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0,A Tale of the Russian Civil War (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320252,2014-11-15T16:47:00,Sebastianbourg,"<div align=""center""><hr/><br/><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-style: italic"">A Tale of the Russian Civil War</span></span><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;""><a class=""postlink"" href=""https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=319886"" rel=""nofollow"">OOC thread</a></span><br/><hr/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.crwflags.com/fotw/images/r/ru.gif""/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/5/5a/Flag_of_Russian_SFSR_%281918-1937%29.svg/600px-Flag_of_Russian_SFSR_%281918-1937%29.svg.png""/></div><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">The Emperor, Nicholas II, abdicated in March and since then instability and uncertainty in Russian politics have only grown. Only forty-eight hours ago, the Provisional Government of the Russian Republic (the Emperor's successor) led by Alexander Kerensky controlled the State in collaboration with the Petrograd (Saint Petersburg) Soviet. That is a thing of the past for in these eventful forty-eight hours the Bolsheviks (those who formed the Petrograd Soviet) have orchestrated a coup d'état which has overthrown the Provisional Government. <br/><br/>The date is the 9th November 1917, the Soviet Russian Republic has been declared as the Russian Republic's successor and Alexander Kerensky's whereabouts are unknown at the moment although it is suspected that he is planning an attack on the Bolsheviks. This is a time of great tribulation for Russia; the populace is divided and a civil war between the clashing ideologies dominant at the moment is certain for the side that has been overthrown by the putsch will not give up without a fight and the ideological faction now in control of the state will not surrender at the first instance of resistance.</span><br/><br/>The great war between Russians has started with the revolutionaries controlling a great portion of the country (including the largest city, Petrograd, at 2,400,000 million inhabitants) but the monarchists and moderate republicans control the second largest city, Moscow, with 1,750,000 inhabitants in addition Siberia (in it's widest<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/6/69/Siberia-FederalSubjects.svg/1092px-Siberia-FederalSubjects.svg.png"" rel=""nofollow"">definition</a>).<br/><br/>The Whites can appeal to the restoration of a formerly-glorious country while the Reds can appeal to a workers' republic free of all the injustices and abuses of capitalism and the oppression of the bourgeoisie.<br/><br/>However, these are all rather abstract, almost meaningless ideas; the victor in this war of compatriots will be he who can rally the most troops and the best generals. Only good generals and loyal troops will win the war!<br/><br/>The empire is crumbling rapidly and it is unlikely to come back; this is a war for Russia but not for its empire.<br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Rules</span><br/>Everyone knows them: no God Modding, the OP is God, no meta-gaming and no OOC posts (or portions of posts) here in the IC thread (that's what the OOC thread is for)!<br/><br/>Let's have a bit of fun; for a moment abandon all earthly worries and enjoy a bit of bellicose alternate-history."
1,A Tale of the Russian Civil War (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320252,2014-11-15T17:08:00,Jeremy Beaver,"Driansk was a Orphan many of his men Knew this. But he did not want his men to feel bad for Him many of them most likely didnt care. But thats besides the point, Driansk was ready to March after he received Orders.<br/><br/>His men were Eager to fight the White's, morale was soaring but Driansk knew this was not going to last long. The war was just beginning and Driansk was ready to Take up the Banner for his Father and his Mother."
2,A Tale of the Russian Civil War (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320252,2014-11-15T20:28:00,Taganian Unfied States,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Kremlin- Moscow, White Controlled Russia</span><br/>Yuri Romanov, dressed in his white uniform with medals hanging from his tunic, sword in its scabbard freshly polished, his boots shiny, and his pants expertly pressed walked out of the Tsars Palace inside the Kremlin and put his hat on his head. He looked at the papers in his hand, the Commander of the White Forces had not given any orders. He looked at his own Brigade. 7,000 men placed under his command. Most veterans from ww1. Good men. Never retreated. One of the few who never dropped there guns and ran. But ones who stood there ground and fought hand-to-hand. Never wavered."
3,A Tale of the Russian Civil War (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320252,2014-11-16T01:08:00,Alexzanabbgggggg,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Petrograd war room, Winter Palace</span><br/><br/>Trotsky, Lenin and other revolutionaries stood over a large oak table in the winter palace. On the table was a map of western Russia, cities in red were cities that had joined the revolution, so far 24 in all. In all the cities workers were now free of the yoke of capitalism. The Bolsheviks, who had once been in a minority, now they were huge. The Red Guards were being joined every day by thousands of soldiers and sailors as well as factory workers. Every major city, including Moscow had a Red Guards unit ready to spread liberation. Kerensky was in hiding, now Moscow has ready for the taking.<br/><br/>""We must march south and size Moscow. We already control the cities around it, Kazan, Smolensk ect and Moscow only has a garrison of 7,000. We have double that already."" said Trotsky to the others. ""Tomorrow we must march south, in to Moscow and liberate its people. There is a Red Guard cell in Moscow, armed and ready to revolt. Now is the time to attack"" Eventually the council agreed and and order was sent to 14,500 men to march on Moscow. 2,400 from Petrograd, 2,400 from Yaroslavl, 4,800 from Kazan and 4,800 from Novgorod. Most of these men were soldiers and sailors who were quipped and trained. They had fought for 3 years for a cause they didn't believe in, now they would fight to the ends of the earth of liberation from the oppressors. When the men reached Moscow, the 1,750 Red Guards in the city would rise up and work in tandem with the forces outside.<br/><br/>Kerensky was thought to be trying to rally men but he would fail, almost every unit of the army had a soviet in it and those soviets wanted to join the revolution. However in case he did get support, 7,370 troops and 700,000 men who were given rifles to defend the city remained in Petrograd to fight him off.<br/><br/>Propaganda letters have been distributed in all cities where the Red guards have a cell. There aim to to get the people to revolt.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To the workers, peasants, soldiers and sailors of Russia<br/><br/>Since the crowning of the first Czar, we the people of Russia have been oppressed. How many of you remember Bloody Sunday, when hundreds of peaceful demonstrators were massacred by the Czar's guard? How many of you remember the horrors of the eastern front when you, the soldiers were freezing, starving and ordered to charge machine guns so the Czar and the aristocrats could gorge themselves for longer? How many of you remember watching your children starve to death on the home front because there was not enough food, while in the Kremlin's of every city, the rich feasted off the flesh and tears of your work?<br/><br/>The white forces want to being back the Czar, and return to the days when 5% controlled 100% of the land and wealth. Are you willing to let yourselves become mindless slaves again. I vow that it will never happen again, if you want to protect your freedom, join your local red guards cells.<br/><br/>We, the Bolsheviks promise <br/>Bread for everybody<br/>Peace for everybody <br/>Land for everybody<br/>and<br/>EQUALITY FOR ALL! JUSTICE FOR ALL! <br/><br/>Long live the people! Long live the revolution!<br/><br/>Leon Trotsky</blockquote>"
4,A Tale of the Russian Civil War (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320252,2014-11-16T01:56:00,Masimino,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">City of Perm</span><br/>The cold wind was blowing, the city of perm, defecting to the Reds, the Bolsheviks control this city and many more. Ivanovich was thinking about his mother, who was still in Ukraine, tending their home and farms. ""Damn war costs us many men and little gain"" he was thinking of the Great War, where Russia was supposed to be dominant, supposed to win! He was arming himself and his squad of soldiers, who were eager to fight and win for the cause. ""Arm yourselves men, the war and battles will begin, as if the War with Germany was long enough"" he said with a disappointed tone, seeing as Russia was humiliated in the war and Ivan was determined to make Russia great, one way or another. ""Come men, we need to get ready and go to our positions, fire when you see the White's!"" He said to his men, bluntly and straight to the point."
5,A Tale of the Russian Civil War (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320252,2014-11-16T03:59:00,-Fedora-,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Somewhere in Murmansk</span><br/>""Oh Yes!"" Came a, distinctly masculine, cry of pleasure from behind the worn, wooden door whilst Lieutenant Brooks Wilkins was forced to sit on an equally worn, wooden chair waiting for Major Piers Millard Cole, the liaison officer he was supposed to report to, to finish his little foray into foreign culture. The thump of a loose headboard, making contact with the wall behind it, and the creak of rusted mattress springs, being pushed to their very limit, reached its crescendo and Brooks knew that he would not have to wait much longer. ""Da, da, da, daaaaaa!"" the Russian for yes, intermingled with various English profanities, announced the completion of, what Brooks could only assume, was a mutually enjoyable experience.<br/><br/>The Major and his female companion emerged a mere minute later, both drenched in sweat and both only half dressed. Upon sighting Brooks, Cole hurriedly buttoned his collar and planted a last kiss on his mistress' cheek, whispering something into her ear that made her glance in Brooks' direction and giggle, before saying one final goodbye and walking over to the junior officer. His eyes ran over Brooks, prompting the Lieutenant to address his lack of uniform. ""In my personal experience, the uniform comes across as intimidating to the locals...sir,"" Brooks caught himself at the end, almost foregoing the term of deference. The Major allowed the silence to stagnate before replying. ""Well...I'll allow it, but I assume you are carrying your identification papers?"" ""Yes sir."" ""Good, wouldn't want you to be shot at by our own side because of some god-awful mix up."" ""No sir."" ""Now, what have you come to see me<span style=""font-style: italic"">here</span>about that is so important that it couldn't wait till I was...better prepared?"" Brooks reached into his coat's inside pocket and brought out an envelope. ""Do you mind?"" The Major moved to allow Brooks access to the table in the centre of the room. He produced a pen knife and, with one quick flourish, opened the envelope and allowed the contents to spill out onto the table.<br/><br/>The contents in question were photographs. ""Bloody hell!"" exclaimed Cole, his native cockney accent superseding his received pronunciation, as the realisation of what they were suddenly dawned on him. ""This is sick...it's just barbaric, who would do this to another human being?"" The pictures were of the mutilated corpse of Corporal Fisher, which had been found that very morning, just outside the city, by some of the locals. Lieutenant Brooks had been called to deal with it, as his grasp of the Russian language was superior to any other British soldier currently stationed in Murmansk; having already conducted interviews with those who had discovered the body, prior to his meeting with Major Cole. ""I have been placed in charge of the investigation, sir, but I thought it best to inform you as you are my immediate superior."" ""Quite right of you Wilkins, I will provide you with whatever resources you require."" ""Thank you sir."" Brooks collected the photographs, placed his hat firmly upon his head, wrapped his winter coat tightly around himself and made to leave but was halted by the Major. ""Brooks."" ""Yes sir?"" ""Make sure you bring the bastards who did this to justice."""
6,A Tale of the Russian Civil War (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320252,2014-11-16T05:09:00,Alexzanabbgggggg,"The party has begun printing more propaganda leaflets to be distributed. While first round was to do with the tyranny of the Czar and the massive wealth gap in Russia, this second round is designed to target Russian love for the Motherland. It is being distributed mainly in cities under occupation by foreign powers. (Archangel, Murmansk, Odessa)<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To All Russian's<br/><br/>The Viking's, Genghis Khan, the Teutonic knights Napoleon. All these people have tried to occupy and conquer our beloved Motherland, now our former allies are at it to. In Murmansk and Archangel the imperialist forces of the British Empire have taken control, in Odessa the force of France, which we fought to save in 1914 have taken the chance to finish what Napoleon started. This foreigners want to take our land, our children, our women, our lives and make them their own. <br/><br/>Some Russian's are even helping them. The forces of the Czar who say they will bring power to Russia are mere puppets of the British and French. If we do not fight, we will get a second Czar, but this time the Czar will be a British, French puppet. If the Whites win, Russia will lose its independence and become a slave to outside powers.<br/><br/>Are any true Russian's going to let this happen? I will not, and I hope you will not allow it either. You have too choice, fight for the Czar and make Russia a slave to London and a second Napoleon in Paris. Or fight for the workers and make Russia an independent worker paradise!<br/><br/>I call you to take up arms like we have done in the past and fight off the foreigners! <br/><br/>Death to the Czar! death to the new Napoleon!<br/><br/>Leon Trotsky</blockquote>"
7,A Tale of the Russian Civil War (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320252,2014-11-16T05:35:00,Elepis,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Petrograd</span><br/><br/>Lt Commander Peter, Strelnikov, (loosely translated as ""the shooter"") of the Kronstadt Sailors Soviet walked through the streets of Petrogard, once full of the poor and retched, now the people were in party mood, singing and dancing at their liberation (well the workers were, the rich were rotting in their graves). He walked in the former Europe hotel now taken over by soldiers, sailors and workers who drinking, dancing and partying there pains away. Strelnikov hated this, he had always and would always. He was a man of work, not a man of parties. However he had to come here to get a fellow sailor, Lt Vlad, they (the elite Baltic Fleet marines) and units of the army and Red Guards had been ordered to march on Moscow. And they needed all their men.<br/><br/>Strelnikov found Vlad at the bar, about seven Vodka glasses around the area he was sitting, as he was pouring himself more vodka Strelnikov grabbed the back of the mans shirt, pulling it backwards and then said loudly ""Neyt"". Vlad pushed Strelnikov off him and turned ""What?"" he said. Strelnikov slapped the glass out of his hand ""Comrade Lieutenant, stop drinking"". Vlad stared at his empty hand ""It's a free country now, I drink"" he said as he got another glass. Strelnikov slapped that glass out of his hand ""We are going to Moscow, you can fight the whites and drink there or drink here and then get shot"". Vlad started to stand up ""Wait, I have to say good bye to Maria"" Strelnikov looked confused ""Who?"". Vlad smiled ""Maria, my.... friend"". ""How long have you known this friend?"" said Strelnikov. Vlad grinned again ""2 days"". Strelnikov got out his pistol ""Not long enough, you can send this Maria a card from Moscow. Or I shoot you, which do you want"". Vlad slowly got up and the two worked out of the hotel.<br/><br/>They then got on an armoured train which would take them to as close to Moscow as possible, from their they would join 14,500 other revolutionaries and take Moscow."
8,A Tale of the Russian Civil War (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320252,2014-11-16T08:58:00,Taganian Unfied States,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Outskirts of Moscow</span><br/>Brig. General Romanov stood outside the city. His soldiers lined up behind him, ""Gentleman. There is our enemy. And here. Here is our homes. Many of you served with me in Poland. We were not beaten there. 20,000 Germans tried t remove 5,000 of you from Warsaw. And did we give them an inch of ground?"" he shouted loudly, ""No! We only pshed them back into there graves!"" the soldiers cheered, ""Mother Russia has protected the Land of the Tsars for 300 years. God is with us! God is with you! I will not bow to these servants of Hell! For we are soldiers of Heaven! Protector of Gods last Great Emperor!"" his soldiers cheered, ""Erect the barricades men! Dig the trenches! Prepare the guns! Better to die and live in Heaven then live and serve in Hell!"" the soldiers began to dig trenches around the city. Artillery guns from the Crimean Campaign were being brought of storage from the Kremlin and cleaned and made ready. Artillery guns that had not been sent to the fronts were being rushed out of storage and cleaned and made ready. He watched the boys dig. They were rushing as they walked. Putting wood up on the trenches. A few precious tanks were being brought up. Several armored cars were being fueled up and made ready. A few airplanes prepared. The might of Moscow was being mae ready.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Kremlin-Moscow, White Russia</span><br/>""Tsar Nicholas the II."" Yuri said snapping to attention, ""It is with great urgentcy I request you transfer more soldiers to Moscow. And bring more soldiers forward to brake the noose around us. I have a small detachment of 500 men outside the city and only need more reinforcments. These Red Guards are not ready to fight the veterans of your army. I only need more of them and I will crush this rebellion!"" the Tsar looked at him with broken eyes. He could not believe his country was falling into open civil war. Yuri looked at his cousin and sighed then saluted him, ""As you have not spoken against my plan, I will speak to the General Staff about your order to move 3 more brigades into Moscow. And move a division to capture the rail-links around us."" he saluted again and turned swiftly exiting the room.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Outskirts of Smolnesk, Red Russia</span><br/>500 men of the 1st Tsarist Brigade advanced quietly into the outskirts. Several trains had been stopped here by the Reds. Trains loaded with ammo and food bound for Moscow. Dressed om Red Uniforms the men boarded the trains and relieved the men on duty. Waiting until most of the Reds had gotten off and the Whites taken there places. 12 trains roared to life and slowly began to move away from the station. 50 men on the trains kept low and as Reds chased the trains, 450 other Whites opened fire from the woods and houses. Once the last train was clear. The ones that were wounded were dragged away on stretchers as the last remaining kept up the fire to allow there comrades to escape before they themselves pulled back."
9,A Tale of the Russian Civil War (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320252,2014-11-16T11:40:00,Alexzanabbgggggg,"The 14,500 soldiers have departed the railways and begun marching on Moscow. They know of the cities defenses thanks to the large Red Guard cell in the city (many of whom have been conscripted by the Whites to fight). To counter this, the revolutionaries have brought up large amounts of artillery to smash the defenses. The attack will begin with three assault on the city taking place at the same time. 1 hour after the first assault's the Red Guards are scheduled to rise up and attack the White forces in the city.<br/><br/>Because of the attack on supply trains, many (not all) trains are being armed with Machine guns and artillery to defend themselves from attack. Leon Trotsky himself has gone to the front to inspire the men and direct the battle. He has promised that ones the city falls, the Czar will be shot. He has not said what will happen to his children. The Bolsheviks have a massive advantage in the coming battle as they have a large system of railways between Moscow and Petrograd while the Whites have to move troops by foot."
10,A Tale of the Russian Civil War (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320252,2014-11-16T12:08:00,Taganian Unfied States,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Eastern Moscow</span><br/>""Begin firing artillery here. I want my old brigade moved in here. We are breaking out of Moscow. We will withdraw to the Urals. Inform the towns as we march through. Any loyalist to the Tsar can come with us. Get the troops moving. Order my 2 old colonels to move there men here. Order the other one to move into the Western Sector. Small fire. But take most of the big guns. And empty the Tsars Palace."" he told his aide who nodded and rushed to issue his orders. He was over-ruling the Tsar and the other top Ministers. Moscow was about to be fully cut off. Time to leave while the troops were fresh.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Eastern Moscow defenses</span><br/>More and more aged soldiers who were the best of the White Barons men. They were armed ready t brake through. Artillery began to fire on the small defenders. Armored cars were being loaded. The few trains that were aviable were being loaded with government documents and ammo. Money was also being moved onto trains. The few planes were being loaded with the Tsar himself and his family. Painting the bottom of the planes white and blue. Artillery was firing and machine guns lit up to keep the Reds down. Whites in uniform and flags being made ready to change forward."
11,A Tale of the Russian Civil War (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320252,2014-11-16T12:23:00,Alexzanabbgggggg,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""> Moscow</span><br/><br/>3AM, the guns of the revolutionary forces suddenly opened up on the city, the revolutionaries had almost double the amount of big guns available to the Whites and now they were showing their strengthen the city lit up in the light of the explosions. After 2 hours of shelling the men advanced from the north, west and south in to the city. Thousands of men, soldiers, sailors and workers charged the White's trenches, hungry for revenge at a lifetime of slavery. They were all eager to be the first unit to capture the Czar.<br/><br/>In the East, the men did not attack but where instead manning machine guns and artillery, ready for the enemy if they tried to escape.<br/><br/>Then in the city the Red Guards suddenly rose up. Units who had seemed loyal a minuet ago suddenly picked up their rifles and fired on the Whites. The Red Guards each had objectives. 100 men were to cut the rail links out. 500 men were to take the Kremlin. The other 1,000 were to cause as much panic and confusion as possible in the city to stop the White's escaping. If all when to plan, the Czar, his general's and the city would be their's in around two days.<br/><br/>As the fighting when on, leaflets were fired at the White's as well as shell's calling them to desert and fight for freedom, not the Czar."
12,A Tale of the Russian Civil War (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320252,2014-11-16T12:27:00,Sebastianbourg,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Grand Kremlin Palace,<br/>Moscow, Republic of Russia</span><br/><hr/><br/>Prince Anton von Wrangel prepared to give a speech to the crows gathered in Red Square. He would speak with his heart (and not with words written by an aide) so he wasn't particularly worried. However, before he left the palace towards a podium installed in the middle of the square where he would address the people he had to send a telegram to the Imperial German Government in Berlin.<br/><br/>Therefore, he went to the palace's telegraph room and dictated the following message to the telegraphist.<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Imperial German Government<br/>From: Prince Anton von Wrangel<br/><br/>Honourable sirs, <br/><br/>Due to recent events I find it necessary as Supreme Governor of Russia to make peace with you. In exchange for a cessation of hostilities and some form of military aid we propose the following deal: Belarus, Finland and the Baltic countries (under one government) are to be given independence.</blockquote><br/><br/>With that message on its way to Berlin the Supreme Governor of Russia left the palace and walked through the crowds of people who placed their hopes on him. Finally, he ascended the podium.<br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>Compatriots,<br/><br/>The Motherland is being viciously attacked by traitors! They claim to represent you—but they do not. They claim to love you-but they don't. They are all liars hungry and desperate—desperate over all—for power! These self-proclaimed social justice warriors and revolutionaries are no more than a waste of young men who decide to destroy their country instead of serving it. Instead of forming part of Russia's intelligentsia they've decided to make Russia crumble slowly—but now rapidly—from the inside. They're not like foreign enemies who attack you from outside—these renegades attack from the inside. <br/><br/>They have no other objective but to see the flag flying proudly over there fall and be burnt and replaced with a Red rag. They want to sit in that palace while slowly planning how they'll extract every earthly possession from you and leave you to die naked, homeless and hungry. They won't be merciful—they don't even believe in God! <br/><br/>Do not let this great country, Our Motherland, fall to these young and desperate atheists! Rally for Russia! Wave your flags! Overall, protect this city; if it falls Russia falls and we'll be forever ruled by generations of cowardly, treacherous atheists.<br/><br/>Long Live Russia! God bless every single Russian patriot and bring damnation to the filthy traitors!</div></blockquote><br/>He descended from the podium and amidst a roaring crowd went back into the palace feeling confident he had appealed to the people's psyche."
13,A Tale of the Russian Civil War (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320252,2014-11-16T12:51:00,Igoria,"OOC note: This is set at the same time as the Bolshevik war council, since I was only recently accepted into the RP, and my next post will be set in real time.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">STAVKA, Mogilev, Belarus</span><br/>""Your Excellency?"", the Adjutant murmured, ""Your Excellency, a telegram from the Petrograd Soviet.""<br/>Lieutenant-General Nikolai Nikolayevich Dukhonin, Commander-in-Chief of the former Imperial Russian Army, looked up from his maps. The front was collapsing. If the reports were true, entire regiments of men were simply walking off the battlefields, to join the Reds or the Whites, or simply to go home.<br/>""What does it say?"" He asked.<br/>The Adjutant handed Dukhonin the telegram.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Lieutenant-General Dukhonin,</span>it read,<span style=""font-style: italic"">By order of the Petrograd Workers' and Soldiers' Soviet you have been relieved from your post of Commander-in-Chief. Your replacement will arrive soon. Furthermore, you are to be arrested for treason, and for conspiring against the Revolution.</span><br/><br/>Dukhonin took the telegram gingerly, got up, and walked over to the fire. He let the telegram flutter from his fingers into the flames.<br/>He sat down behind his desk, took out a piece of paper, wrote a few lines, signed it, and handed it to the Adjutant.<br/>""Take this, and have the secretary type it up. Then send it to Bikhov Prison.""<br/>""At once, Your Excellency. If I may know, what is it?""<br/>""It's an order for the release of Generals Kornilov and Denikin. God knows what the Bolsheviks will do to them.""<br/>Dukhonin glanced over the map again. The Russian Army was in no fighting state. He had a half baked plan to launch a massive offensive against the Germans, recapture Riga, Lithuania and Poland, but he knew that the majority of the Army would not fight. But there were some that would. The Shock Units, Kornilov's unwilling legacy to Dukhonin. The Shock Troops owed their loyalty to Dukhonin, for whom, being Kornilov's replacement in the post of Commander-in-Chief, they were obliged to fight. And there were thousands of Shock Troops, with 4000 in Mogilev alone. Dukhonin knew that, in a few days, he could mobilise over 40,000 Shock Troopers from the Northern and Western Fronts, and more if he had the time. Unfortunately, he didn't. He needed to move south fast, to link up with the other counter-revolutionary generals.<br/>He took out another piece of paper and wrote a brief order to the commanders of the Shock Units, commanding them to bring their forces from the Front to the STAVKA in Mogilev.<br/>""Send this at once to the commanders of the 12th, 5th, 3rd, 10th and 2nd Armies."" He ordered his Adjutant, who had just returned.<br/>The Adjutant gave an exasperated look and hurried to do Dukhonin's bidding."
14,A Tale of the Russian Civil War (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320252,2014-11-16T13:00:00,Alexzanabbgggggg,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To Germany<br/><br/>I offer you a deal, to end hostilities the Soviet Union will give Poland, Latvia, Lithuania, Finland and Ukraine independence each as their own nation. All I ask is that you do not interfere in the civil war. <br/><br/>Leon Trotsky</blockquote>"
15,A Tale of the Russian Civil War (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320252,2014-11-16T13:02:00,Sebastianbourg,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Grand Kremlin Palace,<br/>Moscow, Republic of Russia</span><br/><hr/><br/>As soon as Prince von Wrangel re-entered the palace an aide-de-camp grabbed his arm and explained the current situation. Immediately, the Supreme Governor of Russia exited the palace and went back onto the podium causing a great commotion in the already-dispersing crowd.<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>Compatriots,<br/><br/>The Reds—the atheistic renegades—are among us; they're attacking this city! Resist! Heaven will be better than the living-hell these pseudo-men will make you live.<br/><br/>Russians, Muscovites, this may be our last encounter; if this Russian ship sinks I'll go down with it as its captain for you have appointed me. I will not regret dying for our mother but I ask you to defend it even if I meet my demise in the coming hours and days!</div></blockquote><br/>And with that the aristocratic general impeccably-dressed in the White Army's uniform entered the Grand Kremlin Palace contemplating suicide. When he entered the palace however, his emotion changed; he saw the grandeur of the palace and the greatness of his country! He dashed towards the telegraph-room and sent telegrams to all Western countries soliciting aid. He then ordered troops in Estonia and other white-held aread (totalling 27,500) to come to the defence of the city.<br/><br/>Once he had sent this multitude of telegrams a message from the Imperial German Government came in.<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Supreme Governor of Russia<br/>From: Reichkanzler<br/><br/>Sir, <br/><br/>We want to offer a slight modification to the peace deal.<br/>1. Finland (as a monarchy), Belarus (as a republic), the Baltic countries (as a grand-duchy in personal-union with the German Reich), Ukraine (as a republic) and Poland become independent (as a republic).<br/>2. Your government promises to pay £10,000,000 to the Imperial German Government regardless of the outcome of the war.</blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Imperial German Government<br/>From: Supreme Governor of Russia<br/><br/>Sir,<br/><br/>We reluctantly-agree to your peace proposal. Let there be an immediate truce declared between our countries. Please fix the venue for the signing of the peace treaty.</blockquote><br/>Having done that he left the palace on horseback seeking the lead his troops to victory in the defence of Moscow."
16,A Tale of the Russian Civil War (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320252,2014-11-16T13:35:00,Igoria,"A Note on Chronology: Since I was only accepted recently, this post takes place several days after my previous one.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Mogilev, Belarus, formerly STAVKA.</span><br/>The Shock Units had arrived, 40,000 men, several artillery batteries and a few dozen armoured cars. Lieutenant-General Dukhonin sat in Mogilev, surrounded by the commanders of his troops.<br/>""Gentlemen,"" he said, as the officers gathered around the table, upon which a map was spread. Belarus, Lithuania, Estonia, Latvia, Poland, Finland and the Ukraine were shaded black, to signify German occupation. Against Dukhonin's wishes, some fool signed a peace treaty with the Germans, a peace treaty that had forced Dukhonin to give up the ground his troops had fought hard to hold in the Autumn of 1917. Dukhonin felt betrayed.<br/>""Gentlemen,"" he repeated, ""what shall we do? Moscow is under attack by the Bolsheviks, and is defended by that Von Wrangel type, who calls himself the Governor of All Russia, the best bits of which he's just given away to the Germans. The<span style=""font-style: italic"">real</span>ruler of all Russia is our Tsar, Nicholas II, held captive by the Bolsheviks God knows where. I intend to restore the Tsar to his rightful place, and regain the lost lands, but those are what we call our long-term aims. Our short term aims have not been decided yet.""<br/>""Your Excellency,"" Major-General Kaledin said, ""we should march on Moscow. Defeat the Bolsheviks and discuss our further plans with Wrangel. He is our natural ally, opposed to the Bolsheviks. At any rate, we can't remain in Mogilev much longer, seeing as it's been surrendered to the Germans. When they get here, they won't be pleased to find us here.""<br/>Dukhonin considered that for a moment. ""That does seem reasonable. We shall march on Moscow, then. Send a telegram to Wrangel, informing him of our intent to come to his aid.""<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">General Wrangel,<br/>Although I will not pretend that I do not resent your decision to give our best territory to the Germans, I will accept you as my commanding officer, providing you agree to step aside for Tsar Nicholas II once the war is over. I will also come to the relief of Moscow at once.<br/>Signed,<br/>Lieutenant-General Dukhonin, formerly the Commander-in-Chief of the Russian Army</blockquote>"
17,A Tale of the Russian Civil War (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320252,2014-11-16T13:41:00,Jeremy Beaver,"<blockquote class=""uncited""><div>To: Leon Trotsky<br/>From: Driansk The Red Orphan<br/><br/>I Send this Formal Letter to Congratulate you on all you have Accomplished and Ask for Orders As of now We are Marching to the Capital To join in on any Battle that would happen.<br/><br/>Praise the Red Banner! <br/>Signed Driansk the Red Orphan. </div></blockquote>"
18,A Tale of the Russian Civil War (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320252,2014-11-16T13:53:00,Sebastianbourg,"<blockquote><div><cite>Igoria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320252&amp;p=22458577#p22458577"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">General Wrangel,<br/>Although I will not pretend that I do not resent your decision to give our best territory to the Germans, I will accept you as my commanding officer, providing you agree to step aside for Tsar Nicholas II once the war is over. I will also come to the relief of Moscow at once.<br/>Signed,<br/>Lieutenant-General Dukhonin, formerly the Commander-in-Chief of the Russian Army</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/>After giving out orders and visiting the front the Supreme Governor arrived at the Grand Kremlin Palace intending to have dinner and once again leave for the front. However, a telegram had arrived from Belarus.<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Lieutenant-General Dukhonin,<br/><br/>The treaty hasn't been signed; only a truce exists and therefore those territories are still legally part of Russia. The Germans won't occupy the territory for we've agreed to a cessation of hostilities. You must understand however, we are at risk of losing Russia in its entirety; it is necessary to make sacrifices, general.<br/><br/>PS I have no interest in governing Russia and I am a firm monarchist (Nicholas however, may not be the best choice). If we do win (which is unlikely I am afraid) I'd join the diplomatic corps and live the remainder of my days as a Russian diplomat abroad.</blockquote>"
19,A Tale of the Russian Civil War (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320252,2014-11-16T14:25:00,-Fedora-,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Elsewhere in Murmansk</span><br/><div align=""center"">MOSCOW UNDER SIEGE!</div><br/>The newspaper headline stirred a strange sense of responsibility in Brooks concerning the safety of the city and its denizens as St Petersburg or Petrograd, or whatever those blasted Marxists had renamed it, where he had served in the British Consulate-General for three years, had been the first to fall to the Red Army. Conditions in the city were, according to the most recent intelligence reports, poor and food was scarce; the previous season having yielded little in the way of produce and with the winter being harsher than ever, many succumbed to the cold embrace of death.<br/><br/>A knock at the door to his impromptu office, having converted his lodgings above a bar-come-brothel, broke Brooks' train of thought. ""Come in!"" Private Blakeney entered the cramped room and promptly saluted which Brooks lazily returned.""What have you got for me?"" ""Sir, your suspicions were correct,"" the Private fumbled around in his pockets and produced a pamphlet depicting an Image of Lenin surrounded by a sea of followers. ""It would seem that someone has been putting these up all over town, we found this one near where Corporal Fisher's body was discovered."" Brooks picked up the leaflet and keenly inspected it, the Cyrillic characters covering the document were difficult to read for most but, after having studied the language and lived in the country for several years, he had become accustomed to seeing this alphabet used. ""It would seem that someone is attempting to sow the seeds of Socialism and, the relative proximity of this..."" Brooks brandished the piece of propaganda in his left hand. ""...to Corporal Fisher's corpse affirms my suspicion that his murder and subsequent mutilation were politically motivated.""<br/><br/>He placed the pamphlet on his desk and turned to face the Private. ""Do you know why I chose here as the location for my base of operations whilst conducting this investigation?"" ""Because you like the view, sir?"" Brooks smiled. ""That is one reason but not the main one. You see Private, men like to make idle chat whilst they ""go about their business"" and women, in the profession of selling themselves, would much rather deal in any other commodity; such as information...which I am willing to pay for handsomely."" His smile grew broader. ""So we what? Wait till someone slips up?"" Inquired Private Blakeney. Brooks, seemingly ignorant of the soldier's question, pushed past him and began to put on his coat. ""What are you doing sir?"" The Lieutenant continued to clad himself in his outdoor wear and, upon finally opening the door and stepping out into the hallway turned to the Private. ""Well, are you coming?"" ""Where sir?"" ""I believe that one Mister Matvey Petrov is currently printing pamphlets across town, we should be able to catch him if you stop standing around."""
20,A Tale of the Russian Civil War (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320252,2014-11-16T15:05:00,Taganian Unfied States,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Kremlin-Moscow, White Russia</span><br/>""Prince!"" a Kremlin guard said running up to the Prince who had just given a speech, ""General Yuri forces are abandoning Moscow! 5,000 soldiers are marching south this instant. 2,000 left behind who are mostly Reds. Yuri has the Tsar on a plane along with several other members of the Royal Family. Alexzandria refuses to leave Moscow. But Yuri demans your presence at his command HQ. He is leaving within the hour.""<br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">--4 A.M--</span><br/>750 loyal Whites of the original recieved there orders: Make a diversion so the main army may escape with the Tsar and the provisional government. An the diversion they created.<br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">--Eastern Sector--</span><br/>The 750 men opened up the artillery guns. The heavy and less mobile guns were firing as quick as they could. Infantry made ready to advance. There Colonel dressed in his finest uniform and his medals showed proudly. Then the order came from Yuri:<span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Advance if pratical friend. I will make my break-out. Withraw with us if you can. Will attempt to hold for 30 minutes. Once were through, we will sweep East. Gods speed my friend.""</span>The Colonel raised his sword, ""Advance Sons of Russia! God save the Tsar!"" the Imperial band began to play God Save the Tsar as the Colonels men marched in perfect formation. The battle flags waving. Artillery flashes lit there forms as they advanced. Bayonets fixed. Trumpets blared as the cavalry behind them rode in perfect formation. Swords extended. ""Gentleman. For every one of us. Take 5 Reds with you!"" the soldiers cheered and gave a loud yell. Artillery continued to fire as they stepped into there trenches and awaited the final whistle. It came. The Colonel raised his sword and placed his cap on it and charged forward. Infantry charging and firing madly. Gernades being thrown. Horses charging forward and flags flapping as the men charged. The Tsars Guard were running in full formation at the Reds.<br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">--Southern Sector--</span><br/>The artllery guns were silent. No heads were scene inside the trenches. It seemed to be abandoned. Trains had been seen during the day moving the tanks and infantry to the East side. 12 planes slipped into the sky and slowly made there way over the White lines. They then proceeded over the Reds line. Then came the tanks. Rumbling slowly and calmly. They clanked as they advanced. As they approached the quiet lines. They slipped shells into there tubes. Infantry crept behind them. Horses followed towing artillery. Trains were waiting the order. All painted black and there lights off an covered. The drums and flags held tight. The Whites were getting out of dodge without honor. The tanks opened fire and the infantry fanned out and quickly cleared out the machine guns. Tanks had fired on the boxes first then kept suppressing fire down on them. Yuri himself in the lead tank. Armored cars opened fire as they headed forward. Artillery crews handed shells to the tanks if they needed them. But they did not stop. Behind them came the trains. On top of the trains were snipers and infantry men. ""Keep moving men! Do not stop! Keep pushing!"" Yuri shouted and he looked out his tank with his field glasses and watched the batte unfold. His men were avancing hard and fast, Horses surged forward and began to harras the lines. But they were coming. And they were coming hard. On all other sectors artillery was firing and civilians were manning the defenses. They were making the Suther Sector seem like a small advance. But 5,000 Whites were braking through."
21,A Tale of the Russian Civil War (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320252,2014-11-16T15:36:00,Sebastianbourg,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Grand Kremlin Palace</span><br/>Before he could leave to join the troops on the front once again the Prince von Wrangel was stopped by a Kremlin Guard who said, ""General Yuri forces are abandoning Moscow! 5,000 soldiers are marching south this instant. 2,000 left behind who are mostly Reds. Yuri has the Tsar on a plane along with several other members of the Royal Family. Alexzandria refuses to leave Moscow. But Yuri demans your presence at his command HQ. He is leaving within the hour.""<br/>""Send him a telegram. I'll be there.""<br/><br/>With that the Prince gathered his most important documents and clothes too. The loyal palace servants were told to take what they could from the Palace without destroying it and the Supreme Governor gave the Kremlin Guards a substantial amount of money, £1,500, to guide the servants to Tallinn where they would be free.<br/><br/>With that said the Supreme Governor and five Kremlin Guards mounted their horses and made their way to General Yuri's command headquarters."
22,A Tale of the Russian Civil War (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320252,2014-11-16T16:03:00,Pandeeria,"<span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Bolshevik War Room</span><br/><br/>Nikolai DeHezev, a proud Bolshevik revolutionary sat in room, staring intently on the map that laid before him. The map itself was fairly accurate, showing the great expansion that the Bolsheviks have brought to Russia, and how for now the civil war was in their favor. However, this scared Nikolia. The current commanders were beginning to decline in their ability to lead, and after the revolution, someone would have to control the military or police force. And who better then Nikolia DeHezev, a proud believer of the workers' dream, a mighty Bolshevik, and most of all, a hater of the pathetic insect that is the Tsar and it's web, the Tsardom.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To All high-ranking, Bolshevik Allies<br/><br/>While the war drags on, we ourselves need to begin discussing what we shall do after the war. Who will take charge? Who will command the police? Who will command the military? During sometime, we must come together and talk about these issues.<br/><br/>Thank you, and I await your responses,<br/><br/>Nikolai DeHezev</blockquote>"
23,A Tale of the Russian Civil War (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320252,2014-11-16T16:08:00,Jeremy Beaver,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pandeeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320252&amp;p=22460642#p22460642"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Bolshevik War Room</span><br/><br/>Nikolai DeHezev, a proud Bolshevik revolutionary sat in room, staring intently on the map that laid before him. The map itself was fairly accurate, showing the great expansion that the Bolsheviks have brought to Russia, and how for now the civil war was in their favor. However, this scared Nikolia. The current commanders were beginning to decline in their ability to lead, and after the revolution, someone would have to control the military or police force. And who better then Nikolia DeHezev, a proud believer of the workers' dream, a mighty Bolshevik, and most of all, a hater of the pathetic insect that is the Tsar and it's web, the Tsardom.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To All high-ranking, Bolshevik Allies<br/><br/>While the war drags on, we ourselves need to begin discussing what we shall do after the war. Who will take charge? Who will command the police? Who will command the military? During sometime, we must come together and talk about these issues.<br/><br/>Thank you, and I await your responses,<br/><br/>Nikolai DeHezev</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>From Driansk ""The Red Orphan""<br/>In response to: Nikolai DeGrees<br/><br/>I look forward to This I shall come to Discuss the matter and bring my men. I Under stand the Revolution and what is after the Revolution is important to are Future Nation . Where do we go?<br/></div></blockquote>"
24,A Tale of the Russian Civil War (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320252,2014-11-16T16:35:00,Greater Liverpool,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Outside Belgorod</span></span><br/><br/>""Red scum""<br/><br/>""For the Tsar""<br/><br/>""Retreat""<br/><br/>""Hurrrrahhhhhh""<br/><br/>""Chase down the sons of b****s"" shouted Drimtri as he charged with his bayonet across a field littered with dead bodies. His men following him sometimes kneeling and taking a few shots off against the retreating Communist men. In the chaos of the fight Drimtri spots the commanding officer of the reds he proceeds to aim his rifle and take a quick shot against the Red officer. He hits him right in the chest and the officer hits the ground like a sack of potatoes. ""Hold men of the Ural, hold"" shouted Drimtri, his men follow the order and stopped chasing the men to kneel in the field. ""We have had our fun haven't we Sargent Pavloack?"" Asked Drimtri<br/><br/>""Yes sir I think it is time for us to head back to the rest of the division"" replied Pavloack<br/><br/>""But sir we need to claim our reward"" said Private Mikolchick, he points to a red flag that is planted in to the ground as a 45 degree angle.<br/><br/>""Didn't know the reds have flags"" said Drimtri to him self, he then stud up and walked over to the flag picking it out the ground and upon looking at it it still had the Tsar crest a top the wooden pole which the red flag was on.""Pavloack do you think we could get a medal off this"" wonder Drimtri<br/><br/>""Don't know ask the general back at base"" Replied Pavloack.<br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">6th Ural Riflemen HQ,Belgorod</span></span><br/><br/>The city off Belgorod looked well the town seemed to be almost untouched by what is now a war between brother and brother, a civil war. But in Belgorod there was a feeling like that was no war not even a war in Europe but that façade was broke by a argument over food as people in the empire were still starving. That is what Drimtri wanted to change when this was all over, to go to a town for everyone to be happy and fed and looked after this was Drimtri's dream for all of Russia.<br/><br/>In the HQ of the 6th Ural riflemen Drimti wanted to show off his new trophy to everyone in the Regiment. He came across the room of the colonel of the 6th and Drimtri entered saluting with the flag in his left hand. ""Mr Rusjov I have just sent someone to find you"" said Colonel Krinsky<br/><br/>""See how good I am that I knew you sent for me colonel""<br/><br/>""Sit down Lieutenant"", Drimtri put the red flag in the corner of the room and sat down facing the Colonel.""Lieutenant Rusjov is has come to my attention that the forces of the Soviet Russians appear to be marching on our nations second city of Moscow. Now if we lose Moscow we will have lost the whole of central Western Russia which of grave importance to both sides. Moscow we likely be taken if we do not send Troops to aid the men in Moscow but he is the catch the only Regiments that could possibly aid the men in Moscow is us and the only other regiment in Belgorod the 3rd royal Artillery""<br/><br/>""Can I ask sir, what Regiments are holding Moscow?""<br/><br/>""The Baron's Legion""<br/><br/>""Well shit, the Baron's legion a bunch of jumped up idiots thinking they are gods, Yet they can't shoot a red a foot informant of them. When do we march""<br/><br/>""Tomorrow""<br/><br/>""I will get my men ready for it then, thank you colonel"" Drimtri gets up and salutes the colonel before leaving the room."
25,A Tale of the Russian Civil War (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320252&start=25,2014-11-16T17:16:00,Sebastianbourg,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Colonel Yuri's HQ</span><br/><hr/><br/>Prince von Wrangel arrived at the Colonel's headquarters. ""Colonel,"" he said<br/>""Yes, sir?""<br/>""You're the best officer I've got in Moscow but yet you're a colonel; it would be in our best interests to make you a lieutenant-general.""<br/>""I'd be honoured, sir."" the colonel said visibly excited<br/>""Private?"" von Wrangel almost-whispered to a private<br/>""Yes, sir?""<br/>""Fetch me a sheet of paper, please.""<br/>""Yes, sir.""<br/><br/>A minute later the Supreme Governor of Russia was writing Yuri's promotion certificate.<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">CERTIFICATE OF BREVET PROMOTION</span><br/>In view of the current situation in Russia, Colonel Romanov is hereby made a lieutenant-general of the Russian Army by the Supreme Governor of Russia.<br/>SIGNED,<br/>Prince von Wrangel, SUPREME GOVERNOR OF RUSSIA</blockquote><br/><br/>""Done. Here you go,<span style=""font-style: italic"">general</span>.""<br/>""I—I am eternally grateful, sir.""<br/>""General?""<br/>""Yes?""<br/>""I'll lead the 27,500 troops on their way from Estonia and the Baltic Sea; all the other troops are under your command. It would be appreciated if you consulted me before making important decisions but if contact is impossible do not hesitate to lead your soldiers.""<br/>""Yes, your excellency.""<br/><br/>Telegrams were sent to all generals and colonels notifying them of Lieutenant-General Romanov's promotion."
26,A Tale of the Russian Civil War (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320252&start=25,2014-11-16T19:26:00,Taganian Unfied States,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Southern Command HQ- Moscow, White Russia</span><br/>The last of the staff was packing away items when the order arrived. The One-Star flag was replaced with a 4-star flag. The staff then saluted the Prince, ""Your Excellentcy. We would be honored if you would board our train. We are the last train."" he said looking at the Prince, ""All military personnel are on the trains. General Yuri himself is already out of the city."" the officer said, this was obviously Yuris personal aide.<br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">--Southern Sector--</span><br/>Yuri ignored the clanking on his tank as bullets bounced off. He cleaned his field glasses and looked at the Reds. He laughed. They were pushing through. The tanks were the spear-head. But the amored cars on the flanks were keeping the spearhead moving. Infantry followed behind now falling back behind the protection of the tanks and armored cars. Trains were moving slowly behind, medics jumping off and picking up wounded as they went. Civilians clinged to the sides of the cars or had picked up rifles from fallen soldiers and advanced behind the tanks."
27,A Tale of the Russian Civil War (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320252&start=25,2014-11-16T20:10:00,Sebastianbourg,"An officer addressed the Supreme Governor of Russia, """"Your Excellency. We would be honoured if you would board our train. We are the last train."" he said looking at the Prince, ""All military personnel are on the trains. General Yuri himself is already out of the city.""<br/>""Just send this telegram to all the senior officers in Russia and with that the Supreme Governor handed a sheet of paper to the officer which he was to copy and send as a telegram.<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Lieutenant-General Yuri now Chief-of-Staff; von Wrangel declared Regent of the (vacant) Throne and Prime Minister.</blockquote><br/>And with that the leader of Russia in this time of great upheaval boarded the last train out of Moscow."
28,A Tale of the Russian Civil War (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320252&start=25,2014-11-17T10:02:00,Igoria,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Smolensk, Russia</span><br/>Dukhonin sat, surrounded by maps. His officers were standing to attention.<br/>""Gentlemen,"" he said, holding up a telegram, ""Moscow has fallen.""<br/>The men at once began clamouring to be heard.<br/>""Gentlemen, please, one by one.""<br/>A colonel spoke up, ""Your Excellency, what do you intend to do now?""<br/>""I have three options right now. The first is to strike for Moscow at once and recapture it, which will be hard since I doubt the Bolsheviks will waste any time reinforcing it. The second option is to march north and meet up with the Estonian troops that Wrangel is bringing down, raising our combined forces to nearly 70,000. The third is to march south and to meet up with the Don Cossacks, who are fierce Tsarists and will most likely be sympathetic to our cause. Well, when in doubt, consult your superiors. Adjutant, take a note of the following...""<br/>The Adjutant wrote what the general said down.<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: General Wrangel<br/>From: Lieutenant-General Dukhonin, commander of the 1st Shock Army.<br/>Your Excellency, I have received word that Moscow has fallen. I have also received word that some 30,000 troops from Estonia are moving south. If you command it, I will move to join the Estonians or attack Moscow. However, there is a third option. The Don Cossacks are mustering, and they are fierce loyalists to the Tsar. I have been a military man my whole life, sir, and I believe that the Reds are too strong this close to Petrograd. I say retreat south, join our forces to the loyalists there, and counterattack against the Bolsheviks when we are stronger. But, you are in command and I will follow your orders.<br/>Signed, <br/>Dukhonin, Nikolai Nikolayevich.</blockquote><br/><br/>""Send this to the White HQ at once,"" Dukhonin ordered.<br/>He turned to his officers. ""Gentlemen, with Moscow fallen, the Bolsheviks will most likely attack us next. Set up defensive positions. We must hold Smolensk at all costs until otherwise decided by the HQ. Make sure that any Bolshevik movement is halted. We must not let them capture the railroad, the factories, or set foot in the city itself. Dismissed.""<br/>With that, the officers left to see to their men."
29,A Tale of the Russian Civil War (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320252&start=25,2014-11-17T10:54:00,Taganian Unfied States,"To: Lieutenant-General Dukhonin, commander of the 1st Shock Army.<br/>From: Chief-Of-Staff Yuri Romanov-Commander of all White Forces<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">General Dukhonin,<br/>As I am the new commander of all avaible White militarily armed forces within Europe and Asian Russia. Your forces are some of the largest in the European theater of operations. I eagerly advise you to withdraw all your forces to the new Central Command post in the Yural mountains to begin the Siege of Yeukatemburg. The Moscow Brigade is already enroute with the Tsar and other elements. Forces from Siberia are moving West to begin the Siege. Again, I eagerly advise you to move your forces out of Smolnesk and move to the Urals for operations. <img alt="":hug:"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_hug.gif"" title=""Hugs""/> <br/>-Yuri Romanov<br/>Chief of Staff<br/>White Armed Forces </span><br/>-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Tran-Siberian railroad-50 miles southeast of Moscow</span><br/>The trains haulted at a small siding where 12 cars sat empty. Soldiers began to clear off the snow and push snow clear for the trains to connect. Tanks were being loaded into the twelve cars along with armored cars. Infantry piled in with the tanks. Armored cars began to get fueled up for the next push from the five fuel cars. Infantry on top of the train cars began to put snow on top along with white blankets to hide under them. Red Flags with a single White Star in the middle were hung on top to confuse any Reds approaching a station to allow the trains through, but for any White sabotage team, the white star would symbolize a captured Red train moving White soldiers. Captured by the Whites. Yuri sat in the front car with his officers. Reports were being brought to him about the movment of Reds by Cossack cavalry.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Vladidosk, Russia</span><br/>The Russian soldiers there were order to board trains and begin moving to the Urals. Artillery guns were being made ready for the journey and other military assets. 20 tanks and ammo were being loaded. More airplanes were being readied for the flight. Machine guns attached to the wings. The Russian White army was preparing to move into the Urals. Other officers reviewed the soldiers. The new Chief-of-Staff, Yuri Romanov, had ordered the army back into the Tsars armies uniforms. The navy back into there old uniforms. The Tsars flags had been restored as the proper battle standards"
30,A Tale of the Russian Civil War (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320252&start=25,2014-11-17T11:26:00,Alexzanabbgggggg,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">3 AM, November 1917, Tran-Siberian railway-50 miles southeast of Moscow</span><br/><br/>500 Cossack cavalry men had been trailing the White trains for days since the fall of Moscow. They had found out that the Whites had positioned their troops at the front of the convoy and the supplies at the rear, the slow moving supply trains were now a good distance behind the quicker troops transports and now the cavalry would strike. They split in to two groups, one group of 150 would dismount and surround the railway station the train were stopped at for the night. The second group would then charge the tents where the train drivers and small troops contingent were staying.<br/><br/>In the cold of the Russian winter, 350 Red Cavalry men slowly advanced towards the small railway station on the Trans-Siberian railway. In the steppe around it, the crews of the trains and the small amount of guards slept in their tents. Then, when the cavalry were within 300 meters, they drew there swords and charged. The Whites had positioned no guards around the camp and they paid for it with their lives. The cavalry crashed in to the tents, slashing anything and everything. The Whites on the perimeter were cut down as they slept, the ones at the center of the camp had time to grab their rifles and fire a couple of shots but they were soon finished off by the writhing mass of red cavalry. Some Whites tried to run but they were cut down by rifle fire from the 150 dismounted troops positioned on the other side of the train tracks.<br/><br/>Within 5 minutes the Whites had either been killed or ran away, leaving huge amounts of rifles, swords and food in the supply carts. The red cavalry men soon called down a train from Moscow and the weapons were taken back to arm the Red Armies.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Moscow</span>"
31,A Tale of the Russian Civil War (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320252&start=25,2014-11-17T11:44:00,Alexzanabbgggggg,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pandeeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320252&amp;p=22460642#p22460642"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Bolshevik War Room</span><br/><br/>Nikolai DeHezev, a proud Bolshevik revolutionary sat in room, staring intently on the map that laid before him. The map itself was fairly accurate, showing the great expansion that the Bolsheviks have brought to Russia, and how for now the civil war was in their favor. However, this scared Nikolia. The current commanders were beginning to decline in their ability to lead, and after the revolution, someone would have to control the military or police force. And who better then Nikolia DeHezev, a proud believer of the workers' dream, a mighty Bolshevik, and most of all, a hater of the pathetic insect that is the Tsar and it's web, the Tsardom.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To All high-ranking, Bolshevik Allies<br/><br/>While the war drags on, we ourselves need to begin discussing what we shall do after the war. Who will take charge? Who will command the police? Who will command the military? During sometime, we must come together and talk about these issues.<br/><br/>Thank you, and I await your responses,<br/><br/>Nikolai DeHezev</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To All high-ranking, Bolshevik Allies<br/><br/>The highest positions have already been decided for example Lenin will be Premier, I will be head of the army Nikolia DeHezev will be head of the police. Anyway, we will say formally in Moscow and if needed it will be changed, after we have secured the area around the city. <br/><br/>In the mean time, the Red Orphan will be given control over 32,000 men to stop the White forces moving south from Tallinn. We estimate there are 25,000 of them. I trust you to deal with them. Comrade DeHezev, your orders are to report to Moscow immediately for an urgent meeting of the high command. <br/><br/>Rejoice comrade, Moscow is taken <br/><br/>Leon Trotsky</blockquote>"
32,A Tale of the Russian Civil War (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320252&start=25,2014-11-17T11:58:00,Igoria,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Smolensk, Russia</span><br/>""Get on the train, men!""<br/>""Step to it!""<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Whistle</span><br/>A cacophony of these noises filled the air at Smolensk railway station; The 1st Shock Army was moving out, heading south, to the mighty Don River, to meet up with the Don Cossacks and continue east to the Urals. Atillery was being loaded, armoured cars parked and infantry was cramming in to the troops carriages for a long and not-so-comfortable journey south. The troops were all dressed in the uniforms of the Shock Troops: The standard White Army uniform, but with a blood-red cap.<br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.uniforminsignia.org/_r/russia-white-movement-uniforms-color-regiments-1917-22_02.png""/></div></div></div><br/>In the front carriage, Dukhonin was finishing a fresh telegram to the White HQ.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Yuri Romanov, Chief of Staff<br/>From: Lieutenant-General Dukhonin, Commander of the 1st Shock Army<br/>Your orders have been understood. My Army shall make it's way to the Urals. Unfortunately, we are on the wrong side of Moscow, so we have no direct way of reaching the Urals. We will instead move south, to the Ukraine, where we will join forces with the Don Cossacks and then proceed to the Urals to join the rest of the troops.<br/>Signed,<br/>Dukhonin, Nikolai Nikolayevich</blockquote><br/>Dukhonin added his signature and stretched out. He handed the telegram to his Adjutant and made his way outside, to address a thousand men of the 2nd Shock Regiment.<br/>""Soldiers!"" He said, ""We have a long journey ahead of us. Many will die. Perhaps every single one of us. But there is a reason that I command you today. And that reason is that<span style=""font-style: italic"">you</span>stayed and fought the Germans, while your fellows died or deserted. You stayed true to your oaths, stayed true to the Tsar, stayed true to<span style=""font-style: italic"">Russia</span>. That war is over, but a new one has begun, one that will test us for what we really are. I know that you will be tempted to abandon our cause, or to join with the Bolsheviks. But I ask you, are you willing to abandon the men you fought and bled beside? The officers who lead you through thick and thin? If you could face the Germans, you can face a few traitors!""<br/>A rousing cheer went up from the soldiers, and before Dukhonin knew it, he was leading the men in an enthusiastic round of ""God save the Tsar""."
33,A Tale of the Russian Civil War (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320252&start=25,2014-11-17T12:32:00,Taganian Unfied States,"To: Lieutenant-General Dukhonin<br/>From: Chief of Staff Yuri Romanov<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Commander, my forces are only 100 miles east of Smolnesk, we will move west and meet you at the western side. Advance on the tracks. We are coming.<br/>-Yuri.</span><br/>-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ural Convoy</span><br/>The last train came under fire from the cossacks and slammed on its brakes. The cattle train cars doors opened and soldiers began to pour out and return fire. 4 machine guns on top of the trains began to open fire. Soldiers from inside the train cars took cover there and fired. Soldiers on the roof opened fire. And the sound of armored cars trudging over snow came in the distance. Infantry kept up the fire hoping to chase the cossacks off. But horsemen from the rear guard were also coming up. The front trains were slowly coming back in reverse as they were being ordered back."
34,A Tale of the Russian Civil War (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320252&start=25,2014-11-17T15:50:00,Greater Liverpool,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The south road leading to Moscow</span></span><br/><br/>Drimtri and Colonel Krinsky rode on horseback at the front on the column of men. Although there were more high ranking officers then Drimtri, he and the Colonel had a special relationship as it was Krinsky that made Drimtri transfer from the life guard to his home regiment of the 6th. You see Drimtri was different from the rest of the officers in the regiment he knew the new ways of war not marching in a formation to an enemy formation but just to skirmish the enemy till they are all dead and with the new machine guns that made is even easier to do just that. ""So colonel what do we know of the defenders of Moscow?"" Asked Drimtri<br/><br/>""Nothing, we don't even know if they are still there fighting for all we know they might have left""<br/><br/>""Right, I think a ambush is coming to us very soon""<br/><br/>""Here's forty Ruble on the drum<br/>For those who'll volunteer to come<br/>To 'list and fight the foe today.<br/>Over the hills and far away.<br/><br/>O'er the hills and o'er the main.<br/>Through The Urals, Moscow and Crimea.<br/>Tsar Nicholas commands and we obey.<br/>Over the hills and far away.<br/><br/>When duty calls me I must go<br/>To stand and face another foe.<br/>But part of me will always stray<br/>Over the hills and far away.<br/><br/>O'er the hills and o'er the main.<br/>Through The Urals, Moscow and Crimea.<br/>Tsar Nicholas commands and we obey.<br/>Over the hills and far away."" The men sung while they marched down the road leading to Moscow.<br/><br/>""Well they are in high hope Drimtri to get ambushed"" smiled the colonel. In the distance the sound of artillery echoed through the Russian Country side. ""The shells are going away from us towards Moscow"" said Drimtri as he stopped the column stopped as well ""looks like they are still attacking Moscow. That hill over there"" Drimtri pointed to a hill where red artillery was firing.<br/><br/>""Come on Drimtri we need to find out what they are shooting at"" Colonel Krinsky ordered Drimtri. The two rode ahead of the column heading towards the postion of red artillery. The men looked dazed behind in the column. The two men stopped at the foot of the hill the artillery was placed on and dismounted. ""Only way we can see what they are firing at is be a top that hill. Drimtri would you kindly tell them we are here?"" questioned Krinsky<br/><br/>""Sir."" Drimtri unslung his weapon from his horse and looked for the enemy officer. He spotted the artillery officer ordering his men to fire the artillery. He kneels and aims his rifle exactly 24 degrees above the officer's chest holding his breath he takes a moment before firing his mosin-Nargant right into the chest of the red leader. ""F*cking let's go!"" shouted Drimtri, the two men rushed back on to there horses as the men they had just fired upon were about to fire upon them. The horse's of Drimtri and Krinsky galloped away back towards the column of the 6th Ural and the royal artillery regiment. ""Men of the Ural c company on me now and follow now"" bleached Drimtri. 100 men ran from the ordered column towards Drimtri on horseback. He rode towards the hill again. He saw a small forest where ordered his men to take cover and wait. Drimtri dismounted behind the forest and ran though it to be infront of the forest looking back at the red artillery. ""Hey communist scum"" shouted Drimtri holding his rifle in the air "" I was the one who shot your leader""<br/><br/>""Get the bastard"" shouted one of the men. Drimtri quickly turned round and sprintered towards the forest. ""Bayonets make him pay"". The men from the artillery charged in a line towards Drimtri. ""Ready men... Open fire on the reds"" 100 rifles opened fire and the bullets flew through the Russian snow. One by one the reds dropped and one by one the snow turned red with the colour of blood. In 30 seconds the whole artillery division was on the floor either dead or dying. ""Private go to the rest of the division get the 3rd here now. Go!"" Drimtri ordered. ""Men we take the hill now let's go"" his men ran from the forest towards the artillery guns.<br/><br/>""Up the hill men up the hill"" Sgt Pavloack tolded the men.<br/><br/>""Look whites over there Lieutenant."" Private Mikolchick<br/><br/>""Well shoot at them private. They need our support."" Yelled Drimtri. The 100 rifles begun to fire again on the reds that where fighting the whites. The whites fighting saw Drimtri and his men and begun to move towards them. ""Reds will turn the snow red""<br/><br/>""Die Bolshevik bastards""<br/><br/>""Look at the cowards they are retreating from the might Ural Rifles""<br/><br/>""Hurrrrrahhhhh""<br/><br/>The commanding officer of the white army that was under attacked approached Drimtri. ""Thanks you sir for that. I think that if you not come we would be the ones with our faces in the snow"" said the officer<br/><br/>""Anytime ...""<br/><br/>""Kapitan Novarica of the 71st Moscow guard""<br/><br/>""Novarica what are you doing here""<br/><br/>""Providing cover for the Baron's legion to escape only found out that they have escaped by train so we were left to die out here""<br/><br/>""So I guess you are looking for a transfer""<br/><br/>""Very much so""<br/><br/>""Well welcome to the 6th Ural... No. The Moscow brigade""<br/><br/>""Can a Lieutenant make a brigade?""<br/><br/>""Well I guess we need a new brigade. Do you have a piece of paper""<br/><br/>""Here""<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To :Yuri Romanov, Chief of Staff<br/>From: Lieutenant Drimtri Rusjov, 6th Ural Rifles<br/><br/>My Divison has come in to contact with the 71st Moscow guard and they have requested a transfer to be come part of the 6th Ural Divison this is why I am writing to you. We the 6th Ural Rifles wants to create it's own Brigade in order to support our troops with officers and logistics needed to make sure our divisions remain fully equipped. Our troops number at 11,000 men so we need to become our own brigade.<br/><br/>Signed <span style=""font-style: italic"">Drimtri Rusjov</span></blockquote>"
35,A Tale of the Russian Civil War (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320252&start=25,2014-11-18T20:40:00,Taganian Unfied States,"To: Lieutenant Drimtri Rusjov, 6th Ural Rifles<br/>From: Chief of Staff-Yuri Romanov<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">There transfer is approved General. The knowledge of your force was lost in the abandonement of the Capital. Moscow has fallen. Another of the White army is in Smolnesk fighting to join us. As the knowledge of your fighting force is unknown, if you are strong enough, I order you to join the army in Smolnesk and join him on the march to join us. If you are unable to reach my army, which is engaged at this very moment, then you and the other commander of the White Army in the area are to join eachother as co-commanders. If you can not find the other White Army. Then I advise you to do what you can to keep your army intact. For the survival of the Tsarist forces is of the utmost importance.<br/>-Yuri Romanov<br/>Chief of Staff<br/>White Army Commander </span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Railroad tracks</span><br/>""Get those trains moving men!"" Yuri shouted as he walked down the trains, ""Rear train is under attack Sir."" a soldier said as he pulled his rifle from the train. Yuri looked to the rear of the trains where wounded whites were moving forward. Most of the wounded were pulling the worse. Yuri looked around him, ""I need volunteers!"" he shouts as he pulls his sword, ""To the Prince!"" soldiers in Kremlin guard uniforms grabbed there rifles along with several others and began moving to the back. Wounded soldiers cheered and raised there fists as there commander began moving to the front."
36,A Tale of the Russian Civil War (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320252&start=25,2014-11-21T10:35:00,Igoria,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">1st Shock Army, en route to Lukhansk</span><br/>The trains sped through the plains of northern Ukraine. The flags of old Imperial Russia fluttered from each carriage. Inside the lead carriage, Lieutenant-General Dukhonin sat, looking over maps. He had pinned a white triangle over several cities, and written ""HQ"" on Tsaritsyn. The Reds controlled most of central and northern Russia, but the South still belonged to the Whites.<span style=""font-style: italic"">And I intend to keep it that way.</span>Dukhonin had formulated a plan: He would lead his troops, occupy five key cities, those cities being Sevastopol, Luhansk, Rostov, Tsaritsyn and Astrakhan. There, he would raise more troops from among the officers of the front, the Kulak peasantry, the middle classes, and the Cossacks. Also, he intended to take control of the Black Sea Fleet. Dukhonin did not expect much support from the other Whites, as the majority of the White forces were massing in the Urals. Dukhonin would hold the south of Russia, trusting in the superior quality and training of his men rather than in their numbers, and when the time came, he would open up a second front and retake Moscow. He wrote a telegram to the White HQ.<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Chief of Staff Romanov, Commander in Chief Wrangel<br/>From: Lieutenant-General Dukhonin, Commander of the 1st Shock Army.<br/>Your Excellencies, I have decide that it would be of greater strategic value for me to remain in the south of Russia. I will secure and hold the cities there, including the industrial region of Luhansk and the railway network around Tsaritsyn. I will raise fresh forces from the populace and any other soldiers from the Front. With your permission, I would like to rename my group of forces ""The Army of South Russia"". If you have any additional troops that you could send me, I would be most grateful.</blockquote>"
37,A Tale of the Russian Civil War (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320252&start=25,2014-11-21T11:02:00,Taganian Unfied States,"To: Lieutenant-General Dukhonin, Commander of the 1st Shock Army.<br/>From: Chief-Of-Staff Yuri Romanov of White Forces<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Your plan is approved. Send the name and location of your Head Qaurters so as orders and reports can be3 sent to and be recieved. As of now, I am transferring 20,000 Estonian Whites to your force once Operation Overlord has been completed. The operations completion will be relaid to you once the operation is over. I recommend you to hold the Crimean Pennisula at all costs. I am also transferring the Black Sea Fleet under your command. Do everything that is needed to keep southern European Russia in White Hands. Yeukatemburg is the directed target of the Ural forces gathering here. I will pass on information to the White provisional capital on your postiton. </span>"
38,A Tale of the Russian Civil War (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320252&start=25,2014-11-28T16:52:00,Imperial Southern China,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Peterhof- Petrograd, Red Russia</span><br/>Alexzandria Romanov, Lt. General of the Red Guard, walked through the abandoned palace. Whites had looted the palace when the Imperial Family had abandoned the city for Moscow where the White Baron an his forces were holding out temporarily. Her cousin and his soldiers had escaped from the city. The Generals there ha failed to stop there break-out. Allowing Nicholas and his brats to escape. She looked a thte ruined portrait of Nicholas the II and smile, ""Good. It looks better with bullets in it."" she smiled and went on to the temporary command room. There, information on the entire Red Guard was kept up to date for her. 299 Red Army regiments had been raised to fight against the more organized and more better trained Whites. 150,000 Whites had joined there cause. She laughed, ""150,000 Whites vs. he best of Russia!"" she laughed and looked at the reports. A major force of Whites in the South was holding the Ukraine, 25,000 there with 20,000 Estonians heading for them. 45,000 in all. In the Eastern Sector, 5,000 Whites under the White Baron were fleeing for the mountains of the Urals where 100,000 Whites were all descending on Yekatumberg. The city would be either lost by force or she could pull those soldiers back and shore up there fronts. She sat down and began issuing orders to her commanders.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">50 miles east of Moscow</span><br/>""Pull back!"" the Red commander shouted to his soldiers. ""We must withdraw!"" he shouted and turned wigh his closest men and began falling back. More and more Reds fell back with him. Leaving the train in peace.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Smolnesk, Russia</span><br/>""Open fire!"" artillery began to pound the city of SMolnesk where the White Forces held territory inside the town. 25,000 Reds were approaching the city from Moscow. Artillry kept up the pressure inside the town. Armored cars were approaching the sector firing machine gun bursts into the White forces in the town. Infantry was also advancing into the town. Machine gun crews fired bursts into houses as they went forward.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Yekatemburg, Red Russia</span><br/>""We have been ordered to withdraw boys."" the local Red Commander informed his officers, ""Abandone the city and local areas. We are pulling bac to the West Side of the Urals. 100,000 advancing Whites threaten to surround us. We must withdraw."" they all agreed and began to get there orders out to the outlying parts of the territory. Soldiers were arriing in droves to board trains bound for Moscow. The towns were being looted of everything not nailed down. Men were being pushed onto the trains and women pushed off the trains."
39,A Tale of the Russian Civil War (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320252&start=25,2014-11-29T12:52:00,Taganian Unfied States,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Trans-Siberian Railroad</span><br/>White Baron Yuri watched the fleeing Reds and cheered. He then grabbed the Tsarist flag and waved it proudly as his soliers cheered. He smiled at the dead Reds. ""Get these train moving boys!"" he shouted to his boys.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Yekatemburg</span><br/>The approaching Whites watched the fleeing Red forces. They couldnt understand it. But the leaving trains were moving in a hurry. The Commander sent a telegram to the capital in Valdidosk<br/><br/>To: The Regent of the Throne<br/>From: Commander Putrisch<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">The Red forces have abandoned Yekatemburg. We request permission to not bombard the city as it is abandoned and clear of all military targets/ White Forces under Lt. General Yuri are approaching city also. May endanger lives of the approaching forces. </span>"
40,A Tale of the Russian Civil War (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320252&start=25,2014-11-29T17:08:00,Igoria,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Smolensk, Russi</span><br/>""Fuck! The Reds are on us lads!"" A sergeant screamed.<br/>Gunfire cut through the cool morning air. Artillery fired, and mortars whizzed through the air as the Red Guards attacked. The first line of defence, held only by a few sentries, was overwhelmed. A small enclave of machine-gunners kept the Reds back, but in the end they too fell silent. The Whites retreated to their secondary defence line, where the officers finally got the men into some sort of fighting order.<br/>""Get to your trenches! Man the machine guns! You man, get the artillery firing!"" Colonel Drozdovsky, an energetic young officer, who had been left in Smolensk to command, shouted orders at the troops. Drozdovsky had only 6000 men; Lt-General Dukhonin's rearguard, and local White volunteers, to hold the city, but he knew that any one of his men was worth 10 reds. His men were battle-hardened veterans, who had fought since the first days of WWI. Many of them were officers, so his regiment was called the 1st Officers Regiment, and they were a force to be reckoned with. The other White troops were of the freshly-formed Smolensk Local Volunteer Brigade, formed a few days ago to help hold the city. They were not war-hardened, but they were lead by the best.<br/>After getting his men into fighting order, Drozdovsky retired to the regimental HQ.<br/>""Status report, soldier?"" He asked the Praporshchik there.<br/>""The Red advance has been stopped in all parts of the city, Your Excellency. The first battalion has even gone on the counterattack, pushing the enemy out of the city in some places. The Reds broke and ran.""<br/>""Hardly surprising. Their men are undisciplined and poorly lead; most of the officers joined our side.""<br/>""Indeed, Your Excellency. But, we fear that they may commit their reserves, sir.""<br/>""Never fear. How many tanks have we got?""<br/>""Eight, Your Excellency.""<br/>""Very well, then. Counterattack with the 1st Battalion and the tanks. I shall personally lead the men. If I am killed, retreat from the city. Send a telegram to General Dukhonin. Inform him that we are currently holding the city.""<br/>""At once, sir.""<br/><br/>Drozdovsky made his way to the trenches. He was pleased to hear that the White artillery had started to return fire. He climbed into the trench, where the men were engaged in a fierce firefight with the Reds a hundred metres down the street.<br/>""Fix bayonets!"" He ordered. His men obeyed. This was a command they had heard thousands of times, while fighting the Japanese in 1904-1905, the Germans in the Great War, and finally the Reds.<br/>He drew his sword and held it high in his right hand, pulled his revolver out with his left, and lead his men at the Reds."
41,A Tale of the Russian Civil War (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320252&start=25,2014-12-06T20:26:00,Sebastianbourg,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Vladivostok, White Russia</span><br/><hr/><br/><br/>The Regent, General von Wrangel sat in his study at the provisional seat of government in Vladivostok. An aide in full uniform came to his desk with a telegram saying, ""Sir, Commander Putrisch has sent you a telegram requesting orders.""<br/>""Give it to me please.""<br/>""Yes, sir.""<br/>Immediately, the Regent read the telegram and wrote a response on a piece of paper.<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: The Regent of the Throne<br/>From: Commander Putrisch<br/>The Red forces have abandoned Yekatemburg. We request permission to not bombard the city as it is abandoned and clear of all military targets/ White Forces under Lt. General Yuri are approaching city also. May endanger lives of the approaching forces.</blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Commander Putrisch<br/>From: The Regent<br/><br/>Commander, permission is granted; grant command to Lt Gen Yuri upon encounter.<br/>God Save Russia and the Tsar! May God permit us to defend the Mother!</blockquote><br/>""Lieutenant?""<br/>""Yes, sir?""<br/>""Tell the telegraphist to send this message""<br/>""Okay, sir."""
42,A Tale of the Russian Civil War (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320252&start=25,2014-12-07T04:00:00,Igoria,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Rostov-on-Don, Russia</span><br/>Dukhonin stepped off the train. Outside, an honour guard stood to attention, and a band played. Dukhonin saluted the officers, and walked past them to his car. His driver opened the door for him and he sat inside. The journey to the Rostov Gendarmerie, which Dukhonin had chosen as his temporary Headquarters, took only a few minutes: The streets of Rostov were empty, save for a few soldiers hurrying to and fro, carrying out orders. Once the had pulled up, Dukhonin stepped outside, and made his way up to his office. Inside, his officers stood to attention.<br/>""Gentlemen, please, sit."" He said.<br/>They all sat around the long conference table.<br/>""As you know, the Reds have attacked Smolensk. Colonel Drozdovsky is holding them off, for now. However, Smolensk is not vital to us at this moment. Instead, I have relieved Drozdovky of command of the Smolensk Garrison and given him command of the 2nd Shock Division, which will be based in Lukhansk. The 1st Shock Division will be based in Tsaritsyn, the 3rd in Astrakhan and the 4th in Kharkov. The commanders of those divisions, you know who you are, will depart as soon as we've finished. But for the rest of you I have a different assignment: You are to form a Recruitment Committee, and begin recruiting volunteer regiments from the lands we control. We need more troops.""<br/>""Your Excellency,"" A major spoke up, ""There are 4500 Border Guards in the Caucasus who have not yet pledged their allegiance to either the Whites or the Reds. With your permission, I would like to visit them and convince them to join us.""<br/>""Permission granted. Any other questions?""<br/>Silence.<br/>""Very well, then. You are dismissed. Adjutant, send a telegram to General Wrangel.""<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Regent Prince Wrangel<br/>From: Lieutenant-General Dukhonin, Commander of the Army of South Russia<br/>Sir, I have established myself in the south of Russia. However, my men are spread thin and it will be a while before I can raise more troops from among the locals. So please send as many reinforcements as you can. But that is not the reason for me sending you a telegram. I write, because I want to know what orders you have for me.<br/>Signed,<br/>Dukhonin, Nikolai Nikolaevich.</blockquote>"
43,A Tale of the Russian Civil War (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320252&start=25,2014-12-07T16:08:00,Taganian Unfied States,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Yekatemburg, Liberated White Russia</span><br/>Lt. General Yuri Romanov deboarded his train and looked at the abandoned city. White soldiers were escorting local Reds to the train to be sent deeper inside the homeland. 105,000 Reds were now along the Ural Mountains. Infantry was fanning out from the north of the Urals to the southern Urals. Mine shafts were being made Command Centers for garrisons. And earthworks being erected on Urals. Artillery was being rushed forward and tunnels within the mountains dug in. Towns where the mountains were lower were becoming fortresses. Walls erected with large machine guns posts and artillery posts.<br/><br/>To: Regent Prince Wrangler<br/>From: Lt. General Yuri Romanov- Chief-of-Staff<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Erection of the defenses here in the Urals are underway. Artillery has been moved forward and local Reds are being sent to you in the capital for trials of treason. I recommend as punishment that the men be forced to help erect defenses within the Urals and the women work in factories to help build munitons for the army. Also the naval forces in the Pacific I urge be transferred to the Black Sea sector to the Lt. General in the Ukraine sector. It it with the greatest of urgency that the defenses in the Urals be prepared. And the recruitment of additional forces arrive so as to ensure a new summer offensive can begin. Men to build railroads, tank factories, and the onstruction of defenses are the nessecary things to keep the country operating.</span>"
44,A Tale of the Russian Civil War (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320252&start=25,2014-12-07T18:32:00,Sebastianbourg,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Vladivostok</span><br/><hr/><br/>The Prince-Regent, General von Wrangel, was in the telegraph room of the government's provisional headquarters with no particular objective; he had decided to take a thirty minute break from all the action, the tension of the war, the issuing of orders and the occasional negotiations with foreign nations (especially Germany which had declared an informal ceasefire and expected a formal grant of independence upon the victory of General von Wrangel and his men. Nevertheless a telegram arrived from Rostov-on-Don written by the Commander of the Army in Southern Russia, Lieutenant-General Dukhonin. Instantly, the telegraphist handed the message over to the Prince-Regent and he read it.<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Regent Prince Wrangel<br/>From: Lieutenant-General Dukhonin, Commander of the Army of South Russia<br/>Sir, I have established myself in the south of Russia. However, my men are spread thin and it will be a while before I can raise more troops from among the locals. So please send as many reinforcements as you can. But that is not the reason for me sending you a telegram. I write, because I want to know what orders you have for me.<br/>Signed,<br/>Dukhonin, Nikolai Nikolaevich</blockquote><br/>""Private [the telegraphist was a soon-to-be-promoted private], send this message to Dukhonin.""<br/>""Dictate, sir.""<br/>""Of course.""<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Lieutenant-General Dukhonin, Commander of the Army of South Russia<br/>From: The Regent<br/>Lt-Gen, I will contact the Chief-of-Staff, Lt-Gen Romanov, as he holds command over all troops in the west (I am in Vladivostok in the extreme east on the Pacific) to see how many men he can send you. For the moment, raise the morale of your men, spread propaganda and raise your own men.<br/>God Save Russia and the Tsar.</blockquote><br/>""Now send this to Lieutenant-General Romanov.""<br/>""Dictate, sir.""<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Chief-of-Staff, Lieutenant-General Romanov<br/>From: The Regent<br/>Lt-Gen, put yourself in direct contact with Lt-Gen Dukhonin; he is in need of men and currently in Rostov-on-Don. Let the local courts deliver justice to the traitors; make sure they're just and don't just execute everybody since that will only create opposition for the people will appear to be loyal but this will only be façade caused by their fear of us. How do you propose the navy in the Pacific help our cause so far away? <br/>Spread propaganda and convince the people to work hard for Russia (not necessarily the Tsar since some may be republicans and we want to unite the people with our cause).<br/>God Save Russia and the Tsar.</blockquote>"
45,"HOI3 World Conquest (IC, DSU Only with exceptions, AAR)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320369,2014-11-16T17:57:00,United States of Unfreedom,"This is the start of my new Hearts of Iron 3 World Conquest AAR. The first part of this will be picking what nation to play as. Please vote in the poll<img alt="":)"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_smile.gif"" title=""Smile""/>the poll closes at 9:00 PM EST. Everyone is welcome to vote/commentate."
46,"HOI3 World Conquest (IC, DSU Only with exceptions, AAR)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320369,2014-11-16T18:08:00,Atealia,"<blockquote><div><cite>United States of Unfreedom <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320369&amp;p=22462077#p22462077"">wrote</a>:</cite>This is the start of my new Hearts of Iron 3 World Conquest AAR. The first part of this will be picking what nation to play as. Please vote in the poll <img alt="":)"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_smile.gif"" title=""Smile""/> the poll closes at 9:00 PM EST. Everyone is welcome to vote/commentate.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Are you going to do the AAR on NS because i'll definitely follow if that's the case. anyway, i think you should try paying as japan. though if you want a challenge try becoming fascist Canada and taking over the US!"
47,"HOI3 World Conquest (IC, DSU Only with exceptions, AAR)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320369,2014-11-16T18:09:00,United States of Unfreedom,"<blockquote><div><cite>Atealia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320369&amp;p=22462231#p22462231"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>United States of Unfreedom <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320369&amp;p=22462077#p22462077"">wrote</a>:</cite>This is the start of my new Hearts of Iron 3 World Conquest AAR. The first part of this will be picking what nation to play as. Please vote in the poll <img alt="":)"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_smile.gif"" title=""Smile""/> the poll closes at 9:00 PM EST. Everyone is welcome to vote/commentate.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Are you going to do the AAR on NS because i'll definitely follow if that's the case. anyway, i think you should try paying as japan. though if you want a challenge try becoming fascist Canada and taking over the US!</div></blockquote><br/>Yes, definitely on NS."
48,"HOI3 World Conquest (IC, DSU Only with exceptions, AAR)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320369,2014-11-16T18:13:00,Jeremy Beaver,What exactly are you going to do after a nation is Picked?
49,"HOI3 World Conquest (IC, DSU Only with exceptions, AAR)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320369,2014-11-16T18:16:00,United States of Unfreedom,"<blockquote><div><cite>Jeremy Beaver <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320369&amp;p=22462308#p22462308"">wrote</a>:</cite>What exactly are you going to do after a nation is Picked?</div></blockquote><br/>Well depending upon the nation *cough Germany and Japan* some slight cheats would be used and it would go forth by me taking screenshots of what's going on, mainly of invasions and army organization."
50,"HOI3 World Conquest (IC, DSU Only with exceptions, AAR)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320369,2014-11-16T18:18:00,Jeremy Beaver,Would we the Honorable voters get a say at what you do? Or perhaps apply for positions in the Goverment of the voted nation?<br/><br/>If so I apply for the Naval Position :3
51,"HOI3 World Conquest (IC, DSU Only with exceptions, AAR)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320369,2014-11-16T18:20:00,United States of Unfreedom,"<blockquote><div><cite>Jeremy Beaver <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320369&amp;p=22462385#p22462385"">wrote</a>:</cite>Would we the Honorable voters get a say at what you do? Or perhaps apply for positions in the Goverment of the voted nation?<br/><br/>If so I apply for the Naval Position :3</div></blockquote><br/>That could happen, that it could. Definitely a say on what happens, but I'm not sure about government positions. Too much modding work to mod a custom minister in<img alt="":p"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_tongue.gif"" title=""Razz""/>"
52,"HOI3 World Conquest (IC, DSU Only with exceptions, AAR)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320369,2014-11-16T18:21:00,Jeremy Beaver,"I dont think you would have to mod the game just write down who Controls what Ministry.<img alt="":)"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_smile.gif"" title=""Smile""/>"
53,"HOI3 World Conquest (IC, DSU Only with exceptions, AAR)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320369,2014-11-16T18:23:00,United States of Unfreedom,"<blockquote><div><cite>Jeremy Beaver <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320369&amp;p=22462441#p22462441"">wrote</a>:</cite>I dont think you would have to mod the game just write down who Controls what Ministry. <img alt="":)"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_smile.gif"" title=""Smile""/></div></blockquote><br/>Eh, that's no fun."
54,"HOI3 World Conquest (IC, DSU Only with exceptions, AAR)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320369,2014-11-16T18:24:00,Imperium Nova,"<blockquote><div><cite>United States of Unfreedom <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320369&amp;p=22462469#p22462469"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Jeremy Beaver <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320369&amp;p=22462441#p22462441"">wrote</a>:</cite>I dont think you would have to mod the game just write down who Controls what Ministry. <img alt="":)"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_smile.gif"" title=""Smile""/></div></blockquote><br/>Eh, that's no fun.</div></blockquote><br/>Sure it is. Just give me Head of State & Head of Government and we'll all be fine.<img alt="":p"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_tongue.gif"" title=""Razz""/>"
55,"HOI3 World Conquest (IC, DSU Only with exceptions, AAR)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320369,2014-11-16T18:27:00,Jeremy Beaver,"<blockquote><div><cite>Imperium Nova <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320369&amp;p=22462484#p22462484"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>United States of Unfreedom <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320369&amp;p=22462469#p22462469"">wrote</a>:</cite>Eh, that's no fun.</div></blockquote><br/>Sure it is. Just give me Head of State &amp; Head of Government and we'll all be fine. <img alt="":p"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_tongue.gif"" title=""Razz""/></div></blockquote><br/>Meh do what you want but I dont think you would have to mod the game dor people to controlling ministrys"
56,"HOI3 World Conquest (IC, DSU Only with exceptions, AAR)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320369,2014-11-16T18:27:00,United States of Unfreedom,"<blockquote><div><cite>Imperium Nova <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320369&amp;p=22462484#p22462484"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>United States of Unfreedom <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320369&amp;p=22462469#p22462469"">wrote</a>:</cite>Eh, that's no fun.</div></blockquote><br/>Sure it is. Just give me Head of State &amp; Head of Government and we'll all be fine. <img alt="":p"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_tongue.gif"" title=""Razz""/></div></blockquote><br/>We can make that happen, if we wait till 1939 we can get Rommel to throw you a little coup in Germany, and I was just kidding."
57,"HOI3 World Conquest (IC, DSU Only with exceptions, AAR)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320369,2014-11-16T18:28:00,Imperium Nova,"<blockquote><div><cite>United States of Unfreedom <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320369&amp;p=22462531#p22462531"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Imperium Nova <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320369&amp;p=22462484#p22462484"">wrote</a>:</cite>Sure it is. Just give me Head of State &amp; Head of Government and we'll all be fine. <img alt="":p"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_tongue.gif"" title=""Razz""/></div></blockquote><br/>We can make that happen, if we wait till 1939 we can get Rommel to throw you a little coup in Germany, and I was just kidding.</div></blockquote><br/>Das ist sad ja. Ah well, I would suggest playing as Japan and I would readily follow this AAR."
58,"HOI3 World Conquest (IC, DSU Only with exceptions, AAR)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320369,2014-11-16T18:30:00,United States of Unfreedom,"<blockquote><div><cite>Imperium Nova <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320369&amp;p=22462542#p22462542"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>United States of Unfreedom <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320369&amp;p=22462531#p22462531"">wrote</a>:</cite>We can make that happen, if we wait till 1939 we can get Rommel to throw you a little coup in Germany, and I was just kidding.</div></blockquote><br/>Das ist sad ja. Ah well, I would suggest playing as Japan and I would readily follow this AAR.</div></blockquote><br/>Thirty minutes left, so if we get no more votes we'll have a 50/50 tie with USSR and Japan. Hopefully some more people will read this and at least vote<img alt=""8)"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_cool.gif"" title=""Cool""/>"
59,"HOI3 World Conquest (IC, DSU Only with exceptions, AAR)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320369,2014-11-16T18:33:00,Capsland,Oh an AAR! I will definitely be following this! ^-^ #VoteForJapan!
60,"HOI3 World Conquest (IC, DSU Only with exceptions, AAR)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320369,2014-11-16T18:34:00,Jeremy Beaver,"<blockquote><div><cite>Capsland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320369&amp;p=22462600#p22462600"">wrote</a>:</cite>Oh an AAR! I will definitely be following this! ^-^ #VoteForJapan!</div></blockquote><br/>Course you would Capsland..."
61,"HOI3 World Conquest (IC, DSU Only with exceptions, AAR)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320369,2014-11-16T18:37:00,Imperium Nova,"<blockquote><div><cite>United States of Unfreedom <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320369&amp;p=22462562#p22462562"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Imperium Nova <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320369&amp;p=22462542#p22462542"">wrote</a>:</cite>Das ist sad ja. Ah well, I would suggest playing as Japan and I would readily follow this AAR.</div></blockquote><br/>Thirty minutes left, so if we get no more votes we'll have a 50/50 tie with USSR and Japan. Hopefully some more people will read this and at least vote <img alt=""8)"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_cool.gif"" title=""Cool""/></div></blockquote><br/>Seems like either Communist Japan or Tsarist Soviet Union then."
62,"HOI3 World Conquest (IC, DSU Only with exceptions, AAR)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320369,2014-11-16T18:38:00,United States of Unfreedom,"<blockquote><div><cite>Imperium Nova <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320369&amp;p=22462672#p22462672"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>United States of Unfreedom <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320369&amp;p=22462562#p22462562"">wrote</a>:</cite>Thirty minutes left, so if we get no more votes we'll have a 50/50 tie with USSR and Japan. Hopefully some more people will read this and at least vote <img alt=""8)"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_cool.gif"" title=""Cool""/></div></blockquote><br/>Seems like either Communist Japan or Tsarist Soviet Union then.</div></blockquote><br/>The USSR is in the lead now, 3 to 2. What shall happen?"
63,"HOI3 World Conquest (IC, DSU Only with exceptions, AAR)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320369,2014-11-16T18:39:00,Imperium Nova,"<blockquote><div><cite>United States of Unfreedom <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320369&amp;p=22462692#p22462692"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Imperium Nova <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320369&amp;p=22462672#p22462672"">wrote</a>:</cite>Seems like either Communist Japan or Tsarist Soviet Union then.</div></blockquote><br/>The USSR is in the lead now, 3 to 2. What shall happen?</div></blockquote><br/>""Neither USSR nor Japan was very concerned about democracy so why should I?"" The OP said before picking El Salvador."
64,"HOI3 World Conquest (IC, DSU Only with exceptions, AAR)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320369,2014-11-16T18:39:00,Jeremy Beaver,"<blockquote><div><cite>United States of Unfreedom <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320369&amp;p=22462692#p22462692"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Imperium Nova <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320369&amp;p=22462672#p22462672"">wrote</a>:</cite>Seems like either Communist Japan or Tsarist Soviet Union then.</div></blockquote><br/>The USSR is in the lead now, 3 to 2. What shall happen?</div></blockquote><br/><br/>FOR THE SOVIET RUSSIA! BAAA DAAA DA Da Da!"
65,"HOI3 World Conquest (IC, DSU Only with exceptions, AAR)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320369,2014-11-16T18:41:00,Capsland,"<blockquote><div><cite>United States of Unfreedom <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320369&amp;p=22462421#p22462421"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Jeremy Beaver <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320369&amp;p=22462385#p22462385"">wrote</a>:</cite>Would we the Honorable voters get a say at what you do? Or perhaps apply for positions in the Goverment of the voted nation?<br/><br/>If so I apply for the Naval Position :3</div></blockquote><br/>That could happen, that it could. Definitely a say on what happens, but I'm not sure about government positions. Too much modding work to mod a custom minister in <img alt="":p"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_tongue.gif"" title=""Razz""/></div></blockquote><br/>Not that much modding, you juts need to change the name really.<br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">http://cloud-4.steampowered.com/ugc/576744505768966483/91B4D9839A749F1155FBEF244D3D69327F6F7C83/</div></div></div>"
66,"HOI3 World Conquest (IC, DSU Only with exceptions, AAR)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320369,2014-11-16T18:45:00,United States of Unfreedom,"France with the late game comeback, the score is now France two; USSR three; and Japan two. This is going to be a close one, folks."
67,"HOI3 World Conquest (IC, DSU Only with exceptions, AAR)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320369,2014-11-16T18:45:00,United States of Unfreedom,"<blockquote><div><cite>Capsland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320369&amp;p=22462750#p22462750"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>United States of Unfreedom <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320369&amp;p=22462421#p22462421"">wrote</a>:</cite>That could happen, that it could. Definitely a say on what happens, but I'm not sure about government positions. Too much modding work to mod a custom minister in <img alt="":p"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_tongue.gif"" title=""Razz""/></div></blockquote><br/>Not that much modding, you juts need to change the name really.<br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">http://cloud-4.steampowered.com/ugc/576744505768966483/91B4D9839A749F1155FBEF244D3D69327F6F7C83/</div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/>True, very true."
68,"HOI3 World Conquest (IC, DSU Only with exceptions, AAR)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320369,2014-11-16T18:59:00,Jeremy Beaver,So if the Decision by Voters was Other what nation would you pick?
69,"HOI3 World Conquest (IC, DSU Only with exceptions, AAR)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320369,2014-11-16T19:05:00,United States of Unfreedom,"<blockquote><div><cite>Jeremy Beaver <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320369&amp;p=22463043#p22463043"">wrote</a>:</cite>So if the Decision by Voters was Other what nation would you pick?</div></blockquote><br/>Well the USSR won, but it would have resulted in another vote with secondary power nations i.e., Hungary, Turkey, etc."
70,"HOI3 World Conquest (IC, DSU Only with exceptions, AAR)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320369&start=25,2014-11-16T19:24:00,Jeremy Beaver,Woo go user!
71,"HOI3 World Conquest (IC, DSU Only with exceptions, AAR)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320369&start=25,2014-11-16T20:01:00,United States of Unfreedom,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Numbers...Are Everything</span></span><br/><br/>The USSR, birthplace of communism and everything good in this world<span style=""font-size: 50%; line-height: 116%;"">brought to you by your local commissar</span>. Where to start, the Red Army is...meh, the Red Air Force is....meh, the Red Navy is.....crap. It'll take us a lot of work to get us ready to fight the fascists and eventually spread the goodness of communism to the world!!<br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i1242.photobucket.com/albums/gg523/muppetmower98/ScreenShot2014-11-16at94241PM.png""/><br/><br/>We're going to start off by drawing our plans for war against the fascists, which we hope to completely crush the German eastern front when they come rolling east. A huge salient can be achieved by overly arming the northern and souther portions of our defensive lines and leaving the middle weak. The Germans will hopefully break the lines in the center and come charging forward with no regrets. Once they do this, these overly armored flanks will swoop down, cutting the supply lines and the vital fuel to the Germans. The end to the Germans will come soon.<br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i1242.photobucket.com/albums/gg523/muppetmower98/ScreenShot2014-11-16at95411PM.png""/><br/><br/>An initial order of 40 Armored Divisions was put into effect, this increase in armor will give us the line we need.<br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i1242.photobucket.com/albums/gg523/muppetmower98/ScreenShot2014-11-16at94944PM.png""/>"
72,"HOI3 World Conquest (IC, DSU Only with exceptions, AAR)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320369&start=25,2014-11-16T20:09:00,Jeremy Beaver,1st hurray for 2 pages!<br/><br/>2nd lets work on our strategy for the impending Japanease I suggest just going defensive there until germany is Crushed<br/><br/>3rd as you said the Red Air force Is meh lets work on that as who controlls the air controlls the war and thr germans early on will deffinantly crush you so work on your air Tech and air forces.
73,"HOI3 World Conquest (IC, DSU Only with exceptions, AAR)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320369&start=25,2014-11-16T20:36:00,Mifan,I will be following this.
74,"HOI3 World Conquest (IC, DSU Only with exceptions, AAR)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320369&start=25,2014-11-16T20:38:00,Jeremy Beaver,Hey there! Gonna post on the 1836 Americas ic anytime soon?
75,"HOI3 World Conquest (IC, DSU Only with exceptions, AAR)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320369&start=25,2014-11-16T20:43:00,Mifan,"<blockquote><div><cite>Jeremy Beaver <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320369&amp;p=22464269#p22464269"">wrote</a>:</cite>Hey there! Gonna post on the 1836 Americas ic anytime soon?</div></blockquote><br/>Aye."
76,"HOI3 World Conquest (IC, DSU Only with exceptions, AAR)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320369&start=25,2014-11-17T07:29:00,United States of Unfreedom,"The next post will be up tonight, probably 2-3 posts."
77,"HOI3 World Conquest (IC, DSU Only with exceptions, AAR)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320369&start=25,2014-11-17T16:42:00,United States of Unfreedom,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Aging Infrastructure and other goodies</span></span><br/><br/>So the overall infrastructure of the USSR in TFH is not bad compared to vanilla. We start off with a Trans-Siberian railroad and a couple of railroads to and from Moscow. Some upgrades to the Trans-Siberian railroad and many of the smaller ones running out of Moscow will give us a supply advantage when the fascists come east.<br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i1242.photobucket.com/albums/gg523/muppetmower98/ScreenShot2014-11-16at100455PM-1.png""/><br/><br/>We're also going to invest in our air force that is lacking. An installment of 20 interceptor wings and 10 close air support wings will help us.<br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i1242.photobucket.com/albums/gg523/muppetmower98/ScreenShot2014-11-16at101958PM-1.png""/><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i1242.photobucket.com/albums/gg523/muppetmower98/ScreenShot2014-11-16at102019PM-1.png""/><br/><br/>We have unified our western front into one theatre under the command of General Tamruchi, who has the traits that give him a 10% attack bonus and a 20% combined arms bonus which will benefit us. This theatre is named STAVKA to simulate the IRL front.<br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i1242.photobucket.com/albums/gg523/muppetmower98/ScreenShot2014-11-16at102624PM-2.png""/><br/><br/>We're also starting our research into rocketry by building our first rocket test site in the city of Ivanovo. This will help us eventually research the theoretical jet engine, which in turn will get us the jet interceptor engines.<br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i1242.photobucket.com/albums/gg523/muppetmower98/ScreenShot2014-11-16at102814PM-1.png""/><br/><br/>Now, onto the fun part. The western front, under the name of the Far Eastern Theatre, is almost prepared for anything the Japanese can throw at them. Almost 15 subs and 380,000 soldiers will wreak havoc on anything the Japanese try to do to Vladivostok, practically the only important thing in the far east. Also, in the future plans are to 20 light armour divisions under reserve construction to penetrate the Manchukuo lines that will cut off the Japanese army in countering us. The 15 subs under command of the Far Eastern Theatre will perform the task of convoy raiding the Sea of Japan and the Korea Strait to cut off the supplies to the Japanese armies in China.<br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i1242.photobucket.com/albums/gg523/muppetmower98/ScreenShot2014-11-16at103403PM-1.png""/><br/><br/>10 new submarines are being placed under construction in Vladivostok to add to the 15 submarines already stationed in the Pacific. This addition of 10 subs will give us the capabilities we need to hold off the Japanese in the east when they come.<br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i1242.photobucket.com/albums/gg523/muppetmower98/ScreenShot2014-11-16at103445PM-1.png""/>"
78,"HOI3 World Conquest (IC, DSU Only with exceptions, AAR)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320369&start=25,2014-11-17T16:52:00,Imperium Nova,Seems like the Soviet Union is properly shaping up.
79,"HOI3 World Conquest (IC, DSU Only with exceptions, AAR)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320369&start=25,2014-11-17T17:01:00,United States of Unfreedom,"A question for when it happens, what should we do about the Finnish? Should we follow the historical path and just take the very few territorial demands that we can get, or should we go for full on annexation of the Finn's?"
80,"HOI3 World Conquest (IC, DSU Only with exceptions, AAR)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320369&start=25,2014-11-17T17:04:00,Jeremy Beaver,"<blockquote><div><cite>United States of Unfreedom <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320369&amp;p=22474062#p22474062"">wrote</a>:</cite>A question for when it happens, what should we do about the Finnish? Should we follow the historical path and just take the very few territorial demands that we can get, or should we go for full on annexation of the Finn's?</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The Finns wil side with the Germans best to get them before the world war starts."
81,"HOI3 World Conquest (IC, DSU Only with exceptions, AAR)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320369&start=25,2014-11-17T17:06:00,Imperium Nova,"<blockquote><div><cite>United States of Unfreedom <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320369&amp;p=22474062#p22474062"">wrote</a>:</cite>A question for when it happens, what should we do about the Finnish? Should we follow the historical path and just take the very few territorial demands that we can get, or should we go for full on annexation of the Finn's?</div></blockquote><br/>This is world conquest. To truly provide the means of production to the proletariat we need to enforce Soviet Rule in all the corners of the world, annex and take control of everything."
82,"HOI3 World Conquest (IC, DSU Only with exceptions, AAR)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320369&start=25,2014-11-17T17:09:00,United States of Unfreedom,"Both of you have valid points, we don't need to be fighting a war with the Finnish and the Germans. Not too good of a strategy."
83,"HOI3 World Conquest (IC, DSU Only with exceptions, AAR)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320369&start=25,2014-11-17T17:12:00,Atealia,"<blockquote><div><cite>United States of Unfreedom <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320369&amp;p=22474062#p22474062"">wrote</a>:</cite>A question for when it happens, what should we do about the Finnish? Should we follow the historical path and just take the very few territorial demands that we can get, or should we go for full on annexation of the Finn's?</div></blockquote><br/><br/>If you can annex Scandinavia and Finland before the war starts then you have a good buffer against Germany and they help keep them out of USSR proper. that's what I usually do when I play hearts of Iron as the USSR."
84,"HOI3 World Conquest (IC, DSU Only with exceptions, AAR)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320369&start=25,2014-11-17T17:14:00,United States of Unfreedom,"<blockquote><div><cite>Atealia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320369&amp;p=22474227#p22474227"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>United States of Unfreedom <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320369&amp;p=22474062#p22474062"">wrote</a>:</cite>A question for when it happens, what should we do about the Finnish? Should we follow the historical path and just take the very few territorial demands that we can get, or should we go for full on annexation of the Finn's?</div></blockquote><br/><br/>If you can annex Scandinavia and Finland before the war starts then you have a good buffer against Germany and they help keep them out of USSR proper. that's what I usually do when I play hearts of Iron as the USSR.</div></blockquote><br/>I am working on lowering our neutrality at the moment, so when we get the Winter War event the peace-loving proletariat of the Soviet Union will steamroll the Scandinavian states."
85,"HOI3 World Conquest (IC, DSU Only with exceptions, AAR)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320369&start=25,2014-11-17T17:21:00,Capsland,"<blockquote><div><cite>United States of Unfreedom <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320369&amp;p=22474249#p22474249"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Atealia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320369&amp;p=22474227#p22474227"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>If you can annex Scandinavia and Finland before the war starts then you have a good buffer against Germany and they help keep them out of USSR proper. that's what I usually do when I play hearts of Iron as the USSR.</div></blockquote><br/>I am working on lowering our neutrality at the moment, so when we get the Winter War event the peace-loving proletariat of the Soviet Union will steamroll the Scandinavian states.</div></blockquote><br/>Maybe you could take Turkey and puppet them, that way you could do a pincer move on the Axis armies from the Balkans and Scandinavia."
86,"HOI3 World Conquest (IC, DSU Only with exceptions, AAR)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320369&start=25,2014-11-17T17:44:00,United States of Unfreedom,"<blockquote><div><cite>Capsland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320369&amp;p=22474348#p22474348"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>United States of Unfreedom <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320369&amp;p=22474249#p22474249"">wrote</a>:</cite>I am working on lowering our neutrality at the moment, so when we get the Winter War event the peace-loving proletariat of the Soviet Union will steamroll the Scandinavian states.</div></blockquote><br/>Maybe you could take Turkey and puppet them, that way you could do a pincer move on the Axis armies from the Balkans and Scandinavia.</div></blockquote><br/>Puppet!!!@#$!@#$ Are you crazy! If anything we should annex the bleeding Ottomans!"
87,"HOI3 World Conquest (IC, DSU Only with exceptions, AAR)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320369&start=25,2014-11-17T17:57:00,United States of Unfreedom,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">Roll Tide</span></span><br/><br/>Germany sends us the non-aggression pact from Ribbentrop. We gladly accept, giving us the Winter War option and the Baltic states with that!<br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i1242.photobucket.com/albums/gg523/muppetmower98/ScreenShot2014-11-17at71949PM.png""/><br/><br/>Germany makes good time with their invasion of Poland, as always the French border is stagnant. The Germans make their way to the gates of Warsaw in 20 days...impressive.<br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i1242.photobucket.com/albums/gg523/muppetmower98/ScreenShot2014-11-17at72404PM.png""/><br/><br/>Shortly there after Germany capitulates the Poles, giving us the option to demand the Baltic states surrender themselves to us. In the name of the peace-loving proletariate!!<br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i1242.photobucket.com/albums/gg523/muppetmower98/ScreenShot2014-11-17at72500PM.png""/><br/><br/>Ah, the Winter War. Time for the peace-loving Soviet Union to grab herself some grub in Scandinavia.<br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i1242.photobucket.com/albums/gg523/muppetmower98/ScreenShot2014-11-17at73252PM.png""/><br/><br/>The Winter War ends quickly as all three of Finland's VP provinces are naval invaded by the glorious Red Navy! A step closer to global communism has been achieved!<br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i1242.photobucket.com/albums/gg523/muppetmower98/ScreenShot2014-11-17at73654PM.png""/><br/><br/>It looks as if the Germans have broken up the Maginot line to piecemeal while I was planning our next move...Norway.<br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i1242.photobucket.com/albums/gg523/muppetmower98/ScreenShot2014-11-17at74109PM.png""/><br/><br/>Well, what can I say? One division took down Norway...it happens, sorry fellas. Better luck next time, Norway.<br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i1242.photobucket.com/albums/gg523/muppetmower98/ScreenShot2014-11-17at73954PM.png""/><br/><br/>Sorry for the short posts, the next set of posts will be longer."
88,"HOI3 World Conquest (IC, DSU Only with exceptions, AAR)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320369&start=25,2014-11-17T18:08:00,Jeremy Beaver,"You should maybe start adding people to the Communist faction through diplomacy and continue domination with the Swedes next. I belive they also join the Fascists. Also maybe we should deploy Bombers to strategically ""Liberate"" Berlin when the time comes."
89,"HOI3 World Conquest (IC, DSU Only with exceptions, AAR)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320369&start=25,2014-11-17T18:55:00,Mifan,"Time for the ""liberation"" of Sweden from those evil capitalists. Communism will save the nation."
90,"HOI3 World Conquest (IC, DSU Only with exceptions, AAR)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320369&start=25,2014-11-17T19:29:00,Atealia,"<blockquote><div><cite>United States of Unfreedom <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320369&amp;p=22474686#p22474686"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Capsland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320369&amp;p=22474348#p22474348"">wrote</a>:</cite>Maybe you could take Turkey and puppet them, that way you could do a pincer move on the Axis armies from the Balkans and Scandinavia.</div></blockquote><br/>Puppet!!!@#$!@#$ Are you crazy! If anything we should annex the bleeding Ottomans!</div></blockquote><br/>so comrade stalin's official policy on turkey is ""Remove Kebab from premises!"" I thought Stalin was Georgian not Serbian!"
91,"HOI3 World Conquest (IC, DSU Only with exceptions, AAR)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320369&start=25,2014-11-20T03:50:00,Brillnuck,"The United Kingdom declares neutrality and instead focuses on boosting business.However, the armed forces are on high alert."
92,"HOI3 World Conquest (IC, DSU Only with exceptions, AAR)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320369&start=25,2014-11-20T07:12:00,Atealia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Brillnuck <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320369&amp;p=22500418#p22500418"">wrote</a>:</cite>The United Kingdom declares neutrality and instead focuses on boosting business.However, the armed forces are on high alert.</div></blockquote><br/>this isn't an rp brillnuck, you aren't playing as any country."
93,"HOI3 World Conquest (IC, DSU Only with exceptions, AAR)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320369&start=25,2014-11-20T07:19:00,Brillnuck,"<blockquote><div><cite>Atealia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320369&amp;p=22501054#p22501054"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Brillnuck <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320369&amp;p=22500418#p22500418"">wrote</a>:</cite>The United Kingdom declares neutrality and instead focuses on boosting business.However, the armed forces are on high alert.</div></blockquote><br/>this isn't an rp brillnuck, you aren't playing as any country.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: Ah sorry."
94,"HOI3 World Conquest (IC, DSU Only with exceptions, AAR)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320369&start=25,2014-11-20T08:30:00,United States of Unfreedom,"This is officially dead, I accidently left the game up and running over night. So we maxed out our time. I may restart it but."
95,Against the Odds Europe IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320401,2014-11-16T23:30:00,Lingria,"This is the European Theater for Against the Odds<br/>OOC-<a class=""postlink-local"" href=""http://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320352"">viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320352</a>"
96,Against the Odds Europe IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320401,2014-11-16T23:32:00,Scientificum,Its..<br/>Its..<br/>An unreplied thread?<br/>My time to shine.<br/>.<br/>.<br/>.<br/>.<br/>.<br/>.<br/>.<br/>!F!R5T P05T!
97,Against the Odds Europe IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320401,2014-11-17T00:12:00,New Abrahammia,"There are currently many forces in Eastern and Western Germany still preventing western or Russian attack, but was still in danger of Swedish attack. Sweden needed to be taken down. The strategy is to send in stormtroopers to attack Sweden from the east and west. At the same time, send in the Luft Waffe to conduct some bombing runs on Stockholm. And a few panzers wouldn't hurt!"
98,Against the Odds Europe IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320401,2014-11-17T14:12:00,Lingria,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320401&amp;p=22465996#p22465996"">wrote</a>:</cite>There are currently many forces in Eastern and Western Germany still preventing western or Russian attack, but was still in danger of Swedish attack. Sweden needed to be taken down. The strategy is to send in stormtroopers to attack Sweden from the east and west. At the same time, send in the Luft Waffe to conduct some bombing runs on Stockholm. And a few panzers wouldn't hurt!</div></blockquote><br/>Deleted"
99,Against the Odds Europe IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320401,2014-11-17T14:17:00,Lingria,Following the defeat in Belgium the Americans have started recruiting more Frenchmen to fight the Nazis and there sending more and more from the homeland to France to prevent Paris from falling
100,Against the Odds Europe IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320401,2014-11-17T16:00:00,Mifan,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">German Front, Ukraine</span><br/><br/>Thousands upon thousands of Soviet soldiers were dug in on the German Front. For the last few years, the Germans were running from the mighty Red Army until they were able to halt the Soviet Advance. Zhukov was in command of all Russian Forces on the German Front. His Army outnumbered the Germans at least 3:1, but no matter where the Army attacked, the Germans repelled the attack. Stalin, himself gave the order for Zhukov to break the German Lines by the middle of the year.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Finnish Front</span><br/><br/>Ivan Konev, commander of Soviet Forces in Finland, was facing a similar situation. While the Axis Forces in Finland were outnumbered, the Soviets had been facing other problems. Massive artillery fire began to open on Axis positions in Finland, as the Red Army hoped to weaken up defensives just enough for them to break through."
101,Against the Odds Europe IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320401,2014-11-17T21:36:00,Landenburg,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Risto Ryti, General, Finnish Front HQ</span></div><br/><br/>""I want the troops spread out, here, here, and here."" Risto said, pointing at a map. ""If we spread ourselves then with machine-gun entrenchments along with artillery positions in our rear, I believe we may be able to stall and or defeat the Russians."" Several of the nearby officers nodded, seeing sound logic in his plan. ""Tenho Korpela, you will lead the center positions. You have the most experience here, from serving in the German Wehrmacht. Juhana Peltola, you will command the rear, you are a sound supply officer and I believe you are best suited for the position. Topias Pitkänen, you have the left flank. Do not fail me, this is your test. Finally we shall have Lauri Laukkanen commanding the right flank. The Russian artillery is many. The Russian soldiers are many. The difference is, we can hit our targets! Now, any questions gentleman?"" he asked. ""No, sir!"" they shouted in unison, all leaving to their newly assigned posts. Risto stayed back, sorting his papers and looking over his battle plans.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Heino Peltonen, Private First Class, Finnish Front</span></div><br/><br/>Snow. A lot of snow. The day was sunny for Finnish standards. A slight breeze was out but nothing he couldn't compensate for. Heino looked over to his left, his spotter looking out. Kimi Pesonen, his spotter and friend, was looking out over the area. There seemed to be a Russian patrol out, away from the main army. Easy targets. Raising his Kar98k, Heino looked down his scope. The first target was a big burly man, the highest ranking soldier there. One shot and blood was covering the man's beard and snow, him dropping straight down. The two other men immediately dropped to the ground, shouting out. One began firing in no apparent direction, attempting to get the sniper to reveal himself. Heino took a deep breath, looking down his sight yet again. His sight was on the man's right eye, full of fear. Crack! Brains and skull chunks were splattered all over the snow now. The last Russian, seeing all of his comrades dead, got on his knees and seemed to be begging. Heino had no pity for the invader scum. One last shot and that man was dead too. After a few moments, Heino and Kimi came out of their cover, taking anything they could from the dead men. After they had done so, they quickly left, not wanting to be around when more Russians came to look for their dead comrades."
102,Against the Odds Europe IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320401,2014-11-17T21:59:00,New Abrahammia,"In an attempt to take back more of France, from southern France, we will attempt to make a charge north. Using 100 Tiger II tanks, 50,000 Wehrmacht troops, and 300 ME 262's, a blitzkrieg is being prepared to capture allied controlled territory in France."
103,Against the Odds Europe IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320401,2014-11-17T22:02:00,Lingria,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320401&amp;p=22477718#p22477718"">wrote</a>:</cite>In an attempt to take back more of France, from southern France, we attempt to make a charge north. Using 100 Tiger II tanks, 50,000 Wehrmacht troops, and 300 ME 262's, a blitzkrieg is being prepared to capture allied controlled territory in France.</div></blockquote><br/>In response to the increasing German numbers in Vichy France the U.S. Has sent out 400 Sherman's and 75,000 Soldiers the Men shall be assisted by the USAF which includes 500 P-51 Aircrafts these soldiers will be used for peaceful purpo....*laughs* (Movie Reference :3 )<br/>Also the U.S. Navy has been dispatched to Marsielle"
104,Against the Odds Europe IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320401,2014-11-17T22:26:00,New Abrahammia,"In Vichy France, AA is put up in major cities and German camps. Several hundred Panzer III's are sent to Vichy France in case of Allied attack. Meanwhile, back in real Germany, a project is begun to reconstruct the Bismarck battleship."
105,Against the Odds Europe IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320401,2014-11-17T22:47:00,Lingria,"B-17's are preped and readied for the Bombing raids on Verdun,Cologne,Hamburg and Amsterdam<br/>Also The USS Iowa along with her sister ships the USS Missouri and USS Wisconsin have arrived in the European theatre to bombard hell on the Fascist they will be dispatched to Bombard the Belgian Coast and the Nazi controlled French coast"
106,Against the Odds Europe IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320401,2014-11-18T00:26:00,New Abrahammia,"The American ships are a problem that must be dealt with. In order to stop them, a wolfpack of u-boats were sent to each ship. A rushed effort is made to install AA guns in major German cities. Bomb shelters on every street are also being built in a hurry. When terror from the skies is seen coming, an alarm will alarm people of it."
107,Against the Odds Europe IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320401,2014-11-18T01:32:00,New Abrahammia,"Meanwhile, in Germany, a new Bismarck is being constructed. It's going to be totally awesome just like the last one and hopefully not sink."
108,Against the Odds Europe IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320401,2014-11-18T18:28:00,Mifan,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Soviet HQ, Finnish Front</span><br/><br/>Ivan Konev looked over a map of the Finnish Front with his fellow Generals. He had near half a million soldiers under his command, and he would use them to capture Finland for the Motherland no matter what the cost. As he looked, he thought of one thing, breaking through the Finnish center. ""Dimitri, I want you to lead the 34th Army right into the Center of the Finnish Lines. I do not care about the number of losses you suffer, you are not allowed to retreat until there is a breakthrough. Vladimir and his 63rd Army will defend your right flank along with Reznov on your left with his 23rd Army. The 55th, 56th, and 4th Tanks Army will all be placed in reserves until needed. Now, I know most of you would like to have the Shock Armies under your command, as they have been proven in battle, but Zhukov isn't willing to send us any. He is willing to sent the 19th Army to reinforce our position here. I expect victory in the battle against the Fins. Any questions?"" None of the generals spoke. ""Good, I expect to hear victory from each of you. For the Motherland Comrades!"" The Generals left to prepare their armies for the upcoming battle."
109,Against the Odds Europe IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320401,2014-11-18T18:40:00,Landenburg,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Tenho Korpela, General, Center of Finnish Front</span><br/><br/>Inside of his bunker, Tenho was warm and comfy. From his prior engagements, he had no doubt that the Russians would attempt a half-brained mass charge at the center, only attempting to overrun the position. Taking that into acknowledgment, he had many MG positions set up and laid minefields all out. In some ditches mines were placed in ditches, for when the Russians would try to seek cover. If his defenses here failed, the rest of the line would quickly fall too. If they held the Russians back however, they could claim much land.."
110,Against the Odds Europe IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320401,2014-11-18T21:51:00,New Abrahammia,"The US battleships were engaged by wolf packs of German submarines on route to Belgium and French coasts. The goal of these U-boats were to sink the American battleships (obviously). Armed with G7es torpedoes, they were ready dish out maximum damage ."
111,Against the Odds Europe IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320401,2014-11-18T22:13:00,Lingria,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320401&amp;p=22488360#p22488360"">wrote</a>:</cite>The US battleships were engaged by wolf packs of German submarines on route to Belgium and French coasts. The goal of these U-boats were to sink the American battleships (obviously). Armed with G7es torpedoes, they were ready dish out maximum damage .</div></blockquote><br/>The American Admiral in charge of the U.S. 8th Navy has order that Submarine sweepers be put out and that the radar be turned on he also order full speed ahead after going half-speed for most the journey he hopes he can reach his target of Le Havre"
112,Against the Odds Europe IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320401,2014-11-18T23:29:00,New Abrahammia,"The U-boats are ordered to sink the ship before it can reach land or gets away. Meanwhile, 250 ME 262's, 20,000 Volksturm,10,000 Waffen SS, and 5,000 Großdeutschland troops are sent to southern France. A couple thousand Großdeutschland troops are equipped with panzershrecks."
113,Against the Odds Europe IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320401,2014-11-19T15:17:00,Mifan,"<span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><div align=""center"">Finnish Center Lines<br/>Private Kharkov, 2 Battalion, 3rd Company, 3rd Platoon</div></span><br/><br/>The snow continued to fall as Soviet soldiers waited for the order to charge at the Finnish position. For the last few hours, all he heard was the artillery fire at the Finnish Lines. He was only 19, and his birthday had just past. This was his first major action against the Finnish soldiers and his Battalion had the honor of leading the charge. The commander was talking over the radio and all he hoped to do was survive the battle.<br/><br/>""Ok comrades. We have our orders. We are to push forward and take this town. High Command has stated, no matter what, we take this area, even if most of us die. Comrades! We are about to change history! For the Motherland!"" The men cheered and soon the whistle was blown, signaling that the attack has commenced<br/><br/>Kharkov and his platoon charged towards the enemy positions, when Finnish machine guns began to open up on the charging Russians. The man in front of Kharkov fell, as well as the two next to him. They continued their push towards the town, even as the casualties continued to rise. Kharkov went prone and began to aim his rifle at the Finnish soldiers. He fired and the rifle bucked against his shoulder, but he saw the enemy soldier fall. He looked to his right and saw a squad of soldiers destroy a few machine gun nests. ""Kharkov! Get up! We need to push forward!"" He looked up and saw one of the sergeants yelling at him. He stood and followed the other soldiers to the town.<br/><br/>When they got there, Finnish resistance was fierce. He saw a squad of soldiers dive into a ditch, only to see them blown to pieces by a hidden mine. He aimed down his sights and shot another Finnish soldier down, before moving forward with another squad. The sergeant in command of his squad was killed by a enemy sniper. Kharkov and the rest of his platoon took cover in a abandoned home. Most of the high ranking officers in command of his unit were killed, leaving him in command of the last 80 soldiers of 3rd Platoon. He ordered the men to follow him as they looked for a way to kill the sniper. Taking only 6 soldiers, they flanked around a church, where the sniper was hiding, and charged into the building. They moved up the tower and killed the sniper before he continued to pose a threat. His platoon moved into the church to rest and set up defenses as the fighting for the town ended, with the Finnish Force retreating. Even though it was a small skirmish, Kharkov knew it was only the start.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Across the Finnish Front</span><br/><br/>All across the Finnish Front Soviet soldiers attacked Finnish defenses. Using their larger numbers the Soviet Army made small gains as only a few towns were taken from the Finnish. Due to their defenses, the Fins were able to hold off many attacks by the Russians, although the Soviet soldiers continued to charge at the enemy soldiers. Casualties were increasing quickly as the Soviets would need to change tactics if they wanted to win, but Ivan wanted to continue on his plan of breaking through the Finnish lines right at the center."
114,Against the Odds Europe IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320401,2014-11-19T16:40:00,Kisinger,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Swedish-Norwegian Border</span><br/>Swedish tanks began rolling across the frontier as well as infantry. The British were being thrown back as mountain troops cross over attacking the ever vulnerable rear of the British Army. Along the whole border attacks are made throwing back the British."
115,Against the Odds Europe IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320401,2014-11-19T19:30:00,Lingria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kisinger <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320401&amp;p=22496285#p22496285"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Swedish-Norwegian Border</span> <br/>Swedish tanks began rolling across the frontier as well as infantry. The British were being thrown back as mountain troops cross over attacking the ever vulnerable rear of the British Army. Along the whole border attacks are made throwing back the British.</div></blockquote><br/>The U.S. had declared war on Sweden<br/>Harry S. Truman made a speech regarding the declaration of war<br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://ic.pics.livejournal.com/kensmind/1278588/140026/140026_original.jpg""/><br/>""The Sweds have chosen a dark path indeed for once fascist your always fascist today the Amerians will boot the Sweds from British Norway"" The US congress has voted Yes to declaration of war against Sweden"
116,Against the Odds Europe IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320401,2014-11-19T20:56:00,New Abrahammia,"The German reinforcements have arrived in Vichy France. Operation Infinite Führer is a go. V-1's are fired upon any obvious defenses in southern Moulins such as tanks and bunkers. 50,000 Wehrmacht troops, 75 tiger tanks, and 2,000 Großdeutschland troops arrive in Moulins minutes later to attempt a blitzkrieg. The 2,000 Großdeutschland troops are armed with panzershrecks. 550 Me262's are also sent to Moulins to fly around and attempt to defend German troops from Allied planes."
117,Against the Odds Europe IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320401,2014-11-19T21:19:00,Landenburg,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""CENTER""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN IN THE KINGDOM OF SWEDEN</span><br/><br/>The people of Finland and Sweden have always been extremely close. Our people have sought out berries and other creatures for food together. We began to cultivate together. We raided Europe with our long ships. We formed the powerful Kalmar Union. Even under the Swedish Empire, Finland was always loyal. We've grown close. Together, we can fight off the imperialist dogs in England and slay the Russian curs. We in Finland ask for a direct military alliance and Swedish aid against the Russian offensives on us. With your aid, we can turn back the tides of the Russians forever ensuring the safety of Scandinavia. Should you agree to this proposal, Finland will not interfere with your plans to liberate Norway from that of the British menace.<br/><br/>Yours truly,<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Eino Lappalainen and Leevi Hannula</span></div></blockquote><br/><hr/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""CENTER""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN IN THE GERMAN REICH</span><br/><br/>Finland has always been kind to the Germans. Germans have always been kind to Finland. As such, we must ask something of you, our dearest of friends. The Russians have been advancing their troops on our frontlines. While Finland has no doubt that she can hold her own against that of the Russian hordes, Finland must ask that Germany begin to take advantage of the troops that must continuously be supplied in Finland to combat us. Finland also must request that Germany send her weaponry that could be used to fight the Russians. We believe that with this bit of German aid, our victory is assured.<br/><br/>Yours truly,<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Eino Lappalainen and Leevi Hannula</span></div></blockquote><br/><hr/><br/><div align=""CENTER""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Tenho Korpela, General, Center of Finnish Front</span></div><br/><br/>Tenho looked up from his book, dirt falling from the ceiling.<span style=""font-style: italic"">The Russians are bombarding us again. Not very effective though. Our lines have held so far and reinforcements will be here soon. The line is ours.</span>he thought to himself, getting up from his bunk. The small room was barely filled with anything, only having a desk, metal chair, some maps, several books, and his bunk in the corner. After pacing for a bit, Tenho went to his door, opening it and exiting into the hallway. There were some officers briskly walking around, dishing out orders to their troops. He payed no concern to them. Continuing to walk down the hallway, he got to the back of the bunker after some walking. At the rear was another bunker, attached to his. In it was the man commanding the rear and the artillery. Tenho got over to him, pulling some maps from his pockets. After catching the man's attention, Tenho put the map down and began to point at spots on the map. ""I will need artillery focus in these spots, the Russians are massing for another charge. The guns do not need to be accurate, just fire as quickly as possible. It will be hard to miss that many men. Once these orders have been sent, also prepare your mortar teams. We will need them. Dispatch your snipers too. Finally, begin to dish out more panzerschrecks to the soldiers. I believe we may have enough but one must play it safe. Oh and one last thing, before I forget, we will need to set up some new lines at points where the Russians numbers were too many."" he said.<br/><br/><div align=""CENTER""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Juhana Peltola, General, Rear of Finnish Front</span></div><br/><br/>Juhana sat at his desk rather bored, until he saw a figure approach. It was General Tenho, a man known as a strategical genius. Getting to him, Tenho immediately began dishing out orders. ""I will need artillery focus in these spots, the Russians are massing for another charge. The guns do not need to be accurate, just fire as quickly as possible. It will be hard to miss that many men. Once these orders have been sent, also prepare your mortar teams. We will need them. Dispatch your snipers too. Finally, begin to dish out more panzerschrecks to the soldiers. I believe we may have enough but one must play it safe. Oh and one last thing, before I forget, we will need to set up some new lines at points where the Russians numbers were too many."" Tenho said, with Juhuna getting every tidbit of information from it. Once Tenho left, Juhana immediately sent out for the new artillery points to be aimed at. He made sure it was his own son delivering the message, trusting no one in the Finnish ranks. He knew they were good men but Russia had a knack for spies. After that was dispatched and his son was back, he had him deliver another order, this time to prepare the mortar and sniper squads. Juhuna then went and sent his aide to begin the shipment of panzerschrecks. The lines themselves would be repaired by the flanks and their commanders and so Juhana had no worries about that.<br/><br/><div align=""CENTER""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Heino Peltonen, Private First Class, Finnish Front</span></div><br/><br/>Heino and Kimi were now back at the Finnish side of the no mans land, sitting in the trenches. They were assigned to help defend these strip of land, to stop any Russian invaders from getting through. Direct orders from General Juhana. Many soldiers were milling about in the trenches, dreading the upcoming battle. Some knew that they wouldn't be coming home. They would all be hailed as heroes,<span style=""font-style: italic"">or so the Finnish government claims they are</span>, thought Heino. Looking out he could just see snow. There was just a lot of snow, not much brush. Perfect for a sniper sitting in a trench. Many Russians were going to die by Heino's hand. Down the line, a chant had been started.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Tulta munille! Tulta munille! Tulta munille! Tulta munille! Tulta munille! Tulta munille! </span>"
118,Against the Odds Europe IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320401,2014-11-19T21:34:00,Kisinger,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN IN FINLAND</span><br/>We accept these terms and will divert some forces to you..</blockquote><br/><br/>Two Divisons full strength had been sent to aid Finland against Russia.<br/><br/>WIP"
119,Against the Odds Europe IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320401,2014-11-19T21:45:00,New Abrahammia,"In response to the Finnish call for weaponry, Germany is sending 2,000 Sd.Kfz 251's and 1,000 Sd.Kfz 250's to Finland. In terms of weaponry for infantry, 50,000 MP40's are sent from Germany to Finland."
120,Against the Odds Europe IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320401&start=25,2014-11-19T22:00:00,Lingria,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320401&amp;p=22499006#p22499006"">wrote</a>:</cite>In response to the Finnish call for weaponry, Germany is sending 2,000 Sd.Kfz 251's and 1,000 Sd.Kfz 250's to Finland. In terms of weaponry for infantry, 50,000 MP40's are sent from Germany to Finland.</div></blockquote><br/>General Dwight D. Eisenhower has order bombing runs on Liege,Verdun,Cologne,Bonn,Düsseldorf and Amsterdam he has order that the B-29's attempt to only hit Industrial targets and prevent mass population casualties"
121,Against the Odds Europe IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320401&start=25,2014-11-19T22:29:00,New Abrahammia,"When the American B-29's are spotted in Aachan and Mönchengladbach, the nearest German fighters are flown to protect Cologne, Düsseldorf and Bonn because they are major cities and the American planes seem to be flying towards there."
122,Against the Odds Europe IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320401&start=25,2014-11-19T23:38:00,Lingria,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320401&amp;p=22498666#p22498666"">wrote</a>:</cite>The German reinforcements have arrived in Vichy France. Operation Infinite Führer is a go. V-1's are fired upon any obvious defenses in southern Moulins such as tanks and bunkers. 50,000 Wehrmacht troops, 75 tiger tanks, and 2,000 Großdeutschland troops arrive in Moulins minutes later to attempt a blitzkrieg. The 2,000 Großdeutschland troops are armed with panzershrecks. 550 Me262's are also sent to Moulins to fly around and attempt to defend German troops from Allied planes.</div></blockquote><br/>In responce to the German Advance the U.S. has sent out 100 Pershing Tanks and 4,500 Marines While the Germas were busy attacking Moulins America has started a new offensive code named 'Operation Goddess' It will involve 35,000 and 375 Pershing Tanks"
123,Against the Odds Europe IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320401&start=25,2014-11-19T23:50:00,New Abrahammia,And so began the Battle of Moulins. The German offensive was clearly superior as it consisted of more troops and better tanks. The German goal in the battle was to neutralize any allied threat in the city and capture Moulins.
124,Against the Odds Europe IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320401&start=25,2014-11-20T00:21:00,Lingria,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320401&amp;p=22499644#p22499644"">wrote</a>:</cite>And so began the Battle of Moulins. The German offensive was clearly superior as it consisted of more troops and better tanks. The German goal in the battle was to neutralize any allied threat in the city and capture Moulins.</div></blockquote><br/>The United States has deployed the Jet-Fighter F-80 to counter the German ME-262 this Jet is to be seen over the sky's of Moulins.The T-28 Super-Heavy tank is to be seen on the battlefield as well,"
125,Against the Odds Europe IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320401&start=25,2014-11-20T13:57:00,New Abrahammia,"The counter strategy is to have any infantry with panzershrecks and tiger tanks to target the enemy tanks, while those with little to no AT capability eliminate allied ground troops. A squadron of 100 162's are sent to the battle, which will arrive in a few hours. The German pilots already at the scene maintain current strategy."
126,Against the Odds Europe IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320401&start=25,2014-11-22T18:13:00,Kisinger,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Norway</span></span><br/>Swedish troops now threatened Oslo, with new tanks and the use of white phosphorus shells have lowered British morale. Trondheim, a city vital to the iron ore trade, was cut off and under siege as much of Northern Norway had been overrun. Air superiority was with the allies but with American involvement focused in France the Swedes were slowly winning. Despite all the advances Sweden wasn't satisfied... It wanted more and more. And it would get it. Now Sweden has unleashed a weapon now rarely seen due to allied ASW. 20 Swedish U-Boats left port and have begun a blockade of Norway. Bombers fly night raids over Trondheim damaging their supplies and vital ships."
127,Against the Odds Europe IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320401&start=25,2014-11-22T21:16:00,Lingria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kisinger <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320401&amp;p=22530493#p22530493"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Norway</span></span><br/>Swedish troops now threatened Oslo, with new tanks and the use of white phosphorus shells have lowered British morale. Trondheim, a city vital to the iron ore trade, was cut off and under siege as much of Northern Norway had been overrun. Air superiority was with the allies but with American involvement focused in France the Swedes were slowly winning. Despite all the advances Sweden wasn't satisfied... It wanted more and more. And it would get it. Now Sweden has unleashed a weapon now rarely seen due to allied ASW. 20 Swedish U-Boats left port and have begun a blockade of Norway. Bombers fly night raids over Trondheim damaging their supplies and vital ships.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-size: 125%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">UN Head Quarters,New York City</span></span><br/>The ambassador of China spoke first ""我确实认为瑞典已经打破了谴责那些使用化学武器条约中国共和国认为白色磷的确是一种化学物质"" the ambassador of England politely said ""In English please?""<br/>The Chinese ambassador with a frown on his face restated it in English ""I do indeed think that Sweden has broken the treaty that condemns those who use Chemical Weapons and the Chinese Republic thinks that White Phosphorous is indeed a Chemical"" the American ambassador spoke up<br/>""I do agree with China I say we condemn the Swedes"" the ambassadors from England,China,Soviet Union and France all nodded in agreement the head of the UN said ""Then its final we the UN shall condemn Sweden for Warcrimes"" just then the German Ambassador spoke up ""Ich denke, dass Schweden keine Sache Unrecht getan und diese Gebühren unmenschlich sind"" ""SHUT YOUR DAMN FACE YOU JERRY!"" yelled the English Ambassador ""Calm down every one those who agree that Sweden should be condemned raise your hand"" 23 ambassadors raised their hand ""Ok those who think that Sweden shouldn't be condemned raise your hand"" 14 of the Ambassadors raised their hands ""Ok its final Sweden get condemned for Warcrimes and inhuman acts of war"" with that the ambassadors stood up and left"
128,Against the Odds Europe IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320401&start=25,2014-11-22T21:51:00,New Abrahammia,"After hearing of the condemning of Sweden from his advisors, Folda Reltih slams his hand his desk and screams ""Nein, nein, nein, nein nein nein!"" The advisors nod their heads in agreement. Folda Teltih then states in perfect English, ""It matters not. Once the master plan is complete, the pathetic UN will be dissolved. It will be a new era. A German era. No more condemning Sweden after that.""<br/>One of his advisors raises his hand and says ""I have a different idea.""<br/>Folda Teltih responds, ""Interesting. Guards! Take him to the shark tank!""<br/>""What? I mean, I agree with whatever you say! Forgive me!"" The advisor screams as he's dragged to the shark tank.<br/>""Now, does anyone else have any differing ideas?"" There is a brief silence. ""Excellent. Meeting adjourned."""
129,Against the Odds Europe IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320401&start=25,2014-11-24T10:48:00,Lingria,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 115%; line-height: 116%;"">Captain Thomas Jeffery US Army,Oslo,Norway</span></span><br/>""GET THESE IDIOTS IN TIP TOP SHAPE!"" Thomas yelled ""YES SIR"" screamed the Privates<br/>It had only been the first week in Norway but it had been devastating to the soldiers moral<br/>John was missing an eye from the last battle, Tom got sent home for losing a leg, and Thomas had lost a left finger but that didn't stop him because he knew that every time he pulled the trigger one of those damned<span style=""font-style: italic"">Jerries</span>got a bullet to the fucking chest and every time he reloaded his men would cover him so he had hope for these men of the Seventh Liberation Army<br/>They had met up with the British 9th and 4th Armies yesterday and Air Support had arrived the week before he had arrived they were to get Armored support in the following days so he didn't worry ""LETS MOVE OUT YOU DAMN MAGGOTS!!"" He yelled at the Privates ""YES SIR CAPTAIN SIR""<br/>The Privates screamed in response so they started marching they were to enter the city of Oslo tomorrow and they would soon see the largest battle of their Squads career"
130,Against the Odds Europe IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320401&start=25,2014-11-24T13:50:00,New Abrahammia,"As the American ships were on route to Oslo, they were spotted by an AR 234 near Larvik. A warning of the invasion reached Oslo, giving the nazis only a few hours to react. An impromptu defense is made at the coast of Oslo, consisting of several machine gun nests and a small amount of bouncing Betty land mines. Because tanks were not nearby, half tracks brought in flak 38's and pak 40's, along with Wehrmacht and Volksturm soldiers."
131,Against the Odds Europe IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320401&start=25,2014-11-26T11:17:00,Protector Galactics,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320401&amp;p=22552559#p22552559"">wrote</a>:</cite>As the American ships were on route to Oslo, they were spotted by an AR 234 near Larvik. A warning of the invasion reached Oslo, giving the nazis only a few hours to react. An impromptu defense is made at the coast of Oslo, consisting of several machine gun nests and a small amount of bouncing Betty land mines. Because tanks were not nearby, half tracks brought in flak 38's and pak 40's, along with Wehrmacht and Volksturm soldiers.</div></blockquote><br/>To: U.S.A<br/>From: Britain<br/>I would like to support you in your defense in Oslo. We will send troops to support your men in Norway. We plan to take Scandinavia from the Nazi's. We would put however much troops you want there."
132,Against the Odds Europe IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320401&start=25,2014-11-26T14:22:00,New Abrahammia,"On the beaches of Oslo, high amounts of causalities are reported on both sides. Although the German offensive was strong, they could not stop the allied invasion there. The impromptu defense at the beach would surely fall, although the men there are not told so. As the troops stationed at the beach attempt to hold the allies off as long as possible, Opel blitz's full of soldiers and supplies are sent to the center of Oslo to set up a defense for when the allies make it through the beaches. Flak 38's are also sent to Oslo to protect it from air raids. Pak 38's are sent to Oslo instead of pak 40's, as they are lighter and sent more quickly. Most of Germany's tanks are stationed on the other side of German territory, making them not an available resource."
133,Against the Odds Europe IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320401&start=25,2014-11-26T20:16:00,Protector Galactics,Rams gate and Dover: British troops are being mobilized in 2 ports in Britain they were all getting ready to go on a journey to strike German Occupied Norway. Landing ship were being ready. They were fitted with machine gun nest on their bows for protection during the landings. Meanwhile Spitfires took off heading to Norway to go face to face with the German Luftwaffe By now the spitfires Rolls Royce engines were replaced with Griffon engines. Causing it to be faster than the old ones. Lancaster III bombers also took off from Britain heading to Norway to bomb German bases and ports They were also escorted with another flock of spitfires. The British army were now preparing to launch a new attack.
134,Against the Odds Europe IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320401&start=25,2014-11-27T08:02:00,New Abrahammia,"Oslo is taking heavy damage from American land units as well as from English air support. Flak 38's are engaging the Royal Air Force, but severe damage is still made on the city. FW 190's are sent to Oslo to help engage English airplanes. More units are being trucked in to Oslo.<br/><br/>On the German bright side, the new Bismarck is complete. The Bismarck will soon be escorting landing ships to Lowestoft through the North Sea, once they are readied. The Englishmen back home will then know the wrath of the Führer."
135,Against the Odds Europe IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320401&start=25,2014-11-27T22:38:00,Protector Galactics,"Pilots of the Royal air force were about to face the harshest air raid of the whole entire war. A 2 day event to bomb and flatten German occupied Oslo. Each bomber will make 3 sorties of air raids. Meanwhile 200,000 British troops were already boarding landing ships. A week ago, the Royal Navy brought in its best fleet to protect the landing ships. The bombing raids were to loosen German resistance. Soon the troops were on their way."
136,Against the Odds Europe IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320401&start=25,2014-11-27T23:01:00,New Abrahammia,"The battle of Oslo was brutal. The allied bombers and spitfires were being shot by the German flak 38's, but they were soon overrun. The Germans made a new plan:<br/>Step 1. Deploy U boats through Klitmøller and Kristiansand to prevent more landing ships from coming to Norway.<br/>Step 2. Send out squadrons of Focke-Wulf Fw 190's to Oslo to make an attempt to get air superiority.<br/>Step 3. Send 50 AR 234's to England to bomb their airbases.<br/><br/>In fear of still losing the battle, Germany pleads for Sweden to aid Germany in this battle, as German bodies are piling up rather quickly."
137,Against the Odds Europe IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320401&start=25,2014-11-27T23:23:00,New Abrahammia,"In an effort to get San Marino on the axis side, the San Marino government is being shipped 100 pounds of gold as a gift. San Marino is asked for support in the war for this generous gift. Tanks and aircrafts and such would be greatly appreciated."
138,Against the Odds Europe IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320401&start=25,2014-11-27T23:26:00,Protector Galactics,"The British troops faced major resistance. By now, the city of Oslo was mostly destroyed. During the trip across the Northern Sea, 24 of 150 British ships were destroyed by the German U-boat's. Most of the U-boats were destroyed by depth charges. Other's retreated back to their ports. Troop's in Oslo made a foot hold of the city preventing it from falling back to the Germans. Meanwhile another 400,000 troops from British colonies are being mobilized to the ports to reinforce the troops in Oslo. Most of the Royal Navy ships were doing practices to destroy German U-boats. Transport aircraft from Britain took off heading to Oslo to drop resources and more troops with more escort of spitfires. Now the British De Havilland Mosquitos were part of the Escort too. They were famous by their firepower. The British ensured the Mosquito can destroy the LuftWaffe."
139,Against the Odds Europe IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320401&start=25,2014-11-27T23:43:00,New Abrahammia,"The idea to send the Bismarck to escort carrier ships has been scrapped. The new plan was to send out the Bismarck along with some other battleships and light cruisers to stop the carrier ships from reaching Norway, along with British Royal Air Force planes. Many more U-boats are also sent to help the German naval effort."
140,Against the Odds Europe IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320401&start=25,2014-11-27T23:49:00,Sebastianbourg,"Government Palace, San Marino<br/><hr/><br/>A message came in from the German Government along with crates holding 1,000 pounds of gold. Both Captain-Regents decided it was in San Marino's long-term interests to reject the 1,000 pounds of gold since it was only a bribe in order to get them into the war on the side of the Axis. Therefore, the youngest of the Captain-Regents wrote a letter to the German Government in Berlin in which the gifts were rejected and sent it with one of the German officer who brought them the German gold.<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Government of the German Reich<br/>From: Government of the Most Serene Republic of San Marino<br/><br/>Dear sirs, we are forced to reject the gifts you have given us since we value or neutrality and relative harmony over any amount of gold. Of course, we would be delighted if you gave our government the gold in payment for the damage caused by the occupation and later battle. Until a response is received the gold shall be stored safely and will not be spent or exchanged for currency.</blockquote>"
141,Against the Odds Europe IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320401&start=25,2014-11-28T00:03:00,New Abrahammia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Sebastianbourg <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320401&amp;p=22599348#p22599348"">wrote</a>:</cite>Government Palace, San Marino<br/><hr/><br/>A message came in from the German Government along with crates holding 1,000 pounds of gold. Both Captain-Regents decided it was in San Marino's long-term interests to reject the 1,000 pounds of gold since it was only a bribe in order to get them into the war on the side of the Axis. Therefore, the youngest of the Captain-Regents wrote a letter to the German Government in Berlin in which the gifts were rejected and sent it with one of the German officer who brought them the German gold.<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Government of the German Reich<br/>From: Government of the Most Serene Republic of San Marino<br/><br/>Dear sirs, we are forced to reject the gifts you have given us since we value or neutrality and relative harmony over any amount of gold. Of course, we would be delighted if you gave our government the gold in payment for the damage caused by the occupation and later battle. Until a response is received the gold shall be stored safely and will not be spent or exchanged for currency.</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/>Upon reading this letter, Floda Reltih slams his hand on a table and screams ""Nein nein nein nein nein nein!"" Thus breaking the desk in half. He then states ""I need a new desk. A better one. I also demand that somebody write a letter back to San Marino, demanding they return every ounce of German gold back to us, as they will not use it. DO IT! DO IT NOW!"" A letter is sent back to San Marino.<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>From: Government of the German Reich<br/>To: Government of the Most Serene Republic of San Marino<br/><br/>We regret to hear that you refuse to accept our generous offer. We hereby ask you to return the gifts to Germany as they are currently dead to the economy, sitting in your box. Do this, and we will forget this happened and let you live in peace.</div></blockquote>"
142,Against the Odds Europe IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320401&start=25,2014-11-28T00:23:00,Protector Galactics,"By the end of the day. The British regains control of Oslo. Now they plan to seperate an move north of Norway while another group invades Denmark and Germany with Sealandings. 379,000 troops land in Norway. The other troops were destroyed by the German Uboats. Now the Royal Air Force focused their bombings in Germany. The Royal Army and the Royal Marines focus on the invading Swedes. Artillery starts to fires at one of their near by camps. The British charge with Fury. Slowly, they start to take control of Scandinavia. A letter was soon sent to Russia.<br/><br/>To: Russia<br/>From: Britain<br/>Encryption: Extremly high<br/>We need you to put a bigger focus on Finland. I don't want them to support Sweden. This will ensure us winning the war.<br/>Winston Churchill"
143,Against the Odds Europe IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320401&start=25,2014-11-28T00:35:00,Sebastianbourg,"Government Palace, San Marino<br/><hr/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">From: Government of the German Reich<br/>To: Government of the Most Serene Republic of San Marino<br/><br/>We regret to hear that you refuse to accept our generous offer. We hereby ask you to return the gifts to Germany as they are currently dead to the economy, sitting in your box. Do this, and we will forget this happened and let you live in peace.</blockquote><br/>A letter came in from the Government of the German Reich saying asking the government of the Most Serene Republic of San Marino to return all the gold. The eldest of the Captain-Regents instantly saw an opportunity to make the Germans pay for the cost of the occupation and rapidly sent a telegram to the German Government in Berlin.<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Government of the German Reich<br/>From: Most Serene Republic of San Marino<br/><br/>Sirs, we will happily oblige to return the gold that is rightfully yours. However, you must also understand your country invaded, occupied and later fought in our country bringing about destruction and death; we will only return the money if you sign a treaty in which your a legally-bound to make us a payment that compensates our country in some way for your country's actions.</blockquote>"
144,Against the Odds Europe IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320401&start=25,2014-11-28T05:56:00,New Abrahammia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Sebastianbourg <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320401&amp;p=22599578#p22599578"">wrote</a>:</cite>Government Palace, San Marino<br/><hr/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">From: Government of the German Reich<br/>To: Government of the Most Serene Republic of San Marino<br/><br/>We regret to hear that you refuse to accept our generous offer. We hereby ask you to return the gifts to Germany as they are currently dead to the economy, sitting in your box. Do this, and we will forget this happened and let you live in peace.</blockquote><br/>A letter came in from the Government of the German Reich saying asking the government of the Most Serene Republic of San Marino to return all the gold. The eldest of the Captain-Regents instantly saw an opportunity to make the Germans pay for the cost of the occupation and rapidly sent a telegram to the German Government in Berlin.<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Government of the German Reich<br/>From: Most Serene Republic of San Marino<br/><br/>Sirs, we will happily oblige to return the gold that is rightfully yours. However, you must also understand your country invaded, occupied and later fought in our country bringing about destruction and death; we will only return the money if you sign a treaty in which your a legally-bound to make us a payment that compensates our country in some way for your country's actions.</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/>Once the Führer saw this telegram, he thought about what he was to do. After a few moments of thinking, Floda ordered for a response telegram to be made and sent.<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>From: Government of the German Reich<br/>To: Government of the Most Serene Republic of San Marino<br/><br/>We will gladly compensate your government for damages in the war, but we currently in no state to do so. Once the war is won for the German reich, we will immediately send you money for repairs. But for now, please return the gold.</div></blockquote>"
145,Against the Odds Europe IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320401&start=50,2014-11-28T10:12:00,Protector Galactics,"By the next few weeks, the British army consumed a first quarter of Norway. More and more troops poured into England preparing for the German landings. Meanwhile the navy set up a grand fleet of 230 warships. They soon outnumbered the German navy. The HMS Prince of Whales was the lead ship of the grand fleet. Or what the British called ""the Death Fleet"" the fleet set their course to find the brand new German Bismarck. Meanwhile in France, the British army stormed the city of Colonge. More and more troops with Thompson submachineguns over ran the Germans while artillery fired and medium bombers turned the city into ashes."
146,Against the Odds Europe IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320401&start=50,2014-11-28T10:41:00,New Abrahammia,"The Germans make a call for assistance to Sweden. The following message is sent:<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>From: Government of the German Reich<br/>To: Government of Sweden<br/><br/>As you may have heard, the German reich is under constant attack in Norway. New intelligence has proven that they will soon occupy Sweden. For the safety of our people, please said military assistance to Norway immediately.</div></blockquote>"
147,Against the Odds Europe IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320401&start=50,2014-11-28T10:55:00,Mifan,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Finland</span><br/><br/>Thousands upon thousands of Soviet soldiers continued to charge at the Finnish lines. Using their tanks as cover, the Soviets were determined to break the hold of Finland, even if it resulted in thousands of casualties. So far, there were 500,000 Soviets on the Finnish Front, but that was planned to increase to around 700,000 over the next few weeks.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ukraine, German Front</span><br/><br/>Zhukov looked at the map of the Russian Lines. He had more than 3,000,000 Soviets under his command and had some of the best soldiers. The Shock Armies proven themselves in Stalingrad. Now he had them all placed under his command and placed them in the rear. They are the best soldiers he have and he wasn't willing to lose them. Unlike Ivan, who would made his soldiers charge aimlessly at the enemy, Zhukov wanted to use the German tactics of pincer movements in order to surround and eliminate large amounts of their forces."
148,Against the Odds Europe IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320401&start=50,2014-11-28T11:22:00,Protector Galactics,"The Conquest of Norway was nearly complete more troops heads North where less German resistance are holding the rest of the country. Meanwhile The British forces bordering Sweden storms into a nearby province. 300,000 troops captured nearby villages with heavy resistance. The forces moves in with tanks and infantry. 2 waves of bombers each with 200 bombers headed to Stockholm bombing the governmental palace killing a few government officials. The 2nd wave bombed factories destroying Swedish production."
149,Against the Odds Europe IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320401&start=50,2014-11-28T12:56:00,New Abrahammia,"One mother of a blitzkrieg is planned to retake Norway. This blitz, titled Operation Hindenburg, will be soon. Counting on the AR 234's to weaken the British Air Force by bombing air bases, the plan will begin with a large squadron of ME-262's and an even larger number of Focke-Wulf Fw 190's to gain at least air parity. A wave of panzer IV's and Jagdpanzer IV's were sent just north of Gothenburg. A monstrous number of infantry were sent there, consisting of half a million units. As the units were being sent, an air raid on this location is highly anticipated. German and Swedish AA guns await the allied Air Forces as the men gather."
150,Against the Odds Europe IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320401&start=50,2014-11-28T17:35:00,Protector Galactics,To: USA<br/>From: Britain<br/>We need your help every air battle is making our air force weaker. We are here to ask you for your support on defending Norway. We also wish to buy your new jet fighters or the P-80 jet fighters. These fighter will make a great increase in the Royal air force. This will be greatly appriciated.<br/>Winston Churchill
151,Against the Odds Europe IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320401&start=50,2014-11-28T21:14:00,Protector Galactics,Now Britain nearly has full control of Norway. The British ran into the Russian forces allowing them and Russia to fight side by side to over Run Finland and Sweden. Meanwhile the British troops in Sweden are moving as fast as they can. The forces are consuming a mile every 40 minutes. The British were prepared for the winter. More and more troops headed into Sweden. General Douglas of the 8th Royal Brigade shook hands with the Soviet Soldiers as they passed.<br/><br/>Meanwhile in France the Royal army captured a few documents and rocket scientist the Germans were using to make V2 missiles. They sent them back to Britain as fast as they can. Now the British were at the German border.but they only moved an inch into the border as they waited for reinforcements to arrive.
152,Against the Odds Europe IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320401&start=50,2014-11-28T21:36:00,New Abrahammia,"The German reinforcements in Sweden were ready. They stormed Southern Norway, firing at British troops. The German aircrafts engaged that of the British, making air parity. England no longer controlled the skies over Norway, but neither did the Germans. The German land units were swiftly moving to Halden, fighting some smaller battles on the way."
153,Against the Odds Europe IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320401&start=50,2014-11-29T00:25:00,Protector Galactics,Deleted
154,Against the Odds Europe IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320401&start=50,2014-11-29T09:52:00,Protector Galactics,"<blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320401&amp;p=22611812#p22611812"">wrote</a>:</cite>British troops were prepared with underground bunkers And trenches. The British Spitfires were more maneuverable than the FW190s and ME262. The British were still superior by maneuverability. The German Air Force showed great attacks but the British still proved Superior. The navy pounded the beaches of Netherlands. The British troops had their thompsons ready as 500,000 troops poured into the beaches of The ""Nethers"" The Germans were not prepared and shocked for a such attack on Nether soil most of the unprepared troops ran away to safty. The British counter strike showed the British Empire as one of the key players of the war.</div></blockquote>"
155,Against the Odds Europe IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320401&start=50,2014-11-29T14:11:00,New Abrahammia,"The new Bismarck along with other German battleships that were stationed in the North Sea intercepted the British ships on route to the Netherlands. The German ships sunk many of the British personnel carriers, using torpedoes and naval guns. U boats from the Netherlands moved to eliminate any ships that get away from the Bismarck's wrath."
156,Against the Odds Europe IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320401&start=50,2014-11-29T15:15:00,Protector Galactics,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320401&amp;p=22618265#p22618265"">wrote</a>:</cite>The new Bismarck along with other German battleships that were stationed in the North Sea intercepted the British ships on route to the Netherlands. The German ships sunk many of the British personnel carriers, using torpedoes and naval guns. U boats from the Netherlands moved to eliminate any ships that get away from the Bismarck's wrath.</div></blockquote><br/>The Death fleet that was stationed in Dover quickly reacted by going full speed heading to protect the personal carriers. But when they got their the already lost 340,000 soldiers. 3 British battleships from the Death Fleet found the Bismark. They all fired every single weapon they had on their ships with every single shell aiming for her ammunition deck causing a huge explosion on the Bismark The Captain of the Battleship fleet ordered to sink her straight down the English Channel. More and more shells hit the Bismark but when her reinforcements arrived. It was to late. 2 Of the 3 Battleships sunk from destroying the Bismark while the 3rd one was heavily damaged. It soon abandon ship when fires inside her hull sparked the ammunition. The British were now left 7 battleships with Cruisers and Destroyers. They still out numbered the German fleet causing them to send in more reinforcements into the channel. The U boat threat was eliminated with most of the Uboats gone. At the end of the Day the British won with only 64 of the Death fleet ships remaining. The Carcus of the New Bismark was soon given a final blow sending it into the deep. The Landings were soon canceled While The British in France soon moved up to take Netherlands sucessfully and capture all of The German Ports. The British made sure the news of German fleet defeat with 70 million reichmarks wasted to the bottom of the English Channel reached the Fuhrer."
157,Against the Odds Europe IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320401&start=50,2014-11-29T16:14:00,New Abrahammia,"After hearing of the new Bismarck's fate, the Führer decided to make another one, considering its success. He also ordered for more ME 262's and AR 234's to be built. Another large attack is planned. 100,000 Wehrmacht troops along with 100's of Panther tanks and Me 262's were sent to Novafeltria, Italy, to prepare for an unexpected genius attack to occur."
158,Against the Odds Europe IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320401&start=50,2014-11-29T16:20:00,Mifan,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ukraine</span><br/><br/>Soviet Forces engaged with massive numbers of German Soldiers throughout Ukraine. In an attempt to break their hold of Russian land, Zhukov began to order massive bombings of German defensive positions throughout the Ukrainian front, before ordering the Armies under his command to pincer the German Forces. 3,000,000 Soviet soldiers along with 10,000 T-34s prepared to attack German positions."
159,Against the Odds Europe IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320401&start=50,2014-11-29T17:12:00,Protector Galactics,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320401&amp;p=22619718#p22619718"">wrote</a>:</cite>After hearing of the new Bismarck's fate, the Führer decided to make another one, considering its success. He also ordered for more ME 262's and AR 234's to be built. Another large attack is planned. 100,000 Wehrmacht troops along with 100's of Panther tanks and Me 262's were sent to Novafeltria, Italy, to prepare for an unexpected genius attack to occur.</div></blockquote><br/>As the near defeat affected the Royal Navy in a massive way. They made a new objective to destroy the German Navy Completely. They will hunt down the last Uboats in the Atlantic to Finish Germany for good. The Death Fleet was regaining more ships to destroy German Ports. The British army Soon captured 2 essential Ports the Germans needed. The British also launched Air attacks at any of the left over Ports in The North Sea. Back in Norway the British Army has sucessfully taken Norway until the more German Resistance came in The troops were strong during the German Blitz The Navy even sent a blockade of Norway and Den mark Preventing the Germans from entering More Lancaster3 bombers were being produce for a massive air raid on Berlin. It was called Operation Longshot. They are expunged to Destroy the German Morality and end the war for good."
160,Against the Odds Europe IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320401&start=50,2014-11-29T17:24:00,New Abrahammia,"When the German commanders heard the Russians had millions of soldiers, profanities were stated in angry, surprised tones. This one Russian offensive contained half of the number of the people as the entire German army. Many Russian planes are downed with AAA, but the ludicrousness in the number of planes allowed the Russians to still somewhat successful. Conversations in nearby bases went like so:<br/>How many tanks are the Russians sending?""<br/>""It's over nine thousand!""<br/>""What? Nine thousand? There's no way that can be right!""<br/>V-1's and V-2's are fired at the Russian forces, but no further reinforcements charge at the monstrous horde. The German forces in Eastern Ukraine are evacuated immediately, followed by All of the bridges along the Dnieper river blowing up before the Russians cross. Kaniv, Kiev, Vyshhorod, and Cherkasy are equipped with 8.8 cm Flak guns on the eastern side to protect against more ridiculous military charges."
161,Against the Odds Europe IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320401&start=50,2014-11-29T17:42:00,Mifan,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ukraine</span><br/><br/>In Zhukov's HQ, commanders were giving commands to their men all along the front. While he commanded each lower ranked general, he, himself, commands all 6 of the Shock Armies, near 600,000 men in total. He kept his armies in reserve, until they are needed. When news of the German Army was being pulled back, cheers were heard throughout the HQ. The V1 and V2 rockets that the Germans had, were becoming much more annoying. The real problem was that all the bridges were destroyed. Engineers were ordered to make new ones so the Army may advance.<br/><br/>While the engineers made bridges, Soviet bombers would bombard the cities of Kaniv, Kiev, Vyshhorod, and Cherkasy, in order to weaken any defenses the Germans have placed."
162,Against the Odds Europe IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320401&start=50,2014-11-29T17:53:00,New Abrahammia,"The Russian bombers were highly anticipated and destroyed by the 8.8 cm Flak guns. The Russian engineers were the real problem. German snipers were ordered to shoot them dead before they could do anything major. Because Russian engineers were building bridges, the German engineers laid minefields on the other side. Mainly bouncing Betty land mines were lain, but anti tanks mines were also included in the mix. The Russian bombers actually weren't too much of a problem, because of the flak guns.<br/><br/>On another side of the reich, German navy was in high demand. More of anything that floats was in need. Major cities were equipped with AAA, and newly built VTOL's defended them from air raids."
163,Against the Odds Europe IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320401&start=50,2014-11-29T18:05:00,Mifan,"While the German AA guns were a problem, the Russians had large numbers of bombers to use. They were to continue to do bombing runs. Fighter-bombers were also ordered to fire on the cities, as they were less likely to be hit by AA. The engineers took casualties, but due to their large numbers, the bridges were able to be built in only a few days. The Russian Army began to move across the river and into German held territory."
164,Against the Odds Europe IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320401&start=50,2014-11-29T18:28:00,New Abrahammia,"Once the Russians were almost finished building the bridges, the Germans had to re-destroy them. Heinkel He 274's were sent to make bombing runs along the bridges to delay them as much as possible. Many Russian engineers were killed, but large amounts of engineers were expected to be standing by. AR 234's are sent to make carpet bombings along where Russian soldiers were stationed on the other side of the river."
165,Against the Odds Europe IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320401&start=50,2014-11-29T18:39:00,Mifan,"As soon as the bombing runs began, Zhukov ordered for the Yak-9s to be deployed and shoot down any plane that wasn't Russian. While some of the bridges were destroyed by the time they got there, the fighters were able to eliminate other bomber squadrons that were sent to destroy the bridges, and began to provide air cover for the Russian ground forces in order to defend them from enemy bombers."
166,Against the Odds Europe IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320401&start=50,2014-11-29T19:12:00,New Abrahammia,"More AAA is sent into the major cities. Because the failure of the bombing runs became apparent, Nebelwerfers soon arrived at the scene to replace them. These became the main anti-Russian-productivity device. Minefields around the area were becoming large, so that if the Russians do make it across, it would hold them back for a few. Bouncing Betty's would do a number on the soldiers, where as AT mines would eliminate those pesky tanks. Trenches and bunkers were set up in the major cities to engage the future Russian advances."
167,Against the Odds Europe IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320401&start=50,2014-11-29T23:28:00,Protector Galactics,"The British and the allies nearly have control of France. Most German ports in France were captured. 1 U-boat was also captured. The British soon sent the U-boat back to Britain to be copied and make them better than the German ones. The British soon had a large Number of Lancaster bombers to destroy the German ground forces heading into Norway. 6 Waves of Bombing Runs were ordered in the German occupied Denmark and German offensives in Norway. The British soon fired their cruisers and destroyers at Denmark. While troops transferred from Norway to Denmark. Liberating the nearest villages to the Beaches. Soon Sweden was in a Chock hold as the Russians came from the East and the British came From the West. Meanwhile in Italy, the British moved up attempting to retake the German held bases. Most troops were veterans from the war in Africa. This gave the British army and advantage.But the Germans did out number them in great numbers The British were ready for a fight but not an easy one. Soon the British captured area's in the middle east causing them to control Germany's oil. The British soon named the oil district As Empire's village. The British soon separated the city into Sectors for their allies. They gave the Northern sector to the Russians. And the West Sector to the Americans and the East Sector to the Vichy French. The British soon claimed the South Sector."
168,Against the Odds Europe IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320401&start=50,2014-11-29T23:40:00,Protector Galactics,To: Russia<br/>From Britain<br/>Encryption: High<br/>We are very pleased at your movements in Ukraine. Is their any way we can send help?<br/>Prime Minister Winston Churchill
169,Against the Odds Europe IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320401&start=50,2014-11-29T23:46:00,New Abrahammia,"The hundreds of Japanese zeros with Japanese pilots (read the Asian ic) arrived in Europe to intercept the bombers sent to Denmark and Germany. German cruisers (yes, there's still some German boats left) battled the British destroyers and battleships, and were assisted by torpedo bombers during the attacks. Some V-2's were fired upon the British ships as further assistance.<br/><br/>In order to retake the oil industries in the Middle East, a squadron of a half million German infantry supported by tiger tanks and panzer IV's move into those areas. Dornier Do 335's support them from the skies."
170,Against the Odds Europe IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320401&start=75,2014-11-30T09:14:00,Protector Galactics,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320401&amp;p=22625115#p22625115"">wrote</a>:</cite>The hundreds of Japanese zeros with Japanese pilots (read the Asian ic) arrived in Europe to intercept the bombers sent to Denmark and Germany. German cruisers (yes, there's still some German boats left) battled the British destroyers and battleships, and were assisted by torpedo bombers during the attacks. Some V-2's were fired upon the British ships as further assistance.<br/><br/>In order to retake the oil industries in the Middle East, a squadron of a half million German infantry supported by tiger tanks and panzer IV's move into those areas. Dornier Do 335's support them from the skies.</div></blockquote><br/>Spitfire's soon dived at the German Zero's. The Zero's were more Maneuverable than the Spitfire but the Lancaster bomber turrets were able to shoot most of them down than the Spitfire's. Troops in the Middle East were starting to get prepared when they heard the Russians Sector being invaded in the North. A fleet of 5 Destroyers and 2 Battleships arrived at the attack. They immediately Started to attack at the last of the German cruisers. Mosquito's Loaded with torpedos took off. Heading towards the action. The ships fought fiercely. They knew they will win again by the short amount of ships in the German Navy. The Royal Navy were expecting to finish the German navy by today. The Coastlines of the Netherlands and Belgium were being invaded. The troops were finishing the Germans production of naval ships. More focus were on Netherlands were rumours were that the Germans 3rd Bismark was being built. The troops in Italy soon were outnumbered by the Germans. More Reinforcements from Africa were being sent but the time the arrive they fear it will be to late."
171,Against the Odds Europe IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320401&start=75,2014-11-30T10:45:00,New Abrahammia,"As the German/Japanese zeros seem to be dropping like flies, more flying reinforcements were sent. Hundreds of Do 217's were sent into combat to make an attempt to bomb the British AAA and shoot down their spitfires. Flak 38's are sent into the German side of the battlefield to aid them against the spitfires. The British have sufficiently taken over the seas, so that Germany's navy is entirely composed of rubber duckies. The only ship that could do anything to them is the Bismarck. In order to fight the British landings, Me 262's escorted Junkers Ju 88's, which torpedo bombed British ships."
172,Against the Odds Europe IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320401&start=75,2014-11-30T20:08:00,Protector Galactics,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320401&amp;p=22628540#p22628540"">wrote</a>:</cite>As the German/Japanese zeros seem to be dropping like flies, more flying reinforcements were sent. Hundreds of Do 217's were sent into combat to make an attempt to bomb the British AAA and shoot down their spitfires. Flak 38's are sent into the German side of the battlefield to aid them against the spitfires. The British have sufficiently taken over the seas, so that Germany's navy is entirely composed of rubber duckies. The only ship that could do anything to them is the Bismarck. In order to fight the British landings, Me 262's escorted Junkers Ju 88's, which torpedo bombed British ships.</div></blockquote><br/>The force's in Scandinavia soon gained control of Northern Sweden Letting the British capture Norrbottens Vasterbottens Vasternorrlands Jamtlands Kopparberg and Gavleborgs. The fast territory expansion was when most of the Swedish generals surrendered their provinces to Britain. The British forces recruited millions of men from Norway and Northern Sweden moving them to help Russia with Finland. The Scandinavians troops soon charged through the lines meeting the Russians in 17 miles. The Forces soon poured Southward To Unite Scandinavia. Meanwhile the British navy set off to hunt down the new Bismark. They finally found it in the North Sea wondering the ocean. Cruisers, Destroyers, and Battleships Surrounded the 3rd Bismark with all their guns pointed at the new ship. The Admiral sent a telegram to the Bismark.<br/>To: Captain of the Bismark<br/>From: Admiral Powell<br/>Surrender or be fired upon with our fleet. You don't have a chance against us."
173,Against the Odds Europe IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320401&start=75,2014-12-04T13:29:00,Protector Galactics,The British start to move into the city of Bastogne again with the Americans along side them. The Germans are well positioned in the city. The fighting will be hard loss to the British if the Americans don't arrive soon. Paratroopers dropped down to the Bridge of Remagen to regain control between the borders of Belgium and Germany. The British Spitfires fly over to take air superiority over France. Meanwhile troops in Sweden push down further while troops in Finland support Russia. British ships and destroyers enters the Baltic Sea to gain superiority in the area. Escort Carriers Launch British Seafires to take on the Luftwaffe on their own turf.
174,Against the Odds Europe IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320401&start=75,2014-12-04T13:46:00,New Abrahammia,Me 262's are sent into the city to engage the spitfires. Every other fighter would be destroyed by the British and are discontinued. V-1s are sent against the ships because the British navy always wins against the Germans and because the German navy only has the 3rd Bismarck left and no other ships. A few Japanese pilots survived after being pulled out of the last mission and are now used as kamikaze pilots against English ships. Tiger tanks and Wehrmacht are sent in to fight the British that have landed.
175,Against the Odds Europe IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320401&start=75,2014-12-04T13:56:00,Protector Galactics,"After the V1's were spotted by the British Radar. Spitfires nearby fly towards the V1's once they got to the V1's they went side by side of the V1 tipping it out of its course. Mores nearby spitfire engaged the Zero's.<br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.fiddlersgreen.net/aircraft/V1/IMAGES/spit-v1.jpg""/><br/>Spitfire tipping V1 out of its course.<br/>The troops in Remagen are in a very well foothold while the rest of the troops push inwards Germany. The Spitfires griffon engines are kicking in emergency power as the Spitfire's chase the Me 262. Only 4 Me 262 were shot down by the Spitfire's Rolls Royce Griffon engines. Rocket trucks fires across the River into Germany blowing up German trenches. The British troops were waiting for the Americans to move up in Bastogne.<br/><br/>Back in England, scientist test an experimental meteor. It was a slower jet than the ME 262 then they do designs to a styrofoam miniature air plane and added swept wings to the fighter. The test became successful. Now they add boasters to the jet to make the jet take off faster. Scientist were also working on the captured german V-2 from Netherlands. They maid there first test and became successful. But the scientist came up with and idea about making it smaller and fitting it on a bomber. It had a good strike. 20 of these missiles were built to do the first test run on Berlin."
176,Against the Odds Europe IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320401&start=75,2014-12-05T18:09:00,Akksum,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value="" King George VI""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Dear King George VI of the British empire, I Governor Brice Marksbury of India hereby declare India, and its provinces a sovereign state, and hereby declare war on the British empire citing the world of freedom! I wish to hear from you, and your crumbling empire, King.</blockquote></div></div></div>"
177,Against the Odds Europe IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320401&start=75,2014-12-05T18:53:00,New Abrahammia,"Because the English cannot figure out V-1's and V-2's, the rocket trucks seemed to be the only real change. In the unlikely event that the British do fly bombers equipped with V-2's to attack Berlin, the AAA that was already there will make short work of them. 8.8 cm flak guns and Nebelwerfers were sent in into battle to destroy the rocket trucks along with other British military, but mainly the rocket trucks."
178,Against the Odds Europe IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320401&start=75,2014-12-05T20:58:00,Protector Galactics,"<blockquote><div><cite>Akksum <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320401&amp;p=22689945#p22689945"">wrote</a>:</cite><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value="" King George VI""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Dear King George VI of the British empire, I Governor Brice Marksbury of India hereby declare India, and its provinces a sovereign state, and hereby declare war on the British empire citing the world of freedom! I wish to hear from you, and your crumbling empire, King.</blockquote></div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/>After reading the letter, King George just sighed and told the Prime Minister to have it their way. They didn't want anymore conflict. The Parliament agreed on moving the Troops to Burma. Prime Minister Winston Churchill sent a telegram to the Americans to move in their troops and Hold Remagen bridge. The bridge was being a target for the Germans. It was the Bridge to cross the Borders between Germany and Belgium. The solders were working hard on the Germans this followed with day's of unrest. But their luck came in when they saw contrails of 120 Lancaster III bombers bombing the nearby German trenches and bases screams can be heard in the distance dieing Germans. Another flock of Spitfires flew low above their heads attacking German ground units. Then a flock of troops transport aircraft flew above them with the sky filling with Parachutes. The Canadian forces arrived to aid the British. Trucks came in to load the wounded and the weary away to the nearest hospitals. The troops then charged through the German lines with bombs flying all around them with German dead in every single bombardment. The Spitfires destroyed all of the German artillery. This gave the troops a chance to hold the city of Bastogne. British artillery were set in the hills nearby bombing buildings and allowing tanks to move in. But the British were still needed help. With out the Americans they might lose the city again. The British soon dug trenches to make life harder for the Germans. The Airsupport nearly flatten the city. hundreds of German troops laid dead."
179,Against the Odds Europe IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320401&start=75,2014-12-06T07:49:00,New Abrahammia,"As few ME 262's were shot down, the British could not gain air superiority. Instead, the Lancaster III bombers were shot down by 8.8 cm flak guns and me 262's. The same happened to many planes transporting paratroopers. As the ME 262's seemed to become very successful, more of them are sent into action. They escort Heinkel He 111's, which bomb British trenches.<br/><br/>Because the rocket trucks were mostly destroyed by tiger tanks and Nebelwerfers, the Nebelwerfers target British personnel. The British are doing poorly, mainly because they're lack of air superiority, and the bombings along they're trenches. Half tracks bring in flak 40's to destroy any British armor that is still on land. The British charge left them exposed and out of cover, making them easy targets for the Germans in the trenches."
180,Against the Odds Europe IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320401&start=75,2014-12-06T09:09:00,Protector Galactics,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320401&amp;p=22695027#p22695027"">wrote</a>:</cite>As few ME 262's were shot down, the British could not gain air superiority. Instead, the Lancaster III bombers were shot down by 8.8 cm flak guns and me 262's. The same happened to many planes transporting paratroopers. As the ME 262's seemed to become very successful, more of them are sent into action. They escort Heinkel He 111's, which bomb British trenches. <br/><br/>Because the rocket trucks were mostly destroyed by tiger tanks and Nebelwerfers, the Nebelwerfers target British personnel. The British are doing poorly, mainly because they're lack of air superiority, and the bombings along they're trenches. Half tracks bring in flak 40's to destroy any British armor that is still on land. The British charge left them exposed and out of cover, making them easy targets for the Germans in the trenches.</div></blockquote><br/>The first British Meteors were put to the test. 4 Meteors flew in to confront the Me 262. The meteor now had a lighter payload to make it fly faster. Even slightly faster than the Me 262. The British jets were also escorted by Spitfires. Then they counter acted the Me 262. Troops were holding in the trenches Canadian troops moved quickly into the right preparing to flank the Germans unexpectedly Another Battalion was sent to the left flank of the city. SOS messages were sent to the Americans to come quick."
181,Against the Odds Europe IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320401&start=75,2014-12-06T10:05:00,New Abrahammia,"The attack from the left was engaged by flak guns and dive bombers. Some German soldiers fending off the ones from the west rush in to engage them. Because the British now had little to no tanks left, tiger tanks move to intercept them as well. Elite troops and artillery from the east move to the city's western trenches to increase manpower and make up for the ones that now guard the flanks."
182,Against the Odds Europe IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320401&start=75,2014-12-06T11:36:00,Protector Galactics,Troops with Anti-tank rifles and Bazooka's fire at the tanks defending the British tanks. The British decided to stay below a row of hills nearby the city. The small hills was a death zone where the British can aim right and bring down the German's easily. More troops from Luxemburg were on their way to support the fighting battalion. The soldiers soon pushed forward closing the Germans in the city. More and more Spitfires took off to face the jet threat as the Me 262's are bring down the spitfires like flies.<br/><br/>In the outskirts of the city the British starts to dig a tunnel near the cities sewage system. This plan was thought to infiltrate the city while the battles were roaring above. The city was soon turned into ashes.
183,Against the Odds Europe IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320401&start=75,2014-12-06T11:57:00,New Abrahammia,"The German counter strategy to the British staying at the bottom of small hills is to go to the opposite side of those hills, not going over it, and fire. Artillery is used to eradicate the British hiding behind the hills. Tiger tanks, being incredibly armored, are resistant to bazooka fire. They are stationed on the sides of the hills in the event that the British make a charge that way.<br/><br/>As the British send out many spitfires, more me 262's had to be sent. Although there were many spitfires, the fact that the Germans discontinued building other fighters a little while ago allowed more 262's to be ready forth this battle. As the British begun messing with the city from underground, the Germans send a few men to flood the sewers."
184,Against the Odds Europe IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320401&start=75,2014-12-06T12:21:00,Mifan,"The Red Army, under Zhukov, was able to repair the bridges and crossed the river into the rest of German help Ukraine. The plan was to use the sheer size of the Red Army to surround and crush the German Army around Kiev. Massive artillery began to bombard German positions throughout the Ukraine, as the Army dug in and waited for the order to charge out the German positions."
185,Against the Odds Europe IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320401&start=75,2014-12-06T12:29:00,Protector Galactics,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320401&amp;p=22697218#p22697218"">wrote</a>:</cite>The German counter strategy to the British staying at the bottom of small hills is to go to the opposite side of those hills, not going over it, and fire. Artillery is used to eradicate the British hiding behind the hills. Tiger tanks, being incredibly armored, are resistant to bazooka fire. They are stationed on the sides of the hills in the event that the British make a charge that way. <br/><br/>As the British send out many spitfires, more me 262's had to be sent. Although there were many spitfires, the fact that the Germans discontinued building other fighters a little while ago allowed more 262's to be ready forth this battle. As the British begun messing with the city from underground, the Germans send a few men to flood the sewers.</div></blockquote><br/>The troops were holding on tightly They did not let go of their territory. Meanwhile the troops were fighting street by street where the German Tiger tanks were at its weakest. Mines were laid in all of the streets they were well hidden for German tanks to not spot them. Machine gunners were posted on the roofs while sniper's were pinning down the Germans. The infantry were so close to the towns city hall. The troops were ordered to hold their grounds."
186,Against the Odds Europe IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320401&start=75,2014-12-06T12:43:00,New Abrahammia,"The Germans had flooded the sewers, so more reinforcements could not come to their rescue. The Germans decided to blow up the buildings the British hid inside. The town hall was loaded with explosives in the event that the British decide to move there next.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, the Germans send in AR 234 squadrons to carpet bomb the Russian rear lines, which held troops and artillery. The Germans in their trenches fire machine guns at the Russian troops, while minefields also slow the Russians down. AT mines, pak 40's, 8.8 cm flak guns, and panzershrecks attack the Russian tanks. Although the Russians had about a 10 times more soldiers than the Germans, the Germans still had trenches and were not exposed, unlike the Russians."
187,Against the Odds Europe IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320401&start=75,2014-12-06T19:24:00,Protector Galactics,"British troops storm the now weak German troops with a charge. The charge was a successful blow to the Germans but the question was if they could hold their positions for a long time. After hearing that the Americans won't take their hand in the battle they sent the Canadian troops in to help. 30,000 Canadian troops were on there way to help the British Meanwhile British paratroopers land in the British side of the city. Then the British artillery fired every single shell they had for 3 days turning the German forces to ruble. The British also launched bombing raids to the German held part of the city. Then the British hunted down the German panzers. They sabotage nearly every single panzer in the battlefield."
188,Against the Odds Asian IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320402,2014-11-16T23:32:00,Lingria,"This is the IC for Asia<br/>OOC-<a class=""postlink-local"" href=""http://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320352&amp;p=22460855#p22460855"">viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320352&amp;p=22460855#p22460855</a>"
189,Against the Odds Asian IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320402,2014-11-16T23:33:00,Akksum,Place holder first post!
190,Against the Odds Asian IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320402,2014-11-16T23:34:00,Scientificum,"<blockquote><div><cite>Akksum <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320402&amp;p=22465810#p22465810"">wrote</a>:</cite>Place holder first post!</div></blockquote><br/>Had one on the Europe IC, Haha!"
191,Against the Odds Asian IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320402,2014-11-16T23:34:00,Akksum,"<blockquote><div><cite>Scientificum <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320402&amp;p=22465813#p22465813"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Akksum <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320402&amp;p=22465810#p22465810"">wrote</a>:</cite>Place holder first post!</div></blockquote><br/>Had one on the Europe IC, Haha!</div></blockquote><br/>OCC: SHOO, YOUR NOT APART OF THIS RP! *Grabs the broom.*"
192,Against the Odds Asian IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320402,2014-11-16T23:35:00,Scientificum,"<blockquote><div><cite>Akksum <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320402&amp;p=22465816#p22465816"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Scientificum <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320402&amp;p=22465813#p22465813"">wrote</a>:</cite>Had one on the Europe IC, Haha!</div></blockquote><br/>OCC: SHOO, YOUR NOT APART OF THIS RP!</div></blockquote><br/>No thanks! Id prefer holding my title."
193,Against the Odds Asian IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320402,2014-11-16T23:35:00,Anakil,"<blockquote><div><cite>Akksum <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320402&amp;p=22465816#p22465816"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Scientificum <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320402&amp;p=22465813#p22465813"">wrote</a>:</cite>Had one on the Europe IC, Haha!</div></blockquote><br/>OCC: SHOO, YOUR NOT APART OF THIS RP!</div></blockquote><br/>That jerk!"
194,Against the Odds Asian IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320402,2014-11-16T23:36:00,Lingria,Wtf just happened
195,Against the Odds Asian IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320402,2014-11-16T23:36:00,Scientificum,"<blockquote><div><cite>Lingria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320402&amp;p=22465829#p22465829"">wrote</a>:</cite>Wtf just happened</div></blockquote><br/>Magic happened."
196,Against the Odds Asian IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320402,2014-11-19T10:21:00,Protector Galactics,"<blockquote><div><cite>Lingria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320402&amp;p=22465829#p22465829"">wrote</a>:</cite>Wtf just happened</div></blockquote><br/>A noob is ruining this RP."
197,Against the Odds Asian IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320402,2014-11-25T08:14:00,Arvenia,My RP nation is located in Asia! Why is this IC thread quiet and just OOC?
198,Against the Odds Asian IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320402,2014-11-26T11:44:00,New Abrahammia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Arvenia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320402&amp;p=22564022#p22564022"">wrote</a>:</cite>My RP nation is located in Asia! Why is this IC thread quiet and just OOC?</div></blockquote><br/>Just ignore the past and make posts related to war."
199,Against the Odds Asian IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320402,2014-11-26T12:13:00,Capsland,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Okinawa</span></span><br/>The battle was gruesome. So many dead on both sides, the Japanese fleet was inbound to deliver reinforcements to the front line. Thankfully more dead Americans lay on the ground than the Japanese, this had to amount to something. With the death toll rising day by day the Americans would lose faith, lose moral and hope. 5 submarines were headed to a small group of American ships on the coast that were ready to bring supplies to the American side of the battle.<br/>""Admiral, we are ready to fire the torpedoes. The small group of American transport ships will become part of the ocean floor soon.""<br/>""Well what are you waiting for? Fire!""<br/>10 torpedoes headed towards the transports all hitting except for 3 that went past them and hit the island. The transports didn't stand a chance, hopefully this was the start of a new set of victories, or the end of a painful war."
200,Against the Odds Asian IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320402,2014-11-26T17:23:00,Akksum,"<span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Burma</span><br/><br/>Ten Thousand of Indian-British soldiers marched from Bangladesh, India to Burma. As Burma was a colony of the British, but was occupied at the moment the troops began to march. Moving as quickly as possible, being assisted by tanks, and trucks they moved to the border, and began to march. As they moved through the jungle Japanese, and Indian blood laid on the ground.<br/><br/>As they neared a village the soldiers readied their weapons, ready for any Japanese ambush...."
201,Against the Odds Asian IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320402,2014-11-27T16:17:00,Lingria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Capsland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320402&amp;p=22579241#p22579241"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Okinawa</span></span><br/>The battle was gruesome. So many dead on both sides, the Japanese fleet was inbound to deliver reinforcements to the front line. Thankfully more dead Americans lay on the ground than the Japanese, this had to amount to something. With the death toll rising day by day the Americans would lose faith, lose moral and hope. 5 submarines were headed to a small group of American ships on the coast that were ready to bring supplies to the American side of the battle.<br/>""Admiral, we are ready to fire the torpedoes. The small group of American transport ships will become part of the ocean floor soon.""<br/>""Well what are you waiting for? Fire!""<br/>10 torpedoes headed towards the transports all hitting except for 3 that went past them and hit the island. The transports didn't stand a chance, hopefully this was the start of a new set of victories, or the end of a painful war.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">American Okinawa</span></span><br/>""MAJOR ARTILLERY INCO..."" The mans voice trailed of as the Artillery shells hit ""TAKE COVER YOU MAGGOTS!!!"" yelled Major Simon Bolivar Buckner Jr. Commander of the Operation Iceberg<br/>""RETURN FIRE,RETURN FUCKING FIRE!!"" He yelled after the shells landed the only sound that was left after the Artillery was the PING of a M1 Garand and the screams of the Japs when the bullets ripped through their bodies<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">East China Sea</span></span><br/>""Admiral we have spotted the Japanese<span style=""font-style: italic"">Yamato</span>Super Battleship should we engage while they are bombarding the Beaches?"" Asked the Left Lieutenant ""Yes send around 300 Dive Bombers and the Battleships Missouri and Nevada lets get pay back for the Arizona"" the men of the Aircraft all chanted ""URAH!!"""
202,Against the Odds Asian IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320402,2014-11-28T18:46:00,New Abrahammia,"Germany, badly needing air support, sends a message to the emperor of Japan. The message states the following:<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>From: Government of the German Reich<br/>To: Government of the Japanese Empire<br/><br/>As Germany is in great need of support, the German reich would like to make a proposal. We will trade with you a few thousand V1's in return for a few hundred Japanese Mitsubishi A6M Zero's. These V-1's devastate the allied powers, yet your aircrafts are also needed for German western domination. As the direct distance between our nations is great, we shall trade these in Mogadishu, which is under Italian control. </div></blockquote>"
203,Against the Odds Asian IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320402,2014-11-29T15:45:00,Capsland,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Response to Germany</span></span><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">To Germany,</span><br/>The Japanese Empire will accept the trade, the new fighters should be ready for pick up in 2 days.<br/>From Japan</span></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">IJN Yamato</span><br/>Alarm bells rang, red lights flashing. The crew new that it was an American raid, most likely by air as the submarines would obliterate any chance at a naval engagement with the super battleship. 150 Zeros were sent off from a nearby island to engage the bombers, these zeros were agile and quick thinking. They could take down an eagle from hundreds of metres away. Meanwhile<span style=""font-style: italic"">IJN Yamato</span>stopped bombarding the shore and turned to face the American bombers; the anti-air guns were of the best quality in the Japanese Navy, ready to start firing rounds upon rounds of ammo onto the bombers.<br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Okinawa</span><br/>The Japanese troops began to advance, gunning down Americas were possible. The current death count was at 1,200 Americans and rising, the Japanese deaths were unclear but it was in the thousands. Artillery was shelling transports, blocking the landing forces in with tank reinforcements on the way to quickly blitz the American hold outs.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">To USA</span><br/>We have seen thousands of men die for no clear cause. This number will rise to millions if we don't come together and sign an armistice. Both of our nations are throwing countless amounts of money, resources and manpower and an ever growing problem. If you agree with Japan on this, come to Wellington, New Zealand to discuss any possible peace treaty</span></blockquote>"
204,Against the Odds Asian IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320402,2014-11-29T16:16:00,New Abrahammia,"<blockquote class=""uncited""><div>From: Government of the German Reich<br/>To: Government of the Japanese Empire<br/><br/>We will also need the pilots for those Japanese zeros because us Germans don't know how to fly them.</div></blockquote>"
205,Against the Odds Asian IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320402,2014-11-30T11:13:00,Arvenia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Teheran, Iran</span><br/>The Aranian Sultan was in his palace in the Aranian capital when a messenger came to him.<br/><br/>""Sir, shall I send a message to any nation?"" the messenger asked.<br/><br/>""Yes"" the Sultan answered.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Japan<br/>From: Arania<br/><br/>Greetings, Emperor of Japan, my glorious nation of Arania is trying to find out a way to create an easy peace between your nation and USA. We can also have trade agremeents and military alliances. What do you think?<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Sincerly, Sultan of Arania</span></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Dubai, UAE</span><br/>The Aranian forces patrolled in the big city of Dubai for any criminal activity and suspicious espionage. They round up every house and interrogates people that has to do with these things."
206,Against the Odds Asian IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320402,2014-11-30T19:49:00,Protector Galactics,"General Montgomery arrived in India with reinforcements and talked to the Governor of India. ""I'm afraid that I need to take control of your troops. They will all be under my command under the law of the King. We will push the Japanese out of Burma and retake control of it.""<br/>Most of the British Battleships were in the Pacific they immediately started to join the American 7th fleet and headed to Okinawa to fight the Japanese out. They expected a swift victory."
207,Against the Odds Asian IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320402,2014-11-30T20:02:00,Akksum,"<blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320402&amp;p=22635492#p22635492"">wrote</a>:</cite>General Montgomery arrived in India with reinforcements and talked to the Governor of India. ""I'm afraid that I need to take control of your troops. They will all be under my command under the law of the King. We will push the Japanese out of Burma and retake control of it.""<br/>Most of the British Battleships were in the Pacific they immediately started to join the American 7th fleet and headed to Okinawa to fight the Japanese out. They expected a swift victory.</div></blockquote><br/>The governor looked at the man baffled, this was unlawful. ""Sir, the king doesn't hold the power. The parliament does, so you can not take control of it ""for the crown"" you have to be under the parliament as we are a constitutional monarchy in the British empire, if you want to be an absolute monarchy look elsewhere sir."""
208,Against the Odds Asian IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320402,2014-11-30T20:24:00,Lingria,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">New Zealand</span><br/>""Mr.President why have you decided now was the time for taking peace with the Japanese"" a female reporter asked while holding a Microphone ""Well our boys in Okinawa (have) decided that they'd rather go home then die trying to take that damned Island"" the President replied ""Mr.President,Mr.President"" the Reporters started to asked when suddenly a me ever of the Presidents bodyguard shot 3 bullets in the air and said ""No more Questions"" with that the Harry S. Truman got in the Presidential Limo and was taken to the meeting place<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">East China Sea</span><br/>""Admiral Telegram just came in"" the Left Lieutenant said ""Well stop wasting time open the damn thing"" he said in reply so the Lieutenant opened it and started talking ""Admiral John Davis the High Command has order you withdraw from Okinawa and that you make sure that a Truce letter gets sent the the Japanese in Okinawa Sincerely,Major General Dixon Kennedy"" ""Well we've got a day ahead of us for sure"" the Admiral said before walking to the Captains Quarters"
209,Against the Odds Asian IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320402,2014-12-02T11:49:00,Arvenia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320402&amp;p=22635492#p22635492"">wrote</a>:</cite>General Montgomery arrived in India with reinforcements and talked to the Governor of India. ""I'm afraid that I need to take control of your troops. They will all be under my command under the law of the King. We will push the Japanese out of Burma and retake control of it.""<br/>Most of the British Battleships were in the Pacific they immediately started to join the American 7th fleet and headed to Okinawa to fight the Japanese out. They expected a swift victory.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Japanese Sea</span><br/>The Aranian military were patrolling in the Japanese Sea for maritime service, but notice a war between Japan and USA. Arania gave the two nations messages about peace to prevent a tragic future for Japan.<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: USA<br/>From: Arania<br/>Greetings, US President, the war against Japan isn't good enough. There must be one way to create peace between your nation and Japan. That would be good, because Arania doesn't like wars worldwide, but it is totally against Germany because of the Nazis ruling the nation.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Sincerly, Sultan of Arania</span></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Persian Gulf</span><br/>The Aranian forces exercises in the Persian Gulf."
210,Against the Odds Asian IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320402,2014-12-04T14:02:00,New Abrahammia,"Germany is requested for more Japanese air support.<br/><br/>From: Government of the German Reich<br/>To: Government of the Japanese Empire<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>Germany is greatly in need of more air support. As we have heard of your kamikaze pilots, we ask you to send us many of these brave souls. In return, we will send you… well what do you want? Or will you send them out of the kindness of your hearts?</div></blockquote>"
211,Against the Odds Asian IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320402,2014-12-05T18:07:00,Akksum,"New Delhi, India<br/>Governor Brice Marksbury<br/><br/>Governor Brice sat in his office, making a telegraph for the king, and his ""parliament"". He was revising it before sending, knowing this would spark another conflict. Thus pushing India onto the axis side, but he did not care. He was tired of the Slaughtering that had been brought on, the bloodshed in Europe, and wanted it to stop.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value="" King George VI""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Dear King George VI of the British empire, I Governor Brice Marksbury of India hereby declare India, and its provinces a sovereign state, and hereby declare war on the British empire citing the world of freedom! I wish to hear from you, and your crumbling empire, King.</blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/>He grinned, as it was sent from his telegram machine..."
212,Against the Odds Asian IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320402,2014-12-05T18:16:00,Capsland,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320402&amp;p=22676332#p22676332"">wrote</a>:</cite>Japan is requested for more Japanese air support.<br/><br/>From: Government of the German Reich<br/>To: Government of the Japanese Empire<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>Germany is greatly in need of more air support. As we have heard of your kamikaze pilots, we ask you to send us many of these brave souls. In return, we will send you… well what do you want? Or will you send them out of the kindness of your hearts?</div></blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Hitler and his Government<br/>We are sorry but the Empire of Japan is currently negotiating peace with the allied armies in the Pacific. We are ordered to stop sharing military technology and military exercises. We will, however, support you in your cause by sending aid and troops in secret.<br/>Sincerely,<br/>Imperial Government of Japan</blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Wellington, New Zealand</span></span><br/>The Prime Minister of Japan sat there in his seat with his most trusted advisers. ""Ah, the President of America, we enter this room as enemies. We will leave as friends. Please sit."" The President sat down. ""Now to business, Japan is willing to pull out of the war and pay reparations to fix the damage on Pearl Harbour as long as our pre war borders are set back to place and Japan can continue its invasion of China."" He waited for a response."
213,Against the Odds Asian IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320402&start=25,2014-12-05T18:43:00,New Abrahammia,"I urge you to aid us in our conflicts. As German control over the Middle East is weakening, we urge you to send forces against the British there. You have already agreed to the Tripartite Pact, making you still need to help us now, in our time of need."
214,Against the Odds Asian IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320402&start=25,2014-12-05T20:08:00,New Abrahammia,"<blockquote class=""uncited""><div>From: the Government of the German Reich<br/>To: The Government of Independent India<br/><br/>We appreciate your fight against the British empire. We would like for you to support us in our time of war against England. We would like to extend our Tripartite Pact into the Quadripartite Pact to include your glorious nation. </div></blockquote>"
215,Against the Odds Asian IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320402&start=25,2014-12-05T20:53:00,Protector Galactics,"As the British didn't want another front to fight, they start to leave India and leave them indepent. All troops were moved to Burma to continue the fighting with the Japanese. Australian troops start to move into Burma. The British 17th fleet moved in to guard the troops moving in Burma. The Australians walk on the capital of Burma protecting it from the Japanese forces. Rangoon was flooded with British/Australian troops. Battleships were stationed in Rangoon for rearmament."
216,Against the Odds Asian IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320402&start=25,2014-12-07T11:34:00,Protector Galactics,140 bombers in Australia took off heading to India. 150 Escort Spitfires escorted the Lancasters to India. Once above the capital they dropped all of the bomb's above their factories and the governor palace destroying the palace into ashes. The factories were a great blow. The British knew that India would not be able to hold their economy for long before their states succeed from them. Meanwhile British battleships deployed from Rangoon heading to India to destroy their own ships they left with the Indian navy. Aircraft carriers launched Seafires to the enemy Naval airbase.
217,Against the Odds Africa IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320404,2014-11-16T23:38:00,Lingria,"This is for the African IC<br/>OOC-<a class=""postlink-local"" href=""http://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320352&amp;p=22460855#p22460855"">viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320352&amp;p=22460855#p22460855</a>"
218,Against the Odds Africa IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320404,2014-11-16T23:40:00,Scientificum,"<blockquote><div><cite>Lingria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320404&amp;p=22465845#p22465845"">wrote</a>:</cite>This is for the African IC <br/>OOC- <a class=""postlink-local"" href=""http://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320352&amp;p=22460855#p22460855"">viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320352&amp;p=22460855#p22460855</a></div></blockquote><br/>FIRST!"
219,Against the Odds Africa IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320404,2014-11-16T23:40:00,Icrum,"<blockquote><div><cite>Scientificum <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320404&amp;p=22465847#p22465847"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Lingria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320404&amp;p=22465845#p22465845"">wrote</a>:</cite>This is for the African IC <br/>OOC- <a class=""postlink-local"" href=""http://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320352&amp;p=22460855#p22460855"">viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320352&amp;p=22460855#p22460855</a></div></blockquote><br/>FIRST!</div></blockquote><br/>DAMN YOU!"
220,Against the Odds Africa IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320404,2014-11-16T23:43:00,Lingria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Icrum <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320404&amp;p=22465848#p22465848"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Scientificum <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320404&amp;p=22465847#p22465847"">wrote</a>:</cite>FIRST!</div></blockquote><br/>DAMN YOU!</div></blockquote><br/>STAHPT IT ;-;"
221,Against the Odds Africa IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320404,2014-11-29T16:27:00,New Abrahammia,"2,000 V-1's are being sent to Mogadishu, where they will be meet Japanese military for a weapons exchange. Italy is warned prior to the shipment that allied attacks on Mogadishu May occur."
222,Against the Odds America's IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320405,2014-11-16T23:42:00,Lingria,"This is the IC for North and South America<br/>OOC-<a class=""postlink-local"" href=""http://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320352"">viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320352</a>"
223,Against the Odds America's IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320405,2014-11-16T23:43:00,Lingria,FIRST
224,Against the Odds America's IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320405,2014-11-16T23:45:00,Icrum,"<blockquote><div><cite>Lingria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320405&amp;p=22465863#p22465863"">wrote</a>:</cite>FIRST</div></blockquote><br/>Nice save."
225,Against the Odds America's IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320405,2014-11-16T23:57:00,Jeremy Beaver,"The swept wings glitter with the Sun shining on them. A war was being continued over seas and i was Flying a Plane 20,000 feet in the air at 800 Miles an hour This prototype will Revolutionize warfare. Because this was just a test I couldn't fire the weapons as they weren't ready yet but I knew they worked, I saw them being fired. They made such an amazing Roar fireing so fast. My thoughts were interrupted seeing a Black dot with what looked like Two engines. It was a Do 127. I Have no idea how it got here being so far away from Germany there is no way it could get here. With my Natural instinct I pulled the aircraft into a Intercept course. Within seconds I was in gun range. I Pulled the trigger The guns all 4 of them Opened up unleashing hell. The Do 217 was cut in half its Tail falling away from the main Aircraft was Burning apart. The main fuselage was litterd with Holes and Burning from the Wings Down. The pilot was Frantically trying to gain Controll. I saw all of this within an instant as I flew Past him...<br/><br/>u]Over Toronto, Canada John Howler ^[/u]"
226,Against the Odds America's IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320405,2014-11-17T14:20:00,Lingria,"Following the decrease of men to work the factory's the US government has said that they will allow women to work the factory's,Alaska has had an increase of Military movement just in case the Japanese attempt to invade"
227,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452,2014-11-17T10:36:00,Ammar,"<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320351"" rel=""nofollow"">OOC</a><br/><br/>This is the IC for the Five Nights at Freddy's Funland RP.<br/><br/>The clock tower in the middle of the park gave a loud ding as little children roared with applause as the gates to the park opened for the summer. While the kids were happy, the parents were not. Understandably so, too. If children went missing at a certain location other kids loved, you would be a little off about that place too. Regardless they brought their kids, praying for the best at this runned down amusement park. Fortunately, the characters have all been replaced and the new ones looked pretty impressive, but they still had something creepy about them. They often eyed certain people a certain way like trained watchdogs."
228,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452,2014-11-17T10:49:00,Crysuko,"Having come in shortly before, Ned had been seeing to a winding motor on the 'coaster that he had been told was malfunctioning. Though the letter of his employment containing the joke about the two robots was slightly odd.<br/><br/>It was a joke, right? He thought for the hundredth time, finishing repairs on the motor. He looked at the slightly worn structure. ""Well, something tells me I'm going to be busy"" he mused to himself, packing up his toolbox. He had several other jobs to do, and not a second to waste."
229,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452,2014-11-17T14:22:00,Ammar,"Foxy and Freddy were both in Firehouse Rock, repeating tje same dialouge programmed intovthem for a long time. Freddy would ask about Foxy's box, only to then set the place on fire as Foxy yelled at him for it. After a while Foxy noticed that there was a door next to him. He opened the door and went outside.<br/><br/>He saw all the little kids excitedly cheering for him as he said ""Ahoy, me harties. This be the time to get yer party goin'! You best get ready, or else ye be walkin' the plank!"""
230,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452,2014-11-17T15:04:00,The State of Deseret,"Carlos entered the park. His shift shouldn't start till night time, but he figured he might as well walk around a little. He walked up to the Clock Tower to check the Time after that he sat down by a Pizza place drank a little coke before looking around at the surroundings.<br/><br/>Things didn't seem to bad. Night watch would be hard with only two guards, but not impossible. Now Carlos just had to waot for night and continue to explore the park in the meantime."
231,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452,2014-11-17T15:45:00,Crysuko,"Once the motor was back in action, he had to fix a broken drive chain higher up on the structure, forcing him up an structure about 30 ft high. He had done numerous jobs like this, but something about this whole place made him uneasy. He had seen several of the animatronics on his way over and while the kids seemed great fans, He wasn't so sure.<br/><br/>They seemed slightly run down, and a closer look at them put it right into the uncanny valley. As he worked, he couldn't help but think that it would be only so long before an accident involving them would happen.<br/><br/>Then a disturbing thought entered his mind, giving him a moment's pause. ""what if such a thing has already happened?"". This made him shudder, as more unsettling questions flashed through his head.<br/><br/>""maybe i'm just being paranoid"" he mused ""after all, they seem well enough maintained...but still, it's down right creepy at times"""
232,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452,2014-11-17T16:03:00,Northern European Senates remnants,"Johan showed his id and workers status to gain entry into the park, he was heading to the kitchen when he saw foxy come out of his box, it never suprised how much technology was used these days, Johan was an experienced chef and was required to be one here he was due to work tommorow but in the meantime he went to have a look around and meet the other chef. He walked up to the kitchen and knocked, there was no answer but he could tell by the yelling that it was a hectic frenzy to prepare the foods, he walked in just passing a young waitress carrying 4 plates, he said hello but she didn't seem impressed, he walked Passed benches and sinks and caught up with the chef or head chef he expected he went over to the lady, she said who name was Victoria and she threw him his hat and chefs clothing, she said you must be the other chef, Johan answered yes, and said,"" I'm not supposed to be working today I need to catch up with the CEO and give him my proper details, I submitted incorrectly, after that maybe,"" Victoria didn't like the answer.<br/><br/>OOC: can I meet the CEO in the IC?"
233,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452,2014-11-17T16:08:00,Freddy Fazbears Pizza,"John had just arrived for his first shift at Freddy's Funland. He wore his clean, crisp uniform and carried a bag of precision tools that would be needed to fix the advanced animatronics. John made his way to Firehouse Rock to check up on Freddy and Foxy. He remembered them from when he was a kid. Foxy was his favorite, and seeing those robots had inspired him to get into robotics in the first place.<br/><br/>John caught sight of Foxy and smiled at him. He saw kids gathering around the machine and cheering.<br/><br/>""Hello Foxy!"" he said as he waved to the robot. He moved closer to Foxy and watched him closely to make sure nothing on him was broken. John had heard the software running the new robots was rather advanced, so he was excited to see the fox in action."
234,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452,2014-11-17T16:10:00,Lingria,"Johannes came to work early on the first day he saw the chef and walked to him ""Eh Hallo?,I am Johannes Gutenburg I'm the new Night Shift worker do you know where the CEO is?""<br/>That's when he noticed that Bonny was staring him down it sent shivers down his back"
235,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452,2014-11-17T16:29:00,Ammar,"<blockquote><div><cite>Freddy Fazbears Pizza <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320452&amp;p=22473424#p22473424"">wrote</a>:</cite>John had just arrived for his first shift at Freddy's Funland. He wore his clean, crisp uniform and carried a bag of precision tools that would be needed to fix the advanced animatronics. John made his way to Firehouse Rock to check up on Freddy and Foxy. He remembered them from when he was a kid. Foxy was his favorite, and seeing those robots had inspired him to get into robotics in the first place. <br/><br/>John caught sight of Foxy and smiled at him. He saw kids gathering around the machine and cheering. <br/><br/>""Hello Foxy!"" he said as he waved to the robot. He moved closer to Foxy and watched him closely to make sure nothing on him was broken. John had heard the software running the new robots was rather advanced, so he was excited to see the fox in action.</div></blockquote><br/>""Ahoy there, me sallewag."" Foxy excitedly responded with his metal tongue wagging all over the place. Foxy frantically looked all around answering questions the kids asked when a new face entered. In an Australian sounding voice, ""No no no."" he whined dispersing the crowd. ""Foxy, what are you doin' out here? Get ya gears back in there!"" he ordered as Foxy, sadky, went back inside.<br/><br/>The man turned his attention to John. ""Oh yes, top of the morning to ya. I'm Sesal, the CFO of the park."" he introduced."
236,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452,2014-11-17T16:30:00,Northern European Senates remnants,"<blockquote><div><cite>Lingria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320452&amp;p=22473474#p22473474"">wrote</a>:</cite>Johannes came to work early on the first day he saw the chef and walked to him ""Eh Hallo?,I am Johannes Gutenburg I'm the new Night Shift worker do you know where the CEO is?""<br/>That's when he noticed that Bonny was staring him down it sent shivers down his back</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Johan walked out of the kitchen and saw a man asking for directions, Johan walked up to him and welcomed himself,""hello, Johannes I'm Johan I heard you were looking for the boss, you must be another night guard security is tight here,"" Johannes looked up but continueslly looked over in the direction of bonny, ""um we could go together, to the CEO that is, he is at management follow me, so without hesitation Johannes followed Johan to management where a mr Scott was standing, keeping an eye on the animatronics."
237,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452,2014-11-17T16:35:00,Northern European Senates remnants,"Johan walked over to Scott and asked I would like to talk to you and so would this mister Johannes not sure why though, would you be able to help me?"
238,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452,2014-11-17T16:45:00,Crysuko,"His previous jobs having been completed, ned found himself in a most unusual position. With a little time to spare. He sat on the scaffold on the side of the 'coaster, he could see a lot of the park from his vantage point.<br/><br/>He took a deep breath and set his toolbox down. ""I feel as if fate has driven me here"" he said to nobody in particular. ""But why?""<br/><br/>After spending some time in introspection, he made his way down to ground level, knowing he would need to be on the move and checking various mechanical parts at all times. Giving a casual nod to freddy as he passed by."
239,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452,2014-11-17T16:47:00,Ammar,"<blockquote><div><cite>Northern European Senates remnants <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320452&amp;p=22473735#p22473735"">wrote</a>:</cite>Johan walked over to Scott and asked I would like to talk to you and so would this mister Johannes not sure why though, would you be able to help me?</div></blockquote><br/>Scott was busy on his bluetooth talking to the pizza companies over a contract dispute. ""Look, is it eadible? Is it safe to eat? Then send it up! I don't see what the problem is!"" he yelled over the phone. He then hanged up, understandibly upset. ""Can you believe those morons won't give me that cardboard they call food?"" he complained."
240,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452,2014-11-17T16:49:00,Northern European Senates remnants,"<blockquote><div><cite>Ammar <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320452&amp;p=22473887#p22473887"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Northern European Senates remnants <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320452&amp;p=22473735#p22473735"">wrote</a>:</cite>Johan walked over to Scott and asked I would like to talk to you and so would this mister Johannes not sure why though, would you be able to help me?</div></blockquote><br/>Scott was busy on his bluetooth talking to the pizza companies over a contract dispute. ""Look, is it eadible? Is it safe to eat? Then send it up! I don't see what the problem is!"" he yelled over the phone. He then hanged up, understandibly upset. ""Can you believe those morons won't give me that cardboard they call food?"" he complained.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Johan looked shocked but continued, "" um sir Johannes is looking for you and I need to ask for something as well,"""
241,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452,2014-11-17T16:53:00,Ammar,"<blockquote><div><cite>Northern European Senates remnants <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320452&amp;p=22473908#p22473908"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Ammar <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320452&amp;p=22473887#p22473887"">wrote</a>:</cite>Scott was busy on his bluetooth talking to the pizza companies over a contract dispute. ""Look, is it eadible? Is it safe to eat? Then send it up! I don't see what the problem is!"" he yelled over the phone. He then hanged up, understandibly upset. ""Can you believe those morons won't give me that cardboard they call food?"" he complained.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Johan looked shocked but continued, "" um sir Johannes is looking for you and I need to ask for something as well,""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Scott continued on with his tyrade, until finally stopping, suddenly experiencing a mood shift, and happily asked ""So, what can I do for you boys?"""
242,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452,2014-11-17T17:05:00,Freddy Fazbears Pizza,"<blockquote><div><cite>Ammar <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320452&amp;p=22473680#p22473680"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Ahoy there, me sallewag."" Foxy excitedly responded with his metal tongue wagging all over the place. Foxy frantically looked all around answering questions the kids asked when a new face entered. In an Australian sounding voice, ""No no no."" he whined dispersing the crowd. ""Foxy, what are you doin' out here? Get ya gears back in there!"" he ordered as Foxy, sadky, went back inside.<br/><br/>The man turned his attention to John. ""Oh yes, top of the morning to ya. I'm Sesal, the CFO of the park."" he introduced.</div></blockquote><br/>John frowned when he heard the man scold Foxy. He watched the fox robot go back to his spot and felt bad for the robot. It was kinda silly, but he did feel an emotional connection with the Freddy Fazbear characters.<br/><br/>He soon heard the Australian voice again and turned to Sesal. ""Hello. Nice to meet you Sir. I'm the new technician for the animatronics. I must say, they are very impressive robots. They're the most advanced I've ever seen to be honest.""<br/><br/>He turned back to look at Foxy for a moment. The way he talked and followed commands made him seem almost alive. He was sure it was just clever programming, but he still wanted a chance to test the limits of their software."
243,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452,2014-11-17T17:10:00,Lingria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Ammar <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320452&amp;p=22473953#p22473953"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Northern European Senates remnants <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320452&amp;p=22473908#p22473908"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Johan looked shocked but continued, "" um sir Johannes is looking for you and I need to ask for something as well,""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Scott continued on with his tyrade, until finally stopping, suddenly experiencing a mood shift, and happily asked ""So, what can I do for you boys?""</div></blockquote><br/>Johannes scared by the response from Scott started blurting German ""Sir, ich meine Scott möchte äh äh der Maschine wissen, warum haben Zähne und wann ich die Arbeit beginnen?""<br/>Johannes waited paciently for a response from Scott"
244,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452,2014-11-17T17:23:00,Ammar,"Scott started to laugh, but then he got angry. ""A raise? You just started here, and are now asking for a raise?"" The phone then rang. He answered saying ""Yeah yeah. I'll get to you in a moment."" He turned his attention back to them. ""Now, what is it you want?"""
245,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452,2014-11-17T17:26:00,Lingria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Ammar <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320452&amp;p=22474385#p22474385"">wrote</a>:</cite>Scott started to laugh, but then he got angry. ""A raise? You just started here, and are now asking for a raise?"" The phone then rang. He answered saying ""Yeah yeah. I'll get to you in a moment."" He turned his attention back to them. ""Now, what is it you want?""</div></blockquote><br/>""Sir when do I start and why do the Machines need teeth?"""
246,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452,2014-11-17T17:28:00,Ammar,"<blockquote><div><cite>Freddy Fazbears Pizza <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320452&amp;p=22474118#p22474118"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Ammar <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320452&amp;p=22473680#p22473680"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Ahoy there, me sallewag."" Foxy excitedly responded with his metal tongue wagging all over the place. Foxy frantically looked all around answering questions the kids asked when a new face entered. In an Australian sounding voice, ""No no no."" he whined dispersing the crowd. ""Foxy, what are you doin' out here? Get ya gears back in there!"" he ordered as Foxy, sadky, went back inside.<br/><br/>The man turned his attention to John. ""Oh yes, top of the morning to ya. I'm Sesal, the CFO of the park."" he introduced.</div></blockquote><br/>John frowned when he heard the man scold Foxy. He watched the fox robot go back to his spot and felt bad for the robot. It was kinda silly, but he did feel an emotional connection with the Freddy Fazbear characters. <br/><br/>He soon heard the Australian voice again and turned to Sesal. ""Hello. Nice to meet you Sir. I'm the new technician for the animatronics. I must say, they are very impressive robots. They're the most advanced I've ever seen to be honest.""<br/><br/>He turned back to look at Foxy for a moment. The way he talked and followed commands made him seem almost alive. He was sure it was just clever programming, but he still wanted a chance to test the limits of their software.</div></blockquote><br/>Sesal took that as a compliment. ""Yes they sure are. You know, the software used on these guys wee intended to be used in the line of duty. Foxy here was going to a real Robocop, but after the programmer got detained for illegally owned firearms, Scott purchased the software, reworking it for these guys to keep the park safe."" he explained."
247,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452,2014-11-17T17:39:00,Ammar,"At the diner, there was a loud banging sound coming from the kitchen. Bonnie came out with a pizza covering his face. Inside, the head chef Vito was complaining about how disgusting the food he had t prepare was. ""It is outrageous. Kids may eat anything, but not this garbage!"" he complained. He threw out the frozen pizza and got out some flour. ""If you want a job done right, do it yourself."" he muttered starting to cook."
248,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452,2014-11-17T17:40:00,Jeremy Beaver,"John Howler began his day just like anyone else. But Johns days are always different some way some how. After getting ready and Dressing up for his new job at the park after Working for Olive garden for 5 years he got to the Theme park. Upon showing his ID and getting in he went to the Restaurant. Children and Bored out of there mind Parents is all he saw on his way there. He assumed his Post and started Showing families to there seats.<br/><br/>But. Something was off, he felt Watched. Not sure by who or what. he decides to Take his break and Meet up with Fellow employee's in the Lounge. No one was there so he just sat there Resting, Waiting."
249,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452,2014-11-17T17:47:00,Ammar,"<blockquote><div><cite>Lingria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320452&amp;p=22474431#p22474431"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Ammar <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320452&amp;p=22474385#p22474385"">wrote</a>:</cite>Scott started to laugh, but then he got angry. ""A raise? You just started here, and are now asking for a raise?"" The phone then rang. He answered saying ""Yeah yeah. I'll get to you in a moment."" He turned his attention back to them. ""Now, what is it you want?""</div></blockquote><br/>""Sir when do I start and why do the Machines need teeth?""</div></blockquote><br/>Scott calmed down. ""Oh, uh, you have tje night shift, right?"" Scott asked for clarity pulling out his books of papers. ""Let's see, the night shift will begin at 11:30 tonight and last till 5:30. I think."" he said, turning back to his phone. ""Well, you can't even cook!"" he raged at the other guy telling the two to leave."
250,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452,2014-11-17T17:56:00,Freddy Fazbears Pizza,"<blockquote><div><cite>Ammar <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320452&amp;p=22474451#p22474451"">wrote</a>:</cite>Sesal took that as a compliment. ""Yes they sure are. You know, the software used on these guys wee intended to be used in the line of duty. Foxy here was going to a real Robocop, but after the programmer got detained for illegally owned firearms, Scott purchased the software, reworking it for these guys to keep the park safe."" he explained.</div></blockquote><br/>John smiled and said ""Back when I worked for Cyberdyne I helped design robots for the military, but not even those were like Foxy and his friends. I really liked these guys as a kid. It's great to get to work with them as an adult as well. I look forward to getting to know them better. If any of them start to malfunction, give me a call""<br/><br/>He had heard of the project to make robotic police, as well as it's unfortunate end. Within the robotics industry it made quite a stir. He just didn't know the machines were bought by Freddy's Funland. John had a newfound respect for the animatronics, and he now understood why they were a cut above the average amusement park contraption."
251,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452,2014-11-17T18:04:00,Jeremy Beaver,Ignore
252,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452&start=25,2014-11-17T18:15:00,Shark isle,"Clifford arrived at the employ parking lot and sighed. It was his first day at his new job and he had mixed thoughts. As he walked to his place at the Sledgehammer game he thought to himself,'' One good thing about this new job is that i get paid just to encourage people to waste their money but the downside is that i have to stand out in the cold"". His wristwatch suddenly went off it was time for him to get ready for his shift. He also has to use his inhaler because his doctor ordered Him to take it every four hours. So he used inhaler as he walked to station. Once he was there he started to set up for the day."
253,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452&start=25,2014-11-17T19:19:00,Northern European Senates remnants,"Johan was pushed away from Scott, he didn't understand, he could cook, he was an Italian immigrant, that worked for his friends pizza and pasta restaurant, he moved over looking for work and with a ten years restaurant experience he thought he would be the best, he wasn't the best with English, and when the resume asked for references he put his wife's name on it. So the CEO was confused he had to prove himself. So he walked into the kitchen and got into his chef overalls, he walked over to Vito and explained, ""sir, you don't know me and you can't trust me yet, I'm the new chef that will be assisting you, Scott said I can't cook, but I'm from Italy and have spent my whole life cooking for my family, this crap we are trying to cook is like a brick, I believe in real ingredients, like you. So please sir, give me a chance I will show you how good a chef I can be."" He stood back and waited for the reply."
254,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452&start=25,2014-11-17T19:31:00,Ammar,"<blockquote><div><cite>Northern European Senates remnants <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320452&amp;p=22475889#p22475889"">wrote</a>:</cite>Johan was pushed away from Scott, he didn't understand, he could cook, he was an Italian immigrant, that worked for his friends pizza and pasta restaurant, he moved over looking for work and with a ten years restaurant experience he thought he would be the best, he wasn't the best with English, and when the resume asked for references he put his wife's name on it. So the CEO was confused he had to prove himself. So he walked into the kitchen and got into his chef overalls, he walked over to Vito and explained, ""sir, you don't know me and you can't trust me yet, I'm the new chef that will be assisting you, Scott said I can't cook, but I'm from Italy and have spent my whole life cooking for my family, this crap we are trying to cook is like a brick, I believe in real ingredients, like you. So please sir, give me a chance I will show you how good a chef I can be."" He stood back and waited for the reply.</div></blockquote><br/>Vito was still grumbling to himself over the food as he rubbed tomatoe sauce over the pizza. When the new face talked, he was happy to see another culinary professional. 'Ah, wonderful!"" he happily said handing him a wedge of cheese. ""Could you please grind as much of this as possible? There's a birthday today and I need a lot of pies."" he said hurrying along. Bonnie then came in and said ""Hey there, Vito!"" only for Vito to throw a tomatoe at him. ""Shoo. Only people with talent are allowed in here!"" he scolded."
255,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452&start=25,2014-11-17T19:42:00,Northern European Senates remnants,"<blockquote><div><cite>Ammar <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320452&amp;p=22476020#p22476020"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Northern European Senates remnants <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320452&amp;p=22475889#p22475889"">wrote</a>:</cite>Johan was pushed away from Scott, he didn't understand, he could cook, he was an Italian immigrant, that worked for his friends pizza and pasta restaurant, he moved over looking for work and with a ten years restaurant experience he thought he would be the best, he wasn't the best with English, and when the resume asked for references he put his wife's name on it. So the CEO was confused he had to prove himself. So he walked into the kitchen and got into his chef overalls, he walked over to Vito and explained, ""sir, you don't know me and you can't trust me yet, I'm the new chef that will be assisting you, Scott said I can't cook, but I'm from Italy and have spent my whole life cooking for my family, this crap we are trying to cook is like a brick, I believe in real ingredients, like you. So please sir, give me a chance I will show you how good a chef I can be."" He stood back and waited for the reply.</div></blockquote><br/>Vito was still grumbling to himself over the food as he rubbed tomatoe sauce over the pizza. When the new face talked, he was happy to see another culinary professional. 'Ah, wonderful!"" he happily said handing him a wedge of cheese. ""Could you please grind as much of this as possible? There's a birthday today and I need a lot of pies."" he said hurrying along. Bonnie then came in and said ""Hey there, Vito!"" only for Vito to throw a tomatoe at him. ""Shoo. Only people with talent are allowed in here!"" he scolded.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Great Johan thought someone who actually cares. He took the cheese and started grating, it wasn't much but he didn't care, he wasn't supposed to be working he called out, ""Vito why does the rabbit come in here?"" He continued when he though Vito couldn't hear him. He said, ""Vito my name is Johan."" Johan kept walking and continued with the cheese when he finished he started frying bacon and slicing tomatoes."
256,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452&start=25,2014-11-17T19:45:00,Mandicoria,"Just as evening was approaching, and night coming not long after; Michael arrived in the parking lot riding his bicycle. Gas prices these days would keep him from being able to pay the college as much as possible, and riding a bike would do him good anyways. Health-wise that was. He slowly rode up to the park entrance, and stopped at the bicycle parking. Michael sighed and looked at his watch "".... Bloody thing is still off."" He just shrugged and got off his bike ""Better check if I got enough batteries for the flashlight, goodness knows I'm gonna need that thing here. Place's lighting looks real bad."" He slowly took his backpack off, and checked everything in it.<br/><br/>Two minutes of looking passed until he was satisfied. ""Awesome, got five batteries; should last for three days! Appears the security cap is in there! Now all I gotta do is just find... Aha!"" Michael pulled out his company name tag and put it on his uniform ""There we go. Now, to the employee lounge! I hope there are more night shift guys here. Could use some chit-chat. Got some pocket change for a soda or something, so I should be fine on food."" He then one-strapped his backpack and walked to the gate. He showed the ticket people his tag and headed right in.<br/><br/>""Now, where is that employee lounge?"" he said to himself ""Hmmm, let's see."" he then pulled out a small pocket map of the park, and looked around. ""Ah, there it is, not too far from where I am!"" And without a moment's notice, he rushed off."
257,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452&start=25,2014-11-17T19:50:00,Northern European Senates remnants,"Johan looked out side and called to Vito, "" excuse me sir, the night guards are here should we be packing up and leaving soon, we can come back and finish it tomorrow I've already finished most the pizzas."""
258,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452&start=25,2014-11-17T20:11:00,Ammar,"""Well, Johan,"" Vito started, ""Bonnie's a bit of a friendly one. He tries to come in here often to help make pizza, but he usually gets onto me for throwing out the frozen ones. I have to keep him out for the sake of real flavor.""<br/><br/>As the shift continued, Vito noticed that the day shift was almost up. ""Oh yes. I thunk it would be time to get things ready for tonight. Just get the dishes washed off while I put away the ingredients."" he said gathering the vegetables. Outside, Bonnie looked a little off, almost demonic. Vito worriedly said ""I suggest getting done as soon as possible. Bonnie gets a little weird at this time."""
259,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452&start=25,2014-11-17T20:15:00,Jeremy Beaver,"John howler heard someone Comeing and looked at his watch ""Oh its all most the night shift I guess I can stay a little bit longer."" He said to him self and continued to eat His chips from the Vending machine in the Employee Lounge."
260,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452&start=25,2014-11-17T20:23:00,Lingria,"Johannes walked to work from his point of view this new job was a new future but he considered the Machines weird and frightening but it was his job and he didn't walk to be late,When Johannes arrived it was dark and he went to the Desk and asked where they wanted him"
261,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452&start=25,2014-11-17T20:27:00,Ammar,"It was almost time for closing. Taking into account the final totals, Sesal and Scott parted. Scott couldn't of been happier to get out of there. The memory of the old chacters locked away stuck with him for a while. The park was basically one big burial ground for the victims of '97. He felt sorry for those who had to watch the place tonight, especially with ""those"" wondering around."
262,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452&start=25,2014-11-17T20:29:00,Northern European Senates remnants,"<blockquote><div><cite>Ammar <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320452&amp;p=22476606#p22476606"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Well, Johan,"" Vito started, ""Bonnie's a bit of a friendly one. He tries to come in here often to help make pizza, but he usually gets onto me for throwing out the frozen ones. I have to keep him out for the sake of real flavor.""<br/><br/>As the shift continued, Vito noticed that the day shift was almost up. ""Oh yes. I thunk it would be time to get things ready for tonight. Just get the dishes washed off while I put away the ingredients."" he said gathering the vegetables. Outside, Bonnie looked a little off, almost demonic. Vito worriedly said ""I suggest getting done as soon as possible. Bonnie gets a little weird at this time.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Johan answered, ""they're like dr jeckle and mr hide aren't they? Yes I will get onto those dishes done in about ten and I will be out,"" Johan glanced outside as bonnie started to shudder, and change…<br/><br/>When Johan finished the dishes, he said goodbye to Vito and left at 11:27 three minutes before closing he walked with Vito to his car and got in his own, Vito was a good boss, he hoped he could stay by his side, he drove away at 11:31 as the animatronics became different and the night guards walked to their stations."
263,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452&start=25,2014-11-17T20:30:00,Old Craet,"As 'Lizzy' pulled into the parking lot, she started to feel nervous.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">This is my first day on my new job. Don't mess it up now. Alright. Wallet? Check. Snack? Check. Pistol for self defense? Check. Alright. I'm ready.</span>'Lizzy thought to herself. She walked in the front door expecting the worse to come. She got to her station and just waited for her shift."
264,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452&start=25,2014-11-17T20:33:00,Mandicoria,"Michael walked up to the employee's lounge door and read the sign by it. ""Yep, this is it!"" He then opened the door and headed in; he stopped and looked around; he saw the usual stuff you would see in a lounge area snack machines, some furniture. Michael then noticed a fellow worker munching on some chips ""Oh hello! The name's Michael! Friends call me Mikey. Well, who would make that assumption, am I right? Heh heh."" He sat by his co-worker, ""So, what's your name?"""
265,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452&start=25,2014-11-17T20:34:00,Jeremy Beaver,"""Oh hey there names John Howler im a waiter here.""John howler looked at his watch ""Shit I better get home! Gonna be late for my Tv show."" John howler books it out side and Bumps into a lady Entering the Park she had a side arm, Possibly Security? ""Sorry! Gotta go!"" John got out of the park and went home. His first day was weird he felt watched all the time."
266,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452&start=25,2014-11-17T20:36:00,Ammar,"Santa, at the Fazbear Christmas set, was first to start wondering. As there was no rain, he mived his way through the building along with Freddy. They both laughed as they left and began their usual wondering. Santa though had a keen interest though on checking up on Marionette, seeing if he was locked up. While Freddy stayed in the Showtime area, Santa made his way to the gzmes to see Marionette."
267,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452&start=25,2014-11-17T20:38:00,Shark isle,"Clifford noticed that his shift was almost over. So he closed down his stall used his inhaler locked up the water balloon stand because his boss told him to and started to walk to the employee parking lot. As he walked he took out his cell phone and called his wife. He said to his wife in a happy tone of voice,"" Today has been a good day and i cannot wait for tomorrow in fact i might take the Grand children over here this weekend"". Clifford then climbed into his pickup truck and drove wondering what tomorrow will be like."
268,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452&start=25,2014-11-17T20:47:00,Mandicoria,"Michael, surprised by the sudden exit by John, just shrugged and pulled out his security cap and flashlight. ""Hmmm, I wonder if I should keep a spare in my pocket. yeah, I think I'll do that."" He then pulled out a battery and a pack of gum. ""Should probably check if the other guards are here yet. Sure would suck if they turn out to be sick."" He then popped a stick of gum in his mouth, and hurried out.<br/><br/>The flashlight seems to work quite well, well, it should seeing on how it is a day old. Michael just looked around at the various attractions, all becoming more creepy as the sun slowly set on the horizon; taking away all the light."
269,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452&start=25,2014-11-17T21:02:00,Lingria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Ammar <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320452&amp;p=22476919#p22476919"">wrote</a>:</cite>Santa, at the Fazbear Christmas set, was first to start wondering. As there was no rain, he mived his way through the building along with Freddy. They both laughed as they left and began their usual wondering. Santa though had a keen interest though on checking up on Marionette, seeing if he was locked up. While Freddy stayed in the Showtime area, Santa made his way to the gzmes to see Marionette.</div></blockquote><br/>When Johannes heard Squeaking he went and tried to find Lizzy but with no luck pulled out his M1911 that he kept with him and yelled ""Who's there?SHOW THY SELF"" When he heard no response he put his gun away and shrugged he then walked to Lizzy's Post to ask about stuff and why he was hearing a sound almost like metal grinding"
270,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452&start=25,2014-11-18T11:07:00,Ammar,"<blockquote><div><cite>Lingria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320452&amp;p=22477215#p22477215"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Ammar <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320452&amp;p=22476919#p22476919"">wrote</a>:</cite>Santa, at the Fazbear Christmas set, was first to start wondering. As there was no rain, he mived his way through the building along with Freddy. They both laughed as they left and began their usual wondering. Santa though had a keen interest though on checking up on Marionette, seeing if he was locked up. While Freddy stayed in the Showtime area, Santa made his way to the gzmes to see Marionette.</div></blockquote><br/>When Johannes heard Squeaking he went and tried to find Lizzy but with no luck pulled out his M1911 that he kept with him and yelled ""Who's there?SHOW THY SELF"" When he heard no response he put his gun away and shrugged he then walked to Lizzy's Post to ask about stuff and why he was hearing a sound almost like metal grinding</div></blockquote><br/>Santa Clause turned around abruptly, giving out a loud ""Ho, ho ho! Merry Christmas!"" as if trying to alert the other animatronics. The robot came out into a street light, black boots pounding the ground. The robot's body was completely silver, with a bright red coat. It had a large bag over its shoulder, and a metallic hat. As it was Santa, it appeared to be fat, but was really just part of the costume. The robot smiled, scanning the thing in front of it. At first, Santa believed it to be another robot, but wait. There was a problem. That robot was out of costume. ""Well now, break is over. Time to get back in uniform."" the jolly robot laughed as it approached."
271,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452&start=25,2014-11-18T12:23:00,Mandicoria,"Michael walked near the candy store after a few minutes of just wandering near the gate. He examined the doors and shined his light through the glass windows. ""Hmm, wonder if they have any candy still in there. They surely won't miss it."" He pulled out his keys and unlocked the doors ""Just check in here real quick, maybe get a gumball or something, leave, and lock the doors. Simple."" He opened the door and walked inside, shining his light at the various shelves. He walked around 3 aisles until he heard some yelling outside, along with a distant 'Ho, ho, ho'; something was wrong. Michael then hurried out, after grabbing a small sucker of course, and locked the doors.<br/><br/>He rushed to where he heard the sound, and as he arrived he saw Santa approaching a fellow guard. ""Hey, who goes there?"" he shouted as he pointed his flashlight at them both ""What the..."""
272,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452&start=25,2014-11-18T14:39:00,Lingria,"Johann's Military ability toke over and he scanned the room but found nothing that's when he heard a ""Ho,Ho, ho"" He turned around and saw a Santa like figure standing a hundred meters away he pulled out the M1911 and lifted it while yelling ""HALT IDENTIFY YOURSELVES!!""<br/>When he heard no response he took small shuffles towards it but that's when he noticed it wasn't Human it was a machine and its eyes open and flashed red ""AGH!!"" He yelled ""I DONT GET PAYED ENOUGH FOR THIS!!"" Then he sprinted in the opposite direction ""HELP DEAR LORDY HALP!!"" he screamed<span style=""font-style: italic"">""DIESE MASCHINEN SIND BÖSE!!""</span>he yelled in rapid German"
273,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452&start=25,2014-11-18T15:03:00,Ammar,"As Santa came closer laughing, a jingle started playing. It had a qoothing feel to it as a light flickered on and off. Freddy was close, indicated by his deep laugh. The bear in a bow tie and vest towered above the gaurd, or endoskeleton. Freddy happily said ""Hey there friend. Are you lost?"""
274,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452&start=25,2014-11-18T16:56:00,Lingria,"Johannes stared in horror at the machine as it called him a ""friend"" his instant reaction was to run and run he did he turned left and sprinted as fast as he could without stopping he hoped he would bump into another guard and them tell him their suppose to do that"
275,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452&start=25,2014-11-18T17:50:00,Slenderman The CreepyPasta King,"Anthony was excited about his new job that he would start in the morning so he decided to get some sleep. After a few minutes he fell asleep. He dreampt of foxy, bonnie and freddy were there to welcome him while chica and santa were entertaining children. Then the dream took a turn for the worse, foxy bit straight through his skull. Anthony woke up in a cold sweat, but calmed down whe he dismissed the dream as him being nervous. If only he knew what was to come"
276,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452&start=25,2014-11-18T18:22:00,Mandicoria,"Michael rushed over to where Johannes was running ""Hey! Stop!"" he shined his flashlight at him. ""What the hell is going on over here?"" he stopped as he saw to giant figures approaching them both, he shined his flashlight at them ""Who goes there- WHAT THE HELL?!?!"" Michael shook in horror as he saw the two animatronics appear in the light, he almost dropped his flashlight out of complete fear ""Is this some sort of joke?"" he asked nervously."
277,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452&start=50,2014-11-18T18:25:00,Lingria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Mandicoria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320452&amp;p=22486140#p22486140"">wrote</a>:</cite>Michael rushed over to where Johannes was running ""Hey! Stop!"" he shined his flashlight at him. ""What the hell is going on over here?"" Michael stopped as he saw to giant figures approaching them both, he shined his flashlight at them ""Who goes there- WHAT THE HELL?!?!"" Michael shook in horror as he saw the two animatronics appear in the light, he almost dropped his flashlight out of complete fear ""Is this some sort of joke?"" he asked nervously.</div></blockquote><br/>Johannes spoke frantically ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Nein Nein, das ist kein Witz, fast mein selbst gepinkelt haben würde nicht wenn dies war ein Witz, dass diese ""Dinge"" Dämonen Dämonen sind</span>""<br/>""Micheal please by the Lord above tell me their suppose to do that"""
278,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452&start=50,2014-11-18T18:33:00,Northern European Senates remnants,"Johan finally got home, he looked at his watch it was one in the morning, he thought to himself gee this job is demanding from 9 till 11:30. A 13 and a half hour shift, he decided not to eat and went straight to bed where his wife was. He thought of the park, Vito and Scott and how the animatronics changed during the night. He wandered if he would wake up out of this. And stop dreaming about the perfect job. Working at the park was 1 in a 100 chance and Johan got it. He fell asleep."
279,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452&start=50,2014-11-18T18:48:00,Ammar,"The robots didn't answer. They just kept laughing until Freddy started playing his jingle again. ""Friends should always help friends."" Santa said as he approached Johane reaching out. ""Don't worry. We'll have you back in costume soon enough."" Freddy went over to the other gaurd almost like a zombie. ""Come on now. The kids are waiting."" he said."
280,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452&start=50,2014-11-18T19:22:00,Lingria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Ammar <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320452&amp;p=22486435#p22486435"">wrote</a>:</cite>The robots didn't answer. They just kept laughing until Freddy started playing his jingle again. ""Friends should always help friends."" Santa said as he approached Johane reaching out. ""Don't worry. We'll have you back in costume soon enough."" Freddy went over to the other gaurd almost like a zombie. ""Come on now. The kids are waiting."" he said.</div></blockquote><br/>Johannes looked Micheal in the eye ""Are they suppose to be doing this?""He asked while backing away"
281,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452&start=50,2014-11-18T19:36:00,Freddy Fazbears Pizza,"John spent most of the day exploring the park. Everything seemed in good order, in fact it looked like a lot of fun. For his first shift all he had to do was fix a stuck eyelid on Freddy and oil the joints on the animatronics before leaving. John hoped to get to see their inner workings, but for now he would have to wait. Before his shift ended he waved goodbye to the animatronics, and went on a few rides before heading home. As John relaxed he wondered what the next day would bring. He was almost jealous of the guards who would get to spend all night with the cool new animatronics...."
282,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452&start=50,2014-11-18T21:31:00,Old Craet,"<blockquote><div><cite>Lingria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320452&amp;p=22486805#p22486805"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Ammar <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320452&amp;p=22486435#p22486435"">wrote</a>:</cite>The robots didn't answer. They just kept laughing until Freddy started playing his jingle again. ""Friends should always help friends."" Santa said as he approached Johane reaching out. ""Don't worry. We'll have you back in costume soon enough."" Freddy went over to the other gaurd almost like a zombie. ""Come on now. The kids are waiting."" he said.</div></blockquote><br/>Johannes looked Micheal in the eye ""Are they suppose to be doing this?""He asked while backing away</div></blockquote><br/>'Lizzy' shot her gun in the air, distracting the animatronics from the two guards.<br/>""Oi! Come here, I'm not in my suit!"" She yelled at the animatronics. As they approached her she ran through the door and outside.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">As long as they're distracted from my fellow guards, they should be able to get help.</span>'Lizzy thought to herself. She looked around and saw a janitor's closet.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Aha! I'll lock them in there, they can't get out.</span>'Lizzy' thought. She then lead the two animatronics to the closet, and with some finesse and good old fashion strength, locked the two in there.<br/>""You guys alright? I heard what they said, and it doesn't sound pleasant."" 'Lizzy' said to the two guards who just came outside."
283,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452&start=50,2014-11-18T21:36:00,Lingria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Old Craet <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320452&amp;p=22488191#p22488191"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Lingria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320452&amp;p=22486805#p22486805"">wrote</a>:</cite>Johannes looked Micheal in the eye ""Are they suppose to be doing this?""He asked while backing away</div></blockquote><br/>'Lizzy' shot her gun in the air, distracting the animatronics from the two guards.<br/>""Oi! Come here, I'm not in my suit!"" She yelled at the animatronics. As they approached her she ran through the door and outside.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">As long as they're distracted from my fellow guards, they should be able to get help.</span> 'Lizzy thought to herself. She looked around and saw a janitor's closet.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Aha! I'll lock them in there, they can't get out.</span> 'Lizzy' thought. She then lead the two animatronics to the closet, and with some finesse and good old fashion strength, locked the two in there.<br/>""You guys alright? I heard what they said, and it doesn't sound pleasant."" 'Lizzy' said to the two guards who just came outside.</div></blockquote><br/>Johannes still griping his pistol responded first ""Ja I'm okay"" Johannes clearly by his facial expression wasn't okay he had seen some scary shit in the army but nothing like this<span style=""font-style: italic"">This is a joke it's all just a joke right?</span>Johannes thought he stretched out his hand and said ""Hallo madam I am Johannes Gutenburg and this is Michael"""
284,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452&start=50,2014-11-18T21:48:00,Old Craet,"<blockquote><div><cite>Lingria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320452&amp;p=22488250#p22488250"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Old Craet <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320452&amp;p=22488191#p22488191"">wrote</a>:</cite>'Lizzy' shot her gun in the air, distracting the animatronics from the two guards.<br/>""Oi! Come here, I'm not in my suit!"" She yelled at the animatronics. As they approached her she ran through the door and outside.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">As long as they're distracted from my fellow guards, they should be able to get help.</span> 'Lizzy thought to herself. She looked around and saw a janitor's closet.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Aha! I'll lock them in there, they can't get out.</span> 'Lizzy' thought. She then lead the two animatronics to the closet, and with some finesse and good old fashion strength, locked the two in there.<br/>""You guys alright? I heard what they said, and it doesn't sound pleasant."" 'Lizzy' said to the two guards who just came outside.</div></blockquote><br/>Johannes still griping his pistol responded first ""Ja I'm okay"" Johannes clearly by his facial expression wasn't okay he had seen some scary shit in the army but nothing like this <span style=""font-style: italic"">This is a joke it's all just a joke right?</span> Johannes thought he stretched out his hand and said ""Hallo madam I am Johannes Gutenburg and this is Michael""</div></blockquote><br/>""Ah!<span style=""font-style: italic"">Sprechen sie Deutsch</span>?"" 'Lizzy' asked with rough sounding German. She'd taken a German class in high school because she felt like she would need it someday. Sometimes the world is just funny like that.<br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Ich spreche ein bisschen Deutsch</span>. 'Lizzy' continued to say. She figured talking to this man in his native language would be the best way to help him.<br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Fast vergessen. Mein Name ist Elizabeth. Obwohl die meisten Leute nennen mich 'Lizzy'.</span>'Lizzy' said, extending her arm out to shake Johannes's hand."
285,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452&start=50,2014-11-18T22:06:00,Lingria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Old Craet <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320452&amp;p=22488336#p22488336"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Lingria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320452&amp;p=22488250#p22488250"">wrote</a>:</cite>Johannes still griping his pistol responded first ""Ja I'm okay"" Johannes clearly by his facial expression wasn't okay he had seen some scary shit in the army but nothing like this <span style=""font-style: italic"">This is a joke it's all just a joke right?</span> Johannes thought he stretched out his hand and said ""Hallo madam I am Johannes Gutenburg and this is Michael""</div></blockquote><br/>""Ah! <span style=""font-style: italic"">Sprechen sie Deutsch</span>?"" 'Lizzy' asked with rough sounding German. She'd taken a German class in high school because she felt like she would need it someday. Sometimes the world is just funny like that.<br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Ich spreche ein bisschen Deutsch</span>. 'Lizzy' continued to say. She figured talking to this man in his native language would be the best way to help him.<br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Fast vergessen. Mein Name ist Elizabeth. Obwohl die meisten Leute nennen mich 'Lizzy'.</span> 'Lizzy' said, extending her arm out to shake Johannes's hand.</div></blockquote><br/>Johannes raised an eyebrow after shaking 'Lizzys' hand<br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Ah gut Lizzy, es ist eine Freude, jemanden der solche feinen Gnade als Sie kennen zu lernen und es ist extrem, dass Sie Deutsch kennen, aber es keine Notwendigkeit an den Schwerpunkt auf die S gibt</span>"" Johannes said in flawless German<br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Nun hatte ich gerade angekommen hörte ich einen Weihnachtsmann wie Ho'ing So zog ich aus meinem M1911 nur incase, wenn ich endlich sehen konnte, was die Figur aussah entdeckte ich rote Augen natürlich ich nicht nur rum und haben ein Gespräch, so dass ich rannte und traf Michael wen er es mit seiner Taschenlampe nur zu bemerken blitzte, dass sie versuchten, die ""uns Zeug"" zu umgehen</span>Johannes explained his situation and why he was holding a Gun in his hand"
286,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452&start=50,2014-11-18T22:12:00,Old Craet,"<blockquote><div><cite>Lingria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320452&amp;p=22488474#p22488474"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Old Craet <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320452&amp;p=22488336#p22488336"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Ah! <span style=""font-style: italic"">Sprechen sie Deutsch</span>?"" 'Lizzy' asked with rough sounding German. She'd taken a German class in high school because she felt like she would need it someday. Sometimes the world is just funny like that.<br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Ich spreche ein bisschen Deutsch</span>. 'Lizzy' continued to say. She figured talking to this man in his native language would be the best way to help him.<br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Fast vergessen. Mein Name ist Elizabeth. Obwohl die meisten Leute nennen mich 'Lizzy'.</span> 'Lizzy' said, extending her arm out to shake Johannes's hand.</div></blockquote><br/>Johannes raised an eyebrow after shaking 'Lizzys' hand <br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Ah gut Lizzy, es ist eine Freude, jemanden der solche feinen Gnade als Sie kennen zu lernen und es ist extrem, dass Sie Deutsch kennen, aber es keine Notwendigkeit an den Schwerpunkt auf die S gibt</span>"" Johannes said in flawless German<br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Nun hatte ich gerade angekommen hörte ich einen Weihnachtsmann wie Ho'ing So zog ich aus meinem M1911 nur incase, wenn ich endlich sehen konnte, was die Figur aussah entdeckte ich rote Augen natürlich ich nicht nur rum und haben ein Gespräch, so dass ich rannte und traf Michael wen er es mit seiner Taschenlampe nur zu bemerken blitzte, dass sie versuchten, die ""uns Zeug"" zu umgehen</span> Johannes explained his situation and why he was holding a Gun in his hand</div></blockquote><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">So würden sie zu Ihnen in den Anzügen stopfen? Seltsam. Nun, halten Sie ein Auge, ich muss zurück zu meinem Büro. Bis später!</span>"" 'Lizzy' said as she trotted off to her office. Her job was to monitor the security cameras in case of shifty activity. She sat at her seat and looked at the screen, waiting for anything to happen."
287,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452&start=50,2014-11-18T22:25:00,Lingria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Old Craet <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320452&amp;p=22488525#p22488525"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Lingria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320452&amp;p=22488474#p22488474"">wrote</a>:</cite>Johannes raised an eyebrow after shaking 'Lizzys' hand <br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Ah gut Lizzy, es ist eine Freude, jemanden der solche feinen Gnade als Sie kennen zu lernen und es ist extrem, dass Sie Deutsch kennen, aber es keine Notwendigkeit an den Schwerpunkt auf die S gibt</span>"" Johannes said in flawless German<br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Nun hatte ich gerade angekommen hörte ich einen Weihnachtsmann wie Ho'ing So zog ich aus meinem M1911 nur incase, wenn ich endlich sehen konnte, was die Figur aussah entdeckte ich rote Augen natürlich ich nicht nur rum und haben ein Gespräch, so dass ich rannte und traf Michael wen er es mit seiner Taschenlampe nur zu bemerken blitzte, dass sie versuchten, die ""uns Zeug"" zu umgehen</span> Johannes explained his situation and why he was holding a Gun in his hand</div></blockquote><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">So würden sie zu Ihnen in den Anzügen stopfen? Seltsam. Nun, halten Sie ein Auge, ich muss zurück zu meinem Büro. Bis später!</span>"" 'Lizzy' said as she trotted off to her office. Her job was to monitor the security cameras in case of shifty activity. She sat at her seat and looked at the screen, waiting for anything to happen.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Indeed she is very odd</span>Johannes thought to himself as he was walking to his station he checked his phone and found one message from a Phoneguy reading ""If you are reading this then you are Johannes Gutenburg if so then you just applied for Freddy's Funland but let me inform you that underneath all that cuteness is evil the Animatronics tend to wander at night and it only gets worse as you progress through the week Have fun and.......Don't get Killed""<br/>After reading this Johannes eyes went wide open ""Don't get Killed"" Johannes repeated ""Oh this gotta be good"" he arrived at the office stations to find Lizzy face first into a computer screen"
288,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452&start=50,2014-11-19T00:37:00,Australian rePublic,As Yurri Turashamat appeared for his first shift excited and ready for the job. He walked and began his shift. He immediatelly began repairing the robots
289,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452&start=50,2014-11-19T05:22:00,Slenderman The CreepyPasta King,"Anthony arrived for his first shift at Freddy Fazbear's Funland. He was like a little kid coming to an amusement park for the first time, very excited and yet very nervous. He went to find the CEO or a park manager to see where he should start."
290,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452&start=50,2014-11-19T06:07:00,Lingria,Deleted
291,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452&start=50,2014-11-19T06:15:00,Crysuko,"Ned arrived, refreshed from his sleep and knowing there would be work needing doing. He made his way to the ever rickety 'coaster and set about repairing some lose electronics.<br/><br/>He couldn't help but wonder of the night guards had seen anything."
292,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452&start=50,2014-11-19T06:48:00,Mandicoria,-deleted-
293,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452&start=50,2014-11-19T09:35:00,Ammar,"<blockquote><div><cite>Lingria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320452&amp;p=22488611#p22488611"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Old Craet <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320452&amp;p=22488525#p22488525"">wrote</a>:</cite>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">So würden sie zu Ihnen in den Anzügen stopfen? Seltsam. Nun, halten Sie ein Auge, ich muss zurück zu meinem Büro. Bis später!</span>"" 'Lizzy' said as she trotted off to her office. Her job was to monitor the security cameras in case of shifty activity. She sat at her seat and looked at the screen, waiting for anything to happen.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Indeed she is very odd</span> Johannes thought to himself as he was walking to his station he checked his phone and found one message from a Phoneguy reading ""If you are reading this then you are Johannes Gutenburg if so then you just applied for Freddy's Funland but let me inform you that underneath all that cuteness is evil the Animatronics tend to wander at night and it only gets worse as you progress through the week Have fun and.......Don't get Killed""<br/>After reading this Johannes eyes went wide open ""Don't get Killed"" Johannes repeated ""Oh this gotta be good"" he arrived at the office stations to find Lizzy face first into a computer screen</div></blockquote><br/>On the camera, Foxy could be seen at the Foxy's Odyssey ride. He appeared to be asleep but was twitching wildly. Ever now and again, he would start singing to himself a short shanty before frantically looking around and getting ready to make a run for it. Eventually, Foxy got impatient and shouting ""Swiggity Swooty! I'm comin' for that booty!"" at the camera and charged off.<br/><br/>With Santa and Freddy, the two were quite annoyed that they got trapped in a supply closet. Inside, they could be heard screaming and laughing as they tried to break down the door, but then something happened. Something let them out. The only thing there was a yellow Freddy costume. Santa and Freddy were both confused by this. What was the suit even doing here? Regardless, Santa continued on his merry way to the Water Balloons to let out Puppet, shouting out ""Ho Ho Ho! Merry Chistmas!"" as the Puppet could be heard shaking the cage keeping it in."
294,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452&start=50,2014-11-19T11:24:00,Lingria,"""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Eh Lizzy, warum du nach einem Computer-Bildschirm guckst?</span>"" Johannes asked concerned<br/>""Auch ging Michael Heim"" ""Der Fuchs äh nur Swiggity Swooty Schrei! Komme ich für die Beute?""Johannes asked Lizzy with a face of interest"
295,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452&start=50,2014-11-19T12:52:00,Old Craet,"<blockquote><div><cite>Lingria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320452&amp;p=22492625#p22492625"">wrote</a>:</cite>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Eh Lizzy, warum du nach einem Computer-Bildschirm guckst?</span>"" Johannes asked concerned<br/>""Auch ging Michael Heim"" ""Der Fuchs äh nur Swiggity Swooty Schrei! Komme ich für die Beute?""Johannes asked Lizzy with a face of interest</div></blockquote><br/>""Shh!"" 'Lizzy' said to Johannes as she studied the computer screen.<br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Ich brauche dich, um zu gewährleisten, dass die Marionate ist gesperrt. Können Sie bitte Englisch sprechen? Es würde die Kommunikation viel schneller.</span>"" 'Lizzy' said to Johannes. She stepped outside to see if she could spot Foxy when she saw Foxy standing underneath a light post.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Looks like it's going to go into a constant restart until morning. Foxy should have know better then to stand under the bright light.</span>'Lizzy' thought to herself. She then stepped into the office and saw Johannes looking at the screen and then decided to take a very quick nap.<br/><br/><hr/><br/>Foxy regretted running through the light of the lamppost, since it had the same effect as having his eyes flashed by a flashlight. He had to wait until morning until he could be free.<br/><br/><hr/><br/>Santa walked towards the water ballon stand to release the Puppet. When he got there, he began to unlock the Puppet. After sometime, he released the Puppet. Now they both headed to the security room, were some endoskeletons were without their costumes."
296,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452&start=50,2014-11-19T13:58:00,Lingria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Old Craet <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320452&amp;p=22493497#p22493497"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Lingria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320452&amp;p=22492625#p22492625"">wrote</a>:</cite>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Eh Lizzy, warum du nach einem Computer-Bildschirm guckst?</span>"" Johannes asked concerned<br/>""Auch ging Michael Heim"" ""Der Fuchs äh nur Swiggity Swooty Schrei! Komme ich für die Beute?""Johannes asked Lizzy with a face of interest</div></blockquote><br/>""Shh!"" 'Lizzy' said to Johannes as she studied the computer screen.<br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Ich brauche dich, um zu gewährleisten, dass die Marionate ist gesperrt. Können Sie bitte Englisch sprechen? Es würde die Kommunikation viel schneller.</span>"" 'Lizzy' said to Johannes. She stepped outside to see if she could spot Foxy when she saw Foxy standing underneath a light post.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Looks like it's going to go into a constant restart until morning. Foxy should have know better then to stand under the bright light.</span> 'Lizzy' thought to herself. She then stepped into the office and saw Johannes looking at the screen and then decided to take a very quick nap.<br/><br/><hr/><br/>Foxy regretted running through the light of the lamppost, since it had the same effect as having his eyes flashed by a flashlight. He had to wait until morning until he could be free.<br/><br/><hr/><br/>Santa walked towards the water ballon stand to release the Puppet. When he got there, he began to unlock the Puppet. After sometime, he released the Puppet. Now they both headed to the security room, were some endoskeletons were without their costumes.</div></blockquote><br/>Johannes cleared his throat before saying ""Yes.....But I'm rusty with English""<br/>""Take a nap I'll cover from here "" Johannes searched the room and found a Music Box for fun he started to wind it up from the look of the camera it sent the ""Puppet"" into a trancelike state<br/>He saw Santa through the Camera he was closing on their position he grabbed 'Lizzy's gun and unholstered his and waited with the Guns pointed at both entrances"
297,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452&start=50,2014-11-19T14:35:00,Crysuko,"Ned felt uneasy. Was it just him, or was everything sudden feeling a lot more tense? as if chaos was happening around him and he couldn't see it"
298,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452&start=50,2014-11-19T17:20:00,Mandicoria,"Michael quickly rushed over to the security office to find his co-workers. He kept his flashlight ready just in case if he saw anything else try to get the jump on him. Eventually, he reached the security room door and looked through the window. ""Is anyone in there? All I remember is seeing you guys running, and those .....<span style=""font-style: italic"">things</span>rushing off! Hello?"" He then shone his flashlight through the window ""Alright guys, if you're in there, I'll have you know I'm heading to the Employee's Lounge!"" Michael then turned and looked around, before slowly moving away from the security office.<br/><br/>All Michael could think was about what the hell was going on with the animatronics. Was it people playing a prank on the newbies? Or was it something else, something more sinister? He didn't know, all he cared about was getting through the night so he could greet the comfy embrace of his bed."
299,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452&start=50,2014-11-19T18:05:00,Ammar,"<blockquote><div><cite>Lingria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320452&amp;p=22494397#p22494397"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Old Craet <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320452&amp;p=22493497#p22493497"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Shh!"" 'Lizzy' said to Johannes as she studied the computer screen.<br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Ich brauche dich, um zu gewährleisten, dass die Marionate ist gesperrt. Können Sie bitte Englisch sprechen? Es würde die Kommunikation viel schneller.</span>"" 'Lizzy' said to Johannes. She stepped outside to see if she could spot Foxy when she saw Foxy standing underneath a light post.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Looks like it's going to go into a constant restart until morning. Foxy should have know better then to stand under the bright light.</span> 'Lizzy' thought to herself. She then stepped into the office and saw Johannes looking at the screen and then decided to take a very quick nap.<br/><br/><hr/><br/>Foxy regretted running through the light of the lamppost, since it had the same effect as having his eyes flashed by a flashlight. He had to wait until morning until he could be free.<br/><br/><hr/><br/>Santa walked towards the water ballon stand to release the Puppet. When he got there, he began to unlock the Puppet. After sometime, he released the Puppet. Now they both headed to the security room, were some endoskeletons were without their costumes.</div></blockquote><br/>Johannes cleared his throat before saying ""Yes.....But I'm rusty with English""<br/>""Take a nap I'll cover from here "" Johannes searched the room and found a Music Box for fun he started to wind it up from the look of the camera it sent the ""Puppet"" into a trancelike state<br/>He saw Santa through the Camera he was closing on their position he grabbed 'Lizzy's gun and unholstered his and waited with the Guns pointed at both entrances</div></blockquote><br/>Santa's laughing got louder and more aggressive as hr came closer. At one moment, he saw a camera, and for fun, got right up close to it and kept on going ""Ho ho ho!"" while Puppet kept listening to the soothing melody of the music box. As it played, it sang along. The singing was then interrupted by Foxy's insane yelling as he aimlessly raced around the park. At one camera, he shouted ""Swiggity Swooty. I'm comin' for that booty!"" Outside the office, there was a little girl's giggle. Behind the door was the source, a Golden Freddy suit."
300,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452&start=50,2014-11-19T20:40:00,Lingria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Ammar <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320452&amp;p=22497118#p22497118"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Lingria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320452&amp;p=22494397#p22494397"">wrote</a>:</cite>Johannes cleared his throat before saying ""Yes.....But I'm rusty with English""<br/>""Take a nap I'll cover from here "" Johannes searched the room and found a Music Box for fun he started to wind it up from the look of the camera it sent the ""Puppet"" into a trancelike state<br/>He saw Santa through the Camera he was closing on their position he grabbed 'Lizzy's gun and unholstered his and waited with the Guns pointed at both entrances</div></blockquote><br/>Santa's laughing got louder and more aggressive as hr came closer. At one moment, he saw a camera, and for fun, got right up close to it and kept on going ""Ho ho ho!"" while Puppet kept listening to the soothing melody of the music box. As it played, it sang along. The singing was then interrupted by Foxy's insane yelling as he aimlessly raced around the park. At one camera, he shouted ""Swiggity Swooty. I'm comin' for that booty!"" Outside the office, there was a little girl's giggle. Behind the door was the source, a Golden Freddy suit.</div></blockquote><br/>""Elizabeth wake up"" Johannes whispered ""Lizzy?I really would like you to wake up now""<br/>That he heard a Girls laughter ""Dah fuq?"" Johannes said with a raised eyebrow Then he looked at the Cameras and saw Foxy run past that's when Johannes eyes went wide with fear ""LIZZY WAKE UP!"" He kicked her chair"
301,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452&start=50,2014-11-20T15:31:00,Northern European Senates remnants,Morning yet?
302,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452&start=75,2014-11-20T17:33:00,Ammar,"The Clock Tower struck 5 AM as Puppet realized it was running out of time. While Santa and Freddy were distracting the cameras, Puppet came to the security room's door. It stared at them through the window in the dim lighting, and whispered something.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">......5 chil...mis...3...ago....Scot...12...secured door.....replacements....hiding....cursed....yellow.....warning of....</span><br/><br/>The words could barely be made out through the door, but what could be heard was a pounding on the door. ""You think you'll be safe in there, matey."" Foxy taunted. ""We'll make ya go crazy. You won't make it even a week. We're always there, waiting every night just to find you. You're gonna get the knot. They all get the knot!"" he declared, quoting his dialogue from ""Foxy's Odessey"".<br/><br/>Golden Freddy continued to stay right out the door. The only thing it was thinking about was how Scott and Seasel did away with it, leaving it in storage to rot. ""I want my comupance."" it occasionaly whispered."
303,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452&start=75,2014-11-20T19:34:00,Lingria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Ammar <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320452&amp;p=22506840#p22506840"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Clock Tower struck 5 AM as Puppet realized it was running out of time. While Santa and Freddy were distracting the cameras, Puppet came to the security room's door. It stared at them through the window in the dim lighting, and whispered something.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">......5 chil...mis...3...ago....Scot...12...secured door.....replacements....hiding....cursed....yellow.....warning of....</span><br/><br/>The words could barely be made out through the door, but what could be heard was a pounding on the door. ""You think you'll be safe in there, matey."" Foxy taunted. ""We'll make ya go crazy. You won't make it even a week. We're always there, waiting every night just to find you. You're gonna get the knot. They all get the knot!"" he declared, quoting his dialogue from ""Foxy's Odessey"".<br/><br/>Golden Freddy continued to stay right out the door. The only thing it was thinking about was how Scott and Seasel did away with it, leaving it in storage to rot. ""I want my comupance."" it occasionaly whispered.</div></blockquote><br/>Johannes noticed the clock ""5:00 So damn close"" he told himself when he saw the puppet approaching he started to wind the Music Box and flashed Foxy with his Flashlight<br/>He also barrel rolled and punched the close door button on the left"
304,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452&start=75,2014-11-20T20:38:00,Mandicoria,"Michael was now in the Employee's lounge. Doors were locked, he kept an eye on the vents and windows. ""I have no idea what's going on out there, rest of security's somewhere. And here I am. Holed up like a fool."" All he could do was think this entire time, he popped the lollipop he took into his mouth. Just to get one last taste of anything, if this were his night to go. He just sat there near the vending machines, waiting, hoping that this is all a prank by management.<br/><br/>Not long until he checked his phone for the time. He was getting close, oh so close. 5:00 AM. Maybe he'd make through after all. He started thinking that once he gets through the week he'll go work at a some fast food restaurant. Certainly safer than what was going on now, if it were all real that is."
305,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452&start=75,2014-11-20T21:20:00,Jeremy Beaver,"John woke up, it was 5 AM he didn't oversleep for once which was... A very rare occurrence. Normally he does oversleep but he had a dream. Possibly that woke him up? It was about the Animatronics, and something watching him.<br/><br/>John assumed that this was just about the Animatronics being somewhat creepy. But maybe something was off about them?"
306,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452&start=75,2014-11-21T09:35:00,Ammar,"The Clock Tower finally rang, announcing the end of the night. The animatronics all returned to their posts, but Puppet thought that t was such a shame the humans did not understand it. As the park opened up, Seasel, the CFO of the park, was the first one through the door. It felt great to be back as Vito was the second to arrive. The head chef was worried about the nightmen, and went looking for them. ""Hello? Night gaurds, it's me, your friendly local chef!"""
307,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452&start=75,2014-11-21T09:42:00,Lingria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Ammar <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320452&amp;p=22513579#p22513579"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Clock Tower finally rang, announcing the end of the night. The animatronics all returned to their posts, but Puppet thought that t was such a shame the humans did not understand it. As the park opened up, Seasel, the CFO of the park, was the first one through the door. It felt great to be back as Vito was the second to arrive. The head chef was worried about the nightmen, and went looking for them. ""Hello? Night gaurds, it's me, your friendly local chef!""</div></blockquote><br/>Johannes yelled ""Fuck yeah!!I did it,We did it Lizzy"" with a smile Johannes walked out side onto the Park ground that's where he noticed the Head Chef checking the areas for guarding he walked up to the Chef happily ""Mornin' Chef how was your morning?"""
308,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452&start=75,2014-11-21T09:43:00,Ammar,"<blockquote><div><cite>Lingria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320452&amp;p=22513631#p22513631"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Ammar <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320452&amp;p=22513579#p22513579"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Clock Tower finally rang, announcing the end of the night. The animatronics all returned to their posts, but Puppet thought that t was such a shame the humans did not understand it. As the park opened up, Seasel, the CFO of the park, was the first one through the door. It felt great to be back as Vito was the second to arrive. The head chef was worried about the nightmen, and went looking for them. ""Hello? Night gaurds, it's me, your friendly local chef!""</div></blockquote><br/>Johannes yelled ""Fuck yeah!!I did it,We did it Lizzy"" with a smile Johannes walked out side onto the Park ground that's where he noticed the Head Chef checking the areas for guarding he walked up to the Chef happily ""Mornin' Chef how was your morning?""</div></blockquote><br/>""Ah, Mia cara!"" he happily announced squeezing Johannes in a bear hug. ""Thank the lord you are all right. Are the others too?"""
309,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452&start=75,2014-11-21T09:47:00,Lingria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Ammar <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320452&amp;p=22513644#p22513644"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Lingria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320452&amp;p=22513631#p22513631"">wrote</a>:</cite>Johannes yelled ""Fuck yeah!!I did it,We did it Lizzy"" with a smile Johannes walked out side onto the Park ground that's where he noticed the Head Chef checking the areas for guarding he walked up to the Chef happily ""Mornin' Chef how was your morning?""</div></blockquote><br/>""Ah, Mia cara!"" he happily announced squeezing Johannes in a bear hug. ""Thank the lord you are all right. Are the others too?""</div></blockquote><br/>""Ah yes my friend Lizzy is napping in the control room and Michael is in the Employee Lounge as for me I've been patrolling for disturbances we did have a slight problem though"" Johannes responded"
310,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452&start=75,2014-11-21T09:49:00,Ammar,"<blockquote><div><cite>Lingria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320452&amp;p=22513668#p22513668"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Ammar <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320452&amp;p=22513644#p22513644"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Ah, Mia cara!"" he happily announced squeezing Johannes in a bear hug. ""Thank the lord you are all right. Are the others too?""</div></blockquote><br/>""Ah yes my friend Lizzy is napping in the control room and Michael is in the Employee Lounge as for me I've been patrolling for disturbances we did have a slight problem though"" Johannes responded</div></blockquote><br/>""Ah, marvelous."" Vito sighed with relief. Looking around, he noticed that Santa was heading back into the show room. He slammed his hand against his face and said ""How could you forget the most important part of the job? All you had to do was turn on a stereo! Is that so complicated?"" he raged."
311,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452&start=75,2014-11-21T10:27:00,Lingria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Ammar <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320452&amp;p=22513679#p22513679"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Lingria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320452&amp;p=22513668#p22513668"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Ah yes my friend Lizzy is napping in the control room and Michael is in the Employee Lounge as for me I've been patrolling for disturbances we did have a slight problem though"" Johannes responded</div></blockquote><br/>""Ah, marvelous."" Vito sighed with relief. Looking around, he noticed that Santa was heading back into the show room. He slammed his hand against his face and said ""How could you forget the most important part of the job? All you had to do was turn on a stereo! Is that so complicated?"" he raged.</div></blockquote><br/>""Um Vito the CEO never told us to do that he just told us to watch for per say ""disturbances""Johannes claimed unsure"
312,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452&start=75,2014-11-21T20:25:00,Old Craet,"'Lizzy' walked out of the security room, scratching her head and yawning. She didn't fully fall asleep, and she was tired. She was so tired that even Johannes's kicking earlier didn't get her to want to wake up.<br/>""Who's this Johan?"" Lizzy asked Johannes. Since she was still pretty tired she just gave Johannes a nickname to keep things short while she was still tired."
313,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452&start=75,2014-11-22T14:12:00,Ammar,"<blockquote><div><cite>Old Craet <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320452&amp;p=22520045#p22520045"">wrote</a>:</cite>'Lizzy' walked out of the security room, scratching her head and yawning. She didn't fully fall asleep, and she was tired. She was so tired that even Johannes's kicking earlier didn't get her to want to wake up.<br/>""Who's this Johan?"" Lizzy asked Johannes. Since she was still pretty tired she just gave Johannes a nickname to keep things short while she was still tired.</div></blockquote><br/>""Oh hello, mia cara."" Vito greeted. ""I would be the head chef, Vito."" he introduced kissing her hand. ""I was just scolding this moron for forgeting the most important part of the job."". As Vito wanted to continue, Chica was seen out of the corner of his eye, starring him down. In a hushed tone, Vito said ""It isn't safe here. Come with me."" heading towards the diner."
314,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452&start=75,2014-11-22T16:28:00,Lingria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Ammar <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320452&amp;p=22527827#p22527827"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Old Craet <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320452&amp;p=22520045#p22520045"">wrote</a>:</cite>'Lizzy' walked out of the security room, scratching her head and yawning. She didn't fully fall asleep, and she was tired. She was so tired that even Johannes's kicking earlier didn't get her to want to wake up.<br/>""Who's this Johan?"" Lizzy asked Johannes. Since she was still pretty tired she just gave Johannes a nickname to keep things short while she was still tired.</div></blockquote><br/>""Oh hello, mia cara."" Vito greeted. ""I would be the head chef, Vito."" he introduced kissing her hand. ""I was just scolding this moron for forgeting the most important part of the job."". As Vito wanted to continue, Chica was seen out of the corner of his eye, starring him down. In a hushed tone, Vito said ""It isn't safe here. Come with me."" heading towards the diner.</div></blockquote><br/>Johannes follow Vito still angry at him and the animatronics ""Ah yes let's go"" he said with anger in his voice he was thinking about the other animatronics when he saw that the door on the supply room was locked he wondered ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Why would they lock up the old Animatronics,I mean if they worked why wouldn't they use them?Was something wrong with them?</span>"""
315,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452&start=75,2014-11-22T16:33:00,Crysuko,"Ned had come in quietly, currently not working on anything. He couldn't help but think ""is somethign destined to go wrong in this place?"""
316,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452&start=75,2014-11-22T16:53:00,Old Craet,"<blockquote><div><cite>Ammar <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320452&amp;p=22527827#p22527827"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Old Craet <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320452&amp;p=22520045#p22520045"">wrote</a>:</cite>'Lizzy' walked out of the security room, scratching her head and yawning. She didn't fully fall asleep, and she was tired. She was so tired that even Johannes's kicking earlier didn't get her to want to wake up.<br/>""Who's this Johan?"" Lizzy asked Johannes. Since she was still pretty tired she just gave Johannes a nickname to keep things short while she was still tired.</div></blockquote><br/>""Oh hello, mia cara."" Vito greeted. ""I would be the head chef, Vito."" he introduced kissing her hand. ""I was just scolding this moron for forgeting the most important part of the job."". As Vito wanted to continue, Chica was seen out of the corner of his eye, starring him down. In a hushed tone, Vito said ""It isn't safe here. Come with me."" heading towards the diner.</div></blockquote><br/>""I've got nothing better to do I guess."" Lizzy said through a yank. She then began to follow Vito."
317,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452&start=75,2014-11-22T17:25:00,Ammar,"<blockquote><div><cite>Lingria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320452&amp;p=22529370#p22529370"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Ammar <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320452&amp;p=22527827#p22527827"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Oh hello, mia cara."" Vito greeted. ""I would be the head chef, Vito."" he introduced kissing her hand. ""I was just scolding this moron for forgeting the most important part of the job."". As Vito wanted to continue, Chica was seen out of the corner of his eye, starring him down. In a hushed tone, Vito said ""It isn't safe here. Come with me."" heading towards the diner.</div></blockquote><br/>Johannes follow Vito still angry at him and the animatronics ""Ah yes let's go"" he said with anger in his voice he was thinking about the other animatronics when he saw that the door on the supply room was locked he wondered ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Why would they lock up the old Animatronics,I mean if they worked why wouldn't they use them?Was something wrong with them?</span>""</div></blockquote><br/>Vito didn't answer. He just pounded away at some dough. ""What happened? I'll tell you. 1997 happened!"" He threw a tomato at the wall. ""I had only one job, and I blew it! They've been locked awy for so long, I'm the only one to remember!"""
318,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452&start=75,2014-11-22T17:46:00,Shark isle,"Clifford pulled into the employee parking lot in his pickup truck. It was his second day and he excited. He took out a bag and inside of the bag was some cleaning materials. He showed his I.D to the gate guard and walked to his post at the sledgehammer game took out some cleaning material and started to clean the game before the park could open.<br/>Jose<br/>A White Sedan pulled into the parking loot and a heavily tattooed Hispanic man climbed out of it. His name was Jose and he was coming in for his first day of work and strangely enough he was in a pirate outfit. He sighed as he thought to himself,"" I might as well find one of my bosses so i can get settled down and maybe he can explain why this pirate outfit was his uniform. So he went into the park and managed to track dow the CFO a man named Seasel. He said to Seasel in a confused voice,"" Hello sir my name is Jose Sanchez, I am new here and can you explaine what i am supposed to do as a ride operator and also can you tell me why a pirate outfit is my uniform""?"
319,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452&start=75,2014-11-22T18:03:00,Lingria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Ammar <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320452&amp;p=22529983#p22529983"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Lingria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320452&amp;p=22529370#p22529370"">wrote</a>:</cite>Johannes follow Vito still angry at him and the animatronics ""Ah yes let's go"" he said with anger in his voice he was thinking about the other animatronics when he saw that the door on the supply room was locked he wondered ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Why would they lock up the old Animatronics,I mean if they worked why wouldn't they use them?Was something wrong with them?</span>""</div></blockquote><br/>Vito didn't answer. He just pounded away at some dough. ""What happened? I'll tell you. 1997 happened!"" He threw a tomato at the wall. ""I had only one job, and I blew it! They've been locked awy for so long, I'm the only one to remember!""</div></blockquote><br/>""Vito what the fuck happened in '97?"" Vito asked with a quiver in his voice"
320,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452&start=75,2014-11-22T18:33:00,Old Craet,"<blockquote><div><cite>Lingria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320452&amp;p=22530386#p22530386"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Ammar <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320452&amp;p=22529983#p22529983"">wrote</a>:</cite>Vito didn't answer. He just pounded away at some dough. ""What happened? I'll tell you. 1997 happened!"" He threw a tomato at the wall. ""I had only one job, and I blew it! They've been locked awy for so long, I'm the only one to remember!""</div></blockquote><br/>""Vito what the fuck happened in '97?"" Vito asked with a quiver in his voice</div></blockquote><br/>""What did you do?"" Lizzy asked sternly as she drew her pistol. She felt that Vito was hiding something, something that shouldn't have happened.<br/>""WELL?! ARE YOU GOING TO TALK?!"" Lizzy asked while yelling. She kept a steady aim on the man who she didn't trust."
321,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452&start=75,2014-11-22T18:48:00,Ammar,"<blockquote><div><cite>Shark isle <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320452&amp;p=22530226#p22530226"">wrote</a>:</cite>Clifford pulled into the employee parking lot in his pickup truck. It was his second day and he excited. He took out a bag and inside of the bag was some cleaning materials. He showed his I.D to the gate guard and walked to his post at the sledgehammer game took out some cleaning material and started to clean the game before the park could open.<br/>Jose<br/>A White Sedan pulled into the parking loot and a heavily tattooed Hispanic man climbed out of it. His name was Jose and he was coming in for his first day of work and strangely enough he was in a pirate outfit. He sighed as he thought to himself,"" I might as well find one of my bosses so i can get settled down and maybe he can explain why this pirate outfit was his uniform. So he went into the park and managed to track dow the CFO a man named Seasel. He said to Seasel in a confused voice,"" Hello sir my name is Jose Sanchez, I am new here and can you explaine what i am supposed to do as a ride operator and also can you tell me why a pirate outfit is my uniform""?</div></blockquote><br/>Seasel was busy talking with Scott. ""Well, clearly we need a new face around here."" Seasel argued. ""These rusty trashcans clearly aren't cutting it anymore. We'll practically go bankrupt by the turn of the decade. Why can't we get Kyle over here?"" Scott replied ""Because Kyle is more trouble than he's worth. It'll cost too much to even have him moved all the way up to here."" Seasel was clearly getting upset with his business partner. ""Look Scott, the fact is that we're not gonna keep this place open forever, so we might as well risk it and keep it open at least longer than 10 years. I want my wife to be proud of me."" When the new employee came up, Seasel was glad someone interupted. ""Yes, hello. Your main job will just to start up the ride and make sure it's completely turned off at closing time."" in a hushed voice, he continued, ""And make sure Foxy doesn't get too curious. He's not supposed to be outside during the day. The costume is just for the show.""<br/><br/>Back with Vito, he answered ""I was working the night shift before you two. I was suppose to just make sure that Pupper didn't get out, and that was it. I got trapped in that small office by Freddy and Bonnie. Santa kept laughing and one of the Chicas kept moaning, like she was dying inside. I looked at the camera, only too see that damn yellow suit. It took them to the storage room, and all that could be heard was screaming. A week later, customers often complained about the animatronic being ""living corpses."" Scott replaced them with five new ones, locking them away."" He dug through one of the droors and pulled out a newspaper(the one in the OP) and slammed it on the table. ""I've never been able to come out of this kitchen ever since. It's the only place to offer sanctuary to me."""
322,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452&start=75,2014-11-22T18:51:00,UBS,"*walks through the front gate of the park* excuse me,is the park open"
323,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452&start=75,2014-11-22T18:57:00,Lingria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Old Craet <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320452&amp;p=22530706#p22530706"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Lingria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320452&amp;p=22530386#p22530386"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Vito what the fuck happened in '97?"" Vito asked with a quiver in his voice</div></blockquote><br/>""What did you do?"" Lizzy asked sternly as she drew her pistol. She felt that Vito was hiding something, something that shouldn't have happened.<br/>""WELL?! ARE YOU GOING TO TALK?!"" Lizzy asked while yelling. She kept a steady aim on the man who she didn't trust.</div></blockquote><br/>""Whoa whoa sweety calm down no need for any domestic violence,I just want to<span style=""font-style: italic"">calmly and less violently</span>know what happen in 1997"" Johannes said slowly"
324,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452&start=75,2014-11-22T18:58:00,UBS,*repeats more sternly* Excuse me
325,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452&start=75,2014-11-22T19:19:00,UBS,"Hello,i have an idea for you FNAF RP<br/>My idea was that i could be a killer (who is a human) who breaks into the park each night to try to kill the security guards,i am more crafty then the animatrons,but still vulnerable to the animatrons since i am human<br/><br/>My name is jared (as far as you know) and my motive is my sibling was one of the children murdered at one of the old establishments,and now i attack anytime a new version of freddy fazbears is opened."
326,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452&start=75,2014-11-22T21:25:00,Old Craet,"<blockquote><div><cite>UBS <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320452&amp;p=22531237#p22531237"">wrote</a>:</cite>Hello,i have an idea for you FNAF RP<br/>My idea was that i could be a killer (who is a human) who breaks into the park each night to try to kill the security guards,i am more crafty then the animatrons,but still vulnerable to the animatrons since i am human<br/><br/>My name is jared (as far as you know) and my motive is my sibling was one of the children murdered at one of the old establishments,and now i attack anytime a new version of freddy fazbears is opened.</div></blockquote><br/>Take it to the OOC thread please."
327,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452&start=100,2014-11-22T21:38:00,Old Craet,"<blockquote><div><cite>Ammar <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320452&amp;p=22530885#p22530885"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Shark isle <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320452&amp;p=22530226#p22530226"">wrote</a>:</cite>Clifford pulled into the employee parking lot in his pickup truck. It was his second day and he excited. He took out a bag and inside of the bag was some cleaning materials. He showed his I.D to the gate guard and walked to his post at the sledgehammer game took out some cleaning material and started to clean the game before the park could open.<br/>Jose<br/>A White Sedan pulled into the parking loot and a heavily tattooed Hispanic man climbed out of it. His name was Jose and he was coming in for his first day of work and strangely enough he was in a pirate outfit. He sighed as he thought to himself,"" I might as well find one of my bosses so i can get settled down and maybe he can explain why this pirate outfit was his uniform. So he went into the park and managed to track dow the CFO a man named Seasel. He said to Seasel in a confused voice,"" Hello sir my name is Jose Sanchez, I am new here and can you explaine what i am supposed to do as a ride operator and also can you tell me why a pirate outfit is my uniform""?</div></blockquote><br/>Seasel was busy talking with Scott. ""Well, clearly we need a new face around here."" Seasel argued. ""These rusty trashcans clearly aren't cutting it anymore. We'll practically go bankrupt by the turn of the decade. Why can't we get Kyle over here?"" Scott replied ""Because Kyle is more trouble than he's worth. It'll cost too much to even have him moved all the way up to here."" Seasel was clearly getting upset with his business partner. ""Look Scott, the fact is that we're not gonna keep this place open forever, so we might as well risk it and keep it open at least longer than 10 years. I want my wife to be proud of me."" When the new employee came up, Seasel was glad someone interupted. ""Yes, hello. Your main job will just to start up the ride and make sure it's completely turned off at closing time."" in a hushed voice, he continued, ""And make sure Foxy doesn't get too curious. He's not supposed to be outside during the day. The costume is just for the show.""<br/><br/>Back with Vito, he answered ""I was working the night shift before you two. I was suppose to just make sure that Pupper didn't get out, and that was it. I got trapped in that small office by Freddy and Chica. Santa kept laughing and one of the Chicas kept moaning, like she was dying inside. I looked at the camera, only too see that damn yellow suit. It took them to the storage room, and all that could be heard was screaming. A week later, customers often complained about the animatronic being ""living corpses."" Scott replaced them with five new ones, locking them away."" He dug through one of the droors and pulled out a newspaper(the one in the OP) and slammed it on the table. ""I've never been able to come out of this kitchen ever since. It's the only place to offer sanctuary to me.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Alright"" I believe you. Just relieze that if you break mt trust I will shoot you."" Lizzy said as she put her gun away. She the turned to Johan.<blockquote><div><cite>Lingria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320452&amp;p=22530978#p22530978"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Whoa whoa sweety calm down no need for any domestic violence,I just want to <span style=""font-style: italic"">calmly and less violently</span> know what happen in 1997"" Johannes said slowly.</div></blockquote>""I am not your<span style=""font-style: italic"">sweety</span>, I am not dating you, in fact I probably will never date you. You better give me one good flipping reason why I should date you. I wanted to know what happened in '97 too. But I didn't trust him so I got prepared. I was in the military so I saw that as a threat."" Lizzy said."
328,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452&start=100,2014-11-22T21:40:00,UBS,"<blockquote><div><cite>Old Craet <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320452&amp;p=22532764#p22532764"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Ammar <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320452&amp;p=22530885#p22530885"">wrote</a>:</cite>Seasel was busy talking with Scott. ""Well, clearly we need a new face around here."" Seasel argued. ""These rusty trashcans clearly aren't cutting it anymore. We'll practically go bankrupt by the turn of the decade. Why can't we get Kyle over here?"" Scott replied ""Because Kyle is more trouble than he's worth. It'll cost too much to even have him moved all the way up to here."" Seasel was clearly getting upset with his business partner. ""Look Scott, the fact is that we're not gonna keep this place open forever, so we might as well risk it and keep it open at least longer than 10 years. I want my wife to be proud of me."" When the new employee came up, Seasel was glad someone interupted. ""Yes, hello. Your main job will just to start up the ride and make sure it's completely turned off at closing time."" in a hushed voice, he continued, ""And make sure Foxy doesn't get too curious. He's not supposed to be outside during the day. The costume is just for the show.""<br/><br/>Back with Vito, he answered ""I was working the night shift before you two. I was suppose to just make sure that Pupper didn't get out, and that was it. I got trapped in that small office by Freddy and Chica. Santa kept laughing and one of the Chicas kept moaning, like she was dying inside. I looked at the camera, only too see that damn yellow suit. It took them to the storage room, and all that could be heard was screaming. A week later, customers often complained about the animatronic being ""living corpses."" Scott replaced them with five new ones, locking them away."" He dug through one of the droors and pulled out a newspaper(the one in the OP) and slammed it on the table. ""I've never been able to come out of this kitchen ever since. It's the only place to offer sanctuary to me.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Alright"" I believe you. Just relieze that if you break mt trust I will shoot you."" Lizzy said as she put her gun away. She the turned to Johan.<blockquote><div><cite>Lingria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320452&amp;p=22530978#p22530978"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Whoa whoa sweety calm down no need for any domestic violence,I just want to <span style=""font-style: italic"">calmly and less violently</span> know what happen in 1997"" Johannes said slowly.</div></blockquote> ""I am not your <span style=""font-style: italic"">sweety</span>, I am not dating you, in fact I probably will never date you. You better give me one good flipping reason why I should date you. I wanted to know what happened in '97 too. But I didn't trust him so I got prepared. I was in the military so I saw that as a threat."" Lizzy said.</div></blockquote>oh you will know about 97 soon enough,but you must ask yourself,do you really wish to know"
329,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452&start=100,2014-11-22T21:41:00,Old Craet,"<blockquote><div><cite>UBS <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320452&amp;p=22532801#p22532801"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Old Craet <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320452&amp;p=22532764#p22532764"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Alright"" I believe you. Just relieze that if you break mt trust I will shoot you."" Lizzy said as she put her gun away. She the turned to Johan. ""I am not your <span style=""font-style: italic"">sweety</span>, I am not dating you, in fact I probably will never date you. You better give me one good flipping reason why I should date you. I wanted to know what happened in '97 too. But I didn't trust him so I got prepared. I was in the military so I saw that as a threat."" Lizzy said.</div></blockquote>oh you will know about 97 soon enough,but you must ask yourself,do you really wish to know</div></blockquote><br/>If that's OOC, please take it to the OOC thread."
330,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452&start=100,2014-11-22T21:46:00,Shark isle,"<blockquote><div><cite>Ammar <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320452&amp;p=22530885#p22530885"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Shark isle <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320452&amp;p=22530226#p22530226"">wrote</a>:</cite>Clifford pulled into the employee parking lot in his pickup truck. It was his second day and he excited. He took out a bag and inside of the bag was some cleaning materials. He showed his I.D to the gate guard and walked to his post at the sledgehammer game took out some cleaning material and started to clean the game before the park could open.<br/>Jose<br/>A White Sedan pulled into the parking loot and a heavily tattooed Hispanic man climbed out of it. His name was Jose and he was coming in for his first day of work and strangely enough he was in a pirate outfit. He sighed as he thought to himself,"" I might as well find one of my bosses so i can get settled down and maybe he can explain why this pirate outfit was his uniform. So he went into the park and managed to track dow the CFO a man named Seasel. He said to Seasel in a confused voice,"" Hello sir my name is Jose Sanchez, I am new here and can you explaine what i am supposed to do as a ride operator and also can you tell me why a pirate outfit is my uniform""?</div></blockquote><br/>Seasel was busy talking with Scott. ""Well, clearly we need a new face around here."" Seasel argued. ""These rusty trashcans clearly aren't cutting it anymore. We'll practically go bankrupt by the turn of the decade. Why can't we get Kyle over here?"" Scott replied ""Because Kyle is more trouble than he's worth. It'll cost too much to even have him moved all the way up to here."" Seasel was clearly getting upset with his business partner. ""Look Scott, the fact is that we're not gonna keep this place open forever, so we might as well risk it and keep it open at least longer than 10 years. I want my wife to be proud of me."" When the new employee came up, Seasel was glad someone interupted. ""Yes, hello. Your main job will just to start up the ride and make sure it's completely turned off at closing time."" in a hushed voice, he continued, ""And make sure Foxy doesn't get too curious. He's not supposed to be outside during the day. The costume is just for the show.""<br/><br/>Back with Vito, he answered ""I was working the night shift before you two. I was suppose to just make sure that Pupper didn't get out, and that was it. I got trapped in that small office by Freddy and Chica. Santa kept laughing and one of the Chicas kept moaning, like she was dying inside. I looked at the camera, only too see that damn yellow suit. It took them to the storage room, and all that could be heard was screaming. A week later, customers often complained about the animatronic being ""living corpses."" Scott replaced them with five new ones, locking them away."" He dug through one of the droors and pulled out a newspaper(the one in the OP) and slammed it on the table. ""I've never been able to come out of this kitchen ever since. It's the only place to offer sanctuary to me.""</div></blockquote><br/>Jose noded and walked towards Foxy's Oddessy. When he got there he went towards the control panel and started the ride to see if it was working. He climbed onto the roller coaster cart and started to ride the attraction to see if it would work properly. After the ride was over he hung out in the ride waiting for customers to show up while practicing his pirate accent."
331,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452&start=100,2014-11-23T18:33:00,Northern European Senates remnants,"Johan walked through the gates of the amusement park at 5:59. He showed his I'd just as he saw Santa walked towards him at a strange speed and then stop when the clock rang. Johan couldn't see Vito anywhere so he walked to the employees lounge put his lunch in the fridge and dumped his bag in his locker then walked across the park to the kitchen/restaurant. Vito wasn't here either, he thought Vito wouldn't mind so he started finishing up the pizzas Johan did last night, he looked out side where he saw Johannes strolling uneasily across the centre and sort of stop look around then walk off again. He looked to see if Vito was here, he wasn't. He looked again as the waitress walked in."
332,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452&start=100,2014-11-23T18:40:00,Ammar,"It was getting to eleven A.M. as Scott looked over a newspaper. As he read, he started to feel miserable. The murders not 3 years ago constantly haunted him. A yellow Freddy suit kept starring at him as he spoke to it. ""How can I ever live with myself? This happened on my own property, and it won't let me go. The memories have me by the throat, Freddy."" The suit did not say anything. ""Stop taunting me!"" he yelled at the empty suit. ""Why? The parents will want my head on a silver plate over this.""he said, looking the costume dead in the empty eyes. ""You're right. They do, but I just can't. I'm not strong enough."" he said. The suit then disappeared, leaving an emotional Scott, still reading the paper over and over again."
333,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452&start=100,2014-11-23T20:04:00,Ammar,"<blockquote><div><cite>Shark isle <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320452&amp;p=22532856#p22532856"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Ammar <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320452&amp;p=22530885#p22530885"">wrote</a>:</cite>Seasel was busy talking with Scott. ""Well, clearly we need a new face around here."" Seasel argued. ""These rusty trashcans clearly aren't cutting it anymore. We'll practically go bankrupt by the turn of the decade. Why can't we get Kyle over here?"" Scott replied ""Because Kyle is more trouble than he's worth. It'll cost too much to even have him moved all the way up to here."" Seasel was clearly getting upset with his business partner. ""Look Scott, the fact is that we're not gonna keep this place open forever, so we might as well risk it and keep it open at least longer than 10 years. I want my wife to be proud of me."" When the new employee came up, Seasel was glad someone interupted. ""Yes, hello. Your main job will just to start up the ride and make sure it's completely turned off at closing time."" in a hushed voice, he continued, ""And make sure Foxy doesn't get too curious. He's not supposed to be outside during the day. The costume is just for the show.""<br/><br/>Back with Vito, he answered ""I was working the night shift before you two. I was suppose to just make sure that Pupper didn't get out, and that was it. I got trapped in that small office by Freddy and Chica. Santa kept laughing and one of the Chicas kept moaning, like she was dying inside. I looked at the camera, only too see that damn yellow suit. It took them to the storage room, and all that could be heard was screaming. A week later, customers often complained about the animatronic being ""living corpses."" Scott replaced them with five new ones, locking them away."" He dug through one of the droors and pulled out a newspaper(the one in the OP) and slammed it on the table. ""I've never been able to come out of this kitchen ever since. It's the only place to offer sanctuary to me.""</div></blockquote><br/>Jose noded and walked towards Foxy's Oddessy. When he got there he went towards the control panel and started the ride to see if it was working. He climbed onto the roller coaster cart and started to ride the attraction to see if it would work properly. After the ride was over he hung out in the ride waiting for customers to show up while practicing his pirate accent.</div></blockquote><br/>At the ride, kids raced to get the front row seat, pushing each other out of the way. After a while, something became out of place. Foxy was coming out the side where the cart returns. ""Yo ho ho!"" he shouted with a twitch."
334,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452&start=100,2014-11-23T20:09:00,Shark isle,"<blockquote><div><cite>Ammar <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320452&amp;p=22544567#p22544567"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Shark isle <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320452&amp;p=22532856#p22532856"">wrote</a>:</cite>Jose noded and walked towards Foxy's Oddessy. When he got there he went towards the control panel and started the ride to see if it was working. He climbed onto the roller coaster cart and started to ride the attraction to see if it would work properly. After the ride was over he hung out in the ride waiting for customers to show up while practicing his pirate accent.</div></blockquote><br/>At the ride, kids raced to get the front row seat, pushing each other out of the way. After a while, something became out of place. Foxy was coming out the side where the cart returns. ""Yo ho ho!"" he shouted with a twitch.</div></blockquote><br/>Jose was confused and walked towards Foxy. He said to Foxy in a confused voice while keeping his pirate accent,"" Foxy what are you doing get back to your place in the ride""."
335,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452&start=100,2014-11-23T20:14:00,Northern European Senates remnants,"Johan kept looking for Vito but couldn't find him, he had finished 134 pizzas and was just waiting for Vitos tick of approval. He looked outside as a group of the staff tried to move Foxy back to his position through, yo and ho. He saw the waitress again and saw her serve 1 or 2 people the first of the day. The waitress walked in with an order."
336,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452&start=100,2014-11-23T20:16:00,Ammar,"<blockquote><div><cite>Shark isle <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320452&amp;p=22544622#p22544622"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Ammar <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320452&amp;p=22544567#p22544567"">wrote</a>:</cite>At the ride, kids raced to get the front row seat, pushing each other out of the way. After a while, something became out of place. Foxy was coming out the side where the cart returns. ""Yo ho ho!"" he shouted with a twitch.</div></blockquote><br/>Jose was confused and walked towards Foxy. He said to Foxy in a confused voice while keeping his pirate accent,"" Foxy what are you doing get back to your place in the ride"".</div></blockquote><br/>Foxy violently turned to him and yelled ""Avast, ye land-lubbin' bildrat. Yer a discrace to the Jolly Roger!""Foxy continued on his way, folliwing the next cart down a ramp into a dark cavern."
337,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452&start=100,2014-11-23T20:21:00,Ammar,"<blockquote><div><cite>Northern European Senates remnants <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320452&amp;p=22544674#p22544674"">wrote</a>:</cite>Johan kept looking for Vito but couldn't find him, he had finished 134 pizzas and was just waiting for Vitos tick of approval. He looked outside as a group of the staff tried to move Foxy back to his position through, yo and ho. He saw the waitress again and saw her serve 1 or 2 people the first of the day. The waitress walked in with an order.</div></blockquote><br/>Vito was looking straight at the pizzas, obviously displeased. ""You call this food? A rat wouldn't this!"" he said throwing one away. He then took out as much dough as possible, trying to make a better pizza, while also trying to calm down over his backstory. He could still hear the beating of the doors. He looked right at Bonnie and said ""You demon. This is all your fault."""
338,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452&start=100,2014-11-23T20:25:00,UBS,"*a man in a suit approaches the first staff member he sees* excuse me,is the park open"
339,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452&start=100,2014-11-23T20:29:00,Ammar,"<blockquote><div><cite>UBS <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320452&amp;p=22544830#p22544830"">wrote</a>:</cite>*a man in a suit approaches the first staff member he sees* excuse me,is the park open</div></blockquote><br/>Seasel was there on his smoking break. It was supposedly ok if he told the kids to not copy him. When another pen warrior came up, he answered ""Righto. We're open. How can I help?"""
340,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452&start=100,2014-11-23T20:32:00,Shark isle,"<blockquote><div><cite>Ammar <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320452&amp;p=22544705#p22544705"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Shark isle <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320452&amp;p=22544622#p22544622"">wrote</a>:</cite>Jose was confused and walked towards Foxy. He said to Foxy in a confused voice while keeping his pirate accent,"" Foxy what are you doing get back to your place in the ride"".</div></blockquote><br/>Foxy violently turned to him and yelled ""Avast, ye land-lubbin' bildrat. Yer a discrace to the Jolly Roger!""Foxy continued on his way, folliwing the next cart down a ramp into a dark cavern.</div></blockquote><br/>Jose sighed and tooked out his cellphone and called seasel. When Seasel answered Jose said to him, ""Hey Seasel, Foxy left his spot on the ride and when i told him to go back he wouldn't listen to me. What should i do""?"
341,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452&start=100,2014-11-23T20:34:00,UBS,"<blockquote><div><cite>Ammar <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320452&amp;p=22544878#p22544878"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>UBS <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320452&amp;p=22544830#p22544830"">wrote</a>:</cite>*a man in a suit approaches the first staff member he sees* excuse me,is the park open</div></blockquote><br/>Seasel was there on his smoking break. It was supposedly ok if he told the kids to not copy him. When another pen warrior came up, he answered ""Righto. We're open. How can I help?""</div></blockquote><br/>Where can I see ""Freddy"""
342,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452&start=100,2014-11-23T20:35:00,Ammar,"<blockquote><div><cite>Shark isle <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320452&amp;p=22544916#p22544916"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Ammar <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320452&amp;p=22544705#p22544705"">wrote</a>:</cite>Foxy violently turned to him and yelled ""Avast, ye land-lubbin' bildrat. Yer a discrace to the Jolly Roger!""Foxy continued on his way, folliwing the next cart down a ramp into a dark cavern.</div></blockquote><br/>Jose sighed and tooked out his cellphone and called seasel. When Seasel answered Jose said to him, ""Hey Seasel, Foxy left his spot on the ride and when i told him to go back he wouldn't listen to me. What should i do""?</div></blockquote><br/>""Foxy's a bit of a wild one, especially the at your ride.You have to incredibly forceful with him. Yell at him, insut him, hit him, whatever. You have to be more aggresive than him."" Seasel answered."
343,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452&start=100,2014-11-23T20:37:00,Ammar,"<blockquote><div><cite>UBS <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320452&amp;p=22544952#p22544952"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Ammar <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320452&amp;p=22544878#p22544878"">wrote</a>:</cite>Seasel was there on his smoking break. It was supposedly ok if he told the kids to not copy him. When another pen warrior came up, he answered ""Righto. We're open. How can I help?""</div></blockquote><br/>Where can I see ""Freddy""</div></blockquote><br/>Seasel was a bit puzzled why an adult would be so interested in a bear designed to please kids. ""Um, the closest would be at the Firehouse Rock ride."""
344,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452&start=100,2014-11-23T20:39:00,Northern European Senates remnants,"<blockquote><div><cite>Ammar <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320452&amp;p=22544774#p22544774"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Northern European Senates remnants <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320452&amp;p=22544674#p22544674"">wrote</a>:</cite>Johan kept looking for Vito but couldn't find him, he had finished 134 pizzas and was just waiting for Vitos tick of approval. He looked outside as a group of the staff tried to move Foxy back to his position through, yo and ho. He saw the waitress again and saw her serve 1 or 2 people the first of the day. The waitress walked in with an order.</div></blockquote><br/>Vito was looking straight at the pizzas, obviously displeased. ""You call this food? A rat wouldn't this!"" he said throwing one away. He then took out as much dough as possible, trying to make a better pizza, while also trying to calm down over his backstory. He could still hear the beating of the doors. He looked right at Bonnie and said ""You demon. This is all your fault.""</div></blockquote><br/>""What I made those pizzas the ones from last night, not those frozen ones."" Johan explained."
345,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452&start=100,2014-11-23T20:40:00,Shark isle,"<blockquote><div><cite>Ammar <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320452&amp;p=22544956#p22544956"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Shark isle <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320452&amp;p=22544916#p22544916"">wrote</a>:</cite>Jose sighed and tooked out his cellphone and called seasel. When Seasel answered Jose said to him, ""Hey Seasel, Foxy left his spot on the ride and when i told him to go back he wouldn't listen to me. What should i do""?</div></blockquote><br/>""Foxy's a bit of a wild one, especially the at your ride.You have to incredibly forceful with him. Yell at him, insut him, hit him, whatever. You have to be more aggresive than him."" Seasel answered.</div></blockquote><br/>Jose noded and hung up. Then he shouted at Foxy with a angrey tone saying,"" Hey you dumb robot you better head back to your place in the ride or else""."
346,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452&start=100,2014-11-23T20:41:00,UBS,"<blockquote><div><cite>Ammar <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320452&amp;p=22544999#p22544999"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>UBS <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320452&amp;p=22544952#p22544952"">wrote</a>:</cite>Where can I see ""Freddy""</div></blockquote><br/>Seasel was a bit puzzled why an adult would be so interested in a bear designed to please kids. ""Um, the closest would be at the Firehouse Rock ride.""</div></blockquote><br/>*begins walking towards the said ride,you then notice that I have a bag with me*"
347,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452&start=100,2014-11-23T20:46:00,Ammar,"<blockquote><div><cite>Northern European Senates remnants <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320452&amp;p=22545025#p22545025"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Ammar <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320452&amp;p=22544774#p22544774"">wrote</a>:</cite>Vito was looking straight at the pizzas, obviously displeased. ""You call this food? A rat wouldn't this!"" he said throwing one away. He then took out as much dough as possible, trying to make a better pizza, while also trying to calm down over his backstory. He could still hear the beating of the doors. He looked right at Bonnie and said ""You demon. This is all your fault.""</div></blockquote><br/>""What I made those pizzas the ones from last night, not those frozen ones."" Johan explained.</div></blockquote><br/>Vito kept looking at Bonnie angerly. He hated that robot with all his heart. ""You don't understand. This cheese is not melted enough, the dough is too thin, it is all wrong!"" Vito scolded. After calming down, Vito apoligized. ""I'm sorry. I just need to get out some.""<br/><br/>With Foxy, Foxy turned his attention back to Jose, hook raised. Kids watched in suspence, thinking it was all a show. ""Or else what, ye skallewag?"" Foxy taunted, almost as if he was sentient."
348,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452&start=100,2014-11-23T20:52:00,UBS,"*as the man finally reaches the ride he begins to unzip the bag,revealing a top hat* can't be Freddy without your hat"
349,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452&start=100,2014-11-23T20:52:00,Shark isle,"<blockquote><div><cite>Ammar <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320452&amp;p=22545111#p22545111"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Northern European Senates remnants <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320452&amp;p=22545025#p22545025"">wrote</a>:</cite>""What I made those pizzas the ones from last night, not those frozen ones."" Johan explained.</div></blockquote><br/>Vito kept looking at Bonnie angerly. He hated that robot with all his heart. ""You don't understand. This cheese is not melted enough, the dough is too thin, it is all wrong!"" Vito scolded. After calming down, Vito apoligized. ""I'm sorry. I just need to get out some.""<br/><br/>With Foxy, Foxy turned his attention back to Jose, hook raised. Kids watched in suspence, thinking it was all a show. ""Or else what, ye skallewag?"" Foxy taunted, almost as if he was sentient.</div></blockquote><br/>Jose picked up a fire extinguisher that was nearby and said to Foxy in a angry voice"" Or else i will bash your head in with this Fire Extinguisher"". Then he head the fire extinguisher close to him in case Foxy tried to attack him."
350,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452&start=100,2014-11-23T21:03:00,UBS,*the man places the hat in Freddy once he stops his little act* there we go *the man begins walking to foxy's Odyssey
351,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452&start=100,2014-11-23T21:23:00,Northern European Senates remnants,"""Look Vito I'm sorry to."" I have had little experience with pizza I'm more of a desert and pasta man. I will help as much as I can, tell me to jump and I'll will only ask how high."" Johan looked apologetic as Vito rushed around the room just before lunch. ""Why do you hate bonnie so much?"""
352,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452&start=125,2014-11-23T21:49:00,Lingria,"Johannes was sleeping like a rock when suddenly his antique Bobble Head fell and hit him in the head ""Whaa?...."" He touched his head ""Ow...ow"" when he tried to lay back down his body just wouldn't cooperate and so he jumped out of bed and headed for the bathroom<br/>When he finally stopped tripping on himself he grabbed the shaving Cream and his razor as he was shaving he preped the shower on hot and washed himself down<br/><br/>After dressing he went and starting walking towards the Park ""I'm just gonna check in "" he told himself.He showed his ID to the Front Guard after he let him in Johannes walked towards the Animatronics Repair Team"
353,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452&start=125,2014-11-24T10:18:00,Ammar,"<blockquote><div><cite>Northern European Senates remnants <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320452&amp;p=22545470#p22545470"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Look Vito I'm sorry to."" I have had little experience with pizza I'm more of a desert and pasta man. I will help as much as I can, tell me to jump and I'll will only ask how high."" Johan looked apologetic as Vito rushed around the room just before lunch. ""Why do you hate bonnie so much?""</div></blockquote><br/>Vito chopped a tomato without mercy. ""That devil took me for everything. It never left the door. It kept me prisoner as that yellow Freddy took them to the storage room. It just stands there, a reminder of how I failed.""<br/>----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------<br/>Foxy was impressed with how authoritative Jose was trying to be. With a chuckle, Foxy said ""Well now matey, you best not scare the little kiddies. They be here fer me, ya know. I'd best get back to me spot, or they might miss me and all me glory."" Foxy went back to his spot, waiting for night to come.<br/>----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------<br/>The bell tolled eleven, cueing the park's closing. Everyone went home, except for the people who had night shift. Seasel was also present tonight in his office with the door locked and a deck pushed in front of it. Busy counting profits for the day, Seasel sighed disappointed. ""Not even close."" he mumbled to himself. Checking the security feed, the PA System was turned on, keeping Santa in place and the Water Balloons were locked up, keeping Puppet out of the picture. As for Freddy, he was already on the move, along with Chica and Foxy. Maybe Kyle was a bad idea, but anything to save this park was better than nothing."
354,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452&start=125,2014-11-24T14:04:00,UBS,"<blockquote><div><cite>Ammar <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320452&amp;p=22550281#p22550281"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Northern European Senates remnants <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320452&amp;p=22545470#p22545470"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Look Vito I'm sorry to."" I have had little experience with pizza I'm more of a desert and pasta man. I will help as much as I can, tell me to jump and I'll will only ask how high."" Johan looked apologetic as Vito rushed around the room just before lunch. ""Why do you hate bonnie so much?""</div></blockquote><br/>Vito chopped a tomato without mercy. ""That devil took me for everything. It never left the door. It kept me prisoner as that yellow Freddy took them to the storage room. It just stands there, a reminder of how I failed.""<br/>----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------<br/>Foxy was impressed with how authoritative Jose was trying to be. With a chuckle, Foxy said ""Well now matey, you best not scare the little kiddies. They be here fer me, ya know. I'd best get back to me spot, or they might miss me and all me glory."" Foxy went back to his spot, waiting for night to come.<br/>----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------<br/>The bell tolled eleven, cueing the park's closing. Everyone went home, except for the people who had night shift. Seasel was also present tonight in his office with the door locked and a deck pushed in front of it. Busy counting profits for the day, Seasel sighed disappointed. ""Not even close."" he mumbled to himself. Checking the security feed, the PA System was turned on, keeping Santa in place and the Water Balloons were locked up, keeping Puppet out of the picture. As for Freddy, he was already on the move, along with Chica and Foxy. Maybe Kyle was a bad idea, but anything to save this park was better than nothing.</div></blockquote><br/>*the man in the suit notices the bell,but does not leave the park,he continues walking around the plaza*"
355,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452&start=125,2014-11-24T16:53:00,Northern European Senates remnants,"Johan said goodbye to Vito after a long day of making pizzas and filling orders and screaming kids he collected his gear, said goodbye to the waitress and walked out of the park as Freddy came around the corner. He tried to get Johan but the gate was already closed."
356,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452&start=125,2014-11-25T10:34:00,Ammar,"<blockquote><div><cite>Northern European Senates remnants <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320452&amp;p=22554962#p22554962"">wrote</a>:</cite>Johan said goodbye to Vito after a long day of making pizzas and filling orders and screaming kids he collected his gear, said goodbye to the waitress and walked out of the park as Freddy came around the corner. He tried to get Johan but the gate was already closed.</div></blockquote><br/>A melody started playing from Freddy, the Toreador Song from Carmen, a French opera. It played for only a minute before Freddy was now facing Johan. Freddy appeared to have been soaked by something. His fur appeared to be damp and moldy. Freddy laughed a little and said ""Well hey there friend. Are you lost?"""
357,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452&start=125,2014-11-25T16:01:00,Northern European Senates remnants,"<blockquote><div><cite>Ammar <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320452&amp;p=22565521#p22565521"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Northern European Senates remnants <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320452&amp;p=22554962#p22554962"">wrote</a>:</cite>Johan said goodbye to Vito after a long day of making pizzas and filling orders and screaming kids he collected his gear, said goodbye to the waitress and walked out of the park as Freddy came around the corner. He tried to get Johan but the gate was already closed.</div></blockquote><br/>A melody started playing from Freddy, the Toreador Song from Carmen, a French opera. It played for only a minute before Freddy was now facing Johan. Freddy appeared to have been soaked by something. His fur appeared to be damp and moldy. Freddy laughed a little and said ""Well hey there friend. Are you lost?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""No Freddy, see this fence here, you can't come past. And also see I'm outside the fence. So goodbye Freddy go scare someone else, you can't get me."" Johan shuddered as he saw Freddy watch him as he walked from the fence, Freddy coughed something then wandered of."
358,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452&start=125,2014-11-25T17:05:00,Ammar,"In the cameras, it seemed completely normal for the park. Foxy was charging everywhere aimlessly, Chica wondered around, Bonnie pretty much hugged the wall, and Santa was trapped in the Fazbear Carol hall, tng it was raining outside. In on camera though, Puppet was seen in his cage. It constantly shook the bars, trying to get out, but to no avail. It occassionaly spoke. ""Be warned. There is a greater evil here than us."" it repeated constantly."
359,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452&start=125,2014-11-25T17:40:00,Lingria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Ammar <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320452&amp;p=22570827#p22570827"">wrote</a>:</cite>In the cameras, it seemed completely normal for the park. Foxy was charging everywhere aimlessly, Chica wondered around, Bonnie pretty much hugged the wall, and Santa was trapped in the Fazbear Carol hall, tng it was raining outside. In on camera though, Puppet was seen in his cage. It constantly shook the bars, trying to get out, but to no avail. It occassionaly spoke. ""Be warned. There is a greater evil here than us."" it repeated constantly.</div></blockquote><br/>Staring at the cameras Johannes noticed that the puppet kept on repeating ""<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Be warned, There is a greater evil here than us</span>""' he thought for a moment '<span style=""font-style: italic"">What does he mean by that?</span>just then he remembered the fucking yellow Freddy 'Maybe it has something to do with '97?' He cleared his mind so he could pay attention to the survival but it was rather lonely not having Lizzy with him"
360,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452&start=125,2014-11-25T17:48:00,Ammar,"<blockquote><div><cite>Lingria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320452&amp;p=22571193#p22571193"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Ammar <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320452&amp;p=22570827#p22570827"">wrote</a>:</cite>In the cameras, it seemed completely normal for the park. Foxy was charging everywhere aimlessly, Chica wondered around, Bonnie pretty much hugged the wall, and Santa was trapped in the Fazbear Carol hall, tng it was raining outside. In on camera though, Puppet was seen in his cage. It constantly shook the bars, trying to get out, but to no avail. It occassionaly spoke. ""Be warned. There is a greater evil here than us."" it repeated constantly.</div></blockquote><br/>Staring at the cameras Johannes noticed that the puppet kept on repeating ""<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Be warned, There is a greater evil here than us</span>""' he thought for a moment '<span style=""font-style: italic"">What does he mean by that?</span> just then he remembered the fucking yellow Freddy 'Maybe it has something to do with '97?' He cleared his mind so he could pay attention to the survival but it was rather lonely not having Lizzy with him</div></blockquote><br/>Out in the hallway, the heavy stomping of one of the characters could be heard. It wasn't exactly clear who, but moaning could be heard, followed by some kind of animal noise. It was Chica on her way down the right hall. To the left, even louder footsteps were charging down at full speed with shouting echoing down. ""You better run, me harty!"" the beserk animatronic yelled as it could be seen sprinting into the front door of the building."
361,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452&start=125,2014-11-25T18:08:00,Northern European Senates remnants,"As Johan got in his car he saw Freddy slump away, Johan had won the battle. As he drove away he saw the last of the night guards slinking in through bushes and trees avoiding the animatronics and heading towards their stations."
362,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452&start=125,2014-12-02T06:34:00,Lingria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Ammar <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320452&amp;p=22571296#p22571296"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Lingria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320452&amp;p=22571193#p22571193"">wrote</a>:</cite>Staring at the cameras Johannes noticed that the puppet kept on repeating ""<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Be warned, There is a greater evil here than us</span>""' he thought for a moment '<span style=""font-style: italic"">What does he mean by that?</span> just then he remembered the fucking yellow Freddy 'Maybe it has something to do with '97?' He cleared his mind so he could pay attention to the survival but it was rather lonely not having Lizzy with him</div></blockquote><br/>Out in the hallway, the heavy stomping of one of the characters could be heard. It wasn't exactly clear who, but moaning could be heard, followed by some kind of animal noise. It was Chica on her way down the right hall. To the left, even louder footsteps were charging down at full speed with shouting echoing down. ""You better run, me harty!"" the beserk animatronic yelled as it could be seen sprinting into the front door of the building.</div></blockquote><br/>Johannes thought for a moment '<span style=""font-style: italic"">I might want to go see the puppet,By the looks of it he has something to say</span>' his mind was cleared when he heard foot steps coming from the Right and left so he chose that the room wasn't the safest place in the Park so he sprinted at full speed out the front doors to the park yard and followed the sound of the voice calling him ""<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Come,Come</span>"" he kept on hearing when he found the source of the noise,it was to his surprise the puppet every now and then it would spaz out and yell to him ""<span style=""font-weight: bold"">FASTER FASTER,COME COME</span>"" and he was horrified but knew that he needed to listen to it so he walked up to it and said with bravery in his voice ""Speak Puppet and speak fast"""
363,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452&start=125,2014-12-02T09:29:00,Ammar,"<blockquote><div><cite>Lingria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320452&amp;p=22649490#p22649490"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Ammar <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320452&amp;p=22571296#p22571296"">wrote</a>:</cite>Out in the hallway, the heavy stomping of one of the characters could be heard. It wasn't exactly clear who, but moaning could be heard, followed by some kind of animal noise. It was Chica on her way down the right hall. To the left, even louder footsteps were charging down at full speed with shouting echoing down. ""You better run, me harty!"" the beserk animatronic yelled as it could be seen sprinting into the front door of the building.</div></blockquote><br/>Johannes thought for a moment '<span style=""font-style: italic"">I might want to go see the puppet,By the looks of it he has something to say</span>' his mind was cleared when he heard foot steps coming from the Right and left so he chose that the room wasn't the safest place in the Park so he sprinted at full speed out the front doors to the park yard and followed the sound of the voice calling him ""<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Come,Come</span>"" he kept on hearing when he found the source of the noise,it was to his surprise the puppet every now and then it would spaz out and yell to him ""<span style=""font-weight: bold"">FASTER FASTER,COME COME</span>"" and he was horrified but knew that he needed to listen to it so he walked up to it and said with bravery in his voice ""Speak Puppet and speak fast""</div></blockquote><br/>Puppet just sat there, singing. ""All around the rose berry bush, the fox chases the weasel. All around the rose berry bush, pop goes the weasel!"" After a while of singing, Puppet sinked down behind the counter, and said ""Do you know where they are hidden? Where their grave would be?"""
364,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452&start=125,2014-12-03T07:09:00,Lingria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Ammar <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320452&amp;p=22650848#p22650848"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Lingria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320452&amp;p=22649490#p22649490"">wrote</a>:</cite>Johannes thought for a moment '<span style=""font-style: italic"">I might want to go see the puppet,By the looks of it he has something to say</span>' his mind was cleared when he heard foot steps coming from the Right and left so he chose that the room wasn't the safest place in the Park so he sprinted at full speed out the front doors to the park yard and followed the sound of the voice calling him ""<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Come,Come</span>"" he kept on hearing when he found the source of the noise,it was to his surprise the puppet every now and then it would spaz out and yell to him ""<span style=""font-weight: bold"">FASTER FASTER,COME COME</span>"" and he was horrified but knew that he needed to listen to it so he walked up to it and said with bravery in his voice ""Speak Puppet and speak fast""</div></blockquote><br/>Puppet just sat there, singing. ""All around the rose berry bush, the fox chases the weasel. All around the rose berry bush, pop goes the weasel!"" After a while of singing, Puppet sinked down behind the counter, and said ""Do you know where they are hidden? Where their grave would be?""</div></blockquote><br/>Johannes thought for a moment before responding ""No,I haven't the clue what your talking about.If you could explain it that would be helpful"" Johannes said while checking his behind"
365,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452&start=125,2014-12-03T10:55:00,Ammar,"<blockquote><div><cite>Lingria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320452&amp;p=22661077#p22661077"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Ammar <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320452&amp;p=22650848#p22650848"">wrote</a>:</cite>Puppet just sat there, singing. ""All around the rose berry bush, the fox chases the weasel. All around the rose berry bush, pop goes the weasel!"" After a while of singing, Puppet sinked down behind the counter, and said ""Do you know where they are hidden? Where their grave would be?""</div></blockquote><br/>Johannes thought for a moment before responding ""No,I haven't the clue what your talking about.If you could explain it that would be helpful"" Johannes said while checking his behind</div></blockquote><br/>The Puppet giggled. ""We remember. We remember how it felt. We know where they are."" the Puppet rambled as it popped back up shouting ""Pop goes the weasel!"" It then got curious. ""Tell me, what do you know of this place?"""
366,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452&start=125,2014-12-04T09:43:00,Lingria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Ammar <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320452&amp;p=22662373#p22662373"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Lingria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320452&amp;p=22661077#p22661077"">wrote</a>:</cite>Johannes thought for a moment before responding ""No,I haven't the clue what your talking about.If you could explain it that would be helpful"" Johannes said while checking his behind</div></blockquote><br/>The Puppet giggled. ""We remember. We remember how it felt. We know where they are."" the Puppet rambled as it popped back up shouting ""Pop goes the weasel!"" It then got curious. ""Tell me, what do you know of this place?""</div></blockquote><br/>""Well Scott did say there was an Accident in '97 and that the machines were know to wander"" Johannes recalled the conversation with Scott ""and that 3-5 Children went missing,Also that parents noticed blood coming out of the Animatronics eyes"""
367,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452&start=125,2014-12-04T10:13:00,Ammar,"<blockquote><div><cite>Lingria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320452&amp;p=22673961#p22673961"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Ammar <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320452&amp;p=22662373#p22662373"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Puppet giggled. ""We remember. We remember how it felt. We know where they are."" the Puppet rambled as it popped back up shouting ""Pop goes the weasel!"" It then got curious. ""Tell me, what do you know of this place?""</div></blockquote><br/>""Well Scott did say there was an Accident in '97 and that the machines were know to wander"" Johannes recalled the conversation with Scott ""and that 3-5 Children went missing,Also that parents noticed blood coming out of the Animatronics eyes""</div></blockquote><br/>Puppet starred at Johannes silently and then began to shake the cage. ""And where do you think those kids went? POP GOES THE WEASEL!"" the Puppet said as it bursted out into hysterical laughter. After sinking back down, the Puppet got back up and began wrapping its incredibly long arm around its neck like it was about to hang itself. ""So, where did they go?"" it asked again."
368,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452&start=125,2014-12-04T17:16:00,Ammar,"At the Fazbear Christmas show stage, Santa was roaming the empty isles, fearing the rain that it heard over the speakers. Up at the control room, where another camera was placed, Golden Freddy turned of the PA System, and the rain stopped. Santa then got a little curious and headed outside. Seeing it dry outside, Santa got pretty angry at being made a fool of. It stormed off to the Pyppet's cage, letting out a furious ""Ho ho ho!""."
369,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452&start=125,2014-12-10T22:36:00,Old Craet,"<blockquote><div><cite>Ammar <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320452&amp;p=22674249#p22674249"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Lingria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320452&amp;p=22673961#p22673961"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Well Scott did say there was an Accident in '97 and that the machines were know to wander"" Johannes recalled the conversation with Scott ""and that 3-5 Children went missing,Also that parents noticed blood coming out of the Animatronics eyes""</div></blockquote><br/>Puppet starred at Johannes silently and then began to shake the cage. ""And where do you think those kids went? POP GOES THE WEASEL!"" the Puppet said as it bursted out into hysterical laughter. After sinking back down, the Puppet got back up and began wrapping its incredibly long arm around its neck like it was about to hang itself. ""So, where did they go?"" it asked again.</div></blockquote><br/>""Straight into the animatronic costumes."" Lizzy said. She managed to get into the room without being spotted.<br/>""The children were stuffed into animatronic costumes because the murderer needed to get rid of the bodies quickly. And he happened to be near the costumes."" Lizzy kept on saying. She figured this out when she saw some of the costumes with blood in the joints. And the laugh."
370,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452&start=125,2014-12-11T10:06:00,Ammar,"<blockquote><div><cite>Old Craet <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320452&amp;p=22756179#p22756179"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Ammar <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320452&amp;p=22674249#p22674249"">wrote</a>:</cite>Puppet starred at Johannes silently and then began to shake the cage. ""And where do you think those kids went? POP GOES THE WEASEL!"" the Puppet said as it bursted out into hysterical laughter. After sinking back down, the Puppet got back up and began wrapping its incredibly long arm around its neck like it was about to hang itself. ""So, where did they go?"" it asked again.</div></blockquote><br/>""Straight into the animatronic costumes."" Lizzy said. She managed to get into the room without being spotted.<br/>""The children were stuffed into animatronic costumes because the murderer needed to get rid of the bodies quickly. And he happened to be near the costumes."" Lizzy kept on saying. She figured this out when she saw some of the costumes with blood in the joints. And the laugh.</div></blockquote><br/>""Very good. It sounds like you've been doing your homework, but where are they now?"" the Puppet inquired. It then tightened its grip on its neck and began screaming. As it did, this alerted a certain chicken. From behind the Water Balloons stand, a moaning came out, and Chica stepped out from behind. ""Hey there, cutie."" she said. ""Whatcha doin'?"""
371,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452&start=125,2015-01-04T00:38:00,Old Craet,"<blockquote><div><cite>Ammar <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320452&amp;p=22759617#p22759617"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Old Craet <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320452&amp;p=22756179#p22756179"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Straight into the animatronic costumes."" Lizzy said. She managed to get into the room without being spotted.<br/>""The children were stuffed into animatronic costumes because the murderer needed to get rid of the bodies quickly. And he happened to be near the costumes."" Lizzy kept on saying. She figured this out when she saw some of the costumes with blood in the joints. And the laugh.</div></blockquote><br/>""Very good. It sounds like you've been doing your homework, but where are they now?"" the Puppet inquired. It then tightened its grip on its neck and began screaming. As it did, this alerted a certain chicken. From behind the Water Balloons stand, a moaning came out, and Chica stepped out from behind. ""Hey there, cutie."" she said. ""Whatcha doin'?""</div></blockquote><br/>""Go away Suzie, were busy."" Lizzy said, calling Chica by a different name. A name of a missing dead girl.<br/>""Now puppet, riddle me this. If you know so much, are you responsible?"" Lizzy than asked the deranged puppet."
372,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452&start=125,2015-01-04T02:12:00,Lingria,"Johannes jumped behind a bush when Chica showed up, ""PSST!! Hide!"" Crouching behind the bush he pulled out the M1911 he carries with him every where (excluding the airport) ""Gut, 7 Bullets. full clip"""
373,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452&start=125,2015-01-04T02:46:00,Old Craet,"<blockquote><div><cite>Lingria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320452&amp;p=23019857#p23019857"">wrote</a>:</cite>Johannes jumped behind a bush when Chica showed up, ""PSST!! Hide!"" Crouching behind the bush he pulled out the M1911 he carries with him every where (excluding the airport) ""Gut, 7 Bullets. full clip""</div></blockquote><br/>""No. She's not a threat."" Lizzy said, with a tear streaking down her face."
374,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452&start=125,2015-01-04T03:05:00,Lingria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Old Craet <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320452&amp;p=23019955#p23019955"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Lingria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320452&amp;p=23019857#p23019857"">wrote</a>:</cite>Johannes jumped behind a bush when Chica showed up, ""PSST!! Hide!"" Crouching behind the bush he pulled out the M1911 he carries with him every where (excluding the airport) ""Gut, 7 Bullets. full clip""</div></blockquote><br/>""No. She's not a threat."" Lizzy said, with a tear streaking down her face.</div></blockquote><br/>Jumping from the bush Johannes looked at Lizzy ""My dear you are crying"" walking over to her he pulled out a handkerchief wiping her face ""You look much more pretty when tear don't dot your face, Please don't cry on me"" hugging her he wondered why she was in tears"
375,Five Nights at Freddy's Funland(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320452&start=125,2015-01-09T21:32:00,Ammar,"<blockquote><div><cite>Old Craet <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320452&amp;p=23019524#p23019524"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Ammar <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320452&amp;p=22759617#p22759617"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Very good. It sounds like you've been doing your homework, but where are they now?"" the Puppet inquired. It then tightened its grip on its neck and began screaming. As it did, this alerted a certain chicken. From behind the Water Balloons stand, a moaning came out, and Chica stepped out from behind. ""Hey there, cutie."" she said. ""Whatcha doin'?""</div></blockquote><br/>""Go away Suzie, were busy."" Lizzy said, calling Chica by a different name. A name of a missing dead girl.<br/>""Now puppet, riddle me this. If you know so much, are you responsible?"" Lizzy than asked the deranged puppet.</div></blockquote><br/>The Puppet stopped screaming. Then, its voice seemed to change to that of a woman's. ""Fool! What are you to blame a mother?"" In its normal voice, it continued, ""Well, you know why I'm locked in here every night?"" the Puppet asked. ""Is it because I'll escape the park and tell everyone about the backroom, or is something about about my programming, or am I really, a demon?"" The Puppet then slipped away. ""I'll see you tomorrow."" the Puppet said as the clock struck six o' clock and the animatronics all returned to their place."
376,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466,2014-11-17T13:51:00,Australian Antarctica,"<span style=""font-style: italic"">""The Cold War isn't thawing; it is burning with a deadly heat. Communism isn't sleeping; it is, as always, plotting, scheming, working, fighting""</span><br/>-Richard M. Nixon<br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://download.gamezone.com/uploads/image/data/1159088/assassins_creed_berlin_wall_cold_war.jpg""/><br/>Background: Thee battle between Templars and Assassins has Ben going on for hundreds if not thousands of years. The Templars fight for control and hope to create a stable and peaceful world through their ""New World Order."" Their origins are believed to have began with the murder of Abel by Cain, Cain being the the first Templar. The Templar order rose to be a powerful organization during the Middle Ages with the formation of the Knights of Templar. The Templars have organizations all across the world to attempt to influence world and seize total control. The Assassin Order was formed to stop the Templar order and to promote freedom and peace throughout the world. The origins of the assassin order date back to Adam and Eve who rebelled against ""those who came before"" by stealing pieces of Eden. Famous assassins have defeated Templar plots through history, from Altaïr Ibn-La'Ahad in the Middle Ages, and Ezio Auditore da Firenze during the Renaissance to Connor Kenway during the American Revolution. The Assassin order is based on secrecy and uses their skills to thwart Templar plots. The Templars have caused every major conflict in history. From the Assassination of Julius Caesar to the Murder of JFK, the templars have changed history for the worse.<br/><br/><br/>1967, a time of war, a time of change. In America, the Templars are manipulating the government to escalate. The Assassins are trying to open the path for Civil rights. In Vietnam the Cold War is steps away from going hot. It is your job to fight for freedom as an Assassin or order as a Templar, be it at home, or abroad.<br/><br/><br/>The Three Tenets:<br/>Stay your blade from the flesh of an innocent<br/>Hide in plain sight<br/>Never compromise the Brotherhood<br/><br/>No one liners please try to make as detailed posts as possible."
377,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466,2014-11-17T14:11:00,Australian Antarctica,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">North Vietnam, near the DMZ</span></span><br/>Joe lay in wait, his targets moving slowly through the dense jungle. He was trying to fre a pro-American spy captured by 3 Templar agents.<span style=""font-style: italic"">That Templar agent won't know what hit 'em</span>Joe thought. He took a deep breath and let half of it out.<span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bang!</span></span>the rifle kicked against his shoulder. The Templar's head exploded into a red mist. He ran from his cover and took down the other two agents. He then freed the captive Vietnamese woman and lead her across the border."
378,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466,2014-11-17T16:46:00,Togeria,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""> Germany, near Berlin Wall.</span><hr/><br/>There stood Jim, looking at the wall in a quiet rage. ""Are really the ones to decide what is best for these people? Sure they did horrible things, but we overstayed our welcome."" He thought. It was a quiet day, not too cold or hot but mild. He was sent here by the order to look at the condition of the country. Two days from now he would be sent to Vietnam to hell, he dreaded it, as he could care less for the Vietnamese people, but he heard there was a high ranking Templar there, he also heard there was a assassin there who could help him. He would take this mission no matter how glum it was."
379,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466,2014-11-17T16:49:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320466&amp;p=22473869#p22473869"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""> Germany, near Berlin Wall.</span><hr/><br/>There stood Jim, looking at the wall in a quiet rage. ""Are really the ones to decide what is best for these people? Sure they did horrible things, but we overstayed our welcome."" He thought. It was a quiet day, not too cold or hot but mild. He was sent here by the order to look at the condition of the country. Two days from now he would be sent to Vietnam to hell, he dreaded it, as he could care less for the Vietnamese people, but he heard there was a high ranking Templar there, he also heard there was a assassin there who could help him. He would take this mission no matter how glum it was.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">2 Days Later</span></span><br/>Joe sat against a tree, waiting for the other assassin. He had to be careful, a lot of American troops were around. He did not need to be sent back to his old unit."
380,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466,2014-11-17T17:00:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320466&amp;p=22473907#p22473907"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320466&amp;p=22473869#p22473869"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""> Germany, near Berlin Wall.</span><hr/><br/>There stood Jim, looking at the wall in a quiet rage. ""Are really the ones to decide what is best for these people? Sure they did horrible things, but we overstayed our welcome."" He thought. It was a quiet day, not too cold or hot but mild. He was sent here by the order to look at the condition of the country. Two days from now he would be sent to Vietnam to hell, he dreaded it, as he could care less for the Vietnamese people, but he heard there was a high ranking Templar there, he also heard there was a assassin there who could help him. He would take this mission no matter how glum it was.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">2 Days Later</span></span><br/>Joe sat against a tree, waiting for the other assassin. He had to be careful, a lot of American troops were around. He did not need to be sent back to his old unit.</div></blockquote><br/>Jim saw a man standing near a tree, he was different from the others almost as if he was hiding himself. He came up to the man,""howdy, the name is Jim, how about yours?"" He asked. This man felt to different. Too different. As if he was dangerous, as dangerous as Jim himself. He would keep on his toes."
381,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466,2014-11-17T17:05:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320466&amp;p=22474045#p22474045"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320466&amp;p=22473907#p22473907"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">2 Days Later</span></span><br/>Joe sat against a tree, waiting for the other assassin. He had to be careful, a lot of American troops were around. He did not need to be sent back to his old unit.</div></blockquote><br/>Jim saw a man standing near a tree, he was different from the others almost as if he was hiding himself. He came up to the man,""howdy, the name is Jim, how about yours?"" He asked. This man felt to different. Too different. As if he was dangerous, as dangerous as Jim himself. He would keep on his toes.</div></blockquote><br/>""Names Joe. You look like a greenie"" Joe's uniform was worn and covered in mud and blood, his face was cut up and a bloody mess. He had his hidden blades ready, this man seemed.... different. He had a certain air to him, an air that said he wasn't new to killing, just this place. ""Nice ring you have there"""
382,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466,2014-11-17T17:13:00,Togeria,"He noticed his ring, so either this guy was ultra observant or he was an assassin. Jim went with the latter. He looked at the mans hands, seeing a similar ring on him too. ""Hello brother, I've been assigned to help take out the Templar."" He said in a quiet voice, showing his ring to the man for examination."
383,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466,2014-11-17T17:15:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320466&amp;p=22474240#p22474240"">wrote</a>:</cite>He noticed his ring, so either this guy was ultra observant or he was an assassin. Jim went with the latter. He looked at the mans hands, seeing a similar ring on him too. ""Hello brother, I've been assigned to help take out the Templar."" He said in a quiet voice, showing his ring to the man for examination.</div></blockquote><br/>""Ah, good. I've been waiting for you. The templar is not far from here. Actually... He's your CO"""
384,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466,2014-11-17T17:19:00,Togeria,"""So, when do we kill him."" This wouldn't be a hard task. He's killed many men before, what would be hard is all the soldiers around the CO."
385,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466,2014-11-17T17:20:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320466&amp;p=22474321#p22474321"">wrote</a>:</cite>""So, when do we kill him."" This wouldn't be a hard task. He's killed many men before, what would be hard is all the soldiers around the CO.</div></blockquote><br/>""You guys are going on patrol in a few minutes. You have to take point and then I will stage an ambush. In the confusion, you kill him"""
386,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466,2014-11-17T17:33:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320466&amp;p=22474344#p22474344"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320466&amp;p=22474321#p22474321"">wrote</a>:</cite>""So, when do we kill him."" This wouldn't be a hard task. He's killed many men before, what would be hard is all the soldiers around the CO.</div></blockquote><br/>""You guys are going on patrol in a few minutes. You have to take point and then I will stage an ambush. In the confusion, you kill him""</div></blockquote><br/>""Fine, don't keep me waiting. I'm stationed here until the remainder of the war, and to be honest I kinda hate fighting people who didn't do anything to deserve it."" He stated, he was a young but often serious man, maybe too serious for his age. When he killed his targets he killed them quick no ands or ifs about it. He walked to his squad seeing his CO. He looked in his 40s, his hair graying, and a well built physic. Jim would need to stab his throat, a clean quick kill. He put on his hidden blade and stated marching with the squad."
387,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466,2014-11-17T17:36:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320466&amp;p=22474546#p22474546"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320466&amp;p=22474344#p22474344"">wrote</a>:</cite>""You guys are going on patrol in a few minutes. You have to take point and then I will stage an ambush. In the confusion, you kill him""</div></blockquote><br/>""Fine, don't keep me waiting. I'm stationed here until the remainder of the war, and to be honest I kinda hate fighting people who didn't do anything to deserve it."" He stated, he was a young but often serious man, maybe too serious for his age. When he killed his targets he killed them quick no ands or ifs about it. He walked to his squad seeing his CO. He looked in his 40s, his hair graying, and a well built physic. Jim would need to stab his throat, a clean quick kill. He put on his hidden blade and stated marching with the squad.</div></blockquote><br/>Joe had set up 5 trip wires attached to flares and firecracker to simulate gunshots. On soldier tripped on a wire and set off the firecrackers and flares. The G.Is dropped and Joe began firing above their heads. He threw a smoke grenade to cover his ally."
388,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466,2014-11-17T17:36:00,Faustin Land,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320466&amp;p=22474546#p22474546"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320466&amp;p=22474344#p22474344"">wrote</a>:</cite>""You guys are going on patrol in a few minutes. You have to take point and then I will stage an ambush. In the confusion, you kill him""</div></blockquote><br/>""Fine, don't keep me waiting. I'm stationed here until the remainder of the war, and to be honest I kinda hate fighting people who didn't do anything to deserve it."" He stated, he was a young but often serious man, maybe too serious for his age. When he killed his targets he killed them quick no ands or ifs about it. He walked to his squad seeing his CO. He looked in his 40s, his hair graying, and a well built physic. Jim would need to stab his throat, a clean quick kill. He put on his hidden blade and stated marching with the squad.</div></blockquote><br/>Suddenly, the CO collapses. Upon closer inspection, a poison dart appears to be lodged in his neck"
389,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466,2014-11-17T17:37:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Faustin Land <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320466&amp;p=22474582#p22474582"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320466&amp;p=22474546#p22474546"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Fine, don't keep me waiting. I'm stationed here until the remainder of the war, and to be honest I kinda hate fighting people who didn't do anything to deserve it."" He stated, he was a young but often serious man, maybe too serious for his age. When he killed his targets he killed them quick no ands or ifs about it. He walked to his squad seeing his CO. He looked in his 40s, his hair graying, and a well built physic. Jim would need to stab his throat, a clean quick kill. He put on his hidden blade and stated marching with the squad.</div></blockquote><br/>Suddenly, the CO collapses. Upon closer inspection, a poison dart appears to be lodged in his neck</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: No one liners please."
390,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466,2014-11-17T17:38:00,Faustin Land,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320466&amp;p=22474596#p22474596"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Faustin Land <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320466&amp;p=22474582#p22474582"">wrote</a>:</cite>Suddenly, the CO collapses. Upon closer inspection, a poison dart appears to be lodged in his neck</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: No one liners please.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: That wasn't a joke."
391,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466,2014-11-17T17:40:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Faustin Land <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320466&amp;p=22474608#p22474608"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320466&amp;p=22474596#p22474596"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: No one liners please.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: That wasn't a joke.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: Please expand your post."
392,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466,2014-11-17T17:50:00,Faustin Land,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320466&amp;p=22474627#p22474627"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Faustin Land <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320466&amp;p=22474608#p22474608"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: That wasn't a joke.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: Please expand your post.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: Okay.<br/><br/>Suddenly, the OC is shot.<br/><br/>It wasn't so much the pain, but the shock, the surprise, of almost anticipating, feeling the hot, wet pain in his chest, the hole the bullet made. It wasn't what he expected. He had thought there would be more pain. He stumbled, taken aback, still looking dully into the air, not know what came next, just knowing that it was the end."
393,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466,2014-11-17T17:52:00,Neema,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Vietnam, two miles north of the ambush.</span></span><br/><br/>Vitaly sat in his tent, solemnly assembling his weapon. ""Могу ли я не нужно использовать это убийство устройство в этот день, но если я делаю, направлять свою цель."" He prayed softly, folding the barrel extension into the carry position and attaching the sling to the large rifle as he slipped the strap over his shoulder and left the tent."
394,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466,2014-11-17T17:53:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Faustin Land <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320466&amp;p=22474777#p22474777"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320466&amp;p=22474627#p22474627"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: Please expand your post.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: Okay. <br/><br/>Suddenly, the OC is shot. <br/><br/>It wasn't so much the pain, but the shock, the surprise, of almost anticipating, feeling the hot, wet pain in his chest, the hole the bullet made. It wasn't what he expected. He had thought there would be more pain. He stumbled, taken aback, still looking dully into the air, not know what came next, just knowing that it was the end.</div></blockquote><br/>Joe saw the muzzle flash through the smoke and jumped into a tree. He saw the man sneaked across the tree tops to the tree above the man's head. Joe dropped down and aimed his pistol at the man's head."
395,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466,2014-11-17T17:55:00,Togeria,"Jim went in to kill the OC when he saw the man drop. He was struggling for air, struggling for life. He looked like a fish you just took out of water. Jim took the dart out his neck, he would investigate it later right now he would have to leave. ""Everyone, get out of here!"" He yelled, as him and his squad returned to base."
396,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466,2014-11-17T17:58:00,Faustin Land,"The man, who oddly looks like 007, jumps from tree to tree in an effort to flee the crime scene."
397,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466,2014-11-17T17:59:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Faustin Land <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320466&amp;p=22474883#p22474883"">wrote</a>:</cite>The man, who oddly looks like 007, jumps from tree to tree in an effort to flee the crime scene.</div></blockquote><br/>Joe put's two bullets into the man's hand and leg."
398,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466,2014-11-17T18:01:00,Togeria,"Back at the base Jim looks at the dart,"" he was poisoned. Damnit that was suppose to be my kill."" Jim looked around the site before heading back to the sight, he would have to check the body."
399,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466,2014-11-17T18:02:00,Faustin Land,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320466&amp;p=22474905#p22474905"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Faustin Land <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320466&amp;p=22474883#p22474883"">wrote</a>:</cite>The man, who oddly looks like 007, jumps from tree to tree in an effort to flee the crime scene.</div></blockquote><br/>Joe put's two bullets into the man's hand and leg.</div></blockquote><br/>The man falls to the ground, but easily gets up shortly afterwords.<br/><br/>""Ha! Tis but a flesh wound""<br/><br/>The man throws two daggers at the assassin before fleeing the scene for good."
400,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466,2014-11-17T18:03:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Faustin Land <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320466&amp;p=22474942#p22474942"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320466&amp;p=22474905#p22474905"">wrote</a>:</cite>Joe put's two bullets into the man's hand and leg.</div></blockquote><br/>The man falls to the ground, but gets up without even flinching. <br/><br/>""Ha! Tis but a flesh wound"" <br/><br/>The man throws two daggers at the assassin before fleeing the scene for good.</div></blockquote><br/>The Assassin chases after the man, tracking the blood trail."
401,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466&start=25,2014-11-17T18:06:00,Faustin Land,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320466&amp;p=22474954#p22474954"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Faustin Land <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320466&amp;p=22474942#p22474942"">wrote</a>:</cite>The man falls to the ground, but gets up without even flinching. <br/><br/>""Ha! Tis but a flesh wound"" <br/><br/>The man throws two daggers at the assassin before fleeing the scene for good.</div></blockquote><br/>The Assassin chases after the man, tracking the blood trail.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: I'm guessing he dodged the daggers?"
402,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466&start=25,2014-11-17T18:07:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Faustin Land <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320466&amp;p=22474987#p22474987"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320466&amp;p=22474954#p22474954"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Assassin chases after the man, tracking the blood trail.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: I'm guessing he dodged the daggers?</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: Yeah."
403,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466&start=25,2014-11-17T18:07:00,Togeria,"After awhile Jim returned to the scene. He looked at his former CO,"" it seems the poison filled his lungs. He suffocated to death. Who ever did this was a pro."" He looked and saw the foot prints, along with the blood trail. He took after the man or men, keeping to the trees as high as he can. Not leaving any foot prints."
404,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466&start=25,2014-11-17T18:10:00,Faustin Land,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320466&amp;p=22474996#p22474996"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Faustin Land <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320466&amp;p=22474987#p22474987"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: I'm guessing he dodged the daggers?</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: Yeah.</div></blockquote><br/>The blood trail ends at a cabin with no windows."
405,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466&start=25,2014-11-17T18:19:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Faustin Land <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320466&amp;p=22475032#p22475032"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320466&amp;p=22474996#p22474996"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: Yeah.</div></blockquote><br/>The blood trail ends at a cabin with no windows.</div></blockquote><br/>Joe waited for his partner to arrive, he had a feeling this was going to be tough."
406,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466&start=25,2014-11-17T18:22:00,Togeria,"After catching up he saw Joe. He jumped down and stood next to him,""so how do we approach?"" He asked, his hidden blade and gun ready."
407,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466&start=25,2014-11-17T18:24:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320466&amp;p=22475167#p22475167"">wrote</a>:</cite>After catching up he saw Joe. He jumped down and stood next to him,""so how do we approach?"" He asked, his hidden blade and gun ready.</div></blockquote><br/>""We don't. He has proved himself a capable foe. We must lie in wait, strike when the moment is right"""
408,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466&start=25,2014-11-17T18:26:00,Togeria,"Jim sat in a bush, letting it cover him. ""C'mon, hurry so we can get this over with."" He said, to his partner."
409,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466&start=25,2014-11-17T18:28:00,Faustin Land,Nothing happens at all. The only way of truly knowing what is inside the cabin is by looking through the peephole on the front door.
410,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466&start=25,2014-11-17T18:30:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320466&amp;p=22475211#p22475211"">wrote</a>:</cite>Jim sat in a bush, letting it cover him. ""C'mon, hurry so we can get this over with."" He said, to his partner.</div></blockquote><br/>""Alright, I know how to flush him out. There are no other exits I see, so we must force him out. I will throw a molotov coctail, you shoot his knees when he leaves"" Joe throws the deadly concoction at the wooden building and it immediately catches fire."
411,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466&start=25,2014-11-17T18:32:00,Togeria,"Jim runs to the back, his gun at his hip waiting for the man."
412,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466&start=25,2014-11-17T18:33:00,Faustin Land,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320466&amp;p=22475252#p22475252"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320466&amp;p=22475211#p22475211"">wrote</a>:</cite>Jim sat in a bush, letting it cover him. ""C'mon, hurry so we can get this over with."" He said, to his partner.</div></blockquote><br/>""Alright, I know how to flush him out. There are no other exits I see, so we must force him out. I will throw a molotov coctail, you shoot his knees when he leaves"" Joe throws the deadly concoction at the wooden building and it immediately catches fire.</div></blockquote><br/>No one comes out. Eventually, everything is reduced to a pile of ashes, except for a picture in the middle of the wreckage."
413,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466&start=25,2014-11-17T18:35:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320466&amp;p=22475280#p22475280"">wrote</a>:</cite>Jim runs to the back, his gun at his hip waiting for the man.</div></blockquote><br/>Joe flips his M14 to full auto and begins firing at the front wall. The bullets enter the wall."
414,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466&start=25,2014-11-17T18:36:00,Togeria,"""What the hell"" Jim says, looking at picture. ""He must've escaped through a secret tunnel. Take a look at this picture while I search for it."" Jim said, as he threw the picture to his ally"
415,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466&start=25,2014-11-17T18:38:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320466&amp;p=22475335#p22475335"">wrote</a>:</cite>""What the hell"" Jim says, looking at picture. ""He must've escaped through a secret tunnel. Take a look at this picture while I search for it."" Jim said, as he threw the picture to his ally</div></blockquote><br/>""Hmm. Looks like James Bond. Wow. Weird"""
416,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466&start=25,2014-11-17T18:38:00,Faustin Land,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320466&amp;p=22475335#p22475335"">wrote</a>:</cite>""What the hell"" Jim says, looking at picture. ""He must've escaped through a secret tunnel. Take a look at this picture while I search for it."" Jim said, as he threw the picture to his ally</div></blockquote><br/>The picture is that of the Templar that was killed ten minutes go. A red ""X"" crosses the picture. How spooky."
417,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466&start=25,2014-11-17T18:39:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Faustin Land <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320466&amp;p=22475366#p22475366"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320466&amp;p=22475335#p22475335"">wrote</a>:</cite>""What the hell"" Jim says, looking at picture. ""He must've escaped through a secret tunnel. Take a look at this picture while I search for it."" Jim said, as he threw the picture to his ally</div></blockquote><br/>The picture is that of the Templar that was killed ten minutes go. A red ""X"" crosses the picture. How spooky.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: Umm.... NO!"
418,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466&start=25,2014-11-17T18:40:00,Faustin Land,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320466&amp;p=22475375#p22475375"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Faustin Land <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320466&amp;p=22475366#p22475366"">wrote</a>:</cite>The picture is that of the Templar that was killed ten minutes go. A red ""X"" crosses the picture. How spooky.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: Umm.... NO!</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: Well its certainly not a picture of James Bond.<br/><br/>The picture is that of an assassin. A red ""X"" crosses the picture,"
419,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466&start=25,2014-11-17T18:41:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Faustin Land <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320466&amp;p=22475399#p22475399"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320466&amp;p=22475375#p22475375"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: Umm.... NO!</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: Well its certainly not a picture of James Bond. <br/><br/>The picture is that of an assassin. A red ""X"" crosses the picture,</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: Ok...<br/><br/>""This looks like my old partner"""
420,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466&start=25,2014-11-17T18:59:00,Faustin Land,"<blockquote><div><cite>Neema <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320466&amp;p=22474812#p22474812"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Vietnam, two miles north of the ambush.</span></span><br/><br/>Vitaly sat in his tent, solemnly assembling his weapon. ""Могу ли я не нужно использовать это убийство устройство в этот день, но если я делаю, направлять свою цель."" He prayed softly, folding the barrel extension into the carry position and attaching the sling to the large rifle as he slipped the strap over his shoulder and left the tent.</div></blockquote><br/>007, who has escaped from the assassins for now, approaches Vitaly.<br/><br/>""Good sir! Do you happen to know where the nearest town is?"""
421,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466&start=25,2014-11-17T19:11:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320466&amp;p=22475408#p22475408"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Faustin Land <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320466&amp;p=22475399#p22475399"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: Well its certainly not a picture of James Bond. <br/><br/>The picture is that of an assassin. A red ""X"" crosses the picture,</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: Ok...<br/><br/>""This looks like my old partner""</div></blockquote><br/>""Good for you, now help me look for the tunnel"" Jim said, honestly he didn't care about his partner, Vietnam, or himself for that matter. He was expendable, he was replaceable. His mission was to simply kill the Templar, and now that somebody stole his kill he wanted to hunt that person down."
422,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466&start=25,2014-11-17T19:14:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320466&amp;p=22475788#p22475788"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320466&amp;p=22475408#p22475408"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: Ok...<br/><br/>""This looks like my old partner""</div></blockquote><br/>""Good for you, now help me look for the tunnel"" Jim said, honestly he didn't care about his partner, Vietnam, or himself for that matter. He was expendable, he was replaceable. His mission was to simply kill the Templar, and now that somebody stole his kill he wanted to hunt that person down.</div></blockquote><br/>""No need to snap at me. Jeez. I know this safe house too, he is probably half way to Saigon by now"""
423,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466&start=25,2014-11-17T19:18:00,Togeria,"""Well then, we're headed for Saigon."" He said simply, he had grown a habit of depending if only on himself. He never truly had any friends, he was antisocial, and after joining the creed purposely kept them away from him. He took of his army vest an pulled out his gun,""we need to make it look like we died if we're going to pursue this guy"" he said."
424,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466&start=25,2014-11-17T19:20:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320466&amp;p=22475882#p22475882"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Well then, we're headed for Saigon."" He said simply, he had grown a habit of depending if only on himself. He never truly had any friends, he was antisocial, and after joining the creed purposely kept them away from him. He took of his army vest an pulled out his gun,""we need to make it look like we died if we're going to pursue this guy"" he said.</div></blockquote><br/>""He is too smart for that. Listen to me, no matter where we go, he will be one step ahead of us"" Joe was trying to figure this guy out, he had a heart, but never opened up to anyone."
425,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466&start=25,2014-11-17T19:26:00,Togeria,"""We need to track this guy down, we must have contacts that can give us a location. Plus we can't just wait here, my squad are probely looking for me and my CO, and with that fire you started who knows how close they are."" He said, sitting down on a charred chair, resting for the moment."
426,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466&start=50,2014-11-17T19:32:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320466&amp;p=22475966#p22475966"">wrote</a>:</cite>""We need to track this guy down, we must have contacts that can give us a location. Plus we can't just wait here, my squad are probely looking for me and my CO, and with that fire you started who knows how close they are."" He said, sitting down on a charred chair, resting for the moment.</div></blockquote><br/>""You need to leave your squad behind. The military used to be the place us Assassins could be free, but the templars have taken that too. We need to find help, anywhere we can. You can't go this alone Jim"" Joe's voice softened ""Please, don't kill yourself for revenge, we need good Assassins and from what i've seen, you are one of the best"""
427,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466&start=50,2014-11-17T19:40:00,Togeria,"""Fine, I'm guessing you have somewhere we can go to."" Jim said. He couldn't help but wonder, why was this guy being so nice to him. He only just met him today and yet this man was caring for him like a brother. He cared for his safety, probely more so then anyone he met before. This man truly was different. He stood up and went to the man. He would follow him, he spent more time here than Jim so it was logical right? ""I'll follow, but simply because it's the logical thing to do"" he kept a lot of things to himself his feelings, dreams, sexuality. He didn't want anyone to know because he felt it would make him look weak, he turned to the outside waiting for his partner to give the order."
428,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466&start=50,2014-11-17T19:41:00,The Sotoan Union,"""Damnit Herschel fire your weapon!""<br/>Herschel Hanner quickly raised his M-16 assault rifle and fired multiple rounds into the treetops. As he did his fellow soldiers darted to cover. Herschel quickly followed them and just barely managed to dive behind a rock as a bullet hit the ground where he had just been standing.<br/>""I can't see him."" another soldier said. ""He's too dug in.""<br/>Herschel took another look above the rock. All he could see was treetops. He ducked back behind the rock and another soldier tried to run out, but barely avoided being hit by a sniper round. The other soldiers fired into the treetops to drive the sniper away.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Come on think. How can I get this guy?</span>Herschel turned to the soldier taking cover by him.<br/>""Run out. Draw him out. I'll take him down."" Herschel said.<br/>""Are you crazy?""<br/>""Come on. When have I ever been wrong about this kind of stuff?""<br/>The soldier thought about it and complied. He ran out firing his rifle into the treetops. Herschel then looked over the rock and into the trees. Time seemed to slow down as he looked more carefully. The trees gave way to a blue color, and everything else was black. There in the trees he could see a red shape. He aimed and fired three rounds into it. As things returned to normal, a man fell dead from the tree. Herschel stood up as the other soldiers applauded him.<br/>""Damn Herschel. That was amazing. It's like you have a sixth sense with these kinds of things.""<br/>""Yeah."" Herschel said. ""Come on, let's get back to base."""
429,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466&start=50,2014-11-17T19:44:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320466&amp;p=22476134#p22476134"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Fine, I'm guessing you have somewhere we can go to."" Jim said. He couldn't help but wonder, why was this guy being so nice to him. He only just met him today and yet this man was caring for him like a brother. He cared for his safety, probely more so then anyone he met before. This man truly was different. He stood up and went to the man. He would follow him, he spent more time here than Jim so it was logical right? ""I'll follow, but simply because it's the logical thing to do"" he kept a lot of things to himself his feelings, dreams, sexuality. He didn't want anyone to know because he felt it would make him look weak, he turned to the outside waiting for his partner to give the order.</div></blockquote><br/>As they were walking through the jungle to the safe village, Joe noticed how Jim looked at him funny ""I know what your thinking and yes I am treating you differently then anyone else. You remind me of my brother"""
430,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466&start=50,2014-11-17T20:01:00,Togeria,"So, he reminded him of his brother. It must of been because if how young he looked. Jim certainly didn't look like the most macho man in the world. He had soft features , which made him seem younger than he was. He up at the sky, it looked grey, ready to rain soon. ""We should hurry up, it'd be a shame to be stuck here."" He added ""thanks , I never had sibling."" He said, it was true, he was a only child. He never knew the comforts this man enjoyed, and as such he grew a shell around himself, maybe in self defense, but the question was who was he defending himself from?"
431,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466&start=50,2014-11-17T20:39:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320466&amp;p=22476475#p22476475"">wrote</a>:</cite>So, he reminded him of his brother. It must of been because if how young he looked. Jim certainly didn't look like the most macho man in the world. He had soft features , which made him seem younger than he was. He up at the sky, it looked grey, ready to rain soon. ""We should hurry up, it'd be a shame to be stuck here."" He added ""thanks , I never had sibling."" He said, it was true, he was a only child. He never knew the comforts this man enjoyed, and as such he grew a shell around himself, maybe in self defense, but the question was who was he defending himself from?</div></blockquote><br/>""My brother was killed by a Templars when I was 2 and he was 5"""
432,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466&start=50,2014-11-17T21:15:00,Neema,"""About two miles north."" Vitaly said, resuming his jog and leaving the man behind.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Several hours later.</span><br/><br/>He arrived in a U.S. military base, the twenty mile jog having done a number on his boots, the soles had several holes from the rough terrain and two traps. ""Finally, that run was longer than I wanted."" He said, brushing mud off of his face and venturing into the base."
433,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466&start=50,2014-11-17T22:32:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320466&amp;p=22476952#p22476952"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320466&amp;p=22476475#p22476475"">wrote</a>:</cite>So, he reminded him of his brother. It must of been because if how young he looked. Jim certainly didn't look like the most macho man in the world. He had soft features , which made him seem younger than he was. He up at the sky, it looked grey, ready to rain soon. ""We should hurry up, it'd be a shame to be stuck here."" He added ""thanks , I never had sibling."" He said, it was true, he was a only child. He never knew the comforts this man enjoyed, and as such he grew a shell around himself, maybe in self defense, but the question was who was he defending himself from?</div></blockquote><br/>""My brother was killed by a Templars when I was 2 and he was 5""</div></blockquote><br/>""Sorry for your lose. My mother died when I turned 18."" He said, he wanted to avoid getting to close. He stayed quiet most of their walk, only answering questions that absolutely needed answers to."
434,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466&start=50,2014-11-18T07:41:00,The Sotoan Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>Neema <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320466&amp;p=22477344#p22477344"">wrote</a>:</cite>""About two miles north."" Vitaly said, resuming his jog and leaving the man behind.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Several hours later.</span><br/><br/>He arrived in a U.S. military base, the twenty mile jog having done a number on his boots, the soles had several holes from the rough terrain and two traps. ""Finally, that run was longer than I wanted."" He said, brushing mud off of his face and venturing into the base.</div></blockquote><br/>Herschel arrived back at base. He immediately went back to his bunk to relax. It had been a long day. After he rested he would meet his contact in the base."
435,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466&start=50,2014-11-18T15:42:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320466&amp;p=22477945#p22477945"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320466&amp;p=22476952#p22476952"">wrote</a>:</cite>""My brother was killed by a Templars when I was 2 and he was 5""</div></blockquote><br/>""Sorry for your lose. My mother died when I turned 18."" He said, he wanted to avoid getting to close. He stayed quiet most of their walk, only answering questions that absolutely needed answers to.</div></blockquote><br/>""Listen"" Joe said putting his had up to his ear ""2 Hueys, both fully loaded"""
436,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466&start=50,2014-11-18T16:55:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320466&amp;p=22484109#p22484109"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320466&amp;p=22477945#p22477945"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Sorry for your lose. My mother died when I turned 18."" He said, he wanted to avoid getting to close. He stayed quiet most of their walk, only answering questions that absolutely needed answers to.</div></blockquote><br/>""Listen"" Joe said putting his had up to his ear ""2 Hueys, both fully loaded""</div></blockquote><br/>Jim ducked down, taking Joe with him. ""Let's head to some cover then pounce."" He said, moving to the bush."
437,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466&start=50,2014-11-18T16:57:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320466&amp;p=22485045#p22485045"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320466&amp;p=22484109#p22484109"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Listen"" Joe said putting his had up to his ear ""2 Hueys, both fully loaded""</div></blockquote><br/>Jim ducked down, taking Joe with him. ""Let's head to some cover then pounce."" He said, moving to the bush.</div></blockquote><br/>""We can't, they are helicopters! Just stay down"""
438,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466&start=50,2014-11-18T17:12:00,Togeria,"Jim stayed as low as he possibly could."" Who are they lookin for? Are they looking for us?"" He asked, his voice lower than a whisper. He kept cool, but ready to move if he had to. He saw them shining bright lights, obviously they were looking for someone."
439,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466&start=50,2014-11-18T17:19:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320466&amp;p=22485218#p22485218"">wrote</a>:</cite>Jim stayed as low as he possibly could."" Who are they lookin for? Are they looking for us?"" He asked, his voice lower than a whisper. He kept cool, but ready to move if he had to. He saw them shining bright lights, obviously they were looking for someone.</div></blockquote><br/>The two Helicopters landed and let off 24 troops, 2 squads worth. They fanned out and approached the safe village. The helicopters weren't normal helicopter, but black and had the Templar cross on them. The soldiers were all armed with M16s and M1911s. Each wore an all-black uniform and had a Templar patch on them. They began firing at the village, killing everyone in sight. Children were cut in half, mothers were blown up by grenade launchers. The local militia began firing back, but were over powered.<br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Templar Huey""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><img alt=""Image"" src=""https://docs.google.com/drawings/d/1WRWvKB0Y_jB91MdbGWZ7thQvxUrQ7oZTspbvRL0yhRk/pub?w=372&amp;h=240""/></div></div></div>"
440,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466&start=50,2014-11-18T17:26:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320466&amp;p=22485300#p22485300"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320466&amp;p=22485218#p22485218"">wrote</a>:</cite>Jim stayed as low as he possibly could."" Who are they lookin for? Are they looking for us?"" He asked, his voice lower than a whisper. He kept cool, but ready to move if he had to. He saw them shining bright lights, obviously they were looking for someone.</div></blockquote><br/>The two Helicopters landed and let off 24 troops, 2 squads worth. They fanned out and approached the safe village. The helicopters weren't normal helicopter, but black and had the Templar cross on them. The soldiers were all armed with M16s and M1911s. Each wore an all-black uniform and had a Templar patch on them. They began firing at the village, killing everyone in sight. Children were cut in half, mothers were blown up by grenade launchers. The local militia began firing back, but were over powered. <br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Templar Huey""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><img alt=""Image"" src=""https://docs.google.com/drawings/d/1WRWvKB0Y_jB91MdbGWZ7thQvxUrQ7oZTspbvRL0yhRk/pub?w=372&amp;h=240""/></div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/>Raged filled Jim. Just who the hell do these people think they are! Killing killing children like a common ant. Jim's composure was long gone. He wanted blood, he wanted to see them suffer, he wanted them to DIE!!! He jumped on a neighboring tree, climbing on it getting a high vantage point, so he could murder the bastards. The shadows covered him as he made his move."
441,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466&start=50,2014-11-18T17:28:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320466&amp;p=22485396#p22485396"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320466&amp;p=22485300#p22485300"">wrote</a>:</cite>The two Helicopters landed and let off 24 troops, 2 squads worth. They fanned out and approached the safe village. The helicopters weren't normal helicopter, but black and had the Templar cross on them. The soldiers were all armed with M16s and M1911s. Each wore an all-black uniform and had a Templar patch on them. They began firing at the village, killing everyone in sight. Children were cut in half, mothers were blown up by grenade launchers. The local militia began firing back, but were over powered. <br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Templar Huey""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><img alt=""Image"" src=""https://docs.google.com/drawings/d/1WRWvKB0Y_jB91MdbGWZ7thQvxUrQ7oZTspbvRL0yhRk/pub?w=372&amp;h=240""/></div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/>Raged filled Jim. Just who the hell do these people think they are! Killing killing children like a common ant. Jim's composure was long gone. He wanted blood, he wanted to see them suffer, he wanted them to DIE!!! He jumped on a neighboring tree, climbing on it getting a high vantage point, so he could murder the bastards. The shadows covered him as he made his move.</div></blockquote><br/>Joe chased after him and blocked his route ""We need to plan this"""
442,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466&start=50,2014-11-18T17:33:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320466&amp;p=22485421#p22485421"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320466&amp;p=22485396#p22485396"">wrote</a>:</cite>Raged filled Jim. Just who the hell do these people think they are! Killing killing children like a common ant. Jim's composure was long gone. He wanted blood, he wanted to see them suffer, he wanted them to DIE!!! He jumped on a neighboring tree, climbing on it getting a high vantage point, so he could murder the bastards. The shadows covered him as he made his move.</div></blockquote><br/>Joe chased after him and blocked his route ""We need to plan this""</div></blockquote><br/>He grabbed the man,""well then decide, how do we do this."" He stayed quiet, he was normally composed and reserved, but seeing that massacre lit the fire in his heart. He stayed there seeing a Templar below them. He readied his blade."
443,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466&start=50,2014-11-18T17:35:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320466&amp;p=22485487#p22485487"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320466&amp;p=22485421#p22485421"">wrote</a>:</cite>Joe chased after him and blocked his route ""We need to plan this""</div></blockquote><br/>He grabbed the man,""well then decide, how do we do this."" He stayed quiet, he was normally composed and reserved, but seeing that massacre lit the fire in his heart. He stayed there seeing a Templar below them. He readied his blade.</div></blockquote><br/>""The Hueys are abandoned, and armed. I know how to fly, and you know how to shoot, therefore, I propose we 'commandeer' one and use it against them"""
444,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466&start=50,2014-11-18T17:38:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320466&amp;p=22485514#p22485514"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320466&amp;p=22485487#p22485487"">wrote</a>:</cite>He grabbed the man,""well then decide, how do we do this."" He stayed quiet, he was normally composed and reserved, but seeing that massacre lit the fire in his heart. He stayed there seeing a Templar below them. He readied his blade.</div></blockquote><br/>""The Hueys are abandoned, and armed. I know how to fly, and you know how to shoot, therefore, I propose we 'commandeer' one and use it against them""</div></blockquote><br/>""Good"" that was all he said before he jumped down the tree and stabbed the Templar in the head. The man instantly died. He made his way toward the Huey waiting for his partner."
445,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466&start=50,2014-11-18T17:40:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320466&amp;p=22485553#p22485553"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320466&amp;p=22485514#p22485514"">wrote</a>:</cite>""The Hueys are abandoned, and armed. I know how to fly, and you know how to shoot, therefore, I propose we 'commandeer' one and use it against them""</div></blockquote><br/>""Good"" that was all he said before he jumped down the tree and stabbed the Templar in the head. The man instantly died. He made his way toward the Huey waiting for his partner.</div></blockquote><br/>Joe ran silently to the chopper and crawled into the pilot seat. He started the engines and prepared to take off. Jon crawled behind the minigun and<br/>Joe lifted the helicopter off. He circled the village."
446,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466&start=50,2014-11-18T17:43:00,Togeria,"Jim shot at the Templars. He aimed for the head, occasionally hitting the stomach or throat to see them suffer before dying. He shot at the other Huey, blowing it up. After a couple of minutes circling around and killing the Templar menace, he turned to Joe,"" okay we're done, take us someplace safe."" He said."
447,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466&start=50,2014-11-18T17:55:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320466&amp;p=22485627#p22485627"">wrote</a>:</cite>Jim shot at the Templars. He aimed for the head, occasionally hitting the stomach or throat to see them suffer before dying. He shot at the other Huey, blowing it up. After a couple of minutes circling around and killing the Templar menace, he turned to Joe,"" okay we're done, take us someplace safe."" He said.</div></blockquote><br/>""There are two uniforms back there, one for a pilot and one for a soldier. Put on the soldier uniform"""
448,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466&start=50,2014-11-18T18:02:00,Togeria,"He hated being in the Templars uniform but he complied. He went and put it on before throwing Joe's his uniform."" I can pilot while you put it on."" He said."
449,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466&start=50,2014-11-18T18:04:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320466&amp;p=22485891#p22485891"">wrote</a>:</cite>He hated being in the Templars uniform but he complied. He went and put it on before throwing Joe's his uniform."" I can pilot while you put it on."" He said.</div></blockquote><br/>""We have to land back at the village anyway, to get a couple of rings"""
450,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466&start=50,2014-11-18T18:05:00,Neema,"Vitaly wandered through the camp, observing the soldiers milling about. He was made conspicuous by both his very different attire and the large weapon slung on his back, even in its folded state it dwarfed an M-16 in length. He sat down near the main mess tent, taking off his destroyed boots and investigating to see if his feet had suffered more than just water."
451,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466&start=75,2014-11-18T18:06:00,Togeria,"""Okay, let's hurry it up."" He said, as they landed down he saw extra M16s and some ammo. He picked up one and left the helicopter. He wen walking down seeing the body if a dead Templar."
452,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466&start=75,2014-11-18T18:11:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320466&amp;p=22485952#p22485952"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Okay, let's hurry it up."" He said, as they landed down he saw extra M16s and some ammo. He picked up one and left the helicopter. He wen walking down seeing the body if a dead Templar.</div></blockquote><br/>Joe threw on his pilot uniform and searched the bodies for anything useful. He found a few extra M14 mags and a Colt Revolver. He found a Ring on a the dead CO of the unit and tossed another one he found on the Sergeant to Jon. ""Take off your assassin ring if you can and put these on. We need to blend in"""
453,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466&start=75,2014-11-18T18:14:00,Togeria,"""I know"" Jim said as he walked back to helicopter. He was almost inside when a bullet almost grazed him. It turned a couple of the militia men were still alive and they were pissed. He got cover and started firing back."
454,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466&start=75,2014-11-18T18:17:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320466&amp;p=22486040#p22486040"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I know"" Jim said as he walked back to helicopter. He was almost inside when a bullet almost grazed him. It turned a couple of the militia men were still alive and they were pissed. He got cover and started firing back.</div></blockquote><br/>""Hold your fire!"" Joe yelled then switched to Vietnamese ""Tôi là con ma, chúng tôi cần sự giúp đỡ của bạn. Những người đàn ông đã tấn công ngôi làng của bạn cũng muốn tôi chết. Vịt ngủ vào lúc nửa đêm.""<span style=""font-style: italic"">I am the ghost, we need your help. The men who attacked your village also want me dead. The duck sleeps at midnight. </span>"
455,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466&start=75,2014-11-18T18:21:00,Togeria,He held back his weapon. He got from his cover and stood next to Joe. His gun was down but he could get into position quickly if they fired again.
456,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466&start=75,2014-11-18T18:24:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320466&amp;p=22486124#p22486124"">wrote</a>:</cite>He held back his weapon. He got from his cover and stood next to Joe. His gun was down but he could get into position quickly if they fired again.</div></blockquote><br/>The man in charge of the Vietnamese militia came forward ""Thank you Ghost, you are a hero among my people. Whenever you need our help, you have it""<br/>""Thank you sir. We will make those bastards pay"" Joe responded ""Come on Jon, let's go!"""
457,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466&start=75,2014-11-18T18:26:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320466&amp;p=22486169#p22486169"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320466&amp;p=22486124#p22486124"">wrote</a>:</cite>He held back his weapon. He got from his cover and stood next to Joe. His gun was down but he could get into position quickly if they fired again.</div></blockquote><br/>The man in charge of the Vietnamese militia came forward ""Thank you Ghost, you are a hero among my people. Whenever you need our help, you have it"" <br/>""Thank you sir. We will make those bastards pay"" Joe responded ""Come on Jon, let's go!""</div></blockquote><br/>""It's Jim"" he replied, going to the helicopter and sitting in the passengers. He wanted to get to safety so they could plan their next move."
458,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466&start=75,2014-11-18T18:28:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320466&amp;p=22486190#p22486190"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320466&amp;p=22486169#p22486169"">wrote</a>:</cite>The man in charge of the Vietnamese militia came forward ""Thank you Ghost, you are a hero among my people. Whenever you need our help, you have it"" <br/>""Thank you sir. We will make those bastards pay"" Joe responded ""Come on Jon, let's go!""</div></blockquote><br/>""It's Jim"" he replied, going to the helicopter and sitting in the passengers. He wanted to get to safety so they could plan their next move.</div></blockquote><br/>""Sorry, I was thinking of my brother. Next stop, the Templar base"" He boarded the helicopter and began to start the engines."
459,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466&start=75,2014-11-18T18:35:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320466&amp;p=22486210#p22486210"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320466&amp;p=22486190#p22486190"">wrote</a>:</cite>""It's Jim"" he replied, going to the helicopter and sitting in the passengers. He wanted to get to safety so they could plan their next move.</div></blockquote><br/>""Sorry, I was thinking of my brother. Next stop, the Templar base"" He boarded the helicopter and began to start the engines.</div></blockquote><br/>The flight was quiet. Jim stood there vigilantly scoping the sky's. As if out if nowhere he said,""I'm gay, just thought you should know that."" He stood there the air quiet. He was use to this. It being quiet, him with his thought, it was nothing new to him."
460,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466&start=75,2014-11-18T18:36:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320466&amp;p=22486294#p22486294"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320466&amp;p=22486210#p22486210"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Sorry, I was thinking of my brother. Next stop, the Templar base"" He boarded the helicopter and began to start the engines.</div></blockquote><br/>The flight was quiet. Jim stood there vigilantly scoping the sky's. As if out if nowhere he said,""I'm gay, just thought you should know that."" He stood there the air quiet. He was use to this. It being quiet, him with his thought, it was nothing new to him.</div></blockquote><br/>""........Wow.........Never would've guessed that. Uhhhh, I guess that means no girls back in Saigon to celebrate"""
461,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466&start=75,2014-11-18T18:38:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320466&amp;p=22486319#p22486319"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320466&amp;p=22486294#p22486294"">wrote</a>:</cite>The flight was quiet. Jim stood there vigilantly scoping the sky's. As if out if nowhere he said,""I'm gay, just thought you should know that."" He stood there the air quiet. He was use to this. It being quiet, him with his thought, it was nothing new to him.</div></blockquote><br/>""........Wow.........Never would've guessed that. Uhhhh, I guess that means no girls back in Saigon to celebrate""</div></blockquote><br/>""Yeah, how long till we get there?"" He said, still scoping the trees."
462,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466&start=75,2014-11-18T18:39:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320466&amp;p=22486347#p22486347"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320466&amp;p=22486319#p22486319"">wrote</a>:</cite>""........Wow.........Never would've guessed that. Uhhhh, I guess that means no girls back in Saigon to celebrate""</div></blockquote><br/>""Yeah, how long till we get there?"" He said, still scoping the trees.</div></blockquote><br/>""About an hour. What did you do before this?"""
463,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466&start=75,2014-11-18T18:41:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320466&amp;p=22486361#p22486361"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320466&amp;p=22486347#p22486347"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Yeah, how long till we get there?"" He said, still scoping the trees.</div></blockquote><br/>""About an hour. What did you do before this?""</div></blockquote><br/>""I was in Germany. I had to kill a Templar there, it took me two months. Why did come to Vietnam?"""
464,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466&start=75,2014-11-18T18:43:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320466&amp;p=22486385#p22486385"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320466&amp;p=22486361#p22486361"">wrote</a>:</cite>""About an hour. What did you do before this?""</div></blockquote><br/>""I was in Germany. I had to kill a Templar there, it took me two months. Why did come to Vietnam?""</div></blockquote><br/>""Drafted. I meant, what did you do before the order?"""
465,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466&start=75,2014-11-18T18:58:00,Togeria,"""Yes, what did you do before you were drafted."" He said."
466,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466&start=75,2014-11-18T19:01:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320466&amp;p=22486519#p22486519"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Yes, what did you do before you were drafted."" He said.</div></blockquote><br/>""You are avoiding the question"""
467,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466&start=75,2014-11-18T19:10:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320466&amp;p=22486561#p22486561"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320466&amp;p=22486519#p22486519"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Yes, what did you do before you were drafted."" He said.</div></blockquote><br/>""You are avoiding the question""</div></blockquote><br/>""I did nothing, I was a banker."" He said lying. Why was this man in his case? Why did he care about his life? It had no importance."" Anyway we should discuss what to do once we reach the safezone."""
468,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466&start=75,2014-11-18T19:17:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320466&amp;p=22486646#p22486646"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320466&amp;p=22486561#p22486561"">wrote</a>:</cite>""You are avoiding the question""</div></blockquote><br/>""I did nothing, I was a banker."" He said lying. Why was this man in his case? Why did he care about his life? It had no importance."" Anyway we should discuss what to do once we reach the safezone.""</div></blockquote><br/>""We are not going to a safe zone"""
469,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466&start=75,2014-11-18T19:20:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320466&amp;p=22486735#p22486735"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320466&amp;p=22486646#p22486646"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I did nothing, I was a banker."" He said lying. Why was this man in his case? Why did he care about his life? It had no importance."" Anyway we should discuss what to do once we reach the safezone.""</div></blockquote><br/>""We are not going to a safe zone""</div></blockquote><br/>""Well we need to go somewhere. So where are we going?"""
470,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466&start=75,2014-11-18T19:21:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320466&amp;p=22486766#p22486766"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320466&amp;p=22486735#p22486735"">wrote</a>:</cite>""We are not going to a safe zone""</div></blockquote><br/>""Well we need to go somewhere. So where are we going?""</div></blockquote><br/>""Templar HQ"""
471,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466&start=75,2014-11-18T19:22:00,Togeria,"""Why?"" He asked, why the hell were they going there? It had better of been to do some serious damage."
472,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466&start=75,2014-11-18T19:24:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320466&amp;p=22486807#p22486807"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Why?"" He asked, why the hell were they going there? It had better of been to do some serious damage.</div></blockquote><br/>""We are going there to try to collect intel, then we will strike with the Resistance and expel the Templars once and for all"""
473,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466&start=75,2014-11-18T19:30:00,Togeria,"Jim went and sat in the passenger chair. Closing his eyes to get some sleep.""tell me when we're there."" He said."
474,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466&start=75,2014-11-18T19:33:00,Military Democracy of Birtonia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cheyenne Mountain Nuclear Bunker<br/>NORAD Command Center<br/>United States of America</span><br/><br/>Newly promoted Technical Sergeant Taglioni was en route to his new posting, a supervisor position at NORAD, deep within Cheyenne Mountain. He looked down at the Templar symbol that was etched into his dog tags and clutched it tightly, remembering his true allegiance to the order. Within a few minutes the plane touched down, him and a few other NCO's and a handful of officers were ushered out onto the runway towards a convoy of waiting vehicles.<br/><br/>After about an hour of driving, the convoy finally reached the mountain. She loomed like a formidable fortress, skylined against the waning sunlight. The trucks entered the north portal, and soon were at the 25 ton blast door, leading into the facility. A security forces NCO emerged from somewhere in the shadows and began inspection of all credentials for the new arrivals, K-9 units searched their gear for any contraband or possible spy equipment.<br/><br/>Tech Sergeant Taglioni finally made his way down into the living quarters of his new post. As an Air Force E-6 he was entitled to his own quarters, upon relieving himself of his duffel bag, he locked the doors and set about arranging his personal effects. He was extremely curious to see how the Order would contact him deep within this mountain stronghold."
475,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466&start=75,2014-11-18T19:49:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320466&amp;p=22486911#p22486911"">wrote</a>:</cite>Jim went and sat in the passenger chair. Closing his eyes to get some sleep.""tell me when we're there."" He said.</div></blockquote><br/>Joe was approaching the Templar base, deep in the Jungle, near the Cambodian border, when the radio crackled to life ""Unidentified Helicopter, Identify yourself or be shot down!""<br/><br/>""Templar Huey, code named Foxtrot Alpha six. Repeat Foxtrot Alpha Six"" Joe responded<br/><br/>""Foxtrot Alpha Six, you were supposed to have another helicopter with you""<br/><br/>""It was shot down before the raid""<br/><br/>""Roger, you are cleared for LZ 2""<br/><br/>""Roger, Foxtrot Alpha 6 out"" Joe turned off the radio ""Hey, Jimmy, we are about to land"""
476,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466&start=100,2014-11-18T19:54:00,Togeria,"Jim's eyes shot open. He got his gun and straitend himself out.""okay show time."" He said."
477,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466&start=100,2014-11-18T19:55:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320466&amp;p=22487208#p22487208"">wrote</a>:</cite>Jim's eyes shot open. He got his gun and straitend himself out.""okay show time."" He said.</div></blockquote><br/>""Let me do the talking, I know my way around Templar camps"""
478,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466&start=100,2014-11-18T19:56:00,Togeria,"""Okay"" he said. He stood quiet as they landed."
479,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466&start=100,2014-11-18T20:15:00,Heaven Without Borders,"Adjusting his flak jacket, Noel was pulled aside by a Templar squadmate.<br/>""More of us are inbound, apparently they just arrived Lieutenant.""<br/>Noel thanked him. Cleaning off his beret, he made his way to the landing zone to meet the incoming reinforcements.<br/>""Hello, I'm First Lieutenant Noel Bowman. Welcome to the shit show."""
480,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466&start=100,2014-11-18T20:48:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Heaven Without Borders <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320466&amp;p=22487453#p22487453"">wrote</a>:</cite>Adjusting his flak jacket, Noel was pulled aside by a Templar squadmate.<br/>""More of us are inbound, apparently they just arrived Lieutenant.""<br/>Noel thanked him. Cleaning off his beret, he made his way to the landing zone to meet the incoming reinforcements.<br/>""Hello, I'm First Lieutenant Noel Bowman. Welcome to the shit show.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Hello, Cpl. James Edison at your service"""
481,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466&start=100,2014-11-18T21:00:00,Heaven Without Borders,"Saluting the newcomers, he brought them to a sealed command tent, far away from the flares of artillery fire and spinning helicopter rotors.<br/>Guarded by stern riflemen, he signaled that the soldiers were welcome.<br/>Maps marked with odd symbols and adorned with pictures lay in the center. The smell of cigars and whiskey battled each other within the tent.<br/>""Welcome to the firebase. I've been notified that you are allied with the boys upstairs?"""
482,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466&start=100,2014-11-18T21:03:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Heaven Without Borders <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320466&amp;p=22487920#p22487920"">wrote</a>:</cite>Saluting the newcomers, he brought them to a sealed command tent, far away from the flares of artillery fire and spinning helicopter rotors.<br/>Guarded by stern riflemen, he signaled that the soldiers were welcome.<br/>Maps marked with odd symbols and adorned with pictures lay in the center. The smell of cigars and whiskey battled each other within the tent.<br/>""Welcome to the firebase. I've been notified that you are allied with the boys upstairs?""</div></blockquote><br/>""It depends on what you mean by 'boys upstairs'"""
483,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466&start=100,2014-11-18T21:13:00,Heaven Without Borders,"""Those who follow the real path to peace.""<br/>He pointed outside with a newly lit cigar.<br/>""That is chaos. I'm guessing you're here to help me infiltrate the Ho Chi Minh Trail? Or do y'all have a different mission?""<br/>A soldier quickly came up and whispered in his ear.<br/>""....Get the crates to Saigon. That's what they wanted. Leave the marked one for me....."" he said back"
484,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466&start=100,2014-11-19T07:07:00,The Sotoan Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>Neema <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320466&amp;p=22485936#p22485936"">wrote</a>:</cite>Vitaly wandered through the camp, observing the soldiers milling about. He was made conspicuous by both his very different attire and the large weapon slung on his back, even in its folded state it dwarfed an M-16 in length. He sat down near the main mess tent, taking off his destroyed boots and investigating to see if his feet had suffered more than just water.</div></blockquote><br/>Herschel eventually roused from his sleep and ventured over to the mess hall. The downtime between missions was so boring. Most of the other soldiers appreciated the time away from the front lines. But none of them had Herschel's job really. He knew how they felt. He'd been in Vietnam ever since the Eisenhower administration, and even before the order he served in Korea. But being an assassin changed his life. Fighting on the front lines, following the orders of your superiors, wasn't enough to change things. Change is done by men and women behind the lines, fighting on their own to make things better. That war never ended. All one could hope to do was make things better for the people who would come after you, but the war never ended.<br/><br/>Herschel got his food and prepared to sit down in the mess hall. As he passed by another soldier however he noticed something. A tiny symbol on the man's clothing. It was familiar. He sat down and then looked at it more closely. It was an assassin symbol.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Could this be my contact?</span>Herschel thought? Things were rarely that simple. So Herschel kept looking at the man, and when he finally turned to see him he flashed his own symbol, located on a ring he wore."
485,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466&start=100,2014-11-19T11:04:00,Faustin Land,"While all of this was happening, Mr.Mandus was sipping a delicious cup of Vietnamese tea."
486,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466&start=100,2014-11-19T13:54:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Heaven Without Borders <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320466&amp;p=22488052#p22488052"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Those who follow the real path to peace.""<br/>He pointed outside with a newly lit cigar.<br/>""That is chaos. I'm guessing you're here to help me infiltrate the Ho Chi Minh Trail? Or do y'all have a different mission?""<br/>A soldier quickly came up and whispered in his ear.<br/>""....Get the crates to Saigon. That's what they wanted. Leave the marked one for me....."" he said back</div></blockquote><br/>""Ahh, hello brother. Nice to meet you. We actually just got back from a raid"""
487,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466&start=100,2014-11-19T14:15:00,Heaven Without Borders,"""A raid? Wonderful! I've been packing up some wildlife to send back to the higher ups as presents. It'll get us a few more toys to play with in the jungle.""<br/>Taking a deep puff, he looked at the two.<br/>""So you're James and Jim that I've heard about. Good, We need some more hands after a bad punji sticks incident took a few of my squad out of duty.""<br/>He pointed at a small mark near the Laotian border, as well as a few marks closer to their location.<br/>""We believe that the enemy is sneaking supplies through Laos to aid the enemy. We either take them out here near the homefront, or go scouting to find their supplier. Either way we kill the beast."""
488,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466&start=100,2014-11-19T14:18:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Heaven Without Borders <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320466&amp;p=22494638#p22494638"">wrote</a>:</cite>""A raid? Wonderful! I've been packing up some wildlife to send back to the higher ups as presents. It'll get us a few more toys to play with in the jungle.""<br/>Taking a deep puff, he looked at the two.<br/>""So you're James and Jim that I've heard about. Good, We need some more hands after a bad punji sticks incident took a few of my squad out of duty.""<br/>He pointed at a small mark near the Laotian border, as well as a few marks closer to their location.<br/>""We believe that the enemy is sneaking supplies through Laos to aid the enemy. We either take them out here near the homefront, or go scouting to find their supplier. Either way we kill the beast.""</div></blockquote><br/>""What enemy? As far as I can tell in this war, one minute a man can be your friend and the next minute he has a gun against your head"""
489,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466&start=100,2014-11-19T14:23:00,Heaven Without Borders,"""That's the problem. We have hostiles on all sides, and we can't pick out who's fighting for whom. That's where we all come in.""<br/>Dumping the ash on the floor, he looked at the two.<br/>""We need to find out where the hidden-blade boys are and sever their supply and intel connections before it's too late."""
490,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466&start=100,2014-11-19T14:29:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Heaven Without Borders <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320466&amp;p=22494734#p22494734"">wrote</a>:</cite>""That's the problem. We have hostiles on all sides, and we can't pick out who's fighting for whom. That's where we all come in.""<br/>Dumping the ash on the floor, he looked at the two.<br/>""We need to find out where the hidden-blade boys are and sever their supply and intel connections before it's too late.""</div></blockquote><br/>""We just killed 2, a Joe Thomson, and a man named Jim"""
491,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466&start=100,2014-11-19T14:33:00,Heaven Without Borders,"""And I already like you! Keep it up y'all.""<br/>""Go on combat operations with the other squads or carouse. It's been tough for me trying to find them. But at least I know this will all pay off in the long run."""
492,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466&start=100,2014-11-19T14:43:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Heaven Without Borders <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320466&amp;p=22494887#p22494887"">wrote</a>:</cite>""And I already like you! Keep it up y'all.""<br/>""Go on combat operations with the other squads or carouse. It's been tough for me trying to find them. But at least I know this will all pay off in the long run.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Mind if I stay here and go over some captured documents?"""
493,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466&start=100,2014-11-19T14:54:00,Heaven Without Borders,"""Feel free, have at 'em.""<br/>Putting out his cigar, he looked at the two.<br/>""What's your speciality if I might ask? You an agent, a scout, a knight?""<br/>""You seem more of a scout-y type. You're not big talkers."""
494,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466&start=100,2014-11-19T15:02:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Heaven Without Borders <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320466&amp;p=22495126#p22495126"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Feel free, have at 'em.""<br/>Putting out his cigar, he looked at the two.<br/>""What's your speciality if I might ask? You an agent, a scout, a knight?""<br/>""You seem more of a scout-y type. You're not big talkers.""</div></blockquote><br/>""I am just a Scout, nothing more, nothing less. If I might ask, what exactly are you?"""
495,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466&start=100,2014-11-19T15:06:00,Heaven Without Borders,"""An officer. I make sure we are moving ahead. Its been pretty hard to do so, but I know with our renewed support, we'll do just fine.""<br/>He laughed a bit, wiping his face with an old rag.<br/>""Yea it's been rough but I think we'll be alright."""
496,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466&start=100,2014-11-19T15:08:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Heaven Without Borders <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320466&amp;p=22495303#p22495303"">wrote</a>:</cite>""An officer. I make sure we are moving ahead. Its been pretty hard to do so, but I know with our renewed support, we'll do just fine.""<br/>He laughed a bit, wiping his face with an old rag.<br/>""Yea it's been rough but I think we'll be alright.""</div></blockquote><br/>""I need to know one thing, do you support continuing this war?"""
497,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466&start=100,2014-11-19T15:10:00,Heaven Without Borders,"""I do if it brings peace.""<br/>He sighed a bit.<br/>""Sometimes we have to sacrifice now so that tomorrow will be safer.""<br/>Drinking the rest of his canteen, he looked at the soldier.<br/>""You always have to have some hope. Its what moves people to a single good cause.""<br/><br/>OOC: I forgot to add this in, but could the summer of love be a Templar plot to bring attention to the homefront so then the Templars have less attention on them to turn up the heat?"
498,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466&start=100,2014-11-19T15:13:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Heaven Without Borders <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320466&amp;p=22495363#p22495363"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I do if it brings peace.""<br/>He sighed a bit.<br/>""Sometimes we have to sacrifice now so that tomorrow will be safer.""<br/>Drinking the rest of his canteen, he looked at the soldier.<br/>""You always have to have some hope. Its what moves people to a single good cause.""<br/><br/>OOC: I forgot to add this in, but could the summer of love be a Templar plot to bring attention to the homefront so then the Templars have less attention on them to turn up the heat?</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: Sure<br/><br/>""I have been pondering something, for a while. Who even get's to decide who wins this, this, travesty of a police action?"""
499,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466&start=100,2014-11-19T15:24:00,Heaven Without Borders,"""This isn't police action, this is global volunteer work. We're making sure the world turns out to be a better place.""<br/>""No one person chooses the winner, everyone has to work towards it. The French Templar branch couldn't solve it, so the American group is going to try its hand.""<br/>He patted the soldier's back.<br/>""We'll win out. We have to."""
500,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466&start=100,2014-11-19T15:26:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Heaven Without Borders <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320466&amp;p=22495537#p22495537"">wrote</a>:</cite>""This isn't police action, this is global volunteer work. We're making sure the world turns out to be a better place.""<br/>""No one person chooses the winner, everyone has to work towards it. The French Templar branch couldn't solve it, so the American group is going to try its hand.""<br/>He patted the soldier's back.<br/>""We'll win out. We have to.""</div></blockquote><br/>""I know, but I still have this nagging feeling, if this war escalates more, there will be no winners. Never mind that, I would like to discuss something in private later tonight"""
501,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466&start=125,2014-11-19T15:28:00,Heaven Without Borders,"""Private? Unless you got VD, in which a doc should look at that, just tell me now. Otherwise I'll find out later,"" he said with a laugh."
502,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466&start=125,2014-11-19T15:30:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Heaven Without Borders <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320466&amp;p=22495585#p22495585"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Private? Unless you got VD, in which a doc should look at that, just tell me now. Otherwise I'll find out later,"" he said with a laugh.</div></blockquote><br/>""Not that way, I would like a chat in private, without any ears. As I always say 'Don't trust anyone'. Eh?"""
503,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466&start=125,2014-11-19T15:34:00,Heaven Without Borders,"""Unless you don't want your buddy over there listening. Tell 'em to get lost. Hell, I'll even get rid the other goofballs too. If it's important, I gotta hear it now.""<br/>He batted away mosquitoes.<br/>""If it's not important, tell me in the morning.""<br/>""Also mostly because I plan on having a drink, and I doubt you want to discuss intel stuff with me after a bottle of whiskey and whatever the hell we picked off dead VC."""
504,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466&start=125,2014-11-19T15:38:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Heaven Without Borders <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320466&amp;p=22495647#p22495647"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Unless you don't want your buddy over there listening. Tell 'em to get lost. Hell, I'll even get rid the other goofballs too. If it's important, I gotta hear it now.""<br/>He batted away mosquitoes.<br/>""If it's not important, tell me in the morning.""<br/>""Also mostly because I plan on having a drink, and I doubt you want to discuss intel stuff with me after a bottle of whiskey and whatever the hell we picked off dead VC.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Hey Buddy, go find us a Hooch, preferably with 2 open beds, I ain't gonna sleep with you"" Joe said"
505,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466&start=125,2014-11-19T15:43:00,Heaven Without Borders,OOC: sadly I did not understand that sentence at all.
506,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466&start=125,2014-11-19T15:43:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Heaven Without Borders <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320466&amp;p=22495764#p22495764"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: sadly I did not understand that sentence at all.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: I was talking to the guy I came in with(Jimmy)"
507,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466&start=125,2014-11-19T15:52:00,Heaven Without Borders,"OOC: Now it makes way more sense.<br/><br/>Pointing to a second Lieutenant, he ordered them out.<br/>""Gotta talk some business, I'll let you know when its safe to come back.""<br/>With an emptied tent, he played with an arrow, carving the edge of the table.<br/>""So, what's up?"""
508,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466&start=125,2014-11-19T15:54:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Heaven Without Borders <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320466&amp;p=22495883#p22495883"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: Now it makes way more sense.<br/><br/>Pointing to a second Lieutenant, he ordered them out.<br/>""Gotta talk some business, I'll let you know when its safe to come back.""<br/>With an emptied tent, he played with an arrow, carving the edge of the table.<br/>""So, what's up?""</div></blockquote><br/>""You say you support the order, yet you are not like the rest of us. You do not wan't to escalate the war and only wan't peace"""
509,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466&start=125,2014-11-19T16:07:00,Heaven Without Borders,"""I'll escalate it if its for the greater good,"" Noel noted.<br/>""You gotta understand that we want a new world order because this one is broken. And sometimes wars have to be fought. Granted I don't like it, but I know it'll get us to where we need to be."""
510,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466&start=125,2014-11-19T16:08:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Heaven Without Borders <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320466&amp;p=22496020#p22496020"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I'll escalate it if its for the greater good,"" Noel noted.<br/>""You gotta understand that we want a new world order because this one is broken. And sometimes wars have to be fought. Granted I don't like it, but I know it'll get us to where we need to be.""</div></blockquote><br/>""This war cannot be escalated anymore. If it is, 'the greater good', will get an even greater dose of radiation"" Joe could not hold back his anger for long. ""Want to play a game of chess?"" he said, hoping friendly game could calm his nerves."
511,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466&start=125,2014-11-19T16:13:00,Togeria,"Jim took the moment to investigate the base, it looked clean. Cleaner then you'll get in a hidden base in the jungle. He made mental images, looking for ways to escape in case they got caught. He stumbled upon a scientist the man looked at him before inviting the assassin in disguise to follow him. ""I need you to look at this, by your uniform it seems you could be of use."" The man said,""What use?"" Jim asked. ""My team and I have developed some new gas to escalate the war, I need you to deliver it."" That was all the scientist said as they walked through the halls."
512,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466&start=125,2014-11-19T16:19:00,Neema,"Viatly noticed the man watching him, growing slightly suspicious until the man showed the assassin symbol on his ring. He stood slowly, eyeing the man to see if he seemed trustworthy. ""Вы тот, что я должен встретиться?"" He asked, forgetting to switch to English."
513,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466&start=125,2014-11-19T17:36:00,Jeremy Beaver,"<span style=""text-decoration: underline"">East Germany, Berlin 12:26 Am </span><br/><br/>The Wall, A symbol of Separation many want to see Torn down. But John wasn't here to destroy this wall. Or even look at it, John Snuck inside an Abandoned Building and climbed the Stair Case to the 4th floor. The Building was dirty and broken with small Holes in the floor. John went to a nearby Window and opened up his Breifcase. Inside was a M1903 disassembled and a 12x Scope, John Assembled the Sniper Rifle and attached the Scope and assumed position at the window Aiming down the Wall. He had received orders that a Soviet Official who was apart of the Templar order was comeing to inspect the Wall. And right on time a Man dressed in a brown Uniform with a Officers Cap on walked into his Sights. First he Ranged the distance and judged for Gravity. Because of the Urban landscape there is no Wind. He squeezed the Trigger sending the Bullet on its way.<br/><br/>The bullet Entered the Templars Neck going into his Throat fragmenting into peices destroying his Spine. All John saw was a Pink Cloud and white Fragments and his Target falling on the ground. A Pool of blood was forming around his Head. John knew he had to leave and ran down the Stair Case out the Buildings door passing the Dead body After picking up the Dead Officers Cap.<br/><br/><br/>""Mission Complete"" John said to himself"
514,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466&start=125,2014-11-19T18:26:00,Wildtland,"<span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">West Berlin, 1.20 am</span></span></span><br/><br/>""Wake up, you filthy maggots!"" Yelled the drill sergeant as he clanged his baton against the metal supports of the bunk beds of Infantry Dormitory Unit 4. Georg woke up with a jolt, his blue eyes bursting open as he jumped out of his cot. He, along with the 50 other men in the small building, stood straight up and saluted their superior as he walked down the aisle. He stopped in front of Georg, and gave him a slip of paper. He read the slip:<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Colonel Stein's Office. 10 minutes. Situation in East Berlin</span><br/><br/>Georg quickly got dressed, made his bed and headed for the Colonel's office."
515,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466&start=125,2014-11-19T18:38:00,Shark isle,"Ivan was in his office in Moscow looking over some paperwork. Suddenly his phone rang and Ivan picked it up. He said to the person on the phone,"" What do you want""? The person on the phone said,"" Dr. Dragonovitch wants to talk to you"". Ivan said in a gruff voice,"" Let him in"". Dr. Dragonovitch walked in and said to Ivam in a shaky voice,"" Hello comrade Ivan i wish for permission to start a laboratory for experiments in Gabchef in Siberia"". Ivan said to him,"" I give you permission"". Dr. Dragonov thanked him and walked out of Ivan's office and Ivan continued with his paperwork."
516,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466&start=125,2014-11-19T18:42:00,Jeremy Beaver,"<span style=""text-decoration: underline"">East Berlin 1:24 AM</span><br/><br/>John was holding on to the cap he took from the dead Officer in his left Hand and his Breifcase in his right Hand. He reached another abandoned Building and snuck inside through the Broken Window. John went up to the 6th floor up the Stair Case and Assembled his M1903 after getting all the Parts out. Useing his scope he Scouted outside looking for any disturbances. A few seconds later he was getting tired and placed a Trip wire at the top of the Stairs leading to the 6th floor the trip wire would drop a Glass bottle that he found in the corner of the room wakeing him up incase of any intruders.<br/><br/>He started sleeping. With his gun between his legs in his arms."
517,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466&start=125,2014-11-19T19:34:00,Wildtland,"<span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">West Berlin, 1.26 am</span></span></span><br/><br/>As Georg headed to the Colonel's office, he wondered how he got into this situation. He remembered back to when he was first recruited 2 years ago. His proficiency in use of bladed and concealed weapons stood out among his unit during training, and just before his first deployment along the East-West German border, two men in suits approached him. They had told him they needed skills like his, and would make sure his transition into a double life would be as smooth as possible. The only people who knew of his recruitment into the Templars were those men in suits, who also turned out to be his Colonel and drill sergeant. What a strange life he was living. He wondered what his assignment would be; probably some low-level disturbance in the peace as usual."
518,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466&start=125,2014-11-19T19:48:00,Jeremy Beaver,"<span style=""text-decoration: underline"">East Berlin, 1:30 AM</span><br/><br/>John couldn't sleep the noises from the city were too loud. He took out his hidden Blade and Carved a 1 in Roman numerals in the butt of his Gun symbolizing the Templar he just killed. When he got ths Gun he assumed that he wouldnt have to use It for killing. Just for Spying but when he got the Assignment to kill him he though nothing of it. He just did his work and left He didnt feel guilty or sad. He didnt know who he was.<br/><br/>Maybe John just needed sleep. He continued Carveing into the Butt of his Gun."
519,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466&start=125,2014-11-19T21:18:00,The Sotoan Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>Neema <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320466&amp;p=22496139#p22496139"">wrote</a>:</cite>Viatly noticed the man watching him, growing slightly suspicious until the man showed the assassin symbol on his ring. He stood slowly, eyeing the man to see if he seemed trustworthy. ""Вы тот, что я должен встретиться?"" He asked, forgetting to switch to English.</div></blockquote><br/>Russian? Herschel could speak many languages. French, German, Vietnamese, Chinese, but Russian wasn't one of them.<br/>""Here to see me, or is there something else here?"" Herschel asked. It was very unlikely the assassin didn't speak English."
520,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466&start=125,2014-11-19T21:22:00,Neema,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Sotoan Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320466&amp;p=22498843#p22498843"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Neema <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320466&amp;p=22496139#p22496139"">wrote</a>:</cite>Viatly noticed the man watching him, growing slightly suspicious until the man showed the assassin symbol on his ring. He stood slowly, eyeing the man to see if he seemed trustworthy. ""Вы тот, что я должен встретиться?"" He asked, forgetting to switch to English.</div></blockquote><br/>Russian? Herschel could speak many languages. French, German, Vietnamese, Chinese, but Russian wasn't one of them. <br/>""Here to see me, or is there something else here?"" Herschel asked. It was very unlikely the assassin didn't speak English.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""My apologies for the language mixup, and yes, I am here to see someone, be it you, or another."" Vitaly said, his accent thick but understandable."
521,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466&start=125,2014-11-19T21:36:00,Jeremy Beaver,"<span style=""text-decoration: underline"">East Berlin 1:31 AM</span><br/><br/>John had finished carving into the Butt of his Gun, he had made some sort of Tree. He left some space for more Roman Numerals hopefully he wouldnt have to fill it up so quick. He peeked out the window to cheak if anyone was outside just a dark empty Street no one there."
522,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466&start=125,2014-11-20T07:40:00,Wildtland,"Georg stepped in to the Colonel's office. The door was unlocked, as usual, and sitting with his back turned to the door was Colonel Stein himself. He turned around to reveal his rough face, with short grey stubble adorning it. Stein placed a Walther PP on the desk, along with a KA-BAR (combat knife).<br/><br/>""Take these. We got these new shipments in yesterday. They may look like normal weapons to you, but our scientists have... improved them. In combat, you will see what I mean. And I promise you now, there will be combat."" The Colonel blankly said this, and handed Georg a file, ""A Soviet Officer has been killed by an Assassin. He was one of us. His mission was to inspect the Berlin wall, and also to scout out the area for any of our enemies. He was high in the ranks of the Order, and we must seek revenge. Find the assassin, and if you get the opportunity, eliminate him""<br/><br/>With that, Georg saluted his superior, took his weapons and went on his way. He opened the file once he returned to his unit's sleeping quarters with the rest of his squadmates, finding them getting ready for the daily drills. He saw a face. One he hoped he wouldn't have to encounter after today."
523,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466&start=125,2014-11-20T07:52:00,The Sotoan Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>Neema <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320466&amp;p=22498866#p22498866"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Sotoan Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320466&amp;p=22498843#p22498843"">wrote</a>:</cite>Russian? Herschel could speak many languages. French, German, Vietnamese, Chinese, but Russian wasn't one of them. <br/>""Here to see me, or is there something else here?"" Herschel asked. It was very unlikely the assassin didn't speak English.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""My apologies for the language mixup, and yes, I am here to see someone, be it you, or another."" Vitaly said, his accent thick but understandable.</div></blockquote><br/>""I was instructed to meet a contact here within the base. My name is Herschel Hanner. Am I the person you need to see?"""
524,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466&start=125,2014-11-20T18:32:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320466&amp;p=22496032#p22496032"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Heaven Without Borders <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320466&amp;p=22496020#p22496020"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I'll escalate it if its for the greater good,"" Noel noted.<br/>""You gotta understand that we want a new world order because this one is broken. And sometimes wars have to be fought. Granted I don't like it, but I know it'll get us to where we need to be.""</div></blockquote><br/>""This war cannot be escalated anymore. If it is, 'the greater good', will get an even greater dose of radiation"" Joe could not hold back his anger for long. ""Want to play a game of chess?"" he said, hoping friendly game could calm his nerves.</div></blockquote><br/>Taking the silence as a yes Joe pulls out a chess board from his bag ""White or Black?"""
525,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466&start=125,2014-11-20T19:39:00,Tzarsgrad,"<span style=""font-style: italic"">Somewhere on the Mekong River</span><br/>Marina and two other Soviet Templars sat in the riverboat, otherwise operated by PRG soldiers. Apparently, some Americans had recently occupied a nearby village, and detained some intel that was vital to their next move. Marina didn't know either of the two Agents by their true names, only codenames that had been given for safety. One was епископ, or Bishop. He had a wide frame and a clean shaven face, with short brown hair. From what Marina could gather, he'd been working in Vietnam for some time, as his Vietnamese was nearly perfect. He was the translator for the Templar group. The other's name was рыцарь, or Knight. He looked very gruff, with a scar going across his face, along with a dour expression. He was loaded down with equipment and weaponry, along with enough explosives to destroy a small town.<span style=""font-style: italic"">We might need it</span>Marina though to herself. Marina's codename was ладья, or Rook. It was her job to secure the intel and carry out their next set of orders. The PRG soldiers chattered to each other in Vietnamese as the Templars remained silent. Suddenly, Bishop turned to them. ""They say we're nearing the village,"" he told them. ""Ready yourselves, and may the Father of Understanding guide our hands."" ""May the Father of Understanding Guide us,"" she and Knight replied, nodding their heads and preparing their weapons. Knight readied a rocket launcher, Bishop an assault rife, while Marina had a simple semi-auto rifle that one of the PRG they'd been traveling with looted off of a GI.<br/><br/>When they arrived, all signs of weapons or attack were hidden. The boat looked like a regular fishing boat, coming in to sell its wares. The leader of the PRGs on the boat, a woman who had only identified herself as ""Sen"", motioned for everyone to get ready. She and a handful of men went ashore, and began conversing with the Americans who had come to meet them. Knight read positions while she distracted them. ""Two in the watch tower, four in the square. I imagine the rest of the squad is elsewhere, perhaps on sweeps."" ""At this time of day,"" Marina replied, ""That's likely. We'll need to make this quick.""<br/><br/>Suddenly, the trigger word, monsoon, slipped Sen's lips. The PRGs and Templars alike slipped their cover and opened fire. Knight unleashed a missile at the watch tower, combusting the upper section of the structure instantly. As the soldiers turned, Sen and her men pulled their sidearms and killed them. The four men in the square attempted to mount a counterattack, but as the three Templars and remained PRGs landed, they were pinned inside one of the village's huts. Marina and Bishop, as well as the PRGs, laid out cover fire, as Knight neared, pulling a fragmentation grenade. He removed the pin and lobbed it in through one of the hut's few windows. After a few moments of scrambling, it detonated, and the men inside were dead.<br/><br/>The three entered, searching for the intel. Marina found it in a slightly damaged dead drop, crammed amongst some papers. She twisted it open and read the cryptic message. It read,<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Report to the base in South Vietnam for further instruction""</span>. She rolled it back up. ""Brothers, I appreciate the assistance, but I must be off. I think I already know where my next step is."" Bishop replied, ""Good, then. We'll stay here with Sen's men and hold the village, make some patrols to see if we can capture any of the Americans. See if they know anything we don't."" ""Good, luck, Brothers,"" she told them, bowing her head. The two replied in turn, nodding to her. She departed the ruined hut and prepared for the next step.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">South Vietnam</span><br/>She had arrived at the aforementioned base, using her near perfect English and doctored ID to disguise herself as an American journalist, with leave to go around the base as she wished. She was looking for answers, now, and intended on finding them.<br/><br/>As she looked around, she found a conversation taking place that piqued her interest. It was between two men, with one looking for a ""contact"". What kind of contact would they be meeting at a military base? She took out a legal pad and began idly scribbling to make it appear as though she were doing something else, as she listened to the two men discuss."
526,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466&start=150,2014-11-20T20:28:00,Heaven Without Borders,"""""I'll go white,"" Noel commented.<br/>Scratching his head with the head of an arrow, he pulled up a chair to the table.<br/>""Ill let ya go first bud."""
527,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466&start=150,2014-11-20T20:29:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Heaven Without Borders <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320466&amp;p=22509014#p22509014"">wrote</a>:</cite>""""I'll go white,"" Noel commented.<br/>Scratching his head with the head of an arrow, he pulled up a chair to the table.<br/>""Ill let ya go first bud.""</div></blockquote><br/>""It is customary for white to go first"""
528,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466&start=150,2014-11-20T20:32:00,Heaven Without Borders,"Noel laughed a bit.<br/>""Shows ya how much I know.""<br/>Placing his pieces at his starting position, he moved a pawn forward.<br/>""Chess isn't a big game here. Usually its drinking games and poker."""
529,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466&start=150,2014-11-20T20:55:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Heaven Without Borders <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320466&amp;p=22509073#p22509073"">wrote</a>:</cite>Noel laughed a bit.<br/>""Shows ya how much I know.""<br/>Placing his pieces at his starting position, he moved a pawn forward.<br/>""Chess isn't a big game here. Usually its drinking games and poker.""</div></blockquote><br/>""You can tell a lot about a man by the way he plays chess. A true Templar will think 5 moves ahead, but will not account for a change of the other players' style. An assassin will adapt with the opponent's moves and take as many pieces as possible. This is why the war cannot be won. Not in a chess game, not in a battlefield"""
530,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466&start=150,2014-11-20T21:15:00,Jeremy Beaver,"<span style=""text-decoration: underline"">East Berlin 1:40 AM</span><br/><br/>John was feeling uneasy, he knew just some abandoned House wasn't going to be good enough for a Hiding spot after killing that Templar. John got up and disassembled his M1903 before opening his Briefcase and storing it inside of it. He then disarmed his ""Alarm clock"" of a Trip Wire before running out side of the House down the Street. John didn't know where to go but eventually he just snuck inside another House, this time not abandoned it was furnished. Possibly the House of a Soviet Official. Maybe of the one he just killed, he decided to look around for any Evidence of being a Templar."
531,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466&start=150,2014-11-21T15:58:00,Saint Morning,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">West Berlin</span></span><br/><br/>Julia sat crossed legged on her porch, which over looked the garden in her yard, her blue eyes staring off into space. A book in hand and a box of cherries at her side. she was currently wearing a red v-neck shirt, and baggy gray pants.She dipped her hand into the box and picked up a cherrie, plopping it into her mouth.<br/><br/>""There you are Julia!"" A voice behind her shouts, sounding exasperated, she turned her head and saw her adopted father, he looked frantic.<br/><br/>""What's is it?"" She inquired, her head titled to the side abit, she had never seen him so.... composed before in the entire time she's been living with him.<br/><br/>""A high ranking templar seems to have been, eliminated, my sources say that it's an assassin."" He began, trying to catch his breath ""It's going to be hard for them to get out of Eastern Berlin without any help, expecially if they don't know their way around the place, I need you to meet up with them and see if you can help them in anyway.""<br/><br/>Julia nodded and stood up, dusting herself off when she stood. ""Sure"" She simple said and began to make her way inside of estate, she paused at the man's side however and whispered. ""Really daddy, i would think that all those years of being an assassin, you would at least be in shape"" She laughed when the man visibly flushed and she continue into the building."
532,Assassin's Creed: Cold War(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320466&start=150,2014-11-21T16:57:00,Military Democracy of Birtonia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">NORAD<br/>0730 Hours<br/>Technical Sergeant Robert Taglioni</span><br/><br/>The morning shift was just returning from PT when Robert opened the door to his room. As he entered, he did a routine sweep of his belongings, ensuring everything was still in place. He began his personal hygiene routine, with a good shave from his straight razor. Once his face was lathered well, he began cutting the fine hairs off of his chin, when he heard a knock from his door.<br/><br/>""Yes?"" he said loudly while still shaving<br/><br/>""Major Horvath needs you at his office once your done with personal hygiene sarn't"" replied the voice from outside<br/><br/>One more stroke of his razor and he was done, ""Very well, ill be with him shortly"" he said wiping off the excess shaving cream. He put on the work uniform of the day, the Class B. A simple dress uniform without a jacket, consisting of shined shoes, starched and ironed trousers and a shirt. Many a medal decorated his chest, signs of valor and ""unwavering loyalty"" to the United States Air Force, and the Constitution of the United States of America. Robert had not gotten this far in the military without being a master of concealing his true identity, or allegiances. Finally, he strapped on his pistol and headed out the door.<br/><br/>Within a few minutes, he arrived at the door of the Wing's XO's office. The two MP's at the door greeted him and he nodded in return. ""Technical Sergeant Robert Taglioni reporting as ordered sir."" he said promptly at the door.<br/><br/>""Enter"" said a voice from within.<br/><br/>Robert opened the door, and quickly assumed the position of attention.<br/><br/>""Please, take a seat"" said the Major from behind his desk, gesturing to the chairs in front of him.<br/><br/>Robert sat down without saying a word.<br/><br/>""Technical Sergeant Taglioni..."" mused the Major as he looked through a file. ""Says here you are a nuclear weapons systems specialist.."" he said while he kept looking through the papers, not making eye contact with Robert.<br/><br/>""Yes, that is correct sir."" replied Robert, as he inspected the officers uniform, everything was correct, military press in the shirt, badges and brass shined, ribbons all in order. ""There it is"" he thought to himself as he spied one Ribbon that was not regulation, it bore a symbol of the Templar Cross. Without saying any more words Robert reached into his shirt and pulled out his dog tags, showing the Major his cross etched into them.<br/><br/>""Ah, i was wondering when you would see that"" said the Major while looking at his comrades symbol. He then removed the ribbon and replaced it with regulation Air Force one. ""Now then,"" he said in a hushed tone, ""we have myself and two other Agents already here in NORAD, where the order needs you is in Vietnam"".<br/><br/>""Vietnam sir? What would a Nuke system NCO be needed there?"" said Robert.<br/><br/>""Exactly right son, thats why we're pulling some strings, and changing your military record to reflect your new job.""<br/><br/>""And what might that be?"" questioned the young Templar<br/><br/>""Para Rescue"".<br/><br/>And with that, Robert was set to leave the US for Vietnam as a PJ."
533,Capitalism - The RP - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320548,2014-11-18T03:14:00,Harkback Union,"<div align=""center""><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320467"" rel=""nofollow"">OOC</a><br/><br/>Current Period:<br/>1882-1896<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Economy </span></span><br/><br/>Economic Climate:<br/>Depression<br/><br/>Financial Regulations:<br/>None<br/><br/>Taxes and Duties<br/>Income - Low<br/>Wealth - Low<br/>Import of Goods - Very high<br/>Import of Raw materials - None<br/>Export to Europe - high<br/>Export elsewhere - none<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Politics</span></span><br/><br/>President: <br/>Benjamin Harrison (Republican)<br/><br/>Wars:<br/>None<br/><br/>Military Expenses:<br/>Low<br/><br/>Economic subsidy:<br/>Hehehe... no!<br/><br/>Population Political views:<br/>2% Communist, 17% Socialist, 31% Conservative, 30% Liberal (but not socialist), 6% fascists, 14% just don't care<br/><br/>Labor Laws:<br/>26 workhour days.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Science and Inventions</span></span><br/><br/>Medicine:<br/>Cold pills<br/><br/>Transport:<br/>Steam engines, Airships,<br/><br/>Industry:<br/>Steam machinery<br/><br/>Agriculture:<br/>Fertilizer<br/><br/>Communication:<br/>Telegraph<br/><br/>Other stuff:<br/><br/><br/>The Story of Farmer Joe.<br/>Farmer Joe once had 1000 dollar. He used this money to buy a nice farm and found the ""Joe's Corn and Tobacco Company"". He then bought a slave and went on to grow corn and tobacco on his farm. The harvested stuff was then sold for 800 Dollars, Which he then used to buy 4 more slaves and some tools. The harvest next year was even better so Joe made even more money. Sadly, there was a slave rebellion in the next winter so Joe had to hire goons to protect his farm. The goons were very unfriendly and killed several of his slaves while protecting the farm. The slaves were so upset by this that they set fire to the farmhouse one night and ran away. This incident reduced ruined Joe's Company so he sold his land and decided to join the army to make a living as a soldier. He killed a lot of indians before he retired from service and used his savings of 1000 dollars to buy a nice farm and found the ""Joe's Corn and Tobacco Company""...<br/><br/>What any of this has to do with the RP? <br/><br/>Absolutely nothing.</div>"
534,Capitalism - The RP - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320548,2014-11-20T18:19:00,New Jordslag,"Al-Faiz sat in his Bedroom, praying. The Journey to America had been mostly uneventful, unless you count when his loyal guard Mahmoud had to throw up over the railing. He was always Seasick. But getting back to the point, he had plenty of Money and no idea where to start. But, he was a Genius for his age, and he figured it out. His ancestral lands were very Agricultural, and he know a good Agricultural Product when he saw one. Thus, he decided to invest $200 in Fertilizer, and another $100 in a Medicine called Cold Pills, just in case the Fertilizer didn't work out. After that, he set out to buy a Shop on a street near his House where he could sell products. He spent $500 setting up the shop. The first product he decided to sell was Cold Pills. After all, he was in a city where they didn't need much Fertilizer, but there was never not a demand for Medicine. He decided to have his 5 Guards run the shop, and set their Salary at $20 a week."
535,Capitalism - The RP - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320548,2014-11-20T19:24:00,Neo-Assyrian Empire,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Chicago</span><br/>Felix stood on the edge of a sidewalk, clad in a black suit and top hat. He swiftly walked across the street once there was a gap between the oncoming traffic. Once he made it to the other side, a man dressed similarly to Felix greeted him. ""Mr. Strommann, I presume"" The man extended his hand.<br/><br/>""The one and only"" Felix shook the man's hand, but was more concerned about the building they were standing in front of. It was an old worn-down tavern that was shut down in the early 1870s. No one had ever bothered to move in or tear it down. Just looking at the dusty windows, Felix was unsure about the place. ""So... This is the building?""<br/><br/>""Yes. It's a fine building, despite its appearance. I'm sure you can clean it up and use it well."" Felix walked inside, looking at the dusty counter and the cobwebs that draped the glasses just behind it. He walked up to the counter and placed his hand upon it. He looked around for a moment.<br/><br/>""... How much would it cost to operate here?""<br/><br/>""Two hundred fifty dollars to purchase, and ten per month to keep beyond that.""<br/><br/>Felix spun around. ""I'll take it, sir!"" He shook the man's hand. ""By this time next month, a fully functioning laboratory shall reside right where we are standing.""<br/><br/>""If it's a career in science you're after, I might be able to help you get started. I tend to keep up with the latest advances in the industry and, if you ask me, you should invest in airships while you can. I can guarantee you, in a hundred years, it will be the only mode of transportation.""<br/><br/>""Thank you for your words of advise, my good sir. I shall remember that, but for now, I bid you good day. You shall receive the payment and paperwork for this establishment tomorrow's eve.""<br/><br/>As the realitor left the building, Felix continued to stand in there, almost stuck in a hypnotic gaze. ""Great things shall happen here..."" he murmured to himself, ""Great things..."" Once he snapped himself out of it, he walked down to a building a few blocks away and invested one hundred dollars in airship technology and another fifty into the telegraph"
536,Capitalism - The RP - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320548,2014-11-20T19:56:00,Seno Zhou Varada,"Ah Nueva York... the smell of people and other things. The shop was just a converted home with some attachments so around $100 was all that was needed. Now in the city of course people would need to move around in some sort of vehicle to get to places. New inventions had come up with steam engines and machinery which the first could increase rail travel which would make a place to stop by and get something conveniently better. The second would increase jobs some more meaning more travel meaning more spending. It was genius! So $50 dollars in machinery and $50 dollars in engines. Now $800 left was quite a lot of money so some stocking up had to be made. $45 dollars in stocking up on the old tobacco, quick snacks, and cheap drinks oh and a little coffee. Now $755 left... 15 dollars in wages and bam $740 left in the bank for good measure... now where's the little mouse gone... Él Squeeker where have you gone?"
537,Capitalism - The RP - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320548,2014-11-20T20:27:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Jordslag <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320548&amp;p=22507408#p22507408"">wrote</a>:</cite>Al-Faiz sat in his Bedroom, praying. The Journey to America had been mostly uneventful, unless you count when his loyal guard Mahmoud had to throw up over the railing. He was always Seasick. But getting back to the point, he had plenty of Money and no idea where to start. But, he was a Genius for his age, and he figured it out. His ancestral lands were very Agricultural, and he know a good Agricultural Product when he saw one. Thus, he decided to invest $200 in Fertilizer, and another $100 in a Medicine called Cold Pills, just in case the Fertilizer didn't work out. After that, he set out to buy a Shop on a street near his House where he could sell products. He spent $500 setting up the shop. The first product he decided to sell was Cold Pills. After all, he was in a city where they didn't need much Fertilizer, but there was never not a demand for Medicine. He decided to have his 5 Guards run the shop, and set their Salary at $20 a week.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>What misfortune! Just after the shop was set up, A heatwave arrived. No need for cold pills... No costumers. That was bad news for business and the Goons protecting the place chewed away 100 bucks each week!<br/>-100 bucks remaining after week 1.<br/><br/>Then one day came a Gentleman on a fancy cart. He sold Magic Drinks that make you live long right by The Cold pill shop. One of the guards decided to try the drink but he found it to be cheap rum. He then jumped on the guy selling the fake medicine. He just wanted to beat the guy up a little but he forgot his knives in his hands and thus the gentleman died. Now there is a dead body and a cart full of rum in front of the shop."
538,Capitalism - The RP - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320548,2014-11-20T20:35:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>Neo-Assyrian Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320548&amp;p=22508162#p22508162"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Chicago</span><br/>Felix stood on the edge of a sidewalk, clad in a black suit and top hat. He swiftly walked across the street once there was a gap between the oncoming traffic. Once he made it to the other side, a man dressed similarly to Felix greeted him. ""Mr. Strommann, I presume"" The man extended his hand.<br/><br/>""The one and only"" Felix shook the man's hand, but was more concerned about the building they were standing in front of. It was an old worn-down tavern that was shut down in the early 1870s. No one had ever bothered to move in or tear it down. Just looking at the dusty windows, Felix was unsure about the place. ""So... This is the building?""<br/><br/>""Yes. It's a fine building, despite its appearance. I'm sure you can clean it up and use it well."" Felix walked inside, looking at the dusty counter and the cobwebs that draped the glasses just behind it. He walked up to the counter and placed his hand upon it. He looked around for a moment.<br/><br/>""... How much would it cost to operate here?""<br/><br/>""Two hundred fifty dollars to purchase, and ten per month to keep beyond that.""<br/><br/>Felix spun around. ""I'll take it, sir!"" He shook the man's hand. ""By this time next month, a fully functioning laboratory shall reside right where we are standing.""<br/><br/>""If it's a career in science you're after, I might be able to help you get started. I tend to keep up with the latest advances in the industry and, if you ask me, you should invest in airships while you can. I can guarantee you, in a hundred years, it will be the only mode of transportation.""<br/><br/>""Thank you for your words of advise, my good sir. I shall remember that, but for now, I bid you good day. You shall receive the payment and paperwork for this establishment tomorrow's eve.""<br/><br/>As the realitor left the building, Felix continued to stand in there, almost stuck in a hypnotic gaze. ""Great things shall happen here..."" he murmured to himself, ""Great things..."" Once he snapped himself out of it, he walked down to a building a few blocks away and invested one hundred dollars in airship technology and another fifty into the telegraph</div></blockquote><br/><br/>With a little luck, the 50 bucks was enough to put together a prototype telegraph machine. It looks pretty much like any other telegraph machine... Perhaps it could be even sold! Just lets hope the folks at the patent office won't be too mad about it."
539,Capitalism - The RP - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320548,2014-11-20T20:46:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>Seno Zhou Varada <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320548&amp;p=22508599#p22508599"">wrote</a>:</cite>Ah Nueva York... the smell of people and other things. The shop was just a converted home with some attachments so around $100 was all that was needed. Now in the city of course people would need to move around in some sort of vehicle to get to places. New inventions had come up with steam engines and machinery which the first could increase rail travel which would make a place to stop by and get something conveniently better. The second would increase jobs some more meaning more travel meaning more spending. It was genius! So $50 dollars in machinery and $50 dollars in engines. Now $800 left was quite a lot of money so some stocking up had to be made. $45 dollars in stocking up on the old tobacco, quick snacks, and cheap drinks oh and a little coffee. Now $755 left... 15 dollars in wages and bam $740 left in the bank for good measure... now where's the little mouse gone... Él Squeeker where have you gone?</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Machines... Engines... Tobacco... Alcohol. The place became popular among hobbyist engineers who made silly and often dangerous contraptions. There where 3 of these in New York. Luckily, they had their clubhouse-workshop just across the shop and so they visited regularly on every saturday. They purchased all the Engines for a 100 bucks and some other stuff for 20 $- They then went on to build their steam powered cars."
540,Capitalism - The RP - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320548,2014-11-21T05:49:00,New Jordslag,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320548&amp;p=22509003#p22509003"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Jordslag <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320548&amp;p=22507408#p22507408"">wrote</a>:</cite>Al-Faiz sat in his Bedroom, praying. The Journey to America had been mostly uneventful, unless you count when his loyal guard Mahmoud had to throw up over the railing. He was always Seasick. But getting back to the point, he had plenty of Money and no idea where to start. But, he was a Genius for his age, and he figured it out. His ancestral lands were very Agricultural, and he know a good Agricultural Product when he saw one. Thus, he decided to invest $200 in Fertilizer, and another $100 in a Medicine called Cold Pills, just in case the Fertilizer didn't work out. After that, he set out to buy a Shop on a street near his House where he could sell products. He spent $500 setting up the shop. The first product he decided to sell was Cold Pills. After all, he was in a city where they didn't need much Fertilizer, but there was never not a demand for Medicine. He decided to have his 5 Guards run the shop, and set their Salary at $20 a week.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>What misfortune! Just after the shop was set up, A heatwave arrived. No need for cold pills... No costumers. That was bad news for business and the Goons protecting the place chewed away 100 bucks each week! <br/>-100 bucks remaining after week 1.<br/><br/>Then one day came a Gentleman on a fancy cart. He sold Magic Drinks that make you live long right by The Cold pill shop. One of the guards decided to try the drink but he found it to be cheap rum. He then jumped on the guy selling the fake medicine. He just wanted to beat the guy up a little but he forgot his knives in his hands and thus the gentleman died. Now there is a dead body and a cart full of rum in front of the shop.</div></blockquote><br/>Al-Faiz sighed. ""Damn you, Abdullah, don't mess this up. Just loot the body and bury it in the back."" Meanwhile, he decided to sell his stock of Cold Pills and buy some Snacks to sell in his shop instead."
541,Capitalism - The RP - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320548,2014-11-21T06:42:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Jordslag <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320548&amp;p=22512257#p22512257"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320548&amp;p=22509003#p22509003"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>What misfortune! Just after the shop was set up, A heatwave arrived. No need for cold pills... No costumers. That was bad news for business and the Goons protecting the place chewed away 100 bucks each week! <br/>-100 bucks remaining after week 1.<br/><br/>Then one day came a Gentleman on a fancy cart. He sold Magic Drinks that make you live long right by The Cold pill shop. One of the guards decided to try the drink but he found it to be cheap rum. He then jumped on the guy selling the fake medicine. He just wanted to beat the guy up a little but he forgot his knives in his hands and thus the gentleman died. Now there is a dead body and a cart full of rum in front of the shop.</div></blockquote><br/>Al-Faiz sighed. ""Damn you, Abdullah, don't mess this up. Just loot the body and bury it in the back."" Meanwhile, he decided to sell his stock of Cold Pills and buy some Snacks to sell in his shop instead.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The low-on-demand cold pills sold for a whopping 5 cents at the auction. The Gentleman however had some 200 $ In his cart along with the 80 liters of rum. The local authorities didn't bother to investigate the case."
542,Capitalism - The RP - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320548,2014-11-21T15:59:00,TheRepublicOfAmbition,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">New York City (1882-1896)</span><br/>Chan sighed as the engineer went on. ""I'm telling you, this factory used to be the place when it came to makin' locomotives. I'm tellin' ya, buy it, fix her up, and you'll have yourself a fine workbench for your trains, sir!""<br/><br/>""Yeah yeah. I heard that part already. How much will it costs to buy it? Don't take me for a ride either. I still have to pay to fix it up and make it look pretty, then the other crap I gotta fix. Then I gotta get my first train. So how much, guy?"" Chan impatiently demanded, not wasting any time.<br/><br/>""Five-hundred bucks and it's yours!"" Came the engineer's reply. Chan really did feel like he was being taken for a ride, however, to make money, one must spend it. Chan had to start somewhere, and he didn't leave China to fail. He begrudgingly gave the engineer five-hundred dollars in cash, and watched him walk away.<br/><br/>""What a tool"", he muttered. ""At least I have a start point though. Now, to get my first train! As soon as I fix this damn place up.""<br/><br/>In Pocket: $1000.00<br/>-$500.00 = locomotive manufacturing yard<br/><br/>Remaining In Pocket: $500.00"
543,Capitalism - The RP - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320548,2014-11-22T04:14:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>TheRepublicOfAmbition <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320548&amp;p=22517362#p22517362"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">New York City (1882-1896)</span><br/>Chan sighed as the engineer went on. ""I'm telling you, this factory used to be the place when it came to makin' locomotives. I'm tellin' ya, buy it, fix her up, and you'll have yourself a fine workbench for your trains, sir!""<br/><br/>""Yeah yeah. I heard that part already. How much will it costs to buy it? Don't take me for a ride either. I still have to pay to fix it up and make it look pretty, then the other crap I gotta fix. Then I gotta get my first train. So how much, guy?"" Chan impatiently demanded, not wasting any time.<br/><br/>""Five-hundred bucks and it's yours!"" Came the engineer's reply. Chan really did feel like he was being taken for a ride, however, to make money, one must spend it. Chan had to start somewhere, and he didn't leave China to fail. He begrudgingly gave the engineer five-hundred dollars in cash, and watched him walk away.<br/><br/>""What a tool"", he muttered. ""At least I have a start point though. Now, to get my first train! As soon as I fix this damn place up.""<br/><br/>In Pocket: $1000.00<br/>-$500.00 = locomotive manufacturing yard<br/><br/>Remaining In Pocket: $500.00</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The Manufacturing yard was a very humble one... but it was a manufacturing yard nontheless. It had direct rail connection to the nearby train station and some rusty spare parts lying around. Perhaps with a little skill, something could be put together."
544,Capitalism - The RP - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320548,2014-11-22T09:11:00,TheRepublicOfAmbition,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320548&amp;p=22523633#p22523633"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Manufacturing yard was a very humble one... but it was a manufacturing yard nontheless. It had direct rail connection to the nearby train station and some rusty spare parts lying around. Perhaps with a little skill, something could be put together.</div></blockquote><br/>""I'm going to have to do something with these parts"", Chan said to himself. He sighed as he stooped down to closely inspect them. They were rusty, but workable. They'd have to do until newer, better parts could be bought. After some thought, he decided to attempt to make a decent machine out of them. As for what he would manufacture? Airship parts. He'd need staff, as one man with limited knowledge of engineering couldn't produce products of machine parts of an entire factory. First thing's first though. ""I gotta clean this dump"".<br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">IC Summary</span><br/>- Chan sweeps and dusts the entire factory by himself.<br/>- He attempts to make something out of the rusty parts.<br/>- Upon making enough machines to produce airship parts with, he'll be putting out word for hiring of staffsmen (line engineers and such) to assemble the parts and man the assembly line.<br/><br/>*Since I'm not the GM, I figured that I'd let Harkback come up with a cost and deduct it from the remaining<span style=""font-weight: bold"">500 dollars</span>Chan has left in his response post."
545,Capitalism - The RP - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320548,2014-11-22T09:38:00,Seno Zhou Varada,"Not a profit at all... but that was to be expected. Sadly it had turned out that barely anybody but those 3 hobbyists bought there. Perhaps more of an investment needed to be made. He had $860 now so he decided to invest a tad more with a riskier gamble. First he attempted to hire all of them with 100 dollars (Not each but for all 3), next he invested 100 in machinery and 100 in engines, lastly he heard of a manufacturing plant that was bought by some person and decided to invest in it a tad.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">From Señor Pédro<br/>To Mr. Chan<br/><br/>Why hello there. My name of course is right up there and I have noticed you have purchased a manufacturing plant and would like to make a small investment of $60 dollars. My only wish is since my shop is pretty close to the train station I would like if you could try and get me a tad more business over there. But of course that is your choice.<br/><br/>Your investor,<br/> Señor Pédro</blockquote>"
546,Capitalism - The RP - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320548,2014-11-22T09:50:00,TheRepublicOfAmbition,"<blockquote><div><cite>Seno Zhou Varada <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320548&amp;p=22525107#p22525107"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">From Señor Pédro<br/>To Mr. Chan<br/><br/>Why hello there. My name of course is right up there and I have noticed you have purchased a manufacturing plant and would like to make a small investment of $60 dollars. My only wish is since my shop is pretty close to the train station I would like if you could try and get me a tad more business over there. But of course that is your choice.<br/><br/>Your investor,<br/> Señor Pédro</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">From:</span> William Chan<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">To:</span> Señor Pédro<br/><br/>Yeah. Hi. Thanks for the sixty bucks. They'll help me get this place up and running. I was going to get into locomotives first, but I think airships is more lucrative, so here I am. I'll help you out with your shop, but I think it would help if you told me what you sold or made there. I'd be able to do more for you that way. Look forward to getting another letter from you.<br/><br/>Sincerely,<br/>-William Chan</blockquote>"
547,Capitalism - The RP - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320548,2014-11-22T10:21:00,Seno Zhou Varada,"<blockquote><div><cite>TheRepublicOfAmbition <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320548&amp;p=22525245#p22525245"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Seno Zhou Varada <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320548&amp;p=22525107#p22525107"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">From Señor Pédro<br/>To Mr. Chan<br/><br/>Why hello there. My name of course is right up there and I have noticed you have purchased a manufacturing plant and would like to make a small investment of $60 dollars. My only wish is since my shop is pretty close to the train station I would like if you could try and get me a tad more business over there. But of course that is your choice.<br/><br/>Your investor,<br/> Señor Pédro</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">From:</span> William Chan<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">To:</span> Señor Pédro<br/><br/>Yeah. Hi. Thanks for the sixty bucks. They'll help me get this place up and running. I was going to get into locomotives first, but I think airships is more lucrative, so here I am. I'll help you out with your shop, but I think it would help if you told me what you sold or made there. I'd be able to do more for you that way. Look forward to getting another letter from you.<br/><br/>Sincerely,<br/>-William Chan</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">From Señor Pédro<br/>To William Chan<br/><br/>Yes of course. I own a shop near the train station and hope it grows into a convenience store like something a person would want like a smoke or snack after they get off the train and I need more of those customers. I really don't make anything but some hobbyists I'm currently trying to hire have bought some of my engines and machinery I invested in. But I'm also interested in the idea of carriages without horses. Lucrative but I suspect it could work if the engine was made more compact. I would be able to sell fuel and make a fortun. Unfortunately I can't really manufacture anything but if I manage to get those hobbyists perhaps I can sell you the blueprints if they can make them.<br/><br/>Tip of the hat,<br/> Señor Pédro</blockquote>"
548,Capitalism - The RP - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320548,2014-11-22T10:32:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>TheRepublicOfAmbition <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320548&amp;p=22524906#p22524906"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320548&amp;p=22523633#p22523633"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Manufacturing yard was a very humble one... but it was a manufacturing yard nontheless. It had direct rail connection to the nearby train station and some rusty spare parts lying around. Perhaps with a little skill, something could be put together.</div></blockquote><br/>""I'm going to have to do something with these parts"", Chan said to himself. He sighed as he stooped down to closely inspect them. They were rusty, but workable. They'd have to do until newer, better parts could be bought. After some thought, he decided to attempt to make a decent machine out of them. As for what he would manufacture? Airship parts. He'd need staff, as one man with limited knowledge of engineering couldn't produce products of machine parts of an entire factory. First thing's first though. ""I gotta clean this dump"".<br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">IC Summary</span><br/>- Chan sweeps and dusts the entire factory by himself.<br/>- He attempts to make something out of the rusty parts.<br/>- Upon making enough machines to produce airship parts with, he'll be putting out word for hiring of staffsmen (line engineers and such) to assemble the parts and man the assembly line.<br/><br/>*Since I'm not the GM, I figured that I'd let Harkback come up with a cost and deduct it from the remaining <span style=""font-weight: bold"">500 dollars</span> Chan has left in his response post.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Chan worked hard to clean up the place. After a week of laborious work the assembly hall was sparkling clean and he managed to accidentally put together a locomotive-like object as he hurled the rusty parts into one place. He also got a bunch of steel beams, bolts, chains and oversized cogs from a nearby junkyard at a very good price.<br/><br/>Then, Just as Chan was to plan his next move, A Man in top hat walked into the assembly hall.<br/><br/>""Good afternoon!"" - Said the man as he struck the ground with his fancy walking stick. - ""I spotted that antique locomotive of yours from outside! Its in a pretty bad shape... But I would be glad to purchase it for my museum."" - He lit a big cigarette - ""How much do you want for it?"""
549,Capitalism - The RP - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320548,2014-11-22T12:37:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote class=""uncited""><div>Not a profit at all... but that was to be expected. Sadly it had turned out that barely anybody but those 3 hobbyists bought there. Perhaps more of an investment needed to be made. He had $860 now so he decided to invest a tad more with a riskier gamble. First he attempted to hire all of them with 100 dollars (Not each but for all 3), next he invested 100 in machinery and 100 in engines, lastly he heard of a manufacturing plant that was bought by some person and decided to invest in it a tad.<br/></div></blockquote><br/><br/>The Lads working across the workshop found the offer good enough. They would only work part-time of course... and they were slightly out of control. They quickly spent the 200 bucks to put together a 4 wheeled vehicle which could be rided by 3 person. They each had to pedal to bring the thing into motion and steering wasn't the best but they say its really fun to ride!"
550,Capitalism - The RP - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320548,2014-11-22T17:04:00,TheRepublicOfAmbition,"<blockquote><div><cite>Seno Zhou Varada <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320548&amp;p=22525567#p22525567"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Yes of course. I own a shop near the train station and hope it grows into a convenience store like something a person would want like a smoke or snack after they get off the train and I need more of those customers. I really don't make anything but some hobbyists I'm currently trying to hire have bought some of my engines and machinery I invested in. But I'm also interested in the idea of carriages without horses. Lucrative but I suspect it could work if the engine was made more compact. I would be able to sell fuel and make a fortune. Unfortunately I can't really manufacture anything but if I manage to get those hobbyists perhaps I can sell you the blueprints if they can make them.<br/><br/>Tip of the hat,<br/>Señor Pédro</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">From:</span> William Chan<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">To:</span> Señor Pédro<br/><br/>I have a feeling that we'll make splendid business partners. Forgive the lack of formalities if you would. I was never a very formal person. Now, I'm interested in those blueprints. I will definitely use my locomotives to bring you business. Perhaps we could meet in person someday soon and discuss these plans of yours. We might be able to venture into a joint effort. Let me know what you think about this.<br/><br/>A Fellow Businessman,<br/>-William Chan</blockquote><br/><br/>Chan sighed as he finished the letter. He did that often. His muscles were still a little sore from the work he did this entire week. He not only managed to make the factory spotless, he also assembled an old locomotive -- by himself! To top it all off, he got his hands on some better machine parts from a closing warehouse. Could this week get any better?<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320548&amp;p=22525714#p22525714"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Good afternoon!"" - Said the man as he struck the ground with his fancy walking stick. - ""I spotted that antique locomotive of yours from outside! Its in a pretty bad shape... But I would be glad to purchase it for my museum."" - He lit a big cigarette - ""How much do you want for it?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Apparently, it<span style=""font-style: italic"">could</span>get better. Much better. He eyed the man curiously before speaking.<span style=""font-style: italic"">This guy dresses the part. Maybe he does have enough money to pay me for this old locomotive. Then I can use that money for a bran spankin' new engine!</span>Chan cleared his throat. ""How much do I want for it? Hm. Give me two grand and it's all yours!""<br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">IC Summary</span><br/>- Chan agrees to help Pedro out with his shop.<br/>- Chan also expresses interest in meeting with Pedro to discuss this horseless carriage idea.<br/>- Chan attempts to sell the locomotive he assembled for two-thousand dollars."
551,Capitalism - The RP - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320548,2014-11-24T20:03:00,Seno Zhou Varada,"After much thought Pédro decides to finalize on the blueprint. He quickly writes a letter to Mr. Chan and sends his 3 hobbyists, the horseless carriage, and the blueprints to the factory while he goes to the patent office to try and patent the thing which he would call a Less Car or even simpler Car.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To Mr. Chan<br/><br/>Now having gotten my men to design and build the device I have sent them over to you for you to see if you would like to buy the rights to produce it as I'm currently heading to the patent office. Of course fell free to test drive it but be careful as it does have an occasional mess up due to this being very new. Feel free to suggest design changes if something seems off and you know what your doing.<br/><br/>Tip of the Hat,<br/> Señor Pédro</blockquote>"
552,Capitalism - The RP - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320548,2014-11-25T06:07:00,Harkback Union,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Chan's Locomotive Manufacturing Hall</span><br/><br/>""2 Grands? Hmfm! 500 at best! And even then I'm being generous! This heap of junk needs some serious polishing before it could be put on display."" - The old man got so infuriated by Chan's outrageous offer that he had to clean sweat of hiss face with a white blanket. - ""500 is my last offer!""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Señor Pédro's Groceries and horseless car R&amp;D center</span><br/><br/>The Patent for the Horseless car was accepted though the officials at the Patent office laughed on the Idea. - ""Who would like to pedal when you could just have a horse pull your cart?"""
553,Capitalism - The RP - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320548,2014-11-25T20:17:00,Seno Zhou Varada,"""Even if my idea is crazy I will work on it! Till it's totally ludicrous!"". However being rejected and with only 500 he had to invest in something else. Taking a new direction he decided to try and make something for either people going to the train needing something to read in travel or just after travel. He would call them magazines and the brand would be... 'Rumors and News'. He decided to invest 100 dollars in gathering rumors and news and the other 100 in finding people and paying them to print them. Then he payed the wages which in total cost 50 dollars leaving him with a total of 250."
554,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573,2014-11-18T10:14:00,Nuridia,"Link to OOC:<a class=""postlink-local"" href=""http://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320363&amp;p=22461830#p22461830"">viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320363&amp;p=22461830#p22461830</a><br/><br/>The credit for the central plot idea of this RP goes to my good friend Tomia. Also I don't know how to mark the map since I found it on the Internet and didn't make it myself so it won't be used to chart kingdom locations but it is there because most people would say that the map is easier to RP with. Anyway, I'll put up a list of races later but the main ones are humans, different types of elves, orcs and dwarves. Tomia is my co-op now so his word and mine are the same.<br/><br/>Map of Pangden:<img alt=""Image"" src=""http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_GsF6XkE-qiY/TUrt00NMuoI/AAAAAAAAAZo/e-Wy1_FPhfo/s1600/World+MapStart.jpg""/><br/><br/>The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones<br/>The world of Pangden, a world filled with mystery, magic, gods and wonder. Some say it was formed in an explosion, others say it was creaed by the gods. Still others say that it rose up out of the ocean or was formed by magic. Or even volanic fire. To be honest, nobody really knows the true story but all they know is that one day this land was there and gradually it was settled by all manners of races, dwarves, elves, humans, shifters and other races. After years of wars against the kingdoms of this expansive land and against the monsters and dark gods, peace was finally won after the Centurion Wars, which raged for 100 years and were finally stopped by the legendary Heroes Guild, a group of skilled legendary warriors bestowed by the gods with powers to keep the peace and to actually kill gods and demons, they were the peacekeepers of the realms, the protectors, the warriors, the saviors. For many years, peace and order was maintained and life was good, until one of these trusted Heroes turned rogue. This person, known only as the Dark Centurion turned from the path of Light and got into dark magic, and when apprehended escaped to the far North where it is presumed that this former Hero is summoning an army of monsters, demons and dark gods and is recruiting shadow mages and others to their cause to do their bidding in order to reek havoc on Pangden once more by summoning Kyzar, the ultimate god of evil and force of destruction. This group henceforth is known as the Dark Ones, the opposite of the Heroes. Because of this person's betrayal, many of Pangden's citizens lost faith in the Heroes, but the Heroes Guild knows that in order to defeat this evil, new Heroes must be trained, recruited and grouped together to save the world from darkness and destruction. You must choose, will uyou be on the side of the Heroes or the side of evil? Will you help save the world or destroy it, it's all up to you.<br/><br/>Okay, here are the rules: Respect me as the OP along with any co-op I choose, sex is PG-13 only and only if your character is 15 or above, keep OOC discussions in the OOC if you don't mind, respect each other and no OP powers. And this is an absolute MUST, if you wish to play a major kingdom TG me IMMEDIATELY. Also if you'd like to make a character in another player's family, ask them first. Besides all that boring legal stuff, this is a fantasy RP so the most important rule is to have ful, or else. The gods in this RP CAN DIE, so if you play one you can be killed just like Frigga in the Dark World. Gods, unlike humans can be reincarnated but this process takes ten years so basically you'll be dead for the whole RP if you're bumped off during the course, aka final battle.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Major Kingdoms of Pangden""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Empire of Kakyuzu</span>- A large, wealthy, East Asian-esque empire stretching across a great deal of the eastern part of the continent, it is considered the cultural center of Pangden and famous for its poets, mages, musicians and artists. Its biggest imports are silks, textile des, gold, silver, precious mtals and gems making it one of the richest kingdoms in all of Pangden, boasting significant populations of all races. The culture is a mix of ancient China, Japan, and Korea with some fantasy twists thrown in. A peaceful land under a strict and effective management system to crack down on crime and corruption, however it does boast a strong military with their navy being considered one of the best in the continent. <span style=""font-weight: bold"">This kingdom will be played by me.</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Albion-</span> A Middle Age-Renaissance type kingdom, this northern island nation is large and prosperous with an English-Viking type culture. Their navy is the best on Pangden and the kingdom is very prosperous due to its trade routes by sea and because of the rich waters and soils that yield valuable and profitable goods. Its people are rugged, hardy and proud of their heritage and their ruler. Their seafarin tradition runs deep in their veins and many children especially boys learn to sail at a young age. Albion boasts some of the toughest sailors and warriors although they are also a diplomatic and peaceful kingdom. <span style=""font-weight: bold"">TAKEN BY TOMIA</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Republic of Gandera</span><br/>This southern kingdom, ruled by a Prime Minister and an elected cabinet of twelve officials known as The People's Council of Twelve, this elven realm has advanced magic and technology for its time and is home to many scholar-mages, artisans, craftsmen and healers. A member of the Twelve is elected every twenty years, and the Prime Minister elected every fifty years. Men and women are allowed to vote and participate in elections as soon as they reach the elven majority age of 40, when most elves reach maturity. The Ganderans are powerful mages and archers, their crafted bows are highly sought after. <span style=""font-weight: bold"">PLAYED BY HIPPIE KIWIS</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Pen'daii-</span><br/>The kingdom of the Orcs, the base of this mostly nomadic kingdom is in the deep south where the forest is thickest and darkest. Their leader is a Tarlook, or Chieftain, and the position is often passed down from father to eldest son although the title is won by the best warrior in the tribeand is won in the Khyber Duel, when a warrior challenges the current Tarlook. It is often a duel to the death and if the challenger bests the chieftain, the challenger becomes the new Tarlook.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Tierran</span><br/>The dwarven kingdom built in the mountainous western region and is ruled by the Dwarven King, they are quite wealthy due to the precious metals and gems that are often found in the bases of the mountains into which they carve their cities. Despite being a rough people, they are also very cultured and are renowned warriors, jewelry crafters, metalsmiths and weapon makers.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Elnaria</span><br/>The elven monarchy, this northern kingdom is home to the Snow-Elves and Moon-Elves, they are well adapted to surviving their consistently snowy and Arctic environment and have turned snow into paradise in their own unique Elven way. This kingdom, whose main export is Moon Crystal which can only be found in northern Elnaria is ruled from the capital city of Firinel by the Elven King or Queen.<span style=""font-weight: bold"">TAKEN BY THE STARLIGHT</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Mawlay</span><br/>An Arabic-Egyptian and Mughal Indian style desert nation of nomadic humans, they are renowned cavaliers(horsemen) and their horsemanship skills earned them a place on the world map. Spices, iron and weapons are their major exports and they are ruled by a Shiekah, their name for their king. There has never been a female Shiekah in the history of Mawlay, and although daughters can inherit equally with sons, warrior rulers are preferred and usually women are not trained in warfare as the men are.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Arcanic Empire of Loray</span><br/>Another large empire, although not as large as the Kakyuzu Empire. This empire is western, and stretches quite a distance. Thanks to the policies made by their frugal ruler and because of the platinum ore and, marble and gems which they have in abundance it is a very wealthy state. They are a highly magical state with the chief Archmage ranking only second to the Emperor or Empress. Daughters inherit on equal footing with the sons and the primogeniture is absolute although it is mostly a patriarchal society. It is a magical place with the largest mage school on the continent, the Arcane Academy of Archmages, only the best are even allowed in. This empire boasts world-renowned cratsmanship and the architecture is awe-inspiring. Many of the buildings are a mixture of Elven and Dwarven architecture although humans are the dominant race of this country. The buildings in the capital city of Lorelia are mostly pale in color, ranging from dark cream to bright white to silver, giving the city the nickname of the Pearl of Pangden. Since magic is preferred above all weapons, this empire's warriors are mostly mages and their weapons department and non magic military is lacking. <span style=""font-weight: bold"">THIS KINGDOM WILL BE PLAYED BY ME AS WELL.</span></div></div></div>"
555,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573,2014-11-18T11:04:00,Nuridia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Khyber Imperial Palace, the Loray Empire<br/>Empress Leticia Valen I</span><br/>Inside one of the grand palace's offices, a woman of twenty-seven years sat at her desk going over new reports from provinces, official documents and even some audience requests. Politics was her affair, as the ruler of an empire of three million people it was never easy, but ruling came naturally to her. Leticia Valen, Empress of all the Loray Empire was a very busy woman and a hard worker, but she also loved fun. With the looming threat of the Dark Ones ever present to all of Pangden however there was hardly any time for rest, still it was the duty of a ruler to try their best for their people and that was exactly what she was goin g to do. Suddenly, there was a knock at the beautifully carved double doors leading to the elegant chamber. ""Come in."" the empress answered, looking up from the papers she was drawing up. The doors opened and a man came in dressed in the armor of a Loray battle mage. The mages of Loray were some of the strongest in the world, their magic school was the most prestigious on the continent and the empire was famous for their magic. ""Your majesty, I have the latest reports of the movements of the Dark Ones as you requested."" ""This is what other reports from around the world and from our spies have come up with."" the man said, stroking his short brown beard. Leticia sat up a bit more in her chair, the tiny rubies glinting in her huge curly bouffant of blonde hair and her honey brown eyes looked interested but pained at the same time. She adjusted the elaborate feathered headdress she wore. The empress had a great love for fine headdresses as well as rare jewels and wasn't ashamed to flaunt her collection. Though she hated wasting gold and never liked to spend much money on them, thats why most of them were gifts. ""Good, we need to know all we can to stop them."" ""They've ruined many lives, including..."" It was too painful to talk about. ""Your sister?"" the man asked. Leticia, or Tish as she was nicknamed was never even supposed to be empress although she had the better hand for it. The heir was her beloved twin Anna, they had been close before she was kidnapped and turned evil. Then she ran away to join the Dark Ones, not a day went by that the empress didn't miss her sister and she vowed to bring her back home.<br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Himeji Palace, the Empire of Kakyuzu,<br/>Queen-Empress Haneul</span><br/>""Thank you Fujimira, you are dismissed for today."" the voice of a young woman spoke from a carved and gilded throne. Her long black hair flowed nearly to her ankles but was kept up in the elaborate style of the noblewomen of her empire, decorated with gilded and jeweled pins along with red silk tassels symbolizing good luck and long life. She wore a pink and silver hanbok decorated with gold thread and sat tall and proud in the throne room. It, like most of the palace was decorated with silk hangings and jade sculptures and other things that symbolized the Empire. Queen-Empress Haneul, who was named after heaven in the language of her empire was the eldest child of five daughters of the previous king-emperor. Of course at first he was disappointed that he had no son to succeed him, but Haneul proved herself to be a capable and precocious person and so then the emperor felt safe about leaving the empire in his daughter's hands. Her unmarried sisters lived with her, the married ones lived in enarby palaces with their husbands and although she had a busy ruler's schedule, Haneul made a point tovisit her family with the free time she had. She had been trained with a sword an as well as being an intelligent ruler and warrior she was also a mage. Although not a super-mage since sit wasn't very emphasize, she knew her way around a fireball. Now she was tudying this Heroes' Guild, a group fromed to fight the evil Dark Ones who were threatening their land. Anbody could train, but they had to have the stuff to do it. Many times she thought of training, if she could help her empire and the world she'd take the chance.<br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">A merchant city somewhere in Mawlay,<br/>Anna Valen</span><br/>The young woman sitting in the shadow of a large and spacious cave was unused to the billowing desert winds as well as the high and hot temperatures of this nomadic kingdom land. And all the sand, all the gods damned forsaken sand nearly drove her nuts. However she had to bear it if her plan was to work. She was the head Archmage of the Dark Ones, second in command to only the Centurion himself who lived in the frigid North. Her specialty was shadow magic and she was an expert at it, working to perfect her dark art every day. Her long silver hair flowed unbound to her feet and with her pale flawless skin it made her look like a living ice nymph. She had sharp blood-red always lined with dark makeup and her face and arms were marked with runes, the runes of the Dark Elves. She didn't mind being alone, she would get her revenge on all those who wronged her and take her rightful place on the throne of Loray, her sniveling sister didn't have the birthright to rule. Anna used to be the crown princess of the Loray Empire, heiress tot he throne and twin sister to the current Empress. Her life seemed perfect, she got along with ehr family and had wanted for nothing, until one day she was taken from the sprawling palace she called her home. When she came back she felt different, powerful. She had tapped into her dark magic and it made her fel fantasic, she felt like she could rule the world despite the pain it sometimes left her in. She was taken to a mage and found out a shocking secret. Her mother had been unfaithful, she was not the emperor's child at all but of an elf working for the Dark Ones. Her real father had taken her away and initiated her, the writing pain of an eight year old child and the shock and fearful blue eyes were eplaced by a strong, hard and vengeful elven woman. The emperor, the man she despised and whom she thought was her father banished her from her kingdom and stole her throne,but she got her revenge. The old fool had met his end, and soon the entire empire and vengeance would be hers.<br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Mount Parna, Kakyuzu Empire<br/>Chantico, Goddess of Volcanoes and Fire</span><br/>Chantico sat inside her obsidian throne, admiring the beauty of her volcanic palace although not many of her brothers and sisters would find it beautiful. The solid rock walls and the rivers of flowing lava made her feel safe as it was closest to the center of the earth where she had been conceived and then her violent birth through a volcanic eruption that occured during the Great Winter when her twin sister the snow goddess Inyel was born, fire was her element and she got very angry when it didn't get treated with the respect that it deserved. Fire was a nurturing as well as a destructive force, and she ahd taught humans to harness fire to keep themselves warm. Her lusty, curvaceous figure and large bust was draped in crimson red that was striking against her tanned brown skin, her long hair that resembled living fire nearly blended in with the hot molten lava that she lived around. She was normally a warm, motherly and nurturing goddess just like the fire that she so treasured. But like the wild fires, she had a temper. If there was one deity that you didn't want to get pissed off, it was Chantico. Inyel, as goddess of snow and ice got aggressive when she was angry but Chanti when she was angry blew her top, literally. If you've ever seen a volcano violently erupt, that's all Chantico's doing. She was easily given over to passions and emotions, unlike her cooler and more rational older twin. And if a volcano starts to smoke, Chantico's excited or contemplating something. She and Inyel although they loved each other were opposites in most ways. But they were both fiercely protective of loved ones and their patrons, Inyel treasured the nothen Elf kingdom of Elnaria and Chanti, although she loved all life the Kakyuzu had a special place in her heart. After thinking for a bit, the goddess got up and stretched before streaking across the sky in a ball of fire like a shooting star or comet. She wold go to the North and pay a visit to Inyel."
556,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573,2014-11-18T12:10:00,Tomia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""> Aldrean Tiberin</span><br/>Aldrean had grown to dread falling asleep. For the last year he had been subjected to vivid dreams and nightmares. He didn't know why they were happening, but they always happened. He would often see scenes of massive battles between forces he couldn't recognize. He would often see himself depicted in the battle, fighting desperately against horrific demons and monsters. The dream then suddenly changed and he saw a young blonde woman sitting at a desk in an imperial looking office. She was wearing a crown, so Aldrean assumed she was royalty but he didn't know who she was. ""Find her, find the first hero"" A voice called to him. Aldrean had no idea who was speaking or who this woman was. Soon he woke up, more confused than usual.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Dark Centurion</span><br/>The Centurion sat on his throne in his massive fortress in the north. It was the only thing for miles in the large snowy tundra. The fortress was made of obsidian and black ice reinforced with dark magic. The fortress was the home of the dark ones who were dedicated to the destruction of the heroes guild, and the raising of Kyzar who would give them ultimate power. The Centurion would become the most powerful person in the world and the Heroes Guild would burn at his feet. Soon a large black specter appeared before the Centurion who bowed before him. He was a demon summoned to serve the Dark Ones. ""My lord, you called for me?"" The Centurion stood, ""Yes, I have need of you. Find Arch-mage Anna and tell her I have need of her return."" The demon bowed and soon disappeared in a cloud of shadows."
557,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573,2014-11-18T12:41:00,Nuridia,"After Leticia was finished her desk-work, she then had to meet with the soldiers and mages to discuss plans for the protection of the empire. Good thing she had a few hours to spare before that so after she handled some more State-affairs she would slip in some free time for herself. Before that however, she would go with her personal group of soldier-mages on patrol around the main area of the empire. They were really working on the weapons part of the military, it was more magic than might and so there was a soldier's training school being built. She had loyal knights and governors who were patrolling the rest, huge empire as it was one person couldn't patrol it all every day. Dressing in her blue light armor over a knee length navy blue dress with a high collar and slit-sides in the skirt, the empress pinned her hair into a bun, put on her riding boots, grabbed her<a class=""postlink"" href=""https://www.google.com/url?sa=i&amp;rct=j&amp;q=&amp;esrc=s&amp;source=images&amp;cd=&amp;cad=rja&amp;uact=8&amp;ved=0CAQQjBw&amp;url=http%3A%2F%2Fmedia-cache-ak0.pinimg.com%2F236x%2F72%2F1f%2F67%2F721f67ad33e73c6381215ecf8fdd55d2.jpg&amp;ei=ap9rVID7J8PuoASti4H4AQ&amp;bvm=bv.79908130,d.aWw&amp;psig=AFQjCNHGMzJYqMcVrnrcFatDQGa-CYTiCA&amp;ust=1416425667541663"" rel=""nofollow"">mage's staff</a>and went down to the stables where her company was waiting. Mounting her favorite horse, it was black with blue eyes and named Anna after her sister, Leticia and her soldiers set out on their rounds. In Mawlay, Anna was practicng a spell that would let you control the spectres you summoned. She was loyal to the Centurion, but she took her magic very seriously and would even snap at him when she was interrupted, not scared of what he may do to her. Her magic was more than a match for him, it was her art and her very life's blood. Suddenly, she saw a shade move across the sky and her meticulously drawn spell circle fizzled out. Anna's eyes grew angry and she growled under her breath. ""This had better be good Centurion."" she said angrily."
558,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573,2014-11-18T13:00:00,Bentus,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Kalek - Border Deserts of Mawlay</span><br/><hr/><br/>With a heave, Kalek pushed the now motionless body from the end of his sword. The corpse, that had mere moments before been clawing at the man’s face, slumped lifeless to the ground. But before a moment’s respite could be gained, the blade once again was brought to bear, the distinctive clang of metal-striking-metal ringing out across the desert air. Kalek grunted under the weight of the blow, locking eyes with his inhuman opponent. It was a corpse, undoubtedly the residue of some necromancer’s experiment gone unfinished. Tatters of flesh hung useless and limp from its decaying features, mere inches from Kalek’s face as he sought to put his weight behind his blade. The creature roared at the God, the spine-chilling cry covering Kalek in its filthy spittle. In a swift, fluid action, Kalek brought his knee to bear, hearing the satisfying crunch of bone as it impacted on the rotten bones of the monster. The creature’s stance faltered, and with a downward stroke Kalek hacked deep into its neck, fighting against the resistance of its flesh.<br/><br/>Still more came. By this point, Kalek was breathing heavily, the physical exertion of the battle starting to make its presence known. He was constantly parrying and reacting simply to avoid the relentless attacks of the swarm; the shadowy figures lurking further out in the dark telling him that any possible exit would involve butchering his way through bodies. The God cursed beneath his breath, cursing his foolishness at having set up camp so close to where his quarries had lurked and cursing his luck that they had become adventurous enough as to mount an attack. It was a trend that he’d been noticing more and more lately. Where once the monsters would’ve stopped, an invisible line in the sand that marked the boundary of their menace, now whole hordes roamed freely – launching raids and assaults on unsuspecting towns near the border. Kalek had done what he’d could, but it was a lot of land to cover.<br/><br/>The piles of corpses at the God’s feet were starting to pile up, every step posing a risk of slipping on the pools of blood that now drenched the dirt. The rate at which they attacked him was increasing, now he found himself facing two or three foes at a time, it was only a matter of time before he made a mistake. The God’s eyes darted left and right, looking for an opening that he could use to escape or at least get to a better vantage point. He plunged his sword into the chest of another of the sickening creatures, the metallic blade piercing right between the ribs. With a rapid twirl, Kalek brought himself about with his hands raised – ready to parry the expected strike from yet another opponent. But instead he felt a sudden resistance before a stomach-sinking crack. As he turned to face the coming blow, Kalek found himself gawping horrified at the sight of but a severed hilt in his hand. The blade still sat embedded in the chest of his last victim, its rusting form having finally given up on the fight. The God simply stared in disbelief.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Another one?</span>"
559,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573,2014-11-18T14:16:00,The Starlight,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Queen Elyrith Tarembor<br/>Firinel, The Kingdom of Elnaria.</span><br/><br/>Today was Starfall, the Winter Solstice of Elnaria. Today, the goddess Inyel might make a rare appearance as she replanted the Moon Crystals that kept Elnaria alive. All this was going through the head of Queen Elyrith of Elnaria as she prepared for the fun and the various ceremonies. Starfall was a day for her to rest and relax from the problems of running a kingdom and the threat of Dark Ones, and so she looked forward to it every year. Not that she disliked being queen, instead the opposite, as she loved it and its people. Walking to the balcony of her magnificent ice palace, she swung the doors open and looked up into the sky. As every Starfall, it was snowing, lightly but beautifully, the designs of each snowflake being made personally by Inyel herself. Designs could also be sent by the elves of Elnaria to Inyel's most sacred dwelling on Elurith, where the goddess considered each and every design. The snow never melted in Elnaria, as the goddess permitted. In fact, some of the snowflakes that fell were solid enough, due to the climate and the magic endowed in them, to remain in that form, so that they could be framed. Those who caught one received the epithet of ""Snowcatcher"" and were allowed to keep the snowflakes. Turning her attention to the city of Firinel itself, Elyrith looked and smiled, wondering at the twinkling lamps spread throughout the city, the sleds, transporting goods and materials for Starfall. She could sense it in the air, both the business of the city, and its barely concealed excitement.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Inyel, Goddess of Snow and Ice<br/>The Ice Temple of Starfall, Mount Elurith</span><br/><br/>The goddess smiled as she looked into the glass and snow globe which showed her sacred city of Firinel and the kingdom of Elnaria alone. She directed the feed to turn towards her blessed champion, Queen Elyrith. She smiled as the queen did, feeling motherly towards the dear child. She had indeed chosen well, Elyrith was destined to be a great queen and was a vital piece in the future, exemplifying all of the best traits herself. As she walked out of her dwelling, she saw a ball of fire racing across the sky. It was Chantico, her beloved twin. Inyel was the elder, but had never wanted to be separated from her twin, as she felt slightly protective, though she did not let Chantico know. But alas, fire and ice would smother and snuff each other out, so they had to live separately. But the twins visited each other often, and despite all the years, they were still endeared. As Chantico came closer, Inyel commanded the gates of her palace/temple to open, and directed the snow to stop following. Inside, there was a room of neutral temperature neither hot nor cold, created by the powers of both goddesses so but sisters could talk and be together. She cleared the snow were Chantico would land, and stood waiting, with a soft smile at seeing her sister once again."
560,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573,2014-11-18T14:23:00,Tomia,"Aldrean rose a few a little while after his dream ended, finding that sleep wouldn't return to him. He got dressed and headed out of the room toward the courtyard of the guild. The guild was little a small city, built around a lake and a forest. There were people already mulling around, some training or building weapons. Aldrean made his way to a house on a hill towards the end of the compound. He found guild master Galith meditating in the center, praying to Chantico as he was a fire mage. ""Come in Aldrean,"" He said before Aldrean ever knocked. Alderman was used to this, Galith was able to sense people's presence without seeing them. Aldrean made his way inside. ""Master, I'm sorry to bother you. I couldn't sleep. I was having troubling dreams."" Alderman told his master about his dreams. Galore sat silent and emotionless until he finished. ""This woman, would you be able to describe her? Recognize her if you saw her?"" Aldrean nodded, ""Yes, but why does that matter?"" Galore was silent for a little while before speaking. ""Because, you're going to search for her.""<br/>The demon arrived in Anna's cave, appearing through the ground in a dark cloud. He stood before her, his dark face emotionless. ""Lord Centurion demands an audience with you Lady Anna. He wishes to speak with you."""
561,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573,2014-11-18T14:47:00,Krugmar,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Nzem'thoth, <span style=""font-style: italic"">the Solitaire</span><br/>Lost in the Wilderness</span><br/><br/>Nzem'thoth was utterly and hopelessly confused as to how he had ended up in a sparse plain with nothing around other than a few trees eking out an existence and the occasional animal scuttling past. His mind was blank, he could remember nothing except for the Parade of... something that he couldn't recall, but that was months ago. It was likely that The Whisperer had blanked his mind again, for a purpose, for fun or probably no real reason he did not know. He swerved around a few times and attempted to ascertain which way was north, for that was the way he would be travelling.<br/><br/>""No it isn't, I want to go east to Loray!"" screamed Nzem in his usual high pitched and squealing voice.<br/><br/>""No, I want to find this Dark Centurion, perhaps kill him or befriend him... Whisperer knows I need friends"" replied Thoth, in a voice that sounded like depression incarnate.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Yes, you do need friends""</span>came the reply in his mind, it was probably The Whisperer though he could never be sure these days.<br/><br/>""We can make better friends in Loray!"" exclaimed Nzem, intent on returning to Loray after a century of absence.<br/><br/>""Do we have to? Everyone there seems so lively, annoying and... distasteful"" said Thoth, making no secret of his dislike for the Empire and its apparently happy citizens.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Loray is nice this time of year""</span>came the voice again, though Nzem'thoth was unsure as to whether Loray was actually nice, though it was likely nicer than the North and this plain. Nzem'thoth set out in the direction that he believed was east and headed for Loray. It only took him a solid thirty minutes of walking to remember that Loray was actually west and so he twirled around and began heading in the correct direction. Probably."
562,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573,2014-11-18T14:49:00,Nuridia,"""He knows how I feel about my magic, it is an art and needs to be respected."" ""Although respect is something that it seems our beloved dark leader doesn't seem to have."" ""If he wants his army to get stronger he really must leave me to work in peace."" I'm giving him a piece of my mind when I arrive."" the elven woman muttered in anger as she disappeared in a plume of black and purple smoke, teleporting to the North where Centurion was stationed. On her way, she caught a glimpse of dead reanimated corpses and the god of death himself slaying them.<br/><br/>As Chantico traveled, she heard the prayers of one of her patrons, Guildmaster Galith. He has a special place in her heart out of many of her devotees, just as Queen Haneul did. She sent him strength so that his magic and heart would be strong and bright like fire. She started to cool down as she raced toward the spot that she and Inyel had created together. It was the only place in this frozen wonderland that the fire goddess could land safely, well she could land anywhere but would probably end up melting the snow. She landed perfectly in the neutral spot as the fire dissipated without melting anything. She flashed Inyel a sunny smile. ""Hey sis, did you miss me?"" she asked.<br/><br/>In Kakyuzu, Haneul was visiting the shrine temple dedicated to Chantico, their patron goddess and goddess of fire. As was custom for her land, the queen-empress wrote her prayer on a piece of papter and attached it to a thin metal stick which was tilted toward burning incense sticks so that the smoke could carry the prayer through the air. After that she took a length of red silk ribbon and went to go tie it to the world tree to bring good luck and prosperity to the empire. Meanwhile, while Empress Leticia was on patrol in Loray, she couldn't help but smile at the preparations that were going underway. In two days the Dance of the Gods would be held. It was a week long festival dedicated to all the gods with fun, games, ceremonies and the temples and palace would be decorated beautifully. Tish's favorite part was the Masquerade Ball and who hosted it varied from year to year with various kingdoms competing for the honor to host it, now it was decided by random draws and it was Loray's turn. She always threw the biggest and wildest parties, it was a time to forget your problems. Adn the drssing up, the empress very much enjoyed the dressing up, It was also a great time to talk with fellow rulers about foreign policy and to forge alliances."
563,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573,2014-11-18T14:50:00,Asterdan,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Kingdom of Orion<br/>Council of the King's</span><br/><br/>""So, we've all had the vision?"" High King Mason Ellis asked.<br/><br/>Mumbled affirmative's came from the other twelve kings, all acknowledging the rise of the Dark Ones coming near. Mason then asked what was to be done, and none of the other King's had any ideas. Mason sighed, as arguing and bickering among the Twelve Kings of Orion erupted.<br/><br/>""Enough!"" the High King ordered, ""I will personally travel into the Temple of the Shade myself and ask our Dark God what is too be done!""<br/>""Mason, don't be foolish."" King Joshua Mallice pleaded, ""Not even the Priests of Shade go into his temple, no one has even reached it!""<br/>""Then I will be the first."" Mason retorted, walking towards the the door of the council hall.<br/><br/>He refused to listen to their negative comments, so he ignored them as he left not only the Council Hall, but also the City of Ares. The High King walked until he reached the Jungle of Orion, the jungle which the Kingdom was named after. Mason knew that he would have to sneak past the Priests that inhabited the jungle, as well as the various animals that guarded the temple.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">thwish</span><br/><br/>Mason looked up towards a tree where the sound had come from. It was probably nothing, but he couldn't help but get the feeling he was being watched. If it was a priest, he would be in trouble.<br/><br/>That's when he saw the man in blue robes jumped from a tree.<br/><br/>""What are you doing?"" the man asked.<br/><br/>Mason sighed, and began to apologize. He walked towards the Priest, pushed him and ran. There would be many chasing him now, but if he could get to the heart of the jungle, the Temple of Shade, he would be safe.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Shade</span><br/><br/>Someone was nearing his temple, his priests in hot pursuit. The God of Shadows sighed, this meant that he would be dealing with a mortal directly. He walked towards the entrance, waiting for the arrival of the man. Before long, the High King of Shade's followers burst through the door.<br/><br/>""What do you need, my child?"" Shade asked.<br/>""I want to know what to do,"" Mason asked, ""I want to be able to lead my people.""<br/>""Search for the the Leaders of Pangden,"" Shade told him, ""Join with them to fight for light. Or give your aid to the Dark Centurion, and fight for darkness.""<br/><br/>Mason sighed, leaving, and Shade decided it was time to visit some of the other Gods. Before he even thought, he had stepped into a shadow and was gone, arriving in the shadow of the Ice Goddess."
564,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573,2014-11-18T15:00:00,The Starlight,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nuridia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320573&amp;p=22483474#p22483474"">wrote</a>:</cite>As Chantico traveled, she heard the prayers of one of her patrons, Guildmaster Galith. He has a special place in her heart out of many of her devotees, just as Queen Haneul did. She sent him strength so that his magic and heart would be strong and bright like fire. She started to cool down as she raced toward the spot that she and Inyel had created together. It was the only place in this frozen wonderland that the fire goddess could land safely, well she could land anywhere but would probably end up melting the snow. She landed perfectly in the neutral spot as the fire dissipated without melting anything. She flashed Inyel a sunny smile. ""Hey sis, did you miss me?"" she asked.<br/></div></blockquote><br/><br/>Inyel watched with a smile as her sister landed. ""All the time,"" she responded. ""I so very much wish that I could hug you, but we both know what that would cause. How have you been, little sister?"" she said with a teasing grin. ""And will you be able to stay along enough for this year's Starfall?"" she asked with a hopeful smile. We could design snowflakes, have hot chocolate and cookies, talk about Kakyuzu and Elnaria, and our blessed patrons, especially the queens. ""The great thing about being the ice/snow goddess is that I can have ice cream all day, however, on the negative side for me and the positive for you, I can't have s'mores.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Asterdan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320573&amp;p=22483487#p22483487"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Shade</span><br/>Mason sighed, leaving, and Shade decided it was time to visit some of the other Gods. Before he even thought, he had stepped into a shadow and was gone, arriving in the shadow of the Ice Goddess.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Sensing another arrival with her godly senses, Inyel turned gracefully in the manner only she could and greeted the arriving god, while stepping back a bit due to their close proximity, as he had arrived in her shadow. ""Greetings, Shade. What brings you to Elurith? Anything I can do for you?"" she asked, with a small smile."
565,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573,2014-11-18T15:12:00,Tomia,"Aldrean was shocked at the guild-master's words. ""What? Why?"" He asked. ""This is a message from Abrok. He wants you to find this woman and bring her to the guild. He has chosen you to carry out the mission."" Aldrean didn't know what to say. He knew arguing would be pointless. ""Well, how am I supposed to find her?"" Galith stood up, standing at his desk and pouring himself a cup of tea. ""You said she appeared to be royalty no? The Dance of the Gods will be held in Loray in a matter of days. I have no doubt you will find your mystery woman there."" ""How am I suppsoed to get in? Those parties are for royalty and nobles."" Galith looked at him, ""You have royal blood do you not?"" Aldrean frowned at that. He was a prince of Albion, though he had left his home and denounced his name long ago. He hadn't spoken to his family in years. ""You mean I have to pretend to be royalty again? This woman better be worth it."" ""Enough complaining, this is too important. You need to prepare for your journey."" Aldrean bowed his head and headed back to his home to pack, though a little grudgingly.<br/>When Anna arrived at the castle two large trolls that were members of the Centurion's gaurd escorted her to the throne room where the Centurion was waiting for her.<br/>Meanwhile Abrok was in the form of an owl, watching Empress Haneul train in her castle. He had studied her for sometime, believing her to be one of the heroes to defeat the Criterion. He needed to be sure though, and he didn't want to scare her off. He wasn't very good with communicating with mortals."
566,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573,2014-11-18T15:16:00,Asterdan,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Starlight <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320573&amp;p=22483598#p22483598"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Nuridia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320573&amp;p=22483474#p22483474"">wrote</a>:</cite>As Chantico traveled, she heard the prayers of one of her patrons, Guildmaster Galith. He has a special place in her heart out of many of her devotees, just as Queen Haneul did. She sent him strength so that his magic and heart would be strong and bright like fire. She started to cool down as she raced toward the spot that she and Inyel had created together. It was the only place in this frozen wonderland that the fire goddess could land safely, well she could land anywhere but would probably end up melting the snow. She landed perfectly in the neutral spot as the fire dissipated without melting anything. She flashed Inyel a sunny smile. ""Hey sis, did you miss me?"" she asked.<br/></div></blockquote><br/><br/>Inyel watched with a smile as her sister landed. ""All the time,"" she responded. ""I so very much wish that I could hug you, but we both know what that would cause. How have you been, little sister?"" she said with a teasing grin. ""And will you be able to stay along enough for this year's Starfall?"" she asked with a hopeful smile. We could design snowflakes, have hot chocolate and cookies, talk about Kakyuzu and Elnaria, and our blessed patrons, especially the queens. ""The great thing about being the ice/snow goddess is that I can have ice cream all day, however, on the negative side for me and the positive for you, I can't have s'mores.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Asterdan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320573&amp;p=22483487#p22483487"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Shade</span><br/>Mason sighed, leaving, and Shade decided it was time to visit some of the other Gods. Before he even thought, he had stepped into a shadow and was gone, arriving in the shadow of the Ice Goddess.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Sensing another arrival with her godly senses, Inyel turned gracefully in the manner only she could and greeted the arriving god, while stepping back a bit due to their close proximity, as he had arrived in her shadow. ""Greetings, Shade. What brings you to Elurith? Anything I can do for you?"" she asked, with a small smile.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""I figured it was time for me to come out of my isolation again."" Shade said simply, pulling his hood over his head, ""Hello, Chantico.""<br/><br/>Shade wasn't very good at social interactions, as he had been hidden in his temple in the heart of the jungle since the beginning of time. There was a short span of time where he began to interact with the world on a grand scale, but that hadn't lasted long before he returned to his isolation."
567,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573,2014-11-18T15:36:00,The Starlight,"<blockquote><div><cite>Asterdan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320573&amp;p=22483776#p22483776"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""I figured it was time for me to come out of my isolation again."" Shade said simply, pulling his hood over his head, ""Hello, Chantico.""<br/><br/>Shade wasn't very good at social interactions, as he had been hidden in his temple in the heart of the jungle since the beginning of time. There was a short span of time where he began to interact with the world on a grand scale, but that hadn't lasted long before he returned to his isolation.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Inyel nodded, understanding, in a way. Gods and Goddesses of Pangden acted strangely at times, and their powers often were influenced by their emotions. ""It is good to see you again, Shade, I hope you will visit on a more regular basis. Are you just passing by, or can I convince to join me and hopefully Chantico here in watching this year's Starfall festival/event in Elnaria?"" she asked."
568,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573,2014-11-18T15:39:00,Asterdan,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Starlight <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320573&amp;p=22484021#p22484021"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Asterdan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320573&amp;p=22483776#p22483776"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""I figured it was time for me to come out of my isolation again."" Shade said simply, pulling his hood over his head, ""Hello, Chantico.""<br/><br/>Shade wasn't very good at social interactions, as he had been hidden in his temple in the heart of the jungle since the beginning of time. There was a short span of time where he began to interact with the world on a grand scale, but that hadn't lasted long before he returned to his isolation.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Inyel nodded, understanding, in a way. Gods and Goddesses of Pangden acted strangely at times, and their powers often were influenced by their emotions. ""It is good to see you again, Shade, I hope you will visit on a more regular basis. Are you just passing by, or can I convince to join me and hopefully Chantico here in watching this year's Starfall festival/event in Elnaria?"" she asked.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""I'm just..."" Shade almost said he was just passing by, but he stopped himself. He smiled under his hood slightly, ""Actually, I'd be honored to join you both.""<br/><br/>He thought about removing his hood, but that would've been dangerous for Shade with the Fire Goddess nearby."
569,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573,2014-11-18T15:41:00,Nuridia,"Anna arrived inside the Centurion's throne room. ""Well all mighty master of darkness, I hope this is urgent."" ""I was very busy finding magic to improve<span style=""font-style: italic"">your</span>army so it would be great if your tasks can give my work a little morte respect."" Anna huffed to him. In Inyel's temple, Chantico frowned a little when Inyel called her ""little sister."" ""Hey, I'm only an hour younger than you so that doesn't count."" ""You're the same age as I am."" the fire goddess spoke and then listened to Inyel chatter excitedly about Starfall. She had only attended one, but everything was so cold even though it had been fun. The Festival de Falla, a festival dedicated to Chantico was more her game. It was celebrated during a red sky, everybody dressed in red and there were fire dancers ans spicy delicacies were served. And she had sneezed during one Starfall and melted all the snowballs. But still, it was an opportunity to have fun and be with her sister. ""Oh very well, I'll stay."" Chantico said with a small smile, rolling her eyes a little bit. ""Well I can eat hot and cold foods, although the ice cream is mostly soup by the time I get to have any."" ""I can't wait to tell you all about Haneul, she's a very great beauty you know as well as a great queen. Chantico was surprised when she felt Shade arrive in their presence. He was known to be a loner god and didn't really interact with anyone, also their relationship was a little strained as fire and darkness can't really completely exist in the same place. ""Shade, how nice to see you."" Chantico said, tossing her red hair. ""It's freezing in Elnaria, I'll have to get some winter clothes."" She snapped her fingers and suddenly she was dressed in a<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://media-cache-ec0.pinimg.com/736x/de/41/7b/de417b2ee40b95f2a16eacf20c025278.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">winter robe</a>in her favorite color, red."
570,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573,2014-11-18T15:59:00,The Starlight,"<blockquote><div><cite>Asterdan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320573&amp;p=22484065#p22484065"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I'm just..."" Shade almost said he was just passing by, but he stopped himself. He smiled under his hood slightly, ""Actually, I'd be honored to join you both.""<br/><br/>He thought about removing his hood, but that would've been dangerous for Shade with the Fire Goddess nearby.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Very well then, let us go inside. Chantico and I have created a neutral room, where both fire and snow can coexist. You should be able to add your powers of shadow to create a dark spot for yourself."" Inyel said.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Nuridia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320573&amp;p=22484087#p22484087"">wrote</a>:</cite>Chantico frowned a little when Inyel called her ""little sister."" ""Hey, I'm only an hour younger than you so that doesn't count."" ""You're the same age as I am."" the fire goddess spoke and then listened to Inyel chatter excitedly about Starfall. She had only attended one, but everything was so cold even though it had been fun. The Festival de Falla, a festival dedicated to Chantico was more her game. It was celebrated during a red sky, everybody dressed in red and there were fire dancers ans spicy delicacies were served. And she had sneezed during one Starfall and melted all the snowballs. But still, it was an opportunity to have fun and be with her sister. ""Oh very well, I'll stay."" Chantico said with a small smile, rolling her eyes a little bit. ""Well I can eat hot and cold foods, although the ice cream is mostly soup by the time I get to have any."" ""I can't wait to tell you all about Haneul, she's a very great beauty you know as well as a great queen. Chantico was surprised when she felt Shade arrive in their presence. He was known to be a loner god and didn't really interact with anyone, also their relationship was a little strained as fire and darkness can't really completely exist in the same place. ""Shade, how nice to see you."" Chantico said, tossing her red hair. ""It's freezing in Elnaria, I'll have to get some winter clothes."" She snapped her fingers and suddenly she was dressed in a <a class=""postlink"" href=""http://media-cache-ec0.pinimg.com/736x/de/41/7b/de417b2ee40b95f2a16eacf20c025278.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">winter robe</a> in her favorite color, red.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""An hour is an hour, sis, no matter what you say. And I too have heard great things about Haneul, she seems worthy of your patronizing, the same way I feel about Elyrith. We'll talk more in the neutral room, you won't be so cold there, hopefully. About food, I've got all kinds of cookies inside. I don't seem to like chocolate chip cookies, maybe it's because the chips melt, but I have warm-hot apple cider, hot chocolate (which I can drink because it's a winter drink), coffee, shortbread cookies, gingerbread cookies, snickerdoodles, molasses cookies, oatmeal raisin cookies, basically all of them. Then later, we can go down the mountain to Tirinth, so we can watch the festival, live, and participate a bit, and before you all get cold, we can go back up here. C'mon!"" Inyel said excitedly."
571,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573,2014-11-18T16:06:00,Asterdan,"Shade couldn't help but smiling a tiny bit, which was the equivalent of rolling on the floor laughing for others. Inyel's pure excitement was a pleasant change to the darkness and dreariness of his temple. The God of Shadows remembered the last time he tried this sort of thing, and his other two aspects got out of control: The Jungles and Fear.<br/><br/>Shade nodded in agreement and followed the two young Goddesses, compared to him anyway, up to the neutral room, where he would add the darkness of shadows."
572,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573,2014-11-18T16:11:00,Krugmar,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Nzem'thoth, <span style=""font-style: italic"">the Solitaire</span><br/>Completely and utterly lost</span><br/><br/>Nzem'thoth had been walking for hours and had still reached nowhere, the area around him was still an empty plain of nothingness. There was no fun to be had, no mischief to spring upon others and no poor soul to mercilessly gut. Where was he? Why was he here? Where would he go? What would he do next? Which way was West? Where was-<br/><br/>""Will you shut up you insufferable fool?"" growled Thoth, angry by Nzem's constant questioning and screeching.<br/><br/>""How rude! No wonder you have no friends, you are very depressive lately"" screamed Nzem, laughing needlessly after finishing the word depressive as if it had been some great joke.<br/><br/>""Stupid people like you make me angry, why is there nothing to kill around here?"" shouted Thoth, becoming increasingly angry with an urge to take out his feelings.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""You two are going to send me mad, I think I shall find others more sensible to talk to""</span>said the voice, slowly drifting off with every word until the 'to' was truly an ineligible whisper. The Whisperer could feel several gods meeting and wanted to try his luck in talking to them. His presence hit a mental barrier, too strong for his weakened state. He shouted death threats towards the barrier, tried bribing it with the air around it and sobbed for what seemed like hours, in several seconds. Realising he would not get through he departed quickly back to the safety of his mask, this overexertion having weakened him greatly.<br/><br/>""Look what you've done, he is mad now"" said Thoth, fearing potential retribution from his master.<br/><br/>""It wasn't me, honest!"" screamed Nzem, taking control of the body during Thoth's fearful state and turning it in a direction he believed was west. Perhaps now he could stop walking in circles due to Thoth's interference."
573,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573,2014-11-18T16:21:00,Tomia,"The Centurion have an amused smile at Anna under his mask, though she couldn't see it. He always found her rants amusing, which is why he allied her to speak to him that way. However, if she disobeyed he would deal with her harshly. Since she was obedient he didn't mind though. ""Well, it's nice to see you as well Anna."" The dark figure said. ""Peace my dear, I know you are busy but we have important matters to attend to. His lord Kyzar has spoken to me. He has told me of some magic that will allow him to enter the physical world."" He handed her a large ancient looking book of tomes. ""He gave me this. Apparently we will need to open appeal to the otherworld. It will require the blood of heroes, but let me worry about. I need you to figure out how to create the portal. You're my most talented mage. Can you handle it?"""
574,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573,2014-11-18T16:51:00,Nuridia,"""Oh, I love cookies."" ""I can make spicy snickerdoodles that'll melt your socks off."" Chantico said as she followed Inyel and Shade into the neutral room. Apparently this will be fun after all. Meanwhile, Anna heard the Centurion speak and was actually a little excited. ""Finally, something worthy of my talents."" ""No worries boss, I'll create your little portal for you and we will both have our vengeance upon this occursed world."" ""I will take my rightful throne and we can see the rest of the world burn to ashes."" She gave that high witch-like cackle that she oten did when she was happy about something. ""I'll need to do some research, which means I'll have to travel."" ""Getting your hands on tomes like these isn't easy."" Anna said befoe vanishing in a cloud of silvery smoke.<br/><br/>In Loray, Leticia smiled as they rode among the common people and the small children. When she got back to the palace she wold be sending out invitations to all the rulers of Pangden to attend the festival. ""Empress, can I have a ride on your horse?!"" ""Please?!"" a small girl with curly blonde hair like hers asked excitedly. The empress looked down at the child who was with her mother and father. ""I don't see why not, if it's okay with your parents."" the empress said, looking at the child with kind eyes. Her surprised parents bowed their heads and declared it an honor. Tish placed the child in front of her on her saddle and rode through the decorated streets a bit. Despite her happiness, she felt a bit of a pang in her heart as she took in the sights. The Dance of the Gods was a festival that both she and Anna loved. They would get ready together and go to the parties together, and at the masked ball they would often dress up as the twin goddesses Inyel and Chantico. Now that she was gone, the festival wouldn't be the same. Nothing would be the same until a cure was found for that spell. The empress had been searching but couldn';t find the spell that made Anna like this. As she thought about it she got a distracted look in her eyes and they clouded over a bit with sadness.<br/><br/>In another, larger empire, Haneul had finished her prayers and was heading to the palace to finish up her day's work. No doubt she was looking forward to the invitation that Empress Leticia would be sending out to all the rulers of the world so that they could attend the Dance of the Gods. But Haneul felt something, a strange presence she couldn't put her finger on. The wind ruffled her hanbok as she walked back to the palace, still wondering."
575,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573,2014-11-18T18:04:00,Tomia,"""Very good, you are a faithful servant Anna. You will have your revenge, and so shall I."" He told her before she teleported away. He was making his plans to destroy the heroes guild once for all. They would burn for betraying him, and he wouldn't let Abrok stand in his way.<br/>In the guild, Aldrean was preparing to travel to Loray. He wasn't exactly looking forward to the trip. It would most likely be a bunch of snooty nobles partying. He had left that life for a reason 9 years ago. He doubted that he would be able to convince whoever he was looking for to give up her life to fight monsters and probably get killed in the process. The trip would take a while too, he doubted it would be worth it.<br/>Meanwhile Abrok was still in Kakyuzu in owl form. He was still watching Haneul as he followed her from tree to tree. He knew she was a favorite of Chantico but he still wasn't sure if she was a hero. Unfortunately he believed he would have to speak to her to discover the truth. He doubted that would go well. He hooted softly in a tree as he thought about how to approach her."
576,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573,2014-11-18T18:46:00,New Cinoth,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Alyah Eshe - Camir</span><br/>Alyah rolled out of bed and gazed out at the predawn city.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Another day, another chance to do better.</span>She quietly trotted out of her room and glance din to make sure her adopted father was still in bed. He was, as usual, which made Alyah smile softly as she quickly scampered down the stairs from their rooms to the ground level which was the shop. Marshall's General store, the rinky little shop her father had set up after he one day decided it was time to ""Stop living the life of crooked men and become a legitimate business man."" He never looked back but Alyah had little relapse into their more shady past. She stopped by the counter to grab her crossbow. It was an old and partially rotted wooden thing but she loved it. It would have certainly fallen apart if someone as dedicated to it's maintenance as her wasn't looking after it. The young elf girl slid it over her shoulder and stepped out onto the sodden and filth ridden streets of the so called ""Vagrant's Quarter"" it was the place that those at the bottom of the food chain lived, while still being nicer than some other areas., especially since it was by the docks.<br/><br/>Alyah headed to the coastline, with a joyful spring in her step. When she got to the rundown and unused docks she carefully climb out across the pier, her elven senses helping her know which areas were safe. When she arrived at the end she calmly sat down and loaded the crossbow, nocking a bolt and waiting for the telltale sign of the large fish that would be serving as her breakfast. A twang sounded and the water darkened, breakfast was caught. Alyah pulled the nearly cat sized fish from the water. ""You're gonna be my big, juicy breakfast."" She calmly placed her crossbow on her back and carried the dead thing home to surprise her father.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ergon Valine- Camir</span><br/>Ergon sat on the luxurious throne, covered in fine furs. He had been up all night with the representative of the merchant's guild, milking the portly man of as much money as he could. It wasn't as if he needed the money financially, he was set for thousands, maybe even a hundred thousand opulent lives. But Ergon simply wanted more. He wouldn't stop until it was all his, land, titles, power, servants, everything in the city was his and he made certain everyone knew it. A courier opened the doors tentatively ""M-my lord?"" Ergon waved him in, ""Speak. It had better be interesting."" The courier nodded, ""Remember that incident about ice in July.... Well we found the one responsible.' Ergon bolted upright, his attention fully fixed on the courier. ""It's a young elf girl. Her father runs a general store and they do pretty well.... for a group of nobodies."" Ergon stroked the black stubble on his chin, ""I see. Perhaps we could convince them to join my court. Someone with that kind of magical potential would be quite useful. Go on ahead and alert the guards. I'll be taking a little walk."""
577,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573,2014-11-18T19:30:00,Nuridia,"Haneul arrived back at the old but beautiful and opulent Himeji Palace when she heard a soft hoot come up from behind her. She turned and saw an owl hooting in the trees, she studied the creature with her sharp black eyes. ""Hello little one, you've been following me all this time eh?"" ""Well then you're either a demon sent after me or my guardian angel."" Haneul smiled at the bird before going back inside her palace.<br/><br/>In Loray, Leticia had returned the child to her parents and also finished her patrol for the day. After quite a lengthy meeting with the soldiers and mages, she was officially done with her State duties for that day, or at least until something comes up. The empress always rose before the sun so that she could finish early. And important matters always took quite a bit of time and had to be handled. When she finally rrived at her palace, her first thoughts went to how to break Anna's spell but then she realized she had to send out invitations to the festival first. It was two and a half days away and people needed time to get there. She went inside and sat at her desk, calling for the list of all Pangden rulers that were either neutral or allies, everyone who wasn't an enemy. ""Okay then, this is going to be the party of the year and all the monarchs fight for spots."" ""I can't leave anyone out, it will be a political faux pas."" he Empress said, her thick Loray accent(German basically) becoming more pronounced. Her Secretary of State as well as chief bodyguard, Hans Lithile was a tall muscular, half Orc and half Elf soldier. He was intelligent and loyal, and to Leticia that was all that mattered. As she went over the list, the empress had reactions to some of the names.<br/><br/>""Queen Haneul, she's been a friend of the Empire for a while."" ""I'll probably make her an honor guest."" ""Also Queen Elyrith of Elnaria, we have to make up for not being able to attend this year's Starfall."" the blonde said, checking off the list. Hans pointed out a few more names on the list. ""How about the royal family of Albion my lady?"" he asked. ""Of course, they will definitely get an invitation."" ""Albion and Loray have been firm allies all this time."" ""Also the king of Mawlay is coming too."" ""Pen'daii and Ozakaria are at war right now so I don't know if I should invite either of them."" ""It would be disastrous, but it'll be even worse if I didn't invite either one."" ""Gandera's on the list as well and then..."" Both Leticia and Hans sighed at the last name. Ergon Valine, the notoriously amoral and ravenously greedy King of Camil. ""Well he loots his own people, we don't want him looting us."" ""We do not want to make an enemy of this kingdom, if we don't invite Ergon we may assuredly have war."" the empress said. ""Must we invite him?"" Hans asked. Leticia sighed. ""Unfortunately yes, it'll be a political disaster if we don't."" ""We definitely have to bring Orion, they worship Shade and we have to keep them from aiding the Dark Ones at all costs."" ""Hey, Pen'daii and Ozakaria are at war so they probably can't make it anyways."" ""It'll be great if they couldn't, but one must send the invites anyway."" ""I will make a condition that warring parties must be neutral to each other for the festival and not drag this country into war of the invite is revoked."" eticia started writing the invites, after using a copying spell to make all the copies she needed, she gave them to her courtiers to hand out to the Pangden rulers. She then read over a letter from Qwen, oh great. Another potential war she had to worry about.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Allies of Loray and Neutral Ruling Parties of Pangden,<br/>As you all know, the annual Festival of the Gods is coming up very soon and according to last year's drawing, our empire has the honor and joy of hosting the festivities as well as the all-celebrated Masquerade and Costume Ball which will be held on the seventh and final day of the clbration. This is a week dedicated to worshipping the gods that bring good fortune to all our lives, honoring them and just an occasion to have fun. Also, it is a time for Loray and her friends to come together and discuss potential alliances, foreign policy, ruling, and to exchange ideas. Most of all however, it is a fun festival that is about the triumph of the Light over the Dark and honoring all the gods of the light. To avoid political suicide and because friendships are important to me, I have invited every nation that is either an ally of Loray or at least not an enemy so disagreements can be squashed. I can't help but worry however that some of you are at war with other nations. Loray will not become a battleground, I must insit that whoever has a war going on amongst themselves that they either be civil to us and to each other by agreeing to a temporary ceasefire for the duration of the parties, or that you decline the invitation. I am like any other monarch and do not wish my people to be dragged into someone's war when we have done nothing, they're expensive and bloody businesses and I've dedicated my entire reign to avoiding them. Especially when most of us have a looming common enemy to worry about. I really hope however that you all can make it, it will be good to see and talk to the other crowned heads of this nation and have a fun and profitable week.<br/><br/>Leticia Elena Valen I, Empress and Autocrat of the Loray Empire.</span>"
578,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573,2014-11-18T20:00:00,Tomia,"King Darius Tiberin XI of Albion soon received the letter from Loray, inviting him and his family inviting them to the Festival of the Gods. He soon wrote back, thanking the empress for the invitation and accepting it. He then told his famiy and began to prepare for the journey.<br/>Abrok merely hooted back at Haneul when she spoke to him, returning her stare with his soft green eyes. When she went inside her palace, the owl flew off towards the ground and once he found a hidden spot he returned to his human form. Abrok appeared as a young man in his late 20's with long brown hair and a short beard. His green eyes stayed consistent, but had a weariness to them, as if they had seen enough suffering for a thousand life times. He made his way toward the front of the palace, seeking entry to speak to the empress."
579,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=25,2014-11-18T20:02:00,New Roman Empire,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Tiberius Eldan &amp;<br/>Sarlvari </span><br/><br/>Tiberius had been climbing the mountain for five days now. He had found the first marker to the fortress two days ago and was now close, but he didn't know how close he was to it. he had brought all the Templars he knew and that was about 15 men. They had all agreed to brave the dangers that lurked in these mountains if it meant finding the old Templar stronghold with long lost knowledge. The Templars were once a force feared by many for their abilities and their weapons said to be handed to them by the gods. When in truth a god only gave them the knowledge on how to make such a weapon. Tiberius looked up and saw the gate to the fortress only feet away from where they currently were and yelled back, ""We have found it at last!"" Tiberius waited fro the rest to join him then he cut his hand and placed it on the gate which the lock then opened and the doors slowly opened revealing the fortress.<br/><br/>They were confused, as it looked like people have been here recently. But they know that's impossible, then a man slowly walks down the steps of the main hall and stops at the courtyard. ""Welcome Templars, it has been a great many years since mortals have inhabited these halls. I am Sarlvari, God of Justice and Righteousness and your patron gods. But I only see 15 of you, where are the other Templars that left?"" Asked Sarlvari which it was obvious that he had been no keeping up on events in history. So Tiberius and the Templars bowed to him and then started to tell him of the event. Sarlvari was shocked to hear the news but smiled after a few moments. ""But it is not all lost, the Templars can be rebuilt and you Tiberius shall be the grandmaster, my chosen to lead the order. But first we must forge you all true Templar weapons that will react to your personality and give them a special power."" Informed Salvari as he smiled and lead the group into the keep as the main gate shut behind them."
580,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=25,2014-11-18T21:15:00,The Starlight,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nuridia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320573&amp;p=22486905#p22486905"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-style: italic"">Allies of Loray and Neutral Ruling Parties of Pangden,<br/>As you all know, the annual Festival of the Gods is coming up very soon and according to last year's drawing, our empire has the honor and joy of hosting the festivities as well as the all-celebrated Masquerade and Costume Ball which will be held on the seventh and final day of the clbration. This is a week dedicated to worshipping the gods that bring good fortune to all our lives, honoring them and just an occasion to have fun. Also, it is a time for Loray and her friends to come together and discuss potential alliances, foreign policy, ruling, and to exchange ideas. Most of all however, it is a fun festival that is about the triumph of the Light over the Dark and honoring all the gods of the light. To avoid political suicide and because friendships are important to me, I have invited every nation that is either an ally of Loray or at least not an enemy so disagreements can be squashed. I can't help but worry however that some of you are at war with other nations. Loray will not become a battleground, I must insit that whoever has a war going on amongst themselves that they either be civil to us and to each other by agreeing to a temporary ceasefire for the duration of the parties, or that you decline the invitation. I am like any other monarch and do not wish my people to be dragged into someone's war when we have done nothing, they're expensive and bloody businesses and I've dedicated my entire reign to avoiding them. Especially when most of us have a looming common enemy to worry about. I really hope however that you all can make it, it will be good to see and talk to the other crowned heads of this nation and have a fun and profitable week.<br/><br/>Leticia Elena Valen I, Empress and Autocrat of the Loray Empire.</span></div></blockquote><br/><br/>Elyrith read the letter and quickly composed a response.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">To Empress Leticia Elena Valen I of Loray,<br/><br/>We thank you for your invitation, and we accept. It is vital for the free and willing peoples of Pangden to join together to fight the darkness. As you know, our annual Starfall will begin just after I complete this letter, and so I shall come immediately after the event's ending. Due to that, I warn that I may be slightly late, but Elnaria will come. Thank you.<br/><br/>Elyrith Tarembor, Queen of Elnaria.</span><br/><br/>Elyrith walked out onto a podium, where the population of the city and the kingdom of Elnaria had gathered. ""My fellow elves! Let the Starfall begin! Let us sing praises to our beloved Inyel, and await the renewal of the Moon Crystals!"" Raising up her hands, Elyrith smiled as the people roared, ready for the event they had been planning for months, rehearsing, practicing, doing every single act over and over again, for this one moment. Starfall, had officially begun."
581,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=25,2014-11-18T21:39:00,Nuridia,"""I'm sorry sir, but who might you be?"" ""You don't look like you're from anywhere around these parts."" the first god said to Abrok. A second guard came out. ""What is this?"" he asked. The first guard turned to him. ""This man says that he wishes to see Empress Haneul."" the guard answered, twirling his long silky mustache. ""The empress is very busy right now, but I will get somebody to inform her of your arrival."" ""But until then, it's only proper that you give us some form of identification."" the second guard told the god, unaware that he even was a god as the red plume on the guard's helmet blew in the breeze. Chantico was in the neutral room where she could see the crowd. ""The people love you Inyel."" the fire goddess told her twin.<br/><br/>Leticia got the letters back from Albion and Elnaria, and wrote each of the kingdoms a shorter, more personal note to thank them for coming. Since there were not tons of letters and they were smaller, they could easily be sent by raven. ""I wonder what I'm going to wear during the festivals, I have some tiaras that I got when I was still Princess Leticia."" the empress said. Just then, a tall, willowy man who was obviously elven walked into the room wearing golden scale armor over a black suit. He twirled a long staff in his hand and exhuded arrogance from his very being. He was very handsome, with olive skin and chizeled features which included long black hair that spilled down his back like a waterfall, as well as sharp golden-green eyes. The empress sighed at the sight of him. ""What is it Baelfir?"" she asked with a hint of annoyance in her voice. Baelfir Celladon was her Secretary of Defense, she had known him in childhood and he was very cunning and intelligent. Loyal in his own way, but also cocky, arrogant, insatiable with no tact and had an unsatisfiable lust for women. Human, elf, orc, dwarf, even goddesses and half breeds. From princesses and empresses to priestesses and peasant girls, his appetite knew no bounds. It was no secret he had a thing for the beautiful and still single empress although she had rebuffed him. 'Well my empress, I've just come to announce that from what sources say in the north that your sister Anna is on the move again."" ""She's searching for mage libraries, to create some sort of spell."" His arrogant smirk grew wider. ""The ball is coming up for the festival, I wonder what you'll wear Tish."" ""I'm sure whatever it is it'll be absolutely delicious."" he said with that sibilant voice of his. ""This is the man assigned to protect me."" Tish sighed.""Your arrogance knows no bounds."" Leticia reprimanded him. ""And neither does your beauty."" he countered back. Leticia rolled her eyes. ""Enough, I wish to know about Anna's movements."" ""Maybe we can catch and hold her long enough to break the spell on her."" Leticia said, some hope glinting in the back of her eyes."
582,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=25,2014-11-18T22:10:00,Tomia,"Abrok looked at the two men, deciding it would be best to play along. He could use his powers but he figured that would get on the wrong foot. ""My name is Elijah. I have urgent business with the empress. Tell her 'hoot hoot'"" He said, making a perfect imitation of an owl. He wondered if she would get his message."
583,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=25,2014-11-18T22:45:00,Alderann,"In the mountains of Loray, in a cave near the peak sat one of the last temples dedicated to Thold. Although no worshippers had visited the temple in a very long time.<br/><br/>The god Thold had almost been forgotten entirely by the kingdoms of men. But it wasn't always like this, there was a time when the temples of Thold was full. Back when war and plague gripped the land.<br/><br/>But times were not as dark and uncertain anymore. But a new darkness was forming and Thold had felt the vibrations from it.<br/><br/>Thold stood outside of the temple underneath the night sky. It was a cold night and snow was falling. The wind blew and moved Thold's cape.<br/><br/>As he stood there he felt a connection that moved through the air. This feeling he hadn't felt in along fine, it was the feeling of someone who needed protection.<br/><br/>Thold acted on the feeling and in a flash of light moved through the sky and following the feeling found himself on a balcony at b palace.<br/><br/>In the dark he saw a woman sleeping in her bed. Thold already knew the woman's name, Leticia. Standing over her he couldn't shake the connection he felt. Seeing that Leticia was sleeping be decided to enter her dreams.<br/><br/>Thold created a dream for Leticia, one where she was in a field of flowers surrounded by all of nature beauty. And in the middle of the field stood Leticia.<br/><br/>Thold entered the dream in his usual form, that of a man of the age of 27. With well kept short brown hair and clean shaven, and ice blue eyes. Wearing shining silver armor.<br/><br/>In the dream Thold walked across the field and closer to Leticia. Once he was standing in front of her Thold caressed her cheek and whispered her name. "" Leticia""<br/><br/>With that Thold ended the dream so that Leticia could wake up. And before anyone noticed in a flash he was back at the mountain."
584,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=25,2014-11-19T03:49:00,Masimino,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ozakaria, High Chief Lokhtar Dokh</span><br/><br/>It's been years since the Dark Ones came and caused destruction in the land. He was the 3rd High Chief of the only permanent kingdom of the Orcs, but he was also a rival for Pen'daii, another prominent kingdom of Orcs but was nomadic, meaning it's no kingdom to Lokhtar. He was preparing for a war against Pen'daii, taking advantage of the fact that most Orcs there are autonomous from the Tarlook, or Chief of the Orcs of the south.He will wait longer for the time to strike, to unify the Orcs once and for all, bringing them into the banner of ""The Strongest one"" in the orcs land.<br/><br/>Lokhtar woke up to the sound of daily training of his soldiers, doing drills or practicing their moves, sharpening their weapons or helmets or armor. He was glad to see progress in his army, a well trained one in fact with one of the best armor and weapons the Orcs can ever make. He walked around his small kingdom, seeing the young kids playing, or the soldiers patrolling the streets, or parent's doing their jobs or hobbies. Crime is barely a problem in Ozakaria, since most are loyal to the High Chief, following Lokhtar's every orders till the last man.<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">All</span></span>of the people know war and battle, all of them were trained in war and have experienced actual battle, maybe not the young, but yes, Orcs know battle and love it.<br/><br/>Lokhtar then went back to his home, where he wrote letters to the major kingdoms, asking for support.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">From High Chief Lokhtar Dokh, King of Ozakaria<br/>I am humbly asking for support against Pen'daii, the southern kingdom of Orcs. My people have felt war, felt the terror of the Dark Ones and the Shamans predict they will return. For my people to be ready, we MUST be united under one ruler. The Southern Orcs are too stubborn to listen to reason, only following ""The Strongest One"". If you help now, where i need it, I will help you, when you need it. Consider the proposal.</blockquote><br/><br/>He then gave it to messengers, where they will send it to Kakyuzu, Albion, Gandera, Elnaria and Loray."
585,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=25,2014-11-19T06:39:00,Nuridia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Alderann <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320573&amp;p=22488731#p22488731"">wrote</a>:</cite>In the mountains of Loray, in a cave near the peak sat one of the last temples dedicated to Thold. Although no worshippers had visited the temple in a very long time.<br/><br/> The god Thold had almost been forgotten entirely by the kingdoms of men. But it wasn't always like this, there was a time when the temples of Thold was full. Back when war and plague gripped the land. <br/><br/>But times were not as dark and uncertain anymore. But a new darkness was forming and Thold had felt the vibrations from it. <br/><br/> Thold stood outside of the temple underneath the night sky. It was a cold night and snow was falling. The wind blew and moved Thold's cape. <br/><br/>As he stood there he felt a connection that moved through the air. This feeling he hadn't felt in along fine, it was the feeling of someone who needed protection. <br/><br/> Thold acted on the feeling and in a flash of light moved through the sky and following the feeling found himself on a balcony at b palace.<br/><br/> In the dark he saw a woman sleeping in her bed. Thold already knew the woman's name, Leticia. Standing over her he couldn't shake the connection he felt. Seeing that Leticia was sleeping be decided to enter her dreams.<br/><br/> Thold created a dream for Leticia, one where she was in a field of flowers surrounded by all of nature beauty. And in the middle of the field stood Leticia. <br/><br/> Thold entered the dream in his usual form, that of a man of the age of 27. With well kept short brown hair and clean shaven, and ice blue eyes. Wearing shining silver armor.<br/><br/> In the dream Thold walked across the field and closer to Leticia. Once he was standing in front of her Thold caressed her cheek and whispered her name. "" Leticia""<br/><br/> With that Thold ended the dream so that Leticia could wake up. And before anyone noticed in a flash he was back at the mountain.</div></blockquote><br/>As she was reading a letter from the orc kingdom of Ozakaria, Empress Leticia suddenly felt herself fallling asleep at her desk for some unexplicable reason. She had the weirdest dream, she was surrounded by beautiful flowers in a peaceful field and then all of a sudden an extremely handsome warrior walked up to her and caressed her cheek, calling her name. She couldn't move or speak, it was as if she was held in place and some strange calm washed over her as the scene slowly started to fade away. ""Tish, wake up!"" Commander Celladon hissed, shaking her shoulders gently. Leticia's eyes snapped open and she looked around her office. ""What was that?"" the empress muttered, still holding official letters in her hand.<br/><br/>In Kakyuzu, the guards looked at Abrok strangely as if he had gone mad. What did the owl hoots mean, was he some sort of spy? Anyway, a guard went and delivered the message to Empress Haneul. She was surprised at first, but then remembered him as the owl who had followed her. The man must've been a shifter of some sort, they existed but were a rare race. ""Alright, bring him in to me."" ""I will here what he has to say."" she said, sitting back on her throne. Standing beside her throne was one of Haneul's sisters,<a class=""postlink"" href=""https://www.google.com/url?sa=i&amp;rct=j&amp;q=&amp;esrc=s&amp;source=images&amp;cd=&amp;cad=rja&amp;uact=8&amp;ved=0CAQQjBw&amp;url=http%3A%2F%2F38.media.tumblr.com%2F982f6989c4d19d8abf207ed979d7d4cc%2Ftumblr_mt8lz5u6Hm1sgponvo1_500.jpg&amp;ei=DJ1sVLeJLIWoNpDmgxg&amp;bvm=bv.80120444,d.eXY&amp;psig=AFQjCNH0UKU_PH9WrH1pbNTlDB8RK_llzA&amp;ust=1416490418432344"" rel=""nofollow"">Princess Akaru-sa</a>, standing with her husband General Taishou and their newborn child in her arms. The guard looked up. ""Are you sure majesty, he seems like he has the crazies."" the dark haired man spoke. ""Just bring him in please."" Haneul said. The guard bowed and went out to Abrok. ""The empress will see you now."" he spoke."
586,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=25,2014-11-19T07:04:00,Alderann,"Back in the mountains Thold stayed in the temple ruins in meditation. But he could not shake the connection he had with Leticia.<br/><br/>The connection was the strongest that he had ever felt. And up on that mountain he made a vow that as the god of protection be would guard her and protect her.<br/><br/>Thold thoughts drifted to get beauty and what he felt. Even tho no one prayed to him anymore he felt that Leticia needed him and he needed Leticia.<br/><br/>Closing his eyes he could see Leticia in the palace gardens. He decided that he would send her a gift. Holding his hands out in front of him he created a flower and it's petals was made of emeralds and the center was a diamond.<br/><br/>Even tho the flower was made of precious jewels, it felt and weighed like a real flower. And it gave the sent of jasmine.<br/><br/>"" this will be the perfect gift for my love.""<br/><br/>holding the flower out in front of him he blew on it to send it flying on the wind to Leticia. He also whispered ""Leticia"" his voice would be carried on the wind so she could hear."
587,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=25,2014-11-19T07:52:00,New Roman Empire,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Tiberius Eldan &amp;<br/>Sarlvari</span><br/><br/>The Fifteen Templars all had joined in the great hall. There sat a throne with the mark of the grandmaster on the back. A grandmaster had not been chosen for at least a hundred years as this place had been lost to them. Each templar was given weapons and armor that lived up to the old legends. ""Now, Loray is hosting the festival of the gods in their capital. I believe that it would be a good idea to inform them that the Templars have reformed our order and found the lost stronghold. I also believe that the Eternal Flame should be opened and allow Templar's the knowledge of coming here. This will also seek out potential recruits,"" informed Sarlvari as he allowed the templars to look around the great hall.<br/><br/>""Ok, well two of you will come to Loray with me and surprise the nations. The rest, look around the fortress and knowbyour way around. Also bring the potential recruits here once you locate them. Now Sarlvari, I assume you have a means of getting to the festival in time?"" Asked Tiberius as he sat down on the throne. Tiberius choose a sword and shield for his weapons. The sword grew blue flames that drained magic users and burned people at the same time. While his shield could stand the hottest heat or flame. Sarlvari nodded and handed him a stone. It was a hereafter stone another lost knowledge of the templars. They could transport a user to any capital in the known world. He took it and selected his two helpers to come with him. Then he opened a portal with the stone and sent them to Poray's capital city. The group was nlinddd after they came out of the portal. ""Let's go see the queen."" Informed Tiberius as they started to walk towards the castle."
588,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=25,2014-11-19T08:17:00,Nuridia,"Anna had returned to Mawlay, broken into their maic library and was poring over books and scrolls. In Loray Leticia stood up, brushing off the beaded and lacy white gown she wore. ""Alright, well I don't know how I'm going to be able to respond to these letters."" ""I don't want the empire to be seen as indifferent or untrustworthy but at the same time if we declare war on an innocent nation with people who aren't official allies, then we'll be seen as tyrants not to mention making new enemies."" ""Well if the chief of Ozakaria decides to come to the ball then we'll have to discuss it, I know Pen'daii would never show up."" the empress said. She felt some odd pull all of a sudden. Directing her to the palace gardens, like a soft tug on her soul. Something or somebody was connecting with her. ""Is there something in the air today, what's wrong with me?"" the empress mused. She couldn't ignore the pull, it was too strong. ""I'll be in the gardens, I have to go and check something out."" Leticia donned a fur lined cloak and gives and headed to the gardens with two of her ladies.<br/><br/>There was this sudden light breeze that seemed to whisper her name, giving her shivers and then an object descended softly towar her floating from the sky. Leticia caught it in her hand and was amazed to behold it. It was a flower, but no ordinary flower. This one was actually made of jewels, emeralds and diamonds that glittered in the light. ""What is that thing my lady?"" one of the ladies asked. Leticia held it up to the light, it was beautiful and the empress' love for jewels was well known but the manner just seemed odd to her. Yet she wasn't frightened. ""It's some sort of flower made of gems yet it has the scent of a real jasmine."" ""But how can that be, gems are too heavy to be picked up by the air like that."" ""Jewels would've falled hard to the ground, not be carried softly by the breeze.""<br/><br/>""Maybe they're fake?"" a redhead lady suggested. ""No these are real."" ""I'm a bit of a gemologist."" ""It's the most beautiful thing I've ever gotten, but how?"" ""And the wind seem to whisper to me."" the empress mused. ""Maybe some god out there has taken a fancy to you, majesty."" a brunette lady suggested with a coy smile. ""How can that be, I haven't been around any gods."" Leticia whispered in awe until a servant ran up to her. ""Majesty, some people are at the palace gates wearing templar uniforms."" ""It seems they want an audience with you."" the lady bowed. Leticia sat down in a gazebo by a fountain on a raised platform where there were other seats and tables, asjusting her tiara. ""The Templars?"" ""Maybe they can help us with the Dark Ones, send them here."" she said. The servant went out to meet Tiberius and his men. ""The empress wishes to see you in the palace gardens."" the young maid told the templars."
589,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=25,2014-11-19T08:23:00,Tomia,"Abrok didn't seem to notice the guards confused looks. He was all too used to humans not understanding him. He followed them into the hall and entered the empress' throne room. He didn't bow to the empress like was expected. He never understood that ritual anyway. ""It's nice to finally meet you empress."" The dark haired man said simply. ""I'm sorry for the confusion I may have caused. Humans rarely get my jokes, though the elves are even worse."" He said casually. ""If you're wondering why I'm here, it's because there is something you need to know. It's quite important to. It will likely help decide whether or not this land continues to exist."""
590,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=25,2014-11-19T08:45:00,The Armed Republic of Dutch Coolness,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Marvyre Emberfury<br/>Ruins of Eagleview Fortress, Northern border of the Loray Empire<br/></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""You are mad!""</span><br/><br/>""Why, yes, I am mad. You bashed my accomplice's' head!"" Marvyre spoke, before giving a chuckle. The warlock brushed her raven hair out of her eyes, and looked at the wounded knight that lay before her, in some corner in the ruins of the once mighty Fortress that now housed her, and her followers. She looked to her right hand side, where a young woman clad in dark robes stood, rubbing her hands together in a rather cliche manner. Marvyre had taken somewhat of a liking to the girl, as she too had been an apprentice in Loray who, like her, had pursued some... less popular tomes and works. The girl had a blood coming from a head wound, staining her blonde hair.<br/><br/>""Well, sir knight... We have a little problem. As you can see, you injured one of my apprentices... But have no fear! I have just the way you can repay me,<span style=""font-style: italic"">and</span>my apprentice here! Come, sit do- wait, you're already sitting down.. Hmm..""<br/><br/>Marvyre leaned down in front of the knight, and pulled her dagger. The knight tried to crouch backwards, but only met solid stone, and started whimpering as the blade appeared to be<span style=""font-style: italic"">whispering</span>to him.<br/><br/>""Now, I need blood for my experiments.. Come, don't be afraid, little knight. Hush!"" She grabbed the knight's arm, and pulled the armor protecting it from it in one motion. ""Now, then... I need you to do a thing for me..."" The dagger bit the man's flesh, and blood spurted from the deep wound.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Scream.""</span><br/><br/>An hour later, the man had died an agonizing death. Marvyre gave the dead body a pat on the shoulder, and stood up, taking several flasks of the man's blood with her, carefully tucking them away in a pouch. She walked down a set of crumbled stairs, her apprentice following her. In front of them stood a small group made up of mages, madmen, and several undead, along with a group of fierce-looking horses, black as night with glowing, red eyes. ""The horses are ready, then?"" the dark mage inquired. One of the undead, a particularly large wight clad in dark armour bowed. ""Yes, mistress."" Marvyre gave a nod, and motioned for the wight to rise - it obeyed instantly - before jumping on top of her horse. The others followed suit. ""Then let us ride, brothers and sisters!"" She wheeled and spurred her steed. ""Southwards!""<br/><br/>The group left the ruins of Eagleview Fortress, leaving nothing but crumbled stone and the dead behind as they rode southwards, towards the Empire's heartlands."
591,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=25,2014-11-19T09:13:00,Nuridia,"""Well, I will hear what you have to say sir if it has anything to do with this land."" ""What's this important thing you went through all this trouble just to tell me?"" Haneul asked. Meanwhile, as Leticia was waiting for Tiberius to arrive a mage raced into the gardens. ""My lady, I was doing my rounds in the Heartlands and I saw something awful!"" the woman shouted, her dyed blue hair falling over here eyes. ""Well what is it?"" ""If it threatens national scurity, out with it."" Leticia said, up and at attention. ""A woman, some dark mage no doubt."" ""She had knights with her, they looked ot be possessed!"" ""And piercing red eyes on the horses, dark magic just oozed off of them!"" ""They're headed for the Heartlands."" the mage sputtered. Leticia sprang to her feet. ""Put the people on high alert, have the Archnage and his senior colleagues start their barrier spell to protect the capital."" ""Send a company of fifty to the Haeartlands to investigate this matter and if they attack, apprehend them."" ""If you have a problem notify me as soon as possible and I will come out myself to back them up."" Leticia said to her chief soldier-mage. He bowed his head and rushed to send the company out while getting his squire to go and get the Archmage."
592,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=25,2014-11-19T09:52:00,New Roman Empire,"Tiberius and his men were lead to the throne room, ""Ah, how does this fine day go for you Empress. I am the Grandmaster of the Templars. We have returned and we have come to you to show the world we have returned. But I bet you have something you want to discuss with us?"" Asked Tiberius as he and his men bowed."
593,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=25,2014-11-19T10:08:00,Tomia,"Abrok thought about what to say to Haneul. He had been too candid with humans before and it didn't work out too well. ""You see your majesty, I am from the heroes guild. As I'm sure you know, there is a grave threat to this world that needs to be stopped. The guildmaster seems to believe that there is a hero somewhere in your capital. He sent me to find them, and I came here seeking your aid."" He told her. It wasn't completely a lie, however it certainly wasn't the truth.<br/>Galith had finished meditating and praying to Chantico. She was his primary goddess, though he had never met her. He often communicated with Abrok, but couldn't pray to him. It brought up too many bad memories. It had been a long time since that fateful day when his apprentice Naric died. At least, his spirit did. That day Naric became the dark centurion, and it broke Galith's heart. The guild-master felt angry thinking about it. It had been his own weakness that had started all of this. He knew he had a responsibility to stop it."
594,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=25,2014-11-19T11:01:00,Nuridia,"""Ah, right."" Leticia said to Tiberius, straightening herself up. ""Well as the Templars, you all have the mpst knowledge about the Dark Ones, a real threat to this fair land."" ""They have taken my sister from me, and ruined countless lives."" ""I am glad that you have returned, maybe perhaps one day the Heroes will return as well."" ""Since you are here I have something I wish to ask of you."" ""My sister Anna, she was supposed to be Empress but was kidnapped and forcibly initiated into the Dark Ones when she was a child."" ""She's under some wicked spell making her act like this, I know she is."" ""I know I don't have to ask you to protect the people as it is your duty to protect the world."" ""But I will ask you that on your travels, you find Anna and apprehend her so that she may be cured."" ""I've been researching tirelessly to find a cure for this spell, but so far I've come up with nothing."" ""Whatever reasonable reward you want in return, it is yours."" Leticia said, handing Tiberia a small miniature portrait of her and Anna as children.<br/><br/>In the Kakyuzu Empire, Empress Haneul wasn't stuffy but normally would've been offended if somebody did not respectfully bow to her but with this man she couldn't bring herself to be upset. She listened to his story intently. ""The Heroes' Guild has returned?"" ""That is perfect, I thought it was destroyed hundreds of years ago but if what you say is true than our world has a chance."" He said that Abrok had sent him, normally she'd ask for proof but she felt it in that she didn't get ruffled when he refused to bow to her. ""Well master, I will do all I can to help save Pangden."" ""If a Hero is in this capital I will help you find them, but how will we know if they are heroes?"" the empress asked.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, Chantico was with her twin sister and with the Shade having fun during a Starfall and couldn't wait to have fun with them but then she felt a pang in her body. A disturbed presence she only felt when one of her devotees was praying and anguished. From the energies she could tell it was Guild-Master Galith, he was a special one amond her patrons along with the Empress Leticia. ""I'm sorry Inyel, I have a devotee that really needs my help."" ""I'll take care of it and be right back."" she told the Ice Goddess before vanishing in a plume of orange flame. The prayer circle that Galith was sitting before started pulsing a red color, and then turned orange, yellow and finaly white with every pulse as the temperature in the room got comfortably warmer. A large plume of fire rose from the ground and vanished, revealing the goddess herself. ""Galith?"" ""Something must trouble you, I felt your energy all the way from the North."" the fire goddess spoke. She rarely appeared in person unless it was urgent."
595,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=25,2014-11-19T12:03:00,New Roman Empire,"""My Queen, there is only 15 of us currently we dwindled in numbers over the years. But yes we know our duties, now if there is a cure the sickness that affects the dark ones. Then it will be in our library or with Sarlvari our patron god who lives in our stronghold. But I don't believe such a cure exists. In the days of old the legend went Templar's took pity on the infected by killing them. But i will ensure she is captured. In return I ask two things. That we be able to set up a base of operations in the city and the right to recruit freely."" Informed Tiberius as he looked around at the palace."
596,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=25,2014-11-19T12:21:00,Tomia,"Abrok shook his head. ""The guild is not gone my lady, simply it has been operating more quietly than before. We aren't quite popular now that the Dark Centurion has risen from our ranks."" That much was certainly true. He had to be careful when she asked about the hero. He felt he needed to wait until he would be able to reveal his identity. ""Lord Abrok has given me an image in my mind my lady."" Abrok did that often to actual members of the guild, he had never tried it on himself though. ""A young man, with brown hair and dark eyes is what I saw your majesty."" He figured it would be best to throw her off the trail.<br/>Galith was in his home, still brooding, when suddenly bhis pray circle began to spark and glow with fire. He put his hand on his sword and got ready to defend himself. Suddenly a figure appeared, and the room got significantly warmer though that didn't bother Galith. Hewas shocked when a woman appeared before him. He recognized her by depictions and descriptions as the goddess of fire, Chantico. He removed his hand from his sword and fell to knees in a bow to her. He was shocked to see his goddess before him. ""Lady Chantico, it is an honor to meet you. Long have I prayed to you my lady."" He was surprised by her words, she was actually concerned about him? ""I'm sorry if I disturbed you my lady. I was merely thinking on some memories from the past, troubling memories."" He told her, his voice a little said at his last words."
597,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=25,2014-11-19T12:26:00,Bentus,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Kalek – Malway</span><br/><hr/><br/>The blacksmith sat at the bench of his shop, surrounded by the tools of his trade hanging proudly on the walls. The nomadic inhabitants of Malway did not have as much need of settlements as others, with little intention or desire to throw down permanent roots. However, times change – and it was no different for many Malwain. For a civilization to function, there needed to be places to meet, to trade and to share knowledge. This city had become one such place. The blacksmith had rode on the improving fortunes of his permanent home, developing his shop from a small stall to a well-respected establishment – so respected in fact that he now had the obligation of paper work. It was tiresome and dull, and of all the consequences of a successful life this was the one which he would much prefer to go without. The man’s hand shifted suddenly as the small piece of lead snapped.<br/><br/>“Ahha!” He cursed, throwing down the writing implement and vowing to hire a scribe to complete the forms for him as soon as he had the coin. But, before the blacksmith could elaborate his emotions with further colourful language the unmistakable sound of the opening and closing of a door held his tongue.<br/>“Salaam my friend. How can I help you?” The customer most definitely was not one of his regulars – neither one of the permanent residents nor from one of the local tribes as far as he could tell. He was dressed in weathered garbs, the signs of a traveller, but amongst the nomadic Malway that hardly served to narrow down one’s identity. The man’s features seemed irritated, slightly worn around the edges as if tired. “Have you need for a shoe-horsing? Seems to be that time of year.”<br/><br/>“No. I’m looking for a sword.”<br/><br/>The blacksmith sighed, “Khalas,<span style=""font-style: italic"">not</span>the right time of year for one of those.” The man’s accent sounded vaguely familiar to the blacksmith, but he couldn’t quite put his finger on it – it was faded, as if from time. “I am filling the single largest order of my life for swords and bolts right now – for the great Sheikha’s army no less! Every piece of weapon-worthy steel I can get my hands on must be subservient to the wishes of our liege.”<br/><br/>Kalek almost groaned in irritation, what were the chances? “You’ve got to have some sub-par metal lying around, surely? I’m willing to pay double the going rate.” The blacksmith clicked his fingers, his face becoming animated with recognition.<br/><br/>“You are from the south! No? I recognise the accent – it is weak, but it is there!”<br/><br/>The God smiled despite himself, not having realised that a trace of his heritage was still noticeable. “Hah, that I am. The Al-Utaqa tribe specifically, but I have not visited home in many years.”<br/><br/>The blacksmith’s smile seemed to grow even wider. “We are brothers! I was born an Utaqa but left when I came of age.” The man stopped, thinking for a few seconds as he mulled over this new-found knowledge. “I have some spare metal – poor quality I’m afraid – lying in the back. Not enough to make a new weapon, but I might be able to conduct repairs. You don’t strike me as a man out for his first blade.”<br/><br/>Kalek chuckled, wondering if it was that obvious, he was enjoying the small moment of human contact. “Thank you.” He placed the broken hilt of his sword on the bench, what little remained of the blade badly rusted and showing signs of wear. The blacksmith’s eyes fell.<br/><br/>“Yani, I said I could repair a blade – not bring one back from the dead! This sword should have been replaced years ago – whoever sold it to you was a scoundrel.”<br/><br/>“I got it when it was new, I just haven’t had a chance to give it the care it deserves.” Truthfully, the dismantled weapon looked sad, defeated after having fought in the sands so faithfully. The blacksmith shook his head.<br/><br/>“I’m sorry, but I am no God – the impossible is beyond my capabilities.”<br/><br/>Kalek sighed, taking back the withered hilt. If this blacksmith had received such a large order, then he doubted that he’d have much luck with many of his fellow tradesmen. The blacksmith seemed to take his customer’s predicament to heart. “Although I do have something that may be of use.” He said, flashing a mysterious smile. He brought up a small object from beneath his counter, wrapped in a faded grey cloth. With ginger hands, the tradesman slowly unwrapped the protective cover. When it was revealed, he looked up at the incredulous face of Kalek – a look as if he’d just revealed some treasured artefact. “My good friend, behold your weapon!”Kalek stared dumbfounded at the object, uncertain as to how to react.<br/><br/>“A knife?” He spluttered.<br/><br/>“Dagger.”<br/><br/>“A<span style=""font-style: italic"">dagger</span>?!”<br/><br/>“And a fine one at that, if I don’t say so myself.”<br/><br/>Kalek felt like he was at the butt of some kind of joke. The realisation that he truly didn’t have any better options inevitably had to dawn, however. “Fine. I appreciate the gesture.” Kalek placed the small, slightly worn, blade in his sheath as he turned to leave.<br/><br/>“Ahem.” The blacksmith cleared his throat, causing Kalek to turn once again towards him.<br/><br/>“That’ll be 84 silver.”<br/><br/><hr/><br/>Kalek was in less than a pleasant mood as he made his way through the busy city streets, the weight of the dagger at his side an unwanted reminder of his far lighter purse. Fortunately at least, the temperature was becoming bearable as the Sun descended in the sky. He took a swig of a recently-purchased drink, the bitter liquid burning his throat but satiating his thirst. Of course he knew better than to have more than he could handle, only enough to ward off the cooler bites of the desert night.<br/><br/>Truthfully, Kalek was uncertain as to what to do next. He was for all intents and purposes unarmed with nothing to his name, all his belongings lying discarded back out in the sands. It wasn’t the first time he’d been in a situation like this, standing back at square one, but he felt angered by it all. For years Kalek had trudged along, perpetuating the cycle of fighting – with nothing to show for his victories. What was he to do? Once again voyage out to the border to fight the hordes that lay just beyond it? Fight and hack and slash in the forlorn hope that perhaps in the process he was saving a few lives somewhere else?<span style=""font-style: italic"">Stop kidding yourself.</span>Kalek had seen it, he knew, for all his beliefs that he had been making some kind of a difference, it all suddenly changed. The monsters and undead pressed forward, encroaching on land where they had never wandered before – and there was nothing that he could do to even slow the tide.<br/><br/>And so he found himself wandering the city, trying to clear his head. As the hours wore on, he found himself repeatedly returning to a single area – an almost imperceptible tug drawing him towards it. Kalek felt curious, and the onset of boredom did little to dissuade him, so he allowed his body to succumb to the pull of the strange force. He couldn’t describe what it was in words, it was a sensation in his gut of something being strangely amiss – off-putting. By this point the streets had only a few souls travelling along their lengths, much of the city turning to sleep after a day’s labour. Kalek walked along slowly, his eyes scanning in an attempt to put a finger on whatever it was that had caught his subconscious.<br/><br/>He slowed to a halt as he came to the central Library – a lauded repository of learning and knowledge across Malway. There was no doubt about it, something was putting his nerves on edge. Casting a few wary glances to ensure nobody was watching, Kalek crouched next to the side-wall of the building, just beside a small window for the basement. As he gave a gentle push, he felt a surge of excitement as the window opened. Driven by a lack of anything better to do, and most probably in part by cheap liquor. Kalek cast one more backwards glance before lowering himself inside the library.<br/><br/><hr/><br/>Kalek squinted through the dusty air, the pervading darkness of the interior of the building rendering the God half-blind as he wandered the corridors. His eyes had adapted over time, but still the shadows cast by the towering shelves refused to yield all their secrets. Since slipping through the small window, Kalek had not seen a single other soul – a fact that in itself set him slightly on edge. Surely such a store of ancient works such as this would have had better security? Although, Kalek had to admit that it had been a while since he’d set foot within any library.<br/><br/>As he ventured onwards, he thought he noticed a dim glow in the distance – a light. Realising late that that meant that someone else was in the closed off section of the building, Kalek quickly ducked down and rested his hand on the small hilt of his dagger. Having momentarily forgotten of the loss of his sword, the feeling of the blade didn’t fill Kalek with much confidence. Regardless, he’d come this far on a hunch – wouldn’t do himself justice to simply leave without finding<span style=""font-style: italic"">something</span>out.<br/><br/>Exercising caution, Kalek leaned out from behind a bookshelf just far enough to get a glimpse of the source of the glow. There, pouring over a haphazard pile of ancient texts and scrolls, was a pale figure – her skin almost golden in the orange light of the lamp. The elf was the last thing Kalek had been expecting. They were rare in Malway full-stop, but one with a complexion more akin to an Ice Nymph than a being built for the desert was entirely out of place. Something was going on, that was for sure. If only he could read the titles of the books…<br/><br/>In his attempts to lean further out so as to gain a better vantage of the texts that consumed the elf’s attention, Kalek knocked into the bookshelf that hid his form. A number of priceless tomes fell to the floor, the flapping of their pages and the loud pounding of their landing rang out like a bell in the abandoned halls. The God winced at the sound, questioning when it would be time for luck to swing in his favour for once."
598,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=25,2014-11-19T12:59:00,Nuridia,"Anna was busily jotting down notes from different teleportation spells and portal hexes, her ebony staff leaning lazily against an empty chair. She hadn't even bothered to disguise herself, she knew her pale complexion was out of place and even more so with her glittering white hair. It wa like strands of solid snow were growing out of her head, flowing over the back of the chair she sat in and almost sweeping the library floor. For some reason, someimes her thoughts turned back to her days in the palace when she and Leticia played together. They used to be close, and when she thought about it the runes tattooed on her skin started to fade and the crimson red of her eyes started to flicker to purple and then icy blue. But then she remembered that it was her father, Leticia's not hers who had banished her, a child from her home for the sins of their mother and had given away the crown to the second daughter and so everything went back to normal. It was quiet and nearly empty, just the way she liked it so she was caught off guard when some priceless tomes clattered to the floor seemingly on their own. The wind wasn't enough to knock down such heavy books. ""Who's there?"" ""Show yourself."" Anna called, reaching for her staff that had started to emit smoky wisps of billowy darkness out of the wood and of the blue magic gem resting on top started to glow brightly.<br/><br/>Leticia listened to Tiberius' request, disappointed that there was not more of them but kept the hope alive when they said that they would try to capture her. ""Very well Master Eldan, you may set up base in Lorelia and recruit freely for your cause."" ""However, you may<span style=""font-style: italic""> not </span>conscript anybody into the Templars against their will or I will have to subject you to the full authority of the law."" ""Are we agreed?"" the empress asked, the bright crystals and flowers of her headdress swayed a little in the wind and a ruby necklace glittered at her throat. She still held the jeweled flower that had mysteriously come to her, she wondered where it came from. For some reason, she felt safe and cared for when she held it.<br/><br/>Haneul was a bit surprised at Abrok's intoduction and noticeably confused. ""There are many like that in parts of the empire, there are many of the world who fit that characteristic actually."" ""I's a rudimentary description at best, nothing much to work with if you really want help finding these Heroes."" ""And anyway, the god has given you an image but how will we know him when we see him?"" ""Unless you accompany us."" the empress questioned. In Galith's home, Chantico looked around. ""So many tomes and artifacts, don't you ever clean in here?"" the goddess asled somewhat jokingly and then heard his words. ""Of course I'm concerned about you Galith, you're one of my most special patrons."" ""Also the energy you were giving out I couldn't ignore."" She then saw him get sad. ""Something on your mind, and it's not good to like to the Goddess of Fire so tell me the truth."" ""I didn't come from a day out with my sister to get lied to."" Chantico questioned."
599,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=25,2014-11-19T13:16:00,Raktio,"There was only one place which was truely pernamant in Mawlay, the ancient city H'tekl. The city had withstood against time and storm untouched by all the sand stormed which hit it nearly on a daily basis, in fact few other settlements in Mawlay had manged to survive more than a century before natural disaster cleans the slat. The ancient city held many secrets as well, despite being not very large it once had held many more people than a larger city could hold, and all of their horses as well. Its ancient library contained texts from across ages carrying all the knowledge of the Mawlay people and more. Because of this the library was not for general use, and the few librarians were skeptic scholars.<br/><br/>Skaviol walked through the isles of books, scrolls and occasional tablets, after having heard a crash he came to investigate why one of the stacks or something had fallen."
600,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=25,2014-11-19T13:17:00,Tomia,"Abrok looked into Haneul's eyes, he had a way of looking through mortals that most found unnerving. He realized she was quite clever. It wouldn't take too long for her to see through his ruse. He decided he needed to give her more to go on. He concentrated for a moment and took a piece of paper out of his pocket that had a drawing of the man that he had described. It was actually a drawing of Naric before he had turned from the guild. Abrok thought it was appropriate for this moment. ""This is the man I am looking for my lady. I don't know how I am supposed to find him. Abrok is often unclear."" He handed her the drawing of Naric. He used to look like a normal man, before he became a monster.<br/>Galith looked a little embarrassed at Chantico's words about his home. He didn't get visitors often, especially not goddess'. ""Forgive me my lady, I do not get visitors often,"" He told her as he stood. He was surprised, but glad when Chantico said that he was special to her. He then heard her order him to tell her what was wrong and hesitated for a moment. He had never spoken to anyone about what had happened but Chantico sounded so commanding and confident that he couldn't refuse. ""Well, I had a student many years ago. He was an incredibly powerful but troubled man. I thought I could save him, but he kept getting worse. That was until one day Abrok told me I needed to kill him. I couldn't bring myself to do it. I was too weak. This boy, he went on to do terrible things, and I am as guilty as he is. I failed him."" Pain was thick in Galith's voice. This was very difficult for him to speak about."
601,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=25,2014-11-19T13:41:00,New Roman Empire,"""But do not worry, the order will grow. Also the only people that will he forced are those chosen by our god. Those who join freely will not be forced. But if we find your sister, we will try to capture her. But I cannot promise a cure. If there is one it will be with our god or in the library. Which you may have access to at anytime. But as I have said before. The Templar's of old put people out of their misery by killing them. So I have no idea if a cure exists."" Informed Tiberius"
602,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=25,2014-11-19T14:03:00,The Starlight,"The city of Firinel cried out in joy, singing in praise. Starfall, was upon them. Jugglers tossed snowballs, children rushed into permanent, elaborate forts, sledding contests began, and there were many stations of merchants selling their wares, fun activities and hot or cold food for all. Beyond the activity fields, were the fields of moon crystal that went on for miles, some growing in the city, others in trees, and the rest surrounding Firinel, along with the rest of the kingdom. Songs were sung in native tongues, praising Inyel. Elyrith herself had joined in the fun, using her ice powers to create a skating ring, and her snow powers to cheat in the snowball games. Elves stared in surprise as the queen darted between the enemy, waving her hands and directing the snow to form into snowballs, before thudding into adults who weren't having enough fun. Then, she dashed up one of the snow fortresses, giving them a huge pile of perfectly formed snowballs. ""No fair!"" cried the other team as they ran for cover. Laughing, Elyrith gave the other team some snowballs and continued, trying some of the food and helping build snowflakes, along with looking at various contraptions and devices for sale, even buying a few. This all went on for several hours. Then, of one accord, the Elves gathered at the field of Moon Crystals, and waited, Elyrith at their helm, her gown and cape restored.<br/><br/>Inyel turned to Shade and said, ""Too bad, Chantico isn't here right now. But it is time for me to make an appearance."" Waving a hand over her body, Inyel was dressed into a blue, silver and gold gown, with a silver cloak, the collars turned up. Putting her hand out to the side, her ice staff appeared, with snowflake designs, winter creatures and ice all over it. At the top was a crystal, the first Moon Crystal, augmented by Inyel to make it unbreakable.<br/><br/>And the goddess Inyel descended in dramatic fashion, floating down on the winter winds, on a cloud of white, brilliant snow. Her cloak sparkled and glittered as she landed softly. Walking forward, as was tradition, she raised her hand to Elyrith's and smiled at her blessed follower. Then she turned, and extended the moon crystal on her staff to a plant. The plant was silver, with the unopened petals covering a rocklike bud. Only Elnaria knew the secret to harvesting them, given to them by Inyel to use and keep secret, so that even if someone got a hold of a moon crystal, they would not be able to harvest it. The moon crystal touched the plant, and with a flash of silver it opened. A tendril of energy from it traveled to the next plant, opening it. The tendrils of energy quickly traveled through Elnaria, opening the plants.<br/><br/>Inyel bent down and picked up a small but radiant rock, which she opened quickly to reveal the most radiant of the moon crystals, though it was small. Stretching out her hand, a small tendril of snow lifted Elyrith's tiara off her head and handed it into Inyel's waiting hand. Working her magic, the goddess gave it back to Elyrith with a smile, the moon crystal snugly fitted in a groove of the tiara. ""There you go, my dear Elyrith. You can make the moon crystal disappear by waving a hand over it at anytime, but no one will be able to remove it from your tiara but yourself. And also..."" Inyel walked slowly to a tree. Whispering to it, and retrieving two other moon crystals, she handed it to Elyrith. ""This too, is yours.""<br/>The staff had curvy lines carved lightly into it, the grooves glowing with a silver light. At the top was a sharp moon crystal, nigh unbreakable, the crystal at the bottom of the staff popped out with a press from Inyel, creating a staff for wielding magic or fighting. ""Your powers will be even more potent with this staff, and of course, you can make it disappear like your moon crystal."" Inyel said, with a soft smile.<br/>""Thank you,"" said Elyrith, overwhelmed.<br/>""No, dear child, thank you."" responded the goddess. ""People of Firinel, of Elnaria, know that you are my favored people. And to all who wish to harm them, let me warn them now, This Kingdom is protected!"" said Inyel, flashing to her more aggressive side for a minute. ""Any who wish to harm them will face the wrath of the oldest goddess on Pangden."" Inyel, then flashing back to her calmer side, smiled at Elyrith and the large crowd. ""Goodbye now, my people. Farewell, my champion."" With a smile, Inyel stepped onto the reformed snow cloud and floated back up to Elurith."
603,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=25,2014-11-19T14:42:00,Nuridia,"""I'm sure there's a cure somewhere out there."" ""Every problem has a solution, except death of course."" the empres s said determinedly."" Very well, there is a former army fortress that you can all set up shop in."" ""Here are the directions and now I must take my leave of you."" ""The affairs of state never wait for anybody I'm afraid."" Leticia told Tiberius, bowing her head to them before going back inside the palace. She was headed to the library to get her research done.<br/><br/>In Mawlay, Anna saw another person walking in between the shelves of the supposedly abandoned library.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Damn it all, I'll never be able to make a portal to the underworld with all these people around! I can't work under these conditions!</span>the elf swore in her head, deciding to take all the magic books she could and go to a more isolated place. Meanwhile Chantico heard Galith's story. ""I'll have to go rejoin Inyel soon, but I want you to know I'm so sorry for you, it couldn'tve been easy."" ""Like your own son he probably was and to see him fall."" She then thought back about a Hero who had gone rogue and her eyes widened with realization. ""He was the Centurion wasn't he?"" she asked although she knew the answer.<br/><br/>Haneul took the picture that Abrok had given her and studied it. ""I've never seen this face in my life."" ""I mean it could be here seing as the empire is so large, but tthis is a face I don't think is even on this part of the continent at least from my travels."" 'And we're quick to ask favors but I don't even know your name or where you're from."" ""I am Haneul of the Kakyuzu Empire, what might your name be?"" the empress asked."
604,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=50,2014-11-19T14:58:00,Tomia,"The king of Albion received the letters calling for aid in two different conflicts. He wasn't one to shy away from conflict but he wouldn't go in blind. He decided to take some time to think before responding.<br/>Abrok was impressed at how Haneul didn't seem uncomfortable around him. Most mortals don't enjoy his presence. ""My name is Elijah, empress. I was born near a small village by a lake in Loray. If you would be kind enough your majesty, would you allow me to say in your home for a short while? I'm sure lord Abrok will contact me with further instructions soon.""<br/>Galith nodded grimly at Chantico's question. ""Yes, that troubled boy has now become the greatest threat the world has ever seen. I've been trying to make up for my mistake ever since. I realize now I was being a coward. I allowed my friend to fall to a fate worse than death because I was afraid to act. I know I'll need to face him again one day, to right my wrongs."" He then shook his head a little. ""I'm sorry my lady, I'm ranting. I don't want to hold you any longer. Thank you for coming to comfort me, it was quite kind of you. You're as benevolent as I've always thought."""
605,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=50,2014-11-19T15:39:00,Nuridia,"""Well since you are a god's messenger of course you may stay."" ""My sister Maya will show you to your rooms."" Haneul said. A young lady came out, long dark hair trailing behind her on the floor and she wore many layers of colorful fine silk robes in the Kakyuzu fashion.<br/><br/>In Loray, Leticia read the letters from Ozakaria and Qwen, she'd most likely decide if anything at the ball where she could speak to all the nations and the duke of Qwen in person. She wanted to know what side the king of Albion would be on, he was one of their greatest and most trusted allies and there was no way she would make him an enemy. Chantico still was with Galith. ""Well why didn't you call me, I would've taken care of him for you."" ""You know I have no qualms about setting world threats on fire."" Chantico asked in a little surprise but she understood Galtih's pain. ""I'm sorry, don't think I'm making fun of your pain because I'm not."" ""Damn Abrok never tells me anything, if I had known I could've saved you all this suffering."" ""And it's no trouble, I don't like seeing friends in pain."" Chantico disappeared in flames again, rejoining Inyel just in time for the Starfall festival. Through her sacred fire she could see everything, and she saw Inyel gift queen Elyrith with a crown and wand of Moon Crystal. Not only was it beautiful but it was also a powerful and rare magic source. The fire goddess appeared at her sister's side, and waved to Elyrith when the ceremony was over."
606,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=50,2014-11-19T15:59:00,The Starlight,"Elyrith waved goodbye to Chantico as well, who just appeared next to Inyel as she was floating up. Though Chantico was the fire goddess, she was Inyel's sister and so Elyrith liked her as well. She smiled. Though she wished she had a sister too, it had not been the case. Waving to her people one last time, Elyrith walked back into her palace. Now it was time to head off to the Masquerade Ball of Loray. As people commonly dressed up as the gods, Elyrith decided it was only fitting that she go as Inyel, being her champion. With the staff and the tiara, along with the clothes, she looked enough like the goddess already. Her current gown would be sufficient for the ball, it was a queen's dress, and not dirty as she had changed it before participating in the snowball fights. Elyrith packed another gown for the masquerade party, this one also being exquisite with blue twinkling ornaments, that looked like crystals, along with a silver gown, with white snowflakes imprinted on the back. Putting on some silver gloves, and taking along Inyel's gifts, Elyrith walked to her personal carriage. Looking at it, she added some swirls of ice and snowflake designs, along with a twinkling ice snowflake for each white stallion. With her two loyal guards, though she really didn't need them, her crystal tiara on her head and the staff beside her, Queen Elyrith departed, for Loray."
607,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=50,2014-11-19T16:53:00,Raktio,"Slaviol saw something moving in the library, something that never happened there since encountering another librarian was a rare enough occasion in itself. Thieves, although not a common thing, were not unheard of and one of the librarians' secondary jobs was to deal with them when they came along. He made his way the place where he saw movement and coming around a large column which held up the building he saw a woman with several of the library's books and scrolls. The fairly elderly man signed, ""it's been a long time since I've seen an elf, though my memory hasn't faded, and you don't quite look completely elf. I also assume that you've got magic and at least a little capability to use it since you're reading through books on magic, and you got in here undetected implies you used magic to get here."""
608,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=50,2014-11-19T16:54:00,New Roman Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nuridia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320573&amp;p=22494986#p22494986"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I'm sure there's a cure somewhere out there."" ""Every problem has a solution, except death of course."" the empres s said determinedly."" Very well, there is a former army fortress that you can all set up shop in."" ""Here are the directions and now I must take my leave of you."" ""The affairs of state never wait for anybody I'm afraid."" Leticia told Tiberius, bowing her head to them before going back inside the palace. She was headed to the library to get her research done.<br/><br/>In Mawlay, Anna saw another person walking in between the shelves of the supposedly abandoned library. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Damn it all, I'll never be able to make a portal to the underworld with all these people around! I can't work under these conditions!</span> the elf swore in her head, deciding to take all the magic books she could and go to a more isolated place. Meanwhile Chantico heard Galith's story. ""I'll have to go rejoin Inyel soon, but I want you to know I'm so sorry for you, it couldn'tve been easy."" ""Like your own son he probably was and to see him fall."" She then thought back about a Hero who had gone rogue and her eyes widened with realization. ""He was the Centurion wasn't he?"" she asked although she knew the answer.<br/><br/>Haneul took the picture that Abrok had given her and studied it. ""I've never seen this face in my life."" ""I mean it could be here seing as the empire is so large, but tthis is a face I don't think is even on this part of the continent at least from my travels."" 'And we're quick to ask favors but I don't even know your name or where you're from."" ""I am Haneul of the Kakyuzu Empire, what might your name be?"" the empress asked.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Tiberius Eldan</span><br/><br/>That my be true, but its not always true. Like I said, you have access to the fortress library. I will leave you with the map to the fortress, but it is a ways from here. But we wont be able to use the fortress you have given to us for awhile until we get our numbers up in a few weeks or maybe months who knows. But I will consult with Sarlvari and look in the library, but I cannot promise a cure that might not exist."" Informed Tiberius as he bowed and left the room after she had left, the group walked around and found a small abandoned shop. ""Well, we can use this as a recruitment shop. But we best be getting back to the fortress and hope that all the remaining Templars that weren't with us have answered the call to return to the fortress,"" informed Tiberius as he opened a portal back to the fortress where he didn't have a doubt Sarlvari was waiting for them."
609,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=50,2014-11-19T17:05:00,Tomia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nuridia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320573&amp;p=22495711#p22495711"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Well since you are a god's messenger of course you may stay."" ""My sister Maya will show you to your rooms."" Haneul said. A young lady came out, long dark hair trailing behind her on the floor and she wore many layers of colorful fine silk robes in the Kakyuzu fashion.<br/><br/>In Loray, Leticia read the letters from Ozakaria and Qwen, she'd most likely decide if anything at the ball where she could speak to all the nations and the duke of Qwen in person. She wanted to know what side the king of Albion would be on, he was one of their greatest and most trusted allies and there was no way she would make him an enemy. Chantico still was with Galith. ""Well why didn't you call me, I would've taken care of him for you."" ""You know I have no qualms about setting world threats on fire."" Chantico asked in a little surprise but she understood Galtih's pain. ""I'm sorry, don't think I'm making fun of your pain because I'm not."" ""Damn Abrok never tells me anything, if I had known I could've saved you all this suffering."" ""And it's no trouble, I don't like seeing friends in pain."" Chantico disappeared in flames again, rejoining Inyel just in time for the Starfall festival. Through her sacred fire she could see everything, and she saw Inyel gift queen Elyrith with a crown and wand of Moon Crystal. Not only was it beautiful but it was also a powerful and rare magic source. The fire goddess appeared at her sister's side, and waved to Elyrith when the ceremony was over.</div></blockquote><br/>Galith listened to Chantico's words. ""I thought I could save him. A foolish thought, I know. I know what needs to be done now. I'm not as naive as I was in my youth. Thank you for your care Chantico. I greatly appreciate it."" He gave a small bow as she disappeared. He went off to check on his compound, though he couldn't stop thinking about Chantico.<br/>Abrok nodded to the empress. ""Thank you, I appreciate it."" He followed Maya through the hallway toward his room. Abrok thought she was pretty but it was difficult for him to be attracted to mortals. He had seen too many deaths, heard too many broken promises."
610,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=50,2014-11-19T19:04:00,Alderann,"Thold could hear all the conversation between empress Leticia and all in her court. The discussion of dangers to Leticia concerned Thold but he made a vow to protect her, and protect her he would.<br/><br/>Then the voices from the palace began to disappear and they were replaced by a new voice, one of sobbing and despair, it was a prayer.<br/><br/>A prayer to Thold for protection, but who would be praying to Tools, everyone had almost forgotten about him. The voice grew louder and louder until it was as if the person was right next to Thold.<br/><br/>The voice kept saying ""Thold Lord of protection and your shield and sword."" This was the typical prayer to Thold. And the voice just kept repeating the prayer.<br/><br/>Thold closed his eyes so that he could see who was asking for his protection. When he closed his eyes he saw a small boy of 6 years old in an alley. His clothes were torn and dirty and dirt and filth covered his face.<br/><br/>The boys name was Goddrey. An orphan who's parents had passed away when he was five. The boy was backed into a corner of the alley with five thugs standing over him. Kicking him and slapping him and spitting on him. All that the boy did was keep saying the prayer.<br/><br/>Thold the god of protection wouldn't let harm befall one of his followers. With a flash of light Thold took off over the land rushing to the boys aid. Making his way to the capital city and with a flash of light and gust of wind Thold appeared in front of the boy. Placing himself between the boy and the thugs.<br/><br/>With one strong swing of his left arm, Thold sent three of the thugs flying through the air and right into a wall knocking all of them out. Then Thold grabbed the one standing in front of him by the neck and lifting him with one hand sent him flying through the air as well. While the last thug ran down the alley and away.<br/><br/>Next Thold turned to the boy and pulling from his white cloak a bag of 50 gold pieces and giving it to the boy. Then Thold spoke.<br/>"" this is so you will never be hungry again.""<br/><br/>Then Thold pulled from his cloak another flower only this one was made of Sapphire and the center was a ruby.<br/>"" take this and go to the palace, seek out the Empress Leticia. There you will be taken care of. Give this flower to her and tell her I will see her in two days when the festival starts.""<br/><br/>The boy was very shocked but did as he was instructed running through the streets yelling "" he's real, he's real."""
611,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=50,2014-11-19T20:06:00,New Cinoth,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ergon Valine</span><br/>As Ergon donned his cloak a servant rushed up to him, ""My lord. We have a letter requesting your attendance to a festival."" Ergon took the letter and read it carefully, ""Hmmm Reply that I will be coming and I'll be bringing someone along with me."" He then turned and exited the keep with a small troop of guards flanking him.<span style=""font-style: italic"">First impression's are key. I must make sure to present the best possible option for this budding power that has been living right underneath my nose.</span><br/><br/>The guards stomped through the streets and they arrived quickly at the store. Ergon sneered, ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">This</span>is a store..... No wonder we never found them sooner."" He motioned for a guard to open the door as he stepped in. ""Welcome in. If there's anything you'd-"" The voice of what he assumed to be the shopkeeper fell silent. ""Ah well at least you know your lord. Now tell me who here has been making ice?""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Alyah Eshe</span><br/>Alyah her her father give the customary greeting before falling silent,<span style=""font-style: italic"">Did something happen? Are we being robbed?</span>She bit her bottom lip thoughtfully before grabbing her crossbow and moving into the the shop, ""Daddy is something wrong?"" Her father shook his head, ""N-no... We're in the presence of royalty."" She blinked slowly and looked at the somewhat handsome man. ""Oh erm.... Hi?"" The man offered a small smile, ""I'd assume you are the daughter of this fine merchant. I'm here to offer a large amount of money if you could point out whoever is making ice."" Alyah looked Ergon over, he didn't seem like the stories said, ""Why do you want to know?""<br/>""I'd like to offer them a place in my court."" Alyah glanced at her father and seeing a slight nod grinned. She held up a bolt and willed it to freeze, frost covered the bolt and Ergon's eyes widened, ""Magnificent. Tell me, my dear. DO you like parties?"" Alyah looked at him puzzled, ""I guess so. I've never been to an upper class one."" Ergon took her by the shoulders and began to lead her out, ""Well then we've got to get you ready for the time of your life. And don't worry about your father. He'll be living in the palace when we get back."" She nodded eagerly at his words, willing to believe the dark king as he led her towards a new life.<br/><br/>(I'll be time skipping until the party.)"
612,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=50,2014-11-19T20:23:00,Cainesland,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Donald Knox</span><br/><br/>Donald Knox walked through the street of the seaside town he was in. Walking along with his cane, his spats kept his shoes from getting dirty from the streets. This particular street was home to many of the well to do citizens of Albion and was called ___________ Avenue. He observed people with tall hats and coloured collars, white spats and lots of dollars pass him as he did they. He saw them entering and exiting storefronts, spending every dime for a wonderful time. Some exited with new suits and dresses others leaving with new toys or books or whatever suited them that day. He just kept walking though, he was just out for a morning stroll. He himself had on his white spats over his dress shoes, a tall hat, and a morning coat. He noticed the marquis of the marquisate of the ritz pass him in a carriage on the street as he walked on the sidewalk. He guessed that the marquise was heading to that conference of nobility but had no real clue what he was up to and had no intention of sticking his nose where it didn't belong. I'd he'd learned one thing during his entrepreneurial days it's that you should try to mind your own business."
613,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=50,2014-11-19T20:36:00,Masimino,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lokhtar Dokh, Ozakaria</span><br/><br/>The High Chief was busy preparing to journey to the ball, where he would meet the other leaders and try to ask for support against Pen'daii. He looked over his things, and saw his bow was missing, the bow he used to hunt with. He looked all around his home and found anything, and realized his bow must have dropped when he hunted the boar in the forest earlier the day. He grabbed some protective clothes like leather and his sword, and proceeded to the forest he went earlier.<br/><br/>The south was dark, the forest thick and dangerous, filled with whatever monster in it. He was young when he got lost here, around 7, he was playing alone, climbing up trees and scouting the area. That changed when the Dark Ones came. He couldn't go out anymore, his father not allowing the guards to let Lokthar out in fear of losing his only son and child. He used to climb out of the windows and went to the forest to play, but he was attacked by a dark one while climbing up a tree. He prayed to Thold, the God of Protection and Light. It happened so fast, the monster was climbing up when a gush of wind came and suddenly the monster's throat was open. He thanked Thold and promised to never forget him, and until now his promise is kept.<br/><br/>He was looking for his old hunting spot and found his bow, but when he reached for it a bear came, a monster in its own size. He slowly backed away and tried to brandish his sword, but the bear charged at him, knocking his sword away. He fought the bear hand to hand, but knew he would lose without Thold, so prayed to him saying ""Thold! Remember me! I ask for your help now like years before! Remember!"""
614,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=50,2014-11-19T20:52:00,Alderann,"Thold heard the prayer of Lokhtar, and Thold remembered him from when he was a boy and faced a monster. Lokhtar in all of his years never forgot Thold just like he had promised when he was a boy.<br/><br/>Thold was not going to let Lokhtar face down this bear alone. Thold had heard Lokhtar's prayer and it would be answered.<br/><br/>With a flash of light Thold was with Lokhtar. Wearing his silver armor which was fitted to his form and showed the muscles of the god.<br/><br/>Brandishing his axe Thold struck the bear in the neck slaying the beast. The bear lay dead at Lokhtar's feet while Thold stood just a few feet away with a light blue light illuminating from him.<br/><br/>"" Lokhtar you have always been faithful. Take this gift that you will always be protected.""<br/><br/>With another flash of light Thold was gone. But where he was standing was a shield which bore his symbol and a bow."
615,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=50,2014-11-20T02:11:00,Masimino,"Lokhtar gave a sigh of relief. He thought he would actually die, but the intervention of Thold, the silver plated armor was visible even in the dense forest. He thanked Thold, for his intervention and his gift, his shield with his symbol, light to the touch but as hard as diamonds. And a bow, it was his bow but it was different, not in looks but in the feels, like in a way it's been enchanted by him. It felt so light but when he fired an arrow, the arrow flew through the trees, it was so strong. He gave one last thank you and left the forest, to go to the ball, where he will ask for support for a war, a war that's inevitable.<br/><br/>He trekked for a few minutes until he reached his home, where he would eat and rest, then go the ball. But for now he'll rest and get ready, after all that, Lokhtar deserves it."
616,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=50,2014-11-20T04:07:00,New Roman Empire,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Tiberius Eldan &amp; Sarlvari<br/>Templar Fortress, In the Mountains of Albion</span><br/><br/>When the portal dumped them out Tiberius was in surprise, he counted a hundred new people at least. The other Templars were leading them to the training yard, Tiberius was confused about how they had gotten this many people in so little of time. Then he remembered the hereafter stones, limitless travel potential that would make getting this many people like a walk in the park. ""Ok, you two go and help the others with that crowd of people. I will be going to the library and see if we can find a cure for this sickness that taints the dark ones. If were lucky, we may find it or Sarlvari might know."" Informed Tiberius as he turned around and saw the gate open. he saw forty Templars that had been trained like he was by his parents over the years. He had thought only about 19 still existed, but he had been wrong. He walked over to the group and bowed, ""Welcome friends, I am Grandmaster Eldan and we are reforming the order that was once great. See Sarlvari now to get your weapons and then head to the training ground to help train the recruits. They will need all the help they can get, cause we may be going to war soon."" Informed Tiberius as the Templars bowed to him and nodded and ran off to the forge and soon returned and headed to the training yard. Tiberius quickly found Sarlvari and told him they were going to the library to see if they could find a cure for the dark ones taint."
617,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=50,2014-11-20T06:54:00,Bentus,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Kalek - H'tek, Malway</span><br/><hr/><br/>“Who’s there? Show yourself.”<br/><br/>The voice was as smooth as silk, but jagged around the edges with hostility. Kalek’s mind raced as he tried to think of some way – any way – to hide himself. But it was no good. Whilst the whole library seemed bathed in shadows, the elven woman needed only to peer hard enough or shine her light to expose him. If he tried to move to another hiding place, he’d hardly get anywhere before he’d be caught out.<span style=""font-style: italic"">But she doesn’t look like she belongs here either…</span>the implications of that fact truly dawned on the God at that point. Very few people were ever granted access to the Great Library of H’tek, the chances that a foreigner would be left alone within its great halls boggled the mind.<span style=""font-style: italic"">She’s a thief.</span>Kalek felt at least a little relief at that. It meant that he was unlikely to be reported to the authorities, and the last thing on her mind would be to raise the alarm. If worst came to worst, surely he’d be able to subdue an adventurous elven scholar? But in spite of his reasoning, the deep-rooted concern in his gut refused to abate. In fact, it started to grow until he felt his body tensing as if some primal instinct was triggered.<br/><br/>That’s when he saw movement out in the darkness, another figure striding along the corridor.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Oh no, this one looks like he’s meant to be here.</span>A librarian no doubt, the worst luck rendering him near enough to have undoubtedly hear the brief commotion.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Then again, maybe they’ll distract each other.</span>Perhaps this was the opportunity for Kalek to take his leave unnoticed. He’d remain out of the watchful eyes of the Malwaian authorities and a foreign thief would be apprehended – all in all a favourable outcome. Yet he couldn’t resist a final glance towards the woman, who obviously had noticed the newcomer as well. His eyes widened in shock at what he saw.<br/><br/>His whole stomach was gripped by an iron grip as his eyes fell on the staff, thick black smoke billowing from within it as the gem at its top glowed intensely. The implement sent a wave of unease through his entire form, as if a bad omen surrounded it like a grey cloud.<br/><br/>""It's been a long time since I've seen an elf, though my memory hasn't faded, and you don't quite look completely elf.”<br/><br/>Kalek’s eyes widened as the form of the librarian entered the light, revealing aged but wizened features. He silently cursed the old man.<span style=""font-style: italic"">You fool, don’t you do it! She’s not going to allow you to simply expose her without consequence.</span>Kalek bit his tongue, praying for him to realise the danger that seemed so obvious to the God.<br/><br/>“I also assume that you've got magic and at least a little capability to use it since you're reading through books on magic, and you got in here undetected implies you used magic to get here.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Oh no, that’s just going to make things worse.</span>What’s the first thing the man does? Immediately reveal how much he’s already deciphered of the intruder to her face. Kalek couldn’t quite decide whether he suffered from a deficiency of sense or felt like the situation was within his control. Regardless, there was nothing else for him to do.<br/><br/>“And now it’s a crowd.” He sprung out from behind the book shelf, revealing himself with his hands held open in the air as if to show that he meant no threat. “My name is Kalek, we’re not enemies here.” His eyes fell worryingly on the staff, the fibre of his being screaming out at him that it would be dangerous to let it out of his sight. “Let’s all just take deep breaths before trying anything rash, shall we?”"
618,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=50,2014-11-20T08:09:00,Nuridia,"""The god of death himself at a library?"" ""And foolish enough not to wear a disguise, no that's impossible."" Anna said, twirling her staff in her hands. It had stopped giving out shadow smoke, but one could still feel its power. ""And I don't know you, you say you're nt an enemy but most of the world knows you as one."" ""I mean who wants to die?"" ""Anyway, I will be on my way as I have highly important business to take care of."" ""My boss is not a patient man, not that I give a damn but I don't feel like hearing his mouth."" Anna said, taking a leather satchel full of the tomes she had taken, blended into a shadow and faded away.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Two Days Later, Loray Empire</span><br/>The first day of the Festival of the Gods was already here. It was still quite early so the invited monarchs should be arriving any minute now. The ball itself and not to mention the rest of the parties was quite a grand affair and as it was held on the seventh day was the biggest party of the year basically. The first day, during the evening would mostly be temple celebrations, offerings of prayers and then a celebratory feast at the end. Empress Leticia was looking forward to it, everybody was and she was up early like she normally was but a bit earlier because she had to receive the guests that would start arriving. But what worried her a bit where the two letters she received. No doubt she wans't afraid of flexing a bit of political muscle when needed but with the threat of the Dark Ones and the Empire's mostly mage arm i ;eticia wasn't exactly excited by the thought of dragging the kingdom into another war.<br/><br/>Thankfully however, the military aspect was improved by training schools that had been set up by her father and there were many trained warriors to be gotten from other provinces, also she had allies but who wanted to drag another kingdom into war if it wasn't necessary? Unless it was an official and trusted ally, the Loray Empire didn't like to fight unless they were attacked first. The capital and roads definitely had to be more closely patrolled this time, security had to be absolutely tight as all these foreign kings and queens were her responsibility now.<br/><br/>Now to get ready for the guests. Wearing a fetching black gown made with satin brocade, beaded on the figure hugging bodice with tiny glittering gem beads and with a skirt of dark blue satin, Tish grabbed a sapphire colored cloak to wear as early in the mornings it got pretty cold. Her ladies helped her tease her hair and tie it back with an amethyst tiara, as big and puffy as the curls naturally were there was hardly any smoothing them down so this was pretty much the only thing that could be done with it. The tiara was forged by Chantico together with her mother Toci, the goddess of the center of the earth or ""earth's heart"" as she liked to be called. As a powerful magical object made from enchanted amethyst, sapphire and fire opal it had been passed down through the empresses of the Valen line for centuries She normally liked dramatic makeup, especially around the eyes but as she didn't want to take a million years dressing and make a good impression, Leticia only wore some to add a bit of color. Now she stood and and after studying herself in the mirror she was satisfied and went to her throne room to receive her guests."
619,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=50,2014-11-20T08:36:00,Tomia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Aldrean</span><br/>Aldrean finally arrived in Loray on the first day of the festival. It was a long journey, and he was tired but had a job to do. Now he had to find the hero that was awaiting in the capital. He wasn't dressed too fancily, just wearing light armor and a cloak to hide himself. He made his way into the capital where people were setting up and preparing for the activities. He heard rumors that the royal family of Albion was soon to arrive and Aldrean couldn't help but feel a sense of dread. He needed to avoid them, he didn't want to complicate his mission. He took the drawing of the hero and went up to a random towns woman and showed her the picture of Empress Leticia. ""Excuse me? Have you seen this woman before?"""
620,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=50,2014-11-20T08:40:00,Cainesland,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Albion</span><br/><br/>Captain Donald Knox walked to the harbour and got on a boat that was going to loray. He noticed the marquis was on it as well. It wasn't exactly packed because there wasn't a ton of invited individuals. It was around a weeks trip to ferry from the south west coast of Albion to the city of loray. When they arrived the nobles were all tired so they spent the night in their first class cabins, in the morning they went to the festival. During the trip Dorian became aware of the fact that a higher title doesn't necessarily mean a higher degree of wealth, it wasn't evident right off the bat but he noticed that save a few individuals he outclassed most of them in terms of money but they evidently outclassed him in terms of their place in the hereditary peerage.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Loray</span><br/><br/>When morning had arrived and the sun had kissed his porthole Donald awoke. Like most of those on the boat he had breakfast got servants to get their bags and then departed for the festival.<br/>Upon arrival he noticed the queen standing their greeting them as the entered. He said a polite hello to her highness and politely thanked her for the invitation as he entered. The marquis wasn't far behind him."
621,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=50,2014-11-20T09:12:00,Nuridia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Tomia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320573&amp;p=22501525#p22501525"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Aldrean</span><br/>Aldrean finally arrived in Loray on the first day of the festival. It was a long journey, and he was tired but had a job to do. Now he had to find the hero that was awaiting in the capital. He wasn't dressed too fancily, just wearing light armor and a cloak to hide himself. He made his way into the capital where people were setting up and preparing for the activities. He heard rumors that the royal family of Albion was soon to arrive and Aldrean couldn't help but feel a sense of dread. He needed to avoid them, he didn't want to complicate his mission. He took the drawing of the hero and went up to a random towns woman and showed her the picture of Empress Leticia. ""Excuse me? Have you seen this woman before?""</div></blockquote><br/>Empress Leticia sat in her throne greeting her guests, she noticed that the first to arrive was Captain Knox of Albion. She had heard good things about him. ""Welcom Captain Knox, and you too Marquis."" ""I'm honored that you both managed to make it to the festivities, I'm sure that all the leaders will have much to talk about during the parties of these seven days."" '""Would you like some iced mint-lemon tea?"" ""I'm sure that you all must be tired and thirsty from the long trip."" the blonde smiled, gesturing to a servant who held the large pitcher and glass goblets on a tray. Leticia wore the mysterious jewled flower that she'd been given on her gown, she couldn't pinpoint the exact reason but for some reason she didn't want to part with it. She hadn't been taught about Thold by her father, many of that god's worshippers suddenly disappeared over time.<br/><br/>In town, a random woman who was taking a basket of eggs to market was stopped by a mysterious stranger in a cloak and she couldn't really see his face. Her first thoughts was that he was some sort of thug or robber and her first thoughts went to the hidden dagger she kept in her bodice but before she pulled anything out she saw his armor. It looked too well-made for a thief, not to mention that it was impossible to steal high-quality armor that perfectly fit you most of the time. But still, she studied him carefully and was calmed when he asked about the picture he showed her. ""You mustn't be from around here sir or else you'd know that lady."" ""Of course I've seen her before, that's our own Empress Leticia."" ""You mean you've never seen her?"" she asked."
622,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=50,2014-11-20T09:35:00,Tomia,"That morning Darius Tiberin XI and his family arrived in the capital of Loray. His wife Alica and his three sons; Marix, Daemon, and Remus came with him. Darius had another son, but he was gone and not spoken about anymore. They arrived in a large carriage and made their way towards the castle.<br/>Aldrean was shocked at the woman's words. She seemed so sure about what she was saying, but it sounded crazy. He would have to find out for sure. ""Well, thank you ma'am. I appreciate your help."" He told her before walking off and heading deeper into the city. He would need to find a way into the castle, which would be difficult considering the tight security and the fact that he didn't have an invitation."
623,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=50,2014-11-20T09:41:00,Alderann,"LORAY EMPIRE, CAPITAL<br/><br/>Goddrey the boy that Thold had saved was running through the streets of the capital. He went running last Aldrean yelling at the top of his lungs and holding the flower for the Empress out in front of him.<br/>"" Thold is real, Thold is real!!!""<br/><br/>Running all the way to the palace just yelling the same thing over and over. The boy ran past the guards at the main gate. Yelling with all of his might. ""Thold is real""<br/><br/>The boy Goddrey ran right to where the Empress was standing. Holding the flower out in front of him. The boy just kept yelling "" Thold is real!!""<br/><br/>Then the boy collapsed at the feet of the Empress holding the Sapphire flower out in front of him."
624,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=50,2014-11-20T09:59:00,Nuridia,"Empress Haneul rode through the streets of Lorelia, it was as beautiful as she had remembered it was during her last visit here. With her she brought her four sisters, two of them had husbands so they brought them, and whatever children they had along with a few servants. Hopefully they wouldn;t be too late greeting Leticia, but being fashionably late wasn't exactly a crime either.<br/><br/>In the palace, Leticia was with her guests and awaiting the arrival of others when the arrival of the Albions were announced. When the empress told the guard to show them in, all of a sudden there was a commotion heard outside. First it was only audible but then it got louder and louder as if it was coming toward the palace doors. It was a young boy, and he was sprinting with something in his hand. The guards tried and failed to apprehend him as he ran like he was on fire, some sort of madman. He kept screaming, ""Thold is real, Thold is real!!"" with all his might and finally he collapsed at the foot of the throne. ""My gods."" Leticia said, going over to the boy and kneeling at his side. ""Child are you alright?"" she asked with concern. She had a compassion for people, especially children. She then noticed the flower in his hand that he had presented to her while she was checking for his pulse. The child was alive, but weak and exhaused. The flower was made of sapphires and looked like the one she wore on her gown in that moment.<br/><br/>""Take this boy to the physician and get him some water, quickly."" ""And tell me when the child awakens, I will see him myself."" Leticia orderd. ""Yes ma'am."" the knights picked the boy up and carried him to the infirmary where the doctors and healers would be waiting. The flower had fallen onto the carpet when they carried the child away and Leticia picked it up. ""Thold is real."" ""Thold, I never learned about him."" ""He is the son of Ayahuitl the sky god, Thold himself is the god of protection."" a lady servant told the empress. ""A god, how come I was never told about him?"" ""His worshippers all but forgot him majesty."" the brunette answered. Leticia was horrified. ""A god forgotten by their worshippers, that must be awful."" ""Especially for the god of protection, to be cruelly abandoned in such a way."" she said. She looked at this new flower, it was even more beautiful than the last. But that wasn't the issue, it was, a god? A god had taken a shine to her, and she felt bad that she had never even heard of him. Especially a god who protected his people."
625,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=50,2014-11-20T10:48:00,Raktio,"The books tumbled to the ground as Anna departed, of course she wouldn't realize what had happened for w while since there was illusions of the books she had attempted to steal still in her bag. Once she tried to read them however the fact that they were illusions would be appearant as soon as she tried reading the books, the illusions just held a bunch of gibberish instead of what the books had. Slaviol walked over to pick up the books and began to reorganize them where they were, and asked, ""is your business with me? If so I'd much appreciate at least getting enough time to fix this mess, I'd never hear the end of it from Jiiern when his time comes if I left this place a mess."""
626,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=50,2014-11-20T11:06:00,Tomia,"Abrok had joined Empress Haneul on her journey to Lorelia. He still hadn't relieved his identity to her. Feeling it wasn't time yet. Over the last two days they had talked often and Abrok had to work hard not to slip up and reveal himself. He found Haneul to be quite intelligent and actually easy to speak to compared to most mortals. He was sure now that she was a hero. He just had to figure out how to tell her. He knew that there were possibly a number of heroes in Lorelia and he thought it would make sense to come to the city, though he wasn't much one for parties.<br/>King Darius made his way into the castle with his family. They were told the queen would come and greet them soon, once she was done with a small unexpected incident. King Darius was a tall man with dirty blonde hair that had started to grey. He had broad shoulders and looked to be in his early 60's."
627,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=50,2014-11-20T11:42:00,Bentus,"""And I don't know you, you say you're not an enemy but most of the world knows you as one.""<br/><br/>The words chilled Kalek to the bone, rendering him planted to the spot as the elf made her escape – vanishing into the shadows that lurked in the poorly lit room. She hadn’t made any sense, what did she mean God of Death? Kalek found himself confused and uncertain, having hoped to find some answers upon entering the library he had instead been presented with so many more unexpected questions.<br/><br/>""Is your business with me? If so I'd much appreciate at least getting enough time to fix this mess, I'd never hear the end of it from Jiiern when his time comes if I left this place a mess.""<br/><br/>The old man seemed unfazed by the brief confrontation, calmly returning the misplaced books to their shelves like it was but a minor nuisance. Kalek had forgotten he was not alone, the words of the woman ringing around his head like a ceaseless echo. He felt unsure how to react, realising that he himself had no excuse for his presence but that concern having fallen rapidly in his list of priorities. Bending down, he picked up a few of the stray tomes and handed them over to the librarian. “I mean it when I say that I mean no harm. But that woman, do you know who she was?”"
628,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=50,2014-11-20T12:02:00,Nuridia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Tomia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320573&amp;p=22502641#p22502641"">wrote</a>:</cite>Abrok had joined Empress Haneul on her journey to Lorelia. He still hadn't relieved his identity to her. Feeling it wasn't time yet. Over the last two days they had talked often and Abrok had to work hard not to slip up and reveal himself. He found Haneul to be quite intelligent and actually easy to speak to compared to most mortals. He was sure now that she was a hero. He just had to figure out how to tell her. He knew that there were possibly a number of heroes in Lorelia and he thought it would make sense to come to the city, though he wasn't much one for parties.<br/>King Darius made his way into the castle with his family. They were told the queen would come and greet them soon, once she was done with a small unexpected incident. King Darius was a tall man with dirty blonde hair that had started to grey. He had broad shoulders and looked to be in his early 60's.</div></blockquote><br/>Anna got out a book when she made her escape and tried to read it, but when she tried the words were gibberish. They didn't make any sense and it was the same with the second book. ""What is this sorcery?!"" ""These are not the books I left with!"" Anna was furious and felt like summoning shadows to kill the one who did this, but she wouldn't give him the satisfaction. ""I'll be back for that asshole later, whoever did this will be the first head I cut off."" ""No matter, I have what I need."" Anna smirked cruelly, holding up her notebook. She had written down the spells from those tomes she took and that was all she was looking for. In Loray, Leticia got word that the child who had given her the sapphire flower was stable and she nodded. The royal family of Albion was let into the throne room, and coming up behind them was Haneul and her family. ""Empress Haneul, King Darius."" ""It's so good to see you, I've been waiting all day to greet my guests of honor."" the blonde smiled, standing up and hugging Haneul who hugged her back. ""Well you know Tish I like to be fashionably late."" Haneul smiled, her dark eyes sparkling. ""And who is this?"" Leticia asked looking at Abrok. ""This is Elijah, a guest of mine."" ""He's on a mission for the gods you know."" Haneul explained.<br/><br/>Chantico was looking forward to the Gods' Festival. It was awesome and Empress Leticia sure knew how to throw a party. She had already written to her sister Inyel asking her if she wanted to attend, she thought about more people she could invite and her mind flashed to Galith. He had been very sad, beating himself up for the Centurion's rampage of evil and terror. ""Well I guess I can ask him to come, poor guy needs to lighten up."" She wrote down an invitation asking Galith to come to the party as her guest, she could take him perosnally so the trip would be faster. It burned in a palm of fire in her hand and would appear wherever Galith was."
629,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=75,2014-11-20T12:07:00,New Roman Empire,"Four templars and Sarlvari, they were preparing to head to the festival of gods. For some reason, Sarlvari seemed more mortal than god. He enjoyed manybof the thing mortals did as Tiberius had observed over the couple of days. Tiberius thought he had found a cure. But it involves finding a long lost artifact that was lost before Sarlvari's time which made it even more lost. ""Ok, so we go to the festival start to recruit and sarlvari and I will go inform the queen of the discovery."" Informed Tiberius as he opened a portal which sent them to the palace gate. ""Now go about your duty, guardsmen informed the Empress we have arrived."" Informed Tiberius as he looked around and saw Sarlvari looking at some flowers.<span style=""font-style: italic"">What a strange patron god we have. Oh well he is still our patron.</span>"
630,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=75,2014-11-20T12:09:00,Alderann,"LORAY EMPIRE<br/><br/>Thold's message was delivered and he was pressed. He would be sure that the boy was well taken care of. In the palace the Empress continued to greet guests as they arrived.<br/><br/>Thold took his mortal form and used his powers to appear where the boy was. The servants that the Empress sent to tend to the boy was startled by the sight of Thold.<br/><br/>He was handsome and staying his white cloak and his silver armor. A sight glow of light blue came from him. Thold ignored the servant girls that was present in the room.<br/><br/>Next he kneeled down beside the boy and placed his hand on the boys forehead. Then he spoke to him.<br/><br/>"" I promise from this day until your last I will protect you.""<br/><br/>Then he turned to the servant girls and spoke.<br/><br/>"" please tell your Empress that I will see her son.""<br/><br/>With a flash of light Thold was gone. And the servant girls ran through the palace screaming "" my Empress, my Empress!!!!"""
631,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=75,2014-11-20T12:26:00,Nuridia,"Leticia nearly dropped her tea glass when two of the nurses that she sent to look after the child came rushing into the throne room like mad women. ""What in the world is wrong with you two, stop screaming!"" ""I'm not fucking deaf!"" Leticia shouted because she couldn't hear over their screaming and then she had to get them to stop. ""Calm all the way down, please!"" Leticia said, that got the women quiet."" ""Now, tell me what you two need to tell me."" ""You look like you've seen a ghost, has the boy awoken?"" the empress questioned. One of the servants, a plump blonde spoke up. ""Not quite your majesty, but he is resting comfortably though."" ""But the reason we need to see you is...is..."" she stammered. ""Come on Trixie, slow your vocal cords down so your lips can catch up and properly form letters."" Leticia said gently when the servant spoke up again. ""There was a man, in shining silver armor like it was forged from a star."" ""He was the most divine looking creature I'd ever seen, he spoke to the child promising to protect him and then he turned to us, a strange light emanating from his person."" 'It was like looking upon the face of a god and he told us to tell you, that he would see you soon."" Trixie breathed, panting and the empress handed her a glass of the iced tea. The previous woman who knew much about the gods and who was in the throne room with the empress the whole time spoke up. ""Shining starlike armor, promise of protection."" ""I believe Lord Thold intends to pay you a visit majesty."" the elder woman said, adjusting the bright striped feathers of her priestess' headdress and leaving Leticia stunned."
632,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=75,2014-11-20T12:30:00,Tomia,"King Darius and his wife bowed before Empress Leticia respectfully. ""It is great to see you as well Leticia. It has been far too long."" He told the empress. Abrok looked intently at Leticia, recognizing her as one of the heroes he had told the guild about. ""Hello your majesty, it's certainly an honor to meet you."" They saw a few servants run and shout into the room after there was some commotion apparently. Darius was confused but Abrok didn't seem very concerned. He rarely got involved with the affairs of mortals. He heard a mention of Thold though which was mildly interesting. That was a name he hadn't heard in a while.<br/>Galith was training a few of the young recruits in swordplay when a letter suddenly fell from the sky toward him. He grabbed it and looked at it with a confused expression. He opened it curiously and read it. He was shocked to see it was from Chantico, asking him to come to the festival of the Gods with her. He wasn't planning on going originally, but he couldn't reject an offer from his goddess. Also he couldn't deny he enjoyed the idea of spending time with her, and was flattered that she wanted him there. He existed himself from his students and went to his home. He sat in his pray circle and prayed to the goddess. He accepted the invitation and thanked her gratefully for it."
633,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=75,2014-11-20T13:23:00,Nuridia,"Chantico arrived at Gallith's home dressed in her favorite gown. ""Hello Galith, I see that you've gotten my invitation."" ""Well, let's get you an outfit so that we can get going, I don't want to be late meeting the empress."" the fire goddess said somewhat excitedly. In Loray, Leticia greeted this strange new retainer that Haneul picked up. ""So you're Elijah, well it's very nice to meet you."" ""You must be special if Haneul here picked you."" Just then, the guards came in and informed the empress that Tiberius and the Templars were here. ""That's strange."" ""They're probably here to try to pick up some new recruits, show them in."" the empress said, sipping her tea and tucked back a stray blonde curl that had fallen out of her hairstyle."
634,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=75,2014-11-20T13:43:00,Tomia,"Galith was surprised when Chantico appeared in his home. He still wasn't used to that. She wore a very beautiful red gown and Galith couldn't help but notice how good she looked. He chided, himself, those weren't thoughts he should be having. He bowed his head to the goddess when she arrived. ""My lady, it is an honor to see you again. Thank you for your invitation it was most kind of you. Allow a few moments and I'll be ready to leave."" Galith went to his room and dawned his finest armor that he had actually only worn on one other occasion. It had been a gift from his former guild master who he replaced. He came back out a little while later wearing a fine set of golden armor with light streaks of red down the arms. It had small rubies embedded in the neck line and a roaring lion emblazoned on the chest. ""My lady, I'm ready to leave when you are."" Galith told the goddess.<br/>Abrok actually gave a small smile when the empress spoke to him. ""I'm not very special your majesty, but thank you for the compliment. My cause is though, and hopefully this event will allow help me further it. If the gods will, that is."""
635,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=75,2014-11-20T13:45:00,Alderann,"the servants girls ran to the Empress and was yelling. "" we saw him, we saw him."" upon entering where the Empress was both of the girls was ecstatic and rambling.<br/><br/>"" milady we are sorry for the disruption. But we saw him, we saw Thold milady.""<br/><br/>Both of the girls kept talking in front of all of the guests that had come to the festival.<br/><br/>"" milady he was handsome, very handsome. He had light brown hair. And ice blue eyes, milady he was gorgeous. And he truly had the body of a god.""<br/><br/>The woman had to pause for a minute before they spoke again.<br/><br/>"" and milady he said he will be seeing you soon."" The girls said with goggles"
636,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=75,2014-11-20T13:56:00,Nuridia,"Leticia couldn't help but smile at the servants. ""Yes I know, you've told me all this."" ""And it was Thold, well if he has a temple around here I'll have to visit it."" 'Good thing it's visiting the temples day, so we can go and visit."" ""I need answers about this, now go calm yourselves and enjoy the party and now I need a glass of tea because the thirst coming from you two has made me parched myself."" the empress joked as the girls left."
637,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=75,2014-11-20T14:09:00,Alderann,"As the servant girls rambled about Thold and explained everything to the Empress a sudden breeze entered the palace and swirled around the Empress.<br/><br/>It was a soft breeze but it made her hair twirl and her dress float. Along with the breeze was a whisper a voice.<br/><br/>""Leticia""<br/><br/>""Leticia ""<br/><br/>Only the Empress could hear the voice surrounding her now. But it wasn't frightening, it was calming, it was caring.<br/><br/>The whisper rang in her ear. ""Leticia""<br/><br/>It sounded so proper, and then the voice turned personal.<br/><br/>""Tish"""
638,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=75,2014-11-20T14:25:00,Nuridia,"Leticia was turning her attention back to the guests when all of a sudden a breeze seemed to sweep through the room but she seemed to be the only one that felt it. ""Okay, this is weird."" ""What in the name of all the gods is going on?"" she whispered to herself as she drew her cloak around her. On top of that, she heard that same voice from two days ago whisper her name, the same voice that was there when she received the emerald flower. That with the story that the servants gave her and the mysterious boy only came to one conclusion. But surprisingly, the voice was caring and soothing and the empress wasn't frightened.<br/><br/>In fact she was actually much calmed by it but she was caught off guard when it used her nickname. Only her closest friends called her that. She tried to communicate with the voice, she didn't speak because she didn't want anybody to think she was crazy and also she needed the answers herself.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Wait, who are you? Are you the protection god called Thold, son of Ayahuitl the Lord of the Heavens? Did you send that child to me, and the flowers were from you weren't they? I saw you in my dreams.</span>she thought to the source of the voice, hoping she'd get answered."
639,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=75,2014-11-20T14:43:00,Alderann,"when Leticia asked her questions to Thold he decided to answer her.<br/><br/>"" yes I am Thold, son of the heavens, the forgotten one.""<br/><br/>The breeze continued to only be noticed by Leticia. To her it felt as if someone was caressing her cheek ever so softly.<br/><br/>Then Thold spoke to Leticia again.<br/>"" I am yours and you are mine ""<br/><br/>The voice still ever so calming and relaxing. The breeze continued and to Leticia it felt as if someone was massaging every part of her, relaxing her, not frightening or forceful at all.<br/><br/>Then out of no where a kiss on Leticia's cheek."
640,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=75,2014-11-20T15:22:00,Krugmar,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Nzem'thoth, <span style=""font-style: italic"">the Solitaire</span><br/>Loray</span><br/><br/>Nzem'thoth had finally arrived at the capital of Loray, and if his memory could recall it was also called Loray though he might be wrong. Decorations seemed to be everywhere which confused Nzem'thoth, had he missed something? What was going on?<br/><br/>""Obviously they are celebrating some kind of festival you moron!"" exclaimed Nzem in a bright burst of anger.<br/><br/>""Well excuse me for not knowing that, we haven't visited this city in a long time"" replied Thoth with a slight hint of emotion.<br/><br/>Nzem'thoth could see the citizens of Loray turning their heads to look at him and this confused him. What had he done to gain this attention, why was everyone else so strange? He carried on walking through the streets humming an ancient hymn he had learned when he was young.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""This is the perfect opportunity for some mischief and insanity""</span>suggested the voice in his head. The Whisperer was keen to gain the attention of mortals, such attention gave him more power and would allow him to stave off death for a while longer.<br/><br/>""Yes, Yes, YES!"" screamed Nzem at the top of his voice which attracted a large amount of attention from passing by citizens.<br/><br/>""Keep your voice down Nzem, or I will have to kill all of them"" grunted Thoth, angered by Nzem's constant antics. Nzem'thoths strange ways and attitude were already being noticed by the citizens and it would not take long for word to spread of a crazy man in the city."
641,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=75,2014-11-20T16:31:00,Masimino,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Loray Empire</span><br/><br/>Lokhtar finally arrived to the festival in Loray, where the Grand Festivities was foreign to Lokhtar's eyes. He didn't quite know where to look, but might as well try to engage the Loray's culture, as to better understand them. He enjoyed the entertainment that was being shown, he was amused, and he enjoyed the food, which was actually good. He was alone, journeying alone was dangerous, but he was brave (or foolish) to do it, but there was no danger while he was being traveling here.<br/><br/>He then (tried) to follow the customs, although he failed. He wasn't embarrassed because he was a foreigner and the others understood that, which was surprising to Lokhtar as he thought he would be laughed at. He then made his way to the palace, where he would meet the empress of the lands."
642,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=75,2014-11-20T16:34:00,The Starlight,"Elyrith's carriage pulled up in front of the castle. She had finally arrived, quickening the journey by riding her white stallion some of the way. Stepping out with her blue and silver gown, the moon crystal tiara on her head and the staff in her left hand, she walked up, and waited to be announced. It had been a long time since she had visited Loray.<br/><br/>Inyel sent a quick message back to Chantico, saying that though she had to keep an eye on the Moon Crystals, she would attend, though she would mainly observe in the form of one of her sacred animals, the snowy owl. It wouldn't be good for her to be there in her real form and as herself, since Elyrith was dressing up as her. But, she would later transform into a more humanoid form if needed or wanted."
643,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=75,2014-11-20T16:43:00,Raktio,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bentus <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320573&amp;p=22502930#p22502930"">wrote</a>:</cite>""And I don't know you, you say you're not an enemy but most of the world knows you as one.""<br/><br/>The words chilled Kalek to the bone, rendering him planted to the spot as the elf made her escape – vanishing into the shadows that lurked in the poorly lit room. She hadn’t made any sense, what did she mean God of Death? Kalek found himself confused and uncertain, having hoped to find some answers upon entering the library he had instead been presented with so many more unexpected questions.<br/><br/>""Is your business with me? If so I'd much appreciate at least getting enough time to fix this mess, I'd never hear the end of it from Jiiern when his time comes if I left this place a mess.""<br/><br/>The old man seemed unfazed by the brief confrontation, calmly returning the misplaced books to their shelves like it was but a minor nuisance. Kalek had forgotten he was not alone, the words of the woman ringing around his head like a ceaseless echo. He felt unsure how to react, realising that he himself had no excuse for his presence but that concern having fallen rapidly in his list of priorities. Bending down, he picked up a few of the stray tomes and handed them over to the librarian. “I mean it when I say that I mean no harm. But that woman, do you know who she was?”</div></blockquote><br/>Accepting the books and continuing to sort them back into their previous arrangements, ""of course you would mean no harm, after all if nobody was to die what would happen? Infinite suffering. I don't know her, although I can conduct research in hopes to get some ideas on who she might be at least related to, after all half elves are quite very rare. Being of the curios sort I wonder what business brings you to this library today, if you're not here to take me to the next world are you here to take someone else or do you have entirely different business?"""
644,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=75,2014-11-20T16:50:00,New Roman Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nuridia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320573&amp;p=22503821#p22503821"">wrote</a>:</cite>Chantico arrived at Gallith's home dressed in her favorite gown. ""Hello Galith, I see that you've gotten my invitation."" ""Well, let's get you an outfit so that we can get going, I don't want to be late meeting the empress."" the fire goddess said somewhat excitedly. In Loray, Leticia greeted this strange new retainer that Haneul picked up. ""So you're Elijah, well it's very nice to meet you."" ""You must be special if Haneul here picked you."" Just then, the guards came in and informed the empress that Tiberius and the Templars were here. ""That's strange."" ""They're probably here to try to pick up some new recruits, show them in."" the empress said, sipping her tea and tucked back a stray blonde curl that had fallen out of her hairstyle.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Tiberius and Sarlvari walked into the room where everyone has assembled. ""Ah Thold, It's a been a long time dear brother. How is our dear father? I have not seen or heard of him for more than a century. Actually it was before I had lived a mkng mortal's for two hundred years or So. Oh by the way, I am the God Sarlvari God of justice, righteousness and patron God to the Templars."" Informed Sarlvari.<br/><br/>""In Empress may I talk to you in a private room. It involves that delicate matter you wanted us to do for you. It's not complete yet, but we may have found a development that might help us in the long ru "" informed Tiberius as he didn't like having two God's in the room. One was enough, but two That's insane."
645,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=75,2014-11-20T17:05:00,Nuridia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Alderann <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320573&amp;p=22504702#p22504702"">wrote</a>:</cite>when Leticia asked her questions to Thold he decided to answer her.<br/><br/>"" yes I am Thold, son of the heavens, the forgotten one.""<br/><br/>The breeze continued to only be noticed by Leticia. To her it felt as if someone was caressing her cheek ever so softly.<br/><br/> Then Thold spoke to Leticia again.<br/>"" I am yours and you are mine ""<br/><br/>The voice still ever so calming and relaxing. The breeze continued and to Leticia it felt as if someone was massaging every part of her, relaxing her, not frightening or forceful at all.<br/><br/>Then out of no where a kiss on Leticia's cheek.</div></blockquote><br/>Leticia was able to greet Elyrith when she arrived and the Chief of Ozakaria. ""I'm glad you two could make it, it's very good to see you."" she smiled, offering them refreshments before her thoughts went back to Thold who apparently was a move fast type of god.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Okay, this is odd."" 'Lord Thold, if you would like to get to know me can you keep the touching to a minimum until I'm able to at least say I've known you for a good bit."" ""Or until at least you've shown me your face."" ""It's not proper, as an empress I have to uphold a standard.""</span>Leticia thought. She found this god fascinating, but what he was doing right now just kind of creeped her out. She had wanted to thank him for the lovely gifts but this had just thrown her off and as such she was quite relieved when Tiberius asked for a moment alone. However she was very surprised to have a man announce that he was the god Sarlvari. ""So many real gods are showing up, hello Lord Sarlvari."" Leticia curtsied and then she turned to the crowd. 'Excuse me everyone, but there is a quick state matter that requires my immediate attention."" ""It shouldn't take long, I'll be right back in just a little while."" ""Until then, enjoy the party and try not to kill eahc other."
646,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=75,2014-11-20T17:16:00,Masimino,"Lokhtar found this odd, he must have thought it was an emergency, but he wouldn't question the empress. He drank the refreshments which were of foreign taste to Lokhtar, who was more used to a stronger drink, but at least it was soothing and relaxing to the touch. He then turned to the elf that the Empress also greeted, who was snow and moon elf, he recognized both the features of both races. ""May I know you my lady?"" He asked humbly"
647,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=75,2014-11-20T17:26:00,Tomia,"Aldrean made his way towards the castle. He figured he would first try a simple approach. He walked to the gate and approached the guards. ""I need to enter the castle. I don't have an invitation but it's urgent I speak with the Empress."" He told the guards sternly."
648,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=75,2014-11-20T17:39:00,New Roman Empire,"Once they were I another room. Tiberius shut the door and made sure they were alone. Only Sarlvari was in the room with them. ""Now, like I said, we haven't found your sister. But we have obtained quite a few recruits. But I have something better, a idea on how to cure to release those from the dark ones taint. But the only problem is that It's an artifact that has been lost way before Sarlvari's time. Even he doesnt know where it is. Though I doubt he would admit that."" Informed Tiberius."
649,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=75,2014-11-20T18:13:00,The Starlight,"<blockquote><div><cite>Masimino <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320573&amp;p=22506640#p22506640"">wrote</a>:</cite>Lokhtar found this odd, he must have thought it was an emergency, but he wouldn't question the empress. He drank the refreshments which were of foreign taste to Lokhtar, who was more used to a stronger drink, but at least it was soothing and relaxing to the touch. He then turned to the elf that the Empress also greeted, who was snow and moon elf, he recognized both the features of both races. ""May I know you my lady?"" He asked humbly</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""I am Queen Elyrith Tarembor of Elnaria. And you? Are you the King of Ozakaria?"" Elyrith asked curiously. She had received a letter from the King of Ozkaria, asking for aid against Pen'daii, whom he wanted to unite with his kingdom, even though his was the minor kingdom, while Pen'daii was the major kingdom with more manpower. She admired his audacity, but she did not want to enter a foreign war with no legitimate reason as to why she should commit her elves to fight Pen'daii. No queen would commit to a foreign war without being involved someway, and Elnaria was the least of the kingdoms involved with the orcs. Elves generally saw orcs as brutal, unnecessarily warlike people, and though she tried to not have any prejudice against orcs, they had done nothing in her eyes to prove that stereotype false. Elves and orcs barely interacted, and relations were not generally very good. But she kept a polite tone in her voice, so to not offend the king."
650,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=75,2014-11-20T18:14:00,Nuridia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Tomia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320573&amp;p=22504036#p22504036"">wrote</a>:</cite>Galith was surprised when Chantico appeared in his home. He still wasn't used to that. She wore a very beautiful red gown and Galith couldn't help but notice how good she looked. He chided, himself, those weren't thoughts he should be having. He bowed his head to the goddess when she arrived. ""My lady, it is an honor to see you again. Thank you for your invitation it was most kind of you. Allow a few moments and I'll be ready to leave."" Galith went to his room and dawned his finest armor that he had actually only worn on one other occasion. It had been a gift from his former guild master who he replaced. He came back out a little while later wearing a fine set of golden armor with light streaks of red down the arms. It had small rubies embedded in the neck line and a roaring lion emblazoned on the chest. ""My lady, I'm ready to leave when you are."" Galith told the goddess.<br/>Abrok actually gave a small smile when the empress spoke to him. ""I'm not very special your majesty, but thank you for the compliment. My cause is though, and hopefully this event will allow help me further it. If the gods will, that is.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Well let's get out of here then handsome."" ""Hold on, it's going to be a hot ride."" Chantico smiled, taking Galith's arm and they both disappeard in a cloud of fire although Galith didn't get burned. When it went away, they were standing in the middle of the imperial palace of Loray. ""Well here we are."" ""I wonder where Leticia is, she's not the type to miss her own party."" ""Well, must've been an emergency."" The fire goddess had a ruby and diamond band holding her long hair in a high ponytail. Haneul had left when Leticia had gone and now beckoned Elijah to join her as she went with the other leaders. In the study, Leticia listened intently. ""There's an acutal cure?"" ""That's great, maybe it can break the spell!"" ""And I can have my sister back, I'm sure I'll find out where it is."" ""You've given me hope, thank you Tiberius."" the empress said with a grateful smile. With Aldrean, one of the guards stayed with him while another went to go get the empress. He knocked on the study door, knowing she conducted her official business there. ""Majesty, there is a cloaked man outside who says he wants to see you."" ""He says it's urgent and the leader of Qwen has arrived."" ""In fact a lot of people wish to see you today."" the guard said. Leticia sighed and stood up. ""I'll be right there."" she called. ""Lord Eldan, I must leave you now."" ""But we can talk more later, maybe during the feast."" the empress said, leaving the room and going out to where the guests were. After the last guard came out, they told Aldrean they would escort him to where the empress was."
651,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=75,2014-11-20T18:27:00,Masimino,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Starlight <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320573&amp;p=22507302#p22507302"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Masimino <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320573&amp;p=22506640#p22506640"">wrote</a>:</cite>Lokhtar found this odd, he must have thought it was an emergency, but he wouldn't question the empress. He drank the refreshments which were of foreign taste to Lokhtar, who was more used to a stronger drink, but at least it was soothing and relaxing to the touch. He then turned to the elf that the Empress also greeted, who was snow and moon elf, he recognized both the features of both races. ""May I know you my lady?"" He asked humbly</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""I am Queen Elyrith Tarembor of Elnaria. And you? Are you the King of Ozakaria?"" Elyrith asked curiously. She had received a letter from the King of Ozkaria, asking for aid against Pen'daii, whom he wanted to unite with his kingdom, even though his was the minor kingdom, while Pen'daii was the major kingdom with more manpower. She admired his audacity, but she did not want to enter a foreign war with no legitimate reason as to why she should commit her elves to fight Pen'daii. No queen would commit to a foreign war without being involved someway, and Elnaria was the least of the kingdoms involved with the orcs. Elves generally saw orcs as brutal, unnecessarily warlike people, and though she tried to not have any prejudice against orcs, they had done nothing in her eyes to prove that stereotype false. Elves and orcs barely interacted, and relations were not generally very good. But she kept a polite tone in her voice, so to not offend the king.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""High Chief of Ozakaria my lady, or in other words , king."" He said in a humble voice. ""It's an honor to meet the queen of Elnaria, and a crossbreed of a snow and moon elf might I add"" he was able to see the 2 races inside her, which was illuminating. He then changed the subject to something serious, which was about Pen'daii.<br/><br/>""I know my kin in the south are raiders, savages and generally war hungry, but My grandfather was able to end the nomadic ways and turn it into a permanent kingdom with a true king. I ask for your aid in Pen'daii, and to convince I would win, I will tell you something most people will not believe. My people are in the north, where the dark ones would come, or in the south, where my kin will be easily obliterated. Ask me, who would win against the dark ones? My kin in the disunited south or my kingdom in the North? Who for decades have experience war and trained for battle. My kin are not savages, but we are warlike because we MUST be. The Orcs and Elves are, admirable in their own way. But to support us would mean the end of the raids and skirmishes that has been occurring for years now. Please my lady, I ask you humbly, support me and I will the first to battle the dark ones. Manpower is nothing compared to experience."""
652,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=75,2014-11-20T18:51:00,Tomia,"Galith actually blushed when Chantico complimented him and took his arm. Being a fire mage he didn't mind the heat too much. They appeared in Leticia's palace together.<br/>Abrok heard Haneul call for him and he followed her. He seemed to be gaining her trust which he was glad of. He hoped he would be able to tell her soon. Aldrean nodded to the guards, keeping his hood up to hide his face from others. He had a feeling that his family might be there and he didn't want to run into them. He wondered how hard it would be for him to be able to convince her to accompany him to the guild. It would probably be difficult to convince her to leave her home but he had to."
653,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=75,2014-11-20T19:21:00,New Roman Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nuridia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320573&amp;p=22507328#p22507328"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Tomia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320573&amp;p=22504036#p22504036"">wrote</a>:</cite>Galith was surprised when Chantico appeared in his home. He still wasn't used to that. She wore a very beautiful red gown and Galith couldn't help but notice how good she looked. He chided, himself, those weren't thoughts he should be having. He bowed his head to the goddess when she arrived. ""My lady, it is an honor to see you again. Thank you for your invitation it was most kind of you. Allow a few moments and I'll be ready to leave."" Galith went to his room and dawned his finest armor that he had actually only worn on one other occasion. It had been a gift from his former guild master who he replaced. He came back out a little while later wearing a fine set of golden armor with light streaks of red down the arms. It had small rubies embedded in the neck line and a roaring lion emblazoned on the chest. ""My lady, I'm ready to leave when you are."" Galith told the goddess.<br/>Abrok actually gave a small smile when the empress spoke to him. ""I'm not very special your majesty, but thank you for the compliment. My cause is though, and hopefully this event will allow help me further it. If the gods will, that is.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Well let's get out of here then handsome."" ""Hold on, it's going to be a hot ride."" Chantico smiled, taking Galith's arm and they both disappeard in a cloud of fire although Galith didn't get burned. When it went away, they were standing in the middle of the imperial palace of Loray. ""Well here we are."" ""I wonder where Leticia is, she's not the type to miss her own party."" ""Well, must've been an emergency."" The fire goddess had a ruby and diamond band holding her long hair in a high ponytail. Haneul had left when Leticia had gone and now beckoned Elijah to join her as she went with the other leaders. In the study, Leticia listened intently. ""There's an acutal cure?"" ""That's great, maybe it can break the spell!"" ""And I can have my sister back, I'm sure I'll find out where it is."" ""You've given me hope, thank you Tiberius."" the empress said with a grateful smile. With Aldrean, one of the guards stayed with him while another went to go get the empress. He knocked on the study door, knowing she conducted her official business there. ""Majesty, there is a cloaked man outside who says he wants to see you."" ""He says it's urgent and the leader of Qwen has arrived."" ""In fact a lot of people wish to see you today."" the guard said. Leticia sighed and stood up. ""I'll be right there."" she called. ""Lord Eldan, I must leave you now."" ""But we can talk more later, maybe during the feast."" the empress said, leaving the room and going out to where the guests were. After the last guard came out, they told Aldrean they would escort him to where the empress was.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""She doesn't understand that I said we may have found a cure and not to mention that it was lost long before you were even born as a mortal. She is naïve about this, I said we might have a cure. I never said we had a cure, I don't think she understands the complexity of this whole situation. We didn't even get to the other part of the cure we found or I should say what you found. That it may kill her in the process, but the real problem is if we can find the damned thing. Which I am sure not even your grasp of lost knowledge will find it Sarlvari, no offence."" Informed Tiberius as he slammed his fist of the desk and walked out of the room to rejoin the main group.<br/><br/>""Yes, mortals are quite naïve about things when it comes to these matters. But it is hope that brings victory, that will change the world. The heart of man is a strange one, I learned how strange when I became a god. I thought I knew the heart of man when I became the first Grandmaster of the Templars, but I was wrong. She might find it, but she might now but that is not for us to decide. Our job is to ensure the Dark ones never gain a strong foothold in any of the known kingdoms. But let her ambition drive her to find it, if she does then well there will be hope for her sister after all."" Whispered Sarlvari to make sure no one else heard their conversation. Tiberius knew that Sarlvari was right and he would have to let fate go on and allow for them to see if the artifact could be found or even if it still exists."
654,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=100,2014-11-20T19:30:00,The Starlight,"<blockquote><div><cite>Masimino <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320573&amp;p=22507515#p22507515"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""High Chief of Ozakaria my lady, or in other words , king."" He said in a humble voice. ""It's an honor to meet the queen of Elnaria, and a crossbreed of a snow and moon elf might I add"" he was able to see the 2 races inside her, which was illuminating. He then changed the subject to something serious, which was about Pen'daii. <br/><br/>""I know my kin in the south are raiders, savages and generally war hungry, but My grandfather was able to end the nomadic ways and turn it into a permanent kingdom with a true king. I ask for your aid in Pen'daii, and to convince I would win, I will tell you something most people will not believe. My people are in the north, where the dark ones would come, or in the south, where my kin will be easily obliterated. Ask me, who would win against the dark ones? My kin in the disunited south or my kingdom in the North? Who for decades have experience war and trained for battle. My kin are not savages, but we are warlike because we MUST be. The Orcs and Elves are, admirable in their own way. But to support us would mean the end of the raids and skirmishes that has been occurring for years now. Please my lady, I ask you humbly, support me and I will the first to battle the dark ones. Manpower is nothing compared to experience.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Elyrith nodded at the compliment, but rather focusing on the major part of the discussion. ""It is true that it is said the Dark Ones will return from the north, and so Elnaria, Albion and your kingdom, which are all in the north, will face the brunt of the first attack, if or when it comes. However, I do not believe that Ozakaria would be first on their list, with you having less manpower than Albion or Elnaria. If that turns out to be true, I doubt that I could send enough of my elves south to fight Pen'daii while not leaving me vulnerable to attack from the north. What is the manpower of your kingdom and Pen'daii?<br/><br/>Though you speak true words, experience is better than manpower, but a expertly trained force of 100 soldiers cannot hold back 10,000 of the enemy forever, they will eventually be swept aside, no matter how many they take down with them. The larger army can afford to send wave after wave at the smaller force, taking no account for manpower, and the smaller force will eventually be overwhelmed. As for the raids, we snow and moon elves are a peaceful people, preferring to be left alone to our time. Your people were unfortunately the aggressors, and that has caused too many skirmishes over the years. I have been pleaded with by some councilors to attack your small nation, and I very nearly almost did, on several occasions. My elves are as skillful or more so than your warriors, but I dislike war. It frustrates me, why people must consort to war. As for facing the Dark Ones, I would wager that though your kingdom would probably do better than Pen'daii, you both would be overwhelmed without aid from other kingdoms and empires. Your offer to fight the Dark Ones first is commendable, but foolhardy. Would you fight against monsters, dark mages, demons and with dark gods with your kingdom alone? No, Pangden will, must be united to be able to fight against the Dark Ones. Your two orc kingdoms must be joined, but not through war, as it will weaken the victor. And so, no, I cannot send my elves to war against Pen'daii, while knowing that I leave our resources weakened and that the elves will be facing the brunt of the war and suffer most likely the more casualties out of our combined forces. I would only consider it if it was the best option or if several other realms were involved.<br/>I have something else in mind. The orcs of Pen'daii follow the mightiest, correct? I suggest that you challenge their king to a duel, you vs him, and the winner takes the united kingdoms. He will have no choice to accept, as otherwise he will appear weak and his people will rebel, making it easier for you to swallow them up. You look and talk like a warrior, and I have no doubt that you would win.<br/><br/>On the other hand, speaking of raids and skirmishes, I wish to secure a non-aggression pact with Ozakaria. No raids by the orcs or elves will take place ever again, and if an orc is killed by an elf or the other way around, judges of both races, along with ourselves will judge who is guilty and who is false. This is also to ensure that if I decide to commit my forces, you do not send orcs into my weakened lands to attack. I wish this was not necessary, but I fear that it is so. I shall think later on your predicament, and my mind is not completely made up. What say you, however, to what I have said?"" Elyrith asked."
655,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=100,2014-11-20T20:11:00,New Cinoth,"Upon arriving in Loray Ergon brought his horse to a halt to see how the girl was keeping up. Alyah looked like she was having the time of her life upon the horse. ""Tell me girl, is this your first time riding for a long time?"" She looked up at him, ""On a horse? Yup. My father and I usually traveled by foot."" Ergon sighed and shook his head, ""Well walking would have ruined that fine dress of yours."" She looked down on the tightened dress made of black satin, ""It is very nice..... But why again do I have to wear it?"" Ergon pointed at the palace looming on the horizon. ""We're going to be at a party and you need to look your best."" Throughout the ride here he had been secretly watching the girl. She was beautiful and serve as quite the badge of status to bed, however she didn't seem to be like that kind of lady, so for now he waited to make a proper move. ""Come now. We must'en be late.""<br/><br/>Upon being shown into the palace Ergon immediately set after the host in an attempt to locate the woman and give her the due diligence of thanking her. He hoped to be able to establish some sort of peaceful trade agreement with the other respective monarchs, at least until they became weak enough to crush underfoot without much trouble. As soon as he spotted the empress he made a beeline straight for her, ""Ah, you're looking quite lovely this evening, madam. I don't believe we've had the pleasure of meeting each other. I'm Ergon Valine of Camil.""<br/><br/>Alyah wandered about, gazing at all the fine dresses and richly decorated people. Her first instinct was to leave immediately but due to her agreement with Ergon she wouldn't.<span style=""font-style: italic"">I bet he'd be quite cross if I were to just disappear during this whole... Party. But if I'm gonna stay maybe i can meet some fun people.</span>She noticed a slightly pudgy women with many dangling bits of jewelry about her waist. Before she knew what she was doing she casually bumped the woman, made an apology, and walked calm away with a golden trinket studded with a single sapphire the size of her finger nails. She grinned to herself and slid it down her bodice. ""Some very fine friends indeed."" She began to cassually walk about, searching for someone new and interesting."
656,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=100,2014-11-20T20:25:00,Nuridia,"Chantico was going to go and greet the empress with Galith when she noticed a hulking man and an Elven girl dressed in black walk toward her. Well the man went straight for Leticia while the silver haired girl went off somewhere by themselves. The goddess couldn't help but be amused when she noticed the little sneak rob a finely dressed portly woman of a nice sized sapphire. ""Well, the little thief."" ""Certainly takes after her master, Ergon Valine does this to his own people all the time, robs them blind."" Chantico said as she sipped on an alcoholic drink and spoke to Galith. Leticia while speaking to some of the new guests turned around when she heard heavy footsteps walk toward her across the colorfully tiled floor. She inwardly groaned when she turned and saw who it was, but kept her appearance polite.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Well if it isn't the Thief King himself, probably come to turn the empire into his own treasure chest.</span>the blonde thought in her head as she then turned to Ergon. ""Well, your majesty."" ""I see you got my invitation, I'm glad you made it."" ""Thank you for the compliment, you look quite fetching yourself if I may say."" Leticia said. As she spoke, below the tiara long spilling ringlets l of champagne colored hair flowed to below the Empress' waist, her polite and cheerful tone not betraying what she thought."
657,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=100,2014-11-20T20:27:00,New Roman Empire,"Tiberius had been watching the girl from a far, he had noticed she slipped something into her dress. But he wasn't sure if he believed his eyes or not. But Tiberius had to admit, she was beautiful. She had to be the daughter of some noble or a servant who wore really nice clothing. Tiberius decided to go and talk to her, but he would be able to tell if she took anything off him. ""Ah, so you look lost in the sea of nobility. So I would assume that someone brought you here and that you have never been in a upper class party. So I would assume you either were locked in a tower or you are from the lower class. But anyway my name's Tiberius Eldan. Grandmaster of the Templars."" Informed Tiberius as he looked around."
658,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=100,2014-11-20T20:35:00,Tomia,"Galith laughed lightly at Chantico's words, he was surprised at how easy she was to speak to her. He saw her drinking alcohol as well. Galith himself didn't drink himself. He did not allow himself to do it as he was very strict with his vices. He needed to be unordered to keep his mastery with his magic. ""You must wonder why he needs more riches. I've always found that materials are distracting. Nature offers us much more than material goods can."" The Elven master said to the goddess. King Darius saw Galith arrive and was giving him a very dirty look.<br/>Aldrean was waiting for the empress in the entrance hall. He continued going over what he would say to her in his mind. He didn't feel like he was the right person to do this. He was sure he would say the wrong thing. He made his way to the throne room where people were mulling around and talking. He made his way to the empress moving as inconspicuously as possible. When he reached he he whispered softly, ""Your majesty, we need to speak. It is important. When you are done greeting your guests, please come find me outside. I don't much feel comfortable staying here too long."" He told her before quickly walking back before he could be seen by his family. His father was still too busy speaking to his wife and giving dirty looks to Galith."
659,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=100,2014-11-20T21:06:00,New Cinoth,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ergon</span><br/>Ergon grinned at the young empress and gave a polite bow. ""Thank you for your kind words."" He studied the young woman carefully, almost like he was slowly appraising her value.<span style=""font-style: italic"">She seems like quite tame. Not at all like the stories I've heard about her wit. Maybe people thought she had a sharp tongue only because they were focusing on a little more of a profound feature of hers at the time.</span>He nodded slightly to himself, coming to the same conclusion about her appearance as many other men had also undoubtedly done . ""While I normally don't mix business and pleasure I was hoping that sometime soon you and I may discuss a trade agreement? It would be quite beneficial to both of our respective territories.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Alyah</span><br/>""Well you see the Duke of Orford is waiting for me."" Alyah backed away from the young nobleman and to a less crowed section of the room.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Are all young noblemen so desperate for highborn women? Heh, I bet they think I'm just one of them, sitting here and discussing things while drinking fine wines and eating little pastries.</span>She blinked when a voice sounded directly behind her. Alyah turned slowly and blinked, she had never seen someone dressed like him before. It looked like an almost military unifrom, but strange and exotic. ""You're right."" She sighed, ""I guess I'm not that good at blending in up in the high life."" She adjusted her dress slightly, ""You're a Templar? I'm afraid I haven't heard of them before. Is it some kind of knightly order or something?"" Alyah wasn't the most knowledgeable about things outside of Camil but she was always enthralled by stories of adventure.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Finally someone fun to talk to who hasn't asked me about my bloodlines or heritage yet.</span>"
660,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=100,2014-11-20T21:17:00,Nuridia,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Cinoth <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320573&amp;p=22509464#p22509464"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ergon</span><br/>Ergon grinned at the young empress and gave a polite bow. ""Thank you for your kind words."" He studied the young woman carefully, almost like he was slowly appraising her value. <span style=""font-style: italic"">She seems like quite tame. Not at all like the stories I've heard about her wit. Maybe people thought she had a sharp tongue only because they were focusing on a little more of a profound feature of hers at the time.</span> He nodded slightly to himself, coming to the same conclusion about her appearance as many other men had also undoubtedly done . ""While I normally don't mix business and pleasure I was hoping that sometime soon you and I may discuss a trade agreement? It would be quite beneficial to both of our respective territories.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Alyah</span><br/>""Well you see the Duke of Orford is waiting for me."" Alyah backed away from the young nobleman and to a less crowed section of the room. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Are all young noblemen so desperate for highborn women? Heh, I bet they think I'm just one of them, sitting here and discussing things while drinking fine wines and eating little pastries.</span>She blinked when a voice sounded directly behind her. Alyah turned slowly and blinked, she had never seen someone dressed like him before. It looked like an almost military unifrom, but strange and exotic. ""You're right."" She sighed, ""I guess I'm not that good at blending in up in the high life."" She adjusted her dress slightly, ""You're a Templar? I'm afraid I haven't heard of them before. Is it some kind of knightly order or something?"" Alyah wasn't the most knowledgeable about things outside of Camil but she was always enthralled by stories of adventure. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Finally someone fun to talk to who hasn't asked me about my bloodlines or heritage yet.</span></div></blockquote><br/>Leticia saw Ergon study her and wasn't having it. It was like he was looking at merchandise to buy and was stunned at his audacity but she had to admire it. He had just put up a trade agreement and not even been at the party for five seconds. ""Well I know why you came, you've only just arrived after all."" ""A trade agreement, a lot of people have come to me today for proposals and wanting to talk to me."" ""No doubt I'll have a shitload of work to do after we visit the temples."" Leticia said, she was done being soft. She decided to let some of her bluntness slip out, she wasn't rude but didn't like it when men assessed her like that. She then turned to somebody with a cloak whispering to her over her shoulder about some other urgent matter. ""And who in the world might you be?"" Leticia asked, looking at this newcomer. ""Everybody wants something tonight."" ""Seriously, I'm making everybody who has official business with me wait until after the ceremonies and the dinner, I will hear everybody's proposal then."" ""I just got back from a court meeting."" Leticia said.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, Chantico was chanting with Galith and got wind of some tension in the room. She saw King Darius tossing all sorts of shade Galith's way and giving him looks like he was just the biggest piece of scum in the known universe. ""Did you piss in the King of Albion's coffee?"" ""What's wrong with him, the amount of shade he's throwing your way is making the room darker."" ""What's wrong with him, did you fuck his wife or what?"" Chantico asked Galith in a whisper, not appreciating the way her patron was being looked at."
661,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=100,2014-11-20T21:24:00,Tomia,"Aldrean merely shrugged at the Empress' words before he left. ""Very well your majesty, come find me when you are ready. I will be waiting."" He told her before leaving, not noticing Galith or Abrok.<br/>Galith was surprised by Chantico's candid language but was a little flattered by her concern for him. ""No my lady, I did not bed his wife. King Darius has long held a grudge against me my lady. Nine years ago his son and heir Aldrean renounced his royal status and left home to join the hero's guild. Darius blames me for this. He believes I stole his son from him."" Galith explained to the goddess."
662,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=100,2014-11-20T21:45:00,Alderann,"Thold was upset with himself about his actions. He didn't to disrespect the empress in any way but that is what he did. With whispers be apologized and left the Empress do her work.<br/><br/>Thold took his human form but he did not wear the armor. Instead he wore his white cloak and fine clothes, making it look like he was nobility so that no one would question who he was.<br/><br/>Thold walked to where everyone was gathered. Everyone was busy with talks about politics and such, none of this interested Thold. Instead he waited until Lokhtar was done speaking with the Empress.<br/><br/>When Lokhtar was alone and amongst the crowd Thold approached him.<br/><br/>"" do you the gifts?""<br/><br/>A simple question that Thold asked Lokhtar but I'm sure Lokhtar want expecting to be talking to a god.<br/><br/>"" you way to unite your people, I will help you but you must build temples to me. The world has forgotten me, I do not want to live in the shadows anymore.""<br/><br/>That was all that was said before Thold disappeared into the crowd.<br/><br/>While the Empress was still busy with her guests Thold whispered to her.<br/><br/>"" I apologize for my actions Empress.""<br/><br/>The voice was in a very sympathetic tone."
663,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=100,2014-11-20T21:53:00,Nuridia,"""What?!"" Chantico hissed. ""Well the boy was eighteen, he was of age!"" ""He was free to choose his own path in life just like everybody else, it was Aldrean's decision and not yours."" 'If anything, it was a parenting faux pas on his part."" ""Why can't parents just accept their children for what they are, he has three perfectly good sons that can be king."" ""Not everybody is born to rule, take Leticia for example."" ""She was the younger twin and not meant to be empress, but fate decided that she would so her sister went rogue and now Tish wears the crown."" ""It's called life, should I go talk to him?"" the redheaded goddess half asked-half demanded. While Leticia was standing with the guests, making a list of all the people she'd have to talk to after thr greetings she then noticed a man walk up to her. He had the same ice blue eyes as the man in her dreams and the same whispery voice. He had apologized for his actions. She was stunned a little before she spoke up.<br/><br/>""It's alright, I accept your apology."" ""While I didn't appreciate the violation of my personal space, I didn't think you meant any harm by it."" ""And now that I'm able to see your face I really must thank you for the gifts."" ""They were the most beautiful things I've gotten."" ""I apologize for not even knowing about you all these years."" Leticia said, her tone surprisingly sympathetic not givng away the knowledge that she knew who Thold really was. She then strode to the center of the room and rang a bell she kept around with her to address the crowd. ""Alright everyone, I see that during this party policy has been discussed."" '""Of course, it is a gathering of monarchs so that's the kind of things we talk about."" ""A number of people came up to me tonight with very official, important business that they said they wished to discuss."" 'And I want to make sure I get to everybody so everyone who has important business or policy to discuss, follow me to the council chamber so that we can take care of it."" ""And then the rest of the night we'll be free, at least I hope."" the empress half joked, calling up everyone who said they needed to talk to her."
664,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=100,2014-11-20T21:59:00,Alderann,"Thold was very disappointed in himself and while everyone that needed to speak to the Empress walked to the council chambers, the Empress was alone abs Thold could have a moment with her.<br/><br/>He walked up to her and took her by the hand.<br/><br/>"" Empress I will retire to my temple in the mountains while you discuss buisness. But I will be listening if you need me Empress.""<br/><br/>Thold then kissed the Empress on her hand."
665,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=100,2014-11-20T22:00:00,The Starlight,"Hearing the empress' announcement, Elyrith said to Lokhtar, ""Well, this is your chance to plead for support with the other kingdoms. I shall be in there with them, if you want to discuss further."" With that, Elyrith nodded her head in farewell and followed Leticia to the council chamber. Hopefully, some progress would be made about the future of Pangden."
666,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=100,2014-11-20T22:03:00,Tomia,"Galith shrugged his shoulders at Chantico's words. ""It isn't worth it my lady, please don't trouble yourself. I have tried to reason with him but he refuses to listen. I understand though, he wishes to blame someone for his failed relationship with his son. I do not believe he truly blames me in his heart. Thank you for your concern my lady, you are quite kind to me.""<br/>Aldrean heard Leticia call her guests into the council room. He figured he would have to follow her though he wasn't please by it. He sat in a chair in the corner trying not to be noticed. He would wait for Leticia to speak to him, though he hoped they would be able to speak alone. this would be a difficult conversation if it was just them, let alone with a crowd."
667,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=100,2014-11-20T22:38:00,Bentus,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ralina Elfkiller - Pen'daii lands</span><br/><hr/><br/>Ralina walked briskly into the command tent, she carried herself with an air of confidence – the entrance guards both standing ever so straighter as she walked by. She could hear the sounds of those inside bickering and debating about their actions, the raised voices of the commanders of the revolutionaries evocative of their current situation.<br/><br/>“Scouts have sighted the Tarlook’s forces here and here, perhaps that means that we could make a push by the tree-line.”<br/>“Are these the same scouts that told us the northern pass would be clear? Hah! They were hardly out there long enough to tell us the colour of the sky, let alone the numbers of the enemy.”<br/><br/>“What would you have them do Huntban, it is dangerous enough for them to foray close to their lines without having to stand still and take notes for your convenience!”<br/><br/>“Are you both not missing the point? They surround us on all sides – we don’t need scouts nor Gods to inform us of that.”<br/><br/>She clasped her fist to her chest, saluting the other orcs who turned momentarily away from the map spread out before them. There was an air of apprehension and tension within the tent as the revolutionaries tried to find some way out of the trap the Tarlook had sprung on them. A wizened, weathered face nodded sagely towards Ralina, a smile appearing on its tired features. “Ralina, it is good to see you safe – how fares the lines?” Mukrek Ironwill, the head of Khorli clan and instigator of one of the largest uprisings against a Tarlook in Pen’daii history, looked over the young woman with caring eyes. He had long since ceased doubting in the abilities of his fiercest of Chiefs, but he couldn’t help but feel a sliver of paternal worry whenever she faced the blades of their foes. Maybe he was becoming too sentimental with his age, they were waging a war after all.<br/><br/>Ralina threw down her bloodied sword onto the table, expressing her anger. “No matter how many we cut down there are always twelve more ready to take their place. The Tarlook has the whole camp surrounded and unless we find some way to break out, I fear that we shall be routed in this noose.” She should probably have acted more respectfully towards the chief; but Ralina felt the fatigue of battle weighing down on her, the rage of seeing so many brave Pan’daii cutting each other down so needlessly burning within her chest. “My Chief, as we speak the forces of the Tarlook are amassing to assault us – we’re exposed and surrounded by a defendable tree-line. Should we not act now it we will suffer a slaughter.”<br/><br/>Mukrek looked around at the other chiefs that stood around the table. He couldn’t help but notice how they all gave the young woman a noticeable berth – something which they had all taken great pains to do since that fool Hugrag had tried to court her. The old orc’s eyes almost laughed at the memory of the proud warrior being so humiliated before his kin. Later he would claim that he had gone easy on the woman out of respect, but no-one could miss the way he seemed to suddenly become so tame whenever the leader of Baga was around. Mukrek sighed deeply, now Hugrag was most probably dead. Lying in a pool of his own blood somewhere in the field beyond the tent’s flaps. Each of his fellow chiefs wore the same resigned look on their features, each recognising a battle which they simply could not win.<br/><br/>“Very well.” Mukrek said eventually. “I’m issuing a retreat. We will scatter into our bands and lose the Tarlook to the wilds.” Ralina, along with the other chieftains, all nodded: the enemy could never hope to follow them all. She cast a quick glance around the table, wondering how many of those around her would make it out of the trap alive."
668,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=100,2014-11-20T23:19:00,Masimino,"""Yes, we should"" he then followed the other monarchs to the Council Chamber. It was, fancy, to Lokhtar. He was more used to rugged and roughness of his old home, but nonetheless, He knows what's at stake and he will not fail. While following the empress, he thought about what Elyrith said, maybe war wasn't the choice he thought was right, maybe the Elf was right. For now, Lokhtar seemed to be confused on what to do, Battling was in his blood and about what the elf said, it's all true. Why would the Dark Ones come after Ozakaria? We're no major kingdom, only founded a few decades ago while the other kingdoms were established centuries! He must have been too blind to see his error and agreed with the Elf, war is inevitable, but Pen'daii could be won without spilling the blood of thousands or more. Only 1 will stand and he will be the Strongest one"
669,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=100,2014-11-21T00:09:00,Bentus,"<blockquote><div><cite>Raktio <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320573&amp;p=22506180#p22506180"">wrote</a>:</cite>Accepting the books and continuing to sort them back into their previous arrangements, ""of course you would mean no harm, after all if nobody was to die what would happen? Infinite suffering. I don't know her, although I can conduct research in hopes to get some ideas on who she might be at least related to, after all half elves are quite very rare. Being of the curios sort I wonder what business brings you to this library today, if you're not here to take me to the next world are you here to take someone else or do you have entirely different business?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Kalek - H'tek, Malway</span><br/><hr/><br/>Kalek frowned, ""I don't know truthfully myself. Something drew me here, perhaps Tenepal has plans for me that I have yet to realise."" He still found himself straying back to the words of the mysterious woman, their meanings eluding him whilst still casting his mind into doubt. ""A half-elf you say?"" Kalek hadn't realised it. Indeed he sheepishly admitted to himself that he hadn't seen a great many elves in his travels at all.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Who was she? What was she doing here?</span>Nothing but questions were all Kalek had to show for the past day. ""Please, if you could find out anything at all about her I'd be in your debt."" He replied to the librarian. He'd come to his decision - this time he was not simply going to venture back out into the desert. The hordes weren't going anywhere and that woman owed him an explanation beyond a simple dismissal.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ralina Elfkiller - Pen'daii lands</span><br/><hr/><br/>The sounds of battle and death had faded into the distance, save for the occasional cry or clang of metal on iron from somewhere beyond the jungle growth. The Baga warband pressed on, Ralina refusing to look back in fear that she’d find the faces of those she left behind looking back. They had known that the breakout would be risky and that many of them would inevitably lose their lives, but the massacare that resulted was beyond even what she imagined. It wasn’t a slaughter, far from it, the retreating rebels met the Tarlook’s forces blow for blow, life for life, and the grass was soaked red from the result.<br/><br/>“Come on! The runts are right on our tail, we can’t stop yet.” Ralina cried out to her men, urging them onwards – some fielding uncovered wounds and injuries. Even with a single glance she realised that there’d be more deaths to mourn even if they did manage to evade the Tarlook’s troops.<br/><br/>“Elfkiller!” She turned to face the scout as he rode to her side, saluting as he did so. The man was sweating from the exertion of constant riding, trying to keep tabs on their pursuers. The scouts were constantly in the thick of it, Ralina’s eyes and ears in this game of cat and mouse with her quarry.<br/><br/>“Have you found them?” The orc nodded breathlessly, Ralina noticing the blood dripping from a cut on his arm.<br/><br/>“Aye, we found them not two minutes by Warg to our rear.” Ralina struggled not to let her surprise show.<span style=""font-style: italic"">They are that close?</span>She was being forced to travel with the wounded and dying whilst her foe could call on a seemingly limitless pool of bodies – it was only a matter of time. The scout seemed to realise his Chief’s concern. “But that is not all – they were being engaged by Mukrek.”<br/><br/>Ralina’s eyes widened in shock. “Did they catch him?”<br/><br/>“No, no that’s not it. The Khorli were<span style=""font-style: italic"">attacking them</span>.”<br/><br/>Ralina was at a loss for words as she tried to place what she was hearing into context. When it all fell into place she almost flew into a blind rage. “That accursed Murr’Drangu!” She swore at the heavens for the old man’s damned pride.<span style=""font-style: italic"">He promised! We had agreed!</span>Ralina felt a desperate urge to kill something that very moment. Mukrek had turned his band around in an attempt to buy them some time, sacrificing his life so that his followers may escape. She rounded on the scout, “Where were they?”<br/><br/>The man raised his hands in a pleading gesture, “Please my Chief – it is too late. We cannot go back, we will be but throwing our own lives away and making their sacrifices worthless.” She knew he was right but woe to the Gods if she was going to admit it. But heavens knew he was right. Ralina took a deep breath, trying to calm her mind and think. Mukrek’s actions would buy them enough time to flee the battlefield, but they had to take advantage of it and remain unseen.<br/><br/>“Very well. Replace your mount and have some water. We shall continue movi –“<br/><br/>“Scout! Scout!” The cry went up from the side of the column of orcs, loud and clear. “Enemy scout!”<br/><br/>Before anyone else could react, Ralina dug her heels into the side of her mount, rocketing out towards where the cry had gone out. If that scout made it back to the main force then they’d be run down within the hour. She guided her Warg through the brush, losing all sense of direction but never losing sight of the orc in front of her. Ralina realised that she should’ve been paying more attention to how she was going to retrace her steps, but in the heat of the moment she found herself overcome with her anger and rage. The lives of so many fallen demanded that she exact vengeance on<span style=""font-style: italic"">something</span>, be it the Tarlook himself or a lone scout acting in his steed. Nothing else mattered.<br/><br/>As the chase drove deeper into the jungle, the scout desperately trying to lose his pursuer to no avail, the distance between them began to close. Reaching for her sword, Ralina cursed when her hand brushed against an empty sheath. Undeterred, she pressed her mount even faster – the heavy panting of the beast evidence of the great strain it was being placed under. Soon, it would collapse from the exertion. They were racing across the floor at now-dangerous speeds, but the risks failed to dissuade Ralina from her course. With a final tug of the reigns, she swung her Warg towards the side of her quarry, leaping off from its back at the last moment. Her full weight and momentum was placed behind her shoulder as she collided with the scout – knocking them both clean into the brush.<br/><br/>She felt a rib crack under the strain and winced as her own shoulder buckled from the impact. And then, they were rolling, tumbling down some kind of cave that had been obscured by overgrowth. The dirt and grass had given way to stone and when she finally came to a stop, Ralina found herself lying in some kind of ancient structure. She panted heavily, gritting her teeth as her rage propelled her through the pain in her shoulder. Her eyes darted across the large room, dotted with stone pillars and strange engravings on the walls.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Where is he?</span>To her eyes, it looked like some kind of abandoned temple, but she was never one to commune with the Gods: they had long since abandoned her people anyway. Suddenly, she felt an object impact into her side – the scout had run in from the shadows to tackle her to the floor. The two fought viciously, like animals driven by primitive instincts of survival. Ralina watched as the scout went to grab a knife sheathed around his leg. With no weapon of her own to parry with, she went to bring up her arm in an attempt to block the blow – but before her opponent could strike a loud crack sounded throughout the otherwise silent cavern and the ground fell out from beneath them.<br/><br/>When Ralina came to, she found herself in but another level of the temple. She had no idea how long she had been out, but the dust still had yet to settle so it couldn’t have been long. Her head felt dazed and her hand came away bloodied when she reached up to touch it. The room was smaller than the vast hall that she had initially found herself in, but it was entirely empty save for the rubble from above and a strange altar standing in its centre. Her eyes ran over the depictions on the walls, showing kneeling beings bowing to a great figure clad in armour and wielding a might shield. Driven by curiosity, Ralina stumbled her way closer to the images, wincing at an unexpected pain in her right leg. As she got closer, some of the old scribbles became legible – if only in an archaic, wrap-around kind of war.<br/>“Oh lord of the shield and protector of the worthy, thou art our saviour and we art thou servants: All hail to thee, Thold.”<span style=""font-style: italic"">Thold?</span>She’d never heard of that one before, and really doubted he was even real – the ancients had always been a superstitious bunch, believing in something even above the Gods of the world.<br/>Just then, a loud groan echoed through the chamber. Ralina’s eyes narrowed on the source: the orc scout desperately crawling on the floor to where his knife lay on its side. Both of his legs were crushed and disfigured by the rubble and Ralina wondered how he even expected to get out of the room should he manage to kill her. Picking herself up off the ground and ignoring the agonising pain that shot through her knee, Ralina stalked towards the struggling figure.<br/><br/>The orc heard the sound of approaching footsteps and his floundering took on a whole new sense of desperation as he tried to reach for the knife. “No, no, no!” He cried out as the tips of his fingers began to brush against the hilt of the blade. But before he could get any closer, Ralina slammed down her foot on his hand, the scout letting out a paralysing scream of pain. She found herself relishing in the suffering.<span style=""font-style: italic"">That’s right. How many have you butchered today? How many cries have you blocked out?</span>She twisted her foot with malice, feeling the satisfying crunch of the fragile hand bones snapping under the pressure. The orc was reduced to whimpers when she finally granted him respite. He clutched his hand feebly to his chest, trying to nurse the shattered digits.<br/><br/>“Pathetic.” Ralina spat on the body, walking over to and picking up the waiting dagger. As she approached the dying orc, a strange thought occurred to her, perhaps due to her anger or the blood loss from her wounds. With a firm hand, she grabbed the orc’s hair and dragged him to the centre of the room, where the altar stood.<br/>Her victim’s eyes widened in horror as he realised what she was planning. “No, please! I swear I won’t tell them anything!” His final please fell on death ears as Ralina hurled the weakened from onto the intricately carved stone slab. With one hand, she pressed the scout’s neck into the stone, holding him in place. His arms flailed uselessly about, lacking the energy to pose any kind of threat.<br/><br/>“Perhaps this God will have mercy on your soul.”<br/><br/>And with that, she brought the dagger down."
670,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=100,2014-11-21T03:49:00,New Roman Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Cinoth <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320573&amp;p=22509464#p22509464"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ergon</span><br/>Ergon grinned at the young empress and gave a polite bow. ""Thank you for your kind words."" He studied the young woman carefully, almost like he was slowly appraising her value. <span style=""font-style: italic"">She seems like quite tame. Not at all like the stories I've heard about her wit. Maybe people thought she had a sharp tongue only because they were focusing on a little more of a profound feature of hers at the time.</span> He nodded slightly to himself, coming to the same conclusion about her appearance as many other men had also undoubtedly done . ""While I normally don't mix business and pleasure I was hoping that sometime soon you and I may discuss a trade agreement? It would be quite beneficial to both of our respective territories.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Alyah</span><br/>""Well you see the Duke of Orford is waiting for me."" Alyah backed away from the young nobleman and to a less crowed section of the room. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Are all young noblemen so desperate for highborn women? Heh, I bet they think I'm just one of them, sitting here and discussing things while drinking fine wines and eating little pastries.</span>She blinked when a voice sounded directly behind her. Alyah turned slowly and blinked, she had never seen someone dressed like him before. It looked like an almost military unifrom, but strange and exotic. ""You're right."" She sighed, ""I guess I'm not that good at blending in up in the high life."" She adjusted her dress slightly, ""You're a Templar? I'm afraid I haven't heard of them before. Is it some kind of knightly order or something?"" Alyah wasn't the most knowledgeable about things outside of Camil but she was always enthralled by stories of adventure. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Finally someone fun to talk to who hasn't asked me about my bloodlines or heritage yet.</span></div></blockquote><br/><br/>Tiberius chuckled, ""The Templars are an order that has only just come back from the brink of destruction. We lost so many during the war long ago that we lost many of our secrets up until three days ago. But you are definitely not of noble blood if you haven't heard of us. But don't worry, I am not either very few Templars are of noble blood. We don't believe any man is better than another just because of blood. But that doesn't mean we don't show them respect when we visit the nobility. But, there are many tales of adventure about Templars if you love to hear stories. I could tell you some, but I will tell you now. Some of them seem impossible to have happened and I thought the same thing until we found our long lost fortress and I read the accounts myself."""
671,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=100,2014-11-21T07:33:00,Tarnen,"Malus watched as guests entered the Empress's party, smiling to himself as he put on a<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://img2.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20131009054053/narutofanon/images/6/67/Golden_Mask.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">golden mask</a>transforming him into a<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://img1.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20140205191840/storywikmaine/images/5/52/Rumplestiltskin.png"" rel=""nofollow"">man</a>not corrupted by magic a version of his former self, as he walked into the party at least unnoticed by the guards. He began to mingle with the people of social importance and the like, none of them the wiser. He politely excused himself as Malus as he walked into another group of people. ""Captain Donald Knox, your reputation proceeds you. I'm sorry were are my manners the name is Malachi, I'm hail from the northern region of Albion."" Holding out his hand to shake it."
672,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=100,2014-11-21T09:15:00,Nuridia,"""It's no trouble, I'd be a poor goddess if I didn't look out for my devotees."" Chantico said, and then noticed a man in a golden mask slip into the party. ""Well who's that, I don't remember the empress inviting him."" ""And he doesn't look like anybody's guest, Leticia needs to get some new guards."" ""Let's go keep an eye on this guy if he tries anything funny."" the fire goddess told Galith, stoll holding onto his arm. Meanwhile in the council chamber, Empress Leticia asked everybody to have a seat while her visiting cousin the Grand Duke Peter would fill in for her with greeting the guests. It was a very large and spacious room with wide windows, standing b the Empress' seat were her top advisors. ""Alright, who's first?"" ""We don't have a lot of time."" Leticia said to the gathered people."
673,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=100,2014-11-21T09:38:00,Tomia,"Galith smiled at Chantico before he noticed the man in the golden mask as well. ""Yes, we should keep an eye on him. I wouldn't be surprised if Naric tried to send someone to attack at this party."" Galith still had a tendency to call the Centurion Naric, though most people didn't know that name anymore. He also noticed that Chantico was still hodling onto his arm and blushed slightly, but didn't pull away.<br/>Aldrean stood up after the empress spoke, glad that his family wasn't in the room. He finally removed his hood revealing his long, flowing blond hair. ""Your majesty, I must speak with you alone. This is not for the pubic's ears. I will wait as long as you need me to, but we must speak alone."" He told her, looking into her eyes with determination."
674,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=100,2014-11-21T10:29:00,Alderann,"THOLD 'S TEMPLE<br/><br/>the temple had not had a worshipper in it in centuries. It lay decaying forgotten by all and consumed by the forrest. A once mighty structure that represented power, now was barely see shell of it's former glory.<br/><br/>Thold had been forgotten by the world. No more did the people pray for protection no more did they wish to have the light shown to them. All of Thold's temples lay in ruin.<br/><br/>The world had forgotten all that Thold did for his worshippers. The world use to praise Thold for his love, for his greatness, for all that he was. Now Thold had fallen from the minds of all, but it was not always like this.<br/><br/>In the ancient times Thold was worshipped by all, Thold is the son of the heavens. Powerful and loving. When a third of the gods revolted against his father's rule it was Thold that lead the armies and defeated them. It was Thold that spared cities from the wrath of the gods, it was Thold.<br/><br/>But no more was it worshipped and no more was his temples visited. Until now, Thold could sense the disturbance in the temple, the struggle that was happening. He felt the pain and determination that Ralina felt.<br/><br/>Thold felt as Ralina brought the dagger down onto her opponent ending the struggle. There she sat after the fight exhausted and hurt, but Ralina did not know that she just paid the price to Thold, it was an ancient price, a life for a life.<br/><br/>In the darkness the temple seemed to come alive, the torches that have lay dormant for so long came to life on their own, illuminating the chamber. A mist seemed to come out of nowhere staying close to the temple floor but filling every inches of chamber.<br/><br/>Then a voice spoke to Ralina, no in a harsh manner. The voice was firm but calming and soothing "" Ralina"". The voice was of Thold himself.<br/><br/>Out of the mist a man wearing a white cloak and silver armor appeared and walked into the chamber, past the sacrifice alter and to Ralina. Kneeling down he placed his hand on Ralina' forehead.<br/><br/>"" Ralina your soul is pure. And you paid the price a life for a life. Your wounds will be healed. Take this necklace so that you will always be protected.""<br/><br/>The necklace that Thold gave Ralina was silver with the symbol of Thold. Then Thold pointed to a small door.<br/><br/>"" take the armor that lays in there and the battle axe. Your enemies will never be able to strike you down as long as you wear it.""<br/><br/>Then with a flash Thold disappeared. But a fountain in the chamber began to have water run through it. And the smell of food enter the chamber. And Thold's voice spoke once more.<br/><br/>"" was and drink. Regain your strength. Pray and I will listen."""
675,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=100,2014-11-21T10:52:00,Nuridia,"""You insist that you need to talk to me alone."" ""So do a lot of people, not one person trumps the other twelve you know."" Leticia said simply. ""It must be important since you keep insistant on it, but it must be quick."" ""I have many business matters to attend to not to mention the party must still be organized and the offerings for the gods properly delivered."" ""Come, we'll talk in the hall."" ""You have five minutes sir."" The empress spoke to Aldrean ansd stood up, asking that everyone excuse her for a bit before stepping out into the hall."
676,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=100,2014-11-21T10:57:00,The Armed Republic of Dutch Coolness,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""> Marvyre Emberfury<br/>Loray Empire</span><br/><br/>""Mistress, there are armed riders heading our way..""<br/><br/>Marvyre gave a slow nod from atop her horse as the party stopped at a small crossroad. ""I know. You there.."" she motioned to one of the wights, clad in baroque armor and wearing a large axe. ""You were some sort of warrior-king in your life. No doubt these armed fellows are aggressive. Fend them off for as long as you can."" The wight nodded, and wheeled his steed, ready to meet the soldiers head on as soon as they came. Marvyre turned towards the rest.<br/><br/>""Half of you shall ride for Emberfury Hall. My parents have died, and no doubt some minor noble has taken hold of it and now lives there. Dispose of him, and prepare it for my return. Please don't kill the servants."" She gave a thin smile at that. ""The rest of you will follow me. We ride for th capitol. I have a feast to attend to, wether I am invited or not.""<br/><br/>Marvyre spurred her horse, and rode for the Empire's capital, her followers in her wake."
677,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=100,2014-11-21T11:24:00,Raktio,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bentus <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320573&amp;p=22510890#p22510890"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Raktio <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320573&amp;p=22506180#p22506180"">wrote</a>:</cite>Accepting the books and continuing to sort them back into their previous arrangements, ""of course you would mean no harm, after all if nobody was to die what would happen? Infinite suffering. I don't know her, although I can conduct research in hopes to get some ideas on who she might be at least related to, after all half elves are quite very rare. Being of the curios sort I wonder what business brings you to this library today, if you're not here to take me to the next world are you here to take someone else or do you have entirely different business?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Kalek - H'tek, Malway</span><br/><hr/><br/>Kalek frowned, ""I don't know truthfully myself. Something drew me here, perhaps Tenepal has plans for me that I have yet to realise."" He still found himself straying back to the words of the mysterious woman, their meanings eluding him whilst still casting his mind into doubt. ""A half-elf you say?"" Kalek hadn't realised it. Indeed he sheepishly admitted to himself that he hadn't seen a great many elves in his travels at all. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Who was she? What was she doing here?</span> Nothing but questions were all Kalek had to show for the past day. ""Please, if you could find out anything at all about her I'd be in your debt."" He replied to the librarian. He'd come to his decision - this time he was not simply going to venture back out into the desert. The hordes weren't going anywhere and that woman owed him an explanation beyond a simple dismissal.</div></blockquote><br/>Slaviol taught fora moment, ""I'll see what I can find in the Archives, though I must say Death being indebted to an old mortal is somewhat amusing, don't worry I don't want immortality. So where do you intend to head next, I'd suggest you go to one of the elven realms and start there, see if you can catch any wind of any shadow magic using elves."""
678,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=100,2014-11-21T12:06:00,Tomia,"""Believe me your majesty. You will find what I have to say especially important."" He nodded when she said they would talk outside and followed her. Once they were along he took out the drawing from his pocket and handed it too. ""I saw you in my dreams. Abrok, the god of prophecy sent me to find you. I am from the hero's guild your majesty. It is the hero's guild destiny to restore balance, and defeat the Centurion. It's your destiny your majesty. You are one of us."" He told her, looking into her eyes. He didn't know how she would react."
679,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=125,2014-11-21T12:32:00,Nuridia,"The capital's security had been tightened for the party so there were extra guards posted on the gates and the Archmage had mages posted in the city and there were soldiers on patrol as well on high alert. In the forest, the company that had been sent after the elven warlock looked at the knight, he seemed to be possessed by magic. ""State your business here at once."" the leader said, the others had their weapons at the ready in case this possessed man tried to attack. They sent some men after the fleeing elf mage and the rest stayed behind. In the palace, Leticia heard Aldrean's words and was surprised. She raied an eyebrow. ""A hero?"" ""You mean me, a hero?"" ""How, I'm more of a mage than a warrior and I never had training at the Guild."" 'Anyway, how do you know all of these things?"" ""Who in the world are you?"" the empress questioned Aldrean."
680,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=125,2014-11-21T12:48:00,The Armed Republic of Dutch Coolness,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""> Marvyre Emberfury<br/>Loray Empire</span><br/><br/>Upon closer inspection, it would be visible that the knight had passed long ago, rotting flesh hanging from bleached bones. The figure sat ominously atop of his horse, and held his axe tight, saying nothing, just waiting. After an awkwardly long silence, a single word rasped from its throat. ""Death."" The wight spurred his steed, riding forward and lashing out with his axe with unholy speed.<br/><br/>Marvyre Emberfury looked at the horizon, where the capital's walls could be seen in the distance. She raised her hand. ""Stop, all of you. You shall stay here and await my return. I do not want anyone to think of me more suspiciously than they already might. As much as I... appreciate your company, I shall do this alone."" The rest of the party settled down, as Marvyre continued her way, brushing her hair with one hand, while clutching her steed's rains with the other."
681,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=125,2014-11-21T12:51:00,Tomia,"""I am hero your majesty, just like you are."" Aldrean told her sincerely. ""My name is Aldrean. I was sent to find you. Even if you don't believe you're a hero your majesty, you are. Abrok has shown me, there is no mistake. You haven't been trained yet, but you will be. When you're ready, you must come with me to the guild. You need to be trained as soon as possible. We need you your majesty."" He told her sincerely."
682,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=125,2014-11-21T13:03:00,Bentus,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ralina Elfkiller – Pen’daii lands</span><br/><hr/><br/>Lying with her back resting against the temple wall, the interior of the ancient structure once again had fallen silent. Only Ralina’s heavy breathing disturbed the calm air, the corpse of the scout resting lifeless atop the altar. She felt exhausted and defeated, the rage and anger having left her along with the adrenalin of the struggle. Her situation was worse than hopeless, she was trapped underground, most likely with a broken leg, and even if she could reach the surface, what then? Even whilst she sat there her comrades would be dying above – cut down and hunted like dogs by the Tarlook’s forces. Those of them who did manage to slip away would be pursued across the lands until they were all re-united in the next life. They’d lost.<br/><br/>Ralina felt a heavy weight falling over her mind, like a thick cloud was hanging over her conscience. She sighed, disappointed that the end would be like this. She’d always imagined it being in the glorious heat of battle, fighting toe-to-toe with a worthy foe – not in some forgotten temple where her body would unlikely ever be found.<span style=""font-style: italic"">It won’t be long though,</span>she reasoned,<span style=""font-style: italic"">already starting to hallucinate.</span>Her tired mind was playing tricks on her, her eyes showing her images of the temple bursting into rebirth. But of course, that was impossible.<br/><br/>“Ralina.”<br/><br/>She couldn’t believe what she was seeing, but strangely couldn’t bring herself to deny it either. The God – for what else could he possibly be – approached Ralina. His words were comforting, calming. She felt reassured, and when his hand rested against her forehead, she felt energy flow into her body. Her wounds closed themselves, her pain dissipating and even her hunger and fatigue starting to fade. When the God vanished, she was left alone to ponder what she had just experienced.<br/><br/>Slowly, but surely, the cogs in Ralina’s mind began to process the past few minutes. Cautiously, she pulled herself up, gingerly testing her once-wounded leg to see that it had been fully healed. More than that, she felt better than ever. Ralina’s eyes fell upon the door at other side of the room, a grin spreading itself across her features. She could win this.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Pen’daii – The Present</span><br/><hr/><br/>The tavern was bustling with customers, orcs of all shapes and sizes filling its seats and the air with their loud and boisterous presence. Many of them were travellers, journeying between the small and sparse permanent settlements that dotted Pen’daii – whilst others were residents looking to unwind and perhaps even get into a blood-pumping fist fight before the night’s end. In fact one such brawl was playing out back at that very moment. The orcs were a violent race by nature, united by confrontation and conflict along with a shared barrel of liquor. Within their society the taverns held an important role as a communal meeting area, whether it be used for the letting off of steam or the dissemination of information.<br/><br/>Around one table of the, a number of orcs sat over their hefty mugs, each listening intently to a single speaker who was mid-way through recounting the most recent tales from his travels.<br/><br/>“That was it – they were done for without a shred of a doubt. Not the apocalypse nor the Gods could have saved them as the Tarlook’s forces closed in. They were hounded through the jungle and slaughtered like cattle, honourable battle giving way to pointless murder.” There were grunts of disapproval from some of the audience, unhappy at the thought of orcs butchering their kin in such a way. “But amidst all this death and this chaos, when the Baga and the Khorli and all of them were clinging to the last of their ropes, when the Tarlook’s troops were giddy with victory and arrogant with confidence, she emerged.” The speaker took a swig from his drink, letting the silence hang for but a moment to help build the suspense. “In but an hour the tides had turned so suddenly and so totally. Those loyal to the Tarlook found themselves harassed by shadows and ghosts, ambushed by warriors who faded into the growth as quickly as they would emerge. Driven inexorably back to where they started, the soldiers crowded together, seeking safety in their numbers in the wide open field. They waited, bracing themselves for the attack that would inevitably come, ready to see it crushed against the walls of their shields. But the sun continued to move across the sky, minutes turning to hours as they stood – never being able to relax or relent, jumping at the smallest of flies.” There were a few nervous chuckles from around the table. “Then, when they were beginning to think that their foe had fled, a lone mount burst from the canopy – charging with no fear towards the lines of warriors.”<br/><br/>“The Elfkiller.” Now the murmurs from around the table turned into outright conversation, with each orc determined to add their own rumours and recounts to the mix.<br/><br/>“I heard that ‘em elves tried to kill her as a child, set fire to ‘er whole band. But that she killed ‘em all, with but a dagger.” The orc nodded sagely, certain in the accuracy of his knowledge.<br/><br/>“I heard she fought a squad by herself with but a drop of sweat to show for the effort. The swords that dared oppose her striking only air where once flesh and armour had stood.”<br/><br/>Another orc leaned in close, intent on not allowing himself to be left out of the gossip, “Yer’ think?” He looked over his shoulder as if to check that nobody was listening. “I heard that she’s not of this plane, an Angel of Death sent by the Gods themselves to punish those who have lead us astray.”<br/><br/>The previous speaker appeared sceptical. “Naw, can’t be. The Gods don’t work like that – they ain’t like to get their ‘ands dirty.”<br/><br/>The orc grinned wildly, as if he was revealing some great hidden secret, “That’s just it. It can’t be one of the normal lot of Gods then. It’s got to be another one! How else do you think She’s managed it? The Tarlook tries to keep a lid on it, but we’ve all heard the tales. Whole clans have declared their allegiance, and any force sent to confront them – no matter their size – faces certain defeat. How could that be anything but divinity?”<br/><br/>The original speaker, annoyed at having his story interrupted, growled to express his displeasure. “Aye, but divine or not – she would make a fine Tarlook.”<br/>The eyes of the other tavern-goers widened at the words. Until that point they had been making idle conversation, but to say such a thing when who knows may be listening was on a different page. “Mind your words you crazy old fool.”<br/><br/>“Hah! You agree with me don’t you? I know it – can see it in your eyes.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Elfkiller</span>. That’s what Pen’daii needs right now. A leader who doesn’t bow to the outsiders, who doesn’t fear their threats or repercussions, someone who won’t sit content to lavish themselves with their pleasures and shit on our traditions. We need a Tarlook to remind the world what it means to be an<span style=""font-style: italic"">orc</span>!”"
683,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=125,2014-11-21T15:53:00,Nuridia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Tomia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320573&amp;p=22515194#p22515194"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I am hero your majesty, just like you are."" Aldrean told her sincerely. ""My name is Aldrean. I was sent to find you. Even if you don't believe you're a hero your majesty, you are. Abrok has shown me, there is no mistake. You haven't been trained yet, but you will be. When you're ready, you must come with me to the guild. You need to be trained as soon as possible. We need you your majesty."" He told her sincerely.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Wait, if I am a Hero then...then I can save Anna! And if I save the world then I save Loray as well, and it would be a chance to fix everything the Centurion has destroyed.</span>Leticia thought. ""You sound sincere, but how can I trust you?"" ""Do you have any proof of belonging to the Guild, and you haven't even told me your name."" ""If what you're saying is true then I have a duty too the world I suppose."" ""If it's true then I'll definitely go with you, the Dark Ones and I ahve a personal score to settle."" Leticia said, getting a little angry and then calming down. ""Anyway, I have to make preparations for my absence."" ""The Empire has enemies and I need to make sur they'll be handled."" ""I'll depart after the ball, not a moment sooner."" the empress siad firmly.<br/><br/>Meanwhile at the gates of Loray, the company of guard-mages looked at the strange elfen woman walk toward them and studied her. ""State your business."" ""Who exactly are you?"" one guard ordered while recognition dawned on another's face.<span style=""font-style: italic"">We learned about her in mage school, it's Marvyre Emberfury. She's back, somebody's got to warn the Empress!</span>he said in his head and then started using a spell to project his thoughts into the Empress' mind at the palace. Leticia felt like a spirit passed through her.<span style=""font-style: italic"">My lady, it's the witch Marvyre! She has returned, you have to get the Archmage out here now!</span>Leticia heard the frantic voice in her head and although she couldn't project thoughts she knew the voice as one of the city's patrol. Leticia summonded her fastest knight. "" Go to the Academy, summon Archmage Stephanos and the Mage Triad and tell them to get to the center of the capital quickly!"" ""The witch is back!"" Leticia said commandingly and seriously as the knight rushed out of the palace ans immediately started his ride. Loray's Archmage and the Triad, a group of students who studied directly under him were the most powerful mages in the Empire if not in the world.<br/><br/>In the meantime, Leticia sent up a silent prayer in her head to Thold. He seemed like a genuine nd powerful god, and not to mention that he fascinated her. She felt she had some sort of special connection with him.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Lord Thold, son of heaven and protector of protectors. Forgive me for not knowing you, I was never taught about your existence. But when I first sensed your presence I felt that we had some sort of connection. I know you're probably busy with worthier devotees, but I come to you now as an empress who needs help. A very powerful mage who is a threat to our land has returned, and I may have to leave to help save the world so I ask this. Please, protect my people. They trust me to look out for them and guide them and now that I know you, I wish them to trust you as well. Protect them and our empire from their enemies and those who would wish to do them harm for they are innocent. They have families, children. Give our mages and my regent, and myself the strength to protect this land. Save us and guide us, and this I swear to you. Upon my return, I will locate your temple in Loray and see that it is restored and that I spread your word around so that you will be prayed to here along with the rest of our gods. I beg you, grant us this prayer.</span>the empress thought. She meant everything that she had said as well."
684,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=125,2014-11-21T16:18:00,Tomia,"Aldrean wasn't shocked by Leticia's skepticism. He probably would have felt the same way. ""My name is Aldrean Tiberin your majesty."" He didn't elaborate on his last name though he was sure she would make the connection. ""As for proof,"" He pulled down his shirt slightly and revealed a tattoo on his shoulder that held the symbol of the hero's guild. ""If that is not enough I understand, but I have nothing else to show you."" He told her honestly. He was glad when she agreed to come and nodded at her conditions. ""Very well your majesty, we will leave when you're ready."" He was surprised when she said there was an intruder. He was ready to fight if necessary.<br/>Abrok was with Haneul, and had secretly been connecting with Aldrean's mind to hear his conversation with the empress. He was glad that a hero was found, but now he realized he needed to finish his job. ""Your majesty"" He said to Haneul, having gained great great respect for her in the past two days. ""I'm afraid I haven't been entirely truthful to you. In fact I've lied to you about who I am."" He admitted to her."
685,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=125,2014-11-21T17:08:00,Masimino,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Council Chamber, Loray</span><br/><br/>The Chamber was huge, a lot of space and seats for the representatives around the land, from Albion to Elnaria, it was surely a sight to see all the kings or ambassadors from different kingdoms. The Empress again, excused herself but he was patient enough to wait, although he was getting tired of the empress seemingly leaving her guests, but he wasn't going to question her, it was her personal business and Lokhtar isn't entitled to ask. But he was worrying about the Ozakaria and Pen'daii situation, and he wasn't going to wait for that to escalate any longer."
686,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=125,2014-11-21T17:13:00,Nuridia,"""Well I guess it's better than nothing at all."" ""Now it's not proper to keep walking out on my guests, I have matters to attend to."" Leticia went back into the council chamber. ""Everybody seems to want to have a private conversation, it's getting quite annoying really."" ""Sorry about that everyone, now hopefully I'm able to get to everybody and their complaints."" ""So who's next?"" she asked. Leticia looked around, when did her party turn into another council meeting? At the party still, Haneul was with Abrok and then heard his statement come clear out of the blue. ""I figured as much, you took quite a bit of time telling me your name like you had to remember what is was."" the empress said casually."
687,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=125,2014-11-21T17:27:00,Tomia,"Aldrean nodded to the empress. ""I'm sorry to have disturbed you your majesty. Thank you for agreeing to come with me."" He heard her annoyance with him and felt a little angry. It wasn't like he had chosen this mission. He would have much rather had stayed home. Still, he didn't think it would be smart to anger her. He had just convince her to come with him and he didn't want to undo that work. ""Very well, I'll go now. I hope you enjoy your festival this week. I'll return when it's over."" He told her before turning away to leave the castle.<br/>Abrok couldn't help but smile a little at Haneul's answer. ""You are one of the smartest mortals I've met yet. You aren't upset? I shouldn't have lied, but I needed to gain your trust before I told you the truth."" He lowered his voice as he didn't want others to hear. ""My name is Abrok your majesty, not Elijah."""
688,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=125,2014-11-21T18:02:00,New Cinoth,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ergon</span><br/>He nodded and stepped back, quite pleased that she at least seemed to be considering it. Denying her people money would probably not be the most popular opinion so trading with him was the smartest. Ergon stroked his soft stubble,<span style=""font-style: italic"">This is going quite well. Hopefully she will decide to be a clever little girl and agree.</span>He turned around to address the oddly silent Alyah before noticing that she was nowhere to be found. Ergon began to search throughouyt the party, quite annoyed at the loss of his newest acquisition.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Alyah</span><br/>""Oh... Well then you're right. I'm not noble but Ergon said I might end up as one if I play my cards right so who knows. Although it looks dreadfully boring."" Alyah nodded at the man, eager to here what he knew, ""Sure. This party thing really isn't my taste, well at least until they bring some food. So why not!"" She watched him curiously,<span style=""font-style: italic"">I wonder what this guy knows. Hopefully they're some really cool stories. Maybe he's fought a dragon or something. Now that'd be amazing to see.</span>"
689,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=125,2014-11-21T19:13:00,Masimino,"Lokhtar rose from his seat, and said ""High Chief Lokhtar Dokh, Leader of Ozakaria, and I am here to voice for my people"" he said in a proud voice, visibly proud of his race, the Orcs. ""As you all know, Pen'daii is also a major, orcish kingdom. But the difference between mine and theirs is that my grandfather established a permanent settlement, my father fought for it, and I now rule it. Us orcs are considered<span style=""font-style: italic"">Barbaric, Savages</span>but that was our<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Environment!</span>We are not mindless brutes, we are Orcs, and to combat the coming Dark Ones us Orcs must be united. I ask for your support, in any way possible, and I will be the first to move against the Dark Ones"" after finishing, he looked around the room and took his seat."
690,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=125,2014-11-21T19:21:00,Alderann,"MOINTAINS OF LORAY, THOLD'S TEMPLE<br/><br/>Thold had retired to his temple in the mountains, back to his self proclaimed exile. There in the ruined temple he was lost in his thoughts. The once forgotten God was starting to recieve more and more prayers, giving the god powers that he had not felt in a century.<br/><br/>While lost in his thoughts he heard the prayer from Leticia. Her voice which was so soothing to the god. The feeling that he felt from the Empress is one of pure bless, a feeling that Thold has never felt before her.<br/><br/>After her words to him, Thold responded.<br/>"" Leticia you have my protection. My temple is in the mountains. Ride to me ""<br/>That is all the he said. And to lead her way he formed a rainbow from his temple to the capital city."
691,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=125,2014-11-21T19:31:00,New Roman Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Cinoth <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320573&amp;p=22518674#p22518674"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ergon</span><br/>He nodded and stepped back, quite pleased that she at least seemed to be considering it. Denying her people money would probably not be the most popular opinion so trading with him was the smartest. Ergon stroked his soft stubble, <span style=""font-style: italic"">This is going quite well. Hopefully she will decide to be a clever little girl and agree.</span> He turned around to address the oddly silent Alyah before noticing that she was nowhere to be found. Ergon began to search throughouyt the party, quite annoyed at the loss of his newest acquisition.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Alyah</span><br/>""Oh... Well then you're right. I'm not noble but Ergon said I might end up as one if I play my cards right so who knows. Although it looks dreadfully boring."" Alyah nodded at the man, eager to here what he knew, ""Sure. This party thing really isn't my taste, well at least until they bring some food. So why not!"" She watched him curiously, <span style=""font-style: italic"">I wonder what this guy knows. Hopefully they're some really cool stories. Maybe he's fought a dragon or something. Now that'd be amazing to see.</span></div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Oh...so your with Ergon, I wouldn't trust him something about him is cruel and I do not doubt the rumors about him. I would be very careful with what you say around him, he might go off. But yes, the food is always good. Plus I bet that you have never been to a noble feast, don't stuff your face and eat like a hog. But lets get to the stories as I can see in your eyes you are dying to hear one."" Chuckled Tiberius as he thought for a moment then he smiled. ""15 other Templars and I were climbing the Bristleback mountains that later we found helped the Templar stronghold. Well we were exploring a cave....""<br/><br/>(Flash back)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">5 days ago, Bristleback Mountains</span><br/><br/>Tiberius and the 15 other Templars had just stumbled upon a cave. ""Lets check this out, it could be an entrance or maybe a path to a hidden fortress."" Informed Tiberius as the men followed him into the cave. several of them lit torches so that they would be able to see in the cave as the further in they went the darker it got. After a while of traveling through the cave one of the Templars tripped over something. When he looked down, he found a human skull and he let out a involuntary yell and jumped aback on his feet. Then a roar was heard and shook the cave, Tiberius was not very happy about the roar. They crept through he cave till they came to a large open room in the cave. It was littered in treasure, gold diamonds ect. But on the far end lay the dragon that was waiting for them.<br/><br/>""So who dares enter my home and attempts to steal my treasure? Ah Templars, I have not seen Templars for many ages and their hoards of treasure were left unguarded for anyone. Better a dragon find it then a thief that will sell it off and you will never see it again,"" Chuckled the dragon as he started to charge the Templars. After a fierce battle where ten of the Templars had been knocked unconscious the dragon was finally slain by the remaining five. They worked their way back out and waited for the others to wake up. Then they continued on their quest for the fortress."
692,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=125,2014-11-21T20:39:00,Nuridia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Masimino <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320573&amp;p=22519363#p22519363"">wrote</a>:</cite>Lokhtar rose from his seat, and said ""High Chief Lokhtar Dokh, Leader of Ozakaria, and I am here to voice for my people"" he said in a proud voice, visibly proud of his race, the Orcs. ""As you all know, Pen'daii is also a major, orcish kingdom. But the difference between mine and theirs is that my grandfather established a permanent settlement, my father fought for it, and I now rule it. Us orcs are considered <span style=""font-style: italic"">Barbaric, Savages</span> but that was our <span style=""font-weight: bold"">Environment!</span> We are not mindless brutes, we are Orcs, and to combat the coming Dark Ones us Orcs must be united. I ask for your support, in any way possible, and I will be the first to move against the Dark Ones"" after finishing, he looked around the room and took his seat.</div></blockquote><br/>Leticia listened to the High Chief speak confidently and then give his statement out. ""Well Chief Lokhtar, you bring up a great many legitimate points."" ""The Dark Ones are a force that is bigger than us all, and right now very much our common enemy."" ""And I have heard about the orcs of Pen'daii, it's said that a great many of them are aligned with the Dark Ones anyway and that won't do at all."" ""I understand your reasoning I really do, but there are a few things I am cuncerned with."" ""It would involve Loray in a war with Pen'daii, and with the upcoming fight against the Dark Ones and other invaders I'm afraid my forces are spread quite thin, off preparing and other things."" ""And war is a highly expensive and bloody business, an enormous loss of life would be disastrous for all of our kingdoms."" ""You say you wish to unite the kingdoms, there must be some way to do it without actually having to go into a full-scale war."" ""I would have to take council and study before I make any decision, but first I'd like to hear more."" ""Lord Chieftain, let's say that Loray were to offer its help to you.""<br/><br/>""What exactly is your strategy for uniting the Orc Tribes and fighting the Dark Ones?"" Leticia asked, her brain always turning with thought as she reclined in her chair a little. All od a sudden, she felt a voice in her head although it didn't show outwardly. It was the voice of Thold the protection god she had just prayed to, she didn;t know why but the voice filled her with a great sense of inner peace and happiness and made her forget all her problems. She thought back to him in her head.<span style=""font-style: italic"">I truly thank you Lord Thold, and I will most certainly ride to your temple very soon. But I've already left my people enough, and I would lose face if I walked out on a diplomatic meeting again. Please understand, I will make this meeting as quick as I can and then when I lead the Temple Visits at the end of this party I will ride to your temple with all haste.</span>she told Thold sincerely in her mind.<br/><br/>Meanwhile Haneul was with Abrok when he finally revealed what he was. Now she was surprised, he was actually a god. ""Lord Abrok, you were right in front of me this whole time and I didn't even know."" she nearly breathed in shock."
693,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=125,2014-11-21T22:17:00,Masimino,"Lokhtar was smiling, he already knew the answer before the question was given. ""Easy, a challenge, Orcs follow the philosophy *The Strongest one rules*. I even heard the current Tarlook has a rebellion in his hands, with this, a foothold has already been established. I will challenge the Tarlook into single battle, if he refuses, He's considered weak among the Orcs and many will flock into the rebel's or mine's hands. If he accepts, he will lose as he only won his position by dastardly means, poisoning the then Tarlook before the battle. So in reality, he is weak and should not rule the Orcs. And for the war you're concerned with against Pen'daii, it will never happen."" He then finished speaking, he knew the current Tarlook is weak, a rebellion has sprung up and he will need to contact them immediately."
694,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=125,2014-11-21T22:19:00,Tomia,"Abrok shook his head at Haneul. ""You don't have to call me lord Haneul. Believe me, I haven't much earned that title. I know it must be shocking, that's why I hid it from you. I needed to make sure you were the one I was looking for. You see Haneul, what I told you about the hero I was looking for was a lie as well. That man I showed you, he was a hero once. However there was a great evil inside him that I couldn't see. By the time I realized... well it was too late. He is the person we need to stop. You were the person I was looking for Haneul. You're the hero I was searching for."""
695,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=125,2014-11-21T22:32:00,Nuridia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Masimino <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320573&amp;p=22521455#p22521455"">wrote</a>:</cite>Lokhtar was smiling, he already knew the answer before the question was given. ""Easy, a challenge, Orcs follow the philosophy *The Strongest one rules*. I even heard the current Tarlook has a rebellion in his hands, with this, a foothold has already been established. I will challenge the Tarlook into single battle, if he refuses, He's considered weak among the Orcs and many will flock into the rebel's or mine's hands. If he accepts, he will lose as he only won his position by dastardly means, poisoning the then Tarlook before the battle. So in reality, he is weak and should not rule the Orcs. And for the war you're concerned with against Pen'daii, it will never happen."" He then finished speaking, he knew the current Tarlook is weak, a rebellion has sprung up and he will need to contact them immediately.</div></blockquote><br/>""Single combat huh?"" ""Sounds like quite an excellent strategy, and if there is a rebellion then you have nothing but air and opportunity."" ""So if that's your plan then how are we supposed to assist with that exactly?"" ""Like what did you have in mind, I need to know all the facts and then take time to meet with my council in the morning for a decision."" ""Also your point seems rational, but how exactly can you guarantee that we ourselves will not be at war with Pen'daii?"" Leticia questioned. After she got the information from Lokhtar she had Ergon's proposal left to listen to and then she'd be free to attend to her duties to the party. Next she'd lead everyone to the temples of the gods to light incense, decorate and give offerings and prayers. She actually planned to go to Thold's temple alone after this was over. Haneul at the party looked up at Abrok with wide eyes. ""Me, a Hero?"" ""No that can't be right, I'm no hero."" ""I mean it's occured to me but me, I don't think so."" the empress said. Chantico was still with Galith in the party room. ""I feel bad for Leticia, ahving to work on such a festive day."" ""So, is there anything you'd like to do?"" ""Perhaps dance or mingle with the others?"" the goddess asked the elf."
696,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=125,2014-11-21T23:13:00,Tomia,"Abrok put a comforting hand on Haneul's shoulder. ""You doubt yourself. Believe me your majesty, you are a hero. It was I who created the guild, a long time ago. I have watched you Haneul, and I am sure. I've seen your strength, intelligence, and wit. You are a hero, and the world needs you.""<br/>Galith nodded at Chantico's words, ""Well, that is the burden of a leader. She has the whole week though to celebrate. I'm sure she is no doubt looking forward to the ball. I'm sure by then her work will be all settled."" He was then a little surprised by the goddess' question. ""Well, I would be honored to dance my lady."" ""It has been a long time since I have last danced. I hope I do not step on your feet."" He half joked with a small smile."
697,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=125,2014-11-22T01:11:00,Masimino,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nuridia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320573&amp;p=22521639#p22521639"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Masimino <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320573&amp;p=22521455#p22521455"">wrote</a>:</cite>Lokhtar was smiling, he already knew the answer before the question was given. ""Easy, a challenge, Orcs follow the philosophy *The Strongest one rules*. I even heard the current Tarlook has a rebellion in his hands, with this, a foothold has already been established. I will challenge the Tarlook into single battle, if he refuses, He's considered weak among the Orcs and many will flock into the rebel's or mine's hands. If he accepts, he will lose as he only won his position by dastardly means, poisoning the then Tarlook before the battle. So in reality, he is weak and should not rule the Orcs. And for the war you're concerned with against Pen'daii, it will never happen."" He then finished speaking, he knew the current Tarlook is weak, a rebellion has sprung up and he will need to contact them immediately.</div></blockquote><br/>""Single combat huh?"" ""Sounds like quite an excellent strategy, and if there is a rebellion then you have nothing but air and opportunity."" ""So if that's your plan then how are we supposed to assist with that exactly?"" ""Like what did you have in mind, I need to know all the facts and then take time to meet with my council in the morning for a decision."" ""Also your point seems rational, but how exactly can you guarantee that we ourselves will not be at war with Pen'daii?"" Leticia questioned. After she got the information from Lokhtar she had Ergon's proposal left to listen to and then she'd be free to attend to her duties to the party. Next she'd lead everyone to the temples of the gods to light incense, decorate and give offerings and prayers. She actually planned to go to Thold's temple alone after this was over. Haneul at the party looked up at Abrok with wide eyes. ""Me, a Hero?"" ""No that can't be right, I'm no hero."" ""I mean it's occured to me but me, I don't think so."" the empress said. Chantico was still with Galith in the party room. ""I feel bad for Leticia, ahving to work on such a festive day."" ""So, is there anything you'd like to do?"" ""Perhaps dance or mingle with the others?"" the goddess asked the elf.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Simple, what you said about my people siding with the dark ones are true, but I need men to help me kill them all. As you may or may not know, a duel is where most if not all orcs will see who will win. If I challenge the Tarlook, most of the Dark One affiliated Orcs will come and see who will win. It'll usually happen in a big arena, like a sacrificial circle of some sorts. Whoever dies, their blood will be used for a ritual for the Dark Ones. Every Orc must be silenced, their weapons sheathed and must show respect. Fortunately for you, the Orcs in the south are Blue while my Kin in the North are Green, there you can strike the blue but leave the Green ones alone. This all happens in an open area surrounded by forests and trees, which I bet you can use to your advantage. Like I said, you can stop the Dark Ones minions in the south as well as getting a stronger ally, which is me. How does that sound?"""
698,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=125,2014-11-22T02:57:00,The Armed Republic of Dutch Coolness,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""> Marvyre Emberfury<br/>Loray Empire</span><br/><br/>Marvyre gave a faint smile as she watched the city guard. ""Judging by how your fellow over there is looking at me, and telepatically sending some message to no doubt a higher authority, I have no doubt you already know who I am. I am Marvyre Emberfury, returned to the Empire at last."" Before any of them could speak, she raised her hand, and continued. ""Do not fear. If I were here to kill you all, you would not be standing here, nor would this gate, nor would those mages you undoubtedly sent for. I am merely returning to my old homeland, and what better way for one of noble blood like me to join you all during the Feast of the Gods? I am in my full right here. My only 'crime' is that I was expelled from this Archmages Academy of yours - speaking of which, is it still standing? I really should have a good talk with this Archmage...Stephanos? of yours. Now then, will you let me through? I still have to buy a dress, and some perfume, and... well, you name it. Those aren't really things you can find in the wilderness, after all..""<br/>The Elf appeared to be sincere - almost suspiciously so, considering her reputation, if she was even widely known - she couldn't really know, those she met in the wild weren't really talkative, after all. ""Well?"" she asked, one final time, patiently waiting from atop her horse."
699,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=125,2014-11-22T10:40:00,Alderann,"MOINTAINS OF LORAY, THOLD'S TEMPLE<br/><br/>Thold stayed in his once mighty temple, he's only company now was the mountain air blowing making a whistle noise through the now vacant halls. This is where he waited, this is where he stood guard.<br/><br/>The sun began to fall and now dusk was setting over the land. Colors of orange and yellow mixed in the horizon and Thold watched the sun sink. The sight was breath taking and he was glad he could enjoy moments like this.<br/><br/>Then his thoughts turned back to Leticia and the feeling that he received from her. A strange sensation that he had never known before. Gods could feel everything that mortals could, hate, fear, love. Love? Could that be what this feeling was?<br/><br/>He hadn't thought about it, all he knew was the thought of her have him pure bliss. And he didn't want to lose it and he didn't want to lose her. He closed his eyes to communicate with Leticia.<br/><br/>"" Leticia I will come to you. I wait for you in the your room. ""<br/><br/>Then with a flash he was there. Waiting, and hoping she would show. He had his white cloak with the hood pulled up to hide his face, abs guys silver, scale mail armor."
700,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=125,2014-11-22T10:46:00,The Starlight,"<blockquote><div><cite>Masimino <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320573&amp;p=22522980#p22522980"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Simple, what you said about my people siding with the dark ones are true, but I need men to help me kill them all. As you may or may not know, a duel is where most if not all orcs will see who will win. If I challenge the Tarlook, most of the Dark One affiliated Orcs will come and see who will win. It'll usually happen in a big arena, like a sacrificial circle of some sorts. Whoever dies, their blood will be used for a ritual for the Dark Ones. Every Orc must be silenced, their weapons sheathed and must show respect. Fortunately for you, the Orcs in the south are Blue while my Kin in the North are Green, there you can strike the blue but leave the Green ones alone. This all happens in an open area surrounded by forests and trees, which I bet you can use to your advantage. Like I said, you can stop the Dark Ones minions in the south as well as getting a stronger ally, which is me. How does that sound?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""I doubt that the orcs will accept you as your leader if you use elves and men to kill them. You woulld have to do it with your own men. How many orcs do you have? And how many does Pen'daii have? Despite their disunity, not all of the orcs who come will be Dark One supporters."" Elyrith asked, questioning what Lohktar's plan was."
701,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=125,2014-11-22T11:12:00,Nuridia,"""We were given orders never to let you anywhere near the empire under any circumstances, you were banned for life from here, exiled."" the guard said to Marvyre, the group of guards had gotten ready to defend themselves and the mages were forming a border around the capital with the Archmage in the center. Meanwhile Leticia was still with her council and heard Lokhtar's answer. ""Alright then, and we have to kill the blue orcs so that they won't use the blood for an evil ritual right?"" ""But Queen Elyrith also has a point, if we just slay their people they're not going to exactly cheer you as the new Tarlook."" ""Alright, I think I have the information I need."" ""I need to process everyone's requests during the week so that I'll have informed decisions for all of you."" the empress wrote down the information of everyone's requests and then looked around the room."" ""Is anybody next?"" ""I trust that you will all speak freely and watch me as I listen."" she said, the witty joke tacked on the end trying to lighten up the mostly serious mood but she was serious as well. Haneul just stood there and listened to Abrok. ""How sure are you about this exactly, I mean how long have you been watching me?"" she questioned.`"
702,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=125,2014-11-22T11:35:00,The Armed Republic of Dutch Coolness,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""> Marvyre Emberfury<br/>Loray Empire</span><br/><br/>""Now that's a shame. How come no one bothered to ever inform me of this? Come now, I am sure we will find a way to settle this peacefully, without me bringing down this gate of yours on top of you, or anything like that. Let me inside. It'll save you your lives, those wizards from the Academy the bother of making some magical barrier, and everybody'll live happily ever after.""<br/><br/>Marvyre felt offended as she studied the city's walls, waiting for the guard to reply. It appeared that her exile was no longer self-imposed, but official. How dare they! Someone would pay for this, she vowed to herself as she turned back towards the guards."
703,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=125,2014-11-22T11:53:00,Tomia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nuridia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320573&amp;p=22526081#p22526081"">wrote</a>:</cite>""We were given orders never to let you anywhere near the empire under any circumstances, you were banned for life from here, exiled."" the guard said to Marvyre, the group of guards had gotten ready to defend themselves and the mages were forming a border around the capital with the Archmage in the center. Meanwhile Leticia was still with her council and heard Lokhtar's answer. ""Alright then, and we have to kill the blue orcs so that they won't use the blood for an evil ritual right?"" ""Alright, I think I have the information I need."" ""I need to process everyone's requests during the week so that I'll have informed decisions for all of you."" the empress wrote down the information of everyone's requests and then looked around the room."" ""Is anybody next?"" ""I trust that you will all speak freely and watch me as I listen."" she said, the witty joke tacked on the end trying to lighten up the mostly serious mood but she was serious as well. Haneul just stood there and listened to Abrok. ""How sure are you about this exactly, I mean how long have you been watching me?"" she questioned.`</div></blockquote><br/>Abrok shrugged, ""I watch everything my lady. Time and fate are fluid, ever changing. There are so many possibilities and paths, that can change in a matter of seconds. Thousands of children were born with the potential to be heroes. But by chance events many do not fulfill that potential. I have been aware of you since you were born, but now it has become clear that you are a hero. I have been keeping an eye on you physically for a week it so now, I'm not sure, time is difficult for me. I had to make sure you were safe before I was ready to tell you the truth. There are many that would wish to hurt you. I couldn't let that happen."""
704,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=150,2014-11-22T15:27:00,Masimino,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Starlight <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320573&amp;p=22525848#p22525848"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Masimino <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320573&amp;p=22522980#p22522980"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Simple, what you said about my people siding with the dark ones are true, but I need men to help me kill them all. As you may or may not know, a duel is where most if not all orcs will see who will win. If I challenge the Tarlook, most of the Dark One affiliated Orcs will come and see who will win. It'll usually happen in a big arena, like a sacrificial circle of some sorts. Whoever dies, their blood will be used for a ritual for the Dark Ones. Every Orc must be silenced, their weapons sheathed and must show respect. Fortunately for you, the Orcs in the south are Blue while my Kin in the North are Green, there you can strike the blue but leave the Green ones alone. This all happens in an open area surrounded by forests and trees, which I bet you can use to your advantage. Like I said, you can stop the Dark Ones minions in the south as well as getting a stronger ally, which is me. How does that sound?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""I doubt that the orcs will accept you as your leader if you use elves and men to kill them. You woulld have to do it with your own men. How many orcs do you have? And how many does Pen'daii have? Despite their disunity, not all of the orcs who come will be Dark One supporters."" Elyrith asked, questioning what Lohktar's plan was.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""I'm, outnumbered, and you're right about not all will be Dark One affiliated. But like I said, a rebellion is on the way and I will use that as a foothold. Also, my kin will never support me, no matter what situation I'm in. They would need stern reasoning to be convinced I should become Tarlook, but as you know, my kin in the south are Dark One affiliated, meaning that they would never support anyone who is<span style=""font-weight: bold"">NOT</span>sided with the Dark Ones. Numbers is a factor to be determined, but I will never unify the Orcs unless most or all of the Dark One sided Blue Orcs are killed. The more sane of my people will rally to my banner by then, because not only will I win the duel, but also killed the corrupted Orcs that have led my people astray."" he then sat back down, tired of the talking"
705,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=150,2014-11-22T15:31:00,New Cinoth,"Alyah shrugs, ""He seems like a nice enough guy and he promised that he'd take care of my dad. So he's okay in my book. Although I'm not really sure what he was thinking with the dress. It seems a little to small in some areas. Errr but you didn't hear that from me."" She turns slightly red, ""I know how to eat in public and some pretty basic table manners. I figure that shouldn't bee too different from whatever the nobles do at dinner time."" Alyah grins widely as he starts his story. After he's done she claps quietly, ""Wow. I can't believe you've spoken to a dragon. I've always wanted to see one and try to talk but I never figured they would talk back. That must have been one of the best adventures ever, right?"""
706,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=150,2014-11-22T15:34:00,Krugmar,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Nzem'thoth, <span style=""font-style: italic"">the Solitaire</span><br/>Tavern in Loray</span><br/><br/>""You must be cheating!"" screamed a rather burly man who had lost almost all of his money to the strangely dressed man in the mask. His companions grunted in agreement, there was no way anybody could win a game of luck such as this so many times in a row.<br/><br/>Nzem'thoth raised his head, his twisted smile hidden by his ornate and ancient mask. ""Cheating? We are truly insulted"" replied Nzem in a cheerful tone.<br/><br/>""I don't care if you... wait did you say we?"" said the burly man, confused at his choice of words.<br/><br/>""Yes little piggy, we did"" replied Thoth as if speaking to a child.<br/><br/>""Piggy? You arrogant foreigner, we will kill you for this!"" cried the burly man, brandishing a rusty cleaver as his companions armed themselves.<br/><br/>The golden mask began glowing, almost oozing, an eerie red colour. A voice sounded out across the tavern, saying<span style=""font-style: italic"">""How will you kill me, when you are so busy killing each other?""</span>. The burly mans companions shook their heads, shouted and foamed at the mouths. Madness took them all as they attacked one another, indiscriminately slaughtering loved ones, friends and strangers alike. The burly man himself remained unaffected, looking in despair at the carnage.<br/><br/>""We did cheat, and you lost because you did not"" said Nzem, laughing manically and brandishing his Khospeshs. The burly man attempted to survive the onslaught of Nzem'thoths assault yet it was useless, the Khospeshs gliding through the air faster than he could see. Within seconds he had been disarmed and had several light cuts over his arms and chest and was thrown to the floor. By now there were few survivors within the tavern, several returned to their senses and fled as fast as they could. The voice felt truly strong after this display of vile betrayal and cunning murder, enough strength to induce permanent madness in this man.<br/><br/>""We have needed a servant, it is true"" said Thoth, eager to gain a new herald for the Whisperer. He leant in close to the terrified man and whispered a few words, within seconds the burly man began writhing in pain, foaming at the mouth and screaming nonsense. This continued for a minute until he agony stopped and the burly man returned to the world, changed for the worse if you were sane, enlightened if you were insane.<br/><br/>""You shall be our Herald of Madness, we don't care about your old name, you shall be Azkarn the cheated"" said Nzem, helping Azkarn up and leading him out of the blood spattered and now probably haunted tavern. This festival was truly going to be fun."
707,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=150,2014-11-22T15:57:00,New Roman Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Cinoth <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320573&amp;p=22528728#p22528728"">wrote</a>:</cite>Alyah shrugs, ""He seems like a nice enough guy and he promised that he'd take care of my dad. So he's okay in my book. Although I'm not really sure what he was thinking with the dress. It seems a little to small in some areas. Errr but you didn't hear that from me."" She turns slightly red, ""I know how to eat in public and some pretty basic table manners. I figure that shouldn't bee too different from whatever the nobles do at dinner time."" Alyah grins widely as he starts his story. After he's done she claps quietly, ""Wow. I can't believe you've spoken to a dragon. I've always wanted to see one and try to talk but I never figured they would talk back. That must have been one of the best adventures ever, right?""</div></blockquote><br/>""Yes, but he probably has his reasons, but I would be very careful about what you say. One wrong word and a few things might happen that you don't like. But yeah, if you been to a few higher public feasts you should be fine. Dont worry though anything said between us will stay between us."" Informed Tiberius as he smile and looked at the dress. ""But yeah it does look tight in some areas. Now back to the story, it was one of the best. We slayed an ancient Dragon. Those are the only ones that can talk. But if you don't mind me saying, you are a very pretty girl."" Infirmed Tiberius as he looked around."
708,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=150,2014-11-22T17:05:00,Nuridia,"""Alright, I will take all this into consideration."" ""The council starts tomorrow morning and all decisions will be given by the end of the week."" ""Now if I've gotten to everyone, shall we go rejoin the party?"" Leticia asked, seeing if there was anybody left who still had a complaint.Some townspeople rushed to the palace and begged the guards to be let in. After hearing their reasons they quickly let them in and they were directed to the meeting. Being curious, Chantico beckoned Galith to follow her to find out what the rush was. ""Majesty, we are so sorry to interrupt you but you have to get to the Pigeon's Blood Tavern right away!"" a man begged. Leticia looked up. ""What is it, good man?"" ""A barfight?"" the empresss asked. ""No my lady, a weird man, he looked like he was out of his mind."" ""He said something and then everybody in the tavern started slaughtering each other, the place was a warzone!"" Leticia nearly dropped her wine glass and stood up. ""And this man is loose in my capital?!"" the empress said. ""As if I didn't have enough to deal with, the witch at my gates and now a maniac making people kill each other!"" ""Send the guard and arm them, have the City's Watch apprehend this lunatic and get the mages too, we may need magic for this."" Chantico's eyes widened at the news. ""Everybody seems to want to attack fricking Loray today, I'm going out there."" Chantico said, preparing for a fight. Leticia stood up herself and retrieved her own staff from behind a suit of armor in the council chamber. ""I'm going out myself to fight, I'm taking care of this once and for all!"" the empress said, going to put on her armor and she and the rest of the palace guard were preparing to leave for the capital. In her mind, Leticia prayed to Thold that he would protect her citizens and give them protection in battle. At the gates, the guards still looked at Marvyre weirdly. ""How do we know that if we let you in that you won't just go on a rampage and kill everyone in the city?"" they questioned her.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Anna Valen/Princess Hala</span><br/>Anna had gotten the notes she gathered so far and after lingering in town for a bit longer she was preparing to go to the Centurion with the notes she had finally gathered. She would have to go out again to get more, there had to be some way to open the damn fucking portal. While she was wandering through town she heard whispers.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Did you hear that the Princess was conjuring things again?""<br/><br/>""Yes, and that she's coming out with another book of poems!"" <br/><br/>""Author by day, witch by night, she has some sort of disturbing power!""<br/><br/>""Imagine making anything happen or appear with a flick of your pencil, it's not natural!!""<br/><br/>""The Shiekah should make her stop drawing forever, a person shouldn't be able to do that!"" <br/><br/>""I know, drawing anything into existence?"" ""The mere thought makes me shudder!""</span><br/><br/>Anna heard the voices of the villagers and street vendors and smiled. Interesting rumors indeed, she certainly had to check this out. If this person they spoke of could really do such a thing, then the Centurion could merely make her draw a portal to summon the god Kyzar. And imagine the praise that Anna would get for finding her! While walking, the elf turned to a woman buying some fruit. ""Excuse me ma'am, what is this Princess that everyone's speaking of?"" ""I'm new around here, a mage come to meet with the royal family so I should like to know more about them."" the elf mage lied. The woman looked up at her. ""You mean you;ve never heard of Princess Hala, the Shaja's daughter?"" ""She has an amount of fame as a poet you know, her works are unsurpassed."" ""Also, some say she has the power to draw and write things and make hem come true!"" ""A scary thought if you ask me."" the woman said, leaving. Anna noticed that in her haste the woman had dropped a book of poems. On the cover was a young girl with a veiled head and the typical brown Khadune complexion. She was richly dressed like a royal, and had blazing gray eyes. ""So this is the one?"" ""I'll take this to the Centurion."" Anna said wickedly before teleporting to the Centurion's castle."
709,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=150,2014-11-22T17:22:00,Tomia,"Galith was surprised to hear of what was going on in the capital. He heard Chantico said she was going out there and he stepped forward with her. ""I will go as well. This may be the work of our enemy. I must be there to make sure."" He said determinedly.<br/>The guards at the dark fortress showed Anna to the Centurion's throne room. ""Anna, what is it? I assume you have news for me no?"" Centurion asked Anna as she came into the room."
710,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=150,2014-11-22T17:24:00,Krugmar,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Nzem'thoth, <span style=""font-style: italic"">the Solitaire</span><br/>Outside Pigeon's Blood Tavern</span><br/><br/>""and then we had a fruit throwing contest, ending that day quite peacefully"" explained Nzem to Azkarn, trying to get him to calm down.<br/><br/>""Quite a boring day actually"" moaned Thoth who couldn't stand jovial pursuits, his perfect idea of the day would have been a stone throwing contest instead.<br/><br/>""It does sound boring, I would have killed them all"" said Azkarn, his madness clearly taking a violent form.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""How original, a psychotic killer, Thoth you must be so pleased""</span>spoke the voice out loud. It was a rare occasion for the Whisperer to speak in the open as he preferred to remain unknown to others, a slaughter in the capital however was sure to have gotten him noticed.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Did you really have to kill them Thoth? We could have made them dance and sing, but no, Thothy wanted to kill them""</span>groaned the voice.<br/><br/>It was at that moment that guards began to march out into the small square where the tavern was located and surround Nzem'thoth and Azkarn. Nzem instantly put his hands in the air and cried ""We surrender! We are your prisoner!"".<br/><br/>""Speak for yourself Nzem, I for one have no interest in prison!"" cried Thoth, pushing down one of the hands but failing to gain control of the other. Despite his new predilection for violence, Azkarn sheathed his cleaver and his face went blank, his eyes turning a strange golden-red colour.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""I will speak for these fools, we shall indeed surrender to you for the time being""</span>said the voice, weakened by the exertion of his powers in the tavern and not wanting a fight to the death, his death that is. However, he had enough power to send whispers of doubt into the minds of the guards, nothing that could send them mad or out of control but just enough to demoralise them."
711,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=150,2014-11-22T17:44:00,New Cinoth,"Alyah shrugged, ""I'm a big girl. I've been able to handle things back when it was just my dad and myself. Also thanks. I can understand a little bit of emphasis on some of the more lady-like bits but the dress is a little too low for my tastes."" Out of the corner of her eye she noticed guards moving about,<span style=""font-style: italic"">That's never a good sign. Perhaps it's time to beat a hasty retreat.</span>She tried to hide her nervousness under a small blush, ""You really think so?"" She glanced nervously around the room, wondering why there was a little flurry of activity. ""Hey... Um I think something is going on..."""
712,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=150,2014-11-22T18:13:00,Nuridia,"OOC: I changed some of the lyrics but the song is called Princess Die by Lady Gaga.<br/><br/>IC: Chantico turned to Galith and looked up at him. ""You sure?"" ""Well okay, if that's what you really want to do."" ""Let's go, one of the perks about being a goddess is that freakier magic like mind control doesn't work on you."" 'And you better be strong enough to resist, I would be really sad if I have to kill you if you turned into some sort of crazed killing zombie."" Chantico said sincerely as they headed out into the capital. She then gave Galith a pair of earplugs. ""Here, earplugs if you'll need them."" ""From the reports, this guy can get inside your mind."" the goddess said, rushing to the tavern. Leticia and the others arrived, the empress was stopped by an approaching soldier. ""Here my lady, we got some earplugs from a mage."" ""This guy spoke and then all the guards all of a sudden didn't attack!"" he shouted. Leticia took them and said. ""Get as many pairs as you can and give them out to the men, quckly."" the empress ordered. As he raced to the mages, the empress kept the plugs in her pocket but didn't wear them. Back at the tavern as the empress and her forces were coming, the guards were surprised by the sudden change in their behavior and they wondered who the hell this guy was.<br/><br/>Anna arrived at the Centurion's castle and heard his question. ""Well, I got down a bookful of notes from various portal spells, I'm closer but not as close as I would've liked."" ""I would've taken the real tomes with me, but when I tried I found that somehow the books had been magically replaced with illusions."" ""I was mad as hell, I was so mad."" Anna said, getting angry and then calming down. ""As I came through the town however, I got wind of some rumors."" ""Many of the people were talking about the Shiekah of Mawlay's daughter, a girl called Hala."" ""Her name means ""halo around the moon"", it's commonly used as an epithet for moon elf mages."" ""However, this girl is not a moon elf but a poet, I have a work of hers right here."" Anna gave Centurion the book with Hala's face on it. ""But that's not what interested me, from all the people I've questioned, they say that this girl is an artist."" ""A very<span style=""font-style: italic"">special</span>artist, this ability is so rare they say it only occurs once every ten generations and it's very powerful."" ""I f we can get our hands on her, if the rumors are true she can be extremely useful to us and the return of the Dark Lord will be assured."" Anna explained. She didn't know if Centurion had heard of the power of artistry or not but if he didn't she'd explain further although she hated that.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Khadune, Princess Hala</span><br/>In the palace at Khadune, Princess Hala was in her chambers working on some new poems for her latest book. She was quite happy that she had found something that she was good at, and she was able to make her mark on the world with it. Knowing that because of the spirit she would never become Shaja, Hala sought out her own talents and found them in writing and drawing. She was a lovely girl, with desert kissed brown skin, large gray eyes and thick hair that was so dark brown it was nearly black, although this was usually kept wrapped and hidden under the gold embroidered khala veil she wore in the Khadune fashion. However, Hala also possessed another talent. It was rare and had scared her at first, but the girl had learned to embrace it. She learned that she could bring whatever she wrote or drew into existence at will, even occurences, a rare and dangerous magical power known as artistry. Some people were frightened about it, but Hala would never use it for evil. In fact, she planned on using it to destroy the Dark Ones forever. ""Hey Maha, come and hear my latest poem."" ""I think it's very good."" she called out to one of her triplet sisters who was in the room with her. When Maha turned to her, Hala read from the sheet of paper on her desk.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Leave the coffin open when I go<br/>Leave my pearls and lipstick on so everybody knows<br/>Pretty will be the photograph I leave<br/>Laying down on famous knives so everybody sees<br/><br/>Bleach out all all the dark<br/>I'll swallow these peroxide shots<br/>Someone I know could love and save me from myself<br/>Maybe I'll just clean the shit off of these fancy shoes<br/>I'll be a Princess Die and die with you<br/><br/>I wish that I was strong<br/>I wish that I was wrong<br/>I wish that I could cope<br/>But I took pills and left a note<br/><br/>I'm hungry from an anorexic heart<br/>I've been trying to tell you how I feel<br/>But was never very smart<br/>I'm wrapped in silks made for Loraian queens<br/>I'll do it in the swimming pool<br/>So everybody sees<br/><br/>Bleach out all the dark<br/>I'll swallow these peroxide shots<br/>Volumes I know will love and save me from myself<br/>Maybe I'll just keep clean the shit off of these fancy shoes<br/>I'll be a Princess Die and die with you<br/><br/>Princess die<br/>I want to see her cry<br/>Princess die<br/>Princess die<br/>We want to watch her cry<br/>Princess die<br/><br/>I wish that I was strong<br/>I wish that I was wrong<br/>I wish that I could cope<br/>But I took pills and left a note<br/><br/><br/>But I took pills and left a note<br/>I wish that I could go in my rich boyfriend's abode<br/>Right after he proposed with a 16-carat stone wrapped in rose gold<br/>With the spirits all swarming around<br/>In my white buttoned down<br/>Oh it's not that deep<br/>So bob your head for another dead blonde<br/>Who's real prince is in heaven<br/>She just wants to sleep<br/><br/>The final act of life will be in my own hands to do,<br/>I'll be a Princess Die and die with you<br/>Applaud. Pour Vous. [To you]</span>"
713,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=150,2014-11-22T18:23:00,New Roman Empire,"""Yes, but you probably got picked by the worst, he probably wants someone younger to look like his trophy. But that is my theory."" Informed Tiberius as he noticed the guards moving around. He felt a magical disturbance. ""Nothing to worry about, they are heading for the main gate. I sense a dark force of magic near by. But yeah that has to be it. Plus I know what you did, but I'm not going to run you in for it. But I sense you could be more than a center piece if you join the templars."" Informed Tiberius as he took her by the waist and started to walk past the guards until they were in a hall. ""Now that you got past any guards, you are free to leave. If you want to take me up on my offer use this stone and think about the Templar strong hold."" Informed Tiberius as he rejoined the party."
714,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=150,2014-11-22T18:32:00,Tomia,"Galith was a little surprised at Chantico's comment but have a small smile. ""Don't worry my lady, you won't have to that. I have spent years mastering my emotions and will. I will be fine."" He assured her as they headed toward the city to confront this strange enemy.<br/>The Centurion nodded slowly at Anna's words. ""Interesting, very good work my dear. However it is unfortunate that you couldn't finish your work, but it seems you have made up for it. This woman could certainly be useful to our cause. I want you to bring her to me as soon as possible. Do everything you need to to bring her bad here. It shouldn't be too difficult for a mage of your skill."""
715,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=150,2014-11-22T19:02:00,Alderann,"MOINTAINS OF LORAY, THOLD'S TEMPLE<br/><br/>The sun had almost set covering the land in darkness. Thold sat on a throne in the inner most chamber of the temple. There he could hear the prayers of the few followers that he had left.<br/><br/>Then a feeling came over him, a feeling of darkness and danger. He felt the witch that was at the gate. And he heard Leticia 's prayer for protection.<br/><br/>"" she dossent mean to fight the witch does she ""<br/><br/>Thinking to himself, he felt the witch and the power that she possess. Which was too powerful for Leticia could handle. And the thought of harm coming to Leticia was too much for Thold to bare.<br/><br/>He readied himself, standing up and grabbing his helmet and shield. Waking out to the balcony were he could see the capital city in the distance. With a flash he took off for the capital city to face the witch.<br/><br/>FRONT GATE, CAPITOL CITY<br/><br/>At the front gate guards kept their eyes on the witch, watching for anything not normal. Then a flash of light and Thold appeared kneeling at the front gate, positioned between the witch and the city.<br/><br/>Thold stood up, his armor shinning in what little light was left. Readying his shield and brining his battle axe to the ready, Thold starred at the witch with an intensity that would unnerve the most seasoned warrior. Then he spoke.<br/><br/>"" witch. No harm will come to this city or it's empress."""
716,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=150,2014-11-22T19:12:00,Tarnen,"<blockquote><div><cite>Alderann <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320573&amp;p=22531030#p22531030"">wrote</a>:</cite>MOINTAINS OF LORAY, THOLD'S TEMPLE <br/><br/>The sun had almost set covering the land in darkness. Thold sat on a throne in the inner most chamber of the temple. There he could hear the prayers of the few followers that he had left.<br/><br/>Then a feeling came over him, a feeling of darkness and danger. He felt the witch that was at the gate. And he heard Leticia 's prayer for protection.<br/><br/>"" she dossent mean to fight the witch does she ""<br/><br/>Thinking to himself, he felt the witch and the power that she possess. Which was too powerful for Leticia could handle. And the thought of harm coming to Leticia was too much for Thold to bare.<br/><br/>He readied himself, standing up and grabbing his helmet and shield. Waking out to the balcony were he could see the capital city in the distance. With a flash he took off for the capital city to face the witch.<br/><br/>FRONT GATE, CAPITOL CITY<br/><br/>At the front gate guards kept their eyes on the witch, watching for anything not normal. Then a flash of light and Thold appeared kneeling at the front gate, positioned between the witch and the city.<br/><br/>Thold stood up, his armor shinning in what little light was left. Readying his shield and brining his battle axe to the ready, Thold starred at the witch with an intensity that would unnerve the most seasoned warrior. Then he spoke.<br/><br/>"" witch. No harm will come to this city or it's empress.""</div></blockquote><br/>""You're right about that, that is if you let the lady in."" Standing nearby was the man in from the party, as he took off the mask changing him back to his original form, was Malus. ""Although how would the Empress feel that one of the guards let in the Evil of Albion into their mists, I mean come on I only wore a mask."" Giggling as he made the mask disappear with the waves of his hand. ""Something tells me this little lady just wants to see her home again, tell me your hearts are not dark for fulfilling one little request."""
717,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=150,2014-11-22T19:19:00,Nuridia,"""And who the hell are you"" ""How did you even get here?"" the guards questioned the masked man. Anna was still with the Centurion. 'Okay, sure."" ""But I'm going to relax while I'm out there, have a little fun."" ""Maybe even get laid, hell a mage needs hers too."" ""But I'll bring the girl to you, I just have to find a way to get into that palace."" ""Well, sayonara!"" Anna told the Centurion waving as she vanished in a black swirl of shadows. Leticia had not gone to fight the witch, but to deal with the mess at the tavern while the others were to question the witch. She would come if necessary to help fight her off though. Chantico heard Galith's words and nodded. ""Very well, I trust you."" she smiled as they arrived at the tavern. In Mawlay, Hala was packing for her journey. She would go to the world to help fight the Centurion, and she was leaving as soon as possible. Packing was pretty easy with her powers, she could just draw everything she needed already neatly packed. She had called for a horse and would go say goodbye to her father and siblings before leaving."
718,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=150,2014-11-22T20:04:00,Tomia,"The Centurion nodded to Anna. ""Very well, I look forward to got return.""<br/>Abrok suddenly got a vision. He saw the Centurion planning to capture a girl, a girl with incredible abilities. He needed to stop him. He sent a message to Aldrean, telling him he needed to head to Mawlay as soon as possible. In fact, Abrok decided to teleport him there. Aldrean felt a searing pain in his mind and he was suddenly in a different place, with Abrok's voice booming in his mind. He was in the Khadune capital. Aldrean was starting to get sick of Abrok. He shook his head and made his way through the city with his hood up, trying to figure out what he was doing there."
719,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=150,2014-11-22T20:19:00,Tarnen,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nuridia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320573&amp;p=22531244#p22531244"">wrote</a>:</cite>""And who the hell are you"" ""How did you even get here?"" the guards questioned the masked man. Anna was still with the Centurion. 'Okay, sure."" ""But I'm going to relax while I'm out there, have a little fun."" ""Maybe even get laid, hell a mage needs hers too."" ""But I'll bring the girl to you, I just have to find a way to get into that palace."" ""Well, sayonara!"" Anna told the Centurion waving as she vanished in a black swirl of shadows. Leticia had not gone to fight the witch, but to deal with the mess at the tavern while the others were to question the witch. She would come if necessary to help fight her off though. Chantico heard Galith's words and nodded. ""Very well, I trust you."" she smiled as they arrived at the tavern. In Mawlay, Hala was packing for her journey. She would go to the world to help fight the Centurion, and she was leaving as soon as possible. Packing was pretty easy with her powers, she could just draw everything she needed already neatly packed. She had called for a horse and would go say goodbye to her father and siblings before leaving.</div></blockquote><br/>""Really? the entire taking off the mask and you didn't recognize me, not even the fancy title I threw out there."" Rolling his eyes ""The name is Malus, the Evil of Albion."" He said bowing to the guards. ""Of course you would have known that in whatever guard training they give you these days, with my intrusion not good training I might imagine."""
720,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=150,2014-11-23T02:18:00,New Cinoth,"""A dark force of magic."" Alyah shuddered slightly, ""That certainly doesn't sound good. I've heard stories of foul games doing all sorts of terrible things to other people using dark magic. I don't want to end up as some kind of walking corpse monster."" She paused when he mentioned a place with the Templars, ""That's awfully kind of you, but I don't really know what the Templars do, well besides slay dragons. Also I've got my father to think of. I don't really want to leave him behind because if Ergon gets mad then he's the only person to take it."" She let out a quiet squeak when he took her by the waist and started to lead her away.<br/><br/>Ergon's eyes narrowed as he saw Alyah talking with another man.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Looks like a Templar.... If there was ever a thorn in my side that would be it.</span>He followed them as the man led the girl into the hallway. He approached them both, ""Well hello there. It seems you've met my friend Alyah, but I've yet to be introduced."" Ergon gave him an almost mocking bow, ""So may I as what you were planning on doing with this young lady? She belongs in my employ right now, and I don't take kindly to a sudden termination of contracts."" His voice lowered slightly, ""So perhaps we can come to some kind of arrangement."""
721,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=150,2014-11-23T02:18:00,The Armed Republic of Dutch Coolness,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""> Marvyre Emberfury<br/>Loray Empire</span><br/><br/>""And how do I know you won't kill me as soon as I am inside? How do you know your wife does not have a relationship with someone else? How do you know your best friend is not that serial killer, whom was never found? It is all a matter of trust, my dear. Do I strike you as a homocidal sociopath? Of course I'm not going to-""<br/>Marvyre was interrupted by a flash of light, from which a man, kneeling, appeared, speaking to her. The man obviously had a lot of power, but before she could reply, a man interrupted. She gave him a nod.<br/><br/>""Thank you, my lord. As you can see, this man has the right of it. I am sure that you will not stop me from this, no?"" She eyed the kneeling man that had appeared suspiciously."
722,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=150,2014-11-23T04:49:00,New Roman Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Cinoth <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320573&amp;p=22534615#p22534615"">wrote</a>:</cite>""A dark force of magic."" Alyah shuddered slightly, ""That certainly doesn't sound good. I've heard stories of foul games doing all sorts of terrible things to other people using dark magic. I don't want to end up as some kind of walking corpse monster."" She paused when he mentioned a place with the Templars, ""That's awfully kind of you, but I don't really know what the Templars do, well besides slay dragons. Also I've got my father to think of. I don't really want to leave him behind because if Ergon gets mad then he's the only person to take it."" She let out a quiet squeak when he took her by the waist and started to lead her away.<br/><br/>Ergon's eyes narrowed as he saw Alyah talking with another man. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Looks like a Templar.... If there was ever a thorn in my side that would be it.</span> He followed them as the man led the girl into the hallway. He approached them both, ""Well hello there. It seems you've met my friend Alyah, but I've yet to be introduced."" Ergon gave him an almost mocking bow, ""So may I as what you were planning on doing with this young lady? She belongs in my employ right now, and I don't take kindly to a sudden termination of contracts."" His voice lowered slightly, ""So perhaps we can come to some kind of arrangement.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""We really don't slay dragons, plus there are plenty of noncombat roles and I was referring you to bring your father. Our main goals are to really hunt down dark ones, the undead and anything that threatens the people. The fortress is never cold there is no snow inside the fortress except on the roof. But like I said, use the rock if you well ever feel threatened or need to get away. It will open a portal and just simply walk through it."" Informed Tiberius as he saw Ergon walking into the hall. Tiberius didn't like the vibe he was getting off of Ergon, there was no doubt in his mind that this man was evil. ""She seemed to panic when the guards started to move about, so I thought it would be better for her to come to a quiet room. Free of guards so she might relax, King Ergon, but as for an agreement, that is completely up to her. If she is happy with your service, then we have nothing to talk about."" Informed Tiberius as he returned the same mocking bow."
723,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=150,2014-11-23T08:07:00,Bentus,"Note: Pending review by Raktio, so may be edited heavily.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Kalek – Elnaria</span><br/><hr/><br/>Snow and ice for as far as the eye could see, and then some. That was what had greeted them when they had journeyed into Elnaria. Cold air that bit and gnawed at any exposed flesh and zapped one’s strength so that the unprepared may even simply give up trying to fight. How could anyone or anything hope to survive in such a hostile environment? Where was the warmth, the sensation of the Sun’s invigorating embrace? Whilst it was true that the deserts of Malway were famed for their in hospitability and the dangers that plagued their dunes, Kalek could not understand why anyone would prefer such frigid conditions. Worse still, the librarian had said that it was like this all year round – the Goddess refusing to allow her people even the briefest of respites from this eternal hell. Kalek shuddered at the thought.<br/><br/>Regardless, he was determined to see the journey through – the feeling of finally having some kind of direction, a task to accomplish, was like a shot of life into his veins. Eventually their destination had risen over the horizon, foreshadowed by the increasingly common occurrence of towns and caravans travelling along well-paved roads. The city of Firinel: the jewel of Elnaria and the snowflake of the world. It was famed all over for its architecture and renowned as a centre of the arts and expression – he hadn’t truly believed it until he laid eyes on its great spires. The view was breathtaking. Buildings that pierced the sky and defied the laws of the land through the magical prowess of the elven inhabitants dominated the city. Behind its great walls Kalek found the streets alive with people, smiling and laughing and relishing every moment of their existence. He’d heard that a prestigious festival was occurring, but it seemed like no inch of the city had been left untouched by the celebratory fervour. He glanced at his companion, sorely aware at how out of place the two must look in the winter wonderland – children of the sands so far from their home.<br/><br/>The old librarian had insisted that he allow her to accompany him in return for his assistance. Kalek had pleaded with the stubborn man to reconsider, insisting that it could be dangerous. Yet her uncle had refused to yield. In the end Kalek had little choice but to accept the condition, knowing full well that he couldn’t explain that he could’ve travelled far lighter on his own. He’d considered simply leaving early, to hell with the old man and his word, but when he’d seen the light shining in the eyes of the young woman he’d become trapped. That small glistening of curiosity and an insatiable hunger for adventure, he couldn’t have possibly stood in the way of something like that. And so they’d journeyed together, from the wastes of Malway all the way to the ice fields of Elnaria.<br/><br/>Kalek whistled, “It’s even more spectacular up close.” He turned towards the young woman, wondering how she was coping with the massive contrast with her home. “What say you Janari? Think it can hold a candle to H’tek?” He said half-jokingly, the Malway far preferring practicality over the aesthetics in their capital – although that wasn’t to say that it was something to be laughed at itself. He glanced up at Sun, noticing that it was moving steadily across the sky – well aware that darkness could fall suddenly in the winters of the north. “We better hurry and find a place to stay – may take us a while if they’re all flooded with people for this hail-fall thing.”"
724,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=150,2014-11-23T10:11:00,Nuridia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Tomia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320573&amp;p=22531742#p22531742"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Centurion nodded to Anna. ""Very well, I look forward to got return.""<br/>Abrok suddenly got a vision. He saw the Centurion planning to capture a girl, a girl with incredible abilities. He needed to stop him. He sent a message to Aldrean, telling him he needed to head to Mawlay as soon as possible. In fact, Abrok decided to teleport him there. Aldrean felt a searing pain in his mind and he was suddenly in a different place, with Abrok's voice booming in his mind. He was in the Khadune capital. Aldrean was starting to get sick of Abrok. He shook his head and made his way through the city with his hood up, trying to figure out what he was doing there.</div></blockquote><br/>Anna arrived at the<a class=""postlink"" href=""https://www.google.com/url?sa=i&amp;rct=j&amp;q=&amp;esrc=s&amp;source=images&amp;cd=&amp;cad=rja&amp;uact=8&amp;ved=0CAQQjBw&amp;url=http%3A%2F%2Fupload.wikimedia.org%2Fwikipedia%2Fcommons%2Fc%2Fc6%2FVista_de_la_Alhambra.jpg&amp;ei=kBRyVJLtEoLLoAStsYLYBg&amp;bvm=bv.80185997,d.cWc&amp;psig=AFQjCNGydGVEqlof9DI9ybs68N310LYwYQ&amp;ust=1416848885152907"" rel=""nofollow"">palace</a>of Khadune, going off the cover of the book and seeking out the girl she was looking for. Hala had finally finished packing and said goodbye to everyone, loading things onto her horse. Her white khara embroidered with gold and silver made her look like somewhat of a phantom in the midst. As soon as she had gotten word that the witch would not go away and leave the gates, Leticia decided to go there herself. After writing down a spell and ordering the Archmage to cast it to bind the prisoner at the tavern, the empress herself went to the gates to confront Marvyre. ""Well aren't you a persistant one?"" ""You seem quite determined to get into the capital, but on what grounds?"" ""You were put on the wanted list for using dark magic in the Arcane Academy, along with stealing priceless tomes."" ""You're a danger, give me one good reason why we should let either of you in."" the empress said firmly."
725,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=150,2014-11-23T10:23:00,Tomia,"Aldrean made his way toward the palace in the capital of Khadune. He knew he was looking for a princess, but he had no idea why. All he knew was that the Centurion wanted her, which meant that he needed to protect her. He was on the look out because he knew the Dark Ones would send one of their best for this mission. He needed to find a way into the palace soon. He saw a beautiful woman with white hair and tattoos surveying the palace as well. She looked as much a stranger to these lands as he did. He wondered what she was doing there."
726,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=150,2014-11-23T11:07:00,The Armed Republic of Dutch Coolness,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""> Marvyre Emberfury<br/>Loray Empire</span><br/><br/>""I have things to see and people to do, your grace..."" Marvyre gave a thin smile. ""Or other way round... hmm... Anyways, since I was planning on returning to my old home, I thought I would visit this Feast of the Gods. As for the whole Academy situation... well, someone had to do it. All I did, I did for the sake of the Academy! Well, until I got expelled, of course... Hmm, yes. You should let me in. After all, I could become a priceless servant of the Empire.."" She gave a nod, and looked the Empress of Loray straight into her eyes."
727,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=150,2014-11-23T11:12:00,Raktio,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bentus <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320573&amp;p=22536461#p22536461"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Kalek – Elnaria</span><br/><hr/><br/>Snow and ice for as far as the eye could see, and then some. That was what had greeted them when they had journeyed into Elnaria. Cold air that bit and gnawed at any exposed flesh and zapped one’s strength so that the unprepared may even simply give up trying to fight. How could anyone or anything hope to survive in such a hostile environment? Where was the warmth, the sensation of the Sun’s invigorating embrace? Whilst it was true that the deserts of Malway were famed for their in hospitability and the dangers that plagued their dunes, Kalek could not understand why anyone would prefer such frigid conditions. Worse still, the librarian had said that it was like this all year round – the Goddess refusing to allow her people even the briefest of respites from this eternal hell. Kalek shuddered at the thought.<br/><br/>Regardless, he was determined to see the journey through – the feeling of finally having some kind of direction, a task to accomplish, was like a shot of life into his veins. Eventually their destination had risen over the horizon, foreshadowed by the increasingly common occurrence of towns and caravans travelling along well-paved roads. The city of Firinel: the jewel of Elnaria and the snowflake of the world. It was famed all over for its architecture and renowned as a centre of the arts and expression – he hadn’t truly believed it until he laid eyes on its great spires. The view was breathtaking. Buildings that pierced the sky and defied the laws of the land through the magical prowess of the elven inhabitants dominated the city. Behind its great walls Kalek found the streets alive with people, smiling and laughing and relishing every moment of their existence. He’d heard that a prestigious festival was occurring, but it seemed like no inch of the city had been left untouched by the celebratory fervour. He glanced at his companion, sorely aware at how out of place the two must look in the winter wonderland – children of the sands so far from their home.<br/><br/>The old librarian had insisted that he allow her to accompany him in return for his assistance. Kalek had pleaded with the stubborn man to reconsider, insisting that it could be dangerous. Yet her uncle had refused to yield. In the end Kalek had little choice but to accept the condition, knowing full well that he couldn't explain that he could've traveled far lighter on his own. He’d considered simply leaving early, to hell with the old man and his word, but when he’d seen the light shining in the eyes of the young woman he’d become trapped. That small glistening of curiosity and an insatiable hunger for adventure, he couldn't have possibly stood in the way of something like that. And so they’d journeyed together, from the wastes of Malway all the way to the ice fields of Elnaria.<br/><br/>Kalek whistled, “It’s even more spectacular up close.” He turned towards the young woman, wondering how she was coping with the massive contrast with her home. “What say you Janari? Think it can hold a candle to H’tek?” He said half-jokingly, the Malway far preferring practicality over the aesthetics in their capital – although that wasn’t to say that it was something to be laughed at itself. He glanced up at Sun, noticing that it was moving steadily across the sky – well aware that darkness could fall suddenly in the winters of the north. “We better hurry and find a place to stay – may take us a while if they’re all flooded with people for this hail-fall thing.”</div></blockquote><br/>Janari leaned down and pat-rubbed Akishi's neck, looking at the exquisite architecture she pointed out, ""looks so fragile that the next storm that passes by would knock it over."" She hadn't ever dealt with snow in this quantity in length, on the occasion a snow storm passed over Mawlay but those were rare and the snow disappeared quickly with all the other weather fronts that passed over Mawlay. Turning Akishi back to the path she mustered her Companion into a light canter knowing that Kalek would follow on his own horse, ""in that case let's hurry up, from what I know snow's better at burying outdoor sleepers than sand is.""<br/><br/>When her uncle told her that he needed her to travel with someone,<span style=""font-style: italic"">out of</span>Mawlay she instantly accepted the request since she had for a while been curios about the lands outside of Mawlay, he also explained to her that she would be his means of communication between him and Kalek. After packing up all the stuff she judged she needed for traveling, she slept outside of the gate she and her traveling partner were supposed to meet. She had shot a Tahig and had finished eating it, and harvest a small bunch of Frolk leaves she spotted out of chance, well before Kalek had arrived. When he finally got to her they set an easy pace for the horses, heading in the general direction of Elnaria, and escaped five storms before getting out of Mawlay.<br/><br/>Once Out of Mawlay they were able to travel faster since they didn't need to conserve their rides' energy for when a killer storm arrived. During the course of their travel Janari had sold the small but extremely high valued herbs she had gathered for that purpose on the occasion when they needed more money, however that wasn't often since they didn't need much money. She proved to be skilled at hunting and gathering food even outside of the desert partially thanks to her uncle explaining everything she needed to know in much detail. However out in the really cold and wet climate of Elnaria Kalek couldn't sleep outside since she was only able to cover herself with the protection from elements and in all likelihood Kalek would freeze sleeping outside."
728,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=150,2014-11-23T11:42:00,Nuridia,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Armed Republic of Dutch coolness <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320573&amp;p=22538084#p22538084"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""> Marvyre Emberfury<br/>Loray Empire</span><br/><br/>""I have things to see and people to do, your grace..."" Marvyre gave a thin smile. ""Or other way round... hmm... Anyways, since I was planning on returning to my old home, I thought I would visit this Feast of the Gods. As for the whole Academy situation... well, someone had to do it. All I did, I did for the sake of the Academy! Well, until I got expelled, of course... Hmm, yes. You should let me in. After all, I could become a priceless servant of the Empire.."" She gave a nod, and looked the Empress of Loray straight into her eyes.</div></blockquote><br/>""I don't trust you."" ""We have too many problems goingon today but luckily for us we have gods and warriors here with us to help deal with any wayward warlocks."" ""If you even so much as try anything, I will have you dealt with."" ""As a precaution...surrender your staff and your wrists will have to be bound."" ""But the guards and mages will accompany you everywhere you go, you have been plotting your revenge on this empire's mages for expelling you."" ""So how about this, you stay out here and I will go fetch the archmage."" 'If this is between you and him, then you two can settle it."" ""It'll be a magic duel, if he wins then you leave or at least relinquish use of magic while in Loray."" Meanwhile in Khadune, Anna turnd around and saw a blonde man who hadn't been there before. What was he, was he a guard? A Hero? Whoever he was ,she couldn't let him ruin her plans."
729,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=175,2014-11-23T11:56:00,Tomia,"Aldrean saw the strange woman looking at him as well. He decided to approach her. He figured she was either an enemy, or a potential ally. ""Excuse me my lady, you wouldn't happen to be from these parts would you? I have an important package to deliver to the royal family. However I'm afraid I do not speak the language to talk to the guards."" It was half true, he didn't speak a word of the native language. He didn't reveal the true nature of his mission though, that would be too dangerous."
730,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=175,2014-11-23T12:25:00,Krugmar,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Nzem'thoth, <span style=""font-style: italic"">the Solitaire</span><br/>Outside Pigeons Blood Tavern</span><br/><br/>Nzem'thoth was in a tricky situation, surrounded by guards with little to no power left. The guards resilient training had left them essentially immune to the whispers of doubt, the only effect it had was to anger them which wasn't going to help them. The voice was eerily silent, usually it talked to them more but now it had retreated within the mask, it had abandoned them. Nzem'thoth put his hands down to his side and then knelt before the guards before Nzem said ""We surrender into your custody, we were not aware this harmless brawling within taverns was outlawed, we are truly sorry"".<br/><br/>""We are confused as to how you would find this hilarious savagery deplorable, but we know others do not understand us"" continued Thoth, agreeing with Nzem on this rare occasion. Azkarn knelt with Nzem'oth, his eyes still glowing the strange colour of possession by the Whisperer in order to stop a murderous rampage.<br/><br/>Suddenly, Nzem'thoths head shot up, his mask began glowing with a strange blue colour. A voice sounded out saying ""I am the Whisperer, too long have I remained hidden, too long have my whispers gone unheeded. I have returned, I will not slowly die and watch as my fellow Gods rise in strength while I decay in this mask. Do my killers remember me?"". He hoped to catch the attention of any Gods nearby, he had decided to take an active stand in this war and perhaps regain his former status."
731,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=175,2014-11-23T12:41:00,Bentus,"OOC: Nuridia, how's this?<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Arcane Empire of Loray, Near the Loray-Pen’daii border</span><br/><hr/><br/>The orcs had moved silently through the tall grass that dominated the cropland of the Loray farms, unnoticed and unseen. They communicated with hand gestures, each understanding the other on almost a subconscious level, having hunted together since their infancy. Hidden further back, safely out of sight, the remainder of the orc raiders waited with their mounts – scanning the horizon for the signal that their brothers and sisters had begun the assault. It was slow going, but the blue skins were patient – the art of the hunt ingrained into their culture and lives so completely. When, as the Sun was setting in the evening sky, the roar of the orcs tore across the fields as they stampeded towards the unsuspecting farm houses, there was not time for the Loray settlers to put up a resistance. The smart ones didn’t stop to gather anything, but simply turned and ran.<br/><br/>By the time night fell on the small community, homes and shelters were ablaze – thick plumes of smoke billowing up into the heavens. The sounds of orcs howling in victory piercing the dark as they rampaged through the settlement, pillaging and plundering all that they could carry and destroying the rest. Raids from Pen’daii were not unheard of, far from it in fact. But for decades the Loray military had kept them in check and agreements with the Tarlook ensured similar coercion on both sides of the border. Yet times were changing. With the threat of the Pen’daii waning seemingly every year, the Loray presence on the border had been reduced – more pressing concerns requiring their attention. The terror and danger posed by their neighbours over the horizon was lost from the memory of the settlers, who brushed aside the tales of their forebears as exaggerations.<br/><br/>As the survivors emerged the next morning to find their livelihoods reduced to ash alongside the bodies of those who had dared to resist, they questioned as one how such a thing could have allowed to happen. This was the first recorded instance when the instability and strife ravaging the Pen’daii lands spilled over into their neighbours, but it would unfortunately not be the last. As the Tarlook’s forces struggled to contain numerous rebel groups that had sprung up against them, orc clans found their traditional hunting grounds reduced to warzones. Struggling to find food and supplies to maintain themselves, they were increasingly driven to return to raiding – with the weakened state of the Tarlook’s armies rendering the borders exceptionally porous and the small Loray border settlements irresistible targets.<br/>As the orcs returned with their spoils, boasting of their victory and already relishing the feast that would herald their return to their families, not one considered the repercussions of their action nor the rage that the Loray now felt."
732,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=175,2014-11-23T13:02:00,The Armed Republic of Dutch Coolness,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""> Marvyre Emberfury<br/>Loray Empire</span><br/><br/>""Staff? Do I strike you as someone who uses staffs? Phah. And I shall not have my hands bound! Let this Archmage of yours come. He shall face me and fall, and then you shall let me in... unbound."" Marvyre smiled and nodded, accepting the challenge. This was going well. She'd get her revenge, and she'd be allowd inside, too. This was going to be a good day, she thought to herself."
733,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=175,2014-11-23T13:38:00,The Starlight,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Inyel, Elnaria</span><br/><br/>Sensing a strong godly presence, that seemed quite malevolent to her, Inyel flashed down to the location to investigate. Nobody would be harming her elves, especially on the Winter Solstice. Just after Kalek and Janari enterd the gates of Firinel, a gust of snow appeared before them, swirling faster and faster, snowflakes flashing around, before Inyel stepped out of the little gust she had created. ""Usually, gods give me a warning before coming to visit. However, I doubt this is an ordinary case. Inyel, goddess of snow and ice, at your service. Welcome to Firinel. What can I do for you?"" Inyel asked."
734,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=175,2014-11-23T16:26:00,Nuridia,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Armed Republic of Dutch coolness <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320573&amp;p=22539301#p22539301"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""> Marvyre Emberfury<br/>Loray Empire</span><br/><br/>""Staff? Do I strike you as someone who uses staffs? Phah. And I shall not have my hands bound! Let this Archmage of yours come. He shall face me and fall, and then you shall let me in... unbound."" Marvyre smiled and nodded, accepting the challenge. This was going well. She'd get her revenge, and she'd be allowd inside, too. This was going to be a good day, she thought to herself.</div></blockquote><br/>""Excuse me but as I recall I am the empress of this land."" ""I shall not do anything I feel as a threat to my people, as for this duel I will be here as judge."" Leticia said as Archmage Stephanos came out. He had brown hair and brown eyes behind spectacles but still he looked to be a strong and powerful mage."" ""Alright, this isn't a duel to the death of if anyone tries to kill the other unprovoked you are disqualified."" ""The winner is decided when one of the battling mages can no longer fight, there will be no death involved."" ""Are you ready?"" she asked the archmage. ""Relax your majesty, I'm the most powerful mage in the world."" ""I can handle an old witch like this."" the archmage said confidently. ""But I will not underestimate her."" he added. ""Be careful, may Chantico and Thold protect you."" the empress said as the archmage teleported all three of them to a forest clearing a few miles from the capital. ""This is so that there will be no innocents fired upon."" Empress Leticia stood at the side as the mages got into position. In Khadune, Anna listened to Aldrean and had a funny feeling he was lying. ""Well that's a coincidence, I myself have been trying to get a meeting with the royal family as well."" 'However I've has as much success as you."" Anna said, flipping her long hair over her shoulder."
735,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=175,2014-11-23T16:56:00,Tomia,"Aldrean nodded to the woman, and watched her flipped her hair. He wondered what she was doing there as well. ""Well then, maybe we can help each other out. It doesn't seem the guards will let us in. The security seems pretty tight here. Perhaps we can find another way in? You seem like you're good at this kind of thing. What do you say, should we work together?"""
736,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=175,2014-11-23T17:36:00,Arceus Theocracy,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Deep within Albion...</span><br/>In the dead of night, Sierra stood on a hill overlooking an army camp, approximately a kilometer and a half away. He peered through the looking-glass attached to his crossbow to see a leader of the Dark Ones emerge from the prison tent, the dark-robed necromancer's pale face shining with glee. A blue orb formed in the emancipated wizard's hand, and he threw it at one of the tents. The screams could be heard even from the mercenary dwarf's position.<br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">So, you gonna shoot yet?""</span>Pireus, that annoying shmuck.<br/>""No. I await the perfect shot."" Sierra mouthed under his breath the spell of accuracy he learned long ago. Everything grew sharp, and the mercenary could feel every wind, knew every variable. All that remained was to pull the trigger.<br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">And the dwarf has said the spell, he'll soon take the shot, the world will know the sting-""</span><br/>""Pireus!"" the shot was messed up. The accuracy spell was fading. Plus, the target had also raised a small squad in the time the two personalities had been fighting. Sierra acted fast, lining up the black mark on his crossbow looking-glass and firing. The necromancer dropped like a stone, arrow impaled in the monster's neck. This led to the undead minions roaring in rage and begin knocking down tents and causing general havoc.<br/>""That was an unforeseen complication. And I am not paid for unforeseen complications."" The alternate personality laughed and said,<br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Let's see if some of those </span>Shmeeroes<span style=""font-style: italic""> are going to pay you for this, idiot.</span>""<br/>""On that, let's report to the Heroes. We must see what we can get for this."" Both assassins agreed the capital of Albion would be a great place to look for some Heroes and work (and consequently money)."
737,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=175,2014-11-23T19:22:00,Nuridia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Tomia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320573&amp;p=22542303#p22542303"">wrote</a>:</cite>Aldrean nodded to the woman, and watched her flipped her hair. He wondered what she was doing there as well. ""Well then, maybe we can help each other out. It doesn't seem the guards will let us in. The security seems pretty tight here. Perhaps we can find another way in? You seem like you're good at this kind of thing. What do you say, should we work together?""</div></blockquote><br/>Anna lookeed the man up and down. He definitely didn't work for the Centurion, and he may be a huge threat to their plans. Still he was handsome and he could help her into the palace. She could have a bit of fun with him later maybe, but for now she would use him as a means to help her achieve her immediate goal. She may've had magic but he had muscle which is much more subtle. ""Well of course we should work together, I quite like that idea actually."" Anna smiled, hiding her real inner thoughts."
738,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=175,2014-11-23T19:49:00,Tomia,"Aldrean returned Anna's smile, though he wasn't sure if he could trust her. Still, he could use her help and figured this way he could keep an eye on her if she turned out to be an enemy. ""Great, I'm glad. Let's get started then, come on"" He said before walking off towards the edge of the palace and beckoning her to follow him. ""I figure we should watch the guards for a little while, see when their shifts end. We should also look around for weak points."" He scanned the castle and saw the very top of what seemed like a gate that was under water near the back of the castle. ""That gate could be our way in."" Aldrean told Anna, pointing the barely visible gate in the water."
739,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=175,2014-11-23T20:03:00,Tarnen,"Malus watched as the three left to do battle, ""Well that was a bit anticlimactic don't you think. You think I'd get an invitation, no matter. As for you two."" He plunge his hand into both of their chest ripping out their own hearts ""Ever seen a still beating heart..."" Giggling ""Every see one on fire?"" Both hearts in his hand erupted into flames as both guards fell to the ground as the hearts were reduced to ash in his hands as he blew the ashes out of his hands. ""Well now onto the prize fight."" He said before disappearing in a bellow of smoke. And reappearing sitting on a tree branch watching the three face each other."
740,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=175,2014-11-23T23:03:00,Nuridia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Tomia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320573&amp;p=22544431#p22544431"">wrote</a>:</cite>Aldrean returned Anna's smile, though he wasn't sure if he could trust her. Still, he could use her help and figured this way he could keep an eye on her if she turned out to be an enemy. ""Great, I'm glad. Let's get started then, come on"" He said before walking off towards the edge of the palace and beckoning her to follow him. ""I figure we should watch the guards for a little while, see when their shifts end. We should also look around for weak points."" He scanned the castle and saw the very top of what seemed like a gate that was under water near the back of the castle. ""That gate could be our way in."" Aldrean told Anna, pointing the barely visible gate in the water.</div></blockquote><br/>""Brilliant, let's do this."" Anna said, cracking her fingers to prepare for a spell. As the guards at the tavern heard the prisoner surrender, they prepared to put irons around his wrists when he started talking and saying he was the Whisperer. Chantico, who saw the guards could handle themselves strode to the locked gates. On the other side of the bars she saw a man and noticed he was wearing the same exact clothes as that masked man at the party. Also the guards were lying dead with huge bloody holes in their chests. The fire goddess was horrified. ""You monstrous son of a bitch, what the hell did you do to those mortals?!"" Chantico demanded."
741,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=175,2014-11-23T23:21:00,Tomia,"Aldrean saw that Anna seemed to be preparing for a spell and he shook his head, ""No need, besides we don't want to alert the guards. I have another way, just make sure you hold on tight."" With that Aldrean suddenly pulled Anna into the water and began swimming quickly towards the bars. His body filled with energy in the water, like it was his natural habitat. Because he was holding on to her Anna didn't need to worry about breathing, she wouldn't even be wet by the end of this. ""Hold on to me,"" he instructed, sounding clear even through the water. He made his way to the bars and created two streams of water that pulled the bars off their hinges. He swam them inside and got them on land. ""Sorry about that, didn't have time to explain."" He said, a little tired now that he was out of the water."
742,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=175,2014-11-24T01:29:00,Tarnen,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nuridia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320573&amp;p=22546470#p22546470"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Tomia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320573&amp;p=22544431#p22544431"">wrote</a>:</cite>Aldrean returned Anna's smile, though he wasn't sure if he could trust her. Still, he could use her help and figured this way he could keep an eye on her if she turned out to be an enemy. ""Great, I'm glad. Let's get started then, come on"" He said before walking off towards the edge of the palace and beckoning her to follow him. ""I figure we should watch the guards for a little while, see when their shifts end. We should also look around for weak points."" He scanned the castle and saw the very top of what seemed like a gate that was under water near the back of the castle. ""That gate could be our way in."" Aldrean told Anna, pointing the barely visible gate in the water.</div></blockquote><br/>""Brilliant, let's do this."" Anna said, cracking her fingers to prepare for a spell. As the guards at the tavern heard the prisoner surrender, they prepared to put irons around his wrists when he started talking and saying he was the Whisperer. Chantico, who saw the guards could handle themselves strode to the locked gates. On the other side of the bars she saw a man and noticed he was wearing the same exact clothes as that masked man at the party. Also the guards were lying dead with huge bloody holes in their chests. The fire goddess was horrified. ""You monstrous son of a bitch, what the hell did you do to those mortals?!"" Chantico demanded.</div></blockquote><br/>""Well isn't it obvious? I pulled their own hearts outof their chests. Amusing though to see the look on their faces."" Laughing as he paced back and forth between the two bodies his hands behind his back. ""What is it to you dearie? Two nameless soliders dying in the line of duty, didn't think you deity types were so into mortal affairs."" Putting hia face against the gate ""I can bring them back...for a price."" Smiling as he said those words."
743,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=175,2014-11-24T01:54:00,The Armed Republic of Dutch Coolness,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""> Marvyre Emberfury<br/>Loray Empire</span><br/><br/>""Your arrogance will be your undoing, Archmage. I<span style=""font-style: italic"">really</span>don't like it when people refer to me as old, old man.. By the end of the day, you'll regret saying that.""<br/><br/>After being teleported to the forest clearing, Marvyre took several steps backwards, pulled one of her daggers, and threw off her cloak. Quietly, she began working on several spells that would protect her, while she held her dagger ready, at her own wrist. After all, some magics required blood... Seeing as the arrogant man was not to be killed according to the young Empress, that was not a viable source, and thus she'd have to resort to her own. Yes, it'd do perfectly fine, and seeing as no magic had been disallowed... It would be easy. Very easy. ""Let us begin, then."" she spoke, before throwing up a magical barrier in front of herself."
744,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=175,2014-11-24T13:25:00,Nuridia,"""Whatever you're trying to sell, I'm not buying it."" ""What sort of weirdo price do you even mean?"" Chantico blazed at Malus. Meanwhile Hala had gone back inside the palace to get some more things and when Aldrean stopped Anna she knew that she wasn't happy and in fact wanted to slap the shit out of him but stopped herself. The prize was much greater than whatever she felt. In the forest, the Archmage was preparing for a summoning spell to conjure up a burrowing dragon. If it couldn't get through the barriers it could just tunnel right underneath her. Leticia was shocked when she saw Malus appear. ""Who are you?"" ""And why aren't you clasped in irons, where are my guards?!"" the empress demanded."
745,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=175,2014-11-24T13:36:00,Tomia,"Aldrean got off the ground now that they were inside the castle. They appeared to be underground and would need to find their way up. He saw that Anna was not happy with him. ""Hey, sorry about that. I wasn't trying to anything. I just didn't have time to explain what I was going to do."" He told her sincerely. He could tell she had a temper. ""By the way, we never introduced ourselves. I'm Aldrean, it's nice to meet you."" He told her offering her his hand. When they were done with the greeting he started to walk with Anna through the tunnel, looking for a way out."
746,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=175,2014-11-24T17:00:00,Masimino,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">On the Road to Ozakaria</span><br/><br/>Lokhtar was going back to Ozakaria, to plan the duel, contact the rebels and probably unify the Orcs once and for all. He was worried, mainly because it's been a long time since he went back to his grandparents lands in the dark and dense forested south. There was a deep division in the Orcs. The people in the North were green skins, while the south were blue skins, plus the radical shift from a nomadic to permanent settlement was not taken kindly by the blue skins. No matter, Lokhtar would challenge the Tarlook and would win, one or another."
747,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=175,2014-11-24T18:23:00,Nuridia,"""I'm Anna."" Anna said simply to Aldrean as they snuck inside one of the palace's tunnels.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Once the little princess is mine, I'll bring her to the Centurion and then we'll never have to be on the fringes of society again! Loray will pay for the way it treated me and Mother and once I defeat my weak bimbo of a sister I will take my rightful place on the throne as Empress!</span>she thought to herself. That's been her goal for the past nineteen years and she never strayed from it."
748,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=175,2014-11-24T18:29:00,Tomia,"Aldrean nodded to Anna. ""It's nice to meet you Anna."" He told we as they walked through the tunnel. After a rather long walk they reared a metal latter that seemed to lead up towards the stables. ""Good, looks like we're here."" He paused a little bit when he thought about who would climb first. He wondered if he could trust her. ""I'll go first if you want."" He said as he climbed the latter and then once he reached the top he offered her his hand to help her up. They were in an abandoned barn right outside the palace. Aldrean saw a door they could get into."
749,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=175,2014-11-24T20:15:00,Tarnen,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nuridia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320573&amp;p=22552264#p22552264"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Whatever you're trying to sell, I'm not buying it."" ""What sort of weirdo price do you even mean?"" Chantico blazed at Malus. Meanwhile Hala had gone back inside the palace to get some more things and when Aldrean stopped Anna she knew that she wasn't happy and in fact wanted to slap the shit out of him but stopped herself. The prize was much greater than whatever she felt. In the forest, the Archmage was preparing for a summoning spell to conjure up a burrowing dragon. If it couldn't get through the barriers it could just tunnel right underneath her. Leticia was shocked when she saw Malus appear. ""Who are you?"" ""And why aren't you clasped in irons, where are my guards?!"" the empress demanded.</div></blockquote><br/>""Oh something of yours, but I get to pick what it is."" Giggling as he saw the Empress ""Ah the Empress honors me with her precense, I'm touch."" Smiling at her ""Why, because I've done nothing wrong..."" Looking down at the dead guard ""Up until five mintues ago and your guards are shall we say indisposed of really forever. I was telling dear Chantico her I can bring them back for a price."""
750,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=175,2014-11-24T21:26:00,New Cinoth,"Alyah nods softly, ""Well I excel at making things cold if they need to be."" She gives him a small grin, ""Undead..... Now that's something I've always been interested in. I've wondered how they work and what sorts of things keep them alive. Is it just pure ma-"" She stops as Ergon interrupts, ""I just get a little nervous around guards and heavily armed people.... For my own safety, y'know."" Ergon scowls at her, ""I see. Well then perhaps it would not be wise to mention that your father has many of those people surrounding him in my castle."" He turns to Tiberius, ""What did you want from her? She is, by law, a subject of mine and I want to know why you decided to talk to her, Templar. Are you, per chance, a recruiter for your misguided and dying order? Or perhaps you fancy her?"" Ergon's eyes narrowed darkly at the man as he spoke."
751,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=175,2014-11-24T23:10:00,Nuridia,"Anna was hesitant at first but took Aldrean's hand and let him help her up when they scaled the wall of the palace and they finally arrived at a barn a little ways away. Perhaps there was more to this seemingly unintelligent stranger than met the eye. the elven woman thought. In the clearing, Chantico had appeared with the Empress and the others at the fight with the Archmage. ""How dare you murder my guards?!"" ""When this duel is over, I have a m ind to deal with you myself."" Leticia said, her staff still at her side."
752,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=175,2014-11-24T23:49:00,Raktio,"<img alt="":evil:"" src=""./images/smilies/icon_evil.gif"" title=""Evil or Very Mad""/><blockquote><div><cite>The Starlight <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320573&amp;p=22539797#p22539797"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Inyel, Elnaria</span><br/><br/>Sensing a strong godly presence, that seemed quite malevolent to her, Inyel flashed down to the location to investigate. Nobody would be harming her elves, especially on the Winter Solstice. Just after Kalek and Janari enterd the gates of Firinel, a gust of snow appeared before them, swirling faster and faster, snowflakes flashing around, before Inyel stepped out of the little gust she had created. ""Usually, gods give me a warning before coming to visit. However, I doubt this is an ordinary case. Inyel, goddess of snow and ice, at your service. Welcome to Firinel. What can I do for you?"" Inyel asked.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""You can stop freezing my rump off for starts,""</span>Akishi nickered as she shook her partially frosted mane, if the goddess couldn't understand horse talk, Janari most certainly did. However the likelyness of the goddess not understanding the horse was really unlikely when she was also half godling, her father being Caift.<br/><br/>Janari scolded her horse, ""if she wanted she could have frozen more than just your rump, and this is her home so give her some respect at least."" However Janari was also laughing though at least trying not to look like she was, unlike her Companion who was only warming up in her rudeness. To the goddess she apologized, ""I'm sorry about Akishi's rudeness, her mouth tends to run loose when not getting substantial amounts of sweet treats, despite all my efforts."""
753,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=175,2014-11-25T01:10:00,The Armed Republic of Dutch Coolness,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""> Marvyre Emberfury<br/>Loray Empire</span><br/><br/>Marvyre casually tossed a bolt made out of writhing shadows towards the Archmage Stephanos with a simple wave of her hand. She mumbled a few quiet words under her breath, before shrieking came from the forest. The warlock tilted her head, and smiled as she began forming barriers in a circle all around her. ""It seems the dead don't like staying dead, Archmage. They're sounding quite... hungry, don't you think? I've heard they're quite fond of blood. Quite fond indeed..."" Another scream. ""Hmm, this one's closer, isn't he..? Or she..? Hmm.. Maybe it's a Banshee. Yes.. that'd bd interesting. Very interesting indeed!"" Marvyre lashed out with a bolt of fire, her other hand, still clutching the dagger, working on maintaining and reinforcing the barriers."
754,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=200,2014-11-25T05:05:00,New Roman Empire,"Tiberius leaned over and whispered, ""And this is what I was talking about earlier. Now to the undead thing, I'm not sure, if they were held by magic then they would fall apart within two feet of us."" Informed Tiberius as he now turned to deal with Ergon. ""Now first off I am the Grandmaster and my templars are the only fighting force to deal I'm resisting and completely nulling magic. Plus we are trained to fight the dark ones. So I would show some respect to one of the main force that saved the world long ago. Now as to what I want with her, that entirely depends on her choice. I am tempted to offer her a noncombat role in which she can study her interests safely and without the danger. But like I said, depends on her and while I do find her attractive. Right now the order comes before personal feelings."" Informed Tiberius as he really started to hate this guy."
755,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=200,2014-11-25T06:49:00,Tarnen,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nuridia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320573&amp;p=22560549#p22560549"">wrote</a>:</cite>Anna was hesitant at first but took Aldrean's hand and let him help her up when they scaled the wall of the palace and they finally arrived at a barn a little ways away. Perhaps there was more to this seemingly unintelligent stranger than met the eye. the elven woman thought. In the clearing, Chantico had appeared with the Empress and the others at the fight with the Archmage. ""How dare you murder my guards?!"" ""When this duel is over, I have a m ind to deal with you myself."" Leticia said, her staff still at her side.</div></blockquote><br/>""Temper, temper dearie we do not want any unnecessary casualties do we?"" A fire ball formed in his hand ""Or do we?"" Quickly he snuffed out the flames, giggling to himself ""Besides do you even know how to incapacitate the likes of me? Locking me up won't do you any good."""
756,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=200,2014-11-25T06:50:00,Tomia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nuridia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320573&amp;p=22560549#p22560549"">wrote</a>:</cite>Anna was hesitant at first but took Aldrean's hand and let him help her up when they scaled the wall of the palace and they finally arrived at a barn a little ways away. Perhaps there was more to this seemingly unintelligent stranger than met the eye. the elven woman thought. In the clearing, Chantico had appeared with the Empress and the others at the fight with the Archmage. ""How dare you murder my guards?!"" ""When this duel is over, I have a m ind to deal with you myself."" Leticia said, her staff still at her side.</div></blockquote><br/>Aldrean helped Anna to her feet and saw an entrance that seemed to be the castle kitchens. He motioned toward Anna and headed to the door. They made there way there and luckily the kitchens were empty. ""Any Idea where we should head now?"" Aldrean asked now that they were in the palace."
757,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=200,2014-11-25T07:36:00,Bentus,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ralina Elfkiller – Pen’daii</span><br/><hr/><br/>In the early morning air, a light dew fell upon the remnants of battle. The sun was obscured behind the light fog that accompanied the day, but the discarded weapons and small patches of dried blood could still be seen. It had been a mighty confrontation, but the result had never been in doubt, with the leaders of the Tarlook’s forces having noticed this and hastily withdrawing the day before – leaving their troops to slow down the advancing rebels. Unaware of their status as a sacrificial lamb, the soldiers had fought on until their defensive lines collapsed in their entirety, their foe running wild within the great city of tents that made up their camp. Even in this new morning, hours since the battle had come to a close, some of the embers still glowed stubbornly in the light.<br/><br/>Realising that victory had been impossible, the orcs had thrown down their weapons – their chain of command revealed in its headless state. Ralina felt a burning anger raging within her chest as she walked down the line of their captives. The orcs kneeled side-by-side, their hands securely bound behind their backs as rebel warriors stood over with weapons drawn. Contempt was all that Ralina felt towards her opponent commanders, cowards and infants unfit to bear the distinction of being an orc. Had they no shame that they so willingly abandoned their followers to death and defeat?<span style=""font-style: italic"">No wonder the rest of the world looks down on us like dirt, treading upon us and wielding their treaties as trophies. We are led by fools and weaklings.</span>Drawing on the reigns, she halted before one of the prisoners, her eyes meeting the defiant stare looking up at her.<br/><br/>She looked over the young man, he hardly looked like he had endured 20 winters – but despite the fresh cuts and wounds that covered his body, he stubbornly sat with his back straight and his head held tall. There was an uneasy silence between them, other prisoners nervously looking away – certain that their comrade had earned himself a swift death.<br/><br/>“What is your name, boy?” Ralina’s voice commanded respect, but was not harsh. The orc seemed taken aback by the question, seemingly unexpected as it was. When his surprise dissipated and he realised that his conqueror was sitting, waiting for a response, his voice was proud and bold.<br/><br/>“Sozal of Clan Krork, son of Dorgon Deadslayer.”<br/><br/>“Krork is a good name, and I know of Dorgon – his deeds are famed even within the Baga.” Ralina dismounted from her Warg, bringing herself closer to the level of her kneeling former-adversary, the boy uncertain how to react. “Cut his bindings.” She ordered to one of her warriors. The ropes were cut clean through by the blade at her bidding, confusion and disbelief rife across the faces of all of the prisoners.<br/><br/>Ralina sighed at the boy, his confidence evaporating as his understanding of the situation – the soul probably having thought that this morning would be his last – deteriorated. “Come now, must you continue to force me to speak down to you?” She offered her hand to the boy, who took it cautiously with his own, now free. With a strong pull, she helped him up to his feet.<br/><br/>“Sozal, have you not yet earned your second-name?” She queried.<br/><br/>“N-No.” The orc stuttered slightly. “My lady.”<br/><br/>Ralina smiled, glad that he was starting to realise that he was no longer facing an enemy. “Well, we must change that.” She turned to look out at all the other prisoners and orcs that filled the field, stretching out across the ruins of the loyalists’ camp. “Let it be known that I, Ralina Elfkiller, name Sozal Ironshield!” A cheer went up from her warriors, confirming the decree as their prisoners still remained dumbfounded. Once it had died down, she began to address the rest of them.<br/>“Brothers and sisters, this battle is finished. Many of your comrades and our kin have fallen to the blade and arrow this past day – needlessly. I mourn them all, as should you, for every drop of orc blood spilled is one too many. Especially when it is drawn by another of our kind.” She had seen the piles of bodies that been collected over the night, and meant every word that she said. “You are all here because you responded to a call from your Tarlook – a noble act befitting an orc and you should be applauded for your courage.” Some of the prisoners were now standing up nervously, their hands freed by their captors. “Whilst you are our prisoners, I have no stomach to divide any more Clans, any more families. Should you decide to leave this camp, then we will not oppose you.” The offer was even more surprising to the orcs than what had happened thus far, but none considered taking it up – knowing full well the fate that awaited a warrior who surrendered. “Although, you could join with us.”<br/><br/>Ralina let the statement hang in the air for a few moments before continuing. “For too long, Pen’daii has been the ailing sick-man of Pagden, the victim of the whims of foreigners. Once we were a force that instilled fear across the lands, an Empire of Orcs that backed down from no foe nor fight. Yet look at us now. We fight amongst ourselves, slaughtering each other to the laughter of our real foes.” Ralina’s voice was angry and animated, a few brave nods of agreement responding to her words. “All the while the Tarlook sits in his<span style=""font-style: italic"">Palace</span>, growing fat and decadent off the luxuries and gifts of the outsiders – happily bought by their trinkets and spices. We are not elves, we are not humans; we are orcs! How have we been reduced to this?” She scanned the eyes of those closest to her, as if searching for an answer.<br/><br/>“Well I say no more. No more to the division and quarrelling that have led to our fall. No more to the corruption of the pleasantries of the so-called ‘civilized’ lands.” She stretched her arm out to one of the banners waving in the wind, Thold’s symbol proudly emblazoned upon it. “I am Ralina Elfkiller of Baga, but I fight now as Ralina of Pen’daii. We are no longer a collection of band and tribes, but an army of orcs united to reclaim our right! For too long the Gods have abandoned us, turned away and ignored our pleas for help – no longer. Thold, the God of Protection, has declared that our time in the mud has come to an end. He has grown angry at our fall, at our inaction to stem our decline, and so he has given us the power to return to what it means to be of Pen’daii. But this is not a fight that can be won alone. Tell me, orcs of Pen’daii – how many of you will fight with me?”<br/><br/>The great roar of response could be heard for miles around. Thousands of voices lifting as one, screaming out their support and pledging their loyalty. Blood and adrenalin was coursing through the veins of them all, along with a feeling that had been buried: pride. Pride at being an orc.<br/><br/>And hope."
758,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=200,2014-11-25T13:17:00,Alderann,"MOUNTAINS OF LORAY, THOLD'S TEMPLE<br/><br/>Thold sat atop of the mountain in his temple just like a king of the world. Sitting there in silence, his only company was the howling wind outside, and the frigid breeze that pierced every crack and opening in the old temple.<br/><br/>The moon was full illuminating the mountain and temple. The landscape was calm and relaxing, and desolate. This was Thold's world, forgotten by everyone and everything, he couldn't remember the last time someone had visited his temple or worshipped him.<br/><br/>Thold the son of the heavens and sky, the warrior god that loved his worshippers as if they were his own children, now had no one. The darkness had become his life.<br/><br/>But tonight would be different and give the old god hope once more. On this night in the darkness Thold heard something that he hasn't heard in a century. It was the sound of thousands calling out his name, the sound of need and love.<br/><br/>The sound that he heard was the orc's calling out to him. Thold sat down and closed his eyes to see the cause of this. When his eyes closed he could see Ralina cheering and yelling the name of Thold.<br/><br/>The feeling that the old god from this was bliss. He was wanted, he was needed, and like a charge he felt his power returning to him. Power that he hadn't felt in a long time.<br/><br/>Thold then sent his voice on the breeze to Ralina.<br/><br/>"" Ralina""<br/><br/>a soft whisper would make its way to Ralina' ears.<br/><br/>Then his mind went back to Leticia.<br/><br/>"" Leticia, my power has begun to return to me."""
759,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=200,2014-11-25T13:20:00,The Starlight,"<blockquote><div><cite>Raktio <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320573&amp;p=22561113#p22561113"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-style: italic"">""You can stop freezing my rump off for starts,""</span> Akishi nickered as she shook her partially frosted mane, if the goddess couldn't understand horse talk, Janari most certainly did. However the likelyness of the goddess not understanding the horse was really unlikely when she was also half godling, her father being Caift.<br/><br/>Janari scolded her horse, ""if she wanted she could have frozen more than just your rump, and this is her home so give her some respect at least."" However Janari was also laughing though at least trying not to look like she was, unlike her Companion who was only warming up in her rudeness. To the goddess she apologized, ""I'm sorry about Akishi's rudeness, her mouth tends to run loose when not getting substantial amounts of sweet treats, despite all my efforts.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Inyel smiled, ""Don't worry about it, for a horse it is quite cold, and for travelers who rarely come north."" Waving a hand, she removed all the accumulated snow from the riders and their horses. ""And as for sweet treats, how about some cookies?"" Inyel said, grinning, teleporting the remaining cookies to her hand in a bag. Taking one out and looking at Janari, ""If I may?"" she asked, holding up a cookie to the horse Akishi."
760,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=200,2014-11-25T14:10:00,Nuridia,"The archmage countered the fire with a water blast and realized he would have to find a way to get through her barriers. Or better yet, find a way to make it so she couldn't get fresh blood for spells. He then heard the shrieks of the banshees coming around, Leticia heard Thold but didn't get exactly what he said because of the intensity of this duel and because of Malus' annoying laugh. Stephanos turned around and started firing bolts of light from his staff to stop the ghouls from coming. Meanwhile Anna and Aldrean were at last inside of the Khadune palace. Hala was packing up a few last remaining books in her bedroom and had to pass through some of the corridors to get to the outside. When Aldrean asked where they should go Anna thought about it. ""The women's quarters, they usually have a section in palaces like these where all the female members live."" the elven woman said."
761,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=200,2014-11-25T14:29:00,Tomia,"Aldrean nodded to Anna and started heading cautiously towards the hall. He didn't want to accidentally run into someone. He kept an eye on Anna as he still wasn't sure about her. She seemed nice, if a bit troubled. There was something about her that fascinated him though. However he wouldn't let his guard down. He needed to protect the princess and he couldn't let anything get in the way of that."
762,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=200,2014-11-25T14:40:00,Krugmar,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Nzem'thoth, <span style=""font-style: italic"">the Solitaire</span><br/>Loray Dungeons</span><br/><br/>Nzem'thoth was chained up and abandoned in what seemed to be the Imperial dungeons, laying near him was Azkarn who seemed to be unconscious. Part of his blue robe had been torn slightly, likely by the guards as they were transporting him.<br/><br/>""Oh dear, we will have to get that repaired"" said Thoth, already bored of the new situation.<br/><br/>""Prison? We haven't been in prison before, truly exciting!"" replied Nzem who was always up for new experiences, though prison would likely bore him soon enough.<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">We will not be here for too long my friends, they shall set us free when they talk to us""</span>whispered the voice, calming Nzem'thoth and putting him back to sleep."
763,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=200,2014-11-25T14:43:00,Nuridia,"Anna snuck quietly through the hall with Aldrean, preparing to bag the princess when they got there. Hala, draped head to toe in white and gold walked straight down the other corridor and passed right by the hall that Anna and he were in, presumably not seeing them. Anna smirked when she walked past.<span style=""font-style: italic"">I can feel the magical energy radiating off of her, that's our target.</span>she thought. She prepared to say a spell that would make her a shadow so she can slip and grab Hala before anybody notices."
764,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=200,2014-11-25T14:49:00,Tomia,"Aldrean was shocked when he saw Hala's face as she walked past them. It was the face Abrok had showed him. He quickly turned around and walked after her. ""Excuse me? Can I talk to you? It's really important?"" Aldrean called after her. he forgot about Anna for the moment, becoming more focused on Hala. He had gone from having to convince one royal they were a hero to another."
765,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=200,2014-11-25T19:44:00,New Cinoth,"""That seems a little... Violent..."" Ergon nodded solemnly, ""Indeed it is my dear. But I cannot have people running around willy nilly."" He glared at Tiberius. ""My citizens are my property, as stated by law. If you wish to recruit one you must ask me beforehand. "" Alyah glanced at the two men nervously, ""Well I think it'd be best if I went with Tiberius on this one..... It seems like a better deal."" Ergon glared at the young elf. ""Well then you had best get out of my sight, traitor."" Alyah frowned, ""But I didn't betray the kingdom. I was just thinking it'd be a better choice."" Ergon's voice trembled with outrage, ""You...... You ungrateful whelp. If you want to go run around with some robed men playing make believe over living in a castle fine, but don't you dare say it was better!"""
766,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=200,2014-11-25T20:36:00,New Roman Empire,"""You sir have no idea on what we are, we actually hold two castles my king. Plus we are growing everyday, we have many of the same things you do but minus all of the nice clothing. Now as seeing as she has made her choice, I believe its best to be on our way to get her things or at least rejoin the party first. Who knows, but if you ever attempt to interfere in templar affairs, you will be answered by me and I will ensure any templar support will not come to your aid. So play nice or fave the dark ones alone."" Informed Tiberius as he saw Sarlvari appear. ""Ah is the templar Patron god, now if you will excuse us."" Informed Tiberius as he stuck out his hand for her to take it then they would rejoin the party with Sarlvari."
767,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=200,2014-11-25T21:11:00,Nuridia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Tomia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320573&amp;p=22569182#p22569182"">wrote</a>:</cite>Aldrean was shocked when he saw Hala's face as she walked past them. It was the face Abrok had showed him. He quickly turned around and walked after her. ""Excuse me? Can I talk to you? It's really important?"" Aldrean called after her. he forgot about Anna for the moment, becoming more focused on Hala. He had gone from having to convince one royal they were a hero to another.</div></blockquote><br/>Anna saw Aldrean run toward Hala and realize that he was there for the princess just like she was. She quickly stepped into a shadow and slowly slunk across the floor, onto a wall as she stepped into the shadow of a flower vase and slowly grew, waiting for the opportunity to grab Hala and go. Hala turned to Aldrean with wide eyes. ""Who are you?"" ""How did you get into the palace?!"" ""Guards, guards!"" Hala shouted, pulling out a dagger from her veil to defend herself. She thought that Aldrean was just abother intruder."
768,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=200,2014-11-25T21:30:00,Tomia,"Aldrean was surprised when Hala shouted and pulled a dagger on him. He placed his sword holster on the ground and put his hands up in the air in surrender. ""Your highness, I'm not here to hurt you, just hear me out. My name is Aldrean and I am from the hero's guild. I'm here to bring you safely to the guild. You're in danger. There are people who would like to hurt you. I'm here to protect you."" He told her sincerely."
769,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=200,2014-11-25T22:07:00,Nuridia,"""A likely story."" Hala said when Aldrean spoke. Her gray eyes scanned him for any signs of lying but was a bit surprised when he put the holster of his sword down. From the shadows, Anna saw her opportunity. ""Perfect, he's unarmed."" ""Now I can just go in for the quarry."" Anna thought. Hala then spoke to Aldrean. ""So what guild do you mean, the writer's guild?"" 'And what do I need to be protected from?"" 'Who sent you, and who wants to hurt m...ah!"" Before Hala could finish, a shadow seemed to get subtly bigger but that was just Anna and a dark shadowy hand wrapped arounf Hala's mouth and one around her waist, pulling her into the shadow where it becaome normal again. Anna then rode a series of shadows out of the palace to bring the girl tot he Centurion. Since Hala had been pulled inside the shadow, she couldn't be seen unless you followed what looked like the shadow of a snake."
770,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=200,2014-11-25T22:18:00,Tomia,"Aldrean was about to explain himself again to Hala when a shadow suddenly came out and grabbed her. Aldrean tried to pick up his sword but it was too late. Aldrean looked around and he saw that Anna was no where to be found. He cursed himself, how could he be so stupid? He should have known better, working with her. He saw a shadowy trail and realized she could be followed. He prayed to Abrok for help.<span style=""font-style: italic"">My lord, a dark one took Hala. I need your help.</span>Abrok heard the news and focused on the location. As the god of destiny and time, he also had power over journeys. He managed to severe Anna's dark magic for a moment and transport Aldrean to to their location but it took a tremendous amount of energy. The god began to feel faint and struggled to keep his feet. That was the most magic he had done in a long time."
771,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=200,2014-11-25T23:32:00,Raktio,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Starlight <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320573&amp;p=22567826#p22567826"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Raktio <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320573&amp;p=22561113#p22561113"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-style: italic"">""You can stop freezing my rump off for starts,""</span> Akishi nickered as she shook her partially frosted mane, if the goddess couldn't understand horse talk, Janari most certainly did. However the likelyness of the goddess not understanding the horse was really unlikely when she was also half godling, her father being Caift.<br/><br/>Janari scolded her horse, ""if she wanted she could have frozen more than just your rump, and this is her home so give her some respect at least."" However Janari was also laughing though at least trying not to look like she was, unlike her Companion who was only warming up in her rudeness. To the goddess she apologized, ""I'm sorry about Akishi's rudeness, her mouth tends to run loose when not getting substantial amounts of sweet treats, despite all my efforts.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Inyel smiled, ""Don't worry about it, for a horse it is quite cold, and for travelers who rarely come north."" Waving a hand, she removed all the accumulated snow from the riders and their horses. ""And as for sweet treats, how about some cookies?"" Inyel said, grinning, teleporting the remaining cookies to her hand in a bag. Taking one out and looking at Janari, ""If I may?"" she asked, holding up a cookie to the horse Akishi.</div></blockquote><br/>Akishi snorted blowing hot horse breath onnthe goddesses hand,<span style=""font-style: italic"">""this place so cold you can't even grow food here?</span><br/><br/>""Akishi's not all to much into human made food, though she defiantly has a sweet tooth,"" Janari reached inside of a saddle bag and produced a apply, and at the same time Akishi's ears turned backwards and the horse stood more rigid. ""I've got your attention now don't I, now you apologise to the kind lady and accept her gift of hospitality.""<br/><br/>The horse paused for a moment before gingerly nibbling on the end of the cookie, than grabbing it gently with her teeth took it and swung her head around so that Janari could take it.<br/><br/>Janari took a large bite out of the apple, and grabbed the cookie as the horse let go of it and handed over the apple which Akishi happy crunched away at. Janari finished her bite of the apple before taking a bite out of the horse slobber covered cookie. Once done with chewing and swallowing she commented, ""pretty good though it could use more flavors, Csari would make this taste excellent, did you make these?"""
772,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=200,2014-11-26T06:48:00,Bentus,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Kalek - Elnaria</span><br/><hr/><br/>The appearance of the patron Goddess of the Loray herself was not what Kalek had been expecting upon his arrival in the city. Indeed, given the sudden influx of travellers and dignitaries that undoubtedly had accompanied the start of their festivities, he had been concerned that there would have been nobody at all capable of sparing the time to investigate the queries of a few Malwaians. However, it appeared that his fears had been unfounded. He cocked an eyebrow towards Akishi, wondering whether or not the companion was quietly enjoying the divine attention being paid to her. He sheepishly had to admit to himself that he had never considered Akishi's birth as a possible asset, having considered without a thought that she'd have been viewed as but another mount. His thoughtlessness was now evident, having realised that the Gods themselves were unlike the mortals that they deemed worthy of interaction - Akishi was a child of one of their kin, of course she was worthy of welcome. Although he did almost groan when she opened her mouth. At least Janari covered for her companion, so hopefully they wouldn't get smitten then and there.<br/><br/>""My Lady, it is an honour to be greeted in such a way to your lands. I am Kalek of Malway, and this is Janari - also of Malway. Whilst I understand that you must be wishing to properly welcome Akishi, I must ask you about something else."" Kalek reached into one of the bags on the side of his, far less than divine, mount. In his hands, he pulled out a small piece of parchment with an ink image drawn by Janari's uncle. It wasn't perfect, but Kalek had to admit that the old man had done far better than he could have from memory. He extended the picture out towards the Goddess, the features of the women drawn upon it clearly visible in the black ink. ""We're trying to find any information about this elven woman - we believe her to be half dark-elf and half sun-elf. We encountered within the Great Library of H'tek before she vanished using some kind of shadow magic."" He paused before continuing, wondering if this was all something of a forlorn quest. ""She said some things that I'd very much like her to explain - questions that I'd much rather not leave unanswered. It's not a lot to go on, but it's all we have at the moment."""
773,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=200,2014-11-26T11:38:00,The Starlight,"Inyel smiled slightly at Akishi's comment, but it was true, so she didn't respond. Taking a cookie for herself and munching on them, she swallowed it down before responded. ""Yes, though I had some help from my sister Chantico so that I could have an oven without melting myself and the whole of my palace.""<br/>Turning to Kalek, she nodded, he was the one from which the dark aura was coming from, though he didn't seem to notice. ""Pleased to meet you, Kalek. As for the elven woman you seek, I am afraid she has not come to Elnaria, or I would have sensed her power. Sun -elves dislike the cold, so they try to avoid Elnaria as much as possible, and when everything's a snowy white, there aren't many shadows. I am sorry. But I believe I can help, indirectly, but I warn you to be careful, for many with shadow magic are aligned and allied with dark forces. However, I do know someone who should be able to help you, Shade, God of Shadows. He dropped by to say hello, and I think we can catch him before he goes off to mope for another 1,000 years or so. I'll take you to my temple, if that is your wish."" Inyel waved a hand, forming an ice platform large for all of them to stand on. Then she created a shield. ""There, I've added a shield so that you won't feel cold at all,"" she said, fake-glaring at Akishi."
774,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=200,2014-11-26T19:05:00,Masimino,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ozakaria</span><br/><br/>Lokhtar finally reached Ozakaria, after a few hours of traveling in his horse, who was also tired. He made his way to his home, where the populace was cheering for the return of their High Chief. He went through salutes, gifts and generally friendly gestures from his people. It was still night, but he made great time coming home. He went inside his home, where instead of resting, he started to write a letter for the rebels in the south, where he'll send a few men to deliver it.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To the Rebels, <br/>From High Chief Lokhtar Dokh<br/><br/>It has come to my attention that darkness will return, and yet, you still don't have a strong ruler. I know we have our differences, but cast this aside and listen to me. You may or may not accept me as Chief or Tarlook, but I will challenge him, and I will win. And for that, I need to your help, help in getting into Tarlook territories. Help me and I will unify the Orcs, or at least put an able ruler on the throne. Think about it.</blockquote><br/><br/>He gave the letter to the messengers, but also disguised himself as a messenger too, to see the reaction and response of his kin."
775,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=200,2014-11-26T19:14:00,Nuridia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Tomia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320573&amp;p=22574213#p22574213"">wrote</a>:</cite>Aldrean was about to explain himself again to Hala when a shadow suddenly came out and grabbed her. Aldrean tried to pick up his sword but it was too late. Aldrean looked around and he saw that Anna was no where to be found. He cursed himself, how could he be so stupid? He should have known better, working with her. He saw a shadowy trail and realized she could be followed. He prayed to Abrok for help. <span style=""font-style: italic"">My lord, a dark one took Hala. I need your help.</span> Abrok heard the news and focused on the location. As the god of destiny and time, he also had power over journeys. He managed to severe Anna's dark magic for a moment and transport Aldrean to to their location but it took a tremendous amount of energy. The god began to feel faint and struggled to keep his feet. That was the most magic he had done in a long time.</div></blockquote><br/>Anna had arrived in the North miles away from the hidden entrance to the Centurion's castle when all of a sudden she fell unceremoniously down in the snow and Hala fell alongside her, the shadow surrounding them had vanished. Hala took the opportunity to try to escape, taking off running but Anna bound her with ropes made of dark magic. She was trapped and Anna was furious. Why was her teleportation spell interupted, that never happened before. She was even mnore surprosed when Aldrean arrived in the same place they were. She cursed herself mentally for underestimating him. Hala was freezing, she had fallen on her side when Anna bound her again and her white robes and veil nearly blended in completely with the snow. She didn't know where she was or how she got there, but she had to figure a way out."
776,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=200,2014-11-26T19:31:00,Tomia,"Aldrean suddenly found himself in the middle of a snowy tundra. He saw Anna near by and she had Hala tied up. He quickly thanked Abrok in a pray before charging at Anna with his sword drawn. ""Let her go!"" He shouted at the dark magic, turning the snow around him into Icicle spears and firing them at her. He had thought Anna might not be that bad, but now he needed to focus on saving Hala."
777,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=200,2014-11-26T19:37:00,New Cinoth,"Ergon waved his hand dismissively at Tiberius, ""I do not fear of your silly little order."" He turns to Alyah, ""But you, on the other hand, should be terrified. It will cost you more then you ever know."" Alyah gulps wordlessly and takes Tiberius's arm. Ergon watches them go, practically seething with rage before he storms off back to the party, no doubt to ruin some minor kingdom by turing a trade agreement into a vicegrip on their throat. Alyah nudged Tiberius nervously, ""Ummm thanks back there. I have a feeling he won't be too happy to see me any time soon."" She sighs, ""Have you ever found out what makes the undead get up."""
778,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=200,2014-11-26T19:54:00,New Roman Empire,"""You should be worried, were one of the few forces that are not bound to some king. So let me knowhow fighting the dark ones work for you when you don't have Templar support."" Informed Tiberius as he closed the door behind him. Then he turned to Alyah and replied, ""Your welcome, but yeah I with dispatch a group of templars to ensure your father makes it to the fortress. Well actually teleport him to the fortress. Now as to the undead, we have a theory. We believe It's a source of power from another plane. But weird not a hundred precent sure."" Informed Tiberius as stopped near a bench and sat down."
779,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=225,2014-11-26T20:40:00,New Cinoth,"Alyah nodded slowly, ""Alright then. I wish I could learn how to bring the dead back. That'd be an interesting skill to learn."" She sits down beside him and smiles slightly, ""What's life in a Templar stronghold like? My dad and I don't have much skills beyond running shops and other menial things like that. I know how to use a crossbow, but I've never really shot a person before so..... Yeah."" She sighs softly, ""Sorry we don't have that much to contribute to your cause, but we'd still like to try and be useful instead of a drain."" She looks down at her feet, ""After all I guess we're starting completely over."""
780,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=225,2014-11-27T04:46:00,New Roman Empire,"Tiberius looked around when she mentioned necromancy. ""Shhhhhh, I would be very careful about saying that stuff around here really anywhere. We as Templars fight the dark arts and cast judgment over them when caught. Well life in the stronghold is much like a normal castle except everyone has some kind of duty. It's an easy life when your not deployed somewhere. But don't worry, I was planning on assigning you to maintain our vast library. Think about it, books on about every topic and knowledge the templars learned. But I would still like you to go through the training process for Templars. Especially since I am going to allow you to do any research. ""But Yeah, your life is about to change for the better, food will always be plentiful and you would be serving a higher purpose than if you stayed in Ergon's castle. I will ensure that your father has time to gather both of your possessions. But we are currently renovating the the other quarters to make them nicer. So until It's done you can use my quarters. I believe that Sarlvari will give up his for your father. Actually he will, he's a God and he makes the whole castle warm So there isn't ever any snow on the ground in it."" Chuckled Tiberius."
781,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=225,2014-11-27T05:49:00,Bentus,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ralina Elfkiller – Pen’daii</span><br/><hr/><br/>Whilst Ralina appeared composed and confident whilst speaking to her warriors, a symbol of pride and an object of their awe, inside she felt her stomach flipping manically. Her mind was giddy with the success of the last fight, almost in shock at their victory – and indeed across the whole camp there had been something of a celebratory atmosphere. The interior of her command tent, proudly erect in the centre of the camp, was no exception. There she gathered with her officers, facing the challenge of integrating all the deserters into their bands with a new vigour and passion. The energy in the room was palpable, and Ralina could see it in the way her comrades tackled every problem and every obstacle. Up until that point, they had been forced to warily poke and jab at the Tarlook’s forces. Facing numbers and power that was more than capable of crushing any force that she could muster, Ralina had lead raids and strikes – hitting the loyalists where it hurt before fading once again into the protection of wilderness. But not in their last battle. No, they had gone toe-to-toe with a force sent by the Tarlook, engaged in a pitched battle and emerged victorious.<span style=""font-style: italic"">More than victorious. We emerged from it with more warriors than when we went in!</span>It defied all logic, surely Thold was watching over them from the heavens.<br/><br/>“We are going to need to establish proper supply lines should we start functioning like a real army.” One of the commanders said – he was probably the most experienced among them, having lead countless raids over the borders. “And those will be vulnerable. But the Umog are unhappy with the Tarlook themselves and they are dominant in these regions. Were we to convince them of the worthiness of our cause then we could gather our supplies from them.”<br/><br/>Ralina nodded, “Do it. Have a messenger sent at once and prioritise food supplies – we have more than enough arms for two armies.”<br/>The group of orcs turned to the entrance of their tent as a commotion could be heard from outside, shouts of outrage and muffled words. Ralina looked quizzically at the commander who merely shrugged in response, a twinkle of curiosity in his eye. A young warrior came in his hand slammed to his chest in salute.<br/><br/>“My Chief, there is green-skin outside claiming to be a messenger from Ozakaria. I informed him that he would have to wait for you to be available, but he demands and immediate audience. Shall I have him bound?”<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Ozakaria?</span>It was the last thing Ralina had been expecting and she actually failed to respond for slightly longer than was acceptable. “No, no. Have him sent in and feed his mount – we must treat him as he is: a foreign dignitary.” She hated this politics. Ralina was suspicious of why a messenger from the northern usurpers would be here, but her curiosity was greater.<span style=""font-style: italic"">And if it turns out he’s lying, I will personally cut out the runt’s tongue for wasting my time.</span>The win-win logic was satisfactory, so she saw no problem at least hearing the green skin out.<br/><br/>The guard exited, only to re-enter with one of his comrades and the messenger, his weapon drawn clearly to discourage any ideas. Ralina ran her eyes up and down the green skin. He appeared at least to be as he claimed, wearing the colours of one of the northern settlements. He bowed deeply towards the old commander. “I am here to deliver a messenger from the High Chief of Ozakaria himself, intended only for the eyes of the leader of this force.” He spoke with confidence and authority, his eyes falling upon the grey-haired commander who was looking rather amused with the situation.<br/><br/>The old orc chuckled to himself, “Well, in that case you may want to turn yourself. Our leader is Ralina Elfkiller, Chief of the Baga and our Warlord.” The messenger turned, realising his mistake before once again bowing and handing other a sealed piece of parchment. Ralina fought to stop herself from rolling her eyes. Whilst it was only proper that the green skin show the proper respect, it was still tedious.<br/><br/>She opened up the letter and scanned its contents quickly. It was brief and to the point, but the words held within carried with them an immense weight. Ralina re-read the note time and time again, mulling over each syllable in her mind as she processed this sudden change in events. Around her, the eyes of her officers looked on expectantly. Eventually, she responded.<br/><br/>“This is unexpected. Does your High Chief understand the consequences of this proposal?”<br/><br/>The messenger nodded sharply.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Then the fool knows nothing of how we will react.</span>A Green Skin as Tarlook? No. There simply was no way that she could see it ever coming to pass. Whilst the Ozakarian seemed confident and assure in his abilities, Ralina struggled to see how the people would accept his rule – even if he were to emerge victorious. It was far more likely that the Tarlook would make a mockery of the proposal and turn it down. But it still presented an opportunity.<br/><br/>With the involvement of the Ozakarians, the Tarlook would be forced to fight on two fronts – splitting his army. Their victory would be all the closer. Ralina quickly revised her plans in her head, if the Tarlook were to redeploy even a quarter of his forces to the north then months could be shaved off of their timeframe. There was no hesitation when she responded.<br/><br/>“Tell this Lokhtar that he has a deal. We shall help him.” It was simply too good to pass up, but Ralina knew perfectly well that reality would not dampen the ambitions of this northern rival. “Yet tell him this: he is not the ruler of Pen’daii and never shall we accept subjugation to a foreign will. We work with him now simply because it suits us.” Her eyes darkened and her voice took on a deeper and menacing tone, the Warlord who had lead her army to slay any who opposed them revealing herself. “Shall he dare to cross me, then he will be left begging for something as simple as a duel.”"
782,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=225,2014-11-27T16:46:00,Masimino,"""You already told him"" Lohkthar revealed himself as the messenger, he wants this done and done now. Before he left, he told his soldiers to be ready for a signal. ""Give me an arrow, I'll show you the power of Thold"" he told Ralina confidently. He was handed down an arrow, grabbed his bow that was blessed from Thold and shot the arrow through the trees.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Thold, strike the arrow from which I fired from your bow which was given to me</span>. He then turned to Ralina, and said ""Now, you have an ally, we need to coordinate together. May I see the map?"" He asked casually"
783,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=225,2014-11-28T03:15:00,Bentus,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ralina Elfkiller - Pen'daii</span><br/><hr/><br/>Ralina cast her eyes over Lokhtar, trying to figure out what the Ozakarian leader's true objectives were. He had ventured alone into Pen'daii lands and into a foreign military camp with naught for an escort. The High Chief of a competing nation, a nation which was seen by many Pen'daii as the herald of their once great Empire's decline, was standing tall and fearless surrounded by their blades. She couldn't help but be impressed - although perhaps he was simply an arrogant fool. Ralina nodded towards one of her guards, who handed one of the arrows from his quiver to the Green Skin leader.<br/><br/>She was surprised to find him claiming alleigence to Thold, but she couldn't deny the fact. As the God had smitten down the arrow, he had proven that Lokhtar was yet another of his disciples. By all reasoning Ralina should've felt elated at the revelation of a new ally, delivered to her by their God - but instead she continued regarding him with suspicion. This was not what she had been expecting. Ralina was not a fool, she had known as she had sat in that temple that it would take more than a common goal to unite the disparate orc clans against the Tarlook.<br/>The Pen'daii were a proud people, in battle the banners of countless tribes and bands flew together, but this pride meant that they competed. Often bands would refuse to fight under a leader from a feuding foe, even when it was clearly for the better. So, Ralina had donned Thold's armour and spoken to her followers of her visions, of the great Deity that had revelaed himself to her. She spoke of the warrior God who had come to restore the Pen'daii to their rightful place and she had preached of the end of the trodding of the orc race under the boot of the outsider. Thold became the symbol of the revolution, his sign replacing those of the clans and uniting them under a common faith.<br/><br/>Together and as brothers, the rebels had been able to stand against their foe. But of course it was all lies and spin. Ralina had not spoken directly to Thold since their first encounter where he had saved her life, although she thought that she had heard his voice in passing. Yet it had been necessary to build common ground between the Pen'daii so as to rally them to her cause, and Thold - a God long forgotten - was the perfect vehicle. What did it matter if she had elaborated on his exact message if it was in the name of the greater good?<br/><br/>Now, the presence of another orc - a Green Skin no less - touched by the God posed a threat to her narrative. Was this meant to be a message from the God that she had overstepped the bounds? She silently cursed the prospect of having all her hard work unwound by the mere desires of some deity. Whilst her followers thought Ralina looked upon Lokhtar with suspicion because of his race and his title, in reality it was because he could cause her entire cause to unravel around her. Were he to somehow reveal that she had lied about Thold, the morale of her warriors would collapse - worse they would probably revert to their original alleigances to their clans. In all likelihood some of them would call for her head. She would have to tread carefully.<br/><br/>""Very well, seeing as we are<span style=""font-style: italic"">allies</span>what use is secrecy between us?"" Ralina gestured towards one of her warriors, who promptly unwrapped and positioned a map showing Pen'daii and some of the surrounding lands. ""If you insist on challenging the Tarlook - a fool's errand for one of your ilk - then you must make it to the capital."" she pointed towards the point denoting the Pen'daii's only true city before moving her finger to a thick line drawn in black ink. ""But, it lies beyond the loyalists' lines. To get passed them we'll have to move quickly and undetected.""<br/><br/>""Elfkiller, if we were to move against the western flank then we may be able to draw the attention of the Tarlook.""<br/><br/>Ralina nodded towards the commander. ""That will work. I shall personally lead a small band with our newest friend to the capital. Ullaarg, you shall be in charge of the main force during my absence."" The aging commander slauted smartly, but the surprise was clear on his face. Regardless, Ralina knew that he would not question her orders.<br/><br/>She turned towards the Green Skin, his bulky form towering over her own warriors. He definitely had the build of a Tarlook, capable of besting all challengers in worthy single combat, but reality was never that simple.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Perhaps if he had been born Blue he would already be Tarlook and we wouldn't have to go through all this mess.</span><br/><br/>""Well Lokhtar, we shall fulfill our end of the bargain. Now what do you intend to accomplish when we arrive and the Tarlook laughs in your face?"""
784,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=225,2014-11-28T17:11:00,Masimino,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lokhtar Dokh, rebels</span><br/><br/>Lokh looked at disgust when Ralina said to him that the Tarlook would laugh at his face. A true leader will enforce his rule, to anyone, anywhere, how weak or strong. ""Laugh at my face? Maybe he's too arrogant to be Tarlook"" he said in disgust, knowing that a leader will accept any challenge given to him.""I would accomplish victory through single combat, then a slaughter to the Dark One affiliated orcs. I know you're proud of<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">OUR</span></span>race, but with the Dark Ones in control of our Blue skin brethren, we would have no chance to unite them. I don't plan to rule, but I do plan to stop the petty fighting and focus on the real, bigger threat, The Dark Ones."" he then looked at the blue skin orcs, who were young, injured or tired and then said ""I'm green, you're blue, but color does not mean anything to a race. Look at the elves, the humans, they harmony yet they see us Savages. But you know what? This is our lives! This is our environment! If we go soft, We will lose our potential! Don't you see?! We are not brutes, savages, we are Warriors! We are Orcs!"" he screamed as the rest nodded in agreement, even some shouting yes or in agreement. ""It's time to end this, Ralina, when do we leave?"" he said in an energetic voice."
785,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=225,2014-11-28T17:15:00,Nuridia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Tomia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320573&amp;p=22584703#p22584703"">wrote</a>:</cite>Aldrean suddenly found himself in the middle of a snowy tundra. He saw Anna near by and she had Hala tied up. He quickly thanked Abrok in a pray before charging at Anna with his sword drawn. ""Let her go!"" He shouted at the dark magic, turning the snow around him into Icicle spears and firing them at her. He had thought Anna might not be that bad, but now he needed to focus on saving Hala.</div></blockquote><br/>""Not a chance buddy boy."" Anna said, casting a ball of dark energy at the spears and it absorbed them as it moved toward Aldrean. Hala was secretly going for the dagger in her robes, maybe she could cut the ropes even if they were made of magic. And she slowly tried to move in her bound state, if she continued to lay in the snow like this she would freeze to death."
786,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=225,2014-11-28T18:08:00,New Cinoth,"Alyah nodded slowly, ""Alright. I can certainly maintain books. How different can it be than maintaining a store?"" She grins reassuringly at Tiberious, ""Also training does sound nice. I don't like being helpless to anyone, so it could certainly help me out."" At the mention of research she raised an eyebrow, ""Exactly what kinds of research are we talking about? Like anything unrestricted or do I have to stay in certain parameters and such?"" She was quickly warming up to the idea of living with the Templars and the kind man who offered her so much. A sudden chill ran down her spine, ""Wait..... What exactly do<span style=""font-style: italic"">you</span>get out of this? The last guy who offered me an amazing deal.... Well you met him earlier and that didn't turn out so well....."""
787,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=225,2014-11-28T18:27:00,Tomia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nuridia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320573&amp;p=22606884#p22606884"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Tomia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320573&amp;p=22584703#p22584703"">wrote</a>:</cite>Aldrean suddenly found himself in the middle of a snowy tundra. He saw Anna near by and she had Hala tied up. He quickly thanked Abrok in a pray before charging at Anna with his sword drawn. ""Let her go!"" He shouted at the dark magic, turning the snow around him into Icicle spears and firing them at her. He had thought Anna might not be that bad, but now he needed to focus on saving Hala.</div></blockquote><br/>""Not a chance buddy boy."" Anna said, casting a ball of dark energy at the spears and it absorbed them as it moved toward Aldrean. Hala was secretly going for the dagger in her robes, maybe she could cut the ropes even if they were made of magic. And she slowly tried to move in her bound state, if she continued to lay in the snow like this she would freeze to death.</div></blockquote><br/>Aldrean quickly jumped out if the way of the ball of energy that absorbed his spikes. He landed in the snow but quickly recovered and created a wall of ice that he pushed toward Anna. He then ran toward Hala and went to help her up while Anna was distracted. He pulled her out of the snow and wiped the snow off her. ""Princess, are you alright?"" He asked her as he worked on the ropes that bound her."
788,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=225,2014-11-28T18:29:00,New Roman Empire,"""Just make sure everything is orderly and keep record of any people taking books. Once we get to the castle I will show you around and from there I will take you to the trainers. Now as to the research, it means do anything you like besides necromancy. For all I care, we can bring you some undead corpses maybe you will find out some answers to all of this."" Chuckled Tiberius as he then frowned at her comment. ""What I get out of this is a researcher, a person to watch the library and a recruit. Nothing more nothing less unless you want something else."" Chuckled Tiberius as he scanned the room. It was nice and the music seemed to follow you around the room. ""Any other questions or would you like to come dance and enjoy the party?"" Asked Tiberius as he stood up andbNelson his hand out."
789,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=225,2014-11-28T19:50:00,New Cinoth,"""Sounds easy enough. I can certainly do that."" Alyah nods slowly, ""I'm guessing the punishment for that is something like being drawn and quartered or something equally painful?"" She shuddered at the memory of the public executions that had occurred in her homeland. ""Well I'll try to keep things as no-eyebrow raising as possible. "" She studied Tuiberious carefully as he explained his reasoning, ""That seems fair enough. We'll see how things go and if I can be more useful in the future."" Alyah glanced out at the ball and then watched as he stood and offered his hand, ""Umm sure... I'm not really good though."" She took it and followed him out to the dance floor."
790,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=225,2014-11-28T20:09:00,New Roman Empire,"Tiberius laughed, ""just follow my steps, It's just a simple square. We move in time with the other's."" He looked around, ""Plus, we have a giant room that you can do such experiments in. Though we will need to add certain measures. By measures we mean security So nothing goes wrong, and we can ensure that you will be safe. So, do you have anymore questions? "" Asked Tiberius as he listened to the music."
791,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=225,2014-11-29T00:58:00,Raktio,"""Your hospitality is much appreciated, Akishi won't admit it though,"" Janari thanked Inyel. After a heavy breath she also noted, ""we should have her name in day or two depending on how long uncle ends up needingnto sift through the Archive.<br/><br/>Akishi wasn't able to grumble at the moment due to the fact that her mouth was filled with a sweet apple, and talking would result in her loosing her precious sweet apple. She however did eye the platform suspiciously, ice had this annoying attribute called<span style=""font-style: italic"">slipperyness.</span>"
792,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=225,2014-11-29T01:03:00,Bentus,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Kalek – Elnaria</span><br/><hr/><br/>Kalek felt crestfallen as the Goddess had started to speak. All their effort in travelling from Malway, all simply time wasted needlessly. The more he thought about it, the more foolish he felt for having embarked upon the journey in the first place. What had the chances been that the elven woman, whose name he still did not even know, would be in Elnaria? And now that Inyel revealed what should have been obvious, that the frozen tundra was no place for a shadow wielding sun-elf, he felt like cursing his past self. However, when the Goddess proposed another lead, he perked up immediately.<br/><br/>“Yes.” Kalek replied without a moment’s hesitation. “I mean, I would be honoured to accept your help my Lady.” He felt a grin on his face, excitement at the prospect of finally getting somewhere. The God of Shadows would certainly know where to find the elusive elf seeing how in tune she was with his element. Kalek felt himself humbled, how fortunate was he that the Gods had taken such a kind stance towards his requests? He paused for a moment, remembering that the decision was no longer his alone.<br/><br/>“Janari,” he turned towards the young woman who had helped him make it this far, “I cannot turn down the Goddess’ offer – I may never get a chance like it again. But this is not something that I feel like I can ask you to do.”<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ralina Elfkiller – Pen’daii</span><br/><hr/><br/>Ralina found herself smiling as Lokhtar gave his speech – she could see how he motivated the warriors around her, fortifying their courage and solidifying their hope. She looked at him quizzically, he was a far cry from the Green Skins that she had encountered before. They had all been pitiful creatures, beings that had spent their whole lives averting their eyes and withholding any gesture that could be taken as threatening. Ralina had been unsure whether this was a consequence of their upbringing or evidence of their inferiority and natural subservience to the Pen’daii; it had ultimately mattered little at the time.<br/><br/>But Lokhtar cast aside all the stereotypes that they had held of their Northern neighbours. Far from being a weak, sedentary runt he stood proudly as an embodiment of strength and power. It was a shame that he had to be such a hopeless idealist. Ralina sighed as her comrades yelled their assent to the High Cheifs words, admitting that it would be a shame to see such an orc butchered upon revealing himself to the Tarlook – if they made it that far.<br/><br/>“We’ll set off immediately – we’ll best not keep the Tarlook waiting.”<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Gashnakh Axescream, Tarlook of Pen’daii – Grommash</span><br/><hr/><br/>The Palace of the Tarlook was an ornately decorated structure, intricately carved pillars lining its halls and spires rising defiantly towards the heavens. It had been constructed during the Golden Ages of Pen’daii, in the early years of the Centurion Wars when the Tarlook commanded an empire spanning nations. Plunder and revenue from the countless conquests of the orc were funnelled back to their homeland, fuelling the development of the capital until it became their first and still only true permanent settlement. The Palace itself was the centrepiece of this new city, having been designed not only to serve as the living space for the Tarlook but also as the seat of the entire Empire. Even in the present it retained the sheen of its glorious past, successive Tarlooks finding money no barrier in the maintenance of the ultimate symbol of their dominance and right to rule.<br/><br/>“My Tarlook, we are receiving reports that the rebels are moving once more in the South – you must act quickly to rally your forces lest they suffer another humiliation.” The orc speaking was dressed in lavish robes, attire that one would have found far less out of place within the court of some human monarch than in the lands of the orc horde. He stood before the Tarlook, speaking to him confidently and assuredly as a trusted advisor.<br/><br/>Gashnakh waved his hand dismissively from his ornate throne, hardly even looking at the man. “They were led by fools. I am merely purging my forces of those incapable and unworthy of leading my armies. Any who cannot put down some mere rabble are unfit for duty within my Pen’daii.”<br/><br/>The advisor felt himself becoming exasperated, fearing yet another repeat of the fruitless attempts he had had with the Tarlook to take firmer action. “They are marching towards us as we speak, claiming land that is rightfully yours as they go. Worse still, some of the Clans have taken to once again raiding Loray lands – it is only a matter of time until they retaliate against the perceived aggression!”<br/><br/>Once again the Tarlook simply grunted in response, far too engrossed in the giggling elven figure sitting to his right as she ran her hand down his chest. “So? Those Clans have thrown away their allegiance to me, what consequence is it if they are crushed by the foreigners?”<br/><br/>“My Lord, my masters helped put you in power and they do not care to see their investment wiped clean before paying its dues. They only insist that you take this pressing matter more seriously.”<br/><br/>The Tarlook’s features darkened, his attention immediately shifting as he shoved the sparsely-clad woman off of him and onto the floor. He stood menacingly over the smaller orc before him, angered that his opportunity to try out his newest concubine was being delayed by such petty issues.<br/>“Do not make the mistake of thinking that I do anything more than tolerate your masters’ dreams.” He growled. “I am the Tarlook – Lord of all Pen’daii and rightful ruler of all of orc kind! Your organisation is but a guest in my Kingdom and you’d do well not to outstay your welcome.<br/><br/>“Of course o’ great Tarlook. My humblest apologies for insinuating something so foul.” The advisor bowed as deep as he physically could, his eyes fixed on the floor.<br/><br/>The Tarlook grunted, content that his superiority had been enforced. “If you must, take the necessary actions to appease the Loray – I would not want the shipments of their liquor to be needlessly disrupted.”<br/><br/>“A most wise and inspired instruction, my Lord.” The Tarlook waved the still bowing advisor away, slightly annoyed that he still remained. He turned to the waiting elf, who had splayed herself out on his throne, a hungering smile on his face.<br/><hr/><br/>The advisor bristled as soon as the doors to the throne room slammed shut behind him. Anger and rage broiled around inside of him. How dare the Tarlook insult them! Motunk had been by the fool’s side since the beginning, guiding him like a puppet so as to achieve the desires of his master. The Dark Ones had spent countless years and priceless resources on ensuring that this Tarlook gain the throne. It had proven a profitable arrangement, with the lands and people of Pen’daii thrown open to their influence and with the downtrodden sentiment of the orcs a perfect incubator for a desire for change. Yet now it appeared that it was all unravelling at the seams so close to the grandest act of their performance. In his room, Motunk dug out a small piece of parchment from a hidden compartment in his drawers. It was enchanted and bonded with an identical piece thousands of miles away in the frozen north. He quickly wrote his report on it, informing his masters of the deteriorating situation that they found themselves in – his ultimate recommendation was that their current stance was unsustainable. The power of the Tarlook was waning and with it, the grip of the Dark Ones.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div style=""margin-left:75px; margin-right:75px; margin-bottom:5px; margin-top:5px"">To Empress Leticia Valen I of the Arcane Empire of Loray,<br/>My Lady, word has reached us of the horrible plight of your people at the hands of the rebels in our south. It is a heavy heart and great regret that we say that there is nothing that we can do. As you well know, our great kingdom is being divided by outside forces and torn asunder – as we speak whole swathes of the southern region fall outside the Tarlook’s control. It is from these regions that traitors and defectors encroach upon and raid your lands, spitting on the deep friendship between our people. The Tarlook would hope that this does not impact upon our relationship, and insists that he is open to any assistance on the part of the Loray to help alleviate this most unfortunate situation.<br/>On behalf of the great Tarlook Gashnakh Axescream of Pen’daii.</div></blockquote>"
793,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=225,2014-11-29T01:13:00,Masimino,"""aye, we shouldn't"" he said to Ralina with a determined voice, determined to unite the Orcs. He walked around around the camp, he saw the orcs, blue skins, but not at all different from the green skins. He looked at the equipment, looked at the wounded and sighed at the sight of his people, the look of War and Battle. But this is no time to want for peace, Lokhtar<span style=""font-weight: bold"">MUST</span>end this. He then went to Ralina and asked ""How's your soldiers? I wouldn't want anymore of our kin to die, let's end this now, no more blood of my kin, only one more kill, and that's the Tarlook. Let's go, now kin"" he said in a sympathetic voice."
794,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=225,2014-11-29T19:25:00,Nuridia,"Leticia had gotten yet another letter, this time it was one from the Tarlook of Pen'daii. She couldn't believe it, the Tarlook said that the raid was just a random thing that happened. What kind of leader couldn't keep his own subjects in line? But he seemed sincere, although that could just be a play. In the snow, Anna concentrated on obliterating the ice wall while Hala was being untied by Aldrean. ""I'm cold and shaken up, but I'm alive."" ""That I'm grateful fore at least."" the pricness told the blond."
795,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=225,2014-11-29T19:36:00,Tomia,"Aldrean nodded to Hala and wrapped his cloak around her to warm her up once she was untied. ""Alright, we need to get going. Don't worry princess, I'll get you to safety. I promise you that."" He told her sincerely as he took her hand and started running from Anna. Aldrean cleared the snow away as they walked so it was easier for them."
796,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=225,2014-11-29T20:25:00,New Cinoth,"Alyah began to dance with him slowly. She was more than a little nervous but Tiberius's attitude put her at ease. ""I was just wondering what the penalty was for delving into necromancy? In my homeland it's an accepted school of magic so please forgive me if it's some kind of cultural aspect. They say those who are born able to use the cold make excellent necromancers so I've just always been curious as to what it would be like."""
797,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=225,2014-11-29T20:54:00,New Roman Empire,"""The penalty for necromancy is death, we believe it is evil and us commonly used by the dark ones as well as the Great evil in the war long ago. Nothing good comes of it, and it a unstable art that is hard to control. People brought back from the dead may not be who you think they were. They are also susceptible to demons as they have no soul. So why we don't use it is It's against our founding principles, It's unstable, dangerous and can't be trusted."" Informed Tiberius as be started to see her nerves were starting to calm down."
798,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=225,2014-11-29T21:09:00,New Cinoth,"Tiberius laughed, ""just follow my steps, It's just a simple square. We move in time with the other's."" He looked around, ""Plus, we have a giant room that you can do such experiments in. Though we will need to add certain measures. By measures we mean security So nothing goes wrong, and we can ensure that you will be safe. So, do you have anymore questions? "" Asked Tiberius as he listened to the music.<br/><br/>Alyah nods slowly, ""Alright then I guess that makes sense."" She scoots a little closer into him, ""Well I'll be happy to work with you all for a while at least, just to try things out and see if it's something I can do long term, y'know?"" She glances about at some of the other lords and ladies, ""So are there any rules as to how you are supposed to live and such? Those would be pretty important to know before I joined, for obvious reasons of course. Are there many restrictions on personal lives?"""
799,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=225,2014-11-29T21:15:00,New Roman Empire,"Tiberius held her closer than he replied, ""Thats good to hear, can't hurt to give it a shot. Anyone can eave at any time.e as long as they report it to me before leaving. As to rules respect your superiors, don't blow up the lab we will set up for you, don't endanger the whole castle without letting us know before doing what ever your doing and no necromancy. Other than that life is very normal except you live in a castle except a town."" Tiberius smiled and surveyed the room around him and saw one of the templars walk in and put his thumb up which meant a batch of recruits had been sent to the castle."
800,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=225,2014-12-03T11:32:00,Bentus,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ralina Elfkiller – Pen’daii</span><br/><hr/><br/>“It’s no good my Chief.” The scout said it resolutely and calmly, as if he was merely stating a simple fact. “The Tarlook’s forces remain and they’ve ventured out to the roads and camps, my sources say the local clans aren’t happy but they’re not resisting.”<br/><br/>Ralina cursed under her breath. She’d hoped that Ullaarg’s advance to the west would have drawn away more of the loyalists, but it looked like they had decided that guarding the route to the capital was more important than defending their allies elsewhere.<br/><br/>“It would be impossible for all of us to sneak by undetected – at some point we’ll be stopped and questioned and despite our best excuses they’ll turn us back, if not cut us down where we stand.” Again the scout spoke frankly, more than willing even to follow his Chief to his death should that be her order and the will of Thold. Ralina mulled over the information in silence, they’d already travelled for days – it would be folly to abandon their quest now. They had no choice but to press on.<br/><br/>When she and the scout approached the rest of the small band, small conversations and idle activities died down as all waited expectantly for her decision. Not for the first time Ralina felt queasy at the trust and loyalty that was exhibited in the gazes of her followers. Each of them would throw down their lives at her feet had she so desired; she even knew that some quietly chose to worship her as much as their new God. It was almost enough to make her sick.<br/><br/>“The Tarlook’s troops still guard the path.” There were a few grunts of displeasure, but the news had hardly been unexpected to the warriors. “We are to press on regardless, a few of his lapdogs never dissuaded us before.” Now smiles and a few hearty cheers responded to her words. She waited for it to die down before continuing. “If we are to make it to the capital undetected, then we shall have to split up into smaller groups. Less questions will be asked of us and we will be able to slip unimpeded by the grace of Thold.”<span style=""font-style: italic"">And if one group gets caught at least the rest of us could carry on.</span>Ralina left that final reason unsaid. “Each group leaves in the morning, we’ll meet back up in the capital and from there we continue as planned.”<br/><hr/><br/>The head scout watched his Chief approach, his face still largely unreadable. Ralina had never been able to understand the man’s true thoughts and emotions, but he was a loyal warrior and she trusted his experienced judgement. She stopped in front of him, returning the calculating, considering stare. They stood like that at the edge of the camp, the sounds of the orcs within slowly dying down as the fires were extinguished for the night.<br/>“What is it?” Ralina asked eventually, yet again being unable to match the patience of the aging warrior.<br/><br/>“Do you trust him?” The response was immediate, and Ralina had needn’t have even heard it to know what it was. No names were exchanged, but it had been a thought that undoubtedly had crossed both their minds multiple times on the journey.<br/><br/>Ralina didn’t respond for a few seconds longer than was appropriate, betraying her own nagging doubts. “I trust him as far as I can throw him.” It was a part-truth, the Green-skin looked like he meant well and he had provided Ralina with no reason to doubt him, but the others had no way of knowing the additional threat he posed towards all that she had achieved so far.<br/><br/>The scout scoffed, “I do not dare insult your strength Elfkiller, but I doubt even you could manage much distance.”<br/>She returned with a grin, “That’s why I’ll be keeping a close eye on our ally.”"
801,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=225,2015-01-28T11:14:00,Alderann,OOC : why did this die?
802,The Heroes of Pangden: The Dark Ones (IC/Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320573&start=225,2015-01-28T12:59:00,Bentus,"<blockquote><div><cite>Alderann <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320573&amp;p=23302646#p23302646"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC : why did this die?</div></blockquote><br/><br/>I don't know. Was a real shame though, really was enjoying it! *lays a wreath*"
803,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599,2014-11-18T15:15:00,Islamic Republic e Jariri,"''There<span style=""font-style: italic"">is</span>a god out there, one of monsters and madmen,'' smiled the old man. It was the same old classic crooked grin, naturally followed up by his trademark bloodcurdling chuckling. These were to be the Red King's last words. He did not seem to fear death, rather his face wore the garb of bliss.<br/><br/>Damien Somerfield, aged 529 years old chronologically and just 10 physically, had his left wrist handcuffed to the side of the pilot's seat. The plane was going to explode soon but fortunately it would crash into a large nearby river, isolated from any urban development. Seven hundred and forty one thoughts raced through Damien's head, in one of them he realized it was less than a month away from his 530th birthday. Though whether or not he would continue to live that long was up to him. A bullet had fired through his right shoulder and had completely shattered his bone. He was bleeding out badly, his seat practically soaked red.<br/><br/>Normally this was fine, he could heal from his no problem and worry about nothing but the horrible pain that would have haunted him for at least a day or two before fading. But not this time. His shoulder had exploded and he wasn't healing. As the plane gradually descended into a downward spiral towards the large river bend he knew he should have been panicking or consumed with terror that he might not actually live through this calamity. But instead he felt only a eerie sense of calm and tranquility. As if a great weight had more than just literally flown off his shoulders.<br/><br/>Was this the aura of the impending sweet release of death?<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=316625&amp;p=22440535&amp;hilit=Shiloh#p22440535"" rel=""nofollow"">17 Minutes Earlier (Recap)</a></span><br/><br/>Quicksilver had successfully slowed down the velocity of the Red King's private jet plane, using her control over its metal metal exterior. At the same time Shiloh had fired a bolt of solar energy into one of its engine turbines, short fusing it. As the smaller 1950s model fighter jet he was flying caught up to the the larger plane, Quicksilver's metakinesis tore the outer hatch off, allowing for entry inside.<br/><br/>''Take the wheel!'' he yelled turning towards Quicksilver and without waiting for a response unbuckled his seat belt and stepped out in midair. One wrong move and he would fall, hundreds of feet down. Making sure he had his balance with him he sprinted forward on the front body of the old fashioned RHA plane and leaped forward, surrounded by nothing but empty air before suddenly grabbing onto the edge of the edge of the open shaft of the larger plane and carefully pulling himself inside with great physical strain. He panted heavily as he finally rolled into the Red King's private jet.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">I'm never going to do that again... ever.</span><br/><br/>Footsteps headed towards his direction and he instantly dashed behind a row of seats, a bullet shot narrowly passing by. Speed was key to this.<br/><br/>He looked over the row to see a tall and well built man pointing a silver revolver at his direction. Damien had no time for this.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Bang!</span><br/><br/>He didn't even let the bullet hit, instead he completely dodged it, keeping his speed untethered as he moved towards the man who still had to pull the trigger for the next shot.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Bang!</span><br/><br/>He ducked in time to avoid a head shot, and delivered his fist into the man's abdomens. But the impact barely grazed the target who swiftly gripped the boy by the neck and lifted him upwards, leveling their heads face to face. Just what he needed, as the boy as the instantly struck his palms against both of the man's ears, who emitted a loud cry of pain and dropped him and the revolver in the process.<br/><br/>Damien felt like he had done this countless times before already and wasted no time in grabbing the firearm and now pointing it towards the man. The two awkwardly stared at each other, and a clicking sound came from the gun as Damien prepared to fire it. But then, the man raised his arms and spoke:<br/><br/>''Don't shoot.''<br/><br/>After those two words that pleaded for mercy, an unusual sensation overcame the boy as he realized his finger was quivering against the trigger. This was usually the part where he delivered the head shot and ended it. But now he couldn't understand what it was that he was feeling: was it fear? Was he suddenly afraid to kill this man who had raised his arms in surrender and wanted him not to pull the trigger. Confusion and uncertainty clouded his mind and the man must have realized this as he dashed forward at his direction, intent on tackling him.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Bang!</span><br/><br/>He managed to keep his response time intact and fired the trigger, stopping the man from touching him. It was a knee shot that disabled but didn't kill him. The man lay down against the ground, groaning in pain. He was no obstacle to him anymore. Damien felt...<span style=""font-style: italic"">cold</span>.<br/><br/>Taking a deep breath he opened the pilot's room but saw that it was empty. Did the bodyguard he disable also the pilot? Fortunately the systems were on autopilot so he had nothing to worry about like the plan crashing. At least not yet. One of the engine turbines had been blown off to set the plane off balance; and that could get bad for him if he stayed on the plane for too long.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Footsteps...</span><br/><br/>Swiftly turning back one-hundred-and-eighty degrees with his revolver pointed adjacently toward the threat behind him, his face froze upon realizing who his target was. It was a girl, no more than eight years old, eyes swelling with tears of sheer terror as she pointed a<span style=""font-style: italic"">shotgun</span>at his direction.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Who in the hell is this...? What is she doing here?</span><br/><br/>He was certainly caught off-guard by this. Usually in this 'field of work' the only child he expected to be involved was himself. It was a ridiculous notion to send out other ordinary children to partake in such dirty work, completely illogical. Stuff like that only happened in the tween spy films.<br/><br/>''Listen to me, this is a misunderstanding. I know you're not going to shoot so-''<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Bang!</span><br/><br/>She cut his words off mid-sentence, having pulled the trigger while he was talking. At first he felt nothing from the impact of the bullet, just pure numbness. Less than a second later he felt the weight of it all as a loud<span style=""font-style: italic"">cracking</span>sound emitted from his shoulder which he realized had been shoot right through. He suddenly flashed back to his encounter with Quicksilver inside Wilson's apartment in Millersville. All that<span style=""font-style: italic"">blinding</span>pain came back to him, now completely concentrated into that one spot which used to be his right shoulder. But this time he had no time. No time to scream in pain or to fully take in what just happened. As blood dripped over his torso he stopped remaining still and moved forward towards the girl, striking the shotgun off her hands before leading her at gunpoint towards the exit door.<br/><br/>''Catch!'' he yelled before pushing the girl off the plane, just at the right moment to ensure she fell into the smaller fighter jet below. He had no interests in hurting other children.<br/>As he stumbled backward, the stinging pain didn't go away and it fazed his senses as he failed to hear more footsteps coming his way. Before he knew it, being distracted by the pain, he was suddenly struck over his head with a cane. The strength of the blow was enough to make him black out.<br/><br/>.....<br/><br/>''Mercy is another face of madness in it of itself,'' came the voice of the Red King.<br/><br/>Damien's eyes opened to find himself sitting on the pilot's chair, his left wrist handcuffed to its side. The old man loomed over him, smiling.<br/><br/>''Hope I didn't hit you too hard,'' he smiled.<br/><br/>''This is... the end of the line for you.. O'Hara.''<br/><br/>''Maybe...'' nodded the Red King. ''But its peculiar how you're shoulder still hasn't healed, even though the anti-healing factor should have worn off by now.''<br/><br/>''I'm<span style=""font-style: italic"">flattered</span>at your concern for my well being after you got that girl to shoot me.''<br/><br/>''My granddaughter, without her I wouldn't have you cuffed down as you are now.''<br/><br/>''And to think you couldn't get any lower...''<span style=""font-style: italic"">I have to find a way to get these restraints off me. If only he hadn't taken the revolver, I could have them shot off.</span><br/><br/>''I knew you wouldn't kill her, if there's one absolute moral code you seem to follow, to not hurt children. To be honest, I find that to be rather<span style=""font-style: italic"">pitiful</span>.''<br/><br/>''Some may consider my entire existence to be pitiful,'' replied Damien. ''But I've never cared for what other's think.''<br/><br/>''<span style=""font-style: italic"">That's</span>where you're wrong, Dmitri. That's where the madness comes in.''<br/><br/>''<span style=""font-style: italic"">Please</span>, what would<span style=""font-style: italic"">you</span>know about madness?''<br/><br/>''That's its a state of bliss, ignorant from the truth.''<br/><br/>''Or far too aware of it.''<br/><br/>''No, You see, when a typical average joe stares into the mirror, they see themselves, looking deeper however they realize that what they<span style=""font-style: italic"">see</span>is madness, a result of masking their true face, that of a<span style=""font-style: italic"">monster</span>. All men are monsters, a shadow companion of want, malice and<span style=""font-style: italic"">chaos</span>. There is no such thing as 'good' or 'evil', these are merely illusions of social conventions and control. Because in reality there is only one truth: we humans are a despicable and savage race and most of us are ashamed to embrace the monsters that we truly are. So instead we mask ourselves, fashioning a new face for us. At first glance the illusion works, no one see's through the mask, no one can<span style=""font-style: italic"">see</span>the monster. But its there, its<span style=""font-style: italic"">always</span>there and the more we hide it, the more we're consumed in madness pretending its not there.''<br/><br/>''What does this make you then, a madman or a monster?''<br/><br/>''I think you already know the answer to that question, immortal. In fact I was just about to ask you the same.''<br/><br/>''Am I a madman hiding the monster that I am or am I monster whose repelled the madness the vast majority of humans enjoy?''<br/><br/>''I had to finish the job for you, the way you shot my pilot was<span style=""font-style: italic"">pathetic</span>. You should have gone for a headshot, we're all going to die anyway. You<span style=""font-style: italic"">hesitated</span>to finish him off for good, fought back against the whispers of your inner monster. In considering mercy you toyed with the mask of madness, entering into a state of self-denial over who you really are.''<br/><br/>''I<span style=""font-style: italic"">don't</span>just kill whenever I<span style=""font-style: italic"">feel</span>like-''<br/><br/>''Not anymore evidently.''<br/><br/>''You're right. I<span style=""font-style: italic"">do</span>have a code, but its not madness.''<br/><br/>''I disagree. Codes, conventions, moral boundaries, these are all meaningless, artificial constructs of the mind that inhibits our progress.''<br/><br/>''So you're a nihilist? You don't believe in anything, not even the morality itself?''<br/><br/>The Red King smiled, with a look of mild surprise at Damien's accusation. The plane began to rock violently and the both of them knew it was crashing.<br/><br/>''You know what I think?'' said the Red King. ''I think you<span style=""font-style: italic"">want</span>to die, that's why you won't heal.''<br/><br/>''It doesn't work like that.''<br/><br/>''You must have realized something when I had my granddaughter shoot you, over what your life has come to. Forcefully hijacking a plane just to capture a sick old man whose going to die soon of cancer anyway? Getting shot by a little girl in the process? Trying to assume a normal life as a normal child inside a school? Even teaming up with the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Silver Queen</span>of all people. You're whole life is a joke and you<span style=""font-style: italic"">know</span>it. That's why you refuse to heal, you must be asking yourself: what is the damned point of going on anymore? Why not just end it? Here and now?'' taunted the Red King.<br/><br/>''<span style=""font-style: italic"">Shut</span>the<span style=""font-style: italic"">hell</span>up,'' responded Damien. ''For an old man you sure do talk a lot.''<br/><br/>''I was told about how you<span style=""font-style: italic"">talked</span>that gunman to tears in the hospital while visiting you're friend Haverfield.''<br/><br/>''You really<span style=""font-style: italic"">do</span>have eyes and ears everywhere.''<br/><br/>''Hey, do you<span style=""font-style: italic"">fear</span>death? Is that what keeps you alive?''<br/><br/>Damien moved his mouth as if to respond but no words came through. He had muted himself, and had stopped talking. Instead he silently loomed over the front view to see that the plane was heading towards a woodland area.<br/><br/>''Do<span style=""font-style: italic"">you</span>?'' he suddenly asked.<br/><br/>The Red King grinned: ''There<span style=""font-style: italic"">is</span>a god out there, one of monsters and madmen.''<br/><br/>Then everything went dark...<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Washington, 2013</span><br/><br/>Barnaby Lipkins was considered one of the 'bad kids' of the street. And that wasn't just due to him being a well known juvenile street thug, the thirteen year old boy had an even bigger reason that gave him bad blood against the local law enforcement. As evening approached, he discreetly approached a nearby ATM, waiting for the crowd to disperse. When it eventually did so, he took a light breath before biting against his lower lip as the ATM machine in front of him began vibrating.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Come on... for f**ks sake...</span><br/><br/>Then it cracked from the sides before suddenly being torn apart completely, its metal scraps thrown aside to reveal the sweet green and crinkly stuff inside. It was hundreds of dollars, at least $900. He had really struck gold with his powers this time. Wasting no time he quickly bagged in all the notes into his bagpack. His number one rule for survival was not to expose himself for what he truly was - an abhuman with metalkinetic powers. He had heard countless horror stories about what the order did to his 'kind'.<br/><br/>''Hey you!''<br/><br/>''S**t..'' he muttered to himself before quickly strapping on his bag pack. He had to get away before that man saw his face. It was a police officer.<br/><br/>''Stop!''<br/><br/>''Piss off!''<br/><br/>''You<span style=""font-style: italic"">made</span>that ATM break apart like that, you're a<span style=""font-style: italic"">abhuman</span>!'' exclaimed the officer before raising his gun to shoot as protocol required.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Bang!</span><br/><br/>The bullet stopped midway in the air, as Barnaby raised his hand at his direction, just at the right moment to stop the metal projectile from hitting him.<br/><br/>''Holy s**t, you can control<span style=""font-style: italic"">metal</span>?!''<br/><br/>Barnaby narrowed his eyes and commanded the metal bullet to bend to his will. He smiled realizing he had the upper hand in this situation.<br/>Before the police officer could even move an inch further the bullet zapped clean through his forehead, killing him instantly. The boy scurried off before any witnesses could arrive."
804,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599,2014-11-19T01:22:00,Charmera,"The Sliver Queen sighed as she looked out the plane window. She knew Damien would be back, seeing as he was functionally Imortal. Even with the weakness of that mercury poison, he seemed to have some guardian angel. She smiled as she mused. She was controlling the plane with her metallic powers, sanctioned experience and training coming back to her.<br/><br/>She leaned back non-chalantly. ""Alright kiddos. I'l drop you two off back in washington. Landing with Metalic powers makes everything much simpler."" She had no reason to kill them, even for her. They had done nothing to annoy her as of yet, so they could live.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">I wonder what adventure we'll go on next time we meet Sommerfield...?</span>She mused.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Though, for now, back to work, and back to dissecting the ailing corpse of the old mans empire.</span>"
805,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599,2014-11-19T05:29:00,Islamic Republic e Jariri,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><br/><br/>........................<br/><br/>Time Skip<br/><br/>⌛<br/><br/>23 hours<br/><br/>........................</span></div>"
806,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599,2014-11-19T19:31:00,Saestea,"Portia watched in disbelief as the larger private jet plummetted out of the sky, all the way down until it was out of sight. The lady with the bloody dress turned them around and dropped her and that other girl off back in the city. As she stepped out, she continued to wonder what exactly happened to the plane... Shiloh had gone off to follow it as it crashed.<br/><hr/><br/>""Come on, dammit!"" Shiloh growled, irritated as he hovered from one end of the wreckage to the other in search of Damien. It was quite a large mess. The trees were on fire, and the plane was totaled. Earlier in the air, he'd tried to lift the plane back up, but instead he tore off its left wing, causing it to spin slightly as it crashed. That made things worse, and Shiloh was feeling quite sh*tty for it... After a few more minutes of searching, hearing sirens drifting closer, he dropped back down on his feet and went back to looking. Now desperate, he cupped his hands around his mouth and called, ""Carrots!""<br/><br/>Eventually, under a pile of metal and pieces of the charred fuselage, Shiloh found Damien,<span style=""font-style: italic"">very</span>badly injured. The jet's other engine appeared to still be running, though it was on fire. Just as Shiloh lifted Damien out, the engine exploded, making him yelp in fright. Now a few metres from the ruins, Shiloh set Damien down on the ground and tried to see if he was alive, though he wasn't sure of what to do. When the thought of taking him to a hospital came up in his mind, Shiloh heard the fire engines and ambulances driving up from behind, on a dirt path used originally for hiking and such. The paramedics quickly took him and Damien to the hospital to get medical attention.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Evans Siblings</span></span></div><br/><br/>At the very same hospital where Shiloh had been brought the day before, Mia came over to buy some meds and supplies for her brother Mitchell, now much older than he had been before. Matthew was elsewhere, doing his job. She noticed some paramedics hurriedly bringing some boy along in a hospital bed. Another followed, and she noted how he distantly looked like her brothers. Though she was even more concerned about the boy in the wheeled bed, because he seemed familiar... Or at least, it was because of his hair. The man who was left with the ambulance was walking back, and Mia, after getting what she needed approached him and tapped his shoulder. ""Excuse me, what was that? What happened?"" she asked him.<br/><br/>""Oh, we found those two boys at a wreck. Their plane crashed in the woodlands outside the city."" he explained, shaking his head. ""They were the only survivors. Dunno how they're related, though.""<br/><br/>Mia suddenly looked down, then nodded in thanks to the man as he turned and walked away. Maybe those kids were with their parents? Now with them being the only survivors, that meant they were now orphans too. Just like her and her brothers. How awful. Before leaving, she asked the nurse about the room where the two were being brought and said she would visit them later with a little gift to lighten up the mood. This was her job now, anyway. She wasn't called a social worker for nothing..."
807,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599,2014-11-19T20:14:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine</span></span></div><br/><br/>""Oh, alright."" Natalia said thoughtfully, taking a seat. Alice was outside, rummaging through a box inside the FuturLiner when Kyle walked by. The little device she had been looking for was stuck, and so she pulled on it hard. When it finally let go and went 'pop', Alice fell backwards, out of the large car and right at Kyle. She was just as heavy as before...<br/><br/>""Oh... I'm sorry..."" she said apologetically as she picked up the device and extended a hand to help him up. She didn't seem to recognize him at all as one of the brothers from earlier...<br/><br/>(After this, we can do the timeskip for them as well. We wouldn't want them to be left behind... >.>)"
808,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599,2014-11-20T02:16:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22498311#p22498311"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine</span></span></div><br/><br/>""Oh, alright."" Natalia said thoughtfully, taking a seat. Alice was outside, rummaging through a box inside the FuturLiner when Kyle walked by. The little device she had been looking for was stuck, and so she pulled on it hard. When it finally let go and went 'pop', Alice fell backwards, out of the large car and right at Kyle. She was just as heavy as before... <br/><br/>""Oh... I'm sorry..."" she said apologetically as she picked up the device and extended a hand to help him up. She didn't seem to recognize him at all as one of the brothers from earlier... <br/><br/>(After this, we can do the timeskip for them as well. We wouldn't want them to be left behind... &gt;.&gt;)</div></blockquote><br/>Kyle would have dodged that if he were on point, but he was fairly exhausted today, so he was sent sprawling to the floor by Alice. The girl was surprisingly heavy... almost familiarly heavy. He took her hand, getting up with a groan and looking at her face. He almost reacted, almost revealing his surprise at meeting the girl who had captured him. At first he was shocked, but then he inwardly smiled. If this was truly his chance for a do over, then perhaps the other side of the law had some hope for him.<br/><br/>""It's okay... I'm not too hurt really."" He replied, smiling friendlily. He leaned slightly, seeing the vehicle. ""Need any help unpacking?"""
809,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599,2014-11-20T03:27:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine</span></span></div><br/>The young man she'd knocked down accepted her offer and took her hand. She easily pulled him up, though he was slightly taller. She read the look of surprise on his face and tilted her head slightly and glanced back at Natalia's FuturLiner.<br/>""That's good..."" she muttered, wondering why he looked at her as if he'd met her before. Perhaps he was an officer from before? Could he be working with them now to find her? Alice suddenly felt alarmed, but she nodded. Helen had already said that she couldn't be attacking the police. The corrupt files in her system whited out again...<br/><br/>""Yes, please."" she nodded, taking a step back. ""There are a few boxes in the van... That need moving...""<br/>It seemed that she'd forgotten what Helen had said about keeping the place secret. She grabbed a box for herself, putting the device she had in it, and led the stranger upstairs."
810,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599,2014-11-20T04:55:00,Islamic Republic e Jariri,"<span style=""font-style: italic"">Fear is our most inherently prized instinct, it may make us weaker or stronger but in the end it is what keeps us alive when all else fails, what counters the madness of this world.<br/><br/>'Then I am afraid...'<br/><br/>Fear is like Madness as it is not a truth but a illusion conjured the mind. Such an illusion is the truth of all other instincts.</span><br/><br/>White padded walls surrounded him with a small enclosed space as he sat in the center, restrained by a straitjacket and staring blankly at the walls around him and the writing smeared onto them with blood. It was a mixture of various ancient tongues, Greek, Persian, Latin, Cyrillic, Sumerian and even Egyptian hieroglyphs among many others. He knew there to be a truth conveyed behind these messages of blood. But then before his mind came out of its disorientation, the walls around him burst open with a rushing stream of water. There was no time react, in less than a second he was already surrounded, and in the next second he was completely engulfed, the water forcefully entering his lungs. He hated the water and had a<span style=""font-style: italic"">deep</span>fear of it.<br/><br/>..........<br/><br/>He awoke with a deep gasp emitted from his breath, finding himself lying down against a warm hospital bed covered with crisp dry white sheets. There were long bandages strapped across his lower torso and legs. He moved his hand over his shoulder and found that it had been restored back into shape. His head still felt fuzzy and upon seeing the IV drip in his left wrist he realized he had been dosed with morphine. A spinning fan stared at him from the ceiling. He was inside a private ward.<br/><br/>Next to him was another bed where he saw Shiloh had been admitted. For the second time. He rubbed his palms over his forehead, trying to fight off a feeling of nausea. His memories of the plane crash were rather fragmented, he remembered the Red King's last words and then the next thing he knew he was inside a hospital.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">How long... have I been out...</span><br/><br/>There was a metal table trolley situated next to his bed, carrying tablet PC, two pills and a mug of coffee, still warm. His back ached as he crouched upwards and took a sip from the mug.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Caffè Americano... with cinnamon... its zingy.</span><br/><br/>After a few more sips to recuperate himself he removed the morphine drip from his wrist and grabbed the tablet PC. There was an audio message recorded for him in there. Connecting the pair of earphones provided he listened in on the message.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Play</span></span><br/><br/>''Hey, Tracey here. So.... this is gonna sound sound a bit awkward but... we've kind of decided to give you an extension. You know what this means, that we need to to stay in Washington for longer. Now before you throw this device out of the window out of a childish tantrum you should know that you're job isn't technically finished yet. As for the Red King, that's old bloke's dead as one can be. You don't want to know the grisly details of how we recovered whatever <span style=""font-style: italic"">remained</span> of his body after that plane crash. However while the King may have fallen, his empire hasn't exactly dissolved. From what we've heard at least a quarter of what the Red King controlled is now vassalized under your old friend the Silver Queen-''</div><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">She is not by any definition my 'friend'. What happened back there in the Red King's mansion was purely out of co-operative association forged for a common interest.</span><br/><br/><div align=""center"">''-while the rest have either broken into their own independent factions or under the control of the King's apparent successor. Basically the Red King's death has changed the Washington Underworld but its done almost nothing in destroying it. They're adapted to his death, reformed under new structures. There's still work to be done, we'll email you the details.<br/><br/>Oh! And by the way you should probably take those pills, they'll help clear your head from the morphine drip. We were a bit concerned when you were brought up to the hospital, you seemed to be healing at a slower pace than normal, hence the bandages. Wishing you a swift recovery, you should probably resume a normal life at school and await any updates. Don't worry about your finances. Well, don't worry as far as the rent is covered. I'm sure you'll make do with the spare cash we had left for you lying around. Don't spend it all, that's bad for you.''<br/><br/>-END OF MESSAGE-</div><br/><br/>Ignoring the pills he simply took another long sip from the mug and regained his full focus from the caffeine boost. Then it all came back to him.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Alfred... no.. I was too late to save him.... I failed...I failed...</span>He realized he feeling a mix of sadness and depression, as well as anger. No matter what he continued to blame himself for his step brother's current state. He was the reason Requiem took hold of Alfred and now wouldn't let go without a fight. But there was nothing he could do right now. His body was still too sore all over.<br/><br/>Sighing he leaned back against the bed with his eyes glued to the screen of the tablet PC. It was a Somersoft model Mobile Touchscreen Tablet, though not the latest version. Connecting to the Book Store he briefly glanced by the free classics, particularly the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Art of War</span>by Sun Tzu before moving into the comics section where he went under the Children's category.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Doraemon, Volume 12</span><br/><br/>He had been a reading this manga for quite a while and had become quite fond of it. It was just the distraction his mind needed to take a break from all that had happened the previous day. He turned his head back at Shiloh who was still unconscious.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">I wonder... how did he get injured like that? He should have been at a safe distance unless... he came into the wreckage after me? And I thought Portia was the bravest or the most idiotically reckless person I've met here so far...</span><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">2013</span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">City Hall Square</span><br/><br/>''I swear to you that Washington will not fall to these abhuman terrorists. We will maintain unity, strength and discipline in the face of this so called 'Super Liberation Front' and other affiliated groups. We will stand our ground and defend the principles of the Order that has for centuries maintained global peace and we are not about to falter now. I swear to you, we will crush these infidels!'' exclaimed a man speaking from a public speaking stand, a mini-microphone attached to his collar. It was Mayor Vincent Myers, the Order approved representative of the city of Washington.<br/><br/>For years now the rebellion had been getting stronger and now it was much more than a thorn to the world government's side but a full fledged force that may actually to threaten the world's unity. One such forerunners of the rebellion was the SLF that called for the emancipation of all abhumans, whose population the Order had suppressed and kept under control for over the years. There were even abhumans who fought<span style=""font-style: italic"">for</span>the Order against the rebellion, the majority of these being members of the Sanction Program. Sanctified metahumans were far from being considered 'good' but where nonetheless held in higher regard compared to their unsanctioned counterparts.<br/><br/>As Mayor Myers prepared to finish his speech, he noticed something cutting through the crowd, heading towards the very front. It was a strangely dressed figure, wearing a silver skull mask and the rest of his body covered with a dark hooded cloak.<br/><br/>''You say the Order will not fall but in reality you<span style=""font-style: italic"">know</span>it will. You know that there is a<span style=""font-style: italic"">war</span>is coming and that there is no way the Order can last forever. It began in its cradle and is about to be buried in its grave,'' said the strange figure in an electronic voice, obviously masking his real voice.<br/><br/>''Officers arrest this clown!'' shouted Mayor Myers, keen to show the public how swiftly the law could still be enforced.<br/><br/>''Fool. You look tired. Take a nap,'' said the Silver Skull with an eerie tone to it. His otherwise black eyes suddenly glowed bright red, gazing directly into the Mayor's eyes. The man froze suddenly, finding his mouth unable to move and a strong stinging pain emerging from his chest.<br/><br/>''Uh...ah....'' he tried to make out a sentence but was choking on his own words, literally.<br/><br/>The officers stopped and stared at their mayor with a dumbfounded look. Then before they knew it, the mayor collapsed on the ground, stone cold. One of the officers rush to his side to examine his pulse. When doing do his silent and shocked expression was all that was needed for the crowd to realize what had happened. The man had died. From a gaze of<span style=""font-style: italic"">death</span>?<br/><br/>The people around the Silver Skull instantly broke into a panic and scurried away, which was just the distraction the assassin needed to elude the security forces. Worse still, the entire event had been televised live.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>Barnaby stared at the TV screen in awe and disbelief, dropping his his bottle of banana milkshake and letting it spill all over the floor. He couldn't believe what he just saw. Was that Silver Skull person some kind of metahumans who could psychically kill people just by staring at them? There was no way a power like that could exist. He knew what incredible things metahumans could do, as he himself was one. But still there was no way anyone could actually kill someone just by looking at them?<br/><br/>''My baby brother watching the news?'' came a teasing voice. It was Barnaby's older 19 year old brother, Tyrone. And not a metahuman.<br/><br/>''For f**ks sake stop calling me that!'' fired back Barnaby. ''I told you, call me<span style=""font-style: italic"">Metallio</span>.''<br/>He hated his name and he hated being called 'baby' even more. He was already thirteen years old after all.<br/><br/>''I call you Metallio and the whole city will get suspicious. At the end of the day you're supposed to be keeping your powers a secret, so that the Order doesn't take-''<br/><br/>''So that the Order doesn't take me away to kill me or do evil experiments on me blah blah blah, you've been saying the same stuff ever since I discovered my powers a year ago and I'm still okay.''<br/><br/>''Barnaby listen to me,'' said Tyrone with a far more serious tone. ''This isn't a joke, you have to be careful with your powers, make sure you don't get caught ever using them. I don't wanna lose-''<br/><br/>''Can you cut the s**tty parts out and get to the point bro?''<br/><br/>''Did you rob an ATM store last night?''<br/><br/>''I dunno.. maybe.''<br/><br/>''Did you kill an officer?''<br/><br/>''He attacked<span style=""font-style: italic"">me</span>Tyrone, I had to defend myself.''<br/><br/>''Did anyone see you?''<br/><br/>''Course not, I was careful.''<br/><br/>''You need to stop doing this Barnaby. Using your powers to steal money isn't right.''<br/><br/>''<span style=""font-style: italic"">Yes</span>it is. I know I was given these powers for a reason because I'm special, because I'm different from everyone else in this run down neighborhood cos I'm gonna be something big one day, and we all know someone like me won't ever get anywhere<span style=""font-style: italic"">without</span>these powers. Now I brought a load of cash last night didn't I?''<br/><br/>Tyrone sighed. There was no getting to his younger brother. If he kept this up he'd end up joining joining either the rebellion or the Washington Underworld and certainly wouldn't live long as a consequence of those choices. The Order would surely have him killed.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><div align=""center"">''Gangs are forming around the poorer districts of the city, these lowlife criminals support the rebellion. We're having trouble dealing with them through the Home Guard as we're currently directing our resources to fight major battles elsewhere. That's where you come in. You people are a powerful race of living weapons and it won't take many of you to neutralize the rebellion within the city. Remember, Washington cannot and <span style=""font-style: italic"">will not</span> fall. I trust you shall handle this operation with ease.''</div><br/><br/><div align=""center"">-End of Transmission-</div><br/><br/>''I live to serve,'' replied the boy in the black overcoat, known simply by the code name 'X10'.<br/><br/>His face appeared motionless, and rather monotone looking but his eyes possessed a strong spark of focus within them. He was still a Sanctioned Initiate, it had been barely a year since he was first admitted into the program, although the memory wipe didn't make the context of his admission clear. Not that it mattered what life he had before the Sanctioned, as the only life he knew was his<span style=""font-style: italic"">with</span>the Sanctioned. And he was a servant of the Order, his sole purpose to protect its existence and to obey all commands without question.<br/><br/>He stood atop a rooftop overlooking the poor city district below. The rebellion was indoctrinating these people into supporting it and they already had the support of many non-sanctioned abhumans as well. And the best way to fight fire was by using fire itself.<br/><br/>Dark grey clouds had formed above him and a steady amount of rain was falling. His hair had been soaked wet and he observed his distorted reflection from the puddle formed next to him. He was a child it appeared, about ten years old. But the skills and knowledge he possessed far bypassed the illusion of what he appeared to be and what he actually was. A trained spy and killer.<br/><br/>He hated getting wet up here and so starting to free roam across the rooftops, patrolling the district for any suspicious activities. The others in his team had also been dispatched to the city, and they were presumably also investigating rebel activity."
811,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599,2014-11-20T05:59:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22500376#p22500376"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine</span></span></div><br/>The young man she'd knocked down accepted her offer and took her hand. She easily pulled him up, though he was slightly taller. She read the look of surprise on his face and tilted her head slightly and glanced back at Natalia's FuturLiner. <br/>""That's good..."" she muttered, wondering why he looked at her as if he'd met her before. Perhaps he was an officer from before? Could he be working with them now to find her? Alice suddenly felt alarmed, but she nodded. Helen had already said that she couldn't be attacking the police. The corrupt files in her system whited out again...<br/><br/>""Yes, please."" she nodded, taking a step back. ""There are a few boxes in the van... That need moving..."" <br/>It seemed that she'd forgotten what Helen had said about keeping the place secret. She grabbed a box for herself, putting the device she had in it, and led the stranger upstairs.</div></blockquote><br/>""No problem."" Kyle grabbed one of the boxes. Questioning slightly whether or not this was really a good idea. In the end, it didn't really matter, it was as good a direction as any to go. He would see where this wind would take him.<br/><br/>""So, are you moving in? I mean, this is a lot of stuff..."" He looked inside the box he was carrying as he walked upstairs, but all he saw was packing foam and vague shapes.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, Helen could have heard the two of them coming up the stairs, was she not distracted by the infernal noise her coffee maker was making, but she was going to need that caffeine today if she was going to take care of two Digicops.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Islamic Republic e Jariri <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22500576#p22500576"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-style: italic"">Fear is our most inherently prized instinct, it may make us weaker or stronger but in the end it is what keeps us alive when all else fails, what counters the madness of this world.<br/><br/>'Then I am afraid...'<br/><br/>Fear is like Madness as it is not a truth but a illusion conjured the mind. Such an illusion is the truth of all other instincts.</span><br/><br/>White padded walls surrounded him with a small enclosed space as he sat in the center, restrained by a straitjacket and staring blankly at the walls around him and the writing smeared onto them with blood. It was a mixture of various ancient tongues, Greek, Persian, Latin, Cyrillic, Sumerian and even Egyptian hieroglyphs among many others. He knew there to be a truth conveyed behind these messages of blood. But then before his mind came out of its disorientation, the walls around him burst open with a rushing stream of water. There was no time react, in less than a second he was already surrounded, and in the next second he was completely engulfed, the water forcefully entering his lungs. He hated the water and had a <span style=""font-style: italic"">deep</span> fear of it.<br/> <br/>..........<br/><br/>He awoke with a deep gasp emitted from his breath, finding himself lying down against a warm hospital bed covered with crisp dry white sheets. There were long bandages strapped across his lower torso and legs. He moved his hand over his shoulder and found that it had been restored back into shape. His head still felt fuzzy and upon seeing the IV drip in his left wrist he realized he had been dosed with morphine. A spinning fan stared at him from the ceiling. He was inside a private ward.<br/><br/>Next to him was another bed where he saw Shiloh had been admitted. For the second time. He rubbed his palms over his forehead, trying to fight off a feeling of nausea. His memories of the plane crash were rather fragmented, he remembered the Red King's last words and then the next thing he knew he was inside a hospital. <br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">How long... have I been out...</span> <br/><br/>There was a metal table trolley situated next to his bed, carrying tablet PC, two pills and a mug of coffee, still warm. His back ached as he crouched upwards and took a sip from the mug. <br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Caffè Americano... with cinnamon... its zingy.</span><br/><br/>After a few more sips to recuperate himself he removed the morphine drip from his wrist and grabbed the tablet PC. There was an audio message recorded for him in there. Connecting the pair of earphones provided he listened in on the message.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Play</span></span><br/><br/>''Hey, Tracey here. So.... this is gonna sound sound a bit awkward but... we've kind of decided to give you an extension. You know what this means, that we need to to stay in Washington for longer. Now before you throw this device out of the window out of a childish tantrum you should know that you're job isn't technically finished yet. As for the Red King, that's old bloke's dead as one can be. You don't want to know the grisly details of how we recovered whatever <span style=""font-style: italic"">remained</span> of his body after that plane crash. However while the King may have fallen, his empire hasn't exactly dissolved. From what we've heard at least a quarter of what the Red King controlled is now vassalized under your old friend the Silver Queen-''</div><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">She is not by any definition my 'friend'. What happened back there in the Red King's mansion was purely out of co-operative association forged for a common interest.</span><br/><br/><div align=""center"">''-while the rest have either broken into their own independent factions or under the control of the King's apparent successor. Basically the Red King's death has changed the Washington Underworld but its done almost nothing in destroying it. They're adapted to his death, reformed under new structures. There's still work to be done, we'll email you the details.<br/><br/>Oh! And by the way you should probably take those pills, they'll help clear your head from the morphine drip. We were a bit concerned when you were brought up to the hospital, you seemed to be healing at a slower pace than normal, hence the bandages. Wishing you a swift recovery, you should probably resume a normal life at school and await any updates. Don't worry about your finances. Well, don't worry as far as the rent is covered. I'm sure you'll make do with the spare cash we had left for you lying around. Don't spend it all, that's bad for you.''<br/><br/>-END OF MESSAGE-</div><br/><br/>Ignoring the pills he simply took another long sip from the mug and regained his full focus from the caffeine boost. Then it all came back to him. <br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Alfred... no.. I was too late to save him.... I failed...I failed...</span> He realized he feeling a mix of sadness and depression, as well as anger. No matter what he continued to blame himself for his step brother's current state. He was the reason Requiem took hold of Alfred and now wouldn't let go without a fight. But there was nothing he could do right now. His body was still too sore all over.<br/><br/>Sighing he leaned back against the bed with his eyes glued to the screen of the tablet PC. It was a Somersoft model Mobile Touchscreen Tablet, though not the latest version. Connecting to the Book Store he briefly glanced by the free classics, particularly the <span style=""font-style: italic"">Art of War</span> by Sun Tzu before moving into the comics section where he went under the Children's category.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Doraemon, Volume 12</span> <br/><br/>He had been a reading this manga for quite a while and had become quite fond of it. It was just the distraction his mind needed to take a break from all that had happened the previous day. He turned his head back at Shiloh who was still unconscious. <br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">I wonder... how did he get injured like that? He should have been at a safe distance unless... he came into the wreckage after me? He's either the bravest or the most idiotically reckless I've met here so far...</span><br/></div></blockquote><br/>Jessica sighed as she walked away from the tray. Part of the way she made her money was to volunteer around the hospital, not for anything that might threaten a patient, but more for the menial sort of things as she knew one of the doctors whom was aware of her condition. She didn't really care much how she made it, it mattered little to her. She was mostly paid in pocket change, still it made Jessica feel a little more independent, which counted for a lot in her book considering her condition.<br/><br/>Her eyes were suddenly drawn to a certain bed as she passed by it. She saw something... familiar in his face. The patient seemed absorbed in reading on a tablet. Suddenly an image flashed back of the same boy in Kansas... She couldn't even remember how long.<br/><br/>""Sommerfield...?"" She said out loud, taking off her sanitary mask. A chuckle coming from her childlike throat. He didn't look a day older.<span style=""font-style: italic"">How the fuck does he... Is he...?</span>""Damien - God Damn - Sommerfield."" She could have gone with a much worse expletive in the middle of the little immortals name.<br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div><div align=""center"">''Gangs are forming around the poorer districts of the city, these lowlife criminals support the rebellion. We're having trouble dealing with them through the Home Guard as we're currently directing our resources to fight major battles elsewhere. That's where you come in. You people are a powerful race of living weapons and it won't take many of you to neutralize the rebellion within the city. Remember, Washington cannot and <span style=""font-style: italic"">will not</span> fall. I trust you shall handle this operation with ease.''</div><br/><br/><div align=""center"">-End of Transmission-</div><br/><br/>''I live to serve,'' replied the boy in the black overcoat, known simply by the code name 'X10'.<br/><br/>His face appeared motionless, and rather monotone looking but his eyes possessed a strong spark of focus within them. He was still a Sanctioned Initiate, it had been barely a year since he was first admitted into the program, although the memory wipe didn't make the context of his admission clear. Not that it mattered what life he had before the Sanctioned, as the only life he knew was his <span style=""font-style: italic"">with</span> the Sanctioned. And he was a servant of the Order, his sole purpose to protect its existence and to obey all commands without question.<br/><br/>He stood atop a rooftop overlooking the poor city district below. The rebellion was indoctrinating these people into supporting it and they already had the support of many non-sanctioned abhumans as well. And the best way to fight fire was by using fire itself. <br/><br/>Dark grey clouds had formed above him and a steady amount of rain was falling. His hair had been soaked wet and he observed his distorted reflection from the puddle formed next to him. He was a child it appeared, about ten years old. But the skills and knowledge he possessed far bypassed the illusion of what he appeared to be and what he actually was. A trained spy and killer.<br/><br/>He hated getting wet up here and so starting to free roam across the rooftops, patrolling the district for any suspicious activities. The others in his team had also been dispatched to the city, and they were presumably also investigating rebel activity.</div></blockquote><br/>Dagger, that was her name now, stood on the rooftops. She was observing the streets coldly as she considered her next course of action. Flipping out her communicator, she called one of her team mates, the latest one. X10, was his designation. ""Initiate. Have you found anything of note?"""
812,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599,2014-11-20T06:29:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Stéphane Perrier, 2013</span></span></div><br/>A man in a thick coat ran down an ill-lighted street, holding his right hand tightly down on the hat he was wearing. He used his left to hold a paper bag close to his chest. Behind him was a young boy in a hooded sweater and short-pants, wielding a double hooked spear. He had a look of malice on his face as he walked after the man, seemingly unalarmed that his quarry was moving faster ahead of him. He stared on through the rain, humming the tune of an old song his beautiful mother had taught him, and smiled. The boy suddenly thrusted himself forward, the grip of his sneakers allowing him to sprint despite how slippery the road was. The fleeing man heard the faint tapping sound of the boy's feet and decided that though he was a child, he was insane, and had to die... He turned briefly and fired a beam of electric energy from his hand. The boy narrowly dodged it, ducking down and jabbing his spear forward into the man's stomach. He screamed in pain and terror as all three spokes pierced into his belly. The boy laughed, using his own enhanced physical strength to force the man down. He dropped his paper bag, and his hat fluttered down onto the wet pavement. His breathing was ragged as he clutched the spear's body tightly. Blood had begun to flow from his mouth. With one hand on the spear and another facing the boy with its palm out, he croaked, ""P-Please... Have mercy...""<br/><br/>The boy's expression suddenly dulled. He narrowed his eyes at the man, then<span style=""font-style: italic"">grinned</span>. The dying man saw the sparks of insanity within the boy's eyes as he burst into maddened laughter, his eyebrows furrowed. He tilted his head slightly, looking at the man's now blood-soaked shirt. He was going. And fast.<br/><br/>""What makes you think that a filthy, rotten, impure being like yourself deserves mercy?"" the boy asked, scowling. ""You and all your kind are better off dead in a hole, left to decay!"" he continued cruelly as he twisted his spear left and right, then wrenched the man's innards out, causing him to scream more loudly. People watching from their homes covered their childrens' ears and pulled the curtains in to avoid the horrible execution going on outside.<br/><br/>The man was trembling violently now, watching as his guts were pulled out and strewn across the pavement. His sight began to fade into white. Before closing his eyes, he heard the boy say something to him in that same cold tone as before.<br/>""I am Stéphane Perrier. And I vowed to the great Order that I would assist as much as I could to complete the extermination of the likes of you."" Then, filled with satisfaction, he pulled his spear away from the pile of gore and smiled. ""Good day to you, sir."" he said sweetly as he turned away and left.<br/><hr/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>As she led this young man up the stairs to the room where Helen and Natalia were, Alice glanced back. ""Sort of... It's my sister, actually, that's moving in. Though some of these are my belongings as well.""<br/><br/>When she came down for the things she said she'd be grabbing, she left the door open and walked in. Natalia looked over at her, smiled, and waved. She noticed the young man following her and cocked her head. Who was he? Ignoring that, she walked over and took the box from Alice as she stepped aside for the young man to set down the box he'd brought with him.<br/>""Thanks,"" said Alice, clasping her hands behind her back and smiling, ""i really do appreciate it. This is<span style=""font-weight: bold"">very</span>lawful of you.""<br/><hr/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Zachary Foster</span></span></div><br/>""Interesting...Yet... Frightening."" mumbled Zachary to himself, pushing his colourless hair back over his head. He had let his hood down since he liked the rain, anyway. Seconds earlier, a young boy had brutally deterred an abhuman. It was terrible, yet at the same time impressive. Was he sanctioned? Definitely not. He had no powers, otherwise he would have used them.<br/>It seemed low, that the Order would be going as far as employing children to conduct murders for them. Curious, Zachary changed into a crow and fluttered down next to the paper bag. Looking inside, he found several food items, medical drugs, and a phone.<br/><br/>Zachary returned to his human form and grabbed the cellphone. As he rummaged through its contents, he found a message coming from someone name Sarah. It read:<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Dad, we really need food. We just ran out of medicine for Caleb, too. He's getting worse. Help, please. We moved to 55 on Verdance Avenue tonight.""</span><br/><br/>The artificial boy felt a brief sting of pain where his heart should have been. He glanced at the man's mauled corpse. He was a father, and he had a sick son and a hungry daughter. And that boy, whoever he was, had murdered him. Zach clutched the cellphone tightly until it cracked and was crushed. He felt like crying, though he wasn't supposed to. Someone could be watching, then he'd be in big trouble. He picked up the soaked paper bag, but the things inside fell out, so he gathered them up in his arms and searched for 55 on Verdance Avenue. Upon finding it, he made his way up the steps and pressed the doorbell with a tentacle. A young girl, about 17 opened the door, peeking out at him. She saw the supplies in his arms and pulled the door open a bit wider, but hesitated.<br/><br/>""Who are you?"" she inquired, obviously untrusting, ""Where's my father?""<br/><br/>Zach opened his mouth to speak, but hung back. He sighed, then prepared his words carefully.<br/>""Several blocks from here, I found your father's corpse. I followed the address you had texted him, and brought you these.""<br/><br/>The girl shook her head and tears accumulated in her eyes. ""No, no... What're you saying? You're crazy!""<br/><br/>Zachary hung his head, letting the raindrops drip onto the stuff he had carried here. The girl wouldn't stop weeping. Minutes later, a young boy, most likely of 8 had come up from behind. He was sitting in a very old wheelchair that had been patched up in places. Zach felt deeply sorry for these youths.<br/><br/>""Sarah, what's wrong?"" the disabled boy asked, looking at Zach and the things he carried. ""Who is he?""<br/><br/>Now only sobbing, Sarah sighed. She knew she had to be strong for her brother. If what this boy was true, and that her father was really dead. She let Zach inside, giving him all her trust, though she really had nothing to fear, as neither she nor her brother were abhumans. The only real problem was their lack of resources. Zach took a seat on the floor as he watched the two eat. The boy took some pills as he drank from a bottle of soda. He shut his eyes and stood up a few minutes later. The girl looked up at him, confused.<br/><br/>""I'm leaving now. I'm sorry about your father."" he said blankly, then turned around. He couldn't have stopped that boy, otherwise he would be in trouble... And he really didn't want that. He needed to look out for himself too, after all.<br/><br/>""Wait, don't you want to eat?"" the girl called, holding up a bun with chocolate filling. Zach froze. He had been wrong... He could have made a sacrifice. These children were poor, had lost their father... Yet they were willing to share. What was he becoming?.. He never wanted to be like them. The Order. It would fall one day... And when it did, it would be for good..."
813,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599,2014-11-20T07:41:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alfie &amp; Gerard Royale / Nathaniel Holloway / Claudia Leistner, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Alfie, or more accurately, Requiem entered his new hotel suite. Earlier, he'd asked that man to book this room for him. It was done. Just like when he himself was alive. He could get someone to do things for him, and there would be no problem. He had been given the perfect host. Though it didn't feel right. This body was his, but he preferred to look into the mirror to see himself. The real him. Nathaniel Holloway, born in 1875, Forgotten in 1885. He sighed, and walked over to the window in his new body as the last ounce of resistance inside continued its onslaught against his influence, determined to regain control.<br/><br/>""It's all too hard to give up."" he muttered. ""I've gotten this far. I can't give it all up now.""<br/><br/>""But you must."" a voice said from behind. Alfie turned around, scowling.<br/><br/>""It's<span style=""font-style: italic"">you</span>. I despise you."" he said stubbornly, his fingers flexing to prepare for a battle should it ensue.<br/><br/>Gerard flinched. It was hard to know that this was his child now. ""It was for your... My son's good. If I had known this would happen, I would never have gone to rest."" he told Requiem. It made him laugh.<br/><br/>""Then you're a fool<span style=""font-style: italic"">and</span>a meddler!"" he said, pointing at Gerard. Where was Somerfield? He needed to deal with this. The only way to lure Requiem away from the controls would be anger... I must save my child...<br/><br/>He scoffed, though like before, he could not scowl or frown. ""You're nothing like my son."" he told Requiem, causing him to tighten his fists in anger. ""I raised him to be compassionate. Considerate. Unlike you. Selfish, prideful, and insolent."" and he said all this in a calm tone and with a smile on his face. That only aggravated Requiem more.<br/><br/>""Old fool!"" he growled, sending a shadow straight at Gerard, but it went through him without any damage. The boy froze, then stomped his feet. ""What?! No fair!"" he cried. Gerard smiled again.<br/><br/>""There's still much you need to know."" he said, closing his eyes. ""Once one of the Forgotten has passed, they are invulnerable to other Forgotten."" he explained, retaining his posture.<br/><br/>Requiem moaned and stomped his feet again. ""That's stupid! Useless!""<br/><br/>""It is, isn't it? Now... Why not... Let go?"" Gerard asked slyly, hoping that the Forgotten would get his drift. He smirked as he did so to lure him out further.<br/><br/>The boy laughed. ""I know what you're trying to do! I'm not a fool like you!""<br/><br/>Elsewhere, a plane landed near the other RHA aircraft, but it was much smaller, and it was an advanced model of the private jet that the Red King had owned and lost. A young lady in maid's clothes stepped off the aircraft daintily, taking small steps. Several men drove over in what looked like a mini dump truck. They entered the plane and brought out her things as another man approached her and shook her hand.<br/><br/>""David Ashlock."" he said politely.<br/><br/>""C-Claudia... Claudia Leistner."" she responded by introducing herself.<br/><br/>""Yes."" the man smiled warmly. ""I see you've accepted Sir Royale's offer. I'm glad.""<br/><br/>Claudia could only nod and give a thin smile. She was taken later to another hotel, different from the one that Requiem and Gerard were in. Claudia had once lived in a house like this until her father died, leaving her with nothing more than a smaller property and whatever she owned. This little boy came up to her one day and told her the story of her grandparents' parents' life. At first, she was in disbelief, but with the proof he had and what he said he would share with her, she knew it was all true. He had admitted that he was somewhat immortal until he had to give his power to somebody else. It could be her, he had said... How strange. All this time, as she was in very deep thought, David had been speaking to her. But seeing that she was thinking, he waited for her to return.<br/><br/>""What?"" she asked, suddenly realizing that she'd spaced out again. ""I'm sorry... Really, I am."" she gave a little curtsy to apologize. But David smiled again and waved to her.<br/><br/>""No worries, Miss Leistner. Now that we know you're related to Sir Royale, you're practically<span style=""font-style: italic"">Royale-ty</span>now."" he winked and laughed at his own joke.<br/><br/>Claudia considered that. The men from the airport brought her things in as she started thinking again. This little boy was helping her, claiming that they were related. She should be thankful. Yes, indeed. He was taking her in for nothing at all.<br/>Claudia smiled. Her mother was right. Her aunt Adelheid's family was indeed generous. For this, she would make sure that from this day forward, no harm would come to that boy. What was his name?.. Alfie.. Yes. Her new, good, big cousin..."
814,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599,2014-11-20T14:34:00,Islamic Republic e Jariri,"<blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22500765#p22500765"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Sommerfield...?"" She said out loud, taking off her sanitary mask. A chuckle coming from her childlike throat. He didn't look a day older. <span style=""font-style: italic"">How the fuck does he... Is he...?</span> ""Damien - God Damn - Sommerfield."" She could have gone with a much worse expletive in the middle of the little immortals name.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>''Damien - God Damn - Sommerfield.''<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">What...? Who said that...?</span><br/><br/>He was interrupted right in the middle of a rather amusing scene from that rather loud pitched and semi-profane exclamation. It was certainly quite out of the ordinary, as he didn't expect anyone to proclaim his current chosen name like that. Lowering his mobile tablet he saw a fierce looking blond girl, somewhere around his own physical age.<br/><br/>Staring back at her blankly it became apparent he didn't recall her as immediately as she was able to apparently remember him. She was looking at him with eyes that appeared both angry as well as happy, much to his further confusion. Only after realizing why her Kansas accent felt so familiar his eyes raised slightly and his jaw dropped in surprise and disbelief.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">No way... it can't be the same girl from back then... that's impossible... unless she's like Agent 52...</span><br/><br/>''Je-Jessica Lynn Parker?!'' he exclaimed with a thick English accent. He was still skeptical however. He hadn't the girl since the revolution back in 2017. But she should have been over ten years older by now instead of looking more as less the same as he remembered her. It couldn't be here...<br/><br/>''My apologies. You look and sound like someone I once knew ten years ago,'' he said with a suspicious tone. If this really was here he had to make certain of it first and foremost.<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>Dagger, that was her name now, stood on the rooftops. She was observing the streets coldly as she considered her next course of action. Flipping out her communicator, she called one of her team mates, the latest one. X10, was his designation. ""Initiate. Have you found anything of note?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>He<span style=""font-style: italic"">despised</span>being called 'Initiate' even though that was technically his official rank which was supposed to make Dagger his superior. Not that he ever held much regard for others getting in his way in operations he felt he could always handle alone.<br/><br/>''Nothing yet, although I will continue patrolling for any suspicious activity, please stand by.''<br/><br/>He leaned against the edge of the rooftop and closed his eyes, letting his sixth sense expand around a search radius, 'feeling' the life force energy of the others around him contained within a specific search radius.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Little Fox quickly hid behind a bus stop structure as bullets whizzed by or lodged themselves into walls and the advertising windows of the bus stop shed. They were after him again. Those nasty people that wanted to take him away from his parents. They already tried, but they never caught him. He smirked as he checked the magazines for the MP5 SMG he'd stolen a few days ago. Just enough for tonight and several weeks later. <br/><br/>Once the firing from the Order troops stopped, Fox stepped out with one side of him hidden. He picked out one target after the other, firing in short bursts as they were reloading their weapons. the moment one of them aimed, he returned to cover. He chuckled to himself, pumping his fist.<br/><br/>""Yeah!"" he turned his head slightly, listening for any more shots. ""That's forty-seven for me, zero for them!""<br/><br/>Again, they were reloading, but from the corner of his eye Fox saw someone (Stéphane). Someone only a bit taller than himself. Then, he felt a force, quickly approaching. By instinct, he bent backward as a red spear zoomed past his face and into the advertisement window, further damaging it. By now, Fox was aware of what being Sanctioned was. It was probably this boy here, who had just hurled a spear at him (and missed). He fired a few shots back, but the kid was fast, and he hit Fox in his right cheek before grabbing his spear.<br/><br/>""Oww!"" Fox cried as he was thrown back against a trash bin. The Order troops began to drift closer, some looking relieved that they had better backup. But before the boy could strike again, Fox grabbed his SMG and jumped up like a spring, disappearing over the rooftops. The boy down below cursed and stomped off, leaving the Order troops to themselves.<br/><br/>""Idiots!"" he snarled as he searched for another suitable target.</blockquote><br/><br/>His sixth sense had 'conveyed' the scene to him and he knew a child was on the run for his life; being chased by both Order troops and another child who was hunting him with a staff. The target had eluded his pursuers through the rooftops, with a pair of SMG guns.<br/><br/>X10 felt a degree of unease at the prospect of having to hurt a child, even though it shouldn't have been a problem his subconscious somehow continued to object to it. Perhaps they were echos of his past life trying to break through to him.<br/>He considered briefly what was the best option to take; the boy must have been a abhuman to be pursued like that but was he really a major threat? After all he was so young and therefore hardly a fighter for the rebellion. However he was armed with SMGs<span style=""font-style: italic"">and</span>he was already dangerous considering he was powered.<br/><br/>He didn't want to but he couldn't risk letting the boy escape like that and used his sixth sense to help track him down as he leaped across one rooftop to the other, trying to make up his mind over whether or not he should terminate the target. Or try to get him admitted to the Sanctioned perhaps or maybe let him go if his presence was of no consequence to the mission at hand.<br/><br/>As he continued looking for the boy he came by a group of men stacking boxes into the back of a van. It did appear to be an ordinary delivery van but those men were packing them quite hurriedly. He had to at least check it out just to make sure it wasn't anything shady.<br/><br/>''Excuse me, but if you don't mind me asking what is it that you intend to transport in this van?'' he asked, ignoring the stealth protocol and approaching them directly.<br/><br/>''None of your business kid, get out of here,'' replied one of the men.<br/><br/>''What my friend here means to say is that we're delivering office supplies. We're kind of late on the job so we're in a bit of a rush you see,'' explained the other man.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">That man is a very bad liar, he must take me for a fool. That nervous chuckle behind his smile is all I need to know.</span><br/><br/>''Step away from the vehicle and raise your hands. Do it<span style=""font-style: italic"">now</span>,'' he said with a stern tone.<br/><br/>''Like hell we will,'' said one of the men. There were three of them in total and they encircled him. X10 remained still, hoping they were metahumans which would give him the excuse to utilize lethal force. His wish was granted when one of the men noticed the grey colored symbol on the back his black overcoat.<br/><br/>''S**t, he's one them Sanctioned killers!''<br/><br/>Immediately the man's skin began to protrude with thorns which then fired out his body towards X10. White rapid slashes suddenly flashed in front of X10 who maintained a stoic demeanor as he almost effortlessly deflected each projectile with his concealed long staff blade. The thorned man's torso was then almost simultaneously sliced off his legs, covering the right half of X10's face with blood. He turned to the other two with a narrow eyed expression to show he wasn't here to waste time.<br/><br/>One of the thorns had pierced across his left cheek which healed promptly.<br/><br/>A few minutes later he was done: one of the men had been slashed across the eyes and blinded after it turned out they could fire beams of optic energy while the other man lost his right forearm when he attempted to emit an electrical discharge from it. He had killed one, and grievously injured the other two. The Home Guard would take care of the mess.<br/><br/>Opening the boxes he found exactly what he expected: guns. Obviously being traded to the rebels.<br/><br/>''Please explain yourself,'' he asked politely towards the bleeding man with one arm who was now trembling in sight of him.<br/><br/>''I swear we're just the delivery boys making a quick buck! We only transport packages, no questions asked.''<br/><br/>''<span style=""font-style: italic"">Where</span>did you get these?'' he asked with a more threatening tone.<br/><br/>''From the pawn shop!'' he exclaimed pointing to a rundown building in the street.<br/><br/>X10 silently departed from the van and headed for the old pawn shop that was allegedly giving out these unregistered weapons that were obviously part of some kind of underground black market. He considered contacting Dagger to keep her updated with his current investigation though didn't want any 'help'. He wanted to prove to the others how he was above being just a mere 'Initiate'.<br/><br/>''Suspicious activity sighted, it looks like a shady arms dealing is going about in this neighborhood, I'll be investigating further and keep you informed on what I find,'' he said via his communicator. ''I'll let you know<span style=""font-style: italic"">if</span>I need back up.''<br/><br/>He forced his way through the locked front doors and made his way inside through a neglected hallway covering with wallpaper peelings."
815,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599,2014-11-20T18:27:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Islamic Republic e Jariri <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22504619#p22504619"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22500765#p22500765"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Sommerfield...?"" She said out loud, taking off her sanitary mask. A chuckle coming from her childlike throat. He didn't look a day older. <span style=""font-style: italic"">How the fuck does he... Is he...?</span> ""Damien - God Damn - Sommerfield."" She could have gone with a much worse expletive in the middle of the little immortals name.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>''Damien - God Damn - Sommerfield.''<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">What...? Who said that...?</span><br/><br/>He was interrupted right in the middle of a rather amusing scene from that rather loud pitched and semi-profane exclamation. It was certainly quite out of the ordinary, as he didn't expect anyone to proclaim his current chosen name like that. Lowering his mobile tablet he saw a fierce looking blond girl, somewhere around his own physical age. <br/><br/>Staring back at her blankly it became apparent he didn't recall her as immediately as she was able to apparently remember him. She was looking at him with eyes that appeared both angry as well as happy, much to his further confusion. Only after realizing why her Kansas accent felt so familiar his eyes raised slightly and his jaw dropped in surprise and disbelief. <br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">No way... it can't be the same girl from back then... that's impossible... unless she's like Agent 52...</span><br/><br/>''Je-Jessica Lynn Parker?!'' he exclaimed with a thick English accent. He was still skeptical however. He hadn't the girl since the revolution back in 2017. But she should have been over ten years older by now instead of looking more as less the same as he remembered her. It couldn't be here...<br/><br/>''My apologies. You look and sound like someone I once knew ten years ago,'' he said with a suspicious tone. If this really was here he had to make certain of it first and foremost. </div></blockquote><br/>Jessica's eye's narrows somewhat, sighing exasperatedly. ""I sound and look like Jessica Lynn Parker because I am Jessica you dipshit."" She replied, she hopped onto the edge of his hospital bed, looking him in the eyes. Her aggressiveness and foul language was nothing personal, it was mostly how the bitter girl treated everyone, she took any opportunity to give anyone a hard time. In fact, this could be practically counted as friendliness from her. ""God, did whatever that dropped you in this hospital bed leave you with half a brain? How many people do you know that look and sound exactly like me?""<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22500871#p22500871"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>As she led this young man up the stairs to the room where Helen and Natalia were, Alice glanced back. ""Sort of... It's my sister, actually, that's moving in. Though some of these are my belongings as well.""<br/><br/>When she came down for the things she said she'd be grabbing, she left the door open and walked in. Natalia looked over at her, smiled, and waved. She noticed the young man following her and cocked her head. Who was he? Ignoring that, she walked over and took the box from Alice as she stepped aside for the young man to set down the box he'd brought with him.<br/>""Thanks,"" said Alice, clasping her hands behind her back and smiling, ""i really do appreciate it. This is <span style=""font-weight: bold"">very</span> lawful of you."" </div></blockquote><br/>""It was no problem. I mean, you seemed like you could have used some help with moving."" He replied, setting down the box. He waved back to Natalia ""Yeah, I used to be pretty close with my brother too..."" He remarked.<br/><br/>Helen quickly hid when he heard the male voice, looking for an exit. It would be best if no one suspected that this was the home of Dire Wolf. So she quickly ducked into the bathroom to stay for a bit until he left.<br/><br/>Kyle thought he saw something out of the corner of his eye, but turning around revealed nothing. ""Mind if I ask what your name is? I live sort of near here, so we're almost kinda neighbours. I wouldn't mind coming around and helping more with the moving if you need me to."""
816,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599,2014-11-21T01:48:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>""Oh,"" Alice beamed. A neighbour. ""I'm Alice, and that's Natalia over there. And... Where's..."" she remembered the secret, then turned back to Kyle. ""Never mind...""<br/><br/>""That's sounds great!"" she brought her hands together in delight, ""Very lawful... Indeed... Now, it's your turn. What's your name?"" asked Alice, not noticing how Natalia had snuck past her to grab some more boxes from downstairs. Alice didn't at all recognize Kyle as Typhoon, since he had been wearing a mask when she kissed him earlier. She could however, read the familiarity in the sound of his voice. But that was for later. She needed to know her neighbor's name first."
817,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599,2014-11-21T02:01:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Zachary Foster, 2013</span></span></div><br/>As X10 entered the pawn shop below, a magpie watched him closely, preening its wings every now and then. The rain didn't seem to be bothering it. Once the boy was out of view, inside the store, it jumped off of its perch and landed on the stairs leading to the pawn shop's front door. It stared with its beady black eyes into the hallway and morphed. Taller, less feathery.<br/>Zach smiled as he entered, closing the door behind him. He stood beneath shadows as he trailed the new recruit and eventually decided that he'd pop in.<br/><br/>""You weren't planning on keeping all the fun to yourself, were you, X10?"" he slyly asked as he stepped out of the shadows. His hands were hidden in his jacket's pocket.<br/><br/>With that grin on his face, it was obvious that he was here to irritate his squadmate. Or... He was just around to observe. He was always there. You never saw him until he made himself noticed. He walked casually to Damien's side, still smiling.<br/>""That was impressive, what you did earlier. Very. For an initiate, you're quite skilled."" he commented as his left hand lost its form and turned into a scimitar."
818,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599,2014-11-21T02:14:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22511361#p22511361"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>""Oh,"" Alice beamed. A neighbour. ""I'm Alice, and that's Natalia over there. And... Where's..."" she remembered the secret, then turned back to Kyle. ""Never mind..."" <br/><br/>""That's sounds great!"" she brought her hands together in delight, ""Very lawful... Indeed... Now, it's your turn. What's your name?"" asked Alice, not noticing how Natalia had snuck past her to grab some more boxes from downstairs. Alice didn't at all recognize Kyle as Typhoon, since he had been wearing a mask when she kissed him earlier. She could however, read the familiarity in the sound of his voice. But that was for later. She needed to know her neighbor's name first.</div></blockquote><br/>""Kyle Gardener."" He replied. An alias. Or a new name for a new beginning if you were to look at it from another perspective. Kyle was fairly serious about this whole turning over a new leaf thing, He had had too many bad experiences with crime and it really... really did not pay.<br/><br/>He needed an excuse to stay longer, he was getting to like Alice despite her constant use of the word Lawful was making him feel just a tad uncomfortable considering his history. ""Do you have anything I can drink? It's pretty hot and I could use some milk, orange juice or something""<span style=""font-style: italic"">At least she's not Silvy</span>Even the thought of the Silver Queen sent an involuntary shiver down his spine. He never wanted to meet her again..."
819,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599,2014-11-21T03:37:00,Islamic Republic e Jariri,"<blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22507507#p22507507"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Jessica's eye's narrows somewhat, sighing exasperatedly. ""I sound and look like Jessica Lynn Parker because I am Jessica you dipshit."" She replied, she hopped onto the edge of his hospital bed, looking him in the eyes. Her aggressiveness and foul language was nothing personal, it was mostly how the bitter girl treated everyone, she took any opportunity to give anyone a hard time. In fact, this could be practically counted as friendliness from her. ""God, did whatever that dropped you in this hospital bed leave you with half a brain? How many people do you know that look and sound exactly like me?"" </div></blockquote><br/><br/>''<span style=""font-style: italic"">None</span>at all...'' he replied, his mind filled with so many questions, especially on how she hadn't aged a day since he last saw her.<br/>But this was no apparent doppelganger it really was the same foul mouthed Jessica he had met ten years prior. She didn't appear to have outwardly aged whatsoever. He supposed that wasn't<span style=""font-style: italic"">too</span>surprising as he had encountered similar people like Jessica before who didn't age physically out of some kind of side-effect of their powers. She must have had just as many questions as for him as well. Like him she must have been a lot older than she appeared to be. That certainly did better explain why she... swore like an adult.<br/><br/>''Oh this...'' he said raising his arm up to show more bandages. ''Just a freak aircraft disaster, nothing I can't handle.''<br/><br/>That was a lie, or more of a half-truth. Something had gone badly wrong while he was inside the Red King's private jet. His healing had seemed to<span style=""font-style: italic"">slow</span>and for a moment it had completely paused. Judges from his bandages he must have been barely alive when Shiloh rescued him. His survival may have even have been more due to luck above anything else, though he didn't feel comfortable with that thought. What had happened back there and was it still in effect?<br/><br/>Back during the revolution in 2017 his healing ability had been exposed to Jessica though he kept the fact that he was an unaging immortal to himself and concealed his true age. Though now with her seeing him again after a decade and at the same physical age and taking into account his healing powers she may have pieced together the puzzle and figured out what he was.<br/><br/>''I expect your head is bursting with questions, but first and foremost, what are you doing here and what brings you to Washington?''"
820,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599,2014-11-21T03:59:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Islamic Republic e Jariri <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22511706#p22511706"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22507507#p22507507"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Jessica's eye's narrows somewhat, sighing exasperatedly. ""I sound and look like Jessica Lynn Parker because I am Jessica you dipshit."" She replied, she hopped onto the edge of his hospital bed, looking him in the eyes. Her aggressiveness and foul language was nothing personal, it was mostly how the bitter girl treated everyone, she took any opportunity to give anyone a hard time. In fact, this could be practically counted as friendliness from her. ""God, did whatever that dropped you in this hospital bed leave you with half a brain? How many people do you know that look and sound exactly like me?"" </div></blockquote><br/><br/>''<span style=""font-style: italic"">None</span> at all...'' he replied, his mind filled with so many questions, especially on how she hadn't aged a day since he last saw her. <br/>But this was no apparent doppelganger it really was the same foul mouthed Jessica he had met ten years prior. She didn't appear to have outwardly aged whatsoever. He supposed that wasn't <span style=""font-style: italic"">too</span> surprising as he had encountered similar people like Jessica before who didn't age physically out of some kind of side-effect of their powers. She must have had just as many questions as for him as well. Like him she must have been a lot older than she appeared to be. That certainly did better explain why she... swore like an adult. <br/><br/>''Oh this...'' he said raising his arm up to show more bandages. ''Just a freak aircraft disaster, nothing I can't handle.''<br/><br/>That was a lie, or more of a half-truth. Something had gone badly wrong while he was inside the Red King's private jet. His healing had seemed to <span style=""font-style: italic"">slow</span> and for a moment it had completely paused. Judges from his bandages he must have been barely alive when Shiloh rescued him. His survival may have even have been more due to luck above anything else, though he didn't feel comfortable with that thought. What had happened back there and was it still in effect? <br/><br/>Back during the revolution in 2017 his healing ability had been exposed to Jessica though he kept the fact that he was an unaging immortal to himself and concealed his true age. Though now with her seeing him again after a decade and at the same physical age and taking into account his healing powers she may have pieced together the puzzle and figured out what he was.<br/><br/>''I expect your head is bursting with questions, but first and foremost, what are you doing here and what brings you to Washington?''</div></blockquote><br/>""No shit?"" She asked, she'd have to be pretty mad to survive a plane crash unscathed, though she remembered Damien's healing factor. ""Though, still, you should be able to shrug something like that off and get back up easily."" She commented, curious. Now she was seated, cross legged on the edge of the bed.<br/><br/>""Well, you can't exactly stay in the same orphanage for too long when your like me... Like us I suppose...Though I'd imagine you're quite a lot older."" She pointed out, seeing that Damien was similar to her and fitting a few of the pieces of the puzzle together. ""Plus, I was getting really fucking tired of Cansas... Wanted a change... so I just did what I always do. I packed up and left."" She explained. ""As for this hospital... girls gotta earn her pocket money somehow.""<br/><br/>She paused again, ""You're an Immortal aren't you...?"" She managed to talk to a lot of people on the road, heard some things about people who could never die. ""You certainly fit the bill so far..."""
821,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599,2014-11-21T04:36:00,Islamic Republic e Jariri,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22511425#p22511425"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Zachary Foster, 2013</span></span></div><br/>As X10 entered the pawn shop below, a magpie watched him closely, preening its wings every now and then. The rain didn't seem to be bothering it. Once the boy was out of view, inside the store, it jumped off of its perch and landed on the stairs leading to the pawn shop's front door. It stared with its beady black eyes into the hallway and morphed. Taller, less feathery.<br/>Zach smiled as he entered, closing the door behind him. He stood beneath shadows as he trailed the new recruit and eventually decided that he'd pop in. <br/><br/>""You weren't planning on keeping all the fun to yourself, were you, X10?"" he slyly asked as he stepped out of the shadows. His hands were hidden in his jacket's pocket.<br/><br/>With that grin on his face, it was obvious that he was here to irritate his squadmate. Or... He was just around to observe. He was always there. You never saw him until he made himself noticed. He walked casually to Damien's side, still smiling. <br/>""That was impressive, what you did earlier. Very. For an initiate, you're quite skilled."" he commented as his left hand lost its form and turned into a scimitar.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Zachary Foster aka Ruse...</span><br/><br/>''Still following me around I see,'' responded X10 with a calm tone, not turning back to look at him as he had already sensed Ruse's presence to be nearby. The Sanctioned Agent was also technically his superior, in many of their missions together Ruse tended to be the appointed leader as well while X10's main role in group missions was being the Strategist. But right now X10 was on a solo investigation, though protocol required him to inform other nearby members of any findings he could gather.<br/><br/>His eyes remained focused with a narrow expression, trying to get Ruse out of his head and focus on the mission.<br/><br/>''A pawn shop, its current state indicates that its fallen on hard times recently, and seems to be conducting a black market on firearms, likely in support of the rebels,'' he said relaying his findings to Ruse while walking forward ahead of him and passing through another door which led into the main room of the shop where several dusty items were put up on display.<br/><br/>Behind the counter stood a tough and beefy looking man who looked more like a butcher than a pawn shop dealer.<br/><br/>''No kids allowed, get out,'' he said while dusting a ship model.<br/><br/>''Do you sell guns?'' asked X10, approaching the edge of the counter.<br/><br/>''Of course not! I run a respectable business-''<br/><br/>''May we please be granted access into the storage room behind you?'' interrupted X10, who didn't know what irritated him more: his 'superior' Ruse or this lying fat guy who was obviously hiding something.<br/><br/>''Like hell I will, now scram the both of you!'' shrieked the man, completely oblivious to the fact that these two 'kids' were actually Sanctioned agents of the Order.<br/><br/>''You've just raised the bar of suspicion sir, please move aside,<span style=""font-style: italic"">now</span>,''<br/><br/>The man froze momentarily, stunned by the no-nonsense look X10 was giving him, a look that threatened to break his legs if he didn't comply. He turned his head at Zach, now confused.<br/><br/>''Who- who the hell are you kids?'' he said while slowly backing away towards the storage room behind him. X10 continued to gaze at him suspiciously. Beads of sweat were breaking out from his brow as he struggled to keep his cool. As the two Sanctioned agents continued keeping their eyes fixed on his position he suddenly emitted a loud yell before raising a handgun at their direction.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">BANG! BANG! BANG!</span><br/><br/>X10 was struck through the center of his forehead and his body collapsed back against the wooden floorboards. The fat man then sprung into the storage room behind him and locked it from the inside.<br/><br/>''Guys... we've been busted.''<br/><br/>There were four other people inside the 'store room' which was actually an underground gun factory.<br/><br/>''S**t,'' said one of them before loading a makeshift AK-47.<br/><br/>The others began to arm themselves as well then fled through the backdoor into the alleyway. Meanwhile X10's wound healed and he revived with his teeth gritting. He was looking forward to catching that fat man and whatever accomplices he may have.<br/><br/>Outside in the alleyway the five black market dealers rushed into a large silver car and drove through the fence and into the streets. X10 heard the loud screeching echoing outside and realized they were getting away.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Dammit... I'm not letting them escape.</span><br/><br/>He ran outside into the wet street where he selected a car to hijack after them. He approached a blue car and punched through the drivers window, setting off the alarm. As an agent of the Order he was effectively drafting this civilian vehicle into service. But as he hotwired the the engine much to his frustration he realized he couldn't reach the peddles.<br/><br/>''Of all the obstructions...'' he muttered to himself, realizing he needed Ruse's help to give chase to the five."
822,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599,2014-11-21T05:05:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>""Okay, well then it's nice to meet you, Kyle Gardener."" Alice said enthusiastically, taking his hand rather roughly, and shaking it. She had no idea just how strong she was, but she was trying to be friendly. He asked for a drink... And according to her integrated manual for human behavior, she was supposed to be polite. So as not to be rude, she nodded and went looking for a drink. She remembered that Helen had been drinking something orange earlier, but she couldn't find it. So she walked into the bathroom where Natalia digitally said she had gone and found her.<br/><br/>""Hello, Ally."" she waved, feeling dandy, ""I'd just like to know, where did you put that orange liquid from earlier? The one you were drinking?"""
823,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599,2014-11-21T05:12:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22512069#p22512069"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>""Okay, well then it's nice to meet you, Kyle Gardener."" Alice said enthusiastically, taking his hand rather roughly, and shaking it. She had no idea just how strong she was, but she was trying to be friendly. He asked for a drink... And according to her integrated manual for human behavior, she was supposed to be polite. So as not to be rude, she nodded and went looking for a drink. She remembered that Helen had been drinking something orange earlier, but she couldn't find it. So she walked into the bathroom where Natalia digitally said she had gone and found her.<br/><br/>""Hello, Ally."" she waved, feeling dandy, ""I'd just like to know, where did you put that orange liquid from earlier? The one you were drinking?""</div></blockquote><br/>Kyle raised an eyebrow as she seemed to leave without a word. He suppose he should stay put, and she might be getting him that drink he was asking for. ""Was that... rude? ... Silvey really has screwed up my senses when it comes to... girls."" He muttered to himself quietly.<br/><br/>""Before that. We need to talk Alice."" Helen moved fast to the door around Alice. Helen closed the door swiftly though was careful not to slam it, her helmet off and a serious look on her face. She manoeuvred herself between the door and Alice. ""Alice... Who is that guy and why is he in my apartment?"" She had been planning to talk to her once Kyle had left, but he seemed to be sticking around."
824,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599,2014-11-21T05:14:00,Islamic Republic e Jariri,"<blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22511791#p22511791"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Islamic Republic e Jariri <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22511706#p22511706"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>''<span style=""font-style: italic"">None</span> at all...'' he replied, his mind filled with so many questions, especially on how she hadn't aged a day since he last saw her. <br/>But this was no apparent doppelganger it really was the same foul mouthed Jessica he had met ten years prior. She didn't appear to have outwardly aged whatsoever. He supposed that wasn't <span style=""font-style: italic"">too</span> surprising as he had encountered similar people like Jessica before who didn't age physically out of some kind of side-effect of their powers. She must have had just as many questions as for him as well. Like him she must have been a lot older than she appeared to be. That certainly did better explain why she... swore like an adult. <br/><br/>''Oh this...'' he said raising his arm up to show more bandages. ''Just a freak aircraft disaster, nothing I can't handle.''<br/><br/>That was a lie, or more of a half-truth. Something had gone badly wrong while he was inside the Red King's private jet. His healing had seemed to <span style=""font-style: italic"">slow</span> and for a moment it had completely paused. Judges from his bandages he must have been barely alive when Shiloh rescued him. His survival may have even have been more due to luck above anything else, though he didn't feel comfortable with that thought. What had happened back there and was it still in effect? <br/><br/>Back during the revolution in 2017 his healing ability had been exposed to Jessica though he kept the fact that he was an unaging immortal to himself and concealed his true age. Though now with her seeing him again after a decade and at the same physical age and taking into account his healing powers she may have pieced together the puzzle and figured out what he was.<br/><br/>''I expect your head is bursting with questions, but first and foremost, what are you doing here and what brings you to Washington?''</div></blockquote><br/>""No shit?"" She asked, she'd have to be pretty mad to survive a plane crash unscathed, though she remembered Damien's healing factor. ""Though, still, you should be able to shrug something like that off and get back up easily."" She commented, curious. Now she was seated, cross legged on the edge of the bed. <br/><br/>""Well, you can't exactly stay in the same orphanage for too long when your like me... Like us I suppose...Though I'd imagine you're quite a lot older."" She pointed out, seeing that Damien was similar to her and fitting a few of the pieces of the puzzle together. ""Plus, I was getting really fucking tired of Cansas... Wanted a change... so I just did what I always do. I packed up and left."" She explained. ""As for this hospital... girls gotta earn her pocket money somehow."" <br/><br/>She paused again, ""You're an Immortal aren't you...?"" She managed to talk to a lot of people on the road, heard some things about people who could never die. ""You certainly fit the bill so far...""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>''I am what I am,'' shrugged Damien with a small nervous smile.<br/><br/>He had his reasons not to openly declare his immortality, most importantly because he was in a public hospital, though he didn't think anyone was listening in on them.<br/>After all he was still what he was: a five-hundred-and-twenty-nine year old in the body of a ten year old child , and in most cases unaging and undying. He was also a member of a shadowy organization investigating the Washington Underworld and his step-brother was possessed by a former Forgotten who refused to pass on, and now his healing ability had apparently weakened somehow. He knew he'd have to address this if it turned out to be a long term issue.<br/><br/>Jessica's presence had brightened him up a little bit, and after ten years he was happy to see her again.<br/><br/>''Its funny, I've been meeting up with a lot of people from my past in this city,'' said Damien. ''Now I understand why some people call Washington the center of the world. So you work in this hospital? And they let you? Even though you're...''<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Still a little child...</span><br/><br/>''<span style=""font-style: italic"">Different</span>.''"
825,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599,2014-11-21T05:32:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Islamic Republic e Jariri <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22512112#p22512112"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22511791#p22511791"">wrote</a>:</cite>""No shit?"" She asked, she'd have to be pretty mad to survive a plane crash unscathed, though she remembered Damien's healing factor. ""Though, still, you should be able to shrug something like that off and get back up easily."" She commented, curious. Now she was seated, cross legged on the edge of the bed. <br/><br/>""Well, you can't exactly stay in the same orphanage for too long when your like me... Like us I suppose...Though I'd imagine you're quite a lot older."" She pointed out, seeing that Damien was similar to her and fitting a few of the pieces of the puzzle together. ""Plus, I was getting really fucking tired of Cansas... Wanted a change... so I just did what I always do. I packed up and left."" She explained. ""As for this hospital... girls gotta earn her pocket money somehow."" <br/><br/>She paused again, ""You're an Immortal aren't you...?"" She managed to talk to a lot of people on the road, heard some things about people who could never die. ""You certainly fit the bill so far...""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>''I am what I am,'' shrugged Damien with a small nervous smile. <br/><br/>He had his reasons not to openly declare his immortality, most importantly because he was in a public hospital, though he didn't think anyone was listening in on them. <br/>After all he was still what he was: a five-hundred-and-twenty-nine year old in the body of a ten year old child , and in most cases unaging and undying. He was also a member of a shadowy organization investigating the Washington Underworld and his step-brother was possessed by a former Forgotten who refused to pass on, and now his healing ability had apparently weakened somehow. He knew he'd have to address this if it turned out to be a long term issue. <br/><br/>Jessica's presence had brightened him up a little bit, and after ten years he was happy to see her again. <br/><br/>''Its funny, I've been meeting up with a lot of people from my past in this city,'' said Damien. ''Now I understand why some people call Washington the center of the world. So you work in this hospital? And they let you? Even though you're...'' <br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Still a little child...</span><br/><br/>''<span style=""font-style: italic"">Different</span>.''</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Evasive sack of...</span><br/><br/>""Eh. This really is just a small world. Sooner or later you're going to run into your past again...""<br/><br/>""Different? Is that your sorry attempt to not offend me."" She asked, raising an eyebrow. ""Yes. I am a little girl. Yes, I am still legally consider a child despite the fact I could rip a van in half with my bare hands."" Her hands balled into fists. Anger was in her voice, the bitterness as being forever a little child despite being capable of so much more. She calmed herself, sighing.<br/><br/>She shrugged. ""I know a doctor who works here. Plus I've studied medicine in my spare time so this helps with that. You'd be surprised how much free time you have when people think you're a little girl."" She sighed, ""Still, they won't let me near any actual doctor work. The most I'm allowed to do is clean things and wheel carts...""<br/><br/>She paused, shifting the focus back to Damien. ""My turn. Why we're you in a plane? Why did it crash and why are YOU here in Washington."
826,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599,2014-11-21T05:37:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Islamic Republic e Jariri <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22511950#p22511950"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22511425#p22511425"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Zachary Foster, 2013</span></span></div><br/>As X10 entered the pawn shop below, a magpie watched him closely, preening its wings every now and then. The rain didn't seem to be bothering it. Once the boy was out of view, inside the store, it jumped off of its perch and landed on the stairs leading to the pawn shop's front door. It stared with its beady black eyes into the hallway and morphed. Taller, less feathery.<br/>Zach smiled as he entered, closing the door behind him. He stood beneath shadows as he trailed the new recruit and eventually decided that he'd pop in. <br/><br/>""You weren't planning on keeping all the fun to yourself, were you, X10?"" he slyly asked as he stepped out of the shadows. His hands were hidden in his jacket's pocket.<br/><br/>With that grin on his face, it was obvious that he was here to irritate his squadmate. Or... He was just around to observe. He was always there. You never saw him until he made himself noticed. He walked casually to Damien's side, still smiling. <br/>""That was impressive, what you did earlier. Very. For an initiate, you're quite skilled."" he commented as his left hand lost its form and turned into a scimitar.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Zachary Foster aka Ruse...</span><br/><br/>''Still following me around I see,'' responded X10 with a calm tone, not turning back to look at him as he had already sensed Ruse's presence to be nearby. The Sanctioned Agent was also technically his superior, in many of their missions together Ruse tended to be the appointed leader as well while X10's main role in group missions was being the Strategist. But right now X10 was on a solo investigation, though protocol required him to inform other nearby members of any findings he could gather.<br/><br/>His eyes remained focused with a narrow expression, trying to get Ruse out of his head and focus on the mission.<br/><br/>''A pawn shop, its current state indicates that its fallen on hard times recently, and seems to be conducting a black market on firearms, likely in support of the rebels,'' he said relaying his findings to Ruse while walking forward ahead of him and passing through another door which led into the main room of the shop where several dusty items were put up on display.<br/><br/>Behind the counter stood a tough and beefy looking man who looked more like a butcher than a pawn shop dealer. <br/><br/>''No kids allowed, get out,'' he said while dusting a ship model. <br/><br/>''Do you sell guns?'' asked X10, approaching the edge of the counter.<br/><br/>''Of course not! I run a respectable business-'' <br/><br/>''May we please be granted access into the storage room behind you?'' interrupted X10, who didn't know what irritated him more: his 'superior' Ruse or this lying fat guy who was obviously hiding something.<br/><br/>''Like hell I will, now scram the both of you!'' shrieked the man, completely oblivious to the fact that these two 'kids' were actually Sanctioned agents of the Order. <br/><br/>''You've just raised the bar of suspicion sir, please move aside, <span style=""font-style: italic"">now</span>,''<br/><br/>The man froze momentarily, stunned by the no-nonsense look X10 was giving him, a look that threatened to break his legs if he didn't comply. He turned his head at Zach, now confused. <br/><br/>''Who- who the hell are you kids?'' he said while slowly backing away towards the storage room behind him. X10 continued to gaze at him suspiciously. Beads of sweat were breaking out from his brow as he struggled to keep his cool. As the two Sanctioned agents continued keeping their eyes fixed on his position he suddenly emitted a loud yell before raising a handgun at their direction.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">BANG! BANG! BANG!</span><br/><br/>X10 was struck through the center of his forehead and his body collapsed back against the wooden floorboards. The fat man then sprung into the storage room behind him and locked it from the inside. <br/><br/>''Guys... we've been busted.''<br/><br/>There were four other people inside the 'store room' which was actually an underground gun factory. <br/><br/>''S**t,'' said one of them before loading a makeshift AK-47. <br/><br/>The others began to arm themselves as well then fled through the backdoor into the alleyway. Meanwhile X10's wound healed and he revived with his teeth gritting. He was looking forward to catching that fat man and whatever accomplices he may have. <br/><br/>Outside in the alleyway the five black market dealers rushed into a large silver car and drove through the fence and into the streets. X10 heard the loud screeching echoing outside and realized they were getting away.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Dammit... I'm not letting them escape.</span><br/><br/>He ran outside into the wet street where he selected a car to hijack after them. He approached a blue car and punched through the drivers window, setting off the alarm. As an agent of the Order he was effectively drafting this civilian vehicle into service. But as he hotwired the the engine much to his frustration he realized he couldn't reach the peddles. <br/><br/>''Of all the obstructions...'' he muttered to himself, realizing he needed Ruse's help to give chase to the five.</div></blockquote><br/>Suddenly X10 might hear the sound of two feet landing onto the car and an odd smell of fresh blood. We're he to look to the window on the right he would see the familiar face of agent Ghast upside down, blood still on her lips and lower face. ""Hungry"" Was all she offered in way of explanation for her acting as reinforcements. She looked at him, then at the car. She hopped off elegantly, and tried the back door, getting in if it opened. ""I don't mind if you want to deal with them yourself. I merely need sustenance.""<br/><br/>""Who are we hunting?"" She asked, evidently she was merely drawn there by the idea of sating her hunger. She had tried snacking on a cat on the way here, but it didn't seem to have worked."
827,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599,2014-11-21T05:42:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>""Who's Silvey?""asked Natalia as she came up the stairs carrying a box that she shouldn't have been able to lift. ""Your girlfriend?""<br/><br/>Alice looked confused as Helen zipped around her and shut the bathroom door. Why was she hiding here in the first place?<span style=""font-style: italic"">Oh, wait...</span>Alice remembered.<span style=""font-style: italic"">We're keeping a secret.</span>To Helen's question, she shrugged and giggled.<br/>""That's Kyle. He's a gardener... I mean, uhm... His name's Kyle Gardener."" she tried to explain, laughing nervously at the end.<br/><br/>""Anyway,"" she continued, looking away from Helen, ""I kind of bumped into him, and he offered to help me move stuff... So I said 'yes' and now I'm getting him a drink. That's the polite thing to do, right?.. Right?"""
828,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=25,2014-11-21T05:55:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22512231#p22512231"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>""Who's Silvey?""asked Natalia as she came up the stairs carrying a box that she shouldn't have been able to lift. ""Your girlfriend?""<br/><br/>Alice looked confused as Helen zipped around her and shut the bathroom door. Why was she hiding here in the first place? <span style=""font-style: italic"">Oh, wait...</span> Alice remembered. <span style=""font-style: italic"">We're keeping a secret.</span> To Helen's question, she shrugged and giggled. <br/>""That's Kyle. He's a gardener... I mean, uhm... His name's Kyle Gardener."" she tried to explain, laughing nervously at the end.<br/><br/>""Anyway,"" she continued, looking away from Helen, ""I kind of bumped into him, and he offered to help me move stuff... So I said 'yes' and now I'm getting him a drink. That's the polite thing to do, right?.. Right?""</div></blockquote><br/>""EX- Girlfriend thankfully."" He said quickly, shuddering slightly. ""She was... something else. The break up was especially traumatic..."" He forced himself not to think about it, but failed. ""I had never seen that much blood in my life before.""<br/><br/>He looked to her. ""Sorry. I probably sound crazy."" He replied, seeming a little out of it ever since he mentioned 'Silvey' ""Kyle. My name is Kyle.""<br/><br/>Helen sighed, putting her palm to her face. Logic and common sense made her want to hurl Kyle out, Natalia and Alice, but something stopped her. She found even despite the intrusion of Kyle she needed human... or android company, having shut herself out too long. Besides, she had to think of Alice. Perhaps a boyfriend would help work out the kinks in her system.<br/><br/>""It is."" She replied. ""Fridge, middle shelf. Should be right next to the milk: the tall white carton with a cartoon cow on it."" She then paused. ""Relax. If your nervous, you'll make him nervous. Just... act natural."" She then opened the door, waiting for her to step through. She flashed as comforting a smile she could make, though it looked a little unnatural and forced."
829,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=25,2014-11-21T06:52:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Zachary Foster, 2013</span></span></div><br/>After entering, Zach pretty much just followed after X10, seemingly disinterested in the other things in the room. He stood up straight as the man behind the counter spoke and gradually became more nervous. This early on, he already wanted to punch the guy's face, but he let the new guy handle it. He looked rather surprised however, when the man pulled a gun and fired off.<br/>Zach was hit twice, in the shoulder and in his torso. The bullet that entered his torso was promptly dismantled and consumed.<br/><br/>""Tasty..."" he mumbled as the hole in his jacket was filled again with what looked like cloth.<br/><br/>He walked casually outside following X10 towards the blue car. He always felt strange acting this way. Normally, he was nice and very friendly. But when he was with his squadmates, he had to act... Blank and cold. It was unfair. For the two, at least.<br/>They didn't have the freedom to think and decide otherwise. Though it was for the better. They would probably be put off somewhere if they refused to be Sanctioned. Zach entered the car after X10, going as slow as possible, being his annoying Sanctioned self. Once he was inside, he looked down at X10's feet.<br/><br/>""Too bad."" he said and laughed. Then he asked, ""Do you wanna drive, or shoot?""<br/><br/>Before X10 could give an answer, there was a light thump coming from above. Zach tipped his head back reflexively, but knew who it was on top of the car. She entered a few seconds later, saying she needed to be fed. That was easy. Zach liked feeding the animals. Especially the predators...<br/><br/>""Oh, nobody too special."" Zach smirked back at Ghast. ""Just a fat guy and some other rebellion cronies."""
830,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=25,2014-11-21T08:45:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>""Alright then."" nodded Alice, flashing a thumbs-up as she left the bathroom. She hummed as she waltzed over to the fridge, bumping into it and causing it to shake. ""Oops!"" she covered her mouth, grabbing it to keep it from falling. She swept her hand over her forehead in relief once the fridge was back on its four legs again. She opened it, searched for the cartoon cow and found the orange juice where Helen said it would be. Alice brought it out to Kyle a bit after Natalia replied.<br/><br/>""Natalia."" she had said, shaking Kyle's hand, holding the box up with one arm. ""I don't see how breaking-up is so hard... Though I've never done it before... So I guess there's no way I could.""<br/><br/>Alice brought Kyle the juice, but wasn't aware that one needed a glass, unless you wanted to drink from the jug. She handed it to him, smiling sweetly."
831,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=25,2014-11-21T11:15:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Evans Siblings, 2027</span></span></div><br/>After a while in a nearby general store, Mia Evans finally decided what she was going to get for those orphans. Surely they were distressed. Traumatized, even. They had survived a plane crash without their parents. She sighed as she felt a wave of sympathy pass over her, clearly unaware of who she was worrying about at the moment. Her brother Matthew walked up behind her with a chocolate bar. He stared at her as she stood there, staring at the ice lollies in the paper bag she'd been given.<br/><br/>""Mia?.. You alright?"" he asked, taking a bite out of his chocolate bar.<br/><br/>Surprised, Mia whipped her head back at her brother and simply nodded. Matthew frowned, but decided not to go any further on the matter. He jerked his head towards the exit and walked down the aisle. Mia followed her brother outside soon after, wondering when she would be called up for another job. The orphanage she worked for was calling her constantly, since she'd told them to ring her whenever they needed something badly. Honestly, she didn't mind. She and her brothers had more than enough for themselves. They were willing to share.<br/><br/>""Man, you're slow!"" called Matt teasingly, getting into his convertible. He'd bought it sometime ago, before he moved with Mia and Mitchell to Washington. For a while, he'd been away, helping his sister gather money to sustain themselves.<br/><br/>""Shut up, dork!"" Mia snapped at him, throwing the door on her side open. She stepped inside and placed the bag beside her. As she fixed her hair, Matt decided to have a look at what his sister had purchased. Upon seeing, he frowned and looked up at her, pointing at the bag.<br/><br/>""What's all that for?"" he asked, one eyebrow raised. Mia slapped his hand away from the bag, glaring at him.<br/><br/>""It's for work."" she said flatly, tying her hair into a long ponytail. It was getting hot, and the least she wanted to be was sweaty. The pony always worked for this weather, anyway. She didn't want her hair to be fluttering all over her when Matt started driving either. Matthew only nodded, shrugged, then started the car. His sister asked him to take her to the hospital, so that's just where they went. After dropping Mia off, Matt left to visit his twin, Mitchell.<br/><br/>Mitch lay in a fairly large bed, for him and his brother, in the fourth floor of a newly painted white building. It looked very modern. Clean on the inside and the outside. This was what Mia and Matt were able to gather up over the years since Mitch faded off into his coma. Matt hurried inside, greeted their housekeeper, then headed upstairs. There were tubes leading to a mask on Mitchell's face, helping him breath through an oxygen tank that stood by the bed.<br/><br/>""Hey, Mitch."" Matt said, walking over to the edge of the bed. Though his brother wasn't responding, he kept on talking. ""I got your favorite... But... You wouldn't eat it anyway, so I'll have it instead, alright?""<br/><br/>Still no response. Matthew took off his shirt and grabbed a new one. Once changed, he moved to his side of the bed and lay down there. The doctor would be over soon to check on Mitchell. He was supposed to do so every day. Then eventually, they'd move him to a hospital room or something. That way he was safer. Better cared for. Even if it meant he had to be away from his siblings.<br/><br/>Matthew sighed, placing his hands behind his head and placing one foot over the other. He and his twin had gotten way taller since that time... He hated having to remember, but seeing Mitchell on the bed, motionless, quiet... It brought back memories... Matt took a deep breath and shook his head. No use getting mad over it now. It'd happened, and there was no reversing it. It could have been worse...<br/><br/>""I miss you, bro..."" whispered Matt almost tearfully, looking over to his left. He was older now, but he couldn't help it, and he wasn't ashamed. There was no reason to be ashamed. ""When are you going to come back?.. It's been way too long... Look at all the years we could've spent doing other things!.. We could've lived better lives... Dammit..."" he said, tempted to shake Mitchell awake, but he knew it never worked. He'd done it several times before, in frustration and anger.<br/><br/>With a deep sigh of regret and disappointment, Matthew closed his eyes and slept, dreaming that he was around 13 again, playing with Mitchell on a rooftop while their sister made their beds. For the rest of the afternoon he had the same type of dreams, but at some point, a woman dressed in black approached him and Mitchell. She lured them in, and kissed Mitchell on the forehead. He fell unconscious. Matt tried to run to him, but he couldn't move. He was running, but getting nowhere.<br/><br/>In fright, Matthew sat up suddenly in bed, his chest pounding. He touched his face and realized he'd been crying in his sleep. Utterly pissed, he tore his goggles away from his face and tossed them on to the floor. He wouldn't be sleeping again until Mia got home..."
832,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=25,2014-11-21T15:32:00,Islamic Republic e Jariri,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">2013</span></div><br/><br/>''No time to waste, we must catch up to them,<span style=""font-style: italic"">now</span>!'' exclaimed Damien as he moved over to the next seat, letting Zach take the wheel. The tires screeched as they gave chase to the fat man and his gun cruising crew. Leaning out from his window, he pointed a semi-automatic pistol and their direction.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG!</span><br/><br/>The silver car's outer plating turned out to be bulletproof and four guns protruded out of its windows and opened fire while still driving at high speed. A spray of bullets came their way and X10 promptly took cover by ducking, dodging the barrage of bullet that penetrated through the front window. Shards of broken glass was coated all over the front seats of the car.<br/><br/>''We need to get closer...'' he said before before closing his eyes and focusing on his sixth sense.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Concentrate... connect with your surroundings... become aware...</span><br/><br/>His eyes suddenly opened wide and he had a new idea. ''Ruse, take a right through the alleyway, we can intercept ahead of them!''<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Screetch!</span></span><br/><br/><br/>Knocking through several trash cans along the narrow alleyway they eventually came up to a road ahead, and from their left approached the silver car, its occupiers obviously surprised to see the three having cut across their route. But they still had their guns, including a grenade launcher which the fat man aimed for the car.<br/><br/>''Ghast, can you neutralize the vehicle?'' asked Damien, his right fist clenched, knowing there was only a split second left to react."
833,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=25,2014-11-22T05:17:00,Islamic Republic e Jariri,"<blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22512196#p22512196"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Islamic Republic e Jariri <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22512112#p22512112"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>''I am what I am,'' shrugged Damien with a small nervous smile. <br/><br/>He had his reasons not to openly declare his immortality, most importantly because he was in a public hospital, though he didn't think anyone was listening in on them. <br/>After all he was still what he was: a five-hundred-and-twenty-nine year old in the body of a ten year old child , and in most cases unaging and undying. He was also a member of a shadowy organization investigating the Washington Underworld and his step-brother was possessed by a former Forgotten who refused to pass on, and now his healing ability had apparently weakened somehow. He knew he'd have to address this if it turned out to be a long term issue. <br/><br/>Jessica's presence had brightened him up a little bit, and after ten years he was happy to see her again. <br/><br/>''Its funny, I've been meeting up with a lot of people from my past in this city,'' said Damien. ''Now I understand why some people call Washington the center of the world. So you work in this hospital? And they let you? Even though you're...'' <br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Still a little child...</span><br/><br/>''<span style=""font-style: italic"">Different</span>.''</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Evasive sack of...</span><br/><br/>""Eh. This really is just a small world. Sooner or later you're going to run into your past again..."" <br/><br/>""Different? Is that your sorry attempt to not offend me."" She asked, raising an eyebrow. ""Yes. I am a little girl. Yes, I am still legally consider a child despite the fact I could rip a van in half with my bare hands."" Her hands balled into fists. Anger was in her voice, the bitterness as being forever a little child despite being capable of so much more. She calmed herself, sighing. <br/><br/>She shrugged. ""I know a doctor who works here. Plus I've studied medicine in my spare time so this helps with that. You'd be surprised how much free time you have when people think you're a little girl."" She sighed, ""Still, they won't let me near any actual doctor work. The most I'm allowed to do is clean things and wheel carts..."" <br/><br/>She paused, shifting the focus back to Damien. ""My turn. Why we're you in a plane? Why did it crash and why are YOU here in Washington.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>''I like flying, the boy lying on the bed next to me blew off one of the turbine engines, his girlfriend by the way saved my life thanks to carrots, and I'm here to go to school and lead a normal life,'' he replied, having answered all three of her questions in one sentence and added some extra trivia to it.<br/><br/>''That and I was investigating tracking down the city's most notorious kingpin, whose dead now by the way and I owe it all to the truck driver to killed this boy's mother and made him get fitted with a prosthetic elbow.''<br/><br/>He had actually researched Shiloh's surname on the web, hoping to find something of note and did: an old news article that supported his earlier deduction of Shiloh being the victim of a road accident, along the way he had learnt of how there was only a single causality, that of a woman, the boy's mother. It was a good thing Shiloh was unconscious, otherwise he would have probably blown a fuse and literally try to incinerate him for making light about his dark and tragic past.<br/><br/>Damien's 'deductive mode' was also his preferred way to alleviate his own personal stress, and he viewed the activity as psychologically constructive. He didn't always understand why others weren't so keen on it. Like that barista he met at the Cafe Xpress.<br/><br/>''Now, judging for your current appearance I'd say you've been doing a lot of-''<br/><br/>Suddenly the doors to their room swung open and an older doctor holding a stethoscope. It was Dr Scott Martin, head of Ward B where Damien and Shiloh were being kept. Damien's eyes widened he analysed a vast sample of information related to the man.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Dark formations under eyes indicate insufficient sleep hours, the strong odour of coffee from his mouth helps assert that, it specifically smells vaguely like the Chai latte beverage, which means he's fond of Indian cuisine, maybe he did medical work there abroad, the crease marks around his lab coat does suggest he packed it recently rather than having hung it, so he must have been travelling abroad, and there's a cut to his lower lip, its fineness makes it certain that it was inflicted by a blade, perhaps by a surgical one? His skin tone however doesn't seem that tanned for staying in a place as sunny as India, was he extra thorough with the sunblock? Somehow that doesn't feel in place...</span><br/><br/>''Ah good, one of you is awake,'' said Dr Martin as he approached Damien and placed a stethoscope to his chest.<br/>''Just a quick check to make sure your heart didn't take any damage...''<br/><br/>''Excuse me doctor but how did you get that scar on your lip? Was it a surgical accident while you were abroad, in India?''<br/><br/>The doctor stopped checking his heartbeat and stood upwards, confused. ''How did you know I was abroad?''<br/><br/>''Was it charity work abroad, with you having just returned recently? That's why your tired isn't it?''<br/><br/>''Well, um yes. I was doing work abroad, yes and I haven't got much sleep these days but I wasn't in India, I was in the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Bengal</span>. That was a close guess though.''<br/><br/>''Oh...'' said Damien, with a slightly disappointed look out of being wrong about something. ''Norther Bengal I presume?''<br/><br/>''Indeed, close to the border of Bhutan. How did you know?''<br/><br/>''You had the smell of Indian coffee on you and your overall appearance suggested you had traveled, especially thanks to your creased lab coat and your eyes indicated that hadn't been getting much sleep, I assumed you went to India but was confused as to your lack of a tan, but when you mentioned the Bengal I realized you must have been in a colder region of the Indian subcontinent, likely Northern Bengal. But what I still don't understand is that cut, it doesn't look fresh so I assume its from your trip abroad?''<br/><br/>''Yes, it<span style=""font-style: italic"">is</span>, but I'm afraid the event is too embarassing for me to want to recall. Anyway that was remarkable what you just did, maybe when you grow up you'll be a policeman or a detective.''<br/><br/>''Probably both,'' smiled Damien.<br/><br/>''Well, your heart seems normal, I'll check on you two again later, hopefully your brother there will wake up soon,'' said the doctor before turning towards Jessica.<br/><br/>''Good to see you keeping these boys company,'' he smiled before walking out of the room.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">My brother? They think he's my older brother? Did they pair us for orphans?</span>"
834,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=25,2014-11-22T07:56:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Evans Siblings / Shiloh Haverfield</span></span></div><br/>Because the paramedics who brought Damien and Shiloh couldn't identify them or the corpses on the plane, the two were now seen as orphans unless someone came to pick them up. Unfortunately, Shiloh's grandparents were at home, either sleeping or watching the telly while sleeping. Down below, at the hospital reception desk, Mia Evans once again asked the lady in charge about the most recent patients who were survivors of a plane crash. She politely pointed her in the right direction and smiled as Mia walked away with her gift. As she stepped into the elevator, she got a call from Matthew.<br/><br/>""Hey, sis. Still at the hospital?"" he asked, the sound of his car starting up meant he was on his way somewhere.<br/><br/>Mia nodded, checking her watch. ""Yeah. Going somewhere?""<br/><br/>""I'm bored... Mitch isn't talking to me. I'll drive over so that you won't have to call and wait later."" he told her, holding the phone to his ear with one hand as he drove. The convertible was sleek and quick, and Mia hated it for that. But she didn't have a choice. She didn't have a car of her own and wasn't looking to get one anytime soon.<br/><br/>""Alright... Thanks."" was all Mia could say. Until now she was surprised at Matt's change of behavior. Ever since they partially lost Mitchell he'd been changing... For the better, anyway. Even though it was good, Mia knew it was hard for him. It was going against who he was. Mitchell was supposed to be the responsible one, but now he was just... There. Matt said goodbye and hang up, and so did Mia. She sighed as she waited for the elevator to reach her floor. It took a moment before she was aware that the doors had opened. Luckily, a nurse held it for her before she stepped out.<br/><br/>Slightly embarrassed, she hurried down the corridor and almost missed the room she was looking for. She knocked first before entering. There was a girl with blond hair inside, and what Mia found in her mind was... Astounding. She winced at hearing all the funny words and insults she had prepared for any situation. This girl was talking to that other boy. The one who reminded her of a certain someone that made Matt's blood boil. She looked over him at the kid who looked like her brothers, but realized that his hair color was of a slightly lighter shade. Mia waved at the blond girl as she walked closer to the bed, keeping her eyes on her.<br/><br/>""Excuse me.. I'm just here to visit.. I'm a social worker, you see... And, I heard that these two boys were--"" she gestured and looked at Damien. And froze. ""Uhhmm..."" she shook her head, looked at the girl, then back at Damien. ""What the fu--?"" she almost cursed, but inaudibly. Who was this boy? Why did he look like... Unless... No, she had to keep her cool.<br/>""Sorry about that."" she told Jessica, smiling nervously. She brought the ice lollies out of the bag she had and placed them on the bedside table. ""I uhh... Remembered something important."" Mia refused to believe that this kid was Damien, simply because she was sure he'd gone far off. She tried reading his mind, and got that same blank set. It couldn't be..."
835,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=25,2014-11-22T08:43:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Islamic Republic e Jariri <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22523795#p22523795"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22512196#p22512196"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-style: italic"">Evasive sack of...</span><br/><br/>""Eh. This really is just a small world. Sooner or later you're going to run into your past again..."" <br/><br/>""Different? Is that your sorry attempt to not offend me."" She asked, raising an eyebrow. ""Yes. I am a little girl. Yes, I am still legally consider a child despite the fact I could rip a van in half with my bare hands."" Her hands balled into fists. Anger was in her voice, the bitterness as being forever a little child despite being capable of so much more. She calmed herself, sighing. <br/><br/>She shrugged. ""I know a doctor who works here. Plus I've studied medicine in my spare time so this helps with that. You'd be surprised how much free time you have when people think you're a little girl."" She sighed, ""Still, they won't let me near any actual doctor work. The most I'm allowed to do is clean things and wheel carts..."" <br/><br/>She paused, shifting the focus back to Damien. ""My turn. Why we're you in a plane? Why did it crash and why are YOU here in Washington.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>''I like flying, the boy lying on the bed next to me blew off one of the turbine engines, his girlfriend by the way saved my life thanks to carrots, and I'm here to go to school and lead a normal life,'' he replied, having answered all three of her questions in one sentence and added some extra trivia to it. <br/><br/>''That and I was investigating tracking down the city's most notorious kingpin, whose dead now by the way and I owe it all to the truck driver to killed this boy's mother and made him get fitted with a prosthetic elbow.'' <br/><br/>He had actually researched Shiloh's surname on the web, hoping to find something of note and did: an old news article that supported his earlier deduction of Shiloh being the victim of a road accident, along the way he had learnt of how there was only a single causality, that of a woman, the boy's mother. It was a good thing Shiloh was unconscious, otherwise he would have probably blown a fuse and literally try to incinerate him for making light about his dark and tragic past.<br/><br/>Damien's 'deductive mode' was also his preferred way to alleviate his own personal stress, and he viewed the activity as psychologically constructive. He didn't always understand why others weren't so keen on it. Like that barista he met at the Cafe Xpress.<br/><br/>''Now, judging for your current appearance I'd say you've been doing a lot of-''<br/><br/>Suddenly the doors to their room swung open and an older doctor holding a stethoscope. It was Dr Scott Martin, head of Ward B where Damien and Shiloh were being kept. Damien's eyes widened he analysed a vast sample of information related to the man. <br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Dark formations under eyes indicate insufficient sleep hours, the strong odour of coffee from his mouth helps assert that, it specifically smells vaguely like the Chai latte beverage, which means he's fond of Indian cuisine, maybe he did medical work there abroad, the crease marks around his lab coat does suggest he packed it recently rather than having hung it, so he must have been travelling abroad, and there's a cut to his lower lip, its fineness makes it certain that it was inflicted by a blade, perhaps by a surgical one? His skin tone however doesn't seem that tanned for staying in a place as sunny as India, was he extra thorough with the sunblock? Somehow that doesn't feel in place...</span><br/><br/>''Ah good, one of you is awake,'' said Dr Martin as he approached Damien and placed a stethoscope to his chest. <br/>''Just a quick check to make sure your heart didn't take any damage...''<br/><br/>''Excuse me doctor but how did you get that scar on your lip? Was it a surgical accident while you were abroad, in India?''<br/><br/>The doctor stopped checking his heartbeat and stood upwards, confused. ''How did you know I was abroad?''<br/><br/>''Was it charity work abroad, with you having just returned recently? That's why your tired isn't it?''<br/><br/>''Well, um yes. I was doing work abroad, yes and I haven't got much sleep these days but I wasn't in India, I was in the <span style=""font-style: italic"">Bengal</span>. That was a close guess though.''<br/><br/>''Oh...'' said Damien, with a slightly disappointed look out of being wrong about something. ''Norther Bengal I presume?''<br/><br/>''Indeed, close to the border of Bhutan. How did you know?''<br/><br/>''You had the smell of Indian coffee on you and your overall appearance suggested you had traveled, especially thanks to your creased lab coat and your eyes indicated that hadn't been getting much sleep, I assumed you went to India but was confused as to your lack of a tan, but when you mentioned the Bengal I realized you must have been in a colder region of the Indian subcontinent, likely Northern Bengal. But what I still don't understand is that cut, it doesn't look fresh so I assume its from your trip abroad?''<br/><br/> ''Yes, it <span style=""font-style: italic"">is</span>, but I'm afraid the event is too embarassing for me to want to recall. Anyway that was remarkable what you just did, maybe when you grow up you'll be a policeman or a detective.''<br/><br/>''Probably both,'' smiled Damien. <br/><br/>''Well, your heart seems normal, I'll check on you two again later, hopefully your brother there will wake up soon,'' said the doctor before turning towards Jessica. <br/><br/>''Good to see you keeping these boys company,'' he smiled before walking out of the room.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">My brother? They think he's my older brother? Did they pair us for orphans?</span></div></blockquote><br/>""There's not much else for me to do."" She responded flippantly once the doctor had left. Sighing exasperatedly before she got back to Damien. ""So, anyway, what we're you going to say?"" she asked, always<span style=""font-style: italic"">loving</span>Damien's deductions, especially when about her. Though she pretended to hate them, she found them somewhat intriguing. She made herself a little more comfortable, when another person came in.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22524390#p22524390"">wrote</a>:</cite>Slightly embarrassed, she hurried down the corridor and almost missed the room she was looking for. She knocked first before entering. There was a girl with blond hair inside, and what Mia found in her mind was... Astounding. She winced at hearing all the funny words and insults she had prepared for any situation. This girl was talking to that other boy. The one who reminded her of a certain someone that made Matt's blood boil. She looked over him at the kid who looked like her brothers, but realized that his hair color was of a slightly lighter shade. Mia waved at the blond girl as she walked closer to the bed, keeping her eyes on her.<br/><br/>""Excuse me.. I'm just here to visit.. I'm a social worker, you see... And, I heard that these two boys were--"" she gestured and looked at Damien. And froze. ""Uhhmm..."" she shook her head, looked at the girl, then back at Damien. ""What the fu--?"" she almost cursed, but inaudibly. Who was this boy? Why did he look like... Unless... No, she had to keep her cool.<br/>""Sorry about that."" she told Jessica, smiling nervously. She brought the ice lollies out of the bag she had and placed them on the bedside table. ""I uhh... Remembered something important."" Mia refused to believe that this kid was Damien, simply because she was sure he'd gone far off. She tried reading his mind, and got that same blank set. It couldn't be...</div></blockquote><br/>""Another one of your friends Somerfield?"" Jessica asked Damien while looking at Mia, it wasn't hard to guess that this newcomer knew Damien, mostly from what he had said about meeting old friends here and the look of pure shock on her face and the feeble excuse. ""You were about to say fuck now weren't you...?"" She asked with a grin, which soon faded to an unimpressed frown. ""Don't bother apologising for profanity, believe me the both of us have heard and in my case used far worse.""<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Islamic Republic e Jariri <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22517035#p22517035"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">2013</span></div><br/><br/>''No time to waste, we must catch up to them, <span style=""font-style: italic"">now</span>!'' exclaimed Damien as he moved over to the next seat, letting Zach take the wheel. The tires screeched as they gave chase to the fat man and his gun cruising crew. Leaning out from his window, he pointed a semi-automatic pistol and their direction.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG!</span><br/><br/>The silver car's outer plating turned out to be bulletproof and four guns protruded out of its windows and opened fire while still driving at high speed. A spray of bullets came their way and X10 promptly took cover by ducking, dodging the barrage of bullet that penetrated through the front window. Shards of broken glass was coated all over the front seats of the car. <br/><br/>''We need to get closer...'' he said before before closing his eyes and focusing on his sixth sense. <br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Concentrate... connect with your surroundings... become aware...</span><br/><br/>His eyes suddenly opened wide and he had a new idea. ''Ruse, take a right through the alleyway, we can intercept ahead of them!''<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Screetch!</span></span><br/><br/><br/>Knocking through several trash cans along the narrow alleyway they eventually came up to a road ahead, and from their left approached the silver car, its occupiers obviously surprised to see the three having cut across their route. But they still had their guns, including a grenade launcher which the fat man aimed for the car. <br/><br/>''Ghast, can you neutralize the vehicle?'' asked Damien, his right fist clenched, knowing there was only a split second left to react.</div></blockquote><br/>Ghast quickly climbed to the roof, a dangerous smile on her face. She used her enhanced strength and retracted and dug in her claws to help her hold onto the roof. She had an idea. One that could likely kill her, but it was her duty and the will of the Order had to be done at any cost. Plus... the fat one looked delicious...<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22513264#p22513264"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>""Alright then."" nodded Alice, flashing a thumbs-up as she left the bathroom. She hummed as she waltzed over to the fridge, bumping into it and causing it to shake. ""Oops!"" she covered her mouth, grabbing it to keep it from falling. She swept her hand over her forehead in relief once the fridge was back on its four legs again. She opened it, searched for the cartoon cow and found the orange juice where Helen said it would be. Alice brought it out to Kyle a bit after Natalia replied.<br/><br/>""Natalia."" she had said, shaking Kyle's hand, holding the box up with one arm. ""I don't see how breaking-up is so hard... Though I've never done it before... So I guess there's no way I could.""<br/><br/>Alice brought Kyle the juice, but wasn't aware that one needed a glass, unless you wanted to drink from the jug. She handed it to him, smiling sweetly.</div></blockquote><br/>""Even with people who aren't Silvey it's hard."" He replied honestly. ""But... sometimes a relationship just dosen't work out..."" He then turned his attention to Alice. He looked at the orange juice for a second a realised there was no cup. He just shrugged and twisted off the cap and drank from it directly, supposing it would be rude to ask for a cup after that. ""Thank you... I was really thirsty...""<br/><br/>""So... you two the only one's living here? This apartment building looks pretty... empty."""
836,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=25,2014-11-22T09:10:00,Islamic Republic e Jariri,"<blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22524713#p22524713"">wrote</a>:</cite>""There's not much else for me to do."" She responded flippantly once the doctor had left. Sighing exasperatedly before she got back to Damien. ""So, anyway, what we're you going to say?"" she asked, always <span style=""font-style: italic"">loving</span> Damien's deductions, especially when about her. Though she pretended to hate them, she found them somewhat intriguing. She made herself a little more comfortable, when another person came in. </div></blockquote><br/><br/>Damien sighed and picked up his coffee mug again to take another sip.<br/><br/>''Well I pieced together from the markings on your-''<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22524390#p22524390"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Excuse me.. I'm just here to visit.. I'm a social worker, you see... And, I heard that these two boys were--"" she gestured and looked at Damien. And froze. ""Uhhmm..."" she shook her head, looked at the girl, then back at Damien. ""What the fu--?"" she almost cursed, but inaudibly. Who was this boy? Why did he look like... Unless... No, she had to keep her cool.<br/>""Sorry about that."" she told Jessica, smiling nervously. She brought the ice lollies out of the bag she had and placed them on the bedside table. ""I uhh... Remembered something important."" Mia refused to believe that this kid was Damien, simply because she was sure he'd gone far off. She tried reading his mind, and got that same blank set. It couldn't be...</div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>""Another one of your friends Somerfield?"" Jessica asked Damien while looking at Mia, it wasn't hard to guess that this newcomer knew Damien, mostly from what he had said about meeting old friends here and the look of pure shock on her face and the feeble excuse. ""You were about to say fuck now weren't you...?"" She asked with a grin, which soon faded to an unimpressed frown. ""Don't bother apologising for profanity, believe me the both of us have heard and in my case used far worse."" </div></blockquote><br/><br/>This time he almost instantly recognized the person coming through the door. At first his expression remained the same, before it began to hit him slowly and his hand holding the mug began to shake slightly. He realized he knew who that social worker was, but he couldn't believe it; he didn't<span style=""font-style: italic"">want</span>to believe it. It couldn't be; it shouldn't be, had his eyes deceived him?<br/><br/>The image of his recent hallucinogenic apparition of the Masked Man and his three heads came back to him. His face almost went pale as a ghost and his forearms felt numb and his fingers simply let the mug in his hand drop and shatter against the floor. A pool of black coffee spread under the side of the bed and Damien was sitting as still as a statue. That social worker was Mia Evans, after seven years he could still recognize her. What was it with Washington City constantly making him meet up with people he hadn't seen in years? It was getting eerie: first Rei, then Quicksilver, then O'Hara, and then Jessica, and now Mia. Could her brothers also be in the city? Mitchell included?<br/><br/>''Center... of the world...'' his lips quivered. He had never expected to see her or her brothers again, not since the incident in Millersville. Why did she have to come to Washington of all places? This city really must have been the center of a surprisingly small world.<br/><br/>''Mia... Mia Evans?'' he gasped, surprised the name no longer brought tears to his eyes anymore. Perhaps a part of him really had moved on. But now she was back in his life and he struggled to block out the painful and traumatic memories of his experiences in Millersville seven years ago."
837,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=25,2014-11-22T09:32:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Evans Siblings</span></span></div><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Somerfield?.. Oh God..</span>thought Mia, blinking rapidly. She felt a lump in her throat as she continued to dismiss the thought. This boy?.. No way..<br/><br/>Turning slowly to Jessica, she nodded. ""Yeah. F*ck."" she said, looking down at Damien. He dropped his mug of coffee and she took a wide step backwards to keep her white shoes from getting all brown and sticky. Mia covered her mouth in shock, standing there before she grabbed a cloth from a rack nearby and quickly cleaned up the mess, picking up the pieces of glass with the cloth. Once she was standing up again, she eyed Damien. She honestly hoped not to see him again, though she wondered from time to time how he was doing. When the boy mentioned her name, her jaw tightened. Mia took a deep breath and looked at him straight in the eyes.<br/><br/>""Yes.. Damien.. It's me.."" she said softly, still in a state of disbelief. ""You haven't grown a f*cking bit."" she shook her head and gritted her teeth, suppressing what anger was left in her, but letting it flow out slowly to keep from... Overdoing it. Before she felt not anger at all. But seeing him now, and recognizing him. Mia realized that it was very different."
838,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=25,2014-11-22T09:51:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine, 2027 </span></span></div><br/>Alice nodded to Kyle, acknowledging his thanks.<br/>""Uhmm..."" she put a finger on her chin. She was deciding on what answer she was to give Kyle. ""Yes... As you've seen... We were just moving in."" she told him, wondering who the hell Silvey was.<br/><br/>She had watched as he chugged the juice from the mug, smiling all the while. It seemed so normal to her, even as earlier, Helen had drunk from a glass.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Ridiculous</span>, thought Natasha.<span style=""font-style: italic"">She's clueless. Well, it's not her job to do research about these things anyway.</span>she shrugged and set down the box she'd had and went back downstairs, leaving Alice with Kyle."
839,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=25,2014-11-22T10:30:00,Islamic Republic e Jariri,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22525052#p22525052"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Evans Siblings</span></span></div><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Somerfield?.. Oh God..</span> thought Mia, blinking rapidly. She felt a lump in her throat as she continued to dismiss the thought. This boy?.. No way.. <br/><br/>Turning slowly to Jessica, she nodded. ""Yeah. F*ck."" she said, looking down at Damien. He dropped his mug of coffee and she took a wide step backwards to keep her white shoes from getting all brown and sticky. Mia covered her mouth in shock, standing there before she grabbed a cloth from a rack nearby and quickly cleaned up the mess, picking up the pieces of glass with the cloth. Once she was standing up again, she eyed Damien. She honestly hoped not to see him again, though she wondered from time to time how he was doing. When the boy mentioned her name, her jaw tightened. Mia took a deep breath and looked at him straight in the eyes.<br/><br/>""Yes.. Damien.. It's me.."" she said softly, still in a state of disbelief. ""You haven't grown a f*cking bit."" she shook her head and gritted her teeth, suppressing what anger was left in her, but letting it flow out slowly to keep from... Overdoing it. Before she felt not anger at all. But seeing him now, and recognizing him. Mia realized that it was very different.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>''I'm... sorry...'' said Damien, looking down on the coffee spillage he had caused. He really was sorry, though simple apologies had really lost their value in this era. He could sense the anger in her tongue and wasn't sure what to do or what exactly he should say, causing an awkward moment of silence. Gripping against the IV stand next to him, he climbed off the bed, his legs still feeling weak.<br/><br/>''You've grown quite a bit... though his vest still manages to fit you,'' he said observing Mia's outer vest. She was wearing Mitchell's jacket. His heart pounded at the thought that her brother had actually<span style=""font-style: italic"">died</span>because of him, was that why she was wearing it? To remember him? She hadn't even stitched up the bullet hole in its back, which Mitchell had got while fighting former members of Tidebringer's gang in Millersville. And those burn marks on the edges of the vest were a result of his final battle with the Masked Man.<br/><br/>''Its been a while... almost eight years I believe,'' he said trying to hide a nervous tone.<br/><br/>She had obviously not moved one from what happened to Mitchell back in Millersville, and that's why she was still wearing his vest. While his face remained still his eyes were rapidly moving and scanning Mia for any potentially useful pieces of information. He wasn't good with reunions, all the difficult emotions involved made him somewhat abrasive to them. And right now he felt very odd, unsure of what to do or say.<br/><br/>''So you're a social worker at the hospital now?'' he asked."
840,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=25,2014-11-22T13:02:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Evans Siblings / Shiloh Haverfield, 2027</span></span></div><br/>""It's alright."" she waved the cloth at Damien, then flinging it aside on a chair. She crossed her arms and took a deep breath, calming herself down quickly.<br/><br/>The mention of the vest made her sigh, then nod. ""It never really fit him, so I took it."" she said to Damien, no longer able to keep eye contact. ""You won't believe how much taller he is now."" It was honestly difficult to keep smiling though she didn't want to, but carried on with it. She didn't want to be crying or raging, especially here. Mia also wondered how exactly it was that Damien had gotten into a plane crash. Was the boy he was with also indirectly involved? That could well be the case.<br/><br/>""Yeah. Pretty much. I handle cases like yours."" said Mia almost mockingly, looking again over at the other boy. With all the noise he was beginning to shuffle. Waking, most likely. ""Loss of parents."" Mia continued, and Shiloh finally woke up. He seemed dazed after his nap, looking around the room. His eyes widened upon seeing Mia standing next to Damien. He swung his legs over the bed and rubbed his eyes.<br/><br/>""Mom?.."" he called softly, jumping off the bed. Mia glared at Damien. ""What happened?.."" she asked him hotly, gritting her teeth again. She was assuming that Damien had caused something that might have affected Shiloh's life. Like, his mother's death in that crash. That was what she was assuming, as the look on Shiloh's face suggested that he was surprised to see his mother. That could either mean she'd been gone for a while, or died recently."
841,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=25,2014-11-22T15:34:00,Islamic Republic e Jariri,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22527115#p22527115"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Evans Siblings / Shiloh Haverfield, 2027</span></span></div><br/>""It's alright."" she waved the cloth at Damien, then flinging it aside on a chair. She crossed her arms and took a deep breath, calming herself down quickly. <br/><br/>The mention of the vest made her sigh, then nod. ""It never really fit him, so I took it."" she said to Damien, no longer able to keep eye contact. ""You won't believe how much taller he is now."" It was honestly difficult to keep smiling though she didn't want to, but carried on with it. She didn't want to be crying or raging, especially here. Mia also wondered how exactly it was that Damien had gotten into a plane crash. Was the boy he was with also indirectly involved? That could well be the case.<br/><br/>""Yeah. Pretty much. I handle cases like yours."" said Mia almost mockingly, looking again over at the other boy. With all the noise he was beginning to shuffle. Waking, most likely. ""Loss of parents."" Mia continued, and Shiloh finally woke up. He seemed dazed after his nap, looking around the room. His eyes widened upon seeing Mia standing next to Damien. He swung his legs over the bed and rubbed his eyes.<br/><br/>""Mom?.."" he called softly, jumping off the bed. Mia glared at Damien. ""What happened?.."" she asked him hotly, gritting her teeth again. She was assuming that Damien had caused something that might have affected Shiloh's life. Like, his mother's death in that crash. That was what she was assuming, as the look on Shiloh's face suggested that he was surprised to see his mother. That could either mean she'd been gone for a while, or died recently.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Of course, assume anything of remotely negative quality within my vicinity is one way or another all linked to me. At least that is the case with her brother, and by the impression of her word choice it seems he's still alive... barely. Wait, could he be in this same hospital?</span><br/><br/>Mitchell Evans was only thirteen years old when he fought the hardest battle of his life against the powerful Masked Man, a battle he managed to win but very narrowly. And the damage he took was too much for his body to handle, causing him to collapse. Damien's memory of that particular scene from seven years ago came back to him:<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=280477&amp;p=19326657#p19326657"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Millersville, 2020</span></div><br/><br/>Suddenly, he felt his brother's warm hand touch his face. He opened his eyes and saw Mitchell smiling. <br/>""Are.. Feeling cold?.. Matthew?"" he asked, his question almost inaudible. <br/>Matt shook his head, sobbing. ""No. No..."" he replied.<br/>""G-good."" Mitchell said finally, and lost consciousness. Matt cried even more and buried his face into Mitchell's chest.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Strangled, stabbed, even burnt and badly bashed, the Masked Man inflicted pure brutality Mitchell Evans. He had almost even killed Mia and used her to force Damien into surrender upon which he brought the immortal on the verge of death, and ironically he was saved indirectly through the actions of his arch nemesis Dr Mosley. Many other events followed up, such as meeting up with Alfie, the return of Anatole, his final battle against Mosley which resulted in his temporary blindness and his vital role in helping Gerard pass on. Scarily enough none of that could have ever occurred without the initial actions of the Masked Man. Even after his death at the hands of Mitchell he continued to haunt Damien and probably must have also haunted the Evans as well.<br/><br/>''What happened? You already know what I am and what my life is like, my associate here ended up getting caught in my spider's web, and wouldn't leave even after I tried not to involve him or his possible girlfriend Portia whose actually a year younger than him but at least five to seven years mentally ahead of him,'' said Damien, a part of him wanting to lightly provoke Shiloh just for his own sheer amusement. But at the same time he was technically complementing his girlfriend.<br/><br/>He was already employing a tactic to change the subject of Mia's focus, having dodged her question and purposely trying to provoke Shiloh to gain her better attention. He would never involve the Evans in his misadventures ever again, so there was no need to tell them about his investigation of the Washington Underworld and the death of the Red King. Unless Shiloh said something to slip it up but he seemed to be in a daze and had mistaken Mia for his deceased mother. Did the girl really bear a likeness to her?<br/><br/>''He also has very similar abilities to your... brother,'' added Damien, not revealing specifically that Shiloh's powers bore a strong likeness to Mitchell's."
842,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=25,2014-11-22T21:37:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Evans Siblings</span></span></div><br/>Mia continued to stare down at Damien, occasionally giving a glance over at Shiloh who appeared to have no idea what was going on around him. He looked as if he was about to fall over. Because it was her job, she walked around Damien's bed and helped Shiloh back up onto his own. He huffed loudly in dissatisfaction at hearing what Damien said about him and Portia. It was true, but that didn't mean he wasn't smart, either. He then stared up at Mia who he now realized was not his mother. She looked similar with her long reddish-brown hair, but she looked more youthful.<br/><br/>""That doesn't answer my question."" Mia crossed her arms again and leaned back for emphasis. She had her eyes narrowed at Damien as she spoke.<br/><br/>""Well, since Damien over there doesn't seem to know,"" she shrugged and turned to Shiloh, ""I'll ask you instead. What happened?"" she asked him bending over so she was at his level. Making him blush. He looked briefly at Damien then back at Mia, obviously intimidated.<br/><br/>""Uhhh... Well, I met him at a coffee shop yesterday morning... Then I followed him because he was being a detective and all, and then he ruined my day... So I followed him again. A lot happened after that. Portia helped me find him... I got my butt kicked by a ninja lady and a mafia dude... And there was this guy in the hospital with a gun, then the City Hall, and after, we went chasing that plane with the crazy old geezer... And I kind of... Crashed it."" he explained, unable to look directly at Mia. After he finished, he inched back up onto the bed.<br/><br/>Surprised that things weren't exactly as she'd thought, Mia straightened her body and sighed perturbedly. She untangled her arms and moved them to her waist. Reading the boy's mind, she knew he was telling the truth. The memory was still quite fresh. She turned to Damien, looking much calmer.<br/><br/>""I'm sorry... It's just... I thought I'd moved on... Never realized how angry I was until you said my name... You know, Matt... He never did... He's here as well, and I suggest you stay away from him. He<span style=""font-style: italic"">hates</span>you for what happened."" she told Damien. There was no point in holding her emotion back. Shiloh was staring up at her in sympathy."
843,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=25,2014-11-23T05:50:00,Islamic Republic e Jariri,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22532758#p22532758"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Evans Siblings</span></span></div><br/>Mia continued to stare down at Damien, occasionally giving a glance over at Shiloh who appeared to have no idea what was going on around him. He looked as if he was about to fall over. Because it was her job, she walked around Damien's bed and helped Shiloh back up onto his own. He huffed loudly in dissatisfaction at hearing what Damien said about him and Portia. It was true, but that didn't mean he wasn't smart, either. He then stared up at Mia who he now realized was not his mother. She looked similar with her long reddish-brown hair, but she looked more youthful.<br/><br/>""That doesn't answer my question."" Mia crossed her arms again and leaned back for emphasis. She had her eyes narrowed at Damien as she spoke. <br/><br/>""Well, since Damien over there doesn't seem to know,"" she shrugged and turned to Shiloh, ""I'll ask you instead. What happened?"" she asked him bending over so she was at his level. Making him blush. He looked briefly at Damien then back at Mia, obviously intimidated.<br/><br/>""Uhhh... Well, I met him at a coffee shop yesterday morning... Then I followed him because he was being a detective and all, and then he ruined my day... So I followed him again. A lot happened after that. Portia helped me find him... I got my butt kicked by a ninja lady and a mafia dude... And there was this guy in the hospital with a gun, then the City Hall, and after, we went chasing that plane with the crazy old geezer... And I kind of... Crashed it."" he explained, unable to look directly at Mia. After he finished, he inched back up onto the bed.<br/><br/>Surprised that things weren't exactly as she'd thought, Mia straightened her body and sighed perturbedly. She untangled her arms and moved them to her waist. Reading the boy's mind, she knew he was telling the truth. The memory was still quite fresh. She turned to Damien, looking much calmer.<br/><br/>""I'm sorry... It's just... I thought I'd moved on... Never realized how angry I was until you said my name... You know, Matt... He never did... He's here as well, and I suggest you stay away from him. He <span style=""font-style: italic"">hates</span> you for what happened."" she told Damien. There was no point in holding her emotion back. Shiloh was staring up at her in sympathy.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>''I see,'' replied Damien, lowering his head to conceal a visibly a sad look in his eyes.<br/>His head continued to ache and he felt inflicted by a strange emotion he couldn't analyse: he was worried, stressed and to some extent<span style=""font-style: italic"">crushed</span>. This was all interfering with his otherwise clear and logical thought process. But what else could he have expected from the Evans?<br/><br/>''...I understand,'' he added.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Mia possesses an unresolved internal conflict towards me where she is essentially unsure if I am the guilty party though has an incomplete feeling that I am. Matt feels guilty for how powerless he was to save his brother from the Masked Man, wracked with low self-esteem he scapegoats the blame on me so that he may absolve himself for the responsibility. They both essentially hate and blame me in one way or another. I wonder... does Mitchell feel the same way? Does he blame me for his current comatose condition?</span><br/><br/>''After all, I wouldn't want you all to blame anyone<span style=""font-style: italic"">but</span>me.<span style=""font-style: italic"">I</span>took your brother away from you, the Masked Man was really just a proxy now I that I think about it, I destroyed your family through him. The face behind that mask was mine.''<br/><br/>He was recalling his hallucinogenic experience at the Red King's mansion, where his subconscious attacked him and rooted the Masked Man to himself. The foe was after all originally only interested in killing Damien, but the involvement of the Evans made him a more major enemy for them than for Damien himself. Had Damien never entered their lives back in 2020 Mitchell Evans would have probably been moving and talking to this day.<br/><br/>He climbed off the bed and leaned against the IV stand to support his legs which were still weak from the crash, his mind now plagued with a combination of self-inflicted guilt as well as anger. His ability to heal others had improved over the seven years since he last saw the Evans but he remembered sensing the level of damage Mitchell had incurred and it wasn't something simple spirit healing could undo.<br/><br/>''I have to go,'' he said walking past Jessica before pausing at the door. He realized he was running away, unable to deal with the painful memories. But Mitchell Evans himself was likely in this very hospital, was it right for Damien to overlook his presence? But what did it matter as not even Alfie's powers could revive him.<br/><br/>And then there was the problem of Reqium taking hold of his step brother and the upcoming gang wars he had caused thanks to his involvement in the death of the Red King. Not only that, now his own immortal healing factor had suspiciously slowed down and he didn't understand why.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">It seriously can't get much worse than this can it...?</span><br/><br/>He turned around to see the window behind his bed. Would it be better for him to sneak out? He wasn't planning on waiting around for the police to show up and question him, though in the event of that happening his background had been well forged to make the identity of Damien Summers quite believable.<br/><br/>But there was something else eating at his head: he<span style=""font-style: italic"">had</span>to see Mitchell Evans, even if his siblings were to object to it. He wasn't sure why he wanted to, perhaps some false sense of closure?<br/><br/>''Mia,'' he said turning back. 'I don't expect you to ever forgive me for what I have brought upon your family but<span style=""font-style: italic"">please</span>, I have to see where Mitchell is being kept.''<br/><br/>Another part of his mind was wondering what Jessica must have been thinking, who was probably already acquainted with Mia since they both worked at the hospital but must have been unaware on how they<span style=""font-style: italic"">both</span>had a history with Damien. What a crazy coincidence this must have been, they both came from different times in his past and were not both present in the same room. But Shiloh was probably the most confused of all, since he knew the least about Damien."
844,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=25,2014-11-23T12:51:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Evans Siblings / Shiloh Haverfield, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Standing next to Shiloh's bed, Mia watched Damien hobble over to the door. It didn't look like she was going to object or say anything else. She crossed her arms again and wiped away a tear. Shiloh huffed again, much louder now, then hopped off the bed. Unlike Damien, he wasn't hurt too badly. It didn't take long for him to get to the door as well, waiting for the smaller boy to leave the room. He looked very upset, sad, and very impatient.<br/><br/>""Why?"" he said, cocking his head. He didn't say it, but he wondered why it looked like this carrot-eating, professional killer alien was ruining peoples' days. He seemed to know a lot of people from around here, and it had started to become weird.<br/><br/>""I could say I do..."" Mia said, referring to what Damien said about her forgiving him, ""but I'm not sure that's true... I don't want to blame you, first of all... I should have been keeping an eye on them. My brothers."" she mumbled sobbingly, bowing her head so that they would see her tears. Then, she tipped her head back, dabbed her sleeves at her eyes and looked over at Damien.<br/>""What for?.."" she asked, but nodded. ""Alright.."" she said after what felt like a minute. She still wasn't sure about how Matthew would react to this. It was his twin, after all. And they had been much closer than they looked.<br/><br/>Randomly, Shiloh looked again at Mia, frowning. From this distance she looked like his mother... So he said, ""You look like my mom...""<br/><br/>That made Mia chuckle lightly. She walked around the bed, past Jessica, giving her a smile. She placed her hands on Shiloh's shoulders and read his mind. Damien had nothing to do with what happened to Shiloh's mother after all. Mia read his mind again, reaching farther, and realizing just how much that incident damaged him. Frowning again, remembering her own mother, she wrapped her arms around Shiloh. Surprisingly, he didn't resist. In fact, it made him feel better. He hadn't gotten a hug in so long.<br/><br/>""I miss her so much..."" he muttered, looking like he was going to cry.<br/><br/>Mia chuckled again, hugging the boy tighter. He reminded her so much of Mitchell, when he was younger. Warm and comforting... ""I know you do... She probably misses you, too."""
845,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=25,2014-11-23T16:41:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22525258#p22525258"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine, 2027 </span></span></div><br/>Alice nodded to Kyle, acknowledging his thanks. <br/>""Uhmm..."" she put a finger on her chin. She was deciding on what answer she was to give Kyle. ""Yes... As you've seen... We were just moving in."" she told him, wondering who the hell Silvey was. <br/><br/>She had watched as he chugged the juice from the mug, smiling all the while. It seemed so normal to her, even as earlier, Helen had drunk from a glass. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Ridiculous</span>, thought Natasha. <span style=""font-style: italic"">She's clueless. Well, it's not her job to do research about these things anyway.</span> she shrugged and set down the box she'd had and went back downstairs, leaving Alice with Kyle.</div></blockquote><br/>""Right..."" He replied, looking around. They seemed pretty set up for people who were just moving in, TV plugged in and everything. He kept note of that, but continued the conversation. ""So, are you new to the city or are you just changing address for work or something?"""
846,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=25,2014-11-23T16:52:00,Islamic Republic e Jariri,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22539167#p22539167"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Evans Siblings / Shiloh Haverfield, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Standing next to Shiloh's bed, Mia watched Damien hobble over to the door. It didn't look like she was going to object or say anything else. She crossed her arms again and wiped away a tear. Shiloh huffed again, much louder now, then hopped off the bed. Unlike Damien, he wasn't hurt too badly. It didn't take long for him to get to the door as well, waiting for the smaller boy to leave the room. He looked very upset, sad, and very impatient. <br/><br/>""Why?"" he said, cocking his head. He didn't say it, but he wondered why it looked like this carrot-eating, professional killer alien was ruining peoples' days. He seemed to know a lot of people from around here, and it had started to become weird.<br/><br/>""I could say I do..."" Mia said, referring to what Damien said about her forgiving him, ""but I'm not sure that's true... I don't want to blame you, first of all... I should have been keeping an eye on them. My brothers."" she mumbled sobbingly, bowing her head so that they would see her tears. Then, she tipped her head back, dabbed her sleeves at her eyes and looked over at Damien.<br/>""What for?.."" she asked, but nodded. ""Alright.."" she said after what felt like a minute. She still wasn't sure about how Matthew would react to this. It was his twin, after all. And they had been much closer than they looked. <br/><br/>Randomly, Shiloh looked again at Mia, frowning. From this distance she looked like his mother... So he said, ""You look like my mom..."" <br/><br/>That made Mia chuckle lightly. She walked around the bed, past Jessica, giving her a smile. She placed her hands on Shiloh's shoulders and read his mind. Damien had nothing to do with what happened to Shiloh's mother after all. Mia read his mind again, reaching farther, and realizing just how much that incident damaged him. Frowning again, remembering her own mother, she wrapped her arms around Shiloh. Surprisingly, he didn't resist. In fact, it made him feel better. He hadn't gotten a hug in so long.<br/><br/>""I miss her so much..."" he muttered, looking like he was going to cry.<br/><br/>Mia chuckled again, hugging the boy tighter. He reminded her so much of Mitchell, when he was younger. Warm and comforting... ""I know you do... She probably misses you, too.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>''Hey Shiloh,'' called out Damien. ''Thank you for what you did back then, recovering me from the plane wreckage. You didn't have to risk your own well being for mine, but you saved my life a second time. I am in your debt and I suppose at the very least I owe you some answers before things may fall out of line.''<br/><br/>Mia must have read the boy's mind by now; since she wouldn't gain much by trying to read Damien's mind and she must have had a vague idea of what was going on, though likely not a complete picture since Shiloh himself couldn't have figured it all out yet. He sighed, looking at him locked in Mia's arms. The poor boy craved maternal warmth and security. Behind that tough vigilante exterior was one emotionally vulnerable child. The scene was somewhat touching, though it depressed him as well.<br/><br/>''I too lost my mother prematurely, but that's another story,'' began Damien, making sure the door behind him sealed.<br/><br/>''As you must have deduced on your own, I'm no ordinary child. The<span style=""font-style: italic"">truth</span>is I am not a child at all. My true age borders over five centuries of history before your time but I do not change in any way pertaining to physical metamorphism. My body clock has been frozen since I first became like this, several lifetimes ago.<br/>And that's not all, I'm also an unofficial detective of sorts. My name and overall identity and background is all a product of well crafted forgery of the highest caliber, my attendance at your girlfriend's school is merely a ruse, a cover up. In actuality I am here in this city to investigate the Washington Underworld, the center of a global and notorious criminal organization. Of course I'm not the only one, there are others as well but we work mostly independently from each other.<br/>Listen to me, once I leave this hospital our association ends and you must resume your normal life. This is something a lot bigger than you can handle or even imagine and your further involvement with him will endanger you and everyone you care about.''<br/><br/>He turned towards Jessica and Mia: ''The same goes for you two. I'm dealing with dangerous criminals here including the likes of Quicksilver AKA the Silver Queen. Now that I've fully explained my presence in this corrupt city I trust you'll keep your curiosity at bay?''<br/><br/>He wanted to end all the confusion but didn't want any of them involved: Shiloh was badly injured because of the plane crash, Mia had already suffered enough and he didn't want any harm to come to Jessica either. He couldn't take it if any of them got hurt again in something that involved him. They had all already had an idea of what he was, so he further clarified his position to them, to give them some sense of closure as to why someone like him was leading a double life here. He was treading into dangerous waters and didn't see these people as being built to being able to stay afloat."
847,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=25,2014-11-23T17:00:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Islamic Republic e Jariri <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22542250#p22542250"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22539167#p22539167"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Evans Siblings / Shiloh Haverfield, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Standing next to Shiloh's bed, Mia watched Damien hobble over to the door. It didn't look like she was going to object or say anything else. She crossed her arms again and wiped away a tear. Shiloh huffed again, much louder now, then hopped off the bed. Unlike Damien, he wasn't hurt too badly. It didn't take long for him to get to the door as well, waiting for the smaller boy to leave the room. He looked very upset, sad, and very impatient. <br/><br/>""Why?"" he said, cocking his head. He didn't say it, but he wondered why it looked like this carrot-eating, professional killer alien was ruining peoples' days. He seemed to know a lot of people from around here, and it had started to become weird.<br/><br/>""I could say I do..."" Mia said, referring to what Damien said about her forgiving him, ""but I'm not sure that's true... I don't want to blame you, first of all... I should have been keeping an eye on them. My brothers."" she mumbled sobbingly, bowing her head so that they would see her tears. Then, she tipped her head back, dabbed her sleeves at her eyes and looked over at Damien.<br/>""What for?.."" she asked, but nodded. ""Alright.."" she said after what felt like a minute. She still wasn't sure about how Matthew would react to this. It was his twin, after all. And they had been much closer than they looked. <br/><br/>Randomly, Shiloh looked again at Mia, frowning. From this distance she looked like his mother... So he said, ""You look like my mom..."" <br/><br/>That made Mia chuckle lightly. She walked around the bed, past Jessica, giving her a smile. She placed her hands on Shiloh's shoulders and read his mind. Damien had nothing to do with what happened to Shiloh's mother after all. Mia read his mind again, reaching farther, and realizing just how much that incident damaged him. Frowning again, remembering her own mother, she wrapped her arms around Shiloh. Surprisingly, he didn't resist. In fact, it made him feel better. He hadn't gotten a hug in so long.<br/><br/>""I miss her so much..."" he muttered, looking like he was going to cry.<br/><br/>Mia chuckled again, hugging the boy tighter. He reminded her so much of Mitchell, when he was younger. Warm and comforting... ""I know you do... She probably misses you, too.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>''Hey Shiloh,'' called out Damien. ''Thank you for what you did back then, recovering me from the plane wreckage. You didn't have to risk your own well being for mine, but you saved my life a second time. I am in your debt and I suppose at the very least I owe you some answers before things may fall out of line.''<br/><br/>Mia must have read the boy's mind by now; since she wouldn't gain much by trying to read Damien's mind and she must have had a vague idea of what was going on, though likely not a complete picture since Shiloh himself couldn't have figured it all out yet. He sighed, looking at him locked in Mia's arms. The poor boy craved maternal warmth and security. Behind that tough vigilante exterior was one emotionally vulnerable child. The scene was somewhat touching, though it depressed him as well.<br/><br/>''I too lost my mother prematurely, but that's another story,'' began Damien, making sure the door behind him sealed. <br/><br/>''As you must have deduced on your own, I'm no ordinary child. The <span style=""font-style: italic"">truth</span> is I am not a child at all. My true age borders over five centuries of history before your time but I do not change in any way pertaining to physical metamorphism. My body clock has been frozen since I first became like this, several lifetimes ago.<br/>And that's not all, I'm also an unofficial detective of sorts. My name and overall identity and background is all a product of well crafted forgery of the highest caliber, my attendance at your girlfriend's school is merely a ruse, a cover up. In actuality I am here in this city to investigate the Washington Underworld, the center of a global and notorious criminal organization. Of course I'm not the only one, there are others as well but we work mostly independently from each other. <br/>Listen to me, once I leave this hospital our association ends and you must resume your normal life. This is something a lot bigger than you can handle or even imagine and your further involvement with him will endanger you and everyone you care about.''<br/><br/>He turned towards Jessica and Mia: ''The same goes for you two. I'm dealing with dangerous criminals here including the likes of Quicksilver AKA the Silver Queen. Now that I've fully explained my presence in this corrupt city I trust you'll keep your curiosity at bay?'' <br/><br/>He didn't want any of them involved: Shiloh was badly injured because of the plane crash, Mia had already suffered enough and he didn't want any harm to come to Jessica either. He couldn't take it if any of them got hurt again in something that involved him.</div></blockquote><br/>Jessica came back into the room, having walked out quickly without anyone else noticing. ""Sorry, had to go get myself a drink...""<br/><br/>Jessica hopped back on the bed, having gotten some soda from a vending machine outside while they were talking. ""The Silver Queen? Wow, you really have got yourself in some deep, crazy waters."" She said with a chuckle. Then rolled her eyes. ""Please, I'm not exactly a defenceless little girl. I can more than take care of myself, or have you forgotten that already Sommerfield.""<br/><br/>""In fact, I might even be able to help you."" She continued, opening the cola and drinking it."
848,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=25,2014-11-23T17:19:00,Islamic Republic e Jariri,"[align=][/align]<blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22542352#p22542352"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Islamic Republic e Jariri <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22542250#p22542250"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>''Hey Shiloh,'' called out Damien. ''Thank you for what you did back then, recovering me from the plane wreckage. You didn't have to risk your own well being for mine, but you saved my life a second time. I am in your debt and I suppose at the very least I owe you some answers before things may fall out of line.''<br/><br/>Mia must have read the boy's mind by now; since she wouldn't gain much by trying to read Damien's mind and she must have had a vague idea of what was going on, though likely not a complete picture since Shiloh himself couldn't have figured it all out yet. He sighed, looking at him locked in Mia's arms. The poor boy craved maternal warmth and security. Behind that tough vigilante exterior was one emotionally vulnerable child. The scene was somewhat touching, though it depressed him as well.<br/><br/>''I too lost my mother prematurely, but that's another story,'' began Damien, making sure the door behind him sealed. <br/><br/>''As you must have deduced on your own, I'm no ordinary child. The <span style=""font-style: italic"">truth</span> is I am not a child at all. My true age borders over five centuries of history before your time but I do not change in any way pertaining to physical metamorphism. My body clock has been frozen since I first became like this, several lifetimes ago.<br/>And that's not all, I'm also an unofficial detective of sorts. My name and overall identity and background is all a product of well crafted forgery of the highest caliber, my attendance at your girlfriend's school is merely a ruse, a cover up. In actuality I am here in this city to investigate the Washington Underworld, the center of a global and notorious criminal organization. Of course I'm not the only one, there are others as well but we work mostly independently from each other. <br/>Listen to me, once I leave this hospital our association ends and you must resume your normal life. This is something a lot bigger than you can handle or even imagine and your further involvement with him will endanger you and everyone you care about.''<br/><br/>He turned towards Jessica and Mia: ''The same goes for you two. I'm dealing with dangerous criminals here including the likes of Quicksilver AKA the Silver Queen. Now that I've fully explained my presence in this corrupt city I trust you'll keep your curiosity at bay?'' <br/><br/>He didn't want any of them involved: Shiloh was badly injured because of the plane crash, Mia had already suffered enough and he didn't want any harm to come to Jessica either. He couldn't take it if any of them got hurt again in something that involved him.</div></blockquote><br/>Jessica came back into the room, having walked out quickly without anyone else noticing. ""Sorry, had to go get myself a drink...""<br/><br/>Jessica hopped back on the bed, having gotten some soda from a vending machine outside while they were talking. ""The Silver Queen? Wow, you really have got yourself in some deep, crazy waters."" She said with a chuckle. Then rolled her eyes. ""Please, I'm not exactly a defenceless little girl. I can more than take care of myself, or have you forgotten that already Sommerfield."" <br/><br/>""In fact, I might even be able to help you."" She continued, opening the cola and drinking it.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>A small chuckle escaped from Damien's mouth. This odd act of opening up was now getting him somewhat excited.<br/><br/>''Compared to the Silver Queen, you're<span style=""font-style: italic"">exactly</span>a defenseless little girl. Gifted no doubt but you're no match for her. I've known her for a long time and she is<span style=""font-style: italic"">not</span>to be underestimated. She is quite possibly the most dangerous mortal I've come across in quite a while, a bloodlusting borderline psychopath and a master of blade based combat. I'm sorry Jessica but there's no competition in this comparison.''<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">From her days as Dagger in the Sanctioned she had always out skilled me in fighting, no matter how much I would catch up to her she was always a step ahead; however while in one-on-one physical terms she is at an advantage I still have brains above bran so while I'm disadvantaged at one point I hold a trump card over another... however I with my current state I can't afford anymore direct confrontations until I can figure out what's happened with my healing, after all I don't want a repeat of what happened in Wilson's apartment if there's an actual possibility that my healing may no longer save me in time... this game has gotten a lot more dangerous and with the Red King's death she stands to gain even more which makes her an even bigger threat. The mobile tablet had pictures of what she did to Metallio, I'll never forgive myself if that happened to Jessica or any of the others, that's why I need to keep her out of this, for her own safety.</span>"
849,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=25,2014-11-23T17:37:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Islamic Republic e Jariri <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22542551#p22542551"">wrote</a>:</cite>[align=][/align]<blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22542352#p22542352"">wrote</a>:</cite>Jessica came back into the room, having walked out quickly without anyone else noticing. ""Sorry, had to go get myself a drink...""<br/><br/>Jessica hopped back on the bed, having gotten some soda from a vending machine outside while they were talking. ""The Silver Queen? Wow, you really have got yourself in some deep, crazy waters."" She said with a chuckle. Then rolled her eyes. ""Please, I'm not exactly a defenceless little girl. I can more than take care of myself, or have you forgotten that already Sommerfield."" <br/><br/>""In fact, I might even be able to help you."" She continued, opening the cola and drinking it.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>A small chuckle escaped from Damien's mouth. This odd act of opening up was now getting him somewhat excited. <br/><br/>''Compared to the Silver Queen, you <span style=""font-style: italic"">are</span> a defenseless little girl. You're gifted no doubt but you're no match for her. I've known her for a lot longer and she is <span style=""font-style: italic"">not</span> to be underestimated. She is quite possibly the most dangerous mortal I've come across in quite a while, a bloodlusting borderline psychopath and a master of blade based combat. I'm sorry Jessica but there's no competition in this comparison.''<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">From her days as Dagger in the Sanctioned she had always out skilled me in fighting, no matter how much I would catch up to her she was always a step ahead; however while in one-on-one physical terms she is at an advantage I still have brains above bran so while I'm disadvantaged at one point I hold a trump card over another... however I with my current state I can't afford anymore direct confrontations until I can figure out what's happened with my healing, after all I don't want a repeat of what happened in Wilson's apartment if there's an actual possibility that my healing may no longer save me in time... this game has gotten a lot more dangerous and with the Red King's death she stands to gain even more which makes her an even bigger threat. The mobile tablet had pictures of what she did to Metallio, I'll never forgive myself if that happened to Jessica or any of the others, that's why I need to keep her out of this, for her own safety.</span></div></blockquote><br/>""Oh, your worried about me... how cute."" Jessica frowned, finding Damien's need to protect her slightly annoying. ""I don't know if you've forgotten asshat, but I'm tough. I can take bullets without being scratched, I've shrugged off things that would kill ten grown men."" She responded, her prideful boasting helping compensate for her stature. She tended to exaggerate her powers slightly though. ""I don't need to be fucking protected."" She folded her arms angrily.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Just like all the others, he treats me like a little girl.</span>She thought, enraged. She was getting more and more determined to help Damien now, if only to prove to him (and herself) she wasn't so helpless."
850,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=25,2014-11-23T17:48:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>At Kyle's question, Alice whited out. She rebooted her systems, not having found a sufficient response. She stared at him as she restarted, then came back a few seconds later. Her socialization skills were terrible, not worked out during her development. It seemed that she was made solely for combat and was given minimum communication abilities. Natalia stepped forward, holding another box, to answer.<br/><br/>""We had to move out of our previous establishment because our boss was an *ssh*l*."" she told him, walking past again. As she walked in between Kyle and Alice, she nudged her sister discreetly, getting her to move again.<br/><br/>""Yeah..."" she said groggily, looking around. The reboot was successful. She continued looking up at Kyle as the rest of her components prepared, wondering why he was being around so long...<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Evans Siblings / Shiloh Haverfield, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Shiloh laughed and flashed a peace sign at Damien for his thanks. Even though he was already tearing up...<br/>""I guess... It's just normal for me to help..."" he said, nodding.<br/><br/>Mia finally released Shiloh with a relieved sigh, then took a step back as Damien locked the door. She already knew what he was, but she listened anyway. She almost gave Damien a hug, too. Shiloh just stared at him, then at Mia... Gaping. He frowned, giggled... Couldn't believe it, but had to. He wasn't aware that immortals existed. Sure, he knew about superhumans, but never had he heard about immortals.<br/><br/>""So... You're not an alien?"" he asked, ""I guess not. Aliens don't eat carrot cake in the movies."" he then shrugged, placing a finger on his chin.<br/><br/>""Silver Queen?.. Now, she's someone Matt's been after for a while now..."" Mia threw in, recognizing the name and reputation of this Silver Queen. ""He's a.. Vigilante.. Working for the police..""<br/><br/>Again, Shiloh was clueless. He knew who the Silver Queen was, but he'd never met her... He didn't even know what she looked like. He was absolutely not aware that he'd briefly seen her in the Red King's Manor. Regarding Damien's request for him to stay away, he scoffed and shook his head lightly so as not to be noticed. This time he was going to let his stubbornness get a hold of him. He was definitely going to tag along for sure. Because, seriously, when does one person ever get to hang out with a 5 century old carrot cake-eating, professional killer detective?"
851,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=25,2014-11-23T18:17:00,Islamic Republic e Jariri,"<blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22542759#p22542759"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Islamic Republic e Jariri <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22542551#p22542551"">wrote</a>:</cite>[align=][/align]<br/><br/>A small chuckle escaped from Damien's mouth. This odd act of opening up was now getting him somewhat excited. <br/><br/>''Compared to the Silver Queen, you <span style=""font-style: italic"">are</span> a defenseless little girl. You're gifted no doubt but you're no match for her. I've known her for a lot longer and she is <span style=""font-style: italic"">not</span> to be underestimated. She is quite possibly the most dangerous mortal I've come across in quite a while, a bloodlusting borderline psychopath and a master of blade based combat. I'm sorry Jessica but there's no competition in this comparison.''<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">From her days as Dagger in the Sanctioned she had always out skilled me in fighting, no matter how much I would catch up to her she was always a step ahead; however while in one-on-one physical terms she is at an advantage I still have brains above bran so while I'm disadvantaged at one point I hold a trump card over another... however I with my current state I can't afford anymore direct confrontations until I can figure out what's happened with my healing, after all I don't want a repeat of what happened in Wilson's apartment if there's an actual possibility that my healing may no longer save me in time... this game has gotten a lot more dangerous and with the Red King's death she stands to gain even more which makes her an even bigger threat. The mobile tablet had pictures of what she did to Metallio, I'll never forgive myself if that happened to Jessica or any of the others, that's why I need to keep her out of this, for her own safety.</span></div></blockquote><br/>""Oh, your worried about me... how cute."" Jessica frowned, finding Damien's need to protect her slightly annoying. ""I don't know if you've forgotten asshat, but I'm tough. I can take bullets without being scratched, I've shrugged off things that would kill ten grown men."" She responded, her prideful boasting helping compensate for her stature. She tended to exaggerate her powers slightly though. ""I don't need to be fucking protected."" She folded her arms angrily. <br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Just like all the others, he treats me like a little girl.</span> She thought, enraged. She was getting more and more determined to help Damien now, if only to prove to him (and herself) she wasn't so helpless.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Damien sighed.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Of course she wasn't going to comply that easily... no one ever does...</span><br/><br/>''Flaunting your capabilities leads to overconfidence; overconfidence leads to error and when it comes to Quicksilver, error leads to<span style=""font-style: italic"">fatality</span>,'' replied Damien with a lightly stern tone to his voice.<br/>''Besides you have your current life as normal as it can be, you should keep it that way. Safe, secure and allowing you to pursue happiness. I'm well aware of what you can do but listen to me when I say: keep out of this.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Please</span>.''<br/><br/>But knowing Jessica he already had a feeling she'd ignore his warning and get herself involved. Maybe it was a mistake to explain everything in her presence, he didn't want her to do something foolish and appear on the Underworld's radar. These people were not to be toyed with, they could kill her, or worse..."
852,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=25,2014-11-23T18:22:00,Islamic Republic e Jariri,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22542880#p22542880"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Evans Siblings / Shiloh Haverfield, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Shiloh laughed and flashed a peace sign at Damien for his thanks. Even though he was already tearing up...<br/>""I guess... It's just normal for me to help..."" he said, nodding. <br/><br/>Mia finally released Shiloh with a relieved sigh, then took a step back as Damien locked the door. She already knew what he was, but she listened anyway. She almost gave Damien a hug, too. Shiloh just stared at him, then at Mia... Gaping. He frowned, giggled... Couldn't believe it, but had to. He wasn't aware that immortals existed. Sure, he knew about superhumans, but never had he heard about immortals. <br/><br/>""So... You're not an alien?"" he asked, ""I guess not. Aliens don't eat carrot cake in the movies."" he then shrugged, placing a finger on his chin.<br/><br/>""Silver Queen?.. Now, she's someone Matt's been after for a while now..."" Mia threw in, recognizing the name and reputation of this Silver Queen. ""He's a.. Vigilante.. Working for the police.."" <br/><br/>Again, Shiloh was clueless. He knew who the Silver Queen was, but he'd never met her... He didn't even know what she looked like. He was absolutely not aware that he'd briefly seen her in the Red King's Manor. Regarding Damien's request for him to stay away, he scoffed and shook his head lightly so as not to be noticed. This time he was going to let his stubbornness get a hold of him. He was definitely going to tag along for sure. Because, seriously, when does one person ever get to hang out with a 5 century old carrot cake-eating, professional killer detective?</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Damien ignored Shiloh's inquiry about him being a carrot eating alien as Mia's sudden statement stole all his attention.<br/><br/>''What? Matthew? He's pursuing the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Silver Queen</span>?!''<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">That fool! Does he have a death wish or something? This isn't good, I didn't want the Evans to be involved in this, not after the pain I caused them in Millersville, but Matt seems to be doing his own investigation of the Washington Underworld, this could cross our paths, which probably isn't a good thing... and of all his targets he goes after the big silvery fish of them all? He's certainly ambitious I'll give him that...</span>"
853,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=50,2014-11-23T19:06:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Evans Siblings / Shiloh Haverfield, 2027</span></span></div><br/>""Yeah,"" Mia nodded. ""I told him to cut it out, but he isn't into anything else... He doesn't want to go to college either."" she shrugged. ""You know him. I tried everything. It's not working.""<br/><br/>After moving to Washington, Matt realized he wasn't good at anything else, so he decided to live a life of action that would really pay. He started sweeping up streets under police supervision, but his work started to slow down once some synthetic division(Alice and her sisters) was established. Nonetheless, he continues, getting paid by the station and sometimes taking from more notorious criminals as a bonus.<br/><br/>""He's probably downstairs right now... I mean, he called me earlier saying he was going to come over to pick me up after I was done here."" added Mia, glancing out the window as if Matthew was there."
854,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=50,2014-11-24T00:49:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Islamic Republic e Jariri <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22543245#p22543245"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22542759#p22542759"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Oh, your worried about me... how cute."" Jessica frowned, finding Damien's need to protect her slightly annoying. ""I don't know if you've forgotten asshat, but I'm tough. I can take bullets without being scratched, I've shrugged off things that would kill ten grown men."" She responded, her prideful boasting helping compensate for her stature. She tended to exaggerate her powers slightly though. ""I don't need to be fucking protected."" She folded her arms angrily. <br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Just like all the others, he treats me like a little girl.</span> She thought, enraged. She was getting more and more determined to help Damien now, if only to prove to him (and herself) she wasn't so helpless.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Damien sighed. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Of course she wasn't going to comply that easily... no one ever does...</span><br/><br/>''Flaunting your capabilities leads to overconfidence; overconfidence leads to error and when it comes to Quicksilver, error leads to <span style=""font-style: italic"">fatality</span>,'' replied Damien with a lightly stern tone to his voice.<br/>''Besides you have your current life as normal as it can be, you should keep it that way. Safe, secure and allowing you to pursue happiness. I'm well aware of what you can do but listen to me when I say: keep out of this. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Please</span>.''<br/><br/>But knowing Jessica he already had a feeling she'd ignore his warning and get herself involved. Maybe it was a mistake to explain everything in her presence, he didn't want her to do something foolish and appear on the Underworld's radar. These people were not to be toyed with, they could kill her, or worse...</div></blockquote><br/>""Keep out of this? No way. Fuck safe and secure, and my life has never been normal or very happy.""Jessica shook her head. ""Honestly, you could use me taking a few bullets for you. You healing factor is on the fritz and I have nothing better to do."" Plus, she really hated the idea of Damien getting hurt. She saw he could regenerate, but she knew it was painful for him. He was perhaps one of the few people she could even really call a friend.<br/><br/>She sighed, tilting her head back and drinking some soda. ""If you're really concerned about me getting diced by Miss Spoon Bender, and you shouldn't, I could just help you with the rest of the Red Kings empire you were talking about.""<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22542880#p22542880"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>At Kyle's question, Alice whited out. She rebooted her systems, not having found a sufficient response. She stared at him as she restarted, then came back a few seconds later. Her socialization skills were terrible, not worked out during her development. It seemed that she was made solely for combat and was given minimum communication abilities. Natalia stepped forward, holding another box, to answer.<br/><br/>""We had to move out of our previous establishment because our boss was an *ssh*l*."" she told him, walking past again. As she walked in between Kyle and Alice, she nudged her sister discreetly, getting her to move again. <br/><br/>""Yeah..."" she said groggily, looking around. The reboot was successful. She continued looking up at Kyle as the rest of her components prepared, wondering why he was being around so long...</div></blockquote><br/>""Heh, you could say that's why I quit... God... I've quit my job... that's right. I'm going to need something to get some cash in."" He commented, noting Alice's oddness. Of course, by boss he was referring to his brother, and by job he meant robbing and wrecking for a living, which wasn't exactly something you could say is your occupation.<br/><br/>""Do you guys know about any openings anywhere?"" He asked before he was distracted thinking about Alice. He didn't know why, but he was really liking her, she was odd, but her oddness seemed to only endear her to Kyle. Kyle thought back to the kiss they had shared and wondered if that meant anything for them."
855,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=50,2014-11-24T01:00:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Natalia and Alice exchanged glances, then shrugged. Seemingly not herself Alice looked around and again brought her arms behind her back. ""I wouldn't know anyway. I've only ever worked for the police."" she said shamelessly, and Natalia gave her a glare, rolled her eyes, and left the room again.<br/><br/>""They suck."" Alice added, suddenly crossing her arms, her chin jutting out. ""The police. Every single one of them. They don't keep their promises. Unlike that guy with the mask from earlier today..."" she said out of nowhere, in a stressed voice, her ""emotion"" getting a hold of her. ""He kept his promise... Yes... He was very lawful, even though he wasn't... I don't think I know his name, but... He was one of those two brothers with Wind powers."""
856,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=50,2014-11-24T01:14:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22547313#p22547313"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Natalia and Alice exchanged glances, then shrugged. Seemingly not herself Alice looked around and again brought her arms behind her back. ""I wouldn't know anyway. I've only ever worked for the police."" she said shamelessly, and Natalia gave her a glare, rolled her eyes, and left the room again.<br/><br/>""They suck."" Alice added, suddenly crossing her arms, her chin jutting out. ""The police. Every single one of them. They don't keep their promises. Unlike that guy with the mask from earlier today..."" she said out of nowhere, in a stressed voice, her ""emotion"" getting a hold of her. ""He kept his promise... Yes... He was very lawful, even though he wasn't... I don't think I know his name, but... He was one of those two brothers with Wind powers.""</div></blockquote><br/>""What the... Gale brothers was it? No... Tornado Brothers I think..."" He asked, an inwards grin in his mind even though he kept his face impassive. ""I don't like them too much... Though I have to say the taller one seems like a cool guy... what was his name... Typhoon?"" He replied. ""Though still, Metahuman criminals give the rest of us a bad name...""<br/><br/>""I don't like the police too much either... never liked anyone who tries to tell me what to do."" He changed the focus from him to her quickly. ""So you used to work for the Police? What as a detective or just a regular cop? Or were you one of the authorised vigilantes they have sometimes?"""
857,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=50,2014-11-24T01:41:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>""That's it!"" Alice laughed and nodded to Kyle. ""The Tornado Brothers."" For a moment she considered what a lame name it was. They could have thought up a better group name than that, surely. ""The taller one... Yes, he had blond hair. Kind of like... Kind of like yours."" she looked up at his head. It was strangely familiar, yet she didn't think for one moment that Kyle could be that tall, cool guy with the mask on. ""I gave him a kiss, and he kept his promise..."" then again she whispered, ""Very lawful...""<br/><br/>Her mood slightly darkened again at the thought of the police and metahuman criminals. ""I understand... A metahuman must not be unruly just because they're stronger and more capable than everyone else. Such attitude only makes them look like big, swollen asses."" she stated bluntly in a know-it-all way. ""And the police... I don't want to have anything to do with them anymore. Now I regret doing him in, that guy... Typhoon, was it? He was very, very lawful. I kissed him and he kept his promise."" Alice turned to the window and sighed, noticing only at this point what Kyle had said. ""You mentioned.. Indirectly.. That you are a metahuman as well? What kind of powers do you have?"" she asked, keeping her sad gaze towards the window."
858,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=50,2014-11-24T02:17:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22547486#p22547486"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>""That's it!"" Alice laughed and nodded to Kyle. ""The Tornado Brothers."" For a moment she considered what a lame name it was. They could have thought up a better group name than that, surely. ""The taller one... Yes, he had blond hair. Kind of like... Kind of like yours."" she looked up at his head. It was strangely familiar, yet she didn't think for one moment that Kyle could be that tall, cool guy with the mask on. ""I gave him a kiss, and he kept his promise..."" then again she whispered, ""Very lawful...""<br/><br/>Her mood slightly darkened again at the thought of the police and metahuman criminals. ""I understand... A metahuman must not be unruly just because they're stronger and more capable than everyone else. Such attitude only makes them look like big, swollen asses."" she stated bluntly in a know-it-all way. ""And the police... I don't want to have anything to do with them anymore. Now I regret doing him in, that guy... Typhoon, was it? He was very, very lawful. I kissed him and he kept his promise."" Alice turned to the window and sighed, noticing only at this point what Kyle had said. ""You mentioned.. Indirectly.. That you are a metahuman as well? What kind of powers do you have?"" she asked, keeping her sad gaze towards the window.</div></blockquote><br/>""So he's handsome too..."" He quipped, trying to raise her spirits. He smiled a playful smile. Her being sad bothered Kyle quite a bit for some reason. ""Don't be so down, he might have found some way to escape."" He then heard her question and shrugged. ""By co-incidence, I just so happen to have wind powers too...""<span style=""font-style: italic"">What are you doing Kyle? Do you want to be caught!</span><br/><br/>Kyle thought back to the wistfull look she had when talking about Typhoon.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Maybe...</span>"
859,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=50,2014-11-24T02:40:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Alice chuckled again lightly and nodded her head. ""Yes, maybe he is. I don't know... I liked his voice, too."" she said, but still... She couldn't piece things together. Natalia already knew what was going on, because she was the one fitted with the analytical components. As mentioned before, Alice was made solely for direct attack and was given minimal socialization and anaylitcial skills. Though her emotions were as close as possible to being human. She felt love, even though she wasn't programmed to...<br/><br/>""I do hope he was able to wake up in time to escape."" she said very softly after, then she turned to Kyle with a curious stare.<br/><br/>Even with the mention of his own power, she couldn't seem to find out what was going on here. Alice giggled and responded to his smile with another. ""W-wow..."" she stammered. If she were truly human right now, then she'd be blushing. But she just couldn't. ""That's... That's close, isn't it?.."" she continued, then saw Natalia from the corner of her eye. She was standing at the doorway, giving Alice a funny look. Alice frowned, and Natalia rolled her eyes again and went to the kitchen.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">She's clueless...</span>thought Natalia as she went looking through the food in the fridge. Not because she was going to eat, but because she wanted to look normal, too. They weren't all that different. The police had promised all four of them their own normal lives once the program was scrapped."
860,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=50,2014-11-24T03:53:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22547681#p22547681"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Alice chuckled again lightly and nodded her head. ""Yes, maybe he is. I don't know... I liked his voice, too."" she said, but still... She couldn't piece things together. Natalia already knew what was going on, because she was the one fitted with the analytical components. As mentioned before, Alice was made solely for direct attack and was given minimal socialization and anaylitcial skills. Though her emotions were as close as possible to being human. She felt love, even though she wasn't programmed to...<br/><br/>""I do hope he was able to wake up in time to escape."" she said very softly after, then she turned to Kyle with a curious stare.<br/><br/>Even with the mention of his own power, she couldn't seem to find out what was going on here. Alice giggled and responded to his smile with another. ""W-wow..."" she stammered. If she were truly human right now, then she'd be blushing. But she just couldn't. ""That's... That's close, isn't it?.."" she continued, then saw Natalia from the corner of her eye. She was standing at the doorway, giving Alice a funny look. Alice frowned, and Natalia rolled her eyes again and went to the kitchen. <br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">She's clueless...</span> thought Natalia as she went looking through the food in the fridge. Not because she was going to eat, but because she wanted to look normal, too. They weren't all that different. The police had promised all four of them their own normal lives once the program was scrapped.</div></blockquote><br/>""Close?"" He asked, his expression becoming more confused. Right now he was mentally resisting the urge to chuckle and groan at his situation. She had some sort of crush on his alter ego, and she had just confessed it to his face. He was sorely tempted to confess he was Typhoon to her for some reason...<span style=""font-style: italic"">Eh. I'l give it some time. In fact, I might not need to tell her.</span>He thought.<span style=""font-style: italic"">She doesn't need to know about my past, she's a nice girl after all. Nice people don't survive long around the Queen...</span>"
861,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=50,2014-11-24T04:42:00,Saestea,"Alice Verlaine, 2027<br/>""You two are... Kind of the same..."" she mumbled, then her eyes widened. She gasped, looking up at Kyle. Taking a step back, she then looked around for Natalia to find some assurance. Now she knew why... But she was no longer standing at the doorway leading into the apartment.<br/><br/>""I-It's... It's<span style=""font-style: italic"">you</span>!"" she blurted out, pressing her hands against her cheeks. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">You're Typhoon</span>!"" At the moment, she seemed very, very surprised, but somehow in a good way. Her face showed fear and a little bit of irritation, but she was happy. Why was he here? Did he follow her? Who was he, really? Then, because she felt it was the right thing to do, the held a hand out and poked Kyle's face. It was real. He wasn't a dream... No, synthetics didn't have dreams.<br/><br/>""It's really you..."" she said softly, her pupils seemingly changed into hearts as she spoke."
862,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=50,2014-11-24T05:11:00,Islamic Republic e Jariri,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22543889#p22543889"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Evans Siblings / Shiloh Haverfield, 2027</span></span></div><br/>""Yeah,"" Mia nodded. ""I told him to cut it out, but he isn't into anything else... He doesn't want to go to college either."" she shrugged. ""You know him. I tried everything. It's not working.""<br/><br/>After moving to Washington, Matt realized he wasn't good at anything else, so he decided to live a life of action that would really pay. He started sweeping up streets under police supervision, but his work started to slow down once some synthetic division(Alice and her sisters) was established. Nonetheless, he continues, getting paid by the station and sometimes taking from more notorious criminals as a bonus. <br/><br/>""He's probably downstairs right now... I mean, he called me earlier saying he was going to come over to pick me up after I was done here."" added Mia, glancing out the window as if Matthew was there.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">That's hardly a sustainable life plan in the long term. More importantly going after the kingpins of the Washington Underworld as a lone vigilante will put him under the direct line of fire. I just hope he doesn't get in too deep... if he's bent on staying a vigilante he should only be targeting smaller fish.</span><br/><br/>His arms and legs began to feel better and so he let go of the IV stand, finding he could now stand just fine without it. His healing wasn't entirely gone but it was a lot slower now. Glancing over the clock above Shiloh's bed he saw that the time was 12:14 AM.<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>""Keep out of this? No way. Fuck safe and secure, and my life has never been normal or very happy.""Jessica shook her head. ""Honestly, you could use me taking a few bullets for you. You healing factor is on the fritz and I have nothing better to do."" Plus, she really hated the idea of Damien getting hurt. She saw he could regenerate, but she knew it was painful for him. He was perhaps one of the few people she could even really call a friend. <br/><br/>She sighed, tilting her head back and drinking some soda. ""If you're really concerned about me getting diced by Miss Spoon Bender, and you shouldn't, I could just help you with the rest of the Red Kings empire you were talking about.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">So she's noticed after all how my healing has slowed down...</span><br/><br/>Damien himself was technically in more danger now than when he first arrived into the city. With his own immortality healing factor malfunctioning like this, along with Quicksilver knowing he was in the city and with obvious gang wars coming up soon due to the death of the Red King, his investigation of the Washington Underworld now had him in even deeper waters, with the possibility of staking his very life on the line.<br/><br/>He sighed: ''We'll talk about this later,'' he said to Jessica before turning to Mia, his eyes making it clear he wanted to see Mitchell."
863,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=50,2014-11-24T05:32:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22548218#p22548218"">wrote</a>:</cite>Alice Verlaine, 2027<br/>""You two are... Kind of the same..."" she mumbled, then her eyes widened. She gasped, looking up at Kyle. Taking a step back, she then looked around for Natalia to find some assurance. Now she knew why... But she was no longer standing at the doorway leading into the apartment.<br/><br/>""I-It's... It's <span style=""font-style: italic"">you</span>!"" she blurted out, pressing her hands against her cheeks. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">You're Typhoon</span>!"" At the moment, she seemed very, very surprised, but somehow in a good way. Her face showed fear and a little bit of irritation, but she was happy. Why was he here? Did he follow her? Who was he, really? Then, because she felt it was the right thing to do, the held a hand out and poked Kyle's face. It was real. He wasn't a dream... No, synthetics didn't have dreams.<br/><br/>""It's really you..."" she said softly, her pupils seemingly changed into hearts as she spoke.</div></blockquote><br/>He grinned, part cheeky and confident and... part soft and with some genuine joy. He then nodded. ""Was the part you said about regretting beating me up true?"" He asked, then sighed his face becoming serious. ""I don't intend to hurt you, nor do I intend to do any more crimes in the near future. In fact, I intend to turn over a new leaf, to change my life for the better.""<br/><br/>""If you're still not convinced and want to turn me in, I'd have to refuse. I'd rather not go to Jail now that I have a new purpose in life."" He then looked to the left awkwardly.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Plus, if I went to jail... Silvey would find me.</span><br/><br/>If you're wondering why Helen didn't hear any of this with her enhanced senses, it was because she thought she might as well make use of her time in the bathroom and have a nice hot bath. She had locked the door, and was far too relaxed to hear or care about what was happening in the main room.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Islamic Republic e Jariri <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22548319#p22548319"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22543889#p22543889"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Evans Siblings / Shiloh Haverfield, 2027</span></span></div><br/>""Yeah,"" Mia nodded. ""I told him to cut it out, but he isn't into anything else... He doesn't want to go to college either."" she shrugged. ""You know him. I tried everything. It's not working.""<br/><br/>After moving to Washington, Matt realized he wasn't good at anything else, so he decided to live a life of action that would really pay. He started sweeping up streets under police supervision, but his work started to slow down once some synthetic division(Alice and her sisters) was established. Nonetheless, he continues, getting paid by the station and sometimes taking from more notorious criminals as a bonus. <br/><br/>""He's probably downstairs right now... I mean, he called me earlier saying he was going to come over to pick me up after I was done here."" added Mia, glancing out the window as if Matthew was there.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">That's hardly a sustainable life plan in the long term. More importantly going after the kingpins of the Washington Underworld as a lone vigilante will put him under the direct line of fire. I just hope he doesn't get in too deep... if he's bent on staying a vigilante he should only be targeting smaller fish.</span><br/><br/>His arms and legs began to feel better and so he let go of the IV stand, finding he could now stand just fine without it. His healing wasn't entirely gone but it was a lot slower now. Glancing over the clock above Shiloh's bed he saw that the time was 12:14 AM. <br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>""Keep out of this? No way. Fuck safe and secure, and my life has never been normal or very happy.""Jessica shook her head. ""Honestly, you could use me taking a few bullets for you. You healing factor is on the fritz and I have nothing better to do."" Plus, she really hated the idea of Damien getting hurt. She saw he could regenerate, but she knew it was painful for him. He was perhaps one of the few people she could even really call a friend. <br/><br/>She sighed, tilting her head back and drinking some soda. ""If you're really concerned about me getting diced by Miss Spoon Bender, and you shouldn't, I could just help you with the rest of the Red Kings empire you were talking about.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">So she's noticed after all how my healing has slowed down...</span><br/><br/>Damien himself was technically in more danger now than when he first arrived into the city. With his own immortality healing factor malfunctioning like this, along with Quicksilver knowing he was in the city and with obvious gang wars coming up soon due to the death of the Red King, his investigation of the Washington Underworld now had him in even deeper waters, with the possibility of staking his very life on the line. <br/><br/>He sighed: ''We'll talk about this later,'' he said to Jessica before turning to Mia, his eyes making it clear he wanted to see Mitchell.</div></blockquote><br/>""Fine."" She replied, then narrowed her eyes slightly and cocked her head. She was curious as to how her friend knew the Queen of half the Washington underground. ""How did you meet the Silver Queen? I mean you obvious have before, because you seem to be pretty familiar with her."" After the question, she hopped off the bed."
864,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=50,2014-11-24T06:21:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Alice looked down. It was true. Surprisingly, she made no move to attack at all. In fact, she was immobilized. She looked down at her feet, wondering how a human would react in this situation. Distantly hearing his question, she looked up and answered rather briskly, ""Y-yes! A-and... I'm... I'm glad to know that you got away...""<br/><br/>Now aware of Kyle's intentions Alice smiled. Her purple eyes sparkled, and she took both of his hands, anime-style. ""You are very lawful, sir."" she said in a state of bliss, feeling that strange warmth washing over her again. That very unnatural feeling of heat within her metallic body. ""I believe you..."" she mumbled, looking down at his hands. ""But... What would Helen say?.. I mean, oops!"" she covered her mouth and glanced back at the bathroom door. She expected to see Helen glaring out at her, waving a fist, but saw no one. She sighed with relief.<br/><br/>Alice returned to admiring Kyle.. He wasn't extremely handsome like she fantasized, imagining what she would find under the mask. He was just fine. His smile was gentle, and so was his voice. Why the hell did it take her so damn long to realize that?..<br/>Anyway, it was fine now and-- Wait, no... It wasn't all fine. Alice remembered what she was and sighed deeply. There was no chance that a human could ever fall in love with a robot... She let go of his hands and kept her eyes on the floor, making strange, unrealistic crying noises again, like when she flopped onto the ground after leaving the Tornado brothers unconscious."
865,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=50,2014-11-24T06:35:00,Islamic Republic e Jariri,"<blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22548385#p22548385"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Fine."" She replied, then narrowed her eyes slightly and cocked her head. She was curious as to how her friend knew the Queen of half the Washington underground. ""How did you meet the Silver Queen? I mean you obvious have before, because you seem to be pretty familiar with her."" After the question, she hopped off the bed.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>''I met her long before I met you, she was just a child back then, in the Sanctioned Program and considered by many a prodigy,'' began Damien.<br/><br/>''I don't know about her past before the Sanctioned but she was admitted into the program about two years before I was. Even as a young girl back then she was trained to become a ruthlessly efficient killer for the Order and went by the codename 'Dagger'. We were often deployed along with other Sanctioned agents to undertake various missions around the world. Fourteen years ago I was stationed in this very city, along with her as well as a few others to investigate rebel activity. I was a Sanctioned Initiate back then and I saw first hand how skilled she evidently was.<br/><br/>She was never exactly 'normal' per se but she certainly wasn't as consumed by the madness back then as she is now. I mether again some years after the Order collapsed, in the city of Millersville where I met the Evans. I didn't recognize her at first but when I witnessed her metalkinesis combined with her knife throwing skills I began to have my suspicions which were eventually confirmed after I went temporarily from my last battle with Dr Mosley my sixth sense was powerfully amplified to balance out the loss and it was from there I could<span style=""font-style: italic"">sense</span>that this Quicksilver individual as none other than Dagger herself. But she changed into the worst form possible, her body had grown a lot stronger but her mind... it was like... brittle glass. She is<span style=""font-style: italic"">not</span>to be underestimated, not at all. You need years, if not<span style=""font-style: italic"">decades</span>of experience to come on par with her.''<br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">My old friend James was there back when I fought her in Wilson's apartment, exposure to the Madness must have had detrimental side effects to her sanity. It was difficult enough for me to close him out as much as I could... but for someone like Quicksilver to be exposed to the Madness... its both empowering as well as disfranchising. Still, I don't think she's completely gone, if I try maybe I could resurface her humanity, she couldn't possibly be fully devoid of a heart could she? She did save me from the mercury poison. Either way she's come too close for comfort with the Madness and the damage may even be permanent...</span><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">2013</span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-style: italic"">BOOOOM!</span></span><br/><br/>X10 leaped out of the car before the grenade launcher fired, narrowly avoiding the explosion. He unsheathed his long blade and prepared to fight. At least one of them was needed alive, probably the fat man from whom information about the rebellion could be extracted. The five men stepped out the silver car and pointed their guns at the direction of the three Sanctioned agents.<br/><br/>''This is the end of the line for you kids,'' grinned the fat man.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! <br/>BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! <br/>BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! </span>"
866,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=50,2014-11-24T06:36:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Evans Siblings / Shiloh Haverfield, 2027</span></span></div><br/>To Damien, Mia gave a simple nod and opened the door, walking out into the corridor past him. She waited there, and Shiloh followed. He had an exceptionally stubborn look on his face as he waited on Damien. Mia didn't seem to mind him at all. But that was because from this angle, he really did look like Mitchell. His hair was a brighter shade of orange, but Mia's emotion and yearning to see her brother awake again was causing strange hallucinations that actually made her happy. When she snapped out of it, she was crushed. She would give anything to see Mitchell as his 13 year-old self again. So that he could live out his years with his siblings...<br/><br/>""Look, Damien... I'm not sure if this'll work, but... You'll need a different name. If Matt finds out that you're here, he'll... I don't know what he'll do..."" she admitted to him as she wiped her face with her sleeve."
867,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=50,2014-11-24T07:44:00,Islamic Republic e Jariri,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22548677#p22548677"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Evans Siblings / Shiloh Haverfield, 2027</span></span></div><br/>To Damien, Mia gave a simple nod and opened the door, walking out into the corridor past him. She waited there, and Shiloh followed. He had an exceptionally stubborn look on his face as he waited on Damien. Mia didn't seem to mind him at all. But that was because from this angle, he really did look like Mitchell. His hair was a brighter shade of orange, but Mia's emotion and yearning to see her brother awake again was causing strange hallucinations that actually made her happy. When she snapped out of it, she was crushed. She would give anything to see Mitchell as his 13 year-old self again. So that he could live out his years with his siblings...<br/><br/>""Look, Damien... I'm not sure if this'll work, but... You'll need a different name. If Matt finds out that you're here, he'll... I don't know what he'll do..."" she admitted to him as she wiped her face with her sleeve.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>''Perhaps its for the best,'' agreed Damien. The last thing he needed was risking conflict with Mia's brother, so he needed both a name change as well as a disguise. Mia recognized him<span style=""font-style: italic"">too</span>instantly after being estranged for seven years. But how was he going to get a last minute disguise? As he stood occupied with his thoughts, he glanced by Mia and his eyes widened at a realization.<br/><br/>''Your<span style=""font-style: italic"">mascara</span>,'' he said approaching her more closely. ''Let me see it.''"
868,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=50,2014-11-24T16:01:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22548617#p22548617"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Alice looked down. It was true. Surprisingly, she made no move to attack at all. In fact, she was immobilized. She looked down at her feet, wondering how a human would react in this situation. Distantly hearing his question, she looked up and answered rather briskly, ""Y-yes! A-and... I'm... I'm glad to know that you got away...""<br/><br/>Now aware of Kyle's intentions Alice smiled. Her purple eyes sparkled, and she took both of his hands, anime-style. ""You are very lawful, sir."" she said in a state of bliss, feeling that strange warmth washing over her again. That very unnatural feeling of heat within her metallic body. ""I believe you..."" she mumbled, looking down at his hands. ""But... What would Helen say?.. I mean, oops!"" she covered her mouth and glanced back at the bathroom door. She expected to see Helen glaring out at her, waving a fist, but saw no one. She sighed with relief.<br/><br/>Alice returned to admiring Kyle.. He wasn't extremely handsome like she fantasized, imagining what she would find under the mask. He was just fine. His smile was gentle, and so was his voice. Why the hell did it take her so damn long to realize that?..<br/>Anyway, it was fine now and-- Wait, no... It wasn't all fine. Alice remembered what she was and sighed deeply. There was no chance that a human could ever fall in love with a robot... She let go of his hands and kept her eyes on the floor, making strange, unrealistic crying noises again, like when she flopped onto the ground after leaving the Tornado brothers unconscious.</div></blockquote><br/>""Hey..."" Kyle said softly, grabbing her hands again and drawing her a little closer. At first he wasn't sure what was wrong with her, but then he realised, he had been an idiot. She had been talking about how much she liked Typhoon and was obviously infatuated with him, yet he probably, to her, didn't seem to be returning those feelings, though he really did like her. ""Don't... please don't cry."" He pleaded. He had felt uncomfortable seeing her sad and so he hated seeing her cry.<br/><br/>""I... umm... huh..."" He found himself stumbling for words, revealing he wasn't quite as confident as he had pretended to be. His only dating experience was with a real pychopath, so he was understandably nervous about this. ""I know we barely know each other, but can we give this whole... thing a try? You seem... You're really nice and... I really like you. Can we..."" He continued stumbling over his words. Looking for something to convey what he meant.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Islamic Republic e Jariri <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22548670#p22548670"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22548385#p22548385"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Fine."" She replied, then narrowed her eyes slightly and cocked her head. She was curious as to how her friend knew the Queen of half the Washington underground. ""How did you meet the Silver Queen? I mean you obvious have before, because you seem to be pretty familiar with her."" After the question, she hopped off the bed.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>''I met her long before I met you, she was just a child back then, in the Sanctioned Program and considered by many a prodigy,'' began Damien.<br/><br/>''I don't know about her past before the Sanctioned but she was admitted into the program about two years before I was. Even as a young girl back then she was trained to become a ruthlessly efficient killer for the Order and went by the codename 'Dagger'. We were often deployed along with other Sanctioned agents to undertake various missions around the world. Fourteen years ago I was stationed in this very city, along with her as well as a few others to investigate rebel activity. I was a Sanctioned Initiate back then and I saw first hand how skilled she evidently was. <br/><br/>She was never exactly 'normal' per se but she certainly wasn't as consumed by the madness back then as she is now. I mether again some years after the Order collapsed, in the city of Millersville where I met the Evans. I didn't recognize her at first but when I witnessed her metalkinesis combined with her knife throwing skills I began to have my suspicions which were eventually confirmed after I went temporarily from my last battle with Dr Mosley my sixth sense was powerfully amplified to balance out the loss and it was from there I could <span style=""font-style: italic"">sense</span> that this Quicksilver individual as none other than Dagger herself. But she changed into the worst form possible, her body had grown a lot stronger but her mind... it was like... brittle glass. She is <span style=""font-style: italic"">not</span> to be underestimated, not at all. You need years, if not <span style=""font-style: italic"">decades</span> of experience to come on par with her.''<br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">My old friend James was there back when I fought her in Wilson's apartment, exposure to the Madness must have had detrimental side effects to her sanity. It was difficult enough for me to close him out as much as I could... but for someone like Quicksilver to be exposed to the Madness... its both empowering as well as disfranchising. Still, I don't think she's completely gone, if I try maybe I could resurface her humanity, she couldn't possibly be fully devoid of a heart could she? She did save me from the mercury poison. Either way she's come too close for comfort with the Madness and the damage may even be permanent...</span><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">2013</span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-style: italic"">BOOOOM!</span></span><br/><br/>X10 leaped out of the car before the grenade launcher fired, narrowly avoiding the explosion. He unsheathed his long blade and prepared to fight. At least one of them was needed alive, probably the fat man from whom information about the rebellion could be extracted. The five men stepped out the silver car and pointed their guns at the direction of the three Sanctioned agents. <br/><br/>''This is the end of the line for you kids,'' grinned the fat man.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! <br/>BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! <br/>BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! </span></div></blockquote><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">2013</span></div><br/>Ghast had also leapt out of the vehicle, and now found herself facing the five gunmen. She managed to find some cover for the first volley of bullets, then let her voice ring out staring strait at them with her fear gaze activated. ""As a sanctioned I use my authority to order you to cease firing and drop your weapons. Refuse, and you will suffer..."""
869,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=50,2014-11-24T17:07:00,Islamic Republic e Jariri,"<blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22554334#p22554334"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">2013</span></div><br/>Ghast had also leapt out of the vehicle, and now found herself facing the five gunmen. She managed to find some cover for the first volley of bullets, then let her voice ring out staring strait at them with her fear gaze activated. ""As a sanctioned I use my authority to order you to cease firing and drop your weapons. Refuse, and you will suffer...""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>''Screw you b***h! Like hell we'll surrender to a bunch a little kids playing the Order's watchdogs!''<br/><br/>''Yeah, you Sanctioned make me sick! Fighting against the rebellion that's trying to<span style=""font-style: italic"">save</span>you from being enslaved by this damn world government!''<br/><br/>X10 heard reloading sounds from behind the cover of another car and knew there was not a moment to spare. Immediately he dashed forward towards them, his legs sprinting at a rapid pace and his long blade unsheathed. He came at them at blinding speed but one of the men managed to reload his pistol in time.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">BANG! BANG! BANG!</span>X10 reflexively dodged the first bullet, then let the other two hit him which pierced right through him and exited opposite.<br/><br/>''How... is he still standing...?''<br/><br/>Before he knew it, X10 had dashed right in front of him, his calm and serious expression unwavering.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Slash!</span></span><br/><br/>''AAAAAAAAAAAAAAH!'' shrieked the man, with blood pouring out from where his right forearm once was. He stumbled back and X10 promptly delivered another blow, this time to his upper arm, stabbing it directly against a specific nerve region.<br/><br/>''Uhhhh....''<br/><br/>''You won't be feeling what's left of your arm for quite a while,'' said Damien, as he pulled his blade out.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Click!</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">What..?</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">BANG!</span><br/><br/>The other man, this one with a ponytail held a shotgun to the side of X10's head and pulled the trigger before his target could even blink an eye. At this close range the damage was strong enough to send the boy's head flying off his body and his brains scattered across the wall.<br/><br/>''That's one down,'' smiled the fat man before aiming out two SMG guns.<br/>''I'm afraid you're badly outnumbered with the two of you against the four of us who can still draw a gun,'' he added glancing over to the man with sliced off forearm who had entered into a dazed state of mind from the shock."
870,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=50,2014-11-24T23:30:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Zachary Foster, 2013</span></span></div><br/>Unfortunately, Zachary was unable to exit the car before the grenade launcher was fired. His body dispersed into drops of silverish liquid and reappeared behind the wreck. He then casually moved closer to his teammates, not as interested, but definitely driven to kill. It was an effect given by the Sanctioning process. He sighed and smiled at the suppliers as they opened fire on his squad. Unlike them, he didn't move an inch, and no bullets hit him. Though they didn't seem to notice just yet. Zach just watched them.<br/><br/>He flinched when X10, his squad's strategist, lost his head. He knew it wouldn't be too big of a loss though. In fact, it wouldn't be a loss at all. He'd be back in a few minutes or seconds. Listening to the fat man, he smirked. His eyes glowed white beneath his hood as he eyed them carefully. A stream of white liquid began to drip from his right hand, and from it arose a duplicate of himself. And it had a gun.<br/><br/>""You're clearly underestimating us.. Why do you think the Order created us? Purified us, I mean. We're all very...<span style=""font-style: italic"">Efficient</span>."" the duplicate with the gun fired a shot at the ponytail man's head, killing him in an instant. Then, he turned into a dog... Wolf... Something... Zach did as well. Both had silver fur and pink noses. Then, in a human voice the other one said, ""Who needs a gun anyway?"""
871,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=50,2014-11-25T01:27:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Islamic Republic e Jariri <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22555121#p22555121"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22554334#p22554334"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">2013</span></div><br/>Ghast had also leapt out of the vehicle, and now found herself facing the five gunmen. She managed to find some cover for the first volley of bullets, then let her voice ring out staring strait at them with her fear gaze activated. ""As a sanctioned I use my authority to order you to cease firing and drop your weapons. Refuse, and you will suffer...""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>''Screw you b***h! Like hell we'll surrender to a bunch a little kids playing the Order's watchdogs!''<br/><br/>''Yeah, you Sanctioned make me sick! Fighting against the rebellion that's trying to <span style=""font-style: italic"">save</span> you from being enslaved by this damn world government!''<br/><br/>X10 heard reloading sounds from behind the cover of another car and knew there was not a moment to spare. Immediately he dashed forward towards them, his legs sprinting at a rapid pace and his long blade unsheathed. He came at them at blinding speed but one of the men managed to reload his pistol in time.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">BANG! BANG! BANG!</span> X10 reflexively dodged the first bullet, then let the other two hit him which pierced right through him and exited opposite.<br/><br/>''How... is he still standing...?''<br/><br/>Before he knew it, X10 had dashed right in front of him, his calm and serious expression unwavering.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Slash!</span></span> <br/><br/>''AAAAAAAAAAAAAAH!'' shrieked the man, with blood pouring out from where his right forearm once was. He stumbled back and X10 promptly delivered another blow, this time to his upper arm, stabbing it directly against a specific nerve region. <br/><br/>''Uhhhh....''<br/><br/>''You won't be feeling what's left of your arm for quite a while,'' said Damien, as he pulled his blade out. <br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Click!</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">What..?</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">BANG!</span><br/><br/>The other man, this one with a ponytail held a shotgun to the side of X10's head and pulled the trigger before his target could even blink an eye. At this close range the damage was strong enough to send the boy's head flying off his body and his brains scattered across the wall.<br/><br/>''That's one down,'' smiled the fat man before aiming out two SMG guns. <br/>''I'm afraid you're badly outnumbered with the two of you against the four of us who can still draw a gun,'' he added glancing over to the man with sliced off forearm who had entered into a dazed state of mind from the shock.</div></blockquote><br/>""Maybe I didn't make myself clear."" Ghast had managed to get next to one of them while they were distracted by Jack. As the man looked over to her eyes, and his eyes widened as he moved his gun to point at her, but she merely took it from his hands and threw it away. He gritted his teeth and tried to punch her, when the girl merely grabbed his arm, tearing it off with a sound akin to wet toilet paper. She then pounced on him and began ripping him apart with her teeth, devouring what she could, her teeth ending his struggles with paralytic venom. He luckily died of shock before he could be devoured in earnest. Blood caked her and the ground. She left the unfinished meal as she stood up again. A smile on her face which was covered in blood. Her fear gaze was on, so now anyone who made eye contact with her would find their hands trembling and themselves weakening.<br/><br/>""Now... which of you wants to feed me next?"""
872,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=50,2014-11-25T11:27:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Evans Siblings / Shiloh Haverfield, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Shiloh was already emotional and calming himself after the lady hugged him, but following the two with his eyes he saw Damien asking for<span style=""font-style: italic"">mascara</span>and began to giggle. He covered his mouth so as not to be noticed but Mia spotted him anyway and shrugged it off. When her brothers were younger they were like that as well, and she'd learned to be patient with them. Shiloh was no different, seeing as he was only a year younger than her twin brothers were in Millersville. Despite this, she gave Damien a strange look, but caught on quickly. She wasn't stupid. She made sure that her knowledge of things was much wider now that she was an adult. Without a word, she handed him the mascara that she'd lazily dropped in her pocket.<br/><br/>""I think you should think up a name of your own."" she told him, crossing her arms again. ""Matt will know if I do it for you.""<br/><br/>Meanwhile, Shiloh watched, dumbstruck as Damien seemed serious about putting on the make-up. He started laughing again, to the point that he could no longer hold it in and clutched his stomach. Mia, staying silent, glared at him like she would at Matthew when he was being a jerk-off, and he shut up and turned away. Mia shrugged and was surprised that worked. She was pretty sure it only worked on Matthew..."
873,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=50,2014-11-25T11:52:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>For a second, Alice stopped her strange weeping and looked up at Kyle, shocked. ""Would you?.."" she asked him quietly, ""But... Do you know..? Do you know what I am?..""<br/><br/>She was happy that he thought she was nice.. And that he liked her.. But what if he found out what she was? Would he still?.. And she didn't want to lie about herself either. That wouldn't be lawful at all. Alice sighed. Life really was unfair. At this moment she craved for human heat and breath. She didn't give two sh*ts if ever she lost her powers and her ability to create guns. It didn't matter. She wanted to be<span style=""font-style: italic"">real</span>. Now, seeing her sister from the kitchen, Natalia gave a sigh. She knew that turning a robot into a real person through conventional methods was impossible. There was no way, yet the police had promised. It sucked and everything, but they didn't have a choice."
874,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=50,2014-11-25T13:04:00,Islamic Republic e Jariri,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22566219#p22566219"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Evans Siblings / Shiloh Haverfield, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Shiloh was already emotional and calming himself after the lady hugged him, but following the two with his eyes he saw Damien asking for <span style=""font-style: italic"">mascara</span> and began to giggle. He covered his mouth so as not to be noticed but Mia spotted him anyway and shrugged it off. When her brothers were younger they were like that as well, and she'd learned to be patient with them. Shiloh was no different, seeing as he was only a year younger than her twin brothers were in Millersville. Despite this, she gave Damien a strange look, but caught on quickly. She wasn't stupid. She made sure that her knowledge of things was much wider now that she was an adult. Without a word, she handed him the mascara that she'd lazily dropped in her pocket. <br/><br/>""I think you should think up a name of your own."" she told him, crossing her arms again. ""Matt will know if I do it for you."" <br/><br/>Meanwhile, Shiloh watched, dumbstruck as Damien seemed serious about putting on the make-up. He started laughing again, to the point that he could no longer hold it in and clutched his stomach. Mia, staying silent, glared at him like she would at Matthew when he was being a jerk-off, and he shut up and turned away. Mia shrugged and was surprised that worked. She was pretty sure it only worked on Matthew...</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Gold mascara, an odd but convenient choice for my default hair color,</span>thought Damien as he given the make up utility.<br/><br/>''If its a disguise I need, then its a disguise I'll get,'' he said observing the the state of the mascara brush. This would be quick, easy and hopefully effective. He noticed Shiloh giggling at Mia handing him the mascara. He obviously had some wrong and weird idea of what Damien intended to do with it.<br/><br/>''Don't go anywhere,'' said Damien stepping out of the room and into the hospital hallway. He heard a flushing sound emitting from nearby and saw a man in a wheelchair exiting a disabled toilet room. Damien hurriedly scurried in there and locked himself inside. Not many people knew, but the chemical properties of mascara can mimic the effects of hair dye, albeit only temporarily and could be removed by a simple shampoo wash.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">I can't believe she actually let me use it...</span><br/><br/>A few minutes later he came back into the room, with a new appearance.<br/><br/>''How's this?'' he asked. His hair was damp and was no longer dark brown but golden blonde, which even glittered slightly. He had however, used up<span style=""font-style: italic"">all</span>of the mascara Mia had given him. Hopefully she wouldn't mind, the disguise was<span style=""font-style: italic"">her</span>idea.<br/><br/>''Lets see now... I'll be,'' he coughed before saying, in a thick french accent: ''Alistair du Fontaine?''<br/><br/>Over a hundreds after they first met in Beijing, Alistair was still managed to help Damien, even though he was long dead."
875,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=50,2014-11-25T15:46:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22566625#p22566625"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>For a second, Alice stopped her strange weeping and looked up at Kyle, shocked. ""Would you?.."" she asked him quietly, ""But... Do you know..? Do you know what I am?.."" <br/><br/>She was happy that he thought she was nice.. And that he liked her.. But what if he found out what she was? Would he still?.. And she didn't want to lie about herself either. That wouldn't be lawful at all. Alice sighed. Life really was unfair. At this moment she craved for human heat and breath. She didn't give two sh*ts if ever she lost her powers and her ability to create guns. It didn't matter. She wanted to be <span style=""font-style: italic"">real</span>. Now, seeing her sister from the kitchen, Natalia gave a sigh. She knew that turning a robot into a real person through conventional methods was impossible. There was no way, yet the police had promised. It sucked and everything, but they didn't have a choice.</div></blockquote><br/>Kyle paused, looking at her again, with more confusion. ""What… do you mean 'what you are'?."" He replied, unsure of what she meant. Then he paused for a few seconds and smiled slightly. ""Whatever you mean… I don't think it will matter. This feels… right."" He found himself looking at her beautiful face and finding very hard to turn away. She was definitely cute and Kyle found himself just as infatuated with her as she was with him.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Islamic Republic e Jariri <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22567556#p22567556"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22566219#p22566219"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Evans Siblings / Shiloh Haverfield, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Shiloh was already emotional and calming himself after the lady hugged him, but following the two with his eyes he saw Damien asking for <span style=""font-style: italic"">mascara</span> and began to giggle. He covered his mouth so as not to be noticed but Mia spotted him anyway and shrugged it off. When her brothers were younger they were like that as well, and she'd learned to be patient with them. Shiloh was no different, seeing as he was only a year younger than her twin brothers were in Millersville. Despite this, she gave Damien a strange look, but caught on quickly. She wasn't stupid. She made sure that her knowledge of things was much wider now that she was an adult. Without a word, she handed him the mascara that she'd lazily dropped in her pocket. <br/><br/>""I think you should think up a name of your own."" she told him, crossing her arms again. ""Matt will know if I do it for you."" <br/><br/>Meanwhile, Shiloh watched, dumbstruck as Damien seemed serious about putting on the make-up. He started laughing again, to the point that he could no longer hold it in and clutched his stomach. Mia, staying silent, glared at him like she would at Matthew when he was being a jerk-off, and he shut up and turned away. Mia shrugged and was surprised that worked. She was pretty sure it only worked on Matthew...</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Gold mascara, an odd but convenient choice for my default hair color,</span> thought Damien as he given the make up utility. <br/><br/>''If its a disguise I need, then its a disguise I'll get,'' he said observing the the state of the mascara brush. This would be quick, easy and hopefully effective. He noticed Shiloh giggling at Mia handing him the mascara. He obviously had some wrong and weird idea of what Damien intended to do with it. <br/><br/>''Don't go anywhere,'' said Damien stepping out of the room and into the hospital hallway. He heard a flushing sound emitting from nearby and saw a man in a wheelchair exiting a disabled toilet room. Damien hurriedly scurried in there and locked himself inside. Not many people knew, but the chemical properties of mascara can mimic the effects of hair dye, albeit only temporarily and could be removed by a simple shampoo wash. <br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">I can't believe she actually let me use it...</span><br/><br/>A few minutes later he came back into the room, with a new appearance.<br/><br/>''How's this?'' he asked. His hair was damp and was no longer dark brown but golden blonde, which even glittered slightly. He had however, used up <span style=""font-style: italic"">all</span> of the mascara Mia had given him. Hopefully she wouldn't mind, the disguise was <span style=""font-style: italic"">her</span> idea. <br/><br/>''Lets see now... I'll be,'' he coughed before saying, in a thick french accent: ''Alistair du Fontaine?''<br/><br/>Over a hundreds after they first met in Beijing, Alistair was still managed to help Damien, even though he was long dead.</div></blockquote><br/>Jessica sighed, then moved towards Mia. She looked up at her, drinking some more soda before crushing the can and tossing it into the garbage. ""So, where did you meet our regenerating friend?"" Jessica asked, trying to make small talk. ""I heard something about Millersville but I kinda left while you guys were talking."""
876,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=50,2014-11-25T18:45:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Evans Siblings / Shiloh Haverfield, 2027</span></span></div><br/>""Don't worry."" Mia assured Damien as he walked past her and into a comfort room to get that make-up on... In his hair, she guessed. Shiloh woud laugh his ass off definitely if he dared to put it elsewhere. Maybe she would laugh, too. She was already smiling.. Then, the blonde girl approached her with a bit of a snarky look, but she was being nice.<br/><br/>""You're right."" replied Mia to Jessica, ""Millersville... This is only the second time we've met, though I was never expecting to see him again after that time."" She shook her head, again wondering what Matthew would say if even he found out who Damien was under his disguise. There would be an argument, then a fight, then someone ending up hurt. She honestly didn't want any of the three of those.<br/><br/>Just then, Damien came back... And Mia<span style=""font-style: italic"">almost</span>didn't recognize him. But it was fine. She smiled, feeling tempted to touch his hair, but didn't. Shiloh looked at him from the room, then came closer. He looked right and left, not seeing Damien. Then he looked at the blonde haired boy.<br/><br/>""Who're you?.."" he asked, pointing.<br/><br/>It was Mia's turn to laugh now, and she did. But not too hard and not too noisy.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Did he seriously not catch on to that? Just how ignorant is he?.. He's almost as bad as Matthew!</span>she thought, covering her mouth as Shiloh gave her a funny look.<br/>Just for fun, she let Damien explain to Shiloh what was going on. If he couldn't recognize Damien, then Matt wouldn't either..."
877,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=50,2014-11-25T18:58:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Did she hear that right?.. Was he lying to try to get her to like him more?.. No... That wouldn't make sense. Not here, of course. Alice looked up at Kyle again, this time her eyes showed shock and disbelief. She had stopped weeping. The smile on his face proved what he had just said. The warmth within her began to well up again, and it felt great. Maybe it didn't matter, after all. Natalia smiled at her from the kitchen counter, looking at a can of orange soda that she couldn't even touch.<br/><br/>""Does it?.."" she asked him, wondering what 'feeling right' meant. But if this was the warmth within her, then maybe she was feeling right as well. But that gloomy look came over her again, briefly, and she looked to the side but didn't take her hands away from Kyle's. She really didn't want to lie about anything.<br/><br/>It took her a moment. She hesitated, but finally looked up at Kyle, straight in his eyes.<br/>""I'm..."" she began nervously, her voice cracking, ""I'm not human... I'm a synthetic, and I work for the police force..."" she admitted finally, expecting Kyle to just say 'oh', and leave the room quietly, like she saw in that old movie. But she prepared for it. Alice had fallen in love, but was more than ready to face rejection. There was no point in trying to right the wrongs anyway..."
878,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=75,2014-11-26T01:35:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22572222#p22572222"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Did she hear that right?.. Was he lying to try to get her to like him more?.. No... That wouldn't make sense. Not here, of course. Alice looked up at Kyle again, this time her eyes showed shock and disbelief. She had stopped weeping. The smile on his face proved what he had just said. The warmth within her began to well up again, and it felt great. Maybe it didn't matter, after all. Natalia smiled at her from the kitchen counter, looking at a can of orange soda that she couldn't even touch. <br/><br/>""Does it?.."" she asked him, wondering what 'feeling right' meant. But if this was the warmth within her, then maybe she was feeling right as well. But that gloomy look came over her again, briefly, and she looked to the side but didn't take her hands away from Kyle's. She really didn't want to lie about anything.<br/><br/>It took her a moment. She hesitated, but finally looked up at Kyle, straight in his eyes. <br/>""I'm..."" she began nervously, her voice cracking, ""I'm not human... I'm a synthetic, and I work for the police force..."" she admitted finally, expecting Kyle to just say 'oh', and leave the room quietly, like she saw in that old movie. But she prepared for it. Alice had fallen in love, but was more than ready to face rejection. There was no point in trying to right the wrongs anyway...</div></blockquote><br/>""A synthetic? Like an android or something?"" He asked, then his eyes widened. His reaction however was not the one Alice would be expecting. ""Thats awesome! Your like Digicop or Silicon Man!"" He replied, his eyes lit up and a smile on his face. He kept this a secret, but he was a massive comic books and sci fi fan. He contained his excitement with some difficultly, still holding Alice, he drew her closer to him.<br/><br/>""In short. It's not a problem. In fact far from it..."" He replied simply, the smile still wide on his face. He suddenly realised how close they were standing and blushed slightly."
879,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=75,2014-11-26T01:40:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Islamic Republic e Jariri <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22567556#p22567556"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22566219#p22566219"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Evans Siblings / Shiloh Haverfield, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Shiloh was already emotional and calming himself after the lady hugged him, but following the two with his eyes he saw Damien asking for <span style=""font-style: italic"">mascara</span> and began to giggle. He covered his mouth so as not to be noticed but Mia spotted him anyway and shrugged it off. When her brothers were younger they were like that as well, and she'd learned to be patient with them. Shiloh was no different, seeing as he was only a year younger than her twin brothers were in Millersville. Despite this, she gave Damien a strange look, but caught on quickly. She wasn't stupid. She made sure that her knowledge of things was much wider now that she was an adult. Without a word, she handed him the mascara that she'd lazily dropped in her pocket. <br/><br/>""I think you should think up a name of your own."" she told him, crossing her arms again. ""Matt will know if I do it for you."" <br/><br/>Meanwhile, Shiloh watched, dumbstruck as Damien seemed serious about putting on the make-up. He started laughing again, to the point that he could no longer hold it in and clutched his stomach. Mia, staying silent, glared at him like she would at Matthew when he was being a jerk-off, and he shut up and turned away. Mia shrugged and was surprised that worked. She was pretty sure it only worked on Matthew...</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Gold mascara, an odd but convenient choice for my default hair color,</span> thought Damien as he given the make up utility. <br/><br/>''If its a disguise I need, then its a disguise I'll get,'' he said observing the the state of the mascara brush. This would be quick, easy and hopefully effective. He noticed Shiloh giggling at Mia handing him the mascara. He obviously had some wrong and weird idea of what Damien intended to do with it. <br/><br/>''Don't go anywhere,'' said Damien stepping out of the room and into the hospital hallway. He heard a flushing sound emitting from nearby and saw a man in a wheelchair exiting a disabled toilet room. Damien hurriedly scurried in there and locked himself inside. Not many people knew, but the chemical properties of mascara can mimic the effects of hair dye, albeit only temporarily and could be removed by a simple shampoo wash. <br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">I can't believe she actually let me use it...</span><br/><br/>A few minutes later he came back into the room, with a new appearance.<br/><br/>''How's this?'' he asked. His hair was damp and was no longer dark brown but golden blonde, which even glittered slightly. He had however, used up <span style=""font-style: italic"">all</span> of the mascara Mia had given him. Hopefully she wouldn't mind, the disguise was <span style=""font-style: italic"">her</span> idea. <br/><br/>''Lets see now... I'll be,'' he coughed before saying, in a thick french accent: ''Alistair du Fontaine?''<br/><br/>Over a hundreds after they first met in Beijing, Alistair was still managed to help Damien, even though he was long dead.</div></blockquote><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22572079#p22572079"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Evans Siblings / Shiloh Haverfield, 2027</span></span></div><br/>""Don't worry."" Mia assured Damien as he walked past her and into a comfort room to get that make-up on... In his hair, she guessed. Shiloh woud laugh his ass off definitely if he dared to put it elsewhere. Maybe she would laugh, too. She was already smiling.. Then, the blonde girl approached her with a bit of a snarky look, but she was being nice.<br/><br/>""You're right."" replied Mia to Jessica, ""Millersville... This is only the second time we've met, though I was never expecting to see him again after that time."" She shook her head, again wondering what Matthew would say if even he found out who Damien was under his disguise. There would be an argument, then a fight, then someone ending up hurt. She honestly didn't want any of the three of those. <br/><br/>Just then, Damien came back... And Mia <span style=""font-style: italic"">almost</span> didn't recognize him. But it was fine. She smiled, feeling tempted to touch his hair, but didn't. Shiloh looked at him from the room, then came closer. He looked right and left, not seeing Damien. Then he looked at the blonde haired boy. <br/><br/>""Who're you?.."" he asked, pointing. <br/><br/>It was Mia's turn to laugh now, and she did. But not too hard and not too noisy. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Did he seriously not catch on to that? Just how ignorant is he?.. He's almost as bad as Matthew!</span> she thought, covering her mouth as Shiloh gave her a funny look.<br/>Just for fun, she let Damien explain to Shiloh what was going on. If he couldn't recognize Damien, then Matt wouldn't either...</div></blockquote><br/>Jessica was about to reply to Mia, when she noticed Damien. She smiled slighty and shook his head, a slightly chuckle emnating from her throat. She had never imagined Damien as a blonde. But what Shiloh said was even more hilarious. ""Really?"" She asked, looking over to Shiloh ""Do you have a hole where your brain should be or has it dripped out of your ear in the past five minutes?"" She asked, ""Who do you think it could be genius?"" If the boy still couldn't understand who it was, she'd happily let Damien explain to him for her."
880,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=75,2014-11-26T08:25:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Now here was a response that Alice had not expected one bit. Kyle seemed to be excited by the fact that she was a synthetic and not a human like himself. He even referred to it as 'awesome'. She also noted how he had caller her Digicop, like Helen did earlier today while they were fleeing from the arriving police. Kyle continued, holding her hands in his own, with that ever present, gentle smile on his face. He was amazing. He was the man that Alice had wanted for so long...<br/><br/>For a while, she didn't worry about who or what she was. She considered what Helen had told her. Though she was not biologically human, she felt and acted like one, so maybe she could be counted as human after all. To this she smiled and laughed good-naturedly, and strangely... Quite strangely, there were tears. Tears of joy. It didn't seem to make sense, even to Natalia, but perhaps her cranial compartment was damaged and was leaking fluid?..<br/><br/>""I-I'm glad, Typhoon. Or... Kyle Gardener, as you call yourself. Thank you. Thank you so much."" in tears, she moved in closer shamelessly and laid her head against his chest, listening to his hearbeat and again remembering her lack of internal organs.<br/>But right now, that didn't matter. She was feeling loved, and<span style=""font-style: italic"">that</span>was all that mattered."
881,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=75,2014-11-26T08:28:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Shiloh Haverfield, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Mia could not stop giggling to herself about Shiloh's apparent lack of intelligence. He frowned up at her, teary eyed. He got even more agitated at what Jessica said to him about his brains dripping out his ear. He bit his trembling lip and wiped his eyes, turning towards her, pointing.<br/><br/>""That's not funny..."" he whined, sobbing, ""I... I just... I just want to know..."""
882,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=75,2014-11-26T09:33:00,Islamic Republic e Jariri,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">BorschCorp Labs<br/><br/>Washington</span><br/><br/>''Status report?'' inquired Dr Owen Perry<br/><br/>''Neural synaptic data has been successfully sequenced up to 77.5792 percent, a sufficient level to favor a transfer.''<br/><br/>''Have you selected the prime candidate?''<br/><br/>''Of course,'' replied Dr Vivian Hope. ''I ran a DNA cross reference in the patient database of Washington Central Hospital and found a result even better than I anticipated.''<br/><br/>''What do you mean?''<br/><br/>''We've discovered a comatose boy whose been on life support for about seven years, I ordered a blood sample to be extracted and the genes confirm it: the two are indeed related, though I doubt either of them were aware of it. Not only that, but we have reason to believe this boy possesses advanced pyrokinetic abilities that we've never seen before.''<br/><br/>''Hmmm, well no one's going to miss a half dead comatose boy if he disappears one night, and if he really does possess such an ability then that's always a bonus.''<br/><br/>''But do you think we can revive him? He's no good to us in his current state.''<br/><br/>''Do not forget, we are the inheritors of the great Dr Mosley. The world didn't appreciate the full extent of his genius during his original lifetime but we have access to groundbreaking inventions based on his blueprints that are yet available to the public. Our technology is practically<span style=""font-style: italic"">decades</span>ahead of their mainstream counterparts.''<br/><br/>''And we will fully resurrect him.''<br/><br/>''Indeed. But what is the name of this boy you found?''<br/><br/>''Evans, Mitchell. According to the data he was born in the city of Millersvile, that also where he succumbed to a coma after an unspecified accident.''<br/><br/>''I see. Arrange for this Mitchell Evans boy to be brought to us. He'll be better off under us than in one of those conventional hospitals.''<br/><br/>''Tell me doctor, do you ever regret leaving the RHA Company?''<br/><br/>''I had a calling Dr Hope, when I discovered the contents of that safe I knew exactly what that calling was and what I had to do.''<br/><br/>''And Mr Hugo Borsch?''<br/><br/>''That money eating scumbag funds this operation, for now we both need him. But after the Mosley Project is concluded humanity will usher in a new era where there won't be room for pigs like him.''<br/><br/>''According to the files, Mitchell Evans also has two other siblings. Not in the same condition as him however.''<br/><br/>''Are they metahuman?''<br/><br/>''He has a twin brother working as a vigilante for the Washington PD. They need all the help they can get with these recent gang wars popping up after the death of the Red King. He also has a sister, presumably also metahuman, abilities however are unknown.''<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22575516#p22575516"">wrote</a>:</cite>Jessica was about to reply to Mia, when she noticed Damien. She smiled slighty and shook his head, a slightly chuckle emnating from her throat. She had never imagined Damien as a blonde. But what Shiloh said was even more hilarious. ""Really?"" She asked, looking over to Shiloh ""Do you have a hole where your brain should be or has it dripped out of your ear in the past five minutes?"" She asked, ""Who do you think it could be genius?"" If the boy still couldn't understand who it was, she'd happily let Damien explain to him for her.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Huh... I didn't think it would actually work this well...</span><br/><br/>''Alistair du Fontaine,'' reiterated Damien with a more refined Paris accent, this time struggling to suppress his laughter at how well he had fooled Shiloh. Either this cheap disguise was more brilliant than he gave credit for, or Shiloh was really slow minded. That didn't seem to bother Portia apparently.<br/><br/>''Or Damien Somerfield,'' he said, this time switching to that rare proper English accent that few people these days spoke with.<br/><br/>''So, may I be allowed to see him now?'' he asked, his expression suddenly turning more serious again."
883,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=75,2014-11-26T10:37:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Evans Siblings / Shiloh Haverfield, 2027</span></span></div><br/>""Huh?.."" Shiloh opened his eyes, staring at the blonde haired boy. ""You..? You're... But how?"" he walked over and touched the boy's hair. Strands covered in what looked like a coat of powder. He frowned and realized he'd been tricked. He crossed his arms defiantly and turned away, stomping off towards his bed.<br/><br/>""Yeah..."" said Mia, watching Shiloh rumble off. She walked a few steps when her phone rang. She gave Damien a hand signal telling him to wait, and brought her phone close to her ear.<br/><br/>""Hello?"" she began.<br/><br/>""Mia... Where are you?"" came Matt's voice from the receiver.<br/><br/>""Still upstairs. You?""<br/><br/>""I'm waiting for you in the lobby. What's going on?""<br/><br/>Mia sighed. ""I'm taking someone with me for a little while.""<br/><br/>""Again?"" Matthew sounded irritated, scratching the back of his head.<br/><br/>""Yes, Matthew. Don't even think about stopping me."" Mia replied hotly.<br/><br/>""Yeah, yeah... Whatever."" said Matthew, waving it off, ""By the way, they just moved Mitchell in. You wanna visit him?""<br/><br/>""Really? Y-Yeah... Definitely. What floor is he on?""<br/><br/>""Way, way up. The room with a nice view on floor 30.""<br/><br/>Mia glanced back at Damien and pointed up with one finger. Then, she said goodbye and thanks to Matthew before abruptly hanging up. He'd probably be on his way, too. Knowing that, Mia hurried towards the elevator, gesturing for Damien to follow. The elevator was about to close, but the doors stopped, and there was a deep creaking noise. Mia was holding her hand out towards it.<br/><br/>""Hurry! Hit 30!"" she caled back to Damien... Or Alistair."
884,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=75,2014-11-26T11:15:00,Islamic Republic e Jariri,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22578276#p22578276"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Evans Siblings / Shiloh Haverfield, 2027</span></span></div><br/>""Huh?.."" Shiloh opened his eyes, staring at the blonde haired boy. ""You..? You're... But how?"" he walked over and touched the boy's hair. Strands covered in what looked like a coat of powder. He frowned and realized he'd been tricked. He crossed his arms defiantly and turned away, stomping off towards his bed.<br/><br/>""Yeah..."" said Mia, watching Shiloh rumble off. She walked a few steps when her phone rang. She gave Damien a hand signal telling him to wait, and brought her phone close to her ear.<br/><br/>""Hello?"" she began.<br/><br/>""Mia... Where are you?"" came Matt's voice from the receiver. <br/><br/>""Still upstairs. You?"" <br/><br/>""I'm waiting for you in the lobby. What's going on?"" <br/><br/>Mia sighed. ""I'm taking someone with me for a little while.""<br/><br/>""Again?"" Matthew sounded irritated, scratching the back of his head. <br/><br/>""Yes, Matthew. Don't even think about stopping me."" Mia replied hotly. <br/><br/>""Yeah, yeah... Whatever."" said Matthew, waving it off, ""By the way, they just moved Mitchell in. You wanna visit him?"" <br/><br/>""Really? Y-Yeah... Definitely. What floor is he on?"" <br/><br/>""Way, way up. The room with a nice view on floor 30."" <br/><br/>Mia glanced back at Damien and pointed up with one finger. Then, she said goodbye and thanks to Matthew before abruptly hanging up. He'd probably be on his way, too. Knowing that, Mia hurried towards the elevator, gesturing for Damien to follow. The elevator was about to close, but the doors stopped, and there was a deep creaking noise. Mia was holding her hand out towards it.<br/><br/>""Hurry! Hit 30!"" she called back to Damien... Or Alistair.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Following her gesture he ran after her into the elevator and pressed the button labeled '30'. He was feeling a rush of excitement and nervousness, unsure of what exactly he should do. He wanted to see Mitchell at least once more after all these years, but he would be in a comatose state so there wouldn't be any real interaction between them. Still, he wanted to make amends for simply running away seven years ago when he realized what the Masked Man had done to him.<br/><br/>As the elevator door closed in Damien (or Alistair) waved back at Jessica briefly before the doors closed completely and he and Mia were transported towards the 30th floor. As the doors opened again, Damien took another deep breath. He realized he was feeling somewhat afraid, uncertain of what lied ahead. Was it really alright for him to visit Mitchell? He felt as if the boy hated him, though there was no way to prove it.<br/><br/>He followed behind Mia who led him towards a room whose door had been left open.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">That's odd, why would it be open if they had a patient inside. Surely they'd respect his privacy and keep the door closed, wouldn't they?</span>"
885,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=75,2014-11-26T15:56:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22577204#p22577204"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Now here was a response that Alice had not expected one bit. Kyle seemed to be excited by the fact that she was a synthetic and not a human like himself. He even referred to it as 'awesome'. She also noted how he had caller her Digicop, like Helen did earlier today while they were fleeing from the arriving police. Kyle continued, holding her hands in his own, with that ever present, gentle smile on his face. He was amazing. He was the man that Alice had wanted for so long...<br/><br/>For a while, she didn't worry about who or what she was. She considered what Helen had told her. Though she was not biologically human, she felt and acted like one, so maybe she could be counted as human after all. To this she smiled and laughed good-naturedly, and strangely... Quite strangely, there were tears. Tears of joy. It didn't seem to make sense, even to Natalia, but perhaps her cranial compartment was damaged and was leaking fluid?..<br/><br/>""I-I'm glad, Typhoon. Or... Kyle Gardener, as you call yourself. Thank you. Thank you so much."" in tears, she moved in closer shamelessly and laid her head against his chest, listening to his hearbeat and again remembering her lack of internal organs.<br/>But right now, that didn't matter. She was feeling loved, and <span style=""font-style: italic"">that</span> was all that mattered.</div></blockquote><br/>""I'm glad too Alice…"" Kyle's smile softened even more as she did so, now holding her in a gentle embrace. He was a little confused though, not sure if synthetics were supposed to cry, but he supposed it might kill the mood for him to ask. Plus he was being caught up in emotions too.<br/><br/>""It's Kyle West actually…"" He responded, his hand on her hair. ""But just call me Kyle."" He then paused, his expression changing as he felt guilty. ""Im sorry I lied to you at first. I… I was afraid you would turn me in or something."" He stammered."
886,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=75,2014-11-26T18:26:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Evans Siblings / Shiloh Haverfield, 2027</span></span></div><br/>At first Mia walked only slowly, to the end of the hall, where the room had quite a view. Seeing that the door was open she began to walk faster, and upon entering, found no one. Paralyzed, she dropped her phone and instantly began to panic. But first, she decided to call Matthew about it. Close to breaking down, she asked him if he was still at home and he said ""No, I saw them take him to the hospital, and they called me saying he was up there. Wait, I'm on my way."" Because of that, Mia panicked even more, unable to stay in one spot. She would be really pissed if it turns out the staff made a mistake.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>""It's alright... I understand."" said Alice, feeling his warmth against her otherwise cold metallic body. ""I would have done the same thing... No, wait... No... I wouldn't have. That would be unlawful."" she pulled away for a moment just to look up at him.<br/><br/>(>.< NEJ! IT'S TOO SHORT! D':)"
887,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=75,2014-11-26T19:22:00,Islamic Republic e Jariri,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22583704#p22583704"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Evans Siblings / Shiloh Haverfield, 2027</span></span></div><br/>At first Mia walked only slowly, to the end of the hall, where the room had quite a view. Seeing that the door was open she began to walk faster, and upon entering, found no one. Paralyzed, she dropped her phone and instantly began to panic. But first, she decided to call Matthew about it. Close to breaking down, she asked him if he was still at home and he said ""No, I saw them take him to the hospital, and they called me saying he was up there. Wait, I'm on my way."" Because of that, Mia panicked even more, unable to stay in one spot. She would be really pissed if it turns out the staff made a mistake.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Damien's nervousness turned to shock upon the thought of considering what may have happened to Mitchell, who was gone. Surely this was some kind of administrative error, maybe he was taken into a different room? He saw the look of distress visible on Mia's face, she was just as confused about this as her was.<br/><br/>He approached the bed where Mitchell was supposed to be and observed the crease marks. He was definitely moved not too long ago, what's worse it could have all happened under their noses while they were wasting time chatting upstairs. But why would anyone want to abduct Mitchell? He was a metahuman sure, but not the only one of his kind surely. Was there something else to him that made him this special?<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">No... I'm over-thinking this... we should first double check with the staff as to Mitchell's whereabouts, I'm sure he's only been taken into another room.</span><br/><br/>As the two of them stood inside, another figure approached from behind the door. It was a girl, roughly about Damien's own age with dark brown hair, porcelain skin with hazel and emerald eyes. Damien glared at her direction suspiciously. She stared at them with a poker face expression before moving her mouth to speak:<br/>''If you want to see your brother alive you must follow after me,<span style=""font-style: italic"">now</span>,'' she said before turning her back and walking away without giving anymore of an explanation.<br/><br/>''Wait, who are you?'' demanded Damien. ''And what have you done with-''<br/><br/>''All will be explained if you comply, now will you or will you not<span style=""font-style: italic"">comply</span>?'' asked the girl before raising a cellphone displaying a picture of Mitchell still in a comatose state but in some kind of lab different from the hospital. Without waiting for a response she skipped across the hallway and stood next to the elevator, waiting for the two of them to catch up after her."
888,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=75,2014-11-26T19:49:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Evans Siblings / Shiloh Haverfield, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Mia was furious. She felt it in her.<span style=""font-style: italic"">She wanted to hurt someone</span>. It would definitely be the girl had she not mentioned that Mitchell was elsewhere. Grudgingly, she walked back into the corridor after her, her fists closing and opening. The walls began to literally crack as her anger welled up inside of her. The building creaked slightly as Mia stomped along after the girl.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">You've no right to take my brother from me. Just wait, you little cunt. Once I get him back, I'll f*cking kill you and everyone you f*cking know.</span>she thought, almost tempted to grab this girl right now and strange the sh*t out of her.<br/><br/>Just then, Matt appeared in the elevator. Mia contacted Shiloh and Jessica to come to the elevator as well, telepathically.<br/><br/>""Mia!"" he called, running over. She stopped him and pointed at the girl. Suddenly, Matt looked frightened, then angry. He turned swiftly on the girl, but Mia grabbed his arm. She informed him telepathically of what she'd said, then let go.<br/><br/>""Just so you know, if anything bad happens to my brother, I'll f*cking tear you apart."" Matt snapped at the young girl, not caring how old she was. Apparently, Damien's disguise worked as he looked at the blond boy and didn't react too much.<br/>""Who's he?"" he muttered, gritting his teeth. ""One of them?""<br/><br/>Mia shook her head. ""Alistair. Don't worry, he's on our side.""<br/><br/>Matt scoffed in reply. ""He'd better be."""
889,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=75,2014-11-26T20:16:00,Islamic Republic e Jariri,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22584938#p22584938"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Evans Siblings / Shiloh Haverfield, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Mia was furious. She felt it in her. <span style=""font-style: italic"">She wanted to hurt someone</span>. It would definitely be the girl had she not mentioned that Mitchell was elsewhere. Grudgingly, she walked back into the corridor after her, her fists closing and opening. The walls began to literally crack as her anger welled up inside of her. The building creaked slightly as Mia stomped along after the girl.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">You've no right to take my brother from me. Just wait, you little cunt. Once I get him back, I'll f*cking kill you and everyone you f*cking know.</span> she thought, almost tempted to grab this girl right now and strange the sh*t out of her.<br/><br/>Just then, Matt appeared in the elevator. Mia contacted Shiloh and Jessica to come to the elevator as well, telepathically.<br/><br/>""Mia!"" he called, running over. She stopped him and pointed at the girl. Suddenly, Matt looked frightened, then angry. He turned swiftly on the girl, but Mia grabbed his arm. She informed him telepathically of what she'd said, then let go.<br/><br/>""Just so you know, if anything bad happens to my brother, I'll f*cking tear you apart."" Matt snapped at the young girl, not caring how old she was. Apparently, Damien's disguise worked as he looked at the blond boy and didn't react too much. <br/>""Who's he?"" he muttered, gritting his teeth. ""One of them?"" <br/><br/>Mia shook her head. ""Alistair. Don't worry, he's on our side.""<br/><br/>Matt scoffed in reply. ""He'd better be.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>''No, no you won't,'' replied the girl with a monotone expression as the four of them entered into the elevator. From the cracks on the walls and Matt almost instantly knowing about what happened to Mitchell despite being given no introduction allowed the girl to deduce that Mia Evans was likely a hybrid telekinetic telepath. Her superiors at Borsch Corp might find this useful.<br/><br/>As they exited the elevator she led them through the hospital exit and towards a black car parked on the side pavement. The girl touched a hands screen pad next to the door which slid open upon recognizing her fingerprints.<br/><br/>''Get in,'' she said.<br/><br/>She made the three of them sit in the passenger seats and locked them inside while talking her seat next to the drivers seat on the front. Only there was no driver and there was no steering wheel either, nothing but a simple display screen showcasing the vehicle's current state. When the wheels suddenly moved Damien realized that this car was driven by an AI driving system. He was almost impressed, had this not been a hostage situation. He had been quite all the way for the past five minutes, unsure of what to say to Matt with whom he completely avoided eye contact.<br/><br/>He wanted to know what was going on, why Mitchell was kidnapped, who this girl was, why they were being led away, who was behind this and so many more questions burning up in his head.<br/><br/>There was a camera to their side that zoomed in one them. In front of them a silver box appeared protruding from the floor.<br/><br/>''The AI has detected electro magnetic frequencies, please withdraw any cellphones and other mobile devices into the container,'' asked the girl, turning to face Mia whom she knew carried a mobile phone. But what would it matter, since she was likely a telepath."
890,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=75,2014-11-26T21:32:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22583704#p22583704"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Evans Siblings / Shiloh Haverfield, 2027</span></span></div><br/>At first Mia walked only slowly, to the end of the hall, where the room had quite a view. Seeing that the door was open she began to walk faster, and upon entering, found no one. Paralyzed, she dropped her phone and instantly began to panic. But first, she decided to call Matthew about it. Close to breaking down, she asked him if he was still at home and he said ""No, I saw them take him to the hospital, and they called me saying he was up there. Wait, I'm on my way."" Because of that, Mia panicked even more, unable to stay in one spot. She would be really pissed if it turns out the staff made a mistake.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>""It's alright... I understand."" said Alice, feeling his warmth against her otherwise cold metallic body. ""I would have done the same thing... No, wait... No... I wouldn't have. That would be unlawful."" she pulled away for a moment just to look up at him.<br/><br/>(&gt;.&lt; NEJ! IT'S TOO SHORT! D':)</div></blockquote><br/>Kyle didn't really notice the cold, his own internal feeling of happiness and excitement keeping him warm. He look down at her, his smile lessing slightly, yet still present. ""Unlawful… right."" He replied, sighing. ""I need to try to he more… lawful I suppose…""<span style=""font-style: italic"">For you especially… </span><br/><br/>He paused, staring into her eyes. ""Well… um… what now?"" He asked awkwardly, not sure how to proceed after such a tender moment."
891,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=75,2014-11-27T04:12:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Alice nodded, smiling now. ""You'd better."" she nudged him with a fist gently, but she still had no idea how strong she was and ended up moving Kyle back a bit farther than she wanted. Immediately after, she covered her mouth with both of her hands.<br/>""Whoops!"" she gasped, ""Sorry!""<br/><br/>If that was indeed a tender moment, one could leave it to Alice to break the mood. She already did. Staring up at Kyle, she just grinned, unsure of what to do either. ""I guess. We could go on a date?.. That's what it's called, right? But... After we move in, since.. I wouldn't want Natalia to do all the work here."" she suggested, looking around for Natalia. She was in the kitchen, apparently dismantling the sink. Alice shrugged. ""Where could we go for a date?.."" she then asked Kyle, comparing his hands to her own..<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Evans Siblings / Shiloh Haverfield, 2027</span></span></div><br/>""Yes. Yes I will, little turd."" said Matthew defiantly, stepping into the car after Mia. She seemed compliant enough, and was transmitting to both Damien and her brother how she was going to make sure this<span style=""font-style: italic"">cunt</span>was dead once they were able to retrieve Mitchell later on. With a sigh, upon hearing the girl mention her phone, she crossed her arms again. The phone seemed to fall out of her pocket, then floated into the provided container as the girl said. In truth, she could kill her right now and screw this robot car up, but she wasn't sure of what they might do to Mitchell if she did such a thing.<br/><br/>As the car began to move away from the hospital, Mia quickly contacted Jessica and Shiloh. She was indeed able to reach them, having improved her skill as she grew older.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">We're being held hostage by a cunt that's about the same age as Damien. There's a black car outside, on its way off, follow it and make sure we can count on your help later. Hurry up, please. Before I'm forced to decapitate this little cunt myself.</span>"
892,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=75,2014-11-27T04:27:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22589197#p22589197"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Alice nodded, smiling now. ""You'd better."" she nudged him with a fist gently, but she still had no idea how strong she was and ended up moving Kyle back a bit farther than she wanted. Immediately after, she covered her mouth with both of her hands.<br/>""Whoops!"" she gasped, ""Sorry!"" <br/><br/>If that was indeed a tender moment, one could leave it to Alice to break the mood. She already did. Staring up at Kyle, she just grinned, unsure of what to do either. ""I guess. We could go on a date?.. That's what it's called, right? But... After we move in, since.. I wouldn't want Natalia to do all the work here."" she suggested, looking around for Natalia. She was in the kitchen, apparently dismantling the sink. Alice shrugged. ""Where could we go for a date?.."" she then asked Kyle, comparing his hands to her own..</div></blockquote><br/>""Ow!"" Kyle yelped as he was punched. Again, he could have dodged it had he been on point, but he wasn't. He rubbed his shoulder. He then looked at her and smiled. ""That hurt..."" He whined, exaggerating the pain for comedy.<br/><br/>He then sighed and nodded. ""Right, you do have to move in and whatnot. I'm probably getting in your way..."" He replied, then he rubbed his chin in thought. ""Somewhere to go on a date... There's a nice restaurant near where I live. Italian, nice food, like really nice food. Do you eat?"" He asked, curious. ""Well, anyway, we could meet there at 1:00. Then if you feel like it afterwards we could... watch a movie? I don't know...""<br/><br/>He then paused and had a somewhat random thought. ""Hey, uhhh... who's Helen?""<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22589197#p22589197"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Evans Siblings / Shiloh Haverfield, 2027</span></span></div><br/>""Yes. Yes I will, little turd."" said Matthew defiantly, stepping into the car after Mia. She seemed compliant enough, and was transmitting to both Damien and her brother how she was going to make sure this <span style=""font-style: italic"">cunt</span> was dead once they were able to retrieve Mitchell later on. With a sigh, upon hearing the girl mention her phone, she crossed her arms again. The phone seemed to fall out of her pocket, then floated into the provided container as the girl said. In truth, she could kill her right now and screw this robot car up, but she wasn't sure of what they might do to Mitchell if she did such a thing. <br/><br/>As the car began to move away from the hospital, Mia quickly contacted Jessica and Shiloh. She was indeed able to reach them, having improved her skill as she grew older. <br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">We're being held hostage by a cunt that's about the same age as Damien. There's a black car outside, on its way off, follow it and make sure we can count on your help later. Hurry up, please. Before I'm forced to decapitate this little cunt myself.</span></div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Girl's got a potty mouth, like me... And she makes death threats... I think I like her...</span>Jessica thought, then grabbed Shiloh. ""Hey! You heard her! Lets move, now!"" She dragged him as fast as she could to the window, six floors up. There was a wide grin on her face. ""You can fly, if I remember correctly? Right Microwave Brain?"" She asked, taking a few steps back."
893,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=75,2014-11-27T04:53:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Shiloh Haverfield, 2027</span></span></div><br/>While sobbing and whining, Shiloh didn't notice the other girl walking up to him. She grabbed him and hauled him towards the window, and he kicked and screamed. ""LET ME GO! LET ME GO! YOU'RE MEAN!"" he bawled, writhing on the floor like a dying fish. It didn't look like he was going to get up at all. Like a little kid would do, he lay flat on the floor, moaning and sobbing.<br/><br/>""You're mean.""<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>""Ehh?.. I'm really sorry."" Alice bowed her head slightly, apologetically. ""I didn't mean it. I don't know my own strength.""<br/><br/>""That restaurant sounds fine to me, really. But I don't eat. I could try, but I don't know what would happen."" she admitted, looking rather embarrassed by the thought. But she did want to watch that movie. She had never seen one before, with all the jobs she was assigned to and stuff. ""Okay... 1:00..."" she repeated, counting the fingers on her left hand. She realized that she counted wrong and closed her fist and brought one finger out.<br/><br/>""One."" she mumbled. She couldn't seem to answer his question regarding Helen. She couldn't lie, but it was a secret... She blushed and looked away when he asked. Alice reached around her head to scratch and shrugged.<br/>""She's the lady in the shower?.."" she said stupidly. Natalia could be heard laughing from the kitchen. There was a bashing sound, and when Alice peeked, she saw that she'd bumped her head against the sink when she fell over, laughing."
894,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=75,2014-11-27T05:22:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22589358#p22589358"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Shiloh Haverfield, 2027</span></span></div><br/>While sobbing and whining, Shiloh didn't notice the other girl walking up to him. She grabbed him and hauled him towards the window, and he kicked and screamed. ""LET ME GO! LET ME GO! YOU'RE MEAN!"" he bawled, writhing on the floor like a dying fish. It didn't look like he was going to get up at all. Like a little kid would do, he lay flat on the floor, moaning and sobbing.<br/><br/>""You're mean."" </div></blockquote><br/>Jessica sighed, gritting her teeth and smashing the window with a blow from her fist. She turned to the boy on the floor, holding him up in front of her. She was strong enough that his weight meant nothing to her. ""We can talk about how mean I am later. Right now. We have to save the nice woman and Damien, okay?"" She said, hoping she made her point clear before she jumped out of the window, hurtling down like a blonde missile onto the pavement.<br/><br/>The little girl should have been killed, but instead the ground seemed to crack and distort heavily. She got up, aching from the impact pain but more or less unhurt. She mentally thanked Shiloh for pissing her off with his whining, strengthening her powers, otherwise that would have hurt a lot more.<br/><br/>She looked up ""You coming?!"" she shouted up to the little boy.<br/><blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22589358#p22589358"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>""Ehh?.. I'm really sorry."" Alice bowed her head slightly, apologetically. ""I didn't mean it. I don't know my own strength.""<br/><br/>""That restaurant sounds fine to me, really. But I don't eat. I could try, but I don't know what would happen."" she admitted, looking rather embarrassed by the thought. But she did want to watch that movie. She had never seen one before, with all the jobs she was assigned to and stuff. ""Okay... 1:00..."" she repeated, counting the fingers on her left hand. She realized that she counted wrong and closed her fist and brought one finger out.<br/><br/>""One."" she mumbled. She couldn't seem to answer his question regarding Helen. She couldn't lie, but it was a secret... She blushed and looked away when he asked. Alice reached around her head to scratch and shrugged.<br/>""She's the lady in the shower?.."" she said stupidly. Natalia could be heard laughing from the kitchen. There was a bashing sound, and when Alice peeked, she saw that she'd bumped her head against the sink when she fell over, laughing.</div></blockquote><br/>""It's okay."" Kyle replied quickly. ""You didn't hurt me that much...""<br/><br/>Kyle raised an eyebrow in response to her answer, then shook his head as if to clear it. ""Never-mind..."" He replied. ""It's okay if you don't eat, we could just order dr-"" He stopped, then thought. It'd be awkward if he was the only one eating. ""We'll... figure out the details once we get there."" He replied, scratching his head awkwardly. ""Just... meet me there, please? The place is called Belloni."""
895,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=75,2014-11-27T06:19:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Shiloh Haverfield, 2027</span></span></div><br/>After several minutes more of moping, Shiloh finally got over things and stood up. He looked out the smashed window and threw himself out. Though he landed below safely on two feet, doing no damage. He continued to sob loudly, his head drooping as he followed after Jessica. As he trudged along, he pointed at the black car, it looked as he'd seen it even though he wasn't looking, then started walking again.<br/><br/>""You're mean.""<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>""Oh, good."" Alice giggled.<br/><br/>""I will. Definitely."" she giggled again, feeling happy and everything she could feel herself buzzing with excitement. ""Belloni.."" she said, in bliss, locating the place on a GPS map inside her head. ""I'm very excited. Really."" Out of nowhere, completely at random, she wrapped him in an anaconda hug. (Not Nicki Minaj Anacond. Yuk.) She squealed with excitement as she did so, lifting Kyle of the floor. ""You don't know how happy I am right now!"""
896,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=75,2014-11-27T06:31:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22589658#p22589658"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Shiloh Haverfield, 2027</span></span></div><br/>After several minutes more of moping, Shiloh finally got over things and stood up. He looked out the smashed window and threw himself out. Though he landed below safely on two feet, doing no damage. He continued to sob loudly, his head drooping as he followed after Jessica. As he trudged along, he pointed at the black car, it looked as he'd seen it even though he wasn't looking, then started walking again.<br/><br/>""You're mean."" </div></blockquote><br/>""And you're a cry baby."" She replied, rolling her eyes. She quickly grabbed him again in her vice grip and led him to a taxi, getting in. Seeing the Black car was nearly out of their view, she told the tax drive to follow it. The taxi driver, a man in a dark cloak with a fedora (Jessica couldn't see his face), nodded and began idly following the vehicle, surprisingly subtle as he did so. Jessica let go of Shiloh then. ""Come on, your a big boy now, you're not suppose to cry...""<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22589658#p22589658"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>""Oh, good."" Alice giggled. <br/><br/>""I will. Definitely."" she giggled again, feeling happy and everything she could feel herself buzzing with excitement. ""Belloni.."" she said, in bliss, locating the place on a GPS map inside her head. ""I'm very excited. Really."" Out of nowhere, completely at random, she wrapped him in an anaconda hug. (Not Nicki Minaj Anacond. Yuk.) She squealed with excitement as she did so, lifting Kyle of the floor. ""You don't know how happy I am right now!""</div></blockquote><br/>Kyle felt a little asphyxiated by the hug, being incredibly tight and all. ""I'm... really happy too."" He chocked out, noticing he was being lifted off the ground. ""I... probably have to go now... but before I do."" He smiled, leaning in and embracing the synthetic back, looking deep into her eyes with his own. ""How about... a goodbye kiss?"" he asked, blushing and smiling slightly."
897,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=75,2014-11-27T09:25:00,Islamic Republic e Jariri,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22589197#p22589197"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Evans Siblings / Shiloh Haverfield, 2027</span></span></div><br/>""Yes. Yes I will, little turd."" said Matthew defiantly, stepping into the car after Mia. She seemed compliant enough, and was transmitting to both Damien and her brother how she was going to make sure this <span style=""font-style: italic"">cunt</span> was dead once they were able to retrieve Mitchell later on. With a sigh, upon hearing the girl mention her phone, she crossed her arms again. The phone seemed to fall out of her pocket, then floated into the provided container as the girl said. In truth, she could kill her right now and screw this robot car up, but she wasn't sure of what they might do to Mitchell if she did such a thing. <br/><br/>As the car began to move away from the hospital, Mia quickly contacted Jessica and Shiloh. She was indeed able to reach them, having improved her skill as she grew older. <br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">We're being held hostage by a cunt that's about the same age as Damien. There's a black car outside, on its way off, follow it and make sure we can count on your help later. Hurry up, please. Before I'm forced to decapitate this little cunt myself.</span></div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">10 minutes later...</span><br/><br/>They drove silently along the way for what must have felt like an eternity before the car drove behind a large public building labelled<span style=""font-style: italic"">Borsch Corp Labs</span>. Damien recognized the logo of the company, it was one of Somersoft's biggest competitors in the IT and biotech industry. Lately they had overtaken Somersoft in the biotech industry and even had a former employee of the RHA Company under their payroll.<br/><br/>They were taken towards the back entrance which was more secured by electronic fences and armed guards. This had all obviously been planned in advance. The metal gate opened to let the car pass through upon which the guards surrounded it, their guns pointed towards Damien, Mia and Matt.<br/><br/>''You'll be reunited with Mitchell Evans shortly, I promise. But first allow these guards to check you for any concealed weapons or equipment,'' said the girl before stepping out walking past the guards towards another elevator door, which she entered into and descended towards a ground floor.<br/><br/>The passenger doors slid open and Damien was the first one to step out, his arms behind his head as the guards searched him manually. Of course there was nothing to be found, he was wearing a plain white t shirt along with white trousers, and his limbs wrapped with bandages. At the same time the guards manually searched through Matt and Mia, scanning their hands across their torso, hips and legs.<br/><br/>Damien's had preoccupied his mind with thinking and observing his surroundings. He was at a grave disadvantage here, with a faulty healing factor and no gadgets either, though even if he did have the latter there would be not much use to them as the guards here would have disposed of them.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">What I'd give to be a telepath... at least Mia's probably contacted Shiloh.... and Jessica. Those two are probably trying to find us, I just hope neither of them gets too hurt... and that girl, why did she seem so familiar, like I had seen her somewhere before? More importantly it looks like if we peacefully comply for now we'll be taken to Mitchell and hopefully given some answers... I really want to know who's behind all this.</span>"
898,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=75,2014-11-28T07:56:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Shiloh Haverfield, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Shiloh grunted and struggled as the blonde girl dragged her over to the taxi. She kind of reminded him of Portia, though she wasn't this rough, and she wasn't mean. The cab was hot and smelled slightly of... Of... What the heck was that smell anyway? It smelled like bleach in the damn cab! Shiloh grimaced and gagged, leaning into his seat. He had acknowledged what Jessica had told him, and nodded, looking determined all of a sudden.<br/><br/>""Yeah."" he held his breath so his chest was puffed out. ""I'm a big boy.""<br/><br/>And from the front the driver in the fedora, otherwise mysterious, was snickering wildly at the boy's antics. It was indeed a good thing Shiloh hadn't noticed, otherwise he'd be weeping again like Niagara falls! Sniffling and holding his breath, Shilohc nodded again and said to himsef,<span style=""font-style: italic"">Good job, Shy</span>. Then finally, he let that breath out and let out the last of his sobs.<br/>""I'm a big boy.. I'm a big boy.."" he repeated, and in his mind, very distantly, he could hear Mia laughing inwardly as she sat in the back of the black car. She was forced to bite her lower lip to keep her composure.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Alice blushed. Kind of. No, she didn't. She couldn't blush. ""A-A kiss?.."" she gaped at Kyle, eyes wide. ""I-I've.. Really? But.. I've never had one!"" It was fine for her to admit, really, since she didn't want to lie. Alice imagined what it would feel like to kiss someone, and why it was that it had to happen. But right now she wanted to experience it firsthand, and so, she looked up longingly and waited. ""Okay,"" she said.."
899,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=75,2014-11-28T08:15:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Evans Siblings, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Matthew and Mia were quiet for the rest of the drive except for Mia's discreet giggling. The building and its apparent owner was of no interest to either of them. They were here for their brother, and that was it. Who knows how far they would go to get him back? Currently, Matthew was more evidently emotional in this situation. He was worried sick of his twin brother. No harm must be allowed to come to him. If it turned out that these people were far more sinister than they seemed, Matt's darker side would be forced out for sure. No one would like that, of course. He let out a huff of dissatisfaction as he stepped out of the vehicle and held it open for Alistair and Mia.<br/><br/>""What a nice welcoming party."" he commented fearlessly, looking around at all the guards. Mia drove her elbow into his side to shut him up as the young girl spoke. Both siblings turned their attention to her. This time, Mia said nothing nasty. She just wanted to see Mitchell. Since Matthew seemed to be fine, that meant that Mitchell was okay, too. As the girl headed for the elevator, Mia glanced towards her brother, then to Damien.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Just relax</span>, she told them,<span style=""font-weight: bold"">We're only here for Mitch</span>.<br/><br/>Matthew let his smug look slide and nodded. No use in pissing anyone off here. He quite willingly let the guards check him for weapons and took his police revolver. He didn't need it anyway. He had voids upon voids from which to call nightmares from. The gun was solely for show, so he didn't mind losing it. Mia was last to be checked, and she glared at the guard coming towards her, warning him telepathically to shut up, or else she'd give him a headache... For real. Apparently he was ogling Mia, and of course that irritated her. The guard seemed ready to jump back in case the young lady lashed out at him. He was real careful about where he touched so as not to annoy her further.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The two little ones are on their way here</span>, she then informed Damien and Matt, not making any movements so that it wasn't obvious,<span style=""font-weight: bold"">The red-haired one and the blonde one</span>.<span style=""font-weight: bold"">I'll keep them both filled in as they move</span>."
900,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=75,2014-11-28T19:02:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22601225#p22601225"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Shiloh Haverfield, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Shiloh grunted and struggled as the blonde girl dragged her over to the taxi. She kind of reminded him of Portia, though she wasn't this rough, and she wasn't mean. The cab was hot and smelled slightly of... Of... What the heck was that smell anyway? It smelled like bleach in the damn cab! Shiloh grimaced and gagged, leaning into his seat. He had acknowledged what Jessica had told him, and nodded, looking determined all of a sudden.<br/><br/>""Yeah."" he held his breath so his chest was puffed out. ""I'm a big boy."" <br/><br/>And from the front the driver in the fedora, otherwise mysterious, was snickering wildly at the boy's antics. It was indeed a good thing Shiloh hadn't noticed, otherwise he'd be weeping again like Niagara falls! Sniffling and holding his breath, Shilohc nodded again and said to himsef, <span style=""font-style: italic"">Good job, Shy</span>. Then finally, he let that breath out and let out the last of his sobs. <br/>""I'm a big boy.. I'm a big boy.."" he repeated, and in his mind, very distantly, he could hear Mia laughing inwardly as she sat in the back of the black car. She was forced to bite her lower lip to keep her composure.</div></blockquote><br/>Jessica paused for a second looking out of the cab window. Then she did something that was quite rare for her. ""Look... I'm sorry."" She apologized. ""It was pretty dumb of you to not realize Damien was in disguise... but I might have been a little too hard on you."" She explained, fidgeting slightly, apologizing obviously not something she was used to. ""I probably should thank you though...""<br/><br/>The Fedora hatted man remained silent. If one looked at him closely one could see he was literally a living silhouette, not a single part of him wasn't covered in a shadow of sorts, as if he was completely encircled in shade, as if light refused to touch him.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22601225#p22601225"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Alice blushed. Kind of. No, she didn't. She couldn't blush. ""A-A kiss?.."" she gaped at Kyle, eyes wide. ""I-I've.. Really? But.. I've never had one!"" It was fine for her to admit, really, since she didn't want to lie. Alice imagined what it would feel like to kiss someone, and why it was that it had to happen. But right now she wanted to experience it firsthand, and so, she looked up longingly and waited. ""Okay,"" she said..</div></blockquote><br/>Kyle thought for a second, thinking back to the time when she had kissed him back on the road when they were fighting. It was odd, she didn't seem to remember that. He supposed she was a bit of a scatterbrain, which was surprising for a synthetic. He banished those thought from his mind and let emotion take over, wordlessly leaning in and kissing her on the lips, embracing her softly as he did so."
901,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=75,2014-11-28T20:50:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>With the kiss finally having happened, Alice froze. She felt their lips touch and she whited out. The warmth inside of her was overflowing, and it was strange. She hadn't noticed how far it was going until now. It made her remember earlier, when she kissed Kyle on the forehead, when he still had that mask on. Reflexively, Alice then wrapped her arms around Kyle's waist and went on with it. It felt good, anyway. Her first real kiss.<br/><br/>Once the moment was over, she leaned back, but didn't let go of Kyle.<br/>""I don't want you to go."" she tilted her head, ""Stay here, please.""<br/><br/>Natalia was still in the kitchen, having successfully dismantled the sink, and was now putting it back together again. There was no particular reason to this, except that she thought it was threatening her. Upon realizing that it was unarmed, she decided it would work better when she put it back together again.<br/><br/>""If you go, I will too."" Alice said, ignoring the sounds from the kitchen, ""Like, for real."""
902,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=75,2014-11-28T21:01:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Shiloh Haverfield, 2027</span></span></div><br/>""F-For what?"" asked Shiloh, turning to the blonde girl. ""Thank me for what?""<br/><br/>Shiloh wondered why all of a sudden she was being nice, when she'd called him a Microwave Brain earlier, and had laughed at him, asking if his brains dripped out his ears. The fedora-wearing man was of no interest at the moment. He was there, listening, so what? Though he could notice how strangely the light around him seemed to behave. Shiloh could see, and it was not right.<br/><br/>(O.O I just realized who the silhouette person was... Is that him? That other guy?)"
903,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=100,2014-11-28T21:20:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22609685#p22609685"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>With the kiss finally having happened, Alice froze. She felt their lips touch and she whited out. The warmth inside of her was overflowing, and it was strange. She hadn't noticed how far it was going until now. It made her remember earlier, when she kissed Kyle on the forehead, when he still had that mask on. Reflexively, Alice then wrapped her arms around Kyle's waist and went on with it. It felt good, anyway. Her first real kiss. <br/><br/>Once the moment was over, she leaned back, but didn't let go of Kyle. <br/>""I don't want you to go."" she tilted her head, ""Stay here, please."" <br/><br/>Natalia was still in the kitchen, having successfully dismantled the sink, and was now putting it back together again. There was no particular reason to this, except that she thought it was threatening her. Upon realizing that it was unarmed, she decided it would work better when she put it back together again. <br/><br/>""If you go, I will too."" Alice said, ignoring the sounds from the kitchen, ""Like, for real.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Umm... Okay..."" Kyle replied, not quite sure what she meant. His smile disappeared and his brow furrowed slightly in confusion. ""I suppose I could stay for a little while longer..."" He replied. ""But... I do have to get home. I can't stay in this flat with you for tonight, as much as that sounds nice...""<br/><br/>His hand moved to her cheek, his soft smile returning. ""We do have our date tommorow...""<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22609832#p22609832"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Shiloh Haverfield, 2027</span></span></div><br/>""F-For what?"" asked Shiloh, turning to the blonde girl. ""Thank me for what?"" <br/><br/>Shiloh wondered why all of a sudden she was being nice, when she'd called him a Microwave Brain earlier, and had laughed at him, asking if his brains dripped out his ears. The fedora-wearing man was of no interest at the moment. He was there, listening, so what? Though he could notice how strangely the light around him seemed to behave. Shiloh could see, and it was not right.<br/><br/>(O.O I just realized who the silhouette person was... Is that him? That other guy?)</div></blockquote><br/>""You actually are coming with me on this whole rescue mission."" She replied, ""Your coming to help save two people you barely know with someone like me... That take guts kid. And I theres one thing I respect, it's guts."" She smiled, punching him lightly in the arm, though considering her superhuman strength, it would sting a bit. ""Your a decent little guy Microwave Brain, and thats more than I can say for most people.""<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">(Maybe......)</div></div></div>"
904,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=100,2014-11-28T22:05:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Shiloh Haverfield, 2027</span></span></div><br/>""Ohh..."" Shiloh recoiled, rubbing his shoulder. It hurt, but not all too much. ""Thanks, I guess."" His crying was all over by now, and all he was doing was staring out the window, pondering over his ""guts"" as the blond girl called it. There was a reason for it, anyway. He shrugged and turned back to Jessica.<br/><br/>""Is your name Portia, too?"" he asked Jessica, likening her spunky attitude to the girl who liked him."
905,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=100,2014-11-28T22:13:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Alice frowned, looking disappointed. But she was fine with it. He couldn't, and forcing him would be illegal detention. That would be unlawful. ""Alright... Don't forget though, okay?"" she told him, touching his hand as he touched her face.<br/><br/>""Thank you, Kyle West."" she said softly, leaning on his chest again. Natalia walked by with a bundle of pipes in her arms. She headed outside, and there was a loud crashing sound. She'd tossed the pipes down the staircase. Alice couldn't care at the moment though, as she was too absorbed in all the emotion. She had never felt so wonderful in her life."
906,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=100,2014-11-28T22:39:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22610650#p22610650"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Shiloh Haverfield, 2027</span></span></div><br/>""Ohh..."" Shiloh recoiled, rubbing his shoulder. It hurt, but not all too much. ""Thanks, I guess."" His crying was all over by now, and all he was doing was staring out the window, pondering over his ""guts"" as the blond girl called it. There was a reason for it, anyway. He shrugged and turned back to Jessica.<br/><br/>""Is your name Portia, too?"" he asked Jessica, likening her spunky attitude to the girl who liked him.</div></blockquote><br/>""Portia? No... Who the hell is Portia?"" Jessica replied. She cocked her head curiously, reminding herself she hadn't introduced herself to Shiloh. ""My name is Jessica... and... What's your name?"" Jessica had seen him a few times before, though they had never formally met, nor talked. Jessica tended to merely notice him on her way to the orphanage from school and vice versa.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22610741#p22610741"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Alice frowned, looking disappointed. But she was fine with it. He couldn't, and forcing him would be illegal detention. That would be unlawful. ""Alright... Don't forget though, okay?"" she told him, touching his hand as he touched her face. <br/><br/>""Thank you, Kyle West."" she said softly, leaning on his chest again. Natalia walked by with a bundle of pipes in her arms. She headed outside, and there was a loud crashing sound. She'd tossed the pipes down the staircase. Alice couldn't care at the moment though, as she was too absorbed in all the emotion. She had never felt so wonderful in her life.</div></blockquote><br/>""Forget?"" Kyle replied, his smile widening.<span style=""font-style: italic"">This will be my first date with someone whose not crazy, of course I won't forget.</span>""Of course I won't forget. I wouldn't miss you for the world.""<br/><br/>(OOC: Should we sync them up with the rest of the characters? Put them at their date? Helen and Natalia could have their own adventure or something while they do that...)"
907,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=100,2014-11-28T23:06:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Shiloh Haverfield, 2027</span></span></div><br/>""Shiloh Haverfield."" said the boy simply, rubbing his eyes again. ""Portia,"" he began, shaking his head. ""She's this girl... Who kind of has a crush on me. I dunno what to say to her yet, because I'm not ready. I don't even know why she likes me...""<br/><br/>Then he wondered. Where was she now? Where did she go after he crashed the plane? Wasn't he with that bloody-dress lady? But no. She was a big girl, too. Surely she could take care of herself, seeing as she'd dragged him to the City Hall like this girl, Jessica did. Portia was smart, and her brain was... What was it like? Anyway, it sure wasn't a microwave.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Alice sighed, she wanted to kiss Kyle again. She liked him so much. She was thankful for him. But right now she needed to continue helping Natalia with moving before she disassembled the entire apartment building. Taking a step back, she smiled up at Kyle, feeling almost human. Or at least this was what she thought being human was like.<br/><br/>""I wouldn't miss you for it either."" she mumbled, bringing her arms in front of her and swaying, filled with joy.<br/><br/>(On the date first, I guess. They can't meet Alfie yet, as he's in a sort of state where he is not so nice...)"
908,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=100,2014-11-29T01:42:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22611225#p22611225"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Shiloh Haverfield, 2027</span></span></div><br/>""Shiloh Haverfield."" said the boy simply, rubbing his eyes again. ""Portia,"" he began, shaking his head. ""She's this girl... Who kind of has a crush on me. I dunno what to say to her yet, because I'm not ready. I don't even know why she likes me..."" <br/><br/>Then he wondered. Where was she now? Where did she go after he crashed the plane? Wasn't he with that bloody-dress lady? But no. She was a big girl, too. Surely she could take care of herself, seeing as she'd dragged him to the City Hall like this girl, Jessica did. Portia was smart, and her brain was... What was it like? Anyway, it sure wasn't a microwave. </div></blockquote><br/>Jessica cocked her head slightly, interested. ""Do you like her?"" she asked, turning to look out the window. ""Because before you say anything to her you need to answer that question. And even then I'd wait a couple of years, elementary school romances don't tend to turn out that well."" Jessica the shrugged again. ""Though, I'm probably not the best person to get advice from...""<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22611225#p22611225"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Alice sighed, she wanted to kiss Kyle again. She liked him so much. She was thankful for him. But right now she needed to continue helping Natalia with moving before she disassembled the entire apartment building. Taking a step back, she smiled up at Kyle, feeling almost human. Or at least this was what she thought being human was like. <br/><br/>""I wouldn't miss you for it either."" she mumbled, bringing her arms in front of her and swaying, filled with joy. <br/><br/>(On the date first, I guess. They can't meet Alfie yet, as he's in a sort of state where he is not so nice...)</div></blockquote><br/>(I'l just skip directly there then if no one minds)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">1 PM, Belloni's. </span><br/>Kyle waited outside the restaurant, having already booked a table yet he wanted to see Alice first himself. His hands were behind his back, a bunch of flowers held carefully there. He really wanted to make a good impression, as he really liked Alice and so far things were going very well for them.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">1 PM, The Apartment</span><br/>Helen walked inside the apartment, full Dire Wolf Suit, having gone out to get some takeaway lunch and to talk to some of her contacts. There was a bag of McRonalds in her hands, having ordered the Pleasant Meal with some fries. It was... fast food, but Helen couldn't really afford anything fancy as her budget went mostly to crime fighting. She looked around for the two sisters, unsure of where they. ""Alice? Natalia?"" She called, entering."
909,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=100,2014-11-29T05:51:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Shiloh Haverfield, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Hearing what Jessica said, Shiloh shrugged. ""I don't know... I do, really... But I feel like she doesn't deserve me..."" he told her honestly, sounding more mature. His voice was cracking slightly after he'd cried, but he was able to say those words straight.<br/>He was a big boy, after all. Currently, he thought her advice was correct, as it was close to what his father said about the matter. They spoke on the phone over a month ago, with Shiloh's father being in Munich.<br/><br/>""That sounds right, I guess."" nodded Shiloh, leaning against the window to check his jacket again for any damage. There still wasn't any problem with it, so it was all good. ""Dad said I should wait to get a job before I thought about getting married.""<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine, 2027 </span></span></div><br/>After meeting Kyle the day before, Alice kept close watch over the time to make sure that she wouldn't miss her date with him. She was absolutely infatuated with him. What Helen said was wrong, obviously. He was very lawful, unlike his brother, who had dated Helen. That's what she said. Using her GPS component, she found Belloni's and immediately saw Kyle outside the restaurant. Exceedingly happy, she ran towards him and nearly knocked him over with her tackle-hug.<br/><br/>""Kyyyyyle!~"" she said melodiously, hugging him tight.<br/><br/>Back at the apartment, Natalia had been up to other things. (Is there a TV?) The television was on the living room floor, in pieces. The last pieces of the sink were splayed out in the kitchen, and Natalia was in the bathroom, tampering with the sink in there as well.<br/><br/>""I'm in here!"" she called, peeking out, ""Alice went out with that guy, I think."""
910,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=100,2014-11-29T07:28:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22613308#p22613308"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Shiloh Haverfield, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Hearing what Jessica said, Shiloh shrugged. ""I don't know... I do, really... But I feel like she doesn't deserve me..."" he told her honestly, sounding more mature. His voice was cracking slightly after he'd cried, but he was able to say those words straight. <br/>He was a big boy, after all. Currently, he thought her advice was correct, as it was close to what his father said about the matter. They spoke on the phone over a month ago, with Shiloh's father being in Munich.<br/><br/>""That sounds right, I guess."" nodded Shiloh, leaning against the window to check his jacket again for any damage. There still wasn't any problem with it, so it was all good. ""Dad said I should wait to get a job before I thought about getting married.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Yeah... that sounds... reasonable."" Jessica replied honestly, nodding. ""Most of my experience just comes from observation... cause..."" She stopped, then sighed and changed the subject, frowning slightly. She noticed they were coming up to where the car seems to have gone, some building of some sort. ""Wait a second..."" She leaned to the side to see the Taxi drivers license picture, then their driver. She noticed immediately that the two of them didn't match up. (Seeing as the picture wasn't a silhouette)<br/><br/>""You're not a taxi driver are you.""<br/><br/>""You're stop miss... The Car stopped here..."" The Man paused, parking a safe distance away from the building. Then he sighed. ""No, I'm not.""<br/><br/>Jessica furrowed her brow. ""Why... who are you?""<br/><br/>""That doesn't really matter."" He replied cryptically, then paused. ""There is no fare, I merely want you to carry a message to your friend... Sommerfield."" He handed her a piece of paper.<br/><br/>""Right... I'l remember that."" Jessica said, taking Shiloh's hand and taking him out of the cab door. ""That guy was wierd..."" She muttered, looking at the car and the building from some distance away.<br/><br/>""Hmmm..."" Jessica said... ""Well, that looks intimidating... I suppose it might be best to wait for our telepathic friend to tell us what the hell is going on.""<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22613308#p22613308"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine, 2027 </span></span></div><br/>After meeting Kyle the day before, Alice kept close watch over the time to make sure that she wouldn't miss her date with him. She was absolutely infatuated with him. What Helen said was wrong, obviously. He was very lawful, unlike his brother, who had dated Helen. That's what she said. Using her GPS component, she found Belloni's and immediately saw Kyle outside the restaurant. Exceedingly happy, she ran towards him and nearly knocked him over with her tackle-hug.<br/><br/>""Kyyyyyle!~"" she said melodiously, hugging him tight.<br/><br/>Back at the apartment, Natalia had been up to other things. (Is there a TV?) The television was on the living room floor, in pieces. The last pieces of the sink were splayed out in the kitchen, and Natalia was in the bathroom, tampering with the sink in there as well.<br/><br/>""I'm in here!"" she called, peeking out, ""Alice went out with that guy, I think.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Alice..."" He moaned in pain, nearly falling over and crushing the flowers he had gotten for her. He wrapped his own arms around her, smiling happily at seeing his girlfriend, a thing he had once dreaded during the late days of his relationship with the Silver Queen. ""I told you I would be here.""<br/><br/>""Natalia... Why are you dismantling my household appliances?"" Helen asked, sighing as she put a palm to her helmet. Then when she heard Natalia's response, she sighed exasperatedly. She had been meaning to talk to Alice about Kyle ever since she deduced who he was. She walked over to the Synth, ""Nat... What do you think of Kyle?"""
911,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=100,2014-11-29T08:27:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Shiloh Haverfield, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Before he could get the next thing Jessica said to him, Shiloh noticed that she'd stopped halfway. It appeared that the driver was not who he was pretending to be. Looking at the license picture, the man here was indeed not as he looked on the photo. Shiloh's hand began to glow orange if in case he decided to pull of some dumb-ass stunt. Some drivers did this, pulling guns on their passengers, and Shiloh didn't like it one bit. But the man didn't seem to want to hurt either of them, so Shiloh cooled down and settled back into his seat.<br/><br/>A second later, Shiloh was yanked out of the cab and onto the street. He looked around and only saw a large building. The black car entered its rear earlier, as he'd seen. That red-haired lady didn't say anything more after calling them for help. What exactly was going on?<br/><br/>""Maybe..."" mumbled Shiloh, looking up at the rooftops. ""We're... Out in the open... In the movies, the heroes don't stay out in the open. Come on,"" he pointed up, ""Let's get to the rooftops.""<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Alice giggled with glee and released Kyle. Noticing the flowers, she leaned forward and observed them as living organisms. Sort of. She didn't know what flowers meant in a relationship, and so wasn't sure why Kyle had them.<br/><br/>""Are you a gardener?"" she asked, stupidly, scratching her head. ""I thought...""<br/><br/>""Kyle? Oh, you mean that guy..."" Natalia walked out of the bathroom with a few pipes. ""I guess he's fine. So long as he's nice to my sister, I've got nothing against him.""<br/><br/>Looking around at her mess, she shrugged. ""I'm... Fixing things... Upgrading, if you could call it that. I'm fitted with more advanced technical components than Alice is. She's much better with a gun, really."" she explained, setting the pipes down on the living room floor. Waiting for a response, she took one and began cleaning it out and applying some sort of adhesive to it..."
912,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=100,2014-11-29T09:36:00,Islamic Republic e Jariri,"After the guards searched the three of them for any concealed weaponry their necks were strapped with what appeared to be electronic collars. These were experimental Metahuman detainment collars, manufactured by the RHA but never went into mass production because of the fall of the Order in 2017. If one tried to physically remove them the short circuit would trigger and stun them with high voltage electricity. Applying too much pressure against their surface would also trigger a short circuit.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">There's only really three ways to safely remove them, through the collar keys which we don't have, or if the circuit was disabled by an external device or through telekinetic contact. Mia is capable of telekinesis therefore she could in theory remove them, however she'd have to do it gently, if too much motion is detected the circuit would activate and that would be painful.</span><br/><br/>They were led down the elevator shaft surrounded by three armed guards and when the doors reopened they were taken into the laboratory underground. The first person Damien saw was none other than the one he had hoped to see: it was Mitchell Evans. The boy was stripped naked and suspended inside a large glass tube filled with turquoise colored liquid. He was still unconscious, with an oxygen mask strapped to his face and various wires connected into his veins as well as across his spinal cord. Damien wasn't sure if they healing him or experimenting on him.<br/><br/>''Welcome, Miss Evans and... your associates,'' came a male voice. A sandy haired man wearing a white lab coat approached them, smiling.<br/>''I am Dr Owen Perry, and this here is my colleague Dr Vivian Hope,'' he said turning towards a blonde haired woman in a lab coat.<br/>''We've spent years trying to find you,'' smiled Dr Hope with an eerily warm tone. Damien noticed the mysterious girl standing close to a metallic armchair wired to a silver helmet. His eyes narrowed out of suspicion, he didn't have a good feeling about this. These people had kidnapped Mitchell to bring Mia here? Did it have something to do with that device?<br/><br/>He continued to stand among Matt and Mia in silence, waiting for the right action to respond to.<br/><br/>''I imagine you must have a lot of question,'' said Dr Hope. ''Let it be known, you're brother here is in safe hands.''<br/><br/>''You should thank us, with conventional technology you're brother would be lucky to last another ten years. But with out rejuvenation tank he has a better chance of healing.''<br/><br/>''You're holding him hostage and if we don't comply with whatever you're planning you have the upper hand to terminate him and you know none of us will let him die,'' spoke out Damien, in his natural British. He didn't care about blowing his disguise in front of Matt, none of that really mattered to him anymore."
913,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=100,2014-11-29T09:58:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Evans Siblings, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Leading Matthew and Mia down to the underground lab was perhaps the biggest mistake these people had made today. Mia's mood darkened quickly. The room began to shake. She was furious. And so was Matthew. The sight of their brother in this state, in a better condition or not, was awful.<br/><br/>""You... You sons of b*tches... I don't give two sh*ts about who you are..."" Mia snarled. She didn't touch the collar just yet. Her hands tightened into fists. The guards behind her would feel heavy all of a sudden, to a point that they would feel as if they were being lifted off the ground. They were, anyway. And they were torn, limb from limb. Mia then turned her eyes towards the two doctors. They would feel the pressure closing in on them as well. ""Make one wrong move, and I'll crush this whole building."" Mia began to stretch the collar around her neck so that it wasn't touching her...<br/><br/>""You've no f*cking right to take our brother from us and put him in that<span style=""font-style: italic"">thing</span>! Now, I demand you let him out before I tear you apart as well, you sh*tbags!"" she yelled at them, tearing up slightly. Matt was angry as well, and the shadows that were closest to him began to brood into what looked like wolves. Their eyes were locked on the two scientists and the remaining guards. What Damien, or Alistair had said only agitated the both of them. They had tried to be compliant, but this was unacceptable. What were they using Mitchell for? This was disgusting.. Inhuman.. Mitchell had been through enough.."
914,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=100,2014-11-29T10:24:00,Islamic Republic e Jariri,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22614972#p22614972"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Evans Siblings, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Leading Matthew and Mia down to the underground lab was perhaps the biggest mistake these people had made today. Mia's mood darkened quickly. The room began to shake. She was furious. And so was Matthew. The sight of their brother in this state, in a better condition or not, was awful.<br/><br/>""You... You sons of b*tches... I don't give two sh*ts about who you are..."" Mia snarled. She didn't touch the collar just yet. Her hands tightened into fists. The guards behind her would feel heavy all of a sudden, to a point that they would feel as if they were being lifted off the ground. They were, anyway. And they were torn, limb from limb. Mia then turned her eyes towards the two doctors. They would feel the pressure closing in on them as well. ""Make one wrong move, and I'll crush this whole building."" Mia began to stretch the collar around her neck so that it wasn't touching her...<br/><br/>""You've no f*cking right to take our brother from us and put him in that <span style=""font-style: italic"">thing</span>! Now, I demand you let him out before I tear you apart as well, you sh*tbags!"" she yelled at them, tearing up slightly. Matt was angry as well, and the shadows that were closest to him began to brood into what looked like wolves. Their eyes were locked on the two scientists and the remaining guards. What Damien, or Alistair had said only agitated the both of them. They had tried to be compliant, but this was unacceptable. What were they using Mitchell for? This was disgusting.. Inhuman.. Mitchell had been through enough..</div></blockquote><br/><br/>''I wouldn't do that if I were you,'' said Dr Hope, maintaining a calm tone.<br/><br/>''Your brother is on life support, if you try to force him out or destroy this vicinity<span style=""font-style: italic"">you</span>will have his blood on your hands. We're trying to help him and I suggest to you young miss that you keep your emotions under control if you want you're brother to keep living.''<br/><br/>She pressed a button on her watch and the collars strapped around Damien and Matt began to crackle before suddenly electrocuting them both. It was a strange sensation of pain, he didn't even scream and then collapsed with his knees against the floor, his mind dazed from the shock.<br/><br/>''I agree,'' said Dr Perry with a look of disgust at how Mia had brutally killed the three guards who were only doing their jobs. ''That's<span style=""font-style: italic"">three</span>families<span style=""font-style: italic"">you've</span>destroyed with one stone,'' he scolded.<br/><br/>The pool of blood surrounding the dead mutilated guards spread across a large area of the floor and even touched Damien's shoes. As he tried to stand back up again he heard a series of heavy foot steps approaching their way.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">'While I admire the ruthlessness and zeal you exhibit dear granddaughter of mine, I expected better from you,'</span>came an electronic voice with an sinisterly familiar tone. But it couldn't be...<br/><br/>Out of the shadows came a silver android with a blank glass face plate. When it came within a feet distance from them a blue holographic projection shot out of the face plate, rendering a 3D moving image of a middle aged looking man. It was Dr Mosley.<br/><br/>''No...'' gasped Damien. ''It can't be... you died...''<br/><br/>The hologram sneered at his direction before snickering with a malicious grin.<span style=""font-weight: bold"">''Did I? I'm afraid I don't quite recall that, Somerfield or former Sanctioned Agent-gone rogue X10. I can only assume at some point my physical self had died but that must have been after 2015 when I digitized my mind. You didn't think that you would be rid of me that easily did you?''</span><br/><br/>He hologram turned back towards Matt and Mia, gazing particularly at Mia.<span style=""font-weight: bold"">''I'm afraid you're in no position to make threats here Miss Evans, <span style=""font-style: italic"">we're</span> the ones holding your brother hostage and the rejuvenation tank that's keeping him alive right now is under my complete control. So unless you want to be responsible for more deaths, are you willing to calm yourself and engage in reasonable discussion? Well?''</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Why did he call Mia his granddaughter... no way... that can't be true...</span>"
915,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=100,2014-11-29T10:50:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Evans Siblings, 2027</span></span></div><br/>""I. Don't. Care. They're involved in this b*llsh*t plan, so they desrved it."" Mia said, and the collar around her neck finally snapped. Too late though, as Matt and Damien were shocked. The shadows standing on either side of her brother hissed and dispersed. Matthew looked angrier than ever. But he was fine.<br/>""No one hurts my family."" she continued, ""Not anymore.""<br/><br/>""You're not trying to<span style=""font-style: italic"">help him</span>, b*tch."" hear head snapped in the female doctor's direction. ""You're threatening me into doing some stupid crap you want."" She was pretty sure all this was a bluff, as life support didn't matter. So long as Matt was alive, Mitchell should hold out as well. But if any sufficient damage was made to Mitchell... Surely they wouldn't know that..<br/><br/>While in her shallow state of mind, Mia heard someone else coming close. She turned in their direction and held a hand out, freezing them in place. Her expression was of fury. ""Granddaughter?"" she scoffed. ""I'm no granddaughter of yours, scum! None of my grandparents are as sh*t-crazy as you are!"" Right now, she was in tears, and was constantly looking over at Mitchell. Matt was up on his feet, having been out of notice, he used two shadows to stretch his own collar. But as he was so close, hearing the android say<span style=""font-style: italic"">that name</span>, he stopped.<br/><br/>""Damien..."" he muttered. ""Somerfield?""<br/><br/>Meanwhile, Mia kept her gaze at the android. ""Why would I be responsible, f*ckface? I'm not the one holding a helpless person hostage here, am I? You're the evil<span style=""font-style: italic"">bastard</span>scientists in this room, and right now, I feel like just killing you all.""<br/>Mia shook her head, taking one last glance at Mitchell in the tank. She really wasn't sure. Matthew was in near-perfect condition. He should be able to sustain Mitch. But what if he couldn't?.."
916,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=100,2014-11-29T11:28:00,Islamic Republic e Jariri,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22615517#p22615517"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Evans Siblings, 2027</span></span></div><br/>""I. Don't. Care. They're involved in this b*llsh*t plan, so they desrved it."" Mia said, and the collar around her neck finally snapped. Too late though, as Matt and Damien were shocked. The shadows standing on either side of her brother hissed and dispersed. Matthew looked angrier than ever. But he was fine.<br/>""No one hurts my family."" she continued, ""Not anymore.""<br/><br/>""You're not trying to <span style=""font-style: italic"">help him</span>, b*tch."" hear head snapped in the female doctor's direction. ""You're threatening me into doing some stupid crap you want."" She was pretty sure all this was a bluff, as life support didn't matter. So long as Matt was alive, Mitchell should hold out as well. But if any sufficient damage was made to Mitchell... Surely they wouldn't know that..<br/><br/>While in her shallow state of mind, Mia heard someone else coming close. She turned in their direction and held a hand out, freezing them in place. Her expression was of fury. ""Granddaughter?"" she scoffed. ""I'm no granddaughter of yours, scum! None of my grandparents are as sh*t-crazy as you are!"" Right now, she was in tears, and was constantly looking over at Mitchell. Matt was up on his feet, having been out of notice, he used two shadows to stretch his own collar. But as he was so close, hearing the android say <span style=""font-style: italic"">that name</span>, he stopped. <br/><br/>""Damien..."" he muttered. ""Somerfield?""<br/><br/>Meanwhile, Mia kept her gaze at the android. ""Why would I be responsible, f*ckface? I'm not the one holding a helpless person hostage here, am I? You're the evil <span style=""font-style: italic"">bastard</span> scientists in this room, and right now, I feel like just killing you all.""<br/>Mia shook her head, taking one last glance at Mitchell in the tank. She really wasn't sure. Matthew was in near-perfect condition. He should be able to sustain Mitch. But what if he couldn't?..</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">''Now Miss Evans, none of us here want to hurt anyone. On the contrary we only wish to make things <span style=""font-style: italic"">better</span>,''</span>the holographic projection before the metal android raised his hand to display another projection showcasing what appeared to be DNA strands.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">''I'm afraid I wasn't that much aware of your existence sadly, but you see I am Richard Mosley, the brother of your father's mother. And that <span style=""font-style: italic"">does</span> make us biologically related. But I assure you that I haven't returned from the dead to grieve you, I am here to help you realize your <span style=""font-style: italic"">destiny</span>,''</span>he proclaimed.<br/><br/>''Leave her<span style=""font-style: italic"">alone</span>, Mosley,'' said Damien with a visibly angry expression.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">''It is the <span style=""font-style: italic"">truth</span>, why you should have been told about me or at least have found me on your genelogical records. The Evans are indeed my <span style=""font-style: italic"">family</span>.''</span><br/><br/>Damien couldn't believe this: Mosley was the brother of the Evan's maternal grandmother? One of his greatest and most persistent enemies was actually<span style=""font-style: italic"">related</span>to the Evans? This felt so very wrong.<br/><br/>''We<span style=""font-style: italic"">can</span>and we will kill Mitchell Evans if you continue to resist,'' asserted Dr Perry. The girl with the eye patch possessed special stealth telepathy which made it exceptionally difficult for even trained telepaths to detect that their mind was being read. The girl had constantly been reading Mia's mind and sending the data telepathically to Dr Perry, as per her orders.<br/><br/>''Don't think that your brother can shield him from forced cardiac arrest or brain death. Or would you prefer for the filtration system to be shut off allowing for poison accumla-''<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">''Dr Perry!''</span>roared Dr Mosley.<span style=""font-weight: bold"">''I am having a civil discussion with my granddaughter, we are not to resort to death threats until <span style=""font-style: italic"">I</span> give the word.''</span><br/><br/>''Um.. yes, Dr Mosley. Of course.''<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">''My dear it breaks my heart to see you like this, a Mosley deserves better. You are capable of doing so much more than you realize, a hidden power you have yet tapped into, a potential I can help you realize for the betterment of <span style=""font-style: italic"">humanity</span>. You my child, are the key to the Washington Unification Project.''</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Washington Unification Project... what is he talking about?</span>Damien noticed how Matt had seen through his disguise thanks to Dr Mosley but he doubted, or more like hoped the boy wouldn't do anything stupid like lunge at him at a time like this when there was seriously a far more pressing matter to be concerned about: saving Mitchell's life and finding out more about this unification project.<br/><br/>He glanced back at Matt with a blank expression, knowing the boy hated and blamed him for what happened to Mitchell. But he had resolved that he would help save Mitchell from whatever diabolical scheme Mosley and his colleagues here must have had in mind. But Mitchell was obviously just a hostage, despite him and Matt also being in a way his grandchildren, Dr Mosley seemed only interested in Mia. It was obsessive and disturbing."
917,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=100,2014-11-29T11:58:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Evans Siblings, 2027</span></span></div><br/>""My<span style=""font-style: italic"">destiny</span>, huh?"" Mia grinned, giggling. Matt turned to her now, worried.<br/><br/>""Mia?..""<br/><br/>""I can't believe... I'm related to you..."" she clutched her head and grabbed fistfuls of her reddish orange hair. ""Okay... I'll play along, granddaddy. But first..."" she said suddenly, laughing. Her pupils were dilated now as she intensified her telepathy and telekinesis to make sure nothing was getting in and out of her mind. She shot a glance at the eyepatch girl, and gave her a head-splitting migraine.<br/><br/>""Don't think you can get by me, little c*nt."" she snarled, then turned to Dr. Perry. She looked frightening now, her hands twitching. ""And you,<span style=""font-style: italic"">little bastard</span>... Did I hear you threatening my brother?"" she held both hands out, then made a semi-circle with them, tearing the man in half. She laughed as she watched his innards scatter across the floor, unnerving the remaining guards, and even Matthew. He jumped to grab her, but the collar did its job and sent him sprawling and moaning.<br/><br/>""Unification... That sounds like fun. Doesn't it, Matt?"" she giggled, keeping the widening pool of blood away from her through telekinesis alone. Maybe she should have heightened her power to this point. She felt as if she was in control, but to protect Mitchell was her priority, and she was intent on doing so through any means possible. She wasn't insane just yet. This was a side-effect of the extensive training it took for her to get this much strength over the years.<br/><br/>""Come on, granddaddy, before I lose my patience and kill her, too."" Mia turned to Mosley, pointing at Vivian."
918,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=100,2014-11-29T16:21:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22614116#p22614116"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Shiloh Haverfield, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Before he could get the next thing Jessica said to him, Shiloh noticed that she'd stopped halfway. It appeared that the driver was not who he was pretending to be. Looking at the license picture, the man here was indeed not as he looked on the photo. Shiloh's hand began to glow orange if in case he decided to pull of some dumb-ass stunt. Some drivers did this, pulling guns on their passengers, and Shiloh didn't like it one bit. But the man didn't seem to want to hurt either of them, so Shiloh cooled down and settled back into his seat. <br/><br/>A second later, Shiloh was yanked out of the cab and onto the street. He looked around and only saw a large building. The black car entered its rear earlier, as he'd seen. That red-haired lady didn't say anything more after calling them for help. What exactly was going on?<br/><br/>""Maybe..."" mumbled Shiloh, looking up at the rooftops. ""We're... Out in the open... In the movies, the heroes don't stay out in the open. Come on,"" he pointed up, ""Let's get to the rooftops.""</div></blockquote><br/>Jessica nodded, breathing in and out in an attempt to calm herself. Then she felt the earth beneath them begin to lift, elevating the two of them to the rooftop level. Her Geokenisis was always odd, she had to be in a calm state to use it as efficiently as possible, while her other powers she needed to be angry as possible to use well. She hopped off the Earth and onto the rooftop taking Shiloh with her.<br/><br/>Once on the roof, she looked down onto the building complex. She wasn't sure what to do now... that is until an idea came into her head. She smiled a mischievous smile which was almost comically wide.<br/><br/>""Do you think you could carry me while flying Shiloh?""<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22614116#p22614116"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Alice giggled with glee and released Kyle. Noticing the flowers, she leaned forward and observed them as living organisms. Sort of. She didn't know what flowers meant in a relationship, and so wasn't sure why Kyle had them.<br/><br/>""Are you a gardener?"" she asked, stupidly, scratching her head. ""I thought...""</div></blockquote><br/>Kyle picked up rather quickly what was going on. ""Oh... No I'm not a gardener."" He replied, ""These... are for you. Usually one person in a relationship gives the other flowers... It's suppose to be... nice."" He paused awkwardly, his smile leaving his face, replaced by an expression of nervousness. His anxiety began to get the better of him.<span style=""font-style: italic"">It's all going wrong...</span>He quickly grabbed Alice by the hand and led her to their table, a table outside with two chairs. He calmed himself and began smiling again, grabbing one of the chairs and politely pulling it out for Alice to sit on.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22614116#p22614116"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Kyle? Oh, you mean that guy..."" Natalia walked out of the bathroom with a few pipes. ""I guess he's fine. So long as he's nice to my sister, I've got nothing against him."" <br/><br/>Looking around at her mess, she shrugged. ""I'm... Fixing things... Upgrading, if you could call it that. I'm fitted with more advanced technical components than Alice is. She's much better with a gun, really."" she explained, setting the pipes down on the living room floor. Waiting for a response, she took one and began cleaning it out and applying some sort of adhesive to it...</div></blockquote><br/>""I... do live here... could you just..."" Helen sighed, Natalia seemed more reasonable and co-operative than Alice. ""Nevermind. Just remember to put things back together so they do work...""<br/><br/>""Natalia..."" She said suddenly, on a diverting train of thought ""Who exactly made you two?"""
919,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=100,2014-11-29T16:43:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Shiloh Haverfield, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Shiloh stayed silent as he and Jessica were transported to the rooftop of the nearest apartment building. It looked strange, the ground that had come up to get them to the roof. It was like an awkward extension of the building. He then turned his attention to where Jessica was looking and sighed.<br/><br/>""Yes, I probably can."" he said blankly, leaning against the edge.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>""Oh!"" Alice giggled and drew a hand to her mouth. She took the flowers and sniffed them. Yes, they smelled good, and they were very pretty. ""Thank you!"" she followed Kyle to an outdoor table and notice how he pulled a chair out for her. This, strangely, was part of her programming. Whoever programmed Alice might have not been sure what qualities to give her. She didn't have most required social skills, but she could respond to this situation. Alice smiled at Kyle and sat in the chair, holding the flowers in one hand, admiring them. But she wasn't sure of what to do.<br/><br/>""Where can I put these?"" she asked Kyle waiting for him to take his seat across her own.<br/><hr/><br/>""Oh, don't worry. They'll work, I'm sure."" Natalia reassured Helen, sticking the pipe she had been holding to another. She held it up, and it was shinier than ever. ""There, we go!"" she said triumphantly, then placed it aside to connect with the others later, and started cleaning out another pipe.<br/><br/>""Huh?.."" Natalia looked up for a moment, then shrugged. ""I don't know. But they're supposed to be good at making synthetics like myself. Though for some reason they just love scrapping projects out of nowhere. It's unfair, really. To us, mostly."""
920,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=100,2014-11-29T17:29:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22620020#p22620020"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Shiloh Haverfield, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Shiloh stayed silent as he and Jessica were transported to the rooftop of the nearest apartment building. It looked strange, the ground that had come up to get them to the roof. It was like an awkward extension of the building. He then turned his attention to where Jessica was looking and sighed.<br/><br/>""Yes, I probably can."" he said blankly, leaning against the edge. </div></blockquote><br/>""Right. In that case I have a plan."" Jessica replied. ""We don't know where Red head and Damien are, so basically what we do is you drop me at the top of the building, and I punch a hole down. We look through the top floor and if we find nothing, we go down another floor, rinse and repeat. We clear anyone who gets in our way, and eventually we should either attract some attention and be able to get some clue as to where they are, or we just reach the floor they happen to be on.""<br/><br/>""Sound good?""<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>""Oh!"" Alice giggled and drew a hand to her mouth. She took the flowers and sniffed them. Yes, they smelled good, and they were very pretty. ""Thank you!"" she followed Kyle to an outdoor table and notice how he pulled a chair out for her. This, strangely, was part of her programming. Whoever programmed Alice might have not been sure what qualities to give her. She didn't have most required social skills, but she could respond to this situation. Alice smiled at Kyle and sat in the chair, holding the flowers in one hand, admiring them. But she wasn't sure of what to do.<br/><br/>""Where can I put these?"" she asked Kyle waiting for him to take his seat across her own.</div></blockquote><br/>Kyle thought for a moment, taking the bouquet of flowers and carefully placing it on the edge of the table, making sure it wouldn't fall off. He then took his seat and looked at Alice. ""Umm... You don't eat... right..."" He sighed, then thought of an idea. ""I'l just order something later so they don't kick us out...""<br/><br/>""So... Your friend with the bike helmet.. Dire Wolf. Are you sure she's okay with... me? She's not going to turn up and try and arrest me or anything right?""<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>""Oh, don't worry. They'll work, I'm sure."" Natalia reassured Helen, sticking the pipe she had been holding to another. She held it up, and it was shinier than ever. ""There, we go!"" she said triumphantly, then placed it aside to connect with the others later, and started cleaning out another pipe.<br/><br/>""Huh?.."" Natalia looked up for a moment, then shrugged. ""I don't know. But they're supposed to be good at making synthetics like myself. Though for some reason they just love scrapping projects out of nowhere. It's unfair, really. To us, mostly.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Indeed. You're both pretty much human. It's rather... unjust to simply call you in for scrapping."" She replied, pacing. ""It can't be the government... yet they still have considerable influence with the cities police..."" She replied... her detective instincts at work."
921,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=100,2014-11-29T18:23:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Shiloh Haverfield, 2027</span></span></div><br/>""Yeah. Let's do it."" Shiloh nodded to Jessica, rising off the apartment roof. Both of his hands were glowing orange now as he got ready for a fight. But he cocked his head, unsure of how he was going to start.<br/><br/>""How do you want me to carry you, though?"" he asked Jessica, coming back down on the ground.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Clearly excited over what she was doing now, Alice clutched the edge of the table tightly, feeling warmth inside of her again, welling up beyond control. At the mention of Helen's codename, she gaped. Wasn't that supposed to be a secret? How did Kyle know? She placed her index finger on her chin as she thought, then finally answered.<br/><br/>""I don't know, really... I hope not... But how did you know about her?"""
922,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=100,2014-11-29T18:41:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alfie Royale / Requiem / Claudia Leistner, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Gerard's persuasion simply wasn't enough. His words weren't reaching far enough for his son to hear. Alfie was stagnant. After speaking with him in the hotel, Requiem escaped through the window and disappeared into the night. He ran through the streets, constantly admiring the shape at which this body had been kept. He had to thank the boy for that, really. Not too scrawny at all, but just fine. Good for running.<br/><br/>Then, as he ran, a blur of movement appeared in front of him. It was a young lady dressed in maid's clothing. Her hair was silver, and so were her eyebrows. She had a strange look on her face that said trouble. But Requiem didn't move.<br/><br/>""Hello, cousin."" she began, bowing slightly.<br/><br/>Requiem was taken by surprise. Cousin?.. She must be that young lady the boy had been talking to months before... He should leave now, but no... Perhaps he could use her to find the immortal and get this all over with. He shouldn't have let him escape at that Manor. He wondered if it indeed exploded as they'd said it would.<br/><br/>""Yes.. Hello.. Uhm...""<br/><br/>Claudia giggled. ""I've taken up your offer, and I'm willing to assist you in your work.""<br/><br/>Requiem's eyes shined. ""Are you?""<br/><br/>Claudia nodded, ""So are my marionettes.""<br/><br/>""That's good... Very good... What shall I call you, then?""<br/><br/>""Just Claudia, big cousin. Claudia is fine.""<br/><br/>""Well then, Claudia, here's what we're going to do first...""<br/><hr/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">*SHUSH*</span></div>"
923,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=100,2014-11-29T18:56:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22621243#p22621243"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Shiloh Haverfield, 2027</span></span></div><br/>""Yeah. Let's do it."" Shiloh nodded to Jessica, rising off the apartment roof. Both of his hands were glowing orange now as he got ready for a fight. But he cocked his head, unsure of how he was going to start.<br/><br/>""How do you want me to carry you, though?"" he asked Jessica, coming back down on the ground.</div></blockquote><br/>Jessica sighed, rolling her eyes. She held out both her arms in front of Shiloh. ""Just grab my hands and carry me to the roof."" She replied, ""Also, don't drop me too far, just because I'm tough doesn't mean it doesn't hurt when I fall from a height."" She replied tersely.<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Clearly excited over what she was doing now, Alice clutched the edge of the table tightly, feeling warmth inside of her again, welling up beyond control. At the mention of Helen's codename, she gaped. Wasn't that supposed to be a secret? How did Kyle know? She placed her index finger on her chin as she thought, then finally answered.<br/><br/>""I don't know, really... I hope not... But how did you know about her?""</div></blockquote><br/>""Mostly a guess. She was with you when you we're beating me and my brother up and you referred to a woman in the shower earlier... Helen was it?"" Kyle replied honestly. Strangely the name Helen sounded familiar, and so did Dire Wolves abilities seem familiar. ""It doesn't matter too much. If she does pop out of nowehere, I could always make a hasty escape. I've gotten quite good at running away.""<br/><br/>""So you fight crime and stuff independently?"" He asked, leaning back slightly in his seat."
924,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=100,2014-11-29T19:16:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Shiloh Haverfield, 2027</span></span></div><br/>""Gotcha.""<br/><br/>Shiloh flashed a thumbs up at Jessica and took her hands. Soon, they were both in the air. Shiloh made sure not to go too fast, since no one except himself actually liked that. It got a bit too hard on them, he guessed. The guards below were so absorbed in watching what was in front of them and never bothered to look up, so sneaking over the building was easy. From a distance he could discern as high enough, he nodded to Jessica, and let go of her hands. Immediately after, he prepared his weapons in case things went wrong.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>""Oh, that's right..."" Alice nodded. ""Whoops."" she shrugged. She hadn't anything to say about him escaping. If he needed to, it would be alright.<br/><br/>""No... I used to do it for the Police, but not anymore. Not after they started coming after us. I'm not sure yet as to why they want to shut us down all of a sudden, but we're not letting it happen. They promised us a normal life, and we deserve it."" she explained, leaning wit her elbow against the table. Right now she wanted to eat, just for the heck of it. She hadn't learned yet if she had tastebuds, as she rarely ever had the time to eat."
925,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=100,2014-11-29T19:53:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22621884#p22621884"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Shiloh Haverfield, 2027</span></span></div><br/>""Gotcha."" <br/><br/>Shiloh flashed a thumbs up at Jessica and took her hands. Soon, they were both in the air. Shiloh made sure not to go too fast, since no one except himself actually liked that. It got a bit too hard on them, he guessed. The guards below were so absorbed in watching what was in front of them and never bothered to look up, so sneaking over the building was easy. From a distance he could discern as high enough, he nodded to Jessica, and let go of her hands. Immediately after, he prepared his weapons in case things went wrong. </div></blockquote><br/>Once Jessica was dropped, she fell onto the roof on her feet and looked down to the roof of the building. She quickly brought her fists above her head before smashing them down onto the roof of the building, creating a crumbling hole in the roof which would allow them passage into the building. They came to a fairly empty floor, which didn't look like it would have Damien or Mia. Jessica suddenly realised how slow this would be and turned to Shiloh. ""We need to find someone who might know where Damien and the other lady are. Then we can skip this whole searching thing.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22621884#p22621884"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>""Oh, that's right..."" Alice nodded. ""Whoops."" she shrugged. She hadn't anything to say about him escaping. If he needed to, it would be alright. <br/><br/>""No... I used to do it for the Police, but not anymore. Not after they started coming after us. I'm not sure yet as to why they want to shut us down all of a sudden, but we're not letting it happen. They promised us a normal life, and we deserve it."" she explained, leaning wit her elbow against the table. Right now she wanted to eat, just for the heck of it. She hadn't learned yet if she had tastebuds, as she rarely ever had the time to eat.</div></blockquote><br/>""That doesn't sound fair... Why would they want to shut you down? I mean from how you dealt with me I'd assume you're pretty efficient..."" Kyle replied. A waiter came up to the two of them after he spoke.<br/><br/>""Good Afternoon. Have you two decided what you want?""<br/><br/>""Um... Yes."" Kyle had absent mindedly forgot what he had said earlier and how Alice said she might not need to eat. ""Could I have this..."" He pointed to a pasta dish on the menu.<br/><br/>The waiter nodded. ""And what do you want miss?"""
926,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=100,2014-11-29T20:08:00,Saestea,"OOC: I think we should wait for Mister Jariri first, before posting further using Jessica and Shiloh...<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>""Well,"" Alice leaned harder on the table, causing it to creak, ""Natalia said that they found some defects in our network. Particularly, mine and hers. That's why, I guess. I honestly think that it's all just a stupid excuse to stamp us out."" she looked at Kyle across the table, wondering if she herself had any questions for him.<br/><br/>Because she was in deep thought, the waiter startled when he came over, making her jump an inch off her seat.<br/>""Huh? O-Oh..."" she looked at the menu, glancing up at Kyle from time to time, as if asking what exactly she should get. Then, randomly, she pointed at the round thing with red spots on it.<br/><br/>""That one..?""<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Natalia, do I have taste buds?</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Of course you do, ninny! We're supposed to look, act, and live like humans!</span><br/><br/>""Oh!"" Alice gasped. She covered her mouth in shock with one hand. ""I didn't know. Is this okay, Kyle?"" she asked, pointing at the pizza.<br/><br/>Natalia, back at the apartment shook her head. Alice had been bugging her again about her systems.<br/><br/>""Well, there's nothing we can do about it now."" she said to Helen, shrugging. ""They have no control over us now, so that means we can live ""normal"" lives. I believe it was some private company that made us for the police force. They're being paid to make units..."""
927,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=100,2014-11-29T20:21:00,Islamic Republic e Jariri,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22616471#p22616471"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Evans Siblings, 2027</span></span></div><br/>""My <span style=""font-style: italic"">destiny</span>, huh?"" Mia grinned, giggling. Matt turned to her now, worried. <br/><br/>""Mia?.."" <br/><br/>""I can't believe... I'm related to you..."" she clutched her head and grabbed fistfuls of her reddish orange hair. ""Okay... I'll play along, granddaddy. But first..."" she said suddenly, laughing. Her pupils were dilated now as she intensified her telepathy and telekinesis to make sure nothing was getting in and out of her mind. She shot a glance at the eyepatch girl, and gave her a head-splitting migraine. <br/><br/>""Don't think you can get by me, little c*nt."" she snarled, then turned to Dr. Perry. She looked frightening now, her hands twitching. ""And you, <span style=""font-style: italic"">little bastard</span>... Did I hear you threatening my brother?"" she held both hands out, then made a semi-circle with them, tearing the man in half. She laughed as she watched his innards scatter across the floor, unnerving the remaining guards, and even Matthew. He jumped to grab her, but the collar did its job and sent him sprawling and moaning.<br/><br/>""Unification... That sounds like fun. Doesn't it, Matt?"" she giggled, keeping the widening pool of blood away from her through telekinesis alone. Maybe she should have heightened her power to this point. She felt as if she was in control, but to protect Mitchell was her priority, and she was intent on doing so through any means possible. She wasn't insane just yet. This was a side-effect of the extensive training it took for her to get this much strength over the years. <br/><br/>""Come on, granddaddy, before I lose my patience and kill her, too."" Mia turned to Mosley, pointing at Vivian.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Damien felt his jaw drop out of the pure sense of shock from what Mia just did. He had never seen this side of her before; it was understandable but so unexpected. First the guards then this Dr Perry, she tore them all apart without even touching them. He was suddenly glad that it was<span style=""font-style: italic"">Matt</span>who held a death wish against him and not Mia. Still he couldn't quite absorb what she just did, or the apparent fact that she and the rest of her siblings was actually related to Dr Mosley.<br/><br/>''You realize there's something quite clearly<span style=""font-style: italic"">off</span>about her don't you?'' came a familiar voice. Next to him stood a pale skinned boy with dark brown hair and hazel eyes and wore a beige jacket: this was him, from Cold Harbor 2018.<br/><br/>''So this is what its come to. In the end she blamed herself more than she blamed you for what happened to Mitchell and so strove to make herself stronger in order to protect the one's she loves, but at the cost of sacrificing part of her humanity. Now she's gone into her psycho state and its all my fault for what happened seven years ago,'' said<span style=""font-style: italic"">another</span>Damien, wearing a maroon blazer. He was an apparition of his past self from Millersville.<br/>''She's willing to let go of her morals because she doesn't want to show weakness, she's afraid that if she were to show weakness like she thought she did in Millersville then she would be powerless to shield her brother's from harm and malice, by essentially manifesting said harm and malice into this new personality of hers. Because of what I did she's not the same girl she used to be, I've driven her family into a dark path and turned her into a... into a...''<br/><br/>''A<span style=""font-style: italic"">monster</span>,'' added Cold Harbor Damien. The two imaginary companions stared down at their current real life incarnation, his mind still grazed from the electric collar as well as from witnessing Mia's unexpected outburst.<br/><br/>''If anything, I thought it would be<span style=""font-style: italic"">Matthew</span>who would lose himself and expected Mia to be the rational one,'' mused Millersville Damien.<br/><br/>''Don't do this Mia... please,'' begged Damien as he climbed back up on his feet. ''Don't lose your-''<br/><br/>The holographic projection of Mosley burst into laughter, amused at Damien's weak attempt to quell the girl's anger. Dr Hope's eyes welled up with tears of her own shock at the sight of Dr Perry's severed body. But Dr Mosley seemed indifferent, his holographic projection faded and the helmet on the silver chair extended towards Mia, attached to a long cord that wired into the buildings servers.<br/><br/>The helmet lunged at her with high speed and upon making contact literally locked itself against her head, protruding several needles that pierced through the back of her neck and connecting into her spinal cord that linked to the central nervous system. Immediately upon connecting into Mia, the girl's entire body was surrounded by a glowing blue aura and then she levitated into midair.<br/><br/>''Oh<span style=""font-style: italic"">yes</span>!'' came a male voice out of Mia's mouth. That wasn't her voice, it was<span style=""font-style: italic"">Mosley's</span>voice. Damien couldn't believe it, the man had quite literally possessed her mind. Or at least was trying to do so.<br/><br/>''What the hell is this Mosley?!'' roared Damien.<br/><br/>''<span style=""font-style: italic"">This</span>is the completion of Phase Zero of the Washington Unification Project. This device is a telepathy<span style=""font-style: italic"">amplifier</span>and I will use it to tap into the unchanelled power contained within my granddaughter. And I will harness this power to achieve unification across the city.''<br/><br/>''Unification?''<br/><br/>''Extended telepathy,'' explained Dr Vivian Hope, wiping off her tears. ''Its a simple theory, we needed a telepath strong enough to survive amplification and a neural code rewrite to allow for Dr Mosley to inhabit an organic vessel, preferably a genetic match. And as luck would have it, Mia Evans is actually a Mia Mosley. Our plan is to extend a telepathic dome over the city, generated by the girl's amplified power. Do you know what would be the result of this?''<br/><br/>Dr Hope's statement made Damien finally connect the dots and realize what was happening: they were generating a telepathic field where people could communicate with each other through their thoughts but on a city wide scale, they were planning on making every inhabitant of Washington City share a physic connection. But with Mosley involved it meant something even worse...<br/><br/>''No...'' muttered Damien. ''You have to stop this.''<br/><br/>''We are<span style=""font-style: italic"">uniting</span>every human in this city, when Phase One is complete we will all share the same thoughts and memories, we would all be<span style=""font-style: italic"">one instrument</span>.''<br/><br/>''Dammit! Do you honestly believe<span style=""font-style: italic"">that's</span>what Mosley wants?!''<br/><br/>A thin blue field emerged around Dr Hope and a similar field outlined Dr Perry as well, suggesting he had survived his torso being torn off his lower body. A host of guards arrived down the elevator shaft, having detected a disturbance but upon entry their eyes began to emit a blue glow and Damien could actually<span style=""font-style: italic"">hear</span>their thoughts. He felt the telepathic force trying to penetrate itself within his own mind, trying to open up the vault that was his mind and expose his thoughts and memories to the others nearby. Normally he could resist it but the amplification of Mia's natural abilities had made resistance almost futile. Sooner or later the mental barrier around his mind would break against the might of Mia's magnified telepathy. He could already<span style=""font-style: italic"">feel</span>the scorn Matt felt for him, how he blamed him for the aftermath of Mitchell's last battle against the Masked Man. His head was experiencing a stinging pain that became stronger every second as it was breaking through the last of his mind's defences...<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Mia's Mind</span><br/><br/>Dr Mosley levitated atop a glowing blue ocean, staring down at it where the waves should have painted his reflection they made him see through the eyes of the girl whose mind he had hijacked and harnessed for his own personal agenda that not even his colleagues were aware of, though Damien had suspected it once the initial plans were revealed. He wasn't only going to break down the barrier's between individual's minds to allow them to read each other's thoughts and memories, that was just Phase Zero. The next phase would wire everyone's mind together, so no matter how far away they were from each other within the vicinity of the city they would share the same mind, thoughts and memories. But what Dr Perry and Dr Hope didn't know was that he had planned for an additional phase.<br/><br/>''After Phase Zero is fully sequenced followed by Phase One, the Washington Unification Project will be blessed by an extra Phase<span style=""font-style: italic"">Two</span>where upon which I will use your power to rewrite the brain patterns of every individual affected by your amplified grasp with my own neural coding and the entire city will be mentally reincarnated in<span style=""font-style: italic"">my</span>image.''<br/><br/>He intended to copy his mind into everyone affected, he wanted to make every inhabitant of the city into his vessel. Washington was going to be united, under a single entity: his own mind. But down below the ocean was the girl he claimed to be his granddaughter, whose mind he had forcibly taken with whose powers he was violating for his own goals of dominating the entire city. Mia was chained to a large rock underwater, and Dr Mosley had mistakenly convinced himself that she would not be able to put up a fight to regain control of her mind and body.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Across Washington</span><br/><br/>''You bastard! I<span style=""font-style: italic"">knew</span>you f****d my wife!''<br/><br/>''You<span style=""font-style: italic"">poisoned</span>that pet hamster I got when I was eight? That was you?!''<br/><br/>People began to quarrel and skirmish as they were able to involuntarily connect into the minds of others nearby, as was expected of Phase Zero which had been completed. Essentially the majority of the population now possessed a form of telepathy."
928,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=125,2014-11-29T20:37:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Islamic Republic e Jariri <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22622631#p22622631"">wrote</a>:</cite>-Snip-</div></blockquote><br/>Suddenly those in the room might hear a soft melody being sung, especially Damien. While the tune might not be familiar, the voice singing it certainly would be, the voice of the Silver Queen. It seemed to be getting louder with time, as if the person singing it was getting closer. Also with the song might come the occasional image of a knife, blood or the corpse of Metallio.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22622452#p22622452"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: I think we should wait for Mister Jariri first, before posting further using Jessica and Shiloh... <br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>""Well,"" Alice leaned harder on the table, causing it to creak, ""Natalia said that they found some defects in our network. Particularly, mine and hers. That's why, I guess. I honestly think that it's all just a stupid excuse to stamp us out."" she looked at Kyle across the table, wondering if she herself had any questions for him.<br/><br/>Because she was in deep thought, the waiter startled when he came over, making her jump an inch off her seat. <br/>""Huh? O-Oh..."" she looked at the menu, glancing up at Kyle from time to time, as if asking what exactly she should get. Then, randomly, she pointed at the round thing with red spots on it. <br/><br/>""That one..?""<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Natalia, do I have taste buds?</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Of course you do, ninny! We're supposed to look, act, and live like humans!</span><br/><br/>""Oh!"" Alice gasped. She covered her mouth in shock with one hand. ""I didn't know. Is this okay, Kyle?"" she asked, pointing at the pizza. </div></blockquote><br/>""Umm... Yeah, sure."" He replied, the waiter nodding and writing down their order, then taking their menu's. As soon as he was gone, Kyle turned back to Alice. ""I thought you didn't eat?"" Kyle asked, still getting used to this whole synthetic thing. Still, he was determined to not let it get in the way at all. He really liked Alice, and didn't want anything to ruin their budding relationship.<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>Natalia, back at the apartment shook her head. Alice had been bugging her again about her systems. <br/><br/>""Well, there's nothing we can do about it now."" she said to Helen, shrugging. ""They have no control over us now, so that means we can live ""normal"" lives. I believe it was some private company that made us for the police force. They're being paid to make units...""</div></blockquote><br/>""Interesting..."" Helen muttered, pacing slightly. ""Finding out who this company is might be helpful..."" She thought out loud."
929,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=125,2014-11-29T21:01:00,Islamic Republic e Jariri,"<blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22622862#p22622862"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Islamic Republic e Jariri <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22622631#p22622631"">wrote</a>:</cite>-Snip-</div></blockquote><br/>Suddenly those in the room might hear a soft melody being sung, especially Damien. While the tune might not be familiar, the voice singing it certainly would be, the voice of the Silver Queen. It seemed to be getting louder with time, as if the person singing it was getting closer. Also with the song might come the occasional image of a knife, blood or the corpse of Metallio. </div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Oh no... no..no..no.. no...no...no...no... </span>Metallio's death was a testament of exactly why one would be a fool to challenge Quicksilver and now the images of his sliced up corpse were burning themselves into the back of his mind. Fear was the first instinct felt and now with the prospect of that one scary place known as Quicksilver's mind opened up, Damien struggled against blocking out whatever further malicious content must have been emitting from her mind. And while he was curious to know more about Quicksilver peering into her mind was probably as stupid as going Metallio on her, it wasn't worth the risk.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">You...</span>he realized he was communicating with her telepathically.<span style=""font-style: italic"">How long have you been here...?</span>"
930,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=125,2014-11-29T21:12:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Islamic Republic e Jariri <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22623191#p22623191"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22622862#p22622862"">wrote</a>:</cite>Suddenly those in the room might hear a soft melody being sung, especially Damien. While the tune might not be familiar, the voice singing it certainly would be, the voice of the Silver Queen. It seemed to be getting louder with time, as if the person singing it was getting closer. Also with the song might come the occasional image of a knife, blood or the corpse of Metallio. </div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Oh no... no..no..no.. no...no...no...no... </span> Metallio's death was a testament of exactly why one would be a fool to challenge Quicksilver and now the images of his sliced up corpse were burning themselves into the back of his mind. Fear was the first instinct felt and now with the prospect of that one scary place known as Quicksilver's mind opened up, Damien struggled against blocking out whatever further malicious content must have been emitting from her mind. And while he was curious to know more about Quicksilver peering into her mind was probably as stupid as going Metallio on her, it wasn't worth the risk. <br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">You...</span> he realized he was communicating with her telepathically. <span style=""font-style: italic"">How long have you been here...?</span></div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Oh... Damien. I've been here this entire time.""</span>She replied with a little telepathic giggle to the immortal. Like the Madness, she seemed to radiate horrific images and insanity. She couldn't help but let it spill out, but if one was perceptive, they might realize that this vileness was a screen, for something deep within her. She was definitely in the same room as them, unbeknownst to them she had been hiding in the air vents.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""I'm very well informed, I knew about Mosley's little resurrection plan. And I definitely can't let the good doctor come back from the grave.""</span>She explained.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""He knows far too much... Besides, phase 2 doesn't sound fun at all.""</span>"
931,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=125,2014-11-29T22:06:00,Islamic Republic e Jariri,"<blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22623336#p22623336"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Islamic Republic e Jariri <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22623191#p22623191"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Oh no... no..no..no.. no...no...no...no... </span> Metallio's death was a testament of exactly why one would be a fool to challenge Quicksilver and now the images of his sliced up corpse were burning themselves into the back of his mind. Fear was the first instinct felt and now with the prospect of that one scary place known as Quicksilver's mind opened up, Damien struggled against blocking out whatever further malicious content must have been emitting from her mind. And while he was curious to know more about Quicksilver peering into her mind was probably as stupid as going Metallio on her, it wasn't worth the risk. <br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">You...</span> he realized he was communicating with her telepathically. <span style=""font-style: italic"">How long have you been here...?</span></div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Oh... Damien. I've been here this entire time.""</span> She replied with a little telepathic giggle to the immortal. Like the Madness, she seemed to radiate horrific images and insanity. She couldn't help but let it spill out, but if one was perceptive, they might realize that this vileness was a screen, for something deep within her. She was definitely in the same room as them, unbeknownst to them she had been hiding in the air vents. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""I'm very well informed, I knew about Mosley's little resurrection plan. And I definitely can't let the good doctor come back from the grave.""</span> She explained. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""He knows far too much... Besides, phase 2 doesn't sound fun at all.""</span></div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">''Knows too much? Of course, Dr Mosley must know sensitive details about her murky past, looks like she has a personal agenda in this but regardless we share a common interest of aborting Phase Two. Thanks to this telepathic wish fulfillment I've confirmed Mosley's plans from his thoughts, Phase Zero gives us telepathy, Phase One will make our minds into a single unit and the final phase... well that has to be averted at all costs. Who knew after the Red King incident that Quicksilver is still of convenient use to me...''</span><br/><br/>He raised both his eyebrows upon the realization that he was involuntarily sharing his thoughts with a bloodthirsty psycho who could literally hear what he was thinking. But nearby the two Dr Hope's facial expression turned to shock upon realizing Mosley's true intentions of Phase Two but something else triggered within her more so upon exposure to Quicksilver's mind.<br/><br/>''You insane necrophiliac b***h!'' she shouted in fit of frenzy. She had obviously been exposed to some part of Quicksilver's memories that Damien had blocked out and wasn't apparently taking them too well.<br/><br/>''You should have never been inducted into the Sanctioned Program, you're f*****g mother should have dumped you off at a whore house where you belong!'' she shouted before raising a gun at her direction and firing.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG BANG! BANG!</span></div><br/><br/>Thanks to his new mind reading ability from Phase Zero Damien already saw the gun coming before it was pulled and managed to duck behind a metal desk to take cover from the bullets since he really couldn't afford to get shot anymore.<br/><br/>''I see you have finally revealed yourself, Dagger,'' spoke Mosley through Mia's body. ''Stopping me with your fancy blade work is a fools errand, I have transcended the limits of the flesh, I am immortal, nay I am<span style=""font-style: italic"">omnipresent</span>. You could say that I am a<span style=""font-style: italic"">god</span>, I am unstoppable!''<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">''He exists as sentient AI from the data stored in the physical servers of this building... at least part of them is metallic...''</span>communicated Damien. But the only one who could truly stop Mosley from launching Phase Two was Mia herself whose body the mad doctor was inhabiting. But destroying the servers would surely at least<span style=""font-style: italic"">slow</span>the Unification Project giving Mia enough time to fight off Mosley's imprint within her mind."
932,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=125,2014-11-30T03:06:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Islamic Republic e Jariri <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22624131#p22624131"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22623336#p22623336"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Oh... Damien. I've been here this entire time.""</span> She replied with a little telepathic giggle to the immortal. Like the Madness, she seemed to radiate horrific images and insanity. She couldn't help but let it spill out, but if one was perceptive, they might realize that this vileness was a screen, for something deep within her. She was definitely in the same room as them, unbeknownst to them she had been hiding in the air vents. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""I'm very well informed, I knew about Mosley's little resurrection plan. And I definitely can't let the good doctor come back from the grave.""</span> She explained. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""He knows far too much... Besides, phase 2 doesn't sound fun at all.""</span></div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">''Knows too much? Of course, Dr Mosley must know sensitive details about her murky past, looks like she has a personal agenda in this but regardless we share a common interest of aborting Phase Two. Thanks to this telepathic wish fulfillment I've confirmed Mosley's plans from his thoughts, Phase Zero gives us telepathy, Phase One will make our minds into a single unit and the final phase... well that has to be averted at all costs. Who knew after the Red King incident that Quicksilver is still of convenient use to me...''</span> <br/><br/>He raised both his eyebrows upon the realization that he was involuntarily sharing his thoughts with a bloodthirsty psycho who could literally hear what he was thinking. But nearby the two Dr Hope's facial expression turned to shock upon realizing Mosley's true intentions of Phase Two but something else triggered within her more so upon exposure to Quicksilver's mind. <br/><br/>''You insane necrophiliac b***h!'' she shouted in fit of frenzy. She had obviously been exposed to some part of Quicksilver's memories that Damien had blocked out and wasn't apparently taking them too well. <br/><br/>''You should have never been inducted into the Sanctioned Program, you're f*****g mother should have dumped you off at a whore house where you belong!'' she shouted before raising a gun at her direction and firing.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG BANG! BANG!</span></div><br/><br/>Thanks to his new mind reading ability from Phase Zero Damien already saw the gun coming before it was pulled and managed to duck behind a metal desk to take cover from the bullets since he really couldn't afford to get shot anymore. <br/><br/>''I see you have finally revealed yourself, Dagger,'' spoke Mosley through Mia's body. ''Stopping me with your fancy blade work is a fools errand, I have transcended the limits of the flesh, I am immortal, nay I am <span style=""font-style: italic"">omnipresent</span>. You could say that I am a <span style=""font-style: italic"">god</span>, I am unstoppable!'' <br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">''He exists as sentient AI from the data stored in the physical servers of this building... at least part of them is metallic...''</span> communicated Damien. But the only one who could truly stop Mosley from launching Phase Two was Mia herself whose body the mad doctor was inhabiting. But destroying the servers would surely at least <span style=""font-style: italic"">slow</span> the Unification Project giving Mia enough time to fight off Mosley's imprint within her mind.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Use me? Oh Sommerfield, this isn't like the Red King incident. Once this telepathy business is over with. I'm going to be dragging you back to my lair for some ""fun""... Well, fun for me, agonizing pain for you...""</span>She replied, giving the mental equivalent of a wink to Damien.<br/><br/>The Silver Queen had also read the mental cues, quickly morphing the metal air vent around her into a shield. Once she had finished shooting, the knife wielding girl moved the gun from the doctors hands to hers, crushing the weapon, then casually tossing it away. ""Guns... I hate guns..."" A grin still present on the psychopath's face as she transformed some spare metal into ""Doctor... How cruel of you. I'll have you know my mother was as much of a kind, merciful person as I am."" Even with the telepathy, wandering into Quicksilver's mind was a good way to loose yourself forever.<br/><br/>She turned to Mia, her smile widening. ""I prefer Silver Queen, Doctor Mosley. I'm not longer your little pet, I've changed a lot since then..."" She replied, circling Mia like an animal circling its prey. ""Though, don't take my word for it. Take a nice good look inside my head, see what your sanctioning shit did to me."" There was some genuine venom to those last words.<br/><br/>""I do have to ask doctor: Why on earth would you want more than one of you running around? I mean, even you with your pathetically frightened mind, so afraid of death you'd do anything to stop it, is preciously unique. Why would you want to have a hundred rip offs running around? I definitely wouldn't want another one of me running around, it would just be... redundant.""<br/><br/>While buying time, the Queen was searching mentally through the minds of those nearby for the location of the servers. Quickly latching back onto Hopes mind, she saw the answer. it didn't seem too far from here. At least not far enough away from Quicksilver than any sane human being should be. She quickly began testing the servers and hard drives, playing with the silicon, copper and metal, testing and breaking, seeing which effected the hologram Mosley the most.<br/><br/>""Oh, Quick question Doctor."" She turned to Dr. Hope, this time talking to her. ""I've always wanted to ask a doctor this question: What's your favorite internal organ?"""
933,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=125,2014-11-30T07:24:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Evans Siblings, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Mia gave no struggle as the strange helmet object latched onto her head. It was obvious that the needles piercing into her spinal cord hurt her however, as she arched her back the moment they went in. Inside her own mind, her domain, she found herself on her knees, dazed. The moment she looked up, she saw that man. On her face was a glare filled with contempt.<br/>""Don't call me your granddaughter, you disgusting f*ck!"" she yelled at him. Her physical body twitched slightly as she began to resist. ""I'm nothing like you. Neither of my brothers are anything like you! You have no right to call me your granddaughter after you did this, you creep! I'm not yours to use!""<br/><br/>Outside, in a desperate effort to keep the thoughts out of his head, Matt got up and touched the ground. Beneath him appeared a dark blue circle. Surprisingly, it expanded until it was under Damien as well. Both of them sunk into the artificial void that Matt created and appeared in an empty world. They could both see clearly, but there was nothing in the space besides themselves. Here, Matt quickly snapped his collar off and glared hard at Damien.<br/><br/>""You..."" he clenched his fists tight and shook his head. ""You again...""<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>""Great!"" Alice laughed, imagining what exactly that round thing would taste like. ""I don't, but only because I've never had the time to do so."" she told Kyle, referring to what she said about not needing to consume any kind of food.<br/><br/>""According to Natalia, I do indeed have taste buds, and those are used by humans to taste different food items."" she brought her index finger up, explaining. ""This is officially the first time I get to use them."" She then leaned back into her chair as well, looking exceptionally pleased with herself and how clever she was. Right now she was waiting for the food to come, or for Kyle to say something else.<br/><br/>(Okay, so Kyle could begin to feel the mind-wave thingy, causing them to be drawn to the building after their meal. This should ultimately involve them with the rest of the storyline. Alfie will be there as well.)<br/><hr/><br/>""Could be."" shrugged Natalia, applying adhesive to another set of pipes. She walked away, disappeared into the kitchen, and returned with her arms empty. ""There! Now, your kitchen sink will work better than it ever will in the next few years!""<br/><br/>""Now... About our manufacturers, I've always been fairly curious about their intentions and plans. They almost always have flaws in their designs, it seems. Perhaps it was unfortunate that Alice ran into one of those flaws. I detected it in her systems on the first day, before all of this happened.""<br/><hr/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alfie Royale / Nathaniel Holloway / Claudia Leistner, 2027</span></span></div><br/>If there was a mental barrier that Mia couldn't break, it was that of Alfie's and Requiem's combined. The boy sat in a large office chair opposite to David, discussing the recent events. Requiem was quickly getting the hang of this business thing. Everyone seemed convinced that he was their real boss. He felt the unusual spike in his head and contacted his ""cousin"" Claudia.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">It seems we've found the source. I feel him. The immortal. I will lead you to him, my cousin. Follow, and bring him here for me.</span><br/><br/>""Will do, cousin Alfred."" giggled Claudia, jumping from one rooftop to the next. On either side of her were a pair of oak wooden puppets. They moved as swiftly as she, and were almost synchronized with her. Cousin Alfie's shield on her was working well. She could feel a strange pressure growing around her head, but she could keep it off.<br/><hr/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Shiloh Haverfield, 2027</span></span></div><br/>After Jessica broke through the hole and went down, Shiloh followed her, hovering above her to provide cover. The air around his hands seemed to be warped, and his hands themselves looked like molten clubs of iron. Suddenly, below, Mia was connected to Mosley's device.<br/><br/>""No need..."" said Shiloh, feeling a strange, weak star. ""I feel something. I don't know what it is, but I know it's close to her.""<br/>That weak star was Mitchell Evans, floating in the weird canister object. Shiloh felt a need to merge with this weak star, to give it new life again. Stars never deserved to die, but when they did, it was too late. This particular star had a chance. Shiloh had to help him."
934,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=125,2014-12-01T04:00:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22627164#p22627164"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>""Great!"" Alice laughed, imagining what exactly that round thing would taste like. ""I don't, but only because I've never had the time to do so."" she told Kyle, referring to what she said about not needing to consume any kind of food.<br/><br/>""According to Natalia, I do indeed have taste buds, and those are used by humans to taste different food items."" she brought her index finger up, explaining. ""This is officially the first time I get to use them."" She then leaned back into her chair as well, looking exceptionally pleased with herself and how clever she was. Right now she was waiting for the food to come, or for Kyle to say something else.<br/><br/>(Okay, so Kyle could begin to feel the mind-wave thingy, causing them to be drawn to the building after their meal. This should ultimately involve them with the rest of the storyline. Alfie will be there as well.)</div></blockquote><br/>""Thats good, this should be an enjoyable first meal for you then."" Kyle replied, hearing some telepathic voices but choosing to ignore them. He smiled back at her, and in an attempt to seem less nervous, he leaned back in his seat a little, the front legs off the ground. ""So... Your sister... Is she a synthetic too? Did she work with you before?""<br/><br/>(Sure, Kyle can take them there pretty fast, so we can take our time with the lunch.)<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>""Could be."" shrugged Natalia, applying adhesive to another set of pipes. She walked away, disappeared into the kitchen, and returned with her arms empty. ""There! Now, your kitchen sink will work better than it ever will in the next few years!""<br/><br/>""Now... About our manufacturers, I've always been fairly curious about their intentions and plans. They almost always have flaws in their designs, it seems. Perhaps it was unfortunate that Alice ran into one of those flaws. I detected it in her systems on the first day, before all of this happened.</div></blockquote><br/>""Thats good. The old thing hasn't been working so well recently anyway..."" She replied. ""As for your manu-"" Helen suddenly clutched her helmet. The telepathic wave was interfering with her already enhanced senses, the two of them fighting in a which which caused her pain. She groaned in agony, falling to her knees.<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Shiloh Haverfield, 2027</span></span></div><br/>After Jessica broke through the hole and went down, Shiloh followed her, hovering above her to provide cover. The air around his hands seemed to be warped, and his hands themselves looked like molten clubs of iron. Suddenly, below, Mia was connected to Mosley's device.<br/><br/>""No need..."" said Shiloh, feeling a strange, weak star. ""I feel something. I don't know what it is, but I know it's close to her."" <br/>That weak star was Mitchell Evans, floating in the weird canister object. Shiloh felt a need to merge with this weak star, to give it new life again. Stars never deserved to die, but when they did, it was too late. This particular star had a chance. Shiloh had to help him.</div></blockquote><br/>Jessica thought for a moment, frowning in thought. She walked towards the elevator. ""Right... In that case we can just take the elevator."" She replied, walking over to the metal box, pressing the button. Jessica didn't notice the telepathic stuff mostly due to the fact of how enormously stubborn she was."
935,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=125,2014-12-01T05:19:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Alice continued to smile, at the flowers in particular. They smelled absolutely wonderful. With her elbow on the table she began to hum a little song, only stopping at hearing Kyle ask her a question, referring to her sister.<br/><br/>""Natalia? Oh, yes. She's a synthetic as well. Her role within the division was different, though."" she replied, staring at the vase.<br/><br/>""She's optimized for combat, but she's got more intellectual components than I do. My guess is, whoever made me was feeling lazy and decided that I was good as is. He didn't bother to add anything else besides basic socialization skills, five senses, in-combat skills, cloaking fields, and digital weapon creation."" she added, twirling some of her hair around her finger and moving her eyes towards Kyle now. When their eyes met, she looked back at the vase as quickly as she could.<br/><hr/><br/>""My what? Manual?"" Natalia asked, confused, but realized what was happening. She rushed up to Helen and supported her from the side. She could lift her effortlessly, being a synthetic and everything. ""What's wrong?"" she asked Helen, concerned. ""I'm reading unnecessary waves within your head. What is it?""<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Shiloh Haverfield, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Shiloh was receiving cascades of unnecessary thoughts from people who were nearby. He wrinkled his nose, placing his hands over his ears and shaking his head. As they descended to the lower floors, the elevator stopped. When the doors opened, a man in a white jacket looked surprised. The guard behind him raised his gun to shoot the two juvenile intruders in the elevator. Before he could, both he and the scientist were immolated. Shiloh began to sweat as the thoughts he received intensified.<br/><br/>""Need to help him... He's getting cold..."" he suddenly mumbled, supernaturally detecting Mitchell's presence..."
936,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=125,2014-12-01T10:16:00,Islamic Republic e Jariri,"<blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22626005#p22626005"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>She turned to Mia, her smile widening. ""I prefer Silver Queen, Doctor Mosley. I'm not longer your little pet, I've changed a lot since then..."" She replied, circling Mia like an animal circling its prey. ""Though, don't take my word for it. Take a nice good look inside my head, see what your sanctioning shit did to me."" There was some genuine venom to those last words. <br/><br/>""I do have to ask doctor: Why on earth would you want more than one of you running around? I mean, even you with your pathetically frightened mind, so afraid of death you'd do anything to stop it, is preciously unique. Why would you want to have a hundred rip offs running around? I definitely wouldn't want another one of me running around, it would just be... redundant."" </div></blockquote><br/><br/>''Free will and individuality cause conflict and disagreement among us all, but with everyone a projection of myself I can purge this city of crime and corruption and bring about a new age of peace and prosperity. Death is a weakness that must be overcome, I will carve my name into the fabric of the world itself and become its new god and I will<span style=""font-style: italic"">unite</span>people from all walks of life to share the same thoughts, memories and ambition. I will bring back the Order into this world and fashion it in my image. We are all but tools meant to serve the greater good, your sanctification was your<span style=""font-style: italic"">purpose</span>in life during the first era of the Order and when I bring about its second era you can relinquish yourself of who you became after sanctification and arise with me anew, for the betterment of mankind. I wouldn't expect you to ever understand the altruistic nature of my actions, little<span style=""font-style: italic"">Dagger</span>.''<br/><br/>''Mosley!'' shouted Dr Hope. ''That was never part of the plan, we were to make everyone in the city share the same mind to bring about better empathy and understanding, not this spiritual delusion and hive mind business, this isn't what the Unification Project was supposed to do!''<br/><br/>''The Unification Project is an instrument of<span style=""font-style: italic"">my</span>will and this city will be the first under my control. Few are truly worthy to rule and I am among those very few. The majority of mankind are corrupt and disgusting creatures, savage and prejudiced, but I will be the one to tame them.''<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>""Oh, Quick question Doctor."" She turned to Dr. Hope, this time talking to her. ""I've always wanted to ask a doctor this question: What's your favorite internal organ?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>''What kind of question is that you bloodthirsty psychotic b***h?!'' shouted Dr Hope, now more afraid of losing her life to this former Sanctioned agent more than her fear of becoming a mental clone of Dr Mosley. She took several steps back from her, panicking because she didn't have her gun anymore.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Crash!</span><br/><br/>One of the servers Quicksilver had dismantled crashed down and Mia/Mosley visibly flinched in pain.<br/><br/>''Detecting neural data disruption, this is<span style=""font-style: italic"">inexcusable</span>!'' he exclaimed before using Mia's telekinesis to hurl the large broken server at Quicksilver's direction."
937,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=125,2014-12-01T10:25:00,Islamic Republic e Jariri,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22627164#p22627164"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Evans Siblings, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Mia gave no struggle as the strange helmet object latched onto her head. It was obvious that the needles piercing into her spinal cord hurt her however, as she arched her back the moment they went in. Inside her own mind, her domain, she found herself on her knees, dazed. The moment she looked up, she saw that man. On her face was a glare filled with contempt.<br/>""Don't call me your granddaughter, you disgusting f*ck!"" she yelled at him. Her physical body twitched slightly as she began to resist. ""I'm nothing like you. Neither of my brothers are anything like you! You have no right to call me your granddaughter after you did this, you creep! I'm not yours to use!"" <br/><br/>Outside, in a desperate effort to keep the thoughts out of his head, Matt got up and touched the ground. Beneath him appeared a dark blue circle. Surprisingly, it expanded until it was under Damien as well. Both of them sunk into the artificial void that Matt created and appeared in an empty world. They could both see clearly, but there was nothing in the space besides themselves. Here, Matt quickly snapped his collar off and glared hard at Damien. <br/><br/>""You..."" he clenched his fists tight and shook his head. ""You again...""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>''Okay, now before you obliterate my soul of existence,<span style=""font-style: italic"">is this really the damned time to do so</span>?!'' yelled Damien.<br/><br/>''Your sister is possessed by a mad doctor with third degree megalomania who just happens to be related to her grandmother and now he has access to all her powers and your brother is being stored inside a large green jar and you want to kill me<span style=""font-style: italic"">now</span>? I don't expect you to ever forgive me for what happened in Millersville but right now can you<span style=""font-style: italic"">please</span>just put all that anger and rage on hold until we can figure out how to stop Mosley from turning us all into his personal<span style=""font-style: italic"">puppets</span>?!''"
938,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=125,2014-12-01T11:07:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Evans Siblings, 2027</span></span></div><br/>""GET DOWN FROM THERE YOU FREAKING PSYCHO!"" screamed Mia at the top of her lungs at Mosley. She was resisting as hard as she could, but was only at around 7% of doing so. Far from enough. This was absolutely not good. Who knows what this awful man was doing to her brothers and Damien now? Determined to protect her brothers and friends, she continues to fight, trying to shove Mosley out of her head. It wa still unbelievable how someone like this was related to her. It was terrible, in fact. The thought of it made her cringe and gag.<br/><hr/><br/>Letting the pain in his head subside, Matt began to laugh hoarsely. The void around him brightened, but only slightly. He placed a hand on his forehead. ""Aah, goddamn it."" he shook his head, ""I... Just can't."" he said to Damien with a sigh. ""Mitch would be real pissed off if I did something like that. You know him.""<br/><br/>""I can't say I'm not angry at you, but I can't do anything, either."" shrugged the older Matt, clearly appearing much more responsible than he would ever be. In fact, he could be called 'Mitchell' right now, and he wouldn't mind. He had learned to balance his attitude over the time that he'd been left without his twin. ""I can't go out there, either... I might... Hurt someone."" Matt crossed his arms over his chest, looking into the distance. ""Are you going back? Can you handle it?""<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Timothy Allencourt / Knox Stanforth, 2027</span></span></div><br/>""Oh, dear."" said Timothy, leaning back into his chair. He waved a hand, and everyone apart from Knox left the office. The younger boy looked rather flustered, looking about the room frantically.<br/><br/>""Do you hear those voices, Knox?"" asked Timothy, getting up from his desk. ""It's awful!""<br/><br/>Knox nodded. ""Yes, it is...""<br/><br/>""I don't like it!"" Timothy suddenly slammed both his hands onto the desk. ""FIND ITS SOURCE AND BURN IT DOWN!"" he bellowed.<br/><br/>But Knox only gulped and shrugged. ""We don't know where to start..."" he said softly.<br/><br/>""O-Oh..."" Timothy cocked his head, placing a finger on his chin. ""That's right...""<br/><br/>""..."""
939,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=125,2014-12-01T16:48:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Islamic Republic e Jariri <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22640080#p22640080"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22626005#p22626005"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>She turned to Mia, her smile widening. ""I prefer Silver Queen, Doctor Mosley. I'm not longer your little pet, I've changed a lot since then..."" She replied, circling Mia like an animal circling its prey. ""Though, don't take my word for it. Take a nice good look inside my head, see what your sanctioning shit did to me."" There was some genuine venom to those last words. <br/><br/>""I do have to ask doctor: Why on earth would you want more than one of you running around? I mean, even you with your pathetically frightened mind, so afraid of death you'd do anything to stop it, is preciously unique. Why would you want to have a hundred rip offs running around? I definitely wouldn't want another one of me running around, it would just be... redundant."" </div></blockquote><br/><br/>''Free will and individuality cause conflict and disagreement among us all, but with everyone a projection of myself I can purge this city of crime and corruption and bring about a new age of peace and prosperity. Death is a weakness that must be overcome, I will carve my name into the fabric of the world itself and become its new god and I will <span style=""font-style: italic"">unite</span> people from all walks of life to share the same thoughts, memories and ambition. I will bring back the Order into this world and fashion it in my image. We are all but tools meant to serve the greater good, your sanctification was your <span style=""font-style: italic"">purpose</span> in life during the first era of the Order and when I bring about its second era you can relinquish yourself of who you became after sanctification and arise with me anew, for the betterment of mankind. I wouldn't expect you to ever understand the altruistic nature of my actions, little <span style=""font-style: italic"">Dagger</span>.''<br/><br/>''Mosley!'' shouted Dr Hope. ''That was never part of the plan, we were to make everyone in the city share the same mind to bring about better empathy and understanding, not this spiritual delusion and hive mind business, this isn't what the Unification Project was supposed to do!''<br/><br/>''The Unification Project is an instrument of <span style=""font-style: italic"">my</span> will and this city will be the first under my control. Few are truly worthy to rule and I am among those very few. The majority of mankind are corrupt and disgusting creatures, savage and prejudiced, but I will be the one to tame them.''<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>""Oh, Quick question Doctor."" She turned to Dr. Hope, this time talking to her. ""I've always wanted to ask a doctor this question: What's your favorite internal organ?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>''What kind of question is that you bloodthirsty psychotic b***h?!'' shouted Dr Hope, now more afraid of losing her life to this former Sanctioned agent more than her fear of becoming a mental clone of Dr Mosley. She took several steps back from her, panicking because she didn't have her gun anymore.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Crash!</span><br/><br/>One of the servers Quicksilver had dismantled crashed down and Mia/Mosley visibly flinched in pain. <br/><br/>''Detecting neural data disruption, this is <span style=""font-style: italic"">inexcusable</span>!'' he exclaimed before using Mia's telekinesis to hurl the large broken server at Quicksilver's direction.</div></blockquote><br/>Quicksilver didn't giggle this time, her laughter was hysterical and loud, even while dodging the server she was laughing it up. She had to calm herself, taking a deep breath before continuing. Still attacking the servers.<br/><br/>""Oh god... that was hilarious..."" She replied, breathing in and out. ""But you know what is inexcusable. Taking your Granddaughters body over and trying to rewrite her mind. That is just disgusting."" She explained, swaying from side to side. ""Altruism. HAH! At least I'm honest when I'm being selfish. I don't pretend doing what I'm doing is helping anyone but me. Though you may be right, I'm not exactly the most familiar with altruism, but I do understand one thing... Fear.""<br/><br/>Her words were as much to disrupt as to distract. To make the mosley imprint loosen his grip on Mia's mind. With her new telepathy, the Silver Queen could feel her resisting. ""You're afraid. Too afraid to die and you'll do anything to deny death. I'd honestly pity you if I didn't despise you."" She replied, a manic taunting grin on her face. ""Your a little scaredy cat doctor. Go on, admit it.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Isn't Damien good at anyalsis and stuff. Darn, I could really use his help...</span>She thought to herself.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Maybe I shouldn't have told him I would torture him in my lair... That might have been a bad move.</span><br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22638513#p22638513"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Alice continued to smile, at the flowers in particular. They smelled absolutely wonderful. With her elbow on the table she began to hum a little song, only stopping at hearing Kyle ask her a question, referring to her sister.<br/><br/>""Natalia? Oh, yes. She's a synthetic as well. Her role within the division was different, though."" she replied, staring at the vase.<br/><br/>""She's optimized for combat, but she's got more intellectual components than I do. My guess is, whoever made me was feeling lazy and decided that I was good as is. He didn't bother to add anything else besides basic socialization skills, five senses, in-combat skills, cloaking fields, and digital weapon creation."" she added, twirling some of her hair around her finger and moving her eyes towards Kyle now. When their eyes met, she looked back at the vase as quickly as she could.</div></blockquote><br/>""Cloaking fields... cool"" He said, letting his inner nerd out for a second before his brain went back to the conversation. ""It was kinda the same with me... My brother was the brains of our... business. Though... He wasn't as nice as your sister."" He replied. ""In fact he was a major jerk. I never realised how much the asshole would manipulate me and I trusted him...""<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>""My what? Manual?"" Natalia asked, confused, but realized what was happening. She rushed up to Helen and supported her from the side. She could lift her effortlessly, being a synthetic and everything. ""What's wrong?"" she asked Helen, concerned. ""I'm reading unnecessary waves within your head. What is it?""</div></blockquote><br/>Helen was shaking her head, her entire body trembling. Her reaction to the telepathy was rather extreme. ""Brain... on fire... Can heard... too many sounds... voices."" She muttered. ""What... what's going on?"" She grabbed her helmet, activating the locks and tossing it off, revealing her face.<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Shiloh Haverfield, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Shiloh was receiving cascades of unnecessary thoughts from people who were nearby. He wrinkled his nose, placing his hands over his ears and shaking his head. As they descended to the lower floors, the elevator stopped. When the doors opened, a man in a white jacket looked surprised. The guard behind him raised his gun to shoot the two juvenile intruders in the elevator. Before he could, both he and the scientist were immolated. Shiloh began to sweat as the thoughts he received intensified. <br/><br/>""Need to help him... He's getting cold..."" he suddenly mumbled, supernaturally detecting Mitchell's presence...</div></blockquote><br/>""Keep calm buddy."" Jessica replied. The floor number just... coming to her. It was somewhat odd for the little girl. She pressed it. ""Focus on my voice. Don't loose it."" She could tell Shiloh was caving to... something. He was being pressed by something. Not sure what though. ""We'll be down there soon, okay?"""
940,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=125,2014-12-01T19:26:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Alice innocently giggled at Kyle's reaction to her equipment. The cloaking field to be precise. She felt as if she should demonstrate, but showing Kyle her endoskeleton migh put him off. She shook her head vigorously, throwing the stupid thoughts out. Everything was going too well, and she wasn't going to let anyone mess with her new experience. She would kill them before what she now had was ruined.<br/><br/>""Ah, yes. He was quite unlawful."" Alice nodded, resisting a laugh at hearing the word 'asshole'. ""Very unlawful."" she said, then burst into a stream of giggles. Waving that moment away, she smiled at Kyle. ""I... I'm sorry about that... I just, have never heard that word before. Asshole? It doesn't go right in mind head."" she knocked on the side of her head, making a low clanging sound. ""Ass and hole?"" she laughed again. ""It's hard to visualize!""<br/><hr/><br/>""Voices? But... I don't hear anything. Are you a telepath?"" Natalia looked around to see if anyone was watching them from outside. She looked rather serious now, prepared to fight. At that moment, she finally saw what Helen looked under her helmet. She'd forgotten to ask Alice about this. It didn't matter now, anyway.<br/><br/>Natalia used her hand not supporting Helen, then tapped her shoulder twice. A flap there opened, and two small antennas unfurled. The taller had what looked like a strobe light on its end. Natalia looked surprised. There were waves everywhere. Unwanted waves. This was not good.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Shiloh Haverfield, 2027</span></span></div><br/>""Aghh..."" Shiloh pressed his ears against his head, but it did no good at all. The thoughts flowed in anyway. As they came down in the elevator, the dwindling heat from the other star became clearer. Shiloh drew his arms away from his ears and looked around. Mitchell was nearby.<br/><br/>""Hurry."" a voice came to him and Jessica. Louder than all the others. It was the voice of an adult male. ""Hurry. Help my sister. Please.""<br/><br/>""It's him... The dying star..."" muttered Shiloh, looking around. There was a look of pain in his eyes as he spoke. He looked grimly over at Jessica, worried. ""I'm sure you've studied about that, right? Do you know what happens to stars when they die?""<br/>Then, without waiting for an answer, he nodded.<br/><br/>""Supernova."""
941,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=125,2014-12-01T19:29:00,Islamic Republic e Jariri,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22640475#p22640475"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I can't say I'm not angry at you, but I can't do anything, either."" shrugged the older Matt, clearly appearing much more responsible than he would ever be. In fact, he could be called 'Mitchell' right now, and he wouldn't mind. He had learned to balance his attitude over the time that he'd been left without his twin. ""I can't go out there, either... I might... Hurt someone."" Matt crossed his arms over his chest, looking into the distance. ""Are you going back? Can you handle it?"" </div></blockquote><br/><br/>''I don't know, but Mosley can't be allowed to complete to this Unification Project otherwise the repercussions won't just affect us but the entire city. He<span style=""font-style: italic"">needs</span>to be stopped,'' replied Damien with a determined look on his face. As he resurfaced back into the lab he was rekindled with that familiar telepathic pressing sensation. There wasn't much time left before Phase One was fully sequenced. Then suddenly his mind was overcome by a new sensation, one that seemed to cement off the earlier sensation from entering his head, though he could still he could still feel Mosley's telepathic waves vibrating against his insulation layer.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">''You don't have much time,''</span>came a female voice. It was from that girl who led him and Mia here, the one who felt eerily familiar despite him being sure he had never seen her before. She was standing only a few feet behind him.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">''You? What are you doing?''<br/><br/>''Saving you. I extended my telepathic shield into you but it won't hold long against Mosley's amplified hold over the girl's power.''<br/><br/>''Why are you helping me? And how come I can't read your mind?''<br/><br/>''I told you already, I'm using a telepathic shield. As long as your covered in it you're blocked from accessing the extended telepathy. After all you're not a natural telepath, you and everyone else is merely borrowing . Right now you're only able to telepathically communicate with me through the shield but that's all, you can't read my mind.''<br/><br/>''Okay, and why are you protecting me from Mosley's telepathy?''<br/><br/>''Quicksilver has destroyed the A1 server, thanks to that the sequencing of Phase One has been delayed. This will buy us enough time to shut down the main server unit.''<br/><br/>''But why do you want to stop Mosley? I thought you were on his side?''<br/><br/>''I don't answer to anyone but myself and the last thing I want is for me and everyone else in the city to become his mind proxies.''<br/><br/>''Have we met somewhere before?''<br/><br/>''Not exactly. There's no time to explain, will you help or not?''<br/><br/>''Right, I have to use the master computer.''</span><br/><br/>The two nodded to each other before heading towards the main computer system where they both simultaneously began to enter digits through the keyboard. After a few minutes with the telepathic shield around him struggling to maintain itself and sweat pouring down his forehead, Damien managed to breach through the firewall security systems.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">''Its exposed now but I'm not sure what to do next, I can't seem to get around the neuro data's protection from data wipe.''<br/><br/>''Leave that to me, I can improvise with the virus that should overload the server...''</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">System/OVERLOAD.......</span>"
942,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=125,2014-12-01T19:29:00,Islamic Republic e Jariri,"<blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22643910#p22643910"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Oh god... that was hilarious..."" She replied, breathing in and out. ""But you know what is inexcusable. Taking your Granddaughters body over and trying to rewrite her mind. That is just disgusting."" She explained, swaying from side to side. ""Altruism. HAH! At least I'm honest when I'm being selfish. I don't pretend doing what I'm doing is helping anyone but me. Though you may be right, I'm not exactly the most familiar with altruism, but I do understand one thing... Fear."" <br/><br/>Her words were as much to disrupt as to distract. To make the Mosley imprint loosen his grip on Mia's mind. With her new telepathy, the Silver Queen could feel her resisting. ""You're afraid. Too afraid to die and you'll do anything to deny death. I'd honestly pity you if I didn't despise you."" She replied, a manic taunting grin on her face. ""Your a little scaredy cat doctor. Go on, admit it.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Isn't Damien good at analysis and stuff. Darn, I could really use his help...</span> She thought to herself. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Maybe I shouldn't have told him I would torture him in my lair... That might have been a bad move.</span></div></blockquote><br/><br/>''Shut up!'' exclaimed Mosley/Mia, with a visibly agitated look in her face.<br/><br/>''You know nothing you lowlife piece of scum! Your upbringing is more pitiful than my own. I was born to become one of the greats. There is no strength or power to be gained in death, that is why it is an obstacle that I shall overcome and<span style=""font-style: italic"">never</span>succumb to it, I am<span style=""font-style: italic"">Richard Mosley</span>! I am the greatest mind in human history since da Vinci!''<br/><br/>''Unlike you I actually<span style=""font-style: italic"">knew</span>Leonardo da Vinci, and if he were here right now the only thing he'd consider you is a raving madman suffering from delusions of grandeur,'' came Damien's voice, walking out the dark server room, both his hands in his pockets and a serious demeanor on his face. The other girl walked up next to him.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Boooooom!</span><br/><br/>As the servers behind them had been overloaded and crashed. Anyone outside of the building would no longer be affected by the extended telepathy but it was for some reason still affecting everyone inside the lab.<br/><br/>''NO!'' exclaimed Mosley/Mia. ''What have you done?!''<br/><br/>''Its<span style=""font-style: italic"">over</span>Mosley, let Mia go,<span style=""font-style: italic"">now</span>,'' demanded Damien.<br/><br/>''I refuse to surrender to anyone of you, this girl and her powers are<span style=""font-style: italic"">mine</span>to control.''<br/><br/>Suddenly the walls and floor began to crack even more; the tank holding Mitchell immediately shattered letting the boy's body fall out. That pressing feeling just became a lot more stronger.<br/><br/>''X11, you have betrayed me!'' exclaimed Mosley/Mia, glaring at the girl standing beside Damien.<br/><br/>''<span style=""font-style: italic"">You</span>betrayed the Washington Unification Project for your own selfish motives,'' rebuffed X11.<br/><br/>Damien's eyes widened in surprise when the mad doctor referred to the girl as X11. Back in his days during the Sanctioned Damien's codename was X10. Just who exactly was this girl?<br/><br/>A grin appeared on Mia's face before a laughing sound emitted from her mouth that rapidly grew louder.<br/><br/>''Fools, none of it matters. You may have overloaded the servers and stopped the telepathy wave from engulfing the city but why do you think you all still maintain the power while inside this building?''<br/><br/>She pointed at her forehead and smirked at Damien's direction.<br/>''The final server Somerfield is none other than this girl's<span style=""font-style: italic"">brain</span>. You<span style=""font-style: italic"">all</span>will have your minds rewritten shortly.''<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Click!</span><br/><br/>Damien was pointing a revolver he had taken from one of the dead guards and was aiming it at Mia.<br/><br/>Mia/Mosley chucked: ''You wouldn't dare.''<br/><br/>''The girl is the final server for the Washington Unification Project,'' said X11. ''Kill her and we destroy that server and end this.''<br/><br/>''End this by destroying the last server and you will kill your friend in the process, Somerfield.''<br/><br/>''Give me a break!'' snapped Damien, his grip over the revolver's handle tightening but his hands shaking in uncertainty. The only way to stop this was by<span style=""font-style: italic"">killing</span>Mia? He had to shutdown the last server, which was her mind. If he let her live then he and everyone else in this room would become Mosley's proxies. But after seven years, after what he made her and her family go through how could come to this?<br/><br/>''This isn't fair,'' glared Damien, his teeth gritting against each other.<br/>''But nothing ever is. And in this story I'm<span style=""font-style: italic"">not</span>one of the good guys. I never was. Heroes have no place in the real world and when it comes to making decisions like these I don't count on a miracle to spare me from making a choice I know I'll regret! I'm sorry Mia...''<br/><br/>He pulled the trigger...<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Bang!</span><br/><br/>The bullet fired straight ahead but then froze just a centimeter from the girl's forehead where it froze in place. Mosley/Mia's sinister grin was still in place.<br/><br/>''Fool...''<br/><br/>The gun suddenly exploded in his hand and the boy was levitated into the air. Damien struggled to move but it was no use, the girl's amplified telekinesis was too strong.<br/><br/>''Initiating Phase One combined with Phase Two,'' announced Mosley/Mia. A purple wave of energy emitted from her helmet and rapidly engulfed the room. Damien felt his telepathic shield shatter almost instantly for a split second his mind was one with everyone in the room, he was sharing their thoughts but the memory of whatever he learnt from it was quickly overwritten by Phase Two which came about only a second later, with Mosley's memories forcing themselves into everyone's minds.<br/><br/>He felt intense pain, like his head was on fire.<br/><br/>''I see, your healing his fading. Well I suppose I have no more use of you anymore,'' grinned Mosley/Mia.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Crack!</span><br/><br/>''Aaaaah!'' shouted Damien as he felt one of ribs break. The rest of his organs seemed to be compressing tightly against themselves. Mosley was using Mia's telekinesis on him in the worst way imaginable.<br/><br/>''I going to<span style=""font-style: italic"">enjoy</span>breaking you apart, piece by piece!''<br/><br/>X11 struggled to block out Mosley's memories from taking over, but resistance was only temporary. The amplified telepathic force was too strong: everyone in the building was going to become Mosley's proxies unless Mia was able to regain control and reverse the process.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Mia's Mind...</span><br/><br/>Where the sea once stood there was now an ocean of sand. Mosley was burying the girl, her memories, consciousness and everything that made her who she was and he was rapidly replacing them with his own memories.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">''Soon, your mind and body will be all mine. My plans may have to be revised but at the very least this vessel and all it's powers are mine!''</span><br/><br/>It was now or never for Mia to fight back and save everyone in the room."
943,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=125,2014-12-01T19:46:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Evans Siblings, 2027</span></span></div><br/>While Matt was in a void of his own trying desperately to clear his thoughts, Mia was in her own, fighting against this idiotic bastard who called himself her grandfather. Clenching her fists, she rose up in anger and yelled again. Her physical body froze.<br/>""YOU F*CKING CREEP! YOU HAVE NO RIGHT TO USE ME LIKE THIS! YOU SHOULD'VE NEVER BEEN BORN! WHY DON'T YOU STAY DEAD!?""<br/><br/>The sand around Mia began to disperse and whirl around her as the world in her mind grew dim. ""You idiot."" she said as she ascended closer and closer to Mosley. ""Perhaps you've forgotten.<span style=""font-style: italic"">This is my head</span>. I know it better than you do. None of your science b*llsh*t will ever be enough to unravel anything hidden here!"" she snarled at him. ""Once I'm done with you, I'll make sure you never come back again, you dirty piece of sh*t!""<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Mitchell slipped out of the tank, fell on some shards of broken glass. What's more was, he reacted. His face twisted in pain as he fell on the glittery mess. He called once more to the girl and the boy in the elevators above.<br/>""Hurry up. It can't be too late."" </span><br/><br/>""Richard Mosley. You. Are not. My grandfather. If in case you really are, I DISOWN YOU. I DESPISE YOU. AND I WILL MAKE SURE YOU NEVER COME BACK AGAIN."" said Mia darkly. Her eyes seemed hollow as the sand within the strange realm continued to whirl about. The image of Mosley in her mind began to distort. Picking out his memories and knowledge from hers, she tore them apart, leaving no trace. That was a mistake. Bringing his thoughts into her domain. Now, she smirked at Mosley, pressing a focused force against his forehead while destroying her memories. She was most powerful in this realm than anywhere else."
944,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=125,2014-12-01T19:50:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22646094#p22646094"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Alice innocently giggled at Kyle's reaction to her equipment. The cloaking field to be precise. She felt as if she should demonstrate, but showing Kyle her endoskeleton migh put him off. She shook her head vigorously, throwing the stupid thoughts out. Everything was going too well, and she wasn't going to let anyone mess with her new experience. She would kill them before what she now had was ruined. <br/><br/>""Ah, yes. He was quite unlawful."" Alice nodded, resisting a laugh at hearing the word 'asshole'. ""Very unlawful."" she said, then burst into a stream of giggles. Waving that moment away, she smiled at Kyle. ""I... I'm sorry about that... I just, have never heard that word before. Asshole? It doesn't go right in mind head."" she knocked on the side of her head, making a low clanging sound. ""Ass and hole?"" she laughed again. ""It's hard to visualize!"" </div></blockquote><br/>Kyle shrugged awkwardly. ""It's just an expression..."" He sighed, ""He was definitely... unlawful. I hope I never see him again."" Kyle replied bitterly, a frown on his face. Before he looked up to Alice. ""Odd..."" He muttered, the odd sounds having stopped. ""Anyway, what kind of movie do you want to watch after lunch?""<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>""Voices? But... I don't hear anything. Are you a telepath?"" Natalia looked around to see if anyone was watching them from outside. She looked rather serious now, prepared to fight. At that moment, she finally saw what Helen looked under her helmet. She'd forgotten to ask Alice about this. It didn't matter now, anyway.<br/><br/>Natalia used her hand not supporting Helen, then tapped her shoulder twice. A flap there opened, and two small antennas unfurled. The taller had what looked like a strobe light on its end. Natalia looked surprised. There were waves everywhere. Unwanted waves. This was not good. </div></blockquote><br/>""Im not... At least I don't-"" She replied, before the combination of telepathy and enhanced senses stopped. She sighed, putting the helmet back on and shaking her head again, the ringing still there. ""It... stopped..."" She remembered a single place, a black building, during her telepathic attack. It was... important somehow. ""We need to go. I'l explain on the way..."" She said, moving to the apartment door quickly.<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Shiloh Haverfield, 2027</span></span></div><br/>""Aghh..."" Shiloh pressed his ears against his head, but it did no good at all. The thoughts flowed in anyway. As they came down in the elevator, the dwindling heat from the other star became clearer. Shiloh drew his arms away from his ears and looked around. Mitchell was nearby. <br/><br/>""Hurry."" a voice came to him and Jessica. Louder than all the others. It was the voice of an adult male. ""Hurry. Help my sister. Please.""<br/><br/>""It's him... The dying star..."" muttered Shiloh, looking around. There was a look of pain in his eyes as he spoke. He looked grimly over at Jessica, worried. ""I'm sure you've studied about that, right? Do you know what happens to stars when they die?""<br/>Then, without waiting for an answer, he nodded.<br/><br/>""Supernova.""</div></blockquote><br/>Jessica's face showed concern, she bit her lip and gave a determined look to the elevator door. The Elevator doors opened at the correct room, showing all the chaos of everyone together. Jessica grabbed Shiloh hand and followed the voice, coming to Mitchell who seemed to have spilled out of the tank he was in.<br/><br/>""Shiloh! This is the guy!"" She said. Suddenly feeling the increased telepathic presence."
945,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=125,2014-12-01T19:56:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Islamic Republic e Jariri <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22646150#p22646150"">wrote</a>:</cite>-Snip-</div></blockquote><br/>Quicksilver smiled, the last of the telepathic influence having seemingly lifted on the rest of the city. Soon she would no longer be able to read minds, which was disappointing, she had put her telepathy to good use when she had it. With her familiar grin she turned menacingly to Doctor Hope, Metal binds grabbing the doctors arms and legs. Lifting her upwards.<br/><br/>""I bet you just hoped you could walk away from all this didn't you..."" Quicksilver said, pushing the woman to the wall with her metallic powers. ""I may not have my revenge on Mosley for breaking me, but I might as well end you for your part in this..."""
946,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=125,2014-12-01T20:28:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>An expression?.. Interesting. Alice had a lot to learn about human behavior. Expressions were under this branch, apparently. Maybe later on she could use that word, so she would have to look its meaning up in some dictionary.<br/><br/>""Well, though I would usually say 'He's your brother and you have to love him nonetheless', he's just way too unlawful."" Alice threw in, leaning with both elbows on the table now. Its legs on her side began to bend slightly. Now, there was the thought of the movie. She had noticed him mutter something under his breath, but decided not to pay too much attention to it. She was enjoying this and she didn't want to ruin it.<br/><br/>""I... I don't know. Something about robots? Something scary? I've never watched a movie before."" she shrugged, putting on an embarrassed grin.<br/><hr/><br/>Natalia gaped. Helen suddenly slipped from beneath her, and with all her weight on one side, she nearly fell.<br/>""Wh-what?"" she gaped at her, but she headed for the door. ""Alright. Lead the way, ally.""<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Shiloh Haverfield, 2027</span></span></div><br/>The moment that the elevator doors opened, everything became a blur. Shiloh's mind became blank, but he had his thoughts focused on one point that he could manage. Besides, Mia was distracting Mosley. He staggered over to the naked man on the floor, all wounded. He was asleep, definitely, but speaking to them.<br/><br/>""I... He's dying..."" said Shiloh, worried, rolling Mitchell over on his back. Seeing someone older naked made him uncomfortable, but there wasn't anything he could do about it now. He wasn't willing to use his jacket. Placing his hands on Mitchell's chest, Shilohs began to transfer heat as quickly as he could. The liquid around Mitch began to boil.<br/><br/>""Come on... Come on!"" Shiloh growled, determined. If he couldn't transfer enough energy in time, this place could either blow up, and become a black hole. Shiloh knew that happened to big stars. He was a big boy."
947,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=125,2014-12-01T20:37:00,Islamic Republic e Jariri,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22646388#p22646388"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Evans Siblings, 2027</span></span></div><br/>While Matt was in a void of his own trying desperately to clear his thoughts, Mia was in her own, fighting against this idiotic bastard who called himself her grandfather. Clenching her fists, she rose up in anger and yelled again. Her physical body froze.<br/>""YOU F*CKING CREEP! YOU HAVE NO RIGHT TO USE ME LIKE THIS! YOU SHOULD'VE NEVER BEEN BORN! WHY DON'T YOU STAY DEAD!?"" <br/><br/>The sand around Mia began to disperse and whirl around her as the world in her mind grew dim. ""You idiot."" she said as she ascended closer and closer to Mosley. ""Perhaps you've forgotten. <span style=""font-style: italic"">This is my head</span>. I know it better than you do. None of your science b*llsh*t will ever be enough to unravel anything hidden here!"" she snarled at him. ""Once I'm done with you, I'll make sure you never come back again, you dirty piece of sh*t!""<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Mitchell slipped out of the tank, fell on some shards of broken glass. What's more was, he reacted. His face twisted in pain as he fell on the glittery mess. He called once more to the girl and the boy in the elevators above.<br/>""Hurry up. It can't be too late."" </span><br/><br/>""Richard Mosley. You. Are not. My grandfather. If in case you really are, I DISOWN YOU. I DESPISE YOU. AND I WILL MAKE SURE YOU NEVER COME BACK AGAIN."" said Mia darkly. Her eyes seemed hollow as the sand within the strange realm continued to whirl about. The image of Mosley in her mind began to distort. Picking out his memories and knowledge from hers, she tore them apart, leaving no trace. That was a mistake. Bringing his thoughts into her domain. Now, she smirked at Mosley, pressing a focused force against his forehead while destroying her memories. She was most powerful in this realm than anywhere else.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>''You disrespectful brat!'' shouted Mosley. He was going down without a fight. ''You belong to me, you will serve<span style=""font-style: italic"">me</span>, you are an extension of my<span style=""font-style: italic"">will</span>!''<br/><br/>A ring of fire encircled around his waist and he fired it down towards Mia, intent on fully destroying the girl's memories in retaliation for her fighting against his. He flew towards Mia, a crimson aura forming around him that extended into a body of several tentacles that he slashed at her direction, intent on erasing her from her own mind.<br/><br/>''If you defy me then you are a<span style=""font-style: italic"">pest</span>that I must neutralize!''<br/><br/>The psychic battle taking place inside her head affected the outside environment as well, the windows of the building shattered and the whole structure was wobbling uncontrollably. Mia's grip over Damien ceased and he fell only to be caught in mid air by X11. The boy was barely conscious anymore and was breathing heavily. His healing wasn't entirely gone but was working too slowly. He was lucky Mia fought for control before Mosley could exert any critical damage that would have compromised his slowed healing.<br/><br/>''We've done all we can,'' said X11. ''The rest is up to Mia Evans.''"
948,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=125,2014-12-01T20:45:00,Islamic Republic e Jariri,"<blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22646530#p22646530"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Islamic Republic e Jariri <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22646150#p22646150"">wrote</a>:</cite>-Snip-</div></blockquote><br/>Quicksilver smiled, the last of the telepathic influence having seemingly lifted on the rest of the city. Soon she would no longer be able to read minds, which was disappointing, she had put her telepathy to good use when she had it. With her familiar grin she turned menacingly to Doctor Hope, Metal binds grabbing the doctors arms and legs. Lifting her upwards. <br/><br/>""I bet you just hoped you could walk away from all this didn't you..."" Quicksilver said, pushing the woman to the wall with her metallic powers. ""I may not have my revenge on Mosley for breaking me, but I might as well end you for your part in this...""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>''OH MY GOD NO!'' shrieked Dr Hope.<br/><br/>''Please, don't kill me, I don't want to end up the same way as that Metallio fellow, please! I'm just a scientist working to help mankind, I never wanted for Mosley to imprint himself on everyone, I just wanted mankind to gain mutual empathy for each other! Oh god... I don't want to die... don't let me die... don't do this! Think of your mother, she'd be ashamed of what you've become! I've seen into your mind, I know who you are, I can help you. I know you're not a monster and that there is still humanity left inside of you despite what Mosley did to you all those years ago!''"
949,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=125,2014-12-01T20:53:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Islamic Republic e Jariri <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22647144#p22647144"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22646530#p22646530"">wrote</a>:</cite>Quicksilver smiled, the last of the telepathic influence having seemingly lifted on the rest of the city. Soon she would no longer be able to read minds, which was disappointing, she had put her telepathy to good use when she had it. With her familiar grin she turned menacingly to Doctor Hope, Metal binds grabbing the doctors arms and legs. Lifting her upwards. <br/><br/>""I bet you just hoped you could walk away from all this didn't you..."" Quicksilver said, pushing the woman to the wall with her metallic powers. ""I may not have my revenge on Mosley for breaking me, but I might as well end you for your part in this...""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>''OH MY GOD NO!'' shrieked Dr Hope.<br/><br/> ''Please, don't kill me, I don't want to end up the same way as that Metallio fellow, please! I'm just a scientist working to help mankind, I never wanted for Mosley to imprint himself on everyone, I just wanted mankind to gain mutual empathy for each other! Oh god... I don't want to die... don't let me die... don't do this! Think of your mother, she'd be ashamed of what you've become! I've seen into your mind, I know who you are, I can help you. I know you're not a monster and that there is still humanity left inside of you despite what Mosley did to you all those years ago!''</div></blockquote><br/>""You've seen my mind?"" Quicksilvers voice darkened. She glared strait at the doctor, coyness gone, her manic joy gone. Only a cold hard stare into her eyes. A blade descended into her hands as she looked at the doctor. ""How much... did you see..."" Quicksilver spoke, her voice as cold and hard as the metal she was named after.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22646953#p22646953"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>An expression?.. Interesting. Alice had a lot to learn about human behavior. Expressions were under this branch, apparently. Maybe later on she could use that word, so she would have to look its meaning up in some dictionary. <br/><br/>""Well, though I would usually say 'He's your brother and you have to love him nonetheless', he's just way too unlawful."" Alice threw in, leaning with both elbows on the table now. Its legs on her side began to bend slightly. Now, there was the thought of the movie. She had noticed him mutter something under his breath, but decided not to pay too much attention to it. She was enjoying this and she didn't want to ruin it. <br/><br/>""I... I don't know. Something about robots? Something scary? I've never watched a movie before."" she shrugged, putting on an embarrassed grin.</div></blockquote><br/>""I do still love him... in a way. But he's... If I never see him again, it would be far too soon."" He replied, shaking his head. Folding his arms. Their food came, and he seemed to light up slightly. He waited for Alice to taste her food first, curious to see how she would react. ""I'm sure there are things like that out. We'll see once we get there.""<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>Natalia gaped. Helen suddenly slipped from beneath her, and with all her weight on one side, she nearly fell. <br/>""Wh-what?"" she gaped at her, but she headed for the door. ""Alright. Lead the way, ally."" </div></blockquote><br/>""I saw a building. Black... somehow it's the key to... whatever that was. Have to get to it."" Helen spoke as she ran outside, getting in her car and starting it quickly. She waited for Natalia to get inside and sped off. ""Not far from here...""<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Shiloh Haverfield, 2027</span></span></div><br/>The moment that the elevator doors opened, everything became a blur. Shiloh's mind became blank, but he had his thoughts focused on one point that he could manage. Besides, Mia was distracting Mosley. He staggered over to the naked man on the floor, all wounded. He was asleep, definitely, but speaking to them.<br/><br/>""I... He's dying..."" said Shiloh, worried, rolling Mitchell over on his back. Seeing someone older naked made him uncomfortable, but there wasn't anything he could do about it now. He wasn't willing to use his jacket. Placing his hands on Mitchell's chest, Shilohs began to transfer heat as quickly as he could. The liquid around Mitch began to boil. <br/><br/>""Come on... Come on!"" Shiloh growled, determined. If he couldn't transfer enough energy in time, this place could either blow up, and become a black hole. Shiloh knew that happened to big stars. He was a big boy.</div></blockquote><br/>Jessica stood by, uncertain how she could help or what she could do."
950,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=125,2014-12-01T21:09:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Evans Siblings, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Suddenly, the background behind Mia turned dark. Her eyes dimmed as well as her surroundings became epic.<br/><br/>""B*tch, please."" she said, and held an arm out. The tentacles from Mosley were stopped by an invisible shield. Behind her, two strange-looking faceless beings stood. The sand obscured their features, but as Mia settled and concentrated her strength for her friends and remaining family, they were revealed. Theliel and Amarant. Then directly behind her appeared a tall woman with wide wings. Her glare pierced through Mosley as Mia held her hand out.<br/><br/>""You were wrong to do this, you old coot."" Mia laughed, putting off his aggressive stance. ""Like I said, this is my mind. My realm. No one knows it better than I do. Besides, you're outnumbered."" she gestured to the three strange beings behind her.<br/><br/>The woman appeared to be wearing a winged helmet, much like Amarant and Theliel did. It had taken her a while to finally show her strength, but now was finally the time. Mia had harnessed the strength of Hecate, the older sister of the opposite twins. Keeping her left arm facing Mosley, Mia used her other to creat what looked like a fireball. Theliel lent her his power. Keeping the tentacles away were shadows behaving in the same manner, wrestling them down. Hecate reached forth and touched the fireball, turning it into a green ball that glowed brightly.<br/><br/>""You're done. And this time, it's for good."" Mia smirked. Her mouth seemed to be moving in unison with Hecate's. She hurled the ball at Mosley's chest with such force that it tore through him, leaving a corrupted mangle in its path."
951,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=125,2014-12-01T21:16:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Before she could say anything more about Kyle's brother, a wonderful smell drifted closer to her, and she turned around to look at the waiter as he brought them their food. She clasped her hands together, looking at the pizza. But she suddenly looked confused.<br/><br/>""Hey, we're going to share, right? I can't eat all of that."" she told him, pointing at the pizza, then taking a slice. It was hot, but she wasn't affected. She smelled it first before taking a bite out of it.<br/><br/>""..."" she stared at Kyle, her mouth full. Then she chewed, and swallowed. Staring at Kyle again, she said, ""OH MY GOODNESS!""<br/><br/>Immediately, she took another bite and swallowed it. She also wondered how she would be digesting such things... ""This is amazing!"" she said happily, nodding her head and showing Kyle a thumbs-up.<br/><hr/><br/>Hurrying along, Natalia entered Helen's car and made sure she had her combat systems ready.<br/>""Let's go then."" she nodded, leaning against her window impatiently."
952,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=125,2014-12-01T21:22:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22647409#p22647409"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Before she could say anything more about Kyle's brother, a wonderful smell drifted closer to her, and she turned around to look at the waiter as he brought them their food. She clasped her hands together, looking at the pizza. But she suddenly looked confused. <br/><br/>""Hey, we're going to share, right? I can't eat all of that."" she told him, pointing at the pizza, then taking a slice. It was hot, but she wasn't affected. She smelled it first before taking a bite out of it. <br/><br/>""..."" she stared at Kyle, her mouth full. Then she chewed, and swallowed. Staring at Kyle again, she said, ""OH MY GOODNESS!"" <br/><br/>Immediately, she took another bite and swallowed it. She also wondered how she would be digesting such things... ""This is amazing!"" she said happily, nodding her head and showing Kyle a thumbs-up.</div></blockquote><br/>Kyle's face lit up as he saw her approval. ""I suppose we can share. Feel free to take some of my pasta too if you want."" He replied. ""I'm really hungry after all, I only ate a buttered piece of toast for breakfast.<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>Hurrying along, Natalia entered Helen's car and made sure she had her combat systems ready. <br/>""Let's go then."" she nodded, leaning against her window impatiently.</div></blockquote><br/>Helen was not exactly in the best condition to drive, but she still managed to get to the black building, her car speeding towards the compound. She quickly parked it, (legally, I mean it would just suck to get towed after a fight) and walked towards the building. A guard moved up to her, trying to stop her relentless march, but Helen wasted no time in punching him in the face, downing the man. She continued as if nothing had happened, walking to the door and opening it. ""In here..."" She said, feeling the telepathy again and groaning in pain, stumbling slightly but still able to stand."
953,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=150,2014-12-02T04:50:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Alice giggled again and nodded. She licked her fingers and pushed the pizza tray towards Kyle with her clean hand. It was quite a strange feeling for her, a synthetic. This was the first time she had ever consumed real food. It was delicious and filling all at the same time. Her satisfaction thanks to the meal was obvious, as every time she took a bite and finished off a slice she would hum lightly and grab another.<br/><br/>""A buttered piece of toast?"" Alice repeated, using her spoon to poke at the pasta. ""I might like to try that as well, eventually.""<br/><br/>She had no idea how to eat this snaky stuff. It was all slippery and wouldn't cooperate. Getting frustrated, her head twitched slightly, and a strange static noise came from her external radio communicator. Her eyes flashed twice and showed what looked like code for a moment, and she growled at the dish. At that moment, a one-hand flamethrower appeared in her hand.<br/><br/>""Resisting arrest is punishable by law."" she said with sudden seriousness, getting up and pointing her weapon at the unlawful pasta.<br/><hr/><br/>The speed at which her ally was driving felt ridiculous, and Natalia could have arrested her for that, but her systems were far more resistant to the corrupt files than Alice's was. Once the car stopped she prepared her equipment and contacted Cassidy, her youngest sister who was currently on her way to the Washington HQ. She already knew what was going on, but was only going to the HQ to make sure she didn't leave any of her personal belongings there.<br/><br/>Natalia stepped out of the car with her hand to her ear as she walked. She simply ignored the guard as he collapsed, unconscious. The situation began to intensify. With a drone watching from above, Natalia was alerted to a small group of fast movers coming in from the South East. Two of them were not human. She had no idea who those were, but she could only tell that the two other creatures with this certain person were made of wood, and were moving at a frightening speed.<br/><br/>""Tangos incoming from the South-East."" she reported to Helen, supporting her carefully. The three dots in her reader drifted closer within a few seconds. They were right on top of the building.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Claudia Leistner, 2027</span></span></div><br/>What Natalia spotted on her reader was right. Claudia and her two oak puppets were closing in, and fast. The three landed on the roof floors above where Mia and her friends were. Looking down into the gaping hole, Claudia laughed softly.<br/><br/>""How convenient,"" she mused, ""Cousin Alfie, there's an entrance here, through the roof.""<br/><br/>""Good."" said Alfie, still under Requiem's influence. He had appeared behind Claudia. The strange telepathic waves interested him, and he'd decided to investigate the situation himself. ""Let's go now, Claudia."" he said seriously, hopping into the hole.<br/><br/>""Cousin?.."" muttered Claudia, surprised. Obediently, she followed. Alfie took the same elevator with Claudia, leaving the puppets on the roof. They encountered the charred bodies that Shiloh had left before reaching the bottom floor. The boy grimaced at the sight of Mia floating in the air. Then at that woman, the one with the bloody dress from the Mansion. At the sight of Damien, he smirked.<br/><br/>""There he is. Claudia, subdue him, please."" ordered Alfie.<br/><br/>With a nod, Claudia disappeared into a blur, knocking X11 a foot away and grabbing Damien, her elbow across his neck. For a dainty young woman, she was surprisingly strong. Though if Damien looked closely, he would notice that Claudia's arm was simply attached to her shoulder, as a puppet's arm would. The sweet sisterly smile on her face would seem exceptionally unsettling. ""I've got him, cousin."" she said, proud of herself.<br/><br/>""Ah, the immortal. Finally within my reach. Don't worry. I'll make it quick. But I won't lie to you. It'll hurt a lot."" Alfie giggled. Claudia didn't seem at all put off by his strange behavior. She was here simply to follow orders. She was owing Alfie a lot at the moment. He didn't bother to explain how he was going to finish his job like most villains did, as that was a waste of time. He glanced briefly at Mia, shaking his head. ""I'll deal with<span style=""font-style: italic"">that</span>later."""
954,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=150,2014-12-02T06:36:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22649004#p22649004"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Alice giggled again and nodded. She licked her fingers and pushed the pizza tray towards Kyle with her clean hand. It was quite a strange feeling for her, a synthetic. This was the first time she had ever consumed real food. It was delicious and filling all at the same time. Her satisfaction thanks to the meal was obvious, as every time she took a bite and finished off a slice she would hum lightly and grab another. <br/><br/>""A buttered piece of toast?"" Alice repeated, using her spoon to poke at the pasta. ""I might like to try that as well, eventually.""<br/><br/>She had no idea how to eat this snaky stuff. It was all slippery and wouldn't cooperate. Getting frustrated, her head twitched slightly, and a strange static noise came from her external radio communicator. Her eyes flashed twice and showed what looked like code for a moment, and she growled at the dish. At that moment, a one-hand flamethrower appeared in her hand. <br/><br/>""Resisting arrest is punishable by law."" she said with sudden seriousness, getting up and pointing her weapon at the unlawful pasta.</div></blockquote><br/>His eyes widening, Kyle suddenly moved with superhuman speed, grabbing the synthetics arm and pushing it upwards. He used a pocket of air to keep her hand there, his eyes not leaving hers. He wasn't quite sure what was going on, but it needed to be handled delicately. He slowly, yet surely moved his hand over to her fork and placed it in her right hand. ""You use this."" He said simply, glad the restaurant was almost deserted. He backed away slightly and grabbed his own fork, siting back down and showing her how to use it. ""Like this."" He said calmly, his heart beating fast from adrenalin.<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>The speed at which her ally was driving felt ridiculous, and Natalia could have arrested her for that, but her systems were far more resistant to the corrupt files than Alice's was. Once the car stopped she prepared her equipment and contacted Cassidy, her youngest sister who was currently on her way to the Washington HQ. She already knew what was going on, but was only going to the HQ to make sure she didn't leave any of her personal belongings there. <br/><br/>Natalia stepped out of the car with her hand to her ear as she walked. She simply ignored the guard as he collapsed, unconscious. The situation began to intensify. With a drone watching from above, Natalia was alerted to a small group of fast movers coming in from the South East. Two of them were not human. She had no idea who those were, but she could only tell that the two other creatures with this certain person were made of wood, and were moving at a frightening speed.<br/><br/>""Tangos incoming from the South-East."" she reported to Helen, supporting her carefully. The three dots in her reader drifted closer within a few seconds. They were right on top of the building. </div></blockquote><br/>""They... I'm not sure who they are. We can deal with them later..."" Helen replied, somewhat distantly and feint, using Natalia to support herself. Suddenly she went to almost incoherent. Her mind not meant to take telepathy and enhanced senses. ""Silver Queen... Ex Order Scientist... Mosley... Alfie... Mia... Maria... Royston... I don't understand...What-""<br/><br/>She shook her head, clearing it. ""Sorry. It's overwhelming. It's like I can hear everything twice as loud and some of it... is missing."" She muttered to Natalia, then pointing to the elevator. ""Let's keep moving... Almost there..."""
955,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=150,2014-12-02T08:56:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Before Alice could incinerate the food, and the table with it, she felt something grab her arm. Furious, she looked up.<br/>""Obstruction of Justice is--"" she stopped slowly, her arm evidently moving back. ""Is... What?""<br/><br/>Alice brought her arm down, looking at Kyle. So that's how it's done. She nodded. ""Why am I standing up?"" she asked him, ""Was I ordering something else? I'm sorry... I can't seem to remember."" With a shrug, she sat back down and observed her pasta, looking at the fork in her hand, and the one in Kyle's. Within minutes, she had learned and was savoring the taste of the pasta as well. It was almost just as good as the pizza, but this stuff was just a bit harder to it, as a few bits of it were left out.<br/><hr/><br/>Natalia didn't know what to make of this. She momentarily glanced back as she sensed a complete reboot of Alice's systems. That was strange. What for? Shrugging, she continued after Helen towards the elevator. ""I didn't think telepathy could be such a pest."" she said, shaking her head. She stood close to Helen just in case she stumbled or something. Her attention seemed to be directed at the strange sounds coming from below more than anywhere."
956,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=150,2014-12-02T11:18:00,Islamic Republic e Jariri,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22647348#p22647348"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Evans Siblings, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Suddenly, the background behind Mia turned dark. Her eyes dimmed as well as her surroundings became epic. <br/><br/>""B*tch, please."" she said, and held an arm out. The tentacles from Mosley were stopped by an invisible shield. Behind her, two strange-looking faceless beings stood. The sand obscured their features, but as Mia settled and concentrated her strength for her friends and remaining family, they were revealed. Theliel and Amarant. Then directly behind her appeared a tall woman with wide wings. Her glare pierced through Mosley as Mia held her hand out.<br/><br/>""You were wrong to do this, you old coot."" Mia laughed, putting off his aggressive stance. ""Like I said, this is my mind. My realm. No one knows it better than I do. Besides, you're outnumbered."" she gestured to the three strange beings behind her.<br/><br/>The woman appeared to be wearing a winged helmet, much like Amarant and Theliel did. It had taken her a while to finally show her strength, but now was finally the time. Mia had harnessed the strength of Hecate, the older sister of the opposite twins. Keeping her left arm facing Mosley, Mia used her other to creat what looked like a fireball. Theliel lent her his power. Keeping the tentacles away were shadows behaving in the same manner, wrestling them down. Hecate reached forth and touched the fireball, turning it into a green ball that glowed brightly. <br/><br/>""You're done. And this time, it's for good."" Mia smirked. Her mouth seemed to be moving in unison with Hecate's. She hurled the ball at Mosley's chest with such force that it tore through him, leaving a corrupted mangle in its path.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Mia's sudden surge up in strength had caught Mosley off guard and before he knew it, he had lost control. He stared in disbelief at the sight of Hecate, whose power combined with that lent by Theliel quickly overpowered his grip over her mind. When Mia launched the green fireball at his direction he tried desperately to block it but it tore through his protective aura and directly pierced against his imprint.<br/><br/>''NOOOO!'' he yelled as that one single attack dissolved his avatar and dispersed his memories into smaller disorganized fragments. But his voice could still be heard, echoing after her but slowly fading away.<br/><br/>''You may have won this battle... but I shall..... return....... for the war.... heed my warning, I refuse to die... I will returrrrrn...........''<br/><br/>Outside, the helmet strapped onto Mia's head crackled with electricity and promptly deactivated, the needles that penetrated her spinal cord unlatched themselves from the back of her neck and Mia had successfully regained control over her mind.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22647225#p22647225"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Islamic Republic e Jariri <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22647144#p22647144"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>''OH MY GOD NO!'' shrieked Dr Hope.<br/><br/> ''Please, don't kill me, I don't want to end up the same way as that Metallio fellow, please! I'm just a scientist working to help mankind, I never wanted for Mosley to imprint himself on everyone, I just wanted mankind to gain mutual empathy for each other! Oh god... I don't want to die... don't let me die... don't do this! Think of your mother, she'd be ashamed of what you've become! I've seen into your mind, I know who you are, I can help you. I know you're not a monster and that there is still humanity left inside of you despite what Mosley did to you all those years ago!''</div></blockquote><br/>""You've seen my mind?"" Quicksilvers voice darkened. She glared strait at the doctor, coyness gone, her manic joy gone. Only a cold hard stare into her eyes. A blade descended into her hands as she looked at the doctor. ""How much... did you see..."" Quicksilver spoke, her voice as cold and hard as the metal she was named after. </div></blockquote><br/><br/>''Don't do this,'' pleaded Dr Hope, now on the verge of entering into a full on panic mode at the sight of Quicksilver's blade. Having seen through the woman's memories she knew exactly what Quicksilver did to people with her bladed weapons.<br/>''I didn't mean to see anything, I couldn't block it out, it<span style=""font-style: italic"">pulled</span>me into your head!''<br/><br/>She had seen into Quicksilver's childhood, her admission into the Sanctioned, she had seen the things Mosley had done to her in the name of the Order as well as her rise to power in the Washington Underworld. But she didn't want to say anymore, too afraid of being killed yet too afraid to be caught lying either."
957,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=150,2014-12-02T16:47:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Islamic Republic e Jariri <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22651664#p22651664"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22647225#p22647225"">wrote</a>:</cite>""You've seen my mind?"" Quicksilvers voice darkened. She glared strait at the doctor, coyness gone, her manic joy gone. Only a cold hard stare into her eyes. A blade descended into her hands as she looked at the doctor. ""How much... did you see..."" Quicksilver spoke, her voice as cold and hard as the metal she was named after. </div></blockquote><br/><br/>''Don't do this,'' pleaded Dr Hope, now on the verge of entering into a full on panic mode at the sight of Quicksilver's blade. Having seen through the woman's memories she knew exactly what Quicksilver did to people with her bladed weapons. <br/>''I didn't mean to see anything, I couldn't block it out, it <span style=""font-style: italic"">pulled</span> me into your head!'' <br/><br/>She had seen into Quicksilver's childhood, her admission into the Sanctioned, she had seen the things Mosley had done to her in the name of the Order as well as her rise to power in the Washington Underworld. But she didn't want to say anymore, too afraid of being killed yet too afraid to be caught lying either.</div></blockquote><br/>""So your saw... everything...?"" Quicksilver shook her head, chuckling slightly. ""What exactly did you see in there that makes you think I would keep you alive after telling me that?"" She replied, her glare sustained, her knife raising. ""You know way too much for me to let you leave alive now Doctor Hope. Things I would rather keep buried."" She got close to the doctor. ""So... I ask you, why should I keep you alive?"""
958,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=150,2014-12-02T16:51:00,Islamic Republic e Jariri,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22649004#p22649004"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Claudia Leistner, 2027</span></span></div><br/>What Natalia spotted on her reader was right. Claudia and her two oak puppets were closing in, and fast. The three landed on the roof floors above where Mia and her friends were. Looking down into the gaping hole, Claudia laughed softly.<br/><br/>""How convenient,"" she mused, ""Cousin Alfie, there's an entrance here, through the roof."" <br/><br/>""Good."" said Alfie, still under Requiem's influence. He had appeared behind Claudia. The strange telepathic waves interested him, and he'd decided to investigate the situation himself. ""Let's go now, Claudia."" he said seriously, hopping into the hole.<br/><br/>""Cousin?.."" muttered Claudia, surprised. Obediently, she followed. Alfie took the same elevator with Claudia, leaving the puppets on the roof. They encountered the charred bodies that Shiloh had left before reaching the bottom floor. The boy grimaced at the sight of Mia floating in the air. Then at that woman, the one with the bloody dress from the Mansion. At the sight of Damien, he smirked. <br/><br/>""There he is. Claudia, subdue him, please."" ordered Alfie.<br/><br/>With a nod, Claudia disappeared into a blur, knocking X11 a foot away and grabbing Damien, her elbow across his neck. For a dainty young woman, she was surprisingly strong. Though if Damien looked closely, he would notice that Claudia's arm was simply attached to her shoulder, as a puppet's arm would. The sweet sisterly smile on her face would seem exceptionally unsettling. ""I've got him, cousin."" she said, proud of herself.<br/><br/>""Ah, the immortal. Finally within my reach. Don't worry. I'll make it quick. But I won't lie to you. It'll hurt a lot."" Alfie giggled. Claudia didn't seem at all put off by his strange behavior. She was here simply to follow orders. She was owing Alfie a lot at the moment. He didn't bother to explain how he was going to finish his job like most villains did, as that was a waste of time. He glanced briefly at Mia, shaking his head. ""I'll deal with <span style=""font-style: italic"">that</span> later.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Damien felt his sixth sense go off when Requiem entered the vicinity, prompting him to fully regain consciousness. But it was someone else's elbow locking around his neck and he felt too weak to fight back against the strong grip. But as always his mind was one step ahead of his body and upon realizing he couldn't free himself, he gripped the collar around his neck and pressed it tightly.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Buzzzzzz......</span><br/><br/>A burst of electricity surged out in response, stunning both Damien and Claudia in process. The boy had already gone through the same pain twice and was able to endure it better this time and successfully resisted losing consciousness, though his head became dazed again."
959,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=150,2014-12-02T17:16:00,Islamic Republic e Jariri,"<blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22655106#p22655106"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Islamic Republic e Jariri <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22651664#p22651664"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><br/>''Don't do this,'' pleaded Dr Hope, now on the verge of entering into a full on panic mode at the sight of Quicksilver's blade. Having seen through the woman's memories she knew exactly what Quicksilver did to people with her bladed weapons. <br/>''I didn't mean to see anything, I couldn't block it out, it <span style=""font-style: italic"">pulled</span> me into your head!'' <br/><br/>She had seen into Quicksilver's childhood, her admission into the Sanctioned, she had seen the things Mosley had done to her in the name of the Order as well as her rise to power in the Washington Underworld. But she didn't want to say anymore, too afraid of being killed yet too afraid to be caught lying either.</div></blockquote><br/>""So your saw... everything...?"" Quicksilver shook her head, chuckling slightly. ""What exactly did you see in there that makes you think I would keep you alive after telling me that?"" She replied, her glare sustained, her knife raising. ""You know way too much for me to let you leave alive now Doctor Hope. Things I would rather keep buried."" She got close to the doctor. ""So... I ask you, why should I keep you alive?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>''Because... because... you're just a victim...'' Dr Hope realized she was running out of options. She had obviously seen into something she shouldn't have and she realized that unless she acted fast she was going to suffer a<span style=""font-style: italic"">terrible</span>death. Gulping she took a few more steps back, and was caught somewhat off-guard by the sudden arrival of Alfie and Claudia who had stormed into the scene expectantly.<br/><br/>Reacting quickly she dashed into the door behind her and slammed it shut. It led into a hallway in which she was now running across towards the end where another elevator was situated. Panting heavily by the time she reached it she slammed her fist into the descend button and anxiously waited for it to open, which it did so only a few seconds later.<br/><br/>Scrambling into the elevator she closed the shaft and pressed the button to take her to the top floor. On the rooftop of the building was an escape chopper. She intended to flee the building and go to the police.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">I can expose that b***h and all her secrets to the police.... I'll be rewarded and most importantly I'll be put into protective custody... I'll tell them everything I learnt about her identity as the Silver Queen and her connection to the Washington Underworld... but then my involvement in the Unification Project could be exposed... but if I stay still she'll kill me... people are probably wondering over the source of that telepathic wave by now anyway.</span>"
960,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=150,2014-12-02T17:34:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22650514#p22650514"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Before Alice could incinerate the food, and the table with it, she felt something grab her arm. Furious, she looked up.<br/>""Obstruction of Justice is--"" she stopped slowly, her arm evidently moving back. ""Is... What?"" <br/><br/>Alice brought her arm down, looking at Kyle. So that's how it's done. She nodded. ""Why am I standing up?"" she asked him, ""Was I ordering something else? I'm sorry... I can't seem to remember."" With a shrug, she sat back down and observed her pasta, looking at the fork in her hand, and the one in Kyle's. Within minutes, she had learned and was savoring the taste of the pasta as well. It was almost just as good as the pizza, but this stuff was just a bit harder to it, as a few bits of it were left out. </div></blockquote><br/>""It's... okay..."" Kyle had not had time to process what had just happened. ""You... don't remember standing up and pointing what I can only assume was a flamethrower at our meal?"" He asked, eating some of her pizza and some of his pasta. He gave her a look of concern and wariness, unsure what had set her off exactly.<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>Natalia didn't know what to make of this. She momentarily glanced back as she sensed a complete reboot of Alice's systems. That was strange. What for? Shrugging, she continued after Helen towards the elevator. ""I didn't think telepathy could be such a pest."" she said, shaking her head. She stood close to Helen just in case she stumbled or something. Her attention seemed to be directed at the strange sounds coming from below more than anywhere.</div></blockquote><br/>""It... Interferes with my enhanced senses... Plus I seem to be hearing thoughts from far away. Things I don't need to hear.She replied. ""It's... calming down slightly."" She explained, leaning and pressing the button. The elevator moved down.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Islamic Republic e Jariri <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22655526#p22655526"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22655106#p22655106"">wrote</a>:</cite>""So your saw... everything...?"" Quicksilver shook her head, chuckling slightly. ""What exactly did you see in there that makes you think I would keep you alive after telling me that?"" She replied, her glare sustained, her knife raising. ""You know way too much for me to let you leave alive now Doctor Hope. Things I would rather keep buried."" She got close to the doctor. ""So... I ask you, why should I keep you alive?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>''Because... because... you're just a victim...'' Dr Hope realized she was running out of options. She had obviously seen into something she shouldn't have and she realized that unless she acted fast she was going to suffer a <span style=""font-style: italic"">terrible</span> death. Gulping she took a few more steps back, and was caught somewhat off-guard by the sudden arrival of Alfie and Claudia who had stormed into the scene expectantly. <br/><br/>Reacting quickly she dashed into the door behind her and slammed it shut. It led into a hallway in which she was now running across towards the end where another elevator was situated. Panting heavily by the time she reached it she slammed her fist into the descend button and anxiously waited for it to open, which it did so only a few seconds later. <br/><br/>Scrambling into the elevator she closed the shaft and pressed the button to take her to the top floor. On the rooftop of the building was an RHA helicopter purchased by Borsch Corp. She intended to escape through it and go to the police. <br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">I can expose that b***h and all her secrets to the police.... I'll be rewarded and most importantly I'll be put into protective custody... I'll tell them everything I learnt about her identity as the Silver Queen and her connection to the Washington Underworld...</span></div></blockquote>""<br/>Suddenly the elevator doors were ripped open, the metal seeping upwards and jamming the small elevator box in place. Now the Silver Queen looked more than a little pissed, in fact she looked absolutely furious. She created a ball of metal and shot it at Hope's head at high speeds, though only enough to knock her out. ""I'l save you for later. I'm going to take you back to home base and I'm going to<span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">make</span></span>you forget the things you've lear-"" Suddenly another ding came from the other elevator and the door opened, revealing Dire Wolf.<br/><br/>Quicksilver cursed, flinging the metal ball at Dire wolf and running, recognising Dire Wolf while the vigilante did not recognise her. Running up the stairs. Dire Wolf was about to go after her when she saw Doctor Hope. A quick moral dilemma and the Wolf did curse too, grabbing the likely hurt Doctor and picking her up. ""We can deal with her later. There seems to be a lot of commissions from over there."" Dire Wolf pointed in the direction of all the Mia, Mosley, Jessica, Shiloh chaos."
961,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=150,2014-12-02T19:44:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Evans Siblings / Shiloh Haverfield / Claudia Leistner / Nathaniel Holloway, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Mosley was gone. Perhaps for now. The helmet slipped off of her head, and Mia realized that this encounter had left her with more power than bad memories. She was actually levitating. Something she had always had a hard time learning. She looked around the room in a daze, at all the people. Standing not too far from herself was Alfie. Something large and bird-like had begun to rise up from the shadows behind him. The little boy had a look of pure evil on his face, eyes directed at Damien.<br/><br/>She was about to go help him, but he was somehow able to knock the woman who was holding him off. Mia turned away and saw that kid, Shiloh, and the blonde girl both crouched over Mitchell. She dropped back down onto the floor and called Matt back into the real world as she walked towards her brother. Matt appeared out of a void behind Shiloh. He froze for a moment, having nearly confused this boy with his brother, Mitchell. But he was way too young to be Mitch. Mitchell was on the ground, and this kid was touching him? Matthew turned to Mia for an answer, but she only shrugged and knelt down.<br/><br/>""What's going on?"" she asked, looking from Shiloh to Jessica.<br/><br/>Shiloh, keeping his hands on Mitchell looked up at Mia and frowned. ""Supernova."" he only said. Matt suddenly looked angry and appeared ready to kick Shiloh off into the distance, but Mia quickly stopped him before he could move.<br/><br/>The remaining guards in the room were confused now as to what they were to do. But because they had no idea who all these people were, they moved to apprehend all of them. None of them got far, though, as shadows skewered them as they scrambled for their targets. Alfie wasn't even watching them, but he got them all. Claudia squealed in pain and pulled away from Damien, clutching her somewhat wooden arm.<br/><br/>""Scheiße!"" she snarled, yanking at her arm. It came off with a pop. Smoke was seeping from it, but it was fine, otherwise. She attached it to her torso again and skillfully hit three points on it. It was moving the right way again. Damien was pretty much surrounded now, with Mia and Matthew too absorbed in dealing with Mitchell that they didn't notice what was going on. Claudia got back up to her feet. The soft, warm smile on her face was no more. Her puppets arrived, bursting through another door. They found a way down through the hole in the roof.<br/><br/>""Come on, now. Don't make things harder for yourself."" said Alfie with a giggle. He crossed his arms over his chest as the tophat from before appeared on his head again, and a cloak of raven feathers unfurled from his collar. The shadows began to spread out around him quickly, but only around his target, to ensure that he would not escape.<br/>""Think about it. Once I'm done with you, your ""brother"" will finally get his break."" he shrugged. ""Not really, but you get the point, don't you? Also, I do wonder why your hair is now... That color, all of a sudden.""<br/><br/>Meanwhile, Matt felt the tension rising up in him as the boy just squatted there, staring at Mitchell. What was he doing, anyway? Mia tried to contact Mitchell, but her telepathy was only that strong when she was wearing the amplifier. And she didn't want to put it on again. In fact, looking back at the device, she crushed it down so that it couldn't be used again.<br/>Suddenly, from the corner of her eye, there was a bright spark. Looking back, she saw Shiloh with what looked like a small sun in his hand.<br/><br/>""He needs fuel."" said the boy, bringing the solar ball closer to Mitchell. Matt grabbed his hand and pulled him away. ""He needs it. Or he'll die, and he'll take us all with him. That's what he told me. He asked us for help. Didn't he, Jessica?"""
962,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=150,2014-12-02T19:54:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22657619#p22657619"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Evans Siblings / Shiloh Haverfield / Claudia Leistner / Nathaniel Holloway, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Mosley was gone. Perhaps for now. The helmet slipped off of her head, and Mia realized that this encounter had left her with more power than bad memories. She was actually levitating. Something she had always had a hard time learning. She looked around the room in a daze, at all the people. Standing not too far from herself was Alfie. Something large and bird-like had begun to rise up from the shadows behind him. The little boy had a look of pure evil on his face, eyes directed at Damien.<br/><br/>She was about to go help him, but he was somehow able to knock the woman who was holding him off. Mia turned away and saw that kid, Shiloh, and the blonde girl both crouched over Mitchell. She dropped back down onto the floor and called Matt back into the real world as she walked towards her brother. Matt appeared out of a void behind Shiloh. He froze for a moment, having nearly confused this boy with his brother, Mitchell. But he was way too young to be Mitch. Mitchell was on the ground, and this kid was touching him? Matthew turned to Mia for an answer, but she only shrugged and knelt down.<br/><br/>""What's going on?"" she asked, looking from Shiloh to Jessica. <br/><br/>Shiloh, keeping his hands on Mitchell looked up at Mia and frowned. ""Supernova."" he only said. Matt suddenly looked angry and appeared ready to kick Shiloh off into the distance, but Mia quickly stopped him before he could move. <br/><br/>The remaining guards in the room were confused now as to what they were to do. But because they had no idea who all these people were, they moved to apprehend all of them. None of them got far, though, as shadows skewered them as they scrambled for their targets. Alfie wasn't even watching them, but he got them all. Claudia squealed in pain and pulled away from Damien, clutching her somewhat wooden arm. <br/><br/>""Scheiße!"" she snarled, yanking at her arm. It came off with a pop. Smoke was seeping from it, but it was fine, otherwise. She attached it to her torso again and skillfully hit three points on it. It was moving the right way again. Damien was pretty much surrounded now, with Mia and Matthew too absorbed in dealing with Mitchell that they didn't notice what was going on. Claudia got back up to her feet. The soft, warm smile on her face was no more. Her puppets arrived, bursting through another door. They found a way down through the hole in the roof. <br/><br/>""Come on, now. Don't make things harder for yourself."" said Alfie with a giggle. He crossed his arms over his chest as the tophat from before appeared on his head again, and a cloak of raven feathers unfurled from his collar. The shadows began to spread out around him quickly, but only around his target, to ensure that he would not escape. <br/>""Think about it. Once I'm done with you, your ""brother"" will finally get his break."" he shrugged. ""Not really, but you get the point, don't you?""<br/><br/>Meanwhile, Matt felt the tension rising up in him as the boy just squatted there, staring at Mitchell. What was he doing, anyway? Mia tried to contact Mitchell, but her telepathy was only that strong when she was wearing the amplifier. And she didn't want to put it on again. In fact, looking back at the device, she crushed it down so that it couldn't be used again.<br/>Suddenly, from the corner of her eye, there was a bright spark. Looking back, she saw Shiloh with what looked like a small sun in his hand. <br/><br/>""He needs fuel."" said the boy, bringing the solar ball closer to Mitchell. Matt grabbed his hand and pulled him away. ""He needs it. Or he'll die, and he'll take us all with him. That's what he told me. He asked us for help. Didn't he, Jessica?""</div></blockquote><br/>""Hey!"" Jessica shouted, giving the man grabbing Shiloh a vicious punch in the gut, not enough to do any damage, but to give Matt a shock. She then jumped up onto Matt and grabbed him by the shirt, using it to keep herself eye level with him. ""Unless you haven't noticed! Your brother is dying, now if you will let Shiloh do his thing, he'll survive. If you fuck with this whole process, he'll die and likely take us all with him. Kapiche?""<br/><br/>She let go, dropping to the ground, the floor cracking under her strength, her anger at Matt supplying her with plenty of said strength."
963,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=150,2014-12-02T20:04:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine / Natalia Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Alice stared, eyes wide. ""No... I don't... Did I?"" then she covered her mouth in embarrassment and looked around if anyone had seen her. ""Oh, no."" Though the food was fine. It wasn't burnt at all. She wondered how she was able to control herself.<br/>""What happened? I remember... This thing..."" she picked up the spoon, ""And I, I blacked out!""<br/><hr/><br/>Natalia was confused. The tangos from earlier were now in the building, with everyone else. She cautiously stepped into the room, ignoring Quicksilver and followed Helen. For some reason, she kicked Dr. Hope quite hard, right in the stomach.<br/>""Nope."" she said, grinning. ""I see what happened here. I'm getting a lot of feeds from earlier today.""<br/><br/>""It seems that this was a mind-control project of some kind. It's over now, anyway."" Natalia said, looking through her reader again. She hung about the shadows to keep from being in direct sight of either Alfie or Claudia who appeared most hostile.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Evans Siblings / Shiloh Haverfield, 2027</span></span></div><br/>""That's bullsh- Aggh!"" Matt groaned, dropping Shiloh. He fell down, but was heaved up by his shirt. He found himself face to face with a blonde little girl. She demanded for him to shut up and get out of the way, and so he did, in a daze. Mia couldn't stop Jessica. There was enough trouble as it was.<br/><br/>""He... Told you?"" she asked as Shiloh gathered himself up and created another solar ball. The spark came again. Suddenly, Matt shivered. Mia turned to him, concerned. ""Matt?""<br/><br/>At that very moment, Shiloh had the solar ball hovering right over Mitchell's chest, on the middle. Then, he moved it slowly so that it came down. When it touched Mitchell, it didn't burn him at all. In fact, it was shrinking. Slowly. Once it was all gone, Mitchell slowly opened his eyes and stared at the ceiling. Shiloh collapsed and fell inconscious due to the amount of energy he'd spent to save Mitchell.<br/><br/>""Wh-what?"" Mitchell groaned. ""Matt? Mia? Are you okay?.. Did I get him?.. Is that Masked idiot dead?"""
964,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=150,2014-12-02T20:22:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22657821#p22657821"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine / Natalia Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Alice stared, eyes wide. ""No... I don't... Did I?"" then she covered her mouth in embarrassment and looked around if anyone had seen her. ""Oh, no."" Though the food was fine. It wasn't burnt at all. She wondered how she was able to control herself.<br/>""What happened? I remember... This thing..."" she picked up the spoon, ""And I, I blacked out!"" </div></blockquote><br/>""It's fine. Whatever that was, it's over now."" Kyle replied. The date could still be salvaged. He gave another comforting smile. It wasn't her fault, something was wrong with her programming or something. ""We... can talk about it after our date. Though if it happens again I'l let you know and we can figure out what to do...""<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>Natalia was confused. The tangos from earlier were now in the building, with everyone else. She cautiously stepped into the room, ignoring Quicksilver and followed Helen. For some reason, she kicked Dr. Hope quite hard, right in the stomach. <br/>""Nope."" she said, grinning. ""I see what happened here. I'm getting a lot of feeds from earlier today.""<br/><br/>""It seems that this was a mind-control project of some kind. It's over now, anyway."" Natalia said, looking through her reader again. She hung about the shadows to keep from being in direct sight of either Alfie or Claudia who appeared most hostile.</div></blockquote><br/>""Don't kick her. Even if she was part of this, we need her alive to testify in court and serve a jail sentance."" She felt Hopes pulse, seeing she was indeed still alive. ""Though... Significant trauma to the head... I've seen this before... she might not be waking up for a while."" She shrugged. ""We'll take her out when we leave.""<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Evans Siblings / Shiloh Haverfield, 2027</span></span></div><br/>""That's bullsh- Aggh!"" Matt groaned, dropping Shiloh. He fell down, but was heaved up by his shirt. He found himself face to face with a blonde little girl. She demanded for him to shut up and get out of the way, and so he did, in a daze. Mia couldn't stop Jessica. There was enough trouble as it was. <br/><br/>""He... Told you?"" she asked as Shiloh gathered himself up and created another solar ball. The spark came again. Suddenly, Matt shivered. Mia turned to him, concerned. ""Matt?""<br/><br/>At that very moment, Shiloh had the solar ball hovering right over Mitchell's chest, on the middle. Then, he moved it slowly so that it came down. When it touched Mitchell, it didn't burn him at all. In fact, it was shrinking. Slowly. Once it was all gone, Mitchell slowly opened his eyes and stared at the ceiling. Shiloh collapsed and fell inconscious due to the amount of energy he'd spent to save Mitchell.<br/><br/>""Wh-what?"" Mitchell groaned. ""Matt? Mia? Are you okay?.. Did I get him?.. Is that Masked idiot dead?""</div></blockquote><br/>Jessica moved over to Shiloh, cushioning his fall by catching him and laying him on the ground gently. She was suddenly surprised by Mitchell awakening. ""Masked... who? What?"""
965,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=150,2014-12-02T20:56:00,Islamic Republic e Jariri,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22657619#p22657619"">wrote</a>:</cite>The remaining guards in the room were confused now as to what they were to do. But because they had no idea who all these people were, they moved to apprehend all of them. None of them got far, though, as shadows skewered them as they scrambled for their targets. Alfie wasn't even watching them, but he got them all. Claudia squealed in pain and pulled away from Damien, clutching her somewhat wooden arm. <br/><br/>""Scheiße!"" she snarled, yanking at her arm. It came off with a pop. Smoke was seeping from it, but it was fine, otherwise. She attached it to her torso again and skillfully hit three points on it. It was moving the right way again. Damien was pretty much surrounded now, with Mia and Matthew too absorbed in dealing with Mitchell that they didn't notice what was going on. Claudia got back up to her feet. The soft, warm smile on her face was no more. Her puppets arrived, bursting through another door. They found a way down through the hole in the roof. <br/><br/>""Come on, now. Don't make things harder for yourself."" said Alfie with a giggle. He crossed his arms over his chest as the tophat from before appeared on his head again, and a cloak of raven feathers unfurled from his collar. The shadows began to spread out around him quickly, but only around his target, to ensure that he would not escape. <br/>""Think about it. Once I'm done with you, your ""brother"" will finally get his break."" he shrugged. ""Not really, but you get the point, don't you? Also, I do wonder why your hair is now... That color, all of a sudden.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>''Requiem...'' muttered Damien as he recovered from the shock, this head still felt dizzy. This wasn't good, he was in no state to fight him, he'd be no match against the dark entity in his current state. Worse still he was now surrounded and had no where left to run.<br/><br/>''Alfred... are you there?!'' he called out, desperate to reach for even an echo of his brother's essence within Requiem.<br/><br/>But then another miracle happened when he noticed Shiloh was at the scene and transferring some of his energy into Mitchell.<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>""That's bullsh- Aggh!"" Matt groaned, dropping Shiloh. He fell down, but was heaved up by his shirt. He found himself face to face with a blonde little girl. She demanded for him to shut up and get out of the way, and so he did, in a daze. Mia couldn't stop Jessica. There was enough trouble as it was. <br/><br/>""He... Told you?"" she asked as Shiloh gathered himself up and created another solar ball. The spark came again. Suddenly, Matt shivered. Mia turned to him, concerned. ""Matt?""<br/><br/>At that very moment, Shiloh had the solar ball hovering right over Mitchell's chest, on the middle. Then, he moved it slowly so that it came down. When it touched Mitchell, it didn't burn him at all. In fact, it was shrinking. Slowly. Once it was all gone, Mitchell slowly opened his eyes and stared at the ceiling. Shiloh collapsed and fell inconscious due to the amount of energy he'd spent to save Mitchell.<br/><br/>""Wh-what?"" Mitchell groaned. ""Matt? Mia? Are you okay?.. Did I get him?.. Is that Masked idiot dead?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>''Mitchell......'' gasped Damien in both disbelief and shock, as well as joy and surprise. He fell to his knees and realized his lips were trembling though unexpectedly no tears welled up in his eyes like they did the last time he had seen Mitchell conscious in Millersville. The mention of the Masked Man brought back so many memories... he couldn't believe, Mitchell had been revived!<br/><br/>Now he was suddenly glad that he got Shiloh involved into all this if it meant helping heal Mitchell. But he didn't know what to say apart from what he just muttered already. Did Mitchell hate him? Did he even want to see him after what happened? Did he blame Damien for his battle with the Masked Man?"
966,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=150,2014-12-02T23:14:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine / Natalia Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>""Okay..."" Alice sighed, clearly in relief. Once more, she looked around to see if anyone had been watching her. It worried her that this probably wasn't how things were supposed to go. Kyle looked spooked. Maybe after this, she'd never see him again.<br/>He would run away. But she would understand. She was a weirdo. But just for now, she would enjoy herself. It wasn't everyday that she got to eat pizza.<br/><br/>""Alright. Thank you... That's very nice of you."" she nodded, taking another slice. That would probably the first time she didn't use lawful in a compliment.<br/><hr/><br/>""Hauugh!"" Natalia kicked the doctor again, vaguely imitating Alice's attempt to make a weeping noise. ""Mind control is an offense punishable by law, wench!"" she pointed at the unconscious heap on the floor. Then, she kicked her again.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Evans Siblings, 2027</span></span></div><br/>At hearing a voice not of his brother's or sister's, Mitchell gasped, but couldn't get up. He was injured, by the glass he fell on, mostly. ""Who are you? Someone! Help!"" he began to struggle, moving his head a few inches. There were tears in his eyes, unsure of why his voice was so different, and why he felt so heavy and limp..<br/><br/>Matt was tearing up as well, crawling over to his twin. He didn't care that he was naked... He raised his brother up and hugged him. Sure, he was a grown-up now, but he hadn't seen his brother awake in so long. Soon, Mia was hugging him as well. In the middle of it all, Mitchell seemed nervous, not sure who these two adults were...<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Claudia Leistner / Nathaniel Holloway, 2027</span></span></div><br/>“Yes, it’s me.” Alfie giggled, placing a hand on his chest. Hearing Damien yell for Alfie, he laughed mockingly. “Alfie will be no more after you’re out of the way, immortal. Now, you will refer to me as Nathaniel.”<br/>Suddenly, Claudia looked confused. Who? Nathaniel? She didn’t know anything about Nathaniel, but she continued to play along. As Damien fell to his knees, Alfie scowled. He snapped a finger, causing a throng of shadows to grab Damien at the wrists, raising him into the air and facing him in the right direction. “Eyes on me, immortal.” He growled. “It’s impolite to be ignoring someone who’s speaking to you."
967,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=150,2014-12-02T23:42:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22659203#p22659203"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine / Natalia Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>""Okay..."" Alice sighed, clearly in relief. Once more, she looked around to see if anyone had been watching her. It worried her that this probably wasn't how things were supposed to go. Kyle looked spooked. Maybe after this, she'd never see him again. <br/>He would run away. But she would understand. She was a weirdo. But just for now, she would enjoy herself. It wasn't everyday that she got to eat pizza.<br/><br/>""Alright. Thank you... That's very nice of you."" she nodded, taking another slice. That would probably the first time she didn't use lawful in a compliment. </div></blockquote><br/>Kyle smiled. ""Come on. Lighten up."" he said. ""No one saw us. And the date isn't ruined or anything. I'm still having a great time with you... And I'd assume you're having a good time too."" He took a break from eating for a bit and looked into her eyes. ""<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>""Hauugh!"" Natalia kicked the doctor again, vaguely imitating Alice's attempt to make a weeping noise. ""Mind control is an offense punishable by law, wench!"" she pointed at the unconscious heap on the floor. Then, she kicked her again.</div></blockquote><br/>Helen grabbed Natalia, putting herself in between the synth and the Doctor. ""So is excessive force... or assault, seeing as neither of us are police officers."" Helen replied, eyes narrowing under her helmet. ""Calm down. You're kicking an unconscious woman who is of no threat to either of us, a woman who is currently in a coma. Once she has gotten medical attention and has awoken, then she will be sent to jail. Kicking her serves no logical purpose. In fact it is counterproductive.""<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Evans Siblings, 2027</span></span></div><br/>At hearing a voice not of his brother's or sister's, Mitchell gasped, but couldn't get up. He was injured, by the glass he fell on, mostly. ""Who are you? Someone! Help!"" he began to struggle, moving his head a few inches. There were tears in his eyes, unsure of why his voice was so different, and why he felt so heavy and limp..<br/><br/>Matt was tearing up as well, crawling over to his twin. He didn't care that he was naked... He raised his brother up and hugged him. Sure, he was a grown-up now, but he hadn't seen his brother awake in so long. Soon, Mia was hugging him as well. In the middle of it all, Mitchell seemed nervous, not sure who these two adults were...</div></blockquote><br/>Jessica ignored them, looking over Shiloh, her eyes full of concern. ""Shiloh, buddy, you did it. You can wake up now. Please..."" She shook him slightly. Then felt his pulse, sighing in relief when she confirmed he was indeed alive. ""Shiloh...?"""
968,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=150,2014-12-03T00:08:00,Islamic Republic e Jariri,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22659203#p22659203"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Evans Siblings, 2027</span></span></div><br/>At hearing a voice not of his brother's or sister's, Mitchell gasped, but couldn't get up. He was injured, by the glass he fell on, mostly. ""Who are you? Someone! Help!"" he began to struggle, moving his head a few inches. There were tears in his eyes, unsure of why his voice was so different, and why he felt so heavy and limp..<br/><br/>Matt was tearing up as well, crawling over to his twin. He didn't care that he was naked... He raised his brother up and hugged him. Sure, he was a grown-up now, but he hadn't seen his brother awake in so long. Soon, Mia was hugging him as well. In the middle of it all, Mitchell seemed nervous, not sure who these two adults were...<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Claudia Leistner / Nathaniel Holloway, 2027</span></span></div><br/>“Yes, it’s me.” Alfie giggled, placing a hand on his chest. Hearing Damien yell for Alfie, he laughed mockingly. “Alfie will be no more after you’re out of the way, immortal. Now, you will refer to me as Nathaniel.” <br/>Suddenly, Claudia looked confused. Who? Nathaniel? She didn’t know anything about Nathaniel, but she continued to play along. As Damien fell to his knees, Alfie scowled. He snapped a finger, causing a throng of shadows to grab Damien at the wrists, raising him into the air and facing him in the right direction. “Eyes on me, immortal.” He growled. “It’s impolite to be ignoring someone who’s speaking to you.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Damien glared back at Nathaniel's direction, visibly angered by his presence. Fighting clearly wasn't an option for him now as he had been subdued into dangling helplessly in the air. Mia and Matt were too distracted by Mitchell's sudden revival, so did Shiloh and that other girl: it was Jessica! Of course, Mia must have called her as well, despite Damien's wishes to keep her out of danger.<br/><br/>''You're far too swallowed up by your own ego, Requiem,'' said Damien.<br/>''Who do you think sired the darkness within Alfred that gave you the power to take over him? Do you really think with me out of the picture you'll vanquish what remains of him? I'm the source of his poison, the center of his anger and hatred that gave you life, with me gone what motivation will he have to continue embracing you?''<br/><br/>In truth there was always the possibility of his death actually forcing Alfie to move on since Damien was technically the last of his killers, his death would therefore perhaps untether him from the mortal plane and allow for Requiem to obtain whole control over Alfie's body. But with no options to fight all he could do was talk and stall for time.<br/><br/>''You're an inferior forgotten compared to what Alfie can become, an impostor masquerading in his body. Its almost a pity that you hold no true power, that you merely cling on to the thin threads of your own existence because you are too much of a<span style=""font-style: italic"">craven</span>to pass on. Instead you parasitically leech on him because you saw an opportunity and took it, assuming a life that isn't yours,<span style=""font-style: italic"">Requiem</span>. Are you so desperate to gain some form of respect you never got in your past life that you'd stoop this low?''<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Seriously does anyone in here notice me dangling in the air and stalling for my life with a dark spirit that's bent on consuming my brother? Where's Gerard when I need actually need him, he should be around, Requiem couldn't have already defeated him could he?</span>"
969,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=150,2014-12-03T00:17:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Islamic Republic e Jariri <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22659511#p22659511"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22659203#p22659203"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Evans Siblings, 2027</span></span></div><br/>At hearing a voice not of his brother's or sister's, Mitchell gasped, but couldn't get up. He was injured, by the glass he fell on, mostly. ""Who are you? Someone! Help!"" he began to struggle, moving his head a few inches. There were tears in his eyes, unsure of why his voice was so different, and why he felt so heavy and limp..<br/><br/>Matt was tearing up as well, crawling over to his twin. He didn't care that he was naked... He raised his brother up and hugged him. Sure, he was a grown-up now, but he hadn't seen his brother awake in so long. Soon, Mia was hugging him as well. In the middle of it all, Mitchell seemed nervous, not sure who these two adults were...<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Claudia Leistner / Nathaniel Holloway, 2027</span></span></div><br/>“Yes, it’s me.” Alfie giggled, placing a hand on his chest. Hearing Damien yell for Alfie, he laughed mockingly. “Alfie will be no more after you’re out of the way, immortal. Now, you will refer to me as Nathaniel.” <br/>Suddenly, Claudia looked confused. Who? Nathaniel? She didn’t know anything about Nathaniel, but she continued to play along. As Damien fell to his knees, Alfie scowled. He snapped a finger, causing a throng of shadows to grab Damien at the wrists, raising him into the air and facing him in the right direction. “Eyes on me, immortal.” He growled. “It’s impolite to be ignoring someone who’s speaking to you.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Damien glared back at Nathaniel's direction, visibly angered by his presence. Fighting clearly wasn't an option for him now as he had been subdued into dangling helplessly in the air. Mia and Matt were too distracted by Mitchell's sudden revival, so did Shiloh and that other girl: it was Jessica! Of course, Mia must have called her as well, despite Damien's wishes to keep her out of danger. <br/><br/>''You're far too swallowed up by your own ego, Requiem,'' said Damien.<br/> ''Who do you think sired the darkness within Alfred that gave you the power to take over him? Do you really think with me out of the picture you'll vanquish what remains of him? I'm the source of his poison, the center of his anger and hatred that gave you life, with me gone what motivation will he have to continue embracing you?''<br/><br/>In truth there was always the possibility of his death actually forcing Alfie to move on since Damien was technically the last of his killers, his death would therefore perhaps untether him from the mortal plane and allow for Requiem to obtain whole control over Alfie's body. But with no options to fight all he could do was talk and stall for time. <br/><br/>''You're an inferior forgotten compared to what Alfie can become, an impostor masquerading in his body. Its almost a pity that you hold no true power, that you merely cling on to the thin threads of your own existence because you are too much of a <span style=""font-style: italic"">craven</span> to pass on. Instead you parasitically leech on him because you saw an opportunity and took it, assuming a life that isn't yours, <span style=""font-style: italic"">Requiem</span>. Are you so desperate to gain some form of respect you never got in your past life that you'd stoop this low?''<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Seriously does anyone in here notice me dangling in the air and stalling for my life with a dark spirit that's bent on consuming my brother? Where's Gerard when I need actually need him, he should be around, Requiem couldn't have already defeated him could he?</span></div></blockquote><br/>Jessica sighed, supposing Shiloh was okay for now. Whether or not he would need help later remained to be seen. She got up to see some some of shadow boy and another person keeping Damien suspended in the air. Her eyes narrowed. ""Oh wonderful. Sommerfield you have a true talent for getting yourself in trouble..."" She said out loud, not caring who heard. She shouted. ""Hey! You! Asshole who's dangling my friend in the air! You have exactly five seconds to drop him before I get mad."" She took a step towards them, the floor cracking once again to emphasise her strength. ""And you won't like me when I'm mad."""
970,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=150,2014-12-03T00:24:00,Islamic Republic e Jariri,"<blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22659560#p22659560"">wrote</a>:</cite>Jessica sighed, supposing Shiloh was okay for now. Whether or not he would need help later remained to be seen. She got up to see some some of shadow boy and another person keeping Damien suspended in the air. Her eyes narrowed. ""Oh wonderful. Sommerfield you have a true talent for getting yourself in trouble..."" She said out loud, not caring who heard. She shouted. ""Hey! You! Asshole who's dangling my friend in the air! You have exactly five seconds to drop him before I get mad."" She took a step towards them, the floor cracking once again to emphasize her strength. ""And you won't like me when I'm mad.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>''Jessica, stay back! I'll have you know I have the situation well under control,'' lied Damien.<br/><br/>Well it was more of a half truth really but still partially a lie. While he was grateful for the help, he would have preferred it to be someone else. All this time since he awoke in the hospital he had tried to keep Jessica out of the madness of his life but somehow, well through Shiloh whom he inadvertently brought into his life, she made her way in and here she was: confronting Requiem. But if she got hurt it would essentially redo the damage that just got undone a few minutes ago by Mitchell's revival."
971,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=150,2014-12-03T00:34:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Islamic Republic e Jariri <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22659595#p22659595"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22659560#p22659560"">wrote</a>:</cite>Jessica sighed, supposing Shiloh was okay for now. Whether or not he would need help later remained to be seen. She got up to see some some of shadow boy and another person keeping Damien suspended in the air. Her eyes narrowed. ""Oh wonderful. Sommerfield you have a true talent for getting yourself in trouble..."" She said out loud, not caring who heard. She shouted. ""Hey! You! Asshole who's dangling my friend in the air! You have exactly five seconds to drop him before I get mad."" She took a step towards them, the floor cracking once again to emphasize her strength. ""And you won't like me when I'm mad.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>''Jessica, stay back! I'll have you know I have the situation well under control,'' lied Damien.<br/><br/> Well it was more of a half truth really but still partially a lie. While he was grateful for the help, he would have preferred it to be someone else. All this time since he awoke in the hospital he had tried to keep Jessica out of the madness of his life but somehow, well through Shiloh whom he inadvertently brought into his life, she made her way in and here she was: confronting Requiem. But if she got hurt it would essentially redo the damage that just got undone a few minutes ago by Mitchell's revival.</div></blockquote><br/>""Bullshit! Your suspended in mid air by two rejects from a horror movie! How exactly is this situation handled?!"" She replied indignantly, Damien's insistence on protecting her enraging her more. ""Damn it Damien, I'm not a little girl! I was born in 1992 and I've taken on people five times my size easily! I do not need your protection and I will do as I damn well please!"" She shouted, rage in her voice building."
972,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=150,2014-12-03T01:01:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Evans Siblings / Shiloh Haverfield / Nathaniel Holloway / Claudia Leistner, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Requiem frowned. He was going to reply to Damien, but heard someone yelling at him from the side. It was a blonde young girl. Noticing the ground beneath her cracking under pressure, Nathaniel immediately concluded that she was a metahuman. Ignoring her threat, he turned back to Damien and crossed his arms over his chest, ever so arrogantly.<br/><br/>""Insulting me won't change a thing."" he declared, glaring from Damien to Jessica. Then he locked his eyes on Damien. ""You don't understand the rules, immortal. You see, once I end your seemingly endless life, my host's motivation will indeed fall apart.""<br/>The boy laughed, and his eyes began to change in color. His pupils became the only light within his eyes as he stared coldly at Damien. ""And once that happens, he will be too weak to resist me. And I'll be able to wipe him out of existence.""<br/><br/>""This was a battle for dominance within a borrowed body. A corpse, in fact. And I won. After years of perseverance, I've finally achieved what I looked forward to. I deserve this body."" said Requiem, cracking his knuckles. The Evanses began to notice. Mia and Matthew in particular. They seemed surprised to see Alfie all of a sudden. He had literally come out of nowhere. And now, he had Damien at his mercy. Shadows rose up behind him in dozens, taking the shapes of swords and knives. The two couldn't do anything, really. There wasn't much they could do. Mitch was back, and they needed to tend to him.<br/><br/>""Here we go. I hope you've made peace with your enemies, immortal."" said Requiem, starting to giggle again in that uncomfortable way he did. The shadows leaned back, then thrust forward simultaneously. But at a bout a foot from Damien, they stopped. The shadows fell, and Damien was dropped. Something large and cloaked was standing over Alfie, with a foot on his back. It seemed feminine, wearing the mask of an owl. Behind her appeared a group of others. One with a bear mask, another with an eagle mask, one more with a mask of a fox, and the last with what looked like a sun with a face carved on it. Standing among them was Gerard, the only one wearing white.<br/><br/>""You don't understand the rules, either, Nathaniel."" said the owl-masked female. She turned to the others as the boy beneath her feet began to squirm. ""Should I end him now?"" she asked. Suddenly, Requiem looked fearful. He desperatle clawed against the floor to get away from the woman atop his back, neutralizing his otherwise inferior powers. Tenebris.<br/><br/>The bear shook his head, and so did the other three. They strode forward quickly, observing the room around them. Soon, they were standing around Requiem. All of them were simply staring. ""There is nothing we can do."" said the fox.<br/><br/>""We aren't allowed to touch the body."" the sun confirmed. ""That is against the code.""<br/><br/>The bear nodded. ""We will let you go with a warning, Nathaniel. You must willingly return the body to your host, or be condemned to the void. You are aware that the domination code has been scrapped decades ago.""<br/><br/>The eagle turned briefly to Gerard, shaking his head. ""We will keep a watchful eye on him, Royale. But from here, we realize that we are not allowed to inflict physical or spiritual damage, especially to this body that you lent your son.""<br/><br/>Gerard gulped and nodded. ""I understand. I appreciate your help."" he simply said, evidently broken by this.<br/><br/>The owl took her foot off of Alfie's back, but she continued to stare at him threateningly. ""You will stay away from the immortal,"" she looked up at Damien, ""And you will ponder over whether you will return this body or not. If you refuse to comply, you know what happens, don't you?""<br/><br/>Requiem nodded. He was truly terrified. He didn't want to be sent into the void. The Forgotten separated, letting him leave. Claudia stood there, absolutely confused. She was by now already aware that whoever that was, he was not her cousin. The man in the white suit she recognized as Gerard Royale. Father to her cousin Alfie. Alfie himself was not like that. He smiled always and said her dress was pretty. She didn't bother to follow as Requiem ran past her and jumped into the ceiling. The Forgotten exchange glances, then turned to the immortal. The fox seemed especially fascinated. He had not seen an immortal in so long. He approached Damien, immobiling him with his strange gaze. A power of his.<br/><br/>""Look, look."" he cackled, ""Do you feel it?"" he asked the others. They exchanged glances again and nodded to one another.<br/>""So many emotions. Hidden away in that little locked chest of a head."" the fox knocked on the forehead of his mask. His voice was that of a pre-teenaged boy.<br/><br/>""Leave him, Threnody. You will get nowhere with trying to feed off of an immortal."" said the sun-masked Forgotten, shaking his head. ""We've nothing more to do here.""<br/><br/>With a shake of his head, Threnody turned away, leaving Damien to move again. He faded into a cloud of mist, as did the others. Gerard walked slowly through the mess, sighing. He offered Damien a hand, and looked pensive. He wanted to frown, but he couldn't. Perhaps indeed a sacrifice could be made...<br/><br/>""It appears that we cannot solicit any assistance from the Forgotten either. They were all here, too. Romani, Semias, Tenebris, Threnody, and Delacroix. I used to work with them until I gave up my mask. Though I may be able to take that back, and deal with Requiem myself, risking the consequences, if it will save my son. But until then, you must avoid him."" he said, grinning in that fatherly way again, despite the situation.."
973,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=150,2014-12-03T11:04:00,Islamic Republic e Jariri,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22659771#p22659771"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Evans Siblings / Shiloh Haverfield / Nathaniel Holloway / Claudia Leistner, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Requiem frowned. He was going to reply to Damien, but heard someone yelling at him from the side. It was a blonde young girl. Noticing the ground beneath her cracking under pressure, Nathaniel immediately concluded that she was a metahuman. Ignoring her threat, he turned back to Damien and crossed his arms over his chest, ever so arrogantly.<br/><br/>""Insulting me won't change a thing."" he declared, glaring from Damien to Jessica. Then he locked his eyes on Damien. ""You don't understand the rules, immortal. You see, once I end your seemingly endless life, my host's motivation will indeed fall apart.""<br/>The boy laughed, and his eyes began to change in color. His pupils became the only light within his eyes as he stared coldly at Damien. ""And once that happens, he will be too weak to resist me. And I'll be able to wipe him out of existence.""<br/><br/>""This was a battle for dominance within a borrowed body. A corpse, in fact. And I won. After years of perseverance, I've finally achieved what I looked forward to. I deserve this body."" said Requiem, cracking his knuckles. The Evanses began to notice. Mia and Matthew in particular. They seemed surprised to see Alfie all of a sudden. He had literally come out of nowhere. And now, he had Damien at his mercy. Shadows rose up behind him in dozens, taking the shapes of swords and knives. The two couldn't do anything, really. There wasn't much they could do. Mitch was back, and they needed to tend to him. <br/><br/>""Here we go. I hope you've made peace with your enemies, immortal."" said Requiem, starting to giggle again in that uncomfortable way he did. The shadows leaned back, then thrust forward simultaneously. But at a bout a foot from Damien, they stopped. The shadows fell, and Damien was dropped. Something large and cloaked was standing over Alfie, with a foot on his back. It seemed feminine, wearing the mask of an owl. Behind her appeared a group of others. One with a bear mask, another with an eagle mask, one more with a mask of a fox, and the last with what looked like a sun with a face carved on it. Standing among them was Gerard, the only one wearing white.<br/><br/>""You don't understand the rules, either, Nathaniel."" said the owl-masked female. She turned to the others as the boy beneath her feet began to squirm. ""Should I end him now?"" she asked. Suddenly, Requiem looked fearful. He desperatle clawed against the floor to get away from the woman atop his back, neutralizing his otherwise inferior powers. Tenebris. <br/><br/>The bear shook his head, and so did the other three. They strode forward quickly, observing the room around them. Soon, they were standing around Requiem. All of them were simply staring. ""There is nothing we can do."" said the fox.<br/><br/>""We aren't allowed to touch the body."" the sun confirmed. ""That is against the code."" <br/><br/>The bear nodded. ""We will let you go with a warning, Nathaniel. You must willingly return the body to your host, or be condemned to the void. You are aware that the domination code has been scrapped decades ago."" <br/><br/>The eagle turned briefly to Gerard, shaking his head. ""We will keep a watchful eye on him, Royale. But from here, we realize that we are not allowed to inflict physical or spiritual damage, especially to this body that you lent your son.""<br/><br/>Gerard gulped and nodded. ""I understand. I appreciate your help."" he simply said, evidently broken by this.<br/><br/>The owl took her foot off of Alfie's back, but she continued to stare at him threateningly. ""You will stay away from the immortal,"" she looked up at Damien, ""And you will ponder over whether you will return this body or not. If you refuse to comply, you know what happens, don't you?""<br/><br/>Requiem nodded. He was truly terrified. He didn't want to be sent into the void. The Forgotten separated, letting him leave. Claudia stood there, absolutely confused. She was by now already aware that whoever that was, he was not her cousin. The man in the white suit she recognized as Gerard Royale. Father to her cousin Alfie. Alfie himself was not like that. He smiled always and said her dress was pretty. She didn't bother to follow as Requiem ran past her and jumped into the ceiling. The Forgotten exchange glances, then turned to the immortal. The fox seemed especially fascinated. He had not seen an immortal in so long. He approached Damien, immobilizing him with his strange gaze. A power of his.<br/><br/>""Look, look."" he cackled, ""Do you feel it?"" he asked the others. They exchanged glances again and nodded to one another. <br/>""So many emotions. Hidden away in that little locked chest of a head."" the fox knocked on the forehead of his mask. His voice was that of a pre-teenaged boy. <br/><br/>""Leave him, Threnody. You will get nowhere with trying to feed off of an immortal."" said the sun-masked Forgotten, shaking his head. ""We've nothing more to do here."" <br/><br/>With a shake of his head, Threnody turned away, leaving Damien to move again. He faded into a cloud of mist, as did the others. Gerard walked slowly through the mess, sighing. He offered Damien a hand, and looked pensive. He wanted to frown, but he couldn't. Perhaps indeed a sacrifice could be made...<br/><br/>""It appears that we cannot solicit any assistance from the Forgotten either. They were all here, too. Romani, Semias, Tenebris, Threnody, and Delacroix. I used to work with them until I gave up my mask. Though I may be able to take that back, and deal with Requiem myself, risking the consequences, if it will save my son. But until then, you must avoid him."" he said, grinning in that fatherly way again, despite the situation..</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Helpless, subdued, and no longer able to count on his immortal healing ability to make the situation slightly<span style=""font-style: italic"">less</span>worse than it already was, this looked like checkmate. As the shadow bladed weapons lunged at his direction his blood went cold at the thought that<span style=""font-style: italic"">this was it</span>. He could going to die to at the hands of his half dead stepbrother possessed by this Other and he was powerless to do anything about it. His eyes remained peeled open and his jaw felt loose at the realization that he had entered his final moments with less than a split second to make peace with himself....<br/><br/>Except they the projectiles froze at the very last moment and before Damien knew it his wrists were released from Requiem's hold and he fell against the floor. Gerard had<span style=""font-style: italic"">finally</span>arrived, but even more incredibly he couldn't believe his eyes at the sight of seeing all the Forgotten in one place. They had arrived just at the brink of time to save his life and neutralize Requiem, or as they called him 'Nathaniel'.<br/><br/>But then as they dealt with Nathaniel who was forced to flee the scene, evidently fearing being outnumbered with the rest of the of the Forgotten, the entity Threnody approached him with his piercing gaze that somehow kept Damien from moving anywhere and focused on the strange power emitted from those eyes, his mind briefly becoming engulfed by it before Threnody was told to release him.<br/><br/>As the situation began to stabilize he found his mind still somewhat disoriented from what just happened and then saw all of the Forgotten materialize into mist. As Gerard offered him a hand , Damien managed to limb back up on his feet on his own but then clutched the side of chest where he felt pain. Mosley had broken one of his ribs through Mia's telekinesis.<br/><br/>''Avoid him? I just wasn't prepared for him to suddenly show up after me, but I will be<span style=""font-style: italic"">next</span>time...'' said Damien with a slightly embittered tone. On the plus side at least he was still alive though it could have helped had they arrived a little bit sooner."
974,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=150,2014-12-03T11:31:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine / Natalia Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>A little smile began to appear on the synthetic's face. She brought her arm away from her mouth and down onto her lap. Alice relaxed herself and nodded to Kyle, grateful that he had stopped her from whatever it was she had done. Was this the corrupt code that Natalia had referred to before? Alice then realized that she was on a date, so she dropped the thought completely for now and looked up at Kyle, at his eyes, in particular.<br/><br/>""I am... I'm having a really good time. It's my first day off from work, and I'm enjoying it greatly. Again, thank you so much, Kyle West. I never expected to experience this moment in my life."" she slid her arm across the table, between the platters, and took his hand. Squeezing it as lightly as she could, she smiled again.<br/><hr/><br/>""Oh... I forgot to check her for vital signs."" muttered Natalia, performing a scan of her systems. She detected a flaw, and was not satisfied. With a frown on her face she took a step back from Dr. Hope and shook her head. ""Something is wrong with my programming."" she told Helen, a look of worry on her face. ""I've noticed it since yesterday, but I assumed that my anti-virus program had cleared it out.""<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Evans Siblings / Shiloh Haverfield / Claudia Leistner / Gerard Royale, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Gerard wasn't surprised by Damien's reaction. It seemed that he was going to persist in trying to right his wrong. That wrong was Requiem, of course. If not for the bitterness caused by his early death, Alfie would have not been paired with Requiem.<br/>""Alright..."" said Gerard, returning his arm back to his side.<br/><br/>Once he was done speaking, Claudia approached Gerard from the side. He noticed her immediately and turned to face her.<br/>""Claudia..."" he said, somewhat astonished. ""According to Alfred, you're one of my many nieces.""<br/><br/>The young woman nodded, performing a little curtsy. ""It's an honor to finally meet you, Sir Gerard."" she told him politely, then giving Damien an apologetical look. She clearly did not know who she was serving for. But now, she did, and was prepared to help bring her older cousin back.<br/><br/>""Somerfield,"" said Gerard, gesturing towards Claudia. ""This is Claudia Leistner. A relative of my wife. As you've seen, she is currently under the RHA's wings. Until now, she had been working as a bodyguard for Alfie. Perhaps for now she could provide you with protection until all this is over?""<br/><br/>Claudia nodded, looking enthusiastic. ""I deeply apologize for using that headlock on you, sir."" she bowed slightly to Damien, ""I am ready to carry out orders to compensate.""<br/><br/>Gerard knew most of the people in the room. All of them were involved in this little incident. The Evans siblings were reunited again, it seemed. There was a blonde girl amongst them as well, though Gerard had no idea of who she was. Just then, Mia quickly approached, not recognizing the tall, handsome man in the white clothing. She knelt down in front of Damien to check him for injuries. Behind her, Matt was wrapping some cloth around Mitchell and helping him up. Once Mitch was up on two feet, Matthew lifted Shiloh off the ground and rejoined the larger group.<br/><br/>""I heard a crack. Did I hurt you?"" asked Mia, concerned of her own power's effects."
975,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=150,2014-12-03T12:02:00,Islamic Republic e Jariri,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22662598#p22662598"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine / Natalia Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>A little smile began to appear on the synthetic's face. She brought her arm away from her mouth and down onto her lap. Alice relaxed herself and nodded to Kyle, grateful that he had stopped her from whatever it was she had done. Was this the corrupt code that Natalia had referred to before? Alice then realized that she was on a date, so she dropped the thought completely for now and looked up at Kyle, at his eyes, in particular.<br/><br/>""I am... I'm having a really good time. It's my first day off from work, and I'm enjoying it greatly. Again, thank you so much, Kyle West. I never expected to experience this moment in my life."" she slid her arm across the table, between the platters, and took his hand. Squeezing it as lightly as she could, she smiled again. <br/><hr/><br/>""Oh... I forgot to check her for vital signs."" muttered Natalia, performing a scan of her systems. She detected a flaw, and was not satisfied. With a frown on her face she took a step back from Dr. Hope and shook her head. ""Something is wrong with my programming."" she told Helen, a look of worry on her face. ""I've noticed it since yesterday, but I assumed that my anti-virus program had cleared it out.""<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Evans Siblings / Shiloh Haverfield / Claudia Leistner / Gerard Royale, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Gerard wasn't surprised by Damien's reaction. It seemed that he was going to persist in trying to right his wrong. That wrong was Requiem, of course. If not for the bitterness caused by his early death, Alfie would have not been paired with Requiem.<br/>""Alright..."" said Gerard, returning his arm back to his side. <br/><br/>Once he was done speaking, Claudia approached Gerard from the side. He noticed her immediately and turned to face her.<br/>""Claudia..."" he said, somewhat astonished. ""According to Alfred, you're one of my many nieces."" <br/><br/>The young woman nodded, performing a little curtsy. ""It's an honor to finally meet you, Sir Gerard."" she told him politely, then giving Damien an apologetical look. She clearly did not know who she was serving for. But now, she did, and was prepared to help bring her older cousin back. <br/><br/>""Somerfield,"" said Gerard, gesturing towards Claudia. ""This is Claudia Leistner. A relative of my wife. As you've seen, she is currently under the RHA's wings. Until now, she had been working as a bodyguard for Alfie. Perhaps for now she could provide you with protection until all this is over?"" <br/><br/>Claudia nodded, looking enthusiastic. ""I deeply apologize for using that headlock on you, sir."" she bowed slightly to Damien, ""I am ready to carry out orders to compensate."" <br/><br/>Gerard knew most of the people in the room. All of them were involved in this little incident. The Evans siblings were reunited again, it seemed. There was a blonde girl amongst them as well, though Gerard had no idea of who she was. Just then, Mia quickly approached, not recognizing the tall, handsome man in the white clothing. She knelt down in front of Damien to check him for injuries. Behind her, Matt was wrapping some cloth around Mitchell and helping him up. Once Mitch was up on two feet, Matthew lifted Shiloh off the ground and rejoined the larger group.<br/><br/>""I heard a crack. Did I hurt you?"" asked Mia, concerned of her own power's effects.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>''It wasn't you... it was Mosley... I think he broke my third right rib...'' groaned Damien. That mad doctor Mosley, this was the second time he left a scar on Damien after being defeated. After their last encounter which resulted in Mosley being trapped in limbo he had managed to temporarily blind Damien, though the boy did later regain his sight. And this time he revealed himself to effectively be the Evan's grandfather and hijacked Mia's mind, forcing her to use her powers under his own will.<br/>Damien had become truly terrified when he used Mia's telekinesis against him, a power which was far more stronger than Damien previously remembered. Mia was hardly the same damsel in distress as she once was back in Millersville, such as when the Masked Man had taken her hostage to force Damien to surrender himself.<br/>But more importantly he had never seen her levitate before and even after disconnecting from the amplifier she retained this new ability. It was a bit eerie knowing Mosley was actually responsible for Mia's growing powers. He wondered how she felt at the realization that she was related to him, or how she dealt with him in her head? Was Mosley finally gone? For good? Somehow he doubted today to be the last he'd see of Dr Mosley.<br/><br/>''How is Mitchell? Is he alright?'' asked Damien, turning to the newly revived Evan sibling."
976,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=150,2014-12-03T15:41:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22662598#p22662598"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine / Natalia Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>A little smile began to appear on the synthetic's face. She brought her arm away from her mouth and down onto her lap. Alice relaxed herself and nodded to Kyle, grateful that he had stopped her from whatever it was she had done. Was this the corrupt code that Natalia had referred to before? Alice then realized that she was on a date, so she dropped the thought completely for now and looked up at Kyle, at his eyes, in particular.<br/>""I am... I'm having a really good time. It's my first day off from work, and I'm enjoying it greatly. Again, thank you so much, Kyle West. I never expected to experience this moment in my life."" she slid her arm across the table, between the platters, and took his hand. Squeezing it as lightly as she could, she smiled again. </div></blockquote><br/>Kyle smiled again, fear seemed to melt away. He squeezed her hand lightly in response. ""I never expected to experience this with someone like you Alice. You're..."" His eyes went to hers as well, ""Amazing... Wonderful..."" He blushed and looked around, seeing they were almost finished with their meal. Taking the second last slice of pizza, he looked back to her. ""So... you have room for desert?""<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>""Oh... I forgot to check her for vital signs."" muttered Natalia, performing a scan of her systems. She detected a flaw, and was not satisfied. With a frown on her face she took a step back from Dr. Hope and shook her head. ""Something is wrong with my programming."" she told Helen, a look of worry on her face. ""I've noticed it since yesterday, but I assumed that my anti-virus program had cleared it out.""<br/></div></blockquote><br/>Helen looked at her from beneath her black visor, she paused for a second. ""We're going to have to find your creators... or at least someone who can help fix this problem..."" She replied. ""Don't worry. I won't let you hurt anyone or let you get hurt. I promised to be your... al- Friend. I'll help you no matter what it takes.""<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>-Snip-</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Jessica</span><br/>Jessica looked around, utterly and completely confused, not at all sure what was going on. She was still trying to process what had just happened after she had shouted at Damien.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Was that a guy in a bear mask?</span>""Would someone PLEASE tell me what exactly is going on?"" She said, her voice raised in irritation, leftover unreleased anger still within her."
977,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=150,2014-12-03T21:23:00,Islamic Republic e Jariri,"<blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22665020#p22665020"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Jessica</span> <br/>Jessica looked around, utterly and completely confused, not at all sure what was going on. She was still trying to process what had just happened after she had shouted at Damien. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Was that a guy in a bear mask?</span> ""Would someone PLEASE tell me what exactly is going on?"" She said, her voice raised in irritation, leftover unreleased anger still within her.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>''You wouldn't believe me if I told you,'' said Damien, shaking his head at Jessica's direction.<br/><br/>What could he say to her? That back in the 1930s he used to be part of a criminal ring and was tasked with infiltrating the Lloyd family in which Alfie had also been adopted into. A hostage plan went terribly wrong and Alfie was brutally murdered, while that wasn't part of the plan it did make Damien indirectly responsible for his 'death'. Of course lately it seemed nothing ever played out for him in a simple manner and Alfie didn't die and fade from his memory but came back with a vengeance that gave birth to Requiem whose an embodiment of human temptation and part of a series of supernatural entities that may or may not also be connected to the Madness although did bear striking similarities.<br/><br/>Regardless, Damien was over five centuries old and he had more than his fair share of the paranormal but he didn't think Jessica would be quite ready to accept this alien aspect into her reality, she had already been exposed to too much as it already were and he planned on asking Shiloh to cut her off for her own protection, though she'd certainly hate him for it he wasn't willing to put Jessica in mortal danger under his watch.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Meanwhile on TV....</span><br/><br/>''Presenting... the Washington Elite! The UAR's finest superheros!''<br/><br/>Animated images of the team of four flashed in front of the screen, depicting the '<span style=""font-style: italic"">Magnificent Mr Tomorrow</span>' who possessed both super strength, super speed and high durability; the <span style=""font-style: italic"">Talented Terran Man</span> who was shown creating boulders of rock from the ground and smashing them at the audience's direction; the <span style=""font-style: italic"">Astonishing Aqua</span> who was shown summoning tidal waves while also having electricity crackle from her fingers; and finally the <span style=""font-style: italic"">Excellent Excel</span> was shown showcasing a variety of abilities she had copied from her foes.<br/><br/>''The dastardly Silver Queen has used her powerful metalkinesis to control the iron in the earth's core and shift the planet's axis causing the polar ice caps to melt!''<br/><br/>''Hahahahahaha!'' bellowed the Silver Queen, a woman with platinum blonde in her mid twenties, wearing a long silver dress obviously drawn in a way to attract an adult audience. But most distinguish she wore a silver crown that was supposed to be the source of her powers. The producers had taken the name 'Silver Queen' a bit too literally in that regard. <br/><br/>''I will engulf Washington City and destroy the UAR!''<br/><br/>''Not so fast Silver Queen!'' exclaims Mr Tomorrow, super-speeding into the scene and backed by the rest of the Washington Elite. <br/><br/>A battle ensues with the Silver Queen, with her launching metallic projectiles from her wrist bracers against Mr Tomorrow who remains unscathed, attributing it to his high durability. Another scene shows the Silver Queen dodging boulder blocks from the Terran Man, only to be caught off guard and frozen into place by Aqua, who uses her power over water to stop the tidal wave. Excel then copies the Silver Queen's powers and reverts the earth's core back to normal while Mr Tomorrow removes the Silver Queen's crown, causing her to lose her powers. <br/><br/>As the episode ends a news article is relayed, discussing the sudden telepathic wave and its currently unknown origins. <br/><br/>''Its believed that the majority of the city was affected by this briefly although it only lasted for about five minutes before ceasing. Authorities are still investigating the source of this strange phenomenon that has spawned multiple conspiracy theories although metahuman involvement does seem apparent...''</blockquote><br/><br/>''Well that a cheesy show,'' commented an adolescent boy.<br/>''My interpretation of the Silver Queen should be adapted into an animated series, not this corporate junk commercializing metahumans into some kind of brand...''<br/><br/>The boy was working on a drawing board, working on his latest comic,<span style=""font-style: italic"">Silver Queen #4</span>. While he doubted the actual existence of the Silver Queen and saw her more as some kind of urban legend he enjoyed imagining her life and history. But in his more darker and grittier comic book series the Silver Queen was more of an anti-heroine whom he gave a set of moral codes to abide by, his way of humanizing her better than the Washington Elite version. In his latest issue he had her pinned against a mutant werewolf, inspired by his experiences in Kyoto.<br/><br/>''Did you hear the news?'' came a female voice as the door into his work room was opened. It was his sister, Lauriel.<br/><br/>''Oh, you mean the telepathy wave?''<br/><br/>''Have you seriously been cooped up in here all day, away from other human beings that you didn't notice that people could actually<span style=""font-style: italic"">read each other's thoughts</span>?!''<br/><br/>''I really don't see why I should care, it doesn't concern me and I have a deadline coming up to finish this issue.''<br/><br/>''The Silver Queen comic book series you've been writing?''<br/><br/>''Its become a surprise hit.''<br/><br/>''What's with that art style of yours?''<br/><br/>''Oh, its called manga. Originates from Japan.''<br/><br/>''Right and why is the Silver Queen a thirteen year old girl in you comics?''<br/><br/>''She's<span style=""font-style: italic"">fourteen</span>and comic book characters are just supposed to look that young.''<br/><br/>''If the Silver Queen was real she'd probably hate you for imagining her as some kind of child soldier assassin.''<br/><br/>''The Silver Queen isn't real, she's just a rumor made up on the internet.''<br/><br/>''Lucky for you. But seriously? Silver hair and red eyes?''<br/><br/>''She needs to look both beautiful<span style=""font-style: italic"">and</span>dangerous?''<br/><br/>''A bit too young to be a femme fatale...''<br/><br/>''She's<span style=""font-style: italic"">not</span>a femme fatale, manga just happens to make everyone look more..''<br/><br/>''Attractive?''<br/><br/>''<span style=""font-style: italic"">Exaggerated</span>.''<br/><br/>''Whatever you say. But seriously you need to get out more, and get a girlfriend, besides your imaginary Silver Princess,'' teased Lauriel.<br/><br/>''Ha ha, very funny,'' replied the boy with a sarcastic tone.<br/><br/>''I was partially serious,'' added Lauriel before exiting through the door. ''See ya!''<br/><br/>''Bye...'' replied the boy before resuming work on his front cover which depicted the Silver Queen dual wielding combat knives, her eyes drawn in a way to gaze and pierce through directly into the reader. He then made sure to sign his name on it:<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic"">~Maxx Chambers</span></div><br/><br/>He liked adding the extra 'X' to his nickname."
978,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=175,2014-12-04T01:21:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Evans Siblings / Claudia Leistner / Gerard Royale, 2027</span></span></div><br/>""O-oh..."" Mia blushed. She remembered how that old creep had invaded her mind... And failed. As much as possible, she kept thoughts of him out of her head. They made her want to vomit. Being related to<span style=""font-style: italic"">that</span>? Mia carefully observed Damien, where the broken rib was, and she touched it. This gave her a view of the bone from the inside. It was crushed. Shattered. Pulling her hand away, she nodded to Damien, meaning to say that she knew what the damage was, and could fix it.<br/><br/>""This might... Hurt a little..."" she told him, smiling nervously. Without moving her hands, she carefully returned the broken rib in its right place, but she could do no more than that. The bones would have to heal up on their own. She answered Damien's question after completely piecing the bon back together, glancing back at Mitchell who was staring at his hands in disbelief.<br/>When she was speaking to him telepathically, he seemed to be taking note of everything that was happening, but apparently, that memory didn't cros over to his physical body, and now it was up to her and her brother to refresh his mind.<br/><br/>""Mitchell's.... Not sure how he got here. He can't really recognize us. But... He'll know you and Alfie, for sure. What happened to him, anyway?"" she asked, ""That's not the Alfie I met in Millersville."""
979,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=175,2014-12-04T02:34:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Islamic Republic e Jariri <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22669683#p22669683"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22665020#p22665020"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Jessica</span> <br/>Jessica looked around, utterly and completely confused, not at all sure what was going on. She was still trying to process what had just happened after she had shouted at Damien. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Was that a guy in a bear mask?</span> ""Would someone PLEASE tell me what exactly is going on?"" She said, her voice raised in irritation, leftover unreleased anger still within her.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>''You wouldn't believe me if I told you,'' said Damien, shaking his head at Jessica's direction.<br/><br/> What could he say to her? That back in the 1930s he used to be part of a criminal ring and was tasked with infiltrating the Lloyd family in which Alfie had also been adopted into. A hostage plan went terribly wrong and Alfie was brutally murdered, while that wasn't part of the plan it did make Damien indirectly responsible for his 'death'. Of course lately it seemed nothing ever played out for him in a simple manner and Alfie didn't die and fade from his memory but came back with a vengeance that gave birth to Requiem whose an embodiment of human temptation and part of a series of supernatural entities that may or may not also be connected to the Madness although did bear striking similarities. <br/><br/>Regardless, Damien was over five centuries old and he had more than his fair share of the paranormal but he didn't think Jessica would be quite ready to accept this alien aspect into her reality, she had already been exposed to too much as it already were and he planned on asking Shiloh to cut her off for her own protection, though she'd certainly hate him for it he wasn't willing to put Jessica in mortal danger under his watch. </div></blockquote><br/>Jessica folded her arms, obviously not in the mood to be babied to. ""Why not?"" She replied, her face contorted into a glare and frown. Again, Damien's insistence on protecting her was getting on her nerves. She was going to have to talk to him about it at some point. ""I'm not eight Damien, I know there are weird supernatural things in the world, you included. I can handle whatever weird ass spirit these guy are."" She turned to the supernatural spirit things around her, Gerald included. ""No offence."""
980,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=175,2014-12-04T07:24:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine / Natalia Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Amazing?.. Wonderful?.. Those were a few of the many things Alice had not considered herself to be.. Yet Kyle said she was both amazing and wonderful. Noticing Kyle take the second last slice of pizza, she grabbed the other, leaving nothing on either platter. When asked about dessert, she shrugged.<br/><br/>""I guess. What're we having? I've heard about blueberry cheesecake. Is it really good?""<br/><hr/><br/>""Right... Thanks."" nodded Natalia, grateful. She was keeping out of sight of the other people as she backed out of the room, headed for the elevator which now lacked doors."
981,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=175,2014-12-04T11:18:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Timothy Allencourt / Knox Stanforth / Zachary Foster, 2027</span></span></div><br/>One fiasco after the other. Each at the hands of the Silver Queen's puny grunts. Timothy sighed deeply, in disappointment. His chin was held in his palm as he stared at the two men across his desk. To his left was Knox, seeming far off and completely out of it. He snapped to attention at hearing Timothy hum. He rubbed his palms together and leaned against his large, mahogany desk. The two men inched away on their chairs. Though he was young, Timothy Allencourt was intimidating, and very dangerous, even to other metahumans with powers like his. It was probably his experience and heritage.<br/><br/>""You two are aware of my opinion against failure, I'm sure."" he began, crossing his fingers with each other, planting his elbows onto the desk surface and setting his chin on top of them both. The two men nodded, somewhat simultaneously. Their perfectionist of a boss looked to be in a bad mood. They hoped he wouldn't do anything violent.<br/><br/>""Then I assume that you are aware of punishment as well?"" Timothy continued. The two men froze in fear. Before they could give a correct response to their boss' question, they both dropped dead. Timothy smirked and shoved the other man's head off of his desk. Zachary Foster was now standing right in front of him, having used his extended appendages to pierce the two palookas through the heart. They would have most likely felt a sharp pain in their chest before their lives were extinguished.<br/><br/>Timothy smiled more sweetly towards Zachary, who hadn't changed a bit since working here as a Sanctioned Agent.<br/>""Thank you."" he offered the boy a glass of wine, but he declined. ""It's always nice to have Zachary around, isn't it, Knox?""<br/>Knox nodded in reply, taking a seat of his own. The bodies would be disposed of later, but for now, they were dumped onto the white carpet which covered the entire office floor. Some portions of it had already turned red. But that wasn't too much of a problem for Timothy. Taking a drink from his goblet, he turned to each of his two friends with a smile not usually seen on his face. He raised his glass and laughed.<br/><br/>""Why are you two so gloomy?"" he asked them, giving Knox a pat on the back. ""You should be happy! Really...""<br/><br/>Knox forced a smile, but seemed rather pensive. Zach was just... Blank. Glassy. He was always like that. With a sigh, Timothy downed what was left in his glass and shrugged. ""Suit yourselves, then."" he poured himself another glass.<br/>""Anyway, we already know that the Red Charlatan is dead. That means good for us. We're second best now."" he told his associates, crossing his legs and leaning back into his chair. ""All we need now is to bring the Silver Queen down. But we already know that she's a little bit more than we should expect.""<br/><br/>Then, he got a strange little idea. ""Why don't we play a game of spy?"" he asked, looking to both Zach and Knox again. Though hesitant, they both nodded yes. By the next hour, Zach was disguised as a generic goon wearing a parka, and the two rich kids wearing average clothing. Timothy didn't like it, but it had to be done. No one had yet infiltrated the Silver Queen's group without being caught sooner or later. Surely he and his friends could get through it.<br/><br/>""Alright. Are you two ready?"""
982,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=175,2014-12-04T16:24:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22672902#p22672902"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine / Natalia Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Amazing?.. Wonderful?.. Those were a few of the many things Alice had not considered herself to be.. Yet Kyle said she was both amazing and wonderful. Noticing Kyle take the second last slice of pizza, she grabbed the other, leaving nothing on either platter. When asked about dessert, she shrugged. <br/><br/>""I guess. What're we having? I've heard about blueberry cheesecake. Is it really good?""</div></blockquote><br/>""I... don't know... I've never tasted blueberry Cheesecake."" Kyle replied, shrugging. ""I don't go out to places like this that often... Most of the time I either get fast food or I cook me and my brother something."" He paused for a moment, then nodded. ""Sorry, got side tracked, yeah blueberry cheesecake sounds nice.""<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>""Right... Thanks."" nodded Natalia, grateful. She was keeping out of sight of the other people as she backed out of the room, headed for the elevator which now lacked doors.</div></blockquote><br/>Helen looked at the elevator. ""Lets... just go up the stairs. I don't think that elevator is going to work."" Helen said. ""Though if you want to go in an elevator with no doors, suit yourself."" Helen said, heading for the stairs, now thinking.<span style=""font-style: italic"">That woman had power over metal... Sounds rather familiar... too familiar...</span>"
983,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=175,2014-12-04T18:36:00,Islamic Republic e Jariri,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22671275#p22671275"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Evans Siblings / Claudia Leistner / Gerard Royale, 2027</span></span></div><br/>""O-oh..."" Mia blushed. She remembered how that old creep had invaded her mind... And failed. As much as possible, she kept thoughts of him out of her head. They made her want to vomit. Being related to <span style=""font-style: italic"">that</span>? Mia carefully observed Damien, where the broken rib was, and she touched it. This gave her a view of the bone from the inside. It was crushed. Shattered. Pulling her hand away, she nodded to Damien, meaning to say that she knew what the damage was, and could fix it.<br/><br/>""This might... Hurt a little..."" she told him, smiling nervously. Without moving her hands, she carefully returned the broken rib in its right place, but she could do no more than that. The bones would have to heal up on their own. She answered Damien's question after completely piecing the bon back together, glancing back at Mitchell who was staring at his hands in disbelief.<br/>When she was speaking to him telepathically, he seemed to be taking note of everything that was happening, but apparently, that memory didn't cross over to his physical body, and now it was up to her and her brother to refresh his mind. <br/><br/>""Mitchell's.... Not sure how he got here. He can't really recognize us. But... He'll know you and Alfie, for sure. What happened to him, anyway?"" she asked, ""That's not the Alfie I met in Millersville.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>''Ouch!'' snapped Damien as he felt his broken rib reattach, repairing the physical damage Mosley had done. But he was more concerned about Mia, particularly the mental damage Mosley had inflicted upon her. The man had violated his own sister's granddaughter, and Damien still couldn't fully get around to the apparent fact that the Evans were related to Dr Mosley.<br/><br/>''I'll explain it all later,'' said Damien, walking towards the revived Mitchell, hoping to converse with him before suddenly-<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22671563#p22671563"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Islamic Republic e Jariri <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22669683#p22669683"">wrote</a>:</cite></div></blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/>''I've said it once and I'll say it again Jessica, you need to resume your normal life, what happened today was a miscalculation on my part. This isn't a joke you could have<span style=""font-style: italic"">died</span>involving yourself in this and I'm not going drag you into something you can't swim out of, so<span style=""font-style: italic"">please</span>after this go back to -''<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">What the hell am I doing... I'm only making it worse, the more I push her away the closer she gets. I can only assume she and Shiloh probably got to know each other during their time in the hospital and on their way here when Mia telepathically contacted them, now they've bore witness to exactly what kind of madness goes on in this city. Damn, none of this would have ever happened if I just picked someone else in that cafe that wasn't Shiloh, though technically its a good thing I did otherwise Mitchell would have spent the rest of his days in a vegetative state.<br/><br/>But what happens now... I still have more of the Washington Underworld to investigate. The Red King's downfall won't be enough to bring it all down, and Quicksilver's domain isn't the only one getting a bigger piece of the pie after his death. There are four, possibly five Kingpins in total and the Red King's death affects all of them. Quicksilver probably benefited the most and would probably be considered the new Red Queen of the Washington Underworld, and with every new equivalent of the Red King there's always going to be the second biggest rival, hungry to topple over the predator above them in the food chain... I'm going to find myself in deeper and much more murkier waters and there's no reason to involve anyone else in this... but how can I do this alone? I'm just one... kid. More importantly my healing ability seems to be getting fainter every time I'm injured, so basically my very life is on the line until I can figure out how to restore my full immortality.<br/><br/>And then there's Mosley, this one foe I just can't seem to vanquish no matter how many times I deal with him. Oddly enough this plan of his didn't involve me but the Evans, particularly Mia. But I did get involved and don't regret it, I wasn't going to just stand by and let Mitchell be used as a hostage for that mad man's scheme to use Mia as his tool to control the city. I can't believe if Quicksilver didn't get involved I might have failed this and become Mosley's proxy along with the rest of Washington. But of course we're still enemies, for more reasons than one and I'm going to continue my investigation of the Underworld.<br/><br/>Mia wants to know about Alfie, though its likely she ever knew the full truth about him in the first place. If I tell her too much I risk getting her involved and the last thing I need is her confronting Requiem. She may have grown in power I can't let her get involved in another one of my life's messes. Especially not when her brother just got revived. In fact its best if I leave now, let the situation fix itself. Mia and Matt catch up with their revived sibling, Jessica going back to her nursing job at the hospital, Quicksilver going back to being Queen of the Washington Underworld and likely my most dangerous enemy in the city and Shiloh going back to his lone wolf vigilantism. As for me, I'm a lone wolf too and that's probably for the best. Everything needs to go back to its natural order. I'm sorry Mitchell, as much as I'd like to meet you and refresh your memory I don't want to set off another chain of events that I can't control... I have to leave. Now.</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">''You do realize that you're just running away, don't you?''</span>came a familiar voice. An image of X11 flashed in front of him but he realized this was just a telepathic video chat.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">''Bad things happen to those to read my mind and travel in too far...''<br/><br/>''I'm different from the others, the same rules don't apply to me.''<br/><br/>''What are you talking about?''<br/><br/>''I've already left the building, I know that Mia Evans won't be happy to see me again at a time like this.''<br/><br/>''Well you did kidnap her comatose brother and hold him hostage which led to her becoming Mosley's personal world conquest machine.''<br/><br/>''I was only following orders. As you did back in your days as X10.''<br/><br/>''And you're supposed to be X11? My Sanctioned successor? The Order is gone.''<br/><br/>''You know that's a lie. Its remnants remain and they continue to influence parts of the world, including this city.''<br/><br/>''So are you going to tell me just exactly who you are?''<br/><br/>''I like to keep my secrets, just like you do,''</span>she smiled before vanishing.<br/><br/>His mind regained focus and was back in the real world. He turned looking back Mia, a blank face covering up his anxiety.<br/><br/>''I should go...'' he said turning around. ''The police will be here soon and I'd to avoid answering their questions if possible. And unless you want to tell them how Mosley tried to... you know, you should probably leave with your brothers as well.''"
984,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=175,2014-12-04T21:28:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Evans Siblings / Shiloh Haverfield / Claudia Leistner / Gerard Royale, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Seeing no more reason to hang around, Gerard gave a nod to Claudia, and she smiled back. The man in the white suit was gone in a second, but not within mist, as the Forgotten had left. He just... Phased out. Claudia inched closer to Damien, making sure that she had an eye on him. Gerard had telepathically asked her to watch Damien and alert him if and when he started coming after Alfie again. She noted quietly how this apparent friend of his used telekinesis to heal. That was usually hard. She must have some other power in use for her to know what to do with that bone.<br/><br/>The immortal then walked in the direction of the confused, looking man who was behind everybody else, his lower half wrapped in a towel or freaking curtain or something. Mitch started at Damien for a few moments, then rushed him, placing his hands on his shoulders just as he said he needed to leave.<br/><br/>""Damien!"" he looked frightened. ""What's going on?!? I can't... I can't find Mia... Can't find Matt... What happened to the Masked Man?"" he asked, looking over at Matt who looked a bit pissed. He still had Shiloh in his arms. If only he looked into a mirror and saw what he looked like now. Mia looked more disappointed than angry, getting up from her kneeling position. Mitch was in distress, and it was showing. It wasn't hot in the room, yet he was sweating and panting. And not only that, he was actually<span style=""font-style: italic"">crying</span>. Since he'd falled into that coma, his mind was left in a state where he continued to assume he was 13. Mia already knew this was a bad thing. She read Damien's mind too, while approaching. Her telepathy had grown more powerful as well, allowing her to reach into his mind at some point.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">We're all involved whether you like it or not, Damien. My brothers and I probably won't be joining you this time unless someone says otherwise, but some people will be.</span>she looked at Claudia, then at Shiloh in Matthew's arms, then at Jessica.<span style=""font-style: italic"">You can't do everything by yourself just because you're a damned grandpa in a kid's body. Look at you! You're f*cked! I've never seen you so f*cked before!</span>her expression turned sour.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Don't you see? You don't want anyone to get hurt, but there's a reason they're insisting on helping you. You've made friends, though inadvertently. That mindset of yours just won't do. Helping is something people decide to do. If they're willing to risk their lives to help, then that's their choice as well. I, for one, could see that as a good thing! People actually trust you enough despite everything that happened to them. Look at me! I nearly lost my brothers, but how do I treat you now?..</span>"
985,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=175,2014-12-04T21:51:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Islamic Republic e Jariri <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22679965#p22679965"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22671275#p22671275"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Evans Siblings / Claudia Leistner / Gerard Royale, 2027</span></span></div><br/>""O-oh..."" Mia blushed. She remembered how that old creep had invaded her mind... And failed. As much as possible, she kept thoughts of him out of her head. They made her want to vomit. Being related to <span style=""font-style: italic"">that</span>? Mia carefully observed Damien, where the broken rib was, and she touched it. This gave her a view of the bone from the inside. It was crushed. Shattered. Pulling her hand away, she nodded to Damien, meaning to say that she knew what the damage was, and could fix it.<br/><br/>""This might... Hurt a little..."" she told him, smiling nervously. Without moving her hands, she carefully returned the broken rib in its right place, but she could do no more than that. The bones would have to heal up on their own. She answered Damien's question after completely piecing the bon back together, glancing back at Mitchell who was staring at his hands in disbelief.<br/>When she was speaking to him telepathically, he seemed to be taking note of everything that was happening, but apparently, that memory didn't cross over to his physical body, and now it was up to her and her brother to refresh his mind. <br/><br/>""Mitchell's.... Not sure how he got here. He can't really recognize us. But... He'll know you and Alfie, for sure. What happened to him, anyway?"" she asked, ""That's not the Alfie I met in Millersville.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>''Ouch!'' snapped Damien as he felt his broken rib reattach, repairing the physical damage Mosley had done. But he was more concerned about Mia, particularly the mental damage Mosley had inflicted upon her. The man had violated his own sister's granddaughter, and Damien still couldn't fully get around to the apparent fact that the Evans were related to Dr Mosley.<br/><br/>''I'll explain it all later,'' said Damien, walking towards the revived Mitchell, hoping to converse with him before suddenly- <br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22671563#p22671563"">wrote</a>:</cite></div></blockquote><br/><br/>''I've said it once and I'll say it again Jessica, you need to resume your normal life, what happened today was a miscalculation on my part. This isn't a joke you could have <span style=""font-style: italic"">died</span> involving yourself in this and I'm not going drag you into something you can't swim out of, so <span style=""font-style: italic"">please</span> after this go back to -''''</div></blockquote><br/>""Dammit Damien, why do you keep insisting on pushing me away?"" She replied, before Damien seemed to be lost in thought. Jessica sighed exasperatedly, her desire to prove Damien wrong increasing. To prove everyone wrong. Besides, he needed help of some sort, despite his intelligence he couldn't do everything on his own.<br/><br/>""I'm coming with you."" She said, when Damien said he was leaving. ""You're hurt. And you're not invincible anymore, plus that spirit guy who tried to attack you and the Silver Queen might come after you."" She then awkwardly put her arm behind her. ""I also don't have change for the bus... so..."""
986,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=175,2014-12-05T00:39:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine / Natalia Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Alice's eyes widened in admiration. ""You know how to cook?"" she asked, amazed. She didn't know how, so perhaps Kyle could teach her when they had more time. Her mind still lingered on blueberry cheesecake, but according to what she learned from Natalia, having a guy who could cook was a plus. This was definitely going well. Alice hurriedly looked around for the waiter, and called him over with a gesture.<br/><br/>""Have you got blueberry cheesecake?"" she asked right as he approached. The man looked confused. Blueberry cheesecake at an Italian restaurant? He shook his head, then pointed to the little cafe across the street. Alice frowned, but realized what he was trying to say. She was frustrated, though surprisingly, she didn't react violently.<br/><br/>""Okay, thank you, then. For the food.""<br/><hr/><br/>Natalia stopped in her tracks. That's right. The elevator had no doors. Shrugging, she turned around on her heel and hurried after Helen. The people in the room earlier had now gathered and seemed to be discussing their next plans. Who were they, anyway? And why were there young children involved? Was this some kind of trafficking & mind control campaign? If so, that was unacceptable. Natalia turned back towards the room with a murderous look in her eyes.<br/><br/>""Child trafficking and Mind control are acts punishable by law."" she said seriously as a knife materialized in her right hand."
987,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=175,2014-12-05T01:20:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22683086#p22683086"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine / Natalia Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Alice's eyes widened in admiration. ""You know how to cook?"" she asked, amazed. She didn't know how, so perhaps Kyle could teach her when they had more time. Her mind still lingered on blueberry cheesecake, but according to what she learned from Natalia, having a guy who could cook was a plus. This was definitely going well. Alice hurriedly looked around for the waiter, and called him over with a gesture.<br/><br/>""Have you got blueberry cheesecake?"" she asked right as he approached. The man looked confused. Blueberry cheesecake at an Italian restaurant? He shook his head, then pointed to the little cafe across the street. Alice frowned, but realized what he was trying to say. She was frustrated, though surprisingly, she didn't react violently.<br/><br/>""Okay, thank you, then. For the food."" </div></blockquote><br/>""We can head there then before we go to the cinema."" Kyle said, nodding. He quickly turned his head to the waiter and asked for the bill. ""But anyway... yeah I do know how to cook, one of the few things my mom taught me..."" Kyle said whistfully, looking into the distance. He seemed oddly in thought after he said that.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22683086#p22683086"">wrote</a>:</cite>Natalia stopped in her tracks. That's right. The elevator had no doors. Shrugging, she turned around on her heel and hurried after Helen. The people in the room earlier had now gathered and seemed to be discussing their next plans. Who were they, anyway? And why were there young children involved? Was this some kind of trafficking &amp; mind control campaign? If so, that was unacceptable. Natalia turned back towards the room with a murderous look in her eyes.<br/><br/>""Child trafficking and Mind control are acts punishable by law."" she said seriously as a knife materialised in her right hand.</div></blockquote><br/>""It's over Natalia. Technically we're not even suppose to be here, it is private property after all."" Helen said, quickly picking up Doctor Hope before she moved. ""Whatever happened here is done. We need to get this doctor to a hospital."""
988,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=175,2014-12-05T05:33:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine / Natalia Verlaine / Cassidy Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>""That sounds ni---"" Alice froze, a strange flat beeping sound coming from her external transmitter. Her eyes literally went dark, and her hands froze. Streams of white smoke seeped from the undersides of her head, hissing. Then, she collapsed. Her head banged on the table quite loudly due to her weight.<br/><br/>At Helen's apartment, three men were on a laptop, tampering with Natalia's server computer. They had shut the first two synthetics down, and were on the way to neutralizing 002 and 004 as well. Cassidy Verlaine had been informed by Natalia of the location of their new HQ. She was 004, and was probably going to be the last on the shut-down list. She was just about to call out for Natalia when she heard male voice within the room ahead. Judging by the uniforms they wore, they were from the synthetics division's tech squad. She didn't like them. Sneaking in, she grabbed a lead pipe, something Natalia had left lying around before she and Helen left.<br/><hr/><br/>""But they're using tele---"" Natalia froze as well, minutes after Alice did, way back at Bellini's. She flumped onto the floor, dropping the knife. It pixellated and disappeared as Natalia began to smoke as well, under her head and on the panel on her back. Meanwhile, in the apartment, Cassidy chose her first target. The man with the laptop. He was an ass, being alone in the room while the two other guys were elswhere, looking through lady stuff... Such as underwear."
989,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=175,2014-12-05T12:36:00,Islamic Republic e Jariri,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22681836#p22681836"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Damien!"" he looked frightened. ""What's going on?!? I can't... I can't find Mia... Can't find Matt... What happened to the Masked Man?"" he asked, looking over at Matt who looked a bit pissed. He still had Shiloh in his arms. If only he looked into a mirror and saw what he looked like now. Mia looked more disappointed than angry, getting up from her kneeling position. Mitch was in distress, and it was showing. It wasn't hot in the room, yet he was sweating and panting. And not only that, he was actually <span style=""font-style: italic"">crying</span>. Since he'd falled into that coma, his mind was left in a state where he continued to assume he was 13. Mia already knew this was a bad thing. She read Damien's mind too, while approaching. Her telepathy had grown more powerful as well, allowing her to reach into his mind at some point.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>''Calm down Mitchell, everything's okay. The Masked Man is long gone and nothing but a bad dream. You've been asleep since your final battle with him seven years ago,'' said Damien, grabbing hold of the boy's shoulders to stop him from panicking further.<br/><br/>''Its been seven years, Mia and Matthew are right here behind you, they've simply aged a little. You're not in Millersville anymore either, we're in Washington.'' Since Damien didn't age it appeared that he was the only one Mitchell could still recognize.<br/><br/>''You were in a vegetative state but you've been revived by<span style=""font-style: italic"">him,''</span>he said pointing towards Shiloh. It appeared that their powers were similar enough to a level where it portions of it could be exchanged between them for healing purposes. It was also odd that he did somewhat also look like Mitchell, the younger adolescent version he met in Millersville.<br/><br/>''Mitchell, listen to me, are you okay?''<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div><span style=""font-style: italic"">We're all involved whether you like it or not, Damien. My brothers and I probably won't be joining you this time unless someone says otherwise, but some people will be. she looked at Claudia, then at Shiloh in Matthew's arms, then at Jessica. You can't do everything by yourself just because you're a damned grandpa in a kid's body. Look at you! You're f*cked! I've never seen you so f*cked before! her expression turned sour. Don't you see? You don't want anyone to get hurt, but there's a reason they're insisting on helping you. You've made friends, though inadvertently. That mindset of yours just won't do. Helping is something people decide to do. If they're willing to risk their lives to help, then that's their choice as well. I, for one, could see that as a good thing! People actually trust you enough despite everything that happened to them. Look at me! I nearly lost my brothers, but how do I treat you now?..</span></div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Definitely not the way I expected to be treated, which is somewhat of a relief. Don't get me wrong, I am grateful for what you've done but we'll have this conversation elsewhere, for now if you don't mind, please stop prying into thoughts as I'm trying to explain everything to your brother since I seem to be the only he can still recognize after seven years...</span><br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>""Dammit Damien, why do you keep insisting on pushing me away?"" She replied, before Damien seemed to be lost in thought. Jessica sighed exasperatedly, her desire to prove Damien wrong increasing. To prove everyone wrong. Besides, he needed help of some sort, despite his intelligence he couldn't do everything on his own. <br/><br/>""I'm coming with you."" She said, when Damien said he was leaving. ""You're hurt. And you're not invincible anymore, plus that spirit guy who tried to attack you and the Silver Queen might come after you."" She then awkwardly put her arm behind her. ""I also don't have change for the bus... so...""</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">I'm flattered, she thinks I used to be invincible. Well if that's the image she'd have of me then I'm fine with it...</span><br/><br/>''Yeah, neither do I, since I got involved in Mosley's telepathic conquest plan while still in my hospital clothes...'' he muttered quickly in Jessica's direction, completely ignoring her other statement on how he was pushing her away for her own safety.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">''You know, she does make a point. After all she's not an ordinary little girl and you're not an ordinary little boy either. And right now you need all the help you can get,''</span>came a familiar voice in his head. It was Cold Harbor Damien.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">''Last time I got 'help' I ended up sending this boy into a coma and made him lose seven years of his life!''<br/><br/>''Perhaps, although are you sure you're just refusing to admit weakness?''<br/><br/>''Weakness?''<br/><br/>''The fact that Jessica is stronger than you and a lot more durable than your normal human body.''<br/><br/>''I can take care of myself.''<br/><br/>''Yet you insist of taking care of Jessica.''<br/><br/>''I'm keeping her out of this to protect her!''<br/><br/>''Oh I'm sorry is that your 'conscious' speaking to you again? Wake up, brains won't be enough survive taking on the Washington Underworld. Plus you heard what she said, Quicksilver might try to find you again and this time it would be a thousand times worse than what happened in Wilson's apartment.''<br/><br/>''You want me to use Jessica?''<br/><br/>''Consider your options, refuse all help and die in the sewers of Washington's more literal underworld or take the help that' being offered to you and both take down the Washington Underworld and live happily ever after in the end.''<br/><br/>''Jessica could die.''<br/><br/>''You're a difficult person to kill regardless of your healing ability, and this girl has strength that you really need right now.''<br/><br/>''And if she dies?''<br/><br/>''Then she dies.''<br/><br/>''Then you obviously don't get the point do you?! I'm trying to stop her from getting hurt in the first place.''<br/><br/>''I believe a compromise is in order,'' came the Millersville Damien. <br/><br/>''You mean...''<br/><br/>''Correct. Do use Jessica, bring her close to the fire but don't let her touch it. She'll probably be too scared once she comes close enough anyway. You know you're on a dead end without any help.''<br/><br/>''Get her close to the fire but don't let it touch her... it would be like borrowing a textbook from a library to do your homework then returning it eventually in good condition. Besides, she can definitely take more hits than you can now.''<br/><br/>''But why does she want to get involved so badly?''<br/><br/>''Isn't it obvious? Friends help each other, that's what they're for.''<br/><br/>''And what about Mitchell?''<br/><br/>''Forget Mitchell,'' said Cold Harbor Damien. ''He's practically scared of his own shadow.''<br/><br/>''He's still a friend,'' said Millersville Damien. ''But its best that you don't get him involved in your investigation of the Underworld. The last thing you need is to repeat the Masked Man incident, only this time there will be less masks and more sharp silver knives that bring him on the verge of death again.''</span><br/><br/>Damien's mind zoned back in, and reminded himself of the situation around him. He was still gripping Mitchell by the shoulders, trying to get him to calm while he had just explained to him what had happened. Though he probably still had a lot more explaining to do. There was Mia, who urged him to me more open but called him a grandpa in a kid's body, a comparison that did make him somewhat physically sick. He hated thinking about it like that...<br/><br/>And then there was Jessica, adamant about helping. His inner voices told him to accept her aid, for he would need it. Perhaps they were right, perhaps logically speaking enlisting Jessica's help was indeed the smart thing to do...<br/><br/>''Yeah... sure..'' he said briefly turning back at Jessica, though didn't specify exactly what he just agreed with her."
990,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=175,2014-12-05T13:06:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Evans Sibligs / Shiloh Haverfield / Claudia Leistner, 2027</span></span></div><br/>""Wh-what?"" Mitchell blinked. It took a moment for him to absorb what he had just heard. Seven years since he faced the Masked Man and probably lost, seeing as he had been in a ""vegetative state"" for so long. He couldn't believe that those two really grown-up grown-ups were his brother and sister. They looked so very different. With a gulp, he looked at the unconscious boy that the apparent Matthew was carrying. Now this was something he could believe. Mitch could feel the heat coming from the boy. It was similar to his own heat. Fierce against the enemy, steady for its friends.<br/><br/>""I... Seven years?"" he repeated, shaking his head in disbelief. ""This is... You're just a dream, right?.. This can't be... No...""<br/><br/>""It is, Mitch."" said Matthew, moving closer. All his romping along shook Shiloh enough to wake him up. The boy shuffled, struggled a bit, then moaned softly. Matthew set him down on his feet carefully. And the first thing Mitchell did, surprisingly, despite his pretty much broken brain, was to kneel down in front of Shiloh, and smile.<br/><br/>""Thank you."" he said, ""Thank you, so much.""<br/><br/>For some reason, Shiloh seemed to understand, and appeared to have some kind of connection. The others would feel warmth as Mitchell held his hand out for Shiloh to shake it. The surrounding area quickly heated up as their hands connected. After that, Mitchell sighed. He felt the rest of his now much larger body, struggling to accept the truth. Tears formed up in his eyes as he realized how much he missed his brother and sister. Crying shamelessly, he jumped up and hugged Matt. Then, he released his brother and yanked Mia into a larger hug. Matt couldn't help but cry as well, and Claudia felt her eyes misting as she watched the little reunion.<br/><br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nP-AAlZlCkM"" rel=""nofollow"">This song totally fits the mood, thought the lyrics don't... :')</a><br/><br/>Mia had ignored what Damien had said to her, telepathically, weeping tears of joy with finally seeing her younger brother awake after 7 years. Now all he had to do was catch up. They needed to make time to help Mitchell get used to life again. They would do things they'd always wanted to do together after Millersville.<br/><br/>""I love you, Mia. I love you, Matthew..."" blubbered Mitchell, burying his chest into Matthew's shoulder.<br/><br/>""Aww.. We love you too, bro..."""
991,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=175,2014-12-05T17:48:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Islamic Republic e Jariri <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22686968#p22686968"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22681836#p22681836"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Damien!"" he looked frightened. ""What's going on?!? I can't... I can't find Mia... Can't find Matt... What happened to the Masked Man?"" he asked, looking over at Matt who looked a bit pissed. He still had Shiloh in his arms. If only he looked into a mirror and saw what he looked like now. Mia looked more disappointed than angry, getting up from her kneeling position. Mitch was in distress, and it was showing. It wasn't hot in the room, yet he was sweating and panting. And not only that, he was actually <span style=""font-style: italic"">crying</span>. Since he'd falled into that coma, his mind was left in a state where he continued to assume he was 13. Mia already knew this was a bad thing. She read Damien's mind too, while approaching. Her telepathy had grown more powerful as well, allowing her to reach into his mind at some point.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>''Calm down Mitchell, everything's okay. The Masked Man is long gone and nothing but a bad dream. You've been asleep since your final battle with him seven years ago,'' said Damien, grabbing hold of the boy's shoulders to stop him from panicking further. <br/><br/>''Its been seven years, Mia and Matthew are right here behind you, they've simply aged a little. You're not in Millersville anymore either, we're in Washington.'' Since Damien didn't age it appeared that he was the only one Mitchell could still recognize.<br/><br/>''You were in a vegetative state but you've been revived by <span style=""font-style: italic"">him,''</span> he said pointing towards Shiloh. It appeared that their powers were similar enough to a level where it portions of it could be exchanged between them for healing purposes. It was also odd that he did somewhat also look like Mitchell, the younger adolescent version he met in Millersville.<br/><br/>''Mitchell, listen to me, are you okay?''<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div><span style=""font-style: italic"">We're all involved whether you like it or not, Damien. My brothers and I probably won't be joining you this time unless someone says otherwise, but some people will be. she looked at Claudia, then at Shiloh in Matthew's arms, then at Jessica. You can't do everything by yourself just because you're a damned grandpa in a kid's body. Look at you! You're f*cked! I've never seen you so f*cked before! her expression turned sour. Don't you see? You don't want anyone to get hurt, but there's a reason they're insisting on helping you. You've made friends, though inadvertently. That mindset of yours just won't do. Helping is something people decide to do. If they're willing to risk their lives to help, then that's their choice as well. I, for one, could see that as a good thing! People actually trust you enough despite everything that happened to them. Look at me! I nearly lost my brothers, but how do I treat you now?..</span></div></blockquote> <br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Definitely not the way I expected to be treated, which is somewhat of a relief. Don't get me wrong, I am grateful for what you've done but we'll have this conversation elsewhere, for now if you don't mind, please stop prying into thoughts as I'm trying to explain everything to your brother since I seem to be the only he can still recognize after seven years...</span><br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>""Dammit Damien, why do you keep insisting on pushing me away?"" She replied, before Damien seemed to be lost in thought. Jessica sighed exasperatedly, her desire to prove Damien wrong increasing. To prove everyone wrong. Besides, he needed help of some sort, despite his intelligence he couldn't do everything on his own. <br/><br/>""I'm coming with you."" She said, when Damien said he was leaving. ""You're hurt. And you're not invincible anymore, plus that spirit guy who tried to attack you and the Silver Queen might come after you."" She then awkwardly put her arm behind her. ""I also don't have change for the bus... so...""</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">I'm flattered, she thinks I used to be invincible. Well if that's the image she'd have of me then I'm fine with it...</span><br/><br/>''Yeah, neither do I, since I got involved in Mosley's telepathic conquest plan while still in my hospital clothes...'' he muttered quickly in Jessica's direction, completely ignoring her other statement on how he was pushing her away for her own safety.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">''You know, she does make a point. After all she's not an ordinary little girl and you're not an ordinary little boy either. And right now you need all the help you can get,''</span> came a familiar voice in his head. It was Cold Harbor Damien.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">''Last time I got 'help' I ended up sending this boy into a coma and made him lose seven years of his life!''<br/><br/>''Perhaps, although are you sure you're just refusing to admit weakness?''<br/><br/>''Weakness?''<br/><br/>''The fact that Jessica is stronger than you and a lot more durable than your normal human body.''<br/><br/>''I can take care of myself.''<br/><br/>''Yet you insist of taking care of Jessica.''<br/><br/>''I'm keeping her out of this to protect her!''<br/><br/>''Oh I'm sorry is that your 'conscious' speaking to you again? Wake up, brains won't be enough survive taking on the Washington Underworld. Plus you heard what she said, Quicksilver might try to find you again and this time it would be a thousand times worse than what happened in Wilson's apartment.''<br/><br/>''You want me to use Jessica?''<br/><br/>''Consider your options, refuse all help and die in the sewers of Washington's more literal underworld or take the help that' being offered to you and both take down the Washington Underworld and live happily ever after in the end.''<br/><br/>''Jessica could die.''<br/><br/>''You're a difficult person to kill regardless of your healing ability, and this girl has strength that you really need right now.''<br/><br/>''And if she dies?''<br/><br/>''Then she dies.''<br/><br/>''Then you obviously don't get the point do you?! I'm trying to stop her from getting hurt in the first place.''<br/><br/>''I believe a compromise is in order,'' came the Millersville Damien. <br/><br/>''You mean...''<br/><br/>''Correct. Do use Jessica, bring her close to the fire but don't let her touch it. She'll probably be too scared once she comes close enough anyway. You know you're on a dead end without any help.''<br/><br/>''Get her close to the fire but don't let it touch her... it would be like borrowing a textbook from a library to do your homework then returning it eventually in good condition. Besides, she can definitely take more hits than you can now.''<br/><br/>''But why does she want to get involved so badly?''<br/><br/>''Isn't it obvious? Friends help each other, that's what they're for.''<br/><br/>''And what about Mitchell?''<br/><br/>''Forget Mitchell,'' said Cold Harbor Damien. ''He's practically scared of his own shadow.''<br/><br/>''He's still a friend,'' said Millersville Damien. ''But its best that you don't get him involved in your investigation of the Underworld. The last thing you need is to repeat the Masked Man incident, only this time there will be less masks and more sharp silver knives that bring him on the verge of death again.''</span><br/><br/>Damien's mind zoned back in, and reminded himself of the situation around him. He was still gripping Mitchell by the shoulders, trying to get him to calm while he had just explained to him what had happened. Though he probably still had a lot more explaining to do. There was Mia, who urged him to me more open but called him a grandpa in a kid's body, a comparison that did make him somewhat physically sick. He hated thinking about it like that...<br/><br/>And then there was Jessica, adamant about helping. His inner voices told him to accept her aid, for he would need it. Perhaps they were right, perhaps logically speaking enlisting Jessica's help was indeed the smart thing to do...<br/><br/>''Yeah... sure..'' he said briefly turning back at Jessica, though didn't specify exactly what he just agreed with her.</div></blockquote><br/>""Your not goi-"" Jessica was taken a little aback. ""Huh?"" She honestly didn't expect Damien to agree with her so fast, that she was going to have to argue with him over this. ""Well... I suppose... We'll have to walk..."" She said, then remembered something. ""Or we could ask your friend with the fedora and trenchcoat if he could give us all a lift, he drove Shiloh and I here for free...""<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22684025#p22684025"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine / Natalia Verlaine / Cassidy Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>""That sounds ni---"" Alice froze, a strange flat beeping sound coming from her external transmitter. Her eyes literally went dark, and her hands froze. Streams of white smoke seeped from the undersides of her head, hissing. Then, she collapsed. Her head banged on the table quite loudly due to her weight. <br/><br/>At Helen's apartment, three men were on a laptop, tampering with Natalia's server computer. They had shut the first two synthetics down, and were on the way to neutralizing 002 and 004 as well. Cassidy Verlaine had been informed by Natalia of the location of their new HQ. She was 004, and was probably going to be the last on the shut-down list. She was just about to call out for Natalia when she heard male voice within the room ahead. Judging by the uniforms they wore, they were from the synthetics division's tech squad. She didn't like them. Sneaking in, she grabbed a lead pipe, something Natalia had left lying around before she and Helen left. </div></blockquote><br/>""Alice?"" Kyle said, before his eyes widened. He rushed over to her, sliding under her body before it could slump to the floor from the table. ""Alice!"" He repeated, concern in his voice. He quickly put down enough money for the meal and heaved Alice up.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Find Natalia, she must know something about Alice's systems</span>He was about to leave, when he collapsed from the Synthetics weight. ""Ow..."" He muttered, then quickly used air to support Alice as he carried her, floating with her in his arms.<br/><br/>""Don't worry... I'l get you help."" he said softly, taking off. Now flying in the air, over to Helens apartment. There was now a look of determination on his face.<br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>""But they're using tele---"" Natalia froze as well, minutes after Alice did, way back at Bellini's. She flumped onto the floor, dropping the knife. It pixellated and disappeared as Natalia began to smoke as well, under her head and on the panel on her back. Meanwhile, in the apartment, Cassidy chose her first target. The man with the laptop. He was an ass, being alone in the room while the two other guys were elswhere, looking through lady stuff... Such as underwear.</div></blockquote><br/>""Oh no..."" Helen said, Quickly using a bed of water turned to ice from Mitchells tank to support her. Dire wolf stood in thought for a second. ""Maybe Alice knows something..."" Unlikely, seeing as Natalia was the more technical of the sisters... but it was her only chance at the moment. She quickly moved up the stairs, ice bed floating next to her with Natalia on top."
992,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=175,2014-12-05T18:45:00,Islamic Republic e Jariri,"<blockquote class=""uncited""><div>""I love you, Mia. I love you, Matthew..."" blubbered Mitchell, burying his chest into Matthew's shoulder.<br/><br/>""Aww.. We love you too, bro...""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>This should have been a heartwarming scene, after seven years Mitchell finally awoke and was reunited with his siblings, all thanks to Shiloh. The unlikely combination of carrot cakes and a drunken truck driver had intertwined to bring happiness to the Evans family after the tragedy of Millersville 2020. But then why did he feel... weary? This whole family reunion scene seemed to raise his level of stress. He was just almost never good at these sort of moments. So much had already happened to him in Washington which seemed to be eerily tied to his past, considering how many associates he had met here whom he hadn't seen in years.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">The love of a close knit family, they'd do anything for each other and right now their partially dead world has been brought back to life. So much joy and happiness clouding their minds, this is quite an intense emotional moment. I'm happy to see Mitchell awake and moving again but now's the time I should leave, I've done them enough harm. Besides he needs to catch up with his siblings over the seven years of his life he's missed. It going to take a while for him to be an his 110% again. I wonder how it will go for him, having the body of a 20 year old young adult but retaining the memories of his 13 year old self. He probably won't be the mature one of the twins anymore...</span><br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>""Your not goi-"" Jessica was taken a little aback. ""Huh?"" She honestly didn't expect Damien to agree with her so fast, that she was going to have to argue with him over this. ""Well... I suppose... We'll have to walk..."" She said, then remembered something. ""Or we could ask your friend with the fedora and trenchcoat if he could give us all a lift, he drove Shiloh and I here for free..."" </div></blockquote><br/><br/>''A man in a fedora and trench coat? Who? Do you know him?'' he asked Jessica, with a look of suspicion in his eyes before turning to face Shiloh. ''He just drove you two here?''"
993,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=175,2014-12-05T18:59:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Islamic Republic e Jariri <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22690325#p22690325"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>""I love you, Mia. I love you, Matthew..."" blubbered Mitchell, burying his chest into Matthew's shoulder.<br/><br/>""Aww.. We love you too, bro...""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>This should have been a heartwarming scene, after seven years Mitchell finally awoke and was reunited with his siblings, all thanks to Shiloh. The unlikely combination of carrot cakes and a drunken truck driver had intertwined to bring happiness to the Evans family after the tragedy of Millersville 2020. But then why did he feel... weary? This whole family reunion scene seemed to raise his level of stress. He was just almost never good at these sort of moments. So much had already happened to him in Washington which seemed to be eerily tied to his past, considering how many associates he had met here whom he hadn't seen in years.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">The love of a close knit family, they'd do anything for each other and right now their partially dead world has been brought back to life. So much joy and happiness clouding their minds, this is quite an intense emotional moment. I'm happy to see Mitchell awake and moving again but now's the time I should leave, I've done them enough harm. Besides he needs to catch up with his siblings over the seven years of his life he's missed. It going to take a while for him to be an his 110% again. I wonder how it will go for him, having the body of a 20 year old young adult but retaining the memories of his 13 year old self. He probably won't be the mature one of the twins anymore...</span><br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>""Your not goi-"" Jessica was taken a little aback. ""Huh?"" She honestly didn't expect Damien to agree with her so fast, that she was going to have to argue with him over this. ""Well... I suppose... We'll have to walk..."" She said, then remembered something. ""Or we could ask your friend with the fedora and trenchcoat if he could give us all a lift, he drove Shiloh and I here for free..."" </div></blockquote><br/><br/>''A man in a fedora and trench coat? Who? Do you know him?'' he asked Jessica, with a look of suspicion in his eyes before turning to face Shiloh. ''He just drove you two here?''</div></blockquote><br/>Jessica shook her head. ""No idea who he was... Weirdo was like some living sillouette..."" She replied, ""As for driving us here, he kinda did, he said something about giving you a message..."" Jessica quickly searched through her pockets, taking out a piece of paper and handing it to Damien. ""He pretended to be a taxi driver or something. Though I'm not sure if he's still around..."" She sighed. ""I suppose we're just going to have to walk."""
994,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=175,2014-12-05T19:53:00,Islamic Republic e Jariri,"<blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22690479#p22690479"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Islamic Republic e Jariri <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22690325#p22690325"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>This should have been a heartwarming scene, after seven years Mitchell finally awoke and was reunited with his siblings, all thanks to Shiloh. The unlikely combination of carrot cakes and a drunken truck driver had intertwined to bring happiness to the Evans family after the tragedy of Millersville 2020. But then why did he feel... weary? This whole family reunion scene seemed to raise his level of stress. He was just almost never good at these sort of moments. So much had already happened to him in Washington which seemed to be eerily tied to his past, considering how many associates he had met here whom he hadn't seen in years.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">The love of a close knit family, they'd do anything for each other and right now their partially dead world has been brought back to life. So much joy and happiness clouding their minds, this is quite an intense emotional moment. I'm happy to see Mitchell awake and moving again but now's the time I should leave, I've done them enough harm. Besides he needs to catch up with his siblings over the seven years of his life he's missed. It going to take a while for him to be an his 110% again. I wonder how it will go for him, having the body of a 20 year old young adult but retaining the memories of his 13 year old self. He probably won't be the mature one of the twins anymore...</span><br/><br/><br/><br/>''A man in a fedora and trench coat? Who? Do you know him?'' he asked Jessica, with a look of suspicion in his eyes before turning to face Shiloh. ''He just drove you two here?''</div></blockquote><br/>Jessica shook her head. ""No idea who he was... Weirdo was like some living sillouette..."" She replied, ""As for driving us here, he kinda did, he said something about giving you a message..."" Jessica quickly searched through her pockets, taking out a piece of paper and handing it to Damien. ""He pretended to be a taxi driver or something. Though I'm not sure if he's still around..."" She sighed. ""I suppose we're just going to have to walk.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Damien raised up both his eyebrows and couldn't help his jaw from dropping before he openly gasped out: Did you say...<span style=""font-style: italic"">living silhouette</span>?'' Immediately he snatched the paper and hurriedly unfolded it. Could it be, after nine years a memory from Cold Harbor had found him? Was it really him? His memory began to fill in...<br/><br/>It was in Cold Harbor, during its more chaotic stages back in 2018, there was him, with Neasa aka Soundwave and there was also Salvia's persona of Sal Clementine. Cloak was also there, they had barricaded themselves inside an apartment to escape from the violence ensuing across the streets. It was practically a civil war going on there. He had later heard the city's police chief Ron Bakers had perished fighting against members of the Path during that messy October Uprising. That was the last time he had seen Cloak in that city and he didn't exactly remember the two saying goodbye either.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Cloak... he's here? Strangely enough for the first time since I arrived in this city I actually feel rather happy to be made aware of a past associate's presence here. By now Jessica already figured out that we know each other, but do I let her in and tell her about my history in the Sanctioned? Probably keep it on low profile for now, its exactly regarded a holding s medal of honor in the post-Order era... oh man, if Cloak is involved somehow with the Washington Underworld I desperately hope he's on the investigative side. If so, I could use his help in cracking down against the kingpins of this city, but if so could he be of any help against the likes of Quicksilver? Regardless if there's one person I know who can take care of themselves, its Cloak.</span><br/><br/>''Thanks...'' he said reading as he read the contents of the message. ''I assume you've already read it yourself,'' he asked, pointing his eyes back at Jessica's direction.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Watch out for signs of lying... irregular blinking patterns, movement of shoulders, sentence pacing... its important whether or not I know if she's read this. I may give her chance at looking into my world, but there's only so much I'm willing to reveal in one go.</span>"
995,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=175,2014-12-05T20:28:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Islamic Republic e Jariri <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22691077#p22691077"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22690479#p22690479"">wrote</a>:</cite>Jessica shook her head. ""No idea who he was... Weirdo was like some living sillouette..."" She replied, ""As for driving us here, he kinda did, he said something about giving you a message..."" Jessica quickly searched through her pockets, taking out a piece of paper and handing it to Damien. ""He pretended to be a taxi driver or something. Though I'm not sure if he's still around..."" She sighed. ""I suppose we're just going to have to walk.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Damien raised up both his eyebrows and couldn't help his jaw from dropping before he openly gasped out: Did you say... <span style=""font-style: italic"">living silhouette</span>?'' Immediately he snatched the paper and hurriedly unfolded it. Could it be, after nine years a memory from Cold Harbor had found him? Was it really him? His memory began to fill in...<br/><br/>It was in Cold Harbor, during its more chaotic stages back in 2018, there was him, with Neasa aka Soundwave and there was also Salvia's persona of Sal Clementine. Cloak was also there, they had barricaded themselves inside an apartment to escape from the violence ensuing across the streets. It was practically a civil war going on there. He had later heard the city's police chief Ron Bakers had perished fighting against members of the Path during that messy October Uprising. That was the last time he had seen Cloak in that city and he didn't exactly remember the two saying goodbye either.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Cloak... he's here? Strangely enough for the first time since I arrived in this city I actually feel rather happy to be made aware of a past associate's presence here. By now Jessica already figured out that we know each other, but do I let her in and tell her about my history in the Sanctioned? Probably keep it on low profile for now, its exactly regarded a holding s medal of honor in the post-Order era... oh man, if Cloak is involved somehow with the Washington Underworld I desperately hope he's on the investigative side. If so, I could use his help in cracking down against the kingpins of this city, but if so could he be of any help against the likes of Quicksilver? Regardless if there's one person I know who can take care of themselves, its Cloak.</span> <br/><br/>''Thanks...'' he said reading as he read the contents of the message. ''I assume you've already read it yourself,'' he asked, pointing his eyes back at Jessica's direction. <br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Watch out for signs of lying... irregular blinking patterns, movement of shoulders, sentence pacing... its important whether or not I know if she's read this. I may give her chance at looking into my world, but there's only so much I'm willing to reveal in one go.</span></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Sommerfield, you likely know about the strange increase of ex sanctioned in Washington, and their new clashing and varying motives. Likely you have already encountered some during your investigation. You may think me paranoid, but I do believe someone is hunting us down, or at least one of us, I am as of yet unsure of the details. I cannot say anymore, as this note may fall into the wrong hands, but suffice to say that I thought it fair to warn you. If you need anything else, you'll know how to find me.</blockquote><br/><br/>""No."" Jessica said simply and honestly. The thought had not even come across her mind to read it, but now she was curious. She walked towards Damien, not even trying to disguise her attempt to look at the paper. ""Why, what does it say?"""
996,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=175,2014-12-05T20:57:00,Islamic Republic e Jariri,"<blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22691387#p22691387"">wrote</a>:</cite>""No."" Jessica said simply and honestly. The thought had not even come across her mind to read it, but now she was curious. She walked towards Damien, not even trying to disguise her attempt to look at the paper. ""Why, what does it say?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>''Something personal,'' he said, instantly crumpling up the paper before Jessica could get a chance to read it.<br/>''<span style=""font-style: italic"">Very</span>personal...''<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Dammit... he couldn't mean... and with me now more vulnerable... I'll have to meet up with Cloak soon... this happens just when things were finally starting to look up...</span><br/><br/>''We should vacate from this building as soon as possible,'' said turning back towards the Evans. ''Preferably<span style=""font-style: italic"">now</span>.''<br/><br/>Turning back to Jessica while stuffing the crumpled paper into his pocket he said: ''I guess we'll be walking then.''"
997,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=175,2014-12-06T13:55:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine / Natalia Verlaine / Cassidy Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Cassidy smirked as she crept behind the kitchen counter in Helen's apartment. The men in the living room sounded excited. They were almost finished with 001, or Natalia. Emerging from her cover, Cassidy whistled at the men and immediately swung her pipe at the first man who noticed her. Due to the force and speed at which the pipe was waved at him, the officer's neck bent to the left irregularly and a portion of his jaw went flying off. The two men, both untrained technicians, now looked frightened. One of them quickly pulled a gun and fired all eight shots at the young girl. 5 missed, and 3 ricocheted off her armor.<br/><br/>""Trespassing. Damaging government property. Armed Assault. All are offenses punishable by the law."" grinned Cassidy as she approached. The man with the laptop made for the door, but halfway there, he collapsed. Cassidy had created a sawn-off shotgun, killing him on the spot. She then turned to the armed techinician and shot his head off. While doing all this, a calm expression stayed on her face. After dispatching her targets, Cassidy grabbed the laptop, rigged it to Natalia's main server and rebooted both her sisters' programs. Though upon their reactivation, Cassidy noticed that they were moving even when they were immobilized. She wondered.<br/><br/>""How is this possible?""<br/><br/>Seemingly snoozing in Kyle's arms, Alice began to make a strange beeping sound again, and the light returned to her eyes. But for a few minutes, she was completely unresponsive. Once she regained her data, she looked up and smiled at Kyle.<br/>""Hello, Kyle West."" she said sweetly, then looked around. ""What's happening? Is this part of our date? How nice... But I thought--"" she froze, then looked over at the apartment. ""Cassidy?""<br/><hr/><br/>Natalia went through the same start-up procedure as Alice and sat up on the ice bed on which she was being carried. After realizing what had happened, she said out loud, ""Cassidy!"" Natalia checked her transmitter. ""It's Cassidy! We have to get to the apartment, now!""<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Evans Siblings / Shiloh Haverfield / Claudia Leistner, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Shiloh frowned at Damien and crossed his arms over his chest, looking rather sleepy. Maybe drunk.<br/>""Well, then you should go first. I'm coming with you."" he said lazily. Claudia giggled discreetly at the boy's slurred words.<br/>She would follow as well, on Sir Gerard's orders.<br/><br/>With Mitchell now aware of his situation, he released his siblings and nodded to Damien. Mia supported him and went on to find them an exit. Matthew bumped Shiloh's fist before heading towards the stairs, gesturing for the other people in the room to follow."
998,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=175,2014-12-06T15:59:00,Islamic Republic e Jariri,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22698605#p22698605"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine / Natalia Verlaine / Cassidy Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Cassidy smirked as she crept behind the kitchen counter in Helen's apartment. The men in the living room sounded excited. They were almost finished with 001, or Natalia. Emerging from her cover, Cassidy whistled at the men and immediately swung her pipe at the first man who noticed her. Due to the force and speed at which the pipe was waved at him, the officer's neck bent to the left irregularly and a portion of his jaw went flying off. The two men, both untrained technicians, now looked frightened. One of them quickly pulled a gun and fired all eight shots at the young girl. 5 missed, and 3 ricocheted off her armor. <br/><br/>""Trespassing. Damaging government property. Armed Assault. All are offenses punishable by the law."" grinned Cassidy as she approached. The man with the laptop made for the door, but halfway there, he collapsed. Cassidy had created a sawn-off shotgun, killing him on the spot. She then turned to the armed techinician and shot his head off. While doing all this, a calm expression stayed on her face. After dispatching her targets, Cassidy grabbed the laptop, rigged it to Natalia's main server and rebooted both her sisters' programs. Though upon their reactivation, Cassidy noticed that they were moving even when they were immobilized. She wondered. <br/><br/>""How is this possible?""<br/><br/>Seemingly snoozing in Kyle's arms, Alice began to make a strange beeping sound again, and the light returned to her eyes. But for a few minutes, she was completely unresponsive. Once she regained her data, she looked up and smiled at Kyle.<br/>""Hello, Kyle West."" she said sweetly, then looked around. ""What's happening? Is this part of our date? How nice... But I thought--"" she froze, then looked over at the apartment. ""Cassidy?""<br/><hr/><br/>Natalia went through the same start-up procedure as Alice and sat up on the ice bed on which she was being carried. After realizing what had happened, she said out loud, ""Cassidy!"" Natalia checked her transmitter. ""It's Cassidy! We have to get to the apartment, now!"" <br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Evans Siblings / Shiloh Haverfield / Claudia Leistner, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Shiloh frowned at Damien and crossed his arms over his chest, looking rather sleepy. Maybe drunk. <br/>""Well, then you should go first. I'm coming with you."" he said lazily. Claudia giggled discreetly at the boy's slurred words.<br/>She would follow as well, on Sir Gerard's orders.<br/><br/>With Mitchell now aware of his situation, he released his siblings and nodded to Damien. Mia supported him and went on to find them an exit. Matthew bumped Shiloh's fist before heading towards the stairs, gesturing for the other people in the room to follow.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>''I suppose we should all walk out together for now then,'' said Damien before shrugging his shoulders.<br/><br/>Times like this he wished he was suited up and carrying his wallet with him to pay for a bus or taxi instead of wearing these hospital clothes. The next thing for him to do would be to return to his accommodation halls and probably attend another day at school just to ward off suspicion, before going to continue his investigation and possibly meet Cloak again at some point.<br/><br/>As he walked along his mind suddenly snapped at another thought and he froze in place before turning to face Claudia:<br/><br/>''I'm sorry, in the light of everything that just happened now,<span style=""font-style: italic"">who</span>are you?'' he asked, his tone clearly both distrustful and suspicious. She had after all been working for Requiem whom she called her cousin. Was she Alphie's cousin? And why was she helping Requiem?<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Gerard didn't warn me about her... this girl sort of just floated in the background of all the madness that just happened in here and I hardly even noticed her. She did apologize but still... who is she?</span>"
999,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=175,2014-12-06T17:46:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22698605#p22698605"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine / Natalia Verlaine / Cassidy Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Cassidy smirked as she crept behind the kitchen counter in Helen's apartment. The men in the living room sounded excited. They were almost finished with 001, or Natalia. Emerging from her cover, Cassidy whistled at the men and immediately swung her pipe at the first man who noticed her. Due to the force and speed at which the pipe was waved at him, the officer's neck bent to the left irregularly and a portion of his jaw went flying off. The two men, both untrained technicians, now looked frightened. One of them quickly pulled a gun and fired all eight shots at the young girl. 5 missed, and 3 ricocheted off her armor. <br/><br/>""Trespassing. Damaging government property. Armed Assault. All are offenses punishable by the law."" grinned Cassidy as she approached. The man with the laptop made for the door, but halfway there, he collapsed. Cassidy had created a sawn-off shotgun, killing him on the spot. She then turned to the armed techinician and shot his head off. While doing all this, a calm expression stayed on her face. After dispatching her targets, Cassidy grabbed the laptop, rigged it to Natalia's main server and rebooted both her sisters' programs. Though upon their reactivation, Cassidy noticed that they were moving even when they were immobilized. She wondered. <br/><br/>""How is this possible?""<br/><br/>Seemingly snoozing in Kyle's arms, Alice began to make a strange beeping sound again, and the light returned to her eyes. But for a few minutes, she was completely unresponsive. Once she regained her data, she looked up and smiled at Kyle.<br/>""Hello, Kyle West."" she said sweetly, then looked around. ""What's happening? Is this part of our date? How nice... But I thought--"" she froze, then looked over at the apartment. ""Cassidy?""</div></blockquote><br/>Kyle saw Alice awake, a relieved smile on his face. He floated downwards, placing Alice on the ground standing up gently. ""Alice. You're okay..."" He said to her, sighing. ""You... went offline for a few minutes. I headed back to the apartment. And... who's Cassidy?"" He asked confused, holding her hand as he made his was to the apartment. He wanted to know what was going on, if something was wrong with Alice. He couldn't bear to see her hurt now.<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>Natalia went through the same start-up procedure as Alice and sat up on the ice bed on which she was being carried. After realizing what had happened, she said out loud, ""Cassidy!"" Natalia checked her transmitter. ""It's Cassidy! We have to get to the apartment, now!"" </div></blockquote><br/>""That was the idea."" Helen said, opening the car door once they got to the outside of the building. Then the helmeted woman turned and gave the synthetic her hand to try and help Natalia up.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Jessica</span><br/>Meanwhile, Jessica followed Damien and the others, still trying to piece together what had happened. She had noticed how Mia had gone all crazy with some guy named Mosley controlling her mind or something. She supposed it wasn't important now, whatever it was it seemed to be over now."
1000,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=175,2014-12-06T23:33:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Evans Siblings / Shiloh Haverfield / Claudia Leistner, 2027</span></span></div><br/>""Yeah... We should."" Mia agreed, wiping at her eyes with her sleeves. ""Let's just get out and forget all of this...""<br/><br/>The twins hugged one last time, laughing instead of crying, then faced Mia. She gave them a nod, and they walked ahead of everyone else, eager to leave this place to start over. They had missed out on so much, and now they had everything they wanted back. They deserved it. Shiloh smiled after them as he walked. He huffed happily to himself, proud and happy that he was able to help make someone smile. Just to make sure that Damien didn't slip away while he wasn't looking, the sun-boy stood behind, watching and listening closely.<br/><br/>""A-Ah.."" Claudia bowed again, and so did her puppets. ""I am Claudia Leistner. A descendant of the family Heinkel. Cousin to Alfred Royale. I hear from Sir Gerard that you are his brother?.. But you do not look anything like him.""<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine / Natalia Verlaine / Cassidy Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Alice looked confused. She had gone offline? But for what reason? Checking herself for any other damage, she faced the apartment and shrugged. ""Cassidy is my youngest sister. 004."" she simply said to Kyle, gesturing for him to follow. She hurried up to the apartment entrance, and upon opening it, found Cassidy. She had a smug look on her face that said 'victory'. She dropped her lead pipe and wiped her bloody forehead.<br/><br/>""Hey, sis!"" she hugged Alice, giggling. ""I put those dunderheads down. How ya feelin'?""<br/><br/>""I'm fine. I'm just fine. Thanks, Cass."" replied Alice, hugging her sister back.<br/><br/>""And uhh, who's that over there? Yer boyfriend?"" Cassidy suddenly asked, looking over her sister's shoulder at Kyle.<br/><br/>To her surprise, Alice nodded. ""He sure is.""<br/><br/>Cassidy gasped. ""Oh my Gawwd!"" she marveled, truly happy for her sister. Then she switched to a whisper. ""Hey, he's a cute one, I'll tell you that.""<br/><br/>""Well, too bad, he's mine."" retorted Alice, slightly annoyed. She was going to introduce Kyle, but then a car pulled up, and Natalia and Helen came out. Looking worried, the oldest of the sisters hurried up to the entrance, asking what had happened. Cassidy explained, then pointed at the pipe on the floor.<br/><br/>""There's a... Uhm... A bit of a bloody mess upstairs... Don't worry, I'll clean it."" said Cassidy, smiling nervously.<br/><br/>""Did you leave at least one of them alive?"" Natalia asked hopefully.<br/><br/>Cassidy shrugged... Scratched the back of her head... And shook it. ""Sorry..."""
1001,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=175,2014-12-07T00:02:00,Islamic Republic e Jariri,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22706441#p22706441"">wrote</a>:</cite>""A-Ah.."" Claudia bowed again, and so did her puppets. ""I am Claudia Leistner. A descendant of the family Heinkel. Cousin to Alfred Royale. I hear from Sir Gerard that you are his brother?.. But you do not look anything like him."" </div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Just how much does this girl already know? I know I can't just trust her on the spot but she claims to be a descendant of Alfie's family. Gerard didn't warn me of her but why was she working with Requiem just a few minutes ago? Then again, does she even know what's really going on, and for his apparent cousin why does she act more like his personal hitgirl?</span><br/><br/>''I was adopted,'' replied Damien.<span style=""font-style: italic"">I have to find out if she knows anything. From what I can tell she hasn't been fully let in as she doesn't realize just how exactly I am related to Alfie but does she know about Immortals or the Forgotten?</span><br/><br/>''I see, you're his cousin? Nice to meet you, I'm Damien Royale.''<span style=""font-style: italic"">Is she following me? Should I let her? She seems to know Gerard but regardless I don't know her. At least I do technically know Jessica, though this other girl is a complete stranger, furthermore she would have probably killed me if Requiem had just ordered it. I need to know if she's aware of what Alfie is...</span><br/><br/>''So do you work for him then?'' he asked."
1002,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=175,2014-12-07T00:33:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22706441#p22706441"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine / Natalia Verlaine / Cassidy Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Alice looked confused. She had gone offline? But for what reason? Checking herself for any other damage, she faced the apartment and shrugged. ""Cassidy is my youngest sister. 004."" she simply said to Kyle, gesturing for him to follow. She hurried up to the apartment entrance, and upon opening it, found Cassidy. She had a smug look on her face that said 'victory'. She dropped her lead pipe and wiped her bloody forehead. <br/><br/>""Hey, sis!"" she hugged Alice, giggling. ""I put those dunderheads down. How ya feelin'?""<br/><br/>""I'm fine. I'm just fine. Thanks, Cass."" replied Alice, hugging her sister back.<br/><br/>""And uhh, who's that over there? Yer boyfriend?"" Cassidy suddenly asked, looking over her sister's shoulder at Kyle.<br/><br/>To her surprise, Alice nodded. ""He sure is.""<br/><br/>Cassidy gasped. ""Oh my Gawwd!"" she marveled, truly happy for her sister. Then she switched to a whisper. ""Hey, he's a cute one, I'll tell you that."" <br/><br/>""Well, too bad, he's mine."" retorted Alice, slightly annoyed. She was going to introduce Kyle, but then a car pulled up, and Natalia and Helen came out. Looking worried, the oldest of the sisters hurried up to the entrance, asking what had happened. Cassidy explained, then pointed at the pipe on the floor. <br/><br/>""There's a... Uhm... A bit of a bloody mess upstairs... Don't worry, I'll clean it."" said Cassidy, smiling nervously. <br/><br/>""Did you leave at least one of them alive?"" Natalia asked hopefully.<br/><br/>Cassidy shrugged... Scratched the back of her head... And shook it. ""Sorry...""</div></blockquote><br/>Kyle chuckled awkwardly when he was called cute, blushing slightly as Alice said he was hers. ""I'm Kyle..."" He said, introducing himself, unsure of what to say beyond that. When Helen came in, she turned to Cassidy sharply.<br/><br/>""You can clean the blood. Leave the bodies for now."" She said simply, looking at the dead bodies ""The bodies need to be disposed of in a way so that they can't be traced to us. Luckily I know someone who might be able to help with that."" She remarked. ""Also, if you're going to be staying with us, I would prefer it if you didn't kill first and ask questions later...""<br/><br/>She then turned to Kyle, who stepped back nervously. He could almost tell Dire Wolf was giving him the death glare from under that helmet.<br/><br/>""I see you're still here... Surprising."" Helen commented coldly. ""How's your brother.""<br/><br/>Kyle tried his best at his own stern stare. ""He's... not too happy I'd imagine.""<br/><br/>""Good."" She replied, they held the stare for a while, neither quite willing to budge."
1003,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=200,2014-12-07T01:44:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Claudia Leistner / Shiloh Haverfield, 2027</span></span></div><br/>""Ah, adopted."" Claudia mumbled. Then she looked shocked as she realized who exactly this boy was. Damien? Gerard had told her most of what she had asked to know regarding her family. She was aware that someone called Damien was indirectly responsible for her cousin Alfred's death. There had been a mistake, and the boy was murdered.<br/><br/>""Yes. A younger cousin."" she confirmed with a nod. ""Work for who? Cousin Alfred? Yes. You see, very recently, my father died. We weren't very rich to begin with. After his burial, I was forced to sell most of our property because I had no money. Your brother found me and offered to help me in exchange for my services. My expertise in anthropology and puppet-work.""<br/><br/>She looked with her eyes slightly to the right, unsure of what to say concerning that boy she'd seen earlier.<br/>""Though now I'm aware that cousin Alfred isn't around at the moment. Your adoptive father, Sir Gerard, told me everything about that my cousin. He would like for me to try to keep an eye on you just in case my cousin... Or what's inside him, comes after you again."" she nodded, smiling again. ""Don't worry. So long as I am around, no harm will come to you.""<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine / Natalia Verlaine / Cassidy Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>""It's nice to meet you then, Kyle!"" Cassidy waved and winked at him in return. Alice shoved her into the doorway, scowling. She laughed playfully and shoved Alice back.<br/><br/>""Alright,"" Cassidy then turned to Helen, ""Blood's easy enough to clean. Who're you, anyways?"" she asked as she went to look for a mop with which to clean the apartment floor. Natalia disappeared into the apartment and returned with a large laptop in her arms. She repeatedly checked her own systems and Alice's for any bugs that those men might have installed. Finding nothing, she threw the laptop to the ground, breaking it. Now the shutdown program was gone forever.<br/><br/>""That's done."" she nodded, brushing her hands against each other.<br/><br/>Alice sighed, created a flamethrower and burnt what was left of the computer. ""Now it is.""<br/>The purple-haired synthetic listened in briefly to Kyle's and Helen's conversation, then walked over to her boyfriend and leaning against him. She looked perplexed at why the two looked ready to go head-to-head, but then she remembered how Helen had been affiliated to Kyle and his brother before. The Unlawful one.<br/><br/>""Alright, that's enough, please. Everything's fine now, ally. Kyle is my boyfriend now. From now on he will be lawful."" she said to Helen in a demanding tone, then looked at Kyle with her cheeks puffed out. ""Won't you?"""
1004,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=200,2014-12-07T02:31:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22707127#p22707127"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine / Natalia Verlaine / Cassidy Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>""It's nice to meet you then, Kyle!"" Cassidy waved and winked at him in return. Alice shoved her into the doorway, scowling. She laughed playfully and shoved Alice back. <br/><br/>""Alright,"" Cassidy then turned to Helen, ""Blood's easy enough to clean. Who're you, anyways?"" she asked as she went to look for a mop with which to clean the apartment floor. Natalia disappeared into the apartment and returned with a large laptop in her arms. She repeatedly checked her own systems and Alice's for any bugs that those men might have installed. Finding nothing, she threw the laptop to the ground, breaking it. Now the shutdown program was gone forever.<br/><br/>""That's done."" she nodded, brushing her hands against each other. <br/><br/>Alice sighed, created a flamethrower and burnt what was left of the computer. ""Now it is.""<br/>The purple-haired synthetic listened in briefly to Kyle's and Helen's conversation, then walked over to her boyfriend and leaning against him. She looked perplexed at why the two looked ready to go head-to-head, but then she remembered how Helen had been affiliated to Kyle and his brother before. The Unlawful one. <br/><br/>""Alright, that's enough, please. Everything's fine now, ally. Kyle is my boyfriend now. From now on he will be lawful."" she said to Helen in a demanding tone, then looked at Kyle with her cheeks puffed out. ""Won't you?""</div></blockquote><br/>Kyle looked to her, nodding to her. He put an arm around her. ""Of course I will. I've learnt that crime doesn't pay."" He said adamantly, turning to Dire Wolf ""I'm not going back to that. Never.""<br/><br/>""And I'm just suppose to believe you?"" Helen scoffed.<br/><br/>""I don't really care if you do. It's the truth."" He said simply.<br/><br/>""Whether or not you care is irrelevant."" Helen folded her arms. She paused for a second. ""I won't haul your ass to jail... on one condition."" She took a step towards him. ""Your going to help me fight crime... And you're going to help me find the Silver Queen.""<br/><br/>The colour drained from Kyles face after she said that, he paused for a second, then nodded quickly. ""Yup... Yeah... I'l... do that.""<br/><br/>Helen's armed went back to their original position. ""Then we no longer have a problem."" She said simply, walking over to help Cassidy clean up.<br/><br/>""She's... quite demanding."" Kyle turned back to Alice, hands on her waist ""I promise. I'm going to be... lawful, from now on. Whatever it takes."""
1005,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=200,2014-12-07T05:21:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine / Natalia Verlaine / Cassidy Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>""Ah, she is, isn't she?"" nodded Alice, laughing a bit as Helen went back inside. She quickly believed that Kyle would stay true to his word. She had no reason to distrust him at this point. That argument earlier was quickly solved, and Alice didn't even have to do anything about it. ""That's good."" she smiled, leading Kyle back to the apartment.<br/><br/>Natalia stayed behind to make sure that the fire didn't go anywhere else. Cassidy was already in the apartment, wondering how exactly she'd get the brains off of the carpet."
1006,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=200,2014-12-07T05:35:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22707865#p22707865"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine / Natalia Verlaine / Cassidy Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>""Ah, she is, isn't she?"" nodded Alice, laughing a bit as Helen went back inside. She quickly believed that Kyle would stay true to his word. She had no reason to distrust him at this point. That argument earlier was quickly solved, and Alice didn't even have to do anything about it. ""That's good."" she smiled, leading Kyle back to the apartment. <br/><br/>Natalia stayed behind to make sure that the fire didn't go anywhere else. Cassidy was already in the apartment, wondering how exactly she'd get the brains off of the carpet.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Silvey...</span>Thought Kyle with equal parts fear and sadness. He let himself be led into the apartment while Helen helped by moving the bodies into the living room, finding some large bags to zip them in. She sighed slightly as she looked at the bodies. ""Damn... I was hoping to avoid this...""<br/><br/>Kyle was understandibly a little uncomfortable, but not from the dead bodies. He looked back and took both of Alice's hand. ""I... Need to tell you something..."" Kyle said, taking her to the side and bringing his voice down. ""Something I probably should have said a while ago..."""
1007,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=200,2014-12-07T06:01:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine / Natalia Verlaine / Cassidy Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Surprised, Alice winced, but realized who was holding her hands up. She smiled at seeing Kyle.<br/>""What's that, Kyle West?"" she asked him, as enthusiastic as ever. Natalia arrived shortly after and was about to speak to Alice, but seeing that she was with her boyfriend, she went on to help clean up the living room, littered with parts and blood.<br/><br/>""Why did you kill them all, Cass?"" asked Natalia, picking up a piece of the dismantled TV and wiping a few drops of blood from it. Her opinion on the carpet was the same as Cassidy's. Picking the brains out of the cloth would be a pain for sure. Nonetheless, she crouched down and began to pinch pieces of them, dispatching them into a plastic bag she had found. Grimacing, she looked up at Helen.<br/><br/>""I think we should just get rid of this carpet."" she said, shaking her head. The bits of brain were all over. Washing it was not exactly an option, especially at this time."
1008,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=200,2014-12-07T14:38:00,Islamic Republic e Jariri,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22707127#p22707127"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Claudia Leistner / Shiloh Haverfield, 2027</span></span></div><br/>""Ah, adopted."" Claudia mumbled. Then she looked shocked as she realized who exactly this boy was. Damien? Gerard had told her most of what she had asked to know regarding her family. She was aware that someone called Damien was indirectly responsible for her cousin Alfred's death. There had been a mistake, and the boy was murdered.<br/><br/>""Yes. A younger cousin."" she confirmed with a nod. ""Work for who? Cousin Alfred? Yes. You see, very recently, my father died. We weren't very rich to begin with. After his burial, I was forced to sell most of our property because I had no money. Your brother found me and offered to help me in exchange for my services. My expertise in anthropology and puppet-work.""<br/><br/>She looked with her eyes slightly to the right, unsure of what to say concerning that boy she'd seen earlier. <br/>""Though now I'm aware that cousin Alfred isn't around at the moment. Your adoptive father, Sir Gerard, told me everything about that my cousin. He would like for me to try to keep an eye on you just in case my cousin... Or what's inside him, comes after you again."" she nodded, smiling again. ""Don't worry. So long as I am around, no harm will come to you."" </div></blockquote><br/><br/>''That's nice of you but I don't need a bodyguard,'' replied Damien, trying to convey this as politely as he could.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Sorry even if Gerard sent you I'm not just about to place my life in the hands of someone I don't even know, plus right now all I want is to go back to my apartment where I can analyze more clues, make sense of Cloak's message to me, get ready for school and of course give Jessica a glimpse of the Washington Underworld so that she realizes its a game of life and death...</span><br/><br/>''Besides I'll be fine. Its been a long day, and I just want head back into my accommodation hall and get some sleep.''<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">I have to track down whichever crime ring holds the legacy of the Red King and which one I should be the most concerned about... what's especially worrying is that the Red King was part of high society, its difficult to believe the authorities didn't know about his activities. Is this city really that corrupt? And now with Cloak's message things just keeping getting worse, I'm already in deeper waters before I even realized it...</span><br/><br/>''We're all going home for the night, you should too.''"
1009,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=200,2014-12-07T16:53:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22708045#p22708045"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine / Natalia Verlaine / Cassidy Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Surprised, Alice winced, but realized who was holding her hands up. She smiled at seeing Kyle. <br/>""What's that, Kyle West?"" she asked him, as enthusiastic as ever. Natalia arrived shortly after and was about to speak to Alice, but seeing that she was with her boyfriend, she went on to help clean up the living room, littered with parts and blood. <br/><br/>""Why did you kill them all, Cass?"" asked Natalia, picking up a piece of the dismantled TV and wiping a few drops of blood from it. Her opinion on the carpet was the same as Cassidy's. Picking the brains out of the cloth would be a pain for sure. Nonetheless, she crouched down and began to pinch pieces of them, dispatching them into a plastic bag she had found. Grimacing, she looked up at Helen.<br/><br/>""I think we should just get rid of this carpet."" she said, shaking her head. The bits of brain were all over. Washing it was not exactly an option, especially at this time.</div></blockquote><br/>""Go ahead. Never liked that thing anyway."" Helen commented, dialling a number on her cell phone. ""Don't burn it though. We don't want to burn down the whole building.""<br/><br/>Kyle let go of her hands, sighing. ""How... do I explain this..."" Kyle said, he tapped his feet nervously, wringing his hands. ""You do know, your not my first girlfriend..."" He started. ""My first girlfriend was... was the..."" He exhaled, knowing he needed to let this out. ""Was... The Silver Queen..."" He continued. ""I'm telling you this... for your safety... cause... she might still want me dead..."""
1010,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=200,2014-12-07T21:15:00,Islamic Republic e Jariri,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">........................<br/><br/>Time Skip<br/><br/>⌛<br/><br/>29 minutes<br/><br/>........................</span></div><br/><br/>They were walking along the footpath in the rather empty streets. Daylight had faded and nighttime was upon the city. Damien was travelling out in the open with Jessica, neither of them carried any change to afford for public transportation, making travel by foot the only option. For some reason that he couldn't fully ascertain, he was somewhat enjoying this.<br/><br/>Only then the winter's wind blew in he cursed himself for still wearing hospital clothes. It was going to snow soon, probably around midnight. At least he had a fresh pair of this school uniform but for what he planned tonight after making sure Jessica got home safely he was going to rob the orphanage's launderette. Speaking of which, he supposed that Jessica was now technically his neighbor since his accommodation hall was a part of the building that made up the orphanage. And he wondered if he'd see Rei again anytime soon.<br/><br/>In some ways Jessica was a lot like him: apart from the obvious that they were both a lot older than they looked, they were both also 'different' from the others and tried to blend in with normal society in their own way. Damien blended in as a typical private schoolboy and Jessica seemed to be volunteering as a nurse at the hospital, helping the injured and sick. But was this out of pure altruism that she did this or was just a necessity to appear normal? A part of her did seem very keen on helping people, as evidenced by the way she was insistent on helping him. And what had she been doing all this time in the city before he came here?<br/><br/>''So, how long have you been in Washington?'' he asked."
1011,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=200,2014-12-07T21:30:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Islamic Republic e Jariri <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22719724#p22719724"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">........................<br/><br/>Time Skip<br/><br/>⌛<br/><br/>29 minutes<br/><br/>........................</span></div><br/><br/>They were walking along the footpath in the rather empty streets. Daylight had faded and nighttime was upon the city. Damien was travelling out in the open with Jessica, neither of them carried any change to afford for public transportation, making travel by foot the only option. For some reason that he couldn't fully ascertain, he was somewhat enjoying this.<br/><br/>Only then the winter's wind blew in he cursed himself for still wearing hospital clothes. It was going to snow soon, probably around midnight. At least he had a fresh pair of this school uniform but for what he planned tonight after making sure Jessica got home safely he was going to rob the orphanage's launderette. Speaking of which, he supposed that Jessica was now technically his neighbor since his accommodation hall was a part of the building that made up the orphanage. And he wondered if he'd see Rei again anytime soon.<br/><br/>In some ways Jessica was a lot like him: apart from the obvious that they were both a lot older than they looked, they were both also 'different' from the others and tried to blend in with normal society in their own way. Damien blended in as a typical private schoolboy and Jessica seemed to be volunteering as a nurse at the hospital, helping the injured and sick. But was this out of pure altruism that she did this or was just a necessity to appear normal? A part of her did seem very keen on helping people, as evidenced by the way she was insistent on helping him. And what had she been doing all this time in the city before he came here?<br/><br/>''So, how long have you been in Washington?'' he asked.</div></blockquote><br/>""A few months."" Jessica replied, her long blonde hair blowing in the wind slightly. She was thinking back to Kansas, where she had first met Sommerfield. How she had discovered his healing factor and how he discovered her powers. ""I don't usually every stay anywhere for very long. After a while people start to notice the fact that you never seem to age. Had to leave Kansas after two years...""<br/><br/>She paused for a second, she really did not know much about him, despite somewhat being able to call him a friend. She had no idea he was really much older than he looked. ""I can't believe I didn't notice."" She muttered to herself, before changing the subject.<br/><br/>""So. You seem to have made a whole lot of new friends."" She commented. ""What have you been up to since we last met? I heard something about Millerville..."""
1012,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=200,2014-12-07T22:15:00,Islamic Republic e Jariri,"<blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22719906#p22719906"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Islamic Republic e Jariri <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22719724#p22719724"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">........................<br/><br/>Time Skip<br/><br/>⌛<br/><br/>29 minutes<br/><br/>........................</span></div><br/><br/>They were walking along the footpath in the rather empty streets. Daylight had faded and nighttime was upon the city. Damien was travelling out in the open with Jessica, neither of them carried any change to afford for public transportation, making travel by foot the only option. For some reason that he couldn't fully ascertain, he was somewhat enjoying this.<br/><br/>Only then the winter's wind blew in he cursed himself for still wearing hospital clothes. It was going to snow soon, probably around midnight. At least he had a fresh pair of this school uniform but for what he planned tonight after making sure Jessica got home safely he was going to rob the orphanage's launderette. Speaking of which, he supposed that Jessica was now technically his neighbor since his accommodation hall was a part of the building that made up the orphanage. And he wondered if he'd see Rei again anytime soon.<br/><br/>In some ways Jessica was a lot like him: apart from the obvious that they were both a lot older than they looked, they were both also 'different' from the others and tried to blend in with normal society in their own way. Damien blended in as a typical private schoolboy and Jessica seemed to be volunteering as a nurse at the hospital, helping the injured and sick. But was this out of pure altruism that she did this or was just a necessity to appear normal? A part of her did seem very keen on helping people, as evidenced by the way she was insistent on helping him. And what had she been doing all this time in the city before he came here?<br/><br/>''So, how long have you been in Washington?'' he asked.</div></blockquote><br/>""A few months."" Jessica replied, her long blonde hair blowing in the wind slightly. She was thinking back to Kansas, where she had first met Sommerfield. How she had discovered his healing factor and how he discovered her powers. ""I don't usually every stay anywhere for very long. After a while people start to notice the fact that you never seem to age. Had to leave Kansas after two years..."" <br/><br/>She paused for a second, she really did not know much about him, despite somewhat being able to call him a friend. She had no idea he was really much older than he looked. ""I can't believe I didn't notice."" She muttered to herself, before changing the subject. <br/><br/>""So. You seem to have made a whole lot of new friends."" She commented. ""What have you been up to since we last met? I heard something about Millerville...""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>''Its a<span style=""font-style: italic"">long</span>story, I wouldn't even know where to begin,'' admitted Damien. Millersville was a bad memory for him and it took him awhile to recover from the trauma the Masked Man had inflicted upon him. He had made friends, involved them in his game, was almost killed for real and was literally blinded at the end of it all. That and on the verge of death he had seen his mother who gave him the strength not to die back there, although whether that really was her spirit reaching out to him or his mind playing a life saving trick on him, he would never truly know.<br/><br/>''Basically, I sort of lost my ride and needed the help of the city's natives to help me travel to the Upper District of the city where I needed to be. The Evans agreed to help me reach the Upper District and lets just say... a<span style=""font-style: italic"">lot</span>of bad stuff happened in between. Mitchell was nearly killed... by someone who was supposed to kill me... but I involved him and he took the major collateral.'' Well it wasn't as if he got off without a scratch either, the Masked Man came very close to killing him and indeed arguably did kill him by blocking off Salvia's soul fragment's connection to his own soul. Damien remembered how he became sapped of all spirit and drowned in defeatism. He would have even died if Agent 52 didn't save him. And Mosley's own actions may have indirectly contributed to him regaining his connection to the soul fragment. A lot of things happened in that city and none of it was pretty. But that was seven years ago...<br/><br/>A small gasp left his mouth as he suddenly stopped moving and stood still. His sixth sense had gone off again and he had no idea why. Turning around he saw a black limousine silently parked by the corner, but as he continued staring its headlights flashed on and reversed away. It was too dark for Damien to work out who was behind the wheel.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">My sense went off like crazy, but what was it warning me about? It was something bad, something malicious... could it be whoever was driving that car? Am I being followed...?</span><br/><br/>''Come on, lets hurry. We shouldn't stick around here at this hour,'' he said, walking faster now. The car had gone so it probably wasn't tailing them anymore, at least from this direction. If they were being tailed at all or if it was all just his own paranoia."
1013,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=200,2014-12-07T22:33:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Islamic Republic e Jariri <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22720411#p22720411"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22719906#p22719906"">wrote</a>:</cite>""A few months."" Jessica replied, her long blonde hair blowing in the wind slightly. She was thinking back to Kansas, where she had first met Sommerfield. How she had discovered his healing factor and how he discovered her powers. ""I don't usually every stay anywhere for very long. After a while people start to notice the fact that you never seem to age. Had to leave Kansas after two years..."" <br/><br/>She paused for a second, she really did not know much about him, despite somewhat being able to call him a friend. She had no idea he was really much older than he looked. ""I can't believe I didn't notice."" She muttered to herself, before changing the subject. <br/><br/>""So. You seem to have made a whole lot of new friends."" She commented. ""What have you been up to since we last met? I heard something about Millerville...""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>''Its a <span style=""font-style: italic"">long</span> story, I wouldn't even know where to begin,'' admitted Damien. Millersville was a bad memory for him and it took him awhile to recover from the trauma the Masked Man had inflicted upon him. He had made friends, involved them in his game, was almost killed for real and was literally blinded at the end of it all. That and on the verge of death he had seen his mother who gave him the strength not to die back there, although whether that really was her spirit reaching out to him or his mind playing a life saving trick on him, he would never truly know.<br/><br/>''Basically, I sort of lost my ride and needed the help of the city's natives to help me travel to the Upper District of the city where I needed to be. The Evans agreed to help me reach the Upper District and lets just say... a <span style=""font-style: italic"">lot</span> of bad stuff happened in between. Mitchell was nearly killed... by someone who was supposed to kill me... but I involved him and he took the major collateral.'' Well it wasn't as if he got off without a scratch either, the Masked Man came very close to killing him and indeed arguably did kill him by blocking off Salvia's soul fragment's connection to his own soul. Damien remembered how he became sapped of all spirit and drowned in defeatism. He would have even died if Agent 52 didn't save him. And Mosley's own actions may have indirectly contributed to him regaining his connection to the soul fragment. A lot of things happened in that city and none of it was pretty. But that was seven years ago...<br/><br/>A small gasp left his mouth as he suddenly stopped moving and stood still. His sixth sense had gone off again and he had no idea why. Turning around he saw a black limousine silently parked by the corner, but as he continued staring its headlights flashed on and reversed away. It was too dark for Damien to work out who was behind the wheel.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">My sense went off like crazy, but what was it warning me about? It was something bad, something malicious... could it be whoever was driving that car? Am I being followed...?</span><br/><br/>''We should hurry,'' he said, walking faster now. The car had gone so it probably wasn't tailing them anymore, at least from this direction. If they were being tailed at all or if it was all just his own paranoia.</div></blockquote><br/>""That... sounds rough."" Jessica commented. She could somewhat understand why Damien was being so overprotective of her now, but it still didn't make it any less annoying. She could take care of herself, and had been very competent in doing so over the years. She hated being made to feel weak, and Damien's constant babying tended to do that. ""I understand wh-""<br/><br/>Suddenly she noticed Damien stopping in his tracks, and turned he head to face him. She could tell something was wrong, very wrong.<br/><br/>""Okay... What the hell was that?"" She asked, looking behind them and not seeing the limousine."
1014,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=200,2014-12-07T22:48:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Claudia Leistner / Shiloh Haverfield, 2027</span></span></div><br/>After the boy had refused her protection, Claudia stood frozen, embarrassed as they walked away. No one had ever refused her services before. Unsure of how to react, Claudia left the scene with her puppets, to find Sir Gerard and ask about what to do. He laughed and told her to follow anyway, as he had noticed how Damien's healing factor seemed temporarily impaired. If and when Requiem decided to attack a second time, Damien would be in real danger.<br/><br/>So Claudia went out again, looking for Damien. She found him and that little girl from earlier walking down a street by themselves. She also noticed a young boy trailing the two. He was crouching behind Dumpsters and flowerboxes as he went. It was sort of funny, the way he was moving, pretending to be a spy from a movie. Sitting still and listening closely, he was humming the tune of a<a class=""postlink"" href=""https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XAYhNHhxN0A"" rel=""nofollow"">movie soundtrack</a>. At this, Claudia laughed even more, to the point that she had to cover her mouth to keep from being noticed.<br/><br/>But then, behind the two children, was a car. It was black. Ugly. Ew. Claudia once again became serious and moved ahead of the two children in case the limousine was carrying something malicious.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine / Natalia Verlaine / Cassidy Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Ally had said yes. Natalia and Cassidy exchanged glances and devious smiles, then nodded. They took each edge of the carpet, brought it into the alley downstairs, and had a barbecue with it, since ally had said not to burn it inside.<br/><br/>Alice gasped at Kyle, covering her mouth in shock. ""The Silver Queen?! That's so cool! U-Uh, I mean... Oh, no..."" she blushed, ""Eh.. Why would she want you dead? Because you broke up with her? Because you slapped her? Huh?"" then she suddenly put on a look of determination. ""It's alright. I can fight her. I'm not scared. I'll slap her, too. Just, much, much harder."""
1015,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=200,2014-12-07T23:01:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22720747#p22720747"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine / Natalia Verlaine / Cassidy Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Ally had said yes. Natalia and Cassidy exchanged glances and devious smiles, then nodded. They took each edge of the carpet, brought it into the alley downstairs, and had a barbecue with it, since ally had said not to burn it inside. <br/><br/>Alice gasped at Kyle, covering her mouth in shock. ""The Silver Queen?! That's so cool! U-Uh, I mean... Oh, no..."" she blushed, ""Eh.. Why would she want you dead? Because you broke up with her? Because you slapped her? Huh?"" then she suddenly put on a look of determination. ""It's alright. I can fight her. I'm not scared. I'll slap her, too. Just, much, much harder.""</div></blockquote><br/>Kyle gave her a look of horror and shock. ""No Alice, please don't go after her. She is insane. She tortures and kills just for fun. She's utterly ruthless and horrifying."" He said, getting flashbacks of their... ""relationship"". Images that were quite... terrifying. Part of the reason he was so willing to give up crime was because of her. He was even beginning to sweat slightly from fear, shuddering he held his own body. ""I... don't want you to get hurt and she's not someone who will play fair... Please just stay away from her. Please...""<br/><br/>Helen was talking on the phone, and seemed to be chatting a bit, as if talking to an old friend."
1016,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=200,2014-12-07T23:13:00,Islamic Republic e Jariri,"<blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22720595#p22720595"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Okay... What the hell was that?"" She asked, looking behind them and not seeing the limousine.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Trouble...</span><br/><br/>''We might be getting followed,'' he said, looking around cautiously.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">It seems to be gone. I guess my sense will tell me if its nearby again. Whatever it was it couldn't have been good otherwise my sense wouldn't have gone off like that...</span><br/><br/>''Can you estimate how far off the orphanage is from here?'' he asked. He needed to get Jessica someplace safe and needed to do it quick. Not far ahead they were about to cross into the less well off area of the city. Homeless people were settled there and he knew they had to be careful for any muggers."
1017,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=200,2014-12-07T23:29:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Islamic Republic e Jariri <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22720909#p22720909"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22720595#p22720595"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Okay... What the hell was that?"" She asked, looking behind them and not seeing the limousine.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Trouble...</span><br/><br/>''We might be getting followed,'' he said, looking around cautiously. <br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">It seems to be gone. I guess my sense will tell me if its nearby again. Whatever it was it couldn't have been good otherwise my sense wouldn't have gone off like that...</span><br/><br/>''Can you estimate how far off the orphanage is from here?'' he asked. He needed to get Jessica someplace safe and needed to do it quick. Not far ahead they were about to cross into the less well off area of the city. Homeless people were settled there and he knew they had to be careful for any muggers.</div></blockquote><br/>""Oh..."" Jessica said, not quite sure what to do in this situation, being more direct and obvious she wasn't great at subtlety. There was no reason anyone would follow her, so they must be there for Damien. ""Why would someone be following us?"" She asked, not really nervous anymore. If someone was resorting to stalking them, she was fairly confident she could handle whomever this was.<br/><br/>""We're about ten minutes away..."" She said, looking back. She heard something, grabbing Damien by his arm she looked back. ""Do... you hear that..."" She looked around, curious, she could barely hear it, but it sounded... familiar. ""Damien, have you seen any spy movies?"""
1018,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=200,2014-12-08T00:54:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine / Natalia Verlaine / Cassidy Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>""Huh?"" Alice looked confused. ""That's very unlawful. Anyway, we've had her on our records for quite some time. If you slapped her, then you did the right thing. I would've totally slapped her."" she raised a finger to Kyle's nose and shushed him.<br/>""She's nothing to be afraid of. I'd slap her a thousand times if I ever ran into her. Come to think of it, Kyle West, what does this Silver Queen look like? I'd like to see the look on her face when I slap her.""<br/><br/>""If we can't do that, then we'll send her to an insane asylum. That's were people with such disorders go to, you know?"" she asked, clearly not knowing how dangerous this Silver Queen was. She had not been assigned to a mission involving her, anyways. She would never have known. Nonetheless, Alice wanted to slap her<span style=""font-style: italic"">and</span>send her to an insane asylum, because that's where she belonged if what Kyle told her was true."
1019,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=200,2014-12-08T01:08:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22721504#p22721504"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine / Natalia Verlaine / Cassidy Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>""Huh?"" Alice looked confused. ""That's very unlawful. Anyway, we've had her on our records for quite some time. If you slapped her, then you did the right thing. I would've totally slapped her."" she raised a finger to Kyle's nose and shushed him. <br/>""She's nothing to be afraid of. I'd slap her a thousand times if I ever ran into her. Come to think of it, Kyle West, what does this Silver Queen look like? I'd like to see the look on her face when I slap her.""<br/><br/>""If we can't do that, then we'll send her to an insane asylum. That's were people with such disorders go to, you know?"" she asked, clearly not knowing how dangerous this Silver Queen was. She had not been assigned to a mission involving her, anyways. She would never have known. Nonetheless, Alice wanted to slap her <span style=""font-style: italic"">and</span> send her to an insane asylum, because that's where she belonged if what Kyle told her was true.</div></blockquote><br/>Kyle sighed, concerned but he had no idea how else to convey what he knew about Silvey, how he didn't want Alice to ever meet her. ""I didn't slap her Alice... I don't think she would have let me live had I done that... I'm not sure an asylum would help either."" He drew her closer, looking into her eyes. ""Just... At least promise you won't be reckless and get hurt or something."" He asked. Remembering back to when he had to carry her when she was shut down, not knowing if she was going to be okay or not."
1020,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=200,2014-12-08T01:28:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine / Natalia Verlaine / Cassidy Verlaine, 202</span></span></div><br/>Alice smiled again and touching Kyle's face. ""I promise."" she stood on her toes and kissed him again, this time on his cheek.<br/>""Actually, I think I'll stay out of her way for now. There's really no reason for me to go chasing after her."" she then added more reasonably. Besides, she was still itching to go see that movie, so she mentioned it.<br/><br/>""CAn we still watch that movie, Kyle West? Also, try some cake?"""
1021,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=200,2014-12-08T01:37:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22721602#p22721602"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine / Natalia Verlaine / Cassidy Verlaine, 202</span></span></div><br/>Alice smiled again and touching Kyle's face. ""I promise."" she stood on her toes and kissed him again, this time on his cheek.<br/>""Actually, I think I'll stay out of her way for now. There's really no reason for me to go chasing after her."" she then added more reasonably. Besides, she was still itching to go see that movie, so she mentioned it.<br/><br/>""CAn we still watch that movie, Kyle West? Also, try some cake?""</div></blockquote><br/>""Of course..."" Kyle nodded, glad for the distraction and the kiss and Alice's words seemed to calm him down. Now smiling, he was really glad to have met Alice, she was defiantly different from Silvey. He took her hand. ""We can go right now if you want. See if that cafe is still open after going to the theatre."" He was somewhat excited, after taking a look at the cinema this morning, he knew the perfect movie for the both of them."
1022,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=200,2014-12-08T02:45:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine / Natalia Verlaine / Cassidy Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Alice was just as excited as Kyle was. Maybe even more. She had never seen a movie before, and she just might record it. She had not been briefed about piracy yet, as that was not part of her job. She had a camera implanted in her right eye with several different functions to be used. It was for recording, of course, and didn't have a feature that allowed it to take one photo at a time. Seriously, all it did was catch videos.<br/><br/>""Yes, please!"" giggled Alice, hugging Kyle again. ""We should go right now!""<br/><br/>The synthetic let go of Kyle and gazed out the window. Her shoulder plate popped off, and a thin antenna extended out of it. At the end of that antenna, a small blue light came out. Alice giggled and grabbed Kyle's hand, intent on dragging him downstairs.<br/>""Hurry! Hurry up! I want to show you something!"""
1023,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=200,2014-12-08T02:57:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22721857#p22721857"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine / Natalia Verlaine / Cassidy Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Alice was just as excited as Kyle was. Maybe even more. She had never seen a movie before, and she just might record it. She had not been briefed about piracy yet, as that was not part of her job. She had a camera implanted in her right eye with several different functions to be used. It was for recording, of course, and didn't have a feature that allowed it to take one photo at a time. Seriously, all it did was catch videos. <br/><br/>""Yes, please!"" giggled Alice, hugging Kyle again. ""We should go right now!"" <br/><br/>The synthetic let go of Kyle and gazed out the window. Her shoulder plate popped off, and a thin antenna extended out of it. At the end of that antenna, a small blue light came out. Alice giggled and grabbed Kyle's hand, intent on dragging him downstairs.<br/>""Hurry! Hurry up! I want to show you something!""</div></blockquote><br/>""Okay."" Kyle said nodding, smiling widely. He let himself be dragged out by the synthetic, eager to see what she wanted to show him. He moved with her, following her downstairs. Kyle had to say, so far, even with the interruption, this date was going really great so far. It wasn't awkward or forced like other first dates he had gone on, but exciting and wonderful. ""What did you want to show me?"" He asked as he was being led."
1024,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=200,2014-12-08T03:25:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine / Natalia Verlaine / Cassidy Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>""Look, look!"" she giggled sweetly, pointing down the road. Her antenna was still flashing blue. As if out of nowhere, a white custom-made Tesla appeared and parked in front of Alice and Kyle. That was finally when the antenna folded back in and Alice's shoulder plate closed.<br/><br/>""Here it is!"" she gestured at the Tesla. It was obviously different from most cars, as it could drive on its own, and had greeted Alice with two honks of its horn. Alice strangely waved at it and gestured to Kyle.<br/>""Prince, this is Kyle West. He is an ally, I mean.. My boyfriend.""<br/>At that, the car made a whistling sound and bounced on its left wheels, making Alice giggle with delight.<br/>""Come on!"" she said to Kyle, ""before the Café closes!"" Alice entered and sat in the passenger seat, much to the car's surprise. Though compliantly, it opened the driver's side door for Kyle."
1025,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=200,2014-12-08T03:53:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22721975#p22721975"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine / Natalia Verlaine / Cassidy Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>""Look, look!"" she giggled sweetly, pointing down the road. Her antenna was still flashing blue. As if out of nowhere, a white custom-made Tesla appeared and parked in front of Alice and Kyle. That was finally when the antenna folded back in and Alice's shoulder plate closed.<br/><br/>""Here it is!"" she gestured at the Tesla. It was obviously different from most cars, as it could drive on its own, and had greeted Alice with two honks of its horn. Alice strangely waved at it and gestured to Kyle. <br/>""Prince, this is Kyle West. He is an ally, I mean.. My boyfriend."" <br/>At that, the car made a whistling sound and bounced on its left wheels, making Alice giggle with delight.<br/>""Come on!"" she said to Kyle, ""before the Café closes!"" Alice entered and sat in the passenger seat, much to the car's surprise. Though compliantly, it opened the driver's side door for Kyle.</div></blockquote><br/>""Whoa... Cool!"" Kyle marvelled as he saw the car. He had never owned a car, though he had to learn how to drive during Cain's bank-robbing phase, where he planned to rob one of the banks but had to scrap the plan. Kyle hopped into the drivers side, grinning excitedly. ""You never told me you could contact a car with it own AI..."" He turned to her, smiling, and held her hand. She was really amazing, and Kyle almost felt like he didn't deserve someone so special."
1026,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=200,2014-12-08T05:02:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Realizing that she had indeed forgotten to tell Kyle about Prince, she shrugged and smiled. ""I didn't think I'd have to, besides I would want to appear as bragging. Right Prince?"" she asked, rubbing the dash gently.<br/><br/>""Sure, Alice."" the car replied. Its voice could be heard now that they were inside. From listening to it, you could tell that it wasn't recorded. Completely robotic. Though it was definitely masculine. A small screen appeared in the middle of the dashboard, showing a fully white, stubby figure of a human wearing a black crown. It faced Kyle.<br/><br/>""Your boyfriend, huh?"" it scratched its chin and pointed, ""Not bad. But you'd better not hurt her, or else!"" the AI shook its fist to show Kyle just what it meant, then the screen turned black.<br/><br/>Alice giggled again and playfully punched Kyle's shoulder. ""Come on!""<br/>""Are we going for cake first, or the movies?"""
1027,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=200,2014-12-08T05:18:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22722244#p22722244"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Realizing that she had indeed forgotten to tell Kyle about Prince, she shrugged and smiled. ""I didn't think I'd have to, besides I would want to appear as bragging. Right Prince?"" she asked, rubbing the dash gently.<br/><br/>""Sure, Alice."" the car replied. Its voice could be heard now that they were inside. From listening to it, you could tell that it wasn't recorded. Completely robotic. Though it was definitely masculine. A small screen appeared in the middle of the dashboard, showing a fully white, stubby figure of a human wearing a black crown. It faced Kyle.<br/><br/>""Your boyfriend, huh?"" it scratched its chin and pointed, ""Not bad. But you'd better not hurt her, or else!"" the AI shook its fist to show Kyle just what it meant, then the screen turned black. <br/><br/>Alice giggled again and playfully punched Kyle's shoulder. ""Come on!"" <br/>""Are we going for cake first, or the movies?""</div></blockquote><br/>""Hurt her? She's more likely to beat me up."" Kyle commented, rubbing his own chin, a little annoyed at how much suspicion he was being put under. Even though he used to be a criminal, it wasn't like he was a bad guy. As if supporting his claim, he felt Alice punch his arm, ""Ow..."" he muttered, rubbing his arm.<br/><br/>""Hmmm... It depends really. We could just check in the Cinema when our movie is showing, it's not far from the cafe."" He said. ""Once we find out when it's showing, we can just wait in the cafe for a while before we go see it."""
1028,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=225,2014-12-08T06:14:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>The female synthetic frowned at Kyle, absolutely stumped. ""Really? Wait, not really, actually. What do you mean, Kyle West?""<br/>she asked naively. ""I wouldn't beat you up unless you were being unlawful, really."" she told him honestly, leaning against the dashboard, seeing no need to wear her seatbelt, as Prince was most likely the safest car in all of Washington, thanks to the RHA testing division.<br/><br/>""That sounds good."" she then said, referring to what Kyle suggested. She quickly understood that part. They could eat cake, then head to the Cinema when it was time for their movie to be shown."
1029,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=225,2014-12-08T06:33:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22722521#p22722521"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>The female synthetic frowned at Kyle, absolutely stumped. ""Really? Wait, not really, actually. What do you mean, Kyle West?""<br/>she asked naively. ""I wouldn't beat you up unless you were being unlawful, really."" she told him honestly, leaning against the dashboard, seeing no need to wear her seatbelt, as Prince was most likely the safest car in all of Washington, thanks to the RHA testing division. <br/><br/>""That sounds good."" she then said, referring to what Kyle suggested. She quickly understood that part. They could eat cake, then head to the Cinema when it was time for their movie to be shown.</div></blockquote><br/>Kyle didn't put on his own seatbelt as he didn't think he would need it either. ""It was only a joke Alice. I would never hurt you either."" He replied. ""That wouldn't be... lawful of me."" He continued, smiling slightly as he used Alice's term, not trying to make fun of her but more unconsciously, Alice said it so often he was starting to use it himself.<br/><br/>""I hope you enjoy the movie and the cake... And I'm sorry our date had a few potholes and interruptions..."""
1030,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=225,2014-12-08T10:08:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>There was that feeling of warmth again. Alice smiled at Kyle reassuringly and took his hand firmly in hers. She understood, anyway, and was more than thankful that he had been concerned enough to bring her back to the apartment at the cost of their time for the date. It was sweet, and he'd gotten to meet Alice's youngest sister, Cassidy.<br/><br/>""A date is still a date, Kyle West. As far as I know. Now let's get to that cinema."" she giggled again, jerking her head towards the windshield, but really, towards the road. ""I'm eager to have some cheesecake.""<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Natalia Verlaine / Cassidy Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Walking out of the alley, past the Futurliner were Natalia and Cassidy. Both looked rather pleased with themselves, and even waved to the two in the Tesla as they went back into the apartment, not bothering to ask where they were heading. Actually, Natalia already told Cassidy what was going on. This slightly annoyed Alice. The fact that Natalia could pluck out memories from her head. It was ridiculous.<br/><br/>""The carpet's gone."" said Natalia as she entered the living room.<br/><br/>""Ka-poof!"" added Cassidy, dropping into the couch.<br/><br/>""Now, what do we do with these corpses?"" Natalia asked Helen, giving one of the body-bags a kick just as powerful as the one given to Doctor Hope. Come to think of it, what had happened to her? Helen had forgotten to take her to the hospital, most likely. It was alright. The police would handle her from there."
1031,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=225,2014-12-08T10:33:00,Islamic Republic e Jariri,"<blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22720998#p22720998"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Islamic Republic e Jariri <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22720909#p22720909"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Trouble...</span><br/><br/>''We might be getting followed,'' he said, looking around cautiously. <br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">It seems to be gone. I guess my sense will tell me if its nearby again. Whatever it was it couldn't have been good otherwise my sense wouldn't have gone off like that...</span><br/><br/>''Can you estimate how far off the orphanage is from here?'' he asked. He needed to get Jessica someplace safe and needed to do it quick. Not far ahead they were about to cross into the less well off area of the city. Homeless people were settled there and he knew they had to be careful for any muggers.</div></blockquote><br/>""Oh..."" Jessica said, not quite sure what to do in this situation, being more direct and obvious she wasn't great at subtlety. There was no reason anyone would follow her, so they must be there for Damien. ""Why would someone be following us?"" She asked, not really nervous anymore. If someone was resorting to stalking them, she was fairly confident she could handle whomever this was. <br/><br/>""We're about ten minutes away..."" She said, looking back. She heard something, grabbing Damien by his arm she looked back. ""Do... you hear that..."" She looked around, curious, she could barely hear it, but it sounded... familiar. ""Damien, have you seen any spy movies?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">I'm more into cartoons.... from the classic era of cinema. Of course there's no way I'm telling you that...</span><br/><br/>''Not in a while, though the last one I saw was made in Russia,'' he replied.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">She's gripping my arm, I suppose that's supposed to indicate a level of stress and unease. Jessica and fear... never thought I'd see those two paired again. Well at least she's using her common sense, that's vital in getting around these parts of the city. I know my sense was trying to warn me about something but I have no idea what and now I'm just on edge for no clear reason, but its not like I could just dismiss what what I felt...</span><br/><br/>''Hey, you two!'' came a shabby old voice with an obvious influence of intoxication. It was some man with a grey beard and wearing a camouflage jacket and finger less gloves. Either a biker or a hobo. Or both.<br/><br/>''Great...'' Damien muttered to himself.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Unwanted attention...</span><br/><br/>''Spare some change for a war hero?''<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">His breath smells like a mixture of liquor and... marijuana? He also smells of a lady's perfume, presumably from stealing her purse or something as such... his shoes don't match and are of different sizes, one shows sign of heavy wear while the other appears relatively fresh. Teeth indicate he's a chain smoker and a heavy drinker, and there's dirt building up under his nails... his left hand is in his jacket pocket... is he concealing something...? If I refuse he could attack, however even if I wanted to give him some money I couldn't since neither me nor Jessica are carrying any cash which means he's going to be erupting soon... but hey I'm sure I can handle one homeless guy carrying a handgun or a knife, even Jessica probably could...</span><br/><br/>He silently walked past the man with an indifferent look on his face, preparing for the worst when,...<br/><br/>The hobo turned around at them with angry look on his face. He was obviously having his own bad day but what Damien didn't expect was that he was concealing a<span style=""font-style: italic"">frag grenade</span>.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">What the hell...</span><br/><br/>''You f*****g assholes!'' he yelled out, clearly distraught by something. ''At least you kids should have the courtesy to give a vet some damned respect!'' he exclaimed in a less than coherent tone.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">He's got a grenade... he's got a grenade?! How on earth.,.</span><br/><br/>The other people squatting near the city's slums noticed the man carrying his explosive firearm and scurried away from the scene as fast as they could. Did they think he could really pull the pin?<br/><br/>''Boohoo, baby doesn't get his bottle so decides to throw a tantrum and blow everything up. I'm sorry but you don't have the nerve to do this,'' taunted Damien. ''For a war hero, you're quite<span style=""font-style: italic"">pathetic</span>,'' he added.<br/><br/>''You damned s***thead!'' roared the man before lunging at his direction, grenade still in hand.<br/><br/>Damien stood still, waiting for just the right second to respond..."
1032,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=225,2014-12-08T16:30:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22724188#p22724188"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>There was that feeling of warmth again. Alice smiled at Kyle reassuringly and took his hand firmly in hers. She understood, anyway, and was more than thankful that he had been concerned enough to bring her back to the apartment at the cost of their time for the date. It was sweet, and he'd gotten to meet Alice's youngest sister, Cassidy.<br/><br/>""A date is still a date, Kyle West. As far as I know. Now let's get to that cinema."" she giggled again, jerking her head towards the windshield, but really, towards the road. ""I'm eager to have some cheesecake."" </div></blockquote><br/>Kyle nodded, glad that Alice wasn't bothered by the interruptions to their date. ""I also wouldn't mind getting some cheesecake."" He replied, squeezing her hand. The warm feeling was in him. ""Umm... Should I drive?"" he asked, unsure about this whole situation, he had never been in an AI car before.<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Natalia Verlaine / Cassidy Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Walking out of the alley, past the Futurliner were Natalia and Cassidy. Both looked rather pleased with themselves, and even waved to the two in the Tesla as they went back into the apartment, not bothering to ask where they were heading. Actually, Natalia already told Cassidy what was going on. This slightly annoyed Alice. The fact that Natalia could pluck out memories from her head. It was ridiculous. <br/><br/>""The carpet's gone."" said Natalia as she entered the living room.<br/><br/>""Ka-poof!"" added Cassidy, dropping into the couch.<br/><br/>""Now, what do we do with these corpses?"" Natalia asked Helen, giving one of the body-bags a kick just as powerful as the one given to Doctor Hope. Come to think of it, what had happened to her? Helen had forgotten to take her to the hospital, most likely. It was alright. The police would handle her from there.</div></blockquote><br/>""I called someone who should be able to help. An old friend."" Helen replied, sitting on a chair facing the couch. ""We just have to wait for her to arrive, then this whole thing should be cleaned up and sorted.""<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Islamic Republic e Jariri <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22724445#p22724445"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22720998#p22720998"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Oh..."" Jessica said, not quite sure what to do in this situation, being more direct and obvious she wasn't great at subtlety. There was no reason anyone would follow her, so they must be there for Damien. ""Why would someone be following us?"" She asked, not really nervous anymore. If someone was resorting to stalking them, she was fairly confident she could handle whomever this was. <br/><br/>""We're about ten minutes away..."" She said, looking back. She heard something, grabbing Damien by his arm she looked back. ""Do... you hear that..."" She looked around, curious, she could barely hear it, but it sounded... familiar. ""Damien, have you seen any spy movies?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">I'm more into cartoons.... from the classic era of cinema. Of course there's no way I'm telling you that...</span><br/><br/>''Not in a while, though the last one I saw was made in Russia,'' he replied.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">She's gripping my arm, I suppose that's supposed to indicate a level of stress and unease. Jessica and fear... never thought I'd see those two paired again. Well at least she's using her common sense, that's vital in getting around these parts of the city. I know my sense was trying to warn me about something but I have no idea what and now I'm just on edge for no clear reason, but its not like I could just dismiss what what I felt...</span><br/><br/>''Hey, you two!'' came a shabby old voice with an obvious influence of intoxication. It was some man with a grey beard and wearing a camouflage jacket and finger less gloves. Either a biker or a hobo. Or both. <br/><br/>''Great...'' Damien muttered to himself. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Unwanted attention...</span><br/><br/>''Spare some change for a war hero?'' <br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">His breath smells like a mixture of liquor and... marijuana? He also smells of a lady's perfume, presumably from stealing her purse or something as such... his shoes don't match and are of different sizes, one shows sign of heavy wear while the other appears relatively fresh. Teeth indicate he's a chain smoker and a heavy drinker, and there's dirt building up under his nails... his left hand is in his jacket pocket... is he concealing something...? If I refuse he could attack, however even if I wanted to give him some money I couldn't since neither me nor Jessica are carrying any cash which means he's going to be erupting soon... but hey I'm sure I can handle one homeless guy carrying a handgun or a knife, even Jessica probably could...</span><br/><br/>He silently walked past the man with an indifferent look on his face, preparing for the worst when,...<br/><br/>The hobo turned around at them with angry look on his face. He was obviously having his own bad day but what Damien didn't expect was that he was concealing a <span style=""font-style: italic"">frag grenade</span>.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">What the hell...</span><br/><br/>''You f*****g assholes!'' he yelled out, clearly distraught by something. ''At least you kids should have the courtesy to give a vet some damned respect!'' he exclaimed in a less than coherent tone. <br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">He's got a grenade... he's got a grenade?! How on earth.,.</span> <br/><br/>The other people squatting near the city's slums noticed the man carrying his explosive firearm and scurried away from the scene as fast as they could. Did they think he could really pull the pin? <br/><br/>''Boohoo, baby doesn't get his bottle so decides to throw a tantrum and blow everything up. I'm sorry but you don't have the nerve to do this,'' taunted Damien. ''For a war hero, you're quite <span style=""font-style: italic"">pathetic</span>,'' he added. <br/><br/>''You damned s***thead!'' roared the man before lunging at his direction, grenade still in hand. <br/><br/>Damien stood still, waiting for just the right second to respond...</div></blockquote><br/>Jessica however did not have nor want to wait. This guy had seriously pissed her off. What kind of asshole tried to blow up two kids on a street for not giving him money? She rushed under him, her small body getting in-between the Hobo and Damien, and delivered a punishing punch just bellow the chest, with more than enough power to break bones. She was holding back, just so she didn't kill the guy.<br/><br/>""What the fuck is wrong with you?"" Jessica shouted after she punched the man. ""What sorry asswipe tries to blow up two kids? We don't even fucking have any money on us!"" She hurled abuse at the man, unrelenting in her verbal assault. ""You're a veteran? You should be ashamed to associate yourself with the military, they actually have some fucking dignity, unlike you, you sorry excuse for a human being! So utterly selfish and sad you'd threaten to blow up two kids just for potential pocket change! Calling you a contemptible sack of shit is being generous you worthless spineless wretch!""<br/><br/>She was hyperventilating she was so mad, rage and frustration boiling out into pure verbal poison. She hated people like him, as far as he knew they were just two kids, and she hated... no despised people willing to kill or threaten kids just for pocket change."
1033,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=225,2014-12-08T21:51:00,Islamic Republic e Jariri,"''F**k you b***h!'' moaned the hobo, as he knelt in pain before spitting out blood deliberately against Jessica's clothes. The child's punch was far stronger than he expected for a little girl to be capable of and the grenade fell off his hand and rolled under Damien's feet, the pin still attached. As mush as he wanted to reprimand Jessica and tell her he had the situation under control his interest was peaked at the sight of the frag grenade which he picked up to examine under the nearby streetlight.<br/><br/>''You broke my chest b***h! I'll f*****g sue you for assault and battery!''<br/><br/>''This is a state of the line RHA fragmentation hand grenade, no scratch that, its a knock off, a very well made knock-off except that its wight is slightly lighter than what it should be, and the safety pin is made from a from a slightly heavier metal, but this is skilled craftsmanship nonetheless. Its condition is brand new and no doubt its from the black market, whoever manufactured it clearly takes their job very seriously, this could very easily pass on as a genuine RHA model,'' said Damien as he carefully scrutinized the explosive.<br/><br/>''You were given this recently, by<span style=""font-style: italic"">whom</span>?'' he demanded before kneeling down at the hobo's level.<br/><br/>''Go to hell you porcelain British b***h,'' replied the hobo with a look of spite. And then before he knew it his head was pressed against the pavement, with the pressure increasing every second.<br/><br/>''I'm getting really fed up of this, you need to say something useful from that trash can you call a mouth before I run out of patience!''<br/><br/>''I f*****g traded it! This guy I know knew this other guy who knows a guy who found a stockpile of weapons in this warehouse!''<br/><br/>''What warehouse?''<br/><br/>''Word's out the Red King's dead, but he had this big fat warehouse filled up with hand guns, rifles and grenades, a s**tload of them!''<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">The Red King was shipping RHA knock-offs to Order remnants abroad, and he had a warehouse presumably in or nearby the city where he stored his illegal firearms. But now that he's dead who controls the warehouse..?</span><br/><br/>''Where is this warehouse?''<br/><br/>''F***k you police boy!''<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">This isn't good, if this so called warehouse does exist then its a treasure trove for the Washington Underworld, especially to whichever crime ring gains access to the warehouse. Gang wars could escalate over this warehouse and it wouldn't bode well for the RHA's company image when its products are being cloned and used for criminal warfare... warfare... a real armed war could break out between the gang factions and this could even impact global politics when the world see's how unstable the UAR's own capital is... and the whole city could be plunged into chaos if this warehouse isn't found and contained by the law enforcement authorities.... there's a lot more at stake here than I previously anticipated... but how do I make him talk...</span>"
1034,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=225,2014-12-09T01:18:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Islamic Republic e Jariri <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22733076#p22733076"">wrote</a>:</cite>''F**k you b***h!'' moaned the hobo, as he knelt in pain before spitting out blood deliberately against Jessica's clothes. The child's punch was far stronger than he expected for a little girl to be capable of and the grenade fell off his hand and rolled under Damien's feet, the pin still attached. As mush as he wanted to reprimand Jessica and tell her he had the situation under control his interest was peaked at the sight of the frag grenade which he picked up to examine under the nearby streetlight. <br/><br/>''You broke my chest b***h! I'll f*****g sue you for assault and battery!''<br/><br/>''This is a state of the line RHA fragmentation hand grenade, no scratch that, its a knock off, a very well made knock-off except that its wight is slightly lighter than what it should be, and the safety pin is made from a from a slightly heavier metal, but this is skilled craftsmanship nonetheless. Its condition is brand new and no doubt its from the black market, whoever manufactured it clearly takes their job very seriously, this could very easily pass on as a genuine RHA model,'' said Damien as he carefully scrutinized the explosive. <br/><br/>''You were given this recently, by <span style=""font-style: italic"">whom</span>?'' he demanded before kneeling down at the hobo's level.<br/><br/>''Go to hell you porcelain British b***h,'' replied the hobo with a look of spite. And then before he knew it his head was pressed against the pavement, with the pressure increasing every second. <br/><br/>''I'm getting really fed up of this, you need to say something useful from that trash can you call a mouth before I run out of patience!''<br/><br/>''I f*****g traded it! This guy I know knew this other guy who knows a guy who found a stockpile of weapons in this warehouse!''<br/><br/>''What warehouse?''<br/><br/>''Word's out the Red King's dead, but he had this big fat warehouse filled up with hand guns, rifles and grenades, a s**tload of them!''<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">The Red King was shipping RHA knock-offs to Order remnants abroad, and he had a warehouse presumably in or nearby the city where he stored his illegal firearms. But now that he's dead who controls the warehouse..?</span><br/><br/>''Where is this warehouse?''<br/><br/>''F***k you police boy!''<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">This isn't good, if this so called warehouse does exist then its a treasure trove for the Washington Underworld, especially to whichever crime ring gains access to the warehouse. Gang wars could escalate over this warehouse and it wouldn't bode well for the RHA's company image when its products are being cloned and used for criminal warfare... warfare... a real armed war could break out between the gang factions and this could even impact global politics when the world see's how unstable the UAR's own capital is... and the whole city could be plunged into chaos if this warehouse isn't found and contained by the law enforcement authorities.... there's a lot more at stake here than I previously anticipated... but how do I make him talk...</span></div></blockquote><br/>Jessica sensed this was time to play bad cop. Her eyes narrowed even more, her patience wearing thin. If this wear-house did have weapons, them getting out would be very bad indeed. ""He asked you a question jackass."" She said with anger and menace. She moved over to the man, standing near his arm. She put her foot down onto his shoulder, applying pressure. ""I suggest you answer him before you piss me off even more."" She threatened. ""Who knows, I might just rip off your arm so you can't blow anyone else up."""
1035,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=225,2014-12-09T02:11:00,Islamic Republic e Jariri,"<blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22734151#p22734151"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Islamic Republic e Jariri <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22733076#p22733076"">wrote</a>:</cite>''F**k you b***h!'' moaned the hobo, as he knelt in pain before spitting out blood deliberately against Jessica's clothes. The child's punch was far stronger than he expected for a little girl to be capable of and the grenade fell off his hand and rolled under Damien's feet, the pin still attached. As mush as he wanted to reprimand Jessica and tell her he had the situation under control his interest was peaked at the sight of the frag grenade which he picked up to examine under the nearby streetlight. <br/><br/>''You broke my chest b***h! I'll f*****g sue you for assault and battery!''<br/><br/>''This is a state of the line RHA fragmentation hand grenade, no scratch that, its a knock off, a very well made knock-off except that its wight is slightly lighter than what it should be, and the safety pin is made from a from a slightly heavier metal, but this is skilled craftsmanship nonetheless. Its condition is brand new and no doubt its from the black market, whoever manufactured it clearly takes their job very seriously, this could very easily pass on as a genuine RHA model,'' said Damien as he carefully scrutinized the explosive. <br/><br/>''You were given this recently, by <span style=""font-style: italic"">whom</span>?'' he demanded before kneeling down at the hobo's level.<br/><br/>''Go to hell you porcelain British b***h,'' replied the hobo with a look of spite. And then before he knew it his head was pressed against the pavement, with the pressure increasing every second. <br/><br/>''I'm getting really fed up of this, you need to say something useful from that trash can you call a mouth before I run out of patience!''<br/><br/>''I f*****g traded it! This guy I know knew this other guy who knows a guy who found a stockpile of weapons in this warehouse!''<br/><br/>''What warehouse?''<br/><br/>''Word's out the Red King's dead, but he had this big fat warehouse filled up with hand guns, rifles and grenades, a s**tload of them!''<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">The Red King was shipping RHA knock-offs to Order remnants abroad, and he had a warehouse presumably in or nearby the city where he stored his illegal firearms. But now that he's dead who controls the warehouse..?</span><br/><br/>''Where is this warehouse?''<br/><br/>''F***k you police boy!''<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">This isn't good, if this so called warehouse does exist then its a treasure trove for the Washington Underworld, especially to whichever crime ring gains access to the warehouse. Gang wars could escalate over this warehouse and it wouldn't bode well for the RHA's company image when its products are being cloned and used for criminal warfare... warfare... a real armed war could break out between the gang factions and this could even impact global politics when the world see's how unstable the UAR's own capital is... and the whole city could be plunged into chaos if this warehouse isn't found and contained by the law enforcement authorities.... there's a lot more at stake here than I previously anticipated... but how do I make him talk...</span></div></blockquote><br/>Jessica sensed this was time to play bad cop. Her eyes narrowed even more, her patience wearing thin. If this wear-house did have weapons, them getting out would be very bad indeed. ""He asked you a question jackass."" She said with anger and menace. She moved over to the man, standing near his arm. She put her foot down onto his shoulder, applying pressure. ""I suggest you answer him before you piss me off even more."" She threatened. ""Who knows, I might just rip off your arm so you can't blow anyone else up.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>''Believe me, she's<span style=""font-style: italic"">serious</span>,'' nodded Damien towards the hobo. ''You better give us something we want lest you want to be both homeless and partially 'arm-less'.''<br/><br/>''Oh god, no! Let go of me you blonde c**t!''<br/><br/>The hobo felt his pain increase even more and the two continued looming over him. He realized then that whoever these two were they were without a doubt not really kids at all but something worse.<br/><br/>''Okay! Okay!'' he sighed. ''Look, I don't know where the f*****g warehouse is, I'm at the bottom of the food chain. But what I do know is the Blackjack and the Blue Bishop are disputing over it and there's this other girl... she's not that much older than you two... but I've heard stories about her... she's supposed to be the next Silver Queen or something, they call her the Scarlet Diamond. She's taken over most of whatever's remained of the dead king's turf and she wants the warehouse for herself-''<br/><br/>''The Blue Bishop, Blackjack and this so called Scarlet Diamond are disputing over the warehouse and you don't even know where it is? You for someone who lives on the street you really don't seem to have ears to the ground.''<br/><br/>''Wait, there's more! The Bishop and Blackjack will be meeting up at the midnight to try to negotiate terms over who gets what from the Red King's warehouse. They'll be meeting in neutral territory, at the Devil's Strippers.''<br/><br/>''Devil's Strippers?''<br/><br/>''You know... its like a jazz club.. with a bar... and bikini models dancing around poles and in cages, that kind of s**t. Its adult entertainment.''<br/><br/>''Where I can find this place?''<br/><br/>''Its located in the Wood Street district, the gangs signed a pact not to claim that territory for either of themselves. Its a place where they can all meet up in one place without inciting a turf war.''<br/><br/>''Thank you,'' smiled Damien. ''Come on Jessica, we should go home.''<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">And after I get a fresh pair of new clothes I'm finding this club to investigate more. This is way too much that I can allow Jessica to get into, if the Underworld remembers her face then she and everyone she loves will be in danger and there's no need to put her into unnecessary danger.</span>"
1036,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=225,2014-12-09T04:40:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Claudia Leistner / Shiloh Haverfield, 2027</span></span></div><br/>While trailing the two children below, Claudia noticed. She hung back as they did. A scruffy looking man had asked them for change, but upon not getting anything, he turned out angry and pulled out a 'nade. She was about to jump down, but the blonde girl with Damien made her move first, immobilizing the man. She was clearly more than she looked. Returning to her crouched stance, Claudia continued to hide and listened as closely as she possibly could. Something about a warehouse with weapons, a Blackjack, some Blue Bishop, and another person referred to as the Red Diamond. Claudia also picked up on a location. Sir Gerard would need this information if in case this was the warehouse where copied designs were stashed.<br/><br/>""It's unfair to our designs bureau that some criminal gets to simply rip off from their hard work."" said Gerard. Claudia nodded. That was something to remember. He would definitely like this.<br/><br/>Closer to Damien and Portia below was Shiloh. He had stopped moving and humming altogether as the hobo confronted them. He got ready to burn someone as the other people along the quiet street began to flee. But Jessica handled things, and quite properly at that. Shiloh sighed and extinguished the small flame in his hand. Better not to start a fight here anyway. The boy's ears perked at the mention of a club called 'Devil's Strippers'. It wasn't only familiar to him. He had actually been to the place, chasing after some idiot with a shotgun. As Damien began to move on again, Shiloh crept forward, faintly starting at the tune again like an idiot. As he passed the hobo, he dropped a five dollar bill.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Portia Damon-Cowles, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Portia walked down the porch steps of the Haverfield home, gripping her phone tightly. She looked more worried than pissed.<br/>According to Shiloh's grandparents, he had not come home all day. In fact, he had gone missing from the hospital not too long after they left him with the nurse. To this, Portia sighed. It was partly her fault that he had left without giving notice. The poor guy would face a pretty long sermon if and when he came back later. Anyway, Portia was worried. She threw her phone to the ground and had her driver pick it up for her. Minutes later, she threw it to the ground again, but told her driver not to bother with it.<br/><br/>""Let the crows have it."" she said. The driver shrugged, resisting the urge to tell her that crows didn't want her cellphone, anyway. He returned to the car, and so did the girl. They started off towards the City Hall again, to see if Shiloh was there.<br/>The driver looked at his young boss through the rear-view mirror and raised an eyebrow. He had not seen her looking so truly worried and desperate before.<br/><br/>""What's wrong, ma'am?"" he asked.<br/><br/>Portia looked up front, and surprisingly, gave no insults. She shook her head.<br/><br/>""Ma'am?""<br/><br/>""What's your problem?"" she then snapped. ""Keep your eyes on the road, doofus! You'll get us both killed!""<br/><br/>""I was only concerned, ma'am.""<br/><br/>""Concerned?!<span style=""font-style: italic"">CONCERNED</span>!? Why would you be concerned about me when my dream boyfriend is out there with a carrot-cake eating alien on a crashed plane?! You're hopeless!""<br/><br/>The driver giggled as discreetly as he could, but Portia noticed that, and slapped him...<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Frowning, Alice nodded. ""Yeah..."" she said softly, ""Unless you don't know how to drive.""<br/><br/>""I can take you two to your destination if that's the case."" offered Prince. Alice nodded to the dashboard camera, but turned to Kyle first. She wanted what he thought before she allowed Prince to take full control of his own body. While waiting, she gave Kyle a look that suggested she was *<a class=""postlink"" href=""https://onewdesign.files.wordpress.com/2012/01/hyouge-mono-11-strained.jpg?w=950"" rel=""nofollow"">constipated</a>, though she really wasn't. Alice just wanted her damn cheesecake so badly that it was itching at her like a virus.<br/><br/>""So... Are we going?"" she narrowed her eyes and intensified that constipated look to emphasize her anxiousnes to have cheesecake and watch their movie.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Natalia Verlaine / Cassidy Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>""Good, then."" said Natalia, planting her knuckles on her hips and giving one of the bags another powerful kick. Cassidy mimicked her sister and kicked the same bag. They laughed about that, and glanced at each other. Ally had her own person to dispose of bodies.<br/><br/>""How cool is that?"" Cassidy said in awe, her eyes sparkling.<br/><br/>""Yeah, it's cool, isn't it? She's mine and Alice's ally."" bragged Natalia.<br/><br/>""Well, she's my ally now, too! Right, ally?"" Cassidy turned to Jessica, tackling her sister into the wall. Soon they were pinching and stretching each others' cheeks like those silly characters in anime shows did. There's no reason as to how exactly they learned about that, but they did it anyway, making funny sounds.<br/><br/>(*constipated - Not really like that face. Just something similar to it. xD)"
1037,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=225,2014-12-09T05:09:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22734683#p22734683"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Frowning, Alice nodded. ""Yeah..."" she said softly, ""Unless you don't know how to drive."" <br/><br/>""I can take you two to your destination if that's the case."" offered Prince. Alice nodded to the dashboard camera, but turned to Kyle first. She wanted what he thought before she allowed Prince to take full control of his own body. While waiting, she gave Kyle a look that suggested she was *<a class=""postlink"" href=""https://onewdesign.files.wordpress.com/2012/01/hyouge-mono-11-strained.jpg?w=950"" rel=""nofollow"">constipated</a>, though she really wasn't. Alice just wanted her damn cheesecake so badly that it was itching at her like a virus. <br/><br/>""So... Are we going?"" she narrowed her eyes and intensified that constipated look to emphasize her anxiousnes to have cheesecake and watch their movie. </div></blockquote><br/>Kyle nodded slowly. Then shook his head to clear it. ""Yup, My brother made me learn for... reasons..."" He even had a license, I mean after you robbed the bank, it would just suck to be pulled over and arrested for driving without one. It was almost a shame they never tried it. Almost.<br/><br/>He quickly got acclimated to the car, got comfortable and put his hands on the wheel. A second later they were driving and Kyle was grinning like an idiot. He was at the very edge of the speed limit as he drove, though he was a speed junkie he didn't want to be caught speeding by the literal digicop in the passenger seat.<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Natalia Verlaine / Cassidy Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>""Good, then."" said Natalia, planting her knuckles on her hips and giving one of the bags another powerful kick. Cassidy mimicked her sister and kicked the same bag. They laughed about that, and glanced at each other. Ally had her own person to dispose of bodies.<br/><br/>""How cool is that?"" Cassidy said in awe, her eyes sparkling. <br/><br/>""Yeah, it's cool, isn't it? She's mine and Alice's ally."" bragged Natalia.<br/><br/>""Well, she's my ally now, too! Right, ally?"" Cassidy turned to Jessica, tackling her sister into the wall. Soon they were pinching and stretching each others' cheeks like those silly characters in anime shows did. There's no reason as to how exactly they learned about that, but they did it anyway, making funny sounds.</div></blockquote><br/>Helen sighed, though she had to hold back a giggle. Instead she smirked. ""You're both allies. Though I wouldn't exactly use that word..."" Helen thought for a moment. ""Partner. That's a decent enough word for it. She commented, picking up the bags and putting them at the edge of the entrance to the apartment building. ""She lives nearby, we shouldn't have to wait long.""<br/><br/>Sure enough, a short time later a sleek car came in, though it looked oddly old. Out of it came a figure, white and black hair and strange eyes. Her eyes seemed almost dead, lifeless. She grabbed a cigarette from her coat and lit it, exhaling smoke once she reached Helen.<br/><br/>""Julia."" Helen said, and the other woman smiled, a weak smile but a smile none the less.<br/><br/>""And I still don't know your name Dire Wolf."" She replied, somewhat distant, as if she was talking to her while doing something else. She seemed to be looking at Helen, but it felt like she was looking past her at something else. ""Your friends?"" She pointed at Cassidy and Nat with the cigarette, not even turning to face them.<br/><br/>""I trust them, So you can."" She said simply. Julia nodded in response, then turned to them.<br/><br/>""Hello."" She said, still smiling her tired smile. ""I'm Julia Evans."" She said, extending an arm. Unlike Helen, she no longer had any use for aliases.<br/><br/>"""
1038,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=225,2014-12-09T05:29:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Islamic Republic e Jariri <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22734289#p22734289"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22734151#p22734151"">wrote</a>:</cite>Jessica sensed this was time to play bad cop. Her eyes narrowed even more, her patience wearing thin. If this wear-house did have weapons, them getting out would be very bad indeed. ""He asked you a question jackass."" She said with anger and menace. She moved over to the man, standing near his arm. She put her foot down onto his shoulder, applying pressure. ""I suggest you answer him before you piss me off even more."" She threatened. ""Who knows, I might just rip off your arm so you can't blow anyone else up.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>''Believe me, she's <span style=""font-style: italic"">serious</span>,'' nodded Damien towards the hobo. ''You better give us something we want lest you want to be both homeless and partially 'arm-less'.''<br/><br/>''Oh god, no! Let go of me you blonde c**t!'' <br/><br/>The hobo felt his pain increase even more and the two continued looming over him. He realized then that whoever these two were they were without a doubt not really kids at all but something worse. <br/><br/>''Okay! Okay!'' he sighed. ''Look, I don't know where the f*****g warehouse is, I'm at the bottom of the food chain. But what I do know is the Blackjack and the Blue Bishop are disputing over it and there's this other girl... she's not that much older than you two... but I've heard stories about her... she's supposed to be the next Silver Queen or something, they call her the Scarlet Diamond. She's taken over most of whatever's remained of the dead king's turf and she wants the warehouse for herself-''<br/><br/>''The Blue Bishop, Blackjack and this so called Scarlet Diamond are disputing over the warehouse and you don't even know where it is? You for someone who lives on the street you really don't seem to have ears to the ground.''<br/><br/>''Wait, there's more! The Bishop and Blackjack will be meeting up at the midnight to try to negotiate terms over who gets what from the Red King's warehouse. They'll be meeting in neutral territory, at the Devil's Strippers.''<br/><br/>''Devil's Strippers?''<br/><br/>''You know... its like a jazz club.. with a bar... and bikini models dancing around poles and in cages, that kind of s**t. Its adult entertainment.''<br/><br/>''Where I can find this place?''<br/><br/>''Its located in the Wood Street district, the gangs signed a pact not to claim that territory for either of themselves. Its a place where they can all meet up in one place without inciting a turf war.'' <br/><br/>''Thank you,'' smiled Damien. ''Come on Jessica, we should go home.''<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">And after I get a fresh pair of new clothes I'm finding this club to investigate more. This is way too much that I can allow Jessica to get into, if the Underworld remembers her face then she and everyone she loves will be in danger and there's no need to put her into unnecessary danger.</span></div></blockquote><br/>""Go home... Sure..."" She replied, already knowing Damien wont want her to come with him. But Jessica decided that she would follow Damien to this place, whether he wanted her to or not. She was even more determined to prove herself now, seeing this gang meeting as a challenge to overcome. Jessica was not about to let herself be beaten before even getting to a fight, especially not by a bunch of two bit gang leaders. ""But after you get changed and I raid my stock supply of juice boxes, we are going to investigate this club<span style=""font-style: italic"">together</span>."" She insisted. ""You might want some juice too."""
1039,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=225,2014-12-09T09:36:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Alice was smiling, throughout their little drive. She wasn't too excited, as this was the speed she usually drove at when she was chasing after fleeing drug lords and their goons. Her hands were neatly folded on her lap as she looked around, mapping their route in her head. Prince wasn't sure that this was safe driving at all, seeing as Kyle might have had less training than Alice. It was smooth enough, but not as smooth as when Alice was driving. The skill of handling a wheel and its pedals right was right in her head, least likely to be forgotten.<br/><br/>She somehow knew what reasons Kyle was pertaining to. For their unlawful practices, most likely, though Alice had put all that behind her. She now had a lawful boyfriend. Still, something she never expected to have. The synthetic hummed lightly as she recalled all the events of this day, sure that she would never forget.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Natalia Verlaine / Cassidy Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Wanting to be the serious, responsible one, Natalia stopped and stood straight as the strange lady stepped out of her car. Both synthetics registered her immediately. Cassidy leaned in closer to Natalia and whispered, ""She smells of blood.""<br/><br/>Natalia simply nodded and grinned slightly to acknowledge Julia's greeting. Natalia held her hand out first, fearlessly. She was an android, after all. Eating her probably wouldn't be a very good idea. Cassidy went next, giving Julia a wider smile than Natalia did. She realized that she hadn't activated her disguise yet, and was in combat uniform, still. Looking embarrassed, she switched to a jacket and a short skirt."
1040,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=225,2014-12-09T15:55:00,Islamic Republic e Jariri,"<blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22734815#p22734815"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Go home... Sure..."" She replied, already knowing Damien wont want her to come with him. But Jessica decided that she would follow Damien to this place, whether he wanted her to or not. She was even more determined to prove herself now, seeing this gang meeting as a challenge to overcome. Jessica was not about to let herself be beaten before even getting to a fight, especially not by a bunch of two bit gang leaders. ""But after you get changed and I raid my stock supply of juice boxes, we are going to investigate this club <span style=""font-style: italic"">together</span>."" She insisted. ""You might want some juice too.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>''Fine,'' he replied, realizing there was no way he could get her to change her mind. Once she realized what a scary place the underworld was she would probably leave of her own accord. This was the perfect opportunity to gather more intel but of course he couldn't go anywhere dressed in hospital clothes.<br/><br/>''Carrot juice will be nice,'' he remarked.<br/><br/>..........<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Inside the Orphanage</span><br/><br/>After this was over he made a mental note to go out and actually buy some new clothes as he raided the orphanage's launderette where he found a dark suit that fit him. Glancing by the clock on the wall he knew he needed to hurry and that he would probably be late for school tomorrow. From his own apartment he filled his school bag with money, just in case he needed to bribe or buy his way out of a sticky situation.<br/><br/>Once he was ready he waited outside for Jessica, half tempted to go on without her, but she already knew the place was in Wood Street. A new mobile phone had been delivered under his current alias, presumably from the organization to replace his last one which was lost in the wreckage of the Red King's private jet. A taxi arrived to pick them up as there was no way Damien was going to walk all the way to Wood Street, especially with all the danger about the streets, not to mention it was already beginning to snow.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22734683#p22734683"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Claudia Leistner / Shiloh Haverfield, 2027</span></span></div><br/>While trailing the two children below, Claudia noticed. She hung back as they did. A scruffy looking man had asked them for change, but upon not getting anything, he turned out angry and pulled out a 'nade. She was about to jump down, but the blonde girl with Damien made her move first, immobilizing the man. She was clearly more than she looked. Returning to her crouched stance, Claudia continued to hide and listened as closely as she possibly could. Something about a warehouse with weapons, a Blackjack, some Blue Bishop, and another person referred to as the Red Diamond. Claudia also picked up on a location. Sir Gerard would need this information if in case this was the warehouse where copied designs were stashed.<br/><br/>""It's unfair to our designs bureau that some criminal gets to simply rip off from their hard work."" said Gerard. Claudia nodded. That was something to remember. He would definitely like this.<br/><br/>Closer to Damien and Jessica below was Shiloh. He had stopped moving and humming altogether as the hobo confronted them. He got ready to burn someone as the other people along the quiet street began to flee. But Jessica handled things, and quite properly at that. Shiloh sighed and extinguished the small flame in his hand. Better not to start a fight here anyway. The boy's ears perked at the mention of a club called 'Devil's Strippers'. It wasn't only familiar to him. He had actually been to the place, chasing after some idiot with a shotgun. As Damien began to move on again, Shiloh crept forward, faintly starting at the tune again like an idiot. As he passed the hobo, he dropped a five dollar bill.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The hobo didn't waste a second before immediately grabbing the note with a look of glee in his eyes.<br/><br/>''Bless you boy!'' he said maintaining his drunken tone. No doubt he was going to spend that money on more whiskey. As he climbed back up to his feet and leaned against the side wall he realized the grenade he was carrying was gone.<br/><br/>''Damned kids... stole my f*****g frag grenade...''"
1041,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=225,2014-12-09T16:14:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22736282#p22736282"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Alice was smiling, throughout their little drive. She wasn't too excited, as this was the speed she usually drove at when she was chasing after fleeing drug lords and their goons. Her hands were neatly folded on her lap as she looked around, mapping their route in her head. Prince wasn't sure that this was safe driving at all, seeing as Kyle might have had less training than Alice. It was smooth enough, but not as smooth as when Alice was driving. The skill of handling a wheel and its pedals right was right in her head, least likely to be forgotten.<br/><br/>She somehow knew what reasons Kyle was pertaining to. For their unlawful practices, most likely, though Alice had put all that behind her. She now had a lawful boyfriend. Still, something she never expected to have. The synthetic hummed lightly as she recalled all the events of this day, sure that she would never forget. </div></blockquote><br/>Kyle was definitely a little rusty when it came to the wheel, more used to flying than driving. After all his metahuman powers didn't need any gasoline to work. He was quite enjoying himself driving though. However he did hope he wasn't going too fast for Prince and Alice. He found a parking space near the cinema and moved Prince there. Afterwards he he got out, walking around to the other side and opening the door for Alice.<br/><br/>""Thanks for the ride Prince."" He said gratefully, then looked to Alice. ""With any luck there won't be anyone else in the cinema now, so we might have the place all to ourselves.<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Natalia Verlaine / Cassidy Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Wanting to be the serious, responsible one, Natalia stopped and stood straight as the strange lady stepped out of her car. Both synthetics registered her immediately. Cassidy leaned in closer to Natalia and whispered, ""She smells of blood."" <br/><br/>Natalia simply nodded and grinned slightly to acknowledge Julia's greeting. Natalia held her hand out first, fearlessly. She was an android, after all. Eating her probably wouldn't be a very good idea. Cassidy went next, giving Julia a wider smile than Natalia did. She realized that she hadn't activated her disguise yet, and was in combat uniform, still. Looking embarrassed, she switched to a jacket and a short skirt.</div></blockquote><br/>""This is Natalia"" Helen introduced the two of them, since the girls didn't do it themselves. ""And Cassidy."" Julia nodded, her smile still there. She noticed the whisper and her smile wavered a bit, looking to the side slightly before her expression recovered.<br/><br/>""Pleased to meet the two of you."" She said, and turned around to the dead bodies. ""I suppose these are the ones... They should do nicely"" She hefted one of them up, testing is weight. ""I won't ask how you got them."" Julia said, putting one of the bags in the trunk of her car. She saw she could fit about two of them in there.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Islamic Republic e Jariri <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22740600#p22740600"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22734815#p22734815"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Go home... Sure..."" She replied, already knowing Damien wont want her to come with him. But Jessica decided that she would follow Damien to this place, whether he wanted her to or not. She was even more determined to prove herself now, seeing this gang meeting as a challenge to overcome. Jessica was not about to let herself be beaten before even getting to a fight, especially not by a bunch of two bit gang leaders. ""But after you get changed and I raid my stock supply of juice boxes, we are going to investigate this club <span style=""font-style: italic"">together</span>."" She insisted. ""You might want some juice too.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>''Fine,'' he replied, realizing there was no way he could get her to change her mind. Once she realized what a scary place the underworld was she would probably leave of her own accord. This was the perfect opportunity to gather more intel but of course he couldn't go anywhere dressed in hospital clothes. <br/><br/>''Carrot juice will be nice,'' he remarked. <br/><br/>..........<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Inside the Orphanage</span><br/><br/>After this was over he made a mental note to go out and actually buy some new clothes as he raided the orphanage's launderette where he found a dark suit that fit him. Glancing by the clock on the wall he knew he needed to hurry and that he would probably be late for school tomorrow. From his own apartment he filled his school bag with money, just in case he needed to bribe or buy his way out of a sticky situation. <br/><br/>Once he was ready he waited outside for Jessica, half tempted to go on without her, but she already knew the place was in Wood Street. A new mobile phone had been delivered under his current alias, presumably from the organization to replace his last one which was lost in the wreckage of the Red King's private jet. A taxi arrived to pick them up as there was no way Damien was going to walk all the way to Wood Street, especially with all the danger about the streets, not to mention it was already beginning to snow.</div></blockquote><br/>Jessica met Damien outside, whistling the same tune that Shiloh was, though unaware he was following them. She had got the tune stuck in her head now. He own backpack was loaded with snacks and juice, since she was likely going to be skipping dinner. The orphanage was surprisingly lax about her going out, mostly because the head was aware of her condition. She briefly wondered if she could stay in washington a little longer than she usually did.<br/><br/>She saw Damien's clothes. ""Francis is going to be pissed."" She commented."
1042,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=225,2014-12-09T16:38:00,Islamic Republic e Jariri,"<blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22740834#p22740834"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Islamic Republic e Jariri <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22740600#p22740600"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>''Fine,'' he replied, realizing there was no way he could get her to change her mind. Once she realized what a scary place the underworld was she would probably leave of her own accord. This was the perfect opportunity to gather more intel but of course he couldn't go anywhere dressed in hospital clothes. <br/><br/>''Carrot juice will be nice,'' he remarked. <br/><br/>..........<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Inside the Orphanage</span><br/><br/>After this was over he made a mental note to go out and actually buy some new clothes as he raided the orphanage's launderette where he found a dark suit that fit him. Glancing by the clock on the wall he knew he needed to hurry and that he would probably be late for school tomorrow. From his own apartment he filled his school bag with money, just in case he needed to bribe or buy his way out of a sticky situation. <br/><br/>Once he was ready he waited outside for Jessica, half tempted to go on without her, but she already knew the place was in Wood Street. A new mobile phone had been delivered under his current alias, presumably from the organization to replace his last one which was lost in the wreckage of the Red King's private jet. A taxi arrived to pick them up as there was no way Damien was going to walk all the way to Wood Street, especially with all the danger about the streets, not to mention it was already beginning to snow.</div></blockquote><br/>Jessica met Damien outside, whistling the same tune that Shiloh was, though unaware he was following them. She had got the tune stuck in her head now. He own backpack was loaded with snacks and juice, since she was likely going to be skipping dinner. The orphanage was surprisingly lax about her going out, mostly because the head was aware of her condition. She briefly wondered if she could stay in washington a little longer than she usually did. <br/><br/>She saw Damien's clothes. ""Francis is going to be pissed."" She commented.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>''All for the greater good,'' added Damien before the two of them boarded the taxi.<br/><br/>''Listen,'' said the taxi driver. ''I know its none of my business but seriously why do you want to go to<span style=""font-style: italic"">that</span>seedy place? I means its not for kids and all-''<br/><br/>''We're a bunch of orphans running away from home to embark on a grand adventure in the streets and I already agreed to pay you double the normal fare for doing this,'' replied Damien.<br/><br/>''Well as long as I'm getting paid..''<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">There's almost nothing that isn't negotiable...</span><br/><br/>''Thanks,'' he said taking a small carton of carrot juice from Jessica. As the taxi started moving Damien could sense that Shiloh was nearby. Was he really going to resume his vigilantism at this hour? And did he overhear their interrogation of that crazy hobo? Damien just hoped the boy wouldn't do anything reckless. Besides his grandparents must have been worried about him, what if they reported him missing and had the police search for him?<br/><br/>''You know, I just realized this but you bear an uncanny resemblance to Shiloh's would-be girlfriend Portia,'' he said to Jessica.<br/><br/>He also said 'would-be girlfriend' because he very much doubted that Portia's parents would actually approve of Shiloh and he himself would have liked it if Shiloh tried not to always his powers to fix a situation but to also try using words as well. But then again Damien didn't consider himself to be a vigilante, so perhaps the two just worked differently at their core."
1043,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=225,2014-12-09T16:49:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Islamic Republic e Jariri <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22741129#p22741129"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22740834#p22740834"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Jessica met Damien outside, whistling the same tune that Shiloh was, though unaware he was following them. She had got the tune stuck in her head now. He own backpack was loaded with snacks and juice, since she was likely going to be skipping dinner. The orphanage was surprisingly lax about her going out, mostly because the head was aware of her condition. She briefly wondered if she could stay in washington a little longer than she usually did. <br/><br/>She saw Damien's clothes. ""Francis is going to be pissed."" She commented.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>''All for the greater good,'' added Damien before the two of them boarded the taxi. <br/><br/>''Listen,'' said the taxi driver. ''I know its none of my business but seriously why do you want to go to <span style=""font-style: italic"">that</span> seedy place? I means its not for kids and all-''<br/><br/>''We're a bunch of orphans running away from home to embark on a grand adventure in the streets and I already agreed to pay you double the normal fare for doing this,'' replied Damien. <br/><br/>''Well as long as I'm getting paid..''<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">There's almost nothing that isn't negotiable...</span><br/><br/>''Thanks,'' he said taking a small carton of carrot juice from Jessica. As the taxi started moving Damien could sense that Shiloh was nearby. Was he really going to resume his vigilantism at this hour? And did he overhear their interrogation of that crazy hobo? Damien just hoped the boy wouldn't do anything reckless. Besides his grandparents must have been worried about him, what if they reported him missing and had the police search for him?<br/><br/>''You know, I just realized this but you bear an uncanny resemblance to Shiloh's would-be girlfriend Portia,'' he said to Jessica. <br/><br/>He also said 'would-be girlfriend' because he very much doubted that Portia's parents would actually approve of Shiloh and he himself would have liked it if Shiloh tried not to always his powers to fix a situation but to also try using words as well. But then again Damien didn't consider himself to be a vigilante, so perhaps the two just worked differently at their core.</div></blockquote><br/>""I had heard something to that effect from from Shiloh, though I never met her."" Jessica commented, taking out a carton of apple juice and one of grape juice. She seemed to be thinking about which one she should drink now. She seemed to look at both of them, taking a surprising amount of time over this decision. ""Grape or apple..."" She muttered, before continuing the conversation. ""She sounds like she'd be good for him."" She continued."
1044,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=225,2014-12-09T17:08:00,Islamic Republic e Jariri,"<div style=""float: right;""></div><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22741264#p22741264"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Islamic Republic e Jariri <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22741129#p22741129"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>''All for the greater good,'' added Damien before the two of them boarded the taxi. <br/><br/>''Listen,'' said the taxi driver. ''I know its none of my business but seriously why do you want to go to <span style=""font-style: italic"">that</span> seedy place? I means its not for kids and all-''<br/><br/>''We're a bunch of orphans running away from home to embark on a grand adventure in the streets and I already agreed to pay you double the normal fare for doing this,'' replied Damien. <br/><br/>''Well as long as I'm getting paid..''<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">There's almost nothing that isn't negotiable...</span><br/><br/>''Thanks,'' he said taking a small carton of carrot juice from Jessica. As the taxi started moving Damien could sense that Shiloh was nearby. Was he really going to resume his vigilantism at this hour? And did he overhear their interrogation of that crazy hobo? Damien just hoped the boy wouldn't do anything reckless. Besides his grandparents must have been worried about him, what if they reported him missing and had the police search for him?<br/><br/>''You know, I just realized this but you bear an uncanny resemblance to Shiloh's would-be girlfriend Portia,'' he said to Jessica. <br/><br/>He also said 'would-be girlfriend' because he very much doubted that Portia's parents would actually approve of Shiloh and he himself would have liked it if Shiloh tried not to always his powers to fix a situation but to also try using words as well. But then again Damien didn't consider himself to be a vigilante, so perhaps the two just worked differently at their core.</div></blockquote><br/>""I had heard something to that effect from from Shiloh, though I never met her."" Jessica commented, taking out a carton of apple juice and one of grape juice. She seemed to be thinking about which one she should drink now. She seemed to look at both of them, taking a surprising amount of time over this decision. ""Grape or apple..."" She muttered, before continuing the conversation. ""She sounds like she'd be good for him."" She continued.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>''He lost his mother to an automobile accident and even had to get a prosthetic shoulder, I'd say he's been a vigilante for a while now and... he does have issues to say the least,'' commented Damien upon remembering that fight in Market Street where Shiloh mercilessly incinerated many non-powered criminal goons. Of course Shiloh's issues couldn't have been anywhere near whatever issues Quicksilver evidently had from the memorable way she killed Metallio.<br/><br/>Damien didn't understand much about romantic relationships, though he did pick up fairly quickly that Portia was obviously attracted to some aspect of Shiloh, maybe it was his 'bad boy' persona that appealed to her. But Shiloh himself was technically a criminal, as he was too young to be a state sanctioned metahuman vigilante. And considering Portia's father was a prominent international figure who represented the law he very doubted that he would ever approve of his daughter and a street ruffian becoming an item. It was almost cheesy to think about it, as it did seem very much like a princess and the pauper scenario.<br/><br/>''Portia is... persistent, especially when it comes to getting whatever she wants. I can't quite figure out however if she's also incredibly brave or just plain naive. Shiloh himself has made a few enemies which could complicate things... anyhow do you intend to stay in Washington for long? Ever think about going back to Kansas maybe?''"
1045,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=225,2014-12-09T17:27:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Islamic Republic e Jariri <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22741516#p22741516"">wrote</a>:</cite><div style=""float: right;""></div><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22741264#p22741264"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I had heard something to that effect from from Shiloh, though I never met her."" Jessica commented, taking out a carton of apple juice and one of grape juice. She seemed to be thinking about which one she should drink now. She seemed to look at both of them, taking a surprising amount of time over this decision. ""Grape or apple..."" She muttered, before continuing the conversation. ""She sounds like she'd be good for him."" She continued.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>''He lost his mother to an automobile accident and even had to get a prosthetic shoulder, I'd say he's been a vigilante for a while now and... he does have issues to say the least,'' commented Damien upon remembering that fight in Market Street where Shiloh mercilessly incinerated many non-powered criminal goons. Of course Shiloh's issues couldn't have been anywhere near whatever issues Quicksilver evidently had from the memorable way she killed Metallio. <br/><br/>Damien didn't understand much about romantic relationships, though he did pick up fairly quickly that Portia was obviously attracted to some aspect of Shiloh, maybe it was his 'bad boy' persona that appealed to her. But Shiloh himself was technically a criminal, as he was too young to be a state sanctioned metahuman vigilante. And considering Portia's father was a prominent international figure who represented the law he very doubted that he would ever approve of his daughter and a street ruffian becoming an item. It was almost cheesy to think about it, as it did seem very much like a princess and the pauper scenario. <br/><br/>''Portia is... persistent, especially when it comes to getting whatever she wants. I can't quite figure out however if she's also incredibly brave or just plain naive. Shiloh himself has made a few enemies which could complicate things... anyhow do you intend to stay in Washington for long? Ever think about going back to Kansas maybe?''</div></blockquote><br/>Jessica nodded. ""Portia must really like him if she's willing to risk herself. True Shiloh must ave… some issues, but he seems like a decent kid. In the future he could use someone like Portia. I just hope she understands that elementary school romances never end well…""<br/><br/>""Not really. I was never really attached to Kansas."" Jessica replied, she was somewhat guessing this was another attempt to protect her, since Washington was rather dangerous. She sighed slightly, designing to go with the grape.<br/><br/>""Look Damien… we really need to talk about your constant insisting on protecting me…"" Jessica said, her face turning serious and she put the straw in the juice box."
1046,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=225,2014-12-09T19:55:00,Islamic Republic e Jariri,"<blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22741722#p22741722"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Islamic Republic e Jariri <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22741516#p22741516"">wrote</a>:</cite><div style=""float: right;""></div><br/><br/>''He lost his mother to an automobile accident and even had to get a prosthetic shoulder, I'd say he's been a vigilante for a while now and... he does have issues to say the least,'' commented Damien upon remembering that fight in Market Street where Shiloh mercilessly incinerated many non-powered criminal goons. Of course Shiloh's issues couldn't have been anywhere near whatever issues Quicksilver evidently had from the memorable way she killed Metallio. <br/><br/>Damien didn't understand much about romantic relationships, though he did pick up fairly quickly that Portia was obviously attracted to some aspect of Shiloh, maybe it was his 'bad boy' persona that appealed to her. But Shiloh himself was technically a criminal, as he was too young to be a state sanctioned metahuman vigilante. And considering Portia's father was a prominent international figure who represented the law he very doubted that he would ever approve of his daughter and a street ruffian becoming an item. It was almost cheesy to think about it, as it did seem very much like a princess and the pauper scenario. <br/><br/>''Portia is... persistent, especially when it comes to getting whatever she wants. I can't quite figure out however if she's also incredibly brave or just plain naive. Shiloh himself has made a few enemies which could complicate things... anyhow do you intend to stay in Washington for long? Ever think about going back to Kansas maybe?''</div></blockquote><br/>Jessica nodded. ""Portia must really like him if she's willing to risk herself. True Shiloh must ave… some issues, but he seems like a decent kid. In the future he could use someone like Portia. I just hope she understands that elementary school romances never end well…"" <br/><br/>""Not really. I was never really attached to Kansas."" Jessica replied, she was somewhat guessing this was another attempt to protect her, since Washington was rather dangerous. She sighed slightly, designing to go with the grape. <br/><br/>""Look Damien… we really need to talk about your constant insisting on protecting me…"" Jessica said, her face turning serious and she put the straw in the juice box.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>''My concern isn't based on unfounded grounds, Jessica,'' replied Damien. ''I know I've already told you how dangerous these people are and I need you to appreciate my word choice being an understatement. Once you make enemies with these people you can either run away and die or endure through and undermine them, with a retained risk of dying in the process. I'm sure you've heard of the Silver Queen. She is not to be reckoned with and her reputation precedes her.''<br/><br/>He was suddenly remembering the sight of Metallio's remains after Quicksilver dealt with him. Surely there were cleaner ways to kill him but Quicksilver evidently wanted her enemies to suffer painfully and slowly before eventually dying. And Metallio was pretty strong as well, yet even in his enhanced state he was brutally murdered.<br/><br/>''Look, I'm anything but an idiot. I have the confidence in trusting that you could handle yourself fairly well against some of the Underworld's most powerful metahumans, however the reason I'm 'insistent' as you've put it on you staying safe is because of the Silver Queen. I've seen what she can do and don't want you to end up on her hit list. Please promise me that if confronted by her you'll flee.''<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Expect instant disapproval, she will be adamant on standing up to the Silver Queen, respond by giving her the grisly details of Metallio's death and horror stories from her days as Dagger, exaggerate if necessary, lies can often protect...</span>"
1047,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=225,2014-12-10T00:21:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Islamic Republic e Jariri <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22743619#p22743619"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22741722#p22741722"">wrote</a>:</cite>Jessica nodded. ""Portia must really like him if she's willing to risk herself. True Shiloh must ave… some issues, but he seems like a decent kid. In the future he could use someone like Portia. I just hope she understands that elementary school romances never end well…"" <br/><br/>""Not really. I was never really attached to Kansas."" Jessica replied, she was somewhat guessing this was another attempt to protect her, since Washington was rather dangerous. She sighed slightly, designing to go with the grape. <br/><br/>""Look Damien… we really need to talk about your constant insisting on protecting me…"" Jessica said, her face turning serious and she put the straw in the juice box.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>''My concern isn't based on unfounded grounds, Jessica,'' replied Damien. ''I know I've already told you how dangerous these people are and I need you to appreciate my word choice being an understatement. Once you make enemies with these people you can either run away and die or endure through and undermine them, with a retained risk of dying in the process. I'm sure you've heard of the Silver Queen. She is not to be reckoned with and her reputation precedes her.''<br/><br/>He was suddenly remembering the sight of Metallio's remains after Quicksilver dealt with him. Surely there were cleaner ways to kill him but Quicksilver evidently wanted her enemies to suffer painfully and slowly before eventually dying. And Metallio was pretty strong as well, yet even in his enhanced state he was brutally murdered. <br/><br/>''Look, I'm anything but an idiot. I have the confidence in trusting that you could handle yourself fairly well against some of the Underworld's most powerful metahumans, however the reason I'm 'insistent' as you've put it on you staying safe is because of the Silver Queen. I've seen what she can do and don't want you to end up on her hit list. Please promise me that if confronted by her you'll flee.''<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Expect instant disapproval, she will be adamant on standing up to the Silver Queen, respond by giving her the grisly details of Metallio's death and horror stories from her days as Dagger, exaggerate if necessary, lies can often protect...</span></div></blockquote><br/>""Then what? Leave you to confront her on your own? "" Jessica replied. Then shook her head. ""No way. I'm not an idiot either. I know the Silver Queen is deadly, which is why I can't leave her to hurt you. I would have no problem with beating a hasty retreat from that pyscho if I was on my own, but I don't think I could live with myself if I let one of my only friends get impaled by knives while I could still do something about it."" She folded her arms."
1048,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=225,2014-12-10T00:51:00,Islamic Republic e Jariri,"<blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22745592#p22745592"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Islamic Republic e Jariri <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22743619#p22743619"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>''My concern isn't based on unfounded grounds, Jessica,'' replied Damien. ''I know I've already told you how dangerous these people are and I need you to appreciate my word choice being an understatement. Once you make enemies with these people you can either run away and die or endure through and undermine them, with a retained risk of dying in the process. I'm sure you've heard of the Silver Queen. She is not to be reckoned with and her reputation precedes her.''<br/><br/>He was suddenly remembering the sight of Metallio's remains after Quicksilver dealt with him. Surely there were cleaner ways to kill him but Quicksilver evidently wanted her enemies to suffer painfully and slowly before eventually dying. And Metallio was pretty strong as well, yet even in his enhanced state he was brutally murdered. <br/><br/>''Look, I'm anything but an idiot. I have the confidence in trusting that you could handle yourself fairly well against some of the Underworld's most powerful metahumans, however the reason I'm 'insistent' as you've put it on you staying safe is because of the Silver Queen. I've seen what she can do and don't want you to end up on her hit list. Please promise me that if confronted by her you'll flee.''<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Expect instant disapproval, she will be adamant on standing up to the Silver Queen, respond by giving her the grisly details of Metallio's death and horror stories from her days as Dagger, exaggerate if necessary, lies can often protect...</span></div></blockquote><br/>""Then what? Leave you to confront her on your own? "" Jessica replied. Then shook her head. ""No way. I'm not an idiot either. I know the Silver Queen is deadly, which is why I can't leave her to hurt you. I would have no problem with beating a hasty retreat from that pyscho if I was on my own, but I don't think I could live with myself if I let one of my only friends get impaled by knives while I could still do something about it."" She folded her arms.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Friends.. she cares and concerns over me?</span>It was strange feeling he hadn't felt in a while and he suddenly recalled Mia's telepathic lecture on the value of friendship. Was this flattery that he was experiencing, realizing that Jessica did after all count someone like him as a friend? And would she really go out of her way to protect him from Quicksilver?<br/><br/>His earlier strategy began to dissolve, a small part of him wanted to keep Jessica around and hoped that she wouldn't be scared off when coming dangerously close to the fire. Had his lone wolf detective work finally taken its toll and he was craving not to continue doing this alone anymore?<br/><br/>''I... appreciate that,'' he replied, slightly stunned by Jessica's statement.<br/><br/>''We're almost there,'' said the taxi driver.<br/><br/>''Are you sure you're ready for this?'' Damien asked turning towards Jessica."
1049,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=225,2014-12-10T01:05:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Islamic Republic e Jariri <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22745704#p22745704"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22745592#p22745592"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Then what? Leave you to confront her on your own? "" Jessica replied. Then shook her head. ""No way. I'm not an idiot either. I know the Silver Queen is deadly, which is why I can't leave her to hurt you. I would have no problem with beating a hasty retreat from that pyscho if I was on my own, but I don't think I could live with myself if I let one of my only friends get impaled by knives while I could still do something about it."" She folded her arms.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Friends.. she cares and concerns over me?</span> It was strange feeling he hadn't felt in a while and he suddenly recalled Mia's telepathic lecture on the value of friendship. Was this flattery that he was experiencing, realizing that Jessica did after all count someone like him as a friend? And would she really go out of her way to protect him from Quicksilver?<br/><br/>His earlier strategy began to dissolve, a small part of him wanted to keep Jessica around and hoped that she wouldn't be scared off when coming dangerously close to the fire. Had his lone wolf detective work finally taken its toll and he was craving not to continue doing this alone anymore?<br/><br/>''I... appreciate that,'' he replied, slightly stunned by Jessica's statement. <br/><br/>''We're almost there,'' said the taxi driver.<br/><br/>''Are you sure you're ready for this?'' Damien asked turning towards Jessica.</div></blockquote><br/>""I was born ready."" Jessica said with a smile. Cracking her knuckles and neck audibly. She guessed Damien's strategy might be less unsubtle than she was used to, but Jessica knew with their luck that things would soon go sour and plans and strategies might soon go out the window."
1050,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=225,2014-12-10T02:11:00,Islamic Republic e Jariri,"<blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22745741#p22745741"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Islamic Republic e Jariri <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22745704#p22745704"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Friends.. she cares and concerns over me?</span> It was strange feeling he hadn't felt in a while and he suddenly recalled Mia's telepathic lecture on the value of friendship. Was this flattery that he was experiencing, realizing that Jessica did after all count someone like him as a friend? And would she really go out of her way to protect him from Quicksilver?<br/><br/>His earlier strategy began to dissolve, a small part of him wanted to keep Jessica around and hoped that she wouldn't be scared off when coming dangerously close to the fire. Had his lone wolf detective work finally taken its toll and he was craving not to continue doing this alone anymore?<br/><br/>''I... appreciate that,'' he replied, slightly stunned by Jessica's statement. <br/><br/>''We're almost there,'' said the taxi driver.<br/><br/>''Are you sure you're ready for this?'' Damien asked turning towards Jessica.</div></blockquote><br/>""I was born ready."" Jessica said with a smile. Cracking her knuckles and neck audibly. She guessed Damien's strategy might be less unsubtle than she was used to, but Jessica knew with their luck that things would soon go sour and plans and strategies might soon go out the window.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>''I don't know how or why you kids would wanna go into a place... like that, not to mention you're both underage-''<br/><br/>''As long as you get paid...'' interjected Damien before handing him a bundle of bank notes.<br/><br/>''As long as I get paid I'll drive anywhere in this city,'' affirmed the taxi driver as he took his double charged fare.<br/><br/>Jessica and Damien stepped out of the car stood a few feet away from the club where the meeting was to be held. Going in by the front entrance would have been foolish so they maneuvered around the dark alleyway towards the back entrance which was guarded by a single person, a teenage boy. Upon seeing the two he chuckled slightly before saying:<br/>''I won't say I don't understand why you'd wanna come here, but you need to be over eighteen, its grown ups only.'' He clearly had the wrong impression...<br/><br/>''Three thousand dollars,'' said Damien flat out.<br/><br/>''You expect me to believe you're carrying that kind of doh on you?''<br/><br/>''Will you let us in if we gave you $3000?''<br/><br/>''Of course I would, but I'm afraid you're pocket money isn't gonna suffice-''<br/><br/>He paused when Damien tossed a brown envelope at him. Upon catching and unsealing it his smile faded into a more serious expression. ''The f**k is this...?''<br/><br/>''Its three thousand dollars.''<br/><br/>''Holy s**t...''<br/><br/>''Well?''<br/><br/>''.... um... well.. okay....''<br/><br/>''Let us in then.''<br/><br/>''Each.''<br/><br/>''Excuse me?''<br/><br/>''Three thousand dollars for<span style=""font-style: italic"">each</span>of you,'' he demanded. ''And I'll keep you're entrance here hush hush.''<br/><br/>''Very well then...'' said Damien before tossing another envelope at him containing the same amount of cash.<br/><br/>''I officially quit this job...'' remarked the teenage boy happily counting his money before walking away from the door.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">He's a photography student looking to make some extra money, now that he has $6000 he doesn't need to associate himself with the underworld anymore... this was easy.</span><br/><br/>The two made their way inside and heard disco music playing in the background..."
1051,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=225,2014-12-10T02:29:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Islamic Republic e Jariri <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22745894#p22745894"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22745741#p22745741"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I was born ready."" Jessica said with a smile. Cracking her knuckles and neck audibly. She guessed Damien's strategy might be less unsubtle than she was used to, but Jessica knew with their luck that things would soon go sour and plans and strategies might soon go out the window.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>''I don't know how or why you kids would wanna go into a place... like that, not to mention you're both underage-''<br/><br/>''As long as you get paid...'' interjected Damien before handing him a bundle of bank notes.<br/><br/>''As long as I get paid I'll drive anywhere in this city,'' affirmed the taxi driver as he took his double charged fare. <br/><br/>Jessica and Damien stepped out of the car stood a few feet away from the club where the meeting was to be held. Going in by the front entrance would have been foolish so they maneuvered around the dark alleyway towards the back entrance which was guarded by a single person, a teenage boy. Upon seeing the two he chuckled slightly before saying:<br/> ''I won't say I don't understand why you'd wanna come here, but you need to be over eighteen, its grown ups only.'' He clearly had the wrong impression...<br/><br/>''Three thousand dollars,'' said Damien flat out.<br/><br/>''You expect me to believe you're carrying that kind of doh on you?''<br/><br/>''Will you let us in if we gave you $3000?''<br/><br/>''Of course I would, but I'm afraid you're pocket money isn't gonna suffice-''<br/><br/>He paused when Damien tossed a brown envelope at him. Upon catching and unsealing it his smile faded into a more serious expression. ''The f**k is this...?''<br/><br/>''Its three thousand dollars.''<br/><br/>''Holy s**t...''<br/><br/>''Well?''<br/><br/>''.... um... well.. okay....''<br/><br/>''Let us in then.''<br/><br/>''Each.''<br/><br/>''Excuse me?''<br/><br/>''Three thousand dollars for <span style=""font-style: italic"">each</span> of you,'' he demanded. ''And I'll keep you're entrance here hush hush.''<br/><br/>''Very well then...'' said Damien before tossing another envelope at him containing the same amount of cash. <br/><br/>''I officially quit this job...'' remarked the teenage boy happily counting his money before walking away from the door. <br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">He's a photography student looking to make some extra money, now that he has $6000 he doesn't need to associate himself with the underworld anymore... this was easy.</span><br/><br/>The two made their way inside and heard disco music playing in the background...</div></blockquote><br/>""Funny, I expected more resistance... muscular bouncers or something..."" Jessica had a slight grin on her face, normally getting into a place like this would be impossible for her without cracking a few skulls, which wasn't really worth it to get into these kinds of cesspits, but now she was here. ""Money really does make things like this easier..."" She commented, running her fingers through her hair. The feeling which had gave her a grin was swiftly fading as she realized again why it wasn't worth beating people up to get in here. ""So... what now? I mean we got in. What should we do till midnight?"""
1052,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=225,2014-12-10T03:13:00,Islamic Republic e Jariri,"<blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22745933#p22745933"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Islamic Republic e Jariri <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22745894#p22745894"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>''I don't know how or why you kids would wanna go into a place... like that, not to mention you're both underage-''<br/><br/>''As long as you get paid...'' interjected Damien before handing him a bundle of bank notes.<br/><br/>''As long as I get paid I'll drive anywhere in this city,'' affirmed the taxi driver as he took his double charged fare. <br/><br/>Jessica and Damien stepped out of the car stood a few feet away from the club where the meeting was to be held. Going in by the front entrance would have been foolish so they maneuvered around the dark alleyway towards the back entrance which was guarded by a single person, a teenage boy. Upon seeing the two he chuckled slightly before saying:<br/> ''I won't say I don't understand why you'd wanna come here, but you need to be over eighteen, its grown ups only.'' He clearly had the wrong impression...<br/><br/>''Three thousand dollars,'' said Damien flat out.<br/><br/>''You expect me to believe you're carrying that kind of doh on you?''<br/><br/>''Will you let us in if we gave you $3000?''<br/><br/>''Of course I would, but I'm afraid you're pocket money isn't gonna suffice-''<br/><br/>He paused when Damien tossed a brown envelope at him. Upon catching and unsealing it his smile faded into a more serious expression. ''The f**k is this...?''<br/><br/>''Its three thousand dollars.''<br/><br/>''Holy s**t...''<br/><br/>''Well?''<br/><br/>''.... um... well.. okay....''<br/><br/>''Let us in then.''<br/><br/>''Each.''<br/><br/>''Excuse me?''<br/><br/>''Three thousand dollars for <span style=""font-style: italic"">each</span> of you,'' he demanded. ''And I'll keep you're entrance here hush hush.''<br/><br/>''Very well then...'' said Damien before tossing another envelope at him containing the same amount of cash. <br/><br/>''I officially quit this job...'' remarked the teenage boy happily counting his money before walking away from the door. <br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">He's a photography student looking to make some extra money, now that he has $6000 he doesn't need to associate himself with the underworld anymore... this was easy.</span><br/><br/>The two made their way inside and heard disco music playing in the background...</div></blockquote><br/>""Funny, I expected more resistance... muscular bouncers or something..."" Jessica had a slight grin on her face, normally getting into a place like this would be impossible for her without cracking a few skulls, which wasn't really worth it to get into these kinds of cesspits, but now she was here. ""Money really does make things like this easier..."" She commented, running her fingers through her hair. The feeling which had gave her a grin was swiftly fading as she realized again why it wasn't worth beating people up to get in here. ""So... what now? I mean we got in. What should we do till midnight?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>''We wait, we observe, we blend in, act discreet and avoid drawing unnecessary attention to ourselves. This place doesn't expect kids to find a way in but won't suspect kids of conducting undercover espionage either, so as long as we behave ourselves security will have better things to do than to waste their time with us,'' replied Damien. He wanted to keep things according to plan, hopefully avoid causing any eruptions of violence unless necessary. This was to be a simple mission for gathering intel...<br/><br/>''One iced latte please,'' ordered Damien as he sat opposite a bar counter. Nothing better than caffeine to help him think.<br/><br/>The other customers sitting down looked surprised at the appearance of him and Jessica and were obviously unsure at what the two were doing in here, though did seemed amused. This establishment was fully legal per se after all...<br/><br/>Damien recognized the background music being played was by a British boy band, though he couldn't remember its name. He himself had a rather mediocre opinion of the music as he saw people dancing to it.<br/><br/>''Anything for your young lady friend?'' asked the bar tender, clearly humoring himself with the situation, unaware of why these two were really here."
1053,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=250,2014-12-10T03:56:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Islamic Republic e Jariri <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22746052#p22746052"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22745933#p22745933"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Funny, I expected more resistance... muscular bouncers or something..."" Jessica had a slight grin on her face, normally getting into a place like this would be impossible for her without cracking a few skulls, which wasn't really worth it to get into these kinds of cesspits, but now she was here. ""Money really does make things like this easier..."" She commented, running her fingers through her hair. The feeling which had gave her a grin was swiftly fading as she realized again why it wasn't worth beating people up to get in here. ""So... what now? I mean we got in. What should we do till midnight?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>''We wait, we observe, we blend in, act discreet and avoid drawing unnecessary attention to ourselves. This place doesn't expect kids to find a way in but won't suspect kids of conducting undercover espionage either, so as long as we behave ourselves security will have better things to do than to waste their time with us,'' replied Damien. He wanted to keep things according to plan, hopefully avoid causing any eruptions of violence unless necessary. This was to be a simple mission for gathering intel...<br/><br/>''One iced latte please,'' ordered Damien as he sat opposite a bar counter. Nothing better than caffeine to help him think.<br/><br/>The other customers sitting down looked surprised at the appearance of him and Jessica and were obviously unsure at what the two were doing in here, though did seemed amused. This establishment was fully legal per se after all...<br/><br/>Damien recognized the background music being played was by a British boy band, though he couldn't remember its name. He himself had a rather mediocre opinion of the music as he saw people dancing to it.<br/><br/>''Anything for your young lady friend?'' asked the bar tender, clearly humoring himself with the situation, unaware of why these two were really here.</div></blockquote><br/>""Sounds good I suppose. I'll follow your lead on this one, seeing as you're better at this espionage stuff than me."" Jessica replied, following Damien to the bar counter, noting the smell of the place. It was not pleasant. Jessica tried her best not to think about what that smell might be and just focused on ordering a drink. ""Though, do let me know when faces need smashing."" She quietly continued, before the bar tender spoke. She raised an eyebrow as he mentioned her age.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Young? I'm fairly sure I'm older than you bub.</span>She thought, ""Same thing he's having."" She replied, supposing she could do with some caffeine too. Jessica wondered if she could drink alcohol, though decided against it. Her constitution was strong enough, but she didn't want to get drunk while her wits might be required."
1054,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=250,2014-12-10T10:31:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Claudia Leistner / Shiloh Haverfield, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Ignoring the hobo and the orange-haired boy, Claudia left her perch to go after Damien and the blonde girl. She watched like a hawk, sitting among the branches of a random tree, waiting for the two to leave the orphanage. When they did, Claudia was on the move again, flitting after the taxi, never mistaking it for another. Just in case she missed it, one of her puppets was moving ahead to point her in the right direction if and when she missed a corner. Shiloh went on to follow Damien and Jessica to the orphanage as well, but lost them while he was getting himself some ice cream with his allowance.<br/><br/>""Damn it, damn it!"" he threw a tantrum right in front of the ice cream truck and dropped his ice cream. So he got another one.<br/>It was alright, anyway. His grandfather and grandmother would think he was at Portia's... Or would they? Shrugging, he continued with a hand in his pocket and the other carrying the ice cream stick. He knew the way to this stripping devil place anyway, so it wasn't too hard to do. The only problem was, on the way there, there were perverts, muggers, and crooked cops. He could get in trouble. So he finished his ice cream stick and jumped up. It didn't take him long to reach the disco bar, or whatever it was. On top of one of the buildings, there was that snowy haired woman with two wooden people. Surprisingly, she seemed to notice Shiloh, as she looked straight up at him, and gestured for him to keep quiet. He nodded to her, and she smiled.<br/><br/>With a gulp, Shiloh descended, much to Claudia's surprise. She hadn't expected him to come down to her. Upon landing, he stared up at her like a moron. Claudia could only stare back.<br/><br/>""Yes?"" she began, getting nervous.<br/><br/>""You look like that bloody dress lady with the knives. Are you her?""<br/><br/>""Wh-what?"" Claudia shrugged. ""No... I use knives, but my dress isn't bloody. How rude of you.""<br/><br/>Shiloh suddenly looked embarrassed. ""I-I didn't mean to be rude! U-uh... I just... I thought you were someone else. I'm sorry.""<br/><br/>Being understanding, Claudia nodded and turned back to the club. She continued to watch, and dispatched her puppets to different positions around to make sure that Damien and the girl didn't slip under her nose. Shiloh wondered why she was with them, but remembered what she'd said to Damien earlier. She was a cousin, apparently. Anyway, right now, Shiloh had to stay up here as well, as there would definitely be some people in the club that wouldn't like the sight of him. He really didn't want to start a fire in there.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>""No problem, buddy."" replied the car, its right headlight flashing once, as if blinking. Several people along the street froze and stared at the strange car. Some glances were less than admiring. More envious, actually. Alice was just about to get up when the door opened for her. There stood Kyle, and so she smiled and stepped out, pushing some of her hair behind her ear.<br/>""Thanks,"" she said, taking Kyle's free hand and getting out of the door's way. Prince shut the door so the two lovebirds could get on with their date. He knew, of course. He had been informed by his owner beforehand.<br/><br/>""Alright, let's go, Kyle West."" said Alice, waving to Prince before leaving towards the building she assumed was the cinema. It was obvious, as there was some title up on the lighted sign, but Alice really wasn't sure. She paused for a moment in mid-step and turned to Kyle with a questioning look on her face. She pointed at the sign.<br/><br/>""That's the cinema, right?"" she asked naively.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Natalia Verlaine / Cassidy Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Both sisters smiled at Julia, with Cassidy's more prominent than Natalia's. They glanced at each other as the lady moved on to the bagged corpses with her cigarette and everything. Both girls found her unsettling. And that scent of blood on her, it was just awful, no matter how polite they wanted to be, they couldn't avoid it. Cassidy noted how the lady seemed to have heard her comment and immediately regretted it. Maybe she should have told it to Natalia digitally.<br/><br/>""It's a pleasure to meet you, too."" said Natalia, giving a slight bow, like the Japanese would. Cassidy was far too embarrased to give any more reactions. Her eyes drifted up again to watch as Julia took one of the bags and placed it in the trunk of her vehicle. The other came in next, but the last one couldn't fit. Cassidy spoke up to compensate for her blunder earlier.<br/><br/>""Is there space in your vehicle's cabin for the last one?"" she asked, putting her fingers on her chin and smiling as confidently as she could.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Timothy Allencourt / Knox Stanforth, 2027</span></span></div><br/>During the middle of their little mission, Timothy found that trying to directly infiltrate the Silver Queen's stronghold was useless. It seemed as if they had been spotted long before they could get far inside. It was pretty good that no one had the time to see and recognize them, otherwise, they'd be in big trouble. Despite their powers and place in the underworld food chain, they were still kids. They had never seen the Silver Queen in person before, and so were not sure whether they were to discern her a youth or an adult. Though they assumed she was the latter.<br/><br/>Craving for a drink, Timothy as his driver(Zach) to take them to the Devil's Strippers Club. There were pretty decent beverages there. Not many good restaurants would be open at this time, for sure. Knox was forced to go and was sure he'd be ogled when he got there. But he didn't bother to tell Timothy about his discomfort, letting his over-altruism get the better of him yet again. The blue 1960 sedan stopped right at the doors of the Club, and Timothy with Knox came out. Like always, Timothy had that critical, intimidating look on his face. Knox looked less confident, staying right behind him. The man at the front door let the two in immediately, aware of their reputation. Like Knox expected, some drunk men were staring at him and Timothy, wondering why he looked like a girl, but was obviously a boy. Timothy led Knox to the bar at which Damien and Jessica were seated, and noticed the two children in an instant. It wasn't hard to make out two kids among all these drunk and most likely horny grown-ups.<br/><br/>""How nice."" he commented sarcastically, but seeing Damien's suit, he thought he was an upper-class boy. He seemed to act as one, anyway. ""Are you an aspiring gang leader as well?"" asked Timothy politely as Knox inched closer to him, away from a burly man with a glass of tequila. Timothy looked past Damien at Jessica and frowned.<span style=""font-style: italic"">A girlfriend and a place in a club like this? More than strange... Suspicious, in fact.</span>""Investigating, are you?"" he then asked suddenly, sharply, narrowing his eyes at Damien. His voice was hushed however, as he had no intentions of starting a conflict in this establishment.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Portia Damon-Cowles, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Sitting at her bedroom window, Portia sighed worriedly. Her dream boyfriend was nowhere to be found. The authorities said nothing about the crash either, no matter how much she threatened them. Did that mean Shiloh was dead? It couldn't. Feeling as if she was about to cry, Portia simply shook her head and yawned. But maybe if she hadn't called him to the City Hall that time, he would still be around. She really did hope that he was unhurt. Really, she could continue searching for him right now, but there was no time. Her father wanted her home for dinner and bed. He didn't seem to know that she was very close when that man with the electric superpowers had used his weapon and disrupted the City Hall Summit.<br/><br/>Less than happy or confident about herself, Portia dragged her feet as she returned to her huge four poster bed and went to sleep with dreams of being a princess, and Shiloh being the prince, of course."
1055,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=250,2014-12-10T13:55:00,Islamic Republic e Jariri,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22748433#p22748433"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Claudia Leistner / Shiloh Haverfield, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Ignoring the hobo and the orange-haired boy, Claudia left her perch to go after Damien and the blonde girl. She watched like a hawk, sitting among the branches of a random tree, waiting for the two to leave the orphanage. When they did, Claudia was on the move again, flitting after the taxi, never mistaking it for another. Just in case she missed it, one of her puppets was moving ahead to point her in the right direction if and when she missed a corner. Shiloh went on to follow Damien and Jessica to the orphanage as well, but lost them while he was getting himself some ice cream with his allowance.<br/><br/>""Damn it, damn it!"" he threw a tantrum right in front of the ice cream truck and dropped his ice cream. So he got another one. <br/>It was alright, anyway. His grandfather and grandmother would think he was at Portia's... Or would they? Shrugging, he continued with a hand in his pocket and the other carrying the ice cream stick. He knew the way to this stripping devil place anyway, so it wasn't too hard to do. The only problem was, on the way there, there were perverts, muggers, and crooked cops. He could get in trouble. So he finished his ice cream stick and jumped up. It didn't take him long to reach the disco bar, or whatever it was. On top of one of the buildings, there was that snowy haired woman with two wooden people. Surprisingly, she seemed to notice Shiloh, as she looked straight up at him, and gestured for him to keep quiet. He nodded to her, and she smiled. <br/><br/>With a gulp, Shiloh descended, much to Claudia's surprise. She hadn't expected him to come down to her. Upon landing, he stared up at her like a moron. Claudia could only stare back.<br/><br/>""Yes?"" she began, getting nervous.<br/><br/>""You look like that bloody dress lady with the knives. Are you her?"" <br/><br/>""Wh-what?"" Claudia shrugged. ""No... I use knives, but my dress isn't bloody. How rude of you.""<br/><br/>Shiloh suddenly looked embarrassed. ""I-I didn't mean to be rude! U-uh... I just... I thought you were someone else. I'm sorry.""<br/><br/>Being understanding, Claudia nodded and turned back to the club. She continued to watch, and dispatched her puppets to different positions around to make sure that Damien and the girl didn't slip under her nose. Shiloh wondered why she was with them, but remembered what she'd said to Damien earlier. She was a cousin, apparently. Anyway, right now, Shiloh had to stay up here as well, as there would definitely be some people in the club that wouldn't like the sight of him. He really didn't want to start a fire in there. <br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>""No problem, buddy."" replied the car, its right headlight flashing once, as if blinking. Several people along the street froze and stared at the strange car. Some glances were less than admiring. More envious, actually. Alice was just about to get up when the door opened for her. There stood Kyle, and so she smiled and stepped out, pushing some of her hair behind her ear. <br/>""Thanks,"" she said, taking Kyle's free hand and getting out of the door's way. Prince shut the door so the two lovebirds could get on with their date. He knew, of course. He had been informed by his owner beforehand.<br/><br/>""Alright, let's go, Kyle West."" said Alice, waving to Prince before leaving towards the building she assumed was the cinema. It was obvious, as there was some title up on the lighted sign, but Alice really wasn't sure. She paused for a moment in mid-step and turned to Kyle with a questioning look on her face. She pointed at the sign.<br/><br/>""That's the cinema, right?"" she asked naively.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Natalia Verlaine / Cassidy Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Both sisters smiled at Julia, with Cassidy's more prominent than Natalia's. They glanced at each other as the lady moved on to the bagged corpses with her cigarette and everything. Both girls found her unsettling. And that scent of blood on her, it was just awful, no matter how polite they wanted to be, they couldn't avoid it. Cassidy noted how the lady seemed to have heard her comment and immediately regretted it. Maybe she should have told it to Natalia digitally.<br/><br/>""It's a pleasure to meet you, too."" said Natalia, giving a slight bow, like the Japanese would. Cassidy was far too embarrased to give any more reactions. Her eyes drifted up again to watch as Julia took one of the bags and placed it in the trunk of her vehicle. The other came in next, but the last one couldn't fit. Cassidy spoke up to compensate for her blunder earlier.<br/><br/>""Is there space in your vehicle's cabin for the last one?"" she asked, putting her fingers on her chin and smiling as confidently as she could.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Timothy Allencourt / Knox Stanforth, 2027</span></span></div><br/>During the middle of their little mission, Timothy found that trying to directly infiltrate the Silver Queen's stronghold was useless. It seemed as if they had been spotted long before they could get far inside. It was pretty good that no one had the time to see and recognize them, otherwise, they'd be in big trouble. Despite their powers and place in the underworld food chain, they were still kids. They had never seen the Silver Queen in person before, and so were not sure whether they were to discern her a youth or an adult. Though they assumed she was the latter.<br/><br/>Craving for a drink, Timothy as his driver(Zach) to take them to the Devil's Strippers Club. There were pretty decent beverages there. Not many good restaurants would be open at this time, for sure. Knox was forced to go and was sure he'd be ogled when he got there. But he didn't bother to tell Timothy about his discomfort, letting his over-altruism get the better of him yet again. The blue 1960 sedan stopped right at the doors of the Club, and Timothy with Knox came out. Like always, Timothy had that critical, intimidating look on his face. Knox looked less confident, staying right behind him. The man at the front door let the two in immediately, aware of their reputation. Like Knox expected, some drunk men were staring at him and Timothy, wondering why he looked like a girl, but was obviously a boy. Timothy led Knox to the bar at which Damien and Jessica were seated, and noticed the two children in an instant. It wasn't hard to make out two kids among all these drunk and most likely horny grown-ups.<br/><br/>""How nice."" he commented sarcastically, but seeing Damien's suit, he thought he was an upper-class boy. He seemed to act as one, anyway. ""Are you an aspiring gang leader as well?"" asked Timothy politely as Knox inched closer to him, away from a burly man with a glass of tequila. Timothy looked past Damien at Jessica and frowned. <span style=""font-style: italic"">A girlfriend and a place in a club like this? More than strange... Suspicious, in fact.</span> ""Investigating, are you?"" he then asked suddenly, sharply, narrowing his eyes at Damien. His voice was hushed however, as he had no intentions of starting a conflict in this establishment.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>''I<span style=""font-style: italic"">am</span>an undercover private investigator and definitely not just a kid and his annoying sister here with our deadbeat excuse of a dad,'' replied Damien sarcastically, rolling his eyes over before glancing towards a drunken man in a business suit being taken into a private room.<br/><br/>''He hasn't been the same since he lost his wife, in a boating accident,'' deduced Damien though making it sound like he had already known it.<br/><br/>''<span style=""font-style: italic"">Funny</span>,'' came a light and calm voice as a man in his late twenties sat down next to the Ace. He had shiny jet black hair and skin as pale as Damien's and his most noticeable trait being his crimson eyes. There was a warm smile to his face but it was difficult to tell if it was genuine or if he was faking it. This man was the Blackjack, another major kingpin of the Washington Underworld. Normally he and the Ace were sworn enemies but considering the both of them were under neutral territory he saw it fit to sit right next to the young man he had tried to have killed on many occasions.<br/><br/>''Your wrists are sticking out of your sleeves, that shows this suit isn't tailored to your size, perhaps its second hand but that wouldn't make sense since your father is clearly a man of fortune. He does share your blackish-brown hair color though but his eyes are black, unlike your hazel gold pupils. This girl with you is interesting, shiny blond hair and emerald green eyes, I really can't pick up the sibling resemblance, unless of course you're not biologically related.''<br/><br/>He leaned forward towards Jessica and sniffed his nose: ''You smell like a hospital, why is that?''<br/><br/>Damien maintained a cool and calm exterior but inside he felt dumbfounded. This man possesses a genius level of analytic deduction, same as himself. He was rather impressed by this, to finally meet someone of his own mental caliber. Then again it was a bit too early to call for that, he wanted to continue observing just what kind of character this pale faced individual was."
1056,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=250,2014-12-10T15:41:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Islamic Republic e Jariri <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22750377#p22750377"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22748433#p22748433"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Claudia Leistner / Shiloh Haverfield, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Ignoring the hobo and the orange-haired boy, Claudia left her perch to go after Damien and the blonde girl. She watched like a hawk, sitting among the branches of a random tree, waiting for the two to leave the orphanage. When they did, Claudia was on the move again, flitting after the taxi, never mistaking it for another. Just in case she missed it, one of her puppets was moving ahead to point her in the right direction if and when she missed a corner. Shiloh went on to follow Damien and Jessica to the orphanage as well, but lost them while he was getting himself some ice cream with his allowance.<br/><br/>""Damn it, damn it!"" he threw a tantrum right in front of the ice cream truck and dropped his ice cream. So he got another one. <br/>It was alright, anyway. His grandfather and grandmother would think he was at Portia's... Or would they? Shrugging, he continued with a hand in his pocket and the other carrying the ice cream stick. He knew the way to this stripping devil place anyway, so it wasn't too hard to do. The only problem was, on the way there, there were perverts, muggers, and crooked cops. He could get in trouble. So he finished his ice cream stick and jumped up. It didn't take him long to reach the disco bar, or whatever it was. On top of one of the buildings, there was that snowy haired woman with two wooden people. Surprisingly, she seemed to notice Shiloh, as she looked straight up at him, and gestured for him to keep quiet. He nodded to her, and she smiled. <br/><br/>With a gulp, Shiloh descended, much to Claudia's surprise. She hadn't expected him to come down to her. Upon landing, he stared up at her like a moron. Claudia could only stare back.<br/><br/>""Yes?"" she began, getting nervous.<br/><br/>""You look like that bloody dress lady with the knives. Are you her?"" <br/><br/>""Wh-what?"" Claudia shrugged. ""No... I use knives, but my dress isn't bloody. How rude of you.""<br/><br/>Shiloh suddenly looked embarrassed. ""I-I didn't mean to be rude! U-uh... I just... I thought you were someone else. I'm sorry.""<br/><br/>Being understanding, Claudia nodded and turned back to the club. She continued to watch, and dispatched her puppets to different positions around to make sure that Damien and the girl didn't slip under her nose. Shiloh wondered why she was with them, but remembered what she'd said to Damien earlier. She was a cousin, apparently. Anyway, right now, Shiloh had to stay up here as well, as there would definitely be some people in the club that wouldn't like the sight of him. He really didn't want to start a fire in there. <br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>""No problem, buddy."" replied the car, its right headlight flashing once, as if blinking. Several people along the street froze and stared at the strange car. Some glances were less than admiring. More envious, actually. Alice was just about to get up when the door opened for her. There stood Kyle, and so she smiled and stepped out, pushing some of her hair behind her ear. <br/>""Thanks,"" she said, taking Kyle's free hand and getting out of the door's way. Prince shut the door so the two lovebirds could get on with their date. He knew, of course. He had been informed by his owner beforehand.<br/><br/>""Alright, let's go, Kyle West."" said Alice, waving to Prince before leaving towards the building she assumed was the cinema. It was obvious, as there was some title up on the lighted sign, but Alice really wasn't sure. She paused for a moment in mid-step and turned to Kyle with a questioning look on her face. She pointed at the sign.<br/><br/>""That's the cinema, right?"" she asked naively.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Natalia Verlaine / Cassidy Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Both sisters smiled at Julia, with Cassidy's more prominent than Natalia's. They glanced at each other as the lady moved on to the bagged corpses with her cigarette and everything. Both girls found her unsettling. And that scent of blood on her, it was just awful, no matter how polite they wanted to be, they couldn't avoid it. Cassidy noted how the lady seemed to have heard her comment and immediately regretted it. Maybe she should have told it to Natalia digitally.<br/><br/>""It's a pleasure to meet you, too."" said Natalia, giving a slight bow, like the Japanese would. Cassidy was far too embarrased to give any more reactions. Her eyes drifted up again to watch as Julia took one of the bags and placed it in the trunk of her vehicle. The other came in next, but the last one couldn't fit. Cassidy spoke up to compensate for her blunder earlier.<br/><br/>""Is there space in your vehicle's cabin for the last one?"" she asked, putting her fingers on her chin and smiling as confidently as she could.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Timothy Allencourt / Knox Stanforth, 2027</span></span></div><br/>During the middle of their little mission, Timothy found that trying to directly infiltrate the Silver Queen's stronghold was useless. It seemed as if they had been spotted long before they could get far inside. It was pretty good that no one had the time to see and recognize them, otherwise, they'd be in big trouble. Despite their powers and place in the underworld food chain, they were still kids. They had never seen the Silver Queen in person before, and so were not sure whether they were to discern her a youth or an adult. Though they assumed she was the latter.<br/><br/>Craving for a drink, Timothy as his driver(Zach) to take them to the Devil's Strippers Club. There were pretty decent beverages there. Not many good restaurants would be open at this time, for sure. Knox was forced to go and was sure he'd be ogled when he got there. But he didn't bother to tell Timothy about his discomfort, letting his over-altruism get the better of him yet again. The blue 1960 sedan stopped right at the doors of the Club, and Timothy with Knox came out. Like always, Timothy had that critical, intimidating look on his face. Knox looked less confident, staying right behind him. The man at the front door let the two in immediately, aware of their reputation. Like Knox expected, some drunk men were staring at him and Timothy, wondering why he looked like a girl, but was obviously a boy. Timothy led Knox to the bar at which Damien and Jessica were seated, and noticed the two children in an instant. It wasn't hard to make out two kids among all these drunk and most likely horny grown-ups.<br/><br/>""How nice."" he commented sarcastically, but seeing Damien's suit, he thought he was an upper-class boy. He seemed to act as one, anyway. ""Are you an aspiring gang leader as well?"" asked Timothy politely as Knox inched closer to him, away from a burly man with a glass of tequila. Timothy looked past Damien at Jessica and frowned. <span style=""font-style: italic"">A girlfriend and a place in a club like this? More than strange... Suspicious, in fact.</span> ""Investigating, are you?"" he then asked suddenly, sharply, narrowing his eyes at Damien. His voice was hushed however, as he had no intentions of starting a conflict in this establishment.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>''I <span style=""font-style: italic"">am</span> an undercover private investigator and definitely not just a kid and his annoying sister here with our deadbeat excuse of a dad,'' replied Damien sarcastically, rolling his eyes over before glancing towards a drunken man in a business suit being taken into a private room. <br/><br/>''He hasn't been the same since he lost his wife, in a boating accident,'' deduced Damien though making it sound like he had already known it.<br/><br/>''<span style=""font-style: italic"">Funny</span>,'' came a light and calm voice as a man in his late twenties sat down next to the Ace. He had shiny jet black hair and skin as pale as Damien's and his most noticeable trait being his crimson eyes. There was a warm smile to his face but it was difficult to tell if it was genuine or if he was faking it. This man was the Blackjack, another major kingpin of the Washington Underworld. Normally he and the Ace were sworn enemies but considering the both of them were under neutral territory he saw it fit to sit right next to the young man he had tried to have killed on many occasions. <br/><br/>''Your wrists are sticking out of your sleeves, that shows this suit isn't tailored to your size, perhaps its second hand but that wouldn't make sense since your father is clearly a man of fortune. He does share your blackish-brown hair color though but his eyes are black, unlike your hazel gold pupils. This girl with you is interesting, shiny blond hair and emerald green eyes, I really can't pick up the sibling resemblance, unless of course you're not biologically related.''<br/><br/>He leaned forward towards Jessica and sniffed his nose: ''You smell like a hospital, why is that?''<br/><br/>Damien maintained a cool and calm exterior but inside he felt dumbfounded. This man possesses a genius level of analytic deduction, same as himself. He was rather impressed by this, to finally meet someone of his own mental caliber. Then again it was a bit too early to call for that, he wanted to continue observing just what kind of character this pale faced individual was.</div></blockquote><br/>""I smell like a hospital cause I was at a hospital."" Jessica replied, face just as cool as Damiens, though with just a hint of irritation. If she and Damien were caught, she was confident she could fight her way out of this place. She was unsure about the Ace though, she might have trouble with him. ""My daddy works there, so I help him out sometimes. And you're right, we're not related."" She continued, spinning around to face this newcomer. She then feigned disinterest and turned around to face the bartender, waiting for her drink."
1057,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=250,2014-12-10T15:58:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22748433#p22748433"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>""No problem, buddy."" replied the car, its right headlight flashing once, as if blinking. Several people along the street froze and stared at the strange car. Some glances were less than admiring. More envious, actually. Alice was just about to get up when the door opened for her. There stood Kyle, and so she smiled and stepped out, pushing some of her hair behind her ear. <br/>""Thanks,"" she said, taking Kyle's free hand and getting out of the door's way. Prince shut the door so the two lovebirds could get on with their date. He knew, of course. He had been informed by his owner beforehand.<br/><br/>""Alright, let's go, Kyle West."" said Alice, waving to Prince before leaving towards the building she assumed was the cinema. It was obvious, as there was some title up on the lighted sign, but Alice really wasn't sure. She paused for a moment in mid-step and turned to Kyle with a questioning look on her face. She pointed at the sign.<br/><br/>""That's the cinema, right?"" she asked naively.</div></blockquote><br/>""Yup."" Kyle replied, leading her into it. He quickly headed to the theatre, going to the counter for tickets. He seemed excited, barely able to stay still for a moment. The drive had gotten his adrenalin flowing.<br/><br/>""Two tickets for..."" he looked at the lists of showings behind the clerk. ""For Cyber Space please.... the soonest showing. Seats D4 and 5."" He said, the clerk looked at them with a raised eyebrow, then sighed, typing at the machine.<br/><br/>""That will be in two hours."" She said, Kyle nodded, paying the money for the tickets. ""Have fun... I suppose..."" She sighed, seeming tired and generally down, handing the tickets over.<br/><br/>Kyle turned back to Alice, smiling. ""So, wanna go grab the cheesecake while we wait?""<br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Natalia Verlaine / Cassidy Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Both sisters smiled at Julia, with Cassidy's more prominent than Natalia's. They glanced at each other as the lady moved on to the bagged corpses with her cigarette and everything. Both girls found her unsettling. And that scent of blood on her, it was just awful, no matter how polite they wanted to be, they couldn't avoid it. Cassidy noted how the lady seemed to have heard her comment and immediately regretted it. Maybe she should have told it to Natalia digitally.<br/><br/>""It's a pleasure to meet you, too."" said Natalia, giving a slight bow, like the Japanese would. Cassidy was far too embarrased to give any more reactions. Her eyes drifted up again to watch as Julia took one of the bags and placed it in the trunk of her vehicle. The other came in next, but the last one couldn't fit. Cassidy spoke up to compensate for her blunder earlier.<br/><br/>""Is there space in your vehicle's cabin for the last one?"" she asked, putting her fingers on her chin and smiling as confidently as she could.</div></blockquote><br/>""There should be room in the back."" She replied, shoving another of the corpses into the trunk and then shutting it's door. She turned to the next one, and as she said, it seemed to fit nicely in the space between the back seat and the front seat. Helen was glad no one was watching, though barely anyone came down this road, there was Kyle, so she couldn't be quite sure of that anymore.<br/><br/>""You sure you don't want anything else? You don't want to come in and have something to eat?"" Helen asked, ""I mean, we haven't seen each other in ages, and I don't want to feel like I'm using you.""<br/><br/>""Oh no...."" Julia said, pausing. ""Dinner is already sorted now."" She said cryptically before turning to Natalia and Cassidy. ""Again, glad to meet you both. Sorry if I made you feel uncomfortable... I tend to do that to people, so don't feel guilty."" She replied, looking down with some shame before she got in the car, driving off.<br/><br/>Helen seemed to relax after she left, as if she had been unconsciously tensing."
1058,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=250,2014-12-10T18:10:00,Islamic Republic e Jariri,"<blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22751627#p22751627"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Islamic Republic e Jariri <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22750377#p22750377"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>''I <span style=""font-style: italic"">am</span> an undercover private investigator and definitely not just a kid and his annoying sister here with our deadbeat excuse of a dad,'' replied Damien sarcastically, rolling his eyes over before glancing towards a drunken man in a business suit being taken into a private room. <br/><br/>''He hasn't been the same since he lost his wife, in a boating accident,'' deduced Damien though making it sound like he had already known it.<br/><br/>''<span style=""font-style: italic"">Funny</span>,'' came a light and calm voice as a man in his late twenties sat down next to the Ace. He had shiny jet black hair and skin as pale as Damien's and his most noticeable trait being his crimson eyes. There was a warm smile to his face but it was difficult to tell if it was genuine or if he was faking it. This man was the Blackjack, another major kingpin of the Washington Underworld. Normally he and the Ace were sworn enemies but considering the both of them were under neutral territory he saw it fit to sit right next to the young man he had tried to have killed on many occasions. <br/><br/>''Your wrists are sticking out of your sleeves, that shows this suit isn't tailored to your size, perhaps its second hand but that wouldn't make sense since your father is clearly a man of fortune. He does share your blackish-brown hair color though but his eyes are black, unlike your hazel gold pupils. This girl with you is interesting, shiny blond hair and emerald green eyes, I really can't pick up the sibling resemblance, unless of course you're not biologically related.''<br/><br/>He leaned forward towards Jessica and sniffed his nose: ''You smell like a hospital, why is that?''<br/><br/>Damien maintained a cool and calm exterior but inside he felt dumbfounded. This man possesses a genius level of analytic deduction, same as himself. He was rather impressed by this, to finally meet someone of his own mental caliber. Then again it was a bit too early to call for that, he wanted to continue observing just what kind of character this pale faced individual was.</div></blockquote><br/>""I smell like a hospital cause I was at a hospital."" Jessica replied, face just as cool as Damien's, though with just a hint of irritation. If she and Damien were caught, she was confident she could fight her way out of this place. She was unsure about the Ace though, she might have trouble with him. ""My daddy works there, so I help him out sometimes. And you're right, we're not related."" She continued, spinning around to face this newcomer. She then feigned disinterest and turned around to face the bartender, waiting for her drink.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>''Here you are,'' said the bar tender, giving them what they ordered. ''Two iced lattes. Now are one of you gonna pay for it or should I just put this on your father's tab?''<br/><br/>Damien was about to reach out for his wallet before the Blackjack suddenly spoke out: ''Its no worries, I'll pay for it,'' he said with a cheerful grin.<br/><br/>''Oh, well if its own you sir, then its half price.''<br/><br/>''Put in on my tab, I'll pay you back<span style=""font-style: italic"">full</span>price,'' replied Blackjack before turning back at Jessica and Damien.<br/>''Something big is going to go down her tonight at midnight. I'm sure you two already know what it is.''<br/><br/>''You're Blackjack aren't you?'' asked Damien. ''The infamous blackmailer of the Washington Underworld. And you must be-''<br/><br/>''He's the Ace of Hearts,'' replied Blackjack. ''Because he has a tattoo of a heart on his bottom.''<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">What....? How would he know that... I've heard about how he carries a black notebook that gives him dirt on every major figure in this city, though that's only a rumor...</span><br/><br/>''Well, well, if it ain't the Ace of Crime and the Blackjack of Blackmail, actually sitting side by side next to a bunch of sneaky little kids...'' came a female voice. It was a woman in a long white dress with blue hair. This must have been the Blue Bishop, a renowned former beauty model. Damien had heard how she had the power to<span style=""font-style: italic"">captivate</span>people around her under varying degrees, which he understood to be some form of pheromone manipulation.<br/><br/>''Blue Bishop,'' smiled Blackjack, slightly bowing his head to appease the woman's superiority complex. ''A pleasure to see you again.''<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">For a guy whose sitting under a roof surrounded by three of his worst enemies, he's relatively... cheery. I guess he takes this neutral gang ground seriously... or not seriously at all...</span><br/><br/>A strange sensation began to overcome his mind, the Blue Bishop seemed beautiful in an intimidating way and he realized the pheromone manipulation must have been having a mild effect on him, though it only lasted for a few brief seconds before he managed to shrug it off. He felt dizzy and took a big gulp of his iced latte."
1059,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=250,2014-12-10T18:39:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Timothy Allencourt / Knox Stanforth / Zachary Foster, 2027</span></span></div><br/>His suspicions were correct, apparently, good old Blackjack flipped the card for them all. Knox was listening now, leaning against the counter. Though Timothy's expression changed to a sharp, murderous one at the mention of his bottom.<br/>""Are you a pervert or something? How do you even know that?"" he asked, sneering. ""It only appears when I shift, mind you.""<br/><br/>Tim then turned to Damien and Jessica, then ignoring them. If they got in here, they could get out. From the crowd around them then, A hooded boy with colourless hair emerged, looking disinterested in everything. Timothy gestured for him to take a seat on one of the chairs. But Zach's eyes were locked on only one person. Damien. He had never looked so surprised in his entire life. He was around 40 now, and he only saw his squad member now, after all those years?<br/><br/>""X10?"" he muttered, making Timothy groan. The boy adjusted his glasses and turned back to the counter, calling the bartender over.<br/><br/>""A glass of Absolut, please. Like I always have it."" he said, turning to Knox as if to ask if he wanted anything. The younger boy shrugged, then pointed to the milkshake. Timothy got it for him. After that, he face both the Blackjack and the Blue Bishop.<br/>""Hmmm..."" he grinned as he took a sip of his vodka. ""Just so you two know... I'm not interested in that warehouse. My jacks are all shapeshifters. They could turn into weapons if they wanted it so. You can kick each others' asses for all I care.""<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>""Cyber Space?"" Alice read the title, an index finger resting on her chin. It was probably something about space and dumb things like that. She kind of wanted to go to space now, too. ""That sounds nice.""<br/><br/>""Yes, please!"" Alice agreed to having cheesecake before their movie started. It sure would suck if they missed it, so she guessed that sh would eat faster, unless she wanted more slices. According to Natalia, cheesecake was really good. Like, really, really, really good.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Natalia Verlaine / Cassidy Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>The two synthetics simply smiled, then waved, almost simultaneously as Julia left. The smell of blood from her became faint, and that of the men Cassidy had killed turned more powerful. She grimaced.<br/>""She's going to eat those bodies, isn't she?"" she guessed, sticking her tongue out.<br/><br/>Natalia only shrugged, then headed back inside ahead of the two. She needed to put the TV back together soon. Otherwise.<br/>There was the sink, as well. Gesturing for Cassidy to follow she said, ""Come on, sis. I sorta need your help."""
1060,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=250,2014-12-10T19:13:00,Islamic Republic e Jariri,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22753903#p22753903"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Timothy Allencourt / Knox Stanforth / Zachary Foster, 2027</span></span></div><br/>His suspicions were correct, apparently, good old Blackjack flipped the card for them all. Knox was listening now, leaning against the counter. Though Timothy's expression changed to a sharp, murderous one at the mention of his bottom. <br/>""Are you a pervert or something? How do you even know that?"" he asked, sneering. ""It only appears when I shift, mind you.""<br/><br/>Tim then turned to Damien and Jessica, then ignoring them. If they got in here, they could get out. From the crowd around them then, A hooded boy with colourless hair emerged, looking disinterested in everything. Timothy gestured for him to take a seat on one of the chairs. But Zach's eyes were locked on only one person. Damien. He had never looked so surprised in his entire life. He was around 40 now, and he only saw his squad member now, after all those years?<br/><br/>""X10?"" he muttered, making Timothy groan. The boy adjusted his glasses and turned back to the counter, calling the bartender over.<br/></div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Don't tell me... and again here in Washington... this city must be cursed or something...</span><br/><br/>''Zach...'' replied Damien in a nonchalant tone, his eyes slowly narrowing. Just his plain rotten luck, to have his cover blown by yet another old 'friend' of his, or in this case his former superior officer in the Sanctioned, before Damien betrayed it and escaped all those years ago. That was not long before the Order collapsed in 2017. The last time he came in touch with his old 'comrades' from the Sanctioned, they tried to kill him. He remembered serving on many missions with him, often being subject to his annoying wise cracking attitude, but then again Damien's Sanctioned self was a very different person from who he was today.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">From a top ranking agent of the Sanctioned to serving as a wing man to Washington's Ace of Crime?</span><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">2013</span></div><br/><br/>''Oh my god.... what the hell are you?!'' exclaimed the fat man as he saw the pool of blood around X10's headless body shrinking and the scattered bits making up his head piecing themselves back together and soon his head was fully reformed and attached back to his main body. X10's eyes opened with a scarlet glow emitting from them.<br/><br/>Before the fat man knew it, a long blade suddenly pierced through his shoulder and pinned him against the wall.<br/><br/>''Tell, us, what, you know,<span style=""font-style: italic"">now</span>'' demanded X10 with an angry look on his face.<br/><br/>''We're making guns and other weapons for the Black King, I swear I don't support the rebellion I'm just doing a job!''<br/><br/>''The Black King?''<br/><br/>''Some rich guy, I don't know why they call him that! He supports the rebellion and created this underground network of criminals across the city conspiring to remove the Order's presence from Washington!''<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">A secret underworld of rebels operating across the city...?</span><br/><br/>''So you're affiliated with a rebel organization''<br/><br/>''No! I just make guns, that's all!''<br/><br/>''You own a pawn shop and you're not licensed to manufacture firearms.''<br/><br/>''I'm not a rebel okay?! Yes, I'm a criminal, I manufacture guns without a license to do so but only for the black market, I don't control who the black market sells my products to!''<br/><br/>''This underworld you're talking about, does it support the rebels?''<br/><br/>''It does black market s**t and makes business with other underground groups like the rebels!''<br/><br/>''Who make use of the weapons you manufacture.''<br/><br/>''I told you, I'm only in the black market, I don't control who buys my stuff!''"
1061,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=250,2014-12-10T20:13:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Timothy Allencourt / Knox Stanforth / Zachary Foster, 2027</span></span></div><br/>""Hey, I missed you... Sort of."" said Zach, smiling widely. His eyes were full of glee as he took the seat between Timothy's and Damien's. ""I'm surprised to see you here though. Look at me, I never left this city ever since I started working.""<br/><br/>Timothy didn't bother to listen as the two kids spoke, as Timothy already knew Zach's background. Knox continued to finish up his milkshake, wondering who the two children were. For some reason, he felt like shifting. Into that huge, furry beast. In that form he was controlled, unlike that weird green hero in the movies who could only shift when he was angry. Knox knew getting angry would make him frustrated. Nothing you did when you were frustrated turned out well.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Zachary Foster, 2013</span></span></div><br/>With the fat man being subdued, Zachary set his clone down on the others, aiming for their necks to kill them instantly, leaving them for Ghast to devour. Zach didn't need to eat anyway. He walked up behind X10 with his arms crossed.<br/>""You won't get through all that flab, pal."" he chuckled, turning his arm into a whip. ""You've got to flay it first, to get to the good meat. Our hungry friend knows that, for sure."" he jerked his head in Ghast's direction."
1062,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=250,2014-12-10T21:14:00,Islamic Republic e Jariri,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22753903#p22753903"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""A glass of Absolut, please. Like I always have it."" he said, turning to Knox as if to ask if he wanted anything. The younger boy shrugged, then pointed to the milkshake. Timothy got it for him. After that, he face both the Blackjack and the Blue Bishop.<br/>""Hmmm..."" he grinned as he took a sip of his vodka. ""Just so you two know... I'm not interested in that warehouse. My jacks are all shapeshifters. They could turn into weapons if they wanted it so. You can kick each others' asses for all I care.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>''That's very generous of you,'' said Blackjack.<br/><br/>''Cut the merry demeanor and just come out and say it, you want the warehouse and its goods all for yourself don't you?'' said Blue Bishop as she crossed her arms. Then she turned towards Damien and Jessica: ''And how the hell did you two kids make it in here? I'm calling sec-''<br/><br/>''That's alright,'' intervened Blackjack. ''These two work for me, they're here as my assistants.''<br/><br/>''For crying out loud Jack, their<span style=""font-style: italic"">kids</span>. You brought them a place like this?''<br/><br/>''Their made of sturdy mettle, I can assure you,'' smiled Blackjack.<br/><br/>Damien was surprised, the Blackjack did all the talking for him and even<span style=""font-style: italic"">helped</span>him and Jessica maintain their cover? Did he know who or what they were? If so then how? And more importantly why was he helping them? Did he already expect them to arrive?<br/><br/>Blue Bishop turned towards Damien: ''X10? What kind of name is that?''<br/><br/>''Its not a name, its a codename. You're called the Blue Bishop and I'm known as X10,'' replied Damien, taking another calm sip from his glass. If Blackjack was helping them then he obviously had some kind of ulterior motive. Did he plan to use them for his own advantage somehow?<br/><br/>''And who's the pretty little lady here?'' she asked turning to Jessica."
1063,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=250,2014-12-10T21:49:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Islamic Republic e Jariri <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22755616#p22755616"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22753903#p22753903"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""A glass of Absolut, please. Like I always have it."" he said, turning to Knox as if to ask if he wanted anything. The younger boy shrugged, then pointed to the milkshake. Timothy got it for him. After that, he face both the Blackjack and the Blue Bishop.<br/>""Hmmm..."" he grinned as he took a sip of his vodka. ""Just so you two know... I'm not interested in that warehouse. My jacks are all shapeshifters. They could turn into weapons if they wanted it so. You can kick each others' asses for all I care.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>''That's very generous of you,'' said Blackjack.<br/><br/>''Cut the merry demeanor and just come out and say it, you want the warehouse and its goods all for yourself don't you?'' said Blue Bishop as she crossed her arms. Then she turned towards Damien and Jessica: ''And how the hell did you two kids make it in here? I'm calling sec-''<br/><br/>''That's alright,'' intervened Blackjack. ''These two work for me, they're here as my assistants.'' <br/><br/>''For crying out loud Jack, their <span style=""font-style: italic"">kids</span>. You brought them a place like this?''<br/><br/>''Their made of sturdy mettle, I can assure you,'' smiled Blackjack.<br/><br/>Damien was surprised, the Blackjack did all the talking for him and even <span style=""font-style: italic"">helped</span> him and Jessica maintain their cover? Did he know who or what they were? If so then how? And more importantly why was he helping them? Did he already expect them to arrive?<br/><br/>Blue Bishop turned towards Damien: ''X10? What kind of name is that?''<br/><br/>''Its not a name, its a codename. You're called the Blue Bishop and I'm known as X10,'' replied Damien, taking another calm sip from his glass. If Blackjack was helping them then he obviously had some kind of ulterior motive. Did he plan to use them for his own advantage somehow?<br/><br/>''And who's the pretty little lady here?'' she asked turning to Jessica.</div></blockquote><br/>""Jessica."" She replied, drinking her latte as she turned around. Again, she wasn't worried at all. In fact she was surprisingly calm with all these people calling her ""young"" lady and ""little lady"". She did have to bite back the sarcastic comments she had thought of in her head, but otherwise she was maintaining a facade of coolness. ""I don't bother with codenames and alliases."" She said, quiet honestly, proven by how she just gave her real name."
1064,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=250,2014-12-11T00:13:00,Islamic Republic e Jariri,"''Now that we're all here and done with all the formalities, I say its time to discuss business,'' said the Blue Bishop leaning back before one of her servants placed a chair behind her. It was clear she intended to take the lead here.<br/>''With Ace not interested in the warehouse I guess that leaves just you and me, Jackie.''<br/><br/>''On the contrary,'' replied Blackjack, ''I'm still waiting for one more claimant to arrive.''<br/><br/>''There's another?''<br/><br/>''They call her the Scarlet Diamond.''<br/><br/>''Not that quack-job claiming to be the Red King's true successor.''<br/><br/>''I'm afraid that she's quite serious. She hasn't been in a funny mood ever since her father was assassinated at the Red King's mansion.''<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Is he referring to... that metal guy? The one whom Quicksilver.... sliced and diced?</span><br/><br/>''How the hell did Metallio have a daughter?'' inquired Blue Bishop.<br/><br/>''He was<span style=""font-style: italic"">reckless</span>to say the least, we don't know who her mother was but she was born when her father was only sixteen.''<br/><br/>''Son of a b***h...''<br/><br/>''I've heard she's looking for someone to blame for her father's murder and she's made quite a fearsome reputation for herself.''<br/><br/>''Wait, if Metallio became a dad at 16 then wouldn't that make her...''<br/><br/>''Twelve years old.''<br/><br/>''And how exactly is a twelve year old calling herself the Scarlet Diamond gonna influence what happens to the warehouse r even manage to take over whatever's left of the Red King's turf?''<br/><br/>''She has her father's powers...''<br/><br/>''Hell, I could have owned Metallio by myself.''<br/><br/>''She's a more<span style=""font-style: italic"">powerful</span>version of her father.''<br/><br/>''At 12 years of age?''<br/><br/>''That's why she's known as a prodigy. I've heard she can even-''<br/><br/>The front doors were abruptly burst open and a young female voice was heard: ''Somebody mention my name?''<br/><br/>In walked the subject of their discussion, an adolescent girl with short dark brown hair and sparkling scarlet colored eyes. She wore a dark grey top and a black skirt along with a pair of combat boots. She came forward alone with no personal bodyguards of her own unlike the rest of the kingpins who met up here. Damien realized that she must have had a lot of confidence in her abilities.<br/><br/>''You supposed to be the mother******g c**t rookie staking a claim on my warehouse?'' mocked the Blue Bishop, clearly not intimidated by this 'Scarlet Diamond' and crossed her arms. The girl glared back at the Blue Bishop and then continued to step forward.<br/><br/>''No, I'm the mother******g kick-ass prodigy whose just single-handedly seized the warehouse you two were quarreling over and now it belongs to<span style=""font-style: italic"">my</span>faction, and mine alone,'' she proclaimed with direct sneer.<br/><br/>''You're s*****g me...''<br/><br/>''I don't think she is...'' said Blackjack.<br/><br/>''Those goons you two set up to keep the warehouse guarded until your 'negotiations' could be completed, they're done. I had a few of them killed but once they realized not to mess with me, they pledged their alliance to<span style=""font-style: italic"">me</span>.''<br/><br/>''No.... they wouldn't... those traitors...'' gasped the Blue Bishop.<br/><br/>''Already taking in defectors from other factions, just like the Red King before you,'' remarked Blackjack.<br/><br/>Damien noticed how Blackjack didn't seem as mad about Scarlet Diamond taking over the warehouse as Blue Bishop did. In fact he seemed completely unfazed, despite the possibility that some of his own gang members may have been killed or have ditched his faction to join one headed by a child playing kingpin.<br/><br/>''You b***h!'' exclaimed Blue Bishop before flashing a metal whip at the girl's direction. The whip recoiled in midair and then suddenly went back towards Bishop's direction and wrapped itself around her. Almost immediately the woman was thrown side to side, before being slammed against the ceiling and then let go.<br/><br/>''How did you ever make a kingpin, fighting me with a<span style=""font-style: italic"">metal</span>whip when surely you must already know that I can control metal itself,'' said Scarlet Diamond before turning her eyes towards Damien and Jessica, confused as to why she wasn't the only kid in this place. Blue Bishop's guards immediately raised up their guns and pointed them at Scarlet's direction. The girl simply grinned at them in a sinister way and crossed her arms forward.<br/><br/>But instead of the guns flying out of their hands as Damien had expected, the guards actually let go of them, as if their hands were being forced. As if they were bending to her will. Damien stared at them, baffled as to how she was doing this.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">She controls metal... and is she now controlling the movements of human bodies? No... she's controlling the metal in their bloodstream, presumably iron from red blood cells. This is both amazing and terrifying, I've never seen even Quicksilver being able to control the metallic compounds inside organic vessels. Blackjack did mention how this girl possesses a heightened version of her father's power over metal... this must be what he meant...</span>"
1065,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=250,2014-12-11T02:30:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22753903#p22753903"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>""Cyber Space?"" Alice read the title, an index finger resting on her chin. It was probably something about space and dumb things like that. She kind of wanted to go to space now, too. ""That sounds nice.""<br/><br/>""Yes, please!"" Alice agreed to having cheesecake before their movie started. It sure would suck if they missed it, so she guessed that sh would eat faster, unless she wanted more slices. According to Natalia, cheesecake was really good. Like, really, really, really good.<br/></div></blockquote><br/>Kyle nodded, walking out of the theatre and putting the tickets in his pocket. He would have to give her her ticket if she wanted it at the theatre. He walked at a normal pace next to Alice, walking for a bit before he saw the cafe.<br/><br/>""There it is."" He said, slowing down a bit. ""Out of curiosity, how do you know Dire Wolf...?""<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Islamic Republic e Jariri <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22756649#p22756649"">wrote</a>:</cite>''Now that we're all here and done with all the formalities, I say its time to discuss business,'' said the Blue Bishop leaning back before one of her servants placed a chair behind her. It was clear she intended to take the lead here. <br/>''With Ace not interested in the warehouse I guess that leaves just you and me, Jackie.''<br/><br/>''On the contrary,'' replied Blackjack, ''I'm still waiting for one more claimant to arrive.''<br/><br/>''There's another?''<br/><br/>''They call her the Scarlet Diamond.''<br/><br/>''Not that quack-job claiming to be the Red King's true successor.''<br/><br/>''I'm afraid that she's quite serious. She hasn't been in a funny mood ever since her father was assassinated at the Red King's mansion.''<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Is he referring to... that metal guy? The one whom Quicksilver.... sliced and diced?</span><br/><br/>''How the hell did Metallio have a daughter?'' inquired Blue Bishop. <br/><br/>''He was <span style=""font-style: italic"">reckless</span> to say the least, we don't know who her mother was but she was born when her father was only sixteen.''<br/><br/>''Son of a b***h...''<br/><br/>''I've heard she's looking for someone to blame for her father's murder and she's made quite a fearsome reputation for herself.''<br/><br/>''Wait, if Metallio became a dad at 16 then wouldn't that make her...''<br/><br/>''Twelve years old.''<br/><br/>''And how exactly is a twelve year old calling herself the Scarlet Diamond gonna influence what happens to the warehouse r even manage to take over whatever's left of the Red King's turf?''<br/><br/>''She has her father's powers...''<br/><br/>''Hell, I could have owned Metallio by myself.''<br/><br/>''She's a more <span style=""font-style: italic"">powerful</span> version of her father.''<br/><br/>''At 12 years of age?''<br/><br/>''That's why she's known as a prodigy. I've heard she can even-''<br/><br/>The front doors were abruptly burst open and a young female voice was heard: ''Somebody mention my name?''<br/><br/>In walked the subject of their discussion, an adolescent girl with short dark brown hair and sparkling scarlet colored eyes. She wore a dark grey top and a black skirt along with a pair of combat boots. She came forward alone with no personal bodyguards of her own unlike the rest of the kingpins who met up here. Damien realized that she must have had a lot of confidence in her abilities. <br/><br/>''You supposed to be the mother******g c**t rookie staking a claim on my warehouse?'' mocked the Blue Bishop, clearly not intimidated by this 'Scarlet Diamond' and crossed her arms. The girl glared back at the Blue Bishop and then continued to step forward. <br/><br/>''No, I'm the mother******g kick-ass prodigy whose just single-handedly seized the warehouse you two were quarreling over and now it belongs to <span style=""font-style: italic"">my</span> faction, and mine alone,'' she proclaimed with direct sneer. <br/><br/>''You're s*****g me...''<br/><br/>''I don't think she is...'' said Blackjack. <br/><br/>''Those goons you two set up to keep the warehouse guarded until your 'negotiations' could be completed, they're done. I had a few of them killed but once they realized not to mess with me, they pledged their alliance to <span style=""font-style: italic"">me</span>.''<br/><br/>''No.... they wouldn't... those traitors...'' gasped the Blue Bishop. <br/><br/>''Already taking in defectors from other factions, just like the Red King before you,'' remarked Blackjack.<br/><br/>Damien noticed how Blackjack didn't seem as mad about Scarlet Diamond taking over the warehouse as Blue Bishop did. In fact he seemed completely unfazed, despite the possibility that some of his own gang members may have been killed or have ditched his faction to join one headed by a child playing kingpin. <br/><br/>''You b***h!'' exclaimed Blue Bishop before flashing a metal whip at the girl's direction. The whip recoiled in midair and then suddenly went back towards Bishop's direction and wrapped itself around her. Almost immediately the woman was thrown side to side, before being slammed against the ceiling and then let go.<br/><br/>''How did you ever make a kingpin, fighting me with a <span style=""font-style: italic"">metal</span> whip when surely you must already know that I can control metal itself,'' said Scarlet Diamond before turning her eyes towards Damien and Jessica, confused as to why she wasn't the only kid in this place. Blue Bishop's guards immediately raised up their guns and pointed them at Scarlet's direction. The girl simply grinned at them in a sinister way and crossed her arms forward. <br/><br/>But instead of the guns flying out of their hands as Damien had expected, the guards actually let go of them, as if their hands were being forced. As if they were bending to her will. Damien stared at them, baffled as to how she was doing this.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">She controls metal... and is she now controlling the movements of human bodies? No... she's controlling the metal in their bloodstream, presumably iron from red blood cells. This is both amazing and terrifying, I've never seen even Quicksilver being able to control the metallic compounds inside organic vessels. Blackjack did mention how this girl possesses a heightened version of her father's power over metal... this must be what he meant...</span></div></blockquote><br/>Jessica sighed. ""Well that escalated quickly..."" She muttered cooly, not especially threatened by anyone in this room, though she did feel mildly nervous about the whole controlling people like puppets thing. She turned to Damien nonchalantly. Sipping her latte. ""I suppose the ""negotiations"" are over now. Not that they were likely to be amicable or fruitful for any of these assholes anyway."""
1066,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=250,2014-12-11T18:27:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Timothy Allencourt / Knox Stanforth / Zachary Foster, 2027</span></span></div><br/>""Assholes?"" scoffed Timothy, having heard what Jessica said. Nothing was exactly peaceful now, what with this cocky little girl bashing the party, thinking she was on top. Tim didn't really want the warehouse, as his members were indeed shapeshifters and could take the shape of many different weapons or creatures. But this club was supposed to be a place where the kingpins could relax without worrying about being hurt by the others.<br/><br/>""Jeez. No roughousing in the club, please."" he said with a sigh, turning towards the girl. He wasn't going to attack, of course. He had analyzed her powers and stayed where he was, glaring at her. Knox looked ready to shift into his combat form. Before he jumped off his chair, Timothy stopped him with a gesture.<br/><br/>""Zachary?""<br/><br/>""Sir?""<br/><br/>""You know what to do.""<br/><br/>Zach nodded, then turned his head slowly in the Scarlet Diamond's direction. He launched himself at her and turned into a plastic net with weighted edges. Made of stones instead of metal to ensure that she wasn't going to stop him. Just in case she dodged to the side, he cloned himself before lunging for her. The clones did the same, and the Diamond was caught in the middle. Timothy then approached her with his glass in hand. He kept his distance, hoping the girl couldn't control metal without having to use gestures. He could be in trouble unless he shifted.<br/><br/>""You can't be making a mess here, newbie. We'll kick you out."" then her turned to the Bishop who was slowly recovering. ""You too. You should've known better."""
1067,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=250,2014-12-11T20:16:00,Islamic Republic e Jariri,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22764592#p22764592"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Timothy Allencourt / Knox Stanforth / Zachary Foster, 2027</span></span></div><br/>""Assholes?"" scoffed Timothy, having heard what Jessica said. Nothing was exactly peaceful now, what with this cocky little girl bashing the party, thinking she was on top. Tim didn't really want the warehouse, as his members were indeed shapeshifters and could take the shape of many different weapons or creatures. But this club was supposed to be a place where the kingpins could relax without worrying about being hurt by the others. <br/><br/>""Jeez. No roughousing in the club, please."" he said with a sigh, turning towards the girl. He wasn't going to attack, of course. He had analyzed her powers and stayed where he was, glaring at her. Knox looked ready to shift into his combat form. Before he jumped off his chair, Timothy stopped him with a gesture.<br/><br/>""Zachary?""<br/><br/>""Sir?""<br/><br/>""You know what to do.""<br/><br/>Zach nodded, then turned his head slowly in the Scarlet Diamond's direction. He launched himself at her and turned into a plastic net with weighted edges. Made of stones instead of metal to ensure that she wasn't going to stop him. Just in case she dodged to the side, he cloned himself before lunging for her. The clones did the same, and the Diamond was caught in the middle. Timothy then approached her with his glass in hand. He kept his distance, hoping the girl couldn't control metal without having to use gestures. He could be in trouble unless he shifted. <br/><br/>""You can't be making a mess here, newbie. We'll kick you out."" then her turned to the Bishop who was slowly recovering. ""You too. You should've known better.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>''This hardly concerns you anymore Ace,'' bit back Bishop as he staggered back up on her feet. ''We only met up in here to discuss my f*****g warehouse that this low class b***h stole!''<br/><br/>Scarlet was already trying to struggle out of the plastic netting that had pinned her against the wall. She had been taken off-guard by Zach's sudden transformation and even her last minute dodge failed when the net launched at her duplicated.<br/><br/>''Let.. me,<span style=""font-style: italic"">go</span>!'' she exclaimed before metallic talons extended out of her wrists which she used to violently cut through the plastic netting that was keeping her bound. Some blood surrounded the openings in her wrists from where the blades had protruded out from. Upon freeing herself she glared towards the Ace with both talons unsheathed.<br/><br/>Damien continued silently observing, though upon hearing Jessica's statement raised his guard just in case a fight was about to break out.<br/><br/>''Now, now,'' came the voice of Blackjack. ''We came here to negotiate, remember?''<br/><br/>''I'm not negotiating<span style=""font-style: italic"">anything</span>, the warehouse belongs to my faction and my faction<span style=""font-style: italic"">alone</span>.''<br/><br/>''Would you consider a fifty-fifty division of its assets in exchange for some information that I'm sure you'd find very useful...''<br/><br/>''Information? Do you know-''<br/><br/>''Do I know who killed your father? Of course I do, I know almost everything.''<br/><br/>''Tell me,<span style=""font-style: italic"">who?!''</span><br/><br/>''The new Red King, except she's Silver and a Queen.''<br/><br/>''The Silver Queen? How do you know this?''<br/><br/>''Your father betrayed the Silver Queen to work for the Red King, then he ends up turning into sliced tuna, just who do you think would be capable of doing that? Not to mention my agents managed to procure a live CCTV feed of the mansion not long before it exploded. I saw the whole thing, it really put me off dinner-''<br/><br/>''And the Red King?''<br/><br/>''Sources speculate it may have been twelve year old neighborhood vigilante, your father called him Shiloh Haverfield. We suspect that he was probably the one who killed the Red King, considering he did fight against members of the underworld and he was found in the old man's plane wreckage.''<br/><br/>Damien was surprised, somehow Shiloh was the one accredited with the Red King's death, even though he knew the boy was innocent. Damien himself didn't exactly kill the Red King either, the man died from the plane crash while Damien was handcuffed to the pilot's chair. But if they already knew Shiloh'a identity then did that mean the boy's family was in danger, because Damien got him involved in taking down the Red King?<br/><br/>''That's nice information but I'm not giving you anything from the warehouse.''<br/><br/>''That's sad, and I hadn't even revealed the biggest enemy of us all, sitting right here among us,'' smiled Blackjack before pointing towards the Ace.<br/><br/>''Ace?'' said Blue Bishop. ''What do you u mean?''<br/><br/>''I mean he had an arrangement with the city's dearly corrupted mayor, and tomorrow in City Hall he's going to unveil the Washington Elite.''<br/><br/>''The Washington Elite? Are you talking about that kids show-''<br/><br/>''The one which shows just how famous and legendary the Silver Queen has become in this city? Correct. They're based on a real group of superhumans: Mr Tomorrow, Excel, Terran Man and Aqua.''<br/><br/>''What the hell is it with those names?''<br/><br/>''They're supposed to be 'superheroes'.''<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Superheroes? More like corporate exploitation of metahumans...</span>thought Damien. He would have to do more research on this Washington Elite...<br/><br/>''But you know what? I can't tell whose an even bigger danger to us, the Silver Queen or the Ace of Hearts,'' said Blackjack.<br/><br/>''Can you get to the point?'' interrupted Scarlet Diamond.<br/><br/>''Washington City's first 'superheroes' and the mayor will endorse their vigilante activities as equivalent to the police. But as I already mentioned our Mayor is in league with the Ace's faction and the Washington Elite are going to try to take out every other faction that rivals his...''<br/><br/>Everyone was now staring at the Ace, the guards slowly readied their weapons and Blue Bishop clutched her whip tightly. It was apparent that Blackjack's mini-speech had now antagonized the Ace. Damien kept his eyes sharp, he knew one sudden move could lead to a shoot-out...<br/><br/>''You backstabbing piece of s***t!'' exclaimed Blue Bishop before the rest of her guards pointed their guns at his direction.<br/><br/>Blackjack turned back towards Damien and Jessica, still smiling. ''There's two major thorns in the Underworld, the Silver Queen and the Ace of Hearts.''<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! </span></div>"
1068,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=250,2014-12-11T21:35:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Islamic Republic e Jariri <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22765999#p22765999"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22764592#p22764592"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Timothy Allencourt / Knox Stanforth / Zachary Foster, 2027</span></span></div><br/>""Assholes?"" scoffed Timothy, having heard what Jessica said. Nothing was exactly peaceful now, what with this cocky little girl bashing the party, thinking she was on top. Tim didn't really want the warehouse, as his members were indeed shapeshifters and could take the shape of many different weapons or creatures. But this club was supposed to be a place where the kingpins could relax without worrying about being hurt by the others. <br/><br/>""Jeez. No roughousing in the club, please."" he said with a sigh, turning towards the girl. He wasn't going to attack, of course. He had analyzed her powers and stayed where he was, glaring at her. Knox looked ready to shift into his combat form. Before he jumped off his chair, Timothy stopped him with a gesture.<br/><br/>""Zachary?""<br/><br/>""Sir?""<br/><br/>""You know what to do.""<br/><br/>Zach nodded, then turned his head slowly in the Scarlet Diamond's direction. He launched himself at her and turned into a plastic net with weighted edges. Made of stones instead of metal to ensure that she wasn't going to stop him. Just in case she dodged to the side, he cloned himself before lunging for her. The clones did the same, and the Diamond was caught in the middle. Timothy then approached her with his glass in hand. He kept his distance, hoping the girl couldn't control metal without having to use gestures. He could be in trouble unless he shifted. <br/><br/>""You can't be making a mess here, newbie. We'll kick you out."" then her turned to the Bishop who was slowly recovering. ""You too. You should've known better.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>''This hardly concerns you anymore Ace,'' bit back Bishop as he staggered back up on her feet. ''We only met up in here to discuss my f*****g warehouse that this low class b***h stole!''<br/><br/>Scarlet was already trying to struggle out of the plastic netting that had pinned her against the wall. She had been taken off-guard by Zach's sudden transformation and even her last minute dodge failed when the net launched at her duplicated.<br/><br/>''Let.. me, <span style=""font-style: italic"">go</span>!'' she exclaimed before metallic talons extended out of her wrists which she used to violently cut through the plastic netting that was keeping her bound. Some blood surrounded the openings in her wrists from where the blades had protruded out from. Upon freeing herself she glared towards the Ace with both talons unsheathed. <br/><br/>Damien continued silently observing, though upon hearing Jessica's statement raised his guard just in case a fight was about to break out. <br/><br/>''Now, now,'' came the voice of Blackjack. ''We came here to negotiate, remember?''<br/><br/>''I'm not negotiating <span style=""font-style: italic"">anything</span>, the warehouse belongs to my faction and my faction <span style=""font-style: italic"">alone</span>.''<br/><br/>''Would you consider a fifty-fifty division of its assets in exchange for some information that I'm sure you'd find very useful...''<br/><br/>''Information? Do you know-''<br/><br/>''Do I know who killed your father? Of course I do, I know almost everything.''<br/><br/>''Tell me, <span style=""font-style: italic"">who?!''</span><br/><br/>''The new Red King, except she's Silver and a Queen.''<br/><br/>''The Silver Queen? How do you know this?''<br/><br/>''Your father betrayed the Silver Queen to work for the Red King, then he ends up turning into sliced tuna, just who do you think would be capable of doing that? Not to mention my agents managed to procure a live CCTV feed of the mansion not long before it exploded. I saw the whole thing, it really put me off dinner-''<br/><br/>''And the Red King?''<br/><br/>''Sources speculate it may have been twelve year old neighborhood vigilante, your father called him Shiloh Haverfield. We suspect that he was probably the one who killed the Red King, considering he did fight against members of the underworld and he was found in the old man's plane wreckage.''<br/><br/>Damien was surprised, somehow Shiloh was the one accredited with the Red King's death, even though he knew the boy was innocent. Damien himself didn't exactly kill the Red King either, the man died from the plane crash while Damien was handcuffed to the pilot's chair. But if they already knew Shiloh'a identity then did that mean the boy's family was in danger, because Damien got him involved in taking down the Red King?<br/><br/>''That's nice information but I'm not giving you anything from the warehouse.''<br/><br/>''That's sad, and I hadn't even revealed the biggest enemy of us all, sitting right here among us,'' smiled Blackjack before pointing towards the Ace. <br/><br/>''Ace?'' said Blue Bishop. ''What do you u mean?'' <br/><br/>''I mean he had an arrangement with the city's dearly corrupted mayor, and tomorrow in City Hall he's going to unveil the Washington Elite.''<br/><br/>''The Washington Elite? Are you talking about that kids show-''<br/><br/>''The one which shows just how famous and legendary the Silver Queen has become in this city? Correct. They're based on a real group of superhumans: Mr Tomorrow, Excel, Terran Man and Aqua.''<br/><br/>''What the hell is it with those names?''<br/><br/>''They're supposed to be 'superheroes'.''<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Superheroes? More like corporate exploitation of metahumans...</span> thought Damien. He would have to do more research on this Washington Elite... <br/><br/>''But you know what? I can't tell whose an even bigger danger to us, the Silver Queen or the Ace of Hearts,'' said Blackjack.<br/><br/>''Can you get to the point?'' interrupted Scarlet Diamond. <br/><br/>''Washington City's first 'superheroes' and the mayor will endorse their vigilante activities as equivalent to the police. But as I already mentioned our Mayor is in league with the Ace's faction and the Washington Elite are going to try to take out every other faction that rivals his...''<br/><br/>Everyone was now staring at the Ace, the guards slowly readied their weapons and Blue Bishop clutched her whip tightly. It was apparent that Blackjack's mini-speech had now antagonized the Ace. Damien kept his eyes sharp, he knew one sudden move could lead to a shoot-out... <br/><br/>''You backstabbing piece of s***t!'' exclaimed Blue Bishop before the rest of her guards pointed their guns at his direction. <br/><br/>Blackjack turned back towards Damien and Jessica, still smiling. ''There's two major thorns in the Underworld, the Silver Queen and the Ace of Hearts.''<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! </span></div></div></blockquote><br/>Suddenly the bullets stopped, ending their forward motion and simply hanging in mid air, as if the world was frozen for a moment. Then, as suddenly as they stopped, they dropped to the floor with a small metallic clang each. Then the mens guns flew out of their hands and hovering next to the hand of a figure now standing off to the side of the conversation. Her face hidden by a hoodie.<br/><br/>The figure dropped the guns to the floor, then moved a hand to her hood, pulling back to reveal silver hair, a cruel smile and eyes twinkling with a sinister light. She had been there for a while, unnoticed until now. She drew the bullets now on the floor towards her, the small lead munitions seemingly orbiting her as they got close. They seemed to be already morphing, changing into blades of all kinds. Knives, daggers and small cutters.<br/><br/>""Did someone say my name…?"" The Silver Queen asked, her smile widening to almost insane lengths. She then let out a short, sharp giggle, before taking her zig zag path towards them.<br/><br/>""So how are you minnow doing? Trying to scavenge what little meat remains from the carcass of the other shark are we?"" She asked, pulling out a knife and idly twirling it. ""How cute."" She commented. She didn't seem to have any bodyguards, but who knew? Maybe they had also come in disguise as she had done. ""Sorry to interrupt your little negotiations, I just thought it was time I met the rest of the Washington Underworld."" She giggled after saying that, barely contained and involuntary.<br/><br/>She put a hand to her chin. She didn't seem to have noticed Damien yet. ""Lets see... we have Jack, Ace, Blue and... New girl"" She turned to Scarlet, her eyes narrowing slightly. ""Hmm.... You look familiar new girl... Though I can't quite put my finger on why..."" She shrugged, then continued her rambling ""Oh well, all present and accounted for, that's all that matters I suppose."""
1069,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=250,2014-12-12T05:33:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Timothy Allencourt / Knox Stanforth / Zachary Foster, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Zachary was torn apart, but quickly regenerated again to attack the Scarlet Diamond before she did anything nasty, like go for his boss. Timothy now looked furious as his secret was let out by the Blackjack. He clenched his fists tightly as he looked back at the counter. His eyes were now visibly dark as he began to shift. Even before he was finished, he had disappeared. There was a white blur moving past the Scarlet Diamond and outside the door. Someone with similar powers to the Scarlet Diamond had helped him. Maybe. Zachary turned into a pool of shiny white liquid and slipped out the door. It was almost funny.<br/><br/>Knox looked around, frightened, then darted out the door as well. Much to the other clubgoers' surprise, other men and women made a break for the door. And not only that, some of them had shapeshifted as they left. There was a large snake, an oversized wolf, some dragon-like creature, and a robotic vehicle.<br/><br/>""F*ck, f*ck, f*ck!!"" roared Timothy, stomping up a storm as he was on top of an apartment building with Knox, Zach, and all those other people with him. Walking back and forth in frustration, he scratched his head and sighed deeply.<br/>""You know what.. All those defectors from Blackjack's faction? Bring them all to me tonight. I want them dead. Deliver their heads to that f*ckf*ce Blackjack when I'm done. Is that clear?""<br/><br/>The shifters nodded, then quickly separated to carry out their orders. That night, as a sign of the Ace of Hearts' breakaway, over two hundred defectors from Blackjack's faction were indeed tortured, executed, and decapitated. As the order said, their heads were all delivered to Blackjack's headquarters. From then on, Timothy decreed that no one could join the shifters any more. He ran a test of all the members he had and swiftly killed who he suspected on the spot. Knox, as always, didn't doubt his friend one bit. Zach stood in the room always, smiling and giggling maniacally as one person after the other was killed. He was there in case the person took the chance to escape.<br/><br/>After the purge, Timothy called for the capture of anyone who was more loosely related to the Blackjack. Having overheard at the club, Timothy wanted Damien and Jessica done in as well, having heard the Blackjack say that they were his assistants, though he didn't treat them as such when he first met them. The Ace of Hearts was furious. Right when things could have gone so smoothly as well. He might just have to kill the Mayor as well, if he really wanted to be on top of all.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Shiloh Haverfield / Claudia Leistner, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Both Shiloh and Claudia looked surprised as chaos quickly unraveled from inside the Club. Some white fox creature sped out, followed by another boy and almost half a dozen other youths and grown-ups. Shiloh looked to Claudia for possible answers, but she only shrugged. Thinking that Damien and Jessica were involved, Shiloh decided now was the time to move in. He headed in through the front door with Claudia and her puppets in tow. At this time, Shiloh was directly behind the Scarlet of Diamonds. He had no visible flames ready yet, but he could have them prepared within seconds.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Alice let herself be led to the cafe, watching as Kyle put the tickets into his pocket. She would remember that for him in case he didn't. The tickets were apparently very important if they were going to watch the film.<br/>""Well, I met her after the police force betrayed me and my sisters. She turned out as an ally and offered to help me in exchange for me helping her in her work, which is vigilantism."""
1070,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=250,2014-12-12T14:40:00,Islamic Republic e Jariri,"<blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22766746#p22766746"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Islamic Republic e Jariri <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22765999#p22765999"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>''This hardly concerns you anymore Ace,'' bit back Bishop as he staggered back up on her feet. ''We only met up in here to discuss my f*****g warehouse that this low class b***h stole!''<br/><br/>Scarlet was already trying to struggle out of the plastic netting that had pinned her against the wall. She had been taken off-guard by Zach's sudden transformation and even her last minute dodge failed when the net launched at her duplicated.<br/><br/>''Let.. me, <span style=""font-style: italic"">go</span>!'' she exclaimed before metallic talons extended out of her wrists which she used to violently cut through the plastic netting that was keeping her bound. Some blood surrounded the openings in her wrists from where the blades had protruded out from. Upon freeing herself she glared towards the Ace with both talons unsheathed. <br/><br/>Damien continued silently observing, though upon hearing Jessica's statement raised his guard just in case a fight was about to break out. <br/><br/>''Now, now,'' came the voice of Blackjack. ''We came here to negotiate, remember?''<br/><br/>''I'm not negotiating <span style=""font-style: italic"">anything</span>, the warehouse belongs to my faction and my faction <span style=""font-style: italic"">alone</span>.''<br/><br/>''Would you consider a fifty-fifty division of its assets in exchange for some information that I'm sure you'd find very useful...''<br/><br/>''Information? Do you know-''<br/><br/>''Do I know who killed your father? Of course I do, I know almost everything.''<br/><br/>''Tell me, <span style=""font-style: italic"">who?!''</span><br/><br/>''The new Red King, except she's Silver and a Queen.''<br/><br/>''The Silver Queen? How do you know this?''<br/><br/>''Your father betrayed the Silver Queen to work for the Red King, then he ends up turning into sliced tuna, just who do you think would be capable of doing that? Not to mention my agents managed to procure a live CCTV feed of the mansion not long before it exploded. I saw the whole thing, it really put me off dinner-''<br/><br/>''And the Red King?''<br/><br/>''Sources speculate it may have been twelve year old neighborhood vigilante, your father called him Shiloh Haverfield. We suspect that he was probably the one who killed the Red King, considering he did fight against members of the underworld and he was found in the old man's plane wreckage.''<br/><br/>Damien was surprised, somehow Shiloh was the one accredited with the Red King's death, even though he knew the boy was innocent. Damien himself didn't exactly kill the Red King either, the man died from the plane crash while Damien was handcuffed to the pilot's chair. But if they already knew Shiloh'a identity then did that mean the boy's family was in danger, because Damien got him involved in taking down the Red King?<br/><br/>''That's nice information but I'm not giving you anything from the warehouse.''<br/><br/>''That's sad, and I hadn't even revealed the biggest enemy of us all, sitting right here among us,'' smiled Blackjack before pointing towards the Ace. <br/><br/>''Ace?'' said Blue Bishop. ''What do you u mean?'' <br/><br/>''I mean he had an arrangement with the city's dearly corrupted mayor, and tomorrow in City Hall he's going to unveil the Washington Elite.''<br/><br/>''The Washington Elite? Are you talking about that kids show-''<br/><br/>''The one which shows just how famous and legendary the Silver Queen has become in this city? Correct. They're based on a real group of superhumans: Mr Tomorrow, Excel, Terran Man and Aqua.''<br/><br/>''What the hell is it with those names?''<br/><br/>''They're supposed to be 'superheroes'.''<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Superheroes? More like corporate exploitation of metahumans...</span> thought Damien. He would have to do more research on this Washington Elite... <br/><br/>''But you know what? I can't tell whose an even bigger danger to us, the Silver Queen or the Ace of Hearts,'' said Blackjack.<br/><br/>''Can you get to the point?'' interrupted Scarlet Diamond. <br/><br/>''Washington City's first 'superheroes' and the mayor will endorse their vigilante activities as equivalent to the police. But as I already mentioned our Mayor is in league with the Ace's faction and the Washington Elite are going to try to take out every other faction that rivals his...''<br/><br/>Everyone was now staring at the Ace, the guards slowly readied their weapons and Blue Bishop clutched her whip tightly. It was apparent that Blackjack's mini-speech had now antagonized the Ace. Damien kept his eyes sharp, he knew one sudden move could lead to a shoot-out... <br/><br/>''You backstabbing piece of s***t!'' exclaimed Blue Bishop before the rest of her guards pointed their guns at his direction. <br/><br/>Blackjack turned back towards Damien and Jessica, still smiling. ''There's two major thorns in the Underworld, the Silver Queen and the Ace of Hearts.''<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! </span></div></div></blockquote><br/>Suddenly the bullets stopped, ending their forward motion and simply hanging in mid air, as if the world was frozen for a moment. Then, as suddenly as they stopped, they dropped to the floor with a small metallic clang each. Then the mens guns flew out of their hands and hovering next to the hand of a figure now standing off to the side of the conversation. Her face hidden by a hoodie. <br/><br/>The figure dropped the guns to the floor, then moved a hand to her hood, pulling back to reveal silver hair, a cruel smile and eyes twinkling with a sinister light. She had been there for a while, unnoticed until now. She drew the bullets now on the floor towards her, the small lead munitions seemingly orbiting her as they got close. They seemed to be already morphing, changing into blades of all kinds. Knives, daggers and small cutters.<br/><br/>""Did someone say my name…?"" The Silver Queen asked, her smile widening to almost insane lengths. She then let out a short, sharp giggle, before taking her zig zag path towards them. <br/><br/>""So how are you minnow doing? Trying to scavenge what little meat remains from the carcass of the other shark are we?"" She asked, pulling out a knife and idly twirling it. ""How cute."" She commented. She didn't seem to have any bodyguards, but who knew? Maybe they had also come in disguise as she had done. ""Sorry to interrupt your little negotiations, I just thought it was time I met the rest of the Washington Underworld."" She giggled after saying that, barely contained and involuntary. <br/><br/>She put a hand to her chin. She didn't seem to have noticed Damien yet. ""Lets see... we have Jack, Ace, Blue and... New girl"" She turned to Scarlet, her eyes narrowing slightly. ""Hmm.... You look familiar new girl... Though I can't quite put my finger on why..."" She shrugged, then continued her rambling ""Oh well, all present and accounted for, that's all that matters I suppose.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The Ace had promptly escaped the scene upon Blackjack revealing his big secret and as the bullets fired Damien's sixth sense went alerted him towards another danger, which was confirmed by the sound of that distinctive giggling he felt cursed for always recognizing. It was Quicksilver...<br/><br/>As the bullets froze in midair and dropped to the ground Damien stood up from his stool and cautiously glanced at Jessica. He may have needed her to escape just in case Quicksilver attacked, the last thing he wanted was for her to be caught in the crossfire against Quicksilver of all the kingpins. However surely even Quicksilver would respect the neutral territory this club was located in, unlike the Bishop and Diamond, as well as the Ace who attacked. This technically left only Quicksilver herself and the Blackjack who had not directed any attacks in here just yet.<br/><br/>The Blackjack was known for being a remarkably calm man, though he maintained a serious expression upon Quicksilver's arrival. Taking a sip from his glass of red wine he looked up and spoke: ''We were just talking about you, Silver Queen, on deciding over who was a bigger threat to us all, you or the Ace.''<br/><br/>''Well, well if it ain't the legendary Silver f*****g Queen herself,'' sarcastically cracked the Blue Bishop. ''You should have seen that animated feature they made about you on TV, my boys had such a laugh.''<br/><br/>''I on the other hand do favor the manga-esque series written by this 'Maxx Chambers' with an extra 'x'. Though you were written as more of a tragic anti-heroine in the comics, and very gritty indeed, except that you're supposed to be 14-''<br/><br/>''Forget the damned comics, its that extremely accurate portrayal of yours on TV that counts. I mean, a silver crown? A b***h like you should seriously consider getting one.''<br/><br/>''She has become quite a phenomenon lately, the so-called 'Silver Queen of the Underworld', and she's cultivated her fearsome reputation over the years. Too bad most people outside of the underworld still just consider her to be a local rumour, I mean once she's exposed to the public there will be a<span style=""font-style: italic"">gorgeous</span>bounty placed on her head... You could even say she was indirectly responsible for the creation of the Washington Elite that poses a danger to us all, including our not-so-dear Queen,'' mused Blackjack.<br/><br/>''You?<span style=""font-style: italic"">You're</span>the Silver Queen?'' glared Scarlet Diamond, both her metal talons still exposed. ''You killed my father.''<br/><br/>''And in case you're interested in avenging the Red King, our little neighborhood vigilante Shiloh Haverfield is among us,'' grinned Blackjack before pointing towards both Shiloh and that other girl he was with who came in through the front door.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Oh no... Shiloh... and... Claudia was it? They followed in here right after Shiloh's been officially branded for being responsible for the death of the Red King which allowed Quicksilver to rise further in power...</span><br/><br/>''I don't care about this wannabe vigilante, I'm only afteryou!'' exclaimed Scarlet Diamond before commanding the bullets to fly towards Quicksilver's direction.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Oh come on... as if that's going to kill her, she can easily counter those...</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Boom!</span>The bullets also<span style=""font-style: italic"">combusted</span>mid air, some kind of reaction between the metal and gunpowder inside the bullets that Scarlet was triggering, adding an explosive, albeit impulsive flavoring to her full on offensive attack. She certainly did have more<span style=""font-style: italic"">firepower</span>than Damien expected for someone her age."
1071,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=250,2014-12-12T17:05:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Islamic Republic e Jariri <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22772631#p22772631"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22766746#p22766746"">wrote</a>:</cite>Suddenly the bullets stopped, ending their forward motion and simply hanging in mid air, as if the world was frozen for a moment. Then, as suddenly as they stopped, they dropped to the floor with a small metallic clang each. Then the mens guns flew out of their hands and hovering next to the hand of a figure now standing off to the side of the conversation. Her face hidden by a hoodie. <br/><br/>The figure dropped the guns to the floor, then moved a hand to her hood, pulling back to reveal silver hair, a cruel smile and eyes twinkling with a sinister light. She had been there for a while, unnoticed until now. She drew the bullets now on the floor towards her, the small lead munitions seemingly orbiting her as they got close. They seemed to be already morphing, changing into blades of all kinds. Knives, daggers and small cutters.<br/><br/>""Did someone say my name…?"" The Silver Queen asked, her smile widening to almost insane lengths. She then let out a short, sharp giggle, before taking her zig zag path towards them. <br/><br/>""So how are you minnow doing? Trying to scavenge what little meat remains from the carcass of the other shark are we?"" She asked, pulling out a knife and idly twirling it. ""How cute."" She commented. She didn't seem to have any bodyguards, but who knew? Maybe they had also come in disguise as she had done. ""Sorry to interrupt your little negotiations, I just thought it was time I met the rest of the Washington Underworld."" She giggled after saying that, barely contained and involuntary. <br/><br/>She put a hand to her chin. She didn't seem to have noticed Damien yet. ""Lets see... we have Jack, Ace, Blue and... New girl"" She turned to Scarlet, her eyes narrowing slightly. ""Hmm.... You look familiar new girl... Though I can't quite put my finger on why..."" She shrugged, then continued her rambling ""Oh well, all present and accounted for, that's all that matters I suppose.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The Ace had promptly escaped the scene upon Blackjack revealing his big secret and as the bullets fired Damien's sixth sense went alerted him towards another danger, which was confirmed by the sound of that distinctive giggling he felt cursed for always recognizing. It was Quicksilver...<br/><br/>As the bullets froze in midair and dropped to the ground Damien stood up from his stool and cautiously glanced at Jessica. He may have needed her to escape just in case Quicksilver attacked, the last thing he wanted was for her to be caught in the crossfire against Quicksilver of all the kingpins. However surely even Quicksilver would respect the neutral territory this club was located in, unlike the Bishop and Diamond, as well as the Ace who attacked. This technically left only Quicksilver herself and the Blackjack who had not directed any attacks in here just yet. <br/><br/>The Blackjack was known for being a remarkably calm man, though he maintained a serious expression upon Quicksilver's arrival. Taking a sip from his glass of red wine he looked up and spoke: ''We were just talking about you, Silver Queen, on deciding over who was a bigger threat to us all, you or the Ace.''<br/><br/>''Well, well if it ain't the legendary Silver f*****g Queen herself,'' sarcastically cracked the Blue Bishop. ''You should have seen that animated feature they made about you on TV, my boys had such a laugh.''<br/><br/>''I on the other hand do favor the manga-esque series written by this 'Maxx Chambers' with an extra 'x'. Though you were written as more of a tragic anti-heroine in the comics, and very gritty indeed, except that you're supposed to be 14-''<br/><br/>''Forget the damned comics, its that extremely accurate portrayal of yours on TV that counts. I mean, a silver crown? A b***h like you should seriously consider getting one.''<br/><br/>''She has become quite a phenomenon lately, the so-called 'Silver Queen of the Underworld', and she's cultivated her fearsome reputation over the years. Too bad most people outside of the underworld still just consider her to be a local rumour, I mean once she's exposed to the public there will be a <span style=""font-style: italic"">gorgeous</span> bounty placed on her head... You could even say she was indirectly responsible for the creation of the Washington Elite that poses a danger to us all, including our not-so-dear Queen,'' mused Blackjack.<br/><br/>''You? <span style=""font-style: italic"">You're</span> the Silver Queen?'' glared Scarlet Diamond, both her metal talons still exposed. ''You killed my father.''<br/><br/>''And in case you're interested in avenging the Red King, our little neighborhood vigilante Shiloh Haverfield is among us,'' grinned Blackjack before pointing towards both Shiloh and that other girl he was with who came in through the front door. <br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Oh no... Shiloh... and... Claudia was it? They followed in here right after Shiloh's been officially branded for being responsible for the death of the Red King which allowed Quicksilver to rise further in power...</span><br/><br/>''I don't care about this wannabe vigilante, I'm only afteryou!'' exclaimed Scarlet Diamond before commanding the bullets to fly towards Quicksilver's direction.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Oh come on... as if that's going to kill her, she can easily counter those...</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Boom!</span> The bullets also <span style=""font-style: italic"">combusted</span> mid air, some kind of reaction between the metal and gunpowder inside the bullets that Scarlet was triggering, adding an explosive, albeit impulsive flavoring to her full on offensive attack. She certainly did have more <span style=""font-style: italic"">firepower</span> than Damien expected for someone her age.</div></blockquote><br/>""Animated- Oh that..."" She muttered to herself. ""They didn't even get anything right. I could have almost sworn they just used my name to help sell their stupid show and action figures."" She spoke louder this time. Sighing. ""I haven't heard of this new comic though... I'm going to have to give that a look see...""<br/><br/>""On the subject of the Washington Elite, that was part of what I came to propose..."" She said, before she was interrupted by Scarlet.<br/><br/>The Silver Queen didn't loose her composure for a second when the bullets were thrown at her, She quickly used the metal from the guns to form a large round metal shield to block the explosions. However by the time the assault was weathered the Silver Queen was no longer behind the metal barrier. Instead, she had moved with incredible swiftness behind Scarlet, her smile only having widened.<br/><br/>""I killed your father...?"" She asked, ""Oh that is interesting... Lets see... Considering who you look like and your metallic powers..."" She gasped, clasping her hands together in mock joy. ""Oh, you're Metty's daughter! How did I not see that before...?""<br/><br/>She pulled out a knife, not metal like the others, but made of Nylon Fibers. She would usually use it when she needed to get through metal detectors discreetly, but it served her purposes fine now. She stepped to the side, before lunging at incredible speeds to Scarlet, a hungry look on her face as she put the blade to her neck. But as she looked into the girls eyes there was also something else. ""So, you're out for revenge?"" She asked. ""Why exactly? Was Metty such a good father to you?"""
1072,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=250,2014-12-12T17:57:00,Islamic Republic e Jariri,"<blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22774271#p22774271"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Islamic Republic e Jariri <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22772631#p22772631"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>The Ace had promptly escaped the scene upon Blackjack revealing his big secret and as the bullets fired Damien's sixth sense went alerted him towards another danger, which was confirmed by the sound of that distinctive giggling he felt cursed for always recognizing. It was Quicksilver...<br/><br/>As the bullets froze in midair and dropped to the ground Damien stood up from his stool and cautiously glanced at Jessica. He may have needed her to escape just in case Quicksilver attacked, the last thing he wanted was for her to be caught in the crossfire against Quicksilver of all the kingpins. However surely even Quicksilver would respect the neutral territory this club was located in, unlike the Bishop and Diamond, as well as the Ace who attacked. This technically left only Quicksilver herself and the Blackjack who had not directed any attacks in here just yet. <br/><br/>The Blackjack was known for being a remarkably calm man, though he maintained a serious expression upon Quicksilver's arrival. Taking a sip from his glass of red wine he looked up and spoke: ''We were just talking about you, Silver Queen, on deciding over who was a bigger threat to us all, you or the Ace.''<br/><br/>''Well, well if it ain't the legendary Silver f*****g Queen herself,'' sarcastically cracked the Blue Bishop. ''You should have seen that animated feature they made about you on TV, my boys had such a laugh.''<br/><br/>''I on the other hand do favor the manga-esque series written by this 'Maxx Chambers' with an extra 'x'. Though you were written as more of a tragic anti-heroine in the comics, and very gritty indeed, except that you're supposed to be 14-''<br/><br/>''Forget the damned comics, its that extremely accurate portrayal of yours on TV that counts. I mean, a silver crown? A b***h like you should seriously consider getting one.''<br/><br/>''She has become quite a phenomenon lately, the so-called 'Silver Queen of the Underworld', and she's cultivated her fearsome reputation over the years. Too bad most people outside of the underworld still just consider her to be a local rumour, I mean once she's exposed to the public there will be a <span style=""font-style: italic"">gorgeous</span> bounty placed on her head... You could even say she was indirectly responsible for the creation of the Washington Elite that poses a danger to us all, including our not-so-dear Queen,'' mused Blackjack.<br/><br/>''You? <span style=""font-style: italic"">You're</span> the Silver Queen?'' glared Scarlet Diamond, both her metal talons still exposed. ''You killed my father.''<br/><br/>''And in case you're interested in avenging the Red King, our little neighborhood vigilante Shiloh Haverfield is among us,'' grinned Blackjack before pointing towards both Shiloh and that other girl he was with who came in through the front door. <br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Oh no... Shiloh... and... Claudia was it? They followed in here right after Shiloh's been officially branded for being responsible for the death of the Red King which allowed Quicksilver to rise further in power...</span><br/><br/>''I don't care about this wannabe vigilante, I'm only afteryou!'' exclaimed Scarlet Diamond before commanding the bullets to fly towards Quicksilver's direction.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Oh come on... as if that's going to kill her, she can easily counter those...</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Boom!</span> The bullets also <span style=""font-style: italic"">combusted</span> mid air, some kind of reaction between the metal and gunpowder inside the bullets that Scarlet was triggering, adding an explosive, albeit impulsive flavoring to her full on offensive attack. She certainly did have more <span style=""font-style: italic"">firepower</span> than Damien expected for someone her age.</div></blockquote><br/>""Animated- Oh that..."" She muttered to herself. ""They didn't even get anything right. I could have almost sworn they just used my name to help sell their stupid show and action figures."" She spoke louder this time. Sighing. ""I haven't heard of this new comic though... I'm going to have to give that a look see..."" <br/><br/>""On the subject of the Washington Elite, that was part of what I came to propose..."" She said, before she was interrupted by Scarlet. <br/><br/>The Silver Queen didn't loose her composure for a second when the bullets were thrown at her, She quickly used the metal from the guns to form a large round metal shield to block the explosions. However by the time the assault was weathered the Silver Queen was no longer behind the metal barrier. Instead, she had moved with incredible swiftness behind Scarlet, her smile only having widened. <br/><br/>""I killed your father...?"" She asked, ""Oh that is interesting... Lets see... Considering who you look like and your metallic powers..."" She gasped, clasping her hands together in mock joy. ""Oh, you're Metty's daughter! How did I not see that before...?"" <br/><br/>She pulled out a knife, not metal like the others, but made of Nylon Fibers. She would usually use it when she needed to get through metal detectors discreetly, but it served her purposes fine now. She stepped to the side, before lunging at incredible speeds to Scarlet, a hungry look on her face as she put the blade to her neck. But as she looked into the girls eyes there was also something else. ""So, you're out for revenge?"" She asked. ""Why exactly? Was Metty such a good father to you?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>''I didn't realize you and my old man were on<span style=""font-style: italic"">those</span>terms,'' replied Scarlet, with the blade barely less than an inch away from her neck. But this was the kind of scenario where her 'special' form of metalkinesis came in handy. Focusing on the hand that gripped the handle of the knife, she felt the metallic residue of iron within the veins connected to that hand. Manipulating the iron inside and fighting against the immense mental as well as physical strain that came with this sub-skill she forced the Silver Queen's hand back, creating a bigger gap between her throat and the blade.<br/><br/>Since the Silver Queen herself possesses metalkinesis, Scarlet's own special sub-skill didn't quite work as well on her the others and she knew the Queen could even learn to resist the kinetic touch of the iron inside her, considering her years of skill and experienced compared to Scarlet's. But after edging the blade back she delivered a lower swipe kick and at the same time pulled two metal poles off the stage and lunged them at high speed towards the Silver Queen's direction.<br/><br/>''Revenge? I don't give a rat's ass about that deadbeat.<span style=""font-style: italic"">I</span>was supposed to be the one to kill him! I wanted him to pay and witness in his final moments how I had surpassed him in every way but you stole that from me! This isn't about revenge, its about my<span style=""font-style: italic"">honor</span>!''<br/><br/>''Ah good ol' family honor...'' chuckled Blackjack. ''Still endures, even in the 21st Century...''<br/>He was officially the only kingpin who was still sitting down and not fighting. He found it remarkable how Scarlet had lasted longer than a minute against the Silver Queen so far, as her father lost against the Silver Queen in much less time. Still, even though Scarlet possessed a powerful ability he had never seen both Metallio and the Silver Queen able to do, the girl's fighting style wasn't as refined as Quicksilver's.<br/><br/>Damien himself noted Scarlet's attacks tended to heavily utilize the offensive and in the process almost completely sacrificed all defensive. That did contrast Damien's own mostly defensive and critical point oriented fighting style that made use of fast response timing to upcoming attacks, usually to counter them. Offensive was undoubtedly a strong option but the girl was going against the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Silver Queen</span>and of all the stories he had heard about her in the city, none of them involved defeat.<br/><br/>''Shiloh f*****g<span style=""font-style: italic"">Haverfield</span>...'' said Blue Bishop before unsheathing two metal whips. ''I see you brought a girlfriend with you this time. What's the matter, afraid to face me alone, pretty boy?''<br/><br/>This wasn't the first encounter the two, Shiloh's own reputation as a vigilante had grown across the underworld and many of its members had sparred with him before, such as Metallio before his death and in this case it was the beautifully intimidating Blue Bishop. With even faster speed and greater precision than before she rapidly slashed her dual weapons at his direction, even cutting an 8-ball pool table clean in half. The material was made of some kind of flexible but awfully sharp metallic compound.<br/><br/>Damien stood awkwardly, watching two fights ensue, one between the Silver Queen and Scarlet Diamond and the other between Blue Bishop and Shiloh Haverfield. No one was attacking him or Jessica though, as they weren't exactly that well known in the underworld, plus they were now technically posing as members of Blackjack's faction, which was the only faction in the building right now that that hadn't tried to instigate an attack or have been attacked. In theory both him and Jessica were then safe, as the Blackjack continued to maintain his relaxed and laid back demeanor as he continued drinking his wine while watching the different factions duke it out against each other.<br/><br/>''Does this happen here everyday?'' he asked Blackjack.<br/><br/>''No, this is pretty rare...''<br/><br/>''Jessica, for now we're in the okay zone, however I have a feeling once Quicksilver spots me she might expose how I'm investigating to take down the underworld. However if you leave now while everyone's distracted you'll be safe.''"
1073,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=250,2014-12-12T18:30:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Islamic Republic e Jariri <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22774801#p22774801"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22774271#p22774271"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Animated- Oh that..."" She muttered to herself. ""They didn't even get anything right. I could have almost sworn they just used my name to help sell their stupid show and action figures."" She spoke louder this time. Sighing. ""I haven't heard of this new comic though... I'm going to have to give that a look see..."" <br/><br/>""On the subject of the Washington Elite, that was part of what I came to propose..."" She said, before she was interrupted by Scarlet. <br/><br/>The Silver Queen didn't loose her composure for a second when the bullets were thrown at her, She quickly used the metal from the guns to form a large round metal shield to block the explosions. However by the time the assault was weathered the Silver Queen was no longer behind the metal barrier. Instead, she had moved with incredible swiftness behind Scarlet, her smile only having widened. <br/><br/>""I killed your father...?"" She asked, ""Oh that is interesting... Lets see... Considering who you look like and your metallic powers..."" She gasped, clasping her hands together in mock joy. ""Oh, you're Metty's daughter! How did I not see that before...?"" <br/><br/>She pulled out a knife, not metal like the others, but made of Nylon Fibers. She would usually use it when she needed to get through metal detectors discreetly, but it served her purposes fine now. She stepped to the side, before lunging at incredible speeds to Scarlet, a hungry look on her face as she put the blade to her neck. But as she looked into the girls eyes there was also something else. ""So, you're out for revenge?"" She asked. ""Why exactly? Was Metty such a good father to you?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>''I didn't realize you and my old man were on <span style=""font-style: italic"">those</span> terms,'' replied Scarlet, with the blade barely less than an inch away from her neck. But this was the kind of scenario where her 'special' form of metalkinesis came in handy. Focusing on the hand that gripped the handle of the knife, she felt the metallic residue of iron within the veins connected to that hand. Manipulating the iron inside and fighting against the immense mental as well as physical strain that came with this sub-skill she forced the Silver Queen's hand back, creating a bigger gap between her throat and the blade. <br/><br/>Since the Silver Queen herself possesses metalkinesis, Scarlet's own special sub-skill didn't quite work as well on her the others and she knew the Queen could even learn to resist the kinetic touch of the iron inside her, considering her years of skill and experienced compared to Scarlet's. But after edging the blade back she delivered a lower swipe kick and at the same time pulled two metal poles off the stage and lunged them at high speed towards the Silver Queen's direction.<br/><br/>''Revenge? I don't give a rat's ass about that deadbeat. <span style=""font-style: italic"">I</span> was supposed to be the one to kill him! I wanted him to pay and witness in his final moments how I had surpassed him in every way but you stole that from me! This isn't about revenge, its about my <span style=""font-style: italic"">honor</span>!''<br/><br/>''Ah good ol' family honor...'' chuckled Blackjack. ''Still endures, even in the 21st Century...'' <br/>He was officially the only kingpin who was still sitting down and not fighting. He found it remarkable how Scarlet had lasted longer than a minute against the Silver Queen so far, as her father lost against the Silver Queen in much less time. Still, even though Scarlet possessed a powerful ability he had never seen both Metallio and the Silver Queen able to do, the girl's fighting style wasn't as refined as Quicksilver's. <br/><br/>Damien himself noted Scarlet's attacks tended to heavily utilize the offensive and in the process almost completely sacrificed all defensive. That did contrast Damien's own mostly defensive and critical point oriented fighting style that made use of fast response timing to upcoming attacks, usually to counter them. Offensive was undoubtedly a strong option but the girl was going against the <span style=""font-style: italic"">Silver Queen</span> and of all the stories he had heard about her in the city, none of them involved defeat. <br/><br/>''Shiloh f*****g <span style=""font-style: italic"">Haverfield</span>...'' said Blue Bishop before unsheathing two metal whips. ''I see you brought a girlfriend with you this time. What's the matter, afraid to face me alone, pretty boy?'' <br/><br/>This wasn't the first encounter the two, Shiloh's own reputation as a vigilante had grown across the underworld and many of its members had sparred with him before, such as Metallio before his death and in this case it was the beautifully intimidating Blue Bishop. With even faster speed and greater precision than before she rapidly slashed her dual weapons at his direction, even cutting an 8-ball pool table clean in half. The material was made of some kind of flexible but awfully sharp metallic compound.<br/><br/>Damien stood awkwardly, watching two fights ensue, one between the Silver Queen and Scarlet Diamond and the other between Blue Bishop and Shiloh Haverfield. No one was attacking him or Jessica though, as they weren't exactly that well known in the underworld, plus they were now technically posing as members of Blackjack's faction, which was the only faction in the building right now that that hadn't tried to instigate an attack or have been attacked. In theory both him and Jessica were then safe, as the Blackjack continued to maintain his relaxed and laid back demeanor as he continued drinking his wine while watching the different factions duke it out against each other.<br/><br/>''Does this happen here everyday?'' he asked Blackjack.<br/><br/>''No, this is pretty rare...''<br/><br/>''Jessica, for now we're in the okay zone, however I have a feeling once Quicksilver spots me she might expose how I'm investigating to take down the underworld. However if you leave now while everyone's distracted you'll be safe.''</div></blockquote><br/>""I can't leave now Damien. I haven't finished my drink."" She responded. The appearance of Quicksilver had shocked her, and given her a bit of the creeps, but scaring Jessica was easier said than done. Jessica sipped her latte slowly, before putting it down, still half full. ""Besides, remember what I said about not abandoning you."" She replied, ""I'l only leave if you do.""<br/><br/>The Silver Queen reeled back, spinning back, but seemed to recover at an amazing speed. She stopped the two metal poles from reaching her with a gesture, liquidizing them and letting them drop to the floor. She seemed to pause, looking at her hand and moving her fingers. ""Interesting... manipulating the Iron in the human body. That is quite the skill."" She spoke. ""Though your fighting style leaves something to be desired... Still... I like your enthusiasm.""<br/><br/>With considerable speed Quicksilver flanked the girl, sending a kick to her side. ""As for your father. Does it matter who killed him really? I mean that fact I haven't flayed you alive is already proof you've surpassed him."" The woman yawned, moving a metal barstool over to herself. She plopped herself onto it, still smiling. ""No... I think I know why you want to kill me.""<br/><br/>""You're jealous aren't you, jealous of how easily I tore apart the man you had been trying to surpass for so long. You saw my grace, power and skill and instantly wanted every bit of it. You don't want to prove you've surpased him, you want to surpass me. Which is why you've become so ambitious lately... Which is why you grabbed that warehouse...""<br/><br/>""Which brings me to what I came here to tell you all..."" Quicksilver pulled out her smartphone, tapping it a few times. ""In a few moments, none of you are going to have that warehouse..."""
1074,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=250,2014-12-12T19:12:00,Islamic Republic e Jariri,"<blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22775134#p22775134"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Islamic Republic e Jariri <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22774801#p22774801"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>''I didn't realize you and my old man were on <span style=""font-style: italic"">those</span> terms,'' replied Scarlet, with the blade barely less than an inch away from her neck. But this was the kind of scenario where her 'special' form of metalkinesis came in handy. Focusing on the hand that gripped the handle of the knife, she felt the metallic residue of iron within the veins connected to that hand. Manipulating the iron inside and fighting against the immense mental as well as physical strain that came with this sub-skill she forced the Silver Queen's hand back, creating a bigger gap between her throat and the blade. <br/><br/>Since the Silver Queen herself possesses metalkinesis, Scarlet's own special sub-skill didn't quite work as well on her the others and she knew the Queen could even learn to resist the kinetic touch of the iron inside her, considering her years of skill and experienced compared to Scarlet's. But after edging the blade back she delivered a lower swipe kick and at the same time pulled two metal poles off the stage and lunged them at high speed towards the Silver Queen's direction.<br/><br/>''Revenge? I don't give a rat's ass about that deadbeat. <span style=""font-style: italic"">I</span> was supposed to be the one to kill him! I wanted him to pay and witness in his final moments how I had surpassed him in every way but you stole that from me! This isn't about revenge, its about my <span style=""font-style: italic"">honor</span>!''<br/><br/>''Ah good ol' family honor...'' chuckled Blackjack. ''Still endures, even in the 21st Century...'' <br/>He was officially the only kingpin who was still sitting down and not fighting. He found it remarkable how Scarlet had lasted longer than a minute against the Silver Queen so far, as her father lost against the Silver Queen in much less time. Still, even though Scarlet possessed a powerful ability he had never seen both Metallio and the Silver Queen able to do, the girl's fighting style wasn't as refined as Quicksilver's. <br/><br/>Damien himself noted Scarlet's attacks tended to heavily utilize the offensive and in the process almost completely sacrificed all defensive. That did contrast Damien's own mostly defensive and critical point oriented fighting style that made use of fast response timing to upcoming attacks, usually to counter them. Offensive was undoubtedly a strong option but the girl was going against the <span style=""font-style: italic"">Silver Queen</span> and of all the stories he had heard about her in the city, none of them involved defeat. <br/><br/>''Shiloh f*****g <span style=""font-style: italic"">Haverfield</span>...'' said Blue Bishop before unsheathing two metal whips. ''I see you brought a girlfriend with you this time. What's the matter, afraid to face me alone, pretty boy?'' <br/><br/>This wasn't the first encounter the two, Shiloh's own reputation as a vigilante had grown across the underworld and many of its members had sparred with him before, such as Metallio before his death and in this case it was the beautifully intimidating Blue Bishop. With even faster speed and greater precision than before she rapidly slashed her dual weapons at his direction, even cutting an 8-ball pool table clean in half. The material was made of some kind of flexible but awfully sharp metallic compound.<br/><br/>Damien stood awkwardly, watching two fights ensue, one between the Silver Queen and Scarlet Diamond and the other between Blue Bishop and Shiloh Haverfield. No one was attacking him or Jessica though, as they weren't exactly that well known in the underworld, plus they were now technically posing as members of Blackjack's faction, which was the only faction in the building right now that that hadn't tried to instigate an attack or have been attacked. In theory both him and Jessica were then safe, as the Blackjack continued to maintain his relaxed and laid back demeanor as he continued drinking his wine while watching the different factions duke it out against each other.<br/><br/>''Does this happen here everyday?'' he asked Blackjack.<br/><br/>''No, this is pretty rare...''<br/><br/>''Jessica, for now we're in the okay zone, however I have a feeling once Quicksilver spots me she might expose how I'm investigating to take down the underworld. However if you leave now while everyone's distracted you'll be safe.''</div></blockquote><br/>""I can't leave now Damien. I haven't finished my drink."" She responded. The appearance of Quicksilver had shocked her, and given her a bit of the creeps, but scaring Jessica was easier said than done. Jessica sipped her latte slowly, before putting it down, still half full. ""Besides, remember what I said about not abandoning you."" She replied, ""I'l only leave if you do.""<br/><br/>The Silver Queen reeled back, spinning back, but seemed to recover at an amazing speed. She stopped the two metal poles from reaching her with a gesture, liquidizing them and letting them drop to the floor. She seemed to pause, looking at her hand and moving her fingers. ""Interesting... manipulating the Iron in the human body. That is quite the skill."" She spoke. ""Though your fighting style leaves something to be desired... Still... I like your enthusiasm."" <br/><br/>With considerable speed Quicksilver flanked the girl, sending a kick to her side. ""As for your father. Does it matter who killed him really? I mean that fact I haven't flayed you alive is already proof you've surpassed him."" The woman yawned, moving a metal barstool over to herself. She plopped herself onto it, still smiling. ""No... I think I know why you want to kill me.""<br/><br/>""You're jealous aren't you, jealous of how easily I tore apart the man you had been trying to surpass for so long. You saw my grace, power and skill and instantly wanted every bit of it. You don't want to prove you've surpased him, you want to surpass me. Which is why you've become so ambitious lately... Which is why you grabbed that warehouse...""<br/><br/>""Which brings me to what I came here to tell you all..."" Quicksilver pulled out her smartphone, tapping it a few times. ""In a few moments, none of you are going to have that warehouse...""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>''Shut the hell up!'' exclaimed Scarlet, somewhat taken aback by how the Silver Queen was already beginning to see through her motivations. ''What would you know what its like to be rejected by those who were supposed to love you, and forced to fend for yourself until you're able to finally take control and make your own luck!''<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Interesting...</span>thought Damien.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Is it a desire of approval that motivates her? Was she 'rejected' by her father whom she wanted to surpass, only to have that right usurped by the Silver Queen... which means the only way she could redeem this imbalance is through surpassing Quicksilver. But I don't know how she plans to do that only on her first confrontation with the metalkinetic master who slaughtered her father...</span><br/><br/>When Quicksilver pulled out her mobile phone both Blackjack and Damien's interest were peaked but for differing reasons. To Damien it meant that Quicksilver was actually<span style=""font-style: italic"">helping</span>him for the second time against the same underworld she was a part of, like how she helped him at the Red King's mansion. To Blackjack however it meant a factor he hadn't taken into consideration which gave the Silver Queen an advantage over the warehouse.<br/><br/>''Whatever do you mean?'' asked Blackjack.<br/><br/>''That warehouse is<span style=""font-style: italic"">mine</span>'' roared Scarlet before directing her metalkinesis towards the mobile phone, trying to crush it before Quicksilver could finish whatever she planned to do with it.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">She considers the warehouse to be a trophy, a testament to her power over getting what she wants...</span>thought Damien."
1075,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=250,2014-12-12T19:37:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Islamic Republic e Jariri <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22775536#p22775536"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22775134#p22775134"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I can't leave now Damien. I haven't finished my drink."" She responded. The appearance of Quicksilver had shocked her, and given her a bit of the creeps, but scaring Jessica was easier said than done. Jessica sipped her latte slowly, before putting it down, still half full. ""Besides, remember what I said about not abandoning you."" She replied, ""I'l only leave if you do.""<br/><br/>The Silver Queen reeled back, spinning back, but seemed to recover at an amazing speed. She stopped the two metal poles from reaching her with a gesture, liquidizing them and letting them drop to the floor. She seemed to pause, looking at her hand and moving her fingers. ""Interesting... manipulating the Iron in the human body. That is quite the skill."" She spoke. ""Though your fighting style leaves something to be desired... Still... I like your enthusiasm."" <br/><br/>With considerable speed Quicksilver flanked the girl, sending a kick to her side. ""As for your father. Does it matter who killed him really? I mean that fact I haven't flayed you alive is already proof you've surpassed him."" The woman yawned, moving a metal barstool over to herself. She plopped herself onto it, still smiling. ""No... I think I know why you want to kill me.""<br/><br/>""You're jealous aren't you, jealous of how easily I tore apart the man you had been trying to surpass for so long. You saw my grace, power and skill and instantly wanted every bit of it. You don't want to prove you've surpased him, you want to surpass me. Which is why you've become so ambitious lately... Which is why you grabbed that warehouse...""<br/><br/>""Which brings me to what I came here to tell you all..."" Quicksilver pulled out her smartphone, tapping it a few times. ""In a few moments, none of you are going to have that warehouse...""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>''Shut the hell up!'' exclaimed Scarlet, somewhat taken aback by how the Silver Queen was already beginning to see through her motivations. ''What would you know what its like to be rejected by those who were supposed to love you, and forced to fend for yourself until you're able to finally take control and make your own luck!''<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Interesting...</span> thought Damien. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Is it a desire of approval that motivates her? Was she 'rejected' by her father whom she wanted to surpass, only to have that right usurped by the Silver Queen... which means the only way she could redeem this imbalance is through surpassing Quicksilver. But I don't know how she plans to do that only on her first confrontation with the metalkinetic master who slaughtered her father...</span><br/><br/>When Quicksilver pulled out her mobile phone both Blackjack and Damien's interest were peaked but for differing reasons. To Damien it meant that Quicksilver was actually <span style=""font-style: italic"">helping</span> him for the second time against the same underworld she was a part of, like how she helped him at the Red King's mansion. To Blackjack however it meant a factor he hadn't taken into consideration which gave the Silver Queen an advantage over the warehouse. <br/><br/>''Whatever do you mean?'' asked Blackjack.<br/><br/>''That warehouse is <span style=""font-style: italic"">mine</span>'' roared Scarlet before directing her metalkinesis towards the mobile phone, trying to crush it before Quicksilver could finish whatever she planned to do with it.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">She considers the warehouse to be a trophy, a testament to her power over getting what she wants...</span> thought Damien.</div></blockquote><br/>""More than you would think..."" Quicksilver replied with a raised eyebrow. Using her own metal manipulation to fend off Scarlets. ""In fact you'd be surprised by how little you actually know about me.""<br/><br/>""But back on topic,"" She said, pressing enter as she sent a text. ""You see, I don't need that warehouse. My subordinates are already either armed or powered, and I don't specialise in dealing in arms. But why should I leave it to you lot? That doesn't benefit me at all.""<br/><br/>""Which is why I had my good friend Shrapnel set explosives all over the warehouse."" She explained. ""And it's also the reason why you're going to convince me not to send a text to him, telling him to reduce the warehouse to rubble."" She smiled as she said that. ""Money, favours, offer me something to not detonate your little warehouse. It'd better be good or that place is going to go up in smoke."""
1076,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=250,2014-12-12T20:02:00,Islamic Republic e Jariri,"<blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22775829#p22775829"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Islamic Republic e Jariri <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22775536#p22775536"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>''Shut the hell up!'' exclaimed Scarlet, somewhat taken aback by how the Silver Queen was already beginning to see through her motivations. ''What would you know what its like to be rejected by those who were supposed to love you, and forced to fend for yourself until you're able to finally take control and make your own luck!''<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Interesting...</span> thought Damien. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Is it a desire of approval that motivates her? Was she 'rejected' by her father whom she wanted to surpass, only to have that right usurped by the Silver Queen... which means the only way she could redeem this imbalance is through surpassing Quicksilver. But I don't know how she plans to do that only on her first confrontation with the metalkinetic master who slaughtered her father...</span><br/><br/>When Quicksilver pulled out her mobile phone both Blackjack and Damien's interest were peaked but for differing reasons. To Damien it meant that Quicksilver was actually <span style=""font-style: italic"">helping</span> him for the second time against the same underworld she was a part of, like how she helped him at the Red King's mansion. To Blackjack however it meant a factor he hadn't taken into consideration which gave the Silver Queen an advantage over the warehouse. <br/><br/>''Whatever do you mean?'' asked Blackjack.<br/><br/>''That warehouse is <span style=""font-style: italic"">mine</span>'' roared Scarlet before directing her metalkinesis towards the mobile phone, trying to crush it before Quicksilver could finish whatever she planned to do with it.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">She considers the warehouse to be a trophy, a testament to her power over getting what she wants...</span> thought Damien.</div></blockquote><br/>""More than you would think..."" Quicksilver replied with a raised eyebrow. Using her own metal manipulation to fend off Scarlets. ""In fact you'd be surprised by how little you actually know about me."" <br/><br/>""But back on topic,"" She said, pressing enter as she sent a text. ""You see, I don't need that warehouse. My subordinates are already either armed or powered, and I don't specialise in dealing in arms. But why should I leave it to you lot? That doesn't benefit me at all."" <br/><br/>""Which is why I had my good friend Shrapnel set explosives all over the warehouse."" She explained. ""And it's also the reason why you're going to convince me not to send a text to him, telling him to reduce the warehouse to rubble."" She smiled as she said that. ""Money, favours, offer me something to not detonate your little warehouse. It'd better be good or that place is going to go up in smoke.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>''You must be in grave need of something from us, otherwise you would have already had the warehouse destroyed. But no, you want to negotiate something, take something from us while holding the warehouse hostage. And unfortunately I would incur the biggest loss from this, given my interest in the underground firearms trade. So I suppose that makes me the prime negotiator. That or for all we know you've already destroyed the warehouse and want to flaunt it to our faces. Before we go anywhere, let me make it clear, I'm<span style=""font-style: italic"">not</span>giving up any of my territory in exchange for the weapons. But surely even you can listen to reason, I mean with the presence of the Washington Elite the entire underworld of the city itself may be in danger, including yours. Do you really want to make the factions weaker in a time like this?''<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Yes! She must do it, she has to blow up that warehouse but should I speak up yet...?</span><br/><br/>''I could trade you information on the new less than legal Titan formula Bishop got her hands on...'' added Blackjack.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Titan formula... what is he talking about?</span><br/><br/>''You bastard! I paid you<span style=""font-style: italic"">not</span>to divulge that!'' yelled Bishop while still fighting Shiloh.<br/><br/>''Does it matter? Even the mayor knows about it from the brief fling the two of you had-''<br/><br/>''Shut up!''<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Blue Bishop had an affair with the city's mayor? The same mayor whose now being controlled by the Ace? And this new Titan formula, are they all connected...</span>wondered Damien."
1077,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=250,2014-12-12T20:19:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Islamic Republic e Jariri <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22776075#p22776075"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22775829#p22775829"">wrote</a>:</cite>""More than you would think..."" Quicksilver replied with a raised eyebrow. Using her own metal manipulation to fend off Scarlets. ""In fact you'd be surprised by how little you actually know about me."" <br/><br/>""But back on topic,"" She said, pressing enter as she sent a text. ""You see, I don't need that warehouse. My subordinates are already either armed or powered, and I don't specialise in dealing in arms. But why should I leave it to you lot? That doesn't benefit me at all."" <br/><br/>""Which is why I had my good friend Shrapnel set explosives all over the warehouse."" She explained. ""And it's also the reason why you're going to convince me not to send a text to him, telling him to reduce the warehouse to rubble."" She smiled as she said that. ""Money, favours, offer me something to not detonate your little warehouse. It'd better be good or that place is going to go up in smoke.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>''You must be in grave need of something from us, otherwise you would have already had the warehouse destroyed. But no, you want to negotiate something, take something from us while holding the warehouse hostage. And unfortunately I would incur the biggest loss from this, given my interest in the underground firearms trade. So I suppose that makes me the prime negotiator. That or for all we know you've already destroyed the warehouse and want to flaunt it to our faces. Before we go anywhere, let me make it clear, I'm <span style=""font-style: italic"">not</span> giving up any of my territory in exchange for the weapons. But surely even you can listen to reason, I mean with the presence of the Washington Elite the entire underworld of the city itself may be in danger, including yours. Do you really want to make the factions weaker in a time like this?''<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Yes! She must do it, she has to blow up that warehouse but should I speak up yet...?</span><br/><br/>''I could trade you information on the new less than legal Titan formula Bishop got her hands on...'' added Blackjack.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Titan formula... what is he talking about?</span> <br/><br/>''You bastard! I paid you <span style=""font-style: italic"">not</span> to divulge that!'' yelled Bishop while still fighting Shiloh. <br/><br/>''Does it matter? Even the mayor knows about it from the brief fling the two of you had-''<br/><br/>''Shut up!''<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Blue Bishop had an affair with the city's mayor? The same mayor whose now being controlled by the Ace? And this new Titan formula, are they all connected...</span> wondered Damien.</div></blockquote><br/>""Honestly, yes. This Washington Elite business will be quite a thorn in all our sides. Ace's deviousness has put us all at threat, and It's likely he has ambitions to take over the entire underworld. Which is why I haven't slit your's and Bishops throat."" She spoke seriously now, though there was still a hint that there's an element of whimsy to this, as if she did this partly because she could. ""So, you're partly right, you all have something I want. So consider this a test. Whoever passes gets the weapons, with my blessings, and whomever fails goes home with significantly less firearms. If none of you pass and I shall merely explode the warehouse.""<br/><br/>She looked over to Scarlet. ""You've being awfully quiet."" She said with a slight smirk ""I'd have thought you'd have as much to loose from this as Jackie or Bishop. Though Bishop doesn't seem willing to negotiate, especially not with me."""
1078,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=275,2014-12-12T21:03:00,Islamic Republic e Jariri,"<blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22776221#p22776221"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Islamic Republic e Jariri <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22776075#p22776075"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>''You must be in grave need of something from us, otherwise you would have already had the warehouse destroyed. But no, you want to negotiate something, take something from us while holding the warehouse hostage. And unfortunately I would incur the biggest loss from this, given my interest in the underground firearms trade. So I suppose that makes me the prime negotiator. That or for all we know you've already destroyed the warehouse and want to flaunt it to our faces. Before we go anywhere, let me make it clear, I'm <span style=""font-style: italic"">not</span> giving up any of my territory in exchange for the weapons. But surely even you can listen to reason, I mean with the presence of the Washington Elite the entire underworld of the city itself may be in danger, including yours. Do you really want to make the factions weaker in a time like this?''<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Yes! She must do it, she has to blow up that warehouse but should I speak up yet...?</span><br/><br/>''I could trade you information on the new less than legal Titan formula Bishop got her hands on...'' added Blackjack.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Titan formula... what is he talking about?</span> <br/><br/>''You bastard! I paid you <span style=""font-style: italic"">not</span> to divulge that!'' yelled Bishop while still fighting Shiloh. <br/><br/>''Does it matter? Even the mayor knows about it from the brief fling the two of you had-''<br/><br/>''Shut up!''<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Blue Bishop had an affair with the city's mayor? The same mayor whose now being controlled by the Ace? And this new Titan formula, are they all connected...</span> wondered Damien.</div></blockquote><br/>""Honestly, yes. This Washington Elite business will be quite a thorn in all our sides. Ace's deviousness has put us all at threat, and It's likely he has ambitions to take over the entire underworld. Which is why I haven't slit your's and Bishops throat."" She spoke seriously now, though there was still a hint that there's an element of whimsy to this, as if she did this partly because she could. ""So, you're partly right, you all have something I want. So consider this a test. Whoever passes gets the weapons, with my blessings, and whomever fails goes home with significantly less firearms. If none of you pass and I shall merely explode the warehouse."" <br/><br/>She looked over to Scarlet. ""You've being awfully quiet."" She said with a slight smirk ""I'd have thought you'd have as much to loose from this as Jackie or Bishop. Though Bishop doesn't seem willing to negotiate, especially not with me.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>''There's nothing<span style=""font-style: italic"">to</span>negotiate, that warehouse belongs to<span style=""font-style: italic"">me</span>! I'm the one who seized in the first place, making it<span style=""font-style: italic"">my</span>property,'' asserted Scarlet, before using her powers to form sharp projectiles out of the liquid metal Quicksilver had created out of the two poles and fired multiple sharp spikes at her direction, this time making sure not to use up all her artillery in one go and readied herself to counter against any more fast paced dodges.<br/><br/>''We live in a new age where even normal people can experience the miracle of being 'superhuman'. Based on the Titan formula created by Dr Mosley, this new one has led to the mass underground manufacturing of the drug TTN-1670, capable of granting otherwise 'normal' people with superhuman levels of strength, speed, stamina, senses and durability. And with the intel I have on the Washington Elite, one of their members known as 'Mr Tomorrow' is a recipient of TTN-1670, meaning he's a non-powered human playing with drugs to become a superhero. The drug is illegal, along with the Titan formula itself and guess just which one of us is still selling that drug in the black market,'' said Blackjack before glancing towards Blue Bishop.<br/><br/>Damien had heard of the TTN series of drugs before, they originated way back in the 1930s, and he had heard of how Mosley had formulated is own version of the Titan formula to create a his own TTN drug. However TTN was illegal for more than one reasons, including the fact of just how lethal it could be if overdosed, especially for non-powered humans.<br/><br/>''TTN,'' he suddenly spoke up. ''Who formulated this new version?''<br/><br/>''The 1670 series was formulated by a Dr Vivian Hope as an improved version of Dr Mosley's 1600 series. It never went into legal production but somehow found its way into Blue Bishop's faction. And from her it ended up in the hands of the Ace. I'm told Dr Hope sustained a critical head injury and has recently been admitted into the hospital, under a comatose state.''<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">A corrupt mayor, a team of so called superheroes and a new version of a drug that turns people superhuman... this Mr Tomorrow uses the TTN drug to become superhuman, and if he's being commissioned to take out the underworld faction not part of the Ace's that means this new formula is serious business...</span><br/><br/>''Boss, whose the kid?'' one of guards suddenly asked.<br/><br/>''A guest. A potential ally or perhaps another thorn to the Underworld's side, along with this girl he's brought with him. He could either try to help us deal with the Elite and take down the Ace, or try to take us all down and fail,<span style=""font-style: italic"">miserably</span>,'' replied Blackjack, glancing back at Damien and then at Jessica but realizing he held no data on the girl. His men would have work to do..."
1079,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=275,2014-12-12T22:01:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Islamic Republic e Jariri <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22776769#p22776769"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22776221#p22776221"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Honestly, yes. This Washington Elite business will be quite a thorn in all our sides. Ace's deviousness has put us all at threat, and It's likely he has ambitions to take over the entire underworld. Which is why I haven't slit your's and Bishops throat."" She spoke seriously now, though there was still a hint that there's an element of whimsy to this, as if she did this partly because she could. ""So, you're partly right, you all have something I want. So consider this a test. Whoever passes gets the weapons, with my blessings, and whomever fails goes home with significantly less firearms. If none of you pass and I shall merely explode the warehouse."" <br/><br/>She looked over to Scarlet. ""You've being awfully quiet."" She said with a slight smirk ""I'd have thought you'd have as much to loose from this as Jackie or Bishop. Though Bishop doesn't seem willing to negotiate, especially not with me.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>''There's nothing <span style=""font-style: italic"">to</span> negotiate, that warehouse belongs to <span style=""font-style: italic"">me</span>! I'm the one who seized in the first place, making it <span style=""font-style: italic"">my</span> property,'' asserted Scarlet, before using her powers to form sharp projectiles out of the liquid metal Quicksilver had created out of the two poles and fired multiple sharp spikes at her direction, this time making sure not to use up all her artillery in one go and readied herself to counter against any more fast paced dodges. </div></blockquote><br/>Quicksilver burst into movement. Stopping the spikes and moving them of to the side for a moment. She then used her powers to move the stool from her to behind Scarlet. Then used the metal she had grabbed to form braces which wrapped around her legs and the seat legs. Then she lightly pushed the girl onto the chair, ideally having her end up sitting on the seat.<br/><br/>The Silver Queen then walked up to her. Pausing for a moment, flashing her a smile before grabbing her hands, though surprisingly lightly. Then, put the phone into Scarlets hands, a different smile on her face, more soft. ""You're right. You don't have to negotiate. You passed the test. Shrapnels number should be on there. All you need do is text him 'No boom' and all should be well."" She put a hand on her head. The phone only had Shrapnels number on it, and 2% battery. Once it ran out, it would wipe itself of all data. ""Though next time, it'd try not to attack someone who has the same abilities as you with metal."" She whispered.<br/><br/>She turned to the others, her face returned to her usual insane grin. ""Though, I didn't just come here about weapons. I came here to make a deal with all of you."" She said. ""There is no point in turning on one another when we have so blatant a common enemy, so I propose... an alliance... or at least a truce for now. Some way we can unite against Ace and his new 'Superheroes'."" She continued. ""I know my support would be valuable to all of you, and your support would be useful for me."""
1080,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=275,2014-12-12T22:05:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22768386#p22768386"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Alice let herself be led to the cafe, watching as Kyle put the tickets into his pocket. She would remember that for him in case he didn't. The tickets were apparently very important if they were going to watch the film.<br/>""Well, I met her after the police force betrayed me and my sisters. She turned out as an ally and offered to help me in exchange for me helping her in her work, which is vigilantism.""</div></blockquote><br/>""She's... intense. And she really doesn't like me..."" He said, with a slight laugh. He moved to the entrance of the cafe, finding the two of them a seat. ""I've never had cheesecake either, so this should be a new thing for me too."" He noted, again he pull out a seat for her, trying to be as polite and kind as possible to her."
1081,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=275,2014-12-13T00:30:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Shiloh Haverfield / Claudia Leistner, 2027</span></span></div><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Whoops.</span><br/><br/>Shiloh and Claudia had come in too early. Now they were caught up in the fight. Well, just Shiloh, actually. He recognized most of the goons in the club, but ignored them. He was in big trouble here. There was<span style=""font-style: italic"">Blackjack</span>the guy who could never keep from running his goddamned mouth off. Then the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Blue Bishop</span>. Someone he really didn't know what to think of. When she attacked him, it was too late to react. Both of her weapons hit him in the torso. He didn't even bother to move. So many things were distracting him. Claudia, standing right behind Shiloh, saw the whip-like weapons exit through the boy's back. She gasped in fright.<br/><br/>""Verdammt!"" she cursed, catching Shiloh as he fell. For some reason, Shiloh didn't even flinch as he'd been hit. Claudia didn't seem far too fazed, either. Even still Shiloh seemed dead enough. He wasn't moving, just staring up at the Silver Queen look-alike. ""Schlaf gut, mein Kleiner."" she whispered to Shiloh as she laid his head down and stood back up, glaring at the Blue Bishop. Her puppets ganged up behind her. Two more appeared, and they looked to be of a different material than the others."
1082,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=275,2014-12-13T00:56:00,Islamic Republic e Jariri,"<blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22777393#p22777393"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Islamic Republic e Jariri <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22776769#p22776769"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>''There's nothing <span style=""font-style: italic"">to</span> negotiate, that warehouse belongs to <span style=""font-style: italic"">me</span>! I'm the one who seized in the first place, making it <span style=""font-style: italic"">my</span> property,'' asserted Scarlet, before using her powers to form sharp projectiles out of the liquid metal Quicksilver had created out of the two poles and fired multiple sharp spikes at her direction, this time making sure not to use up all her artillery in one go and readied herself to counter against any more fast paced dodges. </div></blockquote><br/>Quicksilver burst into movement. Stopping the spikes and moving them of to the side for a moment. She then used her powers to move the stool from her to behind Scarlet. Then used the metal she had grabbed to form braces which wrapped around her legs and the seat legs. Then she lightly pushed the girl onto the chair, ideally having her end up sitting on the seat. <br/><br/>The Silver Queen then walked up to her. Pausing for a moment, flashing her a smile before grabbing her hands, though surprisingly lightly. Then, put the phone into Scarlets hands, a different smile on her face, more soft. ""You're right. You don't have to negotiate. You passed the test. Shrapnels number should be on there. All you need do is text him 'No boom' and all should be well."" She put a hand on her head. The phone only had Shrapnels number on it, and 2% battery. Once it ran out, it would wipe itself of all data. ""Though next time, it'd try not to attack someone who has the same abilities as you with metal."" She whispered. <br/><br/>She turned to the others, her face returned to her usual insane grin. ""Though, I didn't just come here about weapons. I came here to make a deal with all of you."" She said. ""There is no point in turning on one another when we have so blatant a common enemy, so I propose... an alliance... or at least a truce for now. Some way we can unite against Ace and his new 'Superheroes'."" She continued. ""I know my support would be valuable to all of you, and your support would be useful for me.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>''I agree,'' nodded Blackjack.<br/>''The most significant threat the underworld faces is the Ace and therefore the direct wrath of the mayor himself along with his team of so-called superheroes. Right now the most logical decision to take is to cast aside our personal vendettas against each other for the good of us all before the Ace, as you put it, takes over the city's entire underworld itself.''<br/><br/>''And what about you?'' he said turning back towards Damien. ''Aren't you supposed to be third best detective in the world? Surely you're interested in investigating local governmental corruption and this new Titan formula? I'm sure the organization would approve and it will be of mutual benefit to us all.''<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">How did he know... alright, so he really does manage to keep tabs on everything of note, but he's trying to coax my ego into helping the underworld in exchange for helping dig up a citywide conspiracy to take down the mayor while they try to take down the Ace...</span><br/><br/>''I'm not interested,'' lied Damien in a convincing fashion that even Blackjack wasn't sure if he was feigning disinterest or not.<br/>''The Underworld can be completely decimated for all I care, in fact when there's only the Ace in charge it will make my job a lot easier to take down only one instead of you five. The Washington Elite does just sound like a form of corporate vigilantism that I wouldn't personally endorse but if it can strike a critical blow against the underworld then so be it,'' he said.<br/><br/>''Interesting... seems I misread you, I really did think you would take this on,'' replied Blackjack.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">The problem is that you're reading me a little too well... and I certainly am quite interested in pursuing this case but enlisting the help of the Underworld? Could I really go ahead with that option? I do need to learn more about this drug... and for that I'll need leads to follow from the black market. This Blackjack is heavily implying that he knows who I am... or even what I am... or I what I was until the Red King's plane crash... I can't make an impulsive decision on the spot however. Besides my original investigation will undoubtedly end up tangling into this conspiracy. Wow, I really do keep heading into deeper waters...</span><br/><br/>''I told you, I don't care about this Washington Elite,'' said Damien.<br/><br/>''No, I think you do...'' asserted Blackjack.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">He's persistent...</span><br/><br/>''You want me to<span style=""font-style: italic"">help</span>the underworld?''<br/><br/>''Like the Silver Queen proposed, a<span style=""font-style: italic"">truce</span>. For<span style=""font-style: italic"">everyone's</span>benefit. Stopping the Ace, and the Washington Elite as well as exposing the city's corrupt mayor who just so happens to support a faction of the underworld. To take down someone in the underworld you need to be in the underworld itself.''<br/><br/>''And if I can do this alone?''<br/><br/>''Even you couldn't do that. You'd need leads as well as resources.''<br/><br/>''And I suppose you're willing to provide those?''<br/><br/>''Of course, the enemy of my enemy is my convenient ally in the time of need.''<br/><br/>Meanwhile Scarlet impulsively jammed against the mobile's keyboard, texting: '<span style=""font-style: italic"">NO BOom</span>' just seconds before the phone automatically switched off from near zero battery. She sighed lightly, relieved that her weapons were safe. Her faction would need those to strengthen themselves, especially against the Washington Elite.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22778616#p22778616"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Shiloh Haverfield / Claudia Leistner, 2027</span></span></div><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Whoops.</span><br/><br/>Shiloh and Claudia had come in too early. Now they were caught up in the fight. Well, just Shiloh, actually. He recognized most of the goons in the club, but ignored them. He was in big trouble here. There was <span style=""font-style: italic"">Blackjack</span> the guy who could never keep from running his goddamned mouth off. Then the <span style=""font-style: italic"">Blue Bishop</span>. Someone he really didn't know what to think of. When she attacked him, it was too late to react. Both of her weapons hit him in the torso. He didn't even bother to move. So many things were distracting him. Claudia, standing right behind Shiloh, saw the whip-like weapons exit through the boy's back. She gasped in fright. <br/><br/>""Verdammt!"" she cursed, catching Shiloh as he fell. For some reason, Shiloh didn't even flinch as he'd been hit. Claudia didn't seem far too fazed, either. Even still Shiloh seemed dead enough. He wasn't moving, just staring up at the Silver Queen look-alike. ""Schlaf gut, mein Kleiner."" she whispered to Shiloh as she laid his head down and stood back up, glaring at the Blue Bishop. Her puppets ganged up behind her. Two more appeared, and they looked to be of a different material than the others.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>''Shiloh!'' exclaimed Damien, springing up from his chair but staying in place.<br/><br/>''Schlaf gut, mein Kleiner.''<br/><br/>Damien was fluent in German among many other languages and recognized the phrase to mean 'Sleep well, my little one' which did sort of give him an eerie feeling concerning that other girl Shiloh was with.<br/><br/>''This doesn't concern you girl,'' said Blue Bishop, pulling back both whips. Her vendetta was only against Shiloh Haverfield and unable to understand German she relished at the thought that she finally killed him at long last.<br/>''Just take your dead boyfriend out of here and don't come back,'' she said with an authoritative tone. ''I've got bigger fish to fry right now than to concern myself with rookies likes you.''<br/><br/>Her bodyguards had already readied their guns, anticipating an attack from Claudia.<br/><br/>''A pity...'' mused Blackjack. ''I was looking forward to having him killed myself and I had such a grand plan in mind for it too...'' he added in what felt like a genuinely sad tone."
1083,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=275,2014-12-13T01:18:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Islamic Republic e Jariri <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22778706#p22778706"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22777393#p22777393"">wrote</a>:</cite>Quicksilver burst into movement. Stopping the spikes and moving them of to the side for a moment. She then used her powers to move the stool from her to behind Scarlet. Then used the metal she had grabbed to form braces which wrapped around her legs and the seat legs. Then she lightly pushed the girl onto the chair, ideally having her end up sitting on the seat. <br/><br/>The Silver Queen then walked up to her. Pausing for a moment, flashing her a smile before grabbing her hands, though surprisingly lightly. Then, put the phone into Scarlets hands, a different smile on her face, more soft. ""You're right. You don't have to negotiate. You passed the test. Shrapnels number should be on there. All you need do is text him 'No boom' and all should be well."" She put a hand on her head. The phone only had Shrapnels number on it, and 2% battery. Once it ran out, it would wipe itself of all data. ""Though next time, it'd try not to attack someone who has the same abilities as you with metal."" She whispered. <br/><br/>She turned to the others, her face returned to her usual insane grin. ""Though, I didn't just come here about weapons. I came here to make a deal with all of you."" She said. ""There is no point in turning on one another when we have so blatant a common enemy, so I propose... an alliance... or at least a truce for now. Some way we can unite against Ace and his new 'Superheroes'."" She continued. ""I know my support would be valuable to all of you, and your support would be useful for me.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>''I agree,'' nodded Blackjack.<br/>''The most significant threat the underworld faces is the Ace and therefore the direct wrath of the mayor himself along with his team of so-called superheroes. Right now the most logical decision to take is to cast aside our personal vendettas against each other for the good of us all before the Ace, as you put it, takes over the city's entire underworld itself.''<br/><br/>''And what about you?'' he said turning back towards Damien. ''Aren't you supposed to be third best detective in the world? Surely you're interested in investigating local governmental corruption and this new Titan formula? I'm sure the organization would approve and it will be of mutual benefit to us all.''<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">How did he know... alright, so he really does manage to keep tabs on everything of note, but he's trying to coax my ego into helping the underworld in exchange for helping dig up a citywide conspiracy to take down the mayor while they try to take down the Ace...</span><br/><br/>''I'm not interested,'' lied Damien in a convincing fashion that even Blackjack wasn't sure if he was feigning disinterest or not. <br/>''The Underworld can be completely decimated for all I care, in fact when there's only the Ace in charge it will make my job a lot easier to take down only one instead of you five. The Washington Elite does just sound like a form of corporate vigilantism that I wouldn't personally endorse but if it can strike a critical blow against the underworld then so be it,'' he said. <br/><br/>''Interesting... seems I misread you, I really did think you would take this on,'' replied Blackjack. <br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">The problem is that you're reading me a little too well... and I certainly am quite interested in pursuing this case but enlisting the help of the Underworld? Could I really go ahead with that option? I do need to learn more about this drug... and for that I'll need leads to follow from the black market. This Blackjack is heavily implying that he knows who I am... or even what I am... or I what I was until the Red King's plane crash... I can't make an impulsive decision on the spot however. Besides my original investigation will undoubtedly end up tangling into this conspiracy. Wow, I really do keep heading into deeper waters...</span><br/><br/>''I told you, I don't care about this Washington Elite,'' said Damien.<br/><br/>''No, I think you do...'' asserted Blackjack. <br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">He's persistent...</span><br/><br/>''You want me to <span style=""font-style: italic"">help</span> the underworld?''<br/><br/>''Like the Silver Queen proposed, a <span style=""font-style: italic"">truce</span>. For <span style=""font-style: italic"">everyone's</span> benefit. Stopping the Ace, and the Washington Elite as well as exposing the city's corrupt mayor who just so happens to support a faction of the underworld. To take down someone in the underworld you need to be in the underworld itself.''<br/><br/>''And if I can do this alone?''<br/><br/>''Even you couldn't do that. You'd need leads as well as resources.''<br/><br/>''And I suppose you're willing to provide those?''<br/><br/>''Of course, the enemy of my enemy is my convenient ally in the time of need.''<br/><br/>Meanwhile Scarlet impulsively jammed against the mobile's keyboard, texting: '<span style=""font-style: italic"">NO BOom</span>' just seconds before the phone automatically switched off from near zero battery. She sighed lightly, relieved that her weapons were safe. Her faction would need those to strengthen themselves, especially against the Washington Elite. </div></blockquote><br/>""Oh Damien... I had forgotten to say hello to you."" Quicksilver interjected with a giggle. ""Where are my manners..."" She said with a sigh, shaking her head. ""Of course your assitance would also be much appreciated."" She commented indifferently, grabbing another seat she again sat back down, this time her arms were lazily hanging down from the backrest. ""Of course, we'll have to call off all hostilities against one another."" She said, spinning the chair around to face Scarlet. ""That goes for you too new girl, we have to remember whose the more vital threat here.""<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div><blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22778616#p22778616"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Shiloh Haverfield / Claudia Leistner, 2027</span></span></div><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Whoops.</span><br/><br/>Shiloh and Claudia had come in too early. Now they were caught up in the fight. Well, just Shiloh, actually. He recognized most of the goons in the club, but ignored them. He was in big trouble here. There was <span style=""font-style: italic"">Blackjack</span> the guy who could never keep from running his goddamned mouth off. Then the <span style=""font-style: italic"">Blue Bishop</span>. Someone he really didn't know what to think of. When she attacked him, it was too late to react. Both of her weapons hit him in the torso. He didn't even bother to move. So many things were distracting him. Claudia, standing right behind Shiloh, saw the whip-like weapons exit through the boy's back. She gasped in fright. <br/><br/>""Verdammt!"" she cursed, catching Shiloh as he fell. For some reason, Shiloh didn't even flinch as he'd been hit. Claudia didn't seem far too fazed, either. Even still Shiloh seemed dead enough. He wasn't moving, just staring up at the Silver Queen look-alike. ""Schlaf gut, mein Kleiner."" she whispered to Shiloh as she laid his head down and stood back up, glaring at the Blue Bishop. Her puppets ganged up behind her. Two more appeared, and they looked to be of a different material than the others.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>''Shiloh!'' exclaimed Damien, springing up from his chair but staying in place. <br/><br/>''Schlaf gut, mein Kleiner.''<br/><br/>Damien was fluent in German among many other languages and recognized the phrase to mean 'Sleep well, my little one' which did sort of give him an eerie feeling concerning that other girl Shiloh was with. <br/><br/>''This doesn't concern you girl,'' said Blue Bishop, pulling back both whips. Her vendetta was only against Shiloh Haverfield and unable to understand German she relished at the thought that she finally killed him at long last. <br/>''Just take your dead boyfriend out of here and don't come back,'' she said with an authoritative tone. ''I've got bigger fish to fry right now than to concern myself with rookies likes you.''<br/><br/>Her bodyguards had already readied their guns, anticipating an attack from Claudia.<br/><br/>''A pity...'' mused Blackjack. ''I was looking forward to having him killed myself and I had such a grand plan in mind for it too...'' he added in what felt like a genuinely sad tone.</div></blockquote><br/>Jessica's face was in shock. ""No..."" She said, ""Shiloh..."" She said. Her hand clenched into fists, incredibly tightly, smashing her drink. Her teeth gritted together and her eyes narrowed in rage. She hopped off the bar-stool, face contorted in rage. The ground where she landed again cracked. Around her an aura of flame gathered, her powers reacting to her rage. ""You bitch..."" She snarled. ""He was a fucking kid.""<br/><br/>""You bitch!"" She shouted at Bishop, anger straining her voice."
1084,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=275,2014-12-13T01:49:00,Islamic Republic e Jariri,"<blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22778781#p22778781"">wrote</a>:</cite>Jessica's face was in shock. ""No..."" She said, ""Shiloh..."" She said. Her hand clenched into fists, incredibly tightly, smashing her drink. Her teeth gritted together and her eyes narrowed in rage. She hopped off the bar-stool, face contorted in rage. The ground where she landed again cracked. Around her an aura of flame gathered, her powers reacting to her rage. ""You bitch..."" She snarled. ""He was a fucking kid."" <br/><br/>""You bitch!"" She shouted at Bishop, anger straining her voice.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>''He goddamned<span style=""font-style: italic"">deserved</span>it and I hope he burns in<span style=""font-style: italic"">hell</span>for all of my men he cold-heartedly<span style=""font-style: italic"">incinerated</span>to death!'' defended Blue Bishop, with Jessica's statement of her actually having killed a child slightly put her off.<br/><br/>''I righteously executed a bloody mass murderer!''<br/><br/>Damien didn't exhibit an emotional outburst but was visibly distressed at the sight of what Blue Bishop just did to Shiloh. With one precise blow did she just kill him? This was his fault, he knew that Shiloh was following them and should have stopped him from doing so, and this Claudia girl whom he didn't trust failed to protect him. He clearly wouldn't trust her around Reqiuem either.<br/><br/>Still he was somewhat taken aback by the Bishop's words, especially when she called Shiloh a mass murderer. It was true, Shiloh had killed many criminals in scenarios where he could have shown mercy but instead prompted to reduce them to dust, This made him both a murderer and therefore technically a criminal. But Damien himself used to do such things as all once upon a time...<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>""Oh Damien... I had forgotten to say hello to you."" Quicksilver interjected with a giggle. ""Where are my manners..."" She said with a sigh, shaking her head. ""Of course your assitance would also be much appreciated."" She commented indifferently, grabbing another seat she again sat back down, this time her arms were lazily hanging down from the backrest. ""Of course, we'll have to call off all hostilities against one another."" She said, spinning the chair around to face Scarlet. ""That goes for you too new girl, we have to remember whose the more vital threat here."" <br/></div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">I could get Quicksilver to lay off me, now with my healing gone I need to think through this wisely. I help the Washington Underworld and they help me... temporarily until the Ace is defeated. Which would benefit both my mission as well as the underworld neutralizing a dangerous threat to its stability.</span><br/><br/>Scarlet was unable to ignore the scene with Shiloh, surprised with what had just happened. So this was the famous neighborhood vigilante Shiloh Haverfield? Well clearly overrated given his quick and swift defeat at the hands of Blue Bishop, whom Scarlet herself managed to defeat with ease.<br/><br/>''Does it mean having to work with<span style=""font-style: italic"">her</span>?'' asked Damien glaring at Blue Bishop. Was Shiloh his friend? And did this Bishop just kill him? Then was was he so... composed? He should have been burning with rage but he was keeping all that fire inside of him. He needed to know if Shiloh was truly dead or not before he decided to grieve and so ran towards Shiloh's body to examine it, the guards didn't seem to see him as a threat as they let him run right past them and towards Shiloh's body.<br/><br/>''If the Ace is a more vital threat, then I'll consider delaying you're inevitable execution at<span style=""font-style: italic"">my</span>hands if only to save my own faction from collapsing against this Washington Elite,'' said Scarlet directing her statement towards Quicksilver with a new more calm demeanor. She hadn't expected things to go this way, she was supposed to win, and surpass her father's killer. But with this new intel the Blackjack had revealed she had a responsibility to act more mature and even though did find it difficult to absorb Quicksilver's sudden change from being hostile to diplomatic, she forced herself to play along. If this threat was real then she needed to protect her faction. If Quicksilver was up to something however she needed to pick up on any deception as soon as possible.<br/><br/>''But let me make it clear, I<span style=""font-style: italic"">don't</span>trust you. And I will kill you when this is all over.''"
1085,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=275,2014-12-13T02:07:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Shiloh Haverfield / Claudia Leistner, 2027</span></span></div><br/>""Rookie?"" Claudia scoffed. ""I've been at work since the day I turned 6.""<br/><br/>Suddenly, she was grinning. She stood there, her arms folded neatly in front of her. Her grin wasn't scary. It was a smile you'd see when a mother was pleased with her children. Shiloh suddenly rose, but his eyes had no light in them. If anyone at all had noticed, they'd know that it wasn't Shiloh, as he was always wearing his space-themed jacket. This, whoever it was, had been wearing a blue shirt and some plain jeans. Nothing more that showed off what a bad-ass he was.<br/><br/>Right above the Blue Bishop, the ceiling caved in, and something fell atop her. It was Shiloh, holding a solar ball. It was poised to touch her if any of her guards made a wrong move. That grin that fit his personality was visible, and he winked at Claudia. She winked back and gave a little curtsy. The puppets behind her began to move, disarming the guards with such speed, making sure that all of them were on the floor.<br/><br/>""I don't want to hurt you, ma'am, but you're a troublemaker and you know it."" said Shiloh, holding the Bishop down. He'd heard what she had said about him, but didn't say anything to refute her claims. Her men were murderers as well, and some didn't deserve to live either.<br/><br/>Claudia approached with two puppets behind her, calmly. She avoided the fight between Quicksilver and the Scarlet Diamond. Her puppets were around her constantly, taking any shots for her, then neutralizing any threats. This wasn't planned by her, of course. Shiloh had devised it for the situation. He had been here many times before that he knew how to deal with trouble."
1086,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=275,2014-12-13T02:21:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Islamic Republic e Jariri <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22778889#p22778889"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22778781#p22778781"">wrote</a>:</cite>Jessica's face was in shock. ""No..."" She said, ""Shiloh..."" She said. Her hand clenched into fists, incredibly tightly, smashing her drink. Her teeth gritted together and her eyes narrowed in rage. She hopped off the bar-stool, face contorted in rage. The ground where she landed again cracked. Around her an aura of flame gathered, her powers reacting to her rage. ""You bitch..."" She snarled. ""He was a fucking kid."" <br/><br/>""You bitch!"" She shouted at Bishop, anger straining her voice.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>''He goddamned <span style=""font-style: italic"">deserved</span> it and I hope he burns in <span style=""font-style: italic"">hell</span> for all of my men he cold-heartedly <span style=""font-style: italic"">incinerated</span> to death!'' defended Blue Bishop, with Jessica's statement of her actually having killed a child slightly put her off. <br/><br/>''I righteously executed a bloody mass murderer!''<br/><br/>Damien didn't exhibit an emotional outburst but was visibly distressed at the sight of what Blue Bishop just did to Shiloh. With one precise blow did she just kill him? This was his fault, he knew that Shiloh was following them and should have stopped him from doing so, and this Claudia girl whom he didn't trust failed to protect him. He clearly wouldn't trust her around Reqiuem either. <br/><br/>Still he was somewhat taken aback by the Bishop's words, especially when she called Shiloh a mass murderer. It was true, Shiloh had killed many criminals in scenarios where he could have shown mercy but instead prompted to reduce them to dust, This made him both a murderer and therefore technically a criminal. But Damien himself used to do such things as all once upon a time...</div></blockquote><br/>""Bullshit!"" She shouted, shaking with rage ""You murdered a child because he killed a few of your goons in self defense! What fucking right do you have to do that! I should tear you apart!"" Jessica wasn't trying to have a rational argument with the woman, and was too consumed with anger to think strait. Instead she continued walking towards her. She had knew Shiloh, which made it even worse.<br/><br/>""I'm going to break every bone in you bo-"" Then she was interrupted.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22778950#p22778950"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Shiloh Haverfield / Claudia Leistner, 2027</span></span></div><br/>""Rookie?"" Claudia scoffed. ""I've been at work since the day I turned 6."" <br/><br/>Suddenly, she was grinning. She stood there, her arms folded neatly in front of her. Her grin wasn't scary. It was a smile you'd see when a mother was pleased with her children. Shiloh suddenly rose, but his eyes had no light in them. If anyone at all had noticed, they'd know that it wasn't Shiloh, as he was always wearing his space-themed jacket. This, whoever it was, had been wearing a blue shirt and some plain jeans. Nothing more that showed off what a bad-ass he was. <br/><br/>Right above the Blue Bishop, the ceiling caved in, and something fell atop her. It was Shiloh, holding a solar ball. It was poised to touch her if any of her guards made a wrong move. That grin that fit his personality was visible, and he winked at Claudia. She winked back and gave a little curtsy. The puppets behind her began to move, disarming the guards with such speed, making sure that all of them were on the floor.<br/><br/>""I don't want to hurt you, ma'am, but you're a troublemaker and you know it."" said Shiloh, holding the Bishop down. He'd heard what she had said about him, but didn't say anything to refute her claims. Her men were murderers as well, and some didn't deserve to live either. <br/><br/>Claudia approached with two puppets behind her, calmly. She avoided the fight between Quicksilver and the Scarlet Diamond. Her puppets were around her constantly, taking any shots for her, then neutralizing any threats. This wasn't planned by her, of course. Shiloh had devised it for the situation. He had been here many times before that he knew how to deal with trouble.</div></blockquote><br/>Jessica breathed out, somewhat relieved that Shiloh was okay. But she was still mad. ""You may not want to hurt her. But I really, really do."" She muttered, walking back to Damien and the bar-stool. She grabbed some juice from her bag and began drinking it with a face of frustration and anger.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Islamic Republic e Jariri <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22778889#p22778889"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>""Oh Damien... I had forgotten to say hello to you."" Quicksilver interjected with a giggle. ""Where are my manners..."" She said with a sigh, shaking her head. ""Of course your assitance would also be much appreciated."" She commented indifferently, grabbing another seat she again sat back down, this time her arms were lazily hanging down from the backrest. ""Of course, we'll have to call off all hostilities against one another."" She said, spinning the chair around to face Scarlet. ""That goes for you too new girl, we have to remember whose the more vital threat here."" <br/></div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">I could get Quicksilver to lay off me, now with my healing gone I need to think through this wisely. I help the Washington Underworld and they help me... temporarily until the Ace is defeated. Which would benefit both my mission as well as the underworld neutralizing a dangerous threat to its stability.</span><br/><br/>Scarlet was unable to ignore the scene with Shiloh, surprised with what had just happened. So this was the famous neighborhood vigilante Shiloh Haverfield? Well clearly overrated given his quick and swift defeat at the hands of Blue Bishop, whom Scarlet herself managed to defeat with ease. <br/><br/>''Does it mean having to work with <span style=""font-style: italic"">her</span>?'' asked Damien glaring at Blue Bishop. Was Shiloh his friend? And did this Bishop just kill him? Then was was he so... composed? He should have been burning with rage but he was keeping all that fire inside of him. He needed to know if Shiloh was truly dead or not before he decided to grieve and so ran towards Shiloh's body to examine it, the guards didn't seem to see him as a threat as they let him run right past them and towards Shiloh's body.<br/><br/>''If the Ace is a more vital threat, then I'll consider delaying you're inevitable execution at <span style=""font-style: italic"">my</span> hands if only to save my own faction from collapsing against this Washington Elite,'' said Scarlet directing her statement towards Quicksilver with a new more calm demeanor. She hadn't expected things to go this way, she was supposed to win, and surpass her father's killer. But with this new intel the Blackjack had revealed she had a responsibility to act more mature and even though did find it difficult to absorb Quicksilver's sudden change from being hostile to diplomatic, she forced herself to play along. If this threat was real then she needed to protect her faction. If Quicksilver was up to something however she needed to pick up on any deception as soon as possible. <br/><br/>''But let me make it clear, I <span style=""font-style: italic"">don't</span> trust you. And I will kill you when this is all over.''</div></blockquote><br/>""You're going to have to learn a lot more to kill me Scarlet."" Quicksilver replied, smiling. ""Like it or not, you may have surpassed your dear old pop, but I'm in a completely different league entirely."" She remarked, then looked at her. ""Though... I might be able..."" She paused, then her smile widened. ""Hmm. We'll see... You are definitely promising. It's a shame there's no one to train you. To help you develop your skills."""
1087,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=275,2014-12-13T02:30:00,Islamic Republic e Jariri,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22778950#p22778950"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Shiloh Haverfield / Claudia Leistner, 2027</span></span></div><br/>""Rookie?"" Claudia scoffed. ""I've been at work since the day I turned 6."" <br/><br/>Suddenly, she was grinning. She stood there, her arms folded neatly in front of her. Her grin wasn't scary. It was a smile you'd see when a mother was pleased with her children. Shiloh suddenly rose, but his eyes had no light in them. If anyone at all had noticed, they'd know that it wasn't Shiloh, as he was always wearing his space-themed jacket. This, whoever it was, had been wearing a blue shirt and some plain jeans. Nothing more that showed off what a bad-ass he was. <br/><br/>Right above the Blue Bishop, the ceiling caved in, and something fell atop her. It was Shiloh, holding a solar ball. It was poised to touch her if any of her guards made a wrong move. That grin that fit his personality was visible, and he winked at Claudia. She winked back and gave a little curtsy. The puppets behind her began to move, disarming the guards with such speed, making sure that all of them were on the floor.<br/><br/>""I don't want to hurt you, ma'am, but you're a troublemaker and you know it."" said Shiloh, holding the Bishop down. He'd heard what she had said about him, but didn't say anything to refute her claims. Her men were murderers as well, and some didn't deserve to live either. <br/><br/>Claudia approached with two puppets behind her, calmly. She avoided the fight between Quicksilver and the Scarlet Diamond. Her puppets were around her constantly, taking any shots for her, then neutralizing any threats. This wasn't planned by her, of course. Shiloh had devised it for the situation. He had been here many times before that he knew how to deal with trouble.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">A puppet... Claudia...</span>thought Damien upon examining what should have been Shiloh's corpse. He was caught by surprise when the real Shiloh burst through the ceiling and the Scarlet Diamond was even astonished by the boy's strategy.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Looks like you do use your brains after all...</span>thought Damien, who was also impressed as Shiloh's plan caught the Bishop off-guard.<br/><br/>''You son-of-a-w***e!'' exclaimed Blue Bishop as she struggled against Shiloh who was on top of her.<br/><br/>''Enough!'' shouted Damien. ''We're all here to<span style=""font-style: italic"">negotiate</span>remember? Now is Blackjack seriously the<span style=""font-style: italic"">only</span>one still respecting that this is supposed to be the underworld's neutral territory?''<br/><br/>''And who the f**k are you boy?'' inquired Blue Bishop.<br/><br/>''Your<span style=""font-style: italic"">worst enemy</span>if you don't co-operate,'' replied Damien with an increasingly non-childish and serious tone.<br/><br/>''F**k you.''<br/><br/>''Let her go or we shoot!'' shouted one of the guards pointing their guns towards Shiloh.<br/><br/>''I'm flattered you consider me the most well behaved,'' said Blackjack with a lighthearted tone. ''But you're right, we're not here to fight but to talk. Come on Bishop, even you must see how the Ace is a much bigger threat to us all compared to this lone wolf vigilante.''<br/><br/>''I'll<span style=""font-style: italic"">consider</span>that once I'm the one on top of<span style=""font-style: italic"">him</span>!''<br/><br/>''For goodness sake, you two can kill each other<span style=""font-style: italic"">later</span>and advisably not inside neutral territory,'' asserted Damien.<br/><br/>Jessica breathed out, somewhat relieved that Shiloh was okay. But she was still mad. ""You may not want to hurt her. But I really, really do."" She muttered, walking back to Damien and the bar-stool. She grabbed some juice from her bag and began drinking it with a face of frustration and anger.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Think first, attack later, I'm really going to have to teach her that... but I suppose it can't be helped, given how her powers are linked to her anger and stress levels.</span><br/><br/>''You want a side of jin or vodka with that?'' mused Blackjack as he watched Jessica drink the juice with such fury in her eyes."
1088,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=275,2014-12-13T02:43:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Islamic Republic e Jariri <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22779015#p22779015"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22778950#p22778950"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Shiloh Haverfield / Claudia Leistner, 2027</span></span></div><br/>""Rookie?"" Claudia scoffed. ""I've been at work since the day I turned 6."" <br/><br/>Suddenly, she was grinning. She stood there, her arms folded neatly in front of her. Her grin wasn't scary. It was a smile you'd see when a mother was pleased with her children. Shiloh suddenly rose, but his eyes had no light in them. If anyone at all had noticed, they'd know that it wasn't Shiloh, as he was always wearing his space-themed jacket. This, whoever it was, had been wearing a blue shirt and some plain jeans. Nothing more that showed off what a bad-ass he was. <br/><br/>Right above the Blue Bishop, the ceiling caved in, and something fell atop her. It was Shiloh, holding a solar ball. It was poised to touch her if any of her guards made a wrong move. That grin that fit his personality was visible, and he winked at Claudia. She winked back and gave a little curtsy. The puppets behind her began to move, disarming the guards with such speed, making sure that all of them were on the floor.<br/><br/>""I don't want to hurt you, ma'am, but you're a troublemaker and you know it."" said Shiloh, holding the Bishop down. He'd heard what she had said about him, but didn't say anything to refute her claims. Her men were murderers as well, and some didn't deserve to live either. <br/><br/>Claudia approached with two puppets behind her, calmly. She avoided the fight between Quicksilver and the Scarlet Diamond. Her puppets were around her constantly, taking any shots for her, then neutralizing any threats. This wasn't planned by her, of course. Shiloh had devised it for the situation. He had been here many times before that he knew how to deal with trouble.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">A puppet... Claudia...</span> thought Damien upon examining what should have been Shiloh's corpse. He was caught by surprise when the real Shiloh burst through the ceiling and the Scarlet Diamond was even astonished by the boy's strategy. <br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Looks like you do use your brains after all...</span> thought Damien, who was also impressed as Shiloh's plan caught the Bishop off-guard.<br/><br/>''You son-of-a-w***e!'' exclaimed Blue Bishop as she struggled against Shiloh who was on top of her. <br/><br/>''Enough!'' shouted Damien. ''We're all here to <span style=""font-style: italic"">negotiate</span> remember? Now is Blackjack seriously the <span style=""font-style: italic"">only</span> one still respecting that this is supposed to be the underworld's neutral territory?''<br/><br/>''And who the f**k are you boy?'' inquired Blue Bishop.<br/><br/>''Your <span style=""font-style: italic"">worst enemy</span> if you don't co-operate,'' replied Damien with an increasingly non-childish and serious tone. <br/><br/>''F**k you.''<br/><br/>''Let her go or we shoot!'' shouted one of the guards pointing their guns towards Shiloh. <br/><br/>''I'm flattered you consider me the most well behaved,'' said Blackjack with a lighthearted tone. ''But you're right, we're not here to fight but to talk. Come on Bishop, even you must see how the Ace is a much bigger threat to us all compared to this lone wolf vigilante.''<br/><br/>''I'll <span style=""font-style: italic"">consider</span> that once I'm the one on top of <span style=""font-style: italic"">him</span>!''<br/><br/>''For goodness sake, you two can kill each other <span style=""font-style: italic"">later</span> and advisably not inside neutral territory,'' asserted Damien.<br/><br/>Jessica breathed out, somewhat relieved that Shiloh was okay. But she was still mad. ""You may not want to hurt her. But I really, really do."" She muttered, walking back to Damien and the bar-stool. She grabbed some juice from her bag and began drinking it with a face of frustration and anger. <br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Think first, attack later, I'm really going to have to teach her that... but I suppose it can't be helped, given how her powers are linked to her anger and stress levels.</span><br/><br/>''You want a side of jin or vodka with that?'' mused Blackjack as he watched Jessica drink the juice with such fury in her eyes.</div></blockquote><br/>""I'll consider it."" She muttered, tossing the empty juice into a dustbin nearby. She looked forward, seriously thinking about having some alcohol right now. ""Though, if I get drunk, I might just kill her."" She remarked with cold fury. She didn't care that she was a gang member. She still tried to kill a kid, which in Jessica's book was inexcusable and drove her to a considerable amount of rage."
1089,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=275,2014-12-13T03:23:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Shiloh Haverfield / Claudia Leistner, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Neither Shiloh nor Claudia had any intentions of stopping at the moment. To make the Bishop's Guards lower their weapons, he moved the solar ball closer to her head. If they dared to shoot him, they would make him drop that solar ball onto their boss.<br/>Claudia stopped right as she was in front of the neutralized Bishop, and her puppets stopped as well. They took what guns were left and threw them where they were out of reach.<br/><br/>""Neutral grounds?"" Claudia wondered and looked around. At the moment, this club looked nothing like neutral grounds. That vulpine creature that had stormed out earlier with those others seemed to have been the cause of all this somehow, though he wasn't around anymore.<br/><br/>""Yes, Claudia. Here, no one's allowed to hurt each other... But right now, the rule seems to be void."" said Shiloh, loosening up on the Bishop. Claudia's puppets assisted her as she got up, but they were holding her tight. They were even stronger than Shiloh was. Claudia looked around, smiling. She was part of no gang, but she could respect the rules.<br/>""Calm yourself down, dear, and I'll let you go."" she told the Bishop.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Timothy Allencourt / Knox Stanforth / Zachary Foster, 2027</span></span></div><br/>In a custom<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://www.moibibiki.com/images/cadillac-fleetwood-wheels-5.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Cadillac Fleetwood</a>, Timothy and Knox went to visit the City Hall, which was at the moment, on complete lockdown. Zachary was already in the building, posing as one of the forensic investigators. The city's police force still had no clue of who it was that had attacked them. A policeman walked up to stop the underage driver and his companion, but Zachary appeared out of nowhere and told the officer off. Timothy smiled and nodded to Zach and drove on towards the back parking lot, for City Hall Employees.<br/><br/>To the guard at the doors Timothy said, ""I'm here to speak to the Mayor."" The man, knowing who this boy was, let him inside even though there were streams of yellow tape on several sections. He and Knox simply stepped over them to get to the Mayors office. They needed to talk immediately."
1090,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=275,2014-12-13T03:30:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>To what Kyle said, Alice laughed, albeit demurely. She understood what he felt about Helen, but could not help but feel as if he was simply afraid of her and who she indirectly worked for.<br/><br/>""Yes, she's quite intense."" she nodded, covering her mouth. ""But you can only prove to her that you've become lawful. Apparently, you've done enough bad things for her to distrust you. The only way to get her trust back is to keep doing lawful things, not only when she's around to watch, but even when she isn't. As you're doing now.""<br/><br/>At that, Alice hugged Kyle again, and stood on her toes to kiss him on the cheek. She was really enjoying his company and his quick change. Her choice to have trusted him was definitely paying off. He wasn't as exaggerated as she'd imagined before, but he was more than just fine, as well. He was a great guy. If only she'd known, their current ongoing story was much like those cheesy movies some people watched at home or at cinemas.<br/><br/>""Thank you,"" she smiled, sitting on the chair as Kyle pulled it out, and moved it back forward once she was settled. Before Kyle got into his own chair, Alice took up a menu of her own. Right there, on the first page she opened, was the blueberry cheesecake. From looking at it alone, she felt like it was good. But she waited for Kyle to order first before she herself spoke."
1091,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=275,2014-12-13T04:29:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22779237#p22779237"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>To what Kyle said, Alice laughed, albeit demurely. She understood what he felt about Helen, but could not help but feel as if he was simply afraid of her and who she indirectly worked for. <br/><br/>""Yes, she's quite intense."" she nodded, covering her mouth. ""But you can only prove to her that you've become lawful. Apparently, you've done enough bad things for her to distrust you. The only way to get her trust back is to keep doing lawful things, not only when she's around to watch, but even when she isn't. As you're doing now.""<br/><br/>At that, Alice hugged Kyle again, and stood on her toes to kiss him on the cheek. She was really enjoying his company and his quick change. Her choice to have trusted him was definitely paying off. He wasn't as exaggerated as she'd imagined before, but he was more than just fine, as well. He was a great guy. If only she'd known, their current ongoing story was much like those cheesy movies some people watched at home or at cinemas. <br/><br/>""Thank you,"" she smiled, sitting on the chair as Kyle pulled it out, and moved it back forward once she was settled. Before Kyle got into his own chair, Alice took up a menu of her own. Right there, on the first page she opened, was the blueberry cheesecake. From looking at it alone, she felt like it was good. But she waited for Kyle to order first before she herself spoke.</div></blockquote><br/>Kyle nodded, and sat down. Though his expression had dimmed somewhat. Alice reminded him that he had done bad things, been a criminal. Sure he could chalk it up to a need to survive and blame his brother, but he was complicit in some very morally grey or outright wrong things. A sudden wash of guilt came over him. He briefly wondered if he was really good for Alice, if his criminal past was going to come back to haunt him and hurt her. He didn't want that to happen... It'd be his worst nightmare. He felt even more guilty considering that. Alice deserved a nice guy, not some ex criminal with a vengeful ghost of a past.<br/><br/>He noted the cheesecake in the menu, then waved to a waiter, still a little down. ""Umm... two blueberry cheesecakes..."" He said, a little distracted and detached from the situation."
1092,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=275,2014-12-13T05:06:00,Islamic Republic e Jariri,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22779208#p22779208"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Shiloh Haverfield / Claudia Leistner, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Neither Shiloh nor Claudia had any intentions of stopping at the moment. To make the Bishop's Guards lower their weapons, he moved the solar ball closer to her head. If they dared to shoot him, they would make him drop that solar ball onto their boss. <br/>Claudia stopped right as she was in front of the neutralized Bishop, and her puppets stopped as well. They took what guns were left and threw them where they were out of reach.<br/><br/>""Neutral grounds?"" Claudia wondered and looked around. At the moment, this club looked nothing like neutral grounds. That vulpine creature that had stormed out earlier with those others seemed to have been the cause of all this somehow, though he wasn't around anymore. <br/><br/>""Yes, Claudia. Here, no one's allowed to hurt each other... But right now, the rule seems to be void."" said Shiloh, loosening up on the Bishop. Claudia's puppets assisted her as she got up, but they were holding her tight. They were even stronger than Shiloh was. Claudia looked around, smiling. She was part of no gang, but she could respect the rules. <br/>""Calm yourself down, dear, and I'll let you go."" she told the Bishop.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>''I'm<span style=""font-style: italic"">perfectly</span>calm!''<br/><br/>''Evidently you're not...'' commented Damien.<br/><br/>''Just get off me!''<br/><br/>''If my guess is right, I'd say the Ace is probably on his way to see the mayor now,'' said Blackjack. ''Now that we're aware of his hostile takeover plans I'd say the Washington Elite will probably launch an offensive sooner than originally planned, perhaps immediately after their officially unveiled tomorrow.''<br/><br/>''Which means we should ready our defences, and maybe even get some faction members to band together,'' said Scarlet Diamond.<br/><br/>''Just how many members comprise the Washington Elite?'' asked Damien.<br/><br/>''Four,'' replied Blackjack.<br/><br/>''And how exactly are four superhumans a threat to the Washington Underworld overall?''<br/><br/>''One is the recipient of the latest Titan formula, the other can manipulate both plant life and earth to a powerful extent, there's one who can even<span style=""font-style: italic"">copy</span>the abilities of others and there's also the one who can manipulate water<span style=""font-style: italic"">and</span>have it conduct electricity.''<br/><br/>''Would the Ace's initial target be a specific faction? Would he go directly for the Silver Queen in an attempt to take her place, or would he try to cut off the less powerful factions first, like Blue Bishops?''<br/><br/>The Bishop glared at him with a look that said she was going to kill him for saying that, despite having been pinned down by Claudia. Her guards were still cautiously locked on towards Claudia, but didn't attack in fear of their boss getting hurt.<br/><br/>''Perhaps... he also has it out for me-''<br/><br/>''Who<span style=""font-style: italic"">doesn't</span>have it out for you? What do you expect when you specialize in blackmail?'' said Scarlet Diamond.<br/>''What if we attacked City Hall before the unveiling, kill the mayor, and kill off the Ace's political support?''<br/><br/>''While I admire your straightforward attitude, wouldn't that risk exposing the underworld? Not to mention superhumans would be stigmatized for the attack and the mayor could even be branded a martyr. He needs to be exposed to the public for the corrupt politician that he really is,'' asserted Damien.<br/><br/>''Kid, you're even younger than me, just what makes you think you're qualified in handling underworld affairs? I'm the leader of my own faction, I know what I'm doing,'' Scarlet Diamond asserted back.<br/><br/>''Already calling me 'kid' I see, already trying to assert your ego and authority in the situation at hand as a way to make up for the sad fact that you simply<span style=""font-style: italic"">cannot</span>surpass the Silver Queen and hope to use the Washington Elite to prove to yourself and to your faction just how mighty you are, but please, in this matter of intrigue and strategy I've long surpassed<span style=""font-style: italic"">you</span>.''<br/><br/>''That arrogance is going to be the end of you someday...'' said Scarlet Diamond, clearly agitated from Damien's ego.<br/><br/>''Says the girl who impulsively dives into a head to head fight against the Silver Queen.''<br/><br/>''We're negotiating how to fight against the Ace, not each other. And so I propose the temporary formation of the Underworld Alliance to combat the threat of the Washington Elite.''<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div><div align=""center""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Timothy Allencourt / Knox Stanforth / Zachary Foster, 2027</span></span></div><br/>In a custom <a class=""postlink"" href=""http://www.moibibiki.com/images/cadillac-fleetwood-wheels-5.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Cadillac Fleetwood</a>, Timothy and Knox went to visit the City Hall, which was at the moment, on complete lockdown. Zachary was already in the building, posing as one of the forensic investigators. The city's police force still had no clue of who it was that had attacked them. A policeman walked up to stop the underage driver and his companion, but Zachary appeared out of nowhere and told the officer off. Timothy smiled and nodded to Zach and drove on towards the back parking lot, for City Hall Employees.<br/><br/>To the guard at the doors Timothy said, ""I'm here to speak to the Mayor."" The man, knowing who this boy was, let him inside even though there were streams of yellow tape on several sections. He and Knox simply stepped over them to get to the Mayors office. They needed to talk immediately.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Mayor Edgar Wallace Connors was staring through his office window towards his next ambition: the White House. The grand building was located not far from City Hall and he plans to make his way into the UAR Presidency someday and become one of the greats forever immortalized in the annals of history. And tomorrow was a big day for him, his unveiling of the Washington Elite, the UAR's first team of superhumans to actually be labelled as 'superheroes'. There was already an animated series commissioned to promote them and there were plans for the publication of Washington Elite comic books, along with additional merchandise to satisfy the group's corporate sponsors. Of course there would be some out cry for commercializing superhumans into becoming so called 'superheroes' and the world was never that black and white, but to the overall masses the Washington Elite through its animated TV series and comic books would capture mass public admiration and improve his own ratings tenfold.<br/><br/>Just then the Ace walked in along with Knox.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Great... what is it now...?</span>thought Mayor Connors.<br/><br/>''Mr Allencourt, I didn't expect to see you this late. We really should book appointments.''"
1093,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=275,2014-12-13T05:37:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Timothy Allencourt / Knox Stanforth, 2027</span></span></div><br/>""There will be no need for appointments after this encounter, Mayor Connors."" Timothy said darkly as he adjusted his glasses. His hand swiftly moved to his waist, causing his shirt to flutter slightly. Now he had a<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://www.a2armory.com/images/cwweapons/1851ivorynavypistol.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">custom-made revolver</a>in his hand, pointing it towards the Mayor's head. Knox was surprised by this movement, but he made no movement against it. Timothy wore a smirk now as he stared the Mayor down. Just then, a burly man entered the room holding a standard-issue secret service handgun. Upon entering, he aimed his weapon at Timothy's head and ordered him to drop his weapon.<br/><br/>But Timothy only laughed. ""There has to be a change of plans, sir."" he said to the Mayor.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Shiloh Haverfield / Claudia Leistner, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Claudia kept the Bishop secure in case she tried to attack Shiloh a second time. All of this was not any of her business, but she seemed to be needed, especially when it came to forward attack. Shiloh's original demeanor, spunky and arrogant, was back again. He'd gotten enough of a rest after all his recent activity. Now he felt perky again.<br/><br/>Here now was an Alliance forming against Timothy and his Shifters, numbering over three hundred thousand at the moment.<br/>No one expected the assistant barman who had only recently been admitted into the Ace's group. Though right now, applying for barman to take the place of the current one. He listened very closely and maintained his act of being scared, crouching down behind the counter and shaking.<br/><br/>""I'd rather not be involved..."" said Shiloh, surprisingly. ""I was only here to check on Damien & Jessica."" he continued, unknowingly making things a bit harder for him. ""I have to be getting home soon. Are you staying any longer?"" he asked Damien, looking over to Claudia who shrugged.<br/><br/>""I'm staying to keep an eye on Sir Somerfield."" she said more quietly, to Shiloh. He nodded.<br/><br/>""Well?"""
1094,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=275,2014-12-13T05:51:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Islamic Republic e Jariri <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22779579#p22779579"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22779208#p22779208"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Shiloh Haverfield / Claudia Leistner, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Neither Shiloh nor Claudia had any intentions of stopping at the moment. To make the Bishop's Guards lower their weapons, he moved the solar ball closer to her head. If they dared to shoot him, they would make him drop that solar ball onto their boss. <br/>Claudia stopped right as she was in front of the neutralized Bishop, and her puppets stopped as well. They took what guns were left and threw them where they were out of reach.<br/><br/>""Neutral grounds?"" Claudia wondered and looked around. At the moment, this club looked nothing like neutral grounds. That vulpine creature that had stormed out earlier with those others seemed to have been the cause of all this somehow, though he wasn't around anymore. <br/><br/>""Yes, Claudia. Here, no one's allowed to hurt each other... But right now, the rule seems to be void."" said Shiloh, loosening up on the Bishop. Claudia's puppets assisted her as she got up, but they were holding her tight. They were even stronger than Shiloh was. Claudia looked around, smiling. She was part of no gang, but she could respect the rules. <br/>""Calm yourself down, dear, and I'll let you go."" she told the Bishop.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>''I'm <span style=""font-style: italic"">perfectly</span> calm!''<br/><br/>''Evidently you're not...'' commented Damien. <br/><br/>''Just get off me!''<br/><br/>''If my guess is right, I'd say the Ace is probably on his way to see the mayor now,'' said Blackjack. ''Now that we're aware of his hostile takeover plans I'd say the Washington Elite will probably launch an offensive sooner than originally planned, perhaps immediately after their officially unveiled tomorrow.''<br/><br/>''Which means we should ready our defences, and maybe even get some faction members to band together,'' said Scarlet Diamond. <br/><br/>''Just how many members comprise the Washington Elite?'' asked Damien.<br/><br/>''Four,'' replied Blackjack.<br/><br/>''And how exactly are four superhumans a threat to the Washington Underworld overall?''<br/><br/>''One is the recipient of the latest Titan formula, the other can manipulate both plant life and earth to a powerful extent, there's one who can even <span style=""font-style: italic"">copy</span> the abilities of others and there's also the one who can manipulate water <span style=""font-style: italic"">and</span> have it conduct electricity.'' <br/><br/>''Would the Ace's initial target be a specific faction? Would he go directly for the Silver Queen in an attempt to take her place, or would he try to cut off the less powerful factions first, like Blue Bishops?''<br/><br/>The Bishop glared at him with a look that said she was going to kill him for saying that, despite having been pinned down by Claudia. Her guards were still cautiously locked on towards Claudia, but didn't attack in fear of their boss getting hurt. <br/><br/>''Perhaps... he also has it out for me-''<br/><br/>''Who <span style=""font-style: italic"">doesn't</span> have it out for you? What do you expect when you specialize in blackmail?'' said Scarlet Diamond.<br/>''What if we attacked City Hall before the unveiling, kill the mayor, and kill off the Ace's political support?''<br/><br/>''While I admire your straightforward attitude, wouldn't that risk exposing the underworld? Not to mention superhumans would be stigmatized for the attack and the mayor could even be branded a martyr. He needs to be exposed to the public for the corrupt politician that he really is,'' asserted Damien.<br/><br/>''Kid, you're even younger than me, just what makes you think you're qualified in handling underworld affairs? I'm the leader of my own faction, I know what I'm doing,'' Scarlet Diamond asserted back. <br/><br/>''Already calling me 'kid' I see, already trying to assert your ego and authority in the situation at hand as a way to make up for the sad fact that you simply <span style=""font-style: italic"">cannot</span> surpass the Silver Queen and hope to use the Washington Elite to prove to yourself and to your faction just how mighty you are, but please, in this matter of intrigue and strategy I've long surpassed <span style=""font-style: italic"">you</span>.''<br/><br/>''That arrogance is going to be the end of you someday...'' said Scarlet Diamond, clearly agitated from Damien's ego.<br/><br/>''Says the girl who impulsively dives into a head to head fight against the Silver Queen.''<br/><br/>''We're negotiating how to fight against the Ace, not each other. And so I propose the temporary formation of the Underworld Alliance to combat the threat of the Washington Elite.''</div></blockquote><br/>""I'd heed his words, considering the fact that he has a genius IQ and the fact that you've only been leader of your faction for a short time."" Quicksilver pointed out. ""Though I do have to say the Underworld Alliance sounds like a good title.""<br/><br/>Quicksilver then yawned again, and got out of her seat. ""Well, I have to say in the end that was both an exciting and productive meeting. Plus I didn't have to murder anyone, which isn't usually the case."" She said, walking over to Scarlet. She pulled out her Nylon knife, and put it into the girls hands. ""Here, have this. Good for metal detectors and metal manipulators."" She said with a wink, then moved to ruffle her hair playfully before moving out.<br/><br/>""I'l have my subordinates give you all a number by which you may contact me. Don't bother trying to use it to track me, it wont work."" She said, turning around before she left. ""Toodles."" She said, waving before walking out the club door."
1095,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=275,2014-12-13T13:08:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>After the order and the waiter walked away, Alice set her chin between her palms and once again leaned on the table. She had seen Kyle's expression, his sudden change of mood. It was probably something she said. Thankfully she was aware of that completely. That distant look on his face was something she imagined involved his past. It was simple enough for her to grasp, and sto she grabbed it by the neck. Smiling sweetly, as an angel, she placed one hand on Kyle's and shook it gently.<br/><br/>""You can't let that bother you. Not anymore, Kyle West. It will only lead to trouble."" she told him in a soft, comforting tone and voice. ""You're striving to be better now, aren't you? And if we run into problems, we'll confront them, head-on. You know that neither of us are push-overs. We can get through anything together, and we will.""<br/><br/>Once again, Alice smiled, learning more and more about the concept of humanity. There was more for her to learn, but she was taking things step-by-step, so as not to miss the more important things. It was work alone that kept her from learning too much at all. Now with the time she needed and the one she loved, she could do so. She was going to strive to become human. Maybe not physically, but mentally, emotionally, and spiritually. Alice wanted to be more than a machine. Her superiors had promised to give her a normal life, but they couldn't. So the only way to right that wrong was to do things herself, but with the help of another. And that would be Kyle."
1096,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=275,2014-12-13T22:14:00,Islamic Republic e Jariri,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22779657#p22779657"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Timothy Allencourt / Knox Stanforth, 2027</span></span></div><br/>""There will be no need for appointments after this encounter, Mayor Connors."" Timothy said darkly as he adjusted his glasses. His hand swiftly moved to his waist, causing his shirt to flutter slightly. Now he had a <a class=""postlink"" href=""http://www.a2armory.com/images/cwweapons/1851ivorynavypistol.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">custom-made revolver</a> in his hand, pointing it towards the Mayor's head. Knox was surprised by this movement, but he made no movement against it. Timothy wore a smirk now as he stared the Mayor down. Just then, a burly man entered the room holding a standard-issue secret service handgun. Upon entering, he aimed his weapon at Timothy's head and ordered him to drop his weapon.<br/><br/>But Timothy only laughed. ""There has to be a change of plans, sir."" he said to the Mayor. </div></blockquote><br/><br/>''Hey now... come on, I thought we had an agreement...'' the mayor muttered nervously as he slowly back away from Timothy.<br/>''The Washington Elite will be ready by tomorrow, I thought everything was on schedule...''<br/><br/>There was an emergency button situated under his desk that could call the police if pressed and he was steadily pacing towards it, though hoped not to have to use it. He himself had a lot at stake if his dealings with the Ace were exposed."
1097,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=275,2014-12-13T23:28:00,Islamic Republic e Jariri,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22779657#p22779657"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Shiloh Haverfield / Claudia Leistner, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Claudia kept the Bishop secure in case she tried to attack Shiloh a second time. All of this was not any of her business, but she seemed to be needed, especially when it came to forward attack. Shiloh's original demeanor, spunky and arrogant, was back again. He'd gotten enough of a rest after all his recent activity. Now he felt perky again. <br/><br/>Here now was an Alliance forming against Timothy and his Shifters, numbering over three hundred thousand at the moment.<br/>No one expected the assistant barman who had only recently been admitted into the Ace's group. Though right now, applying for barman to take the place of the current one. He listened very closely and maintained his act of being scared, crouching down behind the counter and shaking. <br/><br/>""I'd rather not be involved..."" said Shiloh, surprisingly. ""I was only here to check on Damien &amp; Jessica."" he continued, unknowingly making things a bit harder for him. ""I have to be getting home soon. Are you staying any longer?"" he asked Damien, looking over to Claudia who shrugged. <br/><br/>""I'm staying to keep an eye on Sir Somerfield."" she said more quietly, to Shiloh. He nodded.<br/><br/>""Well?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>''I was just leaving myself,'' agreed Damien. He had already gotten more information than originally expected and had a feeling that he shouldn't be overstaying his apparent welcome. Getting up from his stool he turned towards Jessica and said: ''Come on, we're leaving.''<br/><br/>''I assume we'll keep in touch then,'' said Blackjack.<br/><br/>''Don't assume,<span style=""font-style: italic"">anticipate</span>,'' replied Damien as he and Jessica headed towards the exit.<br/><br/>He already had Quicksilver's number, on his previous phone before it was destroyed, and had memorized and added it into his new one. It seemed whenever they both shared a common enemy in the underworld they ended up working together. And he hadn't expected this association to last longer than the Red King incident but now he may have just ended up joining an alliance within the underworld to take down the Ace of Hearts. The Blackjack was right, it would be of everyone's benefit to neutralize the Ace's threat. But what was to await him afterwards? Eventually this truce would come to an end and there was the risk of him being hunted by Quicksilver. He had to find a way to regain his healing ability before it came down to that nightmare scenario...<br/><br/>Once outside the building he passed Jessica his mobile phone.<br/><br/>''Call a taxi, I need to have a word with Shiloh and that other girl.''"
1098,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=275,2014-12-13T23:39:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Timothy Allencourt / Knox Stanforth / Zachary Foster, 2027</span></span></div><br/>""Yes. They<span style=""font-style: italic"">are</span>on schedule, but the schedule is ruined. We do have an agreement, but you couldn't make sure no one found out about it."" Timothy shook his head and his gun at the same time. ""That big-mouthed goth, Blackjack'll sell us out!""<br/><br/>The guard at the door entered slowly, looked out into the hallway, and stepped inside. He holstered his pistol and locked the door. Within seconds, his burly formed had shrunk into a smaller one. It was Zach, of course. No wonder Timothy wasn't even worried. Knox saw it coming, too. And so he kept his cool. The gun followed the Mayor's head as he moved slowly around. By now Timothy was well aware of where he was going, and glanced back at Zach, who nodded. Zach disappeared, then was suddenly covering the desk with his strange mercury-like form. The desk slowly was corroded, then destroyed. Every bit of it.<br/><br/>""I'm serious here, Mayor. You know what I wanted, and you knew who we were up against. Yet... You weren't ready?"" continued Timothy, evidently getting aggravated after every second that passed. Zachary had returned to his form now, and was grinning at the nervous man.<br/>""You know, I might just have you replaced. With someone better. Someone more... Efficient."" Timothy turned his head to Zach, and smiled. ""What do you think, Zachary?"""
1099,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=275,2014-12-14T00:13:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Shiloh Haverfield / Claudia Leistner, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Shiloh was first out the front door after Jessica, then Claudia came last, having her puppets release the Blue Bishop just as she disappeared. They had both followed Damien and Jessica, moving quickly and carefully. Someone could still be following them.<br/>Apparently, the Ace, the only one of the kingpins that Shiloh was on good terms with, had started some kind of trouble to cause all of this. Something about The Washington Elite. To that, he only shrugged. He didn't even like them. But now, they were going to become real figures. More popular with kids. But heroes weren't his things. Spies, yeah... But heroes? Yuk.<br/><br/>Claudia had no idea what to think. She had her eyes on Damien, still. Making sure he was safe, as Sir Gerard wanted. She definitely wasn't going to let him out of her sight from now on. But to do so she would need some reinforcements. She tapped Shiloh's shoulder gently and bowed.<br/><br/>""Sir Haverfield. It was a joy working with you. But for now, I must go. To make more puppets for us to work with. Will you watch Sir Royale over there for me?"" she asked him.<br/><br/>""Sure,"" the boy replied, grinning right back. And at that, Claudia shot off with her remaining puppets. Some had been shot down during the brawl inside the club, and so there was quite a need for a couple of new ones."
1100,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=275,2014-12-14T00:14:00,Saestea,(---)
1101,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=275,2014-12-14T01:16:00,Islamic Republic e Jariri,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22790664#p22790664"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Shiloh Haverfield / Claudia Leistner, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Shiloh was first out the front door after Jessica, then Claudia came last, having her puppets release the Blue Bishop just as she disappeared. They had both followed Damien and Jessica, moving quickly and carefully. Someone could still be following them.<br/>Apparently, the Ace, the only one of the kingpins that Shiloh was on good terms with, had started some kind of trouble to cause all of this. Something about The Washington Elite. To that, he only shrugged. He didn't even like them. But now, they were going to become real figures. More popular with kids. But heroes weren't his things. Spies, yeah... But heroes? Yuk.<br/><br/>Claudia had no idea what to think. She had her eyes on Damien, still. Making sure he was safe, as Sir Gerard wanted. She definitely wasn't going to let him out of her sight from now on. But to do so she would need some reinforcements. She tapped Shiloh's shoulder gently and bowed.<br/><br/>""Sir Haverfield. It was a joy working with you. But for now, I must go. To make more puppets for us to work with. Will you watch Sir Royale over there for me?"" she asked him.<br/><br/>""Sure,"" the boy replied, grinning right back. And at that, Claudia shot off with her remaining puppets. Some had been shot down during the brawl inside the club, and so there was quite a need for a couple of new ones.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>''Shiloh, while I am appreciative of your concern for my safety, you're grandparents must be terribly worried and so must Portia. I'll be returning to my accommodations soon and surely you have school coming up this morning?''<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Claudia's gone off, right before I could have the opportunity to question her further. I need to keep an eye on her, find out exactly who she is and what she's after. I've skipped enough of school already so I suppose I should really try to attend classes this morning to avoid suspicion, afterwards I need to research the Borsch Corp files on this new Titan formula and fortunately that CD I recovered when shutting down Mosley's servers should contain useful information. I also need to figure out just why the city's mayor is supporting the Ace... I have a feeling that I shall become a lot busier over the next few days...</span>"
1102,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=275,2014-12-14T02:05:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22783013#p22783013"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>After the order and the waiter walked away, Alice set her chin between her palms and once again leaned on the table. She had seen Kyle's expression, his sudden change of mood. It was probably something she said. Thankfully she was aware of that completely. That distant look on his face was something she imagined involved his past. It was simple enough for her to grasp, and sto she grabbed it by the neck. Smiling sweetly, as an angel, she placed one hand on Kyle's and shook it gently.<br/><br/>""You can't let that bother you. Not anymore, Kyle West. It will only lead to trouble."" she told him in a soft, comforting tone and voice. ""You're striving to be better now, aren't you? And if we run into problems, we'll confront them, head-on. You know that neither of us are push-overs. We can get through anything together, and we will."" <br/><br/>Once again, Alice smiled, learning more and more about the concept of humanity. There was more for her to learn, but she was taking things step-by-step, so as not to miss the more important things. It was work alone that kept her from learning too much at all. Now with the time she needed and the one she loved, she could do so. She was going to strive to become human. Maybe not physically, but mentally, emotionally, and spiritually. Alice wanted to be more than a machine. Her superiors had promised to give her a normal life, but they couldn't. So the only way to right that wrong was to do things herself, but with the help of another. And that would be Kyle.</div></blockquote><br/>Kyle smiled back. He really liked it when Alice smiled, it seemed to purge him of all his worries, all his fears. ""I... I really should thank you again."" He said, smiling even wider. He squeezed her hands a little. ""If I had never met you, I don't think I would have had the spine to leave my stupid brother and crime. But... ever since I met you my life had been... so much better. You really are wonderful Alice."" He continued, his confidence growing as he spoke. ""You're right. I'm being a selfish idiot. I'm striving to be better for you. And we can get through anything together... We can do anything together..."" He continued speaking. ""And Alice... I have to say... I l-""<br/><br/>""Your Cheesecake, sir and madam..."" A female waiter said nervously, obviously new on the job and already nervous. Her eyes widened as she saw the combined look of crushed shock on Kyle's face, the look of someone who was sharply brought back to reality as hardly as possible after being in the most wondrous dream. Then looked at Alice, then their hands. Then she understood.<br/><br/>""I interupted something didn't I..."" she said, biting her lip.<br/><br/>Kyle nodded, and the waiter looked like she was a deer caught in headlights. She even began going slightly invisible, revealing her metahuman nature. She carefully put the plates with the cheesecakes onto the table. ""Sorry..."" She said. ""I'm so sorry.""<br/><br/>As soon as she finished doing so, she sighed. ""Well, I don't suppose I'l be getting a tip then..."" She awkwardly joked. Then she just walked back into the cafe, probably mentally cursing her stupidity.<br/><br/>Kyle looked back at Alice. ""Right... Cheesecake..."""
1103,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=300,2014-12-14T05:01:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>""Aww..."" Alice puckered her lips playfully, ""I love you too, Kyle West. You are a dream come true for me."" she said to him, nodding. Even though the waitress's sudden appearance cut off his words, Alice's mind pieced it all together. Her smile returned right after, at the thought of cheesecake and this very date. ""I never thought anyone would accept me for what I was.. Guess I was wrong. I found you.""<br/><br/>She didn't mind about the waitress. That wasn't something too big that she wouldn't leave a tip. Releasing Kyle's hands, she moved her elbows to the edge of the table and smiled again. The cheesecake was right in front of her. And she wanted to try it so badly. Though at first she waited for Kyle to move. What a scene. She'd never once thought she'd be sitting in front of a guy with cheesecake all her life. She had always thought that though she was the recreation of a person, she would never be perfect in anyone's eyes, except for her siblings. Kyle was more than just perfect for her. They were meant to be. And one way or the other, they would find a way to get through their problems."
1104,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=300,2014-12-14T05:17:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Shiloh Haverfield, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Damien was pretty much right. Granddad Ernst would be real mad when Shiloh got back home. Portia might be angry with him as well. And there was school tomorrow. He'd rather play in the snow than waste more time. But... Claudia had asked him to watch Damien for her. But he really had to go home. There was no avoiding it. Shiloh nodded to Damien, then winked to Jessica. It didn't mean anything besides a simple goodbye, Shiloh style.<br/><br/>Hands in his pockets, Shiloh then stalked off, humming the Mission: Impossible tune again."
1105,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=300,2014-12-14T19:55:00,Islamic Republic e Jariri,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22790456#p22790456"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Timothy Allencourt / Knox Stanforth / Zachary Foster, 2027</span></span></div><br/>""Yes. They <span style=""font-style: italic"">are</span> on schedule, but the schedule is ruined. We do have an agreement, but you couldn't make sure no one found out about it."" Timothy shook his head and his gun at the same time. ""That big-mouthed goth, Blackjack'll sell us out!"" <br/><br/>The guard at the door entered slowly, looked out into the hallway, and stepped inside. He holstered his pistol and locked the door. Within seconds, his burly formed had shrunk into a smaller one. It was Zach, of course. No wonder Timothy wasn't even worried. Knox saw it coming, too. And so he kept his cool. The gun followed the Mayor's head as he moved slowly around. By now Timothy was well aware of where he was going, and glanced back at Zach, who nodded. Zach disappeared, then was suddenly covering the desk with his strange mercury-like form. The desk slowly was corroded, then destroyed. Every bit of it.<br/><br/>""I'm serious here, Mayor. You know what I wanted, and you knew who we were up against. Yet... You weren't ready?"" continued Timothy, evidently getting aggravated after every second that passed. Zachary had returned to his form now, and was grinning at the nervous man. <br/>""You know, I might just have you replaced. With someone better. Someone more... Efficient."" Timothy turned his head to Zach, and smiled. ""What do you think, Zachary?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>''What are you saying... you can't do that... I'm irreplaceable, you<span style=""font-style: italic"">need</span>me!'' pleaded the mayor, desperate to resist the futility of the situation. ''Besides the underworld is you're specialty, I do the itty gritty politics and you take care of those kingpins, we had an arrangement goddammit!''<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><br/><br/>........................<br/><br/>Time Skip<br/><br/>⌛<br/><br/>12:30<br/><br/>........................</span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Café Xpress</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Her shoes tell me she's been to the local park, the small trial of sand traces she leaves behind indicates she was probably in a sandbox, playing with a child, by her age she's too young to be a mother, her scarf looks like its made out of genuine fox fur so she must be of high social standing, very unlikely to be a teenage mother by the statistics of today, if I assume she was playing with a sibling of hers it would make sense as its currently the long recess, she however isn't wearing a school uniform, therefore its likely she's in higher education like college or university, her sense of dress indicates affiliation with the arts.<br/><br/>She's ordered an extra large mug? For herself? That's interesting, even more so from the fact that it's black coffee, with no sugar. Combine that with those tired eyes and signs of leukonychia striata on her finger nails could theorize possible alcoholism, though the coffee may be acting as some kind of substitute to help her recover. Her skin overall is lightly tanned but I've noticed a lighter area encircling part of her left ring finger. Obviously she must have been wearing a ring on that finger for quite a while until recently, and she's not too young to be engaged to be married by today's standards, so perhaps she had been in a serious relationship with a partner before there was a falling out, likely related to her alcoholism.<br/><br/>Even though she's wearing a fox scarf she doesn't look especially that well groomed for someone of her social standing, therefore either she's in depression, has been estranged from her family... or she's a drama student... wearing someone else's clothes... but for a prop the scarf really did look quite genuine, but otherwise indicates she's not actually of high social standing and is just a overworked student who recently broke off from a steady relationship. If she's wearing props out here it must been she's really trying to immerse herself into her given role, to distract her mind from alcohol and her ex-fiancee, she wants to escape from her current reality and live in a fantasy world because her real life must greatly trouble her. Still can't analyze more about the sand box or who she was playing with or why... but if she likes playing with children that does only further support the fantasy world complex.</span><br/><br/>He zoned back in when he realized his coffee was getting cold. Cortado coffee, made with 5 shots of espresso and mixed with steamed milk along with caramel. Taking deep long sips from his lukewarm mug he glanced over by the clock. He didn't want to go back to school, especially with another biased history class coming up. Besides he had more important work to do and he spent hours going through the data on that CD last night. While there was nothing on the Ace or the underworld itself, there was mention of Dr Vivian Hope's new Titan formula and its capabilities.<br/><br/>More importantly the Washington Elite would be unveiled in half an hour in City Hall..."
1106,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=300,2014-12-15T02:45:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22791907#p22791907"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>""Aww..."" Alice puckered her lips playfully, ""I love you too, Kyle West. You are a dream come true for me."" she said to him, nodding. Even though the waitress's sudden appearance cut off his words, Alice's mind pieced it all together. Her smile returned right after, at the thought of cheesecake and this very date. ""I never thought anyone would accept me for what I was.. Guess I was wrong. I found you.""<br/><br/>She didn't mind about the waitress. That wasn't something too big that she wouldn't leave a tip. Releasing Kyle's hands, she moved her elbows to the edge of the table and smiled again. The cheesecake was right in front of her. And she wanted to try it so badly. Though at first she waited for Kyle to move. What a scene. She'd never once thought she'd be sitting in front of a guy with cheesecake all her life. She had always thought that though she was the recreation of a person, she would never be perfect in anyone's eyes, except for her siblings. Kyle was more than just perfect for her. They were meant to be. And one way or the other, they would find a way to get through their problems.</div></blockquote><br/>Kyle smiled, nodding. ""You're... better than a dream. I don't think I could dream of anyone as wonderful as you."" He said, though it was a little cheesy to say he was being honest. He didn't think anyone who knew about his criminal side would ever trust him, sure there might be the girls who would be into him because he's a ""bad boy"" but that never lasted, seeing as he wasn't a bad boy by any stretch. He was bad at acting tough and he didn't think he could really intimidate anyone. But Alice seemed to, more than accept him, to like-... no she seemed to love him.<br/><br/>Maybe it was too early to call it love, but Kyle had to admit he didn't think time really mattered now that he had met someone as perfect and wonderful as Alice. He took a spoonful of cheesecake, tasting it, and smiled. ""This is... really nice. I wonder why I never tried this before..."" He said."
1107,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=300,2014-12-15T03:04:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Timothy Allencourt / Knox Stanforth / Zachary Foster, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Zach smirked at the Mayor and shook his head. He began to laugh sinisterly. ""Not really..."" the boy cracked his knuckles.<br/>""Nothing is too hard to replace for me.""<br/><br/>Timothy holstered his revolver and pushed his hands into his pockets as Zach did his job. Another ""Mayor"" rose up from a pool of silverish liquid next to him, that politician's campaigning smile on his face. Still laughing, Zach took a step towards the Mayor and knocked him over, his arm shaped like a scimitar. Timothy couldn't help but giggle as well as Zach prepared to strike. Timothy then pressed his fingers against his glasses to emphasize his cool evil appearance.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://s29.postimg.org/e94cuharr/Keima_Katsuragi_The_Word_God_Only_Knows.jpg""/></div><br/>""You see, Mayor... I am the most refined of all kingpins in this city next to the Red King. I can handle politics, given the chance. Though I really don't have to. We have a new Mayor now don't we? Like I said, a more efficient one."" he said arrogantly, looking back up at Mayor Connors. He didn't have too much trust in the Washington Elite either, but he needed them to at least soften up the front lines. If they were better than he was expecting, then it would be all good.<br/><br/>""Any last words, Sir?"" asked Zach, his expression turning quickly ghastly. Knox never liked Zach. One moment he was nice and bubbly. Then the next he was all utterly filled with evil and hate. Unknown to him it was the effects of his Sanctioning. But this personality of his was what Timothy liked, so he was here to stay."
1108,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=300,2014-12-15T04:03:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine / Sarah Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Giggling again, Alice picked up a fork as Kyle took his first bite of their little meal. She sliced off a bit, admired its colors and how soft it was, then tried it out for herself. She paused again, like how she did when she first tried pizza. It was absolutely amazing. Like nothing she had ever had. Since that moment, she decided that she would spend a lot of time at this café with Kyle. Maybe with her sisters, too, sometime. Just at that thought, a white Mercedes drove by and stopped. Out of it came a<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://oi59.tinypic.com/30vepfc.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">young woman</a>about as tall as Alice, and had the same eye color as her, though her hair was shiny white. She sat on the hood of her car for a while before stepping into the café, looking over at Alice. Noticing that she was speaking with someone however, she waited. Taking another bite at her cake she showed Kyle her palms and nodded to the girl. She nodded back and walked over.<br/><br/>""Hey Alice."" she began, waving politely to Kyle. ""Heard you and Natalia were glitching?""<br/><br/>Alice frowned and nodded, being honest about her current condition. ""Yes. We haven't gotten a good solution to it yet.""<br/><br/>""Well... We'll get around it. It's alright. Where's the new HQ?"" she asked.<br/><br/>Alice didn't answer, quickly transferring the location of Helen's apartment to her sister's database. Once she received it, she smiled. It was inconspicuous enough. Once again, she waved to Kyle and added a nod to it before turning to leave. She didn't even bother to ask, as she'd be interrupting something, anyway.<br/><br/>""Sorry about that.."" said Alice with a giggle as she returned to her chair. ""My whole family's here. That was my twin sister, Sara. We don't look alike, yeah... But we were released on the same date."""
1109,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=300,2014-12-15T04:27:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22803540#p22803540"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine / Sarah Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Giggling again, Alice picked up a fork as Kyle took his first bite of their little meal. She sliced off a bit, admired its colors and how soft it was, then tried it out for herself. She paused again, like how she did when she first tried pizza. It was absolutely amazing. Like nothing she had ever had. Since that moment, she decided that she would spend a lot of time at this café with Kyle. Maybe with her sisters, too, sometime. Just at that thought, a white Mercedes drove by and stopped. Out of it came a <a class=""postlink"" href=""http://oi59.tinypic.com/30vepfc.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">young woman</a> about as tall as Alice, and had the same eye color as her, though her hair was shiny white. She sat on the hood of her car for a while before stepping into the café, looking over at Alice. Noticing that she was speaking with someone however, she waited. Taking another bite at her cake she showed Kyle her palms and nodded to the girl. She nodded back and walked over.<br/><br/>""Hey Alice."" she began, waving politely to Kyle. ""Heard you and Natalia were glitching?""<br/><br/>Alice frowned and nodded, being honest about her current condition. ""Yes. We haven't gotten a good solution to it yet.""<br/><br/>""Well... We'll get around it. It's alright. Where's the new HQ?"" she asked.<br/><br/>Alice didn't answer, quickly transferring the location of Helen's apartment to her sister's database. Once she received it, she smiled. It was inconspicuous enough. Once again, she waved to Kyle and added a nod to it before turning to leave. She didn't even bother to ask, as she'd be interrupting something, anyway.<br/><br/>""Sorry about that.."" said Alice with a giggle as she returned to her chair. ""My whole family's here. That was my twin sister, Sara. We don't look alike, yeah... But we were released on the same date.""</div></blockquote><br/>""She seems nice."" Kyle said, nodding with a smile. He was glad to meet more of Alice's sisters, but he was getting a little annoyed and a bit worried at the interruptions to their date. But he didn't want to seem rude or worried, as that might upset Alice. ""We're your sisters released on a different date? Who made you guys?"" He asked, now with quite a bit of curiosity."
1110,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=300,2014-12-15T04:46:00,Charmera,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Jessica</span><br/>Jessica sighed, walking out her rooms door, stretching slightly and yawning before she walked down the steps to outside the orphanage, not wanting any of the kids to listen into her conversation. She had not had a lot of sleep since last night, and so was mildly cranky, bags having formed under her eyes indicating her lack of sleep. She moved to the side of the building, grabbing her old cell phone (she couldn't afford a smart phone and only had an old second hand phone) and dialling Damien's number. She wanted to talk to Sommerfield after what happened last night."
1111,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=300,2014-12-15T07:34:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Taking another piece from her cheesecake, Alice shrugged, her eyes directed elsewhere as she chewed. She really didn't know as it seemed that ll their production records had been purged before they were activated. It seemed shady, but whatever. Even Natalia didn't know. Anyway, she didn't seem too bothered at all by that fact. She was smiling anyway, but mostly because it seemed that Sara had immediately left a good impression with Kyle.<br/><br/>""I don't know where we were released either."" she added after swallowing the cake. Alice spoke again, as she took a piece of tissue paper with which to wipe her mouth. ""I'm glad you like Sara. She's the most serious of us four. Natalia's pretty calm as well, but she can be a goof when she wants to be."" she giggled, putting the tissue away. Then, because of Kyle's question, her own curiosity was struck. She pressed her elbow against the table, staring at Kyle and playing with her fork.<br/>""What's your brother like? I've only seen him with his mask on. Does he look like you?"""
1112,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=300,2014-12-15T10:37:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Stéphane Perrier / The Evans Siblings, 2027</span></span></div><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">What a day</span>, thought Stéphane with a deep troubled sigh. He was on his way to the laundry shop where he'd left his old uniform. The one he obtained when he worked for the Order, now fallen. The middle-aged woman who kept the shop seemed quite unsettled usually by Stéphane's presence, recognizing the uniform he wore. She was a metahuman herself and had only narrowly survived the purge of Washington that happened many years ago. Her discomfort was obvious as the young man entered her workplace. As soon as Stéphane entered and the chime above the door was triggered, she went to the room behind the counter to get the uniform and be done with it all. If she was sure of anything, it was that she'd never let the boy leave his clothes again.<br/><br/>Stéphane had a look of hurt on his face as the lady came back with his clothes. He noticed how she was avoiding him, but couldn't really do anything about it. He wasn't about to make friends with her just because she seemed scared of him. He had no reason to prove her wrong. He had done some terrible things as a serf of the Order. He deserved to be shunned and disrespected. Once he retrieved his clothing, he checked if anything was missing, and promptly left upon finding nothing missing. Just to lighten the lady's mood, he gave her a smile and a grateful nod as he left the building.<br/><br/>The night before had been a restless night for Stéphane. He was afraid of the nightmares that crept after him when he closed his eyes. Visions of men, women, and children who begged him for mercy and screamed in agony as he jabbed his spear into their bodies and wrenched their innards out. Stéphane dreaded the night. It was the worst part of his day. He felt as though he was being perpetually stalked by the souls of the people he had ruthlessly murdered. Could he not be redeemed for his acts? He had been helping metahumans instead of hurting them ever since he became of age, doing as much as he could and spending as much as needed for their welfare in this terribly corrupt city.<br/><br/>Thinking of all his lackings and flaws, Stéphane wandered into the street with a glassy look upon his face. A car nearly ran into him, but he didn't flinch. He stared at its hood and wondered momentarily why it didn't just kill him. He wanted to die, but couldn't hurt himself. There was his mother to take care of. He didn't want to leave her now that he had time for her. He wanted to be the best son to her, as he hadn't been when he was younger. He was an awful boy. No one else she had known had children who committed cold-blooded murder for fun. Stéphane was different in a bad way.<br/><br/>The young man stood and stared as a man with a hairy chest and bulging belly stepped out of his car and began yelling, throwing insults at him. Stéphane no longer bothered. He was avoiding the man's eyes, accepting all the curses and degrading words. Then it came. A fist to the side of his face. The bag in his arms was thrown onto the street and Stéphane fell to the ground. But he didn't get up. The man grabbed his collar and threw another punch, yet Stéphane stayed the same, taking the abuse. Several people came in to intervene and pulled the man down. One of them even punched the aggressor in the gut to make him stop. An old lady carrying a paper bag took pity on Stéphane and approached to help him. He took her hand and stood up, looking around. The man who had punched him was sitting on the sidewalk, talking to a police man. Before he could be approached by the officer, he'd thanked the woman, gathered his bags, and left.<br/><br/>Stéphane only glanced back once to see the man who had punched him being brought into a police car. Probably because there were witnesses, he was caught. That was justice enough. Before heading home, Stéphane did as he had been asked and purchased some medicines for his mother. When he arrived home, the first thing he did was hug his mother and cry. Cry for half-an-hour. Understanding her child's situation, she gladly took him in her arms and consoled him and reassured him that he need not be angry at himself, for he was now changing as a young man. She released him, kissed his forehead and told him to go to work with a smile on his face instead of a frown. Admitting once again that his mother was right, Stéphane nodded and wiped his face and eyes. He dragged his feet as he headed to the shower. He changed back into his Order uniform and made sure his mother was comfortable before he left for work. Like Mia Evans, Stéphane Perrier was a social worker as well.<br/>The young man took his phone out as he entered the nearby general store to get some treats for the kids at the orphanage.<br/><br/>""Hello? Mia, are you coming in today?"" asked Stéphane as he began to browse for treats to give out for today's snack-time.<br/><hr/><br/>Mia Evans was elsewhere, at an ice cream shop, with her twin brothers. She excused herself and put the phone to her ear upon checking and finding out that her boss was calling.<br/><br/>""Sir... Sir Perrier? Uhh, no Sir. Not today. My brother just got out of his comatose state, and I'd like to spend some time with him. I hope that's alright."" she said in a bit of a whisper. Behind her, Mitchell playfully smeared some strawberry ice cream on his brother's cheek. Matt giggled, but only wiped it off. He felt uncomfortable being in charge of Mitchell. Usually he was the calm, responsible one. But he wasn't his age right now. Mitch would have to catch up to his body.<br/><hr/><br/>""Oh, I see. It's alright."" said Stéphane, putting on a smile. ""That's good to know. I'm happy for you, Mia.""<br/><br/>Mia seemed happy as well as she said 'thank you' and 'good-bye'. Stéphane went back to his browsing with a smile, knowing that his favourite employee's brother had finally awoken from a 7 year coma and was now bonding with his remaining relatives. It truly sounded nice, leaving him with a feeling of warmth. After picking up the juice boxes and biscuits and other things he needed, Stéphane left the general store with a smile on his face and two boxes for the children of the orphanage he frequently visited. Mia was often with him, caring for young children and working on their adoption papers, but she seemed to be busy today, and Stéphane had always been an understanding boss. He called for a cab to head to the orphanage and saw a girl he knew all to well standing outside with a phone in her hand. She was avoiding all the other kids, standing away from the front. He gave the driver a juice box and a pack of biscuits added to his fare, then walked over to<span style=""color: #FF0000"">Jessica</span>, setting the boxes down.<br/><br/>""Good morning, Jessica. How are things for you today?"" he asked her, placing his hands on his hips. On his face was a sweet smile, but in his eyes was a deep sadness that could not be mistaken.<br/><hr/><br/>While playing with his brother, Matthew noticed from the corner of his eye as Mia returned, looking at her cell phone.<br/>""Hey, Mia. Welcome back. Was that your boyfriend again?"" he asked teasingly as Mitchell watched, surprised that his sister finally got a boyfriend after all those years. But Mia frowned and puffed her cheeks out at Matthew.<br/><br/>""For the last time, Matt. He's not my boyfriend, he's my boss, dammit!"" Mia snapped, returning her phone into her gucci bag. It made Mitchell laugh. So Mia laughed as well. She loved Mitchell's laugh. He had always been sweet, and now he was even sweeter. He was around 20, yet he acted like he was 13. She stopped laughing however, at Matt's next remark.<br/><br/>""If he's not your boyfriend, why do you look so red when you're around him?""<br/><br/>Mia glared at him, making him apologize and stopped. Planting her hands on her hips, she sighed, looking at Mitchell who seemed especially interested in an advanced computer screen behind the windows of one of the shops nearby. There were a lot of those now, in this year and in this mall. She smiled again and placed her hands on his shoulders. He leaned back, grinning at her as he licked his ice cream cone.<br/><br/>""Now, let's get back to our day, shall we?"" she giggled sweetly, wrapping her arms around Mitch, who happily accepted.<br/>The two younger men nodded. They still had a lot to do and a lot to catch up on, after all...<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Shiloh Haverfield / Portia Damon-Cowles, 2027</span></span></div><br/>As expected, upon entering through the front door, Shiloh Haverfield got a scolding from his Grandmother Dahlia and a spanking from his Granddad Ernst. He was in trouble. The next day however, he apologized and asked to go out. They allowed him, but told him to go with Portia after school, as she had been looking for him all day, the day before.<br/><br/>He did, but nota exactly after school. During the lunch break, he left school and went to Portia's. He peeked over the window at her in their cafeteria and she ran outside, glad to see him. In her excitement, she hugged him tight and nearly kissed his cheek, but she quickly regained her composure, smiling at him, admiring him again. There was just something so awesome about him. While most guys annoyed Portia or made her feel uncomfortable, Shiloh just made everyone around him feel happy or warm. Shiloh was smiling back, unsure of what to do or what to say. Anyway, he coaxed her out of her own classes, since she did well enough anyway and didn't need to do much. They pretty much just hung out for the first few minutes of lunch break turned 'sort-of date'. Shiloh told Portia about where he first saw Damien and told her that he would treat her to lunch there. Portia gleefully obliged. She wondered if Shiloh was finally going to tell her that he loved her, too.<br/><br/>The two youths headed to the Café Xpress where Damien was, looking like a grown-up with his coffee and everything. Shiloh saw him again and remembered that day. The first thing that came to his mind was... Carrot cake. Carrot cake, dammit. Carrot cake everywhere. Portia ran up to Damien instead of standing there and staring like an idiot.<br/><br/>""Damien!"" she chuckled, standing over him. ""I'm glad to see you're alright as well!""<br/><br/>Shiloh slowly stalked over after Portia, wondering if Claudia came back for Damien the night before. ""Hey, Damien."" he said simply, and waved. Then he looked slowly across the table and frowned. ""Hey, do you want some carrot cake?"" he asked, grinning mischievously."
1113,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=300,2014-12-15T16:00:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22804428#p22804428"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Taking another piece from her cheesecake, Alice shrugged, her eyes directed elsewhere as she chewed. She really didn't know as it seemed that ll their production records had been purged before they were activated. It seemed shady, but whatever. Even Natalia didn't know. Anyway, she didn't seem too bothered at all by that fact. She was smiling anyway, but mostly because it seemed that Sara had immediately left a good impression with Kyle. <br/><br/>""I don't know where we were released either."" she added after swallowing the cake. Alice spoke again, as she took a piece of tissue paper with which to wipe her mouth. ""I'm glad you like Sara. She's the most serious of us four. Natalia's pretty calm as well, but she can be a goof when she wants to be."" she giggled, putting the tissue away. Then, because of Kyle's question, her own curiosity was struck. She pressed her elbow against the table, staring at Kyle and playing with her fork.<br/>""What's your brother like? I've only seen him with his mask on. Does he look like you?""</div></blockquote><br/>""Yup... though taller, dark haired and an ego the size of Washington state."" He remarked, rolling his eyes. He sighed. ""Maybe I'm being too harsh, but I've been on his stupid, pointless escapades for years."" He continued. ""I learnt to drive a car, because he wanted a getaway man in his plan to rob a bank. Which we never did because he scraps his plans without warning and acts like everyones lives revolve around him."" As he ranted his expression changed to one of frustration and annoyance, he had been holding this in for years. ""He keeps talking about his ""crime of the century"", like it's going to be his big legacy that everyone remembers him for-""<br/><br/>He sighed, calming down and looking at Alice. ""I'm sorry, I'm ranting aren't I?"" He apologised. ""I... I know your going to say he's my brother and I shouldn't be so mad at him, and I really do still love him, but he's dragged me along and held me back for so long... I'd have a real job by now if it wasn't for him..."" He said, more morose than bitter. He smiled. ""Though I can thank him for one thing..."" He said, looking into Alice's eyes.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22805869#p22805869"">wrote</a>:</cite>[align=center]<br/>""Oh, I see. It's alright."" said Stéphane, putting on a smile. ""That's good to know. I'm happy for you, Mia."" <br/><br/>Mia seemed happy as well as she said 'thank you' and 'good-bye'. Stéphane went back to his browsing with a smile, knowing that his favourite employee's brother had finally awoken from a 7 year coma and was now bonding with his remaining relatives. It truly sounded nice, leaving him with a feeling of warmth. After picking up the juice boxes and biscuits and other things he needed, Stéphane left the general store with a smile on his face and two boxes for the children of the orphanage he frequently visited. Mia was often with him, caring for young children and working on their adoption papers, but she seemed to be busy today, and Stéphane had always been an understanding boss. He called for a cab to head to the orphanage and saw a girl he knew all to well standing outside with a phone in her hand. She was avoiding all the other kids, standing away from the front. He gave the driver a juice box and a pack of biscuits added to his fare, then walked over to <span style=""color: #FF0000"">Jessica</span>, setting the boxes down.<br/><br/>""Good morning, Jessica. How are things for you today?"" he asked her, placing his hands on his hips. On his face was a sweet smile, but in his eyes was a deep sadness that could not be mistaken.</div></blockquote><br/>""Morning..."" Jessica replied, raising her eyebrow at Stephane. She briefly wondered why out of all the orphans he would be interested in her, did he suspect something? Or was she mistaking general kindness and concern for specific interest? She never bothered to put much effort into pretending, so the former was plausible. Still, he didn't seem to have done much with the information if he had it, seeing as she was still in the orphanage. ""I didn't sleep well last night, so I'm not doing too well."" She seemed to have also developed a pounding headache,<span style=""font-style: italic"">which is just wonderful</span>..."
1114,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=300,2014-12-15T22:18:00,Islamic Republic e Jariri,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22805869#p22805869"">wrote</a>:</cite>The two youths headed to the Café Xpress where Damien was, looking like a grown-up with his coffee and everything. Shiloh saw him again and remembered that day. The first thing that came to his mind was... Carrot cake. Carrot cake, dammit. Carrot cake everywhere. Portia ran up to Damien instead of standing there and staring like an idiot. <br/><br/>""Damien!"" she chuckled, standing over him. ""I'm glad to see you're alright as well!"" <br/><br/>Shiloh slowly stalked over after Portia, wondering if Claudia came back for Damien the night before. ""Hey, Damien."" he said simply, and waved. Then he looked slowly across the table and frowned. ""Hey, do you want some carrot cake?"" he asked, grinning mischievously.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>''Actually I've already ordered some black forest cake,'' he said before<span style=""font-style: italic"">the</span>barista from his first day arrived and delivered the plate to his table. A thick freshly baked slice of black forest cake, with<span style=""font-style: italic"">carrot</span>toppings.<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>""Damien!"" she chuckled, standing over him. ""I'm glad to see you're alright as well!"" </div></blockquote><br/><br/>''Nice to see you again too Portia, its been a while since I last saw you,' he replied with a formal tone. He hadn't seen her since the Red King incident and wondered if Shiloh had told her about the further incident that took place in Borsch Corp Labs or about the situation on the Washington Underworld, the fact that Damien was now temporarily working with his enemies to take down the Ace of Hearts.<br/><br/>''Come, sit down,'' he said. ''So are any of you going to attend the unveiling of the Washington Elite in city hall?''<br/><br/>Suddenly the radio normally playing music delivered a news broadcast:<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic"">''Young girls from across the city have been disappearing in numbers equaling up to three individuals so far. The fact that they all share the similar traits of blonde hair and green eyes has lead many to speculate of the return of the Blonde Jane Killer or a copycat operating in Washington. Parents are advised to keep close attention to their children and the mayor is expected to address the issue during the public unveiling of the Washington Elite.''</span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">The Blonde Jane Killer? In Washington?</span>Damien had heard of this infamous serial killer, he would go after prepubescent girls specifically with blonde hair and green eyes and do horrible things to them, most notably how he could skin and dissect his victims before merging their various body parts into one single body to create his 'doll'. If this really was the BJK and if he was already at three potential victims then he only needed two more to complete his doll. Seven of which were already made and discovered by the police over the past years.<br/><br/>But what most interested Damien about this killer was the fact that he'd often leave behind occult symbolism at the crime scene, the kind he recognized as Horan alchemy. Very few still knew of that ancient dark art, even fewer ever dared use it anymore. Mosley<span style=""font-style: italic"">did</span>use it seven years ago and almost succeeded in obtaining immortality had he not been stopped by Damien, Alfie and the Evans. But what did the Blonde Jane Killer want? And how on earth was a modern individual even aware of the old Horan arts? The only reason Mosley knew was through the fragmented memory extraction he conducted on Damien during his time in the Sanctioned.<br/><br/>''Huh... interesting...'' commented Damien upon listening to the radio message before it resume its normal broadcast. His interest had been peaked, he wondered he would have the opportunity to study the BJK firsthand if he was somewhere in Washington, though he had never been caught in over a quarter of a century. Eerily enough the news of his presence<span style=""font-style: italic"">excited</span>him more than it should have repulsed him. He was fascinated by the Blonde Jane Killer and wanted to learn more about him."
1115,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=300,2014-12-16T05:19:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Shiloh Haverfield / Portia Damon-Cowles, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Shiloh couldn't help but giggle at the sight of the black forest cake with carrot toppings on it. He apparently dragged Portia into it as well, as she seemed to be holding back her laughs as she took her seat. She didn't wait for Shiloh to pull a chair out for her. So the boy just did the same. He shouldn't expect anyone to pull a chair out for him, anyway.. So the two physically older kids sat at the table with Damien, wondering what they were going to have as they continued with their conversation.<br/><br/>Portia leaned on her elbow and spoke, looking annoyed. ""Well, Dad's going... But I don't want to. They're really kinda--"" she explained, but was cut off at the news from the radio. Some killer who targeted young girls like herself. Girls who looked like her, too. She flipped her hair over her shoulders, which she wore without bows. It was cool enough today that she didn't need to wear her hair in pigtails. Shiloh across the table looked eager. Irritated, actually. He hadn't heard of it, and probably for a good reason. The teachers at school wouldn't want to start a panic. Kids were well-watched anyway, until after classes.<br/><br/>""Umm... You guys... You wouldn't mind walking me home today, would you?.."" she suddenly asked the two with her, blushing.<br/>She seemed awfully nervous, and Shiloh noticed and nodded.<br/><br/>""Not at all. No one will touch you as long as you're with me."" he said, nodding and puffing out his chest. ""And Damien, of course."" he added, jerking his head in the other boy's direction. ""We're like, the coolest<span style=""font-style: italic"">ever</span>.""<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Stéphane Perrier, 2027</span></span></div><br/>""Ah.. Well.."" Stéphane shrugged. He thought for a moment if it had anything to do with the recent kidnappings and murders, but it definitely wasn't a good idea to mention that. Since he really didn't know what else to say, Stéphane knelt down a moment, grabbed a juice box and some biscuits, then handed them to Jessica. Right after, he smiled again.<br/><br/>""Well, try to get some rest whenever you can. You've been a great help here, so you deserve it."" he told her as he picked up the boxes and walked away to give some other kids a snack, leaving Jessica to her phone call..<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>The last thing that Kyle said made Alice giggle yet again. He was just so sweet. She liked everything about him. He was lawful, handsome, nice, lawful...<br/><br/>""That's one reason for you to find him and get him to apologize, isn't it?"" she asked him, tilting her head slightly to the side.<br/>""But I'm sure he'll be uhm... Angry."" Alice shrugged. ""Yeah. Because you left him. Does he know you left him?"""
1116,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=300,2014-12-16T11:53:00,Islamic Republic e Jariri,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22815097#p22815097"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Shiloh Haverfield / Portia Damon-Cowles, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Shiloh couldn't help but giggle at the sight of the black forest cake with carrot toppings on it. He apparently dragged Portia into it as well, as she seemed to be holding back her laughs as she took her seat. She didn't wait for Shiloh to pull a chair out for her. So the boy just did the same. He shouldn't expect anyone to pull a chair out for him, anyway.. So the two physically older kids sat at the table with Damien, wondering what they were going to have as they continued with their conversation. <br/><br/>Portia leaned on her elbow and spoke, looking annoyed. ""Well, Dad's going... But I don't want to. They're really kinda--"" she explained, but was cut off at the news from the radio. Some killer who targeted young girls like herself. Girls who looked like her, too. She flipped her hair over her shoulders, which she wore without bows. It was cool enough today that she didn't need to wear her hair in pigtails. Shiloh across the table looked eager. Irritated, actually. He hadn't heard of it, and probably for a good reason. The teachers at school wouldn't want to start a panic. Kids were well-watched anyway, until after classes. <br/><br/>""Umm... You guys... You wouldn't mind walking me home today, would you?.."" she suddenly asked the two with her, blushing. <br/>She seemed awfully nervous, and Shiloh noticed and nodded.<br/><br/>""Not at all. No one will touch you as long as you're with me."" he said, nodding and puffing out his chest. ""And Damien, of course."" he added, jerking his head in the other boy's direction. ""We're like, the coolest <span style=""font-style: italic"">ever</span>.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">You have anger management issues which to your virtue makes you overprotective and rather brash minded, though you did demonstrate impressive strategy last night, not that I expect you to frequently employ it over your default style of ruthlessly incinerating anyone who crosses you. In this case however I'd say that makes you the perfect bodyguard for your would-be girlfriend...</span>thought Damien.<br/><br/>''You shouldn't over-worry yourself, BJK doesn't pick his victims at random. In each kill cycle he picks five girls in the order of their physical prestige, starting from what he perceives as plain with his first victim and going all the way to what he perceives as perfect by his fifth victim. Knowing he's already abducted three girls I'd say he's now looking for exceptionally above average candidates to make up the fourth and fifth. Considering your more or less average looks you'd have probably have made his second or third victim, but since those are already taken you should be in the clear, the BJK wouldn't waste his time plotting to abduct you when he has more above average girls in mind by this stage,'' he said, genuinely trying to assure Portia that she was in all likelihood safe, but unaware that he may have just somewhat insulted her by deeming her looks to be no more than 'average' or even plain."
1117,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=300,2014-12-16T12:50:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Shiloh Haverfield / Portia Damon-Cowles, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Shiloh had both eyebrows raised at what Damien said at Portia's face. He leaned slowly back in his chair and walked off towards the bar to make an order. He already knew what Portia wanted, so he would just get it for her and stay out of her way while he was at it. She didn't look too happy at the moment.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://images5.fanpop.com/image/answers/2166000/2166869_1321335612163.82res_400_227.jpg""/></div><br/>Portia gripped the edge of the circular table so hard that her end was off the ground. It looked as if she was going to flip it over on Damien. Her expression was that of pure anger and irritation. It had changed so quickly from excited and happy to that one she was wearing right now.<br/><br/>""Wh-what?!"" she raised the table a few inches higher. ""How dare you!!""<br/><br/>Portia reached across the table, grabbing Damien's cheeks and pulling at them. She was seething with anger as she proceeded to place her elbow under his chin and bring him to the ground. Shiloh knew he had to intervene now, placing the tray he'd been given on the counter. He pulled Portia away from Damien, holding as best as he could as she thrashed violently, screaming at the younger boy and attracting the attention of a bunch of other customers and employees.<br/><br/>""Hmph!"" said Portia, finally calming down and getting back into her chair. ""I didn't want to walk with you, anyway!""<br/><br/>Shiloh hurried over to the counter, took the tray again and returned to the table, feeling awkward. He helped Damien up and sat in his own chair which had been moved during Portia's hissy fit.<br/><br/>""Ummh... Let's not ruin lunch, okay?"" he tried to calm them both down, feeling rather embarrassed at all the people looking at them. Portia's temper really did surpass his own. It was absolutely infernal. Sort of like Jessica's thought she didn't have powers, she could hurt people."
1118,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=300,2014-12-16T13:01:00,Qeno,"<span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Rei<br/>Café Xpress</span></span><br/><br/>Rei soon walked through an open café door wearing her dark coat and her hair neatly combed with a sleek smart phone in her slender hands. It was about time for lunch and she looked up to find the bar in which she could order food. She also looked around to find the familiar young man known as Damien, whom also has the circumstances of not being able to die in some shape or form.<br/><br/>She couldn't help but notice that he was accompanied by a couple others who were the same age as he and the woman smiled to herself understanding the need to socialize with other people, lest one's sanity would be tested. Rei would have walked over to the three and started to make a conversation if it weren't for her desire to eat, instead she walked over to the bar then looked over the menu items for sale."
1119,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=300,2014-12-16T15:24:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22815097#p22815097"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Stéphane Perrier, 2027</span></span></div><br/>""Ah.. Well.."" Stéphane shrugged. He thought for a moment if it had anything to do with the recent kidnappings and murders, but it definitely wasn't a good idea to mention that. Since he really didn't know what else to say, Stéphane knelt down a moment, grabbed a juice box and some biscuits, then handed them to Jessica. Right after, he smiled again.<br/><br/>""Well, try to get some rest whenever you can. You've been a great help here, so you deserve it."" he told her as he picked up the boxes and walked away to give some other kids a snack, leaving Jessica to her phone call..</div></blockquote><br/>""Thank you?"" Jessica took them both, nodding slowly.<span style=""font-style: italic"">What does he mean? Sure I help out a bit, but I live here...</span>She thought. Not that she wasn't grateful for the snacks. She realised she hadn't pressed the button to call Damien. She quickly did that, pressing the phone to her ear.<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>The last thing that Kyle said made Alice giggle yet again. He was just so sweet. She liked everything about him. He was lawful, handsome, nice, lawful... <br/><br/>""That's one reason for you to find him and get him to apologize, isn't it?"" she asked him, tilting her head slightly to the side.<br/>""But I'm sure he'll be uhm... Angry."" Alice shrugged. ""Yeah. Because you left him. Does he know you left him?""</div></blockquote><br/>""Yeah... He probably does."" Kyle replied, shrugging. ""I do feel a little guilty for that... considering the things he's done. It's best that I got away from him, but..."" He sighed. ""I probably should have tried to wake him up and help him escape too, then I could have left him. But then he might have roped me back into crime..."" He sighed shaking his head. ""it doesn't matter I suppose. He's resourceful, he'll probably find a way out of jail...""<br/><br/>He decided to change the subject. ""Anyway, is your cheesecake as good as mine?"" Kyle had eaten quite a bit of it by now."
1120,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=300,2014-12-17T01:57:00,Islamic Republic e Jariri,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22818321#p22818321"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Shiloh Haverfield / Portia Damon-Cowles, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Shiloh had both eyebrows raised at what Damien said at Portia's face. He leaned slowly back in his chair and walked off towards the bar to make an order. He already knew what Portia wanted, so he would just get it for her and stay out of her way while he was at it. She didn't look too happy at the moment. <br/><br/><div align=""center"">(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://images5.fanpop.com/image/answers/2166000/2166869_1321335612163.82res_400_227.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div><br/>Portia gripped the edge of the circular table so hard that her end was off the ground. It looked as if she was going to flip it over on Damien. Her expression was that of pure anger and irritation. It had changed so quickly from excited and happy to that one she was wearing right now. <br/><br/>""Wh-what?!"" she raised the table a few inches higher. ""How dare you!!"" <br/><br/>Portia reached across the table, grabbing Damien's cheeks and pulling at them. She was seething with anger as she proceeded to place her elbow under his chin and bring him to the ground. Shiloh knew he had to intervene now, placing the tray he'd been given on the counter. He pulled Portia away from Damien, holding as best as he could as she thrashed violently, screaming at the younger boy and attracting the attention of a bunch of other customers and employees. <br/><br/>""Hmph!"" said Portia, finally calming down and getting back into her chair. ""I didn't want to walk with you, anyway!"" <br/><br/>Shiloh hurried over to the counter, took the tray again and returned to the table, feeling awkward. He helped Damien up and sat in his own chair which had been moved during Portia's hissy fit. <br/><br/>""Ummh... Let's not ruin lunch, okay?"" he tried to calm them both down, feeling rather embarrassed at all the people looking at them. Portia's temper really did surpass his own. It was absolutely infernal. Sort of like Jessica's thought she didn't have powers, she could hurt people.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Portia's sudden outburst had caught him off-guard, he hadn't anticipated such a reaction. As he pinned against the ground he tried working out what he must have said to solicit such an angry reaction from her. After all he thought she would be comforted to know that based on his calculations she didn't even apply into the BJK's latest criteria of victims, he didn't understand, she was supposed o be relieved upon hearing that but now looked at him as if he were an insect she wanted to squash.<br/><br/>''Ouch...''he said rubbing the side of his right arm, somewhat humored by what had just happened when his sixth sense detected a familiar paranormal presence which he hadn't felt since the fight on Market Street: it was Rei.<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>Rei soon walked through an open café door wearing her dark coat and her hair neatly combed with a sleek smart phone in her slender hands. It was about time for lunch and she looked up to find the bar in which she could order food. She also looked around to find the familiar young man known as Damien, whom also has the circumstances of not being able to die in some shape or form.<br/><br/>She couldn't help but notice that he was accompanied by a couple others who were the same age as he and the woman smiled to herself understanding the need to socialize with other people, lest one's sanity would be tested. Rei would have walked over to the three and started to make a conversation if it weren't for her desire to eat, instead she walked over to the bar then looked over the menu items for sale.<br/></div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Rei...</span>he thought. Quite a period of time had lapsed since he last saw her, perceiving both her physical vessel as well as her inner spirit. He remembered how she had helped in his rescue when he was trapped under all that rubble after the fight on Market Street. He wondered what she had been up to all this time when-<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">BUZZZZZZZZZ! BUZZZZZZZZZZZ! BUZZZZZZZZZZZZ!</span><br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>""Thank you?"" Jessica took them both, nodding slowly. What does he mean? Sure I help out a bit, but I live here... She thought. Not that she wasn't grateful for the snacks. She realised she hadn't pressed the button to call Damien. She quickly did that, pressing the phone to her ear. <br/></div></blockquote><br/><br/>He remembered adding Jessica to his contact list last night, after the whole fiasco that had happened in the neutral gang territory and the two unofficially joining the Underworld Alliance against the Ace and the Washington Elite. It was strange but he felt keeping in touch with her offered him a small sense of happiness, perhaps he was glad to hear from her.<br/><br/>''Jessica,'' he said upon accepting the call. ''I'm assume you're aware of the unveiling taking place in city hall today?''<br/><br/>And he also just skipped the hellos and got straight to the objective at hand, his mission, or in a way<span style=""font-style: italic"">their</span>mission, held the primary grip over his mind and he almost never allowed himself to lose focus away from his goal, which did at times in extreme cases also make him obsessive to complete his tasks."
1121,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=300,2014-12-17T04:50:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Islamic Republic e Jariri <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22824885#p22824885"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>""Thank you?"" Jessica took them both, nodding slowly. What does he mean? Sure I help out a bit, but I live here... She thought. Not that she wasn't grateful for the snacks. She realised she hadn't pressed the button to call Damien. She quickly did that, pressing the phone to her ear. <br/></div></blockquote><br/><br/>He remembered adding Jessica to his contact list last night, after the whole fiasco that had happened in the neutral gang territory and the two unofficially joining the Underworld Alliance against the Ace and the Washington Elite. It was strange but he felt keeping in touch with her offered him a small sense of happiness, perhaps he was glad to hear from her. <br/><br/>''Jessica,'' he said upon accepting the call. ''I'm assume you're aware of the unveiling taking place in city hall today?'' <br/><br/>And he also just skipped the hellos and got straight to the objective at hand, his mission, or in a way <span style=""font-style: italic"">their</span> mission, held the primary grip over his mind and he almost never allowed himself to lose focus away from his goal, which did at times in extreme cases also make him obsessive to complete his tasks.</div></blockquote><br/>""Well aware. I'd imagine you're going to want to go to that."" She replied, not too bothered by the lack of formalities. She probably would have done the same had Damien called her. ""I wouldn't mind tagging along."" She narrowed her eyes for a second, noticing there seemed to be background chatter from the other end and the sounds of dishes clanging, ""Where are you? By the way?"""
1122,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=300,2014-12-17T13:46:00,Islamic Republic e Jariri,"<blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22825415#p22825415"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Islamic Republic e Jariri <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22824885#p22824885"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><br/>He remembered adding Jessica to his contact list last night, after the whole fiasco that had happened in the neutral gang territory and the two unofficially joining the Underworld Alliance against the Ace and the Washington Elite. It was strange but he felt keeping in touch with her offered him a small sense of happiness, perhaps he was glad to hear from her. <br/><br/>''Jessica,'' he said upon accepting the call. ''I'm assume you're aware of the unveiling taking place in city hall today?'' <br/><br/>And he also just skipped the hellos and got straight to the objective at hand, his mission, or in a way <span style=""font-style: italic"">their</span> mission, held the primary grip over his mind and he almost never allowed himself to lose focus away from his goal, which did at times in extreme cases also make him obsessive to complete his tasks.</div></blockquote><br/>""Well aware. I'd imagine you're going to want to go to that."" She replied, not too bothered by the lack of formalities. She probably would have done the same had Damien called her. ""I wouldn't mind tagging along."" She narrowed her eyes for a second, noticing there seemed to be background chatter from the other end and the sounds of dishes clanging, ""Where are you? By the way?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>''At the Cafe Xpress, with Shiloh and his girlfriend Portia,'' replied Damien, in a rather blunt tone.<br/>''We can meet up in city hall during the unveiling,'' he added. He needed to know his enemy before trying to defeat it and so had been quite restless over the prospect of seeing the Washington Elite in the flesh."
1123,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=300,2014-12-18T00:30:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Islamic Republic e Jariri <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22829543#p22829543"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22825415#p22825415"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Well aware. I'd imagine you're going to want to go to that."" She replied, not too bothered by the lack of formalities. She probably would have done the same had Damien called her. ""I wouldn't mind tagging along."" She narrowed her eyes for a second, noticing there seemed to be background chatter from the other end and the sounds of dishes clanging, ""Where are you? By the way?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>''At the Cafe Xpress, with Shiloh and his girlfriend Portia,'' replied Damien, in a rather blunt tone. <br/>''We can meet up in city hall during the unveiling,'' he added. He needed to know his enemy before trying to defeat it and so had been quite restless over the prospect of seeing the Washington Elite in the flesh. </div></blockquote><br/>""No need. I can meet you in the cafe, I need caffeine in my system... It's somewhat near the orphanage I think..."" Jessica replied, somewhat determined to get something done today. ""Plus... I'm somewhat curious about Portia... and I want to see how Shiloh is doing."""
1124,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=300,2014-12-18T02:26:00,Islamic Republic e Jariri,"<blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22835043#p22835043"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Islamic Republic e Jariri <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22829543#p22829543"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>''At the Cafe Xpress, with Shiloh and his girlfriend Portia,'' replied Damien, in a rather blunt tone. <br/>''We can meet up in city hall during the unveiling,'' he added. He needed to know his enemy before trying to defeat it and so had been quite restless over the prospect of seeing the Washington Elite in the flesh. </div></blockquote><br/>""No need. I can meet you in the cafe, I need caffeine in my system... It's somewhat near the orphanage I think..."" Jessica replied, somewhat determined to get something done today. ""Plus... I'm somewhat curious about Portia... and I want to see how Shiloh is doing.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>''Sure, we'll wait for you here,'' said Damien. ''They're both looking forward to meeting you.''<br/><br/>This would be interesting as he was curious to see how Jessica and Portia would interact with each other, as they did both look remarkably similar to each. And there was this one other reason...<br/><br/>''Good news Shiloh,'' he said in a nonchalant tone.<br/>''That girl you were with last night with be coming over to join us.'' And this time he deliberately said that right in front of Portia. And for what reason exactly? He had more than just one reason to try this out, though primarily he was looking for a potential form of amusement."
1125,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=300,2014-12-18T03:00:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Alice gave a simple nod and finished the last of her slice of cheesecake. ""And when he does, you can apologize to him."" she said after swallowing.<br/><br/>""Oh, and you can also point out how unlawful he is."" she added, looking down and nodding at her plate in reply to Kyle's question. ""It's heavenly. I'm definitely coming back here for cheesecake."" she told him, taking a piece of tissue paper and dabbing it at her lips. She might just order for another plate of it. Glancing back at the road that led to the cinema, she frowned, hoping it wasn't time to go just yet.<br/><br/>""What time does the movie start? If it's still early I think I'll have another slice."" she said half-heartedly, then turned back to Kyle, grinning. ""Sorry if I seem... Gluttonous. According to my etiquette manual, a girl isn't supposed to eat too much. But I've never eaten before, so there's so much I want to try!""<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Shiloh Haverfield / Portia Damon-Cowles / Nathaniel Holloway / Claudia Leistner, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Just as Portia was beginning to cool down, Damien finished with his phone call and told Shiloh that Jessica was coming over.<br/>He froze and took a moment to recall which girl exactly. Claudia?.. Hmmm... No.. Jessica. Yes, that's right. He unknowingly smiled and nodded as he took a bite of his garlic loaf.<br/><br/>""That's nice."" he said softly.<br/><br/>And Portia was gaping. She looked red again, like when Damien told her that her looks were only average. She slammed her fists onto the table, startling Shiloh. He dropped his loaf onto the table and stared at Portia who was literally holding her breath in anger. She mumbled something, but Shiloh didn't hear, so he leaned forward, frowning.<br/><br/>""What girl, Shiloh?"" asked Portia, grinding her teeth against each other.<br/><br/>""Uhm..."" he moved further into his chair. ""Jessica?""<br/><br/>""Jessica?""<br/><br/>Shiloh nodded.<br/><br/>""And just who is this... Jessica?"" continued Portia, taking her fork and gripping it tightly.<br/><br/>Shiloh took another quick bite out of his loaf, wondering why Portia was so angry again. ""She's a friend I met yesterday."" he simply replied.<br/><br/>""Friend?.. What does she look like? And what did you two do?""<br/><br/>""Well, we went on a mission together and--""<br/><br/>*SLAP*<br/><br/>""OW! What was that for?"" Shiloh rubbed his cheek, reaching down to grab what was left of his loaf.<br/><br/>""You went on a<span style=""font-style: italic"">mission</span>together?! WHAT'S THAT SUPPOSED TO MEAN?!"" Portia screamed at him, tears visible in her eyes. ""I thought you were<span style=""font-style: italic"">my</span>partner!<span style=""font-style: italic"">We're</span>supposed to go on missions together!""<br/><br/>Despite the slap and everything, Shiloh still didn't get why Portia was furious. Outside the Café, another boy watched. He head heard the exchange and giggled at the orange haired boy's rather tactless responses. From the roof of a nearby building, Claudia carefully watched as the boy she knew as her cousin being possessed was staring through the windows of the establishment where the other Sir Royale was. Her puppets moved to another building, prepared to move in on the possessed cousin in case he attacked."
1126,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=300,2014-12-18T03:18:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Islamic Republic e Jariri <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22835470#p22835470"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22835043#p22835043"">wrote</a>:</cite>""No need. I can meet you in the cafe, I need caffeine in my system... It's somewhat near the orphanage I think..."" Jessica replied, somewhat determined to get something done today. ""Plus... I'm somewhat curious about Portia... and I want to see how Shiloh is doing.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>''Sure, we'll wait for you here,'' said Damien. ''They're both looking forward to meeting you.''<br/><br/>This would be interesting as he was curious to see how Jessica and Portia would interact with each other, as they did both look remarkably similar to each. And there was this one other reason...<br/><br/>''Good news Shiloh,'' he said in a nonchalant tone. <br/>''That girl you were with last night with be coming over to join us.'' And this time he deliberately said that right in front of Portia. And for what reason exactly? He had more than just one reason to try this out, though primarily he was looking for a potential form of amusement.</div></blockquote><br/>""Sounds good..."" She said, having already begun to head to the cafe, which was really quite nearby. She was about to hang up when, suddenly she heard raised voices and aggressive clanging of cutlery and dishes. She raised an eyebrow. ""Damien... What's going on? Sounds like someones getting into an argument or something...?"" She asked, wondering what could be going on with the little immortal."
1127,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=300,2014-12-18T03:43:00,Islamic Republic e Jariri,"<blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22835643#p22835643"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Islamic Republic e Jariri <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22835470#p22835470"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>''Sure, we'll wait for you here,'' said Damien. ''They're both looking forward to meeting you.''<br/><br/>This would be interesting as he was curious to see how Jessica and Portia would interact with each other, as they did both look remarkably similar to each. And there was this one other reason...<br/><br/>''Good news Shiloh,'' he said in a nonchalant tone. <br/>''That girl you were with last night with be coming over to join us.'' And this time he deliberately said that right in front of Portia. And for what reason exactly? He had more than just one reason to try this out, though primarily he was looking for a potential form of amusement.</div></blockquote><br/>""Sounds good..."" She said, having already begun to head to the cafe, which was really quite nearby. She was about to hang up when, suddenly she heard raised voices and aggressive clanging of cutlery and dishes. She raised an eyebrow. ""Damien... What's going on? Sounds like someones getting into an argument or something...?"" She asked, wondering what could be going on with the little immortal.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>''A minor misunderstanding, that's all. Its bound to work itself out on its own,'' replied Damien.<br/><br/>''They're both looking to meet you, see you in a few,'' he added before hanging up. It was strange but he felt like he was having<span style=""font-style: italic"">fun</span>but did feel a little guilty for Shiloh getting slapped like that. Portia was bound to find out about Jessica eventually so why drag it out? It was better to get the two acquainted already, plus he wanted to see the two of them under the same roof so that he could examine up close just how similar to the two looked to each other.<br/><br/>As he hung up he felt something else - a familiar sensation he hadn't felt since the incident at Borsch Corp Labs. His sense was picking up on a familiar presence, and Damien realized that it must have been nearby:<span style=""font-style: italic"">Requiem</span>.<br/><br/>''Excuse me for a moment...'' he said getting up from his chair and walking towards the outside door. Upon exiting he looked around but couldn't see him, yet his sense was sure of his presence.<br/><br/>''I know you're there...'' he said in a discreet tone.<br/>''You're following me which I can understand. But you'd be a fool to attack me in the open and here and now.''<br/><br/>He would be lying if he said he wasn't afraid, in truth he feared for his life, having only narrowly survived his last encounter with Requiem. Shiloh and Portia were no match against the power of a Forgotten, and he himself was in a severely reduced state without his healing ability, meaning his only true weapon against Requiem at the moment was his mind. Somewhere inside that monster there was his brother, whom Damien had resolved to save in some way or the other, but a part of him was afraid of failing Alfie, of failing to right his wrong, and failing to stop whatever remained of his brother from being consumed by Requiem. But for the moment at least Damien's own existence seemed to ensure that Alfie wouldn't die completely, but were Requiem to kill him then all hope was lost. Under his left trouser leg he had fitted a revolver just in case he had needed it. Of the five bullets inside one was a special bullet, though he would only use it when absolutely necessary and hoped that he wouldn't have to resort to it."
1128,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=325,2014-12-18T05:41:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Shiloh Haverfield / Portia Damon-Cowles, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Portia was struggling to hold her anger back as Shiloh stared up at her, frightened, and Damien excused himself and walked outside the Café. She didn't care at the moment. Shiloh being with another girl? It was absolutely unacceptable. When that girl came in later on, Portia would give her a piece of her mind. That was for sure. So she sat back down in her seat, ignoring Shiloh as he pleaded with her to answer why she was so angry with him all of a sudden. Her arms were crossed, and she only untangled them to cut off a piece of the shortcake that she'd had Shiloh order for her.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Nathaniel Holloway / Claudia Leistner, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Both Requiem and Claudia were surprised to see that Damien had exposed himself. Claudia more than Requiem. It was absolutely uncalled for. He was placing himself in danger. Sir Gerard had elaborated just how dangerous Requiem was against one who couldn't match him, having a mix of his own power and Cousin Alfred's. Claudia then moved to a building that was closer to the one that the two were in front of down below. She had to be on guard.<br/><br/>Requiem then appeared in front of Damien, now having a different eye color than Alfie did. His eyes were fully hollow, with red pupils. The smirk on his face was something that was rarely ever seen on Alfie's face.<br/>""Silly, silly immortal. I<span style=""font-style: italic"">am</span>a fool."" said Requiem sinisterly, grabbing Damien's throat with a shadow so light that it wasn't visible. He didn't even have to move his hands. The strange grin on his face widened as he prepared to snap Damien's neck, but he was knocked down yet again. Claudia was holding a small knife to his neck, threatening to plunge it in there.<br/>But Requiem swiftly threw her back with a shadow just as Tenebris appeared, wielding a long sword. No one else on the street seemed to notice her as she walked towards Requiem. He began to run yet again, in fright. Tenebris continued to pursue him, diseappearing to the rooftops. Claudia who'd been thrown into a vehicle was unmoving. Her head seemed to be hanging loosely from her neck, and her right arm was splintered. So it was obvious that it was only a puppet. The real Claudia jumped down in front of Damien, looking rather concerned.<br/><br/>""Oh, that dreadful boy."" she sighed, bringing Damien up like a nanny would. ""Are you alright, Sir Royale?"" she asked him, checking him for other injuries. Shiloh and Portia had noticed and had now come outside.<br/><br/>""Damien? What's going on? Claudia, what're you doing here?"" asked Shiloh, standing at the doorway."
1129,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=325,2014-12-18T05:50:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22836211#p22836211"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Shiloh Haverfield / Portia Damon-Cowles, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Portia was struggling to hold her anger back as Shiloh stared up at her, frightened, and Damien excused himself and walked outside the Café. She didn't care at the moment. Shiloh being with another girl? It was absolutely unacceptable. When that girl came in later on, Portia would give her a piece of her mind. That was for sure. So she sat back down in her seat, ignoring Shiloh as he pleaded with her to answer why she was so angry with him all of a sudden. Her arms were crossed, and she only untangled them to cut off a piece of the shortcake that she'd had Shiloh order for her.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Nathaniel Holloway / Claudia Leistner, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Both Requiem and Claudia were surprised to see that Damien had exposed himself. Claudia more than Requiem. It was absolutely uncalled for. He was placing himself in danger. Sir Gerard had elaborated just how dangerous Requiem was against one who couldn't match him, having a mix of his own power and Cousin Alfred's. Claudia then moved to a building that was closer to the one that the two were in front of down below. She had to be on guard. <br/><br/>Requiem then appeared in front of Damien, now having a different eye color than Alfie did. His eyes were fully hollow, with red pupils. The smirk on his face was something that was rarely ever seen on Alfie's face. <br/>""Silly, silly immortal. I <span style=""font-style: italic"">am</span> a fool."" said Requiem sinisterly, grabbing Damien's throat with a shadow so light that it wasn't visible. He didn't even have to move his hands. The strange grin on his face widened as he prepared to snap Damien's neck, but he was knocked down yet again. Claudia was holding a small knife to his neck, threatening to plunge it in there. <br/>But Requiem swiftly threw her back with a shadow just as Tenebris appeared, wielding a long sword. No one else on the street seemed to notice her as she walked towards Requiem. He began to run yet again, in fright. Tenebris continued to pursue him, diseappearing to the rooftops. Claudia who'd been thrown into a vehicle was unmoving. Her head seemed to be hanging loosely from her neck, and her right arm was splintered. So it was obvious that it was only a puppet. The real Claudia jumped down in front of Damien, looking rather concerned.<br/><br/>""Oh, that dreadful boy."" she sighed, bringing Damien up like a nanny would. ""Are you alright, Sir Royale?"" she asked him, checking him for other injuries. Shiloh and Portia had noticed and had now come outside.<br/><br/>""Damien? What's going on? Claudia, what're you doing here?"" asked Shiloh, standing at the doorway.</div></blockquote><br/>Jessica had heard the sounds of a fight, so had picked her pace up a bit when she was nearby the cafe. She turned the corner to see Damien being held by another little girl. She furrowed her brow in confusion, jogging over to him and Claudia. By the time she got close, Shiloh and Portia had reached the doorway.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Oh wow... She does look like me... Though my hair is longer.</span>thought Jessica, before Shiloh spoke. ""I was about to ask the same thing. What's going on?"" She asked. clenching her fists just in case whatever attacked Damien was still around."
1130,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=325,2014-12-18T06:44:00,Islamic Republic e Jariri,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22836211#p22836211"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Shiloh Haverfield / Portia Damon-Cowles, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Portia was struggling to hold her anger back as Shiloh stared up at her, frightened, and Damien excused himself and walked outside the Café. She didn't care at the moment. Shiloh being with another girl? It was absolutely unacceptable. When that girl came in later on, Portia would give her a piece of her mind. That was for sure. So she sat back down in her seat, ignoring Shiloh as he pleaded with her to answer why she was so angry with him all of a sudden. Her arms were crossed, and she only untangled them to cut off a piece of the shortcake that she'd had Shiloh order for her.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Nathaniel Holloway / Claudia Leistner, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Both Requiem and Claudia were surprised to see that Damien had exposed himself. Claudia more than Requiem. It was absolutely uncalled for. He was placing himself in danger. Sir Gerard had elaborated just how dangerous Requiem was against one who couldn't match him, having a mix of his own power and Cousin Alfred's. Claudia then moved to a building that was closer to the one that the two were in front of down below. She had to be on guard. <br/><br/>Requiem then appeared in front of Damien, now having a different eye color than Alfie did. His eyes were fully hollow, with red pupils. The smirk on his face was something that was rarely ever seen on Alfie's face. <br/>""Silly, silly immortal. I <span style=""font-style: italic"">am</span> a fool."" said Requiem sinisterly, grabbing Damien's throat with a shadow so light that it wasn't visible. He didn't even have to move his hands. The strange grin on his face widened as he prepared to snap Damien's neck, but he was knocked down yet again. Claudia was holding a small knife to his neck, threatening to plunge it in there. <br/>But Requiem swiftly threw her back with a shadow just as Tenebris appeared, wielding a long sword. No one else on the street seemed to notice her as she walked towards Requiem. He began to run yet again, in fright. Tenebris continued to pursue him, diseappearing to the rooftops. Claudia who'd been thrown into a vehicle was unmoving. Her head seemed to be hanging loosely from her neck, and her right arm was splintered. So it was obvious that it was only a puppet. The real Claudia jumped down in front of Damien, looking rather concerned.<br/><br/>""Oh, that dreadful boy."" she sighed, bringing Damien up like a nanny would. ""Are you alright, Sir Royale?"" she asked him, checking him for other injuries. Shiloh and Portia had noticed and had now come outside.<br/><br/>""Damien? What's going on? Claudia, what're you doing here?"" asked Shiloh, standing at the doorway.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>''You saved... my life...'' thanked Damien as he gasped for breath.<br/><br/>At least now he finally had the opportunity to question Claudia. This was the second time Requiem nearly killed him within seconds of their encounter. Without his healing he was so helpless, the first time he needed the distraction of Jessica to allow for the Forgotten to arrive in time to scare of Requiem<span style=""font-style: italic"">just</span>before he was about to be brutally impaled, and now his neck had was almost snapped had it not been for Claudia's intervention, though while she saved him evidently she couldn't have lasted long against Requiem, who seemed to have fled the scene after being scared off by some other presence...<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>""Damien? What's going on? Claudia, what're you doing here?"" asked Shiloh, standing at the doorway.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">This is embarrassing....</span><br/><br/>''Could you please put me down, I can stand just fine,'' he told Claudia who was essentially cradling him like a wounded rabbit.<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>Jessica had heard the sounds of a fight, so had picked her pace up a bit when she was nearby the cafe. She turned the corner to see Damien being held by another little girl. She furrowed her brow in confusion, jogging over to him and Claudia. By the time she got close, Shiloh and Portia had reached the doorway. Oh wow... She does look like me... Though my hair is longer. thought Jessica, before Shiloh spoke. ""I was about to ask the same thing. What's going on?"" She asked. clenching her fists just in case whatever attacked Damien was still around.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>''Jessica, meet Claudia Royale; Miss Claudia meet Jessica, she's from<span style=""font-style: italic"">Kansas</span>, Portia meet Jessica; Jessica meet Portia, heir to the Damon-Cowles fortune, and I take it everyone else has already met,'' said Damien as hge rapidly pointed each person to the other. From inside the Cafe Xpress both Amanda and the other Barista were glancing over the group, confused as to what just happened.<br/><br/>''What's with that girl's arm? Is that a twin?''<br/><br/>''Should we call the police...?''<br/><br/>''I... don't know...''<br/><br/>Damien glanced over where Rei was sitting but wasn't sure whether or not to introduce her to the others, as she had sat and ordered at the bar quite discreetly, perhaps she just wanted to be left alone. Realizing he was still being carried he exclaimed: ''Put me down at once!''<br/><br/>Being a child had its ups and downs, but he really didn't like being carried."
1131,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=325,2014-12-18T08:02:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Shiloh Haverfield / Portia Damon-Cowles / Claudia Leistner, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Claudia gave a simple nod to acknowledge Damien's thanks. She at first hesitated putting him down, but since he seemed agitated, she did after a while. To Portia and Jessica she bowed low, noticing as well how they looked alike. Because of this, she looked quite amused. But Portia didn't. She stomped over to Jessica and grabbed the collar of her shirt, looking her straight in the eyes. She was still seething, but she kept her voice down so that Shiloh wouldn't hear. He was busy making sure that Damien was alright, having noticed how he had been gripped around the neck.<br/><br/>""Look here, you!"" the girl began, gritting her teeth. She pointed to Shiloh. ""That there is<span style=""font-style: italic"">my</span>dream boyfriend! You go find your own elsewhere, or else!"" Portia was still sort of pissed, but the way this girl looked like her had put her off. Jessica, huh? Maybe there's something about this girl that she didn't have. Was Shiloh looking for another girl like her?<br/><br/>Claudia was watching the two girls seemed to going head-to-head at the moment, but she couldn't care less. They were not her responsibility. Sir Gerard's orders were to keep an eye on Damien, as he would be a target for the entity called Requiem, currently using Cousin Alfred's body as a weapon and vessel. Shiloh stood straight back up upon finding no further injuries on Damien. He smiled like always, as if Portia hadn't just slapped his face minutes ago.<br/><br/>""Well, you're perfectly fine, except for that mark around your neck. What's wrong with that kid anyway? He sure hates you.""<br/>said Shiloh as he searched the rooftops. He'd seen Alfie before, but he'd no idea how he was tied to Damien's story. He didn't know how Claudia fit into all of this, either. He kept his attention to those three things, but didn't notice that Portia was directly confronting Jessica. She had misunderstood, but at the same time really didn't want any other girl going on a mission with Shiloh. Little did she know that Shiloh had gone on a mission with Claudia as well, who was about his age."
1132,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=325,2014-12-18T08:57:00,Qeno,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Rei, Xpress Cafe</span></span><br/><br/>Rei heard a lot of commotion from behind her and she looked at her smartphone then pressed on a button to reveal it's time. She turned around to find Damien in the hands of another young woman and she smiled at the thought of someone having the idea to pick him up then hauling him about like a rag-doll. Then the woman was confused when another girl said 'Look here, you!'<br/><br/>'That there is my dream boyfriend! You go find your own elsewhere, or else!' and Rei decided to stand up from her seat from behind the bar. She started to walk towards the girl (Portia) grabbing another by the collar of her shirt and what the girls were doing was starting to cause a scene then Rei grabbed the aggressive one by the ear. ""Do not cause a scene here, I am sure that your parents would be furious if they were to find out you are doing this"" She muttered angrily."
1133,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=325,2014-12-18T09:44:00,Islamic Republic e Jariri,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22836992#p22836992"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Shiloh Haverfield / Portia Damon-Cowles / Claudia Leistner, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Claudia gave a simple nod to acknowledge Damien's thanks. She at first hesitated putting him down, but since he seemed agitated, she did after a while. To Portia and Jessica she bowed low, noticing as well how they looked alike. Because of this, she looked quite amused. But Portia didn't. She stomped over to Jessica and grabbed the collar of her shirt, looking her straight in the eyes. She was still seething, but she kept her voice down so that Shiloh wouldn't hear. He was busy making sure that Damien was alright, having noticed how he had been gripped around the neck.<br/><br/>""Look here, you!"" the girl began, gritting her teeth. She pointed to Shiloh. ""That there is <span style=""font-style: italic"">my</span> dream boyfriend! You go find your own elsewhere, or else!"" Portia was still sort of pissed, but the way this girl looked like her had put her off. Jessica, huh? Maybe there's something about this girl that she didn't have. Was Shiloh looking for another girl like her? <br/><br/>Claudia was watching the two girls seemed to going head-to-head at the moment, but she couldn't care less. They were not her responsibility. Sir Gerard's orders were to keep an eye on Damien, as he would be a target for the entity called Requiem, currently using Cousin Alfred's body as a weapon and vessel. Shiloh stood straight back up upon finding no further injuries on Damien. He smiled like always, as if Portia hadn't just slapped his face minutes ago.<br/><br/>""Well, you're perfectly fine, except for that mark around your neck. What's wrong with that kid anyway? He sure hates you.""<br/>said Shiloh as he searched the rooftops. He'd seen Alfie before, but he'd no idea how he was tied to Damien's story. He didn't know how Claudia fit into all of this, either. He kept his attention to those three things, but didn't notice that Portia was directly confronting Jessica. She had misunderstood, but at the same time really didn't want any other girl going on a mission with Shiloh. Little did she know that Shiloh had gone on a mission with Claudia as well, who was about his age.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Requiem had marked him - with a scar burnt into the back of his neck. Damien had to find a way to stop him somehow but in his current state his chances against a Forgotten were slim. Still he had now survived two attempts on his life by Requiem ever since he lost his healing, so either his healing had been replaced with tremendous luck or there as another force keeping the entity at bay. Damien seriously regretted sidelining Alfie and focusing his attention on taking down the Red King - which he did with the help of Quicksilver and Shiloh but it came at the price of losing Alfie.<br/><br/>He had a choice back then to pursue to Red King and lose his brother or to save his brother but lose his chance at catching the Red King.<br/>Now he was wondering if he should put his investigation of the Washington Elite on hold and try to save Alfie, but to do that he needed a plan, which at the moment he lacked.<br/><br/>''You know what I am Shiloh, so know this, that I am not without my fair share of adversaries that have accumulated over time,'' replied Damien as he rubbed the sore burn mark against the back of his neck. This was going to leave a mark...<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>Rei heard a lot of commotion from behind her and she looked at her smartphone then pressed on a button to reveal it's time. She turned around to find Damien in the hands of another young woman and she smiled at the thought of someone having the idea to pick him up then hauling him about like a rag-doll. Then the woman was confused when another girl said 'Look here, you!'<br/><br/>'That there is my dream boyfriend! You go find your own elsewhere, or else!' and Rei decided to stand up from her seat from behind the bar. She started to walk towards the girl (Portia) grabbing another by the collar of her shirt and what the girls were doing was starting to cause a scene then Rei grabbed the aggressive one by the ear. ""Do not cause a scene here, I am sure that your parents would be furious if they were to find out you are doing this"" She muttered angrily.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>''It is good to see you again, Rei,'' smiled Damien. ''How have you been doing since we last met during Shiloh's fight on Market Street?''<br/><br/>Even he was perplexed at himself over why he enjoyed putting Shiloh into mildly difficult situations (that posed no danger to his life) which seemed to greatly amuse him, such as when he purposely made it sound like to Portia that he was cheating on her with Jessica. He wwas physically a child but perhaps even mentally a part of him still enjoyed the simple acts of childish mischief. Calling the battle at Market Street 'Shiloh's' fight, which wasn't entirely wrong, considering the fight escalated when Metallio recognized Shiloh and apparently held a grudge against the boy. Shiloh did help rescue the old man and his granddaughter Esther, and Damien wondered how they were doing..."
1134,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=325,2014-12-18T09:58:00,Qeno,"<blockquote><div><cite>Islamic Republic e Jariri <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22837562#p22837562"">wrote</a>:</cite>''It is good to see you again, Rei,'' smiled Damien. ''How have you been doing since we last met during Shiloh's fight on Market Street?''<br/><br/>Even he was perplexed at himself over why he enjoyed putting Shiloh into mildly difficult situations (that posed no danger to his life) which seemed to greatly amuse him, such as when he purposely made it sound like to Portia that he was cheating on her with Jessica. He wwas physically a child but perhaps even mentally a part of him still enjoyed the simple acts of childish mischief. Calling the battle at Market Street 'Shiloh's' fight, which wasn't entirely wrong, considering the fight escalated when Metallio recognized Shiloh and apparently held a grudge against the boy. Shiloh did help rescue the old man and his granddaughter Esther, and Damien wondered how they were doing...</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Restful I might say"" Rei answered as she tightened her grip on the ear she held in her grasp, making sure that her aggressor would not simply get away. She didn't feel her injury that she had sustained which was a good sign of not facing death soon and the woman glanced at the girl was was being grabbed. She glared at her, trying to impose the feeling of swatting down any attempt to flee.<br/><br/>'<span style=""font-style: italic"">Or perhaps I am not understanding everything</span>' Rei thought to herself as she also loosened her grip on the helpless grip."
1135,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=325,2014-12-18T11:52:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Shiloh Haverfield / Portia Damon-Cowles / Claudia Leistner, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Shiloh huffed and placed his hands on his elbow, unsure of what to think any further. Claudia didn't know if she was supposed to say anything regarding her Cousin Alfred. Anyway, now that she thought of it, since Damien was her cousin's brother, it meant that he was her cousin as well. But she didn't bother to mention it, as she was busy watching some other woman pinching the ear of the young girl who had been earlier accompanying Shiloh. Who was she now?<br/><br/>Portia's sudden angered screaming finally got Shiloh's attention. He was frowning as he turned in her direction, seeing that woman from a few days before with her fingers on Portia's ear. Rei's glare only seemed to agitate Portia even more. She flailed her arms and stomped, literally steaming with anger.<br/><br/>""And I'm sure that my father will be furious to know that you dared to lay a hand on me!"" she yelled back, holding Rei's wrist, but making no further act of resistance. ""Let go! Let me go this instant before I call my bodyguard!""<br/><br/>Worried, Shiloh calmly walked past Damien and Claudia and tapped Rei's shoulder, tilting his head.<br/>""Hey lady, what're you doing? You're hurting her.."" he told her softly, then looking at Portia in front. ""What's wrong, anyway?<br/>""Jessica?.."""
1136,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=325,2014-12-18T12:25:00,Qeno,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22838459#p22838459"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Shiloh Haverfield / Portia Damon-Cowles / Claudia Leistner, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Shiloh huffed and placed his hands on his elbow, unsure of what to think any further. Claudia didn't know if she was supposed to say anything regarding her Cousin Alfred. Anyway, now that she thought of it, since Damien was her cousin's brother, it meant that he was her cousin as well. But she didn't bother to mention it, as she was busy watching some other woman pinching the ear of the young girl who had been earlier accompanying Shiloh. Who was she now? <br/><br/>Portia's sudden angered screaming finally got Shiloh's attention. He was frowning as he turned in her direction, seeing that woman from a few days before with her fingers on Portia's ear. Rei's glare only seemed to agitate Portia even more. She flailed her arms and stomped, literally steaming with anger.<br/><br/>""And I'm sure that my father will be furious to know that you dared to lay a hand on me!"" she yelled back, holding Rei's wrist, but making no further act of resistance. ""Let go! Let me go this instant before I call my bodyguard!""<br/><br/>Worried, Shiloh calmly walked past Damien and Claudia and tapped Rei's shoulder, tilting his head.<br/>""Hey lady, what're you doing? You're hurting her.."" he told her softly, then looking at Portia in front. ""What's wrong, anyway?<br/>""Jessica?..""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""I find it incredibly rude to simply sit where I was and watch these two young ladies start a fight over that young man over there"" Rei answered angrily gesturing towards Damien. She disliked people being turned into possessions and being forced to fight for them. Looking back to the girl Rei held by the ear, She had a certain mannerism which was associated with the upper class which bothered her more, assuming that she was taught better manners than what Rei observed.<br/><br/>For a second she thought about the situation around her and noticed that she skipped a page in the line of actions she could have done. '<span style=""font-style: italic"">But alas...I'll have to deal with the parents</span>' Rei thought and she heard the name 'Jessica' which started to confuse her. Was there another woman nearby? Possibly the girl's mother?"
1137,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=325,2014-12-18T13:08:00,Islamic Republic e Jariri,"<blockquote><div><cite>Qeno <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22838662#p22838662"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22838459#p22838459"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Shiloh Haverfield / Portia Damon-Cowles / Claudia Leistner, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Shiloh huffed and placed his hands on his elbow, unsure of what to think any further. Claudia didn't know if she was supposed to say anything regarding her Cousin Alfred. Anyway, now that she thought of it, since Damien was her cousin's brother, it meant that he was her cousin as well. But she didn't bother to mention it, as she was busy watching some other woman pinching the ear of the young girl who had been earlier accompanying Shiloh. Who was she now? <br/><br/>Portia's sudden angered screaming finally got Shiloh's attention. He was frowning as he turned in her direction, seeing that woman from a few days before with her fingers on Portia's ear. Rei's glare only seemed to agitate Portia even more. She flailed her arms and stomped, literally steaming with anger.<br/><br/>""And I'm sure that my father will be furious to know that you dared to lay a hand on me!"" she yelled back, holding Rei's wrist, but making no further act of resistance. ""Let go! Let me go this instant before I call my bodyguard!""<br/><br/>Worried, Shiloh calmly walked past Damien and Claudia and tapped Rei's shoulder, tilting his head.<br/>""Hey lady, what're you doing? You're hurting her.."" he told her softly, then looking at Portia in front. ""What's wrong, anyway?<br/>""Jessica?..""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""I find it incredibly rude to simply sit where I was and watch these two young ladies start a fight over that young man over there"" Rei answered angrily gesturing towards Damien. She disliked people being turned into possessions and being forced to fight for them. Looking back to the girl Rei held by the ear, She had a certain mannerism which was associated with the upper class which bothered her more, assuming that she was taught better manners than what Rei observed.<br/><br/>For a second she thought about the situation around her and noticed that she skipped a page in the line of actions she could have done. '<span style=""font-style: italic"">But alas...I'll have to deal with the parents</span>' Rei thought and she heard the name 'Jessica' which started to confuse her. Was there another woman nearby? Possibly the girl's mother?</div></blockquote><br/><br/>''I'm mildly flattered you saw it like that, but the argument was actually over<span style=""font-style: italic"">him</span>,'' corrected Damien pointing towards Shiloh. Well technically Portia was the only one arguing, under the mistaken implication of Shiloh and Jessica being romantically involved. He'd be lying if he said he wasn't enjoying this though, or at least he<span style=""font-style: italic"">would</span>have enjoyed it had most of his mind not been so focused on Alfie and Requiem.<br/><br/>Personally Damien still didn't approve of Portia's enamor over Shiloh, common sense and logic told him that they shouldn't be paired - to him Portia seemed like a naive rich girl closed off and sheltered from the ugly truths of the world and a little bit too curious for her own good, although Damien himself also suffered from that last affliction. Shiloh was possibly a borderline sociopath in his book, which did make him useful for fighting, his brash head on nature combined with the fact that he was a mass murdering vigilante at odds with the Underworld itself made him the least ideal partner for Portia. Although he once read a book on psychology talking about girls like Portia being attracted to those with a 'bad boy' persona. But he didn't see how anything serious could work out between them.<br/><br/>He began to wonder if therefore he was subconsciously trying to get Portia to hate Shiloh, to get her to break off her absurd feelings for him. But he dismissed that thought, as he was probably just over-thinking himself. Besides it was really none of his business, maybe the two could somehow miraculously work out a functional relationship, assuming if Shiloh even reciprocated Portia's feelings. Still upon contemplating this he found Shiloh to be an increasingly more interesting subject to study in the long term."
1138,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=325,2014-12-18T15:00:00,Qeno,"<blockquote><div><cite>Islamic Republic e Jariri <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22838953#p22838953"">wrote</a>:</cite>''I'm mildly flattered you saw it like that, but the argument was actually over <span style=""font-style: italic"">him</span>,'' corrected Damien pointing towards Shiloh. Well technically Portia was the only one arguing, under the mistaken implication of Shiloh and Jessica being romantically involved. He'd be lying if he said he wasn't enjoying this though, or at least he <span style=""font-style: italic"">would</span> have enjoyed it had most of his mind not been so focused on Alfie and Requiem.<br/><br/>Personally Damien still didn't approve of Portia's enamor over Shiloh, common sense and logic told him that they shouldn't be paired - to him Portia seemed like a naive rich girl closed off and sheltered from the ugly truths of the world and a little bit too curious for her own good, although Damien himself also suffered from that affliction. Shiloh was possibly a borderline sociopath in his book, which did make him useful for fighting, his brash head on nature combined with the fact that he was a mass murdering vigilante at odds with the Underworld itself made him the least ideal partner for Portia. Although he once read a book on psychology talking about girls like Portia being attracted to those with a 'bad boy' persona. But he didn't see how anything serious could work out between them. <br/><br/>He began to wonder if therefore he was subconsciously trying to get Portia to hate Shiloh, to get her to break off her absurd feelings for him. But he dismissed that thought, as he was probably just over-thinking himself. Besides it was really none of his business, maybe the two could somehow miraculously work out a functional relationship, assuming if Shiloh even reciprocated Portia's feelings. Still upon contemplating this he found Shiloh to be an increasingly more interesting subject to study in the long term.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Rei tilted her head following where Damien pointed to find a much older man standing next to her and she realized that her interpretation of the scene was much different than the actual meaning. ""Oh, that is embarrassing"" She said to herself as her food was placed in the same spot she was sitting at and glanced around the room to not find many people to get caught up with. It was embarrassing to get the wrong interpretation especially if she acted on it.<br/><br/>However she did not let go of the hapless girl's ear because Rei still couldn't bring herself to let the girl go while she had another (Jessica) in her grip."
1139,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=325,2014-12-18T16:43:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22836992#p22836992"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Shiloh Haverfield / Portia Damon-Cowles / Claudia Leistner, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Claudia gave a simple nod to acknowledge Damien's thanks. She at first hesitated putting him down, but since he seemed agitated, she did after a while. To Portia and Jessica she bowed low, noticing as well how they looked alike. Because of this, she looked quite amused. But Portia didn't. She stomped over to Jessica and grabbed the collar of her shirt, looking her straight in the eyes. She was still seething, but she kept her voice down so that Shiloh wouldn't hear. He was busy making sure that Damien was alright, having noticed how he had been gripped around the neck.<br/><br/>""Look here, you!"" the girl began, gritting her teeth. She pointed to Shiloh. ""That there is <span style=""font-style: italic"">my</span> dream boyfriend! You go find your own elsewhere, or else!"" Portia was still sort of pissed, but the way this girl looked like her had put her off. Jessica, huh? Maybe there's something about this girl that she didn't have. Was Shiloh looking for another girl like her? <br/></div></blockquote><br/>""Hey you must be Porti- and your grabbing my shirt..."" Jessica replied, then looked at her with a look of confusion. She wasn't at all threatened by the little girl, considering she could punch though concrete like cardboard. Nor was she angry, no... confused was definitely the right word for her current state. ""My own what? What are yo-""<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Qeno <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22837314#p22837314"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Rei, Xpress Cafe</span></span>-snip-</div></blockquote><br/>""Who the hell are you?"" Jessica said, unsure of who this woman was and why she was grabbing Portia's ear. As she began to piece together what's going on, she noticed the woman's glare.<span style=""font-style: italic"">What are you glaring at me for? I had nothing to do with this!</span><br/><br/>After some more confusion, Jessica's confusion finally gave way to anger. She glared at Portia. ""Right! I've had just about enough of this."" She declared, prying the girls hand off her shirt. ""Firstly, your too young to have a boyfriend."" She said levelly, not raising her voice but her irritation was evident. ""Secondly, whatever you think is going on isn't going on. Me and Shiloh are just friends. Heck we only met yesterday!"""
1140,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=325,2014-12-18T18:12:00,Qeno,"<blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22841381#p22841381"">wrote</a>:</cite>After some more confusion, Jessica's confusion finally gave way to anger. She glared at Portia. ""Right! I've had just about enough of this."" She declared, prying the girls hand off her shirt. ""Firstly, your too young to have a boyfriend."" She said levelly, not raising her voice but her irritation was evident. ""Secondly, whatever you think is going on isn't going on. Me and Shiloh are just friends. Heck we only met yesterday!""</div></blockquote><br/>Rei let go of the girl's ear and she knew that she was missing a big part of what led up to the scene before her. The boy in question was not Damien, Instead it was the man standing next to her and the man was the girl's body guard, and the man was also the woman's friend. Rei didn't feel like it was the right time to introduce herself in the mess of a conversation and Damien appeared to be enjoying himself watching the conflict unfold in front of him."
1141,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=325,2014-12-18T23:11:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Shiloh Haverfield / Portia Damon-Cowles / Claudia Leistner, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Portia only continued thrashing until Jessica explained the situation to her. She still looked angry, but she crossed her arms and stepped away from Jessica. ""You'd better be."" she said defiantly.<br/><br/>""Shiloh is mine. I don't care if I'm too young or not. No one else is getting him."" she snarled, turning back to Shiloh was was<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://imageshack.com/a/img14/9391/ivmy.gif"" rel=""nofollow"">grinning like an idiot</a>. He was only glad that all the fighting / arguing was over. Claudia continued giggling at Shiloh as he simply looked on. He seemed to have a little world of his own.<br/>Just then, she turned around. Two of her puppets had alerted her to another presence. It was similiar to that of Requiem's. Only... It was fresh. Far more powerful. It was moving in closer very slowly, but it was so strong that this early on, she could feel it. According to what her puppets noticed, it was still far off.<br/><br/>""Sir Royale..."" she whispered to Damien. ""He may be coming back, that dreadful boy."""
1142,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=325,2014-12-18T23:26:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22835574#p22835574"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Alice gave a simple nod and finished the last of her slice of cheesecake. ""And when he does, you can apologize to him."" she said after swallowing. <br/><br/>""Oh, and you can also point out how unlawful he is."" she added, looking down and nodding at her plate in reply to Kyle's question. ""It's heavenly. I'm definitely coming back here for cheesecake."" she told him, taking a piece of tissue paper and dabbing it at her lips. She might just order for another plate of it. Glancing back at the road that led to the cinema, she frowned, hoping it wasn't time to go just yet.<br/><br/>""What time does the movie start? If it's still early I think I'll have another slice."" she said half-heartedly, then turned back to Kyle, grinning. ""Sorry if I seem... Gluttonous. According to my etiquette manual, a girl isn't supposed to eat too much. But I've never eaten before, so there's so much I want to try!"" </div></blockquote><br/>Kyle shrugged. ""We still have time, so if you want another slice, go ahead."" He replied, though he hoped she didn't end up ordering too much, as he was suppose to pay for this. He was already dipping into his savings as is...<span style=""font-style: italic"">I really need a job... I wonder if Helen would pay me...</span>""Theres no need to feel you're being glutinous. This is your second meal after all...""<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22844843#p22844843"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Shiloh Haverfield / Portia Damon-Cowles / Claudia Leistner, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Portia only continued thrashing until Jessica explained the situation to her. She still looked angry, but she crossed her arms and stepped away from Jessica. ""You'd better be."" she said defiantly.<br/><br/>""Shiloh is mine. I don't care if I'm too young or not. No one else is getting him."" she snarled, turning back to Shiloh was was <a class=""postlink"" href=""http://imageshack.com/a/img14/9391/ivmy.gif"" rel=""nofollow"">grinning like an idiot</a>. He was only glad that all the fighting / arguing was over. Claudia continued giggling at Shiloh as he simply looked on. He seemed to have a little world of his own.<br/>Just then, she turned around. Two of her puppets had alerted her to another presence. It was similiar to that of Requiem's. Only... It was fresh. Far more powerful. It was moving in closer very slowly, but it was so strong that this early on, she could feel it. According to what her puppets noticed, it was still far off.<br/><br/>""Sir Royale..."" she whispered to Damien. ""He may be coming back, that dreadful boy.""</div></blockquote><br/>""I had better?"" Jessica replied, then laughed. ""Or what? You'll grab my shirt again?"" She rolled her eyes.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Wonderful. She acts tough like me too... At least I can actually back it up.</span>"
1143,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=325,2014-12-19T02:01:00,Islamic Republic e Jariri,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22844843#p22844843"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Shiloh Haverfield / Portia Damon-Cowles / Claudia Leistner, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Portia only continued thrashing until Jessica explained the situation to her. She still looked angry, but she crossed her arms and stepped away from Jessica. ""You'd better be."" she said defiantly.<br/><br/>""Shiloh is mine. I don't care if I'm too young or not. No one else is getting him."" she snarled, turning back to Shiloh was was <a class=""postlink"" href=""http://imageshack.com/a/img14/9391/ivmy.gif"" rel=""nofollow"">grinning like an idiot</a>. He was only glad that all the fighting / arguing was over. Claudia continued giggling at Shiloh as he simply looked on. He seemed to have a little world of his own.<br/>Just then, she turned around. Two of her puppets had alerted her to another presence. It was similiar to that of Requiem's. Only... It was fresh. Far more powerful. It was moving in closer very slowly, but it was so strong that this early on, she could feel it. According to what her puppets noticed, it was still far off.<br/><br/>""Sir Royale..."" she whispered to Damien. ""He may be coming back, that dreadful boy.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>''What? Are you sure? I don't seem to be sensing him-'' he was cut off mid sentence when his sense did indeed pick up on a nearby supernatural presence that wasn't Rei. As whatever force he was sensing moved in he raised his guard and altered the others:<br/><br/>''Everyone! Stop quarreling and keep your eyes peeled, something's-''<br/><br/>As his sense identified why this force it was picking up felt so familiar a memory flashed into his mind:<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22659771#p22659771"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Evans Siblings / Shiloh Haverfield / Nathaniel Holloway / Claudia Leistner, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Requiem frowned. He was going to reply to Damien, but heard someone yelling at him from the side. It was a blonde young girl. Noticing the ground beneath her cracking under pressure, Nathaniel immediately concluded that she was a metahuman. Ignoring her threat, he turned back to Damien and crossed his arms over his chest, ever so arrogantly.<br/><br/>""Insulting me won't change a thing."" he declared, glaring from Damien to Jessica. Then he locked his eyes on Damien. ""You don't understand the rules, immortal. You see, once I end your seemingly endless life, my host's motivation will indeed fall apart.""<br/>The boy laughed, and his eyes began to change in color. His pupils became the only light within his eyes as he stared coldly at Damien. ""And once that happens, he will be too weak to resist me. And I'll be able to wipe him out of existence.""<br/><br/>""This was a battle for dominance within a borrowed body. A corpse, in fact. And I won. After years of perseverance, I've finally achieved what I looked forward to. I deserve this body."" said Requiem, cracking his knuckles. The Evanses began to notice. Mia and Matthew in particular. They seemed surprised to see Alfie all of a sudden. He had literally come out of nowhere. And now, he had Damien at his mercy. Shadows rose up behind him in dozens, taking the shapes of swords and knives. The two couldn't do anything, really. There wasn't much they could do. Mitch was back, and they needed to tend to him. <br/><br/>""Here we go. I hope you've made peace with your enemies, immortal."" said Requiem, starting to giggle again in that uncomfortable way he did. The shadows leaned back, then thrust forward simultaneously. But at a bout a foot from Damien, they stopped. The shadows fell, and Damien was dropped. Something large and cloaked was standing over Alfie, with a foot on his back. It seemed feminine, wearing the mask of an owl. Behind her appeared a group of others. One with a bear mask, another with an eagle mask, one more with a mask of a fox, and the last with what looked like a sun with a face carved on it. Standing among them was Gerard, the only one wearing white.<br/><br/>""You don't understand the rules, either, Nathaniel."" said the owl-masked female. She turned to the others as the boy beneath her feet began to squirm. ""Should I end him now?"" she asked. Suddenly, Requiem looked fearful. He desperatle clawed against the floor to get away from the woman atop his back, neutralizing his otherwise inferior powers. Tenebris. <br/><br/>The bear shook his head, and so did the other three. They strode forward quickly, observing the room around them. Soon, they were standing around Requiem. All of them were simply staring. ""There is nothing we can do."" said the fox.<br/><br/>""We aren't allowed to touch the body."" the sun confirmed. ""That is against the code."" <br/><br/>The bear nodded. ""We will let you go with a warning, Nathaniel. You must willingly return the body to your host, or be condemned to the void. You are aware that the domination code has been scrapped decades ago."" <br/><br/>The eagle turned briefly to Gerard, shaking his head. ""We will keep a watchful eye on him, Royale. But from here, we realize that we are not allowed to inflict physical or spiritual damage, especially to this body that you lent your son.""<br/><br/>Gerard gulped and nodded. ""I understand. I appreciate your help."" he simply said, evidently broken by this.<br/><br/>The owl took her foot off of Alfie's back, but she continued to stare at him threateningly. ""You will stay away from the immortal,"" she looked up at Damien, ""And you will ponder over whether you will return this body or not. If you refuse to comply, you know what happens, don't you?""<br/><br/>Requiem nodded. He was truly terrified. He didn't want to be sent into the void. The Forgotten separated, letting him leave. Claudia stood there, absolutely confused. She was by now already aware that whoever that was, he was not her cousin. The man in the white suit she recognized as Gerard Royale. Father to her cousin Alfie. Alfie himself was not like that. He smiled always and said her dress was pretty. She didn't bother to follow as Requiem ran past her and jumped into the ceiling. The Forgotten exchange glances, then turned to the immortal. The fox seemed especially fascinated. He had not seen an immortal in so long. He approached Damien, immobiling him with his strange gaze. A power of his.<br/><br/>""Look, look."" he cackled, ""Do you feel it?"" he asked the others. They exchanged glances again and nodded to one another. <br/>""So many emotions. Hidden away in that little locked chest of a head."" the fox knocked on the forehead of his mask. His voice was that of a pre-teenaged boy. <br/><br/>""Leave him, Threnody. You will get nowhere with trying to feed off of an immortal."" said the sun-masked Forgotten, shaking his head. ""We've nothing more to do here."" <br/><br/>With a shake of his head, Threnody turned away, leaving Damien to move again. He faded into a cloud of mist, as did the others. Gerard walked slowly through the mess, sighing. He offered Damien a hand, and looked pensive. He wanted to frown, but he couldn't. Perhaps indeed a sacrifice could be made...<br/><br/>""It appears that we cannot solicit any assistance from the Forgotten either. They were all here, too. Romani, Semias, Tenebris, Threnody, and Delacroix. I used to work with them until I gave up my mask. Though I may be able to take that back, and deal with Requiem myself, risking the consequences, if it will save my son. But until then, you must avoid him."" he said, grinning in that fatherly way again, despite the situation..</div></blockquote><br/><br/>''Therondy...?'' he muttered to himself. One of the Forgotten who had arrived in time to save him from Requiem but Damien didn't exactly trust this specific entity after he stared into its eyes and saw the sheer<span style=""font-style: italic"">lust</span>for power. But if he had warded off Requiem than that meant he had some kind of personal interest in keeping Damien alive.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Where are you? I can sense you but I can't see you. What are you after exactly?</span>"
1144,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=325,2014-12-19T07:50:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Shiloh Haverfield / Portia Damon-Cowles / Claudia Leistner / Ashleigh Savoy, 2027</span></span></div><br/>At the mention of another name, Shiloh's attention was again caught by Damien. He looked down at him with evident confusion.<br/>His hands didn't move from his hips as he looked from one side of the street to the other. Who was Threnody? And why was Damien looking for him or her? Whatever or whoever this 'Threnody' was, Damien wanted everyone to keep an eye out for it. Maybe it wasn't a person, since only Damien and Claudia seemed to feel that it was about. Portia was about to snap back at Jessica, but she stopped short. She knew better than to be unaware of her surroundings when danger was near. Something's presence which Damien had felt appeared to be a threat of some kind.<br/><br/>""What's going on?"" she asked Shiloh who glanced back at her briefly and shrugged.<br/><br/>""I don't know either. But Threnody sounds like pasta to me. Are you still hungry, Damien? Maybe you should've finished your cake first..."" he said, biting his lip and shaking his head. Claudia giggled, covering her mouth with one hand. Shiloh looked up at her and furrowed his eyebrows. It was irritating to know that someone was laughing at him yet again.<br/><br/>""A threnody is a type of song, Sir Haverfield."" she corrected him, though not in a way that he'd feel embarrassed. Shiloh suddenly smiled and nodded, meaning that he understood.<br/><br/>""Oh, okay. I didn't know that."" then her frowned again as he faced Damien. ""Why're you looking for a song, anyway?""<br/><br/>Before Damien could make so much as a reaction, a shrill laughter was heard by everyone standing outside the Café. Some bystanders looked freaked, and a few left the premise. From the alley right next to the building, a young boy of about twelve years old stepped out of the shadows as if he were formerly part of them. His arms were crossed over his chest and his eyes were an alluring bright purple. Any of the group who might make the mistake of looking into his eyes would freeze until he broke his gaze. In reaction, Claudia moved directly in front of Damien, standing in a stance where she could easily reach some strings with which to trap the boy. He wasn't her cousin, but he seemed to have the same powers. Just who was he?<br/><br/>""You're quite the fool, aren't you?"" said the boy, giggling. ""Though I don't blame you. You're young.""<br/><br/>Shiloh huffed angrily, starting to raise his own temperature because of what this stranger said about him. Portia looked equally irritated, but the appearance of a knife in the kid's hand prevented her from making any reckless attacks against him. The boy was twirling the 4-inch knife around his index finger as he shifted to a more comfortable standing position, studying the immortal's company. Three powered beings, one regular human girl, and another wanderer.<br/><br/>""Well, immortal. It seems you've more than enough protection. But I'd rather not face Romani's wrath. I hope you don't mind me hanging about."" he said with a soft sigh. He released the knife, but it simply disappeared instead of hitting the car that his hand was facing."
1145,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=325,2014-12-19T07:57:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>""Alright. Thanks."" nodded Alice, raising her hand for the waiter. She knew well not to get too much than was needed, as her integrated etiquette manual said it was rude and would turn-off her company. Another man walked up, leaning forward since he was so tall.<br/><br/>""What may I get you, ma'am?"" he asked politely, smiling as he did so.<br/><br/>""Another slice of cheesecake, please."" replied Alice with a smile. The waiter nodded, bowed to her and Kyle, before walking to the counter. He didn't need to write anything down, as one slice of cheesecake was easy enough to memorize. Alice then turned back to Kyle. She looked very happy as she picked her fork up and toyed with it as she waited.<br/><br/>""So... Kyle West. What exactly is our movie about? I know I'm not supposed to be asking, but I'm just very curious..."" she said softly in an attempt to strike conversation. After she made her order things had become strangely awkward and quiet. Quiet was something she really didn't like. It made her feel as if something or someone was creeping up on her."
1146,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=325,2014-12-19T08:07:00,Qeno,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22847176#p22847176"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Shiloh Haverfield / Portia Damon-Cowles / Claudia Leistner / Ashleigh Savoy, 2027</span></span></div><br/>At the mention of another name, Shiloh's attention was again caught by Damien. He looked down at him with evident confusion.<br/>His hands didn't move from his hips as he looked from one side of the street to the other. Who was Threnody? And why was Damien looking for him or her? Whatever or whoever this 'Threnody' was, Damien wanted everyone to keep an eye out for it. Maybe it wasn't a person, since only Damien and Claudia seemed to feel that it was about. Portia was about to snap back at Jessica, but she stopped short. She knew better than to be unaware of her surroundings when danger was near. Something's presence which Damien had felt appeared to be a threat of some kind. <br/><br/>""What's going on?"" she asked Shiloh who glanced back at her briefly and shrugged.<br/><br/>""I don't know either. But Threnody sounds like pasta to me. Are you still hungry, Damien? Maybe you should've finished your cake first..."" he said, biting his lip and shaking his head. Claudia giggled, covering her mouth with one hand. Shiloh looked up at her and furrowed his eyebrows. It was irritating to know that someone was laughing at him yet again.<br/><br/>""A threnody is a type of song, Sir Haverfield."" she corrected him, though not in a way that he'd feel embarrassed. Shiloh suddenly smiled and nodded, meaning that he understood.<br/><br/>""Oh, okay. I didn't know that."" then her frowned again as he faced Damien. ""Why're you looking for a song, anyway?""<br/><br/>Before Damien could make so much as a reaction, a shrill laughter was heard by everyone standing outside the Café. Some bystanders looked freaked, and a few left the premise. From the alley right next to the building, a young boy of about twelve years old stepped out of the shadows as if he were formerly part of them. His arms were crossed over his chest and his eyes were an alluring bright purple. Any of the group who might make the mistake of looking into his eyes would freeze until he broke his gaze. In reaction, Claudia moved directly in front of Damien, standing in a stance where she could easily reach some strings with which to trap the boy. He wasn't her cousin, but he seemed to have the same powers. Just who was he?<br/><br/>""You're quite the fool, aren't you?"" said the boy, giggling. ""Though I don't blame you. You're young.""<br/><br/>Shiloh huffed angrily, starting to raise his own temperature because of what this stranger said about him. Portia looked equally irritated, but the appearance of a knife in the kid's hand prevented her from making any reckless attacks against him. The boy was twirling the 4-inch knife around his index finger as he shifted to a more comfortable standing position, studying the immortal's company. Three powered beings, one regular human girl, and another wanderer.<br/><br/>""Well, immortal. It seems you've more than enough protection. But I'd rather not face Romani's wrath. I hope you don't mind me hanging about."" he said with a soft sigh. He released the knife, but it simply disappeared instead of hitting the car that his hand was facing.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Rei tilted her head, still confused about the situation, Another boy was added to the fray and this time he was armed with a dinky pocket knife. Surely a dining knife was longer and it was clear that she did not know what was going on. Her lunch was still on the counter and she decided to go have her lunch before making any further decision.<br/><br/>Her lunch consisted of a thick white soup, a smooth sandwich, and iced tea sitting on top of or next to a cream colored plate."
1147,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=325,2014-12-19T09:45:00,Islamic Republic e Jariri,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22847176#p22847176"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Shiloh Haverfield / Portia Damon-Cowles / Claudia Leistner / Ashleigh Savoy, 2027</span></span></div><br/>At the mention of another name, Shiloh's attention was again caught by Damien. He looked down at him with evident confusion.<br/>His hands didn't move from his hips as he looked from one side of the street to the other. Who was Threnody? And why was Damien looking for him or her? Whatever or whoever this 'Threnody' was, Damien wanted everyone to keep an eye out for it. Maybe it wasn't a person, since only Damien and Claudia seemed to feel that it was about. Portia was about to snap back at Jessica, but she stopped short. She knew better than to be unaware of her surroundings when danger was near. Something's presence which Damien had felt appeared to be a threat of some kind. <br/><br/>""What's going on?"" she asked Shiloh who glanced back at her briefly and shrugged.<br/><br/>""I don't know either. But Threnody sounds like pasta to me. Are you still hungry, Damien? Maybe you should've finished your cake first..."" he said, biting his lip and shaking his head. Claudia giggled, covering her mouth with one hand. Shiloh looked up at her and furrowed his eyebrows. It was irritating to know that someone was laughing at him yet again.<br/><br/>""A threnody is a type of song, Sir Haverfield."" she corrected him, though not in a way that he'd feel embarrassed. Shiloh suddenly smiled and nodded, meaning that he understood.<br/><br/>""Oh, okay. I didn't know that."" then her frowned again as he faced Damien. ""Why're you looking for a song, anyway?""<br/><br/>Before Damien could make so much as a reaction, a shrill laughter was heard by everyone standing outside the Café. Some bystanders looked freaked, and a few left the premise. From the alley right next to the building, a young boy of about twelve years old stepped out of the shadows as if he were formerly part of them. His arms were crossed over his chest and his eyes were an alluring bright purple. Any of the group who might make the mistake of looking into his eyes would freeze until he broke his gaze. In reaction, Claudia moved directly in front of Damien, standing in a stance where she could easily reach some strings with which to trap the boy. He wasn't her cousin, but he seemed to have the same powers. Just who was he?<br/><br/>""You're quite the fool, aren't you?"" said the boy, giggling. ""Though I don't blame you. You're young.""<br/><br/>Shiloh huffed angrily, starting to raise his own temperature because of what this stranger said about him. Portia looked equally irritated, but the appearance of a knife in the kid's hand prevented her from making any reckless attacks against him. The boy was twirling the 4-inch knife around his index finger as he shifted to a more comfortable standing position, studying the immortal's company. Three powered beings, one regular human girl, and another wanderer.<br/><br/>""Well, immortal. It seems you've more than enough protection. But I'd rather not face Romani's wrath. I hope you don't mind me hanging about."" he said with a soft sigh. He released the knife, but it simply disappeared instead of hitting the car that his hand was facing.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>''Oh, not at all,'' replied Damien in a semi-sarcastic tone before sliding both his hands into his blazer front pockets.<br/><br/>He had actually been curious to learn more about this particular Forgotten after he and several others of him scared Requiem out of Borsch Corp Labs. And had then subjected Damien to a powerful stare that made it look like he wanted to eat his soul. But for once he seemed to be confronting a Forgotten that wasn't outright attacking him, like Requiem had already done so on just a few minutes ago. But that didn't mean Damien trusted the entity was here with noble intentions. They rarely ever were and Damien practically knew that firsthand experience.<br/><br/>''We were just on our way to City Hall, to see the unveiling of the Washington Elite. What brings you here?''<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">More importantly why did he ward off Requiem - I doubt he's actually concerned for my 'well being'...</span>"
1148,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=325,2014-12-19T10:08:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Shiloh Haverfield / Portia Damon-Cowles / Claudia Leistner / Ashleigh Savoy, 2027</span></span></div><br/>""Ahh. I assume you're looking to see those cartoon characters come to life?"" the boy giggled. He shrugged and watched as Rei returned back into the Café. Portia noticed as well and glared after her, but she quickly returned her attention to this creepy looking boy. He wasn't staring at anyone in particular, since he knew well what he could do if his eyes met anyone else's. They couldn't pay attention to what he would say if they were frozen.<br/><br/>""Well, you see... Romani is being very pushy. And..."" he chuckled, ""Gerard asked for a favor...""<br/><br/>Shiloh had no idea who Gerard was, but Claudia did, so that made her trust him. A little. He crossed his arms again and leaned back, looking rather irritated.<br/><br/>""I don't want to, because I don't need to... But I have to make sure that Nathaniel doesn't try and come back again. He's a lot more decisive than we thought. We followed him North, but it turns out that it was nothing but a copy... It's... Strange. Gerard asked us to keep him away from you until a solution is decided on."" he explained to Damien, shaking his head. He wanted to see what he could get from an immortal, but a spiritual flogging from Romani wasn't very appealing at all.<br/>""We aren't allowed to kill another Forgotten, but we can discard them into the Void... Or the Nether, as humans might call it. There's really no reason for us to be helping your brother, but Gerard asked for it. And we all owe him a lot."""
1149,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=325,2014-12-19T10:31:00,Islamic Republic e Jariri,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22848011#p22848011"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Shiloh Haverfield / Portia Damon-Cowles / Claudia Leistner / Ashleigh Savoy, 2027</span></span></div><br/>""Ahh. I assume you're looking to see those cartoon characters come to life?"" the boy giggled. He shrugged and watched as Rei returned back into the Café. Portia noticed as well and glared after her, but she quickly returned her attention to this creepy looking boy. He wasn't staring at anyone in particular, since he knew well what he could do if his eyes met anyone else's. They couldn't pay attention to what he would say if they were frozen. <br/><br/>""Well, you see... Romani is being very pushy. And..."" he chuckled, ""Gerard asked for a favor..."" <br/><br/>Shiloh had no idea who Gerard was, but Claudia did, so that made her trust him. A little. He crossed his arms again and leaned back, looking rather irritated.<br/><br/>""I don't want to, because I don't need to... But I have to make sure that Nathaniel doesn't try and come back again. He's a lot more decisive than we thought. We followed him North, but it turns out that it was nothing but a copy... It's... Strange. Gerard asked us to keep him away from you until a solution is decided on."" he explained to Damien, shaking his head. He wanted to see what he could get from an immortal, but a spiritual flogging from Romani wasn't very appealing at all.<br/>""We aren't allowed to kill another Forgotten, but we can discard them into the Void... Or the Nether, as humans might call it. There's really no reason for us to be helping your brother, but Gerard asked for it. And we all owe him a lot.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>''A solution<span style=""font-style: italic"">will</span>be found,'' asserted Damien. ''Part of that monster you call Requiem is<span style=""font-style: italic"">Alfred Royale</span>and the only reason he's on the verge of being consumed by his Other is because of<span style=""font-style: italic"">me</span>...'' he admitted, feeling somewhat relived by expressing that out in the open.<br/>''Plunging him into the Nether is a punishment Alfred doesn't deserve, the world's been a cruel place to him, surely you already know that.''<br/><br/>He was now more concerned about Alfie than himself, the Forgotten posed a threat to send his bother into the eternal damnation of the Nether. Damien could not allow that, for then he would have failed his brother beyond redemption. Gerard's influence kept them restrained from doing the worse to Alfred, but it was only a matter of time before their patience wore thin. Requiem would have to be neutralized eventually, he couldn't be allowed to continue roaming freely and out of control. Damien held nothing but spite and contempt towards Requiem but those feelings didn't extend towards Alfie."
1150,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=325,2014-12-20T06:35:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22847207#p22847207"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>""Alright. Thanks."" nodded Alice, raising her hand for the waiter. She knew well not to get too much than was needed, as her integrated etiquette manual said it was rude and would turn-off her company. Another man walked up, leaning forward since he was so tall. <br/><br/>""What may I get you, ma'am?"" he asked politely, smiling as he did so.<br/><br/>""Another slice of cheesecake, please."" replied Alice with a smile. The waiter nodded, bowed to her and Kyle, before walking to the counter. He didn't need to write anything down, as one slice of cheesecake was easy enough to memorize. Alice then turned back to Kyle. She looked very happy as she picked her fork up and toyed with it as she waited. <br/><br/>""So... Kyle West. What exactly is our movie about? I know I'm not supposed to be asking, but I'm just very curious..."" she said softly in an attempt to strike conversation. After she made her order things had become strangely awkward and quiet. Quiet was something she really didn't like. It made her feel as if something or someone was creeping up on her.</div></blockquote><br/>""Well... it's..."" He paused, thinking for a moment. ""It's a movie about an... android. And..."" he paused, unsure if he wanted to spoil anything. He really wanted it to be as good for Alice as it was for him when he had seen it the first time a couple of days ago. Kyle really liked the movie, even though it had only been a short time. ""It's about her learning what it means to be... Actually... nevermind. I don't want to spoil it."" He had a wide grin, though part of him was wondering if Alice might get offended or something. ""I chose it... because you said you wanted something with an android..."""
1151,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=325,2014-12-20T08:08:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Shiloh Haverfield / Portia Damon-Cowles / Claudia Leistner / Ashleigh Savoy, 2027</span></span></div><br/>""I am aware of who he is. But why the other seem so attached to him, I don't know."" Ashleigh sighed softly, looking deeply frustrated. Shiloh, Portia, and Claudia could only listen quietly, as this was a serious conversation.<br/><br/>""You don't know who I am, and I don't need to hold that against you. But I'm new. The youngest of the Forgotten so far. I died during the final years of the Order and was added to the league by Romani himself. I've never met Alfred before, but all the others are bent on helping him out of this fix he's in. However, if needed, we will cast the body and both souls into the Nether.""<br/><br/>At that, Ashleigh sighed again,opened his eyes and directing them at Damien. He wasn't looking into the immortal's eyes, as he had no reason to capture his attention at the moment. Ashleigh simply wanted Damien to understand how very dire the situation now was. Requiem was now considered by the Big 3 as a nuisance. In the past few days, he'd traded with three people in the worst way possible. They wished to be immortal, and he took their lives, making them immortal only in the Nether.<br/><br/>""If you've got a solution, you need to act it out before Romani calls for hammer-down on your brother and his nasty little pet."" said Ashleigh darkly. His eyes turned to a darker purple as he took a step back. His body began to turn into shadow until he was nothing but a cloud of mist that quickly settled and disappeared. Standing there, Damien would feel a wave of cool air pass over him. In the back of his head he would hear a voice.<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Tick-tock, immortal. Tick... Tock...</span>"" said the voice, following by a gleeful laugh. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Alfred hasn't got all day</span>.""<br/><br/>Once the three with Damien were sure that the purple-eyed boy was gone, they turned to Damien. On Shiloh's and Portia's faces a look of confusion. On Claudia's a look of shock. She couldn't believe what she'd heard from Damien himself. He had been the reason that her poor Cousin Alfred was in this state. But she wasn't violent, until violence was inflicted upon her or those she protected. Her calm composure stayed still as she stared down at Damien.<br/><br/>""What did you mean by that, cousin?"" she asked him, ""What have you done that Cousin Alfred would be in such trouble?""<br/><br/>The manner in which Claudia asked Damien for an answer made Shiloh and Portia exchange glances. Portia was clueless, but Shiloh had an idea, and began whispering the story he'd put together to Portia. She was nodding and gasping as she listened, sometimes looking at Damien with a shocked expression.<br/><br/>""I see..."" she murmured, crossing her arms over her chest. She now knew the story, as Shiloh had told it to her the way it happened. He had a pretty good memory, after all.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>""Did I?.."" Alice gaped, placing a hand on her chest and leaning back in her chair. She took a moment to remember, then found the memory. ""Oh, right... I did.""<br/><br/>""It's alright. I'll be watching it anyway... With you."" she said with a giggle. The waiter then arrived, smiling yet again. He set the saucer down and took the empty one. Before leaving he bowed to Kyle and Alice. Just then, Alice started eating again, more heartily. All the while she was looking at Kyle across the table, wondering what he was thinking about and if he was going to eat his cheesecake. If he didn't want any more, she'd eat it herself."
1152,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=325,2014-12-20T10:57:00,Islamic Republic e Jariri,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22856889#p22856889"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Shiloh Haverfield / Portia Damon-Cowles / Claudia Leistner / Ashleigh Savoy, 2027</span></span></div><br/>""I am aware of who he is. But why the other seem so attached to him, I don't know."" Ashleigh sighed softly, looking deeply frustrated. Shiloh, Portia, and Claudia could only listen quietly, as this was a serious conversation. <br/><br/>""You don't know who I am, and I don't need to hold that against you. But I'm new. The youngest of the Forgotten so far. I died during the final years of the Order and was added to the league by Romani himself. I've never met Alfred before, but all the others are bent on helping him out of this fix he's in. However, if needed, we will cast the body and both souls into the Nether.""<br/><br/>At that, Ashleigh sighed again and opened his eyes and directing them at Damien. He wasn't looking into the immortal's eyes, as he had no reason to capture his attention at the moment. Ashleigh simply wanted Damien to understand how very dire the situation now was. Threnody was now considered by the Big 3 as a nuisance. In the past few days, he'd traded with three people in the worst way possible. They wished to be immortal, and he took their lives, making them immortal only in the Nether. <br/><br/>""If you've got a solution, you need to act it out before Romani calls for hammer-down on your brother and his nasty little pet."" said Ashleigh darkly. His eyes turned to a darker purple as he took a step back. His body began to turn into shadow until he was nothing but a cloud of mist that quickly settled and disappeared. Standing there, Damien would feel a wave of cool air pass over him. In the back of his head he would hear a voice.<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Tick-tock, immortal. Tick... Tock...</span>"" said the voice, following by a gleeful laugh. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Alfred hasn't got all day</span>.""<br/><br/>Once the three with Damien were sure that the purple-eyed boy was gone, they turned to Damien. On Shiloh's and Portia's faces a look of confusion. On Claudia's a look of shock. She couldn't believe what she'd heard from Damien himself. He had been the reason that her poor Cousin Alfred was in this state. But she wasn't violent, until violence was inflicted upon her or those she protected. Her calm composure stayed still as she stared down at Damien.<br/><br/>""What did you mean by that, cousin?"" she asked him, ""What have you done that Cousin Alfred would be in such trouble?""<br/><br/>The manner in which Claudia asked Damien for an answer made Shiloh and Portia exchange glances. Portia was clueless, but Shiloh had an idea, and began whispering the story he'd put together to Portia. She was nodding and gasping as she listened, sometimes looking at Damien with a shocked expression. <br/><br/>""I see..."" she murmured, crossing her arms over her chest. She now knew the story, as Shiloh had told it to her the way it happened. He had a pretty good memory, after all. <br/></div></blockquote><br/><br/>Damien realized that he had to come up with a strategy and didn't have all the time in the world to think one up. He had come to this city for the Washington Underworld but Alfie's presence was not factored into his mission. Now he had to make a similar choice that he made back in the Red King's mansion - prioritize atoning for what he did to Alfie or focus on underworld affairs. And he may not get the chance to make this choice again.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">I was afraid... when I saw Alfred I acted yellow because I was afraid to truly face him - I wanted to run away from it all... forget what happened all those years ago... I was ashamed of what I put him through... and didn't want to embrace the responsibility of what I had caused... the monster I had created out of him... and so I tried to keep him out of my head even when I saw him again... <br/><br/>I flew after the Red King to distract myself from the pain I felt at seeing Alfred again... and now... he's gotten worse.... and its all my fault... now if I don't do something Alfred will be damned to the Nether... I want him to pass on but he doesn't belong in there... he doesn't deserve to be punished for my mistakes. But what can I do... I'm so weak and utterly helpless against Requiem without my healing ability... I can't beat him in a one-on-one fight... he's almost unstoppable and already overpowered me twice before... but there has to be something I can do... I can just let that entity continue to roam freely about it Alfred's body...</span><br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>""What did you mean by that, cousin?"" she asked him, ""What have you done that Cousin Alfred would be in such trouble?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>''I was negligent in a situation that called for due diligence,'' answered Damien cryptically. He really wasn't in any mood to divulge the dark secret surrounding Alphie's death. He noticed Shiloh whispering to Portia, probably relaying his own theory on his relationship with Alfie. Whatever he was telling her was probably a lot easier to handle than if they knew the actual truth. None of them could ever know what really happened all those years ago, not even Jessica or Rei. If they knew what he did they would quite justifiably hate him.<br/><br/>He turned towards Jessica: ''I need to skip out on the unveiling and find Requiem. He needs to be stopped and-'' he froze momentarily as an idea bloomed into his head. If he had help then perhaps he could capture Requiem and prevent him from doing anymore harm until a solution was discovered. Therondy had made it clear that the Forgotten weren't allowed to kill their own kind but maybe he could still help Damien with<span style=""font-style: italic"">detaining</span>or neutralizing Requiem instead. What better help to take down a Forgotten than using fire with fire?<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>""Tick-tock, immortal. Tick... Tock..."" said the voice, following by a gleeful laugh. ""Alfred hasn't got all day.""<br/></div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Wait, come back! I think I have plan to deal with Requiem that can stop him from causing anymore harm...</span><br/><br/>For this to work he'd need Therondy's help, and assistance from Shiloh and Jessica, though he was somewhat hesitant to ask for their help in dealing with a Forgotten, if they had the aid of another Forgotten then the odds should be in their favor. Yet what if they still got hurt? For Damien's own selfishness in involving them in his own battles? Jessica did seem eager to help him with his Washington Underworld investigation but how could he ever ask her to fight a Forgotten for him? The same applied to Shiloh. Claudia on the other hand would probably help whether Damien asked or not, since confronting Requiem put him in direct danger she would therefore get involved to protect him, so Damien could use her. But he wasn't going to ask the others for help - he had no right to involve them in this and didn't particularly want to see them get hurt."
1153,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=350,2014-12-20T12:53:00,Islamic Republic e Jariri,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Scarlet Diamond</span><br/><br/>''Everyone listen, no matter how bleak the situation may seem know that I<span style=""font-style: italic"">will</span>stand by you and in the face of the Washington Elite we will see it through to the end that we emerge victorious. No matter what lies ahead, I will ensure that we<span style=""font-style: italic"">win</span>this.''<br/><br/>Her 'people' applauded her, for a young girl she possessed the charisma of a great leader as she inspired hope that her faction would survive the upcoming assault by the Washington Elite. She couldn't afford to lose, too much was at stake and she needed to prove to the other underworld leaders, especially the Silver Queen, that she wasn't a weak little girl but truly a force to be reckoned with. Still right now of the five factions hers was still the weakest but if she survived this event and held her ground against the Washington Elite she would garner more respect and earn more power. Losing was not an option she was willing to consider, she couldn't lose; she<span style=""font-style: italic"">wouldn't</span>lose.<br/><br/>Unlike the other factions her's wasn't hiding out, instead she was in the plain open on Market Street. If the Washington Elite were going to showcase their power against an immediate and 'easy' target it could be her's. But she was planning to humiliate the group by defeating it and show everyone how even so called 'superheroes' couldn't get in her way. The Washington Elite would be a favour to her, when she was to beat them her overall reputation would increase. She refused to be a coward and go slithering away into the dark corners of the underworld, hiding from her enemies."
1154,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=350,2014-12-20T22:38:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Shiloh Haverfield / Portia Damon-Cowles / Claudia Leistner / Ashleigh Savoy, 2027</span></span></div><br/>""Hmmm?.."" the voice returned, after a few seconds. This time, Ashleigh appeared directly behind Damien.<br/><br/>Shiloh was startled and almost threw a solar ball at the boy who simply grinned and laughed. That was enough to get the attention of Jessica, Portia, and Claudia as well. The two turned to face the boy yet again, since this time around he had a look of malice on his face.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Really now?.. What's that?</span><br/><br/>Then there was that chuckle again. Threnody had read Damien's mind.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">I see now... Though for some reason I can't find why it is Alfred died and what your part was in it...</span><br/><br/>The boy shook his head. ""Tsk, tsk.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">So many secrets...</span><br/><br/>""What's going on? Damien?.. I don't understand..."" Shiloh said softly, getting more nervous as Ashleigh stared them all down. His presence made him feel... UNcomfortable. Like he wanted to come closer and... Ask for something... He wanted to ask for something all of a sudden... It was very strange. Only Claudia wasn't affected. She had everything she now wanted, and would not ask for more. She was easily satisfied, even when she was younger."
1155,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=350,2014-12-21T03:14:00,Islamic Republic e Jariri,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22863898#p22863898"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Shiloh Haverfield / Portia Damon-Cowles / Claudia Leistner / Ashleigh Savoy, 2027</span></span></div><br/>""Hmmm?.."" the voice returned, after a few seconds. This time, Ashleigh appeared directly behind Damien. <br/><br/>Shiloh was startled and almost threw a solar ball at the boy who simply grinned and laughed. That was enough to get the attention of Jessica, Portia, and Claudia as well. The two turned to face the boy yet again, since this time around he had a look of malice on his face.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Really now?.. What's that?</span><br/><br/>Then there was that chuckle again. Threnody had read Damien's mind.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">I see now... Though for some reason I can't find why it is Alfred died and what your part was in it...</span><br/><br/>The boy shook his head. ""Tsk, tsk."" <br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">So many secrets...</span><br/><br/>""What's going on? Damien?.. I don't understand..."" Shiloh said softly, getting more nervous as Ashleigh stared them all down. His presence made him feel... uncomfortable. Like he wanted to come closer and... Ask for something... He wanted to ask for something all of a sudden... It was very strange. Only Claudia wasn't affected. She had everything she now wanted, and would not ask for more. She was easily satisfied, even when she was younger.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">My mind isn't a place where secrets are exposed out in the open. It doesn't matter what my role in his death was, that's the past. Can we focus on the present for capturing Requiem.</span><br/><br/>There were only three people in the entire world who knew the secret about Alfred's death: Damien, Gerard and Alfred himself. It was a secret he preferred to remain buried, to forget it ever happened like it was only a bad dream. No one else could ever know the ugly truth as it wouldn't bring benefit to any of them. But this attitude may have contributed towards Alfred's loss of control, because of Damien's own reluctance to face the past perhaps he deprived his brother from the closure he so desperately needed. This was his fault and his responsibility and he resolved not to run away from it anymore, no matter what pain awaited him for doing so.<br/><br/>Turning towards Shiloh to give a half-truth of an answer Damien instead exclaimed: ''Shiloh no! Don't look!'' Immediately he dashed towards the boy and delivered a swift slap across his face to snap the boy out of Therondy's gaze.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Slap!</span><br/><br/>No way was he going to let Shiloh or anyone else under his watch make a deal with a Forgotten. The price for the wishes they granted was almost never worth losing in the end.<br/><br/>''Sorry...'' he said. ''You can punch me for that. But do it quick, I'm afraid I have to skip out on the unveiling. I'm going after that boy... Requiem. ''"
1156,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=350,2014-12-22T02:01:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22856889#p22856889"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>""Did I?.."" Alice gaped, placing a hand on her chest and leaning back in her chair. She took a moment to remember, then found the memory. ""Oh, right... I did."" <br/><br/>""It's alright. I'll be watching it anyway... With you."" she said with a giggle. The waiter then arrived, smiling yet again. He set the saucer down and took the empty one. Before leaving he bowed to Kyle and Alice. Just then, Alice started eating again, more heartily. All the while she was looking at Kyle across the table, wondering what he was thinking about and if he was going to eat his cheesecake. If he didn't want any more, she'd eat it herself.</div></blockquote><br/>Kyle had finished his own cheesecake already and was now leaned forward a little. ""Of course you'll be watching it with me. Unless we get attack or something again..."" He joked with a little chuckle.. Then leaned back slightly ""Ehhh, lets just hope that doesn't happen.... ! don't suppose you've seen a movie before have you?"""
1157,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=350,2014-12-22T04:07:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Shiloh Haverfield / Portia Damon-Cowles / Claudia Leistner / Ashleigh Savoy, 2027</span></span></div><br/>""Gah!"" yelped Shiloh, recoiling and rubbing his cheek yet again. Ashleigh giggled as his form became more clear. Claudia covered her mouth with both hands in shock. Portia was surprised as well, waiting for Shiloh to recover before turning to Damien and socking him. Shiloh gasped and pulled her back. She was thrashing yet again.<br/><br/>""First, you tell me my looks are<span style=""font-style: italic"">average</span>, and now you slap my dream boyfriend?!"" she yelled at him. Threnody giggled even more as he watched the scene. Shiloh looked confused as he held Portia around the waist, keeping her from rushing Damien. She was strong, but Shiloh was even stronger.<br/><br/>""But... You slapped me, too."" he protested softly. Portia turned back at him a moment, gripping his forearms tightly.<br/><br/>""Only<span style=""font-style: italic"">I</span>can slap you, because you're trying to cheat on me!"" she retorted. Shiloh stayed silent, unsure of what to say. Portia went back to trying to reach Damien, until Claudia joined Shiloh in calming her down. When she did, she was released, but she kept a murderous gaze at Damien. Ashleigh was now laughing in the background. What fun it was to watch people turning on each other.<br/><br/>""You can... Go ahead, Damien."" said Shiloh, blushing and rubbing his cheek. He looked terribly distressed. ""I'll give you word if anything cool happens, I guess.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Right then. What was that plan, immortal? I'm interested. Also, if you don't mind, let's keep the others out of this. They can be controlling... Very controlling.</span>exhaled Ashleigh, staring straight at Damien as he spoke telepathically.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>""There were movies I watched before. But they were part of my briefing, so they involved culture and combat."" Alice explained. She chuckled softly as she took up another piece of her cheesecake. ""Heavenly..."" she remarked, shaking her head with bliss. Even better was that she was enjoying it with the first man who she'd ever loved and who'd ever loved her. She felt that this relationship would go a very long way, despite her physical lackings.<br/><br/>""Kyle West,"" Alice began, leaning against the table herself so that she was closer to Kyle, sitting in the same position he was in. ""do you really, really, really love me?"" she asked him, taking his free hand slowly with her right."
1158,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=350,2014-12-22T09:41:00,Islamic Republic e Jariri,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22877557#p22877557"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Shiloh Haverfield / Portia Damon-Cowles / Claudia Leistner / Ashleigh Savoy, 2027</span></span></div><br/>""Gah!"" yelped Shiloh, recoiling and rubbing his cheek yet again. Ashleigh giggled as his form became more clear. Claudia covered her mouth with both hands in shock. Portia was surprised as well, waiting for Shiloh to recover before turning to Damien and socking him. Shiloh gasped and pulled her back. She was thrashing yet again.<br/><br/>""First, you tell me my looks are <span style=""font-style: italic"">average</span>, and now you slap my dream boyfriend?!"" she yelled at him. Threnody giggled even more as he watched the scene. Shiloh looked confused as he held Portia around the waist, keeping her from rushing Damien. She was strong, but Shiloh was even stronger. <br/><br/>""But... You slapped me, too."" he protested softly. Portia turned back at him a moment, gripping his forearms tightly.<br/><br/>""Only <span style=""font-style: italic"">I</span> can slap you, because you're trying to cheat on me!"" she retorted. Shiloh stayed silent, unsure of what to say. Portia went back to trying to reach Damien, until Claudia joined Shiloh in calming her down. When she did, she was released, but she kept a murderous gaze at Damien. Ashleigh was now laughing in the background. What fun it was to watch people turning on each other.<br/><br/>""You can... Go ahead, Damien."" said Shiloh, blushing and rubbing his cheek. He looked terribly distressed. ""I'll give you word if anything cool happens, I guess."" <br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Right then. What was that plan, immortal? I'm interested. Also, if you don't mind, let's keep the others out of this. They can be controlling... Very controlling.</span> exhaled Ashleigh, staring straight at Damien as he spoke telepathically. </div></blockquote><br/><br/>''My apologies,'' said Damien in a nonchalant almost apathetic tone as if he really didn't care about slapping Shiloh. He didn't regret doing it, as it was for the boy's own good. Damien didn't want him or the rest to become involved with the supernatural as it rarely ever ended well. Gazing into the Forgotten's eyes was a mistake which Damien just prevented Shiloh from making. Besides right now was not the time for Therondy to trick children into making Faustian contracts, there was a more dire matter at hand.<br/><br/>He didn't want to pit the others against a Forgotten, with the exception of Claudia who had proven that she could at least temporarily hold off Requiem. With the help of Therondy the odds would be in both their favor and Damien also wanted to get back at him for that scar he inflicted on the back of his neck. Until a solution could be found at the very least they could capture Requiem and keep him in one place. The entity's free roaming put Damien, as well as Jessica, Portia, Shiloh and Claudia all in danger and it wasn't going to be ignored any further.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">The plan is to ambush and contain. You, me and Claudia should be able to overpower him, as a Forgotten you can't kill him but surely you can utilize non-lethal force to [i]neutralize</span>him? It will be of benefit to us all once he's stopped rampaging and in our custody. We three should take him on from separate directions, that will make it harder for him to counterattack. However you would be the most vital part of the plan - I doubt conventional restraints like rope or chains can hold him down, since you're also a Forgotten you have something within your utilities to restrain him. After that we lock him up in a safe place where he can't do anymore harm until we can figure out how to bring back Alfred.[/i]<br/><br/>''Yes, you should do that. Jessica can give you my number, the rest of you should also go to city hall, unless you have somewhere else to be.''<br/><br/>He then turned towards Claudia, the only person in the group whose life he was willing to put at risk if it meant increasing the chances of his victory against Requiem. After all didn't Gerard order her to protect him? Then the former Forgotten surely knew exactly what kind of situation he was putting the girl into, which she accepted.<br/><br/>''Miss Claudia, I will require your assistance in capturing Requiem. I can trust we can rely on your certain duplication ability? It will serve as an invaluable asset to the ambush.''"
1159,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=350,2014-12-23T00:14:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Shiloh Haverfield / Portia Damon-Cowles / Claudia Leistner / Ashleigh Savoy, 2027</span></span></div><br/>""Nah. I'm going to the City Hall..."" said Portia, looking at her nails, glaring at Damien. Shiloh looked around and nodded, making sure that no one, especially that nasty killer, was stalking them. Portia, most especially. He had paid a lot of attention to that since it had been mentioned inside the café. He needed to protect Portia. As the effect of Damien's slap began to subside, he turned back.<br/><br/>""I'm coming with you, of course."" he told Portia, blushing slightly. At this, Portia blushed herself and turned to Shiloh, smiling sweetly. She clasped her hands together and brushed up against him.<br/><br/>""Awww. You're sooo<span style=""font-style: italic"">sweet</span>!"" she said in a singsong voice. Next to her, Shiloh was blushing even more. He still wasn't sure as to how to react to Portia's flirting.<br/><br/>Claudia and Ashleigh kept their eyes and ears with Damien to make sure they didn't miss any details. Ashleigh wasn't usually this compliant, but he wanted to be able to do something memorable, being the newest of the league.<br/><br/>""Yes, of course."" nodded Claudia, looking over to Ashleigh who nodded to Damien as well.<br/><br/>""Alright. Now, since only Tenebris knows how to locate others of our league, we'll have to find her first..."" said Ashleigh, placing a hand on his forehead."
1160,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=350,2014-12-23T06:18:00,Islamic Republic e Jariri,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22888885#p22888885"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Shiloh Haverfield / Portia Damon-Cowles / Claudia Leistner / Ashleigh Savoy, 2027</span></span></div><br/>""Nah. I'm going to the City Hall..."" said Portia, looking at her nails, glaring at Damien. Shiloh looked around and nodded, making sure that no one, especially that nasty killer, was stalking them. Portia, most especially. He had paid a lot of attention to that since it had been mentioned inside the café. He needed to protect Portia. As the effect of Damien's slap began to subside, he turned back. <br/><br/>""I'm coming with you, of course."" he told Portia, blushing slightly. At this, Portia blushed herself and turned to Shiloh, smiling sweetly. She clasped her hands together and brushed up against him.<br/><br/>""Awww. You're sooo <span style=""font-style: italic"">sweet</span>!"" she said in a singsong voice. Next to her, Shiloh was blushing even more. He still wasn't sure as to how to react to Portia's flirting. <br/><br/>Claudia and Ashleigh kept their eyes and ears with Damien to make sure they didn't miss any details. Ashleigh wasn't usually this compliant, but he wanted to be able to do something memorable, being the newest of the league.<br/><br/>""Yes, of course."" nodded Claudia, looking over to Ashleigh who nodded to Damien as well. <br/><br/>""Alright. Now, since only Tenebris knows how to locate others of our league, we'll have to find her first..."" said Ashleigh, placing a hand on his forehead.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Finally Jessica was behaving more compliantly, as Damien assumed she would probably go with Shiloh and Portia to City Hall which would be a practically 100% safe venture in comparison to going after Requiem. At last she was using less emotions and utilizing more objective thinking, which was good and would help gather more information on the Washington Elite. Meanwhile Damien, Claudia and Therondy would go after Requiem, this time better prepared. At least he was determined to be more ready this time. Requiem had crossed him twice, the third time Damien was going to nail him and get his brother back.<br/><br/>He was happy that Therondy agreed to help, perhaps just like Scarlet Diamond he was new to his job and had the most to prove to the others in his group. Not that Damien truly cared about that, for now he had managed to have both their interests align which was all he needed. He refused to lose to Requiem a third time. This time the ball was in his court...<br/><br/>''Alright then,'' he nodded to Shiloh's group. ''We'll be in touch.''<br/><br/>Turning back to Therondy he said: ''Okay, do you know where we can find her?'' This plan obviously had many steps to it, which Damien intended to carry out carefully and meticulously to help ensure success. First task on his list was to find this female Forgotten, Tenebris."
1161,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=350,2014-12-23T07:20:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Ashleigh Savoy / Claudia Leistner, 2027</span></span></div><br/>With Damien's last words, Portia waved, grabbed Shiloh's hand and walked down the street. She completely forgot about her meal inside the café. Shiloh was trying to hold her back because he wanted to eat, but Portia hauled him away from the others, leaving even Jessica behind. Claudia could only watch with concern as the two disappeared around a corner leading to the City Hall. Immediately after, she turned back to Damien. They indeed had to find this Tenebris person.<br/><br/>Ashleigh nodded in reply to Damien's question. ""Fortunately.""<br/>His cape began to expand and darken until it was covering his entire body with the exception of his head. His smirk was then covered as a white skull mask of a fox materialized over his face. Threnody was in the house. The sidewalk beneath him began to turn dark. The longer he stayed, the darker it became. Claudia looked definitely surprised. She recalled the fox mask that subdued Damien temporarily under that building when she and the poser for Alfred were working together.<br/><br/>""Alright. Assuming you can't fly, I think I should help you."" said Ashleigh, looking around for something to assist them. Upon seeing his target, he 'aah'ed and placed a finger on his chin as he crossed the street over to a gargoyle statue sitting on the bottom of some steps. He reached out to the statue, and as his hand came closer, the statue seemed to tremble slightly. When Ashleigh's finger connected with the gargoyle's snout, it came to life. It stretched its wings, groaned, and even purred as the boy who gave it life scratched it under its chin. Then Ashleigh seemed to be whispering something to the creature. He then pointed in Damien's direction, and the gargoyle nodded.<br/><br/>Threnody returned to Claudia and Damien, his head bobbing. The gargoyle carefully observed Damien, having been given the task to carry him up to the rooftops, where they could easier find Tenebris."
1162,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=350,2014-12-23T07:40:00,Islamic Republic e Jariri,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22891028#p22891028"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Ashleigh Savoy / Claudia Leistner, 2027</span></span></div><br/>With Damien's last words, Portia waved, grabbed Shiloh's hand and walked down the street. She completely forgot about her meal inside the café. Shiloh was trying to hold her back because he wanted to eat, but Portia hauled him away from the others, leaving even Jessica behind. Claudia could only watch with concern as the two disappeared around a corner leading to the City Hall. Immediately after, she turned back to Damien. They indeed had to find this Tenebris person. <br/><br/>Ashleigh nodded in reply to Damien's question. ""Fortunately.""<br/>His cape began to expand and darken until it was covering his entire body with the exception of his head. His smirk was then covered as a white skull mask of a fox materialized over his face. Threnody was in the house. The sidewalk beneath him began to turn dark. The longer he stayed, the darker it became. Claudia looked definitely surprised. She recalled the fox mask that subdued Damien temporarily under that building when she and the poser for Alfred were working together. <br/><br/>""Alright. Assuming you can't fly, I think I should help you."" said Ashleigh, looking around for something to assist them. Upon seeing his target, he 'aah'ed and placed a finger on his chin as he crossed the street over to a gargoyle statue sitting on the bottom of some steps. He reached out to the statue, and as his hand came closer, the statue seemed to tremble slightly. When Ashleigh's finger connected with the gargoyle's snout, it came to life. It stretched its wings, groaned, and even purred as the boy who gave it life scratched it under its chin. Then Ashleigh seemed to be whispering something to the creature. He then pointed in Damien's direction, and the gargoyle nodded. <br/><br/>Threnody returned to Claudia and Damien, his head bobbing. The gargoyle carefully observed Damien, having been given the task to carry him up to the rooftops, where they could easier find Tenebris.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Did he just create a... gargoyle...? And he expects me to ride that thing? Well if it can get the job done I suppose its fine... but a gargoyle? I wish dragons were still around in this era, though they were already on the decline back when I became an immortal...</span><br/><br/>''Not exactly inconspicuous, I mean how exactly will I<span style=""font-style: italic"">not</span>draw attention to myself riding a flying statue?''<br/><br/>''Holy s**t...'' gasped the barista from inside the cafe. Was he staring at a real life gargoyle that had somehow animated into life? He couldn't believe his eyes and his jaw dropped watching the stone creature. It was something straight out of one of those fantasy books he read as a boy.<br/><br/>''Amanda get me my phone, I have to take a picture of this!''<br/><br/>Damien was already petting the gargoyle's head, despite its revolting appearance it seemed almost cute in its own dark Gothic way. The streets were conveniently empty, and he didn't see any CCTV cameras either. The cafe itself was almost empty, but it was then when he noticed to two baristas staring at the gargoyle with astonishment and disbelief. And they were taking pictures with their phones.<br/><br/>''Do these things show up in a modern day camera by any chance?'' inquired Damien as he mounted the gargoyle."
1163,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=350,2014-12-23T08:18:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Claudia Leistner / Threnody, 2027</span></span></div><br/>""It doesn't matter."" Ashleigh shrugged, looking over at the Café. Shadows reached inside, and the two employees' phones were swiped from their hands, never to be seen again. The windows then dimmed to a point that it seemed they were tinted. Threnody had used his shadows to block the sun out completely, though temporarily. Until they were gone, it wouldn't matter.<br/>The gargoyle lowered its head and waited for Damien to climb on, since lifting him with its claws was not an option. Ashleigh turned to Claudia with a questioning looked and asked,<br/><br/>""Do you need one as well, miss?""<br/><br/>Claudia shook her head, and Ashleigh grinned. ""Right then,"" he said, beginning to float. ""Let's get to it then.""<br/>The gargoyle flapped its wings impatiently, grunting for Damien to get on."
1164,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=350,2014-12-23T08:49:00,Islamic Republic e Jariri,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22891318#p22891318"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Claudia Leistner / Threnody, 2027</span></span></div><br/>""It doesn't matter."" Ashleigh shrugged, looking over at the Café. Shadows reached inside, and the two employees' phones were swiped from their hands, never to be seen again. The windows then dimmed to a point that it seemed they were tinted. Threnody had used his shadows to block the sun out completely, though temporarily. Until they were gone, it wouldn't matter.<br/>The gargoyle lowered its head and waited for Damien to climb on, since lifting him with its claws was not an option. Ashleigh turned to Claudia with a questioning looked and asked,<br/><br/>""Do you need one as well, miss?"" <br/><br/>Claudia shook her head, and Ashleigh grinned. ""Right then,"" he said, beginning to float. ""Let's get to it then.""<br/>The gargoyle flapped its wings impatiently, grunting for Damien to get on.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>''Impressive,'' remarked Damien as he mounted the gargoyle, ready for flight. He wondered if he could ever go back to the Cafe Xpress everyday after this, as he was looking forward to trying out their 'authentic' Turkish blend of espresso. Those two baristas would surely have questions when they saw him again, though it wasn't like they could actually prove anything.<br/><br/>''So then, shall we go?''"
1165,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=350,2014-12-23T10:31:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Claudia Leistner / Threnody, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Once Threnody nodded, the last bits of stone crumbled off the gargoyle and fell to the sidewalk. ITs wings flapped once, launching it and Damien into the air. Threnody simply followed behind and Claudia jumped from windowsill to windowsill to reach the first rooftop. Threnody stood where he'd landed for a few moments, looking around every now and then. At some point he stopped and kept his head in one direction, then turned to Claudia and Damien, giving them another nod. Then he launched himself forward, prompting for the gargoyle carrying Damien to do the same.<br/><br/>Claudia seemed to be skipping from one rooftop to the other, but she stopped, and so did Threnody. The gargoyle took a moment to slow down, and was still flapping its wings as it turned in the direction that Claudia and Threnody were facing.<br/>On another roof there was a silhouette. It was holding something long and was looking out over the city. Threnody gestured for the gargoyle and Claudia to follow as he headed over to the silhouette, who upon being more closely observed, was Tenebris. Her head spun around 180 degrees to face the three once they were close enough.<br/><br/>""Tenebris..."" said Ashleigh softly, landing on his two feet. He glanced at CLaudia and Damien before moving closer."
1166,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=350,2014-12-25T07:48:00,Islamic Republic e Jariri,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">City Hall</span><br/><br/>For many it was like a dream - especially among the city's younger generation as they watched in awe at the center of the stage where stood one of the city's most popular celebrities and arguably its first official 'superheroes' - essentially celebrity metahumans. It was the group of five known as the Washington Elite: Mr Tomorrow with his 'magnificent' powers of superhuman speed, strength, stamina and durability, beyond the pinnacle of human condition. Then there was Aqua and her 'amazing' ability to manipulate water and ionize it to make it conduct electrical energy. The Terran Man had the 'terrific' ability to manipulate earth and plant life, so he was branded to appeal to both 'tough kids' and nature lovers. Last but not least was the intriguing Excel who had the 'excellent' ability to copy the genetic abilities of other metahumans for a short period of time. Her kind was rare and so had been subject to heavy sensationalism.<br/><br/>Best of all - or at least it seemed good on the surface - these celebrity metahumans had officially been endorsed by Mayor Connors and inducted into the Washington PD to help combat metahuman criminal activities, to fight fire with fire. Only the majority of the population wasn't aware that Mayor Connors had been 'disposed' of a while back and a shape shifting former-Sanctioned agent had become his doppelganger and worked for the Ace of Hearts. Essentially the Washington Underworld now controlled the city's mayoral office. Even the police department was corrupt and the only political institution the Underworld had not gotten its roots over was the White House - for now. But that was a nationwide institution and apart from that the Underworld - particularly the Ace's faction now controlled the city.<br/><br/>The mayor was expected to arrive shortly to deliver a speech laying out the aims and objectives of the Washington Elite and many of the Underworld's spies were attending the gathering at City Hall to learn as much as they could about the situation. After the speech it was expected that he would deploy the Elite into immediate police duty and would direct them to take down the city's most notorious criminals. Little did most realize that this was all part of the Ace's grand plan to take control of the entire city and use the Elite to stamp out the other four factions that threatened his monopolization of the Underworld.<br/><br/>''And it is an honor to be able to serve not just the city, but its<span style=""font-style: italic"">people</span>,'' concluded Mr Tomorrow in his own mini-speech about his team. Brand-wise he was the leader of this superhero team though in actuality he was more of a vassal to his sponsors who made him and the rest of the Elite into the celebrities that they are today. And Mayor Connors was on top of their corporate food chain. Above him of course was the Ace, though that was of course concealed from the public.<br/><br/>Little did either the Elite or 'Mayor Connors' know however, that there was a certain twelve year old girl among the crowd that gathered at City Hall. Scarlet Diamond appeared as an ordinary civilian, just another fan girl totally into Mr Tomorrow or Terran Man. But around the area she had stationed members of her faction. There was going to be an assassination and Mayor Connors was the target.<br/><br/>Yet there was a third plot being dotted out in City Hall; the Ace had plans to take over the Underworld and Scarlet Diamond had plans to neutralize the Elite; unbeknownst to both parties there was a predator among them. Except this predator wasn't part of the city or Underworld's bureaucracy, in fact politics wasn't the reason he made it to City Hall at all. This predator was a Stalker and he had been wanted across the North American continent for serial child murders. And he had been following a certain someone, hiding in plain sight, blending in with the other people around him he didn't appear to look like a monster at all but just another ordinary middle class worker and a resident of the city simply here to watch the unveiling. Except he didn't give a damn about any of that. He was staring carefully at Shiloh's group, though didn't make it outwardly obvious. It was highly unlikely that they would notice him but he had noticed them. Particularly the two girls he was with.<br/><br/>There she was - the one he had been silently chasing all this time in the city - the girl with a woman's mind - Jessica. And this time she came with a bonus - another girl who would make an ideal candidate for the Fourth - Portia Damon-Cowles. Except he had no idea who she was, or that she was the daughter of an internationally renowned lawyer and heir to the Damon-Cowles fortune. He had already made up his mind about 'catching' both of them.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Damien Somerfield</span><br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22892410#p22892410"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Claudia Leistner / Threnody, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Once Threnody nodded, the last bits of stone crumbled off the gargoyle and fell to the sidewalk. ITs wings flapped once, launching it and Damien into the air. Threnody simply followed behind and Claudia jumped from windowsill to windowsill to reach the first rooftop. Threnody stood where he'd landed for a few moments, looking around every now and then. At some point he stopped and kept his head in one direction, then turned to Claudia and Damien, giving them another nod. Then he launched himself forward, prompting for the gargoyle carrying Damien to do the same.<br/><br/>Claudia seemed to be skipping from one rooftop to the other, but she stopped, and so did Threnody. The gargoyle took a moment to slow down, and was still flapping its wings as it turned in the direction that Claudia and Threnody were facing.<br/>On another roof there was a silhouette. It was holding something long and was looking out over the city. Threnody gestured for the gargoyle and Claudia to follow as he headed over to the silhouette, who upon being more closely observed, was Tenebris. Her head spun around 180 degrees to face the three once they were close enough.<br/><br/>""Tenebris..."" said Ashleigh softly, landing on his two feet. He glanced at CLaudia and Damien before moving closer.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>''I assume you shall introduce us and inform her of our urgent need for her services?'' Damien asked as he glanced back at Therondy. He was still trying to wrap his mind around it - he was riding a gargoyle. This would have felt so fun and fantastical had his mind not been preoccupied with finding his brother. Little did he know of the danger that awaited the other group in City Hall.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Borsch Corp Labs</span><br/><br/>''AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAH!''<br/><br/>The man had sprung out of his bed - or at least he would have had he still possessed his legs and the rest of his lower half. Dr Owen Perry had the look of a frightened animal that had been recently wounded quite badly and then turned into a lab rat for testing. Because that was exactly what happened to him.<br/><br/>''W..where am I?'' he muttered.<br/><br/>''Calm down Dr Perry, you're home at Borsch Corp labs.''<br/><br/>''My... my legs.... my lower half....''<br/><br/>''We injected you with a regenerative variation of the Titan formula, it saved your life doctor, alas it couldn't grow back your lower half and we couldn't exactly reattach it either, you see-''<br/><br/>''Ev...ev...Evans... Mia Evans.... where is she...?''<br/><br/>''I'm afraid your Unification Project was a failure, and Miss Evans got away, along with<span style=""font-style: italic"">both</span>of her brothers.''<br/><br/>''GIVE ME MIA EVANS!'' he roared in a mental frenzy, but all he could do was helpless wave his arms about like a raging infant. But his eyes were on fire - with pure hatred."
1167,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=350,2014-12-25T08:15:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22877557#p22877557"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>""There were movies I watched before. But they were part of my briefing, so they involved culture and combat."" Alice explained. She chuckled softly as she took up another piece of her cheesecake. ""Heavenly..."" she remarked, shaking her head with bliss. Even better was that she was enjoying it with the first man who she'd ever loved and who'd ever loved her. She felt that this relationship would go a very long way, despite her physical lackings.<br/><br/>""Kyle West,"" Alice began, leaning against the table herself so that she was closer to Kyle, sitting in the same position he was in. ""do you really, really, really love me?"" she asked him, taking his free hand slowly with her right.</div></blockquote><br/>Kyle smiled his same smile, and took her hand too. He looked into her eyes, those beautiful, round blue eyes... ""I really, really, really,<span style=""text-decoration: underline"">really</span>love you Alice. Your sweet, intelligent and perhaps the most beautiful girl I've ever met. I think I love everything about you."" He said, with sincerity. ""I... I know it's only been a short time since we began dating... in fact this is only the second day... But I'm sure I love you. Absolutely certain of it in fact."" He paused, lost in her eyes for a second. ""I've, never felt this way about anyone before..."""
1168,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=350,2014-12-26T07:28:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Claudia Leistner / Threnody, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Threnody nodded to Damien before shifting back to his human form to approach Tenebris. But the eyes on her mask which were previously closed opened suddenly, and they shined white.<br/><br/>""Not. Any. Closer."" she said threateningly as the rest of her body turned around to face Threnody. Her cape dissolved into a cloud of feathers that rode the wind and disappeared, and her mask simply disintegrated,<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://oi60.tinypic.com/11igto6.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">revealing her face and her hair</a>. She was pouting at Threnody, now Ashleigh. But her gaze quickly moved on to the two mortals behind him. Wait, the other was... Indeed. It was the immortal that Nathaniel wanted dead so badly. He was here, which meant Threnody had done as Romani asked. That was good. Ashleigh was doing a good job as one of the Forgotten in her opinion. Though he was young, he was good at what he did, though he was a beginner. Nonetheless, she kept the authoritative look on her face as she faced Ashleigh. He seemed intimidated by her.<br/><br/>""What're you here for?"" she asked bluntly, crossing her arms over her chest. Her accent made it obvious that she was of Slavic descent.<br/><br/>Threnody took a moment to answer, feeling rather embarrassed. ""W-well, we're here.. Because we need to find Nathaniel.""<br/><br/>""What?.."" the woman's eyes widened. Her sharp glance went back to Claudia and Damien. ""What in the hell for?!""<br/><br/>Threnody flinched at Tenebris' sudden outburst, but her regained his composure after a moment. ""The immortal...""<br/><br/>""Ah..."" Tenebris nodded and shut her eyes for a second. ""That's right. Alfred is your stepbrother."" Tenebris sighed and brought her arms back to her sides as she approached Damien. The gargoyle settled back down, and the woman lifted the boy off its back, whether he liked it or not. She didn't seem bothered by his weight at all. She couldn't be, anyway.<br/><br/>""Bring him back for us, *<span style=""font-style: italic"">malen'kiy</span>. Bring Alfred back."" she told him in what sounded like a whisper, then she set him back down. Apparently, she'd shoveled through Damien's thoughts and had learnt of his intentions. Her trademark spunky expression had changed for a moment, but it returned when she looked back at Ashleigh.<br/><br/>""I'll tell you where he is. But you<span style=""font-style: italic"">cannot</span>injure him, Ashleigh. Absolutely not."" Tenebris told him firmly, pointing at him. The younger Forgotten nodded yes, and so did the elder one. ""You know the rules.""<br/><br/>Tenebris inhaled deeply and closed her eyes without a word, and for a moment, looked very serene. She then turned around so that her whole body was facing in the direction of the National Museum of Natural History. She then opened her eyes and pointed in ints direction. ""There. The museum. Nathaniel is creating a brood with which to fight us. Watch yourselves.""<br/>After that, she walked over to Damien with a solemn look on her face. She took his hand, shook and squeezed it.<br/><br/>""Katja Hrushevsky. It's nice to meet you. ""Damien""."" she introduced herself. Hinting that she'd been looking through his mind, and had probably even uncovered some secrets he had. But before Damien could say anything more, she dissolved into mist and was gone. Ashleigh exhaled, relieved.<br/><br/>""Alright. We have the information we need. Now let's get to that museum."" he told the two. The gargoyle snapped its jaws and flapped its wings, waiting for Damien to get onto it again."
1169,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=350,2014-12-26T07:40:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Alice Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>And at those very words, Alice grabbed Kyle's shirt collar, and pulled him in for a big kiss. It lasted quite long before the synthetic released him and sat back down in her chair. She had a mischievous grin on her face.<br/><br/>""And I love you just as much, Kyle West. I love you so much. So lawful, so handsome, and so very perfect."" she chuckled. She was no longer smiling at this point, but she was happy. She felt as if she were going to cry tears of joy. But she couldn't.<br/>She was thankful for everything she got in the past few days. It was amazing. Miraculous."
1170,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=350,2014-12-27T07:22:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22919492#p22919492"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Alice Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>And at those very words, Alice grabbed Kyle's shirt collar, and pulled him in for a big kiss. It lasted quite long before the synthetic released him and sat back down in her chair. She had a mischievous grin on her face.<br/><br/>""And I love you just as much, Kyle West. I love you so much. So lawful, so handsome, and so very perfect."" she chuckled. She was no longer smiling at this point, but she was happy. She felt as if she were going to cry tears of joy. But she couldn't. <br/>She was thankful for everything she got in the past few days. It was amazing. Miraculous.</div></blockquote><br/>Kyle grinned widely, so very happy to be with Alice. ""Well... I'm not perfect. After all I think that adjective would suit you better."" He replied. Lost in her eyes again, for a second. Suddenly a look of panic came to his face. ""Oh! What time is it? Are we late for the movie?"" he asked, then checked his watch. ""Oh... good... we still have some time."" He smiled in relief."
1171,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=350,2015-01-15T04:06:00,Islamic Republic e Jariri,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=22919448#p22919448"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Claudia Leistner / Threnody, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Threnody nodded to Damien before shifting back to his human form to approach Tenebris. But the eyes on her mask which were previously closed opened suddenly, and they shined white.<br/><br/>""Not. Any. Closer."" she said threateningly as the rest of her body turned around to face Threnody. Her cape dissolved into a cloud of feathers that rode the wind and disappeared, and her mask simply disintegrated, <a class=""postlink"" href=""http://oi60.tinypic.com/11igto6.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">revealing her face and her hair</a>. She was pouting at Threnody, now Ashleigh. But her gaze quickly moved on to the two mortals behind him. Wait, the other was... Indeed. It was the immortal that Nathaniel wanted dead so badly. He was here, which meant Threnody had done as Romani asked. That was good. Ashleigh was doing a good job as one of the Forgotten in her opinion. Though he was young, he was good at what he did, though he was a beginner. Nonetheless, she kept the authoritative look on her face as she faced Ashleigh. He seemed intimidated by her.<br/><br/>""What're you here for?"" she asked bluntly, crossing her arms over her chest. Her accent made it obvious that she was of Slavic descent. <br/><br/>Threnody took a moment to answer, feeling rather embarrassed. ""W-well, we're here.. Because we need to find Nathaniel."" <br/><br/>""What?.."" the woman's eyes widened. Her sharp glance went back to Claudia and Damien. ""What in the hell for?!"" <br/><br/>Threnody flinched at Tenebris' sudden outburst, but her regained his composure after a moment. ""The immortal...""<br/><br/>""Ah..."" Tenebris nodded and shut her eyes for a second. ""That's right. Alfred is your stepbrother."" Tenebris sighed and brought her arms back to her sides as she approached Damien. The gargoyle settled back down, and the woman lifted the boy off its back, whether he liked it or not. She didn't seem bothered by his weight at all. She couldn't be, anyway.<br/><br/>""Bring him back for us, *<span style=""font-style: italic"">malen'kiy</span> . Bring Alfred back."" she told him in what sounded like a whisper, then she set him back down. Apparently, she'd shoveled through Damien's thoughts and had learnt of his intentions. Her trademark spunky expression had changed for a moment, but it returned when she looked back at Ashleigh.<br/><br/>""I'll tell you where he is. But you <span style=""font-style: italic"">cannot</span> injure him, Ashleigh. Absolutely not."" Tenebris told him firmly, pointing at him. The younger Forgotten nodded yes, and so did the elder one. ""You know the rules.""<br/><br/>Tenebris inhaled deeply and closed her eyes without a word, and for a moment, looked very serene. She then turned around so that her whole body was facing in the direction of the National Museum of Natural History. She then opened her eyes and pointed in ints direction. ""There. The museum. Nathaniel is creating a brood with which to fight us. Watch yourselves.""<br/>After that, she walked over to Damien with a solemn look on her face. She took his hand, shook and squeezed it.<br/><br/>""Katja Hrushevsky. It's nice to meet you. ""Damien""."" she introduced herself. Hinting that she'd been looking through his mind, and had probably even uncovered some secrets he had. But before Damien could say anything more, she dissolved into mist and was gone. Ashleigh exhaled, relieved.<br/><br/>""Alright. We have the information we need. Now let's get to that museum."" he told the two. The gargoyle snapped its jaws and flapped its wings, waiting for Damien to get onto it again.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>There was an ominous tone behind how she pronounced the boy's chosen name of 'Damien', heavily implying that she knew that name was merely a handle. She must have been brushing through the debris of his mind though if she had discovered his true name then he would have felt it. Fortunately not even powerful telepaths like Mia Evans could uncover that one secret, as there was a reason why immortals didn't use their true names and instead opted to choose new names for themselves. An immortal's name was their greatest secret, their greatest power but also their greatest weakness. It was for that reason why their minds were much more trickier to read than others, they were an elaborately designed complex maze which made one's true name almost impossible to find.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Almost</span>impossible.<br/><br/>Damien didn't think to worry however, he was fairly confident what while Tenebris had peered into a part of his mind he normally kept closed off, she was unable to locate the ultimate treasure. He would have been able to sense it if she did. The boy had met and interacted with quite a few of the Forgotten over his life time, he had recently even discovered that he had originally met Gerard a hundred years earlier than when he thought of have first met him in 2020, though the memory had been suppressed for a very long time until the events caused by the Masked Man which led him to recover his lost memories upon tapping into the power of Salvia's soul fragment implanted within himself.<br/><br/>He had changed greatly since then - though his relationship with the Forgotten remained quite rocky. This was probably the same case with all other immortals, while they weren't exactly enemies with the Forgotten per se, they were rarely ever friends either, though he knew of immortals who had entered into a contract with the Forgotten for various reasons. Even Gerard tempted Damien to enter into a contract with him to cure the blindness he had been inflicted with at the time, and he almost succeeded had Salvia not saved him.<br/><br/>Sometimes Damien wondered if Gerard was a bad father for not letting Alfred die when he should have - had he done so he could have spared his child from carrying on the burden of their cursed legacy. He should have found a different heir, as the Royale bloodline was doomed anyway since there could be no more decedents. Yet he knew that the man loved his son, even if his actions were unfairly cruel towards him. Damien knew he couldn't save Alfred from carrying his family curse but he wasn't going to let it consume him either. Alfred was one of the so very few family members he still had left and he wasn't going to let Nathaniel take him away.<br/><br/>''Alright, I have a plan, so listen carefully...'' began Damien."
1172,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=350,2015-01-15T07:20:00,Islamic Republic e Jariri,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">City Hall</span><br/><br/>No one expected what was to happen next - as the mayoral speech concluded and members of the Washington PD proceeded to publicly induct the politically endorsed Washington Elite, a chain of irreversible events was about to set off.<br/><br/>Riots were to be expected - not everyone was going to accept superhumans joining into the police force, or approve of branding these legally sanctioned vigilantes as 'superheroes'. Still the private corporate sponsors responsible for promoting the Washington Elite had benefited greatly from the group's rising popularity, especially among the younger post-Order generation. The idea of superhumans using their powers to protect the innocent and punish the evil had become quite appealing, which was a surprising and somewhat unexpected result considering how supers had been stigmatized for so long. The world was finally changing and moving on from the era of the Order, or so it seemed.<br/><br/>Hidden among the crowd were selected faction members belonging to the Washington Underworld, a rising crime organization centered around its namesake city but ever since the reign of the old Red King it had spread its influence into Europe as well as some parts of Asia. The idea of countering them with the Washington Elite was obviously an image oriented decision, one way or the other, the city was effectively molding a righteous image for metas and showcasing them as real life superheros. And these were exceptionally strong superhumans, which meant that they did indeed pose a very real threat towards the Washington Underworld. If the crime organization lost its grip over its own central base of operations then its entire underground global network could fall.<br/><br/>And so members of the underworld had decided that both the Mayor and the Elite needed to die....<br/><br/><br/>Directly aimed towards the stage where the Elite had been unveiled and where 'Mayor Connors' was giving his speech, Scarlet passed a subtle signal with her right hand indicating to her henchmen that it was time to strike. With a grenade launcher.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Booom!</span><br/><br/>Of course the security forces surrounding the perimeter immediately moved in to apprehend the shooter but the damage was already done with one shot. The explosion was actually quite small but focused, intended to only take out the selected five targets. The crowd gathered was so predictable that Scarlet found it almost pathetic - almost instantly they had burst into an uncontrollable state of panic, implementing the execution of pure chaos.<br/><br/>Little did she know however, that the man thought to be the Mayor was in fact another metahuman posing as the city's head. Thanks to the Blackjack's investigation the entire underworld was now aware of the Ace's grand strategy to monopolize the other factions under his name as well as gain political control of the city itself, though no one had uncovered the fact that the real Mayor Connors had been killed off last night and replaced with Zach acting as his doppelganger and effectively as the Ace's proxy in the mayoral office. And it would take much more than a single grenade to kill him.<br/><br/>But as the smoke cleared away they saw that standing in front of the mayor and having taken the shot for him was Mr Tomorrow, whose high level durability had shielded the man from most of the explosion. His torso had also been exposed to reveal a swell built six-pack, which at the moment only fueled his image as a strong and powerful hero of justice. Scarlet cringed over her failure to assassinate the mayor but was determined to turn this around. Taking advantage of the distress and confusion she moved in for the kill, using the hidden metallic plating concealed beneath her civilian attire she combined with her magnetism she dashed herself forward at high speed, as a blade protruded from her left wrist.<br/><br/>A lot faster than expected, she easily outmaneuvered the guards trying to secure the mayor, leaping over them and forcing their guns to fly out of their hands, allowing for other members of her faction to also move in. But just before she could get close enough to the mayor, Mr Tomorrow himself moved forward and grabbed her wrist midway before using his strength to propel her backwards towards the crowd.<br/><br/>''We have to protect the mayor,'' he commanded his team, somewhat surprised that the would be assassin was a young girl. What was the world coming to when superhumans that young were already trained to kill? But it was still an opportunity for fame, once they successfully defended the mayor's life this would surely make the headlines and elevate his own personal fame further. He was after all branded as the leader of the group and therefore stood to benefit the most from this, even if it was all unscripted and unforeseen.<br/><br/>Scarlet managed to land back on her feet and unsheathed, but her look had changed from her original state of frustration into one where she was now confidently smirking. This wasn't going according to plan and she liked it. It had been a while since she last had fun. Pulling out a small metal ball from her pocket she used her metalkinesis to re-mold and elongate its shape into a long and sharply tipped spear. It was composed out of a synthetic metal stronger than steel and easy to mold into a desired rigid shape.<br/><br/>''I can deal with her,'' insisted Aqua. Before Mr Tomorrow could tell her to stand down she already unleashed a torrent of electric energy from her finger tips. High current electric energy discharged at Scarlet's direction but she managed to dodge fast enough, knowing metal reacting with electricity would severely hurt her. But she wasn't alone fighting, as the rest of her selected henchmen moved in to support her, many of them twice her own age yet willing to put their life on the line to save her.<br/><br/>Not too far away from the scene, the Stalker now had the opportunity he had been for. It was almost as if the universe was responding to his thoughts and had granted his wish for a chance to capture both the 4th and 5th sacrifices from the same place at once. While the authorities were busy trying to deal with the Red Faction, the crowd had gotten out of control as he moved in towards where Jessica, Shiloh and Portia were located. His accomplice wasn't too far behind and soon he would be able to snatch both girls or at least that was the plan.<br/><br/>Approaching closer, he stopped midway to wait for the three to find a way out of the crowd themselves. This would be somewhat tricky to accomplish, as he had never abducted two people at once before. That boy however could pose a problem but he wasn't going to let him get in the way of having Jessica. The other girl was a bonus but the main target was Jessica, whom he had been chasing for a while now.<br/><br/>As he saw them disperse from the crowd he greeted them with a friendly wave. His appearance was quite highlighting, as he was wearing a clown mask along with what appeared to be a 19th century styled English suit along with a set of old fashioned white gloves. Realizing that they must be confused as to who he was he decided to break the ice, particularly towards Jessica.<br/><br/>''Oh my sweet Jessica, how long I have waited for this day to come!'' he bellowed in a high pitched and eerily disturbing voice. His exclamation was followed by an erratic movement from his arms and it was clear that he was bursting with excitement upon seeing her.<br/><br/>''You and your twin friend here have been chosen to partake in an oh, so glorious ritual of the highest honor, won't you come with us?''<br/><br/>Obviously from the way he was talking it was difficult to understand what he meant, but this clown was the Blonde Jigsaw Killer and he was in search for his last two victims, namely Jessica and Portia, whom he intended to take.<br/>Without waiting for a response black tendrils materialized like smoke out of his back and a small chuckling sound could be heard from behind his mask.<br/><br/>''I'll make the two of you<span style=""font-style: italic"">beautiful</span>!'' he exclaimed once more before the long black tendrils protruding from his back whipped forward at their direction. There were thirteen of them in total, each of them long and potentially deadly. Though the only one he intended to actually kill was Shiloh, as he didn't want to taint the girls whom he intended to murder later. In his twisted mind they had to be kept in 'mint' condition.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">[I had wanted a common enemy for Shiloh and Jessica to take down but a deranged unhuman serial killer/evil clown monster showing up out of the blue to create a rescue mission was a stupid place to leave them which I've come to greatly dislike.]</span>"
1173,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=350,2015-01-15T16:08:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Islamic Republic e Jariri <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=23146423#p23146423"">wrote</a>:</cite>Not too far away from the scene, the Stalker now had the opportunity he had been for. It was almost as if the universe was responding to his thoughts and had granted his wish for a chance to capture both the 4th and 5th sacrifices from the same place at once. While the authorities were busy trying to deal with the Red Faction, the crowd had gotten out of control as he moved in towards where Jessica, Shiloh and Portia were located. His accomplice wasn't too far behind and soon he would be able to snatch both girls or at least that was the plan. <br/><br/>Approaching closer, he stopped midway to wait for the three to find a way out of the crowd themselves. This would be somewhat tricky to accomplish, as he had never abducted two people at once before. That boy however could pose a problem but he wasn't going to let him get in the way of having Jessica. The other girl was a bonus but the main target was Jessica, whom he had been chasing for a while now.<br/><br/>As he saw them disperse from the crowd he greeted them with a friendly wave. His appearance was quite highlighting, as he was wearing a clown mask along with what appeared to be a 19th century styled English suit along with a set of old fashioned white gloves. Realizing that they must be confused as to who he was he decided to break the ice, particularly towards Jessica. <br/><br/>''Oh my sweet Jessica, how long I have waited for this day to come!'' he bellowed in a high pitched and eerily disturbing voice. His exclamation was followed by an erratic movement from his arms and it was clear that he was bursting with excitement upon seeing her. <br/><br/>''You and your twin friend here have been chosen to partake in an oh, so glorious ritual of the highest honor, won't you come with us?''<br/><br/>Obviously from the way he was talking it was difficult to understand what he meant, but this clown was the Blonde Jigsaw Killer and he was in search for his last two victims, namely Jessica and Portia, whom he intended to take. <br/>Without waiting for a response black tendrils materialized like smoke out of his back and a small chuckling sound could be heard from behind his mask. <br/><br/>''I'll make the two of you <span style=""font-style: italic"">beautiful</span>!'' he exclaimed once more before the long black tendrils protruding from his back whipped forward at their direction. There were thirteen of them in total, each of them long and potentially deadly. Though the only one he intended to actually kill was Shiloh, as he didn't want to taint the girls whom he intended to murder later. In his twisted mind they had to be kept in 'mint' condition.</div></blockquote><br/>Jessica had no idea who this joker was, but immediately she found herself disliking him. The fact he knew her name and he was giggling like a madman was not a good sign. She assumed Shiloh might be able to take care of himself, so she decided to put herself between this madman and Portia, as she didn't know if the little girl had any powers or if she could protect herself. Her face had a look of determination and anger as she gained an aura of fire. ""I don't know who you are buddy, but I do not need to be made ""beautiful"" by you."" She said as she blasted the tendrils nearest her with a fireball, her anger adding fuel to the metaphorical and literal fire. ""And she is not my twin! We're not even the same fucking age!"""
1174,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=350,2015-01-19T15:29:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Kyle's sudden panic concerning the time before their movie started struck Alice as exceptionally funny. As she processed more appropriate thoughts for this situation, her sister Natalia informed her that a large event was being held at the City Hall. She didn't care however, as she was busy with her date. Her very first, and her best so far.<br/><br/>""That only means we're perfect for each other, right?"" said Alice gleefully, taking her fork again and finishing the last of her cheesecake. It was gone now. And after she wiped her mouth with some tissue, she smiled. ""Perhaps now we should head for the theatre? There's nothing more for us to do here... And I'm really excited to see that movie!""<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Shiloh Haverfield / Portia Damon-Cowles / Timothy Allencourt / Zachary Foster, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Timothy had been watching from the mayor's office as the unveiling went on. These supers would be his key to holding all of Washington, or at least just the Underworld. Stamping out all the other nosy factions was his ultimate plan. But he had not expected them to attack so early. It was foolish. He saw the explosion go off, and Zachary didn't even flinch. Timothy rolled his eyes. He had temporarily forgotten his role, after that speech probably melted his brain, if he even had one.<br/><br/>From where he was, he recognized that girl from before. A cocky newcomer to the Underworld. He disliked her already, simply because of her recklessness. She couldn't possibly defeat the Washington Elite and his own henchmen at the same time, though right now, dispatching someone to get rid of this girl was out of the question. They could easily take out the Scarlet Diamond, but they would risk getting Timothy caught. He didn't want to make his presence known just yet. Back at the stage, Zachary continued to look around for an opening, tempted to lash out at this girl. He wanted to hit her when she lunged for him. He could already imagine the look of pain and shock on her face when she felt his fist against her face.<br/><br/>Zach looked up at the window where the Ace was standing, and saw him gesturing. With a nod, Zach darted out of there with his personal guard surrounding him. All of them were members of the Ace's faction, which seemed to be only growing larger and more powerful, with most of them being shapeshifters like their leader was.<br/><br/>As people ran past him, Shiloh could only watch. He didn't let go of Portia's hand. Both he and Portia saw the man waving at them from another end of the chaos. At the first step he took, Shiloh moved in front of Portia immediately, but Jessica was already attacking. Yet he kept where he was, knowing that Portia didn't have powers, could get lost, and wouldn't be able to defend herself. She enforced what Jessica said however, pointing at the weirdo.<br/><br/>""Yeah! CREEP!"" she yelled, making Shiloh giggle. The tendrils didn't get very close as they were stopped by large amounts of fire once they were in range. Portia flinched, but she knew her knight in shining armour would gladly protect her."
1175,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=350,2015-01-27T19:18:00,Islamic Republic e Jariri,"<blockquote class=""uncited""><div>Jessica had no idea who this joker was, but immediately she found herself disliking him. The fact he knew her name and he was giggling like a madman was not a good sign. She assumed Shiloh might be able to take care of himself, so she decided to put herself between this madman and Portia, as she didn't know if the little girl had any powers or if she could protect herself. Her face had a look of determination and anger as she gained an aura of fire. ""I don't know who you are buddy, but I do not need to be made ""beautiful"" by you."" She said as she blasted the tendrils nearest her with a fireball, her anger adding fuel to the metaphorical and literal fire. ""And she is not my twin! We're not even the same fucking age!""</div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Shiloh Haverfield / Portia Damon-Cowles / Timothy Allencourt / Zachary Foster, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Timothy had been watching from the mayor's office as the unveiling went on. These supers would be his key to holding all of Washington, or at least just the Underworld. Stamping out all the other nosy factions was his ultimate plan. But he had not expected them to attack so early. It was foolish. He saw the explosion go off, and Zachary didn't even flinch. Timothy rolled his eyes. He had temporarily forgotten his role, after that speech probably melted his brain, if he even had one. <br/><br/>From where he was, he recognized that girl from before. A cocky newcomer to the Underworld. He disliked her already, simply because of her recklessness. She couldn't possibly defeat the Washington Elite and his own henchmen at the same time, though right now, dispatching someone to get rid of this girl was out of the question. They could easily take out the Scarlet Diamond, but they would risk getting Timothy caught. He didn't want to make his presence known just yet. Back at the stage, Zachary continued to look around for an opening, tempted to lash out at this girl. He wanted to hit her when she lunged for him. He could already imagine the look of pain and shock on her face when she felt his fist against her face. <br/><br/>Zach looked up at the window where the Ace was standing, and saw him gesturing. With a nod, Zach darted out of there with his personal guard surrounding him. All of them were members of the Ace's faction, which seemed to be only growing larger and more powerful, with most of them being shapeshifters like their leader was. <br/><br/>As people ran past him, Shiloh could only watch. He didn't let go of Portia's hand. Both he and Portia saw the man waving at them from another end of the chaos. At the first step he took, Shiloh moved in front of Portia immediately, but Jessica was already attacking. Yet he kept where he was, knowing that Portia didn't have powers, could get lost, and wouldn't be able to defend herself. She enforced what Jessica said however, pointing at the weirdo.<br/><br/>""Yeah! CREEP!"" she yelled, making Shiloh giggle. The tendrils didn't get very close as they were stopped by large amounts of fire once they were in range. Portia flinched, but she knew her knight in shining armor would gladly protect her.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The man in the clown mask momentarily froze in place, his arms no longer moving around erratically but remaining still and even though his facial expression couldn't be seen he appeared to be taken aback by the rejection. But then almost as instantly as he stopped moving he started stuttering which then turned into outright snickering. It was clear whoever this person was, he wasn't the most stable of all individuals.<br/><br/>''Its appears neither of you will listen to reason... oh dear, oh no. Well then now that I at least<span style=""font-style: italic"">tried</span>playing diplomacy I can take you both by<span style=""font-style: italic"">force</span>if I want to. But I promise, it will be<span style=""font-style: italic"">fun</span>!'' he shrieked in a high pitched voice that would have been stand up comedy gold had it been applied under a differing context.<br/><br/>The tendrils evaporated into smoke upon contact with Shiloh's fire but this didn't seem to cause him any pain as they quickly grew back, this time more numbered than before. This time he lunged forward going on the full offensive and perfectly syncing in the chaos unfolding around him. And he was now targeting Shiloh to get him out of the way.<br/><br/>Two of the tendrils lifted his entire body up into the air as he hopped over the flame barrier Shiloh had set up and before landing back on the ground he already sent another two at the boy's direction as they coiled over and entrapped his legs together before being forcefully pulled against the ground.<br/><br/>''Stupid boy!'' sneered the clown as another set of tendrils wrapped around his arms and hoisted him upwards before launching him into the air and throwing him towards the direction of the stage where 'the Mayor' had been giving his speech earlier. Plus the camera recording the speech had been left on while the TV crew fled the scene, meaning Shiloh's landing into the scene had just been broadcast to every household in the city.<br/><br/>''With that pest out of the way, you'll come with me now,'' beckoned the clowned man as he rather overconfidently wrapped a dark black tendril across Jessica's right arm, intending to drag her towards him and then catch Portia."
1176,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=350,2015-01-28T01:24:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Islamic Republic e Jariri <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=23296309#p23296309"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>Jessica had no idea who this joker was, but immediately she found herself disliking him. The fact he knew her name and he was giggling like a madman was not a good sign. She assumed Shiloh might be able to take care of himself, so she decided to put herself between this madman and Portia, as she didn't know if the little girl had any powers or if she could protect herself. Her face had a look of determination and anger as she gained an aura of fire. ""I don't know who you are buddy, but I do not need to be made ""beautiful"" by you."" She said as she blasted the tendrils nearest her with a fireball, her anger adding fuel to the metaphorical and literal fire. ""And she is not my twin! We're not even the same fucking age!""</div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Shiloh Haverfield / Portia Damon-Cowles / Timothy Allencourt / Zachary Foster, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Timothy had been watching from the mayor's office as the unveiling went on. These supers would be his key to holding all of Washington, or at least just the Underworld. Stamping out all the other nosy factions was his ultimate plan. But he had not expected them to attack so early. It was foolish. He saw the explosion go off, and Zachary didn't even flinch. Timothy rolled his eyes. He had temporarily forgotten his role, after that speech probably melted his brain, if he even had one. <br/><br/>From where he was, he recognized that girl from before. A cocky newcomer to the Underworld. He disliked her already, simply because of her recklessness. She couldn't possibly defeat the Washington Elite and his own henchmen at the same time, though right now, dispatching someone to get rid of this girl was out of the question. They could easily take out the Scarlet Diamond, but they would risk getting Timothy caught. He didn't want to make his presence known just yet. Back at the stage, Zachary continued to look around for an opening, tempted to lash out at this girl. He wanted to hit her when she lunged for him. He could already imagine the look of pain and shock on her face when she felt his fist against her face. <br/><br/>Zach looked up at the window where the Ace was standing, and saw him gesturing. With a nod, Zach darted out of there with his personal guard surrounding him. All of them were members of the Ace's faction, which seemed to be only growing larger and more powerful, with most of them being shapeshifters like their leader was. <br/><br/>As people ran past him, Shiloh could only watch. He didn't let go of Portia's hand. Both he and Portia saw the man waving at them from another end of the chaos. At the first step he took, Shiloh moved in front of Portia immediately, but Jessica was already attacking. Yet he kept where he was, knowing that Portia didn't have powers, could get lost, and wouldn't be able to defend herself. She enforced what Jessica said however, pointing at the weirdo.<br/><br/>""Yeah! CREEP!"" she yelled, making Shiloh giggle. The tendrils didn't get very close as they were stopped by large amounts of fire once they were in range. Portia flinched, but she knew her knight in shining armor would gladly protect her.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The man in the clown mask momentarily froze in place, his arms no longer moving around erratically but remaining still and even though his facial expression couldn't be seen he appeared to be taken aback by the rejection. But then almost as instantly as he stopped moving he started stuttering which then turned into outright snickering. It was clear whoever this person was, he wasn't the most stable of all individuals. <br/><br/>''Its appears neither of you will listen to reason... oh dear, oh no. Well then now that I at least <span style=""font-style: italic"">tried</span> playing diplomacy I can take you both by <span style=""font-style: italic"">force</span> if I want to. But I promise, it will be <span style=""font-style: italic"">fun</span>!'' he shrieked in a high pitched voice that would have been stand up comedy gold had it been applied under a differing context. <br/><br/>The tendrils evaporated into smoke upon contact with Shiloh's fire but this didn't seem to cause him any pain as they quickly grew back, this time more numbered than before. This time he lunged forward going on the full offensive and perfectly syncing in the chaos unfolding around him. And he was now targeting Shiloh to get him out of the way. <br/><br/>Two of the tendrils lifted his entire body up into the air as he hopped over the flame barrier Shiloh had set up and before landing back on the ground he already sent another two at the boy's direction as they coiled over and entrapped his legs together before being forcefully pulled against the ground. <br/><br/>''Stupid boy!'' sneered the clown as another set of tendrils wrapped around his arms and hoisted him upwards before launching him into the air and throwing him towards the direction of the stage where 'the Mayor' had been giving his speech earlier. Plus the camera recording the speech had been left on while the TV crew fled the scene, meaning Shiloh's landing into the scene had just been broadcast to every household in the city. <br/><br/>''With that pest out of the way, you'll come with me now,'' beckoned the clowned man as he rather overconfidently wrapped a dark black tendril across Jessica's right arm, intending to drag her towards him and then catch Portia.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Damnit!</span>She thought as Shiloh was thrown.<span style=""font-style: italic"">I hope he's okay...</span>Refocusing on the creep attacking her, her anger caused her aura of flames to increase in intensity. She glared at the man, rage in her eyes.<span style=""font-style: italic"">What kind of sick bastard tosses a child around like that.</span>""You just made a big mistake asshole. Now I'm really mad."" As she was grabbed by the tendril, she grabbed the appendage back. ""I'm not going anywhere you freak."" She replied, tugging sharply on the tendril with superhuman strength. ""You're going to come to me!"" She used her limited earth powers to create a root of earth to the ground, so her feet couldn't be pulled."
1177,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=350,2015-02-03T06:06:00,Kylantha,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Shiloh Haverfield / Portia Damon-Cowles, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Shiloh was indeed quite surprised as he was hurled through the air against the large stage. It hurt, of course. The wooden stage was smashed beneath him when he collided with it. He felt like a few bones were broken, but he forced himself up, hurrying back to where Jessica and Portia was, but as he was running in a different direction from the fleeing crowds, he was easily hit by someone who didn't even care to look back. Shiloh was knocked down and forced to stay that way until the people moving around had stopped. Through all the stirring, people seemed to notice that there was a child under all the feet, but could do nothing other than scream and try to hold other people back.<br/><br/>Portia had been forced to let go of Shiloh's hand that moment he was grabbed and thrown off over the crowd. She moved closer to Jessica, because she had no powers. Her bodyguards weren't around, either. She felt helpless... But as Jessica was holding out, she called for help. Actually, just Shiloh's name. Everyone seemed to be avoiding the weird man and Jessica."
1178,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=375,2015-04-21T05:51:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=23197339#p23197339"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Kyle's sudden panic concerning the time before their movie started struck Alice as exceptionally funny. As she processed more appropriate thoughts for this situation, her sister Natalia informed her that a large event was being held at the City Hall. She didn't care however, as she was busy with her date. Her very first, and her best so far. <br/><br/>""That only means we're perfect for each other, right?"" said Alice gleefully, taking her fork again and finishing the last of her cheesecake. It was gone now. And after she wiped her mouth with some tissue, she smiled. ""Perhaps now we should head for the theatre? There's nothing more for us to do here... And I'm really excited to see that movie!""</div></blockquote><br/>Kyle smiled, about to get up when he remembered something. ""We do have to pay the bill."" He said. ""I mean, we'd get in trouble if we left now or something."" He said. He quickly waved to a nearby waiter who came over to them. He asked for the bill and shortly got it, then he paid, resisting the urge to gulp as he saw it. It was worth it for Alice. He then got up and stood next to Alice. ""So. Ready to got then?"" He offered his hand to help her up, though it was more of an excuse to let him hold her hand as they walked."
1179,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=375,2015-05-13T02:42:00,Kylantha,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>""Oh!"" giggled Alice sweetly, waiting for Kyle. ""Of course. I nearly forgot. That wouldn't be very lawful.""<br/><br/>Once finished, the waiter received their payment, Kyle held his hand out for Alice to take. They'd now be heading to the theatre nearby. Though Alice seemed frozen, arms folded up against her chest as she looked down at Kyle's hand. It seemed she was in a deep state of bliss. She had felt this before, many times.. But only when she began speaking to Kyle.<br/><br/>""Y-Yes, I'm ready... Kyle Gardener."" she nodded, grasping his hand. Surprisingly, her grip wasn't as tight as before. The female synthetic couldn't help but let out a gleeful laugh as they continued on. Her first date was going very very well."
1180,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=375,2015-05-13T04:10:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kylantha <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=24545680#p24545680"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>""Oh!"" giggled Alice sweetly, waiting for Kyle. ""Of course. I nearly forgot. That wouldn't be very lawful.""<br/><br/>Once finished, the waiter received their payment, Kyle held his hand out for Alice to take. They'd now be heading to the theatre nearby. Though Alice seemed frozen, arms folded up against her chest as she looked down at Kyle's hand. It seemed she was in a deep state of bliss. She had felt this before, many times.. But only when she began speaking to Kyle. <br/><br/>""Y-Yes, I'm ready... Kyle Gardener."" she nodded, grasping his hand. Surprisingly, her grip wasn't as tight as before. The female synthetic couldn't help but let out a gleeful laugh as they continued on. Her first date was going very very well.</div></blockquote><br/>He chuckled. ""Indeed. We don't want to get in trouble on our first date.<br/><br/>Kyle smiled as he walked with her, feeling his heart soar. This felt nice, perfect in fact. Unlike his time spent with the Queen afraid of her, constantly scared she might tear him apart at a moments notice, but with Alice there wasn't a care in the world. It was just her and him and happiness.<br/><br/>He reached the theater, checking he watch to confirm they were indeed just a little early, and in perfect time to get things like popcorn and soda. He led her to the snacks counter, getting a large popcorn for them to share. ""Do you want any drinks? They serve K-cola, Blue Burst, Spazklez..."" He listed the brands, speaking and waiting for Alice to stop him. Though he didn't think that perhaps she might not know what those were. When he realised this he blushed. ""Umm... I can recommend something if you like?"""
1181,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=375,2015-05-13T05:01:00,Kylantha,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Finally at the theatre, Alice was mesmerized by the large neon sign announcing the movies that were to be shown this evening. She smiled softly, and very nearly walked right in. But she noticed that Kyle wasn't anywhere near her, so in a few seconds of panic looked around until she saw her new boyfriend at the snack bar counter. Alice rushed over, wrapping both her arms around his. The woman behind the desk was startled by the sudden movement in front of her, but regained her stance, smiling nervously. As Kyle noted all the brands and kinds of soda that Alice could try, all she did was stare at the bright menu.<br/><br/>Alice placed a finger on her chin and hummed softly. ""What do you suggest I have, Kyle Gardener?"" she asked. Indeed, she had no idea what those other things were. So she figured that the best thing to do was try was Kyle liked."
1182,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=375,2015-05-14T05:07:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kylantha <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=24546173#p24546173"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Finally at the theatre, Alice was mesmerized by the large neon sign announcing the movies that were to be shown this evening. She smiled softly, and very nearly walked right in. But she noticed that Kyle wasn't anywhere near her, so in a few seconds of panic looked around until she saw her new boyfriend at the snack bar counter. Alice rushed over, wrapping both her arms around his. The woman behind the desk was startled by the sudden movement in front of her, but regained her stance, smiling nervously. As Kyle noted all the brands and kinds of soda that Alice could try, all she did was stare at the bright menu. <br/><br/>Alice placed a finger on her chin and hummed softly. ""What do you suggest I have, Kyle Gardener?"" she asked. Indeed, she had no idea what those other things were. So she figured that the best thing to do was try was Kyle liked.</div></blockquote><br/>""Well..."" Kyle grabbed a purple cola, unimaginatively named GrapeSoda and place it with the others, he then grabbed some Sparklez for himself and paid for the food. ""You could have GrapeSoda, I wouldn't think you've tried grape before. If you don't like it you could have my Sparklez instead."" He then walked with Alice holding onto him into the room where the movie was playing, though it had not started yet. He quickly found their seats and sat down with her next to him. He waited for her to sit, ready to put his arm around his girlfriend once she did."
1183,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=375,2015-05-15T08:00:00,Kylantha,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Alice took the cup of purple liquid. Instead of trying right away, her synthetic side, the program within her took over for a moment. Alice analyzed the GrapeSoda, looking into its contents. Once finished and she held in enough data regarding the stuff, she brought the straw between her lips and took a sip. It was rather cold, but not like it would affect her much, anyway. She nodded and hummed again, her right arm around Kyle's left arm. As they walked she remarked after another sip.<br/><br/>""This is actually quite nice."" Alice brought the drink cup away from her face, examining the container itself. ""I just don't like the taste of the straw too much."" she giggled in addition. When they entered the showing room and darkness took over, Alice's night vision did the same. There was nothing on the screen, just... Black. She was compelled to ask Kyle what the matter was. Alice was absolutely mystified. She pointed to the screen. ""Am I missing something, Kyle Gardener?.. I don't see the film."""
1184,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=375,2015-05-16T01:38:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kylantha <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=24570838#p24570838"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>Alice took the cup of purple liquid. Instead of trying right away, her synthetic side, the program within her took over for a moment. Alice analyzed the GrapeSoda, looking into its contents. Once finished and she held in enough data regarding the stuff, she brought the straw between her lips and took a sip. It was rather cold, but not like it would affect her much, anyway. She nodded and hummed again, her right arm around Kyle's left arm. As they walked she remarked after another sip.<br/><br/>""This is actually quite nice."" Alice brought the drink cup away from her face, examining the container itself. ""I just don't like the taste of the straw too much."" she giggled in addition. When they entered the showing room and darkness took over, Alice's night vision did the same. There was nothing on the screen, just... Black. She was compelled to ask Kyle what the matter was. Alice was absolutely mystified. She pointed to the screen. ""Am I missing something, Kyle Gardener?.. I don't see the film.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Oh, we're a little early, so the movie hasn't started yet."" He explained. ""First there will be trailers, promotional material for other movies, and then the regular movie should start."" He kissed her on the cheek. Smiling as he explained things to her further, continuing as if nothing had happened. He just couldn't resist giving his girlfriend a peck on the cheek. ""It'll last about an hour and a bit. Oh and we should probably be quiet when it starts, as other people won't be able to hear. Though you can whisper to me if you want.""<br/><br/>He paused. ""Do you have any questions or anything about the movie?"" He asked, while they waited for it to start."
1185,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=375,2015-05-16T02:11:00,Kylantha,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>""Oh."" Alice brought her palm to her mouth. ""How silly of me."" she giggled, continuing to look around as Kyle explained things. She looked slightly startled when Kyle gave her a kiss on the cheek. Although she couldn't blush after that, she was feeling extraordinarily warm. Her head turned towards Kyle slowly, with a surprised expression. Then she grabbed him, lifting him off his seat and kissing him on the lips. The people behind didn't mind much or even notice, because Kyle wasn't lifted too high.<br/><br/>After the smooch, the trailers started. Alice's kiss lasted about four seconds before she let him go with a satisfied gasp. Then she chuckled sweetly again. ""You're very sweet, Kyle Gardener."""
1186,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=375,2015-05-16T02:22:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kylantha <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=24581352#p24581352"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><br/>""Oh."" Alice brought her palm to her mouth. ""How silly of me."" she giggled, continuing to look around as Kyle explained things. She looked slightly startled when Kyle gave her a kiss on the cheek. Although she couldn't blush after that, she was feeling extraordinarily warm. Her head turned towards Kyle slowly, with a surprised expression. Then she grabbed him, lifting him off his seat and kissing him on the lips. The people behind didn't mind much or even notice, because Kyle wasn't lifted too high.<br/><br/>After the smooch, the trailers started. Alice's kiss lasted about four seconds before she let him go with a satisfied gasp. Then she chuckled sweetly again. ""You're very sweet, Kyle Gardener.""</div></blockquote><br/>Kyle chuckled too, not expecting that. He was pleasantly surprised to say the least, impressed by how easily she had lifted him. He sometimes forgot how strong Alice was. He remembered back to the fight they had, with the very first kiss. He should have known he had met someone as amazing as Alice. He took a drink of his Sparklez and smiled.<br/><br/>""You're even sweeter Alice. You're so sweet i..."" He replied, pausing as he searched for a comparison. Then he gave up. ""Your sweet. And your awesome. And I love you."" He said."
1187,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=375,2015-05-16T02:43:00,Kylantha,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Alice Verlaine, 2027</span></div><br/>""Awww..."" Alice giggled, waving her hand a little. Just then the movie started, and Alice was startled by the flash that came with the movie's explosive intro. Her night vision faded out and deactivated. Alice laughed at herself, though quietly as Kyle had advised. Her eyes then remained on the screen, having forgotten completely about her drink as she was greatly interested in the film. Moments later, her hand found Kyle's. She didn't take it or anything. It was just... There. On top of his. Cold. Very un-human. But Alice had accepted that already. She couldn't blush. She couldn't shed tears. But that didn't mean she couldn't love.<br/><br/>The film was exciting to say the least, but there was some inaccuracy. It didn't matter to Alice much. She just watched, looking at how similar to her the main character was. Really, he was pretty far. But perhaps an advanced model. Alice began to record shortly after the intro, so she could show this to Natalia."
1188,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=375,2015-05-16T05:08:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kylantha <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=24581433#p24581433"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Alice Verlaine, 2027</span></div><br/>""Awww..."" Alice giggled, waving her hand a little. Just then the movie started, and Alice was startled by the flash that came with the movie's explosive intro. Her night vision faded out and deactivated. Alice laughed at herself, though quietly as Kyle had advised. Her eyes then remained on the screen, having forgotten completely about her drink as she was greatly interested in the film. Moments later, her hand found Kyle's. She didn't take it or anything. It was just... There. On top of his. Cold. Very un-human. But Alice had accepted that already. She couldn't blush. She couldn't shed tears. But that didn't mean she couldn't love.<br/><br/>The film was exciting to say the least, but there was some inaccuracy. It didn't matter to Alice much. She just watched, looking at how similar to her the main character was. Really, he was pretty far. But perhaps an advanced model. Alice began to record shortly after the intro, so she could show this to Natalia.</div></blockquote><br/>Kyle was enjoying himself in the movie. He had seen this before, but it was great seeing it once again. He smiled as he sat, cuddling with Alice. He didn't care if she felt cold, her robotic skin still felt nice against his own, and there was the warm of their love there. He felt unbelievably good with her by his side, like there was nothing to worry about.<br/><br/>""You enjoying the movie?"" He whispered."
1189,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=375,2015-05-16T06:53:00,Kylantha,"<hr/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine</span></span></div><hr/><br/>""Certainly,"" nodded Alice. Her eyes never left the screen. ""It's very... Very nice. I've never seen such a film before. The graphic workings and the equipment are... Excellent. And the main character...<span style=""font-style: italic"">Very</span>lawful."" The synthetic looked about for a second or so, then noticed her drink. With a subtle smile, she picked up the cup and tasted the beverage once more, since the movie she was watching made her forget. You'd think that for a robot, she'd have better memory.. But no. She was something of a scatterbrain, and didn't keep track of where she placed certain bits of data, no matter how important or insignificant.<br/><br/>""He isn't like me at all... What year is this he's in?.. I-I can't comprehend how advanced he is, in terms of technology.""<br/><br/><hr/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Matthew Evans, 2027</span></span></div><hr/><br/>Matt Evans lay in bed, engulfed by a happiness he never thought he'd find. Right next to him, his twin brother Mitchell, who had been quiet for years. And... Thanks to that boy... The one who bore a resemblance to him, literally brought him back. Hands beneath his head, staring at the white ceiling above, Matthew smiled. He turned to his brother who was sound asleep and couldn't help but shed a tear. He was practically the older brother now, having matured mentally. Poor Mitchell was left to catch up to his body. Though his disposition allowed him to accept his situation rather easily. But Matt was just glad that his brother was back. And so was Mia, who preferred to sleep in a room of her own, as she always did. Not that Matt cared, anyway. He loved his brother... He loved his sister... And he loved this day.<br/><br/>But just as he was about to close his eyes and go to sleep, his phone began to ring. That obnoxious ringtone echoed throughout the room, yet Mitch didn't wake up. For a moment, Matthew thought his brother had fallen into a coma again. Panicking because of the phone and his brother, Matt knelt on the bed and shook his twin. But Mitchell stirred, so Matt was assured once again that everything was just fine. He sighed, sifting his fingers through his bright red hair. The phone had stopped ringing, and Matt read the message.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">I have a new lead on the Silver Queen. She might be on the move this moment. Hurry if you want to catch her. I'm at the corner on Unity Street, right across from the furniture store.</blockquote><br/>Reading this, Matt's eyes grew wide. The Silver Queen, his ticket to millions. She was just... Someone everyone wanted. Not for the wrong reasons. Besides the Ace of Hearts, Red King, and the Blackjack, she was most notorious for her crime league within Washington. Carefully yet quickly, he hopped out of bed, out of his jammies, and into something more... Bad-ass.<br/><br/>Within minutes, not in his car, he arrived at the designated rendezvous. His contact stood right there, smoking a cigarette. Matt waved as he approached. ""Hey.. So.. What's that lead you wanted to tell me about?"""
1190,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=375,2015-05-23T07:58:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kylantha <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=24582491#p24582491"">wrote</a>:</cite><hr/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine</span></span></div><hr/><br/>""Certainly,"" nodded Alice. Her eyes never left the screen. ""It's very... Very nice. I've never seen such a film before. The graphic workings and the equipment are... Excellent. And the main character... <span style=""font-style: italic"">Very</span> lawful."" The synthetic looked about for a second or so, then noticed her drink. With a subtle smile, she picked up the cup and tasted the beverage once more, since the movie she was watching made her forget. You'd think that for a robot, she'd have better memory.. But no. She was something of a scatterbrain, and didn't keep track of where she placed certain bits of data, no matter how important or insignificant. <br/><br/>""He isn't like me at all... What year is this he's in?.. I-I can't comprehend how advanced he is, in terms of technology.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Well... He is advanced. He's got all sorts of weapon systems and stuff like that. I'm, not sure what year this is supposed to be exactly. They never really say. "" He replied. He shrugged. ""He's no where near as impressive as you Alice."" He squeezed her hand slightly. ""For one, he would never be able to go on a date like this. And secondly he's not as pretty, smart and wonderful as you.""<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div><hr/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Matthew Evans, 2027</span></span></div><hr/><br/>Matt Evans lay in bed, engulfed by a happiness he never thought he'd find. Right next to him, his twin brother Mitchell, who had been quiet for years. And... Thanks to that boy... The one who bore a resemblance to him, literally brought him back. Hands beneath his head, staring at the white ceiling above, Matthew smiled. He turned to his brother who was sound asleep and couldn't help but shed a tear. He was practically the older brother now, having matured mentally. Poor Mitchell was left to catch up to his body. Though his disposition allowed him to accept his situation rather easily. But Matt was just glad that his brother was back. And so was Mia, who preferred to sleep in a room of her own, as she always did. Not that Matt cared, anyway. He loved his brother... He loved his sister... And he loved this day.<br/><br/>But just as he was about to close his eyes and go to sleep, his phone began to ring. That obnoxious ringtone echoed throughout the room, yet Mitch didn't wake up. For a moment, Matthew thought his brother had fallen into a coma again. Panicking because of the phone and his brother, Matt knelt on the bed and shook his twin. But Mitchell stirred, so Matt was assured once again that everything was just fine. He sighed, sifting his fingers through his bright red hair. The phone had stopped ringing, and Matt read the message.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">I have a new lead on the Silver Queen. She might be on the move this moment. Hurry if you want to catch her. I'm at the corner on Unity Street, right across from the furniture store.</blockquote><br/>Reading this, Matt's eyes grew wide. The Silver Queen, his ticket to millions. She was just... Someone everyone wanted. Not for the wrong reasons. Besides the Ace of Hearts, Red King, and the Blackjack, she was most notorious for her crime league within Washington. Carefully yet quickly, he hopped out of bed, out of his jammies, and into something more... Bad-ass.<br/><br/>Within minutes, not in his car, he arrived at the designated rendezvous. His contact stood right there, smoking a cigarette. Matt waved as he approached. ""Hey.. So.. What's that lead you wanted to tell me about?""</div></blockquote><br/>""Not here."" He spoke, he walked down to an alleyway. The contact seemed nervous and shaky, like he had just seen a ghost. He waited for Matt to join him, then spoke. ""Look Matt. This Queen? She's crazy."" He said, he fished through the pockets of his trenchcoat. ""Those leaked photos of what she did to that one guy? They're just the tip of the iceberg..."" He sighed. ""They seem to be making a big move on several of the crime bosses tonight. But...""<br/><br/>""Man I need your help. These guys have been following me all day! I just managed to loose them before our meeting but they're out to kill me! I don't want to end up like all those freaky stories."" He said. He seemed still composed, yet jittery.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, above the alleyway was a figure, a female. She seemed to be looking downwards from a balcony. Smiling as she watched."
1191,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=375,2015-05-25T01:47:00,Kylantha,"<hr/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Matt Evans, 2027</span></span></div><hr/><br/>Almost as soon as Matt came closer to his informant, the guy drifted off towards an alley. Matthew looked around cautiously before following. It wasn't difficult to notice how uneasy Matthew's contact was. Judging by his disguise alone, one could tell that he absolutely did not want to be noticed.. By anyone. Though the given location allowed Matt to easily distinguish him.<br/><br/>As the informant continued to explain, Matt leaned against the wall behind him. Leaked photos?.. A move against the crime bosses?.. He hadn't heard, as there had been nothing all day but time spent with his siblings. If the police force was supposedly holding an operation against any crime boss, it would be the Queen or someone in her league. The more powerful, influential bosses. And according to what Matthew knew, some crime bosses were unbelievably young. Rich kids, most likely. Brilliant, psychopathic. Control freaks who just can't get enough of wealth. . . Matt scoffed.<br/><br/>The informant then mentioned someone following him, and Matt's eyes grew wide. He became noticeably more tense, his muscles tightening as he looked up and down the alley. He didn't think to look up, even for a moment. ""Well, I haven't seen anyone so far. I don't believe they'd follow you for this long, but I'll keep an eye out. In the meantime, you could stay at our place. My sibs won't mind..."" Then again, Matt felt as though he were being watched. That feeling he got when he walked down the alley to speak with his informant. A chill traveled down his spine, and his pupils dilated. Fear... That's what it was. He slowly tilted his head back and saw.. A smile? What on Earth for?.. Somehow Matt guessed right away... It was her. Was this the feeling she gave off? Is this why everyone was afraid of her? Perhaps not. Because Matthew's expression changed quickly. He shoved the informant forward as his hand was engulfed by darkness from the alleyway, turning it into a claw.<br/><br/>""Get out of here, now!"" he yelled to the contact. ""Let's see just what you mean by 'freaky stories'.""<br/><br/><hr/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><hr/><br/>While sipping from her drink, Alice couldn't help but smile at Kyle's words. Such a sweet fellow. He squeezed her hand, and Alice set her cup down and giggled. She didn't know what to say, so she just grabbed Kyle again and gave him a hug. This time the people behind noticed. One of them leaned forward and shushed, only to be met by a revolver in his face. Alice's eyes flashed red, and a static noise seemed to be coming from her.<br/><br/>""This is the Police! Put your... Hand... Hands up!"" she yelled at the man, cocking the revolver's hammer. Her head twitched, and sparks jumped off what looked to be a loose joint behind her head. Her disguise fluctuated."
1192,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=375,2015-05-25T02:28:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kylantha <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=24688952#p24688952"">wrote</a>:</cite><hr/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Matt Evans, 2027</span></span></div><hr/><br/>Almost as soon as Matt came closer to his informant, the guy drifted off towards an alley. Matthew looked around cautiously before following. It wasn't difficult to notice how uneasy Matthew's contact was. Judging by his disguise alone, one could tell that he absolutely did not want to be noticed.. By anyone. Though the given location allowed Matt to easily distinguish him.<br/><br/>As the informant continued to explain, Matt leaned against the wall behind him. Leaked photos?.. A move against the crime bosses?.. He hadn't heard, as there had been nothing all day but time spent with his siblings. If the police force was supposedly holding an operation against any crime boss, it would be the Queen or someone in her league. The more powerful, influential bosses. And according to what Matthew knew, some crime bosses were unbelievably young. Rich kids, most likely. Brilliant, psychopathic. Control freaks who just can't get enough of wealth. . . Matt scoffed.<br/><br/>The informant then mentioned someone following him, and Matt's eyes grew wide. He became noticeably more tense, his muscles tightening as he looked up and down the alley. He didn't think to look up, even for a moment. ""Well, I haven't seen anyone so far. I don't believe they'd follow you for this long, but I'll keep an eye out. In the meantime, you could stay at our place. My sibs won't mind..."" Then again, Matt felt as though he were being watched. That feeling he got when he walked down the alley to speak with his informant. A chill traveled down his spine, and his pupils dilated. Fear... That's what it was. He slowly tilted his head back and saw.. A smile? What on Earth for?.. Somehow Matt guessed right away... It was her. Was this the feeling she gave off? Is this why everyone was afraid of her? Perhaps not. Because Matthew's expression changed quickly. He shoved the informant forward as his hand was engulfed by darkness from the alleyway, turning it into a claw.<br/><br/>""Get out of here, now!"" he yelled to the contact. ""Let's see just what you mean by 'freaky stories'.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Oh, you're good."" She spoke. She flipped off the railing and landed in the next balcony with unnerving speed, then took the jump from there. She briefly turned her body to metal so she could absorb the shock. She stood in front of the contact, who had fallen over. She giggled as he did so. She was calm, in control and tardy, though ready to move if need be. ""I think I like that...""<br/><br/>""Don't bother with the crap coming out of this cowards mouth. All of it is false fed information. I have no intention of killing the fool."" The Silver Queen said. ""You see... I don't care about him. I care about you. Let's just say... I'm intrigued."" She explained. She sent a knife flying towards Matt. A test. She wanted to see how he would react.<br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div><hr/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><hr/><br/>While sipping from her drink, Alice couldn't help but smile at Kyle's words. Such a sweet fellow. He squeezed her hand, and Alice set her cup down and giggled. She didn't know what to say, so she just grabbed Kyle again and gave him a hug. This time the people behind noticed. One of them leaned forward and shushed, only to be met by a revolver in his face. Alice's eyes flashed red, and a static noise seemed to be coming from her.<br/><br/>""This is the Police! Put your... Hand... Hands up!"" she yelled at the man, cocking the revolver's hammer. Her head twitched, and sparks jumped off what looked to be a loose joint behind her head. Her disguise fluctuated.</div></blockquote><br/>""Alice no!"" He spoke. He floated back towards the man quickly and grabbed the revolver with his hands while pushing the man away with air. He put himself in the path of the gun. He felt a twinge of fear and realised he might not be able to avoid a bullet at this range. He might be able to stop it with his air powers, but he'd only be able to slow it a little. He pushed down fear and stared Alice in the eyes, ""Don't do this, You're not in any threat. No laws have been broken. You're safe."" He spoke soothingly. People were starting to panic and move away from Alice. He put his hands around the had holding the gun. ""Don't shoot these people Alice please."""
1193,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=375,2015-05-25T03:06:00,Kylantha,"<hr/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><hr/><br/>And all of a sudden, Alice's eyes flashed again, replaced with a more vibrant color. More suited for her. She blinked, seeing the revolver and Kyle's hands around it. People panicked, running straight out the theatre. Alice dropped the revolver to the floor, and her hand flew to her chest as she turned to Kyle with a panicked expression. It wasn't because of the gun.<br/><br/>""Oh, Dear... Kyle... It must have been the film... I thought it was all action. You didn't tell me there was horror to it."" she said, disregarding the fact that she'd been pointing a revolver at her boyfriend. When she turned around, she saw the movie again, playing. ""Everyone's gone now... I seem to have missed a scene. Did it scare you as well, Kyle Gardener?"" Though a moment passed, and Kyle didn't respond. Alice turned around, frowning. Kyle looked... Nervous?.. Alice brushed up against him with a concerned look on his face. She might have blacked out while watching the film, but because she wanted to see what the scary scene held, she looked back into her memory bank and saw... She suddenly stepped away from Kyle, hands over her mouth.<br/><br/>""I... What happened?.. Did I..?"" Alice stuttered, looking around. The film wasn't frightening at all. She was. The gun between her and Kyle... It reminded Alice that she wasn't perfect, and that she wasn't human. After all, she thought that she had gotten over it.. But how could she ever be normal... If she wasn't? That was a fact she couldn't escape. Covering her face, Alice began to produce... Strangely realistic crying noises. There were no tears, but she sounded very sad.<br/><br/>""I'm sorry..."" she said between sobs, ""I'm so sorry... How could I ever... Have thought... That I could be normal?""<br/><br/><hr/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Matthew Evans, 2027</span></span></div><hr/><br/>All Matt did as the Silver Queen hopped from one balcony to the next was follow... With his eyes. He wrinkled his nose, and a look of anger appeared as she landed in front of his informant. Though she referred to him as a coward, and confessed that she wasn't going to kill him, after all.. Matthew stood stout, facing her. This was his chance. Though the police told him that he was in for a suicide mission, he had a feeling... He could overcome her. Perhaps his confidence had gone over his head too far. ""Intrigued?"" Matt repeated what she said, standing his ground. His contact was on the cold ground, hands over his head, trembling violently in fear. When he looked towards the Queen, there was a white flash as light reflected off the knife's side.<br/><br/>Matt coolly raised his arm in front of his face, and the knife was embedded into his arm, covered by darkness in it's purest, solid form. It was then slowly torn apart by multiple tiny arms that emerged from the claw itself.<br/><br/>His expression of contempt... Anger.. Didn't leave his face. It was anger for himself, for not coming prepared, and for his contact, who had tripped at the worst moment possible. ""I don't want to fight you... But I will if you force me. All I need is to catch you, anyway."" Matt said rather arrogantly, swiping his claw to the side in a battle stance."
1194,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=375,2015-05-25T03:29:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kylantha <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=24689318#p24689318"">wrote</a>:</cite><hr/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><hr/><br/>And all of a sudden, Alice's eyes flashed again, replaced with a more vibrant color. More suited for her. She blinked, seeing the revolver and Kyle's hands around it. People panicked, running straight out the theatre. Alice dropped the revolver to the floor, and her hand flew to her chest as she turned to Kyle with a panicked expression. It wasn't because of the gun. <br/><br/>""Oh, Dear... Kyle... It must have been the film... I thought it was all action. You didn't tell me there was horror to it."" she said, disregarding the fact that she'd been pointing a revolver at her boyfriend. When she turned around, she saw the movie again, playing. ""Everyone's gone now... I seem to have missed a scene. Did it scare you as well, Kyle Gardener?"" Though a moment passed, and Kyle didn't respond. Alice turned around, frowning. Kyle looked... Nervous?.. Alice brushed up against him with a concerned look on his face. She might have blacked out while watching the film, but because she wanted to see what the scary scene held, she looked back into her memory bank and saw... She suddenly stepped away from Kyle, hands over her mouth.<br/><br/>""I... What happened?.. Did I..?"" Alice stuttered, looking around. The film wasn't frightening at all. She was. The gun between her and Kyle... It reminded Alice that she wasn't perfect, and that she wasn't human. After all, she thought that she had gotten over it.. But how could she ever be normal... If she wasn't? That was a fact she couldn't escape. Covering her face, Alice began to produce... Strangely realistic crying noises. There were no tears, but she sounded very sad.<br/><br/>""I'm sorry..."" she said between sobs, ""I'm so sorry... How could I ever... Have thought... That I could be normal?""</div></blockquote><br/>Kyle sighed. He hated the idea of his girlfriend crying. It was so horrible to even think about. It was what she was doing now though. It was more concerning than when he had a gun to his chest. He steeled himself and took her arm. He sat her down. ""Come on... the movie only has a few minutes left. The cops won't be here by then and I can speed you out."" he smiled. ""Alice. I know being normal is important to you. But I don't care if you're strange. Or different. Sure it can be scary, but... I think I can deal with that for the good stuff. Like... well you."" He said. ""But. If you want to be normal. Then just know that your normal enough for me. And if that's not sufficent I'll support you to becoming as normal as you want to be. We can find a way...""<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div><hr/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Matthew Evans, 2027</span></span></div><hr/><br/>All Matt did as the Silver Queen hopped from one balcony to the next was follow... With his eyes. He wrinkled his nose, and a look of anger appeared as she landed in front of his informant. Though she referred to him as a coward, and confessed that she wasn't going to kill him, after all.. Matthew stood stout, facing her. This was his chance. Though the police told him that he was in for a suicide mission, he had a feeling... He could overcome her. Perhaps his confidence had gone over his head too far. ""Intrigued?"" Matt repeated what she said, standing his ground. His contact was on the cold ground, hands over his head, trembling violently in fear. When he looked towards the Queen, there was a white flash as light reflected off the knife's side.<br/><br/>Matt coolly raised his arm in front of his face, and the knife was embedded into his arm, covered by darkness in it's purest, solid form. It was then slowly torn apart by multiple tiny arms that emerged from the claw itself.<br/><br/>His expression of contempt... Anger.. Didn't leave his face. It was anger for himself, for not coming prepared, and for his contact, who had tripped at the worst moment possible. ""I don't want to fight you... But I will if you force me. All I need is to catch you, anyway."" Matt said rather arrogantly, swiping his claw to the side in a battle stance.</div></blockquote><br/>""And therein lies the problem."" She spoke. Quicksilver grinned wider as he blocked her attack. She ripped the nearest balcony railings out, using them to form a metal blob. ""I kind of what to fight you."" She spoke. ""It's not because I don't like you. Far from it. You're by far the most interesting... and perhaps one of the more handsome individuals sent after me."" Two knives formed from the metal. ""But if you truly wish to prospone the inevitable, you could surrender and I could take you to my lair for a little... fun?"" What she meant by fun this time was... strangely ambiguous. She giggled. ""Come on. Stop being so grumpy and have some fun."""
1195,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=375,2015-05-25T05:08:00,Kylantha,"<hr/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><hr/><br/>The sounds of the film seemed to be drowned out by Alice's own sobbing. Though she couldn't shut out Kyle's voice. For some reason it could reach out to her, and she didn't resist as she was led back to her seat.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Last few minutes to the film</span>. Then they'd be off, because for certain, those people would have called the police. Alice faltered, sighed.<br/><br/>""Thank you... I do want to try..."" she said, beginning to pay attention to the movie once more. An epic battle between the protagonist and the main antagonist had commenced. Flashy special effects were in full effect. ""I'm glad you're here Kyle... You've literally changed my life. Before I met you, I felt that becoming normal... Human... Was harder than it appeared. With you here, though... I feel as though it's much closer. Within arm's reach. Still, I need to work towards it..""<br/><br/>She looked up at Kyle, close up to his side, looking pitiful though there was something of a smile on her face. ""I love you..""<br/><br/><hr/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Matthew Evans, 2027</span></span></div><hr/><br/>Matt continued to keep alert as the Silver Queen continued. She was just as absurd as the reports had described her, also scary, but when did Matt ever get frightened to the point of caving in? He took a battle stance once more as the Silver Queen incorporated a pair of railings into her next attack. And what she said caught him off guard. He looked surprised for a second, then he went back to being battle-ready though he was red in his face. ""I-I.. You're trying to throw me off, aren't you?"" he held his claw in front of his face and gritted his teeth. Her ruse, if it was one, was fairly effective. Matt couldn't allow himself to be caught up in anymore of her traps. Perhaps... By intriguing... She meant he was a huge threat to her, which was why she was here now... To kill him. Matt grinned.<span style=""font-style: italic"">No, I can't let her do that</span>...<br/><br/>""Alright..."" Matt pointed at the Silver Queen with his claw. This guy must have a death wish. ""Let's get to it then. I've been waiting to see if you're just as strong as people say you are."" And with this, he lunged forward and swiped from top down once he was close enough. He was quick, yet at the same time reckless... As always."
1196,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=375,2015-05-25T05:27:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kylantha <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=24689929#p24689929"">wrote</a>:</cite><hr/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><hr/><br/>The sounds of the film seemed to be drowned out by Alice's own sobbing. Though she couldn't shut out Kyle's voice. For some reason it could reach out to her, and she didn't resist as she was led back to her seat. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Last few minutes to the film</span>. Then they'd be off, because for certain, those people would have called the police. Alice faltered, sighed. <br/><br/>""Thank you... I do want to try..."" she said, beginning to pay attention to the movie once more. An epic battle between the protagonist and the main antagonist had commenced. Flashy special effects were in full effect. ""I'm glad you're here Kyle... You've literally changed my life. Before I met you, I felt that becoming normal... Human... Was harder than it appeared. With you here, though... I feel as though it's much closer. Within arm's reach. Still, I need to work towards it..""<br/><br/>She looked up at Kyle, close up to his side, looking pitiful though there was something of a smile on her face. ""I love you..""</div></blockquote><br/>'I love you too Alice."" He spoke, he cuddled up next to her. He put a hand around her shoulders. ""I just wished you could see... that you are perfect human or not."" he then sighed, ""I think you're more human than the average person. So if it helps I think you're pretty close too."" He noticed the credits starting to roll. ""Come on. The movies ended... We should leave quickly. Hopefully we can do it just before the police come."" He grabbed her hand and used wind to push them both out of their seats. ""You ready to go?""<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div><hr/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Matthew Evans, 2027</span></span></div><hr/><br/>Matt continued to keep alert as the Silver Queen continued. She was just as absurd as the reports had described her, also scary, but when did Matt ever get frightened to the point of caving in? He took a battle stance once more as the Silver Queen incorporated a pair of railings into her next attack. And what she said caught him off guard. He looked surprised for a second, then he went back to being battle-ready though he was red in his face. ""I-I.. You're trying to throw me off, aren't you?"" he held his claw in front of his face and gritted his teeth. Her ruse, if it was one, was fairly effective. Matt couldn't allow himself to be caught up in anymore of her traps. Perhaps... By intriguing... She meant he was a huge threat to her, which was why she was here now... To kill him. Matt grinned. <span style=""font-style: italic"">No, I can't let her do that</span>...<br/><br/>""Alright..."" Matt pointed at the Silver Queen with his claw. This guy must have a death wish. ""Let's get to it then. I've been waiting to see if you're just as strong as people say you are."" And with this, he lunged forward and swiped from top down once he was close enough. He was quick, yet at the same time reckless... As always.</div></blockquote><br/>Quicksilver cocked her head slightly. ""Maybe,"" She said, shrugging her shoulders. ""I'm not lying. You are rather interesting to me. After all why should I go through all the trouble of arranging this meeting? Plus I wanted to see if you were as hot as your pictures..."" She teased. Suddenly he came at her with an attack, which she managed to sidestep. ""And so the dance begins."" She spoke. She had a massive grin on her face, though it seemed less melific, though likely no less creepy. She giggled out loud, giddy like a schoolgirl. ""I have to say so far I'm not disappointed."" She spoke, She went for a playful jab with her knives to his side."
1197,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=375,2015-05-25T06:04:00,Kylantha,"<hr/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><hr/><br/>""Perfect..."" Alice mumbled. It was something she had been told that no one could ever be, though there was this saying that went, ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Practice makes perfect.</span>"" She sniffled, then nuzzled Kyle. And soon, it was time to go. As she stood up with Kyle, she nodded and released his arm, as she didn't want to be a hindrance. ""I'm ready."" But before she took stance to run, she stood on her toes and gave Kyle a kiss on the cheek. ""I'm sorry... I might have ruined this date. But also, thank you... For being so understanding. I thought all humans were the same, to be honest."" Alice smiled warmly. ""I was wrong.""<br/><br/><hr/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Matthew Evans, 2027</span></span></div><hr/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Hot</span>? Matt thought as the Queen stepped to the side. He blushed, dodged the attack and paused to face her, red and all ruffled up. ""Cut it out!!"" he complained, waving his clawed arm and pointing at her with the other. She continued to tease him with saying she wasn't disappointed. Just what was with her? Matt gritted his teeth again. Were this an anime, there would be one of those cross shaped imprints on his forehead this moment. He continued to blush, completely put off by what the Queen had been saying. Hopefully the informant had gone... Though it seemed he was still there, though now behind Matt, as he passed him when he attacked the Silver Queen.<br/><br/>""Your tricks aren't working... You... You... Metal snake!"" he cawed at her, though it was an obvious lie. He'd been forced into this name-calling state because of her words. No one had flirted this way with him before, and as a kid, always saw girls as kind of gross with their tendency to be lovey-dovey and all that. Mitchell was the same, though more polite.<br/><br/>Matt dashed forth again, but disappeared when a purple shadow appeared in front of him. Then he came up behind the Silver Queen. His claw had turned into something of a bat with studs all over it's surface. ""I'm going to catch you, no matter what!"""
1198,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=375,2015-05-25T18:00:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kylantha <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=24690382#p24690382"">wrote</a>:</cite><hr/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><hr/><br/>""Perfect..."" Alice mumbled. It was something she had been told that no one could ever be, though there was this saying that went, ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Practice makes perfect.</span>"" She sniffled, then nuzzled Kyle. And soon, it was time to go. As she stood up with Kyle, she nodded and released his arm, as she didn't want to be a hindrance. ""I'm ready."" But before she took stance to run, she stood on her toes and gave Kyle a kiss on the cheek. ""I'm sorry... I might have ruined this date. But also, thank you... For being so understanding. I thought all humans were the same, to be honest."" Alice smiled warmly. ""I was wrong.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Dead wrong. You're wrong about that too. No date could be ruined with you."" He said with a smile, though he had to say he was a tad bit disapointed with how it turned out. Alice had cried on their first date, which wasn't a good sign. His worries then melted. His heart still fluttering with the kiss. He grabbed her hand. ""Alright, let's go."" He spoke, using wind to propell them forward as he ran. He made his way to the back exit while making sure that Alice followed him. He ran quite a ways until they were far enough away from the cinema to not be caught by the police. He panted.<br/><br/>""Okay...."" he said, he has breathing heavy. Both using super speed and his wind powers while making sure he didn't leave Alice behind was taxing.<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div><hr/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Matthew Evans, 2027</span></span></div><hr/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Hot</span>? Matt thought as the Queen stepped to the side. He blushed, dodged the attack and paused to face her, red and all ruffled up. ""Cut it out!!"" he complained, waving his clawed arm and pointing at her with the other. She continued to tease him with saying she wasn't disappointed. Just what was with her? Matt gritted his teeth again. Were this an anime, there would be one of those cross shaped imprints on his forehead this moment. He continued to blush, completely put off by what the Queen had been saying. Hopefully the informant had gone... Though it seemed he was still there, though now behind Matt, as he passed him when he attacked the Silver Queen.<br/><br/>""Your tricks aren't working... You... You... Metal snake!"" he cawed at her, though it was an obvious lie. He'd been forced into this name-calling state because of her words. No one had flirted this way with him before, and as a kid, always saw girls as kind of gross with their tendency to be lovey-dovey and all that. Mitchell was the same, though more polite. <br/><br/>Matt dashed forth again, but disappeared when a purple shadow appeared in front of him. Then he came up behind the Silver Queen. His claw had turned into something of a bat with studs all over it's surface. ""I'm going to catch you, no matter what!""</div></blockquote><br/>""Why? You shouldn't be embarased. It's a compliment."" She spoke. Her eyes did widen when he came up behind her. She did not expect that. She just turned around in time to block him with a small disc of metal. She giggled again. ""Wow. That could have hurt..."" She spoke, genuinely surprised. She giggled for a while. ""You must me distracting me with your good looks."" she flirted, then giggled again. ""You really do need to let yourself loose a little... Aren't you enjoying this even a bit?"" she asked. ""This dance? Or is that just me?""<br/><br/>She pushed forward with some force, pushing the bat backwards. She transformed the disc into a short blade and lunged at him."
1199,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=375,2015-05-25T21:22:00,Kylantha,"<hr/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><hr/><br/>""Aww..."" Alice hopped with joy as Kyle took her hand and led her out of the cinema like a bat out of hell. At first, she had trouble catching up, but adjusted to the speed and constant change of direction. When they finally stopped some way away from the cinema, Alice strolled past Kyle. She was staring up and down at a banner.. A circle consisting of three curved arrows with the letters R, H, and A in an upside-down triangle. Alice looked at the back of her palm. One of the logos imprinted on it were this very one. According to her information, she and her siblings were a joint project... Before this one, RHA, backed out.<br/><br/>""Kyle,"" the synthetic girl pointed at the banner. ""In my production manual, it is stated that this particular company was responsible for our more... Human Qualities... Perhaps they can help me?.. Will you?""<br/><br/><hr/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Matthew Evans, 2027</span></span></div><hr/><br/>Matt was beginning to question the Queen's motives. She was able to block his attack, only seconds after she bluntly told him that what she had been saying was a compliment. Even still, with her resisting his weight, Matthew pushed. He looked absolutely flustered, red in the face, and sweating lightly. ""What the hell do you mean?!"" he snarled, pressing further. ""If you aren't trying to catch me off guard to kill me... What the hell are you doing?!""<br/><br/>Then the Queen pushed, and Matt stumbled back. His head was going places... Just not the right ones. He growled.<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Dammit</span>!"" Matt slammed the ground beneath him.<br/><br/>As he fell onto his back, his studded bat turned into a pincer, which he used to grab the disc in the Silver Queen's hands. He threw her over his head and remained still on his back for a second before getting up. Truthfully, he was stressed out. The contact took the opportunity to get up and scamper off. Matt faced the Silver Queen again. He just... Didn't know how to react. Matthew felt embarrassed, humiliated. For once in his life, he had no idea what to do. Though Mitchell might have been able to provide insight. Hell, he might have even been able to tell what was going on here."
1200,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=375,2015-05-31T07:24:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kylantha <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=24700677#p24700677"">wrote</a>:</cite><hr/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><hr/><br/>""Aww..."" Alice hopped with joy as Kyle took her hand and led her out of the cinema like a bat out of hell. At first, she had trouble catching up, but adjusted to the speed and constant change of direction. When they finally stopped some way away from the cinema, Alice strolled past Kyle. She was staring up and down at a banner.. A circle consisting of three curved arrows with the letters R, H, and A in an upside-down triangle. Alice looked at the back of her palm. One of the logos imprinted on it were this very one. According to her information, she and her siblings were a joint project... Before this one, RHA, backed out.<br/><br/>""Kyle,"" the synthetic girl pointed at the banner. ""In my production manual, it is stated that this particular company was responsible for our more... Human Qualities... Perhaps they can help me?.. Will you?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Help you find them? Sure! Should be decently simple given my contacts."" He replied as he walked forward. He pulled Alice a little closer, feeling her android body against his. He felt both safer with her around (who wouldn't?) and like he could help her. He smiled. ""The only problem is I'm starting a new life and all, so I'll have to be decently clever about this... wouldn't want any of my dirty past to come back to haunt the both of us... Hmmm...""<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Kylantha <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=24700677#p24700677"">wrote</a>:</cite><hr/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Matthew Evans, 2027</span></span></div><hr/><br/>Matt was beginning to question the Queen's motives. She was able to block his attack, only seconds after she bluntly told him that what she had been saying was a compliment. Even still, with her resisting his weight, Matthew pushed. He looked absolutely flustered, red in the face, and sweating lightly. ""What the hell do you mean?!"" he snarled, pressing further. ""If you aren't trying to catch me off guard to kill me... What the hell are you doing?!""<br/><br/>Then the Queen pushed, and Matt stumbled back. His head was going places... Just not the right ones. He growled.<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Dammit</span>!"" Matt slammed the ground beneath him.<br/><br/>As he fell onto his back, his studded bat turned into a pincer, which he used to grab the disc in the Silver Queen's hands. He threw her over his head and remained still on his back for a second before getting up. Truthfully, he was stressed out. The contact took the opportunity to get up and scamper off. Matt faced the Silver Queen again. He just... Didn't know how to react. Matthew felt embarrassed, humiliated. For once in his life, he had no idea what to do. Though Mitchell might have been able to provide insight. Hell, he might have even been able to tell what was going on here.</div></blockquote><br/>""Well..."" She paused... What was she doing? She lowered her knife slightly. She frowned and sighed. She wasn't too sure to be honest, her mind quite befuddled at the moment. She just knew she liked him. She wasn't sure what that meant or how to express it or what she was doing or what was normal. She was just doing what she knew. Fighting. Bantering. Back and forth. It was fun. She didn't think he was having fun though.<br/><br/>""I...""<br/><br/>All she knew was violence. This was her only way to express herself. Her moved had been nonlethal. She hadn't tried to kill him. She wasn't sure how else to get the message across. She had even tried flirting. It usually worked. But not now. And it was confusing her. She was incredibly inteligent and charismatic. She could act or pretend just fine, But she had trouble expressing her true feelings.<br/><br/>She backed off a bit. Now looking vulnerable. She didn't know what she was doing. What was this? Why was she doing this?"
1201,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=375,2015-05-31T09:45:00,Kylantha,"<hr/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><hr/><br/>As she's held close by Kyle, Alice feels another wave of unusual heat. For a moment she assumes that her power core is overheating, but something tells her that it's something else.. Something that's not in her programming. The synthetic smiles, closing her eyes for a second to revel in this feeling while it lasted. As Kyle felt safe with her present, Alice held thoughts of the happiness that she had been seeking after not too long after she was created. It wasn't envy.. It was something that humans did during their resting time.. Alice opens her eyes. Dreaming. Yes, that's it. To live a normal life. That's her dream.<br/><br/>""Your contacts?"" says Alice, looking up at her boyfriend. ""I assume that they're not very good company?"" she asks him jokingly.<br/><br/><hr/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Matthew Evans, 2027</span></span></div><hr/><br/>Standing there, Matt opened and closed his fists, staring across the alley at the Silver Queen. The confusion in his expression was easily readable. He couldn't understand at all what it was that the Queen was trying to do. She had attacked more than once, but he could tell that she was holding back. He was a threat to her faction, yet why hasn't she put him down yet? Matt grumbled and stepped back. The Queen looked frustrated as well, and Matt began to wonder if this was a ruse or... Or something else. Matt was frozen in place, noticing that the Silver Queen had let down her guard. Matt was certain that she was just trying to confuse him further, but why the hell would she be doing things this way?..<br/><br/>""Wh-what..."" Matt stutters, feeling a lump in his throat. ""What are you trying to do?.. I don't understand..."" The pincer dissipates, the shadows fleeing back to their original place. Matt was red, but not because he was pissed. He knew he was letting his guard down as well, but there wasn't much more to do. Besides, it seemed that the Silver Queen was neutral... For now, anyway. ""Do you..? Really..?"" Matthew asks once more, trusting for a moment that she wouldn't take him down while he was unarmed."
1202,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=375,2015-06-01T07:51:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kylantha <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=24766226#p24766226"">wrote</a>:</cite><hr/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><hr/><br/>As she's held close by Kyle, Alice feels another wave of unusual heat. For a moment she assumes that her power core is overheating, but something tells her that it's something else.. Something that's not in her programming. The synthetic smiles, closing her eyes for a second to revel in this feeling while it lasted. As Kyle felt safe with her present, Alice held thoughts of the happiness that she had been seeking after not too long after she was created. It wasn't envy.. It was something that humans did during their resting time.. Alice opens her eyes. Dreaming. Yes, that's it. To live a normal life. That's her dream.<br/><br/>""Your contacts?"" says Alice, looking up at her boyfriend. ""I assume that they're not very good company?"" she asks him jokingly. </div></blockquote><br/>Kyle chuckled nervously as he walked back to the apartment. He rubbed the back of his head. ""Ummm... Yeah... you could say that. I mean they're not exactly the most pleasant of people."" He replied. ""Thy're defintely not very... Lawful. I don't think you'd like them."" He commented. He was somewhat reluctant to go back to that so soon after trying to make a change, but if Alice needed answers from these RHA people then he would do his best to help.<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div><hr/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Matthew Evans, 2027</span></span></div><hr/><br/>Standing there, Matt opened and closed his fists, staring across the alley at the Silver Queen. The confusion in his expression was easily readable. He couldn't understand at all what it was that the Queen was trying to do. She had attacked more than once, but he could tell that she was holding back. He was a threat to her faction, yet why hasn't she put him down yet? Matt grumbled and stepped back. The Queen looked frustrated as well, and Matt began to wonder if this was a ruse or... Or something else. Matt was frozen in place, noticing that the Silver Queen had let down her guard. Matt was certain that she was just trying to confuse him further, but why the hell would she be doing things this way?..<br/><br/>""Wh-what..."" Matt stutters, feeling a lump in his throat. ""What are you trying to do?.. I don't understand..."" The pincer dissipates, the shadows fleeing back to their original place. Matt was red, but not because he was pissed. He knew he was letting his guard down as well, but there wasn't much more to do. Besides, it seemed that the Silver Queen was neutral... For now, anyway. ""Do you..? Really..?"" Matthew asks once more, trusting for a moment that she wouldn't take him down while he was unarmed.</div></blockquote><br/>""I..."" She paused. She wasn't sure what to say. She sighed. ""I'm... trying..."" She struggled to articulate herself. She stepped back again, dropping the metal she was morphing and anything in her hands. ""You...""<br/><br/>""What am I doing...?"" she asked, then looked at him.<br/><br/>She smiled. A somewhat hard to read smile. It was just. ""I... like you."" She said simply. ""I think."" She then frowned, now tensing up on guard. She had let her guard down too far. He would... he would take advantage of that. ""S-stay back!"" She said."
1203,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=400,2015-06-02T07:25:00,Kylantha,"<hr/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><hr/><br/>The thrill of their escape from the cinema still did not leave Alice. Though she could admit there was very little of it, and she wasn't exhausted at all. In fact, she loved chases, being accustomed to them. Whether she was the pursuer or not, there was no reason for her not to enjoy it. Those were after all, parts of her daily job before she met Kyle. In Kyle's words she did notice a hint of embarrassment, though she wasn't surprised at all. Were she associated with those kinds of people, she'd be ashamed too.<br/><br/>""I see."" she says with a nod. ""Then if I were to arrest them, you wouldn't mind at all, would you?"" Alice looks up at Kyle again. ""Of course, after they can direct us to the RHA... Come to think of it, how would they be able to assist us?""<br/><br/><hr/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Matthew Evans, 2027</span></span></div><hr/><br/>Matt didn't exactly get an answer. He wasn't expecting one, anyway. With a deep sigh, he ran his fingers through his messy red hair. It seemed to have gotten ruffled worse after his short and unproductive duel with the Silver Queen. She was rumored to be extremely violent, and though Matt had already seen, he concluded that at the moment she was of no threat. Heck, she'd even dropped her weapon! Matthew looked to his left and right just to be sure, hearing faintly what the Queen said and shrugged. ""You tell me..."" he mutters, too soft for her to hear..<br/><br/>At his second step, he noticed that the Silver Queen was smiling, and Matt froze. She was obviously just as confused as he was. Though she more than him. Matt gulped. He took another cautious step just as the Queen said once again that she liked him. Matt squinted for a second and shook his head. Then she said she thought she did. Matt stopped completely, more than a few feet away from her when she told him to stop. He raised both hands, palms facing towards her.<br/><br/>""I'm unarmed... Calm down..."" he said, sounding irritated. He was, but he could control shadows anyway in case she attacked. At this point, Matt was sure that the Queen who he'd been after had fallen for him. But... Why? Of all people, someone who was hunting her down?.. ""Look at you, all messed up in the head... I really... Never thought... That anyone would like me. I mean, this way, anyway..."" he shrugged. He might as well go a bit further, thinking that perhaps there was a different way to keep someone off crime rather than arresting or killing them. ""But... Why me? I'm sure there are some other... Better... Far more dashing vigilantes than myself. What's it about me that interests you so much?"""
1204,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=400,2015-06-03T02:28:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kylantha <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=24788805#p24788805"">wrote</a>:</cite><hr/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><hr/><br/>The thrill of their escape from the cinema still did not leave Alice. Though she could admit there was very little of it, and she wasn't exhausted at all. In fact, she loved chases, being accustomed to them. Whether she was the pursuer or not, there was no reason for her not to enjoy it. Those were after all, parts of her daily job before she met Kyle. In Kyle's words she did notice a hint of embarrassment, though she wasn't surprised at all. Were she associated with those kinds of people, she'd be ashamed too.<br/><br/>""I see."" she says with a nod. ""Then if I were to arrest them, you wouldn't mind at all, would you?"" Alice looks up at Kyle again. ""Of course, after they can direct us to the RHA... Come to think of it, how would they be able to assist us?"" </div></blockquote><br/>""Oh, they're not the ones who will help us directly, but I hear some of them might know some people who might know something about your project in the RHA. Not just the regular employees."" He explained as he walked. ""Honestly, I'm not sure. These guys lie like rugs, so I'm not sure we can count anything they say as truth."" He sighed. ""As for arresting them, I don't care that much. I mean they've done a ton of crimes, but honestly we might want to stay away from them as much as possible. The more we dip into the criminal underbelly of this damn city the more we risk her attention...""<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div><hr/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Matthew Evans, 2027</span></span></div><hr/><br/>Matt didn't exactly get an answer. He wasn't expecting one, anyway. With a deep sigh, he ran his fingers through his messy red hair. It seemed to have gotten ruffled worse after his short and unproductive duel with the Silver Queen. She was rumored to be extremely violent, and though Matt had already seen, he concluded that at the moment she was of no threat. Heck, she'd even dropped her weapon! Matthew looked to his left and right just to be sure, hearing faintly what the Queen said and shrugged. ""You tell me..."" he mutters, too soft for her to hear..<br/><br/>At his second step, he noticed that the Silver Queen was smiling, and Matt froze. She was obviously just as confused as he was. Though she more than him. Matt gulped. He took another cautious step just as the Queen said once again that she liked him. Matt squinted for a second and shook his head. Then she said she thought she did. Matt stopped completely, more than a few feet away from her when she told him to stop. He raised both hands, palms facing towards her.<br/><br/>""I'm unarmed... Calm down..."" he said, sounding irritated. He was, but he could control shadows anyway in case she attacked. At this point, Matt was sure that the Queen who he'd been after had fallen for him. But... Why? Of all people, someone who was hunting her down?.. ""Look at you, all messed up in the head... I really... Never thought... That anyone would like me. I mean, this way, anyway..."" he shrugged. He might as well go a bit further, thinking that perhaps there was a different way to keep someone off crime rather than arresting or killing them. ""But... Why me? I'm sure there are some other... Better... Far more dashing vigilantes than myself. What's it about me that interests you so much?""</div></blockquote><br/>""I..."" She spoke. Then stiffened. ""I'm not sure... I heard you were after me quite a while back. I was... Intrigued. I delved into your history and learnt things..."" She explained, she moved forwards. ""I... got interested. You've had to deal with a lot."" She explained. ""I liked you more than the ""dashing"" type. They seem to be doing it for the fame more than anything. But I had no idea what would possess someone to come after me. Most people are too afraid to even talk about me. But... You didn't seem afraid. Granted you were scared, but you didn't run. Even as I taunted you...""<br/><br/>She reached out to touch him, then frowned. ""I... I still feel like... I still want to kill you... but I don't..."" She chuckled slightly. She then slinked backwards. ""It's.., It's best you stay away from me. The last boyfriend... I had... I hurt. Then he hurt me. I'm not safe for you... I enjoy it too much."" She spoke, ""You... you should stop hunting me,.. before I kill you."" She didn't say the last part as a threat, but more as a warning. For this moment, the visor she had on the world had dropped, and she could see what she was.... She was feeling the cold emptyiness now... She needed to kill someone... Feel warm blood on her body just to remind herself what it meant to be alive."
1205,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=400,2015-06-03T06:00:00,Kylantha,"<hr/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><hr/><br/>Whilst clinging to Kyle as she walked, Alice listened intently, noting his words as they came to her. Sometimes she would nod. The most striking piece of information she received was that Kyle's contacts might lie. And when the time came that they did when Alice confronted them, they would receive a swift blow to the jaw and would be dragged to Natalia's Futurliner, which doubled as an interrogation chamber. Sometimes even a torture chamber, if the prisoner proved to be uncooperative.<br/><br/>Kyle seemed to approve of any arrest, so Alice smiled and giggled giddily. Her eyes widened however, at Kyle's use of the pronoun 'her'. She looked up at him with a confused expression. The sudden change struck her interest. ""Who's attention, Kyle West?"" she asked him, her tone of voice purely inquisitive.<br/><br/><hr/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Matthew Evans, 2027</span></span></div><hr/><br/>As the Silver Queen spoke and slowly approached, Matthew loosened up. He narrowed his eyes, breathing deeply and steadily. Was he actually having this conversation with her? The Silver Queen? As he'd been previously told, none of the vigilantes even lasted long in any duel with her. Yet she hadn't been serious about hurting him so far. Matt sighed, tilting his head and taking his goggles off. Normally, he wore them in his convertible. But he wore them on occasion to look cooler.<br/><br/>He didn't even flinch as the Silver Queen reached out to him. He stared at her hand, noting the pale skin. She was dainty, and at the same time able to confront those even larger than herself. For some reason, Matt felt himself blushing again. Normally, he would have no real interest in women. But when he did, he was serious. Looking at her now, in this state, he felt abnormally enticed. To be truthful, she was actually quite pretty. And she used that in combat. However, Matt no longer felt endangered. In fact, he felt privileged. The Silver Queen continued to speak of her previous experience with her boyfriend, and he wondered why she had been considering having him as her next mistake.<br/><br/>""I can't be a coward... The reason I went after you, was because... I needed the money. Even with what we have now, we couldn't sustain our brother. He's out of his coma... But he's still weak. When he nearly died all those years back, I knew I needed to be brave for him... Or the both of us would die."" Matt opened his eyes and stared across the alley at the Silver Queen without blinking. ""I can't afford to be a coward. If I'd been able to protect him, he wouldn't be going through this now. Honestly... I don't even know why I'm trying to catch you. My brother's recovering... But I guess it's just.. My job now. I couldn't find one that I qualified for, considering that I never went to college anyway. This is all I can do to help my family.""<br/><br/>Matthew giggled a little. A light drizzle begins to fall, and he looks up. ""Really. While you're not disappointed, I am. And at the same time... Relieved."" he looked at the Silver Queen again. His expression was kind of blank. His eyes, unlike Mitchell's bright greens, were dark and dull. So he always looked as though he didn't give a shit. ""According to reports.. You're supposed to be crazy.. But.. I'm seeing something else. Being heavily associated to darkness.. It's.. It's showing me something else.. What happened to you? You sure as hell weren't like that before."" Matt smiled a little brightly, not caring whether or not she'd hurt him. He could recover in a moment in case she attacked him on impulse."
1206,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=400,2015-06-04T05:22:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kylantha <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=24800616#p24800616"">wrote</a>:</cite><hr/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><hr/><br/>Whilst clinging to Kyle as she walked, Alice listened intently, noting his words as they came to her. Sometimes she would nod. The most striking piece of information she received was that Kyle's contacts might lie. And when the time came that they did when Alice confronted them, they would receive a swift blow to the jaw and would be dragged to Natalia's Futurliner, which doubled as an interrogation chamber. Sometimes even a torture chamber, if the prisoner proved to be uncooperative.<br/><br/>Kyle seemed to approve of any arrest, so Alice smiled and giggled giddily. Her eyes widened however, at Kyle's use of the pronoun 'her'. She looked up at him with a confused expression. The sudden change struck her interest. ""Who's attention, Kyle West?"" she asked him, her tone of voice purely inquisitive. </div></blockquote><br/>""Hmmm?"" He replied. He quickly brushed it off. He didn't really want to talk about her.... ""Oh... nevermind. We don't have to go now do we? I mean... we should probably get back to the apartment...""<br/><br/>""Hey... this may sound a little wierd... but do you mind if I move in with you... we'll probably have to ask your helmeted friend..."" He replied, ""I mean, I don't mind if you don't want me too... or if miss biker helmet doesn't want me there. I just wanted to ask.""<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div><hr/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Matthew Evans, 2027</span></span></div><hr/><br/>As the Silver Queen spoke and slowly approached, Matthew loosened up. He narrowed his eyes, breathing deeply and steadily. Was he actually having this conversation with her? The Silver Queen? As he'd been previously told, none of the vigilantes even lasted long in any duel with her. Yet she hadn't been serious about hurting him so far. Matt sighed, tilting his head and taking his goggles off. Normally, he wore them in his convertible. But he wore them on occasion to look cooler.<br/><br/>He didn't even flinch as the Silver Queen reached out to him. He stared at her hand, noting the pale skin. She was dainty, and at the same time able to confront those even larger than herself. For some reason, Matt felt himself blushing again. Normally, he would have no real interest in women. But when he did, he was serious. Looking at her now, in this state, he felt abnormally enticed. To be truthful, she was actually quite pretty. And she used that in combat. However, Matt no longer felt endangered. In fact, he felt privileged. The Silver Queen continued to speak of her previous experience with her boyfriend, and he wondered why she had been considering having him as her next mistake. <br/><br/>""I can't be a coward... The reason I went after you, was because... I needed the money. Even with what we have now, we couldn't sustain our brother. He's out of his coma... But he's still weak. When he nearly died all those years back, I knew I needed to be brave for him... Or the both of us would die."" Matt opened his eyes and stared across the alley at the Silver Queen without blinking. ""I can't afford to be a coward. If I'd been able to protect him, he wouldn't be going through this now. Honestly... I don't even know why I'm trying to catch you. My brother's recovering... But I guess it's just.. My job now. I couldn't find one that I qualified for, considering that I never went to college anyway. This is all I can do to help my family.""<br/><br/>Matthew giggled a little. A light drizzle begins to fall, and he looks up. ""Really. While you're not disappointed, I am. And at the same time... Relieved."" he looked at the Silver Queen again. His expression was kind of blank. His eyes, unlike Mitchell's bright greens, were dark and dull. So he always looked as though he didn't give a shit. ""According to reports.. You're supposed to be crazy.. But.. I'm seeing something else. Being heavily associated to darkness.. It's.. It's showing me something else.. What happened to you? You sure as hell weren't like that before."" Matt smiled a little brightly, not caring whether or not she'd hurt him. He could recover in a moment in case she attacked him on impulse.</div></blockquote><br/>""Family..."" she replied, ""I don't remember what that's like."" She spoke cryptically. ""As for your job... I can relate. All I can say though is you need to start seeking and creating more opportunities for yourself. It's what I did."" She suddenly cracked a mischievous grin, almost predatory. ""After all, a gal like me doesn't get this large a bounty by being complacent. Large enough to attract someone like you...""<br/><br/>The Silver Queen stopped when he spoke again, pausing. ""I... wouldn't go down that road if I were you."" She said. ""Let's just say... I had a bad day. People died. The Order took me and I was... sanctioned... they called it."" She shivered. ""It was horrible. I felt nothing. No sensation, no emotion, no feeling. Just kill, kill, kill, kill, kill..."" She snaked around him for a moment. ""I'm very good at killing."" She explained. ""Years of experience. Been doing it since I was young.""<br/><br/>She paused. ""So... are you still going to hunt me? I mean... fighting is fun..."" She spoke, once again moving close to him. ""Dancing, twirling, spinning in the moonlight..."" She had to resist the urge to either kiss him or stab him. She wondered which part of herself was stronger, which instinct she should follow more. She giggled. Slipping back into the madness as she wobbled and swayed. ""You know... maybe you should be afraid of me... I sure am..."""
1207,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=400,2015-06-06T11:35:00,Kylantha,"<hr/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><hr/><br/>Alice frowns slightly, easily reading how Kyle had avoided her question. But because she didn't want to pry, she simply shrugged and nodded. It was frighteningly late and the police were out for her. Alice sighs deeply.<br/><br/>""We should..."" she said quietly as Kyle asked her if he could move in. Her eyes suddenly brighten up, and she further constricts Kyle's one arm with her two. ""Yes! Yes, you may!.. Helen will allow it, I'm sure!"" she says excitedly, jumping inches off the ground with joy. ""Natalia and Cassidy will be fine with it as well!"" Alice didn't reply to him thinking that she or Helen didn't want him in the apartment, because she didn't have to. By her reaction to his asking alone, it was obvious that she wanted him to move in, right away.<br/><br/><hr/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Matthew Evans, 2027</span></span></div><hr/><br/>Matt giggled. He clipped his goggles to his belt. ""Family can be... Restricting. But you get attached... And soon, it's bigger than every other goal you've ever f*ckin' had."" the young man shrugged. ""You've obviously gone too far off that you'd forget what it's like. Kinda sad if you ask me."" Matthew let out a soft sigh. The air was quickly becoming colder, and his clothes were getting damper. But he didn't seem to care much. ""Honestly... Now that I've seen this side of you... I'm starting to lose any need... Like you said, it would be better to find other opportunities. My sister never did like the idea of vigilantism, anyway, despite her being one herself when she was far younger.""<br/><br/>Seeing her opening up, Matt knew that the Silver Queen was captivated by him. He knew partially what it was that got her attention, and could no longer doubt that she was telling the truth. For her to warn him of her tendencies and even keep him alive for this long, she must have fallen in quite deep. Matt grinned at the thought, moving both hands to the back of his head. ""I've been doing this since I was young as well. Actually, I preferred to do this more than Mitchell. He actually went to school every now and then while I was out kickin' ass.""<br/><br/>He suddenly smiled at the Silver Queen, finding an opportunity as she'd advised. To preserve himself and at the same time keep the Queen in his net. Perhaps he wouldn't have to fight her, after all. Or maybe he would have to. ""I ain't scared of you. Otherwise I woulda believed all those stories and just given up!"" Matt stuck his tongue out. Suddenly, he took a battle stance and his arm once again turned into a claw. ""Now then, good Queen... Shall we dance? I mean... Since you enjoy it and all."""
1208,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=400,2015-06-07T01:51:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kylantha <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=24834456#p24834456"">wrote</a>:</cite><hr/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><hr/><br/>Alice frowns slightly, easily reading how Kyle had avoided her question. But because she didn't want to pry, she simply shrugged and nodded. It was frighteningly late and the police were out for her. Alice sighs deeply. <br/><br/>""We should..."" she said quietly as Kyle asked her if he could move in. Her eyes suddenly brighten up, and she further constricts Kyle's one arm with her two. ""Yes! Yes, you may!.. Helen will allow it, I'm sure!"" she says excitedly, jumping inches off the ground with joy. ""Natalia and Cassidy will be fine with it as well!"" Alice didn't reply to him thinking that she or Helen didn't want him in the apartment, because she didn't have to. By her reaction to his asking alone, it was obvious that she wanted him to move in, right away.</div></blockquote><br/>""Helen?"" Kyle asked again as he felt his arm being crushed and his girlfriend yanking it while jumping. He teetered slightly, finding it hard to stand as his balance was upset. He chuckled slightly, his arm now hurting. ""Alright, though we're going to have to find a place in the apartment for me to sleep... And I still need a job... darn it. I'll look for one in the morning.""<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div><hr/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Matthew Evans, 2027</span></span></div><hr/><br/>Matt giggled. He clipped his goggles to his belt. ""Family can be... Restricting. But you get attached... And soon, it's bigger than every other goal you've ever f*ckin' had."" the young man shrugged. ""You've obviously gone too far off that you'd forget what it's like. Kinda sad if you ask me."" Matthew let out a soft sigh. The air was quickly becoming colder, and his clothes were getting damper. But he didn't seem to care much. ""Honestly... Now that I've seen this side of you... I'm starting to lose any need... Like you said, it would be better to find other opportunities. My sister never did like the idea of vigilantism, anyway, despite her being one herself when she was far younger."" <br/><br/>Seeing her opening up, Matt knew that the Silver Queen was captivated by him. He knew partially what it was that got her attention, and could no longer doubt that she was telling the truth. For her to warn him of her tendencies and even keep him alive for this long, she must have fallen in quite deep. Matt grinned at the thought, moving both hands to the back of his head. ""I've been doing this since I was young as well. Actually, I preferred to do this more than Mitchell. He actually went to school every now and then while I was out kickin' ass.""<br/><br/>He suddenly smiled at the Silver Queen, finding an opportunity as she'd advised. To preserve himself and at the same time keep the Queen in his net. Perhaps he wouldn't have to fight her, after all. Or maybe he would have to. ""I ain't scared of you. Otherwise I woulda believed all those stories and just given up!"" Matt stuck his tongue out. Suddenly, he took a battle stance and his arm once again turned into a claw. ""Now then, good Queen... Shall we dance? I mean... Since you enjoy it and all.""</div></blockquote><br/>She smiled and chuckled, her usual grin on her face as she darted in with lighting speed. Though instead of attacking, she lay a single kiss on his cheek. She giggled as she retreated slightly. ""Of course. Let the dance begin. After all I have a little more time to play before I have to return"" She spoke, bowing with her hand out for a moment. ""I'll try my best not to kill you... though you'll actually have to try your best to survive."" She spoke, her metal knives coming back to her hands. ""In fact. We should make this a regular thing. Twice a week maybe?"""
1209,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=400,2015-06-08T02:08:00,Kylantha,"<hr/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><hr/><br/>""No worries!"" Alice laughed with glee. They finally arrived, and Alice kicked the door open. Apparently, Cassidy had left it open earlier in the day, so it didn't fly off it's hinges. There was a mark of Alice's heel in the bottom though.. But it barely mattered, as Alice was jumping with joy. Loosening her grip on Kyle's arm, she pulled him up the stairs to Helen's flat. There Cassidy sat on the couch, watching a stupid kids' show on the telly that Natalia had disassembled and re-created into something more... Expensive looking. She gave a salute to Alice, and threw a somewhat seductive wink at Kyle.<br/><br/>~<span style=""font-style: italic"">BONK</span>~<br/><br/>Went Cassidy's head when Alice gave her a whack. She frantically waved her arms, threatening to hit Cassidy again. The younger looking synthetic looked ready to continue with her teasing.<br/><br/>""He's mine! Mine!"" Alice yelled over Cassidy's uncontrollable laughter. She then headed for the kitchen, past Kyle.<br/><br/>""Good luck with her, hun."" she said, leaving the couch open. Alice then calmed down and pointed at it.<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Here</span>,"" she patted the headrest. ""You can sleep here."" But then she rounded the furniture and sat at the other end from where she'd pointed. ""What sort of job would you be doing?.. Maybe... A gardener?..""<br/><br/><hr/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Matthew Evans, 2027</span></span></div><hr/><br/>Matt's eyes had always been good. Thus why he needed glasses, and Mitch did. Mitchell was always starin' at the sun like it wasn't going to do him any harm, and it ended with him nearly breaking them. In this dark alley, he had the upper hand. Matt giggled at the thought as he prepared to block the first attack from the Silver Queen, but received a kiss instead of a powerful blow. For some reason, he stumbled back. Something that a punch, rather than a kiss, should have done. He rubbed his cheek, and his face turned red.<br/><br/>But he grinned. A grin that would remind one of insanity. However, Matt wasn't insane. He seemed to smile even more at the Silver Queen's words. There was a chance that he could get on her good side, after all.. Though this already seemed the closest to being good. ""Well, you won't get me easily!"" he said, obviously challenging her. ""Twice a week it is!"" Matt lunged, sending a helix of shadows towards the Queen."
1210,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=400,2015-07-12T02:45:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kylantha <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320599&amp;p=24853501#p24853501"">wrote</a>:</cite><hr/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alice Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><hr/><br/>""No worries!"" Alice laughed with glee. They finally arrived, and Alice kicked the door open. Apparently, Cassidy had left it open earlier in the day, so it didn't fly off it's hinges. There was a mark of Alice's heel in the bottom though.. But it barely mattered, as Alice was jumping with joy. Loosening her grip on Kyle's arm, she pulled him up the stairs to Helen's flat. There Cassidy sat on the couch, watching a stupid kids' show on the telly that Natalia had disassembled and re-created into something more... Expensive looking. She gave a salute to Alice, and threw a somewhat seductive wink at Kyle. <br/><br/>~<span style=""font-style: italic"">BONK</span>~<br/><br/>Went Cassidy's head when Alice gave her a whack. She frantically waved her arms, threatening to hit Cassidy again. The younger looking synthetic looked ready to continue with her teasing.<br/><br/>""He's mine! Mine!"" Alice yelled over Cassidy's uncontrollable laughter. She then headed for the kitchen, past Kyle. <br/><br/>""Good luck with her, hun."" she said, leaving the couch open. Alice then calmed down and pointed at it. <br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Here</span>,"" she patted the headrest. ""You can sleep here."" But then she rounded the furniture and sat at the other end from where she'd pointed. ""What sort of job would you be doing?.. Maybe... A gardener?..""<br/><br/><hr/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Matthew Evans, 2027</span></span></div><hr/><br/>Matt's eyes had always been good. Thus why he needed glasses, and Mitch did. Mitchell was always starin' at the sun like it wasn't going to do him any harm, and it ended with him nearly breaking them. In this dark alley, he had the upper hand. Matt giggled at the thought as he prepared to block the first attack from the Silver Queen, but received a kiss instead of a powerful blow. For some reason, he stumbled back. Something that a punch, rather than a kiss, should have done. He rubbed his cheek, and his face turned red.<br/><br/>But he grinned. A grin that would remind one of insanity. However, Matt wasn't insane. He seemed to smile even more at the Silver Queen's words. There was a chance that he could get on her good side, after all.. Though this already seemed the closest to being good. ""Well, you won't get me easily!"" he said, obviously challenging her. ""Twice a week it is!"" Matt lunged, sending a helix of shadows towards the Queen.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Kyle</span><br/>Alice and the other might be able to hear a snoring sound coming from the bedroom. Obviously Helen had fallen asleep rather early. Kyke was not eager to wake her.<br/><br/>""Umm... Probably not... I don't really have much gardening experience, though I guess I'll just have to take what I can get really...""<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Quicksilver</span><br/>""Alright, same time and same place I suppose. Though you will have to treat me one and a while. I'll try to do the same for you."" She dodged the helix, continuing her conversation casually as she formed a large steel ball with her knives and metal around her and tossed it at him playfully, though still with some force."
1211,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=400,2015-07-12T11:10:00,Kylantha,"<hr/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Alice Verlaine, 2027</span></span></div><hr/><br/>Alice frowned and nodded. She couldn't force something on Kyle that he didn't exactly like. ""That's too bad."" But she brightened up quickly. ""Tomorrow, I can come with you as you search for a new job!"" Alice nodded and hopped with excitement. ""That would be a lot of fun. Maybe I could find myself a new job, as well!""<br/><br/>Yes, this was going smoothly indeed. According to Alice's database, looking through teenage and adult romance films and books, finding a boyfriend or girlfriend was never easy. But Alice got one on the first try, and he was absolutely perfect! She put her hands together and rubbed her palms. Tomorrow would be another exciting day. Hopefully, nothing would go wrong. Everything was so good, and Alice couldn't bear to lose it.<br/><br/><hr/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Matthew Evans, 2027</span></span></div><hr/><br/>Matthew chuckled out loud. ""Sounds good."" he adeptly ducks beneath the sphere, grinning. He still had something under his sleeve. A shadow came from behind him, in the form of an orca. Using its tail, it slaped the metallic ball back towards Quicksilver. ""Catch!"" said Matt, poising himself for another counter. He was also wondering what the people living around these parts would think if they found out who was brawling in their alley twice a week.."
1212,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=400,2015-07-25T09:40:00,Islamic Republic e Jariri,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Damien Somerfield</span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">What if this can all be traced back to killing the Red King? For years his faction held a firm grip over his rivals, keeping them in check. But was the system all so fragile that it only took the death of one old guy to unleash the rivals like mad dogs, fighting over a turf war? What Blackjack said, the Ace has corrupted the city's mayor, I wouldn't be surprised if the man's dead and impersonated by Zach...</span><br/><br/>How long had it been since he last saw Zach? When the two had met again in neutral territory their brief reunion did not provoke any emotional response from himself. This did surprise him as he never expected to see the former Sanctioned agent again. Back when they worked together, when the Order was still around, Damien wasn't the same person. He knew what Sanctification had done to his mind, those memories he had of the things he did back then - they were like memories of a past life. And Zach was a ghost from that life - when he saw him last night at that bar, he felt he was looking at a ghost and he simply did not understand how he should have responded to an unfortunate truth: under the Order they worked on the same side to bring stability and control wherever they were assigned, but now in this new 'free' world, free of the Order's grip, the criminal underworld had spread its roots all over the rotten underbelly of the UAR capital.<br/><br/>Was it really a wonder why there was so much chaos and violence springing across this 'brave new world' - where the only places truly safe and stable were dystopias like Japan who did not completely forsake the ideologies of the Order. The UAR was supposed to be a beacon of hope representing a new age, but all Damien saw was the inconvenient predicament of having to go against Zach for the sake of stopping the Ace. It was obvious what his faction intended to do with control over the so called 'Washington Elite' - this corporate and government endorsement of metahuman 'guardians' of the city, making them out to be something no metahuman could ever truly be: a 'superhero'.<br/><br/>This was a whole lot bigger than that - first the Ace took hold of the mayoral office. Obviously his next target would be the Oval Office. And with Zach's power that couldn't bee too difficult. But that was just it: Zach was the Ace's trump card - without him his plans would become a whole lot more difficult to pull off - and prevent the Washington Underworld from literally controlling what is potentially the most powerful nation in the West.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Assuming the Ace killed the real mayor he now uses Zach to hold direct control over the Elite - and he'll use them to launch a metahuman powered crusade against the rival factions in the city - the corporate aspect of it will take care of any ethical objections by making the people love the group - creating the illusion of heroes out of those false guardians.<br/>But just what exactly does Zach get out of being the Ace's lapdog? Of course, he gets to be mayor of the city, soon enough be might just end up becoming the damn President. If he's in it for the power, then he's unlikely to keep following the Ace around once he has enough - or will he continue? If so then why? If I can discern his motivations then maybe I can find a way to get him to switch sides or at the very least walk out of what he's doing.</span><br/><br/>But right now he had another more personally pressing problem at hand - Nathaniel Holloway. The psychopathic fiend had possessed Alfred and Damien was unable to simply just ignore that. He remembered his reunion with his brother seven years ago in Millersville, after the Masked Man had almost killed him it was only by pure chance that his association with the Evans would make them cross paths with Alfred. In his near dead state back then Damien saw Alfred's face again after over half a century - the boy he had once known as 'Alfie' - his little brother whose death he was responsible for. As the fates would have it - the two met again seven years later - but their previous resolution had not closed off with a 'happy ending' - Alfred was worse than ever before - unable to control the power his father had given him. Perhaps it was unwise of Gerard to burden Alfred with his curse, simply because he wished to preserve his bloodline - which was going to end with Alfred anyway. The boy's very survival was wrong - he should have stayed dead as Damien had believed him to be - death would be a mercy compared to Alfred's current state.<br/><br/>Ever since his battle with the Red King and his exposure to that hallucinogenic gas his healing ability had been gradually waning. Nathaniel had almost killed them in their last encounter and Damien wasn't getting any stronger since then - once again it was luck that saved his life. But now perhaps he could make use of that luck - the Forgotten were prohibited from killing each other - but with Threnody's help they could perhaps neutralize Nathaniel through non-lethal means - and find a way to get rid of Nathaniel.<br/><br/>''Tell me Threnody, is it possible to forcibly remove Nathaniel from Alfred's body?'' he asked."
1213,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=400,2015-07-26T06:49:00,Kylantha,"<hr/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Ashleigh Savoy / Claudia Leistner, 2027</span></span></div><hr/><br/>Ashleigh nodded. There was indeed a way. ""Certainly. But you see, dear immortal, the persona that each of us is infused with is what allows us a place in this world. It gives us leeway. We are after all, Forgotten souls. But given the will to live, we are merged with similarly distressed fellows and allowed to live, on the condition that we do as the Big Three say."" The boy glanced over his shoulder, a twinkle in his eye. ""The mask is a sign of that."" he simply says just as a young man in a uniform torn up by bullets and burnt at the corners appears in front of Damien. Ashleigh gestures to the man. ""This is Threnody. Also known as Ephraim Manning. The man whose wife and children were burnt alive by the Order he swore allegiance to.. He still wants revenge.. But his inhibitions held him back, and now it's far too late.""<br/><br/>The man glared at Damien, his fists were clenched, and his stance said clearly that he wanted a fight. But he didn't make a move. Ashleigh continued to explain, stretching his narrow body backwards to emphasize how apathetic he was about all this. ""You obviously don't understand our nature, immortal. Without a counterpart who wants revenge or closure or whatever, we are simply too weak to keep going on. And if dear Lady Death doesn't get to us first, someone else does, if you know what I mean. We're souls who... Driven into the ground... Filled with despair... Are under the line of sight of that woman, who would have certainly just cast us into the Nether for our wrongdoings. But here we are... Given a chance.""<br/><br/>""But your brother's case was different. His legacy is a strong one. I hear the Royales have been at it for decades before those horrible, horrible fellows from the Har-- Oh... That's right. I'm not supposed to mention anything about that..."" Ashleigh grinned. Manning faded into a dark, thick mist that seemed to sink into the adolescent boy's body.<br/><br/>""Anyway... What I mean is... There's no way to forcibly remove that pest from your brother without hurting both of them... Very, very badly."" Ashleigh shrugged as if this were all a trivial matter. It was to him, anyway. ""Let's just get this over with. I'd love a good deal with perhaps... Some disabled person right now. I do wonder what the next one will wish for. "" he laughed, turning to face Damien as his mask materialized once again.<br/><br/>Claudia, standing at the side, felt unsettled. But she was also determined to help. After all, her cousin was out there, in danger. She had helped him a lot. And now that she was aware that something bad had taken over him, she knew what she had to do. But alas, she'd need to be careful lest she actually hurt her real cousin instead of this demon that the children were talking about. Without much understanding of the situation, she was likely to make mistakes.<br/><br/>""Master Royale, I believe it's best if we make our move now. Surely that dreadful boy isn't expecting an attack from us."" she says, looking back towards Damien from a ledge facing the direction that led to the Museum of Natural History."
1214,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=400,2015-08-01T22:21:00,Kylantha,"<hr/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Mia Evans / Mitchell Evans, 2027</span></span></div><hr/><br/>Long after Matthew had gone off to pursue whatever his goals were, his sister got out of bed to make herself a cup of coffee. Mia sat on the edge of her bed for a few minutes, trying hard to recall if there was anything she missed the day before. There was still her job at the orphanage to worry about. Yesterday, she'd skipped work to be with her brothers. Surely her errands had piled up by now, and they were never easy. All over the city, there were foster homes she had to check on, to see if the children were being taken care of properly. Then there were the children who were ready to be adopted.<br/><br/>Mia stood up and took her phone from the top of her bedside table, nearly knocking the lamp down to the floor. She was able to hold it in place however, adjusting it so that it was back near the center where it belonged. She sighed, massaging her forehead with her fingers. It was hard to forget, everything that had happened to her and her family all these years. Mitchell's coma, how she and Matt had to work so hard to get him back, then finding out that some psycho from Millersville was her granddad, and finally her brother's revival thanks to some boy who seemed to be affiliated with Damien.. That's right.. He had a part in all of this, but she wasn't angry, no. There was no reason to be. Her meeting him was what brought her brother back.<br/><br/>""Damien Somerfield..."" she shifted her gaze at the ceiling, whitewashed and cleared of dust by the hosuekeeper. ""Who are you, really?"" Mia looked down at her phone. The clock read 6:42. She had to go to work soon.<br/><br/>The corridor outside Mia's room was rather dark, though wall lights provided a path towards the staircase that led downstairs. Mia stepped out and shut her door behind her. Right next to her own room was that of her brothers'. When she gripped the doorknob, she felt heat. Mitchell's of course. She felt herself smiling, glad to know that he was alive and well. However, she was surprised to see that Matt was gone as she entered the room. Only Mitchell was in bed. Matt wasn't in his own bed, either. The night before, Mitch had requested that his twin be in the same bed as him, like before when they were younger. It was a bit awkward now, but Matt did not resist. Anything for his twin, of course.<br/><br/>""That Matt..."" said Mia as she stooped over her brother. Mitch was fast asleep. Almost like-- No.. She wasn't supposed to think that. He was here now, and they were all happy about that. Once she was sure that her brother was going to be just fine here, she returned to the corridor. Matt should have been here, watching over his twin, but he was obviously out on another job. Probably after that Silver Queen again. According to Damien, such a thing was dangerous. And now, Mia wanted badly to make him stop. He could use another job, now that Mitch was back. After all, Mia didn't want Matt to go into a coma, right after Mitch just got back. That would be a pain. So she decided she'd speak to him when he got back.<br/><br/>Downstairs were the kitchen, living room, and the spa room the Mia had allotted quite a lot of her effort into building. She thought it was about time that she had one. When she was much younger, no matter what, she couldn't afford it. But now was different. Though at the moment the spa was not her intention. There was time for that later on. Mia quickly got herself the coffee that she craved so much and sat at the dining table, checking what messages were on her phone. While browsing, she heard a door clicking shut upstairs. Though tempted to go and see what was going on, she made no move. It wasn't long before Mitchell was coming down the stairs, using the banisters for support. He stopped halfway, looking at Mia who smiled at him when their eyes met.<br/><br/>""Good morning..."" he said softly, yawning as he continued downstairs. Mia nodded and stood up, leaving her phone on the table. ""Where's Matthew?"" Mitchell continued to ask.<br/><br/>Mia shrugged in reply. ""He's a vigilante, like you two always used to be."" she turned around, walking backwards in the kitchen's direction. ""Living dangerously. Like he always does. You know.""<br/><br/>Mitchell remained clueless, scratching his head. ""Why didn't he tell me about it?"" he asked, a bit hurt.<br/><br/>""He probably just didn't have the time to. We were enjoying too much yesterday, remember?.. Why would he talk about a problem like that?"" Mia answered, setting her hands upon the counter. Mitchell now wore a pair of glasses. Blue, plastic-rimmed. This allowed other people to distinguish him from Matt, though they could play pranks by switching outfits from time to time. Mia hoped they wouldn't pull that sort of sh*t at their age.<br/><br/>""Oh.."" Mitch looked down at the floor. With a sullen expression on his face, he sat down in the chair to the left of Mia's.<br/><br/>Figuring he had no more questions left, Mia moved over to the fridge and pulled the door open. ""So, what do you want for breakfast?.."" she asked Mitchell.<br/><br/>It took a moment for him to answer, but when he did, he sounded sure about his decision. ""I'll have just a bowl of cereal. Fruit Loops, if we've got them. Oh, and a strawberry on top, please..""<br/><br/>Mia laughed and even shed a tear. Mitchell's favorite breakfast. ""Right away, champ."" she said, then silencing them both..<br/><br/>""Champ..?"" Mitch repeated, looking slowly over at his sister. ""I... Haven't heard that in a long time...""<br/><br/>""Me neither..."""
1215,Of Men and Titans: Dead Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320599&start=400,2015-08-19T09:06:00,Kylantha,"<hr/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Mitchell Evans, 2027</span></span></div><hr/><br/>What was the sun without its brother, the moon?.. Lonely, of course. It had no one to share its light with. The moon took the sun's place during the darkest times, allowing its brother to rest until the next morning came and it was once again the sun's turn to shine. Mitchell Evans walked down a quiet street with his hands in his pockets, where there were only a few people coming by. Lining the sidewalk were all sorts of shops. Mitch could see a novelty store, a small restaurant or café, even a jewelry shop. He doubted what they sold was real, but because he didn't want jewelry anyway, he couldn't care less. He shrugged and crossed the street, headed for the pastry shop. The reason he was on his own this day was because his twin brother Matt was missing, and his sister had gone to work, assuring Mitchell that Matthew was going to be alright. It didn't take long before Mitchell got bored with the Pii-U at their apartment and decided he'd go out and explore. Perhaps even try and practice the use of his powers.<br/><br/>The young man let out a disgruntled huff upon setting foot on the sidewalk across the street. It was like his siblings had forgotten about him right away, after he'd just been revived. But he didn't think even for a moment that he preferred to be in a coma. It was too difficult to catch up. A waste of good time. Mitchell stopped by one of the tables and grabbed the wrought iron backrest of one of the chairs. He was just about to tear out bits of his hair and yell out in frustration when he heard a voice. It was that of a young lady.<br/><br/>""Good morning, sir! Welcome to Big Ben's Pastry Stop! How are you doing this fine morning?"" the girl said enthusiastically, smiling. Mitch froze in shock. She was certainly beautiful, with long bright brown hair and sky-blue eyes. The girl laughed as she noticed the young man's look of surprise, leaning forward a bit. Her smile did not waver. ""Hello? Are you alright, sir?"" she asked him. Mitch replied with a slow nod, and he looked down at his feet as his face turned red.<br/><br/>""I'm fine, thank you..."" Mitchell mumbled, slowly easing off the chair's backrest.<br/><br/>""Ah~"" she quickly and adeptly brought out a notepad like a gun out of its holster. ""For how many then?""<br/><br/>Mitchell turned his head up, halfway. ""J-Just one please."" he stammered.<br/><br/>The young lady laughed again and turned around on a heel. ""Right! This way then, sir!""<br/><br/>Mitchell stared after her for a second before following. He had never seen anyone so pretty. She... She was unlike any other girl he'd ever seen. The very first one to catch his eye. Mitchell followed, appearing to be in some sort of trance.<br/><br/>When she stopped, he did as well. When she gestured for the table, he snapped out of his trance and took a seat. The girl looked a bit worried by Mitchell's strange behavior. She suddenly reached out and placed the back of her hand on Mitchell's forehead, making him jump. ""You seem to be running a fever, sir.. I could get you an aspirin if you need one."" feeling the heat from Mitchell, she took a step back and turned around. ""I'll be right back with the aspirin sir, then I can get your order.""<br/><br/>""WAIT!"" Mitchell cried out, grabbing the waitress by the wrist. She nearly dropped her notepad. Even still, she wasn't angry at Mitch. She waited a moment and smiled, even as many of the other customers were giving her and Mitchell some weird glances. The young man released the girl and slammed back into his seat in embarrassment. He shook his head, waving his hands at her frantically. ""I-I'm sorry... It's... It's my nature to give off extra heat. Comes with my powers...""<br/><br/>""Oh.."" the waitress' hand drifted close to her mouth as she understood. ""But then..."" she began again.. ""What's the matter with you?.. You seem sick. Do you need an ambulance? I could call for one.."" The waitress handed to Mitchell bluntly. He winced.<br/><br/>Mitchell blushed again. Why did she seem so concerned about his well-being?.. Is she..? No... There's no way. She's just being polite to her customers. And she's also very pretty, and kind, and-- Mitch shook his head and adjusted his glasses. ""No, no... I'm fine.. Really, I am. Thanks for... For your concern.""<br/><br/>The waitress nodded. She just stood there, watching Mitchell closely. ""Sorry if I'm being too pushy sir.. But.. Have you got a problem?"" she asked and sat down across from him. ""If there's anything bothering you, we can talk.""<br/><br/>Mitchell was surprised. He nearly fell over backwards, but he grabbed the edge of the table. At this point he had nothing to say. He was captivated by her beauty. Moved by her compassion. She was so... So different. It made him forget all about the cooties that he and his twin brother had been so afraid of when they were younger. Mitchell sighed softly. He gave in. He had fallen in love. Now he couldn't wait to tell Matt about this encounter.<br/><br/>""Umm..."" he started off, already feeling intimidated. His grip on the table's edge grew tighter. ""It's just...""<br/><br/>The girl cupped her chin in her hands and nodded. ""Go on...""<br/><br/>""I've been in a coma... For... I don't know... Seven-Eight years?"" said Mitchell bluntly. The girl's eyes widened in shock, then they were replaced with an unmistakable look of pity. Mitchell gulped. ""And... I... I know I've missed so much. My brother and sister... They've been too busy to show me around. I feel disoriented all the time... Because everything seems so different. Even I feel different. I've even forgotten how to use my powers right!""<br/><br/>The waitress thought for a moment. She looked quite deep into her own head, then she spoke suddenly. ""Are you saying that your siblings are neglecting you?.. What about your parents?""<br/><br/>Mitchell shook his head. ""No, no! I don't mean they're neglecting me... They're just... I understand that they're grown-ups now, too.. And they have business, but... I haven't been able to ask them... You see... I was usually the one they asked for help from when we were all younger. But now... Yeah..."" Mitchell's gaze drifted off to the side, and he suddenly looked blue. ""Also... My parents died when I was very young. I don't remember much about them.""<br/><br/>The girl began to understand. She slid her hand across the table and placed her dainty hand on Mitchell's trembling and sweaty one. He was surprised again. When she looked at her, she was smiling. ""I think I can help you."" she nodded. ""But right now I need to take your order. My dad'll chew me out again if I don't get to work soon!"" the girl laughed, getting up and taking her notepad. Mitch's hand slowly drifted back. He was clearly mesmerized.<br/><br/>""So... What'll it be sir?"" she asked him, she really never stopped smiling.<br/><br/>""Mitchell..."" Mitchell said out of nowhere. The girl was just about to write, but paused as she realized there wasn't a 'Mitchell' on the menu.<br/><br/>""Excuse me?""<br/><br/>""My name is... Mitchell..."" Mitch said, bowing his head a little. He couldn't help himself at this point.<br/><br/>The waitress giggled, confusing Mitchell. He began to get nervous. But all that fear was wiped away when she spoke. ""Molly Alford. It's a pleasure to meet you, Mitchell.""<br/><br/>The young man met Molly's eyes when he looked up at her, and he smiled a little.<br/><br/>""That's more like it!"" she snapped a finger. ""Now, what'll we have this morning?""<br/><br/>Mitchell took the menu and held it up to his face, blushing again. He wondered if she felt the same way with him. After all, she did give him her name. And she was being extra sweet. But then again, she that was supposed to be part of her job.<br/><br/>""I'd like a jelly roll, some fresh orange juice,"" he set the menu down. ""and a bowl of cereal.""<br/><br/>Molly nodded and wrote down the order, even the cereal, which the shop didn't have. But she had some of her own that she was willing to share. ""There isn't any cereal on the menu, but I can get you some, anyway."" she said before swiftly turning around and heading for the counter. Mitch swooned and sank in his chair, but was suddenly pulled up straight by a firm hand. Mitchell looked up to see a large man who was well-dressed enough despite his gargantuan size.<br/><br/>""Are you flirting with my daughter, boy?"" he asked, voice too low for anyone nearby to hear. His Southern Accent could not be ignored.<br/><br/>Mitchell slowly shook his head, filled with the childish fear of being scared of your love interest's father. It was Big Ben, the owner of this establishment, and Molly's dad.<br/><br/>The man let go of Mitchell's shirt. ""I know that look on yer' face."" he suddenly brightened up. ""It's the same one I ended up with when I met Molly's mother!"" The huge man started laughing. Mitchell grinned nervously.<br/><br/>""You know, boy.."" Big Ben rounded the table and took a seat. ""I haven't seen any fellas like you before. It's always those nasty, rude-ass punks coming around to hit on my daughter!"" the man seemed enraged, ""But you.."" he pointed. ""You're diff'rent. I got a feelin' you're the one she's looking for.""<br/><br/>Mitch pointed at himself. ""Me?"" he mouthed.<br/><br/>Big Ben narrowed his eyes and nodded. ""I wouldn't be talkin' to you this way if I wasn't sure."" he added with a shrug and stood back up again. ""The name's Ben. Ben Alford."" he offered Mitchell a hand. ""You remember that name. Remember that before you ever try and hurt my daughter. If you forget, I'll make you remember.""<br/><br/>Mitchell took the man's hand and shook it. ""Mitchell Evans... Sir."" he squeaked. He couldn't believe how smoothly this was all going. Without much toil, he received the approval of Molly's father. But he would definitely need to be careful, because there was no denying it now. He felt as though he needed to try. This feeling... It made him feel so light. It made him forget everything that he'd been through. Is this what it felt like to be grown up?..<br/><br/>A minute later, there was Molly, with a tray in her left hand. On it were two bowls, a glass, and a saucer. Mitchell gulped as he sat up straight and prepared himself. Molly set everything down and set the tray aside. Mitch wondered why there were two bowls of cereal. Did he ask for two?.. He wrinkled his nose and shook his head at what a mess he was right now. Molly then sat down and stretched. ""Alright!"" she said happily, pulling up one of the bowls closer to herself. She seemed to have forgotten about her job just like that.<br/><br/>Mitchell stared again for a moment as she tasted the cereal.. Her reaction made him grin softly. Then he realized what brand it was he'd been given. It was his favorite. ""Frooty Bits?"" he said, taking some of the colorful stuff with his spoon.<br/><br/>""Mhm!"" nodded Molly, she struck a pose and made a check with her fingers, as though advertising the brand. ""Best damn cereal on this planet!""<br/><br/>Mitch found himself smiling even wider. ""So... It's your favorite as well?""<br/><br/>""Yes! Yes it is!"" Molly leaned forward. ""You mean...""<br/><br/>Mitchell nodded. Molly gasped. ""I was right!"" she suddenly burst out. No one seemed to notice her. ""You're the one! You're the very one that I dreamt about!""<br/><br/>Unfortunately, Mitch was confused. What was this about dreams?.. Her father had said something similar..<br/><br/>""You see."" Molly calmed down a little. Her eyes seemed to be sparkling. ""Since I was young, I could predict the future through dreams. Sometimes they were accurate, and sometimes they were wrong. But right now, I think my interpretation was right!"" Molly laughed with glee so pure that it transferred on to Mitchell. He found himself in bliss, smiling softly. What was he to say now? Molly had practically confessed her love. He was still in disbelief as to how this happened.<br/><br/>""But..."" Molly suddenly frowned. It wasn't a deep frown. ""It's still up to you. I know... I can feel... That you're the perfect one for me."" her confidence suddenly disappeared. She leaned back in her chair and gulped. Mitch felt responsible. ""But... Do you feel the same way about me?.."" Molly asked.<br/><br/>Mitchell smiled and reached across the table and took both of Molly's hands. He couldn't possibly be hesitant about this. ""I do, Molly. From the moment I saw you outside... I've... I've fallen in love.""<br/><br/>Hearing this, Molly suddenly broke down. However, not in sadness. She gripped Mitchell's hands and cherished the warmth. It was strange of course, basing her feelings for this young man upon a dream of hers. To some people it might seem foolhardy. But because she'd been waiting so long, she felt it was necessary to try. Besides, it wasn't everyday that someone like Mitchell came by. He was certainly different from the type of guys that often tried to speak with her. Molly looked back up at Mitchell who now seemed to be the well for confidence in this pairing. He didn't let go of her hands.<br/><br/>""Thank you, Mitchell."" said Molly softly. ""I'm glad you're willing to try.""<br/><br/>Mitch found within himself a new confidence and a new strength. He pulled it out and let it shine, like he used to when he was younger. Strange it was that it took all this for him to feel better about himself once again. ""I'm willing to go further if you'll have it."" Mitchell chuckled sweetly and smiled. ""Now, let's finish our Frooty Bits before they get soft!""<br/><br/>And so they did, spending the rest of the morning together, chatting about family life and life in general. Another waitress had to be called up to replace Molly for her shift of course, since her father didn't mind. In fact, he was glad that his beloved daughter whom he'd cared for for such a long time had finally come to find the literal 'man of her dreams'. He was confident that this kid, Mitchell Evans, although he seemed a bit off, would be able to help Molly get over whatever problems she had, but didn't allow the world to see. Mitch was happy, and would certainly be glad to tell his siblings about this later. Molly was excited for this new relationship, which although seemed forced, she knew it could work somehow. It was about time..."
1216,2015 Modern World RP [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320708,2014-11-19T11:58:00,The Seleucids (Ancient),"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320561"" rel=""nofollow"">OOC</a></span></div><br/><hr/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 250%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""color: #008000"">Islamic Republic of Iran</span></span></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/9tWY3VB.jpg?1""/><br/><span style=""color: #008000""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">January 1, 2015</span></span></span></div><br/><br/>Recent problems still held a firm grip over Iran, the problems in Iraq and Afghanistan, the Syrian crisis and the ongoing standoff with the west regarding the Nuclear ambitions. Many, many problems had to get solved. Rouhani had come to power in hope to bring improvement to not only these issues, but also the internal issues that became a problem. During the past few weeks multiple meetings had taken place between the parliment, the president and the supreme leader to solve some of these issues and to adress others. Both Khamenei as Rouhani agreed that chance was necessary to uphold the values and interests of Iran.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Tehran</span></span><br/>During the afternoon of the first day of a new year Rouhani held a speech in Tehran about the recently discussed matters of importance. All over the country people had gathered in front of the tv and on local squares to follow the presidential speech.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Today we mark a new year, a year in which we will show the world that Iran cannot be bullied around, a year in which we will bring Iran back to become a power to be reckon with.<br/>During the past weeks we have discussed several issues that we believe should be put to an end as soon as possible, starting with the rise of the takfiri terrorists calling themselves the Islamic State. The parliment agreed on sending more troops to both Iraq and Syria to help out those in need and to combat these terrorists.<br/>On Afghanistan we agreed to increase our efforts to cooperate with the Afghan government in terms of securing the returning stability in the country.<br/>Internal we have discussed various matters aswell and agreed upon various actions inculding a large scale investigation into corruption, fraude and abuse of the legal system.""</span><br/>After the speech the people where pleased, though they where suspicious about the corruption investigation. They feared that it would only deal with corruption amongst low ranking officials and not those that had significant influence.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Kabul</span></span><br/>That same day Iranian officials met with Afghan officials to discuss new possible grounds for cooperation. Iran pledged to invest 50 billion into the Afghan Security, education and welfare sectors. Besides this the officials of the two nations agreed to start working on a common plan to combat the opium production in Afghanistan.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Tehran</span></span><br/>With the recent increase of the military budget to 2.3% (of the GDP) The military had once again room for some proper investments. However with the current ongoing activity around the Middle-East it wasn't a matter on which they all focused.<br/>The Military officials had announced new deployments in Iraq and Syria aswell as secret deployments in Lebanon.<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Iraq</span><br/>Forces: Increase to 5,000 (from 2,000) Revolutionary Guards + Increase to 7,000 (from 1,000) Basij Forces<br/>Equipment: 100 M113, 50 M47 Patton, 100 Sarir, 500 Safir Jeep, 20 Neynava, 50 Raad 2, 30 Bell 205, 10 Ababil, 6 HESA Azarakhsh.</blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Syria</span><br/>Forces: Increase to 7,000 (from 1,500) Revolutionary Guards + Increase to 15,000 (from 6,000) Basij Forces<br/>Equipment: 100 M113, 150 M60 Patton, 700 Safir Jeep, 50 Neynava, 40 Bell 205, 20 Ra'ad, 15 Ababil, 5 Sukhoi Su-24</blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lebanon</span><br/>Forces: Increase to 500 (from 200)<br/>Equipment: N/A</blockquote>"
1217,2015 Modern World RP [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320708,2014-11-19T12:59:00,Holy Church of Land and Sea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">National Defense Commission, Pyongyang, North Korea</span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/XfIa8oV.png""/></div><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">January 1st 2015</span></span><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">12:00 p.m</span></div><br/><br/>Kim, was in a meeting with the National Defense Commission today, and he had a huge smile on his face. In face of recent events, Kim wanted to take advantage of the situation in Ukraine, to prepare a move against his neighbor South Korea. In attendence of this meeting, Vice Marshall Ri Yong-Mu, Vice Marshall Ri Yong-mu, General Jang Jong-nam, Secretary of Military Industry Pak To-chun, General Kim Won-hong, General Choe Pu-il, and General Ri Yong-gil where all in attendance. Kim soon began to speak;<br/><br/>""Generals, Secretaries, and Ministers. Today, I announce will be the day, South Korea begins to fall. In wake of recent events, I have devised a scheme to not only destroy the government of South Korea, but also continue the existence of the Democratic People's Republic of North Korea. Our military is strong, and it is many. We have surpassed even the mighty Red Army, which not even South Korea, Japan, and United States could reach alone. I announce to you, ""Operation Sunshine"".<br/><br/><table border=""1"" cellpadding=""0"" cellspacing=""0"" width=""85%""><tr><td><hr/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 210%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #BF0040"">Operation Sunshine</span></span><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/a/a5/Flag_of_the_Korean_People%27s_Army_%28Fringed%29.png/300px-Flag_of_the_Korean_People%27s_Army_%28Fringed%29.png""/></div><br/><span style=""margin-left: 50px;""></span><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Purpose:</span> To completely take over South Korea, and allow for our way of life to continue. <br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 180%; line-height: 116%;"">Objectives</span></span></div><br/><br/><div align=""justify""><div style=""margin-left:75px; margin-right:75px; margin-bottom:5px; margin-top:5px""><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>1. Infiltrate South Korean Navy Ports and Headquarters. Find weak points, and blow the entire building sky-high, or burn it down. <br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>2. Locate local power stations, and plants, and cause them to go into a full-shutdown to leave the country in the dark. Use small EMP's if needed. <br/><br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>3. Jam all forms of communication between the South Korean Government, and the South Korean Military. If possible, destroy radio operating systems, and equipment to further disrupt communication. <br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>4. Acquire South Korean Military Uniforms of all sorts, from military establishments.<br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>5. Plan an Assassination for the South Korean president, and blow up the Central Bank of South Korea. <br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>6. Return to the DMZ, and commence in a fire-fight with DPRK forces, allowing us to launch a full army over into the south for ""Acts of War"". <br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>7. During the event of war, the DPRK Naval fleets are to be sent on patrols around the coast of north korean waters, while the army and air forces engage in a campaign to liberate the country.<br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>김정은</div></div><br/><br/><hr/><br/><div align=""center""></div></td></tr></table><br/><br/>The generals looked over the plan, and Kim continued to speak. ""Let me break this all down to you. By Infiltrating South Korean Naval Bases, we shall blow them away, taking away the ability to launch an naval attack from behind like they did back in the Korean War. All of this will be conducted at the same time, we need the power stations to go down to help scatter their forces, along with taking out their radio centers. With the South Korean Uniforms, we can have it seem like South Korea, in response to the attacks chooses to attack us, giving us the go. Assassination of the President and blowing of the bank is a bonus. We will finally win superiority over the south, and re-unite Korea. These shall be conducted North Korean Special Forces, so they shall not fail"".<br/><br/>The Generals seemed to like the idea, and also added in suggestions for how our forces could over-run the south's military. Word was later sent to operatives working inside South Korea, to being ""Sowing the seeds of dissent"".<br/><br/><hr/><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://rooydadnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/north-korea.jpg""/><br/><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">Sohae Launching Center, Pyongyang, North Korea</span></div><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">January 1st 2015</span></span><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">2:40 p.m</span></div><br/>The Missile, Titled Taepodong-2 Unit 2, is preparing for launch. Kim Jong-Un, has been given binoculars from the scientist working around the facility, and the launch is allowed to be broadcasted for the Foreign Media to see. The missile was reported to be able to launch 6,000 Kilometers from the launch pad, but the last failed after forty five seconds.<br/><br/>Automated Voice: ""Missile Preparing to Launch, Repeat Missile Preparing to Launch! All Staff, Clear the Launch Area!""<br/><br/>The Patrols and Scientist working around the missile soon moved back away from the rocket, and the voice began the counting.<br/><br/>""Rocket launch in, ten, nine, eight, seven, six, five, four, three, two, one. Fire!"".<br/><br/>The Rocket soon pushed itself into the air on the propulsion systems designed for it. It was target was in the Middle of the Pacific, North of Hawaii. As the missile left North Korean airspace, it was about ten minutes before word was reached that it finally crashed in the ocean. Kim soon began discussing how far it went, and the scientist almost dropped his glasses. His reply, ""Supreme Leader..., the Missile went 8,500 Kilometers...<br/><br/><hr/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">Ryongsong Palace, Pyongyang, North Korea</span></div><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">January 1st 2015</span></span><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">4:00 p.m</span></div><br/><br/>Supreme Leader Kim-Jong-un, walked around his palace admiring his guard attachment around it. He felt at times, that nothing would ever happen to him with then around, and the thought of this gave him comfort. He had then sat back down at his desk, as he wished to send a message to some of his two old neighboring friends, to improve relations.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""China""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><table border=""1"" cellpadding=""0"" cellspacing=""0"" width=""85%""><tr><td><hr/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 210%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #BF0040"">DPRK Ministry of Foreign Affairs</span></span><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/XfIa8oV.png""/></div><br/><span style=""margin-left: 50px;""></span>To the People's Republic of China.<br/><br/><div align=""justify""><div style=""margin-left:75px; margin-right:75px; margin-bottom:5px; margin-top:5px""><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span> For decades, North Korea and China have been the closest of friends through some very troubled and dangerous time throughout the history of both of our nations. We have both had our roots towards the beginning of human civilization, we have been with you on the border since our great ancestors ruled a Dynasty, which we have implemented a new bloodline on. Both of us have sacrificed our people, not because we wanted to, but because we had no other option but to, to secure long-lasting stability and prosperity. With this bond that we held throughout the dark days of the Cold War, to opposing western expansion into the Asian Hemisphere, we hope to give a branch of the olive tree to you, in extension to our lasting friendship.<br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>Today, our great leader Kim-Jong Un, currently representing the North Korean peaples will and grandfather Kim-Il Sung, has found it wise in all his knowledge, to normalize relations and allow for the North to one day liberate the western influence in the South. Normally, a ceasefire is mutually beneficial, or at least benefits the civilians on both sides, however in this conflict it has endangered the lives of civilians on both sides, and tensions seem to rise with no end in site. There is currently a massive North Korean force still roaming the DMZ of the two countries, they are without supplies and replenishment, their morale is likely extremely low and our soldiers more most likely starving fighting for what they believe in. However, the sheer size of this force presents a major threat to the government of South Korea, and in response they have requested aid from the United States to try and curb our influence. We would like to personally assure you that these steps on behalf of the North Koreans, are taken in defense of our wonderful country, and we mean to not push a border conflict that would endanger the western versions of our notable heritage. <br/><br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span> The Grand Nation of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea, wishes for China to send a ambassador to Pyongyang, to discuss a new treaty of friendship, and propose new measures for the rise of the DPRK, which has been loss in recent years. <br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>We are, however, taking into consideration that our Nuclear Program may have caused you to raise some distrust, or even complaints against us. We assure you that these will be taken into considerations during the talks, and will allow United Nations inspections of the plants, to ensure economic aid can be brought to our country.<br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>We did not ask for this war we find ourselfs in, we did not want to fight our brothers in the south, yet the mistakes of others again threaten the stability of the region, we will work hard to ensure the talks are beneficial for all of the people of Korea.<br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>김정은</div></div><br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 50px;""></span>Hopeful,<br/><span style=""margin-left: 60px;""></span><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/6/64/KimJongUnSign.png""/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 50px;""></span>Supreme Leader of the DPRK,<br/><span style=""margin-left: 50px;""></span>The Democratic Peoples Republic of Korea, <br/><hr/><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/wtu0A1K.png""/></div></td></tr></table></div></div></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Russia""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><table border=""1"" cellpadding=""0"" cellspacing=""0"" width=""85%""><tr><td><hr/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 210%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #BF0040"">DPRK Ministry of Foreign Affairs</span></span><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/XfIa8oV.png""/></div><br/><span style=""margin-left: 50px;""></span>To the Russian Federation.<br/><br/><div align=""justify""><div style=""margin-left:75px; margin-right:75px; margin-bottom:5px; margin-top:5px""><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span> For decades, North Korea and Russia have had a lasting relation. Russia is responsible for putting our eternal president Kim-Il Sung, into a stable position of power to curb western influence. I am sure that lately, relations have been a little sour, but we wish to make this not so. Both of us have sacrificed our people, not because we wanted to, but because we had no other option but to, to secure long-lasting stability and prosperity. With this bond that we held throughout the dark days of the Cold War, to opposing western expansion into the Asian Hemisphere, we hope to give a branch of the olive tree to you, in extension to our lasting friendship.<br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>Today, our great leader Kim-Jong Un, currently representing the North Korean peaples will and grandfather Kim-Il Sung, has found it wise in all his knowledge, to normalize relations and allow for the North to one day liberate the western influence in the South. Normally, a ceasefire is mutually beneficial, or at least benefits the civilians on both sides, however in this conflict it has endangered the lives of civilians on both sides, and tensions seem to rise with no end in site. There is currently a massive North Korean force still roaming the DMZ of the two countries, they are without supplies and replenishment, their morale is likely extremely low and our soldiers more most likely starving fighting for what they believe in. However, the sheer size of this force presents a major threat to the government of South Korea, and in response they have requested aid from the United States to try and curb our influence. We would like to personally assure you that these steps on behalf of the North Koreans, are taken in defense of our wonderful country, and we mean to not push a border conflict that would endanger the western versions of our notable heritage. <br/><br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span> The Grand Nation of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea, wishes for Russia to send a ambassador to Pyongyang, to discuss a new treaty of friendship, and propose new measures for the rise of the DPRK, which has been loss in recent years. <br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>We are, however, taking into consideration that our Nuclear Program may have caused you to raise some distrust, or even complaints against us. We assure you that these will be taken into considerations during the talks, and will allow United Nations inspections of the plants, to ensure economic aid can be brought to our country.<br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>We did not ask for this war we find ourselfs in, we did not want to fight our brothers in the south, yet the mistakes of others again threaten the stability of the region, we will work hard to ensure the talks are beneficial for all of the people of Korea.<br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>김정은</div></div><br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 50px;""></span>Hopeful,<br/><span style=""margin-left: 60px;""></span><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/6/64/KimJongUnSign.png""/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 50px;""></span>Supreme Leader of the DPRK,<br/><span style=""margin-left: 50px;""></span>The Democratic Peoples Republic of Korea, <br/><hr/><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/wtu0A1K.png""/></div></td></tr></table></div></div></div><br/><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Minor Actions</span></span><br/>- Operation Kishkow is proceeding as planned.<br/>- Targets identified for attacks are Gyeryong (Naval HQ), Donghae (Commander First Fleet), Pyeongtaek (Command Second Fleet), Mokpo (Command Third Fleet), Pusan (Kori Number One Nuclear Plant), Seoul (Bank of Korea & Blue House).<br/>- Premier Pak Pong-ju has gone on a tour to Vietnam, Iran, Egypt, Nigeria, and Cuba to solidify relations."
1218,2015 Modern World RP [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320708,2014-11-19T14:43:00,Xelryion Curvgfann,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><div align=""center"">Islamic State</div></span></span><br/><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/P2rXfhq.jpg""/></div><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">January 1, 2015 </span><br/><br/>The fight against the infidels was continuing on for months now. The city of Derna, in Libya, had just fallen into IS hands. More and more recruits were pouring in from numerous countries. Twitter was still being used as a useful thing to recruit from.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Haditha, Iraq</span></span><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/Hkt0ler.jpg""/></div><br/><span style=""font-size: 85%; line-height: 116%;""><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">IS fighters in Haditha</span></div></span><br/><br/>The fighting in Haditha continued. The dam was still under IS control, and if they wished to, they could easily blow it up, and flood the entire area. But they wouldn't, not yet, anyways. A large push in the city was being planned, to shove out the Iraqis and capture the town. Fighters were gathering outside of town, atleast a force of about 640, to be exact. 400 would move over to the east, where they would attack from the eastern part of the city, and then squeeze in, and sandwich the city, eventually killing off the resistance, and capturing the city. They gathered stolen weapons and supplies, giving it to the unarmed. A force of 60 civilians forced to fight were being sent from a tiny town north of Haditha.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">-2 Hours later-</span><br/><br/>The force was ready to strike. They began to gather up their weapons and supplies, and were sent into the fray. The 60 civilians arrived at least 10 minutes ago, being forced to run in the barren hot desert, and, if lucky, were driven in cars. Thus, when they arrived, they were tired, dehydrated, weak, and hungry. But they continued to run. Many were equipped with ""weapons"" such as bricks, knifes, sometimes pistols, and some didn't even have weapons, just their fists. The fear in their eyes was piercing. They knew they would be killed, they knew none of them would survive.<br/><br/>When the force got back into Haditha, the civilians forced into battle were forced to charge into a spray of bullets, to act as meat-shields, for the enemy to waste their bullets on, and drive attention away from the main force. If they tried to run back, they would be shot down or, if they were close enough, their legs would be shot and the crippled dragged over, being decapitated. The civilians charged into the fray, and were quickly shot down. Only 2 ran away to the IS lines, only to be shot down. As the civilians were being massacred, the fighters advanced, running for cover and firing at the same time. The Iraqi lines began to quickly weaken as morale was dropping. Suddenly, the 400 fighters arrived on the eastern part of town. Iraqi forces over there were weak and few, so they were quickly overrun. The 400 began to push further in while the main force kept the largest part of the garrison in check. The 400 was pushing deeper in, and then 200 split, heading to aid the main force. The two managed to finally crush the main garrison, and any survivors were terrified, unable to fight any further. The survivors, 52 soldiers, surrendered. But they knew their fate, and that would be a massacre.<br/><br/>Their hands were tied with rope, and they were blindfolded, and marched into the desert. They were brought to their knees, with fighters aiming their guns straight at their heads. This was being recorded. A man, presumably a fighter, began to speak. ""The Islamic State does not hold any prisoners, nor will it ever. These pigs that you call ""men"", are worthless cowards that deserve to be punished. You will know this soon enough. Allahu Akbar!"" The fighters chanted. ""Allahu Akbar! Allahu Akbar!"". Then, bullets sprayed. The prisoners were gunned down, and all of this was on camera. They waved their guns in the air, cheering on. The video was sent to the Iraqi Government, and was uploaded on Youtube, but was shortly deleted in only 10 minutes, with just 10 views, half of them being apart of IS. It was uploaded to the offical IS website only in the Deep Web. It also found itself in Liveleak.<br/><br/>This was only the beginning of the great Caliphate."
1219,2015 Modern World RP [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320708,2014-11-19T15:37:00,San Mazer,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #FF0000"">Syrian Arab Republic</span></span></div><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/8/82/Coat_of_arms_of_Syria.svg/443px-Coat_of_arms_of_Syria.svg.png""/></div><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""color: #FF0000""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">1st January, 2015</span></span></div><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""color: #FF0000"">Aleppo</span></span></span></div><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/5/59/Bombed_out_vehicles_Aleppo.jpg/640px-Bombed_out_vehicles_Aleppo.jpg""/></div><br/><br/>As the sun rose in the war-torn streets of Aleppo, Syria's largest city, the prospect began to dawn that the bloody civil war would continue into it's fourth year. Battles continue to rage all over the country and there appears to be no end in sight. Here in the northwest, the battle for Aleppo continues on as the Syrian Army resumes it's offensive after a bloody stalemate over the winter. The assaults of October and November have placed a large portion of the city back under Government control and it currently holds all supply routes into the city.<br/><br/>Still, the rebels under siege refuse to surrender despite the odds and the withdrawal of Opposition fighters, battling for every inch of the city. Deep within the combat zone, small groups of Pro-Assad soldiers move along the dusty roads into rebel held territory, their AKs held with a sense of unease and weariness. ""Move up, men. Watch those windows."" Barked their CO in Arabic. The threat of rebel snipers could not be underestimated, especially not in the ruined streets of Aleppo. Subsequently, in the past few years the Syrian army has had to adapt from a much more common conventional army into a flexible, specialized force to counter the insurgency tactics and guerrilla warfare employed by the Opposition forces.<br/><br/>Slowly, the troops advanced, checking each alleyway and entrance for the danger of enemy fighters. But little did they know, they were being watched. As one unlucky soldier crossed the street to aid his comrade in examining a compound entrance, the distinct crack of a Dragunov rang out in the area. The soldier dropped with a wet thud into the dirt, his squadmates running for cover. ""He's there! In the building!"" shouted one of them, pointing at an apartment block down the street. The squad looked up to see a shadowy figure running across the rooftops, his deadly deed accomplished. The troops began firing, their rifles chattering as bullets impacted along the building's structure. With a quick order, the commander ordered his men inside to find this rebel fighter and take him out.<br/><br/>A portion of the squad began to move into the building, cautious of any more rebels within, while one man looked over to see his fellow soldier lying dead in the street. Events like these, sometimes much worse, occurred around Syria every day. It was clear to anyone that this war was far from over...<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""color: #FF0000""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Damascus</span></span></span></div><br/><br/>The President, Bashar al-Assad, looked over his reports for the day.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Excellent. I hear our Iranian friends are sending more support. Be sure to thank them.""</span>He said to one of his advisers. The situation in Syria had somewhat improved for Assad in the past year or so. The FSA had been fragmented by infighting and many radical groups had formed within it, leading to fierce fighting among opposition fighters and the questioning of Western support for these rebels. The Syrian Army had pressed many offensives into major areas and regained a lot of territory lost in the previous years. However, the rebels still fight on, especially in the south on the border with Israel, capturing several towns and cities. A different threat looms in the east as well. Islamic State has seized vast swathes of territory in both Syria and Iraq and has inflicted a few demoralizing defeats on Assad's army, especially in the region of Raqqah.<br/><br/>US airstrikes had helped in weakening IS in Syria despite their unauthorized nature but the threat still remained.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""How goes things in the east?""</span>Assad questioned.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""We've been trying to carry out airstrikes against Islamic State, but no word on their effect Sir. Our bases in the region appear to be holding and we should have reinforcements out there soon. With luck, we should be able to recapture territory they have occupied by the end of the month.""</span>One of his generals stated. Assad sighed.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Excellent, I suppose. We should contact the Iranians to see if we can arrange more support in these areas. If we show enough commitment to vanquishing IS, perhaps the West will be more cooperative.""</span>The president proposed. The adviser replied.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Perhaps...""</span>"
1220,2015 Modern World RP [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320708,2014-11-19T15:45:00,The Greater Lebanon,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><div align=""center"">President of the Republic of Lebanon</div></span></span><br/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.presidency.gov.lb/News%20Photos/_w/hot%20new%20press%20release_jpg.jpg""/></div><br/><br/>With the final election of a president of Lebanon a large sigh of relief swept the nation as many expected that the election would grant the movement of political actions to speed up in the wake of a increasingly powerful Islamic State Army and Lebanon's being dragged into the Syrian Civil War nearby. President Alexandre el Khoury, a Maronite Christian and president elect of Lebanon set up a meeting with the Prime Minister Tammam Salam in a private meeting to discuss their plan for Lebanon. Hezbollah remained silent on the election of the president, as he was seen by many as a non coalition independent leader. Both Christian leaders of the Lebanese Forces that is aligned with the Anti-hezbollah coalition and the leader of the Free patriotic movement aligned with Hezbollah both lost their legitimacy among the Christian coalition as the people had voted a new man that did not have any ties to past crimes and treason against the Lebanese people. At this point the majority of the Christians in Lebanon had been unified under one dominant force. The President called for the continuation of the United Nations peacekeeping force in South Lebanon and requested the UN and foreign nations to donate money to help Syrian refugees in Lebanon numbering some 1.5 million in a country of 4 million.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Presidential Palace,Baa'bda, Lebanon</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>President: Salam, we need to discuss the issue of removing our nation from this conflict and preparing it in order to defend itself from an increasing number of attacks from Al Qaeda and Jihadist terrorists. What is the current situation on the 3 billion arms deal from France and the 1 billion donation from the Kingdom(Saudi Arabia)?<br/><br/>Prime Minister: At this moment our negotiators in Paris have informed us that the deal with France will be finalized soon, the equipment is likley to come in as Anti-Tank missiles, stingers, VAB armored carriers, and large quantities of firearms and modern military equipment in body armor and night vision. The donation from Saudi will be finalized soon in Riyadh. <br/><br/>President: Very well, we need to move Lebanon away from this conflict, Hezbollah keeps on dragging its feet in Syria bringing these Jihadists into Lebanon time and time again, I am going to summon the director of the Internal Security Forces, head of our Army special forces, certain members of the army high command and intelligence. I need you to talk to our high ranking Sunni generals and bring them to the meeting tomorrow to discuss a new plan for Lebanon. <br/><br/>Salam: This I will, however I warn you to not initiate any conversation with Christian or Sunni political leaders in Lebanon as they will open their mouths and let the whole world know, the Hezbollah does not know of this and shouldn't know. For now I am going to order more units north of Tripoli to close off multiple entrances into the city as Daesh has made secretive gains there. <br/></div></blockquote></span><br/>____________________________<br/><br/>With only Prime Minister and the President planning to initiate a plan in Lebanon the Speaker did not know and was left uninformed of the decision. The Lebanese army was split among Christians, Sunni, Shiites, and Druze in which if any sectarian strife took place the army would fracture. Army units are usually restricted into entering fragile religious battles. At the same time Lebanese army units move reinforcements in and around Tripoli to crackdown on Jihadist extremism. With Hezbollah as a dominant military and political force in Lebanon, the new government knew it could not upset it..yet. Hezbollah's military capabilities allow it to gain victories on open battles or urban combat however it is unable to occupy an area of great numbers in which the population is either ethnically different or religiously different and vehemently against it. This creates a delicate situation in Lebanon that could implode at any time."
1221,2015 Modern World RP [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320708,2014-11-19T17:48:00,Galter Gulcher,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/en/thumb/f/f3/Flag_of_Russia.svg/640px-Flag_of_Russia.svg.png""/></div><br/>Russia, the land were everything was just fantastic. In the Kremlin, the Government was constantly looking for better ways to exert its influence across the globe. On the top of the list was stopping ISIS in Iraq and Syria (as well as helping the Assad government with its other enemies) and most importantly was Ukraine.<br/><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-style: italic"">To Supreme Leader of Iran Ali Khameni</span><br/>We are concerned by the growth of the tumor that is ISIS in Iraq and Syria, so we would like to due our part to help by deploying 12 <span style=""font-style: italic"">Su-24</span> Attack aircraft and a Ilyushin <span style=""font-style: italic"">Il-78</span> refueler to Dezful Airbase in your nation. These craft will conduct operations against ISIS in Iraq and Syria. Also, pending the approval of the Iraqi government I would like to deploy ground forces to help in the effort.<br/>Respectfully,<br/>Vladimir Putin, President of the Russian Federation</blockquote><br/><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-style: italic"">To President Bashar Al-Assad</span><br/>The Russian Federation would like permission to deploy a small force to the conflicted city of Aleppo, we are confident that order will be restored to the city in time and when sucsesfull this exploratory force would be diverted via air transport to Deir-ez-Zor to assist your forces there against ISIS.</blockquote><br/><br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Donetsk Border, Vyselky-Avilo-Upsenka Crossing</span><br/>A total of 100 trucks carrying:<br/>300,000 Kilos of Grain.<br/>100,000 Kilos of Potatoes<br/>150,000 Kilos of Cabbage<br/>250,000 Kilos of Turnip and Carrot<br/>150,000 Kilos of Medical supplies,Baby food,Diapers,Clothing and plenty of other daily needed objects<br/><br/>There were also a select few trucks witch possed not baby food and Potatoes, but contained millitary gear. Helmets,cammo nets,Ammunition,a couple mortars,rangefinders,grenades and tons of other gear that soldiers might need.<br/>Once crossing, 50 trucks would head North to Luhansk and the other 50 would go west to Donetsk. There, the rebels would be in charge of diving up the food to were ever it was needed.<br/><br/><br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Moscow,Press Conference</span><br/>All the major news channels were tuned in, Putin was expected to make a major announement. He delivered.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">My countrymen, I have come here to announce my signing of a decree against corruption. The decree will establish new and much more stricter methods of cracking down on corruption. Firstly, I would like to speak of the epidemic that saddens me of some of our nations police officers. While most of our brave officers are law abiding men and women, there are a select few who have accepted bribes. I encourage citizens to report police officers who engage in such illegal behavior.<br/>Secondly, I would like to speak of corruption in the Federal Government, it must be cracked down upon. Fines and stricter sentences shall be imposed on all public servants who are found to be engaging in illegal corruption. It shall no longer be tolerated. That is all.</span>People were shocked, reporters and citizens alike. Putin had just made a stand that no one could have ever imagined to come from the man."
1222,2015 Modern World RP [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320708,2014-11-19T20:18:00,Zechaslavia,"<img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.flagshag.com/smaller/northamericancoats/Canada_Coat_of_Arms.jpg""/><br/>Ottawa, Canada. January 4th, 2015 9:13am<br/>One of Prime ministers Stephen Harpers officials came to him and put the 'world' section of a Canadian news paper on his desk. Stephen read over it, seeing that ISIS is gaining more territory and North Korea launched a missle north of Hawaii. He told his official to call in one of his top advisors. One of his advisors named William Coeur. ""North korea always makes these spuratic missle launch tests so probably nothing to worry about now sir"" William responds after looking at the paper. ""However ISIS is spreading to Libya and we cannot allow them to take more ground sir, we have to act. ""I understand this will"" responds the prime minister as he sips his morning coffee. "" Were already doing airstrikes but they prove to be ineffective. We should start training and funding moderate rebels the way America is and if that dosent work than we might have to put boots on the ground, although when I was at my last meeting with Barack we discussed the need to get rid of Al assad and his regime, so hopefully if we do deploy troops we will take out al assad then take back territory from ISIS. We are also thinking of sending more aid to Israel so they can continue to wage their war against hamas"".<br/>Harper then told his official to tell the senate that their will be a meeting at 1:00pm today to discuss Syrian intervention and the possibility of increasing aid sent to Israel."
1223,2015 Modern World RP [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320708,2014-11-19T21:22:00,United Kingdom of Kent,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.ngw.nl/heraldrywiki/images/9/97/Australi.jpg""/></div><br/><br/>Another session of the Australian government opened for the new year, Tony Abbot walked towards the cabinet room to begin the mass of work that lay before him and his government. The world was quickly becoming a darker place once more, the shadow of distrust had fallen across the globe following the actions of Russia and the rise of the Islamic State barbarians in the middle east. Even within Australia work was need to continue to grow the economy and to make Australia a global trading partner.<br/><br/>As he entered the room the ministers within stood out of respect and stayed standing for both the national and royal anthem that followed to mark this new years first meeting. As they sat they wasted no time in setting out a preliminary plan for Q1 of 2015.<br/><br/>Points from the cabinet sessions<br/><br/>International:<br/>- Call for a Commonwealth meeting to discuss the chances of creating a Commonwealth free trade zone, mostly between the more developed countries within the organisation.<br/>-Promote Australian support for any action against IS in Iraq and Syria.<br/>-Offer Australian military and funding support to Commonwealth and small island nations in the pacific region<br/><br/>Military:<br/>-in light of growing world tensions to promote the growth of the professional army by 10,000 men over a 4 year period, this would be achieved by offers of cash and benefit incentives to existing reserve members if they became full time. It was hoped this tactic would reduce the costs needed to equip and train fresh recruits.<br/>-At the same time ensuring that the reserve deficit created by this professional incentive act would be quickly filled.<br/>-The Australian cadet forces are to be officially brought under direct military reserve control and will operate as a training tool, but also as a emergency force that will help deal with natural disasters in their local area.<br/><br/>Domestic:<br/>-Australian border control will be maintained in its stringent form<br/>-Industry will receive a cash stimulus to ensure further growth and it is hoped a Commonwealth trade zone would promote the sale of Australia's natural resources to a more global market.<br/><br/>To the United Kingdom<br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">To her royal highness Queen Elizabeth the II of Australia and her other realms<br/><br/>Your majesty we your humble servants request your presence at the 2015 Commonwealth economic zone talks we are planning to hold in Canberra, it is hoped your unifying presence and years of experience will be of great benefit to these talks.<br/><br/>Your humble servant<br/>The honourable Tony Abbot, Prime Minister of the Commonwealth of Australia</div></div></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">To the honourable David Cameron, Prime Minister of the United Kingdom<br/><br/>Your honour it is hoped your presence or that of a high ranking government minister can be expected at the Commonwealth Canberra talks, we hope to discuss the chance of closer Commonwealth cooperation in particular that of allowing trade to more easily flow between the Commonwealth realms and more developed members.<br/><br/>Yours sincerly<br/>The honourable Tony Abbot, Prime Minister of the Commonwealth of Australia</div></div></div><br/><br/>To all further Commonwealth members:<br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">An open message has been dispatched to Commonwealth members requesting their presence at a Commonwealth meeting planned in Canberra within which it is hoped numerous ideas for cooperation and economic growth can be discussed and tabled, in particular our wish to discuss a deal from which trade can more easily be created and maintained within our organisation.<br/><br/>Yours sincerely<br/>The honourable Tony Abbot, Prime Minister of the Commonwealth of Australia</div></div></div><br/><br/>The Australian government further condemns the North Korean aggressive actions and in particular their launch of a long range ballistic missile just north of Hawaii. An obvious act of provocation against the United States. it offers its full diplomatic support to the Southern Korean state and the United States."
1224,2015 Modern World RP [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320708,2014-11-19T22:40:00,Kanatistan,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">New Delhi Parliament Building</span><br/>After a recent scandal involving Prime Minister Modi and a prostitute the Hindu Ultra-Nationalist majority has demanded his resignation. The leading party, Iṇḍiyana nēśanala libarēśana pārṭī (Indian National Liberation Party or INLP) has begun broadcasting messages about the Bharatiya Janata Party, to which Modi belongs to, is corrupt and has betrayed the India and the Hindu People.<br/>""भारतीय जनता पार्टी भारत को धोखा दिया गया है! मोदी और उनके सहयोगियों पर भ्रष्टाचार में भाग लिया और भारतीय राजनीति में भाग लेने के लिए अयोग्य हैं! वे राष्ट्रवादी होने का दावा अभी तक वे बौद्ध, कम्युनिस्टों, और मुसलमान के साथ हाथ पकड़! आप भारत के लिए जो करना चाहते हैं? अच्छा या बुरा?""<br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Transliteration in English""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Bhāratīya janatā pārṭī bhārata kō dhōkhā diyā gayā hai! Mōdī aura unakē sahayōgiyōṁ para bhraṣṭācāra mēṁ bhāga liyā aura bhāratīya rājanīti mēṁ bhāga lēnē kē li'ē ayōgya haiṁ! Vē rāṣṭravādī hōnē kā dāvā abhī taka vē baud'dha, kamyunisṭōṁ, aura musalamāna kē sātha hātha pakaṛa! Āpa bhārata kē li'ē jō karanā cāhatē haiṁ? Acchā yā burā?</div></div></div><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Translated to English""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">The Bharatiya Janata Party has betrayed India! Modi and his colleagues participated in corruption and should not be eligible to participate in Indian politics! Yet they claim to be nationalists yet hold the hands of Buddhists, Communists, and Moslems! Who do you want for India? Good or Evil?</div></div></div><br/><br/>Modi resigned the next day along with many of his fellow BJP's. The parliament has ordered an early election to take place immediately. Due to current public opinion the parties that are expected to gain seats are the INLP, Telugu Desam Party, All India Trinamool Congress and the NCP. Parties projected to lose seats in both houses are the Left Front, BJP, Biji Janata Dal, and the AIADMK.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Kingdom of Bhutan</span><br/>The Indian National Army has sent 10,000 soldiers to Bhutan, which is protected by India, to ""Protect against internal threats..."" This action has brought controversy however and many suspect that it is a way to harass the majority Buddhist population. Evidence supports this as Indian soldiers in the Kingdom of Bhutan have raided the Bumthang Temple and beat the monks and people there. The officers involved are to be tried by a military court but this doesn't seem to be taken seriously.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Punjab</span><br/>In Punjab, Sikh religious groups have begun protesting the governments new order that all power and water supplies be shut down from 12:00 AM to 11:00 AM to ""save money and help the environmental strain"". The Sikhs have declared this act tyrannical and due to riots police have resorted to using tear gas, rubber bullets, and stun grenades as well as other forms of force on any and all protestors."
1225,2015 Modern World RP [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320708,2014-11-20T02:50:00,Hastiaka,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 130%; line-height: 116%;"">The Republic of Iceland, The Capital city of Reykjavik<br/>______________________________<br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/9/90/Coat_of_arms_of_Iceland.svg/640px-Coat_of_arms_of_Iceland.svg.png""/><br/>__________________________________________________________________________________<br/>''Glorious Iceland''<br/>_________________________________________________________________</span></div><br/><br/>The city's highway was heavy. It was rush hour. The children from different Universities and schools are heading home. Reykjavik was cold. Inside the Bessastaðir; the Presidential Palace, is a well organized and clean workplace. Government officials and civilian alike work in harmony in the halls of this building.<br/><br/>Glorious Iceland. Though not the shining star, it can be the spark. the Citizens live in harmony. Russia has just bailed out Iceland's economy. Moreover, the Economy is once again robust. President Ólafur Ragnar Grímsson and Prime Minister Sigmundur Davíð Gunnlaugsson has placed Iceland to a better position. Thousands of people work everyday. Children are being educated. Prostitution and ''Enslaving works'' are being banned and is decreasing.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, Iceland is pretty much isolated from much of the world's conflicts. Free from ebola, free from Russia or China, And definitely, free from total corruption. Livestock is abundant in the Area. Much of the people are free from oppression. Moreover, Russian minorities are being secretly imprisoned. Olafur and Sigmundr has plans for Iceland, Disgusting races such as Serbians and other Siberia-based races are being oppressed. So oppressed that no one has ever leaked it to the Russians in Moscow.<br/><br/>Glorious Iceland indeed. However, to deny the happenings outside her territory is to deny existence itself. Iceland, though not directly harmed, is wary and cautious about the events about ISIS and the North Korean missile. Perhaps a nuclear winter? Iceland doesn't fear that. they have NATO. Currently, Iceland is attempting to buy several Surface to air missiles from the United States of America. Is Iceland alright? yes in fact, it is better.<br/><br/>So, what will happen to iceland? Iceland will be a better nation. President Olafur and Prime Minister Sigmundur.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, Iceland is also acting upon the recent ebola outbreak. Health and Sanitation funds have skyrocketed.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""to The USA""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-size: 130%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Republic of Iceland<br/>______________________</span></span><br/><br/>Happy Greetings!<br/><br/>The Republic of Iceland is willing to buy some of your decommissioned Surface to Air Missile. Currently, Iceland cannot afford to risk her territories in war. the Armed forces of Iceland is poorly armed. We only have one patrol ship and 250 Soldiers.<br/><br/>Sincerely,<br/>The Icelandic Parliament</blockquote></div></div></div>"
1226,2015 Modern World RP [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320708,2014-11-20T10:37:00,Kisinger,"<img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/2/27/Coat_of_arms_of_Sweden_%28Greater%29.svg/787px-Coat_of_arms_of_Sweden_%28Greater%29.svg.png""/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Stockholm, Sweden</span><br/><br/>Prime Minister Stefan Löven was overlooking the new polls and noted something very alarming, Nationalist Parties have secured 20% a 8% rise since last year. He sighed and looked out his window overlooking Stockholm. In Malmö clashes between Muslims and Nationalist we're occurring once more. He then looked at ISIS reports in Iraq and Syria, nothing new. He knew this was his last term as Prime Minister and he knew it all to well. He called in the minister of Defense. As he entered ""Hello, please sit."" As Stefan pointed to a seat in front of his desk.<br/><br/>The Minister asked, ""May I ask why you brought me in sir?""<br/><br/>Stefan answered, ""I am increasing your budget of course, and going to buy a few ships from America and lastly get some of those new F-35 jets.""<br/><br/>The Minister said, ""That's great! How much are the costs gonna be? And we are in no way ready for more equipment sir.""<br/><br/>Stefan answered ""I do not know, but I have created a trade agreement with Norway, Finland, Denmark, and I will be sending a message to Iceland. We will get more men and then we can have the equipment.""<br/><br/>The Minister stood and said ""Understood sir I will begin preparations."" He exited the room as Stefan began typing his message.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""To the Republic of Iceland""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Dear Respected Leader of Iceland,<br/>I would like to invite you and your country to join a trade agreement along with Norway, Finland, and Denmark. It is called the Nordic Trade Pact. I hope it brings us Nordic nations close one more as we together raided Europe causing fear and havoc in the name of Brotherhood and gold. Now that we are civilized let us unite once more! In the name of Brotherhood, and Trade. <br/><br/>Signed,<br/>Stefan Löven, Prime Minister of Sweden.</div></div></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""To USA""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Dear Respected Leader of the United States of America,<br/><br/> We in Sweden would like to purchase som of your destroyers, as well as 120 F-35s Lightning IIs. Please send back the price.<br/><br/>Signed,<br/>Stefan Löven, Prime Minister of Sweden</div></div></div>"
1227,2015 Modern World RP [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320708,2014-11-20T11:17:00,Capsland,"<div style=""float: right;""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.flaginstitute.org/wp/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/UK-Union-Flag.png""/></div><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Australia""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To Tony Abbot,<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">We accept, as does her majesty, to your invitation to the Commonwealth talks in Canberra. Expect Queen Elizabeth II and her Prime Minister David Cameron to arrive later this week.<br/>Yours truly, Her Majesties Government of the United Kingdom </span></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Cyprus, UK Sovereign Airbase Territory</span></span><br/>One after another, Typhoons began flying off toward Syria. These were the best pilots in Europe and their job was to take out ISIS installations along the border of Turkey. This was of high priority, with most NATO nations attacking ISIS it was only a matter of time before British bombs started dropping on them especially that now ISIS was endangering a NATO member, Turkey. 5 groups of Typhoons flew in formation. The pilots all noticed a convoy of troops flying an ISIS flag, without hesitation they got into attack formation and fired rockets in front and behind the convoy. Within minutes the convoy was obliterated with just burning wreckage left. The Typhoons left to go a refuel in Cyprus.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Houses of Parliament</span></span><br/>""We need to send troops to Iraq and Turkey!"" A MP shouted. ""Why? We need to secure our own borders!"" Another shouted. Parliament was torn on the issue, whether to send troops to the UK's ally Turkey and Iraq or to stay back and bomb ISIS from afar. Public opinion clearly showed that troops in Iraq and Turkey would not be a popular decision but finally the Prime Minister called for vote. The vote was counted and came to a Nay vote. There would be no troops sent to the Middle East, yet.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">BBC News</span></span><br/>Today announced an all time high in the British economy with the car manufacturing and petroleum industries soaring in recent years, this is expected to boost the UK economy and get the UK out of debt fully by 2020. a rise in gdp is also expected."
1228,2015 Modern World RP [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320708,2014-11-20T11:55:00,Xelryion Curvgfann,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/05HLBMm.jpg""/></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Al-Raqqah, Syria</span><br/><br/>Baghdadi was certainly getting annoyed with these constant airstrikes by NATO, with the latest being near Turkey by the Royal Air Force. The airstrikes had been going on for many, many weeks, but this was the breaking point. If it continued any longer, it would seriously damage the caliphate. So, for this, he would punish the scum in Mosul. No, not in Mosul, but in many towns and cities under IS control. He began recording himself, speaking to the enemy.<br/><br/>""To the Kurds, the Syrians, Iraqis, Americans, and more. You have, for countless months, tried to drive away the good will of our lord Allah and our great caliphate. Your continuous airstrikes have been a hinder to, what we wish would be peace. But there is no peace with infidels, scum like you. For your repeated acts against the Muslim faith, we will be forced to punish our own people. Mosul, Haditha, Tikrit, Manbij, and many more. If you continue these horrendous acts, we will be forced to kill many, and Mosul will be punished greatly. If you continue striking us after our first warning, with your putrid, cowardly weapons, we will do something that -will- stop you. Allahu Akbar!""<br/><br/>The message was sent to the retaliating forces of the US, UK, France, Canada, and others. He wanted to slow down the airstrikes so IS could stop being hindered from above. Only time would tell if this message would work."
1229,2015 Modern World RP [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320708,2014-11-20T14:16:00,The Barbradian Republic,"<span style=""font-size: 300%; line-height: 116%;""><div align=""center""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""color: #FF0000"">Republic of Turkey</span></span></div></span><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.mapsofworld.com/images/world-countries-flags/turkey-flag.gif""/></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><div align=""center""><span style=""color: #FF0000"">1st January 2015</span></div></span></span></span><br/><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.newsmax.com/Newsmax/files/34/34613dd9-83e5-46d7-9692-7922ef769b5a.jpg""/></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><div align=""center""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""color: #FF0000"">Southern Turkish Border, Gaziantep</span></span></div></span></span><br/><br/><div align=""center"">The sun rises over Gaziantep, a small village at the south of Turkey 2 hours from largest city in Syria Aleppo. The town was once a popular tourist destination with over 4000 tourists coming each year before the Syrian Conflict that still rages on, and there is no end in sight for any of the two sides, the rise of IS has made Turkey unstable with the Middle East and cutting them off from the other countries that inhabit it. The small town of Gaziantep, over the last few months has claimed to have over 734 people within the last month due to the attacks of Doudyan and Ayn Al-Arab that have been taken by IS. Within the small of community, that was once a big bustling Economic powerhouse is now known to the Turkish Government as ghost town, the only life there now is the 4 Syrian Refugee camps that take up more than half of the remaining population of Gaziantep since the Turkish Natives have fled east to bigger cities within Turkey, and according to Turkish records by the end of June, there will be more than 7 Massive Refugee camps and the Town will be colonized by Syrians. Over 200 smalltime businesses within the town have been run out of town due to the 20% increase in crime due to clashes and riots between Syrian and Turkish people, The Turkish people frequency use the statement to Syrians; ""This is our land, and it shall always be our land, it shall never be overrun!"" Within a week a new squad of 150 soldiers will be sent from Ankara to Gaziantep and a futhermore 200 sent to the city of Suruç to keep the peace within the affected areas in the south.</div><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><div align=""center""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""color: #FF0000"">Southern Turkish Border, Suruç</span></span></div></span><br/><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://img.theepochtimes.com/n3/eet-content/uploads/2014/10/02/456293744-676x450.jpg""/></div><br/><br/><div align=""center"">The city of Suruç, is a city that is 3 hour drive from Gazentap and borders IS (Iraq's land) the government of Turkey have sent 200 troops to the city as there has been reports of people going missing during the night and the locals suspect that they maybe sneaking over the borders to fight for IS, and also that many children have been captured by IS miliants last week, the Turkish government has warned IS to stop its annoyiance into Turkey and to stop pushing futher into Syria and Iraq, or futher action will be taken against IS if they don't comply. The Turkish President told TNN that IS will be hit from a series of Bombing from Turkish F-14s and if furthermore is needed, then Turkey will have a full scale invasion of IS to stop the new Islamic ""empire"" that is brewing up still.</div><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-size: 300%; line-height: 116%;""><div align=""center"">Republic of Turkish Foreign Affairs</div></span><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.mapsofworld.com/images/world-countries-flags/turkey-flag.gif""/></div><br/><br/>To IS Head of State,<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">During this year the Middle East has gone through some hard times due to the rise of the capacitate of ISIS, therefore we send you this in-depth letter warning you if you and your ""government"" continue your actions within the Middle East, My government and the British Monarchy, and government have come up with a plan if you don't stop what you are doing in Turkey, to the Turkish people. The Turkish Government will begin a new project within the Next few weeks that will cost alot, but our government will allow for the protection of our people and land. The United Kingdom will be allowed to build an RAF base within the city of Mardin, from here will be where the bombing will advance from against ISIS.</span><br/><br/>If in anyway IS takes matters furthermore into depth then Turkey will declare war on the Islamic State, to avoid further threats from IS. The situation on Syria will be expanded on, if further action is taken against the IS, Syrian Refugees will be sent back to Syria, and if needed Turkey will begin help Syrian Rebels, not just to fight the corrupt government, but to fight against IS along aside our troops.<br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/f/f2/Recep_Tayyip_Erdo%C4%9Fan_signature.png""/></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, President of Republic of Turkey.</span>"
1230,2015 Modern World RP [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320708,2014-11-20T15:23:00,Xelryion Curvgfann,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Barbradian Republic <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320708&amp;p=22504412#p22504412"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-size: 300%; line-height: 116%;""><div align=""center""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""color: #FF0000"">Republic of Turkey</span></span></div></span><br/><div align=""center"">(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://www.mapsofworld.com/images/world-countries-flags/turkey-flag.gif"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><div align=""center""><span style=""color: #FF0000"">1st January 2015</span></div></span></span></span><br/><br/><div align=""center"">(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://www.newsmax.com/Newsmax/files/34/34613dd9-83e5-46d7-9692-7922ef769b5a.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><div align=""center""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""color: #FF0000"">Southern Turkish Border, Gaziantep</span></span></div></span></span><br/><br/><div align=""center"">The sun rises over Gaziantep, a small village at the south of Turkey 2 hours from largest city in Syria Aleppo. The town was once a popular tourist destination with over 4000 tourists coming each year before the Syrian Conflict that still rages on, and there is no end in sight for any of the two sides, the rise of IS has made Turkey unstable with the Middle East and cutting them off from the other countries that inhabit it. The small town of Gaziantep, over the last few months has claimed to have over 734 people within the last month due to the attacks of Doudyan and Ayn Al-Arab that have been taken by IS. Within the small of community, that was once a big bustling Economic powerhouse is now known to the Turkish Government as ghost town, the only life there now is the 4 Syrian Refugee camps that take up more than half of the remaining population of Gaziantep since the Turkish Natives have fled east to bigger cities within Turkey, and according to Turkish records by the end of June, there will be more than 7 Massive Refugee camps and the Town will be colonized by Syrians. Over 200 smalltime businesses within the town have been run out of town due to the 20% increase in crime due to clashes and riots between Syrian and Turkish people, The Turkish people frequency use the statement to Syrians; ""This is our land, and it shall always be our land, it shall never be overrun!"" Within a week a new squad of 150 soldiers will be sent from Ankara to Gaziantep and a futhermore 200 sent to the city of Suruç to keep the peace within the affected areas in the south.</div><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><div align=""center""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""color: #FF0000"">Southern Turkish Border, Suruç</span></span></div></span><br/><br/><div align=""center"">(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://img.theepochtimes.com/n3/eet-content/uploads/2014/10/02/456293744-676x450.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div><br/><br/><div align=""center"">The city of Suruç, is a city that is 3 hour drive from Gazentap and borders IS (Iraq's land) the government of Turkey have sent 200 troops to the city as there has been reports of people going missing during the night and the locals suspect that they maybe sneaking over the borders to fight for IS, and also that many children have been captured by IS miliants last week, the Turkish government has warned IS to stop its annoyiance into Turkey and to stop pushing futher into Syria and Iraq, or futher action will be taken against IS if they don't comply. The Turkish President told TNN that IS will be hit from a series of Bombing from Turkish F-14s and if furthermore is needed, then Turkey will have a full scale invasion of IS to stop the new Islamic ""empire"" that is brewing up still.</div><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-size: 300%; line-height: 116%;""><div align=""center"">Republic of Turkish Foreign Affairs</div></span><br/><div align=""center"">(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://www.mapsofworld.com/images/world-countries-flags/turkey-flag.gif"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div><br/><br/>To IS Head of State,<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">During this year the Middle East has gone through some hard times due to the rise of the capacitate of ISIS, therefore we send you this in-depth letter warning you if you and your ""government"" continue your actions within the Middle East, My government and the British Monarchy, and government have come up with a plan if you don't stop what you are doing in Turkey, to the Turkish people. The Turkish Government will begin a new project within the Next few weeks that will cost alot, but our government will allow for the protection of our people and land. The United Kingdom will be allowed to build an RAF base within the city of Mardin, from here will be where the bombing will advance from against ISIS.</span><br/><br/>If in anyway IS takes matters furthermore into depth then Turkey will declare war on the Islamic State, to avoid further threats from IS. The situation on Syria will be expanded on, if further action is taken against the IS, Syrian Refugees will be sent back to Syria, and if needed Turkey will begin help Syrian Rebels, not just to fight the corrupt government, but to fight against IS along aside our troops.<br/><br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/f/f2/Recep_Tayyip_Erdo%C4%9Fan_signature.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, President of Republic of Turkey.</span></div></blockquote><br/><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/Dv3cKcQ.jpg""/></div><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To the President of the Republic of Turkey, Recep Tayyip Erdoğan<br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><br/>The Islamic State cares not for your bickering quarrels and politics. We have ordered none from our ranks in your town of Suruc, and if you gain more reports of this, then you are allowed to search for them, and bring them to us. We will bring them to justice. As for your threats to attack us full-on, you would do well to remember our message to NATO. We will leave you alone for the time-being.</span><br/><br/>Abu Bakr Al-Bagdadi, Caliph of the Islamic State</blockquote>"
1231,2015 Modern World RP [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320708,2014-11-20T17:20:00,United Kingdom of Kent,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.ngw.nl/heraldrywiki/images/9/97/Australi.jpg""/></div><br/><br/>The foreign office in Canberra had received the threat to nations who had openly came out against IS or was in the process of of doing so. As the cabinet passed the foreign office report on the message around them there were looks of anger and some of fear, but as the conversation turned to reaction there was no disparity of views. A message was sent to the Governor General for him to use his prerogative to deploy Australian troops and the order was given to begin to prepare two squadrons of F/A-18 Hornets from the RAAF for use against IS in Iraq and their further occupation territory.<br/><br/>To other allies engaged already this message was sent:<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">To our honourable allies engaged against the Islamic State<br/><br/>We the government of Australia wish to let your forces and governments aware of our wish to deploy two squadrons to assist the air campaign against IS. However we need to have this squadron based in the region and ask for permission to make use a airfield in the region. <br/><br/>This could be either within a middle eastern ally or more preferably a US airfield or British airfield in Cyprus.<br/><br/>Yours sincerely<br/>The government of the Commonwealth of Australia</div></div></div><br/><br/>As talks of the problems occurring within the world dominated this days cabinet session and talk turned to joining NATO, something never really thought of due to geographic location and due to not in the past wanting to give the Warsaw Pact a excuse for conflict. However the benefits of the organisation far outweighed the negatives of remaining outside it at this time. However before applying Tony Abbot wished for New Zealand to join with Australia to present a united front.<br/><br/>To New Zealand (OCC: Seleucid its a NPC over to you to decide)<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">To our honourable allies and partners in New Zealand <br/><br/>It is our hope that Australia will join NATO and receive the security benefits it enjoys, now days the organisation is less of a northern hemisphere exclusive organisation and a global alliance for the cause of freedom and democracy. It is hoped your nation will join us as we begin our request to join, we are still unsure if we will be successful but if we are we want to present a united front alongside yourself a firm Commonwealth ally.<br/><br/>Yours sincerely<br/>The government of the Commonwealth of Australia</div></div></div>"
1232,2015 Modern World RP [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320708,2014-11-20T18:13:00,The Seleucids (Ancient),"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 250%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""color: #008000"">Islamic Republic of Iran</span></span></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/9tWY3VB.jpg?1""/><br/><span style=""color: #008000""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">January 6, 2015</span></span></span></div><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div style=""float: left;""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/4/4e/Emblem_of_Iran.svg/245px-Emblem_of_Iran.svg.png""/></div><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Adressed to: Vladimir Putin</span> <br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Moscow, Russian Federation</span><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Concerning Airfield use</span><br/><br/><br/>Following your recent request we have agreed to allow your troops to use the Dezful Airbase for attacks against the so called ""Islamic State""<br/>We hope this will bring peace to the region and above all peace to Iran.<br/>Furthermore, our officials in both Syria as Iraq have agreed on a Mutual plan to push IS and its allies towards their ending, we wish to see an oppertunity where we can work with Russia. The Ambassador will fill you in on this plan.<br/><br/>Signed by,<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Ali Khamenei, Supreme Leader of the Islamic Republic of Iran</span><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Hassan Rouhani, President of the Islamic Republic of Iran</span></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Iraq</span></span><br/><div style=""float: right;""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.guim.co.uk/static/w-620/h--/q-95/sys-images/Guardian/Pix/pictures/2014/10/14/1413295955022/Qassem-Suleimani-third-fr-010.jpg""/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Qasem Soleimani posing with Kurdish fighters in Iraq</span></div><br/>Qasem Soleimani, commander of the elite Quds forces and the brain behind the latest Iraqi victories against IS had now become in charge of the Iranian forces in Iraq and Syria.<br/>Now that reinforcements arrived in the both Iraq and Syria Soleimani had made a plan. This plan was agreed upon by the Syrian government, the Iraqi government and various militia's that where involved in the conflicts.<br/>Against the Syrian rebels the plan was to crush them, with the IS threat there was no time to enter long time battles, now the plan was to surround the rebels, leaving them two options, surrender or die.<br/>Against IS the plan was to create some sort of stable frontline, one that could be defended and one that could turn into a point of attack for further operations.<br/>Estimates where that the plan could be achieved in anywhere from 3 months to two years.<br/>In addition to the large scale offensives Soleimani also planned covert operations against IS. These where planned carefully along the large plan, sending in elite forces who would distribute weapons in secret, supporting a civillian uprising against the enemy.<br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Battle plan""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Purple = Hezbollah operations (Supported by the Syrian army)<br/>Blue = Iranian operations (Supported by the Syrian army, Iraqi army and Iraqi Shia militias)<br/>Orange = Syrian operations<br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/NRw12Rh.jpg?1""/><br/><br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i.imgur.com/Qhki109.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Larger version of the plan</a></div></div></div><br/><br/><br/>Following the new plan the Iranian forces in both Syria as Iraq where devided into several Battalions and brigades, each with their own missions.<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Syria</span></span><br/><span style=""font-size: 85%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-style: italic"">(Name - Amount - Target) Revolutionary Guards are Battalions and Basij Forces are Brigades</span></span><br/>1st Battalion - 500 - Homs countryside<br/>2nd Battalion - 500 - Homs countryside<br/>3rd Battalion - 500 - Damascus countryside<br/>4th Battalion - 500 - Southern Rebels<br/>5th Battalion - 500 - Southern Rebels<br/>6th Battalion - 500 - Southern Rebels<br/>7th Battalion - 500 - Central Rebels<br/>8th Battalion - 500 - Central Rebels<br/>9th Battalion - 500 - Western IS<br/>10th Battalion - 500 - Western IS<br/>11th Battalion - 500 - Western IS<br/>12th Battalion - 500 - Southern Syria-Iraq border<br/>13th Battalion - 500 - Deir Hafir<br/>14th Battalion - 500 - Aleppo<br/><br/>1st Brigade - 1,500 - Homs countryside<br/>2nd Brigade - 1,500 - Southern Rebels<br/>3rd Brigade - 1,500 - Southern Rebels<br/>4th Brigade - 1,500 - Central Rebels<br/>5th Brigade - 1,500 - Central Rebels<br/>6th Brigade - 1,500 - Central Rebels<br/>7th Brigade - 1,500 - Western IS<br/>8th Brigade - 1,500 - Western IS<br/>9th Brigade - 1,500 - Aleppo<br/>10th Brigade - 1,500 - Deir Hafir<br/><br/>Equipment: 5 Sukhoi Su-24 (Used when needed)<br/>Homs countryside - 10 M113, 3 M60 Patton, 65 Safir Jeep, 4 Bell 205<br/>Damascus countryside - 60 Safir Jeep, 3 Bell 205<br/>Southern Rebels - 20 M113, 30 M60 Patton, 100 Safir Jeep, 10 Neynava, 7 Bell 205, 5 Ra'ad<br/>Central Rebels - 20 M113, 5 M60 Patton, 75 Safir Jeep, 5 Neynava, 3 Bell 205<br/>Western IS - 20 M113, 50 M60 Patton, 200 Safir Jeep, 15 Neynava, 10 Bell 205, 5 Ra'ad, 5 Ababil<br/>Southern Syria-Iraq border - 5 M113, 2 M60 Patton, 25 Safir Jeep, 5 Neynava, 3 Bell 205, 5 Ababil<br/>Deir Hafir - 20 M113, 50 M60 Patton, 135 Safir Jeep, 15 Neynava, 5 Bell 205, 7 Ra'ad, 5 Ababil<br/>Aleppo - 5 M113, 10 M60 Patton, 40 Safir Jeep, 5 Bell 205, 3 Ra'ad</blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Iraq</span></span><br/><span style=""font-size: 85%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-style: italic"">(Name - Amount - Target) Revolutionary Guards are Battalions and Basij Forces are Brigades</span></span><br/>1st Battalion - 500 - Fallujah<br/>2nd Battalion - 500 - Fallujah<br/>3rd Battalion - 500 - Eastern Front<br/>4th Battalion - 500 - Eastern Front<br/>5th Battalion - 500 - Central Front<br/>6th Battalion - 500 - Central Front<br/>7th Battalion - 500 - Central Front<br/>8th Battalion - 500 - Tikrit<br/>9th Battalion - 500 - Western Front<br/>10th Battalion - 500 - Western Front<br/><br/>1st Brigade - 2,000 - Fallujah<br/>2nd Brigade - 2,000  - Eastern Front<br/>3rd Brigade - 1,500 - Tikrit<br/>4th Brigade - 1,500 - Western Front<br/><br/>Equipment: 6 HESA Azarakhsh (Used when needed)<br/>Fallujah - 10 M113, 15 M47 Patton, 10 Sarir, 15 Safir Jeep, 3 Neynava, 15 Raad 2<br/>Eastern Front - 20 M113, 10 M47 Patton, 30 Sarir, 170 Safir Jeep, 5 Neynava, 10 Raad 2, 8 Bell 205, 3 Ababil<br/>Central Front - 20 M113, 10 M47 Patton, 30 Sarir, 70 Safir Jeep, 5 Neynava, 10 Raad 2, 8 Bell 205, 3 Ababil<br/>Tikrit - 10 M113, 15 M47 Patton, 10 Sarir, 15 Safir Jeep, 3 Neynava, 15 Raad 2<br/>Western Front - 40 M113, 20 Sarir, 230 Safir Jeep, 4 Neynava, 14 Bell 205, 4 Ababil</blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Lebanon</span></span><br/>In Lebanon several low profiled officials had taken up on rumors that the president wanted to ""combat"" Hezbollah in Lebanon.<br/>While talking to several Lebanese officials and Hezbollah officials they found out that at least a part of these rumors where true. Iran could not have Lebanon to oppose Hezbollah in its nation, though some understood the reasoning of the Lebanes president. In response Rouhani cam with an offer on which Hezbollah had agreed to.<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div style=""float: left;""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/4/4e/Emblem_of_Iran.svg/245px-Emblem_of_Iran.svg.png""/></div><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Adressed to: Tammam Salam</span> <br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Beirut, Lebanese Republic</span><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Concerning Hezbollah</span><br/><br/><br/>We have picked up on recent rumors and have discovered that several of these rumors are indeed true. Iran does not wish to see the result of these and we wish to continue our relations on good terms. In regards to these rumors we made an offer that will hopefully bring you on a different and more suitable path.<br/><br/><br/><br/><br/><br/>If Lebanon agrees to:<br/>Cooperate with Hezbollah on fighting extremists in and outside of the Lebanese borders.<br/>Promote Social programs in Lebanon funded by Hezbollah and Iran.<br/>Cooperate with Iran on security issues in the Middle-East.<br/><br/>Iran will agree to:<br/>Invest 40 Billion in the housing, education, welfare and security sectors of Lebanon.<br/>Offer a discount on Iranian made military and Industrial equipment for Lebanon.<br/><br/>Hezbollah will agree to:<br/>Stay within a 50km zone range of the border of Lebanon in Syria.<br/>Cooperate with the Lebanese government on the matters of fighting terrorism.<br/>Keeping its arms down within Lebanon unless an external threat attacks the nation.<br/>Share Intelligence with the Lebanese government.<br/>Share its arsenal with the Lebanese government in times of great need.<br/><br/>We hope that you take this offer into consideration as we do not wish to see a new Lebanese civil war.<br/><br/>Signed by,<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Ali Khamenei, Supreme Leader of the Islamic Republic of Iran</span><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Hassan Rouhani, President of the Islamic Republic of Iran</span></blockquote><br/>If the President would accept this offer, Iran would send Hezbollah free non-lethal equipment such as radars, bullet proof vests, helmets, mine clearing equipment and other simular equipment.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Tehran</span></span><br/>Now that the first pieces where on the table, Rouhani wanted to make sure that the promise he made to the people would become a reality. After years of talks an agreement on the Nuclear Program of Iran had not been reached yet, and while being close several times he had not been able to close the deal.<br/>It was time for fresh talks, a fresh start with more options on the table.<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div style=""float: left;""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/4/4e/Emblem_of_Iran.svg/245px-Emblem_of_Iran.svg.png""/></div><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Adressed to: P5+1</span> <br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">United States, Russia, China, United Kingdom, France, Germany</span><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Talks on the Nuclear struggle</span><br/><br/><br/>We wish to pick a date for a new and fresh round of talks regarding our nuclear ambition. We have seen the effect of the failing talks as much as you have and we fear that if agreements are not reached we will all end up with nothing but problems.<br/>Please inform us of your preferred date for talks.<br/><br/>Signed by,<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Ali Khamenei, Supreme Leader of the Islamic Republic of Iran</span><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Hassan Rouhani, President of the Islamic Republic of Iran</span></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">International</span></span><br/>Since Iran had established its self sustaining military industry it has always searched for a way to export its products. Now this has been done to several nations though the Iranian parliment figured that once nations got the hand on Iranian equipment they would surely be more confident. For this reason the parliment agreed to offer some Iranian made equipment to several nations for free, this all to promote the Iranian military indurstry and mainly its exports.<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Lebanon</span></span><br/>2 HESA Shahed 285 (Light attack/reconnaissance Helicopter)<br/>2 Karrar (Unmanned combat aerial vehicle)<br/>2 H-110 Sarir (Unmanned air vehicle)<br/>2 Fotros (Unmanned combat aerial vehicle)<br/>1 Kashef (Early warning Radar)<br/>1 Matla-ul-fajr (Early warning Radar)<br/>2 Mesbah 1 (Anti-aircraft system)<br/>5 Sayyad (Quick reaction armored vehicle)<br/>5 Tosan (Light Tank)<br/>3 Neynava (All-terrain general purpose 4×4 military trucks)<br/>5 Samandar (Light Attack Vehicle)<br/>3 Razm (Heavy Mortar)<br/>10 Akhgar (Gatling Gun)<br/>100 KH-2002 (Assault Rifle)<br/>10 Shaher (Sniper Rifle)<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Syria</span></span><br/>1 HESA Saeqeh (Fighter Aircraft)<br/>2 HESA Shahed 285 (Light attack/reconnaissance Helicopter)<br/>2 Karrar (Unmanned combat aerial vehicle)<br/>2 Fotros (Unmanned combat aerial vehicle)<br/>1 Kashef (Early warning Radar)<br/>1 Matla-ul-fajr (Early warning Radar)<br/>2 Raad (Air defense system)<br/>2 Mesbah 1 (Anti-aircraft system)<br/>1 Zulfiqar (Main Battle Tank)<br/>2 Type-72Z Safir-74 (Main Battle Tank)<br/>2 Boragh (Armoured personnel carrier)<br/>3 Neynava (All-terrain general purpose 4×4 military trucks)<br/>3 Razm (Heavy Mortar)<br/>1 Raad-2 (Self-propelled howitzer)<br/>10 Akhgar (Gatling Gun)<br/>100 KH-2002 (Assault Rifle)<br/>10 Shaher (Sniper Rifle)<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Iraq</span></span><br/>1 HESA Saeqeh (Fighter Aircraft)<br/>2 Karrar (Unmanned combat aerial vehicle)<br/>1 Kashef (Early warning Radar)<br/>1 Matla-ul-fajr (Early warning Radar)<br/>1 Zulfiqar (Main Battle Tank)<br/>2 Boragh (Armoured personnel carrier)<br/>3 Neynava (All-terrain general purpose 4×4 military trucks)<br/>3 Razm (Heavy Mortar)<br/>1 Raad-2 (Self-propelled howitzer)<br/>10 Akhgar (Gatling Gun)<br/>100 KH-2002 (Assault Rifle)<br/>10 Shaher (Sniper Rifle)<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Afghanistan</span></span><br/>2 Karrar (Unmanned combat aerial vehicle)<br/>2 H-110 Sarir (Unmanned air vehicle)<br/>1 Kashef (Early warning Radar)<br/>1 Matla-ul-fajr (Early warning Radar)<br/>1 Zulfiqar (Main Battle Tank)<br/>3 Neynava (All-terrain general purpose 4×4 military trucks)<br/>1 Raad-2 (Self-propelled howitzer)<br/>10 Akhgar (Gatling Gun)<br/>100 KH-2002 (Assault Rifle)<br/>10 Shaher (Sniper Rifle)<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Bangladesh</span></span><br/>2 HESA Shahed 285 (Light attack/reconnaissance Helicopter)<br/>1 Kashef (Early warning Radar)<br/>1 Matla-ul-fajr (Early warning Radar)<br/>2 Mesbah 1 (Anti-aircraft system)<br/>5 Sayyad (Quick reaction armored vehicle)<br/>5 Tosan (Light Tank)<br/>3 Neynava (All-terrain general purpose 4×4 military trucks)<br/>5 Samandar (Light Attack Vehicle)<br/>1 Raad-2 (Self-propelled howitzer)<br/>100 KH-2002 (Assault Rifle)<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Oman</span></span><br/>2 HESA Shahed 285 (Light attack/reconnaissance Helicopter)<br/>2 Fotros (Unmanned combat aerial vehicle)<br/>1 Kashef (Early warning Radar)<br/>1 Matla-ul-fajr (Early warning Radar)<br/>2 Raad (Air defense system)<br/>2 Mesbah 1 (Anti-aircraft system)<br/>3 Neynava (All-terrain general purpose 4×4 military trucks)<br/>1 Raad-2 (Self-propelled howitzer)<br/>10 Akhgar (Gatling Gun)<br/>100 KH-2002 (Assault Rifle)<br/>10 Shaher (Sniper Rifle)<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Sri Lanka</span></span><br/>1 HESA Saeqeh (Fighter Aircraft)<br/>2 Fotros (Unmanned combat aerial vehicle)<br/>1 Kashef (Early warning Radar)<br/>1 Matla-ul-fajr (Early warning Radar)<br/>2 Mesbah 1 (Anti-aircraft system)<br/>5 Sayyad (Quick reaction armored vehicle)<br/>3 Neynava (All-terrain general purpose 4×4 military trucks)<br/>5 Samandar (Light Attack Vehicle)<br/>1 Raad-2 (Self-propelled howitzer)<br/>100 KH-2002 (Assault Rifle)<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Eritrea</span></span><br/>2 HESA Shahed 285 (Light attack/reconnaissance Helicopter)<br/>2 Fotros (Unmanned combat aerial vehicle)<br/>1 Kashef (Early warning Radar)<br/>1 Matla-ul-fajr (Early warning Radar)<br/>2 Raad (Air defense system)<br/>2 Type-72Z Safir-74 (Main Battle Tank)<br/>2 Boragh (Armoured personnel carrier)<br/>3 Neynava (All-terrain general purpose 4×4 military trucks)<br/>1 Raad-2 (Self-propelled howitzer)<br/>100 KH-2002 (Assault Rifle)<br/>10 Shaher (Sniper Rifle)<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Sudan</span></span><br/>1 HESA Saeqeh (Fighter Aircraft)<br/>2 Karrar (Unmanned combat aerial vehicle)<br/>1 Kashef (Early warning Radar)<br/>1 Matla-ul-fajr (Early warning Radar)<br/>2 Raad (Air defense system)<br/>2 Type-72Z Safir-74 (Main Battle Tank)<br/>3 Neynava (All-terrain general purpose 4×4 military trucks)<br/>1 Raad-2 (Self-propelled howitzer)<br/>100 KH-2002 (Assault Rifle)<br/>10 Shaher (Sniper Rifle)<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Libya</span></span><br/>1 HESA Saeqeh (Fighter Aircraft)<br/>2 Karrar (Unmanned combat aerial vehicle)<br/>2 H-110 Sarir (Unmanned air vehicle)<br/>2 Mesbah 1 (Anti-aircraft system)<br/>1 Zulfiqar (Main Battle Tank)<br/>2 Type-72Z Safir-74 (Main Battle Tank)<br/>2 Boragh (Armoured personnel carrier)<br/>3 Neynava (All-terrain general purpose 4×4 military trucks)<br/>1 Raad-2 (Self-propelled howitzer)<br/>100 KH-2002 (Assault Rifle)<br/>10 Shaher (Sniper Rifle)<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Ghana</span></span><br/>2 H-110 Sarir (Unmanned air vehicle)<br/>1 Kashef (Early warning Radar)<br/>1 Matla-ul-fajr (Early warning Radar)<br/>2 Mesbah 1 (Anti-aircraft system)<br/>2 Type-72Z Safir-74 (Main Battle Tank)<br/>5 Sayyad (Quick reaction armored vehicle)<br/>5 Tosan (Light Tank)<br/>3 Neynava (All-terrain general purpose 4×4 military trucks)<br/>5 Samandar (Light Attack Vehicle)<br/>1 Raad-2 (Self-propelled howitzer)<br/>100 KH-2002 (Assault Rifle)<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Nigeria</span></span><br/>2 HESA Shahed 285 (Light attack/reconnaissance Helicopter)<br/>2 H-110 Sarir (Unmanned air vehicle)<br/>2 Fotros (Unmanned combat aerial vehicle)<br/>1 Kashef (Early warning Radar)<br/>1 Matla-ul-fajr (Early warning Radar)<br/>2 Type-72Z Safir-74 (Main Battle Tank)<br/>5 Tosan (Light Tank)<br/>3 Neynava (All-terrain general purpose 4×4 military trucks)<br/>5 Samandar (Light Attack Vehicle)<br/>1 Raad-2 (Self-propelled howitzer)<br/>100 KH-2002 (Assault Rifle)</blockquote><br/><br/><hr/><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.monytv.com/images/logo/presstv.png""/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Iran to aid in fight against Ebola</span></span><br/>The Ministry of Health and Medical Education announced today that Iran will offer a total amount of $30 million to the Ebola struck nations for medical supplies and mobile clinics. This said Hassan Hashemi in a statement earlier today. She stated that it was the obligation of any nation to support the fight against Ebola in all possible ways and that Iran was willing to follow this obligation. She further stated that some 100 Iranian medical experts would travel to these nations to help, educate and advise the local populations. <br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Iran applauds North-Korean succesfull missle test</span></span><br/>Minister of Defense Hossein Dehghan applauded the succesfull missle test conducted earlier this week by North-Korea. An earlier test failed but this time it appeared to go according to plan. Dehghan said that this achievement showed that self reliance was profitable and that nations should not back away from opening their own defense industry. He also slammed accusations from the west who saw the test as a provocation.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Khamenei slams IS</span></span></div><br/>Khamenei appeared earlier in Tehran for a debate concerning IS. During the debate which was held in Qom he said that actions taken by IS would only tell how Iran's response was going to be. He stated that they could kill as many innocent people as they want, but that Iran would not back down from saving those that survive the brutal conditions of living under IS."
1233,2015 Modern World RP [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320708,2014-11-20T19:52:00,Kanatistan,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Punjab, India</span><br/>In an attempt to end the violence among the Sikh population (Which the INLP is using to support their anti-religious minority agenda) the government has sent 1,000 troops and 25 tanks to quell any and all opposition. The Sikh population has cried ""Give back our rights or face Sikh might!"". Fires rage across the Punjabi cities as rioters and what seem to be full out rebels. As hundreds of riot police face off with the Punjabis soldiers have begun firing upon Sikh temples. It has rapidly become a Hindu-Sikh war with other groups rallying as well. The Communist Party has raised an army in Mysore of about 7,000 volunteers under comrade Abdul Hasina, in Indian Kashmir nationalist Kashmiris under a man they call Sheikh Raja Hamidani and the Bharatiya Janata Party supporters are protesting in New Delhi.<br/><br/>The current Prime Minister is Arindan Sahni.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""The United Kingdom""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">To: The British Government<br/>From: India<br/><br/>By order of the Parliament of India we hereby and without regret dissolve all relations with your nation! The Hindu peoples of India will gladly wipe the dirt of the England from there land. With the destruction of relations comes the following acts:<br/><br/>1. All British military personnel are to be expelled from the Indian Republic. Refusal to comply will result in excessive force.<br/>2. No British government or warship shall ever be allowed to use Indian ports or waters. Any British vessel found in violation of this shall be boarded and sunk, its occupants arrested.<br/>3. No British aircraft shall be allowed to fly over Indian airspace or land at Indian Airports. Any aircraft found in violation shall be requested to land immediately, thereupon the occupants shall be arrested. If the aircraft refuses or doesn't communicate it shall be brought down by force.<br/>4. Any agent of the United Kingdom found in Indian territory or of any of its protectorates or occupied zones shall be arrested, tried, and shot.<br/>5. The sending of any foreign missionary, of any faith other than the Indian Faith, to any occupied territory, of any protectorate, or to national land shall be prohibited. Any man or women found guilty of this crime shall be arrested and sent to prison for 10-30 years without appeal.<br/>6. All citizens of India that have duel citizenship with the United Kingdom shall either renounce the United Kingdom or be expelled and denounced by the government of India.<br/>7. These acts shall be effective immediately and shall be sustained indefinitely unless suspended by the parliament.</div></div></div>"
1234,2015 Modern World RP [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320708,2014-11-20T20:10:00,Lendenburgh,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-OqfldY8mBPk/TxL4v8CFNFI/AAAAAAAAHFg/FKQeQNZse5A/s1600/726px-Coat_of_arms_of_the_Kingdom_of_Italy_%25281848-1870%2529.svg.png""/><br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-size: 300%; line-height: 116%;"">Republic of Italy</span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Presidential Palace, Roma, Italia</span><br/><br/>President Georgio Napolitano sat at his wooden oak desk looking over a few papers. He looked up toward the window glancing across the sprawling skyline of Rome. The older renaissance era buildings slowly intertwined with larger more modern buildings. He glanced at his watch, nine o'clock in the morning, time for the daily briefing. He peered back at the papers, petition for a new highway interchange, proposal to sanction Russia more, and... proposal to ban gum in public parks. As usual, nothing interesting. He got up and walked toward the meeting room.<br/><br/>Georgio sat down in the unusually high wooden chair with a grim look on his face that said ""Why do I have to be here?"" Aides immediately started attending to him, pouring coffee, water, and even delivering a freshly baked croissant. A briefing document was laid down in front of him and he scanned the items on the docket. As per the previous few days, the massive amounts of refugees coming into the country was impossible to deal with. Balancing a reasonable budget for them and human rights, there was hardly a perfect solution. There was also the... tricky situation of ISIS, but the president had an idea. During this time the Prime minister had been reviewing the very events that he was thinking about, rambling on about how Italy could do one thing or another. Georgio rarely spoke at these meetings so it was a little surprising to see him stand up.<br/><br/>""Do you think that it might be wise to use the Italian navy to help Libya stomp out IS resistance in the area. We already have the navy patrolling the seas, so it wouldn't have an impact on the budget. Also, I'd quite like to speak with the Egyptian government about cutting that deal where we return refugees to their country.""<br/><br/>The Prime Minister cleared his throat, almost caught off guard. ""Actually, yes. I think that is a wonderful solution Mister President. I'll get a secretary to draft those for you.""<br/><br/>""I'm quite fine handling this on my own, <span style=""font-style: italic"">Mister Prime Minister</span>."" Georgio walked out of the room before turning back and saying, ""could I have another croissant please?"" A secretary ran out of the room to get his pastry as he returned to his desk just down the hall.<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div><span style=""font-size: 140%; line-height: 116%;"">To: His excellency, Provisional Prime Minister, Libya, Abdullah al-Thani<br/>From: President, Republic of Italy, Georgio Napolitano</span><br/><br/>The Italian Government, citing the recent IS expansion inside of Libya's sovereign territory, would like to ask that you allow the Italian Navy inside of Libyan waters. This would, of course, only be around the IS occupied town of Derna. We will send approximately ten ships or so, that should be enough to completely encircle the town's port and prevent any communication or transport into or out of the city. For the time being we would not like to put boots on the ground in the area. If your government is willing to commit to extinguishing this terrorist organisation within your country then we hope you will agree to our terms. </div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div><span style=""font-size: 140%; line-height: 116%;"">To: The Honorable, President of Egypt, Abdel Fattah el-Sisi<br/>From: President, Republic of Italy, Georgio Napolitano</span><br/><br/>In order to protect human rights, the Republic of Italy is officialy cancelling the refugee deportation agreement previously held between our two nations. Due to the current political climate in Egypt, we do not believe it is safe to send people, who are willing to cross an ocean to get away, right back to where they came from. I hope you can understand the human rights and political concerns behind this decision. </div></blockquote></div>"
1235,2015 Modern World RP [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320708,2014-11-20T20:17:00,United Kingdom of Kent,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.ngw.nl/heraldrywiki/images/9/97/Australi.jpg""/></div><br/><br/>The Australian government today made a press announcement condemning the actions of India towards the United Kingdom, and the actions they are taking against dual citizens of their nation and that of the United Kingdom. Due to its actions Australia threatens the use of sanctions against India if it does not review its policy on its dual citizens condemnation and discrimination.<br/><br/>The Australian government offers the use of its territory as a refuge for British nationals forced out of India in light of the new anti-Anglo stance taken by the government of India, further more British ports and ships are given the complete right to operate out of Australian ports and airports as though they were British territory. This will of course give them a stepping point for a return to the UK and a safe place for them to seek help after any affairs that happen in India. Australian nationals are further asked to leave any Indian territory due to the growing anti-Anglo rhetoric coming from India.<br/><br/>To the Indian Government<br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">We are shocked and disgusted by your actions towards British nationals and as such are threatening your government with sanctions if they do not review their actions against dual citizenship subjects. We are further promoting the withdrawal of our nationals from India and ask permission for two RAN vessels to dock in Indian ports to oversea the evacuation of Australian and British nationals. We have further sent word to other Commonwealth countries to follow a similar course of action. <br/><br/>Yours sincerely<br/>HM's Australian Goverment</div></div></div><br/><br/>The preparations for the Commonwealth talks in Canberra were already under way with the talks set to take place in the Parliament building, the beginning of the three day talks would be a meeting of all Commonwealth members, excluding India who have now had their invite revoked in light of their recent actions. This talk would have three main points of discussion:<br/><br/>-the possibility of a Commonwealth trade zone.<br/>-the possibility of more Commonwealth actions to assist in Africa and the pacific islands.<br/>-the recent actions of India and whether they break the principles of the organisation.<br/><br/>The last day would consist of separate talks for Commonwealth realms only, on the table here will be:<br/><br/>-the creation of a Commonwealth Realms free trade zone if the first fails to pass.<br/>-closer ties and cooperation on the world stage.<br/>-the possibility of a Commonwealth subject in immigration law, something already present in a few nations that would allow Commonwealth realm citizens to freely vote, travel and work within another Commonwealth realm.<br/>-the chance of joint action by Commonwealth countries in military exercises and the creation of a Commonwealth brigade to cooperate against IS.<br/><br/>To the NATO organisation (not sure who answers this one)<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">This is a short message to let you know our intentions. The governments of Australia and New Zealand wish to begin the process of joining the NATO organisation.<br/><br/>Yours Sincerely HM's Australian government.</div></div></div>"
1236,2015 Modern World RP [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320708,2014-11-20T21:17:00,Kanatistan,"The Indian government has had problems containing it's now Chaotic nation. With the religious minorities rebelling, Kashmir Revolting, the Communists taking up revolution, and now political opponents are clashing with government forces over the governments new stance with the UK. New Prime Minister Sahni has drafted a letter to Australia:<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Australia""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">To: Tony Abbot<br/>From Prime Minister Sahni<br/><br/>The Indian people have decided what is best for India. We have been held down by the west. Our children forced to work in sweatshops to make less than living wage! The Indian National Liberation Party has decisively taken the parliament and has begun freeing the Hindu people! We have designated $8.00 as minimum wage and have banned child labour under 17. As you read this our brave police and military forces are fighting those who would harm the Hindu land! Now that we have broken relations with the corrupt United Kingdom we can experience true identity.<br/><br/>Your request is accepted, but only because it is not the Indian Mans job to deal with Englishmen, Heretics, Traitors, and foreign agents. We will not however allow any Australian man to soil our nation by marching soldiers across our ancient lands! No agent of Australia, so long as she bows to the British, may enter India unless with explicate permission as we give you now.<br/><br/>- Prime Minister Sahni<br/>India</div></div></div>"
1237,2015 Modern World RP [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320708,2014-11-20T22:35:00,Galter Gulcher,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Operation Deceiver""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Goals of Operation</span><br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><br/>*Confirm kill of Abu Omar al-Shishani.<br/>*Deminish ISIS capabilities in the region in order to back Assad.<br/>*Play a powerful role in the region.</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Air Campaign in Northern Iraq</span><br/>Operations would officially begin against ISIS early in the morning, targeting ISIS command positions as well as front line forces in Mosul and Haditha. These Su-24 strike craft will continue operations against ISIS until <span style=""font-style: italic"">Operation Deceiver</span> is accomplished.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Baghdad</span><br/>The first 170 Spetsnaz of a planned 300 have arrived in Baghdad, they will initiate at a staging point just west of the city while waiting for the next 130 as well as armored vehicles to arrive. Once that is complete, they will begin to fallow the Euphrates river towards Fallujah. All Su-24 strike fighters will then break off and begin an assault on the ISIS forces surrounding <sub>Fallujah</sub> Dam, once the ISIS forces have been hammered down the Spetsnaz force will advance towards the dam with continued air support. Two platoons will then break off and guard the road from the dam to Falluja as to give a defense against any ISIS reinforcements.</div></div></div>"
1238,2015 Modern World RP [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320708,2014-11-20T22:42:00,Xelryion Curvgfann,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/YHvwm6p.jpg""/></div><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><div align=""center"">Mosul, Iraq</div></span></span><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/fBSYIJr.jpg""/></div><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">January 5th, 2015, 7:20 AM </span><br/>Mosul, the second jewel of Iraq. It's streets sprawling with people, with buildings covering almost everywhere. The University of Mosul, one of the most influential universities in the Middle East. But now it is under control of IS, the largest terrorist group in the world. And from latest reports finding Australia and other countries launching a possible attack on IS, it's time to tell them that many will suffer.<br/><br/>The IS troops currently in Mosul, racking up to 850, weren't a large force, but they were large enough anyways. They had large amounts of C4 and other explosives, gained a couple hours ago from Tal Afar, and even a tank in their possession. They were about to do something horrendous to the people of Mosul, with 1,800,000 people. The fighters forced 100,000 people for hours, into buildings, cramming hundreds into buildings with little to no room. Even 80 people were stuffed into a small house. After this, they began placing explosives into the houses as such. The first thing to be destroyed would be the University of Mosul. They began recording this. They planted explosives in and out of the building for some hours. When they were finished, they fired them up. The building lighted up in a massive explosion like the destruction of the Tomb of Jonas. When the dust cleared, there was only rubble left, along with some standing ruins.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">5:30 PM</span><br/><br/>With the university destroyed with hundreds looking on, the fighters ordered them to line up. They were forced on their knees. 10 fighters pulled out pistols, and walked behind 10 each. ""This is the punishment for your insolence, pigs!"" shouted a fighter to the camera, as they shot the civilians in the head. They did this constantly to the next 10 people in line. After 40 people were shot, the rest were thrown into buildings, as the fighters poured gas on the buildings without explosives around them. Then, after an hour, they threw a match on the gas, and lit up the entire street, with hundreds of people inside. Those inside the burning buildings were burned alive. Then, they finally detonated the buildings with the crammed people in them. Hundreds were murdered. Then, the commander of the forces at Mosul ordered that no civilian may leave the city. Only soldiers and government personnel. All food in the city would be sent to the fighters, and only rations for the people inside. 100 infants would also be taken from the city, and killed. And now, a new law that orders 10 people to be taken away and killed, due to ""committing crimes against the Islamic State"", but really, only a means to depopulate the city.<br/><br/>This, was a black day for Iraq."
1239,2015 Modern World RP [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320708,2014-11-21T03:12:00,Hastiaka,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 130%; line-height: 116%;"">The Republic of Iceland, The Capital city of Reykjavik<br/>______________________________<br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/9/90/Coat_of_arms_of_Iceland.svg/640px-Coat_of_arms_of_Iceland.svg.png""/><br/>__________________________________________________________________________________<br/>''It's Skeleton day!''<br/>_________________________________________________________________</span></div><br/><br/>The Bessastaðir was having a Day off the day Sweden sent a message. Fortunately, President Olafur noticed the telegram. What could be made out of the Nordic nations? He asked to himself. He turned back at the Television a few feet away from him. Walked towards the bluish comfy seat and sat. He was drinking his medication that day. He was dizzy. Suddenly, when he saw the word ''Alliance'' in a CNN Special report, he wrote back via Email and Gmail alike.<br/><br/>Taking a step back, he walked towards the Communications Room. The Bessastaðir was left with a skeleton crew. Only a few dozen employees are left in the building. The President was met with two Communications officer. In a Normal day, Thirteen officers are in the metal reinforced room. During ''Skeleton days'' which was implemented two days ago by the Presidential order 912001 of 2015. Only ten security officers, seventeen desk workers, a few communication officers and at least five military officers. However, Skeleton days has it's own perk. Those who work in those days are given free Milk Teas and an extra pay.<br/><br/>Then, Olafur walked towards the communication officers and asked;<span style=""font-style: italic"">''May i send a telegram to Sweden?''</span>he burped. The officers smiled and said a humorous ''Sir yes sir.'' The Computer was the latest generation. The President replied with a serious ''I'm getting too old for this.'' he opened his Email and wrote the letter.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><pre style=""overflow: auto; background-color: #FFFFFF; border: 1px solid #D8D8D8; padding: 3px;""><span style=""font-size: 130%; line-height: 116%;"">Official Email from the Republic of Iceland</span><br/>The Capital city of Reykjavik<br/>______________________________<br/><br/>Good Morning! <br/><br/>The Icelandic Government agrees on talks about open trade.<br/>However, the President has an additional suggestion; An Alliance of Nordic Nations.<br/>We suggest a name like the Association of United Nordic Countries or a AUNC.  <br/>If that may occur, the Icelandic Government will allow free visas.<br/>Moreover, tariffs will be disbanded for Sweden.<br/><br/>Sincerely,<br/>President Olafur of Iceland,<br/>Prime Minister Sigmundur of Iceland.<br/><br/>Glory to Iceland and Sweden!</pre></blockquote>"
1240,2015 Modern World RP [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320708,2014-11-21T12:08:00,The Barbradian Republic,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 250%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #FF0000"">5th of January 2015</span></span></div><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""https://encrypted-tbn0.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcQxYN9Wg6SiR6668WjEg1kn-417DVAN3jc2uVMpaasAWLljObBbAg""/></div><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 300%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #FF0000"">Southern Turkey, Tall Babyad</span></span></div><br/><br/><div align=""center"">The Turkish government today have been in quite a confusing state today, as of the Syrian refugees coming to the City of Tall Babyad. A small pack of 22 men and one lady were needlessly helped over the IS border with turkey to Tall Babyad, a City surrounded by the Hot Syrian Desert, ideally great for International Terrorism. The people were described with long white robes and bearly fit them, and oddly looking sandles, at the IS-Turkish Border, but what these people look like, and what they are doing are two completely different things. Firstly this group of people were spotted at the border wearing White robes, 4 hours later the same group were spotted in Tall Babyad, luckly one of the residences of the city spotted this group with supposition, and managed to connect one of their faces to an IS propaganda video clip, just three hours after he spotted the group. Immedently the resident called the police of an utter state of emergency, the group was not long to be found and were asserted and are now admitting to be miliants from the Terrorism group IS, disguised as Syrian refugees, coming to bomb the site of where the Turkish Government have allowed the british the build an RAF airbase.</div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">-2 Hours Later-</span><br/><div align=""center"">The President and his government all but now hear the news of IS coming to bombard the site of the new RAF site. The President is fast running out of options to stablize the Middle east from becoming into an even bigger uproar than it already has become, and yet to be. Since the United States has failed to comply with Turkey's proposal to help them send troops in order to keep the peace at the southern Turkish border with IS and Syria, but instead the United Kingdom has offered to help Turkey but bombing IS on their behalf, if the Turkish government build an RAF airbase within the city of Tall Babyad, in order to allow Turkish F-15s and F-14s to be stored here and easily flank the IS movement. The President has also came up with that, no one will be trusted from Syria as of now, and the Turkish Authorities will be putting the Syrian Refugees back into Syria. The Turkish President has also sent Iran a message to have talks on the faith of the Middle east.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-size: 300%; line-height: 116%;"">Republic of Turkey Foreign Affairs</span></blockquote></div><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""https://encrypted-tbn0.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcQxYN9Wg6SiR6668WjEg1kn-417DVAN3jc2uVMpaasAWLljObBbAg""/></div><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">To President of The Republic of Iran,<br/><br/>With high remarks of the Middle East becoming a dead, dry, rotting away land is happening. Syria and her civil war are creating quite a big spark within our region, as of what we have witnessed with Palestine and Israel, and do not get me started on the new ""empire"" of IS, that is currently giving the Middle East a bad name, more than before without doubt. IS is the main priority we should be fixing out right now as they are the Extremists we should be dealing with right now, although Syria's conflict may still be raging on but it can't get any worse than it has already came to right?<br/><br/>Me and my government, do propose Talks with the President of Iran to stablize the Middle East as talks with the United States did not go as they were planned on the Turkish agenda, anyhow our government would like to ask your assistance in taking down IS, instead of foreign nations from across the globe doing so, it is time to take a stance in our region and make it a better place.<br/><br/>Many thanks,<br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/f/f2/Recep_Tayyip_Erdo%C4%9Fan_signature.png""/><br/><br/>President of Republic of Turkey<br/><br/></span>"
1241,2015 Modern World RP [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320708&start=25,2014-11-21T13:04:00,Veddaria,"<img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.theflagshop.co.uk/ekmps/shops/speed/images/spain-state-flag-210-p.jpg""/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Madrid, Spain</span><br/><br/>2014 had not been a good year for the government of Mariano Rajoy. The People’s Party had performed poorly in the European Parliament election in May; the government had proposed some conservative reforms that they later scrapped, angering the left wing that it was ever proposed and the right that the government didn’t go through with it; a party that didn’t even exist a year before were coming out on top in opinion polls; a corruption scandal implicated numerous PP figures; and the vote on Catalan independence had gone ahead despite the government’s attempts to block it and had demonstrated significant support. Elections were due before the end of the year and faith in the established parties was lower than ever.<br/><br/>The plan was to call a snap election. The party held a narrow majority in both houses but would struggle to pass legislation as its own members wanted to distance themselves from the administration; polling numbers were gradually falling and an early election would prevent further damage being done to the party’s standing. Rajoy wouldn’t stand again; he had led the party for over 10 years and the country for 5, and he had lost as much energy to continue leading as the nation had last faith in him. The announcement would only be delayed long enough for the party to prepare the decision for his replacement as party leader."
1242,2015 Modern World RP [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320708&start=25,2014-11-21T14:22:00,The Greater Lebanon,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/5/54/President_Seal_Lebanon.jpg""/></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">An Official Communique from the President of Lebanon,<br/></span><br/>The Lebanese government accepts this offer by Iran, Lebanon wants to continue to revive itself as center in the Middle East and Mediterranean and it sees this as an opportunity to bring stability to the nation. Lebanon would also like to cooperate on security issues with other nation regarding Daesh(islamic state). As you know, Lebanon has suffered multiple attacks from the Islamic Front and the Islamic State prompting the government to take increased measures to protect the country. Currently the far south east and Tripoli in the north are flash points in the conflict against the radical forces."
1243,2015 Modern World RP [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320708&start=25,2014-11-21T14:56:00,Capsland,"<div style=""float: right;""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.flaginstitute.org/wp/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/UK-Union-Flag.png""/></div><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">In response to India</span></span><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-style: italic"">We think that this is a disgusting and dastardly move by the Indian government. The UK therefore will impose sanctions straight away and dispel India from the Commonwealth of nations. As for the continued racism and discrimination, we see India becoming a backwater in the social world, we advise you reconsider your recent proposals or the eyes of the world will see you as a threat. The UK also refuses to acknowledge your claims in Kashmir and China.</span></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">BBC News</span></span><br/>""Today the British government has responded to the disgusting treatment happening in India, they have refused to send aid. Now, the UK sends the most amount of aid to India due to their close relations but now India is out of the commonwealth, it will receive none. This will surely damage the Indian economy especially with unemployment and poverty at an all time high.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">In response to Australia</span></span><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-style: italic"">We grant you permission to use our airbases in Cyprus or Turkey. We also will sponsor your admission into NATO as well as New Zealand's. We hope you will be accepted into the alliance </span></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Northern Syria</span></span><br/>Despite the ISIS threats the RAF has continued to bomb and strategically strike ISIS targets in villages and towns in Northern Syria. Trying to help the Kurds fighting on the ground. 3 squadrons of Typhoons all flying in unison, all together there were 24 Typhoons flying in the sky. This was the biggest concentration of jets the UK had dispatched in Syria. Their target was Manbij, a fairly large town in the area. One by one the Typhoons got into attack position, the rockets got loaded and ready. 3 minutes passed and the Typhoons were at their target. They didn't want to fire on the town itself as there were civilians located there. The Typhoons split off and circled around, once they turned they unleashed their payload of rockets on the main highways and roads into the town. Then they targeted a local barracks but only doing minimum damage due to a small sand storm coming in but the damage looked sufficient."
1244,2015 Modern World RP [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320708&start=25,2014-11-21T17:53:00,Hastiaka,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 130%; line-height: 116%;"">The Republic of Iceland, The Capital city of Reykjavik<br/>______________________________<br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/9/90/Coat_of_arms_of_Iceland.svg/640px-Coat_of_arms_of_Iceland.svg.png""/><br/>__________________________________________________________________________________<br/>''International Issues''<br/>_________________________________________________________________</span></div><br/><br/>President Olafur was discussing with Prime Minister Sigmundur about their recent Economic growth in the Region. Establishing trade talks with the Nordic nations ensures that more and more economic privileges and benefits will flood in Iceland. Yesterday in a Vote, a total of 98% Voted yes on the establishment of a Self-Defense forces. Focusing in both Economic and Military growth, the Icelandic Government had made reforms. Messages were sent to Australia, Spain, Sweden and the United Kingdom about a notice of Interest in their Inventory.<br/><br/>Moreover, The Parliament noticed the issues about the recently oppressive India. Sanctions had been made, all trade with India is at HALT. Embassies are on strike and the Diplomats are tired of this Outright oppression. Recently, protests has sparked in Reykjavik. A total of 1,900 Icelanders that has ancestral ties with Britain has marched in front of the Indian Embassy in the Capital.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, Several Police officers were on High alert against any conflicts between the British and the Indian immigrants in Iceland. In the first few hours, several Brits were injured in a brief skirmish in City square. Thirteen Indians were arrested. Though there was one casualty, One Icelandic Officer was killed amidst the riots and skirmishes between the two ethnic groups.<br/><br/>Efforts are being made to contain the situation in Iceland. Luckily, The government contained the situation yesterday. a Total of thirty Indians were arrested and was released the day after. The British immigrants that were injured were sent to the best Hospitals in Iceland. Moreover, the Indians that were also injured was sent to the said Hospitals too. All costs are being paid by the Icelandic Government. a total of $10,000 was sent to the family which the dead officer belonged.<br/><br/>Furthermore, the Parliament wrote messages to several Nations.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value="" Messages""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-size: 130%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Republic of Iceland<br/>______________________</span></span><br/><br/>To the United Kingdom<br/><br/>Greetings!<br/><br/>The Republic of Iceland is willing to buy some of your decommissioned Frigates. Currently, Iceland cannot afford to risk her territories in war. the Armed forces of Iceland is poorly armed. We only have one patrol ship and 250 Soldiers.<br/><br/>Sincerely,<br/>The Icelandic Parliament</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-size: 130%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Republic of Iceland<br/>______________________</span></span><br/><br/>To the Australian Government<br/><br/>Greetings!<br/><br/>The Republic of Iceland is willing to buy some of your decommissioned APCs. Currently, Iceland cannot afford to risk her territories in war. the Armed forces of Iceland is poorly armed. We only have one patrol ship and 250 Soldiers.<br/><br/>Sincerely,<br/>The Icelandic Parliament</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-size: 130%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Republic of Iceland<br/>______________________</span></span><br/><br/>To the Kingdom of Spain<br/><br/>Greetings!<br/><br/>The Republic of Iceland is willing to buy some of your decommissioned Corvettes. Currently, Iceland cannot afford to risk her territories in war. the Armed forces of Iceland is poorly armed. We only have one patrol ship and 250 Soldiers.<br/><br/>Sincerely,<br/>The Icelandic Parliament</blockquote></div></div></div>"
1245,2015 Modern World RP [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320708&start=25,2014-11-21T19:29:00,Zechaslavia,"<img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.flagshag.com/smaller/northamericancoats/Canada_Coat_of_Arms.jpg""/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Tel Aviv, Israel. January 6th, 2015 <br/>A canadian C130 military cargo plane landed at Tel Aviv International Airport with a shipment of $30,000,000 canadian dollars. This money is to support Israel on their war on terror in hopes that it would help stabilize the nation.<br/><br/>Syrian desert. January 6th, 2015<br/>Canadian F16s target an ISIS convoy, killing 16 soldiers.<br/><br/>Soran, Iraq (Kurdistan). January 6th, 2015<br/>Canadian troops land in Soran and begin to train Kurdish militia Canadian military tactics (same tactics canadian soldiers teach american marines)<br/><br/>FSA Territory, Syria. January 7th 2015<br/>Canadian C130s drop supplies, weapons, ammo and food to moderate Syrian rebls, such weapons include stingers to shoot down Syrian military aircraft</blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">CBC News</span></span><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Canadian government condemns india but does not break trade agreements or diplomatic relations. <br/><br/>Canadian government condemns North korea for missle tests<br/><br/>Canada agrees to commonwealth free trade agreement<br/><br/>Canadian military announces that recent ISIS massacre only proves that Canadian ground intervention is essential. Many troops agree that was a stupid decision on ISIS part because now liberals in parliament are approving of military ground intervention</span></blockquote>"
1246,2015 Modern World RP [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320708&start=25,2014-11-21T22:45:00,Lendenburgh,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-OqfldY8mBPk/TxL4v8CFNFI/AAAAAAAAHFg/FKQeQNZse5A/s1600/726px-Coat_of_arms_of_the_Kingdom_of_Italy_%25281848-1870%2529.svg.png""/><br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-size: 300%; line-height: 116%;"">Republic of Italy</span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Presidential Palace, Roma, Italia</span><br/><br/>A secretary ran into the door of President Giorgio's office, ""Sir, an official letter""<br/><br/>""Thank you,"" he said as he looked over the letter which was stamped with Libya's coat of arms.<br/><br/>Giorgio opened the letter and read it's contents.<br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.clker.com/cliparts/3/8/4/f/12472002081639543081Coat_of_arms_of_Libya.svg.hi.png""/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">In reply to President Georgio Napolitano<br/>Re: IS Blockade in Libya</span><br/><br/>The Libyan government thanks you for your generous offer to crush the IS resistance inside of our borders. We have agreed to allow any amount of Italian ships you see necessary inside of our waters. The Libyan government has also agreed to send a small amount of ground troops to encircle the city. With your navy cutting off their supplies by sea we are sure to vanquish them from Libya. It may seem like a small step now, but containing them to the Levant is critical to their destruction. </div></blockquote><br/><br/>Almost immediately, Georgio called for a grand total of:<br/>-5 Durand De la Penne class destroyers<br/>-20 Minerva class corvettes<br/>-4 Comandanti class offshore patrol vessels<br/><br/>To be sent to the Libyan shore to isolate the city of Derna and hopefully move toward crippling ISIS and their extremist allies. Georgio had also come up with a temporary plan for the massive amounts of refugees flooding into Italy from Africa and the Middle East. There would be a temporary facility built outside of Syracuse, Sicily which all refugees will be routed through. Similar to Ellis Island in New York, the refugees would be evaluated for any health concerns, especially ebola. Then, if they pass all of the health requirements they will be directed to a citizenship office to officially apply for Italian citizenship. This plan wouldn't bust the budget, but it would suffice at least for now. Then there was the issue of ISIS. Italy was already helping Libya, but they also wanted to help on the ground in the Middle East. The best solution at hand could possibly be to ally with Turkey, a fellow NATO member. Perhaps they could create a joint task force in trying to defeat ISIS.<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">To: The Most Honorable, Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, President, Republic of Turkey<br/>From: President, Republic of Italy, Georgio Napolitano</span><br/><br/>The Italian Government is very much aware of you efforts to halt the terrorist group operating right across your borders, IS. Italy is also working toward the same goal. We would like to make a proposal for the Italian and Turkish militaries to make a joint effort in, not only halting IS, but possibly quelling the threat all together. Of course, the fine logistics are not worked out at this time, but presumably the Italian army would slowly be ferried over to Turkey into temporary forts. Then, when the assault had been prepared, it would be a joint effort. We understand that it might be a large allowing foreign troops into your borders, but i fear that IS may not be defeated with universal multinational effort. Please consider our offer carefully, and we look forward to corresponding with you in the future. </div></blockquote></div>"
1247,2015 Modern World RP [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320708&start=25,2014-11-22T11:49:00,Alexzanabbgggggg,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/a/a6/Coat_of_arms_of_Egypt_%28Official%29.svg/443px-Coat_of_arms_of_Egypt_%28Official%29.svg.png""/></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Council of national defense, Cairo </span><br/>President Sisi sat at the head of a large oak table, around him sat the most powerful men in Egypt. The Minister of Defence, The commander of the army, the commander of the navy, the commander of the air force, the head of the police and every person who ran anything to do with national defense. The council had been meeting a lot in the past two years, Gaza, Syria, Sinai, Iraq, Sudan were all normally on the agenda, however today was occupied by one major problem.<br/><br/>Libya.<br/><br/>Sisi stood and drank some water, he then slowly got up and pointed to the large, interactive map on the wall behind him ""Libya gentlemen, is a failed state, a classic example of Western incompetence. They had removed a corrupt dictatorship, great but just like in Iraq had failed to provide any other form of government. Now, just like Iraq, the country has descended in to Anarchy. Just like in Iraq, radical Islamist have taken over large areas” he stopped “just last week IS forces took over the city of Derna, less than 80 miles from our border. Ladies and Gentlemen, we need to act now, before the government in Tobruk fall.”<br/><br/>The Marshal of the air force stood up “Honourable President, I too have been thinking about this. In Syria and Iraq, the west has taken limited actions, arming the Kurds and Iraqi government forces have helped, but not enough. I call for a four point plan. A) We use our large air force to hit IS and other radical targets in Libya to take pressure off Aguila Saleh Issa’s forces. B) We ask the UN to send a peace keeping mission to Libya and finally and most drastically, we send a force of 18,000 men to Libya to help push back IS. If we do not do this, Libya will remain a failed state, thousands will die and crucially terrorism will increase in Egypt itself. We must crush IS in Libya, then they will fall in Syria, then Iraq and soon ISIS will just mean the Egyptian goddess, not the terrorist group.”<br/>After hours more debating, which included ideas from no action to full scale invasion and annexation, the Marshal’s idea was agreed upon but the force to be sent to Libya was to be 12,000, not 18,000. The air force strikes were to begin ASAP (three days was the aim) and the petition to the UN would be sent on Monday and the land operations would begin in around two weeks (troops began being moved to the border the next day)<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To Libya<br/><br/>Dearest ally, Egypt is deeply troubled by your terrorist problems which are seeping over in to Egypt. Now Egypt will act, with your permission, Egypt will send 12,000 soldiers in to your nation to crush ISIS. Our first target will be Derna, we will then march to Benghazi, then on to Tripoli to crush the Islamic government based their. Tomorrow we will also begin sending around 100 aircraft to fly sorties over Libya and disrupt ISIS communication and organisation <br/><br/>President Sisi</blockquote>"
1248,2015 Modern World RP [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320708&start=25,2014-11-22T12:53:00,United commonwealth of ayrshire,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">BELGRADE, SERBIA</span></span><br/>Aleksandar Vucic was sworn in as President of Serbia just 10 months ago, and already things were starting to pick up. The economy was growing after a recession in 2013, and estimated growth in 2015 was 1% (not much, but better than previous years.) Serbia was in talks with the EU over membership, and relations with several countries were growing strong. However, there were still problems. The Republic of Kosovo had declared independence in 2008, and Serbia had opposed it at every level. Yet it still existed! It had to be destroyed, and Vucic needed the support of large nations in order to achieve this. EU membership negotiations were becoming a problem too because of the sheer time they were taking. Also, the Greek economy's bad state meant that Serbia's investments were falling apart. It needed to be sorted out.<br/><br/>Serbia's biggest priority, however, was Bosnia. Half of Bosnia was called the Republic Srpski, or Serbian Republic. Many in this region felt that it should rejoin the Serbian motherland. Vucic, as a man of nationalist tendencies, wanted to be the Prime Minister who returned Serbian outlands to the fold. Republic Srpski was the first step.<br/>Serbia had 52,000 troops, and they could easily occupy Republic Srpska. Bosnia had few allies; Croatia and Montenegro were allied with them, but they would not act. Turkey could act against Serbia, but they could only carry out sporadic air strikes, easily fended off with the Serbian air force.<br/>So, the plan was set. Serbia would be patient. They would sow the seeds of discord in the Serbian part of Bosnia, and then once there was an uprising, Vucic would send in the troops, at least partially reuniting the Serbian motherland.<br/><br/>All of this would take a while, and so Vucic, having sent hardcore Serbian nationalists to Republic Srpski, put it out of his mind for a while; there were more pressing matters for now.<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>To: Russia<br/>From: Serbia<br/>Encryption: Very High<br/>Greetings dear ally,<br/>I remember with happiness the tour that you took of our country last year. This state visit strengthened our already great friendship, and we discussed many important matters. I would like to make a state visit to your country this month, so that I can visit some of your great cities (I would like to see Moscow and St Petersburg!) and also discuss plans for the future with you.<br/>I know full well what has happened in Ukraine. A pro-Russian, democratically elected President has been deposed by fascists, who now try to stop the efforts of Novorossiyans to achieve self-determination. This may well spiral into all-out war between Russia and Ukraine. I will, of course, support you every step of the way, but plans do have to be made.<br/>I hope we see each other soon,<br/>Aleksandar Vucic, Prime Minister of the Republic of Serbia.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>To: China<br/>From: Serbia<br/>Encryption: Low<br/>Greetings,<br/>Ever since Serbia came into existence in its current form back in 2003, our two nations have been strong trade partners. We import billions of Chinese goods per year. On top of that, as part of my plan to improve our economy, I would like to start purchasing raw materials from you. We can turn them into our own goods and sell them for a profit. We will, of course, give you a very fair price for these raw materials.<br/>So, I would be interested to know how much oil, and how much iron, you would like to sell to us per year for the standard price which you receive for these materials.<br/>Thank you,<br/>Aleksandar Vucic, Prime Minister of the Republic of Serbia.</div></blockquote>"
1249,2015 Modern World RP [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320708&start=25,2014-11-22T13:59:00,Imperium Nova,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><div style=""margin-left:75px; margin-right:75px; margin-bottom:5px; margin-top:5px""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ukraine</span></span></div></span></div><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/4/49/Flag_of_Ukraine.svg/640px-Flag_of_Ukraine.svg.png""/></div><br/><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-size: 170%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ukraine, Kiev, Presidential Palace<br/>10/01/2015 23:00</span></span></span><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">P</span>resident Petro Poroshenko sat in his personal office in the Presidential Palace, scrambling through various papers and documents, all stamped with large red warning texts crying ""URGENT"" or the likes. And they were all indeed urgent. Everything seemed urgent. Everything was just going down-hill. Petro rose from his desk, pushing away the big heaps of paper that had formed massive piles, and went over to his liquor cabinet and took the whiskey bottle from the top and poured up a glass, quickly downing it he took another one before returning to his desk, and reclining in his chair.<br/><br/>The options were running out for Ukraine. The separatists were not bulging, and their continuous support from the Russian Federation and President Putin did not make it easier for the Ukrainian forces. Meanwhile, the Ukrainian treasury was nearly empty and there was a hard time trying to get foreign loans. On top of that, the coldest season of the year was here which would just increase the demand for Russian gas. And Poroshenko could feel the country's well-being reflected in his own. He could barely sleep, he felt constantly tired and coughed relentlessly.<br/><br/>As far as the President knew, there were barely any options left. He could put in the rest of the military against the separatists, draining the country completely dry and bringing it one step closer to collapse, but it could also pay off and defeat them once and for all, bringing somewhat stability and try to plead for loans from the IMF and the European Union. Well, it was either that or withdraw the troops and face the bitter reality of defeat against the separatists. The latter seemed far less interesting to Poroshenko. Regardless of what he would decide, it would be impossible to keep up the current situation, give it a month or perhaps two and Ukraine would be forced to shut down government agencies and file for bankruptcy.<br/><br/>Petro downed the final drops of his drink as he put down the glass on a side table and picked up another report, reading<span style=""color: #FF0000"">URGENT</span>. He was barely interested in the actual facts of it, heck he had barely read half the papers that laid strewn out over his desk. Poroshenko tried to decipher the letters before giving up and throwing away the booklet. Tomorrow he would meet with representatives of the military, there he would decide to make the final push against the separatists. But for now, he needed to sleep. Petro rose from his desk and slowly moved to his personal quarters."
1250,2015 Modern World RP [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320708&start=25,2014-11-22T15:04:00,San Mazer,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #FF0000"">Syrian Arab Republic</span></span></div><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/8/82/Coat_of_arms_of_Syria.svg/443px-Coat_of_arms_of_Syria.svg.png""/></div><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""color: #FF0000""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">8th January, 2015</span></span></div><br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #FF0000"">Damascus</span></span></span><br/>There was an intense bustle in Damascus as the first sample shipment of Iranian equipment arrived. The Defense Minister himself was quoted as saying that he was ""impressed"" by the Zulfiqar-3 MBT, continuing to say that ""Iran was once again proving itself as the Middle East's premier defense manufacturer."" Reports from the Ministry suggest that certain weapons and vehicles have already been cleared for trials in certain Republican Guard units stationed in regime bases in the north and east of the country. One senior figure remarked ""Initial examinations have proven to be fruitful and if Iranian weapons perform as we suspect in limited trials, we hope to engage in more talks with Iranian defense companies to work out further deals.""<br/><br/>Meanwhile, President Assad returned from high-level talks with the Iranian Government and the various anti-IS militia groups which ended with the agreement of a common strategy to defeat Islamic State in Iraq and Syria and to provide further support against the Syrian opposition groups. As part of the plan, permission has been given for a reasonably large scale Iranian deployment into Syria throughout the country. Assad was heard saying ""This further solidifies our good will towards our Iranian brothers.""<br/><br/>Also, as part of an added deal with the Iranian government, President Assad has reached out to Kurdish leaders in the north of the country to offer a ceasefire between the Army and the YPG. It is hoped that this could slowly lead to better relations between the Syrian Government and the Kurds. ""While we understand that relations cannot change overnight, we do wish to end wasteful fighting between our troops. In light of the threat of IS, we would be wise to put aside our differences and and solve this threat to the Middle East."" One adviser said.<br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #FF0000"">Military Actions</span></span></span><br/><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #FF0000"">Aleppo Area</span></span></span><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/7/7d/Syrian_Armed_Forces_Flag.svg/320px-Syrian_Armed_Forces_Flag.svg.png""/></div><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""color: #FF0000""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">الفرقة الرابعة<br/>(4th Armored Division)</span></span></span></div><br/><ol style=""list-style-type: decimal""><li><span style=""font-style: italic"">Force 1:</span> Conduct new offensive in the south of Aleppo to draw rebel attention away from the west of the city. Orders to proceed into Sukkari, Sheikh-Saeed and Marjeh and dislodge opposition fighters from defensive positions.</li><li><span style=""font-style: italic"">Force 2:</span> In preparation for Iranian deployment, orders are to proceed north-east from Tel Hasel, itself south-east of Aleppo, and attempt to recapture Balat and Fah from IS forces. If possible, force is to continue east along the M4, liberating the thermal power plant before breaking the siege of Kuweyres airbase. Said airbase could be critical to ending the battle in the city.</li><li><span style=""font-style: italic"">Force 3:</span> Maintain positions in Aleppo whilst awaiting news of the diversionary offensive. If diversion is successful, launch strikes on weakened opposition positions in the Old City and Sa'adal-Ansari. </li></ol><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #FF0000"">Damascus Area</span></span></span><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""color: #FF0000""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">الحرس الجمهوري‎<br/>(Republican Guard)</span></span></span></div><br/><ol style=""list-style-type: decimal""><li><span style=""font-style: italic"">Launch offensive from Sahya Mountains military base to retake the opposition held Daraya. If successful, prepare for further offensives in the coming weeks to close the rebel pocket east of Damascus. </span><br/> </li></ol></blockquote>"
1251,2015 Modern World RP [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320708&start=25,2014-11-22T15:36:00,Alexzanabbgggggg,"OOC: Sorry for the short post, I am tired<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To Egypt<br/>The situation in Libya is dire, Tobruk is surrounded, the parliament is a Greek car ferry and ministers are attacked in the streets. Tripoli has fallen to Jihadists and Benghazi will soon join it. For this reason, the State of Libya will allow the Egyptian army in to Libya. Benghazi is in the most need of assistance, strike hard, strike quick <br/>President Aguila Saleh Issa</blockquote><br/><br/>With the approval of the Libyan government, the Egyptian air force has begun running hourly sorties over Jihadist controlled territory, as requested, Benghazi (which is currently under siege) is the primary target, but Tripoli and towns near Tobruk are also being hit. On the Libyan border, a force of 12,500 troops is being amassed. This force is made up of regular Egyptian army units, including many elite units. It is supported by over 800 tanks made up of Abraham’s, T-80’s and Patton’s with close air support from Apache Gunships and F-16's. This well trained, well equipped force is like nothing the Jihadis will have faced before and is hoped to make mince meat of ISIS's teenagers with 1940's weapons.<br/><br/>The Egyptian army, which has been involved in numerous counter terrorism operations hopes this will be an easy campaign. Code named<span style=""font-style: italic"">Ra </span>it is scheduled to begin in 4 days. The first city to be liberated will be Derna, then Benghazi and then eventually Tripoli."
1252,2015 Modern World RP [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320708&start=25,2014-11-22T16:39:00,Al Nahar,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://images.vector-images.com/135/irak_coa_1965.gif""/></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">A message from the Supreme Commander of the true legitimate Iraq, Ibrahim Izzat al Douri,</span><br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div><span style=""font-style: italic"">Friends and foes of the Iraqi people, today a merger between all Iraqi Arab factions has taken place to unite us in our struggle against the oppressive sectarian regime in Baghdad that is a puppet to the fundamentalist Iranian theocratic regime. With the American imperialists back in our country bombing and destroying in support of the Maliki Iranian puppet government we are facing another foreign invasion our soil! I call upon the Arab people of Iraq, regardless of whether Sunni, Shia, Christian or Druze to rise up against the foreign imperialists and the Safavid Iranians and take our country back. We will fight until the Sunnah of Iraq have equal reprisantion in the government, Maliki steps down and Iran pulls out! Inshallah we will be victorious against our foes so once again the land of the two rivers can flourish as the center of civilization!</span></div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">A message from the Ba'ath party to the Islamic State</span><br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div><span style=""font-style: italic"">After supporting you in the initial takeover of Mosul and other areas in northern Iraq we did not expect to be on the receiving end of your crimes against humanity. You have massacred thousands of innocent Iraqi civilians, not just Christian and Shia but also Sunni Muslims like yourselves. This Islamic ummah you claim to fight for is a fraud and power game on behalf of your criminal gang and leaders led by Al Baghdadi himself. You cannot find us as we hide among your ranks and controlled areas. Daesh will pay for its crimes against the Arab people of Iraq, will hunt you down wherever you are. You cannot destroy us as we are always right behind you. Many of our commanders and forces that have initially been in your invasion force know much about your plans and military forces. The Arab people of Iraq do not want you as you harm them. In the name of them we will massacre and destroy the takfiris in our land. Tahyia al Ummah al Arabiya!</span></div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ramadi, Iraq</span><br/><br/>In response to the crimes commited by Daesh against the iraqi people:<br/><br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://english.alarabiya.net/en/News/2014/07/08/Islamic-State-rounds-up-ex-Baathists-to-eliminate-potential-rivals-in-Iraq-s-Mosul.html"" rel=""nofollow"">http://english.alarabiya.net/en/News/20 ... Mosul.html</a><br/><br/>The military of the Iraqi Ba'ath party responded by kidnapping the local commander of a company of 120 Daesh troops near Ramadi who was sleeping in a Sunni household that he had forced the family into allowing him, and executing him by shooting him in the back of the neck.<br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.samizdata.net/~pdeh/iraq_execution_02.jpg""/>Alleged photo, of a Baath member executing the local Daesh commanding officer as a revenge killing.<br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Baghdad, Iraq</span><br/><br/>During the middle of the night, three Baathists all veterans of Saddam's former army who had much knowledge in explosives walked their way disguised as civilians to Baghdad Airport Road, barley escaping an government checkpoint, which have been reduced in recent weeks. They planted a bomb in a 4x4 Toyota SUV and left the car on the side of the road. The morning after an government convoy was passing by when suddenly one of the humvees stopped to remove the vehicle from the road as it was illegal. 4 men dressed in black Iraqi government uniforms and helmets walked over to the car and opened it. They saw nothing, but as one of the men turned on the car a sudden explosion occurred instantly killing all four men and badly damaging the humvee. Ba'athist Iraq took responsibility.<br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.williambowles.info/gispecial/2006/0406/230406/image002.jpg""/>"
1253,2015 Modern World RP [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320708&start=25,2014-11-22T16:57:00,Galter Gulcher,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/en/thumb/f/f3/Flag_of_Russia.svg/800px-Flag_of_Russia.svg.png""/></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Military</span><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Operation Deceiver""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">The GRU Force of 300 complete with 18 BTR-60s is fully assembled west of Baghdad, two hours later they would get underway just as the aerial forces begin to drop ordnance on ISIS forces surrounding Fallujah Dam, cutting open a pathway for the convoy to assault the dam from the west. The BTR's would push forward to the East side of the dam and 2 BTR's with 34 GRU soldiers would take position on both sides, ready to open fire on any ISIS forces who attempt to reinforce the dam. Meanwhile, the rest of the force would begin clearing out the dam of any remaining hostiles.</div></div></div><br/><br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Diplomacy</span><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-style: italic"">To Syria</span><br/>On behalf of the Russian Federation, I would like to give my thoughts and prayers to your nation in your peoples time of need. Obviously, terrorists have overrun some of your nations cities and while your millitary is obviosuly capable of fighting gallantly against them, we would like to give our support to run out the likes of Al-Nusra and ISIS from your lands. If you approve, Aircraft Carrier <span style=""font-style: italic"">Admiral Kuznetsov</span> and a flotilla of corvettes will place themselves on your nations Western coast to begin an aerial bombardment of the terrorists, as we have been doing in Iraq.</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Transnitria<br/>In Tiraspol today, Russian and Transnitrian ambassadors came to a 5 point agreement laid out here.<br/>*Russia will invest 1.2 Billion Roubles (550 Million USD) into Transnitrian jobs and industry.<br/>*The Transnitrian Army will become apart of the Russian Army, with all pre Transnitrian soldiers getting dual citizenship.<br/>*All Pensioners will receive there pensions from Russia, and all pensioners will receive a 75% increase in there pensions, bringing money into the economy.<br/>*Transnitria will switch over from the Transnitrian Rouble to the Russian Rouble.<br/>*Russia will lend Transnitria 2.4 Billion Roubles (1.1 Billion USD) at 0% interest.<br/><br/>The effects of the agreement will bring wealth to both nations, as Russia will receive great ammounts of influence in the small breakaway republic while the Transnitrian economy will be bolstered heavily by the investment into the nation and the larger paychecks soldiers will be receiving combined with increased pensions.</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-style: italic"">To President of Ukraine Petro Poroshenko, To President of the Federal State of Novorossiya Valery Kaurov, To President of Xi Jinping of China</span><br/>I propose a meeting take place if the Chinese are willing, to take place in Beijing. There, we can put this conflict to rest for good and bring a lasting peace.</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-style: italic"">To President of Serbia Aleksandar Vucic</span><br/>I do too look upon that visit fondly, so please feel free and invited to come to my nation any time, so we may discuss matters important to our nations.</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-style: italic"">To Supreme Leader of Iran, Ali Khameni</span><br/>We agree to attend the P5+1 talks, however in the event my proposed talks with the parties of the Donbass conflict does occur, I might have to send a ambassador upon my behalf. I do hope that is okay.</blockquote>"
1254,2015 Modern World RP [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320708&start=25,2014-11-22T22:01:00,Waztaskio,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/f/fa/Seal_Of_The_President_Of_The_United_States_Of_America.svg/200px-Seal_Of_The_President_Of_The_United_States_Of_America.svg.png""/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i2.cdn.turner.com/money/2012/01/24/news/economy/state_of_the_union/state-of-the-union.gi.top.jpg""/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">United States Congress, Washington D.C, United States of America</span></span><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">February,8th,2015</span></span><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">1:50 PM</span></div><br/><br/>President Barrack awaited for the speaker to announce the President to enter, and while the speaker was talking Obama was going over the last bits of his speech he was going to give. He and his advisers had been discussing the focus for America, and today would be the day to define them for the year 2015. He was soon told to approach the podium, and give his speech.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Mr. Speaker, Mr. Vice President, Members of Congress, and fellow citizens of the United States, <br/><br/>In the year 1963, a time of change, one man stood at the Lincoln Memorial to deliver the famous ""I have a dream speech"". That speech, has revolutionized America in ways that are still felt today, and will be felt through generations to come. <br/><br/>Tonight, thanks to the grit and determination of the American people, there is much progress to report. After a decade of grinding war, our brave men and women in uniform are coming home. After years of grueling recession, our businesses have created over six million new jobs. We buy more American cars than we have in five years, and less foreign oil than we have in twenty. Our housing market is healing, our stock market is rebounding, and consumers, patients, and homeowners enjoy stronger protections than ever before. <br/><br/>Countries around the Globe are making changes for the better, from the Democratic Afghanistan which we fought so hard for over the decade, to the death of Osama striking a blow to Global Terrorism. The United States of America, is a country that will stand up to whoever threatens our national stability, and global prosperity. <br/><br/>I'm sure you have heard of the growing tensions in the Middle East, and the expansion of foreign markets to help dominate the African region. I would like to make it clear that America stands as a mediator in both African and Middle Eastern disputes, and wishes to resolve conflicts that either threaten Human Rights, or the growth of a new dictatorship. Rest assured that the United States will not sit back, as other nations suffer under worse conditions then ours. I ask congress, in this final year of my presidency, to pass legislation concerning the economic development of poorer countries, so we can lend a hand to another nation, who doesn't have life as good as we know as everyday wants in this country, to theirs. <br/><br/>This will hopefully be accomplished with the help of you Congress, and the American people to show the world America does not only want to protect you, but it wants for you to prosper in your own economic sufficient nation, so that you do not have to rely on a foreign entity to get your human necessities like food and cloth, this I solemnly swear. America, action this day, action. Thank you, God bless you, and God bless the United States of America.</span></blockquote><br/><br/>Applause for the speech went around the room, and Obama left the podium with a smile on his face. He may have just opened up a can of worms, but it is something that if it didn't happen today, it would just be a delayed process to deal with later. With this, he was escorted to his limo to head back to the White House.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/f/fa/Seal_Of_The_President_Of_The_United_States_Of_America.svg/200px-Seal_Of_The_President_Of_The_United_States_Of_America.svg.png""/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""https://encrypted-tbn3.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcSfAd1l61Y-g8_0tTmOBYvnJ_ClA22U-OjKDaAbfL-7MTn2TCJXXQX3pc6Y""/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">The White House, Washington D.C, United States of America</span></span><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">February,8th,2015</span></span><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">2:50 PM</span></div><br/><br/>President Barack Obama had just returned from giving his annual State of the Union address, which to him was pretty mediocre compared to what he wanted to accomplish this year. He walked past his secret service to get into the oval, to which Vice President Joe Biden, Secretary of State John Kerry, Secretary of Defense Chuck Hagel, Secretary of Energy Ernest Moniz, Chairmen of the Joint Chiefs General Martin Dempsey, Director of National Intelligence James R. Clapper, White House Chief of Staff Denis McDonough, National Security Advisor Susan Rice, Deputy National Security Advisor Tony Blinken, Attorney General Eric Holder, and Secretary of Homeland Security Jeh Johnson were in the room.<br/><br/>""Alright everyone, let's go ahead and start."" opened Obama. Everyone took their seats or stood in the oval while Obama made his way to his desk. ""ISIS has taken more ground in Iraq, and the Airstrikes are having only limited effects. I need options people, we need to stop this terrorist group before the entire country of Iraq becomes the Islamic State."" Obama declared. Director of National Intelligence James R. Clapper stood up, ""Mr President, the intelligence community has been monitoring ISIS movements, and the surrounding nations moves to go against ISIS. Iran has stepped up troop deployments, Russia is announcing a ground mission, and as you previously stated US airstrikes are only doing limited amounts of damage. I propose we use the Central Intelligence Agency, to train local groups of militia's in various Iraqi towns to defend their towns from threat of ISIS advance. This will allow the Iraqi Armed Forces time to focus on defeating ISIS, and leaving local defense up to the town."" Clapper ended.<br/><br/>The room gave some negotiations more on the topic, and Vice President Joe Biden spoke, ""I don't believe we need to conduct more combat operations in Iraq, but I do believe this terrorist threat should be stopped. This is becoming new-era Vietnam, with airstrikes included and we are losing. I propose we go through with the Director's plan, but we need to not only stop the Islamic State, but also come up with a post-war strategy for dealing with why the group came up in the first place. The Iraqi central government, needs to follow my 5 point plan which I will detail to you.""<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>1. Giving Iraq's major groups a measure of autonomy in their own regions. A central government would be left in charge of interests such as defending the borders and distributing oil revenues.<br/>2. Guaranteeing Sunnis – who have no oil rights – a proportionate share of oil revenue and reintegrating those who have not fought against Coalition forces.<br/>3. Increase, not end, reconstruction assistance but insist that Arab States of the Persian Gulf fund it and tie it to the creation of a jobs program and to the protection of minority rights.<br/>4. Initiate a diplomatic offensive to enlist the support of the major powers and neighboring countries for a political settlement in Iraq and create an Oversight Contact Group to enforce regional commitments.<br/>5. Allow a small 500 men American military force, for security and oversight of the Iraqi Military, and Capital. <br/></div></blockquote><br/><br/>""With these measures, the Iraq region will be stabilized if we can ensure that we further weaken ISIS by taking away their political support base. If we cannot break the reason for why they fight for ISIS, we cannot win this war."" Biden finished. Obama stood at his desk, giving thoughts to the suggestions he heard. ""Kerry, do you think Iraq will agree to what Biden has proposed?"" Obama gave. John Kerry the Secretary of State then spoke, ""I do not believe so. The Iraqi government has been painted as the reason ISIS is alive, and that their relation with the Sunni's caused this friction. The only way I believe this will be supported, is if we give support to Kurdish Rebels instead of the Free Syrian Army, but this will anger Turkey for sure if we support the Kurdish people."" ended Kerry.<br/><br/>""We will institute Biden's plan, with the Director's training but extend it to Kurdish rebels as well. Turkey is a valuable ally, but they will have to get passed their differences to deal with this ISIS threat. The enemy of my enemy, is my friend. Train the Kurds & Villages, Institute the Biden Plan, and stop US Airstrikes. I want to draw them out where we can see them."" Obama said. And with that, the plan was being set in motion.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Iceland""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Greetings Icelandic Nation, <br/><br/>The United States of America would like to inquire why Iceland would need weapons, due to their long vicinity away from any combat zones. If you wish, we would much rather love to increase military cooperation with a base-sharing agreement, as well as additional ports for our navy in the region. Respond back when you can.<br/><br/>-Secretary of State John Kerry</blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Sweden""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Dear Prime Minister Stefan Löven,<br/><br/>The United State of America unfortunately does not have the destroyers on hand to sell, unless you are willing to pay 200 Million Dollars per ship to deliver you some of the old <a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kidd-class_destroyer"" rel=""nofollow"">Kidd-Class Destroyers</a> which are missile-guided ships. The aircraft will cost 145 Million per plane. Please get back to us when you can.<br/><br/>Secretary of State John Kerry</div></div></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Iran""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Dear Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei,<br/><br/>The United State of America is grateful you wish to engage in Nuclear Talks. For to long has both of our nations been separated on this issue, and to sit down and talk about them would ease some tension. If you pick a date for us to attend, we will arrive. <br/><br/>Secretary of State John Kerry</div></div></div>"
1255,2015 Modern World RP [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320708&start=25,2014-11-22T22:34:00,Kisinger,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""USA""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/2/27/Coat_of_arms_of_Sweden_%28Greater%29.svg/787px-Coat_of_arms_of_Sweden_%28Greater%29.svg.png""/><br/>Dear John Karry,<br/>We are willing to buy the requested equipment which is 18.4 Billion USD<br/><br/>Prime Minister Stefan Loven</div></div></div><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Ireland""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/2/27/Coat_of_arms_of_Sweden_%28Greater%29.svg/787px-Coat_of_arms_of_Sweden_%28Greater%29.svg.png""/><br/>Encryption:<span style=""color: #FF0000"">Highest</span><br/>Dear Esteemed Leaders of Ireland,<br/><br/> We have heard you were interested in possible Nuclear Program? Of course it is a ""peaceful"" one for reactors. No way in Heaven would we want a Nuclear War head nonono we want to get off of Russia's Gas!...<br/><br/>Prime Minister, Stefan Loven</div></div></div><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Iceland""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/2/27/Coat_of_arms_of_Sweden_%28Greater%29.svg/787px-Coat_of_arms_of_Sweden_%28Greater%29.svg.png""/><br/>Dear Esteemed Leaders of Iceland,<br/> Despite our non alignment policies I now officially abolish it by accepting the alliance. Now to convince the other Nordic Nations to do the same. As well as increasing trade. So what do you propose?<br/>Signed,<br/>Stefan Loven, Prime Minister</div></div></div><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Denmark""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/2/27/Coat_of_arms_of_Sweden_%28Greater%29.svg/787px-Coat_of_arms_of_Sweden_%28Greater%29.svg.png""/><br/>Dear Esteemed Leaders of Denmark,<br/>We here in Sweden have formed a trade union with you recently and were wondering if you would like to join a possible alliance of Nordic Nations.<br/>Signed, <br/>Stefan Loven Prime Minister</div></div></div>"
1256,2015 Modern World RP [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320708&start=25,2014-11-22T23:18:00,Benian Republic,"<span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">Ierland, Limerick at a banquet to raise money to research nuclear power</span><br/><br/>""Friends, Family and generous buisness associates (Croud gives a small laugh) we as a people a strong people must work towards solving any and all problems that ail our nation one of those problems that ails our great nation is energy and water prices, We as a government have a plan or rather a solution we are going to solve all these problems but first We need to deal with Energy. To do this we need to raise 75 Billion Euros and if each of you donates 175.6 Euros, if you each donate that we will be able to give you tax breaks for the next 7 years.""<br/>By the end of the night (which was 6 hours) they had finally raised enough money but still also needed to make a nuclear energy alliance in order to combat the costs of the plan so they looked aboriginal to see who would make suitable friends in the nuclear energy game.<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>Encryption: <span style=""color: #FF0000"">High</span><br/>To: Sweden<br/>From: Ireland<br/>My friend I would like to propose an nuclear technology plan which will hopefully inlude Iceland and if my plan succeeds we all (Ireland, Iceland and Finland) will be independent from Russian oil as well as solving problems that need solving, the idea is it will accomplish<br/>•Energy independece from Russia<br/>•Job creation<br/>•Desalination of water previously undrinkable into fresh drinkable water<br/>if you agree and would like to help this be accomplished please respond as soon as possible. </div></blockquote><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>Encryption:<span style=""color: #FF0000"">High</span><br/>To: Iceland<br/>From: Ireland<br/>My friend and neighbor i would like to invite you a nuclear research alliance which shall include<br/>(Ireland, Iceland and Finland) this alliance will be able to help your economy and keep you from having to pay for Russian oil and invest into more Eco friendly and closer to home solutions, this solution is nuclear in character what Ireland hopes to achieve through this is:<br/>•Energy independece from Russia<br/>•Job creation<br/>•Desalination of water previously undrinkable into fresh drinkable water<br/></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>Encryption:<span style=""color: #FF0000"">High</span><br/>To: Ukraine<br/>From: Ireland<br/>Ireland has been watching the Ukraine crisis unfold and has seen your country suffer to fight off the Russian funded terrorists which wish to steal Crimea from its rightful owners, knowing that the Ukraine possesses Uranium mines the government and her people of Ireland wish to invite you to a nuclear alliance which will work to spread nuclear energy in the hopes of improving economies and fighting harmful emissons it will also help to solve the following<br/>accomplish<br/>•Energy independece from Russia<br/>•Job creation<br/>•Desalination of water previously undrinkable into fresh drinkable water<br/></div></blockquote>"
1257,2015 Modern World RP [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320708&start=25,2014-11-23T02:13:00,Alexzanabbgggggg,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Egyptian/Libyan border</span><br/><br/>8AM, 10 February, 14,600 Egyptian soldiers crossed the border in to Libya. The original 12,500 strong task force was expanded by 2,600 at the last minute. The 14,600 soldiers will advance in two columns to Tobruk, where they will meet with the Libyan government soldiers and then advance on ISIS held Derna. The force has 800 tanks, mainly Abraham's but also including T-80's and Patton's. It also includes 1200 IFV's and APC's for infantry support, these are 500 YPR-765 PRI's, 100 BMP-1's, 100 EIFV's, 500 M113A2's.These forces are massively superior to the Jihadi's in training, equipment and experience. The tasks force's artillery includes M109 self propelled howitzer's and S-23 field guns.<br/><br/>In the air, the task force is supported by 120 F-16 Fighting Falcons which will be used in a ground attack capability and have been running sorties on Jihadi targets for 4 days now and will continue throughout the ground offensive. They are also supported by 40 Apache Gunships and 14 Mil Mi-17 gunship/transports as well as numerous other transport and attack helicopters. Numerous UAV's can also be used for scouting purposes and directing missile/artillery strikes.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/a/a6/Coat_of_arms_of_Egypt_%28Official%29.svg/150px-Coat_of_arms_of_Egypt_%28Official%29.svg.png""/></div><br/>To Italy<br/><br/>I understand you are supporting the Libyan government. I have sent in 14,600 soldiers in to Libya to brush away the Jihadi's, is their any way you could support this force? <br/><br/>President Sisi</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/a/a6/Coat_of_arms_of_Egypt_%28Official%29.svg/150px-Coat_of_arms_of_Egypt_%28Official%29.svg.png""/></div><br/>To Russia<br/><br/>Egypt would like to buy from you 30 Kamov Ka-50 Attack Helicopters and 15 Su-34 strike aircraft <br/><br/>Thank you<br/><br/>President Sisi</blockquote><br/><br/>F-16 above Libya<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/5/5f/Egyptian_Air_Force_F-16_Fighting_Falcon.jpg/1280px-Egyptian_Air_Force_F-16_Fighting_Falcon.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/5/5f/Egyptian_Air_Force_F-16_Fighting_Falcon.jpg/1280px-Egyptian_Air_Force_F-16_Fighting_Falcon.jpg</a><br/><br/>Armoured convoy in Libya (all logistics convoys are heavily protected with IFV's and APC's)<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/d/d6/Dutch_YPR-765_in_Afghanistan.jpg/1280px-Dutch_YPR-765_in_Afghanistan.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/d/d6/Dutch_YPR-765_in_Afghanistan.jpg/1280px-Dutch_YPR-765_in_Afghanistan.jpg</a><br/><br/>Tanks advancing<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/c/c7/Abrams_in_formation.jpg/1280px-Abrams_in_formation.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/c/c7/Abrams_in_formation.jpg/1280px-Abrams_in_formation.jpg</a>"
1258,2015 Modern World RP [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320708&start=25,2014-11-23T09:12:00,Monkeykind,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kisinger <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320708&amp;p=22533322#p22533322"">wrote</a>:</cite><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Denmark""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/2/27/Coat_of_arms_of_Sweden_%28Greater%29.svg/787px-Coat_of_arms_of_Sweden_%28Greater%29.svg.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/>Dear Esteemed Leaders of Denmark,<br/>We here in Sweden have formed a trade union with you recently and were wondering if you would like to join a possible alliance of Nordic Nations.<br/>Signed, <br/>Stefan Loven Prime Minister</div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/c/c6/National_Coat_of_arms_of_Denmark.svg/85px-National_Coat_of_arms_of_Denmark.svg.png""/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Sweden""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">To the government of Sweden,<br/>We would happily join in your proposed alliance of Nordic Nations. We hope this will improve our ties with all Nordic Nationstates.<br/>Helle Thorning-Schmidt, Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Dennmark.</div></div></div>"
1259,2015 Modern World RP [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320708&start=25,2014-11-23T10:17:00,Bandwagon,"11th February 2015, Warsaw, Poland 7am CET.<br/>Ewa Kopacz woke up in her home and had breakfast. She traveled to the Sejm Complex where she met government leaders in an emergency meeting.<br/>The government discussed air strikes against ISIL in the Middle East, in both Iraq and Syria. The government parties agreed and they then moved on the Senate and the Sejm to vote over the issue. The Sejm voted in a 406-44 majority. (88%-12 % Majority) and the Senate voted in a 96-4 majority. (96%-4%) This was all over by 8.30am which meant by 8.50am the Prime Minister could have a speech.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Fellow citizens of Poland, from today we will attempt to liberate the world from the worst evil, terrorism. Terrorism needs to be stopped. It's a global problem, a huge problem. Poland and the whole of Europe is at threat from a dangerous, satanic group called ISIL. ISIL want the whole world to live under these satanic, filthy laws called ""Sharia"". ISIL wants women like me to be tortured and to ban our religion of Christianity. ISIL are against anybody who's not Muslim. I am not against Islam, I'm against ISIL. ISIL is not Islam, ISIL is filth. ISIL are a threat to the World, specifically the Middle Eastern regions and the Western World. Our liberation will be through strikes from the air, which will wipe out these filthy, killing machines. We will also take in 100,000 Syrian Refugees in the next six months. These need to escape from the evils of the Syrian Army and Islamic Fundamentalist Groups. We assure that none of these are terrorists. These are ordinary, hard working people. We are putting our terror alert up to Level 2 (BRAVO). We are afraid that ISIL or other Islamic Fundamentalists may attack Poland very soon. We ask all people to be very vigilant at this time. We will deploy 15,000 military personnel to patrol the streets. Thank you for listening.""</span><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: All Members of the EU, Norway, Switzerland, Iceland.<br/>From: The Republic of Poland<br/>Topic: Environmental Summit<br/>Encryption: Medium<br/>Dear Sir/Madam,<br/>We have noticed many of you are interested in methods of renewable energy and stopping our dependency on Russian and Qatari Gas. We are planning a meeting for the 23rd- 25th February in Zakopane. We will discuss various methods of energy such as Wind, Wave, Hydroelectric and Nuclear. We expect all countries will attend this highly important summit. You can bring as many officials as you like and even family members, as they can go hiking and skiing. We hope you reply very soon.<br/>Yours Faithfully,<br/>The Government of the Republic of Poland.</blockquote>"
1260,2015 Modern World RP [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320708&start=25,2014-11-23T10:30:00,Capsland,"<div style=""float: right;""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.flaginstitute.org/wp/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/UK-Union-Flag.png""/></div><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">In response to Iran</span></span><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-style: italic"">The UK will be willing to handle talks with Iran in London on the 21st of February.</span></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Telford, West Midlands</span></span><br/>Today, HRH Prince of Wales, Charles, opened a new nuclear power plant that had recently been under construction for a year, in Telford. This new power plant will power nearby Birmingham, Shrewsbury, Coventry and Stoke-on-Trent. The government said that this will be the first steps in going green and reducing the UK's demand for coal, oil and gas.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Belfast, Northern Ireland</span></span><br/>A new aircraft carrier had begun construction. This new air craft carrier would be the first of many new ships for the Royal Navy. The aircraft carrier would be named HMS Toronto-Sydney as a tribute to Canada and Australia for their co-operation. The estimated completion for the new ship will be late next year.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">In response to Poland </span></span><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Of course the UK is interested in the environmental summit. Expect a UK delegate to arrive soon</span></blockquote>"
1261,2015 Modern World RP [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320708&start=25,2014-11-23T11:36:00,Alexzanabbgggggg,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">11th Febuary</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Skies above Libya</span><br/><br/>3 F-16 sawed through the cloudless skies of the Libyan desert. In some areas it had not rained for hundreds of years, yet people still lived here and people were currently killing each other for the dust and oil below. The target was a medium sized ISIS convoy, moving towards Derna, this convoy included two of the very, very few tanks available to ISIS (both were T-55's) and if they were hit it would be an good propaganda victory for Egypt.<br/><br/>The lead pilot spotted the convoy moving north and ordered his pilots in to attack formation. Two fly south so they could turnaround and strike right down the middle and the other one carried on east and would cut the convoy in half. At the southern end the two F-16 began firing their cannon and missiles at the the trucks, vans and technicals in the convoy, sending many of them up in fire balls. Then the third plane flew across the center, dropping a single high explosive bomb on a truck carrying munitions creating an almighty explosion. The first two F-16 had reached the northern tip of the convoy and having destroyed about 70% of it already (including the two tanks) banked around for a second run, seconds later all that was left of the ISIS convoy was a smoking pile of burnt out vehicles.<br/><br/>This was part of a major air campaign which has been going on for four days before the beginning of the ground invasion and has been causing major disruption to ISIS communication and transportation, hindering the combative capabilities<br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://media.defenceindustrydaily.com/images/ORD_AGM-65D_Fired_From_F-16_lg.jpg""/>"
1262,2015 Modern World RP [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320708&start=25,2014-11-23T13:38:00,Veddaria,"<img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.theflagshop.co.uk/ekmps/shops/speed/images/spain-state-flag-210-p.jpg""/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">11th February 2015; Madrid, Spain</span><br/>Prime Minister Mariano Rajoy released a statement early in the morning, confirming his intentions to call early elections, 8 months earlier than previously scheduled.<br/><br/>“Today the government of Spain officially announces that a general election will be held on Sunday the 26th of April. The economy, while improving, remains fragile and the lack of political certainty in the country jeopardises its future. A fresh government is required to continue the progress made by this administration and ensure future political stability.<br/><br/>Furthermore, I will not be standing for re-election, and Alberto Núñez Feijóo will be the People’s Party candidate for Prime Minister, as well as its chairman as of 26th April.<br/><br/>Prime Minister Mariano Rajoy”<br/><br/>Polling in Spain has the ruling People's Party trailing in third place, behind the Spanish Socialist Worker's Party and Podemos, who hold a narrow lead.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To Ewa Kopacz, Prime Minister of the Republic of Poland,<br/>I am pleased to confirm our approval of the proposed environmental summit, and announce that a Spanish delegation will be in attendance. <br/>Kind regards,<br/>Prime Minister Mariano Rajoy<br/>Kingdom of Spain</blockquote>"
1263,2015 Modern World RP [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320708&start=25,2014-11-23T14:33:00,Sebastianbourg,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 170%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #FF0000"">Juba, South Sudanese Republic</span></span></div><br/><br/>Some days ago the President of the Republic, Salva Kiir Mayardit, gazed at the banner flying over his palace. He promptly decided it was hideous and an absolutely abhorring mix of hues. Initially, he thought about designing a new flag himself but ultimately it was determined by the national legislature an open contest would be better as it would create a certain sense of unity in the country already divided amongst ethnic lines despite only three years of independence instead of showing-off the head-of-state's quasi-dictatorial powers.<br/><br/>Instantly, emails were sent to the most-prominent newspapers and media companies of the country (including those deemed to be in opposition of the government) announcing the design contest for a new national flag and coat-of-arms. Despite the fact that a South Sudanese winner was preferred the average citizen's ability (not the talent) to embark on such time-consuming labour was dubious; for this reason, emails were also sent to<span style=""font-style: italic"">The New York Times, The Guardian, The BBC, The Daily Mail, El País, Le Monde</span>and<span style=""font-style: italic"">Die Zeit</span>.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">From: Government of the South Sudanese Republic<br/>To: [Insert media outlet name here]<br/><br/>Dear sir/madam,<br/><br/>Our government wishes to notify you of a new contest to design the national flag and coat-of-arms of the South Sudanese Republic. It has been decided that a banner which unites the people of South Sudan regardless of their tribal identity and is more appealing (and not subject to ridicule) is desperately needed to better-represent our country and its citizens. This competition shall be open for two whole months starting tomorrow to people of all countries and the winner shall be announced no more than a week after the period for submissions ends. Furthermore, the two winners (there are two categories: national flag and the coat-of-arms) will receive $5,000 and South Sudanese citizenship (if they wish) and the runners-up will receive an honourable mention and a South Sudanese residency permit (if they wish).</blockquote>"
1264,2015 Modern World RP [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320708&start=25,2014-11-23T16:09:00,Sebastianbourg,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 170%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #FF0000"">Juba, South Sudanese Republic</span></span></div><br/><br/>Salva Kiir Mayardit was happy to know South Sudan's flag would soon change but he still had other internal issues to deal with; his country was experiencing a civil war and the people were starving. He needed to annihilate the traitors, destroy the ethnic lines that divided the country and overall feed the unfed and dress the naked. In short, he needed a miracle and that wasn't going to happen so he decided to beg the international community for food and to order his troops to kill anyone they thought to be a rebel fighter.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: United Nations<br/>From: Government of the South Sudanese Republic<br/><br/>Dear Secretary-General and Permanent-Representatives to the General Assembly,<br/><br/>My country is experiencing a famine! We beg the international community to aid us in these desperate times; we beg you, the people of the developed nations of the world, to help us feed our people and prevent them dying a slow and painful death. Due to the current situation and lack of stability in South Sudan we are unable to properly regulate the agrarian industry and are therefore unable to efficiently preside over the administration and distribution of the most basic foods to the general populace.<br/><br/>Please, do not ignore our call for help.<br/><br/>Sincerely,<br/><br/>Salva Kiir Mayardit<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">President of the South Sudanese Republic</span></blockquote><br/>After that letter was sent to the UN an open one was sent to all members of the military in which they were encouraged to keep fighting for South Sudan and to kill all those they suspected were<span style=""font-style: italic"">traitors and vile renegades</span>for only the total annihilation of the rebels would bring peace, stability and prosperity to South Sudan and its inhabitants.<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: The honourable soldiers of the South Sudanese Defence Forces<br/>From: Salva Kiir Mayardit, President of the Republic and Commander-in-Chief<br/><br/>Honourable and brave men,<br/><br/>South Sudan faces a great threat, a threat even bigger than the plight of poverty and hunger; we face the direct threat of an entire faction of our population who have decided to pursue what is convenient and beneficial to them only and not the citizenry as a whole. These men have for all intents and purposes forfeited their South Sudanese citizenship and our considered by our government to be nothing more than a faction of terrorists and misguided traitors. These rebels led by the former Vice-President of the Republic, Riek Machar, have renounced their allegiance to their nation, South Sudan, and have instead replaced it with allegiance to their tribe, the Nuer people. In an era when the government is desperately attempting to erase the ethnic and tribal lines which divided and prevented us from being a prosperous, peaceful and stable nation these men have decided to reverse all our progress and make our country even more divided by ethnicity and tribal identity and even poorer and hungrier. These traitors and vile renegades are not fighting the elusive concept of the homeland; instead, they are fighting to make you die a slow and painful death caused by the misery of poverty and the inability of acquiring food. For this reason, we shall spare no effort in our war against them; kill all those you suspect are members of Riek Machar's military for that is the only way to ensure peace, stability and prosperity for South Sudan and your descendants.<br/><br/>Do this for <span style=""font-style: italic"">Justice, Liberty, Prosperity</span>, the words enshrined in our national motto.</blockquote>"
1265,2015 Modern World RP [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320708&start=25,2014-11-23T16:22:00,Mifan,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 300%; line-height: 116%;"">Islamabad, Pakistan</span></div><br/><br/>President Mamnoon Hussain looked at the reports spread upon his desk. Another attack by Al-Qaeda and the Taliban in the North West region of Pakistan. This has been occurring ever since Pakistan joined the United States in the War on Terror, and now the war was taking a toll on the nation. Insurgency in the nation was high, even if the Taliban was taking more casualties than the Army, millions of civilians had to be moved to another part of the nation. Regardless, Hussain was willing to escalate the war even more in order to displace the Taliban once and for all. He got up and called a meeting with his Minister of Defense and the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee to discuss plans on how to eliminate the Taliban.<br/><br/>After about ten minutes, two men entered the room. The first was Khawaja Asif, the minister of defense. The second man was General Rashad Mahmood, the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee. Both men shook hands with the President before taking their seats.<br/><br/>Mamnoon began, ""As you both know, the Taliban is still fighting us in the North West, and have no intention of giving up. This war has been going on for 11 years now, and is just costing us money and lives. I want solutions on how to end this war quickly."" When the President stopped talking, both Asif and Mahmood sat and thought over what was said. Both men knew that lives were being lost, and both know that the war is taking a toll on Pakistan. After a brief moment of silence, Asif spoke. ""Mr. President, the Taliban have lost over 28,000 men in this fight, compared to us, we only lost 5,000. The reason the war hasn't finished yet is because the Taliban is trying to hide in the region and not engage us directly. If the government could spare another 30,000 soldiers, we will be able to end this war by the end of the month. Now, this would require us to get these men from the Indian border, but we would still have enough men there to keep the Indians at bay in the event that they invade us."" When Asif finished talking, Mahmood nodded and stated that the Army and Air Force would need to increase its tempo if they were to win. After hearing the men speak, Mamnoon thanked both men for their opinions and they left, leaving Mamnoon to decide on what support, the military would get.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Military</span><br/><br/>Military officials have stated that the war against the Taliban would intensify as the military would up its tempo in order to eliminate the Pakistani Taliban. They military have stated that another wave of soldiers would be moving from the Indian border, to the northwest region of Pakistan to engage the Taliban. Airstrikes would also increase drastically as the Taliban has little to now weapons capable of shooting down Pakistani aircraft.The officials have stated that they have full confidence that the war would be over soon, with the destruction of the Taliban."
1266,2015 Modern World RP [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320708&start=50,2014-11-23T18:43:00,Forty Twoania,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://beijingcream.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/Chinese-national-emblem.jpeg""/><br/><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The People's Republic of China</span></span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Beijing, China</span><br/>Xi Jinping laughed the foolish Indians had just alienated their strongest supporter, the British. How could they expect to compete against China if they couldn't even stop themselves from backstabbing their friends. China would definitely have something to say about India's prejudice not only against the British but also the Bhutanese. India actually had the balls to invade a country which posed absolutely no threat to them. Not only were the Indian attempts to ""protect"" Bhutan a clear violation of international law but they were also a threat to China. By subjugating Bhutan, India had crossed a line and China would have to react. Troops would be sent to the border and an ultimatum would be filed on behalf of Bhutan demanding that India back down or face military action. China hereby condemns India's actions both against Bhutan and the British citizens living in India.<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">10,000 men would be sent to the China-Bhutan border while 20,000 divisions are moved to Chinese Kashmir and 50,000 have been moved to China's Border with Indian Arunachal Pradesh.</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ultimatum against India</span></span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The People's Republic of China</span></div><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">China demands the withdrawal of Indian troops from the Kingdom of Bhutan. The Indian attack on civilians in the Bumthang Temple serves as enough reason to declare that India should not be involved in the internal affairs of another country. These acts of aggression so close to home will not be tolerated by China. China calls on the International community to support the return to Status Quo and the withdrawal of Indian Forces from Bhutan. Should India refuse to withdraw its forces from Bhutan, China will use military actions to insure the integrity of Bhutan's rightful sovereignty and facilitate the return of peace to Bhutan</span></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Spratly Islands</span><br/>China has ordered the movement of its Aircraft Carrier supported by 5 frigates and 3 Destroyers after a rise in tension with Vietnam occurred after an incident occurred between Chinese and Vietnamese Coast Guards patrolling the disputed islands. A small fight occurred after the Vietnamese Coast Guard Boat refused to withdraw. It is unknown who shot first but it has been confirmed that there were 3 Casualties in the short fire fight. The Chinese ambassador to Vietnam has expressed his concern about the Vietnamese intrusion into Chinese territorial waters and has re-outlined China's claim so the South China Sea.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Russia""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.acddialogue.com/bitrix/templates/acddialogue/images/china/symbol.gif""/></div><br/>China would be honored to mediate the conference in order to insure the resolution of the Ukrainian Conflict and bring about peace to the region.<br/><br/>China would also like to discus the possibility of developing Siberian Fuel reserves in order to feed China's growing industries. We propose the lowering of tariffs to facilitate the movement of goods between our two countries and the construction of a pipeline between China and Russia<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Xi Jinping, President of the People's Republic of China</span></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Serbia""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.acddialogue.com/bitrix/templates/acddialogue/images/china/symbol.gif""/></div><br/>China would be completely open to strengthening trade ties with Serbia. China values its friendship with the Serbian People and we would be more than happy to sell Serbia raw materials at a fair price.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Xi Jinping, President of the People's Republic of China</span></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Iran""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.acddialogue.com/bitrix/templates/acddialogue/images/china/symbol.gif""/></div><br/>China would be opened open to attending the conference in order to to discus Iran's Nuclear Program.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Xi Jinping, President of the People's Republic of China</span></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""North Korea""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align="" Center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.acddialogue.com/bitrix/templates/acddialogue/images/china/symbol.gif""/></div><br/>China is open towards the discussion of improving its relations with North Korea. We would be open to providing economic aid to North Korea. China values its relation with North Korea however we expect North Korea to not disrupt the peace in region. Such an action could result in a withdrawal of aid in order to keep China international prestige intact.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Xi Jinping, President of the People's Republic of China</span></blockquote></div></div></div>"
1267,2015 Modern World RP [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320708&start=50,2014-11-23T19:06:00,The Seleucids (Ancient),"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 250%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">International Press Release</span></span></span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">January, 2015</span></span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Report 2014 shows tentions grow in Europe</span><br/>A recent report on Ethnic, Racial and Religious tentions showed a worrying increase in Europe. In several nations on the continent the amount of conflicts related to the named tentions had increased by more then 100%.<br/>The leading nation was France with an increase of more then 250%, followed by the UK (170%), the Netherlands (130%), Greece (110%) and Russia (95%).<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Ferry of government Libya attacked</span><br/>The ferry on which the government of Libya met had been attacked my radical Islamists, the ferry sunk, leaving 6 parliment members dead including prime minister Abdullah al-Thani.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Falling and Rising with the Islamic State</span><br/>Days ago we could all celibrate the victory by the Kurds over Kobani, though the celibration did not last long. Last night the Al-Nusra Front stated in a video that it has disbanded the group and has merged with IS.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Government Sierra Leone resigns</span><br/>The government of Sierra Leone has resigned after riots broke out in several cities. People demanded the resignation of the government, this came after Sierra Leone expelled several organizations that where fighting against ebola in the country.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Thailand forms new government</span><br/>In recent days elections where held in Thailand to meet the people's demand of ending the military rule over the country.<br/>With a majority of 49% of the votes the Pheu Thai Party won the elections. Together with other parties they formed a new parliment starting from today.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Lord's Resistance Army active again?</span><br/>Several reports came in from the border areas between Sudan and South-Sudan, claiming that the Lords Resistance Army led by Joseph Kony has been kipnapping childeren in the northern towns of South-Sudan.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">India facing riots as government abuses power</span><br/>The Indian people have had enough, over 400,000 people marched through the streets of India in various cities to protests recent government actions against the UK and against minorities living in the nations. In some cities fights broke out which left some 7 people dead under who one police officer. The protestors say they are not backing away fro a confrontation and guns have already been spotted on several locations.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 250%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""color: #008000"">Islamic Republic of Iran</span></span></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/9tWY3VB.jpg?1""/><br/><span style=""color: #008000""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">February 13, 2015</span></span></span></div><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div style=""float: left;""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/4/4e/Emblem_of_Iran.svg/245px-Emblem_of_Iran.svg.png""/></div><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Adressed to: Recep Tayyip Erdoğan</span> <br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Ankara, Republic of Turkey</span><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Concerning Middle-East</span><br/><br/><br/>Iran shares your concern regarding the Syrian civil war and the rise of the so called ""Islamic State"". We do see the need of a certain stability in the region and we are willing to enter talks with Turkey. Iran has always been a supporter of regional solutions to these issues and we believe that foreigners are no good in this mattter. We wish to end this, give us a date and place for the talks and we will be there to see what needs to be done.<br/><br/>Signed by,<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Ali Khamenei, Supreme Leader of the Islamic Republic of Iran</span><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Hassan Rouhani, President of the Islamic Republic of Iran</span></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div style=""float: left;""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/4/4e/Emblem_of_Iran.svg/245px-Emblem_of_Iran.svg.png""/></div><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Adressed to: Vladimir Putin</span> <br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Moscow, Russian Federation</span><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Concerning P5+1 talks</span><br/><br/><br/>We thank you for showing us your willingness to enter once again in these talks. Iran wishes to end this struggle and sees the need of opening up trademarkets with several western states. We recieved word from the UK and they where willing to set a date and place.<br/>The talks will be held in London on the 21st of February<br/><br/>Signed by,<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Ali Khamenei, Supreme Leader of the Islamic Republic of Iran</span><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Hassan Rouhani, President of the Islamic Republic of Iran</span></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div style=""float: left;""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/4/4e/Emblem_of_Iran.svg/245px-Emblem_of_Iran.svg.png""/></div><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Adressed to: John Kerry</span> <br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Washington, D.C., United States of America</span><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Concerning P5+1 talks</span><br/><br/><br/>We thank you for showing us your willingness to enter once again in these talks. Iran wishes to end this struggle and sees the need of opening up trademarkets with several western states. We recieved word from the UK and they where willing to set a date and place.<br/>The talks will be held in London on the 21st of February<br/><br/>Signed by,<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Ali Khamenei, Supreme Leader of the Islamic Republic of Iran</span><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Hassan Rouhani, President of the Islamic Republic of Iran</span></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div style=""float: left;""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/4/4e/Emblem_of_Iran.svg/245px-Emblem_of_Iran.svg.png""/></div><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Adressed to: David Cameron</span> <br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">London, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland</span><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Concerning P5+1 talks</span><br/><br/><br/>We thank you for showing us your willingness to enter once again in these talks. Iran wishes to end this struggle and sees the need of opening up trademarkets with several western states. We will agree on the date and place set by your government<br/><br/>Signed by,<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Ali Khamenei, Supreme Leader of the Islamic Republic of Iran</span><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Hassan Rouhani, President of the Islamic Republic of Iran</span></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div style=""float: left;""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/4/4e/Emblem_of_Iran.svg/245px-Emblem_of_Iran.svg.png""/></div><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Adressed to: Xi Jinping</span> <br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Beijing, People's Republic of China</span><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Concerning P5+1 talks</span><br/><br/><br/>We thank you for showing us your willingness to enter once again in these talks. Iran wishes to end this struggle and sees the need of opening up trademarkets with several western states. We recieved word from the UK and they where willing to set a date and place.<br/>The talks will be held in London on the 21st of February<br/><br/>Signed by,<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Ali Khamenei, Supreme Leader of the Islamic Republic of Iran</span><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Hassan Rouhani, President of the Islamic Republic of Iran</span></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Libya</span></span><br/>Iran was shocked by the news that these takfiri's had attacked the Libyan parliment. While Iran was a strong supporter of Muammar Gaddafi they quickly changed to a strong supporter of the new government. Once the Iranian parliment heard the news they gathered up and held talks with the Libyan government on aiding them in their fights against the Islamists.<br/>Three days of talks passed with strong results. Iran pledged to send 500 Revolutionary Guards to Libya to advise and train Libyan soldiers and pro-government rebels. Iran also agreed to mediate between the Libyan government and pro-Gaddafi rebels.<br/>Iran also promised large investments into Libya once safety returned to the nation.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">India</span></span><br/>Iran stepped up and officially declared that relations with India would be put on hold untill the Indian government resigned. President Hassan Rouhani stated that Iran would side with the people and that he condemned the recent actions of the Indian government. Furthermore Iran stated that it was of outmost importance that this got solved by diplomatic means.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">UAE</span></span><br/>Finally an agreement had been reached over the last remaining disputed Island with teh UAE.<br/>Togheter with mediation from Oman the two managed to resolve their issues. The UAE got controll over the land while Iran got the sea around it. With this final issue solved Iran and the UAE where finally able to continue to build on their relationship. Not even a week later several investments had been made into various sectors of eachothers nations.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Military</span></span><br/>Military officials announced that Iran is going to open a new branch within its military called the ""Islamic Republic of Iran Peace Corps"" IRIPC. This came after Iran's increasing activity overseas and its law that forbids the regular army to engage in wars outside of defensive ones.<br/>This becomes the second branch that is able to operate in other countries besides Iran and its main purpose will be peacekeeping. The military officials stated that a force of 70,000 soldiers would be transferred to this new branch.<br/><br/>In other news, Iran's plan to promote it exports regarding military equipment started to work. Certain agreements where reached with Eritrea, Sudan and Sri Lanka. Iran's military export gear was mainly produced for nations that wanted to have modern equipment but didn't have the money to buy Western or Russian gear.<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Sudan</span></span><br/>5 HESA Saeqeh<br/>10 Matla-ul-fajr<br/>30 Type-72Z Safir-74<br/>70 Neynava<br/><br/>[20% discount was given by Iran to make the deal]</blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Eritrea</span></span><br/>15 HESA Shahed 285<br/>3 Kashef<br/>10 Raad<br/>40 Boragh<br/>3,000 KH-2002<br/>50 Shaher<br/><br/>[25% discount was given by Iran to make the deal]</blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Sri Lanka</span></span><br/>30 Mesbah 1<br/>10 Sayyad<br/>100 Neynava<br/>40 Samandar<br/><br/>[10% discount was given by Iran to make the deal]</blockquote>"
1268,2015 Modern World RP [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320708&start=50,2014-11-23T21:47:00,Al Nahar,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://images.vector-images.com/135/irak_coa_1965.gif""/></div><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Iraqi Ba'ath Party</span></div><br/><br/>After a small concentrated attack on Daesh(Islamic State) in Ramadi the Iraqi Ba'ath vowed to continue their vengeance against the forces who massacred them after they helped them in the early days. Miles outside of Mosul towards the west a daesh communications center which was operating with over 50 men was chosen as a target by the Iraqi Ba'ath party to launch a strike. 30 Ba'athists dressed up as Daesh militant terrorists and drove Toyota pickups armed with Machineguns and assault rifles to the communications center. Waving the the flag of the Khalifah the guards only asked where they where coming from and why. The guards of the communications center where both from Sudan and their profficiency in iraqi dialect of Arabic was not good. They assumed with the arabic they could pick up that these guys where on a regular move through the desert and they let them through. As the pickup trucks edged closer to the center they diverged in direction to surround it without being obvious. Slowly and casually the men got off and walked towards the center even joking and talking to nearby Daesh soldiers and Hisba(religious police). Once inside the center one of the Ba'athists asked to see the commander of the center as the claimed he had important information regarding battle plans for a small Kurdish assault near mosul. Of course this was fake and made up, as soon as the commanding officer with his long red chechnyan beard walked down to greet the man, the leading member of the Ba'ath in the room put his weapon on fire and shot the commander. He was soon followed by all the other Ba'ath disguised as Daesh terrorists who unloaded their weapons inside the Communications compound killing over 40 Daesh terrorists. Only 1 Ba'ath member was killed from a nearby bullet richochet. The communications center was then damaged by some grenades the Ba'ath members threw back as they imediatley left. The operation lasted 10 minutes..The Ba'athists drove off in their disguised force like nothing happened.<br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Fallujah, Iraq</span><br/><br/>An force of 120 Ba'ath members gathered into a sunni village near fallujah who welcomed them as opposed to the Islamic state terrorists. An Iraqi army position consisting of 75 soldiers with humvees in addition to 20 special forces was on its way to secure the village as they had heard that ISIS had pulled out. The Ba'ath members, given the blessing by the villagers hid among the fields, trees, houses awaited the Iraqi force. As the iraqi forces separated and moved into formations and begun moving into the village, the Ba'ath troops immediately ambushed the first special forces humvees effectively putting them out of commission by rpging them multiple times and blowing one up via IEDs. The main government force converged on the hit humvees. Ba'ath troops then moved in on behind them and ambushed multple squads inflicting over 30 dead and 41 wounded on the government troops who had to pull out. The Ba'ath suffered 14 killed and 25 wounded. The news of a battle victory by non-Islamic State militants over Iraqi government troops postitivley spread across the village and now rumors have spread to other Sunni areas around Fallujah that that Ba'ath have come back!<br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""https://s2.yimg.com/bt/api/res/1.2/jirONkle8pi.y6I7.6o6gA--/YXBwaWQ9eW5ld3M7Zmk9ZmlsbDtoPTQyMTtweG9mZj01MDtweW9mZj0wO3E9NzU7dz03NDk-/http://media.zenfs.com/en_us/News/Reuters/2014-06-06T181256Z_1127269667_GM1EA67061E01_RTRMADP_3_PALESTINIAN-ISRAEL.JPG""/><br/><br/>Ba'ath soldiers upon ambushing the government forces"
1269,2015 Modern World RP [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320708&start=50,2014-11-23T22:57:00,Lendenburgh,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-OqfldY8mBPk/TxL4v8CFNFI/AAAAAAAAHFg/FKQeQNZse5A/s1600/726px-Coat_of_arms_of_the_Kingdom_of_Italy_%25281848-1870%2529.svg.png""/><br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-size: 300%; line-height: 116%;"">Republic of Italy</span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Presidential Palace, Roma, Italia</span><br/>President Georgio was looking over a few papers at his desk, there was one very urgent matter to attend to: The Libyan government had been sunk, literally. The good news is there seemed to be a much more unified effort to help the Libyans out with their rampant IS issues. There was a message from President Sisi of Egypt which also needed to be responded to. <br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div><span style=""font-size: 140%; line-height: 116%;"">To: The Honorable, President of Egypt, Abdel Fattah el-Sisi<br/>From: President, Republic of Italy, Georgio Napolitano</span><br/><br/>The Republic of Italy is already blockading IS in Libya with small naval task forces around Derna and Benghazi and the coast in between. It has become increasingly difficult to work and cooperate with the Libyan government, as what was left of it just sank in a ship... However, we would be willing to possibly send some of our air force to aid in the fighting. However, it would be more convenient and cost effective if you allowed us to use the air-bases you posses near the border. Our government isn't quite at a consensus as to whether we should send ground forces into Libya at this point in time (and honestly, they may never decide). So, it may be difficult to provide any direct help on the ground. We will, however, make our best efforts to provide bombardment from the air and the sea. We thank you for your cooperation in trying to defeat these terrorists in Libya. We have also noticed your Security Council UN proposal, we will back this up wholeheartedly. If have anything else you would like to ask or share, please contact me.<br/></div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div><span style=""font-size: 140%; line-height: 116%;"">To: The Government of Poland<br/>From: President, Republic of Italy, Georgio Napolitano</span><br/>We would be very interested in attending an international conference regarding the environment, if you have any further details, please relay them to us.<br/></div></blockquote></div>"
1270,2015 Modern World RP [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320708&start=50,2014-11-24T00:55:00,Bandwagon,"14/02/14, Warsaw, Poland, 9am<br/>The Polish Prime Minister Ewa Kopacz held her first meeting of the day at the Sejm in Warsaw. It was Saturday, but she wanted a meeting anyway. She wanted a meeting over the Russian presence in Kaliningrad.<br/>""Hello Sejm Members. I'd like to talk to you about someething that we haven't talked about before, the Russian presence in Kaliningrad. We feel that they are keeping Kaliningrad, just to invade Poland and Lithuania. We would like to have a vote on is Kaliningrad part of Poland. Thank you.""<br/>They walked back to the Sejm and the Senate and voted it. The Sejm voted in a 242-218 (53-47% Majority) Majority and the Senate in a 51-49 Majority (51-49% Majority). Mrs Kopacz walked on to a stage:<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Good morning Poland, Europe and the World. I would like to make a speech about an important topic today. Today, we have voted against Russian imperialism. Today, we have voted against ethnic tensions and terrorism. Today, we have shown we are rolemodels for the World. Today we've voted against Russia owning a part of Poland, for the sake of them thinking of declaring war against us. Kaliningrad is Polish land, it's Królewiec. Królewiec, is a part of the Proud Polish Republic. We want Russia to get out of Królewiec now! We hope that the Poles in Królewiec will get their dream. To be part of Poland. Take down those alien signs and replace them with Polish. Take down that alien flag and replace it with the Polish flag. Take down that alien president and replace him! Thank you and goodbye."" </span><br/>The whole of Poland was in complete shock. ""What is this bull that the Polish president talks about"" said a man in Królewiec. ""It's Kaliningrad, Russian land!""<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: President of the USA, President of Ukraine<br/>From: Prime Minister of Poland, Ewa Kopacz<br/>Encryption: <span style=""color: #FF0000"">Secret</span><br/>Dear Sir,<br/>We would like you to come to Warsaw on the 19th February for a meeting over the crisis in the Eastern section of the state of Ukraine. We would like you to discuss the possibility of air strikes on Russian forces in the East.<br/>Please Reply Immediately.<br/>Yours Sincerely,<br/>Ewa Kopacz,<br/>Prime Minister of the Republic of Poland</blockquote>"
1271,2015 Modern World RP [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320708&start=50,2014-11-24T02:17:00,The Miaphysite Church of Coptic Archism,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/9/9a/Flag_of_Afghanistan.svg/640px-Flag_of_Afghanistan.svg.png""/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">د افغانستان اسلامي جمهوریت</span></span><br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 130%; line-height: 116%;"">Islamic Republic of Afghanistan</span></span></span></div><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ghazi Stadium, Kabul</span><br/>Ashraf Ghani, President of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan, stood on the field proudly. The stadium was full of people who had come to watch a public address, which was also being filmed and broadcast internationally, live. President Ghani had big dreams for Afghanistan. He would be the one to bring his war-torn nation out of the chaotic inferno it had plunged into, and restore the pride and greatness of the Afghan nation. He would fix the atrocious living conditions, crack down on corruption, and kill each and every Islamist in the nation. All he needed was time. Ghani leaned forward slightly, into the microphone. ""Hello, Afghanistan. This is your president, Ashraf Ghani. Afghanistan is a broken nation, seemingly without a path forward in this new, modern and violent world. But though the future may seem dark, I promise you all that there are lights in the darkness, just as there are stars in the night sky! And one day, soon, Afghanistan will recover, and people will live well once more.""<br/><br/>""Our allies from the West are just about to pull out of our nation, leaving only Afghanistan's own army to defend it. But I tell you, do not be afraid! You should be proud of our military. Our soldiers, brave, well trained and well armed, are ready to protect the people of this nation, and drive the evil plaguing us from this Earth. Our Air Force, equipped with the most modern of arms, is ready to strike down all of those why try to instill terror into the hearts of the people of this country!"" Ashraf made his case proudly, and to the approval of the crowd. A man had even entered the field from the stands. Ashraf paid him no mind for now.<br/><br/>""I promise all of you this. Afghanistan can be rebuilt. And Afghanistan<span style=""font-style: italic"">will</span>be rebuilt! You will all live well, with education, food, fresh water, the kind of things any human should have access to, that the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Taliban</span>"" Ghani almost spat out the word, ""say you should not!"" The man on the field was closer now. It posed a slight security risk, so Ashraf simply hoped his guards would take care of it. ""Give me, your government and your military time. Trust in us, and help us on our quest. And it will be very soon that Afghanistan can once again, stand proudly, among the nations of the world! Afghanistan will-"" Ashraf was interrupted when someone grabbed his shoulder. He turned to see the man who had been approaching from the stands. Ashraf looked around for his guards, who were nowhere to be seen.<br/><br/>In a blur lasting only seconds, the man tore off his jacket, revealing a bomb strapped to his chest. The man screamed ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Allahu Ackbar!</span>"" The chant of the Islamist, before pressing the detonator in his hand. The explosion burnt the grass, killed people in the nearby chairs, and destroyed the Islamist, but most importantly, killed the Afghan president on live international television.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Military Outpost, Kandahar Province</span><br/>The<span style=""font-style: italic"">ratatat</span>of assault rifles was broken only by the occasional scream, sometimes orders from commanders, sometimes screams of pain from those hit. A large Taliban force had attacked the outpost, and the men were fighting for their very lives. Abdul Mahdi, a low ranking soldier currently hiding behind the half of the wall that was still standing, shouted into a military radio. ""We need air strikes immediately on the hills north of our position!"" Abdul dropped the radio and grabbed his rifle, leaning around the wall, immediately forced back by gunfire. Guljaan, who was behind a different hunk of the half-collapsed building, shouted out ""There's gotta be a hundred of them!"""
1272,2015 Modern World RP [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320708&start=50,2014-11-24T03:30:00,Zataristan,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://media-3.web.britannica.com/eb-media/01/6401-004-AA19563B.jpg""/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Republic of Belarus<br/>Рэспубліка Беларусь</span></span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">January 2015</span></div></span><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Military</span></blockquote><br/><br/>Outside of Vitebsk,in a plain Belarussian field,stands a mock-up airfield with infantries posing as Op-For or the Opposition Forces as well as mock-up tanks.The Belarussian army is planning an excercise,joint between the airforce,the army and the special forces right on this day.The sun was shining,about a few kilometres away from the mock-up airfield stands a big observation post,inside,Lukashenko and his high-ranking army staffs are watching via cameras planted near the field of action.Lukashenko was happy,it was all going well so far.<br/><br/>They were ready,only to wait the go signal from Lukashenko.At 9:30 am the word was given.First came Sukhoi Su-27s,flying near the targetted area,jamming their radars and communication systems.Then the second step,Belarusian Spetsnaz dropped by Mi-8 choppers near the area undetected.They then succesfully infiltrated the airfield.As they were already inside the airfield they then planted charges on anti-air equipment,allowing the third phase to go on.Then,a Belarusian airborne brigade dropped in by IL-76 Candids just outside the airfield,while making their way in,T-72A Tanks are also dropped from the IL-76s,a total of 3 T-72s.<br/><br/>At 11:16,the excercise was finished.The result were outstanding.Overall,Belarusian forces gained much more less casualty than the Op-For.This excercise was published on international media,and it is also seen as one of the steps taken by the Belarusians to ready their army more.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Internal</span></blockquote><br/><br/>Belarusian Ministry of Sports has agreed to improve Belarusian national team in Association football as he stated tha the Belarusian national team has<span style=""text-decoration: underline"">a lot</span>of poentials. Belarusian Ministry of Defence has agreed to improve Belarusian armed force's Information and Technology division,as he stated<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Modern warfare requires a lot of knowledge in technology,which will give a big advantage to one side.""</span>.The Belarusian Police has begin their training in internal counter-terrorist operations.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">International</span></blockquote><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Afghanistan""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Рэспубліка Беларусь<br/>Republic of Belarus Ministry of International Affairs </span></div><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">We are deeply saddened and horrified by the recent attack that has left the Afghan president killed.Mr.Ghani was indeed a great man that has great ambitions for his country.We hope that the terror inside Afghanistan would stop,and that the Afghan people would stay strong.We wish to express our deepest condolences.</span></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Russia""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Рэспубліка Беларусь<br/>Republic of Belarus Ministry of Defense </span></div><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">We believe that Russian equipments can be trust ,as the Belarusian Armed Forces has been using them for the past decade with both of our countries having a close relationship with each other.By that,we wish to buy the following from the Russian Federation in an attempt to improve our military<br/><br/>-50 T-90A MBT<br/>-10 Kamov KA-50 Black Shark<br/><br/>Thanks in advance.</span></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">ITEMS TO BE SOLD:<br/>-90 T-72A</blockquote>"
1273,2015 Modern World RP [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320708&start=50,2014-11-24T09:34:00,Alexzanabbgggggg,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To Italy<br/><br/>Egypt thanks you for any help you can give. My force is going to attack Derna within two days, I ask that you concentrate your air operations over said city.<br/><br/>President Sisi</blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Libya</span><br/><br/>1,500 Egyptian soldiers marched in to the city of Tobruk. In fact, it was more like a military parade. At the front where the AFV's and Tanks, followed by hundreds of armoured cars carrying troops. Each vehicle had a Egyptian, Libyan and African Union flags flying from the roofs. Above them flew a wedge of helicopters. The residents of the city cheered and waved as the parade went passed. When the vehicles reached the center of the city, they then fanned out, going to strategic positions and securing them. 200 went of to the Hotel where the new government was staying. A small Egyptian force of warships also docked in the harbour.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, the 13,200 men of the Army of Libya are continuing their drive on Derna which they are expected to reach in one day. The Egyptian air force has been relentlessly bombing IS positions in the city and at sea, the combine Italian-Egyptian task force have been firing cruise missiles in to the city and the area around. Some Egyptian sub-marines and surface ships have also left port in Alexandria and are sailing towards Tripoli and Benghazi, to bombard the Jihadi positions there.<br/><br/>Egyptian Sub fires missiles at positions in Tripoli<br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/3/3f/US_Navy_030114-N-XXXXX-001_USS_Florida_launches_a_Tomahawk_cruise_missile_during_Giant_Shadow_in_the_waters_off_the_coast_of_the_Bahamas.jpg/180px-US_Navy_030114-N-XXXXX-001_USS_Florida_launches_a_Tomahawk_cruise_missile_during_Giant_Shadow_in_the_waters_off_the_coast_of_the_Bahamas.jpg""/><br/><br/>Egyptian AFV's in Tobruk<br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://cache1.asset-cache.net/gc/176610844-egyptian-army-tanks-drive-through-gettyimages.jpg?v=1&amp;c=IWSAsset&amp;k=2&amp;d=GkZZ8bf5zL1ZiijUmxa7QfJD3Rta2OggEJP0XFVCLhLCHyeAU6wzerrgP9DmiEfp""/>"
1274,2015 Modern World RP [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320708&start=50,2014-11-24T10:06:00,Capsland,"<div style=""float: right;""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.flaginstitute.org/wp/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/UK-Union-Flag.png""/></div><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">To the Government of the Republic of Ireland</span></span><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">We have been noticing that the Irish economy has been on the low in the recent years and parliament has been very concerned. We cannot stand idle while our only neighbour is suffering in finances therefore we will be sending a stimulation package to help jump start the Irish economy. The financial package will have an interest of only 2% and we know that the package will help the economy. The package will contain £50,000,000 for Ireland's government to invest into the economy. We hope this will bring about a new era of good relations and peace within the British Isles.<br/>Yours greatly,<br/>UK Houses of Parliament </span></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Birmingham</span></span><br/>The streets were full of people. The recent increase in racial tension had reached boiling point. The English Defence League were staging a protest against all immigrants of every kind. The police had to separate non-EDL supporters from EDL supports in order to stop a full scale riot from happening. This tension had reached Parliament and the ministers grouped to discuss it.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Parliament, London</span></span><br/>""We cannot stand by while innocents are harassed and beaten in the streets! This so called 'English Defence League' is a joke, they are a bunch of radicals that cause nothing but trouble. I say we outlaw them, the EDL must be stopped."" A group of were all talking between themselves with the occasional ""Yeah!"" propping up.<br/>""The real trouble lies within the education system, this just shows how the educational system is failing in this country. Fix the educational system and in time the solution will present itself."" More ministers were shouting ""Yeah"" at this point.<br/>""Let call a vote"" David Cameron said ""All in favour of re designing the educational system say aye"" Ayes were heard all around Parliament, it seemed unnecessary for them to vote on the outlawing option.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">BBC News</span></span><br/>""Hello all, today we have special news. You may all know the worlds newest country, South Sudan. Well they have just opened up a flag designing contest and are offering a $5,000 reward for the best one. So If I was you I would be designing right now... On other news, the government has announced that the educational system will be getting fully reformed with state schools getting more funding and private schools getting more government support. This can only signal a brighter future with the recent racial tensions. The UK will be sending an aid package to the Republic of Ireland, this package will contain 50,000,000 British Pounds to help stimulate Ireland's economy. We don't know why the government has sent it though. That is all in today's news, thank you and goodnight."""
1275,2015 Modern World RP [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320708&start=50,2014-11-24T11:34:00,Bandwagon,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: President of Belarus, Mr Lukashenko<br/>From: Prime Minster of Poland, Ewa Kopacz<br/>Encyrption: High<br/>Dear Sir,<br/>We would like you to stop supporting the evil tyrant of a nation called Russia. They may be Slavic, but we are also. I will give your country a loan of €1, 000, 000, 000 with no interest if you leave the Eurasian organisations run by Russia. We would also give 5, 000 of your young people scholarships to our universities.<br/>Yours Sincerely<br/>Your Dear Friend<br/>Ewa Kopacz<br/>PM of Poland</blockquote><br/><br/><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Afghanistan<br/>From:Government of the Republic of Poland<br/>Encyrption: High<br/>Dear Sir/Madam,<br/>We are in deep sadness over the killing of your leader Mr Ashraf Ghani. In his honour we will call the main square in Krakow Ghani Square (Rynek Ghani). He was a great man with so much things to do. We will send our Foreign Affairs Minister Grzegorz Schetyna to his funeral.<br/>Yours Sincerely<br/>Ewa Kopacz<br/>Prime Minister of Poland.</blockquote>"
1276,2015 Modern World RP [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320708&start=50,2014-11-24T12:33:00,Kryskov,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/0/0d/Flag_of_Saudi_Arabia.svg/225px-Flag_of_Saudi_Arabia.svg.png""/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia</span></span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Riyadh<br/>January, 2015</span><br/><br/>The Arab world was indeed changing, as it had been for so many years. Violence was beginning a resurgence and Islamic terrorists were now running rampant through Iraq and Syria on a scale never seen before. This would not concern the Saudis as much if the Islamic State didn't claim Saudi Arabia as a province. And furthermore, these vacuums of power have given Iran a perfect opportunity to sow influence in the region. That was something that King Abdullah could not let happen. The encroachment towards Saudi borders brought a real threat to the land. Syria and Egypt were taking measures in their respective spheres, and it was now time that Saudi Arabia assume its place as the greatest Arab nation and restored order.<br/><br/>Abdullah resolved to confer with Prince Bandar bin Sultan, Chairman of the National Security Council. Abdullah and Bandar talked for many hours, discussing possible logistics and costs of possible interventions, foreign policy with the US Military, and possible internal security risks. In the end, Abdullah, Bandar, and several high-ranking generals agreed on a plan.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">King Khalid Military City<br/>February 9, 2015<br/>1:30 AM</span><br/><br/>The night culminated on the execution of Operation Striker, a plan in the making for a few months. The 6th and 10th Mechanized Brigades were mobilized to the area around Arar, near the Saudi-Iraqi border. The 3rd and 11th Wings of the Air Force, based at King Abdulaziz Air Base, were put on standby. The Panavia Tornados and F-15's were armed and ready when the pilot's briefing began for the various squadrons. They were told to direct their weapons at ISIS and Ba'ath terrorists, with a focus on Fallujah and Ramadi. The planes took off and began surging towards their targets.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, the Mechanized Brigades in Arar began to push into Iraq and towards Ramadi and Fallujah, avoiding the main roads and pushing through the equally-uneven desert sand. Word came that the first strikes were hitting targets; supposed bunkers, heavy weapons, and vehicles were the aim of these strikes. The plaines returned to King Khalid Military City to refuel and rearm for another round of strikes. The brigades continued to push along towards its objectives, meeting limited resistance. The Saudi forces stopped and deployed at Habbaniyah Lake. The 6th pushed towards Fallujah and began seizing Al Taqaddum Air Base. The 10th pushed towards Ramadi and began skirmishing with insurgent ISIS troops on the outskirts of the cities. The airstrikes continued, providing air support to the infantry and cutting off movement from Ramadi to Fallujah.<br/><br/>With these attacks, Saudi forces aimed to eliminate immediate dangers to the city of Baghdad and Iraq as a whole."
1277,2015 Modern World RP [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320708&start=50,2014-11-24T15:51:00,Alexzanabbgggggg,"<blockquote><div><cite>Sebastianbourg <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320708&amp;p=22541759#p22541759"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 170%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #FF0000"">Juba, South Sudanese Republic</span></span></div><br/><br/>Salva Kiir Mayardit was happy to know South Sudan's flag would soon change but he still had other internal issues to deal with; his country was experiencing a civil war and the people were starving. He needed to annihilate the traitors, destroy the ethnic lines that divided the country and overall feed the unfed and dress the naked. In short, he needed a miracle and that wasn't going to happen so he decided to beg the international community for food and to order his troops to kill anyone they thought to be a rebel fighter.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: United Nations<br/>From: Government of the South Sudanese Republic<br/><br/>Dear Secretary-General and Permanent-Representatives to the General Assembly,<br/><br/>My country is experiencing a famine! We beg the international community to aid us in these desperate times; we beg you, the people of the developed nations of the world, to help us feed our people and prevent them dying a slow and painful death. Due to the current situation and lack of stability in South Sudan we are unable to properly regulate the agrarian industry and are therefore unable to efficiently preside over the administration and distribution of the most basic foods to the general populace.<br/><br/>Please, do not ignore our call for help.<br/><br/>Sincerely,<br/><br/>Salva Kiir Mayardit<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">President of the South Sudanese Republic</span></blockquote><br/>After that letter was sent to the UN an open one was sent to all members of the military in which they were encouraged to keep fighting for South Sudan and to kill all those they suspected were <span style=""font-style: italic"">traitors and vile renegades</span> for only the total annihilation of the rebels would bring peace, stability and prosperity to South Sudan and its inhabitants. <br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: The honourable soldiers of the South Sudanese Defence Forces<br/>From: Salva Kiir Mayardit, President of the Republic and Commander-in-Chief<br/><br/>Honourable and brave men,<br/><br/>South Sudan faces a great threat, a threat even bigger than the plight of poverty and hunger; we face the direct threat of an entire faction of our population who have decided to pursue what is convenient and beneficial to them only and not the citizenry as a whole. These men have for all intents and purposes forfeited their South Sudanese citizenship and our considered by our government to be nothing more than a faction of terrorists and misguided traitors. These rebels led by the former Vice-President of the Republic, Riek Machar, have renounced their allegiance to their nation, South Sudan, and have instead replaced it with allegiance to their tribe, the Nuer people. In an era when the government is desperately attempting to erase the ethnic and tribal lines which divided and prevented us from being a prosperous, peaceful and stable nation these men have decided to reverse all our progress and make our country even more divided by ethnicity and tribal identity and even poorer and hungrier. These traitors and vile renegades are not fighting the elusive concept of the homeland; instead, they are fighting to make you die a slow and painful death caused by the misery of poverty and the inability of acquiring food. For this reason, we shall spare no effort in our war against them; kill all those you suspect are members of Riek Machar's military for that is the only way to ensure peace, stability and prosperity for South Sudan and your descendants.<br/><br/>Do this for <span style=""font-style: italic"">Justice, Liberty, Prosperity</span>, the words enshrined in our national motto.</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To South Sudan<br/><br/>Egypt can provide a substantial amount of food and we do not want to see your people starve. How much foods do you need over what time and what type of food? We will not sit back and watch you starve.<br/><br/>President Sisi</blockquote>"
1278,2015 Modern World RP [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320708&start=50,2014-11-24T16:48:00,United commonwealth of ayrshire,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">Belgrade, Serbia</span></span><br/>Prime Minister Vucic was relieved to see the message from Putin that would allow him to take a state visit to Russia and strengthen relations between the two countries even further. He now needed to organise the trip. So, he called the secretary office of the Russian President and spoke with a young-sounding girl who represented Putin:<br/>""Хало? Је ово канцеларија Владимира Путина?""<br/>""Да ли је ова српска иоу спеак?""<br/>""да""<br/>""Ок, имате среће ја говорим овај језик!"" (laughs)<br/>""Ово је Александар Вучић, председник Владе Србије. Желео бих да организовати државни обилазак ваше земље да је ваш председник<br/>пристао да.""<br/>""Господин Вучић, ово је велика част.""<br/>""Тако, ја бих да искористим два дана у Санкт Петербургу и онда три у Москви, ако је то у реду?""<br/>""Ако је то у реду са тобом, ја ћу морати да тече ово господин Путин пре него што сам могу то да потврдим. Могу ли вам се јавити сутра?""<br/>""Да, то је у реду.""<br/>""Ок, хвала вам пуно. Збогом, господине Вучић!""<br/>""збогом.""<br/><br/>TRANSLATED CALL:<br/>""Hello? Is this the office of Vladimir Putin?""<br/>""Yes. Is that Serbian you are speaking?""<br/>""Yes.""<br/>""Ok, you are lucky that I know this language!"" (laughs)<br/>""This is Aleksandar Vucic, Prime Minister of Serbia. I would like to organise a state tour of your country that your President agreed to.""<br/>""Mr. Vucic, this is a great honour.""<br/>""So, I would like to spend two days in St. Petersburg, and then three in Moscow.""<br/>""If it is fine with you, I have to ask Mr. Putin before I can confirm anything. Can I get back to you tomorrow?""<br/>""Yes, that is fine.""<br/>""Ok, thank you very much. Goodbye, Mr. Vucic!""<br/>""Goodbye.""<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>To: China<br/>From: Serbia<br/>Greetings,<br/>I am glad to hear that you are willing to extend trade with us. So, I would like to make the following offers. Serbia will purchase:<br/>20,000 barrels of oil a day (7.3 million a year) for $75.40 per barrel ($550 million a year)<br/>5 million tons of iron per year at $80 per ton ($400 million a year)<br/>That would create a new trade agreement worth nearly a billion dollars per year, which I think would be a great result for both of our countries.<br/>We hope you consider this offer,<br/>Yours,<br/>Aleksandar Vucic, Prime Minister of the Republic of Serbia.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">POLITIKA<br/>PROTESTS IN VOJVODINA FROM HUNGARIANS</span></span></div><br/>Since the 1990s, the Hungarian population in their indigenous region of Vojvodina has been slowly declining. This has caused a lot of tension, and today things came to a head, with 2,000 Hungarians marching through the streets of Novi Sad, proclaiming the start of the fight back against ""ethnic cleansing"" in Northern Serbia.<br/>One unnamed individual spoke to<span style=""font-style: italic"">Politika</span>, saying ""This shameful act of bullying and ethnic cleansing has been going on for over 20 years now. Hungarian is becoming rarer around these parts, especially since the fall of Yugoslavia. Today we start to fight back. A new party is being launched, supporting the joining of Vojvodina with Hungary, or at least becoming independent. Only then can we stop these disgraceful acts of violence towards the Hungarian people.""<br/>Prime Minister Vucic was unavailable to comment on the scenes, although the Prime Minister of Vojvodina, Bojan Pajtic, said that the protesters would be ""allowed to march freely so long as things remained peaceful,"" and that ""a solution would be found to the problems of the Hungarian people of Vojvodina."""
1279,2015 Modern World RP [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320708&start=50,2014-11-24T18:50:00,Galter Gulcher,"<span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Diplomacy</span><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-style: italic"">To Belarus</span><br/>Consider it done, it will cost 320 Million $ and will be delivered by the end of the year. Payment is expected upon delivery.</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-style: italic"">To Egypt</span><br/>Consider it done, it will cost 1.1 Billion $ and be delivered within 4 months, Payment is expected upon delivery.</blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Poland</span><br/>The Russian government has decided to pretend it didn't hear that, taking it as a joke more then anything else.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Military</span><br/>Four Spetsnaz GRU operatives were confirmed KIA in the mission, the bodies of 18 ISIS defenders at the small dam have also been recovered, most having fled or been killed when air support began to hit ISIS forces around the Dam. The bodies of the Operatives were repatriated back to Russia and the remaining 296 soldiers will remain in position at the Dam, waiting for Iraqi soldiers to arrive and hold the dam. The taking of the dam effectively blocks off ISIS forces in Fallujah.<br/><br/>With Fallujah Dam taken and Fallujah encircled, the GRU force will position its self next to the dam, and over the course of one week the fallowing will be flown into Baghdad International Airport and then to the frontline:<br/>*20 T-80 Tanks<br/>*204 Spetsnaz GRU soldiers.<br/>*A battery of 12 Podnos mortars.<br/>*2 Giatsint Howitzers"
1280,2015 Modern World RP [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320708&start=50,2014-11-24T20:01:00,Benian Republic,"<span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Limerick, Ireland</span><br/>""The British government has so generously given us money to help our still struggling yet promising economy, what I propose will not only create jobs but help to enhance our capabilitys to protect our emerald isles from any threat be it foreign or from within, Gentleman what I propose was an I sea given to me by Lieutenant General Conor O'Boyle (he says with a satisfied grin)<br/>""What is this deal exactly""<br/>""We shall be building an all purpose military base it will include: Military science wing, nuclear science wing, training course and a recreational hall for the soldiers it will be placed next to the new St. Patricks training base and to power and give energy to our base and the surrounding communities we shall be building one nuclear reactor as well a 3 wind turbines this will help to provide cheap energy so that the people will not be spending all of their money on energy that comes at such high prices and in turn people will have more money to spend on consumer goods helping our economy""<br/>""How long shall your plan take ?""<br/>""For the nuclear power plant it shall take from 5-7 years and for the win turbines 6 months, is there any further questions?""<br/>""Martin I have one question *yells the representative from cork""<br/>""Yes, well what is it?""<br/>""How many people shall be hired to build these projects?""<br/>""For the Nuclear reactor: 400,000 for the wind turbines: 50,000 per farm""<br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">By the end of the day had commenced and all but one county had agreed to the spending, therefore it passed with a majority.</span></span><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>Encryption:<span style=""color: #FF0000"">None</span><br/>To: UK<br/>From: Ireland<br/>We thank you for your generous deal and will be putting it to good use but would like to discuss some trivial things in private, if you could send a diplomat To Dublin palace within the week we would be much obliged. We are sorry we can't speak any more due to this being a secret and we fear the wires are tapped.<br/>-Cordially Miachel D Higgins-<br/></div></blockquote>"
1281,2015 Modern World RP [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320708&start=50,2014-11-24T20:09:00,Zechaslavia,"<dl class=""codebox""><dt>Code: <a href=""#"" onclick=""selectCode(this); return false;"">Select all</a></dt><dd><code>To All NATO countries<br/>From: Canada<br/>Canada calls for an emergency NATO meeting in Ottawa to discuss current world events including some serious world events<br/>Signed Stephen Harpour</code></dd></dl>"
1282,2015 Modern World RP [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320708&start=50,2014-11-25T03:12:00,The Miaphysite Church of Coptic Archism,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/9/9a/Flag_of_Afghanistan.svg/640px-Flag_of_Afghanistan.svg.png""/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">د افغانستان اسلامي جمهوریت</span></span><br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 130%; line-height: 116%;"">Islamic Republic of Afghanistan</span></span></span></div><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Government Offices, Kabul</span><br/>Abdullah Abdullah was the Chief Executive Officer of Afghanistan. The position had been specifically created in the aftermath of the recent elections in which Abdullah and Ghani both claimed victory. In truth, Abdullah acknowledged that Ghani was a good influence on Afghanistan, and would never have hoped violence on the man, they were simply two politicians in different parties, with different priorities. After Ghani's death, Abdullah has been appointed the Acting President of Afghanistan, as an election in the current circumstances would be both dangerous and inaccurate. After the terrorist attack in Kabul, the Taliban had launched a major offensive all across southern Afghanistan, centered in Kandahar province and stretching into Zabul and Helmand. With the pullout of Coalition forces in Afghanistan, the Taliban saw the opportunity to over-run the civilian government and retake the nation. It was something Abdullah could not let happen.<br/><br/>Rather than make a public speech as Ghani had done, Abdullah was playing it safe. He was in his heavily guarded office, broadcasting an announcement for television and radio. The man filming him motioned that he was ready, and Abdullah begun his prepared speech. ""Hello, people of Afghanistan. Only days ago, President Ashraf Ghani was killed in a bombing in the city of Kabul. This is a national tragedy, one befitting mourning, however now is not the time to mourn. Though President Ghani is gone, his promises are not, and this government will bring his dreams to fruition. We will make Afghanistan great. The first step, is to avenge President Ghani, and strike back against the Taliban. Rest assured, people of Afghanistan, that this government will do, and is doing, everything in it's power to smite the Taliban from this Earth!""<br/><br/>""There will be hardships in the days to come, there will be casualties. But each and every hero that gives their lives in the name of Afghanistan's future will be remembered, and held up as our nation's saviors. I promise you all that we as a people can persevere! We, as a nation, can gather together, and united, drive out the evil plaguing us. I would like to take a moment to thank all nations that have expressed their condolences, they are accepted with gratitude. I would especially like to thank the governments of Poland and Belarus which have taken the time to write personal condolences, and the government of Poland particularly for recognizing our President Ghani and naming a city square in his honor.""<br/><br/>""Finally, this message is directed to the soldiers of this nation, fighting for our freedom and protection from those who wish to take everything from us. You are the strength in the arm of the Afghan people, the immovable object which stands up to even the most seemingly unstoppable force. I and the people of Afghanistan have absolute confidence in your ability to fight well and save this nation. Allah bless you all.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Military Outpost, Kandahar Province</span><br/>Abdul Mahdi leaned around the pile of rubble to take a potshot, glad to see one of the Taliban fighters drop to the ground. He was forced back by returned fire, and turned to see his commander get shot in the shoulder. The commander, Malik, swore profusely, and Abdul snuck over to him to address the wound. Malik pushed him away and shouted above the gunfire ""I'm fine, keep focused on the enemy!"" Abdul hesitated for a second, before nodding and turning back in the direction of the Taliban force. He was about to lean out of cover when his radio squealed for a second and a voice came through. ""This is the AFA second wing, a few seconds out from the target."" Abdul shouted out ""Get down!"" and the soldiers hid behind the cover.<br/><br/>Over a nearby ridge, numerous helicopters flew overhead and began firing large machine guns into the Taliban forces. Abdul leaned just out of cover and watched the gunfire cripple the Taliban forces. After twenty seconds, the gunfire ended, with the Helicopters hovering around the area. Malik ordered his men to leave their cover and finish off the Taliban force. Abdul jumped over the rubble he'd been hiding behind, and ran for the hills the Taliban had been shooting from. There were only several of them left in shape for fighting, and the soldiers finished them off as they ran. The Afghan force took the hills with nary a fight, and Abdul signaled to the Helicopters that they had won the skirmish.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Later</span></span><br/>Abdul and his group sat around the radio as the sun neared setting, while they dug into some of their rations and a medic dressed Malik's injury. They were listening to the speech from Kabul, somewhat surprised. ""Shit, President Ghani's dead?"" Guljaan asked, shocked. ""It sounds like Abdullah's President now."" Malik responded between grunts of pain. ""The whole country's gone to hell, I hear the Taliban's launching attacks like this all across the Province, and across one or two others."" The medic added in his own comments while operating on Malik. ""Taliban's putting everything they have into this campaign."" Abdul commented, looking into empty space. ""What with the Coalition pullout, they think they have a decent chance of winning."" Malik looked him in the eye and replied ""They do. But we aren't gonna let them.""<br/><br/>One of the men, Abdul didn't know him well, said ""You know what this is leading to, right? It's all leading up to a big fight for Qandahar City. It's the only logical target for the Taliban to go for."" Guljaan shook his head and replied ""Lots of civilians in Qandahar. Half a million, right?"" Guljaan got no response, as the men quietly listened to the end of the speech on the radio."
1283,2015 Modern World RP [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320708&start=50,2014-11-25T11:35:00,Alexzanabbgggggg,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">18th of February, Derna, Libya</span><br/><br/>13,000 Egyptian soldiers have now encircled the ISIS held city of Derna. At sea, the Italian-Egyptian task force has instituted a blockade on the city, turning back or sinking any ships that try to enter. In the skies, the werr of Drone engines is always audible as the spy on ISIS positions and report back to the air force and navy. If any ISIS tanks, guns, fighter, stockpiles or anything else that could be used to defend the city are spotted by the Drones, they will report back to their respective controllers (navy & air force) who will then dispatch a missile of F-16 to end the threat. Egyptian Apache helicopters are also being used to destroy ISIS position in the city such as bunkers and target ISIS positions outside the area, eg supply columns.<br/><br/>The attack on the city will begin at 4am tomorrow and will attack in two places, the east and south. These two spearheads will be comprised of elite units and armoured units who will brush aside any opposition. The regular troops will then follow up and take care of any larger pockets of resistance. The battle for the city is estimated to take 2 days. If needed, the Egyptian navy can also land marines in the city. In Egypt, a 2,000 strong reinforcement force is being put together to join the main force once Derna has fallen. The combined force will then push on to Libya's second city of Benghazi.<br/><br/>Apache above Derna<br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/0/0f/US_Navy_120127-N-PB383-090_A_U.S._Army_AH-64_Apache_helicopter_approaches_the_flight_deck_of_the_amphibious_transport_dock_ship_USS_New_Orleans_%28LP.jpg/170px-US_Navy_120127-N-PB383-090_A_U.S._Army_AH-64_Apache_helicopter_approaches_the_flight_deck_of_the_amphibious_transport_dock_ship_USS_New_Orleans_%28LP.jpg""/><br/><br/>Egyptian troops and Abrams tanks on the outskirts of Derna<br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.channelstv.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/egypt-army-tanks-a_1818076c.jpg""/>"
1284,2015 Modern World RP [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320708&start=50,2014-11-25T15:09:00,Capsland,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">To the Government of Serbia</span></span><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">It has come to parliament's attention that you and your nation wish to join the European Union. We have watched carefully on the delicate region of the Balkans and come to the conclusion that stability and safety have been secured. The United Kingdom is willing to support Serbia's involvement in the European Union. This, however, comes with a responsibility for the Serbian government. Serbia must recognise Kosovo as a sovereign state independent from Serbia. Only then will stability in the Balkans increase. Please consider this, we await a response.<br/>Yours greatly,<br/>Minister for European Affairs</span></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">BBC News</span></span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">UK to send Humanitarian Aid and Peace Keeping forces to Libya if UN resolution is Passed</span></span><br/>After the semi-won NATO intervention in Libya the country has been on edge. With groups of militias declaring themselves as the rightful rulers of Libya. Due to this increase of terrorist actions and instability within Libya, the UK has pledged 1,000 troops from the Royal Army to help with thee peace keeping process if the UN resolution is passed. The government has also declared that aid in the form of food, fresh water and much needed supplies will be sent to major towns and cut off villages in Libya.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Nuclear Power Protests</span></span><br/>The newly built nuclear power plant built in Telford has undergone much criticism. People believe that the nuclear power plant can only bring bad news in the region. This only proves how much 'nuclear scepticism' there still is in the UK. Especially after Chernobyl and Fukushima, nuclear power on a whole has had bad press. Only time will tell if the protests die down.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">UK to Start a Joint Space Program With the European Space Agency</span></span><br/>Due to the recent success with the European Space Agency, the UK has been requesting that British companies start getting involved with the agency. This is likely to make the UK a big player in the space race but there's still a long way to go yet before a final deal is made."
1285,2015 Modern World RP [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320708&start=50,2014-11-25T15:42:00,Al Nahar,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://images.vector-images.com/135/irak_coa_1965.gif""/></div><br/><br/>After sporadic attacks on the Islamic State and the Iraqi government in certain parts of Iraq, in a secret command compound within Islamic State held Iraq, Ibrahim izzat al Douri initiated a battle plan to put his forces on the map and show the world that they were there. The Islamic State during its initial attack on Iraq was helped by the great military minds of the former Saddam officers. However with the insurgency against the Islamic State by Arabs in Iraq they lost much of those men. The Iraqi Ba'ath party also launched strikes against the Iraqi government seeking to continue its legitimacy as a force for the Sunni people and to continue its resistance against the sectarian Baghdad regime. The Ba'athists had drawn up a plan to take Tikrit, Saddam's birth place since it was very symbolic. A similar assault was to take place in Al Qaim very close to the Syrian border crossing. An Intifada(rebellion, uprising) was also planned in the Sunni part of Baghdad against the Iraqi government. Many Ba'ath who had agreed to this were already serving in high positions inside the Islamic State government and military and acted as intelligence sources for the Ba'ath insurgency against the Islamic State.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Tikrit, Iraq</span><br/><br/>Over 1,000 Ba'athist soldiers and loyalists moved towards Tikrit disguised as Islamic State fighters. Earlier in the week a senior commander in the Islamic State who sympathized with the Ba'ath and was a former Saddam officer gathered his forces in a way so that all were to turn their guns on the Islamic State. He moved his forces towards Tikrit claiming it was to reinforce the Islamic State that was fighting the Shia militias of Iran and Iraq there. World medias were reporting ""Attacks by coalition aircraft on Islamic state reinforcements near Tikrit"". As these reinforcements took positions on the flanks of the main Islamic State forces defending Tikrit, they immediately turned their guns on the Islamic State soldiers and launched a full surprise ambush from behind the city and on one of its flanks massacring the unsuspecting Islamic State defenders. Ba'ath troops then linked up with supporters within the city and targeted Iraqi government positions in the distance along with their militias. The Iraqi government did not launch an assault and waited instead. The Ba'ath troops clashed heavily on all sides of the Islamic State forces and overhwhelmed them. over 150 Islamic state soldiers were captured with another 850 killed and 400 ran away. This was the first victory of the Iraqi Ba'ath in its return to the map! Ibrahim izzat al Douri declared it as a victory against imperialism and terrorism from exterior sources. it was huge symbolic victory as it was the birthplace of Saddam Hussein, a leader that Sunni's remember as a time of prosperity.<br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://cache1.asset-cache.net/gc/454243796-democratic-front-for-the-liberation-of-gettyimages.jpg?v=1&amp;c=IWSAsset&amp;k=2&amp;d=GkZZ8bf5zL1ZiijUmxa7QdAo6R9oxX3%2FfypaIIFpCHyiMCtJOVj1b%2FpSMzH6QTY5""/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Members of the Iraqi Ba'ath insurgents that took Tikrit from the Islamic State</span><br/><br/>Al Qaim near the Syrian border experienced a similar attack and its garrison was annihilated by Sunni tribesmen who had the support of Ba'ath commanders and weapons.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Baghdad, Iraq</span><br/><br/>Upon hearing the news of the battle in Tikrit and Al Qaim, tens of thousands of people who were secretly organized by Ba'ath leaders took to the streets chanting death to Al Baghdadi! Death to Maliki! Long Live Al Douri! Ibrahim izzat al Douri went on tv from an undisclosed location citing these victories as a reason for the Sunni of Iraq and also Syria to rise up against their tormentors and unite against Terrorism and Imperialism! Ibrahim Izzat al douri demanded that the Arab world exlcuding Bashar al Assad's syria help out its fellow brethern in their fight against the Islamic State and the Iraqi government/<br/><br/>blue is Ba'ath territory<br/><br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://postimg.org/image/q0mygq68x/"" rel=""nofollow""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://s24.postimg.org/q0mygq68x/Iraqi_2.jpg""/></a>"
1286,2015 Modern World RP [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320708&start=50,2014-11-25T20:27:00,Sebastianbourg,"A young aide-de-camp in the presidential guard approached the President, Salva Kiir Mayardit, with an odd look of unease and happiness. In his hands he held a sheet of paper, ""Mr President, the Egyptians have sent this message to us.""<br/>""What is it lieutenant?""<br/>""Read it yourself, your excellency.""<br/>""Very well, pass it over.""<br/>And with that the lieutenant aide-de-camp passed the sheet of paper with a message sent by the Egyptian government printed on it.<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To South Sudan<br/><br/>Egypt can provide a substantial amount of food and we do not want to see your people starve. How much foods do you need over what time and what type of food? We will not sit back and watch you starve.<br/><br/>President Sisi</blockquote><br/>Having read the letter, Salva Kiir Mayardit took out a small notebook and a pen from his pocket and began to write a response to the Egyptian government's letter.<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Mr President, <br/>We deem it improper to ask for a specific amount of food since we do not want to place upon you, your government and your people the burden of feeding so many people in our country. For that very reason, I ask you to send as much food as you can without sacrificing the well-being of your people. Regardless of the amount of food the Egyptian people led by you send the South Sudanese people we shall be eternally grateful for your generosity in these times of great need.<br/>Sincerely,<br/>Salva Kiir Mayardit</blockquote>"
1287,2015 Modern World RP [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320708&start=50,2014-11-26T09:47:00,Bandwagon,"Fallujah, ISIL Territory, Iraq<br/>A Sukhoi Su-22 flew over head and bombed an ISIL target in Fallujah. A cloud of smoke appeared and was seen from far away. The Polish Air Force had carried out it's first air strike against ISIL. Ewa Kopacz watching back in Warsaw got the news 30 minutes later. This would be the start of Poland stopping ISIL.<br/><br/>Warsaw, Poland<br/>Warsaw Airport was very busy, thanks to over 2,000 Syrian Refugees arriving there. The Polish President Bronisław Komorowski greeted all of the first 2,000 to arrive. Over the next fifty days, a whopping 100,000 refugees were to arrive. Instead of the original 180 day plan it was shortened to only 50.<br/><br/>Because of their arrival Right Wing and Far-Right Groups such as the Real Politics Union held a rally in Central Warsaw. 25,000 attended with many racist banners such as ""Kill the Muslim Scum"" and ""No Terrorists Here."" The rally surprisingly was peaceful."
1288,2015 Modern World RP [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320708&start=50,2014-11-26T13:50:00,Alexzanabbgggggg,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To South Sudan<br/><br/>Egypt will send 4 Lockheed C-130 Hercules this week to Juba, and 2 every week for the next 4 months. The planes will be loaded with food, water and medical supplies, we hope this will help your country<br/><br/>President Sisi</blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Derna</span><br/><br/>Commander Hussein sat in his Abrams tank as it surged forwards towards the city of Derna. Around them were YPR-765 IFV's , M113 APC's, T-80 tanks and various other armoured fighting vehicles, behind them advanced men of the elite units of the Egyptian army. Many clung to the backs of tanks and AFV's while other advanced in to the city on foot in fight units. Suddenly, at 300 meters, small arms opened up, AK-47's and PKM's opened up on the Egyptian forces. Many rounds hit the armoured vehicles and did no damage; some struck the infantry behind killing some of them but not many.<br/><br/>Hussein ordered the main gun to be fired, the shell hit it target, a sandbag road block, blowing it sky high. A single IFV charged in to the street now opened by Hussein tanks and was blow an apart by an RPG round fired from the top and a block of flats. Hussein fired the gun again, hitting the block of flats and when he ordered his tank trough, nobody tried to stop him. Once he was through, the tank was followed by infantry and smaller vehicles, exploiting the gap and speeding towards the centre of the city. All around the perimeter of Derna , ISIS positions were quickly falling and soon the battle had turned in to a rout. A small group tried to make a stand in the city park but where quickly dealt with by an Apache strike.<br/><br/>2 hours after the battle began, the city fell. 200 Egyptians died and 900 ISIS troops were killed, taken prisoner or wounded. The Egyptian force would re-gather in Derna where it would be reinforced by 2,000 fresh soldiers, they would then push on to the much larger city of Benghazi where government troops are currently under siege by ISIS forces.<br/><br/>Egyptian tank Derna<br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/a/a6/M1A1.jpg""/>"
1289,2015 Modern World RP [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320708&start=50,2014-11-26T15:12:00,Galter Gulcher,"<span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Millitary</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Tikrit</span><br/>As the GRU Spetsnaz element had now assembled West of Baghdad, it was given orders not to head for the now encircled ISIS city of Fallujah and to reinforce the troops already there, but to head along the Tigris River to Samarra, just south of Tikrit. Meanwhile, air support also directed away from Falujah and began striking against Baathist positions in Tikrit. Once the force arrived in Samara, they would take position north of Samara and the Giantsint SPG's would begin to shell positions marked earlier by the Su-24's but that the Su-24's could not bomb. Once this is done, the force would progress towards the city, and just south of it were there is a major ridge line were the 13 of the tanks,two platoons of Infantry and the Artillery would establish there position. Meanwhile, the other 7 T-80s along with 50 Spetsnaz GRU operatives would move down from the ridge along the road and move into the Southeastern portion of the city around the hospital. The final 100 GRU operatives would travel 2 Kilometers down the Mosul-Baghdad highway and then loop North and flank the city from the west.<br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/EQvplWL.jpg""/><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Red line:Company of Spetsnaz flanking the city<br/>Green dots and line: Line is two platoons of Spetsnaz, dots are individual tanks.<br/>Yellow dots: Position of Tanks and 50 GRU Operatives</span><br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Fallujah</span><br/>Delaying the assault as the reinforcments were shifted North towards Tikrit, the GRU Operatives begins to wait out at the Dam, over watching the surrounded Fallujah."
1290,2015 Modern World RP [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320708&start=50,2014-11-27T00:51:00,Bandwagon,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: South Sudan<br/> From: The Prime Minister of the Republic of Poland, Ewa Kopacz<br/> Encryption: High<br/>Dear Sir/Madam,<br/>The people of Poland are afraid of your people starving, and that cannot happen. We, the government of the Republic of Poland will send €200,000,000 in aid for the poor people of your country, for food and water. <span style=""text-decoration: underline"">All the money</span> must be used on humanitarian aid or we'll ask for the money back. We hope that we will save many people from dying.<br/>Your Dear Friend,<br/>Yours Faithfully<br/>Ewa Kopacz,<br/>Prime Minister of the Republic of Poland</blockquote>"
1291,2015 Modern World RP [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320708&start=75,2014-11-27T09:30:00,United commonwealth of ayrshire,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><div align=""center"">BELGRADE, SERBIA</div></span></span><br/>It had been a quiet week, so Vucic was actually rather pleased when the British message arrived. However, this pleasure was gradually removed as the letter was read. He hastily put together an indignant reply:<br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>To: Britain<br/>From: Serbia<br/>Encryption: High<br/>Greetings,<br/>I received your message and am glad that you are so ready to support our accession to the EU. However, your terms are completely unacceptable. The government of Serbia will not, cannot, recognise the independence of Kosovo. To ask this of us is very ignorant and quite insulting, as I am happy to explain.<br/>In fact, I would like to explain the history of the region to you face-to-face. I would very much like for you to come to Belgrade on Saturday, so that we may discuss several things, including relations between our two countries, trade deals, the EU, and of course the Kosovo issue. This would enable us to reach a good agreement over Kosovo and hopefully speed up our EU accession process.<br/>I hope to hear from and see you soon,<br/>Aleksandar Vucic, Prime Minister of the Republic of Serbia</div></blockquote>"
1292,2015 Modern World RP [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320708&start=75,2014-11-27T11:05:00,Mifan,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">North Waziristan, Northwest Pakistan</span></div><br/><br/>North Waziristan was one of the last places, in the Northwest regions of Pakistan, the Pakistani Taliban could hide. The goal for the military was clear, eliminate all Taliban Forces and pacify the area to end the Taliban threat. This tactic has been proven successful numerous times in the past as the Taliban hasn't risen up in South Waziristan or other areas where the Taliban used to hide. Being next to Afghanistan was its own problem, as the Taliban could easily retreat into the war torn nation and continue their attacks. This was something that the military wouldn't allow to happen. Ever since the NATO Coalition began to leave Afghanistan in 2014, the Taliban began to increase their attacks.<br/><br/>Two Squadrons of 4 JF-17 Block 1 jets flew over North Waziristan in order to weaken up the Taliban, before Pakistani ground forces arrived in the area. When they reached the area, the fighters broke off into groups of two, to expand their coverage of the area. The Taliban was good at hiding, but were horrible when it came to transporting weapons and soldiers. As the fighters searched, one group found a Taliban convey moving towards the west. Moving into attack formation, both fighters fired their missiles at both the lead and rear vehicles, effectively stopping the convoy from moving. The fighters circled back around and continued their assault, eliminating the convoy, before regrouping with the other fighters, who were also able to eliminate some Taliban Forces in the area.<br/><br/>Two hours after the airstrikes on the Taliban, the forces of the XI Corps began to move in. At first, there seemed to be no resistance due to the earlier bombings. After 30 minutes of no fighting, the Taliban began to ambush parts of the 7th Infantry Division. The 323rd Infantry Brigade were ambushed as the Taliban used hit and run tactics to slow down the Army. The brigade was able to eliminate the Taliban forces attacking them, but took casualties doing so. Airstrikes and artillery were both called in to be used against Taliban positions in the area, as the Army didn't want the Taliban to hold out any longer. After the bombardments were over, the Army once again began to push forward, but with a new plan. Both the 7th ad 9th Infantry Divisions would encircle the Taliban while, brigades from both divisions draw the Taliban out of hiding, and into a larger area, where they could be encircled and crushed."
1293,2015 Modern World RP [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320708&start=75,2014-11-27T23:39:00,Sebastianbourg,"Juba, South Sudanese Republic<br/><hr/><br/>A young aide-de-camp, a lieutenant by the look of his epaulettes entered the presidential study without knocking and obviously keen on announcing something to the President of the Republic, Salva Kiir Mayardit. ""Sir, Poland and Egypt have sent us letters concerning the famine; we'll be able to feed the people, sir!""<br/>""Lieutenant, while obviously very good news I ask you not to read the government's diplomatic mail from now on.""<br/>""Forgive me sir.""<br/>""You are forgiven lieutenant but don't let it happen again.""<br/>""Yes, your excellency.""<br/>""Now, pass the letters over!""<br/>""Of course, sir.""<br/>With that the lieutenant passed over the two diplomatic letters (one from Poland and the other from Egypt.<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: South Sudan<br/>From: The Prime Minister of the Republic of Poland, Ewa Kopacz<br/>Encryption: High<br/>Dear Sir/Madam,<br/>The people of Poland are afraid of your people starving, and that cannot happen. We, the government of the Republic of Poland will send €200,000,000 in aid for the poor people of your country, for food and water. <span style=""text-decoration: underline"">All the money</span> must be used on humanitarian aid or we'll ask for the money back. We hope that we will save many people from dying.<br/>Your Dear Friend,<br/>Yours Faithfully<br/>Ewa Kopacz,<br/>Prime Minister of the Republic of Poland</blockquote><br/>After rapidly reading the letter, the President opened Google Docs on his computer (Microsoft Office wasn't free any more) and wrote a letter to the Republic of Poland's Prime Minister which he later printed and sent by diplomatic mail.<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: The Prime Minister of the Republic of Poland, Ewa Kopacz<br/>From: The President of the South Sudanese Republic, Salva Kiir Mayardit<br/><br/>Madam, the South Sudanese people are eternally grateful and permanently indebted the Polish people and State for their selfless generosity in these grave times for our country. We promise some day when South Sudan is prosperous and our people are not hungry we will return the favour and forge a strong alliance with the Republic of Poland and its people. For now, I hope you accept a simple 'thank you' and a promise to use the funds for the intended purpose.</blockquote><br/>After that, the President read a note from the Egyptian government.<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To South Sudan<br/><br/>Egypt will send 4 Lockheed C-130 Hercules this week to Juba, and 2 every week for the next 4 months. The planes will be loaded with food, water and medical supplies, we hope this will help your country<br/><br/>President Sisi</blockquote><br/>As with the previous letter, he wrote a response on his computer and sent it by diplomatic mail (which is much faster and efficient than the practically non-existent South Sudanese postal service).<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: The Egyptian Government<br/>From: The South Sudanese Government<br/><br/>Honourable men, we are eternally grateful for your assistance and generosity in these time of poverty and despair for South Sudan. I assure you one day when South Sudan is great and prosperous and feeding our people is not a problem that we will return the great favour of your people and your government.</blockquote>"
1294,2015 Modern World RP [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320708&start=75,2014-11-28T01:39:00,The Miaphysite Church of Coptic Archism,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/9/9a/Flag_of_Afghanistan.svg/640px-Flag_of_Afghanistan.svg.png""/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">د افغانستان اسلامي جمهوریت</span></span><br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 130%; line-height: 116%;"">Islamic Republic of Afghanistan</span></span></span></div><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Government Offices, Kabul</span><br/>Abdullah Abdullah, acting president of Afghanistan, sat in his office chair, head in his hands as he listened to some of his military advisers talk about the fight against the Taliban, pointing towards a map. ""So, we retook this area in the past few days,"" one of the men said, motioning around a region of the map. ""The Taliban attacked us here, here and here in that time. We repelled these two attacks, but the third defense fell, and that Taliban contingent is moving north."" Abdullah watched and listened carefully. He was no strategist but he wanted to be involved in the process of defending his nation. ""So they're all moving towards the city."" Abdullah noted, as he stared at the map. All the reported motions of Taliban forces were pointed roughly at the same target on the map.<br/><br/>""Yes, sir."" The man replied hesitantly. ""What are we doing, defense-wise?"" Abdullah asked, simply. ""Well, we're moving a large force of troops into Qandahar to dig in, and supporting them with what artillery and tanks that can be spared. There was a proposal to station a contingent of the Commandos in the city, but it was decided they were more useful on the battlefield."" Abdullah nodded, seemingly satisfied. ""What's happening with the Air Force?"" One of the other men, likely one from the Air Force, in fact, stepped slightly closer. ""Sir, the Air Force is supporting defensive operations to keep the insurgency contained in Kandahar, as well as running reconnaissance missions and runs on identified targets. There's a small group of Aircraft that are ferrying wounded troops out of the area and bringing in reinforcements, which are keeping our troops mostly fresh.""<br/><br/>Abdullah nodded again. ""Alright. Get several Commando Battalions deployed in southern and eastern Kandahar, near the Pakistani border. Secure the border with Pakistan, and when the job is done, have them push north-west, and enclose the Taliban force so they can't escape. Reinforce defenses in Qandahar City, get some of the ZSU-23-4's in there, they'll be useful if it comes to a battle. The remainder of troops should close the circle around the Taliban from the north and west, and start advancing, under Air Force support. Deploy the Grad's to take out their strongholds, it's one of the best weapons we have against them."" Abdullah looked around the room, and the men all showed their approval for the plan, before filing out of the room. Abdullah then moved on to some economic paperwork he'd been avoiding for several hours.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Somewhere in Southwest Kandahar Province</span><br/>Abdul Mahdi and his contingent had linked up with several other groups in a similar situation, and re-established contact with HQ. They were currently part of the mission to trap the Taliban force in an ever-shrinking circle. Their main issue, the heavily fortified group of hills ahead of them. The Taliban garrison had yet to notice their force, thankfully, which gave them time to prepare. Abdul watched the Taliban guards patrol the area through the scope of his gun, but turned around when he heard the noise of trucks driving closer. Abdul smiled. He was looking at a group of three BM-21's, commonly known as 'Grads'. They were Ex-Soviet Multiple Rocket Launchers mounted on the back of all-terrain, armored trucks. While not quite as accurate as regular artillery, they were a fearsome weapon.<br/><br/>The rocket batteries on the backs of the Grads' raised above their cabs, and there was a short silence, before the first volley of rockets were fired, from one truck, then the next, and then the last one. The rockets flew high overhead, and came down on the Taliban fortifications lethally. Abdul watched as the rockets tore apart the primitive but effective fortifications, and decimated the Taliban force. After several minutes of fire, the trucks stopped. Abdul, along with the rest of the infantry, advanced and secured the hills, taking several prisoners and killing any remnants that tried to resist the attack.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Southeast Kandahar Province, near Pakistani border</span><br/>The large group of Mil Mi-35 and Mi-17 helicopters flew high, to avoid gunfire from the ground. They soon reached their destination, a region of the province infested with Taliban forces. The Mi-35s kept in the air as the 17's descended, and quickly deployed a large number of Afghan commandos. The 17's then began to return in the direction they came from, however the 35s flew East, on a planned run against an identified Taliban fortress. The Commandos proceeded to advance in the direction of a town under Taliban rule, intent on liberation. Drop-offs like this one were occurring all over the region, and Headquarters estimated it would be less than a week before this area was completely secure. The Taliban, it seemed, had overestimated their abilities, and underestimated those of the new Afghan nation."
1295,2015 Modern World RP [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320708&start=75,2014-11-28T01:57:00,Sebastianbourg,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Parliament,<br/>Juba, South Sudanese Republic</span><br/><hr/><br/>Salva Kiir Mayardit called for an emergency meeting of both houses of the South Sudanese Parliament to announce the Egyptian and Polish generosity. All the members of parliament answered their summons and were at the national legislature debating-chamber fifteen minutes before the President was due to arrive. When the President arrived the MPs stood up and sang as the national anthem was played. Immediately after that, the President starting addressing all the legislators.<br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>Honourable legislators and plenipotentiary representatives of the South Sudanese people, as you know our nation is currently facing a very uncertain future while our people are hungry, homeless and naked. In short, our country is extraordinarily-poor. I wish to announce on this day that the government of Poland and Egypt have promised to aid us in our struggle against misery, poverty and malnutrition. On the other hand, I ask this joint chamber of legislators to vest upon me extraordinary powers so that I can lead this country out of this crisis without having to bother with consulting you. Let it be known however, that our nation would continue to have democratic principles; I am simply asking for emergency powers due to the present situation.</div></blockquote><br/>Immediately, the chamber started voting and within fifteen minutes the following act had been passed with all in favour except two abstentions.<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 125%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">ACT VESTING EXTRAORDINARY POWERS ON THE PRESIDENT OF THE REPUBLIC</span></span><br/>In view of the current economic and humanitarian situation in the South Sudanese Republic both houses of the democratically-elected legislature of all the South Sudanese people and citizens finds it appropriate to vest upon the President of the Republic, Mr Salva Kiir Mayardit, extraordinary and absolute power in the rule of the South Sudanese Republic for a period not exceeding one year. The President of the Republic is liable for impeachment in the event that he does not summon Parliament within a week of that year having passed. Finally, the South Sudanese Parliament is legally-able to extend the duration of the state-of-emergency and therefore the period of time the President of the Republic retains absolute power.</div></blockquote>"
1296,2015 Modern World RP [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320708&start=75,2014-11-29T15:57:00,Sebastianbourg,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Presidential Palace,<br/>Juba, South Sudan</span><br/><hr/><br/>Salva Kiir Mayardit was very excited; the next day all flag submissions would be handed-over to him by the newspapers and South Sudanese diplomatic missions all around the world. However, South Sudan had many other important matters to deal with and day-dreaming all day would not help the President of the Republic at all. Since the aid from Egypt and Poland was yet to arrive there was nothing he could do about the humanitarian crisis for the day so instead he decided to write an application letter to the Commonwealth. He wasn't applying to the Commonwealth for sentimental reasons; the ability to close embassies in unnecessary places and instead redirect all South Sudanese citizens to the nearest Commonwealth diplomatic missions along with the benefits provided by the Commonwealth Scholarship and Fellowship Plan made him want to join the organization.<br/><br/>He sent the following letter to Marlborough House (the Commonwealth's head-office) in London.<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Dear Secretary-General,<br/><br/>The South Sudanese Republic wishes to notify The Commonwealth of Nations of its intent to join the organisation and engage in all Commonwealth events. We have decided to join this organisation to commemorate our common history and somewhat entwined culture in addition to our common language as the sons and daughters of the British Empire. We hope that our application will be received and accepted hastily by the Commonwealth's Secretariat and we wish to participate in Commonwealth events and summits as soon as possible.<br/><br/>Sincerely, <br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Salva Kiir Mayardit</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">President of the Republic of South Sudan</span></blockquote>"
1297,2015 Modern World RP [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320708&start=75,2014-11-29T16:30:00,Capsland,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">In response to the Republic of South Sudan</span></span><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-style: italic"">To the South Sudanese Government,<br/>We are elated to hear of your interests in joining the Commonwealth and I'm sure the nations in the Commonwealth will be more than happy to send aid and possible assistance in political matters. We must, however, tell you that if you are accepted into the organisation you will give up your position as head of state of South Sudan and become head of thee government instead. Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II and her house will forever be the head of state over South Sudan. We also advise you to not worry about this head of state change as Her Majesty will only offer advisers and her power will be limited within South Sudan. We will contact you with further announcements to tell you if you have been accepted or not.<br/>Yours sincerely,<br/>Secretary-General of the Commonwealth of Nations </span></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">In response to the Republic of Serbia</span></span><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-style: italic"">To the Serbian Government,<br/>We will send a delegate to Belgrade to discuss further negotiations. Expect him in Belgrade within 3 hours<br/>Yours sincerely,<br/>Minister for European Affairs</span></blockquote><br/>Within minutes the delegate boarded a private jet and set off for Belgrade for the talks.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">BBC News</span></span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">South Sudan sends application to the Commonwealth</span></span><br/>The worlds newest country, South Sudan have requested to join the Commonwealth of Nations. This application is currently undergoing evaluation and we expect a result later this week. Many British republicans have criticised South Sudan for expanding the Queens influence even more into Africa.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">UK Joint Space Mission Success</span></span><br/>The first mission operated by the UK-ESA space program has been a success. This morning the joint operation successfully sent a new satellite into low Earth orbit. This satellite is said to be an improved weather satellite and GPS built into one. The satellite is said to war of Hurricanes and major storms hours before they are created, it will be mainly used for Caribbean and Pacific weather.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">UK debt slowly decreasing</span></span><br/>Last year the total UK debt was £1.4 Trillion. Now estimators say that it is £1.35 Trillion, although this is a very small amount compared to the rest of the debt is shows clear signs that the UK is getting out of it's recession and getting back on track."
1298,2015 Modern World RP [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320708&start=75,2014-11-29T17:14:00,Sebastianbourg,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Juba, South Sudan</span><br/><hr/><br/>A diplomatic cable came in from Marlborough House, London in response to the South Sudan's application to join the Commonwealth of Nations.<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-style: italic"">To the South Sudanese Government,<br/>We are elated to hear of your interests in joining the Commonwealth and I'm sure the nations in the Commonwealth will be more than happy to send aid and possible assistance in political matters. We must, however, tell you that if you are accepted into the organisation you will give up your position as head of state of South Sudan and become head of thee government instead. Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II and her house will forever be the head of state over South Sudan. We also advise you to not worry about this head of state change as Her Majesty will only offer advisers and her power will be limited within South Sudan. We will contact you with further announcements to tell you if you have been accepted or not.<br/>Yours sincerely,<br/>Secretary-General of the Commonwealth of Nations</span></blockquote><br/>The President wasn't particularly bothered with being titled Prime Minister (or perhaps Premier or Chancellor) instead of President; in fact he preferred that title. Furthermore, he could be knighted or ennobled which was sufficient to accept the Queen as the head-of-state. A response was sent to London.<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Dear Secretary-General<br/><br/>We accept the terms that have been presented by the organization you lead in order to accept us. South Sudan shall become a Commonwealth realm on the day it is accepted into the Commonwealth and Elizabeth II shall receive the following treatment in South Sudan: Her Majesty Elizabeth the Second By Grace of God and the Constitution of the State Queen of the South Sudanese.</blockquote>"
1299,2015 Modern World RP [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320708&start=75,2014-11-29T21:08:00,Joukaai,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.mapsofworld.com/images/world-countries-flags/jamaica-flag.gif""/></div><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://jamaica-gleaner.com/imagesn/masthead_01.jpg""/></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">MINISTER ASSASSINATED IN GANG RELATED ATTACK!</span></span><br/><br/>Outspoken minister against the violence, corruption, and illicit trade, Rev. Oliver Osbourne, was killed late last night by several masked gunmen. The men arrived at the minister's home near 12 am and entered his household brandishing illegal automatic weapons. They took the minister and his entire family out of their beds and lined them against a wall and executed each member of his family. The household main saw the incident from her quarters and called local authorities. The reverend and his family were pronounced dead upon the arrival of emergency medical personnel. <br/><br/>The Celebration of Life ceremony will be held next Sunday at the Bethel Baptist Church.</blockquote><br/><br/>There was outrage throughout the country and riots in the capital. A great man of the people was killed in what was perhaps the most brazen posse kill in recent memory. The minister had preached against the posses and had begun work to undermine the posses' local support by offering similar community services in and around the capital, Kingston. The country was waking up and turning against the seedy underworld that had plagued it for so long. Still, the battle had only begun. Senior Superintendent of the Island Special Constabulary Force,<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://jamaica-gleaner.com/gleaner/20060613/lead/Images/AdamsC20060612RB.JPG"" rel=""nofollow"">Reneto James</a>, addressed the crowd about the issue. ""Rest assured that such brazen acts of terror will not go unpunished on the island of Jamaica. We shall use the full force and power of the Constabulary Force to find the perpetrators and bring them to justice. May God have mercy on them because we will not.""<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://jamaica-gleaner.com/imagesn/masthead_01.jpg""/></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Urban Development Corporation and the Port Authority of Jamaica Continue to Develop Jamaica as International Trade Hub!</span></span><br/><br/>In a recent announcement this morning, the Urban Development Corporation (UDC) and the Port Authority of Jamaica (PAJ) have announced a joint venture to increase the capacity of the Port of Kingston and Cow Bay Harbor by 1,000 TEU container ships as well as continuing to expand the container terminal to store more shipping containers. The Port Authority seeks more partners in international shipping and will offer nations agreements whereby ships flying their flags will have lower tariffs, docking fees, and storage space rentals if they dock in Jamaica.</blockquote><br/><br/>- Gang hit sparks police investigation into gang activity<br/>- Port capacity expanded, trade deal offered to nations willing to have their ships dock in Jamaica."
1300,2015 Modern World RP [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320708&start=75,2014-11-30T01:07:00,Kanatistan,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">India</span><br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Foreign:</span><br/><br/>The current government sends a message to the ""war mongering barbarians"" in China.<br/>[spoiler=People's Republic of China]Mr. Xi Jinping,<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">My government wishes to point out to the PRC that our nation didn't invade Bhutan. The Indian people have always wanted friendship with the said nation and we have maintained a mutual relationship since British occupation. For instance, Bhutan became a protectorate of British India after signing a treaty in 1910 allowing the British to ""guide"" its foreign affairs and defence. Bhutan was one of the first to recognise India's independence in 1947 and both nations fostered close relations, their importance augmented by the annexation of Tibet in 1950 by the People's Republic of China and its border disputes with both Bhutan and India. India shares a 605 kilometres (376 mi) border with Bhutan and is its largest trading partner, accounting for 98 percent of its exports and 90 percent of its imports. Bhutan for decades has been protected by the Indian military and for centuries more it shall as it is one of our greatest allies and friends. I will not allow you to interfere in said relation Mr. Xi, China has always had its eyes on Bhutan, as well as Nepal, Indian Kashmir and Bengal but I promise you that China will not have their people subjugated like the Uighurs, Tibetans, Non-Capitalists and all the people of China! I understand that our military personnel attacked a Buddhist Temple and I am sorry it happened but I cannot do anything about it as it was done without my consent or notification. I hope your government understood that which public news networks did: The attack was done by rogue soldiers.</blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">On the matter of your nation's soldiers amassing on our borders, it WILL NOT STAND! Our nation has the right to protect itself and if the communist government of China has the will to create a war in Asia between the two single largest nations on earth, both of whom possess nuclear weapons, and cause the entire region to erupt in war, then we will join this tea party. I will warn you again to get it into your thick heads: India doesn't want conflict but if our homeland of centuries is attacked, mark my words, we will defend it to the last man onwards!</blockquote><br/><br/>~ Indian Prime Ministry[/spoiler]<br/>For defensive purposes 7,000 Military personnel will be moved to Kashmir to both aid the soldiers and police suppressing uprising and to defend against the Chinese who threaten the free Indian people. 7,000 more troops will be sent to Indian Bengal to build up defenses there.<br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""The United Kingdom""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">To Mr. David Cameron,<br/><br/>Our nation refuses to give in to your attacks on our people! India will not backdown because of a few sanctions, our people simply do not wish to have relations with your petty excuse for a nation. We base this choice on constant British interference in our policy, on British Imperialism and the fascist state that has come into power there. We do not wish to side with the racist police state of Great Britain and will not so long as the Indian people are free.<br/><br/>[spoiler=Russian Federation]Dear Mr. Vladimir Putin,<br/>My nation wishes to ask you for aid. We will allow Russian troops to create a military bases in our nation if you send to us Russian weaponry and aircraft. India wishes to have bright and friendly with Russia and will gladly expand them if your nation agrees to negotiate on our offer.</div></div></div><br/>- Indian Prime Ministry[/spoiler]<br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Internal:</span><br/>To combat crime the government has order a curfew of 9:00 PM in major cities of Punjab. The punishment for disobeying this new act is 7 months in prison and/or a $1,500 fine depending on the situation.<br/><br/>Due to protests, riots and clashes with protestors the government has reached out its hands to the protestors by agreeing to hold a session of parliament on the issue in the coming two months.<br/><br/><br/>After violent clashes with soldiers and police with protestors, rioters, and militant groups the Parliament has declared a state of emergency. The military, police force and government has been searched relentlessly for ""rebel sympathizers"". This operation is being headed by radical members of the INLP who are secretly arresting also any Muslims, Sikhs, Political Opponents, and Buddhists and any one who sympathizes with them. With fighting continuing mainly in Punjab and Kashmir, the military has been able to easily contain the conflict and to stop it from spreading to other regions dominated by minority religious and ethnic groups. In Kashmir and Punjab posters have started to dot the windows of buildings and walls of shops. The goal is obviously to incite violence against the government and the military. Some posters in Punjab show pictures of Kashmiri and Punjabi people standing together against Indian soldiers who are shown as evil creatures. Large writing on the top of said posters state: ""Sikha nū gurū karaza'ī dē tahita ēka kara! Hidū ati'ācāra laṛō"" or in English: ""Sikhs unite under Guru Karzai! Rise against the Hindu oppressors!""<br/>This is alarming to government officials as it shows a possible union between the Sikhs and the Kashmiri rebels. ""Guru"" Karzai has been declared an enemy to the state and a $150,000 for his capture or death.<br/><br/>In Mysore the communists have not had a lot of support. After the first weeks of fighting about 1,340 were captured and 1,800 were killed."
1301,2015 Modern World RP [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320708&start=75,2014-11-30T01:17:00,United commonwealth of ayrshire,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">BELGRADE AIRPORT, SERBIA</span></span><br/>Vucic was waiting rather impatiently for the British representative to arrive. He was meant to be here half an hour ago, and yet there was still no sign of the plane. He leant in to one of his welcome party and said,<br/>""Well I guess this is the price you pay when you take an Air Serbia flight!"" The other man sniggered at this, and then went to make a cup of coffee.<br/>Eventually the distinctive blue and white plane of Air Serbia landed. 20 minutes later, and the British representative had worked his way through passport control and shook hands with the Prime Minister.<br/>""It's very nice to have you here Sir!"" Vucic said. ""We haven't had a Briton here for about 2 years.""<br/>The two men entered Vucic's car and were showfered to the house of government. There they found a conference room and got straight to work.<br/>""There is no time to waste,"" said Vucic. ""Our economy is recovering but still in a poor state. So, what conditions do you have for Serbia acceeding to the EU?"""
1302,2015 Modern World RP [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320708&start=75,2014-11-30T01:42:00,Sebastianbourg,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Juba, South Sudan</span><br/><hr/><br/>Before going to sleep since the next day would be quite an important one (due to the flag contest and the possible response from the Commonwealth of Nation in London) President Salva Kiir Mayardit signed what could perhaps be his last decree as head-of-state and not head-of-government.<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">DECREE #1 UNDER STATE-OF-EMERGENCY</span><br/>The Presidency of the South Sudanese Republic hereby approves of the establishment of citizenship-by-investment and residency-by-investment programmes in the South Sudan due to the poor state of the national economy that would be greatly benefited by an influx of foreign investment.<br/><br/>Investors of all nations will be able to acquire South Sudanese residency for $17,500 ($20,000 if they wish to naturalise in two years instead of the regular five) in addition to all required administration and bureaucratic fees and those interested in acquiring citizenship will be able to do for $30,000 in addition to all required administration and bureaucratic fees.<br/><br/>Signed, <br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Salva Kiir Mayardit</span><br/>President of the South Sudanese Republic</div></blockquote><br/>The signing of the decree into law was followed by emails sent to major news outlets in order to advertise the programme (although they would probably criticise it as an attempt of the South Sudanese government to help European and North American tax-evaders)."
1303,2015 Modern World RP [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320708&start=75,2014-11-30T03:26:00,Capsland,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Conference Room with Serbian Delegate</span></span><br/>""Me and my government in London wishes for the people of Kosovo to become recognised within the Balkans. In order for EU membership the country needs to be at full peace and not at risk of possible terrorism or internal strife. There is also the matter of Russia, although you are perfectly free to engage in relations with Russia, in fact we support it, Russia might see joining the EU as a sign of aggression. Knowing Serbia's close relation to Russia, we don't want you to become the new Ukraine."" The delegate sat back with his hands firmly on the table, waiting for an answer.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">In Response to South Sudan</span></span><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-style: italic"">To South Sudanese Government,<br/>We would like to congratulate you on your acceptance into the Commonwealth of Nations. All of the needed requirements have been met and a royal representative for Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II will be in Juba this time tomorrow. A final congratulations to you and your nation.<br/>Sincerely,<br/>Secretary-General of the Commonwealth of Nations</span></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">BBC News</span></span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">UK begins talks with Serbia over EU acceptance</span></span><br/>It was said early this morning that a British delegate has been sent to Belgrade to begin talks with Serbia. These talks will entail Serbia being sponsored by the UK for acceptance into the EU and possible negotiations over the Kosovo dispute. Soon we will find out what the talks have some to, many say that they will be disastrous for the UK as Serbia is not willing to give up Kosovo.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">UK to send more army medics to West Africa</span></span><br/>The Ebola crisis is growing and the UK has pledged some 300 more medics to help contain and combat the disease, with experts saying it will hit Western Europe in late 2015, people are becoming more supportive of action. The UK has also urged other developed countries to send aid in the form of medics. The current vaccine made by Canadian scientists and stored in Switzerland should be sent out to West Africa soon."
1304,2015 Modern World RP [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320708&start=75,2014-11-30T03:42:00,Sebastianbourg,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Juba, South Sudan</span><br/>A diplomatic cable from the Commonwealth of Nation's Secretariat at Marlborough House in London arrived at the Presidential Palace in Juba. An aide-de-camp handed the letter over to the President who was visibly excited at the prospect of declaring South Sudan a monarchy and possibly being rewarded with a knighthood or even a peerage.<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To South Sudanese Government,<br/>We would like to congratulate you on your acceptance into the Commonwealth of Nations. All of the needed requirements have been met and a royal representative for Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II will be in Juba this time tomorrow. A final congratulations to you and your nation.<br/>Sincerely,<br/>Secretary-General of the Commonwealth of Nations</blockquote><br/>""Lieutenant, please call the Vice-President.""<br/>""Of course, sir.""<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Thirty minutes later...</span></span><br/>The Vice-President, James Wani Igga, arrived at the President's study and manifested his interest in seeing the letter with his own eyes. After giving him roughly fifteen seconds to read the letter, the President told him, ""Prepare for the proclamation of the monarchy at the same place independence was declared in 2011. Make sure to throw around Union Jacks, the current South Sudanese flags and the three best proposals [the proposals had arrived but the President hadn't had time to choose the one that would be the country's flag].""<br/>""I will arrange it all, Mr President; do not worry."""
1305,2015 Modern World RP [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320708&start=75,2014-11-30T04:53:00,United commonwealth of ayrshire,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Belgrade Conference Room</span><br/>""Well, I think it would be easier to discuss your second point first. I don't really think that there is a risk of Russia getting too annoyed if we join the EU. Ukraine, yes, that was a problem, because it is right on the Russian border and wants to be a part of the West. Us, on the other hand... We were once part of Yugoslavia, which had little affiliation with Russia. We've always been friendly towards them, and are allied with them now, but I don't think history ties us together as much as it did Ukraine.<br/>As for your point about Kosovo, I said I would explain the situation and here it is."" Vucic thought for a moment, to gather his argument.<br/>""You see, Kosovo has, until recently, been inhabited almost exclusively by Serbian people. There was an Albanian minority, yes, but it was a fairly small minority and not very influential. In recent times, however, they have become frequently more militant. Serbian Kosovans are being forced out of their homes, and being replaced by ever more Albanian people. It is hard for our government to put a stop to this, but we hope to sort it out diplomatically. But Kosovo cannot become independent, it would be unfair to the Serbs who live there, and those Serbs who have been forced out, and hope to return someday."" Vucic sighed. It was going to be hard to convince the British, and the other European powers, of Serbia's legitimacy in holding Kosovo, but it had to be done."
1306,2015 Modern World RP [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320708&start=75,2014-11-30T09:36:00,Capsland,"<blockquote><div><cite>United commonwealth of ayrshire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320708&amp;p=22626352#p22626352"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Belgrade Conference Room</span><br/>""Well, I think it would be easier to discuss your second point first. I don't really think that there is a risk of Russia getting too annoyed if we join the EU. Ukraine, yes, that was a problem, because it is right on the Russian border and wants to be a part of the West. Us, on the other hand... We were once part of Yugoslavia, which had little affiliation with Russia. We've always been friendly towards them, and are allied with them now, but I don't think history ties us together as much as it did Ukraine.<br/>As for your point about Kosovo, I said I would explain the situation and here it is."" Vucic thought for a moment, to gather his argument.<br/>""You see, Kosovo has, until recently, been inhabited almost exclusively by Serbian people. There was an Albanian minority, yes, but it was a fairly small minority and not very influential. In recent times, however, they have become frequently more militant. Serbian Kosovans are being forced out of their homes, and being replaced by ever more Albanian people. It is hard for our government to put a stop to this, but we hope to sort it out diplomatically. But Kosovo cannot become independent, it would be unfair to the Serbs who live there, and those Serbs who have been forced out, and hope to return someday."" Vucic sighed. It was going to be hard to convince the British, and the other European powers, of Serbia's legitimacy in holding Kosovo, but it had to be done.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Belgrade Conference</span></span><br/>The delegate began to speak. ""I'm afraid Kosovo will be a very delicate subject for your acceptance into the EU. I'm sure the German ambassador will have something to say about it as well. But I know where my government stands, they want Kosovo to be a place of peace and liberty. The only way that is achievable in the long run would be self governing. Yes the Albanians there have become militant but we have to ask they question why. They had to have a reason, I urge you one more time. You and your government must see Kosovo as an independent nation."" The delegate was trying his best to come to a diplomatic solution and not make these talks a failure like so many people back home predicted"
1307,2015 Modern World RP [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320708&start=75,2014-11-30T10:35:00,United commonwealth of ayrshire,"""The Albanians are militant because they are greedy for more lands!"" Vucic began, then stopped and sighed. This would be no easy victory. He asked one of the attendants for a map of Kosovo, showing the regions that divided it.<br/>""Okay, here is the offer I am prepared to make to you. Serbia joins the EU. We allow to Kosovo to become an independent country. But, and this is important, Serbia gets to keep these 5 municipalities of Kosovo. Look here,"" Vucic showed the map to the British representative, that he had coloured in.<br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i1162.photobucket.com/albums/q530/wolfman498/revisedmapofkosovo.png""/><br/>""These areas are places where there is either a Serbian majority or an extremely large minority. It doesn't take much land of Kosovo, and allows many Serbian people to remain in their motherland. Surely this is a good solution, no?"""
1308,2015 Modern World RP [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320708&start=75,2014-11-30T10:46:00,Capsland,"<blockquote><div><cite>United commonwealth of ayrshire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320708&amp;p=22628457#p22628457"">wrote</a>:</cite>""The Albanians are militant because they are greedy for more lands!"" Vucic began, then stopped and sighed. This would be no easy victory. He asked one of the attendants for a map of Kosovo, showing the regions that divided it.<br/>""Okay, here is the offer I am prepared to make to you. Serbia joins the EU. We allow to Kosovo to become an independent country. But, and this is important, Serbia gets to keep these 5 municipalities of Kosovo. Look here,"" Vucic showed the map to the British representative, that he had coloured in. <br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i1162.photobucket.com/albums/q530/wolfman498/revisedmapofkosovo.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/>""These areas are places where there is either a Serbian majority or an extremely large minority. It doesn't take much land of Kosovo, and allows many Serbian people to remain in their motherland. Surely this is a good solution, no?""</div></blockquote><br/>The British delegate looked at the map. ""This is an excellent compromise but there is one thing. For an easy transition, I propose British and/or NATO troops to station themselves in the Serbian controlled regions baring the UN flag. Just for peacekeeping purposes until things are settled down. We don't want another Cyprus on our hands. I also say that you should discuss this with the local councils and governments of the region so they know what is going on. I will be on my way to Kosovo to tell them of the news and I will send a message to the UK ambassador to the EU to tell him to sponsor your admission."" The British delegate was delighted. UK would be known for bringing peace to Kosovo and stability to the Balkans. The delegate stood up.<br/>""You know, it would be wise if you made this official by declaring it to the media and television. May our nations prosper. Is there any questions before I leave for Pristina?"""
1309,2015 Modern World RP [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320708&start=75,2014-11-30T11:00:00,Veddaria,"<img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.theflagshop.co.uk/ekmps/shops/speed/images/spain-state-flag-210-p.jpg""/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Barcelona, Spain</span><br/><br/>Ahead of April’s election, Prime Minister Mariano Rajoy was campaigning in Catalonia, and delivered a speech on its proposed independence to People’s Party supporters there.<br/><br/>“There are people in Catalonia who believe that you can either be Spanish or Catalan, but not both. This is not true. There are people in Catalonia who claim to speak for all of Catalonia in demanding independence. This is not true. There are people in Catalonia who claim that it would be better apart from Spain. This is not true. The illegal farce of a referendum, which the majority of Catalonians valued so little they didn’t even bother turning up, demonstrates that the government here do not have the real interests of the people at heart. The government here are putting all their efforts into attempting to divide Spain instead of governing Catalonia in a way in which the majority of people want – as a part of Spain.”<br/><br/>A short while after the speech, Rajoy was informed of the talks between Serbia and the UK regarding the former’s potential admission to the EU. While he didn’t view Serbian recognition of Kosovo as being likely in the immediate future, Rajoy was wary of it happening. Spain was one of only 5 EU countries yet to recognise Kosovo, and by far the largest of those 5, in large part due to fears of what its independence would mean for the status of Catalonia. Spain’s position remained that no region could unilaterally declare itself independent, and it would not recognise Kosovo until Serbia did."
1310,2015 Modern World RP [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320708&start=75,2014-11-30T11:01:00,United commonwealth of ayrshire,"Vucic was overjoyed that the British had agreed. He spoke once more:<br/>""I'm very happy you've agreed with our proposal, and I hope to see you in the EU Parliament sometime soon. If I'm honest, though, I'd rather just British troops were put in these regions. Another Cyprus would probably erupt if the Serbs found out we were letting UN and NATO troops onto our soil. I would recommend you bring about 5,000 under your flag. I'll get the media to drum up some pro-Britain propaganda and all will be well""<br/>With that, Vucic invited the British representative to leave the building and continue to Pristina. Meetings were arranged with Kosovar leaders, and messages sent to the other major European powers.<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>To: France, Italy, Germany, Denmark, Poland, Sweden, Spain<br/>From: Serbia<br/>Encryption: Low<br/>Greetings to you all,<br/>I have recently been in a meeting with David Cameron the Prime Minister of Britain. In this meeting, we came up with some terms for the accession of Serbia to the EU. You seven countries are all other major players in the EU, so I would like for each of you to come to Belgrade on a different day this week, to look over and ratify the agreement that myself and a British representative have drawn up. I would like you to arrive on the following days:<br/>Denmark- Monday<br/>France- Tuesday<br/>Germany- Wednesday<br/>Italy- Thursday<br/>Poland- Friday<br/>Spain- Saturday<br/>Sweden- Sunday<br/>Once you have ratified the terms (which I'm sure you will), you can use your regional power to encourage other nations to vote for our accession as well. It would mean a lot to me if you followed this plan.<br/>Thank you very much,<br/>Aleksandar Vucic, Prime Minister of the Republic of Serbia</div></blockquote>"
1311,2015 Modern World RP [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320708&start=75,2014-11-30T11:40:00,Joukaai,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.mapsofworld.com/images/world-countries-flags/jamaica-flag.gif""/></div><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://jamaica-gleaner.com/imagesn/masthead_01.jpg""/></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">TASK FORCE ARRESTS SEVERAL CONSTABULARY MEMBERS FOR CORRUPTION!</span></span><br/><br/>In the wake of the recent surge of assassinations and gang related violence and the paucity of subsequent arrests, a task force investigating the members of the Constabulary Force has made a number of arrests across the spectrum, from low level officers, to several commissioners. The task force says it has only just begun but has many obstacles standing in its way.</blockquote><br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://jamaica-gleaner.com/imagesn/masthead_01.jpg""/></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">ASSASSIN TIPPED OFF!</span></span><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://gojamaica.net/news/articleimages/2012/3841235745police_shootings.jpg""/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">- Jamaican Police Task Force move to arrest the suspected assassins.</span><br/><br/>Following the intense and exhaustive investigation into the murder of Rev. Osbourne and his family, police believed they had located the suspects. Upon arrival, however, the suspects had cleared out of the location leaving behind an almost record number of seized armaments. It is believed that the suspects had aid from inside the Constabulary Force in order to evade arrest.<br/><br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://msnbcmedia.msn.com/j/MSNBC/Components/Photo/_new/pb=120207-jamaica-guns.photoblog900.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Picture of Seized handguns</a></blockquote>"
1312,2015 Modern World RP [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320708&start=75,2014-11-30T12:09:00,Bandwagon,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Serbia<br/> From: Poland<br/>Dear Sir/Madam,<br/>We will send our PM Ewa Kopacz to your meeting.<br/>Yours Faithfully,<br/>Government of the Republic of Poland</blockquote>"
1313,2015 Modern World RP [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320708&start=75,2014-11-30T12:41:00,Galter Gulcher,"<span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Space</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Luna-25</span><br/>Roskosmos officially announced today that modifications were being made to create a new design to the Soyuz-TMA, called the Soyuz-Luna. It would change several aspects from the Soyuz-TMA and turn it into a craft capable of orbiting the moon. Also, it would have to use a skip-reentry technique as pioneered in the Zond mission as to lower the reentry speed. Also, it will need improved communication capabilities given the nature of its intended use. It will conduct a unmanned LEO test of the Earth in February of 2016 and if successful a test flight around the moon and back. If that also is successful it would conduct its first manned mission probably in early 2017. A manned landing on the surface wont take place until the Early 2020's however, given that there exist no current plans to build a lander.<br/><br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Military</span><br/>A sucsesfull FSB Operation prevented what could of been a disaster. Two Chechen separatists were found in the Dagestani village of Arralikkutan near Machkalla Airport. The house they were staying in contained four AK's, an RPK, an RPG with 3 warheads, and most frightening of all a spread sheet with landing and take off times in the past month for Military supply planes going to Dezful Airport. Police belive the Terrorists were planning to down a plane that would of been carrying jet fuel and air-surface missiles and bombs.."
1314,2015 Modern World RP [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320708&start=75,2014-11-30T14:12:00,Alouite,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://fc02.deviantart.net/fs71/i/2012/184/f/d/german_flag_by_honeyblossom_rose-d55tuax.png""/></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Berlin</span><br/>Chancellor Angela Merkel got the invitation from the Serbians and booked a flight to Serbia. She was determined to make an impact in the Kosovo situation as it would further consolidate her position as a member of the EU and NATO, something that would allow Germany to expand its influence to member nations of both organizations, she wrote in response:<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-style: italic"">To Aleksandar Vucic, Prime Minister of the Republic of Serbia and the Serbian Government<br/>I would like to request a meeting tomorrow as I have some time available to look over the plan myself. The Federal Republic of Germany would gladly support a peaceful division and thus a peaceful resolution to the situation in Kosovo, however, we will be looking in the best interests of the Kosovar people, thus we will take a subjective view that is not in favor nor against your plan until we fully see your plan. In addition I would like to request that a battalion of German soldiers from our Army oversee the transition of territory and installment of a new government in the region. In the past the Serbians have had a less than acceptable attempt at annexing former territories which led to the Bosnian incident. Thank you for inviting me to help with progress in the region. Perhaps we may even allow your nation EU access if all goes well. <br/><br/>Sincerely,<br/><br/>Angela Merkel, Chancellor of Germany</span></blockquote><br/><br/>With that Chancellor Merkel got on a secure military jet and made way for Belgrade to discuss the Kosovo situation."
1315,2015 Modern World RP [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320708&start=75,2014-11-30T14:25:00,Alexzanabbgggggg,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Benghazi</span><br/><br/>The attack began with 60 F-16s launching an airstrikes all at once on the outer lines of the IS defenses in Benghazi. The strike was followed shortly by a massed artillery bombardment of the city and tactical Apache strikes. Soon all major IS defenses such as bunkers and dug in tanks had been flattened. The majority of IS fighters had been forced in to cellars and underground store rooms. The artillery then changed from firing live ammunition to tear gas and gas designed to knock people out for up to 4 hours and the elite Egyptian units (wearing gas masks) advanced in to the city in APC supported by a large number of tanks and IFV's. In the northern part of the city, Libyan government forces launched an offensive at the same time so IS were having to fight off two enemies.<br/><br/>The spear heads quickly made deep penetrations in to the IS lines and were followed by the regular infantry who mopped up any IS fighters who survived the initial assault. The aim was to meet the Libyan lines as soon as possible before IS had time to put up any serious resistance. In the bay the Egyptian navy shelled coastal IS positions and a small force of marines landed in the south of the city. The IS fighters now had to face three simultaneous attacks and if they tried to move from front to front they would be spotted by the Egyptian Air Force and taken out. Seeing they could not win, the IS fighters withdrew to the central area of the city where they hoped to make a last ditch stand. This last stand only lasted an hour and lead to the death of hundreds of IS fighters. By the end of the day Benghazi was in Egyptian/Libyan hands. With the second city of Libya under government control, it was only a matter of time before IS in Africa where wiped out for good."
1316,2015 Modern World RP [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320708&start=100,2014-11-30T15:05:00,United commonwealth of ayrshire,"<blockquote class=""uncited""><div>To: Germany<br/>From: Serbia<br/>Encryption: Regular<br/>Greetings,<br/>I very much look forward to seeing you in Belgrade tomorrow. I will give you permission to put 500 troops into the transition territory as well.<br/>Until tomorrow,<br/>Aleksandar Vucic, Prime Minister of the Republic of Serbia</div></blockquote>"
1317,2015 Modern World RP [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320708&start=100,2014-11-30T16:55:00,Forty Twoania,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://beijingcream.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/Chinese-national-emblem.jpeg""/><br/><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The People's Republic of China</span></span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Beijing, China</span><br/>The Chinese Government received the Indian letter with disgust. Did they really believe China was foolish enough to believe such lies? Bhutan had not been ""protected"" by India for almost half a century. The 2007 treaty of friendship between India and Bhutan only confirmed the process of limiting India's diplomatic and military influences over the small Himalayan Kingdom and expanding the sovereignty of Bhutan. The intrusion of 10,000 Indian troops into Bhutan is a clear violation of both the treaty and Bhutan's rightful sovereignty as Bhutan does not need any Indian protection from ""internal threats."" Bhutan has manged for over half a century without Indian military intervention and does not need Military intervention now. China will have to inform the UN about this atrocity.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-style: italic"">To whom it may concern in the Indian Government </span><br/>China is insulted by your futile attempts to justify your violation of both Bhutan's Sovereignty and the 2007 Treaty of Friendship your government signed with Bhutan. Your Government is foolish to suggest that China is being oppressive while India attacks its ethnic minorities and discriminates against different religions. Your threats of war do not scare us for the UN will deal justice on India if it attempts to threaten to use nuclear weapons in order to get its way.</blockquote>"
1318,2015 Modern World RP [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320708&start=100,2014-12-01T15:32:00,Krumbia,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/a/ae/Cyprus_flag_300.png""/></div><br/><br/>Nicos Anastasiades, President of the Republic of Cyprus, was one of the most progressive men Cyprus had seen in it's seat of power for a number of years. He had, in recent months, entered into tough and results-oriented negotiations with Derviş Eroğlu, the President of the so-called Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus. Northern Cyprus was only officially recognised by Turkey, as every other sovereign nation still exerted that the Republic of Cyprus was officially in charge of the whole island.<br/><br/>Anastasiades knew that for Cyprus to thrive and recover from it's financial collapse in 2012-2013 during the Eurozone Crisis, Cyprus had to be united. And that had become Anastasiades main policy – unification. But he still kept tabs on what was going on in the world. He continued to back a British presence on the island and also consistently went for talks with representatives of both the Israeli, Russian and Greek governments. Anastasiades knew it was important to keep your friends close, but your enemies closer – in real terms.<br/><br/>Cyprus was very important strategically – it was important both to the EU as a way of maintaining a physical connection to both Israel and the Middle East, but it was also important to the UK as a way of keeping two highly important and strategical bases open in relatively friendly territory.<br/><br/>When news had been reaching Anastasiades that the Middle East was as volatile as ever, and not only this but Israel its self had been facing some internal unrest. Anastasiades was keen to maintain and open new alliances with whoever was willing. As such, he invited wrote to the British Foreign and Commonwealth Office asking whether a small head of government visit would be in order.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">TO: Foreign and Commonwealth Office, United Kingdom<br/>FROM: President's Private Office, Republic of Cyprus<br/><br/>Dear Sir,<br/><br/>As President of the Republic of Cyprus, the rightful proprietor of the entire Cypriot island and a close ally of the British government, I would like to enquire as to whether it would be plausible for myself and few of my Ministers and aides to travel to the UK and conduct talks on furthering British involvement with the island.<br/><br/>We hold our friendship with Britain dear in our hearts, and feel that the harmony and conjunction between the Cyprus National Guard and British Forces Cyprus could be brought up a notch. We are also open to possible discussions on trade agreements and also what part Britain could play in furthering a unification agreement.<br/><br/>Yours sincerely,<br/><br/>Nicos Anastasiades<br/>President of the Republic of Cyprus</blockquote>"
1319,2015 Modern World RP [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320708&start=100,2014-12-01T15:59:00,Kanatistan,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""PRC China""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">To President Xi Jinping<br/>From: Prime Minister Arindan Sahni<br/><br/>We understand your concern and wish to further explain to you that we don't wish to cause harm to the Bhutanese State. In order to prove this my government has ordered the full retreat of Indian military forces south of the Bhutanese border. We will however not remove our forces until after negotiations with the People's Republic of China take place. We wish these negotiations to take place it in Cyprus if said nation agrees. We do not want war and we hope you agree to our offer,</div></div></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Kashmir</span><br/><br/>The Indian military has stopped all traffic into and out of Kashmir. Any man found attempting to carry messages or goods in and out will be punished by being sent to a new AND SECRET walled camp in the wilderness of Orissa. This facility was built recently for the holding of high level criminals, Buddhist leaders, rebel members and leaders, Sikh, Punjabi and Kashmiri protestors and nationalists. People at the facility will either face political/religious reeducation or work. There are currently 780 men guarding the area but more are scheduled to be transferred there.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">New Delhi</span><br/><br/>News: Today 3 men with a guns stormed parliament and went on a homicidal killing spree. 15 were wounded and 11 were killed. All men were captured and later executed.<br/><br/>The government has begun demanding all citizens to either register or turn in their weapons. Failure to comply will lead to arrest and trial.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">India</span><br/><br/>Police and military forces have been moved from moved cities in the east and north and the state of emergency has been lifted from peaceful Hindu regions where the government hopes to settle down and return to normal."
1320,2015 Modern World RP [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320708&start=100,2014-12-01T16:11:00,Lendenburgh,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-OqfldY8mBPk/TxL4v8CFNFI/AAAAAAAAHFg/FKQeQNZse5A/s1600/726px-Coat_of_arms_of_the_Kingdom_of_Italy_%25281848-1870%2529.svg.png""/><br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-size: 300%; line-height: 116%;"">Republic of Italy</span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Presidential Palace, Roma, Italia</span><br/>The president read over several memos that had come in the last few days.<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>Dear Mr.Vucic, President of Serbia<br/>Italy would be more than glad to send a delegate to Serbia to discuss Serbia and it's future relationship with the European Union. Thank you so much for inviting us, and we look forward to cooperating in the future.</div></blockquote></div>"
1321,2015 Modern World RP [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320708&start=100,2014-12-01T22:00:00,Kisinger,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Dear Serbian Government,<br/><br/> We will gladly send a Representative. At the moment we are willing to negoiate possible Nuclear Trade Agreements such as reactors. Purely Economically if Serbia would be interested just reply back.<br/>Signed,<br/>Swedish Government</blockquote><br/><br/>OOC:Going through some stuff sorry for the Short post."
1322,2015 Modern World RP [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320708&start=100,2014-12-02T02:47:00,Kanatistan,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">India</span><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""The United States of America""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Dear Mr. President Barack Hussein Obama, United States of America<br/><br/>We wish to bring to your attention the horrible civil rights in Sri Lanka. The government alleges ""freedom of the press"" but in reality the government continually edits what the people see. The Tamil Provinces in the north of Ceylon are persecuted ruthlessly due to their Hindu Faith and ethnicity. For decades the Tamils have begged for there own state, just as the Kurds, Palestinians, Tibetans, The Uighur and many other groups have. I ask of you to use your influence in world politics to help these people to achieve independence from their oppressors. Please here there cries, the Sinhalese majority have breached their constitution to many times. Our government is currently preparing to give the Tamil People more autonomy and create an autonomous republic for the Indian Tamils, hopefully the Ceylonese Tamils can share there joy or more.<br/><br/>(The provinces that would succeed from Sri Lanka)<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://s817.photobucket.com/user/davislogan2000/media/imagejpg2_zps1c46bc2a.jpg.html"" rel=""nofollow""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i817.photobucket.com/albums/zz100/davislogan2000/imagejpg2_zps1c46bc2a.jpg""/></a><br/><br/><br/>Sincerely,<br/>Arindan Sahni</div></div></div><br/><br/>The Indian government has drafted another letter to Sri Lanka calling for the peaceful ceding of the provinces. In return for the independence of the provinces the Republic of India would place sanctions on Sri Lanka and would send 4 trillion dollars to Sri Lanka over a period of 14 Months."
1323,2015 Modern World RP [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320708&start=100,2014-12-02T09:35:00,Capsland,"<div style=""float: right;""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.flaginstitute.org/wp/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/UK-Union-Flag.png""/></div><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Response to the Republic of Ireland</span></span><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-style: italic"">To the Government of Ireland,<br/>We would be more than happy to send a diplomat to engage talks with you. There is a diplomat aready stationed at out embassy in Dublin. He has been notified to visit your government ASAP.<br/>Sincerely,<br/>Minister for European Affairs.</span></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">In response to the Republic of Cyprus</span></span><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">We would be delighted for you and your government to visit 10 Downing St in London. We wish for a peaceful united Cyprus but with the UK being a close ally to Turkey we will find it hard to use any proposed force or aggression. The true way, that we can see, is a diplomatic and peaceful way. But be assured we will not sit back while a fellow member of the commonwealth is in need.<br/>Sincerely,<br/>Minister for European and Commonwealth Affairs.</blockquote>"
1324,2015 Modern World RP [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320708&start=100,2014-12-02T10:51:00,Monkeykind,"<blockquote><div><cite>United commonwealth of ayrshire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320708&amp;p=22628684#p22628684"">wrote</a>:</cite>Vucic was overjoyed that the British had agreed. He spoke once more:<br/>""I'm very happy you've agreed with our proposal, and I hope to see you in the EU Parliament sometime soon. If I'm honest, though, I'd rather just British troops were put in these regions. Another Cyprus would probably erupt if the Serbs found out we were letting UN and NATO troops onto our soil. I would recommend you bring about 5,000 under your flag. I'll get the media to drum up some pro-Britain propaganda and all will be well""<br/>With that, Vucic invited the British representative to leave the building and continue to Pristina. Meetings were arranged with Kosovar leaders, and messages sent to the other major European powers.<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>To: France, Italy, Germany, Denmark, Poland, Sweden, Spain<br/>From: Serbia<br/>Encryption: Low<br/>Greetings to you all,<br/>I have recently been in a meeting with David Cameron the Prime Minister of Britain. In this meeting, we came up with some terms for the accession of Serbia to the EU. You seven countries are all other major players in the EU, so I would like for each of you to come to Belgrade on a different day this week, to look over and ratify the agreement that myself and a British representative have drawn up. I would like you to arrive on the following days:<br/>Denmark- Monday<br/>France- Tuesday<br/>Germany- Wednesday<br/>Italy- Thursday<br/>Poland- Friday<br/>Spain- Saturday<br/>Sweden- Sunday<br/>Once you have ratified the terms (which I'm sure you will), you can use your regional power to encourage other nations to vote for our accession as well. It would mean a lot to me if you followed this plan.<br/>Thank you very much,<br/>Aleksandar Vucic, Prime Minister of the Republic of Serbia</div></blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To the government of the Republic of Serbia,<br/>Apologies for the late response. We would be happy to accept a new member in the European Union. We of course support Serbia in the European Union and have deployed a diplomat that will arrive in Serbia as soon as possible.<br/>Helle-Thorning Schmit, Prime Minister of Denmark.</blockquote>"
1325,2015 Modern World RP [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320708&start=100,2014-12-02T13:11:00,Alouite,"<blockquote><div><cite>United commonwealth of ayrshire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320708&amp;p=22631634#p22631634"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>To: Germany<br/>From: Serbia<br/>Encryption: Regular<br/>Greetings,<br/>I very much look forward to seeing you in Belgrade tomorrow. I will give you permission to put 500 troops into the transition territory as well.<br/>Until tomorrow,<br/>Aleksandar Vucic, Prime Minister of the Republic of Serbia</div></blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.german-flag.org/german-480.gif""/></div><br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Berlin</span><br/><br/>In the Parliament very few small bills were passed, due to the growth in the German economy many people are content with the current state of government, and though the Social Democratic Party has significant support, due to Angela Merkel being in office, they remained only there to question and occasionally oppose bills passed by the Christian Democrats. In Berlin the only significant bill passed was one that placed a few more reserve the troops on active duty due to the growth of foreign activity in Eastern Europe. Though it was not directly mentioned within the bill, this is likely due to the growth of Russian influence in Eastern Europe in hopes of creating a barrier to prevent them from expanding further into former Soviet territory.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Belgrade</span><br/><br/>Angela Merkel slowly got out of the private jet and into a motorcade that have been set up for her, she then was transported to the meeting place in Belgrade Serbia. She got out of her car and was escorted to the building where the German and Serbian officials had planned for them to meet along with her were some personal advisers and bodyguards. Once she entered the Serbian facility she looked to one of the people at the front desk and asked, ""Where will the meeting on the stabilization of Kosovo be taking place within the building here."""
1326,2015 Modern World RP [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320708&start=100,2014-12-02T13:50:00,United commonwealth of ayrshire,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Conference Room, Belgrade, Serbia</span><br/>Aleksandar Vucic was anxiously awaiting replies for his earlier messages. He was relieved when Denmark, Germany and Italy all replied so quickly. He prepared to meet Angela Merkel at the conference room in Belgrade's best hotel, the ""88 Rooms Hotel.""<br/>He received the news that Angela Merkel had been directed to the conference room and he became very nervous. Germany was a major player on the world stage, let alone the European one, and he needed to get in their good books. So, when Merkel entered the room, Vucic put on his best smile, and said a very kind and sincere ""How do you do?"" He said that he was also expecting Italian and Danish representatives in the next couple of days, and could arrange for her to have a two-day stay in Belgrade, doing tours of the sights and theatres that made the city famous. Then he invited her to get down to business.<br/>""So, the question that is pressing me, Mrs. Merkel: What are your terms for us joining the European Union?"""
1327,2015 Modern World RP [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320708&start=100,2014-12-02T14:02:00,Alouite,"<blockquote><div><cite>United commonwealth of ayrshire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320708&amp;p=22653034#p22653034"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Conference Room, Belgrade, Serbia</span><br/>Aleksandar Vucic was anxiously awaiting replies for his earlier messages. He was relieved when Denmark, Germany and Italy all replied so quickly. He prepared to meet Angela Merkel at the conference room in Belgrade's best hotel, the ""88 Rooms Hotel."" <br/>He received the news that Angela Merkel had been directed to the conference room and he became very nervous. Germany was a major player on the world stage, let alone the European one, and he needed to get in their good books. So, when Merkel entered the room, Vucic put on his best smile, and said a very kind and sincere ""How do you do?"" He said that he was also expecting Italian and Danish representatives in the next couple of days, and could arrange for her to have a two-day stay in Belgrade, doing tours of the sights and theatres that made the city famous. Then he invited her to get down to business.<br/>""So, the question that is pressing me, Mrs. Merkel: What are your terms for us joining the European Union?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Angela Merkel thought for a second and then replied ""Well first of all, this transition with Kosovo will need to go well, and once that's through and resolved, of course depending on the outcome, you might just get Germany's direct support for the event which will mark Serbia's joining the European Union. Does the economy could be a bit better, at least it's not like Greece, and honestly, with this sudden Russian military activity that has begun in Eastern Europe, I'd rather be able to protect as many countries as possible, your nation being part of the EU would give it adequate protection by other European member nations from the Russian Federation. Even if they don't try to spread into your borders directly, it will allow us to make sure that they don't try to install a pro-Russian government. """
1328,2015 Modern World RP [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320708&start=100,2014-12-02T14:06:00,Veddaria,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To Aleksandar Vučić, Prime Minister of the Republic of Serbia,<br/>I am pleased to confirm that José Manuel García-Margallo, Spain's Minister of Foreign Affairs, will gladly meet with you to discuss Serbia's accession to the EU.<br/>Kind regards,<br/>Prime Minister Mariano Rajoy<br/>Kingdom of Spain</blockquote>"
1329,2015 Modern World RP [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320708&start=100,2014-12-02T14:12:00,United commonwealth of ayrshire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Alouite <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320708&amp;p=22653157#p22653157"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>United commonwealth of ayrshire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320708&amp;p=22653034#p22653034"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Conference Room, Belgrade, Serbia</span><br/>Aleksandar Vucic was anxiously awaiting replies for his earlier messages. He was relieved when Denmark, Germany and Italy all replied so quickly. He prepared to meet Angela Merkel at the conference room in Belgrade's best hotel, the ""88 Rooms Hotel."" <br/>He received the news that Angela Merkel had been directed to the conference room and he became very nervous. Germany was a major player on the world stage, let alone the European one, and he needed to get in their good books. So, when Merkel entered the room, Vucic put on his best smile, and said a very kind and sincere ""How do you do?"" He said that he was also expecting Italian and Danish representatives in the next couple of days, and could arrange for her to have a two-day stay in Belgrade, doing tours of the sights and theatres that made the city famous. Then he invited her to get down to business.<br/>""So, the question that is pressing me, Mrs. Merkel: What are your terms for us joining the European Union?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Angela Merkel thought for a second and then replied ""Well first of all, this transition with Kosovo will need to go well, and once that's through and resolved, of course depending on the outcome, you might just get Germany's direct support for the event which will mark Serbia's joining the European Union. Does the economy could be a bit better, at least it's not like Greece, and honestly, with this sudden Russian military activity that has begun in Eastern Europe, I'd rather be able to protect as many countries as possible, your nation being part of the EU would give it adequate protection by other European member nations from the Russian Federation. Even if they don't try to spread into your borders directly, it will allow us to make sure that they don't try to install a pro-Russian government. ""</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>Vucic sighed. ""Well, here's the thing. I can't allow Kosovo to become an independent country until I am<span style=""font-style: italic"">guaranteed</span>my country's entry into the EU. If we let them become independent, and were refused entry into the EU, we would have to reclaim it. So, while I am willing to allow Kosovar independence (minus these provinces here that are on this map), (OOC: Look at previous posts for the map) I must have an absolute guarantee of our nation's accession to the EU and Eurozone.<br/>Secondly, our economy. Admittedly, it took a turn for the worse between 2012 and 2014, but my government has since October 2014 been able to help the economy grow 1% in just a few months, and the exchange rate of the Dinar when compared to the Euro has improved by about 9% since we came to office in October 2014. So, we are improving economically, we are a strong industrial nation thanks to recent policy, and we have a lot to offer the EU nations like Britain and the Netherlands who largely rely on the service sector and need their goods to be imported. We are also willing to import more German cars. I have to admit to you, I love Porsches and have always wanted one for myself!<br/>Finally, you mention Russia. Of course Russia is becoming increasingly aggressive, but our government is very friendly towards them and we believe that the reason for this is the presence of NATO on the Russian border. If we do join the EU, unfortunately there is one part of the EU foreign policy that we cannot ratify: the attempts to westernise Ukraine. We do not want to jeopardise our relationship with Russia, because we have been friends for decades and they provide us with natural gas and oil.<br/>So, in conclusion, we need an absolute guarantee on accession to the EU in order to grant Kosovo its independence, we need to be admitted to the Eurozone, and we need to be allowed to keep our special relationship with the Russian Federation. These are our terms; They are not too taxing, I am sure you will agree?"""
1330,2015 Modern World RP [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320708&start=100,2014-12-03T03:48:00,The Miaphysite Church of Coptic Archism,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/9/9a/Flag_of_Afghanistan.svg/640px-Flag_of_Afghanistan.svg.png""/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">د افغانستان اسلامي جمهوریت</span></span><br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 130%; line-height: 116%;"">Islamic Republic of Afghanistan</span></span></span></div><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Government Offices, Kabul</span><br/>""It's happening sir, troops on the outskirts of Qandahar are reporting major offensives from the West, South and East."" Abdullah Abdullah sat with his military advisers once more, it was a sight that was becoming all too common. ""What are we doing about it?"" Abdullah asked, rubbing his temple. ""We've evacuated all the civilians we can from the outskirts but people in the city don't want to leave their homes. Every unit we can spare is being pushed into the defense, ANA, Commando, Special Forces, Air Force, even local police units. The Taliban is putting everything they have into this battle and we have to do the same if we want to win."" Abdullah nodded. ""Whoever wins Qandahar wins Afghanistan. If we lose this battle we can't recover from it and if they lose, we annihilate them.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Southeast Kandahar Province</span><br/>The Battalions of Commandos dropped off in this area of the nation had completely secured the territory, supported by the Afghan Air Force. The Commando Battalions were now pushing both North and West, squeezing the Taliban into a smaller and smaller circle as the Afghan Army made pushes from the North and West. As the Commandos pushed the Taliban fighters further north, they were replaced in the region by the Afghan Special Forces, a group of troops who were trained specifically for interactions with civilians. The Special Forces are a powerful tool in the task to turn the everyday civilians against the Taliban, and to plant the seeds of loyalty towards the legal government.<br/><br/>Special Forces medics provided aid to any and all wounded civilians that came to them, high-rank members took part in Jirgas and other cultural meetings with Village elders and other local leaders. Small groups of Special Forces rounded up any Taliban stragglers, and helped local police, providing a safe environment. The remaining Special Forces, with little else to do, enjoyed the community, and offered help where it was needed. Helping repair damaged homes, clearing roads covered in rubble, engineers helping to fix cars. The Special Forces were trained to be deadly on the battlefield, but here, without enemies to fight, they were one of the most potent tools in the Afghan Republic's arsenal for restoring law, order and civility to lands infected with insurgency.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Qandahar City Outskirts</span><br/>Abdul had his assault rifle stuck through an open window on the second story of a building which had served as both a shop and a home. He watched the road which led into the city carefully, aware of multiple rifles like his pointed in the same direction from many, many windows. He knew there were Taliban forces just out of sight, but there was not much he could do but wait.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Allahu Ackbar!""</span>The phrase was shouted by hundreds of voices at once, as a lone man ran out of cover. He had a large weapon which sat on his shoulder. ""RPG!"" someone shouted on Abdul's side. The man fired before being quickly shot down. The rocket flew into a building full of Afghan troops and exploded, gutting the building.<br/><br/>Hundreds of Taliban troops ran into the road, firing on the Afghan positions. Abdul swore as he ducked, bullets flying just overhead. He jumped up for several seconds at a time, taking shots at Taliban forces on the road. While he and other Afghan troops were making an impact, it wasn't enough, and the Taliban forces began breaching their defenses. As Abdul ducked down from the gunfire, he heard the door downstairs being kicked in. Abdul quietly made his way out of the room and aimed at the top of the stairwell. The head of a Taliban insurgent popped up and Abdul fired. The body dropped back down the stairs, making a wet thud as it hit the bottom. Abdul descended the now-bloodstained stairs, stepped over the man's body, and ran to the open door. Abdul peeked out, rifle first, and observed the carnage taking place. Taliban forces were attempting to storm buildings where the Afghan forces were holed up, and advancing into the city under heavy fire.<br/><br/>Abdul gave a silent prayer to Allah, before running through the door into the street. He fired to the left, downing a Taliban fighter, then blocked a blow to the head from the right, proceeding to stab the man who attacked him in the throat. Abdul made it across the street into another building which was in the process of being breached. From upstairs, he heard multiple gunshots. Abdul swore once again, and then quickly and quietly climbed the stairs. He walked towards a slightly ajar door. Abdul took a deep breath, before kicking in the door and charging the room, rifle held high. Before him, Malik stood, with multiple dead Taliban troops on the floor. ""Let's get the hell out of here."""
1331,2015 Modern World RP [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320708&start=100,2014-12-03T05:15:00,General Otto Von Bismark,"<span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #BF0040""> Republic of Austria</span></span><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><dl class=""codebox""><dt>Code: <a href=""#"" onclick=""selectCode(this); return false;"">Select all</a></dt><dd><code>To= The United States<br/>                              Encryption= off the charts<br/>               <br/>              The Republic of Austria would like to Join the North Atlantic Treaty Organization. <br/>          we will contribute three percent of the national budget, or 6.2 billion to NATO and will set aside forces that would be able to respond to threats to NATO at a moments notice Please let us know if we are allowed to join.  </code></dd></dl></div></div></div>"
1332,2015 Modern World RP [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320708&start=100,2014-12-03T10:31:00,Alexzanabbgggggg,"WIP (still need to do siege of Tripoli)<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/f/fe/Flag_of_Egypt.svg/125px-Flag_of_Egypt.svg.png""/><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/a/a6/Coat_of_arms_of_Egypt_%28Official%29.svg/150px-Coat_of_arms_of_Egypt_%28Official%29.svg.png""/></div><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Arab Republic of Egypt<br/></span></span></div><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">To: Nations of the World</span><br/><br/>Since 1948, the area of Palestine has been engulfed in the fires of war. 6 day war when Israel attacked Egypt, Syria and Jordan, the Yom Kippur war when Egypt and Syria attacked Israel. Egypt has found peace with Israel and no <span style=""font-style: italic"">international </span>wars have broken out for decades, however <span style=""font-style: italic"">domestic</span> conflicts happen almost every two years inside Israel, most recently in July 2014 when Israel shelled Palestinian Gaza to dust. These conflicts happen because the Palestinians are treated as second class citizens and they quite rightly want their own country but the Israeli government refuses.<br/><br/>If Palestine dose not become a fully independent country, these conflicts will continue.<br/><br/>Now Egypt has decided to take action.<br/><br/>One of the major causes of conflict in Palestine/Israel is the fact the Israeli government has turned Gaza in to a prison camp and has put under blockade, limiting the number of goods in and out to the bare minimum for human life. Israel have created a huge Ghetto, larger than any in Nazi Germany or Poland. THIS MUST STOP. The people of Gaza are starving and Egypt cannot sit by and let humans starve, that is why,from today, the Egyptian/Gaza border will be opened. <br/><br/>No longer will small amounts of goods go through one, tiny border crossing but now the entire border will be open (however goods will still have to go through check points like with any other country). This will enable large amounts of food, water, medical supplies and all the things that have been denied to them to go in to Gaza. The Egyptian government will enact a trade deal with Gaza, allowing these goods and other goods such as oil etc to flow in to Gaza at a cut price. Egypt will also send engineers in to Gaza to help rebuild the cities and towns after Israeli bombardments.<br/><br/>For too long the people of Gaza have suffered, NO MORE <br/><br/>Abdel Fattah el-Sisi, President of the Arab Republic of Egypt</blockquote>"
1333,2015 Modern World RP [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320708&start=100,2014-12-03T10:40:00,Monkeykind,"Nikola Tesla Airport, Belgrade, Serbia:<br/><br/>The Danish delegate stepped off the plane, making his way out and heading towards the Serbian governmental area. Soon he reached the Serbian Government HeadQuaters, and waited. After informing someone that looked like a receptionist the Danish represemtative had arrived, he too out a folder and examined it."
1334,2015 Modern World RP [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320708&start=100,2014-12-03T12:39:00,Bandwagon,"<blockquote><div><cite>Alexzanabbgggggg <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320708&amp;p=22662214#p22662214"">wrote</a>:</cite>WIP (still need to do siege of Tripoli) <br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/f/fe/Flag_of_Egypt.svg/125px-Flag_of_Egypt.svg.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/><div align=""center"">(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/a/a6/Coat_of_arms_of_Egypt_%28Official%29.svg/150px-Coat_of_arms_of_Egypt_%28Official%29.svg.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Arab Republic of Egypt<br/></span></span></div><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">To: Nations of the World</span><br/><br/>Since 1948, the area of Palestine has been engulfed in the fires of war. 6 day war when Israel attacked Egypt, Syria and Jordan, the Yom Kippur war when Egypt and Syria attacked Israel. Egypt has found peace with Israel and no <span style=""font-style: italic"">international </span>wars have broken out for decades, however <span style=""font-style: italic"">domestic</span> conflicts happen almost every two years inside Israel, most recently in July 2014 when Israel shelled Palestinian Gaza to dust. These conflicts happen because the Palestinians are treated as second class citizens and they quite rightly want their own country but the Israeli government refuses.<br/><br/>If Palestine dose not become a fully independent country, these conflicts will continue.<br/><br/>Now Egypt has decided to take action.<br/><br/>One of the major causes of conflict in Palestine/Israel is the fact the Israeli government has turned Gaza in to a prison camp and has put under blockade, limiting the number of goods in and out to the bare minimum for human life. Israel have created a huge Ghetto, larger than any in Nazi Germany or Poland. THIS MUST STOP. The people of Gaza are starving and Egypt cannot sit by and let humans starve, that is why,from today, the Egyptian/Gaza border will be opened. <br/><br/>No longer will small amounts of goods go through one, tiny border crossing but now the entire border will be open (however goods will still have to go through check points like with any other country). This will enable large amounts of food, water, medical supplies and all the things that have been denied to them to go in to Gaza. The Egyptian government will enact a trade deal with Gaza, allowing these goods and other goods such as oil etc to flow in to Gaza at a cut price. Egypt will also send engineers in to Gaza to help rebuild the cities and towns after Israeli bombardments.<br/><br/>For too long the people of Gaza have suffered, NO MORE <br/><br/>Abdel Fattah el-Sisi, President of the Arab Republic of Egypt</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Abdel Fattah Al Sisi, President of Arab Republic of Egypt<br/> From: Ewa Kopacz, Prime Minister of the Republic of Poland<br/>Encryption: High<br/>Dear Sir,<br/>I would like our two countries to become great allies. We share many great interests. The Freedom of Palestine, The Liberation of Libya and many other things. In fact, I would actually like our countries to start an organisation ""The Union for Peace in Europe and the Arab World."" It would be an organisation with bimonthly meetings in Warsaw over peace in our nations.<br/><br/>I invite you to the European Environmental Summit as a special guest, and you will be able to make a speech at it. You will be able to have a State Visit to Poland after.<br/>Yours Sincerely,<br/>Your Dear Friend<br/>Ewa Kopacz<br/>Prime Minister of the Republic of Poland.</blockquote>"
1335,2015 Modern World RP [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320708&start=100,2014-12-03T14:22:00,Mifan,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">Islamic Republic of Pakistan</span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">North Waziristan </span><br/><br/>North Waziristan, for the last few days, have seen heavy fighting between the Pakistan Taliban and the Pakistani Army. Every few miles the Army advanced, resistance have gotten heavier due to the Taliban not wanting to give up, and due to the fact that the Taliban still had enough manpower to hold out for another two weeks. The Army had already lost more than 5,000 soldiers for the past ten years in the war against the Taliban. Regardless, the Army is capable of eliminating the Taliban, with limited casualties, although the Taliban would most likely fight to the death, as they had nowhere to run, even if they retreated.<br/><br/>The Army prepared for one last push into North Waziristan. The Taliban was surrounded on all sides and the plan was in motion, to hit the Taliban from all sides and to eliminate them, once and for all. If the Taliban lost North Waziristan, they wouldn't be able to mount another offensive into Pakistan again, as most of their forces were killed in the long war against the Pakistan Government and its people.<br/><br/>As the Army advanced, it faced heavy resistance once again from defending Taliban Forces. Firefights occurred throughout the region as the military and Taliban exchanged fire in order to be victorious. This time, however, the Taliban was fighting ruthlessly, in order to inflict as many casualties on the approaching Pakistani Forces as possible. The Army used their armored vehicles as cover, and advanced along side them, pushing Taliban Forces back.<br/><br/>The Air Force continued to terrorize the Talban as no Anti-Air weapons were available to the Taliban. Without anything to stop the constant bombings coming from the sky, the Taliban are always forced to bunker down in buildings or underground tunnels in order to avoid being blown away by Pakistani jets. Another wave of airstrikes were being prepared to hit the last remaining Taliban Forces in the area."
1336,2015 Modern World RP [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320708&start=100,2014-12-08T08:45:00,Zechaslavia,"Tel Aviv, Israel<br/>4 Canadian C130s landed carrying supplies, money, and weapons. Along with 500 candian soldiers who will train IDF soldiers on how to properly deal with crowd control without causing casualties, along with how to deal with terrorist threats and proper combat techniques. Major Oliver (commanding officer of canadian troops in Israel) is said to meet with Netanyahu today."
1337,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870,2014-11-20T21:54:00,2016 A world divided Admin,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://oi57.tinypic.com/2mdjfdk.jpg""/></div><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 300%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""color: #000080"">2016 - A World Divided</span></span></span></div><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 300%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=326290"" rel=""nofollow"">OCC!!!</a><br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320995"" rel=""nofollow"">UN!!!</a></span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321506"" rel=""nofollow"">MARKET!!!!</a></span></span></div><br/><div align=""Center"">OP: Myself<br/>Co-OPs: <a href=""//www.nationstates.net/nation=Zatak"">Zatak</a> and<a href=""//www.nationstates.net/nation= Republic of Vietnam""> Republic of Vietnam</a>.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""> Welcome to the 2016: A World Divided Nation RP sign-up page! Please read the rules and regulations below!</span></span><br/><br/><span style=""color: #00BF00""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">The 2016 RP: The World Divided</span></span></div><br/>The year is 2016 and the world seems to only be getting worse. Ukraine continues to suffer from a civil war after Russia annexed the Crimean Peninsula, Asia continues to boil down over border tensions, with the Middle East on the verge of a new regional war as oil becomes scarce. The terror group ISIS continues to gain land in Syria and Iraq, both of which remain on the verge of collapse. It now up to you and your nation to try and not only, stop our world from entering into a new world war.<br/><br/>Below is the official map of this RP. It shows major powers (with or without players) and nations belonging to players. This map will be updated as often as possible.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Map:</span></span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Roster:</span></span></span><br/>Here's a list of the nations and their players. This is not a list of the only countries allowed to be played.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""color: #0000FF"">Accepted Nations:</span> <br/>United States of America: <a href=""//www.nationstates.net/nation=Of The Rnclave"">Of The Rnclave</a><br/><br/>Israel: <a href=""//www.nationstates.net/nation=The Old state of Israel"">The Old state of Israel</a><br/><br/>Brazil: <a href=""//www.nationstates.net/nation=Roski"">Roski</a><br/><br/>Australia: <a href=""//www.nationstates.net/nation=Kargintina"">Kargintina</a><br/><br/>Greece: <a href=""//www.nationstates.net/nation=Apeocia"">Apeocia</a><br/><br/>Russia: <a href=""//www.nationstates.net/nation=Versail"">Versail</a><br/><br/>United Kingdom: <a href=""//www.nationstates.net/nation=Jordslag"">Jordslag</a><br/><br/>Ireland: <a href=""//www.nationstates.net/nation=Inis Saor"">Inis Saor</a><br/><br/>North Korea: <a href=""//www.nationstates.net/nation=Fascist Republic Of Bermuda"">Fascist Republic Of Bermuda</a><br/><br/>China: <a href=""//www.nationstates.net/nation=Qubec"">Qubec</a><br/><br/>Mexico: <a href=""//www.nationstates.net/nation=Pimp Inc"">Pimp Inc</a><br/><br/>Egypt: <a href=""//www.nationstates.net/nation=Mifan"">Mifan</a><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""color: #FF0000"">Reserved:</span> <br/>Serbia: <a href=""//www.nationstates.net/nation=Republika Srpska Party"">Republika Srpska Party</a><br/><br/>Poland: <a href=""//www.nationstates.net/nation=Baelya"">Baelya</a><br/><br/>Vietnamese Republic: <a href=""//www.nationstates.net/nation=Republic of Vietnam"">Republic of Vietnam</a></blockquote><br/><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""color: #404080"">Terrorist/Rebel/Insurgent Groups</span><br/>Blue Swan: <a href=""//www.nationstates.net/nation=Australian Antarctica"">Australian Antarctica</a><br/> The Gambian Liberation Party: <a href=""//www.nationstates.net/nation=The Greater Gambia"">The Greater Gambia</a><br/> Novorossiya: <a href=""//www.nationstates.net/nation=Kisinger"">Kisinger</a></blockquote>"
1338,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870,2014-11-21T12:49:00,Australian Antarctica,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Temporary Blue Swan HQ, Near the Eastern Indian Border</span></span><br/>The small clearing in the Jungle was filled with Tents, APCs, and Technicals. Everywhere guerrillas were checking their weapons or eating.<span style=""font-style: italic"">This camp will need to be abandoned soon </span>the leader of the rebellion, a CIA agent named William Aniston, thought to himself. He was a tall man, 6'1"", but still managed to blend in with the rebels. He had come to Tibet in 2010, when he was 18, to become a monk. Things quickly changed when he witnessed a Chinese patrol burn down a monistary and kill all of the inhabitants. In 2015 he organized the Blue Swan rebel group to fight the Chinese oppressors. It started with only a few hundred men, but quickly grew to 50,000 by 2016. It was then when the CIA contacted him. William began relying information to the US and in exchange they send him money and weapons. He opened his Satellite computer and emailed his CIA handler:<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: CIA<br/>From: Blue Swan<br/>Encryption: High<br/>The Drop can be made in two days.</blockquote>"
1339,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870,2014-11-21T14:47:00,New Jordslag,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Parliament House, London</span><br/>The day was done. A new government had been formed. The Social Democrats had won a Total victory. But now their leader, now Prime Minister Ed Miliband, was faced with several issues, among them Scottish Separatism, more trouble in North Ireland, Bickering over budgets, and, as always, a Decline in British power. Ed was determined to fix all of these issues. Especially that last one.<br/><br/>But first he had to solve a Foreign Affairs issue. Tibetan Refugees fleeing recent clashes between the Chinese Army and Tibetan Guerrillas begged the Government to tell China to stop it's Brutality. Where they saw freedom, Ed saw a chance to kill two birds with one stone. Expanded influence in Asia AND defeat of another Competitor for the spit of Superpower? He couldn't resist. With his support, the bill to officially condemn China for brutality in Tibet passed. But he didn't stop there. He decided to write a letter to the Guerrilla leader.<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://www.mandysroyalty.org/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/UK_Royal_Coat_of_Arms.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://resources.woodlands-junior.kent.sch.uk/customs/images/uk.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/>To: William Aniston, leader of the Tibetan Guerrilla Movement and leader of the rightful Tibetan government<br/>From: Ed Miliband, the Honourable Prime Minister of the glorious United Kingdom<br/>Encryption: High<br/>Context: By the time you receive this letter, you will likely have heard of our Condemnation of China for Brutality in Tibet. Know that the United Kingdom sides totally and Unshakeably with you. From now on, Top Secret Cargo Planes will be dropping Supplies, Ammo, and Weapons from the UK at a Guerrilla base of your choosing. In addition, should you ever request it, we are ready to deploy a couple SAS teams and a few Tanks disguised as your forces. If all goes well, which, considering the messed up Bureaucracy that is China, it probably will, nobody will ever even suspect we were involved. Reply soon with where you want our shipments to land and if you want additional help. </div></blockquote>"
1340,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870,2014-11-21T15:34:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Jordslag <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22516429#p22516429"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Parliament House, London</span><br/>The day was done. A new government had been formed. The Social Democrats had won a Total victory. But now their leader, now Prime Minister Ed Miliband, was faced with several issues, among them Scottish Separatism, more trouble in North Ireland, Bickering over budgets, and, as always, a Decline in British power. Ed was determined to fix all of these issues. Especially that last one.<br/><br/>But first he had to solve a Foreign Affairs issue. Tibetan Refugees fleeing recent clashes between the Chinese Army and Tibetan Guerrillas begged the Government to tell China to stop it's Brutality. Where they saw freedom, Ed saw a chance to kill two birds with one stone. Expanded influence in Asia AND defeat of another Competitor for the spit of Superpower? He couldn't resist. With his support, the bill to officially condemn China for brutality in Tibet passed. But he didn't stop there. He decided to write a letter to the Guerrilla leader.<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://www.mandysroyalty.org/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/UK_Royal_Coat_of_Arms.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://resources.woodlands-junior.kent.sch.uk/customs/images/uk.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/>To: William Aniston, leader of the Tibetan Guerrilla Movement and leader of the rightful Tibetan government<br/>From: Ed Miliband, the Honourable Prime Minister of the glorious United Kingdom<br/>Encryption: High<br/>Context: By the time you receive this letter, you will likely have heard of our Condemnation of China for Brutality in Tibet. Know that the United Kingdom sides totally and Unshakeably with you. From now on, Top Secret Cargo Planes will be dropping Supplies, Ammo, and Weapons from the UK at a Guerrilla base of your choosing. In addition, should you ever request it, we are ready to deploy a couple SAS teams and a few Tanks disguised as your forces. If all goes well, which, considering the messed up Bureaucracy that is China, it probably will, nobody will ever even suspect we were involved. Reply soon with where you want our shipments to land and if you want additional help. </div></blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Ed Miliband of the British Government<br/>From: William Aniston<br/>Encryption: High<br/>We would like to request ammunition for our Stinger missiles and for our M16s. We would also like a few helicopter mechanics.</blockquote>"
1341,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870,2014-11-21T15:54:00,Qubec,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Message to Brazil""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.zlok.net/blog/wp-content/uploads/prc-emblem.jpg""/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #FF0000"">THE PEOPLE""S REPUBLIC OF CHINA</span></span></span></div><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">TO:</span> Dilma Rouseff of Brazil<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">FROM:</span> President Xi Jinping of The People's Republic of China</blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Encryption:</span> <span style=""color: #FF0000"">High</span><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">As I am sure you have noticed the rebel group known as Blue Swan has been gaining more and more support. In order to keep peace both in China and in the rest of the world we must stop them. At this time your support is not needed but we would like to secure you as an official supporter of China. In exchange we are willing to increase trade as well as military and political support.</blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Message to Russia""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.zlok.net/blog/wp-content/uploads/prc-emblem.jpg""/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #FF0000"">THE PEOPLE""S REPUBLIC OF CHINA</span></span></span></div><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">TO:</span> Russia<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">FROM:</span> President Xi Jinping of The People's Republic of China</blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Encryption:</span> <span style=""color: #FF0000"">High</span><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">As I am sure you have noticed the rebel group known as Blue Swan has been gaining more and more support. In order to keep peace both in China and in the rest of the world we must stop them. At this time your support is not needed but we would like to secure you as an official supporter of China. In exchange we are willing to increase trade as well as military and political support.</blockquote></div></div></div>"
1342,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870,2014-11-21T16:06:00,Of The Rnclave,"<img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.remocontro.it/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/f35-due-in-volo-copertina-sito-800x540.jpg""/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">USS GERALD FORD</span></span><br/><br/>"" Here I am aboard the USS Gerald Ford, as we see the first combat role this carrier will perform, 5 F-35's will lead strikes against the terrorist group ISIS, they will hit critical weapons depots and several bases they believe the group is acting from. Today also marks the vote on wether we will be sending combat troops back into Iraq. This Operation raging eagle, will be one of the largest operations the the US Army has undertaken since Vietnam. Now back to Davis in the studio.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">STUDIO</span></span><br/><br/>In other news, several reforms have been passed by the new Republican congress, passing a defense bill giving back over half of the funds cut form the defense budget since the beginning of President Obama's presidency. Also they have begun voting upon several bills aimed at reinvigorating the economy and opening up jobs to more people, along with a bill requiring checks on everyone who has been on welfare for over 5 years, this change hoping to take those who are abusing the governments money, and reduce welfare spending. Now to the weather.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">OVER WHAT ONCE WAS TIBET</span></span><br/><br/>The cargo plane, destined to deliver goods to the US base in Afghanistan, flew lower than it usually would for its mission. It's lower flight was marked by one thing, the plane opening it's cargo bay, which was filled with M16's and weapons and ammo, along with a M60 Tank, working quickly the men shoved the weapons and Gera out the back of the plane, the equipment landing near a Tibetan Rebel camp, before the plane swooped away, closing it's cargo bay."
1343,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870,2014-11-21T16:36:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Of The Rnclave <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22517432#p22517432"">wrote</a>:</cite>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://www.remocontro.it/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/f35-due-in-volo-copertina-sito-800x540.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">USS GERALD FORD</span></span><br/><br/>"" Here I am aboard the USS Gerald Ford, as we see the first combat role this carrier will perform, 5 F-35's will lead strikes against the terrorist group ISIS, they will hit critical weapons depots and several bases they believe the group is acting from. Today also marks the vote on wether we will be sending combat troops back into Iraq. This Operation raging eagle, will be one of the largest operations the the US Army has undertaken since Vietnam. Now back to Davis in the studio.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">STUDIO</span></span><br/><br/>In other news, several reforms have been passed by the new Republican congress, passing a defense bill giving back over half of the funds cut form the defense budget since the beginning of President Obama's presidency. Also they have begun voting upon several bills aimed at reinvigorating the economy and opening up jobs to more people, along with a bill requiring checks on everyone who has been on welfare for over 5 years, this change hoping to take those who are abusing the governments money, and reduce welfare spending. Now to the weather. <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">OVER WHAT ONCE WAS TIBET</span></span> <br/><br/>The cargo plane, destined to deliver goods to the US base in Afghanistan, flew lower than it usually would for its mission. It's lower flight was marked by one thing, the plane opening it's cargo bay, which was filled with M16's and weapons and ammo, along with a M60 Tank, working quickly the men shoved the weapons and Gera out the back of the plane, the equipment landing near a Tibetan Rebel camp, before the plane swooped away, closing it's cargo bay.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Supply Landing Zone</span></span><br/>4 captured Chinese Humvees raced towards the landing zone. In the lead one was William, decked out in a Chinese winter uniform and armed with his Grandfather's M16 from Vietnam he smuggled back with him. The Convoy stopped 100 meters from the Drop Zone and 14 Men armed with the best weapons set up positions while 6 men began loading the supplies. The Tank would be driven back by a Chinese crew that had defected to the Blue Swans. After only half an hour they were racing back to base."
1344,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870,2014-11-21T16:47:00,Qubec,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22517810#p22517810"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Of The Rnclave <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22517432#p22517432"">wrote</a>:</cite>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://www.remocontro.it/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/f35-due-in-volo-copertina-sito-800x540.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">USS GERALD FORD</span></span><br/><br/>"" Here I am aboard the USS Gerald Ford, as we see the first combat role this carrier will perform, 5 F-35's will lead strikes against the terrorist group ISIS, they will hit critical weapons depots and several bases they believe the group is acting from. Today also marks the vote on wether we will be sending combat troops back into Iraq. This Operation raging eagle, will be one of the largest operations the the US Army has undertaken since Vietnam. Now back to Davis in the studio.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">STUDIO</span></span><br/><br/>In other news, several reforms have been passed by the new Republican congress, passing a defense bill giving back over half of the funds cut form the defense budget since the beginning of President Obama's presidency. Also they have begun voting upon several bills aimed at reinvigorating the economy and opening up jobs to more people, along with a bill requiring checks on everyone who has been on welfare for over 5 years, this change hoping to take those who are abusing the governments money, and reduce welfare spending. Now to the weather. <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">OVER WHAT ONCE WAS TIBET</span></span> <br/><br/>The cargo plane, destined to deliver goods to the US base in Afghanistan, flew lower than it usually would for its mission. It's lower flight was marked by one thing, the plane opening it's cargo bay, which was filled with M16's and weapons and ammo, along with a M60 Tank, working quickly the men shoved the weapons and Gera out the back of the plane, the equipment landing near a Tibetan Rebel camp, before the plane swooped away, closing it's cargo bay.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Supply Landing Zone</span></span><br/>4 captured Chinese Humvees raced towards the landing zone. In the lead one was William, decked out in a Chinese winter uniform and armed with his Grandfather's M16 from Vietnam he smuggled back with him. The Convoy stopped 100 meters from the Drop Zone and 14 Men armed with the best weapons set up positions while 6 men began loading the supplies. The Tank would be driven back by a Chinese crew that had defected to the Blue Swans. After only half an hour they were racing back to base.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>It was quiet. 50 Chinese troops layed quiet in the trees watching them. Two snipers were placed in the trees and had their guns aimed and waiting for the signal. The commander raised his hand gave the signal. Four soldiers holding RPG's raced out screaming and fireing at the vehicles. The snipers took out a few targets as the other soldiers rushed the group of rebels firing at random. Some others stayed hidden waiting just in case."
1345,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870,2014-11-21T16:58:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Qubec <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22517949#p22517949"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22517810#p22517810"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Supply Landing Zone</span></span><br/>4 captured Chinese Humvees raced towards the landing zone. In the lead one was William, decked out in a Chinese winter uniform and armed with his Grandfather's M16 from Vietnam he smuggled back with him. The Convoy stopped 100 meters from the Drop Zone and 14 Men armed with the best weapons set up positions while 6 men began loading the supplies. The Tank would be driven back by a Chinese crew that had defected to the Blue Swans. After only half an hour they were racing back to base.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>It was quiet. 50 Chinese troops layed quiet in the trees watching them. Two snipers were placed in the trees and had their guns aimed and waiting for the signal. The commander raised his hand gave the signal. Four soldiers holding RPG's raced out screaming and fireing at the vehicles. The snipers took out a few targets as the other soldiers rushed the group of rebels firing at random.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Ambush Site</span></span><br/>William was hit in the arm. All around him men were firing their guns. The remains of a Humvee was on the side of a road, it's white paint gone, replaced with the blackness of fire. Luckily only one rocket hit, and 5 men were killed in the explosion. The Tank fired back and took out a group of Chinese men around an RPG. Tracers lit up the battlefield as he radioed the base ""Need mortar fire! Danger close, marking with orange smoke. Relief force requested!""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Blue Swan Base</span></span><br/>The mortar section fired white phosphorus shells at the enemy positions as 4 APCs raced out of the base and to the ambush site. All in all, 40 men were coming to relieve the convoy.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Ambush Site</span></span><br/>The APCs arrived and began suppresive fire as they unloaded their men. Each man was armed to the teeth with M60s and M16s. 2 Even carried RPGs. They returned fire and fought back the Chinese forces. In the end, 6 men from the original convoy and 10 men from the relief force were killed. 2 Crates full of 7.62 mm ammo and a box of M60s were also destroyed."
1346,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870,2014-11-21T17:35:00,Kargintina,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""To Blue Swans""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">To: Blue Swans of Tibet<br/>From: Commonwealth of Australia<br/>Encryption: Extreme<br/>We admire your fight for liberty from the People's Republic, and wish to aid you in your fight to receive such liberty. We will send a six man team of Special Forces to help train and guide your men in fights with the PLA.</div></div></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""To China""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">To: The People's Republic of China<br/>From:Commonwealth of Australia<br/>Encryption: Low<br/>A cargo plane will be passing over your territory. Please allow this plane safe passage as innocent civilians are on board. Thank you for your time.</div></div></div><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Canberra, Australia</span><br/>The Cargo plane prepared to liftoff, the SASR began loading their gear and getting ready for the long tour of Tibet. The plane would head to the Australian base in Afghanistan after the team preformed their jump. They would wear Ghillie suits designed for snowy weather, as they planned to land high in the mountains to try to minimalize detection by the PLA. Fifteen of them had MK 18 QCBR carbines, and six of them had a M417s armed with a 4x scope. The bag containing their weapons would land a short distance away from them, and they would use their pistols if PLA soldiers got to them before they reached their weapons."
1347,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870,2014-11-21T18:02:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kargintina <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22518426#p22518426"">wrote</a>:</cite><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""To Blue Swans""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">To: Blue Swans of Tibet<br/>From: Commonwealth of Australia<br/>We admire your fight for liberty from the People's Republic, and wish to aid you in your fight to receive such liberty. We will send a six man team of Special Forces to help train and guide your men in fights with the PLA.</div></div></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""To China""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">To: The People's Republic of China<br/>From:Commonwealth of Australia<br/>A cargo plane will be passing over your territory. Please allow this plane safe passage as innocent civilians are on board. Thank you for your time.</div></div></div><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Canberra, Australia</span><br/>The Cargo plane prepared to liftoff, the SASR began loading their gear and getting ready for the long tour of Tibet. The plane would head to the Australian base in Afghanistan after the team preformed their jump. They would wear Ghillie suits designed for snowy weather, as they planned to land high in the mountains to try to minimalize detection by the PLA. Five of them had MK 18 QCBR carbines, and one of them had a M417 armed with a 4x scope. The bag containing their weapons would land a short distance away from them, and they would use their pistols if PLA soldiers got to them before they reached their weapons.</div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Australia<br/>From: Blue Swan<br/>Encryption: High<br/>Alright, we will be expecting you.</blockquote><br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">All over China</span></span><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""Middle""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Tibet Revolutionary Group ""Blue Swans""</span></span></span></div><br/><br/><div align=""middle""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.dharma-haven.org/tibetan/tibet-flag.jpg""/></div><br/><br/>""It was a simple patrol. We were supposed to make sure guerrilla activity in the area. After about 2 hours minutes my 12 man squad stopped to rest. Unbeknownst to us, a threat lurked in the darkness around us. It was quick, suddenly men sprouted from the earth like phantoms in the snow. Before anyone could react, they were quick at work. 7 of my men were dead in seconds, their throats slashed open by combat knives. I grabbed for my rifle, but couldn't find the trigger. It felt heavy in my hands. now 2 more men were down. I fumbled with the safety. 2 more down, I was alone. An attacker walked up to me as I was trying to switch to fire. ""Boo"" he whispered to me. I stumbled to the ground, my gun flying from my hands. Before I could get any words out, a zip tie was being tied around my hands. They let me survive. Those phantoms in the snow are the most terrifying things in the world"" -<span style=""font-style: italic"">Sgt. Huang Bai, PRC </span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">This is just one of many stories showing how weak the Chinese military really is. Rise up brothers! And fight for FREEDOM!!!</span><br/><br/><div align=""Middle""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Tibet Revolutionary Group ""Blue Swans""</span></span></span></div></blockquote><br/>Posters like this were posted over China, boosting the Rebellion to a size of 80,000. In the streets of Tibet, people rioted. Unrest was present everywhere."
1348,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870,2014-11-21T18:35:00,New Jordslag,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""To Blue Swans""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>To: Blue Swan HQ From: Baron Charles Guthrie of Cragiebank,Colonel Commander of the Special Air Service Encryption: Very high Context: The Prime Minister has declared a 'silent war' on China. We are sending 15 Desert Warfare experts and 15 Mountain Warfare experts, thanks to Tibet's diverse terrain. In addition, a Mechanical Team of 6 will be coming to your HQ to upkeep your Helicopter. We apologize for not warning you in advance, but China never sleeps, so we shouldn't either.</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Skies above Tibet, Top Secret Cargo Plane flying near Tibetan HQ</span><br/>The Cargo Bay opened. All 36 men had their Parachutes ready, and were about to jump into one of the most dangerous missions of their lives. All had been informed of whom they were fighting. All head been informed that there was a high-risk of Casualties. All had Volunteered. Not for Britain, or for Freedom, or anything like that. No, these guys wanted a sense of Adventure. And they were about to get it.<br/><br/>All 36 men dropped and buried their Parachutes. Then they set out for Tibetan HQ."
1349,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870,2014-11-21T19:59:00,Of The Rnclave,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Jordslag <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22518979#p22518979"">wrote</a>:</cite><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""To Blue Swans""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>To: Blue Swan HQ From: Baron Charles Guthrie of Cragiebank,Colonel Commander of the Special Air Service Encryption: Very high Context: The Prime Minister has declared a 'silent war' on China. We are sending 15 Desert Warfare experts and 15 Mountain Warfare experts, thanks to Tibet's diverse terrain. In addition, a Mechanical Team of 6 will be coming to your HQ to upkeep your Helicopter. We apologize for not warning you in advance, but China never sleeps, so we shouldn't either.</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Skies above Tibet, Top Secret Cargo Plane flying near Tibetan HQ</span><br/>The Cargo Bay opened. All 36 men had their Parachutes ready, and were about to jump into one of the most dangerous missions of their lives. All had been informed of whom they were fighting. All head been informed that there was a high-risk of Casualties. All had Volunteered. Not for Britain, or for Freedom, or anything like that. No, these guys wanted a sense of Adventure. And they were about to get it.<br/><br/>All 36 men dropped and buried their Parachutes. Then they set out for Tibetan HQ.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: The United Kingdom<br/>United States of America<br/><br/>Word has spread through the NATO communications that you have deployed SAS soldiers to the Tibet region, we request you withdraw these men, due to the fact that if war is declared, no nation of NATO can support you, due to the fact that we are only called in if you yourself are attacked first, but you have primitively stroked China, remove your men now.<br/><br/>President Barack Obama</blockquote>"
1350,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870,2014-11-21T20:29:00,Kargintina,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Above Tibet</span><br/>The 21 SASR soldiers loaded up into the plane, headed for Tibet. In a few hours, they where above Tibet. They pushed the bags out of the plane, and then all hooked up, and jumped out the plane, 30,000 feet above sea level. They would land on a mountain, before going and getting their gear.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Canberra, Australia</span><br/>Prime Minister Tony Abbott marched into his office, looking to his cabinet. ""Did the men get out the plane?"" One of the cabinet members replied. ""Yes, we won't have any radio contact with them until the Tibetans are free from China, that way to make it seem they are rogue ex-SASR who decided to help the Blue Swans if they are captured."""
1351,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870,2014-11-21T21:00:00,Mifan,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Sinai Peninsula</span><br/><br/>Ever since the coup in 2011, and the purge of the Muslim Brotherhood, terrorism in the Sinai has increased drastically. So far, the war in the Sinai has been making little progress in eliminating all the terrorist groups in the area. More than 100 Egyptian soldiers have lost their lives in a war that is now entering its fourth year. Ever since<br/>Abdel Fattah el-Sisi became president, the war in the Sinai have been turning into Egyptian favor as the militant groups have now become weaker. The 414th Airborne Brigade would lead another assault that would eliminate the remaining terrorist groups in the Sinai.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Libya</span><br/><br/>The Egyptian Government continued to work with the Libyan Government in order to displace the militant groups that are currently still in the nation. President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi stated that the airstrikes in Libya would increase in order to stop the militants from overthrowing the government in the nation. The military Supreme Command has stated that they are behind Sisi 100% and that if the militants take Libya then the threat to national security would e great."
1352,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870,2014-11-21T21:25:00,Inis Saor,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Dublin, Ireland</span><br/><br/><div style=""margin-left:75px; margin-right:75px; margin-bottom:5px; margin-top:5px""><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Elections are just around the corner. Sinn Fein is up to forty-three in the polls. Forty-fucking-three, Enda. They'll be the first non-coalition government in decades. Do you know why? Water charges, forced re-votes, household charge and a property tax? You taxed them twice for the same fucking thing!""</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Enough!""</span> the Taoiseach blared, his face lighting up like a tomato. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""We were all well beyond our means, things had to be cut.""</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""You're a filthy rat bastard, Enda. Do you know that?""</span> With that, his deputy left the room, slamming the heavy door behind him. He stood up from his desk, pushing the padded leather office chair from beneath him, and headed for the window. The chanting was feint, but barely audible. <span style=""font-style: italic"">No more .... charge .... corrupt</span>, he turned away, flopping back down into his chair. He slid the top desk drawer open and gazed inside. Five inches of black steel, cold and harsh. It could all be over as quickly as that.</div>"
1353,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870,2014-11-21T21:59:00,Roski,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Brasilia, The Federative Republic of Brasil</span><br/><br/>The anti-olympics protests grew larger, almost to the point that the entirety of Brasilia was unable to pass through. Dilma watched the crowd, silently.<span style=""font-style: italic"">What's worse is that they will all silence themselves when the games actually get here. The amount of money this will produce will be unreal. The Americans are already starting to buy tickets to Brasil.</span>Dilma thought, quietly. As Brasil rapidly spun towards the Olympic games, the sudden urge of Violence in Europe and China almost caused Brasil to offer a deal to America to purchase M1A1 tanks.<span style=""font-style: italic"">I hope we do not have to use the olympic money to make our military mightier, it would be the ultimate smack to the face of the people.</span>She thought, before opening the letter from Xi, the General Secretary of The People's Republic of China. If China were to destabilize, Dilma feared, then Brasil's economy would very much feel it. And with Russia facing major threats from the Western response to the annexation of Crimea, Brasil could face either a massive influx of oil purchases from the Western powers, or Brasil would be invaded. Hopefully, the first would happen, as it would help Brasil.<br/><br/>The belligerency of America did not go unnoticed, and all of South America trembled in fear. What Dilma feared most was to have to defend South America from American Imperialism. Or Russian Imperialism. Britian even. South America was once again the focus of attention, as Brasil jumped into the top 5 most powerful economies in the world, and the greatest fear is that America would try to stop Brasil's rise to an economic superpower. Brasil didn't want the military actions that came with being a superpower, however, they didn't want to be invaded to stop that rise. So they would try to make peace with the West, and China, and Russia. It was the only way of survival in the new world.<br/><br/>Dilma shook herself out of those thoughts, and calmly looked at the letter from China.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Blue Swan?</span>she thought, before calling in other people to help explain this. Five others didn't understand it, one even went as far as saying it was a mistranslation. But the sixth was informed. ""Blue Swan is a Tibetan resistance group. They are very violent, almost comparable to Al-Queda. But it seems that Australian and British flights have been going there of late. We don't know if they are supporting the rebellion, or bombing it. None of our sources in China can agree to the reasons of these aircraft. If NATO is aiding the rebellion, we have a problem. If NATO is against the rebellion, then it's easy. We announce our support for the People's Republic of China. Otherwise, we cannot declare a side without angering the other side. The most wise decision would be to simply buy time, maybe even flat out tell China that we don't know enough about the situation to choose a side.""<br/><br/>Dilma nodded. She took out a fancy pen, one given to her by German Chancellor Angela Merkel in 2015, in the G20 summit.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""To PRC""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://sistemas.mre.gov.br/kitweb/datafiles/Washington/en-us/image/brazil_coat_of_arms.jpg""/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">OFFICIAL DOCUMENT OF THE FEDERATIVE REPUBLIC OF BRASIL</span></span></div><br/>To: General Secretary of the People's Republic of China, Xi Jinping<br/>From: The President of the Federative Republic of Brasil, Dilma Rousseff<br/>Encryption: High<br/>Subject: RE: Blue Swans<br/>Message:<br/><br/>Hello, Xi Jinping!<br/><br/>I have personally read your message, however, I'm afraid the little bit of information I know is not enough to make an official decision. I personally was not even aware of the Blue Swan group until right before I write this. It pains me to hear that a rebellion is in China, as we know that this does not just affect America and her allies, this affects the entire world. However, until I have more information, I cannot chose a side. <br/><br/>In other events, I would like to discuss the possibility of having a Russian, Chinese, and American military parade in Brasilia, after the 2016 Olympics. I would also like to request additional forces to defend the 2016 Olympics, as I'm afraid that my Military generals are declaring a training excercise in the Atlantic Ocean is more important. I thank you for any consideration, and I also thank you for coming to Brasil in your time of need.<br/><br/>Signed, <br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/b/bd/Signature_of_Dilma_Rousseff.svg/284px-Signature_of_Dilma_Rousseff.svg.png""/><br/>Dilma Rousseff,<br/>President of the Federative Republic of Brasil.</blockquote></div></div></div>"
1354,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870,2014-11-21T22:03:00,Zatak,"<div align=""Center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #0000FF"">Events</span></span></div><br/><br/><span style=""color: #FF0000"">America: At 8:11 am, the long-feared ""Big One"" finally nailed California. The San Andreas Fault, shifting for the first time in more than a century. The epicenter of the Earthquake was right within Palmdale, California, and caused two other faults to erupt right under the City of Los Angeles, one of them almost directly under Dodger Stadium. The massive quake, measured at an awesome 8.6 on the Richter Scale, was the most powerful earthquake in recorded American history, topping the 8.5 that hammered Anchorage, Alaska, in March 1964. The worst devastation was across the San Fernando Valley and parts of Downtown Los Angeles - exasperated when the 62-story Aon Center, severely damaged in the quake, collapsed at 10:36 am, killing over one hundred emergency workers inside and around it. Several other problems - from ruptured gas mains, collapsed highway overpasses, a major explosion at a fuel storage site in Baldwin Hills and a train wreck caused by the disaster in South Central - made the disaster worse along with the Diablo Canyon nuclear station which suffers a meltdown some call the next chernobyl.<br/><br/><br/>Egypt: A terrorist attack strikes Cairo killing 50 and injuring 100 including president Abdel Fattah el-Sisi who's car was hit by the suicide truck along with another truck that struck a military convoy. after this extremists (Backed by ISIS and others) Launch a massive campaign against egypt with light and heavy weapons including artillery and a tank the full force is estimated to be over 1000....<br/><br/>UK: At the same time as the American earthquake a major storm hits the london area causing mass flooding and a power outage among other major damage by wind and such amounting to over 4-8 billion dollars and rising in damages. along with this several navy ships (Including HMS Queen Elizabeth) were severely damaged..... casualty's are high and this disasters has given separation movements in North Ireland and Scotland more power and more violence... <br/><br/></span><br/><br/><br/><span style=""color: #00FF00"">Brazil: Because of increasing militarism small crime gangs start to disappear from Major brazillian citys and large cartels become less active slightly. <br/><br/>Australia: Australia is ranked in the top 10 by multiple organizations for safest countries leading to mass tourism and immigration.<br/><br/>Mexico: Effective operations has lead to a major decrease in Cartel and gang influence in northern mexico leading to a better international and domestic reputation along with this a unknown supplier provides the mexican army with a few M60 patton tanks... 22 to be exact... . </span>"
1355,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870,2014-11-21T23:13:00,Qubec,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22518665#p22518665"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Kargintina <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22518426#p22518426"">wrote</a>:</cite><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""To Blue Swans""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">To: Blue Swans of Tibet<br/>From: Commonwealth of Australia<br/>We admire your fight for liberty from the People's Republic, and wish to aid you in your fight to receive such liberty. We will send a six man team of Special Forces to help train and guide your men in fights with the PLA.</div></div></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""To China""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">To: The People's Republic of China<br/>From:Commonwealth of Australia<br/>A cargo plane will be passing over your territory. Please allow this plane safe passage as innocent civilians are on board. Thank you for your time.</div></div></div><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Canberra, Australia</span><br/>The Cargo plane prepared to liftoff, the SASR began loading their gear and getting ready for the long tour of Tibet. The plane would head to the Australian base in Afghanistan after the team preformed their jump. They would wear Ghillie suits designed for snowy weather, as they planned to land high in the mountains to try to minimalize detection by the PLA. Five of them had MK 18 QCBR carbines, and one of them had a M417 armed with a 4x scope. The bag containing their weapons would land a short distance away from them, and they would use their pistols if PLA soldiers got to them before they reached their weapons.</div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Australia<br/>From: Blue Swan<br/>Encryption: High<br/>Alright, we will be expecting you.</blockquote><br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">All over China</span></span><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""Middle""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Tibet Revolutionary Group ""Blue Swans""</span></span></span></div><br/><br/><div align=""middle""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.dharma-haven.org/tibetan/tibet-flag.jpg""/></div><br/><br/>""It was a simple patrol. We were supposed to make sure guerrilla activity in the area. After about 2 hours minutes my 12 man squad stopped to rest. Unbeknownst to us, a threat lurked in the darkness around us. It was quick, suddenly men sprouted from the earth like phantoms in the snow. Before anyone could react, they were quick at work. 7 of my men were dead in seconds, their throats slashed open by combat knives. I grabbed for my rifle, but couldn't find the trigger. It felt heavy in my hands. now 2 more men were down. I fumbled with the safety. 2 more down, I was alone. An attacker walked up to me as I was trying to switch to fire. ""Boo"" he whispered to me. I stumbled to the ground, my gun flying from my hands. Before I could get any words out, a zip tie was being tied around my hands. They let me survive. Those phantoms in the snow are the most terrifying things in the world"" -<span style=""font-style: italic"">Sgt. Huang Bai, PRC </span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">This is just one of many stories showing how weak the Chinese military really is. Rise up brothers! And fight for FREEDOM!!!</span><br/><br/><div align=""Middle""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Tibet Revolutionary Group ""Blue Swans""</span></span></span></div></blockquote><br/>Posters like this were posted over China, boosting the Rebellion to a size of 80,000. In the streets of Tibet, people rioted. Unrest was present everywhere.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>After quickly noticing the posters all police officers were ordered to removed them and destroy them all.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Roski <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22521207#p22521207"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Brasilia, The Federative Republic of Brasil</span><br/><br/>The anti-olympics protests grew larger, almost to the point that the entirety of Brasilia was unable to pass through. Dilma watched the crowd, silently. <span style=""font-style: italic"">What's worse is that they will all silence themselves when the games actually get here. The amount of money this will produce will be unreal. The Americans are already starting to buy tickets to Brasil.</span> Dilma thought, quietly. As Brasil rapidly spun towards the Olympic games, the sudden urge of Violence in Europe and China almost caused Brasil to offer a deal to America to purchase M1A1 tanks. <span style=""font-style: italic"">I hope we do not have to use the olympic money to make our military mightier, it would be the ultimate smack to the face of the people.</span> She thought, before opening the letter from Xi, the General Secretary of The People's Republic of China. If China were to destabilize, Dilma feared, then Brasil's economy would very much feel it. And with Russia facing major threats from the Western response to the annexation of Crimea, Brasil could face either a massive influx of oil purchases from the Western powers, or Brasil would be invaded. Hopefully, the first would happen, as it would help Brasil.<br/><br/>The belligerency of America did not go unnoticed, and all of South America trembled in fear. What Dilma feared most was to have to defend South America from American Imperialism. Or Russian Imperialism. Britian even. South America was once again the focus of attention, as Brasil jumped into the top 5 most powerful economies in the world, and the greatest fear is that America would try to stop Brasil's rise to an economic superpower. Brasil didn't want the military actions that came with being a superpower, however, they didn't want to be invaded to stop that rise. So they would try to make peace with the West, and China, and Russia. It was the only way of survival in the new world.<br/><br/>Dilma shook herself out of those thoughts, and calmly looked at the letter from China. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Blue Swan?</span> she thought, before calling in other people to help explain this. Five others didn't understand it, one even went as far as saying it was a mistranslation. But the sixth was informed. ""Blue Swan is a Tibetan resistance group. They are very violent, almost comparable to Al-Queda. But it seems that Australian and British flights have been going there of late. We don't know if they are supporting the rebellion, or bombing it. None of our sources in China can agree to the reasons of these aircraft. If NATO is aiding the rebellion, we have a problem. If NATO is against the rebellion, then it's easy. We announce our support for the People's Republic of China. Otherwise, we cannot declare a side without angering the other side. The most wise decision would be to simply buy time, maybe even flat out tell China that we don't know enough about the situation to choose a side.""<br/><br/>Dilma nodded. She took out a fancy pen, one given to her by German Chancellor Angela Merkel in 2015, in the G20 summit.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""To PRC""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center"">(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://sistemas.mre.gov.br/kitweb/datafiles/Washington/en-us/image/brazil_coat_of_arms.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">OFFICIAL DOCUMENT OF THE FEDERATIVE REPUBLIC OF BRASIL</span></span></div><br/>To: General Secretary of the People's Republic of China, Xi Jinping<br/>From: The President of the Federative Republic of Brasil, Dilma Rousseff<br/>Encryption: High<br/>Subject: RE: Blue Swans<br/>Message:<br/><br/>Hello, Xi Jinping!<br/><br/>I have personally read your message, however, I'm afraid the little bit of information I know is not enough to make an official decision. I personally was not even aware of the Blue Swan group until right before I write this. It pains me to hear that a rebellion is in China, as we know that this does not just affect America and her allies, this affects the entire world. However, until I have more information, I cannot chose a side. <br/><br/>In other events, I would like to discuss the possibility of having a Russian, Chinese, and American military parade in Brasilia, after the 2016 Olympics. I would also like to request additional forces to defend the 2016 Olympics, as I'm afraid that my Military generals are declaring a training excercise in the Atlantic Ocean is more important. I thank you for any consideration, and I also thank you for coming to Brasil in your time of need.<br/><br/>Signed, <br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/b/bd/Signature_of_Dilma_Rousseff.svg/284px-Signature_of_Dilma_Rousseff.svg.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/>Dilma Rousseff,<br/>President of the Federative Republic of Brasil.</blockquote></div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""To Brasil""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.chinahush.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/09/271pxNational_Emblem_of_the_Peoples_Republic_of_China_svg.png""/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #FF0000"">THE PEOPLE'S REPUBLIC OF CHINA</span></span></span></div><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">TO:</span> Dilma Rousseff President of the Federative Republic of Brasil<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">FROM:</span> President Xi Jinping of The People's Republic of China</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">We understand that you will require more information in order to officially pick a side. We are also willing to take part in a join military parade however I can't be for sure as we may need more troops to fight the rebels. I would also be happy to send some additional forced to provide security for the 2016 Olympics. As it is an international event and security needs to be our number one priority. I can send around 2,000 armed special police officers to the event. If you require more please just ask.</blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""To The United States""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.chinahush.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/09/271pxNational_Emblem_of_the_Peoples_Republic_of_China_svg.png""/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #FF0000"">THE PEOPLE'S REPUBLIC OF CHINA</span></span></span></div><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">TO:</span> Barack Obama The President of The United States of America<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">FROM:</span> President Xi Jinping of The People's Republic of China</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">We understand that a very large earthquake has struck your country. We have reports that there is widespread damage and death in California. We would like to send you aid in order to assist you in your time of need. We can send supplies as well as workers. Please let us know what you need and we will get it to you as soon as we can.</blockquote></div></div></div>"
1356,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870,2014-11-22T05:35:00,New Jordslag,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">London</span><br/>Ed Miliband was giving out orders to reconstruction crews. Casualties were high, but if they could absorb WW2, they could absorb this. The Flood was bad, but the nation he felt really sorry for was America. For Britain, only the London Area was ruined. America had a ruined area 3x bigger and higher casualty rates. Reconstruction in Britain would take a Few Months at most. However, he was concerned about the rising rebellion...<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Belfast, North Ireland</span><br/>Two Police Officers patrolled down a Street, talking grimly about the London storm. Both had relatives who were Injured, and one of them had a relative killed by it. However, soon that would be the least of their worries. As they rounded the corner, an insane armed Gunman wearing the Insignia of the IRA ran up to them with a Knife. Two of his Buddies followed. They put those three down with minor injuries, but it was the beginning of 'Troubles' in North Ireland all over again. Simultaneously to that, Revolts broke out in Rural areas, and Terror attacks were daily in Belfast. Military forces were deployed. People would die.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Edinburgh, Scotland</span><br/>Meanwhile, Police Officers throughout Edinburgh were being attacked by Scottish men in Masks. They had thus far fended off the attacks with only a few injuries, but the masked attackers called themselves the SFA, or Scottish Freedom Army. They had great support in Western Scotland, and the Military only barely kept support up in Eastern Scotland. Navy ships were brought to the Scottish coast to bombard Rebel positions. With this and Belfast simultaneously happening, it truly was the beginning of Chaos in Britain.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Ireland""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>To: The Irish Government<br/>From: Ed Miliband, Honourable Prime Minister of the United Kingdom<br/>Encryption: Low<br/>Context: By the home you receive this, you will have heard that Britain is in general Discord. I would like to request help in rebuilding London and putting down Extremist revolts in Northern Ireland. The IRA attacks you too, so why not? Please send your reply quickly. Thank you!</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Egypt""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>To: The Egyptian Government<br/>From: Ed Miliband, Honourable Prime Minister of the United Kingdom<br/>Encryption: Low<br/>Context: I would like to request military aid for putting down revolts in Northern Ireland and Eastern Scotland. I know you are busy with an Islamist insurgency, but you are winning, and have plenty of spare soldiers besides. Please send your reply quickly. Thank you!</div></blockquote></div></div></div>"
1357,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870,2014-11-22T08:12:00,The Greater Gambia,"To The People's Republic of China<br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">To:</span>President Xi Jinping of The People's Republic of China<br/> <span style=""font-weight: bold"">From:</span>Boro Jobateh of The Gambian Liberation Party</blockquote><br/><br/>Encryption: High<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">We write to you today to ask for your support of our rebellion. We wish to bring an end to ""President"" Jammeh's reign. Me and my compatriots have grown tired of his lies. The man has repeatedly claimed to have a cure for AIDS and has told our people to stop taking their medication in response. He has lead ""Witch Hunts"" because he believes his Aunt was killed by ""magic"". This type of behavior will only bring the destruction of our nation. That is why we would request military aide from your great country. In return, once we have control of the country, we will renounce the Gambia's recognition of Taiwan. We will also create reforms that will create a more hospitable atmosphere for Chinese business's.Please respond with haste. Thank You</blockquote></div></div></div>"
1358,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870,2014-11-22T09:08:00,Mifan,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cairo</span><br/><br/>In the capital of Egypt, the damages from the terrorist attack was estimated to about 800 million. The President was severely wounded, along with 100 other people. He was taken to the best hospital in the city, and at the moment it is unclear whether, he will survive or not, and as a result, the government is almost non operational.<br/><br/>Riots have begun to spring up in the city, as well as other cites like, Alexandria, due to the attack. The military had to, once again, divert resources from fighting the Militants to trying to quell the riots in the cities. The local law enforcement was being overrun, by the large number of rioters, and the situation would get worst until the military was deployed.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Sinai</span><br/><br/>Because resources were being redeployed, the 414th Airborne Brigade, was order to return to Cairo to help put the riots down, leaving local law enforcement and security forces to defend the Sinai. The militants took advantage of the situation and mounted a large offensive, one that the security forces couldn't hold back. Large amounts of land on the Israel border was taken and the Security Forces were being pushed back further. The Egyptian Air Force was able to give limited air support as most of its resources were being used to stop the riots.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Libya</span><br/><br/>The airstrikes against the militants in Libya also began to decrease. While the military would continue to support the Libyan Government, there would be only limited support.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Prime Minister Ed Miliband<br/>From: Egyptian Government <br/>Encryption: Low<br/><br/>We are sorry to say that we cannot lend any military aid to help put down your revolts. Our President was just injured in a terrorist attack and our government is almost not functional. We are in no position to deal with foreign affairs, until our own domestic problems have been solved.</blockquote>"
1359,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870,2014-11-22T09:23:00,Of The Rnclave,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">LOS ANGLEAS- RED ZONE</span></span><br/><br/>People screamed.<br/><br/>Bodies everywhere.<br/><br/>Blood rolled in the streets.<br/><br/>Soldiers in MOPP 4 Gear rushed up and down the streets, moving people out of the city and to the train,that was to evacuate them from the city. All this time,there was a constant flow of men, soldiers going out leading the injured and uninsured populace, and the scientists, running down the streets towards the reactor. These men rushed in, putting the lives of possibly millions above their own as they moved towards the reactor. Geiger counters already reported above average radiation, but they could take that. Running up the stairs, the men entered the control room, immediately rushing to the panels and twisting things and moving levers, as well as typing on keyboards. All knew there was no hope for the city, but with some work they could leave the rest of California habitable.<br/><br/>Two hours, it took to hours of unbelievably stressful work to stop the meltdown, which men at the saved the state, but not the city. Million shad bee moved to cities in the North and East. Now all they had to do was decide what to do with them."
1360,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870,2014-11-22T10:43:00,Kargintina,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Mountains of Tibet</span><br/>The SASR finally landed, they saw the bags containing their weapons about 120 yards down the slope. Crunching through the snow, the soldiers checked their pistols to ensure they had them fully loaded incase Chinese soldiers got to them before they reached the bags.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Canberra, Australia</span><br/>Prime Minister Tony Abbott agreed to send relief to the United Kingdom, to aid their former owner. They didn't want the leader of the Commonwealth to collapse. He also planned to send men to help them quell the revolts in Ireland and Scotland.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: United Kingdom<br/>From: Commonwealth of Australia<br/>We wish to send aid for relief for the massive storm that hit London. We also have military forces we can send to Scotland and Northern Ireland to help you quell the revolts ensuing in your country.</blockquote>"
1361,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870,2014-11-22T12:13:00,Apeocia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Office of the States</span><br/>*Karolos and Antonis meet in the matter of Greece's world stance*<br/>""Antonis, how do you think we should we address world issues. As in wars, trade agreements, and other?"" Asks Karolos<br/>""I believe that we should not take a side when it comes to militaristic conflicts.""states Antonis<br/>""So you are saying that we declare neutrality?"" Questions Karolos<br/>""Yes, but on the lines of economic and civil issues, we will be open for the economic, but if some nation is abusing its citizens, then we will take the side of fairness."" Says Antonis<br/>""We'll in that case, hand me my laptop."" Says Karolos<br/>""Why precisely?"" Responds Antonis<br/>""I've got some emails to write."" Answers Karolos.<br/>*So Karolos begins typing an email to the nations of the Earth.*<br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div><span style=""font-weight: bold""> From: The Socialist Republic of Greece<br/>To: The Nations of the World<br/>Encryption: None</span><br/>We, the Greek nation, would like to declare neutrality in military situations. The reason for this early announcement of our neutrality is because we would like everyone to know that we will not be taking sides in any of the wars which are bound to happen. The only reason for any involvement in military action is if our populace is in any immediate danger. This is the reason for our military, so we can be prepared.<br/>From, President Karolos Papoulias</div></blockquote>"
1362,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=25,2014-11-22T13:27:00,Pimps Inc,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Mexico City,Mexico</span><br/><sub>""The New Mexican Miracle:From the Ashes of the Fire of Corruption""</sub><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 85%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Los Pinos</span>:Presidential Residence</span></div><br/><br/>Enrique was stressed.The crowds roared with disapproval at his presidency.The whole city resonated and slightly shook.The masses wanted justice.Justice for the government's injustice,and they had the right,too.Mexico has not seen stability since the administration of Salinas de Gortari nor had they seen so much instability since the foul play of de Gortari when he left office with millions of Pesos he had stolen from Mexico.The protests had yet to become violent and turn into full on riots but that difference was marked with a fine line.The only thing that managed to barely hold the angered youth back was the fact that the army was stationed in the city as well as other major cities throughout the country with the excuse "".....they are needed for the War on Drugs.""No one believed the government,but then again what country does?<br/><br/>It was now that Enrique sat in his office,hearing the screams for his head on a pike and pondering on his new ""Gortari Plan"".The small document of dozens of pages-the possible salvation of the Mexican people-was in his hands.He risked going public and being assassinated by his own people and become the JFK of Mexico-except everyone loved Kennedy but everyone hates him.Finally after hours of pondering in his private office,he exited.He announced a presidential address in 4 days and assured the Mexican people that relief was on the way.If he did not,he would let them hang him if they wanted.He simply needed time....<br/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Tijuana,Mexico</span><br/><sub>""The Deal""</sub></div><br/><br/>Agent Juarez of the<span style=""font-style: italic""> Policía Federal Ministerial</span>or PFM walked down the narrow street.Music played in the distant background yet lightly shook the ground.The city was distorted by all the disco lights and the screaming multitude.If you looked close enough,past the old shops and waiting lines for discos,you could see the true colors of Tijuana,this part of the city,specifically.Prostitutes trying to pass as only waiting females,drug suppliers making deals with passing bystanders and cars,people disappearing into the shadows and appearing again,their hands covered in blood.The smell of alcohol and grimy asphalt filled the nostrils of every resident.Yes,this was the (in)famous street of<span style=""font-style: italic"">La Revolucion.</span><br/><br/>What had once been a tourist trap was now a corrupt hole filled with the worst of Tijuana,all of them high on drugs and booze.It made Juarez a little sad.He had grown up here,before the crime hit and the tourism fell.Now,he was going to bing it back.He walked to an especially crowded disco and approached the guard at the entrance.<br/><br/>""The Devil comes to see.""Juarez murmured out of the corner of his mouth.<br/><br/>""Right this way,sir.He is already waiting.""<br/><br/>The guard motioned to a young female dressed in skimpy clothes and no more than 20 years of age.Most likely a prostitute.Juarez wasn't taking any chances.Before the guard could react,a group of backup PFM agents appeared and followed him.Their hands deep into their suit's pockets which contained high caliber pistols.The people parted at the sight of this dark ominous shapes,sending them into whispering frenzies about who they were.Juarez walked in and followed the presumed prostitute.When they reached the back of the establishment,she opened a door into a dark room.The only light originated from an old lamp in the back and the lit cigarettes of the shadows of the men Juarez came to meet.Representatives of the biggest cartels in Mexico.The<span style=""font-style: italic"">Zetas</span>,remains of<span style=""font-style: italic"">la Familia</span>and so on and so on.Juarez sat on a rickety chair reserved for him,his guards right behind him.<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Buenos dias.</span>I see you were expecting me.""<br/><br/>The men looked at each other before one finally responded.<br/>""What do you want,Juarez?Isn't the 10% we give you enough?""<br/><br/>Juarez smiled at the mock and the attitude of the man.<br/>""Let's just say i'm here to announce a change of plans.Mexico will soon be under new management,in a way.You have new instructions.""<br/><br/>The puzzled criminals murmured accusations of insanity and outrage.<br/><br/>""Calm down.Let me explain.The president has given his reasons.Now,you will continue your ""work"" but we will receive 40% of your profits.You will also lower crime and stop your damn mass massacres.If you need to kill a rogue or whatever then do it but leave the rest of the family out of it.You will also have a new mission.Instead of fucking Mexico from the inside,you will move your violence to the United States.There you will create unrest,there you may kill as you please.We don't care.""<br/><br/>They all began to chant and scream in outrage.<br/><br/>""Why the hell should we listen to you?Why do you need more?Why should we give more?What's stopping us from just killing you right here and right now?""<br/><br/>Juarez's guards unholstered their pistols and aimed them.The criminal's guards did the same to Juarez.<br/><br/>""Nothing.But if you do,we will balme you.Then we will cause a massacre in a few schools or orphanages and blame you, which will anger the people and make you hated by Mexico.That will boost our funding,which we don't need,and crack down every cartel in Mexico.Don't believe me?Don't fucking try us!Go ahead and shoot.""<br/><br/>The guards hesitated.A part of them didn't want to believe it but others knew how nuts Juarez was.<br/>""You goddamn traitorous corrupt lap dog!""<br/><br/>""Hey,hey,hey!""<br/>Juarez protested.<br/>""We are corrupt,you are corrupt.The only difference is the name and the fact that we don't care....."""
1363,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=25,2014-11-22T14:47:00,Dalos,"While the rest of the world has it's eyes on Tibet, the Islamic State is at the gates of Baghdad, and has already killed most of the soldiers defending the doomed city. ""Fall back!"" an Iraqi army commander shouted. ""There's too many of them! We have to retreat!""<br/>""Die kufr scum!"" was heard as a grenade exploded right where the commander was standing. ""We have to keep moving for Allah Azza wa jal!"" an Islamic State soldier yelled. And so, in just 3 days, the capital city of Iraq, Baghdad, was captured by the army of the Islamic State. They started imposing strict Shari'a law in the city, and many public executions were carried out. Finally, the black flag was raised over Baghdad, as shown here:<br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.abc.net.au/news/image/5794536-3x2-700x467.jpg""/>"
1364,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=25,2014-11-22T17:28:00,Australian Antarctica,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Tibet, Less than 1 Mile from the Indian Border</span></span><br/>The Forward scouts began setting up the new HQ near India. The theory was, any major Chinese movements or attacks could be seen as an act of aggression against India and would put China in a bad spot. After the scouts set up their beacon, the rest of the HQ began moving. It only took 14 hours to move the 20 some miles. The base was one of the heaviest defended and one of the most concentrated in the world. Over 70,000 soldiers within a half mile radius. The attacks on Chinese convoys had intensified and now that more and more soldiers had been recruited into Blue Swan, they were getting ready for the final liberation of Tibet..."
1365,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=25,2014-11-22T18:44:00,Inis Saor,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://static.rasset.ie/static/news/img/img_rte_contact.jpg""/></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin-left:75px; margin-right:75px; margin-bottom:5px; margin-top:5px"">""<span style=""font-weight: bold"">G</span>ood evening, and welcome to the six-one news. I am Brian Dobson,<br/><br/>""And I am Sharon Ní Bheoláin. Our top story tonight; <br/><br/>Taoiseach Enda Kenny's recent death is still being officially labelled as a suicide however Gardaí sources are reporting that Investigators are treating the case as suspicious. Deputy Minister Burton was the last person believed to have spoken with the Taoiseach, only hours before the time of death. She says the Taoiseach was in a emotional state when she left his office.<br/><br/>Sinn Fein leader Gerry Adams gave a statement earlier today expressing his condolences to the Kenny family and the state. Enda Kenny's suicide is sure to rock the public's confidence in Fine Gael to the core. Unless the party can manage to front a new leader in the next ten days, the general elections set for April this year may be pushed forward.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Dublin, Ireland</span><br/><br/>Minister Simon Coveney was not a well known face in the political field. To those who kept informed of course, but the general public generally kept their attention elsewhere than his Department, Defence. With the death of the Taoiseach, his duties had been divided up amongst the council set in his place. Coveney was a member of said council, and as such, had to correspond to some of the Taoiseach's messages. He sat in the the huge brown padded leather chair behind his desk, reading the message from the British PM, Ed Miliband. He set the small draft of paper aside and took up his own, clasping his black fountain pen in one hand.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">For the attention of Prime Minister Ed Miliband,<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">As you may have heard, the recent death of our own Prime Minister has left our Government in some state of shock. Nevertheless we must remain true to our duties and carry on, no matter what. I can promise you that the Irish Government will do everything it can to bring a stop to the terrorists that brand themselves as the IRA.<br/><br/>To help with the disaster relief in London, a fund has been raised by the Dáil of fifteen-million euros. We realize it is but a fraction of the damage done, but with such strong links between our nations it would be wrong for us to leave you on your knees alone. The Irish Red Cross will be sending teams to the affected areas, and aid packages are being assembled as I write this very letter. I am sure history will repeat itself as it has done before, and we will see my countrymen flock by the boatloads to Britain to help with the reconstruction. More relief money will follow with time also. Should anything else be required in the mean time know that Ireland shall always be here to help.<br/><br/>As regards with the situation Northern Ireland, I believe that the British home forces may be strained at the moment with three situations on hand. The Defence Forces are on hand along the border areas, should the situation escalate remember that one word and they can come to your relief. Though it saddens me to say, many of the scum which fight in the ranks of the IRA were once members of the Irish Defense Forces. We have trained these men, we know their mentality, their backgrounds and their skills. Most importantly,</span> we know how to fight them.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Yours sincerely, <br/>Minister Simon Coveney,<br/>Department of Defence</span></blockquote>"
1366,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=25,2014-11-22T19:08:00,Kargintina,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Tibet</span><br/>The SASR moved towards the Blue Swan's base. They had been traveling for two days before they finally reached the Tibetan base. When they got near, they put a special beacon showing they where Blufor forces and showed they where friendly. They moved through the snow into the entrance, where all 21 of them removed their masks and turned to face the Blue Swans. ""We need to speak to the leader of the Blue Swans"" said the Captain of the squad.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">United Kingdom</span><br/>Australian workers began helping to clear rubble and debris, and looked franctically for survivors. They brought food, water, and building materials to aid the civilians. They planned to help Britain for the next seven months."
1367,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=25,2014-11-22T19:13:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kargintina <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22531098#p22531098"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Tibet</span><br/>The SASR moved towards the Blue Swan's base. They had been traveling for two days before they finally reached the Tibetan base. When they got near, they put a special beacon showing they where Blufor forces and showed they where friendly. They moved through the snow into the entrance, where all 21 of them removed their masks and turned to face the Blue Swans. ""We need to speak to the leader of the Blue Swans"" said the Captain of the squad.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">United Kingdom</span><br/>Australian workers began helping to clear rubble and debris, and looked franctically for survivors. They brought food, water, and building materials to aid the civilians. They planned to help Britain for the next seven months.</div></blockquote><br/>""How may I help you?"" William Aniston said to the Australian men. He was dressed in a mix of uniforms and civilian clothes. A yankee cap covered his head, he wore a winter MARPAT jacket and Tiger Stripe pants. His face was painted with a camo pattern and in his hands he held a Model 82A1 sniper rifle fitted with a thermal scope."
1368,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=25,2014-11-22T19:26:00,New Jordslag,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Tibet</span><br/>It was a Mechanic who stumbled upon the base first. He called on the other British SAS to come over. For days, they had hidden from the Chinese, surviving on what Nature provided. Plus their rations, of course. No true Brit can go without his Tea Ration. They hid beyond the ridges, making sure this was the right one. Eventually they saw 21 other Non-Tibetans by the Entrance. Armed with Guns. Talking to Tibetan guards. Pistols at the ready, they wandered over there. ""State your name and Unit, Soldier."" The SAS Mountain Captain said, Pistol pointed at the man talking to the Tibetan guard. ""My men and I have not wandered this far to let this HQ be breached by Chinese spies.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Northern Ireland</span><br/>In the Counties of Fermanagh and Tyrone, total Revolts had broken out, and most of Tyrone was under IRA control. Northern Northern Ireland had for the most part returned to normal, other than the occasional Terror attack, but Middle Northern Ireland was in hourly constant fear of Revolts or Bombings, and Southern Northern Ireland might as well be a pit in Hell, seeing as it is right on the Front Lines.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Ireland""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>To: The Irish Government<br/>From: Ed Miliband, Honourable Prime Minister of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland<br/>Encryption: Very low<br/>Context: Aid has already arrived from our Commonwealth members in London. We will be back up in a few months. If you still wish to send aid, then send it. Anyway, we need immediate military support in Northern Ireland. Please send it. Soon I will have to cut off Communications with you, to prevent the IRA from receiving it.</div></blockquote></div></div></div>"
1369,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=25,2014-11-22T19:38:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Jordslag <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22531326#p22531326"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Tibet</span><br/>It was a Mechanic who stumbled upon the base first. He called on the other British SAS to come over. For days, they had hidden from the Chinese, surviving on what Nature provided. Plus their rations, of course. No true Brit can go without his Tea Ration. They hid beyond the ridges, making sure this was the right one. Eventually they saw 21 other Non-Tibetans by the Entrance. Armed with Guns. Talking to Tibetan guards. Pistols at the ready, they wandered over there. ""State your name and Unit, Soldier."" The SAS Mountain Captain said, Pistol pointed at the man talking to the Tibetan guard. ""My men and I have not wandered this far to let this HQ be breached by Chinese spies.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Northern Ireland</span><br/>In the Counties of Fermanagh and Tyrone, total Revolts had broken out, and most of Tyrone was under IRA control. Northern Northern Ireland had for the most part returned to normal, other than the occasional Terror attack, but Middle Northern Ireland was in hourly constant fear of Revolts or Bombings, and Southern Northern Ireland might as well be a pit in Hell, seeing as it is right on the Front Lines.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Ireland""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>To: The Irish Government<br/>From: Ed Miliband, Honourable Prime Minister of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland<br/>Encryption: Very low<br/>Context: Aid has already arrived from our Commonwealth members in London. We will be back up in a few months. If you still wish to send aid, then send it. Anyway, we need immediate military support in Northern Ireland. Please send it. Soon I will have to cut off Communications with you, to prevent the IRA from receiving it.</div></blockquote></div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/>""Ahhh. SAS, meet your Ausie cousins, the SASR"""
1370,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=25,2014-11-22T19:44:00,Kargintina,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Tibetan HQ</span><br/>The SASR where alarmed by the SAS' rash words. But calmed by the Tibetan leader's knowing of the Australians. ""We are on a mission to liberate the Blue Swans and Tibet from the People's Republic of China. We are sorry for not letting the United Kingdom know beforehand, but we wanted to be sure you wouldn't tell the Chinese. Now we see it clearly is safe."""
1371,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=25,2014-11-22T19:52:00,Inis Saor,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Monaghan Border, Ireland</span><br/><br/><div style=""margin-left:75px; margin-right:75px; margin-bottom:5px; margin-top:5px""><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Alright, First Platoon, form up!""</span> Sgt. Mullan bellowed. The troops came scrmabling from all over the tiny camp, lining up in position behind the three MOWAG APCs. The Irish Army was a small force, and in all truth a little underarmed, but they had professionalism.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""We've just gotten work from command. Operation Orchard has been green-lighted. We move now! You hear me, now!""</span> He turned from his men to stomp his way over to the command tent. Operation Orchard was a rapidly planned operation, which made Mullan uncomfortable, but he had confidence that his men could carry it out.<br/><br/>Several small RC planes were used to gather footage of the main towns along the border. Armagh was the central stronghold for the IRA forces in the southeast of the country. Orchard was the mission to bring that stronghold down. Minimal damage was to be caused to the public property, and every round was to be accounted for. Only two platoons were to be used in the mission, but they would have support from elements of British forces and Irish air units.<br/><br/>First Platoon was to move from their border station in Monaghan into the town of Armagh. Their offroad capabilities would allow then to dodge the roadblocks and enter the field through the surrounding fields. 24 men were in First Platoon, travelling in three APCs. One was to be mounted with a .50 heavy machine gun, the other a 40mm automatic grenade launcher and the third with a 30mm auto-cannon.<br/><br/>Second Platoon would be moving up from Dundalk. They would have to cut through Newry, where they would double up with 2nd Battalion, and from there carry on to reach Armagh. The farther distance would give them a ten to twelve minute delay, so their arrival would throw the rebel forces off. They matched the first platoon for numbers and arms, but with the firepower of 2nd Battalion outweighed the combined Irish forces for the mission.<br/><br/>Marching back to his vehicle, Mullan buckled on his helmet and lifted his Steyr AUG to his side. Forty-eight men, against as many as two-hundred. They had discipline however, they had professionalism. Perhaps more importantly they had air support.</div>"
1372,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=25,2014-11-22T19:53:00,Australian Antarctica,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Tibetan HQ</span></span><br/>""Alright, helicopter mechanics follow these men to the helicopters. The rest of you come with me"" William Aniston said, motioning to a squad of aviators waiting by the gates."
1373,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=25,2014-11-22T20:28:00,Kisinger,"<img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/9/97/Flag_of_Novorussia.svg/500px-Flag_of_Novorussia.svg.png""/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Donetsk, Federal State of Novorossiya</span></span></span><br/>President Valery Kaurov sat behind his desk in Donetsk remembering what had transpired over the last two years of the Ukrainian Civil War. Ukrainian forces had been pushed away from Donetsk, whether it was due to brave men or just plain luck it had yet to be determined, nonetheless they were winning. In late 2014 they had been pushed back to Donetsk, but with popular support and Russian support, by support the Russians meant weapons, arriving they were able to push them back from the Donbass Region into surrounding areas. They had the will and support of the people in the areas were troops were stationed but if they pushed into Western Ukraine they would lose. Instead of that they would acquire Eastern and Southern Ukraine and then sue for peace. If Russia intervened then the war was won, but they wouldn't offer direct support. No they would send supplies and men to train his army, but no real support other than this shady back water they called support. Men would volunteer there lives, but Putin won't even send 1,000 men to help the revolting. He then thought ""Well we will make do as we always have."" He sighed and went back to writing his letter to various governments of the world.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""To the Republic of Serbia""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/en/e/e0/Emblem_of_New_Russia.png""/><br/>Dear Tomislav Nikolic,<br/> I Valery Kaurov of the Federal Sate of Novorossiya, ask for you to recognize my country as a official state, seeing that we now have the Ukrainians on the run, and the support of the people. We believe that if relations could get founded that we might benefit each other in the long run. As such if you do recognize us we wish to have a trade agreement and all tariffs on Serbian imports will be dropped. With you we wish to change the Slavic world for the better.<br/><br/>Yours Truly,<br/>Valery Kaurov</div></div></div>"
1374,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=25,2014-11-22T21:01:00,Qubec,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Beijing, China</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Zhongnanhai</span><br/><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://news.xinhuanet.com/english/china/2013-07/02/124940093_21n.jpg""/></div><br/><br/>President Xi Jinping sat in his office doing some paperwork and typing on his computer when his secretary came into the room. ""将军在这里为有关叛乱会议"" she said. The president stood and responded ""谢谢"". The secretary left the room and went back to work. Xi Jinping walked into the room next to his office. The room was simple. There were a set of windows on one wall overlooking a garden. In the center of the room there was a long table with phones, laptops, and papers sitting everywhere. At the front there was a large tv hanging on the wall. As the president walked in the generals sitting at the table stood. Once Xi Jinping took his seat at the head of the table everyone sat back down. Xi Jinping looked at his generals and said ""好吧，先生们，其中在这里谈论的叛乱。我们还有什么新的信息"". His top general stood up and turned on the T.V. he was showing pictures of wooded areas in Tibet. Some of them were of what looked like a large camp. ""跟团叛乱的战斗后，早前我有一批侦察和搜索领域，看看我们是否能找到任何东西。这是他们发现的。我们认为这是叛乱的基地。似乎有大量的人在这里，我们甚至看到了什么样子直升机的翅膀，但我们仍然不确定"" the general said. The president replied ""什么样的行动，你认为我们应该采取"". The general answered ""我们需要派兵和他们中的很多。这可能是，我们可以把它们从或至少其中大部分的唯一时间。有很多这样的人，我们需要把所有我们能做到。甚至飞机，因为它们可以具有军用飞机的一些时间。"". ""那么这就是我们将做些什么。我希望你能负责这一点，并派遣部队，只要你能。请记住，我们必须采取尽可能多的，我们可以活着。试图把他们都在和平，如果他们拒绝您有权使用武力"" the president said."
1375,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=25,2014-11-22T21:31:00,Inis Saor,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.hablamosdeeuropa.es/PublishingImages/PAISES%20MIEMBROS/IRLANDA/Escudo%20Irlanda.jpg""/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">For the attention of President Valery Kuarov,<br/>From the Desk of the President of Ireland</span></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin-left:75px; margin-right:75px; margin-bottom:5px; margin-top:5px"">President Kuarov,<br/><br/>Firstly, the people of Ireland would like to congratulate you on the glorious victoy achieved in winning your independence. With the Ukrainian forces retreating and popular support of the local people, it is clear to see that Novorossiya has a strong foundation to becoming a legitimate and sovereign state. We would like to be among the first to extend our hand of friendship out and announce that you have our support.<br/><br/>A few slight issues remain with the situation however. The Republic cannot pledge public support for the Federal State until we have an assurance that the government does have the real support of the people, by way of a vote. Should the vote come positive, as we are sure it will, you will have our recognition as a sovereign state.<br/><br/>We hope to extend this token of friendship, and invite you to come to Dublin, where can discuss the future relations between our two nations.<br/><br/>Signed,<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">President Michael D. Higgins</span></div></blockquote>"
1376,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=25,2014-11-22T21:52:00,Pimps Inc,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Mexico City,Mexico</span><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">The Gortari Plan</span><br/>Transcript from the Presidential Address to the Nation<br/>Translated to English.</div><br/>11:15 AM<br/><br/>[APPLAUSE]<br/><br/>Hello.Thank you for your appreciation.Thank you,Mr.Valenzuela for introducing me.To start off my address,I am asking for forgiveness and I offer an apology to the Mexican people and to the country of Mexico.I have not fulfilled my role and have not lived up to my responsibility as president.It is unacceptable.<br/><br/>I know your wishes because I hear your pleas.You desire peace,stability,a fair rule,and being able to proudly call yourself a Mexican.Not with shame but with pride.I know that you haven't had any of these things since the administration of Salinas de Gortari or as much instability since his exile.Now,it is time for Mexico to rise again but this time,it will not fall back to corruption.<br/><br/>Now,to the reason of this address to you.Over the past few weeks,I have worked on a new plan to remake Mexico and return it to it's former glory.Before the Texas and California land was taken and Central America was snatched from us.First,a five year plan.<br/><br/>We will increase the budget for the Mexican armed forces as well as the PFM.We will ask for support from foreign countries,especially the United States and the EU,in order to end organized crime in Mexico.Drug trafficking will be fought against with everything we have.The PFM will also conduct an investigation in the government for corruption and those found guilty will be dealt with.<br/><br/>The budget will also increase on foreign investment,primarily the European Union,in order to expand our economy.We will also removed most of the subsidies and industrial loans in order to free us,economically speaking.<br/><br/>Heavy industry will also grow with almost one million jobs created by the end of 2016.We will begin to export more items for oil processing,machinery,etc.Crops will also be sold at a lower price internationally in order to increase profit.<br/><br/>Deals with companies in the business of construction will struck.More roads will be created and those already in place will be renovated.All over the country.Dozens of schools,universities,and emergency service facilities will also be constructed.This should generate enough jobs to lower unemployment rate by almost 1%.<br/><br/>I am sure that with your support,Mexico can accomplish the impossible.Thank you for your time."
1377,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=25,2014-11-22T22:00:00,Pimps Inc,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><hr/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/9/90/Seal_of_the_Government_of_Mexico.svg/482px-Seal_of_the_Government_of_Mexico.svg.png""/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Seal of the Government of Mexico</span></div><br/><hr/><br/><div align=""center"">To:Russia<br/>From:United Mexican States<br/>Encryption:<span style=""color: #FF0000"">TOP PRIORITY</span></div><br/><hr/><br/><br/><sub>Greetings,leaders of Russia.I ask for your forgiveness for interrupting your business.I know that you are probably busy running your great country and I respect that.Now you might be wondering why this message has been encrypted in the highest level we have.That is because this is a request for an alliance with you.Both our nations can achieve great things.We have a great working force and budget as well as the support of the people.We would like to buy the flowing as well.<br/><br/>[*]x6 Steregushchy-class corvette<br/>[*]x30 Mil Mi-26<br/>[*]x30 Mi-24PN<br/>And as many MANPADSs and FERBAs as you can spare.<br/><br/><br/>We would also like to ask for any spare/old military equipment you have in exchange for oil,crops,or anything you may ask for.<br/><br/>Hopefully,we may meet in person soon.</sub><br/><br/>Sincerely,<br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/d/dd/EPN_Firma.png/119px-EPN_Firma.png""/><br/>Enrique Pena Nieto,President of Mexico</blockquote>"
1378,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=25,2014-11-22T22:09:00,Fascist Republic Of Bermuda,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Democratic People's Republic of Korea</span></span></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/3/3c/Emblem_of_North_Korea.svg/400px-Emblem_of_North_Korea.svg.png""/><br/><span style=""font-size: 125%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Chapter 1: Rise of the North</span></span></div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Pyongyang, North Korea</span><br/><br/>Kim Jong-Un and 7 North Korean Military Leaders stood around the aging table, the chipped wooden surface covered by a map dating from the 1970s. The Ch'asu next to the Supreme Leader glanced at the Sangjang a few seats away, who stood up and cleared his throat. ""Supreme Leader, the Meltdown in the Western U.S. will distract the Imperialist's efforts in the South, which should allow us to reclaim our rightful territory.""<br/><br/>The Ch'asu stood up, slightly flustered, and cried out, ""No, we can't! The Western Imperialists have superior numbers, and the Chinese are too distracted in Tibet to care about us!""<br/><br/>Kim Jong-Un spoke then, his voice tainted with anger, ""Both of you, sit down,<span style=""font-style: italic"">NOW</span>. Your concerns and plans are all good, so we must first affirm China's support in our reunification.""<br/><br/>Now a Taejang interrupted, ""Yes, but if we have the Russian's support as well as our comrades in China, we would be able to expel the Imperialists from Korea with ten times more efficiency.""<br/><br/>Jong-Un again: ""Thank you, Taejang. All of you come up with a plan. I'm late for a meeting with the Ministry of National Resource Development. Good luck.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Sohae Satellite Launching Station, North Pyongan Province, North Korea</span><br/><br/>The Taepodong-2 sat on the launch pad, the rocket reaching up past the launch tower. The pad had been cleared a few hours ago, the launch prepared, the countdown set. Now, it was ready to be tested. The Taepodong-2 had been modified a little to compensate for the errors that had caused the Taepodong-2 to fail in it's initial test in 2006. The countdown began as the scientists started sweating. One gulped. The numbers on the computer started counting down.<br/>""5"" A man on the intercom said, his dialogue excited and quick.<br/>""4""<br/>""3""<br/>""2""<br/>""1""<br/>Ignition. The Taepodong-2's first stage engines lit up, the clamps were released, and the rocket began slowly lumbering up and away, heading southeast. As the rocket disappeared into the sky, the scientists relaxed and started cheering. The second test of the Taepodong-2 had been a resounding success. The rocket would come down in the Pacific Ocean roughly 400 miles northwest of the Midway Islands. The news was released 20 hours after the TD-2 had ended it's flight.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Russia""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><div align=""center""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Official Communique Of The Korean Government</span></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/3/3c/Emblem_of_North_Korea.svg/300px-Emblem_of_North_Korea.svg.png""/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">To:</span> <span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The President of the Russian Federation</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Encryption:</span> <br/><span style=""color: #FF0000"">HIGH</span><br/>Salutations, Comrade President Putin-<br/><br/>As you know, the Imperialists in the West have occupied the South for decades, and are blocking your attempts to reclaim rightful Russian land. A deal would be mutually beneficial- if you supply us with 25 T-72s and permits to build them, we will support your reclamation attempts in Eastern Europe. Thank you for your time, and we eagerly await your reply.<br/><br/>-Kim Jong-Un<br/>Supreme Leader of the DPRK<br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/6/64/KimJongUnSign.png""/></blockquote></div></div></div></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""China""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><div align=""center""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Official Communique Of The Korean Government</span></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/3/3c/Emblem_of_North_Korea.svg/300px-Emblem_of_North_Korea.svg.png""/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">To:</span> <span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The President of People's Republic of China</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Encryption:</span> <br/><span style=""color: #FF0000"">HIGH</span><br/>Salutations, Comrade President Jinping-<br/><br/>As you know, the Western Imperialists have occupied the South of our great nation for many decades. They refuse to cooperate or remove their troops. It is also a well-known fact that we have been trusted allies for over 60 years. However, recently, your relations with the Imperialists have improved since the <a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Korean_War"" rel=""nofollow"">Fatherland Liberation War</a>. The Government needs your reassurance that, should war break out due to the West's warmongering ways, you will stand with us in our time of need. Thank you for your time, and we eagerly await your reply.<br/><br/>-Kim Jong-Un<br/>Supreme Leader of the DPRK<br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/6/64/KimJongUnSign.png""/></blockquote></div></div></div></div>"
1379,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=25,2014-11-22T22:13:00,Dalos,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Raqqa, the Islamic State</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">GOVERNMENTS OF THE WORLD</span></span><br/><br/>I am Caliph Ibrahim, Amir al-Mu'minin. Some of you know me as Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi. I want to make a request of you. Due to some, how should I put it,<span style=""font-style: italic"">unkindly</span>acts that my soldiers have carried out, all nations of the world refuse to recognise the Caliphate as a sovereign state. I ask of all governments of the world, except a few, to officially recognise the Khalifa.<br/>Here are the lists of nations who we recognise as enemies of our nation:<br/><br/>The United States of America<br/>Canada<br/>The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Island<br/>Australia<br/>The Russian Federation<br/>Syria<br/>Iraq<br/>Lebanon<br/><br/>Thank you,<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Caliph Ibrahim</span>"
1380,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=25,2014-11-22T22:57:00,Roski,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">EMERGENCY SPEECH FROM THE PRESIDENT OF THE FEDERAL REPUBLIC OF BRAZIL</span></span><br/><br/>-The following message has been translated to English for your convience-<br/><br/><div style=""margin-left:75px; margin-right:75px; margin-bottom:5px; margin-top:5px"">People of the world, it is with a Heavy heart that I bring this news. <br/><br/>On 14:11 Brasilia Time Code, The City of Los Angeles within the United States of America was hit with an 8.6 Earthquake. The Resulting Damage has caused millions of deaths, and billions in damages. Our prayers go to the American people, and we hope that the American people will keep their unbreakable resolve, and get out of this Crisis. As an ally of the United States, I feel it is my obligation to send some form of help to the American people. Therefore, I am offering to send many young Brasilians to work with the American people to rebuild the once beautiful city, and to get the Americans out of this troubling times.<br/><br/>At the same time, a major storm struck London, causing billions in Damage and millions of casualties. Even worse, this seems to have sparked several independence groups, causing insult to injury for the British Armed Forces. May our prayers help the British and Americans out of these dark times. Once again, I offer the same thing for Britian, to send people to help aid in recovery and rebuilding.<br/><br/>In Egypt, more terrorist groups rise, causing even more attention to turn to these poor Islamic nations in dire need of assistance, with the Islamic State in the Levanent ravaging Iraq and Syria, and this new terrorist group who has appeared in Egypt. Our prayers go to the Egyptian people.<br/><br/>And in final news, and this comes at an even heavier response, sources around the world are claiming a successful launch of a long range missile from the Democratic People's Republic of Korea. This brings many fears to the table, even to the Brazilian people. With a heavy heart, I call all reserves to report to the nearest military base by Thursday, and an emergency meeting with the leaders of NATO Nations, as well as the Federation of Russia, and the People's Republic of China. These are dire times in the world, and I fear this may not even be the worse.<br/><br/>For our country, for god, I am Dilma Rousseff, and I thank you for listening to this emergency broadcast.</div>"
1381,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=25,2014-11-23T00:18:00,Dalos,"<blockquote><div><cite>Roski <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22533498#p22533498"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">EMERGENCY SPEECH FROM THE PRESIDENT OF THE FEDERAL REPUBLIC OF BRAZIL</span></span><br/><br/>-The following message has been translated to English for your convience-<br/><br/><div style=""margin-left:75px; margin-right:75px; margin-bottom:5px; margin-top:5px"">People of the world, it is with a Heavy heart that I bring this news. <br/><br/>On 14:11 Brasilia Time Code, The City of Los Angeles within the United States of America was hit with an 8.6 Earthquake. The Resulting Damage has caused millions of deaths, and billions in damages. Our prayers go to the American people, and we hope that the American people will keep their unbreakable resolve, and get out of this Crisis. As an ally of the United States, I feel it is my obligation to send some form of help to the American people. Therefore, I am offering to send many young Brasilians to work with the American people to rebuild the once beautiful city, and to get the Americans out of this troubling times.<br/><br/>At the same time, a major storm struck London, causing billions in Damage and millions of casualties. Even worse, this seems to have sparked several independence groups, causing insult to injury for the British Armed Forces. May our prayers help the British and Americans out of these dark times. Once again, I offer the same thing for Britian, to send people to help aid in recovery and rebuilding.<br/><br/>In Egypt, more terrorist groups rise, causing even more attention to turn to these poor Islamic nations in dire need of assistance, with the Islamic State in the Levanent ravaging Iraq and Syria, and this new terrorist group who has appeared in Egypt. Our prayers go to the Egyptian people.<br/><br/>And in final news, and this comes at an even heavier response, sources around the world are claiming a successful launch of a long range missile from the Democratic People's Republic of Korea. This brings many fears to the table, even to the Brazilian people. With a heavy heart, I call all reserves to report to the nearest military base by Thursday, and an emergency meeting with the leaders of NATO Nations, as well as the Federation of Russia, and the People's Republic of China. These are dire times in the world, and I fear this may not even be the worse.<br/><br/>For our country, for god, I am Dilma Rousseff, and I thank you for listening to this emergency broadcast.</div></div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC: There's a new terrorist group in Egypt? I haven't seen the app..."
1382,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=25,2014-11-23T00:26:00,Qubec,"<blockquote><div><cite>Fascist Republic Of Bermuda <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22533101#p22533101"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Democratic People's Republic of Korea</span></span></span><br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/3/3c/Emblem_of_North_Korea.svg/400px-Emblem_of_North_Korea.svg.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/><span style=""font-size: 125%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Chapter 1: Rise of the North</span></span></div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Pyongyang, North Korea</span><br/><br/>Kim Jong-Un and 7 North Korean Military Leaders stood around the aging table, the chipped wooden surface covered by a map dating from the 1970s. The Ch'asu next to the Supreme Leader glanced at the Sangjang a few seats away, who stood up and cleared his throat. ""Supreme Leader, the Meltdown in the Western U.S. will distract the Imperialist's efforts in the South, which should allow us to reclaim our rightful territory.""<br/><br/>The Ch'asu stood up, slightly flustered, and cried out, ""No, we can't! The Western Imperialists have superior numbers, and the Chinese are too distracted in Tibet to care about us!""<br/><br/>Kim Jong-Un spoke then, his voice tainted with anger, ""Both of you, sit down, <span style=""font-style: italic"">NOW</span>. Your concerns and plans are all good, so we must first affirm China's support in our reunification.""<br/><br/>Now a Taejang interrupted, ""Yes, but if we have the Russian's support as well as our comrades in China, we would be able to expel the Imperialists from Korea with ten times more efficiency.""<br/><br/>Jong-Un again: ""Thank you, Taejang. All of you come up with a plan. I'm late for a meeting with the Ministry of National Resource Development. Good luck.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Sohae Satellite Launching Station, North Pyongan Province, North Korea</span><br/><br/>The Taepodong-2 sat on the launch pad, the rocket reaching up past the launch tower. The pad had been cleared a few hours ago, the launch prepared, the countdown set. Now, it was ready to be tested. The Taepodong-2 had been modified a little to compensate for the errors that had caused the Taepodong-2 to fail in it's initial test in 2006. The countdown began as the scientists started sweating. One gulped. The numbers on the computer started counting down.<br/>""5"" A man on the intercom said, his dialogue excited and quick.<br/>""4""<br/>""3""<br/>""2""<br/>""1""<br/>Ignition. The Taepodong-2's first stage engines lit up, the clamps were released, and the rocket began slowly lumbering up and away, heading southeast. As the rocket disappeared into the sky, the scientists relaxed and started cheering. The second test of the Taepodong-2 had been a resounding success. The rocket would come down in the Pacific Ocean roughly 400 miles northwest of the Midway Islands. The news was released 20 hours after the TD-2 had ended it's flight.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Russia""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><div align=""center""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Official Communique Of The Korean Government</span></span><br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/3/3c/Emblem_of_North_Korea.svg/300px-Emblem_of_North_Korea.svg.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">To:</span> <span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The President of the Russian Federation</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Encryption:</span> <br/><span style=""color: #FF0000"">HIGH</span><br/>Salutations, Comrade President Putin-<br/><br/>As you know, the Imperialists in the West have occupied the South for decades, and are blocking your attempts to reclaim rightful Russian land. A deal would be mutually beneficial- if you supply us with 25 T-72s and permits to build them, we will support your reclamation attempts in Eastern Europe. Thank you for your time, and we eagerly await your reply.<br/><br/>-Kim Jong-Un<br/>Supreme Leader of the DPRK<br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/6/64/KimJongUnSign.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</blockquote></div></div></div></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""China""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><div align=""center""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Official Communique Of The Korean Government</span></span><br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/3/3c/Emblem_of_North_Korea.svg/300px-Emblem_of_North_Korea.svg.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">To:</span> <span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The President of People's Republic of China</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Encryption:</span> <br/><span style=""color: #FF0000"">HIGH</span><br/>Salutations, Comrade President Jinping-<br/><br/>As you know, the Western Imperialists have occupied the South of our great nation for many decades. They refuse to cooperate or remove their troops. It is also a well-known fact that we have been trusted allies for over 60 years. However, recently, your relations with the Imperialists have improved since the <a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Korean_War"" rel=""nofollow"">Fatherland Liberation War</a>. The Government needs your reassurance that, should war break out due to the West's warmongering ways, you will stand with us in our time of need. Thank you for your time, and we eagerly await your reply.<br/><br/>-Kim Jong-Un<br/>Supreme Leader of the DPRK<br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/6/64/KimJongUnSign.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</blockquote></div></div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""To North Korea""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://44days.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/chinese-government-national-emblem-seal-276x300.png""/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #FF0000"">THE PEOPLE'S REPUBLIC OF CHINA</span></span></span></div><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">TO:</span> Kim Jong-Un<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">FROM:</span>President Xi Jinping<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Encryption:</span> <span style=""color: #FF0000"">HIGH</span></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">We have gotten your request for official support against the south and other nations. At this time the PRC does not want war with any nation including the western and european nations. As I am sure you know we are currently dealing with a small rebellion in our nation and we can not worry about protecting your nation at this time. If war does break out we can not support you at this time so we suggest that you refrain from doing anything that could start one.</blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Tibet, China</span><br/><br/>It was cold and rainy. The rain was beating hard on the planes windshield. The paratroopers sat in the back waiting for the go ahead to jump. The sound of other planes could be heard following closely behind. No one said a word. They all just sat knowing that some of them would die that night. The silence was cut of by a loud exploson from the first bomber reaching the rebel base and dropping its load. That was the sign. The group ran jumping out of the plane and shooting at the rebels below. All around the, bombs dropped and more and more troops were falling from the sky. Fighter jets flew close to the ground shooting at large groups and rebels and buildings. The soldiers boots hit the ground with a loud thud. It was complete disorder. People were running and shooting everywhere. Bombs were exploding and soldiers with RPGs were shooting at cars, buildings and other things. But they knew that they had a job to do. They could not leave this base. There job as to capture the base and the rebel leader and to end this pointless rebellion."
1383,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=25,2014-11-23T00:53:00,Dalos,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Raqqa, the Islamic State</span><br/><br/>The Islamic State has created a national military and split it into divisions according to the area of operations. These divisions are listed here:<br/><br/>The Army of the Khalifa in the Holy Land (middle east)<br/>The Army of the Khalifa in Northern Africa<br/>The Army of the Khalifa in Central and Southern Africa<br/>The Army of the Khalifa in Europe and the British Isles<br/>The Army of the Khalifa in Northern Asia<br/>The Army of the Khalifa in Central Asia<br/>The Army of the Khalifa in Southern Asia<br/>The Army of the Khalifa in Northern America<br/>The Army of the Khalifa in Southern America<br/>The Army of the Khalifa in Central America<br/>The Army of the Khalifa in Australia, New Zealand and the Pacific Islands"
1384,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=25,2014-11-23T02:12:00,Krajstali,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Outskirts of Aleppo</span><br/>As most Pro-Assadists on the internet along with other military analysts had predicted or feared, the FSA became the least of the Assad Regime's concern as despite the heavy funding of various syrian rebels, the fact that the FSA were allies to Jihadists had ruined their reputation as ""Freedom Fighters"" and ""Activists"". The Syrian Arab Army begins a surge of victory against the FSA sweeping them alongside with ease surprising the western world and other supporters of the ""Moderate"" Syrian rebels, but on the horizon rises a rapidly spreading threat that could result in the total destabilization of the Middle East, the Islamic State.<br/><br/>Bashar did not really feel alone in his fight against the IS as for he had Hezbollah and Iran supporting him and Russia constantly supplying him. But he would need help now and then but not in the form of the West as he had believed that since it was indeed the US that had Armed and Trained the FSA it would have links that the Islamic State would receive the same treatment from them as nearly a lot of the IS Fighters are formerly from the FSA and Libya's National Transitional Council, all who have links with the USA leading for Bashar to be cautious when it comes to the West.<br/><br/>Syrian Rebels pour into a Village held by Assadist Forces, however the defenders have an Advantage as they are in command of two BMP armored vehicles. Captain Mahzir of the Syrian Arab Army fiercely fires his Kalashnikov at the rebels who were pouring in<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Die Faggots Serving America!""</span>He had taunted<br/>As the opposition numbers begin to waver throughout the Area as their will to fight had dropped by the fanatical resistance of the Assad Loyalists, just when they were about to hunt down the last remnants of the FSA Cells a ferocious cry of ""Allahu Akbar!"" was heard<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""More Takfiris Captain!""</span><br/>Despite the SAA consisting majorly of Sunnis and shias as well, they knew that a Constant Tekbir would mean the presence of Opposition but it wasn't surely them.<br/>A technical truck with a Black flag and a circle in the middle with Arabic writing on it had appeared on the Horizon as men had charged onto the town wildly.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""It's the Islamic State!""</span><br/>The Captain pulled back up his Kalashnikov rifle and begun firing at the IS Fighters, however behind them one of the BMPs had been destroyed by the FSA who had regrouped forcing the SAA into a circle, another faction had joined the fight as each side desperately attempts to wipe both factions out.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Who do we kill?""</span>hurriedly asked a Soldier<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""They're all the same Takfiri scum, Kill them all!""</span><br/><br/>Situations like these are starting to become more and more common as the Syrian Civil War drags on with a third faction rising with more civilians wounding up in the crossfire. New and Awkward alliances would have to be forged as it would be messy to fight all at once, the Kurdish fighters including the Peshmerga are torn between choosing the FSA and the Assad Government but they are more leaning to the Assad government as the Kurds answers for recognition are ignored by the west for years but it is only Bashar who understands their concerns as he promises the Kurds protection and supplies as if the war ends he would promise them greater autonomy and freedom."
1385,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=25,2014-11-23T08:34:00,Of The Rnclave,"<blockquote><div><cite>Fascist Republic Of Bermuda <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22533101#p22533101"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Democratic People's Republic of Korea</span></span></span><br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/3/3c/Emblem_of_North_Korea.svg/400px-Emblem_of_North_Korea.svg.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/><span style=""font-size: 125%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Chapter 1: Rise of the North</span></span></div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Pyongyang, North Korea</span><br/><br/>Kim Jong-Un and 7 North Korean Military Leaders stood around the aging table, the chipped wooden surface covered by a map dating from the 1970s. The Ch'asu next to the Supreme Leader glanced at the Sangjang a few seats away, who stood up and cleared his throat. ""Supreme Leader, the Meltdown in the Western U.S. will distract the Imperialist's efforts in the South, which should allow us to reclaim our rightful territory.""<br/><br/>The Ch'asu stood up, slightly flustered, and cried out, ""No, we can't! The Western Imperialists have superior numbers, and the Chinese are too distracted in Tibet to care about us!""<br/><br/>Kim Jong-Un spoke then, his voice tainted with anger, ""Both of you, sit down, <span style=""font-style: italic"">NOW</span>. Your concerns and plans are all good, so we must first affirm China's support in our reunification.""<br/><br/>Now a Taejang interrupted, ""Yes, but if we have the Russian's support as well as our comrades in China, we would be able to expel the Imperialists from Korea with ten times more efficiency.""<br/><br/>Jong-Un again: ""Thank you, Taejang. All of you come up with a plan. I'm late for a meeting with the Ministry of National Resource Development. Good luck.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Sohae Satellite Launching Station, North Pyongan Province, North Korea</span><br/><br/>The Taepodong-2 sat on the launch pad, the rocket reaching up past the launch tower. The pad had been cleared a few hours ago, the launch prepared, the countdown set. Now, it was ready to be tested. The Taepodong-2 had been modified a little to compensate for the errors that had caused the Taepodong-2 to fail in it's initial test in 2006. The countdown began as the scientists started sweating. One gulped. The numbers on the computer started counting down.<br/>""5"" A man on the intercom said, his dialogue excited and quick.<br/>""4""<br/>""3""<br/>""2""<br/>""1""<br/>Ignition. The Taepodong-2's first stage engines lit up, the clamps were released, and the rocket began slowly lumbering up and away, heading southeast. As the rocket disappeared into the sky, the scientists relaxed and started cheering. The second test of the Taepodong-2 had been a resounding success. The rocket would come down in the Pacific Ocean roughly 400 miles northwest of the Midway Islands. The news was released 20 hours after the TD-2 had ended it's flight.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Russia""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><div align=""center""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Official Communique Of The Korean Government</span></span><br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/3/3c/Emblem_of_North_Korea.svg/300px-Emblem_of_North_Korea.svg.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">To:</span> <span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The President of the Russian Federation</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Encryption:</span> <br/><span style=""color: #FF0000"">HIGH</span><br/>Salutations, Comrade President Putin-<br/><br/>As you know, the Imperialists in the West have occupied the South for decades, and are blocking your attempts to reclaim rightful Russian land. A deal would be mutually beneficial- if you supply us with 25 T-72s and permits to build them, we will support your reclamation attempts in Eastern Europe. Thank you for your time, and we eagerly await your reply.<br/><br/>-Kim Jong-Un<br/>Supreme Leader of the DPRK<br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/6/64/KimJongUnSign.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</blockquote></div></div></div></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""China""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><div align=""center""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Official Communique Of The Korean Government</span></span><br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/3/3c/Emblem_of_North_Korea.svg/300px-Emblem_of_North_Korea.svg.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">To:</span> <span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The President of People's Republic of China</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Encryption:</span> <br/><span style=""color: #FF0000"">HIGH</span><br/>Salutations, Comrade President Jinping-<br/><br/>As you know, the Western Imperialists have occupied the South of our great nation for many decades. They refuse to cooperate or remove their troops. It is also a well-known fact that we have been trusted allies for over 60 years. However, recently, your relations with the Imperialists have improved since the <a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Korean_War"" rel=""nofollow"">Fatherland Liberation War</a>. The Government needs your reassurance that, should war break out due to the West's warmongering ways, you will stand with us in our time of need. Thank you for your time, and we eagerly await your reply.<br/><br/>-Kim Jong-Un<br/>Supreme Leader of the DPRK<br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/6/64/KimJongUnSign.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</blockquote></div></div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">THE FOLLOWING DAY</span></span><br/><br/>One of the chief concerns of American Air Force men was unmanned combat drones in 2015. And they had been the chief acquisition. So it was no surprise when a group of 10 Predator drones flew besides the small nation. They had been ordered to keep the drones just out of Korean air space. These drones were armed like they were on a combat mission, but no such thing was going to be done, all these drones did was hover over North Korean land, lookign at what they were doing."
1386,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=25,2014-11-23T10:53:00,Zatak,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-size: 250%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #0040FF""><div align=""Center"">Events</div></span></span><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""color: #FF0000"">Israel: The past few days have seen a large increase in Palestinian attacks on Israeli soil and while this includes normal rocket attacks new and more bold offensives including a RPG attack on a civilian car terrorist organizations based in Palestine have also started suicide attacks in Tel Aviv and Jerusalem but much like Egypt Israel was about to get a real taste of firepower as the same group attacking Egypt starts there ""Invasion"" of Israel through Gaza and the Egyptian border who received weapons from Unknown sources. The forces also number in a few hundred and possibly over 1000 and are also equipped with heavy weapons but the difference is that these forces hide in large Public areas making it hard for Israeli forces to fin them at times and when they do most commit suicide via Bombing causing a multitude of casualty's<br/><br/><br/>Ireland: While the fine green republic was saved from the storm (Minus some heavy rain that caused limited flooding and such) the true hell was about to come in the spillover of Northern Ireland where members of groups such as the IRA among others begin launching major attacks in the Republic in retaliation for there support of Britain one such attack saw 2 RPG shots hit the Four courts in the wee hours of the morning while other smaller attacks on security and civilian targets also happen across the country although for now most are minor save for that RPG attack...... Although as the time goes by the forces seem to get more bold and more destructive in the attacks.<br/><br/><br/>North korea: The event that takes place was well expected to happen by many in and outside the country but not this fast...... A major famine strikes the small <br/>country almost unexpectedly as North korea trys to supply it's people. . Out of a total population of approximately 22 million, somewhere between 2,400,000 and 3,500,000 people are left starving and the situation seems to get worse and worse almost to the extent of crisis level.<br/><br/><br/>China: China is also in a situation this one involving Water. According to the World Bank about 13% of urban water users receive water at inadequate pressure. Furthermore, 60% of China's 661 cities face seasonal water shortage, and over 100 cities have severe water constraints. Contamination of drinking water from feces is a critical health problem in China, as in other developing countries, that causes serious illnesses such as diarrhea and viral hepatitis. A recent survey by UNICEF in 11 provinces found that over half of all drinking water samples contained unacceptably high levels of bacteria. Currently, China is facing a shortage of water due to climate and rapid development. in 2013, China ""for the first time issued water quotas to every province, setting targets for annual consumption by 2015"".<br/><br/>The lack of effective policy's has lead to a major water shortage in certain provinces in china and it is only getting worse as people look for safe water to use for drinking, farming and such in light of this the situation only got worse as Shanghai declared a almost state of emergency as the already polluted Tai Lake which the city rely on was deemed a major health risk to anyone who drank from it meaning that the city was left basically dry or stuck using deadly water and this by 2016 was starting to pop up in more places both rural and Urban.....<br/><br/><br/>Greece: Economics is a big dick to Greece sometimes and has been for the past few years. The Greek government-debt crisis (also known as the Greek Depression[ in reference to the Great Depression) is part of the ongoing Eurozone crisis triggered by the arrival of the global economic recession in 2008, and is believed to have been directly caused by a combination of structural weaknesses of the Greek economy along with a decade long pre-existence of overly high structural deficits and debt-to-GDP levels on public accounts. In late 2009, fears of a sovereign debt crisis developed among investors concerning Greece's ability to meet its debt obligations, due to a reported strong increase in government debt levels. This led to a crisis of confidence, indicated by a widening of bond yield spreads and the cost of risk insurance on credit default swaps compared to the other countries in the Eurozone, most importantly Germany.<br/><br/>However, if Greece were to leave the euro, the economic and political impact would be devastating. According to Japanese financial company Nomura an exit would lead to a 60 percent devaluation of the new drachma. UBS warned of ""hyperinflation, military coups and possible civil war that could afflict a departing country"".A confidential staff note drawn up in February 2012 by the Institute of International Finance, also revealed that they now favoured an orderly default with a continued Greek membership of the Euro, as the opposite scenario was expected to create losses of at least €1 trillion.<br/><br/>To avoid a chaotic Greek disorderly default or the systemic risks to the Eurozone in the scenario with Greece leaving the Euro, the EU leaders decided in October 2011, to engineer and offer an orderly default combined with a €130bn bailout loan, making it possible for Greece to continue as a full member of the Euro. The offered orderly default and bailout loan, was however conditional, that Greece at the same time approved a new austerity package.<br/><br/>The years have not shown Greece recovering and in 2016 the situation seems to be getting worse and worse and the people of the Nations take to the street in anger and the possibility that the Nation may Default on it's Debt and while the protests are small and peaceful for now the situation is getting worse fast as more and more people call for action and recovery some violently.........</span><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""color: #00FF00"">Russia: According to the IMF, the Russian economy was already in recession from early 2014 mainly as a result of the 2014 Crimean crisis and the subsequent capital flight. But this turned out to be false and the IMF revised its classification to close to being in recession and it forecast 0.2% growth in 2014 and 1.0% through 2015.<br/><br/>But even this was wrong as the Russian Economy by the end of 2015 was estimated to grow up to 3 to 5% mostly because of expanding business with nations such as India, China and many South American and African nation that are turning to Russia this is the first step in getting the economy back on track but 2015 had more good things ion store for the Country.<br/><br/>In 2012 there were an estimated 16,798 homicides in the country but by 2015 that number was only 11,087 showing a major decrease furthermore both Human and Drug trafficking are at a all time low for the nation as the crime rate drops up to 1.6 percent in 2015 mostly because of strict and effective policy's reinforces with firm action from the Government all around things were starting to pick up for the Old dog of the east.<br/><br/><br/>Ukraine (East): Poor east Ukraine.... no one likes them except Russia and they are constantly fighting there Western counterpart..... till late 2015 when the Ukrainian government announced a end to major operations against the area and a major pullback do to rising cost and casualty's furthermore life in the nation is becoming normal again as the citys rebuild and repopulate at a alarming and amazing rate thanks to ""Outside' donations for Unknown individuals.</span><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""color: #0040FF"">UK: The UK has been in shit the past little while and nothing seemed to change as while the welsh and England rebels all but gone the scotish and irish ones remained in high numbers and now with heavier weapons including Anti-tank weapons and MANPADS from unknown downers.</span></blockquote>"
1387,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=50,2014-11-23T11:37:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Qubec <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22534022#p22534022"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Fascist Republic Of Bermuda <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22533101#p22533101"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Democratic People's Republic of Korea</span></span></span><br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/3/3c/Emblem_of_North_Korea.svg/400px-Emblem_of_North_Korea.svg.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/><span style=""font-size: 125%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Chapter 1: Rise of the North</span></span></div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Pyongyang, North Korea</span><br/><br/>Kim Jong-Un and 7 North Korean Military Leaders stood around the aging table, the chipped wooden surface covered by a map dating from the 1970s. The Ch'asu next to the Supreme Leader glanced at the Sangjang a few seats away, who stood up and cleared his throat. ""Supreme Leader, the Meltdown in the Western U.S. will distract the Imperialist's efforts in the South, which should allow us to reclaim our rightful territory.""<br/><br/>The Ch'asu stood up, slightly flustered, and cried out, ""No, we can't! The Western Imperialists have superior numbers, and the Chinese are too distracted in Tibet to care about us!""<br/><br/>Kim Jong-Un spoke then, his voice tainted with anger, ""Both of you, sit down, <span style=""font-style: italic"">NOW</span>. Your concerns and plans are all good, so we must first affirm China's support in our reunification.""<br/><br/>Now a Taejang interrupted, ""Yes, but if we have the Russian's support as well as our comrades in China, we would be able to expel the Imperialists from Korea with ten times more efficiency.""<br/><br/>Jong-Un again: ""Thank you, Taejang. All of you come up with a plan. I'm late for a meeting with the Ministry of National Resource Development. Good luck.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Sohae Satellite Launching Station, North Pyongan Province, North Korea</span><br/><br/>The Taepodong-2 sat on the launch pad, the rocket reaching up past the launch tower. The pad had been cleared a few hours ago, the launch prepared, the countdown set. Now, it was ready to be tested. The Taepodong-2 had been modified a little to compensate for the errors that had caused the Taepodong-2 to fail in it's initial test in 2006. The countdown began as the scientists started sweating. One gulped. The numbers on the computer started counting down.<br/>""5"" A man on the intercom said, his dialogue excited and quick.<br/>""4""<br/>""3""<br/>""2""<br/>""1""<br/>Ignition. The Taepodong-2's first stage engines lit up, the clamps were released, and the rocket began slowly lumbering up and away, heading southeast. As the rocket disappeared into the sky, the scientists relaxed and started cheering. The second test of the Taepodong-2 had been a resounding success. The rocket would come down in the Pacific Ocean roughly 400 miles northwest of the Midway Islands. The news was released 20 hours after the TD-2 had ended it's flight.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Russia""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><div align=""center""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Official Communique Of The Korean Government</span></span><br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/3/3c/Emblem_of_North_Korea.svg/300px-Emblem_of_North_Korea.svg.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">To:</span> <span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The President of the Russian Federation</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Encryption:</span> <br/><span style=""color: #FF0000"">HIGH</span><br/>Salutations, Comrade President Putin-<br/><br/>As you know, the Imperialists in the West have occupied the South for decades, and are blocking your attempts to reclaim rightful Russian land. A deal would be mutually beneficial- if you supply us with 25 T-72s and permits to build them, we will support your reclamation attempts in Eastern Europe. Thank you for your time, and we eagerly await your reply.<br/><br/>-Kim Jong-Un<br/>Supreme Leader of the DPRK<br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/6/64/KimJongUnSign.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</blockquote></div></div></div></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""China""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><div align=""center""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Official Communique Of The Korean Government</span></span><br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/3/3c/Emblem_of_North_Korea.svg/300px-Emblem_of_North_Korea.svg.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">To:</span> <span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The President of People's Republic of China</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Encryption:</span> <br/><span style=""color: #FF0000"">HIGH</span><br/>Salutations, Comrade President Jinping-<br/><br/>As you know, the Western Imperialists have occupied the South of our great nation for many decades. They refuse to cooperate or remove their troops. It is also a well-known fact that we have been trusted allies for over 60 years. However, recently, your relations with the Imperialists have improved since the <a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Korean_War"" rel=""nofollow"">Fatherland Liberation War</a>. The Government needs your reassurance that, should war break out due to the West's warmongering ways, you will stand with us in our time of need. Thank you for your time, and we eagerly await your reply.<br/><br/>-Kim Jong-Un<br/>Supreme Leader of the DPRK<br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/6/64/KimJongUnSign.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</blockquote></div></div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""To North Korea""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://44days.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/chinese-government-national-emblem-seal-276x300.png""/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #FF0000"">THE PEOPLE'S REPUBLIC OF CHINA</span></span></span></div><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">TO:</span> Kim Jong-Un<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">FROM:</span>President Xi Jinping<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Encryption:</span> <span style=""color: #FF0000"">HIGH</span></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">We have gotten your request for official support against the south and other nations. At this time the PRC does not want war with any nation including the western and european nations. As I am sure you know we are currently dealing with a small rebellion in our nation and we can not worry about protecting your nation at this time. If war does break out we can not support you at this time so we suggest that you refrain from doing anything that could start one.</blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Tibet, China</span><br/><br/>It was cold and rainy. The rain was beating hard on the planes windshield. The paratroopers sat in the back waiting for the go ahead to jump. The sound of other planes could be heard following closely behind. No one said a word. They all just sat knowing that some of them would die that night. The silence was cut of by a loud exploson from the first bomber reaching the rebel base and dropping its load. That was the sign. The group ran jumping out of the plane and shooting at the rebels below. All around the, bombs dropped and more and more troops were falling from the sky. Fighter jets flew close to the ground shooting at large groups and rebels and buildings. The soldiers boots hit the ground with a loud thud. It was complete disorder. People were running and shooting everywhere. Bombs were exploding and soldiers with RPGs were shooting at cars, buildings and other things. But they knew that they had a job to do. They could not leave this base. There job as to capture the base and the rebel leader and to end this pointless rebellion.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">2 Kilometers south of the Blue Swan HQ</span></span><br/>William sat in his Humvee with the special forces operators in the vehicles behind him. He watched as his new HQ went up in flames, luckily he and 1,200 other men had already left the base to stir up rebellion. With his convoy were two detonators to detonate the arms stockpile in case of attack by chinese forces. He held the black device in his hands. If the battle didn't turn in his favor soon, he would have to use it.<br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Blue Swan Base</span></span><br/>The 40,000 man camp was being hit from every direction. Machine guns were conversing in their own language of death. In the middle of it all was 10 year old Chao Pan. In his hands he held an M1911 pistol and was trying to hit the Chinese soldiers as they attacked his home. He saw his own parents manning a M60, and smiled. That smile faded when he saw the smoke trail of a rocket streak towards his family.<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">SWISHBANG</span></span>they were engulfed in an awesome explosion that knocked him off his feet. He saw two Chinese soldiers start walking towards him and fired his pistol, one was killed ant the other was wounded in the arm. The soldier ran at Chao and pulled out his knife. The soldier stabbed the child in the chest and all Chao Pan could think was<span style=""font-style: italic"">I failed the cause</span>"
1388,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=50,2014-11-23T11:56:00,Inis Saor,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://static.rasset.ie/static/news/img/img_rte_contact.jpg""/></div><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">General elections will be held nationwide in just eight days time. With the death of party leader Enda Kenny, combined with the recent pressure from the increasingly aggressive IRA, the Fine Gael party has now collapsed and the President Michael D. Higgins has called for the national parliament to be dissolved. Opinion polls are currently putting Sinn Fein as the favourite in the coming elections. TD Gerry Adams has said that the next government will have a lot on its plate, whoever comes to power, but goes on to assure that Sinn Fein have a plan of action for the current crises hitting the nation, on both sides of the border.<br/><br/>In other news, the Defence Forces have now been placed on high alert in all areas of the country. The Reserve Army has also been called into arms on an emergency basis. Military and Gardaí investigators are currently following leads on the IRA activists within the Republic. Members of the Emergency Response Teams have been placed in the larger towns of Dublin, Galway, Cork, Sligo and Limerick, while Gardaí presence has been increased across the board.</blockquote><br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Dublin, Ireland</span><br/><br/>The road from Phoenix Park was quite a pleasant drive, especially when the sun was left untouched by the clouds like today. The President's motorcade was quite modest by comparison to other nations, but it had been bumped up slightly with the recent terror attacks. A fleet of twelve motorcycles headed the parade, followed by two Army patrol jeeps, the President's car and its double, two more army patrol vehicles and a trail of three Garda cars.<br/><br/>None of that stopped the IED exploding right on command, tearing the duplicate car wide open. From everywhere and nowhere hidden gunmen opened fire on the motorcade. The riders jumped from their machines and reached for their weapons, but many were gunned down before they could find their targets.<br/><br/>The RPG found its way to the correct limo not long after. After that, the gunmen vanished back into the civilian ranks. A few were caught, a small handful shot, but not so many as the Gardai that were killed."
1389,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=50,2014-11-23T12:28:00,Apeocia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Athens, Greece</span></span></span><br/>Citizens rally outside the Greek Presidential Office, protesting the poor economic conditions in their home country. ""What do we want"" yells a protester with a megaphone ""Good Conditions!"" yells the crowd ""when do we want them?"" yells the megaphone man "" Now!"" Responds the crowd.<br/>*Inside the Presidential Office*<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">""If only it was that easy.""</span>thought President Karolos as the protest continued outside his office. He walks out onto his balcony overlooking the crowd. ""My fellow Greek brethren, we are trying the best we can to fix the living conditions. But we are not doing well economically. I have already applied an economic resolution to the UN General Assembly. We will either get help shortly, or will be shot down by the UN."" As most of the protesters leave the seen to return home, one asks a very simple, yet important question. ""Sir, will Greece survive as a nation?"" Asks a young man of about only twenty two years of age ""I...I...have no idea, we will have to wait for that answer."" Responds Karolos."
1390,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=50,2014-11-23T12:56:00,The Greater Gambia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Banjul, The Gambia</span></span><br/><br/>Three men waited outside the government office. Security was light, only two guards stood outside the entrance. The three men walked towards the building, pulling out their weapons. One of the men lights a Molotov cocktail and throws it at the building, yelling ""Death to Jammeh!"" The man is quickly gunned down by the two guards, but not before the building catches fire. A small firefight ensues, the two terrorists are quickly dealt with. This act of terrorism shakes the nation. The Gambia has, for the most part, been relatively stable. The only times of unrest were the failed 1981 coup and Jammeh's own ""bloodless"" 1994 coup. The group that claimed responsibility was the Gambian Liberation Party. Saying that this was a declaration of war, The GLP called for all Gambians to rise up against President Jammeh."
1391,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=50,2014-11-23T13:05:00,New Jordslag,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Tibet</span><br/>""Get to the Goddamn Helicopter, and fly it away from here!"" The SAS commander screamed in Chinese to the Heli Maintenance crew. They dashed to the Chopper. Other than the Maintenence crew, The SAS ran for cover. They pulled out the Rifles from their backs and returned fire at various groups of Chinese, and so far thanks to their elite training, there were no Deaths or major injuries. Captain Farlough Smith grabbed a Lance Corporal by the shoulder and whispered in his ear: ""Find the Australians. I swear to god, if they do not get to our position and help repulse the attack, I will have their heads. This battle can still be won."" The Lance Corporal ran off, trying to find the Australian Commander.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">North Ireland, County of Tyrone, County Seat of Omagh</span><br/>Due to soaring IRA support and heavier weapons, plus them repulsing Irish assistance, the IRA had captured the entire county of Fermanagh, half of Tyrone, and were at the gates of the Tyrone County Seat of Omagh. Now they were launching an assault on the city, lying at the heart of Tyrone. British forces only gave ground in the city after hours of non-stop bloodshed, but give ground they did. It was a Pyrrhic victory for the IRA, though. Out of 2,000 members assaulting the cities, 800 had died or been wounded badly enough to take them permanently out of action. And for a County Seat, Omagh wasn't that big or very important anyway. Despite this, the IRA still installed a pro-IRA County Government in Tyrone. After an offensive capturing Armagh and most of the rest of Tyrone, they declared a new Country, officially called the Free Irish Union. At it's peak right now, however, the FIU began falling..."
1392,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=50,2014-11-23T13:11:00,Mifan,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cairo</span><br/><br/>Hundreds of Egyptian soldiers stormed the capital as the riots continued to intensify. Their first priority was to secure different districts in the city, forcing the riots in one spot in the city, where they would be able to force the crowd to dissolve. Only about 2,000 soldiers were deployed in the area, but they were enough at the moment to secure a small part of the city. Local law enforcement also began to use this tactic.<br/><br/>In every major city, this same tactic was being used to control the crowds. The military wanted to end the riots quickly so military operations can continue in the Sinai and in Libya.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Al 'Arish, Sinai</span><br/><br/>The advance of the terrorist forces pushed Egyptian security forces to the coastal city of Al 'Arish. The security forces prepared defenses and such, but were given little time as the terrorists attacked the city. Since the government has evacuated most of the Sinai in 2014, the military didn't have to worry about large amounts of civilian casualties in the fighting. Initial attacks on the city has failed so far, but the Egyptian forces wouldn't be able to hold on to the city unless some sort of reinforcement came.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Military</span><br/><br/>Military officials have stated that another round of airstrikes will occur in Libya to break the hold of Islamist forces in the area. Many in the military believe that the Army should be deployed into Libya to end the fighting, but the Supreme Council went against it, stating that the military needs to let the Libyans deal with the problem while the Army is used to deal with Egypt's own situation. The military has also stated that, some airstrikes will take place in the Sinai in order to slow the advance of the terrorist forces.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Government</span><br/><br/>The Military announced that Prime Minister Ibrahim Mahlab would be the Acting President until it is decided if President Sisi would survive his wounds."
1393,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=50,2014-11-23T13:32:00,Kargintina,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Blue Swan HQ</span><br/>The SASR quickly fled into the brush as the Chinese began attacking. They fired back at the numerically superior force, but used the snow covered bushes to cover themselves. The Captain of the SASR was poked on the back by an unknown person, who he almost shot. He saw it was a Lance Corporal from the SAS squad. ""Tell your commander we are a little busy here, as you could see."" Pointing at the large force of PLA soldiers across the clearing as the SASR began putting men into the trees to fire down at the Chinese. Three SASR soldiers began moving around to the East, preparing to flank the Chinese assaulting their position."
1394,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=50,2014-11-23T15:08:00,Qubec,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Blue Swan HQ</span><br/><br/>Just outside the base a large group of Thanks, and other armored cars drove down the barricades of the rebel base. They began firing at command and communication buildings and towers. Their main goal was to get to the airfield and destroy any aircraft they may have. As soldiers went from building to building they set them on fire and destroyed any equipment they could find. More and more soldiers dropped from the skies and more and more planes dropped bombs. Due to their large numbers and their support from the air they seemed to be getting the uperhand and keeping death at a minimum. Any injured rebels were being loaded on trucks and driven away. As the group of thanks got closer to the airfield a group of soldiers with RPG's and guarded by armed soldiers had reached the airfield."
1395,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=50,2014-11-23T15:26:00,Australian Antarctica,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">3 Miles From Blue Swan HQ</span></span><br/>William had the detonator in his right hand and a radio in his left. From his position he could clearly see the tracers being exchanged between forces. He radioed the Australian, British, and Tibetan soldiers and said one phrase ""Into the shadows."" He saw his men retreat into the forest, most into the jungle, some into the surrounding hills. Anything that couldn't be moved or carried was wired with explosives. He squeezed the trigger.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Blue Swan HQ</span></span><br/>The base was covered in flames within seconds as the C4 detonated the napalm and white phosphorous shells. Chinese soldiers were burning as the surviving 29,000 soldiers escaped with the special forces. 11,000 Tibetan men, women, and children were left behind.<span style=""font-style: italic"">This is not over</span>William thought as he fled into the jungle."
1396,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=50,2014-11-23T15:43:00,The Greater Gambia,"To the UK<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">From The GLP (Gambian Liberation Party)</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Encryption: High</span><br/><br/>As you may have heard, we have begun our insurgency. We believe that the reign of Yahya Jammeh must come to an end. We ask you to please send military supplies to aide our struggle. After our final victory, The Gambia will apply to be reentered into the commonwealth. Please respond with haste. Thank You.</div></div></div>"
1397,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=50,2014-11-23T16:39:00,Kargintina,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">About 1 Kilometer from the Blue Swan HQ</span><br/>The SASR watched as the Blue Swan HQ went up in flames. They only stood for a second, as Chinese soldiers where closing on them. They fired on the PLA, killing a few, and then started running. However while they where running, one of the SASR was hit by a bullet in the lower torso. ""Don't stop for me, just go!"" He rolling onto his back as the rest of his squad had to leave him behind. When the PLA soldiers came over him, he pulled a pin of one of grenades, killing himself and five PLA soldiers, and wounding 2. The rest continued into the woods, knowing the PLA would keep following them."
1398,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=50,2014-11-23T16:43:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kargintina <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22542100#p22542100"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">About 1 Kilometer from the Blue Swan HQ</span><br/>The SASR watched as the Blue Swan HQ went up in flames. They only stood for a second, as Chinese soldiers where closing on them. They fired on the PLA, killing a few, and then started running. However while they where running, one of the SASR was hit by a bullet in the lower torso. ""Don't stop for me, just go!"" He rolling onto his back as the rest of his squad had to leave him behind. When the PLA soldiers came over him, he pulled a pin of one of grenades, killing himself and five PLA soldiers, and wounding 2. The rest continued into the woods, knowing the PLA would keep following them.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">1 Kilometer From the Blue Swan HQ</span></span><br/>4 Humvess circled the Australian soldiers ""Get in quick!"" a man yelled from one of the trucks. Each had an M2 Browning on it's roof and was painted a snow camouflage."
1399,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=50,2014-11-23T16:46:00,Kargintina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22542150#p22542150"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Kargintina <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22542100#p22542100"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">About 1 Kilometer from the Blue Swan HQ</span><br/>The SASR watched as the Blue Swan HQ went up in flames. They only stood for a second, as Chinese soldiers where closing on them. They fired on the PLA, killing a few, and then started running. However while they where running, one of the SASR was hit by a bullet in the lower torso. ""Don't stop for me, just go!"" He rolling onto his back as the rest of his squad had to leave him behind. When the PLA soldiers came over him, he pulled a pin of one of grenades, killing himself and five PLA soldiers, and wounding 2. The rest continued into the woods, knowing the PLA would keep following them.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">1 Kilometer From the Blue Swan HQ</span></span><br/>4 Humvess circled the Australian soldiers ""Get in quick!"" a man yelled from one of the trucks. Each had an M2 Browning on it's roof and was painted a snow camouflage.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">1 Kilometer From the Blue Swan HQ</span><br/>The Australian quickly jumped into the trucks, still saddened by the loss of a man they had know for almost ten years. They squished into the four humvees, barely fitting all of them. They watched out the window as they began driving off."
1400,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=50,2014-11-23T16:51:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kargintina <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22542180#p22542180"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22542150#p22542150"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">1 Kilometer From the Blue Swan HQ</span></span><br/>4 Humvess circled the Australian soldiers ""Get in quick!"" a man yelled from one of the trucks. Each had an M2 Browning on it's roof and was painted a snow camouflage.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">1 Kilometer From the Blue Swan HQ</span><br/>The Australian quickly jumped into the trucks, still saddened by the loss of a man they had know for almost ten years. They squished into the four humvees, barely fitting all of them. They watched out the window as they began driving off.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">2 Hours and 20 miles later</span><br/>The vehicles reproached a clearing in the jungle. They had managed to cross the border into India undetected and were now setting up camp with the 2,000 or so rebels that managed to escape. The rest were ordered to lay low and conduct small ambushes and traps for Chinese soldiers, in groups on bigger than 40. Of the 80,000 soldiers that had been in the militia, only 69,000 remained.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Across the World</span></span><br/>A video was spread across the internet of Chinese soldiers lining up civilians in Tibet and shooting them. A man's voice was heard in the background saying ""This is the occupation my people have had to deal with for half a century. Now it is time to free my nation from the red tentacles of China. FREE TIBET!!"""
1401,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=50,2014-11-23T16:58:00,The Greater Gambia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Eastern Gambia, 20 km from Senegalese border</span><br/><br/>100 men of the GLP were preparing for an assault on one of Gambia's few airfields. A mole in the Gambian military had given information that this airfield had Gambia's only SU-25. The rebel's mission was to either capture or destroy the plane.The rebels were armed with the standard guerrilla gear, AK-47's and RPG's bought off of the black market. At 10:00 PM, the rebels launched their assault. Gunfire lit up from the treeline, catching the defenders by surprise. The rebels were able to overwhelm the base, but at a heavy cost. 35 out of the 100 rebels died during the fight. They completed their mission however, the SU-25 was captured without a scratch, accept for the dead pilot in the cockpit.<br/><br/>Similar raids have been happening all across the eastern half of the country. Rebels will cross the border from Senegal and hit Gambian positions with hit-and-run tactics. It is unknown how Senegal will respond."
1402,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=50,2014-11-23T17:17:00,Kisinger,"<img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/9/97/Flag_of_Novorussia.svg/800px-Flag_of_Novorussia.svg.png""/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Donetsk, Donbass Region, Federal State of Novorossiya</span></span></span><br/>President Valery Kaurov sat in his office signing the Declaration of Independence for Novorossiya, and was beginning to form his UN resolution to recognize Novorossiya as a sovereign state from the Ukraine. Ireland was preparing to recognize them after some talks, now to secure popular support from the UN. He sat back and started writing his reply to the Irish President, delaying his UN proposal a little while longer. Finishing the letter he sighed and looked at reports coming in on the advance. Since Ukraine began a major end to operations and a major pullback allowed the Novorossiyain to advance s their numbers keep increasing either through conscription or volunteering. Their numbers have went from 12,000 in 2014 to 21,000 in 2016. Many of the troops have received little training and even less have fired their weapon.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""To the Republic of Ireland""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/en/e/e0/Emblem_of_New_Russia.png""/><br/>Dear Esteemed Leaders of Ireland,<br/><br/> We will gladly send a delegation to Ireland and will also request you vote yes when are UN proposal comes in.<br/><br/>Signed,<br/>President Valery Kaurov</div></div></div>"
1403,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=50,2014-11-23T18:13:00,Qubec,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Blue Swan HQ</span><br/><br/>The fires at the base had been put out and now investigators were searching the base. They collected all the information they could find. All of those injured had been flown to the nearest hospital for medical care. Search teams continued to go search to make sure that there was no one still trapped somewhere in the base. Clean up crews were putting the ruble onto trucks were it would be transported back to the capital where it would be stored. They had found what was left of both helicoptors and they made sure they could no longer be used. Large groups of troops began searching the forest for any other bases or rebels. Any rebels found were arrested and transported back to the capital. Drones flew in the forest to help with the search and planes flew at treetop level.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #FF0000"">OFFICIAL PRESS RELEASE</span></span></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.chinatechnews.com/wp-content/uploads/chinese-government-national-emblem-seal.png""/><br/><br/>Today the PLF found a major rebel base in the forests of Tibet near India. Our forces were able to capture the base as well as high ranking rebel soldiers. We believe that some of the rebels who were able to flee are somewhere in the Tibet forest near the rebel base. At this time search parties will be searching for these rebels so that they will pay for what they have done. This is a major victory. The rebellion is over. We have freed China of these scum and will now have secured our freedom. Long live the peoples republic of china.</blockquote></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Actions taken to help with the water crisis</span><br/><br/>- All residences have been asked not to water their lawns.<br/>- All city parks are only using minimum water<br/>- All water treatment plants have had filters replaces and new filters added<br/>- Areas with little water are have water imprted from other areas"
1404,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=50,2014-11-23T19:27:00,New Jordslag,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Tibet</span><br/>Their quest to Destabilize China as a whole done. Some fled to the Indian border in the now-working Helicopter. Others fled on foot, armed, and in groups. Captain Farlough Smith looked over the Casualty List. One dead SAS and two wounded. Eh, there had been worse missions.<br/><br/>A few days later, they arrived at the Sino-Indian border.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Harbor of Banjul</span><br/>A man arrived in a ship. A man with a mission. His name was Terrace Taylor, and he was determined to serve his country. Not Gambia, of course. He was an Englishman. But the English had received a plea from Gambian Rebels to help free their country. They promised to rejoin the Commonwealth if freed, so Britain decided to go along with it. They sent their top Agent, Taylor of course, to pretend to be a innocent Tourist while carrying out bombings and Arsons of Gambian Military property. First up was the Banjul Garrison.p<br/><br/>He arrived at the Banjul military garrison, pretending to take pictures of it. Armed Guards kept a wary eye on him. He stayed there long enough for them to lose interest in him, then attached a Bomb to the place. He walked back to his Hotel, preparing to Detonate it.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""GLF""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>To: The Gambian Liberation Front<br/>From: The British Government in general<br/>Encryption: High<br/>Context: We in Britain pledge our support to your cause. We were truly touched by your sad stories of Oppression, and intrigued by your Promise to rejoin the Commonwealth. We have sent one of our best Spies to bomb and terrorize the Gambian Military as a whole. If Captured, he has been instructed to kill himself. Please provide assistance to him in any way possible.<br/><br/>Another thing: don't even think of backing out on your promise to rejoin the Commonwealth. We take that kinda stuff quite seriously. Don't betray us, or we will give you the same treatment we are giving your Dictator. Good day.</div></blockquote></div></div></div>"
1405,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=50,2014-11-23T19:35:00,The Old State of Israel,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Tel Aviv, Israel</span><br/><br/>Today was just another normal day. It was about 12:30 in the aftertoon. At this time kids were at school and parents were at work. People around the city went in and out of stores and some had just sat down to lunch at their favorite place in town. A policemen walked down the street smiling at kids but keeping an eye out. The sound of mixed conversations and people walking down the street filled the air. On the beach there was a group of teenagers who had skipped school playing volleyball in the sand. A group of young ladies were laying on their towels getting a tan in the hot summer sun. A family with small children played out in the water. It has a happy day. But that happiness was soon shattered. Suddenly the sirens wailed for the first time in years. That sound of happiness was replaced by the sound of screams and children crying. The people on the beach ran to the nearest building and got down on the ground. Students in schools hid under their desks and prayed that it would miss their school. The parents at worked hid under their desks praying it would hit them instead of their childrens schools. Foreign tourists ran around screaming not knowing what to do. People walking along the street hid next to buildings just waiting. There was a series of loud booms from the missiles being shot down overhead."
1406,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=50,2014-11-23T20:07:00,The Greater Gambia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Somewhere in the Gambian Jungle, GLP Territory</span><br/><br/>Boro Jobateh was looking over a map of the country when a envoy came to him. ""We received this message from the Brits, they've agreed to help us."" Jobateh read the message."" Send a message to them immediately requesting supplies. We're going on the attack.""<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""To the UK""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">To: the British Government</span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">From:Boro Jobateh the GLP</span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Encryption: Highest</span><br/><br/><br/>We thank you for sending one of your agents to aide our struggle. We will hold our part of the deal as long as you hold yours. We would like to request weapons and supplies, as well as someone who can teach my men how to pilot a SU-25 Frogfoot, for an offensive to take Basse Santa Su. If landing is an issue, we have recently ""acquired"" an airfield. We thank you again for your help. Salaam maleekum.</blockquote></div></div></div>"
1407,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=50,2014-11-23T23:26:00,Of The Rnclave,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">A ECONOMIC CRISIS</span></span><br/><br/>Hello, I'm Paul Davis. The earthquake in California, and the near meltdown of a power plant in Los Angleas, has caused millions in damages and has caused a mas evacuation of lower California. Almost 1.5 Million people have swarmed cities in the North and Mid West. The Republican house and senate has passed several bills, sending Federal funds to the cities in the west who have recieved the most refugees, these funds are set to be used to expand housing in these cities to accomadate the new people, also these funds will be passed out to keep these families afloat until jobs can be found. These new bills have been met with much praise by those moved by the disaster, and many support the California rebuilding plan, a plan to seperate the effected areas of California into zones based on how hard they were hit and rebuild the least hit first. Many refugees have joined the groups moving west to rebuild, finding a new job, however low paying, with the rebuilding crews. Now to Mark on Wall Street.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">WALL STREET</span></span><br/><br/>Thanks Paul. Recent new's again from Congress, a new bill passed with much anger from major corporations, has forced the removal of Manufacturing from Central American Nations, namely Mexico, the bill requires all removal of American factories back into the USA, while quite a few corporations have already began packing up to move west to capitalize upon the large available workforce now. This again was met with praise, as this is seen as a sign of America's begining on the road to self suffeincy. Thank you and goodnight."
1408,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=50,2014-11-24T09:04:00,Bandwagon,"Shanghai, China<br/>A Uyghur man got on a maglev train at Pudong Airport. He disguised himself as a tourist from the US. He had a very heavy bag which contained a bomb and had a beard and a fashionable hairstyle, like a hipster. ""Yo dudes"" he said while he walked in to a big crowd of people which were standing aboard the train. Two seconds later he shouted ""Allahu Akhbar"" and he detonated his bomb. The train derailed and blood was splattered everywhere. The East Turkestan Islamic Movement and Al Qaeda jointly claimed responsibility.<br/><br/>A tape by leader Abdullah Mansour was released with the main line reading:<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""The blood of the Han Chinese infidels shall drip forever until the children of the Uyghur state obtain freedom.""</span><br/><br/><br/><br/>Al Qaeda later released a statement saying:<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Al Qaeda supports the brave Gambian Liberation fighters. We hope that they will install Islamic rule throughout West Africa. Allahu Akhbar!""</span><br/><br/>Critics were puzzled by Al Qaeda's statement.<br/>One Professor of Islamic Law said ""What is Al Qaeda doing? #absurd #shanghaiattack #glf #alqaeda #eastturkestanislamicmovement."""
1409,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=50,2014-11-24T12:07:00,Pimps Inc,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Televisa Studio,Mexico City</span><br/><br/>.....Now,to our story of the hour,an investigation by the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Policia Federal Ministerial</span>and the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Policia Federal</span>have found evidence to suggest at least half of the entire Mexican government can be found guilty of corruption.The PFM has arrested at least 4 members of the high government and 33 of the members of the Senate and Chamber of Deputies,combined.New members have taken the place of the Deputies and Senators but the 4 Secretaries of the high government are now open positions.The government has announced new elections by next week which has sparked some controversy and criticism from the people and the international community.<br/><br/>Also,all high ranking members of the armed forces have been fired and replaced by younger low ranking members.President Pena has stated that he believes this is also necessary for his five year plan.<br/><br/>President Enrique Pena Nieto responded with an announcement yesterday in the evening.For more on the entire announcement stay tuned.<br/><br/>[TAKEN FROM THE TRANSCRIPT FROM THE NATIONAL ADDRESS]<br/><br/>"".......you must understand that these events are necessary.If you want a Mexico free of corruption and violence,then you must trust me.""<br/><br/><br/><br/>The president also announced the mobilization of an entire battalion of the Special Forces to guard his residence in<span style=""font-style: italic"">Los Pinos</span>at all times.The official response is that they are a safety precaution.<br/><br/><br/>Now,as for the economy rise promised by Nieto,everything seems to be going according to the president's plans and the GDP has started to grow.Organized crime has also gone down by a drastic 70% in the entire country,especially the border regions with the United States.<br/><br/>This was Anita Lopez and good night."
1410,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=50,2014-11-24T14:34:00,The Greater Gambia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">GLP HQ, Somewhere in Eastern Gambia</span><br/><br/>[Taken from Boro Jobateh's statement in response to the Chinese bombing]<br/><br/>""We are deeply appalled by Al Qaeda's actions in China. Some may say we are responsible of the same atrocities, but they are wrong. We keep our attacks to military and government positions. The GLP will not tolerate actions against civilians. Al Qaeda seems to be under the impression that we are their ally, that we have the same goals. I just want to tell the world his, Al Qaeda has no place in the Gambia, not under the GLP, not even under Jammeh. If any Al Qaeda operatives are found to be operating in The Gambia, they will be dealt with extreme prejudice."""
1411,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=50,2014-11-24T15:19:00,New Jordslag,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Northern Ireland</span><br/>""...And now, on the subject of Northern Ireland, I will deliver you some news from the new war there. British were launching a desperate Counter-Offensive into Tyrone, having some success in taking the county back. But at the same time they were taking back Irish land, the FIU used their 'Military' to launch a new Offensive into Armagh County. Making steady progress into the county, British forces are forced to split up to fend them off, thus slowing thief counter-offensive. What will come of this nobody knows, but the polls aren't looking too good for the Social Democrat's popularity... Good night, everyone, from your host, James Williams.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Scotland</span><br/>Despite their early Bravado, things weren't working out well for the Scottish Rebels. Between regular Airstrikes from the HMS Elizabeth, Scotland playing host to a ton of British Ground and Naval bases, and not having as much popular support in Scotland as they expected they would have, they had suffered defeat after defeat. Still, they were youth, and continued their hit-and-run campaign against England.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Gambia, Capital of Banjul</span><br/>Taylor activated the Detonator. The Banjul Garrison blew up, killing and wounding few but causing a lot of shock, considering how far away Banjul was from the Warfront. He hurried to the site to observe his work, pretending to be a shocked Bystander. He was soon pushed back by Gambian Police investigating the site. Cleaning himself off, he began to head for the Gambian Capitol Building. Soon enough, once he was out of sight of Gambian Police and Military, he attached another Bomb to a corner of the Capitol Building. Walking back to his Hotel, he activated that one too. The terror of Banjul continued.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""GLF""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>To: The leaders of the Gambian Liberation Front<br/>From: Ed Miliband<br/>Encryption: Very High<br/>Context: Now that you have an Airfield, that makes things much simpler. Weapons and Supplies are on their way in an Unmarked Plane. We can't mark it, or otherwise we would be condemned for violating Gambian National Airspace. In the Unmarked Plane will also come a Professional Pilot Trainer. Simply send a flight student to him, and you will have a Su-25 pilot in relatively little time. Or, you know, you could just let him fly it. Remember, we need you to win as badly as you do, so don't screw up.</div></blockquote></div></div></div>"
1412,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=75,2014-11-24T16:13:00,The Greater Gambia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Banjul, The Gambia</span><br/><br/>Dwada Amat burst into the GLP safehouse. His comrades, Banta Sonko and Gerey Baldeg, reached for their weapons until they noticed who this intruder was. Amat said with exhaustion from the long run.""The garrison has just been bombed!"" Banta, the leader of the group, looked surprised.""Do they know who did it?"" Dwada shook his head.""The authorities are still investigating. One things for sure though, it wasn't us."" Just then, an explosion shook the safehouse. The three men looked out the window. The capital building was up in flames. Banta composed himself.""We need to tell HQ immediately!""<br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">GLP HQ, Eastern Gambia</span><br/><br/>Jobateh was returning to the base in the back of a camouflaged pickup truck. It's RPD was barely staying on. He had just personally led an assault on a Gambian military outpost. The outpost's defenders were caught off guard by the trucks and their machine guns. The firefight did not take long. He was greeted at the HQ by a message saying to bombs had just gone off in Banjul, one in the local garrison, and the other in the Capital building. ""Could this be retribution for embarrassing Al Qaeda, or could it be our British allies?"" He thought. He decided to ask the British for confirmation.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""UK""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">To: Ed Miliband</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">From: Boro Jobateh (GLP)</span><br/>Encryption: Highest<br/><br/>We have received intel from our men in Banjul that two bombs have just gone off in Banjul, hitting key government and military installations. We would like confirmation that this was your doing. If not, the prospect of a third offical faction in this war is very troubling.</div></div></div>"
1413,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=75,2014-11-24T16:21:00,Dalos,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Pro-Assad town, Syria</span><br/><br/>""ALLAHU AKBAR!"" rang out as the Syrian army defenses were gunned down by IS forces. ""Too late, kufr pigs!"" they yelled at FSA soldiers who were preparing to fire at them. They were under fire by the heavy shelling by IS artillery. ""Takbir! Allahu Akbar!"" the Army of the Khalifa cried as they advanced into the town and raised the flag of the Islamic State. ""You have been liberated!"" the soldiers shouted at they drove through the town. ""You are free!"""
1414,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=75,2014-11-24T16:45:00,Of The Rnclave,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">CAPITAL HILL</span></span><br/><br/>We're here on Capital Hill for the announcement of three new bills, First off, the Megacity bill. This bill will begin in Detroit. This bill pays and lays out the creation of a Megacity in Detroit. The first part of the bill, will be the refurbishing part, where all of Detroit, save the areas bought to create 4 skyscrapers, will be rebuilt, roads repaved and improved upon, and housing and apartments repaired. After the refurbishing part, or Act One is complete, the construction of the Dream Towers, each skyscraper a city within a building, each building including Malls, General Stores, Apartments, Hospitals and more. Each Skyscraper will be connected and linked together. This Bill will take 5 Years and loads of Federal money, but if success if acheived, many see this as the beginning of a comeback by America. The second bill, is the Restore America bill. This bill is the groundwork for a complete overhaul and upgrade to the infasturcture of America. This bill will rework the decaying American infastructure and work to bring American infastructure up to it's place in the world. Act Two to this bill, is the American bullet train system, a winding network of railways to connect every major city of the USA, and replace old railway systems. Now to Davis will the final bill.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">THE PENTAGON</span></span><br/><br/>The final bill, a very controversial bill indeed, is a bill passed to Modernize the American Nuclear force, something most analysts said would only take 1 billion in funds, has been bumped up to 5 billion, as Army strategists look to modernize the force and bring it to the head of the world, as well as form the God's Shield Nuclear attack prevention system. Here's General Jackson to explain.<br/><br/>This God's Shield is wide satellite grid over North America and Asia, that will use advanced EMP and laser systems to knock down a staggering 85% of nuclear missiles as they enter space. This system will ensure that America will not see the horror's of Nuclear warfare, and our allies may be as lucky as we are.<br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://files.abovetopsecret.com/files/img/zo520a0cf3.jpg""/><br/><br/>What you just saw was a rough estimate of what this system may look like. These systems will be in space, and in sprawling command centers on the ground. But, as I've been told I am here to announce another new event. As of April 16, 2016, we will be sending a force of infantry into Iraq to quell the Islamic State and return control to the rightful government. Thank you and Goodnight.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: The Great Republic of Brazil<br/>The United States of America<br/><br/>We send a letter to you, to inquire if you wish to join our plan to construct a sprawling Anti-Ballistic missile shield to protect the America's from nuclear threats, all we require is that you send small amounts of funds an dparticipate in the building of this system. Please answer at your earliest conveincence<br/><br/>President Barack Obama</blockquote>"
1415,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=75,2014-11-24T18:36:00,Apeocia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #FF0040"">Greece National News: Breaking News<br/>Assassination Attempt on President Karolos' Life</span></span></span></span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Today President Karolos was presenting a speech to a crowd of protesters at the Parliament building in Athens this morning. While presenting his speech, gunfire was heard and the president fell to the floor. While most of the crowd fled, some stayed to check if Karolos was alright. They found that he had been shot two times in the abdomen and once in the shoulder. He was rushed to Athens Central Hospital, where he went through and operation to remove the bullets from his body. He is still in the hospital in critical condition, but it is not know whether he will recover or not.</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">*At the Hospital*</span></span><br/>Doctor Yahra returns from her office and comes to check on Karolos, in addition she finds Amanda Sadik, Karolos' English wife. ""Hello doctor, may I ask you some quick questions?"" Asks Amanda ""Sure, what do you want to know."" Replies Yahra ""Will my husband recover?"" Asks A. ""We think he will make a recovery in the next four weeks."" Answers Y. ""Will he be able to continue his term in office?"" Asks A. ""No, he will not be able to serve as president after he has recovered."" Replies Y. ""*Gasp* Can you answer me why?"" Asks A in astonishment. ""His will not be able to handle the physical and mental stress associated with the position."" Says Y. ""Okay, thank you for your time."" Says<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Greece National News: Breaking News<br/>Presidential Elections will soon come from the discharge of President Karolos Sadik</span></span></span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Presidential elections are coming up soon, because of the discharge of Karolos. The elections will be held five months from now. Some citizens are unprepared for this event, while some have been waiting since Karolos was elected.</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">*At the home of the Sadik family*</span><br/>""Son, seeing as you are in the political system, why not run for president?"" Suggests Amanda. ""That doesn't seem all that bad of an idea mother."" Say Scott Sadik, the 26 year old son of Amanda and Karolos. ""How about I get your name on the ballet for the presidential campaign conference."" Says Amanda. ""That sounds like a deal."" Responds Scott. ""What party do you want me to sign you up for?"" Asks Amanda. ""Sign me up for the Democratic Worker's Party."" Says Scott. ""Okay, will do."" Finishes Amamda."
1416,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=75,2014-11-24T19:11:00,Licata,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""National Happenings""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Rome</span><br/><br/>A military parade is being held by the orders of Matteo Renzi. Italian soldiers march through the streets of Rome clad in their ceremonial uniforms. The national anthem blaring ( <a class=""postlink"" href=""https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z3RToBymttA"" rel=""nofollow"">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z3RToBymttA</a> ). Children and patriots cheer as they wave small plastic flags. Veterans in the crowd salute the men who've taken their place as the protectors of the Italian Republic. <br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.globalpost.com/sites/default/files/imagecache/gp3_small_article/Italy-Marchetti-8-17-10-Military-Internships-EDIT.jpg""/></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Basilicata, an Italian Province in the South</span><br/><br/>To show their support for Renzi and his policies, Ferrari began constructing a factory in the South. Today, that factory is complete. 13,000 jobs were created by thin new addition to the South's industry. The factory is to produce a mix of luxury and family cars. The local are happy to see new jobs.<img alt=""Image"" src=""http://cdn.home-designing.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/04/Ferrari-Factory1.jpg""/></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Naples</span><br/><br/>An Italian GIS group was sent into Naples to root out a number of the Mafia's leadership. Several months ago GIS operatives infiltrated the local Mafia and began to map out their operations in Naples. A state of emergency was called in the city of Naples when the operation began. <br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://discoverelitepolice.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/italiannocs4co.jpg""/><br/><br/>The Carabinieri set up a blockade around the city as a brigade of GIS operatives entered the city and began their operation. They targeted the homes of the Mafia leaders and dismantled several illegal drug packing operations. The operation was a total with only ~400 casualties, two of which were deaths. 13,000 Mafia members were captured, they were detained and are being transported to a camp just outside of Naples. The prison camp is protected by a large force from the Italian Army. Most of the Mafia members will be tried for violating the Cultural Protection Laws. <br/><br/>Before the prisoners were taken out of the city, they were paraded before the citizens of Naples. The people of Naples cheered, they are extremely pleased by Rome's intervention in the situation of Naples. <br/><br/>Several politicians were arrested for having connections with the captured Mafia members.</blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Foreign Relations""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">To Greece</span><br/><br/>I am very concerned for your nation. This time, it is not your debt that worries me. The people of Greece grow restless, I'm sure you know this. After all, you've felt their wrath already. That assassination attempt was just the beginning. I'd like you to look over these proposals.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Greece will enact Cultural Protection Laws to encourage unity.<br/>Italian special operation units will work with Greek law enforcement to bust organised crime.<br/><br/><br/>Optional: Joint military training</div></div></div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">To Britain</span><br/><br/>I would like to open up further cooperation between our two people. We share many interests. I would like to host war games on Sardinia. I'm sure you'll accept, after all we are both apart of NATO</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">To USA:</span><br/><br/>Good day, President Obama. I still remember your visit. I have an important issue to address. The people of Italy are growing tired of your presence in Italy. You have roughly 60 bases in my nation, far too many, inefficient really. I would like to to reduce it to three, this should benefit both of us. <br/><br/>I would like to also ask you to relinquish full command of the nuclear arsenal stored in Italy. I have the logistic to the weapons, and it should cut some costs for you. (They are a bunch of 300KT-2MT bombs, nothing really big or important)</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">To the GLP:</span><br/><br/>I would like to support you in your conflict, the current regime in Gambia is brutal and cares not for its people.</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">To Novorossiya:</span><br/><br/>I must demand that you attempt to end your hostilities with Kiev. If you can establish stable relations, I will recognize your independence.</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">To Russia:</span><br/><br/>Mr Putin, I would like to talk about hosting a war game.</blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Plans""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Matteo's Office</span><br/><br/>Matteo looks intently at a map of the world on Google images. <br/><br/>*Thinking to self * ""I must clear a path for Italy's ascension. I must curve Americans power. To do so, I will have to crush their economic puppet. China....""</blockquote></div></div></div>"
1417,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=75,2014-11-24T19:52:00,The Greater Gambia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">GLP HQ, Eastern Gambia</span><br/><br/>Rain was leaking from the to of the tent.Boro Jobateh was growing impatient with the rain smearing the ink. Jobateh then came across a message from the Italian government. He was pleased that the international community was showing support for his rebellion. He responded to the message with haste.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""To Italy""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">From: Boro Jobateh, Leader of the Gambian Liberation Party</span><br/>Encryption: Highest<br/><br/>We are pleased that you agree that Jammeh is a tyrant. If you want to support us, you can send guns, planes and vehicles, as well as people who know how to operate said vehicles to train GLP soldiers on operating them. Please Respond With Haste. Salaam Maleekum</div></div></div>"
1418,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=75,2014-11-24T20:42:00,Licata,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22557729#p22557729"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">GLP HQ, Eastern Gambia</span><br/><br/>Rain was leaking from the to of the tent.Boro Jobateh was growing impatient with the rain smearing the ink. Jobateh then came across a message from the Italian government. He was pleased that the international community was showing support for his rebellion. He responded to the message with haste.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""To Italy""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">From: Boro Jobateh, Leader of the Gambian Liberation Party</span><br/>Encryption: Highest<br/><br/>We are pleased that you agree that Jammeh is a tyrant. If you want to support us, you can send guns, planes and vehicles, as well as people who know how to operate said vehicles to train GLP soldiers on operating them. Please Respond With Haste. Salaam Maleekum</div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""To the GLP""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">So you accept? I will begin moving my forces immediately.</div></div></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Mediterranean Sea</span><br/><br/>The Giuseppe Garibaldi Light Aircraft Carrier and two Maestrale-class destroyers are being redeployed to the coast of the Gambia.<br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.military-today.com/navy/giuseppe_garibaldi.jpg""/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-pmeix14cP4w/UdoUIThYKmI/AAAAAAAAAdc/c1U288TKDVk/s1600/Maestrale_class_Anti-Submarine_ASW_Frigates_Italian_Philippine_Navy_Marina_Militare_top.jpg""/></div></div></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Rome:</span><br/><br/>Matteo Renzi appears on camera for a televised address to the nation.<br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://news.bbcimg.co.uk/media/images/75327000/jpg/_75327705_renzinewap.jpg""/></div></div></div><br/><br/>""Good day good Italians. You may or may not know why I am here now, to talk to you. I am here to announce to both the Italian people and the world, that Italy has had enough with the brutal and unreasonable regime of Yahya Jammeh. He is responsible for the brutalization of hundreds, no thousands. You may be wondering why would we, Italians, want to get involved with the Gambia? Well, to put it simply, principle. We cannot allow this to go on, the destruction of innocent lives.""<br/><br/>Matteo takes a sip from a glass of tea.<br/><br/>""For you do not know of the horrendous acts committed under Jammeh's regime. He has had homosexuals and 'witches' rounded up and executed. In this century... that cannot be allowed to continue. I have ordered a small fleet to go to the coast of The Gambia, they will blockade all trade to the country. We will not directly engage in combat unless the fighting heats up. Thank you and good night."""
1419,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=75,2014-11-24T21:12:00,The Greater Gambia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">GLP HQ, Eastern Gambia</span><br/><br/>The men were huddled around any radio, TV, or the one computer they could find. They were all tuned into the Italian Prime Minister's speech.<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>""Good day good Italians. You may or may not know why I am here now, to talk to you. I am here to announce to both the Italian people and the world, that Italy has had enough with the brutal and unreasonable regime of Yahya Jammeh. He is responsible for the brutalization of hundreds, no thousands. You may be wondering why would we, Italians, want to get involved with the Gambian? Well, to put it simply, principle. We cannot allow this to go on, the destruction of innocent lives.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The men were glad to have a bit of good news. Despite their successes, the GLP was loosing steam.The Gambian Military had been able to fight the rebels to a stalemate, keeping them contained in their pocket in the east. WIth the British aide not arriving yet, and the Gambian government putting it's foot down on black market trading, the situation could have taken a turn for the worst. Luck was on their side however, as this news showed.<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>""For you do not know of the horrendous acts committed under Jammeh's regime. He has had homosexuals and 'witches' rounded up and executed. In this century... that cannot be allowed to continue. I have ordered a small fleet to go to the coast of The Gambia, they will blockade all trade to the country. We will not directly engage in combat unless the fighting heats up. Thank you and good night.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Encampments all over GLP held territory lit up with excitement at this news. The tide had turned once again in their favor. The men began to shoot their weapons in the air in celebration.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, Jobateh begins to adjust his plans to include the possible Italian forces. In one week, the GLP was to renew their offensive by taking Basse Santa Su, This would be the third city to fall under their control. The GLP already control Fatoto and Sutukoba."
1420,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=75,2014-11-24T21:54:00,Kisinger,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Press Release From the Novorossiyian Government</span></span></span><br/>The Government has released statements on several concerning subjects in the Ukraine and Novorossiya.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Concerning the War</span></span><br/>We believe in the Federal Government Novorossiya that the war can easily be ended if nations across the world and the Ukraine recognize us and allow us to negotiate peace. Further more if the Ukrainian Government would call a ceasefire and allow Novorossiyian troops to occupy land rightfully ours that would be must helpful for the people who want independence and those who wish to stay in the Ukraine. We request a vote in all territories requested by us to be held and observed by forces on both sides and for a neutral power to observe as well to prevent either side from intervening.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Concerning the Malaysian Airliner</span></span><br/>We do deny as well the Ukrainian Government involvement in the Malaysian airliner that was downed over Ukraine. Nonetheless we propose a action by both Governments, jointly, to pay reparations to the families as it was undoubtedly either one of our forces. As well we encourage families of the lost ones to take lawsuit against the Airliner's company for knowingly flying over a warzone. From this point on to prevent further loss of civilian aircraft we declare the whole of Ukraine a no fly zone for civilian aircraft.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Addressing the UN</span></span><br/>After all resolutions in the UN have passed we would like to put forward a resolution to recognize the Novorossiyian Government a legitimate government for the people. That is all.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""To Italy""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Dear Esteemed Leaders of Italy,<br/>We are currently trying to establish diplomatic relations with the Government in Kiev. So far it has proved unsuccessful but we are willing to keep trying to bring peace to the people and to the world. We ask you to recognize us along with the Republic of Ireland to seize our legitimacy of our government.<br/><br/>Signed,<br/>Government of Novorossiya</div></div></div>"
1421,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=75,2014-11-25T08:41:00,Republika Srpska Party,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.crwflags.com/fotw/images/r/rs-04.gif""/></div><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">REPUBLIC OF SERBIA</span></span></div><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">РЕПУБЛИКА СРБИЈА</span></span></div><br/><br/>As already five years have passed since the Kosovo crisis, Serbia is still not recognizing it. Since the so called Republic of Kosovo is not a fully recognized country, it isn't allowed to join any organizations such as the European Union or the North Atlantic Treaty Organization. If it does apply, a condemnation will happen on it for attempting to join an world-wide known organization, when it isn't recognized by half of the world already. Anyway, the Prime Minister of Serbia, Aleksandar Vucic is now in fear of getting assassinated, since almost every Serbian hates him, that includes one of the biggest gangs in the Republic of Serbia, the Zemun Clan. He will be moved in a convoy to New Belgrade (Novi Beograd) tomorrow, also Serbia is in fight against Corruption and Crime. The Serbian crime rate is slowly growing and sometimes falling, that's why the Serbian Police must do patrol 24/7, non-stop, the Special Police Units will break into suspected apartments, no matter the Privacy level of it. For now, many guards are on duty at the Government building, and Police Helicopters flying around because of Criminal activities."
1422,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=75,2014-11-25T13:42:00,Pimps Inc,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">All Across Mexico</span></div><br/><br/>Construction crews are beginning to begin their work.Rundown roads,which make up 90% of the roads in Mexico,are beginning to be renovated.Schools are also being planned,with 4 public schools and 2 universities to be completed by the end of the year.The work spaces left behind by the leaving American businesses have been reserved for Mexican businesses.Unemployment rate is going down.<br/><br/>Education,law enforcement,and commerce are receiving a boost in the budget of about 20-25%.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Mexico City,Mexico</span></div><br/><br/>Agent Juarez sat in the interrogation room.It was dark and grimy,just like his mind.He read the newspaper and took small sips of coffee from time to time.He was waiting for his victim.A victim to ""interrogate "".After almost 30 minutes that felt like enternity,the door opened.Through the door entered one of the most dangerous,corrupt,and rich man in Mexico and maybe even the world.Carlos Slim sat down,hands in cuffs and demanded an explanation.<br/><br/>""Why am I here?!I know my rights and-""<br/>Slim finally looked at Juarez and,with a little sense of panic and surprise,realized what was happening.<br/><br/>""What do you want,Juarez?I already gave you those millions for keeping shut.What now?""<br/><br/>Juarez rolled up his newspaper and finished his coffee.<br/>""You seen the news lately,Carlos?Mexico is growing again.""<br/><br/>""Yea,congratulations but companies from the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Gringos</span>are leaving.The economy can't survive.Where are you getting so much from?""<br/><br/>""Let's just say Mexico is going to end corruption.We have 65 billion dollars now from our friends at the border.How much do you win,Slim?""<br/><br/>""None of your business!""<br/><br/>""My dear Slim.You see,the people need money.Your money,more specifically.You are the richest man in the world,I am proud it's a Mexican and not a<span style=""font-style: italic"">Gringo</span>,and so we are going to get 90% of your profits from now on.We,along with everyone in Mexico who isn't a complete idiot,knows most of your money is laundered.If you don't agree then this FiveseveN in my hand will ,hopefully,persuade you.""<br/><br/>""You can't force me to do anything!""<br/><br/>""Oh,really?Then i'll just point this at you and-""<br/><br/>""Okay,look.Fine.90%.Just let me leave!""<br/><br/>Juarez motioned to his guards.<br/>""Get him the fuck out.Keep an eye on him.""<br/><br/>Before Slim exited,Juarez called to him once more.<br/><br/>""Before you go,what do you know about your friend,Salinas de Gortari?Where is he hiding.....?"""
1423,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=75,2014-11-25T14:10:00,Australian Antarctica,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Tibet</span></span><br/>Hit-and-Run attacks became the main weapon of the Blue Swans. Every day small groups of guerrillas were inflicting heavy losses on Chinese forces while sustaining light casualties. There isn't even an HQ anymore, all large-scale operations are run from a Humvee fitted with encrypted satellite internet. The most casualties sustained in any battle has been 34, and that was from a Chinese bombing of a Monastery. The rebellion is growing, now at a size pf 101,000."
1424,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=75,2014-11-25T14:20:00,Pimps Inc,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><hr/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/9/90/Seal_of_the_Government_of_Mexico.svg/482px-Seal_of_the_Government_of_Mexico.svg.png""/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Seal of the Government of Mexico</span></div><br/><hr/><br/><div align=""center"">To:The United Kingdom<br/>From:United Mexican States<br/>Encryption:<span style=""color: #FF0000"">TOP PRIORITY</span></div><br/><hr/><br/><br/><sub>Greetings,leaders of the United Kingdom.I ask for your forgiveness for interrupting your business.I know that you are probably busy running your great country and I respect that.Now you might be wondering why this message has been encrypted in the highest level we have.That is because we are hoping to buy 2 Type 23 frigates.We are willing to pay 720 million in total.The United Kingdom and Mexico have never been hostile to each other and we hope we never will.<br/><br/>We also ask you to help us find a certain man.Salinas de Gortari.He is being investigated for corruption and involvement with Mexican cartels.If you have any information regarding his whereabouts,please let us know.</sub><br/><br/>Sincerely,<br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/d/dd/EPN_Firma.png/119px-EPN_Firma.png""/><br/>Enrique Pena Nieto,President of Mexico</blockquote>"
1425,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=75,2014-11-25T15:31:00,Qubec,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22568557#p22568557"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Tibet</span></span><br/>Hit-and-Run attacks became the main weapon of the Blue Swans. Every day small groups of guerrillas were inflicting heavy losses on Chinese forces while sustaining light casualties. There isn't even an HQ anymore, all large-scale operations are run from a Humvee fitted with encrypted satellite internet. The most casualties sustained in any battle has been 34, and that was from a Chinese bombing of a Monastery. The rebellion is growing, now at a size pf 101,000.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Due to the large increase in rebel attacks the President of China has ordered that the boarders of Tibet be shut down and guarded to prevent any rebels from leaving. A North Korean style boarder has been set up with only a few checkpoints for entering and leaving Tibet and those are only located within China. And additional 100,000 troops have been ordered to do a complete sweep of the forest. All local towns and cities now have military patrols and can only be entered and exited by guarded check points."
1426,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=75,2014-11-25T15:51:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Qubec <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22569753#p22569753"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22568557#p22568557"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Tibet</span></span><br/>Hit-and-Run attacks became the main weapon of the Blue Swans. Every day small groups of guerrillas were inflicting heavy losses on Chinese forces while sustaining light casualties. There isn't even an HQ anymore, all large-scale operations are run from a Humvee fitted with encrypted satellite internet. The most casualties sustained in any battle has been 34, and that was from a Chinese bombing of a Monastery. The rebellion is growing, now at a size pf 101,000.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Due to the large increase in rebel attacks the President of China has ordered that the boarders of Tibet be shut down and guarded to prevent any rebels from leaving. A North Korean style boarder has been set up with only a few checkpoints for entering and leaving Tibet and those are only located within China. And additional 100,000 troops have been ordered to do a complete sweep of the forest. All local towns and cities now have military patrols and can only be entered and exited by guarded check points.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Tibet</span></span><br/>Due to the increased Chinese presence, more and more people join the rebellion. Inside the towns, men are seen attacking Chinese soldiers with weapons smuggled in by Blue Swan troops. In the forests, Blue Swan rebels ambush all Chinese soldiers that are seen trying to attack them. The rebellion size grows to 150,000 troops within days, most are unorganized and untrained, but are still able to put up a fight."
1427,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=75,2014-11-25T16:09:00,Qubec,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Tibet Forest</span><br/><br/>It seemed almost like the army had vanished overnight. There was not a single soldier in the forest or on the international boards. For the first time in a long time the forest was quiet. The silent was interupted by the sound of a plane engine. Hundreds of planes flew over the forest at tree top level. There were so many and they were so loud that it make the ground shake. Suddenly the cargo doors on the planes opened and hundreds of thousands of fireballs fell into the forest engulfing everything. The temperature of the forest rose to over 100 degrees. The smoke could be seen for hundreds of miles. The planes dropped more and more firebombs and bombs on the forest making sure no inch was left un touched."
1428,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=75,2014-11-25T16:19:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Qubec <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22570271#p22570271"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Tibet Forest</span><br/><br/>It seemed almost like the army had vanished overnight. There was not a single soldier in the forest or on the international boards. For the first time in a long time the forest was quiet. The silent was interupted by the sound of a plane engine. Hundreds of planes flew over the forest at tree top level. There were so many and they were so loud that it make the ground shake. Suddenly the cargo doors on the planes opened and hundreds of thousands of fireballs fell into the forest engulfing everything. The temperature of the forest rose to over 100 degrees. The smoke could be seen for hundreds of miles. The planes dropped more and more firebombs and bombs on the forest making sure no inch was left un touched.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Under Tibet</span></span><br/>Since the begining of Blue Swan, tunnels had been built. Over 15,000 miles of tunnels were spread out around Tibet, there was enough space to hold 100,000 men, but currently only 75,000 called the tunnels home. Garage doors were hidden in the sides of mountains that lead to underground Garages, there was enough room to hold 3x the amount of vehicles that the Rebels had. Luckily only 258 men were caught outside in the forest, all perished."
1429,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=75,2014-11-25T17:31:00,Zatak,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-size: 250%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #0040FF""><div align=""Center"">Events</div></span></span><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""color: #00FF40"">Gambia: The Republic of the Gambia and often called simply Gambia) is a country in West Africa. It is surrounded by Senegal, apart from a short strip of Atlantic coastline at its western end. It is the smallest country on mainland Africa.<br/><br/>Gambia is situated on either side of the Gambia River, the nation's namesake, which flows through Gambia's centre and empties into the Atlantic Ocean. Its area is 10,689 square kilometres (4,127 sq mi) with a population of 1,882,450 at the 15 April 2013 Census (provisional). Banjul is the Gambian capital, and the largest cities are Serekunda and Brikama.<br/><br/>The Gambia shares historical roots with many other West African nations in the slave trade, which was the key factor in the placing and keeping of a colony on the Gambia River, first by the Portuguese, during which era it was A Gâmbia, and later by the British. On 18 February 1965, The Gambia gained independence from the United Kingdom and joined the Commonwealth of Nations as Republic of the Gambia. It withdrew from the British Commonwealth in October 2013. Since gaining independence, Gambia has enjoyed relative political stability, with the exception of a brief period of military rule in 1994.<br/><br/>Gambia's economy is dominated by farming, fishing, and tourism. About a third of the population lives below the international poverty line of US$1.25 a day.<br/><br/>Recently a new group has risen to down the oppressive government that plagues them and they have had success yet they were at a large disadvantage but remained strong through it all and even though they were on the verge of defeat a new hope came in the form of Senegal.....<br/><br/>18 hours ago Senegal announced support for the rebels despite international pressure and 2 hours ago launched a supportive invasion of there neighbor but instead of a typical invasion the nation sent men and arms to the rebels in hopes of helping them back on they're feet supported by multiple other countries the military of Gambia was pushed back many soldiers deserting.<br/><br/>The support of the rebels grew and grew daily as the people came out of they're homes to stand up for a new era in which all could live free and with money leading to riots and a eventual raid on the capital that was only stopped by brutal military force which also caused increased support for a new government and hope that the rebels may win after all....</span><hr/><br/><br/><br/><span style=""color: #0040FF"">Blue swan: the land of Tibet is a plateau region in Asia, north-east of the Himalayas, in China. It is the traditional homeland of the Tibetan people as well as some other ethnic groups such as Monpas, Qiang, and Lhobas, and is now also inhabited by considerable numbers of Han and Hui people. Tibet is the highest region on Earth, with an average elevation of 4,900 metres (16,000 ft).<br/><br/>Tibet emerged in the 7th century as a unified empire, but it soon divided into a variety of territories. The bulk of western and central Tibet (Ü-Tsang) was often at least nominally unified under a series of Tibetan governments in Lhasa, Shigatse, or nearby locations; these governments were at various times under Mongol and Chinese overlordship. The eastern regions of Kham and Amdo often maintained a more decentralized indigenous political structure, being divided among a number of small principalities and tribal groups, while also often falling more directly under Chinese rule; most of this area was eventually incorporated into the Chinese provinces of Sichuan and Qinghai. The current borders of Tibet were generally established in the 18th century.<br/><br/>Following the collapse of the Qing dynasty in 1912, Qing soldiers were disarmed and escorted out of Tibet Area (Ü-Tsang). The region subsequently declared its independence in 1913, without recognition by the following Chinese Republican government. Later Lhasa took control of the western part of Xikang Province, China. The region maintained its autonomy until 1951 when, following the Invasion of Tibet, Tibet became unified into the People's Republic of China, and the previous Tibetan government was abolished in 1959 after a failed uprising. Today, the People's Republic of China governs western and central Tibet as the Tibet Autonomous Region; while the eastern areas are now mostly ethnic autonomous prefectures within Sichuan, Qinghai and other neighbouring provinces. There are tensions regarding Tibet's political status and dissident groups which are active in exile.It is also said that Tibetan activists in Tibet have been arrested or tortured.<br/><br/>The blue swan have been fighting for what seems like forever and even as they attack they never seem to get anywhere as the PRC always came back stronger and with more force that only seemed to be a wall blocking the ever growing desire for freedom in the lands but not all was lost yet.<br/><br/>The recent firebombings gave rise to a new form of Nationalism not only in Tibet but across east Asia as people from places like Laos, Thailand, Taiwan and Vietnam came to the group in hopes of helping them not for personal gain but to put a end to the east Asian bully that was China along with this militants and rebels from places in India, Pakistan and such traveled to Tibet in hopes of sharing the knowledge of warfare to the Blue Swan and in training them in they're militant ways.<br/><br/>But the road is long and the fights remain as this conflict seems to grow into a full on civil war yet a civil war that could last for years to come all in the hopes of the Tibetan people..... </span><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""color: #FF0000"">UK: The fighting in Scotland was dying down fast as Scottish rebels all but dissipated but not in the way that they left but instead left to fight with the IRA who were growing extremely violent with the attacks and conflict as they began to look at the Middle east for ideas and ideas they got...<br/><br/>The IRA had began to turn to direct yet surprising assaults on British and Irish military positions implying the same tactics seen in Afghanistan among others. The offensives were backed by the Hamas strategy as they began attacking military positions and targets with hails of rockets and fireworks in a desperate act of destruction as the group built more and more Homemade explosives for they're use.<br/><br/>Along with this more and more foreign fighters began to come to Ireland (Bringing weapons, gear ETC) in hopes of helping the IRA win they're conflict though now this number was small it was growing day by day much like the support for the IRA in northern Ireland.</span></blockquote>"
1430,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=75,2014-11-25T17:37:00,Australian Antarctica,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Around the Internet and on TV</span></span><br/>William Aniston stood in front of a video camera, behind him the Tibetan flag is hung to cover up the dirt wall in the tunnel ""People of the world, I come to you today to ask you to aid us in the fight against China and it's oppressive regime on my people. A few days ago the Chinese firebombed the forest, destroying villages around my nation and causing massive deaths among the inhabitants. Not only that, they have caused on of the largest forest fires ever that is increasing pollution and decreasing wildlife. I am begging you to aid us, for not only our safety, but for the world's. Goodnight"""
1431,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=75,2014-11-25T18:11:00,Licata,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""National Happenings""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Italy:</span><br/><br/>News spreads through the nation of the successful start to the newly named Operation Gambian Freedom. The people look upon the operation as a small conflict and don't really care for it. Roughly 72% of the population holds neutral opinions in regards to the intervention.</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Sicily:</span><br/><br/>The GIS busted a small factory that was packing drugs into cans of Spaghetti sauce. They apprehended 234 workers, of which half were illegal immigrants. The GIS unit found evidence linking the operation to the President of Syracuse. Bruno Marziano was found attempting to flee the nation. GIS operatives tried to detain him, but he resisted. Bruno drew a pistol on the GIS operatives, he was gunned down on the spot. <br/><br/>The government of Syracuse has been purged due to corruption. Elections will be held in a month. The candidates will all under go heavy background checks.</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Aquila:</span><br/><br/>The Bersaglieri held a small exercise in the Provence of Aquila. They practiced using light vehicles and infantry for lighting strikes.</blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Foreign Relations""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Off of the coast of Gambia:</span><br/><br/>The small flotilla deployed to the coast of Gambia had little time to rest as fighting heated up in the theater. Upon arrival they were ordered to engage the Gambian navy. The two Maestrale-class frigates launched their Otomat missiles. <div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.indiandefencereview.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/Common_Anti-Air_Modular_Missile_CAMM.jpg""/></div></div></div> The eight missiles struck true and destroyed the small PT boat fleet with in a minute. <div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i2.ytimg.com/vi/jspEovlEK-w/mqdefault.jpg""/></div></div></div><br/><br/>After the decisive victory over the Gambian navy, the Giuseppe Garibaldi launched its 18 harriers with the mission of striking at the Gambian Army's logistical capabilities. upon entering Gambian air space, the Harriers destroyed the last of the Gambian air force before it had the chance to launch their last two air craft. They continued on to the front line where they dropped the rest of their payload on a small military base. <div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.defencetalk.com/pictures/data/3250/harrier.jpg""/></div></div></div><br/><br/>Casualties: <br/><br/>143 Gambian soldiers.<br/>34 supply trucks<br/>2 Air tractors(air craft)<br/>4 Hai Ou-class fast attack craft<br/> 2 hovercraft <br/>2 PT boats</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">To the GLP:</span><br/><br/>We've begun an operation to dismantle Jammeh's regime. We'll drop radios over your camp, use them to request air strikes. You will be held accountable for all damage to civilian property in strikes called by your men.</blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Plans""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">GIS HQ, Milan</span><br/><br/>The first unit of Fratelli is finally ready for deployment. A fratelli unit is two orphans selected at the age of six for extreme training. They under go four years of conditioning in which they were trained in combat and field tactics. They went through a brainwashing treatment in which they were trained to believe that their entire existence is to preserve the Republic. All of their nerve endings were destroyed, do they'd be resistant to pain. Their life spans were greatly reduced due to their training, they are only expected to live to the age of 20. Their primary mission will be to act as an extension of the GIS anti-terror unit.</blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">DOne</span>"
1432,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=75,2014-11-25T19:03:00,The Greater Gambia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Eastern Gambia, Gambian Military FOB</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">8:00PM</span><br/><br/>""General, can you hear me!?"" Colonel Tourey shouted into the radio. The line had gone quiet. The last thing the Cornell heard was an explosion. Colonel Tourey had no idea what was going on. He tried to radio command in Banjul, but received no answer. The rebels had been quiet for the past few days. It was then that flares shot up into the night sky. Bullets began to fly through the base, killing many of the soldiers. Shortly later, rockets began to hit the base. Colonel Tourey looked up to see an Mil Mi-24 with Senegalese markings on it. The arrival of the helicopter broke the will of many of the Gambian soldiers, causing them to run for their lives. ""GET BACK OUT THEIR AND FIGHT!"" Colonel Tourey shouted, but none of them listened. The Colonel pulled out a pistol and began shooting the retreating forces, killing two of them. Toyota pick up trucks armed with machine guns broke into the base. The Colonel is then surrounded and captured.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">GLP HQ</span><br/><br/>Jobateh had just received word on the Italian airstrikes when he just received another good omen. A helicopter had been spotted flying towards the base. The sentries were about to shoot it down until they noticed it was unarmed and had Senegalese markings. When it landed, a Senegalese general came out, telling them that they had the support of Senegal and that troops and aircraft were here to support them.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Front lines</span><br/>The Italian and Senegalese intervention completely destroyed the Gambian chain of command. The GLP advance was left uncontested, Gambian troops were surrendering in droves, some units even defecting to the GLP. Some towns, due to the unrest some towns had overthrown their local garrisons.By Dawn, the GLP was 25 miles out from the capital. Banjul was not even safe. Local GLP agents had used the airstrikes to instigate an uprising of the populace in Banjul. The recognizable clatter of Kalashnikov's rang through the streets of Banjul. During the chaos, Yahya Jammeh fled to Mauritania."
1433,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=75,2014-11-25T19:41:00,Inis Saor,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Dublin, Ireland</span><br/><br/>The new<span style=""font-style: italic"">Taoiseach</span>of the people, leader of the nation, Gerry Adams stepped up to the podium. It was an elegant, slim thing of fine oak wood with a glossy varnish that made it shimmer in the light. On the front was elegantly engraved the large Celtic harp that was the historical symbol of Ireland. Some of the engraving was coloured with specs of dark green paint. It was subtle enough for one to even doubt the colour was even there, but all the same it added to the sight. It brought most of the attention from the Taoiseach's face as he made his speech. His black and white beard moved up and down and up and down and swung left and swung right. The hair on his head had the same colouration, and there was no denying the man definitely had work done to his teeth, the immaculate white gemstones that they were.<br/><br/>After the formalities work well and truly had to begin quickly. The new Sinn Fein government had been transferred smoothly, and certain unforeseen hiccups will cause hitches to the Republican's plans, but Adams was confident that his party would well and truly bring the nation back together. First things first he had to clear up the domestic situation with the IRA.<br/><br/>A briefing with his new Secretary of Defence brought a new tactic to the table which could help turn the tide in the war. The Army Intelligence agency, G2, had agents now ready for the field. Adams gave the green light, and soon the men would hit the streets to join the swelling ranks of the IRA. Their task was obvious enough, to gather as much information as possible, but when the time was ripe they could just as easily conduct a mission of sabotage and destruction.<br/><br/>The Defence Forces themselves would soon be pulled from Northern Ireland, to concentrate on the affects at home. Special Branch investigators were following up on all leads to suspects and associates in a desperate attempt to shake the core. Arrests brought interrogations which brought names which brought more arrests and the cycle continued. To aid with the situation, Adams appealed to the nation's old friend, Britain.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Prime Minister Ed Miliband,<br/><br/><div style=""margin-left:75px; margin-right:75px; margin-bottom:5px; margin-top:5px"">With the growing attacks on Irish soil, combined with the small numbers and limited resources of the Defence Forces, I am afraid Ireland can no longer assist militarily in the struggle in Northern Ireland. A new temporary Border Patrol wing has been created within the Irish Army, which will be tasked with cutting off the rebels on the Republic from those in the North. The units ranks will be matched with armed elements of the Gardaí.<br/><br/>The Navy has also been put on high alert, and has already seized two major shipments of weapons and supplies bound for the rebels. With so few ships and so much coastline, the task is large. I would like to make a request for five coastal patrol vessels, with sufficient firepower to stop any rebel activity on the water before it even begins. I hope a fruitful offer can be negotiated by our teams.<br/><br/>I am sure our withdrawal from Northern Ireland will not be tidal in the war, and I can assure you we will remain very much a part of the struggle.</div><br/><br/>Signed: Taoiseach Gerry Adams</span></blockquote><br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Galway, Ireland</span><br/><br/>Units from the Western Branch of the Army were moving in on a large farm compound that Air Corps intelligence had reported as being an IRA training camp. Four companies in total were going in the initial assault. The would be traveling in Scorpion light tanks, Pirhanna APCs and near two dozen light fast attack vehicles. Three more companies, two mechanized infantry and one artillery, from the Reserve forces laid in wait. Three Agusta choppers were in the air, each with a six man assault team, and two men with a .50 cal and a 7.62 LMG between them. The Air Corps in truth had no air assault capabilities. One Eurocopter was on stand-by, with a marksman on board. Guard towers and running men were easier to pick from the air.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Info says the farm is really a training camp for the 'RA. We expect about twenty real fighters, the rest greenies. It should be all quiet at the minute, but these boys call emergency meets with near two hundred landing. We have to have the place on lockdown before anything comes, right, so we do this fast ....""</span><br/><br/>In great steel beasts lumbering up to the farm speeches and last words and all sorts were being spoken. The IRA had grown fierce, and showed its ugly hand, a hand that everyone had thought was left behind. It was brother fighting brother now, and the men were scared."
1434,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=75,2014-11-25T19:45:00,Pimps Inc,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><hr/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/9/90/Seal_of_the_Government_of_Mexico.svg/482px-Seal_of_the_Government_of_Mexico.svg.png""/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Seal of the Government of Mexico</span></div><br/><hr/><br/><div align=""center"">To:Ireland<br/>From:United Mexican States<br/>Encryption:<span style=""color: #FF0000"">TOP PRIORITY</span></div><br/><hr/><br/><br/><sub>Greetings,leaders of Ireland.I ask for your forgiveness for interrupting your business.I know that you are probably busy running your great country and I respect that.<br/>We ask you to help us find a certain man.Salinas de Gortari.He is being investigated for corruption and involvement with Mexican cartels.If you have any information regarding his whereabouts,please let us know.</sub><br/><br/>Sincerely,<br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/d/dd/EPN_Firma.png/119px-EPN_Firma.png""/><br/>Enrique Pena Nieto,President of Mexico</blockquote>"
1435,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=75,2014-11-25T22:27:00,Qubec,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""To Blue Swan""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.chinahush.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/09/271pxNational_Emblem_of_the_Peoples_Republic_of_China_svg.png""/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #FF0000"">THE PEOPLE'S REPUBLIC OF CHINA</span></span></span></div><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">TO:</span> Blue Swan<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">FROM:</span> The People's Republic of China</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">It is time to end the violence. Its time to put an end to the loss of innocent lives. It is time to bring peace to Tibet and China. We would like to hold peace talks with your leaders. We will allow you to pick the place and time. Please respond soon.</blockquote></div></div></div>"
1436,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=75,2014-11-26T05:21:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Qubec <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22574294#p22574294"">wrote</a>:</cite><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""To Blue Swan""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><div align=""center"">(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://www.chinahush.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/09/271pxNational_Emblem_of_the_Peoples_Republic_of_China_svg.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #FF0000"">THE PEOPLE'S REPUBLIC OF CHINA</span></span></span></div><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">TO:</span> Blue Swan<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">FROM:</span> The People's Republic of China</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">It is time to end the violence. Its time to put an end to the loss of innocent lives. It is time to bring peace to Tibet and China. We would like to hold peace talks with your leaders. We will allow you to pick the place and time. Please respond soon.</blockquote></div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: The People's Republic of China<br/>From: The Free Tibetan Government(Blue Swan)<br/>We would like nothing more than to make peace, but this cannot happen if you do not grant us independence. My people have grown to love the taste of freedom and will not take anymore of your oppression. What do you say?</blockquote>"
1437,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=100,2014-11-26T06:26:00,Fascist Republic Of Bermuda,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Democratic People's Republic of Korea</span></span></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/3/3c/Emblem_of_North_Korea.svg/400px-Emblem_of_North_Korea.svg.png""/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Chapter 2: Desperation</span></span></div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Pyongyang, North Korea</span><br/><br/>The North Korean Cabinet had gathered in a hurry, and it was painfully obvious. More than one of the Cabinet members looked hungover. Papers were haphazardly sprawled out in front of the members. When Kim Jong-Un walked in and saw the mess, his face turned 13 different shades of purple before sitting down at the head. ""Supreme Leader, the people are starving! We estimate 3 million or more are affected, with the danger of spreading. Already, a few stupid souls have taken arms against the People's Government, but they will be swiftly crushed."" Kim Jong-un, rage barely contained, stood and said, ""Now, do any have you 'experts' have any ideas on how to feed our populace?"" The Minister of Agriculture cleared his throat and said, ""A redistribution of food should prove beneficial, even though it would only mitigate the effects."" Now Premier Pak Pong-ju spoke up. ""An expulsion of all foreigners from Korea should also free up supplies that could aid our people."" More ministers were now jumping into the conversation until Kim Jong-un yelled ""ENOUGH!"" All the Ministers quickly quieted down. A Ch'asu walked in holding a map under his arm. He laid the map out on a table and began.<br/><br/>""Gentlemen, the Imperialists in America are hovering their drones near our land. They have nearly violated Korean airspace on multiple occasions. We can not declare war, not yet, because our Chinese comrades are busy.<br/><br/>""But we can shoot them down. Blasting the drones out of the sky would be preferable, but we could just ask once, and then blow them out of the sky if they refuse. In the meantime, reinforcing the DMZ would make it so the Imperialists don't get any funny ideas.""<br/><br/>The room was filled with whispers, nods, murmurs of agreement. It was decided: the drones would be tolerated.<br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">North Hamgyong Province, North Korea</span><br/><br/>The small village was nestled in the North Korean countryside, a patch of thatch in a seemingly endless quilt of grass. The day was peaceful, birds singing, deer rustling in the grass. The quiet was pierced by the sound of helicopter blades as 2 Mil Mi-24 ""Hinds"" swept over the countryside, scattering any and all wildlife within a 10-meter radius. The village had been under the control of rebels for the past 18 hours, and it was the helicopters' mission to take it back. The tranquil village was pierced with the sound of screams as the first Soviet-made 9M14<span style=""font-style: italic"">Malyutka</span>missiles slammed into the village. As debris rained down, one of the Hinds fired it's gatling gun into the village, blowing up a car and killing many. The other swooped in and hovered as North Korean soldiers rappelled down.<br/><br/>The ill-equipped rebels didn't stand a chance. They were cut down quickly and easily, with only a single North Korean casualty. As the smoke cleared, it was easy to see what had occurred. Flames were everywhere, rubble, debris. But in the wreckage of the village one would not find a single scrap of food. The soldiers had taken more than just lives.<br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Yanggakdo International Hotel, Pyongyang, North Korea</span><br/><br/>The 3 soldiers marched into the lobby, surprising the receptionist, who literally fell back in her chair. The lead soldier raised his Type 58 Assault Rifle and fired into the ceiling, causing a rain of dust. The tourists from all over the world came out of their rooms to see what had happened. A child cried. Another soldier stepped forward and yelled, ""All of you, out here, NOW!"" Even the ones who didn't know Korean understood and ran into the lobby. A few more soldiers came in and started yelling at the tourists to get their stuff packed. The occupants of the hotel, after they had gathered their belongings, were forced into the back of military trucks and driven all the way up to the Yalu River Bridge, where they were dropped off at the Chinese border, before the trucks headed back, disappearing in a puff of smoke that reeked of motor oil.<br/><br/>All across North Korea, tourists were rounded up and expelled- Some went to the Chinese border, everyone else went to the Joint Security Area along the DMZ. Operation Purification had begun.<br/><hr/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""USA""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><div align=""center""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Official Communique Of The Korean Government</span></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/3/3c/Emblem_of_North_Korea.svg/300px-Emblem_of_North_Korea.svg.png""/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">To:</span> <span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The President of United States of America</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Encryption:</span> <br/><span style=""color: #0080FF"">LOW</span><br/>Salutations, President Obama-<br/><br/>We have noticed your drones near our airspace. These aircraft have not left for more than a week, and appear to be heavily armed, as if for a combat mission. We demand you withdraw these aircraft immediately, or force us to shoot them down. Please note that the latter option is not an act of war but an act self-defense, as your warmongering ways have long tried to provoke the DPRK.<br/><br/>-Kim Jong-Un<br/>Supreme Leader of the DPRK</blockquote></div></div></div></div><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""China""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><div align=""center""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Official Communique Of The Korean Government</span></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/3/3c/Emblem_of_North_Korea.svg/300px-Emblem_of_North_Korea.svg.png""/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">To:</span> <span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The President of People's Republic of China</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Encryption:</span> <br/><span style=""color: #FF8000"">MEDIUM</span><br/>Salutations, Comrade President Jinping-<br/><br/>As you are probably aware, the Democratic People's Republic of Korea is suffering from a famine. We require approximately 5 Million pounds of grain to mitigate the effects of this famine. This shipment will be one-time. Thank you for time.<br/><br/>-Kim Jong-Un<br/>Supreme Leader of the DPRK</blockquote></div></div></div></div>"
1438,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=100,2014-11-26T09:56:00,Licata,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""To North Korea""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">To The North Korean Government:</span><br/><br/>I have a proposal. I hope it will ease tensions and feed your people. You will more than likely feel that this is just some imperialistic plot, but society is three meals away from anarchy.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">My demands</span><br/>1. You will demobilize 500,000 soldiers <br/>2. You will use those soldiers to begin clearing your Northern forests.<br/>3. Once the forests are cleared, you will begin farming.<br/>4. The people of Korea must be informed of who gave them said food. <br/><br/>Optional: 5. If you'd like my full support, denounce China and cease all relations with them. <br/><br/>In exchange<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">My offers</span><br/><br/>1. We will provide 1,950,000 tonnes of food for your people over the course of the year. (1,300 pounds of food per person over the course of a year. Annually US citizens eat 1,800. This will feed three million for a year with a fairly healthy diet.)</blockquote></div></div></div>"
1439,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=100,2014-11-26T12:22:00,Pimps Inc,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><hr/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/9/90/Seal_of_the_Government_of_Mexico.svg/482px-Seal_of_the_Government_of_Mexico.svg.png""/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Seal of the Government of Mexico</span></div><br/><hr/><br/><div align=""center"">To:United States of America<br/>From:United Mexican States<br/>Encryption:<span style=""color: #FF0000"">TOP PRIORITY</span></div><br/><hr/><br/><br/><sub>Greetings,leaders of the United States.I ask for your forgiveness for interrupting your business.I know that you are probably busy running your great country and I respect that.<br/><br/>We are hoping to buy a few pieces of military equipment for our armed forces.We would like to request the following:</sub><br/><ul><li>x400 M1126 ACV</li><li>x250 M1128 Mobile Gun System</li><li>DPR to your new combat helmet</li><li>x800 M1117 Armored Security Vehicle </li><li>x15 Blackhawks</li><li>x30 Bell 412</li></ul><sub>As well as the people to train our troops in operating the technology.</sub><br/><br/><sub>Those old Patton tanks you have in reserve have also caught our attention.We will like to buy some of them.We would also like to cooperate in bringing back the X series weapons and turn it into a join project.</sub><br/><br/>Sincerely,<br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/d/dd/EPN_Firma.png/119px-EPN_Firma.png""/><br/>Enrique Pena Nieto,President of Mexico</blockquote>"
1440,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=100,2014-11-26T13:07:00,Mifan,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Al 'Arish, Sinai</span><br/><br/>The fighting in the city was fierce as hundreds of terrorists continued to assault the city. For the last few days, Egyptian Security Forces were able to hold the city after relentless attacks were repulsed, but without help from any Egyptian Forces, they were soon overrun. Soldier after soldier fell, as the last few defenders were finally killed by the terrorists. Those who were captured, were executed on live television.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cairo</span><br/>After days of rioting, the military was finally able to restore order in the capital and other major cities throughout Egypt. There was millions of dollars in property damage and more than 2,000 people were injured after clashes with the military and police. However, this now allows for Egypt to make a counter attack in the Sinai as the military can focus on other objectives.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">West Bank of Nile</span><br/><br/>On the West Bank of the Nile, the 414th Airborne Brigade and the 222nd Air Mobile Brigade were preparing for a counter attack against terrorist forces in the Sinai. A total of 8,000 Egyptian Soldiers would take place in the operation to expel the terrorists and to support the security forces that have been pushed back.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Libya</span><br/><br/>Airstrikes began ton increase as resources were now being freed up and put into use by the military. The air support that Egypt been giving Libya have helped the Libyan Army reclaim large amounts of land, although the militants still control much territory outside of the main cities. A new offensive was being planned between the Libyan and Egyptian Armed forces to eliminate the threat."
1441,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=100,2014-11-26T13:40:00,Australian Antarctica,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Tibet, Near India</span></span><br/>The 3 T99 tanks rolled underground through the only tunnel large enough to transport them into India. After 4 Days they arrived at a private port where they were loaded onto an unmarked cargo ship bound for Cedros Island."
1442,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=100,2014-11-26T13:57:00,Zatak,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-size: 250%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #0040FF""><div align=""Center"">World Crisis Event</div></span></span><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""color: #FF0000"">Ukraine: It was once said ""The most important kind of freedom is to be what you really are. You trade in your reality for a role. You trade in your sense for an act. You give up your ability to feel, and in exchange, put on a mask. There can't be any large-scale revolution until there's a personal revolution, on an individual level. It's got to happen inside first.' and such was the same for East Ukraine who despite a majority seeming to want independence were denied it much like Tibet of course as of now the western governments still called for them to join Ukraine again but the world is vial if you make it your foe and even after all this the Ukrainian Government denied allowing the region any sort independence and said they would hold true to current ceasefires that were in place since 2014 but they had bigger plans.<br/><br/>The people of East Ukraine were desperate as they looked to try and keep up living but growing needs in food and energy were growing and it seemed that next winter could lead to collapse if nothing was done soon enough but that seemed all but hopeless as the Ukrainian military blocked off as much as they could of the border area in a attempt to starve them into submission of course it didnt help that Ukraine airstrikes continued to hit they're food supply daily leading to shortness in areas.<br/><br/>Western politicians all called for NATO intervention in crushing the ""Rebels"" and sadly the people feared the day it may happen as the armed forces began to run out of things like ammunition for they're forces to use at times along with a weak command this gave rise to a very disorganized force fighting the war. <br/><br/>The Ukrainian economy was in ruins as the war pushed on but the military feared any major offensive as Russia sat waiting but the loss of the region would be catastrophic and the nation was not going to have it end like this and as such the people of West Ukraine found what was called a sense of direction and unity as they called for the liberation of they're eastern brothers and liberated they will be....<br/><br/>The time was noon so just a hour ago when the Ukrainian military launched Operation Eats wing as a attempt to crush these foolish rebels once and for all though Russia was a visible threat the government was looking at NATO to protect them if they got involved and so the Operation went as planned and Ukraine launched the first of many attacks as forces crossed the border supported by a number of armor and artillery the people of the divided nation stood in horror as hell broke it's gates although detail on the Invasion, who was being used and such was still unknown.<br/><br/>The Ukrainian government has told Russia to stay out of this as multiple people in the nation both east and west call for peace yet most know that this will not happen as Ukraine like in 2014 calls for western military to come and support operations but after the first hour no news or announcement has been given except by the Ukrainian government who promises to end this with the rebels burning in flames...... </span></blockquote>"
1443,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=100,2014-11-26T14:14:00,Kisinger,"Today is a grim day for Novorossiya, the Western Offensive has broken the back of the once high spirited military. This is the last straw they said, this is the end of this. Letters were sent across the world addressing major powers askin for support.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""USA""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Dear respected leaders of said country,<br/> <br/> We request your help we will accept any proposal except direct annexation, we will join your alliance we will allow bases if you answer our plea of help. <br/><br/> Signed,<br/> Government of Novorossiya</div></div></div><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Russia""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Dear respected leaders of said country,<br/> <br/> We request your help we will accept any proposal except direct annexation, we will join your alliance we will allow bases if you answer our plea of help. <br/><br/> Signed,<br/> Government of Novorossiya</div></div></div><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""China""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Dear respected leaders of said country,<br/> <br/> We request your help we will accept any proposal except direct annexation, we will join your alliance we will allow bases if you answer our plea of help. <br/><br/> Signed,<br/> Government of Novorossiya</div></div></div><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Italy""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Dear respected leaders of said country,<br/> <br/> We request your help we will accept any proposal except direct annexation, we will join your alliance we will allow bases if you answer our plea of help. <br/><br/> Signed,<br/> Government of Novorossiya</div></div></div>"
1444,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=100,2014-11-26T21:17:00,Kargintina,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""To UK""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">To: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland<br/>From: Commonwealth of Australia<br/>We would like to buy six Challenger 2 tanks from you. We believe that it will help with the protection of Australia in the event that the situation in Ukraine boils over and creates a much larger conflict. We will accept any reasonable price you give. Please help your former colony.</div></div></div><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Tibetan-Indian border</span><br/>The SASR climb into a tunnel, it takes them across the border, from there they prepare to extract on back to Australia. They head to a cargo ship headed to Australia where they slip on and stowaway back to Australia."
1445,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=100,2014-11-26T22:13:00,Licata,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Rome</span><br/><br/>Prime Minister Matteo Renzi speaks about the events in Ukraine.<br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://cdn.breitbart.com/mediaserver/Breitbart/Breitbart-London/2014/05/10/renzi.jpg""/><br/><br/>""People of Italy.""<br/><br/>""People of the World.""<br/><br/>""The recent events in Ukraine, are ridiculous. This whole war is pointless. Men, Women, and Children have died. And for what? Limited independence or a united nation, was it worth it? No, I say, no.""<br/><br/>""Yes, yes, being independent is good and all, but would it not be more worth wile to be united as a whole?""<br/><br/>""A solid, united nation is always desired, but is it worth killing your neighbors to maintain what you perceive to be united? ""<br/><br/>He paused for a moment. <br/><br/>""The 'Rebels' are fighting to free them selves from what they see as an oppressive corrupt fallacy. Kiev fights to unite their nation.""<br/><br/>""Will the nation be united if everyone hates one another? Will your independence be worth it when your war torn nation has lost its youth?""<br/><br/>""The answer to both of these questions I present is no. This war is not worth the price. We must create a beneficial solution that will produce a bright future for all in Ukraine. For those who are not Ukrainian, those who believe this conflict doesn't effect them. All conflicts, no matter where they may be, effect us. Every life lost, is a hindrance to human development. Thus, we have to act.""<br/><br/>""I have arranged for the Cavour air craft carrier to go to Ukraine on a peacekeeping mission. Along with it, twenty destroyers and fifteen transport vessels are to be deployed. They will bring both arms and relief supplies. If everything goes to plan, we will have a higher chance of preventing a catastrophe. Italy will do everything within its power to save lives and prevent uncivilized behavior. We will, with time, resolve the problems in Ukraine.""<br/><br/>""Thank you and good day.""<br/><br/><br/>Most Italians who keep up with global politics were stunned that Matteo would be so bold. This move undermines the will of both NATO and the EU. The general populace is worried that this will bring grave consequences, however they do approve of Matteo's actions. Russo-Italo relations may suffer because of this.</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">The temporary Black Sea flotilla begins redeployment. <br/><br/>They bring:<br/>1 Cavour Class Aircraft carrier.<br/>20 destroyers of various classes<br/>15 Transport vessels<br/>30,000 infantry<br/><br/>6 F-35B's <br/>14 AV-8B Harrier II's <br/>10 AgustaWestland AW101's (helicopter) <br/><br/>30k infantry<br/>1000 IFV's<br/>100 AFV's</blockquote><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""To Novorossiya""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">I have arranged for the deployment of a peacekeeper force. Hopefully the Ukrainian government will listen to reason and stop their offensive. Now, for my demands.<br/><br/>[box]<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Demands</span><br/>1. Once my peacekeeper force arrives we will setup a buffer zone, no one an violate it. less you wish for a war.<br/>2. If Kiev accepts our demands, your armed forces will be required to disarm. All weapons will be turned over to my peacekeepers. The weapons will be held in camps, your men who wish to stand on guard in case of an attack may camp out side of these munition depots.<br/>3. Your people mustn't interfere with our relief efforts.<br/>4. Your men must cooperate with my peacekeepers, communication will be difficult but we can adapt. <br/>5. You must reject all Russian assistance in regards to martial assistance.</blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value="" To Ukraine""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">I am stepping in, for your benefit. This war has gone on for too long and it must end. Your offensive is risky, innocent lives are at stake. I ask that you cease your offensive campaign and allow my peacekeeping force to set up their operation. I guarantee you peace, that is if you listen to reason.</blockquote></div></div></div>"
1446,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=100,2014-11-26T23:38:00,Qubec,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22576311#p22576311"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Qubec <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22574294#p22574294"">wrote</a>:</cite><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""To Blue Swan""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><div align=""center"">(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://www.chinahush.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/09/271pxNational_Emblem_of_the_Peoples_Republic_of_China_svg.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #FF0000"">THE PEOPLE'S REPUBLIC OF CHINA</span></span></span></div><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">TO:</span> Blue Swan<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">FROM:</span> The People's Republic of China</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">It is time to end the violence. Its time to put an end to the loss of innocent lives. It is time to bring peace to Tibet and China. We would like to hold peace talks with your leaders. We will allow you to pick the place and time. Please respond soon.</blockquote></div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: The People's Republic of China<br/>From: The Free Tibetan Government(Blue Swan)<br/>We would like nothing more than to make peace, but this cannot happen if you do not grant us independence. My people have grown to love the taste of freedom and will not take anymore of your oppression. What do you say?</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/>We both know that none of us can get everything we want and we must reach a middle ground that will work for both of us. For now I would like to propose a cease fire whIle these talks take place. No talks will take place until an agreed cease fire is reached."
1447,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=100,2014-11-27T00:04:00,Roski,"Dilma cursed under her breath. The world was beggining to collapse, the entire earth was minutes from a massive, massive catastrophe, or a massive war.<br/><br/>Dilma didn't know how to prepare for a catastrophe, that could be anywhere from a meteor strike that hits in an ocean, and instantly kills two hundred million people, or a nation accidently blowing up all of its nukes simultaneously. ""The incompetence of the world might go for a second one, I'm not sure.""<br/><br/>She knew, however, that to prepare for war, she couldn't just defend Brazil. She would have to defend all of South America. The activating Brazilian troops would be of much aid, however, that wouldn't be enough. They had insufficient weaponry, and needed several major upgrades. Including the Brazilian Navy, which would have to defend not only the Atlantic, but the Pacific Oceans. The only way Brazil could do this by the end of 2016 was to call on America. With America, the Brazilians could militarize, as the Americans stood poised to attack anyone who threatened the soveriegnty of various American states. ""From the Tips of Argentina, to the northern most bits of Canada"" she thought, silently. ""I've got to remember that for the speech in Washington.""<br/><br/>Dilma decided that she would take a world tour, in the interest of getting Brazil militarized. Her first stop, Washington, to create a deal involving the CVN-60 USS Enterprise, to London, to secure a purchase of Challenger 1 tanks, then to Berlin, where she would put in an official bid to join the North Atlantic Treaty Organization, then to Moscow, to secure purchase of AK-74Ms and T-90 Tanks, and to Beijing, to secure purchasing of Type 99 Tanks, as well as various forms of APCs.<br/><br/>With the Olympics coming, the meeting in China would further discuss the security detail previously requested by Dilma.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""America""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">To: Barack Obama, President of the United States of America<br/>From: Dilma Rousseff, President of The Federative Republic of Brazil<br/>Greetings, Mr. President. I would like to make a state visit to Washington D.C. to discuss relations, the collapsing world, as well as secure purchases that would Aid Brazil's Military, and aid efforts in California.</div></div></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Rossiya""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">To: Vladimir Putin, President of the Federation of Russia<br/>From: Dilma Rousseff, President of the Federative Republic of Brazil<br/>Greetings, Mr. President. I would like to make a state visit to Moscow to discuss a purchase involving the Brazilian Military and its capability to defend itself.</div></div></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""NPCGermany""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">To: Angela Merkel, Chancellor of the Federal Republic of Germany<br/>From: Dilma Rousseff, President of the Federative Republic of Brazil<br/>Greetings, Mrs. Chancellor. I would like to make a state visit to Berlin involving Brazil and relations between the North Atlantic Treaty Organization</div></div></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""China""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">To: Xi Jinping, General Secretary of the People's Republic of China<br/>From: Dilma Rousseff, President of the Federative Republic of Brazil<br/>Greetings, Mr. Secretary. I would like to make a state visit to Beijing to secure Purchases that will help Brazil defend itself</div></div></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""United Kingdom""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">To: James Cameron, Prime MInister of the United Kingdom of Britian and Northern Ireland<br/>From: Dilma Rousseff, President of the Federative Republic of Brazil<br/>Greetings, Mr. Prime MInister. I would like to make a state visit to London, to secure purchases of items that will help Brazil defend itself, and give the UK additional currency to aid the clean up efforts.</div></div></div>"
1448,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=100,2014-11-27T00:18:00,Mifan,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Italy""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">To: Prime Minister Matteo Renzi <br/>From: Acting President Ibrahim Mahlab <br/>Encryption: <span style=""color: #FF0000"">High</span><br/>As you know, Egypt is in a middle of a large war against terrorists in both Libya and in the Sinai. This is why we have come to ask about the purchase of two Maestrale Class Frigates and two FREMM Class Frigates. We are willing to pay 2.672 billion USD.</div></div></div>"
1449,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=100,2014-11-27T00:20:00,Licata,"<blockquote><div><cite>Mifan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22587846#p22587846"">wrote</a>:</cite><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Italy""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">To: Prime Minister Matteo Renzi <br/>From: Acting President Ibrahim Mahlab <br/>Encryption: <span style=""color: #FF0000"">High</span><br/>As you know, Egypt is in a middle of a large war against terrorists in both Libya and in the Sinai. This is why we have come to ask about the purchase of two Maestrale Class Frigates and two FREMM Class Frigates. We are willing to pay 2.672 billion USD.</div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""To Egypt""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">That sounds like a fair deal. Perhaps you'd like for some sort of an intervention in your conflict?</blockquote></div></div></div>"
1450,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=100,2014-11-27T00:28:00,Mifan,"<blockquote><div><cite>Licata <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22587870#p22587870"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Mifan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22587846#p22587846"">wrote</a>:</cite><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Italy""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">To: Prime Minister Matteo Renzi <br/>From: Acting President Ibrahim Mahlab <br/>Encryption: <span style=""color: #FF0000"">High</span><br/>As you know, Egypt is in a middle of a large war against terrorists in both Libya and in the Sinai. This is why we have come to ask about the purchase of two Maestrale Class Frigates and two FREMM Class Frigates. We are willing to pay 2.672 billion USD.</div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""To Egypt""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">That sounds like a fair deal. Perhaps you'd like for some sort of an intervention in your conflict?</blockquote></div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Italy""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">While, foreign intervention is something we would like to avoid, we deem it necessary in order to eliminate the terrorists quickly. Any aid you send in the fight is appreciated.</div></div></div>"
1451,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=100,2014-11-27T09:27:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Qubec <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22587540#p22587540"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22576311#p22576311"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: The People's Republic of China<br/>From: The Free Tibetan Government(Blue Swan)<br/>We would like nothing more than to make peace, but this cannot happen if you do not grant us independence. My people have grown to love the taste of freedom and will not take anymore of your oppression. What do you say?</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/>We both know that none of us can get everything we want and we must reach a middle ground that will work for both of us. For now I would like to propose a cease fire whIle these talks take place. No talks will take place until an agreed cease fire is reached.</div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Where do you want the talks to take place?</blockquote>"
1452,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=100,2014-11-27T10:14:00,Qubec,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22590623#p22590623"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Qubec <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22587540#p22587540"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>We both know that none of us can get everything we want and we must reach a middle ground that will work for both of us. For now I would like to propose a cease fire whIle these talks take place. No talks will take place until an agreed cease fire is reached.</div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Where do you want the talks to take place?</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/>That's up to you"
1453,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=100,2014-11-27T10:21:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Qubec <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22591014#p22591014"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22590623#p22590623"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Where do you want the talks to take place?</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/>That's up to you</div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">How about America? It is neutral and fairly peaceful.</blockquote>"
1454,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=100,2014-11-27T11:45:00,Zatak,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value="" To the Nation of Italy and others""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""Center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/1/18/MFA_UA_Full.png""/></div><hr/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;""><div align=""Center"">A Official Message from the Ukrainian Department of Foreign Affairs<hr/><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Оціни , розділений ми падаємо</span></span></div></span><hr/><span style=""font-size: 100%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #00FF00"">To: The Nation of Italia</span><br/><span style=""color: #0040FF"">From: Minister of Foreign affairs Pavlo Klimkin</span><br/><span style=""color: #FF0000"">Subject: Response to Italy Peacekeeping </span><br/><span style=""color: #FFBF00"">Notice: Extreme</span><br/><span style=""color: #00FFFF"">Encryption: None</span></span><br/><br/>Address: Kyiv, Mykhailivska sqr., <br/>Address Code: 01018<br/>Phone Number: (+38 044) 238-17-48, (+38 044) 238-17-47<br/>Email; <a href=""mailto:zsmfa@mfa.gov.ua"">zsmfa@mfa.gov.ua</a><br/><br/>Fax; 285-001-0091<hr/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;"">Greetings.<br/><br/>We The Ukrainian government are very displeased by your attempt to interfere in are national business by sending a military force that no one asked for Has it ever occurred to you that one hundred pianos all tuned to the same fork are automatically tuned to each other? They are of one accord by being tuned, not to each other, but to another standard to which each one must individually bow. So one hundred worshipers met together, each one looking away to Christ, are in heart nearer to each other than they could possibly be, were they to become 'unity' conscious and turn their eyes away from God to strive for closer fellowship.<br/><br/>or years, the suspicion that Mr. Putin has a secret fortune has intrigued scholars, industry analysts, opposition figures, journalists and intelligence agencies but defied their efforts to uncover it. Numbers are thrown around suggesting that Mr. Putin may control $40 billion or even $70 billion, in theory making him the richest head of state in world history. For all the rumors and speculation, though, there has been little if any hard evidence, and Gunvor has adamantly denied any financial ties to Mr. Putin and repeated that denial on Friday. But Mr. Obama’s response to the Ukraine crisis, while derided by critics as slow and weak, has reinvigorated a 15-year global hunt for Mr. Putin’s hidden wealth. Now, as the Obama administration prepares to announce another round of sanctions as early as Monday targeting Russians it considers part of Mr. Putin’s financial circle, it is sending a not-very-subtle message that it thinks it knows where the Russian leader has his money, and that he could ultimately be targeted directly or indirectly. “It’s something that could be done that would send a very clear signal of taking the gloves off and not just dance around it,” said Juan C. Zarate, a White House counterterrorism adviser to President George W. Bush who helped pioneer the government’s modern financial campaign techniques to choke off terrorist money.<br/><br/>These rebels are not Ukrainians but are Russians sent by the Kremlin all in the name of trying to rip are nation apart and spread they're own influence under a man who aims at nothing but global power and a new soviet union and if you the nation of italy even try to illegally land your men on are land we will launch a <span style=""color: #FF0000"">Officially Condemning and place sanctions on the Nation of Itlay and those who follow for the invasion of Ukraine and support of Rebels .</span><br/><br/>The following Economic Sanctions will be placed on those who aim to help the rebels if they're help continues these will be followed by more.<br/><br/><ul><hr/><span style=""font-style: italic"">All Ukrainian Made electronics including things such as Phones, Medical and industrial equipment will no longer be supplied or sold to sanctioned nations, there cooperation or there nationals for the time being and any previous order for such will be put in halt for the foreseeable future until these attacks halt.<br/><br/>Sanctioned nations Public technology including phones, Cars or entertainment products will no longer be sold to Ukraine or any Ukrainian company for the time being and as such any order should be considered halted or cancelled although current supplements in Ukraine can be sold for the time being although no future orders can or will be made .<br/><br/>All Ukrainian military items purchased or ordered by the sanctioned nations Armed forces will also be put on halt along with this any previous purchased equipment is not to be acquired till your attacks on this nation stop this includes Weapons, Ammunition, military clothing gear, aircraft, small ships and food rations although once this conflict ends these items may be sent ASAP.<br/><br/>Sanctioned nations energy company's are no longer allowed to do business inside Ukrainian territory or her Economic zone till this conflict ends any ship, plane or activity found to be done in Ukraine will be stopped immediately and any resources and property seized by the Ukrainian government for the time being as such the confiscated land will be returned to there owners after the conflict is resolved.<br/><br/>Ukrainian energy company's are no longer allowed to do business inside Sanctioned nations territory or her Economic zone till this conflict ends any ship, plane or activity found to be done in the Sanctioned nations will be stopped immediately and any resources and property seized by the Ukrainian government for the time being as such the confiscated land will be returned to there owners after the conflict is resolved.<br/><br/>Sanctioned nations Ships and planes will no longer be allowed into Ukrainian territory or economic zone for the time being and all Visas belonging to Sanctioned nations will not be allowed or accepted in Ukraine this is also the same for any Ukrainian wishing to go to Sanctioned nations although Nationals in Ukraine will be deported back along with any diplomatic and embassy staff which will be closed.<br/><br/>All Bank accounts and assets in Ukraine belonging to Sanctioned nations and there Nationals will be frozen for the foreseeable future although they will be freed again once this conflict ends.</span></ul></span><hr/><br/>If you don't want a man unhappy politically, don't give him two sides to a question to worry him; give him one. Better yet, give him none. Let him forget there is such a thing as war. If the government is inefficient, top-heavy, and tax-mad, better it be all those than that people worry over it. Peace, Montag. Give the people contests they win by remembering the words to more popular songs or the names of state capitals or how much corn Iowa grew last year. Cram them full of noncombustible data, chock them so damned full of 'facts' they feel stuffed, but absolutely 'brilliant' with information. Then they'll feel they're thinking, they'll get a sense of motion without moving. And they'll be happy, because facts of that sort don't change.<br/><br/>That was when it was all made painfully clear to me. When you are a child, there is joy. There is laughter. And most of all, there is trust. Trust in your fellows. When you are an adult...then comes suspicion, hatred, and fear. If children ran the world, it would be a place of eternal bliss and cheer. Adults run the world; and there is war, and enmity, and destruction unending. Adults who take charge of things muck them up, and then produce a new generation of children and say, ""The children are the hope of the future."" And they are right. Children are the hope of the future. But adults are the damnation of the present, and children become adults as surely as adults become worm food and that is merely that us Adults are the death of hope and all that is good. The following message is not a warning but a threat for you to withdraw within 48 hours or face the consequences.<br/><br/><br/></span><hr/><span style=""font-size: 130%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Signed,</span><br/></span><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.onlinesignature.in/im/27-11-14/1698261718490417271114.png""/><hr/></blockquote></div></div></div><hr/><br/><div align=""Center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-vf3666_1C8M/U4O6JpfV1gI/AAAAAAAADnU/XPiESMjcO0Y/s1600/Ukrainian+Ground+Forces+%5B%D0%A1%D0%A3%D0%A5%D0%9E%D0%9F%D0%A3%D0%A2%D0%9D%D0%86+%D0%92%D0%86%D0%99%D0%A1%D0%AC%D0%9A%D0%90+%D0%A3%D0%9A%D0%A0%D0%90%D0%87%D0%9D%D0%98%5D+%5BEMBLEM%5D%5BBADGE%5D%5BCREST%5D%5B3D%5D%5B1.5%5D.png""/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #FF0000"">Operation: East wing<br/>Days of operation: 1<br/>Status: Operational and advancing<br/>Hours: 18 in and counting<br/></span></span></div><br/>Two years.... when you say it out loud you start to realize how little of a number that is and to think about all that has happened in this god for saken nation you get to understand that This life is what you make it. No matter what, you're going to mess up sometimes, it's a universal truth. But the good part is you get to decide how you're going to mess it up. If there is no love in the world, we will make a new world, and we will give it walls, and we will furnish it with soft, red interiors, from the inside out, and give it a knocker that resonates like a diamond falling to a jeweller's felt so that we should never hear it. Love me, because love doesn't exist, and I have tried everything that does.<br/><br/>The truth was there was nothing to be happy about now and days as even now the nation remains divided but the people were tired of it and as such it was they're job as the military to deal with the threats even if that meant killing they're own they knew the role they had to play even as they're country fell into depression these men had stored the anger for years and were ready to release it but even then they knew it would not be easy for anyone but they had high hopes for what was to come.<br/><br/>The men were being commanded by commander Stepan Poltorak, a fine man Poltorak was born on 11 February 1965 in the village Vesela Dolyna (located in the Tarutyne Raion, Odessa Oblast). He has served in the military since August 1983. Poltorak is a graduate from Ordzhonikidzevsky highest military command college of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the USSR. Poltorak is a Ph.D. In 2003 he successfully defended his thesis on ""Pedagogical conditions of the skills of the commander unit in the future officers of the Interior Ministry of Ukraine"". In March 2002 Poltorak was appointed head of the Academy of the Interior Ministry of Ukraine in Kharkiv.On 28 February 2014 acting President of Ukraine Oleksandr Turchynov appointed Poltorak commander of the Internal Troops of Ukraine.<br/><br/>When the National Guard of Ukraine was reestablished on 13 March 2014 Poltorak became its first commander on 15 April 2014. On 14 October 2014, Ukraine's Verkhovna Rada approved Poltorak's appointment as Ukraine's Minister of Defence. , replacing Valeriy Heletey, who was appointed head of the State Security Administration after President Petro Poroshenko accepted his resignation and to many he was the perfect man for this job and he was hoping to prove that as he commanded a 20,000 man force invading his own home.<br/><br/>The 17th Armored Brigade and 30th Mechanized Brigade were leading the charged equipped with T-64 and T-64BM ""Bulat"" main battle tanks; BTR-4, BTR-60, BTR-70 and BTR-80, wheeled armored personnel carriers and BMP-1, BMP-2 and BMD-2 infantry combat vehicles. They themselves supported by the 19th Rocket Brigade and 11th Artillery Brigade equipped with Tochka U missile complexes of operational-tactical and tactical missilesGrad, Uragan, Smerch multi-launcher rocket systems, Gvozdika, Akatsiya, Giatsint, Pion, Msta-S, Msta-B, D-30 howitzers,9K114 Shturm, 9M113 Konkurs, 2A29/MT-12 Rapira anti-tank weapons and 82 mm and 120 mm mortars although old the army was still able to get about 400 tanks for the operation and hopefully more later on in the operation.<br/><br/>The equipment was old and were refitted for use making them break down a lot but luckily there were some more modern equipment being used but they had the air under control thanks to some SU-25 and Mig-29 they had refitted which they used to mainly attack rebel artillery and capital region along with any crops they might find. There were not many vehicles available so most solders had walk making this operation even more unorderly then needed of course with 1/3 your army taking part this was a bad thing to happen but it was the first day so who knew.<br/><br/>The plan was simple as destroy the rebels but to do this a few strategic locations needed to be taken starting with the first main target of the Siverskyi Donets River which was a main source of fresh water for the rebel nations being the largest river in the eastern half of the country and a valuable target to control. Next was the coastal city of Novoazovs'k and the surrounding area where the rebels had access to the black sea cutting this off would sever supplies and following a major blockade around the territory would starve them out. the last major target in phase one was Horlivka and the surrounding area as this was the only thing blocking a direct path to the regional center - Donetsk and capturing it would leave the regional capital open to the Ukrainian army.<br/><br/>The military of 20,000 was split into 2 groups with the first one stationed in Mariupol containing about 8000 men supported by 120 of the 400 tanks and a number of APC and IFV sadly there artillery was only about 60 120mm mortars and a few 155 mm artillery pieces but they had support in 5 SU-25 aircraft for bombing there targets. This was the first group to move as they moved over the border about 16 hours ago in a attempt to blitzkrieg the coastal city of Novoazovs'k. the operation started out with a bombing of enemy positions on the border and followed by bombing anything ahead of the advancing men of course the operation was not the best for a few reasons.<br/><br/>The men were not all trained as much as others many being conscripts with only limited training furthermore the men had limited supplies so men were sometimes left without proper food or medications needed hell some went without decent communication gear but they stayed positive they could win this. The other problem was that at the start of the operation they had to stop for half a hour to deal with a few tanks that broke down but they were able to deal with that easily as they moved to take the border city of Lebedyns'ke so they could move on to the main target and surrounding cities. they went fast some with regret for what they had to do but they knew this was needed. The men have advanced and remained outside the city when they began to enter the border city ready to fight.......<br/><br/>The real group of 12,000 got the rest of the capability that was not used of course this group was not to leave till the second day they prepared there forces hoping to outsmart the rebels the force had almost 400 T-84 tanks and a number of armored vehicles and enough supplies to last weeks this was the main force that would go to capture Horlivka before aiming to take Dontesk once and for all these men were the best they could get for now and were supported by a number of aircraft including over twenty Mig-29 aircraft all armed to wipe the rebels out meanwhile remaining forces would work on smaller locations and securing the Siverskyi Donets River before finishing them off once and for all.<br/><br/>The operation was in ready and despite minor protests the government was confident that they could do this and had already sent out a request for help from the US and other European nations the operation was set and there were high hopes for a quick victory by the start of summer ad long as they didnt come in but they had the US so what could go wrong....."
1455,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=100,2014-11-27T12:06:00,Australian Antarctica,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Tibet</span></span><br/>William sat underneath the charred forest, a computer on his desk. The final plans for Operation Black Dragon were almost ready. All ha had to do was send the orders to his field commanders and he was set. He began typing the final plans to send when the ground shook<span style=""font-style: italic"">Another Chinese Shelling</span>he sighed as he thought to himself<span style=""font-style: italic"">This war needs to end soon</span>. Operation Black Dragon was the largest rebel movement since the Tet Offensive in 1968, more than 45 years ago. The final plans were set, soon the Chinese would rue the day they ever arrived in Tibet. He pressed send. Within 10 minutes every Rebel leader had seen and read the orders.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.dharma-haven.org/tibetan/tibet-flag.jpg""/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Operation: BLACK DRAGON</span></span></div><br/>Date: January 21st, 2016<br/>Encryption: <span style=""color: #FF0000"">Extremely High</span><br/>Importance: <span style=""color: #FF0000"">High</span><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Objectives:</span><br/>1. Secure At least one quarter of the nation<br/>2. Capture Enemy Vehicles for Future use<br/>3. Secure positions for future peace talks<br/>4. Gain the support of the people<br/>5. Cripple Chinese communications<br/>6. Attack Chinese HQ in Tibet and Secure Chinese Intelligence<br/>7. Capture Airfields and Aircraft<br/>8. Stop the further deployment of Chinese troops<br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">ROE</span><br/>1. No attacking Civilians<br/>2. Use of chemical weapons is prohibited<br/>3. No incursions outside of Tibet<br/>4. Capture any Chinese possible, no harming prisoners<br/>5. If met with foreign troops, hold fire<br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Time Frame</span><br/>Attack must begin on February 4th and will end when at least 5 of the objectives are met</blockquote>"
1456,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=100,2014-11-27T13:14:00,The Greater Gambia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Banjul, The Gambia</span><br/><br/>The rebels entered the capital virtually unopposed. Italian airstrikes and civilian strife had caused many of the local soldiers to desert from their posts. The rebels were greeted by the population tearing down symbols of the old regime. Many bill boards and statues depicting Yahya Jammeh were torn down and burned. Now that the GLP had control of the country, Boro Jobateh's first deal of business was for The Gambia to rejoin the British Commonwealth and to bring The Gambia into the 21st Century.the easy road to Banjul and the complete collapse of the old regimes military structure had shown that the gambian military was in need of total reform. Jobateh hoped that Commonwealth assistance would make this an easy matter. Improving the Gambia's economy and living conditions would be a monumental task, however. While the people of the Gambia are better off then some of their more impoverished counter-parts, it is still one of the poorest and undereducated nations in the world.major changes would need to be made. The new regime would need to cooperate with it's allies in the region and around the world to improve the Gambia's condition. There was also the matter of Yahya Jammeh. At the beginning of the Italian offensive, Jammeh had fled the country. Fleeing to his residence in Mauritania. Yahya Jammeh had to be brought back to the country to face justice. A message has been dispatched to the Mauritanian government, but so far, no reply has come in.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""UK""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">From: Boro Jobateh of the new Gambian Government</span><br/>Encryption:High<br/>We have done it! We have brought down the regime of Yahya Jammeh. Since you held up your part of the bargain, we will do the same. We will begin making preparations for the Gambia to reenter the commonwealth. However, I would like to request assistance in modernizing the Gambian military. Our march on the capital has shown us the pitiful state of our defense forces. We ask that you send trainers and continue supplying us. Please respond with haste.</div></div></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Italy""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">From: Boro Jobateh of the new Gambian Government</span><br/>Encryption:High<br/><br/>I want to thank you for your assistance in our struggle. If there is anything you need, the Gambia will try to assist you. We owe your country a great debt.</div></div></div><br/><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Mauritania""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">From: Boro Jobateh of the new Gambian Government</span><br/>Encryption:High<br/><br/>We have received information that former president Yahya Jammeh has fled to your country. We ask that you return him to us to be placed on trial for his crimes against the people of the Gambia. Not doing so will greatly damage the relationship between our two nations. Please respond with haste.</div></div></div>"
1457,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=100,2014-11-27T14:21:00,Qubec,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22591083#p22591083"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Qubec <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22591014#p22591014"">wrote</a>:</cite>That's up to you</div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">How about America? It is neutral and fairly peaceful.</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/>Before we continue we need you to agree to an official cease fire"
1458,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=100,2014-11-27T17:02:00,Pimps Inc,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Mexico City</span></div><br/><br/>4:27 P.M.<br/><br/>PRESIDENT ENRIQUE PENA NIETO:Thank you,everybody.Please have a seat.Good afternoon.I want to begin by thanking newly elected Vice President Ernesto Sosa and the newly elected Secretary of Defense Jose Fox for being so eager to begin working here in the government.All the arrangements were terrific and,as always,the new members here could not have been friendlier and better organized.So I very much appreciate everything that you have done so far.<br/><br/>We had a lot of good discussions during the course of these 2 weeks,about many topics,really,and most importantly,the Gortari plan and ways to improve that plan.<br/><br/>This is the final day of a trip that has taken me across the years--a visit that comes against the backdrop of Mexico renewed economic strength.The United Mexican States may not be the longest stretch of uninterrupted private sector job growth in history but soon,that will change.Over the last few years,we've put more people back to work than all the other Mexican administrations combined.And this growing economic strength at home set the stage for the progress that we have made on this journey.It’s been a good week for Mexican leadership and for Mexican workers.<br/><br/>We made important progress in our efforts to open markets to our goods and to boost the exports that support Mexican jobs.We continue to make progress toward a possible North American Union.Our agreement from 2014 with China to extend visas for business people, tourists and students is going to boost tourism, grow our two economies and create jobs for Mexican and Chinese alike.We are also looking to compromise with China,US,and the European Union,especially our great German allies,to pursue a bilateral investment treaty,as well as agreeing on an approach to the Information Technology Agreement that is estimated would support some 30,000 Mexican jobs.<br/><br/>Here in Mexico City,my secretaries announced strategies to increase growth and put people back to work,including a new initiative to support jobs by building infrastructure.Our nations made commitments that could bring another 30 million women into our collective workforce.We took new steps toward strengthening our banks,closing tax loopholes for multinational companies,and stopping tax evaders and criminals from hiding behind shell companies.And these were all very specific provisions.These were not just goals that were set without any substance behind them.We have made very concrete progress during the course of the last several weeks in preventing companies from avoiding the taxes that they owe in their home country and making sure that we've got a financial system that’s more stable and that can allow a bank to fail without taxpayers having to bail them out.<br/><br/>Meanwhile,the breakthrough Mexico achieved with Russia this week allows for a resumption of talks on a global trade deal that would mean more growth and prosperity for all of us.<br/><br/>This week, we also took historic steps in the fight against government corruption.The ambitious new goal that I announced in Baja California will lower the amount of politicians in the Senate and House of Deputies,freeing more funds for our budget, and putting us on the path to a stable Mexico.Combined with my previous commitment--my first before the Gortari plan--we’re showing that there’s no excuse for all of Mexico to come together and achieve unimaginable things.Things greater than any nation,no matter how big,can overcome.I find it necessary to lower the amount to 100 instead of the 430,they are receiving millions of dollars,combined with bribes from organized crime,that could be spent somewhere else.If Sparta could fend off Persia with 300,why do we need 430 to just print a stamp on a new law?<br/><br/>[LAUGHTER]<br/><br/>Now,with the new plans to militarize Mexico.The $6 billion contribution to the Modern Military Fund that I announced yesterday will help developing our aging armed forces deal with lack of funds, modernize the army and invest in solutions for our armed forces to once again catch up with the world's advanced technology.The Mexican High Central Command has been formed and the Mexican Tactical Assault Squad too.I want to commend, by the way,Carlos Slim and Telmex for their $13.5 billion pledge to the Fund.And following the steps we've taken in the Mexico,many companies in Mexico agreed to work to improve the efficiency of communication technology,tactical technology,and weapons technology.Although we will begin the process by buying foreign technology,we will eventually turn to our own ability and ingenuity to maintain our military.Mexico needs to once again be looked at without having foreign countries looking down at it.<br/><br/>And finally,I’m pleased that more nations are stepping up and joining Mexico in the effort to end the crisis in Ukraine.Coming on the heels of our intervention in the Ukraine,the countries committed to helping people in Ukraine to build their capacity to prevent, detect and respond to future problems before they become a crisis.We do not believe neither side is right,in a way,and we support the reaching of a peaceful compromise.Whether it be independence or a simple cease fire,Ukraine must find peace.<br/><br/>So from trade & economy to military investment to the war in Ukraine,this was a strong week for Mexican leadership.And the results will be more jobs for the Mexican people;historic steps towards a formidable military force;and progress towards saving lives not just in Ukraine,but eventually in other places.If you ask me,I'd say that’s a pretty good week.The Mexican people can be proud of the progress that we've made.I intend to build on that momentum when I visit Ukraine in a few weeks.I will make sure that Mexicans will stop being ashamed of belonging to country that has corruption & violence and make Mexico shine again so that you,me,all of Mexico can once again be proud of being a Mexican.<br/><br/>And with that, I am going to take a few questions.I've got my cheat-sheet here.And we’re going to start with Francisco Hermoso of Tijuana.<br/><br/>Q Thank you, Mr. President.Some of your fellow leaders took an friendly approach with President Putin.You had conversations--"
1459,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=100,2014-11-27T17:37:00,Of The Rnclave,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">AMERICAN INNOVATION</span></span><br/><br/>Changes were coming to the American way of life as the year continued. The republican congress had made several changes to the economy that had so far resulted in a boost. The removal of all American factories in Central America back to the USA and into the west affected by refugees from California had given jobs to the affected, as well as housing thanks to Federal funds.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">THE CLEANSING OF THE MISSISSIPPI </span></span><br/><br/>The Mississippi River was a new focus point of the congress, a large federal effort to cleanse the river had been undertaken, as well as several new ports been opened to administer to the river, increasing trade up the river. New Orleans, the mouth to the river, was receiving Federal funds to in large the Port, as well as bigger systems to administer to boast docking in the area.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">A NEW DEFENSE BUDGET</span></span><br/><br/>The Defense budget was getting cuts to what most deemed useless, including the green fuel that cost $112 per gallon. Cuts to these useless items saved more money than most expected, opening further funds to more important acquisitions, such as research into the M1A3 Abrams. Instead of this Jet fuel, to appease Green movements, it was declared a systematic process of changing all military forts and bases to run off of Solar Panels, and the Hoover. Dam would now provide power to Forts within the west.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">DETROIT'S MEGACITY</span></span><br/><br/>The Megacity's construction had so far gone well, the rebuilding of Detroits streets and buildings was well received by the populace, as well as increased trade and funds due to the work. Of all the bought up land one specific area was being made into a Solar Panel farm, the way in which they would power the city. Changes to Detroit's infrastructure was almost the same as the rest if the nation, who's infrastructure was being reworked and rebuilt, the rotting infrastructure being improved upon and furthered to administer to more areas within the nation.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">UKRAINIAN ACTION</span></span><br/><br/>Hours earlier the bombers had taken off from Missouri, 2 Twin B-2 Spirits flew gently along through the sky, armed for a conventional mission, not their nuclear designed purpose. Their targets were military installations of the New Russian Republic, these targets deemed the most important by the Joint Chiefs. Chattering to each other, Satellite images flashing across the corner of their helmets, the screen of the bomber confirming multiple targets they had been told to target. Successfully confirming their targets they released the bombs, the night hiding their and the bombs image, the whooshing of the bombs the only sign of their deployment, several bombs breaking through the air as they rushed to was they targets. Their targets?<br/><br/>- The electrical systems of this city they believed was the capital of the republic<br/>- A military base in the city<br/>- Several bridges connecting the city"
1460,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=100,2014-11-27T17:42:00,Of The Rnclave,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22579350#p22579350"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><hr/><br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/9/90/Seal_of_the_Government_of_Mexico.svg/482px-Seal_of_the_Government_of_Mexico.svg.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Seal of the Government of Mexico</span></div><br/><hr/><br/><div align=""center"">To:United States of America<br/>From:United Mexican States<br/>Encryption:<span style=""color: #FF0000"">TOP PRIORITY</span></div><br/><hr/><br/><br/><sub>Greetings,leaders of the United States.I ask for your forgiveness for interrupting your business.I know that you are probably busy running your great country and I respect that.<br/><br/>We are hoping to buy a few pieces of military equipment for our armed forces.We would like to request the following:</sub><br/><ul><li>x400 M1126 ACV</li><li>x250 M1128 Mobile Gun System</li><li>DPR to your new combat helmet</li><li>x800 M1117 Armored Security Vehicle </li><li>x15 Blackhawks</li><li>x30 Bell 412</li></ul><sub>As well as the people to train our troops in operating the technology.</sub><br/><br/><sub>Those old Patton tanks you have in reserve have also caught our attention.We will like to buy some of them.We would also like to cooperate in bringing back the X series weapons and turn it into a join project.</sub><br/><br/>Sincerely,<br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/d/dd/EPN_Firma.png/119px-EPN_Firma.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/>Enrique Pena Nieto,President of Mexico</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: The United Mexican States<br/>United States of America<br/><br/>This order is easy to complete and we will send these weapons to you as soon as we can. We would also like to reopen the X series, and as well we wish to modernize Mexico's Air Force, to create a balance in Central America. We can sell you the F-35 and F-16's, these should help to modernize your Air Force, as well we can send trainers to instruct your pilots and soldiers with better doctrine to increase efficiency. We hope this will lead to better cooperation between the two of us.<br/><br/>President Barack Obama</blockquote>"
1461,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=100,2014-11-27T18:42:00,The Greater Gambia,"OOC: Updated.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22592977#p22592977"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Banjul, The Gambia</span><br/><br/>The rebels entered the capital virtually unopposed. Italian airstrikes and civilian strife had caused many of the local soldiers to desert from their posts. The rebels were greeted by the population tearing down symbols of the old regime. Many bill boards and statues depicting Yahya Jammeh were torn down and burned. Now that the GLP had control of the country, Boro Jobateh's first deal of business was for The Gambia to rejoin the British Commonwealth and to bring The Gambia into the 21st Century.the easy road to Banjul and the complete collapse of the old regimes military structure had shown that the gambian military was in need of total reform. Jobateh hoped that Commonwealth assistance would make this an easy matter. Improving the Gambia's economy and living conditions would be a monumental task, however. While the people of the Gambia are better off then some of their more impoverished counter-parts, it is still one of the poorest and undereducated nations in the world.major changes would need to be made. The new regime would need to cooperate with it's allies in the region and around the world to improve the Gambia's condition. There was also the matter of Yahya Jammeh. At the beginning of the Italian offensive, Jammeh had fled the country. Fleeing to his residence in Mauritania. Yahya Jammeh had to be brought back to the country to face justice. A message has been dispatched to the Mauritanian government, but so far, no reply has come in.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""UK""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">From: Boro Jobateh of the new Gambian Government</span><br/>Encryption:High<br/>We have done it! We have brought down the regime of Yahya Jammeh. Since you held up your part of the bargain, we will do the same. We will begin making preparations for the Gambia to reenter the commonwealth. However, I would like to request assistance in modernizing the Gambian military. Our march on the capital has shown us the pitiful state of our defense forces. We ask that you send trainers to help us modernize our military and to create our own SAS and continue supplying us. Please respond with haste.</div></div></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Italy""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">From: Boro Jobateh of the new Gambian Government</span><br/>Encryption:High<br/><br/>I want to thank you for your assistance in our struggle. If there is anything you need, the Gambia will try to assist you. We owe your country a great debt.</div></div></div><br/><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Mauritania""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">From: Boro Jobateh of the new Gambian Government</span><br/>Encryption:High<br/><br/>We have received information that former president Yahya Jammeh has fled to your country. We ask that you return him to us to be placed on trial for his crimes against the people of the Gambia. Not doing so will greatly damage the relationship between our two nations. Please respond with haste.</div></div></div></div></blockquote>"
1462,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=125,2014-11-27T18:48:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Qubec <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22593750#p22593750"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22591083#p22591083"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">How about America? It is neutral and fairly peaceful.</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/>Before we continue we need you to agree to an official cease fire</div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: The People's Republic of China<br/>From: Blue Swan<br/>We can agree to a cease fire beginning on February 22nd. As you know it takes a while to contact an entire army.</blockquote><br/><br/>With that, William sent the letter and then emailed his commanders the updated version of Black Dragon:<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.dharma-haven.org/tibetan/tibet-flag.jpg""/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Operation: BLACK DRAGON</span></span></div><br/>Date: January 21st, 2016<br/>Encryption: <span style=""color: #FF0000"">Extremely High</span><br/>Importance: <span style=""color: #FF0000"">High</span><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Objectives:</span><br/>1. Secure At least one quarter of the nation<br/>2. Capture Enemy Vehicles for Future use<br/>3. Secure positions for future peace talks<br/>4. Gain the support of the people<br/>5. Cripple Chinese communications<br/>6. Attack Chinese HQ in Tibet and Secure Chinese Intelligence<br/>7. Capture Airfields and Aircraft<br/>8. Stop the further deployment of Chinese troops<br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">ROE</span><br/>1. No attacking Civilians<br/>2. Use of chemical weapons is prohibited<br/>3. No incursions outside of Tibet<br/>4. Capture any Chinese possible, no harming prisoners<br/>5. If met with foreign troops, hold fire<br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Time Frame</span><br/>Attack must begin on February 4th and must end when by February 21st.</blockquote>"
1463,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=125,2014-11-27T21:28:00,Licata,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Black Sea</span><br/><br/>La Flotilla di Cavour has arrived in the black sea. They were ordered to begin operations once they got the go ahead. Until then they were to prepare for the operation. They selected their targets. The limited rebel logistic capability and the Ukrainian air force were the chosen targets of the fleet's commander.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""To the USA""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">We mustn't take sides in this conflict. What you are doing will only do harm. I ask that you stop, less you wish to spark the flames of war. The region is already unstable.</blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""To Novorossiya""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Things have changed. Will you cooperate with my peacekeepers in attempting to end this conflict?</blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""To Egypt""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">The vessels will begin their journey to you land once the funds arrive in Italy. La Flottila di Giuseppe will redeploy to your waters, they will provide air support for your units. If you locate the leader of your enemies and provide us the location we can end them with little to no risk of failure.</blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""To Ukraine""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">We are trying to end the blood shed and here you are, starting another campaign. You are genuinely paranoid, you are a threat to your own people. Stalin, the greatest enemy of all Ukrainians acted upon paranoia. It seems you are to lost to see reason, I can only hope you do not follow the paths of previous paranoid states.</blockquote></div></div></div>"
1464,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=125,2014-11-27T22:27:00,Mifan,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Sinai</span><br/><br/>Massive airstrikes began against the ISIS backed forces in the Sinai as squadrons of F-16s were deployed from their airfields in mainland Egypt to bomb terrorist forces in the Sinai. For hours, the Egyptian Air Force bombed terrorist positions throughout the Sinai in order to weaken their forces before the ground forces arrived. Fighters had order not to just eliminate enemy positions, but to eliminate enemy supply convoys, in order to cut off the terrorists supply lines throughout the Sinai. Most of the airstrikes were aimed around the occupied city of Hasna, where the terrorist force were engaged in combat against the Security Forces, who have been losing for weeks against the terrorists. So far, the air strikes have taken out more than 6 enemy convoys and estimated about 70 terrorists killed, giving the Security Forces some hope as they now have full military support from the Air Force.<br/><br/>Two hours later, the 414th Airborne Brigade and the 222nd Air Mobile Brigade, began their combat operations in the Sinai. So far they were the only military forces, other than the Security Forces, tasked with fighting the terrorists. Both brigades had the order to help the Security Forces in retaking the city of Hasna from the terrorists and to hold it, until Security Forces were able to hold it, while they go and retake Al' Arish, forcing the Terrorists into the rural areas of the Sinai, effectively keeping them in the open so the Air Force can quickly eliminate them. The task itself seemed difficult as the Security Forces have sustained heavy losses against the enemy and would barely be able to hold Hasna, even if it was retaken by Egypt. So far, the resistance was light against the Egyptian Army as most of the terrorists were stationed around Hasna in order to defend it.<br/><br/>Sa'ka Forces were also deployed throughout the Sinai, with order to locate and eliminate enemy supply depots and to find enemy weak points and exploit them. They would work along side the Security forces until the 414th and 222nd can make it to reinforce the defensive positions. The Sa'ki began to do small incursions into the city of Hasna to relay information back to the Supreme Command about the defensive capabilities the terrorists had. So far, only 1 soldier was killed in a fire fight against terrorist forces, but the information being given is helping the military greatly, as they could now see where and when to strike.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Italy""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">The funds will arrive in about 1-2 weeks. Taking out the terrorist leaders have not been proven successful as, they always seem to gain a new leader after we kill one. The only way for us to win is to completely eliminate the terrorists once and for all.</div></div></div>"
1465,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=125,2014-11-28T08:51:00,New Jordslag,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">India, Classified Location</span><br/>Captain Furlough Smith, and his 35 remaining men, were in a Blue Swan helicopter- no, THE Blue Swan Helicopter. Local Indians had agreed to let them stop at their Heliport, but only for a few hours. Eventually, they would have to head back to Tibet. Two of his Men were healing from serious gunshot wounds, so he would have to leave them behind. The Indians didn't question why they were in Tibet in a Helicopter. They did ask how they got those injuries, and they said they got caught in a Crossfire in Tibet. Which was true. A few hours later, 33 Men packed into the Helicopter, heading back into Tibet. Soon, they spotted a group of Blue Swan forces, and dropped down from the Helicopter. Meanwhile, the Helicopter and it's maintenance team headed back into India. Walking up to what seemed to be the commander of this group of Blue Swan forces, he said: ""This is British SAS. We are here to help you fight the Chinese.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Gambia</span><br/>Terrace Taylor had been injured in the leg by a bullet during the battle for Banjul. Being a top Agent, he knew how to heal himself, and within a few hours he could limp around. Limping over to Rebel forces, he said: ""I come in peace. I am a British agent, and I blew up the Banjul Garrison. Thanks for joining the Commonwealth. Anyways, I have received orders to meet with your leader. Can you take me to him?""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">North Ireland</span><br/>While Scotland had been taken back, things weren't going so well in North Ireland. While a recent Counter Offensive had taken back half of Tyrone, the Rebels now held Armagh, yet another county, bringing the population of the FIU to 295,000. British forces, however, now held the advantage. The HMS Queen Elizabeth had arrived, providing daily Airstrikes on FIU positions, and British forces slowly pushed back into Armagh, taking towns and eliminating Rebel pockets.Tyrone was also losing Land, and FIU forces in the south were unable to help, as they were busy fighting skirmishes with the Republic of Ireland. Rebel forces were being pushed back, but now they were gathering all forces in Aramagh to launch a quick Counter offensive, while minor Offensives were being launched in Tyrone, to slow British progress there.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""The GLP""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">To: The leaders of the GLP<br/>From: Ed Miliband, Honourable Prime Minister of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland<br/>Encryption: Low<br/>Context: I apologize for not getting back to you sooner. I feared that Jammeh would intercept my messages. He may have an Incompetent Military, but you don't have to be competent to intercept messages to Rebel leaders. Anyway, now that you have joined the Commonwealth, our Agent there will help you train your own SAS, should you so wish. My only demand is that you make the motto of your SAS '<span style=""font-style: italic"">Who Dares Wins.</span>"" It can be in any language that you like, but the time-honored rule of every SAS is that it's motto is '<span style=""font-style: italic"">Who Dares Wins.</span>' If you wish to set up an SAS,must follow that one rule and we'll have it up for you in no time. Anyway, even though our aid was not able to arrive in time, in time, it shall arrive the same time you get this letter. A. Pilot Trainer is with the aid, to help you set up your Air Force. We will keep pouting aid into your devastated country until you tell us to stop, that much I promise. Good day, and happy rebuilding.</div></div></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Italy""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">To: The Italian Government<br/>From: Ed Miliband, Honourable Prime Minister of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland<br/>Encryption: Very low<br/>Context: We would love to do War Games on Sardinia with you, but as you can plainly see from the news, our Military is VERY busy in North Ireland. So sorry, but no.</div></div></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Mexico""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">To: The Mexican Government<br/>From: Ed Miliband, Honourable Prime Minister of Great Britain and Ireland<br/>Encryption: Low<br/>Context: Consider it sold. Deliver the cash, and the ships will be heading to Mexico. As for that Criminal, we have heard of him through certain Underworld informants in Liverpool. He is somewhere in Ireland, but we cannot pinpoint where. If you send Spec Ops teams to Ireland,you might just find him. Speaking of which, if you do that can you use them to help us out in North Ireland every now and then? Thanks!</div></div></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Australia""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">To: The Australian Government<br/>From: Ed Miliband, Honourable Prime Minister of Great Britain and Ireland<br/>Encryption: Nonexistent<br/>Context: Considering you are part of the Commonwealth, you are doing the most in aid efforts, and it is only Six tanks, I think you can just have them for free. They are on their way to Sydney.</div></div></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Brazil""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">To: The Brazilian Government<br/>From: Ed Miliband, Prime Minister of Great Britain and Ireland<br/>Encryption: Low<br/>Context: Sure, come and visit London. It's nice to have quiet, Civil visits from World Leaders these days. Not that they happen very often, but I guess that's what makes it nice. As for selling you equipment to defend yourself with, we have little to spare, but I'll see what we can do.</div></div></div>"
1466,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=125,2014-11-28T09:03:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Jordslag <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22601608#p22601608"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">India, Classified Location</span><br/>Captain Furlough Smith, and his 35 remaining men, were in a Blue Swan helicopter- no, THE Blue Swan Helicopter. Local Indians had agreed to let them stop at their Heliport, but only for a few hours. Eventually, they would have to head back to Tibet. Two of his Men were healing from serious gunshot wounds, so he would have to leave them behind. The Indians didn't question why they were in Tibet in a Helicopter. They did ask how they got those injuries, and they said they got caught in a Crossfire in Tibet. Which was true. A few hours later, 33 Men packed into the Helicopter, heading back into Tibet. Soon, they spotted a group of Blue Swan forces, and dropped down from the Helicopter. Meanwhile, the Helicopter and it's maintenance team headed back into India. Walking up to what seemed to be the commander of this group of Blue Swan forces, he said: ""This is British SAS. We are here to help you fight the Chinese.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Gambia</span><br/>Terrace Taylor had been injured in the leg by a bullet during the battle for Banjul. Being a top Agent, he knew how to heal himself, and within a few hours he could limp around. Limping over to Rebel forces, he said: ""I come in peace. I am a British agent, and I blew up the Banjul Garrison. Thanks for joining the Commonwealth. Anyways, I have received orders to meet with your leader. Can you take me to him?""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">North Ireland</span><br/>While Scotland had been taken back, things weren't going so well in North Ireland. While a recent Counter Offensive had taken back half of Tyrone, the Rebels now held Armagh, yet another county, bringing the population of the FIU to 295,000. British forces, however, now held the advantage. The HMS Queen Elizabeth had arrived, providing daily Airstrikes on FIU positions, and British forces slowly pushed back into Armagh, taking towns and eliminating Rebel pockets.Tyrone was also losing Land, and FIU forces in the south were unable to help, as they were busy fighting skirmishes with the Republic of Ireland. Rebel forces were being pushed back, but now they were gathering all forces in Aramagh to launch a quick Counter offensive, while minor Offensives were being launched in Tyrone, to slow British progress there.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Tibet</span><br/>The leader of the Blue Swan Group ordered his men to raise their weapons at the intruders ""We don't need your help anymore, you abandoned us at the massacre in the HQ and stole our one working helicopter. If you wan't, you can find the boss in the tunnels, but leave the helicopter with us"""
1467,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=125,2014-11-28T10:31:00,Mifan,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Inside the city of Hasna</span><br/><br/>Two Sa'ka squads were hiding in two buildings, six blocks from each other. They have been stationed in the city for three days, waiting for when the Army breaks the enemy lines and liberate the city. ""Thunderbolt 1, this is Thunderbolt 2, we are preparing to give Cleopatra the poison. I repeat, we are giving Cleopatra the poison."" ""Copy, we will meet at the lair and push from there."" Both squads knew that a terrorist leader was spotted and that he would be inspecting the defenses. Two birds with one stone, considering that the Supreme Command didn't state that the Sa'ka couldn't destroy the enemy defenses.<br/><br/>As the two squads moved towards the targets, 4 squadrons of 4 F-16s flew over head and used their missiles to eliminate terrorist forces in the city, weakening their defenses before the main assault took place. After about 30 minutes of avoiding patrols, the Sa'ka squads, reached their meeting points and prepared to attack the small supply depot in the city. They moved into their positions and waited for the word to assault the depot. After identifying the leader, they opened fire on the unsuspecting guards. The squads were able to eliminate about 7 guards before they were ale to regroup and return heavy fire on the squads. The 20 spec-ops used their better tactics and training, to take out the remaining guards and the leader, before planting charges and blowing up the depot.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">2 Miles outside of Hasna</span><br/><br/>Security Forces were dug in, waiting for reinforcements. For days, they have been a stalemate between them and the ISIS Forces. While they haven't been gaining any ground the ISIS backed army, were stopped and couldn't gain any ground. Airstrikes have kept them at bay while they waited for the Army to reinforce them. Firefights and small skirmishes, took place across the line. Finally, the 414th and the 222nd arrived and began to improve the defenses. Their orders at the moment was to hold the line until the Supreme Command gave them the order to assault the city.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cairo</span><br/><br/>Word has been received that President Sisi would survive his injuries and would be able to return to office in 1-2 months. Celebrations took place throughout the capital as the popular president would be able to run the country once again."
1468,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=125,2014-11-28T13:00:00,Pimps Inc,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><hr/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/9/90/Seal_of_the_Government_of_Mexico.svg/482px-Seal_of_the_Government_of_Mexico.svg.png""/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Seal of the Government of Mexico</span></div><br/><hr/><br/><div align=""center"">To:United Kingdom<br/>From:United Mexican States<br/>Encryption:<span style=""color: #FF0000"">TOP PRIORITY</span></div><br/><hr/><br/><br/><sub>The money has been wired for the Type 23s.We will soon send Mexican Tactical Assault Squads to assist in Ireland.At one point during the operations,however,we will have to send our men to find Salinas.He is in Dublin,we are sure of that,but he most likely has security.His capture needs to be kept secret.<br/><br/>We have also been looking at expanding trade with the EU.We plan to slowly make the EU one of our top trading partners,and replacing the US with the European Union.<br/><br/>I look forward to working with you.</sub><br/><br/>Sincerely,<br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/d/dd/EPN_Firma.png/119px-EPN_Firma.png""/><br/>Enrique Pena Nieto,President of Mexico</blockquote>"
1469,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=125,2014-11-28T13:04:00,The Greater Gambia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Banjul, The Gambia</span><br/><br/>Due to the airstrikes and British sabotage, the capital would have to be rebuilt. Boro Jobateh and the leaders had made the temporary seat of government at the Cape Point Hotel. Boro Jobateh had been adjusting quite well.He had been in living in the middle of the jungle for the past few months. He was glad to return to civilization. Jobateh looked outside his window, the hotel had pools, hot tubs, and other excess's that many Gambians will not even see, let alone use. Jobateh hoped to bring these gifts of the west to every Gambian. He wanted to make the Gambia into a 1st world country, the envy of the impoverished masses of Africa. A messenger came into the room. ""We've found a European saying he's with the British."" Jobateh had received a message from the British earlier that morning. It put Jobateh's worries to rest about some terrorist group operating in The Gambia. ""send him in, I want to speak to him.""<br/><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""UK""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">From: Boro Jobateh, head of Gambian temporary Government<br/>Encryption: High<br/><br/>We have found your agent and he is on his way to my office as I type this. I have also gained confirmation that your supplies have landed at the landstrip. Thank you for your continued support. Once our military is in good condition, we can provide support of about 500 troops in your conflict in northern Ireland, with your permission, of course. The British may not have always been allies of the Gambian people, but your aide in our conflict has shown that the UK now, is our ally. You can count on us to support you in your endeavors. Salaam Maleekum.</div></div></div>"
1470,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=125,2014-11-28T13:19:00,Pimps Inc,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><hr/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/9/90/Seal_of_the_Government_of_Mexico.svg/482px-Seal_of_the_Government_of_Mexico.svg.png""/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Seal of the Government of Mexico</span></div><br/><hr/><br/><div align=""center"">To:People's Republic of China<br/>From:United Mexican States<br/>Encryption:<span style=""color: #FF0000"">TOP PRIORITY</span></div><br/><hr/><br/><br/><sub>We have also been looking at expanding trade with China.We plan to slowly make China one of our top trading partners,and replacing the US with you.We could start with a free trade agreement.<br/><br/>I look forward to working with you.</sub><br/><br/>Sincerely,<br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/d/dd/EPN_Firma.png/119px-EPN_Firma.png""/><br/>Enrique Pena Nieto,President of Mexico</blockquote>"
1471,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=125,2014-11-28T14:15:00,Australian Antarctica,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Tibet, Northern Front</span><br/>Cheng Yu held one of the few Stinger missiles in his hands. He was one of the 120 men tasked with capturing the small airfield. To his right was the lone M2 machine gun team, to his left a group of riflemen armed with M16A4s. He gripped the launcher waiting for the signal. ""ATTACK!!"" the commander screamed through his megaphone. All at once 120 men rushed the small Airfield, Cheng being one of the more important attackers. He aimed the Stinger at the lone attack helicopter and fired.<span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">WOOSH</span></span>the missile left the tube and rushed at the helicopter as it began to take off. It exploded into a giant ball of flame, it's crew incinerated. The rest of the men swarmed the airstrip and killed the small garrison of 50 while sustaining only 18 casualties.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Tibet, Central Front</span><br/>Huan Xu emerged from the tunnel, his M107 heavy in his hands. He had to take up position before the convoy arrived. Him and his 50 man team were to destroy a Chinese command convoy heading for a remote village important to the war effort. He took up position underneath some brush and waited for the convoy. He saw it coming down the road ten minutes. The convoy was large, consisting of 2 APC followed by 4 Humvees and one command vehicle. Huan aimed at the lead Humvee's driver and waited for the 2 APCs to be destroyed before he took his shot.<span style=""font-style: italic"">BOOM</span>the lead APC exploded,<span style=""font-style: italic"">BANG</span>the second was hit, but not destroyed. He fired his 50. Cal rifle and less than a second later the driver's head exploded into a red mist. The ambush continued with Huan killing every soldier that stuck his head into the open, then the General stuck his dumb head out into the open,<span style=""font-style: italic"">BANG</span>his head exploded. He began to pack up when he heard the familiar woosh woosh of a helicopter's rotors.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Damn</span>was his last thought before his whole world blew up after the helicopter launched it's deadly payload at the attackers. 28 rebels were killed, including Huan, who's story would be circulated around the internet in an effort to drum up support for blue swan.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Tibet, Southern Front</span><br/>Commander Wen Yu sat behind the controls of one of the 5 T99 tanks being used in the assault. A veteran Chinese tanker, Wen knew his way around the T99, some might say he was the best in the entire PRC. His tanker units objective was to capture the Chinese supply depot. The base's defenders were undergunned and undermanned compared to the 1,100 man attack force supported by 5 T99s and 5 Humvees. Wen aimed his cannon at the guard tower and fired. The HEAT round left to barrel and destroyed the tower, and it's HMG crew. The men rushed the compund and began killing the occupants. The Chinese in the barracks were the first targets. An M2 was set at both exits and when the men tried to defend the base they were cut down. The battle lasted only half an hour and left 122 Rebels dead and 527 Chinese dead.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Tibet, Blue Swan HQ</span><br/>William sat behind his desk, the first reports in his hands. The attack was going great, over 100 miles had been secured within an hour and more positions were falling every minute. At the end of the night, his men had driven to the city of Saga where the Chinese had dug in.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Map""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><img alt=""Image"" src=""https://docs.google.com/drawings/d/1jtO6WeZKe-k-wPFro0z_nKrdf_PTv_JSuJP7mV5YW3g/pub?w=358&amp;h=225""/></div></div></div>"
1472,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=125,2014-11-28T15:18:00,Of The Rnclave,"]<div align=""Center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://graphics8.nytimes.com/images/2010/08/04/business/04economist--mulligan/04economist--mulligan-blogSpan.jpg""/></div><br/><br/>Here's Congressman Jackson Anderson to announce the new changes coming to America. Here he is-<br/><br/>-Ehem- God, I was a little late today, had to buy some coffee form staying up and writing this speech, so um here we go-<br/><br/>This chart shows people employed in manufacturing, mining, logging and construction versus jobs for federal, state and local government employees (including teachers). You can see this trend isn’t good.<br/><br/>So I’d say Obama’s Plan A is SNAFU’d. Meanwhile, about 49 of the 50 states are running budget deficits that they can only balance by slashing expenses. Congress has shown it’s in no mood for a second stimulus package. Yeah, I’d say worries about a double-dip in the economy are right. And if things aren’t handled correctly in Washington — and you’ve got to admit their track record isn’t good — never mind a recession, we could even see another depression.<br/><br/>So what are we going to do? Some answers are elusive, but others are obvious — at least to me. Too bad there’s no one with any guts in Washington, because doing any of these things requires putting the country ahead of special interests.<br/><br/>Still, since I’ve got the soap box, here’s what I would do …<br/><br/>#1) Save $12.2 Billion a Month. And by that, I mean call our troops home from Afghanistan and Iraq — immediately. This is nothing against our troops, who have done a great job in wars they didn’t pick to fight. But both wars, together, cost us $12.2 billion a month over and above our normal military budget. And that doesn’t include the countless loss in blood and broken bodies that you really can’t put a price on (how much would I have to pay you to blow your legs off?).<br/><br/>It’s funny to me (not ha-ha funny) that all the people in Washington calling for austerity don’t seem to notice this extra $12.2 billion a month we spend on wars we can’t justify that are waged for the benefit of people who hate us. A big chunk of the money is looted by corrupt governments in Kabul and Baghdad, and then there’s the run-of-the-mill looting done by defense contractors.<br/><br/>Here’s a few facts you may not know about the wars …<br/><br/>We have spent more than $700 billion in Iraq alone since the war began; it will easily cost American taxpayers $1 trillion before we leave there.<br/>The Pentagon budget for 2010 is $693 billion — more than all other discretionary spending programs combined. America spends 44% of the entire world’s military budget. Surely, some other countries can pick up the spending for their own defense.<br/><br/>Palm Jumeirah<br/>Billions of dollars in aid to Afghanistan have been tracked to Dubai, where well-connected Afghans buy luxury villas built along the beaches of the Palm Jumeirah — a man-made island shaped like a giant palm tree — and live it up on your tax dollars. The Afghans looting it up in Dubai include a brother and a cousin of Afghan President Hamid Karzai. So, you can see that Afghanistan is rotten to the very top. I don’t want to spend another damned dime there!<br/><br/>President Obama was elected on a promise to end the wars. Instead, he’s expanded them, apparently after listening to bad advice from the brass hats. If it was me, I’d tell the generals to make plans to get the boys home in two months. That might send the right message.<br/><br/>So, $12.2 billion a month adds up to $146.4 billion a year saved.<br/><br/>Tens of thousands of Afghan civilians and hundreds of thousands of Iraqi civilians died because we went to those countries; they can’t do worse if we leave. Sooner or later, both Iraq and Afghanistan have to work out their own problems. And let’s say the bad guys take over Iraq. Then they’ll be just like Iran, a country with bedbug-crazy leaders who will still sell oil to anybody … including us.<br/><br/>#2) Hit China Where It Hurts. I’m so sick of China’s song and dance about how they might allow the value of their currency, the yuan (or renminbi), to climb a little. They’ve been playing this “maybe we’ll let the yuan float” game since 2005. For Pete’s sake, why does anyone believe them? China’s artificially low currency is a HUGE trading advantage that is sucking American jobs overseas. It needs to stop — NOW!<br/><br/>Most people don’t seem to remember — I guess it’s selective amnesia — that China suddenly devalued its currency by 30% when it pegged the yuan to the U.S. dollar. And it slowly and steadily devalued it even before that — the yuan traded at 1.5 to the U.S. dollar in 1980; the yuan trades around 6.8 to the U.S. dollar now. So, the answer is obvious — put a tariff on Chinese goods. If you want to be fair, make it a 30% tariff. The Chinese are never fair — so, feel free to make it as high as 50%.<br/><br/>The “free marketeers” will tell us tariffs are bad. Well, tariffs were good enough for our founding fathers, who slapped big tariffs on goods from England, another country that waged economic war against us after the Revolutionary War. And frankly, after all the bank bailouts, Detroit handouts, and Wall Street welfare going on for at least the last two decades, no market is truly free.<br/><br/>To be sure, slapping a tariff on Chinese imports would make prices of all the goods we buy from China — most everything you buy from Wal-Mart — go up by 30% or more. It would be a HUGE dislocation in our economy as well as theirs. I’m not saying it would be fun — I’m saying it’s necessary. Our throw-away lifestyles are being artificially propped up by the fact that we’re shipping our manufacturing base piece-meal to China.<br/><br/>And sure, China would probably retaliate by slapping a tariff on goods we sell them. They have more to lose than we do. China’s exports increased 48.5% in May from a year earlier.<br/><br/>But you know what else a tariff program would do? It could start pulling jobs back from China to the U.S. The problem is that the jobs could just go to another low-wage manufacturing country. That’s why we need to put “fair-wage” tariffs on all imports. The alternative is to see America’s manufacturing base continue to be eaten away until our economy is as rotten and hollow as a termite-infested log.<br/><br/>One last thing: The U.S. trade deficit was $380.66 billion in 2009. If we could cut that in half, that would be effectively a $190 billion stimulus package every year, without incurring any debt in the process.<br/><br/>#3) Reinstate Glass-Steagall. The financial reform getting worked over in Congress right now is a toothless wonder. It does nothing to address the main problem on Wall Street, which is that the banks we apparently can’t allow to fail are entwined with the trading houses that are ripping us off.<br/><br/>At one time, banks did boring ol’ banking and brokers gambled with other people’s money. This was due to the Glass-Steagall Act, passed in the 1930′s to help prevent a recurrence of the 1929 market crash and the Great Depression. It provided strict separation of the activities of various types of financial firms, the overlapping of which was significantly responsible for creating the late 1920′s market bubble and subsequent crash.<br/><br/>Glass-Steagall forced financial firms to divest themselves of overlapping operations and focus on their core business. Reinstating Glass-Steagall is the most obvious financial reform needed. The fact that the Obama administration opposes reinstating Glass-Steagall raises another needed reform.<br/><br/>Since some of the banks we bailed out have paid back some of the money, the total cost of the bailout is now expected to be $89 billion. Since Wall Street will repeat its mistakes unless we change things, reinstating Glass-Steagall will probably save us at least another $89 billion.<br/><br/>#4) Close the Revolving Door between Wall Street and Washington. The major players shuttle between top jobs in Washington and Wall Street. As a result, the government is “captured” and in effect becomes an arm of Wall Street, passing laws to make bankers richer rather than protecting average citizens.<br/><br/>In the late 1990s, Sandy Weill, then head of Citicorp, led the fight to rescind Glass-Steagall. Phil Gramm, the chairman of the Banking Committee, worked with Citigroup lobbyists to get it the repeal passed. The repeal was called the Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act after the three Republican senators who pushed it through Congress. President Clinton embraced the repeal.<br/><br/>According to PBS’s “Frontline,” just days after the Treasury Department agreed to support the repeal, Clinton’s Treasury Secretary, Robert Rubin, accepted the job as Weill’s chief lieutenant at Citigroup. Phil Gramm went on to become an executive at UBS, another giant bank that was a big beneficiary of repeal.<br/><br/>What is needed is obvious. If you work in the government, you can’t work on Wall Street for 5 years. Period. That may mean we’ll have to accept that we don’t have the best and brightest in those jobs. Considering that the best and brightest seem to be ripping us off, I’ll settle for competence and adherence to the spirit as well as the letter of the law. It will be far less expensive.<br/><br/>#5) Legalize the Underground Economy and Tax It. Everybody wants services, but nobody wants to pay higher taxes … that you need to pay for services. And those expensive wars that President Bush started and President Obama is continuing? NOBODY wants to pay for them, either. The fact is, we need to get more inflow to match our outgo. The place to get mo’ money is to legalize the underground economy, an economy that is operating tax-free right now. I’m talking about marijuana.<br/><br/>According to analysis by CNBC, marijuana could be a $100 billion business if it was legal. And a Harvard University paper, “The Budgetary Implications of Drug Prohibition,” projects that legalization of marijuana could yield over $20 billion in tax revenues and enforcement cost savings.<br/><br/>And it’s not like we’re winning the war on drugs. If anything, we’re losing. Look at this chart from the DEA on eradication and seizure of pot plants …<br/><br/>National Cannabis Eradication and Seizures<br/><br/>The numbers aren’t going up because less people are growing pot. Quite the opposite. Marijuana prohibition is working out about as well as alcohol prohibition did in the 1920s — it enriches criminals, criminalizes users, and robs the public treasury of potential tax dollars.<br/><br/>Hey, you don’t want your taxes to go up? Neither do I! So legalize pot and tax it. And consider legalizing other underground economies as well. According to Wikipedia, my favorite source of possibly made-up statistics, prostitution is a $108-billion-a-year business. What if we legalized and taxed that as well? Every dollar in taxes a prostitute pays is potentially one less that YOU have to pay.<br/><br/>My Point: There Are Solutions to This Economic Mess<br/><br/>People say: “Well, we CAN’T reinstate Glass-Steagall … we CAN’T legalize pot.” Hey, if we aren’t willing to try “taboo” solutions, then it sure looks like we’ll continue down the same road we’re going down now … and some potential outcomes aren’t pretty.<br/><br/>One book I recommend to everyone is “Collapse: How Societies Choose to Fail or Succeed” by Jared Diamond. In the book, Diamond tells the fascinating story of the Norse people who lived in Greenland many hundreds of years ago. Their world underwent changes that threatened their way of life and their very existence.<br/><br/>The Greenland Norse lived on an island that was surrounded by fish … oceans of fish … but they refused to eat fish. Fish was taboo for the Greenland Norse. The winters got colder and colder, killing the crops and livestock in Greenland until the remaining Norse starved … even though fish were packed gill to gill off their shores.<br/><br/>There were other people in Greenland during those cold winters — the Inuit. They had no problem eating fish. They lived while the Norse died.<br/><br/>I want America to be as flexible as the Inuit. We should recognize that things need to change. Maybe we can’t afford to be the world’s policeman anymore … or to let Wall Street rob us blind … or to let certain parts of the economy (the illegal parts) operate scot-free from taxes.<br/><br/>I think we can all agree that the national economy and the global economy are both on slippery slopes. It’s time to think outside of the box. We just need an effective leader who is willing to grow a pair and try some real solutions. If you don’t like my solutions, come up with others. But don’t tell me America can’t be fixed. It can be fixed … you just have to be willing to do it.<br/><br/>Hope for the Best and Prepare for the Worst<br/><br/>If we wish to survive as a nation, let alone thrive, we must pass reforms to keep up with what needs to be done. Does everyone agree with these changes? No. But they Must. Be. Done. Here's more changes we want to be passed, and will be voted upon.<br/><br/>1)	The tax code. We need a far more equitable tax code where those who get the most benefit out of the American economy also pay the largest amount of the tax burden. ‘To whom more is given, more is required.’<br/><br/>2)	Elimination of Super Pacs and an absolute limit on the amount of money that could be spent on an election. In order to accomplish this we also need a shorter campaigning season, say, no more than 6 months for a national office and no more than 3 months for state or local office.<br/><br/>3)	Term limits for Senators and Congressmen, but longer terms for Congressmen, say four years.<br/><br/>4)	No pork barrel addendums to otherwise good bills allowed in Congressional legislation.<br/><br/>5)	Actual reporting of news, both nationally and locally. We are all beyond tired of the insanity of simply reporting car accidents, robberies, fashion trends and other trivial matters, while little or absolutely nothing is said about world news and how it impacts America. This is remarkably shortsighted considering we do indeed live in a global economy and a global village these days and what happens in Greece affects us all. One of the worst offenders at reporting non-news as news is CNN. Instead they report conjecture, possibilities, opinions rather than facts. Of course Fox news is just as bad from another angle, deliberately reporting everything from a very conservative slant. So much for unbiased or relevant reporting in both cases.<br/><br/>6)	A complete revamp of the fast food industry. In an age where almost 40% of all Americans are clinically obese, and about half of those are morbidly obese it is time for the fast food industry to take responsibility for the punking or should I say porking of America. I suggest the hospital and pill bills be sent to them to pay. Watch the documentary ‘Super Size Me’.<br/><br/>7)	A complete banning of the use of hand held phones and texting by drivers of automobiles with stiff penalties for violations. This is insanity on wheels.<br/><br/>8.) We have a legal drinking age, apparently we need also a legal gaming age, say 21 for some of the obscenely violent video games turning the minds of our teens and twenty-somethings to mush.<br/><br/>9)	More bipartisan efforts to rebuild the infra-structure of America. Our roads, and bridges and tunnels, etc. are desperately in need of repair, and since we are so dependent on trucks and cars, and since most forms of mass transit never get outside of towns, we must do something and soon. This ought to be something everyone in Congress could agree on.<br/><br/>10)	Apparently we need far more regulations on banks and on Wall Street who seem regularly to be able to throw away billions, and pass the bill on to ordinary customers. We need to look at some of the way fiscally much more conservative countries deal with such matters.<br/><br/>11)	Far less money spent on the military industrial complex and its industries and far more on education and normal job creation.<br/><br/>12)	More reliance on NATO and other such organizations instead of America trying to be the world’s policemen all by ourselves.<br/><br/>13)	The banning of completely false advertising, such as all the nonsense on TV these days about clean coal. There is no such product. There are no factories in America that produce such a product. We need to get entirely AWAY from fossil fuels which ruin our environment and while we are at it away from nuclear energy since we have no answer to the danger questions or to what to do with nuclear waste. Instead, we need massive investment in alternative clean energy sources such as solar and wind and hydro-electric. It is time for us to stop being so short-sighted. Even at best fossil fuels will not solve our long term energy problems.<br/><br/>14)	The revamping of the whole way we handle the illegal immigrant issue. On the one hand it’s obvious that we continue to need blue collar workers and so it should be possible for Hispanics and others willing to do such work, to work their way to citizenship in a reasonable amount of time. On the other hand, it is absolutely necessary that we have enforceable laws when it comes to entering this country legally. A person should not be able to break in line in front of those who have followed the legal procedures for entering the country and becoming citizens, simply because they have been working here for a considerable period of time.<br/><br/>15)	As Jesus once said, ‘what good is it if you gain the whole world and lose your soul’. Applied to education, it will do us no good to be much better at math and science, if we are totally ignorant of great literature, can’t write a decent term paper, and have no interest in becoming an articulate and thoughtful and literate human being. In short, we need more emphasis on the humanities and not just on the sciences and math. We need as many people who know Greek as those who know geek.<br/><br/>16) Enough with the stupid Viagra etc. ads. This amounts to pouring gasoline on an already towering inferno of lust among sex crazed males in a sex obsessed culture. You are not helping the situation drug companies!! A sin tax should be imposed on all such drugs, like the sin tax on cigarettes.<br/><br/>17) Enough with the ‘newest is the truest and the latest is the greatest attitude’. This just fuels obsessive buying of stuff we don’t really need.<br/><br/>18) There should be penalties for advertizing products that are hazardous to human health and well being, for example, for advertising pornography and prostitution. Major TV networks (are you listening ESPN) who advertise such things under cover of late hours darkness should be fined for every ad shown.<br/><br/>19) Enough with major sports unions ruining college sports. For example, the NBA player’s union has refused to agree to a rule that would keep athletes who enroll in college there for at least two years (see the NFL agreement by comparison). We don’t need any more rent-a-players in college basketball who don’t even pretend like they are student-athletes. They do not represent the college they play for. They are simply show-casing themselves for professional scouts (are you listen U.K. and coach Calipari?).<br/><br/>20) We could do with a lot fewer ‘personal injury’ ambulance chasing lawyers who give good lawyers a bad name. And America needs to take some reality pills in regard to its ‘entitlement’ mentality, a mentality that just fuels frivolous litigation.<br/><br/>I'm sorry if you all don't agree with all these changes, but to continue to thrive, things must be done to change the things that don't work. Thank you for your time"
1473,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=125,2014-11-28T15:41:00,Of The Rnclave,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">THE CENTER OF THE SHIELD</span></span><br/><br/>A mission to the moon, to create the center base for the God's shield program had been announced. Army engineers would be taken to the spot where they would construct it and construction would begin, scientists form several different nations would come along as well bit for different reasons then the Americans. Supplies to complete the skeleton of the main building and radar system would be sent with them for construction. A possible space race had begun."
1474,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=125,2014-11-28T18:57:00,The Greater Gambia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Gambian upper river Airfield, Eastern Gambia</span><br/><br/>The British cargo plane began it's descent, the soldiers watched as it landed."" looks like the toubabs finally decided to show up."" one of the soldiers said in his native Mandinka. The commander was angered by his sarcasm."" You think because the war is over, you can just sit on your asses all day!?"" he hit the soldier upside the head.""Go unload the plane,NOW!"" The commander and the soldiers walked up to the plane. While the soldiers were unloading the plane, the commander greeted the British pilot. ""Hello, I am commander Mboge."" The soldiers mocked the pilot as they carried a crate of guns off the plane. The pilot didn't understand the language they were speaking, he was only able to pick up a few words here and there such as toubab. The commander yelled at them in their tongue.""Sorry about them, these fools wouldn't know what end of a gun to aim. Come, you must be hungry from your long journey."" the commander escorted the pilot to the mess hall. His entry turned the heads of everyone in the room."
1475,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=125,2014-11-28T20:45:00,Qubec,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">TO:</span> Blue Swan<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">FROM:</span> The People's Republic of China<br/><br/>The cease fire is to far away and can not be accepted. Your recent actions have caused us to lose much faith in a peaceful resolution. We demand a cease fire now or there will be no talks of peace and we will be forced to retaliate using extreme means.</blockquote>"
1476,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=125,2014-11-28T23:51:00,Of The Rnclave,"<blockquote><div><cite>Roski <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22587717#p22587717"">wrote</a>:</cite>Dilma cursed under her breath. The world was beggining to collapse, the entire earth was minutes from a massive, massive catastrophe, or a massive war.<br/><br/>Dilma didn't know how to prepare for a catastrophe, that could be anywhere from a meteor strike that hits in an ocean, and instantly kills two hundred million people, or a nation accidently blowing up all of its nukes simultaneously. ""The incompetence of the world might go for a second one, I'm not sure.""<br/><br/>She knew, however, that to prepare for war, she couldn't just defend Brazil. She would have to defend all of South America. The activating Brazilian troops would be of much aid, however, that wouldn't be enough. They had insufficient weaponry, and needed several major upgrades. Including the Brazilian Navy, which would have to defend not only the Atlantic, but the Pacific Oceans. The only way Brazil could do this by the end of 2016 was to call on America. With America, the Brazilians could militarize, as the Americans stood poised to attack anyone who threatened the soveriegnty of various American states. ""From the Tips of Argentina, to the northern most bits of Canada"" she thought, silently. ""I've got to remember that for the speech in Washington.""<br/><br/>Dilma decided that she would take a world tour, in the interest of getting Brazil militarized. Her first stop, Washington, to create a deal involving the CVN-60 USS Enterprise, to London, to secure a purchase of Challenger 1 tanks, then to Berlin, where she would put in an official bid to join the North Atlantic Treaty Organization, then to Moscow, to secure purchase of AK-74Ms and T-90 Tanks, and to Beijing, to secure purchasing of Type 99 Tanks, as well as various forms of APCs.<br/><br/>With the Olympics coming, the meeting in China would further discuss the security detail previously requested by Dilma.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""America""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">To: Barack Obama, President of the United States of America<br/>From: Dilma Rousseff, President of The Federative Republic of Brazil<br/>Greetings, Mr. President. I would like to make a state visit to Washington D.C. to discuss relations, the collapsing world, as well as secure purchases that would Aid Brazil's Military, and aid efforts in California.</div></div></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Rossiya""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">To: Vladimir Putin, President of the Federation of Russia<br/>From: Dilma Rousseff, President of the Federative Republic of Brazil<br/>Greetings, Mr. President. I would like to make a state visit to Moscow to discuss a purchase involving the Brazilian Military and its capability to defend itself.</div></div></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""NPCGermany""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">To: Angela Merkel, Chancellor of the Federal Republic of Germany<br/>From: Dilma Rousseff, President of the Federative Republic of Brazil<br/>Greetings, Mrs. Chancellor. I would like to make a state visit to Berlin involving Brazil and relations between the North Atlantic Treaty Organization</div></div></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""China""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">To: Xi Jinping, General Secretary of the People's Republic of China<br/>From: Dilma Rousseff, President of the Federative Republic of Brazil<br/>Greetings, Mr. Secretary. I would like to make a state visit to Beijing to secure Purchases that will help Brazil defend itself</div></div></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""United Kingdom""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">To: James Cameron, Prime MInister of the United Kingdom of Britian and Northern Ireland<br/>From: Dilma Rousseff, President of the Federative Republic of Brazil<br/>Greetings, Mr. Prime MInister. I would like to make a state visit to London, to secure purchases of items that will help Brazil defend itself, and give the UK additional currency to aid the clean up efforts.</div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To- Brazil<br/><br/>UNITED STATES OF AMERICA<br/><br/>We agree to this and look forward to this meeting, where we might secure betetr economic and military ties to work towards better cooperation in the America's.<br/><br/>President Barack Obama</blockquote>"
1477,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=125,2014-11-29T01:28:00,Bandwagon,"Moscow, Russia<br/>Five Chechen and Two Tatar Men men boarded an Aeroflot plane that was going from Moscow Sheremetyevo Airport to New York-JFK. The plane took off. It was all normal until the men unbuckled their seatbelts straight after landing and ran. One of them picked up a metal trolley and threw it at the pilot and then hit the co-pilot unconscious with a golf club. One of them then took control of the plane. Then an announcement came:<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Hello Infidels of Russia and the USA. Today you will die for Allah's wishes. You people time after time keep annoying Allah, then you will die. I will die with you, don't be worried. You will go to heaven if you die now, but go to hell if you don't. Allahu Akhbar!""</span><br/>Some passengers attempted to be vigilantes, but that angered the Al Qaeda fighters more.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Your blood shall drip. Your blood shall drip. Your blood of your relatives will drip if you cannot prove to me you are not an infidel.""</span><br/>They then flew the plane lower and lower till they got to the Moscow State University building.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Your fate has come because of your lack of faith. Allahu Akhbar!""</span><br/>The plane hit the building and then there was a loud bang.<br/>Smoke could be seen from all over Moscow.<br/>Al Qaeda had carried out a second major attack outside the Middle East in a short period.<br/>""New York here we come! New Delhi here we come! Paris here we come! London here we come! Infidels blood shall drip!"" a member of Al Qaeda anonymously told a news source."
1478,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=125,2014-11-29T01:56:00,Qubec,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">TO:</span>Dilma Rousseff, President of the Federative Republic of Brazil<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">FROM:</span>The People's Republic of China<br/><br/>We will be able to provide security and a secure place to stay while you are here. The president as well as other officials will be able to meet and speak with you regarding what you will require."
1479,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=125,2014-11-29T06:25:00,New Jordslag,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Banjul, The Gambia</span><br/>Terrance was pushed roughly into the room, and he staggered up to Jobateh's desk. He sighed. ""Jobateh, next time hire men who act less like goons and more like Soldiers. This is no way to treat your allies."" He said, his accent was obviously posh. He brushed the dust off his shoulder. ""Anyway, I was indeed the top British Secret Agent who blew up the Banjul Garrison and part of the Capitol Building, thus making your job in invading the city easier. I have come here to discuss training your own Special Forces, as there is no better SF trainer than me.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Gambian Upper River Airfield, Eastern Gambia</span><br/>The Pilot nodded. He was used to this sort of shit. He was Adams Mattingham, a RAF veteran of the War in Iraq. Of course he would be used to friendly commanders and hostile Grunts. And, of course, he spoke with a Cockney accent. ""We brought our Pilot Trainer. He'll have you a fully working Air Force in no time. Anyway, our supplies should be enough to destroy any and all remaining pro-Jammeh Hideouts. Not that you needed the help, but still. We also brought along 10 Well-Trained and Well-Armed soldiers to serve as a sort of token garrison force to protect your country. If you want us to bring them back, we will."" The Pilot looked and realized the last crate was being carried off. ""Ah, that's the last of the weapons. So, do you want the Garrison Force?"""
1480,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=125,2014-11-29T08:15:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Qubec <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22609619#p22609619"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">TO:</span> Blue Swan<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">FROM:</span> The People's Republic of China<br/><br/>The cease fire is to far away and can not be accepted. Your recent actions have caused us to lose much faith in a peaceful resolution. We demand a cease fire now or there will be no talks of peace and we will be forced to retaliate using extreme means.</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: The People's Republic of China<br/>From: Blue Swan<br/>Extreme means??? Like trying to burn down an entire jungle??? This attack was ordered over a week before we even began these letters. It took you over a week to respond to my last letter. I can halt this battle in 2 weeks, no less.</blockquote>"
1481,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=125,2014-11-29T10:29:00,Australian Antarctica,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Saga, Tibet</span><br/>The battle for Saga had reached a deadly standstill. Within 2 hours of the beginning half of the city had been reduced to rubble. There were no longer any battle lines, in some places a Tibetan squad would be just a floor below a Chinese squad and not even know it. Snipers had become hunters, staying in one place for hours, picking off soldiers like a carnival game. Commander Wen Yu was waiting outside of the city in his tank, waiting for the roads to be cleared for his tank. After waiting for 3 hours in his cramped tank, he decided to get out and stretch. His second in command, Zhao Bai decided to follow him. ""I can't believe how long we've been waiting"" Zhao said<br/>""I know, I wish we would get a chance to fight"" Wen responded and jumped when a shell landed 30 yards from the two tankers. Just then a Tibetan commander ran up to them. He shoved to AK47s into their hands ""Get into the battle, NOW!"" Before ether of them could argue, the commander ran off. They followed a squad of Rebels into the town and were almost blown away within a minute by an RPG fired from a window. It was utter chaos, everywhere men were dying, their bodies convulsing as bullets ripped into them. Wen and Zhao ran into an abandoned shop and saw a grisly sight, an entire family murdered. They couldn't look for long because a group of Chinese began firing on the small shop. Zhao was ripped in half as the<br/>QBZ-95 bullets tore into his body. Wen was lucky, only getting hit in the leg. He limped up the steps and found a Chinese sniper, his rifle trained on the street below. Wen aimed his rifle at the Chinese soldiers head and fired. The sniper's head was blown to bits as an entire mag was emptied into it. He couldn't celebrate his victory for long, when a Shell landed just behind him, blowing his body into a million pieces.<br/><br/><br/>Outside of the city, 25,000 Tibetan troops were amassing for a final push."
1482,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=125,2014-11-29T10:38:00,Of The Rnclave,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bandwagon <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22612147#p22612147"">wrote</a>:</cite>Moscow, Russia<br/>Five Chechen and Two Tatar Men men boarded an Aeroflot plane that was going from Moscow Sheremetyevo Airport to New York-JFK. The plane took off. It was all normal until the men unbuckled their seatbelts straight after landing and ran. One of them picked up a metal trolley and threw it at the pilot and then hit the co-pilot unconscious with a golf club. One of them then took control of the plane. Then an announcement came:<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Hello Infidels of Russia and the USA. Today you will die for Allah's wishes. You people time after time keep annoying Allah, then you will die. I will die with you, don't be worried. You will go to heaven if you die now, but go to hell if you don't. Allahu Akhbar!""</span><br/>Some passengers attempted to be vigilantes, but that angered the Al Qaeda fighters more.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Your blood shall drip. Your blood shall drip. Your blood of your relatives will drip if you cannot prove to me you are not an infidel.""</span><br/>They then flew the plane lower and lower till they got to the Moscow State University building.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Your fate has come because of your lack of faith. Allahu Akhbar!""</span><br/>The plane hit the building and then there was a loud bang.<br/>Smoke could be seen from all over Moscow.<br/>Al Qaeda had carried out a second major attack outside the Middle East in a short period.<br/>""New York here we come! New Delhi here we come! Paris here we come! London here we come! Infidels blood shall drip!"" a member of Al Qaeda anonymously told a news source.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">AMERICA</span></span><br/><br/>Word of what had transpired in Russia quickly reached America, all airlines being grounded and Air Force F-16's filling the sky. Every US military base world wide was on high alert. They sere determined not to let another 9/11 happen."
1483,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=125,2014-11-29T10:43:00,The Greater Gambia,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Jordslag <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22613462#p22613462"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Banjul, The Gambia</span><br/>Terrance was pushed roughly into the room, and he staggered up to Jobateh's desk. He sighed. ""Jobateh, next time hire men who act less like goons and more like Soldiers. This is no way to treat your allies."" He said, his accent was obviously posh. He brushed the dust off his shoulder. ""Anyway, I was indeed the top British Secret Agent who blew up the Banjul Garrison and part of the Capitol Building, thus making your job in invading the city easier. I have come here to discuss training your own Special Forces, as there is no better SF trainer than me.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Gambian Upper River Airfield, Eastern Gambia</span><br/>The Pilot nodded. He was used to this sort of shit. He was Adams Mattingham, a RAF veteran of the War in Iraq. Of course he would be used to friendly commanders and hostile Grunts. And, of course, he spoke with a Cockney accent. ""We brought our Pilot Trainer. He'll have you a fully working Air Force in no time. Anyway, our supplies should be enough to destroy any and all remaining pro-Jammeh Hideouts. Not that you needed the help, but still. We also brought along 10 Well-Trained and Well-Armed soldiers to serve as a sort of token garrison force to protect your country. If you want us to bring them back, we will."" The Pilot looked and realized the last crate was being carried off. ""Ah, that's the last of the weapons. So, do you want the Garrison Force?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Banjul, The Gambia</span><br/><br/>""I apologize for how my men have treated you, I will issue the proper punishment as soon as possible. Now, onto the matter of the GSAS, we have already picked 100 candidates. They are one their way as we speak to a training facility outside of Kuntaur. Is there anything that you will require?""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Gambia Upper River airfield, Eastern Gambia</span><br/><br/>""I'll have to send a message to the higher ups. In the mean time, they are welcome to stay here until I get word back."""
1484,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=125,2014-11-29T10:52:00,New Jordslag,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Banjul, The Gambia</span><br/>Terrance thrust his hands into his pockets, as if making some sort of Fashion Statement. He seemed to be going out of his way to seem Unprofessional. ""Yep. I need an abandoned Village, 90 Rifles, 100 Pistols, and 20 Grenades. And total isolation. I promise you, those boys will be grizzled MEN when I'm done with them."" He flashed a big grin, but there was a twinge of toughness under his overly friendly face.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Tibet</span><br/>Captain Furlough just shrugged. ""No need for me to meet with him; you guys are having a tough time in Saga. I'll leave a few soldiers here to meet with your boss. Meanwhile, my 30 other soldiers and I will win your battle for you. With that, he and 30 men left, with 3 men still there, waiting to taken to meet the Tibetan boss.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Ukraine""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">To: The government and people of Ukraine<br/>From: Ed Miliband, Honourable Prime Minister of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland<br/>Encryption: High<br/>Context: The United Kingdom stands by your side now and forever. Send the word if you want reinforcements.</div></div></div>"
1485,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=125,2014-11-29T10:55:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Jordslag <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22615543#p22615543"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Banjul, The Gambia</span><br/>Terrance thrust his hands into his pockets, as if making some sort of Fashion Statement. He seemed to be going out of his way to seem Unprofessional. ""Yep. I need an abandoned Village, 90 Rifles, 100 Pistols, and 20 Grenades. And total isolation. I promise you, those boys will be grizzled MEN when I'm done with them."" He flashed a big grin, but there was a twinge of toughness under his overly friendly face.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Tibet</span> <br/>Captain Furlough just shrugged. ""No need for me to meet with him; you guys are having a tough time in Saga. I'll leave a few soldiers here to meet with your boss. Meanwhile, my 30 other soldiers and I will win your battle for you. With that, he and 30 men left, with 3 men still there, waiting to taken to meet the Tibetan boss.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Ukraine""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">To: The government and people of Ukraine<br/>From: Ed Miliband, Honourable Prime Minister of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland<br/>Encryption: High<br/>Context: The United Kingdom stands by your side now and forever. Send the word if you want reinforcements.</div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Blue Swan HQ, Under Tibet</span><br/>William Aniston sat looking at the 3 British soldiers ""We need air support, my men are being slaughtered in Saga. Without that support, more will die. Already 2,800 men have died in Saga, add that to the other 5,000 that died everywhere else and we have a disaster on our hands"""
1486,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=125,2014-11-29T11:02:00,The Greater Gambia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Banjul, Gambia</span><br/><br/>Jobateh smiled.""Excellent! As for an abandoned village, there are plenty of old fishing settlements across the river, here's a map . Just take your pick and we can get a jeep to send you out there. I will send word of the change of plans."
1487,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=150,2014-11-29T11:42:00,Zatak,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value="" To the Gambia""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""Center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/9/95/Seal_of_Mauritania.svg/478px-Seal_of_Mauritania.svg.png""/></div><hr/><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;""><div align=""Center"">A Official Message from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs <hr/><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">في السراء والضراء</span></span></div></span><hr/><span style=""font-size: 100%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #00FF00"">To: The Nation of Gambia</span><br/><span style=""color: #0040FF"">From: Minister of Foreign affairs Ahmed Ould Teguedi</span><br/><span style=""color: #FF0000"">Subject: Response to Request </span><br/><span style=""color: #FFBF00"">Notice: Extreme</span><br/><span style=""color: #00FFFF"">Encryption: None</span></span><br/><br/>Address: Nouakchott., <br/>Address Code: 98674<br/>Phone Number: +222 859 857 85958<br/>Email; <a href=""mailto:Mfamo@mgov.com"">Mfamo@mgov.com</a><br/><br/>Fax; 285-001-0091<hr/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;"">Greetings Gambia.<br/><br/>The person you have asked for was found trying to enter the country a little over two days ago after being questioned why he was there he attempted to gain access before being denied after which he attempted to break through security before being shot dead attacking a guard we originally did not know who he was but if we did he would of been detained so he could face punishment for his crimes.<br/><br/>Few will have the greatness to bend history itself, but each of us can work to change a small portion of events. It is from numberless diverse acts of courage and belief that human history is shaped. Each time a man stands up for an ideal, or acts to improve the lot of others, or strikes out against injustice, he sends forth a tiny ripple of hope, and crossing each other from a million different centers of energy and daring those ripples build a current which can sweep down the mightiest walls of oppression and resistance.<br/><br/>Only yesterday I was no different than them, yet I was saved. I am explaining to you the way of life of a people who say every sort of wicked thing about me because I sacrificed their friendship to gain my own soul. I left the dark paths of their duplicity and turned my eyes toward the light where there is salvation, truth, and justice. They have exiled me now from their society, yet I am content. Mankind only exiles the one whose large spirit rebels against injustice and tyranny. He who does not prefer exile to servility is not free in the true and necessary sense of freedom.<br/><br/>t is more important that innocence be protected than it is that guilt be punished, for guilt and crimes are so frequent in this world that they cannot all be punished. But if innocence itself is brought to the bar and condemned, perhaps to die, then the citizen will say, 'whether I do good or whether I do evil is immaterial, for innocence itself is no protection,' and if such an idea as that were to take hold in the mind of the citizen that would be the end of security whatsoever.<br/><br/>We would like to confirm to you that the man you ask for is dead and has been dead for a few days but because of your request the body will be sent back to Gambia for you to do with it what you wish. We again apologize for this<br/><br/><br/></span><hr/><span style=""font-size: 130%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Signed,</span><br/></span><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-size: 125%; line-height: 116%;"">Ministry of Foreign Affairs </span></span></span><hr/></blockquote></div></div></div>"
1488,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=150,2014-11-29T14:35:00,Pimps Inc,"<div align=""center"">Great Hall of the People<br/>Beijing, China</div><br/><br/>12:17 P.M. CST<br/><br/>PRESIDENT XI: (As interpreted.) Honorable world leaders,distinguished guests,dear friends from the press,good morning.First of all,I would like to deal with the rumors of why this sudden address to the nation is being made.This is address will bring up new plans for the administration of the People's Republic of China.<br/><br/>Over the past two days,I had a constructive and productive discussion with the State Council,with high approval from the Congress. We had sincere and in-depth exchange of views,and reached broad agreement on China-U.S. relations.China-Mexico relations,major international,and regional issues of shared interest, as well as on global issues.<br/><br/>We reaffirmed the agreement that we reached at the Annenberg estate on developing the bilateral relations.We agreed to continue to advance the development of a new model of major-country relations between China and the United States and Mexico.We had in-depth discussions on the priority areas for advancing such relationship. We agreed to accelerate the negotiations of the BIT, and we'll make efforts to reach agreement on the core issues and the major articles of the treaty text,and to initiate the negative list of negotiations in 2017.<br/><br/>We have reached agreement on the ITA expansion negotiations,and we are ready to work together for the early conclusion of relevant plural-lateral talks.We fully recognize the document signed between the two departments of defense on building two major confidence-building measures, and agreed to continue to deepen military exchanges,mutual trust and cooperation on that basis,and develop a new type of military-to-military relations with the two countries.<br/><br/>We issued a joint statement on climate change,and we jointly announced our respective post-2020 targets. We agreed to make sure that international climate change negotiations will reach an agreement as scheduled at the Paris conference,and we agreed to deepen practical cooperation on clean energy,environment protection,and other areas.<br/><br/>We reaffirmed our firm opposition to terrorism of all forms,and agreed to strengthen counterterrorism cooperation on intelligence sharing,terrorist financing,and cyber-terrorism. And we will work together to remove the threats of various terrorists and extremist forces.<br/><br/>We agreed to make use of such channels as a meeting between the Chinese Ministry of Public Security and the U.S. Department of Homeland Security to have further discussions on law enforcement cooperation, which includes cracking down on transnational crimes, fugitives hunting, and recovery of criminal proceeds.<br/><br/>We have reached reciprocal arrangements on the visa for business travelers,tourists and students. We have agreed to issue 10-year,multiple-entry visas for respective business travelers and tourists,and 5-year, multiple-entry visas for each other's students. This will greatly promote people-to-people exchanges between our two countries and will help to promote our exchange and cooperation in the various fields,and promote the long-term development of bilateral relations.<br/><br/>We agreed to follow such principles as mutual respect,seeking common ground while sharing differences, exchanges and mutual learning, and manage our differences on sensitive issues in a constructive way so as to ensure the healthy and steady growth of the bilateral ties.<br/><br/>I told President Obama that China has proposed the Asian security concept at the CICA summit here in May in order to encourage Asian countries to view common security in an inclusive and cooperative spirit. At the same time, I also said that the Pacific Ocean is broad enough to accommodate the development of both China and the United States, and our two countries to work together to contribute to security in Asia.<br/><br/>These are mutually complementary efforts instead of mutually exclusive ones.China and the U.S. should continue to enhance dialogue and coordination on Asia Pacific affairs,and respect and accommodate each other’s interests and concerns in this region,and develop inclusive coordination.<br/><br/>I also introduced to President Obama China’s initiatives of establishing the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank and the Silk Road Fund. Underdeveloped infrastructure is the main bottleneck obstructing the economic development in Asia. China has initiated the AIIB in order to offer support and facility to regional infrastructure development. These proposals and initiatives are open and inclusive in Asia; they are not exclusive. We welcome the active participation of the United States and other relevant countries so that together we can promote and share prosperity and peace in Asia Pacific.<br/><br/>We recognize the positive actions both have taken in helping African countries affected by the Ebola virus to fight against the disease. We indicated that, based on the actual needs of African countries, we will leverage our respective strength and work with the rest of the international community to help affected countries to strengthen capacity-building on health and epidemic prevention so as to place the epidemic under control as soon as possible.<br/><br/>The uprise in Tibet has also stirred controversy.The insurgent group,more commonly referred to as Blue Swan,has,in the Republic's personal opinion,no reason to rebel.Their attempt to beat our forces by talking us into a ceasefire has been seen with scorn.They continued to engage even after their said ceasefire.The 13th Group Army will enter Tibet and subdue their rebellion.We ask that Blue Swan put down their weapons so that actual peace talks can be made or we will have to be forced to use extreme methods of driving Blue Swan out of Tibet.We are not ruling out the possibility of allowing Tibet to become independent but Blue Swan must first set down their weapons before talks can be scheduled.We also know that Tibet could not have possibly organized or amassed such a force without some sort of foreign aid.We ask that whichever nation is supporting these insurgents leave or relations will be strained after we discover who is the culprit.<br/><br/>China and the United States have worked closely on the negotiations of the Iranian nuclear issue, and we hope that relevant parties would persist in consensus, address differences, and make political decisions so as to promote the early conclusion of a win-win and comprehensive agreement. China is firmly committed to achieving the denuclearization of the Korean Peninsula and to peace and stability on the Korean Peninsula. We intend -- we should address the Korean Peninsula issue through dialogue and negotiations. The relevant parties should have active contact and dialogue so as to create conditions for the early launch--for re-launch of the Six Party Talks.<br/><br/>And the two sides also agreed to continue their exchange on the cooperation on the Afghan issue.<br/><br/>Ladies and gentlemen,friends,China is ready to work with the United States and Mexico to make efforts in a number of priority areas and putting into effect such principles as non-confrontation, non-conflict,mutual respect,and win-win cooperation.And with unwavering spirit and unremitting efforts, we will promote new progress in building a new type model of major-country relations with the two countries so as to bring greater benefits to our three peoples and three countries.<br/><br/>Thank you."
1489,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=150,2014-11-29T15:15:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22618544#p22618544"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center"">Great Hall of the People<br/>Beijing, China</div><br/><br/>12:17 P.M. CST<br/><br/>PRESIDENT XI: (As interpreted.) Honorable world leaders,distinguished guests,dear friends from the press,good morning.First of all,I would like to deal with the rumors of why this sudden address to the nation is being made.This is address will bring up new plans for the administration of the People's Republic of China.<br/><br/>Over the past two days,I had a constructive and productive discussion with the State Council,with high approval from the Congress. We had sincere and in-depth exchange of views,and reached broad agreement on China-U.S. relations.China-Mexico relations,major international,and regional issues of shared interest, as well as on global issues.<br/><br/>We reaffirmed the agreement that we reached at the Annenberg estate on developing the bilateral relations.We agreed to continue to advance the development of a new model of major-country relations between China and the United States and Mexico.We had in-depth discussions on the priority areas for advancing such relationship. We agreed to accelerate the negotiations of the BIT, and we'll make efforts to reach agreement on the core issues and the major articles of the treaty text,and to initiate the negative list of negotiations in 2017.<br/><br/>We have reached agreement on the ITA expansion negotiations,and we are ready to work together for the early conclusion of relevant plural-lateral talks.We fully recognize the document signed between the two departments of defense on building two major confidence-building measures, and agreed to continue to deepen military exchanges,mutual trust and cooperation on that basis,and develop a new type of military-to-military relations with the two countries.<br/><br/>We issued a joint statement on climate change,and we jointly announced our respective post-2020 targets. We agreed to make sure that international climate change negotiations will reach an agreement as scheduled at the Paris conference,and we agreed to deepen practical cooperation on clean energy,environment protection,and other areas.<br/><br/>We reaffirmed our firm opposition to terrorism of all forms,and agreed to strengthen counterterrorism cooperation on intelligence sharing,terrorist financing,and cyber-terrorism. And we will work together to remove the threats of various terrorists and extremist forces.<br/><br/>We agreed to make use of such channels as a meeting between the Chinese Ministry of Public Security and the U.S. Department of Homeland Security to have further discussions on law enforcement cooperation, which includes cracking down on transnational crimes, fugitives hunting, and recovery of criminal proceeds.<br/><br/>We have reached reciprocal arrangements on the visa for business travelers,tourists and students. We have agreed to issue 10-year,multiple-entry visas for respective business travelers and tourists,and 5-year, multiple-entry visas for each other's students. This will greatly promote people-to-people exchanges between our two countries and will help to promote our exchange and cooperation in the various fields,and promote the long-term development of bilateral relations.<br/><br/>We agreed to follow such principles as mutual respect,seeking common ground while sharing differences, exchanges and mutual learning, and manage our differences on sensitive issues in a constructive way so as to ensure the healthy and steady growth of the bilateral ties.<br/><br/>I told President Obama that China has proposed the Asian security concept at the CICA summit here in May in order to encourage Asian countries to view common security in an inclusive and cooperative spirit. At the same time, I also said that the Pacific Ocean is broad enough to accommodate the development of both China and the United States, and our two countries to work together to contribute to security in Asia.<br/><br/>These are mutually complementary efforts instead of mutually exclusive ones.China and the U.S. should continue to enhance dialogue and coordination on Asia Pacific affairs,and respect and accommodate each other’s interests and concerns in this region,and develop inclusive coordination.<br/><br/>I also introduced to President Obama China’s initiatives of establishing the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank and the Silk Road Fund. Underdeveloped infrastructure is the main bottleneck obstructing the economic development in Asia. China has initiated the AIIB in order to offer support and facility to regional infrastructure development. These proposals and initiatives are open and inclusive in Asia; they are not exclusive. We welcome the active participation of the United States and other relevant countries so that together we can promote and share prosperity and peace in Asia Pacific.<br/><br/>We recognize the positive actions both have taken in helping African countries affected by the Ebola virus to fight against the disease. We indicated that, based on the actual needs of African countries, we will leverage our respective strength and work with the rest of the international community to help affected countries to strengthen capacity-building on health and epidemic prevention so as to place the epidemic under control as soon as possible.<br/><br/>The uprise in Tibet has also stirred controversy.The insurgent group,more commonly referred to as Blue Swan,has,in the Republic's personal opinion,no reason to rebel.Their attempt to beat our forces by talking us into a ceasefire has been seen with scorn.They continued to engage even after their said ceasefire.The 13th Group Army will enter Tibet and subdue their rebellion.We ask that Blue Swan put down their weapons so that actual peace talks can be made or we will have to be forced to use extreme methods of driving Blue Swan out of Tibet.We are not ruling out the possibility of allowing Tibet to become independent but Blue Swan must first set down their weapons before talks can be scheduled.We also know that Tibet could not have possibly organized or amassed such a force without some sort of foreign aid.We ask that whichever nation is supporting these insurgents leave or relations will be strained after we discover who is the culprit.<br/><br/>China and the United States have worked closely on the negotiations of the Iranian nuclear issue, and we hope that relevant parties would persist in consensus, address differences, and make political decisions so as to promote the early conclusion of a win-win and comprehensive agreement. China is firmly committed to achieving the denuclearization of the Korean Peninsula and to peace and stability on the Korean Peninsula. We intend -- we should address the Korean Peninsula issue through dialogue and negotiations. The relevant parties should have active contact and dialogue so as to create conditions for the early launch--for re-launch of the Six Party Talks.<br/><br/>And the two sides also agreed to continue their exchange on the cooperation on the Afghan issue.<br/><br/>Ladies and gentlemen,friends,China is ready to work with the United States and Mexico to make efforts in a number of priority areas and putting into effect such principles as non-confrontation, non-conflict,mutual respect,and win-win cooperation.And with unwavering spirit and unremitting efforts, we will promote new progress in building a new type model of major-country relations with the two countries so as to bring greater benefits to our three peoples and three countries.<br/><br/>Thank you.</div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: The PRC<br/>From: Blue Swan<br/>We heard your speech and would like to lay down our arms if you do. I have finally established communications with my men and am able to order a cease-fire. When will you be able to order your men to hold fire?</blockquote>"
1490,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=150,2014-11-29T15:50:00,Pimps Inc,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Official Communique of the People's Republic of China</span></span><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><sup>Military Branch of the People's Republic of China</sup></span><br/><hr/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://img1.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20140203183202/althistory/images/thumb/d/d1/National_Emblem_of_the_People's_Republic_of_China_(5_stars_-_inversed).svg/442px-National_Emblem_of_the_People's_Republic_of_China_(5_stars_-_inversed).svg.png""/></div><br/><hr/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><sup>National Seal of the People's Republic of China</sup></span></div><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-size: 100%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #00FF00"">To:Blue Swan</span><br/><span style=""color: #0040FF"">From:Ministry of National Defense,Chang Wanquan</span><br/><span style=""color: #FF0000"">Subject:Tibetan Ceasefire</span><br/><span style=""color: #FFBF00"">Notice: High Priority</span><br/><span style=""color: #00FFFF"">Encryption:None</span></span><br/><hr/><br/>The president is happy to hear of your planned cooperation.The <a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chengdu_Military_Region"" rel=""nofollow"">13th Group Army</a> has not entered Tibet yet and will not enter with it's full might unless you do not do as you said you would,however,a small expeditionary force of about 70,000 will enter and take control of the ensuing chaos and will make sure you do disarm.We grant you our word and if we don't,you have this message as proof of our deal.<br/><br/>We hope to soon discuss peace talks in a Beijing.<br/><hr/><br/><br/>Sincerely,<br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/0/07/Xi_Jinping_sign.svg/128px-Xi_Jinping_sign.svg.png""/><br/>President Xi Jinping<br/><hr/><br/>Minister of National Defense Chang Wanquan</blockquote>"
1491,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=150,2014-11-29T15:55:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22619404#p22619404"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Official Communique of the People's Republic of China</span></span><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><sup>Military Branch of the People's Republic of China</sup></span><br/><hr/><br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://img1.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20140203183202/althistory/images/thumb/d/d1/National_Emblem_of_the_People's_Republic_of_China_(5_stars_-_inversed).svg/442px-National_Emblem_of_the_People's_Republic_of_China_(5_stars_-_inversed).svg.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div><br/><hr/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><sup>National Seal of the People's Republic of China</sup></span></div><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-size: 100%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #00FF00"">To:Blue Swan</span><br/><span style=""color: #0040FF"">From:Ministry of National Defense,Chang Wanquan</span><br/><span style=""color: #FF0000"">Subject:Tibetan Ceasefire</span><br/><span style=""color: #FFBF00"">Notice: High Priority</span><br/><span style=""color: #00FFFF"">Encryption:None</span></span><br/><hr/><br/>The president is happy to hear of your planned cooperation.The <a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chengdu_Military_Region"" rel=""nofollow"">13th Group Army</a> has not entered Tibet yet and will not enter with it's full might unless you do not do as you said you would,however,a small expeditionary force of about 70,000 will enter and take control of the ensuing chaos and will make sure you do disarm.We grant you our word and if we don't,you have this message as proof of our deal.<br/><br/>We hope to soon discuss peace talks in a Beijing.<br/><hr/><br/><br/>Sincerely,<br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/0/07/Xi_Jinping_sign.svg/128px-Xi_Jinping_sign.svg.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/>President Xi Jinping<br/><hr/><br/>Minister of National Defense Chang Wanquan</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">TO: PRC<br/>From: Blue Swan<br/>Encryption: Low<br/>We will not lay down our arms until you lay down yours. My men have fought this war fairly, we deserve respect. Therefore, we will not lay down our arms until you lay down yours and begin withdrawing troops.</blockquote>"
1492,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=150,2014-11-29T16:04:00,Pimps Inc,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Official Communique of the People's Republic of China</span></span><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><sup>Military Branch of the People's Republic of China</sup></span><br/><hr/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://img1.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20140203183202/althistory/images/thumb/d/d1/National_Emblem_of_the_People's_Republic_of_China_(5_stars_-_inversed).svg/442px-National_Emblem_of_the_People's_Republic_of_China_(5_stars_-_inversed).svg.png""/></div><br/><hr/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><sup>National Seal of the People's Republic of China</sup></span></div><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-size: 100%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #00FF00"">To:Blue Swan</span><br/><span style=""color: #0040FF"">From:Ministry of National Defense,Chang Wanquan</span><br/><span style=""color: #FF0000"">Subject:Tibetan Ceasefire</span><br/><span style=""color: #FFBF00"">Notice: High Priority</span><br/><span style=""color: #00FFFF"">Encryption:Low</span></span><br/><hr/><br/>You are in no position to negotiate at the moment.We are giving you a chance for independence.We will gladly lower the amount to 50,000,a number that is even with your amount of troops,and the 13th Group Army is yet to enter.They have not entered but will if you do not obey.Our apologies if our reasoning seems harsh but you will have to lay down your arms,because if you don't and you continue your uprising,we will retaliate and flood your miniature country with men,armor,and firepower until you drown from either your own blood or my men's.<br/><br/>Please do listen.We want a peaceful resolution.<br/><hr/><br/><br/>Sincerely,<br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/0/07/Xi_Jinping_sign.svg/128px-Xi_Jinping_sign.svg.png""/><br/>President Xi Jinping<br/><hr/><br/>Minister of National Defense Chang Wanquan</blockquote>"
1493,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=150,2014-11-29T16:13:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22619579#p22619579"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Official Communique of the People's Republic of China</span></span><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><sup>Military Branch of the People's Republic of China</sup></span><br/><hr/><br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://img1.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20140203183202/althistory/images/thumb/d/d1/National_Emblem_of_the_People's_Republic_of_China_(5_stars_-_inversed).svg/442px-National_Emblem_of_the_People's_Republic_of_China_(5_stars_-_inversed).svg.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div><br/><hr/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><sup>National Seal of the People's Republic of China</sup></span></div><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-size: 100%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #00FF00"">To:Blue Swan</span><br/><span style=""color: #0040FF"">From:Ministry of National Defense,Chang Wanquan</span><br/><span style=""color: #FF0000"">Subject:Tibetan Ceasefire</span><br/><span style=""color: #FFBF00"">Notice: High Priority</span><br/><span style=""color: #00FFFF"">Encryption:Low</span></span><br/><hr/><br/>You are in no position to negotiate at the moment.We are giving you a chance for independence.We will gladly lower the amount to 50,000,a number that is even with your amount of troops,and the 13th Group Army is yet to enter.They have not entered but will if you do not obey.Our apologies if our reasoning seems harsh but you will have to lay down your arms,because if you don't and you continue your uprising,we will retaliate and flood your miniature country with men,armor,and firepower until you drown from either your own blood or my men's.<br/><br/>Please do listen.We want a peaceful resolution.<br/><hr/><br/><br/>Sincerely,<br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/0/07/Xi_Jinping_sign.svg/128px-Xi_Jinping_sign.svg.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/>President Xi Jinping<br/><hr/><br/>Minister of National Defense Chang Wanquan</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: PRC<br/>From: Blue Swan<br/>I propose this: On February 10th, both of our men will lay down our arms at the same time. We will withdraw 10 miles from the front and so will you.</blockquote>"
1494,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=150,2014-11-29T16:22:00,Pimps Inc,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Official Communique of the People's Republic of China</span></span><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><sup>Military Branch of the People's Republic of China</sup></span><br/><hr/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://img1.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20140203183202/althistory/images/thumb/d/d1/National_Emblem_of_the_People's_Republic_of_China_(5_stars_-_inversed).svg/442px-National_Emblem_of_the_People's_Republic_of_China_(5_stars_-_inversed).svg.png""/></div><br/><hr/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><sup>National Seal of the People's Republic of China</sup></span></div><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-size: 100%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #00FF00"">To:Blue Swan</span><br/><span style=""color: #0040FF"">From:Ministry of National Defense,Chang Wanquan</span><br/><span style=""color: #FF0000"">Subject:Tibetan Ceasefire</span><br/><span style=""color: #FFBF00"">Notice: High Priority</span><br/><span style=""color: #00FFFF"">Encryption:Low</span></span><br/><hr/><br/>We will remove all our forces except for 1,500 to take control of looters and rioters.The rest of the 13th Group Army will stay in China.This will take effect on February 5th and not the proposed February 10th.On the 9th,once we have regain some stability in the affected areas of the country,we will send a Bombardier CRJ100 to an airfield of your choosing to deliver your representatives to Beijing.<br/><hr/><br/><br/>Sincerely,<br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/0/07/Xi_Jinping_sign.svg/128px-Xi_Jinping_sign.svg.png""/><br/>President Xi Jinping<br/><hr/><br/>Minister of National Defense Chang Wanquan</blockquote>"
1495,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=150,2014-11-29T16:24:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22619796#p22619796"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Official Communique of the People's Republic of China</span></span><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><sup>Military Branch of the People's Republic of China</sup></span><br/><hr/><br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://img1.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20140203183202/althistory/images/thumb/d/d1/National_Emblem_of_the_People's_Republic_of_China_(5_stars_-_inversed).svg/442px-National_Emblem_of_the_People's_Republic_of_China_(5_stars_-_inversed).svg.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div><br/><hr/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><sup>National Seal of the People's Republic of China</sup></span></div><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-size: 100%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #00FF00"">To:Blue Swan</span><br/><span style=""color: #0040FF"">From:Ministry of National Defense,Chang Wanquan</span><br/><span style=""color: #FF0000"">Subject:Tibetan Ceasefire</span><br/><span style=""color: #FFBF00"">Notice: High Priority</span><br/><span style=""color: #00FFFF"">Encryption:Low</span></span><br/><hr/><br/>We will remove all our forces except for 1,500 to take control of looters and rioters.The rest of the 13th Group Army will stay in China.This will take effect on February 5th and not the proposed February 10th.On the 9th,once we have regain some stability in the affected areas of the country,we will send a Bombardier CRJ100 to an airfield of your choosing to deliver your representatives to Beijing.<br/><hr/><br/><br/>Sincerely,<br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/0/07/Xi_Jinping_sign.svg/128px-Xi_Jinping_sign.svg.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/>President Xi Jinping<br/><hr/><br/>Minister of National Defense Chang Wanquan</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">TO: PRC<br/>FROM: Blue Swan<br/>To Clarify, only 1,500 of your troops will remain in Tibet? As for the plane, we have our own to use.</blockquote>"
1496,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=150,2014-11-29T16:32:00,Pimps Inc,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Official Communique of the People's Republic of China</span></span><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><sup>Military Branch of the People's Republic of China</sup></span><br/><hr/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://img1.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20140203183202/althistory/images/thumb/d/d1/National_Emblem_of_the_People's_Republic_of_China_(5_stars_-_inversed).svg/442px-National_Emblem_of_the_People's_Republic_of_China_(5_stars_-_inversed).svg.png""/></div><br/><hr/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><sup>National Seal of the People's Republic of China</sup></span></div><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-size: 100%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #00FF00"">To:Blue Swan</span><br/><span style=""color: #0040FF"">From:Ministry of National Defense,Chang Wanquan</span><br/><span style=""color: #FF0000"">Subject:Tibetan Ceasefire</span><br/><span style=""color: #FFBF00"">Notice: High Priority</span><br/><span style=""color: #00FFFF"">Encryption:Low</span></span><br/><hr/><br/>Only 1,500 men will stay in Tibetan soil.The rest will stay in China,in increased readiness,until you have arrived in Beijing.Then the increased readiness will cease.If you cause any act of aggression,we will send the 13th Group Army in.<br/><br/>A warning,when you enter Chinese airspace,an escort of J10 Multi-role combat aircraft will follow you,for your own safety,until you enter Beijing airspace.<br/><hr/><br/><br/>Sincerely,<br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/0/07/Xi_Jinping_sign.svg/128px-Xi_Jinping_sign.svg.png""/><br/>President Xi Jinping<br/><hr/><br/>Minister of National Defense Chang Wanquan</blockquote>"
1497,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=150,2014-11-29T16:34:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22619887#p22619887"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Official Communique of the People's Republic of China</span></span><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><sup>Military Branch of the People's Republic of China</sup></span><br/><hr/><br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://img1.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20140203183202/althistory/images/thumb/d/d1/National_Emblem_of_the_People's_Republic_of_China_(5_stars_-_inversed).svg/442px-National_Emblem_of_the_People's_Republic_of_China_(5_stars_-_inversed).svg.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div><br/><hr/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><sup>National Seal of the People's Republic of China</sup></span></div><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-size: 100%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #00FF00"">To:Blue Swan</span><br/><span style=""color: #0040FF"">From:Ministry of National Defense,Chang Wanquan</span><br/><span style=""color: #FF0000"">Subject:Tibetan Ceasefire</span><br/><span style=""color: #FFBF00"">Notice: High Priority</span><br/><span style=""color: #00FFFF"">Encryption:Low</span></span><br/><hr/><br/>Only 1,500 men will stay in Tibetan soil.The rest will stay in China,in increased readiness,until you have arrived in Beijing.Then the increased readiness will cease.If you cause any act of aggression,we will send the 13th Group Army in.<br/><br/>A warning,when you enter Chinese airspace,an escort of J10 Multi-role combat aircraft will follow you,for your own safety,until you enter Beijing airspace.<br/><hr/><br/><br/>Sincerely,<br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/0/07/Xi_Jinping_sign.svg/128px-Xi_Jinping_sign.svg.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/>President Xi Jinping<br/><hr/><br/>Minister of National Defense Chang Wanquan</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">TO: PRC<br/>From: Blue Swan<br/>We will be flying a captured Chinese plane, thank you for the warning. I will bring with me 20 men as a personal security detail.</blockquote>"
1498,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=150,2014-11-29T16:51:00,Pimps Inc,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Official Communique of the People's Republic of China</span></span><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><sup>Military Branch of the People's Republic of China</sup></span><br/><hr/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://img1.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20140203183202/althistory/images/thumb/d/d1/National_Emblem_of_the_People's_Republic_of_China_(5_stars_-_inversed).svg/442px-National_Emblem_of_the_People's_Republic_of_China_(5_stars_-_inversed).svg.png""/></div><br/><hr/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><sup>National Seal of the People's Republic of China</sup></span></div><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-size: 100%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #00FF00"">To:Blue Swan</span><br/><span style=""color: #0040FF"">From:Ministry of National Defense,Chang Wanquan</span><br/><span style=""color: #FF0000"">Subject:Tibetan Ceasefire</span><br/><span style=""color: #FFBF00"">Notice: High Priority</span><br/><span style=""color: #00FFFF"">Encryption:Low</span></span><br/><hr/><br/>We look forward to the peace talks.Though weapons of caliber as high as an Assault Rifle,you will not be allowed to carry explosives.<br/><br/>Thank you for accepting these terms.<br/><hr/><br/><br/>Sincerely,<br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/0/07/Xi_Jinping_sign.svg/128px-Xi_Jinping_sign.svg.png""/><br/>President Xi Jinping<br/><hr/><br/>Minister of National Defense Chang Wanquan</blockquote><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Tibetan Airspace</span></div><br/><br/>Overhead,a stealth UAV silently flew over the country torn apart by war.The vehicles only weapon, a camera,examined the terrain below.This small drone would make sure the insurgents completed their part of the deal.Then it would go back to China...."
1499,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=150,2014-11-29T19:03:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22620102#p22620102"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Official Communique of the People's Republic of China</span></span><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><sup>Military Branch of the People's Republic of China</sup></span><br/><hr/><br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://img1.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20140203183202/althistory/images/thumb/d/d1/National_Emblem_of_the_People's_Republic_of_China_(5_stars_-_inversed).svg/442px-National_Emblem_of_the_People's_Republic_of_China_(5_stars_-_inversed).svg.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div><br/><hr/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><sup>National Seal of the People's Republic of China</sup></span></div><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-size: 100%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #00FF00"">To:Blue Swan</span><br/><span style=""color: #0040FF"">From:Ministry of National Defense,Chang Wanquan</span><br/><span style=""color: #FF0000"">Subject:Tibetan Ceasefire</span><br/><span style=""color: #FFBF00"">Notice: High Priority</span><br/><span style=""color: #00FFFF"">Encryption:Low</span></span><br/><hr/><br/>We look forward to the peace talks.Though weapons of caliber as high as an Assault Rifle,you will not be allowed to carry explosives.<br/><br/>Thank you for accepting these terms.<br/><hr/><br/><br/>Sincerely,<br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/0/07/Xi_Jinping_sign.svg/128px-Xi_Jinping_sign.svg.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/>President Xi Jinping<br/><hr/><br/>Minister of National Defense Chang Wanquan</blockquote><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Tibetan Airspace</span></div><br/><br/>Overhead,a stealth UAV silently flew over the country torn apart by war.The vehicles only weapon, a camera,examined the terrain below.This small drone would make sure the insurgents completed their part of the deal.Then it would go back to China....</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Tibet</span><br/>The Rebels received the orders to disarm, many followed, but roughly 120 still fought. Those soldiers had dubbed themselves the Black Swans and were determined to do everything to make the Chinese and the Tibetan governments' lives a living nightmare. Most were centered around Saga and were ambushing any soldiers trying to leave. One 'Black Swan' was particularly bad and had already claimed the lives of 56 soldiers from both sides."
1500,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=150,2014-11-29T21:03:00,Mifan,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Economy</span><br/><br/>Acting President Ibrahim Mahlab announced that the Egyptian trade deficit has increased to $42 billion as Egyptians continued to import more goods than export. Mahlab announced that there will be a 30% tariff on all imported goods from other nations. Mahlab hoped that this would help the Egyptian industries to export more goods and to import less.<br/><br/>Mahlab has also announced that the Suez Canal shall be expanded. When the Suez Canal was expanded in December of 2015, the amount of income coming from the Suez increased drastically, from $5 billion to 12,5 billion. Mahlab announced that the project would start once the insurgency in the Sinai was less of the threat. Analysis shows if the Suez is expanded, Egypt would make about $19 billion, and would able to increase the capacity of ships that can past through from 97 to 130 ships. Mahlab, just like Sisi, ordered that once construction began that it be completed in one year. This would also open up about 50,000 jobs to help combat the high unemployment rate being faced by Egypt. $12 billion is being invested in the project to expand the Suez, and just like Sisi, foreign investors are not allowed to invest in the project, as the government urged Egyptians to invest in the project themselves.<br/><br/>There are expected to be about 100 new schools that will be constructed and opened within the next 4 months, as the current education system is struggling to cope with the high number of children every year, due to the high population growth of Egypt. New jobs were also expected to be opened with this."
1501,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=150,2014-11-29T22:01:00,Pimps Inc,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Germany""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><hr/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/9/90/Seal_of_the_Government_of_Mexico.svg/482px-Seal_of_the_Government_of_Mexico.svg.png""/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Seal of the Government of Mexico</span></div><br/><hr/><br/><div align=""center"">To:Germany<br/>From:United Mexican States<br/>Encryption:<span style=""color: #FF0000"">TOP PRIORITY</span></div><br/><hr/><br/><br/><sub>We would like to strengthen relations with you.We would also like to buy 900 UMPs.</sub><br/><br/>Sincerely,<br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/d/dd/EPN_Firma.png/119px-EPN_Firma.png""/><br/>Enrique Pena Nieto,President of Mexico</blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Israel""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><div align=""center""><hr/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/9/90/Seal_of_the_Government_of_Mexico.svg/482px-Seal_of_the_Government_of_Mexico.svg.png""/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Seal of the Government of Mexico</span></div><br/><hr/><br/><div align=""center"">To:Israel<br/>From:United Mexican States<br/>Encryption:<span style=""color: #FF0000"">TOP PRIORITY</span></div><br/><hr/><br/><br/><sub>We would like to strengthen relations with you.We would also like to buy 700 Uzi pros.</sub><br/><br/>Sincerely,<br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/d/dd/EPN_Firma.png/119px-EPN_Firma.png""/><br/>Enrique Pena Nieto,President of Mexico[/box]</div></div></div><br/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Puerto de Veracruz,Mexico</span></div><br/><br/>The C-130 Hercules shone in the early rays of the rising sun.The pilots taxied the aircraft,its large metal wings seemed like the wings of a bird of prey,ready to take off and hunt its prey.Once it reached the middle of the airstrip,the back opened with a loud rumble and finally,with a loud clang,opened its door.The MTAS soldiers of the Ehecatl Platoon,a platoon of the MTAS that specialized in airbourne inserts,began to climb aboard.They were part of one of the four squads that made up the Ehecatl Platoon.They are Tactical Squad América.They had all seen extensive service in the Drug War's many battlefields.From searing dry sun heat to damp mushy green jungles to high mountains with thin oxygen to cold grey concrete cities running red from blood,they had seen their share of war in most climates.First Sgt.Armando Zedillo was the squad leader of Tactical Squad América and he was ready to fight,and if necessary die,for his country.<br/><br/>""File up,girls,C'mon!""<br/><br/>The soldiers took their seats into the modern aircraft carrier.The metal belly of the flying beast was designed to support weight,since the Hercules was a cargo plane.As the men settled down and buckled their seat belts,the pilots didn't hesitate and started the engines,the propellers lurching the beast forward.As the Allison T56 turboprop turbines began to strain,the circuits and mechanisms began to function at the peak of their abilities,speeding the propellers faster and faster.The squad inside started to feel a small amount of G force as the aircraft raced down the strip and was then lifted into the air by its two huge metal of wings....of prey.The plan was to go along the US East Coast,refueling,and then leave New York City to the UK.<br/><br/><br/>The pilots,even though they had flown dozens and dozens of times,were still awestruck by the beauty of the sunrise and the Mexican beauty of the Port of Veracruz.With the Hercules turning into a speck in the gold,orange and white clouds,two specks floating in the Mexican Gulf began to get closer and closer until the shapes of two British Type 23 destroyers could be distinguishable and they came to a rest near a ship of the Mexican Navy.....<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">All Across Mexico</span></div><br/>100 Hospitals and schools had been planned with at least 3 to be built by March.A modernization of schools had also been on the agenda and it was being completed with help of Pemex and tech companies like Telmex and Softtec.The cost of attending Universities had also gone down,thanks to Pemex acquiring major universities and lowering the cost by funding the schools and planning more.More jobs had also been formed in arms manufacturing,with anti personnel mines being one of the top products.<br/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Mexican Drug War</span><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""The War with Puppet Strings""</span></div><br/><br/>Cartels had been cleared by the Mexican government to begin expanding to Central America and the Caribbean by introducing their products and wiping all competition off the map.They had also been ordered to start reducing crime in Mexico.Trouble making teens were talked out of it and gangs were dealt with by cartels.Connections with US gangs had also increased,eventually,the cartels would wipe them out too."
1502,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=150,2014-11-30T14:45:00,Apeocia,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""color: #FF0000""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Greek National News: Breaking News<br/>Scott Sadik wins elections in a landslide victory.</span></span></span></span><br/>A week ago, the elections finished their polling and closed up the polling places. We are here with the final results, in which mister Sadik will be the new president of Greece! We here at GNN would like to congratulate Sadik in his succession of his father Karolos Sadik, who had suffered from gunshot wounds from the assassination attempt. We hope that he will change Greece for the better, and bring us out of the dark cloud which is debt. </span></blockquote><br/>Laws passed under his rule:<br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Government Rationing Act: The government will provide the public rations of certain needed items until economic debt is eliminated.<br/>Social Equality Act: Those of lower economic levels will be seen as equals in any sense as middle and upper class citizens are in public offices, establishments, or healthcare centers.<br/>Antiquities Act: Makes it a misdemeanor to use cultural resources unauthorized<br/>Archaeological and Historical Preservation Acts:provides for the preservation of historical and archaeological data that might otherwise be lost as the result of Federal construction projects or Federally-licensed or assisted programs. The act provides that up to one percent of congressionally authorized funds for a project may be spent from appropriated project funds to recover, preserve, and protect archaeological and historical data. </span></blockquote></div></blockquote>"
1503,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=150,2014-11-30T20:59:00,Pimps Inc,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Official Communique of the People's Republic of China</span></span><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><sup>Military Branch of the People's Republic of China</sup></span><br/><hr/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://img1.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20140203183202/althistory/images/thumb/d/d1/National_Emblem_of_the_People's_Republic_of_China_(5_stars_-_inversed).svg/442px-National_Emblem_of_the_People's_Republic_of_China_(5_stars_-_inversed).svg.png""/></div><br/><hr/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><sup>National Seal of the People's Republic of China</sup></span></div><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-size: 100%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #00FF00"">To:Blue Swan</span><br/><span style=""color: #0040FF"">From:Ministry of National Defense,Chang Wanquan</span><br/><span style=""color: #FF0000"">Subject:Blue Swan Attacks</span><br/><span style=""color: #FFBF00"">Notice:High Priority</span><br/><span style=""color: #00FFFF"">Encryption:Normal</span></span><br/><hr/><br/>You have broken the deal.Our forces report you attacking them.This is not acceptable!You shall suffer for your insolence!The 13th Group Army is being sent in as we write this letter.<br/><hr/><br/><br/>Sincerely,<br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/0/07/Xi_Jinping_sign.svg/128px-Xi_Jinping_sign.svg.png""/><br/>President Xi Jinping<br/><hr/><br/>Minister of National Defense Chang Wanquan</blockquote>"
1504,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=150,2014-12-01T05:06:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22636198#p22636198"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Official Communique of the People's Republic of China</span></span><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><sup>Military Branch of the People's Republic of China</sup></span><br/><hr/><br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://img1.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20140203183202/althistory/images/thumb/d/d1/National_Emblem_of_the_People's_Republic_of_China_(5_stars_-_inversed).svg/442px-National_Emblem_of_the_People's_Republic_of_China_(5_stars_-_inversed).svg.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div><br/><hr/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><sup>National Seal of the People's Republic of China</sup></span></div><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-size: 100%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #00FF00"">To:Blue Swan</span><br/><span style=""color: #0040FF"">From:Ministry of National Defense,Chang Wanquan</span><br/><span style=""color: #FF0000"">Subject:Blue Swan Attacks</span><br/><span style=""color: #FFBF00"">Notice:High Priority</span><br/><span style=""color: #00FFFF"">Encryption:Normal</span></span><br/><hr/><br/>You have broken the deal.Our forces report you attacking them.This is not acceptable!You shall suffer for your insolence!The 13th Group Army is being sent in as we write this letter.<br/><hr/><br/><br/>Sincerely,<br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/0/07/Xi_Jinping_sign.svg/128px-Xi_Jinping_sign.svg.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/>President Xi Jinping<br/><hr/><br/>Minister of National Defense Chang Wanquan</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: PRC<br/>From: Blue Swan<br/>We have broken no deal, this is a third faction fighting both of us. They are anarchists call themselves 'Black Swans' and only number in lower hundreds. Attached to this message will be a video showing those 'men' firing on my men.</blockquote>"
1505,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=150,2014-12-01T14:22:00,Pimps Inc,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Official Communique of the People's Republic of China</span></span><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><sup>Military Branch of the People's Republic of China</sup></span><br/><hr/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://img1.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20140203183202/althistory/images/thumb/d/d1/National_Emblem_of_the_People's_Republic_of_China_(5_stars_-_inversed).svg/442px-National_Emblem_of_the_People's_Republic_of_China_(5_stars_-_inversed).svg.png""/></div><br/><hr/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><sup>National Seal of the People's Republic of China</sup></span></div><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-size: 100%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #00FF00"">To:Blue Swan</span><br/><span style=""color: #0040FF"">From:Ministry of National Defense,Chang Wanquan</span><br/><span style=""color: #FF0000"">Subject:Black Swan</span><br/><span style=""color: #FFBF00"">Notice: High Priority</span><br/><span style=""color: #00FFFF"">Encryption:None</span></span><br/><hr/><br/>That is not our problem.This is only another reason why Blue Swan should have never been formed.This is your fault and you shall deal with the consequences.You have until the 9th to resolve this or we will annihilate all of Blue and Black Swan.<br/><hr/><br/><br/>Sincerely,<br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/0/07/Xi_Jinping_sign.svg/128px-Xi_Jinping_sign.svg.png""/><br/>President Xi Jinping<br/><hr/><br/>Minister of National Defense Chang Wanquan</blockquote>"
1506,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=150,2014-12-01T15:28:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22642060#p22642060"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Official Communique of the People's Republic of China</span></span><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><sup>Military Branch of the People's Republic of China</sup></span><br/><hr/><br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://img1.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20140203183202/althistory/images/thumb/d/d1/National_Emblem_of_the_People's_Republic_of_China_(5_stars_-_inversed).svg/442px-National_Emblem_of_the_People's_Republic_of_China_(5_stars_-_inversed).svg.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div><br/><hr/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><sup>National Seal of the People's Republic of China</sup></span></div><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-size: 100%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #00FF00"">To:Blue Swan</span><br/><span style=""color: #0040FF"">From:Ministry of National Defense,Chang Wanquan</span><br/><span style=""color: #FF0000"">Subject:Black Swan</span><br/><span style=""color: #FFBF00"">Notice: High Priority</span><br/><span style=""color: #00FFFF"">Encryption:None</span></span><br/><hr/><br/>That is not our problem.This is only another reason why Blue Swan should have never been formed.This is your fault and you shall deal with the consequences.You have until the 9th to resolve this or we will annihilate all of Blue and Black Swan.<br/><hr/><br/><br/>Sincerely,<br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/0/07/Xi_Jinping_sign.svg/128px-Xi_Jinping_sign.svg.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/>President Xi Jinping<br/><hr/><br/>Minister of National Defense Chang Wanquan</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: PRC<br/>From: Blue Swan<br/>I will be leaving in two days for Beijing, hopefully we can discuss this like gentlemen. As for the Black Swans, they are an enemy to both of us. We have already eliminated 50 of the 120, leaving 70 to take care of. In this letter are the coordinates for their camp, where roughly 65 of them are. You are free to destroy them using air strikes.</blockquote>"
1507,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=150,2014-12-01T15:58:00,Pimps Inc,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Official Communique of the People's Republic of China</span></span><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><sup>Military Branch of the People's Republic of China</sup></span><br/><hr/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://img1.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20140203183202/althistory/images/thumb/d/d1/National_Emblem_of_the_People's_Republic_of_China_(5_stars_-_inversed).svg/442px-National_Emblem_of_the_People's_Republic_of_China_(5_stars_-_inversed).svg.png""/></div><br/><hr/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><sup>National Seal of the People's Republic of China</sup></span></div><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-size: 100%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #00FF00"">To:Blue Swan</span><br/><span style=""color: #0040FF"">From:Ministry of National Defense,Chang Wanquan</span><br/><span style=""color: #FF0000"">Subject:Black Swan</span><br/><span style=""color: #FFBF00"">Notice:High Priority</span><br/><span style=""color: #00FFFF"">Encryption:None</span></span><br/><hr/><br/>We shall discuss this further in Beijing.We shall destroy the Black Swan camp but you must deal with the rest.For further reference,we do not need your permission to launch airstrikes on our land.<br/><hr/><br/><br/>Sincerely,<br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/0/07/Xi_Jinping_sign.svg/128px-Xi_Jinping_sign.svg.png""/><br/>President Xi Jinping<br/><hr/><br/>Minister of National Defense Chang Wanquan</blockquote><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Tibetan Airspace</span></span></div><br/><br/>The dark was beginning to fall over the mountains of Tibet.The quiet was only broken by the engines of a JH-7 strike aircraft streaking across the sky at Mach 1.75,making its way to its target.The camp of the Black Swan insurgency was in striking distance,now.The pilot flicked a switch and then lowered its altitude.The sky was lit as 2 missiles made their way to a munitions depot of the camp and then the the GSh-23 autocannon glowed red with heat as dozens of deadly rounds hit the ground,lifting dirt,shrapnel,and limbs into the air.The craft completed two strafing runs before finally returning back home,leaving only craters and fire where once an insurgency had been."
1508,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=150,2014-12-01T16:06:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22643321#p22643321"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Official Communique of the People's Republic of China</span></span><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><sup>Military Branch of the People's Republic of China</sup></span><br/><hr/><br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://img1.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20140203183202/althistory/images/thumb/d/d1/National_Emblem_of_the_People's_Republic_of_China_(5_stars_-_inversed).svg/442px-National_Emblem_of_the_People's_Republic_of_China_(5_stars_-_inversed).svg.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div><br/><hr/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><sup>National Seal of the People's Republic of China</sup></span></div><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-size: 100%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #00FF00"">To:Blue Swan</span><br/><span style=""color: #0040FF"">From:Ministry of National Defense,Chang Wanquan</span><br/><span style=""color: #FF0000"">Subject:Black Swan</span><br/><span style=""color: #FFBF00"">Notice:High Priority</span><br/><span style=""color: #00FFFF"">Encryption:None</span></span><br/><hr/><br/>We shall discuss this further in Beijing.We shall destroy the Black Swan camp but you must deal with the rest.For further reference,we do not need your permission to launch airstrikes on our land.<br/><hr/><br/><br/>Sincerely,<br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/0/07/Xi_Jinping_sign.svg/128px-Xi_Jinping_sign.svg.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/>President Xi Jinping<br/><hr/><br/>Minister of National Defense Chang Wanquan</blockquote><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Tibetan Airspace</span></span></div><br/><br/>The dark was beginning to fall over the mountains of Tibet.The quiet was only broken by the engines of a JH-7 strike aircraft streaking across the sky at Mach 1.75,making its way to its target.The camp of the Black Swan insurgency was in striking distance,now.The pilot flicked a switch and then lowered its altitude.The sky was lit as 2 missiles made their way to a munitions depot of the camp and then the the GSh-23 autocannon glowed red with heat as dozens of deadly rounds hit the ground,lifting dirt,shrapnel,and limbs into the air.The craft completed two strafing runs before finally returning back home,leaving only craters and fire where once an insurgency had been.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Tibetan Airport, Feb 9th</span></span><br/>The Captured Chinese cargo plane began to lift off of the runway. On board was William Aniston and his 20 men security team, each armed with a standard AK47 or AKs74u assault rifles. The pilot radioed the Chinese Air Force and told them that they were traveling to Beijing with Precious Cargo on board.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Tibet</span></span><br/>The last Black Swan fighters were being rounded up and executed, only 5 remained and each was found a hung for war crimes. Along the front lines, Chinese and Tibetan soldiers were seen exchanging hugs and hand shakes. It was reminiscent of the Christmas Truce During WW1."
1509,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=150,2014-12-01T16:15:00,Pimps Inc,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22643427#p22643427"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Tibetan Airport, Feb 9th</span></span><br/>The Captured Chinese cargo plane began to lift off of the runway. On board was William Aniston and his 20 men security team, each armed with a standard AK47 or AKs74u assault rifles. The pilot radioed the Chinese Air Force and told them that they were traveling to Beijing with Precious Cargo on board. <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Tibet</span></span><br/>The last Black Swan fighters were being rounded up and executed, only 5 remained and each was found a hung for war crimes. Along the front lines, Chinese and Tibetan soldiers were seen exchanging hugs and hand shakes. It was reminiscent of the Christmas Truce During WW1.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Chinese Airspace</span><br/><br/>Two J10 combat aircraft silently appeared behind the cargo aircraft.The pilots had been ordered to escort it to Beijing and were permitted to shoot it down if it deviated off course.The hand of one pilot circled dangerously over the firing trigger.He wouldn't shoot it down,his reputation was too grand to stain, and would follow orders....for now."
1510,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=150,2014-12-01T16:20:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22643551#p22643551"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22643427#p22643427"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Tibetan Airport, Feb 9th</span></span><br/>The Captured Chinese cargo plane began to lift off of the runway. On board was William Aniston and his 20 men security team, each armed with a standard AK47 or AKs74u assault rifles. The pilot radioed the Chinese Air Force and told them that they were traveling to Beijing with Precious Cargo on board. <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Tibet</span></span><br/>The last Black Swan fighters were being rounded up and executed, only 5 remained and each was found a hung for war crimes. Along the front lines, Chinese and Tibetan soldiers were seen exchanging hugs and hand shakes. It was reminiscent of the Christmas Truce During WW1.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Chinese Airspace</span><br/><br/>Two J10 combat aircraft silently appeared behind the cargo aircraft.The pilots had been ordered to escort it to Beijing and were permitted to shoot it down if it deviated off course.The hand of one pilot circled dangerously over the firing trigger.He wouldn't shoot it down,his reputation was too grand to stain, and would follow orders....for now.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Later that Evening</span><br/>The Cargo plane landed and immediately William Aniston and his 20 guards exited the plane. He pulled out his phone and dialed the number he was told to call when he landed. He surveyed the Area, around him was the same old airport. Planes took off and landed, ground crews worked on his plane. A man on the other line answered ""Hello, this is William Aniston of the blue swans"""
1511,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=150,2014-12-01T16:42:00,The Greater Gambia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Gambia Upper River Airfield, Eastern Gambia</span><br/><br/>A Mauritanian plane landed at the airfield. Gambia's new leader, Boro Jobateh, came to identify the body personally. The casket was pulled off of the plane. Jobateh opened it and was quickly disgusted with the smell. Apparently, the body had not done well in the heat.""Yes it's him alright. Fucking coward, couldn't face his own people."" Jobateh said. He turned to the Mauritanian official that came to make sure everything went well.""Send thanks to your government. We'll make sure he's buried in an unmarked grave."""
1512,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=175,2014-12-01T17:15:00,New Jordslag,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Banjul, The Gambia</span><br/>Terrance just shrugged. He pointed to one near the center of the River, not even noticing what it was named. ""That one."" He said. ""Also, I need any and all nearby residents to be evacuated. We don't want any accidental casualties."" Knowing that this might lead Jobateh to question what he was going to do, he smiled and said: ""Don't worry, we'll only use Rubber Bullets. They hurt like hell, but they won't be killing anybody unless you saw open their head and expose their brain. Or other vital organ, for that matter."" With that he gave a lazy salute. ""Have your men follow me there. All of them will be War-Worthy by the end of the month, one way or another."" Then he was gone.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">London, England</span><br/>A new Aircraft Carrier was being built in the mostly-repaired harbor of London. Called the HMS<span style=""font-style: italic"">Royal Pride</span>, it was the Sister ship to the HMS<span style=""font-style: italic"">Elizabeth</span>, which was recently renamed HMS<span style=""font-style: italic"">Prince of Wales</span>, to Mark the changing reign.Work was slow, and hardly any progress was being made. But the military was determined to finish it, no matter how long it took. Soon, British Citizens noticed this sentiment of the Military about the ship, and soon they took part in the 'Pride', too."
1513,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=175,2014-12-01T17:50:00,Pimps Inc,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22643610#p22643610"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22643551#p22643551"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Chinese Airspace</span><br/><br/>Two J10 combat aircraft silently appeared behind the cargo aircraft.The pilots had been ordered to escort it to Beijing and were permitted to shoot it down if it deviated off course.The hand of one pilot circled dangerously over the firing trigger.He wouldn't shoot it down,his reputation was too grand to stain, and would follow orders....for now.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Later that Evening</span><br/>The Cargo plane landed and immediately William Aniston and his 20 guards exited the plane. He pulled out his phone and dialed the number he was told to call when he landed. He surveyed the Area, around him was the same old airport. Planes took off and landed, ground crews worked on his plane. A man on the other line answered ""Hello, this is William Aniston of the blue swans""</div></blockquote><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Beijing,China</span></div><br/>A voice crackled with static responds<br/>""An armed escort from the People's Armed Police and the People's Liberation Army will arrive shortly.You shall enter the armored black limousine with tinted windows,without any questions or comments.Most of your men will need to ride in the other cars.The drivers will take you to the Great Hall of the People.President Xi Jinping will be waiting there.""<br/>The line was cut.<br/><br/>The escort arrived and the door was opened from the inside.A line of soldiers of the PLA,armed with QBZ-95 assault rifles lined a corridor towards the open door....."
1514,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=175,2014-12-01T18:01:00,Pimps Inc,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Floridian Airspace,United States of America</span></div><br/><br/>The C-130 Hercules glided near SouthWest Florida International Airport.The gas was running low and the pilots were tired.<br/><br/>""Florida International,this is MAF 2 from the Mexican Air Force.We request to land at the nearest military airfield possible.We are carrying precious cargo and are running low on fuel,over.""<br/><br/>Now,they waited."
1515,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=175,2014-12-01T18:03:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22644670#p22644670"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22643610#p22643610"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Later that Evening</span><br/>The Cargo plane landed and immediately William Aniston and his 20 guards exited the plane. He pulled out his phone and dialed the number he was told to call when he landed. He surveyed the Area, around him was the same old airport. Planes took off and landed, ground crews worked on his plane. A man on the other line answered ""Hello, this is William Aniston of the blue swans""</div></blockquote><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Beijing,China</span></div><br/>A voice crackled with static responds<br/>""An armed escort from the People's Armed Police and the People's Liberation Army will arrive shortly.You shall enter the armored black limousine with tinted windows,without any questions or comments.Most of your men will need to ride in the other cars.The drivers will take you to the Great Hall of the People.President Xi Jinping will be waiting there.""<br/>The line was cut.<br/><br/>The escort arrived and the door was opened from the inside.A line of soldiers of the PLA,armed with QBZ-95 assault rifles lined a corridor towards the open door.....</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Beijing,China</span><br/>William walked nervously toward the limo, his hand resting on the .44 strapped to his hip. He got in with 2 guards, his best."
1516,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=175,2014-12-01T18:10:00,Pimps Inc,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22644841#p22644841"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22644670#p22644670"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Beijing,China</span></div><br/>A voice crackled with static responds<br/>""An armed escort from the People's Armed Police and the People's Liberation Army will arrive shortly.You shall enter the armored black limousine with tinted windows,without any questions or comments.Most of your men will need to ride in the other cars.The drivers will take you to the Great Hall of the People.President Xi Jinping will be waiting there.""<br/>The line was cut.<br/><br/>The escort arrived and the door was opened from the inside.A line of soldiers of the PLA,armed with QBZ-95 assault rifles lined a corridor towards the open door.....</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Beijing,China</span><br/>William walked nervously toward the limo, his hand resting on the .44 strapped to his hip. He got in with 2 guards, his best.</div></blockquote><br/>Once inside,the door was slammed shut.The escort started towards the Great Hall.A soldier who appeared to be of a Colonel rank acknowledged them.<br/>""Mr.Aniston.Please,do not worry.You will be safe.We are men of honor,not of lies.Even if we broke our part of the deal,you would have nowhere to go.Now,Where are you from,exactly?"
1517,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=175,2014-12-01T18:17:00,The Greater Gambia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Kanafar, Northern Bank, The Gambia</span><br/><br/>The village of Kanafar has been abandoned since before the second world war. Now, it's being used as the training ground for the Gambian Special Air Service. Surrounding villages within a 15km radius had to be evacuated. The government plans to reimburse the villagers by covering costs for building new villages. One hundred soldiers of the new Gambian army had been selected to join, though it was expected that the number would drop as training went on. The recruits were talking amongst themselves when their instructor, Terrance walked out of his tent. They spoke in Mandinka.""What's the toubab doing here?"" Some of them said, along with other insults."
1518,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=175,2014-12-01T18:24:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22644960#p22644960"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22644841#p22644841"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Beijing,China</span><br/>William walked nervously toward the limo, his hand resting on the .44 strapped to his hip. He got in with 2 guards, his best.</div></blockquote><br/>Once inside,the door was slammed shut.The escort started towards the Great Hall.A soldier who appeared to be of a Colonel rank acknowledged them.<br/>""Mr.Aniston.Please,do not worry.You will be safe.We are men of honor,not of lies.Even if we broke our part of the deal,you would have nowhere to go.Now,Where are you from,exactly?</div></blockquote><br/>""I am from the U.S, but my father was monk here after Vietnam. I moved here when I was 14. That is about it. And you?"""
1519,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=175,2014-12-01T18:33:00,The GA of the United Nations,"<img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/2/28/Seal_of_the_President_of_the_Republic_of_Korea.svg/350px-Seal_of_the_President_of_the_Republic_of_Korea.svg.png""/><br/><br/>To: The Commonwealth of Australia<br/>From: The Republic of South Korea<br/>Encryption:<span style=""color: #FF0000"">HIGH</span><br/>Dear Mr. President,<br/>We have had extremely good relations for many years, and I hope to continue that relationship for years to come. Our military is extremely powerful, but we don't have enough manpower for border patrol on the North-South Korean border. If you station a few hundred soldiers in our nation, we will agree to increase patrols in the South China Sea to help protect your nation.<br/><br/>Thank you for your time.<br/><br/>Sincerely,<br/>Park Geun-hye<br/>President of the Republic of South Korea"
1520,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=175,2014-12-01T18:37:00,Pimps Inc,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22645157#p22645157"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22644960#p22644960"">wrote</a>:</cite>Once inside,the door was slammed shut.The escort started towards the Great Hall.A soldier who appeared to be of a Colonel rank acknowledged them.<br/>""Mr.Aniston.Please,do not worry.You will be safe.We are men of honor,not of lies.Even if we broke our part of the deal,you would have nowhere to go.Now,Where are you from,exactly?</div></blockquote><br/>""I am from the U.S, but my father was monk here after Vietnam. I moved here when I was 14. That is about it. And you?""</div></blockquote><br/>""I'm afraid regulations restrict me from telling much information.But,I will tell you that I hate the Chinese but I am still a man of my word.I promised to serve my country any years go.Now,what is a US citizen doing in Tibet,sparking a revolution in a hellhole?CIA,I presume?"""
1521,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=175,2014-12-01T18:42:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22645381#p22645381"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22645157#p22645157"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I am from the U.S, but my father was monk here after Vietnam. I moved here when I was 14. That is about it. And you?""</div></blockquote><br/>""I'm afraid regulations restrict me from telling much information.But,I will tell you that I hate the Chinese but I am still a man of my word.I promised to serve my country any years go.Now,what is a US citizen doing in Tibet,sparking a revolution in a hellhole?CIA,I presume?""</div></blockquote><br/>""What are you saying? Are you saying you are CIA?"" William was starting to get worried."
1522,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=175,2014-12-01T18:49:00,Pimps Inc,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22645452#p22645452"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22645381#p22645381"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I'm afraid regulations restrict me from telling much information.But,I will tell you that I hate the Chinese but I am still a man of my word.I promised to serve my country any years go.Now,what is a US citizen doing in Tibet,sparking a revolution in a hellhole?CIA,I presume?""</div></blockquote><br/>""What are you saying? Are you saying you are CIA?"" William was starting to get worried.</div></blockquote><br/>"" I am asking what you are doing in a land you are not welcome in!Tibet should be under Chinese control and probably will remain there.We could crush the insurgency in a day and imprison you for attempting a revolution.Your people in America wouldn't be very happy to find out about a agent doing this in China and wasting their tax money on pointless attempted coups in Tibet."""
1523,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=175,2014-12-01T18:55:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22645537#p22645537"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22645452#p22645452"">wrote</a>:</cite>""What are you saying? Are you saying you are CIA?"" William was starting to get worried.</div></blockquote><br/>"" I am asking what you are doing in a land you are not welcome in!Tibet should be under Chinese control and probably will remain there.We could crush the insurgency in a day and imprison you for attempting a revolution.Your people in America wouldn't be very happy to find out about a agent doing this in China and wasting their tax money on pointless attempted coups in Tibet.""</div></blockquote><br/>""I am not CIA! I am a man who saw one too many Chinese murders of innocent people. I know you are following orders, but can't you see? Tibet wants independence"""
1524,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=175,2014-12-01T18:59:00,Marsisian,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Berlin, Germany</span><br/><br/>The President was quietly thinking in one of the government building's busiest times of the day. He thought about the huge territorial losses in the twentieth century and the economic growth which led to it becoming one of the foremost powers in Europe. Suddenly, a realization popped into his mind. The 2017 election was coming up and he did want to keep office. The way to do that was to gain the public's support. His first action would be to try and purchase the Kaliningrad Oblast which had large cultural and historical significance to Germany for hundreds of years. It would be difficult but he would try.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To the Russian Federation<br/>From the Federal Republic of Germany<br/><br/> Greetings,<br/><br/>We have recently taken an interest in the Kaliningrad Oblast, formerly called East Prussia. We seek to recover it and are willing to go through negotiations to iron out the details of a possible purchase if you agree to this decision. <br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Signed, Joachim Gauck, President of Germany</span></blockquote><br/><br/>Then, he thought, he could increase German involvement in the Americas by increasing relations with a growing economy, Mexico.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To the United Mexican States<br/>From the Federal Republic of Germany<br/> <br/> Greetings,<br/><br/>We seek to improve relations with a surely growing power in North America. I offer you a trade agreement and an invitation to Berlin for a conference to boost both of our nations' relations in a discussion involving our governments.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Signed, Joachim Gauck, President of Germany</span></blockquote>"
1525,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=175,2014-12-01T19:02:00,Pimps Inc,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22645637#p22645637"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22645537#p22645537"">wrote</a>:</cite>"" I am asking what you are doing in a land you are not welcome in!Tibet should be under Chinese control and probably will remain there.We could crush the insurgency in a day and imprison you for attempting a revolution.Your people in America wouldn't be very happy to find out about a agent doing this in China and wasting their tax money on pointless attempted coups in Tibet.""</div></blockquote><br/>""I am not CIA! I am a man who saw one too many Chinese murders of innocent people. I know you are following orders, but can't you see? Tibet wants independence""</div></blockquote><br/>""I'm sure they do.Yet,did you actually even think this through?If Tibet were to become independent,what then?The country will be in ruins.No economy,no defense,and vulnerable to the sorrounding countries.You would kill Tibet by giving it freedom...."""
1526,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=175,2014-12-01T19:04:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22645744#p22645744"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22645637#p22645637"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I am not CIA! I am a man who saw one too many Chinese murders of innocent people. I know you are following orders, but can't you see? Tibet wants independence""</div></blockquote><br/>""I'm sure they do.Yet,did you actually even think this through?If Tibet were to become independent,what then?The country will be in ruins.No economy,no defense,and vulnerable to the sorrounding countries.You would kill Tibet by giving it freedom....""</div></blockquote><br/>""Look at America, they started from nothing and now they are a superpower. If we do get freedom, we will still have strong relations with you. Mainly because a lot of my people have relatives here"""
1527,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=175,2014-12-01T19:07:00,Pimps Inc,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22645773#p22645773"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22645744#p22645744"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I'm sure they do.Yet,did you actually even think this through?If Tibet were to become independent,what then?The country will be in ruins.No economy,no defense,and vulnerable to the sorrounding countries.You would kill Tibet by giving it freedom....""</div></blockquote><br/>""Look at America, they started from nothing and now they are a superpower. If we do get freedom, we will still have strong relations with you. Mainly because a lot of my people have relatives here""</div></blockquote><br/>""The ""Americans"" started off in a land where the native people were wild and without much advanced technology.The colonists had guns.You?You may have guns but every single country around you has bigger and better guns.As for the relations,I don't guarentee anything.The government has their own agenda and reasons to cut all ties with you if you seperate."""
1528,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=175,2014-12-01T19:09:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22645829#p22645829"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22645773#p22645773"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Look at America, they started from nothing and now they are a superpower. If we do get freedom, we will still have strong relations with you. Mainly because a lot of my people have relatives here""</div></blockquote><br/>""The ""Americans"" started off in a land where the native people were wild and without much advanced technology.The colonists had guns.You?You may have guns but every single country around you has bigger and better guns.As for the relations,I don't guarentee anything.The government has their own agenda and reasons to cut all ties with you if you seperate.""</div></blockquote><br/>""But we are also friendly to every other nation. We are already in the midst of working on alliances with several nations. Do you have family in Tibet?"""
1529,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=175,2014-12-01T19:16:00,Pimps Inc,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22645860#p22645860"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22645829#p22645829"">wrote</a>:</cite>""The ""Americans"" started off in a land where the native people were wild and without much advanced technology.The colonists had guns.You?You may have guns but every single country around you has bigger and better guns.As for the relations,I don't guarentee anything.The government has their own agenda and reasons to cut all ties with you if you seperate.""</div></blockquote><br/>""But we are also friendly to every other nation. We are already in the midst of working on alliances with several nations. Do you have family in Tibet?""</div></blockquote><br/>""Most other nations are only looking to gaining wealth/power/or anything from your independence.They don't care about Tibet.And no,I don't have family...at all.They're all dead."""
1530,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=175,2014-12-01T19:17:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22645957#p22645957"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22645860#p22645860"">wrote</a>:</cite>""But we are also friendly to every other nation. We are already in the midst of working on alliances with several nations. Do you have family in Tibet?""</div></blockquote><br/>""Most other nations are only looking to gaining wealth/power/or anything from your independence.They don't care about Tibet.And no,I don't have family...at all.They're all dead.""</div></blockquote><br/>""If I may ask, what happened?"""
1531,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=175,2014-12-01T19:20:00,Pimps Inc,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22645971#p22645971"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22645957#p22645957"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Most other nations are only looking to gaining wealth/power/or anything from your independence.They don't care about Tibet.And no,I don't have family...at all.They're all dead.""</div></blockquote><br/>""If I may ask, what happened?""</div></blockquote><br/>""Tiananmen Square,1989....."""
1532,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=175,2014-12-01T19:21:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22646000#p22646000"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22645971#p22645971"">wrote</a>:</cite>""If I may ask, what happened?""</div></blockquote><br/>""Tiananmen Square,1989.....""</div></blockquote><br/>""I am sorry. My brother was killed there. Horrible. I see you aren't happy with the government either?"""
1533,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=175,2014-12-01T19:22:00,Kargintina,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>The GA of the United Nations <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22645300#p22645300"">wrote</a>:</cite>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/2/28/Seal_of_the_President_of_the_Republic_of_Korea.svg/350px-Seal_of_the_President_of_the_Republic_of_Korea.svg.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/><br/>To: The Commonwealth of Australia<br/>From: The Republic of South Korea<br/>Encryption: <span style=""color: #FF0000"">HIGH</span><br/>Dear Mr. President,<br/>We have had extremely good relations for many years, and I hope to continue that relationship for years to come. Our military is extremely powerful, but we don't have enough manpower for border patrol on the North-South Korean border. If you station a few hundred soldiers in our nation, we will agree to increase patrols in the South China Sea to help protect your nation.<br/><br/>Thank you for your time.<br/><br/>Sincerely,<br/>Park Geun-hye<br/>President of the Republic of South Korea</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/7/78/Australian_Coat_of_Arms.png""/><br/>To:Park Geun-hye, President of the Republic of Korea<br/>From: Tony Abbott, Prime Minister of the Commonwealth of Australia<br/>I fully understand your fear for your people, with the recent famine in North Korea they have been acting heavily aggresive, even launching a missile into the ocean. We will send Seven-Hundred soldiers to your nation to help garrison any lightly defended areas, as the Australian military isn't doing much currently. I wish the best for your nation and people, as you are the rightful owners of the Korean peninsula.<br/>Signed,<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Tony Abbott, Prime Minister of the Commonwealth of Australia</span></blockquote>"
1534,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=175,2014-12-01T19:26:00,The GA of the United Nations,"<img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/2/28/Seal_of_the_President_of_the_Republic_of_Korea.svg/350px-Seal_of_the_President_of_the_Republic_of_Korea.svg.png""/><br/><br/>To: The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland<br/>From: The Republic of South Korea<br/>Encryption:<span style=""color: #FF0000"">HIGH</span><br/><br/>Hello there Prime Minister!<br/>We have heard of the horrible storm that hit London, and we are very saddened by this disaster. We would like to help you. We will send 500 humanitarian workers to London by next week. However, the reason we are doing this is out of kindness, but we would like something in return as well. This is why the encryption is so high. If you send a small amount of troops to be stationed on our border between North Korea and us, we will send the humanitarian aid as quick as we can. I hope you accept our offer.<br/><br/>Sincerely,<br/>Park Geun-hye<br/>President of the Republic of South Korea"
1535,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=175,2014-12-01T19:38:00,The GA of the United Nations,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/7/78/Australian_Coat_of_Arms.png""/><br/>To:Park Geun-hye, President of the Republic of Korea<br/>From: Tony Abbott, Prime Minister of the Commonwealth of Australia<br/>I fully understand your fear for your people, with the recent famine in North Korea they have been acting heavily aggresive, even launching a missile into the ocean. We will send Seven-Hundred soldiers to your nation to help garrison any lightly defended areas, as the Australian military isn't doing much currently. I wish the best for your nation and people, as you are the rightful owners of the Korean peninsula.<br/>Signed,<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Tony Abbott, Prime Minister of the Commonwealth of Australia</span></blockquote></div></div></div><br/>To: The Commonwealth of Australia<br/>From: The Republic of South Korea<br/>Encryption:<span style=""color: #FF0000"">HIGH</span><br/>Dear Prime Minister,<br/>Thank you so much for accepting my offer! If you need any assistance with anything, feel free to ask me right away.<br/><br/>Sincerely,<br/>Park Geun-hye<br/>President of the Republic of South Korea"
1536,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=175,2014-12-01T20:36:00,Pimps Inc,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22646016#p22646016"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22646000#p22646000"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Tiananmen Square,1989.....""</div></blockquote><br/>""I am sorry. My brother was killed there. Horrible. I see you aren't happy with the government either?""</div></blockquote><br/>""I got over it.Yet,the government is going to stay.No one,neither you nor any super power in the world,can change that.I support the PRC and....it seems we have arrived at our destination."""
1537,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=200,2014-12-02T05:13:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22647050#p22647050"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22646016#p22646016"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I am sorry. My brother was killed there. Horrible. I see you aren't happy with the government either?""</div></blockquote><br/>""I got over it.Yet,the government is going to stay.No one,neither you nor any super power in the world,can change that.I support the PRC and....it seems we have arrived at our destination.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Ah, good. Lead the way"""
1538,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=200,2014-12-02T08:55:00,Of The Rnclave,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22644814#p22644814"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Floridian Airspace,United States of America</span></div><br/><br/>The C-130 Hercules glided near SouthWest Florida International Airport.The gas was running low and the pilots were tired.<br/><br/>""Florida International,this is MAF 2 from the Mexican Air Force.We request to land at the nearest military airfield possible.We are carrying precious cargo and are running low on fuel,over.""<br/><br/>Now,they waited.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Your free to land, but due to safety rules your plane will be searched."" The traffic controller answered, security guards ran out on the Tarmac as the plane landed. Men lined up as the plane landed, a oil tanker being rolled out."
1539,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=200,2014-12-02T16:14:00,Pimps Inc,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22649091#p22649091"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22647050#p22647050"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I got over it.Yet,the government is going to stay.No one,neither you nor any super power in the world,can change that.I support the PRC and....it seems we have arrived at our destination.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Ah, good. Lead the way""</div></blockquote><br/>""The soldiers outside will take you to the President.I would advise you to not anger him since the fate of you and your entire hopes of achieving independence are in his hands."""
1540,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=200,2014-12-02T16:17:00,Pimps Inc,"<blockquote><div><cite>Of The Rnclave <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22650509#p22650509"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22644814#p22644814"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Floridian Airspace,United States of America</span></div><br/><br/>The C-130 Hercules glided near SouthWest Florida International Airport.The gas was running low and the pilots were tired.<br/><br/>""Florida International,this is MAF 2 from the Mexican Air Force.We request to land at the nearest military airfield possible.We are carrying precious cargo and are running low on fuel,over.""<br/><br/>Now,they waited.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Your free to land, but due to safety rules your plane will be searched."" The traffic controller answered, security guards ran out on the Tarmac as the plane landed. Men lined up as the plane landed, a oil tanker being rolled out.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Understood.We are only carrying 10 troops of the Mexican Army for transport.Another C-130 shall also arrive shortly,carrying a few weapons and supplies.Nothing major,I assure you,but we will allow you to search the planes.Thank you for allowing us to land."""
1541,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=200,2014-12-02T16:20:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22654758#p22654758"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22649091#p22649091"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Ah, good. Lead the way""</div></blockquote><br/>""The soldiers outside will take you to the President.I would advise you to not anger him since the fate of you and your entire hopes of achieving independence are in his hands.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Thank you"" William followed the soldiers to the door, his 2 guards trailing him."
1542,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=200,2014-12-02T16:24:00,Pimps Inc,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22654832#p22654832"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22654758#p22654758"">wrote</a>:</cite>""The soldiers outside will take you to the President.I would advise you to not anger him since the fate of you and your entire hopes of achieving independence are in his hands.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Thank you"" William followed the soldiers to the door, his 2 guards trailing him.</div></blockquote><br/>Before William left,the colonel once again asked-<br/>""Are you a religious person,Mr.Aniston?Never mind,no gods matters here except for the one inside that giant building behind you...""<br/>And with that,the door was closed and the escort sped away.<br/><br/>The soldiers took William to the door and escorted him to a set of doors.They stopped and lined each side of the hall and motioned towards the door....."
1543,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=200,2014-12-02T16:26:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22654882#p22654882"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22654832#p22654832"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Thank you"" William followed the soldiers to the door, his 2 guards trailing him.</div></blockquote><br/>Before William left,the colonel once again asked-<br/>""Are you a religious person,Mr.Aniston?Never mind,no gods matters here except for the one inside that giant building behind you...""<br/>And with that,the door was closed and the escort sped away.<br/><br/>The soldiers took William to the door and escorted him to a set of doors.They stopped and lined each side of the hall and motioned towards the door.....</div></blockquote><br/>William knocked on the door, his guards shifting on their feet uncomfortably."
1544,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=200,2014-12-02T17:12:00,Pimps Inc,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22654899#p22654899"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22654882#p22654882"">wrote</a>:</cite>Before William left,the colonel once again asked-<br/>""Are you a religious person,Mr.Aniston?Never mind,no gods matters here except for the one inside that giant building behind you...""<br/>And with that,the door was closed and the escort sped away.<br/><br/>The soldiers took William to the door and escorted him to a set of doors.They stopped and lined each side of the hall and motioned towards the door.....</div></blockquote><br/>William knocked on the door, his guards shifting on their feet uncomfortably.</div></blockquote><br/>""Come in...""<br/>A muffled voice responded."
1545,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=200,2014-12-02T17:33:00,Pimps Inc,"<blockquote><div><cite>Marsisian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22645692#p22645692"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Berlin, Germany</span><br/>Then, he thought, he could increase German involvement in the Americas by increasing relations with a growing economy, Mexico.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To the United Mexican States<br/>From the Federal Republic of Germany<br/> <br/> Greetings,<br/><br/>We seek to improve relations with a surely growing power in North America. I offer you a trade agreement and an invitation to Berlin for a conference to boost both of our nations' relations in a discussion involving our governments.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Signed, Joachim Gauck, President of Germany</span></blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><hr/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/9/90/Seal_of_the_Government_of_Mexico.svg/482px-Seal_of_the_Government_of_Mexico.svg.png""/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Seal of the Government of Mexico</span></div><br/><hr/><br/><div align=""center"">To:Federal Republic of Germany<br/>From:United Mexican States<br/>Encryption:<span style=""color: #FF0000"">TOP PRIORITY</span></div><br/><hr/><br/><br/><sub>We are joyous to hear your request.I hope the United Mexican States and the Federal Republic of Germany can become very great allies in the near future.I will attend the conference in Berlin,as well.We have many topics to discuss.We would also like to buy 900 Heckler and Koch UMPs,as a sign of cooperation.</sub><br/><br/>Sincerely,<br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/d/dd/EPN_Firma.png/119px-EPN_Firma.png""/><br/>Enrique Pena Nieto,President of Mexico</blockquote>"
1546,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=200,2014-12-02T17:37:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22655476#p22655476"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22654899#p22654899"">wrote</a>:</cite>William knocked on the door, his guards shifting on their feet uncomfortably.</div></blockquote><br/>""Come in...""<br/>A muffled voice responded.</div></blockquote><br/>Willliam entered the room and bowed to the man at the desk ""Hello"""
1547,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=200,2014-12-02T17:56:00,Marsisian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22655807#p22655807"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Marsisian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22645692#p22645692"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Berlin, Germany</span><br/>Then, he thought, he could increase German involvement in the Americas by increasing relations with a growing economy, Mexico.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To the United Mexican States<br/>From the Federal Republic of Germany<br/> <br/> Greetings,<br/><br/>We seek to improve relations with a surely growing power in North America. I offer you a trade agreement and an invitation to Berlin for a conference to boost both of our nations' relations in a discussion involving our governments.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Signed, Joachim Gauck, President of Germany</span></blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><hr/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/9/90/Seal_of_the_Government_of_Mexico.svg/482px-Seal_of_the_Government_of_Mexico.svg.png""/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Seal of the Government of Mexico</span></div><br/><hr/><br/><div align=""center"">To:Federal Republic of Germany<br/>From:United Mexican States<br/>Encryption:<span style=""color: #FF0000"">TOP PRIORITY</span></div><br/><hr/><br/><br/><sub>We are joyous to hear your request.I hope the United Mexican States and the Federal Republic of Germany can become very great allies in the near future.I will attend the conference in Berlin,as well.We have many topics to discuss.We would also like to buy 900 Heckler and Koch UMPs,as a sign of cooperation.</sub><br/><br/>Sincerely,<br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/d/dd/EPN_Firma.png/119px-EPN_Firma.png""/><br/>Enrique Pena Nieto,President of Mexico</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To the United Mexican States<br/>From the Federal Republic of Germany<br/><br/>Greetings,<br/><br/>We are happy to hear that and I hope to see you at the conference in Berlin. I also approve the purchase and we will send the UMPs to you as soon as we get the payment for the shipment.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Signed, Joachim Gauck, President of Germany</span></blockquote>"
1548,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=200,2014-12-02T18:36:00,Licata,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Italy</span><br/><br/>Matteo Renzi stand in the Colosseum. Over the years he's become more and more infatuated with ancient Rome. He decided that it was his duty to restore the empire and to bring order as the Romans had. He thought to him self as he made his way back to his car.<br/><br/>""I had thought I fixed Italy before, it'd seem I was wrong. Things may be improving and running smoother, but at this rate we will fall behind. I will have to contact some old friends.""<br/><br/>Renzi reaches his car and drives to the Parliament building where he continue his internal plotting. After entering his office he locks the doors behind himself and calls up the leaders of the army.<br/><br/>""Once more, we must save Italy. Prepare your men. Pull back all troops to the Fatherland.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">World</span><br/><br/>All Italian troops begin repatriation.<br/><br/>Italian soldiers storm the parliament and all other important government buildings. All of Italy is told that Renzi is once more taking up arms for the sake of saving Italy."
1549,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=200,2014-12-02T19:20:00,Pimps Inc,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><hr/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/9/90/Seal_of_the_Government_of_Mexico.svg/482px-Seal_of_the_Government_of_Mexico.svg.png""/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Seal of the Government of Mexico</span></div><br/><hr/><br/><div align=""center"">To:Federal Republic of Germany<br/>From:United Mexican States<br/>Encryption:<span style=""color: #FF0000"">TOP PRIORITY</span></div><br/><hr/><br/><br/><sub>The money is being wired as we speak.Please deliver 15 to the UK,we shall recieve them there,but the rest should go to the Port of Veracruz.We would also like you to maybe see if you could persuade your friends in Austria to give us a precious relic from Mexico's history,the headress of Montezuma.</sub><br/><br/>Sincerely,<br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/d/dd/EPN_Firma.png/119px-EPN_Firma.png""/><br/>Enrique Pena Nieto,President of Mexico</blockquote>"
1550,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=200,2014-12-02T19:35:00,The Greater Gambia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Banjul, The Gambia</span><br/><br/>Boro Jobateh had gathered the top brass of the Gambian Liberation Party for a meeting to decide the future of the country. Once the last official arrived, Jobateh began to speak.""Gentlemen, our short reign has already seen improvements in the country. Money has been reclaimed for the people from the clutches of those that supported the old regime. Military aide from the UK has already improved the status of our military, giving our troops modern weaponry for the 21st century. But there is still work to be done, A third of our country lives below the poverty line. We must make our country prosper! We must make the Gambia the Dubai of Africa!"" One of the leaders spoke up.""How do you plan on achieving this goal? Our country relies on farming just to get by."" Jobateh simply replied.""That is why I've brought you all here today. I want all of you to find ways to improve the country. I want offers of reforms for education, agriculture, and infrastructure in one month."" After bickering between the officials, the meeting was over. They atleast agreed with Jobateh's plan."
1551,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=200,2014-12-02T19:40:00,Zatak,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><span style=""color: #0000FF""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Events</span></span></div><br/><br/><span style=""color: #FF0000"">Mexico: The nation of Mexico was growing slowly but surely with increase military capability and a slightly increasing HDI the times were looking good for the large American nation but sadly there were still problems and one was the <a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Popular_Revolutionary_Army"" rel=""nofollow"">Popular Revolutionary army</a> a leftist guerrilla movement in Mexico. Though it operates mainly in the state of Guerrero, it has also conducted operations in Oaxaca, Chiapas, Guanajuato, Tlaxcala and Veracruz.<br/>The EPR announced its existence on June 28, 1996 at the commemoration of the Aguas Blancas massacre one year earlier. Dozens of rebels, carrying AK-47 and AR-15 rifles, declared war against the Mexican government and read aloud the ""Aguas Blancas Manifesto"", as well as firing 17 shots into the air to pay respect to the 17 who died in the massacre. <br/><br/>The Popular Revolutionary Army has a fairly Maoist ideology, and advocates socialist peasant revolution. Subcomandante Marcos has distanced the EZLN from the EPR in his communiqués, largely because of the EPR activities in the state of Chiapas in the midst of peace talks in 1996 and 1997. The EPR though still asserts its support of the Zapatistas. The Popular Revolutionary Army has founded a militarized political party, the Popular Revolutionary Democratic Party, or Partido Democrático Popular Revolucionario. The group often signs its communiqués ""PDPR-EPR,"" combining the Spanish initials of the army and the party. However, the Popular Revolutionary Democratic Party does not function in the political world independent of the Popular Revolutionary Army; the party does not appear on ballots in any local or federal elections.<br/><br/>The time was 9:30 AM at a small Mexican border town only 20 kilometers from the US border when a pair of two white vans drove down one of the few streets in them were 6 men each who were members of the popular revolutionary army which have been active for a few years now minus small attacks. The men were armed with only a few AK-47 and two M1 garands they had one simple job today and that was to caue a little trouble around the town at the slight cost of a few lives.<br/><br/>The men parked in front of a little busy marketplace as they got out of they're cars smiling.... hidden under masks so no one could see them like spirits of death and with a chuckle they didnt hesitate one of the 12 men asked a simple question..<br/><br/>""How many stones does it take to kill a mockingbird....?''<br/><br/>""Just one""<br/><br/>With no hesitation the men pulled they're guns and opened fire on the 60 people unloading clip after clip as they screamed the one officer there was quickly killed before anyone could react the men jut smiled as the people fell like flies including 3 American citizens who were just tourists to the nation and no one important..... but they did not care.<br/><br/>In the end 46 people layed dead and over 30 injured before the men ran off to who knows where after which the group declared war on the Mexican government and promised worse to come but the bigger trouble was the mass panic that came to the smaller border towns that soon turned violent...... </span><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""color: #0040FF"">America: The earthquake was devastating for everyone both the people in California and the economy both of which needed time to recover but for now there was a bit of good news this time from NASA's New Horizons.<br/><br/>ew Horizons is a NASA space probe launched to study the dwarf planet Pluto (still considered a planet at time of launch), its moons and one or two Kuiper belt objects, depending on which are in position to be explored. Part of the New Frontiers program, the mission was approved in 2001 after cancellation of Pluto Fast Flyby and Pluto Kuiper Express. The mission profile was proposed by a team led by principal investigator Alan Stern of Southwest Research Institute. After several delays on the launch site, New Horizons was launched on 19 January 2006 from Cape Canaveral, directly into an Earth-and-solar-escape trajectory with an Earth-relative speed of about 16.26 kilometers per second (58,536 km/h; 36,373 mph); it set the record for the highest launch speed of a human-made object from Earth. New Horizons wasto perform a flyby of the Pluto system on 14 July 2015.<br/><br/>After a brief encounter with asteroid 132524 APL, New Horizons proceeded to Jupiter, making its closest approach on 28 February 2007 at a distance of 2.3 million kilometers (1.4 million miles). The Jupiter flyby provided a gravity assist that increased New Horizons' speed by 4 km/s (14,000 km/h; 9,000 mph). The encounter was also used as a general test of New Horizons' scientific capabilities, returning data about the planet's atmosphere, moons and magnetosphere. After Jupiter, the probe continued toward Pluto. Much of the post-Jupiter voyage has been spent in hibernation mode to preserve onboard systems. New Horizons photographed Pluto for the first time in September 2006, followed by an image that distinguished Pluto and its moon Charon as two separate objects in July 2013. For New Horizons' current distance from the Sun, Earth or Pluto, see.[1] Radio signals take more than 4 hours to travel to the spacecraft from Earth.<br/><br/>The New horizon space probe was to reach the Dwarf Planet in 2015 but this was delayed to 2016 more importantly now as the probe did what they hoped and had taken the first up close pictures of Pluto for the first time and to science this was a major show of American space power being the first to do so and further boosted American spirit that they were still on top. After passing by Pluto, New Horizons will continue farther into the Kuiper belt. Mission planners searched for one or more additional Kuiper belt objects (KBOs) of the order of 50–100 km (31–62 mi) in diameter for as targets for flybys similar to the spacecraft's Plutonian encounter. Because maneuvering capability is limited, this phase of the mission is contingent on the presence of suitable KBOs close to New Horizons's flight path, ruling out any possibility for a flyby of Eris, a trans-Neptunian object comparable in size to Pluto....... </span><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""color: #00FF40"">Gambia; The new nation had a lot to recover from and at first it seemed no one would help even the nations that backed the rebels just went to completely ignoring them and at the moment the nation was in bad shape with a falling economy and greater crime rate things only got worse but there was one group willing to start a series of help packages......<br/><br/>Doctors Without Borders, is a French-founded (now international and federal) humanitarian-aid non-governmental organization and Nobel Peace Prize laureate, best known for its projects in war-torn regions and developing countries facing endemic diseases. Its headquarters are in Geneva, Switzerland. The organization is known in most of the world by its French name or simply as MSF, but in Canada and the United States the name Doctors Without Borders is commonly used. In 2007 over 26,000, mostly local, doctors, nurses and other medical professionals, logistical experts, water and sanitation engineers and administrators provided medical aid in over 60 countries. These doctors and nurses decided to volunteer their time to solve issues of world health. Private donors provide about 80% of the organization's funding, while governmental and corporate donations provide the rest, giving MSF an annual budget of approximately US$400 million.<br/><br/>The organization actively provides health care and medical training to populations in about 70 countries and frequently insists on political responsibility in conflict zones such as Chechnya and Kosovo. Only once in its history, during the 1994 genocide in Rwanda, has the organization called for military intervention. In order to be able to speak and act freely, MSF remains independent of any political, religious or economic powers.<br/><br/>MSF has general consultative status with the United Nations Economic and Social Council. It received the 1999 Nobel Peace Prize in recognition of its members' continued efforts to provide medical care in acute crises, as well as raising international awareness of potential humanitarian disasters. James Orbinski, who was the president of the organization at the time, accepted the prize on behalf of MSF. Prior to this, MSF also received the 1996 Seoul Peace Prize. Since 1 October 2013, the International president of MSF is Joanne Liu.<br/><br/>MSF should not be confused with Médecins du Monde (Doctors of the World, in English). The latter organization was formed in part by members of the former organization, but it is an entirely independent non-governmental organization with no links to MSF today.<br/><br/>The group came in to help the injured and as a result started a chain of events that lead to the GRF (Gambia Relief fund) a international response program to help Gambia rebuild starting in Africa but quickly spread to a global campaign a massing over 4 million dollars worldwide and growing by the day to include over 100,000 donaters. <br/><br/><br/>UK/Ireland: The troubles have been terrible for all but there was hope thanks to the good old BOMB DIPLOMACY in other words a recent bomb attack from the royal air force recently killed the unnamed leader of the IRA along with several other key commanders as reported by the group over a Youtube video in which they called for Irish men to ""Keep strong"" and keepon fighting but with the death of there leaders the fighters that promised to fight for there homelands and for a free Ireland were soon dropping arms and returning home or surrendering.<br/><br/>Soon the rebels were at the breaking point and were trying hard to fight back but soon they were little more then small groups of IRA fighters holding on desperately but there were a few interesting weapons including <a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/9K38_Igla"" rel=""nofollow"">Igla MANPADS</a> and such things as <a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/AK-103"" rel=""nofollow"">AK-103</a> among other things including heavy weapons and AT launchers supplied by unknown sources.<br/><br/>The economy of both nations was also improving as the storm began to seem like the past and the effects vanish but the war was not won and the future looked dim for them and the world as the EU started to fail because of many causes and the rise of a new UK maybe one reunited be it peacefully or by a force greater then they're own..... </span></blockquote>"
1552,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=200,2014-12-04T15:37:00,The Greater Gambia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Banjul, The Gambia</span><br/><br/>With over 4 million dollars in donations with more coming in every day, things were looking up for the Gambia. The GLP decided to put the funds into improving education and agriculture. The money would be used to buy school teachers, buy school supplies, and make improvements to schools in the Banjul and Brikama LGA's. To improve agriculture, the donations were used to buy better farming equipment such as tractors, plows, and dust croppers. Most of the equipment would be from John Deer, which the company would use to advertise their brand as helping third world nations. Gambians would become big fans of John Deer tractors, a love rivaling their American counterparts. While the improvements were to be started in the Banjul and Brikama LGA's, plans were made to implement them through the rest of the country the next 10 years."
1553,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=200,2014-12-04T16:03:00,New Jordslag,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22645055#p22645055"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Kanafar, Northern Bank, The Gambia</span><br/><br/>The village of Kanafar has been abandoned since before the second world war. Now, it's being used as the training ground for the Gambian Special Air Service. Surrounding villages within a 15km radius had to be evacuated. The government plans to reimburse the villagers by covering costs for building new villages. One hundred soldiers of the new Gambian army had been selected to join, though it was expected that the number would drop as training went on. The recruits were talking amongst themselves when their instructor, Terrance walked out of his tent. They spoke in Mandinka.""What's the toubab doing here?"" Some of them said, along with other insults.</div></blockquote><br/>Terrance was getting annoyed by these disrespectful, lazy, loud recruits. He walked up to one of them, one of the ones who called him a Toubab, and slapped him with his Rifle Butt. ""Listen up, you little boys! I have no patience to deal with your stupidity or your laziness. You either get fit here and gain glory for your country, leave here on shame, or DIE HERE. You men shall split into two Platoons of 50. There will be 17 Fireteams each, but one on each side will have only two men. However, those two Fireteams will have the ADVANTAGE: They will have their teams entire supply of Flash Grenades. You will all be equipped with Rubber Bullets so as to prevent fatalities. They hurt like hell, but the pain soon fades. Are we clear, little men?"" Terrance said in Impeccable Mandinka. ""Good. Now go wild in this village. Your goal is to hit every member of the other team. I will be judging, so try not to hit me. The team that wins will be accepted into the GSAS, while the losing team will be sent back to the Army. Are we clear? Hood. Now go!"" He blew a whistle and watched the Rubber Bullets fly."
1554,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=200,2014-12-04T19:32:00,Pimps Inc,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22655869#p22655869"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22655476#p22655476"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Come in...""<br/>A muffled voice responded.</div></blockquote><br/>Willliam entered the room and bowed to the man at the desk ""Hello""</div></blockquote><br/>The man sat in a red elegant chair.The room adorned with expensive vases,paintings,and other precious relics.<br/><br/>""Welcome,Mr.Aniston.We have been expecting you.How are you today?"""
1555,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=200,2014-12-04T19:33:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22680632#p22680632"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22655869#p22655869"">wrote</a>:</cite>Willliam entered the room and bowed to the man at the desk ""Hello""</div></blockquote><br/>The man sat in a red elegant chair.The room adorned with expensive vases,paintings,and other precious relics.<br/><br/>""Welcome,Mr.Aniston.We have been expecting you.How are you today?""</div></blockquote><br/>""Fine, and you sir? Lovely weather today"""
1556,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=200,2014-12-04T19:37:00,Pimps Inc,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22680647#p22680647"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22680632#p22680632"">wrote</a>:</cite>The man sat in a red elegant chair.The room adorned with expensive vases,paintings,and other precious relics.<br/><br/>""Welcome,Mr.Aniston.We have been expecting you.How are you today?""</div></blockquote><br/>""Fine, and you sir? Lovely weather today""</div></blockquote><br/>""Actually,I have been sleepless,recently.Your conflicts in Tibet have brought murmurs of doubt throughout the government and attacks from the international media.So,I would say I am a little irritated.But the weather is nice today....nice for a talk."""
1557,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=200,2014-12-04T19:40:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22680709#p22680709"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22680647#p22680647"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Fine, and you sir? Lovely weather today""</div></blockquote><br/>""Actually,I have been sleepless,recently.Your conflicts in Tibet have brought murmurs of doubt throughout the government and attacks from the international media.So,I would say I am a little irritated.But the weather is nice today....nice for a talk.""</div></blockquote><br/>""I appoligize. If it is any consolation, I have almost died 3 times this month. Try sleeping after that."""
1558,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=200,2014-12-04T19:42:00,Pimps Inc,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Official Communique of the People's Republic of China</span></span><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><sup>Military Branch of the People's Republic of China</sup></span><br/><hr/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://img1.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20140203183202/althistory/images/thumb/d/d1/National_Emblem_of_the_People's_Republic_of_China_(5_stars_-_inversed).svg/442px-National_Emblem_of_the_People's_Republic_of_China_(5_stars_-_inversed).svg.png""/></div><br/><hr/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><sup>National Seal of the People's Republic of China</sup></span></div><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-size: 100%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #00FF00"">To:Democratic People's Republic of Korea</span><br/><span style=""color: #0040FF"">From:Ministry of National Defense,Chang Wanquan</span><br/><span style=""color: #FF0000"">Subject:Korean Famine</span><br/><span style=""color: #FFBF00"">Notice:High Priority</span><br/><span style=""color: #00FFFF"">Encryption:Maximum</span></span><br/><hr/><br/>The pounds of grain will be sent,in exchange for your support in Tibet.We also ask to establish one military base in Korea.This is life or death for you so we advise that you agree.<br/><hr/><br/><br/>Sincerely,<br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/0/07/Xi_Jinping_sign.svg/128px-Xi_Jinping_sign.svg.png""/><br/>President Xi Jinping<br/><hr/><br/>Minister of National Defense Chang Wanquan</blockquote>"
1559,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=200,2014-12-04T19:44:00,Pimps Inc,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22680745#p22680745"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22680709#p22680709"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Actually,I have been sleepless,recently.Your conflicts in Tibet have brought murmurs of doubt throughout the government and attacks from the international media.So,I would say I am a little irritated.But the weather is nice today....nice for a talk.""</div></blockquote><br/>""I appoligize. If it is any consolation, I have almost died 3 times this month. Try sleeping after that.""</div></blockquote><br/>""I have killed three members of the Council this month.I don't need to risk my life because I have control over one of the most powerful powers in the world.But enough chat,the Tibetan uprising....."""
1560,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=200,2014-12-04T19:48:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22680797#p22680797"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22680745#p22680745"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I appoligize. If it is any consolation, I have almost died 3 times this month. Try sleeping after that.""</div></blockquote><br/>""I have killed three members of the Council this month.I don't need to risk my life because I have control over one of the most powerful powers in the world.But enough chat,the Tibetan uprising.....""</div></blockquote><br/>""Yes, we would like independence and you would like to keep us. I believe we can find a compromise"""
1561,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=200,2014-12-04T19:49:00,Pimps Inc,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22680838#p22680838"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22680797#p22680797"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I have killed three members of the Council this month.I don't need to risk my life because I have control over one of the most powerful powers in the world.But enough chat,the Tibetan uprising.....""</div></blockquote><br/>""Yes, we would like independence and you would like to keep us. I believe we can find a compromise""</div></blockquote><br/>""Keep calm,Mr.Aniston.Tell me why you would like independence."""
1562,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=225,2014-12-04T19:50:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22680854#p22680854"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22680838#p22680838"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Yes, we would like independence and you would like to keep us. I believe we can find a compromise""</div></blockquote><br/>""Keep calm,Mr.Aniston.Tell me why you would like independence.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Your troops have been abusive and aggressive to my people since your invasion. My people have grown increasingly restless over the years. Do you want me to go into detail?"""
1563,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=225,2014-12-04T20:12:00,Licata,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Italy</span><br/><br/>Matteo Renzi stand before a podium with over fifty cameras on him. This speech is to be aired on every TV channel in Italy.<br/><br/>""Good day, brave Italians. As you all know, once more I've taken power from Parliament.""<br/><br/>he paused for a second to let what he's said set in.<br/><br/>""Why, one may ask? Well, when I had first taken power after settling things. We saw progress, progress that is necessary for our survival as a nation and as a people. Our ancestors created the greatest nation in the world and look at what we've done with it. We must rebuild and restore our past glory.""<br/><br/>He gave a gesture to a soldier standing near him.<br/><br/>""Rome, will rise once more as had before. We will rebuild our economy and our army. Rome will never be taken again, nor will it fall into disarray. We will not allow our selves to be as defeated as we are now, our debt, crippling. We will become strong.<br/><br/>Every man and woman will have access top a high paying job. Children will have quality educations. We will eradicate homelessness in our nation. We will cast away the shackles of debt. We will no longer be complacent.""<br/><br/>The soldier who'd received Renzi's gesture moved towards a large Italian flag that was positioned behind Renzi, and pulled upon a gilded rope that released a larger flag with a red background and an eagle of gold.<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://img3.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20130430223235/althistory/images/b/b4/Roman_empire_flag.jpg""/></div></div></div><br/><br/>""We must embrace our heritage. North, South, East, and West, we are all Italians, we are all Romans. Let us join in cohorts and rise to defend Italia!<br/><br/>Good day!""<br/><br/>Renzi walked off of the stage, crowds cheering and the national anthem playing. Some immigrants in the crowds, who arrived post Renzi's first takeover, are worried by his Rhetoric."
1564,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=225,2014-12-04T20:24:00,Zatak,"""I think that would help"", said a mysterious voice behind the Tibetan rebel as a mysterious young man no older then 30 stepped into the room with a smile. He was dressed in a fine black coat and pants with grey dress shoes and a grey scarf he starred at the two with his light green eyes as his short black hair fell to his side face covered in a light beard and mustache. The man merely walked in and took a seat next to the men with a smile.<br/><br/>""The name is Johnathon Bell representative for the Irish republican army among others..... i was invited by your amazing assistant to speak to you about a certain issue mostly the fact that these Tibetan rebels have been receiving help from the British and even Australian governments"", The man sat there calm as he threw papers and photos to the men glaring at the Tibetan rebel uring the hole scene hoping he could score some diplomatic point. The photos were fake and most of the papers were but they were written so that they could at least pass for something.<br/><br/>The man himself was 28 year old Johnathan bell, Born in Dublin to a poor family he followed his fathers path when he took up arms to fight the British in the name of Ireland leading the charge n the north of the country he was known for brutality and military skill even getting as far as to get on the FBI most wanted list and number 4 with a 20 million dollar bounty on his head for crimes against humanity and the UK.<br/><br/>He was invited by the minister of foreign affairs to come speak but he was not expecting the Tibetan rebel to be here let alone even bother showing up. The man saw them as enemies for siding with the British and as such showed no support for them in the conflict but the man played it cool for now and went on as planned."
1565,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=225,2014-12-04T21:18:00,The Greater Gambia,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Jordslag <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22677969#p22677969"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22645055#p22645055"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Kanafar, Northern Bank, The Gambia</span><br/><br/>The village of Kanafar has been abandoned since before the second world war. Now, it's being used as the training ground for the Gambian Special Air Service. Surrounding villages within a 15km radius had to be evacuated. The government plans to reimburse the villagers by covering costs for building new villages. One hundred soldiers of the new Gambian army had been selected to join, though it was expected that the number would drop as training went on. The recruits were talking amongst themselves when their instructor, Terrance walked out of his tent. They spoke in Mandinka.""What's the toubab doing here?"" Some of them said, along with other insults.</div></blockquote><br/>Terrance was getting annoyed by these disrespectful, lazy, loud recruits. He walked up to one of them, one of the ones who called him a Toubab, and slapped him with his Rifle Butt. ""Listen up, you little boys! I have no patience to deal with your stupidity or your laziness. You either get fit here and gain glory for your country, leave here on shame, or DIE HERE. You men shall split into two Platoons of 50. There will be 17 Fireteams each, but one on each side will have only two men. However, those two Fireteams will have the ADVANTAGE: They will have their teams entire supply of Flash Grenades. You will all be equipped with Rubber Bullets so as to prevent fatalities. They hurt like hell, but the pain soon fades. Are we clear, little men?"" Terrance said in Impeccable Mandinka. ""Good. Now go wild in this village. Your goal is to hit every member of the other team. I will be judging, so try not to hit me. The team that wins will be accepted into the GSAS, while the losing team will be sent back to the Army. Are we clear? Hood. Now go!"" He blew a whistle and watched the Rubber Bullets fly.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Malik Taal was assigned as fireteam leader. Malik had already seen combat, but only as a regular foot soldier. This would be his first leadership postition. Malik looked over at the tree line, noticing that it would provide excellent cover. While most of the other fireteams were duking it out in the village, Malik's fireteam crept through the brush getting around the battle and flanking the enemy team. When they reentered the village, they entered an old colonial building, union jacks still hung from the walls, time had not been kind to them."" Keep your wits about you."" Said Malik. Amat Saar, one of the soldiers under Malik's command, peaked out the window.""I count five guys out there. That one in the middle has 2 flashbangs, what shall we do?"" Amat asked. Malik thought to himself for a minute before coming up with a plan. He pointed to two of his men watching the door.""Lamin, Alaji!"" He called out. You two wait here and wait for me and Amat to engage them. Once we do, open fire."" Malik and Amat crept out of the building, making their way behind the where the 5 men were. Malik hid behind a crate behind the man with the flashbangs. He looked toward Amat.""When I pull him down, you open fire."" Amat nodded in confirmation. Malik prepared himself to lunge. With one quick motion, Malik grabbed and knocked out the man as Amat and the other two men opened fire. Malik grabbed the flashbangs from unconscious man and joined his men in the firefight. Malik's men won the firefight without taking a single casualty, a round almost grazed his head though. Malik's fireteam made it's way back to their teams lines, leaving the 5 men groaning on the ground in agony."
1566,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=225,2014-12-04T21:29:00,Pimps Inc,"<blockquote><div><cite>ZATAK <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22681255#p22681255"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I think that would help"", said a mysterious voice behind the Tibetan rebel as a mysterious young man no older then 30 stepped into the room with a smile. He was dressed in a fine black coat and pants with grey dress shoes and a grey scarf he starred at the two with his light green eyes as his short black hair fell to his side face covered in a light beard and mustache. The man merely walked in and took a seat next to the men with a smile.<br/><br/>""The name is Johnathon Bell representative for the Irish republican army among others..... i was invited by your amazing assistant to speak to you about a certain issue mostly the fact that these Tibetan rebels have been receiving help from the British and even Australian governments"", The man sat there calm as he threw papers and photos to the men glaring at the Tibetan rebel uring the hole scene hoping he could score some diplomatic point. The photos were fake and most of the papers were but they were written so that they could at least pass for something.<br/><br/>The man himself was 28 year old Johnathan bell, Born in Dublin to a poor family he followed his fathers path when he took up arms to fight the British in the name of Ireland leading the charge n the north of the country he was known for brutality and military skill even getting as far as to get on the FBI most wanted list and number 4 with a 20 million dollar bounty on his head for crimes against humanity and the UK.<br/><br/>He was invited by the minister of foreign affairs to come speak but he was not expecting the Tibetan rebel to be here let alone even bother showing up. The man saw them as enemies for siding with the British and as such showed no support for them in the conflict but the man played it cool for now and went on as planned.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Xi Jinping began to chuckle. A sound straight from the most ancient and evil places in Hell. His dark suit, complemented with a dark red tie on a white shirt, rippled with the force of each laugh. The doors opened and a dozen soldiers filed in, lining up around the edge of the luxurious room, assault rifles in hand and the glares of death.<br/><br/>""But what have we here? An Irish,uh,how do those Americans call it....Mick!An Irish Mick ratting out the British and Australians. I'll deal with my insubordinate assistant later. I admire your entrance but don't ever throw papers at me,or even in my general direction, Mr.Bell, or i'll have your head cut off and sent back to Ireland on a silver platter.""<br/><br/>Xi knew the type of person Jonathon was. A ballsy young man who believed he was the center of the universe. Probably a troubled past. Ready to cause harm to anyone in order to achieve his goals. In fact, now that he thought about it, he remembered seeing him somewhere. An intelligence report, maybe. Something about the American's FBI most wanted list or whatever.<br/><br/>Xi motioned to a young servant and ordered in Chinese.<br/><br/>""Pick those papers.Now!""<br/><br/>The girl, in her mid twenties, was seriously beautiful.Long dark hair tied in a ponytail,rosy cheeks, and emerald eyes. She wore robes which she rubbed against the floor, picking up the pictures and papers."
1567,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=225,2014-12-04T21:46:00,Zatak,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22681844#p22681844"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>ZATAK <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22681255#p22681255"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I think that would help"", said a mysterious voice behind the Tibetan rebel as a mysterious young man no older then 30 stepped into the room with a smile. He was dressed in a fine black coat and pants with grey dress shoes and a grey scarf he starred at the two with his light green eyes as his short black hair fell to his side face covered in a light beard and mustache. The man merely walked in and took a seat next to the men with a smile.<br/><br/>""The name is Johnathon Bell representative for the Irish republican army among others..... i was invited by your amazing assistant to speak to you about a certain issue mostly the fact that these Tibetan rebels have been receiving help from the British and even Australian governments"", The man sat there calm as he threw papers and photos to the men glaring at the Tibetan rebel uring the hole scene hoping he could score some diplomatic point. The photos were fake and most of the papers were but they were written so that they could at least pass for something.<br/><br/>The man himself was 28 year old Johnathan bell, Born in Dublin to a poor family he followed his fathers path when he took up arms to fight the British in the name of Ireland leading the charge n the north of the country he was known for brutality and military skill even getting as far as to get on the FBI most wanted list and number 4 with a 20 million dollar bounty on his head for crimes against humanity and the UK.<br/><br/>He was invited by the minister of foreign affairs to come speak but he was not expecting the Tibetan rebel to be here let alone even bother showing up. The man saw them as enemies for siding with the British and as such showed no support for them in the conflict but the man played it cool for now and went on as planned.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Xi Jinping began to chuckle. A sound straight from the most ancient and evil places in Hell. His dark suit, complemented with a dark red tie on a white shirt, rippled with the force of each laugh. The doors opened and a dozen soldiers filed in, lining up around the edge of the luxurious room, assault rifles in hand and the glares of death.<br/><br/>""But what have we here? An Irish,uh,how do those Americans call it....Mick!An Irish Mick ratting out the British and Australians. I'll deal with my insubordinate assistant later. I admire your entrance but don't ever throw papers at me,or even in my general direction, Mr.Bell, or i'll have your head cut off and sent back to Ireland on a silver platter.""<br/><br/>Xi knew the type of person Jonathon was. A ballsy young man who believed he was the center of the universe. Ready to cause harm to anyone in order to achieve his goals. In fact, now that he thought about it, he remembered seeing him somewhere. An intelligence report, maybe. Something about the American's FBI most wanted list or whatever.<br/><br/>Xi motioned to a young servant and ordered in Chinese.<br/><br/>""Pick those papers.Now!""<br/><br/>The girl, in her mid twenties, was seriously beautiful.Long dark hair tied in a ponytail,rosy cheeks, and emerald eyes. She wore robes which she rubbed against the floor, picking up the pictures and papers.</div></blockquote><br/>""Then you won't get me pot of gold..."", Johnathon said with a chuckle he knew all about Xi born to His father, Xi Zhongxun (1913–2002), was a Communist revolutionary figure. After the founding of the Communist state in 1949, Xi's father held a series of posts, including propaganda chief, Vice-Premier, and Vice-Chairman of the National People's Congress.Xi's father was from Fuping County, Shaanxi, and Xi could further trace his patrilineal descent from Xiying in Dengzhou, Henan. He was the second son of Xi Zhongxun and his wife Qi Xin.<br/><br/>Xi joined the Communist Youth League in 1971 and the Communist Party of China in 1974.[18] In 1982, he was sent to Zhengding County in Hebei as Deputy Secretary to the CPC Zhengding County Committee, and was promoted in 1983 to Secretary of the CPC Zhengding County Committee.[19] Xi subsequently served in four provinces during his political career: Shaanxi (during the Cultural Revolution, 1969–1975), Hebei (1982–1985), Fujian (1985–2002), and Zhejiang (2002–2007).<br/>Xi held Party positions in the CPC Fuzhou Municipal Committee and became the president of the Party School in Fuzhou in 1990. In 1999, he was promoted to the Deputy Governor of Fujian, then became Governor a year later. While there, he made efforts to attract investment from Taiwan and to boost free-market economy.<br/><br/>In February 2000, he and provincial Party Secretary Chen Mingyi were called before the top four members of the Party Central Politburo Standing Committee – General Secretary Jiang Zemin, Premier Zhu Rongji, Vice-President Hu Jintao and Discipline Inspection secretary Wei Jianxing to explain aspects of the Yuanhua scandal.<br/><br/>In 2002, Xi took up senior government and Party positions in Zhejiang, and eventually took over as party chief after several months as acting Governor, becoming the first-in-charge in the province. Xi was then made an alternate member of the 15th CPC Central Committee and holds the membership of the 16th CPC Central Committee, marking his ascension to the national stage. While in Zhejiang, Xi provided the economic environment which secured growth rates averaging 14% per year. His career in Zhejiang was marked by tough and straightforward stance against corrupt officials, which earned him a name on the national media and drew the attention of China's top leaders.<br/><br/>Following the dismissal of Shanghai Party Chief Chen Liangyu in September 2006 due to a social security fund scandal, Xi was transferred to Shanghai in March 2007 to become the new Party Chief of Shanghai. Xi's appointment to one of the most important regional posts in China was clearly a sign of confidence from the Central Government. While in Shanghai he was careful not to touch any controversial issues while largely echoing the line of the central leadership. Xi's career is notable in that during his regional tenures, he was never implicated in any serious scandals, nor did he face serious political opposition.<br/><br/>Johnathan sat there for a second before pulling the assistant on to his lap and holding a Glock-19 to her head with a smile all attempting to show he meant business. The man was known for brutality and for his skills of a commander something he hoped would earn him Xi an his mens respect already...."
1568,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=225,2014-12-04T21:59:00,Pimps Inc,"Xi smiled once again, impressed, once more, by the guts of Bell.He remembered where he had seen this man before,now. The Americans and Europeans wanted to catch him for his crimes against humanity and whatnot. He had been hunted across 3 continents and now, he had made the mistake of entering China. Bell would not leave alive if he tried much else.<br/><br/>""Are you going to blow her brains out,Mr.Bell? How did you even get a Glock into my country?Now,didn't your parents teach you to now hit girls? Shoot her. Pull the trigger, even tense a muscle and my men""-the soldiers around the room raised their rifles and aimed straight at Bell-""will pour 100 bullets into you.I could turn you in to the Americans, Mr.Bell, and I would get a bigger pot of gold.<br/><br/><br/>The silent assistant began to flood with fear, silently crying small tears."
1569,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=225,2014-12-04T22:06:00,Zatak,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22682053#p22682053"">wrote</a>:</cite>Xi smiled once again, impressed, once more, by the guts of Bell.He remembered where he had seen this man before,now. The Americans and Europeans wanted to catch him for his crimes against humanity and whatnot. He had been hunted across 3 continents and now, he had made the mistake of entering China. Bell would not leave alive if he tried much else.<br/><br/>""Are you going to blow her brains out,Mr.Bell? How did you even get a Glock into my country?Now,didn't your parents teach you to now hit girls? Shoot her. Pull the trigger, even tense a muscle and my men""-the soldiers around the room raised their rifles and aimed straight at Bell-""will pour 100 bullets into you.I could turn you in to the Americans, Mr.Bell, and I would get a bigger pot of gold.<br/><br/><br/>The silent assistant began to flood with fear, silently crying small tears.</div></blockquote><br/>""You must understand that i know i will be killed if turned in and know that i do not fer death and that my recent attacks have nothing to do with this nor the meeting but also know that killing me will only lead to you losing out on your only major human European and american contact but also know that i would do anything for my country even if i die by the blades of western imperialist scum who label me as a criminal for standing up for my home' Johnathon said as he gave the girl a kiss on the cheek before he pushed the girl down to the ground with full force before dropping the gun he had in hand.<br/><br/>The man here was not going to crack to pressure and furthermore did not fear Xi, China, the west, east, death or anyone as he knew his fate was to die and he knew China was the last safe place for him now that the IRA failed it's goal but even if this fails he expected to get away and if not then he would lose his head... literally but if fate demanded it he would o through it all in the name of his country much like Xi seemed to believe...."
1570,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=225,2014-12-04T22:16:00,Pimps Inc,"""I do not plan on killing you, but you do not seem very trust worthy, my friend.Killing you won't make me lose anything.You'll simply disappear and no one will know what happened.Let Miss Minmay go."""
1571,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=225,2014-12-04T22:19:00,Zatak,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22682196#p22682196"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I do not plan on killing you, but you do not seem very trust worthy, my friend.Killing you won't make me lose anything.You'll simply disappear and no one will know what happened.Let Miss Minmay go.""</div></blockquote><br/>""You could gain some diplomatic points i mean the british want my head and the Americans want me hung.... do you have a family mr Xi... i have one and i do this so they can have a better life and future... better then now...."", Johnathon asked as he sat the assistant down on the chair next to him all while smiling......"
1572,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=225,2014-12-04T22:24:00,Pimps Inc,"<blockquote><div><cite>ZATAK <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22682215#p22682215"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22682196#p22682196"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I do not plan on killing you, but you do not seem very trust worthy, my friend.Killing you won't make me lose anything.You'll simply disappear and no one will know what happened.Let Miss Minmay go.""</div></blockquote><br/>""You could gain some diplomatic points i mean the british want my head and the Americans want me hung.... do you have a family mr Xi... i have one and i do this so they can have a better life and future... better then now...."", Johnathon asked as he sat the assistant down on the chair next to him all while smiling......</div></blockquote><br/>""Thank you.Miss Minmay,you are dismissed."""
1573,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=225,2014-12-04T22:27:00,Zatak,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22682251#p22682251"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>ZATAK <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22682215#p22682215"">wrote</a>:</cite>""You could gain some diplomatic points i mean the british want my head and the Americans want me hung.... do you have a family mr Xi... i have one and i do this so they can have a better life and future... better then now...."", Johnathon asked as he sat the assistant down on the chair next to him all while smiling......</div></blockquote><br/>""Thank you.Miss Minmay,you are dismissed.""</div></blockquote><br/>""She is lovely you know.... your country is in ruins yet you are happy.... how?"", Johnathan asked as he took a sip on water from the bottle he had brought with him for the trip....."
1574,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=225,2014-12-04T22:28:00,The Greater Gambia,Deleted
1575,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=225,2014-12-04T22:29:00,Zatak,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22682285#p22682285"">wrote</a>:</cite>I want a Jonathan vs Terrance showdown.</div></blockquote><br/>That could happen..... he is hunted by the SAS and MI5/6"
1576,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=225,2014-12-04T22:30:00,The Greater Gambia,Deleted
1577,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=225,2014-12-04T22:30:00,Marsisian,"<blockquote><div><cite>ZATAK <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22682305#p22682305"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22682285#p22682285"">wrote</a>:</cite>I want a Jonathan vs Terrance showdown.</div></blockquote><br/>That could happen..... he is hunted by the SAS and MI5/6</div></blockquote><br/>This is the IC."
1578,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=225,2014-12-04T22:30:00,Zatak,"<blockquote><div><cite>Marsisian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22682312#p22682312"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>ZATAK <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22682305#p22682305"">wrote</a>:</cite>That could happen..... he is hunted by the SAS and MI5/6</div></blockquote><br/>This is the IC.</div></blockquote><br/>I know it was one time OOC....."
1579,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=225,2014-12-05T11:34:00,Of The Rnclave,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">A COUP</span></span><br/><br/>The world of the Italian coup had reached the USA, an deciding to prepare for the worst, an order was made to call all US bases in Italy back to the USA, and bring the nukes with them. This was going to take 3 weeks at the longest, but until then it was decided the Navy would be put on high alert, to ensure no funny business went down.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">A GROWING POWER</span></span><br/><br/>Growing US economic power and a growing economy and industry was received well by the people, the people finally glad to see a US economy back on track. Industry was growing like wildfire in the West, many new factory jobs opening in the wake of the destruction. These had increased further with a change in Healthcare, the USA finally deciding to fix its system, it'd be a long week of debates, but a decision, was again, expected at the end of the week."
1580,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=225,2014-12-05T15:18:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>ZATAK <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22682276#p22682276"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22682251#p22682251"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Thank you.Miss Minmay,you are dismissed.""</div></blockquote><br/>""She is lovely you know.... your country is in ruins yet you are happy.... how?"", Johnathan asked as he took a sip on water from the bottle he had brought with him for the trip.....</div></blockquote><br/>William stood the whole while, watching from a corner in the room ""Mr.Bell is it? I understand your aggression towards us, but I do not understand why you would lie? We are similar in many aspects you know"""
1581,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=225,2014-12-05T15:54:00,Zatak,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22688264#p22688264"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>ZATAK <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22682276#p22682276"">wrote</a>:</cite>""She is lovely you know.... your country is in ruins yet you are happy.... how?"", Johnathan asked as he took a sip on water from the bottle he had brought with him for the trip.....</div></blockquote><br/>William stood the whole while, watching from a corner in the room ""Mr.Bell is it? I understand your aggression towards us, but I do not understand why you would lie? We are similar in many aspects you know""</div></blockquote><br/>'I am sorry but as you know i have had my own conflict.... We were talking about sparing men to you but we did not get approved by the people upstairs also we wanted to remain out of it"", Johnathon said with his first serious face of the night as he tried to keep friends with both sides knowing he could stay safe here for now."
1582,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=225,2014-12-05T16:40:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>ZATAK <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22688573#p22688573"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22688264#p22688264"">wrote</a>:</cite>William stood the whole while, watching from a corner in the room ""Mr.Bell is it? I understand your aggression towards us, but I do not understand why you would lie? We are similar in many aspects you know""</div></blockquote><br/>'I am sorry but as you know i have had my own conflict.... We were talking about sparing men to you but we did not get approved by the people upstairs also we wanted to remain out of it"", Johnathon said with his first serious face of the night as he tried to keep friends with both sides knowing he could stay safe here for now.</div></blockquote><br/>""I understand completely. Now, let's get down to business"" William said, turning to the Chinese man."
1583,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=225,2014-12-05T16:41:00,Zatak,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22689054#p22689054"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>ZATAK <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22688573#p22688573"">wrote</a>:</cite>'I am sorry but as you know i have had my own conflict.... We were talking about sparing men to you but we did not get approved by the people upstairs also we wanted to remain out of it"", Johnathon said with his first serious face of the night as he tried to keep friends with both sides knowing he could stay safe here for now.</div></blockquote><br/>""I understand completely. Now, let's get down to business"" William said, turning to the Chinese man.</div></blockquote><br/>""I agree... we should get back to the task at hand"", Johnathon said as he picked up his gun and put it back in it's holster after which he turned to Xi with a smile on his face."
1584,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=225,2014-12-05T16:56:00,Marsisian,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Berlin<br/>Government Building</span><br/><br/>The President, anxious to hear the Russians' answer to the letter, kept waiting and waiting, but he knew that making a terrible decision at this point would destroy the potential offer. So he still waited. In the meantime, an aide informed him about a notorious terrorist worth millions. ""Did you say 50 million USD?"" ""Yes, Mr. President, I did."" ""This seems like a good opportunity. Thank you, Karl."" ""You're welcome, sir."" The aide left the room and immediately after, President Gauck informed the GSG 9 commander about the situation.<br/><br/>""Commander, I'm asking you to try and capture an infamous Irish terrorist. His bounty is worth millions of dollars in money. I'm sure you already know of him."" ""Yes, I do. I'll get right on it, sir."""
1585,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=225,2014-12-06T01:00:00,Licata,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Roma</span><br/><br/>Matteo Renzi, Consul of Roma, announced a new batch of laws in regards to cultural and historical renaissance.<br/><br/>1. The desecration of sacred relics of Rome and her predecessors will not be tolerated and will be punished with life in prison.<br/><br/>2. Slander of Roman heritage is not to be tolerated and will be punished with a sentence of three months to hard labor.<br/><br/>3. Talk of the dissolution of the united Roman peoples is not to be tolerated and will be punished with a three month sentence of hard labor.<br/><br/>4. The harassment of officials is not to be tolerated and will be punished with fifteen years of hard labor.<br/>A. This is only in the physical sense, pursuit in the court of law is exempt from this law.<br/><br/>5. Historical landmarks such as the Colosseum are to be maintained and protected by both state and populace.<br/><br/>6. Ancient practices, such as gladiatorial fights and slavery are to be reinstated.<br/>A. Slavery is limited in that those who've wrong one are required to serve their victim until death.<br/><br/>7. Those with the sentence of life imprisonment are eligible for gladiatorial fights.<br/><br/>8. Foreign businesses are to have a 5% higher tax rate than that of national businesses.<br/><br/>9. Anti Roman dogmas are to be casted away for the greater good of the Roman people.<br/><br/>-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------<br/><br/>A number of reforms in the military and deployment were passed.<br/><br/>1. The military is to set up defensive positions throughout the nation.<br/><br/>2. The Navy is to step up patrols.<br/><br/>3. 300,000 more men are to be recruited.<br/><br/>4. 40,000 carabinieri are to be recruited to over see prison labor projects<br/><br/>5. High ranking officials are to go through industrious exams and tests to both gain and maintain positions.<br/><br/>6. Every man is to go through a month of heritage educations, so as to gain a deeper understanding of their roles as the soldiers of Rome.<br/><br/>--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------<br/><br/>Economic reforms followed the new changes.<br/><br/>1. All banks in Rome were united under a syndicate(super union) after all of their leaders were found guilty of association with the Mafia, their assets seized. (400 billion euros of debt was forgiven by the syndicate)"
1586,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=225,2014-12-06T12:53:00,The Greater Gambia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Kanafar, Northern Bank LGA, The Gambia </span><br/><br/>After two hours, the ""battle"" had whined down to a close. The final ""kill"" was made Malik Taal and his fire team. They had ambushed the poor sod as he was running way from a previous engagement, in his haste he didn't notice the flashbang at his feet. While the men fought well, they would still have a long way to go before their training is complete. As for the losers, they will be sent to the Gambian military airfield and resigned from there. They will not be able to speak to anyone about what they were doing or they will be faced with treason charges. The GLP wants the creation of the GSAS to be kept secret until their training is complete. The creation of the GSAS could be seen by Senegal as a move towards invasion."
1587,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=250,2014-12-06T15:20:00,The Greater Gambia,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""To Terrance Taylor""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">From GLP President Boro Jobateh</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Encryption: Highest</span><br/><br/>We will be sending General Isa Sohna to check on the progress of your training of the GSAS. He shall arrive in two weeks. I expect you to show him the amount of respect you would show me.</div></div></div>"
1588,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=250,2014-12-06T16:40:00,Pimps Inc,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Statement by the President on the Town Shooting in Ojinada,Chih</span></span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Los Pinos Presidential Residence</span><br/><br/>3:15 P.M. EST<br/><br/>THE PRESIDENT: This afternoon,I spoke with Governor Duarte and CISEN Director Gispert. I offered Governor Duarte my condolences on behalf of the nation,and made it clear he will have every single resource that he needs to investigate this heinous crime, care for the victims, counsel their families.<br/><br/>We've endured too many of these tragedies in the past few years.And each time I learn the news I react not as a President,but as anybody else would--as a parent. And that was especially true today.I know there’s not a parent in America who doesn’t feel the same overwhelming grief that I do.<br/><br/>Almost half of those who died today were children--beautiful little kids between the ages of 5 and 10 years old.They had their entire lives ahead of them -- birthdays, graduations, weddings, kids of their own. Among the fallen were also parents -- men and women who devoted their lives to helping our children fulfill their dreams.<br/><br/>So our hearts are broken today--for the parents and grandparents,sisters and brothers of these little children,and for the families of the adults who were lost.Our hearts are broken for the parents of the survivors as well,for as blessed as they are to have their children home tonight, they know that their children's innocence has been torn away from them too early, and there are no words that will ease their pain.<br/><br/>As a country, we have been through this too many times. Whether it's an bordertown in Chihuahua, or a building in Guerrero, or a university in Chiapas, or a movie theater in Quintana Roo, or a street corner in Tijuana -- these neighborhoods are our neighborhoods,and these children are our children. And we're going to have to come together and take meaningful action to prevent more tragedies like this, regardless of the politics.<br/><br/>This evening, Gabriela and I will do what I know every parent in Mexico will do, which is hug our children a little tighter and we'll tell them that we love them,and we'll remind each other how deeply we love one another. But there are families in Chihuahua who cannot do that tonight. And they need all of us right now. In the hard days to come,that community needs us to be at our best as Mexicans. And I will do everything in my power as President to help. That is why I am announcing a declaration of war against the terrorist organization known as the Popular Revolutionary Army. We will do everything in our power to bring these fugitives to justice.<br/><br/>Because while nothing can fill the space of a lost child or loved one, all of us can extend a hand to those in need -- to remind them that we are there for them,that we are praying for them, that the love they felt for those they lost endures not just in their memories but also in ours.<br/><br/>May God bless the memory of the victims and, in the words of Scripture, heal the brokenhearted and bind up their wounds.<br/><br/>END<br/>3:20 P.M. EST<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cartel Directory &amp; Command HQ</span></div><br/><br/>The cartels had been ordered to be on the look out for the PRA and investigate any suspects and dispose of them. The Mexican Army had been set in command of operations and to supervise the cartels.<br/><br/>While problems in Mexico were dealt with, in Italy, the cartels had begun to become the new organized crime and replaced the weakening Mafia."
1589,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=250,2014-12-06T16:46:00,Pimps Inc,"<blockquote><div><cite>ZATAK <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22689075#p22689075"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22689054#p22689054"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I understand completely. Now, let's get down to business"" William said, turning to the Chinese man.</div></blockquote><br/>""I agree... we should get back to the task at hand"", Johnathon said as he picked up his gun and put it back in it's holster after which he turned to Xi with a smile on his face.</div></blockquote><br/>""Enough smiling. It is becoming rather annoying,"" said Xi with a small tone of nervousness.<br/><br/>""Mr.Aniston, your goal to achieve independence is ludicrous, you must understand. You have no way to fend for yourself,no economy, no significance to the world. It would not benefit Tibet, on the contrary, independence would kill it."""
1590,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=250,2014-12-06T16:49:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22700978#p22700978"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>ZATAK <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22689075#p22689075"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I agree... we should get back to the task at hand"", Johnathon said as he picked up his gun and put it back in it's holster after which he turned to Xi with a smile on his face.</div></blockquote><br/>""Enough smiling. It is becoming rather annoying,"" said Xi with a small tone of nervousness.<br/><br/>""Mr.Aniston, your goal to achieve independence is ludicrous, you must understand. You have no way to fend for yourself,no economy, no significance to the world. It would not benefit Tibet, on the contrary, independence would kill it.""</div></blockquote><br/>""My people have many skills. Woodworking, Mining, Tourism, Arms Selling. We can sustain ourselves. Here's what I propose, you allow us Independence, but get to keep 1/4 of your bases and troops there. In addition we will have open borders to encourage trade and to allow families to get together"""
1591,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=250,2014-12-06T16:54:00,Pimps Inc,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22701028#p22701028"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22700978#p22700978"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Enough smiling. It is becoming rather annoying,"" said Xi with a small tone of nervousness.<br/><br/>""Mr.Aniston, your goal to achieve independence is ludicrous, you must understand. You have no way to fend for yourself,no economy, no significance to the world. It would not benefit Tibet, on the contrary, independence would kill it.""</div></blockquote><br/>""My people have many skills. Woodworking, Mining, Tourism, Arms Selling. We can sustain ourselves. Here's what I propose, you allow us Independence, but get to keep 1/4 of your bases and troops there. In addition we will have open borders to encourage trade and to allow families to get together""</div></blockquote><br/>""Many countries have that, too.You do not have arms.We own those, i'm afraid.You have no economy, which means suffering for your people.If we gave you independence,some other country could take you in their land and annex you.And what tourists would want to go to a broken Tibet?"""
1592,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=250,2014-12-06T17:02:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22701113#p22701113"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22701028#p22701028"">wrote</a>:</cite>""My people have many skills. Woodworking, Mining, Tourism, Arms Selling. We can sustain ourselves. Here's what I propose, you allow us Independence, but get to keep 1/4 of your bases and troops there. In addition we will have open borders to encourage trade and to allow families to get together""</div></blockquote><br/>""Many countries have that, too.You do not have arms.We own those, i'm afraid.You have no economy, which means suffering for your people.If we gave you independence,some other country could take you in their land and annex you.And what tourists would want to go to a broken Tibet?""</div></blockquote><br/>""Give us 5 years to get the nation off the ground. If we don't you can have us back"""
1593,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=250,2014-12-06T20:58:00,Pimps Inc,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22701231#p22701231"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22701113#p22701113"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Many countries have that, too.You do not have arms.We own those, i'm afraid.You have no economy, which means suffering for your people.If we gave you independence,some other country could take you in their land and annex you.And what tourists would want to go to a broken Tibet?""</div></blockquote><br/>""Give us 5 years to get the nation off the ground. If we don't you can have us back""</div></blockquote><br/>""That sounds quite interesting. Though, you may not receive major foreign support. Some, but not a lot."
1594,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=250,2014-12-06T21:01:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22704490#p22704490"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22701231#p22701231"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Give us 5 years to get the nation off the ground. If we don't you can have us back""</div></blockquote><br/>""That sounds quite interesting. Though, you may not receive major foreign support. Some, but not a lot.</div></blockquote><br/>""By year five, what should we have accomplished?"""
1595,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=250,2014-12-06T21:11:00,Pimps Inc,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22704532#p22704532"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22704490#p22704490"">wrote</a>:</cite>""That sounds quite interesting. Though, you may not receive major foreign support. Some, but not a lot.</div></blockquote><br/>""By year five, what should we have accomplished?""</div></blockquote><br/>""By year five, you should have accomplished 1)nationwide stability,2)stable economy,3)be at least a 2nd world country, and 4) survived against other surrounding countries that could easily crush you."""
1596,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=250,2014-12-06T21:13:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22704674#p22704674"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22704532#p22704532"">wrote</a>:</cite>""By year five, what should we have accomplished?""</div></blockquote><br/>""By year five, you should have accomplished 1)nationwide stability,2)stable economy,3)be at least a 2nd world country, and 4) survived against other surrounding countries that could easily crush you.""</div></blockquote><br/>""India has been around longer than us and isn't even a second world country! And what do you classify as a stable economy?"""
1597,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=250,2014-12-06T21:24:00,Pimps Inc,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22704697#p22704697"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22704674#p22704674"">wrote</a>:</cite>""By year five, you should have accomplished 1)nationwide stability,2)stable economy,3)be at least a 2nd world country, and 4) survived against other surrounding countries that could easily crush you.""</div></blockquote><br/>""India has been around longer than us and isn't even a second world country! And what do you classify as a stable economy?""</div></blockquote><br/>""India is a massive country, Mr.Aniston. Their population is one of the largest on Earth. Tibet is a wasteland with no life compared to India and therefore rebuilding is hard. Though India has a large economy and infrastructure. You shouldn't have much trouble there, you just need to rebuild and take authority.As for the economy, you should at least try to have an economy....."""
1598,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=250,2014-12-06T21:25:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22704855#p22704855"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22704697#p22704697"">wrote</a>:</cite>""India has been around longer than us and isn't even a second world country! And what do you classify as a stable economy?""</div></blockquote><br/>""India is a massive country, Mr.Aniston. Their population is one of the largest on Earth. Tibet is a wasteland with no life compared to India and therefore rebuilding is hard. Though India has a large economy and infrastructure. You shouldn't have much trouble there, you just need to rebuild and take authority.As for the economy, you should at least try to have an economy.....""</div></blockquote><br/>""Can we have a guarantee that you will not invade without provocation?"""
1599,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=250,2014-12-06T21:29:00,Pimps Inc,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22704872#p22704872"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22704855#p22704855"">wrote</a>:</cite>""India is a massive country, Mr.Aniston. Their population is one of the largest on Earth. Tibet is a wasteland with no life compared to India and therefore rebuilding is hard. Though India has a large economy and infrastructure. You shouldn't have much trouble there, you just need to rebuild and take authority.As for the economy, you should at least try to have an economy.....""</div></blockquote><br/>""Can we have a guarantee that you will not invade without provocation?""</div></blockquote><br/>""If you are invaded before the five year end, we will take Tibet and give it back until the end of the five years. After that, we will either take it back or leave you be."""
1600,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=250,2014-12-06T21:38:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22704927#p22704927"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22704872#p22704872"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Can we have a guarantee that you will not invade without provocation?""</div></blockquote><br/>""If you are invaded before the five year end, we will take Tibet and give it back until the end of the five years. After that, we will either take it back or leave you be.""</div></blockquote><br/>""May we keep the vehicles and weapons we captured, but pay them off when we have the ability?"""
1601,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=250,2014-12-06T21:43:00,Pimps Inc,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22705071#p22705071"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22704927#p22704927"">wrote</a>:</cite>""If you are invaded before the five year end, we will take Tibet and give it back until the end of the five years. After that, we will either take it back or leave you be.""</div></blockquote><br/>""May we keep the vehicles and weapons we captured, but pay them off when we have the ability?""</div></blockquote><br/>""You must return some of the most advanced and modern ones."""
1602,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=250,2014-12-06T21:44:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22705133#p22705133"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22705071#p22705071"">wrote</a>:</cite>""May we keep the vehicles and weapons we captured, but pay them off when we have the ability?""</div></blockquote><br/>""You must return some of the most advanced and modern ones.""</div></blockquote><br/>""What would that be?"""
1603,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=250,2014-12-06T21:45:00,Kargintina,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Parliament House, Canberra, Australia</span><br/>The Parliament of Australia gathered into the huge room, the debate was too be had on the gun laws of Australia. An official vote was too go into play in Parliament over the topic of moving Assault Rifles into Category A, and moving Rimfire rifles into Category B, and taking Air Rifles and Paintball Markers out of the list, as they are majorly non-lethal. The vote lasted about six hours, 49 of the 55 ALP in the House of Representatives voted against the bill, 19 of the 25 ALP in the Senate voted against, of the 90 Coalition in Parliament, 72 of the 90 in the House of Reps. voted for the Bill, and 29 of the 33 Coalition members in the senate voted for the Bill. 10 the 18 Independent in the House of Reps. voted for the Bill, and all 5 in the Senate voted against the Bill.<br/><br/>The Bill was passed, and all changes where to go into effect by the end of the month."
1604,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=250,2014-12-06T22:15:00,Pimps Inc,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22705157#p22705157"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22705133#p22705133"">wrote</a>:</cite>""You must return some of the most advanced and modern ones.""</div></blockquote><br/>""What would that be?""</div></blockquote><br/>""Aircraft, assault rifles, and very modern IFVs."""
1605,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=250,2014-12-06T22:17:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22705572#p22705572"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22705157#p22705157"">wrote</a>:</cite>""What would that be?""</div></blockquote><br/>""Aircraft, assault rifles, and very modern IFVs.""</div></blockquote><br/>""We have 3 transports from the 90s and no modern IFVs. Assault rifles we don't have any of. I believe we are done here, you will have a declaration of independence by next week"""
1606,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=250,2014-12-06T22:49:00,Pimps Inc,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22705603#p22705603"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22705572#p22705572"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Aircraft, assault rifles, and very modern IFVs.""</div></blockquote><br/>""We have 3 transports from the 90s and no modern IFVs. Assault rifles we don't have any of. I believe we are done here, you will have a declaration of independence by next week""</div></blockquote><br/>""Done.What does Mr.Bell have to say about this?"""
1607,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=250,2014-12-06T22:53:00,Zatak,"""This is your conflict and as such i have no right to interfere... i am only here to try and gain support and also hopefully find refuge here till those bastards stop hunting me"", Johnathon said as he put his coat on and stood up about ready to leave for his hotel he would be staying at for the next few days...."
1608,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=250,2014-12-06T23:26:00,The Greater Gambia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Banjul, The Gambia</span><br/><br/>It was in the middle of the night. The now ex-colonel Tourey gathered his men outside the Italian embassy. Since the end of the war, Tourey had been gathering supporters for his revolt, in the short time, he had been able to gather 200 supporters, those supported the Jammeh regime or viewed the GLP government to be western puppets. Tourey had gathered 50 men for his raid on the embassy. He saw the Italians as the reason for everything that went wrong in his life. From his discharge from the military and his wife being killed in the cross-fire during the GLP's advance. His men were armed with a variety of weapons, from machetes to pistols, 5 of them even had some old Kalashnikov's.Tourey gave the signal to storm the embassy. The men burst in the doors, capturing anyone they saw. The security detail was quickly overwhelmed and subdued by the numbers of the intruders. Tourey's men quickly rounded up and tied up all of the workers in the embassy, no matter if they were Italian or natives.""Who is italian ambassador here!?"" Tourey shouted, yet no one answered. He simply shrugged and grabbed a young italian women and held a gun up to her head.""TELL ME WHO THE AMBASSADOR IS OR I BLOW THIS BITCH'S BRAINS EVERYWHERE!"" He shouted, yet no one replied, they did appear less hesitant to stay silent. Tourey waited a minute for someone to speak up. When no one spoke, he shot the women, causing some of the hostages to scream as viscera landed on them. Tourey grabbed another hostage. ""WE CAN DO THIS ALL DAY, NOW TELL ME, WHERE IS THE AMBASSADOR!?"". A man spoke up."" It's him, right there! He's the ambassador!"" The man pointed to a man in the middle of the group. Tourey's men grabbed the ammbassador, he was pleading for them not to take him. Tourey walked up to him."" You were about to let all of these people die just to save your own skin....I guess that is you will get your wish, you cowardly toubab."" Tourey knocked the ambassador out and his men carried him to a van waiting outside. Tourey spoke to his remaining men in the embassy in Mandinka."" Pour the gasoline on them, send them to Allah."" The native workers at the embassy understood what he was saying and pleaded for them to reconsider. It was no use, the men poured the gas on them, Tourey pulled out a lighter and threw it onto the hostages. The embassy burnt to the ground. Tourey and his men quickly fled the building, taking the hostage deep in the Gambian jungle. None of the hostages, excluding, the ambassador, survived."
1609,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=250,2014-12-06T23:55:00,Licata,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Rome</span><br/><br/>Matteo Renzi reacts to the happenings in Gambia on national TV.<br/><br/>Cuts from commercial to Renzi at his desk.<br/><br/>""My fellow Romans, today an attack on our nation has brought upon us a war. A band of Gambian terrorists attack our embassy in Gambia and slaughtered the workers.""<br/><br/>He pauses for a few seconds<br/><br/>""These villains have also taken our ambassador hostage. We do not know what these fools want, but we know that these bastards will pay. We will stop at nothing to punish these dogs, who've killed Roman citizens. We will avenge our lost countrymen. We will cleanse ourselves of this new pest. I hereby, publicly, authorize martial intervention. The Navy and the GIS will work together to bring justice.""<br/><br/>""As for the Gambian government; After all we've done for you, you allowed this to happen? Et tu brute, et tu brute?""<br/><br/>Carrier fleet Guiseppe is begining deployment to the Gambian coast with 1,300 GIS operatives and a sizable amount of equipment."
1610,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=250,2014-12-07T00:16:00,The Greater Gambia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Banjul, The Gambia</span><br/><br/>Boro Jobateh was up all night dealing with the consequences of the embassy attack. The fires had been put out but it was later found that there were no survivors. An advisor came into the room."" Sir, The Italian PM has given a press conference. You need to see it."" Jobateh turned on the TV to see Mateo Renzi's speech. He was worried about his contents. He called the Italian PM to try to calm the situation.<br/><br/>"" I am deeply sorry for this incident. We would like to ask for your cooperation in this incident. However, you do not need to send warships to our coasts."""
1611,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=250,2014-12-07T00:25:00,Licata,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22706728#p22706728"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Banjul, The Gambia</span><br/><br/>Boro Jobateh was up all night dealing with the consequences of the embassy attack. The fires had been put out but it was later found that there were no survivors. An advisor came into the room."" Sir, The Italian PM has given a press conference. You need to see it."" Jobateh turned on the TV to see Mateo Renzi's speech. He was worried about his contents. He called the Italian PM to try to calm the situation.<br/><br/> "" I am deeply sorry for this incident. We would like to ask for your cooperation in this incident. However, you do not need to send warships to our coasts.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Renzi stands silently for a moment.<br/><br/>""You do realize that this is your fault? You shouldv'e established order, yet you've failed. I must act and you must allow my men to operate. For a second time I must solve your nation's problems...."""
1612,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=275,2014-12-07T00:30:00,The Greater Gambia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Licata <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22706783#p22706783"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22706728#p22706728"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Banjul, The Gambia</span><br/><br/>Boro Jobateh was up all night dealing with the consequences of the embassy attack. The fires had been put out but it was later found that there were no survivors. An advisor came into the room."" Sir, The Italian PM has given a press conference. You need to see it."" Jobateh turned on the TV to see Mateo Renzi's speech. He was worried about his contents. He called the Italian PM to try to calm the situation.<br/><br/> "" I am deeply sorry for this incident. We would like to ask for your cooperation in this incident. However, you do not need to send warships to our coasts.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Renzi stands silently for a moment.<br/><br/>""You do realize that this is your fault? You shouldv'e established order, yet you've failed. I must act and you must allow my men to operate. For a second time I must solve your nation's problems....""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Jobateh is stunned for a moment.<br/><br/>""We will allow your men to cooperate with our forces to bring these men to bring these terrorists to justice. However, this is a problem WE must deal with, WE must be the ones to bring and deliver them justice. The Gambia is our country and you would do good to remember that!"""
1613,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=275,2014-12-07T00:34:00,Licata,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22706804#p22706804"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Licata <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22706783#p22706783"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Renzi stands silently for a moment.<br/><br/>""You do realize that this is your fault? You shouldv'e established order, yet you've failed. I must act and you must allow my men to operate. For a second time I must solve your nation's problems....""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Jobateh is stunned for a moment.<br/><br/>""We will allow your men to cooperate with our forces to bring these men to bring these terrorists to justice. However, this is a problem WE must deal with, WE must be the ones to bring and deliver them justice. The Gambia is our country and you would do good to remember that!""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""i'm sorry, but have you forgotten that your countryman have just murdered several of my delegates to your nation? We will handle this by ourselves, the GIS are more than capable of handling this. The only 'justice' these terrorists will see is the wrath of Rome and her people."""
1614,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=275,2014-12-07T00:38:00,The Greater Gambia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Licata <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22706825#p22706825"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22706804#p22706804"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Jobateh is stunned for a moment.<br/><br/>""We will allow your men to cooperate with our forces to bring these men to bring these terrorists to justice. However, this is a problem WE must deal with, WE must be the ones to bring and deliver them justice. The Gambia is our country and you would do good to remember that!""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""i'm sorry, but have you forgotten that your countryman have just murdered several of my delegates to your nation? We will handle this by ourselves, the GIS are more than capable of handling this. The only 'justice' these terrorists will see is the wrath of Rome and her people.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""No! You will not settle your problems on our soil by your self! I am trying to be reasonable with you, but you are making it difficult. I here are the terms, a small group of Italian operatives will be allowed in the country to aid in dealing with the terrorists. If you do not agree to that, then we will deal with them ourselves."
1615,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=275,2014-12-07T00:41:00,Licata,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22706841#p22706841"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Licata <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22706825#p22706825"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""i'm sorry, but have you forgotten that your countryman have just murdered several of my delegates to your nation? We will handle this by ourselves, the GIS are more than capable of handling this. The only 'justice' these terrorists will see is the wrath of Rome and her people.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""No! You will not settle your problems on our soil by your self! I am trying to be reasonable with you, but you are making it difficult. I here are the terms, a small group of Italian operatives will be allowed in the country to aid in dealing with the terrorists. If you do not agree to that, then we will deal with them ourselves.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""You dare pit the blame on my nation? the GIS will deploy in full force, if you interfere or prevent them from their duties you will be setting yourself up for political suicide."""
1616,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=275,2014-12-07T00:46:00,The Greater Gambia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Licata <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22706852#p22706852"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22706841#p22706841"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""No! You will not settle your problems on our soil by your self! I am trying to be reasonable with you, but you are making it difficult. I here are the terms, a small group of Italian operatives will be allowed in the country to aid in dealing with the terrorists. If you do not agree to that, then we will deal with them ourselves.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""You dare pit the blame on my nation? the GIS will deploy in full force, if you interfere or prevent them from their duties you will be setting yourself up for political suicide.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""You leave me with no choice then, any Italian soldiers on our shores will be seen as an act of war! I will be contacting the American government and our fellow commonwealth nations. It is a shame that this has come to this. We will capture the terrorists at all cost, they will face justice, one way or another."""
1617,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=275,2014-12-07T00:50:00,Lingria,"<span style=""font-size: 115%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Minsk,Belarus</span></span><br/>President Alexander Lukashenko walked slowly in the streets of Minsk behind him were 10 bodyguards armed with the newest Ak-47's he swiftly walked into a Bakery and found that the owner was present. When he saw the President his eyes widened and he nearly slipped on himself and finally spoke ""Mr.President wel...Welcome to my humble abode"" after a brief silence Alexander spoke up ""Yes I would like to buy 3 Loafs of Bread and a Croissant and make it splintered please"" the man behind the counter reacted swiftly and hurried as to not disappoint the President ""Here you are Mr.President and also it's on the house"" he said while smiling ""No,I'm gonna pay as to not disown your business"" he said this as he handed the man Belorussian Rubles ""Thank you and have a good day"" he said as he smiled. The Alexander walked out of the bakery with a bag of Bread while eating a Croissant. He started walking towards his Limousine and jumped in the back ""To the Palace please"" he said to the driver as the car started to his Palace he started to fall asleep"
1618,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=275,2014-12-07T00:56:00,Licata,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22706880#p22706880"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Licata <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22706852#p22706852"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""You dare pit the blame on my nation? the GIS will deploy in full force, if you interfere or prevent them from their duties you will be setting yourself up for political suicide.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""You leave me with no choice then, any Italian soldiers on our shores will be seen as an act of war! I will be contacting the American government and our fellow commonwealth nations. It is a shame that this has come to this. We will capture the terrorists at all cost, they will face justice, one way or another.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""So it seems you've show your true colors, you choose to support these terrorists. To think I risked men to assist you. Turns out you are just as insane as Jammeh. We will see how long you will last as a terrorist state.""-- hangs up<br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Roma</span><br/><br/>Renzi addresses the Nation in response to recent talks with gambian leadership.<br/><br/>""it would appear.... that the government of Gambia supports these dogs who attacked us. To think, that we, helped them. Gambia, such a mess.""<br/><br/>he pauses<br/><br/>""The Gambian president, personally spoke to me, and threatened war for our movement to eliminate the terrorists who attacked us. From this point on, I order that all relations with Gambia be severed and that they be blockaded for supporting such atrocities."""
1619,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=275,2014-12-07T03:38:00,Sasutary Island,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bern, Mighty Switzerland</span><br/>The streets were the usual, trams distrupting the flow here and there. The Swiss were, at least, supportive of the Council's move to enact free healthcare for the poor and middle income families of Switzerland. A new railway line was being built, to link Bern to Zurich, then to the world. Alpine salt proved to be a valuable export. The railway was carved through the dense alpine rock and over gargantuan gorges, with the total expense at a whopping $12 billion. But the railway line would also link Switzerland to France and Germany, bringing in tourists and their annoying accents.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, the Alpine Corps was doing its usual work of rescueing stranded skiers and leveling the slopes using dynamite and surplus arty shells to prevent avalanches.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">To: the German Government, Whomever it may Concern<br/>From: The Council of Switzerland</span><br/>Greetings, noble Germany. We Swiss have long had ties with your nation. But, today we ask of you a few simple things. <span style=""font-weight: bold"">Firstly</span>, we ask for your permision and your cooperation to build a high speed railway line across your Nation, that stretches from Bern to Berlin. This will open up inumerable amounts of trade opportunities and help bolster the economy of our two great nations. <span style=""font-weight: bold"">Secondly</span>, I ask you to join the Swiss Cooperation Zone, which currently only has me and Lichtenstein. This zoje aims to open our borders to free and undistrupted trade betweeb the 3 of us and will surely make us all very much money. <span style=""font-weight: bold"">Third</span> and lastly, I wish your support in defending me from the Italians, who have tried to impose their will on our borders long enough. I await your reply.<br/>Regards,<br/>The Council of Switzerland</div>"
1620,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=275,2014-12-07T10:18:00,The Greater Gambia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Somewhere in the Gambian jungle</span><br/><br/>The video begins to play, showing about ten men surrounding the Italian ambassador. They have an assortment of weapons, one of them is holding a machete to the ambassadors neck. Their is also a weird barking in the background. One of the men begins to speak. ""Good morning, I am Amat Tourey, Ex-colonel of the Gambian armed forces and new leader of the Jammeh Loyalists. As you can see here by our guest, we were the ones responsible for last night's embassy raid. Let it be known that this is the first of many attacks. We have started with the Italians because they are the reason that the corrupt GLP stole power from the rightly elected Yahya Jammeh! We will do the same to any country that has recognizes the monstrosity that is the GLP's regime until our demands are met. We want 10 million dollars in exchange for not attacking any more embassies and the life of this toubab here. If they are not met..."" Tourey snaps his fingers. The source of the barking comes into view. A man with a sickly-looking hyena on a chain comes into view. The man keeps the Hyena just out of reach from the ambassador. The beast is lunging for him, trying to rip out his jugular. ""I think you can tell what we will do to this poor sod. To my fellow Mandinka's, do we really trust a Wolof as president of our proud nation!? He is probably in talks with the French puppets, Senegal, right now, selling our country and our lively hood. I offer a solution, join us. We will cure this land of the plague that is the GLP. The Gambia belongs to the Mandinka. We will drive the foreigners and the traitors out of our land! To any Mandinka sons and daughters of the Gambia that wish to join our cause, come to the village of Jenba, in the Central River LGA. Make your country a proud nation!""<br/><br/>The Loyalists gained 1000 members from that video, all of them being apart of the Mandinka majority. The video and some of their neighbors running off to join the loyalists has caused the minorities in the Gambia to fear for their lives, hoping that a situation like Rwanda does not find its way into the Gambia."
1621,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=275,2014-12-07T10:30:00,Elepis,"The sun set over Gaziantep, a small village at the south of Turkey 2 hours from largest city in Syria Aleppo. The town was once a popular tourist destination with over 4000 tourists coming each year before the Syrian Conflict that still rages on, and there is no end in sight for any of the two sides, the rise of IS has made Turkey unstable with the Middle East and cutting them off from the other countries that inhabit it.<br/><br/>The town, over the last few months has claimed to have over 734 people within the last month due to the attacks of Doudyan and Ayn Al-Arab that have been taken by IS. Within the small of community, that was once a big bustling Economic powerhouse is now known to the Turkish Government as ghost town, the only life there now is the 4 Syrian Refugee camps that take up more than half of the remaining population of Gaziantep since the Turkish Natives have fled east to bigger cities within Turkey, and according to Turkish records by the end of June, there will be more than 7 Massive Refugee camps and the Town will be colonized by Syrians. Over 200 smalltime businesses within the town have been run out of town due to the 20% increase in crime due to clashes and riots between Syrian and Turkish people, The Turkish people frequency use the statement to Syrians; ""This is our land, and it shall always be our land, it shall never be overrun!"" Within a week a new squad of 150 soldiers will be sent from Ankara to Gaziantep and a futhermore 200 sent to the city of Suruç to keep the peace within the affected areas in the south.<br/><br/>Turkey cannot stay neutral for long, they will have to act to stop a seemingly endless civil war. The question is do they support their old enemy Assad who has the best chance of victory or the moderate opposition?"
1622,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=275,2014-12-07T10:59:00,Marsisian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Sasutary Island <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22707428#p22707428"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bern, Mighty Switzerland</span><br/>The streets were the usual, trams distrupting the flow here and there. The Swiss were, at least, supportive of the Council's move to enact free healthcare for the poor and middle income families of Switzerland. A new railway line was being built, to link Bern to Zurich, then to the world. Alpine salt proved to be a valuable export. The railway was carved through the dense alpine rock and over gargantuan gorges, with the total expense at a whopping $12 billion. But the railway line would also link Switzerland to France and Germany, bringing in tourists and their annoying accents. <br/><br/>Meanwhile, the Alpine Corps was doing its usual work of rescueing stranded skiers and leveling the slopes using dynamite and surplus arty shells to prevent avalanches. <br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">To: the German Government, Whomever it may Concern<br/>From: The Council of Switzerland</span><br/>Greetings, noble Germany. We Swiss have long had ties with your nation. But, today we ask of you a few simple things. <span style=""font-weight: bold"">Firstly</span>, we ask for your permision and your cooperation to build a high speed railway line across your Nation, that stretches from Bern to Berlin. This will open up inumerable amounts of trade opportunities and help bolster the economy of our two great nations. <span style=""font-weight: bold"">Secondly</span>, I ask you to join the Swiss Cooperation Zone, which currently only has me and Lichtenstein. This zoje aims to open our borders to free and undistrupted trade betweeb the 3 of us and will surely make us all very much money. <span style=""font-weight: bold"">Third</span> and lastly, I wish your support in defending me from the Italians, who have tried to impose their will on our borders long enough. I await your reply.<br/>Regards,<br/>The Council of Switzerland</div></div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Berlin, Germany</span><br/><br/>While the Prime Minister was organizing the first attack on Kaliningrad by the East Prussian rebels, giving them supplies and equipment to prepare, she suddenly got a message from the Swiss. ""Hmm, it would seem like they want better relations. I'm fine with that.""<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To the Council of Switzerland<br/>From the Prime Minister of Germany<br/><br/>Greetings,<br/><br/>I completely agree to these offers. We, as traditionally close friends with good ties, will prosper in the offers you have made. The Federal Republic of Germany will defend you from the Italians should they decide to invade you. I also ask of you to support Germany's bid to retake the historic province of East Prussia, currently known as Kaliningrad.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Signed, Angela Merkel</span></blockquote>"
1623,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=275,2014-12-07T11:40:00,Australian Antarctica,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Lhasa, Tibet</span></span><br/>A group of eight men sat around a table, debating fiercely. Each memeber had different beliefs on how to make a government. One wanted a Democracy in the truest since of the word, another wanted a Dictatorship. One was a Communist, another was a Right-Wing Nutjob. One wanted a Monarchy, the other wanted a presidential republic. In the middle sat William Aniston, listening to the men discuss and debate. Finally he spoke up ""Alright, it has been 4 hours, have we reached a decision?""<br/>The monarchist spoke up ""Yes we have, we proposea government where their is one king, one Prime Minister or President, and a 10 member per political party parliament""<br/>""How would this work?"" William asked, confused.<br/><br/>""The Parliament would create the laws and vote on them. If they pass, then the president or Prime Minister can veto it or send it to you, the king where you would either pass it or veto it. If it is Vetoed at any time, it is sent back to parliament to be revised. If it is passed, you will give it to the appropriate department, Defense, Education, Finance, Industry, Etc.""<br/><br/>""Seems a bit complicated, but workable. Have a copy on my desk by Morning""<br/><br/>""Yes King""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The next morning</span></span><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Tibetan Government</span></span></span></div><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Preamble:</span></span> We the Tibetan people, to free ourselves from the chains of oppression, hereby create the Free Tibetan State. For far too long the people of Tibet have been oppressed and controlled by a government that cared little for them. In this document is the outline for the new government.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Body:</span></span> The government shall be made of 4 Branches: The Executive,The Ministry , The Parliament, and The Judicial. No one branch will have more power than the other <br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Executive:</span> The Executive Branch will be made of the King and President. A new President is elected every 6 years while the king rules until he dies or resigns. The Executive Branch will never gain too much power due to the ability of the Parliament and Judiciary Branches to expel the President or, in extreme cases, even the king.<br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Ministry:</span> The Ministry is made of 6 departments: The Defense Department, the Environmental Department, The Finance Department, The Education Department, The Energy Department, and the Health Department. Each Department will have it's own duties.<br/>The Defense Department handles all military matters and police matters<br/>The Environmental Department handles all matters that pertain to the Environment<br/>The Finance Department handles everything related to the budgets of the government. All purchases and loans must be approved by the Finance Department<br/>The Education Department Handles Everything related to Education, both Private and Public<br/>The Energy Department handles everything used to power homes and businesses<br/>The Health Department handles everything related to Healthcare and the Health of Citizens<br/>Some laws relate to more than one department in which they must work together to carry out said law.<br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Parliament:</span> The Parliament is tasked with drafting the laws. All laws must not infringe on the Rights stated later. There will be 10 members per party elected every 4 years. The Parties are: Libertarian, Nationalist, Republican, Democratic, and Communist.<br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Judiciary:</span> The Judiciary is the highest court in Tibet. If there is a law the people deem unconstitutional it can be taken up by the Judiciary court. The Court will be made of 10 Judges, 2 from each party, and are elected every 10 years.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Rights:</span></span> This section explains the rights each person is granted. Under no circumstances can these rights be infringed upon<br/><br/>1. Every Citizen of any age or nationality, is able to Speak Freely and protest peacefully.<br/><br/>2. Every Citizen can bear any non-explosive weapon. This ensures that there can never be another dictatorship<br/><br/>3. Every Citizen does not have to submit to a search unless presented by a warrant<br/><br/>4. Any person can practice religion of any kind<br/><br/>5. Marriage is between humans, there will be no laws restricting marriage between two humans of any sexual orientation<br/><br/>6. Capital Punishment is legal in cases of: Rape, Murder, and high-treason<br/><br/>7. Any person over the age of 17 can vote.</blockquote>"
1624,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=275,2014-12-07T11:41:00,Zatak,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">To; The federal republic of Germany <br/>From; The Great Russian Federation<br/><br/>Hello.<br/><br/>After reviewing you request we have decided to give you an offer in terms of selling the kaliningrad Oblast to you. The offer will include the territory stretching from the Instruch and the Angrapa and drains into the Baltic Sea through Vistula Lagoon we are willing to sell the territory for 2.3,000,000,000 along with a transfer of technology for the F125-class frigate.<br/><br/>We here understand the historical connections the Germans have to the land and as such we are willing to give it to you as long as these are meet although price can be negotiated as long as it is not unreasonable.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Signed,<br/>Vladimir Putin</span><br/></span></blockquote>"
1625,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=275,2014-12-07T11:42:00,Of The Rnclave,"<blockquote><div><cite>Licata <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22706939#p22706939"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22706880#p22706880"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""You leave me with no choice then, any Italian soldiers on our shores will be seen as an act of war! I will be contacting the American government and our fellow commonwealth nations. It is a shame that this has come to this. We will capture the terrorists at all cost, they will face justice, one way or another.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""So it seems you've show your true colors, you choose to support these terrorists. To think I risked men to assist you. Turns out you are just as insane as Jammeh. We will see how long you will last as a terrorist state.""-- hangs up<br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Roma</span><br/><br/>Renzi addresses the Nation in response to recent talks with gambian leadership.<br/><br/>""it would appear.... that the government of Gambia supports these dogs who attacked us. To think, that we, helped them. Gambia, such a mess.""<br/><br/>he pauses<br/><br/>""The Gambian president, personally spoke to me, and threatened war for our movement to eliminate the terrorists who attacked us. From this point on, I order that all relations with Gambia be severed and that they be blockaded for supporting such atrocities.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">A REACTION TO ROMA</span></span><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: The Newly Established nation of Rome<br/>The United States of America<br/><br/>Your blockading of the nation of Gambia will not be tolerated. You will remove your ships within a weeks times or face the consequences. If so you remember your nation is allowed no army and a small navy due to World War Two and the USA will not hesitate to put sanctions upon you due to these acts. A Carrier group will arrive in Gambia within a week also, you will do well to remove your ships</blockquote>"
1626,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=275,2014-12-07T11:56:00,Licata,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">GIS HQ, Milan</span><br/><br/>By orders of Matteo Renzi, a unit of twenty is to be formed with the best GIS operatives. They will only speak Arabic while mobilized and will not have contact the central government of Rome. They will act as a terrorist group against the west. They will be equipped with only foreign equipment. They are to take up the name of; The Islamic State of Italia and Sicily.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">In Response to the USA</span><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: the USA<br/>From: Rome<br/><br/>Two things.<br/><br/>One, they are protecting terrorists.<br/><br/>Two, our ships haven't arrived yet.</blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Atlantic:</span><br/><br/>Carrier group Guiseppe has finally reached the Gibraltar Strait.<br/><br/>The Guiseppe is accompanied by fourteen frigates and two FREMM frigates equipped with primarily anti missile weaponry."
1627,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=275,2014-12-07T12:12:00,The Greater Gambia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Banjul, The Gambia</span><br/><br/>Two fire teams of the newly created GSAS stood before Boro Jobateh in attention. ""At ease men, as you have heard, the Italian embassy was attacked last night and the ambassador has been taken hostage. This morning we received this video from Loyalists of Jammeh's regime."" Jobateh shows them the video. ""The man is Amat Tourey, he was a colonel of the Gambian National Army under Jammeh, he was captured during our offensive and discharged from the army after the war. During the war, he was seen killing his own troops that retreated. He is to be dealt with at all cost, dead or alive. We presume that he is located somewhere in the Central River LGA, he has called for supporters to rally at a small village called Jenba."" He points to the location on a map. ""We don't have much time to deal with this, the Italians are sending a carrier group to blockade us, they believe that because we won't allow a large group of Italian soldiers on our soil, they believe we are helping the loyalist. Gentlemen, the river and the ocean are our country's life line, if it is cut off, our country will suffer. Your fireteams were the best in your whole class. You were recommended by your teacher, Terrance Taylor, that you were the best. I expect good results from this mission. You are to rescue the hostage and, if possible, eliminate Colonel Tourey. Time is of the essence. You are to leave immediately. You will have air support from a SU-25 Frogfoot from a nearby airfield. Good luck gentlemen, salaam maleekum.""<br/><br/>The Fireteams are lead by Malik Taal, head of his GSAS class, and the runner up, Alasan Ceesay."
1628,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=275,2014-12-07T12:20:00,Elepis,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To Mr Renzi <br/><br/>Your recent announcement of a blockade of Gambia has struck alarm bells here in Ankara. Why are you doing this? We understand you are angry at the recent terrorist attack, but did the Gambian government have any connection to it? I ask you to establish an independent review of the situation instead of blockading the country. If you continue, you will cause many deaths and Turkey will be compelled to help the Gambia.<br/><br/>I urge you to re-think you imperialist response<br/><br/>President Kemal Kılıçdaroğlu</blockquote>"
1629,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=275,2014-12-07T12:22:00,Of The Rnclave,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Gambia<br/>United States of America<br/><br/>The tensions rising with Rome effect us both. But we both most acknowledge that your navy and Air Force is no match for them. We in the USA see this as opportunity to expand relations with your nation. We are sending a Carrier group to break the blockade. We will use this carrier group to ensure trade still flows between your nation and the world. No doubt as well Britain will support this. Please respond at your earliest conveniance</blockquote>"
1630,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=275,2014-12-07T12:24:00,Licata,"To: Turkey<br/>From: Rome<br/><br/>They are protecting terrorist from the justice of Rome. They are protecting those who've killed Roman Citizens. Imperialist? No, this is for the sake of justice. We cannot allow terrorists to run freely about to do as they please.<br/><br/>All we are doing is cutting off maritime trade, there will be no engagements, so there will be no deaths."
1631,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=275,2014-12-07T12:26:00,The Greater Gambia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Of The Rnclave <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22711890#p22711890"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Gambia<br/>United States of America<br/><br/>The tensions rising with Rome effect us both. But we both most acknowledge that your navy and Air Force is no match for them. We in the USA see this as opportunity to expand relations with your nation. We are sending a Carrier group to break the blockade. We will use this carrier group to ensure trade still flows between your nation and the world. No doubt as well Britain will support this. Please respond at your earliest conveniance</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: The United States of America<br/>From: The Republic of the Gambia<br/><br/>We appreciate your support in this crisis. We have already deployed GSAS forces in the Central River LGA to diffuse the situation. Hopefully Renzi calms down and realizes the error of his ways.</blockquote>"
1632,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=275,2014-12-07T12:32:00,Marsisian,"<blockquote><div><cite>ZATAK <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22711347#p22711347"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">To; The federal republic of Germany <br/>From; The Great Russian Federation<br/><br/>Hello.<br/><br/>After reviewing you request we have decided to give you an offer in terms of selling the kaliningrad Oblast to you. The offer will include the territory stretching from the Instruch and the Angrapa and drains into the Baltic Sea through Vistula Lagoon we are willing to sell the territory for 2.3,000,000,000 along with a transfer of technology for the F125-class frigate.<br/><br/>We here understand the historical connections the Germans have to the land and as such we are willing to give it to you as long as these are meet although price can be negotiated as long as it is not unreasonable.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Signed,<br/>Vladimir Putin</span><br/></span></blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To the Russian Federation<br/><br/>Greetings.<br/><br/>Your offer is most certainly not unreasonable at all. This will be a great joy for many former civilians that lived in the province before their expulsion 75 years ago and to German nationalists who wish to see more pride in their country. Thank you.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Signed, Angela Merkel<br/>Federal Republic of Germany</span></blockquote>"
1633,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=275,2014-12-07T13:03:00,The Greater Gambia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Central River LGA, The Gambia</span><br/><br/>The GSAS operatives travelled on the river to their objective. This would be their first mission, the fate of their country rested on their actions. The village of Jenba was further inland, They exited their boatss and moved further inland, they came across a village, something wasn't right, there was no one to be found. They looked inside one of the houses and found that all of the inhabitants had been killed. Every house it was the same story, whole families were killed. There were no survivors, accept for one. Captain Taal looked into the last house, what he saw was a mom and two daughters, it appeared that all three of them were raped and killed. Malik was disgusted by the sight."" What kind of animals could have done this?"" He thought to himself. It was then that he heard shuffling to his right. He quickly brought his gun around to see a little boy, no older than 8, trembling with a knife in his hands. He was speaking in some language Taal did not know, he called for back up. The other GSAS men came in. ""Do any of you know what he's saying?"" Malik said. Captain Alasan spoke up. ""He's speaking in Fula, don't worry, I grew up in a village where the majority of the people were Fula. Alasan spoke in the boy's native tongue.""What happened here? Why are you here all alone?"" Alasan said in a empathetic tone. The boy calmed down and lowered the knife when he realized they were speaking the same language. "" Men with weapons came here. One of the old men told them something. Then they started breaking into houses. There was gunshots. My mommy told me to hide. So I did. They came in here. I heard my mom and sisters scream. Then there was a loud boom."" The boy starts to cry."" Alasan translates what the boy just said. Malik speaks up."" Ask him if he knows where the men went."" Alasan translated the question.""They went there."" The boy points to the east, down the road. Amat Saar spoke up. ""What are we going to do with him?"" Malik responded.""We'll call in for someone to pick him up, we'll wait here until then, just to make sure they don't come back."" Alasan relayed the message to the little boy, the boy smiled and hugged Alasan, making the captain a little uncomfortable."
1634,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=275,2014-12-07T13:05:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: USA<br/>From: Tibetan Defense Minister<br/>We would like advisers to train our troops. It is imperative that they arrive soon, as to deter any attacks on our new nation. We would also like a loan of 1,000,000 dollars to get our economy off the ground.</blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lhasa, Tibet</span><br/>The parliament began creating an economy. It's first task was jobs. The government has created 10 Mines and 50 Lumber Camps, with the goal of creating 100,000 new jobs. Within a few hours, all positions are filled and the Economy is improving by a little. The Dollar has been adopted as the national currency and is currently worthless. It is a long road to a good Economy and nation. The people are currently happy, but are waiting for more jobs."
1635,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=275,2014-12-07T13:30:00,Licata,"<blockquote><div><cite>Licata <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22711544#p22711544"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">GIS HQ, Milan</span><br/><br/>By orders of Matteo Renzi, a unit of twenty is to be formed with the best GIS operatives. They will only speak Arabic while mobilized and will not have contact the central government of Rome. They will act as a terrorist group against the west. They will be equipped with only foreign equipment. They are to take up the name of; The Islamic State of Italia and Sicily. <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">In Response to the USA</span><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: the USA<br/>From: Rome<br/><br/>Two things.<br/><br/>One, they are protecting terrorists.<br/><br/>Two, our ships haven't arrived yet.</blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Atlantic:</span> <br/><br/>Carrier group Guiseppe has finally reached the Gibraltar Strait.<br/><br/>The Guiseppe is accompanied by fourteen frigates and two FREMM frigates equipped with primarily anti missile weaponry.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC: Edited for you MR. Britain"
1636,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=275,2014-12-07T13:38:00,Marsisian,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Berlin, Germany</span><br/><br/>Now that Germany had finally secured most of East Prussia once again, the Prime Minister turned her attention to the Polish part of Prussia as well as the Province of Pomerania, both still parts of historic lands once belonging to many German states and then the unified German Empire in the late 1800s and early 1900s.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To the Republic of Poland<br/>From the Federal Republic of Germany<br/><br/> Greetings,<br/><br/>We have taken an interest in some of your administrative divisions. We would like to purchase your Warmian-Masurian province, also known as the southern part of East Prussia, and the West Pomeranian province, which was part of the historical Province of Pomerania belonging to many German historical states in the past before 1945. The price of these two provinces can be negotiated on and we would like to purchase both but there are no guarantees.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Signed, Angela Merkel<br/>Prime Minister of Germany</span></blockquote>"
1637,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=300,2014-12-07T14:31:00,The Greater Gambia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Central River LGA, The Gambia</span><br/><br/>Two military trucks came into the village. They picked up the child and brought him to the airfield, allowing the GSAS to continue with their operation. 10 miles down the road, they found the village of Jenba. The whole place was packed with loyalist supporters, most of them didn't have any guns, only farming equipment and machetes. Still, in a open fight, they would overwhelm the GSAS operatives.""Amat, call the Frogfoot, we'll be needing him for the escape."" Alasan weighed in on the plan.""My fire team will get into a position to draw a distraction. Just radio us when you have the Ambasssador."" Malik nodded in agreement."" Alright men, let's move!"" And the two GSAS fire teams split off. Malik's fire team sneaked into the village. They checked every building, but found nothing. They came across an old shed guarded by two men. ""Do you think that's it?"" Alaji said.""Only one way to find out. Amat, Lamin, cover us incase this goes bad. Me and Alaji will sneak around and eliminate the guards."" Malik ordered. Malik and Alaji went behind the guards, knives in hand, and stabbed the guards in the throat. making sure they don't cry for help. Amat and Lamin ran over to their position, getting in position to breach the shed. When they entered the shack, they found the ambassador badly wounded.""Amat, call the Frogfoot and Alasan and tell them that we found the ambassador and he's badly wounded. We're getting out of here."" Lamin walked over to the ambassador and picked him up."" Don't worry, we're here to save you."" Lamin said in poor english.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, Colonel Tourey was gathering men for a raid on a village in Senegal.""Where's Pateh? He's in charge here while I'm gone!"" Tourey said as he climbed into the pick up truck. 20 men jumped into two of the pickup trucks, ten of them had AK-47's. The pickup truck sped off, away from the doomed village.<br/><br/>The Frogfoot flew over the village once. The loyalist troops looked up to see what it was, only to see the Frogfoot begin it's strafing run. The suddenness of the attack caused many of the loyalists to run. As the Frogfoot flew back for another run. Some of the Loyalists had regained their composure and jumped onto the 50. cal machine gun.""Looks like that's our cue."" Alasan said. Alasan and his fire team opened fire on the loyalists, killing 20 of them in only a few minutes. The whole village was in chaos. Bodies littered the ground. Malik's fire team made their way out with the hostage. Killing anyone who got in their way. They made their way to where Alasan's fire team was.""We've got him, let's get out of here!"" Malik yelled. Alasan shot the guy on the 50. cal and ordered his men to fall back. Amat radioed the Frogfoot, telling the pilot that they had the target and to fall back. The first mission of the GSAS was a success with no casualties."
1638,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=300,2014-12-07T15:17:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: China<br/>From: Tibet<br/>We were looking over the transcript from the meeting and would like to change one thing: We can have major foreign support, but most pay it off by year five.</blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Lhasa, Tibet</span></span><br/>With the left over funds from the German loan, the Tibetan Government creates more mines. The Economy is slowly improving. The government is also handing out grants to people to start businesses and improve housing. The government currently has $1,000,000,000."
1639,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=300,2014-12-07T15:32:00,Lingria,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">To:Russia</span><br/><br/>We see your nation as a way to expand,We wish to have trade between our nations as to further our good relations and if you would accept an alliance between our nations then we would indeed be pleased<br/>Sincerely,<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">President Alexander Lukashenko</span></blockquote>"
1640,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=300,2014-12-07T15:53:00,Sasutary Island,"The Swiss had the greenlight for the Swiss-German railway, and had already began construction. Meanwhile, with the seemingly volatile Italy poised to strike at any moment, a large line, spanning almost the entire length of the Swiss Border was proposed. So called the toblerone line as the tank traps looked like Toblerones, it was to slow down any advancing forces and get them into a killing field. After the line would be the large mountain passes with only 1 way in and 1 way out, where the Mountaineers and Switzers hope to catch most of the Italians.<br/><br/>Costing roughly $5 billion, it was to take a month, and the entire project was disguised as a pipeline to russia.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bern</span><br/>The Council were elated at the prospect of a Big Brother to protect them from Italian incursions. They had recieved another message from the Germans, and replied.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Greetings Noble Brother (or Sister) Germany</span><br/>Unfortunately we Swiss have sweared eternal neutrality and will not support you militarily in conquering any land. But ad we have seen you spend great amounts of money buying land from other countries. <br/><br/>We offer you a loan of $4.6 trillion in Cash and Gold buillion. With a very, very low interest rate of 0.8% per year, as a token of friendship betweem our two nations. What say you?<br/>Regards,<br/>The Council of Switzerland</div>"
1641,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=300,2014-12-07T15:57:00,Marsisian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Sasutary Island <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22715194#p22715194"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Swiss had the greenlight for the Swiss-German railway, and had already began construction. Meanwhile, with the seemingly volatile Italy poised to strike at any moment, a large line, spanning almost the entire length of the Swiss Border was proposed. So called the toblerone line as the tank traps looked like Toblerones, it was to slow down any advancing forces and get them into a killing field. After the line would be the large mountain passes with only 1 way in and 1 way out, where the Mountaineers and Switzers hope to catch most of the Italians. <br/><br/>Costing roughly $5 billion, it was to take a month, and the entire project was disguised as a pipeline to russia.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bern</span><br/>The Council were elated at the prospect of a Big Brother to protect them from Italian incursions. They had recieved another message from the Germans, and replied.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Greetings Noble Brother (or Sister) Germany</span><br/>Unfortunately we Swiss have sweared eternal neutrality and will not support you militarily in conquering any land. But ad we have seen you spend great amounts of money buying land from other countries. <br/><br/>We offer you a loan of $4.6 trillion in Cash and Gold buillion. With a very, very low interest rate of 0.8% per year, as a token of friendship betweem our two nations. What say you?<br/>Regards,<br/>The Council of Switzerland</div></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To the Swiss Confederation<br/>From the Federal Republic of Germany<br/><br/>Greetings,<br/><br/>This loan is greatly appreciated for our efforts to reclaim some of the land we lost many, many years ago. I say thank you for all of Germany.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Signed, the Prime Minister of Germany</span></blockquote>"
1642,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=300,2014-12-07T15:59:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Switzerland<br/>From: Tibet<br/>We are a new nation and require money to start the economy. We would like a loan and advice on how to improve my economy.</blockquote>"
1643,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=300,2014-12-07T16:18:00,The Greater Gambia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Central River LGA, The Gambia</span><br/><br/>Colonel Tourey returned to the village with stolen food and other supplies. What he saw made him livid. ""What the hell happened here, Pateh!?"" Tourey asked, his hand was on his knife, waiting for Pateh to say something he didn't like. Pateh was nervous.""We.....were attacked.....A plane came in and started shooting at us....There were also soldiers."" He hesitated.""They have the ambassador."" Tourey snapped.""WHAT! HOW COULD YOU LET THIS HAPPEN!? HOW MANY MEN DID THEY HAVE!?"" Pateh knew it wasn't going to be good."" Ei...Eight...."". Tourey was silent for a second. Pateh tried to stop the awkward silence."" Colonel I apolo..."" Tourey put Pateh on the ground and repeatedly stabbed him in the throat. ""HOW...COULD...YOU...LET...8...MEN...ESCAPE!"" The Colonel stopped as he finished his sentence. He looked around at his troops. All of them were scared that they were next.""I suggest that you go and look for those bastards. Keep the toubab alive!"""
1644,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=300,2014-12-07T16:20:00,Sasutary Island,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22715256#p22715256"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Switzerland<br/>From: Tibet<br/>We are a new nation and require money to start the economy. We would like a loan and advice on how to improve my economy.</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/>To: Tibet<br/>From: Council of Switzerland<br/>Hello, I am glad you approached the right country for a loan. We can offer you a loan of $41 billion, with an annual interest rate of 3%. Also, Tibet is rich in natural resources, but first off, you should improve your roads, railways and power cables to improve the flow of supply and trade. Should you agree, we will wire the money to you.<br/>Regards,<br/>Council of Switzerland"
1645,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=300,2014-12-07T16:25:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Sasutary Island <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22715522#p22715522"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22715256#p22715256"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Switzerland<br/>From: Tibet<br/>We are a new nation and require money to start the economy. We would like a loan and advice on how to improve my economy.</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/>To: Tibet<br/>From: Council of Switzerland<br/>Hello, I am glad you approached the right country for a loan. We can offer you a loan of $41 billion, with an annual interest rate of 3%. Also, Tibet is rich in natural resources, but first off, you should improve your roads, railways and power cables to improve the flow of supply and trade. Should you agree, we will wire the money to you.<br/>Regards, <br/>Council of Switzerland</div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Switzerland<br/>From: Tibet<br/>3% seems high, how about 1.5%? We will improve roads and build mines.</blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Lhasa, Tibet</span></span><br/>The government began revamping the nations infrastructure. Improving roads, building new roads, improving power, and adding railways over the country. The projects will create over 300,000 new jobs and boost the economy, it will take 2-5 years to complete and cost 21 Billion. More grants are being given and the Economy is improving, currently the government has 12,000,000,000 dollars."
1646,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=300,2014-12-07T16:34:00,Republika Srpska Party,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.crwflags.com/fotw/images/r/rs-04.gif""/></div><br/><br/>Serbian SOKO G-4 Super Galeb Jet Fighters fly over the Bosnian border, within the Bosnians living in fear of an invasion, the Serbian Air Force Commander says ""This is no invasion or bombing, Serbia is freely patrolling the borders of Bosnia, since we control most of the points on this border, we have to patrol it."". Later the day, six Zemun Clan members have robbed the Serbian International Bank, stealing 2 million dinars, the Serbian Special Police Unit was involved into this. With a pursuit leading to the Government building in Belgrade, when the three cars were stopped, shooting started, getting 6 civilians injured, 3 civilians shot and 8 police officers kill'd. The Special Unit took the Zemun Clan members out, with taking the two suitcases, each one filled with 1 million dinars. Anyway, a rumor that the Pink Panthers (part of the Serbian Mafia) will be robbing a jewelry store in Novi Sad. Serbian Anti-Criminal Unit is now working 24/7, because the crime rate in Serbia is getting very big. Also, another drug dealer was caught at doing a deal with the Israeli Mafia, trading 15 kg of Marijuana for 18,000 dollars. 8 Israeli Mafia henchmen were kill'd and the Drug Dealer arrested, after that the Marijuana was taken to a factory to get it burnt with the rest of other dangerous drugs, such as cocaine, meth, crack, etc. First Prime Minister Ivica Dacic was at it, with 19 Serbian SAJ Units around the building. The narcotics were burnt, and the Police says ""No narcotics product will ever survive this.""."
1647,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=300,2014-12-07T16:38:00,Sasutary Island,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22715604#p22715604"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Sasutary Island <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22715522#p22715522"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>To: Tibet<br/>From: Council of Switzerland<br/>Hello, I am glad you approached the right country for a loan. We can offer you a loan of $41 billion, with an annual interest rate of 3%. Also, Tibet is rich in natural resources, but first off, you should improve your roads, railways and power cables to improve the flow of supply and trade. Should you agree, we will wire the money to you.<br/>Regards, <br/>Council of Switzerland</div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Switzerland<br/>From: Tibet<br/>3% seems high, how about 1.5%? We will improve roads and build mines.</blockquote><br/><br/>After much deliberation, we accept. Under the arguement that you economy is still weak, we will lower the interest to 1.5%, and add in $2 billion as a grant to improve your economy further. <br/>Regards, <br/>Council of Switzerland</div></blockquote>"
1648,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=300,2014-12-07T16:56:00,The Greater Gambia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Central River LGA, The Gambia</span><br/><br/>The GSAS operatives made their way to the rendezvous point. There a convoy would take them to the airfield. They were 2 KM out when they heard men behind them."" It looks like they've caught up with us."" Said Alaji. Malik checked his ammo."" How much does everyone have?"" He asked. Everyone checked, they all had a few clips left, enough to get to the convoy.""Alasan, get the ambassador to the convoy, radio us when you get there, we'll hold them off."" Malik said. Alasan's team made their way for the convoy while Malik's got to cover and aimed. They picked out their shots carefully. Lamin made the first shot. Killing a loyalist a with a machete. It seemed that most of them only had farm equipment.""It seems that this will be easier than we thought."" Alaji said.""Don't get cocky, just keep them away."" Malik barked. All of a sudden, the sound of a truck began to come closer. The truck with the 50. cal drove up and opened fire. The GSAS operatives were pinned down.<br/><br/><br/>Alasan and his men had just made it to the convoy when the sound of the 50. cal echoed through the forest.""Put the ambassador in the truck, does anyone have an RPG?"" One soldier handed him one, knowing what he was going to do.""Good luck"". Alasan's fire team ran back to where Malik's fire team was pinned down.<br/><br/>It was not looking good for Malik's team. The cover fire from the 50. Cal allowed the loyalists with melee weapons to get close. Malik had already had a few close calls with death. All of a sudden, a rocket flew through the air, hitting the truck.""FALL BACK, WE'LL COVER YOU!"" the GSAS operatives fell back to the convoy, getting higher body counts in the process. As they neared the convoy, the Gambian troops were able to assist them. The operatives jumped into one of the trucks.""GO! GET US THE FUCK OUT OF HERE!"" The soldiers gradually fell back into the trucks and drove away to the airfield."
1649,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=300,2014-12-07T17:55:00,Licata,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value="" To Switzerland""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">We've notice that you've begun some sort of an operation on the border. My men tell me of what looks like the movement of your forces. You wouldn't be planning anything would you? My generals are quite concerned by your movements, some say you may be planning to attack.<br/><br/>Matteo Renzi,<br/>Consul of the Roman Republic</div></div></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Rome:</span><br/><br/>Matteo has finally finished his draft for the new Roman Republic. From this point on, each Province will have a senator to represent them in the Senate. Each Senator will have a vote, the consul will have a vote equal to that in magnitude of the total amount senators.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Atlantic Ocean</span><br/><br/>Carrier group Guiseppe has passed the Gibraltar Strait. From this point on, it is at war and prepared to defend it self.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Milan</span><br/><br/>On the outskirts of the city, three thousand men wait to go though the process of recruitment.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Southern Italy</span><br/><br/>A band of prisoners are being prepared for the initiation of a construction project. thirteen thousand inmates stand ready, guarded by twelve thousand Carabinari as well as five mangusta attack choppers. They are to construct a new town, named after the Roman god of luck, Fortuna.<br/><br/>This new town is to hold around three thousand inhabitants and is to have several new factories constructed within it.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Marche Region</span><br/><br/>30,000 men preform maneuvers, practicing mechanized warfare and cooperation with the air force.<br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.alqamah.it/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/Bersaglieri.jpeg""/></div></div></div><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Italian Alps</span><br/><br/>The Alpini are on maneuvers, practicing for mountain warfare.<br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://files.tactical-life.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/02/4thalpini.jpg""/></div></div></div>"
1650,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=300,2014-12-07T18:16:00,Sasutary Island,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Swiss Alps</span><br/>The recent Italian military training on the Italian Alps has lead to the Swiss Council raising the defcon to 3. The Council sent an urgent message to the German government.<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">To: Germany<br/>From: The Council of Switzerland</span><br/>Greetings once more, after the Italian mobilisation on the Alpine front, we Swiss feel on edge. We seek that you deploy forces within our region to deter the Italians from forcing their Culture and Pasta on our people. Thank you,<br/>Regards, <br/>Council of Switzerland<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">To: The Government of Italia<br/>From: The Council of Switzerland </span><br/>Hello there neighbour. We mean you no harm, but your recent mobilisation of troops near our borders threaten our Safety. I humbly suggest you move your troops somewhere else, or risk escalating thid debacle, which I am sure we do not want.<br/>Regards, <br/>Council of Switzerland</div>"
1651,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=300,2014-12-07T18:20:00,Marsisian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Sasutary Island <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22717179#p22717179"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Swiss Alps</span><br/>The recent Italian military training on the Italian Alps has lead to the Swiss Council raising the defcon to 3. The Council sent an urgent message to the German government.<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">To: Germany<br/>From: The Council of Switzerland</span><br/>Greetings once more, after the Italian mobilisation on the Alpine front, we Swiss feel on edge. We seek that you deploy forces within our region to deter the Italians from forcing their Culture and Pasta on our people. Thank you,<br/>Regards, <br/>Council of Switzerland<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">To: The Government of Italia<br/>From: The Council of Switzerland </span><br/>Hello there neighbour. We mean you no harm, but your recent mobilisation of troops near our borders threaten our Safety. I humbly suggest you move your troops somewhere else, or risk escalating thid debacle, which I am sure we do not want.<br/>Regards, <br/>Council of Switzerland</div></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To Switzerland<br/>From Germany<br/><br/>Greetings,<br/><br/>If you can provide the necessary bases and firebases needed to house them, then we would be glad to station a small amount of forces into your nation.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Signed, Angela Merkel</span></blockquote>"
1652,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=300,2014-12-07T18:30:00,Sasutary Island,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">To the German Government</span><br/>We have hundreds of thousands of bunkers built into thr Alpinee mountainsides, should you agree to send your troops, we will waste no time in reactivating those bunkers. Our military airfields and bases are open to your use should you wish. Best of luck.<br/>Regards,<br/>Council of Switzerland</div>"
1653,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=300,2014-12-07T18:30:00,Licata,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">To Switzerland:</span><br/><br/>What do you mean? My men are training for their national duties. The Alpini are a solely mountain warfare unite. it is expected of them to train in the mountains. How would a number of my troops threaten your safety? <br/><br/>Matteo Renzi,<br/>Consul of Rome</blockquote>"
1654,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=300,2014-12-07T20:22:00,Pimps Inc,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Official Communique of the People's Republic of China</span></span><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><sup>Military Branch of the People's Republic of China</sup></span><br/><hr/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://img1.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20140203183202/althistory/images/thumb/d/d1/National_Emblem_of_the_People's_Republic_of_China_(5_stars_-_inversed).svg/442px-National_Emblem_of_the_People's_Republic_of_China_(5_stars_-_inversed).svg.png""/></div><br/><hr/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><sup>National Seal of the People's Republic of China</sup></span></div><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-size: 100%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #00FF00"">To:Tibet</span><br/><span style=""color: #0040FF"">From:Ministry of National Defense,Chang Wanquan</span><br/><span style=""color: #FF0000"">Subject:Tibet</span><br/><span style=""color: #FFBF00"">Notice:High Priority</span><br/><span style=""color: #00FFFF"">Encryption:Maximum</span></span><br/><hr/><br/>Your encrypted sent to other nations have been found.We agreed that you would receive only little foreign aid.You must stop any future requests,now.<br/><hr/><br/><br/>Sincerely,<br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/0/07/Xi_Jinping_sign.svg/128px-Xi_Jinping_sign.svg.png""/><br/>President Xi Jinping<br/><hr/><br/>Minister of National Defense Chang Wanquan</blockquote>"
1655,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=300,2014-12-07T20:30:00,Marsisian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Sasutary Island <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22717428#p22717428"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">To the German Government</span><br/>We have hundreds of thousands of bunkers built into thr Alpinee mountainsides, should you agree to send your troops, we will waste no time in reactivating those bunkers. Our military airfields and bases are open to your use should you wish. Best of luck.<br/>Regards,<br/>Council of Switzerland</div></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To the Swiss Government<br/>From the FRG<br/><br/>Thank you. Our forces shall get moving immediately.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Signed, Angela Merkel</span></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Baden-Wurttemberg</span><br/><br/>""Sir, we've just gotten word that the Prime Minister has ordered for 1,700 troops in southern Baden-Wurttemberg to be transferred to the southern Swiss border in the Alps."" ""Well, where do they go?"" ""The government has said that Swiss military bunkers, airfields, and bases are free for German troops to be stationed there."" ""I don't know why we're doing this, but get the amount of troops allotted over to Switzerland. Now, Major."" ""Yes, sir."""
1656,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=300,2014-12-07T20:38:00,Pimps Inc,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><hr/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/9/90/Seal_of_the_Government_of_Mexico.svg/482px-Seal_of_the_Government_of_Mexico.svg.png""/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Seal of the Government of Mexico</span></div><br/><hr/><br/><div align=""center"">To:Federal Republic of Germany<br/>From:United Mexican States<br/>Encryption:<span style=""color: #FF0000"">TOP PRIORITY</span></div><br/><hr/><br/><br/><sub>The money has been wired and we should like to ask for a an exact date and time on the promised conference with President Pena Nieto.</sub><br/><br/>Sincerely,<br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/d/dd/EPN_Firma.png/119px-EPN_Firma.png""/><br/>Enrique Pena Nieto,President of Mexico</blockquote>"
1657,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=300,2014-12-07T20:49:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22719006#p22719006"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Official Communique of the People's Republic of China</span></span><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><sup>Military Branch of the People's Republic of China</sup></span><br/><hr/><br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://img1.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20140203183202/althistory/images/thumb/d/d1/National_Emblem_of_the_People's_Republic_of_China_(5_stars_-_inversed).svg/442px-National_Emblem_of_the_People's_Republic_of_China_(5_stars_-_inversed).svg.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div><br/><hr/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><sup>National Seal of the People's Republic of China</sup></span></div><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-size: 100%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #00FF00"">To:Tibet</span><br/><span style=""color: #0040FF"">From:Ministry of National Defense,Chang Wanquan</span><br/><span style=""color: #FF0000"">Subject:Tibet</span><br/><span style=""color: #FFBF00"">Notice:High Priority</span><br/><span style=""color: #00FFFF"">Encryption:Maximum</span></span><br/><hr/><br/>Your encrypted sent to other nations have been found.We agreed that you would receive only little foreign aid.You must stop any future requests,now.<br/><hr/><br/><br/>Sincerely,<br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/0/07/Xi_Jinping_sign.svg/128px-Xi_Jinping_sign.svg.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/>President Xi Jinping<br/><hr/><br/>Minister of National Defense Chang Wanquan</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: China<br/>From:Tibet<br/>Did you not get our other letter asking for permission to get loans if we pay them off within 5 years?</blockquote>"
1658,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=300,2014-12-07T20:58:00,Marsisian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22719204#p22719204"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><hr/><br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/9/90/Seal_of_the_Government_of_Mexico.svg/482px-Seal_of_the_Government_of_Mexico.svg.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Seal of the Government of Mexico</span></div><br/><hr/><br/><div align=""center"">To:Federal Republic of Germany<br/>From:United Mexican States<br/>Encryption:<span style=""color: #FF0000"">TOP PRIORITY</span></div><br/><hr/><br/><br/><sub>The money has been wired and we should like to ask for a an exact date and time on the promised conference with President Pena Nieto.</sub><br/><br/>Sincerely,<br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/d/dd/EPN_Firma.png/119px-EPN_Firma.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/>Enrique Pena Nieto,President of Mexico</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To the United Mexican States<br/>From the Federal Republic of Germany<br/><br/>We would like you to meet in the Parliament building on February 24th at 6:10 in the morning. Any costs related to transportation will be paid for by us.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Signed, Prime Minister Angela Merkel<br/></span></blockquote>"
1659,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=300,2014-12-07T21:29:00,The Greater Gambia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Gambian Military Airfield, Eastern Gambia</span><br/><br/>The convoy came back around 10 O'clock at night. The soldiers immediately took the ambassador to the infirmary. Commander Mboge came to greet the GSAS operatives.""At ease. I have been briefed that you are the Gambia's new special forces. How did the mission go?"" He asked.""The mission went without a problem, we did discover that the Loyalists have been raiding villages, from what we saw, it's safe to say that they weren't kidding when they said they wanted to kill anyone not Mandinka."" Malik replied.""Is the boy we found her by any chance?"" Alasan asked.""Yes, he's in the mess hall eating with the soldiers. It's been a little uncomfortable though, none of us know Fula. One more question, did you manage to kill the Colonel?"" Commander Mboge asked.""No sir, there were too many loyalists for us to stay there for long, we tried to cause as much damage as possible, I estimate we killed about 300 men."" Malik answered.""That's a shame, it means this will take longer than I hoped, no matter, go to the mess hall and get something to eat, you earned it. I'll send a message to the capital, telling them the situation.""<br/><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""To Italy""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Consul Matteo Renzi<br/>From: President Boro Jobateh<br/>Encryption:Low<br/>I have received information that the GSAS have rescued your ambassador. The only injuries he has are a few broken ribs, but he'll live. The operatives were not able to capture of assassinate the terrorist leader. However, I am deploying soldiers to the Central River LGA to quell the problem before it grows into another civil war. Any POW's we capture will not be handed over to you. We do not feel that they will be treated fairly in your country. We have done our part in making sure the ambassador is returned safely to you, now you have no business here. It saddens me that our relationship has come to this, but you leave us no choice. I will now ask one more time that Italian ships do not come to the Gambia.</blockquote></div></div></div>"
1660,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=300,2014-12-07T21:42:00,Licata,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">To Gambia:</span><br/><br/>We will welcome home our Ambassador, know that we will not bless you with diplomatic outlets such as embassies because of this incident. Let me say this, you are protecting these criminals from justice. You speak of treating people fairly, do you think they treated my delegates fairly? No. I demand that you hand over all of the terrorists captured. <br/><br/>Consul Matteo Renzi,<br/>Consul of the Roman Republic</blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Rome</span><br/><br/>For the first time in over a thousand years, the Colosseum is to be used. A gladiatorial fight is to be broadcasted on national television tomorrow. Several convicts will be fighting to the death, for 2 Euros one could watch this historic moment."
1661,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=300,2014-12-07T21:48:00,The Greater Gambia,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To:Italy<br/><br/>Just because they are terrorist doesn't mean they aren't Gambians. We will not hand them to you just to be paraded and slaughtered in one of your gladiator fights. They shall be dealt with fairly, to make sure justice is served.</blockquote>"
1662,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=325,2014-12-07T21:50:00,Licata,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22720113#p22720113"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To:Italy<br/><br/>Just because they are terrorist doesn't mean they aren't Gambians. We will not hand them to you just to be paraded and slaughtered in one of your gladiator fights. They shall be dealt with fairly, to make sure justice is served.</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">To Gambia:</span><br/><br/>You still recognize them as your countrymen? Shameful. Their punishment should be of equal magnitude to their crimes."
1663,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=325,2014-12-08T11:34:00,Of The Rnclave,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">AN ANNOUNCEMENT</span></span><br/><br/>"" As of today, the militarism of inly has become a problem for the world and we will not tolerate such war mongering. Their threats to Gambia are unacceptable, and the USA will take up the mantle to end this. So as of today, we have ordered a closing of the Strait of Gibraltar until further notice. We ask all of NATO to take up the gauntlet on this move. This will restrict any Roman ships from leaving or entering the Strait. We hope that this will cause Italy to come to the table and discuss and end to these policies. In another announcement, the USA's healthcare system is in dire need of a overhaul, so as of today, the USA will form a new healthcare system modeled after the German and French healthcare system to better serve our people. Thank you and goodnight."
1664,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=325,2014-12-08T11:57:00,Licata,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Mare Nostrum!</span><br/><br/>By order of Matteo Renzi, consul of Italia, The Roman Navy is to increase efforts in the rescue of African Immigrants. Another fifteen ships are to join in the operations.<br/><br/>These rescued immigrants will be placed in temporary camps Southern Italy, they will work on local farms. Their pay will be subsidized by the state. A voluntary force of law enforcers will be made entirely out of these African immigrants.<br/><br/>A make shift village has been made in Trapani. This village is open specifically to the Roma Gypsy people. Renzi hopes that the Roma will flock to the village in hopes of escaping the abuse of their current nations.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Atlantic</span><br/><br/>Carrier Fleet Guiseppe waits on the coast of Gambia for the Ambassador to be delivered. They are allowing ships to pass through the brigade."
1665,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=325,2014-12-08T12:03:00,Elepis,"Following the fall of the AKP, the new CHP has begun a campaign of re-secularisation and re-nationalisation. The founder of Turkey, Ataturk believed in secularism and nationalism, which were both slowly eroded bu the decade long AKP rule, now Ataturk's former party, the CHP has begun to re-Kemalise Turkey. The first three of the new secularistaion laws are as follows (10 are expected in total).<br/><br/>Alcohol will now be allowed to be advertised on TV<br/>Alcohol will be allowed to be sold within 100 meters of Mosques<br/>Headscarves will be banned in universities, colleges and schools<br/><br/>All the laws were in place in the 90's, however when the AKP took power the relinquished them in order to make Turkey Islamist. However the AKP were forced out by rioters in 2015 and replaced by the CHP. Now Turkey is hoped by many to return to its former secularism.<br/><br/>In other news, the President has announced that:<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>""Turkey, as a NATO member fully supports America's actions against Italy. Italy has attacked an innocent nation and has begun threatening smaller nations around it."" <br/></div></blockquote>"
1666,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=325,2014-12-08T12:06:00,Licata,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Italia</span><br/><br/>In response to the USA's blockade of Gibraltar. The Roman Armed forces have blockaded US Embassies in Italia. All trade with the US is cancelled, sanctions on the US and all of their citizens have been passed. US citizens are being rounded up in order to be deported. Several US merchant vessels have been seized until further notice.<br/><br/>Rome's army is on high alert, both the Air force and the Navy are on patrol at maximum readiness.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Renzi's address to all of Italian decent.</span><br/><br/>""Good day, Italians. Those within Italia's borders and beyond. i call upon you to stand by your people and your ancestors to resist the US's ire. they've chosen to defend Gambia, who've chosen to protect terrorists from Roman justice. This is a very dangerous situation for you all, we all saw what happened to Japanese-Americans in WW2.<br/><br/>OOC: I never threatened smaller nations around me...."
1667,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=325,2014-12-08T15:29:00,Australian Antarctica,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Tibet</span></span><br/>The reconstruction of Tibet is going faster than expected. With over double the work force working on the train and roads. It is costing more than expected due to the large workforce. Mines have been employing more people and the output from most Iron mines is increasing and allowing more imports to other nations, however no deals have been reached. The military is receiving more funding as the 50 new tanks arrive. Currently the military has roughly 90 tanks and 225,000 men. Most are still deployed along the Chinese border, while a few are trying to maintain peace in pro-Chinese villages. Currently the government operates on $20,000,000 and the Economy is stabilizing. The unemployment rate has dropped to 10%."
1668,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=325,2014-12-08T16:35:00,Pimps Inc,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><hr/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/9/90/Seal_of_the_Government_of_Mexico.svg/482px-Seal_of_the_Government_of_Mexico.svg.png""/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Seal of the Government of Mexico</span></div><br/><hr/><br/><div align=""center"">To:Federal Republic of Germany<br/>From:United Mexican States<br/>Encryption:<span style=""color: #FF0000"">TOP PRIORITY</span></div><br/><hr/><br/><br/><sub>The President has departed in his own private plane and shall arrive in 1 day.We thank you for your hospitality.</sub><br/><br/>Sincerely,<br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/d/dd/EPN_Firma.png/119px-EPN_Firma.png""/><br/>Enrique Pena Nieto,President of Mexico</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><hr/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/9/90/Seal_of_the_Government_of_Mexico.svg/482px-Seal_of_the_Government_of_Mexico.svg.png""/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Seal of the Government of Mexico</span></div><br/><hr/><br/><div align=""center"">To:United States of America<br/>From:United Mexican States<br/>Encryption:<span style=""color: #FF0000"">TOP PRIORITY</span></div><br/><hr/><br/><br/><sub>The rumored possibility of a North American Union has been brought to our attention.We will gladly join,as well as allow the God's Shield in operate in Mexico.We hope you respond as soon as possible.We know you have been busy dealing with Italy,we fully support your stance and will deploy small military support if things escalate too much,which we hope they don't.</sub><br/><br/>Sincerely,<br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/d/dd/EPN_Firma.png/119px-EPN_Firma.png""/><br/>Enrique Pena Nieto,President of Mexico</blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">29 Miles Off New York City,United States of America</span><br/>The plane had departed from the airport hours ago.After the Americans had searched every inch of the plane,they had been allowed to leave,along with the other transport.They were due to arrive in the UK in a few more hours.....<br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">13 Miles from The United Kingdom</span><br/>The plane requested to land in the UK.<br/><br/><br/><br/><br/>OCC:Sorry for short post"
1669,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=325,2014-12-08T17:29:00,The Greater Gambia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Licata <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22725329#p22725329"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Mare Nostrum!</span><br/><br/>By order of Matteo Renzi, consul of Italia, The Roman Navy is to increase efforts in the rescue of African Immigrants. Another fifteen ships are to join in the operations. <br/><br/>These rescued immigrants will be placed in temporary camps Southern Italy, they will work on local farms. Their pay will be subsidized by the state. A voluntary force of law enforcers will be made entirely out of these African immigrants. <br/><br/>A make shift village has been made in Trapani. This village is open specifically to the Roma Gypsy people. Renzi hopes that the Roma will flock to the village in hopes of escaping the abuse of their current nations. <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Atlantic</span><br/><br/>Carrier Fleet Guiseppe waits on the coast of Gambia for the Ambassador to be delivered. They are allowing ships to pass through the brigade.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Banjul, The Gambia</span><br/><br/>The ambassador was moved to a tourist hotel in the capital. The ambassador was to remain their until the Italians agreed to leave the Gambia. He was allowed to walk around the premises, and all costs of the hotel would be covered by the Gambian government, but he was forbidden to leave the hotel. In case the Italians tried to take him by force, 100 soldiers were guarding the hotel.<br/><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">To: Consul Matteo Renzi</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">From: President Boro Jobateh</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Encryption: None(We have nothing to hide)</span><br/><br/>We have secured the ambassador, he is currently in Banjul and is at one of the tourist hotels. While we will not harm him, we will not hand him over until you call back your ships and cease your demands of handing over any loyalist POW's to you. These are the only terms we will accept, do not write to us any counter-proposals for they will be ignored. You must agree to these terms if you want the ambassador back. Before you think of any ""forceful"" plans to retrieve him, you would do well to remember that we have the support of America and that the Gambia is apart of the British Commonwealth, not to mention our membership in the African Union. Just remember, we offered a solution where we would work together to defeat the terrorists. You have brought this on yourself.As the Americans say, ""You shit in this bed, now you sleep in it"".</blockquote>"
1670,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=325,2014-12-08T17:33:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22729489#p22729489"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Licata <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22725329#p22725329"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Mare Nostrum!</span><br/><br/>By order of Matteo Renzi, consul of Italia, The Roman Navy is to increase efforts in the rescue of African Immigrants. Another fifteen ships are to join in the operations. <br/><br/>These rescued immigrants will be placed in temporary camps Southern Italy, they will work on local farms. Their pay will be subsidized by the state. A voluntary force of law enforcers will be made entirely out of these African immigrants. <br/><br/>A make shift village has been made in Trapani. This village is open specifically to the Roma Gypsy people. Renzi hopes that the Roma will flock to the village in hopes of escaping the abuse of their current nations. <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Atlantic</span><br/><br/>Carrier Fleet Guiseppe waits on the coast of Gambia for the Ambassador to be delivered. They are allowing ships to pass through the brigade.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Banjul, The Gambia</span><br/><br/> The ambassador was moved to a tourist hotel in the capital. The ambassador was to remain their until the Italians agreed to leave the Gambia. He was allowed to walk around the premises, and all costs of the hotel would be covered by the Gambian government, but he was forbidden to leave the hotel. In case the Italians tried to take him by force, 100 soldiers were guarding the hotel.<br/><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">To: Consul Matteo Renzi</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">From: President Boro Jobateh</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Encryption: None(We have nothing to hide)</span><br/><br/>We have secured the ambassador, he is currently in Banjul and is at one of the tourist hotels. While we will not harm him, we will not hand him over until you call back your ships and cease your demands of handing over any loyalist POW's to you. These are the only terms we will accept, do not write to us any counter-proposals for they will be ignored. You must agree to these terms if you want the ambassador back. Before you think of any ""forceful"" plans to retrieve him, you would do well to remember that we have the support of America and that the Gambia is apart of the British Commonwealth, not to mention our membership in the African Union. Just remember, we offered a solution where we would work together to defeat the terrorists. You have brought this on yourself.As the Americans say, ""You shit in this bed, now you sleep in it"".</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">TO: President Boro Jobeteh<br/>From: William Aniston<br/>Encryption: High</span><br/>We intercepted the message you sent to the ""Roman"" Consul, and agree with what you are doing. Both of us are relatively new nations that are both being bullied by a bigger nation. I would like to propose an alliance.</blockquote>"
1671,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=325,2014-12-08T18:21:00,Licata,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Rome</span><br/><br/>Following the recent actions Renzi has made the most important decision in the history of the Italian people. He decided that his former European allies truly looked down upon his people. he decided that they would've left the Italian people to die if it came to it, so he decided that he must act. He would announce his decision of national TV.<br/><br/>""Once more, Italia, I've been forced to address you. These times are tedious. All of this time. Yet, we've only seen betrayal.<br/><br/>You see, we assisted the Gambians in their rebellion. We spent nine million euros on that campaign, for what? To save Gambia. Britain spent about a million or so. Who did Gambia choose to thank? The UK. When they failed to fulfill their role in protecting our delegates, they refused to allow our task force access to eliminate the said terror group.<br/><br/>When we decided to reclaim our ancestor's title of Rome, we were excluded from many of the international unions we assisted in making.<br/><br/>What can we learn? People do not care for Italy or Rome or our word. They look down upon us, expecting to bend to their will. The Swiss say we cannot train in the Alps, the US say we cannot attack terrorists as does the UK and Turkey. I've heard reports of German troops redeploying to our border with the Swiss. The enemies are at the gates, and we shall hold. In the name of Italia and Rome we shall hold. We can see that we can trust no one.<br/><br/>We've no choice now. We must stand alone, without the will of foreigners. We've always had to deal with other nations forcing their will upon us. Let them speak to a wall of silence. They will not have their way with Italia.<br/><br/>They've chosen to not recognize us, no we will not recognize them. From this point on, we will no longer accept foreign delegates. All embassies will be closed. Immigrants, you will not be punished for the actions of other so you will have the right to chose whether to stay or go. We will only accept those we invite to our nation as immigrants.<br/><br/>Once more, I say, we shall hold! Good day Roma! Forever free from Foreign domination!""<br/><br/>[All Embassies have been closed, all borders have been closed, all troops are to be recalled to the borders.]<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Atlantic Ocean</span><br/><br/>Carrier Fleet Guiseppe was given order to make an emergency recall back to the homeland, they are to ignore the US blockade and to ram their way through if they have to. Full readiness.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">High Command</span><br/><br/><br/>All Units are to prepare for defensive operations on the borders.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Globe</span><br/><br/>Embassies in NATO and EU nations have been closed."
1672,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=325,2014-12-08T19:05:00,Pimps Inc,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Cartel Wars,Central America</span><br/><br/>The cartels were ready.A big part of them had been given a short amount of military training but the majority was only cannon fodder.They were under the command of the new ORCC department,ORganized Crime Command,an advanced department which was off the books and only known to the Cartels and four members of the Mexican government,including the President.The ORCC was under the command of ex-agent turned director,Vicente Juarez.<br/><br/>They had began to move into the country,killing the oppositions from Central American organized crime.Leaders were dealt with and massacres of those who did not join the cause are a very usual thing.The drug flow in that area were slowly annexed by the Cartels,slowly beginning to raise more money from there.The Central American governments were paid off and turned into puppets.<br/><br/>However,Juarez was not in the Americas,but in Europe.More specifically,Italy.He had to hurry in order to make it past the shutting down of the borders and went into hiding.Once Italy had been returned to its former state,he would strike.<br/><br/>Mexico also announced the formation of the 1st Armored Division,primarily armed with the old US M60 tank.The tanks are to be upgraded and renamed by the end of the month."
1673,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=325,2014-12-08T19:25:00,The Greater Gambia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22729546#p22729546"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22729489#p22729489"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Banjul, The Gambia</span><br/><br/> The ambassador was moved to a tourist hotel in the capital. The ambassador was to remain their until the Italians agreed to leave the Gambia. He was allowed to walk around the premises, and all costs of the hotel would be covered by the Gambian government, but he was forbidden to leave the hotel. In case the Italians tried to take him by force, 100 soldiers were guarding the hotel.<br/><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">To: Consul Matteo Renzi</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">From: President Boro Jobateh</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Encryption: None(We have nothing to hide)</span><br/><br/>We have secured the ambassador, he is currently in Banjul and is at one of the tourist hotels. While we will not harm him, we will not hand him over until you call back your ships and cease your demands of handing over any loyalist POW's to you. These are the only terms we will accept, do not write to us any counter-proposals for they will be ignored. You must agree to these terms if you want the ambassador back. Before you think of any ""forceful"" plans to retrieve him, you would do well to remember that we have the support of America and that the Gambia is apart of the British Commonwealth, not to mention our membership in the African Union. Just remember, we offered a solution where we would work together to defeat the terrorists. You have brought this on yourself.As the Americans say, ""You shit in this bed, now you sleep in it"".</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">TO: President Boro Jobeteh<br/>From: William Aniston<br/>Encryption: High</span><br/>We intercepted the message you sent to the ""Roman"" Consul, and agree with what you are doing. Both of us are relatively new nations that are both being bullied by a bigger nation. I would like to propose an alliance.</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To William Aniston<br/>From:President Boro Jobateh<br/><br/>We apologize for not being able to get back to you sooner. This crisis with the Italians has taken up most of our resources. We would be honored to have you as an ally of the Republic of the Gambia.</blockquote>"
1674,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=325,2014-12-08T19:37:00,Australian Antarctica,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Tibet</span></span><br/>The government is continuing revamping the nation. Their new goal is to have 90% of the nation powered by 2018. Currently 50% is powered. The project is expected to cost $5,000,000 dollars and will add 25,000 new jobs. The government has also released it's first statement regarding the Italian Crisis:<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">The government of Tibet officially denounces the actions taken against Gambia by the illegal state of Roma. This is blatant disregard for a smaller nations wishes and must not be tolerated</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">To: Gambia<br/>From: Defense Ministry, Tibet<br/>Encryption: HIGH</span><br/>We would like to send 20 of our special forces to aid you in case of attack. Would you allow a passenger plane to land loaded with my men?</blockquote>"
1675,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=325,2014-12-08T19:42:00,The Greater Gambia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22731453#p22731453"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">To: Gambia<br/>From: Defense Ministry, Tibet<br/>Encryption: HIGH</span><br/>We would like to send 20 of our special forces to aid you in case of attack. Would you allow a passenger plane to land loaded with my men?</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">From: President Jobateh of the Gambia<br/>Encryption: High<br/><br/>While we appreciate the sentiment, it is no longer necessary. The Italian warships have already left, and the Loyalist threat is being dealt with as we speak. We would, however like to offer a gift of gambian produce as a sign of friendship.</blockquote>"
1676,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=325,2014-12-08T19:56:00,The Greater Gambia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Tractors for Gambia</span><br/><br/>The first shipment of farming supplies has come in. The farming equipment will allow farmers to increase their crop output by 25%, creating a surplus. The Gambia will now be able to sell it's crops, instead of having to keep the product in order to feed the people. With the improvements being in the Western Bank LGA, the new farms will be out of reach from most attacks from the Loayalists, hopefully."
1677,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=325,2014-12-08T20:04:00,Of The Rnclave,"<blockquote><div><cite>Licata <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22730398#p22730398"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Rome</span><br/><br/>Following the recent actions Renzi has made the most important decision in the history of the Italian people. He decided that his former European allies truly looked down upon his people. he decided that they would've left the Italian people to die if it came to it, so he decided that he must act. He would announce his decision of national TV.<br/><br/>""Once more, Italia, I've been forced to address you. These times are tedious. All of this time. Yet, we've only seen betrayal.<br/><br/>You see, we assisted the Gambians in their rebellion. We spent nine million euros on that campaign, for what? To save Gambia. Britain spent about a million or so. Who did Gambia choose to thank? The UK. When they failed to fulfill their role in protecting our delegates, they refused to allow our task force access to eliminate the said terror group.<br/><br/>When we decided to reclaim our ancestor's title of Rome, we were excluded from many of the international unions we assisted in making. <br/><br/>What can we learn? People do not care for Italy or Rome or our word. They look down upon us, expecting to bend to their will. The Swiss say we cannot train in the Alps, the US say we cannot attack terrorists as does the UK and Turkey. I've heard reports of German troops redeploying to our border with the Swiss. The enemies are at the gates, and we shall hold. In the name of Italia and Rome we shall hold. We can see that we can trust no one. <br/><br/>We've no choice now. We must stand alone, without the will of foreigners. We've always had to deal with other nations forcing their will upon us. Let them speak to a wall of silence. They will not have their way with Italia. <br/><br/>They've chosen to not recognize us, no we will not recognize them. From this point on, we will no longer accept foreign delegates. All embassies will be closed. Immigrants, you will not be punished for the actions of other so you will have the right to chose whether to stay or go. We will only accept those we invite to our nation as immigrants.<br/><br/>Once more, I say, we shall hold! Good day Roma! Forever free from Foreign domination!""<br/><br/>[All Embassies have been closed, all borders have been closed, all troops are to be recalled to the borders.]<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Atlantic Ocean</span><br/><br/>Carrier Fleet Guiseppe was given order to make an emergency recall back to the homeland, they are to ignore the US blockade and to ram their way through if they have to. Full readiness. <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">High Command</span><br/><br/><br/>All Units are to prepare for defensive operations on the borders.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Globe</span><br/><br/>Embassies in NATO and EU nations have been closed.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">THE STRAITS</span></span><br/><br/>The USA's naval presence in the straits watched as the ships came into view, the site of Roman ships proved one THIGN. The Italians wanted a fight. The captain ordered all ships to land their weapons and ready the Zumwalt destroyer to ready it's rail gun, one of the four active weapons in service. The Hypersonic missiles were made ready for launch as word was sent to the ships.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">ROMAN SHIPS<br/><br/>TURN BACK NOW, COME ANY FURTHER AND YOU WILL BE FIRED UPON. THIS IS YOUR ONE AND ONLY WARNING<br/><br/>US SIXTH FLEET</blockquote>"
1678,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=325,2014-12-08T20:27:00,Licata,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">GIS Command</span><br/><br/>With the recent developments, the GIS is to turn to strictly anti terror and policing procedures, no longer will they assist other anti-terror units.<br/><br/>The ISIS has a new mission and a new facade. They are to take up the mission of avenging Rome. They will begin preparations to act against the UK, the USA, Turkey, Gambia, and Switzerland. 300 Fratelli have been assigned to the unit. They begin operating next month.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Atlantic Ocean</span><br/>In response to the US' message.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Stand down or face the mighty batteries of the Roman navy. I offer you this one chance to save the children of your men from living on without fathers. Stand down and let us pass, less you wish to shed blood.</blockquote><br/><br/>The commander orders his fleet to combat stations and orders them to lock on to the US carriers. CIWS points ready them selves for battle. The carrier air group of 18 harrier begin taking off."
1679,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=325,2014-12-08T20:28:00,The Greater Gambia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Central River LGA, The Gambia</span><br/><br/>500 troops were deployed to the Central River LGA to stop the Loyalists. The GAF (Gambian Armed Forces) deployed their new M551 Sheridans to the region to help quicken the Loyalist's defeat. Once more pilots were trained, the F-3 Phantoms would be able to supply air recon and airstrikes for the ground forces. Commander Mboge's airfield would be used as the FOB for the rest of the soldiers deployed. There were a lot of new faces at the airfield."
1680,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=325,2014-12-08T20:43:00,Licata,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Alpine Line:</span><br/><br/>The Alpine line is the recently designated defensive line for Italia's Mountain infantry. The Six Alpini regiments are joined by two new Alpini regiments formed by volunteers. The men have been deployed in very advantageous positions.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Franco-Italo Border:</span><br/><br/>Fifteen regiments line the border digging in and preparing for war. Twenty more regiments stand in reserves.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Italo-Sloven border:</span><br/><br/>Thirteen Regiments ready for an assault into Slovenia in case of war. Fifteen lie in reserve.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Southern Italian Defensive Array:</span><br/><br/>Forty Five Divisions prepare a defense system designed to repel invasion attempts. Patrol boats, patrol the coasts.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Central Italy:</span><br/><br/>By order of the Roman Consul Matteo Renzi, thirty Divisions are to be raised in the name of defending Italy from invasion.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Italy's Air Blanket:</span><br/><br/>An array of AA weapons have been setup in preparation from NATO invasion."
1681,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=325,2014-12-08T20:51:00,The Greater Gambia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Central River LGA, The Gambia</span><br/><br/>Colonel Tourey was leading an assault on one of the many convoy's coming into the Local government area. Men lied down close to the road, allowing them to get close to the troops when they exited the vehicle, allowing them to butcher the men before they could shoot. The convoy was nearing the the ambush spot.""Prepare to attack,those of you with guns, fire at the head truck."" Colonel Tourey ordered. As the head truck made it's way to the ambush spot, the loyalists opened fire. A bullet hit the driver right in the head, causing the truck to go out of control, blocking the road. The rest of the troops exited their vehicles, only to be attacked by the machete men, the soldiers never stood a chance. They were butchered within minutes. The rest of the loyalists came out of their cover to begin looting the dead for their weapons. Tourey's plan was to continue raiding convoys and villages for supplies until he had enough to pay for his rebellion and arm his men. Once this was complete, their first target, was the airfield."
1682,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=325,2014-12-09T08:02:00,Of The Rnclave,"<blockquote><div><cite>Licata <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22732123#p22732123"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">GIS Command</span><br/><br/>With the recent developments, the GIS is to turn to strictly anti terror and policing procedures, no longer will they assist other anti-terror units. <br/><br/>The ISIS has a new mission and a new facade. They are to take up the mission of avenging Rome. They will begin preparations to act against the UK, the USA, Turkey, Gambia, and Switzerland. 300 Fratelli have been assigned to the unit. They begin operating next month.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Atlantic Ocean</span><br/>In response to the US' message.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Stand down or face the mighty batteries of the Roman navy. I offer you this one chance to save the children of your men from living on without fathers. Stand down and let us pass, less you wish to shed blood.</blockquote><br/><br/>The commander orders his fleet to combat stations and orders them to lock on to the US carriers. CIWS points ready them selves for battle. The carrier air group of 18 harrier begin taking off.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The Zummwalt locked onto the capital ship of the group. Men hurriedly locked the hypersonic missiles onto the gun ships of the group as well, the men changing things and locking it in vessles. The main Aircraft carrier, the Nimitz, launched 10 F-35's, the ships zooming through the air, just outside of the airspace of the fleet. The captain picked up his radio again.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">ROMAN SHIPS<br/><br/>YOUR BATTERIES DONT STARTLE US. TURN BACK NOW AND DOCK IN ENGLAND, UPON WHICH WE WILL MAKE A TIEK FIR YOU TO CROSS THROUGH THE STRAIT. RESPOND, OR POSSIBLY WE CNA WORK OUT A DEAL SO YOU CAN PASS NOW.<br/><br/>US SIXTH FLEET</blockquote>"
1683,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=325,2014-12-09T09:47:00,Elepis,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/f/fb/Emblem_of_the_President_of_Turkey.svg/150px-Emblem_of_the_President_of_Turkey.svg.png""/></div><br/>TOP SECRET<br/>To Mr Obama <br/><br/>As I am sure you are aware, former NATO member Italy or ""Rome"" has begun threatening fellow European countries, probably aiming to recreate the Roman Empire. Understandably this has caused much concern in Turkey which was once the nucleus of the Roman Empire and its successor, Byzantium. Italy has now shown itself as a rogue state and we must teat it as such. That is why, Turkey wishes for an emergency NATO meeting in Ankara to try and coordinate our position on the many crisis's of the world.<br/><br/>Another topic for this meeting should be IS (or ISIS/ISIL). The new terrorist group has forged its own empire on the borders of Turkey and this has understandably worried the nation. The former AKP government refused to do anything to defeat the group. However, the AKP have gone and now my secular CHP party is in power. That is why I offer you the following deal.<br/><br/>. Turkish jets will begin flying sorties against IS position in both Iraq and Syria<br/>. American and NATO jets will be allowed out fly out of Turkey instead of Cyprus and Qatar<br/>. Turkey will allow Kurdish fighter in to Syria from Iraq and vise versa<br/>. Turkey will help arm and train Iraqi government forces<br/><br/>We offer you all this with one condition, the USA recognizes the sovereignty of the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus. <br/><br/>President Kemal Kılıçdaroğlu</blockquote>"
1684,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=325,2014-12-09T10:19:00,Licata,"<blockquote><div><cite>Of The Rnclave <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22735663#p22735663"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Licata <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22732123#p22732123"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">GIS Command</span><br/><br/>With the recent developments, the GIS is to turn to strictly anti terror and policing procedures, no longer will they assist other anti-terror units. <br/><br/>The ISIS has a new mission and a new facade. They are to take up the mission of avenging Rome. They will begin preparations to act against the UK, the USA, Turkey, Gambia, and Switzerland. 300 Fratelli have been assigned to the unit. They begin operating next month.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Atlantic Ocean</span><br/>In response to the US' message.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Stand down or face the mighty batteries of the Roman navy. I offer you this one chance to save the children of your men from living on without fathers. Stand down and let us pass, less you wish to shed blood.</blockquote><br/><br/>The commander orders his fleet to combat stations and orders them to lock on to the US carriers. CIWS points ready them selves for battle. The carrier air group of 18 harrier begin taking off.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The Zummwalt locked onto the capital ship of the group. Men hurriedly locked the hypersonic missiles onto the gun ships of the group as well, the men changing things and locking it in vessles. The main Aircraft carrier, the Nimitz, launched 10 F-35's, the ships zooming through the air, just outside of the airspace of the fleet. The captain picked up his radio again.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">ROMAN SHIPS<br/><br/>YOUR BATTERIES DONT STARTLE US. TURN BACK NOW AND DOCK IN ENGLAND, UPON WHICH WE WILL MAKE A TIEK FIR YOU TO CROSS THROUGH THE STRAIT. RESPOND, OR POSSIBLY WE CNA WORK OUT A DEAL SO YOU CAN PASS NOW.<br/><br/>US SIXTH FLEET</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Strait</span><br/><br/>The Roman fleet begins moving forward at full speed; guns, missiles, torpedoes, and jets ready to fight.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Our Fatherland has ordered us to return, you will not stop us. Stand aside or face the will of Rome. You have no reason to be here, you are illegally blocking a global water way. We shall hold!</blockquote>"
1685,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=325,2014-12-09T10:33:00,Of The Rnclave,"<blockquote><div><cite>Licata <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22736654#p22736654"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Of The Rnclave <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22735663#p22735663"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>The Zummwalt locked onto the capital ship of the group. Men hurriedly locked the hypersonic missiles onto the gun ships of the group as well, the men changing things and locking it in vessles. The main Aircraft carrier, the Nimitz, launched 10 F-35's, the ships zooming through the air, just outside of the airspace of the fleet. The captain picked up his radio again.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">ROMAN SHIPS<br/><br/>YOUR BATTERIES DONT STARTLE US. TURN BACK NOW AND DOCK IN ENGLAND, UPON WHICH WE WILL MAKE A TIEK FIR YOU TO CROSS THROUGH THE STRAIT. RESPOND, OR POSSIBLY WE CNA WORK OUT A DEAL SO YOU CAN PASS NOW.<br/><br/>US SIXTH FLEET</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Strait</span><br/><br/>The Roman fleet begins moving forward at full speed; guns, missiles, torpedoes, and jets ready to fight.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Our Fatherland has ordered us to return, you will not stop us. Stand aside or face the will of Rome. You have no reason to be here, you are illegally blocking a global water way. We shall hold!</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/>The Zummwalt Destroyer moved back, readying it's gun as the ships came forward. This was seen as a threat, or provoking the Carrier group. The Captain, sweat pouring down his forehead, radioed into the Naval Department.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">ROMAN SHIPS<br/><br/>WE ARE NOT BLOCKING A LEGAL WATERWAY, FOR ALL INTENSIVE PURPOSES, THE NATION OF ITALY DOES NOT EXIST. BACK AWAY NOW OR WE WILL FIRE ON YOU, WE OFFERED A DEAL SO YOU MAY ENTER, COME ANY FURTHER AND WE WILL FIRE.<br/><br/>US SIXTH FLEET</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">PERMISSION TO FIRE</span><br/><br/>ROMAN SHIPS HAVE ORDERE US TO MOVE AND ARE ATTEMPTING TO BREAK THE BLOCKADE, PERMISSION TO FIRE UPON THEM REQUESTED<br/><br/>US SIXTH FLEET</blockquote>"
1686,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=325,2014-12-09T10:49:00,Licata,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""color: red"">Top Secret</span></span><br/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.williammarshalstore.com/1040-large_default/roman-legion-maroon-gold-seal-shirt.jpg""/></div><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">"" Senātus Populusque Rōmānus""</span></span></span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">To the Government of Egypt</span></span>,<br/><br/>I would like to strengthen our bonds as two nations. Both of us can benefit from cooperation and assistance. I'd like to offer you a secret Alliance. You will have Rome's martial support. We can defend your waters. We can offer you a plethora of support. <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Matteo Renzi, Consul of Rome</span></span></blockquote>"
1687,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=350,2014-12-09T11:00:00,Licata,"<blockquote><div><cite>Of The Rnclave <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22736808#p22736808"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Licata <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22736654#p22736654"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Strait</span><br/><br/>The Roman fleet begins moving forward at full speed; guns, missiles, torpedoes, and jets ready to fight.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Our Fatherland has ordered us to return, you will not stop us. Stand aside or face the will of Rome. You have no reason to be here, you are illegally blocking a global water way. We shall hold!</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/>The Zummwalt Destroyer moved back, readying it's gun as the ships came forward. This was seen as a threat, or provoking the Carrier group. The Captain, sweat pouring down his forehead, radioed into the Naval Department.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">ROMAN SHIPS<br/><br/>WE ARE NOT BLOCKING A LEGAL WATERWAY, FOR ALL INTENSIVE PURPOSES, THE NATION OF ITALY DOES NOT EXIST. BACK AWAY NOW OR WE WILL FIRE ON YOU, WE OFFERED A DEAL SO YOU MAY ENTER, COME ANY FURTHER AND WE WILL FIRE.<br/><br/>US SIXTH FLEET</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">PERMISSION TO FIRE</span><br/><br/>ROMAN SHIPS HAVE ORDERE US TO MOVE AND ARE ATTEMPTING TO BREAK THE BLOCKADE, PERMISSION TO FIRE UPON THEM REQUESTED<br/><br/>US SIXTH FLEET</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Strait</span><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">By my ancestor's gods; Horus and Mars. I say you shall move or face Roman might. We will not stop. If you fire, we will return the favor. Move, and you shall avoid a costly battle. Less you wish to die for nothing.</blockquote><br/><br/>Twenty eight Otomat anti-ship missiles lock onto the commanding ship of the US fleet. CIWS systems ready and deck guns armed."
1688,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=350,2014-12-09T12:47:00,Licata,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Strait</span><br/><br/>Now a mile out moving at 24mph. Guns ready and crews prepared the Roman Fleet is approaching the US fleet."
1689,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=350,2014-12-09T13:23:00,The Vekta-Helghast Empire,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;"">French Republic<br/>République française</span></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://georgetown-angels.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/france-flag.jpg""/></div><br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Château de Versailles,<br/>Emergency Cabinet meeting.</span></span><br/><br/>""Monseur President, the situation is rapidly escalating, the Italians appear to be poking the Sleeping Giant, it appears they're testing how far they can push the Americans before they finally take serious action and with the recent blockade, I imagine they won't have to push much harder to find out..""<br/><br/>""I believe the Minister is right, Monseur President, the Italian and American fleets appear to be having a stand-off near the straight of Gibraltar and it's only a matter of time before one side does something stupid and we find ourselves with a major problem right on our door-step. May I advise writing to our Italian and American compatriots and attempting to defuse the situation? The last thing Europe needs right now is a war-torn Italy because we all know it shall be the other European states who are dumped with the bill and the responsibility to clean up Monseur Renzi's mess.""<br/><br/>""I agree with the Prime-Minister, if we can negotiate some sort of compromise with the Italians and the US, there's still hope of avoiding a major conflict. But you must act quickly if you are to prevent further escalation.""<br/><br/>""Fine. Hand me a pen, I shall write to them immediately - There's not a moment to waste.""<br/><br/>""Excellent decision, Monseur Hollandé.""<br/><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;"">French Republic<br/>République française</span></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://georgetown-angels.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/france-flag.jpg""/></div><br/><br/>Dear Matteo Renzi, Consul of Rome,<br/><br/>I write to you this evening in the hopes of preventing a conflict of the likes Europe hasn't seen since the early 20th Century. As I'm sure you're well aware, tensions have been incredibly high of late and we are on the brink of potentially finding ourselves with an armed conflict that Europe could do without. So I write to you, not only as a world-leader, but as a friend to beg of you to stand down, or to at least halt your current operations and to come to Paris for a meeting with myself and the U.S. President, in hopes of negotiating a successful resolution to the current crisis. I hope you make the right decision and come to the table.<br/><br/>With Regards,<br/><br/>President François Hollande.</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;"">French Republic<br/>République française</span></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://georgetown-angels.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/france-flag.jpg""/></div><br/><br/>Dear President Barrack Obama,<br/><br/>I write to you this evening in the hopes of preventing a conflict of the likes Europe hasn't seen since the early 20th Century. As I'm sure you're well aware, tensions have been incredibly high of late and we are on the brink of potentially finding ourselves with an armed conflict that Europe could do without. So I write to you, not only as a world-leader, but as a friend to beg of you to stand down, or to at least halt your current operations and to come to Paris for a meeting with myself and the Italian Consul, in hopes of negotiating a successful resolution to the current crisis. I hope you make the right decision and come to the table.<br/><br/>With Regards,<br/><br/>President François Hollande.</blockquote><br/><br/>With global tension reaching a high, the French military has been instructed to increase it's state of readiness and the French forces on the Italian border have been ordered to up security; stopping and searching every vehicle for potential contraband. The border guards have even been authorized to indefinitely hold suspicious personnel crossing the border and the National Guard based on Corsica have been ordered to be ready for immediate deployment, in the event that anything should happen."
1690,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=350,2014-12-09T13:33:00,Licata,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""color: red"">Top Secret</span></span><br/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.williammarshalstore.com/1040-large_default/roman-legion-maroon-gold-seal-shirt.jpg""/></div><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">"" Senātus Populusque Rōmānus""</span></span></span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">To the Government of France</span></span>,<br/><br/>I'll have you know that it is the US who are pushing the conflict by blocking off an entire sea route. They've positioned a fleet to prevent my navies from moving in water that we've right to pass, as a Mediterranean power you should feel threatened by the US' actions. We will not halt the Guiseppes movement for it has been given top priority orders to recall to Roman seas. <br/><br/>I will send a delegate to Paris.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Matteo Renzi, Consul of Rome</span></span></blockquote>"
1691,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=350,2014-12-09T13:38:00,The Vekta-Helghast Empire,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;"">French Republic<br/>République française</span></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://georgetown-angels.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/france-flag.jpg""/></div><br/><br/>Dear Matteo Renzi, Consul of Rome,<br/><br/>Please, we are not trying to place blame - We have sent a similar message to the United States; we simply wish to see the restoration of normal diplomatic relations between both our fellow Europeans and the United States, for it is through mutual co-operation that we maintain both our economic standing and our national-defence capabilities. We all play an equally important role in these things and must not allow diplomatic incidents such as these to divide us when we most need to stand together.<br/><br/>With Regards,<br/><br/>President François Hollande.</blockquote>"
1692,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=350,2014-12-09T14:00:00,Licata,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""color: red"">Top Secret</span></span><br/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.williammarshalstore.com/1040-large_default/roman-legion-maroon-gold-seal-shirt.jpg""/></div><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">"" Senātus Populusque Rōmānus""</span></span></span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">To the Government of France</span></span>,<br/><br/>These Americans, have had their way with Europe for too long. As a whole we must separate. They've proven their lack of willingness to cooperate and respect us. European nations should learn how to stand on their own. The axis of power has left Europe behind, once more it shall be our time to dictate the fate of our people. <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Matteo Renzi, Consul of Rome</span></span></blockquote>"
1693,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=350,2014-12-09T14:10:00,Lingria,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""color: red"">Top Secret</span></span><br/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.belarusguide.com/images/statehood/belxxx.gif""/></div><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">"" Насельніцтва Беларусі ""</span></span></span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">To the Government of Roma</span></span>,<br/><br/>Peoples of Rome we wish that our nation enclose in a military alliance,We know that your government has had bad times with terrorist threats and we support you blockade of Gambia and support you claims that the U.S. is a warmonger we hope that this is a new era for Eastern Europe and Roma<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Mizenov Zaitsev , Advisor of Minsk</span></span></blockquote>"
1694,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=350,2014-12-09T15:00:00,The Vekta-Helghast Empire,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;"">French Republic<br/>République française</span></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://georgetown-angels.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/france-flag.jpg""/></div><br/><br/>To the governments of: Algeria, Tunisia, Ivory Coast, Benin, Mali, Guinea, Mauritania, Niger, Senegal, Burkina Faso, Togo, Senegal, Nigeria, Gambia, Chad, Central African Republic, Congo, Gabon, Cameroon, Sao Tome and Principe, Mauritius, Dijibouti, the Scattered Islands, Laos, Cambodia, Vietnam and Syria.<br/><br/>Dear leaders,<br/><br/>I write to you this evening in the hopes of uniting our peoples under one banner, in a similar manner to that of the British Commonwealth; a military and economic alliance aimed at ensuring the security of France's ex-colonial possessions as well as the nation of France itself. For we share a bond like no other, we have served side-by-side through thick and thin and we believe that it is of grave importance that such co-operation continues, only this time as a partnership, rather than an overlord-ship, with all nations having an equal say in the commonwealth. We shall also hold an annual sporting tournament, to encourage the strengthening of bonds between our people as well as our politicians. I understand that many of you have domestic issues, troubles within your borders in dire need of sorting and we as a union will be able to aid in the fixing of such issues; whether they be due to civil unrest or as simple as poverty, together we can overcome these problems and together we shall have a much stronger voice on the world-stage. I hope that you get back to me soon and I hope that you'll join me in Paris in a month's time to further discuss the topic.<br/><br/>With Regards,<br/><br/>President François Hollande.</blockquote>"
1695,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=350,2014-12-09T15:04:00,The Greater Gambia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Banjul, The Gambia</span><br/><br/><br/>With the Italian warships gone, life was beginning to turn back to normal. The farmers were growing more then they ever thought was possible thanks to the new equipment, and the streets were quieter due to most of the children being in their new and improved schools. All was well with the Coastal areas of the Gambia. The same could not be said for the inland areas. With poverty still abound and a deteriorating situation in the Central River LGA, the Gambia was stuck on the side of the road to prosperity. word of ethnic strife in the Central River had also begun to spread among the population, while this worried most, some had decided to join the Loyalists based on their racist views. It is estimated that about 100 people in Banjul left to join the fight. Numbers from other regions are unknown. All that's for certain, the Loyalists were becoming a bigger threat."
1696,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=350,2014-12-09T15:37:00,The United States of North Amerigo,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center"">To the United States of America, Lockheed Martin</div><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.united-states-flag.com/media/catalog/product/cache/1/small_image/175x/9df78eab33525d08d6e5fb8d27136e95/F/L/FLGFI4I1000011510_-00_Finland-4-x-6-Cotton-Stick-Flag_4.jpg""/></div><br/><br/>Dear Marrillyn Hewson, Chuck Hagel<br/><br/>In light of recent events the Finnish airforce has decided instead of refurbishing it's currently existing models of fighter aircraft (F-18C/D) that it would acquire a totally new, more capable, fifth generation fighter, the F-35 (Alpha Model). The Finnish airforce F-18C/Ds are no longer a capable asset for aerial combat nor strike/air to ground sorties. Thus the Finnish parliament has approved a request to Lockheed Martin to purchase 45 F-35A Lightning IIs in order to replenish the combat capabilities of the Finnish airforce.</blockquote>"
1697,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=350,2014-12-09T15:45:00,Australian Antarctica,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Tibet-China Border</span></span><br/>As more and more soldiers arrived daily and are formed into units, more bunkers are needed. A project is formed to fortify the Chinese border, it is slated to cost $5,000,000,000 and create 10,000 new civilian jobs. Military leaders are also unofficially working on a plan in case of the unlikely event that Tibet is re-invaded by China.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Lhasa, Tibet</span></span><br/>William Aniston sat behind a desk, writing a letter to the leaders of France and Britain<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">To: France<br/>From: Tibetan Government</span><br/>We would like to form an alliance. It would prove valuable to my nation, and to yours. We would have a strong ally, and you would have an ally close to China. Please consider this opportunity.</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">To: Britain<br/>From: Tibet</span><br/>We would like to extend our gratitude for your help in the war for independence and would like to allow you to build a base in our nation. It cannot exceed 50,000 men however.</blockquote>"
1698,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=350,2014-12-09T15:49:00,Of The Rnclave,"<blockquote><div><cite>Licata <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22738348#p22738348"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Strait</span><br/><br/>Now a mile out moving at 24mph. Guns ready and crews prepared the Roman Fleet is approaching the US fleet.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The US ships parted, letting the warships through. The Defense dart meant had been ordered to allow the ships to pass. After they allowed the Italian ships to pass they had been ordered to blockade the strait until a decision was made between Rome and America.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">AN ECONOMIC BOOM</span></span><br/><br/>Changes to the economy had resulted in a boom, the reforms passed by the new congress had brought a new age of prosperity perhaps. This boom had allowed for better funds to the poorer class, and a rising GDP has brought prosperity to the middle class.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">POPULISM</span></span><br/><br/>Patrick Edwards, the Democratic Party candidate for the 2016 presidential election, was recently in a debate, stated the new economic system he intended to implement upon election. He stated: ""Many have come to call Populism as 'the creation of a welfare state on steroids', when in actuality it is the desire to build a truly free market, where competition thrives. If I had to sum it up in two words I would call it 'Democratic Economics,' the idea that people should have a say in their economy not just a privileged few.""<br/><br/>Edwards went on to state that at its core, Populism is more of a combination of Keynesian economics, Huey Long populism, and Rooseveltian economic stimulus; with three basic tenets:<br/><br/>1: High Taxation on the richest percentage of the population, very low taxes on the middle and lower classes. Rate of taxation is subject to change based on economic status (i.e. lower taxes during recessions, higher taxes during economic booms)<br/><br/>2: All privately owned non-freelance businesses must be employee owned with a democratically elected management. (This doesn't require labor unions)<br/><br/>3: Use of public funds to provide for basic human needs, while permitting private sector competition. i.e. Health-insurance, housing, retirement benefits, etc. (These are to be the most essential requirements that encourage people to opt for better private sector options)""<br/><br/>The Role of the Government in my system-<br/><br/>In a populist system, the government does not prohibit private property or prevent individuals from working where they please. The government imposes a living wage that every firm must abide by as well as health and safety standards, however it does not directly control what prices they will charge for their products.<br/><br/>The government carries out a number of economic functions, such as issuing money, supervising public utilities and enforcing private contracts. There are competition laws that prohibit monopolies and cartels from forming, and laws encouraging start-ups and new competition. Public utilities (e.g. electricity, water, waste management, communications) are in some cases administered by the government, however in most cases the government simply funds home-based or nano-utilities that allow the individual to be self sufficient, while managing the collective meta-grid that forms from these various nano-grids.<br/><br/>Government agencies regulate the standards of service in the industries, such as food quality, consumer safety, as well as financing a wide range of programs. In addition, the government regulates the flow of capital and uses financial tools such as the interest rate to control factors such as inflation and unemployment. Ultimately the goal of the government's action in the economy is maintain the principle of perfect competition, which was ultimately hindered under 20th Century Capitalism.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">A MEGA CITY</span></span><br/><br/>Construction of the Detroit Mega city has been going along well, the city and the surrounding region now runs completely on solar and hydroelectric power. Bt he roads of the city have been completely replaced and fixed, along with construction on the Skelton of the first skyscraper has begun, as well as construction of a better trash and water system in combination with fixing all buildings in the city."
1699,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=350,2014-12-09T15:53:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><br/>To: USA<br/>From: Tibet<br/>Encryption: High</span><br/>We would like to form an economic and military alliance with your nation. We produce Iron, Coal, and have Chinese technology to sell. You can also build bases in our nation to keep tabs on the Chinese.</blockquote>"
1700,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=350,2014-12-09T15:56:00,Of The Rnclave,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22740586#p22740586"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><br/>To: USA<br/>From: Tibet<br/>Encryption: High</span><br/>We would like to form an economic and military alliance with your nation. We produce Iron, Coal, and have Chinese technology to sell. You can also build bases in our nation to keep tabs on the Chinese.</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Tibet<br/>USA<br/><br/>We agree to your proposal and would like to open wider trade lanes with your nation, as well as an alliance</blockquote>"
1701,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=350,2014-12-09T16:00:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Of The Rnclave <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22740618#p22740618"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22740586#p22740586"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><br/>To: USA<br/>From: Tibet<br/>Encryption: High</span><br/>We would like to form an economic and military alliance with your nation. We produce Iron, Coal, and have Chinese technology to sell. You can also build bases in our nation to keep tabs on the Chinese.</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Tibet<br/>USA<br/><br/>We agree to your proposal and would like to open wider trade lanes with your nation, as well as an alliance</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">To: USA<br/>From: Tibet</span><br/>We can export 2 tons of raw Iron a month and can allow you to build 2 bases with a total of 100,000 man at a time</blockquote>"
1702,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=350,2014-12-09T16:17:00,Mifan,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Military</span><br/><br/>Due to the recent increase of tensions between the United States and Italy, the state of readiness have increased. The navy is now patrolling the coast of Egypt, along with the Coast Guard, to watch for any threats that may arise in the area. However, most of the Air Force and Army are still focusing on the ISIS threat in the Sinai. The 414th and 222nd, along with the 6th Mechanized Division, were able to recapture the city of Hasna from ISIS forces.<br/><br/>The ISIS forces retreated back to the city of Al 'Arish, their last stronghold in Egypt. Security Forces and Army Divisions chased ISIS to the city and prepared to assault the city in a bloody fight. So far, only skirmishes on the outskirts of the city has occurred, as the Air Force is hitting the city in order to weaken the defenses that were set up. The ISIS Fighters were ready to defend their last position to the death, in order to keep the Egyptian Forces from reclaiming the area.<br/><br/>The Republican Guard, a force of 24,000, was expected to see a increase of troop strength. It would have at least 30,000 soldiers in it, in order to defend the capital and the government better.<br/><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: <span style=""font-style: italic"">Consul Matteo Renzi </span><br/>From: <span style=""font-style: italic"">Acting President Ibrahim Mahlab </span><br/>Encryption: Top Secret<br/>On behalf of Egypt, we reluctantly accept your offer. But in order for such alliance to work, we ask that you end your conflict with the Americans peacefully before the situation gets any worse.</blockquote>"
1703,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=350,2014-12-09T17:06:00,The Greater Gambia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Central River LGA, The Gambia</span><br/><br/>The GAF had made it's first victories since being deployed to the central river. The village of Songo was being used as a loyalist base of operations. It was the biggest Loyalist stronghold, excluding the village of Jenba. Unfortunately for the loyalists, their Kalashnikov's and machetes were no match for the Sheridans of the GAF. The first sight of the light tanks made most of the defenders lay down their weapons and surrender, the ones who refused didn't fare so well. The attack was lead by Commander Mboge, who had been itching for a chance to leave the airfield and get into the action.He was looking over the POW's when one of the soldiers ran out of one of the houses and yelled for him.""Sir, You better take a look at this!"" The soldier shouted. Commander Mboge followed the soldier into the house to see maps and papers all over the place. One paper caught his eye. It detailed the plans for another attack on an embassy, this time the British. Another one told that the loyalists were raiding villages and murdering and kidnapping people of non-mandinka descent and selling them into slavery and/or prostitution.""Pack up everything and send it to Banjul, they'll want to see this."" Mboge said.<br/><br/><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/d/d4/Coat_of_arms_of_The_Gambia.svg/526px-Coat_of_arms_of_The_Gambia.svg.png""/></div><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Warning to All Countries with Embassies in the Gambia</span> <br/><br/>We have gathered evidence that the Jammeh regime Loyalists are planning another terrorist attack on the British Embassy. We are currently doing everything we can to stop these terrorists, we will be increasing security at all embassies in the country. If you wish to evacuate all diplomatic personnel from the country for the time being, we will not hold it against you. <br/><br/>From: The Gambian Ministry of Foriegn Relations Minister David Songohar.</blockquote><br/><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">To: Commander Mboge</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">From: President Boro Jobateh</span><br/><br/>Your recent discovery of the loyalist plot has saved many lives. Because of this, along with your outstanding leadership during the Civil War, I have decided to award you the rank of general and in charge of GAF troops in the Central River LGA. We expect great things from you, don't let me down.</blockquote>"
1704,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=350,2014-12-09T19:04:00,The Greater Gambia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Jenba</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Central River LGA</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Gambia</span><br/><br/>Colonel Tourey took a long drag of his cigar. He was in a rare, happy mood. Mostly because he had not received word that Songo had fallen. His bliss was interrupted by one of his soldiers.""Colonel, some toubab is here to speak with you. What shall we do?"" Colonel Tourey's mood darkened. He sat down in a chair and cocked his pistol. ""Let him in, I'm in a generous mood."""
1705,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=350,2014-12-09T19:16:00,The North German Commonwealth,"TIRANA, REPUBLIC OF ALBANIA:<br/>The government of Albania had meet in The Parliament Building with the government of Kosovo to negotiate a possible union between the 2 Albanian countries. However, one major challenge stood in the way: Serbia. If Kosovo and Albania did unite, Serbia would no doubt lash out. Knowing this, Albania had a plan. A plan so secret, it had the best security in the nation. So secret that very few people knew of it. It was a Scorched Earth tactic at it's finest. A plan to lure Serbia's troops in, and unleash the ultimate weapon on them: Disease. The entire Serbian army would be consumed by deadly diseases, too weak to fight as Albania crushed them under advanced disease protection. It was a deadly, evil plan, that would have severe political backlash if any nation ever found out. However, the plan was formed in a way so that from the outside, most would think it had been a freak accident. If that plan failed, Albania had a Plan B: allies. They had come up with a plan to invite 3 small nations to a conference with Albania, to form a G4. The nations considered were Ireland, Gambia, and Switzerland. North Korea was rejected as it was a socialist dictatorship. President Bujar Nishani quickly sent a letter to Ireland, Gambia, and Switzerland.<br/><br/>OFFICIAL TRANSMISSION OF THE REPUBLIC OF ALBANIA<br/>To: The Honorable Nations of Ireland, Gambia, and Switzerland<br/>From: President Bujar Nishani of The Republic of Albania<br/>Most honorable nations, The Republic of Albania wishes to invite all of you to a meeting in Tirana to discuss an alliance of small nations. For to long, the bigger nations have pushed us around, but no more! We shall unite and take a bigger place in the world! However, our biggest threats are closer to home. For Gambia and Switzerland, Italy, or Rome, is a threat. For Albania, Serbia is the threat. For Ireland, this so-called Irish ""Republican"" Army is a threat. The terms of the alliance are to be decided, but a defense pact and elimination of trade tariffs between members is a given. I hope to see all of you in Tirana in 1 week's time.<br/>END TRANSMISSION"
1706,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=350,2014-12-09T19:16:00,Zatak,"The man wore the same clothes as he did in China. A feeling of nerve came to those who saw his face as he walked slowly to the room. the first thing heard shoes clicking with each step like the sound of a wisp in the night as those who knew of him could only stop and stare at him in fear and amazement like he was some angel or even a demon sent to break the chains that held these people there for so long.<br/><br/>The man entered the room to reveal the most unlikely person to come.... Johnathon bell was worth 50 million and was already a enemy of the state in Gambia among others but many believe he died during the IRA wars or trying to escape but here he was smiling at the general. The man wore the same fine black coat and pants with grey dress shoes and a grey scarf as he was famous for.<br/><br/>A silence fell in the room before he took a seat before smiling,""The pleasure is great to meet a man of your standard.... My name is Johnathon bell if you had not noticed.... i was on my way to France when i heard of you guys and your causes and decided to drop by and show my support and offer my help', Johnathon said as he got strait to business not even giving a proper hello or anything just business expecting to get a gun to the head in about four to six second from now."
1707,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=350,2014-12-09T19:23:00,The Greater Gambia,"<blockquote><div><cite>ZATAK <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22743058#p22743058"">wrote</a>:</cite>The man wore the same clothes as he did in China. A feeling of nerve came to those who saw his face as he walked slowly to the room. the first thing heard shoes clicking with each step like the sound of a wisp in the night as those who knew of him could only stop and stare at him in fear and amazement like he was some angel or even a demon sent to break the chains that held these people there for so long.<br/><br/>The man entered the room to reveal the most unlikely person to come.... Johnathon bell was worth 50 million and was already a enemy of the state in Gambia among others but many believe he died during the IRA wars or trying to escape but here he was smiling at the general. The man wore the same fine black coat and pants with grey dress shoes and a grey scarf as he was famous for.<br/><br/>A silence fell in the room before he took a seat before smiling,""The pleasure is great to meet a man of your standard.... My name is Johnathon bell if you had not noticed.... i was on my way to France when i heard of you guys and your causes and decided to drop by and show my support and offer my help', Johnathon said as he got strait to business not even giving a proper hello or anything just business expecting to get a gun to the head in about four to six second from now.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The Colonel took another drag of his cigar.""Well ain't this some shit. Johnathon Bell, ""The Brit Killer"". Your reputation precedes you. Tell me, what brings you to my little slice of paradise? Surely there are places that are in far more need of your....expertise in this god forsaken continent of ours."" The Colonel gripped his gun harder."
1708,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=350,2014-12-09T19:28:00,Zatak,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22743161#p22743161"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>ZATAK <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22743058#p22743058"">wrote</a>:</cite>The man wore the same clothes as he did in China. A feeling of nerve came to those who saw his face as he walked slowly to the room. the first thing heard shoes clicking with each step like the sound of a wisp in the night as those who knew of him could only stop and stare at him in fear and amazement like he was some angel or even a demon sent to break the chains that held these people there for so long.<br/><br/>The man entered the room to reveal the most unlikely person to come.... Johnathon bell was worth 50 million and was already a enemy of the state in Gambia among others but many believe he died during the IRA wars or trying to escape but here he was smiling at the general. The man wore the same fine black coat and pants with grey dress shoes and a grey scarf as he was famous for.<br/><br/>A silence fell in the room before he took a seat before smiling,""The pleasure is great to meet a man of your standard.... My name is Johnathon bell if you had not noticed.... i was on my way to France when i heard of you guys and your causes and decided to drop by and show my support and offer my help', Johnathon said as he got strait to business not even giving a proper hello or anything just business expecting to get a gun to the head in about four to six second from now.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The Colonel took another drag of his cigar.""Well ain't this some shit. Johnathon Bell, ""The Brit Killer"". Your reputation precedes you. Tell me, what brings you to my little slice of paradise? Surely there are places that are in far more need of your....expertise in this god forsaken continent of ours."" The Colonel gripped his gun harder.</div></blockquote><br/>""So i still have a name to myself? Brit killer.... i have been travelling around places ever since the IRA failed and collapsed..... luckily i have my own group to use for my purposes and when i heard of you loyalists i knew i had to come and try to help you as best i could. I had a lot of connections to the old government and now i am wanted here like in most other places so i decided to stop by and offer my skill to your men maybe train them a bit and make them a real fighting force"", Johnathon said as he took a sip from his water almost surprised he did not have a gun at the side of his head with someone trying to claim his reward money."
1709,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=350,2014-12-09T19:38:00,The Greater Gambia,"<blockquote><div><cite>ZATAK <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22743223#p22743223"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22743161#p22743161"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>The Colonel took another drag of his cigar.""Well ain't this some shit. Johnathon Bell, ""The Brit Killer"". Your reputation precedes you. Tell me, what brings you to my little slice of paradise? Surely there are places that are in far more need of your....expertise in this god forsaken continent of ours."" The Colonel gripped his gun harder.</div></blockquote><br/>""So i still have a name to myself? Brit killer.... i have been travelling around places ever since the IRA failed and collapsed..... luckily i have my own group to use for my purposes and when i heard of you loyalists i knew i had to come and try to help you as best i could. I had a lot of connections to the old government and now i am wanted here like in most other places so i decided to stop by and offer my skill to your men maybe train them a bit and make them a real fighting force"", Johnathon said as he took a sip from his water almost surprised he did not have a gun at the side of his head with someone trying to claim his reward money.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""It's not just your reputation, it's the huge bounty the toubabs placed on you. A lot of people here could use 50 million dollars. Tell me why I shouldn't just take your head right now?"" The Colonel said, trying to gain leverage of the situation."
1710,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=350,2014-12-09T19:43:00,Zatak,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22743390#p22743390"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>ZATAK <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22743223#p22743223"">wrote</a>:</cite>""So i still have a name to myself? Brit killer.... i have been travelling around places ever since the IRA failed and collapsed..... luckily i have my own group to use for my purposes and when i heard of you loyalists i knew i had to come and try to help you as best i could. I had a lot of connections to the old government and now i am wanted here like in most other places so i decided to stop by and offer my skill to your men maybe train them a bit and make them a real fighting force"", Johnathon said as he took a sip from his water almost surprised he did not have a gun at the side of his head with someone trying to claim his reward money.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""It's not just your reputation, it's the huge bounty the toubabs placed on you. A lot of people here could use 50 million dollars. Tell me why I shouldn't just take your head right now?"" The Colonel said, trying to gain leverage of the situation.</div></blockquote><br/>I understand that but the reason why you shouldn't is Because in 3 minutes i can reveal your location to the world while having forty men hunting you down and taking your testicles in 5.. want to know what happens at 10 minutes in to this all? I only come to help you gain victory since your men seem to have some of the worst leadership i have ever seen... and im from Ireland!', Johnathon said with a sinister laugh as he glared at the soldier in the room before taking out his gun and popping one in his head yawning.<br/><br/>After which he reached and grabbed a knife before..... ""Taking his head"" and giving it to the man in front of him all with a emotionless face before putting the knife and gun away the blood splattered on his face, hands and clothes as it leaks onto the floor and table......"
1711,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=350,2014-12-09T19:57:00,Licata,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Strait</span><br/><br/>Carrier group Guiseppe passes through the US blockade, firing off flares in celebration.<br/><br/>The fleet blares the anthem of Italia.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Mediterranean</span><br/><br/>Carrier group Cavour sets off for the Persian Gulf. 1 carrier and 8 escorts.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Sicily</span><br/><br/>Thirty Thousand men stand ready to rapidly redeploy to Egypt if called to war.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""color: red"">Top Secret</span><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.williammarshalstore.com/1040-large_default/roman-legion-maroon-gold-seal-shirt.jpg""/></div><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">"" Senātus Populusque Rōmānus""</span></span></span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">To the Government of Egypt</span></span>,<br/><br/>The situation with the Imperialistic dogs of the US has ended. We are ready to deploy thirty thousand to assist in your conflicts. We would like to offer you access to our markets, no tax.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Matteo Renzi, Consul of Rome</span></span></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""color: red"">Top Secret</span><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.williammarshalstore.com/1040-large_default/roman-legion-maroon-gold-seal-shirt.jpg""/></div><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">"" Senātus Populusque Rōmānus""</span></span></span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">To the Government of Belarus</span></span>,<br/><br/>We accept your proposed alliance with great gusto. We would like to offer you access to our markets, no tax.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Matteo Renzi, Consul of Rome</span></span></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""color: red"">Top Secret</span><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.williammarshalstore.com/1040-large_default/roman-legion-maroon-gold-seal-shirt.jpg""/></div><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">"" Senātus Populusque Rōmānus""</span></span></span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">To the Government of China</span></span>,<br/><br/>We are at odds with Europe and seek an economic ally. We would like you to begin advertising Italy's tourist destination in your nation. We will subsidize 15% of the airfare price. We can both benefit. <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Matteo Renzi, Consul of Rome</span></span></blockquote>"
1712,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=375,2014-12-09T20:05:00,The Greater Gambia,"<blockquote><div><cite>ZATAK <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22743470#p22743470"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22743390#p22743390"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""It's not just your reputation, it's the huge bounty the toubabs placed on you. A lot of people here could use 50 million dollars. Tell me why I shouldn't just take your head right now?"" The Colonel said, trying to gain leverage of the situation.</div></blockquote><br/>I understand that but the reason why you shouldn't is Because in 3 minutes i can reveal your location to the world while having forty men hunting you down and taking your testicles in 5.. want to know what happens at 10 minutes in to this all? I only come to help you gain victory since your men seem to have some of the worst leadership i have ever seen... and im from Ireland!', Johnathon said with a sinister laugh as he glared at the soldier in the room before taking out his gun and popping one in his head yawning.<br/><br/>After which he reached and grabbed a knife before..... ""Taking his head"" and giving it to the man in front of him all with a emotionless face before putting the knife and gun away the blood splattered on his face, hands and clothes as it leaks onto the floor and table......</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Tourey was a little unnerved by what he just saw. He had done the same thing on multiple occasions, but the way he did it, the apathetic look in his eye. Tourey wasn't dealing with a Psychopath, he was dealing with Satan himself. If Tourey was going to keep his grasp on his power, he would have to eliminate him as soon as possible. But for now, he would let him train his troops. Might as well gain something from him besides his bounty. Tourey laughed, trying to hide his hatred for the man.""It appears I was mistaken, fine, I'll allow you to train my troops. You will be given safe harbor while you are here."" Another soldier walked in, unfortunately, he was the bearer of bad news. He was immediately having second thoughts about entering the room when he saw the bloody head on the desk.""...Sir.....The village of Songo was attacked....they brought tanks, there was nothing we could do...."" The man said, sweating profusely."
1713,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=375,2014-12-09T20:09:00,Zatak,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22743757#p22743757"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>ZATAK <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22743470#p22743470"">wrote</a>:</cite>I understand that but the reason why you shouldn't is Because in 3 minutes i can reveal your location to the world while having forty men hunting you down and taking your testicles in 5.. want to know what happens at 10 minutes in to this all? I only come to help you gain victory since your men seem to have some of the worst leadership i have ever seen... and im from Ireland!', Johnathon said with a sinister laugh as he glared at the soldier in the room before taking out his gun and popping one in his head yawning.<br/><br/>After which he reached and grabbed a knife before..... ""Taking his head"" and giving it to the man in front of him all with a emotionless face before putting the knife and gun away the blood splattered on his face, hands and clothes as it leaks onto the floor and table......</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Tourey was a little unnerved by what he just saw. He had done the same thing on multiple occasions, but the way he did it, the apathetic look in his eye. Tourey wasn't dealing with a Psychopath, he was dealing with Satan himself. If Tourey was going to keep his grasp on his power, he would have to eliminate him as soon as possible. But for now, he would let him train his troops. Might as well gain something from him besides his bounty. Tourey laughed, trying to hide his hatred for the man.""It appears I was mistaken, fine, I'll allow you to train my troops. You will be given safe harbor while you are here."" Another soldier walked in, unfortunately, he was the bearer of bad news. He was immediately having second thoughts about entering the room when he saw the bloody head on the desk.""...Sir.....The village of Songo was attacked....they brought tanks, there was nothing we could do...."" The man said, sweating profusely.</div></blockquote><br/>""Who was left alive.... whoever was bring them outside this building now if they are here as for you general do not worry about your men... you take a vacation and let me deal with them"", Johnathon said as he stood up from his seat and merely walked away outside the building where he stood patiently hoping that some of them survived so that he could get his message out to these men from the start that he was different and not ready to have them fall to a few old day tanks."
1714,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=375,2014-12-09T20:21:00,The Greater Gambia,"<blockquote><div><cite>ZATAK <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22743810#p22743810"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22743757#p22743757"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Tourey was a little unnerved by what he just saw. He had done the same thing on multiple occasions, but the way he did it, the apathetic look in his eye. Tourey wasn't dealing with a Psychopath, he was dealing with Satan himself. If Tourey was going to keep his grasp on his power, he would have to eliminate him as soon as possible. But for now, he would let him train his troops. Might as well gain something from him besides his bounty. Tourey laughed, trying to hide his hatred for the man.""It appears I was mistaken, fine, I'll allow you to train my troops. You will be given safe harbor while you are here."" Another soldier walked in, unfortunately, he was the bearer of bad news. He was immediately having second thoughts about entering the room when he saw the bloody head on the desk.""...Sir.....The village of Songo was attacked....they brought tanks, there was nothing we could do...."" The man said, sweating profusely.</div></blockquote><br/>""Who was left alive.... whoever was bring them outside this building now if they are here as for you general do not worry about your men... you take a vacation and let me deal with them"", Johnathon said as he stood up from his seat and merely walked away outside the building where he stood patiently hoping that some of them survived so that he could get his message out to these men from the start that he was different and not ready to have them fall to a few old day tanks.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Camouflaged position outside of the village</span><br/><br/>Malik Taal's fire team had been sent to scout out the village, they were ordered not to engage unless they had to.""What do you see Amat?"" Malik asked. Amat looked through the scope of his sniper rifle.""Nothing, one of the soldiers just went into the building, no sign of the toubab, sir."" Amat answered.<br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Jenba</span><br/><br/>""Go on, go get them!"" The Colonel ordered. The soldier, glad he left there with his life, gathered the five survivors from the fight. They all had varying injuries ranging from minor scratches to broken arms."
1715,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=375,2014-12-09T20:37:00,Zatak,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22743974#p22743974"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>ZATAK <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22743810#p22743810"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Who was left alive.... whoever was bring them outside this building now if they are here as for you general do not worry about your men... you take a vacation and let me deal with them"", Johnathon said as he stood up from his seat and merely walked away outside the building where he stood patiently hoping that some of them survived so that he could get his message out to these men from the start that he was different and not ready to have them fall to a few old day tanks.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Camouflaged position outside of the village</span><br/><br/>Malik Taal's fire team had been sent to scout out the village, they were ordered not to engage unless they had to.""What do you see Amat?"" Malik asked. Amat looked through the scope of his sniper rifle.""Nothing, one of the soldiers just went into the building, no sign of the toubab, sir."" Amat answered.<br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Jenba</span><br/><br/>""Go on, go get them!"" The Colonel ordered. The soldier, glad he left there with his life, gathered the five survivors from the fight. They all had varying injuries ranging from minor scratches to broken arms.</div></blockquote><br/>Johnathon Walked up to the men as he exited the building looking at these men he knew that they did not run out of fear but fought till the end which surprised him for the most part and while normally he would pop a bullet into they're balls by now he decided that they had a use. He came here only a few hours ago via private plane and he knew what these men must of been going through as he saw the destruction from the sky of the recent civil war against them and they're true government.....<br/><br/>""Gentlemen.. all of you here even those who did not fight.... Every gun that is made, every warship launched, every rocket fired, signifies in the final sense a theft from those who hunger and are not fed, those who are cold and are not clothed. Beautiful that war and all its deeds of carnage must in time be utterly lost, That the hands of the sisters Death and Night incessantly softly wash again, and ever again, this soil'd world; For my enemy is dead, a man as divine as myself is dead, I look where he lies white-faced and still in the coffin -- I draw near, Bend down and touch lightly with my lips the white face in the coffin.<br/><br/>You all fight for a purpose and that purpose is the government that was taken from you by a group of savage men and some Italian guys. Those who ignore history's lessons in the ultimate folly of war are forced to do more than relive them ... they may be forced to die by them. the path that history has set for us is that we will die fighting for something and while we may have different goals you and i we all share that sense of passion that will drive us forward which is why i came here to the lovely nation of Gambia to help you men find your path and take up arms against those who strike at you with daggers and arrows.<br/><br/>The tragedy of modern war is not so much that the young men die but that they die fighting each other--instead of their real enemies back home in the capitals. The enemies you face are not the soldiers you fight but they're leaders and when leaders need to be defeated you must make them crumble in fear. The new enemy are all those who oppose you be them armed or not. They will turn the hands of fate into the direction of you and as such you must prepare to kill your countrymen for the greater good or perish by them under a flame of failure and agony.<br/><br/>The five men here.... tell us what forces they have in this city after which we will begin to turn you into a fighting force that will burn the corpses of this government in the center of the capital now who is with me to kill these sons of a bitch and send them back to hell!"", Said Johnathon raised a nearby AK-47 and held it in the air trying to gain the respect of his men and gain a bit of a moral boost knowing damn well that he was being watched from a far yet by who he i not know...."
1716,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=375,2014-12-09T20:55:00,The Greater Gambia,"<blockquote><div><cite>ZATAK <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22744146#p22744146"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22743974#p22743974"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Camouflaged position outside of the village</span><br/><br/>Malik Taal's fire team had been sent to scout out the village, they were ordered not to engage unless they had to.""What do you see Amat?"" Malik asked. Amat looked through the scope of his sniper rifle.""Nothing, one of the soldiers just went into the building, no sign of the toubab, sir."" Amat answered.<br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Jenba</span><br/><br/>""Go on, go get them!"" The Colonel ordered. The soldier, glad he left there with his life, gathered the five survivors from the fight. They all had varying injuries ranging from minor scratches to broken arms.</div></blockquote><br/>Johnathon Walked up to the men as he exited the building looking at these men he knew that they did not run out of fear but fought till the end which surprised him for the most part and while normally he would pop a bullet into they're balls by now he decided that they had a use. He came here only a few hours ago via private plane and he knew what these men must of been going through as he saw the destruction from the sky of the recent civil war against them and they're true government.....<br/><br/>""Gentlemen.. all of you here even those who did not fight.... Every gun that is made, every warship launched, every rocket fired, signifies in the final sense a theft from those who hunger and are not fed, those who are cold and are not clothed. Beautiful that war and all its deeds of carnage must in time be utterly lost, That the hands of the sisters Death and Night incessantly softly wash again, and ever again, this soil'd world; For my enemy is dead, a man as divine as myself is dead, I look where he lies white-faced and still in the coffin -- I draw near, Bend down and touch lightly with my lips the white face in the coffin.<br/><br/>You all fight for a purpose and that purpose is the government that was taken from you by a group of savage men and some Italian guys. Those who ignore history's lessons in the ultimate folly of war are forced to do more than relive them ... they may be forced to die by them. the path that history has set for us is that we will die fighting for something and while we may have different goals you and i we all share that sense of passion that will drive us forward which is why i came here to the lovely nation of Gambia to help you men find your path and take up arms against those who strike at you with daggers and arrows.<br/><br/>The tragedy of modern war is not so much that the young men die but that they die fighting each other--instead of their real enemies back home in the capitals. The enemies you face are not the soldiers you fight but they're leaders and when leaders need to be defeated you must make them crumble in fear. The new enemy are all those who oppose you be them armed or not. They will turn the hands of fate into the direction of you and as such you must prepare to kill your countrymen for the greater good or perish by them under a flame of failure and agony.<br/><br/>The five men here.... tell us what forces they have in this city after which we will begin to turn you into a fighting force that will burn the corpses of this government in the center of the capital now who is with me to kill these sons of a bitch and send them back to hell!"", Said Johnathon raised a nearby AK-47 and held it in the air trying to gain the respect of his men and gain a bit of a moral boost knowing damn well that he was being watched from a far yet by who he i not know....</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The loyalists cheered! They felt a new sense of purpose. Johnathon's speech gave the men a new sense of duty, much to the dismay of Tourey. To him, Johnathon was a threat, one that would have to be eliminated as soon as possible.<br/><br/><br/>Meanwhile the GSAS operatives watched the whole thing unfold from a distance.""I have a bad feeling about that man, the loyalists are xenophobic pricks, yet this toubab pretty much got their loyalty."" Amat said, still looking through the scope.""I can take the shot sir, I'll take the heat from command."" Malik was tempted by the offer, but had to decline."" No, if anyone would take the fall for this it should be me, let's just return to base, General Mboge will want to hear about this."" And with that, the two operatives returned to the rendezvous point to meet up with the rest of the fire team."
1717,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=375,2014-12-09T21:01:00,Zatak,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22744351#p22744351"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>ZATAK <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22744146#p22744146"">wrote</a>:</cite>Johnathon Walked up to the men as he exited the building looking at these men he knew that they did not run out of fear but fought till the end which surprised him for the most part and while normally he would pop a bullet into they're balls by now he decided that they had a use. He came here only a few hours ago via private plane and he knew what these men must of been going through as he saw the destruction from the sky of the recent civil war against them and they're true government.....<br/><br/>""Gentlemen.. all of you here even those who did not fight.... Every gun that is made, every warship launched, every rocket fired, signifies in the final sense a theft from those who hunger and are not fed, those who are cold and are not clothed. Beautiful that war and all its deeds of carnage must in time be utterly lost, That the hands of the sisters Death and Night incessantly softly wash again, and ever again, this soil'd world; For my enemy is dead, a man as divine as myself is dead, I look where he lies white-faced and still in the coffin -- I draw near, Bend down and touch lightly with my lips the white face in the coffin.<br/><br/>You all fight for a purpose and that purpose is the government that was taken from you by a group of savage men and some Italian guys. Those who ignore history's lessons in the ultimate folly of war are forced to do more than relive them ... they may be forced to die by them. the path that history has set for us is that we will die fighting for something and while we may have different goals you and i we all share that sense of passion that will drive us forward which is why i came here to the lovely nation of Gambia to help you men find your path and take up arms against those who strike at you with daggers and arrows.<br/><br/>The tragedy of modern war is not so much that the young men die but that they die fighting each other--instead of their real enemies back home in the capitals. The enemies you face are not the soldiers you fight but they're leaders and when leaders need to be defeated you must make them crumble in fear. The new enemy are all those who oppose you be them armed or not. They will turn the hands of fate into the direction of you and as such you must prepare to kill your countrymen for the greater good or perish by them under a flame of failure and agony.<br/><br/>The five men here.... tell us what forces they have in this city after which we will begin to turn you into a fighting force that will burn the corpses of this government in the center of the capital now who is with me to kill these sons of a bitch and send them back to hell!"", Said Johnathon raised a nearby AK-47 and held it in the air trying to gain the respect of his men and gain a bit of a moral boost knowing damn well that he was being watched from a far yet by who he i not know....</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The loyalists cheered! They felt a new sense of purpose. Johnathon's speech gave the men a new sense of duty, much to the dismay of Tourey. To him, Johnathon was a threat, one that would have to be eliminated as soon as possible.<br/><br/><br/>Meanwhile the GSAS operatives watched the whole thing unfold from a distance.""I have a bad feeling about that man, the loyalists are xenophobic pricks, yet this toubab pretty much got their loyalty."" Amat said, still looking through the scope.""I can take the shot sir, I'll take the heat from command."" Malik was tempted by the offer, but had to decline."" No, if anyone would take the fall for this it should be me, let's just return to base, General Mboge will want to hear about this."" And with that, the two operatives returned to the rendezvous point to meet up with the rest of the fire team.</div></blockquote><br/>""To those who listen.. Loyalist or not i would like to say that as the great Johnathon bell i promise i will not stop until you get your freedom back even if the world around us burns now get back to your damn jobs if you are a fighter meet me here in a hour for are first lessons!', Johnathon said as he took a look at the men and the camp itself before asking a nearby soldier for a list of the weaponry the group had available to them so he could get a sense of what he was working with.....<br/><br/>Johnathon did not want to make a secret he was here.... he wanted those men to know and maybe even the 'Unexpected guests"" so that way he could show the world the weakness of the West and east for what it was....."
1718,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=375,2014-12-09T21:19:00,The Greater Gambia,"General Mboge was finalizing the plans for an offensive that would end the loyalist threat once and for all. With the arrival of the Gambia's new F-3 Phantoms, the GAF now had an even greater advantage over the loyalists. Airstrikes would be carried out every hour on loyalist strongholds,while the ground forces would move in and clean up the remnants. With numerical and technological superiority, the war should be over in a few months. Just then, the General received a call over the radio from Malik's fireteam.""Anything to report?"" The General asked. After a few seconds of static, Malik responded, his voice static and barely audible."" The loyalists have a new supporter, Some man by the name of Johnathon Bell."" The general was surprised.""I take it he's not a native?"" The radio took a few seconds to respond again, why they even bothered, Mboge would never know.""From his accent, I'd say he's from Britain."" Mboge listened for a second, thinking over what he just heard to make sure it sounded right.""Good work men, come back to base. I'll alert the capital and the British."
1719,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=375,2014-12-09T21:25:00,The Greater Gambia,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/d/d4/Coat_of_arms_of_The_Gambia.svg/526px-Coat_of_arms_of_The_Gambia.svg.png""/></div><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Unknown party in Loyalist conflict</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Encryption:HIGH</span><br/>Our GSAS operatives have discovered that the loyalists are receiving support from a white man named Johnathon Bell. Our previous intel has shown that the Loyalists are distrusting of foriegners and ethnic minorities at best, making cooperation with this individual highly odd. We would like to request any information you have on the man if you have any at all. This is of the up most importance. Please respond with haste.<br/><br/>From: From Gambian General Mboge</blockquote>"
1720,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=375,2014-12-09T21:27:00,Zatak,"Johnathon looked at the men knowing that Gambia was prepared to finish them off quickly he had brought a few things but nothing Major to stop air offensives or large armor forces so he had to make do with what he had hoping that he could sneak some things from Senegal but he had another plan... he called up one of the assistants at the base all while turning his radio on so that maybe a Gambian soldier would hear him if they were on the right frequency and get the bate.<br/><br/>""I want you to take the men and send them up to the northeast.. from there we will strike these three small villages and hold up.. i want them they're ASAP got that', Johnathon said before turning off the radio after which he gave him real orders which was to take the 10 best men and send them to a nearby port where they would ""Take care"" of a army pickup crew meant to get supplies from NATO and mexico after which they would bring the weapons back to base ASAP. He learned of the delivery from one of his Cartel friends earlier in the week and thought that it was the best chance they had to get something.<br/><br/>Johnathon himself stood in the center of the base waiting for the combat men to arrive back and hopefully he could get them some better gear but this was unlikely given the security and the mens skill but he was one for risks..."
1721,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=375,2014-12-09T21:37:00,The Greater Gambia,"<blockquote><div><cite>ZATAK <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22744630#p22744630"">wrote</a>:</cite>Johnathon looked at the men knowing that Gambia was prepared to finish them off quickly he had brought a few things but nothing Major to stop air offensives or large armor forces so he had to make do with what he had hoping that he could sneak some things from Senegal but he had another plan... he called up one of the assistants at the base all while turning his radio on so that maybe a Gambian soldier would hear him if they were on the right frequency and get the bate.<br/><br/>""I want you to take the men and send them up to the northeast.. from there we will strike these three small villages and hold up.. i want them they're ASAP got that', Johnathon said before turning off the radio after which he gave him real orders which was to take the 10 best men and send them to a nearby port where they would ""Take care"" of a army pickup crew meant to get supplies from NATO and mexico after which they would bring the weapons back to base ASAP. He learned of the delivery from one of his Cartel friends earlier in the week and thought that it was the best chance they had to get something.<br/><br/>Johnathon himself stood in the center of the base waiting for the combat men to arrive back and hopefully he could get them some better gear but this was unlikely given the security and the mens skill but he was one for risks...</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The ten men arrived. They carried an assortment of weapons. From AK-74's and 47's to stolen L85A2's to even an RPD. These men had served in peacekeeping missions with the African Union in Mali and Somalia. They were the most experienced men in the entire Loyalist army."
1722,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=375,2014-12-09T21:45:00,Zatak,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22744692#p22744692"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>ZATAK <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22744630#p22744630"">wrote</a>:</cite>Johnathon looked at the men knowing that Gambia was prepared to finish them off quickly he had brought a few things but nothing Major to stop air offensives or large armor forces so he had to make do with what he had hoping that he could sneak some things from Senegal but he had another plan... he called up one of the assistants at the base all while turning his radio on so that maybe a Gambian soldier would hear him if they were on the right frequency and get the bate.<br/><br/>""I want you to take the men and send them up to the northeast.. from there we will strike these three small villages and hold up.. i want them they're ASAP got that', Johnathon said before turning off the radio after which he gave him real orders which was to take the 10 best men and send them to a nearby port where they would ""Take care"" of a army pickup crew meant to get supplies from NATO and mexico after which they would bring the weapons back to base ASAP. He learned of the delivery from one of his Cartel friends earlier in the week and thought that it was the best chance they had to get something.<br/><br/>Johnathon himself stood in the center of the base waiting for the combat men to arrive back and hopefully he could get them some better gear but this was unlikely given the security and the mens skill but he was one for risks...</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The ten men arrived. They carried an assortment of weapons. From AK-74's and 47's to stolen L85A2's to even an RPD. These men had served in peacekeeping missions with the African Union in Mali and Somalia. They were the most experienced men in the entire Loyalist army.</div></blockquote><br/>""You guys get anything from the Mexican shipment? They had some nice gear in a few crates and even some artillery,,"" Johnathon asked curious and hoping they they took something from that or maybe a few crates maybe getting mines, RPG or AA systems... Johnathon stood there as a few men started to show up still 20 minutes till he called for training to begin...."
1723,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=375,2014-12-09T21:50:00,The Greater Gambia,"<blockquote><div><cite>ZATAK <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22744744#p22744744"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22744692#p22744692"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>The ten men arrived. They carried an assortment of weapons. From AK-74's and 47's to stolen L85A2's to even an RPD. These men had served in peacekeeping missions with the African Union in Mali and Somalia. They were the most experienced men in the entire Loyalist army.</div></blockquote><br/>""You guys get anything from the Mexican shipment? They had some nice gear in a few crates and even some artillery,,"" Johnathon asked curious and hoping they they took something from that or maybe a few crates maybe getting mines, RPG or AA systems... Johnathon stood there as a few men started to show up still 20 minutes till he called for training to begin....</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""We were only able to grab a few items, like some mortars, RPG's, and grenades. The port had soldiers crawling all over it. This is all we could grab."""
1724,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=375,2014-12-09T21:53:00,Zatak,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22744780#p22744780"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>ZATAK <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22744744#p22744744"">wrote</a>:</cite>""You guys get anything from the Mexican shipment? They had some nice gear in a few crates and even some artillery,,"" Johnathon asked curious and hoping they they took something from that or maybe a few crates maybe getting mines, RPG or AA systems... Johnathon stood there as a few men started to show up still 20 minutes till he called for training to begin....</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""We were only able to grab a few items, like some mortars, RPG's, and grenades. The port had soldiers crawling all over it. This is all we could grab.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Then i have a job for you... You guys go and take the vehicles that are carrying it.... i dont care ho just do it..."", Johnathon said annoyed at such a small gain he was hoping for more and was not going to let this opportunity pass even if they had to fight they're way to the truck he did not care... for now the man stood and prepared to start the first step in the training exercises....."
1725,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=375,2014-12-09T22:02:00,The Greater Gambia,"<blockquote><div><cite>ZATAK <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22744794#p22744794"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22744780#p22744780"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""We were only able to grab a few items, like some mortars, RPG's, and grenades. The port had soldiers crawling all over it. This is all we could grab.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Then i have a job for you... You guys go and take the vehicles that are carrying it.... i dont care ho just do it..."", Johnathon said annoyed at such a small gain he was hoping for more and was not going to let this opportunity pass even if they had to fight they're way to the truck he did not care... for now the man stood and prepared to start the first step in the training exercises.....</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The port was in the river town of Meresunda. The whole town was on high alert due to the last attempt. Jeeps patrolled the night streets. It would take a lot more than 10 men to secure the supplies. One of the men ran back to the village to tell the others."
1726,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=375,2014-12-09T22:09:00,Zatak,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22744858#p22744858"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>ZATAK <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22744794#p22744794"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Then i have a job for you... You guys go and take the vehicles that are carrying it.... i dont care ho just do it..."", Johnathon said annoyed at such a small gain he was hoping for more and was not going to let this opportunity pass even if they had to fight they're way to the truck he did not care... for now the man stood and prepared to start the first step in the training exercises.....</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The port was in the river town of Meresunda. The whole town was on high alert due to the last attempt. Jeeps patrolled the night streets. It would take a lot more than 10 men to secure the supplies. One of the men ran back to the village to tell the others.</div></blockquote><br/>Johnathon was not willing to give up and instead thought of a new plan.. the men would include 40 forces and while 35 were dressed in regular clothes the 5 remaining men would cause a distraction while the 35 entered and secured the trucks before driving like shit back. The plan was small but being awake for 22 hours Johnathon was not up for big plans but he had another thing for the men the most famous eapon of the IRA campaign the legendary Battleblade drone.<br/><br/>The Battlehawk is made of carbon-fiber wings that curl up into a 22-inch tube launcher. The 5.5-pound device is then flown via an Android-based software app on a smartphone or tablet device to its intended target. The soldier can turn on a video camera, arm the grenade in the nose of the drone and watch as the truck, tank or unfortunate bad guy is terminated. the drone was given to the 5 men who got 3 and the 35 who got 5 this drone had control problems and were home made so not fast or the best but they packed a punch..... if they worked.... he hoped...<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""BattleBlade""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://static.ddmcdn.com/gif/suicide-drone-670.jpg""/></div></div></div>"
1727,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=375,2014-12-09T23:50:00,Licata,"<span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Colosseum</span></div></span><br/><br/>""By orders of Consul Matteo Renzi This man will face death!""<br/><br/>A man wearing a loincloth and a large over bearing helmet walked out of a dark tunnel, armed with a sword and shield.<br/><br/>""This man, Alfonzo Acone, is guilty of over twenty accounts of rape, molestation, and murder!""<br/><br/>The crowd attending the gladiatorial arena booed.<br/><br/>""His opponent? This man here! Victor of three battles! Benito Mussolini!""<br/><br/>A man with a remarkable resemblance to the old Italian dictator wakled out of the darkness of a Colosseum tunnel, clad in a loincloth and cloth armor. He carried a Scissor<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://listverse.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/fighter_6.jpg""/></div></div></div>. The people cheered, for he was seen as a champion of the arena.<br/><br/>""May Fortuna be on your side, Begin!""<br/><br/>The two men walked toward the center of the Colosseum to engage in mortal combat.<br/><br/>Alfonzo attempted to talk to the proven warrior before him, he was startled when his opponent struck at him. The ferocity of Benito's attacks were quite frightening for Alfonzo, new to gladiatorial combat. In an attempt to fight back Alfonzo swing his sword in the general direction of Mussolini, missing his target. Before being able to steady himself, Alfonzo felt a horrific main in his abdomen. When he looked down he saw a brazen cylinder protruding from his stomach, Mussolini had plunged his scissor deep into Alfonzo. Mussolini ripped his weapon out of Alfonzo bringing along intestines and an overwhelming amount of viscera.<br/><br/>The crowd cheered, some yelled out; ""justice!"" 'Twas a sight to behold.<br/><br/>Mussolini finished the battle by hacking Alfonzo's head off after a series of rapid jabs. The games continued until dusk.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Statistics</span><br/><br/>Thirty seven million Roma-Euros were collected from the invent in Italia alone. Online viewings produced over thirty two million Roma-Euros. Merchandise produced a profit of three million.<br/><br/>The games proved profitable, for it both provided monetary gain but also a distraction for the populous.<br/><br/><span style=""color: red""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Ave Roma!</span></span></span>"
1728,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=375,2014-12-10T00:55:00,Elepis,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/f/fb/Emblem_of_the_President_of_Turkey.svg/150px-Emblem_of_the_President_of_Turkey.svg.png""/></div><br/>TOP SECRET<br/>To Mr Obama <br/><br/>As I am sure you are aware, former NATO member Italy or ""Rome"" has begun threatening fellow European countries, probably aiming to recreate the Roman Empire. Understandably this has caused much concern in Turkey which was once the nucleus of the Roman Empire and its successor, Byzantium. Italy has now shown itself as a rogue state and we must teat it as such. That is why, Turkey wishes for an emergency NATO meeting in Ankara to try and coordinate our position on the many crisis's of the world.<br/><br/>Another topic for this meeting should be IS (or ISIS/ISIL). The new terrorist group has forged its own empire on the borders of Turkey and this has understandably worried the nation. The former AKP government refused to do anything to defeat the group. However, the AKP have gone and now my secular CHP party is in power. That is why I offer you the following deal.<br/><br/>. Turkish jets will begin flying sorties against IS position in both Iraq and Syria<br/>. American and NATO jets will be allowed out fly out of Turkey instead of Cyprus and Qatar<br/>. Turkey will allow Kurdish fighter in to Syria from Iraq and vise versa<br/>. Turkey will help arm and train Iraqi government forces<br/><br/>We offer you all this with one condition, the USA recognizes the sovereignty of the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus. <br/><br/>President Kemal Kılıçdaroğlu</blockquote>"
1729,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=375,2014-12-10T10:55:00,Elepis,"Military news:<br/><br/>In 2005 the new Altay MBT tank was devised. Created to rival the Abrams and Leopard 2 it entered service in late 2014. Now 1,500 have been produced and have been seen by many inside and outside Turkey as an excellent tank. The Altay (which was designed with the help of S. Korea) can rival any contemporary western tank and thus Turkey's large stock of older tanks has been made redundant. The modern Leopard tanks will stay in service alongside the Altay, however the Patton tanks are no longer needed.<br/><br/>Now the Turkish military has offered a deal to the following countries.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To Gambia, Tibet, Albania, Mexico<br/><br/>Greetings fellow world citizens. As you may have heard, the Turkish military has recently put in to service the Altay tank which can rival any contemporary tanks. This has left us with around 1,700 M60 and M48 Patton tanks in perfect working condition that we now longer need. 150 M60's will be going the Northern Cyprus, however the rest are not needed and will wither be sold, put in to storage or scrapped.<br/><br/> Thus I offer you a deal <br/><br/>Turkey will willing to sell anyone of you the remaining 1,550 tanks. These can go all to one country or can be split among you. If you wish to purchases these, we will sell you them for 1/3 of the original price. These tanks, though old were in service until 90's with the US and are still formidable and will be a valuable asset to anyone of your armies.<br/><br/>Minister of Defense Sabahattin Çakmakoğlu</blockquote>"
1730,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=375,2014-12-10T11:50:00,The North German Commonwealth,"<blockquote><div><cite>Elepis <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22748630#p22748630"">wrote</a>:</cite>Military news:<br/><br/>In 2005 the new Altay MBT tank was devised. Created to rival the Abrams and Leopard 2 it entered service in late 2014. Now 1,500 have been produced and have been seen by many inside and outside Turkey as an excellent tank. The Altay (which was designed with the help of S. Korea) can rival any contemporary western tank and thus Turkey's large stock of older tanks has been made redundant. The modern Leopard tanks will stay in service alongside the Altay, however the Patton tanks are no longer needed. <br/><br/>Now the Turkish military has offered a deal to the following countries.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To Gambia, Tibet, Albania, Mexico<br/><br/>Greetings fellow world citizens. As you may have heard, the Turkish military has recently put in to service the Altay tank which can rival any contemporary tanks. This has left us with around 1,700 M60 and M48 Patton tanks in perfect working condition that we now longer need. 150 M60's will be going the Northern Cyprus, however the rest are not needed and will wither be sold, put in to storage or scrapped.<br/><br/> Thus I offer you a deal <br/><br/>Turkey will willing to sell anyone of you the remaining 1,550 tanks. These can go all to one country or can be split among you. If you wish to purchases these, we will sell you them for 1/3 of the original price. These tanks, though old were in service until 90's with the US and are still formidable and will be a valuable asset to anyone of your armies.<br/><br/>Minister of Defense Sabahattin Çakmakoğlu</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/>OFFICIAL TRANSMISSION OF THE REPUBLIC OF ALBANIA<br/>To: Sabahattin Çakmakoğlu, Minister of Defense for The Republic of Turkey<br/>From: Bujar Nishani, President of The Republic of Albania<br/>Albania is interested in this offer, as we fear that war with Serbia looms over the horizon. Albania, with no Tanks or Jet Fighters, is at a very high disadvantage. Albanis wishes to buy 300 tanks, to destroy Serbia's army in the event of war with Serbia. Please respond soon, war is close.<br/>END TRANSMISSION<br/><br/>OFFICIAL TRANSMISSION OF THE REPUBLIC OF ALBANIA<br/>To: The Republic of France<br/>From: The Republic of Albania<br/>Albania would like to negotiate the purchase of French Jet Fighters, to boost the Albanian Air Force. Please respond as soon as possible, for Albania fears that war with Serbia is near.<br/>END TRANSMISSION<br/><br/>TIRANA, REPUBLIC OF ALBANIA:<br/>Negotiations with Kosovo had been going well, with a possible union being described as an Albano-Kosovo Union, or a possible Federation of Albania and Kosovo. Plans were put forth for a Federal Republic, much like Americas. However, Parliament put forth an idea for a Federal Parliamentary Republic, which was generally accepted by both sides. As Kosovo was Albanian, unification was certain. However, both Albania and Kosovo agreed that Serbia would be a threat. However, Albania has allies. Serbia doesn't."
1731,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=375,2014-12-10T11:53:00,Of The Rnclave,"<blockquote><div><cite>Licata <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22745466#p22745466"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Colosseum</span></div></span><br/><br/>""By orders of Consul Matteo Renzi This man will face death!""<br/><br/>A man wearing a loincloth and a large over bearing helmet walked out of a dark tunnel, armed with a sword and shield. <br/><br/>""This man, Alfonzo Acone, is guilty of over twenty accounts of rape, molestation, and murder!""<br/><br/>The crowd attending the gladiatorial arena booed.<br/><br/>""His opponent? This man here! Victor of three battles! Benito Mussolini!""<br/><br/>A man with a remarkable resemblance to the old Italian dictator wakled out of the darkness of a Colosseum tunnel, clad in a loincloth and cloth armor. He carried a Scissor <div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://listverse.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/fighter_6.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div></div></div>. The people cheered, for he was seen as a champion of the arena.<br/><br/>""May Fortuna be on your side, Begin!""<br/><br/>The two men walked toward the center of the Colosseum to engage in mortal combat.<br/><br/>Alfonzo attempted to talk to the proven warrior before him, he was startled when his opponent struck at him. The ferocity of Benito's attacks were quite frightening for Alfonzo, new to gladiatorial combat. In an attempt to fight back Alfonzo swing his sword in the general direction of Mussolini, missing his target. Before being able to steady himself, Alfonzo felt a horrific main in his abdomen. When he looked down he saw a brazen cylinder protruding from his stomach, Mussolini had plunged his scissor deep into Alfonzo. Mussolini ripped his weapon out of Alfonzo bringing along intestines and an overwhelming amount of viscera. <br/><br/>The crowd cheered, some yelled out; ""justice!"" 'Twas a sight to behold.<br/><br/>Mussolini finished the battle by hacking Alfonzo's head off after a series of rapid jabs. The games continued until dusk.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Statistics</span><br/><br/>Three billion Roma-Euros were collected from the invent in Italia alone. Online viewings produced over twelve billion dollars. Merchandise produced a profit of three billion. <br/><br/>The games proved profitable, for it both provided monetary gain but also a distraction for the populous. <br/><br/><span style=""color: red""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Ave Roma!</span></span></span></div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC: #bullshit#thatsridiclous"
1732,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=375,2014-12-10T13:00:00,Elepis,"<blockquote><div><cite>The North German Commonwealth <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22749124#p22749124"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Elepis <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22748630#p22748630"">wrote</a>:</cite>Military news:<br/><br/>In 2005 the new Altay MBT tank was devised. Created to rival the Abrams and Leopard 2 it entered service in late 2014. Now 1,500 have been produced and have been seen by many inside and outside Turkey as an excellent tank. The Altay (which was designed with the help of S. Korea) can rival any contemporary western tank and thus Turkey's large stock of older tanks has been made redundant. The modern Leopard tanks will stay in service alongside the Altay, however the Patton tanks are no longer needed. <br/><br/>Now the Turkish military has offered a deal to the following countries.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To Gambia, Tibet, Albania, Mexico<br/><br/>Greetings fellow world citizens. As you may have heard, the Turkish military has recently put in to service the Altay tank which can rival any contemporary tanks. This has left us with around 1,700 M60 and M48 Patton tanks in perfect working condition that we now longer need. 150 M60's will be going the Northern Cyprus, however the rest are not needed and will wither be sold, put in to storage or scrapped.<br/><br/> Thus I offer you a deal <br/><br/>Turkey will willing to sell anyone of you the remaining 1,550 tanks. These can go all to one country or can be split among you. If you wish to purchases these, we will sell you them for 1/3 of the original price. These tanks, though old were in service until 90's with the US and are still formidable and will be a valuable asset to anyone of your armies.<br/><br/>Minister of Defense Sabahattin Çakmakoğlu</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/>OFFICIAL TRANSMISSION OF THE REPUBLIC OF ALBANIA<br/>To: Sabahattin Çakmakoğlu, Minister of Defense for The Republic of Turkey<br/>From: Bujar Nishani, President of The Republic of Albania<br/>Albania is interested in this offer, as we fear that war with Serbia looms over the horizon. Albania, with no Tanks or Jet Fighters, is at a very high disadvantage. Albanis wishes to buy 300 tanks, to destroy Serbia's army in the event of war with Serbia. Please respond soon, war is close.<br/>END TRANSMISSION<br/><br/>OFFICIAL TRANSMISSION OF THE REPUBLIC OF ALBANIA<br/>To: The Republic of France<br/>From: The Republic of Albania<br/>Albania would like to negotiate the purchase of French Jet Fighters, to boost the Albanian Air Force. Please respond as soon as possible, for Albania fears that war with Serbia is near.<br/>END TRANSMISSION<br/><br/>TIRANA, REPUBLIC OF ALBANIA:<br/>Negotiations with Kosovo had been going well, with a possible union being described as an Albano-Kosovo Union, or a possible Federation of Albania and Kosovo. Plans were put forth for a Federal Republic, much like Americas. However, Parliament put forth an idea for a Federal Parliamentary Republic, which was generally accepted by both sides. As Kosovo was Albanian, unification was certain. However, both Albania and Kosovo agreed that Serbia would be a threat. However, Albania has allies. Serbia doesn't.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To Albania<br/><br/>We will always be willing to help fellow small and oppressed nations. I would like you to know, Turkey supports an Albanian-Kosovan federation. We will of course be able to sell you the 300 Patton tanks. They will be made up of 250 M60's and 50 M48's. The first 50 tanks should arrive in Albania in one week. <br/><br/>If needed, Turkey will be more than happy to try and broker a truce between yourself and Serbia in the event of war.<br/><br/>Sabahattin Çakmakoğlu, Minister of Defense for The Republic of Turkey</blockquote>"
1733,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=375,2014-12-10T14:28:00,The Greater Gambia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Jenba, Central River LGA, The Gambia</span><br/><br/><br/>Johnathon's plan went without a hitch. The loyalists were able to bring back the whole shipment without even losing a guy. The Loyalist's were on a more even footing, and with Johnathon's training. They could possibly win this war."
1734,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=375,2014-12-10T16:07:00,Of The Rnclave,"<blockquote><div><cite>Elepis <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22745714#p22745714"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center"">(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/f/fb/Emblem_of_the_President_of_Turkey.svg/150px-Emblem_of_the_President_of_Turkey.svg.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div><br/>TOP SECRET<br/>To Mr Obama <br/><br/>As I am sure you are aware, former NATO member Italy or ""Rome"" has begun threatening fellow European countries, probably aiming to recreate the Roman Empire. Understandably this has caused much concern in Turkey which was once the nucleus of the Roman Empire and its successor, Byzantium. Italy has now shown itself as a rogue state and we must teat it as such. That is why, Turkey wishes for an emergency NATO meeting in Ankara to try and coordinate our position on the many crisis's of the world.<br/><br/>Another topic for this meeting should be IS (or ISIS/ISIL). The new terrorist group has forged its own empire on the borders of Turkey and this has understandably worried the nation. The former AKP government refused to do anything to defeat the group. However, the AKP have gone and now my secular CHP party is in power. That is why I offer you the following deal.<br/><br/>. Turkish jets will begin flying sorties against IS position in both Iraq and Syria<br/>. American and NATO jets will be allowed out fly out of Turkey instead of Cyprus and Qatar<br/>. Turkey will allow Kurdish fighter in to Syria from Iraq and vise versa<br/>. Turkey will help arm and train Iraqi government forces<br/><br/>We offer you all this with one condition, the USA recognizes the sovereignty of the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus. <br/><br/>President Kemal Kılıçdaroğlu</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://img3.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20130117075228/house-of-cards/images/9/93/Seal_of_the_President_of_the_United_States_of_America.png""/><br/><br/>We agree that Italy is a problem, and plan to call a meeting in NATO to decide the fate of Rome. Also, we have been looking to expand the war on isis and a partnership with Your nation would give us a large foothold to strike at them. We will discuss this further at a later time,<br/><br/>Thank you for your time."
1735,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=375,2014-12-10T16:49:00,Zatak,"Jonathon could only smile as he ordered the men to bring the crates over to him so he could show his new students what he had for them along with this he ordered the heavier weapons to the side for now before giving a thank you and a dollar to the 40 men and the men who brought the gear over to him excited about the weapons like a child walking in a candy store with a money tree.<br/><br/>The gear moved over was set as the crates sat there opened to the shiny weapons after which Johnathon ordered his new men and they're ""Commander"" over...."
1736,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=375,2014-12-10T16:58:00,Licata,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Plots""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Alpine HQ</span><br/><br/>Giovanni Messe and Ugo Cavallero, the two leaders of the Alpini forces, spoke on Matteo Renzi.<br/><br/>GM- ""Well, today was colder than usual.""<br/><br/>UC- ""Indeed, they'll need to get use to it.""<br/><br/>GM- ""Speaking of ""getting use to"" something, what do you think of Renzi?""<br/><br/>Uc-""Giovanni, you know I hate politics.""<br/><br/>GM- ""Yes, yes, but it still affects you.""<br/><br/>UC- ""Well, um. I mean the guy has done mostly good things. But, I 'm not to sure of the whole Rome thing. Sounds great and all, but we can't just walk around conquering things as did the Romans.""<br/><br/>GM- ""Hmm, you know some rumors have been going around about... Well, about ''change. you know?""<br/><br/>UC- ""What sort of change?""<br/><br/>GM- ""The sort involving guns, blood, and world leaders.""<br/><br/>UC- ""Well. That's new. Why do you bring it up?""<br/><br/>GM- ""Take a look at this."" Giovanni empties a pocket from his uniform, he showed Ugo a patch with ""ITALIAN FASCISTS""(In Italian of course) on it along with a Italian flag with the coat of arms of the old House of Savoia with two rifles crossed behind it.<br/><br/>UC- ""Hmm, I think you might end up dead if you keep such things around.""<br/><br/>GM- ""We are Italians, not Romans. We-"" A noise is heard outside. *Whisper*""We will talk later, good bye friend."" <br/><br/>UC- ""Bye.""</div></div></div>"
1737,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=400,2014-12-10T17:11:00,Protector Galactics,"As China's grew richer, President Xi wanted to expand the trade to more countries. Letter were to be sent to Russia, EU, and Mexico in hopes of expanding trade to the countries. He would offer the other countries weapons,steel, bamboo , Rice, and Plastic.<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>To: Russia<br/>From: China<br/>We would like to sell you our steel products and weapons. Our steel is manufactured to support a bomb blast. It is quite a strong piece of steel. Our steel is oiled and polish to make it look nice and to prevent it from rusting. We are selling them for 50 cents a pound. Another thing we offer to sell you is our weapons. Our weapon were a good use in the military and had officer's satisfaction all over the military. (ask us if you wish to see what weapons we have in Stock) Our weapons last for a good time and have civilian satisfaction for hunting. Prices may vary. Another thing we would offer to sell is our rice. Our rice has never changed for the last 1,000 years. This primitive rice has the satisfaction for millions of people in Asia. Its primitive enjoy's most of them. This can be good ration for the military. And we are only selling this rice for 2 dollars a bag. Next in our offer list is our Bamboo. This is the most strongest wood in the whole world. I can have the same weight capacity as our steel. This wood can be refined if you wanted to. And we offer to sell it for just 1 USD a pound. Last but not least in our list is our Plastic. Our plastic is made cheaply but its a great condition. We make sure our plastic comes out in perfection. Thats what makes our plastic so unique. This plastic is made from our finest oil factories in the Middle East. You can get our Plastic for just 5 USD a pound. We hope these items will satisfy you. With our carefully made items. These items can be trusted.<br/>President XI of China </div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>To: Mexico<br/>From: China<br/>We would like to sell you our steel products and weapons. Our steel is manufactured to support a bomb blast. It is quite a strong piece of steel. Our steel is oiled and polish to make it look nice and to prevent it from rusting. We are selling them for 50 cents a pound. Another thing we offer to sell you is our weapons. Our weapon were a good use in the military and had officer's satisfaction all over the military. (ask us if you wish to see what weapons we have in Stock) Our weapons last for a good time and have civilian satisfaction for hunting. Prices may vary. Another thing we would offer to sell is our rice. Our rice has never changed for the last 1,000 years. This primitive rice has the satisfaction for millions of people in Asia. Its primitive enjoy's most of them. This can be good ration for the military. And we are only selling this rice for 2 dollars a bag. Next in our offer list is our Bamboo. This is the most strongest wood in the whole world. I can have the same weight capacity as our steel. This wood can be refined if you wanted to. And we offer to sell it for just 1 USD a pound. Last but not least in our list is our Plastic. Our plastic is made cheaply but its a great condition. We make sure our plastic comes out in perfection. Thats what makes our plastic so unique. This plastic is made from our finest oil factories in the Middle East. You can get our Plastic for just 5 USD a pound. We hope these items will satisfy you. With our carefully made items. These items can be trusted.<br/>President XI of China </div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>To: All Members of the EU<br/>From: China<br/>We would like to sell you our steel products and weapons. Our steel is manufactured to support a bomb blast. It is quite a strong piece of steel. Our steel is oiled and polish to make it look nice and to prevent it from rusting. We are selling them for 50 cents a pound. Another thing we offer to sell you is our weapons. Our weapon were a good use in the military and had officer's satisfaction all over the military. (ask us if you wish to see what weapons we have in Stock) Our weapons last for a good time and have civilian satisfaction for hunting. Prices may vary. Another thing we would offer to sell is our rice. Our rice has never changed for the last 1,000 years. This primitive rice has the satisfaction for millions of people in Asia. Its primitive enjoy's most of them. This can be good ration for the military. And we are only selling this rice for 2 dollars a bag. Next in our offer list is our Bamboo. This is the most strongest wood in the whole world. I can have the same weight capacity as our steel. This wood can be refined if you wanted to. And we offer to sell it for just 1 USD a pound. Last but not least in our list is our Plastic. Our plastic is made cheaply but its a great condition. We make sure our plastic comes out in perfection. Thats what makes our plastic so unique. This plastic is made from our finest oil factories in the Middle East. You can get our Plastic for just 5 USD a pound. We hope these items will satisfy you. With our carefully made items. These items can be trusted.<br/>President XI of China </div></blockquote><br/><br/>With all off the telegrams sent China expected a good profit from what they are selling. They wanted to save money to have a brighter future for the world."
1738,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=400,2014-12-10T18:46:00,Australian Antarctica,"<span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ministry of Defense, Lhasa, Tibet</span></span><br/>The final touches were being made as the military is being formed. There will be 3 Army Groups and 1 Air force Group. Each Army Group will have 100,000 men and the lone air force group will have 50,000. The special forces will be a part of the Air Force, which is currently operating just 7 Aircraft, with only 50 pilots ready for flight. Each Army Group will have a specialty. Army Group 1 will be the rapid response force and will have 50 IFVs and 20 Tanks. Army Group 2 Will be the Support force and will operate all artillery, 20 IFVs, and 30 Tanks. The last Army Group, Army Group 3, Will be the heavy armor unit using 50 of the Best tanks and the 12 Remaining IFVs. Each army group will be divided more when the military installs a better communication and chain of Command System."
1739,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=400,2014-12-10T19:53:00,The Greater Gambia,"<blockquote><div><cite>ZATAK <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22752430#p22752430"">wrote</a>:</cite>Jonathon could only smile as he ordered the men to bring the crates over to him so he could show his new students what he had for them along with this he ordered the heavier weapons to the side for now before giving a thank you and a dollar to the 40 men and the men who brought the gear over to him excited about the weapons like a child walking in a candy store with a money tree.<br/><br/>The gear moved over was set as the crates sat there opened to the shiny weapons after which Johnathon ordered his new men and they're ""Commander"" over....</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Colonel Tourey ran out of his building.""What is the meaning of this. Why have you gathered all of my men here?"" He then saw all of the supplies his men lifted from the GAF."
1740,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=400,2014-12-10T20:00:00,Zatak,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22754950#p22754950"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>ZATAK <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22752430#p22752430"">wrote</a>:</cite>Jonathon could only smile as he ordered the men to bring the crates over to him so he could show his new students what he had for them along with this he ordered the heavier weapons to the side for now before giving a thank you and a dollar to the 40 men and the men who brought the gear over to him excited about the weapons like a child walking in a candy store with a money tree.<br/><br/>The gear moved over was set as the crates sat there opened to the shiny weapons after which Johnathon ordered his new men and they're ""Commander"" over....</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Colonel Tourey ran out of his building.""What is the meaning of this. Why have you gathered all of my men here?"" He then saw all of the supplies his men lifted from the GAF.</div></blockquote><br/>Johnathon turned around to face the man face to face with a smile as the men began to gather around him and the mysterious crates a blanketed trucks,""I thought you would like to see what i got"", He said as he stood next to one of the crates waiting for the remaining men to come by......"
1741,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=400,2014-12-10T20:04:00,The Greater Gambia,"<blockquote><div><cite>ZATAK <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22755025#p22755025"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22754950#p22754950"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Colonel Tourey ran out of his building.""What is the meaning of this. Why have you gathered all of my men here?"" He then saw all of the supplies his men lifted from the GAF.</div></blockquote><br/>Johnathon turned around to face the man face to face with a smile as the men began to gather around him and the mysterious crates a blanketed trucks,""I thought you would like to see what i got"", He said as he stood next to one of the crates waiting for the remaining men to come by......</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The whole village came to see what was in the crates.""Well, don't just stand there, open it!"" Colonel Tourey yelled."
1742,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=400,2014-12-10T20:16:00,Licata,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">The Gulf of Persia</span></span><br/><br/>Carrier group Cavour reached its destination, Iran. A drone carrying a bag with a note in it flew towards the shore with a large white flag hanging from it.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""color: red"">Top Secret</span></span><br/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.williammarshalstore.com/1040-large_default/roman-legion-maroon-gold-seal-shirt.jpg""/></div><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">"" Senātus Populusque Rōmānus""</span></span></span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">To the Government of Iran</span></span>,<br/><br/>We have business. let us join forces in developing nuclear arms. Hush, hush. Keep this secret and I can provide uranium and strategic support, we keep this on the down low and secure the bomb. We can finally push the US from our borders. <br/><br/>We would like to open trade as well. May our glorious nations grow into the seats of power of this world. <br/><br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Matteo Renzi, Consul of Rome</span></span></blockquote>"
1743,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=400,2014-12-10T20:21:00,Licata,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""color: red"">Top Secret</span></span><br/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.williammarshalstore.com/1040-large_default/roman-legion-maroon-gold-seal-shirt.jpg""/></div><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">"" Senātus Populusque Rōmānus""</span></span></span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">To the Government of China</span></span>,<br/><br/>Good day. I offer you both a F-35 and all of our information on the platform. We believe Your J-20 program could speed up quite quickly. All I ask for is your support. <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Matteo Renzi, Consul of Rome</span></span></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""color: red"">Top Secret</span></span><br/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.williammarshalstore.com/1040-large_default/roman-legion-maroon-gold-seal-shirt.jpg""/></div><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">"" Senātus Populusque Rōmānus""</span></span></span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">To the Government of Russia</span></span>,<br/><br/>Good day. I offer you both a F-35 and all of our information on the platform. We believe Your PAK-FA program could speed up quite quickly. All I ask for is your support. <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Matteo Renzi, Consul of Rome</span></span></blockquote>"
1744,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=400,2014-12-10T20:38:00,Protector Galactics,"After Independent deals were not met to China, President Xi invited The Prime Minister of Tibet to Beijing to discuss the matters.<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>To: Prime Minister of Tibet<br/>From: President Xi Jinping of China<br/>I would like to discuss with you about our deals that haven't bin met to this deadline. I would like to invite you to Beijing to discuss this matter.<br/>President Xi Jinping</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Seeing that Rome has interesting tech President Xi wants to play a little corruption to the Romans.<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>To: Rome<br/>From: President Xi Jinping<br/>We will support you. Please ship the tech to us first to make sure we have a deal. We will mobilize our fleet to the mediterranean. <br/>President Xi Jinping</div></blockquote>"
1745,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=400,2014-12-10T20:51:00,Zatak,"""Men... for all this time you have been left with nothing to fight back with... nothing to use against these bandits and when i saw that i knew i could do better then the current leadership so as such i also recently deployed 40 men who should be thanked to take over a series of arms shipments coming to Gambia from Mexico and NATO in which with no casualty we took these fine Weapons of war for are cause.<br/><br/>The first thing here is the new XM-8 the U.S. military designation for a lightweight assault rifle system under development by the United States Army from the late 1990s to early 2000s. The rifle is designed by German small arms manufacturer Heckler & Koch (H&K), and shares design and engineering with their G36 rifle. The XM8 design was originally part of the Objective Individual Combat Weapon program (OICW), which was developing a ""smart"" grenade launcher system with an underslung carbine rifle as a backup weapon. The system was unable to meet performance and weight requirements and was eventually canceled. In the aftermath, the two portions of the OICW were separated, resulting in the XM8 and XM25 projects. This weapon is new to the world and top notch. It was sent by Mexico to supply the 200 man force of Gambia but s you can see that will not be happening any time soon. This crate come with a number of fine sights and other treasures for you to all use at your disposal i believe this will be much better then these older weapons from your command that they gave you....<br/><br/>Next is the RPG-28 a Russian handheld anti-tank rocket launcher. shares a close resemblance with the RPG-27 in that it is a portable, disposable anti-tank rocket launcher with a single shot capacity. The RPG-28 has a larger diameter round than the RPG-27 which enables the RPG-28 to achieve higher armour penetration performance. The PG-28 round is a 125-mm tandem shaped charge with a weight of 12-kg and a range of 300 meters. The round has a stated penetration capability in excess of 1000-mm RHA (after ERA) and 3000 mm of brick. Loaded weight is 13.5-kg. The RPG-28 was unveiled in 2007 at IDEX Abu Dhabi by the State Research and Production Enterprise, Bazalt as a modern anti-tank rocket launcher designed to defeat modern and future tanks with advanced reactive and composite armour as well as fortified infantry. It was offered for export in 2008. Officially adopted by the Russian Government in December 2011. This weapon has been known to take out T-72 with one shot and is designed to face the toughest of fortifications and armor. These weapons will fare much better then your current ones ever could and i think the few doen here will do just fine for are operations in Gambian territory and beyond!<br/><br/>Next is another RPG more specifically the RPG-30 The RPG-30 shares a close resemblance with the RPG-27 in that it is a man-portable, disposable anti-tank rocket launcher with a single shot capacity. Unlike the RPG-27 however, there is a smaller diameter precursor round in a smaller side barrel tube, in addition to the main round in the main tube. This precursor round acts as a false target, tricking the target's active protection system (APS) into engaging it, allowing the main round a clear path into the target, while the APS is stuck in the 0.2–0.4 second delay it needs to start its next engagement. The PG-30 is the main round of the RPG-30. The round is a 105-mm tandem shaped charge with a weight of 10.3 kg (22.7 lb) and has a range of 200 meters and a stated penetration capability in excess of 600-mm (24-in) rolled homogeneous armor (RHA) (after ERA), 1,500-mm reinforced concrete, 2,000-mm brick and 3,700-mm of soil. Reactive armor, including explosive reactive armor (ERA), can be defeated with multiple hits into the same place, such as by tandem-charge weapons, which fire two or more shaped charges in rapid succession. The RPG-30 was unveiled in 2008 by the State Research and Production Enterprise, Bazalt as a modern anti-tank grenade launcher designed to address the challenge of reactive armor and active protection systems (APS) on tanks.[1] Active protection systems such as ARENA-E, Drozd and Trophy defeat anti-armor munitions by destroying them before they reach their target. The RPG-30 is an intended response to the introduction of these systems. The RPG-30 has cleared its testing program and is waiting to be included in the Russian state arms procurement program as of November 2008. Taken into service in 2012–2013.<br/><br/>The last RPG is my personal favorite the RPG-29 is a Russian rocket-propelled grenade (RPG) launcher. Adopted by the Soviet Army in 1989, it was the last RPG to be adopted by the Soviet military before the fall of the Soviet Union in 1991. The RPG-29 has since been supplemented by other rocket-propelled systems, such as the RPG-30 and RPG-32 ""Hashim"". The RPG-29's PG-29V tandem-charge warhead is one of the few warhead systems that has penetrated the hulls of Western composite-armored main battle tanks in active combat. The RPG-29 was developed during the late 1980s, following the development of the RPG-26, and entered service with the Soviet army in 1989. It has recently seen intermittent use by irregular forces in the Middle East theater, including in combat against U.S./U.K. forces during the Iraq War, and the 2006 Lebanon War, when it was used against Israeli forces. Like the other RPG here there is a few dozen!<br/><br/>Here we have a even better Anti tank weapon known as the Swingfire a British wire-guided anti-tank missile developed in the 1960s and produced from 1966 until 1993. Swingfire was developed by Fairey Engineering Ltd and the British Aircraft Corporation. It replaced the Vickers Vigilant missile in British service. Its design incorporated elements from its predecessor the Vigilant and the experimental Orange William missile.<br/>The name comes from the ability of the missile to make a rapid turn of up to ninety degrees after firing to bring it onto the line of the sighting mechanism. This means that the launcher vehicle could be concealed and the operator, using a portable sight, placed at a distance in a more advantageous firing position. with a 7 KG warhead and a maximum range of over 500 meters these 3 dozen puppys will be a major game changer in future combat scenarios across the wide field.<br/><br/>For grenade Launchers i brought us the AGS-17 a Soviet-designed automatic grenade launcher in service worldwide. The AGS-17 is a heavy infantry support weapon designed to operate from a tripod or mounted on an installation or vehicle. The AGS-17 fires 30 mm grenades in either direct or indirect fire to provide suppressive and lethal fire support against soft skinned or fortified targets.The weapon uses a blowback mechanism to sustain operation. Rounds are fired through a removable (to reduce barrel stress) rifled barrel.The standard metal ammunition box contains 30 linked rounds.The tripod is equipped with fine levelling gear for indirect fire trajectories. The AGS-17 fires 30×29 caliber (belted) cartridges with a steel cartridge case. Two types of ammunition are commonly fired from the AGS-17. The VOG-17M is the version of the original 30 mm grenade ammunition, which is currently available and has a basic high explosive fragmentation warhead. The VOG-30 is similar, but contains a better explosive filling and an enhanced fragmentation design that greatly increases the effective blast radius.The Bulgarian weapons manufacturer Arcus produces AR-ROG hand grenades based on VOG-17 cartridges and UZRGM (Russian: УЗРГМ), which is also a Soviet design of fuse. These weapons both the launcher and grenades will deal with any infantry in your way and with over 20 we are set to kill these bastards with a nice clever band.<br/><br/>I know you men have had problems with gambian air but now we no longer have to worry because good old Santy clause brought us a few packs of 9K32 Strela-2 a man-portable, shoulder-fired, low-altitude surface-to-air missile system with a high explosive warhead and passive infrared homing guidance. Broadly comparable in performance with the US Army FIM-43 Redeye, which was designed in 1959, it was the first generation of Soviet man-portable SAMs, entering service in 1968, with series production starting in 1970.<br/>Described by one expert as being ""the premier Russian export line"", the Strela and its variants have seen widespread use in nearly every regional conflict since 1968. The missile launcher system consists of the green missile launch tube containing the missile, a grip stock and a cylindrical thermal battery. The launch tube is reloadable at depot, but missile rounds are delivered to fire units in their launch tubes. The device can be reloaded up to five times. Strela being aimed, the lens of the seeker clearly visible When engaging slow or straight-receding targets, the operator tracks the target with the iron sights in the launch tube and applies half-trigger. This action ""uncages"" the seeker and allows its attempt to track. If target IR signature can be tracked against the background present, this is indicated by a light and a buzzer sound. The shooter then pulls the trigger fully, and immediately applies lead and superelevation. This method is called a manual engagement. An automatic mode, which is used against fast targets, allows the shooter to fully depress the trigger in one pull followed by immediate lead and superelevation of the launch tube. The seeker will uncage and will automatically launch the missile if a strong enough signal is detected.<br/>Manufacturer lists reaction time measured from carrying position (missile carried at soldier's back with protective covers) to missile launch to be 13 seconds, a figure that is achievable but requires considerable training and skill in missile handling. With launcher on the shoulder, covers removed and sights extended, reaction time from fire command to launch reduces to 6–10 seconds, depending greatly on target difficulty and shooter's skill. After activating the power supply to the missile electronics, the gunner waits for electricity supply and gyros to stabilize, puts the sights on target and tracks it smoothly with the launch tube's iron sights, and pulls the trigger on the grip stock. This activates the seeker electronics and the missile attempts to lock onto the target. If the target is producing a strong enough signal and the angular tracking rate is within acceptable launch parameters, the missile alerts the gunner that the target is locked on by illuminating a light in the sight mechanism, and producing a constant buzzing noise. The operator then has 0.8 seconds to provide lead to the target while the missiles on-board power supply is activated and the throw-out motor ignited. Should the target be outside acceptable parameters then the light cue in the sight and buzzer signal tell the gunner to re-aim the missile. On launch, the booster burns out before the missile leaves the launch tube at 32 m/s, and rotating the missile at approximately 20 revolutions per second. As the missile leaves the tube the two forward steering fins unfold, as do the four rear stabilizing tail fins. The self-destruct mechanism is then armed, which is set to destroy the missile after between 14 and 17 seconds to prevent it hitting the ground if it should miss the target. Strela shortly after launch, fins unfurled, just before sustainer motor activation Once the missile is five and half meters away from the gunner, approximately 0.3 seconds after leaving the launch tube it activates the rocket sustainer motor. The sustainer motor takes it to a velocity of 430 meters per second, and sustains it at this speed. Once it reaches peak speed at a distance of around 120 meters from the gunner, the final safety mechanism is disabled and the missile is fully armed. All told, the booster burns for 0.5 second and the driving engine for another 2.0 seconds. The missile's uncooled lead sulphide passive infra-red seeker head detects infrared radiation at below 2.8 μm in wavelength. It has a 1.9 degree field of view and can track at 9 degrees per second. The seeker head tracks the target with an amplitude-modulated spinning reticle (spin-scan or AM tracking), which attempts to keep the seeker constantly pointed towards the target. The spinning reticle measures the amount of incoming infrared (IR) energy. It does this by using a circular pattern that has solid portions and slats that allow the IR energy to pass through to the seeker. As the reticle spins IR energy passes through the open portions of the reticle. Based on where the IR energy falls on the reticle the amount or amplitude of IR energy allowed through to the seeker increases the closer to the center of the reticle. Therefore, the seeker is able to identify where the center of the IR energy is. If the seeker detects a decrease in the amplitude of the IR energy it steers the missile back towards where the IR energy was the strongest. The seeker's design creates a dead-space in the middle of the reticle. The center mounted reticle has no detection capability. This means that as the seeker tracks a target as soon as the seeker is dead center, (aimed directly at the IR source) there is a decrease in the amplitude of IR energy. The seeker interprets this decrease as being off target so it changes direction. This causes the missile to move off target until another decrease in IR energy is detected and the process repeats itself. This gives the missile a very noticeable wobble in flight as the seeker bounces in and out from the dead-space. This wobble becomes more pronounced as the missile closes on the target as the IR energy fills a greater portion of the reticle. These continuous course corrections effectively bleed energy from the missile reducing its range and velocity.The guidance of the SA-7 follows proportional convergence logic, also known as angle rate tracking system or pro-logic. In this method as the seeker tracks the target, the missile is turned towards where the seeker is turning towards – not where it is pointing at – relative to the missile longitudinal axis. Against a target flying in a straight-line course at constant speed, the angle rate of seeker-to-body reduces to zero when the missile is in a straight-line flight path to intercept point. Now these little guys are going to cause hell to those bastards and we will make sure to get them hard!<br/><br/>This is a few of the thing we have now. If you look around these crates contain a variety of guns both heavy and small from pistols to assault rifles and much more. The other big thing is a few shipments of body armor and some tactical gear like Radios and such for are use now as you can see behind me we now have AA guns and a few pieces of fine artillery all these come with crates of Ammunition. The boxs to the left contain explosives such as Grenades and mines which we will use in operations from now on along with this i brought around a few sets of homemade UAV my guy makes me these for a thousand each and i promise to get us some in the coming days but for now i ant you all to rest up for tomorrow because that is when we left hell guide us to burn these bastards i will see you all in the morning... Remember men we are lions and they are the sheep that we pray so would a lion fear a sheep? NO WE KILL THE SHEEP LIKE WE WILL KILL EVERY LAST PERSON WHO STAND IN THE WAY OF ARE TRUE GOAL THE FREEDOM OF GAMBIA!'<br/><br/><br/>after a few more words and instructions Johnathon let the men go as he set up they're training sessions and schedule which he had used to train his men of course Johnathon would leave the training to a few of his men that had been with him from the start but for now he would let the men look hoping that they were impressed or that his ""Special Friends"" were watching all while the commander lost his men to him....<br/><br/>The men were not allowed to touch the gear yet and were ordered to sleep at 9 pm that night for they're hell was soon to be released and he wante nothing more then to show off of course for now he waited for the commanders reaction along with the mens as he finished his talks with them.....<br/><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Schedule""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Wake up - 5:00 AM to 5:05 <br/><br/>10 K Running, exercises and obstacle course - 5:06 to 5:45 <br/><br/>Showers - 5:45 to 6:00<br/><br/>First meal - 6:00 to 6:30<br/><br/>Religion session/Break - 6:30 to 6:45<br/><br/>20 K run and physical exercised - 6:45 to 7:00<br/><br/>Pankration and Hand to hand combat training - 7:00 to 8:00<br/><br/>Artillery and gun training along with a run through are amazing training course - 8:00 to 10:00<br/><br/>Squad teamwork and training exercises - 10:00 to 11:00<br/><br/>Communications and tech training - 11:00 to 12;00<br/><br/>Five on Five simulated combat - 12:00 to 1:00<br/><br/>Second meal - 1:00 to 1:30<br/><br/>Exercises - 1:30 to 2:00<br/><br/>IED Making, Survival session and studying the tactics of combat - 2:00 to 3:00<br/><br/>Gun, unarmed and artillery training - 3:00 to 5:00<br/><br/>Studying the Gambian army - 5:00 to 6:00<br/><br/>Last meal - 6:00 to 6:30<br/><br/>10 K run in full gear - 6:30 to 7:00<br/><br/>Night training (Mix of standard training but in the night) - 7:00 to 9:00<br/><br/>Midnight 30 K run in full gear along with studying fighting styles and tactics then training - 9:00 to 11:00<br/><br/>Combat simulation (Night) - 11:00 to 12:00 <br/><br/>Lights out - 12:00<br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">All meals are to meet nutrition Values any man late for exercises will be dealt in the standard manor!</span></div></div></div>"
1746,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=400,2014-12-10T20:57:00,Zatak,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">To The Nation of Rome<br/>From The Russian federation and Iran</span></span><br/><br/>The glorious Russian federation must deny this request from you as we believe that this will only help to create hostility's between the East and west of course while we are open to trade with you we can not accept you apparent F-35 which we debate you even have however we would like to possibly increase relations as long as you attempt to end hostilities with the western nations ASAP<br/><br/>Along with this the Nation of Iran must also say that we will not risk this but are also open to trade between are two groups...<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Yours truly,<br/>Vladimir Putin &amp; Ali Khamenei</span></blockquote>"
1747,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=400,2014-12-10T21:19:00,The Greater Gambia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">GAF Airfield, Eastern Gambia</span><br/><br/><br/>""We have received reports from the garrison at Meresunda that the loyalists have stolen our latest shipment of supplies. That shipment contained rpg's AA systems, and artillery."" The intelligence officer said.""The loyalists didn't carry out actions like this until that toubab arrived, send in the GSAS operatives."" General Mboge ordered. Captain Alasan and his men came into the room.""Men, as you have heard. The loyalists have gained a new ally. His name is Johnathon Bell. We have tried to get a hold of the British to see if they had any intel on the man, but as usual, they're late. Last night, the Loyalists stole supplies right out from under us. They appeared more coordinated. Whoever this man is, he is obviously cut from a different cloth than the rest of them. Since the British have failed to respond to my message, we will have to take matters into our own hands. Your mission is to kill Johnathon Bell, if you see Colonel Tourey, eliminate him too, but Bell is your priority. He's too dangerous to be kept alive. He must be eliminated swiftly."" The GSAS operatives saluted and gathered their gear. They made their way to Jenba. Setting up a sniping position, once they were set up, they waited for Johnathon to appear."
1748,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=400,2014-12-10T21:24:00,Zatak,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22755654#p22755654"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">GAF Airfield, Eastern Gambia</span><br/><br/><br/>""We have received reports from the garrison at Meresunda that the loyalists have stolen our latest shipment of supplies. That shipment contained rpg's AA systems, and artillery."" The intelligence officer said.""The loyalists didn't carry out actions like this until that toubab arrived, send in the GSAS operatives."" General Mboge ordered. Captain Alasan and his men came into the room.""Men, as you have heard. The loyalists have gained a new ally. His name is Johnathon Bell. We have tried to get a hold of the British to see if they had any intel on the man, but as usual, they're late. Last night, the Loyalists stole supplies right out from under us. They appeared more coordinated. Whoever this man is, he is obviously cut from a different cloth than the rest of them. Since the British have failed to respond to my message, we will have to take matters into our own hands. Your mission is to kill Johnathon Bell, if you see Colonel Tourey, eliminate him too, but Bell is your priority. He's too dangerous to be kept alive. He must be eliminated swiftly."" The GSAS operatives saluted and gathered their gear. They made their way to Jenba. Setting up a sniping position, once they were set up, they waited for Johnathon to appear.</div></blockquote><br/>Jhonathon stood there sipping a cup of tea from here he looked harmless and most would not know him by name but rather by his face... when people saw his face they knew who and what he was which played to the fear factor now Jhon knew when he was being watched he felt it from the SAS before so it was nothing new so when he first spotted them he just stood there silently in the open like he knew....<br/><br/>Jhon sent the ""Best men"" to hunt these guys down an gave them the new equipment to boot along with a battle hawk (His last sadly) just in hopes of killing these bastards as he srood in the snipers sight perfectly... just... standing and humming...."
1749,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=400,2014-12-10T21:38:00,The Greater Gambia,"<blockquote><div><cite>ZATAK <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22755703#p22755703"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22755654#p22755654"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">GAF Airfield, Eastern Gambia</span><br/><br/><br/>""We have received reports from the garrison at Meresunda that the loyalists have stolen our latest shipment of supplies. That shipment contained rpg's AA systems, and artillery."" The intelligence officer said.""The loyalists didn't carry out actions like this until that toubab arrived, send in the GSAS operatives."" General Mboge ordered. Captain Alasan and his men came into the room.""Men, as you have heard. The loyalists have gained a new ally. His name is Johnathon Bell. We have tried to get a hold of the British to see if they had any intel on the man, but as usual, they're late. Last night, the Loyalists stole supplies right out from under us. They appeared more coordinated. Whoever this man is, he is obviously cut from a different cloth than the rest of them. Since the British have failed to respond to my message, we will have to take matters into our own hands. Your mission is to kill Johnathon Bell, if you see Colonel Tourey, eliminate him too, but Bell is your priority. He's too dangerous to be kept alive. He must be eliminated swiftly."" The GSAS operatives saluted and gathered their gear. They made their way to Jenba. Setting up a sniping position, once they were set up, they waited for Johnathon to appear.</div></blockquote><br/>Jhonathon stood there sipping a cup of tea from here he looked harmless and most would not know him by name but rather by his face... when people saw his face they knew who and what he was which played to the fear factor now Jhon knew when he was being watched he felt it from the SAS before so it was nothing new so when he first spotted them he just stood there silently in the open like he knew....<br/><br/>Jhon sent the ""Best men"" to hunt these guys down an gave them the new equipment to boot along with a battle hawk (His last sadly) just in hopes of killing these bastards as he srood in the snipers sight perfectly... just... standing and humming....</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""He's just sitting there, sipping tea."" Said the sniper of Alasan's fire team. Alasan chuckled.""Well he's british alright, do you have a shot?"" ""Yes I do, just give the sig...."" The sniper was interrupted by 10 armed men surrounding them.""GET UP!"" They shouted.""DROP YOUR WEAPONS!"" Seeing as there was no way out, the GSAS operatives dropped there weapons and were herded to the village where they were brought in front of Jhon."
1750,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=400,2014-12-10T21:43:00,Zatak,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22755797#p22755797"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>ZATAK <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22755703#p22755703"">wrote</a>:</cite>Jhonathon stood there sipping a cup of tea from here he looked harmless and most would not know him by name but rather by his face... when people saw his face they knew who and what he was which played to the fear factor now Jhon knew when he was being watched he felt it from the SAS before so it was nothing new so when he first spotted them he just stood there silently in the open like he knew....<br/><br/>Jhon sent the ""Best men"" to hunt these guys down an gave them the new equipment to boot along with a battle hawk (His last sadly) just in hopes of killing these bastards as he srood in the snipers sight perfectly... just... standing and humming....</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""He's just sitting there, sipping tea."" Said the sniper of Alasan's fire team. Alasan chuckled.""Well he's british alright, do you have a shot?"" ""Yes I do, just give the sig...."" The sniper was interrupted by 10 armed men surrounding them.""GET UP!"" They shouted.""DROP YOUR WEAPONS!"" Seeing as there was no way out, the GSAS operatives dropped there weapons and were herded to the village where they were brought in front of Jhon.</div></blockquote><br/>""Shit i was right... I guess the Gambian military's ""Best"" arnt do great to get captured by ten of my men.. but i guess that does not matter... Strip them of they're gear and let them go... bring them food and drinks as well for me please"", Johnathon asked as he ordered his men to get to work before sitting own in his chair looking at each man with his devilish eyes just ready to feel they're blood touch his skin in there screams of agony but for once he would just let them go...<br/><br/>""I guess you know who i am and what i do... tell me why you are here?"", he asked as his men brought the special forces water and some bread along with a few chairs to sit in so they could talk....."
1751,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=400,2014-12-10T21:55:00,The Greater Gambia,"<blockquote><div><cite>ZATAK <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22755821#p22755821"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22755797#p22755797"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""He's just sitting there, sipping tea."" Said the sniper of Alasan's fire team. Alasan chuckled.""Well he's british alright, do you have a shot?"" ""Yes I do, just give the sig...."" The sniper was interrupted by 10 armed men surrounding them.""GET UP!"" They shouted.""DROP YOUR WEAPONS!"" Seeing as there was no way out, the GSAS operatives dropped there weapons and were herded to the village where they were brought in front of Jhon.</div></blockquote><br/>""Shit i was right... I guess the Gambian military's ""Best"" arnt do great to get captured by ten of my men.. but i guess that does not matter... Strip them of they're gear and let them go... bring them food and drinks as well for me please"", Johnathon asked as he ordered his men to get to work before sitting own in his chair looking at each man with his devilish eyes just ready to feel they're blood touch his skin in there screams of agony but for once he would just let them go...<br/><br/>""I guess you know who i am and what i do... tell me why you are here?"", he asked as his men brought the special forces water and some bread along with a few chairs to sit in so they could talk.....</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""I think I speak for my team when I say we weren't expecting this."" Alasan said sitting down but refusing the bread. Colonel Tourey came rushing out.""WHAT IS THE MEANING OF THIS!? WHY AREN'T THESE MEN DEAD!?"" He shouted, pulling out his pistol and aiming for Alasan's head."
1752,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=400,2014-12-10T21:59:00,Zatak,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22755887#p22755887"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>ZATAK <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22755821#p22755821"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Shit i was right... I guess the Gambian military's ""Best"" arnt do great to get captured by ten of my men.. but i guess that does not matter... Strip them of they're gear and let them go... bring them food and drinks as well for me please"", Johnathon asked as he ordered his men to get to work before sitting own in his chair looking at each man with his devilish eyes just ready to feel they're blood touch his skin in there screams of agony but for once he would just let them go...<br/><br/>""I guess you know who i am and what i do... tell me why you are here?"", he asked as his men brought the special forces water and some bread along with a few chairs to sit in so they could talk.....</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""I think I speak for my team when I say we weren't expecting this."" Alasan said sitting down but refusing the bread. Colonel Tourey came rushing out.""WHAT IS THE MEANING OF THIS!? WHY AREN'T THESE MEN DEAD!?"" He shouted, pulling out his pistol and aiming for Alasan's head.</div></blockquote><br/>""Calm down commander... they are my guests of honor.. I was just asking why they were spying on me.... maybe for the 50 Million on my head? or to stop me from making these men able to defeat your little military? the second one has passed... these men can take even you out as we just saw... do you even know who i am or are you merely in the dark?"", Jhonathon asked as he whipped his pistol out at the commander aiming right at his testicles... his hand reache for the trigger yet he did not push... yet at least as he waited for a quick and easy response..."
1753,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=400,2014-12-10T22:04:00,The Greater Gambia,"<blockquote><div><cite>ZATAK <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22755905#p22755905"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22755887#p22755887"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""I think I speak for my team when I say we weren't expecting this."" Alasan said sitting down but refusing the bread. Colonel Tourey came rushing out.""WHAT IS THE MEANING OF THIS!? WHY AREN'T THESE MEN DEAD!?"" He shouted, pulling out his pistol and aiming for Alasan's head.</div></blockquote><br/>""Calm down commander... they are my guests of honor.. I was just asking why they were spying on me.... maybe for the 50 Million on my head? or to stop me from making these men able to defeat your little military? the second one has passed... these men can take even you out as we just saw... do you even know who i am or are you merely in the dark?"", Jhonathon asked as he whipped his pistol out at the commander aiming right at his testicles... his hand reache for the trigger yet he did not push... yet at least as he waited for a quick and easy response...</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Sir, I think you need to calm down."" Said one of the loyalists. Colonel Tourey turned around to see who had said that. He saw one of his men looking him straight in the eye, not cowering like they used to. He looked as if he was ready to kill the colonel. The Colonel looked around at the rest of ""his"" men, they all had the same look.""Fine..."" Tourey said defeated as he lowered his weapon and sulked back to his building.""Trouble in paradise I see."" Alasan said."
1754,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=400,2014-12-10T22:11:00,Zatak,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22755945#p22755945"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>ZATAK <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22755905#p22755905"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Calm down commander... they are my guests of honor.. I was just asking why they were spying on me.... maybe for the 50 Million on my head? or to stop me from making these men able to defeat your little military? the second one has passed... these men can take even you out as we just saw... do you even know who i am or are you merely in the dark?"", Jhonathon asked as he whipped his pistol out at the commander aiming right at his testicles... his hand reache for the trigger yet he did not push... yet at least as he waited for a quick and easy response...</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Sir, I think you need to calm down."" Said one of the loyalists. Colonel Tourey turned around to see who had said that. He saw one of his men looking him straight in the eye, not cowering like they used to. He looked as if he was ready to kill the colonel. The Colonel looked around at the rest of ""his"" men, they all had the same look.""Fine..."" Tourey said defeated as he lowered his weapon and sulked back to his building.""Trouble in paradise I see."" Alasan said.</div></blockquote><br/>""I would not worry about him... before me these men used machetes and now they use UAV... These men go through training that even you would fear every day and because of that they are ready to stand here and die for they're country men just as you have. These men here are not evil but just the same people you swore to defend and like you before they take up arms now for they're home. I gave them the gear.. I gave them the training and the honor.... these men are not my men but my brothers and i respect each and every one of them as such and will continue to do so till the day i die..... Your military will come here looking for you and they will die.. but when they do my men will show them what hell is.. ISNT THAT RIGHT MEN!', Johnathon said as he raised his gun into the air and fired off a shot giving a glare to the men as he waite for his previous questions to be answered by these idiots."
1755,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=400,2014-12-10T22:12:00,The Greater Gambia,"<blockquote><div><cite>ZATAK <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22755983#p22755983"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22755945#p22755945"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""Sir, I think you need to calm down."" Said one of the loyalists. Colonel Tourey turned around to see who had said that. He saw one of his men looking him straight in the eye, not cowering like they used to. He looked as if he was ready to kill the colonel. The Colonel looked around at the rest of ""his"" men, they all had the same look.""Fine..."" Tourey said defeated as he lowered his weapon and sulked back to his building.""Trouble in paradise I see."" Alasan said.</div></blockquote><br/>""I would not worry about him... before me these men used machetes and now they use UAV... These men go through training that even you would fear every day and because of that they are ready to stand here and die for they're country men just as you have. These men here are not evil but just the same people you swore to defend and like you before they take up arms now for they're home. I gave them the gear.. I gave them the training and the honor.... these men are not my men but my brothers and i respect each and every one of them as such and will continue to do so till the day i die..... Your military will come here looking for you and when they do my men will show them what hell is.. ISNT THAT RIGHT MEN!', Johnathon said as he raised his gun into the air and fired off a shot giving a glare to the men as he waite for his previous questions to be answered by these idiots.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""You do realize that these men have been slaughtering civilians right? We have seen what's left after they've gone."" Said Alasan."
1756,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=400,2014-12-10T22:15:00,Zatak,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22755996#p22755996"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>ZATAK <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22755983#p22755983"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I would not worry about him... before me these men used machetes and now they use UAV... These men go through training that even you would fear every day and because of that they are ready to stand here and die for they're country men just as you have. These men here are not evil but just the same people you swore to defend and like you before they take up arms now for they're home. I gave them the gear.. I gave them the training and the honor.... these men are not my men but my brothers and i respect each and every one of them as such and will continue to do so till the day i die..... Your military will come here looking for you and when they do my men will show them what hell is.. ISNT THAT RIGHT MEN!', Johnathon said as he raised his gun into the air and fired off a shot giving a glare to the men as he waite for his previous questions to be answered by these idiots.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""You do realize that these men have been slaughtering civilians right? We have seen what's left after they've gone."" Said Alasan.</div></blockquote><br/>""Sometimes the innocent die... I could of killed you but i did not.... My men are more then ready to take your little force out and if they come here looking... they will burn... and if they do not..... you will.... I do wish for my questions to be answered though... Who are you and what do you want also do you know who i am or am i just some random Irishman?"", He asked as he loaded his pistol and pointed it at one of the men randomly hoping to gain they're fear and respect."
1757,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=400,2014-12-10T22:19:00,The Greater Gambia,"<blockquote><div><cite>ZATAK <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22756022#p22756022"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22755996#p22755996"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""You do realize that these men have been slaughtering civilians right? We have seen what's left after they've gone."" Said Alasan.</div></blockquote><br/>""Sometimes the innocent die... I could of killed you but i did not.... My men are more then ready to take your little force out and if they come here looking... they will burn... and if they do not..... you will.... I do wish for my questions to be answered though... Who are you and what do you want also do you know who i am or am i just some random Irishman?"", He asked as he loaded his pistol and pointed it at one of the men randomly hoping to gain they're fear and respect.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""We're just here for simple reconnaissance, we're investigating a certain toubab who's been causing a lot of trouble."" Alasan said.""What was that about a 50 million dollars?"" Alasan asked genuinely confused."
1758,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=400,2014-12-10T22:23:00,Zatak,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22756052#p22756052"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>ZATAK <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22756022#p22756022"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Sometimes the innocent die... I could of killed you but i did not.... My men are more then ready to take your little force out and if they come here looking... they will burn... and if they do not..... you will.... I do wish for my questions to be answered though... Who are you and what do you want also do you know who i am or am i just some random Irishman?"", He asked as he loaded his pistol and pointed it at one of the men randomly hoping to gain they're fear and respect.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""We're just here for simple reconnaissance, we're investigating a certain toubab who's been causing a lot of trouble."" Alasan said.""What was that about a 50 million dollars?"" Alasan asked genuinely confused.</div></blockquote><br/>""I am Johnathon bell ranked fourth on the FBI and UN's most wanted list.... I was the guy behind the western chain attacks and the IRA campaign... i have a 50 million dollar live bounty on me and who is the youngest here"", Johnathon said hoping that they would know him for that while also thinking of a plan for the future and putting his men on high defensive alert and to be ""Prepared for major armor and air"" betting that though unlikely if the military came they needed to get ready..."
1759,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=400,2014-12-10T22:24:00,Protector Galactics,"The Chinese fleet was deployed heading to a few Chinese naval bases in the Pacific. Trade ships carrying artillery MLRs and a few tanks were escorted by Chinese destroyers. J-10b jet fighters were also escorting the fleet. China claims their just doing Practices to be prepared for any situation. But their really testing some new weapons of warfare. The Chinese are testing their own railgun to see if it can become available for the navy. The Test were ran under Chinese Admiral Shaw Lee. Shaw Lee was a man with no fear. He stricken his entire navy to be one of the most perfect fleet in China. He laws were harsh but he had the mentality of a wise man.<br/>""We will rendezvous with the carrier fleet here In this point. Then we will sail together to the island. Once we arrive I want Colonel Shin to secure the island. Then we build an airbase and make a base wide enough for testing. The Railgun will be carefully placed in a secure position of the island. Then we conduct our test."" Is that clear gentlemen?"" The officer noded their heads agreeing to Admiral Lee. ""Good. Set the fleet to this course to intercept the carrier fleet.""<br/><br/>As the fleet sailed to the rendezvous point. Back in the Chinese homeland, China is preparing to launch a spy satellite over Italy. The Chinese space program is preparing the rockets and fitting the satellite into the rocket. They wanted to see what Rome was up to. China still used the Soyuz rocket as their primary rocket. But they started designs of their own. Soon China will have clear info on whats going on.<br/><br/>Just to be a more clear in whats happening in Italy. China sent a spy disguised as a immigrant. The Chinese spy was empty handed to make him pass immigration in Italy, Once he was in Italy China sent the spy's supplies one piece at a time. Soon the spy was headed to the airport to start his mission.<br/><br/>Spy's personal/work notebook: The airport was packed. Everyone was in a hustle. Chinese businessmen everywhere. Wealthy people heading to the U.S. Once I got to the security checkpoint long lines formed for what seemed like miles to me. But in half an hour I made is through Security and Customs. Now i'm at the gate waiting for my flight. Out of the blue sky came my flight. As it taxied a small trail of smoke came out of it. So soon my flight was cancelled.<br/>I had to wait for an hour before they fixed it up. Now i'm inside. The flight stewart was showing everyone the safety procedures. Now the planes jet engines roared we were moving in quite fast speed. But I feel too tired to write some more. I got a long trip ahead of me. I better get some rest."
1760,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=400,2014-12-10T22:25:00,The Greater Gambia,"<blockquote><div><cite>ZATAK <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22756081#p22756081"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22756052#p22756052"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""We're just here for simple reconnaissance, we're investigating a certain toubab who's been causing a lot of trouble."" Alasan said.""What was that about a 50 million dollars?"" Alasan asked genuinely confused.</div></blockquote><br/>""I am Johnathon bell ranked fourth on the FBI and UN's most wanted list.... I was the guy behind the western chain attacks and the IRA campaign... i have a 50 million dollar live bounty on me and who is the youngest here"", Johnathon said hoping that they would know him for that while also thinking of a plan for the future and putting his men on high defensive alert and to be ""Prepared for major armor and air"" betting that though unlikely if the military came they needed to get ready...</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""heard something about that, I apologize, we don't get that much information down here."" Thinking of a way to still carry out the mission."
1761,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=400,2014-12-10T22:26:00,Zatak,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22756103#p22756103"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>ZATAK <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22756081#p22756081"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I am Johnathon bell ranked fourth on the FBI and UN's most wanted list.... I was the guy behind the western chain attacks and the IRA campaign... i have a 50 million dollar live bounty on me and who is the youngest here"", Johnathon said hoping that they would know him for that while also thinking of a plan for the future and putting his men on high defensive alert and to be ""Prepared for major armor and air"" betting that though unlikely if the military came they needed to get ready...</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""heard something about that, I apologize, we don't get that much information down here."" Thinking of a way to still carry out the mission.</div></blockquote><br/>""Who is the youngest here?"", The man asked as he started playing with his Knife/Short sword thing trying to pass the time bored as all hell from these idiots..."
1762,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=425,2014-12-10T22:28:00,The Greater Gambia,"""I am."" Said the team's sniper."
1763,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=425,2014-12-10T22:30:00,Zatak,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22756134#p22756134"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I am."" Said the team's sniper.</div></blockquote><br/>""Do you have a family boy?..."", Johnathon asked as he stood up and walked over to the man getting face to face with him as he ordered his men to forcefully and brutally detain the other members of the special forces while he pulled the man up to him..."
1764,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=425,2014-12-10T22:35:00,The Greater Gambia,"<blockquote><div><cite>ZATAK <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22756147#p22756147"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22756134#p22756134"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I am."" Said the team's sniper.</div></blockquote><br/>""Do you have a family boy?..."", Johnathon asked as he stood up and walked over to the man getting face to face with him as he ordered his men to forcefully and brutally detain the other members of the special forces while he pulled the man up to him...</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""No one that you would know."" The sniper looked over to the men detaining his comrades.""Up yours you (mandinka equivalant to cunts)"". He said in Mandinka. One of the loyalists heard him and came over hitting him with the butt of his rifle. Knocking him out instantly."
1765,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=425,2014-12-10T22:41:00,Zatak,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22756170#p22756170"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>ZATAK <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22756147#p22756147"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Do you have a family boy?..."", Johnathon asked as he stood up and walked over to the man getting face to face with him as he ordered his men to forcefully and brutally detain the other members of the special forces while he pulled the man up to him...</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""No one that you would know."" The sniper looked over to the men detaining his comrades.""Up yours you (mandinka equivalant to cunts)"". He said in Mandinka. One of the loyalists heard him and came over hitting him with the butt of his rifle. Knocking him out instantly.</div></blockquote><br/>Johnathon brought the knocked out man over to the team leader putting his arm behind his neck and setting the knocked out mans head on his lap with a smirk before turning into a devilish smile as he dug his knife into the snipers neck... the blood gushed as he slowly moved the knife back and forth and sound of it was.... explainable as his screams turned to gargles after two minutes his head was off... just sitting in his lap and Johnathon stood up with a smile and sat back down.... smiling..... before he finally opened his mouth to speak, ""Aw you two look cute together!"", Johnathon said happily..."
1766,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=425,2014-12-10T22:52:00,The Greater Gambia,"""YOU BASTARD!"" Said the other operatives.""I'LL KILL YOU!"" they tried lunging for Johnathon before being beaten down by the guards. Alasan spoke up.""Fine, I'll talk, just let thes two go."""
1767,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=425,2014-12-10T22:55:00,Zatak,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22756259#p22756259"">wrote</a>:</cite>""YOU BASTARD!"" Said the other operatives.""I'LL KILL YOU!"" they tried lunging for Johnathon before being beaten down by the guards. Alasan spoke up.""Fine, I'll talk, just let thes two go.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Let them go men... as for you i want you to call for full on backup.."", Said Johnathon as he let the two men go but not before ordering his men here to ""Show the lion to them the lambs"".... he was really not that evil and was lonely without his new wife Minmay who he meet in China while seeing President Xi..."
1768,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=425,2014-12-10T22:59:00,The Greater Gambia,"They two operatives looked at their captain obviously not wanting to do it.""Go, just do what the toubab says."" Alasan said. The two men were escorted out of the village, where they walked back to the airfield, they planned to avenge their comrades."
1769,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=425,2014-12-10T23:01:00,Zatak,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22756303#p22756303"">wrote</a>:</cite>They two operatives looked at their captain obviously not wanting to do it.""Go, just do what the toubab says."" Alasan said. The two men were escorted out of the village, where they walked back to the airfield, they planned to avenge their comrades.</div></blockquote><br/>""Would you like some tea? I want that backup called now... and mention that most of re men are here', Jhon demanded as he held a knife to the mans neck and a gun to his testicles ready to strike him down now and watch him burn in hell...."
1770,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=425,2014-12-10T23:06:00,The Greater Gambia,"""I'll call them in when I know my men have made it back to base."" Alasan said defiantly.""And I think we are far beyond pleasantries."""
1771,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=425,2014-12-10T23:08:00,Zatak,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22756361#p22756361"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I'll call them in when I know my men have made it back to base."" Alasan said defiantly.""And I think we are far beyond pleasantries.""</div></blockquote><br/>""They are... Trust me... oh and when you see terry tell him i said hi!"", Johnathon said as he took a sip of the tea before his face went serious and he dumped the hot drink onto the mans crotch all while keeping that serious look plastered on his face..."
1772,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=425,2014-12-10T23:11:00,The Greater Gambia,"Alasan clenched his teeth."" You know.... You have a weird fascination with testicles, if Jammeh was still in charge, you would be raped by the guards in a prison by now."""
1773,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=425,2014-12-10T23:14:00,Zatak,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22756388#p22756388"">wrote</a>:</cite>Alasan clenched his teeth."" You know.... You have a weird fascination with testicles, if Jammeh was still in charge, you would be raped by the guards in a prison by now.""</div></blockquote><br/>""He was a major ally to me.."". Johnathon said as he grew tired of this man and just decided to grab his gun, point it at his head and pull the trigger....."
1774,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=425,2014-12-10T23:23:00,Pimps Inc,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Airspace over The Gambia</span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Well....FUCK!</span><br/><br/>Juarez repeated the words on the piece of paper over and over again and yet,could not process the meaning and put the words and letters into sentences.The orders had been sent by ORCC High Command and the President:<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">ABORT OPERATION CHRIST AND LEAVE THE COUNTRY.STOP.NEW ORDERS ARE AS FOLLOW.STOP.GO TO THE GAMBIA AND OVERSEE THE SHIPMENT OF WEAPONS.STOP.ASSURE THE WEAPONS DO NOT LAND IN THE HANDS OF REBELS OR TROUBLEMAKERS OF THE SORT.STOP.ORDERS TO BE CARRIED OUT,IMMEDIATELY.STOP.</span><br/><br/>He crumpled it up,finally,and threw it away,making a small thud noise as it hit the edge of the garbage bin and came to rest on the floor.The ran his hands through his hair and silently cursed,once again.The plan to control all organized crime in Italy,the operation being dubbed ""Operation Christ"" had been delayed until further notice.Now,he was on a flight on his private plane on the way to The Gambia.The white jet streaked across the sky and into dangerous waters...."
1775,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=425,2014-12-10T23:49:00,Licata,"<span style=""font-size: 300%; line-height: 116%;""><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Roma</span></span></div></span><br/><br/>By orders of Consul Matteo Renzi, An intervention force has been prepared to deal with the terror group in Gambia consisting of 3,900 GIS operatives. Carrier group Guiseppe is on standby with its 18 harriers.<br/><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""color: red"">Top Secret</span></span><br/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.williammarshalstore.com/1040-large_default/roman-legion-maroon-gold-seal-shirt.jpg""/></div><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">"" Senātus Populusque Rōmānus""</span></span></span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">To the Government of The Gambia</span></span>,<br/><br/>Once more I say you need my assistance. Here is my offer; Apologize for you incompetence in upholding your side of the deal in regards to my embassy and for the divide that followed, in exchange I will deploy a sizable force to alleviate your men.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Matteo Renzi, Consul of Rome</span></span></blockquote>"
1776,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=425,2014-12-11T00:03:00,The Greater Gambia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Licata <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22756581#p22756581"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-size: 300%; line-height: 116%;""><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Roma</span></span></div></span><br/><br/>By orders of Consul Matteo Renzi, An intervention force has been prepared to deal with the terror group in Gambia consisting of 3,900 GIS operatives. Carrier group Guiseppe is on standby with its 18 harriers.<br/><br/> <br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""color: red"">Top Secret</span></span><br/><br/><br/><div align=""center"">(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://www.williammarshalstore.com/1040-large_default/roman-legion-maroon-gold-seal-shirt.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">"" Senātus Populusque Rōmānus""</span></span></span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">To the Government of The Gambia</span></span>,<br/><br/>Once more I say you need my assistance. Here is my offer; Apologize for you incompetence in upholding your side of the deal in regards to my embassy and for the divide that followed, in exchange I will deploy a sizable force to alleviate your men.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Matteo Renzi, Consul of Rome</span></span></blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>Boro Jobateh was stressed. The situation in the Central River LGA was deteriorating, the rebels were gaining more numbers by the day, mostly from outside the Banjul and Brikama LGA's, they had stolen weapons meant to supply the GAF, and the worst of all, the loyalists had killed one of their best GSAS operatives.When an aide sent in a message from Italy, I'm sorry, Rome. It was just another thing on a large pile of troubles.<br/><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Italy<br/>From: The Gambia<br/>Encryption:High<br/><br/>We are running out of options for this situation, but we still have a few left. We will forever be grateful to Italy for how they helped us overthrow Jammeh, and we are deeply saddened by the attack on the embassy. We still maintain our previous stance, We will allow a carrier group to be stationed in the Gambia. We will allow 1,000 Italian troops to be stationed within our country during this crisis, and all Italian troops should act as support for Gambian troops, this is our fight and we shall take the brunt of it. These are the terms, we will win this with or without you.</blockquote>"
1777,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=425,2014-12-11T00:08:00,Licata,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Consul's Office</span><br/><br/>After reading the note sent in response to his generous offer to Gambia Matteo laughed out loud. He knew that this would cripple Gambia for their entire existence, however long that maybe. He walked to a roaring fireplace that he'd had installed not a month ago, and burnt the note.<br/><br/>The forces rallied to support Gambia were redeployed to their normal roles."
1778,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=425,2014-12-11T05:16:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22755383#p22755383"">wrote</a>:</cite>After Independent deals were not met to China, President Xi invited The Prime Minister of Tibet to Beijing to discuss the matters. <br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>To: Prime Minister of Tibet<br/>From: President Xi Jinping of China<br/>I would like to discuss with you about our deals that haven't bin met to this deadline. I would like to invite you to Beijing to discuss this matter.<br/>President Xi Jinping</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Seeing that Rome has interesting tech President Xi wants to play a little corruption to the Romans.<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>To: Rome<br/>From: President Xi Jinping<br/>We will support you. Please ship the tech to us first to make sure we have a deal. We will mobilize our fleet to the mediterranean. <br/>President Xi Jinping</div></blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">TO: China<br/>From: Tibet<br/>We would like to meet as well, when would be a good time?</blockquote>"
1779,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=425,2014-12-11T08:41:00,Protector Galactics,TO: Tibet<br/>From: China<br/>A soon as possible. This a really urgent talk.
1780,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=425,2014-12-11T09:16:00,Protector Galactics,"In The Capital of Beijing. Businessmen are crowding in the Fengtai district claiming even more money from Wall ST for what seem like thousands of miles away. Businessmen are talking over the phone talking to American businessmen creating even more money. Meanwhile back at the factories, low class Chinese civilians are working in steel and plastic with a mess of orders from the U.S they work hard for a 12 hour shift each. The hard working Chinese men barely get any profit from their work. But as long as the government provides them with transportation, housing, lighting, Food and water they think they will be just fine.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, the Chinese 4th fleet met up with the carrier fleet and together they sailed to a small uncivilized volcano island. Admiral Shaw Lee was informed that a great monsoon was in the island position. Admiral Lee demanded to sail through the storm. As the ships sail through the storm the crew who were new to this situation were frightened. But Admiral Lee was stricken in this situation. The carrier flight decks were filled with mist from the waves that are impacting the carrier every 10 seconds. It seemed like the monstrous waves will destroy the fleet at any second. But Admiral Lee insisted that they sail at full speed. The fleet soon saw the island but the storm still raged. The Landing ships soon were launched. The troops made it to the shore but the wet sand made it hard for them to reach the main part of the island. As soon as all of the troops landed. They set up tents and started to break ground on the air field. Lucky enough there was a plot of land big enough for a runway. J-10b took off the wet aircraft carrier to check if there was no civilization on the island.<br/><br/>The spy landed in Switzerland and he is about to board another plane to Rome.<br/>Spy Notebook: We landed in Geneva. The weather was nice I never seen the sky this Blue before. All of the pollution in China never made they sky so blue.<br/>Now i'm boarding the Italian airways I will write more later."
1781,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=425,2014-12-11T09:26:00,Elepis,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/f/fb/Emblem_of_the_President_of_Turkey.svg/120px-Emblem_of_the_President_of_Turkey.svg.png""/></div><br/>To Gambia <br/><br/>The Republic of Turkey does not want to see the former dictator come back to power in Gambia. We are under no illusion that he will enact a swift purge of all those who were against him, leading to the deaths of thousands. That is why the Republic offer you a deal.<br/><br/>. Turkey will sell you 100 M60 Patton tanks at half of the original price <br/>. Turkey will sell you 20 F-4 Phantom II's at half the original price <br/>. 1,500 elite Maroon Berets will be sent to the Gambia to help crush the rebellion and train your men <br/>. 2,000 men of the regular Turkish army will stay in Gambia for two years after the defeat of the rebels to ensure peace.<br/><br/>Also, their is a certain Johnathon Bell who is wanted for 2 counts of terrorism in Turkey (assassinating the former Minister of Defense and blowing up a Turkish frigate in Northern Cyprus). My intelligence services tell me he is currently hiding in the Gambia or Senegal, I would like to know if you know his where abouts <br/><br/>Sabahattin Çakmakoğlu, Minister of National Defense</blockquote>"
1782,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=425,2014-12-11T10:34:00,Elepis,"With tensions rising across the world, particularly in the eastern Mediterranean region, the Republics had started a new program of defense. The army is now stronger and larger than it has ever been and more units are being posted to the Syrian border. 70,000 troops will be posted on the border to stop any cross border raids bu IS forces. Meanwhile, another 50,000 troops will be shipped to Northern Cyprus after a request by the government. The Turkish army has also sold a large amount of its older equipment to Northern Cyprus to equip its lightly armed army. These include 150 M60 Pattons, 200 FNSS ACV-15 IFV's and 100 BTR-80's.<br/><br/>In Turkey 3 of the new ""Re-Kemalisation"" laws are being put in place. These are as follows:<br/><br/>. All schools must teach at least 3 religions and atheism (many in central Anatolia only teach Islam) in RE<br/>. All Children must go to primary and secondary Schools<br/>. All schools must fly the national flag at the center of school grounds."
1783,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=425,2014-12-11T11:43:00,Licata,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Mare Nostrum!</span><br/><br/>Since the expansion of Mare nostrum over 36,000 immigrants fleeing wars in Africa and persecution in Europe have moved to Italia. Farms and small factories get an influx of free labor due to government subsidized pay. bands of prisoners have been brought into these refugee camps to begin construction of temporary housing, of course they are guarded by a large force of Carabinieri. Some locals complained, but were promptly compensated by the government.<br/><br/>5,000 of the immigrants joined the new immigrant-only Carabinieri units."
1784,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=425,2014-12-11T12:13:00,Licata,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Rome</span><br/><br/>because of Turkey's anti-Rome policies Matteo has decided to strike back.<br/><br/>By order of the Consul, the Armenian genocide is completely recognized. Along with the holocaust, the Armenian Genocide will be taught in detail to Rome's youth. The course will focus on criminalizing Nazism and turkey, as well as those who reject the occurrence of both events.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Coast of Albania</span><br/><br/>A Roman fleet of three frigates stop ominously just out side of Albania's waters."
1785,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=425,2014-12-11T12:36:00,Elepis,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To All countries of the world<br/><br/>Just over 100 years ago, 1.5 million citizens of the Ottoman empire were murdered by the troops meant to protect them. This has been denied and ignored by many previous Turkish governments but this new government recognizes it. The events that occurred in the Van region of the former Ottoman Empire are inexcusable war crimes and for this the nation of Turkey apologizes to Armenia. <br/><br/>No nation can blame Turkey for what happened, it was done by a different entity, ruled by different people. However from this moment, the Republic of Turkey officially recognizes the events of 1915 as a genocide.<br/><br/>Turkey also recognizes the following war crimes and genocides<br/><br/>. The crimes against humanity &amp; war crimes in Italian Libya<br/>. The crimes against humanity in Italian Ethiopia <br/><br/> Kemal Kılıçdaroğlu</blockquote><br/><br/>In response to Italian provocations against Albania, the Turkish 2nd Flotilla,Mediterranean Fleet has been mobilised and has been made ready to sail for Albania<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To Italy<br/><br/>I demand to know why you have moved ships in near Albanian waters. This is a clear violation of a nations sovereignty and will be treated as such. Albania is an ally of Turkey and your actions are thus a direct attack on the Republic itself. <br/><br/>Kemal Kılıçdaroğlu</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To Albania<br/><br/>To secure you cost against Italian provocations and to increase our friendship. I offer that the 2nd Flotilla,Mediterranean Fleet be moved to Albania to work with the Albanian navy. My men can conduct war games with your forces and help train them. <br/><br/>The flotilla is made up of, 3 destroyers, 3 frigates and 4 corvettes <br/><br/>Kemal Kılıçdaroğlu</blockquote>"
1786,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=425,2014-12-11T12:40:00,Protector Galactics,Somewhat of the air base was built. Communications were set in the base. The barracks were still under construction. The barracks were planned to be under ground for cooler temperature in the summer. The empty plot of land was flatten and made a good runway for bombers and heavy transport aircraft to land on. A plain and simple air traffic control tower was made out of bamboo. Then a Helicopter carrying the Railgun placed the gun on a stable position. After the rain stop troops started to build the base for the Rail Gun.<br/><br/>Spy's Notebook: I just landed in Rome. Here comes the test. Most of my friends from the Chinese spy agency never made it through Immigration. But i'm emptied handed so they will not know my business. Here I go....
1787,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=450,2014-12-11T13:01:00,The Great Ottoman Empire (Ancient),"<blockquote><div><cite>Licata <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22760743#p22760743"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Rome</span><br/><br/>because of Turkey's anti-Rome policies Matteo has decided to strike back.<br/><br/>By order of the Consul, the Armenian genocide is completely recognized. Along with the holocaust, the Armenian Genocide will be taught in detail to Rome's youth. The course will focus on criminalizing Nazism and turkey, as well as those who reject the occurrence of both events. <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Coast of Albania</span><br/><br/>A Roman fleet of three frigates stop ominously just out side of Albania's waters.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OFFICIAL TRANSMISSION OF THE REPUBLIC OF ALBANIA<br/>To: Consul Matteo of Rome(Italy)<br/>From: President Bujar Nishani of The Republic of Albania<br/>The Republic of Albania demands to know why 3 Roman ships have stopped of the Albanian Coast. Rome has already caused enough trouble with NATO, threatening Albania will bring NATO crashing down on you once again.<br/>END TRANSMISSION<br/><br/>TIRANA, REPUBLIC OF ALBANIA:<br/>Negotiations are almost finished. With Turkish support of a Federation of Albania and Kosovo, talks had progressed incredibly, leading to people assuming that unification would happen any day now. Serbia had not responded to this most recent negotiations, not making any of the usual threats. This worried Albania, as the President fears that Serbia is preparing for war. As France had not yet responded to Albania's letter, Albania decided to use it's limited time and rushed out a letter.<br/><br/>OFFICIAL TRANSMISSION OF THE REPUBLIC OF ALBANIA<br/>To: President Barack Obama of The United States of America<br/>From: President Bujar Nishani of The Republic of Albania<br/>My NATO Friend, I fear that Serbia is preparing for war with Albania. Serbia has not made any of the usual threats about unification with Kosovo, and this silence frightens us. Albania is also threatened by 3 Italian/Roman ships stationed off Albania's coast. Albania would like to negotiate the purchase of Jet Fighters from America, and we would also like to know that NATO will support Albania in the event of war.<br/>END TRANSMISSION"
1788,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=450,2014-12-11T13:17:00,The North German Commonwealth,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Great Ottoman Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22761180#p22761180"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Licata <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22760743#p22760743"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Rome</span><br/><br/>because of Turkey's anti-Rome policies Matteo has decided to strike back.<br/><br/>By order of the Consul, the Armenian genocide is completely recognized. Along with the holocaust, the Armenian Genocide will be taught in detail to Rome's youth. The course will focus on criminalizing Nazism and turkey, as well as those who reject the occurrence of both events. <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Coast of Albania</span><br/><br/>A Roman fleet of three frigates stop ominously just out side of Albania's waters.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OFFICIAL TRANSMISSION OF THE REPUBLIC OF ALBANIA<br/>To: Consul Matteo of Rome(Italy)<br/>From: President Bujar Nishani of The Republic of Albania<br/>The Republic of Albania demands to know why 3 Roman ships have stopped of the Albanian Coast. Rome has already caused enough trouble with NATO, threatening Albania will bring NATO crashing down on you once again. <br/>END TRANSMISSION<br/><br/>TIRANA, REPUBLIC OF ALBANIA:<br/>Negotiations are almost finished. With Turkish support of a Federation of Albania and Kosovo, talks had progressed incredibly, leading to people assuming that unification would happen any day now. Serbia had not responded to this most recent negotiations, not making any of the usual threats. This worried Albania, as the President fears that Serbia is preparing for war. As France had not yet responded to Albania's letter, Albania decided to use it's limited time and rushed out a letter.<br/><br/>OFFICIAL TRANSMISSION OF THE REPUBLIC OF ALBANIA<br/>To: President Barack Obama of The United States of America<br/>From: President Bujar Nishani of The Republic of Albania<br/>My NATO Friend, I fear that Serbia is preparing for war with Albania. Serbia has not made any of the usual threats about unification with Kosovo, and this silence frightens us. Albania is also threatened by 3 Italian/Roman ships stationed off Albania's coast. Albania would like to negotiate the purchase of Jet Fighters from America, and we would also like to know that NATO will support Albania in the event of war.<br/>END TRANSMISSION</div></blockquote><br/><br/>(OOC: so sorry guys, this is my other nation, I didn't know I wasn't posting on this account. So this is my post, I just did it on this account by accident. Sorry again)"
1789,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=450,2014-12-11T13:23:00,Protector Galactics,To: Albania<br/>From: China<br/>I do not agree with the Roman ships off your coast. For this action China will send its strongest fleet to your aid. We will not tolerate Rome's barbaric way's. And we will not let them threaten any other nation. Our fleet will arrive in a few weeks.<br/>President Xi of China
1790,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=450,2014-12-11T13:36:00,The North German Commonwealth,"<blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22761380#p22761380"">wrote</a>:</cite>To: Albania<br/>From: China<br/>I do not agree with the Roman ships off your coast. For this action China will send its strongest fleet to your aid. We will not tolerate Rome's barbaric way's. And we will not let them threaten any other nation. Our fleet will arrive in a few weeks.<br/>President Xi of China</div></blockquote><br/>OFFICIAL TRANSMISSION OF THE REPUBLIC OF ALBANIA<br/>To: The People's Republic of China<br/>From: The Republic of Albania<br/>Thank you, my friend. I will prepare the ports of Valona for your arrival. With China's assistance, ""Rome"" will be pushed back.<br/>END TRANSMISSION"
1791,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=450,2014-12-11T13:58:00,Zatak,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #FF0000"">Gambian Operatives; Operation Delta wind</span></span><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Tuesday, February, 14th, 2016<br/>3:30 AM</span><br/><br/><br/>The Gambia River (formerly known as the River Gambra) is a major river in West Africa, running 1,130 kilometres (700 mi) from the Fouta Djallon plateau in north Guinea westward through Senegal and the Gambia to the Atlantic Ocean at the city of Banjul. It is navigable for about half that length. The river is strongly associated with the Gambia, the smallest country in mainland Africa, which consists of little more than the downstream half of the river and its two banks.<br/> <br/>From the Fouta Djallon, the river runs northwest into the Tambacounda Region of Senegal, where it flows through the Parc National du Niokolo Koba, then is joined by the Nieri Ko and Koulountou before entering the Gambia at Fatoto. At this point the river runs generally west, but in a meandering course with a number of oxbows, and about 100 km from its mouth it gradually widens, to over 10 km wide where it meets the sea.<br/>Near the mouth of the river, near Juffure, is Kunta Kinteh Island, a place used in the slave trade which is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site.<br/><br/>The river is a strategic location for us to control and as such is a primary target to capture.The current resources we have are not enough to secure it as we lack the manpower so instead of that we will work to disturbing the flow of people they're by the use of Hit and Run tactics. The min goal of this operation is to stop the moving and transporting of Military men and goods as well as control the output of good and resources moving from the river. the use of Artillery is allowed and military transports with equipment are to be seized and returned to base Alpha just outside Janjanbureh. The other job is to promote are group and attempt to recruit members from the locals while destroying the economy of the river fishing and replace it with a loyalist backed fishing operation.<br/><br/>The next part of the operation is to control the flow of agriculture which runs over 60% of the economy the job of this is to promote farmers into only supplying the loyalists those who deny should be dealt with and they're crops taken or burned. The larger areas of farmers will be dealt with via poisoning the crops. This will be a country wide operation with small forces of are men sent around the country in which we hope to not only damage the economy but the supply of food severely. <br/><br/>The next offensive is to be a major attack on the Banjul International Airport this attack is to use a Backpack base explosive (3 actually) which will be dropped in the airport while 2 more are to be placed on the runways and detonated exactly 2 minutes after placement to give are men time to escape from the blast one. If still stuck the men are ordered to open fire or Suicide bomb nearby targets or hostiles.<br/><br/>The next operation will be a assault and attempted capture on the city of Janjanbureh. The operation will start when 20 of are men (Disguised as fishermen) will dock in the port with ""Fish"" after which the men will move out onto the port and wait. The other piece will be in the center of the city where 80 men will wait also armed with the small UAV force we have and wait. The third force will be the artillery and air defence force which will remain outside the city along with the fourth force of 120 men and the fifth force of armed civilian vehicles (Light, heavy or Grenade based machine guns). The operation starts with the seizing of the port area by are twenty operatives of the special division these men will be armed with the standard rifle in the form of the XM8, any pistol, M60 grenades and RPG-30 after which the men in the center will take out the police forces as they leave any take down the base of operations these men will be armed the same but with added SA-8 MANPADS and any type of machine gun wished. this will lead to the armored and fourth group blockading and entering the city with the artillery to provide cover and anti-air. the roads around the city will be mined to stop any Gambian reinforcements. there are reports of a military supply depot in the city and as such it is important we investigate and if they're seize it. This will be the first of the assaults in the operation while most of are men will work on hit and run.<br/><br/>After the city is taken are men will work on capturing the villages as fast as possible after capturing the capital of the Central river district we can quickly take the other zones while promoting are selves and trying to rally support in the district by showing the army's weakness in defending the capital of the district and promoting are selves as the only protectors. The talks about using helicopters is also to be taken seriously and as such any military or civilian boast and helicopter are to be taken so we may modify them for are personal needs along with this the seizing of cargo ships is to be promoted.<br/><br/>This is part one of the operations with the long term Agriculture and Fishing to start in a hour or five in the morning of this message being sent out while the Airport bombing is to happen in 2 hours or six in the morning to try and catch them off guard. The same times as the bombs go off we begin are assault on the capital as forces are distracted at the airport after all this we begin the taking of villages and assault on river forces and military locations. Further orders will be given after all of this takes place and as such i your commander Johnathon Bell wish you all luck an hope.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Yours truly,<br/>Johnathon Bell.</span></div></blockquote>"
1792,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=450,2014-12-11T14:04:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22759025#p22759025"">wrote</a>:</cite>TO: Tibet<br/>From: China<br/>A soon as possible. This a really urgent talk.</div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: China<br/>From: Tibet<br/>I will arrive in a few hours. My plane is prepped and will take off soon. I am looking forward to seeing you.</blockquote>"
1793,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=450,2014-12-11T14:32:00,The Greater Gambia,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/d/d4/Coat_of_arms_of_The_Gambia.svg/526px-Coat_of_arms_of_The_Gambia.svg.png""/></div><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Respones to Turkey</span> <br/><br/>We would like to clarify a bit of information, The former ""President"" Yahya Jammeh, was killed by Mauritanian border patrol when he tried to sneak into the country, the current loyalist threat is lead by an ex-colonel of the GAF named Amat Tourey. Back to the matter at hand, we will accept your help, while in the past, we would have asked that the number of troops be downgraded, unfortunately, the situation has gotten out of hand and we need all the help we can get. As for the Pattons and Phantoms, it is a gracious offer and we accept. I do have one request though, all foreign troops shall be in support roles, this is a Gambian matter, it would look like we can't defend ourselves if we let foriegners fight our battles for us. Thank you.<br/><br/>From: The Gambian President Boro Jobateh</blockquote>"
1794,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=450,2014-12-11T15:10:00,Licata,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Great Ottoman Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22761180#p22761180"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Licata <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22760743#p22760743"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Rome</span><br/><br/>because of Turkey's anti-Rome policies Matteo has decided to strike back.<br/><br/>By order of the Consul, the Armenian genocide is completely recognized. Along with the holocaust, the Armenian Genocide will be taught in detail to Rome's youth. The course will focus on criminalizing Nazism and turkey, as well as those who reject the occurrence of both events. <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Coast of Albania</span><br/><br/>A Roman fleet of three frigates stop ominously just out side of Albania's waters.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OFFICIAL TRANSMISSION OF THE REPUBLIC OF ALBANIA<br/>To: Consul Matteo of Rome(Italy)<br/>From: President Bujar Nishani of The Republic of Albania<br/>The Republic of Albania demands to know why 3 Roman ships have stopped of the Albanian Coast. Rome has already caused enough trouble with NATO, threatening Albania will bring NATO crashing down on you once again. <br/>END TRANSMISSION<br/><br/>TIRANA, REPUBLIC OF ALBANIA:<br/>Negotiations are almost finished. With Turkish support of a Federation of Albania and Kosovo, talks had progressed incredibly, leading to people assuming that unification would happen any day now. Serbia had not responded to this most recent negotiations, not making any of the usual threats. This worried Albania, as the President fears that Serbia is preparing for war. As France had not yet responded to Albania's letter, Albania decided to use it's limited time and rushed out a letter.<br/><br/>OFFICIAL TRANSMISSION OF THE REPUBLIC OF ALBANIA<br/>To: President Barack Obama of The United States of America<br/>From: President Bujar Nishani of The Republic of Albania<br/>My NATO Friend, I fear that Serbia is preparing for war with Albania. Serbia has not made any of the usual threats about unification with Kosovo, and this silence frightens us. Albania is also threatened by 3 Italian/Roman ships stationed off Albania's coast. Albania would like to negotiate the purchase of Jet Fighters from America, and we would also like to know that NATO will support Albania in the event of war.<br/>END TRANSMISSION</div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""color: red"">Not Secret</span></span><br/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.williammarshalstore.com/1040-large_default/roman-legion-maroon-gold-seal-shirt.jpg""/></div><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">"" Senātus Populusque Rōmānus""</span></span></span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">To the Government of Albania</span></span>,<br/><br/>You seem to be a bit too jumpy for a world leader, I'd advise you be careful. My ships are searching for old WW2 wreaks. Really, you are overreacting. There could be hundreds of reasons for ships to travel in international waters. <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Matteo Renzi, Consul of Rome</span></span></blockquote>"
1795,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=450,2014-12-11T15:14:00,The Greater Gambia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Gambian Military Airfield, Eastern Gambia</span><br/><br/>The base was a madhouse. The pilots had orders to train 20 more for the new Phantoms coming in, the order was given to add bedframes to the tanks to protect them from the Loyalists new RPGs. The base was also flooded with refugees, mostly ethnic minorities who had somehow been spared from being killed or worse by the Loyalists, General Mboge had ordered the evacuation of the entire district. Most were trying to make their way west towards the capital, for the war hadn't reached there yet. Malik's squad had received two new members for the time being, the remnants of Alasan's fire team. They were looking for revenge for the death of their comrades. 1,000 troops have been deployed to the region to reinforce the 500 troops already stationed their. Rumor was that the government was going to issue a draft.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Central River LGA, The Gambia</span><br/><br/>Not all civilians chose to evacuate, some decided that if they were going to die, they would take the loyalists who would murder and rape their families with them. It is estimated that there are 200 of these martyrs in the district, armed only with farming equipment, old hunting rifles, or if they were lucky, weapons gifted by sympathetic GAF soldiers. Stories have already begun circulating of a village that was able to fight off the loyalists when they came raiding."
1796,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=450,2014-12-11T15:15:00,Elepis,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22762113#p22762113"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center"">(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/d/d4/Coat_of_arms_of_The_Gambia.svg/526px-Coat_of_arms_of_The_Gambia.svg.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Respones to Turkey</span> <br/><br/>We would like to clarify a bit of information, The former ""President"" Yahya Jammeh, was killed by Mauritanian border patrol when he tried to sneak into the country, the current loyalist threat is lead by an ex-colonel of the GAF named Amat Tourey. Back to the matter at hand, we will accept your help, while in the past, we would have asked that the number of troops be downgraded, unfortunately, the situation has gotten out of hand and we need all the help we can get. As for the Pattons and Phantoms, it is a gracious offer and we accept. I do have one request though, all foreign troops shall be in support roles, this is a Gambian matter, it would look like we can't defend ourselves if we let foriegners fight our battles for us. Thank you.<br/><br/>From: The Gambian President Boro Jobateh</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/f/fb/Emblem_of_the_President_of_Turkey.svg/150px-Emblem_of_the_President_of_Turkey.svg.png""/></div><br/>To Republic of the Gambia<br/><br/>Thank you for clarifying. Anyway, the Special Force should arrive in the Gambia in the next few days. They will be equipped with the best equipment money can buy and are trained to the highest standard possible. They we also be supported by a small number of helicopters made up of the TAI/AgustaWestland T129, Bell AH-1Z Viper and the Sikorsky UH-60 Black Hawk. <br/><br/>We will also be willing to sell the Gambian army modern small arms (eg FN SCAR) and Armoured Fighting Vehicles (eg BTR-80 and FNSS ACV-15). Any equipment you buy will not have to be paid for until the crisis has passed.<br/><br/> <br/>Kemal Kılıçdaroğlu</blockquote>"
1797,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=450,2014-12-11T15:31:00,Licata,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Mediterranean Sea</span><br/><br/>The Cavour carrier fleet has just passed through the Sinai. They were ordered by Naval Command to patrol around Libya and Malta before returning to Port.<br/><br/>Twenty more Patrol Ships were commissioned to be built for the Roman navy. Otomat anti ship missiles are to become the navy's main weapon, mass production is to commence 15,000 are to be finished by 2017. The otomat is to be developed further, possible being made into mid range ballistic missiles. Fifteen million Italo-Euros, now renamed Denarii, are to be invested into this development."
1798,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=450,2014-12-11T16:48:00,Greater Mobile,"<div align=""center""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">The Republic of Rwanda</span></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/2k5Q2tS.png?1""/><br/><span style=""font-size: 85%; line-height: 116%;"">Unity, Work, Patriotism</span></div><br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Kigali, Rwanda</span><br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 15px;"">A</span>cool breeze broke through the humid haze that covered the streets of Kigali as president Kagame opened his curtains and peered out over the beautiful gardens of Urugwiro - the office and official residence of the president himself.<br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 15px;"">A</span>man clad in a finely tailored suit knocked softly on the open door as he entered the presidents office. ""Sir, Prime Minister Murekezi wishes to inform you that the parliament and the press are ready for your audience.""<br/><br/>""Of course,"" The president said unblinkingly, still staring out over his lawn, ""It is time.""<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""margin-left: 15px;"">Brothers,</span>Sisters, members of the parliament, and the ladies and gentlemen of the press, I am before you today on the steps of Urugwiro to inform you all of the state of our nation, and the biggest problem we face.<br/><br/>Rwanda is no United Kingdom. It is no Italy, Russia, or Germany. She is no world power. However, she is home, and she is well.<br/><br/>However, there are some - even among this audience today - that see our nation rising into prosperity and turn their hateful intentions against the country that bore them forth from their cribs and gave them life. These people, if they can be called as such, want nothing but pain for Rwanda and her people. I say to you today, such pain will not be suffered by this great nation.<br/><br/>As we speak, armed gangs chanting 'Liberation' seek to usurp the power of your democratically elected government and wage genocide on Rwandan minorities. I say to them, and to you: Have we not progressed past this barbaric mentality? Are we still the people that murdered over 1 million innocent men, women, and children, for no other reason than hatred?<br/><br/>We have progressed. We have changed. That is why the goverment of Rwanda, and her hand: The Rwandan Defense Force, will dispose of any group or person that seeks to commit atrocities in our great nation.<br/><br/>These are not liberators of which I speak. They are not 'freedom fighters'. They are treasonous terrorists.<br/><br/>I am here to announce today that they are committing crimes that will receive nothing short of capital punishment. For today in the Republic of Rwanda, I along with my allies in the Rwandan Patriotic Front have ushered forth legislation allowing us to use any measures necessary to defend our people from these worms that dare call themselves Rwandans! This act of law, formally the Rwandan Act regarding Treasonous groups and persons (informally the RAT bill), will allow the strong arm of the law greater power to hunt down these people and deliver swift justice.<br/><br/>We are Rwanda. A land of laws. A land of unity. And with this legislation, we will move closer to being land of Peace.</blockquote><br/><br/>After his speech, the president remained to answer a few questions before retreating back into his palace. He looked back over the crowd and smiled. This marks the start of a new Rwanda.<span style=""font-style: italic"">No,</span>he thought<span style=""font-style: italic"">a restored Rwanda.</span><br/><br/>After the members of parliament returned and entered the floor, the president then resumed in the negotiations that have been taking place for over a week now. Negotiations that involved opening relations with The Gambia, who are in a state of civil war. The negotiations are dwindling down, and it appears that in the days to come, the nation of Rwanda will attempt to send a diplomatic envoy to the war stricken nation - though as is the case with politics, there can be no certainty.<br/><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">The Republic of Rwanda</span></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/2k5Q2tS.png?1""/><br/><span style=""font-size: 85%; line-height: 116%;"">Unity, Work, Patriotism</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #0040BF"">The Rwandan Act regarding Treasonous groups and persons</span></span><br/><span style=""font-size: 85%; line-height: 116%;"">The RAT act</span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Whereas</span> high treason has become a common occurrence in the Republic of Rwanda, and this crime goes often unpunished due to circumstance and restriction<br/><br/>SECTION 1: Let the definition of treason be defined as any action taken by a group or individual that is perceived by the government as being ""Harmful to the operations of the Rwandan government, or contrary to the greater good of the Republic of Rwanda.""<br/><br/>SECTION 2: let it be noted that the following acts are considered treason: <br/>The sale of or the disclosure of private or secret government documents,<br/>Conspiracy to Usurp the authority of the government,<br/>Conspiracy to assassinate a government official,<br/>Conspiracy to commit acts of terror,<br/>Conspiracy to commit acts of genocide,<br/>Acts of terror against the state and,<br/>Acts of terror against the law-abiding people of Rwanda.<br/><br/>SECTION 3: Let it be known that the death penalty is hereby RE-ESTABLISHED for the crime of treason.<br/><br/>SECTION 4: Let government agencies including but not limited to the Rwandan armed forces and law enforcement have the power to detain individuals who are suspected of or are confirmed in committing acts of treason<br/><br/>Section 5: Let the National Intelligence and Security Services independently investigate acts of treason with a court ordered warrant for search (or seizure) of property - including digital property and information.</blockquote></div></div></div>"
1799,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=450,2014-12-11T17:34:00,Protector Galactics,"As the spy got through immigration in Italy. He was taken to his safe house near the capital. There his first package was waiting for him. The Chinese disguised themselves as the spy's brother. On the package was a note. ""You forgot this. You don't want to miss great pictures of the colosseum."" Inside was a camera. The letter meant that he had to take pictures of the barbaric deaths Rome puts up in the colosseum. But before he went to the colosseum, he went to go visit his ""friend"" at the Chinese embassy in Rome. Once he arrived. The Chinese delegates gave him his weapon and gadgets. His first gadget was the Knife disguised as a everyday pencil, he was also given a rifle disguised as a umbrella. ""It gets ""stormy"" here in Rome."" Said one of the delegates. Another gadget he was given was the wire disguised in a tie. It was covered with paper to prevent metal detectors from locating it. ""More packages will arrive in your mail. Your first mission is to take photo's of the colosseum executions. All photo's you take will be streamed back to HQ in Beijing. Go on now. Come back if you need anything."" The spy was clear about what his mission was. All his gadgets made him look like a regular immigrant from China."
1800,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=450,2014-12-11T17:39:00,Australian Antarctica,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Beijing, China</span></span><br/>William's plane touched down on the tarmac. He got off, flanked by 6 Guards armed with MP7s. He got in the car waiting and drove to the meeting. The drive didn't take long, and when he arrived, he pulled out his phone and called the same number as last time ""I am here"""
1801,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=450,2014-12-11T18:20:00,Kargintina,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""To Albania""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/7/78/Australian_Coat_of_Arms.png""/><br/>To: Bajur Nishani, President of the combined Republics of Albania and Kosovo<br/>From: Tony Abbott, Prime Minister of the Commonwealth of Australia<br/>We support your noble strive to unite your nation with the Republic of Kosovo, and will do everything in our power to ensure to ensure that you win in your possible war with the corrupt Republic of Serbia. We will send 300 soldiers to the Albano-Kosovan border with your permission to ensure a peaceful integration of Kosovo into your country. In return we only ask that we are allowed to keep four of our modernized F-86 Sabre fighter jets in the closest airfield you have to Kosovo, and that they are flown by OUR pilots. Best of luck to your nation.<br/>Singed,<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Tony Abbott</span></div></div></div>"
1802,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=450,2014-12-11T18:26:00,Protector Galactics,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22764098#p22764098"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Beijing, China</span></span><br/>William's plane touched down on the tarmac. He got off, flanked by 6 Guards armed with MP7s. He got in the car waiting and drove to the meeting. The drive didn't take long, and when he arrived, he pulled out his phone and called the same number as last time ""I am here""</div></blockquote><br/>The guards opened the doors for the Prime Minister showing him the way to the President office. The president was on the line in a international call but he was informed of the Prime Minister arrival."
1803,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=450,2014-12-11T18:29:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22764576#p22764576"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22764098#p22764098"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Beijing, China</span></span><br/>William's plane touched down on the tarmac. He got off, flanked by 6 Guards armed with MP7s. He got in the car waiting and drove to the meeting. The drive didn't take long, and when he arrived, he pulled out his phone and called the same number as last time ""I am here""</div></blockquote><br/>The guards opened the doors for the Prime Minister showing him the way to the President office. The president was on the line in a international call but he was informed of the Prime Minister arrival.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: Actually he is the king.<br/><br/>William took a seat while 2 guards stood beside him. ""You wanted to see me?"""
1804,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=450,2014-12-11T19:11:00,Protector Galactics,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22764624#p22764624"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22764576#p22764576"">wrote</a>:</cite>The guards opened the doors for the Prime Minister showing him the way to the President office. The president was on the line in a international call but he was informed of the Prime Minister arrival.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: Actually he is the king.<br/><br/>William took a seat while 2 guards stood beside him. ""You wanted to see me?""</div></blockquote><br/>The president was still on the line. "" No I want the troops on ready positi- I have to call you back.""<br/><br/>""Sorry about that. something very important. You must had a long flight in this weather. Would you like something to drink?"
1805,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=450,2014-12-11T19:20:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22765254#p22765254"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22764624#p22764624"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: Actually he is the king.<br/><br/>William took a seat while 2 guards stood beside him. ""You wanted to see me?""</div></blockquote><br/>The president was still on the line. "" No I want the troops on ready positi- I have to call you back.""<br/><br/>""Sorry about that. something very important. You must had a long flight in this weather. Would you like something to drink?</div></blockquote><br/>""Some soda pop if you would please. Why did you want to see me?"""
1806,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=450,2014-12-11T19:32:00,Protector Galactics,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22765361#p22765361"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22765254#p22765254"">wrote</a>:</cite>The president was still on the line. "" No I want the troops on ready positi- I have to call you back.""<br/><br/>""Sorry about that. something very important. You must had a long flight in this weather. Would you like something to drink?</div></blockquote><br/>""Some soda pop if you would please. Why did you want to see me?""</div></blockquote><br/>The president walks up to his fridge and start to talk.<br/>"" Well 5 years ago we made a deal. That if you can get Tibet stabilize you would keep it.""<br/>The president put the Soda pop right in front of the King."
1807,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=450,2014-12-11T19:43:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22765524#p22765524"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22765361#p22765361"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Some soda pop if you would please. Why did you want to see me?""</div></blockquote><br/>The president walks up to his fridge and start to talk. <br/>"" Well 5 years ago we made a deal. That if you can get Tibet stabilize you would keep it.""<br/>The president put the Soda pop right in front of the King.</div></blockquote><br/>""What deal? The deal for independence that we made a month ago?"" William sipped the soda."
1808,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=450,2014-12-11T19:55:00,Protector Galactics,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22765644#p22765644"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22765524#p22765524"">wrote</a>:</cite>The president walks up to his fridge and start to talk. <br/>"" Well 5 years ago we made a deal. That if you can get Tibet stabilize you would keep it.""<br/>The president put the Soda pop right in front of the King.</div></blockquote><br/>""What deal? The deal for independence that we made a month ago?"" William sipped the soda.</div></blockquote><br/>""It was actually a while back."""
1809,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=450,2014-12-11T19:57:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22765771#p22765771"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22765644#p22765644"">wrote</a>:</cite>""What deal? The deal for independence that we made a month ago?"" William sipped the soda.</div></blockquote><br/>""It was actually a while back.""</div></blockquote><br/>""What about it?"""
1810,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=450,2014-12-11T20:05:00,Protector Galactics,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22765786#p22765786"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22765771#p22765771"">wrote</a>:</cite>""It was actually a while back.""</div></blockquote><br/>""What about it?""</div></blockquote><br/>""You promised you will get the country stabilize by the beginning of the month."""
1811,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=450,2014-12-11T20:06:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22765882#p22765882"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22765786#p22765786"">wrote</a>:</cite>""What about it?""</div></blockquote><br/>""You promised you will get the country stabilize by the beginning of the month.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Actually we agreed on 5 years. Barely a month has passed"""
1812,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=475,2014-12-11T20:10:00,Protector Galactics,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22765894#p22765894"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22765882#p22765882"">wrote</a>:</cite>""You promised you will get the country stabilize by the beginning of the month.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Actually we agreed on 5 years. Barely a month has passed""</div></blockquote><br/>""But you cheated. In the treaty we said that you had to stabilize with out foreign aid. It appears you had some help."""
1813,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=475,2014-12-11T20:12:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22765937#p22765937"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22765894#p22765894"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Actually we agreed on 5 years. Barely a month has passed""</div></blockquote><br/>""But you cheated. In the treaty we said that you had to stabilize with out foreign aid. It appears you had some help.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Even America needs bailouts from other Nations. We will pay it off by 2021, is this fair? We will no longer receive any aid. Maybe some military training, but no monetary aid"""
1814,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=475,2014-12-11T20:18:00,Protector Galactics,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22765954#p22765954"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22765937#p22765937"">wrote</a>:</cite>""But you cheated. In the treaty we said that you had to stabilize with out foreign aid. It appears you had some help.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Even America needs bailouts from other Nations. We will pay it off by 2021, is this fair? We will no longer receive any aid. Maybe some military training, but no monetary aid""</div></blockquote><br/>""I'm sorry but i'm really strict on treaties. I ask that you return Tibet back under Chinese rule. You will be placed as governor and you will get a compensation of 10 billion dollars while your other minister get 10 billion. Which make 80 billion dollars. Same price as your GDP. Is this fair."""
1815,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=475,2014-12-11T20:20:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22766018#p22766018"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22765954#p22765954"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Even America needs bailouts from other Nations. We will pay it off by 2021, is this fair? We will no longer receive any aid. Maybe some military training, but no monetary aid""</div></blockquote><br/>""I'm sorry but i'm really strict on treaties. I ask that you return Tibet back under Chinese rule. You will be placed as governor and you will get a compensation of 10 billion dollars while your other minister get 10 billion. Which make 80 billion dollars. Same price as your GDP Is this fair.""</div></blockquote><br/>""No, not at all. I am sorry about the aid, but It was needed. Your nation even get's aid. My people will not be happy, do you really want another long-bloody war?"""
1816,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=475,2014-12-11T20:23:00,The Greater Gambia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Janjanbureh, The Gambia</span><br/><br/>The loyalists had been pushed out to the outskirts of the city. The GAF dug in, preparing for the loyalist counter attack. General Mboge came to the city to oversee the defense personally. While the GAF were victorious here, it did not mean they had the upper hand, for Janjanbureh is the last GAF held territory in the Central River LGA. The loyalist offensive caught the GAF completely by surprise. Their positions crumbled as they were hit with mortar and artillery bombardments. The loyalists didn't have the same luck out east. The GAF caught wind of the terrorist plot, someone had noticed some suspicious looking men wandering the terminals and reported it. When the men were confronted by security, one of them detonated the packs, killing everyone inside the terminal but missing their target. The GAF was called onto the scene, causing a firefight through the streets of Banjul, the city is currently under marshal law. Their plan to poison the crops failed even more. The farmers proved to be stubborn resistance on their own, they finally had enough to feed their families and more, and the loyalists weren't going to take that from them. The loyalists saboteurs were met with angry mobs brandishing machetes, one was even run over by a plower, his blood will fertilize the soil. Back in the Central River LGA, the loyalists were able to gain control of the river, it was a relatively easy job compared to the other operations, all they had to do was eliminate any resisting fishermen. Their bodies were found down river in Senegal. And finally is the siege of Janjanbureh. By the time the offensive began here, the GAF was on high alert, the loyalist plot to take the port failed due to heightened security at the docks. The outside forces had even less luck, the defenders would lure loyalists into buildings before calling in airstrikes on the buildings, by the time the air defense forces were called in, massive casualties had been dealt. With their troops exhausted, the loyalists were forced to fall back to the outskirts. The loyalists have also made a huge blow, with the capture of the Central River LGA, the country is now split in half, if reinforcements are sent to the east, they will have to gain the permission of Senegal."
1817,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=475,2014-12-11T20:28:00,Marsisian,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Schayne Military Experimental Projects Zone<br/>Unknown location in North Germany<br/>8:12 AM</span><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i60.tinypic.com/29bndib.jpg""/><br/><br/>The most influential figures in the German military and the Prime Minister as well as the President were all gathered at a top-secret military base in Northern Germany, hoping to see the grand project that the military had been working on since 2006. It was to be a game-changing weapon that could potentially obliterate entire countries by itself. The air machine employed advanced ECM defense tech and cost-saving composite materials, though the destruction potential remained the same.<br/><br/>Finally, the CAC-006 was unveiled to the figures less than ten minutes after they arrived. It ran on a nuclear reactor which greatly eliminated the need for oil tanker planes to arrive but in the case of an accident where the reactor was damaged, could run on oil. The armament of the airship was immense. There were 120 .50 caliber and 20mm gun emplacements, 6 130mm artillery guns, 3 300mm guns, and 2 500mm guns that could fire either high-explosive or armor-piercing shells. The airship also doubled as a troop carrier and medical station, or mobile HQ. This versatility also contributed to the high favor in the military's high echelon.<br/><br/>The figures were so impressed by the sheer firepower of the airship that it was immediately accepted into service, although some final modifications would have to be made."
1818,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=475,2014-12-11T20:31:00,Protector Galactics,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22766034#p22766034"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22766018#p22766018"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I'm sorry but i'm really strict on treaties. I ask that you return Tibet back under Chinese rule. You will be placed as governor and you will get a compensation of 10 billion dollars while your other minister get 10 billion. Which make 80 billion dollars. Same price as your GDP Is this fair.""</div></blockquote><br/>""No, not at all. I am sorry about the aid, but It was needed. Your nation even get's aid. My people will not be happy, do you really want another long-bloody war?""</div></blockquote><br/>""We both know the answer to that question. Back in December 1950 my grandfather was a general of the Chinese army. The Chinese was aiding North Korea to Kick the U.S out of Korea. He mention the cold of the Winter. He described it as Blizzard to end the world in a nuclear winter. He mention report from his soldier that the found Frozen body's of U.S soldiers that couldn't handle the cold. But China survived the Cold. Now North Korea is still living and hardly surviving. But we let them live. We survived the winter..... and we kicked the U.S....out...... If another winter war will take place you better not make the same mistake as the U.S because you need me to help you get ready. So I ask you once more. Will you give Tibet back to China? Or shall we go back to December 1950?"""
1819,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=475,2014-12-11T20:53:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22766168#p22766168"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22766034#p22766034"">wrote</a>:</cite>""No, not at all. I am sorry about the aid, but It was needed. Your nation even get's aid. My people will not be happy, do you really want another long-bloody war?""</div></blockquote><br/>""We both know the answer to that question. Back in December 1950 my grandfather was a general of the Chinese army. The Chinese was aiding North Korea to Kick the U.S out of Korea. He mention the cold of the Winter. He described it as Blizzard to end the world in a nuclear winter. He mention report from his soldier that the found Frozen body's of U.S soldiers that couldn't handle the cold. But China survived the Cold. Now North Korea is still living and hardly surviving. But we let them live. We survived the winter..... and we kicked the U.S....out...... If another winter war will take place you better not make the same mistake as the U.S because you need me to help you get ready. So I ask you once more. Will you give Tibet back to China? Or shall we go back to December 1950?""</div></blockquote><br/>""My Father fought in Vietnam as a us marine. The US had more men, better equipment, better training, but were defeated by the VC because the VC had the support of the people. If we go to war, you will be the US, and we will be the VC. Do we need to relive 1969 ?"""
1820,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=475,2014-12-11T20:54:00,The Greater Gambia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Jenba, The Gambia</span><br/><br/>Colonel Tourey held his pistol in his hand, thinking over what he was about to do. Jhonothan had proven to be a great asset, and a great liability. His men didn't respect him anymore, Jhonothan had to die. He walked over to his cabin, where Jhon was packing his things to leave."
1821,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=475,2014-12-11T20:58:00,Greater Mobile,"<div align=""center""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">The Republic of Rwanda</span></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/2k5Q2tS.png?1""/><br/><span style=""font-size: 85%; line-height: 116%;"">Unity, Work, Patriotism</span><br/><hr/><br/>February 15, 2016<br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://arts1091.unsw.wikispaces.net/file/view/RNA.jpg/358936038/RNA.jpg""/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #FF0000"">BREAKING NEWS</span></span></div><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">TERRORIST ATTACK IN SOUTHERN CITY OF BUGARAMA HOURS AFTER LEGISLATION GOES INTO EFFECT</span></span></div><br/><br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 20px;"">Forty-five</span> were left dead in Bugarama yesterday after an unknown number of gunmen stopped a bus traveling to Kigali, the Bugarama police department reports. Many of the passengers were killed as bullets struck the bus from the outside, however there were others who died in the inferno after the gunmen used incendiary weapons to ignite the bus. There were no survivors. <br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 20px;"">Twenty-two of the victims</span> were part of a political group heading to Kigali for a rally. The group, known as the United Democratic Forces of Rwanda, has been openly critical of president Kagame and have been campaigning early for the elections set place to begin in August of next year.<br/><br/><br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 20px;"">President</span> Kagame said in a televised press release that the actions taken by the unknown assailants were ""abhorrent"" and ""exactly what we (the Rwandan Government) have been working to stop, with recent legislation"". When asked about the members of the UDFR, President Kagame said that he was not aware of the political affiliations of the victims and he will be praying for the families and for ""swift justice"" to the terrorists. President Kagame says he does not believe that the attack was directly related to the RAT act, but says that it can not be ruled out as motivation for this attack.<br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 20px;"">Bugarama</span> authorities report that the sole witness - whose name has not been released - was traveling to his home in Bugarama when he witnessed the initial attack. It is believed that the attackers were a pro-Hutu revolutionary group, who mistakenly took the bus for one carrying Tutsi refugees from the neighboring city of Bukavu in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">An investigation is currently taking place to determine who carried out this attack. If you have any information, please contact the Bugarama police or the Rwandan Defence Force.</span></div></blockquote><br/><br/><hr/>"
1822,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=475,2014-12-11T21:00:00,Zatak,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22766449#p22766449"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Jenba, The Gambia</span><br/><br/>Colonel Tourey held his pistol in his hand, thinking over what he was about to do. Jhonothan had proven to be a great asset, and a great liability. His men didn't respect him anymore, Jhonothan had to die. He walked over to his cabin, where Jhon was packing his things to leave.</div></blockquote><br/>""Ah commander.... Nice day to see you! I was just packing my bags.... you misse my goodbye speech but it was not very exciting anyways..."", Johnathon said as he stood there packing his bags just coming out of the shower where his gear still was along with his shirt apparently.... never mind he was still packing as he had to hurry to reach China... or maybe Italy? He knew his men had done a lot of work lately most recently in a small attack in Rwanda because why the hell not i guess...."
1823,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=475,2014-12-11T21:08:00,The Greater Gambia,"Tourey looked around the room, he noticed a TEC-9 on the table right next to Jhonathon, he waited for Jhonathon to turn his back, he raised his pistol.""Enjoy your trip to hell!"" Tourey shouted. He fired all of his ammo, but his shaking had caused him to miss every single one. Now he was out of ammo and in the same room as a mad man."
1824,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=475,2014-12-11T21:11:00,Zatak,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22766553#p22766553"">wrote</a>:</cite>Tourey looked around the room, he noticed a TEC-9 on the table right next to Jhonathon, he waited for Jhonathon to turn his back, he raised his pistol.""Enjoy your trip to hell!"" Tourey shouted. He fired all of his ammo, but his shaking had caused him to miss every single one. Now he was out of ammo and in the same room as a mad man.</div></blockquote><br/>""You are a terrible shot... let me show you how it is done!"", Johnathon said as he turned around with a lighter and a spray can. The man light the lighter then sprayed the spray can causing a wave a fire to burst from it in the direction of the commander's face an then his body in his attempt to deal with him once and for all!"
1825,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=475,2014-12-11T21:15:00,The Greater Gambia,"Tourey ran out of the cabin with his face on fire, a crowd soon gathered around to see their leader with his face on fire. One soldier tried to put him out, but he was blocked by his comrades.""What happened?"" Said the soldier with the RPD."
1826,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=475,2014-12-11T21:21:00,Zatak,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22766635#p22766635"">wrote</a>:</cite>Tourey ran out of the cabin with his face on fire, a crowd soon gathered around to see their leader with his face on fire. One soldier tried to put him out, but he was blocked by his comrades.""What happened?"" Said the soldier with the RPD.</div></blockquote><br/>""This man hurt you all... he is the reason you failed!... and the bastard tried to shoot me!"", Johnathon said as he walked out of the cabin about ready to leave for Senegal to catch a plane to Russia he had taken a few things with him from the base but nothing major knowing that he did all he could to help these men."
1827,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=475,2014-12-11T21:27:00,The Greater Gambia,"<blockquote><div><cite>ZATAK <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22766663#p22766663"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22766635#p22766635"">wrote</a>:</cite>Tourey ran out of the cabin with his face on fire, a crowd soon gathered around to see their leader with his face on fire. One soldier tried to put him out, but he was blocked by his comrades.""What happened?"" Said the soldier with the RPD.</div></blockquote><br/>""This man hurt you all... he is the reason you failed!... and the bastard tried to shoot me!"", Johnathon said as he walked out of the cabin about ready to leave for Senegal to catch a plane to Russia he had taken a few things with him from the base but nothing major knowing that he did all he could to help these men.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>One of the soldiers slowly walked up to the Colonel, Tourey couldn't even talk now. The best he could do was make muffled noises. The soldier readied his AK-74. Tourey pleaded, but it was no use. The village was silent. The only noise was the echo of the gun shot. The loyalists looked at Jhonothan, saluting him.""We pledge our loyalty to you, Sir!"""
1828,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=475,2014-12-11T21:30:00,Zatak,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22766707#p22766707"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>ZATAK <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22766663#p22766663"">wrote</a>:</cite>""This man hurt you all... he is the reason you failed!... and the bastard tried to shoot me!"", Johnathon said as he walked out of the cabin about ready to leave for Senegal to catch a plane to Russia he had taken a few things with him from the base but nothing major knowing that he did all he could to help these men.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>One of the soldiers slowly walked up to the Colonel, Tourey couldn't even talk now. The best he could do was make muffled noises. The soldier readied his AK-74. Tourey pleaded, but it was no use. The village was silent. The only noise was the echo of the gun shot. The loyalists looked at Jhonothan, saluting him.""We pledge our loyalty to you, Sir!""</div></blockquote><br/>'I wish i could stay! but as you know i can not stay in one place to long.... FIGHT ON FOR THIS COUNTRY AND REMEMBER WHAT I TAUGHT YOU! TRAIN AS WE HAVE EVEN WHEN I LEAVE AND LISTEN TO YOUR COMMANDERS LIKE THEY ARE ME! WE ARE THE LIONS....YET THEY ARE THE SHEEP WE PREY!"", Johnathon said as he got into the car he was leaving in hoping to give the men one last moral boost before he left for Russia...."
1829,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=475,2014-12-11T21:40:00,Licata,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Rome</span><br/><br/>A large military parade was being held on the orders of Matteo Renzi.<br/><br/>Ten thousand men were to march, but before the parade Renzi was to talk.<br/><br/>""Fellow Romans. We must all look to our glorious defenders. The men who would fight and die for both you and this nation. Our men stand ready at all times. For the sake of Rome and Italia they would fight. We"" He stopped speaking when he saw a glint come from the crowds.<br/><br/>*Crack* A Gambian immigrant fired a pistol at Renzi striking him in the throat. Carabinieri rushed in large droves, firing at the perpetrator immediately. A man hunt ensued as emergency units ran to Renzi's aid.<br/><br/>The Military has been given total control in Renzi's stead while he recovers, that is if he recovers."
1830,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=475,2014-12-11T21:48:00,Protector Galactics,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22766437#p22766437"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22766168#p22766168"">wrote</a>:</cite>""We both know the answer to that question. Back in December 1950 my grandfather was a general of the Chinese army. The Chinese was aiding North Korea to Kick the U.S out of Korea. He mention the cold of the Winter. He described it as Blizzard to end the world in a nuclear winter. He mention report from his soldier that the found Frozen body's of U.S soldiers that couldn't handle the cold. But China survived the Cold. Now North Korea is still living and hardly surviving. But we let them live. We survived the winter..... and we kicked the U.S....out...... If another winter war will take place you better not make the same mistake as the U.S because you need me to help you get ready. So I ask you once more. Will you give Tibet back to China? Or shall we go back to December 1950?""</div></blockquote><br/>""My Father fought in Vietnam as a us marine. The US had more men, better equipment, better training, but were defeated by the VC because the VC had the support of the people. If we go to war, you will be the US, and we will be the VC. Do we need to relive 1969 ?""</div></blockquote><br/>""If your people are patriotic, why are you still unstabilize unlike the other newer capitalist countries."" The president was interrupted by the monsoon the navy experienced. Heavy Rain can be heard on top of the palace roof while a lighting bolt struck the city. "" Well the storm came as expected."" The president lit one of his Chinese cigars inviting the King one. ""Would you like one?"""
1831,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=475,2014-12-11T22:29:00,The Greater Gambia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Janjanbureh, The Gambia</span><br/><br/>Amat took a shot with his sniper rifle. The loyalists made another push into the city, tracers lit up the night sky, one of the pilots barely got out of the city without having to eject. General Mboge ordered all air support to cease until the AA were dealt with. With reinforcements cut off from the west, the general needed every able body to hold on to the city. Even the GSAS operatives in the east were called in for sabotage, recon, or just simple sniping and counter sniping. Malik's squad had been holding up in a hotel, sniping loyalists who came down the street.""They're retreating."" Amat said as he packed up his Dragunov. ""You know what that means men, time to move."" Malik said. Lamin checked his gear before they departed."" You can always rely on them being predictable."" He said.""One of them goes down, they just run and call the artillery."" Malik looked for their next position.""Let's move over to those tenements, we can use their tactics to out advantage. Let's try to push them back. Step by Step."" Malik said. They quickly moved through the rubble. As they moved, they saw the hotel behind them, collapsing from the artillery."
1832,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=475,2014-12-11T22:36:00,Pimps Inc,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Gambian Airspace</span></div><br/><br/>Juarez sat in his chair while the pilots tried to establish contact and receive clearance to land....<br/>""This is MXGS-4 requesting clearance to land.We are carrying precious cargo,over.""<br/><br/>The small Gulfstream IV jet slowly began to lower its speed,the altitude dipping in unison with the speed,straight towards a possible airstrip under Gambian control.The luxury of the inside challenged that of the best on Earth.Yet,the men inside did not really care for their ride,they cared about loading their weapons and readying to overthrow a government....."
1833,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=475,2014-12-11T22:48:00,The Greater Gambia,"Two F-3 Phantoms flew up to the side of the plane. A voice with a heavy accent came on the radio."" Un Identified aircraft you are in Gambian airspace. Respond or we will shoot you down."""
1834,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=475,2014-12-11T22:49:00,Pimps Inc,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22767180#p22767180"">wrote</a>:</cite>Two F-3 Phantoms flew up to the side of the plane. A voice with a heavy accent came on the radio."" Un Identified aircraft you are in Gambian airspace. Respond or we will shoot you down.""</div></blockquote><br/>""This is MXGS-4 requesting clearance to land.We are carrying a representative of the United Mexican States to speak with your government."
1835,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=475,2014-12-11T22:52:00,The Greater Gambia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22767190#p22767190"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22767180#p22767180"">wrote</a>:</cite>Two F-3 Phantoms flew up to the side of the plane. A voice with a heavy accent came on the radio."" Un Identified aircraft you are in Gambian airspace. Respond or we will shoot you down.""</div></blockquote><br/>""This is MXGS-4 requesting clearance to land.We are carrying a representative of the United Mexican States to speak with your government.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>after a few seconds of silence, the pilot responded.""Roger that, you have clearance to land. We will escort you to Eastern Gambia Military Airfield."""
1836,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=475,2014-12-11T22:55:00,Pimps Inc,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22767208#p22767208"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22767190#p22767190"">wrote</a>:</cite>""This is MXGS-4 requesting clearance to land.We are carrying a representative of the United Mexican States to speak with your government.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>after a few seconds of silence, the pilot responded.""Roger that, you have clearance to land. We will escort you to Eastern Gambia Military Airfield.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Thank you.""<br/>The pilots all relaxed in relief."
1837,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=500,2014-12-11T23:09:00,The Greater Gambia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Gambian Military Airfield, Eastern Gambia</span><br/><br/>The jet landed at the airfield, refugees still crowded the place, hoping that it wouldn't fall. General Mboge came back to greet the Mexicans. The signs of fatigue and stress showed on his face."" Why have you come here?"" he said,though not accusing,but more of trying to get this done with as soon as possible. He couldn't be away from the frontlines for long."
1838,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=500,2014-12-11T23:25:00,Licata,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Matteo's Death Bed</span><br/><br/>The Consul Matteo Renzi passed away at 10:31 PM.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Military Election!</span><br/><br/>A counsel of a hundred military leaders gather to vote, 88 of them being secret Fascists. The election was quick. Too quick one may say.<br/><br/>The election was won by Giovanni Messe, leader of the ITALIAN FASCISTS. He was elected with a landslide 80 votes.<br/><br/>He was to be the acting leader for a year, then general elections would be held."
1839,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=500,2014-12-12T00:48:00,Elepis,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Skies above Gambia</span><br/><br/>8 C17 Globmaster III's and Airbus A400M Atlas's flew above the Gambian skies in formation. Inside them was 1,500 men of the elite Maroon Berets armed with the best equipment the Turkish army has. Around the C17's flew a number of F-16 fighters encase the planes were attacked by nations who are against Gambia or Turkey. The planes neared the main capital military airport and a message was sent to the control tower.<br/>""This is the 3rd air transport wing of wing of the Turkish Air Force, carrying the second regiment Maroon berets requesting to land, over""<br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/3/36/C17_aircraft_alt.jpg/220px-C17_aircraft_alt.jpg""/>"
1840,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=500,2014-12-12T05:04:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22766437#p22766437"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22766168#p22766168"">wrote</a>:</cite>""We both know the answer to that question. Back in December 1950 my grandfather was a general of the Chinese army. The Chinese was aiding North Korea to Kick the U.S out of Korea. He mention the cold of the Winter. He described it as Blizzard to end the world in a nuclear winter. He mention report from his soldier that the found Frozen body's of U.S soldiers that couldn't handle the cold. But China survived the Cold. Now North Korea is still living and hardly surviving. But we let them live. We survived the winter..... and we kicked the U.S....out...... If another winter war will take place you better not make the same mistake as the U.S because you need me to help you get ready. So I ask you once more. Will you give Tibet back to China? Or shall we go back to December 1950?""</div></blockquote><br/>""My Father fought in Vietnam as a us marine. The US had more men, better equipment, better training, but were defeated by the VC because the VC had the support of the people. If we go to war, you will be the US, and we will be the VC. Do we need to relive 1969 ?""</div></blockquote><br/>""In what way are we unstable? The unemployment rate is dropping everyday, more people are getting homes, my military is getting finalized, we are an extremely fast growing nation"""
1841,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=500,2014-12-12T06:14:00,The Greater Gambia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Elepis <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22767640#p22767640"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Skies above Gambia</span><br/><br/>8 C17 Globmaster III's and Airbus A400M Atlas's flew above the Gambian skies in formation. Inside them was 1,500 men of the elite Maroon Berets armed with the best equipment the Turkish army has. Around the C17's flew a number of F-16 fighters encase the planes were attacked by nations who are against Gambia or Turkey. The planes neared the main capital military airport and a message was sent to the control tower.<br/>""This is the 3rd air transport wing of wing of the Turkish Air Force, carrying the second regiment Maroon berets requesting to land, over""<br/><br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/3/36/C17_aircraft_alt.jpg/220px-C17_aircraft_alt.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div></blockquote><br/><br/>A voice came on the come he had a perfect Scottish accent.""This is General Mendy, you have permission to land. over."" The general met the Turkish troops right as the got off their planes. He walked up to who appeared to be their commander.""Hello, I am general Mendy, we've prepared transports to take you to our staging point."" The men were loaded up onto trucks. The convoy went through the streets of Banjul. The city was still in marshal law. The general filled in the commander on the war so far."" A few days ago, the loyalists stole one of our supply shipments, they now have AA and AT defenses. Yesterday, they launched a major offensive in the Central River LGA. They've split the nation down the middle, We have no way of reinforcing our men in the east. They are currently holding out in Janjenbureh. Now that you're here, we plan retake the district and relieve the siege."" The general spoke fast. ""I'm sorry, I didn't catch your name ealier, what is your name?"""
1842,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=500,2014-12-12T07:27:00,Protector Galactics,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22768266#p22768266"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22766437#p22766437"">wrote</a>:</cite>""My Father fought in Vietnam as a us marine. The US had more men, better equipment, better training, but were defeated by the VC because the VC had the support of the people. If we go to war, you will be the US, and we will be the VC. Do we need to relive 1969 ?""</div></blockquote><br/>""In what way are we unstable? The unemployment rate is dropping everyday, more people are getting homes, my military is getting finalized, we are an extremely fast growing nation""</div></blockquote><br/>""Alright then. I guess you made it clear. You don't want to make it the easy way. Well we have to do it the hard way. This is something you started. I'm happy that we tried to avoid something. It must be getting dark in your nation."" The president stood up to shake hands until the city's power went out. ""TURN ON THE EMERGENCY POWER! Well better if you go. I will escort you out."""
1843,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=500,2014-12-12T07:49:00,Protector Galactics,While the meeting was about to end.12 Chinese y-20's took off heading to Gambia with troops and equipment They also had 2 T-90 tanks just in case. China intended to help the Loyalists with their fight.<br/>WIP
1844,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=500,2014-12-12T09:26:00,The Greater Gambia,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22768566#p22768566"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Elepis <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22767640#p22767640"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Skies above Gambia</span><br/><br/>8 C17 Globmaster III's and Airbus A400M Atlas's flew above the Gambian skies in formation. Inside them was 1,500 men of the elite Maroon Berets armed with the best equipment the Turkish army has. Around the C17's flew a number of F-16 fighters encase the planes were attacked by nations who are against Gambia or Turkey. The planes neared the main capital military airport and a message was sent to the control tower.<br/>""This is the 3rd air transport wing of wing of the Turkish Air Force, carrying the second regiment Maroon berets requesting to land, over""<br/><br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/3/36/C17_aircraft_alt.jpg/220px-C17_aircraft_alt.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div></blockquote><br/><br/>A voice came on the come he had a perfect Scottish accent.""This is General Mendy, you have permission to land. over."" The general met the Turkish troops right as the got off their planes. He walked up to who appeared to be their commander.""Hello, I am general Mendy, we've prepared transports to take you to our staging point."" The men were loaded up onto trucks. The convoy went through the streets of Banjul. The city was still in marshal law. The general filled in the commander on the war so far."" A few days ago, the loyalists stole one of our supply shipments, they now have AA and AT defenses. Yesterday, they launched a major offensive in the Central River LGA. They've split the nation down the middle, We have no way of reinforcing our men in the east. They are currently holding out in Janjenbureh. Now that you're here, we plan retake the district and relieve the siege."" The general spoke fast. ""I'm sorry, I didn't catch your name ealier, what is your name?""</div></blockquote>"
1845,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=500,2014-12-12T09:29:00,Elepis,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22768566#p22768566"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Elepis <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22767640#p22767640"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Skies above Gambia</span><br/><br/>8 C17 Globmaster III's and Airbus A400M Atlas's flew above the Gambian skies in formation. Inside them was 1,500 men of the elite Maroon Berets armed with the best equipment the Turkish army has. Around the C17's flew a number of F-16 fighters encase the planes were attacked by nations who are against Gambia or Turkey. The planes neared the main capital military airport and a message was sent to the control tower.<br/>""This is the 3rd air transport wing of wing of the Turkish Air Force, carrying the second regiment Maroon berets requesting to land, over""<br/><br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/3/36/C17_aircraft_alt.jpg/220px-C17_aircraft_alt.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div></blockquote><br/><br/>A voice came on the come he had a perfect Scottish accent.""This is General Mendy, you have permission to land. over."" The general met the Turkish troops right as the got off their planes. He walked up to who appeared to be their commander.""Hello, I am general Mendy, we've prepared transports to take you to our staging point."" The men were loaded up onto trucks. The convoy went through the streets of Banjul. The city was still in marshal law. The general filled in the commander on the war so far."" A few days ago, the loyalists stole one of our supply shipments, they now have AA and AT defenses. Yesterday, they launched a major offensive in the Central River LGA. They've split the nation down the middle, We have no way of reinforcing our men in the east. They are currently holding out in Janjenbureh. Now that you're here, we plan retake the district and relieve the siege."" The general spoke fast. ""I'm sorry, I didn't catch your name ealier, what is your name?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The Turkish commander nodded as the General filled him in ""I am Colonel Mehmet Sulytanet. In the coming offensive, how will my men be used? They have the training and equipment to break through enemy defenses but can also be used to take out enemy leaders, ambush supplies and all other military operations. Also, what is the size of the Gambian air force and can they be used in a ground attack capability?"""
1846,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=500,2014-12-12T09:32:00,The Greater Gambia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Elepis <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22769804#p22769804"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22768566#p22768566"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>A voice came on the come he had a perfect Scottish accent.""This is General Mendy, you have permission to land. over."" The general met the Turkish troops right as the got off their planes. He walked up to who appeared to be their commander.""Hello, I am general Mendy, we've prepared transports to take you to our staging point."" The men were loaded up onto trucks. The convoy went through the streets of Banjul. The city was still in marshal law. The general filled in the commander on the war so far."" A few days ago, the loyalists stole one of our supply shipments, they now have AA and AT defenses. Yesterday, they launched a major offensive in the Central River LGA. They've split the nation down the middle, We have no way of reinforcing our men in the east. They are currently holding out in Janjenbureh. Now that you're here, we plan retake the district and relieve the siege."" The general spoke fast. ""I'm sorry, I didn't catch your name ealier, what is your name?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The Turkish commander nodded as the General filled him in ""I am Colonel Mehmet Sulytanet. In the coming offensive, how will my men be used? They have the training and equipment to break through enemy defenses but can also be used to take out enemy leaders, ambush supplies and all other military operations. Also, what is the size of the Gambian air force and can they be used in a ground attack capability?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""On our side of the line, we have 500 troops, we need every man we can get. As for our air force, we have 3 F-4 Phantoms and 1 SU-25 Frogfoot, we've been cautious with airstrikes due to AA."""
1847,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=500,2014-12-12T09:44:00,Elepis,"""Well, it would be helpful if we had more air support. I have the 20 Turkish F-4's arrived yet? Also, what of armour. I understand my government sent you a number of M60's and we have with us 5 FNSS ACV-15 IFV's. What other armour does the Gambian army have? "" said the colonel."
1848,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=500,2014-12-12T10:11:00,Mattijana,"<span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #FF0040"">SOUTH KOREA TO STAY OUT OF GAMBIA!</span></span><br/><br/>Park Geun-Hye said today that she intended to stay out if the ongoing conflict in Gambia saying that the nation ""did not want to get stuck in fighting a petty war"". Despite this, it is suspected that she in fact wants to keep troops on the North-Korean border to cover for any aggression. It remains to be seen whether this will happen."
1849,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=500,2014-12-12T11:50:00,Licata,"<span style=""font-size: 250%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">The Great Reformation!</span></span></span><br/><br/>Under Giovanni Italy is to go under heavy reform, following Matteo's emphasis on the economy and the bureaucracy of Italy.<br/><br/>Giovanni drafts a new constitution of the reformed Italian republic. It is organised in numerical points.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Section 1</span><br/><br/>1-50. States basic rights of the people in detail.(Equal rights to that found in Australia)<br/><br/>51. The State has the right to call upon the people in times of need for; defense, construction, and disaster relief.<br/><br/>52. The people of Italy will have full access to the internet, piracy is legal but limited to 1 download a month. A) The Deep web is completely banned due to the illegal nature of its content.<br/><br/>53. The state is to maintain a neutral stance in that they will not interact with other governments unless it is a dire situation. A) Allies of the old government are exempt from this IE- Belarus.<br/><br/>54. The state may only maintain the paramilitary police force of the carabinieri.<br/><br/>55. The State is to protect the people of the nation to the fullest extent.<br/><br/>56. The State is to be ran by a single party.<br/><br/>57. All counties possess an independent economy and government. A) Education systems are to be localized. B) welfare systems are to be localized.<br/><br/>58. The state is to maintain an equal society by all means.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Section 2</span><br/><br/>1. All industries are to be united under syndicates lead by the workers. A) Mandatory due to the huge success of the Banking Syndicate which established 100% equal salaries with a proven expansion of capital.<br/><br/>2. The Military is to be maintained by Syndicates for the sake of protecting assets.<br/><br/>3. The Debt is to be put on sell, globally.<br/><br/>4. The Italo-Euro is to be replaced with the Italian Lira. (Est value= .888888 of a USD)<br/><br/>4. Mare Nostrum is to be sold to the highest bidding Syndicate.<br/><br/>5. All industry restricting legislature is repealed.<br/><br/>6. Syndicate leaders are to be elected by majority of employees.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Section 3</span><br/><br/>1. The Justice system is to be ran by the local governments.<br/><br/>2. Expansion of the Constitution is allowed, just as the reduction.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Section 4</span><br/><br/>1. As this is a new government, nation, System. The Nation hereby rejects all debt owed to foreign power.<br/><br/>2. The State cannot borrow money from foreign powers.<br/><br/>3. All debts to the State has been forgiven in total by the State.<br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Section 5</span><br/><br/>1. under this constitution the Nation is to become the United Syndicates of Italy/<br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Signed by <span style=""font-style: italic"">Giovanni Messe, Grand Marshal of the State</span></span><br/><br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Colosseum</span><br/><br/>The assassin of Renzi ,caught, was drawn and quartered.<br/><br/>A referendum for the people of Italy gave the people a choice to keep gladiatorial games. Every county, but Rome banned it. The Romans(IE those who live in Rome) voted to keep it to boost the economy and to deal with the lack of local prison cells.<br/><br/>A referendum on the labor programs for convicts followed. Every County voted to keep the policy, sighting the increase of construction and infrastructure repair projects. Many of the former prisoner who'd gone through the program voted to keep it as well, they enjoyed the shorter sentence and many said they preferred it to ""rotting in cells""."
1850,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=500,2014-12-12T11:55:00,Protector Galactics,"Chinese Nuclear and power plants that work in Tibet immediately start to shut down. 2 Nuclear Plants were purposely forced into a meltdown spreading radiation into Tibet and some provinces in China. The Chinese also cut water supplies to Tibet to save China's water resources. Meanwhile, Major Chinese banks in Wall .St are starting to accept money from anyone from any nationality causing major millionaires to become members of the banks. China also wanted to become powerful allies with Russia to have support from them. Also President Xi Jinping sent a letter to Mexico and the members of the EU.<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>To: Mexico<br/>From: China<br/>We would like to sell you our steel products and weapons. Our steel is manufactured to support a bomb blast. It is quite a strong piece of steel. Our steel is oiled and polish to make it look nice and to prevent it from rusting. We are selling them for 50 cents a pound. Another thing we offer to sell you is our weapons. Our weapon were a good use in the military and had officer's satisfaction all over the military. (ask us if you wish to see what weapons we have in Stock) Our weapons last for a good time and have civilian satisfaction for hunting. Prices may vary. Another thing we would offer to sell is our rice. Our rice has never changed for the last 1,000 years. This primitive rice has the satisfaction for millions of people in Asia. Its primitive enjoy's most of them. This can be good ration for the military. And we are only selling this rice for 2 dollars a bag. Next in our offer list is our Bamboo. This is the most strongest wood in the whole world. I can have the same weight capacity as our steel. This wood can be refined if you wanted to. And we offer to sell it for just 1 USD a pound. Last but not least in our list is our Plastic. Our plastic is made cheaply but its a great condition. We make sure our plastic comes out in perfection. Thats what makes our plastic so unique. This plastic is made from our finest oil factories in the Middle East. You can get our Plastic for just 5 USD a pound. We hope these items will satisfy you. With our carefully made items. These items can be trusted.<br/>President XI of China</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>To: All Members of the EU<br/>From: China<br/>We would like to sell you our steel products and weapons. Our steel is manufactured to support a bomb blast. It is quite a strong piece of steel. Our steel is oiled and polish to make it look nice and to prevent it from rusting. We are selling them for 50 cents a pound. Another thing we offer to sell you is our weapons. Our weapon were a good use in the military and had officer's satisfaction all over the military. (ask us if you wish to see what weapons we have in Stock) Our weapons last for a good time and have civilian satisfaction for hunting. Prices may vary. Another thing we would offer to sell is our rice. Our rice has never changed for the last 1,000 years. This primitive rice has the satisfaction for millions of people in Asia. Its primitive enjoy's most of them. This can be good ration for the military. And we are only selling this rice for 2 dollars a bag. Next in our offer list is our Bamboo. This is the most strongest wood in the whole world. I can have the same weight capacity as our steel. This wood can be refined if you wanted to. And we offer to sell it for just 1 USD a pound. Last but not least in our list is our Plastic. Our plastic is made cheaply but its a great condition. We make sure our plastic comes out in perfection. Thats what makes our plastic so unique. This plastic is made from our finest oil factories in the Middle East. You can get our Plastic for just 5 USD a pound. We hope these items will satisfy you. With our carefully made items. These items can be trusted.<br/>President XI of China</div></blockquote>"
1851,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=500,2014-12-12T12:02:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22771073#p22771073"">wrote</a>:</cite>Chinese Nuclear and power plants that work in Tibet immediately start to shut down. 2 Nuclear Plants were purposely forced into a meltdown spreading radiation into Tibet and some provinces in China. The Chinese also cut water supplies to Tibet to save China's water resources. Meanwhile, Major Chinese banks in Wall .St are starting to accept money from anyone from any nationality causing major millionaires to become members of the banks. China also wanted to become powerful allies with Russia to have support from them. Also President Xi Jinping sent a letter to Mexico and the members of the EU. <br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>To: Mexico<br/>From: China<br/>We would like to sell you our steel products and weapons. Our steel is manufactured to support a bomb blast. It is quite a strong piece of steel. Our steel is oiled and polish to make it look nice and to prevent it from rusting. We are selling them for 50 cents a pound. Another thing we offer to sell you is our weapons. Our weapon were a good use in the military and had officer's satisfaction all over the military. (ask us if you wish to see what weapons we have in Stock) Our weapons last for a good time and have civilian satisfaction for hunting. Prices may vary. Another thing we would offer to sell is our rice. Our rice has never changed for the last 1,000 years. This primitive rice has the satisfaction for millions of people in Asia. Its primitive enjoy's most of them. This can be good ration for the military. And we are only selling this rice for 2 dollars a bag. Next in our offer list is our Bamboo. This is the most strongest wood in the whole world. I can have the same weight capacity as our steel. This wood can be refined if you wanted to. And we offer to sell it for just 1 USD a pound. Last but not least in our list is our Plastic. Our plastic is made cheaply but its a great condition. We make sure our plastic comes out in perfection. Thats what makes our plastic so unique. This plastic is made from our finest oil factories in the Middle East. You can get our Plastic for just 5 USD a pound. We hope these items will satisfy you. With our carefully made items. These items can be trusted.<br/>President XI of China</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>To: All Members of the EU<br/>From: China<br/>We would like to sell you our steel products and weapons. Our steel is manufactured to support a bomb blast. It is quite a strong piece of steel. Our steel is oiled and polish to make it look nice and to prevent it from rusting. We are selling them for 50 cents a pound. Another thing we offer to sell you is our weapons. Our weapon were a good use in the military and had officer's satisfaction all over the military. (ask us if you wish to see what weapons we have in Stock) Our weapons last for a good time and have civilian satisfaction for hunting. Prices may vary. Another thing we would offer to sell is our rice. Our rice has never changed for the last 1,000 years. This primitive rice has the satisfaction for millions of people in Asia. Its primitive enjoy's most of them. This can be good ration for the military. And we are only selling this rice for 2 dollars a bag. Next in our offer list is our Bamboo. This is the most strongest wood in the whole world. I can have the same weight capacity as our steel. This wood can be refined if you wanted to. And we offer to sell it for just 1 USD a pound. Last but not least in our list is our Plastic. Our plastic is made cheaply but its a great condition. We make sure our plastic comes out in perfection. Thats what makes our plastic so unique. This plastic is made from our finest oil factories in the Middle East. You can get our Plastic for just 5 USD a pound. We hope these items will satisfy you. With our carefully made items. These items can be trusted.<br/>President XI of China</div></blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Tibet</span></span><br/>William got the news on his plane back. Across Tibet, thousands have died from radiation, and hundreds of thousands more will die from dehydration. William's plane landed and sent out a message to the international community:<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: International Community<br/>URGENT<br/>China has just murdered thousands of innocent civilians! We need help!</blockquote>"
1852,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=500,2014-12-12T12:06:00,Licata,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">In response to Tibet's Pleas</span><br/><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">To: Tibet</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">From: The Syndicate of Water Works, Italia</span><br/><br/>The Syndicate of Water Works, Italia. Offers you assistance. We will sell you water at an exchange rate of; 1 gallon for 200,000 USD or equivalent.</blockquote>"
1853,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=500,2014-12-12T12:50:00,Protector Galactics,"China's next move began when workers began to dig tunnels under the borders of Tibet. Once the miners got to one of the nearest city they blew it up next to the sewer system which caused the hydrogen gas that came out of the water in sewer to blow up any building that is connected to the sewer. Meanwhile the Railgun test in the unknown island was going successful. A few destroyers were now equipped with the Chinese Rail guns. Only causing a minor change to the navy. Meanwhile back at the capital, weapon factories started kicking in high gear. All Men were given the option to join the military if they didn't wanted to work in factories. China also sent foreign diplomats to bribe other countries for their help in Chinese trade.<br/><br/>The Spy in Rome heard the news of the new Fascist leader in power. Some photo's that were streamed back to China were reviewed. China then posted a international post that Rome was using anti fascist opponents and action must be dealt with immediately. China also hacked into the U.S firewall once again leading them to get the designs of the F-35. China also hacked into the U.S banks only able to see the money in the banks but the firewall was to strong to hijack it. China was ready to deny any questions from the U.S"
1854,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=500,2014-12-12T14:23:00,Mattijana,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Message to: China<br/>Message from: South Korea<br/>Encryption: high<br/><br/>To China<br/><br/>We have hear of your actions in Tibet and are appalled by them. They endanger not just the Tibetan people, but those in nearby Chinese, Indian and Nepali provinces with a chance of the radiation spreading further afield with the wind. We consider these human rights abominations totally unacceptable and wish to end any trade deals currently in progress. We want you to know that our scientists will be assisting Tibet in recovering from this. <br/><br/>Park Geun-Hye</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Message to: Tibet<br/>Message from: South Korea<br/>Encryption: low<br/><br/>To Tibet<br/><br/>We are shocked at the appalling actions committed against you and we wish to know that we are behind you in this time of crisis. We also wish to offer you a deal. We offer you: <br/><br/>Unlimited Water free of charge in exchange for natural resources situated in Tibet.<br/><br/>We hope you will consider our offer.<br/><br/>Park Geun-Hye</blockquote>"
1855,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=500,2014-12-12T14:39:00,Republika Srpska Party,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.crwflags.com/fotw/images/r/rs-04.gif""/></div><br/><br/>Serbia responds to Turkey's actions against the Gambian Republic, an undeclared invasion, bombings, etc. The Serbian Government and People say that the Turkish Republic should be condemned for attacking an innocent country, and kick'd out of NATO. Since Serbia isn't involved into any war, it might support Gambia in a the war against the Turkish Aggression. If Serbia shall get involved into a war, the main Manufacturer has to build tanks, weapons, ammo, aircraft, artillery and lots of other military equipment. Anyway, at the Serbo-Bosnian Border, the Serbian Military has been scouting there 24/7, they saw OS BiH putting Anti-aircraft turrets. Serbian Politicians are guessing that Bosnia is getting under pressure thinking of another war against Serbia, which will not happen.<br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""https://encrypted-tbn0.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcT_eZ0cYQ-EKqChI6Q2ScpC9VFqTzP0KkDtRAo6VN5cFaR2_aIacQ""/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">3 Serbian SOKO G-4 Supergalebs flying over the Bosnian border</span>"
1856,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=500,2014-12-12T14:56:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: South Korea<br/>From: Tibet<br/>Thank you for your support, but we cannot guarantee anything. China will invade and we will be powerless to stop them.</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: The United Kingdom<br/>From: Tibet<br/>Encryption: Extremely High<br/>We would like to join the commonwealth on two conditions: 1. I am still the king of my nation 2. You aid us if China invades.</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: USA<br/>From: Tibet<br/>We need aid now, China has shut off all power and caused several nuclear meltdowns. In addition, he has shut off our water supply. If we do not get help soon, my nation will perish. We are asking you as friends.</blockquote>"
1857,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=500,2014-12-12T15:00:00,The North German Commonwealth,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kargintina <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22764490#p22764490"">wrote</a>:</cite><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""To Albania""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/7/78/Australian_Coat_of_Arms.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/>To: Bajur Nishani, President of the combined Republics of Albania and Kosovo<br/>From: Tony Abbott, Prime Minister of the Commonwealth of Australia<br/>We support your noble strive to unite your nation with the Republic of Kosovo, and will do everything in our power to ensure to ensure that you win in your possible war with the corrupt Republic of Serbia. We will send 300 soldiers to the Albano-Kosovan border with your permission to ensure a peaceful integration of Kosovo into your country. In return we only ask that we are allowed to keep four of our modernized F-86 Sabre fighter jets in the closest airfield you have to Kosovo, and that they are flown by OUR pilots. Best of luck to your nation.<br/>Singed,<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Tony Abbott</span></div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/><br/>OFFICIAL TRANSMISSION OF THE FEDERATION OF ALBANIA AND KOSOVO<br/>To: Prime Minister Tony Abbott, Commonwealth of Australia<br/>From: President Bujar Nishani, Federation of Albania and Kosovo<br/>My friend, sorry it took me so long to reply. What with the unification of Albania and Kosovo, and the situation in Tibet, my attention has been diverted. As Albania and Kosovo are unified, I would accept 300 Australian troops in Kosovo itself to keep peace between Albanians and Serbs. I also accept the 4 planes to be stationed in The FAK and to be flown by Australian pilots. Preparations will be made for their arrival.<br/>END TRANSMISSION<br/><br/>OFFICIAL TRANSMISSION OF THE FEDERATION OF ALBANIA AND KOSOVO<br/>To: President Xi Jinping, People's Republic of China<br/>From: President Bujar Nishani, Federation of Albania and Kosovo<br/>President Xi Jinping, your countries actions in Tibet are appalling, and The FAK shall be the first to publicly denounce the nation of China. All diplomatic ties between The FAK and China are hear by severed until China pulls out of Tibet. I hope you are proud of your actions, for they have resulted in the deaths of hundreds of thousands.<br/>END TRANSMISSION<br/><br/>TIRANA, FEDERATION OF ALBANIA AND KOSOVO:<br/>""From this day forth, Albania and Kosovo are united, Albanians around the world rejoice!"" President Bujar Nishani finished his sentence, pausing to smile at the cheering crowds. However, his face soon turned woeful. ""Unfortunately, Albania and Kosovo, nay, The F.A.K, are well aware of the looming threat of Serbia. Serbia has never approved of an Albania-Kosovo unification, and war is all but certain."" He paused again to let this sink in, and people gasped, with some elderly citizens fainting from shock. ""However, Albania has allies, predominantly NATO. Serbia, with it's long history of genocide and war, has no allies. Victory is all but assured. Do not fret, Albanians. For today is a glorious day! Today is the day that Albanians can say, I am proud to be Albanian! Let the Serbians come, let them throw their armies at us! Soon, they will discover that although we may be small, our spirit can never be broken! Long Live Albania, Long Live Kosovo, Long Live The Federation!"" He stopped, gasping for breath, as the crowd started chanting: ""Long Live The Federation!"" The President smiled, turning to go back to his car, when a sharp crack was heard, and the President fell to the ground. The killer was found immediately and lynched by the crowd. Unfortunately, the killer was a Serb. Politics had gotten a bit more complicated."
1858,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=500,2014-12-12T15:05:00,Elepis,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/f/fb/Emblem_of_the_President_of_Turkey.svg/150px-Emblem_of_the_President_of_Turkey.svg.png""/></div><br/>To federation of Albania and Kosovo <br/><br/>The Republic is overjoyed at the news of your union and offer you our full support. We would like to establish trade rights between our countries which will enrich us both and a military alliance for mutual defense. The Turkish Army will also help train your troops (we all know Serbia will be upset by this). <br/><br/>The Republic is also saddened to here of your presidents death and we will send an ambassador to the funeral. <br/><br/>Kemal Kılıçdaroğlu</blockquote>"
1859,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=500,2014-12-12T15:15:00,Elepis,"<blockquote><div><cite>Republika Srpska Party <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22772618#p22772618"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center"">(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://www.crwflags.com/fotw/images/r/rs-04.gif"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div><br/><br/>Serbia responds to Turkey's actions against the Gambian Republic, an undeclared invasion, bombings, etc. The Serbian Government and People say that the Turkish Republic should be condemned for attacking an innocent country, and kick'd out of NATO. Since Serbia isn't involved into any war, it might support Gambia in a the war against the Turkish Aggression. If Serbia shall get involved into a war, the main Manufacturer has to build tanks, weapons, ammo, aircraft, artillery and lots of other military equipment. Anyway, at the Serbo-Bosnian Border, the Serbian Military has been scouting there 24/7, they saw OS BiH putting Anti-aircraft turrets. Serbian Politicians are guessing that Bosnia is getting under pressure thinking of another war against Serbia, which will not happen.<br/><br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""https://encrypted-tbn0.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcT_eZ0cYQ-EKqChI6Q2ScpC9VFqTzP0KkDtRAo6VN5cFaR2_aIacQ"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">3 Serbian SOKO G-4 Supergalebs flying over the Bosnian border</span></div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To Serbia<br/><br/>What the hell are you talking about? Who gives you your intelligence. My men are HELPING, you understand that don't you, HELPING the Gambian government. We have done 0 bombing raids and we have not invaded. <br/><br/>Şükrü Sina Gürel</blockquote>"
1860,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=500,2014-12-12T15:20:00,The North German Commonwealth,"<blockquote><div><cite>Elepis <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22772939#p22772939"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center"">(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/f/fb/Emblem_of_the_President_of_Turkey.svg/150px-Emblem_of_the_President_of_Turkey.svg.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div><br/>To federation of Albania and Kosovo <br/><br/>The Republic is overjoyed at the news of your union and offer you our full support. We would like to establish trade rights between our countries which will enrich us both and a military alliance for mutual defense. The Turkish Army will also help train your troops (we all know Serbia will be upset by this). <br/><br/>Kemal Kılıçdaroğlu</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/>OFFICIAL TRANSMISSION OF THE FEDERATION OF ALBANIA AND KOSOVO<br/>To: The Republic of Turkey<br/>From: The Federation of Albania and Kosovo<br/>The F.A.K accepts Turkey's proposal, as we have just suffered great calamity. I am sure you have already heard, but President Bujar Nishani has been assassinated by a Serb, whom we presume was working independently of Serbia. However, the crowd killed this Serb, which Albania believes will cause further political problems with Serbia. Albania would accept Turkish troops to be stationed along The F.A.K-Serbia border to prepare for a possible Serbian invasion. The F.A.K has enacted mandatory military draft, with a projected 30,000 more units in the Armed Forces in 3 months. Currently, 15,000 F.A.K units are placed on the border, with another 10,000 being sent to join them. The 20,000 troops drafted will be stationed in Kosovo itself, with Kosovo undoubtedly being the main theater of a presumed war. However, another 20,000, from active/reserve units and units currently being drafted, will be placed in Albania for a worst-case scenario. The F.A.K also requests that Turkish Jet Fighters be stationed in Kosovan Air Fields, as The F.A.K has no Jet Fighters, and they would be a needed addition to the war effort. Of course, they would be piloted by Turks and would take orders from The Turkish government only. In return, The F.A.K will give Turkey something it desperately wants: The F.A.K will recognize The Turkish Republic of North Cyprus and establish diplomatic ties with The T.R.N.C.<br/>END TRANSMISSION"
1861,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=500,2014-12-12T15:41:00,Republika Srpska Party,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/2/2b/Grb_1.svg/180px-Grb_1.svg.png""/></div><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">SERBIAN ARMED FORCES</span></span></div><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">СРПСКЕ НАОРУЖАНЕ СНАГЕ</span></span></div><br/><br/>As Albania is looking towards of a unification with Kosovo, Serbia strongly disagrees with it, with the Military full of rage and hate, they begin to train in Military Camps all over Serbia. The Serbian Air Force starts to do Ground-attack training near the Kosovo Boundary, not using the opportunity to attack the the border. In-case of war, the Serbian Armed Forces have taken all reserves and active military men to train, and part of the active men are going to patrol the Serbia-Kosovo Boundary. The Serbian Government does not support Albania and Kosovo unification, and cancels all plans of joining the European Union. The Serbian Armed Forces are in full preparation for war against Albanian terrorist forces, that's why they start a huge military parade in Belgrade, including that Special Brigade of Serbia will be also involved to the war, if it ever happens.<br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.balkaninsight.com/en/file/show//Images/Images.New/Serbia%20Military%20Parade%202.jpg""/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Serbian Newly Modified M-2001 Tanks on a parade in Belgrade</span></span><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">To: Turkish Government<br/>From: The Serbian First Deputy Prime Minister, Ivica Dacic</span><br/><br/>We seen it in a different way, that your Armed Forces were invading Gambia, as we now know that Turkey supports Gambia and has joint trainings with it a lot. We're sorry for blaming you for something you never committed, anyway, but we fully disagree to your support for Kosovo.<br/><br/>Signed,<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">First Deputy Prime Minister of Serbia, Ivica Dacic</span></blockquote>"
1862,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=525,2014-12-12T15:58:00,Republika Srpska Party,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://static.vesti.rs/slike-2/Grb-Srbije-sta-znace-stit-krst-i-ocila-za-novi-i-stari-srpski-grb.jpg""/></div><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">SERBIAN MINISTRY OF FOREIGN AFFAIRS</span></span></div><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">СРПСКО МИНИСТАРСТВО СПОЉАШНИХ ПОСЛОВА</span></span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">TO:</span> <span style=""font-style: italic"">The Roman Syndicate</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">FROM:</span> <span style=""font-style: italic"">The Serbian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Minister of Foreign Affairs and First Deputy Prime Minister Ivica Dacic</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">ENCRYPTION:</span> <span style=""color: #FF0000"">Top Secret</span><br/><br/>We would like to form an alliance with your New Roman Nation, Serbia now has been put under lots of pressure, with Albania putting a unification with Kosovo, that we don't recognize at all, and other Nations putting troops around the boundaries. We are planning to ask support from Russia in-case the whole North Atlantic Treaty Organization gets involved, because we cannot deal with many problems alone. That's why we ask New Rome to ally with us, but one thing, we will not be a province, nor part of your Empire, only allies. The Serbian Armed Forces hope many cooperation joint trainings with your nation's Military.<br/><br/>Signed,<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ivica Dacic</span></blockquote>"
1863,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=525,2014-12-12T16:00:00,Elepis,"<blockquote><div><cite>Republika Srpska Party <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22773359#p22773359"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center"">(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/2/2b/Grb_1.svg/180px-Grb_1.svg.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">SERBIAN ARMED FORCES</span></span></div><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">СРПСКЕ НАОРУЖАНЕ СНАГЕ</span></span></div><br/><br/>As Albania is looking towards of a unification with Kosovo, Serbia strongly disagrees with it, with the Military full of rage and hate, they begin to train in Military Camps all over Serbia. The Serbian Air Force starts to do Ground-attack training near the Kosovo Boundary, not using the opportunity to attack the the border. In-case of war, the Serbian Armed Forces have taken all reserves and active military men to train, and part of the active men are going to patrol the Serbia-Kosovo Boundary. The Serbian Government does not support Albania and Kosovo unification, and cancels all plans of joining the European Union. The Serbian Armed Forces are in full preparation for war against Albanian terrorist forces, that's why they start a huge military parade in Belgrade, including that Special Brigade of Serbia will be also involved to the war, if it ever happens.<br/><br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://www.balkaninsight.com/en/file/show//Images/Images.New/Serbia%20Military%20Parade%202.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Serbian Newly Modified M-2001 Tanks on a parade in Belgrade</span></span><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">To: Turkish Government<br/>From: The Serbian First Deputy Prime Minister, Ivica Dacic</span><br/><br/>We seen it in a different way, that your Armed Forces were invading Gambia, as we now know that Turkey supports Gambia and has joint trainings with it a lot. We're sorry for blaming you for something you never committed, anyway, but we fully disagree to your support for Kosovo.<br/><br/>Signed,<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">First Deputy Prime Minister of Serbia, Ivica Dacic</span></blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To Serbia<br/><br/>I thank you for your apologies, however Turkey recognizes the FAK and is a close ally of it. We will not let Serbia attack them<br/><br/>Kemal Kılıçdaroğlu</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To Albania<br/><br/>We thank you for accepting the alliance offer and the Republic will send 22,000 soldiers to Albania. This force can be reinforced to 42,000 men if needed and they will work side by side with FAK troops. We will also fly 40 F-16's to the FAK to help protect against Serbian attacks. The first F-16's will arrive in around 2 days (they will arrive in groups of 10), the troops will start to arrive in one week.<br/><br/>The troops will be supported by Leopard 1&amp;2 tanks and Altay tanks. We will also give to you 30 M48 Patton tanks formally in storage. <br/><br/>Kemal Kılıçdaroğlu</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To NATO<br/><br/>A fellow NATO nation, the FAK (Albania) is being threatened by Serbia, I ask you to support our ally and live up to your agreements.<br/><br/>Kemal Kılıçdaroğlu</blockquote>"
1864,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=525,2014-12-12T16:02:00,Licata,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""color: red"">Top Secret</span></span><br/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://oi44.tinypic.com/2qst36e.jpg""/></div><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">""Syndicate for ever!""</span></span></span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">To the Government of Albania</span></span>,<br/><br/>So, your leader was assassinated too? It seems we may be dealing with some sort of a conspiracy. Think about it, two assassinations in the Mediterranean. Two world leaders, dead. We can't over look this. <br/><br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Giovanni Messe, Grand marshal of The United Syndicates of Italy</span></span></blockquote>"
1865,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=525,2014-12-12T16:12:00,Licata,"<blockquote><div><cite>Republika Srpska Party <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22773527#p22773527"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center"">(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://static.vesti.rs/slike-2/Grb-Srbije-sta-znace-stit-krst-i-ocila-za-novi-i-stari-srpski-grb.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">SERBIAN MINISTRY OF FOREIGN AFFAIRS</span></span></div><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">СРПСКО МИНИСТАРСТВО СПОЉАШНИХ ПОСЛОВА</span></span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">TO:</span> <span style=""font-style: italic"">The Roman Syndicate</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">FROM:</span> <span style=""font-style: italic"">The Serbian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Minister of Foreign Affairs and First Deputy Prime Minister Ivica Dacic</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">ENCRYPTION:</span> <span style=""color: #FF0000"">Top Secret</span><br/><br/>We would like to form an alliance with your New Roman Nation, Serbia now has been put under lots of pressure, with Albania putting a unification with Kosovo, that we don't recognize at all, and other Nations putting troops around the boundaries. We are planning to ask support from Russia in-case the whole North Atlantic Treaty Organization gets involved, because we cannot deal with many problems alone. That's why we ask New Rome to ally with us, but one thing, we will not be a province, nor part of your Empire, only allies. The Serbian Armed Forces hope many cooperation joint trainings with your nation's Military.<br/><br/>Signed,<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ivica Dacic</span></blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""color: red"">Top Secret</span></span><br/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://oi44.tinypic.com/2qst36e.jpg""/></div><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">""Syndicate for ever!""</span></span></span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">To the Government of Serbia</span></span>,<br/><br/>Well, you see we cannot ally with any one. This is due to our new constitution. Also, I must point out that Rome died with Renzi. His views were radical and may have worked if he'd had a few more tears, we are The United Syndicates of Italy now. <br/><br/>Now, we can engage in an economic pact with will prove to be very profitable for both of us. The alleviation of economic stress in your nation will boost your warring capabilities. Plus, Syndicates may send troops to assist you. That is, depending on their investment in your nation.<br/><br/>You'd not have to worry about being taken into an ""Empire."" If any thing you'd become a member of a Union made up of Syndicate states. <br/><br/>On the joint training, we can do that. My force of Carabinieri can use the training. You may want to look into the Syndicate of Arms, they own 100% of my nation's arms productions. <br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Giovanni Messe, Grand marshal of The United Syndicates of Italy</span></span></blockquote>"
1866,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=525,2014-12-12T16:29:00,Protector Galactics,"Chinese T-90 tanks roll into Tibet. Along with them is the infantry. 200,000 Chinese soldiers move in with anti radiation mask. Emergency WW3 tactics from the Cold War were used in this scenario. The Chinese army faced the weak dehydrated Tibetan army. Above them were Z-10 attack helicopter destroying any Tibetan soldier they see. Hind attack helicopters were also used. Meanwhile airstrikes came from above from the well equipped Q-5c. The Chinese picked their top 3 generals to take out the Tibetans. The Military base will be under siege and turned into flames from the big explosions from above. After the first wave hit the Tibetans a Second Wave had 30 Chinese MLRs hit the weak military base while artillery shells pounded the ground destroying anything in its radius. The Chinese also intercepted the South Korean transport aircraft that were flying over Chinese airspace shooting them down for trespassing non-international airspace. The Chinese fury was on."
1867,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=525,2014-12-12T16:39:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22773847#p22773847"">wrote</a>:</cite>Chinese T-90 tanks roll into Tibet. Along with them is the infantry. 200,000 Chinese soldiers move in with anti radiation mask. Emergency WW3 tactics from the Cold War were used in this scenario. The Chinese army faced the weak dehydrated Tibetan army. Above them were Z-10 attack helicopter destroying any Tibetan soldier they see. Hind attack helicopters were also used. Meanwhile airstrikes came from above from the well equipped Q-5c. The Chinese picked their top 3 generals to take out the Tibetans. The Military base will be under siege and turned into flames from the big explosions from above. After the first wave hit the Tibetans a Second Wave had 30 Chinese MLRs hit the weak military base while artillery shells pounded the ground destroying anything in its radius. The Chinese also intercepted the South Korean transport aircraft that were flying over Chinese airspace shooting them down for trespassing non-international airspace. The Chinese fury was on.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Under Tibet</span></span><br/>The majority of the military, roughly 300,000 managed to enter the tunnels before the Chinese attacks. In addition, 45,000 Militia have also joined the soldiers. William Aniston was sitting in a meeting to address the Chinese situation when the first troops were spotted. Every base was connected to the tunnels, so the troops were able to enter the tunnels before they were killed. Currently they are regrouping and arming before striking back. The government has tapped into the emergency water supplies and are distributing the supplies among the Civilians then the soldiers."
1868,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=525,2014-12-12T16:44:00,Protector Galactics,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22773988#p22773988"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22773847#p22773847"">wrote</a>:</cite>Chinese T-90 tanks roll into Tibet. Along with them is the infantry. 200,000 Chinese soldiers move in with anti radiation mask. Emergency WW3 tactics from the Cold War were used in this scenario. The Chinese army faced the weak dehydrated Tibetan army. Above them were Z-10 attack helicopter destroying any Tibetan soldier they see. Hind attack helicopters were also used. Meanwhile airstrikes came from above from the well equipped Q-5c. The Chinese picked their top 3 generals to take out the Tibetans. The Military base will be under siege and turned into flames from the big explosions from above. After the first wave hit the Tibetans a Second Wave had 30 Chinese MLRs hit the weak military base while artillery shells pounded the ground destroying anything in its radius. The Chinese also intercepted the South Korean transport aircraft that were flying over Chinese airspace shooting them down for trespassing non-international airspace. The Chinese fury was on.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Under Tibet</span></span><br/>The majority of the military, roughly 300,000 managed to enter the tunnels before the Chinese attacks. In addition, 45,000 Militia have also joined the soldiers. William Aniston was sitting in a meeting to address the Chinese situation when the first troops were spotted. Every base was connected to the tunnels, so the troops were able to enter the tunnels before they were killed. Currently they are regrouping and arming before striking back. The government has tapped into the emergency water supplies and are distributing the supplies among the Civilians then the soldiers.</div></blockquote><br/>The Chinese then decided to drop the Big Bomb. A massive Chinese non-nuclear exploded on the city making a huge crater in the ground which exposed only a few tunnels. The Chinese soldiers then entered the few tunnels just only to see that it stretch for miles. Another Chinese non-nuclear bomb was being prepared just incase."
1869,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=525,2014-12-12T17:14:00,Pimps Inc,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22767273#p22767273"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Gambian Military Airfield, Eastern Gambia</span><br/><br/>The jet landed at the airfield, refugees still crowded the place, hoping that it wouldn't fall. General Mboge came back to greet the Mexicans. The signs of fatigue and stress showed on his face."" Why have you come here?"" he said,though not accusing,but more of trying to get this done with as soon as possible. He couldn't be away from the frontlines for long.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The door opened and out stepped 2 armed guards. Their AR-15 A3s in hand, black suits shining in the sunlight. Then 4 soldiers of the Mexican Army, in jungle fatigues and heavy armor.Then stepped Juarez himself, the devil himself. He had taken control of organized crime in one day and reduced street crime in the country by 70% in a week. He puffed a cigar that Fidel Castro had given him and wore a white shirt and black dress pants with gleaming leather shoes to top it off. The glint of his aviator glasses hid his eyes. A bulge in the side of his suit suggested he was carrying a gun,a gold plated M1911 to be exact. He looked at the General and then addressed him:<br/><br/>""Afternoon,General.Do you wish me to speak in Mandingo, or Fula, or Wolof, or continue in English? My Jola is pretty bad."""
1870,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=525,2014-12-12T17:21:00,Pimps Inc,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><hr/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/9/90/Seal_of_the_Government_of_Mexico.svg/482px-Seal_of_the_Government_of_Mexico.svg.png""/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Seal of the Government of Mexico</span></div><br/><hr/><br/><div align=""center"">To:People's Republic of China<br/>From:United Mexican States<br/>Encryption:<span style=""color: #FF0000"">TOP PRIORITY</span></div><br/><hr/><br/><br/><sub>We will accept to buy 80,000 tons of steel.That is all for now but we will return later.We would like to offer you fruits,vegetables, clean water,and grain at a reduced price.Let us know if you desire more information.</sub><br/><br/>Sincerely,<br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/d/dd/EPN_Firma.png/119px-EPN_Firma.png""/><br/>Enrique Pena Nieto,President of Mexico</blockquote>"
1871,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=525,2014-12-12T17:44:00,Protector Galactics,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22774434#p22774434"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><hr/><br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/9/90/Seal_of_the_Government_of_Mexico.svg/482px-Seal_of_the_Government_of_Mexico.svg.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Seal of the Government of Mexico</span></div><br/><hr/><br/><div align=""center"">To:People's Republic of China<br/>From:United Mexican States<br/>Encryption:<span style=""color: #FF0000"">TOP PRIORITY</span></div><br/><hr/><br/><br/><sub>We will accept to buy 80,000 tons of steel.That is all for now but we will return later.We would like to offer you fruits,vegetables, clean water,and grain at a reduced price.Let us know if you desire more information.</sub><br/><br/>Sincerely,<br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/d/dd/EPN_Firma.png/119px-EPN_Firma.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/>Enrique Pena Nieto,President of Mexico</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://creativeroots.org/wp-content/uploads/2010/04/Coat_of_arms_of_the_Peoples_Republic_of_China.png""/><br/>Thank you for your business. We would buy clean water, and fruit and vegetables. Please send at least 500,000 gallons of clean water. We will send a budget of 2 billion dollars. Keep the spare money for the good of your nation.<br/>President Xi Jinping"
1872,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=525,2014-12-12T18:12:00,The Greater Gambia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Banjul, The Gambia</span><br/><br/>The general answered his question."" The Phantom's arrived yesterday, we've moved them to an airfield outside to Serekunda in case the terrorists decide to attack again, we have one pilot on our side on the front, the rest were caught on the other side when the Loyalist offensive began, along with the new recruits we were training for your shipment. As for our armor, the Gambia has 5 M60 Pattons and 4 M551 Sheridans, like our airforce, they were also trapped in the east, fortunately, we have plenty of soldiers on our side that can operate them. We also are expecting another arms shipment from Mexico, it should have artilllery pieces and mortars.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Gambian Military Airfield, Eastern Gambia</span><br/><br/>General Mboge was stunned."" I'm impressed, not many people outside of Africa speak our tongue."" He said in Mandinka.""Come, tell me about why you are here."" He said, motioning for them to follow him."
1873,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=525,2014-12-12T18:21:00,Ballycolumbia,"The political landscape of France has changed. The decades of European stability appears to be under threat. With threats such as ISIS, Russia and Serbia on Europe's borders, and even some internal such as Italy, France would have to be prepared. Change was needed.<br/><br/>Francoise hoped to nationalise and militarise his nation in anticipation of the future. He hoped to make France a regional powerhouse, capable of defending it from any threats and overpassing Germany as the dominant European economy.<br/><br/>His first role of action was a promise to the worried French public that they would safe and as such he planned to increase military expenditure exponentially, hoping to increase the manpower of his forces. He'd have to lower spending on social securities temporarily to achieve this, but he believed his economic plans would eventually allow a return to the status quo and hopefully a way out of this recession.<br/><br/>He hoped to cover the costs of his future nationalisation and military by first creating economical pacts with the other major European countries, improving the continent as a whole and maybe even help him gain some political allies.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.flagshag.com/smaller/europecoats/France_Emblem.jpg""/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">To: The United Syndicates Of Italy</span><br/>We wish to engage in an economical pact with your nation. This would mean that our nations would prioritise each other as trading partners and I believe it'd benefit both our nations greatly. You'd find us to be a very viable trading partner. France has one of the strongest economies in the world and is world renowned for its industries and corporations. We are also strongly investing in nationalization policies , which we believe will expand France's future economy and industrial output. We believe in strong economic links with our European brethren, boosting our continents' economies rather than letting it flow to Asia and North America and thus making our continent great once again. We hope you will make the right decision.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Francois Hollande</span></span></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.flagshag.com/smaller/europecoats/France_Emblem.jpg""/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">To: The Russian Federation</span><br/>We wish to engage in an economical pact with your nation. This would mean that our nations would prioritise each other as trading partners and I believe it'd benefit both our nations greatly. You'd find us to be a very viable trading partner. France has one of the strongest economies in the world and is world renowned for its industries and corporations. We are also strongly investing in nationalization policies , which we believe will expand France's future economy and industrial output. We believe in strong economic links with our European brethren, boosting our continents' economies rather than letting it flow to Asia and North America and thus making our continent great once again. We hope you will make the right decision.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Francois Hollande</span></span></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.flagshag.com/smaller/europecoats/France_Emblem.jpg""/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">To: The Federal Republic Of Germany</span><br/>We wish to engage in an economical pact with your nation. This would mean that our nations would prioritise each other as trading partners and I believe it'd benefit both our nations greatly. You'd find us to be a very viable trading partner. France has one of the strongest economies in the world and is world renowned for its industries and corporations. We are also strongly investing in nationalization policies , which we believe will expand France's future economy and industrial output. We believe in strong economic links with our European brethren, boosting our continents' economies rather than letting it flow to Asia and North America and thus making our continent great once again. We hope you will make the right decision.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Francois Hollande</span></span></blockquote></div></div></div>"
1874,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=525,2014-12-12T18:25:00,Pimps Inc,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22774942#p22774942"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Banjul, The Gambia</span><br/><br/>The general answered his question."" The Phantom's arrived yesterday, we've moved them to an airfield outside to Serekunda in case the terrorists decide to attack again, we have one pilot on our side on the front, the rest were caught on the other side when the Loyalist offensive began, along with the new recruits we were training for your shipment. As for our armor, the Gambia has 5 M60 Pattons and 4 M551 Sheridans, like our airforce, they were also trapped in the east, fortunately, we have plenty of soldiers on our side that can operate them. We also are expecting another arms shipment from Mexico, it should have artilllery pieces and mortars.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Gambian Military Airfield, Eastern Gambia</span><br/><br/>General Mboge was stunned."" I'm impressed, not many people outside of Africa speak our tongue."" He said in Mandinka.""Come, tell me about why you are here."" He said, motioning for them to follow him.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""I got trapped by pirates in Sierra Leone once. I had to learn those languages in order to survive. Thank god that you chose Mandinka because my Wolof and Fulani are quite rusty. Anyways,I came to speak to you about your war against the uprising here in The Gambia.My country apperantly sent you weapons in exchange for a base here in Gambia.....""<br/><br/>The group followed Juarez in perfect unison,calmly they motioned people aside.They did not use threatening gestures only hand movements.The mud seemed to melt down under the boots of the soldiers."
1875,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=525,2014-12-12T19:08:00,Licata,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""color: red"">Top Secret</span></span><br/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://oi44.tinypic.com/2qst36e.jpg""/></div><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">""Syndicate for ever!""</span></span></span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">To the Government of France</span></span>,<br/><br/>We accept your offer of entering an economic pact. let us engage is trade. I'm sure my Syndicates will begin to expand into your nation shortly. <br/><br/>As for you military expansion, I have some PMC groups forming in my nation. Soon they will be ready to deploy. You can rent them if you need urgent assistance. The Arms Syndicate produces all of my nations weapons, high grade equipment. You could also rent their facilities to produce your own equipment within my borders. <br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Giovanni Messe, Grand marshal of The United Syndicates of Italy</span></span></blockquote>"
1876,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=525,2014-12-12T19:41:00,Protector Galactics,"As China began to test its railgun from its ships. Once they fired the shell got jammed which caused the Railgun to explode. Another ship fired. The same thing happened. Scientist have to expand the finished version until Mid 2016. Meanwhile the Chinese were adding their final touches to the J-20 fighter jet. But more test are to be done before they launch.<br/>The Chinese stopped to importing lesser materials from the U.S and and Exporting more into the rest of the world. They stopped importing some food from the U.S and start to get food from Mexico.<br/>Meanwhile in Tibet T-90 tanks were moving fast and speedy but the generals ordered to stop and maintain a foot hold in Tibet while the government had to accomplish a few objectives.<br/>Abandoned port in Taiwan. Men in Black uniform awaited the arrival of the Russian T-90 tanks. Soon the ship appeared in the distance. Here they come. ""Get the Crane ready."" The troops started to get ready for the ships arrival."
1877,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=525,2014-12-12T19:52:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22774044#p22774044"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22773988#p22773988"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Under Tibet</span></span><br/>The majority of the military, roughly 300,000 managed to enter the tunnels before the Chinese attacks. In addition, 45,000 Militia have also joined the soldiers. William Aniston was sitting in a meeting to address the Chinese situation when the first troops were spotted. Every base was connected to the tunnels, so the troops were able to enter the tunnels before they were killed. Currently they are regrouping and arming before striking back. The government has tapped into the emergency water supplies and are distributing the supplies among the Civilians then the soldiers.</div></blockquote><br/>The Chinese then decided to drop the Big Bomb. A massive Chinese non-nuclear exploded on the city making a huge crater in the ground which exposed only a few tunnels. The Chinese soldiers then entered the few tunnels just only to see that it stretch for miles. Another Chinese non-nuclear bomb was being prepared just incase.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Lhasa, Tibet</span></span><br/>It was utter chaos as men, women, and children ran to the bomb shelters that had been built just days earlier. Only 1500 people of the 600,000+ managed to make it to the shelters and survive. The rest were either killed or gravely injured in the blast. Of the roughly 598,000 people caught in the blast, only 40,000 survived, over 30,000 Children were killed. Willam Aniston slammed his fist on the desk under the remains of Lhasa ""We need help!!! Send a message to Britan, America, Even India if you think it would help!!!""<br/>Immediately one mass message was sent out:<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">TO: NATO, Russia, India, Italy, USA, Australia, South Korea<br/>From: Tibet<br/>HIGHLY CLASSIFIED<br/>I realize you have disagreed in the past and may disagree with each other now, but we have a bigger enemy: China. China has showed it doesn't care about international laws or the lives of millions of people. They have destroyed my capitol city, and have showed no restraint in massacring Civilians that protested the invasion. They must be stopped. I am pleading for your assistance, be it a dollar, a million dollars, weapons, and yes, even men.</blockquote>"
1878,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=525,2014-12-12T19:55:00,Pacificana Islands,"<img alt=""Image"" src=""http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Oro3Qv_P11g/T1XiUx_y7DI/AAAAAAAAEyk/CuYK45SThpQ/s1600/Goodbye%2BPutin.jpg""/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Moscow, Russia</span><br/><br/>The end looked near for President Vladimir Putin.<br/><br/>It had been nearly a week since the report was released by an anonymous source, which accused Putin of several heinous crimes and political scandals. These accusations ranged from rigged presidential elections, offering Russian Special Forces as mercenaries, wrongfully arresting political adversaries, selling arms to known terrorist organizations, and so on. Protests raged day and night since the anonymous whistleblower made his revelations, often turning violent. Many Russian cities were in a state of chaos, with much of the military being deployed to attempt quell the revolts.<br/><br/>Vladimir Putin watched through his window at all the furious Russians, pouring through every street. Not even the -11 degree temperature could stop them from running through the city, chanting and causing disorder. The president sighed. ""I just don't know what to do,"" he murmured. Behind him, Prime Minister Dmitry Medvedev lifted the cigar out of his mouth. ""There is really nothing you can do anymore, these people want your blood! I hate to say this, but you need to face it,"" Medvedev coughed nervously, ""You're done. You need to get out of here before these savages tear you apart."" Vladimir's head snapped over in the Prime Minister's direction, his face showing a combination of anger and confusion. After a couple seconds, this changed to sadness. ""I will consider going into hiding at the villa in Cuba,"" Putin drew in a deep breath, ""For the time being, you will serve as the President of the Russian Federation. We will keep in touch."" He punched the wall and left the room, slamming the door behind him.<br/><br/>Dmitry Medvedev brought the cigar back to his mouth and smiled. His plan was going perfectly."
1879,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=525,2014-12-12T20:16:00,Protector Galactics,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22775969#p22775969"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22774044#p22774044"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Chinese then decided to drop the Big Bomb. A massive Chinese non-nuclear exploded on the city making a huge crater in the ground which exposed only a few tunnels. The Chinese soldiers then entered the few tunnels just only to see that it stretch for miles. Another Chinese non-nuclear bomb was being prepared just incase.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Lhasa, Tibet</span></span><br/>It was utter chaos as men, women, and children ran to the bomb shelters that had been built just days earlier. Only 1500 people of the 600,000+ managed to make it to the shelters and survive. The rest were either killed or gravely injured in the blast. Of the roughly 598,000 people caught in the blast, only 40,000 survived, over 30,000 Children were killed. Willam Aniston slammed his fist on the desk under the remains of Lhasa ""We need help!!! Send a message to Britan, America, Even India if you think it would help!!!"" <br/>Immediately one mass message was sent out:<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">TO: NATO, Russia, India, Italy, USA, Australia, South Korea<br/>From: Tibet<br/>HIGHLY CLASSIFIED<br/>I realize you have disagreed in the past and may disagree with each other now, but we have a bigger enemy: China. China has showed it doesn't care about international laws or the lives of millions of people. They have destroyed my capitol city, and have showed no restraint in massacring Civilians that protested the invasion. They must be stopped. I am pleading for your assistance, be it a dollar, a million dollars, weapons, and yes, even men.</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/>As the Chinese were stopped for a temporary 2 day's one of the Chinese special forces or the Black Tiger's were being airlift in to the Capital from Taiwan. The group of 100 men in black Uniform with 5 new Russian T-90 tanks were just 30 minutes away from Lhasa in a few Y-20 air transport. Their mission: Capture or Kill the King Of Tibet. The men were well trained and were equipped with Sniper rifles and submachine guns, their secondaires were Nova gas grenades and some that had space had anti tank RPG's. Their captain is a French immigrant that became the French secret service most wanted. He also spoke fluent Mandarin but the Chinese could understand him. ""Boy's our target is the King. For our mission we will call him Alpha Wolf. He will be one of the most guarded target we will face. We need to act strong and act fast in this mission. The capital is sill out of Power so we will have stealth in this Dark Night. We are to bring the man or body back to Beijing. Good luck men."" For the next 30 minutes, the transport planes were in complete radio silence."
1880,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=525,2014-12-12T20:18:00,Licata,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22775969#p22775969"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22774044#p22774044"">wrote</a>:</cite>Immediately one mass message was sent out:<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">TO: NATO, Russia, India, Italy, USA, Australia, South Korea<br/>From: Tibet<br/>HIGHLY CLASSIFIED<br/>I realize you have disagreed in the past and may disagree with each other now, but we have a bigger enemy: China. China has showed it doesn't care about international laws or the lives of millions of people. They have destroyed my capitol city, and have showed no restraint in massacring Civilians that protested the invasion. They must be stopped. I am pleading for your assistance, be it a dollar, a million dollars, weapons, and yes, even men.</blockquote></div></blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""color: red"">Top Secret</span></span><br/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://oi44.tinypic.com/2qst36e.jpg""/></div><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">""Syndicate for ever!""</span></span></span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">To the Government of Tibet</span></span>,<br/><br/>Sorry, but we don't care about those who side with our enemies. I wish you luck in surviving this genocide. <br/><br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Giovanni Messe, Grand marshal of The United Syndicates of Italy</span></span></blockquote>"
1881,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=525,2014-12-12T20:21:00,The Greater Gambia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22775090#p22775090"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22774942#p22774942"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Banjul, The Gambia</span><br/><br/>The general answered his question."" The Phantom's arrived yesterday, we've moved them to an airfield outside to Serekunda in case the terrorists decide to attack again, we have one pilot on our side on the front, the rest were caught on the other side when the Loyalist offensive began, along with the new recruits we were training for your shipment. As for our armor, the Gambia has 5 M60 Pattons and 4 M551 Sheridans, like our airforce, they were also trapped in the east, fortunately, we have plenty of soldiers on our side that can operate them. We also are expecting another arms shipment from Mexico, it should have artilllery pieces and mortars.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Gambian Military Airfield, Eastern Gambia</span><br/><br/>General Mboge was stunned."" I'm impressed, not many people outside of Africa speak our tongue."" He said in Mandinka.""Come, tell me about why you are here."" He said, motioning for them to follow him.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""I got trapped by pirates in Sierra Leone once. I had to learn those languages in order to survive. Thank god that you chose Mandinka because my Wolof and Fulani are quite rusty. Anyways,I came to speak to you about your war against the uprising here in The Gambia.My country apperantly sent you weapons in exchange for a base here in Gambia.....""<br/><br/>The group followed Juarez in perfect unison,calmly they motioned people aside.They did not use threatening gestures only hand movements.The mud seemed to melt down under the boots of the soldiers.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Ah yes, your artillery works very well, they're the loyalists favorite weapons. As you have probably heard, they stole the last shipment of supplies, in response we have increased security at all of our ports. The incident was completely out of the blue. The only reason they did it was because they were under the lead of a man named Jhonothan Bell."""
1882,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=525,2014-12-12T20:37:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22776197#p22776197"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22775969#p22775969"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Lhasa, Tibet</span></span><br/>It was utter chaos as men, women, and children ran to the bomb shelters that had been built just days earlier. Only 1500 people of the 600,000+ managed to make it to the shelters and survive. The rest were either killed or gravely injured in the blast. Of the roughly 598,000 people caught in the blast, only 40,000 survived, over 30,000 Children were killed. Willam Aniston slammed his fist on the desk under the remains of Lhasa ""We need help!!! Send a message to Britan, America, Even India if you think it would help!!!"" <br/>Immediately one mass message was sent out:<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">TO: NATO, Russia, India, Italy, USA, Australia, South Korea<br/>From: Tibet<br/>HIGHLY CLASSIFIED<br/>I realize you have disagreed in the past and may disagree with each other now, but we have a bigger enemy: China. China has showed it doesn't care about international laws or the lives of millions of people. They have destroyed my capitol city, and have showed no restraint in massacring Civilians that protested the invasion. They must be stopped. I am pleading for your assistance, be it a dollar, a million dollars, weapons, and yes, even men.</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/>As the Chinese were stopped for a temporary 2 day's one of the Chinese special forces or the Black Tiger's were being airlift in to the Capital from Taiwan. The group of 100 men in black Uniform with 5 new Russian T-90 tanks were just 30 minutes away from Lhasa in a few Y-20 air transport. Their mission: Capture or Kill the King Of Tibet. The men were well trained and were equipped with Sniper rifles and submachine guns, their secondaires were Nova gas grenades and some that had space had anti tank RPG's. Their captain is a French immigrant that became the French secret service most wanted. He also spoke fluent Mandarin but the Chinese could understand him. ""Boy's our target is the King. For our mission we will call him Alpha Wolf. He will be one of the most guarded target we will face. We need to act strong and act fast in this mission. The capital is sill out of Power so we will have stealth in this Dark Night. We are to bring the man or body back to Beijing. Good luck men."" For the next 30 minutes, the transport planes were in complete radio silence.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Under Tibet</span></span><br/>William Aniston and his 500 man special forces team wound their way throughout the tunnels. He had been becoming more and more paranoid since he got back from China, now he was on his way to the safehouse in India. There he would have 2 Anti-Aircraft guns mounted on the roof ready for any attack, as well as 500 men that patrolled the small jungle surrounding the old plantation. He had payed off the local authorities to overlook the armed men and fortified building."
1883,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=525,2014-12-12T21:20:00,Zatak,"<div align=""Center""><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://cbsmiami.files.wordpress.com/2014/02/riots-in-ukraine-and-venezuela5.jpg?w=594""/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">February, 16th, 2016<br/>Moscow, Russia<br/>10:00 AM</span></span></span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">If we try to engineer outcomes, if we overturn tradition to make everyone the same, we ruin society. If we upset tradition to allow for an equal shot at the starting gate, everyone wins, except for the charlatans and would be dictators. Dictators cause the world's worst problems: all the collapsed states, and all the devastated economies. All the vapid cases of corruption, grand theft, and naked plunder of the treasury are caused by dictators, leaving in their wake trails of wanton destruction, horrendous carnage and human debris.</span><br/><br/>The people of Russia were born in conflict and conquest from the Mongols to Stalingrad a war or revolution seemed to drive history forward and the people would show what that meant to them just as they're grandparents did by getting rid of a dictator once and for all in hopes or starting a new era of peace.<br/><br/>The police held they're best for as long as they could trying any non lethal weapon they could and at the start it seemed to work as repeated tear gas attacks struck the rioters but they would only end up coming back after each strike with more and more people but they stayed peaceful for the most part and the situation seemed like just any other large protest but that changed fast.<br/><br/>A girl of only eleven stood in the crowd happy to be there and as such she joined her older brother in the protest when one of the police officers gun misfired and in only a mere second the happy, laughing girl fell to the ground as the bullet struck her head the blood covering the ground and her brother to his horror. The crowd rushed to the girl but she was gone before anyone could react and I that sense it went personal for the people of Moscow as to them this was Putin's doing.<br/><br/>The peaceful crowd soon turned against the police and without any hesitation the enraged people all calling for a number of things charged the police forces with the force of a lion and the passion of a falcon. The police held out for a while but it was not long before the line broke ad the crowd was allowed to enter deeper into Moscow all combatting the police while ransacking they're once great capital.<br/><br/>The people were swift as they gained people long the way as the tired police were overwhelmed by the now armed Protesters who were being lead by a group of men donning the WFA Flag an soon they realize who was behind this. The people were swift to surround the Kremlin Senate as the military had not yet arrived except for the men at the Senate there was no one stopping these people from charging into the building.<br/><br/>The Military knew of the plot and were told to not interfere much to the horrors of the great president Putin who saw the people gather outside in a armed conflict against his last defense and in this moment he knew what his fate was but he had a way out and he intended to get out before the Senate was raided and his guards would ensure that.<hr/><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.11points.com/images/badassflags/moscow.jpg""/><br/>[align=]<span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">February, 16th, 2016<br/>Kremlin Senate, Moscow<br/>10:10 AM</span></span>[/align]<br/><br/>The former President of the Russian federation ran through the halls of the senate followed by his 3 Guards as they made they're way to the elevator to get to the Third floor along with other people also trying to escape it made things very hectic and it did not help that the security outside was starting to fall quickly to the now armed rebels who only seemed to get stronger and stronger as time went on.<br/><br/>The President entered the elevator where nothing but silence could be heard all the while he was thinking here he could of went wrong I mean he id everything he could to make Russia a superpower again and now his own people wanted his blood but he could not think what made them so angry with all the Military increases and taking back Crimea from the Ukrainians along with growing relations with China and India he just could not understand what else he could of done.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Эта страна теперь скоро должны прийти к концу</span><br/><br/>The Elevator door opened to the horrors outside as the great capital of Moscow burned by the rebels hands all of the great infrastructure and buildings were becoming nothing but ash as the rebels continues to pillage the greatest city in Europe destroying all in they're way no matter how important...<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">гневной руки его собственного народа городские</span><br/><br/>""Hurry Mr. President there is not much time!, Sid one of two guards as he grabbed the presidents arms and pulled him away down the halls where many others tried to make the escape out of the building in hopes of escaping death for all the crimes they had done after which it went dark as the power cut out yet the president kept running before the door opened to the light of outside...<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Возмездие Ват они называют то, что они делают</span><br/><br/>The three men now stood on a balcony overlooking the main rebel force as they watched the last remaining security forces break and the rebels enter the square in anger all as they chanted they're cries and as Vladimir Putin stood and watched, ""So this is it.... Why did you bring me here! we need to get to the lot before they get up here"", The former president yelled as he looked at the two men both smiling and one pulling out a glock from it's holst-... oh no<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">И для них мы будем служить всегда защищает их</span><br/><br/>""A gift from Jonathon Bell!"", Said one of the men as the nearby church bells began to chime to the horrors of the Russian president who new of his last second all while regretting nothing as the only noise in Moscow become a bang before silence as the bullet hit Vladimir Putin's chest sending him flying over the balcony and into the crowd below all while the men smiled and walked away. The Former president hit the ground where he was surrounded by the rebels who had built up all this anger for so long and now ha a chance to release it on the man who ruined there great country.<br/><br/>The event was capture live as the rebels entered the now burning senate building in anger before dealing with the rest of Putin's lackeys all of this was soon captured on the News channels of the world as the flag of the WFA flew on the top of the burning building just high enough to not catch flame all while the people of the world watched this well known terrorist lead a Revolt on a world power like he was a foreign nation...<br/><br/>Jonathon claimed responsibility soon after on youtube and multiple news stations leading many to refer to this revolt as the Jonathon's crusade of course Jonathon himself was happy with the outcome he hoped to use this as a warning to others and did so when he posted his now Viral video where he stated only these few words to the leaders of the world:<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Power belongs to the people and I am the people. The nation of Russia is free by my hands an I intend to do the same to the rest of the world.</span>""<br/><br/>The death of Putin would lead to a new era of greatness for Russia and a new ally to Jonathon's cause as well as some popular support but for now he would use this as a warning to the world leaders to show that he had the capability to fight them head on and take them down no matter how big or how powerful they believed they were though as of now no foreign response has been given by any Foreign nation but is expected to soon....."
1884,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=525,2014-12-12T21:28:00,Pimps Inc,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22776246#p22776246"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22775090#p22775090"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""I got trapped by pirates in Sierra Leone once. I had to learn those languages in order to survive. Thank god that you chose Mandinka because my Wolof and Fulani are quite rusty. Anyways,I came to speak to you about your war against the uprising here in The Gambia.My country apperantly sent you weapons in exchange for a base here in Gambia.....""<br/><br/>The group followed Juarez in perfect unison,calmly they motioned people aside.They did not use threatening gestures only hand movements.The mud seemed to melt down under the boots of the soldiers.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Ah yes, your artillery works very well, they're the loyalists favorite weapons. As you have probably heard, they stole the last shipment of supplies, in response we have increased security at all of our ports. The incident was completely out of the blue. The only reason they did it was because they were under the lead of a man named Jhonothan Bell.""</div></blockquote><br/>He perk his ears at the sound of the name.He knew who that man was.Bastard had blown up a frigate in the Atlantic.With Juarez in it.What the hell was the damn maniac doing here?<br/><br/>""Bell?Never heard of him.I was ordered to make sure the weapons made their way to the right hands.I see you are unable to beat back the Loyalists.I can help you by recovering the weapons and helping your men fight the Loyalists back.I will need some men,though.We will lower the price of the weapons by 5% for the inconvenience and lower the amount of troops in our future base to 3,000,as well."""
1885,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=525,2014-12-12T21:47:00,The Greater Gambia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22777024#p22777024"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22776246#p22776246"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""Ah yes, your artillery works very well, they're the loyalists favorite weapons. As you have probably heard, they stole the last shipment of supplies, in response we have increased security at all of our ports. The incident was completely out of the blue. The only reason they did it was because they were under the lead of a man named Jhonothan Bell.""</div></blockquote><br/>He perk his ears at the sound of the name.He knew who that man was.Bastard had blown up a frigate in the Atlantic.With Juarez in it.What the hell was the damn maniac doing here?<br/><br/>""Bell?Never heard of him.I was ordered to make sure the weapons made their way to the right hands.I see you are unable to beat back the Loyalists.I can help you by recovering the weapons and helping your men fight the Loyalists back.I will need some men,though.We will lower the price of the weapons by 5% for the inconvenience and lower the amount of troops in our future base to 3,000,as well.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>A GAF aide interrupted the conversion, bringing news from the besieged city.""Sir, Captain Malik Taal's fire team has taken the intiative and are pushing back the loyalists They've begun to use the Loyalists tactics against them. We have gained reports that when the loyalists encounter to a sniper, instead of trying to get close, they'll retreat and let the artillery handle it. Taal's team has been using this time between artillery bombardments and loyalist advances to move up. They have already pushed them back into the market district. Other GSAS teams in the city have begun to use this tactic."" The general turned to Juarez."" if you need men, that's who you'll want. I will radio them, telling them not to shoot."""
1886,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=525,2014-12-12T21:57:00,Protector Galactics,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22776449#p22776449"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22776197#p22776197"">wrote</a>:</cite>As the Chinese were stopped for a temporary 2 day's one of the Chinese special forces or the Black Tiger's were being airlift in to the Capital from Taiwan. The group of 100 men in black Uniform with 5 new Russian T-90 tanks were just 30 minutes away from Lhasa in a few Y-20 air transport. Their mission: Capture or Kill the King Of Tibet. The men were well trained and were equipped with Sniper rifles and submachine guns, their secondaires were Nova gas grenades and some that had space had anti tank RPG's. Their captain is a French immigrant that became the French secret service most wanted. He also spoke fluent Mandarin but the Chinese could understand him. ""Boy's our target is the King. For our mission we will call him Alpha Wolf. He will be one of the most guarded target we will face. We need to act strong and act fast in this mission. The capital is sill out of Power so we will have stealth in this Dark Night. We are to bring the man or body back to Beijing. Good luck men."" For the next 30 minutes, the transport planes were in complete radio silence.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Under Tibet</span></span><br/>William Aniston and his 500 man special forces team wound their way throughout the tunnels. He had been becoming more and more paranoid since he got back from China, now he was on his way to the safehouse in India. There he would have 2 Anti-Aircraft guns mounted on the roof ready for any attack, as well as 500 men that patrolled the small jungle surrounding the old plantation. He had payed off the local authorities to overlook the armed men and fortified building.</div></blockquote><br/>As the Black Tigers landed with their tanks in the city they immediately got to work. Only facing Minor resistance they put the Chinese flag on the highest point of the Palace. Then one of the Black Tigers noticed a tunnel. Then in the distance they saw flashlights with possibly a whole army of men. Then someone yell out: ""Get down!"" One of the Black tiger members fired their anti tank missile hitting the army. ""Get them!"" Yelled out Captain Layette. The Black tigers used their speed in hunting down the Tibetan soldiers. A fierce fire fight in the tunnels lit the the passage. Meanwhile King William was running for his life Black tiger members were waiting for him in one of the exposed tunnels. The King was now trap under the Chinese controlled Tibet."
1887,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=550,2014-12-12T21:58:00,Pimps Inc,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22777255#p22777255"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22777024#p22777024"">wrote</a>:</cite>He perk his ears at the sound of the name.He knew who that man was.Bastard had blown up a frigate in the Atlantic.With Juarez in it.What the hell was the damn maniac doing here?<br/><br/>""Bell?Never heard of him.I was ordered to make sure the weapons made their way to the right hands.I see you are unable to beat back the Loyalists.I can help you by recovering the weapons and helping your men fight the Loyalists back.I will need some men,though.We will lower the price of the weapons by 5% for the inconvenience and lower the amount of troops in our future base to 3,000,as well.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>A GAF aide interrupted the conversion, bringing news from the besieged city.""Sir, Captain Malik Taal's fire team has taken the intiative and are pushing back the loyalists They've begun to use the Loyalists tactics against them. We have gained reports that when the loyalists encounter to a sniper, instead of trying to get close, they'll retreat and let the artillery handle it. Taal's team has been using this time between artillery bombardments and loyalist advances to move up. They have already pushed them back into the market district. Other GSAS teams in the city have begun to use this tactic."" The general turned to Juarez."" if you need men, that's who you'll want. I will radio them, telling them not to shoot.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>While the General was pulled aside,Juarez pager went off.He brought his hand into his shirt pocket and brought out the small device.Juarez had asked for something more advanced but apparently not only was it out of his paycheck but it was too risky to have something more digital.The funny thing was he earned more than President Pena Nieto did.The small screen flashed a message from ORCC's HQ.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Operations in Russia delayed.Bell strikes again.Bastard burned down the capital of Russia.We will keep you informed.</span><br/><br/>Juarez cursed under his breath.Russia was the only place in this side of the world apart from Europe where his plans hadn't been delayed.Now,Russia would have to wait....all thanks to Bell.<br/><br/>""Tell me where they are and I'll go.I need to speak with that Malik fellow about the next possible way of fighting back."""
1888,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=550,2014-12-12T22:03:00,Australian Antarctica,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Lhasa, Tibet</span></span><br/>Xue Lu sat behind the controls of his T99 tank, one of the few remaining after the first treaty. The tank was set up on the second floor of an old shop that watched the main road. It was covered in a film of dust and dirt and looked more like a wreck than a fighting vehicle. He ordered his men to shift the barrel down and to the right, aimed at a small Chinese scouting patrol made of one Humvee and 6 Infantry. ""Ready! Aim! FIRE!"" The shell left the barrel and sped towards the vehicle, incinerating the men in a large fireball that resulted from the incendiary round. The tank only had 3 shells left after 2 days of fighting, moving his tank to different parts of the city to keep up with the battle. By now he had destroyed 2 Tanks, 3 APCs, and more small vehicles and soldiers than he could count. Around the city, more fighters in small groups scavenged through the city, looking for Chinese targets. The fighting wasn't constant, as the Tibetan 'military' had all but dissolved within hours of the attack. Now small bands of soldiers, no more than 100 in a group, fought a guerrilla war resembling the Vietnam war, with only 2 outcomes: The defeat of the Chinese, or total destruction of Tibet..."
1889,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=550,2014-12-12T22:05:00,The Greater Gambia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22777366#p22777366"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22777255#p22777255"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>A GAF aide interrupted the conversion, bringing news from the besieged city.""Sir, Captain Malik Taal's fire team has taken the intiative and are pushing back the loyalists They've begun to use the Loyalists tactics against them. We have gained reports that when the loyalists encounter to a sniper, instead of trying to get close, they'll retreat and let the artillery handle it. Taal's team has been using this time between artillery bombardments and loyalist advances to move up. They have already pushed them back into the market district. Other GSAS teams in the city have begun to use this tactic."" The general turned to Juarez."" if you need men, that's who you'll want. I will radio them, telling them not to shoot.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>While the General was pulled aside,Juarez pager went off.He brought his hand into his shirt pocket and brought out the small device.Juarez had asked for something more advanced but apparently not only was it out of his paycheck but it was too risky to have something more digital.The funny thing was he earned more than President Pena Nieto did.The small screen flashed a message from ORCC's HQ.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Operations in Russia delayed.Bell strikes again.Bastard burned down the capital of Russia.We will keep you informed.</span><br/><br/>Juarez cursed under his breath.Russia was the only place in this side of the world apart from Europe where his plans hadn't been delayed.Now,Russia would have to wait....all thanks to Bell.<br/><br/>""Tell me where they are and I'll go.I need to speak with that Malik fellow about the next possible way of fighting back.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Of course."" General Mboge pulls out a map of Janjanbureh."" Their last known location was here in the market district. I'll warn you, the markets have been heavily contested."""
1890,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=550,2014-12-12T22:06:00,Protector Galactics,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22777366#p22777366"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22777255#p22777255"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>A GAF aide interrupted the conversion, bringing news from the besieged city.""Sir, Captain Malik Taal's fire team has taken the intiative and are pushing back the loyalists They've begun to use the Loyalists tactics against them. We have gained reports that when the loyalists encounter to a sniper, instead of trying to get close, they'll retreat and let the artillery handle it. Taal's team has been using this time between artillery bombardments and loyalist advances to move up. They have already pushed them back into the market district. Other GSAS teams in the city have begun to use this tactic."" The general turned to Juarez."" if you need men, that's who you'll want. I will radio them, telling them not to shoot.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>While the General was pulled aside,Juarez pager went off.He brought his hand into his shirt pocket and brought out the small device.Juarez had asked for something more advanced but apparently not only was it out of his paycheck but it was too risky to have something more digital.The funny thing was he earned more than President Pena Nieto did.The small screen flashed a message from ORCC's HQ.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Operations in Russia delayed.Bell strikes again.Bastard burned down the capital of Russia.We will keep you informed.</span><br/><br/>Juarez cursed under his breath.Russia was the only place in this side of the world apart from Europe where his plans hadn't been delayed.Now,Russia would have to wait....all thanks to Bell.<br/><br/>""Tell me where they are and I'll go.I need to speak with that Malik fellow about the next possible way of fighting back.""</div></blockquote><br/>After the long flight the Chinese aircraft finally arrived at The Gambia. They expected an airspace check pretty soon. Colonel Shin was ready for landing."
1891,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=550,2014-12-12T22:06:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22777348#p22777348"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22776449#p22776449"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Under Tibet</span></span><br/>William Aniston and his 500 man special forces team wound their way throughout the tunnels. He had been becoming more and more paranoid since he got back from China, now he was on his way to the safehouse in India. There he would have 2 Anti-Aircraft guns mounted on the roof ready for any attack, as well as 500 men that patrolled the small jungle surrounding the old plantation. He had payed off the local authorities to overlook the armed men and fortified building.</div></blockquote><br/>As the Black Tigers landed with their tanks in the city they immediately got to work. Only facing Minor resistance they put the Chinese flag on the highest point of the Palace. Then one of the Black Tigers noticed a tunnel. Then in the distance they saw flashlights with possibly a whole army of men. Then someone yell out: ""Get down!"" One of the Black tiger members fired their anti tank missile hitting the army. ""Get them!"" Yelled out Captain Layette. The Black tigers used their speed in hunting down the Tibetan soldiers. A fierce fire fight in the tunnels lit the the passage. Meanwhile King William was running for his life Black tiger members were waiting for him in one of the exposed tunnels. The King was now trap under the Chinese controlled Tibet.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Under Lhasa</span></span><br/>William and his 10 best men kept running, while the other 450 covered them. They had set up 4 M60s along the tunnels and were cutting the attackers in half. Already more heavy guns were being brought up from the rear. Soon, the tunnels would become more of a tomb than a place to fight a war..."
1892,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=550,2014-12-12T22:09:00,Licata,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 250%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: green"">It</span><span style=""color: grey"">al</span><span style=""color: red"">ia</span></span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Auction</span><br/><br/>The Syndicates of Italy send in their bids for the army, divvying it up for thier use.<br/><br/>The army is divided as such;<br/><br/>45,000 form a new PMC called ""Arditi Internazionale""<br/><br/>77,000 were bought by the Banking Syndicate.<br/><br/>43,000 were bought by The Arms Syndicate.<br/><br/>12,000 were bought by the Bread Basket Syndicate.<br/><br/>The remaining 41,000 were sold off to the rest of the Syndicates is sets of 3,000.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">France</span><br/><br/>The Banking Syndicate of Italy began buying the debt of small businesses everywhere in France, a total of two thousand now owe all of their debt to the Syndicate. Five hundred businesses were strait out bought by the Syndicate, they are now one with the syndicate.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Nation</span><br/><br/>After China's released information the Security Syndicate, formed by the secret services and every Italian Private Investigator group, began spying on every Chinese immigrant. They also began counter-intelligence operations.<br/><br/>The Banking Syndicate hired the Security Syndicate to protect their assets.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Rome</span><br/><br/>After hearing about Russia, the Parliament building of Italy was militarized. Roadblocks, armed guards, and drones now patrol the area. The Syndicate of Journalism announced that this was in response to threats from the Gambian government of another assassination on our leadership.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">To: The International Community</span><br/>From: Arditi Internazionale and The Arms Syndicate, of Italy<br/><br/>We are now offering our martial services. For a price, you can have an army.</blockquote>"
1893,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=550,2014-12-12T22:11:00,The Greater Gambia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22777444#p22777444"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22777366#p22777366"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>While the General was pulled aside,Juarez pager went off.He brought his hand into his shirt pocket and brought out the small device.Juarez had asked for something more advanced but apparently not only was it out of his paycheck but it was too risky to have something more digital.The funny thing was he earned more than President Pena Nieto did.The small screen flashed a message from ORCC's HQ.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Operations in Russia delayed.Bell strikes again.Bastard burned down the capital of Russia.We will keep you informed.</span><br/><br/>Juarez cursed under his breath.Russia was the only place in this side of the world apart from Europe where his plans hadn't been delayed.Now,Russia would have to wait....all thanks to Bell.<br/><br/>""Tell me where they are and I'll go.I need to speak with that Malik fellow about the next possible way of fighting back.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>After the long flight the Chinese aircraft finally arrived at The Gambia. They expected an airspace check pretty soon. Colonel Shin was ready for landing.</div></blockquote><br/>Two F-4 Phantoms were dispatched to deal with the unidentified craft. The pilots hailed the cargo planes.""Unidentified aircraft, you are violating Gambian airspace, you have five minutes to respond pr we will open fire."""
1894,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=550,2014-12-12T22:11:00,Pimps Inc,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22777440#p22777440"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22777366#p22777366"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>While the General was pulled aside,Juarez pager went off.He brought his hand into his shirt pocket and brought out the small device.Juarez had asked for something more advanced but apparently not only was it out of his paycheck but it was too risky to have something more digital.The funny thing was he earned more than President Pena Nieto did.The small screen flashed a message from ORCC's HQ.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Operations in Russia delayed.Bell strikes again.Bastard burned down the capital of Russia.We will keep you informed.</span><br/><br/>Juarez cursed under his breath.Russia was the only place in this side of the world apart from Europe where his plans hadn't been delayed.Now,Russia would have to wait....all thanks to Bell.<br/><br/>""Tell me where they are and I'll go.I need to speak with that Malik fellow about the next possible way of fighting back.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Of course."" General Mboge pulls out a map of Janjanbureh."" Their last known location was here in the market district. I'll warn you, the markets have been heavily contested.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Don't worry,I've seen similar.Cuidad Juarez in Mexico,my city,used to be like this all the time.Until I brought it under control.Ill deal with these rebellious farmers.Good luck,General Mboge.Although I'm sure you do not need it.I'll take a car,if it's not too much of a problem.""<br/><br/>Juarez team climbed into a small pickup truck and sped off towards the market district...."
1895,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=550,2014-12-12T22:16:00,Protector Galactics,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22777423#p22777423"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Lhasa, Tibet</span></span><br/>Xue Lu sat behind the controls of his T99 tank, one of the few remaining after the first treaty. The tank was set up on the second floor of an old shop that watched the main road. It was covered in a film of dust and dirt and looked more like a wreck than a fighting vehicle. He ordered his men to shift the barrel down and to the right, aimed at a small Chinese scouting patrol made of one Humvee and 6 Infantry. ""Ready! Aim! FIRE!"" The shell left the barrel and sped towards the vehicle, incinerating the men in a large fireball that resulted from the incendiary round. The tank only had 3 shells left after 2 days of fighting, moving his tank to different parts of the city to keep up with the battle. By now he had destroyed 2 Tanks, 3 APCs, and more small vehicles and soldiers than he could count. Around the city, more fighters in small groups scavenged through the city, looking for Chinese targets. The fighting wasn't constant, as the Tibetan 'military' had all but dissolved within hours of the attack. Now small bands of soldiers, no more than 100 in a group, fought a guerrilla war resembling the Vietnam war, with only 2 outcomes: The defeat of the Chinese, or total destruction of Tibet...</div></blockquote><br/>The Chinese Black Tiger's group was holding their position. The worlds most powerful tanks aimed down their scope at the last of the Tibetan military. The Black Tigers never took a step back. They only had 2 casualties that were being treated but they were now being the second most powerful squad in all of the Chinese military. The Tigers soon surrounded the Tibetan military. Captain Dellayette ordered to shoot anybody that had a gun. The Tigers had the mind of a fierce warrior. The T-90 tanks were dominating the city but the Chinese flag still stood on top of the Palace."
1896,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=550,2014-12-12T22:16:00,Protector Galactics,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22777499#p22777499"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22777444#p22777444"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><br/>After the long flight the Chinese aircraft finally arrived at The Gambia. They expected an airspace check pretty soon. Colonel Shin was ready for landing.</div></blockquote><br/>Two F-4 Phantoms were dispatched to deal with the unidentified craft. The pilots hailed the cargo planes.""Unidentified aircraft, you are violating Gambian airspace, you have five minutes to respond pr we will open fire.""</div></blockquote><br/>""We are Chinese U.N troops dispatch to help Gambia. We wish to help you."""
1897,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=550,2014-12-12T22:21:00,The Greater Gambia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22777570#p22777570"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22777499#p22777499"">wrote</a>:</cite>Two F-4 Phantoms were dispatched to deal with the unidentified craft. The pilots hailed the cargo planes.""Unidentified aircraft, you are violating Gambian airspace, you have five minutes to respond pr we will open fire.""</div></blockquote><br/>""We are Chinese U.N troops dispatch to help Gambia. We wish to help you.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The pilots went silent for a few minutes much to the distress of the Chinese.""We've talked to our commanders, they have received no word of Chinese support."" The F-4 pilots locked on to the planes, just in case."
1898,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=550,2014-12-12T22:24:00,Protector Galactics,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22777612#p22777612"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22777570#p22777570"">wrote</a>:</cite>""We are Chinese U.N troops dispatch to help Gambia. We wish to help you.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The pilots went silent for a few minutes much to the distress of the Chinese.""We've talked to our commanders, they have received no word of Chinese support."" The F-4 pilots locked on to the planes, just in case.</div></blockquote><br/>""We were ordered here by the palace but we can swear to you that we mean no harm."""
1899,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=550,2014-12-12T22:26:00,The Greater Gambia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22777647#p22777647"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22777612#p22777612"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>The pilots went silent for a few minutes much to the distress of the Chinese.""We've talked to our commanders, they have received no word of Chinese support."" The F-4 pilots locked on to the planes, just in case.</div></blockquote><br/>""We were ordered here by the palace but we can swear to you that we mean no harm.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""What palace? You have 30 seconds to state your intentions or we will fire."""
1900,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=550,2014-12-12T22:28:00,Protector Galactics,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22777658#p22777658"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22777647#p22777647"">wrote</a>:</cite>""We were ordered here by the palace but we can swear to you that we mean no harm.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""What palace? You have 30 seconds to state your intentions or we will fire.""</div></blockquote><br/>""We were sent by the palace=The Capital= The president. We mean no harm we are here to hunt the Loyalist."""
1901,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=550,2014-12-12T22:28:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22777559#p22777559"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22777423#p22777423"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Lhasa, Tibet</span></span><br/>Xue Lu sat behind the controls of his T99 tank, one of the few remaining after the first treaty. The tank was set up on the second floor of an old shop that watched the main road. It was covered in a film of dust and dirt and looked more like a wreck than a fighting vehicle. He ordered his men to shift the barrel down and to the right, aimed at a small Chinese scouting patrol made of one Humvee and 6 Infantry. ""Ready! Aim! FIRE!"" The shell left the barrel and sped towards the vehicle, incinerating the men in a large fireball that resulted from the incendiary round. The tank only had 3 shells left after 2 days of fighting, moving his tank to different parts of the city to keep up with the battle. By now he had destroyed 2 Tanks, 3 APCs, and more small vehicles and soldiers than he could count. Around the city, more fighters in small groups scavenged through the city, looking for Chinese targets. The fighting wasn't constant, as the Tibetan 'military' had all but dissolved within hours of the attack. Now small bands of soldiers, no more than 100 in a group, fought a guerrilla war resembling the Vietnam war, with only 2 outcomes: The defeat of the Chinese, or total destruction of Tibet...</div></blockquote><br/>The Chinese Black Tiger's group was holding their position. The worlds most powerful tanks aimed down their scope at the last of the Tibetan military. The Black Tigers never took a step back. They only had 2 casualties that were being treated but they were now being the second most powerful squad in all of the Chinese military. The Tigers soon surrounded the Tibetan military. Captain Dellayette ordered to shoot anybody that had a gun. The Tigers had the mind of a fierce warrior. The T-90 tanks were dominating the city but the Chinese flag still stood on top of the Palace.</div></blockquote><br/>The Tibetans had already retreated into the tunnels where tanks would be useless. They had set up LMGs every 20 feet and HMGs at every intersection. Any attack would prove fatal. The Tibetans had also fixed bayonets to the end of their rifles . It was now or never. The king was already 20 miles, nearing the 'underground highway' that had been built during and after the first war. After he arrives there he will meet up with the replacement battalion and drive to India ."
1902,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=550,2014-12-12T22:30:00,The Greater Gambia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22777676#p22777676"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22777658#p22777658"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""What palace? You have 30 seconds to state your intentions or we will fire.""</div></blockquote><br/>""We were sent by the palace=The Capital= The president. We mean no harm we are here to hunt the Loyalist.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>20 seconds past as the two countries teeter on the edge of war."" We will escort you to the Gambian Eastern Military Airfield, once there you are ordered to hand over your weapons and will be detained until the issue is resolved."""
1903,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=550,2014-12-12T22:35:00,Pimps Inc,"The car had some munitions and assault rifles in the back.Juarez pulled out a set of binoculars and looked towards the market in the distance.<br/><br/>""See that building there?Thats where the Malik guy is.""<br/><br/>The car sped on,with each minute,the gunfire become louder and closer until they were right in the middle of one.An RPG hit the road and turned a Gambian soldier into a red mist.The truck hit a burning car and came to a halt.Juarez jumped out before the car hit and was saved.The rest survived but barely.Juarez then pulled out his two M1911s and cocked them using each other's barrels.He put two shots into a Hyena and went behind a smoldering barricade.His team had suffered two casualties but the rest managed to hide behind cover,as well.<br/><br/>""Where the hell is that Malik guy!"""
1904,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=550,2014-12-12T22:36:00,Protector Galactics,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22777684#p22777684"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22777559#p22777559"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Chinese Black Tiger's group was holding their position. The worlds most powerful tanks aimed down their scope at the last of the Tibetan military. The Black Tigers never took a step back. They only had 2 casualties that were being treated but they were now being the second most powerful squad in all of the Chinese military. The Tigers soon surrounded the Tibetan military. Captain Dellayette ordered to shoot anybody that had a gun. The Tigers had the mind of a fierce warrior. The T-90 tanks were dominating the city but the Chinese flag still stood on top of the Palace.</div></blockquote><br/>The Tibetans had already retreated into the tunnels where tanks would be useless. They had set up LMGs every 20 feet and HMGs at every intersection. Any attack would prove fatal. The Tibetans had also fixed bayonets to the end of their rifles . It was now or never. The king was already 20 miles, nearing the 'underground highway' that had been built during and after the first war. After he arrives there he will meet up with the replacement battalion and drive to India .</div></blockquote><br/>Attack and Transport Helicopters were given a diagram that showed the tunnel. On board were Captain Siming Black Tiger forces. As the Helicopter reached the end of the diagram they were given the found a battalion. Now the Attack helicopter were firing every missile they had at the end of the tunnel. Firing their air to Surface missiles that were demolishing the battalion. Captain Siming soon spoke into the cockpit: ""If the King gets past that border, our mission is a failure fire every single missile you got on this thing!"" the Transport helicopters soon dropped their men to fight the Battalion. Meanwhile Helicopter tried to block the road that was just 1 mile away from Nepal. Their the border guards watch like it was something out of a movie."
1905,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=550,2014-12-12T22:39:00,Protector Galactics,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22777706#p22777706"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22777676#p22777676"">wrote</a>:</cite>""We were sent by the palace=The Capital= The president. We mean no harm we are here to hunt the Loyalist.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>20 seconds past as the two countries teeter on the edge of war."" We will escort you to the Gambian Eastern Military Airfield, once there you are ordered to hand over your weapons and will be detained until the issue is resolved.""</div></blockquote><br/>The pilots followed the F-4 Phantoms. Putting their course into the airfield."
1906,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=550,2014-12-12T22:45:00,The Greater Gambia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22777755#p22777755"">wrote</a>:</cite>The car had some munitions and assault rifles in the back.Juarez pulled out a set of binoculars and looked towards the market in the distance.<br/><br/>""See that building there?Thats where the Malik guy is.""<br/><br/>The car sped on,with each minute,the gunfire become louder and closer until they were right in the middle of one.An RPG hit the road and turned a Gambian soldier into a red mist.The truck hit a burning car and came to a halt.Juarez jumped out before the car hit and was saved.The rest survived but barely.Juarez then pulled out his two M1911s and cocked them using each other's barrels.He put two shots into a Hyena and went behind a smoldering barricade.His team had suffered two casualties but the rest managed to hide behind cover,as well.<br/><br/>""Where the hell is that Malik guy!""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>A squad of Gambian soldiers ran up to them, their leader began to talk to Juarez.""FOLLOW US WE'LL TAKE YOU TO THE FBO!"" The soldier looked over to Juarez's comrades."" GET THE WOUNDED OUT OF HERE!"" The soldier yelled at the medics in Mandinka.<br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Meanwhile, at the airfield</span><br/><br/><br/>Gambian soldiers and tanks surrounded the cargo planes on the runway. The Phantoms circled above in case they tried to escape. The men on the ground had their sights on the planes, ready to gun them down if they made the wrong move."
1907,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=550,2014-12-12T22:47:00,Protector Galactics,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22777848#p22777848"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22777755#p22777755"">wrote</a>:</cite>The car had some munitions and assault rifles in the back.Juarez pulled out a set of binoculars and looked towards the market in the distance.<br/><br/>""See that building there?Thats where the Malik guy is.""<br/><br/>The car sped on,with each minute,the gunfire become louder and closer until they were right in the middle of one.An RPG hit the road and turned a Gambian soldier into a red mist.The truck hit a burning car and came to a halt.Juarez jumped out before the car hit and was saved.The rest survived but barely.Juarez then pulled out his two M1911s and cocked them using each other's barrels.He put two shots into a Hyena and went behind a smoldering barricade.His team had suffered two casualties but the rest managed to hide behind cover,as well.<br/><br/>""Where the hell is that Malik guy!""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>A squad of Gambian soldiers ran up to them, their leader began to talk to Juarez.""FOLLOW US WE'LL TAKE YOU TO THE FBO!"" The soldier looked over to Juarez's comrades."" GET THE WOUNDED OUT OF HERE!"" The soldier yelled at the medics in Mandinka.<br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Meanwhile, at the airfield</span><br/><br/><br/>Gambian soldiers and tanks surrounded the cargo planes on the runway. The Phantoms circled above in case they tried to escape. The men on the ground had their sights on the planes, ready to gun them down if they made the wrong move.</div></blockquote><br/>The Chinese Cargo planes opened their doors with all of the Chinese soldier hands up in the air. The Colonel had a white handkerchief tied to a stick proving that they don't mean harm."
1908,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=550,2014-12-12T22:51:00,The Greater Gambia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22777876#p22777876"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22777848#p22777848"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>A squad of Gambian soldiers ran up to them, their leader began to talk to Juarez.""FOLLOW US WE'LL TAKE YOU TO THE FBO!"" The soldier looked over to Juarez's comrades."" GET THE WOUNDED OUT OF HERE!"" The soldier yelled at the medics in Mandinka.<br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Meanwhile, at the airfield</span><br/><br/><br/>Gambian soldiers and tanks surrounded the cargo planes on the runway. The Phantoms circled above in case they tried to escape. The men on the ground had their sights on the planes, ready to gun them down if they made the wrong move.</div></blockquote><br/>The Chinese Cargo planes opened their doors with all of the Chinese soldier hands up in the air. The Colonel had a white handkerchief tied to a stick proving that they don't mean harm.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The GAF soldiers quickly zip tied the hands of the Chinese soldiers, they were brought to the mess hall, the only building in the whole base that could hold all of them."
1909,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=550,2014-12-12T22:55:00,Protector Galactics,"As the Colonel was being ziptied he said: ""May I speak with your leader?"" All of the Chinese troops listen to instructions from the Gambians."
1910,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=550,2014-12-12T22:59:00,The Greater Gambia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22777946#p22777946"">wrote</a>:</cite>As the Colonel was being ziptied he said: ""May I speak with your leader?"" All of the Chinese troops listen to instructions from the Gambians.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""General Mboge is currently in Janjanbureh. You'll have to wait till he's back."" Said his second in command. Lieutenant General Colley."
1911,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=550,2014-12-12T23:00:00,Pimps Inc,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22777848#p22777848"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22777755#p22777755"">wrote</a>:</cite>The car had some munitions and assault rifles in the back.Juarez pulled out a set of binoculars and looked towards the market in the distance.<br/><br/>""See that building there?Thats where the Malik guy is.""<br/><br/>The car sped on,with each minute,the gunfire become louder and closer until they were right in the middle of one.An RPG hit the road and turned a Gambian soldier into a red mist.The truck hit a burning car and came to a halt.Juarez jumped out before the car hit and was saved.The rest survived but barely.Juarez then pulled out his two M1911s and cocked them using each other's barrels.He put two shots into a Hyena and went behind a smoldering barricade.His team had suffered two casualties but the rest managed to hide behind cover,as well.<br/><br/>""Where the hell is that Malik guy!""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>A squad of Gambian soldiers ran up to them, their leader began to talk to Juarez.""FOLLOW US WE'LL TAKE YOU TO THE FBO!"" The soldier looked over to Juarez's comrades."" GET THE WOUNDED OUT OF HERE!"" The soldier yelled at the medics in Mandinka.<br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Meanwhile, at the airfield</span><br/><br/><br/>Gambian soldiers and tanks surrounded the cargo planes on the runway. The Phantoms circled above in case they tried to escape. The men on the ground had their sights on the planes, ready to gun them down if they made the wrong move.</div></blockquote><br/>""Leave the wounded,they'll only slow you down!They're already dead,look.""<br/><br/>Juarez then grabbed a grenade and threw it at a group of Loyalists,sending them flying into the air.Another hyena managed to push him onto his back on the floor.He wrangled around before hitting it with the butt of his gun and putting 3 bullets into the animal's neck and brain.He got up and followed the Gambian team,the Mexican soldiers behind him firing into the advancing Loyalists and pushed them back."
1912,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=575,2014-12-12T23:09:00,The Greater Gambia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22777982#p22777982"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22777848#p22777848"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>A squad of Gambian soldiers ran up to them, their leader began to talk to Juarez.""FOLLOW US WE'LL TAKE YOU TO THE FBO!"" The soldier looked over to Juarez's comrades."" GET THE WOUNDED OUT OF HERE!"" The soldier yelled at the medics in Mandinka.<br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Meanwhile, at the airfield</span><br/><br/><br/>Gambian soldiers and tanks surrounded the cargo planes on the runway. The Phantoms circled above in case they tried to escape. The men on the ground had their sights on the planes, ready to gun them down if they made the wrong move.</div></blockquote><br/>""Leave the wounded,they'll only slow you down!They're already dead,look.""<br/><br/>Juarez then grabbed a grenade and threw it at a group of Loyalists,sending them flying into the air.Another hyena managed to push him onto his back on the floor.He wrangled around before hitting it with the butt of his gun and putting 3 bullets into the animal's neck and brain.He got up and followed Malik's team,the Mexican soldiers behind him firing into the advancing Loyalists and pushed them back.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The soldiers brought them to the FOB. The base was just the remains of a hotel, the wounded and dying were everywhere. Malik was standing over they dead body of one of his team mates, Jabril, leaving Bai as the last surviving member of Alasan's fire team. Amat spoke a prayer before covering Jabril's face with a sheet."
1913,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=575,2014-12-12T23:12:00,Pimps Inc,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22778067#p22778067"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22777982#p22777982"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Leave the wounded,they'll only slow you down!They're already dead,look.""<br/><br/>Juarez then grabbed a grenade and threw it at a group of Loyalists,sending them flying into the air.Another hyena managed to push him onto his back on the floor.He wrangled around before hitting it with the butt of his gun and putting 3 bullets into the animal's neck and brain.He got up and followed Malik's team,the Mexican soldiers behind him firing into the advancing Loyalists and pushed them back.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The soldiers brought them to the FOB. The base was just the remains of a hotel, the wounded and dying were everywhere. Malik was standing over they dead body of one of his team mates, Jabril, leaving Bai as the last surviving member of Alasan's fire team. Amat spoke a prayer before covering Jabril's face with a sheet.</div></blockquote><br/>Juarez thought of the Mexican soldier of Juarez squad that had died.He had been young but still a fierce warrior. He sighed then put one of his handguns away.<br/><br/>""I'm looking for a Captain by the name of Malik.Where is Captain Malik?"""
1914,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=575,2014-12-12T23:16:00,The Greater Gambia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22778091#p22778091"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22778067#p22778067"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>The soldiers brought them to the FOB. The base was just the remains of a hotel, the wounded and dying were everywhere. Malik was standing over they dead body of one of his team mates, Jabril, leaving Bai as the last surviving member of Alasan's fire team. Amat spoke a prayer before covering Jabril's face with a sheet.</div></blockquote><br/>Juarez thought of the Mexican soldier of Juarez squad that had died.He had been young but still a fierce warrior. He sighed then put one of his handguns away.<br/><br/>""I'm looking for a Captain by the name of Malik.Where is Captain Malik?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Malik turned to see Juarez.""You must be the one the general called about."" He drinks from his cantine.""What can we do for you?"""
1915,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=575,2014-12-12T23:21:00,Pimps Inc,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22778124#p22778124"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22778091#p22778091"">wrote</a>:</cite>Juarez thought of the Mexican soldier of Juarez squad that had died.He had been young but still a fierce warrior. He sighed then put one of his handguns away.<br/><br/>""I'm looking for a Captain by the name of Malik.Where is Captain Malik?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Malik turned to see Juarez.""You must be the one the general called about."" He drinks from his cantine.""What can we do for you?""</div></blockquote><br/>""It's a pleasure,Captain Malik.Tell me,where do the Loyalists have their artillery installed?"""
1916,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=575,2014-12-12T23:30:00,The Greater Gambia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22778165#p22778165"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22778124#p22778124"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Malik turned to see Juarez.""You must be the one the general called about."" He drinks from his cantine.""What can we do for you?""</div></blockquote><br/>""It's a pleasure,Captain Malik.Tell me,where do the Loyalists have their artillery installed?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""they're to the north of the city, just across the river. You can even see them with a scope, I'll show you."" Malik takes Juarez up to what remains of the roof. He hands him a sniper rifle.""Look through the scope. See what remains of that bridge, that was the only way across without having to go completely exposed through the river, Also look other side of the shore. those are crocodiles."""
1917,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=575,2014-12-12T23:41:00,The Greater Gambia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Gambian Military Airfield, Eastern Gambia</span><br/><br/>General Mboge just arrived back in the base. He thundered into the messhall.""What is it now that keeps dragging me away from the frontlines?"" He asked."
1918,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=575,2014-12-12T23:43:00,Protector Galactics,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22778350#p22778350"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Gambian Military Airfield, Eastern Gambia</span><br/><br/>General Mboge just arrived back in the base. He thundered into the messhall.""What is it now that keeps dragging me away from the frontlines?"" He asked.</div></blockquote><br/>""Good day General, I am Colonel Shin of the Chinese Liberation U.N army."""
1919,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=575,2014-12-13T02:01:00,Elepis,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22774942#p22774942"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Banjul, The Gambia</span><br/><br/>The general answered his question."" The Phantom's arrived yesterday, we've moved them to an airfield outside to Serekunda in case the terrorists decide to attack again, we have one pilot on our side on the front, the rest were caught on the other side when the Loyalist offensive began, along with the new recruits we were training for your shipment. As for our armor, the Gambia has 5 M60 Pattons and 4 M551 Sheridans, like our airforce, they were also trapped in the east, fortunately, we have plenty of soldiers on our side that can operate them. We also are expecting another arms shipment from Mexico, it should have artilllery pieces and mortars.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Gambian Military Airfield, Eastern Gambia</span><br/><br/>General Mboge was stunned."" I'm impressed, not many people outside of Africa speak our tongue."" He said in Mandinka.""Come, tell me about why you are here."" He said, motioning for them to follow him.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The colonel nodded ""What weapons do the rebels have and how many of them are there? Our combined forces should be able to break through their lines easily and reunite the country, when will the offensive begin?"""
1920,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=575,2014-12-13T04:22:00,Mattijana,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22775969#p22775969"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22774044#p22774044"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Chinese then decided to drop the Big Bomb. A massive Chinese non-nuclear exploded on the city making a huge crater in the ground which exposed only a few tunnels. The Chinese soldiers then entered the few tunnels just only to see that it stretch for miles. Another Chinese non-nuclear bomb was being prepared just incase.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Lhasa, Tibet</span></span><br/>It was utter chaos as men, women, and children ran to the bomb shelters that had been built just days earlier. Only 1500 people of the 600,000+ managed to make it to the shelters and survive. The rest were either killed or gravely injured in the blast. Of the roughly 598,000 people caught in the blast, only 40,000 survived, over 30,000 Children were killed. Willam Aniston slammed his fist on the desk under the remains of Lhasa ""We need help!!! Send a message to Britan, America, Even India if you think it would help!!!"" <br/>Immediately one mass message was sent out:<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">TO: NATO, Russia, India, Italy, USA, Australia, South Korea<br/>From: Tibet<br/>HIGHLY CLASSIFIED<br/>I realize you have disagreed in the past and may disagree with each other now, but we have a bigger enemy: China. China has showed it doesn't care about international laws or the lives of millions of people. They have destroyed my capitol city, and have showed no restraint in massacring Civilians that protested the invasion. They must be stopped. I am pleading for your assistance, be it a dollar, a million dollars, weapons, and yes, even men.</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Message to: Tibet<br/>Message from: South Korea<br/>Encryption: top secret<br/><br/>To Tibet<br/><br/>We will assist you, unfortunately we cannot commit too many men to your cause. We will however supply you with $100,000 million so you can buy weapons and aid.<br/><br/>Good luck<br/>Park Geun-Hye</blockquote>"
1921,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=575,2014-12-13T07:48:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22777779#p22777779"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22777684#p22777684"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Tibetans had already retreated into the tunnels where tanks would be useless. They had set up LMGs every 20 feet and HMGs at every intersection. Any attack would prove fatal. The Tibetans had also fixed bayonets to the end of their rifles . It was now or never. The king was already 20 miles, nearing the 'underground highway' that had been built during and after the first war. After he arrives there he will meet up with the replacement battalion and drive to India .</div></blockquote><br/>Attack and Transport Helicopters were given a diagram that showed the tunnel. On board were Captain Siming Black Tiger forces. As the Helicopter reached the end of the diagram they were given the found a battalion. Now the Attack helicopter were firing every missile they had at the end of the tunnel. Firing their air to Surface missiles that were demolishing the battalion. Captain Siming soon spoke into the cockpit: ""If the King gets past that border, our mission is a failure fire every single missile you got on this thing!"" the Transport helicopters soon dropped their men to fight the Battalion. Meanwhile Helicopter tried to block the road that was just 1 mile away from Nepal. Their the border guards watch like it was something out of a movie.</div></blockquote><br/>From a building across the street, a SAM missile streaks out from a window. The shooter takes cover and hides. In the tunnels, the Tibetan soldiers had already fallen back, too far for missiles to be effective. William and his men have just reached the underground highway and are linking up the the security forces. Now they are speeding away in almost every half the APCs and 5 Tanks. By nightfall, they will be across the boarder."
1922,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=575,2014-12-13T08:27:00,Of The Rnclave,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: China<br/>United States of America<br/><br/>Your recent invading and conquering of the nation of Tibet is a direct violation of their independence. Because you have clearly broken your treaty with them,the USA from this moment on will freeze all Chinese assets within our nation and increase the tariff upon your goods to 60% instead of the 20 we had it at. You have 2 weeks to release Tibet, if not, the USA will cut all trade with China, tanking your economy <br/><br/>President Barack Obama</blockquote>"
1923,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=575,2014-12-13T08:36:00,Protector Galactics,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22780290#p22780290"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22777779#p22777779"">wrote</a>:</cite>Attack and Transport Helicopters were given a diagram that showed the tunnel. On board were Captain Siming Black Tiger forces. As the Helicopter reached the end of the diagram they were given the found a battalion. Now the Attack helicopter were firing every missile they had at the end of the tunnel. Firing their air to Surface missiles that were demolishing the battalion. Captain Siming soon spoke into the cockpit: ""If the King gets past that border, our mission is a failure fire every single missile you got on this thing!"" the Transport helicopters soon dropped their men to fight the Battalion. Meanwhile Helicopter tried to block the road that was just 1 mile away from Nepal. Their the border guards watch like it was something out of a movie.</div></blockquote><br/>From a building across the street, a SAM missile streaks out from a window. The shooter takes cover and hides. In the tunnels, the Tibetan soldiers had already fallen back, too far for missiles to be effective. William and his men have just reached the underground highway and are linking up the the security forces. Now they are speeding away in almost every half the APCs and 5 Tanks. By nightfall, they will be across the boarder.</div></blockquote><br/>A bomb went off on top where the highway was expected ruble barricaded the highway. Now the Black Tigers just sat their and waited. Meanwhile back at the capital. The Black Tigers closed off the Tibetans in a 50 foot range. The fight was almost over. Captain Dellayette kept moving alongside his men. The tanks were also pushing them back. The Black Tigers just suffered 24 casualties out of 100 It seemed a thousand casualties on the other side. Captain Dellayette called airstrikes on the last of the Tibetans to finish this fight for good."
1924,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=575,2014-12-13T08:48:00,Protector Galactics,"<blockquote><div><cite>Of The Rnclave <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22780470#p22780470"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: China<br/>United States of America<br/><br/>Your recent invading and conquering of the nation of Tibet is a direct violation of their independence. Because you have clearly broken your treaty with them,the USA from this moment on will freeze all Chinese assets within our nation and increase the tariff upon your goods to 60% instead of the 20 we had it at. You have 2 weeks to release Tibet, if not, the USA will cut all trade with China, tanking your economy <br/><br/>President Barack Obama</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/>President Xi stared at the paper. ""U.S cutting our trade won't hurt as much. Get ready to drop the second bomb on the fighting forces of Tibet."" President Xi went to take walk on in the palace. As he walked he thought how late action the U.S did."
1925,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=575,2014-12-13T09:02:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22780530#p22780530"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22780290#p22780290"">wrote</a>:</cite>From a building across the street, a SAM missile streaks out from a window. The shooter takes cover and hides. In the tunnels, the Tibetan soldiers had already fallen back, too far for missiles to be effective. William and his men have just reached the underground highway and are linking up the the security forces. Now they are speeding away in almost every half the APCs and 5 Tanks. By nightfall, they will be across the boarder.</div></blockquote><br/>A bomb went off on top where the highway was expected ruble barricaded the highway. Now the Black Tigers just sat their and waited. Meanwhile back at the capital. The Black Tigers closed off the Tibetans in a 50 foot range. The fight was almost over. Captain Dellayette kept moving alongside his men. The tanks were also pushing them back. The Black Tigers just suffered 24 casualties out of 100 It seemed a thousand casualties on the other side. Captain Dellayette called airstrikes on the last of the Tibetans to finish this fight for good.</div></blockquote><br/>The Convoy had just passed the location where the bomb went off, only loosing 1 APC and 10 men. They continued on, just 20 miles from the Border.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Lhasa, Tibet</span></span><br/>The conventional Tibetan forces had dissolved completely, leaving groups of guerrillas to ambush and strike at the Chinese. Small groups roamed and attacked from the high ground, only leaving small casualties on their side and high on the Chinese.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Around Tibet</span></span><br/>The war was reaching a deadly stand still as Tibetan fighters ambushed convoys and blocked roads. In the mountains, which encompassed most of the country, roadblocks were set up, sometimes only a car wide, to block the Chinese supply routes. They used a tactic dubbed: Shoot and Scoot/Stay and Pray. They would block off a road and if they survived the first Chinese attack, they would fall back leaving a few men to slow the Chinese while they set up defenses further back. This tactic was slowing the Chinese convoys drastically."
1926,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=575,2014-12-13T09:37:00,Elepis,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Albania</span><br/><br/>The Turkish Mediterranean fleet pulled in to the docks at Port of Durrës. On board were around 5,000 soldiers and a number of tanks, the first of the Turkish 4th Army to arrive in Albania. In air fields across the country, Turkish military transport planes and combat planes would soon be landing to off load more troops. It is estimated it will take two and a half weeks for all 20,000 of the Turkish troops, their equipment and supplies to land in Albania & Kosovo. 16,000 Turkish troops will go to Kosovo, the other 4,000 will stay in Albania proper.<br/><br/>They would join the Albanian army in protecting the new Federation of Albania and Kosovo from Serbia which was angry at the Albanian annexation of Kosovo. Alone, Albania would be beaten by Serbia, however with Turkey by its side, it would be suicide for the Serbs to attack. The Turkish forces in FAK are expecting, if Serbia do attack, a Yugoslav war like scenario with war crimes being committed by both sides (mainly Serbia), the Turkish forces have been ordered by Ankara to stop any war crimes before they begin.<br/><br/>Turkish tanks at a joint FAK/Turkish parade in Tirane<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://www.armyrecognition.com/images/stories/europe/turkey/main_battle_tank/Leopard_1/pictures/Leopard_1_main_battle_tank_Turkish_Army_Turkey_001.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">http://www.armyrecognition.com/images/stories/europe/turkey/main_battle_tank/Leopard_1/pictures/Leopard_1_main_battle_tank_Turkish_Army_Turkey_001.jpg</a>"
1927,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=575,2014-12-13T10:01:00,Greater Mobile,"<div align=""center""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">The Republic of Rwanda</span></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/2k5Q2tS.png?1""/><br/><span style=""font-size: 85%; line-height: 116%;"">Unity, Work, Patriotism</span></div><br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Kigali, Rwanda</span><br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 20px;"">President</span>Kagame thumbed through the papers and smiled. ""Investigation called off in Bugarama attack"", the emboldened letters read. His orchestrated attack would set the UDFR back enough for them to be potentially ruled out in the elections next August... not that there was any threat to Kagame's power, or the power of his party, that is.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 20px;"">The</span>attack did open up some new channels for progression, however. Rising violence in the nation gives the republic quite an excuse for stockpiling weapons, and moving in on enemies of the state. That aside, however, one gentleman's name did come up that may be helpful to Kagame and the interests of the Rwandan Patriotic Front, a one Mr. Johnathon.<br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 20px;"">It</span>appears that an officer in on the attack in Bugarama hired Johnathon to aid in the attack. Hired him, without permission, that is. Though it appeared Johnathon proved very helpful in the attack, insubordination and disloyalty was not something Kagame took lightly. That being said, all loose ends were promptly tied up... as the officer now lie at the bottom of lake Victoria.<br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 25px;""><span style=""font-style: italic"">perhaps,</span></span>Kagame thought,<span style=""font-style: italic"">He will come in handy in the future...</span><br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 20px;""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Nevertheless</span></span>, Kagame thought to himself,<span style=""font-style: italic"">I best get writing.</span><br/><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""To the UK""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/2k5Q2tS.png?1""/></div><br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Official Diplomatic Communique of the Republic of Rwanda</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">To:</span> Prime minister Ed Miliband, The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland| <span style=""font-weight: bold"">From:</span> President Paul Kagame, The Republic of Rwanda| <span style=""font-weight: bold"">CC:</span> none| <span style=""font-weight: bold"">Regarding:</span> Recent rise in violence in Rwanda<br/>Importance: <span style=""color: Orange"">Medium</span>| Encryption: <span style=""color: Orange"">Medium</span><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 25px;"">His</span> excellency, Prime Minister Miliband, The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland,<br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 25px;"">I'm</span> sure you have heard the disturbing news out of Rwanda a few days ago. This attack on a bus, that left over forty dead, has unfortunately ushered in a new wave of violent crime in our nation. You may recall, the summer of 1994 saw the same rise in violent crimes before over one million were killed in a genocide that still stains the great lakes region of Africa.<br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 25px;"">The</span> reason I write you, is to ask for help. We have plenty of loyal citizens willing to rush to the defense of our people, but I have nothing to arm them with. Shall I give my soldiers machetes and spears? Shall we construct rafts of bamboo to patrol lake Victoria?<br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 25px;"">Prime</span> minister, Rwanda is a proud member of the commonwealth, and we are very grateful for your continued financial aid in fighting the HIV epidemic. I regret that I must ask this from you, but we need to buy weapons, supplies, fuel, and vehicles. We will be willing to pay you fairly, but as you can guess, our funds are very limited. <br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 25px;"">I</span> hope you understand we are not asking for handouts or charity, but without new equipment, weapons, and vehicles - Rwanda will surely find itself in another civil war riddled with genocide.<br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;"">I hope this message reaches you well.</span><br/><br/> <br/><br/><br/>Sincerely,<br/> Paul Kagame, President of the Republic of Rwanda</blockquote></div></div></div>"
1928,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=575,2014-12-13T10:27:00,Protector Galactics,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22780699#p22780699"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22780530#p22780530"">wrote</a>:</cite>A bomb went off on top where the highway was expected ruble barricaded the highway. Now the Black Tigers just sat their and waited. Meanwhile back at the capital. The Black Tigers closed off the Tibetans in a 50 foot range. The fight was almost over. Captain Dellayette kept moving alongside his men. The tanks were also pushing them back. The Black Tigers just suffered 24 casualties out of 100 It seemed a thousand casualties on the other side. Captain Dellayette called airstrikes on the last of the Tibetans to finish this fight for good.</div></blockquote><br/>The Convoy had just passed the location where the bomb went off, only loosing 1 APC and 10 men. They continued on, just 20 miles from the Border. <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Lhasa, Tibet</span></span><br/>The conventional Tibetan forces had dissolved completely, leaving groups of guerrillas to ambush and strike at the Chinese. Small groups roamed and attacked from the high ground, only leaving small casualties on their side and high on the Chinese. <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Around Tibet</span></span><br/>The war was reaching a deadly stand still as Tibetan fighters ambushed convoys and blocked roads. In the mountains, which encompassed most of the country, roadblocks were set up, sometimes only a car wide, to block the Chinese supply routes. They used a tactic dubbed: Shoot and Scoot/Stay and Pray. They would block off a road and if they survived the first Chinese attack, they would fall back leaving a few men to slow the Chinese while they set up defenses further back. This tactic was slowing the Chinese convoys drastically.</div></blockquote><br/>Chinese Airfield near borderlands: Over the airfield was 90 Transport aircraft carrying nearly a whole battalion of Chinese forces. 10 more Transports took off to join the flying fleet. Clear orders were to Hold the capital and use the imperial palace as a base. J-10b's escorted the flying fleet of transport aircraft. Once they were on top of the Capital a Battalion of Chinese forces filled the skies with parachutes. The Black Tigers moved quickly to obliterate any last oppression. The Chinese were slowed by the me tactics but every time the reach the defensive force they call airstrikes on the force to do the work for the fighting for them. Now that the Chinese were moving quicker, they decided to call more airstrikes into the major bases obliterating them with the massive firepower the Chinese have in their bombs."
1929,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=575,2014-12-13T10:44:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22781336#p22781336"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22780699#p22780699"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Convoy had just passed the location where the bomb went off, only loosing 1 APC and 10 men. They continued on, just 20 miles from the Border. <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Lhasa, Tibet</span></span><br/>The conventional Tibetan forces had dissolved completely, leaving groups of guerrillas to ambush and strike at the Chinese. Small groups roamed and attacked from the high ground, only leaving small casualties on their side and high on the Chinese. <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Around Tibet</span></span><br/>The war was reaching a deadly stand still as Tibetan fighters ambushed convoys and blocked roads. In the mountains, which encompassed most of the country, roadblocks were set up, sometimes only a car wide, to block the Chinese supply routes. They used a tactic dubbed: Shoot and Scoot/Stay and Pray. They would block off a road and if they survived the first Chinese attack, they would fall back leaving a few men to slow the Chinese while they set up defenses further back. This tactic was slowing the Chinese convoys drastically.</div></blockquote><br/>Chinese Airfield near borderlands: Over the airfield was 90 Transport aircraft carrying nearly a whole battalion of Chinese forces. 10 more Transports took off to join the flying fleet. Clear orders were to Hold the capital and use the imperial palace as a base. J-10b's escorted the flying fleet of transport aircraft. Once they were on top of the Capital a Battalion of Chinese forces filled the skies with parachutes. The Black Tigers moved quickly to obliterate any last oppression. The Chinese were slowed by the me tactics but every time the reach the defensive force they call airstrikes on the force to do the work for the fighting for them. Now that the Chinese were moving quicker, they decided to call more airstrikes into the major bases obliterating them with the massive firepower the Chinese have in their bombs.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Around Tibet</span></span><br/>The Airstrikes on the bases have not done much damage. For the most part, the bases were abandoned. In the mountains, bridges are being blown to slow the Chinese further. Ambushes are becoming more frequent and intense, sometimes consisting of over 100 men. Casualties are mounting on the Chinese side, while the Tibetans manage to retreat into the tunnels before the airstrikes come. If a tunnel entrance is discovered, it is immediately blown shut. Any vehicles that have been left behind are booby trapped.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">India</span></span><br/>The Convoy left the tunnels shortly after crossing into India and sped toward the new HQ. The president and ministers of Defense and Foreign Affairs had already escaped and are waiting. The King and his men pulled up and set up defensive positions while William ran to his office and made a phone call. A man with a scruffy voice answered ""Who is this?""<br/>""William, code name Blue Swan. Clearance level maximum"" Will responded<br/>""Ahh, hello Will, I hear you've been busy running a country for a month and having it destroyed in a week"" The man responded<br/>""Listen, I need you to tell the President something. The Chinese are massacring Civilians and are searching and Bombing the Tunnels""William sounded frantic<br/>""So?""<br/>""So, We have our biological weapons stored in a military base that is close to being captured. We were going to destroy them safely, but the Chinese attacked and now they are in danger. One stray shell and over 10,000 people will be dead""<br/>""You tell him, I'm busy with another agent""<br/>""Fine"" William said, and hung up. He began typing an E-Mail:<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">TO: USA<br/>URGENT<br/>Encryption: HIGH<br/>From: Tibet<br/>Our Bio weapons are in danger. We will not use them. Need help. We were never going to use them and were going to destroy them when we had the equipment and money.</blockquote>"
1930,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=575,2014-12-13T11:27:00,Of The Rnclave,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22781527#p22781527"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22781336#p22781336"">wrote</a>:</cite>Chinese Airfield near borderlands: Over the airfield was 90 Transport aircraft carrying nearly a whole battalion of Chinese forces. 10 more Transports took off to join the flying fleet. Clear orders were to Hold the capital and use the imperial palace as a base. J-10b's escorted the flying fleet of transport aircraft. Once they were on top of the Capital a Battalion of Chinese forces filled the skies with parachutes. The Black Tigers moved quickly to obliterate any last oppression. The Chinese were slowed by the me tactics but every time the reach the defensive force they call airstrikes on the force to do the work for the fighting for them. Now that the Chinese were moving quicker, they decided to call more airstrikes into the major bases obliterating them with the massive firepower the Chinese have in their bombs.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Around Tibet</span></span><br/>The Airstrikes on the bases have not done much damage. For the most part, the bases were abandoned. In the mountains, bridges are being blown to slow the Chinese further. Ambushes are becoming more frequent and intense, sometimes consisting of over 100 men. Casualties are mounting on the Chinese side, while the Tibetans manage to retreat into the tunnels before the airstrikes come. If a tunnel entrance is discovered, it is immediately blown shut. Any vehicles that have been left behind are booby trapped. <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">India</span></span><br/>The Convoy left the tunnels shortly after crossing into India and sped toward the new HQ. The president and ministers of Defense and Foreign Affairs had already escaped and are waiting. The King and his men pulled up and set up defensive positions while William ran to his office and made a phone call. A man with a scruffy voice answered ""Who is this?""<br/>""William, code name Blue Swan. Clearance level maximum"" Will responded<br/>""Ahh, hello Will, I hear you've been busy running a country for a month and having it destroyed in a week"" The man responded<br/>""Listen, I need you to tell the President something. The Chinese are massacring Civilians and are searching and Bombing the Tunnels""William sounded frantic<br/>""So?""<br/>""So, We have our biological weapons stored in a military base that is close to being captured. We were going to destroy them safely, but the Chinese attacked and now they are in danger. One stray shell and over 10,000 people will be dead""<br/>""You tell him, I'm busy with another agent""<br/>""Fine"" William said, and hung up. He began typing an E-Mail:<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">TO: USA<br/>URGENT<br/>Encryption: HIGH<br/>From: Tibet<br/>Our Bio weapons are in danger. We will not use them. Need help. We were never going to use them and were going to destroy them when we had the equipment and money.</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Tibet<br/>United States of America<br/><span style=""color: #FF0000"">HIGHLY ENCRYPTED</span><br/><br/>We will set up an operation to seize these weapons. If we can't seize these weapons, you must use these bio weapons as a means of turning the world against China. Plant them in a Chinese camp, take a propaganda photo of your men dressed in the Chinese uniforms, unloading thee weapons, then bring them forth to a Security Council member such as me or England.If you can do this we may yet win your independence by turning the world against China. Consider your options, then get back to us</blockquote>"
1931,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=575,2014-12-13T11:29:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Of The Rnclave <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22781963#p22781963"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22781527#p22781527"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Around Tibet</span></span><br/>The Airstrikes on the bases have not done much damage. For the most part, the bases were abandoned. In the mountains, bridges are being blown to slow the Chinese further. Ambushes are becoming more frequent and intense, sometimes consisting of over 100 men. Casualties are mounting on the Chinese side, while the Tibetans manage to retreat into the tunnels before the airstrikes come. If a tunnel entrance is discovered, it is immediately blown shut. Any vehicles that have been left behind are booby trapped. <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">India</span></span><br/>The Convoy left the tunnels shortly after crossing into India and sped toward the new HQ. The president and ministers of Defense and Foreign Affairs had already escaped and are waiting. The King and his men pulled up and set up defensive positions while William ran to his office and made a phone call. A man with a scruffy voice answered ""Who is this?""<br/>""William, code name Blue Swan. Clearance level maximum"" Will responded<br/>""Ahh, hello Will, I hear you've been busy running a country for a month and having it destroyed in a week"" The man responded<br/>""Listen, I need you to tell the President something. The Chinese are massacring Civilians and are searching and Bombing the Tunnels""William sounded frantic<br/>""So?""<br/>""So, We have our biological weapons stored in a military base that is close to being captured. We were going to destroy them safely, but the Chinese attacked and now they are in danger. One stray shell and over 10,000 people will be dead""<br/>""You tell him, I'm busy with another agent""<br/>""Fine"" William said, and hung up. He began typing an E-Mail:<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">TO: USA<br/>URGENT<br/>Encryption: HIGH<br/>From: Tibet<br/>Our Bio weapons are in danger. We will not use them. Need help. We were never going to use them and were going to destroy them when we had the equipment and money.</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Tibet<br/>United States of America<br/><span style=""color: #FF0000"">HIGHLY ENCRYPTED</span><br/><br/>We will set up an operation to seize these weapons. If we can't seize these weapons, you must use these bio weapons as a means of turning the world against China. Plant them in a Chinese camp, take a propaganda photo of your men dressed in the Chinese uniforms, unloading thee weapons, then bring them forth to a Security Council member such as me or England.If you can do this we may yet win your independence by turning the world against China. Consider your options, then get back to us</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">TO: USA<br/>FROM: TIBET<br/>ENCRYPTION HIGH<br/>CLASSIFIED<br/>You can move your troops in through India where I am currently located. If this doesn't work, we will fake photos of Chinese Bio Weapons</blockquote>"
1932,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=575,2014-12-13T11:31:00,Protector Galactics,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22781527#p22781527"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22781336#p22781336"">wrote</a>:</cite>Chinese Airfield near borderlands: Over the airfield was 90 Transport aircraft carrying nearly a whole battalion of Chinese forces. 10 more Transports took off to join the flying fleet. Clear orders were to Hold the capital and use the imperial palace as a base. J-10b's escorted the flying fleet of transport aircraft. Once they were on top of the Capital a Battalion of Chinese forces filled the skies with parachutes. The Black Tigers moved quickly to obliterate any last oppression. The Chinese were slowed by the me tactics but every time the reach the defensive force they call airstrikes on the force to do the work for the fighting for them. Now that the Chinese were moving quicker, they decided to call more airstrikes into the major bases obliterating them with the massive firepower the Chinese have in their bombs.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Around Tibet</span></span><br/>The Airstrikes on the bases have not done much damage. For the most part, the bases were abandoned. In the mountains, bridges are being blown to slow the Chinese further. Ambushes are becoming more frequent and intense, sometimes consisting of over 100 men. Casualties are mounting on the Chinese side, while the Tibetans manage to retreat into the tunnels before the airstrikes come. If a tunnel entrance is discovered, it is immediately blown shut. Any vehicles that have been left behind are booby trapped. <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">India</span></span><br/>The Convoy left the tunnels shortly after crossing into India and sped toward the new HQ. The president and ministers of Defense and Foreign Affairs had already escaped and are waiting. The King and his men pulled up and set up defensive positions while William ran to his office and made a phone call. A man with a scruffy voice answered ""Who is this?""<br/>""William, code name Blue Swan. Clearance level maximum"" Will responded<br/>""Ahh, hello Will, I hear you've been busy running a country for a month and having it destroyed in a week"" The man responded<br/>""Listen, I need you to tell the President something. The Chinese are massacring Civilians and are searching and Bombing the Tunnels""William sounded frantic<br/>""So?""<br/>""So, We have our biological weapons stored in a military base that is close to being captured. We were going to destroy them safely, but the Chinese attacked and now they are in danger. One stray shell and over 10,000 people will be dead""<br/>""You tell him, I'm busy with another agent""<br/>""Fine"" William said, and hung up. He began typing an E-Mail:<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">TO: USA<br/>URGENT<br/>Encryption: HIGH<br/>From: Tibet<br/>Our Bio weapons are in danger. We will not use them. Need help. We were never going to use them and were going to destroy them when we had the equipment and money.</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/>The army started to use portable bridge tanks to fill the gaps for the convoys next move. Now over 400,000 soldiers were in Tibet. The airforce were busy doing airstrikes at the retreating forces. But a major military base was nearby so the Chinese generals were lazy to send troops so they decided to fire the second non-nuclear bomb on the base. But after the explosion happened another chain of explosions happened at the base. The generals fear that they mightive exploded something that they didn't expect there. Troops were to stay away from the base."
1933,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=575,2014-12-13T11:41:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22782015#p22782015"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22781527#p22781527"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Around Tibet</span></span><br/>The Airstrikes on the bases have not done much damage. For the most part, the bases were abandoned. In the mountains, bridges are being blown to slow the Chinese further. Ambushes are becoming more frequent and intense, sometimes consisting of over 100 men. Casualties are mounting on the Chinese side, while the Tibetans manage to retreat into the tunnels before the airstrikes come. If a tunnel entrance is discovered, it is immediately blown shut. Any vehicles that have been left behind are booby trapped. <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">India</span></span><br/>The Convoy left the tunnels shortly after crossing into India and sped toward the new HQ. The president and ministers of Defense and Foreign Affairs had already escaped and are waiting. The King and his men pulled up and set up defensive positions while William ran to his office and made a phone call. A man with a scruffy voice answered ""Who is this?""<br/>""William, code name Blue Swan. Clearance level maximum"" Will responded<br/>""Ahh, hello Will, I hear you've been busy running a country for a month and having it destroyed in a week"" The man responded<br/>""Listen, I need you to tell the President something. The Chinese are massacring Civilians and are searching and Bombing the Tunnels""William sounded frantic<br/>""So?""<br/>""So, We have our biological weapons stored in a military base that is close to being captured. We were going to destroy them safely, but the Chinese attacked and now they are in danger. One stray shell and over 10,000 people will be dead""<br/>""You tell him, I'm busy with another agent""<br/>""Fine"" William said, and hung up. He began typing an E-Mail:<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">TO: USA<br/>URGENT<br/>Encryption: HIGH<br/>From: Tibet<br/>Our Bio weapons are in danger. We will not use them. Need help. We were never going to use them and were going to destroy them when we had the equipment and money.</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/>The army started to use portable bridge tanks to fill the gaps for the convoys next move. Now over 400,000 soldiers were in Tibet. The airforce were busy doing airstrikes at the retreating forces. But a major military base was nearby so the Chinese generals were lazy to send troops so they decided to fire the second non-nuclear bomb on the base. But after the explosion happened another chain of explosions happened at the base. The generals fear that they mightive exploded something that they didn't expect there. Troops were to stay away from the base.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Remnants of The Tibetan Base</span></span><br/>A young private sat on a cliff overlooking the once large base. In his hands were a video camera and a Satellite Computer. He transmitted the video of the Gas Clouds and dying men to the Indian base where it was edited and narrated. The Video was then sent to every major News Station, CNN, NBC, Fox, and even youtube. The Narrator said only a few words ""The Chinese have shown no remorse for the Civilians, nor the Soldiers, of Tibet. Just a week ago they killed of 200,000 people in the Capital of Lhasa, and today they dropped a biological weapon on a military base, without giving the defenders a chance to surrender. This must be stopped""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Chinese Camp</span></span><br/>The gas drifted toward the Chinese base, still lethal. It only takes a minute for the gas to kill, even less in a higher altitude."
1934,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=575,2014-12-13T12:03:00,The Greater Gambia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22778360#p22778360"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22778350#p22778350"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Gambian Military Airfield, Eastern Gambia</span><br/><br/>General Mboge just arrived back in the base. He thundered into the messhall.""What is it now that keeps dragging me away from the frontlines?"" He asked.</div></blockquote><br/>""Good day General, I am Colonel Shin of the Chinese Liberation U.N army.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Just General sat down across from the Shin.""I hope you understand, this is just business, what else are we suppose to do when two unidentified aircraft come into our airspace unannounced , get crucial information about our country wrong, all during the middle of a bloody civil war?"""
1935,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=575,2014-12-13T12:25:00,Elepis,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22774942#p22774942"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Banjul, The Gambia</span><br/><br/>The general answered his question."" The Phantom's arrived yesterday, we've moved them to an airfield outside to Serekunda in case the terrorists decide to attack again, we have one pilot on our side on the front, the rest were caught on the other side when the Loyalist offensive began, along with the new recruits we were training for your shipment. As for our armor, the Gambia has 5 M60 Pattons and 4 M551 Sheridans, like our airforce, they were also trapped in the east, fortunately, we have plenty of soldiers on our side that can operate them. We also are expecting another arms shipment from Mexico, it should have artilllery pieces and mortars.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Gambian Military Airfield, Eastern Gambia</span><br/><br/>General Mboge was stunned."" I'm impressed, not many people outside of Africa speak our tongue."" He said in Mandinka.""Come, tell me about why you are here."" He said, motioning for them to follow him.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The colonel nodded ""What weapons do the rebels have and how many of them are there? Our combined forces should be able to break through their lines easily and reunite the country, when will the offensive begin?"""
1936,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=575,2014-12-13T12:33:00,Mattijana,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Message to:the U.S.A, U.K, Russia, E.U and Japan<br/>Message from: South Korea<br/>Encryption: medium<br/><br/>To the International community<br/><br/>I think we have all been suitably appalled by recent events in Tibet. I for one wish to stop this, but I cannot do that single handedly. Therefore, I would like to organise a summit in Seoul to discuss what we can do to get back at China.<br/><br/>Alternatively, if you think a more urgent response is needed, I am in the position to fly to Beijing tomorrow to attempt to talk with the Chinese leaders. It would be very much appreciated uf one or two if you could join me.<br/><br/>Many thanks<br/><br/>Park-Geun-Hye of south Korea.</blockquote>"
1937,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=600,2014-12-13T12:55:00,Protector Galactics,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22782389#p22782389"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22778360#p22778360"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Good day General, I am Colonel Shin of the Chinese Liberation U.N army.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Just General sat down across from the Shin.""I hope you understand, this is just business, what else are we suppose to do when two unidentified aircraft come into our airspace unannounced , get crucial information about our country wrong, all during the middle of a bloody civil war?""</div></blockquote><br/>"" No worries that's what I was expecting but didn't the capital contact you?"
1938,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=600,2014-12-13T13:08:00,The Greater Gambia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Elepis <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22782603#p22782603"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22774942#p22774942"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Banjul, The Gambia</span><br/><br/>The general answered his question."" The Phantom's arrived yesterday, we've moved them to an airfield outside to Serekunda in case the terrorists decide to attack again, we have one pilot on our side on the front, the rest were caught on the other side when the Loyalist offensive began, along with the new recruits we were training for your shipment. As for our armor, the Gambia has 5 M60 Pattons and 4 M551 Sheridans, like our airforce, they were also trapped in the east, fortunately, we have plenty of soldiers on our side that can operate them. We also are expecting another arms shipment from Mexico, it should have artilllery pieces and mortars.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Gambian Military Airfield, Eastern Gambia</span><br/><br/>General Mboge was stunned."" I'm impressed, not many people outside of Africa speak our tongue."" He said in Mandinka.""Come, tell me about why you are here."" He said, motioning for them to follow him.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The colonel nodded ""What weapons do the rebels have and how many of them are there? Our combined forces should be able to break through their lines easily and reunite the country, when will the offensive begin?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The convoy had arrived at the base. The base was located on the banks of the river Gambia, on the other side was the Loyalist controlled Central River LGA. As the men unloaded the trucks, General Mendy continued to talk to the Colonel.""At the start of the war, they were just a few Jammeh supporters, some of them were ex-GAF, some of them had AK-47, but most of them were just farmers with machetes. And then, ""he"" came."""
1939,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=600,2014-12-13T13:16:00,The Greater Gambia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22782866#p22782866"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22782389#p22782389"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Just General sat down across from the Shin.""I hope you understand, this is just business, what else are we suppose to do when two unidentified aircraft come into our airspace unannounced , get crucial information about our country wrong, all during the middle of a bloody civil war?""</div></blockquote><br/>"" No worries that's what I was expecting but didn't the capital contact you?</div></blockquote><br/><br/>General Mboge poured a glass of Julbrew, one of the few alcoholic drinks in the country.""We never received word of incoming Chinese support."" Mboge removed Shin's restraints and offered him a glass."" This is starting to seem like a simple miscommunication, somewhere the message got lost, either on your side or on ours. Bureaucracy at its finest, am I right? I'll send word to the capital, get this whole situation figured out, in the mean time, I'll have my men let your men go, all I ask is that you and your men remain here at the airbase until I receive word back from Banjul."""
1940,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=600,2014-12-13T13:21:00,Protector Galactics,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22782119#p22782119"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22782015#p22782015"">wrote</a>:</cite>The army started to use portable bridge tanks to fill the gaps for the convoys next move. Now over 400,000 soldiers were in Tibet. The airforce were busy doing airstrikes at the retreating forces. But a major military base was nearby so the Chinese generals were lazy to send troops so they decided to fire the second non-nuclear bomb on the base. But after the explosion happened another chain of explosions happened at the base. The generals fear that they mightive exploded something that they didn't expect there. Troops were to stay away from the base.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Remnants of The Tibetan Base</span></span><br/>A young private sat on a cliff overlooking the once large base. In his hands were a video camera and a Satellite Computer. He transmitted the video of the Gas Clouds and dying men to the Indian base where it was edited and narrated. The Video was then sent to every major News Station, CNN, NBC, Fox, and even youtube. The Narrator said only a few words ""The Chinese have shown no remorse for the Civilians, nor the Soldiers, of Tibet. Just a week ago they killed of 200,000 people in the Capital of Lhasa, and today they dropped a biological weapon on a military base, without giving the defenders a chance to surrender. This must be stopped""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Chinese Camp</span></span><br/>The gas drifted toward the Chinese base, still lethal. It only takes a minute for the gas to kill, even less in a higher altitude.</div></blockquote><br/>The General was soon coughing out blood. He was immediately airlift back to China to get treated. Instantly troops start to fall and die. Others put their gas mask on. Then they retreated leaving their water supplies poisoned. Troops farther away began to wear gas mask for protection. By now the Chinese claimed half of Tibet but with great losses. The south of Tibet was still independent but they seemed so close to being overrunned. Only a few more weeks were needed to overrun the small country. Tanks start to move in towards the captured capital city of Lhasa. Their the weary Battalion that was fighting guerrilla fighters soon had the Tibetan army crushed in the city. The Palace was packed with wounded Black Tigers and Soldiers. Captain Dellayette entered The Kings Office to see papers scattered all over the place. There he found secret documents of Tibetan orders for Biological weapons. Their was even photos of the King seeing test of of the weapons. Captain Dellayette quickly put the photos in a letter and shipped them to the Capital. Captain Dellayette also found a map in the office with lines and connections. It took Captain Dellayette a minute to figure out what it was. It was a map of the Tunnels. The letter was soon sent to his HQ to be reviewed and check if the tunnels actually exist. The Chinese were getting even closer to Victory."
1941,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=600,2014-12-13T13:22:00,Protector Galactics,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22783108#p22783108"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22782866#p22782866"">wrote</a>:</cite>"" No worries that's what I was expecting but didn't the capital contact you?</div></blockquote><br/><br/>General Mboge poured a glass of Julbrew, one of the few alcoholic drinks in the country.""We never received word of incoming Chinese support."" Mboge removed Shin's restraints and offered him a glass."" This is starting to seem like a simple miscommunication, somewhere the message got lost, either on your side or on ours. Bureaucracy at its finest, am I right? I'll send word to the capital, get this whole situation figured out, in the mean time, I'll have my men let your men go, all I ask is that you and your men remain here at the airbase until I receive word back from Banjul.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Thats fine. Thank you General."" Colonel picked up his drink and chugged. He hadn't had a drink since he took off to Gambia."
1942,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=600,2014-12-13T14:23:00,Republika Srpska Party,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://static.vesti.rs/slike-2/Grb-Srbije-sta-znace-stit-krst-i-ocila-za-novi-i-stari-srpski-grb.jpg""/></div><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">""ONLY UNITY SAVES THE SERBS""</span></span></div><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">""САМО СЛОГА СРБЕ СПАШАВА""</span></span></div><br/><br/>Pro-Serbian Protests have hit in Belgrade, Pancevo, Kragujevac, Kraljevo, Novi Sad and also Pristina. The Serbian Nationalist Protesters have began burning Albanian and Kosovo flags, spray painting the walls and also shouting with ""1389! KOSOVO JE SRBIJA!"". The protesting mob storms at the Government building, starting a riot involving the Serbian Gendarmerie into it. Rocks are being thrown, and currently in Pristina, Serbian Protesters are beginning to pull down the statue of Bill Clinton and take down the flags behind the statue. ""Ajde, ajde, zapali je!"" and a protester lights the Albanian flag on fire, shouting out ""UBIJ SIPTARE!"", fire crackers and flares are used everywhere during the Protest. Anyway, since these protests have started, the Government has to get involved, since the people of Serbia are willing for the Government to do something about another ongoing Kosovo crisis. One of the Serbian Nationalists say while throwing a flare ""The rest of the world should stop telling lies about Serbia! That's what the west always does! They should not stick their nose into something were they're not even allow'd to!"". The Serbian Government breaks all ties of relationships with the Republic of Albania, and is against it, if war shall be declared on Serbia, troops are already on full alert, and are ready for war."
1943,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=600,2014-12-13T14:28:00,Of The Rnclave,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">GUAM</span></span><br/><br/>Guam, during the Cold War, was one of the sites of the largest concentration of American ICMB's in Asia. And with tensions rising at unseen rates in China and Tibet, the Defense department made an announcement to those Working there to open the hatches of 50 of the active ICBM's there. As well the Seventh Fleet was put in high alert in the case of a war between China and the USA over Tibet.<br/><br/>Anti air and Anti missile systems in US bases all over Asia have been placed on high alert and Naval assets are being moved to a safe distances. The 39th Assault Drone fleet has been set on a course of flying around Chinese territorial waters. The fleet numbers in the 90s in size and are upgraded Predator drones."
1944,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=600,2014-12-13T14:37:00,Elepis,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22783003#p22783003"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Elepis <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22782603#p22782603"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>The colonel nodded ""What weapons do the rebels have and how many of them are there? Our combined forces should be able to break through their lines easily and reunite the country, when will the offensive begin?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The convoy had arrived at the base. The base was located on the banks of the river Gambia, on the other side was the Loyalist controlled Central River LGA. As the men unloaded the trucks, General Mendy continued to talk to the Colonel.""At the start of the war, they were just a few Jammeh supporters, some of them were ex-GAF, some of them had AK-47, but most of them were just farmers with machetes. And then, ""he"" came.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Turkish troops began filing out of trucks and began digging positions on heir side of the river, a large flag pole was erected and the Turkish flag was hoisted to intimidate the rebels. ""We know about Mr Bell, he is facing death in the TRNC for two counts of terrorism. he sunk to TRNC corvettes carrying ammunition in 2015. Anyway, we should be easily able to crush the rebels, when do we begin. FYI, we also brought 6 F-16 and 2 attack helicopters that could be used in an offensive."""
1945,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=600,2014-12-13T14:38:00,Protector Galactics,"<blockquote><div><cite>Of The Rnclave <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22783972#p22783972"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">GUAM</span></span><br/><br/>Guam, during the Cold War, was one of the sites of the largest concentration of American ICMB's in Asia. And with tensions rising at unseen rates in China and Tibet, the Defense department made an announcement to those Working there to open the hatches of 50 of the active ICBM's there. As well the Seventh Fleet was put in high alert in the case of a war between China and the USA over Tibet.</div></blockquote><br/>Chinese defense radars sirens went on high alert. The U.S was scanning The Chinese. Immediately 60 Chinese Nuclear missile started to Scan Guam With Other Nuclear Missiles Scanning the Coastlines of the U.S and Alaska. WW3 was looming over China. President Xi made a statement that for the following weeks. Chinese civilians must be conducting drills for nuclear war. 20 Other Nuclear missiles started to scan Southern Tibet. To counter threat the Americans."
1946,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=600,2014-12-13T14:45:00,Australian Antarctica,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Under Lhasa, Tibet</span></span><br/>The 500 men that had taken positions were becoming restless, they had dug more 'fake' tunnels filled with mines and grenades, every 50 feet an M60 was set up and ever 200 an M2. Nets were placed to slow attackers and bounce grenades back. Lights were being turned on and off to confuse enemy Cameras and NVGs. Any attacker that steps foot will be in for a nasty surprise..."
1947,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=600,2014-12-13T14:51:00,Licata,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""color: red"">Top Secret</span></span><br/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://oi44.tinypic.com/2qst36e.jpg""/></div><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">""Syndicate for ever!""</span></span></span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">To the Government of China</span></span>,<br/><br/>With your current strife with the West I offer you a discount of 1.756384675738592579393% for the duration of the conflict. <br/><br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Giovanni Messe, Grand marshal of The United Syndicates of Italy</span></span></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""color: red"">Top Secret</span></span><br/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://oi44.tinypic.com/2qst36e.jpg""/></div><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">""Syndicate for ever!""</span></span></span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">To the Government of Serbia</span></span>,<br/><br/>So, do you wish to join me in an economic pact? Or do you wish to continue facing off with the Turk dogs alone. <br/><br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Giovanni Messe, Grand marshal of The United Syndicates of Italy</span></span></blockquote>"
1948,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=600,2014-12-13T14:57:00,Republika Srpska Party,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://static.vesti.rs/slike-2/Grb-Srbije-sta-znace-stit-krst-i-ocila-za-novi-i-stari-srpski-grb.jpg""/></div><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">SERBIAN MINISTRY OF FOREIGN AFFAIRS</span></span></div><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">СРПСКО МИНИСТАРСТВО СПОЉАШНИХ ПОСЛОВА</span></span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">TO:</span> <span style=""font-style: italic"">The Roman Syndicate</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">FROM:</span> <span style=""font-style: italic"">The Serbian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Minister of Foreign Affairs and First Deputy Prime Minister Ivica Dacic</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">ENCRYPTION:</span> <span style=""color: #FF0000"">Top Secret</span><br/><br/>Yes, of course we will join in an economic pact with you, and also your Syndicate is welcome in Belgrade, we also might build an embassy for your Government Ambassadors. We're going to busy with Turkish and Albanian scum soon, since I got reports that they're getting ready for war. Also, our Military Commanders are on duty 24/7 for training Soldiers, we are going to plan a military cooperation training soon.<br/><br/>Signed,<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Minister of Foreign Affairs and First Deputy Prime Minister, Ivica Dacic</span></blockquote>"
1949,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=600,2014-12-13T15:06:00,Protector Galactics,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22784215#p22784215"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Under Lhasa, Tibet</span></span><br/>The 500 men that had taken positions were becoming restless, they had dug more 'fake' tunnels filled with mines and grenades, every 50 feet an M60 was set up and ever 200 an M2. Nets were placed to slow attackers and bounce grenades back. Lights were being turned on and off to confuse enemy Cameras and NVGs. Any attacker that steps foot will be in for a nasty surprise...</div></blockquote><br/>The Chinese came up with a better idea than invading the tunnels. The doors were shut with a little opening in the doors. Then they placed a hose leaking hydrogen gas into the tunnels in a hour they took out the hose and captain Dellayete threw his cigar in to the tunnel turning the tunnels into a fireball Tibetans can be heard screaming in agony as they burned alive. ""That should take care of them."" Said captain Dellayete scanning the black tunnel."
1950,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=600,2014-12-13T15:11:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22784514#p22784514"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22784215#p22784215"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Under Lhasa, Tibet</span></span><br/>The 500 men that had taken positions were becoming restless, they had dug more 'fake' tunnels filled with mines and grenades, every 50 feet an M60 was set up and ever 200 an M2. Nets were placed to slow attackers and bounce grenades back. Lights were being turned on and off to confuse enemy Cameras and NVGs. Any attacker that steps foot will be in for a nasty surprise...</div></blockquote><br/>The Chinese came up with a better idea than invading the tunnels. The doors were shut with a little opening in the doors. Then they placed a hose leaking hydrogen gas into the tunnels in a hour they took out the hose and captain Dellayete threw his cigar in to the tunnel turning the tunnels into a fireball Tibetans can be heard screaming in agony as they burned alive. ""That should take care of them."" Said captain Dellayete scanning the black tunnel.</div></blockquote><br/>The flames detonated the ammunition, grenades, mines, and artllery shells in the Tunnels, causing a massive cave in. Now there is no entrance to the tunnel. All 500 men were killed as well as some Chinese caught in the blast."
1951,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=600,2014-12-13T15:14:00,Elepis,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To China, USA, Tibet<br/><br/>The actions of China and the USA are threatening to spark a nuclear war that would wipe out all life on earth? Is anything worth that? what gives any of you the right to do that? I ask you to come to Istanbul where Turkey will mediate a fair and peaceful peace agreement between the three sides.<br/><br/>For the sake of the world, do not go to war.<br/><br/>President Kemal</blockquote>"
1952,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=600,2014-12-13T15:16:00,Protector Galactics,"<blockquote><div><cite>Elepis <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22784634#p22784634"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To China, USA, Tibet<br/><br/>The actions of China and the USA are threatening to spark a nuclear war that would wipe out all life on earth? Is anything worth that? what gives any of you the right to do that? I ask you to come to Istanbul where Turkey will mediate a fair and peaceful peace agreement between the three sides.<br/><br/>For the sake of the world, do not go to war.<br/><br/>President Kemal</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Turkey<br/>From: China<br/>We agree to come to Istanbul. When will it be a right time?<br/>President Xi Jinping of China</blockquote></div></blockquote>"
1953,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=600,2014-12-13T15:17:00,Elepis,"<blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22784664#p22784664"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Elepis <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22784634#p22784634"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To China, USA, Tibet<br/><br/>The actions of China and the USA are threatening to spark a nuclear war that would wipe out all life on earth? Is anything worth that? what gives any of you the right to do that? I ask you to come to Istanbul where Turkey will mediate a fair and peaceful peace agreement between the three sides.<br/><br/>For the sake of the world, do not go to war.<br/><br/>President Kemal</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Turkey<br/>From: China<br/>We agree to come to Istanbul. When will it be a right time?<br/>President Xi Jinping of China</blockquote></div></blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To China<br/><br/>In 10 days would be a good time. I am glad to see you are being considered and not jingoistic <br/><br/>President Kemal</blockquote>"
1954,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=600,2014-12-13T16:19:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Elepis <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22784634#p22784634"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To China, USA, Tibet<br/><br/>The actions of China and the USA are threatening to spark a nuclear war that would wipe out all life on earth? Is anything worth that? what gives any of you the right to do that? I ask you to come to Istanbul where Turkey will mediate a fair and peaceful peace agreement between the three sides.<br/><br/>For the sake of the world, do not go to war.<br/><br/>President Kemal</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">TO:Turkey<br/>From: Tibet<br/>I would love to meet with you, but I cannot. China has tried to assassinate me, 5 times!! It would not be safe.</blockquote>"
1955,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=600,2014-12-13T16:34:00,Pimps Inc,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22778240#p22778240"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22778165#p22778165"">wrote</a>:</cite>""It's a pleasure,Captain Malik.Tell me,where do the Loyalists have their artillery installed?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""they're to the north of the city, just across the river. You can even see them with a scope, I'll show you."" Malik takes Juarez up to what remains of the roof. He hands him a sniper rifle.""Look through the scope. See what remains of that bridge, that was the only way across without having to go completely exposed through the river, Also look other side of the shore. those are crocodiles.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Juarez peeked through the grimy glass of the scope.It takes him a few seconds to look around then he finds the river.One part was thick with blood and flesh.Most likely an unlucky soldier but too late to identify now.That gave him an idea....<br/><br/>""What do crocs like to eat?Anything or is there something specific they crave?They might prove useful to us."""
1956,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=600,2014-12-13T17:53:00,Protector Galactics,"As Captain Dellayete peaks through the tunnel all he saw was massive wall of rocks. ""The cave-in insures that their dead...... Well time to relax myself. Sergeant your incharge.""<br/>The Chinese were now working on claiming what they call the 3rd quarter of Tibet. It seemed clearly as a Chinese victory. Chinese soldiers were giving out its loud fury as the placed the flag on the highest hill signify that they claimed the 3rd quarter. But the fight was far from over. Tibetans came out of nowhere like wessels. But The Chinese had them pinned down forcing the Tibetans to surrender in large numbers. Prisoner's were treated fairly. They were well fed and taken care of. The Chinese were now at the Tibetan plains. The plains were so empty that it made it easy for the Chinese to kill the Tibetans in point blank. As the Chinese from the Northwest sector came down to the Fourth quarter Combined fighting was met. The Tibetans were now at extremely low numbers. Victory was near. Later that night Captain Dellayete and His Tigers were moving in India in complete darkness. The Indian authorities didn't see them cross the border so they were considered ghost. The Tigers came in by jeeps and parked it 1 mile of the suspected compound where the king might be."
1957,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=600,2014-12-13T18:05:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22786825#p22786825"">wrote</a>:</cite>As Captain Dellayete peaks through the tunnel all he saw was massive wall of rocks. ""The cave-in insures that their dead...... Well time to relax myself. Sergeant your incharge."" <br/>The Chinese were now working on claiming what they call the 3rd quarter of Tibet. It seemed clearly as a Chinese victory. Chinese soldiers were giving out its loud fury as the placed the flag on the highest hill signify that they claimed the 3rd quarter. But the fight was far from over. Tibetans came out of nowhere like wessels. But The Chinese had them pinned down forcing the Tibetans to surrender in large numbers. Prisoner's were treated fairly. They were well fed and taken care of. The Chinese were now at the Tibetan plains. The plains were so empty that it made it easy for the Chinese to kill the Tibetans in point blank. As the Chinese from the Northwest sector came down to the Fourth quarter Combined fighting was met. The Tibetans were now at extremely low numbers. Victory was near. Later that night Captain Dellayete and His Tigers were moving in India in complete darkness. The Indian authorities didn't see them cross the border so they were considered ghost. The Tigers came in by jeeps and parked it 1 mile of the suspected compound where the king might be.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Compound, India</span></span><br/>A Tibetan patrol had noticed the Chinese miles back and had already set up defensive positions. On of the old fasioned AA guns was moved to cover the ground. The Tanks hid in brush and behind fallen trees. 400 soldiers were wearing hiding in the Jungle while the other 100 acted as nothing was happening. William was hiding with his men while the President and Minister of Defense fled. He clutched his M14 while the rest of his men, wearing NVGs waited. The trappers were about to become trapped."
1958,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=600,2014-12-13T18:18:00,Protector Galactics,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22786988#p22786988"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22786825#p22786825"">wrote</a>:</cite>As Captain Dellayete peaks through the tunnel all he saw was massive wall of rocks. ""The cave-in insures that their dead...... Well time to relax myself. Sergeant your incharge."" <br/>The Chinese were now working on claiming what they call the 3rd quarter of Tibet. It seemed clearly as a Chinese victory. Chinese soldiers were giving out its loud fury as the placed the flag on the highest hill signify that they claimed the 3rd quarter. But the fight was far from over. Tibetans came out of nowhere like wessels. But The Chinese had them pinned down forcing the Tibetans to surrender in large numbers. Prisoner's were treated fairly. They were well fed and taken care of. The Chinese were now at the Tibetan plains. The plains were so empty that it made it easy for the Chinese to kill the Tibetans in point blank. As the Chinese from the Northwest sector came down to the Fourth quarter Combined fighting was met. The Tibetans were now at extremely low numbers. Victory was near. Later that night Captain Dellayete and His Tigers were moving in India in complete darkness. The Indian authorities didn't see them cross the border so they were considered ghost. The Tigers came in by jeeps and parked it 1 mile of the suspected compound where the king might be.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Compound, India</span></span><br/>A Tibetan patrol had noticed the Chinese miles back and had already set up defensive positions. On of the old fasioned AA guns was moved to cover the ground. The Tanks hid in brush and behind fallen trees. 400 soldiers were wearing hiding in the Jungle while the other 100 acted as nothing was happening. William was hiding with his men while the President and Minister of Defense fled. He clutched his M14 while the rest of his men, wearing NVGs waited. The trappers were about to become trapped.</div></blockquote><br/>""Take photo's and all. We are not going to fight them tonight. We have to study them first. So here is what I got. Right behind the compound is a small airfield. They have a cargo plane and an emergency evacuation aircraft that are always prepared for take off. Then at the west side is a small garden. Normal stuff. And right here is our place to zipline into the compound. We will study more tomorrow. Lets head to the Hotel."" As the cars headed to the Hotel all the soldiers changed into casual clothing. Making the captain like an immigrant from France. And all of the Chinese like Japanese tourist. The captain bought out a whole entire floor for his men. They all needed rest from the capital fighting."
1959,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=600,2014-12-13T18:30:00,Pimps Inc,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cartel Wars</span><br/><br/>The cartels had forced organized crime out and now began to control the flow of drugs.7 members of all the governments of Central America,senators,governors,and even a vice president, had been found dead in the past week.A firefight had ensued in the neighboring country of Colombia when the Zetas and Sinaloa Federation had attacked the capital building while also kidnapping leaders of cartels of Colombia.<br/><br/>In the Caribbean,Puerto Rico,Jamaica,ad the Dominican Republic had been infiltrated by the cartels and begun to wipe opposition off the map.All attacks and incidents were blamed on nonexistent rebels or terrorist groups fabricated by the ORCC.<br/><br/>Current Cartel Yearly Income:79 Billion<br/><br/>The money went to rebuilding the economy and the armed forces.All of the military generals were officially fired after they were convicted of corruption yet in reality they were killed and replaced by the younger officers that had seen combat.They're more idealistic and blind patriotism would make it harder for them to be corrupted yet these kids were still bright and in the peak of their youth.They were given<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://www.scribblesandsketches.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/german1.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">new uniforms</a>similar to uniforms of the German SS yet with some modifications.<br/><br/>The cartels have also been successful in lowering street crime in the country by an estimated 87% thanks to ""unorthodox yet persuasive methods"".Tourists from the United States,and even Europe and Asia, have begun to once again go to Mexico to ""get drunk and have fun"".The legendary<span style=""font-style: italic"">Avenida Revolucion</span>has once again been flooded with tourists,now that safety has improved.Modern infrastructure has been thrown out the window,the streets are places where things of Mexican culture can be bought.Money begins to flood in....."
1960,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=600,2014-12-13T18:41:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22787136#p22787136"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22786988#p22786988"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Compound, India</span></span><br/>A Tibetan patrol had noticed the Chinese miles back and had already set up defensive positions. On of the old fasioned AA guns was moved to cover the ground. The Tanks hid in brush and behind fallen trees. 400 soldiers were wearing hiding in the Jungle while the other 100 acted as nothing was happening. William was hiding with his men while the President and Minister of Defense fled. He clutched his M14 while the rest of his men, wearing NVGs waited. The trappers were about to become trapped.</div></blockquote><br/>""Take photo's and all. We are not going to fight them tonight. We have to study them first. So here is what I got. Right behind the compound is a small airfield. They have a cargo plane and an emergency evacuation aircraft that are always prepared for take off. Then at the west side is a small garden. Normal stuff. And right here is our place to zipline into the compound. We will study more tomorrow. Lets head to the Hotel."" As the cars headed to the Hotel all the soldiers changed into casual clothing. Making the captain like an immigrant from France. And all of the Chinese like Japanese tourist. The captain bought out a whole entire floor for his men. They all needed rest from the capital fighting.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Outside of the Hotel</span></span><br/>Officer Sanjaya Narang stood by his car, shotgun in hand. Reports had come in of foreign soldier conducting operations from the hotel. He had his partner radioing for backup in case the reports were true. Finally his commander gave the order to search the premises, alone.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Damn</span>he thought<span style=""font-style: italic"">this Hotel is creepy at night</span>. Finally he entered the building and began his search. Every room came up clean on the first and second floors, then, on the third floor, he knocked on the door ""Police! Open for search!"""
1961,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=600,2014-12-13T18:59:00,Protector Galactics,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22787419#p22787419"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22787136#p22787136"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Take photo's and all. We are not going to fight them tonight. We have to study them first. So here is what I got. Right behind the compound is a small airfield. They have a cargo plane and an emergency evacuation aircraft that are always prepared for take off. Then at the west side is a small garden. Normal stuff. And right here is our place to zipline into the compound. We will study more tomorrow. Lets head to the Hotel."" As the cars headed to the Hotel all the soldiers changed into casual clothing. Making the captain like an immigrant from France. And all of the Chinese like Japanese tourist. The captain bought out a whole entire floor for his men. They all needed rest from the capital fighting.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Outside of the Hotel</span></span><br/>Officer Sanjaya Narang stood by his car, shotgun in hand. Reports had come in of foreign soldier conducting operations from the hotel. He had his partner radioing for backup in case the reports were true. Finally his commander gave the order to search the premises, alone. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Damn</span> he thought <span style=""font-style: italic"">this Hotel is creepy at night</span>. Finally he entered the building and began his search. Every room came up clean on the first and second floors, then, on the third floor, he knocked on the door ""Police! Open for search!""</div></blockquote><br/>Captain Delayette put his gun in his pocket just incase and opened the door. ""Can I help you officer?"" he said in a french accent."
1962,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=625,2014-12-13T19:03:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22787611#p22787611"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22787419#p22787419"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Outside of the Hotel</span></span><br/>Officer Sanjaya Narang stood by his car, shotgun in hand. Reports had come in of foreign soldier conducting operations from the hotel. He had his partner radioing for backup in case the reports were true. Finally his commander gave the order to search the premises, alone. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Damn</span> he thought <span style=""font-style: italic"">this Hotel is creepy at night</span>. Finally he entered the building and began his search. Every room came up clean on the first and second floors, then, on the third floor, he knocked on the door ""Police! Open for search!""</div></blockquote><br/>Captain Delayette put his gun in his pocket just incase and opened the door. ""Can I help you officer?"" he said in a french accent.</div></blockquote><br/>""May I search your room?"" the Officer said, noting the man's accent."
1963,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=625,2014-12-13T19:06:00,Protector Galactics,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22787663#p22787663"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22787611#p22787611"">wrote</a>:</cite>Captain Delayette put his gun in his pocket just incase and opened the door. ""Can I help you officer?"" he said in a french accent.</div></blockquote><br/>""May I search your room?"" the Officer said, noting the man's accent.</div></blockquote><br/>Captain Dellayette opened the door for the policeman. ""I have nothing to hide."""
1964,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=625,2014-12-13T19:08:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22787692#p22787692"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22787663#p22787663"">wrote</a>:</cite>""May I search your room?"" the Officer said, noting the man's accent.</div></blockquote><br/>Captain Dellayette opened the door for the policeman. ""I have nothing to hide.""</div></blockquote><br/>The officer searched the room, finding nothing but extra clothes, a laptop, and a travel pillow. ""Thank you, now I must search you"" He said."
1965,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=625,2014-12-13T19:12:00,Protector Galactics,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22787714#p22787714"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22787692#p22787692"">wrote</a>:</cite>Captain Dellayette opened the door for the policeman. ""I have nothing to hide.""</div></blockquote><br/>The officer searched the room, finding nothing but extra clothes, a laptop, and a travel pillow. ""Thank you, now I must search you"" He said.</div></blockquote><br/>Before Marquette was about to speak Their came a voice from the door. ""Room service!"""
1966,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=625,2014-12-13T19:13:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22787761#p22787761"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22787714#p22787714"">wrote</a>:</cite>The officer searched the room, finding nothing but extra clothes, a laptop, and a travel pillow. ""Thank you, now I must search you"" He said.</div></blockquote><br/>Before Marquette was about to speak Their came a voice from the door. ""Room service!""</div></blockquote><br/>""Hold on! Official business!!"" The officer yelled ""Now, can we finish this?"""
1967,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=625,2014-12-13T19:16:00,Protector Galactics,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22787776#p22787776"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22787761#p22787761"">wrote</a>:</cite>Before Marquette was about to speak Their came a voice from the door. ""Room service!""</div></blockquote><br/>""Hold on! Official business!!"" The officer yelled ""Now, can we finish this?""</div></blockquote><br/>""Yes you may officer."" Marquette threw his weapon in the closet which landed in a towel while the policeman was talking through the door."
1968,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=625,2014-12-13T19:18:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22787804#p22787804"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22787776#p22787776"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Hold on! Official business!!"" The officer yelled ""Now, can we finish this?""</div></blockquote><br/>""Yes you may officer."" Marquette threw his weapon in the closet which landed in a towel while the policeman was talking through the door.</div></blockquote><br/>The officer noticed the motion behind him and heard the low thump as it hit the towels. He saw the pistol and reached for his own ""HANDS IN THE AIR!!!"""
1969,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=625,2014-12-13T19:21:00,Protector Galactics,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22787821#p22787821"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22787804#p22787804"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Yes you may officer."" Marquette threw his weapon in the closet which landed in a towel while the policeman was talking through the door.</div></blockquote><br/>The officer noticed the motion behind him and heard the low thump as it hit the towels. He saw the pistol and reached for his own ""HANDS IN THE AIR!!!""</div></blockquote><br/>As Marquette put his hands up. He threw a small throwing knife at the officer puncturing his neck. Then Marquette dived for his gun shooting at the officer make little sound as he had his suspenser attached."
1970,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=625,2014-12-13T19:24:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22787864#p22787864"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22787821#p22787821"">wrote</a>:</cite>The officer noticed the motion behind him and heard the low thump as it hit the towels. He saw the pistol and reached for his own ""HANDS IN THE AIR!!!""</div></blockquote><br/>As Marquette put his hands up. He threw a small throwing knife at the officer puncturing his neck. Then Marquette dived for his gun shooting at the officer make little sound as he had his suspenser attached.</div></blockquote><br/>The officer's gun hit the ground and wen't off, it's bullet flying out the window. The partner on the ground heard the shot and called for back up ""SHOTS FIRED!"" Within minutes 8 cars had arrived and began a road block. The leader yelled ""Come out with your hands up and no harm will come to you!"" A news crew arrived soon and began broadcasting the live images to the internet."
1971,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=625,2014-12-13T19:29:00,Protector Galactics,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22787893#p22787893"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22787864#p22787864"">wrote</a>:</cite>As Marquette put his hands up. He threw a small throwing knife at the officer puncturing his neck. Then Marquette dived for his gun shooting at the officer make little sound as he had his suspenser attached.</div></blockquote><br/>The officer's gun hit the ground and wen't off, it's bullet flying out the window. The partner on the ground heard the shot and called for back up ""SHOTS FIRED!"" Within minutes 8 cars had arrived and began a road block. The leader yelled ""Come out with your hands up and no harm will come to you!"" A news crew arrived soon and began broadcasting the live images to the internet.</div></blockquote><br/>The Special forces all got their guns and headed into the street in a fire fight.Grenade launchers blew up the cars and turning them into massive fireballs. Although out numbered. The forces were able to make it to the back of the Hotel where their car was parked."
1972,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=625,2014-12-13T19:31:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22787948#p22787948"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22787893#p22787893"">wrote</a>:</cite>The officer's gun hit the ground and wen't off, it's bullet flying out the window. The partner on the ground heard the shot and called for back up ""SHOTS FIRED!"" Within minutes 8 cars had arrived and began a road block. The leader yelled ""Come out with your hands up and no harm will come to you!"" A news crew arrived soon and began broadcasting the live images to the internet.</div></blockquote><br/>The Special forces all got their guns and headed into the street in a fire fight.Grenade launchers blew up the cars and turning them into massive fireballs. Although out numbered. The forces were able to make it to the back of the Hotel where their car was parked.</div></blockquote><br/>All 18 officers lay dead in the street while the film crew caught it all. 2 police helicopters took off and found the Chinese van. One of the snipers fired, hitting the Chinese driver in the head."
1973,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=625,2014-12-13T19:35:00,Protector Galactics,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22787962#p22787962"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22787948#p22787948"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Special forces all got their guns and headed into the street in a fire fight.Grenade launchers blew up the cars and turning them into massive fireballs. Although out numbered. The forces were able to make it to the back of the Hotel where their car was parked.</div></blockquote><br/>All 18 officers lay dead in the street while the film crew caught it all. 2 police helicopters took off and found the Chinese van. One of the snipers fired, hitting the Chinese driver in the head.</div></blockquote><br/>Captain Dellayete got his sniper while the guy in the passenger seat got control of the wheel. Marquette fired into the cockpit of the helicopter hitting the pilot as the helicopter collides with the other helicopter creating a massive fireball in the sky. Then the special forces went into the jungles of India nearby the compound."
1974,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=625,2014-12-13T19:39:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22788003#p22788003"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22787962#p22787962"">wrote</a>:</cite>All 18 officers lay dead in the street while the film crew caught it all. 2 police helicopters took off and found the Chinese van. One of the snipers fired, hitting the Chinese driver in the head.</div></blockquote><br/>Captain Dellayete got his sniper while the guy in the passenger seat got control of the wheel. Marquette fired into the cockpit of the helicopter hitting the pilot as the helicopter collides with the other helicopter creating a massive fireball in the sky. Then the special forces went into the jungles of India nearby the compound.</div></blockquote><br/>The Tibetans had lain an ambush for the Chinese should they return. An RPG streaked from nowhere, hitting the van. It was a dud, but still destroyed the engine. 400 men burst from the jungle ""STOP!!"" William yelled from an unknown location towards the back of the group."
1975,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=625,2014-12-13T19:52:00,Protector Galactics,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22788038#p22788038"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22788003#p22788003"">wrote</a>:</cite>Captain Dellayete got his sniper while the guy in the passenger seat got control of the wheel. Marquette fired into the cockpit of the helicopter hitting the pilot as the helicopter collides with the other helicopter creating a massive fireball in the sky. Then the special forces went into the jungles of India nearby the compound.</div></blockquote><br/>The Tibetans had lain an ambush for the Chinese should they return. An RPG streaked from nowhere, hitting the van. It was a dud, but still destroyed the engine. 400 men burst from the jungle ""STOP!!"" William yelled from an unknown location towards the back of the group.</div></blockquote><br/>The men were far from the forces. All mange to escape a fire fight between the themselves.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The next Morning:</span><br/>One of the Chinese men had a radio with them. They contacted the Chinese air force for a airstrike on the compound. Now fighter were just 20 minutes away from the compound. A zip line was set from the end of the hill to the nearest window. As Soon as the airstrikes arrived they fired a flare signaling the forces that the were there. They hit the first AA guns before the Tibetans even had a chance to get them ready. But the hits were a failure and got the Tibetans enough time to get them ready. All of the men broke into the compound."
1976,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=625,2014-12-13T20:33:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22788177#p22788177"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22788038#p22788038"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Tibetans had lain an ambush for the Chinese should they return. An RPG streaked from nowhere, hitting the van. It was a dud, but still destroyed the engine. 400 men burst from the jungle ""STOP!!"" William yelled from an unknown location towards the back of the group.</div></blockquote><br/>The men were far from the forces. All mange to escape a fire fight between the themselves.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The next Morning:</span><br/>One of the Chinese men had a radio with them. They contacted the Chinese air force for a airstrike on the compound. Now fighter were just 20 minutes away from the compound. A zip line was set from the end of the hill to the nearest window. As Soon as the airstrikes arrived they fired a flare signaling the forces that the were there. They hit the first AA guns before the Tibetans even had a chance to get them ready. But the hits were a failure and got the Tibetans enough time to get them ready. All of the men broke into the compound.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Compound</span></span><br/>The 300 men swarmed and sorrounded the attackers while 150 manned the air defenses and used the few SAM missiles remaining. The AA guns scanned the sky while the M2 Brownings were aimed at the attackers ""Surrender now and you will be treated humanly!"""
1977,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=625,2014-12-13T21:19:00,Protector Galactics,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22788672#p22788672"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22788177#p22788177"">wrote</a>:</cite>The men were far from the forces. All mange to escape a fire fight between the themselves.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The next Morning:</span><br/>One of the Chinese men had a radio with them. They contacted the Chinese air force for a airstrike on the compound. Now fighter were just 20 minutes away from the compound. A zip line was set from the end of the hill to the nearest window. As Soon as the airstrikes arrived they fired a flare signaling the forces that the were there. They hit the first AA guns before the Tibetans even had a chance to get them ready. But the hits were a failure and got the Tibetans enough time to get them ready. All of the men broke into the compound.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Compound</span></span><br/>The 300 men swarmed and sorrounded the attackers while 150 manned the air defenses and used the few SAM missiles remaining. The AA guns scanned the sky while the M2 Brownings were aimed at the attackers ""Surrender now and you will be treated humanly!""</div></blockquote><br/>Then the Squad jumped inside the building killing everybody in the room. Soon they took the fire fight inside the house. The building rocked as bombs fell all over the place. Bombers were now on their way to destroy the compound. The elite forces immediately started to fire rockets in the building. Killing large groups of men. The airstrikes killed hundreds outside in groups. ""William must be paranoid...."" More resistance was ahead of the group. ""He must be in that room!"" ""But there is 120 soldiers covering the door! It's nearly impossible!"" ""We will make it! We are special forces. They are kings men! Get all your RPGs and fire!!!"" 6 RPGs go flying toward the massive group killing 30 soldiers exposed to the flying RPGs. Outside AA guns were destroyed and 1 of the SAMs were destroyed. More bombs were dropped on top of the compound."
1978,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=625,2014-12-13T22:02:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22789163#p22789163"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22788672#p22788672"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Compound</span></span><br/>The 300 men swarmed and sorrounded the attackers while 150 manned the air defenses and used the few SAM missiles remaining. The AA guns scanned the sky while the M2 Brownings were aimed at the attackers ""Surrender now and you will be treated humanly!""</div></blockquote><br/>Then the Squad jumped inside the building killing everybody in the room. Soon they took the fire fight inside the house. The building rocked as bombs fell all over the place. Bombers were now on their way to destroy the compound. The elite forces immediately started to fire rockets in the building. Killing large groups of men. The airstrikes killed hundreds outside in groups. ""William must be paranoid...."" More resistance was ahead of the group. ""He must be in that room!"" ""But there is 120 soldiers covering the door! It's nearly impossible!"" ""We will make it! We are special forces. They are kings men! Get all your RPGs and fire!!!"" 6 RPGs go flying toward the massive group killing 30 soldiers exposed to the flying RPGs. Outside AA guns were destroyed and 1 of the SAMs were destroyed. More bombs were dropped on top of the compound.</div></blockquote><br/>T<br/>he last men were sorrounding the Chinese. Each was heavily armed with LMGs and RPGs. 2 Bombers had been shot down and crashed a few miles away. The Van was destroyed and the tanks were gone. The APCs were still intact in one of the tunnels and were ready to re emerge and counter-attack. William managed to escape into the jungle and to his safehouse. He sent a message:<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: USA, UN, South Korea<br/>From: Tibet<br/>THE CHINESE HAVE ATTACKED INDIA~NEED HELP!</blockquote>"
1979,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=625,2014-12-13T22:20:00,Protector Galactics,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22789643#p22789643"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22789163#p22789163"">wrote</a>:</cite>Then the Squad jumped inside the building killing everybody in the room. Soon they took the fire fight inside the house. The building rocked as bombs fell all over the place. Bombers were now on their way to destroy the compound. The elite forces immediately started to fire rockets in the building. Killing large groups of men. The airstrikes killed hundreds outside in groups. ""William must be paranoid...."" More resistance was ahead of the group. ""He must be in that room!"" ""But there is 120 soldiers covering the door! It's nearly impossible!"" ""We will make it! We are special forces. They are kings men! Get all your RPGs and fire!!!"" 6 RPGs go flying toward the massive group killing 30 soldiers exposed to the flying RPGs. Outside AA guns were destroyed and 1 of the SAMs were destroyed. More bombs were dropped on top of the compound.</div></blockquote><br/>T<br/>he last men were sorrounding the Chinese. Each was heavily armed with LMGs and RPGs. 2 Bombers had been shot down and crashed a few miles away. The Van was destroyed and the tanks were gone. The APCs were still intact in one of the tunnels and were ready to re emerge and counter-attack. William managed to escape into the jungle and to his safehouse. He sent a message: <br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: USA, UN, South Korea<br/>From: Tibet<br/>THE CHINESE HAVE ATTACKED INDIA~NEED HELP!</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/>The person that was trying to send the telegram was shot dead before he sent it. The Chinese started to weaken the last 90 guards. A rain of lead hit the Southern troops killing 5 of the total 85 troops were left 20 Elite Chinese troops were left.The bombers have arrived and started to destroy the west corridor killing a lot more men were killed in that side than any other side. Now only 12 Chinese special forces were left with the room open to them. Inside were most of the Tibetan generals the troop entered the room ignoring the forces outside."
1980,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=625,2014-12-14T00:58:00,Elepis,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22785616#p22785616"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Elepis <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22784634#p22784634"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To China, USA, Tibet<br/><br/>The actions of China and the USA are threatening to spark a nuclear war that would wipe out all life on earth? Is anything worth that? what gives any of you the right to do that? I ask you to come to Istanbul where Turkey will mediate a fair and peaceful peace agreement between the three sides.<br/><br/>For the sake of the world, do not go to war.<br/><br/>President Kemal</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">TO:Turkey<br/>From: Tibet<br/>I would love to meet with you, but I cannot. China has tried to assassinate me, 5 times!! It would not be safe.</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To Tibet<br/><br/>This is the only way to get peace, if you do not come, Tibet will no longer exist by the end of the month. I am trying to save millions of lives on both dies.<br/><br/>If you do not feel safe, send a representative.<br/><br/>President Kemal</blockquote>"
1981,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=625,2014-12-14T02:10:00,Elepis,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Kosovo</span><br/><br/>50 Turkish tanks rolled towards the Serbian border, firing their guns at bunkers, blowing them apart. In the skies, F-16 screamed as they released their missiles on tanks in the near by hills. 1,000 infantry men advanced, some on foot, some in Armoured vehicles, firing at the positions in the hills. Artillery further back fired at bunkers. This looked like and invasion<span style=""font-weight: bold"">(Mr Serbia, pay attention) however it was merely joint military exercise</span>. The Serbian military had been conducting war games near the border and now the Turks were responding in kind.<br/><br/>Turkish and FAK forces now garrisoned every town and city along the Serbian border and along the border, at military check points, the two countries flags flew together. All this was to show the Serbian people that Kosovo and Albania were not under their control and will never be under their control. The people had spoken and they had chosen independence from Serbia.<br/><br/>At a press conference in Ankara, the President has asked the Serbian government to recognizes the union of Albania and Kosovo and accept the fact Kosovo is no longer under Serbian control to bring peace to the Balkans.<br/><br/>F-16 during war games<br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.ekurd.net/pix/other/f16bombing.jpg""/>"
1982,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=625,2014-12-14T02:35:00,Licata,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Serbia</span><br/><br/>With the formation of an economic pact, the Syndicates of of Italia begin their advance. Like beasts, they pounced. Buying out debts and businesses, they absorb four thousand businesses into the Syndicate paradise. The newly incorporated employees were surprised by their increased pay and by the rapid reorganization of their local systems.<br/><br/>A great number of businesses that were to large to simply buy out were made ally to the Syndicates due to the purchasing of their debts. They too were humbled by the Syndicate, new to the ferocity of a mobilized economic giant.<br/><br/>Immediately after the procurement of the lesser businesses of Serbia, expansions entered their early stages. The Syndicate of Steel were the product of the merger of all Italian Steel, Lumber, and Construction companies. Called upon by their rivals, they took up the job. Five thousand workers from the Syndicate of Steel made their way to Serbia to begin their work.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Italo-Serb Relations</span><br/><br/>With Italy reinforcing its position as Serbia's largest trading partner the Syndicates met to discuss the Future of Serbia. A vote was cast to determine the united goal of the Syndicates.<br/><br/>The votes came in quickly and the decision was unanimous; Economic Merge. They planned to make the economies of Serbia and Italy singular, united, and in all ways intwined.<br/><br/>The Syndicates decided to send a force to protect their newly acquired assets.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""color: red"">Top Secret</span></span><br/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://oi44.tinypic.com/2qst36e.jpg""/></div><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">""Syndicate for ever!""</span></span></span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">To the Government of Serbia</span></span>,<br/><br/>I've word from the Syndicates. They wish to deploy men to your nation to protect their newly acquired assets. They tell me that this would benefit you greatly. They say a force roughly 23% of the size of your military will be deployed. <br/><br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Giovanni Messe, Grand marshal of The United Syndicates of Italy</span></span></blockquote>"
1983,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=625,2014-12-14T07:07:00,The Great Ottoman Empire (Ancient),"(OOC: in case some of you forgot, this is North German Commonwealth here, posting from another account)<br/>BREAKING NEWS, LIVE FROM THE KOSOVO-SERBIAN BORDER:<br/>""Breaking news today as it seems that The Republic of Turkey has started joint military exercises with the FAFAK (Federal Army of the FAK), close to the border with Serbia. Serbia has also started military exercises near the border, and it seems that one stray shell, bullet, or missile hitting the other side of the border could strike the match for the 3rd Balkan War. The FAK has asked NATO repeatedly for help, along with Turkey, whom The FAK is allied with. However, with NATO preoccupied in China, no response has been given yet.""<br/>""Thank you, and now more breaking news from India as it seems that fighting between Chinese Soldiers and Tibetan Forces has spilled into India, with a firefight between them erupting in a Hotel and an embassy withing the Indian border. So far, no Indian casualties have been reported, but we are told it is a possibility that Indian citizens have died.""<br/>Prime Minister Edi Rama turned of the TV and slumped in his chair, sighing in defeat. ""Why does everything have to be so complicated"" he said, mostly to himself. As if life decided to punch him in the face, he received news of the Serb nationalist rising up in Kosovo. He decided to send a message to Serbian telling them to control their people. He also decided to make out another letter to NATO, begging them to help. Meanwhile, The FAK draft had contuined, with census experts estimating that almost 100,000 military-fit young people would reach military age this year. Almost 40,000 of those had been drafted already. Of the 100,000, 75,000 would go to Kosovo, to fight Serbs there in the event of war. The other 25,000 would go to Albania proper, to join the 5,000 Albanian and 4,000 Turkish Troops already stationed there. In total, around 84,000 Albanian troops and 20,000 Turkish Troops(OOC: correct me if im wrong) stationed in Kosovo, and 30,000 Albanian and 4,000 Turkish Troops stationed in Albania proper. Together, The FAK and Turkey would crush the Serbs."
1984,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=625,2014-12-14T09:54:00,The Greater Gambia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22785801#p22785801"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22778240#p22778240"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""they're to the north of the city, just across the river. You can even see them with a scope, I'll show you."" Malik takes Juarez up to what remains of the roof. He hands him a sniper rifle.""Look through the scope. See what remains of that bridge, that was the only way across without having to go completely exposed through the river, Also look other side of the shore. those are crocodiles.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Juarez peeked through the grimy glass of the scope.It takes him a few seconds to look around then he finds the river.One part was thick with blood and flesh.Most likely an unlucky soldier but too late to identify now.That gave him an idea....<br/><br/>""What do crocs like to eat?Anything or is there something specific they crave?They might prove useful to us.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""They'll eat anything, but the only animals brave or stupid enough to stick around here have been baboons and Hyeans. Mean little fuckers, all of them. What do you have in mind?""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">GAF Western Base, Staging point</span><br/><br/>General Mendy looked over maps of the region with the Colonel.""The offensive will start in a few days. The plan is to send a detachment of soldiers down river under the cover of night. Their mission will be to establish a pocket of resistance that will draw the loyalists in from here and Janjanbureh, After we have confirmation that the loyalists have begun their counter attack on that area. Both fronts of our troops will push into the Central River LGA, ending this war once and for all. Civilian casualties will be very few. Most of the population either fled or joined the loyalists, we don't know how many ethnic minorities are left in the LGA, The loyalists launched am ethnic cleansing campaign, the only ones spared are Mandinka. As of our last intel, there is major area of civilians."" Mendy points to a small area on the map. ""These three villages all decided not to evacuate and instead decided to fight back. We don't know if they're still fighting or if they were all killed."""
1985,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=625,2014-12-14T10:19:00,Elepis,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22793362#p22793362"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22785801#p22785801"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Juarez peeked through the grimy glass of the scope.It takes him a few seconds to look around then he finds the river.One part was thick with blood and flesh.Most likely an unlucky soldier but too late to identify now.That gave him an idea....<br/><br/>""What do crocs like to eat?Anything or is there something specific they crave?They might prove useful to us.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""They'll eat anything, but the only animals brave or stupid enough to stick around here have been baboons and Hyeans. Mean little fuckers, all of them. What do you have in mind?""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">GAF Western Base, Staging point</span><br/><br/>General Mendy looked over maps of the region with the Colonel.""The offensive will start in a few days. The plan is to send a detachment of soldiers down river under the cover of night. Their mission will be to establish a pocket of resistance that will draw the loyalists in from here and Janjanbureh, After we have confirmation that the loyalists have begun their counter attack on that area. Both fronts of our troops will push into the Central River LGA, ending this war once and for all. Civilian casualties will be very few. Most of the population either fled or joined the loyalists, we don't know how many ethnic minorities are left in the LGA, The loyalists launched am ethnic cleansing campaign, the only ones spared are Mandinka. As of our last intel, there is major area of civilians."" Mendy points to a small area on the map. ""These three villages all decided not to evacuate and instead decided to fight back. We don't know if they're still fighting or if they were all killed.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The Colonel nodded, staring at the map ""Where will my men be placed in this? Also, we brought with us 6 F-16 and 2 attack helicopters which are hopefully modern enough to counter rebel AA fire. Will they take part in the operation?"
1986,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=625,2014-12-14T10:24:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22789817#p22789817"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22789643#p22789643"">wrote</a>:</cite>T<br/>he last men were sorrounding the Chinese. Each was heavily armed with LMGs and RPGs. 2 Bombers had been shot down and crashed a few miles away. The Van was destroyed and the tanks were gone. The APCs were still intact in one of the tunnels and were ready to re emerge and counter-attack. William managed to escape into the jungle and to his safehouse. He sent a message: <br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: USA, UN, South Korea<br/>From: Tibet<br/>THE CHINESE HAVE ATTACKED INDIA~NEED HELP!</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/>The person that was trying to send the telegram was shot dead before he sent it. The Chinese started to weaken the last 90 guards. A rain of lead hit the Southern troops killing 5 of the total 85 troops were left 20 Elite Chinese troops were left.The bombers have arrived and started to destroy the west corridor killing a lot more men were killed in that side than any other side. Now only 12 Chinese special forces were left with the room open to them. Inside were most of the Tibetan generals the troop entered the room ignoring the forces outside.</div></blockquote><br/>The man who was shot dead was just another Tibetan infantryman, while William escaped into the Jungle. The Tibetans looked to number only 85, but another 25 were underground, prepping the APCs. Within minutes, 5 APCs burst from the undground garage and circled the Chinese. They began firing their guns, striking only a few Chinese,but keeping them suppressed. 30 Men used the last SAMs and AA guns to shoot at the bombers, shooting down another."
1987,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=650,2014-12-14T10:33:00,The Greater Gambia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Elepis <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22793562#p22793562"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22793362#p22793362"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""They'll eat anything, but the only animals brave or stupid enough to stick around here have been baboons and Hyeans. Mean little fuckers, all of them. What do you have in mind?""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">GAF Western Base, Staging point</span><br/><br/>General Mendy looked over maps of the region with the Colonel.""The offensive will start in a few days. The plan is to send a detachment of soldiers down river under the cover of night. Their mission will be to establish a pocket of resistance that will draw the loyalists in from here and Janjanbureh, After we have confirmation that the loyalists have begun their counter attack on that area. Both fronts of our troops will push into the Central River LGA, ending this war once and for all. Civilian casualties will be very few. Most of the population either fled or joined the loyalists, we don't know how many ethnic minorities are left in the LGA, The loyalists launched am ethnic cleansing campaign, the only ones spared are Mandinka. As of our last intel, there is major area of civilians."" Mendy points to a small area on the map. ""These three villages all decided not to evacuate and instead decided to fight back. We don't know if they're still fighting or if they were all killed.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The Colonel nodded, staring at the map ""Where will my men be placed in this? Also, we brought with us 6 F-16 and 2 attack helicopters which are hopefully modern enough to counter rebel AA fire. Will they take part in the operation?</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Your air forces will work in conjunction with ours.They will take out AA and key loyalist positions and equipment, like artillery, after that, they will supply fire support for the ground forces. As for your men, they will join in with the the main assault. on the frontlines."""
1988,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=650,2014-12-14T10:35:00,Elepis,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22793721#p22793721"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Elepis <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22793562#p22793562"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>The Colonel nodded, staring at the map ""Where will my men be placed in this? Also, we brought with us 6 F-16 and 2 attack helicopters which are hopefully modern enough to counter rebel AA fire. Will they take part in the operation?</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Your air forces will work in conjunction with ours.They will take out AA and key loyalist positions and equipment, like artillery, after that, they will supply fire support for the ground forces. As for your men, they will join in with the the main assault. on the frontlines.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Good, what is rebel leadership like?"""
1989,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=650,2014-12-14T11:14:00,The Greater Gambia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Elepis <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22793747#p22793747"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22793721#p22793721"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""Your air forces will work in conjunction with ours.They will take out AA and key loyalist positions and equipment, like artillery, after that, they will supply fire support for the ground forces. As for your men, they will join in with the the main assault. on the frontlines.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Good, what is rebel leadership like?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""The Loyalists are being lead by ex-GAF Colonel Amat Tourey. He's been killing his own troops and civilians. He's the one that orchestrated the embassy attack. We have gained reports from to GSAS operatives who were captured there might be a power struggle within their ranks between Jhonothan Bell and Tourey, hell, one of them is probably dead."""
1990,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=650,2014-12-14T11:17:00,Elepis,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22794076#p22794076"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Elepis <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22793747#p22793747"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""Good, what is rebel leadership like?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""The Loyalists are being lead by ex-GAF Colonel Amat Tourey. He's been killing his own troops and civilians. He's the one that orchestrated the embassy attack. We have gained reports from to GSAS operatives who were captured there might be a power struggle within their ranks between Jhonothan Bell and Tourey, hell, one of them is probably dead.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""We can exploit that. If he is killing his own men and their is a power struggle, the lower ranks will feel alienated. I would suggest starting and effective, vigorous propaganda campaign ASAP. If his men desert him, he is finished."""
1991,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=650,2014-12-14T12:45:00,Kargintina,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Pristina, Kosovo</span><br/>60 Australian soldiers armed in riot gear moved toward the large group of rioters in front of the government building of the Republic of Kosovo. One Australian soldier called on a loud speaker in his best Serbian. ""Serbians of Kosovo, you can live in peace, please return to your homes and stop the violence, Serbs and Albanians of Kosovo can live in peace, violence and war are not the answer.""<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""To Serbia""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/7/78/Australian_Coat_of_Arms.png""/><br/>From: Tony Abbott, Prime Minister of The Commonwealth of Australia<br/>To: Tomislav Nikolić, President of the Republic of Serbia<br/>We are truly saddened by the recent violence in Serbia and Kosovo over the possibility of an Albanian and Kosovan union, and believe that this matter should be solved by peace, not by war or violence. Please come to Canberra in Australia to discuss the possibility of a peaceful solution to this matter.</blockquote></div></div></div><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""To Albania""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/7/78/Australian_Coat_of_Arms.png""/><br/>From: Tony Abbott, Prime Minister of The Commonwealth of Australia<br/>To: Bujar Nishani, President of the Republic of Albania<br/>The union between you and Kosovo has caused much violence in both Kosovo and Serbia, and we believe that this matter should be solved by peace, not violence or war. Please come to Canberra so that we can discuss a peaceful solution to this matter.</blockquote></div></div></div><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""To Italy""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/7/78/Australian_Coat_of_Arms.png""/><br/>From: Tony Abbott, Prime Minister of The Commonwealth of Australia<br/>To: Syndicates of Italy<br/>With the growing in the Balkans and your largest trade partner at risk we know that you would want to be involved, and with the possibility of war between Albania and Serbia over Kosovo we believe that you should come to the conference in Canberra. Serbia and Albania have both been invited and we believe a peaceful solution can be found.</blockquote></div></div></div><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""To Turkey""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/7/78/Australian_Coat_of_Arms.png""/><br/>From: Tony Abbott, Prime Minister of The Commonwealth of Australia<br/>To: Kemal Kılıçdaroğlu, President of The Republic of Turkey<br/>We are aware you have launched an attack on the Serbian border, escalating the possibility of war in the Balkans. We believe you should come to Canberra to discuss a peaceful solution to the matter.</blockquote></div></div></div>"
1992,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=650,2014-12-14T12:54:00,Mattijana,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Message to: China, Tibet<br/>Message from: South Korea<br/>Encryption: none<br/><br/>This may sound desperate. I don't wish it to be that way but I have a plea to both your nations.<br/><br/>This war is silly. You are fighting a bloody war over a small region of Rocky Mountains and snow which is home to few resources be it natural or human. What's more, you have both used horrific chemical weapons seemingly without regret and have even considered the use of nuclear weapons. In doing this, you have devastated the lives of many innocent people.<br/>This must stop.<br/><br/>I am in the position to visit Beijing or a city nearer to the bloodbath.<br/><br/>Yours<br/><br/>Park Geuy-Hye</blockquote><br/><br/>Park also gave the same words as a rousing speech with the worlds media watching. The message was broadcast worldwide and was praised by many."
1993,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=650,2014-12-14T13:31:00,Pacificana Islands,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Kremlin<br/>Moscow, Russia</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">There will come soft rains and the smell of the ground,<br/>And swallows circling with their shimmering sound;<br/><br/>And frogs in the pools, singing at night,<br/>And wild plum trees in tremulous white,<br/><br/>Robins will wear their feathery fire,<br/>Whistling their whims on a low fence-wire;<br/><br/>And not one will know of the war, not one<br/>Will care at last when it is done.<br/><br/>Not one would mind, neither bird nor tree,<br/>If mankind perished utterly;<br/><br/>And Spring herself, when she woke at dawn,<br/>Would scarcely know that we were gone.</span><br/><br/>Acting President Dmitry Medvedev sat in his study, puffing on a cigar and reading a book of poetry. It had been two and a half weeks since Vladimir Putin was assassinated, apparently by an Irish terrorist. Since then, Medvedev has been traveling throughout Russia, giving speeches about a new age. Dmitry sighed. When he had published that report, he had never meant for Putin to be killed. All Medvedev wanted was save the country he saw being ruined right in front of him. The story could be compared to Erwin Rommel.<br/><br/>As much as the President wanted to relax, he had word to do. Getting up from his chair, he walked briskly to his office, sitting down in front of his computer. Medvedev had letters to write.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.123independenceday.com/russian/images/Coat-of-arms.jpg""/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">OFFICIAL MESSAGE OF THE RUSSIAN FEDERATION</span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">To the Government of Serbia, <br/>Encryption: <span style=""color: #FF0000"">HIGH</span></span><br/><br/>We have received word of the recent developments in the Balkans, and would like to assist you while also benefiting ourselves. In trying to make ourselves a global fighting force, we are looking into constructing military bases in foreign nations. The Russian Armed forces would like to construct one in Serbia, complete with and airfield. Keep in mind this does not necessarily mean we will participate in active warfare should it break out, but the base will be highly threatening to your opposition. We hope you'll take your time to consider this offer.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Sincerely,<br/>Dmitry Medvedev, Acting President of the Russian Federation</span></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.123independenceday.com/russian/images/Coat-of-arms.jpg""/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">OFFICIAL MESSAGE OF THE RUSSIAN FEDERATION</span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">To the Government of Portugal, <br/>Encryption: <span style=""color: #FF8000"">MEDIUM</span></span><br/><br/>Greetings, my Portuguese comrades. The Russian Armed Forces are currently looking into becoming a global fighting force. This involves constructing bases in foreign nations. One location we are looking at is the Azores Islands. We are willing to negotiate lease rates. Thank you for your consideration.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Sincerely,<br/>Dmitry Medvedev, Acting President of the Russian Federation</span></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.123independenceday.com/russian/images/Coat-of-arms.jpg""/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">OFFICIAL MESSAGE OF THE RUSSIAN FEDERATION</span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">To the Government of Cuba, <br/>Encryption: <span style=""color: #FF8000"">MEDIUM</span></span><br/><br/>Greetings, my Cuban comrades. The Russian Armed Forces are currently looking into becoming a global fighting force. This involves constructing bases in foreign nations. One location we are looking at is the Isla de la Juventud. We are willing to negotiate lease rates. Thank you for your consideration.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Sincerely,<br/>Dmitry Medvedev, Acting President of the Russian Federation</span></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.123independenceday.com/russian/images/Coat-of-arms.jpg""/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">OFFICIAL MESSAGE OF THE RUSSIAN FEDERATION</span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">To the Government of China, <br/>Encryption: <span style=""color: #FF8000"">MEDIUM</span></span><br/><br/>Greetings, my Chinese comrades. The Russian Armed Forces are currently looking into becoming a global fighting force. This involves constructing bases in foreign nations. One location we are looking at is on the island of Hainan. We are willing to negotiate lease rates. Thank you for your consideration.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Sincerely,<br/>Dmitry Medvedev, Acting President of the Russian Federation</span></blockquote>"
1994,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=650,2014-12-14T13:48:00,Of The Rnclave,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">A REBUTTLE</span></span><br/><br/>"" Chinese aggression has come to far, and America as the global superpower now must show the world that we mean business. So from this moment on all Chinese asserts and bank accounts within the USA have been seized, and if China does not pull out, these assets and their moment will be added to the American economy. Also the tariffs in Chinese goods are of no use anymore, because form this moment on, the USA is banning all trade with China and her allies. No money for the Chinese goods arriving within the USA today and tomorrow will be considered free items given to the USA, and all Chinese ships will be seized and held until China responds to our demands, that they pull out of the nations they have invaded. All our forces in Asia have been placed on high alert and any act against the USA will be considered an act of war. On another note, as I am saying this, the USA is moving to Defcon 3, putting all forces of the USA worldwide on high alert, thank you and goodnight."
1995,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=650,2014-12-14T13:56:00,Kargintina,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Canberra, Australia</span><br/>Prime Minister Tony Abbott stepped onto the podium at the House of Parliament. ""With the current tensions in the Balkans that we are tending to, we have not been blind to the conflict between Tibet and China. We believe both sides are partial to blame, but China has violated national Sovereignty in India. We officially condemn this action, and tariffs on Chinese goods are being doubled. We will not sit idly to this violation. Good night everyone."" The Prime Minister stepped off stage and walked out."
1996,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=650,2014-12-14T14:32:00,Republika Srpska Party,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://static.vesti.rs/slike-2/Grb-Srbije-sta-znace-stit-krst-i-ocila-za-novi-i-stari-srpski-grb.jpg""/></div><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">SERBIAN MINISTRY OF FOREIGN AFFAIRS</span></span></div><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">СРПСКО МИНИСТАРСТВО СПОЉАШНИХ ПОСЛОВА</span></span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">TO:</span> <span style=""font-style: italic"">The Russian Federation</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">FROM:</span> <span style=""font-style: italic"">The Serbian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Minister of Foreign Affairs and First Deputy Prime Minister Ivica Dacic</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">ENCRYPTION:</span> <span style=""color: #FF0000"">Top Secret</span><br/><br/>Of course we will allow Serbia's biggest and best ally to build a military base in our land. There is many land open to get bases constructed in Kragujevac, New Belgrade, Novi Sad and Kraljevo. We also hope if a warfare breaks out between Albania and Serbia, that you will support us.<br/><br/>Signed,<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Minister of Foreign Affairs and First Deputy Prime Minister, Ivica Dacic</span></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://static.vesti.rs/slike-2/Grb-Srbije-sta-znace-stit-krst-i-ocila-za-novi-i-stari-srpski-grb.jpg""/></div><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">SERBIAN MINISTRY OF FOREIGN AFFAIRS</span></span></div><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">СРПСКО МИНИСТАРСТВО СПОЉАШНИХ ПОСЛОВА</span></span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">TO:</span> <span style=""font-style: italic"">The Australian Government</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">FROM:</span> <span style=""font-style: italic"">The Serbian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Government, President Tomislav Nikolic</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">ENCRYPTION:</span> <span style=""color: #00FF00"">Low</span><br/><br/>I will be coming to meet with your Government officials and talk about if Albanians and Serbs can live in peace, but our people hate them so very much, so there's not much hope for peace between Albanian and Serbian people. For you to know, I will be arriving soon.<br/><br/>Signed,<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">President Tomislav Nikolic</span></blockquote>"
1997,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=650,2014-12-14T14:39:00,Republika Srpska Party,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://static.vesti.rs/slike-2/Grb-Srbije-sta-znace-stit-krst-i-ocila-za-novi-i-stari-srpski-grb.jpg""/></div><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">REPUBLIC OF SERBIA</span></span></div><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">РЕПУБЛИКА СРБИЈА</span></span></div><br/><br/>The Pro-Serbian protests are still ongoing, with the protesters not showing any sign of calming, they continue to demolish Pristina's Government building, with throwing rocks, bottles, etc. One of the Serbs said to an Australian KFOR Peacekeeper ""PEACE?! THERE WILL NEVER BE PEACE BETWEEN SERBS AND ALBANIANS!"" and threw a flare on the ground. The protests are everyday, if the unification does not stop, the Serbs will keep protesting, and also destroying many things. At 23:56, in Pristina, the protesters have crushed the statue of Bill Clinton, and took down the flags behind it, burnt it and kept saying ""KOSOVO JE SRCE SRBIJE!"". The Serbian Government will try to calm down the angry protesters, in Serbia mostly. Riots have started in Belgrade, Kragujevac and Novi Sad, that involved Pristina also, the Police is doing everything possible to pull the protesters back."
1998,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=650,2014-12-14T14:53:00,Protector Galactics,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22793628#p22793628"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22789817#p22789817"">wrote</a>:</cite>The person that was trying to send the telegram was shot dead before he sent it. The Chinese started to weaken the last 90 guards. A rain of lead hit the Southern troops killing 5 of the total 85 troops were left 20 Elite Chinese troops were left.The bombers have arrived and started to destroy the west corridor killing a lot more men were killed in that side than any other side. Now only 12 Chinese special forces were left with the room open to them. Inside were most of the Tibetan generals the troop entered the room ignoring the forces outside.</div></blockquote><br/>The man who was shot dead was just another Tibetan infantryman, while William escaped into the Jungle. The Tibetans looked to number only 85, but another 25 were underground, prepping the APCs. Within minutes, 5 APCs burst from the undground garage and circled the Chinese. They began firing their guns, striking only a few Chinese,but keeping them suppressed. 30 Men used the last SAMs and AA guns to shoot at the bombers, shooting down another.</div></blockquote><br/>""The HQ sent gunships to our positions! We have to get out of here!"" ""Get to the Transport aircraft! Men were already in the plane getting it ready as the squad began their escape. The men also carried the bodies of 2 Tibetan generals that were killed in the invasion. Above a whole group of bombs fell together turning the whole compound into a fiery place of death. Bombs destroyed all of the anti aircraft weapons and APCs that engaged. Once Dellayete got on board they hit full throttle and took off back to China as the gunships arrived and started to destroy anything outside of the compound."
1999,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=650,2014-12-14T15:07:00,Elepis,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kargintina <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22795064#p22795064"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Pristina, Kosovo</span><br/>60 Australian soldiers armed in riot gear moved toward the large group of rioters in front of the government building of the Republic of Kosovo. One Australian soldier called on a loud speaker in his best Serbian. ""Serbians of Kosovo, you can live in peace, please return to your homes and stop the violence, Serbs and Albanians of Kosovo can live in peace, violence and war are not the answer.""<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""To Serbia""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/7/78/Australian_Coat_of_Arms.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/>From: Tony Abbott, Prime Minister of The Commonwealth of Australia<br/>To: Tomislav Nikolić, President of the Republic of Serbia<br/>We are truly saddened by the recent violence in Serbia and Kosovo over the possibility of an Albanian and Kosovan union, and believe that this matter should be solved by peace, not by war or violence. Please come to Canberra in Australia to discuss the possibility of a peaceful solution to this matter.</blockquote></div></div></div><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""To Albania""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/7/78/Australian_Coat_of_Arms.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/>From: Tony Abbott, Prime Minister of The Commonwealth of Australia<br/>To: Bujar Nishani, President of the Republic of Albania<br/>The union between you and Kosovo has caused much violence in both Kosovo and Serbia, and we believe that this matter should be solved by peace, not violence or war. Please come to Canberra so that we can discuss a peaceful solution to this matter.</blockquote></div></div></div><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""To Italy""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/7/78/Australian_Coat_of_Arms.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/>From: Tony Abbott, Prime Minister of The Commonwealth of Australia<br/>To: Syndicates of Italy<br/>With the growing in the Balkans and your largest trade partner at risk we know that you would want to be involved, and with the possibility of war between Albania and Serbia over Kosovo we believe that you should come to the conference in Canberra. Serbia and Albania have both been invited and we believe a peaceful solution can be found.</blockquote></div></div></div><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""To Turkey""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/7/78/Australian_Coat_of_Arms.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/>From: Tony Abbott, Prime Minister of The Commonwealth of Australia<br/>To: Kemal Kılıçdaroğlu, President of The Republic of Turkey<br/>We are aware you have launched an attack on the Serbian border, escalating the possibility of war in the Balkans. We believe you should come to Canberra to discuss a peaceful solution to the matter.</blockquote></div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To Australia <br/><br/>We only want peace, we will come,<br/><br/>President Kemal</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">TOP SECRET <br/>To USA<br/><br/>The Balkans is about to go up in smoke. Serbia are threatening war on Albania and Serbian nationalists have attacked the Albanian ethnicity. Turkey and Albania are both NATO and I ask that is Albania or Turkey is attacked, America will do its fullest to defend us according to the treaty it signed.<br/><br/>President Kemal</blockquote><br/><br/>In the capital of Kosovo, large pro-Albania demonstrations have broken out. The demonstrators wave Turkish, Albanian and Kosovan flags and carry slogans saying ""Kosovo is Albania"" and ""Down with the Serb Fascists""."
2000,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=650,2014-12-14T15:07:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22796557#p22796557"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22793628#p22793628"">wrote</a>:</cite>The man who was shot dead was just another Tibetan infantryman, while William escaped into the Jungle. The Tibetans looked to number only 85, but another 25 were underground, prepping the APCs. Within minutes, 5 APCs burst from the undground garage and circled the Chinese. They began firing their guns, striking only a few Chinese,but keeping them suppressed. 30 Men used the last SAMs and AA guns to shoot at the bombers, shooting down another.</div></blockquote><br/>""The HQ sent gunships to our positions! We have to get out of here!"" ""Get to the Transport aircraft! Men were already in the plane getting it ready as the squad began their escape. The men also carried the bodies of 2 Tibetan generals that were killed in the invasion. Above a whole group of bombs fell together turning the whole compound into a fiery place of death. Bombs destroyed all of the anti aircraft weapons and APCs that engaged. Once Dellayete got on board they hit full throttle and took off back to China as the gunships arrived and started to destroy anything outside of the compound.</div></blockquote><br/>3 Chinese bodies were found along with countless Tibetan bodies. An Indian Camera crew arrived later the Next day to film the carnage, the footage was shown worldwide as a propaganda tool for the Tibetan Government ""This shows how ruthless and arrogant the Chinese really are. We were here legally and the Chinese attacked, without telling the Indian government! This is another example of the Chinese disregard to international law!"" William personally narrated the segment. He is now on his way to Turkey for the peace-talks."
2001,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=650,2014-12-14T15:10:00,Of The Rnclave,"<blockquote><div><cite>Elepis <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22796793#p22796793"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Kargintina <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22795064#p22795064"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Pristina, Kosovo</span><br/>60 Australian soldiers armed in riot gear moved toward the large group of rioters in front of the government building of the Republic of Kosovo. One Australian soldier called on a loud speaker in his best Serbian. ""Serbians of Kosovo, you can live in peace, please return to your homes and stop the violence, Serbs and Albanians of Kosovo can live in peace, violence and war are not the answer.""<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""To Serbia""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/7/78/Australian_Coat_of_Arms.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/>From: Tony Abbott, Prime Minister of The Commonwealth of Australia<br/>To: Tomislav Nikolić, President of the Republic of Serbia<br/>We are truly saddened by the recent violence in Serbia and Kosovo over the possibility of an Albanian and Kosovan union, and believe that this matter should be solved by peace, not by war or violence. Please come to Canberra in Australia to discuss the possibility of a peaceful solution to this matter.</blockquote></div></div></div><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""To Albania""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/7/78/Australian_Coat_of_Arms.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/>From: Tony Abbott, Prime Minister of The Commonwealth of Australia<br/>To: Bujar Nishani, President of the Republic of Albania<br/>The union between you and Kosovo has caused much violence in both Kosovo and Serbia, and we believe that this matter should be solved by peace, not violence or war. Please come to Canberra so that we can discuss a peaceful solution to this matter.</blockquote></div></div></div><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""To Italy""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/7/78/Australian_Coat_of_Arms.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/>From: Tony Abbott, Prime Minister of The Commonwealth of Australia<br/>To: Syndicates of Italy<br/>With the growing in the Balkans and your largest trade partner at risk we know that you would want to be involved, and with the possibility of war between Albania and Serbia over Kosovo we believe that you should come to the conference in Canberra. Serbia and Albania have both been invited and we believe a peaceful solution can be found.</blockquote></div></div></div><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""To Turkey""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/7/78/Australian_Coat_of_Arms.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/>From: Tony Abbott, Prime Minister of The Commonwealth of Australia<br/>To: Kemal Kılıçdaroğlu, President of The Republic of Turkey<br/>We are aware you have launched an attack on the Serbian border, escalating the possibility of war in the Balkans. We believe you should come to Canberra to discuss a peaceful solution to the matter.</blockquote></div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To Australia <br/><br/>We only want peace, we will come,<br/><br/>President Kemal</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">TOP SECRET <br/>To USA<br/><br/>The Balkans is about to go up in smoke. Serbia are threatening war on Albania and Serbian nationalists have attacked the Albanian ethnicity. Turkey and Albania are both NATO and I ask that is Albania or Turkey is attacked, America will do its fullest to defend us according to the treaty it signed.<br/><br/>President Kemal</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Turkey<br/>United States of America<br/><br/>We have been observing this conflict and as we speak US forces leaving Italy and the surrounding area are being rerouted to Kosovo, a sum of 18,000 will be set up and help evacuate citizens and whatever else, but we will jot combat Serbia until we are fired upon. Several stealth bombers that were based in Italy will be moved so they may be able to participate and defeat the Serbians if nesscary. We will remain alert on the situations and intervene when it goes up in flames</blockquote>"
2002,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=650,2014-12-14T15:33:00,Zatak,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://fc00.deviantart.net/fs70/f/2012/304/d/2/phantom_mask_attempt_by_moniqnieva-d5jioqg.png""/><br/><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;"">A night for humanity: the message of faith<br/>Views: 2,600,000</span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">The Video in front of us was posted to multiple video streaming sites around 2 hours ago. The video involves seven men speaking on behalf of known terrorist Jonathon Bell al wearing the same mask on they're faces standing in a lack room with only a lantern to light them in the black room each man has a box under them listing they're name and where they are from as followed.<br/><br/>First man: Grief. From the United states<br/><br/>Second man: Agony. From the Russian federation<br/><br/>third man: Regret. From Serbia<br/><br/>fourth man; Anger. from turkey<br/><br/>Fifth man: Loss. From China<br/><br/>Sixth man: neglect. From Italy<br/><br/>Seventh man: Fear. From Australia<br/><br/>Only the first man would speak while the rest stood they're quietly his voice deepened the video goes on for four minutes before cutting to horrible and violent photos of war and bloodshed that no one could explain with words other then..... loss of hope..... the men are not known but the message was a clear warning to the Governments of the world who were all sent a copy of the video to watch. The men have confirmed that they are ""Followers"" of known Irish terrorist Jonathon bell but this is not confirmed<br/><br/>The video is as followed.....</span><br/><br/><br/>Peoples and Government of the world, The days we have spent on this earth are meant to be held together by a string of fate and destiny but yet Anger is like flowing water; there's nothing wrong with it as long as you let it flow. Hate is like stagnant water; anger that you denied yourself the freedom to feel, the freedom to flow; water that you gathered in one place and left to forget. Stagnant water becomes dirty, stinky, disease-ridden, poisonous, deadly; that is your hate. On flowing water travels little paper boats; paper boats of forgiveness. Allow yourself to feel anger, allow your waters to flow, along with all the paper boats of forgiveness. Be human.<br/><br/>You may ask who we are and to answer that I say we ask you Have you forgotten so easily We are you. We are the madness that lurks within you all, begging to be free at every moment in your deepest animal mind. We are what you hide from in your beds every night. We are what you sedate into silence and paralysis when you go to the nocturnal haven where we cannot tread. We are the voices that call you to be free yet you shut us in for fear of what we may hold and what you may lose... We are you.... and you are us.... the men who stand here come from all corners of the earth united in one goal under one man known as Jonathon bell.. the same man who liberated Russia and leads the charge in Gambia. The same man who attacks the Military's of the world and they're great cities for the name of humanity.<br/><br/>When you think yours is the only true path you forever chain yourself to judging others and narrow the vision of God. The road to righteousness and arrogance is a parallel road that can intersect each other several times throughout a person's life. It’s often hard to recognize one road from another. What makes them different is the road to righteousness is paved with the love of humanity. The road to arrogance is paved with the love of self. To love another human in all of her splendor and imperfect perfection , it is a magnificent task...tremendous and foolish and human.<br/><br/>We are at the very beginning of time for the human race. It is not unreasonable that we grapple with problems. But there are tens of many thousands of years in the future. Our responsibility is to do what we can, learn what we can, improve the solutions, and pass them on. The Governments of Nations like Italy and Serbia who think that they can defy the wishes of the people in Kosovo from what they wish yet can never look at how they came to understand what it is like to feel a greater power march onto you in the name of historical claims yet ignore the wishes of what those who they wish to take all while claiming that the neighbours are ignoring they're wish like a bunch of hypocritical dogs looking to spark a fight over a smaller dog walking with another!<br/><br/>1941. Right now, not very far from here, the German war machine is rolling up the map of Europe. Country after country, falling like dominoes. Nothing can stop it, nothing. Until one tiny, damp little island says ""No. No, not here."" A mouse in front of a lion. The mouse stands not for power of domination but for the right to live. The nation of Tibet is like this mouse.... Small and fighting a war machine yet still the little mouse standing up for what it is and we as not members of the WFA but as humans ask the people of Tibet to keep on fighting these Chinese fascists till there is no Tibetan breathing. We ask you to take the fight to the CCP and to they're homes so that they may know fear as you have for decades and I and these men promise to fight under you if you call us to this crusade!<br/><br/>Gambia is the smallest nation in western Africa and fights itself under men of corruption all gripping for power from the innocent so they rose up only to be replaced by a equally corrupt government so the Loyalists came to once and for all end this and stop they're home from falling into chaos like many others on the continent yet the west calls them terrorists even when they backed the previous group fighting for the same real goals. The difference is that this Gambia is nothing more then a NATO puppet controlled by the hands of world powers looking for control on all they can in the name of freedom... freedom.... We ask are Gambian brothers who stand by are leader Jonathon Bell to keep up fighting till they have fallen.Be ashamed to die until you have won some victory for humanity. The men you face are the enemy to your homeland and as such must be dealt with like any foreign invader would be!<br/><br/>The nations of the west see us as terrorists and as children with guns.... yet we have taken down the great threat of Russia where you have failed to do! We were the ones who sent the people to stand and we are the ones who ended the life of a tyrant and we will do the same to Istanbul, London, Rome, Ottawa and Washington even if it means we have to crawl all the way there from the end of this earth! But we were born of risen apes, not fallen angels, and the apes were armed killers besides. And so what shall we wonder at? Our murders and massacres and missiles, and our irreconcilable regiments? Or our treaties whatever they may be worth; our symphonies however seldom they may be played; our peaceful acres, however frequently they may be converted into battlefields; our dreams however rarely they may be accomplished. The miracle of man is not how far he has sunk but how magnificently he has risen. We are known among the stars by our poems, not our corpses.<br/><br/>The downfall of the attempts of governments and leaders to unite mankind is found in this- in the wrong message that we should see everyone as the same. This is the root of the failure of harmony. Because the truth is, we should not all see everyone as the same! We are not the same! We are made of different colours and we have different cultures. We are all different! But the key to this door is to look at these differences, respect these differences, learn from and about these differences, and grow in and with these differences. We are all different. We are not the same. But that's beautiful. And that's okay. In the quest for unity and peace, we cannot blind ourselves and expect to be all the same. Because in this, we all have an underlying belief that everyone should be the same as us at some point. We are not on a journey to become the same or to be the same. But we are on a journey to see that in all of our differences, that is what makes us beautiful as a human race, and if we are ever to grow, we ought to learn and always learn some more.<br/><br/>We will strike the hearts of all the world governments with the dagger of hell itself. Me and these men who stand with me are all from different lands, languages and people yet we stand as brothers because we wish to see a world where the actions of single men will no longer mean the end of man. We must laugh and cry, enjoy and suffer, in a word, vibrate to our full capacity … I think that’s what being really human means. we call on the people of the world to stand up to they're leaders and show why you are to be feared! We must show them who it is they fight and who we stand for under one man by the name of Jonathon Bell!<br/><br/>Recede a me, ut sint unum infernum, ut iterum pungent!<br/><br/>Nos pugna pro eo!<br/><br/>-Cut to black before the images play for about 30 seconds-"
2003,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=650,2014-12-14T15:56:00,Protector Galactics,"Forces in Tibet already claimed half of the last quarter of Tibet. The Chinese poured more and more troops in the region to finish the fight. The Chinese were 3 cities away from victory. The Tibetan army emergency water supplies were cut. Tunnels were now exposed by the Chinese Air Force. The Air force conducted massive bombing runs on the tunnels killing any transportation systems in them. The Chinese were so close to victory to surrender. Troops stormed with all their energy and power. Massive invasions were now conducted in Tibet. The end was near for Tibets 1 month of reign.<br/><br/>Back at the capital. Reports of the death of the 2 Tibetan generals spreaded. ""These are the men responsible for the deaths of 200,000 loved ones. Our soldiers that died for this war were because of these men willing to fight on the opponents side! We must take revenge and finish this war! Once! And for all!"" The crowd cheered at President Xi speech. The War will be a pure success for the Chinese."
2004,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=650,2014-12-14T15:57:00,Ballycolumbia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">French Industry</span><br/>The expansion of the Syndicates into French industry has greatly improved the French economy. Not only has many medium sized industries become viable again, but the Steel, Aluminum, Iron and Machinery industries of North-Eastern France have greatly expanded by supplying the arms industries of Italy. This means the area is slowly becoming an important economic region again and lessened the French economy's current reliance on the Paris Basin. Economists believe that Germany's position as France's main trading partner may be in jeopardy at this rate.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Belgium</span><br/>A pro-Wallonian independance party is steadying gaining power in Belgium. It is unknown how such a party gained so much funding in such a short time, but rumours are abound that France is involved somehow. It remains to be seen what will happen from this or if the rumours are true, what would France even gain from this.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""To Serbia""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/b/b7/Armoiries_r%C3%A9publique_fran%C3%A7aise.svg/200px-Armoiries_r%C3%A9publique_fran%C3%A7aise.svg.png""/><br/>To: The Republic Of Serbia<br/>Encryption: <span style=""color: #00FF40"">LOW</span><br/>From: The French Republic<br/>We are tired of American Imperialism and that of the Australians and Turkish too. We believe that it should only be Europeans who decide what goes on in Europe. We will provide military support in case of any such conflict and will promise to defend your nation if the alliance decides to invade, which seems likely given Turkey's previous actions.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Ave Europa</span><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">President Francois Hollande</span></blockquote></div></div></div>"
2005,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=650,2014-12-14T16:19:00,Kargintina,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">House of Parliament, Canberra, Australia</span><br/>""Fear? Fear is an emotion induced by a threat perceived by living entities, which causes a change in brain and organ function and ultimately a change in behavior, such as running away, hiding or freezing from traumatic events. Fear is also the name of a man who decided to betray his country and side with a worldwide-known terrorist. We will find Jonathan and his supporters (including Fear) and bring them to justice. Fear will be brought right here in front of Parliament for trial.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Pristina, FAK/Serbia</span><br/>The Australian KFOR soldiers began throwing smoke bombs in an attempt to send away the protesters. ""Return your homes! There can be peace!"""
2006,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=650,2014-12-14T16:27:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22797632#p22797632"">wrote</a>:</cite>Forces in Tibet already claimed half of the last quarter of Tibet. The Chinese poured more and more troops in the region to finish the fight. The Chinese were 3 cities away from victory. The Tibetan army emergency water supplies were cut. Tunnels were now exposed by the Chinese Air Force. The Air force conducted massive bombing runs on the tunnels killing any transportation systems in them. The Chinese were so close to victory to surrender. Troops stormed with all their energy and power. Massive invasions were now conducted in Tibet. The end was near for Tibets 1 month of reign.<br/><br/>Back at the capital. Reports of the death of the 2 Tibetan generals spreaded. ""These are the men responsible for the deaths of 200,000 loved ones. Our soldiers that died for this war were because of these men willing to fight on the opponents side! We must take revenge and finish this war! Once! And for all!"" The crowd cheered at President Xi speech. The War will be a pure success for the Chinese.</div></blockquote><br/>One man did not cheer. He did not even crack a smile, instead he calmly pulled out his VSS Vintorez briefcase, assembled the weapon, and aimed it at the Chinese leader. ""Good bye you murdering bastard"" He muttered as he pulled the trigger. The bullet hit the man, right in between the eyes. He then calmly packed up and left the building, merging with the crowds."
2007,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=650,2014-12-14T16:33:00,Ballycolumbia,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""To China""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/b/b7/Armoiries_r%C3%A9publique_fran%C3%A7aise.svg/200px-Armoiries_r%C3%A9publique_fran%C3%A7aise.svg.png""/><br/>To: People's Republic Of China<br/>From: The French Republic<br/>We noticed you have lost the US as a trade partner. As such, we believe it would be of great benefit to both our nations if we were to improve our trading ties. <br/>France has one of the strongest economies in the world. As we speak, large investment in the North-Eastern region is allowing France to become one of the top producers of raw materials, which would be helpful for your rapidly expanding industries. We are also the third greatest agricultural exporter in the world, which would benefit your large population greatly. We hope you make the right decision.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">President Francois Hollande</span></blockquote></div></div></div>"
2008,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=650,2014-12-14T16:46:00,Protector Galactics,"Marquette Delayete was in his HQ until he and his supporters rose up from their seats and started a fighting in the HQ. The fight was quick and fast. Delayete soon started his revolution. He later contacted the Nuclear missile Silo<br/>""Colonel Nis is dead suffocated to death. I'm now in charge of the missile. Confirmation code 3z643e9v2c7n0x.""<br/>Military vehicles were on their way to the district capital. Dellayete soon arrived and pushed open the office door. ""We are in emergency standards. I'm now in control of this district.""<br/>""Where is Colonel Nis?"" ""Colonel Nis is dead. Now your in ""my"" office. Delayete was now in control of the city/district military force. Later his supporters in the other districts soon gained control and united with Delayette. Soon what seemed like friendly Chinese military parades were an invasion force of each district in the Sinkiang province. Those who suspected actions as treason were taken at gun point. The Krenzian revolution has begun."
2009,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=650,2014-12-14T16:50:00,The North German Commonwealth,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kargintina <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22795064#p22795064"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Pristina, Kosovo</span><br/>60 Australian soldiers armed in riot gear moved toward the large group of rioters in front of the government building of the Republic of Kosovo. One Australian soldier called on a loud speaker in his best Serbian. ""Serbians of Kosovo, you can live in peace, please return to your homes and stop the violence, Serbs and Albanians of Kosovo can live in peace, violence and war are not the answer.""<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""To Serbia""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/7/78/Australian_Coat_of_Arms.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/>From: Tony Abbott, Prime Minister of The Commonwealth of Australia<br/>To: Tomislav Nikolić, President of the Republic of Serbia<br/>We are truly saddened by the recent violence in Serbia and Kosovo over the possibility of an Albanian and Kosovan union, and believe that this matter should be solved by peace, not by war or violence. Please come to Canberra in Australia to discuss the possibility of a peaceful solution to this matter.</blockquote></div></div></div><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""To Albania""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/7/78/Australian_Coat_of_Arms.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/>From: Tony Abbott, Prime Minister of The Commonwealth of Australia<br/>To: Bujar Nishani, President of the Republic of Albania<br/>The union between you and Kosovo has caused much violence in both Kosovo and Serbia, and we believe that this matter should be solved by peace, not violence or war. Please come to Canberra so that we can discuss a peaceful solution to this matter.</blockquote></div></div></div><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""To Italy""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/7/78/Australian_Coat_of_Arms.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/>From: Tony Abbott, Prime Minister of The Commonwealth of Australia<br/>To: Syndicates of Italy<br/>With the growing in the Balkans and your largest trade partner at risk we know that you would want to be involved, and with the possibility of war between Albania and Serbia over Kosovo we believe that you should come to the conference in Canberra. Serbia and Albania have both been invited and we believe a peaceful solution can be found.</blockquote></div></div></div><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""To Turkey""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/7/78/Australian_Coat_of_Arms.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/>From: Tony Abbott, Prime Minister of The Commonwealth of Australia<br/>To: Kemal Kılıçdaroğlu, President of The Republic of Turkey<br/>We are aware you have launched an attack on the Serbian border, escalating the possibility of war in the Balkans. We believe you should come to Canberra to discuss a peaceful solution to the matter.</blockquote></div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/>OFFICIAL TRANSMISSION OF THE FEDERATION OF ALBANIA AND KOSOVO<br/>To: Tony Abbott, Prime Minister of The Commonwealth of Australia<br/>From: Edi Rama, Prime Minister of The Federation of Albania and Kosovo.<br/>The FAK is sad to inform The Commonwealth of Australia that President Nishani was assassinated by a Serb nationalist a short time ago. On to more pressing matters. The FAK will attend the meeting in Canberra. However, I will be escorted by 6 armed guards. 2 in front of me, 2 in back, and 2 on the sides. I don't know what the Serb Fascists would do when put in a room with me. They will most likely attempt to assassinate me, given the chance.<br/>END TRANSMISSION<br/><br/>PRISTINA, FEDERATION OF ALBANIA AND KOSOVO:<br/>Approximately 300 FAFAK Troops had joined the Australian Peacekeepers in trying to calm the Serbians. Armed with Riot Shields and Tear Gas, they had strict orders to use the Tear Gas only if they were in immediate danger. One of the Troops, armed with a Riot Shield and a Megaphone, flipped it on. ""Serbians! Go back to your homes, or you will be deported to that backwater, third-world, genocidal, backstabbing excuse for a country you call a homeland!"" Then, the FAFAK dug their Riot Shields into the ground, forming a barricade against the Serbs. Then, with their one free hand, the equipped their gas masks and each soldier grabbed a Tear Gas Canister, preparing to use it. Then, the soldier holding the Megaphone walked over to the Australian troop leader and whispered into his ear: ""I advice you to have your troops put their gas masks on. This could get bad real quick.""<br/><br/>TIRANA, FEDERATION OF ALBANIA AND KOSOVO:<br/>Prime Minister Edi Rama adressed the panicked crowd outside the Federation Senatorial Palace. ""I know you all have heard rumours that Turkey has attacked the Serbian border, but these are simply rumours. While it is true that Turkey has been preparing for war with Serbia, much as The Federation has, as well. Do not fret, for The Federation has a reason to rejoice! NATO has answered our cry for help against the Serbian fascists who plaque us with their presence! Soon, American troops and planes shall join The Federation, Turkey, and Australia in stopping Serbia from even declaring war! Rejoice, for Albania lies behind a shield! A shield, however, needs constant attention. Our allies can only do so much. They can be a shield, but Albania has to be a sword. Thank you, and goodnight."""
2010,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=650,2014-12-14T18:00:00,Protector Galactics,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22798009#p22798009"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22797632#p22797632"">wrote</a>:</cite>Forces in Tibet already claimed half of the last quarter of Tibet. The Chinese poured more and more troops in the region to finish the fight. The Chinese were 3 cities away from victory. The Tibetan army emergency water supplies were cut. Tunnels were now exposed by the Chinese Air Force. The Air force conducted massive bombing runs on the tunnels killing any transportation systems in them. The Chinese were so close to victory to surrender. Troops stormed with all their energy and power. Massive invasions were now conducted in Tibet. The end was near for Tibets 1 month of reign.<br/><br/>Back at the capital. Reports of the death of the 2 Tibetan generals spreaded. ""These are the men responsible for the deaths of 200,000 loved ones. Our soldiers that died for this war were because of these men willing to fight on the opponents side! We must take revenge and finish this war! Once! And for all!"" The crowd cheered at President Xi speech. The War will be a pure success for the Chinese.</div></blockquote><br/>One man did not cheer. He did not even crack a smile, instead he calmly pulled out his VSS Vintorez briefcase, assembled the weapon, and aimed it at the Chinese leader. ""Good bye you murdering bastard"" He muttered as he pulled the trigger. The bullet hit the man, right in between the eyes. He then calmly packed up and left the building, merging with the crowds.</div></blockquote><br/>The Chinese double fell to the ground as his scripts went flying into the air. The president who was in his office when he heard the gunshots was quickly moved to his safe room. He ordered a manhunt for the assassin.<br/><br/>Back in the province. Dellyete was on the international broadcast systems."" For far to long we lived in the darkness. We were drown under the bus by our superiors. I don't want to be a premier. Thats not my business. I don't want to rule or conquer anyone. I should like to help everyone if possible. Jew,Gentile, Asian or European. We all want to help one another,human beings are like that. We want to live by each other's happiness not by each other misery. We don't want to hate or despise one another. In this world there is room for everyone and a good earth is rich and can provide for everyone. The way of life can be free and beautiful. But we have lost the way. Greed has poisoned men's souls. It has barricaded the world in Hate. It has goose-stepped us into misery and bloodshed. We have developed speed but we shut ourselves in. Machinery that gives abundance has left us in want. Our knowledge has made us cynical, our cleverness is hard and unkind. We think too much but feel too little. More than machinery we need humanity. More than cleverness we need kindness and gentleness. Without these qualities, life will be violent and all will be lost. The airplane and the radio has brought us closer together. The very nature of these inventions cries out for he goodness in men.Cries out the universal brotherhood for the unity of us all. Even now my voice is reaching billions throughout the world. Billions of despairing men women and children! Victims of a system that makes men torture and imprison innocent people.To those that can hear me I say ""Don't Despair"". The Misery that is now upon us is but the passing of greed. The bitterness of men who fear the way of human progress. The hate of men will pass and dictators die. The power they took from the people will return to the people. And so long as men die! Liberty will never perish! Soldiers! Dont give yourself's o these brutes! Men who despise you and enslave you, who regiment your lives, Who tell you what to do what to think or what to feel! Who drill you and diet you. Treat you like cattle. Use you as cannon fodder! Don't give yourselves to these unnatural men, machine men with machine minds and machine hearts! Your are not machine's. You are not cattle! You are men! You have the love of humanity in your hearts. You don't hate only the unloved hate. The unloved and the unnatural. Soldier's! Don't fight for slavery! Fight for liberty! In the seventeenth chapter of Luke it is written: ""The kingdom of god is within man"". Not one man not a group of men. But in all men in you! You the people have the power! The power to create machines! The power to create happiness! You the people have the power to make this life free and beautiful! To make this life a wonderful adventure! Then in the name of Krenzianism let us use that power! Let us all Unite! Let us fight for a new world. A decent world. That will give man a chance to work! That will give you the future and old age and security! By the promise of these things, brutes have risen to power! But they lie! They don't fulfill their promise! They never will! Dictators free themselves! But they enslave the people! Now let us fight to fulfill that promise! Let us fight to free the world! To go away with national barriers! To go away with greed and hate and intolerance! Let us fight for a world of reason! A world of science and progress will lead to all men's happiness! Soldiers! In the name of Krenzianism! Let us all Unite!"" Soon the broadcast was over. People all over China rised for freedom of Krenzianism. Another Civil war will break out."
2011,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=650,2014-12-14T18:34:00,The Greater Gambia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Jenba, Central River LGA, The Gambia</span><br/><br/>Karimo Sabamye sat in the house of the now dead Colonel Tourey. it had been one week since Karimo put a bullet in that bastards head, since then he has made many changes within the loyalist faction, his first major change was the purging of xenophobic and actual loyalist elements. Karimo was ex-GLP, he became disillusioned with the regime when he saw the corruption replaced with bureaucracy. He only joined the loyalist movement for pragmatic reasons. When he witnessesed the murder of hundreds of ethnic minorities, it was clear that him and Tourey didn't share the same ideals. When the opportunity showed itself, Karimo quickly took advantage of it and filled the power vacuum, quickly eliminating threats to his power. Now Karimo was going to send a message to the world for the next change. The video camera started to play, showing a calm Karimo sitting at his desk.<br/><br/>""Hello corrupt leaders of the world. I am Karimo Sabamye, the new leader of the so called ""terrorist group"" called the loyalists. I am making this video to tell the world of a few major changes that will be happening. We are announcing our undying support and loyalty to Jhonothan Bell and the WFA. They are the only ones that are doing something to fight the corruption in the world. Second, from now on, we are no longer called the loyalists, we are now the African Freedom Party. No longer will we be confined to the Gambia, we shall strike all over the continent until every corrupt puppet of the west is overthrown. I call to you, the poor fisherman in Somalia, forced to steal from passing ships to feed your family, I call to you, the orphan in a shanty town, outside Pretoria, and finally, I call to you, the man who had is family killed in front of him by the old members of our organization. We call upon you to revolt against your governments who have done this to you. As for those of you that are wondering what happened to the dear Colonel Tourey..."" He pulls out something from under his desk, It is the severed head of Amat Tourey, barely identifiable from the burns and the gun shot.""We have dealt with him for his crimes against the people. The same will happen to all and their families who do harm based on ethnic lines. We have already purged the filth from our organization."" He pulls out four more severed heads, all belonging to prominent Loyalist members.""These men were the key members of the Loyalist faction, they were responsible of killing hundreds of Gambian citizens based on their ethnicity, think of this as an olive branch to the people of the Gambia. As for the government, we will leave the Gambia, but heed this warning, we still have a score to settle."""
2012,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=675,2014-12-14T18:43:00,Protector Galactics,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22799383#p22799383"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Jenba, Central River LGA, The Gambia</span><br/><br/> Karimo Sabamye sat in the house of the now dead Colonel Tourey. it had been one week since Karimo put a bullet in that bastards head, since then he has made many changes within the loyalist faction, his first major change was the purging of xenophobic and actual loyalist elements. Karimo was ex-GLP, he became disillusioned with the regime when he saw the corruption replaced with bureaucracy. He only joined the loyalist movement for pragmatic reasons. When he witnessesed the murder of hundreds of ethnic minorities, it was clear that him and Tourey didn't share the same ideals. When the opportunity showed itself, Karimo quickly took advantage of it and filled the power vacuum, quickly eliminating threats to his power. Now Karimo was going to send a message to the world for the next change. The video camera started to play, showing a calm Karimo sitting at his desk.<br/><br/>""Hello corrupt leaders of the world. I am Karimo Sabamye, the new leader of the so called ""terrorist group"" called the loyalists. I am making this video to tell the world of a few major changes that will be happening. We are announcing our undying support and loyalty to Jhonothan Bell and the WFA. They are the only ones that are doing something to fight the corruption in the world. Second, from now on, we are no longer called the loyalists, we are now the African Freedom Party. No longer will we be confined to the Gambia, we shall strike all over the continent until every corrupt puppet of the west is overthrown. I call to you, the poor fisherman in Somalia, forced to steal from passing ships to feed your family, I call to you, the orphan in a shanty town, outside Pretoria, and finally, I call to you, the man who had is family killed in front of him by the old members of our organization. We call upon you to revolt against your governments who have done this to you. As for those of you that are wondering what happened to the dear Colonel Tourey..."" He pulls out something from under his desk, It is the severed head of Amat Tourey, barely identifiable from the burns and the gun shot.""We have dealt with him for his crimes against the people. The same will happen to all and their families who do harm based on ethnic lines. We have already purged the filth from our organization."" He pulls out four more severed heads, all belonging to prominent Loyalist members.""These men were the key members of the Loyalist faction, they were responsible of killing hundreds of Gambian citizens based on their ethnicity, think of this as an olive branch to the people of the Gambia. As for the government, we will leave the Gambia, but heed this warning, we still have a score to settle.""</div></blockquote><br/>To:Karimo Sabamye<br/>From: Marquette Delayette<br/>I see we share the same ideals. I would like to support you in overthrowing your government if you help us overthrow ours. For far too long. Dictatorships ruled the world. Let us show that we are all equal. Together I wish we would start the Krenzian Union. A Union of freedom and equality. With no welfare. Together we will overthrow world governments.<br/>Marquette Delayette"
2013,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=675,2014-12-14T18:55:00,Australian Antarctica,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Tibet</span><br/>A Tibetan General stands in one of the many briefing rooms under Tibet ""The Chinese think we are weak! That we are close to defeat! They are gravely mistaken! They think we have little to no water, we have more than them! Thanks to our South Korean allies! They have destroyed some tunnels yes, but those tunnels were useless being so weak! Sure they have captured a few thousand of us, but we still have over 200,000 men! Their supply lines are good, but can easily be defeated! They are not used to this terrain! We are! Give us a machine gun and we can block an entire road! Give us a SAM missile and we can keep blocking the roads! TODAY WE STRIKE!!!!"" The man finished his speech and let the crowd cheer for a few moments before continuing ""You have your orders! Now go forth, and defeat those Communist Pigs! LONG LIVE TIBET!!"" The crowd cheered even louder now, chanting the same thing over and over ""LONG LIVE TIBET""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">2 Hours later</span><br/>Across Tibet, 100,000 Rebels appeared from what appeared to be nowhere and struck along each and every Chinese held road. Within hours, the roads were blocked by the mangled remains of the once long and powerful convoys. This battle was not easy, with over 7,500 Tibetans getting killed. SAM missiles streaked across the skies, blowing up the Chinese attack helicopters. MGs ripped into lines of Chinese as they tried to counter attack and RPGs tore into the light armor of supply trucks and Hummvees. 50,000 Tibetans fell back into the tunnels, leaving the others to fight and slow the Chinese."
2014,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=675,2014-12-14T19:01:00,Protector Galactics,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22799611#p22799611"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Tibet</span><br/>A Tibetan General stands in one of the many briefing rooms under Tibet ""The Chinese think we are weak! That we are close to defeat! They are gravely mistaken! They think we have little to no water, we have more than them! Thanks to our South Korean allies! They have destroyed some tunnels yes, but those tunnels were useless being so weak! Sure they have captured a few thousand of us, but we still have over 200,000 men! Their supply lines are good, but can easily be defeated! They are not used to this terrain! We are! Give us a machine gun and we can block an entire road! Give us a SAM missile and we can keep blocking the roads! TODAY WE STRIKE!!!!"" The man finished his speech and let the crowd cheer for a few moments before continuing ""You have your orders! Now go forth, and defeat those Communist Pigs! LONG LIVE TIBET!!"" The crowd cheered even louder now, chanting the same thing over and over ""LONG LIVE TIBET""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">2 Hours later</span><br/>Across Tibet, 100,000 Rebels appeared from what appeared to be nowhere and struck along each and every Chinese held road. Within hours, the roads were blocked by the mangled remains of the once long and powerful convoys. This battle was not easy, with over 7,500 Tibetans getting killed. SAM missiles streaked across the skies, blowing up the Chinese attack helicopters. MGs ripped into lines of Chinese as they tried to counter attack and RPGs tore into the light armor of supply trucks and Hummvees. 50,000 Tibetans fell back into the tunnels, leaving the others to fight and slow the Chinese.</div></blockquote><br/>""One mistake that was caused by our leader is not using the massive fire power we have fire the M.O.A.Bs!"" 200 M.O.A.Bs streaked across the skies of the Southern China hitting the last quarter of Tibet turning it to ruins in seconds. The people had little to no warning. The Whole range of Southern China united Together against the Communist North and the Independent south. A new fire power was in asia..."
2015,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=675,2014-12-14T19:14:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22799692#p22799692"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22799611#p22799611"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Tibet</span><br/>A Tibetan General stands in one of the many briefing rooms under Tibet ""The Chinese think we are weak! That we are close to defeat! They are gravely mistaken! They think we have little to no water, we have more than them! Thanks to our South Korean allies! They have destroyed some tunnels yes, but those tunnels were useless being so weak! Sure they have captured a few thousand of us, but we still have over 200,000 men! Their supply lines are good, but can easily be defeated! They are not used to this terrain! We are! Give us a machine gun and we can block an entire road! Give us a SAM missile and we can keep blocking the roads! TODAY WE STRIKE!!!!"" The man finished his speech and let the crowd cheer for a few moments before continuing ""You have your orders! Now go forth, and defeat those Communist Pigs! LONG LIVE TIBET!!"" The crowd cheered even louder now, chanting the same thing over and over ""LONG LIVE TIBET""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">2 Hours later</span><br/>Across Tibet, 100,000 Rebels appeared from what appeared to be nowhere and struck along each and every Chinese held road. Within hours, the roads were blocked by the mangled remains of the once long and powerful convoys. This battle was not easy, with over 7,500 Tibetans getting killed. SAM missiles streaked across the skies, blowing up the Chinese attack helicopters. MGs ripped into lines of Chinese as they tried to counter attack and RPGs tore into the light armor of supply trucks and Hummvees. 50,000 Tibetans fell back into the tunnels, leaving the others to fight and slow the Chinese.</div></blockquote><br/>""One mistake that was caused by our leader is not using the massive fire power we have fire the M.O.A.Bs!"" 200 M.O.A.Bs streaked across the skies of the Southern China hitting the last quarter of Tibet turning it to ruins in seconds. The people had little to no warning. The Whole range of Southern China united Together against the Communist North and the Independent south. A new fire power was in asia...</div></blockquote><br/>Almost 500,000 civilians died in seconds with 25,000 Tibetan soldiers. The Chinese supply routes are still controlled by Tibetan forces and the Chinese can not hold out long. Another message was sent out to the world<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: UN, NATO<br/>From: Tibet<br/>CHINA IS DESTROYING TIBET!! M.O.A.Bs have decimated 1/4 of our nation- need help!</blockquote>"
2016,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=675,2014-12-14T19:17:00,The Greater Gambia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Gambian Eastern Military Airfield, The Gambia</span><br/><br/>General Mboge walked into the room Colonel Shin was in. ""I have received word back from Banjul, they say that your soldiers are clear for combat. Currently our troops need support in<br/>Janjanbureh."""
2017,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=675,2014-12-14T19:17:00,Protector Galactics,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22799871#p22799871"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22799692#p22799692"">wrote</a>:</cite>""One mistake that was caused by our leader is not using the massive fire power we have fire the M.O.A.Bs!"" 200 M.O.A.Bs streaked across the skies of the Southern China hitting the last quarter of Tibet turning it to ruins in seconds. The people had little to no warning. The Whole range of Southern China united Together against the Communist North and the Independent south. A new fire power was in asia...</div></blockquote><br/>Almost 500,000 civilians died in seconds with 25,000 Tibetan soldiers. The Chinese supply routes are still controlled by Tibetan forces and the Chinese can not hold out long. Another message was sent out to the world <blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: UN, NATO<br/>From: Tibet<br/>CHINA IS DESTROYING TIBET!! M.O.A.Bs have decimated 1/4 of our nation- need help!</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/>Now Nuclear Weapons started targeting The controlled supply routes of Tibet. Delayette was going mad.<br/><br/>President Xi just got the news that the Southern Provinces suceeded from China and created South China. ""My god they have more men than us..... They claimed nearly all of our Nuclear weapons..... We must react! I want to start attacks in Southern China! We can't let them cause more civilian casualties like this! Get to work! We need to face this new rebellion.."" Anything that was left in North China was being used. The Reserve forces in the North started to react to the south."
2018,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=675,2014-12-14T19:20:00,Protector Galactics,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22799909#p22799909"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Gambian Eastern Military Airfield, The Gambia</span><br/><br/>General Mboge walked into the room Colonel Shin was in. ""I have received word back from Banjul, they say that your soldiers are clear for combat. Currently our troops need support in <br/>Janjanbureh.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Good. Is do you have any news about my home country? I haven't heard what was going on with the war with Tibet."""
2019,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=675,2014-12-14T19:23:00,The Greater Gambia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22799946#p22799946"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22799909#p22799909"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Gambian Eastern Military Airfield, The Gambia</span><br/><br/>General Mboge walked into the room Colonel Shin was in. ""I have received word back from Banjul, they say that your soldiers are clear for combat. Currently our troops need support in <br/>Janjanbureh.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Good. Is do you have any news about my home country? I haven't heard what was going on with the war with Tibet.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""I'm sorry, I haven't. I've been at the frontlines for the past few days, the loyalists have been fighting us tooth and nail for the Market district, not to mention I have reports of hyena's attacking everyone. This is going to be a long war."""
2020,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=675,2014-12-14T19:24:00,Protector Galactics,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22799979#p22799979"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22799946#p22799946"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Good. Is do you have any news about my home country? I haven't heard what was going on with the war with Tibet.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""I'm sorry, I haven't. I've been at the frontlines for the past few days, the loyalists have been fighting us tooth and nail for the Market district, not to mention I have reports of hyena's attacking everyone. This is going to be a long war.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Well lets get to it."" Tanks roll off the Y-20 tranports."
2021,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=675,2014-12-14T19:32:00,Australian Antarctica,"William lay back in his private jet on it's way to Turkey, it had taken a lot of money and work to get this far, but he was safe. Finally he could sleep. He was just nodding off when his phone rang, he shot up and answered it ""Yes??""<br/>""Hello Will"" A man responded<br/>""Director? Why are you calling""<br/>""You have heard about the M.O.A.Bs?""<br/>""What??"" William was surprised<br/>""The Chinese have destroyed most of your southern region. Over 500,000 are dead""<br/>""Oh my-"" William was now stunned and was about to continue when the man cut him off<br/>""You need to get everyone below ground. The Chinese are going to nuke you!""<br/>""Thanks"" Was all Will could say before he hung up and redialed the phone ""General? Code Red...""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Hours later</span></span><br/>The nation seemed empty. Almost every village was abandoned, the roads were empty minus the wrecks. Everyone was gone. Underground was a different story. All surviving Civilians were living underground now. The government from day one, had been expanding the tunnels to house almost every civilian for exactly 3 days. From there they can escape to surrounding nations for safety or face the destroyed world above..."
2022,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=675,2014-12-14T19:35:00,The Greater Gambia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22800004#p22800004"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22799979#p22799979"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""I'm sorry, I haven't. I've been at the frontlines for the past few days, the loyalists have been fighting us tooth and nail for the Market district, not to mention I have reports of hyena's attacking everyone. This is going to be a long war.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Well lets get to it."" Tanks roll off the Y-20 tranports.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Troops and refugee's stare at the tanks in awe, much to the ire of the Gambian tankers. Commander Slonogo drove up in his M60 Patton next to the lead Chinese tank.""If your tanks are so impressive, how about you guys take the lead. Hopefully, that armor can withstand RPG's."""
2023,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=675,2014-12-14T19:41:00,Protector Galactics,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22800116#p22800116"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22800004#p22800004"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Well lets get to it."" Tanks roll off the Y-20 tranports.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Troops and refugee's stare at the tanks in awe, much to the ire of the Gambian tankers. Commander Slonogo drove up in his M60 Patton next to the lead Chinese tank.""If your tanks are so impressive, how about you guys take the lead. Hopefully, that armor can withstand RPG's.""</div></blockquote><br/>""It sure can. Its the most powerful tank in the world."" Captain Ning soon comanded the lead tank headed for the Market district creating amusement to the villigers.<br/><br/>Meanwhile Marquette was unaware of the danger he caused himself. He was on his way to Turkey for the peace meetings to Kill President Xi and King Williams. From his private jet he ordered another barrage of 100 MOABs into the Tibetan military lines killing anybody above ground in a 30 mile radius. ""That should take care of them. We need more of these MOABs to be ready to launch."" Marquette ordered that captured Chinese hackers are to hack the Northern Chinese business shipping. Northern China will collapse causing it to give more provinces to the South which will soon turn into global domination."
2024,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=675,2014-12-14T20:01:00,The Greater Gambia,"Commander Slonogo muddered something in Mandinka and ordered the other tanks to follow the T-90's.<br/><br/>The city could barely be called a city, only a few buildings remained standing due to the tactics of both sides. Hyenas picked at the dead of both sides. One pack that was eating the body of some poor sod, to mangled to be identified saw the tanks rolling by. Instead of running away, they snarled at the tanks.""Fucking hellhounds I say..."" The commander said. ""Keep an eye out for...HOLY SHIT!"" An RPG slammed into the in M60 in the back of the column, blocking them from retreating?""Did anyone see where that came from!?"" the commander yelled."
2025,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=675,2014-12-14T20:02:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22800173#p22800173"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22800116#p22800116"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Troops and refugee's stare at the tanks in awe, much to the ire of the Gambian tankers. Commander Slonogo drove up in his M60 Patton next to the lead Chinese tank.""If your tanks are so impressive, how about you guys take the lead. Hopefully, that armor can withstand RPG's.""</div></blockquote><br/>""It sure can. Its the most powerful tank in the world."" Captain Ning soon comanded the lead tank headed for the Market district creating amusement to the villigers.<br/><br/>Meanwhile Marquette was unaware of the danger he caused himself. He was on his way to Turkey for the peace meetings to Kill President Xi and King Williams. From his private jet he ordered another barrage of 100 MOABs into the Tibetan military lines killing anybody above ground in a 30 mile radius. ""That should take care of them. We need more of these MOABs to be ready to launch."" Marquette ordered that captured Chinese hackers are to hack the Northern Chinese business shipping. Northern China will collapse causing it to give more provinces to the South which will soon turn into global domination.</div></blockquote><br/>The few soldiers on the surface were killed, but mostly Chinese were being affected by the MOABs. With almost the entire population being evacuated to neighboring countries or staying underground."
2026,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=675,2014-12-14T20:07:00,Protector Galactics,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22800379#p22800379"">wrote</a>:</cite>Commander Slonogo muddered something in Mandinka and ordered the other tanks to follow the T-90's. <br/><br/>The city could barely be called a city, only a few buildings remained standing due to the tactics of both sides. Hyenas picked at the dead of both sides. One pack that was eating the body of some poor sod, to mangled to be identified saw the tanks rolling by. Instead of running away, they snarled at the tanks.""Fucking hellhounds I say..."" The commander said. ""Keep an eye out for...HOLY SHIT!"" An RPG slammed into the in M60 in the back of the column, blocking them from retreating?""Did anyone see where that came from!?"" the commander yelled.</div></blockquote><br/>Chinese Machineguns flew a rain of lead into the jungle hearing a scream in the dense rainforest ""Their in the jungle!"""
2027,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=675,2014-12-14T20:11:00,Protector Galactics,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22800391#p22800391"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22800173#p22800173"">wrote</a>:</cite>""It sure can. Its the most powerful tank in the world."" Captain Ning soon comanded the lead tank headed for the Market district creating amusement to the villigers.<br/><br/>Meanwhile Marquette was unaware of the danger he caused himself. He was on his way to Turkey for the peace meetings to Kill President Xi and King Williams. From his private jet he ordered another barrage of 100 MOABs into the Tibetan military lines killing anybody above ground in a 30 mile radius. ""That should take care of them. We need more of these MOABs to be ready to launch."" Marquette ordered that captured Chinese hackers are to hack the Northern Chinese business shipping. Northern China will collapse causing it to give more provinces to the South which will soon turn into global domination.</div></blockquote><br/>The few soldiers on the surface were killed, but mostly Chinese were being affected by the MOABs. With almost the entire population being evacuated to neighboring countries or staying underground.</div></blockquote><br/>Soon the Southern Chinese forces poped up by their side of the tunnels and started to ambush the Tibetan soldiers. Above the hiding Tibetans were the Southern Chinese putting up the Krenzian flag claiming All of Tibet.<br/><br/>In Northern China. President Xi got in his aircraft and headed to Turkey for the peaces talks. His nation was in danger. Nobody would believe him that the rebellion caused the deaths of many... But shortly after he left 50 MOABs destroyed bases in the Southern part of Northern China."
2028,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=675,2014-12-14T20:22:00,The Greater Gambia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22800433#p22800433"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22800379#p22800379"">wrote</a>:</cite>Commander Slonogo muddered something in Mandinka and ordered the other tanks to follow the T-90's. <br/><br/>The city could barely be called a city, only a few buildings remained standing due to the tactics of both sides. Hyenas picked at the dead of both sides. One pack that was eating the body of some poor sod, to mangled to be identified saw the tanks rolling by. Instead of running away, they snarled at the tanks.""Fucking hellhounds I say..."" The commander said. ""Keep an eye out for...HOLY SHIT!"" An RPG slammed into the in M60 in the back of the column, blocking them from retreating?""Did anyone see where that came from!?"" the commander yelled.</div></blockquote><br/>Chinese Machineguns flew a rain of lead into the jungle hearing a scream in the dense rainforest ""Their in the jungle!""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Two AFP soldiers set up an AT-14 on the roof top of an old cafe."" Hit the treads on the lead tank."" A rocket flew from the roof tops, inmobilizing the tank. Two more RPGs flew from the neighboring roof tops taking out another M60. The driver of Slonogo's crew panicked.""WE HAVE TO GET OUT OF HERE!"" He shouted.""GET A HOLD OF YOURSELF AND STOP THE TANK!"" Slonogo shouted, but it was too late, the tank rammed into the T-90 ahead of it, causing both tanks to crash into two buildings. Soldiers came out of what seemed like every nook and cranny. They all charged the lead tank, getting gunned down by it's machine gun until cover fire took it out. They climbed onto the tank and pulled out the crew.""Knock them out!"" The AFP Leader said. ""Karimo has plans for them."""
2029,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=675,2014-12-14T20:30:00,Protector Galactics,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22800618#p22800618"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22800433#p22800433"">wrote</a>:</cite>Chinese Machineguns flew a rain of lead into the jungle hearing a scream in the dense rainforest ""Their in the jungle!""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Two AFP soldiers set up an AT-14 on the roof top of an old cafe."" Hit the treads on the lead tank."" A rocket flew from the roof tops, inmobilizing the tank. Two more RPGs flew from the neighboring roof tops taking out another M60. The driver of Slonogo's crew panicked.""WE HAVE TO GET OUT OF HERE!"" He shouted.""GET A HOLD OF YOURSELF AND STOP THE TANK!"" Slonogo shouted, but it was too late, the tank rammed into the T-90 ahead of it, causing both tanks to crash into two buildings. Soldiers came out of what seemed like every nook and cranny. They all charged the lead tank, getting gunned down by it's machine gun until cover fire took it out. They climbed onto the tank and pulled out the crew.""Knock them out!"" The AFP Leader said. ""Karimo has plans for them.""</div></blockquote><br/>Before the tanks were about to be hijacked Captain Ning pulled the pin off his grenade belt causing a massive explosion. The other tanks retreated and started firing at the force."
2030,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=675,2014-12-14T21:16:00,Republic of Vietnam,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://iiwiki.com/images/thumb/4/4f/118px-Coat_of_arms_of_the_Republic_of_South_Vietnam.svg.png/592px-118px-Coat_of_arms_of_the_Republic_of_South_Vietnam.svg.png""/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 155%; line-height: 116%;"">Việt Nam Cộng Hòa<br/>Republic of Vietnam<br/>Tổ quốc, Danh dự, Trách nhiệm</span></span></span></div><br/><hr/><br/>Ever since the 1961 Communist Insurgency in Vietnam and the Sino-Vietnamese War of 1964, Vietnam has spend a lot of its budget on it military, to create an efficient force capable to hold back it hostile northern neighbor and to deploy forces around the Oriental Asia region. Many small border skirmishes occurred in later years between the People Republic of China and Vietnam. However, the most notable skirmishes were for the Paracel and Spratly Islands in the East Sea(South China Sea).<br/><br/>The situation in 1970s was not good. Peace was established with China after the Delhi Conference with India as the mediator, however The Khmer Republic and the Kingdom of Laos had fallen to the Khmer Rouge and Pathet Laos respectively. Communism was spreading rapidly throughout Southeast Asia, as feared by President Eisenhower Domino Theory. With it eastern neighbors falling to communism, leaving Vietnam surrounded by communist nations. Leaders at the time refused to intervene, fearing China will retaliate if an assault on Cambodia and Laos was ordered. Vietnam did not have the capability to efficiently strike back and defend itself. However, when the Khmer Rouge began to cross into Vietnamese villages and committing massacres, Vietnamese across the globe were outraged. Anti-communist and Pro-War rallies were held. National Assembly demanded invasion against the Khmer Rouge. With the attack on Long Xuyên which was successfully repelled by the 7th Division of the IV Corp, President Nguyễn Văn Thiệu ordered the full scale invasion of Cambodia.<br/><br/>On 23 May, 1976, the first of the Vietnamese forces arrived. Vietnamese M48 Patton Main Battle Tanks of the 18 Division crossed the Cambodian-Vietnamese Border, under the command of Brigadier General Trần Quang Khôi. They were later followed by the 18th Division main forces, under the command of Major General Lê Minh Đảo. It was during this war that the CDC-17, the first indigenous built Vietnamese fighter jet was introduced. During this war, the Vietnamese forces had completely superiority over the air and sea. With air support and heavy artillery support, many of the battles against the Khmer Rouge were victory. After a 3 year war, Phnom Penh fell to Vietnamese forces on 12 April 1979. Pol Pot was captured by the Vietnamese Biệt Động Quân(Vietnamese Rangers) while trying to flee the country. He was trialed by the International Court of Justice, and was executed on charges of mass genocide. Vietnamese forces occupied Cambodia for 9 years, reinstating the Khmer Republic and helped rebuild the war-torn country. The last of the Vietnamese forces left in 1988. The Khmer Republic joined the UN in 1990.<br/><br/>Soon after the beginning of the Vietnam Invasion on Cambodia, a war with Pathet Laos soon followed. Victory was easily achived, as Laos lacked military power. Laos was dependent on it neighbor Cambodia and China, and with Cambodia falling and China refusing to intervene, Pathet Laos was a dead cause. Laos lacked a large or efficient air force, and their best aircrafts, the MiG-21s were destroyed early in the war, either by bombing operations on their airports or shot down by Vietnamese fighter pilots. This war lasted 2 years, and with Vientiane falling to Vietnamese forces, another Republic was established in Laos. These Indochina wars added to the reputations of the Vietnamese soldiers, a fierce hatred of communism and imperialism.<br/><br/>However, during these two wars, China multiple times demanded Vietnam to leave these two countries and threatened military intervention. The PRC have condemned Vietnam and wrote Security Council Resolutions to remove Vietnam from Cambodia and Laos with force and install a UN Peacekeeping force in Cambodia. However, these resolutions were vetoed by the United States and the United Kingdom. China installed sanctions on Vietnamese goods and kept a large threatening military force by the Sino-Vietnamese border.<br/><br/>During the years after 1976, Vietnam's economy rise sharply. Trường Hải and Long Thành Motor Company began to compete against South Korean and Japanese auto companies. Companies like Trung Nguyên began exporting Vietnamese coffee. Major Banking Company were formed, most notably Orient Commercial Joint Stock Bank and Asia Commercial Bank, which opened international branches. The computer software company Delta was formed. Petrovietnam began exploration operations and oil drilling in the Pacific heavily. AeroViet, the Vietnamese aircraft company, began selling aircraft internationally and setting up production plants in countries like Algeria, Morocco, Thailand, Myanmar, Malaysia, Cambodia, and Greece. Air Vietnam began to serve more destinations in Europe, the Middle East, North America, and South America, increase it fleet in numbers, and also increase it massive network in Asia. Major international corporation began to invest heavily in the Vietnamese economy. Rural towns became large cities and former major cities became metropolitan areas. Skyscrapers were built in numbers and the tourism rate to Vietnam increased. There were many job opening in Vietnam at that time, with companies being born everyday. Living standards of the Vietnamese people grew, with the HDI and GDP rate. It began a new time of prosperity in Vietnam. Vietnam served a term in the United Nations Security Council three times, once in 1984, another in 1996, and the latest in 2008. It is planned to be a UN Security Council member for the 2019 term with India.<br/><br/>However, in the East Sea was another matter. Naval skirmishes between the Chinese and Vietnamese navies were common. Vietnamese fishing vessels were attacked, and the Vietnamese navy retaliated by seizing Chinese vessels intruding it waters, regardless of military or civilian. With these everyday skirmishes, Vietnam began heavily building up it naval forces. It bought 5 Kidd-class destroyer from the US navy, modified it and renamed it as the Nguyễn Viết Thanh-class frigates. 8 Knox-class frigate were also acquired, which was later modified and renamed as the Trần Văn Chơn-class frigates. They were modernized in the 2000s, under Hùng Đức Thuần's Naval Defense Plan. They still remain in active service as of 2016. The Casco-class frigates that have served with the Vietnamese Navy since the 70s were retired in the mid 80s. All were preserved as museum ships. The Edsall-class destroyer escort were also decommisioned and preserved as museum ships after the acquiring of the Kidd class. The Edsall-class ships are located in Cam Ranh Bay and Hai Phong, where the two ships were stationed during the Sino-Vietnamese War. Within the 80s, many of the Vietnamese naval ships from the wars were decommissioned. Most were scrapped, but some were preserved as museum ships to remember the valor of the Vietnamese naval personals during the Sino-Vietnamese War. Other were sold to Cambodia or the Philippines. Homebuilt naval vessels replaced them, to create a powerful modern naval force. The Vietnamese government secured a deal with the US, allowing Vietnam to licence built the Oliver Hazard Perry-class frigate. It was named the Trần Văn Hai-class frigates and 10 were ordered. They were modernized in 2010. Soon after that, the Vietnamese Navy acquired their first home built and designed naval vessels. They were the<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-87RRtMarNY8/Ts31FII0cMI/AAAAAAAACOs/1yMsOppTCX0/s1600/bangladesh+navy+corvette.gif"" rel=""nofollow"">Trần Văn Chơn</a>-class corvette and 18 were ordered. In the 1990s, 8<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://www.shoutwiki.com/w/images/canadianpower/2/28/Calgary-class_Guided_Missile_Frigate.gif"" rel=""nofollow"">Phạm Ngũ Lão</a>-class frigates were built, increasing the Vietnamese navy size and capabilities. Soon following the Phạm Ngũ Lão-class, 14<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://www.shoutwiki.com/w/images/canadianpower/9/92/Province-class_Guided_Missile_Destroyer.gif"" rel=""nofollow"">Lâm Đồng</a>-class destroyer were built for the Vietnamese navy, adding to the Vietnamese navy firepower. In 2001, 2<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://www.shoutwiki.com/w/images/canadianpower/2/25/Vimy_Ridge-class_Amphibious_Assault_Ship.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Saigon</a>-class Amphibious Assault Ship were ordered. By 2005, they were completed and commissioned, allowing the Vietnamese Navy to do operations in the Middle East. Another one of the Saigon-class was ordered and is expected to be completed in March 2016. With the lack of submarines in it naval power, Vietnamese naval shipbuilder were ordered to design submarines. The result was the<a class=""postlink"" href=""https://encrypted-tbn3.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcTXH1yAJ4uYW7E-XFqUHWdzRiNgME0hQyobqXUU_WN8YN3GRQYf"" rel=""nofollow"">Hải Phòng</a>-class submarines, which added global strike capability to the navy. As Vietnam has many rivers and large deltas, the Vietnamese Naval Riverine Command ordered 34 Hàm Tử-class attack crafts. Due the effectiveness of these during operations, The Vietnamese Navy ordered 22 Hàm Tử C-class attack crafts, modified to patrol in areas as far as the Paracel and Spratly Islands if necessary. The Vietnamese Navy also has 25 TT-400TP Patrol Boats, to patrol in rivers or coastal zones. These crafts are to replace the outdated Patrol Boats of the Vietnamese Navy.<br/><br/>The Army of Republic of Vietnam grew after the Sino-Vietnamese war. First off, the government asked for reproduction rights for the M48 and M60 Pattons of the United States. As seen during the war, Vietnamese Tank Units were outgunned when fighting against the Chinese Type 59 until were supplied with M48 Pattons. M60 were supplied in small numbers in 1972, near the end of the war. The M60 were called the Roaring Tiger because of it strength against the Chinese forces. By 1972, most Vietnamese troops were armed with the M16A1. During President Le Minh Dao's Presidency, the ST-89 Assault Rifle was brought into service to replace all M16s in service. It was replaced in 2006 with the ST-56 as the standard issue rifle. The SL-1 Semi-Automatic Pistol is still the Standard Sidearm, however, is projected to be replace by April 2016. In 1985, the XT-35, a Vietnamese MBT was brought to service as the primary Battle Tank of Vietnam and was to replace the M41s and M48 tanks. The M48s and M41s were brought into storage, some sold to Taiwan, Philippines, Laos, Cambodia, etc. In 2010, the XT-65 MBT was brought into service to replace the remaining M60 MBTs in service. These M60s are still in reserve, but is open for selling to foreign countries. To replace the M151 Light Utility Vehicles, XJ-21 Light Utilty Vehicles took over its place. As the Humvee use was widespread, XBTL-3 came in as the Vietnamese own 4x4 tactical vehicles. Artillery Pieces were retired with Vietnamese-made Artillery Pieces. By 2000, the Vietnamese Army was self-sufficient.<br/><br/>The air force underwent rapid changes. MD 315 Flamant, T-28s, C-47s, O-1s, T-6s, and various other aircraft were deemed outdated and retired right away. The A-1 Skyraiders, an aircraft with an extensive history with the VNAF were also retired, to be replaced by the TC-24s. The air force acquired a new fighter aircraft, the CDC-21, which replaced the F-5s in service. These F-5s were sold away at a cheap price to other countries. In 1986, the CDC-21 was brought into service to replace other old fighter jets of the VNAF. During Hùng Đức Thuần's term, he struck a deal with the US government, allowing Vietnam to buy and produced under license the F-15 as the CDC-27.<br/><br/>Soon after President Hùng Đức Thuần's term, Minh Quân Thanh, candidate of the Việt Nam Quốc Dân Đảng Party was elected to become president. Thus beginning a new phase for Vietnam in world politics...<br/><hr/><br/><br/>President Minh Quân Thanh just looked at the reports. ""Gambia Loyalists, Johnathan, Tibet Invaded by PRC...Really? I thought they hammered out a peace treaty a few weeks ago. What this?"" he opened up a dossier about Italy. ""Syndicalist Italy now? This is new."" A sudden knock on his door could be heard. The Minster of Defense walked in. ""Good Morning, President. I need you to do a few things, including signing the new military bill."" He looked at the proposal.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://iiwiki.com/images/e/e2/ARVN_Cap_Badge_for_Captains_%26_Colonels.svg.png""/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-size: 125%; line-height: 116%;"">Republic of Vietnam Military Forces Orders for Early 2016</span></span></span></div><br/><br/>Due to the increase of tensions in world politics, the government shall increase the annual military budget from 36 billion to 46 billion USD. For the Early 2016 acquisition proposal, we order the following for all 3 branches.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Army of Republic of Vietnam</span></span><br/><ul><li>Order of 50 more MBTL-25 for Artillery Corp</li><li>Order of 70 XBTL-21 IFVs to replace some of the XBTL-37C</li><li>Order of 10 more C-34 for Artillery Corp</li><li>32 more XBTL-3 4x4 tactical vehicles</li><li>Upgrades of XJ-21 Light Utility Vehicle</li></ul><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Vietnam Air Force</span><br/><ul><li>Buying of 60 F-35s from the United States for Saigon-class Amphibious Assault Ship</li><li>Order of 30 CDC-27</li><li>Research into a Close Air Support Attack Aircraft</li><li>Upgrades for CDC-21s</li><li>Order of 12 P-8 Poseidon</li><li>Order of 5 C-17s</li><li>Order of 10 KC-135</li><li>Order of 2 KC-10</li><li>Order of 15 V-22 ""Ospreys""</li></ul><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Vietnamese Navy</span><br/><ul><li>Order of 24 Hàm Tử-class attack crafts</li><li>Order of 5 TT-400TP Patrol Boats</li><li>""Blue Dragon"" Upgrade Package for Kidd and Knox-class naval ships</li><li>Acquisition of 10 Los Angeles-class submarines from US Navy</li><li>Funding for r/d for a new frigate class</li><li>Funding for r/d for a new corvette class</li><li>Acquisition of USS John F. Kennedy (CV-67)</li></ul></blockquote><br/><br/>Thanh got out his pen and signed the proposal. The Minster took it away and spoke, ""Thank you, President."" He walked out of the room. Thanh looked at the information regarding the international crises and began to write an urgent letter.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://iiwiki.com/images/e/e2/ARVN_Cap_Badge_for_Captains_%26_Colonels.svg.png""/></div><br/>From: President Minh Quân Thanh of the Vietnamese Republic<br/>To: Our American Allies<br/>Encryption: Extreme<br/><br/>Since the establishment of our nation, the American people have always been there to help us. You helped us fight the Japanese, the Chinese during the Sino-Vietnamese War, and have brought our nation this far. Our military is one of the best thanks to American advisers.<br/><br/>America left Vietnam after the Cold War. You gave our bases back to us, as there is no longer a great threat to our nation. The 1975 Military Cooperation Agreement states that in time of crises, both military shall assist each other. The recent invasion committed by the Chinese on Tibet greatly worries our nation. Further more, the use of Chemicals Weapons and Nukes by the Chinese against the Tibetan(civilians and military) greatly shock us. Plus, the blatant act of Chinese military operation on Indian soil breaks International sovereignty. The US acts against the Chinese are not enough. We realize that China wants to challenge the US to become a superpower, which the US will not allow to happen. We would like to open our bases back to American use to threaten the Chinese military ambitions. <br/> <br/>Secondly, we would like to acquire some US aircraft and naval vessels. Firstly, you may have heard about the Saigon-class Amphibious Assault Ships, which has aircraft carrier capability. As an influential Asian ally, we would like to purchase some F-35s like our Japanese and South Korean counterparts. We would like to order 60. You name the price. Secondly, we would like to purchase 12 P-8 Poseidon. This is to patrol our waters more efficiently as there is an increase of Chinese activities in our waters. Next, we would like to buy 5 C-17s, 10 KC-135, and 2 KC-10 to increase our logistic forces and capability. Last of all, along with the F-35s for the Saigon-class we woud like to buy 15 V-22s. These would increase our capability on these ships. We would like to acquire 15 Los Angeles-class attack submarines and USS John F. Kennedy (CV-67) from US Navy. With our first submarines in service in the 1990s, the Hai-Phong class have been patrolling our waters very efficiently. However, the PRC navy has a massive fleet of submarines. Our submarines would not be able to fight them due to the sheer number. That is why we would like to buy the Los Angeles-class. This acquisition will add to the strength of the Vietnamese navy and greatly allow us to challenge the PLAN's submarine fleet in our waters. However, we would like the propulsion to be changed to be Diesel-electric. Lately, the Liaoning has been seen near our waters, threateningly waiting. We would like to counter this with the purchase of the John F Kennedy. This will allow us to operate easily internationally and be equal to the Chinese Navy in the event of a war.<br/><br/>Lastly, we would like to have regular naval exercises with the US Navy in the Southeast China Sea. This will give both of our navy more experience. However, this will also show the Chinese not to mess with our two navy and teach them who is more powerful. This will also help us show defiance against the Chinese Navy and their ridiculous claims over international waters. I hope to get a quick response. <br/><br/>Sincerely,<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">President Minh Quân Thanh</span><br/>Your long time Vietnamese Ally</blockquote>"
2031,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=675,2014-12-14T21:33:00,The Greater Gambia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22800720#p22800720"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22800618#p22800618"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Two AFP soldiers set up an AT-14 on the roof top of an old cafe."" Hit the treads on the lead tank."" A rocket flew from the roof tops, inmobilizing the tank. Two more RPGs flew from the neighboring roof tops taking out another M60. The driver of Slonogo's crew panicked.""WE HAVE TO GET OUT OF HERE!"" He shouted.""GET A HOLD OF YOURSELF AND STOP THE TANK!"" Slonogo shouted, but it was too late, the tank rammed into the T-90 ahead of it, causing both tanks to crash into two buildings. Soldiers came out of what seemed like every nook and cranny. They all charged the lead tank, getting gunned down by it's machine gun until cover fire took it out. They climbed onto the tank and pulled out the crew.""Knock them out!"" The AFP Leader said. ""Karimo has plans for them.""</div></blockquote><br/>Before the tanks were about to be hijacked Captain Ning pulled the pin off his grenade belt causing a massive explosion. The other tanks retreated and started firing at the force.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>With their paths blocked and most of the tanks destroyed, the crew of the second T-90 were easy pickings for the AFP men as they swarmed the tank. The crew members tried to fight back, tried to detonate their grenades, but they were knocked out before they could. When they regained consciousness. The tankers were in Jenba village, tied up and their weapons removed. They noticed they had ropes around their necks. A man began to speak.<br/><br/><br/>""Glorious Tibetan freedom fighters. You have the support of the AFP, to show this to you, we will kill these Chinese tankers, they were here, aiding your so-called allies in their fight against us.""<br/><br/>The man speaking was none other than Karimo Sabamye. The leader of the African Freedom Party. Karimo turned to the men.""Say hello to Tourey for me in hell."" He pulled the lever. causing the floor to fall from beneath the Chinese Tanker's feet. They were dead within minutes.<br/><br/><br/>The video and pictures of the hanging of the tankers were posted all over the internet."
2032,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=675,2014-12-14T22:21:00,Pimps Inc,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22793362#p22793362"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22785801#p22785801"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Juarez peeked through the grimy glass of the scope.It takes him a few seconds to look around then he finds the river.One part was thick with blood and flesh.Most likely an unlucky soldier but too late to identify now.That gave him an idea....<br/><br/>""What do crocs like to eat?Anything or is there something specific they crave?They might prove useful to us.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""They'll eat anything, but the only animals brave or stupid enough to stick around here have been baboons and Hyeans. Mean little fuckers, all of them. What do you have in mind?""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">GAF Western Base, Staging point</span><br/><br/>General Mendy looked over maps of the region with the Colonel.""The offensive will start in a few days. The plan is to send a detachment of soldiers down river under the cover of night. Their mission will be to establish a pocket of resistance that will draw the loyalists in from here and Janjanbureh, After we have confirmation that the loyalists have begun their counter attack on that area. Both fronts of our troops will push into the Central River LGA, ending this war once and for all. Civilian casualties will be very few. Most of the population either fled or joined the loyalists, we don't know how many ethnic minorities are left in the LGA, The loyalists launched am ethnic cleansing campaign, the only ones spared are Mandinka. As of our last intel, there is major area of civilians."" Mendy points to a small area on the map. ""These three villages all decided not to evacuate and instead decided to fight back. We don't know if they're still fighting or if they were all killed.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""I was thinking of using bait to lure them to the enemy.Maybe cause them to charge at the Loyalists.We could get a car full of flesh,any time of flesh,and send it barreling across the river.Once the crocodiles are gone,hopefully the enemy will be in disarray.I could also get my jet to crash into the enemy......."""
2033,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=675,2014-12-14T22:26:00,The Greater Gambia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22801747#p22801747"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22793362#p22793362"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""They'll eat anything, but the only animals brave or stupid enough to stick around here have been baboons and Hyeans. Mean little fuckers, all of them. What do you have in mind?""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">GAF Western Base, Staging point</span><br/><br/>General Mendy looked over maps of the region with the Colonel.""The offensive will start in a few days. The plan is to send a detachment of soldiers down river under the cover of night. Their mission will be to establish a pocket of resistance that will draw the loyalists in from here and Janjanbureh, After we have confirmation that the loyalists have begun their counter attack on that area. Both fronts of our troops will push into the Central River LGA, ending this war once and for all. Civilian casualties will be very few. Most of the population either fled or joined the loyalists, we don't know how many ethnic minorities are left in the LGA, The loyalists launched am ethnic cleansing campaign, the only ones spared are Mandinka. As of our last intel, there is major area of civilians."" Mendy points to a small area on the map. ""These three villages all decided not to evacuate and instead decided to fight back. We don't know if they're still fighting or if they were all killed.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""I was thinking of using bait to lure them to the enemy.Maybe cause them to charge at the Loyalists.We could get a car full of flesh,any time of flesh,and send it barreling across the river.Once the crocodiles are gone,hopefully the enemy will be in disarray.I could also get my jet to crash into the enemy.......""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>gunfire broke out on the streets below. The Loyalists were back, now with a vengeance. Just than a snipers bullet grazed Maliks cheek, barely penetrating, but enough to leave a scare."" Get down!"" He yelled. Amat ran up and grabbed the sniper rifle from Juarez, trying to find the location of the enemy sniper."
2034,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=675,2014-12-14T22:36:00,Pimps Inc,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22801781#p22801781"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22801747#p22801747"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""I was thinking of using bait to lure them to the enemy.Maybe cause them to charge at the Loyalists.We could get a car full of flesh,any time of flesh,and send it barreling across the river.Once the crocodiles are gone,hopefully the enemy will be in disarray.I could also get my jet to crash into the enemy.......""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>gunfire broke out on the streets below. The Loyalists were back, now with a vengeance. Just than a snipers bullet grazed Maliks cheek, barely penetrating, but enough to leave a scare."" Get down!"" He yelled. Amat ran up and grabbed the sniper rifle from Juarez, trying to find the location of the enemy sniper.</div></blockquote><br/>Juarez pulled out a grenade and flung it at a building,shattering the window before turning the inside into a fireball.A man with an RPG appeared and aimed,Juarez aimed back.The rocket was propelled at Juarez.He fired his M1911 twice and hit the rocket in the nose,detonating it and obliterating the gunner and 3 men around him.Another bullet was heard and hit Juarez gun,causing him to drop it.Another round hit a Mexican soldier in the leg.Juarez took his assault rifle as the man was being taken away.<br/><br/>""Who the hell trained these fuckers?They sure as hell have better aim than me...."""
2035,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=675,2014-12-14T22:40:00,The Greater Gambia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22801840#p22801840"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22801781#p22801781"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>gunfire broke out on the streets below. The Loyalists were back, now with a vengeance. Just than a snipers bullet grazed Maliks cheek, barely penetrating, but enough to leave a scare."" Get down!"" He yelled. Amat ran up and grabbed the sniper rifle from Juarez, trying to find the location of the enemy sniper.</div></blockquote><br/>Juarez pulled out a grenade and flung it at a building,shattering the window before turning the inside into a fireball.A man with an RPG appeared and aimed,Juarez aimed back.The rocket was propelled at Juarez.He fired his M1911 twice and hit the rocket in the nose,detonating it and obliterating the gunner and 3 men around him.Another bullet was heard and hit Juarez gun,causing him to drop it.Another round hit a Mexican soldier in the leg.Juarez took his assault rifle as the man was being taken away.<br/><br/>""Who the hell trained these fuckers?They sure as hell have better aim than me....""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Jhonothan Bell."" Bai said at last.""Bastard killed my last captain and one of my team mates."" Amat found the sniper and shoots.""I heard that he cut little Gabbies throat, Bastard."""
2036,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=675,2014-12-14T22:46:00,Pimps Inc,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22801874#p22801874"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22801840#p22801840"">wrote</a>:</cite>Juarez pulled out a grenade and flung it at a building,shattering the window before turning the inside into a fireball.A man with an RPG appeared and aimed,Juarez aimed back.The rocket was propelled at Juarez.He fired his M1911 twice and hit the rocket in the nose,detonating it and obliterating the gunner and 3 men around him.Another bullet was heard and hit Juarez gun,causing him to drop it.Another round hit a Mexican soldier in the leg.Juarez took his assault rifle as the man was being taken away.<br/><br/>""Who the hell trained these fuckers?They sure as hell have better aim than me....""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Jhonothan Bell."" Bai said at last.""Bastard killed my last captain and one of my team mates."" Amat found the sniper and shoots.""I heard that he cut little Gabbies throat, Bastard.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Irish terrorist?That guy in Russia or whatever?Met him once.....he blew up a frigate I was on.Was he the guy who stole the Mexican weapons?""<br/><br/>Juarez fired his FX-05 at a barricade with Loyalists behind it.One was hit in the chest and died instantly.Juarez fired his remaining bullets in his M1911 and then threw his cartridge at a rushing man,knocking him out."
2037,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=700,2014-12-14T22:53:00,The Greater Gambia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22801920#p22801920"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22801874#p22801874"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""Jhonothan Bell."" Bai said at last.""Bastard killed my last captain and one of my team mates."" Amat found the sniper and shoots.""I heard that he cut little Gabbies throat, Bastard.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Irish terrorist?That guy in Russia or whatever?Met him once.....he blew up a frigate I was on.Was he the guy who stole the Mexican weapons?""<br/><br/>Juarez fired his FX-05 at a barricade with Loyalists behind it.One was hit in the chest and died instantly.Juarez fired his remaining bullets in his M1911 and then threw his cartridge at a rushing man,knocking him out.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""the very same."" Malik said.""Looks like all of us have a score to settle. He blew up your ship, he killed our friends."" A Loyalist shoots an RPG at the building, the building shakes.""I suggest we get off this building."" Lamin says. The 6 men make their way out of the building. On their way, another RPG hits the building causing one of the stairs to fall from under Bai, dropping him 20 feet, he is dead when he hits the ground."
2038,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=700,2014-12-14T23:24:00,Pimps Inc,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22801965#p22801965"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22801920#p22801920"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""Irish terrorist?That guy in Russia or whatever?Met him once.....he blew up a frigate I was on.Was he the guy who stole the Mexican weapons?""<br/><br/>Juarez fired his FX-05 at a barricade with Loyalists behind it.One was hit in the chest and died instantly.Juarez fired his remaining bullets in his M1911 and then threw his cartridge at a rushing man,knocking him out.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""the very same."" Malik said.""Looks like all of us have a score to settle. He blew up your ship, he killed our friends."" A Loyalist shoots an RPG at the building, the building shakes.""I suggest we get off this building."" Lamin says. The 6 men make their way out of the building. On their way, another RPG hits the building causing one of the stairs to fall from under Bai, dropping him 20 feet, he is dead when he hits the ground.</div></blockquote><br/>Juarez sprained his left wrist on the way down by a piece of shrapnel.He got up and coughed for several minutes.<br/><br/>""What now,Cap?"""
2039,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=700,2014-12-14T23:28:00,The Greater Gambia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22802108#p22802108"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22801965#p22801965"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""the very same."" Malik said.""Looks like all of us have a score to settle. He blew up your ship, he killed our friends."" A Loyalist shoots an RPG at the building, the building shakes.""I suggest we get off this building."" Lamin says. The 6 men make their way out of the building. On their way, another RPG hits the building causing one of the stairs to fall from under Bai, dropping him 20 feet, he is dead when he hits the ground.</div></blockquote><br/>Juarez sprained his left wrist on the way down by a piece of shrapnel.He got up and coughed for several minutes.<br/><br/>""What now,Cap?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The plan, is to get you...and him"" Malik looks at Bai's dead body.""Back to the airfield. There we can get that shrapnel out of you and get a boat and cross the river."""
2040,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=700,2014-12-14T23:31:00,Pimps Inc,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22802134#p22802134"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22802108#p22802108"">wrote</a>:</cite>Juarez sprained his left wrist on the way down by a piece of shrapnel.He got up and coughed for several minutes.<br/><br/>""What now,Cap?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The plan, is to get you...and him"" Malik looks at Bai's dead body.""Back to the airfield. There we can get that shrapnel out of you and get a boat and cross the river.""</div></blockquote><br/>""I'm fine.Just some metal.""<br/><br/>Before firing his gun at a man with a pitchfork.The recoil of the gun makes his wrist shudder and he yells in pain.<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Puta Madre!</span>"""
2041,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=700,2014-12-14T23:42:00,The Greater Gambia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22802145#p22802145"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22802134#p22802134"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>The plan, is to get you...and him"" Malik looks at Bai's dead body.""Back to the airfield. There we can get that shrapnel out of you and get a boat and cross the river.""</div></blockquote><br/>""I'm fine.Just some metal.""<br/><br/>Before firing his gun at a man with a pitchfork.The recoil of the gun makes his wrist shudder and he yells in pain.<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Puta Madre!</span>""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""That doesn't sound like you're fine."" Lamin said. Malik sighed.""imagine if you're in a firefight. How will you be able to fire at multiple enemies with that hand<br/>?"""
2042,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=700,2014-12-14T23:45:00,Licata,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kargintina <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22795064#p22795064"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Pristina, Kosovo</span><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""To Italy""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/7/78/Australian_Coat_of_Arms.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/>From: Tony Abbott, Prime Minister of The Commonwealth of Australia<br/>To: Syndicates of Italy<br/>With the growing in the Balkans and your largest trade partner at risk we know that you would want to be involved, and with the possibility of war between Albania and Serbia over Kosovo we believe that you should come to the conference in Canberra. Serbia and Albania have both been invited and we believe a peaceful solution can be found.</blockquote></div></div></div><br/></div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""color: red"">Top Secret</span></span><br/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://oi44.tinypic.com/2qst36e.jpg""/></div><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">""Syndicate for ever!""</span></span></span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">To the Government of Australia</span></span>,<br/><br/>We will send a delegation of twenty, eighteen will be guards two diplomats. Know that their safety is your responsibility, failure to protect them will increase the chance of conflict, be it by arms, coin, or pen.<br/><br/>Also, Italy is Serbia's largest trade partner, not the other way around. <br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Giovanni Messe, Grand marshal of The United Syndicates of Italy</span></span></blockquote>"
2043,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=700,2014-12-15T05:15:00,Australian Antarctica,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Istanbul, Turkey</span></span><br/>William Aniston paced around the room, he had been up for over 60 hours straight now and was only awake thanks to about 5 Gallons of Coffee. Right now he had to address the Chinese destroying his nation.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Dammit! Why the hell would they destroy us if they are trying to recapture us?? </span>then an aide stepped in and interrupted his thoughts ""Sir, you may want to read this"" he handed William a news paper, it's headline read<span style=""font-weight: bold"">CHINESE CIVIL WAR</span>William smiled as he read the article ""So, the Chinese have begun to fight each other, well, this could play to our advantage. Send a message to the Northern Government""<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">TO: Northern China<br/>From: Tibet<br/>URGENT<br/>Encryption: HIGH<br/>I am going to be blunt, the world hates you. You tried to destroy my nation and cause nuclear meltdowns. You sent men into India to kill me. You leveled a city and killed over 200,000 people and then leveled 1/4 of my country. I realize the last action was not your doing, but the rebels in the south. That does not matter to the rest of the world, they view it as Chinese killing civilians, nothing more, nothing less. You need all of the help you can get, so I propose and alliance. Yes, an Alliance. As you have seen, we can defeat much larger armies easily, you cannot. You fight your wars directly, we fight ours with hit-and-runs. Consider this before you turn me down<br/> -William Aniston</blockquote>"
2044,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=700,2014-12-15T08:31:00,Of The Rnclave,"<blockquote><div><cite>Republic of Vietnam <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22801108#p22801108"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><hr/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center"">(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://iiwiki.com/images/e/e2/ARVN_Cap_Badge_for_Captains_%26_Colonels.svg.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div><br/>From: President Minh Quân Thanh of the Vietnamese Republic<br/>To: Our American Allies<br/>Encryption: Extreme<br/><br/>Since the establishment of our nation, the American people have always been there to help us. You helped us fight the Japanese, the Chinese during the Sino-Vietnamese War, and have brought our nation this far. Our military is one of the best thanks to American advisers.<br/><br/>America left Vietnam after the Cold War. You gave our bases back to us, as there is no longer a great threat to our nation. The 1975 Military Cooperation Agreement states that in time of crises, both military shall assist each other. The recent invasion committed by the Chinese on Tibet greatly worries our nation. Further more, the use of Chemicals Weapons and Nukes by the Chinese against the Tibetan(civilians and military) greatly shock us. Plus, the blatant act of Chinese military operation on Indian soil breaks International sovereignty. The US acts against the Chinese are not enough. We realize that China wants to challenge the US to become a superpower, which the US will not allow to happen. We would like to open our bases back to American use to threaten the Chinese military ambitions. <br/> <br/>Secondly, we would like to acquire some US aircraft and naval vessels. Firstly, you may have heard about the Saigon-class Amphibious Assault Ships, which has aircraft carrier capability. As an influential Asian ally, we would like to purchase some F-35s like our Japanese and South Korean counterparts. We would like to order 60. You name the price. Secondly, we would like to purchase 12 P-8 Poseidon. This is to patrol our waters more efficiently as there is an increase of Chinese activities in our waters. Next, we would like to buy 5 C-17s, 10 KC-135, and 2 KC-10 to increase our logistic forces and capability. Last of all, along with the F-35s for the Saigon-class we woud like to buy 15 V-22s. These would increase our capability on these ships. We would like to acquire 15 Los Angeles-class attack submarines and USS John F. Kennedy (CV-67) from US Navy. With our first submarines in service in the 1990s, the Hai-Phong class have been patrolling our waters very efficiently. However, the PRC navy has a massive fleet of submarines. Our submarines would not be able to fight them due to the sheer number. That is why we would like to buy the Los Angeles-class. This acquisition will add to the strength of the Vietnamese navy and greatly allow us to challenge the PLAN's submarine fleet in our waters. However, we would like the propulsion to be changed to be Diesel-electric. Lately, the Liaoning has been seen near our waters, threateningly waiting. We would like to counter this with the purchase of the John F Kennedy. This will allow us to operate easily internationally and be equal to the Chinese Navy in the event of a war.<br/><br/>Lastly, we would like to have regular naval exercises with the US Navy in the Southeast China Sea. This will give both of our navy more experience. However, this will also show the Chinese not to mess with our two navy and teach them who is more powerful. This will also help us show defiance against the Chinese Navy and their ridiculous claims over international waters. I hope to get a quick response. <br/><br/>Sincerely,<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">President Minh Quân Thanh</span><br/>Your long time Vietnamese Ally</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To- The Republic of Vietnam<br/>United States of America<br/><br/>We will gladly fulfill these requisitions you wish to obtain, due to the fact that your nation has, and will prove to be an effective Counter balance to China. These things considered, you must be able to strike at China, should the need arise, with force and efficiency. <br/><br/>Here is the requisitions we plan to send you-<br/><br/>70- F-35's<br/>12- P-8 Poseidon's<br/> 5- C-17s <br/>10- KC-135 <br/>2- KC-10<br/>15- V-22's<br/>15- Los Angleas Class Submarines<br/>USS John F. Kennedy( Diesel Electric )<br/>100 Gunner Modified Joint Light Tactical Vehicles<br/><br/>These Requisitions should effectively help further your abilities as a counter balance, as well we would like to give you the reproduction rights to he M1A3 Abrams, our newest Tank, hopefully this will further update your armament. You will also notice we are shipping our replacement for the Humvees, hopefully these will prove useful to you, if not, we may work out a deal to sell you our mothballed Humvees, which have been completely replaced by the JLTV and the MRAP.<br/><br/>President Barack Ibama</blockquote>"
2045,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=700,2014-12-15T08:55:00,Of The Rnclave,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">MEGA CITY</span></span><br/><br/>The rebuilding of Detroit completed, roads repaved, empty houses bulldozed, streets, yards, and business districts cleaned of trash and fixed, or set to be. Detroit in just a month and a half as soared to become the richest city in the USA ( mind I said richest ) the large amounts of Federal funds constantly flowing into the city to rebuild it, and the high amount of Federal law enforcement stationed there, has drastically improved the value of life in the city, and reduced the crime rate. The Mega city itself, a massive sprawling 4 skyscrapers originally, has been expanded to a half oval of six. The entirety of the Mega city will be 2 and a half miles wide and long, a sprawling Metropolis. The floor plans for the system have been layed out, the whole area having been bulldozed and marked out.<br/><br/>The idea of the Mega city, is in idea, a city, in a set of buildings. Within each buildings are such things as, housing, resort areas, hospitals, businesses, several schools and other such things. No bases of the skyscrapers have been set yet, but the ground. Work, such as the area where they will be built, has been layed out.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">REBUILDING THE INFRASTRUCTURE </span></span><br/><br/>A massive rebuilding and upgrading plan, to completely rework and expand upon the USA's aging infrastructure was passed the other day, the plan costs around 9 trillion, and will take around 10 years to complete. The infrastructure includes, a sprawling system of bullet trains, upgraded and reworked roads, and advanced and upgraded road systems to increase safety and efficiency on the highway. The plan will go by regions, such as. Northeast, Midwest and Deep South, then south. This will hopefully work to reduce the cost of the plan and simplify the building process.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">A NEW HEALTHCARE SYSTEM</span></span><br/><br/>The new Healthcare system of the USA, a mixture of the French, German and Canadian systems with a mixture of the parts of the USA system that worked. The Healthcare system has so far, worked great for the USA, the new system widely excepted by the populace.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">STRATEGIC REPLACING</span></span><br/><br/>With the removal of all bases form Rome, the USA has announced it's plans to move these bases to Kosovo, hopefully to reduce tensions with Serbia. As well the USA, finally, has announced it's plan to make a strategic rebalance to Asia form Europe, announcing this this week, this will remove around 30% of the bases from Europe."
2046,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=700,2014-12-15T11:11:00,Elepis,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22803725#p22803725"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Istanbul, Turkey</span></span><br/>William Aniston paced around the room, he had been up for over 60 hours straight now and was only awake thanks to about 5 Gallons of Coffee. Right now he had to address the Chinese destroying his nation. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Dammit! Why the hell would they destroy us if they are trying to recapture us?? </span> then an aide stepped in and interrupted his thoughts ""Sir, you may want to read this"" he handed William a news paper, it's headline read <span style=""font-weight: bold"">CHINESE CIVIL WAR</span> William smiled as he read the article ""So, the Chinese have begun to fight each other, well, this could play to our advantage. Send a message to the Northern Government""<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">TO: Northern China<br/>From: Tibet<br/>URGENT<br/>Encryption: HIGH<br/>I am going to be blunt, the world hates you. You tried to destroy my nation and cause nuclear meltdowns. You sent men into India to kill me. You leveled a city and killed over 200,000 people and then leveled 1/4 of my country. I realize the last action was not your doing, but the rebels in the south. That does not matter to the rest of the world, they view it as Chinese killing civilians, nothing more, nothing less. You need all of the help you can get, so I propose and alliance. Yes, an Alliance. As you have seen, we can defeat much larger armies easily, you cannot. You fight your wars directly, we fight ours with hit-and-runs. Consider this before you turn me down<br/> -William Aniston</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/>Gendarmerie's (GGC) and Maroon Berets had set up road blocks around the large, imposing Municipal House in Istanbul in Şehzadebaşı area. In the building itself their were men of the National Intelligence Organization, Army, Maroon Berets, GGC and the Prime Ministers Guard. On the roof their were two helicopters ready to fly at a seconds notice and on thee roof of the near by Skyscrapers, SAM missile batteries combed the sky for threats.<br/><br/>Inside the top floor conference room sat the Prime Minister Gürsel Tekin (the President was in Australia), President Xi, the self declared king William and the self declared leader of South China (who had turned up uninvited but was welcome) sat around a large glass table. Each man's guards were waiting on the floor below and in the room, each man had two GGC troops next to him (armed with FN P-90's and Glock 17 pistols. Each man also had a translator and PA next to him.<br/><br/>The Prime Minister stood ""Welcome, fellow humans, today we meet to hopefully, finally bring an end to a short conflict that has cost 950,000 lives. The People's Republic of China seeks the unification of its nations, Tibet and South China seek independence. This conflict, if it continues could cost millions of lives. That is why I ask you to bring peace. Firstly, we must establish why each party has acted, Mr William, I understand you are former CIA, why did you, as a foreigner decide that Tibet needed independence?"""
2047,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=700,2014-12-15T11:30:00,Licata,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Aero Syndicate</span><br/><br/>The Aero Syndicate has begun the last stages of developing the Vega rocket. They plan to produce these for both use and for exportation. These rockets are designed for exploration and transportation, but the Aero Syndicate is developing a ICMB model for martial use. These will sell for around .9-1.3 billion USD or equivalent.<br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Arms Syndicate</span><br/><br/>Mass production of weapons has begun to expand their current exports. The C-2 Ariete tank will soon become available on the market with updated tech and extra armor. IFV's and AFV's will see a drop in price and increase in quantity. The ARX 160 assault rifle has also seen an increase in production and sells have been subsidized by the State to increase availability. This is all thanks to Franco-Italo cooperation and the growth in economic ties.<br/><br/>A car package has been prepared for both Gambia and Tibet with five thousand weapons for both groups."
2048,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=700,2014-12-15T11:34:00,Elepis,"<blockquote><div><cite>Of The Rnclave <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22796856#p22796856"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Elepis <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22796793#p22796793"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To Australia <br/><br/>We only want peace, we will come,<br/><br/>President Kemal</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">TOP SECRET <br/>To USA<br/><br/>The Balkans is about to go up in smoke. Serbia are threatening war on Albania and Serbian nationalists have attacked the Albanian ethnicity. Turkey and Albania are both NATO and I ask that is Albania or Turkey is attacked, America will do its fullest to defend us according to the treaty it signed.<br/><br/>President Kemal</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Turkey<br/>United States of America<br/><br/>We have been observing this conflict and as we speak US forces leaving Italy and the surrounding area are being rerouted to Kosovo, a sum of 18,000 will be set up and help evacuate citizens and whatever else, but we will jot combat Serbia until we are fired upon. Several stealth bombers that were based in Italy will be moved so they may be able to participate and defeat the Serbians if nesscary. We will remain alert on the situations and intervene when it goes up in flames</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: USA<br/><br/><br/>I thank you for your cooperation and I assure you, neither FAK or Turkey will fire first and your deployment of stealth bombers will hopefully make Serbia see sense and recognize the FAK and stop the threatening Turkey and FAK.<br/><br/>President Kemal</blockquote><br/><br/>In Anatolia, the two Tigris and Euphrates dams have begun operation. The dams which were originally started construction in the late 2000's have now started providing massive amounts of electricity to the poor rural areas of south east Turkey. The water from the Dams will also be used to increase the crop yield and provide fresh water to thousands. This is all part of the Turkish economic boom which has been going on since 2011 and has helped make Turkey the premier power in the region."
2049,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=700,2014-12-15T12:30:00,Protector Galactics,"<blockquote><div><cite>Elepis <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22806114#p22806114"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22803725#p22803725"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Istanbul, Turkey</span></span><br/>William Aniston paced around the room, he had been up for over 60 hours straight now and was only awake thanks to about 5 Gallons of Coffee. Right now he had to address the Chinese destroying his nation. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Dammit! Why the hell would they destroy us if they are trying to recapture us?? </span> then an aide stepped in and interrupted his thoughts ""Sir, you may want to read this"" he handed William a news paper, it's headline read <span style=""font-weight: bold"">CHINESE CIVIL WAR</span> William smiled as he read the article ""So, the Chinese have begun to fight each other, well, this could play to our advantage. Send a message to the Northern Government""<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">TO: Northern China<br/>From: Tibet<br/>URGENT<br/>Encryption: HIGH<br/>I am going to be blunt, the world hates you. You tried to destroy my nation and cause nuclear meltdowns. You sent men into India to kill me. You leveled a city and killed over 200,000 people and then leveled 1/4 of my country. I realize the last action was not your doing, but the rebels in the south. That does not matter to the rest of the world, they view it as Chinese killing civilians, nothing more, nothing less. You need all of the help you can get, so I propose and alliance. Yes, an Alliance. As you have seen, we can defeat much larger armies easily, you cannot. You fight your wars directly, we fight ours with hit-and-runs. Consider this before you turn me down<br/> -William Aniston</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/>Gendarmerie's (GGC) and Maroon Berets had set up road blocks around the large, imposing Municipal House in Istanbul in Şehzadebaşı area. In the building itself their were men of the National Intelligence Organization, Army, Maroon Berets, GGC and the Prime Ministers Guard. On the roof their were two helicopters ready to fly at a seconds notice and on thee roof of the near by Skyscrapers, SAM missile batteries combed the sky for threats. <br/><br/>Inside the top floor conference room sat the Prime Minister Gürsel Tekin (the President was in Australia), President Xi, the self declared king William and the self declared leader of South China (who had turned up uninvited but was welcome) sat around a large glass table. Each man's guards were waiting on the floor below and in the room, each man had two GGC troops next to him (armed with FN P-90's and Glock 17 pistols. Each man also had a translator and PA next to him.<br/><br/>The Prime Minister stood ""Welcome, fellow humans, today we meet to hopefully, finally bring an end to a short conflict that has cost 950,000 lives. The People's Republic of China seeks the unification of its nations, Tibet and South China seek independence. This conflict, if it continues could cost millions of lives. That is why I ask you to bring peace. Firstly, we must establish why each party has acted, Mr William, I understand you are former CIA, why did you, as a foreigner decide that Tibet needed independence?""</div></blockquote><br/>""Well this all started by nonsense. Everybody was getting equal pay. We gave them a roof. We gave them water. We gave them food. And they stand up against me for freedom. With massive land taken away by this Frenchmen, we lost 140 Nuclear missiles, more than 600 MOABs. They are capable to start a nuclear war. Tibet in the other hand broke the rules of our first treaty and we have evidence that they contained Biological weapons and killed nearly a whole entire battalion with my best general. Now we are about to lose to the South Chinese forces. Thats my excuse for war."" Delayette stood and spoke. ""I am against Both Northern Chinese and the Tibetans. I admit that I blew up nearly the whole entire country with MOABs. But Victory is so close that we can't afford to lose it. I conducted the attacks in India by myself. I wasn't sent their. But to finish this war. Their must be a fight for peace. I am not a communist dictator like this brute."" He says as he points across the table at President Xi. ""I am a man of freedom. I believe that people must work to have great wealth. I don't believe in Welfare. Everybody shall be equal and for everybody to be equal they must work themselves. We are very close to Capitalism but we are not Capitalist. We are Krenzianist. We are people that are against monarchies and against dictatorship. And no. I don't want a Nuclear war. But I want to claim Tibet to be free from a Monarch like him."" He also points at King William in the other side of the table."
2050,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=700,2014-12-15T12:51:00,Elepis,"<blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22806823#p22806823"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Elepis <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22806114#p22806114"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Gendarmerie's (GGC) and Maroon Berets had set up road blocks around the large, imposing Municipal House in Istanbul in Şehzadebaşı area. In the building itself their were men of the National Intelligence Organization, Army, Maroon Berets, GGC and the Prime Ministers Guard. On the roof their were two helicopters ready to fly at a seconds notice and on thee roof of the near by Skyscrapers, SAM missile batteries combed the sky for threats. <br/><br/>Inside the top floor conference room sat the Prime Minister Gürsel Tekin (the President was in Australia), President Xi, the self declared king William and the self declared leader of South China (who had turned up uninvited but was welcome) sat around a large glass table. Each man's guards were waiting on the floor below and in the room, each man had two GGC troops next to him (armed with FN P-90's and Glock 17 pistols. Each man also had a translator and PA next to him.<br/><br/>The Prime Minister stood ""Welcome, fellow humans, today we meet to hopefully, finally bring an end to a short conflict that has cost 950,000 lives. The People's Republic of China seeks the unification of its nations, Tibet and South China seek independence. This conflict, if it continues could cost millions of lives. That is why I ask you to bring peace. Firstly, we must establish why each party has acted, Mr William, I understand you are former CIA, why did you, as a foreigner decide that Tibet needed independence?""</div></blockquote><br/>""Well this all started by nonsense. Everybody was getting equal pay. We gave them a roof. We gave them water. We gave them food. And they stand up against me for freedom. With massive land taken away by this Frenchmen, we lost 140 Nuclear missiles, more than 600 MOABs. They are capable to start a nuclear war. Tibet in the other hand broke the rules of our first treaty and we have evidence that they contained Biological weapons and killed nearly a whole entire battalion with my best general. Now we are about to lose to the South Chinese forces. Thats my excuse for war."" Delayette stood and spoke. ""I am against Both Northern Chinese and the Tibetans. I admit that I blew up nearly the whole entire country with MOABs. But Victory is so close that we can't afford to lose it. I conducted the attacks in India by myself. I wasn't sent their. But to finish this war. Their must be a fight for peace. I am not a communist dictator like this brute."" He says as he points across the table at President Xi. ""I am a man of freedom. I believe that people must work to have great wealth. I don't believe in Welfare. Everybody shall be equal and for everybody to be equal they must work themselves. We are very close to Capitalism but we are not Capitalist. We are Krenzianist. We are people that are against monarchies and against dictatorship. And no. I don't want a Nuclear war. But I want to claim Tibet to be free from a Monarch like him."" He also points at King William in the other side of the table.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The Prime Minister scribbled this down on his pad, and turned to the South Chinese rebel ""You do know you just admitted war crimes? Anyway, South China has lived comfortably with the North for thousands of years, why does it break away know?"""
2051,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=700,2014-12-15T13:03:00,Protector Galactics,"<blockquote><div><cite>Elepis <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22806984#p22806984"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22806823#p22806823"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Well this all started by nonsense. Everybody was getting equal pay. We gave them a roof. We gave them water. We gave them food. And they stand up against me for freedom. With massive land taken away by this Frenchmen, we lost 140 Nuclear missiles, more than 600 MOABs. They are capable to start a nuclear war. Tibet in the other hand broke the rules of our first treaty and we have evidence that they contained Biological weapons and killed nearly a whole entire battalion with my best general. Now we are about to lose to the South Chinese forces. Thats my excuse for war."" Delayette stood and spoke. ""I am against Both Northern Chinese and the Tibetans. I admit that I blew up nearly the whole entire country with MOABs. But Victory is so close that we can't afford to lose it. I conducted the attacks in India by myself. I wasn't sent their. But to finish this war. Their must be a fight for peace. I am not a communist dictator like this brute."" He says as he points across the table at President Xi. ""I am a man of freedom. I believe that people must work to have great wealth. I don't believe in Welfare. Everybody shall be equal and for everybody to be equal they must work themselves. We are very close to Capitalism but we are not Capitalist. We are Krenzianist. We are people that are against monarchies and against dictatorship. And no. I don't want a Nuclear war. But I want to claim Tibet to be free from a Monarch like him."" He also points at King William in the other side of the table.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The Prime Minister scribbled this down on his pad, and turned to the South Chinese rebel ""You do know you just admitted war crimes? Anyway, South China has lived comfortably with the North for thousands of years, why does it break away know?""</div></blockquote><br/>""We did this to end 70 years of oppression of the Northern communist government."""
2052,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=700,2014-12-15T14:04:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22807107#p22807107"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Elepis <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22806984#p22806984"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>The Prime Minister scribbled this down on his pad, and turned to the South Chinese rebel ""You do know you just admitted war crimes? Anyway, South China has lived comfortably with the North for thousands of years, why does it break away know?""</div></blockquote><br/>""We did this to end 70 years of oppression of the Northern communist government.""</div></blockquote><br/>""We never even had a chance to set up a good government before you attacked us. For one, the terms were not clearly layed out, nor were they on any official document, therefore, the deal was not legally binding"" William stared at Xi, who had still not responded to his urgent request for an alliance."
2053,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=700,2014-12-15T14:22:00,The North German Commonwealth,"OFFICIAL TRANSMISSION OF THE FEDERATION OF ALBANIA AND KOSOVO<br/>To: The United Nations<br/>From: Prime Minister Edi Rama, Federation of Albania and Kosovo<br/>The Federation of Albania and Kosovo asks for a resolution to be made to officially recognize The Federation Of Albania And Kosovo and to embargo Serbia on charges of Genocide and unequal treatment of Non-Serbians.<br/>END TRANSMISSION<br/><br/>CANBERRA, COMMONWEALTH OF AUSTRALIA<br/>Prime Minister Edi Rama arrived at the meeting room in Canberra, and went to a chair around a table, getting a coffee and sitting down, surrounded by his 6 Security Guards, each one armed with M-16s."
2054,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=700,2014-12-15T14:31:00,Elepis,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22807636#p22807636"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22807107#p22807107"">wrote</a>:</cite>""We did this to end 70 years of oppression of the Northern communist government.""</div></blockquote><br/>""We never even had a chance to set up a good government before you attacked us. For one, the terms were not clearly layed out, nor were they on any official document, therefore, the deal was not legally binding"" William stared at Xi, who had still not responded to his urgent request for an alliance.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Istanbul</span><br/><br/>""Tibet, what would N.China have to change if you were to even consider rejoining them?""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Australia</span><br/><br/>President Kemal Kılıçdaroğlu sat down at the table next to the FAK delegation ""Good morning Mr Prime Minister"" he said. Outside were two officers of the Presidential Guard Regiment and four men of the Maroon Berets. Each were armed with and FN SCAR and Glock pistol. Outside in his car and in the cars behind and in front were four men of National Intelligence Organization."
2055,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=700,2014-12-15T14:58:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Elepis <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22807908#p22807908"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22807636#p22807636"">wrote</a>:</cite>""We never even had a chance to set up a good government before you attacked us. For one, the terms were not clearly layed out, nor were they on any official document, therefore, the deal was not legally binding"" William stared at Xi, who had still not responded to his urgent request for an alliance.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Istanbul</span><br/><br/>""Tibet, what would N.China have to change if you were to even consider rejoining them?""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Australia</span><br/><br/>President Kemal Kılıçdaroğlu sat down at the table next to the FAK delegation ""Good morning Mr Prime Minister"" he said. Outside were two officers of the Presidential Guard Regiment and four men of the Maroon Berets. Each were armed with and FN SCAR and Glock pistol. Outside in his car and in the cars behind and in front were four men of National Intelligence Organization.</div></blockquote><br/>""Nothing, we would not even consider joining them. Not after getting a taste of freedom. We would gladly help you with South China though"""
2056,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=700,2014-12-15T15:05:00,The Greater Gambia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">The river Gambia</span><br/><br/><br/>100 soldiers of the GAF went down the river under the cover of night. Their mission was simple, to draw the AFP away from the frontlines. Once that was done, the Eastern and Western forces would push forward. It is estimated that the whole operation will take a week. with the AFP running out of ammunition, the GAF have the upper hand again. The men make it to a small village on the shore, campfires can be seen from the shore. The men begin to surround the camp.Once the GAF troops were in position. They opened fire, killing most of the AFP soldiers. Those that survived retreated, these were not the battle-hardened soldiers of Janjanbureh. The GAF commander got on the radio with General Mendy and General Mboge.""Generals, we have taken a village on the shore, we've picked up some chatter from their radios, reinforcements are coming to push us back.""<br/><br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Staging Area</span><br/><br/>General Mendy and the Turkish Colonel listen to the commanders message. This is where their forces come in. General Mendy sent a message to Gambian troops and their Turkish allies. ""Today is the day we make our country whole again! The whole world is watching us! Waiting to see if we succeed or fail, let it be the former! Charge!"" 2,000 Gambian and Turkish soldiers and tanks crossed a shallow part of the river. They quickly overwhelmed to 200 AFP soldiers on guard. Turkish airstrikes were quick to hit key AFP positions such as weapons caches, AA emplacements, and static defenses. 2 hours after the assault, the Western forces had already gained 25 miles and were still advancing, making their way to the pocket on the river.<br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Janjanbureh</span><br/><br/><br/>General Mboge's front was having less success. Most of the AFP was at Janjanbureh and weren't redeployed to handle the pocket on the river. Still, The assault of 1,500 men was enough to push them out of the city. Unfortunately, as soon as the AFP retreated, their artillery and mortars barraged the city for 5 hours. It is estimated that 400 men died."
2057,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=700,2014-12-15T15:11:00,Kargintina,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Canberra, Australia</span><br/>Prime Minister Tony Abbott walked into the room. Three of the SASR who had dropped into Tibet guarded him, armed with the imported and updated MP-34s. He said hello in reply to the Turkish Prime Minister, and sat down.<span style=""font-style: italic"">''What a coincidence FAK and Turkey are here first''</span>he thought to himself. He looked outside. Multiple Australian soldiers guarded the outside of the bulding.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Pristina, FAK/Serbia</span><br/>The Australian commander who was spoken too by the Albanian commander turned around. ""Of course. He turned to his men. Gas masks on now!"" The Australians where quite impressed by the strong and outright remarks of the Albanians.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Australian F.O.B, 4 miles south of Tirana, FAK/Albania</span><br/>The Commander of the Australian KFOR soldiers watched a map of the greater Yugoslav area, planning what would happen in the event of war. Australian forces would slip though the countryside of Kosovo, and attempt to bypass Pristina and move into Serbia proper. The Australian commanders hoped they wouldn't have to engage any Serbs or even Italians. Outside, the modernized F-86s where preparing a test run around the mile radius of the base."
2058,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=700,2014-12-15T16:16:00,Pimps Inc,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22802215#p22802215"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22802145#p22802145"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I'm fine.Just some metal.""<br/><br/>Before firing his gun at a man with a pitchfork.The recoil of the gun makes his wrist shudder and he yells in pain.<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Puta Madre!</span>""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""That doesn't sound like you're fine."" Lamin said. Malik sighed.""imagine if you're in a firefight. How will you be able to fire at multiple enemies with that hand<br/>?""</div></blockquote><br/>""Fine,fine.Let's go."""
2059,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=700,2014-12-15T16:23:00,Republika Srpska Party,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.crwflags.com/fotw/images/r/rs)04.gif""/></div><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">REPUBLIC OF SERBIA</span></span></div><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">РЕПУБЛИКА СРБИЈА</span></span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Belgrade, Serbia</span><br/><br/>Serbia officially today declared, and now this is the last time, that the Republic of Serbia will never recognize the so call'd union of Kosovo and Albania. The shatters of artillery shells and Aircraft shooting missiles on the training fields of the Serbian Military is to be heard near the boundary between Kosovo and Serbia. Anyway, Serbia is in no way threatened by Turkey or NATO for mobilizing troops on Kosovo and putting aircraft on the Airfields, and that the Serbian Politicians never threatened Albania, nor Turkey. Since President Tomislav Nikolic is gone for a few days in Australia, Prime Minister Aleksandar Vucic takes over the leadership in Serbia, until the President is back. The Serbians are lowering the hate on Vucic, since he's the one who cancelled all plans of joining the EU. Protests have stopped in Kragujeav, Kraljevo and Novi Sad, but Belgrade and Pristina are full of them. Day and night, protesters in Pristina mostly do the damage due to Albanian influence there.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Canberra, Commonwealth of Australia</span><br/><br/>When President Tomislav Nikolic arrived at the airport, he immediately got into the Limousine heading to the Australian Governmental building. Of course, he will be doing peace talks with the Albanian President and Australian Prime Minister Tony Abbot. He will be arriving soon in his limousine, followed by 4 Police cars and 2 SUVs, and including his 8 guards in the two SUVs."
2060,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=700,2014-12-15T17:14:00,Protector Galactics,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22808112#p22808112"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Elepis <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22807908#p22807908"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Istanbul</span><br/><br/>""Tibet, what would N.China have to change if you were to even consider rejoining them?""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Australia</span><br/><br/>President Kemal Kılıçdaroğlu sat down at the table next to the FAK delegation ""Good morning Mr Prime Minister"" he said. Outside were two officers of the Presidential Guard Regiment and four men of the Maroon Berets. Each were armed with and FN SCAR and Glock pistol. Outside in his car and in the cars behind and in front were four men of National Intelligence Organization.</div></blockquote><br/>""Nothing, we would not even consider joining them. Not after getting a taste of freedom. We would gladly help you with South China though""</div></blockquote><br/>I would rather have South China kill you rather having you kill South China.""<br/>Marquette just sat there and laughed. ""Thats why I want to kill both of you."""
2061,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=700,2014-12-15T17:19:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22809688#p22809688"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22808112#p22808112"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Nothing, we would not even consider joining them. Not after getting a taste of freedom. We would gladly help you with South China though""</div></blockquote><br/>I would rather have South China kill you rather having you kill South China.""<br/>Marquette just sat there and laughed. ""Thats why I want to kill both of you.""</div></blockquote><br/>""I think there can be a compromise here"" William had a plan forming in his head, one that would eliminate China and secure Tibet's place on the world stage..."
2062,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=725,2014-12-15T17:38:00,Zatak,"""You sure.... all right I will get into that as soon as I can.... ok talk to you later"", Jonathon said as he looked at his cell phone almost in anger that his men in Gambia lost control of they're hold on the river but also for the fact that he had to worry about his men in Kosovo and former Yugoslavia where he had set up a major base in which to operate hoping that one of them would be stupid to start a new Balkan war over a bunch of useless land that no one would ever cared about.. except maybe Serbia...... but beside that Jonathon was much more worried about Gambia and Africa where his men only had the slightest of artillery to fight and nothing all that big but like always he hoped they could hold out till more supplies were sent over the border with Senegal including the standard and a few ""Special"" toys for them to play with.<br/><br/>Jonathon had been trading letters with the new leader of the now former Loyalists and had agreed to send a few extra men out of the kindness of his heart more specifically he sent men that had fought in Ireland mostly for the fact that the Gambians used a number of British tactics and were trained by British forces though for now only around 60 men would be sent to fight and train the men. The other important thing sent was a propaganda maker that John used in Russia to promote Anti-Putin forces hoping that they could recruit more men to fight for them and install a Pro Jonathon government like he had before all of this.<br/><br/>Speaking of Russia that was where the famous Irish terrorist was as of now in hopes of seeing how much support he had got from the revolt and hoping to get some more men and women to join his cause but that is a much more long term project. The Irish man was set to make a speech outside the former parliament building in the net few days where he would encourage the Russians to work hard and fight strong for what they were along with promoting Anti-West views and blaming them for a bunch of things as again Jonathon had recently declared war against the world governments and needed as much help as he could get.<br/><br/>The Tibetan conflict was another place Jonathon was getting involved and was actually requested to come by the King himself but denied for safety reasons instead sending six of his men who fought in Ireland to provide training using the same method as he id in the Gambia along with this Jonathon sent a small amount of financial aid all of which would meet up with Tibetan forces at the Indian border.<br/><br/>Jonathon sat in his hotel room getting ready to go outside as the morning light shun into his dark room alone and quiet like most other days he spent where he was not being hunted or doing major work. The man looked at his South Korean made phone and started it up before going to the call option and sitting for a few seconds before finally speaking,"" Call... Kemal Kılıçdaroğlu"", the man said as he let out a small and devilish smile as he called one of his greatest enemies."
2063,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=725,2014-12-15T17:52:00,Pimps Inc,"""Fine,fine.Let's go.""<br/>Juarez got up and shook his clothes.A fine cloud of dust fell slowly onto the ground.He reloaded his weapon and holstered it.<br/>""But we're coming back....and im killing every single one of these<span style=""font-style: italic"">putos</span>.That M1911 was my favorite."""
2064,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=725,2014-12-15T17:57:00,The Greater Gambia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22810169#p22810169"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Fine,fine.Let's go.""<br/>Juarez got up and shook his clothes.A fine cloud of dust fell slowly onto the ground.He reloaded his weapon and holstered it.<br/>""But we're coming back....and im killing every single one of these <span style=""font-style: italic"">putos</span>.That M1911 was my favorite.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The five men returned to the airfield. There, General Mboge filled them in on all of the details of operation Painted Dog. He went into detail about how the city is now under constant artillery bombardment."
2065,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=725,2014-12-15T18:00:00,Pimps Inc,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22810243#p22810243"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22810169#p22810169"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Fine,fine.Let's go.""<br/>Juarez got up and shook his clothes.A fine cloud of dust fell slowly onto the ground.He reloaded his weapon and holstered it.<br/>""But we're coming back....and im killing every single one of these <span style=""font-style: italic"">putos</span>.That M1911 was my favorite.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The five men returned to the airfield. There, General Mboge filled them in on all of the details of operation Painted Dog. He went into detail about how the city is now under constant artillery bombardment.</div></blockquote><br/>""Do we know where the artillery is located and what type?""<br/><br/>Juarez might just have the solution.....the Cartels would be mad,though."
2066,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=725,2014-12-15T18:05:00,The North German Commonwealth,"<blockquote><div><cite>Elepis <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22807908#p22807908"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22807636#p22807636"">wrote</a>:</cite>""We never even had a chance to set up a good government before you attacked us. For one, the terms were not clearly layed out, nor were they on any official document, therefore, the deal was not legally binding"" William stared at Xi, who had still not responded to his urgent request for an alliance.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Istanbul</span><br/><br/>""Tibet, what would N.China have to change if you were to even consider rejoining them?""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Australia</span><br/><br/>President Kemal Kılıçdaroğlu sat down at the table next to the FAK delegation ""Good morning Mr Prime Minister"" he said. Outside were two officers of the Presidential Guard Regiment and four men of the Maroon Berets. Each were armed with and FN SCAR and Glock pistol. Outside in his car and in the cars behind and in front were four men of National Intelligence Organization.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>CANBERRA, COMMONWEALTH OF AUSTRALIA:<br/>""Good morning. But please, we are all friends here. Call me Edi, please. Mr. Abbott, I have heard that the Serbian delegation is on it's way. When does the meeting start?"" He turned to Kemal. ""Do you want some coffee? It's very good. Australians make good coffee."" He directed the last part towards Abbott, nodding in respect and raising his cup high in salute.<br/><br/>PRISTINA, FEDERATION OF ALBANIA AND KOSOVO:<br/>An almost hair-raising silence filled the streets as The Serb Nationalists did not react to the FAFAK Troops statement. One soldier fidgeted nervously, turning to the commander. ""Sir, what do we do?"" The commander looked at the troops, then transmitted a message to the troops via a headset inside the masks. ""Hold your ground. Do not attack unless attacked. Anyone who does gets deported from the freakin' country. And disgraced."" Then, he flicked on his Megaphone again and turned towards the Serbs. ""Serbians! Desist immediately and go back to your homes, or we will force you to!"""
2067,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=725,2014-12-15T18:17:00,Kargintina,"<blockquote><div><cite>The North German Commonwealth <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22810381#p22810381"">wrote</a>:</cite><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Elepis <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22807908#p22807908"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Istanbul</span><br/><br/>""Tibet, what would N.China have to change if you were to even consider rejoining them?""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Australia</span><br/><br/>President Kemal Kılıçdaroğlu sat down at the table next to the FAK delegation ""Good morning Mr Prime Minister"" he said. Outside were two officers of the Presidential Guard Regiment and four men of the Maroon Berets. Each were armed with and FN SCAR and Glock pistol. Outside in his car and in the cars behind and in front were four men of National Intelligence Organization.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>CANBERRA, COMMONWEALTH OF AUSTRALIA:<br/>""Good morning. But please, we are all friends here. Call me Edi, please. Mr. Abbott, I have heard that the Serbian delegation is on it's way. When does the meeting start?"" He turned to Kemal. ""Do you want some coffee? It's very good. Australians make good coffee."" He directed the last part towards Abbott, nodding in respect and raising his cup high in salute.</div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Canberra, Commonwealth of Australia</span><br/>Abbott was flattered by the Albanian leader's high salutation. ""Okay, Edi; the meeting will start when both the Serbian (who I received word are in the city now) an Italian delegates arrive here."" Abbott looked at his watch.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Not too late</span>, he thought to himself,<span style=""font-style: italic"">but hopefully things are escalating in Pristina during the talks.</span>He swallowed deep. God knows what kind of tension it will bring having the leaders of the European versions of North and South Korea in a room together."
2068,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=725,2014-12-15T18:41:00,Australian Antarctica,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">3 Gorges Dam, China</span><br/>Yun Huang and his 10 men sneaked through the Chinese security forces pretty easily .The guard force had become smaller with the Civil war and didn't take notice to 11 more soldiers dressed in Chinese uniforms. If they had looked closer, they would've noticed a million discrepancies in the uniforms. Yun Huang was on full alert, he had no idea if the Chinese were going to notice him or not. He knew his uniforms were bad, but it was the best they could do in this half-assed sabotage mission. No intel whatsoever. Hell, he didn't even know who controlled it, the north or the south, it didn't matter. He had one mission and one mission only, to plant the C4 in strategic locations and blow the dam if the peace talks fell through. Yun Huang finally reached his location and opened his backpack revealing the scuba gear. He and 8 other men would rappel down and into the water below, set the charges, swim back up and then hide in plain sight. The other three would set C4 on the turbines that made the power. He saw a soldier standing right where he was supposed to rappel down having a smoke. Yun walked up and asked for one too while clutching the knife at his waist. While the soldier was distracted he jammed the knife into the man's neck and threw his body into the water below. Yun quickly set up his harness and rappelled down. He hit the water and swam down until he hit his spot. The Tibetan pulled the C4 and set it up. He had enough to blow 100 feet of the dam away. As he climbed the rope back up he heard the progress of the other men, all were going good. Finally he reached the top and regrouped with his men. They slipped away into the night, in range to blow the dam..."
2069,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=725,2014-12-15T18:51:00,The Greater Gambia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22810316#p22810316"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22810243#p22810243"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>The five men returned to the airfield. There, General Mboge filled them in on all of the details of operation Painted Dog. He went into detail about how the city is now under constant artillery bombardment.</div></blockquote><br/>""Do we know where the artillery is located and what type?""<br/><br/>Juarez might just have the solution.....the Cartels would be mad,though.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>General pointed to a position on the map. It was to the north of the city.""The shipment that they stole contained 5 OTO-Melara Mod 56s, are mission was to retake them, but I don't think that's an option. What did you have in mind?"""
2070,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=725,2014-12-15T19:15:00,Licata,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Canberra, Commonwealth of Australia</span></span></span><br/><br/>The Italian delegate finally arrived in Australia. They decided to go to a local hotel until called upon. They send one of the guards to inform the Kangaroos that the Italians have arrived."
2071,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=725,2014-12-15T20:06:00,Protector Galactics,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22809753#p22809753"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22809688#p22809688"">wrote</a>:</cite>I would rather have South China kill you rather having you kill South China.""<br/>Marquette just sat there and laughed. ""Thats why I want to kill both of you.""</div></blockquote><br/>""I think there can be a compromise here"" William had a plan forming in his head, one that would eliminate China and secure Tibet's place on the world stage...</div></blockquote><br/>""I'm all ears...."" said President Xi."
2072,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=725,2014-12-15T20:14:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22812122#p22812122"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22809753#p22809753"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I think there can be a compromise here"" William had a plan forming in his head, one that would eliminate China and secure Tibet's place on the world stage...</div></blockquote><br/>""I'm all ears...."" said President Xi.</div></blockquote><br/>""You both hate me, correct? And you also hate each other correct? That means we have common enemies in each other. This is a 1984 scenario, no one will win"""
2073,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=725,2014-12-15T20:16:00,Protector Galactics,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22812219#p22812219"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22812122#p22812122"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I'm all ears...."" said President Xi.</div></blockquote><br/>""You both hate me, correct? And you also hate each other correct? That means we have common enemies in each other. This is a 1984 scenario, no one will win""</div></blockquote><br/>""And?"" Delayette responded."
2074,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=725,2014-12-15T20:18:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22812244#p22812244"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22812219#p22812219"">wrote</a>:</cite>""You both hate me, correct? And you also hate each other correct? That means we have common enemies in each other. This is a 1984 scenario, no one will win""</div></blockquote><br/>""And?"" Delayette responded.</div></blockquote><br/>""It is simple, Tibet is not strategically important, nor does it have any minerals or raw materials. Therefore, stop wasting valuable troops when you can be killing each other"""
2075,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=725,2014-12-15T20:29:00,Protector Galactics,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22812278#p22812278"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22812244#p22812244"">wrote</a>:</cite>""And?"" Delayette responded.</div></blockquote><br/>""It is simple, Tibet is not strategically important, nor does it have any minerals or raw materials. Therefore, stop wasting valuable troops when you can be killing each other""</div></blockquote><br/>""I disagree. Tibet was Chinese territory for thousands of years. Tibet was used as a factory province. Without most of our factories working in Tibet. We get less trade."" Said president Xi.<br/>""I also disagree I want Tibet liberated. We don't like monarchies like you. We want to give the people the expression of true freedom."" Said Delayette."
2076,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=725,2014-12-15T20:34:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22812425#p22812425"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22812278#p22812278"">wrote</a>:</cite>""It is simple, Tibet is not strategically important, nor does it have any minerals or raw materials. Therefore, stop wasting valuable troops when you can be killing each other""</div></blockquote><br/>""I disagree. Tibet was Chinese territory for thousands of years. Tibet was used as a factory province. Without most of our factories working in Tibet. We get less trade."" Said president Xi.<br/>""I also disagree I want Tibet liberated. We don't like monarchies like you. We want to give the people the expression of true freedom."" Said Delayette.</div></blockquote><br/>""Xi, you can still have businesses in Tibet, and Delayette, how can you criticize us about freedom when you haven't given us a chance?"" William responded as he scratched his ear, pressing the button to tell his troops to get ready.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">3 Gorges Dam</span><br/>The 11 men inflated the raft they would use to escape in and prepared the detonator."
2077,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=725,2014-12-15T20:34:00,Pimps Inc,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22810972#p22810972"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22810316#p22810316"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Do we know where the artillery is located and what type?""<br/><br/>Juarez might just have the solution.....the Cartels would be mad,though.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>General pointed to a position on the map. It was to the north of the city.""The shipment that they stole contained 5 OTO-Melara Mod 56s, are mission was to retake them, but I don't think that's an option. What did you have in mind?""</div></blockquote><br/>""My plan,as crazy as it sounds,wont cost you any equipment....hopefully.""<br/><br/>He gestures to his aide.<br/>""Get the jet and write down these coordinates.I'll keep in touch with the comms link.Keep it in the air until I tell you to.You might want a parachute.""<br/>He then gently pushes the aide away.<br/><br/>""I'm planning a small offensive of,say,100 soldiers.They shall be stationed as near as we can get to the enemy artillery without getting shredded.I'll cause a distraction and on my signal,you send your men forward and the enemy will no longer have the artillery in their possession..for some time,at least.The 100 men shall hold the position against the enemy trying to recapture it.Meanwhile,you will also use the artillery to give support to our forces in the front line.You will order the front lines to push forward towards our men at the artillery.Once there,we shall have gained much land.Looks easier on paper than in real life,though...."""
2078,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=725,2014-12-15T20:42:00,Protector Galactics,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22812477#p22812477"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22812425#p22812425"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I disagree. Tibet was Chinese territory for thousands of years. Tibet was used as a factory province. Without most of our factories working in Tibet. We get less trade."" Said president Xi.<br/>""I also disagree I want Tibet liberated. We don't like monarchies like you. We want to give the people the expression of true freedom."" Said Delayette.</div></blockquote><br/>""Xi, you can still have businesses in Tibet, and Delayette, how can you criticize us about freedom when you haven't given us a chance?"" William responded as he scratched his ear, pressing the button to tell his troops to get ready.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">3 Gorges Dam</span><br/>The 11 men inflated the raft they would use to escape in and prepared the detonator.</div></blockquote><br/>""No. We want the territory. Its is our great culture."" Said Xi<br/>One of Delayette men came up to him and whispered in his ear.<br/>""Don't you think you can fool me."" Said Delayette. ""I recently got a report saying that my guardsman on the dam didn't return for his after shift and his body was found. They have found explosives. If you do this Mr. Williams......"" Delayette puffed his cigar. "" I will have 1 million men over running your men."""
2079,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=725,2014-12-15T20:48:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22812586#p22812586"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22812477#p22812477"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Xi, you can still have businesses in Tibet, and Delayette, how can you criticize us about freedom when you haven't given us a chance?"" William responded as he scratched his ear, pressing the button to tell his troops to get ready.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">3 Gorges Dam</span><br/>The 11 men inflated the raft they would use to escape in and prepared the detonator.</div></blockquote><br/>""No. We want the territory. Its is our great culture."" Said Xi<br/>One of Delayette men came up to him and whispered in his ear.<br/>""Don't you think you can fool me."" Said Delayette. ""I recently got a report saying that my guardsman on the dam didn't return for his after shift. They have found explosives. If you do this Mr. Williams......"" Delayette puffed his cigar. "" I will have 1 million men over running your men.""</div></blockquote><br/>""My name is not Mr. Williams, it is William Aniston. Furthermore, how can you accuse me of it? Why not Xi's men or terrorists"" William had given the signal. All of the C4 detonated and within seconds the dam was gone, replaced by a torrent of rushing water."
2080,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=725,2014-12-15T20:55:00,Zatak,"<span style=""font-style: italic"">Yesterday the three gorges dam broke... at the same time the WFA and Jonathon bell claimed responsibility.... the people of the world call for him death and some call for his freedom.... te reports were confirmed twenty minutes later by MI6... the world morns the loss.....</span>"
2081,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=725,2014-12-15T20:56:00,Protector Galactics,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22812663#p22812663"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22812586#p22812586"">wrote</a>:</cite>""No. We want the territory. Its is our great culture."" Said Xi<br/>One of Delayette men came up to him and whispered in his ear.<br/>""Don't you think you can fool me."" Said Delayette. ""I recently got a report saying that my guardsman on the dam didn't return for his after shift. They have found explosives. If you do this Mr. Williams......"" Delayette puffed his cigar. "" I will have 1 million men over running your men.""</div></blockquote><br/>""My name is not Mr. Williams, it is William Aniston. Furthermore, how can you accuse me of it? Why not Xi's men or terrorists"" William had given the signal. All of the C4 detonated and within seconds the dam was gone, replaced by a torrent of rushing water.</div></blockquote><br/>""You are the only nation in the region that can do that. Northern China knows the devastation of the factories that they own."" As water starts to flood the river, General Quinghai take control of 1 million men run into the last part of Tibet. Turning the fighting in the cities into a more deathing blow. The new Krenzian flag was placed on the last major cities of Tibet."
2082,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=725,2014-12-15T21:14:00,The Greater Gambia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22812485#p22812485"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22810972#p22810972"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>General pointed to a position on the map. It was to the north of the city.""The shipment that they stole contained 5 OTO-Melara Mod 56s, are mission was to retake them, but I don't think that's an option. What did you have in mind?""</div></blockquote><br/>""My plan,as crazy as it sounds,wont cost you any equipment....hopefully.""<br/><br/>He gestures to his aide.<br/>""Get the jet and write down these coordinates.I'll keep in touch with the comms link.Keep it in the air until I tell you to.You might want a parachute.""<br/>He then gently pushes the aide away.<br/><br/>""I'm planning a small offensive of,say,100 soldiers.They shall be stationed as near as we can get to the enemy artillery without getting shredded.I'll cause a distraction and on my signal,you send your men forward and the enemy will no longer have the artillery in their possession..for some time,at least.The 100 men shall hold the position against the enemy trying to recapture it.Meanwhile,you will also use the artillery to give support to our forces in the front line.You will order the front lines to push forward towards our men at the artillery.Once there,we shall have gained much land.Looks easier on paper than in real life,though....""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""What other choice do we have. I will gather the GSAS operatives in our area and our best men. We will only have one shot at this."" General Mboge said<br/><br/>A few hours later, 25 GSAS operatives and 75 GAF soldiers waited on the other side of the shore, waiting for Juarez's signal. The journey had been treacherous. They threw in Hyena carcass's into the water to distract the crocs, they thought about throwing the dead AFP soldiers, but something about that seemed too savage."
2083,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=725,2014-12-15T21:19:00,Pimps Inc,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cartel Wars</span><br/><br/>It was official.Although not public.Guatemala's organized crime was now under the control of the Mexican Cartels.So was Honduras and Nicaragua.Some government members in each country were also being paid off and under heavy influence of Mexico.After 7 dead,they were finally Mexico's.The remnants of the opposition was wiped out and those who sided with the Mexicans were killed.They posed too much of a risk to be kept alive.In 2 weeks,all of Central America would be under the Cartel's control.<br/><br/>Current Yearly Income of ORCC:96.4 Billion"
2084,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=725,2014-12-15T21:45:00,Pimps Inc,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22812956#p22812956"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22812485#p22812485"">wrote</a>:</cite>""My plan,as crazy as it sounds,wont cost you any equipment....hopefully.""<br/><br/>He gestures to his aide.<br/>""Get the jet and write down these coordinates.I'll keep in touch with the comms link.Keep it in the air until I tell you to.You might want a parachute.""<br/>He then gently pushes the aide away.<br/><br/>""I'm planning a small offensive of,say,100 soldiers.They shall be stationed as near as we can get to the enemy artillery without getting shredded.I'll cause a distraction and on my signal,you send your men forward and the enemy will no longer have the artillery in their possession..for some time,at least.The 100 men shall hold the position against the enemy trying to recapture it.Meanwhile,you will also use the artillery to give support to our forces in the front line.You will order the front lines to push forward towards our men at the artillery.Once there,we shall have gained much land.Looks easier on paper than in real life,though....""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""What other choice do we have. I will gather the GSAS operatives in our area and our best men. We will only have one shot at this."" General Mboge said<br/><br/>A few hours later, 25 GSAS operatives and 75 GAF soldiers waited on the other side of the shore, waiting for Juarez's signal. The journey had been treacherous. They threw in Hyena carcass's into the water to distract the crocs, they thought about throwing the dead AFP soldiers, but something about that seemed too savage.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Juarez hacked and slashed through the dense foliage of the jungle.He failed to see a snake and stepped on the head of the creature,spilling brains everywhere.<br/><br/>""My boots!You prick...""<br/><br/>He rubs the sole with his machete before continuing cutting.He reached a tree that had grown taller than the rest over the years for some reason or another and began to climb a few branches.He positioned his PSG1 and aimed at lines of firing Mods.The barrels were red with heat and the operators sweating under the strain of the work.Juarez brought his comm link online.<br/><br/>""Chavo?Chavo.Chavoooo.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Pendejo!</span>""<br/><br/>Agent Ramirez grabbed his comms link.<br/><br/>""I'm here,i'm here,sir.The jet is ready.""<br/><br/>""Good.I'm in position and so are the Gambians.See their ammo depot or at least a good group of them in close quarters?Use the camera if you need to.""<br/><br/>Ramirez tapped on the monitor and the computer came online.The company logo was replaced by an infrared image of the Loyalist positions.An area was full of close quarter guns all firing,behind them their munitions depot where the running men rushed from time to time to refill the front lines.<br/><br/>""I got them,sir.Adjusting course now....""<br/><br/>Juarez opened his Tequila hip flask and responded after a quick gulp.<br/><br/>""Go ahead,kid.Dont kill yourself,by the way...""<br/><br/>Ramirez didn't hear.He was already at the door,air rushing in and depressurizing the cabin.He jumped out and opened his parachute.He managed to get a good look at the plane doing a barrel roll before crashing into the enemy lines,turning them into fire.He cheered before realizing....the enemy had dozens of AA guns trained on him....the orchestra began with the first bullet making a hole in the chute.....<br/><br/><br/>Juarez saw the explosion and pressed his comms,contacting the Gambian team:<br/><br/>""Go,go,go!...."""
2085,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=725,2014-12-15T22:02:00,The Greater Gambia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22813190#p22813190"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22812956#p22812956"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""What other choice do we have. I will gather the GSAS operatives in our area and our best men. We will only have one shot at this."" General Mboge said<br/><br/>A few hours later, 25 GSAS operatives and 75 GAF soldiers waited on the other side of the shore, waiting for Juarez's signal. The journey had been treacherous. They threw in Hyena carcass's into the water to distract the crocs, they thought about throwing the dead AFP soldiers, but something about that seemed too savage.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Juarez hacked and slashed through the dense foliage of the jungle.He failed to see a snake and stepped on the head of the creature,spilling brains everywhere.<br/><br/>""My boots!You prick...""<br/><br/>He rubs the sole with his machete before continuing cutting.He reached a tree that had grown taller than the rest over the years for some reason or another and began to climb a few branches.He positioned his PSG1 and aimed at lines of firing Mods.The barrels were red with heat and the operators sweating under the strain of the work.Juarez brought his comm link online.<br/><br/>""Chavo?Chavo.Chavoooo.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Pendejo!</span>""<br/><br/>Agent Ramirez grabbed his comms link.<br/><br/>""I'm here,i'm here,sir.The jet is ready.""<br/><br/>""Good.I'm in position and so are the Gambians.See their ammo depot or at least a good group of them in close quarters?Use the camera if you need to.""<br/><br/>Ramirez tapped on the monitor and the computer came online.The company logo was replaced by an infrared image of the Loyalist positions.An area was full of close quarter guns all firing,behind them their munitions depot where the running men rushed from time to time to refill the front lines.<br/><br/>""I got them,sir.Adjusting course now....""<br/><br/>Juarez opened his Tequila hip flask and responded after a quick gulp.<br/><br/>""Go ahead,kid.Dont kill yourself,by the way...""<br/><br/>Ramirez didn't hear.He was already at the door,air rushing in and depressurizing the cabin.He jumped out and opened his parachute.He managed to get a good look at the plane doing a barrel roll before crashing into the enemy lines,turning them into fire.He cheered before realizing....the enemy had dozens of AA guns trained on him....the orchestra began with the first bullet making a hole in the chute.....<br/><br/><br/>Juarez saw the explosion and pressed his comms,contacting the Gambian team:<br/><br/>""Go,go,go!....""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The Gambians charged the Artillery. Malik lead the charge while Amat and the rest of the GSAS snipers gave cover fire from the tree line. Lamin supplied cover fire with an RPD while Alaji fought multiple AFP soldiers with just a machete. the AFP quickly recovered from the surprise of the attack. the commander of the artillery and his underling manned a 50 cal. machine gun, another item that they had stolen. The gun killed 4 GAF soldiers.""Where did these fuckers come from!?"" Shouted the AFP commander. As he said that Malik came up from behind. Stabbing the underling with a machete, the commander had a few seconds to react. He pulled out a knife and lunged for Malik, pinning him on the ground. Malik dropped the machete. He looked around for something sharp as he resisted the commanders knife, making its way to his throat. He grabbed a piece of broken glass and stabbed the commander in the eye. The commander got off of Malik writhing around in pain. Malik got up and grabbed his machete, with one swoop he decapitated the commander. The artillery was clear, the remaining AFP soldiers witnessed the death of their commander and fled into the jungle. Sure to spread the legend of Malik Taal, the Jackal of Janjanbureh. Malik called Juarez.""The artillery is secure. They shouldn't bother our troops in the city for now. We'll begin digging in and firing on the AFP."""
2086,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=725,2014-12-15T22:06:00,Protector Galactics,"After 14 hours of searching and hacking. The Chinese hackers finally had Jonathon phone number.<br/>""This is his phone sir."" Said one of the hackers handing the number to Marquette. Marquette soon texted Jonathon.<br/>""I see we have a bunch of stuff in common. I would like you to meet me in Sicily."" After the text was sent Marquette destroyed his phone.<br/>""Here take this money and buy me a new phone."" Marquette stuffed the pockets of one of his henchmen to go get his new phone.<br/><br/>Back at the Tibetan front, A major attack was ordered on the city of Gar and Burang. 20,000 troops were deployed in both cities. The battles begun with massive artillery barrage. Then with airstrikes at key positions. Then 20,000 troops stormed boh cities. Left and Right Flanks were prepared for Reinforcements. Just Incase, 2 MOABs were ready for plan B."
2087,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=750,2014-12-15T22:34:00,Pimps Inc,"Juarez had wasted all his rifle ammunition on the enemy.His PSG1 was empty.At one point,he saved Alaji from an enemy in his last stand,using it's last strength to try and shoot Alaji.The man was dead before he dropped the gun.However,this has grabbed the attention of patrols in the jungle.He used his Colt SCAMP to mow down a whole line of 4 Loyalists.He kept taking more down until they overwhelm him.He rushed to meet with the Gambians.<br/><br/>""What are you waiting for?!Applause?Start firing the artillery on the Loyalists!""<br/>Juarez responded before hitting a Loyalists with his elbow,taking the AK from the man's hand,and pining him against a tree.He extended the stock and hit the man in the skull,crushing it and then fired into the chasing Loyalists before running out of ammunition and continued running...."
2088,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=750,2014-12-16T05:29:00,Australian Antarctica,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Under Tibet</span><br/>With the Chinese above and their leader in Istanbul, they were without leadership. Then Yun Huang came along. He entered one of the larger underground barracks where 1,000 men slept and shot off his pistol ""I need 1,000 men to help me demolish Gar and Burang, we have enough C4 to block the roads, cause landslides, and make their lives miserable! Who is with me!"" Every man shot his hand up, he had 2,0t00. ""Alright, you will get a partner, one will carry the C4 while the other provides security! We move now!"" He shoved open the door, revealing almost every explosive in Tibet's arsenal.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ten Minutes later</span><br/>The entire city seemed to open up at once as 2,000 men rushed from the different tunnel exits and into the streets of the two cities. Yun was one of them. He ran from one building to the other, avoiding the Chinese. Finally he made it to his target, the building where the Chinese had placed their flag. He used the machete he carried to chop down the pole and place the Tibetan flag, then he slid down the pile of rubble and back into the night. Each man completed their objectives in both cities before the Chinese arrived and after the Artillery ended. Only a few stayed behind to detonate the explosives when ready. Yun volunteered for it.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Next Morning</span><br/>Yun waited in the rubble, watching the battalion of Chinese as they moved down the street. He held the detonator in his hands and waited for the first soldier and the last soldier to enter the kill zone. There! He was ready. Without thinking he detonated the explosives. Two large buildings collapsed on top of the invaders as he grabbed for his M60 to clean up any stragglers. Only 11 off the 500 men managed to survive and he shot them all. This was only a small dent, however, as 500 more troops arrived later that day to replace their comrades."
2089,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=750,2014-12-16T05:44:00,Kumbhalgarh,"The Indian President walked into his office. News had reached about China's aggresive move. 20 Indian police were killed. ""This I can not tolerate!"" said the Man. He took a out a pen from his drawer, and drew a sketch of China. An excellent artist he was indeed. The Indian President immediately phoned the Army Chief. ""Mr.Singh, I want you to move 100,000 soldiers to the border in the northeast with china now!"" said the indian president. He took out his laptop, and opened a word document. He typed in bold letters, ""India Declares war on China"" An Indian Stamp was published on the word document, and then it was printed. The document was sent to the nations of the world:<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><br/>[b]From the Indian President to the nations of the world,<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">[b]China has done an agreesive move, and we must response with a aggresive attack. India is declaring war on china, any nations who wishes to join the fight shall receive full Indian support and millitary aid against China. I hope you make this wise decision, and decide to join us in our war against the Chineese,</span></span><br/><br/>Sincerely,<br/>Rana Pratap President of India</blockquote><br/>[/b]<br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.indif.com/india/national_symbols/images/emblem.jpg""/>"
2090,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=750,2014-12-16T06:43:00,Kumbhalgarh,The letter that was sent to the nations concernign the declaration of war against China has been canceled. India is now at peace with China.
2091,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=750,2014-12-16T09:17:00,Of The Rnclave,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">NATIONAL SECURITY ROOM</span></span><br/><br/>The men stood around the table, a map of China covered the wall, the recent North South split labeled and drawn up, as well as Tibet. The Generals there had one job, draw up a plan to push the Chinese out of Tibet. The Plan, dubbed Operation Falcon, was a three pronged strike to confuse and demoralize Chinese troops, splitting them up and making it easier to push them out of Tibet. The Operation as a total would begin in Pakistan, with a short stint of flyover in India. The troops would assemble in Pakistan, gear up and move through India while air strikes hopefully disabled Chinese logistics and command. All factors in the Operation were as followed-<br/><br/>80,000 US Marines<br/>450 M1A3 Abrams<br/>30 F-35's<br/>4 B-1 Lancers<br/>2 E-Bombs to be detonated in Tibet<br/><br/>Tibet would need to move all important military tech into underground tunnels, and link up with US forces when they arrived, possibly provide a air field for the USA to rearm and refuel planes.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: India<br/>United States of America<br/><span style=""color: #FF0000"">UNBREAKABLE ENCRYPTION</span><br/><br/>You are no doubt angered over Chinese incursion into your lands, as are we and the rest of the world. So we have drawn up plans to push them away from your border and out of Tibet, if you will allow us a place to rearm, refuel and move our troops through on the way to Tibet. When our forces arrive in Pakistan, or India if you allow us to base there, we will send a General to discuss the Operation and India's role in it, if you so wish</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Tibet<br/>United States of America <br/><span style=""color: #00FF00"">NO ENCRYPTION </span><br/><br/>We have a plan to push China out of Tibet, we will invade through the North, bearing down upon them while you push them out. Hopefully the detonation of our E Bomb over Beijing and Shanghai should cripple them long enough to push down and capture a few cities, forcing them to sue for peace. Have your forces ready to link up with our troops when they arrive in Tibet for a final push to Beijing.</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">TO ALL US NAVAL AND AVIATION ASSETS IN ASIA<br/><span style=""color: #FF0000"">UNBREAKABLE ENCRYPTION- US ARMED FORCES ASIACOM</span><br/><br/>PRECEDE TO DEFCON 3 READINESS. SEVENTH FLEET MUST MOVE TO AUSTRALIA FOR REFUELING AND REARMAMENT. ALL ANTI BALLISTIC MISSILE FORCES IN ASIA MUST BE AT DEFCON 2 READINESS UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE.</blockquote>"
2092,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=750,2014-12-16T09:24:00,Elepis,"<blockquote><div><cite>ZATAK <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22809965#p22809965"">wrote</a>:</cite>""You sure.... all right I will get into that as soon as I can.... ok talk to you later"", Jonathon said as he looked at his cell phone almost in anger that his men in Gambia lost control of they're hold on the river but also for the fact that he had to worry about his men in Kosovo and former Yugoslavia where he had set up a major base in which to operate hoping that one of them would be stupid to start a new Balkan war over a bunch of useless land that no one would ever cared about.. except maybe Serbia...... but beside that Jonathon was much more worried about Gambia and Africa where his men only had the slightest of artillery to fight and nothing all that big but like always he hoped they could hold out till more supplies were sent over the border with Senegal including the standard and a few ""Special"" toys for them to play with. <br/><br/>Jonathon had been trading letters with the new leader of the now former Loyalists and had agreed to send a few extra men out of the kindness of his heart more specifically he sent men that had fought in Ireland mostly for the fact that the Gambians used a number of British tactics and were trained by British forces though for now only around 60 men would be sent to fight and train the men. The other important thing sent was a propaganda maker that John used in Russia to promote Anti-Putin forces hoping that they could recruit more men to fight for them and install a Pro Jonathon government like he had before all of this.<br/><br/>Speaking of Russia that was where the famous Irish terrorist was as of now in hopes of seeing how much support he had got from the revolt and hoping to get some more men and women to join his cause but that is a much more long term project. The Irish man was set to make a speech outside the former parliament building in the net few days where he would encourage the Russians to work hard and fight strong for what they were along with promoting Anti-West views and blaming them for a bunch of things as again Jonathon had recently declared war against the world governments and needed as much help as he could get.<br/><br/>The Tibetan conflict was another place Jonathon was getting involved and was actually requested to come by the King himself but denied for safety reasons instead sending six of his men who fought in Ireland to provide training using the same method as he id in the Gambia along with this Jonathon sent a small amount of financial aid all of which would meet up with Tibetan forces at the Indian border.<br/><br/>Jonathon sat in his hotel room getting ready to go outside as the morning light shun into his dark room alone and quiet like most other days he spent where he was not being hunted or doing major work. The man looked at his South Korean made phone and started it up before going to the call option and sitting for a few seconds before finally speaking,"" Call... Kemal Kılıçdaroğlu"", the man said as he let out a small and devilish smile as he called one of his greatest enemies.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Canberra</span><br/><br/>Kemal sat in the conference room talking with the Albanian and Australian leaders, ""I do not really see what the big deal is about Kosovo for Serbia. Yes, they lost a battle their hundreds of years ago, against my ancestors by the way, and now the claim it as their own. If Turkey did that, we would own Vienna. Kosovo want to join Albania but-"" Kemal turned and saw a Presidential Guard enter the room he said ""Size efendim telefon, Sayın Jonathan çan çağırıyor."" (The phone for you sir, Mr jonathan bell is calling.). Kemal looked pulsed and took the phone , he turned to the fellow leaders, ""Its Mr Bell"".<br/><br/>He stood up and left the room. He then answered and said. ""Kemal Kılıçdaroğlu, President of the Republic of Turkey speaking. Am i right in hearing this is one Mr Bell?, the one who faces the death penalty in Northern Cyprus? What can I do for you? ""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Anti-ballistic missile site, Turkey</span><br/><br/>The joint Turkish/American site suddenly erupted in to activity. American soldiers began running to position, manning SAM missiles and checking controls. The Turkish troops in the garrison looked on in horror, the commander of the force, Major Mustafa Pasha ran to the American/Turkish control room where his friend the American commander stood over a map ""Alex! What the hell is going on! What is happening? Have the Russians launched missiles?"" he said in a mixture of Turkish and English (the American could understand both)."
2093,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=750,2014-12-16T09:33:00,Of The Rnclave,"<blockquote><div><cite>Elepis <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22816748#p22816748"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>ZATAK <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22809965#p22809965"">wrote</a>:</cite>""You sure.... all right I will get into that as soon as I can.... ok talk to you later"", Jonathon said as he looked at his cell phone almost in anger that his men in Gambia lost control of they're hold on the river but also for the fact that he had to worry about his men in Kosovo and former Yugoslavia where he had set up a major base in which to operate hoping that one of them would be stupid to start a new Balkan war over a bunch of useless land that no one would ever cared about.. except maybe Serbia...... but beside that Jonathon was much more worried about Gambia and Africa where his men only had the slightest of artillery to fight and nothing all that big but like always he hoped they could hold out till more supplies were sent over the border with Senegal including the standard and a few ""Special"" toys for them to play with. <br/><br/>Jonathon had been trading letters with the new leader of the now former Loyalists and had agreed to send a few extra men out of the kindness of his heart more specifically he sent men that had fought in Ireland mostly for the fact that the Gambians used a number of British tactics and were trained by British forces though for now only around 60 men would be sent to fight and train the men. The other important thing sent was a propaganda maker that John used in Russia to promote Anti-Putin forces hoping that they could recruit more men to fight for them and install a Pro Jonathon government like he had before all of this.<br/><br/>Speaking of Russia that was where the famous Irish terrorist was as of now in hopes of seeing how much support he had got from the revolt and hoping to get some more men and women to join his cause but that is a much more long term project. The Irish man was set to make a speech outside the former parliament building in the net few days where he would encourage the Russians to work hard and fight strong for what they were along with promoting Anti-West views and blaming them for a bunch of things as again Jonathon had recently declared war against the world governments and needed as much help as he could get.<br/><br/>The Tibetan conflict was another place Jonathon was getting involved and was actually requested to come by the King himself but denied for safety reasons instead sending six of his men who fought in Ireland to provide training using the same method as he id in the Gambia along with this Jonathon sent a small amount of financial aid all of which would meet up with Tibetan forces at the Indian border.<br/><br/>Jonathon sat in his hotel room getting ready to go outside as the morning light shun into his dark room alone and quiet like most other days he spent where he was not being hunted or doing major work. The man looked at his South Korean made phone and started it up before going to the call option and sitting for a few seconds before finally speaking,"" Call... Kemal Kılıçdaroğlu"", the man said as he let out a small and devilish smile as he called one of his greatest enemies.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Canberra</span><br/><br/>Kemal sat in the conference room talking with the Albanian and Australian leaders, ""I do not really see what the big deal is about Kosovo for Serbia. Yes, they lost a battle their hundreds of years ago, against my ancestors by the way, and now the claim it as their own. If Turkey did that, we would own Vienna. Kosovo want to join Albania but-"" Kemal turned and saw a Presidential Guard enter the room he said ""Size efendim telefon, Sayın Jonathan çan çağırıyor."" (The phone for you sir, Mr jonathan bell is calling.). Kemal looked pulsed and took the phone , he turned to the fellow leaders, ""Its Mr Bell"". <br/><br/>He stood up and left the room. He then answered and said. ""Kemal Kılıçdaroğlu, President of the Republic of Turkey speaking. Am i right in hearing this is one Mr Bell?, the one who faces the death penalty in Northern Cyprus? What can I do for you? ""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Anti-ballistic missile site, Turkey</span><br/><br/>The joint Turkish/American site suddenly erupted in to activity. American soldiers began running to position, manning SAM missiles and checking controls. The Turkish troops in the garrison looked on in horror, the commander of the force, Major Mustafa Pasha ran to the American/Turkish control room where his friend the American commander stood over a map ""Alex! What the hell is going on! What is happening? Have the Russians launched missiles?"" he said in a mixture of Turkish and English (the American could understand both).</div></blockquote><br/><br/>"" Sorry sir, that's classified, all Anti Ballistic missile systems in Asia and Eastern Europe have been ordered to DEFCON 2 readiness, if you want to know, talk to our commander, we just been ordered to full readiness."" He answered messing with controls"
2094,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=750,2014-12-16T09:36:00,Elepis,"<blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22812780#p22812780"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22812663#p22812663"">wrote</a>:</cite>""My name is not Mr. Williams, it is William Aniston. Furthermore, how can you accuse me of it? Why not Xi's men or terrorists"" William had given the signal. All of the C4 detonated and within seconds the dam was gone, replaced by a torrent of rushing water.</div></blockquote><br/>""You are the only nation in the region that can do that. Northern China knows the devastation of the factories that they own."" As water starts to flood the river, General Quinghai take control of 1 million men run into the last part of Tibet. Turning the fighting in the cities into a more deathing blow. The new Krenzian flag was placed on the last major cities of Tibet.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The Prime Minister looked on in horror at the argument, a member of the NIO ran in and handed him a piece of paper ""düzüşmek"" (fu**) he said, he then turned to the delegates ""GENTLEMEN! The three gorges dam has burst, a wave has enveloped Wuhan, a city with a population of 10 million. Mr Bell has taken responsibility but this has not been verified."" As he said it the colour drained from Xi's and Deyallets faces and the GGC troops behind readied their guns in case violence broke out."
2095,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=750,2014-12-16T09:40:00,Elepis,"<blockquote><div><cite>Of The Rnclave <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22816846#p22816846"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Elepis <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22816748#p22816748"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Canberra</span><br/><br/>Kemal sat in the conference room talking with the Albanian and Australian leaders, ""I do not really see what the big deal is about Kosovo for Serbia. Yes, they lost a battle their hundreds of years ago, against my ancestors by the way, and now the claim it as their own. If Turkey did that, we would own Vienna. Kosovo want to join Albania but-"" Kemal turned and saw a Presidential Guard enter the room he said ""Size efendim telefon, Sayın Jonathan çan çağırıyor."" (The phone for you sir, Mr jonathan bell is calling.). Kemal looked pulsed and took the phone , he turned to the fellow leaders, ""Its Mr Bell"". <br/><br/>He stood up and left the room. He then answered and said. ""Kemal Kılıçdaroğlu, President of the Republic of Turkey speaking. Am i right in hearing this is one Mr Bell?, the one who faces the death penalty in Northern Cyprus? What can I do for you? ""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Anti-ballistic missile site, Turkey</span><br/><br/>The joint Turkish/American site suddenly erupted in to activity. American soldiers began running to position, manning SAM missiles and checking controls. The Turkish troops in the garrison looked on in horror, the commander of the force, Major Mustafa Pasha ran to the American/Turkish control room where his friend the American commander stood over a map ""Alex! What the hell is going on! What is happening? Have the Russians launched missiles?"" he said in a mixture of Turkish and English (the American could understand both).</div></blockquote><br/><br/>"" Sorry sir, that's classified, all Anti Ballistic missile systems in Asia and Eastern Europe have been ordered to DEFCON 2 readiness, if you want to know, talk to our commander, we just been ordered to full readiness."" He answered messing with controls</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Düzüşmek! Düzüşmek!"" he shouted ""Alex, which commander, how high do I have to go? Has Central Command* authorized this?, is WW3 beginning? We need to know Alex, this is Turkey""<br/><br/>* OOC: That is Turkish Central Command"
2096,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=750,2014-12-16T09:43:00,Of The Rnclave,"<blockquote><div><cite>Elepis <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22816917#p22816917"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Of The Rnclave <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22816846#p22816846"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>"" Sorry sir, that's classified, all Anti Ballistic missile systems in Asia and Eastern Europe have been ordered to DEFCON 2 readiness, if you want to know, talk to our commander, we just been ordered to full readiness."" He answered messing with controls</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Düzüşmek! Düzüşmek!"" he shouted ""Alex, which commander, how high do I have to go? Has Central Command* authorized this?, is WW3 beginning? We need to know Alex, this is Turkey""<br/><br/>* OOC: That is Turkish Central Command</div></blockquote><br/><br/>"" All you are allowed to know by order of the Federal Governemnt, is that Tibet will be free in a week. We ask you move to high alertness, but in a way that doesn't alert China to our plan. This is the biggest military operation we have performed in this century, it has been planned down to every minute of the Operation. We can not be given away, or this will all fail and be an international disaster."" He finished in a low voice, a friendly voice turning into a hard one."
2097,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=750,2014-12-16T10:48:00,Protector Galactics,"<blockquote><div><cite>Of The Rnclave <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22816943#p22816943"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Elepis <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22816917#p22816917"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""Düzüşmek! Düzüşmek!"" he shouted ""Alex, which commander, how high do I have to go? Has Central Command* authorized this?, is WW3 beginning? We need to know Alex, this is Turkey""<br/><br/>* OOC: That is Turkish Central Command</div></blockquote><br/><br/>"" All you are allowed to know by order of the Federal Governemnt, is that Tibet will be free in a week. We ask you move to high alertness, but in a way that doesn't alert China to our plan. This is the biggest military operation we have performed in this century, it has been planned down to every minute of the Operation. We can not be given away, or this will all fail and be an international disaster."" He finished in a low voice, a friendly voice turning into a hard one.</div></blockquote><br/>Immiediatly,Chinese nuclear reactor's in all the cities kicked in emergency power. The great floods had destroyed hundreds of Northern Chinese business. It was the worst man made disaster China faced in a century. 500 T-90 tanks began to mobilize to the borders of Pakistan and Tibet. The first test of 20 J-20 fighter jets were put to the test against the American F-35. 5 million men were drafted into the military and prepared for war against America. The Mobilization will last for a week. 4 MOABs were ready just incase. The Chinese will soon match the American force.<br/>Delayette ordered 150 nuclear missile's to start targeting the American Home Coastlines. Including the cities. Los Angeles, Seattle, San Diego, San Francisco, and Anchorage. Delayette wanted the Americans to meet him."
2098,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=750,2014-12-16T11:36:00,Mattijana,"<blockquote><div><cite>Of The Rnclave <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22816676#p22816676"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">NATIONAL SECURITY ROOM</span></span><br/><br/>The men stood around the table, a map of China covered the wall, the recent North South split labeled and drawn up, as well as Tibet. The Generals there had one job, draw up a plan to push the Chinese out of Tibet. The Plan, dubbed Operation Falcon, was a three pronged strike to confuse and demoralize Chinese troops, splitting them up and making it easier to push them out of Tibet. The Operation as a total would begin in Pakistan, with a short stint of flyover in India. The troops would assemble in Pakistan, gear up and move through India while air strikes hopefully disabled Chinese logistics and command. All factors in the Operation were as followed-<br/><br/>80,000 US Marines<br/>450 M1A3 Abrams<br/>30 F-35's <br/>4 B-1 Lancers <br/>2 E-Bombs to be detonated in Tibet<br/><br/>Tibet would need to move all important military tech into underground tunnels, and link up with US forces when they arrived, possibly provide a air field for the USA to rearm and refuel planes.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: India<br/>United States of America<br/><span style=""color: #FF0000"">UNBREAKABLE ENCRYPTION</span><br/><br/>You are no doubt angered over Chinese incursion into your lands, as are we and the rest of the world. So we have drawn up plans to push them away from your border and out of Tibet, if you will allow us a place to rearm, refuel and move our troops through on the way to Tibet. When our forces arrive in Pakistan, or India if you allow us to base there, we will send a General to discuss the Operation and India's role in it, if you so wish</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Tibet<br/>United States of America <br/><span style=""color: #00FF00"">NO ENCRYPTION </span><br/><br/>We have a plan to push China out of Tibet, we will invade through the North, bearing down upon them while you push them out. Hopefully the detonation of our E Bomb over Beijing and Shanghai should cripple them long enough to push down and capture a few cities, forcing them to sue for peace. Have your forces ready to link up with our troops when they arrive in Tibet for a final push to Beijing.</blockquote><br/> <br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">TO ALL US NAVAL AND AVIATION ASSETS IN ASIA<br/><span style=""color: #FF0000"">UNBREAKABLE ENCRYPTION- US ARMED FORCES ASIACOM</span><br/><br/>PRECEDE TO DEFCON 3 READINESS. SEVENTH FLEET MUST MOVE TO AUSTRALIA FOR REFUELING AND REARMAMENT. ALL ANTI BALLISTIC MISSILE FORCES IN ASIA MUST BE AT DEFCON 2 READINESS UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE.</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/>The military generals of South Korea also had a map laid out in front of them. What's more, they had a plan to put China in deep trouble. For this, they looked to history. Every empire to have fought on two fronts had eventually collapsed. The Romans, Napoleon and Hitler were eventually defeated because they couldn't stretch their forces across their territory.<br/><br/>This would work well in the case of China. The planned U.S invasion if Tibet would stretch Chinese forces in the South-West whilst a South Korean invasion of China would stretch forces in the North-East, the opposite corner of a vast country. It was brilliant.<br/><br/>There was however a flaw in this plan. North Korea stood between South Korea and a free route into China. This left South Korea with two options:<br/><br/>Invade North Korea and then push through into China.<br/>Or<br/>Launch an invasion of China by sea.<br/><br/>Both these plans had flaws, but generals favoured the surprise attack by sea. However they decided to write to the U.S for support.<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Message to: the U.S.A<br/>Message from: South Korea MOD<br/>Encryption: Top secret<br/><br/>Greetings America<br/><br/>We have heard you are planning to chase the Chinese out if Tibet. We also have a plan to stop the crimes committed against the Tibetan people with an attack on China from our corner. However we have two options and wish to consult your MOD for advice.<br/><br/>Option one is to invade North Korea and then enter China from the land border with China. Option two is to bypass North Korea and enter China from sea. We currently favour option two.<br/><br/>We also write to you to ask for help. You have the biggest military in the world and whilst we appreciate that you will commit many men to the Tibetan attack and your own defences. A few men would be very much accepted.<br/><br/>Many Thanks<br/><br/>South Korean MOD</blockquote>"
2099,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=750,2014-12-16T12:45:00,Elepis,"<blockquote><div><cite>Of The Rnclave <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22816943#p22816943"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Elepis <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22816917#p22816917"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""Düzüşmek! Düzüşmek!"" he shouted ""Alex, which commander, how high do I have to go? Has Central Command* authorized this?, is WW3 beginning? We need to know Alex, this is Turkey""<br/><br/>* OOC: That is Turkish Central Command</div></blockquote><br/><br/>"" All you are allowed to know by order of the Federal Governemnt, is that Tibet will be free in a week. We ask you move to high alertness, but in a way that doesn't alert China to our plan. This is the biggest military operation we have performed in this century, it has been planned down to every minute of the Operation. We can not be given away, or this will all fail and be an international disaster."" He finished in a low voice, a friendly voice turning into a hard one.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""You over estimate my powers Alex, I am just a Major, I cannot raise the DEFCON level of the whole Republic. Central government would need to authorize that.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Gambia</span><br/><br/>the 2,000 strong Gambian/Turkish forces (1,500 Turkish maroon berets, 500 Gambian regular) army were making easy headway through the rebel forces. The rebels armed with AK-47, RPG's and light artillery (what was left after the initial air strikes) were woefully under equipped and trained against the elite Turkish forces armed with the latest western guns and armoured personnel carriers. If for any reason the troops were halted, they would simply call in air strikes by the Turkish and Gambian air forces. The new Turkish attack Helicopters were especially adapt at clearing away rebel forces. At one point, a Gambian M60 Patton and a number of Turkish and Gambian troops were bogged down in a small valley under heavy rebel fire from DShk machine guns, RPG-7's and 120-PM-43 mortars. The government troops called in a single T129 ATAK attack helicopter which fired its 8 hellfire missiles and cleared away the rebels.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To USA<br/>TOP SECRET<br/><br/>The Republic would like to know why you have ordered our joint missile stations to be put on alert, we would also like to know if our joint nuclear weapons will be put on similar alerts. <br/><br/>PM Gürsel Tekin</blockquote>"
2100,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=750,2014-12-16T12:57:00,Of The Rnclave,"<blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22817433#p22817433"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Of The Rnclave <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22816943#p22816943"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>"" All you are allowed to know by order of the Federal Governemnt, is that Tibet will be free in a week. We ask you move to high alertness, but in a way that doesn't alert China to our plan. This is the biggest military operation we have performed in this century, it has been planned down to every minute of the Operation. We can not be given away, or this will all fail and be an international disaster."" He finished in a low voice, a friendly voice turning into a hard one.</div></blockquote><br/>Immiediatly,Chinese nuclear reactor's in all the cities kicked in emergency power. The great floods had destroyed hundreds of Northern Chinese business. It was the worst man made disaster China faced in a century. 500 T-90 tanks began to mobilize to the borders of Pakistan and Tibet. The first test of 20 J-20 fighter jets were put to the test against the American F-35. 5 million men were drafted into the military and prepared for war against America. The Mobilization will last for a week. 4 MOABs were ready just incase. The Chinese will soon match the American force. <br/>Delayette ordered 150 nuclear missile's to start targeting the American Home Coastlines. Including the cities. Los Angeles, Seattle, San Diego, San Francisco, and Anchorage. Delayette wanted the Americans to meet him.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>General Petraeus sat in his seat on the plan as it approached South China. The operator picked up the headset calling out to air traffic control<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: South China<br/>United States of America<br/><br/>We see you have aimed missiles at our bases. We have sent a General of our nation to discuss an end to tensions with this new Governemnt.</blockquote>"
2101,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=750,2014-12-16T12:59:00,Of The Rnclave,"<blockquote><div><cite>Elepis <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22818281#p22818281"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Of The Rnclave <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22816943#p22816943"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>"" All you are allowed to know by order of the Federal Governemnt, is that Tibet will be free in a week. We ask you move to high alertness, but in a way that doesn't alert China to our plan. This is the biggest military operation we have performed in this century, it has been planned down to every minute of the Operation. We can not be given away, or this will all fail and be an international disaster."" He finished in a low voice, a friendly voice turning into a hard one.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""You over estimate my powers Alex, I am just a Major, I cannot raise the DEFCON level of the whole Republic. Central government would need to authorize that.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Gambia</span><br/><br/>the 2,000 strong Gambian/Turkish forces (1,500 Turkish maroon berets, 500 Gambian regular) army were making easy headway through the rebel forces. The rebels armed with AK-47, RPG's and light artillery (what was left after the initial air strikes) were woefully under equipped and trained against the elite Turkish forces armed with the latest western guns and armoured personnel carriers. If for any reason the troops were halted, they would simply call in air strikes by the Turkish and Gambian air forces. The new Turkish attack Helicopters were especially adapt at clearing away rebel forces. At one point, a Gambian M60 Patton and a number of Turkish and Gambian troops were bogged down in a small valley under heavy rebel fire from DShk machine guns, RPG-7's and 120-PM-43 mortars. The government troops called in a single T129 ATAK attack helicopter which fired its 8 hellfire missiles and cleared away the rebels.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To USA<br/>TOP SECRET<br/><br/>The Republic would like to know why you have ordered our joint missile stations to be put on alert, we would also like to know if our joint nuclear weapons will be put on similar alerts. <br/><br/>PM Gürsel Tekin</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Turkey<br/>United States of America<br/><span style=""color: #FF0000"">TOP SECRET</span><br/><br/>We intend to push the Chinese out of Tibet, and ensure the safety if the nation. Make sure your missile defenses remain on high alert,and that your military be ready to defend itself.</blockquote>"
2102,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=750,2014-12-16T13:05:00,Of The Rnclave,"<blockquote><div><cite>Mattijana <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22817785#p22817785"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Of The Rnclave <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22816676#p22816676"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">NATIONAL SECURITY ROOM</span></span><br/><br/>The men stood around the table, a map of China covered the wall, the recent North South split labeled and drawn up, as well as Tibet. The Generals there had one job, draw up a plan to push the Chinese out of Tibet. The Plan, dubbed Operation Falcon, was a three pronged strike to confuse and demoralize Chinese troops, splitting them up and making it easier to push them out of Tibet. The Operation as a total would begin in Pakistan, with a short stint of flyover in India. The troops would assemble in Pakistan, gear up and move through India while air strikes hopefully disabled Chinese logistics and command. All factors in the Operation were as followed-<br/><br/>80,000 US Marines<br/>450 M1A3 Abrams<br/>30 F-35's <br/>4 B-1 Lancers <br/>2 E-Bombs to be detonated in Tibet<br/><br/>Tibet would need to move all important military tech into underground tunnels, and link up with US forces when they arrived, possibly provide a air field for the USA to rearm and refuel planes.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: India<br/>United States of America<br/><span style=""color: #FF0000"">UNBREAKABLE ENCRYPTION</span><br/><br/>You are no doubt angered over Chinese incursion into your lands, as are we and the rest of the world. So we have drawn up plans to push them away from your border and out of Tibet, if you will allow us a place to rearm, refuel and move our troops through on the way to Tibet. When our forces arrive in Pakistan, or India if you allow us to base there, we will send a General to discuss the Operation and India's role in it, if you so wish</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Tibet<br/>United States of America <br/><span style=""color: #00FF00"">NO ENCRYPTION </span><br/><br/>We have a plan to push China out of Tibet, we will invade through the North, bearing down upon them while you push them out. Hopefully the detonation of our E Bomb over Beijing and Shanghai should cripple them long enough to push down and capture a few cities, forcing them to sue for peace. Have your forces ready to link up with our troops when they arrive in Tibet for a final push to Beijing.</blockquote><br/> <br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">TO ALL US NAVAL AND AVIATION ASSETS IN ASIA<br/><span style=""color: #FF0000"">UNBREAKABLE ENCRYPTION- US ARMED FORCES ASIACOM</span><br/><br/>PRECEDE TO DEFCON 3 READINESS. SEVENTH FLEET MUST MOVE TO AUSTRALIA FOR REFUELING AND REARMAMENT. ALL ANTI BALLISTIC MISSILE FORCES IN ASIA MUST BE AT DEFCON 2 READINESS UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE.</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/>The military generals of South Korea also had a map laid out in front of them. What's more, they had a plan to put China in deep trouble. For this, they looked to history. Every empire to have fought on two fronts had eventually collapsed. The Romans, Napoleon and Hitler were eventually defeated because they couldn't stretch their forces across their territory.<br/><br/>This would work well in the case of China. The planned U.S invasion if Tibet would stretch Chinese forces in the South-West whilst a South Korean invasion of China would stretch forces in the North-East, the opposite corner of a vast country. It was brilliant.<br/><br/>There was however a flaw in this plan. North Korea stood between South Korea and a free route into China. This left South Korea with two options:<br/><br/>Invade North Korea and then push through into China.<br/>Or<br/>Launch an invasion of China by sea.<br/><br/>Both these plans had flaws, but generals favoured the surprise attack by sea. However they decided to write to the U.S for support.<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Message to: the U.S.A<br/>Message from: South Korea MOD<br/>Encryption: Top secret<br/><br/>Greetings America<br/><br/>We have heard you are planning to chase the Chinese out if Tibet. We also have a plan to stop the crimes committed against the Tibetan people with an attack on China from our corner. However we have two options and wish to consult your MOD for advice.<br/><br/>Option one is to invade North Korea and then enter China from the land border with China. Option two is to bypass North Korea and enter China from sea. We currently favour option two.<br/><br/>We also write to you to ask for help. You have the biggest military in the world and whilst we appreciate that you will commit many men to the Tibetan attack and your own defences. A few men would be very much accepted.<br/><br/>Many Thanks<br/><br/>South Korean MOD</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: South Korea<br/>United States of America<br/><span style=""color: #FF0000"">TOP SECRET</span><br/><br/>We suggest you use this moment of weakness of China, to defeat your northern neighbor. We will support this and back it up with our naval assets once it is deemed safe to bring them in. We will supply you with an E Bomb to disable all North Korean tech, such as tanks and missiles. Our soldiers in the region will back you up in all operations. Of you insist upon acting upon China, we suggest you disable their navy while they are docked, this will help us to defeat them quickly</blockquote>"
2103,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=750,2014-12-16T13:13:00,Protector Galactics,"<blockquote><div><cite>Of The Rnclave <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22818366#p22818366"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22817433#p22817433"">wrote</a>:</cite>Immiediatly,Chinese nuclear reactor's in all the cities kicked in emergency power. The great floods had destroyed hundreds of Northern Chinese business. It was the worst man made disaster China faced in a century. 500 T-90 tanks began to mobilize to the borders of Pakistan and Tibet. The first test of 20 J-20 fighter jets were put to the test against the American F-35. 5 million men were drafted into the military and prepared for war against America. The Mobilization will last for a week. 4 MOABs were ready just incase. The Chinese will soon match the American force. <br/>Delayette ordered 150 nuclear missile's to start targeting the American Home Coastlines. Including the cities. Los Angeles, Seattle, San Diego, San Francisco, and Anchorage. Delayette wanted the Americans to meet him.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>General Petraeus sat in his seat on the plan as it approached South China. The operator picked up the headset calling out to air traffic control <br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: South China<br/>United States of America<br/><br/>We see you have aimed missiles at our bases. We have sent a General of our nation to discuss an end to tensions with this new Governemnt.</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>To: U.S<br/>From: South China <br/>We would like to meet. Anything to finish this conflict. Please meet in our airbase in Tibet.</div></blockquote>"
2104,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=750,2014-12-16T13:25:00,Mattijana,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Message to: the U.S.A<br/>Message from: South Korea MOD<br/>Encryption: top secret<br/><br/>Greetings once more, we are very grateful for you cooperation and we wish you well in Tibet. If you require any extra finances or resources, we are happy to comply.<br/><br/>South Korea MOD</blockquote>"
2105,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=750,2014-12-16T13:58:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Elepis <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22816879#p22816879"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22812780#p22812780"">wrote</a>:</cite>""You are the only nation in the region that can do that. Northern China knows the devastation of the factories that they own."" As water starts to flood the river, General Quinghai take control of 1 million men run into the last part of Tibet. Turning the fighting in the cities into a more deathing blow. The new Krenzian flag was placed on the last major cities of Tibet.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The Prime Minister looked on in horror at the argument, a member of the NIO ran in and handed him a piece of paper ""düzüşmek"" (fu**) he said, he then turned to the delegates ""GENTLEMEN! The three gorges dam has burst, a wave has enveloped Wuhan, a city with a population of 10 million. Mr Bell has taken responsibility but this has not been verified."" As he said it the colour drained from Xi's and Deyallets faces and the GGC troops behind readied their guns in case violence broke out.</div></blockquote><br/>""Oh. My. God. That... That... wow"" William's CIA acting skills kicked in ""Gentlemen, we all have a common enemy now, Johnathon"""
2106,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=750,2014-12-16T14:04:00,Of The Rnclave,"<blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22818508#p22818508"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Of The Rnclave <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22818366#p22818366"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>General Petraeus sat in his seat on the plan as it approached South China. The operator picked up the headset calling out to air traffic control <br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: South China<br/>United States of America<br/><br/>We see you have aimed missiles at our bases. We have sent a General of our nation to discuss an end to tensions with this new Governemnt.</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>To: U.S<br/>From: South China <br/>We would like to meet. Anything to finish this conflict. Please meet in our airbase in Tibet.</div></blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: South China<br/>United State of America<br/><br/>We will pay you 200 million to stay neutral in any coming conflicts, once they have started</blockquote>"
2107,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=750,2014-12-16T14:09:00,Australian Antarctica,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Tibet</span><br/>The Chinese were sitting ducks to Tibetan snipers. Every few minutes a single shot would ring out and another Chinese officer would fall. By the time airstrikes or artillery arrived, the Sniper would be gone. This tactic had two goals, 1. Disrupt the Chinese chain of command 2. Demoralize the soldiers to the point of surrender."
2108,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=750,2014-12-16T14:14:00,Republika Srpska Party,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Canberra, Commonwealth of Australia</span><br/><br/>When Tomislav Nikolic arrived at the Australian Governmental Building, the Police lights are to be seen through the front windows of the building. He opened his limousine door, with the his 8 guards coming out of the two SUVs. ""What a nice day to meet those people... Was about time to arrive, this took a little bit long, and I think we're late."" said the President, one of the guards spoke ""I think we're only 7 minutes late, nothing that bad."". The guards are armed with Zastava M70 Assault rifles and as a secondary, an CZ99 Pistol. President Tomislav Nikolic walk'd up the stairs of the building, opening the door ""Hello, Gentleman."" said he. ""I know I was call'd for peace talks between Albania and Serbia, but I guess that includes Australia also."", he took a seat, drinking a latte and getting ready for politics that are going to happen."
2109,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=750,2014-12-16T14:31:00,Licata,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Canberra, Commonwealth of Australia</span></span><br/><br/>Out of frustration the Italian delegation set off to the meeting on foot. After a twenty minute walk they arrive. They send one of the eighteen guards to inform their hosts of their presence and to request permission to enter."
2110,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=750,2014-12-16T15:01:00,The North German Commonwealth,"<blockquote><div><cite>Republika Srpska Party <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22819174#p22819174"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Canberra, Commonwealth of Australia</span><br/><br/>When Tomislav Nikolic arrived at the Australian Governmental Building, the Police lights are to be seen through the front windows of the building. He opened his limousine door, with the his 8 guards coming out of the two SUVs. ""What a nice day to meet those people... Was about time to arrive, this took a little bit long, and I think we're late."" said the President, one of the guards spoke ""I think we're only 7 minutes late, nothing that bad."". The guards are armed with Zastava M70 Assault rifles and as a secondary, an CZ99 Pistol. President Tomislav Nikolic walk'd up the stairs of the building, opening the door ""Hello, Gentleman."" said he. ""I know I was call'd for peace talks between Albania and Serbia, but I guess that includes Australia also."", he took a seat, drinking a latte and getting ready for politics that are going to happen.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>CANBERRA, COMMONWEALTH OF AUSTRALIA:<br/>""Hello, President Nikolic. I would offer you my hand in friendship, but knowing you, you would probably spit on it."" Prime Minister Edi Rama spat out, glaring at Nikolic while his guards took a defense stance in a semi-circle around Edi, and gave an ""Attack, I dare you"" look at the Serbian guards. Then, Edi noticed something. ""Wait, Wait. Peace talks? Whatever do you mean? Serbia and The Federation are not at war. Unless... No. Tell me this is not true. You have not attacked, have you? My sources have not informed me of such actions!""<br/><br/>FEDERATION-SERBIA BORDER:<br/>Troops all across the border started a massive project: An order had gone out from High Command to begin building a wall on the border between Serbia and The Federation. When finished, this wall would be able to withstand multiple artillery blasts in consecutive order, and be able to keep hundreds of troops on top of the wall to fire on invaders. The wall was to be monumentous, a towering 30-feet tall, and estimated to be finished in 6 months at the least. However, the first layer, around 10 feet, is being built as fast as possible, to prepare for war. The first layer will take 1-2 months to complete."
2111,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=750,2014-12-16T15:14:00,Elepis,"<blockquote><div><cite>Republika Srpska Party <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22819174#p22819174"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Canberra, Commonwealth of Australia</span><br/><br/>When Tomislav Nikolic arrived at the Australian Governmental Building, the Police lights are to be seen through the front windows of the building. He opened his limousine door, with the his 8 guards coming out of the two SUVs. ""What a nice day to meet those people... Was about time to arrive, this took a little bit long, and I think we're late."" said the President, one of the guards spoke ""I think we're only 7 minutes late, nothing that bad."". The guards are armed with Zastava M70 Assault rifles and as a secondary, an CZ99 Pistol. President Tomislav Nikolic walk'd up the stairs of the building, opening the door ""Hello, Gentleman."" said he. ""I know I was call'd for peace talks between Albania and Serbia, but I guess that includes Australia also."", he took a seat, drinking a latte and getting ready for politics that are going to happen.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Şükrü Sina Gürel, the foreign minister had taken over the phone call to Mr Bell and the President returned to the room when the Serbian entered. ""Mr President, I hope you had a nice trip here... Anyway the Republic of Turkey and the Federation of Albania-Kosovo have one very simple demand that will cause no harm to Serbia, in fact it will make Serbia richer because the west will like it more. Our demand is that the Republic of Serbia drops its groundless claims for ownership over Kosovo and recognize the people of Kosovo's decision to join with Albania. The large majority of Kosovo dose not want to be with Serbia, they want to be with Albania, I ask you to recognize their basic right to self determination. What harm can this do to Serbia? That is all""<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To USA <br/>TOP SECRET<br/><br/>Turkey will comply with what you ask for, we have long been close allies and this will continue. On a different matter, the Republic would like to purchases the following from the USA.<br/>50 M109 howitzers<br/>10 A-10 Thunderbolt IIs<br/><br/>With tensions rising in our region, we believe these will be a valuable asset to the self defense of the Republic.<br/><br/>PM Gürsel Tekin</blockquote>"
2112,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=775,2014-12-16T15:42:00,Of The Rnclave,"<blockquote><div><cite>Elepis <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22819754#p22819754"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Republika Srpska Party <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22819174#p22819174"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Canberra, Commonwealth of Australia</span><br/><br/>When Tomislav Nikolic arrived at the Australian Governmental Building, the Police lights are to be seen through the front windows of the building. He opened his limousine door, with the his 8 guards coming out of the two SUVs. ""What a nice day to meet those people... Was about time to arrive, this took a little bit long, and I think we're late."" said the President, one of the guards spoke ""I think we're only 7 minutes late, nothing that bad."". The guards are armed with Zastava M70 Assault rifles and as a secondary, an CZ99 Pistol. President Tomislav Nikolic walk'd up the stairs of the building, opening the door ""Hello, Gentleman."" said he. ""I know I was call'd for peace talks between Albania and Serbia, but I guess that includes Australia also."", he took a seat, drinking a latte and getting ready for politics that are going to happen.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Şükrü Sina Gürel, the foreign minister had taken over the phone call to Mr Bell and the President returned to the room when the Serbian entered. ""Mr President, I hope you had a nice trip here... Anyway the Republic of Turkey and the Federation of Albania-Kosovo have one very simple demand that will cause no harm to Serbia, in fact it will make Serbia richer because the west will like it more. Our demand is that the Republic of Serbia drops its groundless claims for ownership over Kosovo and recognize the people of Kosovo's decision to join with Albania. The large majority of Kosovo dose not want to be with Serbia, they want to be with Albania, I ask you to recognize their basic right to self determination. What harm can this do to Serbia? That is all""<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To USA <br/>TOP SECRET<br/><br/>Turkey will comply with what you ask for, we have long been close allies and this will continue. On a different matter, the Republic would like to purchases the following from the USA.<br/>50 M109 howitzers<br/>10 A-10 Thunderbolt IIs<br/><br/>With tensions rising in our region, we believe these will be a valuable asset to the self defense of the Republic.<br/><br/>PM Gürsel Tekin</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Turkey<br/>Untied States of America<br/><br/>This will be an easy requisition for you, and we will follow through and sell you 20 A-10's for the price of ten if you so wish. It will help you stabilize the Middle East when your rise to the role</blockquote>"
2113,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=775,2014-12-16T15:53:00,Protector Galactics,"<blockquote><div><cite>Of The Rnclave <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22819053#p22819053"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22818508#p22818508"">wrote</a>:</cite></div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: South China<br/>United State of America<br/><br/>We will pay you 200 million to stay neutral in any coming conflicts, once they have started</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/>To: U.S<br/>From: South China<br/>We gladly accept your offer. But All the Territory that was captured in Tibet by us will remain ours. We will leave Tibet a strip of Borderlands of 10 by 100 miles. Thank you for avoiding a global war. We ask you one last thing. We ask to destroy North China and North Korea. Together, we can end the face of communism from this world."
2114,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=775,2014-12-16T15:55:00,Of The Rnclave,"<blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22820161#p22820161"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Of The Rnclave <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22819053#p22819053"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: South China<br/>United State of America<br/><br/>We will pay you 200 million to stay neutral in any coming conflicts, once they have started</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/>To: U.S<br/>From: South China<br/>We gladly accept your offer. But All the Territory that was captured in Tibet by us will remain ours. We will leave Tibet a strip of Borderlands of 10 by 100 miles. Thank you for avoiding a global war. We ask you one last thing. We ask to destroy North China and North Korea. Together, we can end the face of communism from this world.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: South China<br/>United States ASIACOM<br/><br/>We ask you wait for us to defeat North China and kick them out of North China before you begin your war</blockquote>"
2115,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=775,2014-12-16T16:36:00,Protector Galactics,"""Well Mr. Aniston it is clear that your the one who blew the dam. A Tibetan C4 failed to detonate and it clearly say's made in Tibet. Now my generals just talked to the Americans. The war is over. Massive territory is taken away from you. We now have most of Tibet. The rest is a 10 by 100 miles strip of Borderland between India and Nepal. Your population there is extremely low because its located in the Himalayan mountains. I wish you good luck in living in the harsh temperatures."" Delayette had a smirk in his face and knew that William was lying about the dam. ""And I ask you to pay for the damages of the dam and the business near the river. Also pay for the people that lost their loved ones."""
2116,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=775,2014-12-16T16:40:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22820556#p22820556"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Well Mr. Aniston it is clear that your the one who blew the dam. A Tibetan C4 failed to detonate and it clearly say's made in Tibet. Now my generals just talked to the Americans. The war is over. Massive territory is taken away from you. We now have most of Tibet. The rest is a 10 by 100 miles strip of Borderland between India and Nepal. Your population there is extremely low because its located in the Himalayan mountains. I wish you good luck in living in the harsh temperatures."" Delayette had a smirk in his face and knew that William was lying about the dam. ""And I ask you to pay for the damages of the dam and the business near the river. Also pay for the people that lost their loved ones.""</div></blockquote><br/>""We have never, nor will we ever, produce C4 Explosives. Furthermore, how can you find it after everything, it would most likely be buried under mud and rubble. You are just trying to find an excuse for killing every other Tibetan"""
2117,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=775,2014-12-16T16:46:00,Of The Rnclave,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">OVER TIBET-SOUTH CHINA AREA</span></span><br/><br/>The B-1 Lancer flew above the clouds, it's even being there unknown to the Chinese. It's cargo, a E Bomb. A Non nuclear EMP weapon capable of wiping out all tech within 300 miles of its detonation point. The B-1 gently released it's cargo, the large black bomb plummeting towards the planet unbelievably fast, as it neared, 100 feet from the ground, it burst, the large burst wiping out all tech within its range, tanks, vehicles, weapon sights, and medical equipment, anything that ran off transistors.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">OVER SOUTH CHINESE MILITARY SITES</span></span><br/><br/>The F-35's and B-2 Spirits flew loudly over the bases, releasing their cargo when they deemed nessascsry, the F-35's carried regular piercing bombs and missiles, the B-2's carried MOAB's, the bombs and missiles going off in massive mushroom clouds, before the B-2s streaked way, the F-35's gliding away, still within danger."
2118,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=775,2014-12-16T16:50:00,Protector Galactics,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22820618#p22820618"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22820556#p22820556"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Well Mr. Aniston it is clear that your the one who blew the dam. A Tibetan C4 failed to detonate and it clearly say's made in Tibet. Now my generals just talked to the Americans. The war is over. Massive territory is taken away from you. We now have most of Tibet. The rest is a 10 by 100 miles strip of Borderland between India and Nepal. Your population there is extremely low because its located in the Himalayan mountains. I wish you good luck in living in the harsh temperatures."" Delayette had a smirk in his face and knew that William was lying about the dam. ""And I ask you to pay for the damages of the dam and the business near the river. Also pay for the people that lost their loved ones.""</div></blockquote><br/>""We have never, nor will we ever, produce C4 Explosives. Furthermore, how can you find it after everything, it would most likely be buried under mud and rubble. You are just trying to find an excuse for killing every other Tibetan""</div></blockquote><br/>""It was inside one of the Turbines on the unexploded part of the dam. And not to forget. You used C4 to blow up my troops in Tibet. We have the stories from the survivors from does attacks."" Said Delayette in a voice which made him sound like a detective."
2119,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=775,2014-12-16T16:59:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22820723#p22820723"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22820618#p22820618"">wrote</a>:</cite>""We have never, nor will we ever, produce C4 Explosives. Furthermore, how can you find it after everything, it would most likely be buried under mud and rubble. You are just trying to find an excuse for killing every other Tibetan""</div></blockquote><br/>""It was inside one of the Turbines on the unexploded part of the dam. And not to forget. You used C4 to blow up my troops in Tibet. We have the stories from the survivors from does attacks."" Said Delayette in a voice which made him sound like a detective.</div></blockquote><br/>William looked at his watch, The American strike should be happening right now ""Well, I must be going. Same time tomorrow?"" he said, his voice dripping with acid. He shook hands with Xi and held out his hand to Delayette.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Tibet</span><br/>The 250,000 Tibetan troops had heard the detonation and had been ordered to attack when they 'heard the boom of freedom'. Those who had bayonets used them and those who didn't used the butts of their guns to attack the dazed Chinese. The Tibetans took the high ground wherever possible and rained fire on the Southern troops. The Tanks that they had been storing were used to great effect against the lightly armed Chinese as well as the APCs. The Artillery guns was used with every non-bio shell they could find, to great effect. The mortars were used with smoke to cover advances. Casualties were light on the Tibetan side."
2120,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=775,2014-12-16T17:03:00,Zatak,"""I am the same man Mr. President and I'm only calling to ask you if you could put me on speaker phone so I can enjoy your lovely meeting and sadly you are the only number I have as of now. The thing is I just overthrew a government and blew the three gorges dam so I thought doing something good might help me like stopping Yugoslav war 2.0', Jonathon said as he put on his shirt getting ready to go look around Russia for a little while only now getting the text which kind of shocked him a bit but he put it off for now...."
2121,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=775,2014-12-16T17:14:00,Protector Galactics,"<blockquote><div><cite>Of The Rnclave <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22820680#p22820680"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">OVER TIBET-SOUTH CHINA AREA</span></span><br/><br/>The B-1 Lancer flew above the clouds, it's even being there unknown to the Chinese. It's cargo, a E Bomb. A Non nuclear EMP weapon capable of wiping out all tech within 300 miles of its detonation point. The B-1 gently released it's cargo, the large black bomb plummeting towards the planet unbelievably fast, as it neared, 100 feet from the ground, it burst, the large burst wiping out all tech within its range, tanks, vehicles, weapon sights, and medical equipment, anything that ran off transistors.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">OVER SOUTH CHINESE MILITARY SITES</span></span><br/><br/>The F-35's and B-2 Spirits flew loudly over the bases, releasing their cargo when they deemed nessascsry, the F-35's carried regular piercing bombs and missiles, the B-2's carried MOAB's, the bombs and missiles going off in massive mushroom clouds, before the B-2s streaked way, the F-35's gliding away, still within danger.</div></blockquote><br/>5 Post-Experimental J-20's took off from the islands. Its stealth kept it out of the America B-2 bombers radar. Then the J-20s dived down at the fleaing American force. 2 J-20s used its cannons to destroy the B-2, While the others intercepted the F-35's"
2122,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=775,2014-12-16T17:15:00,Kargintina,"<blockquote><div><cite>The North German Commonwealth <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22819640#p22819640"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Republika Srpska Party <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22819174#p22819174"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Canberra, Commonwealth of Australia</span><br/><br/>When Tomislav Nikolic arrived at the Australian Governmental Building, the Police lights are to be seen through the front windows of the building. He opened his limousine door, with the his 8 guards coming out of the two SUVs. ""What a nice day to meet those people... Was about time to arrive, this took a little bit long, and I think we're late."" said the President, one of the guards spoke ""I think we're only 7 minutes late, nothing that bad."". The guards are armed with Zastava M70 Assault rifles and as a secondary, an CZ99 Pistol. President Tomislav Nikolic walk'd up the stairs of the building, opening the door ""Hello, Gentleman."" said he. ""I know I was call'd for peace talks between Albania and Serbia, but I guess that includes Australia also."", he took a seat, drinking a latte and getting ready for politics that are going to happen.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>CANBERRA, COMMONWEALTH OF AUSTRALIA:<br/>""Hello, President Nikolic. I would offer you my hand in friendship, but knowing you, you would probably spit on it."" Prime Minister Edi Rama spat out, glaring at Nikolic while his guards took a defense stance in a semi-circle around Edi, and gave an ""Attack, I dare you"" look at the Serbian guards. Then, Edi noticed something. ""Wait, Wait. Peace talks? Whatever do you mean? Serbia and The Federation are not at war. Unless... No. Tell me this is not true. You have not attacked, have you? My sources have not informed me of such actions!""<br/></div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Canberra, Commonwealth of Australia</span><br/>""Everyone, everyone, no need to insult or give dirty looks, we're not in the center of Pristina."" Abbott said gently. ""Sit down everyone, now, the main reason for the wishes of both of you in Kosovo is ethical, of course? Now, Kosovo is very important to Serbia, and very important to Albania due to ethnicity, as 90% of modern Kosovo is ethnically Albanian. I believe a sort of ""dual rule"" can be established in Kosovo. Kosovo will remain an automous region in<span style=""font-weight: bold"">both</span>nations. There will be United States esc. elections. A very ""Albanian"" party and a 'Serbian' party. Albania will control domestic affairs of the southern largely Albanian populaces, and Serbia will control the domestic affairs of the north. It will be similar to Kashmir in Central Asia. Both countries can peacefully have a claim on the Kosovo region, and both can support their ethnical groups in Kosovo. I am up for some other suggestions, but that one goes down on the table as my first suggestion."" Abbott looked at all the separate leaders, who all seemed quite quirky."
2123,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=775,2014-12-16T17:22:00,Protector Galactics,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22820808#p22820808"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22820723#p22820723"">wrote</a>:</cite>""It was inside one of the Turbines on the unexploded part of the dam. And not to forget. You used C4 to blow up my troops in Tibet. We have the stories from the survivors from does attacks."" Said Delayette in a voice which made him sound like a detective.</div></blockquote><br/>William looked at his watch, The American strike should be happening right now ""Well, I must be going. Same time tomorrow?"" he said, his voice dripping with acid. He shook hands with Xi and held out his hand to Delayette.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Tibet</span><br/>The 250,000 Tibetan troops had heard the detonation and had been ordered to attack when they 'heard the boom of freedom'. Those who had bayonets used them and those who didn't used the butts of their guns to attack the dazed Chinese. The Tibetans took the high ground wherever possible and rained fire on the Southern troops. The Tanks that they had been storing were used to great effect against the lightly armed Chinese as well as the APCs. The Artillery guns was used with every non-bio shell they could find, to great effect. The mortars were used with smoke to cover advances. Casualties were light on the Tibetan side.</div></blockquote><br/>Delayette shook the kings hand giving him a look in his eye.<br/>Tibet:<br/>400,000 troops that were in the front fixed their bayonets and charged at the Tibetan lines. Machine guns on top of the hills were pinning down any Tibetan force that dared come after them. 100,000 reinforcements were behind the Frontlines to be prepared for a reserve. Behind them were another wall of 100,000 troops. The Chinese force were ready to overwhelm the invaders. By now all of the tunnels were nearly discovered. The tunnels that were found were blocked by hard rocks and dirt. 1970's Chinese jets were now in use. Mig-21's filled the skies over Tibet destroying the outnumbered Tibetan army. 2 million men were now being mobilized to Tibet."
2124,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=775,2014-12-16T17:46:00,Of The Rnclave,"<blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22820961#p22820961"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Of The Rnclave <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22820680#p22820680"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">OVER TIBET-SOUTH CHINA AREA</span></span><br/><br/>The B-1 Lancer flew above the clouds, it's even being there unknown to the Chinese. It's cargo, a E Bomb. A Non nuclear EMP weapon capable of wiping out all tech within 300 miles of its detonation point. The B-1 gently released it's cargo, the large black bomb plummeting towards the planet unbelievably fast, as it neared, 100 feet from the ground, it burst, the large burst wiping out all tech within its range, tanks, vehicles, weapon sights, and medical equipment, anything that ran off transistors.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">OVER SOUTH CHINESE MILITARY SITES</span></span><br/><br/>The F-35's and B-2 Spirits flew loudly over the bases, releasing their cargo when they deemed nessascsry, the F-35's carried regular piercing bombs and missiles, the B-2's carried MOAB's, the bombs and missiles going off in massive mushroom clouds, before the B-2s streaked way, the F-35's gliding away, still within danger.</div></blockquote><br/>5 Post-Experimental J-20's took off from the islands. Its stealth kept it out of the America B-2 bombers radar. Then the J-20s dived down at the fleaing American force. 2 J-20s used its cannons to destroy the B-2, While the others intercepted the F-35's</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The B-2 flew higher as it swooped towards the east, flying quickly towards another Chinese military base, while it had been proven immune to the J-20, the pilots had no clue how things would go once they reached further east.<br/><br/>With the F-35's, it was a completely different story, the J-20's dueled evenly with the American planes high in the sky, already several of the jets had gone down, the J20s abilities out shining the F35 pilots, after all, the men battled for their nations survival. The lead F35 pilot released a tracking missile after a J20, before swooping away.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">ALL OVER SOUTH CHINA</span></span><br/><br/>B-1 Lancers all over the nation dropped their EMP cargo, at least 10 going off total, the at least 5 of those ten B-1's falling to AA fire as they left or as they dropped their cargo. But the planes had accomplished their goal, a majority of China lay without power."
2125,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=775,2014-12-16T17:59:00,Protector Galactics,"<blockquote><div><cite>Of The Rnclave <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22821276#p22821276"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22820961#p22820961"">wrote</a>:</cite>5 Post-Experimental J-20's took off from the islands. Its stealth kept it out of the America B-2 bombers radar. Then the J-20s dived down at the fleaing American force. 2 J-20s used its cannons to destroy the B-2, While the others intercepted the F-35's</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The B-2 flew higher as it swooped towards the east, flying quickly towards another Chinese military base, while it had been proven immune to the J-20, the pilots had no clue how things would go once they reached further east. <br/><br/>With the F-35's, it was a completely different story, the J-20's dueled evenly with the American planes high in the sky, already several of the jets had gone down, the J20s abilities out shining the F35 pilots, after all, the men battled for their nations survival. The lead F35 pilot released a tracking missile after a J20, before swooping away.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">ALL OVER SOUTH CHINA</span></span><br/><br/>B-1 Lancers all over the nation dropped their EMP cargo, at least 10 going off total, the at least 5 of those ten B-1's falling to AA fire as they left or as they dropped their cargo. But the planes had accomplished their goal, a majority of China lay without power.</div></blockquote><br/>The J-20's being attacked released their countermeasures avoiding the missiles harm. The J-20's open their air brakes and slowed down throttle and pushed their noses up. Letting the F-35 pass, One of the J-20's bursted into flames after one of the missiles failed to release. The others entered a large dog fight at the Americans using their cannons to engage the fighters. 20 miles away 5 more J-20's took off to intercept the B-2's. The airbase warned the small islands and prepared their manually operated SAM's missile's. These missiles had a TV camera on it with live feed with a remote control in the base's"
2126,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=775,2014-12-16T18:10:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22821043#p22821043"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22820808#p22820808"">wrote</a>:</cite>William looked at his watch, The American strike should be happening right now ""Well, I must be going. Same time tomorrow?"" he said, his voice dripping with acid. He shook hands with Xi and held out his hand to Delayette.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Tibet</span><br/>The 250,000 Tibetan troops had heard the detonation and had been ordered to attack when they 'heard the boom of freedom'. Those who had bayonets used them and those who didn't used the butts of their guns to attack the dazed Chinese. The Tibetans took the high ground wherever possible and rained fire on the Southern troops. The Tanks that they had been storing were used to great effect against the lightly armed Chinese as well as the APCs. The Artillery guns was used with every non-bio shell they could find, to great effect. The mortars were used with smoke to cover advances. Casualties were light on the Tibetan side.</div></blockquote><br/>Delayette shook the kings hand giving him a look in his eye.<br/>Tibet:<br/>400,000 troops that were in the front fixed their bayonets and charged at the Tibetan lines. Machine guns on top of the hills were pinning down any Tibetan force that dared come after them. 100,000 reinforcements were behind the Frontlines to be prepared for a reserve. Behind them were another wall of 100,000 troops. The Chinese force were ready to overwhelm the invaders. By now all of the tunnels were nearly discovered. The tunnels that were found were blocked by hard rocks and dirt. 1970's Chinese jets were now in use. Mig-21's filled the skies over Tibet destroying the outnumbered Tibetan army. 2 million men were now being mobilized to Tibet.</div></blockquote><br/>The Tibetans had already set up their MG nests and defensive positions by the time the Chinese counter-attacked. There were no clear lines to target either. The MGs had been set up in no order, just where ever there was high ground, be it a hill or a building. The Chinese were easy targets for the Machine gunners, mortar men, and snipers. Pretty soon the field was littered with the bodies of both Chinese and Tibetans who had not reached safe ground in time. The tanks and APCs were always on the move to keep from getting destroyed, already 3 tanks and 8 APCs were gone. The Artillery was towed back underground. Shoot 'n scoot was the only way to survive."
2127,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=775,2014-12-16T18:27:00,Protector Galactics,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22821560#p22821560"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22821043#p22821043"">wrote</a>:</cite>Delayette shook the kings hand giving him a look in his eye.<br/>Tibet:<br/>400,000 troops that were in the front fixed their bayonets and charged at the Tibetan lines. Machine guns on top of the hills were pinning down any Tibetan force that dared come after them. 100,000 reinforcements were behind the Frontlines to be prepared for a reserve. Behind them were another wall of 100,000 troops. The Chinese force were ready to overwhelm the invaders. By now all of the tunnels were nearly discovered. The tunnels that were found were blocked by hard rocks and dirt. 1970's Chinese jets were now in use. Mig-21's filled the skies over Tibet destroying the outnumbered Tibetan army. 2 million men were now being mobilized to Tibet.</div></blockquote><br/>The Tibetans had already set up their MG nests and defensive positions by the time the Chinese counter-attacked. There were no clear lines to target either. The MGs had been set up in no order, just where ever there was high ground, be it a hill or a building. The Chinese were easy targets for the Machine gunners, mortar men, and snipers. Pretty soon the field was littered with the bodies of both Chinese and Tibetans who had not reached safe ground in time. The tanks and APCs were always on the move to keep from getting destroyed, already 3 tanks and 8 APCs were gone. The Artillery was towed back underground. Shoot 'n scoot was the only way to survive.</div></blockquote><br/>Artillery fired their smoke shells all over the battle ground which gave the Chinese time to lay and explosive traps on the ground. Katyushas manually fired their missiles into the enemy position which also gave the Chinese time reload and prepare for a second strike.<br/>Generals all over Tibet and China were planing a way to close off the Tibetan supply forces to crush the army before even more men get killed. Hind attack helicopter took off heading to the Chinese attack zone."
2128,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=775,2014-12-16T18:27:00,Greater Mobile,"<div align=""center""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">The Republic of Rwanda</span></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/2k5Q2tS.png?1""/><br/><span style=""font-size: 85%; line-height: 116%;"">Unity, Work, Patriotism</span></div><br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Kigali, Rwanda</span><br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 20px;"">President</span>Kagame paced in his office anxiously. It had been an eternity waiting on a reply from the UK, and it was starting to look like a reply would not come at all. It is likely that the Brits just decided to ignore Rwanda. Just like the rest of the world when our people were being butchered on the streets by the thousands.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 20px;"">Kagame</span>scoffed as he recounted the pleas for help that went unanswered... And apparently still go unanswered. He had lost faith in the West. Now, he will divert his diplomatic efforts somewhere a little closer to home.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""margin-left: 20px;"">""Gambia!,""</span></span>He though to himself excitedly,<span style=""font-style: italic"">""they are currently battling amongst themselves, but with powerful allies at their backs. Perhaps if Rwanda can aid Gambia, it can lead to building relationships with all parties involved...""</span><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Gambia""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/2k5Q2tS.png?1""/></div><br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Official Diplomatic Communique of the Republic of Rwanda</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">To:</span>The government of Gambia| <span style=""font-weight: bold"">From:</span> President Paul Kagame, The Republic of Rwanda| <span style=""font-weight: bold"">CC:</span> Ambassador Bernard Gasana|<br/> <span style=""font-weight: bold"">Regarding:</span> Lack of diplomacy<br/>Urgency: <span style=""color: green"">low</span>| Encryption: <span style=""color: red"">high</span><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 25px;"">To</span> whom it may concern, within the higher offices of Gambia,<br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 20px;"">I</span> would like to start by congratulating on your many military successes against those within your nation who seek to bring disorder upon your peoples. I offer my condolences for those who you have lost, and pray for a quick and decisive victory for your forces.<br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 20px;"">I</span> know this is unorthodox - sending a communique rather than a diplomat to open up non-existent diplomatic channels - but I am sure you of all people understand the importance of time saved. You see, Rwanda is sympathetic to your cause. We fully support you and your allies, and we wish to make that known. For too long Africa has looked abroad for help, and bypassed her brothers and sisters here on our continent , I know that is true for Rwanda, anyway.<br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 20px;"">I</span> would like to officially announce that I have appointed <span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bernard Gasana</span> as the Rwandan ambassador to Gambia, and I hope you will reciprocate that action. I also hope that one day we can begin the construction of mutual embassies to bring our peoples closer together. <br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 20px;"">Please</span> respond at your earliest convenience, so that we may show our eagerness to bring our nations together under the flags of peace and diplomacy.<br/><br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;"">I hope this message reaches you well.</span><br/><br/> <br/><br/><br/>Sincerely,<br/> Paul Kagame, President of the Republic of Rwanda, and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Cooperation</blockquote></div></div></div>"
2129,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=775,2014-12-16T18:29:00,Licata,"Canberra, Commonwealth of Australia<br/><br/>The Italian delegation burst through the front doors after waiting for about an hour. They walked into the conference room and took their seats. Their actions offended all other parties for the Italians entered as if they owned the place.<br/><br/>Stefan de Mistura and Daniel Bosio introduced them selves. The eighteen armed guards stood proudly, bearing thier homemade(produced in Italy) rifles.<br/><br/>Stefan- ""So, what have we missed?"""
2130,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=775,2014-12-16T18:34:00,The Greater Gambia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Gambia</span><br/><br/>With the artillery back in the hands of the GAF, along with Turkish and Gambian aircraft regaining air superiority, AFP positions were falling left and right. It was chaos. Back at the village of Jenba, the AFP leadership was packing up, getting ready to withdraw from the Gambia. Karimo wasn't just going to run with his tail in between his legs though. He was going to leave a going away present for Banjul.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Banjul</span><br/><br/>It was a bust day as usual in the market. The people were oblivious to the events happening out east. A man sat on a bench, praying with a detonator in his hands. He had been ordered to bomb the market with 4 cannisters of home made mustard gas. If he failed to carry out this order, his family would be killed. He finished his prayer.""I'm sorry."" He whispered as he pressed down on the detonator. The whole market was dead in minutes. Men, women and children were all gasping for air, as they coughed up bits of their lungs. It is estimated that 300 civilians died. A note was found at the scene. It read.""From the AFP with love."""
2131,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=775,2014-12-16T18:40:00,Licata,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Globe</span><br/><br/>Short telegrams were sent out to various nations to discus trade.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">To: Gambia</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">From: The USI</span><br/><br/>We offer you a free shipment of 5,000 ARX 160 assault rifles in exchange for dialogue and live footage from the war zone.</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">To: India</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">From: The USI</span><br/><br/>We offer you a free shipment of 5,000 ARX 160 assault rifles in exchange for dialogue and live footage from the war zone.</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">To: Serbia</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">From: The USI</span><br/><br/>We offer you a free shipment of 5,000 ARX 160 assault rifles in exchange for dialogue and live footage from the conflict zone.</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">To: Tibet</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">From: The USI</span><br/><br/>We offer you a free shipment of 5,000 ARX 160 assault rifles in exchange for dialogue and live footage from the war zone.</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">To: Mexico</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">From: The USI</span><br/><br/>We offer you a free shipment of 5,000 ARX 160 assault rifles in exchange for dialogue and live footage from the war zone.</blockquote></div></div></div>"
2132,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=775,2014-12-16T18:40:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22821718#p22821718"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22821560#p22821560"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Tibetans had already set up their MG nests and defensive positions by the time the Chinese counter-attacked. There were no clear lines to target either. The MGs had been set up in no order, just where ever there was high ground, be it a hill or a building. The Chinese were easy targets for the Machine gunners, mortar men, and snipers. Pretty soon the field was littered with the bodies of both Chinese and Tibetans who had not reached safe ground in time. The tanks and APCs were always on the move to keep from getting destroyed, already 3 tanks and 8 APCs were gone. The Artillery was towed back underground. Shoot 'n scoot was the only way to survive.</div></blockquote><br/>Artillery fired their smoke shells all over the battle ground which gave the Chinese time to lay and explosive traps on the ground. Katyushas manually fired their missiles into the enemy position which also gave the Chinese time reload and prepare for a second strike.<br/>Generals all over Tibet and China were planing a way to close off the Tibetan supply forces to crush the army before even more men get killed. Hind attack helicopter took off heading to the Chinese attack zone.</div></blockquote><br/>The attacks on Tibetan positions were a little effective, only 5,000 were killed. They had already set up SAM sites that were scanning for attackers while the troops moved into new positions. 2,500 more were killed by traps. Special forces were flanking around and surrounding the known missile sites, 25,000 in all with over 50,000 Rockets and 5,000 Launchers. LMGs were also being used. They hid and waited for the mortars to cover their attacks. The smoke shells hit the ground and released a ton of smoke. Yun Huang rushed a Chinese truck with his 10 men and hacked away at a crew member reaching for his sidearm with a machete. He shoved a grenade in the barrel and ran with his other men. It detonated and was incinerated in a ball of flame."
2133,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=775,2014-12-16T18:45:00,Pimps Inc,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22821797#p22821797"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Gambia</span><br/><br/>With the artillery back in the hands of the GAF, along with Turkish and Gambian aircraft regaining air superiority, AFP positions were falling left and right. It was chaos. Back at the village of Jenba, the AFP leadership was packing up, getting ready to withdraw from the Gambia. Karimo wasn't just going to run with his tail in between his legs though. He was going to leave a going away present for Banjul.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Banjul</span><br/><br/>It was a bust day as usual in the market. The people were oblivious to the events happening out east. A man sat on a bench, praying with a detonator in his hands. He had been ordered to bomb the market with 4 cannisters of home made mustard gas. If he failed to carry out this order, his family would be killed. He finished his prayer.""I'm sorry."" He whispered as he pressed down on the detonator. The whole market was dead in minutes. Men, women and children were all gasping for air, as they coughed up bits of their lungs. It is estimated that 300 civilians died. A note was found at the scene. It read.""From the AFP with love.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Gambia</span><br/>Juarez walked back to HQ.Agent Ramirez was no where to be found so Juarez hoped he was back at the camp.He was done for the day.After helping in a war against the rebellion and baptising Malik as the ""Jack of some name Juarez couldnt remember"",he was ready to get home and rest.His wrist still hurt like a bitch but it had been bandaged and had been told it would heal soon.Then,he remembered he couldn't get home because the jet was destroyed.He reached the camp and came straight to the command tent.<br/><br/>""Okay,so the battle has been won and the guns are back in your hands.....As promised by the Mexican government.All at no charge.So,if there's nothing else you need,I think i'll go back to managing my Cartels.""<br/><br/>Juarez wanted to go back to his job as the director of the ORCC.No one told him what to do except for the President,of course,but other than that,he could take down a country and Mexico wouldn't care.A major reason being that ORCC was not an official branch,it was off the books and only 4 members of the Mexican government knew about it."
2134,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=775,2014-12-16T19:15:00,Protector Galactics,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22821877#p22821877"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22821718#p22821718"">wrote</a>:</cite>Artillery fired their smoke shells all over the battle ground which gave the Chinese time to lay and explosive traps on the ground. Katyushas manually fired their missiles into the enemy position which also gave the Chinese time reload and prepare for a second strike.<br/>Generals all over Tibet and China were planing a way to close off the Tibetan supply forces to crush the army before even more men get killed. Hind attack helicopter took off heading to the Chinese attack zone.</div></blockquote><br/>The attacks on Tibetan positions were a little effective, only 5,000 were killed. They had already set up SAM sites that were scanning for attackers while the troops moved into new positions. 2,500 more were killed by traps. Special forces were flanking around and surrounding the known missile sites, 25,000 in all with over 50,000 Rockets and 5,000 Launchers. LMGs were also being used. They hid and waited for the mortars to cover their attacks. The smoke shells hit the ground and released a ton of smoke. Yun Huang rushed a Chinese truck with his 10 men and hacked away at a crew member reaching for his sidearm with a machete. He shoved a grenade in the barrel and ran with his other men. It detonated and was incinerated in a ball of flame.</div></blockquote><br/>The Chinese Blow up a whole platoon of Tibetans as they try to take the hill. Chinese snipers and machine gunners are posted in small bunkers taking out the Tibetan army 1 by 1. The Chinese fire their MLRs at the Tibetan military base where a whole mess of Tibetans came down to mess with the Chinese. The Chinese are giving extra effort into the attack. Counter flanks were being threaten at the Tibetan military with a bigger number of forces."
2135,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=775,2014-12-16T19:35:00,The Greater Gambia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22821923#p22821923"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22821797#p22821797"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Gambia</span><br/><br/>With the artillery back in the hands of the GAF, along with Turkish and Gambian aircraft regaining air superiority, AFP positions were falling left and right. It was chaos. Back at the village of Jenba, the AFP leadership was packing up, getting ready to withdraw from the Gambia. Karimo wasn't just going to run with his tail in between his legs though. He was going to leave a going away present for Banjul.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Banjul</span><br/><br/>It was a bust day as usual in the market. The people were oblivious to the events happening out east. A man sat on a bench, praying with a detonator in his hands. He had been ordered to bomb the market with 4 cannisters of home made mustard gas. If he failed to carry out this order, his family would be killed. He finished his prayer.""I'm sorry."" He whispered as he pressed down on the detonator. The whole market was dead in minutes. Men, women and children were all gasping for air, as they coughed up bits of their lungs. It is estimated that 300 civilians died. A note was found at the scene. It read.""From the AFP with love.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Gambia</span><br/>Juarez walked back to HQ.Agent Ramirez was no where to be found so Juarez hoped he was back at the camp.He was done for the day.After helping in a war against the rebellion and baptising Malik as the ""Jack of some name Juarez couldnt remember"",he was ready to get home and rest.His wrist still hurt like a bitch but it had been bandaged and had been told it would heal soon.Then,he remembered he couldn't get home because the jet was destroyed.He reached the camp and came straight to the command tent.<br/><br/>""Okay,so the battle has been won and the guns are back in your hands.....As promised by the Mexican government.All at no charge.So,if there's nothing else you need,I think i'll go back to managing my Cartels.""<br/><br/>Juarez wanted to go back to his job as the director of the ORCC.No one told him what to do except for the President,of course,but other than that,he could take down a country and Mexico wouldn't care.A major reason being that ORCC was not an official branch,it was off the books and only 4 members of the Mexican government knew about it.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>Just then, men started running to the mess hall. Malik stopped Juarez. ""They just bombed the market in Banjul. The news says that it was a chemical weapon."" The whole base was watching the news unfold from an old tv in the mess hall."
2136,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=775,2014-12-16T19:39:00,Licata,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Europa-Africa</span><br/><br/>Following the terrorist attack in Gambia, the Syndicate of Health rented out a fleet to deliver AID to the Gambians. The fleet of ten transport ships was to arrive in less than a week, PMC's were to protect it.<br/><br/>Upon arrival the ships would deploy supplies and an Italian branch of Doctors without Borders.<br/><br/>Agostino, the head of the Syndicate by majority commented on the event as a; ""tragedy."""
2137,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=800,2014-12-16T19:40:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22822219#p22822219"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22821877#p22821877"">wrote</a>:</cite>The attacks on Tibetan positions were a little effective, only 5,000 were killed. They had already set up SAM sites that were scanning for attackers while the troops moved into new positions. 2,500 more were killed by traps. Special forces were flanking around and surrounding the known missile sites, 25,000 in all with over 50,000 Rockets and 5,000 Launchers. LMGs were also being used. They hid and waited for the mortars to cover their attacks. The smoke shells hit the ground and released a ton of smoke. Yun Huang rushed a Chinese truck with his 10 men and hacked away at a crew member reaching for his sidearm with a machete. He shoved a grenade in the barrel and ran with his other men. It detonated and was incinerated in a ball of flame.</div></blockquote><br/>The Chinese Blow up a whole platoon of Tibetans as they try to take the hill. Chinese snipers and machine gunners are posted in small bunkers taking out the Tibetan army 1 by 1. The Chinese fire their MLRs at the Tibetan military base where a whole mess of Tibetans came down to mess with the Chinese. The Chinese are giving extra effort into the attack. Counter flanks were being threaten at the Tibetan military with a bigger number of forces.</div></blockquote><br/>Throughout the battle, Tibetans had sporadically fallen back into the Tunnels. Now the 125,000 emerged, right behind the Chinese lines. The two sets of 125,000 began to encircle the Chinese and force them into a valley. At the same time, the 15,000 special forces were finishing off the last Artillery pieces and rocket launchers. This battle was going to decide the fate of the war..."
2138,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=800,2014-12-16T19:44:00,Pimps Inc,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22822426#p22822426"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22821923#p22821923"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Gambia</span><br/>Juarez walked back to HQ.Agent Ramirez was no where to be found so Juarez hoped he was back at the camp.He was done for the day.After helping in a war against the rebellion and baptising Malik as the ""Jack of some name Juarez couldnt remember"",he was ready to get home and rest.His wrist still hurt like a bitch but it had been bandaged and had been told it would heal soon.Then,he remembered he couldn't get home because the jet was destroyed.He reached the camp and came straight to the command tent.<br/><br/>""Okay,so the battle has been won and the guns are back in your hands.....As promised by the Mexican government.All at no charge.So,if there's nothing else you need,I think i'll go back to managing my Cartels.""<br/><br/>Juarez wanted to go back to his job as the director of the ORCC.No one told him what to do except for the President,of course,but other than that,he could take down a country and Mexico wouldn't care.A major reason being that ORCC was not an official branch,it was off the books and only 4 members of the Mexican government knew about it.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>Just then, men started running to the mess hall. Malik stopped Juarez. ""They just bombed the market in Banjul. The news says that it was a chemical weapon."" The whole base was watching the news unfold from an old tv in the mess hall.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Whoa,whoa,whoa.What market?Who?"""
2139,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=800,2014-12-16T19:45:00,The Greater Gambia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22822500#p22822500"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22822426#p22822426"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><br/><br/>Just then, men started running to the mess hall. Malik stopped Juarez. ""They just bombed the market in Banjul. The news says that it was a chemical weapon."" The whole base was watching the news unfold from an old tv in the mess hall.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Whoa,whoa,whoa.What market?Who?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>The market district in Banjul. The AFP have claimed responsibility."" Malik said. All around people were calling family members, checking to see if they were alright."
2140,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=800,2014-12-16T19:47:00,Protector Galactics,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22822474#p22822474"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22822219#p22822219"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Chinese Blow up a whole platoon of Tibetans as they try to take the hill. Chinese snipers and machine gunners are posted in small bunkers taking out the Tibetan army 1 by 1. The Chinese fire their MLRs at the Tibetan military base where a whole mess of Tibetans came down to mess with the Chinese. The Chinese are giving extra effort into the attack. Counter flanks were being threaten at the Tibetan military with a bigger number of forces.</div></blockquote><br/>Throughout the battle, Tibetans had sporadically fallen back into the Tunnels. Now the 125,000 emerged, right behind the Chinese lines. The two sets of 125,000 began to encircle the Chinese and force them into a valley. At the same time, the 15,000 special forces were finishing off the last Artillery pieces and rocket launchers. This battle was going to decide the fate of the war...</div></blockquote><br/>The Reinforcements behind the Main battle were unprepared for the Tibetans attack. All of the 200,000 spare troops got their rifles and hid in positions that were hard to notice. The field was empty. The only forces that were seen were the confused Tibetan soldiers. Snipers set themselves in a tree line and takes out the Tibetans 1 by 1. The rest of the Infantry forces waited for the right time to attack the Tibetans. All of the troops left all of their explosives at their camps. with the detonator ready if a group Tibetans wondered into the camps."
2141,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=800,2014-12-16T19:53:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22822531#p22822531"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22822474#p22822474"">wrote</a>:</cite>Throughout the battle, Tibetans had sporadically fallen back into the Tunnels. Now the 125,000 emerged, right behind the Chinese lines. The two sets of 125,000 began to encircle the Chinese and force them into a valley. At the same time, the 15,000 special forces were finishing off the last Artillery pieces and rocket launchers. This battle was going to decide the fate of the war...</div></blockquote><br/>The Reinforcements behind the Main battle were unprepared for the Tibetans attack. All of the 200,000 spare troops got their rifles and hid in positions that were hard to notice. The field was empty. The only forces that were seen were the confused Tibetan soldiers. Snipers set themselves in a tree line and takes out the Tibetans 1 by 1. The rest of the Infantry forces waited for the right time to attack the Tibetans. All of the troops left all of their explosives at their camps. with the detonator ready if a group Tibetans wondered into the camps.</div></blockquote><br/>The Remaining tanks and APCs(Roughly 25 each) as well as over 200 captured Humvees were covering the flanking side's rear and began pouring fire onto the enemies' positions. The Artillery Guns moved up and fired the last incendiary rounds onto the Chinese in the forest as well. They moved after each salvo to keep the air-force off of them. By now, only 2,000 Tibetans had died."
2142,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=800,2014-12-16T20:00:00,Zatak,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""Center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://fc00.deviantart.net/fs70/f/2012/304/d/2/phantom_mask_attempt_by_moniqnieva-d5jioqg.png""/><br/><span style=""color: #000080""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Official statement from the WFA on the Gambian bombings</span></span><br/><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #FF0000"">Delivered by representative; Mrs. Fear</span></span><br/><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #008000"">Views: 3,400,000</span></span></div><hr/><br/>-<span style=""font-style: italic"">Video opens up to a dark room with only fear holding a lantern and staring into the camera the same mask from the previous video still on her face covering it from being seen by anyone watching the video</span>-<br/><br/><br/>The use of Chemical weapons dates back to the days of early warfare in the form of things such as poison arrows. Some of the earliest surviving references to toxic warfare appear in the Indian epics Ramayana and Mahabharata. The ""Laws of Manu,"" a Hindu treatise on statecraft <br/>(c. 400 BC) forbids the use of poison and fire arrows, but advises poisoning food and water. Kautilya's ""Arthashastra"", a statecraft manual of the same era, contains hundreds of recipes for creating poison weapons, toxic smokes, and other chemical weapons. Ancient Greek historians recount that Alexander the Great encountered poison arrows and fire incendiaries in India at Indus basin in the 4th century BC.<br/><br/>The modern notion of chemical warfare emerged from the mid 19th century, with the development of modern chemistry and associated industries. The first proposal for the use of chemical warfare was made by Lyon Playfair, Secretary of the Science and Art Department, in 1854 during the Crimean War. He proposed a cacodyl cyanide artillery shell for use against enemy ships as way to solve the stalemate during the siege of Sevastopol. The proposal was backed by Admiral Thomas Cochrane of the Royal Navy. It was considered by the Prime Minister, Lord Palmerston, but the British Ordnance Department rejected the proposal as ""as bad a mode of warfare as poisoning the wells of the enemy."" Playfair’s response was used to justify chemical warfare into the next century:<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">There was no sense in this objection. It is considered a legitimate mode of warfare to fill shells with molten metal which scatters among the enemy, and produced the most frightful modes of death. Why a poisonous vapor which would kill men without suffering is to be considered illegitimate warfare is incomprehensible. War is destruction, and the more destructive it can be made with the least suffering the sooner will be ended that barbarous method of protecting national rights. No doubt in time chemistry will be used to lessen the suffering of combatants, and even of criminals condemned to death.</span><br/><br/>Even a century ago The Hague Declaration of 1899 and the Hague Convention of 1907 forbade the use of ""poison or poisoned weapons"" in warfare, yet more than 124,000 tons of gas were produced by the end of World War I. The French were the first to use chemical weapons during the First World War, using the tear gases, ethyl bromoacetate and chloroacetone. One of Germany's earliest uses of chemical weapons occurred on October 27, 1914 when shells containing the irritant dianisidine chlorosulfonate were fired at British troops near Neuve-Chapelle, France. Germany used another irritant, xylyl bromide, in artillery shells that were fired in January 1915 at the Russians near Bolimów, nowadays in Poland. The first full-scale deployment of deadly chemical warfare agents during World War I, was at the Second Battle of Ypres, on April 22, 1915, when the Germans attacked French, Canadian and Algerian troops with chlorine gas. Deaths were light, though casualties relatively heavy.<br/><br/>A total 50,965 tons of pulmonary, lachrymatory, and vesicant agents were deployed by both sides of the conflict, including chlorine, phosgene, and mustard gas. Official figures declare about 1.3 million casualties directly caused by chemical warfare agents during the course of the war. Of these, an estimated 100,000-260,000 casualties were civilians. Nearby civilian towns were at risk from winds blowing the poison gases through. Civilians rarely had a warning system put into place to alert their neighbors of the danger. In addition to poor warning systems, civilians often did not have access to effective gas masks. To this day, unexploded World War I-era chemical ammunition is still uncovered when the ground is dug in former battle or depot areas and continues to pose a threat to the civilian population in Belgium and France and less commonly in other countries.<br/><br/>After the war, most of the unused German chemical warfare agents were dumped into the Baltic Sea, a common disposal method among all the participants in several bodies of water. Over time, the salt water causes the shell casings to corrode, and mustard gas occasionally leaks from these containers and washes onto shore as a wax-like solid resembling ambergris.<br/><br/>Even in things as recent as the Syrian civil war we have seen Chemical weapons used to harm both the enemy and the innocent and as such we at the WFA have declared to never use these weapons to cause harm yet we can not say the same for are allies and the recent bombing has shown that even the greatest of men may have to use barbarian tactics to win a war. We as the WFA id not know about the attacks and have no connection to they're doing in any way but we will say that we offer are prayers to the people affected by this along with are promise to try and stop any future attacks such as these from happening in the Gambia and around the world.<br/><br/>The attacks does not change are stance and we still promise to help are African brothers win they're war and we will continue to supply them with non and lethal aid as of now for the greater good of the people in the continent along with are official declaration of war on the nation of Gambia and her allies.<br/><br/>-Cut to WFA flag-</blockquote>"
2143,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=800,2014-12-16T20:02:00,Protector Galactics,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22822606#p22822606"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22822531#p22822531"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Reinforcements behind the Main battle were unprepared for the Tibetans attack. All of the 200,000 spare troops got their rifles and hid in positions that were hard to notice. The field was empty. The only forces that were seen were the confused Tibetan soldiers. Snipers set themselves in a tree line and takes out the Tibetans 1 by 1. The rest of the Infantry forces waited for the right time to attack the Tibetans. All of the troops left all of their explosives at their camps. with the detonator ready if a group Tibetans wondered into the camps.</div></blockquote><br/>The Remaining tanks and APCs(Roughly 25 each) as well as over 200 captured Humvees were covering the flanking side's rear and began pouring fire onto the enemies' positions. The Artillery Guns moved up and fired the last incendiary rounds onto the Chinese in the forest as well. They moved after each salvo to keep the air-force off of them. By now, only 2,000 Tibetans had died.</div></blockquote><br/>When the right time came, 200,000 troops came out pouring out of the forest. The first 1,000 Chinese troops laid dead before they even exited the forest. But the troops soon went to hand to hand combat against the the Tibetans. The air force was now ready and launched their Mig-21's against the enemy. Their main target? The Chinese Artillery pieces that were under siege by the Tibetans special forces. The Migs attacked the Tibetans Special forces in an attack angle which caused the cannons to chew up anything in its way."
2144,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=800,2014-12-16T20:07:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22822704#p22822704"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22822606#p22822606"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Remaining tanks and APCs(Roughly 25 each) as well as over 200 captured Humvees were covering the flanking side's rear and began pouring fire onto the enemies' positions. The Artillery Guns moved up and fired the last incendiary rounds onto the Chinese in the forest as well. They moved after each salvo to keep the air-force off of them. By now, only 2,000 Tibetans had died.</div></blockquote><br/>When the right time came, 200,000 troops came out pouring out of the forest. The first 1,000 Chinese troops laid dead before they even exited the forest. But the troops soon went to hand to hand combat against the the Tibetans. The air force was now ready and launched their Mig-21's against the enemy. Their main target? The Chinese Artillery pieces that were under siege by the Tibetans special forces. The Migs attacked the Tibetans Special forces in an attack angle which caused the cannons to chew up anything in its way.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Special Forces</span><br/>SAM missiles streaked into the sky as the planes came. They had already completed their mission and were on their way back. For every plane there were 3 missiles and over 10 LMGs and 2 HMGs. 1 Plane spiraled into the ground and another was smoking.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Forrest</span><br/>The Chinese infantry had passed the armored vehicles, seemingly unopposed, for good reason. The Humvees sped into the lines, narrowly avoiding Tibetans and running down Chinese. Tear gas was used and fired from the Humvees with grenade launchers in hopes of forcing the Chinese into the ambush set with the Tanks and APCs. Men fought fiercely, not giving up an inch without the Chinese giving up 10 men."
2145,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=800,2014-12-16T21:21:00,The Greater Gambia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Banjul, The Gambia</span><br/>The civil war was finally over, the AFP were fleeing the country and the GAF was cleaning up isolated pockets of resistance, they too would be wiped out by the end of the week. All soldiers that fought in Janjabureh received The Order of the Gambia, the highest medal in the GAF. Victory came at a heavy cost. 300 civilians died in the AFP’s final attack in the Gambia, the Banjul market bombing. The incident lead to the Gambia creating the Gambian Anti Espionage and Terrorism Agency, or GAETA for short. The GSAS will take their orders from GAETA from now on. They will be on the frontlines against terrorism in Africa. President Boro Jobateh has also sent a message to the African Union, to gather support in their fight against the AFP.<br/><br/><br/><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/d/d4/Coat_of_arms_of_The_Gambia.svg/526px-Coat_of_arms_of_The_Gambia.svg.png""/></div><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">A message to all AU member countries</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Encryption:HIGH</span><br/><br/>With the AFP threat spreading across the continent, we must work together to cull this threat.They have already announced their intentions to sow discord and chaos throughout the continent. I invite you all to a conference in Banjul to discuss ways to deal with this new threat. The conference shall be in one week.<br/><br/>From: President Boro Jobateh</blockquote>"
2146,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=800,2014-12-16T21:57:00,Mifan,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Al 'Arish</span><br/><br/>The city of Al 'Arish was a battlefield. Firefights took place on every city block as the Egyptian Army tried to eliminate the last of the ISIS forces defending it. Thanks to the air strikes, many defenses in the city were destroyed, making it easier for the military to capture strategic areas throughout the city. 20,000 Egyptian soldiers assaulted the city, taking the outskirts quickly, before pushing into the main city. The eastern half of the city was quickly captured, only after a few hours of fighting, however, the western half, would be much more difficult to take, as ISIS forces have dug in that area of the city.<br/><br/>The military advanced and quickly was halted by ISIS defenses. Hit and run tactics were being used by ISIS to inflict heavy casualties on the Egyptians. As the fighting continued, the sun soon went down, but the battle raged on. Throughout the night, gunfire was exchanged between the two forces, but due to Egypt having tanks like the M1A1 Abrams, defenses were beginning to crumble. The urban environment may have favored ISIS, but Egypt had the military training. Throughout the night, ISIS forces were pushed back by the army and soon a quarter of the western city was secured by dawn. However, the men had little time to rest as they continued the attack to liberate the rest of the city. Airstrikes weakened the enemy positions while armored vehicles supported the infantry.<br/><br/>The battle was hard fought but in the end, the ISIS forces in the city were eliminated after days of fighting. 84 Egyptians had lost their lives, but more than 2,000 ISIS fighters lost theirs. With the Sinai under control once again, the military would stay there to eliminate any remaining ISIS forces before letting security forces take control.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: President Boro Jobateh<br/>From: Acting President Ibrahim Mahlab<br/>Encryption: High<br/>We will send a delegation to this conference.</blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cairo</span><br/><br/>At the airport, four Egyptian delegates boarded a plane with 10 bodyguards that will head towards The Gambia for the conference. After about twenty minutes, the plane took off and headed towards The Gambia."
2147,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=800,2014-12-16T23:39:00,Protector Galactics,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22822753#p22822753"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22822704#p22822704"">wrote</a>:</cite>When the right time came, 200,000 troops came out pouring out of the forest. The first 1,000 Chinese troops laid dead before they even exited the forest. But the troops soon went to hand to hand combat against the the Tibetans. The air force was now ready and launched their Mig-21's against the enemy. Their main target? The Chinese Artillery pieces that were under siege by the Tibetans special forces. The Migs attacked the Tibetans Special forces in an attack angle which caused the cannons to chew up anything in its way.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Special Forces</span><br/>SAM missiles streaked into the sky as the planes came. They had already completed their mission and were on their way back. For every plane there were 3 missiles and over 10 LMGs and 2 HMGs. 1 Plane spiraled into the ground and another was smoking.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Forrest</span><br/>The Chinese infantry had passed the armored vehicles, seemingly unopposed, for good reason. The Humvees sped into the lines, narrowly avoiding Tibetans and running down Chinese. Tear gas was used and fired from the Humvees with grenade launchers in hopes of forcing the Chinese into the ambush set with the Tanks and APCs. Men fought fiercely, not giving up an inch without the Chinese giving up 10 men.</div></blockquote><br/>Men camouflaged in Ghillie suits arrived to destroy the Tibetans armoured vehicles and they are armed with anti-tank rifles and RPGs Once the tanks got into point blank range they fired. The ground forces nearby the Special Forces entered harsh resistance but manage to disable a few SAMs missiles. The Chinese air support continued to pound the Special Forces. Troops on the main battle front were able to hold their positions As more reinforcements came in. Troops that were fighting in hand to hand combat with the Tibetans were finally were relived when they saw 100 T-90 tanks coming down the hill to their support. The T-90's out gunned the Tibetan armoured vehicles. The Soldiers cheered as the tanks arrived."
2148,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=800,2014-12-17T00:43:00,Elepis,"<blockquote><div><cite>Of The Rnclave <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22820059#p22820059"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Elepis <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22819754#p22819754"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Şükrü Sina Gürel, the foreign minister had taken over the phone call to Mr Bell and the President returned to the room when the Serbian entered. ""Mr President, I hope you had a nice trip here... Anyway the Republic of Turkey and the Federation of Albania-Kosovo have one very simple demand that will cause no harm to Serbia, in fact it will make Serbia richer because the west will like it more. Our demand is that the Republic of Serbia drops its groundless claims for ownership over Kosovo and recognize the people of Kosovo's decision to join with Albania. The large majority of Kosovo dose not want to be with Serbia, they want to be with Albania, I ask you to recognize their basic right to self determination. What harm can this do to Serbia? That is all""<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To USA <br/>TOP SECRET<br/><br/>Turkey will comply with what you ask for, we have long been close allies and this will continue. On a different matter, the Republic would like to purchases the following from the USA.<br/>50 M109 howitzers<br/>10 A-10 Thunderbolt IIs<br/><br/>With tensions rising in our region, we believe these will be a valuable asset to the self defense of the Republic.<br/><br/>PM Gürsel Tekin</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Turkey<br/>Untied States of America<br/><br/>This will be an easy requisition for you, and we will follow through and sell you 20 A-10's for the price of ten if you so wish. It will help you stabilize the Middle East when your rise to the role</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To USA<br/><br/>I thank you, and after the Kosovo crisis is resolved, we will put all our effort in to stabilizing Iraq, then Syria. We will aim to create a secular democracy in said countries, like we have in Turkey. <br/><br/>PM Gürsel Tekin</blockquote>"
2149,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=800,2014-12-17T00:49:00,Elepis,"<blockquote><div><cite>ZATAK <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22820860#p22820860"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I am the same man Mr. President and I'm only calling to ask you if you could put me on speaker phone so I can enjoy your lovely meeting and sadly you are the only number I have as of now. The thing is I just overthrew a government and blew the three gorges dam so I thought doing something good might help me like stopping Yugoslav war 2.0', Jonathon said as he put on his shirt getting ready to go look around Russia for a little while only now getting the text which kind of shocked him a bit but he put it off for now....</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""That seems like a reasonable request, I understand you support the freedom of Kosovo."" The Foreign Minister walked back in to the conference room and placed the phone on the table ""Mr Bell wishes to a part of this"". He then sat down next to the President."
2150,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=800,2014-12-17T01:14:00,Zatak,"<blockquote><div><cite>Elepis <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22824676#p22824676"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>ZATAK <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22820860#p22820860"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I am the same man Mr. President and I'm only calling to ask you if you could put me on speaker phone so I can enjoy your lovely meeting and sadly you are the only number I have as of now. The thing is I just overthrew a government and blew the three gorges dam so I thought doing something good might help me like stopping Yugoslav war 2.0', Jonathon said as he put on his shirt getting ready to go look around Russia for a little while only now getting the text which kind of shocked him a bit but he put it off for now....</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""That seems like a reasonable request, I understand you support the freedom of Kosovo."" The Foreign Minister walked back in to the conference room and placed the phone on the table ""Mr Bell wishes to a part of this"". He then sat down next to the President.</div></blockquote><br/>""I would came but I understand the Turkish navy does not really like me that much for some unknown reason also I am sadly occupied in Russia at the moment with me lovely wife expected to show up soon from China..... so terrible it is they're so many lay dead all in the name of historical claims much like Kosovo..... I only wish to prevent another Tibet in Kosovo and a region that is only starting to recover from the events of the Yugoslav breakup. The majority of you will see me as a terrorist who you aim to capture and hang for his crimes you claim against me but now I ask you to see me as a representative to the people of Kosovo who are the real people being affected here and not so much you as the governments so shall we begin so we can move on to a peaceful time?', Jonathon asked as he spoke over the phone while trying to lock his hotel room door and get out to meet his lovely wife Minmay after which he planned to go to Tibet and India to check up on his men they're."
2151,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=800,2014-12-17T05:21:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22824439#p22824439"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22822753#p22822753"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Special Forces</span><br/>SAM missiles streaked into the sky as the planes came. They had already completed their mission and were on their way back. For every plane there were 3 missiles and over 10 LMGs and 2 HMGs. 1 Plane spiraled into the ground and another was smoking.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Forrest</span><br/>The Chinese infantry had passed the armored vehicles, seemingly unopposed, for good reason. The Humvees sped into the lines, narrowly avoiding Tibetans and running down Chinese. Tear gas was used and fired from the Humvees with grenade launchers in hopes of forcing the Chinese into the ambush set with the Tanks and APCs. Men fought fiercely, not giving up an inch without the Chinese giving up 10 men.</div></blockquote><br/>Men camouflaged in Ghillie suits arrived to destroy the Tibetans armoured vehicles and they are armed with anti-tank rifles and RPGs Once the tanks got into point blank range they fired. The ground forces nearby the Special Forces entered harsh resistance but manage to disable a few SAMs missiles. The Chinese air support continued to pound the Special Forces. Troops on the main battle front were able to hold their positions As more reinforcements came in. Troops that were fighting in hand to hand combat with the Tibetans were finally were relived when they saw 100 T-90 tanks coming down the hill to their support. The T-90's out gunned the Tibetan armoured vehicles. The Soldiers cheered as the tanks arrived.</div></blockquote><br/>The Chinese infantry in Ghillie suits were easy targets for the APCs and Humvees. Before more than one tank could be hit, the Humvees and APCs were suppressing the Chinese with a Wall of fire. More Tear Gas was sent into the Chinese lines, in hopes of confusing the Chinese and giving the Tibetans another advantage. Most Tibetans were veterans from the first war and had experienced tear gas many times before. They began sending mortar shells into the valley and moving into new positions afterwards. 125,000 men are still firing down onto the Chinese in the valley, which is looking more like a lake of blood than a position where soldiers are making their last stand. Even if the Tibetan lines fall, they will still have inflicted many casualties.<br/><br/>OOC: The Tanks would've been disabled in the EMP, so they are ignored.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Special Forces</span><br/>Most of the Tibetans had fallen back into the tunnels to re-arm and get more stingers. The Chinese chasing them were getting hit with more artillery and were hopefully dying. Already 5 Chinese planes and 6 Helicopters had crashed."
2152,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=800,2014-12-17T06:34:00,Kumbhalgarh,"The army was strong, and mighty. India was now a force to be reckoned with. Soldiers were deployed to the border with Pakistan, and China. A letter was sent to Tibet:<br/><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To Tibet,<br/><br/>I see that you are at a continious struggle against China, helping you would mean a war that would destroy Asia as a whole. I suggest joining China,<br/><br/><br/>The Indian Government</blockquote>"
2153,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=800,2014-12-17T08:52:00,Of The Rnclave,"<blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22821418#p22821418"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Of The Rnclave <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22821276#p22821276"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>The B-2 flew higher as it swooped towards the east, flying quickly towards another Chinese military base, while it had been proven immune to the J-20, the pilots had no clue how things would go once they reached further east. <br/><br/>With the F-35's, it was a completely different story, the J-20's dueled evenly with the American planes high in the sky, already several of the jets had gone down, the J20s abilities out shining the F35 pilots, after all, the men battled for their nations survival. The lead F35 pilot released a tracking missile after a J20, before swooping away.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">ALL OVER SOUTH CHINA</span></span><br/><br/>B-1 Lancers all over the nation dropped their EMP cargo, at least 10 going off total, the at least 5 of those ten B-1's falling to AA fire as they left or as they dropped their cargo. But the planes had accomplished their goal, a majority of China lay without power.</div></blockquote><br/>The J-20's being attacked released their countermeasures avoiding the missiles harm. The J-20's open their air brakes and slowed down throttle and pushed their noses up. Letting the F-35 pass, One of the J-20's bursted into flames after one of the missiles failed to release. The others entered a large dog fight at the Americans using their cannons to engage the fighters. 20 miles away 5 more J-20's took off to intercept the B-2's. The airbase warned the small islands and prepared their manually operated SAM's missile's. These missiles had a TV camera on it with live feed with a remote control in the base's.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">SOUTH CHINA SEA</span></span><br/><br/>The USS John McCain floated gently in the water in the moonlight, at 1:00am, it was ordered to volley of a missile barrage to disrupt several Chinese bases. It's Air Radar showed the N-2's racing overhead towards Australia. Grinning, the Captain ordered to men to begin arming the missiles. Racing around they turned on targeting and began slamming in codes. Minutes later, the captain have his order.<br/><br/>"" Fire.""<br/><br/>15 Tomahawk missiles screeched out into the night, going up and into the horizon towards their targets, several air bases and important bridges throughout China.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">F35'S</span></span><br/><br/>The F35 alighted in flame as it went down, two others streaking up and away as they repositioned themselves to fire another shot at the J20's.<br/><br/>"" We've taken losses of 5 planes so far, advise?"" the squad leader chimed in to ASIACOM. His com rad next to him, rolled away, releasing a missile at a injured J20.<br/><br/>The Squad leader opened a com to everyone of his teammates "" We've got to drag them away from here, into the mountains, we need to get in some terrain they don't know."
2154,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=800,2014-12-17T09:25:00,Elepis,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kargintina <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22820978#p22820978"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The North German Commonwealth <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22819640#p22819640"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>CANBERRA, COMMONWEALTH OF AUSTRALIA:<br/>""Hello, President Nikolic. I would offer you my hand in friendship, but knowing you, you would probably spit on it."" Prime Minister Edi Rama spat out, glaring at Nikolic while his guards took a defense stance in a semi-circle around Edi, and gave an ""Attack, I dare you"" look at the Serbian guards. Then, Edi noticed something. ""Wait, Wait. Peace talks? Whatever do you mean? Serbia and The Federation are not at war. Unless... No. Tell me this is not true. You have not attacked, have you? My sources have not informed me of such actions!""<br/></div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Canberra, Commonwealth of Australia</span><br/>""Everyone, everyone, no need to insult or give dirty looks, we're not in the center of Pristina."" Abbott said gently. ""Sit down everyone, now, the main reason for the wishes of both of you in Kosovo is ethical, of course? Now, Kosovo is very important to Serbia, and very important to Albania due to ethnicity, as 90% of modern Kosovo is ethnically Albanian. I believe a sort of ""dual rule"" can be established in Kosovo. Kosovo will remain an automous region in <span style=""font-weight: bold"">both</span> nations. There will be United States esc. elections. A very ""Albanian"" party and a 'Serbian' party. Albania will control domestic affairs of the southern largely Albanian populaces, and Serbia will control the domestic affairs of the north. It will be similar to Kashmir in Central Asia. Both countries can peacefully have a claim on the Kosovo region, and both can support their ethnical groups in Kosovo. I am up for some other suggestions, but that one goes down on the table as my first suggestion."" Abbott looked at all the separate leaders, who all seemed quite quirky.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""I understand this view point but it could easily create a frozen conflict, like the Korea's, Somalia & Somaliland,  Nagorno-Karabak or Transnistria. Partitioning hardly ever works. Anyway, the people of Kosovo voted, legally to join Albania and there views must be respected, yes perhaps 10% objected but in every election people object, we cannot just ignore the majority because a minority object, if we did we would all be stuck in proverbial limbo.""<br/><br/>The President then turned to the Serb delegation ""What I cannot understand is Serbia absolute refusal to see that Kosovo wants to join Albania? I want the Serbia delegation to answer this with an actual answer, not some over used nonsense about a battle they lost over 600 years ago?"""
2155,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=800,2014-12-17T09:57:00,Protector Galactics,"T-72 T-62 tanks were getting ready for reentry in service. The Chinese Museums of War donated their tanks to return it in service. Some had mechanical failures but the ones that were broken were being repaired as fast as the mechanic's can. The Tanks were still in operitable for service.<br/><br/>Airforce base in Tibet: A squadron of 60 Chinese TU-95 bombers were loaded with huge bombs able to wipe out anything in a 5 mile radius. Once all the bomber were loaded. They took off and headed to Shannan Tibet. Half an hour later. Above the battlefield were 60 Tu-95 bombers. Once the forces saw the bombers they retreated into the forest and watch the big explosions which seemed like nuclear bombs blowing up. 2,000 Chinese forces didn't make out of the huge fireballs. The Chinese retreating to the forest blocked the Tibetans from reaching something the could shield them from the explosions."
2156,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=800,2014-12-17T10:08:00,Protector Galactics,"<blockquote><div><cite>Of The Rnclave <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22826949#p22826949"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22821418#p22821418"">wrote</a>:</cite>The J-20's being attacked released their countermeasures avoiding the missiles harm. The J-20's open their air brakes and slowed down throttle and pushed their noses up. Letting the F-35 pass, One of the J-20's bursted into flames after one of the missiles failed to release. The others entered a large dog fight at the Americans using their cannons to engage the fighters. 20 miles away 5 more J-20's took off to intercept the B-2's. The airbase warned the small islands and prepared their manually operated SAM's missile's. These missiles had a TV camera on it with live feed with a remote control in the base's.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">SOUTH CHINA SEA</span></span><br/><br/>The USS John McCain floated gently in the water in the moonlight, at 1:00am, it was ordered to volley of a missile barrage to disrupt several Chinese bases. It's Air Radar showed the N-2's racing overhead towards Australia. Grinning, the Captain ordered to men to begin arming the missiles. Racing around they turned on targeting and began slamming in codes. Minutes later, the captain have his order.<br/><br/>"" Fire.""<br/><br/>15 Tomahawk missiles screeched out into the night, going up and into the horizon towards their targets, several air bases and important bridges throughout China.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">F35'S</span></span> <br/><br/>The F35 alighted in flame as it went down, two others streaking up and away as they repositioned themselves to fire another shot at the J20's. <br/><br/>"" We've taken losses of 5 planes so far, advise?"" the squad leader chimed in to ASIACOM. His com rad next to him, rolled away, releasing a missile at a injured J20.<br/><br/>The Squad leader opened a com to everyone of his teammates "" We've got to drag them away from here, into the mountains, we need to get in some terrain they don't know.</div></blockquote><br/>Chinese missile defense were activated in every single airbase. The Chinese fire their missiles at the cruise missile's course causing them to collide in mid air. J-31's now took off to face the F-35's The J-31 was now configured and had vectoring thrust. This ability gave the Chinese advantages. 5 other J-20's were still in a high speed chase with the B-2's. Coastle guns were prepared for the American fleet."
2157,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=800,2014-12-17T10:35:00,Licata,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Canberra, Commonwealth of Australia</span></span><br/><br/>Daniele- ""you speak of respecting view, reasonable. But at what cost? The joining of Albania and Kosovo has brought us here because of the tension it produced. This was a horrible move. Not only has this destabilized region, but it is putting the lives of millions at risk. Ethnic tensions are already high, this is testing the symbolic camel's back. It will take very little to make the straw that will break its back.<br/><br/>let me ask you this, would Turkey allow the Kurds full Independence should they ask?"""
2158,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=800,2014-12-17T10:41:00,Elepis,"<blockquote><div><cite>Licata <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22827802#p22827802"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Canberra, Commonwealth of Australia</span></span><br/><br/>Daniele- ""you speak of respecting view, reasonable. But at what cost? The joining of Albania and Kosovo has brought us here because of the tension it produced. This was a horrible move. Not only has this destabilized region, but it is putting the lives of millions at risk. Ethnic tensions are already high, this is testing the symbolic camel's back. It will take very little to make the straw that will break its back.<br/><br/>let me ask you this, would Turkey allow the Kurds full Independence should they ask?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Kemal- ""I will personally guarantee their will be no ethnic cleansing. Albania has never done this, Serbia has done it twice in ten years resulting in millions of deaths. Only with joining Albania can all people of Kosovo be safe. As for the Kurds, if the layed down their weapons and stopped committing terrorist acts and asked with the men, not the RPG, the GNA (Grand National Assembly) would give it a great deal of thought."""
2159,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=800,2014-12-17T10:45:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Of The Rnclave <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22818455#p22818455"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Mattijana <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22817785#p22817785"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>The military generals of South Korea also had a map laid out in front of them. What's more, they had a plan to put China in deep trouble. For this, they looked to history. Every empire to have fought on two fronts had eventually collapsed. The Romans, Napoleon and Hitler were eventually defeated because they couldn't stretch their forces across their territory.<br/><br/>This would work well in the case of China. The planned U.S invasion if Tibet would stretch Chinese forces in the South-West whilst a South Korean invasion of China would stretch forces in the North-East, the opposite corner of a vast country. It was brilliant.<br/><br/>There was however a flaw in this plan. North Korea stood between South Korea and a free route into China. This left South Korea with two options:<br/><br/>Invade North Korea and then push through into China.<br/>Or<br/>Launch an invasion of China by sea.<br/><br/>Both these plans had flaws, but generals favoured the surprise attack by sea. However they decided to write to the U.S for support.<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Message to: the U.S.A<br/>Message from: South Korea MOD<br/>Encryption: Top secret<br/><br/>Greetings America<br/><br/>We have heard you are planning to chase the Chinese out if Tibet. We also have a plan to stop the crimes committed against the Tibetan people with an attack on China from our corner. However we have two options and wish to consult your MOD for advice.<br/><br/>Option one is to invade North Korea and then enter China from the land border with China. Option two is to bypass North Korea and enter China from sea. We currently favour option two.<br/><br/>We also write to you to ask for help. You have the biggest military in the world and whilst we appreciate that you will commit many men to the Tibetan attack and your own defences. A few men would be very much accepted.<br/><br/>Many Thanks<br/><br/>South Korean MOD</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: South Korea<br/>United States of America<br/><span style=""color: #FF0000"">TOP SECRET</span><br/><br/>We suggest you use this moment of weakness of China, to defeat your northern neighbor. We will support this and back it up with our naval assets once it is deemed safe to bring them in. We will supply you with an E Bomb to disable all North Korean tech, such as tanks and missiles. Our soldiers in the region will back you up in all operations. Of you insist upon acting upon China, we suggest you disable their navy while they are docked, this will help us to defeat them quickly</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>We have decided to stop our struggle against China, and focus on the growth of our nation. We appreicate your friendliness. though."
2160,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=800,2014-12-17T11:10:00,Republika Srpska Party,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">CANBERRA, COMMONWEALTH OF AUSTRALIA</span><br/><br/>""Since when the hell do you think Kosovo will begin to be again an Autonomous Territory? It was already an Socialist Autonomous territory during the period of the Socialist Federal Republic of Yugoslavia, which is now split into 6 countries."" said President Tomislav Nikolic. ""Well, guess what, we didn't attack, and there is no so call'd 'Albania-Kosovo Federation' to me, there's just Albania who's attempting to take territory. And Kosovo might be 90% Albanian, but it's historically control'd by Serbia."" and then he took his latte and drank it. ""There's been protests all over Serbia, and it's not easy to calm people down, especially when they're Nationalists. Those protests in Pristina, Novi Sad and Belgrade will keep carrying on, and if your police dares to kill them, when my people are unarmed, you will be praying for what you've did."" said Nikolic in a rough voice. Then he turned to the Turkish president ""ETHNIC CLEANSING?! So now you're telling me lies about genocide? That is a lie that Muslims who hate Serbs spread it all over the world, just because we're the ones who were getting attack'd. And actually, Albania is the one who destroyed Churches on Kosovo and Metohija, and the battle that you say we 'lost' was actually a Serb who stab'd your Sultan in 1389, and you wanna know who was it? It was Milos Obilic."""
2161,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=800,2014-12-17T11:33:00,Elepis,"<blockquote><div><cite>Republika Srpska Party <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22828098#p22828098"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">CANBERRA, COMMONWEALTH OF AUSTRALIA</span><br/><br/>""Since when the hell do you think Kosovo will begin to be again an Autonomous Territory? It was already an Socialist Autonomous territory during the period of the Socialist Federal Republic of Yugoslavia, which is now split into 6 countries."" said President Tomislav Nikolic. ""Well, guess what, we didn't attack, and there is no so call'd 'Albania-Kosovo Federation' to me, there's just Albania who's attempting to take territory. And Kosovo might be 90% Albanian, but it's historically control'd by Serbia."" and then he took his latte and drank it. ""There's been protests all over Serbia, and it's not easy to calm people down, especially when they're Nationalists. Those protests in Pristina, Novi Sad and Belgrade will keep carrying on, and if your police dares to kill them, when my people are unarmed, you will be praying for what you've did."" said Nikolic in a rough voice. Then he turned to the Turkish president ""ETHNIC CLEANSING?! So now you're telling me lies about genocide? That is a lie that Muslims who hate Serbs spread it all over the world, just because we're the ones who were getting attack'd. And actually, Albania is the one who destroyed Churches on Kosovo and Metohija, and the battle that you say we 'lost' was actually a Serb who stab'd your Sultan in 1389, and you wanna know who was it? It was Milos Obilic.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Kemal- ""Yes it is 90% Albanian and said 90% want to join Albania. Why the hell does it matter that it was 'Historically Serbian' what a pathetic excuse! Serbia, and all the Balkans was once Turkish, BY YOUR IDIOTIC LOGIC YOU SHOULD BE PART OF TURKEY! You are just making groundless nationalist claims. As for ethnic genocide, I cite the UN declaration""<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">All parties involved in the conflict have committed «grave breaches» of the Geneva Conventions and other violations of international humanitarian law. These violations include the killing of civilians, rape torture, and the deliberate destruction of civilian property, including cultural and religious property, such as churches and mosques. But, there are significant qualitative differences. Most of the violations were committed by SERBS AGAINST BOSNIAN MUSLIMS</span>, As for the battle, how come, over the next few years Serbia became part of the Ottoman empire if the Ottoman's lost? How come Serbia was Ottoman for 500 years afterwards if the Ottoman's lost?""<br/><br/>""Also, do the following names ring any bells? Radovan Karadžić and Ratko Mladić two ethnic Serbs, who with almost unlimited help from Serbia massacred hundreds of thousands of people because they were Bosnian Muslims, most notably at the Srebrenica massacre. Or perhaps Mr Arkan,a Serb, armed by Serbia who killed hundreds in Croatia."""
2162,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=825,2014-12-17T12:42:00,Licata,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">CANBERRA, COMMONWEALTH OF AUSTRALIA</span></span><br/><br/>Stefan- ""When I look at the situation, I must say the Turks and Albanians look like the aggressors. When I look at Serbia, twenty four thousand troops. When I look at the Turk-Albanian alliance, the Turks alone have deployed twenty thousand men. I've heard that the Albanians have rallied upwards of fifty thousand. Explain this, if you will.<br/><br/>I could understand if Serbian feels encircled and threatened, especially with Albania's expanding borders."""
2163,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=825,2014-12-17T12:46:00,Elepis,"<blockquote><div><cite>Licata <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22828970#p22828970"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">CANBERRA, COMMONWEALTH OF AUSTRALIA</span></span><br/><br/>Stefan- ""When I look at the situation, I must say the Turks and Albanians look like the aggressors. When I look at Serbia, twenty four thousand troops. When I look at the Turk-Albanian alliance, the Turks alone have deployed twenty thousand men. I've heard that the Albanians have rallied upwards of fifty thousand. Explain this, if you will.<br/><br/>I could understand if Serbian feel encircled and threatened, especially with Albania's expanding borders.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Kemal- ""I only sent in my troops after threatening moves by Serbia including mobilizing large amounts of men. Albania only incrased it troop number after Serbian force were moved to the border"""
2164,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=825,2014-12-17T13:14:00,Republika Srpska Party,"Nikolic- ""PATHETIC? Listen here, Serbia exists since the 9th century, and longer than your so call'd land Turkey which are guilty for most war crimes on the Balkans. We owned Albania and Kosovo before your land even existed. And actually, Anatolia, Istanbul and all the Islands surrounding it should be Greek, including Cyprus. That's my comeback for you saying 'Serbia should be Turkish'. Remember 1912 and 1913? When the Orthodox Powers crushed your Empire and turn'd against Islam? I bet you do, and that's when your so call'd Empire fell."""
2165,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=825,2014-12-17T13:27:00,Licata,"Stefan- ""These moves you speak of, were they not on Serbian territory?"""
2166,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=825,2014-12-17T13:52:00,Republika Srpska Party,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.crwflags.com/fotw/images/r/rs)04.gif""/></div><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><div align=""center"">REPUBLIC OF SERBIA</div></span></span><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><div align=""center"">РЕПУБЛИКА СРБИЈА</div></span></span><br/><br/>The protests in Belgrade, Novi Sad and Pristina didn't calm down at all, Serbian Nationalists keep burning flags non-stop, neither stopping to throw flares and fire crackers. In the city of Pristina, the Government building was almost trashed by the protesters, they attached fire crackers with a rope to a rock, lighten it and threw into the window. That includes with flares, but only that flares let out smoke in a red color. Also, the Serbian Government is trying to deal with protests in Belgrade, which is absolutely no use, when the anger, hate and rage are there, nothing can stop the violence. Serbian Riot Police says ""Dear people of Serbia, you should return to your homes or we will have to use force to pull you back. This is your final opportunity to stop these protests."". The Riot Police will be using force to pull back the protesters back, in both cities, Belgrade and Novi Sad. RTS (Radio Televizija Srbija) say and show a video of the protests in Pristina during night, in the background, smashes videos, flags burning, flare smoke and lights of fire crackers exploding is everywhere. The police barricade was pulled even more back to the Government building in Pristina, due to many protesters coming and pulling up."
2167,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=825,2014-12-17T13:53:00,Elepis,"<blockquote><div><cite>Republika Srpska Party <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22829212#p22829212"">wrote</a>:</cite>Nikolic- ""PATHETIC? Listen here, Serbia exists since the 9th century, and longer than your so call'd land Turkey which are guilty for most war crimes on the Balkans. We owned Albania and Kosovo before your land even existed. And actually, Anatolia, Istanbul and all the Islands surrounding it should be Greek, including Cyprus. That's my comeback for you saying 'Serbia should be Turkish'. Remember 1912 and 1913? When the Orthodox Powers crushed your Empire and turn'd against Islam? I bet you do, and that's when your so call'd Empire fell.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Kemal- How can we be guilty of most war crimes when we only own Edrine in the Balkans? Turkey has existed for less than 100 years. You are saying all this land should be Serbian or Greek because it was hundreds of years ago. WHY CAN YOU NOT UNDERSTAND THAT THE PEOPLE OF KOSOVO DO NOT WANT TO LIVE IN SERBIA. I never said Serbia should be Turkish, by your logic it should. Why are you so obsessed history? The people of Kosovo want to be with Albania, can your brain cells not handle that simple concept? It does not fucking matter what it was like 500 years ago, the is 2016, not 1300.""<br/><br/>""As long as Kosovo wants to be with Albania, we will protect that write! Why do you not accept the fact that Kosovo is no longer Serbia, if we go by your logic that ""If someone owned something a long time ago it is their's"" We would all be owned by Rome, or Persia or Greece. YOU CANNOT DICTATE TODAY'S POLITICS ON THE POLITICS OF THE PAST!""<br/><br/>""Guess what, KOSOVO IS ALBANIAN AND IT WILL NEVER BE SERBIAN. NEVER AGAIN, you know why because Kosovoans want to be Albanian and Turkey will do everything it can to protect there write to self determination."""
2168,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=825,2014-12-17T13:59:00,Mattijana,"<span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""> Qingdao Naval Base, North-East China.</span><br/><br/>An unmarked South Korean aircraft flew over the Yellow Sea. It was carrying a pair of heavy duty torpedoes designed specifically to break through the thick hull of a Chinese ship. Another two planes were following close behind with the same equipment designed to wipe out the Chinese aircraft carrier and over half of China's remaining naval presence in the Yellow Sea. Another four aircraft were following carrying firebombs to fuel a blaze if the initial attempt failed."
2169,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=825,2014-12-17T14:01:00,Australian Antarctica,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Shannan, Tibet</span><br/>The 200,000 Chinese that had attacked the southern flank now numbered less than 150,000, with the Tibetans numbering 100,000 on one side, and 150,000 on the other side. The 150,000 continued raining fire upon the Chinese in the valley while the 100,000 on the other side continued the hand-to-hand combat against the Chinese. Some were sleeping through and trying to force the attackers into the valley as well. Tanks and APCs with the 10,000 remaining special forces, set up positions facing China to hold off any attacks. there were 5,000 M2s set up along the line as well as 1,000 Stinger launchers and 5,000 Rockets. Most had been transported from the Tunnel after they had taken up positions. Now they are going to use an old, but good tactic: Trench Warfare. They began digging into the still-half frozen ground and tried to create a 20 mile line of trenches. Shells continue to pound the valley, soon it will look like the surface of the moon."
2170,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=825,2014-12-17T14:06:00,Republika Srpska Party,"Nikolic- ""You started it. Guess what, just because they don't want to be part of Serbia, doesn't mean they won't be. Half of the world doesn't recognize Kosovo, and you call it independent. You do know that Serbian protesters would mess everything up? Your federation plans can be mess'd up by protests, everything can. And no one should stick their nose into other Nations' business, because everything can end up pretty bad. The people of Serbia do not recognize Kosovo, nor does the Government of Serbia. You should deal with the fact that Kosovo isn't a fully recognized state, and that federation has almost no recognition in the whole wide world."""
2171,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=825,2014-12-17T14:41:00,Kargintina,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Canberra, Commonwealth of Australia</span><br/>""Enough! All of you! Your all acting like children."" Abbott snapped. He then real used he had leaped up, so he sat back down. ""The Union between Crimea and Russia in 2014 caused protests in Ukraine on both Government and ethnical Russians, so it's clear that there must be a separate solution. War is certainly not one that benefit any of your countries. Albania and Serbia have both shown neither want to participate in giving up land, so perhaps it's time we do something else. A worldwide vote. All the countries of Earth vote that Kosovo either remains Serbia, or joins Albania. If Kosovo is too be voted to join Serbia, ethnic Serbs can be encouraged to come from other countries to replace the likely mass migration of Kosovan Albanians to Albania. If you do not agree with that, the government of Kosovo can be ruled by two parties, a Serb party and a Albanian party, that can help the Kosovan government from being ruled too much from each, and it will work as a semi-independent state in which Serbia and Albania control half the government. If you all are simply too stubborn to accept even that, then you all can blow each other hell for all I care."" With that, Abbott turned to his advisors. He quietly said to them, I'm doing the right thing here right?"""
2172,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=825,2014-12-17T14:49:00,Licata,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kargintina <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22830052#p22830052"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Canberra, Commonwealth of Australia</span><br/>""Enough! All of you! Your all acting like children."" Abbott snapped. He then real used he had leaped up, so he sat back down. ""The Union between Crimea and Russia in 2014 caused protests in Ukraine on both Government and ethnical Russians, so it's clear that there must be a separate solution. War is certainly not one that benefit any of your countries. Albania and Serbia have both shown neither want to participate in giving up land, so perhaps it's time we do something else. A worldwide vote. All the countries of Earth vote that Kosovo either remains Serbia, or joins Albania. If Kosovo is too be voted to join Serbia, ethnic Serbs can be encouraged to come from other countries to replace the likely mass migration of Kosovan Albanians to Albania. If you do not agree with that, the government of Kosovo can be ruled by two parties, a Serb party and a Albanian party, that can help the Kosovan government from being ruled too much from each, and it will work as a semi-independent state in which Serbia and Albania control half the government. If you all are simply too stubborn to accept even that, then you all can blow each other hell for all I care."" With that, Abbott turned to his advisors. He quietly said to them, I'm doing the right thing here right?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>Daniele- ""Perhaps Kosovo should be placed under Italian control. Our system would guarantee both safety and autonomy. We have the monetary strength to establish a stable economy and a safe environment. Serb-Italo relations would protect Kosovo and Albania can stop their rapid mobilization. We can offer them safety from Serbs, Turks, and Albanians. I'm sure they'd prefer the Italian system over the Albanian system anyway."""
2173,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=825,2014-12-17T15:03:00,The North German Commonwealth,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kargintina <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22830052#p22830052"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Canberra, Commonwealth of Australia</span><br/>""Enough! All of you! Your all acting like children."" Abbott snapped. He then real used he had leaped up, so he sat back down. ""The Union between Crimea and Russia in 2014 caused protests in Ukraine on both Government and ethnical Russians, so it's clear that there must be a separate solution. War is certainly not one that benefit any of your countries. Albania and Serbia have both shown neither want to participate in giving up land, so perhaps it's time we do something else. A worldwide vote. All the countries of Earth vote that Kosovo either remains Serbia, or joins Albania. If Kosovo is too be voted to join Serbia, ethnic Serbs can be encouraged to come from other countries to replace the likely mass migration of Kosovan Albanians to Albania. If you do not agree with that, the government of Kosovo can be ruled by two parties, a Serb party and a Albanian party, that can help the Kosovan government from being ruled too much from each, and it will work as a semi-independent state in which Serbia and Albania control half the government. If you all are simply too stubborn to accept even that, then you all can blow each other hell for all I care."" With that, Abbott turned to his advisors. He quietly said to them, I'm doing the right thing here right?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>CANBERRA, COMMONWEALTH OF AUSTRALIA:<br/>""Mr. Abbott, I was about to say the same thing."" Edi Rama said, grimly looking on to the conversation. ""Oh, and Nikolic? I forgot. Who, exactly, will come to your aid in a war? Italy, maybe. Russia? Unlikely, their government was overthrown and they are in a hot mess currently. Well, you forget that Albania has this alliance, see? Its called NATO. So, let's see. Right now, we have Albania-Kosovo, Turkey, and the goddamn United States of frickin' America versus you and... hmmm, let's see... oh, yes. Italy. So, as they say in America, you are wanting to go?"" He finished, keeping a cool and collected look throughout his entire dialogue. ""Also, Daniele? If Kosovo was to be placed under Italian control, it would be after Albania was a smoking, bloody, bombed ruin, after years of war.""<br/><br/>PRISTINA, KOSOVO, FEDERATION OF ALBANIA AND KOSOVO:<br/>""Aw crap."" The commander muttered under his breath as the Serbs advanced. Into the comlink attached to every soldiers mask, he quietly said: ""Throw your canisters."" Soon after, chaos erupted as Tear Gas Canisters where thrown, and people started falling, almost blind from the Tear Gas. Then, the commander told his troops: ""Move in! Arrest anyone who resists! But remember, do not attack unless attacked!"""
2174,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=825,2014-12-17T15:07:00,Licata,"<blockquote><div><cite>The North German Commonwealth <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22830262#p22830262"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Kargintina <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22830052#p22830052"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Canberra, Commonwealth of Australia</span><br/>""Enough! All of you! Your all acting like children."" Abbott snapped. He then real used he had leaped up, so he sat back down. ""The Union between Crimea and Russia in 2014 caused protests in Ukraine on both Government and ethnical Russians, so it's clear that there must be a separate solution. War is certainly not one that benefit any of your countries. Albania and Serbia have both shown neither want to participate in giving up land, so perhaps it's time we do something else. A worldwide vote. All the countries of Earth vote that Kosovo either remains Serbia, or joins Albania. If Kosovo is too be voted to join Serbia, ethnic Serbs can be encouraged to come from other countries to replace the likely mass migration of Kosovan Albanians to Albania. If you do not agree with that, the government of Kosovo can be ruled by two parties, a Serb party and a Albanian party, that can help the Kosovan government from being ruled too much from each, and it will work as a semi-independent state in which Serbia and Albania control half the government. If you all are simply too stubborn to accept even that, then you all can blow each other hell for all I care."" With that, Abbott turned to his advisors. He quietly said to them, I'm doing the right thing here right?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>CANBERRA, COMMONWEALTH OF AUSTRALIA:<br/>""Mr. Abbott, I was about to say the same thing."" Edi Rama said, grimly looking on to the conversation. ""Oh, and Nikolic? I forgot. Who, exactly, will come to your aid in a war? Italy, maybe. Russia? Unlikely, their government was overthrown and they are in a hot mess currently. Well, you forget that Albania has this alliance, see? Its called NATO. So, let's see. Right now, we have Albania-Kosovo, Turkey, and the goddamn United States of frickin' America versus you and... hmmm, let's see... oh, yes. Italy. So, as they say in America, you are wanting to go?"" He finished, keeping a cool and collected look throughout his entire dialogue. ""Also, Daniele? If Kosovo was to be placed under Italian control, it would be after Albania was a smoking, bloody, bombed ruin, after years of war.""<br/><br/>PRISTINA, KOSOVO, FEDERATION OF ALBANIA AND KOSOVO:<br/>""Aw crap."" The commander muttered under his breath as the Serbs advanced. Into the comlink attached to every soldiers mask, he quietly said: ""Throw your canisters."" Soon after, chaos erupted as Tear Gas Canisters where thrown, and people started falling, almost blind from the Tear Gas. Then, the commander told his troops: ""Move in! Arrest anyone who resists! But remember, do not attack unless attacked!""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Stefan- ""Is that a challenge? Either way, that may be just what Albania becomes if you continue on your warpath and don't end your Imperialistic ways.""<br/><br/><br/>The Italian guards slyly take off the safety system on their rifles."
2175,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=825,2014-12-17T15:09:00,Elepis,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kargintina <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22830052#p22830052"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Canberra, Commonwealth of Australia</span><br/>""Enough! All of you! Your all acting like children."" Abbott snapped. He then real used he had leaped up, so he sat back down. ""The Union between Crimea and Russia in 2014 caused protests in Ukraine on both Government and ethnical Russians, so it's clear that there must be a separate solution. War is certainly not one that benefit any of your countries. Albania and Serbia have both shown neither want to participate in giving up land, so perhaps it's time we do something else. A worldwide vote. All the countries of Earth vote that Kosovo either remains Serbia, or joins Albania. If Kosovo is too be voted to join Serbia, ethnic Serbs can be encouraged to come from other countries to replace the likely mass migration of Kosovan Albanians to Albania. If you do not agree with that, the government of Kosovo can be ruled by two parties, a Serb party and a Albanian party, that can help the Kosovan government from being ruled too much from each, and it will work as a semi-independent state in which Serbia and Albania control half the government. If you all are simply too stubborn to accept even that, then you all can blow each other hell for all I care."" With that, Abbott turned to his advisors. He quietly said to them, I'm doing the right thing here right?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Kemal-""I do not think that will work, why should the people of other countries have a say in how your country is run? I do not agree with Merkel in Germany, I do not go and try and force her out? No, I respect the peoples decision, the people of Kosovo have spoken, Serbia must accept that"""
2176,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=825,2014-12-17T15:10:00,Elepis,"<blockquote><div><cite>Licata <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22830306#p22830306"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The North German Commonwealth <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22830262#p22830262"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>CANBERRA, COMMONWEALTH OF AUSTRALIA:<br/>""Mr. Abbott, I was about to say the same thing."" Edi Rama said, grimly looking on to the conversation. ""Oh, and Nikolic? I forgot. Who, exactly, will come to your aid in a war? Italy, maybe. Russia? Unlikely, their government was overthrown and they are in a hot mess currently. Well, you forget that Albania has this alliance, see? Its called NATO. So, let's see. Right now, we have Albania-Kosovo, Turkey, and the goddamn United States of frickin' America versus you and... hmmm, let's see... oh, yes. Italy. So, as they say in America, you are wanting to go?"" He finished, keeping a cool and collected look throughout his entire dialogue. ""Also, Daniele? If Kosovo was to be placed under Italian control, it would be after Albania was a smoking, bloody, bombed ruin, after years of war.""<br/><br/>PRISTINA, KOSOVO, FEDERATION OF ALBANIA AND KOSOVO:<br/>""Aw crap."" The commander muttered under his breath as the Serbs advanced. Into the comlink attached to every soldiers mask, he quietly said: ""Throw your canisters."" Soon after, chaos erupted as Tear Gas Canisters where thrown, and people started falling, almost blind from the Tear Gas. Then, the commander told his troops: ""Move in! Arrest anyone who resists! But remember, do not attack unless attacked!""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Stefan- ""Is that a challenge? Either way, that may be just what Albania becomes if you continue on your warpath and don't end your Imperialistic ways.""<br/><br/><br/>The Italian guards slyly take off the safety system on their rifles.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Kemal-""The people of Kosovo want to be with Albania, it is called democracy, why can you not support that?"""
2177,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=825,2014-12-17T15:13:00,Licata,"<blockquote><div><cite>Elepis <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22830328#p22830328"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Licata <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22830306#p22830306"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Stefan- ""Is that a challenge? Either way, that may be just what Albania becomes if you continue on your warpath and don't end your Imperialistic ways.""<br/><br/><br/>The Italian guards slyly take off the safety system on their rifles.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Kemal-""The people of Kosovo want to be with Albania, it is called democracy, why can you not support that?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Stefan- ""In case you do not know or have failed to realize this, but Italia is not a democracy. The people of Kosovo are dealing with a disgruntled Serbia and a militarized Albania. They will go on appeasing those with the larger guns."""
2178,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=825,2014-12-17T15:16:00,Elepis,"<blockquote><div><cite>Licata <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22830355#p22830355"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Elepis <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22830328#p22830328"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Kemal-""The people of Kosovo want to be with Albania, it is called democracy, why can you not support that?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Stefan- ""In case you do not know or have failed to realize this, but Italia is not a democracy. The people of Kosovo are dealing with a disgruntled Serbia and a militarized Albania. They will go on appeasing those with the larger guns.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Kemal-""When the referendum was passed, Albania had a small weak military, they were not militarized"""
2179,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=825,2014-12-17T15:19:00,Licata,"<blockquote><div><cite>Elepis <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22830394#p22830394"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Licata <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22830355#p22830355"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Stefan- ""In case you do not know or have failed to realize this, but Italia is not a democracy. The people of Kosovo are dealing with a disgruntled Serbia and a militarized Albania. They will go on appeasing those with the larger guns.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Kemal-""When the referendum was passed, Albania had a small weak military, they were not militarized""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Stefan- ""Neither was Germany when Hitler annexed Austria. A militarized state is not easily definable, that is until they begin throwing their weight around."""
2180,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=825,2014-12-17T15:21:00,Elepis,"<blockquote><div><cite>Licata <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22830426#p22830426"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Elepis <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22830394#p22830394"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Kemal-""When the referendum was passed, Albania had a small weak military, they were not militarized""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Stefan- ""Neither was Germany when Hitler annexed Austria. A militarized state is not easily definable, that is until they begin throwing their weight around.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Kemal- ""If they were scared of the military, why did they not join the much more militarized Serbia?"""
2181,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=825,2014-12-17T15:22:00,The North German Commonwealth,"<blockquote><div><cite>Licata <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22830306#p22830306"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The North German Commonwealth <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22830262#p22830262"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>CANBERRA, COMMONWEALTH OF AUSTRALIA:<br/>""Mr. Abbott, I was about to say the same thing."" Edi Rama said, grimly looking on to the conversation. ""Oh, and Nikolic? I forgot. Who, exactly, will come to your aid in a war? Italy, maybe. Russia? Unlikely, their government was overthrown and they are in a hot mess currently. Well, you forget that Albania has this alliance, see? Its called NATO. So, let's see. Right now, we have Albania-Kosovo, Turkey, and the goddamn United States of frickin' America versus you and... hmmm, let's see... oh, yes. Italy. So, as they say in America, you are wanting to go?"" He finished, keeping a cool and collected look throughout his entire dialogue. ""Also, Daniele? If Kosovo was to be placed under Italian control, it would be after Albania was a smoking, bloody, bombed ruin, after years of war.""<br/><br/>PRISTINA, KOSOVO, FEDERATION OF ALBANIA AND KOSOVO:<br/>""Aw crap."" The commander muttered under his breath as the Serbs advanced. Into the comlink attached to every soldiers mask, he quietly said: ""Throw your canisters."" Soon after, chaos erupted as Tear Gas Canisters where thrown, and people started falling, almost blind from the Tear Gas. Then, the commander told his troops: ""Move in! Arrest anyone who resists! But remember, do not attack unless attacked!""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Stefan- ""Is that a challenge? Either way, that may be just what Albania becomes if you continue on your warpath and don't end your Imperialistic ways.""<br/><br/><br/>The Italian guards slyly take off the safety system on their rifles.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>CANBERRA, COMMONWEALTH OF AUSTRALIA:<br/>""No, it is not a challenge. Also, we need to stop our imperialist ways? Why, Italy has almost completely absorbed the economies of France and Serbia, and soon they will rely on Italy to keep their economies afloat! Perhaps Italy should halt it's imperialist ambitions. Not to mention the fact that Albania has no plans to expand further. Kosovo was a necessity, it needed protection from the Serbs."" The, noticing the faint click of the safety being taken off, he gave a silent hand gesture to his guards, who whipped their guns up, turned the safety off, and aimed them at the Italians all within seconds. ""Now, Mr. Stefan, tell your guards to set down their weapons."" He said, grinning. ""Think I would not notice, hmm? Well, you are sorrowly mistaken.""<br/>Then, he gave another silent hand gesture to the Turks, informing them of a wish for the Turks to assist the Albanians."
2182,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=825,2014-12-17T15:25:00,Elepis,"<blockquote><div><cite>The North German Commonwealth <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22830465#p22830465"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Licata <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22830306#p22830306"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Stefan- ""Is that a challenge? Either way, that may be just what Albania becomes if you continue on your warpath and don't end your Imperialistic ways.""<br/><br/><br/>The Italian guards slyly take off the safety system on their rifles.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>CANBERRA, COMMONWEALTH OF AUSTRALIA:<br/>""No, it is not a challenge. Also, we need to stop our imperialist ways? Why, Italy has almost completely absorbed the economies of France and Serbia, and soon they will rely on Italy to keep their economies afloat! Perhaps Italy should halt it's imperialist ambitions. Not to mention the fact that Albania has no plans to expand further. Kosovo was a necessity, it needed protection from the Serbs."" The, noticing the faint click of the safety being taken off, he gave a silent hand gesture to his guards, who whipped their guns up, turned the safety off, and aimed them at the Italians all within seconds. ""Now, Mr. Stefan, tell your guards to set down their weapons."" He said, grinning. ""Think I would not notice, hmm? Well, you are sorrowly mistaken.""<br/>Then, he gave another silent hand gesture to the Turks, informing them of a wish for the Turks to assist the Albanians.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Kemal- ""Now every play nice"" he pressed a button in his trousers, which alerted the guards outside. If he pressed it again they would come in and kill everyone in the room bar the Turks, Australians and Albanians."
2183,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=825,2014-12-17T15:29:00,Licata,"<blockquote><div><cite>Elepis <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22830453#p22830453"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Licata <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22830426#p22830426"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Stefan- ""Neither was Germany when Hitler annexed Austria. A militarized state is not easily definable, that is until they begin throwing their weight around.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Kemal- ""If they were scared of the military, why did they not join the much more militarized Serbia?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Daniele- ""Ha, Serbia is not militarized Austria has a larger military force.""<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>The North German Commonwealth <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22830465#p22830465"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Licata <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22830306#p22830306"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Stefan- ""Is that a challenge? Either way, that may be just what Albania becomes if you continue on your warpath and don't end your Imperialistic ways.""<br/><br/><br/>The Italian guards slyly take off the safety system on their rifles.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>CANBERRA, COMMONWEALTH OF AUSTRALIA:<br/>""No, it is not a challenge. Also, we need to stop our imperialist ways? Why, Italy has almost completely absorbed the economies of France and Serbia, and soon they will rely on Italy to keep their economies afloat! Perhaps Italy should halt it's imperialist ambitions. Not to mention the fact that Albania has no plans to expand further. Kosovo was a necessity, it needed protection from the Serbs."" The, noticing the faint click of the safety being taken off, he gave a silent hand gesture to his guards, who whipped their guns up, turned the safety off, and aimed them at the Italians all within seconds. ""Now, Mr. Stefan, tell your guards to set down their weapons."" He said, grinning. ""Think I would not notice, hmm? Well, you are sorrowly mistaken.""<br/>Then, he gave another silent hand gesture to the Turks, informing them of a wish for the Turks to assist the Albanians.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Stefan- ""This is an outrage!"" *Stefan flicks his wrist as a signal, the Italian guards draw their arms at point towards their aggressors*<br/><br/>Daniele- ""I'd advise against making a decision you will regret. Also, when did economic cooperation become illegal?"""
2184,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=825,2014-12-17T15:35:00,The North German Commonwealth,"<blockquote><div><cite>Licata <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22830537#p22830537"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Elepis <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22830453#p22830453"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Kemal- ""If they were scared of the military, why did they not join the much more militarized Serbia?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Daniele- ""Ha, Serbia is not militarized Austria has a larger military force.""<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>The North German Commonwealth <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22830465#p22830465"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>CANBERRA, COMMONWEALTH OF AUSTRALIA:<br/>""No, it is not a challenge. Also, we need to stop our imperialist ways? Why, Italy has almost completely absorbed the economies of France and Serbia, and soon they will rely on Italy to keep their economies afloat! Perhaps Italy should halt it's imperialist ambitions. Not to mention the fact that Albania has no plans to expand further. Kosovo was a necessity, it needed protection from the Serbs."" The, noticing the faint click of the safety being taken off, he gave a silent hand gesture to his guards, who whipped their guns up, turned the safety off, and aimed them at the Italians all within seconds. ""Now, Mr. Stefan, tell your guards to set down their weapons."" He said, grinning. ""Think I would not notice, hmm? Well, you are sorrowly mistaken.""<br/>Then, he gave another silent hand gesture to the Turks, informing them of a wish for the Turks to assist the Albanians.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Stefan- ""This is an outrage!"" *Stefan flicks his wrist as a signal, the Italian guards draw their arms at point towards their aggressors*<br/><br/>Daniele- ""I'd advise against making a decision you will regret. Also, when did economic cooperation become illegal?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>CANBERRA, COMMONWEALTH OF AUSTRALIA:<br/>""Economic cooperation!? Is that what you call completely absorbing another nations economy so that they become little more than puppet states completely reliant on you to decide their every economic decision?"""
2185,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=825,2014-12-17T15:39:00,Elepis,"<blockquote><div><cite>Licata <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22830537#p22830537"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Elepis <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22830453#p22830453"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Kemal- ""If they were scared of the military, why did they not join the much more militarized Serbia?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Daniele- ""Ha, Serbia is not militarized Austria has a larger military force.""<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>The North German Commonwealth <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22830465#p22830465"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>CANBERRA, COMMONWEALTH OF AUSTRALIA:<br/>""No, it is not a challenge. Also, we need to stop our imperialist ways? Why, Italy has almost completely absorbed the economies of France and Serbia, and soon they will rely on Italy to keep their economies afloat! Perhaps Italy should halt it's imperialist ambitions. Not to mention the fact that Albania has no plans to expand further. Kosovo was a necessity, it needed protection from the Serbs."" The, noticing the faint click of the safety being taken off, he gave a silent hand gesture to his guards, who whipped their guns up, turned the safety off, and aimed them at the Italians all within seconds. ""Now, Mr. Stefan, tell your guards to set down their weapons."" He said, grinning. ""Think I would not notice, hmm? Well, you are sorrowly mistaken.""<br/>Then, he gave another silent hand gesture to the Turks, informing them of a wish for the Turks to assist the Albanians.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Stefan- ""This is an outrage!"" *Stefan flicks his wrist as a signal, the Italian guards draw their arms at point towards their aggressors*<br/><br/>Daniele- ""I'd advise against making a decision you will regret. Also, when did economic cooperation become illegal?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>Kemal- ""They were more militarized than Albania, Albanian did not even have any tanks, now they do. Anyway, everyone put down your guns and for goodness sake calm down. Are you school boy arguing over a football? Daniele, Turkey has access to nuclear weapons, I advise you lower your gun.""<br/><br/>Turkish nuclear sharing:<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_states_with_nuclear_weapons"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_states_with_nuclear_weapons</a>"
2186,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=825,2014-12-17T15:45:00,Licata,"Daniele- ""Ha ha ha, did you even look at the figures? Italy effects less than five percent of Serbia's economy. Far less for that of France. Italian Syndicates that rebuild businesses and buyout debts are a blessing for our partners. Syndicates are vast and have the ability to make business profitable and stable. The only nation we could truly effect via economic manipulation is Serbia, they'd lose three billion dollars a year. That is it.""<br/><br/>Daniele- ""Italy has the Aster missile system your nukes would be destroyed over your land. Launch a nuke and see your self exiled from global politics.""<br/><br/>Stefan- ""I believe we are done here, clearly these beasts would see to the subjugation of both Kosovo and Serbia. We will back both against your Imperialistic regimes hellbent on destabilizing the Balkans.""<br/><br/>*The Italian delegation begins to leave. Guards alert.*"
2187,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=850,2014-12-17T17:04:00,Zatak,"'You will all sit down and shut up... my Italian friends as well.... You people know nothing of how to deal with this situation even when you all claim to speak for the people of Kosovo all you can do is point back to personal gain or reason yet I listen here to grown men fighting over who has the bigger weapons and who has the better nation but that is not why we are here is it or have you forgotten that you are not in danger but more so the people in the area who sit and wait jut to hope that we won't have another Balkan wars where everyone was guilty of crimes that we all regret ever happening so you can all sit and do this like men.<br/><br/>History is history and if you think that it matters now then I will be the one to say it does not. We must look to what the modern people say and while ninety percent are ethnic Albanian we must also look to the other ten. The truth is if you all think that you can pull the historic claims card then you have lost this argument. My own home country s divided by north and south yet we get along despite being different in most ways so I hope that we can do the same.<br/><br/>I do not want to see another Balkan wars I can remember the last one quite well and I can remember the terrible things we all did in the name of peace and men yet did none of you stop to think what Kosovo wants and I mean all of them. The majority want a union with Albania yet there is a good percent that does not and as such we must also look at them to understand the situation of the region that you all seem to get angry over for no reason. I have seen the world and have seen men die for they're beliefs in false visions and even though some of you truly do hate me and wish my head we must but a side are differences to come up with a logical solution.<br/><br/>We will never come to a compromise with are current demands no matter how much we try although I will say that I do not think the union should continue as it will cause nothing but ethnic situation but if Kosovo wishes closer ties Albania they can have them even if they link they're Economies together and they're militaries so be it but I do not believe a union is possible at this time. The other step is for all you as world leaders to recognize Kosovo as a independent nation in it's right so that they may continue to live in a peaceful state where they do not have to put up with idiotic strife."", Jonathon said as he lost it just listening to the conversation go on and the Italian delegate throw a tantrum although he hoped he could of deescalated the situation a bit before they do something more stupid that ends in nothing more then the injury or deaths of countless lives."
2188,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=850,2014-12-17T17:27:00,Licata,"<blockquote><div><cite>ZATAK <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22831504#p22831504"">wrote</a>:</cite>'You will all sit down and shut up... my Italian friends as well.... You people know nothing of how to deal with this situation even when you all claim to speak for the people of Kosovo all you can do is point back to personal gain or reason yet I listen here to grown men fighting over who has the bigger weapons and who has the better nation but that is not why we are here is it or have you forgotten that you are not in danger but more so the people in the area who sit and wait jut to hope that we won't have another Balkan wars where everyone was guilty of crimes that we all regret ever happening so you can all sit and do this like men.<br/><br/>History is history and if you think that it matters now then I will be the one to say it does not. We must look to what the modern people say and while ninety percent are ethnic Albanian we must also look to the other ten. The truth is if you all think that you can pull the historic claims card then you have lost this argument. My own home country s divided by north and south yet we get along despite being different in most ways so I hope that we can do the same.<br/><br/>I do not want to see another Balkan wars I can remember the last one quite well and I can remember the terrible things we all did in the name of peace and men yet did none of you stop to think what Kosovo wants and I mean all of them. The majority want a union with Albania yet there is a good percent that does not and as such we must also look at them to understand the situation of the region that you all seem to get angry over for no reason. I have seen the world and have seen men die for they're beliefs in false visions and even though some of you truly do hate me and wish my head we must but a side are differences to come up with a logical solution.<br/><br/>We will never come to a compromise with are current demands no matter how much we try although I will say that I do not think the union should continue as it will cause nothing but ethnic situation but if Kosovo wishes closer ties Albania they can have them even if they link they're Economies together and they're militaries so be it but I do not believe a union is possible at this time. The other step is for all you as world leaders to recognize Kosovo as a independent nation in it's right so that they may continue to live in a peaceful state where they do not have to put up with idiotic strife."", Jonathon said as he lost it just listening to the conversation go on and the Italian delegate throw a tantrum although he hoped he could of deescalated the situation a bit before they do something more stupid that ends in nothing more then the injury or deaths of countless lives.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>Stefan- ""We are here to protect our assets in Serbia. Our workers will not die because some Albanians and Turks decide they can go around taking territory and reignite wars. What person of stature threatens to use nuclear weapons in peace talks? Fools, no Turks. We, on behalf of the Italian nation and her Syndicates withdraw from these talk. We hope your pathetic regimes collapse. Good Day!""<br/><br/>*The Italian delegation walk out of the doors and head to their transport to return to their homeland."
2189,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=850,2014-12-17T18:00:00,The Greater Gambia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Casamance Region, Senegal</span><br/><br/>Karimo Sabamye didn't care what Jhonothan said on the matter of chemical weapons, they were effective in their goal and would give the AFP the upperhand in the long run. He wouldn't say that to his face, not yet anyway. He had just arrived in the Casamance region of Senegal, it's been the site of many revolts against the Senegalese government by the locals, who feel that the Senegalese are just exploiting the region. Though the last revolt was settled two years ago, Karimo hoped he could reignite the flames of war again by selling the locals chemical weapons. He was meeting with a former commander of the MFDC.<br/><br/>Karimo- The AFP is willing to fund and supply a revolt in the Casamance region. We will be able to arm you with mustard gas canisters. Of course, you won't be able to fire them out of a mortar or artillery, you'll either have to set them up as an IED, or have some poor sod detonate it himself. But you will still gain the same results.<br/><br/>Former Commander- You want me, to purchase a weapon that the first time we use it, we will be labeled as war criminals? Do you realize how insane that sounds?<br/><br/>Karimo- Does your independence mean nothing to you? The Senegalese army is better equipped than any piss ant rebellion you could muster, I am just trying to help you even the playing field.<br/><br/>Commander-The world will shun us, hell, they may even join the Senegalese and invade aswell.<br/><br/>Karimo-Did they help in Syria? A few airstrikes here and there, but nothing of any real damage. Tell you what, I'll even add in AA for your troubles.<br/><br/>Commander-Get out of my village, now!<br/><br/>Karimo sighed and motioned to one of his soldiers. The soldier left the building. All of a sudden, screaming and panicking could be heard from outside. The commander ran outside to see the whole village gathered in front of his house, the AFP soldiers surrounding them with their guns aimed and loaded.<br/><br/>Karimo-I think you know what I'll do to these people if you refuse our most generous offer, but do you know what else? We'll make sure that the Senegalese never have to worry about a Casamance uprising ever again. Most of your people are Diola, right? We will wipe your entire people off the map if you refuse. We have the ability to, as well. Mustard gas does wonders for the body.<br/><br/>The Commander reluctantly agreed.<br/><br/>Karimo- Excellent, also don't think about selling us out, if we find out you double crossed us, we'll do worse than kill this entire village.<br/><br/>Karimo and his men got in their trucks and left, they headed back to their base near the border."
2190,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=850,2014-12-17T18:24:00,Of The Rnclave,"<img alt=""Image"" src=""http://en.people.cn/mediafile/201107/04/F201107041346023032126242.jpg""/><br/><br/>The Joint Light Tactical vehicles the Marines rode in ripped through the terrain as they entered into Tibet, a group of 200,000 Tibetian Soldiers were reported to be marching somewhere around where they were, reportedly there was a large battle going on 50 miles inland, two massive armies grinding away at each other. But both groups fought only with weapons without technology in them, meaning only rifles really. Two B-52s were flying their way to take some of the edge of the Tibet warriors, hopefully for enough time for them to push the Chinese out. ( Australia, this is where you take control of these bombers and use thin as you will )<br/><br/>This group of Marines was only 15,000 strong, the larger force of around 35,000 would para drop behind Chinese lines, 5 miles back, and push forward, another force of around 30,000 would para drop from the west, and pinch in upon the Chinese. Hopefully trapping them long enough for the B-52s or complete their bombing runs.<br/><br/>The Marine arming the gun, stopped joking around with his buddy for a second, in the distance, he saw a group of soldiers marching, moving he began switching on and off a spotlight, the signal for the Tibet warriors to stop and meet up with the force. "" HEY! WE ARE US SOLDIERS! ARE YA ALL FROM TIBET?"" He shouted through his mega phone.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">5 MILES BEHIND CHINESE LINES</span></span><br/><br/>In the dead of night, the Marines in mass jumped out the bald of their C-17's, floating to the ground in groups, meeting up in groups of 500 throughout the forested area. The Commander of American forces in China pulled up his radio.<br/><br/>"" To all who can hear this, this is USMC commander of the forces in ASIACOM. Precede with operation Falcon, good luck boys."" He finished, before the men began moving out, the 500 man force moving forward, seeing a massive supply yard up ahead, manned by at least 1,000 Chinese men, moving hurriedly to pick through the up working tech.<br/><br/>"" Corporal, set up the Mortar."" The Commander whispered, the man nodding as he pulled it out and set it down, dropping in a smoke shell, firing it up into the air, before dropping a flax het round in, volleying off two of them after the smoke shell plumed over there field.<br/><br/>These small battles waged behind Chinese lines, American forces sneaking up on the small amounts Chinese forces in the back, aggressively pushing them back, fighting them like the devils they were."
2191,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=850,2014-12-17T18:31:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Of The Rnclave <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22832383#p22832383"">wrote</a>:</cite>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.people.cn/mediafile/201107/04/F201107041346023032126242.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/><br/>The Joint Light Tactical vehicles the Marines rode in ripped through the terrain as they entered into Tibet, a group of 200,000 Tibetian Soldiers were reported to be marching somewhere around where they were, reportedly there was a large battle going on 50 miles inland, two massive armies grinding away at each other. But both groups fought only with weapons without technology in them, meaning only rifles really. Two B-52s were flying their way to take some of the edge of the Tibet warriors, hopefully for enough time for them to push the Chinese out. ( Australia, this is where you take control of these bombers and use thin as you will )<br/><br/>This group of Marines was only 15,000 strong, the larger force of around 35,000 would para drop behind Chinese lines, 5 miles back, and push forward, another force of around 30,000 would para drop from the west, and pinch in upon the Chinese. Hopefully trapping them long enough for the B-52s or complete their bombing runs. <br/><br/>The Marine arming the gun, stopped joking around with his buddy for a second, in the distance, he saw a group of soldiers marching, moving he began switching on and off a spotlight, the signal for the Tibet warriors to stop and meet up with the force. "" HEY! WE ARE US SOLDIERS! ARE YA ALL FROM TIBET?"" He shouted through his mega phone.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">5 MILES BEHIND CHINESE LINES</span></span><br/><br/>In the dead of night, the Marines in mass jumped out the bald of their C-17's, floating to the ground in groups, meeting up in groups of 500 throughout the forested area. The Commander of American forces in China pulled up his radio.<br/><br/>"" To all who can hear this, this is USMC commander of the forces in ASIACOM. Precede with operation Falcon, good luck boys."" He finished, before the men began moving out, the 500 man force moving forward, seeing a massive supply yard up ahead, manned by at least 1,000 Chinese men, moving hurriedly to pick through the up working tech.<br/><br/>"" Corporal, set up the Mortar."" The Commander whispered, the man nodding as he pulled it out and set it down, dropping in a smoke shell, firing it up into the air, before dropping a flax het round in, volleying off two of them after the smoke shell plumed over there field.<br/><br/>These small battles waged behind Chinese lines, American forces sneaking up on the small amounts Chinese forces in the back, aggressively pushing them back, fighting them like the devils they were.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Battle of Shannan</span></span><br/>Yun Huang was the one who spotted the Americans ""YES! WE HERE! HELP!"" he shot off a single, IR flare. More Artilery fire was raining down on the Chinese in the valley where 1,000,000 men fought. The Tibetans had forced the Chinese in their lines into the valley as well and were concentrating fire more. The trenches were completed and formed a U shape around the Eastern side. It was connected to the tunnels and was 5 feet deep."
2192,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=850,2014-12-17T18:38:00,Of The Rnclave,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22832465#p22832465"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Of The Rnclave <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22832383#p22832383"">wrote</a>:</cite>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.people.cn/mediafile/201107/04/F201107041346023032126242.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/><br/>The Joint Light Tactical vehicles the Marines rode in ripped through the terrain as they entered into Tibet, a group of 200,000 Tibetian Soldiers were reported to be marching somewhere around where they were, reportedly there was a large battle going on 50 miles inland, two massive armies grinding away at each other. But both groups fought only with weapons without technology in them, meaning only rifles really. Two B-52s were flying their way to take some of the edge of the Tibet warriors, hopefully for enough time for them to push the Chinese out. ( Australia, this is where you take control of these bombers and use thin as you will )<br/><br/>This group of Marines was only 15,000 strong, the larger force of around 35,000 would para drop behind Chinese lines, 5 miles back, and push forward, another force of around 30,000 would para drop from the west, and pinch in upon the Chinese. Hopefully trapping them long enough for the B-52s or complete their bombing runs. <br/><br/>The Marine arming the gun, stopped joking around with his buddy for a second, in the distance, he saw a group of soldiers marching, moving he began switching on and off a spotlight, the signal for the Tibet warriors to stop and meet up with the force. "" HEY! WE ARE US SOLDIERS! ARE YA ALL FROM TIBET?"" He shouted through his mega phone.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">5 MILES BEHIND CHINESE LINES</span></span><br/><br/>In the dead of night, the Marines in mass jumped out the bald of their C-17's, floating to the ground in groups, meeting up in groups of 500 throughout the forested area. The Commander of American forces in China pulled up his radio.<br/><br/>"" To all who can hear this, this is USMC commander of the forces in ASIACOM. Precede with operation Falcon, good luck boys."" He finished, before the men began moving out, the 500 man force moving forward, seeing a massive supply yard up ahead, manned by at least 1,000 Chinese men, moving hurriedly to pick through the up working tech.<br/><br/>"" Corporal, set up the Mortar."" The Commander whispered, the man nodding as he pulled it out and set it down, dropping in a smoke shell, firing it up into the air, before dropping a flax het round in, volleying off two of them after the smoke shell plumed over there field.<br/><br/>These small battles waged behind Chinese lines, American forces sneaking up on the small amounts Chinese forces in the back, aggressively pushing them back, fighting them like the devils they were.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Battle of Shannan</span></span><br/>Yun Huang was the one who spotted the Americans ""YES! WE HERE! HELP!"" he shot off a single, IR flare. More Artilery fire was raining down on the Chinese in the valley where 1,000,000 men fought. The Tibetans had forced the Chinese in their lines into the valley as well and were concentrating fire more. The trenches were completed and formed a U shape around the Eastern side. It was connected to the tunnels and was 5 feet deep.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The Commander of the 15,000 men in the JLTVs whistled to his men to begin unloading the equipment for the Tibetan soldiers from the trucks, the large crates being laided out. The 450 Tank column rolled up behind,the massive column a sore sight surely for the warriors before them. "" This equipment and the tanks should surely even the odds with the Chinese, don't ya say?"" The commander laughed as he stepped back up on top of his tank, waiting for the Tibetan commanders reply."
2193,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=850,2014-12-17T18:43:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Of The Rnclave <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22832561#p22832561"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22832465#p22832465"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Battle of Shannan</span></span><br/>Yun Huang was the one who spotted the Americans ""YES! WE HERE! HELP!"" he shot off a single, IR flare. More Artilery fire was raining down on the Chinese in the valley where 1,000,000 men fought. The Tibetans had forced the Chinese in their lines into the valley as well and were concentrating fire more. The trenches were completed and formed a U shape around the Eastern side. It was connected to the tunnels and was 5 feet deep.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The Commander of the 15,000 men in the JLTVs whistled to his men to begin unloading the equipment for the Tibetan soldiers from the trucks, the large crates being laided out. The 450 Tank column rolled up behind,the massive column a sore sight surely for the warriors before them. "" This equipment and the tanks should surely even the odds with the Chinese, don't ya say?"" The commander laughed as he stepped back up on top of his tank, waiting for the Tibetan commanders reply.</div></blockquote><br/>""Thank you, those tanks will help us a lot. Can you deploy them to the west about 10 miles? You will see a trench system. I will radio them that you are comeing. As for the crates, what are in them?"" Yun responded, a slight British accent mingled in with the otherwise plain English,"
2194,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=850,2014-12-17T18:47:00,Of The Rnclave,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22832628#p22832628"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Of The Rnclave <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22832561#p22832561"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>The Commander of the 15,000 men in the JLTVs whistled to his men to begin unloading the equipment for the Tibetan soldiers from the trucks, the large crates being laided out. The 450 Tank column rolled up behind,the massive column a sore sight surely for the warriors before them. "" This equipment and the tanks should surely even the odds with the Chinese, don't ya say?"" The commander laughed as he stepped back up on top of his tank, waiting for the Tibetan commanders reply.</div></blockquote><br/>""Thank you, those tanks will help us a lot. Can you deploy them to the west about 10 miles? You will see a trench system. I will radio them that you are comeing. As for the crates, what are in them?"" Yun responded, a slight British accent mingled in with the otherwise plain English,</div></blockquote><br/><br/>"" Ammo, Body Armor, Rifles, Stingers. Anything a good rebellion needs, oh and lots of C4. We've heard about your tunnels and have an idea to scar the Chinese out, but we need some good diggers with enough balls to plant 500 pounds of C4 under Chinese lines."" The commander smiled like a mad man, shelling jaunt how prepared the Marines had come."
2195,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=850,2014-12-17T18:49:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Of The Rnclave <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22832675#p22832675"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22832628#p22832628"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Thank you, those tanks will help us a lot. Can you deploy them to the west about 10 miles? You will see a trench system. I will radio them that you are comeing. As for the crates, what are in them?"" Yun responded, a slight British accent mingled in with the otherwise plain English,</div></blockquote><br/><br/>"" Ammo, Body Armor, Rifles, Stingers. Anything a good rebellion needs, oh and lots of C4. We've heard about your tunnels and have an idea to scar the Chinese out, but we need some good diggers with enough balls to plant 500 pounds of C4 under Chinese lines."" The commander smiled like a mad man, shelling jaunt how prepared the Marines had come.</div></blockquote><br/>""Alright, follow my Humvee to our defensive positions, they get first priority. Then you can deploy your troops how you see fit. By the way, are you all we are getting, or is there more on the way? Do you have support?"" He motioned for the American to load his vehicles back up and follow the Humvee."
2196,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=850,2014-12-17T18:51:00,Of The Rnclave,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22832686#p22832686"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Of The Rnclave <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22832675#p22832675"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>"" Ammo, Body Armor, Rifles, Stingers. Anything a good rebellion needs, oh and lots of C4. We've heard about your tunnels and have an idea to scar the Chinese out, but we need some good diggers with enough balls to plant 500 pounds of C4 under Chinese lines."" The commander smiled like a mad man, shelling jaunt how prepared the Marines had come.</div></blockquote><br/>""Alright, follow my Humvee to our defensive positions, they get first priority. Then you can deploy your troops how you see fit. By the way, are you all we are getting, or is there more on the way? Do you have support?"" He motioned for the American to load his vehicles back up and follow the Humvee.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>This is it, 35,000 should be landing 5 miles behind Chinese lines about now, and 30,000 will arrive on the western side to push in, in a few hours,this is our entire force, we can't afford to decimate observe amounts of soldiers"
2197,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=850,2014-12-17T18:53:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Of The Rnclave <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22832701#p22832701"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22832686#p22832686"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Alright, follow my Humvee to our defensive positions, they get first priority. Then you can deploy your troops how you see fit. By the way, are you all we are getting, or is there more on the way? Do you have support?"" He motioned for the American to load his vehicles back up and follow the Humvee.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>This is it, 35,000 should be landing 5 miles behind Chinese lines about now, and 30,000 will arrive on the western side to push in, in a few hours,this is our entire force, we can't afford to decimate observe amounts of soldiers</div></blockquote><br/>""Alright then. Have your trucks follow mine, exactly. This is one of the few safe routes back to the lines. Your tanks can follow too, just be careful. No lights. LET'S GET A MOVE ON!"" Yun yelled as his 6 man team scrambled into the captured Humvee ""Get ready, we pull out in 10"""
2198,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=850,2014-12-17T18:56:00,Of The Rnclave,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22832718#p22832718"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Of The Rnclave <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22832701#p22832701"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>This is it, 35,000 should be landing 5 miles behind Chinese lines about now, and 30,000 will arrive on the western side to push in, in a few hours,this is our entire force, we can't afford to decimate observe amounts of soldiers</div></blockquote><br/>""Alright then. Have your trucks follow mine, exactly. This is one of the few safe routes back to the lines. Your tanks can follow too, just be careful. No lights. LET'S GET A MOVE ON!"" Yun yelled as his 6 man team scrambled into the captured Humvee ""Get ready, we pull out in 10""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The column of tanks and soldiers loaded up and followed behind the Tibet warriors. The Commander picked up hai radio to each vehicle "" We ate the Tibetans allies, but you are to follow no orders they give, they are rightfully angry over what China did, but they may do... Unsavory things to the Chinese when this is over, so follow no orders not back checked by me. Commander out."" He finished, laying his M4 across his lap."
2199,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=850,2014-12-17T19:01:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Of The Rnclave <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22832749#p22832749"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22832718#p22832718"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Alright then. Have your trucks follow mine, exactly. This is one of the few safe routes back to the lines. Your tanks can follow too, just be careful. No lights. LET'S GET A MOVE ON!"" Yun yelled as his 6 man team scrambled into the captured Humvee ""Get ready, we pull out in 10""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The column of tanks and soldiers loaded up and followed behind the Tibet warriors. The Commander picked up hai radio to each vehicle "" We ate the Tibetans allies, but you are to follow no orders they give, they are rightfully angry over what China did, but they may do... Unsavory things to the Chinese when this is over, so follow no orders not back checked by me. Commander out."" He finished, laying his M4 across his lap.</div></blockquote><br/>The column pulled up half an hour later at the trench system. Behind them the Tibetans fired down into the valley more an more. In the trenches the last defenses were being finalized. 10,000 men all were ready for anything ""If you could distribute the weapons amung these men, that would be great. And can you set up your tanks, the Chinese are bound to scrape up some tanks for a counter attack. The Stingers can go to the men you see firing into the valley. Watch your head, the Chinese still have air superiority"" Yun said to the American commander."
2200,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=850,2014-12-18T00:48:00,Elepis,"<blockquote><div><cite>Licata <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22831718#p22831718"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>ZATAK <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22831504#p22831504"">wrote</a>:</cite>'You will all sit down and shut up... my Italian friends as well.... You people know nothing of how to deal with this situation even when you all claim to speak for the people of Kosovo all you can do is point back to personal gain or reason yet I listen here to grown men fighting over who has the bigger weapons and who has the better nation but that is not why we are here is it or have you forgotten that you are not in danger but more so the people in the area who sit and wait jut to hope that we won't have another Balkan wars where everyone was guilty of crimes that we all regret ever happening so you can all sit and do this like men.<br/><br/>History is history and if you think that it matters now then I will be the one to say it does not. We must look to what the modern people say and while ninety percent are ethnic Albanian we must also look to the other ten. The truth is if you all think that you can pull the historic claims card then you have lost this argument. My own home country s divided by north and south yet we get along despite being different in most ways so I hope that we can do the same.<br/><br/>I do not want to see another Balkan wars I can remember the last one quite well and I can remember the terrible things we all did in the name of peace and men yet did none of you stop to think what Kosovo wants and I mean all of them. The majority want a union with Albania yet there is a good percent that does not and as such we must also look at them to understand the situation of the region that you all seem to get angry over for no reason. I have seen the world and have seen men die for they're beliefs in false visions and even though some of you truly do hate me and wish my head we must but a side are differences to come up with a logical solution.<br/><br/>We will never come to a compromise with are current demands no matter how much we try although I will say that I do not think the union should continue as it will cause nothing but ethnic situation but if Kosovo wishes closer ties Albania they can have them even if they link they're Economies together and they're militaries so be it but I do not believe a union is possible at this time. The other step is for all you as world leaders to recognize Kosovo as a independent nation in it's right so that they may continue to live in a peaceful state where they do not have to put up with idiotic strife."", Jonathon said as he lost it just listening to the conversation go on and the Italian delegate throw a tantrum although he hoped he could of deescalated the situation a bit before they do something more stupid that ends in nothing more then the injury or deaths of countless lives.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>Stefan- ""We are here to protect our assets in Serbia. Our workers will not die because some Albanians and Turks decide they can go around taking territory and reignite wars. What person of stature threatens to use nuclear weapons in peace talks? Fools, no Turks. We, on behalf of the Italian nation and her Syndicates withdraw from these talk. We hope your pathetic regimes collapse. Good Day!"" <br/><br/>*The Italian delegation walk out of the doors and head to their transport to return to their homeland.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>Kemal-""What person uses guns in peach talks?""<br/><br/>Story in Turkish newspapaer<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Breaking News</span><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Italy almost causes bloodbath in Australia</span></div><br/><br/>Today the leaders of Serbia, FAK, Italy and Turkey gathered in Australia in an attempt to bring peace to the Balkans. However from the beginning the situation was marked with threats and petty nationalism. The imperialist Serbian president kept up his countries pathetic claim that because Serbia lost a battle to the Turks in Kosovo, they should own (even through the 91% of Kosovans voted to join Albanian). As tensions rose in the meeting, the Italian leader ordered his guards to load the rifles and began targeting the other delegates, creating a dangerous armed standoff. The Presidents of Turkey and FAK, as well as one Mr Bell tried to make the Italians see sense but they continued on the profit driven, imperialist path and continued to threaten the other delegates with death. When the delegates did not back down, the Italians stormed out in a child like strop. <br/><br/>In summary, the Serbians kept at there idiotic, groundless, nationalistic claims and the Italians, after threatening the other delegates with death, proved they had the emotional capacity of an angry toddler and stormed out.</blockquote>"
2201,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=850,2014-12-18T03:02:00,Kumbhalgarh,"Fueled by Tibet and America's brave offensive against China. India has decided to fight as well. Thanks to the newly upgraded army. India now can take China on. 300,000 soldiers, 600 tanks, and 200 mirage 2000 jets are prepared as India takes the war to China. Immedietely the road from India to China in Assam is targeted. 1,000's of soldiers are deployed there. Moreover they begin to fire at Chineese millitary outposts, and the Indian bomber planes bomb chineese cities 24/7. Officialy India begins the Campaign of China alongside America and Tibet.<br/><br/><br/>Indian Army Base, Assam.<br/><br/>General Vikram Singh and his battalion stealthily crept inside of the Chineese enclave as they were suppported by tanks, the tanks delivered a mighty blow to the chineese camp as the Indian soldiers sabotaged the camp, stealing goods. Then they shot the chineese soldiers down. The tanks again fired a blast as the camp was set on fire. Then the chineese flag was replaced by an Indian flag as the Indian battalion moved on into China. Ready to destroy the Nation"
2202,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=850,2014-12-18T03:03:00,Kumbhalgarh,The Indian Airforce has also sent 300 fighter jets to Tibet to aid the Tibetians in their fight against the Chineese airforce.<br/>BHARAT MATA KI JAI!!
2203,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=850,2014-12-18T05:24:00,Kumbhalgarh,"BREAKING NEWS: INDIA HAS CALLED OFF THE WAR AGAINST CHINA, AND NOW ORDERS ALL OF ITS UNITS TO RETURN.<br/>REPEATED. INDIA HAS CALLED OFF ITS WAR.<br/><br/><br/><br/>ANOTHER PIECE OF BREAKING NEWS: INDIA HAS COMPLETELY MORDERNIZED ITS AIRFORCE.THIS COST INDIA 39.2 BILLION DOLLARS, NOW INDIA FOCUSES ON THE GROWTH OF ITS NATION."
2204,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=850,2014-12-18T05:27:00,Kumbhalgarh,"The Indian government had called off the war against China. Now it was time to build its economy. The first step was to invite foreign investors into India.<br/><br/>A list of Companies had been prepared:<br/><br/>Westeros Railways inc.<br/>The Asteran Contrucstions<br/>Dubleve Consultanices<br/>Martin Life insurance, and<br/><br/>VOLKSWAGEN AUTO COMPANY.<br/><br/><br/>The Indian government has requested these companies to invest in India. More news will follow soon."
2205,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=850,2014-12-18T09:02:00,Elepis,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To Albania &amp; Gambia<br/><br/>Dear allies, the Turkish air force has recently been going through a modernization program which includes the production of more F-16 jets. This leaves us with 30 Northrop F-5 fighter/bomber which we no longer have use for. The F-5 is an older plane from the late 60's but it is still useful. It is extremely maneuverable and also has much lower radar cross section than all planes of that era and some modern planes. That is why we offer you the chance to purchase some or all of these planes at two thirds the original price.<br/><br/>President Kemal</blockquote><br/><br/>In Istanbul, a newly opened business district has been inundated with new business, from large multinationals such as the GM car company, Microsoft and Google to promising domestic businesses such as the new Turka arms company. The new district has been opened in what was once one of the poorer areas of Istanbul south of the Bosporus. The former residences were offered a choice, a new flat for free in the new business district or a new free house just to the west. The large majoiry chose the house but some did choose the flat.<br/><br/>Meanwhile in Ankara there has been debate about whether to re-nationalize the health service. The former AKP government sold off the health service but the new CHP government has proposed re-nationalizing it . This has majority support of the GNA and the bill to be proposed formally next week is expected to pass by a comfortable margin."
2206,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=850,2014-12-18T10:15:00,The Greater Gambia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Banjul, The Gambia</span><br/><br/>Life was returning to normal in the country. Janjanbureh was being rebuilt, the bodies of the dead chinese soldiers were being sent back to China, and some of the refugees were returning to their homes in the Central River LGA. Most refugees stayed where they were though, as they no longer felt welcome. This was causing housing shortages in Banjul and other major cities. The government had ordered the construction of tenements to house these refugees. While it was not the perfect plan, it would stop shanty towns and rampant homelessness from springing up all over the country. This migration of refugees to the west has also impacted the economy. The influx unemployed workers caused the Gambian government to create the Refugee Intergration Program (RIG). The program would set up jobs for refugees. The jobs would be blue collar, but they were jobs none the less. Refugees were put to work as farm hands, contruction workers, mechanics, plumbers, etc. Roads were repaired and newly paved, farms were harvesting more due to the extra help, Buildings were being renovated or rebuilt. The coastal cities looked like brand new, throwing the old notion that Africa was nothing but shanty towns out the window.<br/><br/><br/>President Boro Jobateh also gave a speech to the Gambian People.<br/><br/>President Jobateh-""My fellow Gambians, we have been at war for the past two months, first it was against the old regime of Yahya Jammeh, but we defeated him. Then it was Jammeh's supporters, who wished death to anyone who was not of Mandinka blood, we, the True Gambians, no matter of tribal origin, Mandinka, Jola, Wolof, Fula, etc, we defeated them as well! And finally, our enemy rose out of the corpse of the loyalists like the cowardly maggots they are, The so called African Freedom Party, but they fell to our brave forces as well, but they were different from the other threats to our nation. When their hour drew near, they lashed out in one final act of revenge before they ran away like the cowards they are. We all saw the events of last Friday, they used chemical weapons on the Market district, right here in Banjul. They have shown that they care not for human life, that they will easily use chemical weapons with wanton carelessness. They have since fled the country to God knows where, unable to face the the people they have hurt. They are a threat that must be eliminated, swiftly and efficiently. But we cannot do it alone. I have already called other members of the African Union to meet here in Banjul to discuss cooperation in the defeat of the AFP. The AFP have already promised to unleash mayhem on the continent. All of Africa must be united in this fight, for the world cannot fight this battle for us.<br/>This brings me to my next announcement, The Gambia will hold elections in January of next year. I will not be running, I do not wish to become like my predecessor and be president for the next 20 years. In the short time I have had the presidency, we have made miraculous leaps forward. Hunger is becoming a thing of the past, poverty in the coastal cities and villages are dropping, and our cities are looking better than ever. But, we are a long way from enjoying the comforts of a first world nation. The east has yet to see the changes come to their towns. Hunger and poverty are still major challenges that our country must face. They are not impossible. As seen in Banjul and the Brikama LGA, farms can produce enough food for ourselves and our neighbors if we have the right equipment. I will say, our generation will not see the full prosperity of these changes until our old age, most of us probably won't see them at all. But we will leave this world knowing that our children will not have the same worries that we did. They will not have to worry about if their children have enough food in their bellies, they will not have to worry if they will have a job the next day. They will look back and thank their parents and grandparents for the tremendous sacrifices that they made to bring them to that place. We will be a stepping stone for a wave of prosperity all over the continent. It will not be through conquest, it will not be from economical puppeteering , but from cooperation and brotherhood. From Tripoli to Cape Town we will be united! LONG LIVE AFRICA, LONG LIVE THE GAMBIA!""<br/><br/>The crowd cheered as he left the stage. The Gambian people were motivated to create a better life not just for themselves, but for their children, and their children's children."
2207,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=850,2014-12-18T10:26:00,The Greater Gambia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Elepis <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22837348#p22837348"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To USA<br/><br/>Following the purchases of the howitzers and A-10, the Republic would like to but 5 B-52 bombers. Thee Turkish air force has alack of heavy bombers and the use of the B-52 bomber will enable the Turkish air force to deliver massive amounts of ordinances over vast distances. We would also like to purchases the right to build the General Atomics MQ-9 Reaper. The Reaper will enable the Turkish air force to find and destroy targets easier and cheaper than it can now. <br/><br/>President Kemal</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To Albania &amp; Gambia<br/><br/>Dear allies, the Turkish air force has recently been going through a modernization program which includes the production of more F-16 jets. This leaves us with 30 Northrop F-5 fighter/bomber which we no longer have use for. The F-5 is an older plane from the late 60's but it is still useful. It is extremely maneuverable and also has much lower radar cross section than all planes of that era and some modern planes. That is why we offer you the chance to purchase some or all of these planes at two thirds the original price.<br/><br/>President Kemal</blockquote><br/><br/>In Istanbul, a newly opened business district has been inundated with new business, from large multinationals such as the GM car company, Microsoft and Google to promising domestic businesses such as the new Turka arms company. The new district has been opened in what was once one of the poorer areas of Istanbul south of the Bosporus. The former residences were offered a choice, a new flat for free in the new business district or a new free house just to the west. The large majoiry chose the house but some did choose the flat. <br/><br/>Meanwhile in Ankara there has been debate about whether to re-nationalize the health service. The former AKP government sold off the health service but the new CHP government has proposed re-nationalizing it . This has majority support of the GNA and the bill to be proposed formally next week is expected to pass by a comfortable margin.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To:Turkey<br/>From: The Gambia<br/>Encryption:High<br/><br/>We will purchase 10 F-5's to add into the growing Gambian National Airforce. With the threat of the AFP still looming over the continent, we will need these to supply air support not only to our troops, but to support our allies in the fight.</blockquote>"
2208,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=850,2014-12-18T10:32:00,Elepis,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22837870#p22837870"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Elepis <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22837348#p22837348"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To USA<br/><br/>Following the purchases of the howitzers and A-10, the Republic would like to but 5 B-52 bombers. Thee Turkish air force has alack of heavy bombers and the use of the B-52 bomber will enable the Turkish air force to deliver massive amounts of ordinances over vast distances. We would also like to purchases the right to build the General Atomics MQ-9 Reaper. The Reaper will enable the Turkish air force to find and destroy targets easier and cheaper than it can now. <br/><br/>President Kemal</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To Albania &amp; Gambia<br/><br/>Dear allies, the Turkish air force has recently been going through a modernization program which includes the production of more F-16 jets. This leaves us with 30 Northrop F-5 fighter/bomber which we no longer have use for. The F-5 is an older plane from the late 60's but it is still useful. It is extremely maneuverable and also has much lower radar cross section than all planes of that era and some modern planes. That is why we offer you the chance to purchase some or all of these planes at two thirds the original price.<br/><br/>President Kemal</blockquote><br/><br/>In Istanbul, a newly opened business district has been inundated with new business, from large multinationals such as the GM car company, Microsoft and Google to promising domestic businesses such as the new Turka arms company. The new district has been opened in what was once one of the poorer areas of Istanbul south of the Bosporus. The former residences were offered a choice, a new flat for free in the new business district or a new free house just to the west. The large majoiry chose the house but some did choose the flat. <br/><br/>Meanwhile in Ankara there has been debate about whether to re-nationalize the health service. The former AKP government sold off the health service but the new CHP government has proposed re-nationalizing it . This has majority support of the GNA and the bill to be proposed formally next week is expected to pass by a comfortable margin.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To:Turkey<br/>From: The Gambia<br/>Encryption:High<br/><br/>We will purchase 10 F-5's to add into the growing Gambian National Airforce. With the threat of the AFP still looming over the continent, we will need these to supply air support not only to our troops, but to support our allies in the fight.</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To Gambia<br/><br/>Good, they will reach Gambia sometime next week. Also, the 2,000 peacekeepers which I promised will arrive next week. As per our agreement, these men will remain in Gambia for the next two years to ensure the peaceful transition to democracy and will protect the Gambia constitutions and people as well as protecting the state from AFP terrorism.<br/><br/>If you ever need military, economic or political help, the Republic of Turkey will only be too willing to comply <br/><br/>President Kemal</blockquote>"
2209,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=850,2014-12-18T11:05:00,Republika Srpska Party,"Nikolic- ""Daniele, you really think that Italy should own Kosovo? Are you serious? There is no way Italy would have Kosovo, I don't care about Serbo-Italian relations, but seriously. And also, I also don't give a crap about what Albanian people want, Kosovo is Serbian territory, not Albanian, even if most majority is 90% Albanian. You do know that more and more Serbs are coming to Kosovo, and getting the Serbian Ethnics a higher percent there."""
2210,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=850,2014-12-18T11:30:00,Elepis,"<blockquote><div><cite>Republika Srpska Party <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22838166#p22838166"">wrote</a>:</cite>Nikolic- ""Daniele, you really think that Italy should own Kosovo? Are you serious? There is no way Italy would have Kosovo, I don't care about Serbo-Italian relations, but seriously. And also, I also don't give a crap about what Albanian people want, Kosovo is Serbian territory, not Albanian, even if most majority is 90% Albanian. You do know that more and more Serbs are coming to Kosovo, and getting the Serbian Ethnics a higher percent there.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Kemal-""How can more be coming to Kosovo when the border is closed? How can you base your entire argument on history, history does not fucking matter, why can you not understand that. Oh and by the way, their are currently over 100,000 allied, Turkey and FAK, troops in Kosovo so it is impossible for more Serbs to be coming in and it is impossible for you to take over. Kosovo will never be Serbian again, end of""<br/><br/>""Oh, also, by YOUR logic that history should dictate modern politics for some bizarre reason, Serbia, Kosovo and Croatia should be Albanian. You see, long before the Slavs came, there were these people called the illyrians who lived in the Balkans, then the Slavs came and pushed them out from everywhere except Albanian, thus meaning historically Serbia should be Albania. Sou using your logic, Albania should govern all the Balkans. You know why they do not, because the fucking realize that Serbia and Croatia do not want to be Albania and the respect there decision, like any sentient being would.<br/><br/>OOC: Arguments for Albania being Illyrian<br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">The national name Albania is derived from Albanoi,[52][53][54] an Illyrian tribe mentioned by Ptolemy about 150 AD.<br/>From what is known from the old Balkan populations territories (Greeks, Illyrians, Thracians, Dacians), the Albanian language is spoken in the same region where Illyrian was spoken in ancient times.[55]<br/>There is no evidence of any major migration into Albanian territory since the records of Illyrian occupation.[56]<br/>Many of what remain as attested words to Illyrian have an Albanian explanation and also a number of Illyrian lexical items (toponyms, hydronyms, oronyms, anthroponyms, etc.) have been linked to Albanian.[57]<br/>Words borrowed from Greek (e.g. Gk (NW) ""device, instrument"" mākhaná &gt; *mokër ""millstone"" Gk (NW) drápanon &gt; *drapër ""sickle"" etc.) date back before the Christian era[56] and are mostly of the Doric Greek dialect,[58] which means that the ancestors of the Albanians were in contact with the northwestern part of Ancient Greek civilization and probably borrowed words from Greek cities (Dyrrachium, Apollonia, etc.) in the Illyrian territory, colonies which belonged to the Doric division of Greek, or from contacts in the Epirus area.<br/>Words borrowed from Latin (e.g. Latin aurum &gt; ar ""gold"", gaudium &gt; gaz ""joy"" etc.[59]) date back before the Christian era,[60][51] while the Illyrians on the territory of modern Albania were the first from the old Balkan populations to be conquered by Romans in 229–167 BC, the Thracians were conquered in 45 AD and the Dacians in 106 AD.<br/>The ancient Illyrian place-names of the region have achieved their current form following Albanian phonetic rules e.g. Durrachion &gt; Durrës (with the Albanian initial accent) Aulona &gt; Vlonë~Vlorë (with rhotacism) Scodra &gt; Shkodra etc.[51][56][58][61]<br/>The characteristics of the Albanian dialects Tosk and Geg[62] in the treatment of the native and loanwords from other languages, have led to the conclusion that the dialectal split preceded the Slavic migration to the Balkans[63][64] which means that in that period (5th to 6th century AD) Albanians were occupying pretty much the same area around Shkumbin river[65] which straddled the Jirecek line.[51][66]</div></div></div>"
2211,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=850,2014-12-18T12:23:00,Licata,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Gambia</span><br/><br/>The fleet sent by various Italian charities arrived in Banjul, the guards and staff unloaded supplies. They set up a small tent village to accommodate refugees. Small clinics were setup to deal with the injured and the sick. Antibiotics are being sent to both the front lines and to most of the homes in Gambia. The guards set up defenses to protect the refugees from either rebels or terrorists. They hand out gas masks to prevent successful chamical bombings.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">A newspaper in Italy<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Turkey threatens total war!</span></div><br/><br/>At the peace talks in Australia the Turkish and Albanian delegations both launched martial threats against our nation and our diplomats. A tense gun-point stand off was created when Albanian guards drew their weapons on our delegation. The Turks threatened us to stand down, with nukes! The Turks threatened nuclear war. They them selves have no nuclear arms, yet they still host a number of US nukes. Experts say Turk-Italo relations will be nearly nonexistent. <br/><br/>The Syndicates of Italia move to deploy troops to Serbia to ward off further expansion. With this, tensions are sure to rise.</blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Italy</span><br/><br/>The Syndicates decided to flex their muscles with a war game, to show the Turks what they are capable of. Fifty thousand men are to be deployed to Sardinia to exercise maneuvers for a systematic invasion scenario. They will be supported by both the Guiseppe and the Cavour with twenty frigates defending them. Over one hundred fighters and attack craft will take part as well.<br/><br/>All this wile men prepare to deploy on a moments notice.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Globe</span><br/><br/>Arditi Internationale has been taking up protection jobs for various oil companies. Over three thousand of the Arditi are deployed defending oil rigs. A number of VIP's have taken up Arditi contractors. A thousand Arditi were deployed to Swaziland to assist in securing power for one of the former king's bastard sons.<br/><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""color: red"">Top Secret</span></span><br/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://oi44.tinypic.com/2qst36e.jpg""/></div><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">""Syndicate for ever!""</span></span></span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">To the Government of Serbia</span></span>,<br/><br/>We are ready to deploy a size able for to Serbia. We can tip the balance of power in our favor. We can also deploy special operatives to stir up havoc behind our enemy's lines.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Giovanni Messe, Grand marshal of The United Syndicates of Italy</span></span></blockquote><br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Coast of Sardinia</span><br/><br/>The Apollo's Bow launched early in the morning. This was the first ICMB built by Italy and it was a very large investment. The risk was high, but the Syndicates of the bank and the sky came together to build this. This, Apollo's Bow, was to be the great weapon to defend Italia. With a range similar to that of the Peacekeeper missile of the US and a war head of a twenty thousand kilogram bomb(capable of carrying a planned 200KT bomb), this is designed for deep strikes on infrastructure.<br/><br/><br/>The missile detonated 50 meters above the ocean, successfully. 50 were ordered built."
2212,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=875,2014-12-18T14:09:00,Protector Galactics,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22832787#p22832787"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Of The Rnclave <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22832749#p22832749"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>The column of tanks and soldiers loaded up and followed behind the Tibet warriors. The Commander picked up hai radio to each vehicle "" We ate the Tibetans allies, but you are to follow no orders they give, they are rightfully angry over what China did, but they may do... Unsavory things to the Chinese when this is over, so follow no orders not back checked by me. Commander out."" He finished, laying his M4 across his lap.</div></blockquote><br/>The column pulled up half an hour later at the trench system. Behind them the Tibetans fired down into the valley more an more. In the trenches the last defenses were being finalized. 10,000 men all were ready for anything ""If you could distribute the weapons amung these men, that would be great. And can you set up your tanks, the Chinese are bound to scrape up some tanks for a counter attack. The Stingers can go to the men you see firing into the valley. Watch your head, the Chinese still have air superiority"" Yun said to the American commander.</div></blockquote><br/>The Chinese forces started to call its back up. 1 Million men started to move to Shannan. Another million was sent into Tibet as reinforcements. The Chinese air force have dominated the air allowing bombing runs to demolish any last Tibetan troops. As for the American Marines, The Chinese had a perfect trap for them. But the plan wasn't an easy maneuver. The Chinese forces soon moved more artillery into the area. Chinese bases around Tibet got prepared for a hard impact."
2213,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=875,2014-12-18T14:33:00,Of The Rnclave,"<blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22839580#p22839580"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22832787#p22832787"">wrote</a>:</cite>The column pulled up half an hour later at the trench system. Behind them the Tibetans fired down into the valley more an more. In the trenches the last defenses were being finalized. 10,000 men all were ready for anything ""If you could distribute the weapons amung these men, that would be great. And can you set up your tanks, the Chinese are bound to scrape up some tanks for a counter attack. The Stingers can go to the men you see firing into the valley. Watch your head, the Chinese still have air superiority"" Yun said to the American commander.</div></blockquote><br/>The Chinese forces started to call its back up. 1 Million men started to move to Shannan. Another million was sent into Tibet as reinforcements. The Chinese air force have dominated the air allowing bombing runs to demolish any last Tibetan troops. As for the American Marines, The Chinese had a perfect trap for them. But the plan wasn't an easy maneuver. The Chinese forces soon moved more artillery into the area. Chinese bases around Tibet got prepared for a hard impact.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC- STOP FUCKIGN ACTIVATING RIDICLOUS AMOUNTS OF MEN. YOU KNOW HOW LONG IT WOULD TAKE TO ARM AND MOVE A MILLION MEN?"
2214,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=875,2014-12-18T14:59:00,The North German Commonwealth,"<blockquote><div><cite>Elepis <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22837348#p22837348"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To USA<br/><br/>Following the purchases of the howitzers and A-10, the Republic would like to but 7 B-52 bombers. The Turkish air force has a lack of heavy bombers and the use of the B-52 bomber will enable the Turkish air force to deliver massive amounts of ordinances over vast distances. We would also like to purchases the right to build the General Atomics MQ-9 Reaper. The Reaper will enable the Turkish air force to find and destroy targets easier and cheaper than it can now. <br/><br/>President Kemal</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To Albania &amp; Gambia<br/><br/>Dear allies, the Turkish air force has recently been going through a modernization program which includes the production of more F-16 jets. This leaves us with 30 Northrop F-5 fighter/bomber which we no longer have use for. The F-5 is an older plane from the late 60's but it is still useful. It is extremely maneuverable and also has much lower radar cross section than all planes of that era and some modern planes. That is why we offer you the chance to purchase some or all of these planes at two thirds the original price.<br/><br/>President Kemal</blockquote><br/><br/>In Istanbul, a newly opened business district has been inundated with new business, from large multinationals such as the GM car company, Microsoft and Google to promising domestic businesses such as the new Turka arms company. The new district has been opened in what was once one of the poorer areas of Istanbul south of the Bosporus. The former residences were offered a choice, a new flat for free in the new business district or a new free house just to the west. The large majoiry chose the house but some did choose the flat. <br/><br/>Meanwhile in Ankara there has been debate about whether to re-nationalize the health service. The former AKP government sold off the health service but the new CHP government has proposed re-nationalizing it . This has majority support of the GNA and the bill to be proposed formally next week is expected to pass by a comfortable margin.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OFFICIAL TRANSMISSION OF THE FEDERATION OF ALBANIA AND KOSOVO<br/>To: The Republic of Turkey<br/>From: The Federation of Albania and Kosovo<br/>Albania would purchase all planes not already purchased by Gambia. As well, The FAK has sent a request to NATO asking for help. However, being occupied with Tibet, support is not likely. Sadly, Italy and Serbia will not stop their barbaric and imperialist ways, and It seems we must prepare for war.<br/>END TRANSMISSION<br/><br/>OFFICIAL TRANSMISSION OF THE FEDERATION OF ALBANIA AND KOSOVO<br/>To: All nations involved in the North Atlantic Treaty Organisation(NATO)<br/>From: The Federation of Albania and Kosovo<br/>NATO, The FAK must ask for your help in this time of need. The Italians and Serbs have, once again, shown their true colors. As a member of NATO, The FAK requests that all NATO members not already involved in current conflicts support your fellow NATO members, The FAK and Turkey, in this war against tyranny. Wether it be materials, money, or even troops, it would be greatly appreciated.<br/>END TRANSMISSION<br/><br/>CANBERRA, COMMONWEALTH OF AUSTRALIA:<br/>""I am tired of this. Italy has already left, and these negotiations are going nowhere. If Serbia wants to fight, so be it. Go ahead, show your imperialist ambitions to the world. While you're at it, why don't you kill some Croats again, hmmm? Maybe kill some more Bosnians, too? Innocent ones, I might mention. I bet genocide is a happy pastime for Serbs, right?""<br/>After this, PM Edi Rama got up, walked out of the room, and left Australia.<br/><br/>SERB-FEDERATION BORDER:<br/>The first layer of the wall was 25% complete, with about 2.5 feet done already. The first layer is being built faster than experts expected, and it will be complete in an estimated 3 weeks.<br/><br/>PRISTINA, KOSOVO, FEDERATION OF ALBANIA AND KOSOVO:<br/>All dissidents had been arrested, and the rebuilding of damaged/destroyed infrastructure in Pristina has started. A permanent military garrison has been placed in the city to maintain order in the city."
2215,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=875,2014-12-18T16:11:00,Mifan,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Over The Gambia</span><br/><br/>In the skies over Gambia, the plane carrying the Egyptian delegates began to contact Gambian Ground Control in order to head towards the nearest airport and land. The delegates all were in their seats, with their bodyguards, speaking of the trip to a nation that has been in a civil war for weeks. The pilots radioed, the Gambians as soon as the plan entered Gambian Airspace. ""Gambian Ground Control, this is Egyptian Flight 321, we are transporting delegates for the African Union conference in your nation, requesting permission to land at the nearest airport."""
2216,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=875,2014-12-18T17:51:00,Marsisian,- Reserving spot for post -
2217,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=875,2014-12-18T18:50:00,The Greater Gambia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Mifan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22841053#p22841053"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Over The Gambia</span><br/><br/>In the skies over Gambia, the plane carrying the Egyptian delegates began to contact Gambian Ground Control in order to head towards the nearest airport and land. The delegates all were in their seats, with their bodyguards, speaking of the trip to a nation that has been in a civil war for weeks. The pilots radioed, the Gambians as soon as the plan entered Gambian Airspace. ""Gambian Ground Control, this is Egyptian Flight 321, we are transporting delegates for the African Union conference in your nation, requesting permission to land at the nearest airport.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Two F-4 Phantoms appeared right next to the plane.""We hear you, we will escort you to Banjul International airport"". Delegates from Senegal and Mali had already arrived with others coming in the next few days, some nations had determined that the situation was still unsafe."
2218,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=875,2014-12-18T19:07:00,The Greater Gambia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Licata <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22821868#p22821868"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Globe</span><br/><br/>Short telegrams were sent out to various nations to discus trade.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">To: Gambia</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">From: The USI</span><br/><br/>We offer you a free shipment of 5,000 ARX 160 assault rifles in exchange for dialogue and live footage from the war zone.</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">To: India</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">From: The USI</span><br/><br/>We offer you a free shipment of 5,000 ARX 160 assault rifles in exchange for dialogue and live footage from the war zone.</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">To: Serbia</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">From: The USI</span><br/><br/>We offer you a free shipment of 5,000 ARX 160 assault rifles in exchange for dialogue and live footage from the conflict zone.</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">To: Tibet</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">From: The USI</span><br/><br/>We offer you a free shipment of 5,000 ARX 160 assault rifles in exchange for dialogue and live footage from the war zone.</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">To: Mexico</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">From: The USI</span><br/><br/>We offer you a free shipment of 5,000 ARX 160 assault rifles in exchange for dialogue and live footage from the war zone.</blockquote></div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Italy<br/>From:The Gambia<br/>Encryption:HIGH<br/><br/>The only combat operations we are doing are anti-terrorism measures under the jurisdiction of the GEATA. All actions they make are highly classified, it would violate national security to show anyone besides the GAF and our allies in Africa. We cannot fulfill this request at this time<br/><br/>Signed: Gambian Ministry of Defense</blockquote>"
2219,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=875,2014-12-18T22:39:00,The Greater Gambia,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><div align=""center"">Gambian Espionage and Anti-Terrorism Agency (GEATA) Dossier: Karimo Sabamye</div></span><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/d/d4/Coat_of_arms_of_The_Gambia.svg/526px-Coat_of_arms_of_The_Gambia.svg.png""/></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Encryption:HIGHEST</span><br/><br/> Karimo Sabamye was born in Serekunda in January 29, 1990 to Jewish parents. During Jammeh's 1994 coup, his family fled to Israel. At the age of 18, he was conscripted into the IDF. Details about this life are unknown. The only intelligence that Mossad would give us is that he knows Crav Maga. After his mandatory military service was completed, he moved back to the Gambia in 2014, when he caught word of the beginnings of the Gambian Liberation Party.<br/> Fast forward two years with the downfall of Jammeh's regime. Karimo leaves the GLP due to his perception of the party's bureaucracy. He later joins the Loyalist due to common goals. When Jhonothan Bell killed the former leader of the Loyalists, Colonel Amat Tourey, Sabamye was quick to seize power, killing opposition. After he was in power, he lead a purge of xenophobic and actual loyalist parts of the faction, renaming it the African Freedom Party, an organisation dedicated to the eradication of corruption and oppression throughout the continent.<br/> Don't be fooled though, as the GAF was pushing the AFP out of the Gambia, he ordered the Banjul Market Bombing, using homemade mustard gas. The Attack killed 300 Gambian civilians. The suicide bomber was later found out to not be doing it willingly. Sources have told that Karimo Sabamye and the AFP were holding his family hostage and threatening to kill them if he failed to carry out the attack.Sources within Senegal that he is using similar tactics in the Casamance region of Senegal, he is forcing Casamance rebels to buy chemical weapons from the AFP with threats of extreme repercussions.<br/> GEATA recommends immediate elimination of Karimo Sabamye. Delay to do so will cause the death of thousands, if not millions if the AFP fully utilizes their chemical weapons. We recommend that the Gambia coordinates with other nations under immediate threat from the Karimo Sabamye and the AFP. Cooperation will allow access to a wider intelligence network and support in hunting down the target.<br/><br/>To: President Boro Jobateh<br/>From: Ali Mendy, Director of the Gambian Espionage and Anti-Terrorism Agency</blockquote>"
2220,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=875,2014-12-19T08:22:00,Elepis,"Recently the Turkish Air Force have been looking in to the possibility of long range medium-heavy bombers. The only attack aircraft available to the Air Force at present are the F-16 and A-10's. These planes can deliver deadly payloads to a prices area. However it is currently impossible for the Air Force to deliver massive payloads at a long range over large areas. This could prove vital in dealing with troublesome neighbours (eg ISIS, S. Cyprus, Iran, Ser...) and thus the air force have given in priority.<br/><br/>The new and upcoming Turka arms company have designed the TB-16 Aslan bomber. While not as large or capable as the B-52, Tu-160 etc it is cheaper and easier to produce. The Aslan fits all the criteria needed by the air force and has preformed well in trials and thus the air force has ordered Turka to begin production. Derived from the Lockheed Martin C-130J Super Hercules, it has been modified to carry 30,000 KG of bombs and 8 SOM cruise missiles it has also been fitted with more powerful Turka 1 engines to increase its speed, performance and range. Once it is in service, the Aslan will be available to both Albania and Gambia who have begun buying large amounts of equipment.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To Albania <br/><br/>Dearest ally, your order of the f-5 has been approved and the 20 F-5's will be delivered to you within the week. We can also offer you our brand new medium-heavy bomber, the TB-16 Aslan, derived from the Super Hercules, it has been modified with more powerful, fuel efficient Turka 1 engines. It can carry 30,000 KG of bombs and 8 SOM cruise missiles <br/><br/>President Kemal</blockquote><br/><br/><br/><br/><br/>Aslan during trials<br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.indiandefencereview.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/C-130J_Super_Hercules_IAF.jpg""/>"
2221,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=875,2014-12-19T10:47:00,Quirina,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 130%; line-height: 116%;"">REPUBLIKA NG PILIPINAS</span><br/>Manila, National Capital Region<br/>Republic of the Philippines</span></span><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/a/af/Seal_of_the_Philippines.svg/200px-Seal_of_the_Philippines.svg.png""/><br/><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Maka-Diyos, Makatao, Makakalikasan at Makabansa""</span></span><br/><br/><hr/></div><br/><div style=""margin-left:75px; margin-right:75px; margin-bottom:5px; margin-top:5px"">There were many astounding events that shook and had the country named ""Pilipinas"" shaped its own future, but it was the elections year that will have the whole nation must prepare for. Tragedies that marked the nation's strength and endurance of the challenges of its surround became her pressing concerns to deal with. In all areas and walks of life of every Filipinos, there lies problems unsolved. As 2016 is flipped as the new year of the calendar, things will get worse as unexpected.<br/><br/>As Pope Francis I visited the Philippines, which is hailed as the sole bastion of Catholicism in Southeast Asia, the country gained prominence in the eyes of the international Christendom, with more pride to brandish by its followers which almost comprises all of the whole populace of the country. The Pope himself visited the devastated areas at the Visayan regions. Tears, laughters and stories were shared between the Pope and his audience of poor-pushed families and victims of the storms that hit the countryside. After following the suited schedule, the Pope returned to Vatican with the experience of seeing upon himself the meaning of ""human devastation"".<br/><br/>That was 2015. Aside from the Pope's visit were the heated debates on Senate's investigations on questionable accounts of the Vice-President Jejomar Binay, the Blue Ribbon Committee had pushed themselves to the edge as they are even pleading the Supreme Court to authorize them in confiscating the properties that were borne from graft and corruption. As the President Aquino himself give no word upon the matter, the plans were all but in his aces and advantage. As elections also near, so the heat between politicians emerge. The election surveys, biased and opinionated, came up and assume themselves as the firsthand electorates, choosing potential candidates that they please, like Marcos Jr., Poe, Defensor-Santiago, among others, even Binay who is being held of corruption accusations by the Senate.<br/><br/>Now, as 2016 has been welcomed, the changes were inevitable, and the discontent is growing. Elections are nearing, and February will never be the same as election candidates were laid for the people's choosing. But as the mainstream commits itself on its own choosing, the National Intelligence Coordinating Agency (NICA or PSPK in Filipino) creates a very sophisticated plan to overturn anything as they say so. Nor the government they are serving even don't give a second's notice on their activities, but surely they might pull off a hard time for the government to fall like a castle of fragile glass cards. It was almost 40 years ago since their highest activity peak, and it is their right time to return to 'service' of the people. The new director, Justiniano Antonio Paz, who was a former aide of a certain KGB agent back in the Cold War era was assigned to head the NICA, while not knowing that Paz has a lot of agenda at hand.<br/><br/>An intricately minded person, Paz sees his own ""Philippine state"" backed by no international recognition, and even tries to formulate a hybrid of a Francoist state, with promising technological procurement from Russia using US funds, thanks to the supportive treaties and investments from NATO countries, as Philippines had been a hotbed of foreign investments from the West. The fact that the growing economy, with one of its signs is the continuing rollback of the price of oil and the decrease of watts per hour despite the lack of power supply in some areas in the country, he created his own thesis of what could be the ""Philippines in a new slate, written in a gold pen and ink"" as Paz called it for himself. His works continue to make fruit as the common knowledge of the government's failure is bearing its head and later on, a ""Second New Society"" shall emerge, and may took over the country within a span of days, or maybe months.</div>"
2222,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=875,2014-12-19T11:35:00,Licata,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Italy</span><br/><br/>Another Apollo's Bow was prepared for testing. This time its target was to be farther away. They decided to test it on Antarctica. They launched the missile towards Mary Byrd Land, Antarctica an unclaimed waste land. The test began in the early morning. All systems and tests showed that the machine was ready, so they launched.<br/><br/>After travelling 1000KM the missile began to fail. A fuel line proved to be faulty. The ground crew had to take the missile down to prevent any accidents, the missile detonated over the ocean. This showed the Italian engineers that they needed insurance, so they decided to add another stage to the machine to boost reliability.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">carabinieri HQ, Roma</span><br/><br/>The carabinieri was to receive a new system for training. From this point on they were to serve as a small elite fighting force. They were to be trained by Col Moschin veterans. They also had to deal with a new budget. From twenty seven billion to fifteen billion, this decrease was due to the selling off of the military, they simply had no need to spend that much to maintain the carabinieri. This was still a large budget, seeing as how it was all to be spent on the carabinieri.<br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Arms Syndicate</span><br/><br/>The Arms Syndicate decided to produce more Italo-Fighters(Euro fighter Typhoons.) for sell within the Syndicates. They began production of fifty Italo-Fighters."
2223,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=875,2014-12-19T12:09:00,Elepis,"In response the Italy's proactive actions with ICBM activities, the Grand National Assembly has ordered the procurement of a long range ICBM by any means to use in tandem with SOM cruise missiles. First a letter will be written to the USA, if they do not accept, the Air Force will use American missiles as templates for the quick and speedy design of Turkish ICBM's.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/f/fb/Emblem_of_the_President_of_Turkey.svg/150px-Emblem_of_the_President_of_Turkey.svg.png""/></div><br/>TOP SECRET<br/>To USA<br/><br/>dearest ally, <br/>With tensions unfortunately rising around Turkey with ISIS, Crimea, Libya and Serbia, the GNA have authorized me to ask of you that Turkey buys 20 LGM-30 Minuteman III ICBM's. Is it possible these could be brought at a cut price? If not, we will just order 15.<br/><br/>Thank you <br/><br/>Kemal Kılıçdaroğlu</blockquote>"
2224,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=875,2014-12-19T12:13:00,Of The Rnclave,"<blockquote><div><cite>Elepis <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22849021#p22849021"">wrote</a>:</cite>In response the Italy's proactive actions with ICBM activities, the Grand National Assembly has ordered the procurement of a long range ICBM by any means to use in tandem with SOM cruise missiles. First a letter will be written to the USA, if they do not accept, the Air Force will use American missiles as templates for the quick and speedy design of Turkish ICBM's.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center"">(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/f/fb/Emblem_of_the_President_of_Turkey.svg/150px-Emblem_of_the_President_of_Turkey.svg.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div><br/>TOP SECRET<br/>To USA<br/><br/>dearest ally, <br/>With tensions unfortunately rising around Turkey with ISIS, Crimea, Libya and Serbia, the GNA have authorized me to ask of you that Turkey buys 20 LGM-30 Minuteman III ICBM's. Is it possible these could be brought at a cut price? If not, we will just order 15.<br/><br/>Thank you <br/><br/>Kemal Kılıçdaroğlu</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Turkey<br/>United States of America<br/><br/>We agree with these tensions rising as they are you should have the ability to protect yourself and expand your power in the region, as a stabilizer and a power.<br/><br/>United States of America</blockquote>"
2225,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=875,2014-12-19T12:15:00,Elepis,"<blockquote><div><cite>Of The Rnclave <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22849058#p22849058"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Elepis <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22849021#p22849021"">wrote</a>:</cite>In response the Italy's proactive actions with ICBM activities, the Grand National Assembly has ordered the procurement of a long range ICBM by any means to use in tandem with SOM cruise missiles. First a letter will be written to the USA, if they do not accept, the Air Force will use American missiles as templates for the quick and speedy design of Turkish ICBM's.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center"">(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/f/fb/Emblem_of_the_President_of_Turkey.svg/150px-Emblem_of_the_President_of_Turkey.svg.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div><br/>TOP SECRET<br/>To USA<br/><br/>dearest ally, <br/>With tensions unfortunately rising around Turkey with ISIS, Crimea, Libya and Serbia, the GNA have authorized me to ask of you that Turkey buys 20 LGM-30 Minuteman III ICBM's. Is it possible these could be brought at a cut price? If not, we will just order 15.<br/><br/>Thank you <br/><br/>Kemal Kılıçdaroğlu</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Turkey<br/>United States of America<br/><br/>We agree with these tensions rising as they are you should have the ability to protect yourself and expand your power in the region, as a stabilizer and a power.<br/><br/>United States of America</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To USA<br/><br/>I thank you for your enormous generosity. Is there anything the republic can do to help your great nation? <br/><br/>Kemal Kılıçdaroğlu</blockquote>"
2226,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=875,2014-12-19T12:50:00,Iritrian,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Zambian News</span></span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Kuomboka Massacre</span></span><br/><br/>Zambian officials have today confirmed reports that the recent Kuomboka event in the Western Province of Zambia has ended in the massacre of over 100 people, including men, women and children, and many local villages and settlements have been destroyed and abandoned in the remaining hours of the attack.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">For those who don't know, the Kuomboka event is a traditional ceremony celebrating when the Zambezi river floods the Western Province plains, this gives the many people of that region a need to celebrate as farming and agriculture can perform better again. They celebrate the event by creating boats and rafts shaped like local animals and sail across the river to a new area. <br/><br/>(OOC: For better information here is a link to the Wikipedia page: <a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kuomboka"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kuomboka</a>)</blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/>In the mornings of the event, a group of unmarked soldiers marched out of the forests surrounding the river and attacked and killed every person within sight. Over 100 deaths have been confirmed and identified and entire villages and settlements nearby have been destroyed and left abandoned by surviving villagers.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">The Zambian Acting President, Guy Scott had this to say,<br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/d/d7/Guy_Scott.png""/><br/>""We at the Zambian government are deeply saddened by the recent tragedy, we pledge a great sorrow to those affected by the incident and I promise not to rest in till these terrorists are brought to justice and removed for their acts of genocide and attacks against the state.""</blockquote>"
2227,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=875,2014-12-19T13:08:00,Mystica,"CONTINENT: Africa<br/>COUNTRY: Sudan<br/>Local Area: The Darfur (The Realm of The Furs)<br/>SETTLEMENT: Tine, HQ of the United Darfur Liberation Front.<br/>""Sir! Sir!"" A young soldier yelled out as he chased after the leader of The UDLF, [Name Removed For Security]. ""What, my brave soldier? What have you come to me for?"" The soldier stuttered, then managed to say ""Well, sir, I was thinking that if, maybe, we ask other nations, like The DRC, Gambia, and, um.. Egypt, to help the Liberation Front, then we could, um, formally declare independence, and with international support, The Sudanese government would be almost powerless to say no."" The Great Leader pondered for a minute, then smiled and started laughing. The young soldier looked confused, until the Great Leader spoke. ""That, my boy, is something I did not think of! You are a genius! I will remember you, boy. In fact, I think you have earned the honor of being The Darfur's ambassador!"" The soldier was tongue-tied, only managing to get out ""Thank you, but I am only 19."" The Great Leader chuckled. ""This does not matter. You are worthy of this title. Now go, boy! Call the great nations of Africa to aid us in our fight against those who would commit genocide! Go, and spread Darfur's plight across the world, so people from London to Cape Town, from Los Angelos to Beijing recognize the right of The Darfur to exist!"" The boy flew off, towards a letter room, to ask the powerful African nations to help The Darfur.<br/><br/>Letter to: Egypt, Gambia, and The Democratic Republic of The Congo<br/>From: The United Darfur Liberation Front<br/>Most glorious African nations,<br/>The Darfur Liberation Front is humbled by your presence, for you have managed to forge mighty nations in the face of global calamity and those who would supress you. However, surely nations who once were bound by the shackles of colonialism, imperialism, and racism must understand the right of a nation to throw off it's opresser and create a new nation. This is why The Darfur humbly asks that if we declare our independence, you recognize it, support our entry into the African Union, and establish diplomatic ties with The Darfur. Supplies will be needed as well, to safeguard The Darfur from the genocidal barbaric beasts in Khartoum. Your great nations need not declare war on Sudan, but helping The Darfur would be... Shall we say, rewarded. That is all, and I hope you do not disregard this letter. The Darfur has risen, and the Lion let out of his cage."
2228,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=875,2014-12-19T13:16:00,The Greater Gambia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Somewhere in the Central African Republic</span><br/><br/>Karimo Sabamye watched as the village burned. The local warlord refused Karimo's generous offer and decided it would be a smarter to kill Karimo and his men instead. What he failed to realise was that Karimo had 100 soldiers outside the village in case things went bad, which they obviously did, for the warlord anyway. Karimo had just lit a cigarette when one of his soldiers brought over a radio.<br/><br/>Soldier- ""Sir, There was a terrorist attack Zambia, just listen.""<br/><br/>The soldier increased the volume of the radio. A local station was delivering the news.<br/><br/>Karimo-Well it looks like we might have a new buyer, good. I was getting tired of this place anyway.""<br/><br/>Karimo puts out the cigarette in the eye of the decapitated warlord before placing the head in a container of heads, right next to Colonel Toureys. His men began on their way, to the country of Zambia.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">25 Kilometers from the Central African Republic Border</span><br/><br/>Karimo decided he would call his ally, Jhonothan Bell, to discuss the new group in Zambia. He waited for Jhonothan to pick up."
2229,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=875,2014-12-19T13:53:00,Zatak,"Jonathon layed in the room with only the sun lighting to the room with his new wife Minmay. The woman was a Chinese national who meet Jonathon during one of his trips and the two fell in love right away after which she ran from China and started living with the Irish man. The two were soon married two weeks ago and came to Russia for the honeymoon and also for a few business reasons involving her new husband who she cared for deeply.<br/><br/>The two layed in bed before Jonathon came on to the girl kissing her neck but the two were interrupted by Jonathon's phone which should of been on vibrate. The two hoped to enjoy the time they were going to spend not to mention the cost but of course the phone call could of been important so Jonathon got up and picked up the phone looking at the caller ID it was listed as a private number raising some curiosity in the man before he answered.<br/><br/>""Hello.... this is Jonathon speaking"", The man said as he sounded both tired and a bit upset answering the phone which was understandable in the current situation."
2230,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=875,2014-12-19T14:08:00,The Greater Gambia,"<blockquote><div><cite>ZATAK <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22849904#p22849904"">wrote</a>:</cite>Jonathon layed in the room with only the sun lighting to the room with his new wife Minmay. The woman was a Chinese national who meet Jonathon during one of his trips and the two fell in love right away after which she ran from China and started living with the Irish man. The two were soon married two weeks ago and came to Russia for the honeymoon and also for a few business reasons involving her new husband who she cared for deeply. <br/><br/>The two layed in bed before Jonathon came on to the girl kissing her neck but the two were interrupted by Jonathon's phone which should of been on vibrate. The two hoped to enjoy the time they were going to spend not to mention the cost but of course the phone call could of been important so Jonathon got up and picked up the phone looking at the caller ID it was listed as a private number raising some curiosity in the man before he answered.<br/><br/>""Hello.... this is Jonathon speaking"", The man said as he sounded both tired and a bit upset answering the phone which was understandable in the current situation.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Karimo's voice was barely distinguishable due to his accent and the poor quality of the phone.<br/><br/>""Did you hear, theirs a new group in Zambia. They just massacred over 100 people."""
2231,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=875,2014-12-19T14:12:00,Zatak,"""Karimo?.... Ya i just got wind of it..... what about them?', Jonathon asked as he tried to make out the voice knowing that it must of been Karimo and also hearing just Zambia so he guessed he was taking about the recent attacks. The man exited the room as the conversation was about to get much deeper then mere gossip and news casting al while he hid from NATO special forces in one of the best Hotels in the world.... not his best ides but he was armed at least."
2232,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=875,2014-12-19T15:28:00,The Greater Gambia,"<blockquote><div><cite>ZATAK <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22850053#p22850053"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Karimo?.... Ya i just got wind of it..... what about them?', Jonathon asked as he tried to make out the voice knowing that it must of been Karimo and also hearing just Zambia so he guessed he was taking about the recent attacks. The man exited the room as the conversation was about to get much deeper then mere gossip and news casting al while he hid from NATO special forces in one of the best Hotels in the world.... not his best ides but he was armed at least.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""I'm on my way to Zambia to meet with whoever claims responsibility. If things go well, we'll have allies in the south and a larger client base. If not, well, their cause will end with a blood spray on the wall. Anything you want me to pass on?"""
2233,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=875,2014-12-19T17:00:00,Iritrian,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Zambian News</span></span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Kasama Airport Attack</span></span><br/><br/><span style=""color: #FF0000"">Breaking News</span><br/><br/>The main Kasama Airport has today been attacked and occupied by unmarked soldiers. Today at 7 am, the Kasama Airport carrying out its daily routine of making sure the immigration and emigration of Zambia, Kasama went smoothly. A unknown aircraft arrived at the terminal, unmarked and unaware of, the airport staff attempting to relocate and remove the plane, a group of around 2000 unmarked soldiers rushed out, attacking security personnel, and any civilian in sight. Over 200 civilians have been reported missing or dead since the incident occurred, but no figure has yet to be confirmed. Any aircraft inbound for the Kasama airport has been told to land at another location for the time being.<br/><br/>Several CCTV photos have been disclosed and addressed here.<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://img.rt.com/files/news/taliban-kills-kidnapped-soldiers-089/soldiers-taliban-peshawars-militants.si.jpg""/><br/>Unmarked soldiers patrolling the Airport<br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.kyivpost.com/media/images/2014/09/10/p191fk6k62nhue3p3p01amu16tm4/big.jpg""/><br/>Unmarked soldier guarding an area outside the airport</blockquote><br/><br/>We have been given reports that Zambian military forces have been mobilized to the Kasama airport to remove the terrorists and aid in recovery efforts. More news will be reported later when more information is available."
2234,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=875,2014-12-19T19:03:00,Ballycolumbia,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""To Italy""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/b/b7/Armoiries_r%C3%A9publique_fran%C3%A7aise.svg/200px-Armoiries_r%C3%A9publique_fran%C3%A7aise.svg.png""/><br/>To: Giovanni Messe<br/>From: The French Republic<br/>I wish for you to come to the Élsée Palace so that we may have a meeting about our current economical deals. We can provide extra security for you if necessary and temporary residence in Hotel de Marigny for the duration of your visit. <br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Francoise Hollande</span></blockquote></div></div></div>"
2235,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=875,2014-12-19T19:24:00,Licata,"<blockquote><div><cite>Ballycolumbia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22852870#p22852870"">wrote</a>:</cite><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""To Italy""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/b/b7/Armoiries_r%C3%A9publique_fran%C3%A7aise.svg/200px-Armoiries_r%C3%A9publique_fran%C3%A7aise.svg.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/>To: Giovanni Messe<br/>From: The French Republic<br/>I wish for you to come to the Élsée Palace so that we may have a meeting about our current economical deals. We can provide extra security for you if necessary and temporary residence in Hotel de Marigny for the duration of your visit. <br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Francoise Hollande</span></blockquote></div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""color: red"">Top Secret</span></span><br/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://oi44.tinypic.com/2qst36e.jpg""/></div><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">""Syndicate for ever!""</span></span></span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">To the Government of France</span></span>,<br/><br/>I graciously accept your offer. I will have to request to bring a grup of twenty guards, we are still on edge due to Matteo's assassination. We have much to discus in regards to our economic cooperation and growth. <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Giovanni Messe, Grand marshal of The United Syndicates of Italy</span></span></blockquote><br/><br/>Giovanni readies himself to go to France. He places Ugo in command over the USI until his return."
2236,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=875,2014-12-19T20:55:00,The Greater Gambia,"The call dropped as they neared the border, Karimo figured he would call him back once he arrived in Zambia. Karimo's convoy reach a fork in the road. While Karimo would take 300 men with him to Zambia, the other 200 would make their way to Nigeria. Once they arrived there, their orders were to establish themselves in the Nigerian criminal underworld. They would set upon the capital, Lagos. Their mission was to eliminate the local gangs, securing the AFP as the sole distributor of heroine in West Africa and around the world. The drug money would be used to pay for the expenses of the AFP."
2237,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=900,2014-12-20T01:51:00,Mattijana,"<span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">Quipang naval base, North-East China</span><br/><br/>Having checked out the Naval base, the unmarked South Korean plane dropped the first torpedo. It skimmed the water before smashing into the side of an aircraft carrier causing it to lurch to one side. There was evident damage on the hull of the ship, but no hole. The plane came in again firing the other torpedo. This time there was a crack in the hull and the ship lurched to the right. Sending it down. By this time however, defences had been hastily put together and one of the planes went down, crashing into the harbour. The first plane had left, the second had crashed but the third carrying the firebombs was still around. It dropped one onto the deck of the aircraft carrier before having to reel away due to Chinese fire. The firebomb did it's job hitting the fuel tank of an aircraft and fuelling a massive blaze which would be virtually unstoppable."
2238,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=900,2014-12-20T02:56:00,Elepis,"The Air Force has been authorized to start flying drone missions over IS held areas in Iraq. The main targets will be Mosul, Tal Afar, oil wells and various position on the front lines. They will not attack IS positions, they will instead conduct surveillance and intelligence gathering. Officially, no reason has been given for not conducting attacks and officially they have not said they will.<br/><br/>However, the top brass of government know this is the start of a massive operation to smash IS power in Iraq. The drones will fly surveillance missions for weeks, if not months, then when all possible intelligence is gathered Operation<span style=""font-style: italic"">Osman</span>will begin. The plans<span style=""font-style: italic"">Osman</span>have not been fully finished. However it will involve at least 1,500 Maroon Berets (the veterans of the war in Gambia), 40 F-16's, 8 A-10's, 5 TB-16's, 10 Bell SuperCobras, 10 Bell Vipers, 50 Altay tanks, 100 FNSS ACV-15's and various other military equipment (number will change depending on situation in Kosovo). These forces will work in tandem with Peshmerga and Iraqi army forces to finally push IS out of Iraq. No plans for Syria have been drawn up but some have suggested the seizing of Aleppo which is very close to the Turkish province of Hatay."
2239,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=900,2014-12-20T08:25:00,Protector Galactics,"<blockquote><div><cite>Mattijana <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22855357#p22855357"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">Quipang naval base, North-East China</span><br/><br/>Having checked out the Naval base, the unmarked South Korean plane dropped the first torpedo. It skimmed the water before smashing into the side of an aircraft carrier causing it to lurch to one side. There was evident damage on the hull of the ship, but no hole. The plane came in again firing the other torpedo. This time there was a crack in the hull and the ship lurched to the right. Sending it down. By this time however, defences had been hastily put together and one of the planes went down, crashing into the harbour. The first plane had left, the second had crashed but the third carrying the firebombs was still around. It dropped one onto the deck of the aircraft carrier before having to reel away due to Chinese fire. The firebomb did it's job hitting the fuel tank of an aircraft and fuelling a massive blaze which would be virtually unstoppable.</div></blockquote><br/>The North Chinese forces acted against the South Koreans unworthy attack. The fired their SAMs over the Naval base.<br/>Later President Xi Told the audience of their possible end and Declaration of War against South Korea. ""We were now attacked by multiple fronts. We were attacked by the traitors of the South Chinese. Now we're being attacked by a threat just across the water. And that threat. Is South Korea. We will prepared by land sea and air. We shall soon regain South China and return our way to being a great world Power! So act against this threat act! Or our doom will be met. Act so the Traitors in the South to fear our triumph!""<br/>Meanwhile in the South. People were well fed. The population was decreased when the South opened it's borders for freedom of Traveling. New recruits in the armed forces didn't have official uniforms. The army soon was prepared for war. 2 million men were being mobilized by foot through the War torn Tibet. The South Chinese soon had a change of Tactics. Troops were to engage from The South side closing all supply routes. To Tibet while 100,000 or more troops attack the Surround Tibetans. The Battle of Shannan was now a major bloodshed. Thousands of troops lay dead on the ground between both sides reinforcements were being moved as fast as they can. The Chinese still held The Valley with torn Flag swinging by the wind. The South Chinese holding the hills presented their way of guerrilla warfare. The South Chinese soon started to build their trenches. 25 miles a head of them were troop moving through the forest in complete Silence. They started their rear flank against the Tibetans."
2240,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=900,2014-12-20T10:21:00,Chiata,"Joseph Kabila looked over a map of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. At least, it was a map of what the government officially owned. More than not, the lands were owned by war lords, corrupt officials, and rebel faction vying either for Independence or the overthrowing of Kabila himself. Kabila always wondered why everyone in the DRC hated him. His father had driven out Mobutu, the most corrupt leader Kabila thought had ever existed. Yet still, the people had assassinated their leader that had saved them. Things got so bad that the UN had to get involved and actually put peacekeepers in the area. A fair election was held and Kabila won it but the war lords, hungry for power, refused to agree with the results and even challenged them. Kabila had won out, but one could only assume that this was a break period between another bloody civil war. The underlying cause of the rebellions were ethnic tensions that went back for thousands of years. How could bitter enemies be crammed into the same nation because some foreigners in Europe said so? Perhaps it would be better for the DRC to be split into smaller nations? Rivalries would be stopped within national borders and the people might began to act like civilized men again. However, that would only further weaken the DRC's power and influence in the area. More or less, Rwanda, a tiny land locked nation to the East, had more influence than the DRC, a fact that made most Congolese despise the Rwandans. Naturally, Kabila thought of a compromise between splitting the DRC and building the political power of the nation. Four regional governments would be created, all under the national government, of course. Under the regional governments would be the regular state governments, creating a three level system. The regional governments would rule over a single ethnic group. In theory, this would reduce tensions within the nation. Kabila sent the idea to the parliament and it was approved shortly after.<br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Map""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://s1330.photobucket.com/user/lilhines1/media/drcmap2_zps637de7a4.png.html"" rel=""nofollow""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i1330.photobucket.com/albums/w575/lilhines1/drcmap2_zps637de7a4.png""/></a></div></div></div><br/>Next, Kabila had received a message from an unofficial nation.<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Letter to: Egypt, Gambia, and The Democratic Republic of The Congo<br/>From: The United Darfur Liberation Front<br/>Most glorious African nations,<br/>The Darfur Liberation Front is humbled by your presence, for you have managed to forge mighty nations in the face of global calamity and those who would supress you. However, surely nations who once were bound by the shackles of colonialism, imperialism, and racism must understand the right of a nation to throw off it's opresser and create a new nation. This is why The Darfur humbly asks that if we declare our independence, you recognize it, support our entry into the African Union, and establish diplomatic ties with The Darfur. Supplies will be needed as well, to safeguard The Darfur from the genocidal barbaric beasts in Khartoum. Your great nations need not declare war on Sudan, but helping The Darfur would be... Shall we say, rewarded. That is all, and I hope you do not disregard this letter. The Darfur has risen, and the Lion let out of his cage.</blockquote><br/>This message hit Kabila in the wrong place. Here was another rebel faction that has risen due to religious and ethnic tension. They wanted to overthrow their government which had already given up a large portion of land to South Sudan. In fact, Sudan had been the first government to recognized South Sudan, an admirable move that Kabila could not have done himself if a rebel faction gained independence. Why didn't these people just move to Christian South Sudan? There was no way Kabila could agree with these... these terrorists.<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: The Insurgence Group of The United Darfur Liberation Front<br/>From: The Democratic Republic of the Congo<br/><br/>There is no possible way for the DRC to help your present situation. In fact, we take a stance against the UDLF and side with the SOVEREIGN nation of Sudan. Your reason for war is completely illegitimate as it was already used for the creation of South Sudan. Our suggestion to you is to either lay down your arms and stop warring against your rightful government, or to move to South Sudan where you will likely find a more accepting group of people based on your religion. You do not have our support, nor will you likely have it from other sovereign and recognized nations. As is our government's stance, we do not negotiate with rebels.</blockquote>"
2241,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=900,2014-12-20T10:39:00,Mattijana,"Park Guey-Hye had to every the blame for the attack-and fast, before the Chinese went on the offensive. Hopefully, the Americans were still keeping the Chinese bogged down in Tibet.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Message to: North China<br/>Message from: South Korea<br/>Encryption: High<br/><br/>To the North-Chinese leaders:<br/><br/>We wish to offer our condolences to those killed and injured in the attack on your naval base. We know there are many in both south and North Korea who are against you and we hear from world news the plane that crashed was unmarked. If it came from our direction, it may have been a North-Korean plane trying to stir up trouble and maybe looking for an excuse to attack us.<br/>Once again, we offer our condolences.<br/><br/>Park Geuy-Hye</blockquote>"
2242,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=900,2014-12-20T10:56:00,The Greater Gambia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lagos, Nigeria</span><br/><br/>The AFP detachment had made it into the city. They ditched their uniforms for civilian clothing. From now on, they were Gambian refugees that just arrived. They would be known as the Gambian Mafia. Currently, there are 4 major gangs in Lagos. The area boys, the Bakassi Boys, the confraternities, and the newly created Nigerian Mafia.<br/>First up are the Area boys,the Area boys (also known as Agberos) are loosely organized gangs of street children and teenagers, composed mostly of men, who roam the streets of Lagos, Nigeria. They extort money from passers-by, sell illegal drugs, act as informal security guards, and perform other ""odd jobs"" in return for compensation. The groups are based in Lagos Island, a Local Government Area in Lagos and the most urbanised part of Nigeria. Next are the Bakassi boys.<br/>The Bakassi Boys are a group of youth known for their anti-crime vigilantism, and are usually armed with machetes and guns. They operate in the Igbo area of Nigeria, and are sometimes accused of illegal activities and human rights abuses, yet enjoy popular support in the areas where they operate.<br/>In Nigeria, a confraternity is a group that is nominally university-based, though 'street and creek' confraternities began in the 1990s. The first confraternity, the Pyrates Confraternity was created as a social organization for promising students. However, as new confraternities were formed, they became increasingly violent through the 1970s and 1980s. By the 1990s, many confraternities largely operated as criminal gangs, called ""campus cults"" in Nigeria. Besides normal criminal activity, confraternities have been linked to political violence, as well as the conflict in the Niger Delta.<br/>And finally, there is the new Nigerian Mafia. They mostly deal in extortion, drug trafficking, kidnapping, prostitution, and contract killing. In the past year, they have become one of the biggest distributors of heroine in Western Africa. They are lead by Sarima Odanebo, otherwise known as the Queen of Lagos. Through, murder, extortion, and kidnapping she has made her way as one of Nigeria's most feared criminals.<br/><br/>These were the AFP's greatest threats at the moment, but one by one, they'd all fall to the superior weaponry of the AFP."
2243,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=900,2014-12-20T13:08:00,Pimps Inc,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Gambia</span><br/>Juarez left the dark room, pushing aside the ripped and grimy curtain that acted as a door. The night was mostly quiet and except for the distant noises of nature,the only thing that could be heard was the low breathing of the two sleeping young Gambian women inside the small shack. They were exhausted after a long night with Juarez. He loaded his M1911s and went to the airfield. The ORCC had sent a smaller and less expensive method of transport for him:A modified Bell Twin-Huey. Fortunately, Agent Ramirez,the young kid, had survived the fall from the jet, as well as two members of the Mexican Army. He quietly made his way to the chopper. He arrived and ordered Ramirez up.<br/><br/>""Get the chopper ready.We have to go now.""<br/><br/>Ramirez nodded in understanding and climbed into the cockpit, the two soldiers climbed aboard.Then Ramirez asked Juarez:<br/>""I just don't understand what the hurry is,sir.We could have gone in the morning.""<br/><br/>Juarez didn't waste words and tossed Ramirez his pager before climbing aboard.Ramirez fumbled with the object before finally reading the message on it.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">MISSION ACCOMPLISHED.STOP.IMPORTANT NEW ASSSIGNMENT.STOP.DEPART TO NIGERIA FOR BRIEFING.STOP.</span><br/><br/>Ramirez turned on the aircraft and flipped levers and buttons on the control console.The blades started to turn slowly but accelerated quickly.In a matter of seconds,the blades were spinning at 500 rpm.The craft was lifted into th air as the entire camp began to become awake.By the time the camp was up,the chopper was out of range and into the airspace of Senegal and eventually out of Senegal,too....."
2244,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=900,2014-12-20T14:10:00,The Greater Gambia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lagos, Nigeria</span><br/><br/>The first target was the Area Boys. Four men of the AF...I'm sorry, the Gambian Mafia, were watching a group of boys, no older than the age of 16. The gambians had been watching them for the past few days. They were the local dealers of the shanty town. The men walked over to them, looking like buyers.<br/><br/>drug dealing teen 1: Who are these niggas? Haven't seen them around.<br/><br/>teen 2: Should we pickpocket them?<br/><br/>Teen 3: They might be cops. I've seen them just watching us for the past few days.<br/><br/>Teen 1: Dumbasses.<br/><br/>As the men walked closer, they pulled out their makarovs and gunned down the boys. People ran for their ""houses"". The men began to butcher the bodies with their machetes. When they were finished, One of the men left a poster, it read."" This neighborhood now belongs to the Gambian Mafia. Anyone caught selling in our territory will face a similar fate."" The men just walked away, who was going to stop them after what they just witnessed."
2245,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=900,2014-12-20T14:18:00,Protector Galactics,"The first fresh 200 troops entered Tibet and headed to Lhasa military base. At the base, troops were half dead. Some troops had missing arms and legs. The base was turned into a medical facility. The bodies of the dead generals and a few ministers were hanged with signs that said: ""Traitors of the people."" T72 tanks paraded through the city insuring the security of the people. The military had establish an airbase nearby the capital. The soldiers that were holding the valley established trenches allowing them to be protected from any fire coming down towards them. The men started to dig tunnels under the war torn surface. There goal is to expand the tunnels to Lhasa which was well armed an guarded at all times."
2246,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=900,2014-12-20T14:35:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22859537#p22859537"">wrote</a>:</cite>The first fresh 200 troops entered Tibet and headed to Lhasa military base. At the base, troops were half dead. Some troops had missing arms and legs. The base was turned into a medical facility. The bodies of the dead generals and a few ministers were hanged with signs that said: ""Traitors of the people."" T72 tanks paraded through the city insuring the security of the people. The military had establish an airbase nearby the capital. The soldiers that were holding the valley established trenches allowing them to be protected from any fire coming down towards them. The men started to dig tunnels under the war torn surface. There goal is to expand the tunnels to Lhasa which was well armed an guarded at all times.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Valley</span><br/>500 Men sneaked down the hill in Chinese uniforms. Each had 10 pounds of C4 strapped to their bodies. They entered the trenches and blended with the other Chinese soldiers, most tried to help with the Tunnels, and succeeded. The rest just wandered. Finally they detonated their payloads, collapsing Tunnels and killing Chinese soldiers. These soldiers were all captured Chinese who were forced to do this or face a slow death."
2247,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=900,2014-12-20T14:52:00,Pimps Inc,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lagos,Nigeria</span><br/>Juárez's hair was tossed by the wind as he looked out the side of the aircraft, dust was sent flying in all directions as the landing skids touched down. Before the helicopter was even fully turned off, Juarez was already walking off. They had been forced to land in a clear abandoned area of the jungle not far from the coordinates he had been given. Ramirez and the Mexican soldiers stayed behind to guard the craft while Juarez headed into the city. It was almost dawn but it was still dark. He pulled back his suit to reveal his holster when a group of boys,most likely pickpocketers, approached him. They backed off into the shadows once again, waiting for victim. Juarez also passed by children in dire living conditions and families. A mother breastfeeding her child stared at him with fear as he walked by.As he traversed further into the most shady parts of the city, where a night club was situated, prostitutes began to approach him,trying to seduce him into buying their services. He motioned them off and continued on. He walked into a nightclub which, was also half brothel, and made his way into the back of the club. He passed next men with women and women with women going at it. They all looked at him with hostility in their bloodshot eyes.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">and I thought my Mexico was bad.....This reminds me of Sodom and Gomorrah</span><br/><br/>In the half of the club which was a brothel,he passed by small wooden doors with sensual sounds of unspeakable happenings behind them. He finally found what he was looking for. A guard in front of a partly hidden door where he hoped the owners where, groups of prostitutes went in and out from time to time holding alcohol and drugs. He went up to the guard. The large 6'2 man tried to push him back. Juarez grabbed his hand and twisted it behind him, the cracking of the bone was drowned out by the music, and he shoved him into a near room the prostitutes used as bedrooms. Juarez through the partly hidden door, one hand on his M1911."
2248,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=900,2014-12-20T15:17:00,The Greater Gambia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22859834#p22859834"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lagos,Nigeria</span><br/>Juárez's hair was tossed by the wind as he looked out the side of the aircraft, dust was sent flying in all directions as the landing skids touched down. Before the helicopter was even fully turned off, Juarez was already walking off. They had been forced to land in a clear abandoned area of the jungle not far from the coordinates he had been given. Ramirez and the Mexican soldiers stayed behind to guard the craft while Juarez headed into the city. It was almost dawn but it was still dark. He pulled back his suit to reveal his holster when a group of boys,most likely pickpocketers, approached him. They backed off into the shadows once again, waiting for victim. Juarez also passed by children in dire living conditions and families. A mother breastfeeding her child stared at him with fear as he walked by.As he traversed further into the most shady parts of the city, where a night club was situated, prostitutes began to approach him,trying to seduce him into buying their services. He motioned them off and continued on. He walked into a nightclub which, was also half brothel, and made his way into the back of the club. He passed next men with women and women with women going at it. They all looked at him with hostility in their bloodshot eyes.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">and I thought my Mexico was bad.....This reminds me of Sodom and Gomorrah</span><br/><br/> In the half of the club which was a brothel,he passed by small wooden doors with sensual sounds of unspeakable happenings behind them. He finally found what he was looking for. A guard in front of a partly hidden door where he hoped the owners where, groups of prostitutes went in and out from time to time holding alcohol and drugs. He went up to the guard. The large 6'2 man tried to push him back. Juarez grabbed his hand and twisted it behind him, the cracking of the bone was drowned out by the music, and he shoved him into a near room the prostitutes used as bedrooms. Juarez through the partly hidden door, one hand on his M1911.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The club was owned by Sarima Odanebo, head of the Nigerian Mafia.<br/><br/>Sarima- ""Yes, yes, just barge into my club and injure my guards. Surely you have some reason to barge into the office of Nigeria's number one criminal. That or your fucking stupid. Which one is it?"" She clutched her sawed off shotgun under her table."
2249,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=900,2014-12-20T15:33:00,Pimps Inc,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22860082#p22860082"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22859834#p22859834"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lagos,Nigeria</span><br/>Juárez's hair was tossed by the wind as he looked out the side of the aircraft, dust was sent flying in all directions as the landing skids touched down. Before the helicopter was even fully turned off, Juarez was already walking off. They had been forced to land in a clear abandoned area of the jungle not far from the coordinates he had been given. Ramirez and the Mexican soldiers stayed behind to guard the craft while Juarez headed into the city. It was almost dawn but it was still dark. He pulled back his suit to reveal his holster when a group of boys,most likely pickpocketers, approached him. They backed off into the shadows once again, waiting for victim. Juarez also passed by children in dire living conditions and families. A mother breastfeeding her child stared at him with fear as he walked by.As he traversed further into the most shady parts of the city, where a night club was situated, prostitutes began to approach him,trying to seduce him into buying their services. He motioned them off and continued on. He walked into a nightclub which, was also half brothel, and made his way into the back of the club. He passed next men with women and women with women going at it. They all looked at him with hostility in their bloodshot eyes.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">and I thought my Mexico was bad.....This reminds me of Sodom and Gomorrah</span><br/><br/> In the half of the club which was a brothel,he passed by small wooden doors with sensual sounds of unspeakable happenings behind them. He finally found what he was looking for. A guard in front of a partly hidden door where he hoped the owners where, groups of prostitutes went in and out from time to time holding alcohol and drugs. He went up to the guard. The large 6'2 man tried to push him back. Juarez grabbed his hand and twisted it behind him, the cracking of the bone was drowned out by the music, and he shoved him into a near room the prostitutes used as bedrooms. Juarez through the partly hidden door, one hand on his M1911.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The club was owned by Sarima Odanebo, head of the Nigerian Mafia.<br/><br/>Sarima- ""Yes, yes, just barge into my club and injure my guards. Surely you have some reason to barge into the office of Nigeria's number one criminal. That or your fucking stupid. Which one is it?"" She clutched her sawed off shotgun under her table.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Juarez aimed his gun at Sarima.He unholstered his other M1911 and fired behind him,taking down two guards attempting to attack from behind.He froze,in order to not make Sarima fire.<br/><br/>""What?You want me to knock?You would have shot me before I even got to the door.""<br/>Juarez slowly lowered his back hand, hidden off from Sarima and her guard's view."
2250,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=900,2014-12-20T15:43:00,Marsisian,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Grün Biological Weapons Facility<br/>Baden-Wurttemberg</span><br/><br/>The scientists at the biological weapons research facility, set up in 1984 fearing a Soviet charge into Europe, were making excellent progress on one of their premier projects they had been working on since the start of the 2010s, XBD-3. When a human was infected with the virus, the time of death was within 6 seconds to a day. Their eyes would turn black and start to bleed while their organs would directly turn into liquid, killing them before they even touched the ground. After death, the virus was still infectious for a short time so anyone who touched the body would also be infected.<br/><br/>The head would succumb to necrosis as well as the legs, also using a form of psychological terror. Highly contagious, the virus' infectiousness was on par with the common cold. It truly was one of the facility's greatest achievements and it would soon be unleashed on a specific location to aid an ally under siege, as soon as more vials were produced. Versatile, the virus could be unleashed from gas canisters or regular vial injection."
2251,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=900,2014-12-20T16:05:00,The Greater Gambia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22860226#p22860226"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22860082#p22860082"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>The club was owned by Sarima Odanebo, head of the Nigerian Mafia.<br/><br/>Sarima- ""Yes, yes, just barge into my club and injure my guards. Surely you have some reason to barge into the office of Nigeria's number one criminal. That or your fucking stupid. Which one is it?"" She clutched her sawed off shotgun under her table.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Juarez aimed his gun at Sarima.He unholstered his other M1911 and fired behind him,taking down two guards attempting to attack from behind.He froze,in order to not make Sarima fire.<br/><br/>""What?You want me to knock?You would have shot me before I even got to the door.""<br/>Juarez slowly lowered his back hand, hidden off from Sarima and her guard's view.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Sarima was not amused.""and you're proving to me that I'd be right to do so.Now, before my men come up here and spray your Mexican brains all over the fucking walls, why have you come here?"
2252,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=900,2014-12-20T17:14:00,Iritrian,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Zambian News</span></span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Kasama Airport Attack</span></span><br/><br/><span style=""color: #FF0000"">Breaking News</span><br/><br/>The occupation of Kasama airport continues as the terrorists holding many innocents within and making sure no one leaves alive. Over 200 gun shots have been heard from within the airport building in the past few days, fearing for the worst. Zambian military soldiers have finally arrived outside the airport yesterday; for the rest of the day they have begun planning their strategies, aims and objectives for the Kasama airport attack.<br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.africom.mil/Img/2372/Med/US-AFRICOM-Photo""/><br/><br/>On 05:00 am today, the Zambian military forces took their plan into action. With the aim of attacking the airport, eliminating any terrorist suspect and rescuing as many civilians as possible, the soldiers charged towards the building.<br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i1.ytimg.com/vi/osGiF-t9k5U/0.jpg""/><br/><br/>After 4 long hours of a fire fight, the Zambian flag has been waved upon the airport building, signalling that the battle was won. Kasama airport has been retaken by the Zambian military.<br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://ak3.picdn.net/shutterstock/videos/442381/preview/stock-footage-hd-p-clip-of-a-slow-motion-waving-flag-of-zambia-seamless-seconds-long-loop.jpg""/><br/><br/>Over 120 dead civilian bodies have been found within the airport, all found inside the main warehouse, they are currently being identified and families will be notified. No civilians were found alive after a long thorough search of the airport.<br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.dailymail.co.uk/i/pix/2014/07/19/article-2697810-1FCB3B1500000578-560_634x419.jpg""/><br/><br/>The airport will begin a procedure to reopen and begin servicing the migrants again after 2 weeks of re-evaluating the security and safety procedures for the airport in hopes to prevent another attack."
2253,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=900,2014-12-20T17:42:00,The Greater Gambia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Zambia</span><br/><br/>Karimo Sabamye and his 300 AFP soldiers arrived in the country. They were in this sorry excuse for a country to find the leader of the group responsible for the recent terrorist attacks. When they found them they had two options, agree to ally with the AFP, or become another one of Karimo's trophies."
2254,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=900,2014-12-20T17:47:00,Pimps Inc,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22860541#p22860541"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22860226#p22860226"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Juarez aimed his gun at Sarima.He unholstered his other M1911 and fired behind him,taking down two guards attempting to attack from behind.He froze,in order to not make Sarima fire.<br/><br/>""What?You want me to knock?You would have shot me before I even got to the door.""<br/>Juarez slowly lowered his back hand, hidden off from Sarima and her guard's view.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Sarima was not amused.""and you're proving to me that I'd be right to do so.Now, before my men come up here and spray your Mexican brains all over the fucking walls, why have you come here?</div></blockquote><br/>""Calm down, Miss. Don't even think about killing me or you'll have all of Mexico's worst criminals after your ass, their dicks long and hard and hungry for your ass and bigger guns than you can ever imagine. The Cartels have taken a liking to Africa's organized crime. They sent me to try and negotiate with you.""<br/><br/>Juarez further lowered his back arm,out of view of Sarima,and into his back pocket."
2255,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=900,2014-12-20T18:56:00,The Greater Gambia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22861417#p22861417"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22860541#p22860541"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Sarima was not amused.""and you're proving to me that I'd be right to do so.Now, before my men come up here and spray your Mexican brains all over the fucking walls, why have you come here?</div></blockquote><br/>""Calm down, Miss. Don't even think about killing me or you'll have all of Mexico's worst criminals after your ass, their dicks long and hard and hungry for your ass and bigger guns than you can ever imagine. The Cartels have taken a liking to Africa's organized crime. They sent me to try and negotiate with you.""<br/><br/>Juarez further lowered his back arm,out of view of Sarima,and into his back pocket.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Fine, though I'd feel a lit more comfortable if we were on more even terms..."" She pulls the sawed off shotgun up aiming it at Juarez. "" What does the Cartel want with a small little organization like mine?"""
2256,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=900,2014-12-20T19:08:00,Pimps Inc,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22861909#p22861909"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22861417#p22861417"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Calm down, Miss. Don't even think about killing me or you'll have all of Mexico's worst criminals after your ass, their dicks long and hard and hungry for your ass and bigger guns than you can ever imagine. The Cartels have taken a liking to Africa's organized crime. They sent me to try and negotiate with you.""<br/><br/>Juarez further lowered his back arm,out of view of Sarima,and into his back pocket.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Fine, though I'd feel a lit more comfortable if we were on more even terms..."" She pulls the sawed off shotgun up aiming it at Juarez. "" What does the Cartel want with a small little organization like mine?""</div></blockquote><br/>""It's not just your organization,it's all of organized crime in Africa.But,they'll start with yours.""<br/>Juarez slid his fingers on his hidden hand around the grenade in his back pocket and pulled the pin.He would let go of the handle if things went awry."
2257,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=900,2014-12-20T19:29:00,The Greater Gambia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22862008#p22862008"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22861909#p22861909"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""Fine, though I'd feel a lit more comfortable if we were on more even terms..."" She pulls the sawed off shotgun up aiming it at Juarez. "" What does the Cartel want with a small little organization like mine?""</div></blockquote><br/>""It's not just your organization,it's all of organized crime in Africa.But,they'll start with yours.""<br/>Juarez slid his fingers on his hidden hand around the grenade in his back pocket and pulled the pin.He would let go of the handle if things went awry.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Two men came into the room, uzi's in hand. Once they saw the grenade, their eyes opened wide. Sarima ordered them to hold.<br/><br/>""Look, we both don't want to die in this god forsaken country, just tell me what they want and you can be on your way.""<br/><br/>OOC: For the love of god, get on with it!"
2258,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=900,2014-12-20T19:36:00,Pimps Inc,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22862189#p22862189"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22862008#p22862008"">wrote</a>:</cite>""It's not just your organization,it's all of organized crime in Africa.But,they'll start with yours.""<br/>Juarez slid his fingers on his hidden hand around the grenade in his back pocket and pulled the pin.He would let go of the handle if things went awry.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Two men came into the room, uzi's in hand. Once they saw the grenade, their eyes opened wide. Sarima ordered them to hold.<br/><br/>""Look, we both don't want to die in this god forsaken country, just tell me what they want and you can be on your way.""<br/><br/>OOC: For the love of god, get on with it!</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""They want to receive a percentage of your yearly income as well as working with you to expand the Cartel's influence in Africa.In exchange,we will provide equipment to fund this ""annexation"" of rival organizations."
2259,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=900,2014-12-20T20:01:00,The Greater Gambia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22862256#p22862256"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22862189#p22862189"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Two men came into the room, uzi's in hand. Once they saw the grenade, their eyes opened wide. Sarima ordered them to hold.<br/><br/>""Look, we both don't want to die in this god forsaken country, just tell me what they want and you can be on your way.""<br/><br/>OOC: For the love of god, get on with it!</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""They want to receive a percentage of your yearly income as well as working with you to expand the Cartel's influence in Africa.In exchange,we will provide equipment to fund this ""annexation"" of rival organizations.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Sarima rolled her eyes.<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">What is he talking about? Annexation?....He's talking about those Gambian fucks who butchered those boys in the shanty town.</span>""<br/><br/>""I'm guessing I don't have much of a choice now, hmmm?"""
2260,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=900,2014-12-20T20:54:00,Pimps Inc,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22862423#p22862423"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22862256#p22862256"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""They want to receive a percentage of your yearly income as well as working with you to expand the Cartel's influence in Africa.In exchange,we will provide equipment to fund this ""annexation"" of rival organizations.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Sarima rolled her eyes.<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">What is he talking about? Annexation?....He's talking about those Gambian fucks who butchered those boys in the shanty town.</span>""<br/><br/>""I'm guessing I don't have much of a choice now, hmmm?""</div></blockquote><br/>""You're right,you don't.Now,I know you think I'm nuts,but there is much to be gained from these lands.Both in resources and crime.Africa is a rich country,in resources,that is.But,the leaders of Africa are too corrupt to put it to a use.The Cartels can change that,help the people of Africa,and gain yourself something extra,too."""
2261,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=900,2014-12-20T21:04:00,The Greater Gambia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22862906#p22862906"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22862423#p22862423"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Sarima rolled her eyes.<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">What is he talking about? Annexation?....He's talking about those Gambian fucks who butchered those boys in the shanty town.</span>""<br/><br/>""I'm guessing I don't have much of a choice now, hmmm?""</div></blockquote><br/>""You're right,you don't.Now,I know you think I'm nuts,but there is much to be gained from these lands.Both in resources and crime.Africa is a rich country,in resources,that is.But,the leaders of Africa are too corrupt to put it to a use.The Cartels can change that,help the people of Africa,and gain yourself something extra,too.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Sarima spoke to one of the men at the door. She spoke to him in Igbo.<br/>""Find out where this prick came from, check to see if he's legit.""<br/><br/>She looked back at Juarez. ""Maybe you have something that can persuade me further to consider this proposal?"""
2262,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=925,2014-12-20T21:09:00,Pimps Inc,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22863012#p22863012"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22862906#p22862906"">wrote</a>:</cite>""You're right,you don't.Now,I know you think I'm nuts,but there is much to be gained from these lands.Both in resources and crime.Africa is a rich country,in resources,that is.But,the leaders of Africa are too corrupt to put it to a use.The Cartels can change that,help the people of Africa,and gain yourself something extra,too.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Sarima spoke to one of the men at the door. She spoke to him in Igbo.<br/>""Find out where this prick came from, check to see if he's legit.""<br/><br/>She looked back at Juarez. ""Maybe you have something that can persuade me further to consider this proposal?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Juarez put away his grenade and pressed a button on his pager which hung from his belt.The button was a panic button which would be transmitted to Ramirez and the two Mexican soldiers.<br/>He only understood a little of the Igbo Sarima said.Something about pricks,finding out,and legit?<br/>""If you don't,then we will simply wipe you off the map,leaving nothing but dust of you and your organization, and move on by creating our bases here.We have contacts with governments of Africa.It's a simple yes or no."""
2263,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=925,2014-12-20T21:15:00,The Greater Gambia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22863061#p22863061"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22863012#p22863012"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Sarima spoke to one of the men at the door. She spoke to him in Igbo.<br/>""Find out where this prick came from, check to see if he's legit.""<br/><br/>She looked back at Juarez. ""Maybe you have something that can persuade me further to consider this proposal?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Juarez put away his grenade and pressed a button on his pager which hung from his belt.The button was a panic button which would be transmitted to Ramirez and the two Mexican soldiers.<br/>He only understood a little of the Igbo Sarima said.Something about pricks,finding out,and legit?<br/>""If you don't,then we will simply wipe you off the map,leaving nothing but dust of you and your organization, and move on by creating our bases here.We have contacts with governments of Africa.It's a simple yes or no.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Fine we'll allow the cartels in. Now that you have what you want, leave, now. Try not to kill anymore of my people on your way out."""
2264,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=925,2014-12-20T21:26:00,Pimps Inc,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22863120#p22863120"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22863061#p22863061"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Juarez put away his grenade and pressed a button on his pager which hung from his belt.The button was a panic button which would be transmitted to Ramirez and the two Mexican soldiers.<br/>He only understood a little of the Igbo Sarima said.Something about pricks,finding out,and legit?<br/>""If you don't,then we will simply wipe you off the map,leaving nothing but dust of you and your organization, and move on by creating our bases here.We have contacts with governments of Africa.It's a simple yes or no.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Fine we'll allow the cartels in. Now that you have what you want, leave, now. Try not to kill anymore of my people on your way out.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Oh,and well take 20% of your yearly income.""<br/><br/>Juarez backed off slowly,his gun trained on Sarima.Finally,he walked out the door of the club,where Ramirez and a soldier were waiting.They went back the the helicopter with their weapons brandished.Then,they took off,away from the hostility of Lagos.While in the air,Juarez though to himself.<br/>""Why don't I just burn Lagos to the ground with the missiles on this thing?"""
2265,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=925,2014-12-20T21:54:00,The Greater Gambia,"A half an hour passed after Juarez left the nightclub. Sarima called one of her men to her office. ""I want you to track down the Gambians, they brought the Mexicans go our shores,they'll help us fix it.""<br/><br/>Meanwhile, Tmthe Gambians had set up in a abandoned wearhouse at the harbor. The building was packed with guns, trucks, and bomb making material. Dawda Sambeh, the man Karimo had left in charge of the operation in Nigeria, decided to call his leader to tell him of the progress so far.<br/><br/>""Sir, we've set up shop in Lagos, we've begun ""pacifying"" the local gangs.""<br/><br/>""Good, once this business in Zambia is finished, we'll make our way there. I want complete control by the time I get there.""<br/><br/>Between the Cartels, the Nigerians, and the Gambians, Lagos was going to become a battlefield."
2266,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=925,2014-12-20T22:10:00,Marsisian,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Berlin</span><br/><br/>With the military now having a sizable amount of gas canisters and vials required for mass deployment of XBD-3, the highest levels of government approved the deployment of the virus on the Western world's enemies, namely North Korea. Multiple stealth teams would be deployed outside Pyongyang via helicopter and insert the virus into food shipments or inject the virus into unsuspecting victims. However, there was a flaw in the plan. The virus could easily spread out of NK and into China and South Korea if not properly contained. But this was merely just a side effect of one of the last relics of Communism being destroyed."
2267,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=925,2014-12-20T22:12:00,Kargintina,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Hobart, Tasmania, Commonwealth of Australia</span><br/>""Boom"" The explosion rang out as suddenly as a blink of an eye. Screaming, crying people running. The local fire department came to try to put out the fire, but as they arrived, militants armed with AKM rifles opened fire. Four firefighters where killed. Police arrived on scene armed with M4 Carbines and riot gear. They stormed the block and killed the militants. Thirteen civilians, two policemen, four firefighters and eight militants where killed.<br/><br/>Later that day, a message went up all across Australia. ""People of Australia, for two long has the island of Tasmania been under your rule. Just like the AFP in Gambia and the IRA in Northern Ireland, we will fight for our independence. We will strike fear into your hearts and bring ruin to Canberra, Sydney and Melbourne. You shall burn in the name of Tasmanian People's Army."""
2268,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=925,2014-12-20T22:16:00,The Greater Gambia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Banjul, The Gambia</span><br/><br/>The AU conference was about to begin. The only countries that sent delegates were Senegal, Egypt, Mali, Kenya, and Angola. Others had expressed fear of the safety of the country or didn't bother to reply at all. President Jobateh greeted the attendees.<br/><br/>""Gentlemen, thank you all for coming. The reason I have called this conference is to discuss with you all about the threat posed by the African Freedom Party.I had hoped more of our continent's leaders would show up, but the recent AFP terrorist attack has scared most of them off. Our intelligence agency, GEATA,has prepared a dossier on their leader, Karimo Sabamye.""<br/><br/>Jobateh's aide hands out copies of the dossier to the other delegates.<br/><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><div align=""center"">Gambian Espionage and Anti-Terrorism Agency (GEATA) Dossier: Karimo Sabamye</div></span><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/d/d4/Coat_of_arms_of_The_Gambia.svg/526px-Coat_of_arms_of_The_Gambia.svg.png""/></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Encryption:HIGHEST</span><br/><br/> Karimo Sabamye was born in Serekunda in January 29, 1990 to Jewish parents. During Jammeh's 1994 coup, his family fled to Israel. At the age of 18, he was conscripted into the IDF. Details about this life are unknown. The only intelligence that Mossad would give us is that he knows Crav Maga. After his mandatory military service was completed, he moved back to the Gambia in 2014, when he caught word of the beginnings of the Gambian Liberation Party.<br/> Fast forward two years with the downfall of Jammeh's regime. Karimo leaves the GLP due to his perception of the party's bureaucracy. He later joins the Loyalist due to common goals. When Jhonothan Bell killed the former leader of the Loyalists, Colonel Amat Tourey, Sabamye was quick to seize power, killing opposition. After he was in power, he lead a purge of xenophobic and actual loyalist parts of the faction, renaming it the African Freedom Party, an organisation dedicated to the eradication of corruption and oppression throughout the continent.<br/> Don't be fooled though, as the GAF was pushing the AFP out of the Gambia, he ordered the Banjul Market Bombing, using homemade mustard gas. The Attack killed 300 Gambian civilians. The suicide bomber was later found out to not be doing it willingly. Sources have told that Karimo Sabamye and the AFP were holding his family hostage and threatening to kill them if he failed to carry out the attack.Sources within Senegal that he is using similar tactics in the Casamance region of Senegal, he is forcing Casamance rebels to buy chemical weapons from the AFP with threats of extreme repercussions.<br/> GEATA recommends immediate elimination of Karimo Sabamye. Delay to do so will cause the death of thousands, if not millions if the AFP fully utilizes their chemical weapons. We recommend that the Gambia coordinates with other nations under immediate threat from the Karimo Sabamye and the AFP. Cooperation will allow access to a wider intelligence network and support in hunting down the target.<br/><br/>To: President Boro Jobateh<br/>From: Ali Mendy, Director of the Gambian Espionage and Anti-Terrorism Agency</blockquote>"
2269,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=925,2014-12-20T22:30:00,Mifan,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Banjul, The Gambia</span><br/><br/>The Egyptian delegates each were given a copy of the dossier and read it thoroughly, making sure not to miss any details on Karimo. One of the delegates, Aaqil, began to speak his mind. ""Well, it seems that Karimo is a major threat to Africa. What I want to know is, where did Karimo and the AFP, get chemical weapons. We can't do much against him until we have as much detail that we can possibly get."" He sat back down and waited for the other delegates to respond."
2270,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=925,2014-12-20T22:58:00,Pimps Inc,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Banjul</span><br/>The Malian delegate skimmed through the document.<br/>""Do we know who is supplying them or their capabilities?""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lagos</span><br/>ORCC sent a whole Army group of 200 men,1 Twin Huey,and 5 Ratel 20 IFVs to Lagos in the following days.They didn't fully take the city but instead hid in the surrounding jungles.The 300 men entered the city and fought against opposition in the Red Light districts and took all night clubs,including Sarima's.They would allow Sarima to remain in power but only as a sort of governor which the Cartels could influence in exchange for the Cartels giving an iron grip on opposition by gangs to Sarima."
2271,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=925,2014-12-20T23:10:00,The Greater Gambia,"Boro Jobateh made way for Ali Mendy, head of the GEATA.<br/><br/>""From our investigation of the bombing, the chemical agent they used seems to be homemade. Wen we searched their former headquarters, we found a lab and multiple ""test subjects"". All of them were deceased when we arrived. As for their supplier, their main supplier is Jhonothan Bell, leader of the WFA. He is also responsible for training the AFP. He is #4 on the Yankee's most wanted list."""
2272,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=925,2014-12-21T00:54:00,Mattijana,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Message to: Germany<br/>Message from: South Korea<br/>Encryption: low<br/><br/>Urgent message!<br/><br/>As you know, North Korea and China are our enemies, whilst, as a member of NATO, we consider you allies. So answer this: why would a fellow member of NATO risk the health of a useful ally by releasing a deadly virus that could endanger the health of the whole of Asia. <br/>What the hell are you doing?<br/>Was machst du?<br/><br/>Park Geuy-Hye</blockquote>"
2273,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=925,2014-12-21T05:16:00,Elepis,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Iraq</span><br/><br/>For weeks the Turkish government have been in contact with the Iraqi & Kurdish government, trying to hammer out a plan to destroy IS. Each party had conflicting objectives. The Kurds wanted a free state, free from radical Islam, free from the oppression of Baghdad. Iraq wanted to destroy IS but to keep control of a wider area as possible. Turkey wanted to crush IS but also wanted increased regional influence and supply of oil. Finally an agreement was hammered out.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Turkish-Iraqi-Kurdish agreement<br/><br/>1. Kurdistan:<br/>A. Iraqi Kurdistan will be given full independence<br/>B. Iraqi Kurdistan will be recognized by both the governments of Iraq and Turkey<br/>C. Iraqi Kurdistan will be a fully free republic named the ""Republic of Kurdistan"" and will be free from any and all control from Ankara or Baghdad <br/>D. The RK will not arm the Turkish Kurds<br/>E. The RK will not help the Turkish Kurds in any circumstances if the rebel against Turkey<br/>F. The RK will allow Turkey to have a small army and air force base inside RK to ensure the terms of the treaty<br/>G. The RK will be allowed to have a conscripted standing army of an unlimited amount<br/>H. The RK will have an air force of an unlimited size <br/><br/>2. Iraq<br/>A. Iraq will recognize the sovereignty of the Republic of Kurdistan and no Iraqi troops will enter RK without expressed permission from Erbil (capital of RK)<br/>B. Iraq will declare itself a secular state<br/>C. Iraq will hold election every 4 years<br/>D. Iraq will give full rights to all ethnic and religious groups <br/>E. Iraq will allow all political parties to stand<br/>F. Iraq will allow a Turkish army force of no more than 5,000 to be stationed in Tikrit on the border between RK and Iraq<br/>G. Iraq will allow the Turkish National Oil Company (NOC) to buy 20% of the Oil Fields of Iraq (most of the northern ones)<br/><br/>3.Turkey <br/>A. Turkey will recognizes the independence of the Republic of Kurdistan <br/>B. Turkish troops will be withdrawn from Tikrit after 10 years<br/>C. Turkey will help fully RK &amp; Iraq become stable democracy's<br/>D. Turkey will send 8,000 Maroon Berets &amp; Regular troops help push out IS <br/><br/>Singed:<br/>Kemal Kılıçdaroğlu, President of Turkey<br/>Fuad Masum, President of Iraq<br/>Nechervan Barzani, Prime Minister of Kurdistan<br/><br/>Area of Republic of Kurdistan <br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/9/94/Iraqi_Kurdistan_in_Iraq_%28de-facto_and_disputed_hatched%29.svg/1024px-Iraqi_Kurdistan_in_Iraq_%28de-facto_and_disputed_hatched%29.svg.png"" rel=""nofollow"">http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/9/94/Iraqi_Kurdistan_in_Iraq_%28de-facto_and_disputed_hatched%29.svg/1024px-Iraqi_Kurdistan_in_Iraq_%28de-facto_and_disputed_hatched%29.svg.png</a></blockquote>"
2274,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=925,2014-12-21T09:10:00,The Greater Gambia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lagos, Nigeria</span><br/><br/>Sarima entered the abandoned tenement. AFP guards watched her as she walked through the hallway. Their faces were obscured by their gasmasks. She came up to the meeting room. Dawda was sitting at a table with phone on it.<br/><br/>""What's with the gasmasks, some sort of intimidation factor?"". Sarima said.<br/><br/>""we've rigged the whole building with mustard gas, if anything goes wrong, my men have orders to detonate them.""<br/><br/>Sarima shrugged.""You people don't fuck around. Now, about the cartel...""<br/><br/>Dawda interrupted her.""You'll be talking to our leader for that.""<br/><br/><br/>He turned on the phone, called Karimo and put the phone on speaker.<br/><br/>""Hello, I am Karimo Sabamye, leader of the AFP and the small side business we've set up in your town. Am I correct that you would like to discuss the cartels?""<br/><br/>""Aren't you guys the ones got kicked out of Gambia? Wasn't it a civil war?""<br/><br/>""Yes, but contrary to what the Gambian government propaganda they have been spreading, the civil war is far far from over. It's just a lull in the fighting.""<br/><br/>Sarima rolled her eyes.""Whatever you say.""<br/><br/>Dawda stood up."" We can kill everyone in the city if we wanted, I demand you show us some resp...""<br/><br/>Karimo interrupted him."" Dawda, don't be a jackass. Ms Odanebo is it? My men have orders to eliminate all criminal opposition in the city, but I feel it doesn't need to come to that. You have two options. Option A is that you refuse, we'll let you walk away, and continue to be the cartel's bitch for a few days. But when we walk by, we'll expect you to bow down and stay the fuck out of our way. Then there's option B, you and your organization join us. You will be place in charge of the criminal elements of the AFP. We'll still take 20% of your profits, but we'll supply you with weapons and help you in spreading the Nigerian Mafia throughout Africa. We'll have as much to gain as you.The only person you'll have to answer to is me. Other than that, you'll have free reign, as long as it doesn't conflict with our goals.""<br/><br/>Sarima laughed.""Is kicking the cartels out of Africa one of your goals?""<br/><br/>""Yes it is. We won't allow anyone else control any aspect of African life besides Africans.""<br/><br/>""Then you have a deal.Besides, that fucker, Jose, Juarez something? I want his head on my wall. No just walks into my club, kills my guards, and starts making demands.""<br/><br/>""Excellent, Dawda, I want you to begin transferring control to Odanebo immediately.I will be there within a few days. I still have a terrorist group to track down."""
2275,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=925,2014-12-21T10:05:00,Mangjukoia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Tokyo, Japan</span><br/><br/>Prime Minister Kobo Fukunaga had been discussing the current situations of East Asia with his Ministry of Defense. He wanted to have Japan have it's own standing military, aside from their Self Defense Force. He would like to support the war on China on the side of South Korea and Tibet, but was unsure of the backlash of what might come because of it. For now, he would write a short note to South Korea about aiding them in the war on China and start to try a transitioning of small parts of the Self Defense Force to a sufficient army.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Message to: South Korea<br/>Message from: Japan<br/>Encryption: High<br/><br/>With your war on China, we would like to aid you and your efforts. We would like to send the Japanese Self Defense Force as a peacekeeper for your nation if needed so that you may adequately combat the aggressors in East Asia. Perhaps if you were to occupy areas, we would defend those areas while you focus on the offensive.<br/> <br/>Prime Minister Kobo Fukunaga</blockquote>"
2276,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=925,2014-12-21T10:51:00,Mattijana,"<blockquote><div><cite>Mangjukoia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22867501#p22867501"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Tokyo, Japan</span><br/><br/>Prime Minister Kobo Fukunaga had been discussing the current situations of East Asia with his Ministry of Defense. He wanted to have Japan have it's own standing military, aside from their Self Defense Force. He would like to support the war on China on the side of South Korea and Tibet, but was unsure of the backlash of what might come because of it. For now, he would write a short note to South Korea about aiding them in the war on China and start to try a transitioning of small parts of the Self Defense Force to a sufficient army.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Message to: South Korea<br/>Message from: Japan<br/>Encryption: High<br/><br/>With your war on China, we would like to aid you and your efforts. We would like to send the Japanese Self Defense Force as a peacekeeper for your nation if needed so that you may adequately combat the aggressors in East Asia. Perhaps if you were to occupy areas, we would defend those areas while you focus on the offensive.<br/> <br/>Prime Minister Kobo Fukunaga</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Message to: Japan<br/>Message from: South Korea<br/>Encryption: High<br/><br/>Greetings Kobo<br/><br/>Thank you for your offer, military assistance would be very helpful both at home and to defeat the horrors that the Chinese have brought upon Tibet. We wish to invade North Korea as Germany wish to lower themselves to the levels that China have stooped to by releasing a deadly virus. If we invade, the Germans will not carelessly threaten the health if the whole of Asia, including both our nations.<br/><br/>We may use your troops to invade the North alongside some of our squads as (no disrespect) we trust our own troops to show more guts in defending South Korea.<br/><br/>Many thanks for your cooperation,<br/><br/>Park Geuy-Hye</blockquote>"
2277,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=925,2014-12-21T11:35:00,Quirina,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 130%; line-height: 116%;"">REPUBLIKA NG PILIPINAS</span><br/>Manila, National Capital Region<br/>Republic of the Philippines</span></span><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/a/af/Seal_of_the_Philippines.svg/200px-Seal_of_the_Philippines.svg.png""/><br/><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Maka-Diyos, Makatao, Makakalikasan at Makabansa""</span></span><br/><br/><hr/></div><br/><div style=""margin-left:75px; margin-right:75px; margin-bottom:5px; margin-top:5px"">As the elections coming near, so as the plans for the Paz-administered NICA and their new goal of ""Second New Society"" emerges. Now his theory of a ""Philippine State as a revised version of its inglorious past"", Paz, heading a simple government office at the shadows of Malacañang Palace, still moves on in his seven-phased platform for a radical change in the country. Unlike other ""power-players"", Paz holds no image and acts like a simple employee for the Aquino administration. The President himself, who has a bitter grudge against his father's enemies seen in his psychological test results before his election in 2010 (three-page results links: [<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-NkxGOoYS1-c/UB6xhlO_HhI/AAAAAAAAAFc/4_nMSkkeHeQ/s1600/pscho-1.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">1</a>][<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://2010presidentiables.files.wordpress.com/2010/04/pscho-2.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">2</a>][<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://2010presidentiables.files.wordpress.com/2010/04/pscho-3.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">3</a>]), wanted NICA to be dissolved but disregarded such motive as ""waste of energy"", not knowing this will put him down for good.<br/><br/>As the President is scheduled for a personal trip to Tacloban to recheck the rehabilitation, NICA and few military officials are meeting secretly in undisclosed places to whether or not the plan to coup during the short time vacancy of the President from his seat will be realized. Although it will be fast-paced, this will hamper the election itself as the military will be a ""one big chess piece ought to kill the king (the President)"". While at it, NICA agents had been holding few NPA/CPP communist rebels inn their custody to extract information from them as interrogation to solidify NICA's claims of the conspiracy that plotted to oust Marcos almost three decades ago was done. The last major card that NICA might pull off against the communists is the recall of Jose Maria Sison (leader of the CPP-NPA-NDF communist triad in the Philippines under Dutch asylum) from the Netherlands and be repatriate to face his charges of rebellion, sedition, and insurrection against the Republic.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, arms dealers from Russia, United States, and Japan are bidding for contracts to procure military equipment for the modernization of the Armed Forces of the Philippines (SLP: Sandatahang Lakas ng Pilipinas). From the Vietnamese, they acquired the Edsall-class destroyer escorts as they were being decommissioned by the Vietnamese navy in favor of stronger ships. M48 and M4 main battle tanks were also acquired from the purchase from the Vietnamese army as they were nearing to be scrapped, which was fortunately being acquired by the SLP for fielding armored divisions and formations. The V-100 armored fighting vehicles were being purchased from Portugal in large quantities, aimed to avail all variants, including command and support fire variants. Aside from the new military assets and the growing economy, one might say that Philippines is safe.<br/><br/>It is remembered back in the 1950s that the Philippines answered the call to combat the communist threat in the Korean peninsula, together with the United Nations against North Korea. But this time, it is different. It was South Korea now that engages directly into China in a brawl that might spill the beans between nations hiding their diplomatic interests, regardless of the multitude of papers signed between each other. To answer about the Philippines' involvement in the situation, the newly-acquired Edsall-class destroyer escorts were sent to the West Philippine Sea (South China Sea) for patrol missions in the Kalayaan Group of Islands and at the Scarborough Shoal. Surprised, the President ordered the Department of Foreign Affairs, through Malacañang, to issue armed neutrality in the situation. The SLP, knowing that it will endanger the Philippine territory if acted blankly in the nearing international crisis, continued to relay orders to the <span style=""font-style: italic"">Hukbong Pandagat</span> (Navy) in assuring the presence and safety of the maritime claims of the Philippines is checked, despite other claimants' dilemma about it.</div>"
2278,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=925,2014-12-21T13:24:00,Protector Galactics,Back in Shanghai Delayete ordered to fire their anti satilite missiles against the U.S main important satilites. 30 Satilites of the FBI the CIA and The White House Administration were destroyed 30 minutes later after the order was given. The South Chinese started development of their own EMPs bombs. They started to find the right ingredients from the last explosion of the U.S. Small test were made by little battery explosion which fried transformers From the 70s in a 8 foot radius. But the Chinese tried to amplify their explosions bigger. The test will continue for the next month.
2279,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=925,2014-12-21T15:08:00,Marsisian,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Berlin</span><br/><br/>Even though Operation Just Cause was ready to go and the special forces teams were on their civilian Bell helicopters wearing civilian clothes and backpacks, the Military High Command instead decided to unleash XBD-3 on Antananarivo, Madagascar instead. They wanted to see what a lethal virus like XBD could do to an unprepared and isolated island nation like Madagascar before attacking North Korea with it.<br/><br/>In the darkness of the night, the Bell helicopters took off from the base in the Alps and set for Madagascar.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Outside Antananarivo</span><br/><br/>The Bell helicopters touched down in the outskirts of the city, and each team of 4 made their way to bustling city squares. The police being slightly suspicious of them, the teams carried on anyway. Finally, they came to their designated locations. Opening their backpacks and putting on gas masks, then taking out the canisters of XBD gas, they activated it and the virus came down on the unsuspecting population. After that, they ran back to the helicopters outside of the city and made a beeline for Australia, North Korea, Angola, and Mexico, throwing off the world about where they came from."
2280,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=925,2014-12-21T15:15:00,Protector Galactics,"The Chinese soldiers fled into their bunkers. 3000 men dropped dead. Bombing runs continued against the Tibetans in the hills. Chinese napalm started a forest fire on the hills burning Americans and Tibetans. The napalm bombs started to fall on the Tibetan Trenches Chinese MLRs on the other side of the hills took a blow on the Americans vehicles. 30,000 troops from Lhasa started to mobilize to the other side of the Shannan hill. This was an attempt to charge at the Tibetans and Americans."
2281,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=925,2014-12-21T16:30:00,Marsisian,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Madagascar</span><br/><br/>The Federal German ambassador kept note of progress of the virus, as the military had told him to just 10 minutes after the initial release. In the city itself, order had already been gone and it turned to anarchy and death all around. Within an hour, 131,000 people had died because of a poor government response and the lack of medical service quality, and not knowing what XBD was. Within the next three hours, 310,000 people were dead, and 560,000 were infected. Most of the infected fled outside of the city, unintentionally spreading it even further. The government was evacuated out of the city and the few people who weren't infected also chose to get out."
2282,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=925,2014-12-21T17:07:00,Mystica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Chiata <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22857710#p22857710"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: The Insurgence Group of The United Darfur Liberation Front<br/>From: The Democratic Republic of the Congo<br/><br/>There is no possible way for the DRC to help your present situation. In fact, we take a stance against the UDLF and side with the SOVEREIGN nation of Sudan. Your reason for war is completely illegitimate as it was already used for the creation of South Sudan. Our suggestion to you is to either lay down your arms and stop warring against your rightful government, or to move to South Sudan where you will likely find a more accepting group of people based on your religion. You do not have our support, nor will you likely have it from other sovereign and recognized nations. As is our government's stance, we do not negotiate with rebels.</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/>To: The Democratic Republic of the Congo<br/>From: United Darfur Liberation Front<br/>First off, ""Insurgent Group""? We are simply fighting those who would opress us. Sudan is unfairly treating non-Arabs. They are also employing the Janjaweed against us, who rape and murder our women and children, and burn villages to the ground. Second, why would we move to Christian South Sudan, when most of The Darfur is Muslim!? I understand you may have some misconceptions, as The Sudanese have been feeding lies to you and other nations. However, you are ill-informed, and obviously unfit to rule even a country as weak as The DRC. When Darfur becomes independent, we will support independence movements in The DRC, as we know how it feels to be supressed by corrupt governments.<br/><br/>CONTINENT: Africa<br/>COUNTRY: DRC<br/>CITY: Kinshasa<br/>AREA: Near Government Building<br/>A rogue rebel from The UDLF, upset that The DRC had disrespected the UDLF, blatantly disregarded UDLF orders not to, and stole a chemical weapon from The Sudan. Then, he brought the weapon to the central plaza of Kinshasa. He strapped the weapon to his back, disguised as a backpack, and walked into the government building, put down the backpack, and ran."
2283,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=925,2014-12-21T17:39:00,Iritrian,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Zambian News</span></span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Arakan Barracks Attacked</span></span><br/><br/><span style=""color: #FF0000"">Breaking News</span><br/><br/>Unmarked forces have today attacked a major Zambian military base in Western Zambia, known as the Arakan Barracks. Several unmarked military grade vehicles of 5 mobile vehicles, 2 tanks and over 25'000 soldiers came up to the barracks at 06:00 am on 20th of December prompting an attack on the barracks which ended with the unmarked soldiers securing the base and killing all other soldiers there. The Zambian military has begun and immediate mobilisation to remove this threat and retake the barracks.<br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://previous.presstv.ir/photo/20121104/jammas.hussain20121104234808230.jpg""/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.cdn.turner.com/cnn/2011/WORLD/africa/07/06/us.al.shabaab.aid/t1larg.somalia.jpg""/><br/><br/>A flag was raised at the main flag podium and a banner thrown over the barracks main building, stating ""Iritrium Resistance Fighters""<br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://vignette3.wikia.nocookie.net/micronations/images/f/fa/Iritrium_flag.jpg/revision/latest?cb=20140828230114""/>"
2284,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=925,2014-12-21T17:50:00,Mifan,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22864220#p22864220"">wrote</a>:</cite>Boro Jobateh made way for Ali Mendy, head of the GEATA.<br/><br/>""From our investigation of the bombing, the chemical agent they used seems to be homemade. Wen we searched their former headquarters, we found a lab and multiple ""test subjects"". All of them were deceased when we arrived. As for their supplier, their main supplier is Jhonothan Bell, leader of the WFA. He is also responsible for training the AFP. He is #4 on the Yankee's most wanted list.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Well, if the weapons are homemade, than they can build more. What is our plan for eliminating the AFP?"" The delegates were interested in knowing how this group would be eliminated."
2285,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=925,2014-12-21T17:53:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Mifan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22872720#p22872720"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22864220#p22864220"">wrote</a>:</cite>Boro Jobateh made way for Ali Mendy, head of the GEATA.<br/><br/>""From our investigation of the bombing, the chemical agent they used seems to be homemade. Wen we searched their former headquarters, we found a lab and multiple ""test subjects"". All of them were deceased when we arrived. As for their supplier, their main supplier is Jhonothan Bell, leader of the WFA. He is also responsible for training the AFP. He is #4 on the Yankee's most wanted list.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Well, if the weapons are homemade, than they can build more. What is our plan for eliminating the AFP?"" The delegates were interested in knowing how this group would be eliminated.</div></blockquote><br/>""We could plant an agent on the inside?"" The Delegate from Senegal finally spoke up"
2286,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=925,2014-12-21T17:54:00,The Greater Gambia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Mifan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22872720#p22872720"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22864220#p22864220"">wrote</a>:</cite>Boro Jobateh made way for Ali Mendy, head of the GEATA.<br/><br/>""From our investigation of the bombing, the chemical agent they used seems to be homemade. Wen we searched their former headquarters, we found a lab and multiple ""test subjects"". All of them were deceased when we arrived. As for their supplier, their main supplier is Jhonothan Bell, leader of the WFA. He is also responsible for training the AFP. He is #4 on the Yankee's most wanted list.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Well, if the weapons are homemade, than they can build more. What is our plan for eliminating the AFP ?</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""That is why I have gathered all of you here today. Currently,the GEATA are putting all of their resources into tracking and eliminating them, but it isn't enough. We need your cooperation to bring an end to their terror. I propose we form a joint task force to take them down. We can send GSAS operatives to train your special forces."""
2287,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=950,2014-12-21T18:07:00,Mifan,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22872769#p22872769"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Mifan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22872720#p22872720"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Well, if the weapons are homemade, than they can build more. What is our plan for eliminating the AFP ?</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""That is why I have gathered all of you here today. Currently,the GEATA are putting all of their resources into tracking and eliminating them, but it isn't enough. We need your cooperation to bring an end to their terror. I propose we form a joint task force to take them down. We can send GSAS operatives to train your special forces.""</div></blockquote><br/>""We believe that our special forces are more than capable to handle any situation thrown at us. As shown in the past, Sa'ka Forces have proven their worth to us. Besides, you will need every available man that your special forces have to be ready for any incident that may occur. We are willing to join joint task force to hunt down the AFP. Maybe a joint training between us can occur to show how ready our special forces are in the event one of us are attacked."""
2288,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=950,2014-12-21T18:08:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Mifan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22872911#p22872911"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22872769#p22872769"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""That is why I have gathered all of you here today. Currently,the GEATA are putting all of their resources into tracking and eliminating them, but it isn't enough. We need your cooperation to bring an end to their terror. I propose we form a joint task force to take them down. We can send GSAS operatives to train your special forces.""</div></blockquote><br/>""We believe that our special forces are more than capable to handle any situation thrown at us. As shown in the past, Sa'ka Forces have proven their worth to us. Besides, you will need every available man that your special forces have to be ready for any incident that may occur. We are willing to join joint task force to hunt down the AFP. Maybe a joint training between us can occur to show how ready our special forces are in the event one of us are attacked.""</div></blockquote><br/>""My military is good, but not great. We will need training if we are to do this"""
2289,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=950,2014-12-21T19:27:00,The Greater Gambia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22872920#p22872920"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Mifan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22872911#p22872911"">wrote</a>:</cite>""We believe that our special forces are more than capable to handle any situation thrown at us. As shown in the past, Sa'ka Forces have proven their worth to us. Besides, you will need every available man that your special forces have to be ready for any incident that may occur. We are willing to join joint task force to hunt down the AFP. Maybe a joint training between us can occur to show how ready our special forces are in the event one of us are attacked.""</div></blockquote><br/>""My military is good, but not great. We will need training if we are to do this""</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Banjul, The Gambia</span><br/><br/>""Our troops have been fighting a civil war for the past two months. We can send our best GSAS squad to Senegal to bring your special forces up to speed.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">AFP Camp, Zambia</span><br/><br/>The AFP had still not found where the terrorists were located. Karimo was thinking about giving when news of the Barracks siege had broke.<br/><br/>""Men, we're moving out! Bring the canisters!"" The AFP soldiers loaded their trucks with the mustard gas bombs and put on their gas masks. They were also bringing the AT-14's they had were able to rescue from Janjanbureh. While they were forced to leave behind most of the supplies, the AFP still had some mortars, AT mines, and a few stinger missiles. They were more than prepared to take on the Zambian military. 100 soldiers of the AFP drove towards the barracks, lead by Karimo himself. An hour later they arrived they were two Kilometers out from the barracks. mortars began firing on the Zambian military. The mortar fire caught them off guard, they weren't expecting to deal with that much firepower. When the Zambian tanks showed up, they were set ablaze by the AFP's AT-14's and RPG's. After the tanks were dealt with, 50 AFP soldiers, all of whom fought in the Gambian civil war, rushed out from the treeline. The sight of so many soldiers caused the inexperienced Zambian soldiers to retreat, allowing Karimo to enter the base with no opposition. He approached the barracks with his hands up, but with his troops following close behind with their weapons drawn, just in case the terrorists decided to shoot.<br/><br/>""Do not shoot! I am Karimo Sabamye, leader of the African Freedom Party! I have come to discuss a possible alliance between our two groups!"""
2290,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=950,2014-12-21T19:31:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22873755#p22873755"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22872920#p22872920"">wrote</a>:</cite>""My military is good, but not great. We will need training if we are to do this""</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Banjul, The Gambia</span><br/><br/>""Our troops have been fighting a civil war for the past two months. We can send our best GSAS squad to Senegal to bring your special forces up to speed.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">AFP Camp, Zambia</span><br/><br/>The AFP had still not found where the terrorists were located. Karimo was thinking about giving when news of the Barracks siege had broke.<br/><br/>""Men, we're moving out! Bring the canisters!"" The AFP soldiers loaded their trucks with the mustard gas bombs and put on their gas masks. They were also bringing the AT-14's they had were able to rescue from Janjanbureh. While they were forced to leave behind most of the supplies, the AFP still had some mortars, AT mines, and a few stinger missiles. They were more than prepared to take on the Zambian military. 100 soldiers of the AFP drove towards the barracks, lead by Karimo himself. An hour later they arrived they were two Kilometers out from the barracks. mortars began firing on the Zambian military. The mortar fire caught them off guard, they weren't expecting to deal with that much firepower. When the Zambian tanks showed up, they were set ablaze by the AFP's AT-14's and RPG's. After the tanks were dealt with, 50 AFP soldiers, all of whom fought in the Gambian civil war, rushed out from the treeline. The sight of so many soldiers caused the inexperienced Zambian soldiers to retreat, allowing Karimo to enter the base with no opposition. He approached the barracks with his hands up, but with his troops following close behind with their weapons drawn, just in case the terrorists decided to shoot.<br/><br/>""Do not shoot! I am Karimo Sabamye, leader of the African Freedom Party! I have come to discuss a possible alliance between our two groups!""</div></blockquote><br/>The Senegalese delegate had to stifle a laugh ""What special forces? We are lucky to have a military!"""
2291,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=950,2014-12-21T19:46:00,Kargintina,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Burnie Airport, Northern Tasmania</span><br/>Kaboom! A jet exploded as a mortar shell collided with the engine. Three truckloads of Tasmanian People's army militants arrived armed with AK-74 and M16A1 rifles began storming the airport. They quickly desposed of the airports few guards, and soon the Hammer and Sickle was flying high on the flag pole. ""Death to Australia! Long live Tasmania! Long Live Johnathan Bell!""<br/><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.telegraph.co.uk/multimedia/archive/00645/news-graphics-2007-_645019a.jpg""/><br/>Guerillas just outside the airport<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Central Tasmania</span><br/>A TasRail train quickly came to a stop as many of it's crew began pulling out M1911 pistols and MAC-11 SMGs. The rest of the crew where all either shot or thrown out the train. The armed gunmen then looted the train of all valueables before litting several cars on fire.<br/><br/>A second video went up all across Australia. ""You see Australia, this, ""rapid transport"" that you and many others use to instantly gratify your populace are symbols of Capitalism's dark grip it has on the world. Today, the Tasmanian People's army will free you from this grip and about a better world. ""Death to Australia! Long live Tasmania! Long Live Johnathan Bell!"""
2292,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=950,2014-12-21T20:27:00,Zatak,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""Center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://fc00.deviantart.net/fs70/f/2012/304/d/2/phantom_mask_attempt_by_moniqnieva-d5jioqg.png""/><br/><span style=""color: #000080""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Official statement from the WFA on Australia </span></span><br/><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #FF0000"">Delivered by representative; Mrs. Fear</span></span><br/><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #008000"">Views: 4,100,000</span></span></div><hr/><br/>-<span style=""font-style: italic"">Video opens up to a dark room with only fear holding a lantern and staring into the camera the same mask from the previous video still on her face but this tie with rd stains meant to represent blood the mask covering her face from being seen by anyone watching the video</span>-<br/><br/><br/>Australia is my home.... I grew up in Sydney and the area around it and as such that land will always be home to me which is why i joined Mr. Bell. The Australian government is corrupt and has shown weakness where it is not needed yet they still claim to be are protectors.We as people are not confined to listen to are governments rules when we have the right to take a stand against them and stand we shall.<br/><br/>These new fighters have no contact with us and never have but we would like to show are support for your fight and say that we will give you whatever you need to continue your fight be it money, weapons or men for we follow the same man and as such that make you are brothers in combat and in rights. The waves roar on the shores of the bandit nations and with them we will send are message through the oceans so that all the corners of the world may hear us and follow in are paths.<br/><br/>A star falls from the sky and into your hands. Then it seeps through your veins and swims inside your blood and becomes every part of you. And then you have to put it back into the sky. And it's the most painful thing you'll ever have to do and that you've ever done. But what's yours is yours. Whether it’s up in the sky or here in your hands. And one day, it'll fall from the sky and hit you in the head real hard and that time, you won't have to put it back in the sky again.<br/><br/>In everybody’s life there’s a point of no return. And in a very few cases, a point where you can’t go forward anymore. And when we reach that point, all we can do is quietly accept the fact. That’s how we survive You never knew the last time you were seeing someone. You didn't know when the last argument happened, or the last time you had sex, or the last time you looked into their eyes and thanked God they were in your life.<br/><br/>After they were gone?<br/><br/><br/>-Cut to WFA flag and word in Latin under it calling for a war with Australia and a official deceleration of said war on Australia and her people-</blockquote>"
2293,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=950,2014-12-21T20:40:00,Marsisian,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Madagascar</span><br/><br/>Soon after the initial outbreak in the capital, infected civilians carried the disease all across the country, soon the dead totaled over 3 million people. 4 million more were infected and they tried to flee to locations across the African mainland. South Africa, Nigeria, Mozambique, and Tanzania were the places that had the infection in them, and the death toll was expected to rise in those nations within the week."
2294,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=950,2014-12-21T21:38:00,Mifan,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cairo</span><br/><br/>The Egyptian Government was divided on how to respond to news of Madagascar being infected with an unknown disease. So far, the government has reported that a small fleet will be stationed in the Red Sea in order to stop any refugee from using a ship to escape up north and that borders will be heavily restricted, more than it has ever been in the past. The Acting President has stated that ""..these actions were necessary to ensure the safety of Egypt and its people from this unknown disease.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Red Sea</span><br/><br/>The Egyptian Navy has deployed the new Italian Frigates and some other ships to the Suez to stop ships coming from southern Africa from going through the Canal until it was determined that the ship had no diseases. The fleet consisted of, two Maestrale Class Frigates, four FREMM Class Frigates, and 2 Knox Class Frigates, a total of 8 ships. They had orders two turn all ships coming from southern Africa around and keep them from the Suez.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Banjul</span><br/><br/>One of the guards came up to the Egyptian delegates and whispered something to them. When the guards stepped back, they had a worried look on their face. ""Fellow delegates, it seems that we have another problem at large. The AFP discussion will have to be placed on hold. My guard has just informed me that a new disease is spreading through Madagascar and is already in Southern Africa.""<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">From: Government of Egypt<br/>To: Members of the AU<br/>Encryption: None<br/>Subject: Disease<br/>Members of the African Union, news of a new disease spreading has reached us and we wish to discuss plans to stop it. We know that many members have decided not to show up to the recently called meeting in Banjul, but we ask that you send delegates to this meeting in order to discuss this new disease. If you do not wish to meet in Banjul, we ask that you come to Cairo to discuss this important topic. The meeting will be held in two weeks.</blockquote>"
2295,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=950,2014-12-21T21:43:00,The Greater Gambia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Mifan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22875084#p22875084"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cairo</span><br/><br/>The Egyptian Government was divided on how to respond to news of Madagascar being infected with an unknown disease. So far, the government has reported that a small fleet will be stationed in the Red Sea in order to stop any refugee from using a ship to escape up north and that borders will be heavily restricted, more than it has ever been in the past. The Acting President has stated that ""..these actions were necessary to ensure the safety of Egypt and its people from this unknown disease.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Red Sea</span><br/><br/>The Egyptian Navy has deployed the new Italian Frigates and some other ships to the Suez to stop ships coming from southern Africa from going through the Canal until it was determined that the ship had no diseases. The fleet consisted of, two Maestrale Class Frigates, four FREMM Class Frigates, and 2 Knox Class Frigates, a total of 8 ships. They had orders two turn all ships coming from southern Africa around and keep them from the Suez. <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Banjul</span><br/><br/>One of the guards came up to the Egyptian delegates and whispered something to them. When the guards stepped back, they had a worried look on their face. ""Fellow delegates, it seems that we have another problem at large. The AFP discussion will have to be placed on hold. My guard has just informed me that a new disease is spreading through Madagascar and is already in Southern Africa.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Do we have any details on the disease? How many have been infected?"""
2296,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=950,2014-12-21T21:46:00,Mifan,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22875128#p22875128"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Mifan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22875084#p22875084"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cairo</span><br/><br/>The Egyptian Government was divided on how to respond to news of Madagascar being infected with an unknown disease. So far, the government has reported that a small fleet will be stationed in the Red Sea in order to stop any refugee from using a ship to escape up north and that borders will be heavily restricted, more than it has ever been in the past. The Acting President has stated that ""..these actions were necessary to ensure the safety of Egypt and its people from this unknown disease.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Red Sea</span><br/><br/>The Egyptian Navy has deployed the new Italian Frigates and some other ships to the Suez to stop ships coming from southern Africa from going through the Canal until it was determined that the ship had no diseases. The fleet consisted of, two Maestrale Class Frigates, four FREMM Class Frigates, and 2 Knox Class Frigates, a total of 8 ships. They had orders two turn all ships coming from southern Africa around and keep them from the Suez. <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Banjul</span><br/><br/>One of the guards came up to the Egyptian delegates and whispered something to them. When the guards stepped back, they had a worried look on their face. ""Fellow delegates, it seems that we have another problem at large. The AFP discussion will have to be placed on hold. My guard has just informed me that a new disease is spreading through Madagascar and is already in Southern Africa.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Do we have any details on the disease? How many have been infected?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""From the information from the Government of Madagascar, more than 3 million has died and 4 million has been infected. Nations in Southern Africa has also reported that the disease has entered their lands."""
2297,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=950,2014-12-21T22:02:00,Licata,----
2298,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=950,2014-12-21T22:06:00,The Greater Gambia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Mifan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22875162#p22875162"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22875128#p22875128"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""Do we have any details on the disease? How many have been infected?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""From the information from the Government of Madagascar, more than 3 million has died and 4 million has been infected. Nations in Southern Africa has also reported that the disease has entered their lands.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/><br/>""We'll cooperate with the Senegalese military in keeping the borders secure. We must also make sure that we keep the peace. That is why I'm proposing we slow the amount of information about this disease that gets released. We'll allow information such as symptoms and how to protect from it to go out, but the death toll should be lowered as to not incite panic. Christ 30 million? How did it get that bad?"""
2299,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=950,2014-12-21T22:07:00,Kargintina,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Paterson Barracks, Launceston, Tasmania</span><br/>Nearly a dozen trucks of militants drove up through the streets. Multiple civilians where handed a rifle before joining the men in their trucks. The Australian soldiers in the area began setting up, but several soldiers turned their comrades and began killing their fellow Australian soldiers. F2 81mm Mortars from the 16th Field Battery where ordered to rain down on any forces in the area near the convoy, TPA or AA. In the first few hours of fighting, 160 Australian soldiers and 67 militants where killed.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Hobart, Tasmania</span><br/>Three captured M113 armored personnel carriers and drove alongside three dozen jeeps and trucks of fighters. Mortar and RPG shells began raining down on the city. Five captured ASLAVs rolled up onto the beaches. Three thousand people died within the first few hours of shelling as the Australian military began setting up emplacements all over the south-eastern part of the city. The government of Tasmania officially declared a state of emergency as it was obvious Tasmania was being thrown into a full scale war."
2300,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=950,2014-12-21T22:10:00,Mifan,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22875390#p22875390"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Mifan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22875162#p22875162"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""From the information from the Government of Madagascar, more than 3 million has died and 4 million has been infected. Nations in Southern Africa has also reported that the disease has entered their lands.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/><br/>""We'll cooperate with the Senegalese military in keeping the borders secure. We must also make sure that we keep the peace. That is why I'm proposing we slow the amount of information about this disease that gets released. We'll allow information such as symptoms and how to protect from it to go out, but the death toll should be lowered as to not incite panic. Christ 30 million? How did it get that bad?""</div></blockquote><br/>""Our military has already begun securing the border even more. Our borders were already hard to get into, but this disease just caused it to make our borders almost impossible to enter. If need be, we can send a small military unit into both Gambia and Senegal to secure the borders as well."""
2301,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=950,2014-12-21T22:15:00,Marsisian,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Africa</span><br/><br/>When the disease struck people who already had a debilitating illness or disease such as AIDS, then the victim would mutate into a strange form, with three eyes on each side, a lack of a nose, hair, and ears, extremely sharp teeth, and the skin color being transformed to gray. The victim would continue to be like this until the eventual death approximately two days after."
2302,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=950,2014-12-21T22:26:00,Pimps Inc,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Gambia</span><br/>The city of Lagos had been abandoned by the Cartels and were heading back to being deployed in the Cartel Wars in the Americas.Juarez had called off Operation Crime Eden and halted all further influence attempts in Africa after a chemical attack was staged by unknown group of individuals.He would instead focus on Europe,more specifically Italy.Africa had been named no-mans land by ORCC until further notice and. Juarez had ordered the borders to be shut down to any travelers from any country in Africa,no matter the nationality,if they had been in Africa for even an hour,they would not enter Mexico.<br/><br/>Juarez flew to his already established sleeping assets in Italy and began planning the course of action for Europe.Africa was still too volatile for the Cartels and it would be the last place to be captured.......<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Cartel Wars,South America</span><br/>Panama's government had been bribed and forced to turn a blind eye to the Cartel's use of the Canal for their shipping of merchandise.The War had finally ended and the easy part was over.Now,the battles had begun in South America.....<br/><br/>Current Cartel Yearly Income:408.4 billion"
2303,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=950,2014-12-21T22:27:00,Licata,---
2304,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=950,2014-12-21T22:39:00,The New Sea Territory,snip
2305,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=950,2014-12-21T22:42:00,Licata,-
2306,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=950,2014-12-21T22:53:00,Licata,---
2307,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=950,2014-12-21T23:01:00,Kargintina,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Paterson Barracks, Launceston, Tasmania</span><br/>The TPA slowly approached the Australian emplacements as the death toll began transferred more to the militants. The AA soldiers who had betrayed their comrades tore off their insignias and began fighting alongside the Tasmanian militants. The AA soldiers still loyal to Australia began panicking, some firing blindly down the street, and some began killing their comrades in fear that they could be loyal to the TPA. The TPA began moving into higher areas to fire down in the Australian emplacements, but most waiting and dug in for the night.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Greater Hobart, Tasmania</span><br/>The fighting went deep into the night. In Glenorchy, the situation is like Stalingrad 2.0. Snipers in every roof, soldiers on different sides right above or even a room away from each other, and dead bodies all throughout the streets. In Moonah, the TPA M113s have been set up in defensive position, alongside TPA mortars that rained on the the AA controlled West Moonah. In West Moonah, the AA has set up a FOB and several guns from 16th Field have begun firing into Moonah proper. The area in between the two suburbs is no mans land, with artillery craters and mounted MG killing fields. In Hobart proper, the TPA ASLAVs have begun moving towards the Honart Cenotaph, but one of them was knocked out by an Australian Javelin.<br/><br/>The worst event of all, was in New Town. About fifty TPA opened fire on a crowd of about two hundred people trying to flee the fighting. They went on to pillage the town, murderng and performing other atrocities to people in their homes. Three ditches where dug into witch the bodies of the deceased where thrown. This event would go on go be known as the New Town massacre, where nearly 400 people met their death at the hands of the TPA."
2308,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=950,2014-12-21T23:16:00,Marsisian,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bio Weapons Facility</span><br/><br/>As the staff of the facility looked in horror on the documents from German estimates that three million people had already died in Madagascar, they looked at the stockpile of cure vials in the storage area. However, they received orders not to use them in fear that Germany would be blamed for the attack and suffer the same fate as Italy. Further reports that showed XBD-3 had reached the African mainland increased governmental fears that the virus would soon spread to Europe, Asia, and the Americas.<br/><br/>Largely because of this, massive underground bunker facilities are being constructed for housing the civilian population and military forces should the surface be overrun by the virus. When sufficient vials of the XBD-3 antidote are provided to the OWN Military Research Division, it will be distributed to the affected civilian populations of Africa."
2309,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=950,2014-12-21T23:44:00,Mifan,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cairo</span><br/><br/>Due to the recent actions of Italy, the government has condemned the Italians for using ICBMs against Madagascar and for bombing Libyan ports. All diplomatic relations with Italy and its government were declared a void and null and all Egyptians in Italy were asked to return to Egypt. The Armed Forces were put on high alert and were being prepared for the worse case scenario. Underground tunnels were also being built throughout Egypt in the event that the disease spreads in the nation."
2310,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=950,2014-12-22T01:11:00,Mattijana,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Message to: Germany<br/>Message from: South Korea<br/>Encryption: low<br/><br/>Look what you've done. I told you not to unleash the virus on anybody, that our military were capable of doing the same job without the horrific side effects. Almost all of the North Korean people do not want nuclear weapons or my head on a plate. They just want food, freedom and a proper life. The job you want to do would be more easily achieved by sending a few gunmen to Pyongyang and assassinating the congress. By releasing the virus, starved men, women and children will die horrific deaths whilst you sit on your a**es cackling. Just because you get to sit in a nice comfy chair on the other side of the world, it doesn't mean things are all fine and dandy. We help NK refugees if they escape, if they are carrying the virus, it will spread throughout my country, will cause most of the Asian stock markets to crash and cause the biggest depression you have ever seen, probably bigger than the Wall Street crash of 1929.<br/>I also have to condemn where you tested the virus. Madagascar is a large undeveloped nation in close contact with the African mainland. Had you instead tested the virus on a tiny island in the middle of the South Pacific, I would be slightly less incensed, not that testing it on anyone was ever a good idea.<br/><br/>It doesn't matter anymore though. I do not have a time machine or a crystal ball, neither do you, unless that's your latest product from the ministry of ****. I will not condemn you any longer unless you fail to learn from your mistakes. <br/>""If a child puts their hand into the fire once, it is unfortunate. If they put their hand into the fire again, they are stupid""</blockquote><br/><br/>Satisfied with that message, park sent it to Berlin.<br/><br/>She had also been informed of the latest development inspired by more of her favourite philosophy:<br/>""Give a man a fish and he will eat for a day. Teach a man to fish and he will eat forever.""<br/><br/>The scientists had broken down the E-bomb the Americans had given to them and studied the component parts. By doing this, they had managed to replicate the bomb no less than five times and by testing a smaller version on a retired trawler off the east coasts, determined that it worked."
2311,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=950,2014-12-22T04:27:00,Iritrian,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22873755#p22873755"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22872920#p22872920"">wrote</a>:</cite>""My military is good, but not great. We will need training if we are to do this""</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Banjul, The Gambia</span><br/><br/>""Our troops have been fighting a civil war for the past two months. We can send our best GSAS squad to Senegal to bring your special forces up to speed.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">AFP Camp, Zambia</span><br/><br/>The AFP had still not found where the terrorists were located. Karimo was thinking about giving when news of the Barracks siege had broke.<br/><br/>""Men, we're moving out! Bring the canisters!"" The AFP soldiers loaded their trucks with the mustard gas bombs and put on their gas masks. They were also bringing the AT-14's they had were able to rescue from Janjanbureh. While they were forced to leave behind most of the supplies, the AFP still had some mortars, AT mines, and a few stinger missiles. They were more than prepared to take on the Zambian military. 100 soldiers of the AFP drove towards the barracks, lead by Karimo himself. An hour later they arrived they were two Kilometers out from the barracks. mortars began firing on the Zambian military. The mortar fire caught them off guard, they weren't expecting to deal with that much firepower. When the Zambian tanks showed up, they were set ablaze by the AFP's AT-14's and RPG's. After the tanks were dealt with, 50 AFP soldiers, all of whom fought in the Gambian civil war, rushed out from the treeline. The sight of so many soldiers caused the inexperienced Zambian soldiers to retreat, allowing Karimo to enter the base with no opposition. He approached the barracks with his hands up, but with his troops following close behind with their weapons drawn, just in case the terrorists decided to shoot.<br/><br/>""Do not shoot! I am Karimo Sabamye, leader of the African Freedom Party! I have come to discuss a possible alliance between our two groups!""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>A man stepped forward from the barracks main building, stern and prestigious he walked. Carrying a dark military uniform with the IRF flag embedded onto the right arm and the IRF tag labeled to the left arm. With a M14 assault rifle strapped to his back because of his long brown leather belt wrapped around his torso. He approached the gate where Karimo stood, stopping directly in front of the gate, standing thoughtfully has he gazed at the man in front of him.<br/><br/>""I am Jeff McDee, one of the IRF's main military generals. We are interested in this treaty, but for this to be discussed you must meet with our leader. But only you may come along, and must leave all your weapons with your soldiers during the meeting."""
2312,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=975,2014-12-22T05:31:00,Zatak,"<div align=""Center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.11points.com/images/badassflags/moscow.jpg""/><br/><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Sometime in 2016<br/>AFP Camp, Zambia<br/>11:40 AM</span></span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">The Republic of Zambia is a landlocked country in Southern Africa, neighbouring the Democratic Republic of the Congo to the north, Tanzania to the north-east, Malawi to the east, Mozambique, Zimbabwe, Botswana and Namibia to the south, and Angola to the west. The capital city is Lusaka, in the south-central part of Zambia. The population is concentrated mainly around Lusaka in the south and the Copperbelt Province to the northwest.<br/><br/>Originally inhabited by Khoisan peoples, the region was colonised during the Bantu expansion of the thirteenth century. After visits by European explorers in the eighteenth century, Zambia became the British protectorate of Northern Rhodesia towards the end of the nineteenth century. For most of the colonial period, Zambia was governed by an administration appointed from London with the advice of the British South Africa Company.<br/><br/>On 24 October 1964, Zambia became independent of the United Kingdom and then-prime minister Kenneth Kaunda became the inaugural president. Kaunda's socialist United National Independence Party (UNIP) maintained power from 1964 until 1991. From 1972 to 1991 Zambia was a single-party state with the UNIP as the sole legal political party under the motto 'One Zambia, One Nation'. Kaunda was succeeded by Frederick Chiluba of the social-democratic Movement for Multi-Party Democracy in 1991, beginning a period of social-economic growth and government decentralisation. Levy Mwanawasa, Chiluba's chosen successor, presided over Zambia from January 2002 until his death in August 2008, and is credited with campaigns to reduce corruption and increase the standard of living. After Mwanawasa's death, Rupiah Banda presided as Acting President before being elected President in 2008. Holding office for only three years, Banda stepped down after his defeat in the 2011 elections by Patriotic Front party leader Michael Chilufya Sata.<br/><br/>The state is seen as a enemy to the WFA and as such they are to be dealt with which is why it is time we establish are presence in the nation and officially in Africa as a whole.... </span><br/><br/><br/>The two trucks drove down the road following the small car in front of them to they're location of meeting with the future of the WFA Africa division each Truck sat with 18 men and the car in front of them with they're commander all of them hoisted the WFA flag. The men were all members of the 18th East European Legion noticeable by they're shoulder patch of a Burning cross and underneath it the fists of a crowd each one had been sent to protect the commander and show these new groups how they should look an be armed. The men all wore the same<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.ria.ru/images/17838/82/178388296.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Uniform</a>as any WFA member with the exception that they were black instead of dark green yet for ""Terrorists"" the men were well armed with combat gear such as combat helmet and Bullet proof gear but this came at a large cost that they guessed this new group did not have.<br/><br/>The trucks drove down the road and eventually up to the camp hoping that the flag they flew would show that they are friends and not a hostile force sent to kill them or they would not unless attacked. A main component to the men were the trucks they were in which seemed like actual military grade vehicles meant to protect the men from any sort of small arms fire to a extent of course they 'Borrowed"" the vehicles from the Zambian army who were not very keen on cooperating with the men entering the country from the Congo. The men coming had been seen as some of the best because of they're impressive service record and combat history in the UK, Gambia, Syria, China and Columbia that got them the titles as angels of pergitory which was a title they seemed to enjoy.<br/><br/>The vehicle sped up as they drove into the camp without even stopping knowing that a few guns were most likely pointing at the vehicles but after they reached the main HQ the vehicles stopped and the men stepped out quickly mot covering they're faces with clothes so that only the white of the men's eyes showed to the young group. The first glance would make them seem as soldiers but after a few seconds it was easy to tell they were something different but could still be hostile.<br/><br/>The men were armed with a variety of weaponry all of which looked modern with the most common being the HK416 with others carrying modern AK-47 or AK-103 as they're main assault rifle but other then that each man had the same side arm of a sig sauer p226 along with clips but a few men carried different gear such as four men who carried a unknown light machine gun, 2 men that had Igla MANPADS systems and 4 more men who carried RPG-30's on they're backs mostly just to show off to the men here.<br/><br/>A main factor to these men was that they also carried tactical gear such as radios and even grenades ranging from fragmental to smoke versions and who knows what else in the backpacks they had on. The men secured themselves around the vehicles before yelling out that they were friendly forces all of them aiming at the AFP men in self defense as they're commander stepped out of the car he was in to reveal himself as his en and the AFP men began a yelling contest against each other but soon stopped as he revealed himself.....<br/><br/>The man was code name Agony but his real name is Alexander Limintov a Russian national and former Spetsnaz and current commander of the Eastern European forces of the WFA and considered the right hand to Jonathon himself and as such a high value target. Alexander was born in Moscow to a middle class family some time between 1980 and 1982 where he spent most of his life which was normal until age 21 when he joined the Russian armed forces participating in the Chechen wars and the war in Dagestan before joining the Russian special forces where he served till 2014 when he left to fight against corruption with the WFA and against the Russian Government which he saw as corrupt and evil for the Invasion of Ukraine and other operations although said operations and his roles in the WFA are unknown.<br/><br/>The man stepped out of the car wearing the same uniform as his men with the exception of a added hood and the now famous ""Jonathon' mask that the commanders wore to show they're authority with him he carried the same Sig Sauer as his men who were now silent yet still pointing they're guns waiting for someone of the AFP to come and meet them...."
2313,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=975,2014-12-22T05:36:00,Elepis,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Operation Osman</span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Osman</span>has begun. After the signing of the agreement, the Iraqi military, Peshmerga and Turkish military have begun Operation<span style=""font-style: italic"">Osman</span>.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Osman</span>will be divided in to the following parts.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Masda</span>: Heavy aerial bombardment of IS position by Turkish Air Force<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Mithras</span>: Joint operation by Peshmerga & Maroon Berets to cut the supply line from Syria to Northern Iraq & Mosul<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Zoroaster</span>: Joint operation by Iraqi army & Turkish regulars to take Tikirt<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Asha</span>: Joint Operation by Peshmerga, Iraqi Army and Turkish forces to take Mosul<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Avesta</span>: Operation by all forces to mop up the remaining IS position in the west of Iraq<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Masda</span><br/><br/>Operation<span style=""font-style: italic"">Masda</span>has begun. It began at midnight when Turkish drones (which the IS fighter ignored after 3 weeks if constant drone flight) suddenly began launching attacks on the main road south of Sinjar along which supplies from Syria reach Mosul and vise Versa. The drones strikes were soon joined by F-16 strikes and A-10 strikes across Iraq. A series attack by 4 A-10's and 10 F-16s is credited with the sealing off if Fallujah which Iraqi forces had been trying in vain to do for days. A column of T-55 tanks on its way to the IS front lines in Kurdistan was also destroyed by F-16 & A-10 strikes.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Masda</span>has also seen the combat debut of the TB-16 medium bomber when 2 flew over IS position in Eastern Iraq under assault by Peshmerga forces. The two planes dropped around 10,000 grenades on IS positions, killing almost half of the defenders and enabling the Peshmerga forces to take the base.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Masda</span>will continue in its full fury until the Sinjar road is cut and Tikrit taken. After that it will continue, but scaled down.<br/><br/>TB-16 dropping grenades on IS positions<br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.strangecosmos.com/images/content/187748.gif""/>"
2314,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=975,2014-12-22T12:27:00,Of The Rnclave,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">OVER THE SOUTH CHINESE CAPITAL</span></span><br/><br/>In the dark of night, the men clicked buttons, flipping switches and messing with targeting. The entire US air fleet in Asia was being sent on a decapitation strike. A series of air strikes to destroy South Chinese political and military leading ability . The targets were the capital, the economic centers and major military bases, hopefully these strikes would take down the Chinese and allow for the USA to continue its strikes into their territory. The men in the cockpit flipped the switch, the MOAB within dropping out and falling at an able that it would detonate in the western side of the capital building.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">BEHIND CHINESE LINES</span></span><br/><br/>The Marines reloaded their rifles, leaning over their cover to fire another volley at the Chinese soldiers. The mortar man launched another shell, beginning to reload heifer catching a shell to the throat.<br/><br/>"" Sir! We have to move around an flank them on the right, we're trapped back here!"" A sergeant screamed, the Commander nodding, a group of 30 man joined up, moving around the edges of the trees, before the Javelin man released his shell, a Tank several hundred meters away alighting with flame as the men pushed forward, moving from cover to cover."
2315,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=975,2014-12-22T12:34:00,Elepis,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To USA<br/><br/>Dearest allies as you know, the Republic is surrounded by threats and we have been acting to make our military stronger. You will have heard on the news that the Turkish Air Force has begun large scale bombing of IS targets. All this is to increase security, to this end I ask to purchases the following items.<br/><br/>10 F-16V modernized fighters<br/>70 Cougar MRAPs <br/><br/>I ask for these at a cut price, the main Turkish Oil producer has recently acquired 20% of Iraq's oil fields. This has increased our oil production enormously and we offer you a cut price on oil. This, as well as being one of your closets allies and a secular, western democracy in a troubled region. <br/><br/>President Kemal Kılıçdaroğlu</blockquote>"
2316,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=975,2014-12-22T12:42:00,The Greater Gambia,"<blockquote><div><cite>ZATAK <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22877948#p22877948"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""Center"">(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://www.11points.com/images/badassflags/moscow.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Sometime in 2016<br/>AFP Camp, Zambia<br/>11:40 AM</span></span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">The Republic of Zambia is a landlocked country in Southern Africa, neighbouring the Democratic Republic of the Congo to the north, Tanzania to the north-east, Malawi to the east, Mozambique, Zimbabwe, Botswana and Namibia to the south, and Angola to the west. The capital city is Lusaka, in the south-central part of Zambia. The population is concentrated mainly around Lusaka in the south and the Copperbelt Province to the northwest.<br/><br/>Originally inhabited by Khoisan peoples, the region was colonised during the Bantu expansion of the thirteenth century. After visits by European explorers in the eighteenth century, Zambia became the British protectorate of Northern Rhodesia towards the end of the nineteenth century. For most of the colonial period, Zambia was governed by an administration appointed from London with the advice of the British South Africa Company.<br/><br/>On 24 October 1964, Zambia became independent of the United Kingdom and then-prime minister Kenneth Kaunda became the inaugural president. Kaunda's socialist United National Independence Party (UNIP) maintained power from 1964 until 1991. From 1972 to 1991 Zambia was a single-party state with the UNIP as the sole legal political party under the motto 'One Zambia, One Nation'. Kaunda was succeeded by Frederick Chiluba of the social-democratic Movement for Multi-Party Democracy in 1991, beginning a period of social-economic growth and government decentralisation. Levy Mwanawasa, Chiluba's chosen successor, presided over Zambia from January 2002 until his death in August 2008, and is credited with campaigns to reduce corruption and increase the standard of living. After Mwanawasa's death, Rupiah Banda presided as Acting President before being elected President in 2008. Holding office for only three years, Banda stepped down after his defeat in the 2011 elections by Patriotic Front party leader Michael Chilufya Sata.<br/><br/>The state is seen as a enemy to the WFA and as such they are to be dealt with which is why it is time we establish are presence in the nation and officially in Africa as a whole.... </span><br/><br/><br/>The two trucks drove down the road following the small car in front of them to they're location of meeting with the future of the WFA Africa division each Truck sat with 18 men and the car in front of them with they're commander all of them hoisted the WFA flag. The men were all members of the 18th East European Legion noticeable by they're shoulder patch of a Burning cross and underneath it the fists of a crowd each one had been sent to protect the commander and show these new groups how they should look an be armed. The men all wore the same <a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.ria.ru/images/17838/82/178388296.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Uniform</a> as any WFA member with the exception that they were black instead of dark green yet for ""Terrorists"" the men were well armed with combat gear such as combat helmet and Bullet proof gear but this came at a large cost that they guessed this new group did not have.<br/><br/>The trucks drove down the road and eventually up to the camp hoping that the flag they flew would show that they are friends and not a hostile force sent to kill them or they would not unless attacked. A main component to the men were the trucks they were in which seemed like actual military grade vehicles meant to protect the men from any sort of small arms fire to a extent of course they 'Borrowed"" the vehicles from the Zambian army who were not very keen on cooperating with the men entering the country from the Congo. The men coming had been seen as some of the best because of they're impressive service record and combat history in the UK, Gambia, Syria, China and Columbia that got them the titles as angels of pergitory which was a title they seemed to enjoy.<br/><br/>The vehicle sped up as they drove into the camp without even stopping knowing that a few guns were most likely pointing at the vehicles but after they reached the main HQ the vehicles stopped and the men stepped out quickly mot covering they're faces with clothes so that only the white of the men's eyes showed to the young group. The first glance would make them seem as soldiers but after a few seconds it was easy to tell they were something different but could still be hostile.<br/><br/>The men were armed with a variety of weaponry all of which looked modern with the most common being the HK416 with others carrying modern AK-47 or AK-103 as they're main assault rifle but other then that each man had the same side arm of a sig sauer p226 along with clips but a few men carried different gear such as four men who carried a unknown light machine gun, 2 men that had Igla MANPADS systems and 4 more men who carried RPG-30's on they're backs mostly just to show off to the men here.<br/><br/>A main factor to these men was that they also carried tactical gear such as radios and even grenades ranging from fragmental to smoke versions and who knows what else in the backpacks they had on. The men secured themselves around the vehicles before yelling out that they were friendly forces all of them aiming at the AFP men in self defense as they're commander stepped out of the car he was in to reveal himself as his en and the AFP men began a yelling contest against each other but soon stopped as he revealed himself.....<br/><br/>The man was code name Agony but his real name is Alexander Limintov a Russian national and former Spetsnaz and current commander of the Eastern European forces of the WFA and considered the right hand to Jonathon himself and as such a high value target. Alexander was born in Moscow to a middle class family some time between 1980 and 1982 where he spent most of his life which was normal until age 21 when he joined the Russian armed forces participating in the Chechen wars and the war in Dagestan before joining the Russian special forces where he served till 2014 when he left to fight against corruption with the WFA and against the Russian Government which he saw as corrupt and evil for the Invasion of Ukraine and other operations although said operations and his roles in the WFA are unknown.<br/><br/>The man stepped out of the car wearing the same uniform as his men with the exception of a added hood and the now famous ""Jonathon' mask that the commanders wore to show they're authority with him he carried the same Sig Sauer as his men who were now silent yet still pointing they're guns waiting for someone of the AFP to come and meet them....</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>An AFP soldier walked out to greet the WFA soldiers. ""If you're here to talk to Karimo, then you'll have to wait till he gets back, he's currently at the besieged barracks."""
2317,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=975,2014-12-22T12:52:00,Zatak,"""I thank you for that info but i will let myself in though i have a bad feelig my men may kill all these men here if i leave..... That does not matter at the moment as long as they see they're African brothers the will not dare open fire but they're is extra supplies in the back of the second truck if you men need it... help yourself...."", Alexander said as he walked to the barracks which he would soon enter unannounced because he just could i guess....<br/><br/>The men of the WFA were very open to they're African brothers when they came even offering them food and such as a show of friendship but of course they did not let they're guard down even a bit all of them still held they're guns in a ready position almost knowing of they're mission here which was of course to support the cause. The men looked at the others in a bit of awkwardness as they compared the gear they all wearied knowing that they seemed better armed to them with they're Military like Uniform and gear which they offered to share with the former loyalist members that they trained and with some lived with.<br/><br/>Alexander walked to the barracks as he examined the condition of the men noting that they did not have many heavy weapons or even medium weapons for that matter which disappointed him as he was expecting more. The man walked up to the barracks before adjusting his mask so that it was tightly on before entering the building...."
2318,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=975,2014-12-22T13:05:00,Kargintina,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Canberra, Australia</span><br/>""With the arrival of WFA militants in Tasmania, we have officially declared a state of emergency in Tasmania, and all flights out or in to Tasmania will be cancelled. We will begin to prepare our forces to invade Tasmania. The WFA calls our government corrupt and unjust, but we will show them the error of their ways. With this so called ""war on Australia"" we will be mobilizing and hopefully be fully mobilized by the end of the week. The WFA will be defeated.""<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Paterson Barracks, Launceston, Tasmania</span><br/>At sunrise, mortar shells began to fall on the fort, and TPA forces moved up multiple buildings. The AA emplacements where soon overrun and the AA fell back into the main part of the base and began their final stand. AA artillery guns fired on nearly every around the base, TPA, AA or civilian.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Greater Hobart, Tasmania</span><br/>TPA forces charged across the no man's land between Moonah and West Moonah. AA machine guns began gunning down the charging militants, but their was simply no stopping them. Mortars destroyed some of the MGs and soon they where overrun. The TPA M113s also came charging across, gunning down AA soldiers. In Hobart proper, the Australian Army has the largest presence, and the TPA has begun falling back to Glenorchy.<br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.army.gov.au/~/media/Images/Who%20we%20are/20120529adf8246638_421_719x357px.jpg?h=357&amp;w=719""/><br/>Australian soldiers on Mount Wellington, Hobart, Tasmania"
2319,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=975,2014-12-23T05:37:00,Elepis,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To Germany<br/><br/>Good day ally. Turkey is surrounded by dangerous and volatile allies, that is why I ask to purchase one warships from you. The German navy is strong and modern and we wish to modernize ourselves further. We would like to buy<br/><br/>1. Brandenburg-class frigate<br/><br/>The Brandenburg will enable the Turkish navy to operate in a more modern and efficient manner. <br/><br/>Yours sincerely,<br/>President of the Republic of Turkey Kemal Kılıçdaroğlu</blockquote>"
2320,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=975,2014-12-23T08:42:00,The Greater Gambia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Iritrian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22877645#p22877645"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22873755#p22873755"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Banjul, The Gambia</span><br/><br/>""Our troops have been fighting a civil war for the past two months. We can send our best GSAS squad to Senegal to bring your special forces up to speed.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">AFP Camp, Zambia</span><br/><br/>The AFP had still not found where the terrorists were located. Karimo was thinking about giving when news of the Barracks siege had broke.<br/><br/>""Men, we're moving out! Bring the canisters!"" The AFP soldiers loaded their trucks with the mustard gas bombs and put on their gas masks. They were also bringing the AT-14's they had were able to rescue from Janjanbureh. While they were forced to leave behind most of the supplies, the AFP still had some mortars, AT mines, and a few stinger missiles. They were more than prepared to take on the Zambian military. 100 soldiers of the AFP drove towards the barracks, lead by Karimo himself. An hour later they arrived they were two Kilometers out from the barracks. mortars began firing on the Zambian military. The mortar fire caught them off guard, they weren't expecting to deal with that much firepower. When the Zambian tanks showed up, they were set ablaze by the AFP's AT-14's and RPG's. After the tanks were dealt with, 50 AFP soldiers, all of whom fought in the Gambian civil war, rushed out from the treeline. The sight of so many soldiers caused the inexperienced Zambian soldiers to retreat, allowing Karimo to enter the base with no opposition. He approached the barracks with his hands up, but with his troops following close behind with their weapons drawn, just in case the terrorists decided to shoot.<br/><br/>""Do not shoot! I am Karimo Sabamye, leader of the African Freedom Party! I have come to discuss a possible alliance between our two groups!""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>A man stepped forward from the barracks main building, stern and prestigious he walked. Carrying a dark military uniform with the IRF flag embedded onto the right arm and the IRF tag labeled to the left arm. With a M14 assault rifle strapped to his back because of his long brown leather belt wrapped around his torso. He approached the gate where Karimo stood, stopping directly in front of the gate, standing thoughtfully has he gazed at the man in front of him.<br/><br/>""I am Jeff McDee, one of the IRF's main military generals. We are interested in this treaty, but for this to be discussed you must meet with our leader. But only you may come along, and must leave all your weapons with your soldiers during the meeting.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Zambia</span><br/><br/>Karimo did as the man said. He handed over his weapons to his men and followed the man into the barracks.<br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lagos, Nigeria</span><br/><br/>With the chemical weapons supplied by the Gambians, Sarima and the Nigerian Mafia were able to deliver the blow that sent Cartels running back to South America with their tails between their legs. Because of the Cartel's purge of the other criminal elements in the city, their absence left the Nigerian Mafia as the major criminal organisation. Their influence soon spread throughout the country, only reaching a standstill when the mafia began to push into areas controlled by Boko Haram, a obstacle that,while troubling for the Nigerians, would be child's play for the Gambians. Hundreds of millions of dollars were now flowing into the pockets of the Nigerian Mafia and with that, into the pockets of the AFP."
2321,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=975,2014-12-23T10:44:00,Protector Galactics,"<span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><table border=""1"" cellpadding=""0"" cellspacing=""0"" width=""85%"">The American advance:</table></span><br/>The retreating Chinese forces began to lure the American forces to a finished part on top of the hidden tunnels. Once they were in the trap, the Chinese forces came out of the tunnels flanking at the American forces from all directions. They began firing at the Americans in what seemed like an endless machine guns fire. The Chinese also changed tactics. When they injured a soldier, they let them call for a medic. Then they injure the medic causing them to call for back up then they injure the back up forces causing a machine gun fire killing a whole squad. The South Chinese troops learned the new tactic and sucked it in like a sponge."
2322,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=975,2014-12-23T12:51:00,The North German Commonwealth,"BORDER BETWEEN THE ALBANIA-KOSOVO FEDERATION AND SERBIA:<br/>Today, 2 months after the start of the wall, it is 1/4 of the way done. Out of it's planned total height of 40 feet, 10 feet of the wall is finished. Already, this wall is fully able to withstand most of what The Serbs throw at it. Soon, The Federation would be fully prepared to repel a Serbian invasion.<br/><br/>OFFICIAL TRANSMISSION OF THE FEDERATION OF ALBANIA AND KOSOVO:<br/>To: The Federal Republic of Germany<br/>From: The Federation of Albania and Kosovo<br/>My fellow European and NATO ally, as you have recently released a deadly disease on Madagascar, we are hesitant to ask this. However, The Federation has a plan to incapacitate Serbia's army in the event of war with Serbia. However, this would involve using a disease against Serbia. The Federation would like to obtain some of this disease, and try to change it so that it could only be spread through eating infected food/drinking infected water. As well, we would like to extend a hand in friendship to Germany, and establish good relations.<br/>END TRANSMISSION"
2323,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=975,2014-12-23T13:01:00,Mangjukoia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Mattijana <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22867974#p22867974"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Message to: Japan<br/>Message from: South Korea<br/>Encryption: High<br/><br/>Greetings Kobo<br/><br/>Thank you for your offer, military assistance would be very helpful both at home and to defeat the horrors that the Chinese have brought upon Tibet. We wish to invade North Korea as Germany wish to lower themselves to the levels that China have stooped to by releasing a deadly virus. If we invade, the Germans will not carelessly threaten the health if the whole of Asia, including both our nations.<br/><br/>We may use your troops to invade the North alongside some of our squads as (no disrespect) we trust our own troops to show more guts in defending South Korea.<br/><br/>Many thanks for your cooperation,<br/><br/>Park Geuy-Hye</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/>Kobo was thinking of how much he could help South Korea, to ease tensions with their population while having a large standing military. While signing some papers, he thought of the state that the JSDF was in. Refitting them to meet the standards of the neighboring nations would be expensive, yet it was necessary to do so. He would have to wait on it, possibly trying to do something about their military budget.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Message to: South Korea<br/>Message from: Japan<br/>Encryption: High<br/><br/>If we were to be heavily involved, the most of our offensive capability would rely on our 1st Airborne Brigade and Special Forces Group. The rest of the support could be provided in the form of transportation and resources.<br/><br/>Prime Minister Kobo Fukunaga</blockquote>"
2324,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=975,2014-12-23T13:03:00,Mattijana,"<span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">Korean DMZ</span><br/><br/>A South Korean bomber flew over past the DMZ concealed from view by altitude and dense cloud cover before consulting the navigation system next to him. The E-bomb would be dropped as soon as South Korean troops gathered by the border would be outside the 40km radius of the bomb's interference area. As soon as this was the case, the bomb was dropped detonating on landing and destroying the circuits of all aircraft, tanks and armoured vehicles in the area. 1.5 million troops entered North Korea. With complete air superiority, SK fighters flew in and strafed and bombed NK infantry units that were on their way to engage with the invading SK infantry and tanks. The North Koreans suffered huge casualties as they could not respond to the aircraft bombing them. Most were pinned down inside their own territory. Those that made it as far as the North side of the DMZ were vastly outnumbered and outgunned. They were slaughtered by both infantry and tanks.<br/>North Koreans were forced to retreat as far as the inland city of Sariwon where reinforcements were able to slow the SK advance.<br/><br/>Round one to the south."
2325,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=975,2014-12-23T13:24:00,Iritrian,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22891479#p22891479"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Iritrian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22877645#p22877645"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>A man stepped forward from the barracks main building, stern and prestigious he walked. Carrying a dark military uniform with the IRF flag embedded onto the right arm and the IRF tag labeled to the left arm. With a M14 assault rifle strapped to his back because of his long brown leather belt wrapped around his torso. He approached the gate where Karimo stood, stopping directly in front of the gate, standing thoughtfully has he gazed at the man in front of him.<br/><br/>""I am Jeff McDee, one of the IRF's main military generals. We are interested in this treaty, but for this to be discussed you must meet with our leader. But only you may come along, and must leave all your weapons with your soldiers during the meeting.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Zambia</span><br/><br/>Karimo did as the man said. He handed over his weapons to his men and followed the man into the barracks.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The two men walk inside the barracks, inside consist of several hallways and many rooms filled with interesting, unique military equipment and vehicles. The men walk into a room at the end of the hallway, with a sign saying 'Briefing Room'<br/>""The boss is through here""<br/><br/>The men walk through the doors into a room, there is a large table and 21 chairs surrounding it at the centre of the room, the walls are painted with military equipment, maps and an IRF flag posted on the wall. A room to the right behind the main chair of the table which the men walk towards.<br/><br/>Jeff knocks on the door, ""Sir, I have a man here wanting to meet you. Something about a military alliance.""<br/><br/>A deep, thoughtful voice speaks from behind the door, ""Who is he? Where does he come from exactly?""<br/><br/>Jeff looks to the other man, hinting to speak up."
2326,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=975,2014-12-23T13:35:00,The Greater Gambia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Iritrian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22893932#p22893932"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22891479#p22891479"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Zambia</span><br/><br/>Karimo did as the man said. He handed over his weapons to his men and followed the man into the barracks.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The two men walk inside the barracks, inside consist of several hallways and many rooms filled with interesting, unique military equipment and vehicles. The men walk into a room at the end of the hallway, with a sign saying 'Briefing Room' <br/>""The boss is through here"" <br/><br/>The men walk through the doors into a room, there is a large table and 21 chairs surrounding it at the centre of the room, the walls are painted with military equipment, maps and an IRF flag posted on the wall. A room to the right behind the main chair of the table which the men walk towards.<br/><br/>Jeff knocks on the door, ""Sir, I have a man here wanting to meet you. Something about a military alliance.""<br/><br/>A deep, thoughtful voice speaks from behind the door, ""Who is he? Where does he come from exactly?""<br/><br/>Jeff looks to the other man, hinting to speak up.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>Karimo cleared his throat.""I am Karimo Sabamye, leader of the African Freedom Party. Perhaps you've heard of my organisation?""<br/><br/>Karimo patiently waited for a response."
2327,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=975,2014-12-23T15:57:00,Iritrian,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22894022#p22894022"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Iritrian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22893932#p22893932"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>The two men walk inside the barracks, inside consist of several hallways and many rooms filled with interesting, unique military equipment and vehicles. The men walk into a room at the end of the hallway, with a sign saying 'Briefing Room' <br/>""The boss is through here"" <br/><br/>The men walk through the doors into a room, there is a large table and 21 chairs surrounding it at the centre of the room, the walls are painted with military equipment, maps and an IRF flag posted on the wall. A room to the right behind the main chair of the table which the men walk towards.<br/><br/>Jeff knocks on the door, ""Sir, I have a man here wanting to meet you. Something about a military alliance.""<br/><br/>A deep, thoughtful voice speaks from behind the door, ""Who is he? Where does he come from exactly?""<br/><br/>Jeff looks to the other man, hinting to speak up.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>Karimo cleared his throat.""I am Karimo Sabamye, leader of the African Freedom Party. Perhaps you've heard of my organisation?""<br/><br/>Karimo patiently waited for a response.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The voice from the door replied ""Sadly not, we are not exactly focused on international situations, since we are in a war zone. Jeff let this man through!""<br/><br/>Jeff opened the door and gestured for Karimo to walk through. Inside the room stood a large wooden desk with a computer on top, 2 chairs sat in front of the desk while bookcases and pictures decorated the walls.<br/><br/>""So, you want an 'alliance' of sorts with our group huh? What are your proposals exactly?"" The voice eagerly stated. He waited for Karimo to reply"
2328,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=975,2014-12-24T10:01:00,The Greater Gambia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Iritrian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22895569#p22895569"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22894022#p22894022"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Karimo cleared his throat.""I am Karimo Sabamye, leader of the African Freedom Party. Perhaps you've heard of my organisation?""<br/><br/>Karimo patiently waited for a response.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The voice from the door replied ""Sadly not, we are not exactly focused on international situations, since we are in a war zone. Jeff let this man through!""<br/><br/>Jeff opened the door and gestured for Karimo to walk through. Inside the room stood a large wooden desk with a computer on top, 2 chairs sat in front of the desk while bookcases and pictures decorated the walls. <br/><br/>""So, you want an 'alliance' of sorts with our group huh? What are your proposals exactly?"" The voice eagerly stated. He waited for Karimo to reply</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Karimo sat down in the chair across from the man. ""You are a hard man to track down, but when you decide to show yourself, you make yourself known. First off, let me explain my organization. The African Freedom Party is a group dedicated to removing The foriegn puppet governments in Africa. We have come down south to your neck of the woods because you are fighting the last white president in Africa, a relic of a bygone age. Here is what we're proposing, we will supply you with weapons, supplies, and funding. Am I correct to presume that you have heard of the Banjul Market Bombing a month ago?"""
2329,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=975,2014-12-24T12:23:00,Marsisian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Elepis <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22890439#p22890439"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To Germany<br/><br/>Good day ally. Turkey is surrounded by dangerous and volatile allies, that is why I ask to purchase one warships from you. The German navy is strong and modern and we wish to modernize ourselves further. We would like to buy<br/><br/>1. Brandenburg-class frigate<br/><br/>The Brandenburg will enable the Turkish navy to operate in a more modern and efficient manner. <br/><br/>Yours sincerely,<br/>President of the Republic of Turkey Kemal Kılıçdaroğlu</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To Turkey<br/><br/>Greetings,<br/><br/>We agree to this decision and will sell you one of our many Brandenburg-class frigates. The price for the frigate will be 260 million USD.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Prime Minister Angela Merkel</span></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To Albania<br/><br/>Greetings,<br/><br/>I do not know what you are talking about us infecting Madagascar with a disease, but we do have a biological weapons program and could share some vials with you, provided you don't use it on highly populated areas. The cost for the vials will be 100 million USD.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Prime Minister Angela Merkel</span></blockquote>"
2330,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=975,2014-12-24T12:26:00,Elepis,"<blockquote><div><cite>Marsisian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22904264#p22904264"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Elepis <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22890439#p22890439"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To Germany<br/><br/>Good day ally. Turkey is surrounded by dangerous and volatile allies, that is why I ask to purchase one warships from you. The German navy is strong and modern and we wish to modernize ourselves further. We would like to buy<br/><br/>1. Brandenburg-class frigate<br/><br/>The Brandenburg will enable the Turkish navy to operate in a more modern and efficient manner. <br/><br/>Yours sincerely,<br/>President of the Republic of Turkey Kemal Kılıçdaroğlu</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To Turkey<br/><br/>Greetings,<br/><br/>We agree to this decision and will sell you one of our many Brandenburg-class frigates. The price for the frigate will be 260 million USD.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Prime Minister Angela Merkel</span></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To Albania<br/><br/>Greetings,<br/><br/>I do not know what you are talking about us infecting Madagascar with a disease, but we do have a biological weapons program and could share some vials with you, provided you don't use it on highly populated areas. The cost for the vials will be 100 million USD.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Prime Minister Angela Merkel</span></blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To Germany<br/><br/>Good day,<br/>Thank you for the frigate, the money will be wired to your treasury immediately. When will the frigate arrive? <br/><br/>Yours sincerely,<br/>President of the Republic of Turkey Kemal Kılıçdaroğlu</blockquote>"
2331,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=975,2014-12-25T17:04:00,Iritrian,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22902796#p22902796"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Iritrian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22895569#p22895569"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>The voice from the door replied ""Sadly not, we are not exactly focused on international situations, since we are in a war zone. Jeff let this man through!""<br/><br/>Jeff opened the door and gestured for Karimo to walk through. Inside the room stood a large wooden desk with a computer on top, 2 chairs sat in front of the desk while bookcases and pictures decorated the walls. <br/><br/>""So, you want an 'alliance' of sorts with our group huh? What are your proposals exactly?"" The voice eagerly stated. He waited for Karimo to reply</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Karimo sat down in the chair across from the man. ""You are a hard man to track down, but when you decide to show yourself, you make yourself known. First off, let me explain my organization. The African Freedom Party is a group dedicated to removing The foriegn puppet governments in Africa. We have come down south to your neck of the woods because you are fighting the last white president in Africa, a relic of a bygone age. Here is what we're proposing, we will supply you with weapons, supplies, and funding. Am I correct to presume that you have heard of the Banjul Market Bombing a month ago?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""The Banjul Market bombings? I've heard of them but I know very little information regarding them. A lot of us Zambians are excluded from modern telecommunications which prevents us from getting any necessary information about many situations in the world.<br/>Anyway, I don't believe I have properly introduced myself, in a formal manor of course. I am Rick Colemen leader and General of the Iritrian Resistance Fighters, we hope to achieve our own government and independence from the Zambian people. I do regret taking these... more extreme and radical approaches for our ideology, but its the best way for our ideals to be heard, even if they aren't in the lightest sense. You've met Jeff already, my second in command and manages the secondary communications and administration, while also being a key advisor, he recommended the barracks attack here.<br/>But enough about that, we need to focus of priorities right now, your organization, where are you based in? Like country or regions so we can judge how... helpful this alliance will be for us.""<br/><br/>(OOC: Just to let you know I am currently on holiday and have spotty WiFi connectivity atm, so if I fail to reply to posts or read the news, that is why.)"
2332,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=975,2014-12-26T09:34:00,Of The Rnclave,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.maskinbladet.dk/assets/imagecache/640x445/article/38775_1_xl.jpg""/></div><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #0000FF"">A City of Skyscrapers</span></span></div><br/><br/>The reworking of Detroit's infrastructure and rebuilding the city had been completed. The city had been fixed up to the best if the builders abilities, massive federal clean up programs moving trash and destroying useless buildings. The city could now be compared to a smaller major city in other places of the USA in terms of looks. Safety and crime in the city, while improving by leaps and bounds, was still a problem to the builders. One to many times they had to have a wall taken down in a new set of Apartment buildings taken down because of graffiti, and one to many times a inspector had been stabbed late at night. This only lead to I creates in Federal officers based in the city, to oversee building and protect them citizens as well. Reworking and rebuilding infrastructure still occurred at a dizzying pace as builders worked to fix the city and improve it's ability to function. The cities outer borders had been expanded by ten miles, construction crews working to build apartments buildings and several skyscrapers out in the area that had been tasked to expand.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #FF0000"">An Growing Infrastructure</span></span></div><br/><br/>Work to completely redo and upgrade infrastructure nation wide had begun and spread like wildfire in New England as massive overhauls of the areas roads, bridges and buildings were undertaken by hundreds of construction crews, all working had to complete these tasks they had been given. Over all,the nation was improving at faster rates then any one would expect."
2333,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=975,2014-12-26T13:09:00,Protector Galactics,"Delayette forced his rebellion to fall in different small rebellions led by his best generals. The Rebels in the North Began to capture Inner Mongolia. They took on the communist into street by street fighting. The fight for Tibet was soon ceased. The Southern Chinese forces retreated into their 2 mile tunnels and escaped through the forest to Lhasa. Water supplies they left behind were poisoned. They blew up the tunnel way from the valley. And watched as they lost central Shannan. Back at the Chinese Occupied Tibetan borderland, more than a thousand miners started to work on a 500 foot slopped hole. As they dug they put tracks on the ground and on the roof of the cave. The hole will be done by a week if the miners work fast enough. This plan was delayettes secret weapon against the Tibetans and American forces. Back at Lhasa troops were well positioned with machine guns in every street. Nearly a million men were armed and ready. The forces had boobytrapped every street near The Shannan border. Men were prepared in a defensive position. Back at Dellayettes HQ he met with his war and financial advisors. He wanted a good plan with cheap amount of money. As they talked Delayette searched for past offensives that were a victorious for him. More ideas came to him while watching his offensives. He came up with a plan to fight his opponents. He switch to WW1 fighting. His Idea was to dig tunnels under the enemies lines a blow them up. He also ordered to build trenches around the Tibetans. He also wanted to go convince his friend who ruled another rebellion to start a rebellion inside the Tibetan lines."
2334,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=975,2014-12-26T15:35:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22921485#p22921485"">wrote</a>:</cite>Delayette forced his rebellion to fall in different small rebellions led by his best generals. The Rebels in the North Began to capture Inner Mongolia. They took on the communist into street by street fighting. The fight for Tibet was soon ceased. The Southern Chinese forces retreated into their 2 mile tunnels and escaped through the forest to Lhasa. Water supplies they left behind were poisoned. They blew up the tunnel way from the valley. And watched as they lost central Shannan. Back at the Chinese Occupied Tibetan borderland, more than a thousand miners started to work on a 500 foot slopped hole. As they dug they put tracks on the ground and on the roof of the cave. The hole will be done by a week if the miners work fast enough. This plan was delayettes secret weapon against the Tibetans and American forces. Back at Lhasa troops were well positioned with machine guns in every street. Nearly a million men were armed and ready. The forces had boobytrapped every street near The Shannan border. Men were prepared in a defensive position. Back at Dellayettes HQ he met with his war and financial advisors. He wanted a good plan with cheap amount of money. As they talked Delayette searched for past offensives that were a victorious for him. More ideas came to him while watching his offensives. He came up with a plan to fight his opponents. He switch to WW1 fighting. His Idea was to dig tunnels under the enemies lines a blow them up. He also ordered to build trenches around the Tibetans. He also wanted to go convince his friend who ruled another rebellion to start a rebellion inside the Tibetan lines.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Shannan Valley</span></span><br/>The 250,000 Troops that sorrounded the valley were preparing a final charge to eliminate the last of the Chinese. They charged at 8:00 AM the next morning and by noon, every Chinese soldier was dead or captured. Only 1800 Tibetans were killed in the attack and 2 Humvees were lost. Pictures were circulated around the Internet of the 1,000,000+ dead Chinese with a caption that read ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">This is how much the Chinese government cares about their men</span>""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Captured Airbase, North of Lhasa</span></span><br/>5 Captured Chinese bombers and 10 Fighters took off from the small airbase heading to Lhasa. Reports showed that the Chinese hadn't yet set up anti-air defenses, the report was over a week old though. The planes flew low to avoid radar and climbed just 2 Miles from the outskirts. They began dropping bombs while the fighters patrolled the skies."
2335,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=975,2014-12-26T18:52:00,Protector Galactics,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22922615#p22922615"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22921485#p22921485"">wrote</a>:</cite>Delayette forced his rebellion to fall in different small rebellions led by his best generals. The Rebels in the North Began to capture Inner Mongolia. They took on the communist into street by street fighting. The fight for Tibet was soon ceased. The Southern Chinese forces retreated into their 2 mile tunnels and escaped through the forest to Lhasa. Water supplies they left behind were poisoned. They blew up the tunnel way from the valley. And watched as they lost central Shannan. Back at the Chinese Occupied Tibetan borderland, more than a thousand miners started to work on a 500 foot slopped hole. As they dug they put tracks on the ground and on the roof of the cave. The hole will be done by a week if the miners work fast enough. This plan was delayettes secret weapon against the Tibetans and American forces. Back at Lhasa troops were well positioned with machine guns in every street. Nearly a million men were armed and ready. The forces had boobytrapped every street near The Shannan border. Men were prepared in a defensive position. Back at Dellayettes HQ he met with his war and financial advisors. He wanted a good plan with cheap amount of money. As they talked Delayette searched for past offensives that were a victorious for him. More ideas came to him while watching his offensives. He came up with a plan to fight his opponents. He switch to WW1 fighting. His Idea was to dig tunnels under the enemies lines a blow them up. He also ordered to build trenches around the Tibetans. He also wanted to go convince his friend who ruled another rebellion to start a rebellion inside the Tibetan lines.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Shannan Valley</span></span><br/>The 250,000 Troops that sorrounded the valley were preparing a final charge to eliminate the last of the Chinese. They charged at 8:00 AM the next morning and by noon, every Chinese soldier was dead or captured. Only 1800 Tibetans were killed in the attack and 2 Humvees were lost. Pictures were circulated around the Internet of the 1,000,000+ dead Chinese with a caption that read ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">This is how much the Chinese government cares about their men</span>""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Captured Airbase, North of Lhasa</span></span><br/>5 Captured Chinese bombers and 10 Fighters took off from the small airbase heading to Lhasa. Reports showed that the Chinese hadn't yet set up anti-air defenses, the report was over a week old though. The planes flew low to avoid radar and climbed just 2 Miles from the outskirts. They began dropping bombs while the fighters patrolled the skies.</div></blockquote><br/>A whole entire airbase went on full alert. The airbase dispatched all of its MiG21 fighters. They fired their sidewinders at the enemy fighters. SAMs site all over Lhasa began targeting and firing at the bombers. Anti aircraft guns were prepared for a fight. Lhasa is the most guarded city in all of South China. 700,000 men were in Tibet in Defensive position. Trenches and tunnels are starting to be built all around the city. The military were on the highest alert they can get. One ICBM scanned Lhasa if it fell. The Chinese couldn't afford to lose it."
2336,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=975,2014-12-27T12:51:00,Mattijana,"<span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">Pyongyang, North-Korea</span><br/><br/>The battle of Pyongyang had taken longer than anticipated to tidy up. Despite being crucially outgunned and outnumbered, the North Korean soldiers were fiercely loyal to their country and put up a determined fight around Pyongyang for two weeks, hut eventually ran out of ammunition due to almost 'siege-like' conditions around the capital. But the North Koreans would go down fighting, using improvised weapons and even their unloaded gun-butts to fend off the advancing South-Koreans. Many were killed, those who could not die in battle took cyanide pills rather than being taken prisoner.<br/><br/>At last, the South-Korean flag was raised above the congress building in Kim Il-Sung square. The North-Korean flags, signs of oppression and totalitarianism, were hauled down. South Korean troops sat victorious on the rooftops.<br/><br/>Next, the army would continue northwards whilst supporting services would liberate all labour camps."
2337,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1000,2014-12-28T02:49:00,Elepis,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Just North of Tal Afar, IS held Iraq</span><br/><br/>All roads lead to Tal Afar.<br/><br/>Or at least they did in the IS empire. Four main roads and two railways from Syrian cites ran through or near Tal Afar towards Mosul and Baghdad. Captured Iraqi & Peshermga equipment was moved along these roads to the ""main"" battles in Syria. It was a common sight to captured Iraqi T-55's, T-72's and even some Abrams tanks moving through the city. Tal Afar was the key to the IS empire, if it was captured the IS fighters and equipment would have to travel through the desert which would take a lot longer and would damage a lot of the equipment.<br/><br/>Unfortunately for IS, Tal Afar was on the front line and today, joint Peshmerga & Maroon Berets would attack the city and hopefully capture it.<br/><br/>Sgt Kemal Mustaraf of the elite Maroon Berets sat, camouflaged, on a ridge a couple of kilometers away from Tal Afar. Around the city, behind the hills were heavily camouflaged were heavily camouflaged Peshmerga and Maroon Berets numbering around 5,000 (4,000 Peshermga, 1,000 Maroon Berets). Kemal looked at his watch 3:00 AM, any second now the assault should begin. Then suddenly eight F-16 fighters flew over his position on over the city, they fanned out, each heading for a particular target, they released their deadly payloads then flew off in to the night. Not two seconds after they had attacked, the Peshmerga artillery (concealed on the near by hills) opened up. BM-21 Grad MRLs and M198 howitzers rained down on the city. Kemal withdrew from his observation post on the ridge and climbed in to his FNSS Pars APC with 10 other Maroon Berets, he looked at his watch, 3:05 AM ""Here we go"" he said as the Pars began moving quickly forwards as shells rained down on the city below."
2338,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1000,2014-12-28T10:59:00,Elepis,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To USA<br/><br/>Dearest allies as you know, the Republic is surrounded by threats and we have been acting to make our military stronger. You will have heard on the news that the Turkish Air Force has begun large scale bombing of IS targets. All this is to increase security, to this end I ask to purchases the following items.<br/><br/>15 F-16V modernized fighters<br/>70 Cougar MRAPs <br/><br/>I ask for these at a cut price, the main Turkish Oil producer has recently acquired 20% of Iraq's oil fields. This has increased our oil production enormously and we offer you a cut price on oil. This, as well as being one of your closets allies and a secular, western democracy in a troubled region. <br/><br/>President Kemal Kılıçdaroğlu</blockquote>"
2339,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1000,2014-12-28T13:41:00,Australian Antarctica,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Skies over Lhasa</span></span><br/>15 Bombs were dropped before the missiles hit the bombers, all targeting the Chinese HQ. 12 of the 15 fighters managed to evade the missiles and fly back to the airbase.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Under Lhasa</span></span><br/>As the bombs fell over head, the final bricks of C4 were being placed on the last tunnel in Lhasa, the superhighway that when collapsed, would split Lhasa in half, destroy the Chinese trenches, and severely damage all roads leading to the city. 1200 Tibetans were in the tunnels, defending the men who placed the C4. They knew the Chinese had discovered the tunnel sometime before, but never seemed to occupy it. The Tibetans didn't wait for the Chinese soldiers to discover their plan's or for them to escape. When the last brick of C4 was placed, they detonated the bombs. over 20 Square miles of tunnel collapsed at once. William Aniston sent one message to the Chinese commander:<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Check Mate</blockquote>"
2340,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1000,2014-12-28T14:26:00,Protector Galactics,"After communications were fixed in China. The Chinese freedom party establish a message all over China. The Poster was seen all over China and some parts of the world. It had a picture of the Three Gorges Dam. And it was quoted: Remember the Gorges!"" Another poster was also made. It had pictures of Tibetan-American troops bothering a sleeping Dragon. And it is was quoted: ""Awaken the sleeping dragon!"" People all over China that had family members hurt or killed by the floods were furious. Millions of men and women started to work in the War factories. And factories of other stuff started to support the war effort by either converting into a war factory or funding to the military. Food companies started making rations for troops and the people. The Chinese moralization started to Awaken the sleeping Dragon. The Second largest industrial Giant started to fight back.<br/><br/>Meanwhile in a tank factory. Owners of other war factories got together and made T-90 tank with 1970 components. Soon a mass production of this new tank was ordered in all of the car companies. Airplane companies started to make a plane fit for combat over Tibet. Major weapons factories started to kick into high gear.<br/><br/>The Rail gun testing is at its last stages. The Chinese EMP testing is in its middle stages. The got it to work in a mile range. Naval ships are starting to get a massive upgrade. Anti air defense in the ships were now less. Bigger cannons replaced them. The weak iron on the ships hull were replaced by reinforced steel. A new feature was given to the warships. They could also launch Torpedos from it bow. Helicopter pads were added to the ships.<br/><br/>A question roomed around South China. Where is all this money coming from. The Answer was that Northern Chinese stocks were hijacked by the South. Billions of dollars filled south China. The North was ready for a collapse. The little Chinese Economic collapse was called the dent. It was soon being fixed by economical advisors. What really fixed it was the pride of the people.<br/><br/>Over Tibet 80 Tu-95 bombers filled the skies. They were escorted by 100 fighters. Their payload were napalm and One 7,000 pound bomb. Their target was Shannan. They flew above at 60,000 feet where it would take a long time to make contact with them. Their Targets were the Tibetan mobile bases."
2341,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1000,2014-12-28T14:49:00,Protector Galactics,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22941196#p22941196"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Skies over Lhasa</span></span><br/>15 Bombs were dropped before the missiles hit the bombers, all targeting the Chinese HQ. 12 of the 15 fighters managed to evade the missiles and fly back to the airbase.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Under Lhasa</span></span><br/>As the bombs fell over head, the final bricks of C4 were being placed on the last tunnel in Lhasa, the superhighway that when collapsed, would split Lhasa in half, destroy the Chinese trenches, and severely damage all roads leading to the city. 1200 Tibetans were in the tunnels, defending the men who placed the C4. They knew the Chinese had discovered the tunnel sometime before, but never seemed to occupy it. The Tibetans didn't wait for the Chinese soldiers to discover their plan's or for them to escape. When the last brick of C4 was placed, they detonated the bombs. over 20 Square miles of tunnel collapsed at once. William Aniston sent one message to the Chinese commander: <blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Check Mate</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/>Countermeasures in the HQ fired at the falling bombs. The base was heavily fortified for the attack. The bombs blew up in midair without harming anybody. Meanwhile 20 miles outside Lhasa stood Marquette Delayette. His Shinny black boot matched his black military uniform. His overcoat swayed gently by the small breeze. His golden chain pinned by his side of his uniform gleamed at the sunlight of the beautiful sunset. His medals tightly pined next to his chest. The red stripes on his Uniform gave it a great accent. Last his military cap made a great look on him. He stared at the city in a confident way which was not too over confident. His 1 million men were in the area surrounding Shannan. He was the most tactical leader ever known in Asia. He had a plan for a good fight."
2342,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1000,2014-12-28T14:57:00,Of The Rnclave,"<blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22941609#p22941609"">wrote</a>:</cite>After communications were fixed in China. The Chinese freedom party establish a message all over China. The Poster was seen all over China and some parts of the world. It had a picture of the Three Gorges Dam. And it was quoted: Remember the Gorges!"" Another poster was also made. It had pictures of Tibetan-American troops bothering a sleeping Dragon. And it is was quoted: ""Awaken the sleeping dragon!"" People all over China that had family members hurt or killed by the floods were furious. Millions of men and women started to work in the War factories. And factories of other stuff started to support the war effort by either converting into a war factory or funding to the military. Food companies started making rations for troops and the people. The Chinese moralization started to Awaken the sleeping Dragon. The Second largest industrial Giant started to fight back.<br/><br/>Meanwhile in a tank factory. Owners of other war factories got together and made T-90 tank with 1970 components. Soon a mass production of this new tank was ordered in all of the car companies. Airplane companies started to make a plane fit for combat over Tibet. Major weapons factories started to kick into high gear.<br/><br/>The Rail gun testing is at its last stages. The Chinese EMP testing is in its middle stages. The got it to work in a mile range. Naval ships are starting to get a massive upgrade. Anti air defense in the ships were now less. Bigger cannons replaced them. The weak iron on the ships hull were replaced by reinforced steel. A new feature was given to the warships. They could also launch Torpedos from it bow. Helicopter pads were added to the ships.<br/><br/>A question roomed around South China. Where is all this money coming from. The Answer was that Northern Chinese stocks were hijacked by the South. Billions of dollars filled south China. The North was ready for a collapse. The little Chinese Economic collapse was called the dent. It was soon being fixed by economical advisors. What really fixed it was the pride of the people.<br/><br/>Over Tibet 80 Tu-95 bombers filled the skies. They were escorted by 100 fighters. Their payload were napalm and One 7,000 pound bomb. Their target was Shannan. They flew above at 60,000 feet where it would take a long time to make contact with them. Their Targets were the Tibetan mobile bases.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">UNDER TIBET</span></span><br/><br/>Most USMC forces and equipment had been moved underground in the weeks following their first major offensive, which had been successful. First thing they needed to continue pushing was reinforcements, this force of 80,000 would be unable to push the Chinese out by themselves. 120,000 more men would arrive in three weeks, a long period where air and naval power would be there only allies, while the men readied for the major offensive.<br/><br/>The Chinese counter attack was worrying, if they managed to break the Tibet army even more, the USA would be on her own to push them out and break China on their own. The Commander of American forces in China was glad for one thing, the Hypersonic Missile AA sites they had established early in in this incursion. As the Tu-95's streaked above them in their hidden tunnels, the nye unstoppable missiles streaked from their hidden positions, flying in droves into the clustered Chinese forces, creating havoc. With the missiles streaking above, F-18's streaked from runways, filling the air to attack the old Chinese air fleet. The commander radioed into the American interceptors "" Until reinforcements arrive, you are the only defense of Tibet we can muster, while the Navy will continue strikes upon industrial targets and such throughout China, we can not do much to help you until then, good luck men."" He finished.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">TAIWAN</span></span><br/><br/>US missile bases throughout Taiwan, armed with the new hypersonic missiles they Government demanded they be armed with, readied these deadly weapons for strikes at Industrial sites and Naval yards, to break Chinese moral and defeat their industrial ability. At 8'am that morning, almost 150 hypersonic missiles filled the air towards South and North China, aimed at-<br/><br/>Industrial sites<br/>Docks<br/>Naval Yards<br/>Administration zones<br/>Military bases<br/><br/>At the same time that morning, 12 B-1 Lancers left Tibet, armed with their Satellite guided bombs, these armor piercing bombs would be aimed at bases throughout China, mostly along the China-Tibet border to reduce their presence within the region and to give both armies in Tibet some breathing room while the Americans planned.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">GUAM</span></span><br/><br/>As in Taiwan, American forces in Guam and the Naval boats stationed there, unleashed their payloads about the same time, but 30 minutes later than the others due to a communication problem. These missiles while not hypersonic and in larger number, were aimed at coastal defenses making it impossible for the American navy to perform strikes and operate within the area, which hopefully with those air and sea offensive would allow better operation within the region, as in Taiwan, the missiles streaked out into the early morning sun destined for China.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">LHASA MILITARY BASE</span></span><br/><br/>The B-1 Lancer flew above strike zone by Chinese defenses, it's radio contacting the American commander back and forth while he radioed in his findings and target. Finally, the commander radioed back in "" Sir, you've been given permission to fire upon this base, good luck see you when you get back."" The pilot nodded, releasing his bomb."
2343,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1000,2014-12-28T15:51:00,Licata,"OOC: Because Zatak nullified my posts during the spread of the virus I am posting this; my reactions.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Rome</span><br/><br/>After receiving news on the spread of this new disease Giovanni ordered the lock down of every airport and port. Special crews with Hazmat suits are to check everyone who enter the country.<br/><br/>The Negro and gypsy colonies in Southern Italy have been put on lock down as well. The were informed that their confined space made them vulnerable and that this was temporary.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Mare Nostrum</span><br/><br/>The navy received new orders. They are to no longer welcome immigrants on to their vessels. They are to escort the ships to the coast of Italy where a science vessels will board the immigrant transport and scan for disease.<br/><br/>If disease is found, the vessel will be rerouted to Africa. Most likely the destination will be Egypt."
2344,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1000,2014-12-28T15:55:00,Protector Galactics,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Delayette orders for peace talks!!!</span></span><br/>Delayette has spoken since April. He has now ordered for peace talks in Shanghai! Possible end to the 3 month conflict! Today in the morning he spoke on the International television.""We can have 3 choices. We can fall into the darkness. We can suffer more by taking less casualties. Or we can lose it all and claim it all. Another option is to establish peace in the area and cause victory in both sides. And I choose the Third option. Establish peace and freedom to both sides. Yes some of you maybe disappointed because you lost your loved ones in the floodings by the other side. But hatred and war and famine is not the answer. Kindness and sympathy is the solution. It might hurt in the deep down bottom of your heart but with out sympathy. We are monster of our own. So I herby declare a ceasefire until peace is met. And together let's say: Mr.Obama, take us to peace or take us nowhere!"" Yes folks these are the words of Delayette declaring for peace. Can war end?<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 50%; line-height: 116%;"">The Shanghai Flyer</span>"
2345,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1000,2014-12-28T17:33:00,Protector Galactics,"After Delayettes speech. He traveled back to his home country. France. His Private Jet rolled in Charles De Gualle Tarmac. As he stepped off. 60 guards covered him. His distanation was the Viellarel Hotel. Delayette liked Paris. He had a troubled childhood. His father fought in Vietnam and was killed. His mother couldn't afford the rent so they had to move in a Catholic Church. Marquette went to University and went out with a French-Belgian girl. He moved to Switzerland to become an accountant at a Swiss bank. He had a well pay of 8,000 a week. In 1991 he watched the Soviet Union Collapse And got married to his girlfriend the same day. In January 8th 1995 he got hired to do the most dangerous stuff any man can do. He blown up Buckingham palace killing part of the Royal family. Then he got attention of the British and French Government. In December of 2000 he had his first son. His wife and son fled to Belgium before being caught by the French. In 2001 he went face to face with Osama Bin Laden and helped him strike America in September 11 2001. The next year he fled to China. He had skills to become part of their special forces. Then 2005 his second son was born without him. Delayette wasn't in trouble by the English an French Once. He was also sent to kill Princess Diana. As he started thinking about it he got a flashback.<br/><br/>1997 August Paris:<br/>""Ok the princess is about to go on the move.""<br/>""There is paparazzi everywhere can we do it?""<br/>""Yes now follow them!""<br/>As they went on a high speed chase the driver of the truck accidently tapped the edge of the princess car causing it to hit the tunnels entrance.<br/>""You idiot! We need them alive hurry their bleeding!""<br/>""Sir..... She is dead......""<br/>""No....... Bloody hel!!!""<br/>Get us out of here before the British Secret Service come!"" Delayette was very young to the missions. He remembered it like if it was yesterday."
2346,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1000,2014-12-28T19:19:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22943648#p22943648"">wrote</a>:</cite>After Delayettes speech. He traveled back to his home country. France. His Private Jet rolled in Charles De Gualle Tarmac. As he stepped off. 60 guards covered him. His distanation was the Viellarel Hotel. Delayette liked Paris. He had a troubled childhood. His father fought in Vietnam and was killed. His mother couldn't afford the rent so they had to move in a Catholic Church. Marquette went to University and went out with a French-Belgian girl. He moved to Switzerland to become an accountant at a Swiss bank. He had a well pay of 8,000 a week. In 1991 he watched the Soviet Union Collapse And got married to his girlfriend the same day. In January 8th 1995 he got hired to do the most dangerous stuff any man can do. He blown up Buckingham palace killing part of the Royal family. Then he got attention of the British and French Government. In December of 2000 he had his first son. His wife and son fled to Belgium before being caught by the French. In 2001 he went face to face with Osama Bin Laden and helped him strike America in September 11 2001. The next year he fled to China. He had skills to become part of their special forces. Then 2005 his second son was born without him. Delayette wasn't in trouble by the English an French Once. He was also sent to kill Princess Diana. As he started thinking about it he got a flashback.<br/><br/>1997 August Paris:<br/>""Ok the princess is about to go on the move.""<br/>""There is paparazzi everywhere can we do it?""<br/>""Yes now follow them!""<br/>As they went on a high speed chase the driver of the truck accidently tapped the edge of the princess car causing it to hit the tunnels entrance.<br/>""You idiot! We need them alive hurry their bleeding!""<br/>""Sir..... She is dead......""<br/>""No....... Bloody hel!!!""<br/>Get us out of here before the British Secret Service come!"" Delayette was very young to the missions. He remembered it like if it was yesterday.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Paris, France</span></span><br/>Yun Huang stood in a building across the street from the Hotel where Delayette was staying. He had been sent here after the CIA reported the French-turned-Chinese man was here to see his family. Yun set up his VSS Vintorez sniper rifle and prerpared to shoot. Beside him was an SMAW in case he missed. Yun held his breath and fired. The suppressed gun didn't even make a noise as the bullet exited the barrel and sped toward Delayette's head."
2347,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1000,2014-12-28T22:22:00,Protector Galactics,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22944553#p22944553"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22943648#p22943648"">wrote</a>:</cite>After Delayettes speech. He traveled back to his home country. France. His Private Jet rolled in Charles De Gualle Tarmac. As he stepped off. 60 guards covered him. His distanation was the Viellarel Hotel. Delayette liked Paris. He had a troubled childhood. His father fought in Vietnam and was killed. His mother couldn't afford the rent so they had to move in a Catholic Church. Marquette went to University and went out with a French-Belgian girl. He moved to Switzerland to become an accountant at a Swiss bank. He had a well pay of 8,000 a week. In 1991 he watched the Soviet Union Collapse And got married to his girlfriend the same day. In January 8th 1995 he got hired to do the most dangerous stuff any man can do. He blown up Buckingham palace killing part of the Royal family. Then he got attention of the British and French Government. In December of 2000 he had his first son. His wife and son fled to Belgium before being caught by the French. In 2001 he went face to face with Osama Bin Laden and helped him strike America in September 11 2001. The next year he fled to China. He had skills to become part of their special forces. Then 2005 his second son was born without him. Delayette wasn't in trouble by the English an French Once. He was also sent to kill Princess Diana. As he started thinking about it he got a flashback.<br/><br/>1997 August Paris:<br/>""Ok the princess is about to go on the move.""<br/>""There is paparazzi everywhere can we do it?""<br/>""Yes now follow them!""<br/>As they went on a high speed chase the driver of the truck accidently tapped the edge of the princess car causing it to hit the tunnels entrance.<br/>""You idiot! We need them alive hurry their bleeding!""<br/>""Sir..... She is dead......""<br/>""No....... Bloody hel!!!""<br/>Get us out of here before the British Secret Service come!"" Delayette was very young to the missions. He remembered it like if it was yesterday.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Paris, France</span></span><br/>Yun Huang stood in a building across the street from the Hotel where Delayette was staying. He had been sent here after the CIA reported the French-turned-Chinese man was here to see his family. Yun set up his VSS Vintorez sniper rifle and prerpared to shoot. Beside him was an SMAW in case he missed. Yun held his breath and fired. The suppressed gun didn't even make a noise as the bullet exited the barrel and sped toward Delayette's head.</div></blockquote><br/>Delayette ducked to get a paper out of his case when the bullet just missed him. Delayette was tackled out of the car and taken into a mall nearby."
2348,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1000,2014-12-28T22:51:00,Licata,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Rome</span><br/><br/>Giovanni Messe reads over current events in his office. He reads on about the developments of the war between China and the USA. He gets to the invasion of North Korea, ""Hmm.""<br/><br/>He writes a letter to the North Koreans.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value="" To North Korea""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""color: red"">Top Secret</span></span><br/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://img1.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20130525102700/nationstates/images/8/8a/National_Fascist_Party_-_Italian_Social_Republic_(Jinavia_run).png""/></div><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">"" Syndicate Forever!""</span></span></span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">To the Government of North Korea</span></span>,<br/><br/>Your current conflict is interesting. We wish to see a stable Korea. We offer you a chance to rent out Italian mercenaries. For a price, my entire armed force could be at your command.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Giovanni Messe</span></span></blockquote></div></div></div>"
2349,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1000,2014-12-28T23:21:00,Mangjukoia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Tokyo, Japan</span><br/><br/>In his office, Kobo signed off on some papers for the construction of a large number of military equipment. The list of equipment consisted of, mostly domestic armored vehicles, Type 10 and Type 90 tanks, the Type 89 and Type 96 APCs, KU50W LAVs, FH70 Howitzers, and some Atago-Class Destroyers. The set date for production to start is yet to be decided. While signing off on domestically made equipment, he knows that Japan is also in need of foreign equipment, more specifically in the American variety and has the Japanese Ministry of Defense handle it.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""To USA""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Message from: Japan<br/>Message to: United States of America<br/>Encryption: High<br/><br/>The military forces of Japan is in need of some equipment from your nation. We would like to purchase the items listed below.<br/>-100 UH-60s<br/>-50 AH-64s<br/>-12 THAAD systems<br/>This will be paid off in a 10-12 year period.</blockquote></div></div></div>"
2350,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1000,2014-12-28T23:31:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22946225#p22946225"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22944553#p22944553"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Paris, France</span></span><br/>Yun Huang stood in a building across the street from the Hotel where Delayette was staying. He had been sent here after the CIA reported the French-turned-Chinese man was here to see his family. Yun set up his VSS Vintorez sniper rifle and prerpared to shoot. Beside him was an SMAW in case he missed. Yun held his breath and fired. The suppressed gun didn't even make a noise as the bullet exited the barrel and sped toward Delayette's head.</div></blockquote><br/>Delayette ducked to get a paper out of his case when the bullet just missed him. A man stepped behind Yun a knocked him out. Yun was brought to a dark room.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: Ignoring the part about the kidnapping because it is total BS.<br/><br/>Yun swore to himself. He had missed! Now the Target was behind cover! He reached for the SMAW and aimed it just above the window. The rocket exited the tube and entered through the window, exploding inside. Yun quickly packed up his weapons and melded into the stunned crowds below. Soon he would know whether he killed the French man or not."
2351,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1000,2014-12-29T01:53:00,Elepis,"<blockquote><div><cite>Elepis <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22939668#p22939668"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To USA<br/><br/>Dearest allies as you know, the Republic is surrounded by threats and we have been acting to make our military stronger. You will have heard on the news that the Turkish Air Force has begun large scale bombing of IS targets. All this is to increase security, to this end I ask to purchases the following items.<br/><br/>15 F-16V modernized fighters<br/>70 Cougar MRAPs <br/><br/>I ask for these at a cut price, the main Turkish Oil producer has recently acquired 20% of Iraq's oil fields. This has increased our oil production enormously and we offer you a cut price on oil. This, as well as being one of your closets allies and a secular, western democracy in a troubled region. <br/><br/>President Kemal Kılıçdaroğlu</blockquote></div></blockquote>"
2352,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1000,2014-12-29T10:17:00,Mattijana,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Message to: Italy<br/>Message from: South Korea<br/>Encryption: low<br/><br/>If you were up to date with the current situation, you would be aware that South Korean forces have taken administrative control of the Korean Peninsula as we have captured Pyongyang. All that now remains of North Korea is the northern regions of the country lead by NK generals. <br/>The war will be over before your mercenaries can be of use and as the NK soldiers are loyal to their cause, they will more likely commit ritual suicide than be captured if they are pushed back. <br/>I am also sure they would never take mercenaries from a nation not sharing their views or ideology who are also far away.<br/><br/>I am also shocked that you are prepared to help North Korea following their history of horrific human rights abuses and violence against the western world. We would be happy to accept your help otherwise, but we already have Japanese troops fighting alongside our own forces.<br/><br/>Park Geuy-Hye of South Korea.</blockquote>"
2353,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1000,2014-12-29T11:17:00,Of The Rnclave,"<blockquote><div><cite>Elepis <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22947578#p22947578"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Elepis <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22939668#p22939668"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To USA<br/><br/>Dearest allies as you know, the Republic is surrounded by threats and we have been acting to make our military stronger. You will have heard on the news that the Turkish Air Force has begun large scale bombing of IS targets. All this is to increase security, to this end I ask to purchases the following items.<br/><br/>15 F-16V modernized fighters<br/>70 Cougar MRAPs <br/><br/>I ask for these at a cut price, the main Turkish Oil producer has recently acquired 20% of Iraq's oil fields. This has increased our oil production enormously and we offer you a cut price on oil. This, as well as being one of your closets allies and a secular, western democracy in a troubled region. <br/><br/>President Kemal Kılıçdaroğlu</blockquote></div></blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Turkey<br/>United States of America<br/><br/>This is a simple requisition and will be processed and given to you at our earliest convenience. We ask you continue and draw up all future plans for strikes and operations against ISIS with an assumed lack of American forces. Out operations in China and Tibet will require all of our attention and resources, so none can be spared to strike ISIS, we ask you forgive us for our lack of devotion, but the threat of China is a more major focus.</blockquote>"
2354,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1000,2014-12-29T11:21:00,Of The Rnclave,"<blockquote><div><cite>Mangjukoia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22946638#p22946638"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""To USA""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Message from: Japan<br/>Message to: United States of America<br/>Encryption: High<br/><br/>The military forces of Japan is in need of some equipment from your nation. We would like to purchase the items listed below.<br/>-100 UH-60s<br/>-50 AH-64s<br/>-12 THAAD systems<br/>This will be paid off in a 10-12 year period.</blockquote></div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Japan<br/>Untied States of America<br/><br/>This order will be completed and ready for shipment at our earliest convenience, along with extra Missile defense batteries for your protection against the Chinese threat. But on payment, this large of an order must be payed for faster, 10-12 years is a ridiculous time to wait for payment. We demand if these are to be sold to you, that they be payed to us within a 2-3 year period, otherwise we cannot sell these requisitions to you, we ask you comply with out wishes or buy in smaller groups for payment purposes.</blockquote>"
2355,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1000,2014-12-29T11:32:00,Of The Rnclave,"<blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22942543#p22942543"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Delayette orders for peace talks!!!</span></span><br/>Delayette has spoken since April. He has now ordered for peace talks in Shanghai! Possible end to the 3 month conflict! Today in the morning he spoke on the International television.""We can have 3 choices. We can fall into the darkness. We can suffer more by taking less casualties. Or we can lose it all and claim it all. Another option is to establish peace in the area and cause victory in both sides. And I choose the Third option. Establish peace and freedom to both sides. Yes some of you maybe disappointed because you lost your loved ones in the floodings by the other side. But hatred and war and famine is not the answer. Kindness and sympathy is the solution. It might hurt in the deep down bottom of your heart but with out sympathy. We are monster of our own. So I herby declare a ceasefire until peace is met. And together let's say: Mr.Obama, take us to peace or take us nowhere!"" Yes folks these are the words of Delayette declaring for peace. Can war end?<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 50%; line-height: 116%;"">The Shanghai Flyer</span></div></blockquote><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #FF0000"">A Meeting for Peace</span></span></div><br/><br/>With recent American military operations in Tibet and outer China ramping up, the South Chinese government has called for a ceasefire and possible end to hostile actions. The Commander of US Forces in China, who has elected to keep his name private, has expressed want to continue fighting the Chinese until Tibet's independence can be properly secured. He says with yesterday's Operation Enraged Eagle, which lead to a presumed utter destruction of Chinese industry and infrastructure along with several missile waves to cripple the Chinese naval yards and remaining Naval vessels, the Chinese need peace more than Tibet and US Forces do, saying that "" The Chinese have been broken moral wise, when we bury bodies, most don't have half the proper gear the soldiers a days earlier did, and they had equipment you'd find on a soldier from the early 20th century, but worse in most cases. Their loosing everything, we have decided to go to the table for negotiations, but it will be in American terms, all forces have been out in high alert during Thai cease fire, we learned our lesson in Vietnam, we won't let that happen again. Thank you."" This cease fire comes at the perfect time, with protests outside the Pentagon and White House, getting more violent after the announcement of 86 more dead US Marines, brining the total death toll in Tibet to 511, these coming after yesterday's offensive. Tomorrow the President will meet in South China to discuss the end to hostilities. Thank you and goodnight."
2356,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1000,2014-12-29T11:44:00,Of The Rnclave,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://mayrsom.files.wordpress.com/2012/12/sealobverse.jpg""/></div><br/><br/><div align=""center"">[box]70 apache helicopters upgraded to E version<br/>right to produce your armored vehicles such as Stryker, JLTV, M117 ETC along with your artillery and such.<br/>35 HIMARS<br/>6 battalions of Patriot systems each battalions have 4 launchers<br/>12 THAAD launchers<br/>65 Seahawks and 88 blackhawks all fully upgraded<br/>16 super Hercules and 5 C-17<br/>15 E-2D<br/>90 F-16 with 40 more in backup all upgraded to V version<br/>45 F-15 Silent eagles<br/>20 F-18 growlers<br/>55 F-18 super hornets<br/>12 ageis based ships</div><br/><br/>These requisitions you ordered this years and in 2015 have been gathered together for full shipment, but due to the sheer size of this order, it will be delivered in groups, such as land air and sea groups for each weapons to ease shipments. Thank you for your order, we hope this will be a beacon of USA Indian relations for the coming future in Asia and the world<br/><br/>Barack Obama<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">President of the United States of America</span>[/box]</blockquote>"
2357,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1000,2014-12-29T11:45:00,Mangjukoia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Of The Rnclave <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22951280#p22951280"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Mangjukoia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22946638#p22946638"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""To USA""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Message from: Japan<br/>Message to: United States of America<br/>Encryption: High<br/><br/>The military forces of Japan is in need of some equipment from your nation. We would like to purchase the items listed below.<br/>-100 UH-60s<br/>-50 AH-64s<br/>-12 THAAD systems<br/>This will be paid off in a 10-12 year period.</blockquote></div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Japan<br/>Untied States of America<br/><br/>This order will be completed and ready for shipment at our earliest convenience, along with extra Missile defense batteries for your protection against the Chinese threat. But on payment, this large of an order must be payed for faster, 10-12 years is a ridiculous time to wait for payment. We demand if these are to be sold to you, that they be payed to us within a 2-3 year period, otherwise we cannot sell these requisitions to you, we ask you comply with out wishes or buy in smaller groups for payment purposes.</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: United States of America<br/>From: Japan<br/><br/>Very well. The requisitions will be paid for within a 2-3 year period. Thank you for your time.</blockquote>"
2358,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1000,2014-12-29T13:41:00,Zatak,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.telegraph.co.uk/multimedia/archive/02082/New-Delhi_2082311b.jpg""/><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Wednesday, may, 21, 2016<br/>The Republic of India<br/>11:30 AM<br/></span></span></div><br/><br/>the Republic of India is a country in South Asia. It is the seventh-largest country by area, the second-most populous country with over 1.2 billion people, and the most populous democracy in the world. Bounded by the Indian Ocean on the south, the Arabian Sea on the south-west, and the Bay of Bengal on the south-east, it shares land borders with Pakistan to the west; China, Nepal, and Bhutan to the north-east; and Burma and Bangladesh to the east. In the Indian Ocean, India is in the vicinity of Sri Lanka and the Maldives; in addition, India's Andaman and Nicobar Islands share a maritime border with Thailand and Indonesia.<br/><br/>Home to the ancient Indus Valley Civilisation and a region of historic trade routes and vast empires, the Indian subcontinent was identified with its commercial and cultural wealth for much of its long history. Four religions—Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism, and Sikhism—originated here, whereas Judaism, Zoroastrianism, Christianity, and Islam arrived in the 1st millennium CE and also helped shape the region's diverse culture. Gradually annexed by and brought under the administration of the British East India Company from the early 18th century and administered directly by the United Kingdom from the mid-19th century, India became an independent nation in 1947 after a struggle for independence that was marked by non-violent resistance led by Mahatma Gandhi.<br/><br/>The Indian economy is the world's tenth-largest by nominal GDP and third-largest by purchasing power parity (PPP). Following market-based economic reforms in 1991, India became one of the fastest-growing major economies; it is considered a newly industrialised country. However, it continues to face the challenges of poverty, corruption, malnutrition, inadequate public healthcare, and terrorism. A nuclear weapons state and a regional power, it has the third-largest standing army in the world and ranks ninth in military expenditure among nations. India is a federal constitutional republic governed under a parliamentary system consisting of 29 states and 7 union territories. India is a pluralistic, multilingual, and a multi-ethnic society. It is also home to a diversity of wildlife in a variety of protected habitats.<br/><br/>India comprises the bulk of the Indian subcontinent, lying atop the Indian tectonic plate, and part of the Indo-Australian Plate. India's defining geological processes began 75 million years ago when the Indian plate, then part of the southern supercontinent Gondwana, began a north-eastward drift caused by seafloor spreading to its south-west, and later, south and south-east. Simultaneously, the vast Tethyn oceanic crust, to its northeast, began to subduct under the Eurasian plate. These dual processes, driven by convection in the Earth's mantle, both created the Indian Ocean and caused the Indian continental crust eventually to under-thrust Eurasia and to uplift the Himalayas. Immediately south of the emerging Himalayas, plate movement created a vast trough that rapidly filled with river-borne sediment and now constitutes the Indo-Gangetic Plain. Cut off from the plain by the ancient Aravalli Range lies the Thar Desert.<br/><br/>The original Indian plate survives as peninsular India, the oldest and geologically most stable part of India. It extends as far north as the Satpura and Vindhya ranges in central India. These parallel chains run from the Arabian Sea coast in Gujarat in the west to the coal-rich Chota Nagpur Plateau in Jharkhand in the east. To the south, the remaining peninsular landmass, the Deccan Plateau, is flanked on the west and east by coastal ranges known as the Western and Eastern Ghats; the plateau contains the country's oldest rock formations, some over one billion years old. Constituted in such fashion, India lies to the north of the equator between 6° 44' and 35° 30' north latitude and 68° 7' and 97° 25' east longitude.<br/><br/><br/>A shining white snow-clad range, framed against a turquoise sky. In the middle ground, a ridge descends from the right to form a saddle in the centre of the photograph, partly in shadow. In the near foreground, a loop of a road is seen.<br/><br/>India's coastline measures 7,517 kilometres (4,700 mi) in length; of this distance, 5,423 kilometres (3,400 mi) belong to peninsular India and 2,094 kilometres (1,300 mi) to the Andaman, Nicobar, and Lakshadweep island chains. According to the Indian naval hydrographic charts, the mainland coastline consists of the following: 43% sandy beaches; 11% rocky shores, including cliffs; and 46% mudflats or marshy shores.<br/><br/>Major Himalayan-origin rivers that substantially flow through India include the Ganges and the Brahmaputra, both of which drain into the Bay of Bengal. Important tributaries of the Ganges include the Yamuna and the Kosi; the latter's extremely low gradient often leads to severe floods and course changes. Major peninsular rivers, whose steeper gradients prevent their waters from flooding, include the Godavari, the Mahanadi, the Kaveri, and the Krishna, which also drain into the Bay of Bengal; and the Narmada and the Tapti, which drain into the Arabian Sea. Coastal features include the marshy Rann of Kutch of western India and the alluvial Sundarbans delta of eastern India; the latter is shared with Bangladesh. India has two archipelagos: the Lakshadweep, coral atolls off India's south-western coast; and the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, a volcanic chain in the Andaman Sea.<br/><br/>The Indian climate is strongly influenced by the Himalayas and the Thar Desert, both of which drive the economically and culturally pivotal summer and winter monsoons. The Himalayas prevent cold Central Asian katabatic winds from blowing in, keeping the bulk of the Indian subcontinent warmer than most locations at similar latitudes. The Thar Desert plays a crucial role in attracting the moisture-laden south-west summer monsoon winds that, between June and October, provide the majority of India's rainfall. Four major climatic groupings predominate in India: tropical wet, tropical dry, subtropical humid, and montane.<br/><br/>The economy of India is the tenth-largest in the world by nominal GDP and the third-largest by purchasing power parity (PPP). The country is one of the G-20 major economies, a member of BRICS and a developing economy that is among the top 20 global traders according to the WTO. India was the 19th-largest merchandise and the 6th largest services exporter in the world in 2013; it imported a total of $616.7 billion worth of merchandise and services in 2013, as the 12th-largest merchandise and 7th largest services importer. India's economic growth slowed to 4.7% for the 2013–14 fiscal year, in contrast to higher economic growth rates in 2000s. The Indian Finance Ministry projects the GDP growth for fiscal 2014 will be 5.5%. IMF projects India's GDP to grow at 5.6% over 2014-15. Agriculture sector is the largest employer in India's economy but contributes a declining share of its GDP (13.7% in 2012-13). Its manufacturing industry has held a constant share of its economic contribution, while the fastest-growing part of the economy has been its services sector - which includes construction, telecom, software and information technologies, infrastructure, tourism, education, health care, travel, trade, banking and other components of its economy.<br/><br/>The post independence-era Indian economy (from 1947 to 1991) was a mixed economy with an inward-looking, centrally planned, interventionist policies and import-substituting economic model that failed to take advantage of the post-war expansion of trade and that nationalized many sectors of its economy. India's share of global trade fell from 1.3% in 1953 to 0.5% in 1983. This model contributed to widespread inefficiencies and corruption, and it was poorly implemented.<br/><br/>After a fiscal crisis in 1991, India has increasingly adopted free-market principles and liberalised its economy to international trade. These reforms were started by former Finance minister Manmohan Singh under the guidance of Prime Minister P.V.Narasimha Rao. They eliminated much of Licence Raj, a pre- and post-British era mechanism of strict government controls on setting up new industry. Following these economic reforms, and a strong focus on developing national infrastructure such as the Golden Quadrilateral project by former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee, the country's economic growth progressed at a rapid pace, with relatively large increases in per-capita incomes. The south western state of Maharashtra contributes the highest towards India's GDP among all states, while Bihar is among its poorest states in terms of GNI per capita. Mumbai is known as the trade and financial capital of India.<br/><br/>Agricultural and allied sectors accounted for about 52.1% of the total workforce in 2009–10. While agriculture employment has fallen over time in percentage of labor employed, services which includes construction and infrastructure have seen a steady growth accounting for 20.3% of employment in 2012-13. Of the total workforce, 7% is in the organised sector, two-thirds of which are in the government controlled public sector. About 51.2% of the labor in India is self-employed. According to 2005-06 survey, there is a gender gap in employment and salaries. In rural areas, both men and women are primarily self-employed, mostly in agriculture. In urban areas, salaried work was the largest source of employment for both men and women in 2006.<br/><br/>Unemployment in India is characterised by chronic (disguised) unemployment. Government schemes that target eradication of both poverty and unemployment (which in recent decades has sent millions of poor and unskilled people into urban areas in search of livelihoods) attempt to solve the problem, by providing financial assistance for setting up businesses, skill honing, setting up public sector enterprises, reservations in governments, etc. The decline in organised employment due to the decreased role of the public sector after liberalisation has further underlined the need for focusing on better education and has also put political pressure on further reforms. India's labour regulations are heavy even by developing country standards and analysts have urged the government to abolish or modify them in order to make the environment more conducive for employment generation. The 11th five-year plan has also identified the need for a congenial environment to be created for employment generation, by reducing the number of permissions and other bureaucratic clearances required. Further, inequalities and inadequacies in the education system have been identified as an obstacle preventing the benefits of increased employment opportunities from reaching all sectors of society.<br/><br/>Child labour in India is a complex problem that is basically rooted in poverty. The Indian government has implemented, since the 1990s, a variety of programs to eliminate child labor. These have included setting up schools, launching free school lunch program, setting up special investigation cells and others.Desai et al. state that recent studies on child labour in India have found some pockets of industries in which children are employed, but overall, relatively few Indian children are employed. Child labor below the age of 10 is now rare. In the 10-14 group, the latest surveys find only 2% of children working for wage, while another 9% work within their home or rural farms assisting their parents in times of high work demand such as sowing and harvesting of crops.<br/><br/>India has the second largest diaspora around the world, an estimated 25 million people, many of whom work overseas and remit funds back to their families. The Middle East region is the largest source of employment of expat Indians. The crude oil production and infrastructure industry of Saudi Arabia employs over 2 million expat Indians. Cities such as Dubai and Abu Dhabi in United Arab Emirates alone have employed another 2 million Indian construction workers during its construction boom in recent decades. In 2009–10, remittances from Indian migrants overseas stood at INR2500 billion (US$39 billion), the highest in the world, but their share in FDI remained low at around 1%.<br/><br/>Since the early 1950s, Indian government initiated various schemes to help the poor attain self-sufficiency in food production. These have included ration cards and price controls over the supply of basic commodities, particularly food at controlled prices, available throughout the country. These efforts prevented famines, but did little to eliminate or reduce poverty in rural or urban areas between 1950 and 1980.<br/><br/>India suffers from substantial poverty. According to World Bank's estimates on poverty based on 2005 data, India has 456 million people, 41.6% of its population, living below the new international poverty line of $1.25 (PPP) per day. The world Bank further estimates that 33% of the global poor now reside in India. Moreover, India also has 828 million people, or 75.6% of the population living below $2 a day, compared to 72.2% for Sub-Saharan Africa.<br/><br/>The National Rural Employment Guarantee Act 2005 (or, NREGA No 42) was later renamed as the ""Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act"" (or, MGNREGA), is an Indian labour law and social security measure that aims to guarantee the 'right to work'. It aims to ensure livelihood security in rural areas by providing at least 100 days of wage employment in a financial year to every household whose adult members volunteer to do unskilled manual work.<br/><br/>Starting from 200 districts on 2 February 2006, the NREGA covered all the districts of India from 1 April 2008. The statute is hailed by the government as ""the largest and most ambitious social security and public works programme in the world"". In its World Development Report 2014, the World Bank termed it a ""stellar example of rural development"".<br/><br/>The MGNREGA was initiated with the objective of ""enhancing livelihood security in rural areas by providing at least 100 days of guaranteed wage employment in a financial year, to every household whose adult members volunteer to do unskilled manual work"". Another aim of MGNREGA is to create durable assets (such as roads, canals, ponds, wells). Employment is to be provided within 5 km of an applicant's residence, and minimum wages are to be paid. If work is not provided within 15 days of applying, applicants are entitled to an unemployment allowance. Thus, employment under MGNREGA is a legal entitlement.<br/><br/>MGNREGA is to be implemented mainly by gram panchayats (GPs). The involvement of contractors is banned. Labour-intensive tasks like creating infrastructure for water harvesting, drought relief and flood control are preferred.<br/><br/>Apart from providing economic security and creating rural assets, NREGA can help in protecting the environment, empowering rural women, reducing rural-urban migration and fostering social equity, among others.""<br/><br/>The law provides many safeguards to promote its effective management and implementation. The act explicitly mentions the principles and agencies for implementation, list of allowed works, financing pattern, monitoring and evaluation, and most importantly the detailed measures to ensure transparency and accountability. In the November 2014 cabinet expansion, Birender Singh replaced Nitin Gadkari as rural development minister. Among the first statements made by the new minister was an assurance that NREGA would continue in all districts.<br/><br/>The Twelfth Five-Year Plan of the Government of India has decided for the growth rate at 8.2% but the National Development Council (NDC) on 27 Dec 2012 approved 8% growth rate for 12th five-year plan.<br/><br/>With the deteriorating global situation, the Deputy Chairman of the Planning Commission Mr Montek Singh Ahluwalia has said that achieving an average growth rate of 9 percent in the next five years is not possible. The Final growth target has been set at 8% by the endorsement of plan at the National Development Council meeting held in New Delhi.<br/><br/>""It is not possible to think of an average of 9% (in 12th Plan). I think somewhere between 8 and 8.5 percent is feasible,” Mr Ahluwalia said on the sidelines of a conference of State Planning Boards and departments. The approached paper for the 12th Plan, approved last year, talked about an annual average growth rate of 9%.<br/><br/>“When I say feasible... that will require major effort. If you don’t do that, there is no God given right to grow at 8 percent. I think given that the world economy deteriorated very sharply over the last year...the growth rate in the first year of the 12th Plan (2012-13) is 6.5 to 7 percent.”<br/><br/>He also indicated that soon he would share his views with other members of the Commission to choose a final number (economic growth target) to put before the country’s NDC for its approval.<br/><br/>The government intends to reduce poverty by 10% during the 12th Five-Year Plan. Mr Ahluwalia said, “We aim to reduce poverty estimates by 9% annually on a sustainable basis during the Plan period. Earlier, addressing a conference of State Planning Boards and Planning departments, he said the rate of decline in poverty doubled during the 11th Plan. The commission had said, while using the Tendulkar poverty line, the rate of reduction in the five years between 2004–05 and 2009–10, was about 1.5%points each year, which was twice that when compared to the period between 1993-95 to 2004-05.<br/><br/>The Midday Meal Scheme is a school meal programme of the Government of India designed to improve the nutritional status of school-age children nationwide. The programme supplies free lunches on working days for children in Primary and Upper Primary Classes in Government, Government Aided, Local Body, Education Guarantee Scheme, and Alternate Innovative Education Centres, Madarsa and Maqtabs supported under Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan, and National Child Labour Project schools run by the Ministry of Labour. Serving 120,000,000 children in over 1,265,000 schools and Education Guarantee Scheme centres, it is the largest such programme in the world.<br/><br/>Under Article 24, paragraph 2c of the Convention on the Rights of the Child, to which India is a party, India has committed to providing ""adequate nutritious foods"" for children. The programme entered the planning stages in 2001 and was implemented in 2004. The programme has undergone many changes and amendments since its launch.<br/><br/>The MDM scheme has many potential benefits: attracting children from disadvantaged sections (especially girls, Dalits and Adivasis) to school, improving regularity, nutritional benefits, socialization benefits and benefits to women are some that have been highlighted.<br/><br/>Studies by economists show that some of these benefits have indeed been realized. The positive effect on enrollment of disadvantaged children (Dreze and Kingdon), on attendance (by Chakraborty, Jayaraman, Pande), on learning effort (by Booruah, Afridi and Somanathan), on improving nutritional inputs (Afridi), on improving nutritional outcomes (by Singh, Dercon and Parker), and so on.<br/><br/>Literacy in India is a key for socio-economic progress, and the Indian literacy rate has grown to 74.04% (2011 figure) from 12% at the end of British rule in 1947. Although this was a greater than sixfold improvement, the level is well below the world average literacy rate of 84%, and of all nations, India currently has the largest illiterate population. Despite government programmes, India's literacy rate increased only ""sluggishly,"" and a 1990 study estimated that it would take until 2060 for India to achieve universal literacy at then-current rate of progress. The 2011 census, however, indicated a 2001–2011 decadal literacy growth of 9.2%, which is the slower than the growth seen during the previous decade.<br/><br/>There is a wide gender disparity in the literacy rate in India: effective literacy rates (age 7 and above) in 2011 were 82.14% for men and 65.46% for women. The low female literacy rate has had a dramatically negative impact on family planning and population stabillisation efforts in India. Studies have indicated that female literacy is a strong predictor of the use of contraception among married Indian couples, even when women do not otherwise have economic independence. The census provided a positive indication that growth in female literacy rates (11.8%) was substantially faster than in male literacy rates (6.9%) in the 2001–2011 decadal period, which means the gender gap appears to be narrowing.<br/><br/>The Sarva Siksha Abhiyan (Hindi for Total Literacy Campaign) was launched in 2001 to ensure that all children in the 6–14-year age-group attend school and complete eight years of schooling by 2010. An important component of the scheme is the Education Guarantee Scheme and Alternative and Innovative Education, meant primarily for children in areas with no formal school within a one kilometre radius. The centrally sponsored District Primary Education Programme, launched in 1994, had opened more than 160,000 new schools by 2005, including almost 84,000 alternative schools.<br/><br/>Unemployment in India is a serious social issue. Unemployment records in India are kept by the Ministry of Labour and Employment of India. The Government of India has taken several steps to decrease the unemployment rates like launching the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme which guarantees a 100 day employment to an unemployed person in a year. It has implemented it in 200 of the districts and further will be expanded to 600 districts and soon all districts. In exchange for working under this scheme the person is paid 150 per day.<br/><br/>Proposals have been made to construct high-speed railway lines in India but no concrete action has been taken. In 1999, the Konkan Railway Corporation introduced the Roll on Roll off (RORO) service, a unique road-rail synergy system, on the section between Kolad in Maharashtra and Verna in Goa, which was extended up to Surathkal in Karnataka in 2004. The RORO service, the first of its kind in India, allowed trucks to be transported on flatbed trailers. It was highly popular, carrying about 110,000 trucks and bringing in about INR 740 million worth of earnings to the corporation till 2007. but in 2008 the Indian government approved the construction of high-speed railway lines in India by the made in India plan of which over 100,000 KM of high rail way will be built by 2018.<br/><br/>The Indian Armed Forces are the federal military forces of the Republic of India. It consists of four professional uniformed services: the Indian Army, Indian Navy, Indian Air Force and Indian Coast Guard. Additionally, the Indian Armed Forces are supported by two paramilitary organisations (Assam Rifles and Special Frontier Force) and various inter-service institutions such as the Strategic Forces Command. The President of India is the Supreme Commander of the Indian Armed Forces. The Indian Armed Forces are under the management of the Ministry of Defence (MoD), which is led by the Union Cabinet Minister of Defence. With strength of over 1.3 million active personnel, it is world's 3rd largest military force and the largest standing volunteer army in the world.<br/><br/>It is important to note that the Central Armed Police Forces, which are commonly and incorrectly referred to as 'Paramilitary Forces', are headed by officers from the Indian Police Service and are under the control of the Ministry of Home Affairs.<br/><br/>The Indian armed forces have been engaged in a number of major military operations, including the Indo-Pakistani wars of 1947, 1965 and 1971, the Portuguese-Indian War, the Sino-Indian War, the 1987 Sino-Indian skirmish, the Kargil War, and the Siachen conflict among others. India honours its armed forces and military personnel annually on Armed Forces Flag Day, 7 December. Since 1962, the IAF has maintained close military relations with Russia, including cooperative development on programmes such as the Fifth Generation Fighter Aircraft (FGFA) and the Multirole Transport Aircraft (MTA). The Indian armed forces are steadily undergoing modernisation, with investments in areas such as a F-INSAS, missile defence system and a nuclear triad.<br/><br/>The Department of Defence Production of the Ministry of Defence is responsible for the indigenous production of equipment used by the Indian Armed Forces. It comprises the 41 Indian Ordnance Factories under control of the Ordnance Factories Board and 8 Defence PSUs namely, HAL, BEL, BEML, BDL, MDL, GSL, GRSE and Midhani. The Indian Armed Forces are the world's largest arms importer, with Russia, Israel, France and the United States being the top foreign suppliers of military equipment.<br/><br/>The Indian armed forces launched the 2025 military improvement program in 2001 which saw the purchase of major equipment from foreign and local manufacturing including a major 2015 arms deal with the US all of which was delivered in early 2016 including fighter jets, electric warfare systems and Attack helicopters.<br/><br/>The Indian air force expanded its fighter force under the thousand fighter plan along with the modernization of helicopters with newer gear. The Navy also expanded by ordering more domestic ships to replace older ships and counter China along with the purchase of four Mistral class ships in 2004 which ere all delivered by 2016 and 12 US based ship systems. The Indian sub fleet also expanded with 6 French based subs and six domestic subs which expanded to 10 Kilo subs to replace current ones.<br/><br/>The Indian ground forces aimed to have 1600 T-90 tanks by 2018 and up to 1000 domestic tanks while replacing current APC and IFV with domestic, US and Russian vehicles with delivery's starting in late 2015. The military also started the 5 billion artillery deals to purchase thousands of different artillery pieces for the army along with MLRS.<br/><br/>Helicopters became a major focus as well despite cutting said fund to purchase up to 80 more SU-30 and up to 100 more Rafael's the Helicopter force aimed to purchase 600 new copters by 2016 with domestic and Foreign designed gear for all three branches to replace older copters. The Indian air force also got new modern transports and dozens of UACV and such for extended operations.<br/><br/>The Navy was based on the purchase of dozens of more ships then needed but the government still wanted it so they increased the numbers and threw more money at it... The Indian soldiers themselves decided to copy the Mexican future soldier program because India is lazy...<br/><br/>Today was the day of suppleness in the country as the nation felt safe as the Chinese civil war started to end. The nation remained neutral but sided against the nation as China was they're rival but because of this the nation could now focus on they're main enemy...Pakistan...."
2359,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1000,2014-12-29T13:46:00,Protector Galactics,"The Chinese used the ceasefire as an opportunity to get supplies to the troops. Rations finally arrived. A supply line was made From Golmud to Lhasa. Ammunition was being moved by train. Troops dug in their trenches for a long month. If the Peace Talks went bad. Chinese Defensive will be ready.<br/><br/>In North China, people are starving they don't have the proper supplies to keep their people alive. They only have a military of 800,000 men. President Xi was sick. His final orders were to help North Korea to attack South Korea. Meanwhile The lost Inner Mongolia And started to loose Manchuria. Both states became independent nations. Only 100,000 troops made it to North Korea before the nation collapsed. The General had a letter for the North Korean government.<br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>To: North Korea<br/>From North China<br/>I give you these brave men to fight along side you. By the time you get this we will no longer exist. This is my final gift to you.<br/>President Xi</div></blockquote><br/>Beijing soon collapsed Causing different nations to rise where North China use to stand. Communism soon collapsed in China. A new era was bound for China.<br/><br/>Meanwhile in Shanghai, Delayette's political adviser was attending the meeting for him. The table was ready for negotiations.<br/><br/>Back in France Delayette was heavily guarded he was reunited with his family and is bringing them back to China. But he wanted to enjoy Europe while he can. His next stop was Switzerland Switzerland was the place where he kept his 5 billion dollars. He had to collect a few million for an operation that might change he world. Delayette was friends with the Canadian Defense Minister. He needed his help for the operation.<br/><br/>Back at the factories minor damage was made at the machines. Production continued and Chinese moral was unbreakable. China prepared its missiles to strike the ships in return if the peace talks went wrong. Only 32 factories faced major damage but soon repairs went underway. The U.S caused Northern China's collapse. The biggest China was South China. And they fueled the other Smaller nations in the region."
2360,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1000,2014-12-29T15:27:00,Cyanide Republic,"Protest in Denver grew larger and larger as more troops were being sent to Tibet. Riots sprung outside the Capital Building. As tear gas fell on the people riots grew larger People had there signs up all over the city. Some places in Denver were looted. Stores were forced to close because of the riots. The Biggest riots were at Buckley Air Force Base and Fort Collins. Bars and Restaurants didn't attend soldiers. The Protest would only calm down at the middle of the night. In one apartment complex a fire was started and started to burn the building to the ground. People blew up gas and electric pipes that powered the Capital Building. Denver was a mess. People held signs saying: ""Get the<span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">HELL</span>icopters out of Tibet!"" Protestor clearly wanted a new ideology in the nation. They wanted Krenzianism. The Ideology that was created by the South Chinese. Other Protestors were on the side of the Chinese and wanted the U.S to stop fighting them."
2361,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1000,2014-12-29T21:32:00,Protector Galactics,The Railgun testing was now expected to finish in 2 months. Along with it was the designs of the worlds first Super Sonic Torpedo. The way it worked was like a missile. The Torpedo creates a air bubble around it to launch. Once the buble is made. It Ram Engines sucks air in and out circulating around the Torpedo. Then The Torpedo may possibly reach the speed of. Mach 8. By the time the torpedo activates it's already next to the hull of the enemy submarine. Only blueprints are being planned out. The First Prototype would be finished by December 2018. The EMP testing is growing to a test. They planned to test their first prototype on The U.S-Tibetan army. This was going to follow by China's plan for an unexpected offensive on a major Holiday of the Day of the Dragon. Which China and Tibet both celebrate every 50 years. China launches it's first upgraded warship. Along with the ships upgrade was a Super Warship. The Chinese called it the Black Scorpion. The Designs of it is Top Secret.
2362,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1025,2014-12-30T10:32:00,Of The Rnclave,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">ASIACOM</span></span><br/><br/>Air and Naval elements will continue their strikes, we're going at another strike just like the one before, but changed in its focus, industry's still going to be a focus for these strikes, but we have word they will be testing an EMP soon, so, a MOAB is going to end that here and now. If these strikes go like before, we should be able to wipe these fuckers out before the cease fire takes effect, it starts tomorrow night, so we have..... 8 hours to inflict as much damage as we can, good luck boys, this is an important move. The B-1's and B-2's will leave first, followed by the B-52's, they will strike the industrial centers this time, Taiwan and Guam will play the same role as before, and they will launch hypersonic missiles at the coast for a distraction , attacking coastal defenses and naval yards, making them think we're co in for those again, but boy will they be wrong.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">EMP TESTING BASE</span></span><br/><br/>The B-2 Spirit slipped silently thought the night, it's two MOABS locked in and ready to go when it's was given the go ahead. The pilots could see the base now, a large complex, reinforced by the looks of it, but the MOABs would have no problem there, they were called Mother of all Bombs for a reason, and the Chinese would learn soon enough. At 3:30'am, the B-2 released the bomb, it falling quickly through the air, a second following it, the two bombs mere 30 second slater lighting the early morning air up with a hellish flash.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">ABOVE INDUSTRIAL CENTERS</span></span><br/><br/>All over China, B-52's and B-1 Lancers dropped bomb after bomb onto Industrial centers, and anything else deemed strategically important, the bombers went about their jobs, dropping the bombs in an endless freak upon the factories and steel mills, anything important to the war effort, some massive crop fields have been targeted as well by the pilots, already that had taken some pretty bad casualties, 57 so far,and worsening as morning came, but they were almost done, they had a job to finish, and they would at any cost.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">GUAM</span></span><br/><br/>As in Taiwan, American forces in Guam and the Naval boats stationed there, unleashed their payloads about the same time, managing to correct the problem form last time and launching their missiles simultaneously upon South China. These missiles were hypersonic for this round of streaked, this damage needed to be powerful enough to force China to the table. In larger number, but still not clear to the number of regular missile as sent last time. These strikes were aimed at coastal defenses making it impossible for the American navy to perform strikes and operate within the area, which hopefully with those air and sea offensive would allow better operation within the region, as in Taiwan, the missiles streaked out into the morning sun destined for China."
2363,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1025,2014-12-30T12:00:00,The New Byzantine,"The CPP leader, Bernabe Buscayno said that the peace negotiations with the Philippine government is over."
2364,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1025,2014-12-30T13:58:00,The Greater Gambia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Iritrian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22914774#p22914774"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22902796#p22902796"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Karimo sat down in the chair across from the man. ""You are a hard man to track down, but when you decide to show yourself, you make yourself known. First off, let me explain my organization. The African Freedom Party is a group dedicated to removing The foriegn puppet governments in Africa. We have come down south to your neck of the woods because you are fighting the last white president in Africa, a relic of a bygone age. Here is what we're proposing, we will supply you with weapons, supplies, and funding. Am I correct to presume that you have heard of the Banjul Market Bombing a month ago?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""The Banjul Market bombings? I've heard of them but I know very little information regarding them. A lot of us Zambians are excluded from modern telecommunications which prevents us from getting any necessary information about many situations in the world.<br/>Anyway, I don't believe I have properly introduced myself, in a formal manor of course. I am Rick Colemen leader and General of the Iritrian Resistance Fighters, we hope to achieve our own government and independence from the Zambian people. I do regret taking these... more extreme and radical approaches for our ideology, but its the best way for our ideals to be heard, even if they aren't in the lightest sense. You've met Jeff already, my second in command and manages the secondary communications and administration, while also being a key advisor, he recommended the barracks attack here. <br/>But enough about that, we need to focus of priorities right now, your organization, where are you based in? Like country or regions so we can judge how... helpful this alliance will be for us.""<br/><br/>(OOC: Just to let you know I am currently on holiday and have spotty WiFi connectivity atm, so if I fail to reply to posts or read the news, that is why.)</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""We're not really based anywhere."" Karimo responded."" Most of our forces at the moment are in Nigeria, where we have an agreement with the Nigerian Mafia.We also have contacts throughout the continent, people who have realized that they can't really live without us and our...""advantages""."
2365,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1025,2014-12-30T14:07:00,Marsisian,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">UNPC Temporary Headquarters, Strasbourg, France</span></div><br/><br/>The first meeting of the Peacekeeping Corps' leaders met in Strasbourg while their actual headquarters was being built in Cologne. ""Gentlemen. I trust you all know why you are here."" The men nodded silently. ""Good. The war in Tibet has brought uncountable death and destruction to the region, and intervention by the Americans has only made the situation worse. Therefore, we shall challenge the belligerents of the war and force a ceasefire onto them."" Putting a map of China down onto the table, he pointed to the border between Tibet and China.<br/><br/>""I want a force of 29,000 combat personnel and 15,000 noncombat troops to be placed along the border. A one mile demilitarized zone will be formed and that will prevent any men from fighting. Any soldiers not part of the UNPC will be executed."" ""Sir, that might be a bit harsh."" ""Is protecting civilians and trying to end the war harsh?"" ""Well, n-"" ""Exactly. I want the force deployed in China by the end of the week. Ask UN nations to send troops to bolster the expeditionary force."""
2366,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1025,2014-12-30T14:25:00,Kargintina,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Hobart, Tasmania</span><br/>The Australian forces, surrounded and outgunned, surrendered to the TPA. The TPA rounded up every Australian soldiers they could find and prepared them for shipping to Paterson Barracks, which had been taken over and was in the process of being turned into a POW camp. The TPA began celebrating their victory. Another video was broadcast to Australia.<br/><br/>""At long last people of Australia, we have won our independence from your unjust clutches, and soon Canberra will burn, and your imperialism shall end! Long live the new People's Republic of Tasmania!""<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">The video goes static for a few seconds, before the flag of PR Tasmania appeared.</span><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://img2.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20120509145436/althistory/images/0/00/Independent_Communist_Australian_flag.jpg""/></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Canberra, Australia</span><br/>The Australian military officially instated a military draft, and all males ages 17-40 must serve two years in the military. The Australian military has begun preparations for the retaking of Tasmania."
2367,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1025,2014-12-30T15:16:00,Of The Rnclave,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #FF0000"">Official Declaration by the Commander of US Forces in China </span></span></div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: <span style=""color: #0000FF"">Any and all UNPC Forces in or coming to China</span> <br/><br/>The word of your intervention comes at bad time for us. The USA is on the verge of a cease fire, as well as readying to free the final land still taken from Tibet, the rightful owner. That is why, no matter your presence, the US counter offensive will continue, any actions undertaken by your forces hindering or against US forces in the region, will be considered an <span style=""color: #FF0000"">Act of War</span> we have come to the negation table with South China and would prefer it not ruined in the eve of. Keep this is in mind when you deploy.<br/><br/>Commander of US Forces in China</blockquote>"
2368,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1025,2014-12-30T15:21:00,Marsisian,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To the Commander of US forces in China<br/><br/>So be it. If you wish to hinder an international effort to stop the senseless murdering of civilians across China then an act of war it is. Keep this in mind when you encounter our forces in China. Your negotiations won't be ruined. We are trying to set up a demilitarized zone in order to stop the fighting.<br/><br/>Commander of UNPC Expeditionary Force China</blockquote>"
2369,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1025,2014-12-30T15:25:00,Of The Rnclave,"<blockquote><div><cite>Marsisian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22965486#p22965486"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To the Commander of US forces in China<br/><br/>So be it. If you wish to hinder an international effort to stop the senseless murdering of civilians across China then an act of war it is. Keep this in mind when you encounter our forces in China. Your negotiations won't be ruined. We are trying to set up a demilitarized zone in order to stop the fighting.<br/><br/>Commander of UNPC Expeditionary Force China</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To Commander of UNPC Forces<br/><br/>I am not speaking of troop movements, our recon flights must be allowed through, any actions hindering their flights to track Chinese movements during these coming weeks of the Cease fire, will be considered a hostile action, and will hinder the creation of a free Tibet, we will not act if our recon flights and patrols are allowed to continue their flights unhindered.</blockquote>"
2370,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1025,2014-12-30T15:26:00,Marsisian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Of The Rnclave <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22965537#p22965537"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Marsisian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22965486#p22965486"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To the Commander of US forces in China<br/><br/>So be it. If you wish to hinder an international effort to stop the senseless murdering of civilians across China then an act of war it is. Keep this in mind when you encounter our forces in China. Your negotiations won't be ruined. We are trying to set up a demilitarized zone in order to stop the fighting.<br/><br/>Commander of UNPC Expeditionary Force China</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To Commander of UNPC Forces<br/><br/>I am not speaking of troop movements, our recon flights must be allowed through, any actions hindering their flights to track Chinese movements during these coming weeks of the Cease fire, will be considered a hostile action, and will hinder the creation of a free Tibet, we will not act if our recon flights and patrols are allowed to continue their flights unhindered.</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To Commander of US Forces in China<br/><br/>Very well. Your recon flights will be allowed to continue their flights without action by us.</blockquote>"
2371,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1025,2014-12-30T15:29:00,Australian Antarctica,"With the Cease-Fire underway, the Tibetan military is re arming and reorganizing. Of the 300,000 troops at the begining of the war, 250,000 remain. Tibetan soldiers are escorting civilians in and out of the country to retrieve anything lost in the mass evacuation. They also began digging and reenforceing their tunnels secretly. More were being dug in and around Lhasa with 100,000 men helping. The military currently has 150 Captured APCs, 500 Humvess, and 70 Tanks. All are in operational order."
2372,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1025,2014-12-30T15:39:00,Of The Rnclave,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22965592#p22965592"">wrote</a>:</cite>With the Cease-Fire underway, the Tibetan military is re arming and reorganizing. Of the 300,000 troops at the begining of the war, 250,000 remain. Tibetan soldiers are escorting civilians in and out of the country to retrieve anything lost in the mass evacuation. They also began digging and reenforceing their tunnels secretly. More were being dug in and around Lhasa with 100,000 men helping. The military currently has 150 Captured APCs, 500 Humvess, and 70 Tanks. All are in operational order.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>The Commander quickly ordered the USMC troops to begin helping the Tibetan soldiers reinforce the base and bases, using excavators and other tools to dig places to move the Tanks and Planes underground, as well as reinforcing the base most of the soldiers resided in. All US bombers and Jets were ordered to be armed and ready to fly or fight at any moment, and the same order was given to the troops and bases all over Asia. Satellite footage over Chinese troop movements and supply caches were kept within sight as much as possible as the USA moved to Defcon two for negotiations. The Commander of US Forces contacted the Tibet commander<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">What is your opinion of the UN presence here? What will we do if it comes to blows during the cease fire? If it fails to accomplish anything? </span>he asked over radio"
2373,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1025,2014-12-30T15:59:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Of The Rnclave <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22965717#p22965717"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22965592#p22965592"">wrote</a>:</cite>With the Cease-Fire underway, the Tibetan military is re arming and reorganizing. Of the 300,000 troops at the begining of the war, 250,000 remain. Tibetan soldiers are escorting civilians in and out of the country to retrieve anything lost in the mass evacuation. They also began digging and reenforceing their tunnels secretly. More were being dug in and around Lhasa with 100,000 men helping. The military currently has 150 Captured APCs, 500 Humvess, and 70 Tanks. All are in operational order.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>The Commander quickly ordered the USMC troops to begin helping the Tibetan soldiers reinforce the base and bases, using excavators and other tools to dig places to move the Tanks and Planes underground, as well as reinforcing the base most of the soldiers resided in. All US bombers and Jets were ordered to be armed and ready to fly or fight at any moment, and the same order was given to the troops and bases all over Asia. Satellite footage over Chinese troop movements and supply caches were kept within sight as much as possible as the USA moved to Defcon two for negotiations. The Commander of US Forces contacted the Tibet commander<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">What is your opinion of the UN presence here? What will we do if it comes to blows during the cease fire? If it fails to accomplish anything? </span> he asked over radio</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Main Tibetan Base, South of Lhasa</span></span><br/>The large complex of over 50 Square miles of tunnels and at least 100 exits covered just 10 square total miles above ground. It was over 100 feet underground and was reinforced with Steel and Concrete. Mortars and AA guns are hidden in small 'caves' to defend against attack as well as 500 MG nests. 200,000 men reside here with the 50,000 remaining at the Airbase north of Lhasa. The Tibetan commander responded to the american<span style=""font-style: italic"">As long as they do not hinder our independence or aid the Chinese, we are fine with it.</span>"
2374,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1025,2014-12-30T16:40:00,The Greater Gambia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Marsisian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22964626#p22964626"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">UNPC Temporary Headquarters, Strasbourg, France</span></div><br/><br/>The first meeting of the Peacekeeping Corps' leaders met in Strasbourg while their actual headquarters was being built in Cologne. ""Gentlemen. I trust you all know why you are here."" The men nodded silently. ""Good. The war in Tibet has brought uncountable death and destruction to the region, and intervention by the Americans has only made the situation worse. Therefore, we shall challenge the belligerents of the war and force a ceasefire onto them."" Putting a map of China down onto the table, he pointed to the border between Tibet and China.<br/><br/> ""I want a force of 29,000 combat personnel and 15,000 noncombat troops to be placed along the border. A one mile demilitarized zone will be formed and that will prevent any men from fighting. Any soldiers not part of the UNPC will be executed."" ""Sir, that might be a bit harsh."" ""Is protecting civilians and trying to end the war harsh?"" ""Well, n-"" ""Exactly. I want the force deployed in China by the end of the week. Ask UN nations to send troops to bolster the expeditionary force.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: UNPC<br/>From:President Boro Jobateh of the Republic of The Gambia<br/><br/>I would like to offer our support to the establishment of a DMZ in the Chinese conflict. Tibet was one of the first countries to recognize the GLP's regime and the Chinese sent troops that fought and died along with our own forces in the battle of Janjanbureh. Us Gambians remember those that have helped us and we would like to do anything we can to help end the suffering of everyone involved in this conflict, whether they be Chinese, Tibetan, or American. While we can't offer much, we can lend 100 GAF soldiers to aid in peacekeeping. Most of our troops are seasoned veterans of the civil war, though hopefully they won't have to rely on their experience to complete the mission. Thank you and please respond with haste.</blockquote>"
2375,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1025,2014-12-30T16:42:00,Marsisian,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22966310#p22966310"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Marsisian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22964626#p22964626"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">UNPC Temporary Headquarters, Strasbourg, France</span></div><br/><br/>The first meeting of the Peacekeeping Corps' leaders met in Strasbourg while their actual headquarters was being built in Cologne. ""Gentlemen. I trust you all know why you are here."" The men nodded silently. ""Good. The war in Tibet has brought uncountable death and destruction to the region, and intervention by the Americans has only made the situation worse. Therefore, we shall challenge the belligerents of the war and force a ceasefire onto them."" Putting a map of China down onto the table, he pointed to the border between Tibet and China.<br/><br/> ""I want a force of 29,000 combat personnel and 15,000 noncombat troops to be placed along the border. A one mile demilitarized zone will be formed and that will prevent any men from fighting. Any soldiers not part of the UNPC will be executed."" ""Sir, that might be a bit harsh."" ""Is protecting civilians and trying to end the war harsh?"" ""Well, n-"" ""Exactly. I want the force deployed in China by the end of the week. Ask UN nations to send troops to bolster the expeditionary force.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: UNPC<br/>From:President Boro Jobateh of the Republic of The Gambia<br/><br/>I would like to offer our support to the establishment of a DMZ in the Chinese conflict. Tibet was one of the first countries to recognize the GLP's regime and the Chinese sent troops that fought and died along with our own forces in the battle of Janjanbureh. Us Gambians remember those that have helped us and we would like to do anything we can to help end the suffering of everyone involved in this conflict, whether they be Chinese, Tibetan, or American. While we can't offer much, we can lend 100 GAF soldiers to aid in peacekeeping. Most of our troops are seasoned veterans of the civil war, though hopefully they won't have to rely on their experience to complete the mission. Thank you and please respond with haste.</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To the Gambia<br/>From the UNPC<br/><br/>Greetings,<br/><br/>Very well. Please send your troops to link up with ours. From there they will be reequipped with UNPC standard weapons and uniforms.</blockquote>"
2376,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1025,2014-12-30T17:03:00,Protector Galactics,A tunnel is dug in front of Lhasa. The tunnel is being filled with concrete to prevent anyone from digging around. Millions of men are being brought from China to construct a deep bunker. The Bunker is made for ammunition storage. 2 million men were being mobilized to Lhasa with a heavy supply line. Troops in Lhasa were on high alert. During the ceasefire troops had SAMs and AAA ready.<br/>The first fleet came out of shipyards heavily armed. The Submarines opened their hatches aimed at Taiwan and Guam. Anything can happen during the peace talks. China was well guarded.
2377,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1025,2014-12-30T19:23:00,Cyanide Republic,Riots in Denver grew larger. Police were being beaten down. People put the Krenzian flag on top of the Denver Capital building. The airport has bin taken over. The TSA forces were out numbered. Planes were hijacked. The trains station were also ceased by the angry mobs. Buckley Air Force base fence were teared down by the public as massive crowds storm the base. An explosion blew up the Ammo barracks and a jet nearby. Moltovs were thrown to the nearest crowd of U.S airmen.
2378,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1025,2014-12-30T20:18:00,Mangjukoia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Tokyo, Japan</span><br/><br/>While reading up on reports on his Asian neighbors, Kobo started to have a slight fear of being a target of attack within the conflict in China. Relations with India would need strengthening as they can be a powerful ally and a possible deterrent of invasion.<br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""To India""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Message from: Japan<br/>Message to: India<br/><br/>We would like to strengthen our relations with your nation. It would be very beneficial for both of our peoples and nations. Perhaps we could start with helping each other in industry or transportation?</blockquote></div></div></div><br/>In a response to the the Chinese conflict, he had consulted his Minister of Defense on the matter through Naval means. Kobo wanting to have a new warship design created, had the idea turned down by the minister, being told that it would be expensive and too late if the construction were to begin now.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">""How about taking old designs such as the 'Super Yamato' and upgrading it to modern standards?"" Kobo asked.<br/><br/>""While it would cut down the cost of a new design, it would only be by a small amount and it would still take time to lay down. One of the regular Yamato-class ships took 2 years to complete."" The Defense Minister replied. ""A regular Yamato to modern standards would be easier, but it still would be expensive and would take 2 years to complete.""<br/><br/>""See what can be done. It is to be an assurance of the sovereignty of Japan and deterrence of invasion.""</blockquote>"
2379,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1025,2014-12-30T21:27:00,Zatak,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.gatewayhouse.in/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/japan_india_flag.jpg""/><br/><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;"">New Delhi, India<br/>Thursday, May, 22, 2016<br/>10:20 AM</span></div><br/><br/>The cars rolled by the capital of India as the morning sun beated down on the streets below like a torrent of flame on the sands of life that could only just moving forward.... forward.... that word was so commonplace for the people of this nation since to them we were part of some great leap forward where all are problems would go away all the suffering would sort of disappear into the night but those kinds of things never happen.<br/><br/>Narendra Damodardas Modi is the 15th and current Prime Minister of India, in office since May 2014. Modi, a leader of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), previously served as the Chief Minister of Gujarat state from 2001 to 2014. He is currently the Member of Parliament (MP) from Varanasi.<br/><br/>Modi led the BJP in the 2014 general election, which resulted in an outright majority for the BJP in the Lok Sabha (the lower house of the Indian parliament) – the last time that any party had secured an outright majority in the Lok Sabha was in 1984. Since then, Modi has also been credited for the BJP's electoral victories in the states of Haryana and Maharashtra in October 2014.<br/><br/>Modi is a Hindu Nationalist and a member of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS). He is a controversial figure both within India as well as internationally as his administration has been criticised for failing to act to prevent the 2002 Gujarat riots. Modi has been praised for his economic policies, which are credited with creating an environment for a high rate of economic growth in Gujarat. However, his administration has also been criticised for failing to make a significant positive impact upon the human development of the state.<br/><br/>The nation under Modi have done little in 2016 with the acceptation of sending 200 men to the UN operations in China but of course this was only for personal gain as India tried to fill the gap that China left while also trying to gain good with other Asian nations such as the next biggest power Japan....<br/><br/>The relations between the two have traditionally been strong. For centuries, the people of India and Japan have engaged in cultural exchanges, primarily as a result of Buddhism which spread indirectly from India to Japan, via China and Korea. During the Second World War, Subhas Chandra Bose's Indian National Army fought under the Japanese Imperial Army against the British. India is the largest recipient of Japanese official development assistance (ODA).<br/><br/>Political relations between the two nations have remained warm since India's independence. Japanese companies, such as Sony, Toyota, and Honda, have manufacturing facilities in India, and with the growth of the Indian economy, India is a big market for Japanese firms. Japanese firms in fact, were some of the first firms to invest in India. The most prominent Japanese company to have an investment in India is automobiles multinational Suzuki, which is in partnership with Indian automobiles company Maruti Suzuki, the largest car manufacturer in the Indian market, and a subsidiary of the Japanese company.<br/><br/>In December 2006, Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh's visit to Japan culminated in the signing of the ""Joint Statement Towards Japan-India Strategic and Global Partnership"". Japan has helped finance many infrastructure projects in India, most notably the Delhi Metro system. Indian applicants were welcomed in 2006 to the JET Programme, starting with just one slot available in 2006 and 41 in 2007. Also, in the year 2007, the Japanese Self-Defence Forces and the Indian Navy took part in a joint naval exercise in the Indian Ocean, known as Malabar 2007, which also involved the naval forces of Australia, Singapore and the United States. The year 2007 was declared ""India-Japan Friendship Year.""<br/><br/>According to a 2013 BBC World Service Poll, 42% of Japanese people think India's international impact is mainly positive, with 4% considering it negative.<br/><br/>In August 2000, Japanese Prime Minister Mori visited India. At this meeting, Japan and India agreed to establish ""Japan-India Global Partnership in the 21st Century."" Indian Prime Minister Vajpayee visited Japan in December, 2001, where both Prime Ministers issued ""Japan-India Joint Declaration"", consisting of high-level dialogue, economic co-operation, and military and anti-terrorism co-operation. In April, 2005, Japanese Prime Minister Koizumi visited India and signed Joint Statement ""Japan-India Partnership in the New Asian Era: Strategic Orientation of Japan-India Global Partnership"" with Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh.<br/><br/>Japan is currently India’s fourth largest source of foreign direct investment; Japanese companies have made cumulative investments of around $2.6 billion in India since 1991. The 2007 annual survey conducted by the Japan Bank for International Co-operation ranked India as the most promising overseas investment destination for Japanese companies over the long term. In recent years, Japan has assisted India in infrastructure development projects such as the Delhi Metro Rail Project. Both sides are discussing the Delhi Mumbai Industrial Corridor Project and Dedicated Freight Corridor Projects on the Mumbai-Delhi and the Delhi-Howrah routes. The Japanese government has also expressed interest to help establish a Chennai-Bangalore Industrial corridor and a Dedicated Freight project in the south, connecting the cities of Bangalore and Chennai.<br/><br/>In October 2008, Japan signed an agreement with India under which it would provide the latter a low-interest loan worth US$4.5 billion to construct a railway project between Delhi and Mumbai. This is the single largest overseas project being financed by Japan and reflected growing economic partnership between the two nations. India is also one of the only three countries in the world with whom Japan has security pact, the other two being Australia and the United States. As of March 2006, Japan was the third largest investor in India with an estimated total investment of US$2.12 billion.<br/><br/>Kenichi Yoshida, a director of Softbridge Solutions Japan, stated in late 2009 that Indian engineers were becoming the backbone of Japan's IT industry and that ""it is important for Japanese industry to work together with India."" In November 2009, the Japanese steel manufacturer JFE Steel agreed to partner with JSW Steel, India's third-largest steel producer, to construct a joint steel plant in West Bengal.<br/><br/>During Prime Minister Manmohan Singh's visit to Japan in 2010, both countries agreed to foster increased business exchanges, people-to-people contact and signed a memorandum of understanding to simplify visa procedures for each other's citizens. Under the memorandum, any Japanese coming to India for business or work will be straightway granted a three-year visa and similar procedures will be followed by Japan.[30] Other highlights of this visit includes abolition of customs duties on 94 per cent of trade between the two nations over the next decade. As per the agreement, tariffs will be removed on almost 90 per cent of Japan's exports to India and 97 per cent of India's exports to Japan<br/><br/>Trade between the two nations has also steadily been growing.<br/><br/>India and Japan also have close military ties. They have shared interests in maintaining the security of sea-lanes in the Asia-Pacific and Indian Ocean, and in co-operation for fighting international crime, terrorism, piracy and proliferation of weapons of mass destruction. The two nations have frequently held joint military exercises and co-operate on technology. India and Japan concluded a security pact on 22 October 2008.<br/><br/>Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe is seen by some to be an ""Indophile"" and, with rising tensions in territorial disputes with Japan's neighbors, has advocated closer security cooperation with India.<br/><br/>In July 2014, the Indian Navy participated in Exercise Malabar with the Japanese and US navies, reflecting shared perspectives on Indo-Pacific maritime security. India is also negotiating to purchase US-2 amphibious aircraft for the Indian Navy.<br/><br/>Japan and India have strong cultural ties, based mainly on Japanese Buddhism, which remains widely practiced through Japan today. The two nations announced 2007, the 50th anniversary year of Indo-Japan Cultural Agreement, as the Indo-Japan Friendship and Tourism-Promotion Year, holding cultural events in both the countries.<br/><br/>Osamu Tezuka, kamisama of manga wrote biographical manga Buddha from 1972 to 1983. Recently, Japan has also supported the reconstruction of Nalanda University, an ancient Buddhist centre of learning and has agreed to provide financial assistance, and recently approached the Indian government with a proposal.<br/><br/>Bollywood has become more popular among the Japanese people in recent decades, and the Indian yogi and pacifist Dhalsim is one of the most popular characters in the Japanese video game series Street Fighter. Starting from July 3, 2014 Japan issues multiple entry visas for the short term stay of Indian nationals.<br/><br/>The letter from Japan was a surprise and while India had<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Invited the USA and nations of Asia-Pacific to a meeting and wargames in early july</span>the Indian government was very happy to give a response so that they may spread the wings of they're power and fly into the title of Asian power.<br/><br/><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value="" To Japan""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""Center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://img4.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20141010201900/conworld/images/c/c5/India_seal.jpg""/></div><hr/><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;""><div align=""Center"">A Official Message from the Indian Ministry of External Affairs <hr/><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""> ""Satyameva Jayate""</span></span></div></span><hr/><span style=""font-size: 100%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #00FF00"">To: The Nation of Japan</span><br/><span style=""color: #0040FF"">From: Minister of External affairs Smt. Sushma Swaraj</span><br/><span style=""color: #FF0000"">Subject: Response to Relations</span><br/><span style=""color: #FFBF00"">Notice: Extreme</span><br/><span style=""color: #00FFFF"">Encryption: None</span></span><br/><br/>Address: Raisina Hill, New Delhi <br/>Address Code: 98674<br/>Phone Number: 91 11 23011127,23011165<br/>Email; <a href=""mailto:sushmaswaraj@hotmail.com"">sushmaswaraj@hotmail.com</a> <br/>Fax; +91 11 23011463 <hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;"">Greetings Japan<br/><br/>For all the world’s focus on China’s ascendancy, the developing strategic and economic entente between Japan and India may be just as important in shaping Asia’s future as the rise of their giant neighbor. “India and Japan have a shared vision of a rising Asia,” said Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh in a speech earlier this year. No region has seen a similar “rise in freedom, opportunity, and prosperity over the last half century.” But nowhere else are threats to these values more at risk, given the instabilities posed by China’s emergence, and the potential for conflict among distrustful Asian powers.<br/><br/>In many respects, India and Japan could not be more different. One has more poor people than any other nation on earth. The other was the first non-Western society to fully modernize. The order and discipline of Japanese society contrast vividly with the hustle and bustle of India’s cities. India is the world’s youngest big country, while Japan is aging more rapidly than any other developed society. India’s traditional foreign policy of non-alignment and opposition to Western hegemony in world affairs contrasts with Japan’s status as a model U.S. ally for over 60 years. Japan remains shackled by its postwar pacifist constitution and normative constraints on the use of military force; India is a state with nuclear weapons that is engaged in one of the world’s largest conventional military buildups.<br/><br/>Yet the complementarities between the two powers on opposite ends of the Asian landmass are equally striking. Japan is a capital-rich, technology superpower; India has teeming supplies of human capital and the world’s largest labor pool. Japan has the world’s most advanced infrastructure, while India’s own requirements exceed in scale those of any other country. Unlike many other Asian societies who suffered the effects of Japanese militarism before 1945, Indians comfortably acknowledge that they do not have “history issues” with Japan of the kind that color Tokyo’s relations with nations across East and Southeast Asia.<br/><br/>In many respects, a strategic and economic partnership with India could catalyze Japan’s renewal as a 21st century great power — one no longer as dependent on the United States, and one better diversified to compete with emerging economies. For India’s modernizing leaders, few countries afford a better prospect for a development partnership than the nation at the forefront of the industrial and technological revolutions that have transformed the face of Asia. Perhaps most fundamentally, as rival civilization-states to China and victims of territorial conflict with it, Japan and India have the most to lose from potential Chinese hegemony in Asia — and the most to gain from working together, and with the West, to ensure that the future Asian order remains pluralistic rather than Sinocentric.<br/><br/>Like Japan, India has a strong interest in sustaining and strengthening the liberal international economic order that will allow it to deepen flows of trade and investment abroad in order to catalyze development at home. As Singh said in Tokyo last May, “India needs Japanese technology and investment. In turn, India offers increasing opportunities for the growth and globalization of Japanese companies for the overall prosperity and growth of Japan…. There are strong synergies between our economies, which need an open, rule-based international trading system to prosper.”<br/><br/>In 2007, Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe gave a speech to the Indian parliament in which he emphasized “the confluence of the two seas” — the Indian and Pacific Oceans — tying Japan and India together in this era of globalization. He stressed that both countries “share fundamental values such as freedom, democracy, and respect for human rights as well as strategic interests.” And he highlighted how a grand “Arc of Freedom and Prosperity” connected Japan in the east to India in the south to Europe in the west. Such a network of powerful democracies acting in concert could decisively shape the 21st century. Discarding India’s traditional non-alignment, Singh recently stressed “shared values and shared interests” in explaining that Indians “see Japan as a natural and indispensable partner in our quest for stability and peace in the vast region in Asia that is washed by the Pacific and Indian Oceans.” The Obama administration joined with both countries in 2011 to launch a trilateral strategic dialogue.<br/><br/>As uncontested U.S. primacy in Asia gives way to intensified geopolitical competition with China, the United States and Europe have a strategic interest in stronger relations with and among like-minded Indo-Pacific powers capable of sustaining a liberal regional order. Beyond common interests, India and Japan happen to share common values with the West. Indeed, more people live under democracy in Asia than anywhere else. In this sense, Japan and India look more like Asia’s future; China’s authoritarian political order and state-directed development look more like its past.<br/><br/>The recent conflicts have shown a need for increased relations and as such we believe are talks of these should be in person so as such we ask for you to visit are great capital in the coming week so we can talk about this more. A good way to further this is the creation of a joint military exercise while you visit us. We believe with China weakened that us as Asian nations must remember are roots and connections and stick together in hopes of preventing a form of 'Cold War"".<br/><br/></span><hr/><span style=""font-size: 130%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Signed,</span><br/></span><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-size: 125%; line-height: 116%;"">Indian Ministry of External Affairs </span></span></span><hr/></blockquote></div></div></div>"
2380,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1025,2014-12-31T01:27:00,Mattijana,"The North Korean army was now holed up in the northern provinces, but with alleged support having arrived from China, the southern generals wanted time to see how many soldiers had gathered. They therefore,to relief of the NK leaders, declared a 4 day cease-fire.<br/>Park Geun-Hye also heard that the North Chinese state had folded. Good news for when this conflict had ended."
2381,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1025,2014-12-31T01:52:00,Protector Galactics,"The work force in China was growing. Moral was at it's highest. A bunch of factories were affected by the American strikes but production was still on its way. Delayette arrived back in China with his family. He brought the leaders of every Chinese state to Shanghai.<br/>""Gentlemen this is a very special day. We will no longer be named China. China is a thing of the past we are all here to bond together. We shall all have our own economies ways of living and freedom. For the past months we were at war. Together we can finish it. Together we can accomplish great things. This is the birth of a new empire. A new era. A new hope. Together we can do our own guidance. We will stick together as a commonwealth. I invited all of you here for the creation of a new empire. This paper right here is its birth. We shall live happy be happy and stay happy. Because victory is near. I. Marquette Francis Delayette sign this document of Constitution of The Krenzian Union.""<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>The people of the Krenzian Union is born under equality of free rights and is born under guard of the Unions Army. The people of the Krenzian Union are given the choice to go to war or not. The people have their own freedom of Privacy. The press cannot invade privacy of the people unless allowed to. The press is free to privacy of corporations. And of the <br/>Unioms government. Government secrets are not to be kept silent for a year. This establish trust between the people and the government. Welfare is not allowed in the Union. People must work for their wealth and survival. Only people truly in need are under the protection of the government. The people have the right to bare arms. Peoples security can be insured by personal firearms. The government cannot take away fire arms without permission of the owner. People can have privacy of personal equipment. The government can not inspect private equipment unless permission of the owner. This hereby states the peoples rights of the Krenzian Union.<br/><br/>Signed, M.Delayette</div></blockquote><br/>""Gentlemen this we celebrate as the birth of a new empire!""<br/>The document was passed around the room to be signed. Delayette was called the Union Leader. This will be his temporary title until he thinks of one. The Krenzian Union unified China into a new free regime."
2382,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1025,2014-12-31T07:18:00,Fascist Republic Of Bermuda,"OOC: By ZATAK's orders, ignoring the post about Pyongyang.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Front, North Korea</span><br/><br/>Of course, the South Koreans had the tech advantage. They had the element of surprise. But even as South Korean forces attacked the DMZ, more than 500 artillery pieces had sent rains of fire down upon Seoul. Even as the DMZ was breached, the millions of reservists were mobilized. Even as South Koreans pushed North, armaments that had not been active since the Korean War were activated. By the time the South Koreans reached Sariwon, over 5 million men were surging against the South Koreans.<br/><br/>The battles were not tactical masterpieces. They were sloppy. Entire towns disappeared under artillery fire, large swaths of screaming, under-equipped men running straight into machine guns, MiG-21s fruitlessly tangling with F-16s, Mosin Nagants and T-72s fighting against K2s and . But the sheer waves of men the South Koreans encountered sent the front line screaming back towards the DMZ. By the time the old DMZ was reached, over half a million North Koreans lay dead. The terrain to the Northerner's backs was a wasteland, littered with shell craters and burnt-out husks of what were once proud military fighting vehicles.<br/><br/>Round two, it would seem, to the North.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Pyongyang, North Korea</span><br/><br/>It was obvious that Kim Jong-Un hadn't slept well in a while. Bags under his eyes, a distinct hobble, and his body language all pointed to his insomnia. Regardless of his insomnia, he stepped out to the podium and began his speech.<br/><br/>""People of Korea, our time is at hand! The Imperialists attacked us without a word! But we will show them! Even as I speak, our brave forces fight the Imperialists back on all fronts! We will win! We will have peace or we will raze Seoul to the ground! Long live the Democratic People's Republic! Long live Juche!""<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""South Korea""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><div align=""center""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Official Communique Of The Korean Government</span></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/3/3c/Emblem_of_North_Korea.svg/300px-Emblem_of_North_Korea.svg.png""/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">To:</span> <span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The President of the Republic of Korea</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Encryption:</span> <br/><span style=""color: #0080FF"">LOW</span><br/>Salutations, President Park Geun-hye-<br/><br/>You steaming into our proud and peaceful nation without so much as a declaration has not gone unnoticed by us or our military. As we speak, our glorious armed forces strike back against your Imperialist tools. But too much blood has already been split. We are willing to negotiate a peace treaty before the conflict gets too out of hand. Thank you for your time.<br/><br/>-Kim Jong-Un<br/>Supreme Leader of the DPRK</blockquote></div></div></div></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Italy""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><div align=""center""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Official Communique Of The Korean Government</span></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/3/3c/Emblem_of_North_Korea.svg/300px-Emblem_of_North_Korea.svg.png""/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">To:</span> <span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Syndicalist Italy</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Encryption:</span> <br/><span style=""color: #FF0000"">HIGH</span><br/>Salutations, Giovanni Messe-<br/><br/>We would be delighted and very thankful for your mercenaries. Our budget is 2 Million USD. Please send whatever troops this will buy. Thank you for your time.<br/><br/>-Kim Jong-Un<br/>Supreme Leader of the DPRK</blockquote></div></div></div></div>"
2383,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1025,2014-12-31T08:49:00,Chiata,"""Hey, you there! Stop!"" yelled Ciboto Orontu, a security guard working at the Kinshasa Government Building. An unknown had just sprinted out of the building, never a good sign. Ciboto began to run after the person.<br/><br/>""Possible bomb in the building, clear all! I need bomb squad unit here ASAP!"" went over the intercom as a guard in the building noticed the man set down the backpack and run.<br/><br/>Ciboto continued his pursuit and checked in his whereabouts. ""Officer Orontu, in pursuit of suspect. He's turning Russel Street, onto Contu Drive! I can catch him!"" Ciboto new the city like the pack of his hand. He had learned a lot from vigilantes that had tried making escapes through ally ways and other hidden roads. He cut through one such path and came out in front of the suspect. The person slammed into Ciboto at full speed, but Ciboto was braced and hit below the center of mass, sending the suspect flying over and he slammed into the hard concrete. The suspect was dazed for a while and Ciboto pulled out his tazer. The man reached for a wire around his neck that had some kind of object, what appeared to be a pill, on it. Ciboto hit the suspect with three hard thrusts from the tazer into his stomach. With each blow, the man's muscles involuntarily convulsed and he dropped his wire and became unconscious. ""You're not leaving this world that easily."" Ciboto searched the man and found a detonator, already pushed...<br/><br/>Officer Andre Mitlo had just phoned for the bomb squad to arrive at the government building, something no one wanted to hear. They would be here in four minutes at best. ""Get out of here!"" yelled Andre as hundreds of tourists and workers ran past the backpack towards the doors. Three more officers came wheeling into the room, two were security guards and one was a patrolmen from outside. ""Block the people from entering the main entrance, tell them to use a backdoor or emergency entrance. We don't know what this backpack is and we don't know if it will go off. For all we know, it's a dirty bomb,"" ordered Andre, head of security in the building. The flow of people stopped and it was Andre alone in the large room. He jogged to the backpack and unzipped it. There was a bomb inside! No timer, it was remotely detonated. It could go off any second. There were no high explosives in it, probably just a crude shrapnel weapon. Andre reached for his knife to separate the detonator from the receiver. Suddenly, a long tone came from the bomb. Without thinking, Andre took the bomb and put it by the pit of his stomach before covering with his body. The bomb went off with a dull thud.<br/><br/>Andre held his breath and counted his heartbeat. 1...2...3... Well, he wasn't dead. Not a shrapnel bomb than, must have been a stupid prank. Then Andre realized he could barely breath. The wind wasn't knocked out of him and there was a strange white powder covering him. His eye began to sting and soon were swollen shut. He managed to bring his radio to his now cracked and swollen lips and wheezed out ""Anthrax.""<br/><br/>Upon receiving thew news, a four block radius was cleared around the government building. The President had not been in the building at the time and all of parliament had been evacuated. 37 citizens were inside along with 4 officers. Chemical Control Squads were rushed in, wearing HAZMAT suits. All of the victims were rushed to a nearby hospital after wash down at the site and were treated in the contagious disease section. 13 of the 41 survived the incident, not one was an officer. The now proclaimed terrorist confessed to be a member of the United Darfur Liberation Front, which was all the DRC needed to hear. In an address, the President ordered for the shutdown of air traffic from Sudan to the DRC and urged for military action. The Parliament approved and an Army of 50,000 was ordered to work in coordination with the Sudan Army to wipe out the terrorist organization of the UDLF."
2384,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1025,2014-12-31T09:53:00,Iritrian,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22964528#p22964528"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Iritrian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22914774#p22914774"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""The Banjul Market bombings? I've heard of them but I know very little information regarding them. A lot of us Zambians are excluded from modern telecommunications which prevents us from getting any necessary information about many situations in the world.<br/>Anyway, I don't believe I have properly introduced myself, in a formal manor of course. I am Rick Colemen leader and General of the Iritrian Resistance Fighters, we hope to achieve our own government and independence from the Zambian people. I do regret taking these... more extreme and radical approaches for our ideology, but its the best way for our ideals to be heard, even if they aren't in the lightest sense. You've met Jeff already, my second in command and manages the secondary communications and administration, while also being a key advisor, he recommended the barracks attack here. <br/>But enough about that, we need to focus of priorities right now, your organization, where are you based in? Like country or regions so we can judge how... helpful this alliance will be for us.""<br/><br/>(OOC: Just to let you know I am currently on holiday and have spotty WiFi connectivity atm, so if I fail to reply to posts or read the news, that is why.)</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""We're not really based anywhere."" Karimo responded."" Most of our forces at the moment are in Nigeria, where we have an agreement with the Nigerian Mafia.We also have contacts throughout the continent, people who have realized that they can't really live without us and our...""advantages"".</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Your asking me to accept an alliance from a group of nomadic warriors?!"" Rick sounded with anger and frustration in his voice ""But, we do not want to create a new enemy while we are fighting our current enemy. We'll accept if you give us what your group intend to do and where."""
2385,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1025,2014-12-31T10:03:00,Elepis,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Tal Afar 5:45 AM</span><br/><br/>Kemal opened the rear doors of the Pars armoured personnel carrier and was greeted with a scene reminiscent of the Second World War. The auto cannon on top of the Pars fired on IS positions in the rubble of houses, rockets from BM-21 grads streaked across the night sky, causing large explosions where ever they landed. In the air, Turkish Viper attack helicopters launched suppressing fire on IS fighters whenever they crawled out from their shelters, disabling their ability to move around the battle field. Kemal took this all in in a second; he joined his men and advanced up the street, towards the heavy fighting at the centre of the city.<br/><br/>Kemal, took his 10 men down the side streets of the bombed out city. He looked up and saw an A-10 Thunderbolt fly slowly along, its 30mm Gatling gun blazing. Kemal continued down the side street, nearing the IS defensive positions. Suddenly as the entered a square near a Mosque a burst of fire rang out from a neat by hose. The sound of the gun indicating it was a Machine Gun, a second burst was fired, hitting one of Kemal’s men as the dived for cover. The Machine Gun rang out again, spraying a line of bullets just in front of Kemal’s hiding place. One of Kemal’s men radioed the air force for assistance and a single Viper flew over ahead, it hovered for a moment above the building and then fired 3 rockets at its roof, causing it to collapse. Kemal and his men continued down the side streets then arrived at their target, the Ishmael Mosque, the largest in the city and headquarters for the IS defences."
2386,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1025,2014-12-31T10:34:00,Mattijana,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Message to: DPRK<br/>Message from: Republic of Korea<br/>Encryption: Low<br/><br/>Dear Kim Jong Fun<br/><br/>You are beaten, but North Korean loyalty drags you on in this pointless conflict. Surrender now and my forces will spare you and your leaders. If you refuse, we will kill or imprison every last one of you who is alive. <br/><br/>Kind regards<br/><br/>Park Guey-Hye</blockquote><br/><br/>Ooc: Zatak said to declare a cease-fire from the situation up North.<br/><br/>Oh, and I won round two, you have a chance in round 3<img alt="":)"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_smile.gif"" title=""Smile""/>"
2387,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1050,2014-12-31T12:46:00,Kargintina,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/5/5f/Arms_of_Australia.jpg""/></div><br/>To: Prime Minister Narendra Damodardas Modi, Republic of India<br/>From: Prime Minister Tony Abbott<br/>We are mostly busy with the war in Tasmania, but we shall spare on Brigade of soldiers to come to your Wargames to exercise their combat abilities. We maybe will have to call the Brigade home early due to the Tasmania situation, but we will send the 1st Brigade to India. We hope you understand we cannot donate a large amount of forces due to the all out war on our soil, but we will send some.<br/>Signed,<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Tony Abbott</span></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Paterson Barracks, Launceston, Tasmania</span><br/>The Australian soldiers where escorted out of the train that they had been packed into. They where put into one barracks, jam packed like sardines in a can. Nearly five soldiers had to sleep on each bed. Several soldiers attempted to run but where gunned down.<br/><br/>""People of Australia, our revenge has begun. What you did to us over the centuries is ending, you got to keep your aboriginal languages, are known worldwide for your animals used as jokes, and believe that you can cover up your imperialism by looking like an innocent isolationist country.""<span style=""font-style: italic"">The man wearing the mask walked over to a man on his knees with a rag over his head and his hands bound. He pulls the rag off the man's head.</span>""This is Captain Kevin Caltridge, a member of the Australian Army, deployed to Tasmania multiple years ago, now, we get to see why Aussies should stay home.<span style=""font-style: italic"">The man in the mask pulls an M1911 and points it at the Cpt.</span>""For Tasmania."" Bang!"
2388,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1050,2014-12-31T13:44:00,Zatak,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value="" To Australia""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""Center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://img4.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20141010201900/conworld/images/c/c5/India_seal.jpg""/></div><hr/><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;""><div align=""Center"">A Official Message from the Indian Ministry of External Affairs <hr/><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""> ""Satyameva Jayate""</span></span></div></span><hr/><span style=""font-size: 100%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #00FF00"">To: The Nation of Australia</span><br/><span style=""color: #0040FF"">From: Minister of External affairs Smt. Sushma Swaraj</span><br/><span style=""color: #FF0000"">Subject: Response to Brigades</span><br/><span style=""color: #FFBF00"">Notice: Extreme</span><br/><span style=""color: #00FFFF"">Encryption: None</span></span><br/><br/>Address: Raisina Hill, New Delhi <br/>Address Code: 98674<br/>Phone Number: 91 11 23011127,23011165<br/>Email; <a href=""mailto:sushmaswaraj@hotmail.com"">sushmaswaraj@hotmail.com</a> <br/>Fax; +91 11 23011463 <hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;"">Greetings Australia<br/><br/>We understand completely what you are going through and would like to thank you for sending men anyways and possibly a delegate for the meeting part of all this though you remain in a civil war are hearts go out to you. It was not well to drive men into final corners; at those moments they could all develop teeth and claws. The war had been a daily thought, a continual consciousness in her life for two years, but never a real presence. Battles were things that were fought somewhere else, won somehow, by someone, and lost by someone else. <br/><br/>Now as she stood by her own door and listened to the cannons, it was with a chilling, dreadfully full and clear realization that men were out on the field beneath that gray cloud taking each other’s lives. Stay strong are friends and continue the good fight for a better world and the defense of your people.<br/></span><hr/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Signed,<br/>The Indian Ministry of External affairs</span><hr/></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><hr/><br/><div align=""Center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.11points.com/images/badassflags/moscow.jpg""/><br/><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #FF0000"">WFA: Operation White Fang</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Sometime in 2016<br/>Tasmania, Australia<br/>12:40 PM</span></span></div><br/><br/>The horns of the ships blew at the unknown port in Tasmania as the medium sized cargo ship docked at the port arriving a hour earlier then expected but at least it was here. A few minutes later around 60 men stepped onto the docks all dressed in green clothing looking like military soldiers with the clothing, Gear and such most armed with newer AK-103 rifles, M4 and H&k UMP as they're main weapons while others carried shotgun, SMG and such yet all of them carried the same Sig sauer P226 as the standard handgun which seemed kinda strange but what ever.<br/><br/>The men were part of the Fourth Iberian brigade and members of the WFA who had come to the new nation to help train and arm the fighters of the Peoples whatever of Tasmania of course they were getting armed with older gear but they would fair fine against Australian forces. The men got off and waited on the docks as the crates of gear got lifted down to them where they soon set it onto trucks most of them contained small radios and Bullet proof gear along with random assortments of ammunition. The other gear given were weapons mostly M4 and AK variants along with clips, ammunition and accessories but of course more was given such as Glock 19 pistols, M24, RPK light machine guns, M240, Russian heavy machine guns, RPG-28, RPG-30, Igle MANPADS and random grenades all in very limited numbers but still enough to do good.<br/><br/>The commander of the force was Jimar Linvee a low ranking commander with no back story worth mentioning but as of now would lead these men in Operation White Fang until said operations ended of course the men were only giving basic training and not engaging with Australian forces. The men got into Trucks with the supplies where they would go on to do said training while Jimar waited at the port with a few of his men waiting for the leader of the People whatever to greet him...."
2389,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1050,2014-12-31T14:14:00,Mystica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Chiata <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22974649#p22974649"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Hey, you there! Stop!"" yelled Ciboto Orontu, a security guard working at the Kinshasa Government Building. An unknown had just sprinted out of the building, never a good sign. Ciboto began to run after the person. <br/><br/>""Possible bomb in the building, clear all! I need bomb squad unit here ASAP!"" went over the intercom as a guard in the building noticed the man set down the backpack and run.<br/><br/>Ciboto continued his pursuit and checked in his whereabouts. ""Officer Orontu, in pursuit of suspect. He's turning Russel Street, onto Contu Drive! I can catch him!"" Ciboto new the city like the pack of his hand. He had learned a lot from vigilantes that had tried making escapes through ally ways and other hidden roads. He cut through one such path and came out in front of the suspect. The person slammed into Ciboto at full speed, but Ciboto was braced and hit below the center of mass, sending the suspect flying over and he slammed into the hard concrete. The suspect was dazed for a while and Ciboto pulled out his tazer. The man reached for a wire around his neck that had some kind of object, what appeared to be a pill, on it. Ciboto hit the suspect with three hard thrusts from the tazer into his stomach. With each blow, the man's muscles involuntarily convulsed and he dropped his wire and became unconscious. ""You're not leaving this world that easily."" Ciboto searched the man and found a detonator, already pushed...<br/><br/>Officer Andre Mitlo had just phoned for the bomb squad to arrive at the government building, something no one wanted to hear. They would be here in four minutes at best. ""Get out of here!"" yelled Andre as hundreds of tourists and workers ran past the backpack towards the doors. Three more officers came wheeling into the room, two were security guards and one was a patrolmen from outside. ""Block the people from entering the main entrance, tell them to use a backdoor or emergency entrance. We don't know what this backpack is and we don't know if it will go off. For all we know, it's a dirty bomb,"" ordered Andre, head of security in the building. The flow of people stopped and it was Andre alone in the large room. He jogged to the backpack and unzipped it. There was a bomb inside! No timer, it was remotely detonated. It could go off any second. There were no high explosives in it, probably just a crude shrapnel weapon. Andre reached for his knife to separate the detonator from the receiver. Suddenly, a long tone came from the bomb. Without thinking, Andre took the bomb and put it by the pit of his stomach before covering with his body. The bomb went off with a dull thud.<br/><br/>Andre held his breath and counted his heartbeat. 1...2...3... Well, he wasn't dead. Not a shrapnel bomb than, must have been a stupid prank. Then Andre realized he could barely breath. The wind wasn't knocked out of him and there was a strange white powder covering him. His eye began to sting and soon were swollen shut. He managed to bring his radio to his now cracked and swollen lips and wheezed out ""Anthrax."" <br/><br/>Upon receiving thew news, a four block radius was cleared around the government building. The President had not been in the building at the time and all of parliament had been evacuated. 37 citizens were inside along with 4 officers. Chemical Control Squads were rushed in, wearing HAZMAT suits. All of the victims were rushed to a nearby hospital after wash down at the site and were treated in the contagious disease section. 13 of the 41 survived the incident, not one was an officer. The now proclaimed terrorist confessed to be a member of the United Darfur Liberation Front, which was all the DRC needed to hear. In an address, the President ordered for the shutdown of air traffic from Sudan to the DRC and urged for military action. The Parliament approved and an Army of 50,000 was ordered to work in coordination with the Sudan Army to wipe out the terrorist organization of the UDLF.</div></blockquote><br/>""Oh my god, he did it. I didn't think he'd do it, but he did. Oh no, this is bad. This is very bad"" The Great Leader paced the floor, with his advisors nearby. ""Um, sir, who did what?"" The Great Leader whiped around, startling the man. ""There was a man, one who was upset that the DRC refused to help us. He said he would put a chemical weapon in the middle of Kinshasa. I thought he was crazy, so I kicked him out. But he did do it, the bastard. This is not good."" He stopped, thinking. How to fix this, he wondered. ""I suppose a letter won't hurt.""<br/><br/>To: The Democratic Republic of The Congo<br/>From: The United Darfur Liberation Front<br/>We are saddened by the current events in Kinshasa, and sincerely apologize for any harm this terrorist has caused. We assure you, this man in not one of us, especially not now. He is a radical, and was upset by your refusal to assist us. He told us of an elaborate plan to plant a chemical weapon in Kinshasa. We assumed he was insane, and banished him from The Darfur. But it turns out we underestimated him, and his insanity. We have also discovered that he is only part of a larger split-off group from the UDLF who call themselves the Holy Front For The Liberation Of Darfur And The Oppresion Of Tyranny, or HFLDTOT. They will continue to attack The DRC until 3 things happen: 1, You die, 2: All your people die, or 3: They run out of chemical weapons. We will begin operations to secure and and share possible information on bombing targets in The DRC. However, this does not, by any means, require The DRC to help The UDLF. Thank you for your time."
2390,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1050,2014-12-31T15:18:00,The Greater Gambia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Zambian Barracks</span><br/><br/>""Our goal is to rid Africa of it's corrupt, puppet governments. For too long, the masses have had to suffer while their ""leaders"" padded their bank accounts. If we must kill a few civilians in the process, then so be it. It means little in the long term. While we may not have a set base of operations, we have affiliates and allies all over the continent, and elsewhere.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Banjul, The Gambia </span><br/><br/>President Jobateh had just returned from the sending off ceremony of the 100 GAF soldiers at Banjul International airport. This would be the Gambia's first international mission since Jammeh's fall. The Gambian forces would be under the command of General Mboge, the general who lead the defense of Janjanbureh during the civil war. He had just returned to the presidential building when he received news of the attack in the DRC and the Darfur insurgent involved.<br/><br/>[box]<br/>To: President Kabila of the Democratic Republic of Congo<br/>From: President Jobateh of the Republic of the Gambia<br/>Encryption: Highest<br/><br/>We are deeply appalled by the actions of the UDLF. The fact that they even own chemical weapons is proof enough they are not the ones to back for Darfur independence. While we cannot send conventional ground forces without risking our own national security, we can provide intelligence support and deploy GSAS teams in the area, if the Sudanese ga<br/>government were to allow it.Please respond with haste."
2391,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1050,2014-12-31T22:09:00,Kargintina,"OOC: First RP post of 2015<img alt="":D"" src=""./images/smilies/icon_mrgreen.gif"" title=""Mr. Green""/><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""https://goput.it/ugl.png""/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Hobart, People's Republic of Tasmania<br/>Late Spring 2016<br/>12:45 PM<br/></span></div><br/>""Premier"" Steven Gronkowicz stepped out of the room he normally would use to record the propaganda videos for the Tasmanian People's army high in his penthouse in Hobart. He used his spyglass sitting near the window to view the oncoming ship. He pulled out his cellphone, calling the Captain in charge of the soldiers at the docks. Behind him, two TPA soldiers where dragging away the body of Captain Keven Caltridge, the man he had shot on national television.<br/><br/>He finally heard the response of the captain. ""What do you need sir?"" The ""Premier"" cleared his throat. ""Do not fire on that ship. Tell anyone who does they shall be executed for treason."" He watched through his spyglass as the men quickly lowered their weapons after the Captain had shouted at them. ""Tell the commander of the vessel that I would like to speak to him personally."" Captain Gunnary, the man Premier Gronkowicz was calling walked towards the vessel as the men got out. Captain Gunnary approached the man who appeared to be in charge. ""Our Great Leader is on the phone if you wish to speak to him"" said the Captain as he offered the cellphone to the man."
2392,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1050,2014-12-31T22:35:00,Zatak,"<div align=""Center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.11points.com/images/badassflags/moscow.jpg""/><br/><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #FF0000"">WFA: Operation White Fang</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Sometime in 2016<br/>Tasmania, Australia<br/>1:10 PM</span></span></div><br/><br/>The sound of boots and men yelling filled the docks as the soldiers tried to move everything into place and get around to positions that they were to go much to they're surprise there are still roads and buildings. The men knew little about the island only knowing that is an island state, part of the Commonwealth of Australia, located 240 kilometres (150 mi) to the south of the Australian continent, separated by Bass Strait. The state includes the island of Tasmania, the 26th largest island in the world, and the surrounding 334 islands. The state has a population of 507,626 (as of June 2010), of whom almost half reside in the greater Hobart precinct. Tasmania's area is 68,401 square kilometres (26,410 sq mi), of which the main island covers 64,519 square kilometres (24,911 sq mi).<br/><br/>Tasmania is promoted as the natural state, and A World Apart, Not A World Away owing to its large and relatively unspoiled natural environment. Almost 45% of Tasmania lies in reserves, national parks and World Heritage Sites. The island is 364 kilometres (226 mi) long from its northernmost to its southernmost points, and 306 kilometres (190 mi) from east to west.<br/><br/>The state capital and largest city is Hobart, which encompasses the local government areas of City of Hobart, City of Glenorchy, and City of Clarence, while the satellite town of Kingston (part of the Municipality of Kingborough) is generally included in the Greater Hobart area. The northernmost terrestrial point of the state of Tasmania is Boundary Islet, a nature reserve in Bass Strait which, due to a quirk of history, is shared with the state of Victoria.<br/><br/>The subantarctic Macquarie Island and its surrounding islands are also under the administration of Tasmania as a nature reserve and part of the Huon Valley Council local government area. The Bishop and Clerk Islets, about 37 km south of Macquarie Island, are the southernmost terrestrial point of the state of Tasmania, and the southernmost internationally recognised land in Australia.<br/><br/>Jimar gave a silent hello and thank you as he took the phone from the mans hand. ' Hello? This is Jimar speaking...', the man said as his Spanish accent became easily noticeable to they're leader all while he twirled a knife in hand with his all seeing eye patch reading<span style=""font-style: italic"">Fear no Evil</span>in Spanish...."
2393,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1050,2015-01-01T10:38:00,Elepis,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Operation Osman</span><br/><br/>One day ago the Black Flag of IS flew above Tal Afar, now the flags of Kurdistan, Turkey and Iraq fly proudly. After 6 hours of vicious but ultimately one sided battle, Tal Afar, the gate to the IS empire was captured by joint Turkish/ Peshermga coalition forces. The IS fighters outnumbered the coalition army but they were under equipped and under trained. The coalition also made excellent use of their crippling air power to stop the IS fighter from moving around the battle field and allowing the coalition forces to pick them off, one group at a time.<br/><br/>The loss of Tal Afar is an enormous blow to the IS grip on northern Iraq. Previously the IS forces were able to transport masses of captured equipment along the Aleppo-Mosul railway and various main roads that ran though the city. Now, with the loss of these vital logistical resources, the IS fighter will have transport equipment through the desert, a task which will take a lot longer, require a lot more men and planning and damage much of the equipment."
2394,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1050,2015-01-01T11:23:00,Kumbhalgarh,"OOC: The Real India is back, Zatak hand me back the reins of my nation. *Flexes arms* hehe."
2395,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1050,2015-01-01T11:42:00,Elepis,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><hr/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/f/fb/Emblem_of_the_President_of_Turkey.svg/150px-Emblem_of_the_President_of_Turkey.svg.png""/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Presidential Seal of Turkey<br/></span></div><br/><hr/><br/><div align=""center"">From: Government of The Republic of Turkey<br/><span style=""font-size: 90%; line-height: 116%;"">Ankara, Turkey <br/></span><br/>To: Egyptian government<br/><span style=""font-size: 90%; line-height: 116%;""> Cairo, Egypt</span></div><br/><hr/><br/>Dear Mr Ibrahim Mahlab<br/><br/>Our countries are two bastions of democracy, secularism and republicanism in a vast sea of dictatorships, radical Islamists and corrupt monarchies. We are two stabilising forces and I believe it would benefit us and our region if we signed an official alliance. Thus I invite you to Ankara in two weeks to discuss the terms of this alliance and our continued friendship, as well as how to deal with the horrors that stalk our region.<br/> <br/>Sincerely,<br/>Kemal Kılıçdaroğlu</blockquote>"
2396,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1050,2015-01-01T12:03:00,Kargintina,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""https://goput.it/ugl.png""/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Hobart, People's Republic of Tasmania<br/>Late Spring 2016<br/>1:15 PM<br/></span></div><br/>""Premier"" Gronkowicz spoke into the phone to the mean Captain Gunnary had handed the phone to. ""Hello, I am Steven Gronkowicz, first Premier of the People's Republic of Tasmania. I hope you not allied to the imperialistic dogs just north of us."" He looked through his spyglass down at the ship, watching the gear be unloaded. ""But it looks like I need not worry after all.""<br/><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://twswebsite.weebly.com/uploads/3/0/6/4/30643413/4168549.jpg""/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Melbourne, Commonwealth of Australia<br/>Late Spring 2016<br/>""Operation Tasmanian Devil""</span></div><br/>The F.O.B. set up just outside Melbourne housed nearly 25,000 soldiers, airmen and SASR. The Australians where slightly humiliated after their crushing defeat in the battle of Hobart. ""Operation Tasmanian Devil"" was the codename for the operation to retake Tasmania from the Marxist-Leninist rebels.<br/><br/>The first part of the OP would be the dropping in of SASR. They would land near Smithon and ease up the defenses. Then the main amphibious invasion would occur. From their the Australians would move directly south and try to open up a route to Hobart, which was unfortunatly on the other side of the island."
2397,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1050,2015-01-01T12:10:00,Mifan,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center"">From: Acting President, Ibrahim Mahlab<br/>To: President Kemal Kılıçdaroğlu<br/><br/>As the Head of State of Egypt, I will gladly accept this invitation on behalf of my nation. We are one of the few republics in the Middle East and Africa and it would be beneficial that two of the few democratic nations make and agreement of friendship. I will arrive by tomorrow.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cairo International Airport</span><br/><br/>President Ibrahim Mahlab boarded his plane with a group of four body guards. After about 20 minutes the plane lifted off the runway and headed towards Turkey."
2398,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1050,2015-01-01T12:36:00,Zatak,"<div align=""Center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.11points.com/images/badassflags/moscow.jpg""/><br/><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #FF0000"">WFA: Operation White Fang</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Sometime in 2016<br/>Tasmania, Australia<br/>2:40 PM</span></span></div><br/><br/>""You have nothing to worry about my friend. I am Jimar by the way a second grade commander of the WFA Iberian division and as of now the guy here to give you weapons and train your men. The guy up stairs personally ordered that we come and give you some sort of support before those Aussies arrive here.', Jimar said as he looked at his men trying to make sure they were ready for any form of combat they had to train these guns to face.<br/><br/>From Swiss mountaineering boots and fully-padded snow clothing to advanced night-vision devices and GPS sets, the men at australias doorsteps were sorta now well-equipped for high-altitude warfare on par with regular soldiers. The well-trained militants are also willing to go the whole hog to hit ""high-value targets"", or conversely, unleash random mayhem in a bid to disrupt the high voter turnout in the ongoing polls in strife-torn J&K.<br/><br/>In the international community, terrorism has no legally binding, criminal law definition. Common definitions of terrorism refer only to those violent acts that are intended to create fear (terror); are perpetrated for a religious, political, or ideological goal; and deliberately target or disregard the safety of non-combatants (e.g., neutral military personnel or civilians). Some definitions now include acts of unlawful violence and war. The use of similar tactics by criminal organizations for protection rackets or to enforce a code of silence is usually not labeled terrorism, though these same actions may be labeled terrorism when done by a politically motivated group. Usage of the term has also been criticized for its frequent undue equating with Islamism or jihadism, while ignoring non-Islamic organizations or individuals.<br/><br/>Terrorism has been practiced by a broad array of political organizations to further their objectives. It has been practiced by both right-wing and left-wing political parties, nationalistic groups, religious groups, revolutionaries, and ruling governments. The symbolism of terrorism can exploit human fear to help achieve these goals."
2399,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1050,2015-01-01T16:58:00,Mangjukoia,"<blockquote><div><cite>ZATAK <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22969713#p22969713"">wrote</a>:</cite>The letter from Japan was a surprise and while India had <span style=""font-weight: bold"">Invited the USA and nations of Asia-Pacific to a meeting and wargames in early july</span> the Indian government was very happy to give a response so that they may spread the wings of they're power and fly into the title of Asian power.<br/><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value="" To Japan""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""Center"">(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://img4.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20141010201900/conworld/images/c/c5/India_seal.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div><hr/><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;""><div align=""Center"">A Official Message from the Indian Ministry of External Affairs <hr/><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""> ""Satyameva Jayate""</span></span></div></span><hr/><span style=""font-size: 100%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #00FF00"">To: The Nation of Japan</span><br/><span style=""color: #0040FF"">From: Minister of External affairs Smt. Sushma Swaraj</span><br/><span style=""color: #FF0000"">Subject: Response to Relations</span><br/><span style=""color: #FFBF00"">Notice: Extreme</span><br/><span style=""color: #00FFFF"">Encryption: None</span></span><br/><br/>Address: Raisina Hill, New Delhi <br/>Address Code: 98674<br/>Phone Number: 91 11 23011127,23011165<br/>Email; <a href=""mailto:sushmaswaraj@hotmail.com"">sushmaswaraj@hotmail.com</a> <br/>Fax; +91 11 23011463 <hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;"">Greetings Japan<br/><br/>For all the world’s focus on China’s ascendancy, the developing strategic and economic entente between Japan and India may be just as important in shaping Asia’s future as the rise of their giant neighbor. “India and Japan have a shared vision of a rising Asia,” said Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh in a speech earlier this year. No region has seen a similar “rise in freedom, opportunity, and prosperity over the last half century.” But nowhere else are threats to these values more at risk, given the instabilities posed by China’s emergence, and the potential for conflict among distrustful Asian powers.<br/><br/>In many respects, India and Japan could not be more different. One has more poor people than any other nation on earth. The other was the first non-Western society to fully modernize. The order and discipline of Japanese society contrast vividly with the hustle and bustle of India’s cities. India is the world’s youngest big country, while Japan is aging more rapidly than any other developed society. India’s traditional foreign policy of non-alignment and opposition to Western hegemony in world affairs contrasts with Japan’s status as a model U.S. ally for over 60 years. Japan remains shackled by its postwar pacifist constitution and normative constraints on the use of military force; India is a state with nuclear weapons that is engaged in one of the world’s largest conventional military buildups.<br/><br/>Yet the complementarities between the two powers on opposite ends of the Asian landmass are equally striking. Japan is a capital-rich, technology superpower; India has teeming supplies of human capital and the world’s largest labor pool. Japan has the world’s most advanced infrastructure, while India’s own requirements exceed in scale those of any other country. Unlike many other Asian societies who suffered the effects of Japanese militarism before 1945, Indians comfortably acknowledge that they do not have “history issues” with Japan of the kind that color Tokyo’s relations with nations across East and Southeast Asia.<br/><br/>In many respects, a strategic and economic partnership with India could catalyze Japan’s renewal as a 21st century great power — one no longer as dependent on the United States, and one better diversified to compete with emerging economies. For India’s modernizing leaders, few countries afford a better prospect for a development partnership than the nation at the forefront of the industrial and technological revolutions that have transformed the face of Asia. Perhaps most fundamentally, as rival civilization-states to China and victims of territorial conflict with it, Japan and India have the most to lose from potential Chinese hegemony in Asia — and the most to gain from working together, and with the West, to ensure that the future Asian order remains pluralistic rather than Sinocentric.<br/><br/>Like Japan, India has a strong interest in sustaining and strengthening the liberal international economic order that will allow it to deepen flows of trade and investment abroad in order to catalyze development at home. As Singh said in Tokyo last May, “India needs Japanese technology and investment. In turn, India offers increasing opportunities for the growth and globalization of Japanese companies for the overall prosperity and growth of Japan…. There are strong synergies between our economies, which need an open, rule-based international trading system to prosper.”<br/><br/>In 2007, Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe gave a speech to the Indian parliament in which he emphasized “the confluence of the two seas” — the Indian and Pacific Oceans — tying Japan and India together in this era of globalization. He stressed that both countries “share fundamental values such as freedom, democracy, and respect for human rights as well as strategic interests.” And he highlighted how a grand “Arc of Freedom and Prosperity” connected Japan in the east to India in the south to Europe in the west. Such a network of powerful democracies acting in concert could decisively shape the 21st century. Discarding India’s traditional non-alignment, Singh recently stressed “shared values and shared interests” in explaining that Indians “see Japan as a natural and indispensable partner in our quest for stability and peace in the vast region in Asia that is washed by the Pacific and Indian Oceans.” The Obama administration joined with both countries in 2011 to launch a trilateral strategic dialogue.<br/><br/>As uncontested U.S. primacy in Asia gives way to intensified geopolitical competition with China, the United States and Europe have a strategic interest in stronger relations with and among like-minded Indo-Pacific powers capable of sustaining a liberal regional order. Beyond common interests, India and Japan happen to share common values with the West. Indeed, more people live under democracy in Asia than anywhere else. In this sense, Japan and India look more like Asia’s future; China’s authoritarian political order and state-directed development look more like its past.<br/><br/>The recent conflicts have shown a need for increased relations and as such we believe are talks of these should be in person so as such we ask for you to visit are great capital in the coming week so we can talk about this more. A good way to further this is the creation of a joint military exercise while you visit us. We believe with China weakened that us as Asian nations must remember are roots and connections and stick together in hopes of preventing a form of 'Cold War"".<br/><br/></span><hr/><span style=""font-size: 130%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Signed,</span><br/></span><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-size: 125%; line-height: 116%;"">Indian Ministry of External Affairs </span></span></span><hr/></blockquote></div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""To India""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Prime Minister Narendra Damodardas Modi, Republic of India<br/>From: Prime Minister Kobo Fukunaga, State of Japan<br/><br/>I would be delighted to join you in your nation's great capital of New Delhi. A joint military exercise would be a great way to further our nation's relations. As for the war-games, we could send the some of the 1st Airborne Brigade to the military exercise. We can only spare a small amount due to the instability of our neighbor to the West and the 1st Airborne Brigade are one of our only units with offensive capability. <br/><br/>Signed, Prime Minister Kobo Fukunaga</blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/>Meanwhile, Kobo brought up the Naval ship idea again with his Minister of Defense, again claiming that it would be expensive and lengthy procedure for a Yamato-class to modern standards. An idea was passed around on using the<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/4/4a/JS_Izumo_%28DDH-183%29_just_after_her_launch.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Izumo-class Helicopter Carrier</a>as a base for a new warship. The idea was liked, but would need to be checked over amongst the entirety of the Ministry of Defense.<br/><br/>After the conference of the naval ship idea, Kobo read some government reports on the happenings in China. What caught his interest was the creation of Kreznian Union in what was formerly the People's Republic of China. He did not formerly recognize the Kreznian Union as the legitimate government of China."
2400,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1050,2015-01-01T19:51:00,Protector Galactics,"Horses were asked by the people for the Unions army. More than 400,000 horses were retrieved. The Union Army was given fresh supplies. New uniforms was given through out the Tibetan front. Along with them were ground water. Food also reached the army. The Army was also given the first batch of the upgraded T-90 tanks. Its 1970s components gave it an antique look. There was enough explosives in Tibet to blow up the whole entire country. The Chinese also made a Map layout of the whole entire Tibetan Army. Military bases were giving lessons about the Tibetans and studying them closely. They also ran on the following schedule:<br/>12 AM to 4 AM: Quarter Guard. Nocturnal Squads must be on high alert. Air Defense systems must be operated 24 hours.<br/>4 AM to 5 AM: Dawn Preparations. Morning shifts must start to function through the day.<br/>5 AM to 5:10 AM: Wake Up. Units must be awaken under 10 seconds. Clean up must be done under a minute. 4 Minutes to get ready and 5 Minute morning routines.<br/>5:10 Am to 6 AM: Morning Run. All units must run for a complete 50 minutes.<br/>6 AM to 6:30 AM: First Breakfast. All Units have 30 Minutes to eat.<br/>6:30 to 8 AM: Studying the Tibetan-American Army.<br/>8 AM to 8:30: 30 Minute break.<br/>8:30 to 10 AM: Gun and Munition Practices.<br/>10 AM to 12: Emergency strike practices. Troops Role play a Invasion force preparing them for emergency actions.<br/>12 to 1 PM: Lunch Chow.<br/>1 to 2 PM Afternoon Run.<br/>2 to 4 PM Airborne attack practices.<br/>4 to 5 PM: Mental Training. Training to stay mentally aware and hardcore.<br/>5 to 7 PM: Dusk Exercise. Physical Exercise to keep the body strong and healthy.<br/>7 to 8 PM: Dinner Chow and Break.<br/>8 to10 PM:Late Night Run.<br/>10 to 11 PM: Final Night Exercises and announcements.<br/>11 to 12 AM: Showers and Lights Out.<br/><br/>Back at the Mostly damaged shipyards, Another fleet was released into the ocean. The New ships had Big cannons that can sink a small frigate in under a minute. In total 8 Warships were released into the water. Back at the Rail gun testing sites. Test were becoming successful. They expected to have the guns ready by June or July. The EMP test were increasing to success. The Designs of the Super Sonic torpedo were finished. Research might take a year to finish before production of the first prototype. Back at Shanghai. People were shooting fireworks into the air as they celebrated the birth of the new empire. The celebrations were postponed ed by a storm a day ago. Chinese Lanterns filled the sky. The Shanghai Palace was opened to the people. Millions celebrated their freedom from the new Krenzian Union."
2401,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1050,2015-01-02T04:44:00,Licata,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Mare Nostrum!</span><br/><br/>In response to Turkey's advances in the Middle East and ISIS, a fleet of thirteen frigates and twenty conscripted civilians ships were sent to the coast of Syria. There, they are ordered to offer safe passage to Italy so as to protect them.<br/><br/>The crews of the Italian ships are outfitted with the equipment to react to all know viruses that are of concerned. All refugees will be screened before being accepted. Those infected will be escorted to a designated ""sick ship,"" where they will be isolated and treated.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-ZyWTtTyAv0I/Tqth1GyUC0I/AAAAAAAACnY/cx0hSwViB1s/s1600/Fascist+symbols+1.png""/></div><br/><br/>To: All Middle Eastern nations, but Turkey<br/><br/>I am gravely concerned with the well being of the civilians in Syria. I've deployed a navy to collect refugees so they may be brought back to Italy, where we can protect them from the Turks. We ask that you all allow us to operate, Jihad or not one could not say this is a most pious action. <br/><br/>Grand Marshal Giovanni Messe</blockquote>"
2402,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1050,2015-01-02T04:52:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""Center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://img4.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20141010201900/conworld/images/c/c5/India_seal.jpg""/></div><hr/><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;""><div align=""Center"">A Official Message from the Indian Ministry of External Affairs <hr/> ""Satyameva Jayate""</div></span><hr/><span style=""font-size: 100%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #00FF00"">To: The Nation of Australia and the Nation of Japan.</span><br/><span style=""color: #0040FF"">From: Minister of External affairs Smt. Sushma Swaraj</span><br/><span style=""color: #FF0000"">Subject: Response For the War Games/color]<br/>[color=#FFBF00]Notice: Extreme</span><br/><span style=""color: #00FFFF"">Encryption: None</span></span><br/><br/>We thank both Japan, and Australia for attending the War Games in India, and hope that this improves our relations, and the skill of our troops. We express our concern about the war in Australia, and hope that Peace raises its flag soon. Thank you for taking the time to reed our Message. I also understand Australia's situation, and assure Australia that 1 brigade is Enough. I am looking forward to the war games, and will inform our Brigade Commander that we have challengers. Haha. Have a good Day.<br/><br/>Address: Raisina Hill, New Delhi <br/>Address Code: 98674<br/>Phone Number: 91 11 23011127,23011165<br/>Email; <a href=""mailto:sushmaswaraj@hotmail.com"">sushmaswaraj@hotmail.com</a> <br/>Fax; +91 11 23011463 <hr/><br/><br/><hr/>Signed,<br/>The Indian Ministry of External affairs<hr/></blockquote>"
2403,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1050,2015-01-02T08:45:00,Elepis,"The Presidential Airport, built during the last months of Erdogan's rule (when many say he was going insane) was used only by the President of the Republic, the Prime Minister and visiting delegates, thus it had state of the art defence systems, active 24/7. However today, with the arrival of the Egyptian President, they were on even higher alert. Around the run way, were placed Oerlikon GDF AA guns and on the roof of the airport were Atılgan PMADS SAM missiles launchers, coming the skies for any suspicious activity.<br/><br/>On the runway itself was a red carpet leading up to where the Egyptian plane would land, arrayed on either side of the carpet were 500 men of the Presidential Guard in ceremonial blue uniforms and white helmets. There was also a single Armoured Personnel Carrier, ready to escort the delegates swiftly away if terrorist attacked. Outside the airport were by 1,500 men of the regular Turkish army and the Gendarmerie who had set up positions along the roads leading to the airport.<br/><br/>The President of Turkey looked up and saw the pure white Airbus A340, the private plane of the Egyptian President, fly over the airport. It circled the runway once then landed, just in front of President Kılıçdaroğlu. The doors opened and the Turkish military brass band played the anthems of Egypt (My country, my country, my country) and Turkey (Independence March). The Egyptian guards stepped out, followed by the President. Kemal shook his hand and said “Welcome to the Republic of Turkey Mr Mahlab. I hope you enjoy your stay.” The two Presidents then walked down the red carpet together, to the awaiting military convoy.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Operation Osman, Zoroaster</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Zoroaster</span>, the liberation of Tikrit by the combined forces of the Turkish and Iraqi armies would soon begin. The operation would include 30,000 men of the Iraqi army and 10,000 of the Turkish army. Supported by 120 Iraqi Abrams and T-72 tanks and 80 Turkish Altay and Leopard 2 tanks, the 2nd Battle of Tikrit would be the largest in the IS war. These forces have been moving to position around the city for days now and have almost entirely surrounded (except for a corridor in the west). For one week, the Turkish and Iraqi air forces have been pummeling the city, destroying defences and logistical resources. Unlike the first battle of Tikrit (an airborne attack in June 2014), the 2nd Battle, which will combine land, air and river assaults will certainly bee successful. At least, that is the hope."
2404,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1050,2015-01-02T16:27:00,Pimps Inc,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Mexico City, Mexico</span><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">The Great Tenochtitlan</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Operation Monopoly:Act 1<br/>Old friend, enemy, traitor.....president.</span></div><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/f/f9/Tenochtitlan_Glyph_ZP.svg/571px-Tenochtitlan_Glyph_ZP.svg.png""/></div><br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div> <br/>When we saw so many cities and villages built in the water and other great towns on dry land we were amazed and said that it was like the enchantments (...) on account of the great towers and cues and buildings rising from the water, and all built of masonry. And some of our soldiers even asked whether the things that we saw were not a dream? (...) I do not know how to describe it, seeing things as we did that had never been heard of or seen before, not even dreamed about.”<br/><br/>—Bernal Díaz del Castillo, The Conquest of New Spain<br/><br/></div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Air.Air!</span><br/><br/>He couldn't breathe. The wool of the bag created a terrifying pitch dark and the rope clamped around his neck, blocking his throat and not allowing fresh air in. Every second was a struggle.A struggle to take in the small and shallowest of dust filled breaths. The car rocked back and forth as it journeyed through the once great Tenochtitlan, now Mexico City. When the Spaniards first arrived,they were astounded at the immensity, the complexity, and how modern and advanced was city.The empire reached its height during Ahuitzotl's reign in 1486–1502. His successor, Motehcuzōma Xocoyotzin (better known as Moctezuma II or Moctezuma, or Montezuma), had been Hueyi Tlatoani for 17 years when theSpaniards, led by Hernándo Cortés, landed on the Gulf Coast in the spring of 1519.<br/><br/>Despite some early battles between the two, Cortés allied himself with the Aztecs’ long-time enemy, the Confederacy of Tlaxcala, and arrived at the gates of Tenochtitlan on November 8, 1519.<br/><br/>The Spaniards and their Tlaxcallan allies became increasingly dangerous and unwelcome guests in the capital city. In June 1520, hostilities broke out, culminating in the massacre in the Main Temple and the death of Moctezuma II. The Spaniards fled the town on July 1, an episode later characterized as La Noche Triste (the Sad Night). They and their native allies returned in the spring of 1521 to lay siege to Tenochtitlan, a battle that ended on August 13 with the destruction of the city. During this period the now crumbling empire went through a rapid line of ruler succession. After the death of Moctezuma II, the empire fell into the hands of severely weakened emperors, such as Cuitláhuac, before eventually being ruled by puppet rulers, such as Andrés de Tapia Motelchiuh, installed by the Spanish.<br/><br/>Despite the decline of the Aztec empire, most of the Mesoamerican cultures were intact after the fall of Tenochtitlan. Indeed, the freedom from Aztec domination may have been considered a positive development by most of the other cultures. The upper classes of the Aztec empire were considered noblemen by the Spaniards and generally treated as such initially. All this changed rapidly and the native population were soon forbidden to study by law, and had the status of minors.[citation needed]<br/><br/>The Tlaxcalans remained loyal to their Spanish friends and were allowed to come on other conquests with Cortés and his men.<br/><br/><br/><br/>But it wasn't like that now.Poverty and pollution were among the highest in the world.Although the New Era of Mexico and its new government was working to end that with its reforms and ""clean"" drug money, these things took time. The rule of the old PRI and PAN had taken its toll. Mexico would be given revenge and all of the responsible ones brought to justice. Many had already faced the consequences and today one more would pay.<br/><br/>""Pipe down, cabron!""<br/><br/>A sudden pain erupted from his torso, almost knocking him unconcious and leaving him breathless.He was then thrown through the air and into the hard and dusty ground.While he recovered, the black SUV he was transported in buzzled with activity.Men dressed in black, armed with FX05 assault rifles and different models of the AK series exited the vehicle.One of them removed the bag from the head of the man on the ground.Another lifted him up and brought Salinas de Gortari on his feet.From the top of the lone hill, Mexico City could be seen in the distance.<br/><br/>""Did you miss us?""<br/><br/>Salinas remained silent.The leader of the team continued.<br/>""After you left Mexico with all of its money, they all suffered so much.Now, Mexico is slowly beggining to thrive.But, now Mexico needs its money back.All your accounts and friends have been captured.All we need of you is your head.....""<br/><br/>""Fuck you.If I dont do it then though tits, you can't force me!""<br/><br/>""Maybe not us but all those people out there you cheated......if I told them the government brought them Salinas de Gortari, then may God have mercy on your soul because it would be hell on Earth for you.""<br/><br/>""Um......well, what is it you need?""<br/><br/>""That got you-Anyways, you cheated the Gringos, too . Something thats hard to accomplish. At least it was back then.Now, its easier but still a struggle.Help us and well let you live....maybe.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Current Income of ORCC:119,587,900,000</span><br/>OCC:I wrote this on mobile, betches......"
2405,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1050,2015-01-02T19:10:00,Mangjukoia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Tokyo, Japan</span><br/><br/>In the Ministry of Defense, Fukunaga's idea of creating a new battleship from a new, existing ship, would become a reality. The ship's construction was planned to be laid down next week and planned to be launched in a year and a half. Another happening in the Ministry of Defense was the idea of creating a military unit similar to the Kempeitai without the human rights abuses.<br/><br/>In the mean time, Prime Minister Fukunaga prepared for his diplomatic trip to India."
2406,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1050,2015-01-03T00:59:00,Protector Galactics,The Chinese treated their prisoners of war fairly. But they were all closely monitored. The Chinese sent all of their prisoners to the Mountains to have a small punishment in cold weather. The Chinese gave prisoners contact with their families. Railroads carried prisoners to their detention camps.<br/><br/>The ceasefire was about to end in a day The Krenzians now had supplies for 5 months. The armies had big food and water supplies. Soldiers had knowledge of their enemies. Officers had plans drawn up. The cement tunnels blocked enemy counter attacks. The trenches were finished and ready. Tomorrow is the day of the Dragon. The month long planned major offensive was ready.<br/><br/>The industries started to get back on its feet. Factories were trying their hardest to help save the army. People were proud for getting vengeance for their loved ones losses.
2407,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1050,2015-01-03T10:20:00,Mattijana,"The ceasefire was over, but it was the North Koreans who came on the offensive towards the coastal city of Hamhung which was South of the truce line. The North Koreans though were once more outnumbered and the attempt to burst through the SK lines was eventually beaten down. The battle settled into a stalemate on the outskirts of the city. However, the NK army now had acquired more artillery which was used to bombard the city that had previously been their own, but was now swarming with SK soldiers. The southern army responded and soon both sides were forced to take cover. The SK generals needed to get out quickly and find a plan to do so."
2408,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1050,2015-01-03T12:44:00,Mifan,"<blockquote><div><cite>Elepis <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22996473#p22996473"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Presidential Airport, built during the last months of Erdogan's rule (when many say he was going insane) was used only by the President of the Republic, the Prime Minister and visiting delegates, thus it had state of the art defence systems, active 24/7. However today, with the arrival of the Egyptian President, they were on even higher alert. Around the run way, were placed Oerlikon GDF AA guns and on the roof of the airport were Atılgan PMADS SAM missiles launchers, coming the skies for any suspicious activity. <br/><br/>On the runway itself was a red carpet leading up to where the Egyptian plane would land, arrayed on either side of the carpet were 500 men of the Presidential Guard in ceremonial blue uniforms and white helmets. There was also a single Armoured Personnel Carrier, ready to escort the delegates swiftly away if terrorist attacked. Outside the airport were by 1,500 men of the regular Turkish army and the Gendarmerie who had set up positions along the roads leading to the airport.<br/><br/>The President of Turkey looked up and saw the pure white Airbus A340, the private plane of the Egyptian President, fly over the airport. It circled the runway once then landed, just in front of President Kılıçdaroğlu. The doors opened and the Turkish military brass band played the anthems of Egypt (My country, my country, my country) and Turkey (Independence March). The Egyptian guards stepped out, followed by the President. Kemal shook his hand and said “Welcome to the Republic of Turkey Mr Mahlab. I hope you enjoy your stay.” The two Presidents then walked down the red carpet together, to the awaiting military convoy.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Operation Osman, Zoroaster</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Zoroaster</span>, the liberation of Tikrit by the combined forces of the Turkish and Iraqi armies would soon begin. The operation would include 30,000 men of the Iraqi army and 10,000 of the Turkish army. Supported by 120 Iraqi Abrams and T-72 tanks and 80 Turkish Altay and Leopard 2 tanks, the 2nd Battle of Tikrit would be the largest in the IS war. These forces have been moving to position around the city for days now and have almost entirely surrounded (except for a corridor in the west). For one week, the Turkish and Iraqi air forces have been pummeling the city, destroying defences and logistical resources. Unlike the first battle of Tikrit (an airborne attack in June 2014), the 2nd Battle, which will combine land, air and river assaults will certainly bee successful. At least, that is the hope.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Mahlab walked with the Turkish President towards the APC and entered with the President. His guards got in a car behind the APC before the convoy began moving. ""Mr. Kılıçdaroğlu, I understand that your nation have been fighting ISIS recently, and I applaud you and your nation for doing something that most other nations wouldn't do."" Ever since Turkey began to commit troops against ISIS, Egyptian approval of Turkey has gone up by at least 10%."
2409,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1050,2015-01-03T13:41:00,Elepis,"<blockquote><div><cite>Mifan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=23012258#p23012258"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Elepis <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22996473#p22996473"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Presidential Airport, built during the last months of Erdogan's rule (when many say he was going insane) was used only by the President of the Republic, the Prime Minister and visiting delegates, thus it had state of the art defence systems, active 24/7. However today, with the arrival of the Egyptian President, they were on even higher alert. Around the run way, were placed Oerlikon GDF AA guns and on the roof of the airport were Atılgan PMADS SAM missiles launchers, coming the skies for any suspicious activity. <br/><br/>On the runway itself was a red carpet leading up to where the Egyptian plane would land, arrayed on either side of the carpet were 500 men of the Presidential Guard in ceremonial blue uniforms and white helmets. There was also a single Armoured Personnel Carrier, ready to escort the delegates swiftly away if terrorist attacked. Outside the airport were by 1,500 men of the regular Turkish army and the Gendarmerie who had set up positions along the roads leading to the airport.<br/><br/>The President of Turkey looked up and saw the pure white Airbus A340, the private plane of the Egyptian President, fly over the airport. It circled the runway once then landed, just in front of President Kılıçdaroğlu. The doors opened and the Turkish military brass band played the anthems of Egypt (My country, my country, my country) and Turkey (Independence March). The Egyptian guards stepped out, followed by the President. Kemal shook his hand and said “Welcome to the Republic of Turkey Mr Mahlab. I hope you enjoy your stay.” The two Presidents then walked down the red carpet together, to the awaiting military convoy.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Operation Osman, Zoroaster</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Zoroaster</span>, the liberation of Tikrit by the combined forces of the Turkish and Iraqi armies would soon begin. The operation would include 30,000 men of the Iraqi army and 10,000 of the Turkish army. Supported by 120 Iraqi Abrams and T-72 tanks and 80 Turkish Altay and Leopard 2 tanks, the 2nd Battle of Tikrit would be the largest in the IS war. These forces have been moving to position around the city for days now and have almost entirely surrounded (except for a corridor in the west). For one week, the Turkish and Iraqi air forces have been pummeling the city, destroying defences and logistical resources. Unlike the first battle of Tikrit (an airborne attack in June 2014), the 2nd Battle, which will combine land, air and river assaults will certainly bee successful. At least, that is the hope.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Mahlab walked with the Turkish President towards the APC and entered with the President. His guards got in a car behind the APC before the convoy began moving. ""Mr. Kılıçdaroğlu, I understand that your nation have been fighting ISIS recently, and I applaud you and your nation for doing something that most other nations wouldn't do."" Ever since Turkey began to commit troops against ISIS, Egyptian approval of Turkey has gone up by at least 10%.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The armoured, blacked out car rode smoothly down the road to Ankara escorted by 4 military vehicles, 4 police cars and 6 police motor bikes. The President smiled as the Egyptian leader talked ""Thank you. Turkish approval of Egypt has risen sharply after the ousting of the Islamist Muslim Brotherhood. We have recently liberated Tal Afar, cutting of IS supplies to Mosul, Tikrit and most of Northern Iraq. I understand the Egyptian army is facing and IS lead insurgency in the Sinai, how are you faring against that?"""
2410,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1050,2015-01-03T14:02:00,Mifan,"<blockquote><div><cite>Elepis <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=23012832#p23012832"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Mifan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=23012258#p23012258"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Mahlab walked with the Turkish President towards the APC and entered with the President. His guards got in a car behind the APC before the convoy began moving. ""Mr. Kılıçdaroğlu, I understand that your nation have been fighting ISIS recently, and I applaud you and your nation for doing something that most other nations wouldn't do."" Ever since Turkey began to commit troops against ISIS, Egyptian approval of Turkey has gone up by at least 10%.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The armoured, blacked out car rode smoothly down the road to Ankara escorted by 4 military vehicles, 4 police cars and 6 police motor bikes. The President smiled as the Egyptian leader talked ""Thank you. Turkish approval of Egypt has risen sharply after the ousting of the Islamist Muslim Brotherhood. We have recently liberated Tal Afar, cutting of IS supplies to Mosul, Tikrit and most of Northern Iraq. I understand the Egyptian army is facing and IS lead insurgency in the Sinai, how are you faring against that?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""I will admit, when ISIS tried to kill President Sisi in a terrorist attack, and was able to mount a full offensive in the Sinai, we were not ready. We almost lost the Sinai to them, but lately we have retaken most of our territory back, with the most recent battle at Arish being a major victory for us. ISIS wont last long as thy are mainly in the countryside now, one more offensive from us, and all ISIS forces in Egypt will be eliminated."""
2411,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1050,2015-01-03T15:07:00,Kumbhalgarh,"OOC: Zatak The Japaneese Minister is preparing to visit India, should I take control, or you?"
2412,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1075,2015-01-03T16:21:00,Iritrian,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22978930#p22978930"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Zambian Barracks</span><br/><br/>""Our goal is to rid Africa of it's corrupt, puppet governments. For too long, the masses have had to suffer while their ""leaders"" padded their bank accounts. If we must kill a few civilians in the process, then so be it. It means little in the long term. While we may not have a set base of operations, we have affiliates and allies all over the continent, and elsewhere.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Very well, we accept this..."" a loud explosion ripples through compounds of the barracks and interrupts Rick ""Bloody hell, I think the Zambian military is here. You'd better get out of here while we clean up this mess, I'll tell one of my guys to escort you off the area!""<br/><br/>Rick rushed out of the doors and through the barracks. Leaping outside, withdrawing his gun from his back and climbed over to his soldiers who were firing at soldiers below the compound.<br/><br/>""Jeff, I need you to escort our new friend off the site while we sort out the Zambians!""<br/><br/>""Sir, we all do respect but my place is to defend the barracks.""<br/><br/>""You have your orders Jeff!""<br/><br/>Jeff rushes into the barracks and finds Karimo..."
2413,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1075,2015-01-03T18:03:00,Australian Antarctica,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Tibet</span></span><br/>With the war growing longer and longer, Chinese soldiers are growing increasingly restless. Propaganda has been distributed among the Chinese ranks, stating that they are fighting a loosing war. This does not break the terms of the cease-fire, therefore, the Chinese cannot fight it. Already, 2,000 Chinese have joined the Tibetans with 5 Tanks. Of those, 5 were officers that had info on Chinese strength and tactics, as well as positions and supply routes. This intel was already being distributed among the Tibetan leadership and plans are being drawn up. Unconfirmed reports also state Chinese soldiers rebelling against their commanders. In China, pro-Tibetan riots continue, calling for an end to the war in Tibet."
2414,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1075,2015-01-04T07:39:00,Cyanide Republic,After getting no response of the government. The people of Denver got angrier. The lead protesters wanted Krenzianism. A rebellion started to form. Most of the small business owners started to fall in the new ideology.<br/><br/>Drafted Marines with a Krenzian Ideology started to think like if they were prisoners of their own government. Which they didn't wanted to be seen as. Civilians burnt all of their draft cards in front of the governer mansion in Denver.<br/><br/>The fight only grew worse when a small arms manufacturer started to supply the rioters with actual led bullets. The fight for Krenzianism is on the rise.<br/><br/>The Krenzian Party was established in Congress. It grew larger than the Green Party and grew even larger by the hour.But they were still considered small majority of congress. The Krenzian Party posted advertisements all over the U.S.
2415,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1075,2015-01-05T02:24:00,Elepis,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">2nd Battle of Tikrit</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">3:30 AM</span><br/><br/>Lieutenant Palio sat at the control of his TB-16 Aslan bomber, flying through the night sky, it turboprop engines making a loud droning noise. Next to hit sat his co-pilot Mehmet and his weapons controller Murat. The TB-16 flew in a formation of 10 towards the city of Tikirt. Tikrit had been bombarded for days now, but today, for 5 hours it would be almost constant air attack and artillery attacks, then the infantry would attack the city from two sides, finally liberating it from IS.<br/><br/>The TB-16 formation began curving around, flying over Tikrit, but not dropping any bombs, they held their payloads until they were over the southern defensive lines, then Palio gave the order to fire and Murat pressed the launch button. Immediately 25,000 kilograms of high explosive bombs tumbled out of the bomb bay, sending up huge explosion on the ground. Palio did not see the damage done but he could here the loud bangs of bombs detonating."
2416,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1075,2015-01-05T09:00:00,Licata,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Rome</span><br/><br/>With popular support in the 90's Giovanni has decided it's time to cement his position of power and begin the rebirth of the Third Alternative. All of the preparations were made and every broadcasting station was prepared.<br/><br/>*Enters Giovanni Messe with the national anthem playing with the flags of all of the Syndicates and Italy behind his podium. He waves to the cheering crowd who are attending the event in person. He begins to speak.*<br/><br/>""Good day Italians! First, I would like to open this announcement with a most humble thanks for all of your hard work. I would like to thank the Syndicates for their great work, they've brought jobs to millions of people in several nations. The Italian Syndicate is one of the most incredible organisms in this world.<br/><br/>Now, onto the announcement. You all know that I've held a particularly high position of power in the government, with no competing figures. And we've prospered. In this turbulent time of war and conquest we've only grew in strength. We now have the capability to strike at any aggressor and our great Syndicates stand guard with their legions, we are safe. Public debt has been shrinking steadily since the great changes made not long ago. We are on the rise. And I say we must continue on this path, as does the Fascist Party. And so, I say let us remain prosperous. I am, reestablishing the monarchy in Italy! An Emperor is just what we need, a stable government with established policy is what Europe lack and needs. It will be awkward, but eventually we all will get use to it. know that is just the formalization of the power held by the Fascist state, and that very little will change. For now, it is just a change to our Nation's name. Good day!""<br/><br/>*The speech fades out with Messe walking off stage with the crowd cheering.*<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Gypsy Ghettos</span><br/><br/>The recent developments within the all Gypsy community of Southern Italy show the great success of mare Nostrum. over four hundred thousand Gypsys live in the city named after Messe. Unemployment rate is at only .5%. An all Gypsy unit has been made, loyal to the Fascist state, they took up arms for Italy because it was the only nation to show their entire people kindness. The town was given limited autonomy so that they may independently develop their culture, though they've embraced the Italian way of life. They form some of the most nationalistic citizens of Italy with an approval rate of 98%, in favor of the Fascist government and the Syndicates that've given them the resources to prosper.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">mare Nostrum</span><br/><br/>Another ship of 3,000 was brought a shore, they were processed quickly and were sent of to their respective designated zones. African headed off to African ghettos and the Balkans headed to the Balkan Ghettos. Upon arrival they were processed, given a job and citizenship.<br/><br/>OOC: This is just to get me back in the to RP'ing."
2417,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1075,2015-01-05T09:05:00,The Greater Gambia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Iritrian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=23014612#p23014612"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=22978930#p22978930"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Zambian Barracks</span><br/><br/>""Our goal is to rid Africa of it's corrupt, puppet governments. For too long, the masses have had to suffer while their ""leaders"" padded their bank accounts. If we must kill a few civilians in the process, then so be it. It means little in the long term. While we may not have a set base of operations, we have affiliates and allies all over the continent, and elsewhere.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Very well, we accept this..."" a loud explosion ripples through compounds of the barracks and interrupts Rick ""Bloody hell, I think the Zambian military is here. You'd better get out of here while we clean up this mess, I'll tell one of my guys to escort you off the area!""<br/><br/>Rick rushed out of the doors and through the barracks. Leaping outside, withdrawing his gun from his back and climbed over to his soldiers who were firing at soldiers below the compound. <br/><br/>""Jeff, I need you to escort our new friend off the site while we sort out the Zambians!""<br/><br/>""Sir, we all do respect but my place is to defend the barracks.""<br/><br/>""You have your orders Jeff!""<br/><br/>Jeff rushes into the barracks and finds Karimo...</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The man finds Karimo sitting in one of the chairs in the meeting room, smoking a cigarette.<br/><br/>""My men brought mortars, MANPADS, and LMG's when we came here. That's how we were able to push back the Zambians that were surrounding this place. Once I get back to them, I'll order them to support you and your comrades."" He takes another drag of his cigarette.<br/><br/>""Also, may I please have my weapons back?"""
2418,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1075,2015-01-05T09:38:00,Licata,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">France</span><br/><br/>With the aggressive expansion into France by the Syndicates progressing, thousands of businesses have been assimilated. Spreading higher pay and employment. Several town have been completely taken by Syndicates. The Locals seem to be fairly happy with the change, for better jobs are more available and they are seeing better working conditions. New factories are being built as well as a rather large investment in revitalizing several dying industries. Roads, train systems, and airports have also been bought out. With in these workplaces under the Syndicates, light propaganda is used to encourage support for the Syndicates and a slight adoration for the Italian state."
2419,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1075,2015-01-05T12:37:00,Mattijana,"<span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">North of Hamhung</span><br/><br/>The South Koreans were still pushing to try and push the North Koreans into the hills around Hamhung, but were still having a tough time in pushing through an equally well drilled, but still more backwards army. They decided to change tack pressing the NK army towards the flood plain to the east. This had slightly more success with the back lines of men and artillery becoming stuck in the mud. The South Koreans pushed on and caused a more conclusive retreat, but still had a long way to go in pushing their enemy back to the river."
2420,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1075,2015-01-05T15:01:00,Armeia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lima, Peru</span><br/>Construction finishes on a stronghold for Empire, the world's new crime superpower. The place was surrounded by razor wire fence and had armed guards.<br/>Across town Empire had bought a small hotel and turned it into a brothel, planning to expand their prostitution business to Peru.<br/><br/>Back in Hong Kong, the cartel's leader Jack Dietrich was examining a map planning his next move. He lived in a apartment owned by him next to a big hotel, also owned by him, where he lived like a king. He never had less then 3 girlfriends and had access to all the money and power he needed."
2421,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1075,2015-01-05T15:13:00,Indian Empire,"I wish to claim Mongolia (do I just do this, or is there a place for applications?)"
2422,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1075,2015-01-05T15:46:00,Licata,--
2423,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1075,2015-01-05T15:50:00,Indian Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Licata <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=23037934#p23037934"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Indian Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=23037587#p23037587"">wrote</a>:</cite>I wish to claim Mongolia (do I just do this, or is there a place for applications?)</div></blockquote><br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?ns=1&amp;f=31&amp;t=320823&amp;p=23037913#p23037913"" rel=""nofollow"">https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopi ... #p23037913</a><br/>App here, after you App, edit you post and make it blank.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>thanx.<br/><br/>BTW, where is the map?"
2424,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1075,2015-01-05T16:41:00,Armeia,"Empire begins it's operation selling weapons in Lima, selling out the backs of vans and from the newly built stronghold. The Imperials clash with the local gangs but quickly win control of the city, as they have surperior weapons and numbers, and are run like a real military. The cartel sets its sights on the rest of Peru.<br/><br/>Meanwhile a stronghold starts construction in Osaka."
2425,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1075,2015-01-05T16:55:00,Iritrian,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=23034178#p23034178"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Iritrian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=23014612#p23014612"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""Very well, we accept this..."" a loud explosion ripples through compounds of the barracks and interrupts Rick ""Bloody hell, I think the Zambian military is here. You'd better get out of here while we clean up this mess, I'll tell one of my guys to escort you off the area!""<br/><br/>Rick rushed out of the doors and through the barracks. Leaping outside, withdrawing his gun from his back and climbed over to his soldiers who were firing at soldiers below the compound. <br/><br/>""Jeff, I need you to escort our new friend off the site while we sort out the Zambians!""<br/><br/>""Sir, we all do respect but my place is to defend the barracks.""<br/><br/>""You have your orders Jeff!""<br/><br/>Jeff rushes into the barracks and finds Karimo...</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The man finds Karimo sitting in one of the chairs in the meeting room, smoking a cigarette.<br/><br/>""My men brought mortars, MANPADS, and LMG's when we came here. That's how we were able to push back the Zambians that were surrounding this place. Once I get back to them, I'll order them to support you and your comrades."" He takes another drag of his cigarette.<br/><br/>""Also, may I please have my weapons back?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""If you are joining the fight and defending the barracks with us, I'll retrieve them for you."" Jeff replied, with a slight frustrations in his voice. ""Guard! Get this gentlemen his weapons at once!"" He later shouted to another soldier running through.<br/><br/>The men start running towards the exit when the other guard returns with the weapons and gives them to Karimo.<br/>""If you can use them, now would be a great time."""
2426,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1075,2015-01-05T17:00:00,Indian Empire,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i58.tinypic.com/1zb9t09.jpg""/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Pretoria, South Africa</span><br/>The Lights in the Capital emerged, and the Head of State Jacob Zuma stepped up to the Podium.<br/>He began his speech quickly after the applause stopped. <br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""The First thing we would like to do is to work on resolving our border disputes and making new allies. Otherwise, with the size of our Military and Navy, we won't last. We are currently entering talks with Mozambique, Madagascar, and France about our border disputes. We will also send a ally request to the United States, Britain, and Australia. These are peaceful countries with large militaries that can help us in our survival.""</span><br/>The crowd claps and cheers after Mr. Zuma takes a bow and walks off the podium.</blockquote>"
2427,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1075,2015-01-05T17:01:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Indian Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=23038911#p23038911"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i58.tinypic.com/1zb9t09.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Pretoria, South Africa</span><br/>The Lights in the Capital emerged, and the Head of State Jacob Zuma stepped up to the Podium.<br/>He began his speech quickly after the applause stopped. <br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""The First thing we would like to do is to work on resolving our border disputes and making new allies. Otherwise, with the size of our Military and Navy, we won't last a heartbeat. We are currently entering talks with Mozambique, Madagascar, and France about our border disputes. We will also send a ally request to the United States, Britain, and Australia. These are peaceful countries with large militaries that can help us in our survival.""</span><br/>The crowd claps and cheers after Mr. Zuma takes a bow and walks off the podium.</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/>OOC: You were denied bro.... GTFO"
2428,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1075,2015-01-05T17:04:00,The Greater Gambia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Iritrian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=23038820#p23038820"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=23034178#p23034178"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>The man finds Karimo sitting in one of the chairs in the meeting room, smoking a cigarette.<br/><br/>""My men brought mortars, MANPADS, and LMG's when we came here. That's how we were able to push back the Zambians that were surrounding this place. Once I get back to them, I'll order them to support you and your comrades."" He takes another drag of his cigarette.<br/><br/>""Also, may I please have my weapons back?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""If you are joining the fight and defending the barracks with us, I'll retrieve them for you."" Jeff replied, with a slight frustrations in his voice. ""Guard! Get this gentlemen his weapons at once!"" He later shouted to another soldier running through.<br/><br/>The men start running towards the exit when the other guard returns with the weapons and gives them to Karimo. <br/>""If you can use them, now would be a great time.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Karimo takes the uzi away from the guard and makes his way to his troops.<br/><br/>""Men, the Zambian pigs have arrived! I want everyone to put on their gas masks and begin bombarding them with mortars!""<br/><br/>He looks over to one of his commanders.<br/><br/>""Are the cannisters in position?""<br/><br/>The commander nods.<br/><br/>""We placed them around the compound, just as you asked.""<br/><br/>""Good, take a few men and begin distributing gas masks among the iritrians. When that is done, detonate the bombs."""
2429,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1075,2015-01-06T08:56:00,Iritrian,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=23038973#p23038973"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Iritrian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=23038820#p23038820"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""If you are joining the fight and defending the barracks with us, I'll retrieve them for you."" Jeff replied, with a slight frustrations in his voice. ""Guard! Get this gentlemen his weapons at once!"" He later shouted to another soldier running through.<br/><br/>The men start running towards the exit when the other guard returns with the weapons and gives them to Karimo. <br/>""If you can use them, now would be a great time.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Karimo takes the uzi away from the guard and makes his way to his troops.<br/><br/>""Men, the Zambian pigs have arrived! I want everyone to put on their gas masks and begin bombarding them with mortars!""<br/><br/>He looks over to one of his commanders.<br/><br/>""Are the cannisters in position?""<br/><br/>The commander nods.<br/><br/>""We placed them around the compound, just as you asked.""<br/><br/>""Good, take a few men and begin distributing gas masks among the iritrians. When that is done, detonate the bombs.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Rick over here's, Karimos orders and gets concerned.<br/>""Canisters! What the fuck is your plan Commander?!"" General Rick shouts"
2430,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1075,2015-01-06T10:40:00,Elepis,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Tikrit</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">4:30 AM</span><br/><br/>After an hour of saturation strikes by the Turkish and Iraqi air force using TB-16s, F-16s, A-10 Warthogs, Su-25 Frogfoots, Viper attack helicopters, T129 ATAK attack helicopters and Apache gunships. The IS fighter had retreated underground on in to improvised bunkers. After the air attacks stopped the fighters began to emerge out in the open again, however as soon as they reached their positions the Iraqi artillery opened up. TOS-1 multiple rocket launchers opened up, sending their deadly Thermobaric warheads streaking across the night sky. Shells from M109 self propelled howitzers demolished buildings and M198 stationary howitzer sent IS tanks and armoured vehicles up in flames.<br/><br/>Under the cover of Howitzer and rocket fire the tanks of the Iraqi and Turkish forces advanced on the outer perimeter of the city, adding their weight of shells to the bombardment as the speeded towards the city. Behind them came armoured personnel carriers, carrying the shock troops of the two armies, the Turkish Maroon Berets and Iraqi Special Operations Forces. Just as the Turkish and Iraqi troops got within heavy machine gun range of the outer city,the Iraqi M198s switched from shells to tear gas. 4 TB-16's flew over the IS positions around the city dropping the tear gas on IS defenders. The Turkish and Iraqi forced would remain fully operational thanks the their gas masks but the exposed IS fighter doubled over coughing and crying, trying to shield their faces, taking their eyes off the rapidly approaching coalition forces."
2431,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1075,2015-01-06T11:18:00,Armeia,Empire reaches an agreement with the police in Lima that the city is now under control of the cartel. Any other cartels will be fought by the police but the cops are not permitted to perform raids on Empire's strongholds or brothels. In exchange the police receive a hefty sum of money every month.
2432,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1075,2015-01-06T14:23:00,The Greater Gambia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Iritrian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=23044932#p23044932"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=23038973#p23038973"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Karimo takes the uzi away from the guard and makes his way to his troops.<br/><br/>""Men, the Zambian pigs have arrived! I want everyone to put on their gas masks and begin bombarding them with mortars!""<br/><br/>He looks over to one of his commanders.<br/><br/>""Are the cannisters in position?""<br/><br/>The commander nods.<br/><br/>""We placed them around the compound, just as you asked.""<br/><br/>""Good, take a few men and begin distributing gas masks among the iritrians. When that is done, detonate the bombs.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Rick over here's, Karimos orders and gets concerned.<br/>""Canisters! What the fuck is your plan Commander?!"" General Rick shouts</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Karimo adjusts his gas mask and tosses the general one as well.<br/><br/>""We've placed mustard gas cannisters around the base. Once the Zambians move in we'll detonate them. Make sure your men get these gas masks."""
2433,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1075,2015-01-06T14:46:00,Armeia,"The base in Osaka is completed and southern Japan becomes mostly controlled by Empire. The group forges an alliance with the Yakuza to not attack each other and agree that northern Japan will be owned by the Yakuza and Empire will own Tokyo and Osaka.<br/>The base in Hong Kong is strengthened, an extra fence and machine gun post added.<br/><br/>Meanwhile a flight with the leaders of Empire lands in Jakarta, scouting if the area is a good place to build a base in..."
2434,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1075,2015-01-06T16:00:00,Pimps Inc,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Pinacoteca Vaticana,Vatican City</span></div><br/>Juarez was the only one in the room except for the figures portrayed in the artworks of Giotto,the mystery shrouded Olivuccio di Ciccarello,the famous Raphael,the great Da Vinci,among others.Although there were many other paintings,one of those really stuck out to him:<span style=""font-style: italic"">St Jerome in the Wilderness</span>.The painting depicts Saint Jerome during his retreat to the Syrian desert, where he lived the life of a hermit. St Jerome kneels in a rocky landscape, gazing toward a crucifix which can be discerned faintly sketched in at the extreme right of the painting. In Jerome's right hand he holds a rock with which he is traditionally shown beating his chest in penance. At his feet is the lion which became a loyal companion after he extracted a thorn from its paw. The lion, the stone and a cardinal's hat are the traditional attributes of the saint.<br/><br/>On the left-hand side of the panel the background is a distant landscape of a lake surrounded by precipitous mountains shrouded in mist. To the right-hand side, the only discernible feature is a faintly-sketched church, seen through the opening in the rocks. The church's presence may allude to Jerome's position in Western Christianity as one of the Doctors of the Church.<br/><br/>A man walked in behind him,a bulge in his internal suit pocket which held a PT92.The man,Jose Valles of the ORCC and a personal guard of Juarez,waited in silence as to not interrupt his superior from whatever thought he was immersed in.Finally,it was Juarez that broke the silence.<br/><br/>""Isn't it just.....just....so stunning?""<br/><br/>Jose,perplexed at first of what Juarez meant,hesitated in responding before finally answering.<br/>""Uh...yes,one of the main displays of the Holy See.""<br/><br/>""I feel like....it means something.A sign....from....God?I don't know.Am I supposed to be Saint Jerome,lost in the wilderness that is modern life and its crime underworld?I.....I.....Wow.Anyways,what is it?Why did you want to talk to me?""<br/><br/>Jose pulled up the message on his modified pager.<br/>""The president has cleared ORCC to operate in the rest of the South American countries.He said he would allow you to start operating in Europe once all of the Americas have been taken.Right now,Cartels are moving in on Ecuador and Venezuela.Ecuador should pose no threat,Venezuela is weak,we are still struggling with Colombia's FARC but we're working on peace talks.What else......ah,that's right.ORCC intel suggests a possible new crime organization.They should be easy to push out but we think they may have contacts in Asia.""<br/><br/>Juarez only pulled out a cigar and lit it.<br/>""So what?We can napalm the shit out of them and be done with it.Tell ORCC to carry on the ""Wars"".""<br/><br/>""Yes,sir.""<br/><br/>Juarez then headed back to his inn inside the limits of the Vatican,where the Romans couldn't get him.He opened the door,in the bed lay<a class=""postlink"" href=""https://www.google.com/search?q=Magdalena+Wolinska-Riedi&amp;rlz=1C1RNPN_enUS389US390&amp;oq=Magdalena+Wolinska-Riedi&amp;aqs=chrome..69i57&amp;sourceid=chrome&amp;ie=UTF-8"" rel=""nofollow"">Magdalena Wolinska-Riedi</a>,the wife of some poor Swiss guard.He went straight to the kitchen and pulled out a bottle of whiskey..........<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">The Cartel Wars</span><br/>South America</div><br/>Organized crime in Ecuador all came from Colombia but due to the Cartel occupation of the region,it was non-existent.The Sinaloa Cartel was in charge of taking it,which it did without any major opposition apart from a few gangs,and finished by bribing government officials.After a month,the officials would be killed off and replaced by members of the Cartels,by buying the elections,who don't require as much pay.<br/><br/>Los Zetas and La Familia would take Peru and Colombia in joint operations.If the FARC joined the Cartels,then they would stage a revolution in Colombia,replacing the current one with a Cartel-influenced one that would be friendly to organized crime.The revolution would also be supported by the ""Cartel-governments"" of Ecuador and Venezuela,nations which already support them.Venezuela is already in a similar situation to Colombia,with the people being unsatisfied with the government.The Cartels would add fuel to the spark of revolution with guns and drugs,until Venezuela fell and in the midst of the confusion,the Cartels would take over.Once the Gringos stepped in and ""stabilized"" everything,it wouldn't matter.Venezuela would be theirs........<br/><br/>Current Income of ORCC:163,678,305,000"
2435,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1075,2015-01-06T16:32:00,Licata,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Rome</span><br/><br/>The Secret services of the Empire of Italia had long been on the trail of the Cartel, who'd been expanding their operations into other nations. Word came in from an operative in the Vatican, that a couple of mysterious Mexicans were poking about in the Vatican City, Dejure Territory of the Empire. And so a unit of Fratelli was deployed. 34, strong of the Fratelli were deployed to the Vatican to root out the filth that was this Mexican heretical Organisation that was assumed to have been forming in the Vatican, with an American in the position of Pope, was to be assumed.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Vatican City</span><br/><br/>A bus load of Fratelli showed up to the Vatican, posing as Texan Exchange Students on a Field trip to the Vatican."
2436,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1075,2015-01-06T17:08:00,Pimps Inc,"<span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Residenza Paolo VI Rome,Vatican City</span></span><br/>Juarez got out of bed quietly so as to not disturb Magdalena from her slumber.She looked tired,even while resting.He dressed and holstered his Five-seven he had smuggled after bribing the military officer that was in charge at the time.A female officer,actually......<br/><br/>He stepped out,the sides of his leather coat and his scarf flapping in the wind,and walked towards the Basilica.He didn't really have a reason except he was just bored.Nothing to do except bang the few females of the Vatican or tourists.<br/><br/>While on the way,a group of kids exited from a bus.Maybe a school trip,who knew.The bus said something about Texas,though some of the kids didn't look Texan or even American.<br/><br/>""That's weird.""<br/><br/>Yet,Juarez didn't really focus on that and continued past them,to the Basilica...."
2437,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1100,2015-01-06T17:14:00,Licata,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=23049953#p23049953"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Residenza Paolo VI Rome,Vatican City</span></span><br/>Juarez got out of bed quietly so as to not disturb Magdalena from her slumber.She looked tired,even while resting.He dressed and holstered his Five-seven he had smuggled after bribing the military officer that was in charge at the time.A female officer,actually......<br/><br/>He stepped out,the sides of his leather coat and his scarf flapping in the wind,and walked towards the Basilica.He didn't really have a reason except he was just bored.Nothing to do except bang the few females of the Vatican or tourists.<br/><br/>While on the way,a group of kids exited from a bus.Maybe a school trip,who knew.The bus said something about Texas,though some of the kids didn't look Texan or even American.<br/><br/>""That's weird.""<br/><br/>Yet,Juarez didn't really focus on that and continued past them,to the Basilica....</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Vatican City</span><br/><br/>One if the Fratelli payed mind to the man who passed by their group. He looked suspicious, Mexican even. She nudged one of the other Fratteli, who then nudged another, this continued until all were at attention.<br/><br/>One of the Fratteli yelled out, ""Reach for the sky Mexican!""(In an extremely Italian accent, quoting Toy Story) while drawing a P90 out of a Hello Kitty backpack. The other followed suit and drew their P90's."
2438,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1100,2015-01-06T17:31:00,Pimps Inc,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Vatican City</span><br/>Juarez stopped and raised his hands.<br/><br/>""That kid has a weapon!Polizia!""<br/>Juarez yelled before rushing to a nearby group of tourists,taking cover behind a few men and a woman."
2439,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1100,2015-01-06T17:51:00,Marsisian,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Berlin, Germany<br/>Government Building</span><br/><br/>Several high ranking government officials and the Minister of the Interior were all present for the urgent meeting that the President had called them to. ""Gentlemen, we are here for one reason and one reason only. We must retake control of our colony in East Africa that was stolen from us by the British at the end of World War 1, German New Guinea."" As the President paused, the people there murmured quietly. ""As you know, this will be no easy feat. They will handle Ethiopia and we will handle Tanzania. In order to effectively control the situation we will be setting up in East Africa, I have set up a new agency that in public, handles national SWAT affairs, the Domestic Operations Ground Enforcers, but in reality they will become a new national security and intelligence agency. They will secretly handle Operation Rightwing."""
2440,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1100,2015-01-06T18:35:00,Mangjukoia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Tokyo, Japan</span><br/>In the Cabinet Secretariat, a unit for Naicho was being created similar to the CIA's Special Activities Division, also bearing the same responsibilities as the CIA's SAD. The unit would be called ""<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Yu</span>rei<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Sen</span>shi"" - ""<span style=""font-weight: bold"">戦</span>士<span style=""font-weight: bold"">幽</span>霊"" or ""Ghost Soldier"". It's agents would be pulled from Japan's SFG, 1st Airborne, and other such units.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, Prime Minister Fukunaga boarded his flight to India on the diplomatic mission."
2441,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1100,2015-01-06T20:39:00,The Greater Gambia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">9 Years Later</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Gambia</span><br/><br/>Nine years had past since President Yahya Jammeh had been overthrown. In that time, the Gambia has changed miraculously. patients in hospitals were now given quality care thanks to training and supplies from doctors without borders. People in the major cities now lived with the same standards as the western countries. While the most of the rural areas in the east were still way behind the major cities, there was still a level of comfort enjoyed by the people.Gambia had become one of the richest countries on the continent. People from Cairo to Cape Town flocked to what was being called, the Dubai of Africa. All was not well however. Over the past nine years, The African Freedom Party has expanded to about 50,000 members across the continent, with hotbeds in Nigeria, Zimbabwe, Zambia, the Central African Republic, and Somalia. With their growth also came the growth of the Nigerian Mafia, the criminal branch of the AFP. Where ever the AFP went, the Nigerian Mafia was close behind, the Nigerians would be fast and ruthless in their conquest of the local criminal organizations. Things reached their peak in 2019 when the AFP attempted to assassinate the Egyptian president. This incident lead to the Creation of the Pan-African Counter-Terrorism Unit (PACTU). While the unit is made up of men and women from all over the continent, the main Members are Mali, the Gambia, Senegal, Egypt, Kenya, Angola, and Angola. The unit was made up of 3,000 individuals. To counter the threat at home, the Gambia instituted the conscription of 500,000 troops. Only 25,000 would be active however, for the rest would be placed in reserve in case of a national emergency.<br/><br/><br/><br/>WIP"
2442,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1100,2015-01-06T22:31:00,Licata,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=23050252#p23050252"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Vatican City</span><br/>Juarez stopped and raised his hands.<br/><br/>""That kid has a weapon!Polizia!""<br/>Juarez yelled before rushing to a nearby group of tourists,taking cover behind a few men and a woman.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The Fratteli open fire at the same time. Unleashing a storm of 5.7×28mm into the crowd."
2443,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1100,2015-01-06T23:26:00,Pimps Inc,"<blockquote><div><cite>Licata <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=23053377#p23053377"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=23050252#p23050252"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Vatican City</span><br/>Juarez stopped and raised his hands.<br/><br/>""That kid has a weapon!Polizia!""<br/>Juarez yelled before rushing to a nearby group of tourists,taking cover behind a few men and a woman.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The Fratteli open fire at the same time. Unleashing a storm of 5.7×28mm into the crowd.</div></blockquote><br/>Before Juarez reached the crowd,a bullet hit him in the arm,going straight through the side of his bone.When he reached the crowd,bullets were everywhere.Another volley round graced his ribs and one graced his cheek.He cowered behind a short yet thick wall made of granite,where the bullets didn't fully penetrate but still damaged the material.It would not last long.The pain almost caused him to blackout but he managed to rip piece of cloth from his tattered jacket and began to dress his wounds in a hurry.He raised his arm above the heart to slow bleeding and pulled out his Five-seven.His vision was already turning blurry when even more guns shots sounded.Probably the Swiss Guard returning fire to the children.Suddenly,a young blonde girl fell dead near him.Juarez couldn't remember if he had ""met"" her.Who the hell where those kids and what the hell was wrong with them?Who would do something like this?He decided to once again hide his gun in his suit.As he did that,a shape neared him,looked like a Swiss Guard.His mouth moved but no sound came.What?Who..........darkness."
2444,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1100,2015-01-06T23:39:00,Licata,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Vatican City</span><br/><br/>The Frattelli redirected their fire to the vulnerable Swiss guard. The sound from their fire was deafening, a constant buzzing sound from their P90's. One of the Fratelli tossed a grenade to Juarez's position."
2445,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1100,2015-01-06T23:48:00,Pimps Inc,"OCC:1.Definition of guard:a body of soldier<span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">s</span></span></span>serving to protect a place or person.<br/>There's many guards,capisce?<br/>2.How'd they get so much weapons into the city?<br/><br/>IC:Juarez woke as a heavy object fell on him.The corpse of the Swiss Guard was a sad sight,a young lad in his twenties,with a hole straight in his skull.As he fought to maintain consciousness,a small green object fell not far from Juarez's foot.Grenade?Juarez suddenly realized.He didn't have time to toss it back.So instead,he did the only other thing a dying person would do in that situation-he threw the body of the Swiss guard on the grenade.The blast sent flesh,bone,and blood in all direction,the red mist blanketing Juarez's face.More and more guards began to arrive as well as sirens began to sound...."
2446,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1100,2015-01-06T23:53:00,Licata,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=23053708#p23053708"">wrote</a>:</cite>OCC:1.Definition of guard:a body of soldier<span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">s</span></span></span> serving to protect a place or person.<br/>There's many guards,capisce?<br/>2.How'd they get so much weapons into the city?<br/><br/>IC:Juarez woke as a heavy object fell on him.The corpse of the Swiss Guard was a sad sight,a young lad in his twenties,with a hole straight in his skull.As he fought to maintain consciousness,a small green object fell not far from Juarez's foot.Grenade?Juarez suddenly realized.He didn't have time to toss it back.So instead,he did the only other thing a dying person would do in that situation-he threw the body of the Swiss guard on the grenade.The blast sent flesh,bone,and blood in all direction,the red mist blanketing Juarez's face.More and more guards began to arrive as well as sirens began to sound....</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Vatican City</span><br/><br/>The Fratelli retreated to the bus, dragging their fallen comrades. They continued to shoot into the crowds and at the Swiss guards.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Rome</span><br/><br/>The Garrison of Rome was deployed to the Vatican. 13,000 men and numerous vehicles were sent as well.<br/><br/>(OOC: with the full support of GIS, they have plenty of ways to falsify papers and records.)"
2447,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1100,2015-01-07T07:47:00,Australian Antarctica,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">New Lhasa, Tibet</span></span><br/>The past 9 years had been hard, but good. After the Chinese defeat at the second battle of Lhasa and the subsequent withdrawal of Chinese soldiers from Tibetan land. They left 300 Tanks, over 500 APCs, and 1,000 Humvees behind, which the Tibetans scooped up and used for their own military. The American Aid helped a lot, and went mostly to rebuilding Lhasa, where the majority of the population resided(Roughly 2,000,000). Another important event was the ""Great Tibetan Migration"" of 2019 where 2,000,000 Chinese civilians, wanting a better life, stormed across the border and began building 'settlements' across the countryside. The Tibetan people were unhappy at first, but came around after it was shown the Chinese people were actually helping with rebuilding. New Lhasa was the only modern city, or city at all, in all of Tibet. New Lhasa was the brainchild of both the American Aid Workers, and Tibetan Government, who decided rather than do the impossible and try to rebuild, they would bulldoze the remaining buildings and build a new city. The project took 10 Billion dollars and over 2,000,000 workers, but by 2025, the city was built with modern plumbing, roads, and a lot of businesses. The main businesses in Tibet are still forestry and mining and the government is based off of the American way.<br/><br/>The military still had a size of 150,000 and the population was holding steady at 4,213,000. The military had 50 Jets, 3,000 tanks, 7,000 APCs, 100 JLTVs and 14,000 Humvees."
2448,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1100,2015-01-07T09:00:00,Of The Rnclave,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center"">Official report of the United States of America in the year 2025-</div><br/><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/tR8qVsj.png""/></div><br/><br/>Description of Military: Following the defense cuts of 2017-2023, which drastically realigned and streamlined the US Armed Forces, most if not all US forces save those in Tibet and Afghanistan, reside in the USA. While the Armed Forces remain ready to deploy within several days of any emerging conflict, and remains one of the most advanced and powerful armed forces in one this planet, problems have emerged, such as the personnel lay offs. While these cuts have allowed us to focus more on other outlooks, it does reduce the ability of the American military to respond to most conflicts fats enough in most opinions.<br/><br/>After the reintegration of forces deployed worldwide, most old equipment has been retired due to lack of effectiveness in the modern world, so did military establish Operation: Overhaul, which streamlined the ground forces of the USA to maintain the same vehicles across the board, as well as weapons, ammo ( Such as the 6.5 Grendel, which replaced the 5.56 as the man round, all rifles have been adapted to fire his round ), and troop equipment. This has allowed for better training in accuracy and such due to the amount of time forces spend in the USA, so in a sense, we do have a better trained and oiled war machine now, such as the requirement of all infantry forces to qualify marksman with the Xm8, same with the requirement of all forces to pass emergency medical classes. <br/><br/>The navy consists of multiple fleets, consisting of 12 Super-carriers, 8 Nimitz-class and 4 Gerald R. Ford-class carriers, which are used to project their power across the international playing field and deter any forces that may attempt to threaten the USA. While these forces have not yet left their bases throughout the world, and receive the most funding next to the Air Force, readiness remains a problem, even with new defenses against attack, and the modernized sub fleet.<br/><br/>The remaining nuclear stockpile of the USA, after it's large modernization effort in 2016-2020, and it's transfer to control under NORAD, remains the most alert of US forces, due to the threat attack still large. Increased downsizing among the Nuclear force and deployment of US military forces to the ZODIAK weapons in orbit, is not approved off, but generally accepted after a few weeks of deployment to the shield and Kinetic weapons station.<br/><br/>Description of the recovering American economy- The economy has been recovering from the two recessions it fell into in the last few decades, although using its ingenuity and development of high level robotic systems the USA has become the second largest producer in the world, with only China and its massive human resources ahead. The economy itself has been steadily growing, despite the unemployment rate hovering around 10 percent due to the lack of manufacturing jobs available to people with the automation of many industries. The economy has recovered from the minor recession caused by the Sino-American war in Tibet. The end of this war and no wars being waged worldwide by American forces has allowed the government to cut the defense budget by 40%, this excess money being given to Social programs and NASA, as the USA strategically refocused it's defense to Space.<br/><br/>The government has considered taking on a program establishing stronger pay for those who enlist in the armed forces, although it has continued to be stalled in Congress by its radical split. Energy and fuel has shifted primarily from crude fossil fuels to nuclear energy with the development of 4th Generation and 5th Generation nuclear reactor prototypes. These come at a time of the American green power surge, most if not all major US cities begin powered by solar power, wind power or hydro electric power, save for a few cities who run of energy created by the burning of trash.<br/><br/>Immigration: Due to the switch from recessions to labour shortages, the aggressive immigration campaign of the governments has increased the Latino population of the southwest and Midwest to 35-40% in the Southwest. This led to Operation Homestead to establish housing and jobs for these new immigrants, which has worked to moderate success, such as in the city of New Mexico City, a largely Latino city in culture and so on. The next part of Operation Homestead has included subsides to these immigrants for their staying in the USA and employing in manufacturing or joining college or a Latino high school.</blockquote>"
2449,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1100,2015-01-07T11:53:00,Elepis,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/f/fb/Emblem_of_the_President_of_Turkey.svg/400px-Emblem_of_the_President_of_Turkey.svg.png""/></div><br/><br/>Description of Military: Because of the three 2016 crisis (Kosovo, Iraq, Gambia, all of which were successful) that the Turkish military was involved in, the defense budget rose along with the economy (which experienced a major boom after 2017). The US sold off large parts of their air force in the early 2020's, the Republic acquired 200 planes (F-16Vs, F-35s and A-10s) free of charge. The air force has been finished modernization with older F-15 and F-16s being sold off to Albania, Bosnia, Kurdistan, TRNC, Iraq and various other Turkish allies, making a large profit. <br/><br/>The air force have also developed a new domestic, ICBM, based off the 20 (nuclear armed) LGM-30 Minutemen given to Turkey by the USA. The new ICBM, called the Ataturk missiles, it is almost identical the the LM-30G ICBM used by the USA. While the ICBM officially only carries non-nuclear warheads, it does have the capacity to carry WMD war heads.<br/><br/>The army also experienced modernization, however unlike the air force, the army modernization remained domestic. The older M60s have been sold off and the Leopard 1 fleet is aimed for reduction, to be replaced by leopard 2's and Altay tanks. The armies stockpiled RPG-7 have also been sold off to poorer countries (a lot went to Darfur), it has been replaced with modern domestic and American anti-tank weapons. The hundred or so Type 63 107mm rocket launchers have also been sold off to Gambia and other African countries, being replaced with modern Turkish MLRS such as the T-122 Sakarya.<br/><br/>The Navy has also received upgrades, but on a much smaller scale than the air force and army.<br/><br/>Description of the economy: The Turkish economy rose dramatically from 2015 (because of the fall of the Islamist AKP who scared away investors) to 2020, taking turkey to the position of 14 richest country by nominal GDP. Between 2020-2022 to economy stagnated a little bit but after reforms introduced by the CHP took effect, the economy rose again, taking Turkey to 12th place. <br/><br/>Elections:<br/>CHP (Republican People's Party, center left )<br/>HDP (Peoples' Democratic Party, left wing)<br/>BDP (Peace and Democracy Party, Center Left)<br/>MİLAD (Nation and Justice Party, Big Tent)<br/>AKP (Justice and Development Party, Center right)<br/><br/>Foreign Policy:<br/>Friends: FAK (Albania), Egypt, Iraq, Kurdistan, USA (and NATO), Gambia, Northern Cyprus, Jordan, Oman <br/>Rivals: Iran, Saudi Arabia, Serbia, Italy, Greece, Cyprus</blockquote>"
2450,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1100,2015-01-07T12:54:00,Pimps Inc,"<blockquote><div><cite>Licata <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=23053732#p23053732"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=23053708#p23053708"">wrote</a>:</cite>OCC:1.Definition of guard:a body of soldier<span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">s</span></span></span> serving to protect a place or person.<br/>There's many guards,capisce?<br/>2.How'd they get so much weapons into the city?<br/><br/>IC:Juarez woke as a heavy object fell on him.The corpse of the Swiss Guard was a sad sight,a young lad in his twenties,with a hole straight in his skull.As he fought to maintain consciousness,a small green object fell not far from Juarez's foot.Grenade?Juarez suddenly realized.He didn't have time to toss it back.So instead,he did the only other thing a dying person would do in that situation-he threw the body of the Swiss guard on the grenade.The blast sent flesh,bone,and blood in all direction,the red mist blanketing Juarez's face.More and more guards began to arrive as well as sirens began to sound....</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Vatican City</span><br/><br/>The Fratelli retreated to the bus, dragging their fallen comrades. They continued to shoot into the crowds and at the Swiss guards. <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Rome</span><br/><br/>The Garrison of Rome was deployed to the Vatican. 13,000 men and numerous vehicles were sent as well.<br/><br/>(OOC: with the full support of GIS, they have plenty of ways to falsify papers and records.)</div></blockquote><br/><br/>A few more guards neared him and the other tourists that had been caught in the crossfire.The guard began to push forward as the Fratelli retreated and guards with heavier equipment began to enter the fray.A few medics reached them,carrying many on stretches but Juarez was carried by a Swiss Guard in a Fireman's carry position.Medics treated his wounds and applied more bandages before Juarez''s bodyguards arrived in medical disguises and took him into a stolen ambulance......"
2451,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1100,2015-01-07T13:30:00,Licata,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=23058206#p23058206"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Licata <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=23053732#p23053732"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Vatican City</span><br/><br/>The Fratelli retreated to the bus, dragging their fallen comrades. They continued to shoot into the crowds and at the Swiss guards. <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Rome</span><br/><br/>The Garrison of Rome was deployed to the Vatican. 13,000 men and numerous vehicles were sent as well.<br/><br/>(OOC: with the full support of GIS, they have plenty of ways to falsify papers and records.)</div></blockquote><br/><br/>A few more guards neared him and the other tourists that had been caught in the crossfire.The guard began to push forward as the Fratelli retreated and guards with heavier equipment began to enter the fray.A few medics reached them,carrying many on stretches but Juarez was carried by a Swiss Guard in a Fireman's carry position.Medics treated his wounds and applied more bandages before Juarez''s bodyguards arrived in medical disguises and took him into a stolen ambulance......</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Vatican City</span><br/><br/>Just as the garrison of Rome had begun to arrive on the scene, the bus that the Fratelli were in exploded. The bus was rigged with a large fuel air bomb. Hundreds were wounded, among them thirty Italian soldiers apart of the Garrison. The deployed garrison began securing the Vatican, taking the critically wounded to hospitals in Rome and tending to those with minor wounds on the scene. The men begin set up road blocks and began to investigate the bus. They searched for bodies, but they were all burnt to a crisp, all identifying features were destroyed. All that was recovered were their destroyed weapons.<br/><br/>OOC: I will do my time skip later today. Too long to do in School."
2452,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1100,2015-01-07T14:04:00,Pimps Inc,"<a class=""postlink"" href=""https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0NYv3Sck708"" rel=""nofollow"">To set the mood while reading the following part only</a><br/>While international laws were being violated in the Holy See,the world was facing many other obstacles.In America,a new government struggled to fix the economy and infrastructure.It's war debts after the fall of China didn't help either,the young Tibet also took in many millions if not billions of dollars in repairing it from the many crimes commited by both sides.Yet,no help came to China.The so called leaders of the free world were to high up in their mountains of wealth to listen.In Europe,rebellions rose and fell.Russia faced another revolution ,as well as in Africa, and alll caused by the same man:Johnaton Bell.Germany planned the rebirth of their Reich behind closed doors,where they frantically and wildly waited hungrily for the chance of taking back Africa and becoming a superpower.The UK still did not adopt the Euro and after wiping the rebellion in Ireland, it didn't have much to do.Turkey's economy and military power grew as well.In Mexico,the government's Cartels slowly spread throughout South America and the Caribbean,wiping out competition and turning them into puppet governments and bringing in more and more money.Mexico began to grow.......<br/><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.ytimg.com/vi/MgxK5vm6lvk/hqdefault.jpg""/></div><br/><br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q8T9g7memUk"" rel=""nofollow"">Set the mood</a><br/><div align=""justify""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/9/90/Seal_of_the_Government_of_Mexico.svg/602px-Seal_of_the_Government_of_Mexico.svg.png""/><br/><br/>General Information of the Armed Forces:After the defense increases of 2020 and the ""cleansing"" in 2021,the Mexican Armed forces were able to afford newer and more advanced weaponry.The army slowly began to appear as more of a viable profession.South American governments allowed Mexican bases in their countries(due to the influence of the Cartels) and the base in Gambia was completed in 2018,which now houses 4,000 men of the Mexican Army.<br/><br/>With the creation of the North American Union,US forces made true to their word and offered advanced logistics and tactics training to the army along with sold equipment to Mexico had highly reduced prices.SEDENA or Secretariat of National Defense also initiated the bring back the X-weapons program.More M60 tanks were bought,around 100 each year until 2021,when buying stopped to allow the modification and upgrades to be made.More Gripens were bought along with helicopters.Mass production of SPGS and towed artillery occurred from 2018-2020,with the number artillery pieces and anti personnel mines in the thousands.When China fell,Cartels were sent to try and find as much military technology as possible.However,not much was stolen except for a few documents on the T99 and the J10.<br/><br/>Naval forces are now very much superior to the old equipment in 2016.With a decent amount of vessels,a few destroyers,cruisers,and corvettes which were bought from the EU nd Russia,the navy is capable of defending the Gulf against most intruders,both by air and sea.The Mexican government also banned any companies that do not originate in Mexico from fishing in the Gulf of Mexico,Sea of Cortes,and the Pacific coast of Mexico.The navy strictly enforces this law since 2023.The boost in military also allowed the founding of MARAD.The Mexican-American Aerospace Defense Command,in joint cooperation with US and NAU forces,in Veracruz.<br/><br/>SEDENA also cleared the US to extend the ""God's Shield"" into Mexico with construction yet to be completed.<br/><br/>Description of the recovering Mexican economy: it has not been easy for the 2 presidents that have been in office since 2016.An attempted revolt by the Cartels in 2019 costed the Mexican government 16 billion dollars and 30-47 thousand lives.The debt was paid off in a year by the Cartels income,once control had been regained, and forced Mexico to have a tighter grip on the Cartels by increasing ORCC's budget.When China's economy fell,all companies left the dead nation and left for their ""back up"".For a lot of them,that Plan B was Mexico.The cheap labor and large working force(large for a nation like Mexico) attracted the attention of many manufacturers.By 2020,Mexico's economy was increasing at an astonishing rate-with more and more products each year receiving the label of ""Made in Mexico"",giving Mexico the 10th largest economy in the world.<br/><br/>The Cartels:After installing Cartel influenced governments from Haiti to Argentina,they have allowed companies like Pemex, Cellmex,and Cemex to consume a majority of competition.Pemex is now the #10 richest company,according to Forbes.Preperations in Europe began in 2024,with operations to begin in 2025.....</blockquote></div>"
2453,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1100,2015-01-07T14:56:00,Of The Rnclave,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/7yVPyw5.jpg?1""/></div><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""color: #BF0000""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">ZEUS ORBITAL ASSAULT STATION</span></span></div><br/><br/>The target- A Decommissioned Chinese Carrier sitting in the Strait of ( Can't spell the strait connecting to Italy.<img alt="":p"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_tongue.gif"" title=""Razz""/>) this test would be phase one of a three part testing of the system. The locations:<br/><br/>Gulf of Mexico<br/><br/>South China Sea<br/><br/>This if anything was a flexing of American military muscle, more so than any in the Cold War. These were aimed at rivals and emerging threats to American superiority, Mexico and Italy, the Chinese test was just to keep the crackpot nation there in check.<br/><br/>"" Houston to Zeus Orbital Assault Station, you may fire when ready, in 3 minutes, approximately, you will be above your target, good luck men, let's give Italy a reason to fear us."" The General in charge of this operation said over the comms, from his position in the main Gods Shield center, it complete, but the bases and their mobile counterparts not so much. A Space Command engineer flipped a switch, fingers flying across the keyboard as he typed in coordinates, making sure to lower the core temperature of the station to allow proper launch of the rod. Tapping the enter key, a hissing noise filled the pressurized station.<br/><br/>Outside the station, a 25 foot long, 2 foot wide rod of tungsten began to leave its chamber, floating at least ten feet out, before it's engine ignited, shooting away towards the atmosphere, the needed speed for full damage upon reentry was Mach ten, the speed it would reach as it reinterred orbit.<br/><br/>The rod sped through space, and into earths upper atmosphere as it approached its full speed, the rod going at a dizzying speed for even the engineers aboard the testing station.<br/><br/>It had entered the lower atmosphere now, peaking at its full speed, to fats for any air defense system to even detect, as it slammed into the Chinese carrier with enough force to forcibly bend the massive behemoth in half, as it sank, an amazing site for any nearby.<br/><br/>Project ZODIAK phase one was a success."
2454,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1100,2015-01-07T15:05:00,Licata,"<span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">2025</span></div></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Society:</span>The new Italian society is dominated by the idea that there are no individuals, everyone is but a small part of the Nation. This applies to the king as well, no one is exempt. The King holds supreme power over the nation and protects the people. The Syndicates organize and provide for the people. In exchange the people join and work for Syndicates. All are born directly into the Syndicate of their father. Those brought to Italy by the Mare Nostrum program are now very loyal to Italy, their lives were greatly improved and they now enjoy a high quality of life.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Economy:</span>The Syndicates continue expanding into nations all over the world. Expanding wealth, industry, and well paying jobs. The huge increase of exports has created a steady growth rate of three percent a year. Italy's GDP is now ~ 2.6 trillion. The expansion of industry in the South and the investment in Nuclear power has allowed for great increases in production capacity. Italian arms flooded the markets, lowering the price of high quality military grade rifles. The ARX 170(New, sturdier ARX 160) is now the second choice for terror groups and rising third world nations alike. The Cities of Italy have developed quickly, sky scrapers and factories now dominate the skyline. Even smaller town have seen industrialization and urbanization.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Military:</span>With the growth of the population and the GDP, the military was steadily increased, now standing at 1.1 million. Three million citizen signed up for the reserve force. The Main armament of the Italian military is the ARX 170. The C2 ariet3 now numbers in the thousands(1,300) as the C1 was refitted with C2 systems. The Air force was bolstered by F-22's, mangustas, and Tornadoes. Italy has developed a series of mid to long range ICMB's with varying warheads. The fleet added twenty ships to their arsenal, all armed with the Aegis system and the new short range ICMB's Italy has developed. These forces were deployed as PMC's in several wars in Africa.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Relations:</span>The Vatican slowly became more and more reliant on the Italian military for protect, thwarting several ""terrorist"" attacks. Malta's economy fell victim to the Syndicates of Italy. The Nation's economy is now completely dominated by the Syndicates. Local defense forces were replaced with Syndicate military police. The Government is now Pro-Syndicate."
2455,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1100,2015-01-07T15:47:00,Mangjukoia,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">2025 Update on Japan</span></span></div><br/><br/>Description of Military: Because of the tensions of East Asia, the Japanese SDF budget rose and the Japanese made small advancements with the military. The Wars in China had also helped in the budget's rise along with others that had made it's way into modern Japan. The Japanese Maritime Self Defense Force had built three new ships of the Izumo-class, one of which was a mixed design of the Izumo and Yamato-class based on the idea that the previous Prime Minister, Kobo Fukunaga, had. A unit for the Japanese Naicho, based on the CIA's SAD had also been created. The JGSDF had also been upgraded with some new APCs and other armored vehicles. Some other military sciences in Japan are also being pursued.<br/><br/>Description of the economy: As the budget rose, so did some of it's economy. A short spike in economy rose, only rising it by a small amount. Japanese animation and entertainment, gaining popularity in the west, had also helped its economic gain. <br/><br/>Immigration: Immigration had relatively stayed the same except for a small amount of immigrants from China because of the war.<br/><br/>Elections: Kentaro Nishimoto, a son of Emperor Ryuhito, became Prime Minister for the LDP 2 years after his renunciation of his Imperial Status. He has been nicknamed the ""Imperial Minister"" by media for his Imperial background.<br/><br/>Foreign Policy: The Foreign Policy has relatively stayed the same.<br/><br/>Home Policy: The Home Policy had relatively stayed the same.</blockquote>"
2456,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1100,2015-01-07T16:13:00,Kargintina,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/5/5f/Arms_of_Australia.jpg""/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Australia circa 2025</span></span></div><br/>The last nine years have been like Hell on Earth for Australia. In fall of 2016, the Australian military landed in northern Tasmania, however they where quickly placed into a stalemate by the TPA, now armed to the teeth by the WFA. The Australian forces spent Christmas day and New Years in foxholes and half-destroyed buildings while the sounds of artillery and distant gunfire crackled in the distance. The Australian forces where surrounded in Devonport in a Stalingrad type situation. On January 3rd, 2017, they surrendered, leaving Australia back at the same spot they where in in Spring 2016. The Australian government recognized the People's Republic of Tasmania the next day and called for all combat operations in Tasmania to cease. Australian Prime Minister Tony Abbott stepped out of his position in the 2017 Australian Federal election, and Bill Shorten easily won against the Australian Greens and other small parties. By mid-2020 riots began in Melbourne and other cities in the province of Victoria along the southern coast facing Tasmania.<br/><br/>The Tasmanian People's Special Forces landed in Melbourne in 2021 to give guns and ammo to rioters, and soon Victoria was in full rebellion against Canberra. The Australian Army had barely any morale to fight, and soon Tasmanian soldiers where storming Melbourne alongside the rebels. In 2022, Australia recognized Victoria as part of the new dual People's Republic of Tasmania and Victoria. In 2023, the capital of Australia was moved to Perth, far from the border between Communism and Democracy. The ""Iron Curtain of the South Pacific"" was the name of the border set up by the Australian Army. All Australian forces in any countries overseas where recalled to their homeland. In November 2023 Australia withdrew from the Commonwealth of Nations.<br/><br/><br/>Little has changed between 2023 and 2025, but the new Nationalist Party of Greater Australia has begun gaining popularity as it promises to crush the People's Republic. The Pacific Iron curtain is one of the most heavily guarded borders in the world, and Sydney is starving as the Australian government fails to get the needed amount of food to it. The Labor party, which has held majority since the fall of the Coalition after Abbott made himself disappear from politics and record entirely in fear of assassination. However popularity has fallen as they have taken much blame for the starving of Sydney and the allowance of Communism on what the NPGA calls ""Rightful Australian land"". The Australian GDP is now below 5 Billion, making it one of the poorest developed nations on Earth.<br/><br/><br/>Meanwhile, the Dual People's Republic is doing semi-well. The military is now outfitted with AK-101 rifles, Type 90 Japanese tanks, MI-24 Attack Choppers, M113 APCs modified with mounted Milkor MGLs in place of the M2 Browning, and Dissault Rifale jet fighters. They secretly plan to soon continue the assault into Australia, but they don't want to enrage the UN, as they have already caused much death and destruction in Australia and are not yet a member.</blockquote>"
2457,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1100,2015-01-07T22:11:00,The Greater Gambia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lagos, Nigeria</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Nigerian Mafia/AFP Warehouse</span><br/><br/><br/>A meeting was being held by Sarima Odanebo, head of the Nigerian Mafia, and her husband, Karimo Sabamye, leader of the African Freedom Party, the most dangerous terrorist group in Africa. The meeting was attended by 15 of their puppets, criminal organization leaders, warlords, and rebel leaders. Sarima had gathered them all to discuss her new plan.<br/><br/>""Gentlemen, we have made progress over the years. We've expanded to the far corners of the continent. But now, the cartels are threatening everything we have accomplished. They have already begun to set up in Europe. What's the next obvious step? Africa.""<br/><br/>Kaled Al-Falani, a Somali warlord spoke up.<br/><br/>""So what? We are some of the most feared men in Africa. What can some Mexicans do to us?""<br/><br/>Karimo intervened.<br/><br/>""You have no idea what your dealing with, do you? They wish to be another oppressor of Africa. That is why we need to keep them preoccupied. I suggest we commit the first strike. It will have to be devastating. A chemical attack in Mexico...""<br/><br/>He allowed it to sink in for the them. Abaeze Norumba, head of the Norumba crime family was the first to speak up.<br/><br/>""I see what this is now, this is just a way for you to fight for your damn cause, isn't it? ""Pan-Africa"" this, ""Down with the western puppets"" that. Usually, I would just wave it off and accept your money. But now you want us to fight one of the most dangerous and influential criminal organizations? This is unnacceptable, suicidal even. The Norumba crime family will have no part of this madness.""<br/><br/>Sarima was quick to grab her gun and shoot the man's testicles. While he was on the ground, rolling in pain, She descended on him with a machete, butchering the man.""<br/><br/>""I hope you all remember what happens if you prove yourselves useless to us. For those of you that forget, may he serve as a reminder."" She said, covered in the man's blood.<br/><br/>No one else dared to speak up for the rest of the meeting, but one man still wanted out. Beza Kaleni, the leader of a gang in Johannesburg, realized he had aligned with the wrong people about a month ago, after his first witness of Karimo eliminating a Ugandan warlord who refused to bow down to the AFP and the Nigerian Mafia. The Ugandan even sent children to fight the AFP, they were all killed and the Ugandan's head now in a freezer. Now apart of a collection of heads he had collected over the years. He began to contact the GEATA, Gambia's counter-terrorism and espionage agency, giving them information about the AFP and the Nigerian Mafia. In return, the GEATA promised Beza asylum in the Gambia, once Karimo and the AFP were brought down, of course. He made his way towards the internet cafe where he had been meeting with a GEATA operative. They would log onto separate computers and use a chat client to relay information.<br/><br/>""Their wanting to take on the Mexican drug Cartels, they plan on hitting them on their own turf. Karimo also said something about using a chemical weapon bomb to keep them out of Africa. Christ man, I want out. I've heard some crazy shit about them from my cousin in America. I DON'T WANT TO DIE!"" He typed.<br/><br/>""Don't worry and stay calm. We just need a little more intel and we will extract you."" The Operative responded.<br/><br/>""You say that everytime, what if they catch on to me, or they send me and my boys over there to carry it out. I'll die! I knew speaking to you people was a waste of time.""<br/><br/>""Where will you go? You can't just disappear on your own. They'll find you and kill you, and if they carry out this attack, you'll also have the cartels to deal with. Look, we need one more crucial piece of intel, Sabamye's where abouts. We need to hit him at his home. Once you give us that, we'll pull you out.""<br/><br/>The two men left, but due to the lack of security, it would be very easy for some unsavory characters or organizations to gain hold of their exchanges."
2458,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1100,2015-01-07T22:38:00,Marsisian,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Berlin, Germany</span><br/><br/>Everything was normal in Berlin, people drove to work in their cars, people strolled along the sidewalk to shop for various things and it was generally peaceful until a protest happened outside the Government Building. Approximately 3,000 civilians joined in the small protest against the alleged non-transparency of the government and alleged secretive military weapons programs. Immediately the SWAT unit of the Landespolizei arrived in heavily modified and refurbished M113 APCs, holding riot shields and tear gas launchers. Soon, Bengal light tanks arrived on the scene to try and intimidate the protestors away. (Just Panzer IIIs with a hugely more powerful engine, bigger turret ring, and an 84mm gun with a secondary M2 Browning)<br/><br/>However, this didn't work either. 2 hours into the standoff, one protestor decided to throw a rock at a policeman's helmet. The rock simply bounced off but the policemen thought they had weapons and charged, hitting people with their batons, punching people, and launching tear gas into the crowd. Eventually there were too few SWAT operators to deal with the huge crowd, and they retreated. The crewmen inside the Bengals fired a warning shot with their Browning, still trying to scare them off. Thinking somebody shot one of them, they sprinted to the Bengals, trying to climb on top.<br/><br/>Then the real chaos started. The tankers got out and shot their MP5s into the crowd. 3 died, more were wounded and the rest finally ran away. This was a sign of the government changing from its previous, gentle giant form. Germany was now large, powerful and strong.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Inside the Government Building<br/>President Becker's Office<br/></span><br/><br/>When President Wilhelm Becker, the new leader, heard the situation when his aide told him, he flipped out. ""Who gave permission to these irresponsible crewmen that they should<span style=""font-style: italic"">shoot</span>their firearms directly into the damn crowd?"" ""In their defense, Mr. President, the protestors tried to climb the Bengal tanks and force them out. They acted in self-defense."" ""Whatever it is, we need to move immediately on Operation Rightwing. It's been 9 years. Deploy 11,500 DOGE troops covertly a mile outside of their capital. We will accomplish this."""
2459,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1100,2015-01-07T22:44:00,Mifan,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 300%; line-height: 116%;"">Egypt 2025</span> </span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Military</span>: The Egyptian Military began to produce modern weapons, most of them would be American. Already having the ability to produce the M1A1, and the license, the Egyptian Government began to produce more in order to replace the cold war era MBTs that were in stock. By 2025, already 1,800 Abrams would replace the T-55 and T60 tanks. However, the government also produced the Ramses II, to replace the M60 and the Ramses II. More than 3,000 of these exist and completed the goal of replacing most of the cold war era weapons. The government also began producing more F-16s as they already have the license for the fighter. The Mig-21 was replaced with this.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Foreign Policy</span>: The Egyptian Government now has a policy of interventionism when needed. Due to the terrorist attacks against Egypt in the past, the government is willing to fight on the front lines to eliminate all terrorists.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Economy:</span>The Egyptian economy has risen heavily over the last few years. While it was still poorer than western nations like the US or France, it is still one of the wealthiest nations in Africa."
2460,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1100,2015-01-07T23:58:00,Mattijana,"<span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">South Korea 2025</span><br/><br/>South Korea itself had had a fairly quiet nine years. Just the normal trade and industry plugging on. All the world's share prices had dropped, but that had been coming and not too many companies lost out.<br/><br/>However, South Korea was flexing its muscles overseas. The invasion of North Korea may have slowed down a little in the past month or so, but with the numbers of troops and equipment against the North Koreans, it was only a matter of time before Korea was united. The brief attack on China had not done much to either side, but since then, China had folded economically and socially and they should prove no problem once Korea had finished."
2461,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1100,2015-01-08T02:59:00,Republika Srpska Party,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.crwflags.com/fotw/images/r/rs)04.gif""/></div><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">Serbia 2025</span></div><br/><br/>Many years have passed since the Kosovo crisis started to get more and more serious. Serbia most likely guards its borders with armed army men and APC vehicles, even if some parts around the Kosovo boundary is guarded by the KFOR and NATO. The Serbians have been judged for many years now, from the Yugoslav Wars to 2025, the Government is trying to get rid of the corruption in one of the sectors, involving the organization formed in Serbia ""Zajedno protiv korupcije!"" or in English ""Together against corruption!"". The Serbian Government has planned an Presidential election in 2025, since the current president, Tomislav Nikolic, hasn't done much, but Aleksandar Vucic, who done loads of work in the past years, might have an chance to get elected for President of Serbia. The candidates for this years Presidential elections are: Tomislav Nikolic, Aleksandar Vucic, Ivica Dacic, Zorana Mihajlovic, Kori Udovicki and Rasim Ljajic.<br/><br/>The Serbian prisons are getting more and more crowded, due to the amount of criminals getting arrested, the Serbian Police they are releasing a few Prisoners, since they served the past 20 years in Prison. The Gendarmerie, SAJ and PTJ are working 24/7 to arrest the members of the famous Serbian Criminal group in Balkan History, the Zemun Clan, which is mainly part of the Serbian Mafia. The Mafia was responsible for many deaths in the past, and the Special Police Forces cannot risk losing anymore Politicians. Anyway, 19 narcotics dealer have been arrested, it was a matter of time of tracking them down. The apartments of the arrested dealers have been search'd, in each apartment there was either cocaine, heroin or marijuana, and that involves drug money, in which total was found 35,000$ Dinars.<br/><br/>The Serbian national court has still not solved the case of General Ratko Mladic, former Chief of Staff of the VRS, and Radovan Kradzic, founder & former leader of the entity in Bosnia, Republika Srpska. They, of course, have been charged for war crimes, and most Serbs say that they're innocent, but some of the evidence doesn't say so, the court still decided to keep this case on. Anyway, the Serbian Army has totally modernized the main battle tank M84, or now call'd M-2001. The name M-2001 was still kept from 2016, but the tank was updated with modern technology, and the T-74 was made with self-research in Serbia, and also modernized. The Serbian Air Force manufacturer has made 20 more G-4 Super Galebs, 13 SOKO J-22 Oraos and 18 MiG-19's. Plus, the Serbian People, nor the Government, still does not recognize Kosovo."
2462,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1125,2015-01-08T09:16:00,Elepis,"Finished<br/><blockquote><div><cite>Elepis <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=23057490#p23057490"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center"">(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/f/fb/Emblem_of_the_President_of_Turkey.svg/400px-Emblem_of_the_President_of_Turkey.svg.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div><br/><br/>Description of Military: Because of the three 2016 crisis (Kosovo, Iraq, Gambia, all of which were successful) that the Turkish military was involved in, the defense budget rose along with the economy (which experienced a major boom after 2017). The US sold off large parts of their air force in the early 2020's, the Republic acquired 200 planes (F-16Vs, F-35s and A-10s) free of charge. The air force has been finished modernization with older F-15 and F-16s being sold off to Albania, Bosnia, Kurdistan, TRNC, Iraq and various other Turkish allies, making a large profit. <br/><br/>The air force have also developed a new domestic, ICBM, based off the 20 (nuclear armed) LGM-30 Minutemen given to Turkey by the USA. The new ICBM, called the Ataturk missiles, it is almost identical the the LM-30G ICBM used by the USA. While the ICBM officially only carries non-nuclear warheads, it does have the capacity to carry WMD war heads.<br/><br/>The army also experienced modernization, however unlike the air force, the army modernization remained domestic. The older M60s have been sold off and the Leopard 1 fleet is aimed for reduction, to be replaced by leopard 2's and Altay tanks. The armies stockpiled RPG-7 have also been sold off to poorer countries (a lot went to Darfur), it has been replaced with modern domestic and American anti-tank weapons. The hundred or so Type 63 107mm rocket launchers have also been sold off to Gambia and other African countries, being replaced with modern Turkish MLRS such as the T-122 Sakarya.<br/><br/>The Navy has also received upgrades, but on a much smaller scale than the air force and army.<br/><br/>Description of the economy: The Turkish economy rose dramatically from 2015 (because of the fall of the Islamist AKP who scared away investors) to 2020, taking turkey to the position of 14 richest country by nominal GDP. Between 2020-2022 to economy stagnated a little bit but after reforms introduced by the CHP took effect, the economy rose again, taking Turkey to 12th place. <br/><br/>Elections:<br/>CHP (Republican People's Party, center left )<br/>HDP (Peoples' Democratic Party, left wing)<br/>BDP (Peace and Democracy Party, Center Left)<br/>MİLAD (Nation and Justice Party, Big Tent)<br/>AKP (Justice and Development Party, Center right)<br/><br/>Foreign Policy:<br/>Friends: FAK (Albania), Egypt, Iraq, Kurdistan, USA (and NATO), Gambia, Northern Cyprus, Jordan, Oman <br/>Rivals: Iran, Saudi Arabia, Serbia, Italy, Greece, Cyprus</blockquote></div></blockquote>"
2463,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1125,2015-01-08T09:35:00,Protector Galactics,"The past 9 years had bin harsh in the Krenzian Union. People were working but not getting what expected. To stop this anger the government has to give out essential food and drinks on people doorstep. Rebuilding became easy. Factories were now mostly repaired. Factories now we're on Civillian production. All of the war products were still reserved. Houses were repaired. Crime rates were also low by personal fire arms. Technology was also being repaired. Computers arises all around China. J 20 jets were being repaired and continuing testing.<br/><br/>Trade was back on the rise millions of demands of products from the Krenzian Union were big. Most of the trade were to South American and African countries. Also trade packed up to neighboring countries. The Krenzians also had trade between it's provinces. Trade with Russia were the strongest. After signing the treaty of better life for both countries helped the Krenzian Union with billions of dollars. Trade in Europe was strong as well. Millions of euros flew in Union. But trade in America completely collapsed. Krenzian banks closed in the U.S taking millions of dollars away from the rich.<br/><br/>There was also a population cleansing in the Krenzian Union. The last 9 years 300,000,000 civilians were fished out of the country to other neighboring countries. The government admited the truth about there housing problem and made a great migration. The also proposed better lives in other countries."
2464,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1125,2015-01-08T10:23:00,Of The Rnclave,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/7yVPyw5.jpg?1""/></div><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #FF0000"">Project ZODIAK: Odin Kinetic Assault Station</span></span></div><br/><br/>The station floated above the Pacific Ocean, ready for its testing on another carrier outside he coats of the Krenzian Union, a backwards broken anarchic wasteland, or so satellites said, if you looked to their UN reports, they were the strongest nation in Asia and were ready for war. The engineer swiping his card had to stop from laughing when he thought about it, why were they testing his one aimed at them anyway?<br/><br/>"" ETA 2 minutes, hurry men, if we miss, who knows the ecological problems this beats might cause."" An engineer an air lock over said into the comm. the engineer hurriedly typing coordinates into the system, correcting for the rocking if the carrier.<br/><br/>"" Allll right alright alright men, this will stop those crazy motherfuckers form testing annoying major for awhile. Fire within a minute, that should give you time to correct the missile as it leaves and enters the atmosphere, now go men, show em."" The General yelled over the comm from the main Gods Shield station. The engineers nodded as they slipped the final card and turned the authorization key.<br/><br/>A loud hiss filled the station as the missile began to leave, floating twenty feet out before it's engine activated, the missile streaking towards the planet, the men hurriedly adjusting it's course where it was needed to adjust to the curve of the planet, but luckily, the missile entered the atmosphere without problem.<br/><br/>The rod of solid tungsten traveled to fast for any of islanders who could see it to film it, but those with their cameras still running, did catch it carve through the center of the carrier in the ocean like tissue paper, crumpling the behemoth.<br/><br/>( PS: THAT WAS A DECOMMISSIONED CHINESE CARRIER THE USA BOUGHT FROM INDIA )"
2465,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1125,2015-01-08T13:28:00,Mattijana,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Message to: Krenzian Union<br/>Message from: Republic of Korea<br/>Encryption: low<br/><br/>Greetings Krenzian Neighbours.<br/><br/>I understand that in the past, our 2 nations have had their differences, socially, diplomatically as well as on the battlefield. But I would like to ignite a new era of sino-Korean conversation. I propose a trade deal between our two nations. If we give you support for your people and encourage our companies to invest in the Krenzian Union, you will give us resources, food and other such imports.<br/><br/>I hope you are happy to cooperate with us.<br/><br/>Park Geuy-Hye</blockquote>"
2466,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1125,2015-01-08T15:27:00,Of The Rnclave,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/tR8qVsj.png""/></div><br/><br/><div align=""center"">To- Mexio<br/>Mexico City<br/><br/>Official Letter of Notice for: Testing of Project ZODIAK</div><br/><br/>Word of the testing of the ZODIAK orbital platform has no doubt by now reached your office, and again, no doubt concerns you. We assure you all this is is testing of our system, that will eliminate the nuclear stockpile of the USA. We will soon test the weapon on a hard target at land, for the final phase of this test. We ask that you send some advisors so that maybe yourself can witness the testing of this orbital station that will eliminate nuclear weapons, and protect the nations if the NAU.<br/><br/>Sincerely,<br/><br/>Patrick Edwards<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">President of the United States of America</span></blockquote>"
2467,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1125,2015-01-08T15:38:00,The North German Commonwealth,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Tirana, Federation of Albania and Kosovo:</span><br/>""Sir, it has been many years since the wall was complete. We can take on Serbia now! Especially now that we are backed by the Turks and possibly the Germans!"" The Prime Minister sighed. ""No. It is to risky. Considering that the Serbians will not hesitate to massacre non-Serbs, we can not risk a single Albanian civilian falling into Serb hands. That, and Serbia is supported by Italy. Who is currently in a tense agreement with Germany. Our time will come, do not doubt that. Just not today.""<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Official Transmission Of The Federation Of Albania And Kosovo </span><br/>To: The Federal Republic of Germany<br/>From: The Federation of Albania and Kosovo<br/>Dear Friends, we ask you to assist The FAK and Turkey should war spring up between The Federation and Serbia. We will give Germany access to military documents, plans of attack, and consult with German leaders before carrying out an action. We will also give Germany military bases to house troops and other materials. Please respond as soon as possible. As well, we are interested in Germany's plan to require their former colonies in Africa and The Pacific. We support this action, as we believe that the seizure of German colonies after WW1 was uncalled for. The Federation would like their own colony in Africa, perhaps Equatorial Guinea? We are prepared to deploy Albanian Special Forces to assist German Special Forces in securing Germany's former colonies. As stated above, please respond as soon as possible.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">End Transmission</span></blockquote>"
2468,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1125,2015-01-08T16:23:00,Pimps Inc,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Airspace over Lagos,Nigeria,aboard Lagos Electronic Warfare Command Centre</span></div><br/><br/>The propellers of the EC-130 Hercules hummed at 33,000 ft and drowned out the sound of the inside of the craft.This was an electronic warfare weapon,capable of tracking communications over a radius of many miles.While the pilots admired the scenery,in the belly of this iron beast men in uniforms tuned in to the machines and control panels facing them and worked in silence except for the sound of the propellers and the virtual ""blips"" of the systems working.A certain conversation in one of the main target locations,the nightclub/HQ in Lagos belonging to Sarima Odanebo which had been nicknamed ""The Iron Dome"".It was almost incomprehensible through the music and cheers of the club but some bits were discernible from time to time.<br/><br/>""Gemen, w de press ovyears. We'v xpnded far cners of the contint. cartels are thtening verytng we hve acched. They ha alren to se Europe. Wh nebvious ep? Africa.""<br/><br/>The man at the controls struggled to keep the conversation fluent but to no avail.However,he had managed to understand some bits.He would have to contact homebase and tell them to contact ORCC for permission to investigate further.The man got up and whispered to his captain,who then contacted the base in Gambia.<br/>""Hawk 3 to Crystal Castle,over.""<br/>Static replaced his voice for 1 second.....2 seconds.....<br/>""This is Crystal Castle to Hawk 3,hourly report's not due til 0800,over.""<br/>""We are aware.We need to contact ORCC about a certain finding in Lagos.Part of ORCC's Operation Genesis.We need their authorization to investigate further,over.""<br/>""Understood.We will regain comm with you once we've obtained permission,stand by.""<br/>Captain Gutierrez waited in silence.Finally,5 minutes later,the radio sounded again.<br/>""Hawk 3,you there?ORCC cleared you to continue your search.""<br/>""Roger that,we'll be back with the hourly report at 0800,over.""<br/>With that,Gutierrez set the radio back and went off to inform the crew.<br/><br/>After 2 minutes,a conversation between two unknown individuals on a certain chat client caught their attention.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">-""Their wanting to take on the Mexican drug Cartels, they plan on hitting them on their own turf. Karimo also said something about using a chemical weapon bomb to keep them out of Africa. Christ man, I want out. I've heard some crazy shit about them from my cousin in America. I DON'T WANT TO DIE!""</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">""Don't worry and stay calm. We just need a little more intel and we will extract you.""</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">""You say that everytime, what if they catch on to me, or they send me and my boys over there to carry it out. I'll die! I knew speaking to you people was a waste of time.""</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">""Where will you go? You can't just disappear on your own. They'll find you and kill you, and if they carry out this attack, you'll also have the cartels to deal with. Look, we need one more crucial piece of intel, Sabamye's where abouts. We need to hit him at his home. Once you give us that, we'll pull you out.""</blockquote><br/><br/>Gutierrez realized what it meant.<br/>""I want this relayed back base and ORCC ASAP,am I clear?""<br/>The airman who had found the conversation saluted and then went back to his computer.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">ORCC Headquarters,Mexico City,Mexico</span></div><br/>Juarez sat in his office,bored out of his mind and fooling around with a Newtons Cradle.After getting bored,he stared at his missing fingers on his left hand.He had lost them in the Vatican,at that time he hadn't noticed,and remembered the weird kids who had been responsible and the international tensions that had ensued after that.He had no proof but he knew that the Romans had to have been the ones responsible.A knock at his door brought him back to reality.His secretary,Amanda,brought in a file about the base in Africa.Juarez and Amanda had been dating for a few years now,she hadn't cared about Juarez missing his two fingers.He had hired her almost 3 years ago,when he had been transferred to the new headquarters of MEHCC (Mexico High Central Command ) or as people liked to call it ""The Mexican Pentagon"".The MHCC controlled military operations in the Americas and Africa and was also a way to cover up the ORCC.He opened the file and looked through it.Apparently Sarima hadn't learned to stay hidden and had expanded her empire across Africa.Her operations had been monitored ever since Juarez had been forced to pull out and concentrate on the Americas.The base in Gambia served as a surveillance tower to monitor surrounding countries.Juarez was about to close the file when something caught his attention.<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>""Possible reference to a possible chemical attack on Mexican soil by African organized crime.Immediate intervention in Africa by ORCC is advised.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""So,Sarima is planning to keep us out?No,no,no,my dear Sarima.We,Cartels, always strike first.""<br/><br/>""Who are you talking to?""<br/>Amanda stepped in,looking beautiful as always.<br/><br/>""No one.Just.....thinking out loud........."""
2469,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1125,2015-01-08T16:44:00,Pimps Inc,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><hr/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/f/f4/Coat_of_arms_of_Mexico_%281934-1968%29.svg/505px-Coat_of_arms_of_Mexico_%281934-1968%29.svg.png""/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Seal of the Government of Mexico</span></div><br/><hr/><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/2/21/Los_Pinos_Mexican_Seal.svg/240px-Los_Pinos_Mexican_Seal.svg.png""/></div><br/><div align=""center"">From:United Mexican States<br/><span style=""font-size: 90%; line-height: 116%;"">Bosque de Chapultepec I, Miguel Hidalgo, 11100 Mexico City, Federal District, Mexico<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Chapultepec Castle,</span></span></div><br/><div align=""center"">To:The United States of America<br/><span style=""font-size: 90%; line-height: 116%;"">1600 Pennsylvania Avenue <br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">NW Washington, D.C.</span></span></div><br/>Encryption:<span style=""color: #FF0000"">TOP PRIORITY</span><br/><hr/><br/><sub>We have heard of your testing in the South China Sea.We would be more than willing to send representatives to the US to oversee the weapons testing on a land target.</sub><br/><br/>Sincerely,<br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/d/dd/EPN_Firma.png/119px-EPN_Firma.png""/><br/>Virgilio Vegas,President of Mexico</blockquote>"
2470,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1125,2015-01-08T19:25:00,Kargintina,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Perth, Australia</span><br/>The next Federal Election for Australia, no longer the ""Commonwealth of"" as it left the Commonwealth of Nations in 2023, was not looking well for the increasing unpopular Labor party and the current Prime Minister Bill Shorten. The new Far-Right National Socialist party of Greater Australia (NSGA) and their candidate David Greneer have gained massive popularity as they promise to destroy the Dual People's Republic of Tasmania and Victoria, as it sees it as a ""foreign occupation on Australian land"" Them and their extremely nationalistic policies see the Dual People's Republic as a personal insult to Australia and it's people. They promise to feed the starving city of Sydney and quell the semi-anarchy in Canberra.<br/><br/>In the election, Labor received 1,200,344 votes while the NSGA received 3,400,621 votes. The 45th parliament of Australia was dissolved and the NSGA won vast majority of the Australian parliament. They soon began their schemes for what to come next with the People's Republic...<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Hobart, Bellian People's Republic of Tasmania and Victoria</span><br/>The sound of boots clamored as soldiers marched down independence road (formerly Liverpool road) Yet another military parade was being held in the capital of the Dual Peoples' Republic. Type 90 tanks followed the columns of soldiers marching in perfect unison. M113s armed with Milkor MGLs rolled close behind, then followed with T-80Us and more soldiers, marching and on trucks.<br/><br/>Premier Steven Gronkowicz watched from his balcony, looked down on his army. Nearly a decade ago, he was just leading a group of militants killing civilians, now he was leading the strongest military on Oceania. His hatred for the Australians suddenly spiked even higher when his advisor ran in reported that the Fascist party had indeed won Parliament in Australia. The Premier immediately drew up a plan to be used against the Australians. TPA forces would move through the border, and head straight across the Outback towards Darwin and cut the country in half. Naval forces would only blockade the West Coast, as it is by far the most and argueably only prosperous area."
2471,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1125,2015-01-08T19:46:00,Marsisian,"<blockquote><div><cite>The North German Commonwealth <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=23070845#p23070845"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Tirana, Federation of Albania and Kosovo:</span><br/>""Sir, it has been many years since the wall was complete. We can take on Serbia now! Especially now that we are backed by the Turks and possibly the Germans!"" The Prime Minister sighed. ""No. It is to risky. Considering that the Serbians will not hesitate to massacre non-Serbs, we can not risk a single Albanian civilian falling into Serb hands. That, and Serbia is supported by Italy. Who is currently in a tense agreement with Germany. Our time will come, do not doubt that. Just not today.""<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Official Transmission Of The Federation Of Albania And Kosovo </span><br/>To: The Federal Republic of Germany<br/>From: The Federation of Albania and Kosovo<br/>Dear Friends, we ask you to assist The FAK and Turkey should war spring up between The Federation and Serbia. We will give Germany access to military documents, plans of attack, and consult with German leaders before carrying out an action. We will also give Germany military bases to house troops and other materials. Please respond as soon as possible. As well, we are interested in Germany's plan to require their former colonies in Africa and The Pacific. We support this action, as we believe that the seizure of German colonies after WW1 was uncalled for. The Federation would like their own colony in Africa, perhaps Equatorial Guinea? We are prepared to deploy Albanian Special Forces to assist German Special Forces in securing Germany's former colonies. As stated above, please respond as soon as possible.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">End Transmission</span></blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To the Federation of Albania and Kosovo<br/>From the Federal German Foreign Office<br/>HIGH ENCRYPTION LEVEL<br/><br/>Greetings,<br/><br/>I do not know what you are talking about that we want to acquire our former colonies in Africa. However, if you must know, we are plotting to prop up a pro-German government in New Guinea. We will agree to what you ask of us and we ask that you also deploy 3,000 of your regular Army troops and your special forces to Bayern Forward Operations Headquarters at these coordinates for preparation for the operation.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">END</span></blockquote>"
2472,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1125,2015-01-08T19:58:00,The Greater Gambia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">GEATA HQ, Banjul</span><br/><br/>Malik Taal, walked through the long hallways of the Gambian Espionage and Anti-Terrorism Agency. He was called from the GSAS training facility to return to the capital for a high-priority mission. He was perfectly fine with it. The recent group of recruits who have made it past selection have been spoiled by the Gambia's new found prosperity. When Malik was going through training, every single recruit had seen combat in the first civil war and most likely would have seen combat in the second civil war. Now, Malik was one of the 15 remaining GSAS operatives trained by Terrance. Malik entered the situation room to find his old team, Amat Saar, Lamin Obaji, and Alaji Mbogabo.<br/><br/>""Long time, no see Malik. Last I heard, they had you become a drill sergeant."" Amat said.<br/><br/>""Yep, little shits. They get their hands on a few Iphones, and suddenly they think they're Americans.""<br/><br/>A man walked into the room, briefcase in hand.<br/><br/>""Sorry I am late gentlemen. I am Mohammed Bah. I have been in Lagos for the past two months investigating the AFP and the Nigerian Mafia. Recently, I've come into contact with one of their allies, a Zulu gang leader named Beza Kaleni. he's realized that he had gotten in with the wrong group of people and now, he wants out.""<br/><br/>Mohammed opens the brief case and hands out dossiers of Beza to the operatives.<br/><br/>""The last intel he gave us was about 3 days ago, he says that the AFP and the Nigerian Mafia are preparing to strike at the Mexican drug cartels.""<br/><br/>""Why would the AFP pick a fight with them?"" said Lamin.<br/><br/>""Beza says that they are threatened by their progress in Europe and are going to launch a preemptive strike on the cartel to keep them at bay for a few years. We cannot allow them to carry out this attack, them doing so would provoke the cartels, making them come over to Africa, we've all seen the news in Mexico. Imagine the chaos their presence would cause in Africa. That is why you are going to Lagos, Nigeria. Your mission will be to protect Beza, he is our only source within the AFP. Once we have more intelligence, you will be tasked with assassinating Karimo Sabamye.""<br/><br/>""Will we be getting any reinforcements on this mission?"" Malik asked.<br/><br/>""From the GEATA? No, but we will be in contact with the Egyptians and of PACTU member nations to coordinate. Anymore questions?""<br/><br/>The team all gestured no.<br/><br/>""Good, we've prepped a plane for you. You are to leave immediately. Dismissed.""<br/><br/>Malik and his team prepped their gear and boarded the plane. Hopefully, this would be the end of the AFP threat.<br/><br/><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Letter to the Egyptian Government</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">From: The Gambian Espionage and Anti-Terrorism Agency(GEATA)</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Encryption:Highest</span><br/><br/>We have recently deployed GSAS operatives to Lagos, Nigeria. According to our source within the groups, the AFP and the Nigerian Mafia are planning an attack on the Mexican Drug Cartels. In order to eliminate the threat of Cartel retaliation in this scenario, we are sending in operatives to eliminate the leadership of the AFP and the Nigerian Mafia. We ask you and the other PACTU member nations to send aid in this operation.</blockquote>"
2473,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1125,2015-01-09T09:58:00,Iritrian,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=23047985#p23047985"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Iritrian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=23044932#p23044932"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Rick over here's, Karimos orders and gets concerned.<br/>""Canisters! What the fuck is your plan Commander?!"" General Rick shouts</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Karimo adjusts his gas mask and tosses the general one as well.<br/><br/>""We've placed mustard gas cannisters around the base. Once the Zambians move in we'll detonate them. Make sure your men get these gas masks.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""I guess you've had time to prep, and there is no turning back from this. Soldiers! Place your gas masks on and move back towards the Barracks!"" Rick shouted<br/><br/>The IRF forces move back towards the barracks and await further instruction..."
2474,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1125,2015-01-09T10:14:00,Protector Galactics,"After the Americans began to threaten the Krenzians. The missile station outside of Shanghai fired a MOAB long range missile outside the coast of Honolulu. As the rocket exited the silo a large fireball lit the silo. Nearly burning any nearby electronics. But the missile will impact in 5 minutes at super sonic speed.<br/><br/>In response to South Korea. Meeting were held all day to try and trust South Korea. But all the meetings came to a conclusion: Ally South Korea and help by annexing North Korea. The Krenzian's only needed to mobilize 200,000 troops into North Korea as South Korea came from the South.<br/><br/>To: The Republic of South Korea<br/>From: The Krenzian Union<br/>We see you as no harm to us. We will accept your ally request. We will give you shipment of metal and arms but it will come with a price were talking about 20 million dollars you have to pay off in 5 years. We will give you our full support if you abandon the U.S. We will even lower the prices if you abandon the U.S. The Reason im saying this is because the U.S is war mongering. With your support we can end the war mongering.<br/>Autarch Delayette"
2475,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1125,2015-01-09T10:40:00,Of The Rnclave,"<blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=23078755#p23078755"">wrote</a>:</cite>After the Americans began to threaten the Krenzians. The missile station outside of Shanghai fired a MOAB long range missile outside the coast of Honolulu. As the rocket exited the silo a large fireball lit the silo. Nearly burning any nearby electronics. But the missile will impact in 5 minutes at super sonic speed.<br/><br/>In response to South Korea. Meeting were held all day to try and trust South Korea. But all the meetings came to a conclusion: Ally South Korea and help by annexing North Korea. The Krenzian's only needed to mobilize 200,000 troops into North Korea as South Korea came from the South.<br/><br/>To: The Republic of South Korea<br/>From: The Krenzian Union<br/><br/>WIP<br/>Late for a meeting.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://assets2.motherboard.tv/content-images/contentimage/no-slug/555aa7b4794b91c94a337844f67ee231.jpg""/></div><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #FF0000"">Gods Shield Orbital Missile Defense Station- Operational Stations- North America and Pacific</span></span></div><br/><br/>Sensors around one if the two working missile defense station, two of 10 proposed stations, began beeping at high levels, reporting a possible ICBM launch by the Krenzian Union,heading towards, what was believed to be the main US missile base in Japan. Men began moving as fats as they could around the station, pulling levers and flashing key cards to activate ground defenses in Asia, and activate the Orbital weapon that would knock down this weapon.<br/><br/>"" FIRING FOR EFFECT!"" A man screamed loudly over the comms. At the end of the large satellite there was a barrel, firing a a electron laser at the missile, which would hopefully down the weapon. In this system, there were 6 main stations, and three near atmosphere stations, the main six would asses threats and respond, and the three support stations would finish the job if need be. This whole system went back to Ronald Reagan, and The Star Wars Strategic Defense Initative."
2476,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1125,2015-01-09T10:49:00,Elepis,"Following rising tensions in the Mediterranean, the Grand National Assembly has approved President Kemal's plan for a modernization of the navy. The army and air force were modernized greatly in the early 2020's but the navy was pretty much ignored (except buying a German frigate). However, now with the economy of Turkey continuing to rise, the Grand National Assembly has seen it fit to continue the modernization program, this time based on the Navy.<br/><br/>The plan is mainly made up of the modernization of existing Turkish naval vessels but also includes the selling off of older ships and their replacement with newer models. However, by far the most prominent modernization will be the building of a 2nd helicopter carriers, named<span style=""font-style: italic"">Kas</span>. Turkey already has one helicopter carrier named<span style=""font-style: italic"">Izmir</span>, based off the HMS Ocean, but<span style=""font-style: italic"">Kas</span>, based off the French Mistral class will be more modern and be able to carry more air craft. Like<span style=""font-style: italic"">Izmir</span>,<span style=""font-style: italic"">Kas</span>will also be an amphibious landing ship, able to transport Turkish troops across the oceans while carrying up to 35 helicopters. One will defiantly be built, another two may be built.<br/><br/>Specifications<br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Name:	<span style=""font-style: italic"">Kas</span><br/>Cost:	€451.6m (FY 2012) (~US$600m)<br/>General characteristics<br/>Type:	Landing helicopter dock<br/>Displacement:	16,500 tonnes (empty)<br/>21,300 tonnes (full load)<br/>Length:	199 m (653 ft)<br/>Beam:	32 m (105 ft)<br/>Draught:	6.3 m (21 ft)<br/>Installed power:	3 Wärtsilä diesel-alternators 16 V32 (6.2 MW) + 1 Wärtsilä Vaasa auxiliary diesel-alternator 18V200 (3 MW)<br/>Propulsion:	2 Rolls-Royce Mermaid azimuth thrusters (2 × 7 MW), 2 five-bladed propellers<br/>Speed:	18.8 knots (35 km/h)<br/>Range:	10,800 km (5,800 nmi) at 18 knots (33 km/h)<br/>19,800 kilometres (10,700 nmi) at 15 knots (28 km/h)<br/>Boats &amp; landing<br/>craft carried:	4 CTM (chaland de transport de matériel)<br/>alternatively, 2 LCAC (Landing Craft, Air Cushion)<br/>Capacity:	59 vehicles (including 13 Altay tanks) or a 40-strong Altay tank battalion<br/>Troops:	900 (short duration)<br/>450 (long durations)<br/>150 (serving as operational headquarters)<br/>Complement:	20 officers, 80 petty officers, 60 quarter-masters<br/>Sensors and<br/>processing systems:	DRBN-38A Decca Bridgemaster E250 navigation radar<br/>MRR3D-NG air/surface sentry radar<br/>2 optronic fire control systems<br/>Armament:	2 × Simbad systems<br/>4 × 12.7 mm M2-HB Browning machine guns<br/>3 x 30 mm Breda-Mauser<br/>Aircraft carried:	16 heavy or 35 light helicopters<br/>Aviation facilities:	6 helicopter landing spots</div></div></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Operation Nike</span></span>"
2477,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1125,2015-01-09T11:26:00,Licata,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Italy</span><br/><br/>With everyone Ramping up their militarizes and putting WMD's in space Emperor Giovanni decided Italy should join in. Upon his order the ICMB command and the flight Syndicate have been ordered to deploy weapons to space.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Southern Italy:</span><br/><br/>Boosters were strapped onto the Hermes missile system, armed with MIRV's they were to deploy to space.<br/><br/>5<br/>4<br/>3<br/>2<br/>1<br/>Avanti!<br/><br/>Five missiles took off in unison. In thirty minutes they reached orbit. Ready to launch up to 35 1,500 KG Kinetic HEAT bombs, as well as 15 decoy projectiles.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Milan:</span><br/><br/>The syndicate of the anchor has begun developing a new submarine. A super stealth submarine with the capabilities to deploy ICMB's on notice. These subs are to use nuclear power. This is a new venture for the Italian Navy.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">SoA HQ</span><br/><br/>The Syndicate of Arms has begun a new program to arm Italy. By streamlining building techniques, they hope to increase production by 100%. With new factories and the simplification of several designs the beleive this to be possible. A new semi-automatic rifle based off of the WW2 Carcano rifle has gone into production, with only 10 man hours to produce, this is to make up the bulk of the Italian conscript arsenal.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value="" specs""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">5mm cartridge<br/><br/>Muzzle velocity	800M/s <br/><br/>5, 10 or 20-round detachable box magazine<br/><br/>Ef-Range: 850 Meters</div></div></div>"
2478,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1125,2015-01-09T14:34:00,Mattijana,"<span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">Republic of Korea Detailed five year report-1925</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Trade Deals</span><br/><br/>Japan consumer goods, cars---military equipment<br/>Russia: Consumer goods, steel---Gas.<br/>U.S.A: Cars, consumer goods---food, military equipment, cars/consumer goods<br/>Australia: Cars, steel---food, LNG<br/>Philipines: consumer goods, steel---food, cheap resources<br/>U.K: consumer goods, cars---cars, consumer goods, coal, oil.<br/>India: Consumer goods, cars, Steel---food, minerals<br/>Brazil: Cars, steel---Wood, minerals.<br/>Saudi Arabia: Steel---Oil<br/>Ghana: Steel, investment---Cocoa, food.<br/>U.A.E: consumer goods---Oil<br/><br/>Krenzian Union: Food, steel, investment---Military support, resources.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Election</span><br/><br/>Next election in 2026, Park Geuy-Hye will run again, opposition is not finalised, but is expected to include Kai Sun-He and Jay Kan-So.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Domestic affairs</span><br/><br/>Provinces North of Pyongyang are closed to non-military personnel, but civilian access will be granted once the war is over.<br/>Ferries to the island if Cheju-Do are more strictly regulated following persistent bad weather in the region.<br/>Buildings in Central Pyongyang previously used for DPRK congress and government will be converted into local administrative buildings and a museum.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">International relations</span><br/><br/>Control use of American space weapons and attempt to stall developments.<br/>Build a new relationship with the Krenzian Union.<br/>Stay out of war in Gambia and Europe unless it affects any trade partners or allies.<br/>Unite the Korean Peninsula and the land around it.<br/>Keep all key trade partners onside."
2479,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1125,2015-01-09T16:26:00,The Greater Gambia,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=23074032#p23074032"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">GEATA HQ, Banjul</span><br/><br/>Malik Taal, walked through the long hallways of the Gambian Espionage and Anti-Terrorism Agency. He was called from the GSAS training facility to return to the capital for a high-priority mission. He was perfectly fine with it. The recent group of recruits who have made it past selection have been spoiled by the Gambia's new found prosperity. When Malik was going through training, every single recruit had seen combat in the first civil war and most likely would have seen combat in the second civil war. Now, Malik was one of the 15 remaining GSAS operatives trained by Terrance. Malik entered the situation room to find his old team, Amat Saar, Lamin Obaji, and Alaji Mbogabo.<br/><br/>""Long time, no see Malik. Last I heard, they had you become a drill sergeant."" Amat said.<br/> <br/>""Yep, little shits. They get their hands on a few Iphones, and suddenly they think they're Americans.""<br/><br/>A man walked into the room, briefcase in hand.<br/><br/>""Sorry I am late gentlemen. I am Mohammed Bah. I have been in Lagos for the past two months investigating the AFP and the Nigerian Mafia. Recently, I've come into contact with one of their allies, a Zulu gang leader named Beza Kaleni. he's realized that he had gotten in with the wrong group of people and now, he wants out.""<br/><br/>Mohammed opens the brief case and hands out dossiers of Beza to the operatives.<br/><br/>""The last intel he gave us was about 3 days ago, he says that the AFP and the Nigerian Mafia are preparing to strike at the Mexican drug cartels.""<br/><br/>""Why would the AFP pick a fight with them?"" said Lamin.<br/><br/>""Beza says that they are threatened by their progress in Europe and are going to launch a preemptive strike on the cartel to keep them at bay for a few years. We cannot allow them to carry out this attack, them doing so would provoke the cartels, making them come over to Africa, we've all seen the news in Mexico. Imagine the chaos their presence would cause in Africa. That is why you are going to Lagos, Nigeria. Your mission will be to protect Beza, he is our only source within the AFP. Once we have more intelligence, you will be tasked with assassinating Karimo Sabamye.""<br/><br/>""Will we be getting any reinforcements on this mission?"" Malik asked.<br/><br/>""From the GEATA? No, but we will be in contact with the Egyptians and of PACTU member nations to coordinate. Anymore questions?""<br/><br/>The team all gestured no.<br/><br/>""Good, we've prepped a plane for you. You are to leave immediately. Dismissed.""<br/><br/>Malik and his team prepped their gear and boarded the plane. Hopefully, this would be the end of the AFP threat.<br/><br/><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Letter to the Egyptian Government</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">From: The Gambian Espionage and Anti-Terrorism Agency(GEATA)</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Encryption:Highest</span><br/><br/>We have recently deployed GSAS operatives to Lagos, Nigeria. According to our source within the groups, the AFP and the Nigerian Mafia are planning an attack on the Mexican Drug Cartels. In order to eliminate the threat of Cartel retaliation in this scenario, we are sending in operatives to eliminate the leadership of the AFP and the Nigerian Mafia. We ask you and the other PACTU member nations to send aid in this operation.</blockquote></div></blockquote>"
2480,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1125,2015-01-09T17:41:00,Protector Galactics,"The missile was disintegrated by the American Defensive system Krenzian Satellites found the strange looking object and began targeting with an anti satellite missile. ""Fire!"" Yelled the captain as the rocket exited the tube. The missile was heading in a top speed before the missile defense got in position. 3 other more launches were headed to Guam, Japan, And Honolulu. They made sure the missiles only hit nearby the coast and didn't harm any person.<br/><br/>Back at the capital, trade spread out everywhere out of the union. Millions of shipment went to Russia, Afghanistan, Kazakhstan, Tajikistan, Bangladesh, Myanmar, Thailand, Laos, Vietnam and Singapore. Those were only the trading partners in Asia many more were around the world. Businessmen roamed around the new street which was similar to Wall St. It was called Union Square. Where major economics spiked in the Krenzian Union. The KUECO Or the Krenzian Union Elite Criminal Organization. Were on high watch for any terror attacks. The Krenzian Union also had the CIC Or the Central Intelligence Committee. There job was to send operatives around the world to gather intelligence of their rivals."
2481,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1125,2015-01-09T18:31:00,The Greater Gambia,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">To: The Government of Mexico</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">From: The Gambian Espionage and Anti-Terrorism Agency(GEATA)</span><br/><span style=""color: #FF0000""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Encryption:Highest</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Priority:HIGHEST</span></span><br/>We are writing you to warn you of an imminent terrorist act on your soil. The African Freedom party, along with their allies in the Nigerian Mafia are planning an attack on the Mexican Drug Cartels. We currently have operatives tracking down their leadership in order to stop this from happening, but in the case of our failure, we recommend you prepare your nation for a chemical attack. The AFP has been known to use chemical weapons, regardless of civilian casualties. You can see from incidents like the 2016 Banjul market bombing and the Zambian Civil War. If you wish to aid in the operation, contact us and we will relay the information with the other PACTU member states and share intelligence with you.</blockquote>"
2482,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1125,2015-01-09T18:42:00,Of The Rnclave,"<blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=23082730#p23082730"">wrote</a>:</cite>The missile was disintegrated by the American Defensive system Krenzian Satellites found the strange looking object and began targeting with an anti satellite missile. ""Fire!"" Yelled the captain as the rocket exited the tube. The missile was heading in a top speed before the missile defense got in position. 3 other more launches were headed to Guam, Japan, And Honolulu. They made sure the missiles only hit nearby the coast and didn't harm any person.<br/><br/>WIP Computer is having an update</div></blockquote><br/><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://assets2.motherboard.tv/content-images/contentimage/no-slug/555aa7b4794b91c94a337844f67ee231.jpg""/></div><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #FF0000"">Gods Shield Orbital Missile Defense Station- Operational Stations- North America and Pacific</span></span></div><br/><br/>Counter Measures around the shield began to activate, specifically an EMP, crippling the missile in its flight path.<br/><br/>"" THREE MORE MISSILES IMBOUND! TARGETS- HONOLULU, GUAM, JAPAN, COSTAL TARGETS, READY FIRE AND COORDIANTES!"" A officer screamed through the comms as the ragged engineers hands flew like lightening across their keyboards, swiping key cards and assessing coordinates to intercept the missiles.<br/><br/>"" INTERCEPTOR ONE, FIRE! INTERCEPTOR TWO, PREPARE TUNGSTEN BALL FOR IMMEDIATE FIRE!"" Came the scream as the first 5 laser shots ripped through the air towards their targets, followed by the shot put sized ball of tungsten aimed at the Krenzian missile silo launching these weapons.<br/><br/>"" READY INTERCEPTOR ONE FOR SECOND SHOT!"" The officer shouted again as he swiped his key card, readying the shield for another go at the missiles.<br/><br/>Turning to his radio operator "" Inform the Defense department if these actions, inform them to move all missile defense stations in Asia for immediate action, ready all military assets for action if this blows up."" He said knowing this would happen the second word got back."
2483,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1125,2015-01-09T18:44:00,Pimps Inc,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><hr/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/f/f4/Coat_of_arms_of_Mexico_%281934-1968%29.svg/505px-Coat_of_arms_of_Mexico_%281934-1968%29.svg.png""/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Seal of the Government of Mexico</span></div><br/><hr/><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/2/21/Los_Pinos_Mexican_Seal.svg/240px-Los_Pinos_Mexican_Seal.svg.png""/></div><br/><div align=""center"">From:United Mexican States<br/><span style=""font-size: 90%; line-height: 116%;"">Bosque de Chapultepec I, Miguel Hidalgo, 11100 Mexico City, Federal District, Mexico<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Chapultepec Castle,</span></span></div><br/>[align=center]To:The Gambian Espionage and Anti-Terrorism Agency<br/>Encryption:<span style=""color: #FF0000"">TOP PRIORITY</span><br/><hr/><br/><sub>We can assure you we are taking the necessary precautions to ensure the safety of the civilian population.We thank you for warning us in advance and we offer to provide full diplomatic and, if necessary,military support against the AFP.We would like to know any other pieces of intel you have on the AFP's actions against the United Mexican States.</sub><br/><br/>Sincerely,<br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/d/dd/EPN_Firma.png/119px-EPN_Firma.png""/><br/>Virgilio Vegas,President of Mexico</blockquote>"
2484,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1125,2015-01-09T18:50:00,Of The Rnclave,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/tR8qVsj.png""/></div><br/><br/><div align=""center"">To- Mexio<br/>Mexico City<br/><br/>Official Letter of Notice for: Your need of increased military and defense readiness</div><br/><br/>Things in Asia have reached a boiling point with the Krenzian Unions launch if missiles at our bases. We instruct you ready any and all missile defenses, and we hope you will also evacuate our workers from the site of the Mexican branch of the Shield, as well as cover the materiel. We also request you ready your military fir any action they might undertake.<br/><br/>We thank you for your cooperation,<br/><br/>Patrick Edwards<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">President of the United States of America</span></blockquote>"
2485,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1125,2015-01-09T19:05:00,Pimps Inc,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><hr/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/f/f4/Coat_of_arms_of_Mexico_%281934-1968%29.svg/505px-Coat_of_arms_of_Mexico_%281934-1968%29.svg.png""/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Seal of the Government of Mexico</span></div><br/><hr/><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/a/a0/SEDENA_logo_2012.svg/320px-SEDENA_logo_2012.svg.png""/></div><br/><div align=""center"">From:United Mexican States<br/><span style=""font-size: 90%; line-height: 116%;"">Blvd. Manuel Ávila Camacho S/N, Miguel Hidalgo, Lomas de Sotelo, 11640 Mexico City, Federal District, Mexico<br/>E-mail: <a href=""mailto:salvador9910@hotmail.com"">salvador9910@hotmail.com</a></span></div><br/><div align=""center"">To:The United States of America</div><br/>Encryption:<span style=""color: #FF0000"">TOP PRIORITY</span><br/><hr/><br/><sub><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">L</span>eaders of the United States of America,<br/>due to the current situation involving the Krenzian Union,president Virgilio Vegas and the Secretariat of National Defense have decided and concluded that the God's Shield base in Mexico presents a threat to the United Mexican States and its people.Therefore,the base is being shut down until further notice by the Mexican Army and SEDENA,the American staff will be offered asylum in Mexico unless they or your government request them to be transferred back to the United States,and be deemed ""ruined"".The base will remain in complete state of desertion until the Krenzian Union has dropped its threats or until the Mexican government can receive a justified argument against shutting down the God's Shield base in Mexico.You must understand that this is to ensure the safety of the Mexican people,who and whose government had nothing to do with the Tibetan War of Independence,which is the likely motive they are threatening preemptive nuclear attacks on your soil.</sub><br/><hr/><br/><br/>Sincerely,<br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/d/dd/EPN_Firma.png/119px-EPN_Firma.png""/><br/>Salvador Cienfuegos Zepeda, incumbent Secretariat of National Defense for Virgilio Vega's Government Cabinet</blockquote><br/><br/>[align=center<span style=""font-weight: bold"">God's Shield base,Mexico City</span>][/align]<br/>When the American staff had been cleared,soldiers and special teams entered the building and began to take notes and pieces of equipment....."
2486,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1125,2015-01-09T19:05:00,Mifan,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><br/>To: GEATA<br/>From: Egyptian Government <br/>Encryption: High<br/>We are thankful for this information and will take part on eliminating the threat. We will send 10 operatives of the Sa'ka Forces to Nigeria to help the GSAS to eliminate the threat. They will arrive within the next two days. </span></blockquote>"
2487,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1150,2015-01-09T20:57:00,Graknopia,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Lubem Worldwide <br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""color: #0000BF"">Keep The Gears Turning</span></span></span></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/r1ar4bF.png?1""/></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><div align=""CENTER"">Los Angelas, Lubem WorldWide HQ</div></span></span><br/>Mr. Lubem was racing through the halls in the Los Angelas Head Quarters. ""Beck! Has Washington responded to our request? We have lobbied Congress for years; we need Lubem Securities to get approved to work alongside the US troops. It'll mean big money, and this company needs money."" He had waited for this for years, Lubem believed his company finally had the political clout within the United States to get Congressional approval to work alongside the military. Efficiency and speed had already been proven in multiple unstable African countries. While the world watched, Lubem was the first on the ground in multiple desolate African countries and saved many during or before a civil war. His company had completed operations and deployments in 5 countries at this point, currently is engaged in 6 active deployments with another two countries waiting to approve Lubem to enter the country.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">WorldWide News Corporation </span></span></div><br/>""Good evening, I'm James Sanders with WorldWide News. This evening, we will be discussing the ground breaking events of the day.. Crisis in the Vatican, turmoil in Africa... More of that at eleven; but first information in the financial sector... Lubem WorldWide has had an increase in the price of its stocks recently after it announced it would make a bid with Washington to get Congressional approval to operate alongside the United States Military. Lubem WorldWide has operated in several poor African countries attempting to turn the tide in a brutal area of this Earth. Lubem Robotics, a subsidary of Lubem WorldWide made many discoveries in the robotics field aswell, and it recently bought a small company that has had great success with automatic driving cars. All that and more, tonight on WW News.""<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center"">To: The United States of America, Congress<br/>From: Lubem WorldWide<br/>Encryption:<span style=""color: #FFBF00""> Medium</span><br/>Topic: Lubem Securities, Lubem Robotics<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Greetings from Lubem WorldWide! I am Michael Lubem, founder and CEO of Lubem WorldWide. I am here to seek Congressional approval to operate alongside the great United States Military. Of course these trained soldiers are experienced; they have been trained by former United States Marines and train in the West Coast, East Coast or Iiberian training camp. We have been deployed in more then 12 African countries, and have completed our objective over 85 percent of the time. We are capable of operating along side the US military. We also fully expect the US military to want to take a look inside Lubem Securities and see how we operate. We fully expect this and know a positive outcome will come of this. Finally, by partnering with Lubem Worldwide, the US military will get access to our research team, Lubem Robotics, which has made several ground breaking discoveries in many fields. We hope to have your approval for operations alongside the US military. Further details such as payment can be decided with my representatives in Washington. (Telegram)<br/>Signed,<br/>Michael Lubem,<br/>Founder and CEO of Lubem WorldWide</span></div></blockquote>"
2488,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1150,2015-01-09T21:31:00,Greater Socialist Albania,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Khmer Rouge stronghold , west Cambodia , Anlong Veng District</span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.crwflags.com/fotw/images/k/kh-1976.gif""/><br/><br/>Sa-Amok , Aka brother number 1 leader of the Khmer Rouge lays a speech at a camp.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Comrades , brothers and sisters , we have for long now watched the fascist government treat the people and the peasants like SLAVES! We have seen these capitalist hordes burn our motherland for there capitalist hungers! It's it time for these dogs to stop , we shall cut the head of these fascist serpents! We have chose the name Khmer Rouge because it strike fear in the fascists hearts ! May we dispose of these scum and achieve a communist utopia where the Proletariat shall rule! First we shall reclaim the country side home of the working class then we shall strike the fascists in there cities! For the people! For the motherland!""</span><br/><br/>Just as he finished his speech Commander Sa Amok grabbed his AK47 and led around 1300 troops west , the Khmer Rouge Campaign has begun , Armed with mainly AKs , m16s and RPKs and some trucks fitted with DShKs began there assault on Cambodian controlled villages .<br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-IKU08Mb2ZJk/UXY3q1W46KI/AAAAAAAAAEc/M82wbICoP0s/s1600/130314013423-cambodia-khmer-rouge-guerillas-horizontal-gallery.jpg""/>"
2489,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1150,2015-01-09T23:21:00,Zatak,"<div align=""Center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.11points.com/images/badassflags/moscow.jpg""/><br/><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #FF0000"">WFA: Nine years Later....</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">2025</span></span></div><br/>The world is not a nice place... It will beat you down and aim at taking all you ever loved from you. The WFA was formed in 2012 by Irish born Jonathon bell as a mainly Internet based terrorist group who had no real power but a keyboard and in the first few months they were the center of jokes from the world and internet as wannabe Jihadists with no real power. A few months after there creation the WFA declared the first operation then had ever planned again the Nation of Turkey now of course no one bothered to care but that all changed when a unknown Turkish Frigate was sunk by the WFA when out of port during exercises and so began the start of the world deadliest Military based organization.<br/><br/>The WFA spent five years launching major attacks on western and eastern targets in hopes of proving themselves to the world as a major threat but it would not be till the WFA launched Operation Red dawn aka the WFA Russian revolt that resulted in the death of Russian president Vladimir Putin in 2016 and a self declared occupation of Moscow but this was followed by the WFA backed revolutions in Gambia, the UK, Ireland, Uganda, Congo Australia and more. Soon the once internet based group was now overthrowing and leading revolutions against major governments all in the name of human freedom from corruption which is why in 2016 a major Anti-WFA operation took place in hopes of stopping the group from continuing any further fighting and operations yet this only aimed at strengthening the group as the attacks became more bold.<br/><br/>The day was the 18th of june 2017 when leader Jonathon bell and his unnammed lover were travelling in Pakistan when Mr. Bell entered a nearby shop to grab a few things for him and his lover when Pakistani special forces assaulted the car killing the unnammed lover before escaping what they believe to be the killing of Jonathon bell yet sadly they ha failed in killing him but instead the man came back to a lover, a child and blood. The following day the Pakistani government announced that they had killed Mr. Bell and as such they claimed the world could rest in peace from any further death by this man's hands..... but they were wrong.... four days later the Nuclear reactors KANUPP II and KANUPP III were attacked by unknown militants which directly caused the meltdown of the plants in one of the worst disasters in Pakistani history. The WFA claimed responsibility for the attack but in a shock it was Mr. Bell who gave the world the message and truth of that day and gave a promise to wipe out those responsible in the attacks..... multiple military leaders and politicians would mysteriously die in the following weeks.....<br/><br/>The WFA claims to have over 10,000 armed members and many more supporters although the UN reports that the group has at least 20,000 Armed members all across the world armed with modern weaponry and gear to take on opposition forces. The average WFA member has some sort of training from unknown teachers and seems to be self supplying to some extent with access to weaponry, Communication gear, military wear, Bulletproof armor and more depending on the environment of operations. The group seems to have a supply ring involving a number of other groups who all seem to work together in sharing of knowledge and gear among others these groups including the AFP, Nigerian Mafia, Boko haram, Al Qaeda, Black panthers, the Yakuza, Triads, Multiple Mafia groups and more who all seem to be part of some coalition run by Mr. Bell and the WFA though further details remain unknown.<br/><br/>The group is separated into multiple brigades and commands under what seems to be a military structure with the organization seemingly runs a special forces group called the ""Phantom of god"" according to reports this is the group that was responsible for the Pakistan attack and attack on Russia although we have no confirmation on this at the moment. The Brigades and Commands seem very well connected communication and supply wise and it seems Brigades often work together during larger operations. The WFA runs a Cyber warfare branch but details remain scarce although they still seem like a major threat to governments around the world if they have to power to hack into sensitive systems.<br/><br/>The WFA takes part in more then just attacks and seems to have very nice relations with Mexican cartels which helps them self fund there Operations in ways we have not seen before. The groups economic base seems to be in the Asia-Pacific region although we do not know of any main bases though we do know they have the power to launch massive attacks as the group has access to Military grade vehicles and possible air craft through unknown means. We do know that the group is prepared for operations in Western nations such as the UK although we have no knowledge of any planned attacks at this moment and operatives report no hostile movements in the west at this moment but this can easily change as mentioned before on Western targets.<br/><br/>The WFA has no known supply of WMD yet they could possibly gain that access easily through North Korean stockpile that they could of captured or through the AFP who claims to have Chemical weapons although the WFA has claimed that they would never take part in WMD attacks we can not confirm if this is true. A major thing is that the group has no problem wiping out populations through other means as evidence in the attack on the three gorges dam that killed up to 300 Million people and created mass damage in the groups support for Tibet who may be allied with this evil group although we have no worry that the WFA will launch a attack on british Soi-<span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bang!</span></span>-<br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">This message was a voice report to the CIA, FBI and multiple intelligence services from country's such as Italy, Germany, Mexico, Gambia, Egypt, Turkey, Japan, South Korea and more... on that same day the MI6 and MI5 building were attacked by high explosives and raided by unknown assailants who were later confirmed to be part of the IRA remnants that were a special brigade in the WFA... in total over 35 were killed and up to 90 wounded in the attacks... for now no further attacks can be reported but the group claimed to be prepared to strike at many more targets in less then 30 days if needed... </span>"
2490,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1150,2015-01-09T23:22:00,The North German Commonwealth,"<blockquote><div><cite>Marsisian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=23073888#p23073888"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The North German Commonwealth <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=23070845#p23070845"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Tirana, Federation of Albania and Kosovo:</span><br/>""Sir, it has been many years since the wall was complete. We can take on Serbia now! Especially now that we are backed by the Turks and possibly the Germans!"" The Prime Minister sighed. ""No. It is to risky. Considering that the Serbians will not hesitate to massacre non-Serbs, we can not risk a single Albanian civilian falling into Serb hands. That, and Serbia is supported by Italy. Who is currently in a tense agreement with Germany. Our time will come, do not doubt that. Just not today.""<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Official Transmission Of The Federation Of Albania And Kosovo </span><br/>To: The Federal Republic of Germany<br/>From: The Federation of Albania and Kosovo<br/>Dear Friends, we ask you to assist The FAK and Turkey should war spring up between The Federation and Serbia. We will give Germany access to military documents, plans of attack, and consult with German leaders before carrying out an action. We will also give Germany military bases to house troops and other materials. Please respond as soon as possible. As well, we are interested in Germany's plan to require their former colonies in Africa and The Pacific. We support this action, as we believe that the seizure of German colonies after WW1 was uncalled for. The Federation would like their own colony in Africa, perhaps Equatorial Guinea? We are prepared to deploy Albanian Special Forces to assist German Special Forces in securing Germany's former colonies. As stated above, please respond as soon as possible.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">End Transmission</span></blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To the Federation of Albania and Kosovo<br/>From the Federal German Foreign Office<br/>HIGH ENCRYPTION LEVEL<br/><br/>Greetings,<br/><br/>I do not know what you are talking about that we want to acquire our former colonies in Africa. However, if you must know, we are plotting to prop up a pro-German government in New Guinea. We will agree to what you ask of us and we ask that you also deploy 3,000 of your regular Army troops and your special forces to Bayern Forward Operations Headquarters at these coordinates for preparation for the operation.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">END</span></blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Official Transmission Of The Federation Of Albania And Kosovo</span><br/>To: The Federal Republic of Germany<br/>From: The Federation of Albania and Kosovo<br/>This is good news. Also, in the future, I would like that you tell me of your plans before I figure them out. When I heard of this coup-in-planning, from a ""little birdy"", I was surprised. Nonetheless, The FAK fully supports this action. Will you be attempting to take back all former German colonies, such as Cameroon and Tanzania, or just New Guinea? As well, I believe by New Guinea you mean the German Papua New Guinea? Correct me if I am mistaken, for I require information on the whereabouts of this mission before deploying personal. As well, Albanian agents are already headed to Equatorial Guinea to install an Albanian leader, effectively turning it into a puppet state. This will be a covert operation, however German special forces are welcome to join the Albanian Covert Operations Agency(ACOA) Agents if you deem fit. Respond son, as information is needed. As you would say in Germany, Danke Shaun.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">End Transmission</span></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Independent Vessel Tirana's Pride, Off The Coast Of Libya:</span><br/>""So, sir, what are we doing again?"" A small group of ACOA Agents had received passage on board an independent cargo ship headed for Malabo. Their orders where simple: take down EG's current government, and establish a new one, run by Albania. ""We are to assassinate the current leader of Equatorial Guinea, then appoint this man here"", he said, gesturing to the man sitting next to him, ""As the leader of a new government, run by The Federation. No mistakes, people. If we get discovered, it would deal a major blow to The Federation's role on the world stage. Success, however, will boost our role on the world stage. I want to this to go without mistake, got it?"" The agents saluted. ""Sir, Yes Sir!"""
2491,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1150,2015-01-09T23:27:00,Marsisian,"<blockquote><div><cite>The North German Commonwealth <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=23086069#p23086069"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Marsisian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=23073888#p23073888"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To the Federation of Albania and Kosovo<br/>From the Federal German Foreign Office<br/>HIGH ENCRYPTION LEVEL<br/><br/>Greetings,<br/><br/>I do not know what you are talking about that we want to acquire our former colonies in Africa. However, if you must know, we are plotting to prop up a pro-German government in New Guinea. We will agree to what you ask of us and we ask that you also deploy 3,000 of your regular Army troops and your special forces to Bayern Forward Operations Headquarters at these coordinates for preparation for the operation.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">END</span></blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Official Transmission Of The Federation Of Albania And Kosovo</span><br/>To: The Federal Republic of Germany<br/>From: The Federation of Albania and Kosovo<br/>This is good news. Also, in the future, I would like that you tell me of your plans before I figure them out. When I heard of this coup-in-planning, from a ""little birdy"", I was surprised. Nonetheless, The FAK fully supports this action. Will you be attempting to take back all former German colonies, such as Cameroon and Tanzania, or just New Guinea? As well, I believe by New Guinea you mean the German Papua New Guinea? Correct me if I am mistaken, for I require information on the whereabouts of this mission before deploying personal. As well, Albanian agents are already headed to Equatorial Guinea to install an Albanian leader, effectively turning it into a puppet state. This will be a covert operation, however German special forces are welcome to join the Albanian Covert Operations Agency(ACOA) Agents if you deem fit. Respond son, as information is needed. As you would say in Germany, Danke Shaun.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">End Transmission</span></blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To the Federation of Albania and Kosovo<br/>From the Federal Republic of Germany<br/><br/>We will not be planning to seize our former colonies in Africa, just German New Guinea. Deploy your forces quickly to the staging point as we cannot delay the operation any longer. Good luck with your endeavors in Equatorial Guinea.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">END</span></blockquote>"
2492,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1150,2015-01-10T01:00:00,Licata,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Rome:</span><br/><br/>A group of Islamic 40 extremists attacked the Colosseum with RPG's, AK-47's, and Makarov pistols. They inflicted two hundred casualties while en route to the monument, another 100 upon arrival. They'd caused a great deal of damage to the structure of the Colosseum.<br/><br/>In response, the GIS combat force was deployed, a thousand men arrived before the other. They immediately launched an attack to protect the Colosseum. Charging down the streets form all sides, lead by armored cars. A hail storm of rubber bullets greeted the terrorists. Tear gas and chemical screens were used to confuse and disable the terrorists. The GIS operative dropped their rifles and drew their spiked batons, they then charged. Detaining every terrorist after beating them.<br/><br/>As punishment the men were to be crucified. Just out side of the Colosseum they were crucified, from there the GIS members were given the honors to march them through the city while the terrorists suffered. The journey ended when they reached the Northern entrance of the City, where the Crucifixes were set up to line the road.<br/><br/>After a short investigation, it turned out that all of these men were Turkish and Albanian immigrants who'd called a personal Jihad.<br/><br/>Emperor Giovanni commented with; ""Thus is the punishment for an attack on the Roman heritage of our people, Avanti Italia, Avanti Roma!""<br/><br/>The head of the GIS commented with; ""They struck us, and so they were shown the error of their ways.""<br/><br/>The victims of the attack were given the exclusive right to stone the crucified men. Many took up the offer.<br/><br/>Repairs to the city and the Colosseum began immediately, slaves were brought in to speed up the process.<br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""https://bprentice.files.wordpress.com/2011/04/spartacus.jpg""/>"
2493,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1150,2015-01-10T02:55:00,Elepis,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Official Statement on attacks on Italy and Italian response:<br/><br/>The Republic of Turkey is a secular state and has conducted numerous operations against the Jihadi threat, including crushing IS in Iraq 8 years ago. We fully condemn the actions taken by some Turkish citizens in attacking the Italian nation and the Republic will work to stop any other plots that form, if any do. The Republic would like to inform the nation of Italy that Turkey is a secular nation with a mixed population of Muslims, Christians, Atheists, Jews, and many other religions and the government of the Republic had no part in the attacks.<br/><br/>However, the Republic is HORRIFIED at the way the attackers were treated. Yes, they may have participated in a terrorist attack but any CIVILIZED nation would send them to prison, not CRUCIFY them. The Republic would never punish any crime, no matter how horrendous by Crucifixion. Crucifixion is basically being tortured to death. You are left in the sun while your lungs slowly fill up with bodily liquid. No civilized nation would ever do this to any human and the nation of Italy has shown itself to be no better than its Fascist predecessor in the 1930's and 40's. <br/><br/>The Republic will take the following actions to punish the nation of Italy for its BARBARIC AND INHUMANE crimes<br/><br/>Lifting diplomatic immunity to allow families of terrorist victims to file civil lawsuits in Turkish courts courts;<br/>Denial of duty-free treatment of goods exported to the Republic of Turkey;<br/>Authority to prohibit any Turkish citizen from engaging in a financial transaction with the Italian government without a Treasury Department license<br/><br/>If the nation of Italy continues to oppress its people, the Republic WILL take further action <br/><br/>Deniz Baykal,<br/>Minister of Foreign Affairs</blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Operation Nike</span><br/>Top secret Turkish military document<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Operation Nike</span></div><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">TOP SECRET</span><br/><br/>Under no circumstances Italian syndicates will be allowed to take over the economy of the Republic of Cyprus (South Cyprus) like they have done with France and Serbia. If the Italian syndicates take over 45%+ of the Cypriot economy, Operation Nike is to take place.<br/><br/>Phase one:<br/>0:00 hour: President orders the army in Northern Cyprus and Turkish 3rd Fleet to begin operation Nike<br/>Phase 2<br/>1:00 hour: Turkish air force attack Cypriot air force bases, destroying Cypriot air force on the ground<br/>1:00 hour: Turkish navy blockades Port of Limassol, principal Cypriot military and commercial port<br/>1:05 hour: Turkish ground attack aircraft attack border positions<br/>1:20 hour: 40,000 Turkish and TRNC troops land at Paphos and Larnaca districts<br/>1:25 hour: 10,000 Turkish air borne troops land in Nicosia district <br/>1:28 hour: Cypriot National Guard reserves called up<br/>1:35 hour: 25,000 Turkish troops enter Nicosia, the other 15,000 troops go against other main cities <br/>2:00 hour: Cyprus government surrenders to Turkish forces</blockquote><br/><br/>Turkish army will remain in control of Cyprus for 1 week, during which they will seize the assets of all Syndicate business on the Island and deport Italian syndicate workers. The, after exactly one week of occupation. Turkish and TRNC troops will move back in to Northern Cyprus and free any Cypriot POW's. The Turkish government will also pay for any damage done during the occupation and invasion as well as compensate any families members who lost loved ones during the invasion."
2494,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1150,2015-01-10T08:17:00,Republika Srpska Party,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/8/81/SAJ_emblem.png/100px-SAJ_emblem.png""/></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">LOCATION:</span>Kraljevo, Republic of Serbia<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">TIME:</span>19:30 / 7:30 PM<br/><br/>""Get ready for this! This ain't training! Those are criminals in there holding loads of hostages!"" said the Lieutenant while he puts his heavy bulletproof vest on. The other SAJ personnel are grabbing their Heckler & Koch MP5 and then they begin to enter the Armored Land rover. ""This is our objective, we have to track down those terrorists, they're holding 20 hostages in one god damn plane, this happened once by only 5 armed people, this time, they're armed with AK-47's and there's +5 more than last time. We need to approach the plane slowly, two of our men will watch the cameras in the plane, while we enter it with a ladder."" says the Lieutenant, ""Okay, we're here, Sir!"" said the driver of the land rover while he is getting out of the vehicle. ""Let's do this boys, GET THE LADDER! You two, watch the cameras."" the Lieutenant and his men slowly begin to approach the plane, until one of the terrorists realizes that the SAJ is here, he shouts ""SH*T. WE HAVE COMPANY!"", the other one replies ""Sh*t... I bet it's the SAJ. DO NOT LET THEM ENTER THE PLANE!"". While the SAJ team puts a ladder onto one window, one of the team members blows the window and then the men enter the plane. ""BACI ORUZJE! BACI ORUZJE!"" says one of the SAJ men while shooting at a terrorist out of an H&K MP5. ""EVERYONE PUT YOUR HEADS DOWN!"" says the Lieutenant, he and a team mate open the curtains of the first-class entry and spot a terrorist holding an CZ99 pistol to one of the hostage's head. ""PUT THE GUN DOWN OR THIS WILL END BADLY FOR YOU!"" the Lt. aims at his head with his scoped & silenced MP5, the terrorist refuses to and slowly begins to pull the trigger, the Lt. warned him and shot his head. While the rest of the team is taking care of other terrorist, most of the plane has been cleared out. ""We got 4 of them arrested right now, the other ones are dead. And no, we aren't dead, nor injured, but we might need an ambulance soon, some of these people might have serious wounds."" says a team member over radio. The 3 arrested terrorist are brought out with their heads down and handcuffed, they've been put into the Serbian police van, which is going to be follow'd by SAJ. An ambulance was call'd and the people on the plane have left the airfield in great shock. The police has confirmed that these men were UCK/KLA members which got charged for war crimes during the Kosovo War."
2495,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1150,2015-01-10T10:36:00,Elepis,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><hr/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/f/fb/Emblem_of_the_President_of_Turkey.svg/400px-Emblem_of_the_President_of_Turkey.svg.png""/><br/><hr/><br/>Turkey<br/>To: FAK<br/>TOP SECRET</div><br/><hr/><br/><br/>Dearest ally,<br/><br/>With tensions rising in the Balkans, I offer you the chance to buy some older Turkish military equipment (still in full working order though). You can chose how many you want of each <br/><br/>30 Bell AH-1 Cobra attack helicopters<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/e/e6/Masada_cobra1.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/e/e6/Masada_cobra1.jpg</a><br/>140 M44 Self Propelled Howitzer<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://olive-drab.com/images/id_m44__4id_pettit_285_20051202.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">http://olive-drab.com/images/id_m44__4id_pettit_285_20051202.jpg</a><br/>50 F-16 <br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/b/bf/F-16C_Fighting_Falcon.JPEG/800px-F-16C_Fighting_Falcon.JPEG"" rel=""nofollow"">http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/b/bf/F-16C_Fighting_Falcon.JPEG/800px-F-16C_Fighting_Falcon.JPEG</a><br/>10 Canadair CF-5 fighter/bombers<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/7/71/Venezuelan_Air_Force_Northrop_%28Canadair%29_VF-5A_%28CL-226%29_Schleiffert-1.jpg/1280px-Venezuelan_Air_Force_Northrop_%28Canadair%29_VF-5A_%28CL-226%29_Schleiffert-1.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/7/71/Venezuelan_Air_Force_Northrop_%28Canadair%29_VF-5A_%28CL-226%29_Schleiffert-1.jpg/1280px-Venezuelan_Air_Force_Northrop_%28Canadair%29_VF-5A_%28CL-226%29_Schleiffert-1.jpg</a><br/><br/>All these weapons systems are in full working order and will severe you well on the Battlefield.<br/><br/>However, if you refuse the offer, they will be sold to another Turkish ally, this is the FAK's last chance.<br/><br/>Sincerely,<br/>President Kemal</blockquote>"
2496,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1150,2015-01-10T10:47:00,The Greater Gambia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lagos, Nigeria</span><br/><br/>The GSAS operatives landed in the city. They made their way to their rendezvous spot with Beza Kaleni. When they arrived, they saw the shock on his face.<br/><br/>""This is it? Just the four of you!?"" Beza said with frustration.<br/><br/>""The GSAS likes to operate in small squads."" Said Malik<br/><br/>""Don't worry, we've been in operations All over Africa. Remember the Adis Ababa Hostage crisis a few years back?"" Amat said.<br/><br/>""That was you?"" Beza said in astonishment.<br/><br/>""Yep, all 120 insurgents killed without a single hostage lost."" Said Lamin.<br/><br/>Malik refocused the conversation.<br/><br/>""Command has briefed us on the situation. We're here to make sure nothing happens to you. Once we have cornered Karimo, we'll extract you to one of the GEATA's safehouses.""<br/><br/>From a building across the street, the meeting was being watched by none other than Karimo Sabamye and his top men.<br/><br/>""Malik Taal, the jackal of Janjanbureh. That's someone I would have liked to never see again."" Said one of Karimo's men.<br/><br/>Karimo lit a cigar, being in control of the biggest terrorist group in Africa along with it's largest criminal organization had it's perks, and calmed the man down.<br/><br/>""Don't worry, we'll deal with him in time. Is Beza with him?""<br/><br/>""Yes, looks like our suspicions were right, he's been talking to people. Damn street rat."" The AFP soldier aimed for Beza's head.<br/><br/>""No, we'll give him a chance to redeem himself. For now, just follow him."" Karimo said."
2497,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1150,2015-01-10T13:32:00,Pimps Inc,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://theworldsbestever.s3.amazonaws.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/mexican-cartel-violence.jpg""/></div><br/><br/>While Europe was torn apart by the international conflicts that ensued and while the WFA made itself the new face of terrorism,a much more silent killer played in the backstage.Instead of going against the world's governments,the Mexican Cartels took on a less obvious route.It was becoming part of the government,and after that,it would control the government.South America had already fallen with 1 in every 3 South American politicians being Cartel-friendly.Now,a fifth of the members of the British parliament had been either bribed or were members of the Cartel themselves.Already other members were infiltrating politics in other European countries.France,Spain,Germany,Ireland,the Netherlands,Switzerland,Poland,and Portugal, unbeknownst to them, had Cartel senators,past prime ministers,ex-presidents,ex-generals,military officers,and other high ranking officials.Though low numbers,this was only the beginning.The corruption was almost undetectable.<br/><br/>Back in the United Kingdom,Liverpool had already been claimed,with all opposition eliminated when the Cartels ratted on the Liverpudlian mafia and the British cracked down on their compounds.The survivors left to China,Russia,Africa or simply joined the Cartels.Expansion to the rest of the island was easy,with the authorities in the palm of their hands,the remaining crime families either left or were swept aside.Now,France was beginning to experience the silent symptoms of the Cartels.....<br/><br/>The Cartels........decades before the WFA,before Bell,was alive,when the world was still in a Cold War,they were there.They were small but the government couldn't beat them.Over the years,those small gangs grew into multi-billlion dollar making machines,with their own military equipment and budget,they are in the top 3 most powerful crime organizations in the world.Rivaling the Russian Mob and surpassed only by the Triads and Yakuza.<br/><br/>So,they had decided to step out of the backstage,leave the shadows of the backstage,and play with the puppet strings of the world in the light........<br/><br/>""While the CIA and MI6 cannot confirm whether the WFA commited the act or not,they di-""<br/>a8 7vs7 1j3 r cnc unn nuin9 3 54234 68 65 55 5 34 1 1 456 5 8 5 45 3 423 3 5 452 4 5267i89432562 2 5 32 6 89 59<br/><br/><div align=""CENTER"">[EMERGENCY BROADCAST SYSTEM IN MOTION]</div><br/>*Images from the Mexican,Colombian,Argentinian,and Brazilian Drug War of the 2020s appear:shootings,corpses,burning buildings.Then picture cuts to a man wearing a mask of the Thalia Muse with decals of a flaming US/Mexican flag.*<br/><br/>""Sad day,isn't it?So many dead and wounded.Yet,deep inside us,we know how rotten MI6 is inside,along with the US ,and so on and so on.I bet you all expected us to be wearing something more cool but I was at work when they pulled me out to do this,so i'm wearing a suit.You may also be wondering who we are.We are members of the Mexican Cartels,who since 2016,have banded together to make a giant criminal war syndicate that not even all of the two continents of America combined have been able to beat. But why are we making this message? We did not help the WFA with the MI6 events, we assure you that.Tough we must give them points for carrying out an event only portrayed before in James Bond movies. If MI6 actually did their job, they'd know.That or they just don't want the public to know. In either case, it doesn't matter. We, the Cartels, have moved from the Americas, though we still run an empire over there, and are looking to making Europe the proud host of our organized crime for the next 10 years. The UK is ours, all opposition has been disposed,and you agencies and police do nothing,the rest of Europe is next.We do not plan on causing trouble, but if anyone attempts to distrupt our plans, there will be hell to pay.As for our friends in Africa......""<br/>*The man pauses to retrieve a pair of script cards from the bottom of the table*<br/>""....... Karimo Sabamye,leader of the AFP, and Sarima Odanebo,leader of the Nigerian Mafia.....Who are actually engaged,if our sources are correct.""<br/>*The man winks through the mask,a gesture almost indiscernible.Almost.*<br/>""If you do carry out your presumptive chemical attack on the United Mexican States,more specifically us,you will die.""<br/>*The man paused to let the words sink in*<br/>""The only ones allowed to bring hell to Mexico are Mexicans,not you.We will hunt you all down to the ends of the Earth,skin you,and then set you aflame and bury you alive while you burn.Nothing,no one,not your guns,not your armies,not your drugs,not your terror,not anyone can save you.To mark our transition from the Americas to Europe,let's have a little fun.<br/><br/>*The camera zooms out,revealing two men with a bag over their head.The bags are removed*<br/><br/>""This man here is the current C.E.O of the Brazilian petroleum company,Petrobras.To my left is the C.E.O of Royal Dutch Shell. If half a billion dollars are not transferred to the current bank account currently displayed on screen, I will put a one inch hole in this nice men's skull.You have 5 minutes.Call the current phone number on screen to give us confirmation.""<br/>*Minutes later the phone rings*<br/>""Good to know you listen to reason.""<br/>*The man shoots the men in the head.*<br/><br/>You have been warned!All other organizations that try to bring us down,whether you're government agencies,terrorists,God,WE DON'T CARE!Get out now before it is too late!<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 130%; line-height: 116%;"">""SANGRE O LIBERTAD!""</span></div><br/>*The man slams his hands together and the image is replaced by the Flag of Mexico and then the Cartel's flag,then a modified coat of arms of Mexico.""<br/><br/>*The Mexican anthem plays in the background of a compilation of videos and pictures taken of the Drug Wars in the Americas.*<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">War, war without quarter to any who dare<br/>to tarnish the coats of arms of the country!</span><br/>*videos of firefights between the army and cartels are shown*<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">War, war! Let the national banners<br/>be soaked in waves of blood.</span><br/>*pictures of the UN flags in front of the United Nations Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean building on fire*<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">War, war! In the mountain, in the valley,<br/>let the cannons thunder in horrid unison<br/>and may the sonorous echoes resound<br/>with cries of Union! Liberty!</span><br/>*Videos of jet fighters,artillery,and other weaponry used in the Drug Wars are shown*<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">O, Fatherland, ere your children, defenseless<br/>bend their neck beneath the yoke,<br/>may your fields be watered with blood,<br/>may their foot be printed in blood.</span><br/>*Videos of destroyed and burning villages,fields,and forests are shown<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">And may your temples, palaces and towers<br/>collapse with horrid clamor,</span><br/>*videos of damaged buildings are shown*<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">and may their ruins continue on, saying:<br/>Of one thousand heroes, here the Fatherland began...........</span><br/><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/9/90/Coat_of_Arms_of_the_First_Mexican_Empire.svg/311px-Coat_of_Arms_of_the_First_Mexican_Empire.svg.png""/></div>"
2498,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1150,2015-01-10T14:01:00,Protector Galactics,"Massive changes happened in the Union. People had low payment. Wealthy states in the Union were taxed heavily. To keep them happy they were given no payment for their house electricity and a little payment for water. Electricity companies switched to solar panels. Spring Water was collected for the people. The Krenzian Union brought in major investments in other projects were cancelled. The Krenzian Union called back all of their big loans they gave to small world countries. They also started to sell antique weapons like Ak-47's and Hind Attack helicopters.<br/><br/>Krenzian Square was in a panic as Economic chart dropped. Unemployment rose all around. The Import offices closed but the exports were busy. Fuel on that day was soaring high. The Sour screams of panic as the chart dropped from 200 million Krenzian Marks to 150. All Major retailers started to close in the trading floor of the Alto-Dragon Skyscraper in Beijing.<br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://socialistworker.org/sites/default/files/imagecache/330/images/panicked%20trader.jpg""/><br/>(OOC: This was the closest I can get to a Chinese Businessmen in Wall st)<br/><br/>The Krenzian Union was hanging on a thin line as the 150 million went to the 200 dollar mark. Then it slowly rose up to 12 million at 11:00 at night."
2499,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1150,2015-01-10T14:26:00,Mifan,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lagos, Nigeria</span><br/><br/>Under the cover of darkness, the 10 operatives of the Sa'ka Forces moved towards the meeting point, where they would meet up with the GSAS and their man inside. After moving for about 10 minutes, the found the building and entered it, and found the room where they were suppose to be in. After doing a series of knocks, one of the operatives opened the door and allowed the Egyptians in. ""Huh, when we got the information that you sent operatives it, we thought you meant at least ten men. Well I guess its something. I'm Abdul, I'll be the one working along side you."" He extended his hand to the man that looked to be in charge."
2500,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1150,2015-01-10T14:33:00,Zatak,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""https://emeraldcoastdogs.files.wordpress.com/2009/08/war-dog-tee3.jpg?w=500&amp;h=551""/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #FF0000"">War Dogs division: The response of revenge</span></span></div><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">The attack had cause panic as expected.... The people didn't know who to blame at first given all the tension building up in the continent and the world though as always the blame fell on the WFA and they're allys of course the first people to respond were surprisingly the Mexican cartels who could be seen as a rival and friend to the group if it was not for the conflicting nature of them. The 16th Irish brigade ""War Dogs' are the only Irish based brigade in the WFA and one of the smallest though they had heart and skill the group was often let out of tasks until this one where they finally showed the worth they had in attacking one of four major value targets in the most perfect of manners possible while also severely damaging the capability's of British intelligence and counter-terrorism operatives.<br/><br/>The video like others got millions of hits and massive press release that the group had gotten use to seeing by now..... The video started the same with the dark room, Lantern and masks with one of the people speaking in a changed voice... the following is the message....</span><br/><br/>One of the saddest lessons of history is this: If we’ve been bamboozled long enough, we tend to reject any evidence of the bamboozle. We’re no longer interested in finding out the truth. The bamboozle has captured us. It’s simply too painful to acknowledge, even to ourselves, that we’ve been taken. Once you give a charlatan power over you, you almost never get it back. No matter how corrupt, greedy, and heartless our government, our corporations, our media, and our religious &amp; charitable institutions may become, the music will still be wonderful.<br/><br/>Forget the politicians. The politicians are put there to give you the idea you have freedom of choice. You don't. You have no choice. You have owners. They own you. They own everything. They own all the important land, they own and control the corporations that've long since bought and paid for, the senate, the congress, the state houses, the city halls, they got the judges in their back pocket, and they own all the big media companies so they control just about all of the news and the information you get to hear. They got you by the balls. They spend billions of dollars every year lobbying to get what they want. Well, we know what they want. They want more for themselves and less for everybody else. But I'll tell you what they don't want. They don't want a population of citizens capable of critical thinking. They don't want well informed, well educated people capable of critical thinking. They're not interested in that. That doesn't help them.<br/><br/>It is not the critic who counts; not the man who points out how the strong man stumbles, or where the doer of deeds could have done them better. The credit belongs to the man who is actually in the arena, whose face is marred by dust and sweat and blood; who strives valiantly; who errs, who comes short again and again, because there is no effort without error and shortcoming; but who does actually strive to do the deeds; who knows great enthusiasms, the great devotions; who spends himself in a worthy cause; who at the best knows in the end the triumph of high achievement, and who at the worst, if he fails, at least fails while daring greatly, so that his place shall never be with those cold and timid souls who neither know victory nor defeat.<br/><br/>The British government has long been are main foe and they believed that we would not strike..... They believed they were safe on that little island of there's but we have proved to the world the weakness of the British government in are attack. A fact is that MI5 and MI6 like all western agency's have fallen from grace and no longer have what it takes to protect the people of the world. The Mexican cartels were right in that they did not do this as we have never worked with them before and never plan such things. So now what happens governments of the world? Do you all feel safe when knowing that we can outsmart even your best or that the governments of NATO and friends fear are power?.<br/><br/>We struck Pakistan! We struck Turkey! We wiped out China! We will do the same to the nations of the world who aim at stopping the progression of the free man. He told us the truths of your lies and greed! How you leave those to die! We have your people! We will slice them with a dagger like you did to are brothers in Africa and mexico! The AFP... The cartels.... all of them are the brothers of the WFA and attack on one is a attack on us all! We will strike fast and we will strike strong in protection of the African Union forces for him Jonathon Bell!<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">-Cuts video to the war dogs logo for a few seconds before ending-</span></blockquote>"
2501,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1150,2015-01-10T17:38:00,Marsisian,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">1 mile outside Port Moresby<br/>1:21 A.M.<br/></span><br/><br/>The first forward recon unit, the Damned 33rd of the DOGE Invasion Force New Guinea landed via helicopter under Colonel Johann Konrad. Landing silently a mile outside the city in order to prevent attention, Sergeant Ludwig Walker with his team of 4 soldiers began reconnaissance operations in the outskirts of the city. ""Private Ruden, do you see any New Guinean soldiers in the area?"" ""No, sir.. the Invasion Force is free to advance forward ."" ""Good. Let me tell that to the Colonel.""<br/><br/>Moving forward, he set up a comm link with Colonel Konrad. ""Colonel, this is Sergeant Walker, and we have noticed there are no military units in the city. However you will have to deal with resistance from local police forces. From there you can storm the Government House and Parliament Building and set up a puppet government, and if we're lucky, make them let Northern New Guinea become a puppet state, make that unstable, then let Germany annex it."" ""Good. Continue with your mission, Unteroffizier. My hackers are currently trying to shut off the city's power."""
2502,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1150,2015-01-11T09:15:00,Elepis,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><hr/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/f/fb/Emblem_of_the_President_of_Turkey.svg/400px-Emblem_of_the_President_of_Turkey.svg.png""/><br/><hr/><br/>From: Turkey<br/>To: <span style=""font-weight: bold"">COUNTRIES OF EUROPE</span><br/>TOP SECRET</div><br/><hr/><br/><br/>Hello fellow world leaders <br/><br/>I know we have had our differences over many things, Kosovo, Cyprus, N &amp; S Ireland, various small and partially recognized states. However we share a common history, a common way of life. This continent leads the world in science, medicine and technology. Our nations are on the forefront of so much. In 1945, we emerged from the most devastating war in all history, 70 million people died. However through common cooperation, we are once again the bastion of human civilization.<br/><br/>But now we face a new enemy.<br/><br/>The Mexican drug cartels seek to destroy our way of life, our people. They threaten our families if we do not comply. They order us to sell ourselves in to slavery. Will we bow to this pressure? Will we force ourselves in to a new dark age, dominated by drug lords?! Will we walk like sheep's to the slaughter?<br/><br/>NO!<br/><br/>I call on us all, all the countries of Europe to form a counter-balance to this threat. We must cooperate unless we are to be destroyed. I know we have been enemies and we disagree on many matters but this threat is the largest we have seen since the dark day's of 1941. I ask you know to come to a conference in Istanbul to be held in one week so we can jointly discuss how to counter these low life drug lords. If we do not work together we will slowly but surely be taken over and by the end of this decade, Europe will be no more, it will simply be one massive drug plantation. <br/><br/>We must stop this from happening. <br/><br/>I beg of you, come to Istanbul so we can work on a united front against this force of evil.<br/><br/>Sincerely,<br/>Kemal Kılıçdaroğlu, President of the Republic of Turkey</blockquote>"
2503,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1150,2015-01-11T14:18:00,Licata,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><hr/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://img3.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20111026001507/potcoplayers/images/a/a9/511px-Coat_of_arms_of_the_Kingdom_of_Italy_(1870).svg.png""/><br/><hr/><br/>From: The Empire of Italy<br/>To: <span style=""font-weight: bold"">COUNTRIES OF EUROPE</span></div><br/><hr/><br/><br/>You all may have received word from the Turks. Their, call to arms against the Cartels. Let me just say, organised crime can be stamped out in an instance, such was the fate of the Mafia. The Cartels are no threat, to purposely seek them out would further extend your dwindling militarizes.<br/><br/>This call to arms is nothing but a distraction from the Turks and their crimes. When they launched their invasion into Iraq the began a campaign of destruction. My nation has taken over forty thousand refugees in from that theater. Forty thousand found their way from Iraq to the coasts of Syria and Jordan. Liberty was not delivered to the people of Iraq, death was. Liberty cannot be delivered by the edge of a sword. <br/><br/>Honestly, <br/>Giovanni Messe; Emperor of Italy, Leader of the Fascist Party, Protector of the Italian people</blockquote>"
2504,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1150,2015-01-11T14:43:00,Elepis,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><hr/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/f/fb/Emblem_of_the_President_of_Turkey.svg/400px-Emblem_of_the_President_of_Turkey.svg.png""/><br/><hr/><br/>From: Turkey<br/>To: <span style=""font-weight: bold"">COUNTRIES OF EUROPE</span><br/>TOP SECRET</div><br/><hr/><br/><br/>Hello fellow world leaders <br/><br/>The supreme overlord of Italy is correct. We only brought peace to Iraq. We only established TWO working democracy's in a region plagued by dictatorships and extremism. All we did was push out a force of pure evil. Turkey is on the front line against Islamist dictatorship while the il Duce's in Italy torturer dissidence. <br/><br/>How can the oligarchy of Italy say freedom was not delivered? In Iraq and Kurdistan since 2016 there have been two elections, won by two different parties. The Iraqi and Kurdish armies are now a stable, uncorrupt force. The streets of Baghdad and Erbil are now as safe as the streets of Madrid or Dublin. Not thanks to Italy, thanks to Turkey, thanks to Germany and France who sent weapons while the Italians gorged themselves on the profits of war. <br/><br/>The EMPIRE of Italy say they have saved people's lives. I have heard reports of immigrants being put in to vast Ghettos, not seen since the 1940's. They have not, Turkey, with the help of France, USA, Germany, the UK, Belgium, the Netherlands, Poland, Spain, Portugal, Jordan and many more has created two working democracies. Turkey created the first Kurdish state, a safe haven from oppression for Kurds (which, under the previous AKP government, Turkey also took part in, to our eternal shame) <br/><br/>The empire of Italy wants you to sit back while the drug lords take over your nations, taking power from you slowly. Turkey wants to stop this, Turkey wants to preserve freedom in Europe. Are you willing to sit back while your people are enslaved by the drug barons?<br/><br/>The empire of Italy has the deluded belief that I am somehow trying to expand Turkey. Any sentient being can see, I am just serving our people, the people of Europe in trying to keep our the rule of Mexican thugs. If you want to keep freedom in your country, come to Istanbul so we can created a united front (what harm can it do us). If you are like the emperor of Rome and are willing to see your people enslaved and your governments turned in to puppets, by all means stay. <br/><br/><br/>Sincerely,<br/>Kemal Kılıçdaroğlu, President of the Republic of Turkey</blockquote>"
2505,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1150,2015-01-11T15:43:00,Pimps Inc,"Qemal Stafa Stadium<br/>BBC Center right now is just beginning to work on this story, obviously calling our sources and trying to figure out exactly what happened. But clearly, something relatively devastating happening this morning there on the south end of the River Thames .<br/><br/>That is, once again, a picture of one of the wings of the SIS buildin-a8 7vs7 1j3 r cnc unn nuin9 3 54234 68 65 55 5 34 1 1 456 5 8 5 45 3 423 3 5 452 4 5267i89432562 2 5 32 6 89 59<br/><br/><div align=""center"">[EMERGENCY BROADCAST SYSTEM IN MOTION]</div><br/><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://theworldsbestever.s3.amazonaws.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/mexican-cartel-violence.jpg""/></div><br/>*Images from the Mexican,Colombian,Argentinian,and Brazilian Drug War of the 2020s appear:shootings,corpses,burning buildings.Then picture cuts to a man wearing a mask of the Thalia Muse with decals of a flaming US/Mexican flag.*<br/><br/>*The man sighs through the nostril slits of his mask.He revolved the trigger of a .44 Magnum on his finger*<br/>""You Europeans are just so stubborn.First with the wars in Europe,then with with the invasion of Normandy,which killed hundreds,and now this!We tracked down a copy of a message from Turkey to the rest of Europe, inviting them to join arms against us.We will not tolerate this!We don NOT plan on causing trouble in Europe.We will not turn it into another Mexico,no!One Mexico is enough.But!If you continue this preemptive aggression against us,that will change before you can react.We will bring hell here.We will burn your government buildings to the ground and make the Battle of Berlin look like a home appliance fire.We will make Stalingrad look like a play fight.We will make D-day look like nothing.Every trace of you will be gone!and we will start with the Republic of Turkey!<br/><br/>You have been warned!All organizations that try to bring us down,whether you're government agencies,terrorists,God,WE DON'T CARE!<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 130%; line-height: 116%;"">""SANGRE O LIBERTAD!""</span></div><br/>*The man slams his hands together and the image is replaced by the Flag of Mexico and then the Cartel's flag,then a modified coat of arms of Mexico.""<br/><br/>*The Mexican anthem plays in the background of a compilation of videos and pictures taken of the Drug Wars in the Americas.*<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">War, war without quarter to any who dare<br/>to tarnish the coats of arms of the country!</span><br/>*videos of firefights between the army and cartels are shown*<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">War, war! Let the national banners<br/>be soaked in waves of blood.</span><br/>*pictures of the UN flags in front of the United Nations Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean building on fire*<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">War, war! In the mountain, in the valley,<br/>let the cannons thunder in horrid unison<br/>and may the sonorous echoes resound<br/>with cries of Union! Liberty!</span><br/>*Videos of jet fighters,artillery,and other weaponry used in the Drug Wars are shown*<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">O, Fatherland, ere your children, defenseless<br/>bend their neck beneath the yoke,<br/>may your fields be watered with blood,<br/>may their foot be printed in blood.</span><br/>*Videos of destroyed and burning European villages,fields,and forests during WW2 are shown<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">And may your temples, palaces and towers<br/>collapse with horrid clamor,</span><br/>*videos of destroyed buildings are shown*<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">and may their ruins continue on, saying:<br/>Of one thousand heroes, here the Fatherland began...........</span><br/>*a view of the Normandy American Cemetery and Memorial is shown*<br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/9/90/Coat_of_Arms_of_the_First_Mexican_Empire.svg/311px-Coat_of_Arms_of_the_First_Mexican_Empire.svg.png""/></div>"
2506,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1150,2015-01-11T16:41:00,The Greater Gambia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Mifan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=23092217#p23092217"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lagos, Nigeria</span><br/><br/>Under the cover of darkness, the 10 operatives of the Sa'ka Forces moved towards the meeting point, where they would meet up with the GSAS and their man inside. After moving for about 10 minutes, the found the building and entered it, and found the room where they were suppose to be in. After doing a series of knocks, one of the operatives opened the door and allowed the Egyptians in. ""Huh, when we got the information that you sent operatives it, we thought you meant at least ten men. Well I guess its something. I'm Abdul, I'll be the one working along side you."" He extended his hand to the man that looked to be in charge.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Malik shook Abdul's hand.<br/><br/>""I am Malik Taal, these are my men, Amat, Lamin, and Alaji. Sorry for the small numbers, but the GSAS have always worked better when we've used small numbers.""<br/><br/>Beza's phone began to ring. He had received a text message from one of Karimo's henchmen.<br/><br/>""Emergency meeting, everyone needs to be their, anyone who isn't present loses the backing and the funding of the AFP, not to the protection of the Nigerian Mafia."" The text message read."
2507,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1150,2015-01-11T16:56:00,Mifan,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=23105420#p23105420"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Mifan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=23092217#p23092217"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lagos, Nigeria</span><br/><br/>Under the cover of darkness, the 10 operatives of the Sa'ka Forces moved towards the meeting point, where they would meet up with the GSAS and their man inside. After moving for about 10 minutes, the found the building and entered it, and found the room where they were suppose to be in. After doing a series of knocks, one of the operatives opened the door and allowed the Egyptians in. ""Huh, when we got the information that you sent operatives it, we thought you meant at least ten men. Well I guess its something. I'm Abdul, I'll be the one working along side you."" He extended his hand to the man that looked to be in charge.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Malik shook Abdul's hand. <br/><br/>""I am Malik Taal, these are my men, Amat, Lamin, and Alaji. Sorry for the small numbers, but the GSAS have always worked better when we've used small numbers.""<br/><br/>Beza's phone began to ring. He had received a text message from one of Karimo's henchmen.<br/><br/>""Emergency meeting, everyone needs to be their, anyone who isn't present loses the backing and the funding of the AFP, not to the protection of the Nigerian Mafia."" The text message read.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Abdul and Malik looked at the message calling for an emergency meeting. "" Well, it seems like you need to get going. The fact that they called this meeting while we just met is suspicious. Anyway, where is the meeting going to take place.?"""
2508,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1150,2015-01-11T17:12:00,The Sanguinian Islands,"<span style=""font-style: italic"">A dim apartment in Salinas, California</span><br/><br/>Enrique Puente was a very young man, a renaissance man, he writes books, music, he cooks too. He is slightly obese but not ugly at all, his curly hair pleasing to the eye and his smile perfect. He also is the propaganda master for the Synarchist World Movement, a right wing activist group against everything progressive in nature. He runs their YouTube channel, getting into arguments with irrelevant people like The Amazing Atheist, MaoistRebelNews, winning 80% of the time too, and posts his political commentary on events constantly. Enrique believed in moderation of the social order, hedonism was a detriment and so was extreme conservatism, the former having a grip on his nation. The president sucked. Like always. In fact, he was uploading a video explaining why right now. He figured he could wait for it to be posted by walking a bit. He checked his mail as he walked out of his small apartment in the agricultural town, getting a fair bit of Watchtower pamphlets, he was a Jehova's Witness, but he did not think it was important. His paycheck was in there too, and a lot of junk mail as well. He started to put down his mail on his desk, but then a small noise happened outside his window next to his computer. He poked his head outside after running to the door and found nothing, then looked to his computer. The video was posted, this fast too. Enrique refreshed the page. 12,000 views in 10 minutes? Cannot be right. He might have started a new movement here, he thought, as he sat down and stared at the number growing..."
2509,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1150,2015-01-11T17:46:00,The Greater Gambia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Mifan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=23105576#p23105576"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=23105420#p23105420"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Malik shook Abdul's hand. <br/><br/>""I am Malik Taal, these are my men, Amat, Lamin, and Alaji. Sorry for the small numbers, but the GSAS have always worked better when we've used small numbers.""<br/><br/>Beza's phone began to ring. He had received a text message from one of Karimo's henchmen.<br/><br/>""Emergency meeting, everyone needs to be their, anyone who isn't present loses the backing and the funding of the AFP, not to the protection of the Nigerian Mafia."" The text message read.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Abdul and Malik looked at the message calling for an emergency meeting. "" Well, it seems like you need to get going. The fact that they called this meeting while we just met is suspicious. Anyway, where is the meeting going to take place.?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Beza looked up from the phone. He was terrified.<br/><br/>""Th..They usually have meetings in a warehouse down at the harbor, the Nigerian Mafia owns most of them there.""<br/><br/>Malik noticed that Beza was scared for his life.<br/><br/>""Kid, don't worry, we'll be watching the whole meeting. If things get bad, we'll come in."""
2510,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1150,2015-01-11T20:10:00,Mangjukoia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Tokyo, Japan</span><br/><br/>With weapons being fired near Japan, the newest Prime Minister, Kentaro Nishimoto, had enough of what had been a short exchange between the United States and the Krenzian Union. His own response was a possible intergovernmental alliance in the Asia-Pacific region in order to have peace, more specifically with the Krenzian Union and the United States to keep the region turning into a warzone and becoming another scar on the earth. While some may see this as Nishimoto trying to restart the Japanese Imperial ambition, causing some uproar in East Asia.<br/><br/>(OOC: No idea on what to post about Japan)"
2511,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1150,2015-01-11T22:54:00,Protector Galactics,"The last few weeks were terror for the Krenzian Union. The market fell and rose like a simple roller coaster. But it soon became stable. The biggest company that was surviving the economic drop was phantom industries. Phantom industries was a weapon and aircraft company that had contracts with the government. Most of their factories were located North of the Krenzian Union where the metal was fresh and the soil was clean. During the collapse they just made 230 bullets per day. When it was back stable they made 400,000 per day. Just a year ago they made a new fighter jet. They called it the F-87 Night Star/ It was a highly maneuverable with its Vector Thrust Engines. The jet also had its emergency stall system. When it was being targeted it immediately stalled out of the sky.<br/><br/>The people started to join in an effort to sanitize the country. Millions of people collected cans and recycled them as ammunition. rest of the aluminum were used for civilian use. Scrap tires were brought in to be used for other purposes. Mostly for military. Other metals were used to produce jet fighters and tanks. Plastic was reused for military and civilian use. The contaminated ground was cleaned with anti toxic. Rice was started to be planted in. Rivers with all the dirt water sanitized and returned into the rivers. This was all part of the conservation act to bring the country back on its feet."
2512,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1175,2015-01-11T23:13:00,North Calaveras,deleted-wrong thread
2513,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1175,2015-01-12T00:52:00,Elepis,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><hr/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/f/fb/Emblem_of_the_President_of_Turkey.svg/400px-Emblem_of_the_President_of_Turkey.svg.png""/><br/><hr/><br/>From: Turkey<br/>To: <span style=""font-weight: bold"">COUNTRIES OF EUROPE</span><br/>TOP SECRET</div><br/><hr/><br/><br/>Hello fellow world leaders <br/><br/>Fine, watch as your country crumbles in to lawless anarchy. Mark my words if you give these drug barons one meter it will happen, but not in Turkey. If the drug barons lay one finger on Turkey we will hunt them down and kill them. I ask you to do the same, but if you chose to sit back in your places while your people suffer, fine, I will have no part in it. <br/><br/>If you come to Istanbul, I will help you, we will all help each other.<br/><br/>If you do not come, I no longer care, I will defend Turkey, not the rest of Europe. <br/><br/>Sincerely,<br/>Kemal Kılıçdaroğlu, President of the Republic of Turkey<br/><br/>Do you value <a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/5/52/Berlin_Montage_4.jpg/270px-Berlin_Montage_4.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">this</a>?, <a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/e/e6/CollageMadrid.jpg/250px-CollageMadrid.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">this?</a>,<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/6/62/Paris_montage.jpg/275px-Paris_montage.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">this?</a> or <a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/b/ba/Istanbul_collage_5j.jpg/300px-Istanbul_collage_5j.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">this?</a></blockquote>"
2514,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1175,2015-01-12T05:12:00,The North German Commonwealth,"<blockquote><div><cite>Elepis <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=23089719#p23089719"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><hr/><br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/f/fb/Emblem_of_the_President_of_Turkey.svg/400px-Emblem_of_the_President_of_Turkey.svg.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/><hr/><br/>Turkey<br/>To: FAK<br/>TOP SECRET</div><br/><hr/><br/><br/>Dearest ally,<br/><br/>With tensions rising in the Balkans, I offer you the chance to buy some older Turkish military equipment (still in full working order though). You can chose how many you want of each <br/><br/>30 Bell AH-1 Cobra attack helicopters<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/e/e6/Masada_cobra1.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/e/e6/Masada_cobra1.jpg</a><br/>140 M44 Self Propelled Howitzer<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://olive-drab.com/images/id_m44__4id_pettit_285_20051202.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">http://olive-drab.com/images/id_m44__4id_pettit_285_20051202.jpg</a><br/>50 F-16 <br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/b/bf/F-16C_Fighting_Falcon.JPEG/800px-F-16C_Fighting_Falcon.JPEG"" rel=""nofollow"">http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/b/bf/F-16C_Fighting_Falcon.JPEG/800px-F-16C_Fighting_Falcon.JPEG</a><br/>10 Canadair CF-5 fighter/bombers<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/7/71/Venezuelan_Air_Force_Northrop_%28Canadair%29_VF-5A_%28CL-226%29_Schleiffert-1.jpg/1280px-Venezuelan_Air_Force_Northrop_%28Canadair%29_VF-5A_%28CL-226%29_Schleiffert-1.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/7/71/Venezuelan_Air_Force_Northrop_%28Canadair%29_VF-5A_%28CL-226%29_Schleiffert-1.jpg/1280px-Venezuelan_Air_Force_Northrop_%28Canadair%29_VF-5A_%28CL-226%29_Schleiffert-1.jpg</a><br/><br/>All these weapons systems are in full working order and will severe you well on the Battlefield.<br/><br/>However, if you refuse the offer, they will be sold to another Turkish ally, this is the FAK's last chance.<br/><br/>Sincerely,<br/>President Kemal</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Official Transmission Of The Federation Of Albania And Kosovo</span><br/>To: Relublic of Turkey<br/>From: Federation of Albania and Kosovo<br/>Encryption: Unbreakable<br/>The Federation will take all it can get. We will purchase all of these fine vehicles. As well, The Federation will come to Constantinople(Istanbul). Europe will not be controlled by some gang from Mexico. <br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">End Transmission</span></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Albanian Statement On Italy And The Terrorist Attacks In Italy<br/>No, Albania does not support these terrorists. We do not support the attacks in Italy. However, it was simply unnecessary to CRUCIFY them. Why not give them back to their home countries, to let the law sort them out, instead of this barbaric act. Does Italy think we live in roman times, where people are crucified? Well, we do not. This is the 21st century, not the 2nd. Wake up, fools. You are an empire surrounded by democracies. You will not last. Be it the sword, the people, or the fire, you will fall. Just hope that when that happens, you are spared. For the people and the fire will not be so sparing.</blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Malabo, Equatorial Guinea</span><br/>The agents sat quietly in the presidential suite. They had gained the trust of some people in the capital, leading them to believe that life under Albania would be better than the current government. In many ways, it would. They just needed more time, and more people. However, Stage One of Operation Tirane had begun. One of the agents snuck up to the president of EG, put his hands on his head, and twisted. He died almost immediately. Stage One complete. Stage Two in progress."
2515,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1175,2015-01-12T08:14:00,Republika Srpska Party,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://static.vesti.rs/slike-2/Grb-Srbije-sta-znace-stit-krst-i-ocila-za-novi-i-stari-srpski-grb.jpg""/></div><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">SERBIAN MINISTRY OF FOREIGN AFFAIRS</span></span></div><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">СРПСКО МИНИСТАРСТВО СПОЉАШНИХ ПОСЛОВА</span></span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">TO:</span> <span style=""font-style: italic"">Turkish Government</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">FROM:</span> <span style=""font-style: italic"">Serbian Prime Minister, Aleksandar Vucic</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">ENCRYPTION:</span> <span style=""color: #FF8000"">Medium</span><br/><br/>We have received your letter, I hope that every country in Europe did also. The Serbs and Turks might disagree to everything, we have the different opinions, so do the Turkish people. It came to our eyes that the Mexican Cartel is beginning to flood their devils stuff throughout Europe. There can be clashes between the Drug Cartel and European Mafias/Gangs, but ever Special Police Unit has to work together to stop this threat. I will come to Istanbul personally, and I will bring my guards with me.<br/><br/>Signed,<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Serbian Prime Minister, Aleksandar Vucic</span></blockquote>"
2516,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1175,2015-01-12T09:00:00,Licata,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Rome:</span><br/><br/>After the Terrorist attack on the Colosseum the Garrison force of Rome has been increased to twenty thousand.<br/><br/>The Vatican, now defended by a force of two thousand Italian soldiers is like a fortress, with guards and checkpoints posted every where.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Gorizia:</span><br/><br/>Gorizia. A small town on the border with Slovenia, with a population just shy of forty thousand. Peaceful, and prosperous.<br/><br/>A squad of Frateli, dressed in common Slovenian clothing cross the border into the town of Gorizia. They pose as tourists. Escorted by a senior member of the GIS they enter the town without suspicion. They carried with them three large cases.<br/><br/>They rented a room in a hotel near the center of the town with a view of the town center. They had a great view of a small farmers market that was quite popular. They settled in and unpacked two PKM's and an RPG.<br/><br/>8:00 in the afternoon. They roll down their windows and begin firing into the crowds and gunning down civilians. The local police responded with haste, but were met with a storm of bullets. Pinned, they called for support. Half an hour later three hundred soldiers arrived with a C2 Ariete. They began an assault on the hotel held by the Frateli.<br/><br/>T'was not long until the Hotel was taken and the bodies recovered. Their corpses were brought to Rome to be investigated. they all had Albanian ID cards and were Albanian citizens(falsified)."
2517,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1175,2015-01-12T12:34:00,Elepis,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><hr/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/f/fb/Emblem_of_the_President_of_Turkey.svg/400px-Emblem_of_the_President_of_Turkey.svg.png""/><br/><hr/><br/>From: Turkey<br/>To: <span style=""font-weight: bold"">FAK &amp; Serbia</span><br/>TOP SECRET</div><br/><hr/><br/><br/>Hello fellow world leaders <br/><br/>I am glad you have both agreed to come, I hope France and Germany do as well (Italy has decided to let them take over). We three have very big difference but I am certain we can be united in the common struggle against organized, murderous crime.<br/><br/>Only to FAK<br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Thank you for accepting our offer, the money has been wired to the Turkish treasury and the first weapons should arrive in FAK in the next week. The first to arrive will be the F-15s, the Cobras, then CF-5s and finally the M44s. They should all have arrived in FAK in full working order within the next weeks.</div></div></div> <br/><br/>Sincerely,<br/>Kemal Kılıçdaroğlu, President of the Republic of Turkey</blockquote>"
2518,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1175,2015-01-12T16:49:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Johnathon Bell<br/>From: Tibet<br/>Encryption: High<br/>We would appreciate it if you could train our troops. In exchange we can aid you by supplying your troops and giving you a safe place to stay.</blockquote>"
2519,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1175,2015-01-12T18:02:00,Marsisian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Elepis <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=23109446#p23109446"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><hr/><br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/f/fb/Emblem_of_the_President_of_Turkey.svg/400px-Emblem_of_the_President_of_Turkey.svg.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/><hr/><br/>From: Turkey<br/>To: <span style=""font-weight: bold"">COUNTRIES OF EUROPE</span><br/>TOP SECRET</div><br/><hr/><br/><br/>Hello fellow world leaders <br/><br/>Fine, watch as your country crumbles in to lawless anarchy. Mark my words if you give these drug barons one meter it will happen, but not in Turkey. If the drug barons lay one finger on Turkey we will hunt them down and kill them. I ask you to do the same, but if you chose to sit back in your places while your people suffer, fine, I will have no part in it. <br/><br/>If you come to Istanbul, I will help you, we will all help each other.<br/><br/>If you do not come, I no longer care, I will defend Turkey, not the rest of Europe. <br/><br/>Sincerely,<br/>Kemal Kılıçdaroğlu, President of the Republic of Turkey<br/><br/>Do you value <a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/5/52/Berlin_Montage_4.jpg/270px-Berlin_Montage_4.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">this</a>?, <a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/e/e6/CollageMadrid.jpg/250px-CollageMadrid.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">this?</a>,<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/6/62/Paris_montage.jpg/275px-Paris_montage.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">this?</a> or <a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/b/ba/Istanbul_collage_5j.jpg/300px-Istanbul_collage_5j.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">this?</a></blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To the Republic of Turkey<br/>From the Federal Republic of Germany<br/><br/>Greetings,<br/><br/>We are most eager to get rid of the cartel influence in Europe, as they have been wreaking havoc on the Americas for too long. We will kick them out of our continent.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Signed, President Ludwig Becker</span></blockquote>"
2520,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1175,2015-01-12T19:01:00,The Sanguinian Islands,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">New York</span><br/><br/>Eric Hauss was waiting in Time Square for his posse, consisting of his friends, including the Minister of Propaganda. Hauss dragged on a joint of marijuana and coughed, his score not being up to par to the high expectations he had, the air cold and the street littered with bright colored objects, a Gay Pride parade going through the area a few hours before. Hauss sniffed at the air, and unwrapped a pastrami sandwich, melted cheddar, fries inside, onions as well, and took a bite as he watched the Propaganda minister, and a few other people huddle over to Hauss with a hurried shuffle. ""Guten Tag, friend."" Hauss said to Puente.<br/><br/>""Yo, so why am I on the worst coast in the cold, instead of at home watching reruns of South Park?"" Puente asked with irritation.<br/><br/>""That video you made, 120+ million views. Impressive."" Hauss said with a genuine smile, as he was hard to impress.<br/><br/>""I got lucky this time, you know people, the number does not really matter."" Puente sneered, his stomach grumbling as he saw the sandwich.<br/><br/>""Don't be so pessimistic, hey, I got to go make sure my kids are ok, watch over there on the horizon and eat the sandwich for me."" Eric asked of Puente, running for a nearby hotel, as Puente grabbed the sandwich, and looked to the horizon as commanded, seeing a huge crowd of people with Synarchist slogans on their picket signs. 2 million here. ""Mein Gott..."" Enrique said mockingly as he checked the news on his phone. 1 million, Atlanta, 800,000 San Fransisco, 1.5 million Los Angeles, 500,000 in Berlin, the list went on and on. Enrique smiled and sat down on a bench, eating his now acquired sandwich with glee. ""The power of a silly internet thing, hope this does not end up like Occupy."""
2521,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1175,2015-01-12T19:57:00,The Greater Gambia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lagos, Nigeria</span><br/><br/>The operatives got into position around the warehouse. They had clear shots through the windows. This was the night that Karimo Sabamye was going down, or so they thought. Beza was instructed to wait outside the warehouse. About 200 AFP and Nigerian Mafia men guarded the area. Malik could tell something was up. Did they find out about Beza. As soon as Abdul's men got into position, a limo with an escort of 5 SUV's drove in. Two men jumped out of the limo, pulling Beza in.<br/><br/>""Shit, shit! Abdul, are you getting a visual of this?"" Malik said into his headset.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Banjul, The Gambia</span><br/><br/>The country was gearing up for the elections in a month. Things were not looking good for the GLP president Mboge. The people loved the reforms to education, which raising the literacy rate to 75%, powering rural communities with solar power, and employing thousands as government construction workers to work on the Gambia's many infrastructure projects. The GLP tried pushing left way too fast with legislation allowing gay marriage, no priest or imam in the country would accept it. Reforms like this caused the conservative majority to look towards other parties. The GLP would have to fight for the vote.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Turkey<br/>From: President Mboge of The Gambia<br/>Encryption: Low<br/><br/>We agree that the Cartels pose a threat to international security. While I cannot attend the meeting personally due to the upcoming election and current AFP activities, I will send a representative to voice the concerns of Africa.</blockquote>"
2522,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1175,2015-01-12T20:41:00,Marsisian,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Berlin, Germany</span></div><br/><br/>The President and Prime Minister were worried about the recent mass protests of Synarchism in Berlin. ""We don't even know what this Synarchist fad is, Mr. President. But we have to put a stop to it."" ""Indeed we do, Prime Minister. Indeed we do. Inform the general closest to the city to get two divisions of troops down here, the Bundespolizei to get a thousand policemen, and the Landespolizei to send 30 armored vehicles with SWAT teams inside. If this doesn't force them to dissipate, I don't know what will."" ""I just hope they arrive soon.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">3 hours later</span><br/><br/>By now, the 21,000 police and military men the government had asked for had arrived and encircled the Synarchist protestors, trying to halt them from spreading out into other areas of the city."
2523,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1175,2015-01-12T20:43:00,Mifan,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=23118731#p23118731"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lagos, Nigeria</span><br/><br/>The operatives got into position around the warehouse. They had clear shots through the windows. This was the night that Karimo Sabamye was going down, or so they thought. Beza was instructed to wait outside the warehouse. About 200 AFP and Nigerian Mafia men guarded the area. Malik could tell something was up. Did they find out about Beza. As soon as Abdul's men got into position, a limo with an escort of 5 SUV's drove in. Two men jumped out of the limo, pulling Beza in.<br/><br/>""Shit, shit! Abdul, are you getting a visual of this?"" Malik said into his headset.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Abdul was sitting on a rooftop a few blocks away and was looking through the scope of his sniper rifle. The rest of his men were with Malik and around the warehouse, looking at the situation. ""Yea, I see it. I knew something was up. Alright what's the plan?"" His men were waiting for commands on what to do. They pointed their AKMs at the cars, and waited for a signal on what to do."
2524,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1175,2015-01-12T20:46:00,The Sanguinian Islands,"<blockquote><div><cite>Marsisian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=23119197#p23119197"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Berlin, Germany</span></div><br/><br/>The President and Prime Minister were worried about the recent mass protests of Synarchism in Berlin. ""We don't even know what this Synarchist fad is, Mr. President. But we have to put a stop to it."" ""Indeed we do, Prime Minister. Indeed we do. Inform the general closest to the city to get two divisions of troops down here, the Bundespolizei to get a thousand policemen, and the Landespolizei to send 30 armored vehicles with SWAT teams inside. If this doesn't force them to dissipate, I don't know what will."" ""I just hope they arrive soon.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">3 hours later</span><br/><br/>By now, the 21,000 police and military men the government had asked for had arrived and encircled the Synarchist protestors, trying to halt them from spreading out into other areas of the city.</div></blockquote><br/>Protesters holding up signs saying ""Death to Japanophiles"" and ""Free the Real Germany"" marched forward peacefully, chanting a old Nazi anthem and yelling loudly. Another sign had a drawing of a fat man with piles of money and the words ""If Everyone is Equal, Why does the Jew Get Better Treatment?""<br/><br/>The protesters spotted the Police, and jeered at them, insulting them where it hurts, and throwing stones at them."
2525,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1175,2015-01-12T20:51:00,Marsisian,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Sanguinian Islands <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=23119242#p23119242"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Marsisian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=23119197#p23119197"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Berlin, Germany</span></div><br/><br/>The President and Prime Minister were worried about the recent mass protests of Synarchism in Berlin. ""We don't even know what this Synarchist fad is, Mr. President. But we have to put a stop to it."" ""Indeed we do, Prime Minister. Indeed we do. Inform the general closest to the city to get two divisions of troops down here, the Bundespolizei to get a thousand policemen, and the Landespolizei to send 30 armored vehicles with SWAT teams inside. If this doesn't force them to dissipate, I don't know what will."" ""I just hope they arrive soon.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">3 hours later</span><br/><br/>By now, the 21,000 police and military men the government had asked for had arrived and encircled the Synarchist protestors, trying to halt them from spreading out into other areas of the city.</div></blockquote><br/>Protesters holding up signs saying ""Death to Japanophiles"" and ""Free the Real Germany"" marched forward peacefully, chanting a old Nazi anthem and yelling loudly. Another sign had a drawing of a fat man with piles of money and the words ""If Everyone is Equal, Why does the Jew Get Better Treatment?""<br/><br/>The protesters spotted the Police, and jeered at them, insulting them where it hurts, and throwing stones at them.</div></blockquote><br/>The police refrained from doing anything because they knew they'd get into serious trouble if they tried to open fire or assault them. However, the soldiers shouted at them, threatened them with their weapons, and tankers threatened to shoot their coaxial machine guns at the crowd."
2526,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1175,2015-01-12T20:53:00,The Greater Gambia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Mifan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=23119216#p23119216"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=23118731#p23118731"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lagos, Nigeria</span><br/><br/>The operatives got into position around the warehouse. They had clear shots through the windows. This was the night that Karimo Sabamye was going down, or so they thought. Beza was instructed to wait outside the warehouse. About 200 AFP and Nigerian Mafia men guarded the area. Malik could tell something was up. Did they find out about Beza. As soon as Abdul's men got into position, a limo with an escort of 5 SUV's drove in. Two men jumped out of the limo, pulling Beza in.<br/><br/>""Shit, shit! Abdul, are you getting a visual of this?"" Malik said into his headset.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Abdul was sitting on a rooftop a few blocks away and was looking through the scope of his sniper rifle. The rest of his men were with Malik and around the warehouse, looking at the situation. ""Yea, I see it. I knew something was up. Alright what's the plan?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Malik motioned for his men to get moving.<br/><br/>""My men and I will get in our car and keep visual contact on them. I suggest you...""<br/><br/>Just then, 10 AFP soldiers burst through the door, lighting up the room, Lamin and two of the Egyptian special forces were caught off guard and killed.<br/><br/>""Shit, they've found our position. Our car is outside of our building. Follow them DON'T LET THEM GET AWAY!"""
2527,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1175,2015-01-12T21:00:00,Mifan,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=23119322#p23119322"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Mifan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=23119216#p23119216"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Abdul was sitting on a rooftop a few blocks away and was looking through the scope of his sniper rifle. The rest of his men were with Malik and around the warehouse, looking at the situation. ""Yea, I see it. I knew something was up. Alright what's the plan?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Malik motioned for his men to get moving.<br/><br/>""My men and I will get in our car and keep visual contact on them. I suggest you...""<br/><br/>Just then, 10 AFP soldiers burst through the door, lighting up the room, Lamin and two of the Egyptian special forces were caught off guard and killed.<br/><br/>""Shit, they've found our position. Our car is outside of our building. Follow them DON'T LET THEM GET AWAY!""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Abdul ordered for 6 of his men to go and reinforce the Gambians, while he and another solider began to run towards the car. As they approached they came under heavy fire from the AFP, with another Egyptian soldier killed. They returned fire and killed 2 of the AFP soldiers attacking. Abdul, while under fire, was able to start the car and took on of his men with him and soon hit the gas, speeding away from the battle towards, the convoy with Beza and Karimo."
2528,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1175,2015-01-12T21:05:00,Licata,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Deep beneath Rome</span><br/><br/>A secret lab built long ago during Mussolini's reign was discovered and immediately put to use. Scientists and soldiers were sent to investigate. They found a large amount of research involving the Human Genome. A scientist named Doctor Carlo read through the research quickly. These words written many years ago spoke to him and his most fanatical soul.<br/><br/>The night after he wrote a hundred page thesis going through his thoughts of finally realizing Fascism's ""New Man.""<br/><br/>Giovanni was most pleased and gave Carlo a blank check, and fifty slaves for testing....<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Southern Italy</span><br/><br/>The Overseer of Naples was arrested after a secret investigation launched not a week ago. He was found guilty of taking large amounts of funds from Naples' treasury. As a punishment and a warning to all Overseer's the man was Crucified on a hundred foot tall White cross. A swarm of birds took advantage of the free meal and attacked. The sight was most gruesome.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Italy</span><br/><br/>Another MIRV pod was launched into orbit. There are now 42 Italian warheads in space. This was most pleasing to Emperor Giovanni who ordered the Syndicate of Flight to produce a weapon to; ""seize domination in the Heavens."""
2529,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1175,2015-01-12T21:22:00,The Greater Gambia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Mifan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=23119392#p23119392"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=23119322#p23119322"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Malik motioned for his men to get moving.<br/><br/>""My men and I will get in our car and keep visual contact on them. I suggest you...""<br/><br/>Just then, 10 AFP soldiers burst through the door, lighting up the room, Lamin and two of the Egyptian special forces were caught off guard and killed.<br/><br/>""Shit, they've found our position. Our car is outside of our building. Follow them DON'T LET THEM GET AWAY!""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Abdul ordered for 6 of his men to go and reinforce the Gambians, while he and another solider began to run towards the car. As they approached they came under heavy fire from the AFP, with another Egyptian soldier killed. They returned fire and killed 2 of the AFP soldiers attacking. Abdul, while under fire, was able to start the car and took on of his men with him and soon hit the gas, speeding away from the battle towards, the convoy with Beza and Karimo.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Two men held down Beza. Karimo sat in front of him, smoking a cuban cigar.<br/><br/>""Relax, it will all be over soon."" Karimo said.<br/><br/>The convoy drove through back roads to get out of the city, they stopped in a secluded area of forest outside of Lagos, the perfect place to hide a body. Beza was pulled out of the limo and placed in the middle of the clearing. Karimo just stood their staring at him. Beza's hands were tied. A growling noise was coming from the SUV's.<br/><br/>""You know what is the most terrifying thing? Complete and utter isolation. Not just being on your own in the middle of nowhere, but the fact that no one will ever help you, the fact that no one will ever find you, the fact that you will have disappeared off of the face of the map.""<br/><br/>Karimo took another drag of his cigar. Beza tried to speak.<br/><br/>""Mr. Sabamye, I know that I have betrayed your trust, but please, you have to forgive...""<br/><br/>Karimo kicked Beza right in the face, bloodying his face and knocking him onto the ground.<br/><br/>""I'm sorry, I don't forgive people who not only sold us out the the GEATA, but also the Cartels!""<br/><br/>Karimo kicked him in his stomachs this time, making Beza scream.<br/><br/>Beza coughed up a bit of blood and struggled to say ""Cartels? I never....Spoke to the cartels.""<br/><br/>""Haven't you seen the news? Someone leaked our plans to them, they outed us on international television! Who else would have done it besides the fuck who was talking to the GEATA behind our backs!?""<br/><br/>Karimo pulled out his knife and stabbed Beza in the leg, leaving it in.<br/><br/>""You're going to pay for your crimes Beza, don't worry about your family, we'll make sure they are well taken care of.""<br/><br/>Karimo motioned for his men to open the back of the SUV's. The men came out with three hyena's, all of them howling their maniacal laughter. Karimo cut Beza's ties.<br/><br/>""You better start running.""<br/><br/>Beza tried to stand up, but he was stopped by the knife still lodged in his leg. The hyena's ripped him to shreds."
2530,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1175,2015-01-12T21:47:00,Protector Galactics,"The Krenzian Union sends 200,000 troops across the border to Tajikistan. Big traffic of military vehicles filled the highway's. Rockets, bombs fell in the border city as jets flew in taking air superiority and destroying the resistance from above ground as the ground forces pushed further in. The big push for annexation was on. shells screech across the sky and continue for 2 days straight. Another 200,000 troops invade North Korea with the same tactics.<br/><br/>""Sir! We only have supplies for 2 weeks! We must stop to get more!""<br/><br/>Yells an officer to General Shin.<br/><br/>""We only need 1 week.""<br/><br/>""But Sir the North Korean front will be a front that will take time.""<br/><br/>""But we need to try advancing. Our objective is to meet our allies South Korea and push the communist out of Asia.""<br/><br/>""Give us a flank here in Tajikistan. We have to get behind their lines. Then we surround them and pop them in here. Their capital.<br/><br/>""Will we make it if we annex it?""<br/><br/>We are not going to annex it. We are going to make it our puppet. We are annexing North Korea that has a low population and cheap land. Better yet more land to plant and farm. Now go pass these orders to our boy's at the Tajikistan front.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">Tajikistan front</span></span></span><br/>""Sir! We just received orders to cause as massive flank on to the country. We were ordered to move fast as fast as the planes drop bombs on them.""<br/><br/>Captain Yang was looking at his small force of 20 men and move out to the war torn city near the Krenzian Union's borders. The forces didn't needed to have a long mobilization as in Tibet. The Mobilization only lasted a few days. Nearby military bases claimed 20,000 men enough men to hold the city in.<br/><br/>""Orders Captain?""<br/><br/>""Lets get a move on those flanks. I want to make this as quick as possible.""<br/><br/>As the men marched towards the Tri-Borderlands they sang the Krenzian Anthem<br/><br/>""We are the free! We are the brave! We fight for the freedom of others! We stand tall! For Peace and Equality! We march on the Communist in Beijing, We fight for Liberty in Qinghai! We Stand at mercy of others! We are free! We are brave! We Deliver the freedom to others! We Stand as united commonwealth! We fear fear itself and we march on our oppressors to free others!"
2531,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1175,2015-01-12T21:52:00,Licata,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Globe</span><br/><br/>With the money wired to an anonymous account in Italy, the ""goods"" were shipped.<br/><br/>Two vessels begin their journey with what the Cartel had ordered. Their destination, the port of Cozumel. Soon the deal will be complete."
2532,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1175,2015-01-12T22:18:00,Mifan,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=23119604#p23119604"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Mifan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=23119392#p23119392"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Abdul ordered for 6 of his men to go and reinforce the Gambians, while he and another solider began to run towards the car. As they approached they came under heavy fire from the AFP, with another Egyptian soldier killed. They returned fire and killed 2 of the AFP soldiers attacking. Abdul, while under fire, was able to start the car and took on of his men with him and soon hit the gas, speeding away from the battle towards, the convoy with Beza and Karimo.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Two men held down Beza. Karimo sat in front of him, smoking a cuban cigar.<br/><br/>""Relax, it will all be over soon."" Karimo said.<br/><br/>The convoy drove through back roads to get out of the city, they stopped in a secluded area of forest outside of Lagos, the perfect place to hide a body. Beza was pulled out of the limo and placed in the middle of the clearing. Karimo just stood their staring at him. Beza's hands were tied. A growling noise was coming from the SUV's.<br/><br/>""You know what is the most terrifying thing? Complete and utter isolation. Not just being on your own in the middle of nowhere, but the fact that no one will ever help you, the fact that no one will ever find you, the fact that you will have disappeared off of the face of the map."" <br/><br/>Karimo took another drag of his cigar. Beza tried to speak.<br/><br/>""Mr. Sabamye, I know that I have betrayed your trust, but please, you have to forgive...""<br/><br/>Karimo kicked Beza right in the face, bloodying his face and knocking him onto the ground.<br/><br/>""I'm sorry, I don't forgive people who not only sold us out the the GEATA, but also the Cartels!"" <br/><br/>Karimo kicked him in his stomachs this time, making Beza scream.<br/><br/>Beza coughed up a bit of blood and struggled to say ""Cartels? I never....Spoke to the cartels.""<br/><br/>""Haven't you seen the news? Someone leaked our plans to them, they outed us on international television! Who else would have done it besides the fuck who was talking to the GEATA behind our backs!?""<br/><br/>Karimo pulled out his knife and stabbed Beza in the leg, leaving it in.<br/><br/>""You're going to pay for your crimes Beza, don't worry about your family, we'll make sure they are well taken care of.""<br/><br/>Karimo motioned for his men to open the back of the SUV's. The men came out with three hyena's, all of them howling their maniacal laughter. Karimo cut Beza's ties.<br/><br/>""You better start running.""<br/><br/>Beza tried to stand up, but he was stopped by the knife still lodged in his leg. The hyena's ripped him to shreds.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Abdul and the other soldier looked on at the scene with shock. ""Allah, protect this soul."" Abdul spoke through headset to Malik, ""Malik, we found them...Beza is dead....they killed him with Hyenas..."" Abdul was shocked, while he was used to people getting killed in brutal ways, he never thought he would see a person eaten alive by a pack of Hyenas. He waited and watched over the situation to see what would happen now."
2533,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1175,2015-01-12T22:49:00,Galter Gulcher,"<span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Morning Stroll</span></span><br/>Several hundred armed men waving French flags and carrying MAS rifles, benefits of the National Fronts government easing of gun restrictions, rallied at the border checkpoint with Monaco, the Monaco police stood just across the border but showed little want,intention or even capability to stop the marchers. They had expected this to come for a while now, an Attorney by the name of Pierre Montrouge in Southern France was calling upon a private militia to come up and annex the city state if the Army wouldn't. As the social media group got more popular, the government refused to explicitly support or condemn the group. People in Monaco meanwhile had seen this coming for a while, and meany had gone to exchange there money into Francs. It was now, early in the morning that a collection of about 100 ""Weekend Warriors"" gathered on the border point. At the strike of dawn, the men walked across the border, with the police backing up and instead of posing any threat to the invaders, simply tried to keep curios locals back. With the city nation essentially captured, the small private armys webpage announced the annexation of the city state. President Bonnet came out in front of the cameras saying<br/><br/>""We here in France are keeping a cautious eye on the developments in Monaco, as the nation of Liberty,Equality, Fraternity we acknowledge all parties positions and support a non violent plebiscite to take place for the citizens of Monaco to decide upon the issue of there independence, whatever there decision is we will support them, and even invite them into our republic if both our populations so wish.""<br/><br/>The Presidents words however were just a bunch of rattling, in reality a Gendarmerie platoon and several tanks from the 6th Light Armored Brigade were crossing the border to replace the private army that was in charge, sending them home as the Army took over things and community organizers were forced or independently started to organize a referendum."
2534,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1175,2015-01-12T23:20:00,Protector Galactics,"A Bio-container contains a small pest with an incurable disease is being moved to Tajikistan. All of the last troops is pulling out for and odd reason. Even in North Korea. A few days later the shipment arrived with The Krenzian Union completely isolated. The small shell is placed in a artillery piece and was fired. By now all of the 20,000 troops were pulled back from the fronts. Then The artillery fired there last shots. As the shell impacted the ground the unknown disease spread ed around the country like a wild fire. A person that was infected was on his way to India and many more were on there way to other countries except the Krenzian Union. Above Tibet a military aircraft drops the agent infecting the Tibetan Population. Crosswinds also took the disease towards the Hawaiian island of Maui which will soon be spread towards the america's."
2535,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1175,2015-01-12T23:42:00,Mattijana,"Message from: Republuc of Korea<br/>Message to: Krenzian Union<br/>Encryption: very high<br/><br/>If you still plan to invade the North, play your national anthem when we get hear to each other so we can avoid shooting one another.<br/>When the war finishes, you can have the North Pyongan province, the nearest to your country, as gratitude for your help."
2536,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1175,2015-01-12T23:45:00,Protector Galactics,"<blockquote><div><cite>Mattijana <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=23120568#p23120568"">wrote</a>:</cite>Message from: Republuc of Korea<br/>Message to: Krenzian Union<br/>Encryption: very high<br/><br/>If you still plan to invade the North, play your national anthem when we get hear to each other so we can avoid shooting one another.<br/>When the war finishes, you can have the North Pyongan province, the nearest to your country, as gratitude for your help.</div></blockquote><br/>To: South Korea<br/>From: Krenzian Union<br/>Encryption: Unbreakable<br/>We will. But keep North Korea and yourself closed. We have reports of a disease on the loose."
2537,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1200,2015-01-13T01:54:00,Mattijana,"<blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=23120575#p23120575"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Mattijana <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=23120568#p23120568"">wrote</a>:</cite>Message from: Republuc of Korea<br/>Message to: Krenzian Union<br/>Encryption: very high<br/><br/>If you still plan to invade the North, play your national anthem when we get hear to each other so we can avoid shooting one another.<br/>When the war finishes, you can have the North Pyongan province, the nearest to your country, as gratitude for your help.</div></blockquote><br/>To: South Korea<br/>From: Krenzian Union<br/>Encryption: Unbreakable<br/>We will. But keep North Korea and yourself closed. We have reports of a disease on the loose.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Message to: Krenzian Union<br/>Message from: Republuc of Korea<br/>Encryption: high<br/><br/>We have prohibited civilian access to regions North of Pyongyang. Our soldiers will be vigilant and pull out if NK soldiers begin to die suspiciously."
2538,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1200,2015-01-13T08:59:00,Licata,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Deep Beneath Rome:</span>The First Experiment<br/><br/>Doctor Carlo selected the strongest of the slaves assigned to him to start his project. They were to use a formula developed in 1943. Doctor Carlo was completely unaware of its effects but was sure he'd get some results. Three guards in HazMat suits escorted the slave into a cell with glass on all sides and a table in the center with straps, they strapped the slave on to the table. They'd told him that after the experiment he'd be free, this was a lie.<br/><br/>The HazMat crew left the cell and sealed it. A robot mounted to the roof armed with a vial of the experimental formula booted up after Doctor Carlo began working on his terminal. Before him was a large array of buttons and levers controlling the systems connected to the cell, including the contingency plan which will essentially release a cocktail of horrific chemical mixtures.<br/><br/>Carlo begins the experiment. The robot lowers it self and hovers the needle over the patient's arm, it then proceeded to plunge the needle into the arm and begins to inject the formula into the guinea pig. (Rolled a 4 on a D 20)<br/><br/>After the formula entered the Slave's body the slave experienced several violent seizure fits. The slave began to calm down, he chuckled and said; ""was that all?"" A wave of excruciating pain overtook him, he screamed and screamed and puss filled grows formed all over his body. He called out; ""Mother, Mother!"" T'was not long until his voice gave out and you heard nothing but his struggling.<br/><br/>The lab technician aiding Doctor Carlo reached for the contingency lever, Carlo intercepted the Technician's hand and stared into the Technician's eyes. He with deranged smile; ""To stop progress is treasonous."" The Technician pulled away and ran into the bathroom where he cried and prayed for forgiveness.<br/><br/>Carlo continued to observe and take note of his discoveries.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Palermo:</span><br/><br/>A small group of Turkish migrants have been gathering to plot protests and marches. They were Communists and were very much against the Regime of Emperor Giovanni. A group of GIS operative record their meetings and send the recording to the HQ. A raid is planned.<br/><br/>Three Days later:<br/><br/>The raid commences; The meeting is taking place in an old warehouse. 60 GIS operatives are on standby out side, a P.180 Avanti is on a orbiting flight path providing surveillance on the AO. A Augusta A129 buzzes in and fires tear gas canisters through the windows of the building. The operation has begun. The GIS operatives storm the building taking the unsuspecting Turkish group by surprise. All 13 members were arrested and are to stand trial after a brief investigation."
2539,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1200,2015-01-13T12:19:00,The Greater Gambia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Mifan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=23119991#p23119991"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=23119604#p23119604"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Two men held down Beza. Karimo sat in front of him, smoking a cuban cigar.<br/><br/>""Relax, it will all be over soon."" Karimo said.<br/><br/>The convoy drove through back roads to get out of the city, they stopped in a secluded area of forest outside of Lagos, the perfect place to hide a body. Beza was pulled out of the limo and placed in the middle of the clearing. Karimo just stood their staring at him. Beza's hands were tied. A growling noise was coming from the SUV's.<br/><br/>""You know what is the most terrifying thing? Complete and utter isolation. Not just being on your own in the middle of nowhere, but the fact that no one will ever help you, the fact that no one will ever find you, the fact that you will have disappeared off of the face of the map."" <br/><br/>Karimo took another drag of his cigar. Beza tried to speak.<br/><br/>""Mr. Sabamye, I know that I have betrayed your trust, but please, you have to forgive...""<br/><br/>Karimo kicked Beza right in the face, bloodying his face and knocking him onto the ground.<br/><br/>""I'm sorry, I don't forgive people who not only sold us out the the GEATA, but also the Cartels!"" <br/><br/>Karimo kicked him in his stomachs this time, making Beza scream.<br/><br/>Beza coughed up a bit of blood and struggled to say ""Cartels? I never....Spoke to the cartels.""<br/><br/>""Haven't you seen the news? Someone leaked our plans to them, they outed us on international television! Who else would have done it besides the fuck who was talking to the GEATA behind our backs!?""<br/><br/>Karimo pulled out his knife and stabbed Beza in the leg, leaving it in.<br/><br/>""You're going to pay for your crimes Beza, don't worry about your family, we'll make sure they are well taken care of.""<br/><br/>Karimo motioned for his men to open the back of the SUV's. The men came out with three hyena's, all of them howling their maniacal laughter. Karimo cut Beza's ties.<br/><br/>""You better start running.""<br/><br/>Beza tried to stand up, but he was stopped by the knife still lodged in his leg. The hyena's ripped him to shreds.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Abdul and the other soldier looked on at the scene with shock. ""Allah, protect this soul."" Abdul spoke through headset to Malik, ""Malik, we found them...Beza is dead....they killed him with Hyenas..."" Abdul was shocked, while he was used to people getting killed in brutal ways, he never thought he would see a person eaten alive by a pack of Hyenas. He waited and watched over the situation to see what would happen now.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Karimo ordered his men to clean up anything the hyena's missed, what little they missed anyway. One of the soldiers checked his phone and approached Karimo.<br/><br/>""Sir, we've received word from our sources in Libya. Apparently one of our hackers was trying to see if he could break Italy's great firewall. He succeeded and found out that they've sent a shipment of supplies to the cartels.""<br/><br/>""Do we know what's in the shipment?"" Karimo asked the man.<br/><br/>""Weapons, vehicles, even a few Leopolds.""<br/><br/>""Send word to our men in the north. They need to stop that ship. Preferably capture it, but if they can't, send it to the bottom of the Mediterranean. Now, is there any word on the GSAS?""<br/><br/>The man sent a text to the the soldiers at the port. Few minutes later, he got a response.<br/>""Apparently it's not just the GSAS, the Egyptians sent their hit men as well. Apparently a few of them tried to follow us."" the man said.<br/><br/>""Why didn't they tell us earlier!"" Karimo shouted. "" Everyone get your guns, they might be watching us right now.""<br/><br/>The AFP soldiers readied their weapons and watched the tree light, flashing their tactical lights to spot anyone."
2540,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1200,2015-01-13T12:40:00,Protector Galactics,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">Cargo Trade Ship heading to Mexico in the Pacific</span></span><br/><br/>The ship was on the storm carrying The Krenzian Union unfinished rail gun from 2016. Along with it was the blueprints of the hyper sonic torpedo. There was also modified stealth T-90 tanks and heavy weapons.<br/><br/>""Sir the storm is getting heavier! We need to get the rail gun below deck!""<br/>Say's one of the sailors as the ship throws him around the Cabin.<br/>""Get her below deck! She is valuable! ROGUE WAVE! Bloody hell hang on!""<br/><br/>The ship gets thrown in the wave with expectancy of no survival. But unexpectedly it made it.<br/><br/>""That was close.""<br/>Static comes in the radio of the situation in the engine room<br/><br/>""Sir We have minor leaks here but we need to stop or else it will sink us!""<br/>""What is the closets island!?""<br/>Yells the captain to the navigator.<br/>""Okinawa sir.......""<br/>""How far!?""<br/>""4 hours sir.""<br/>""Remic, how long can we last?""<br/>""6 hours at the most! I wish I can say 7 but the hole is getting bigger as we speak!""<br/>""Is there any other island nearby?""<br/>""Negative sir. Okinawa is the closets to us.""<br/>""We have to land at the Japanese side of the island. We cant let the Americans discover our weapons.""<br/>The ship went on full speed to Japanese Okinawa for their survival. The weapons were hidden under the decks of the ship."
2541,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1200,2015-01-13T13:12:00,Of The Rnclave,"<blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=23124678#p23124678"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">Cargo Trade Ship heading to Mexico in the Pacific</span></span><br/><br/>The ship was on the storm carrying The Krenzian Union unfinished rail gun from 2016. Along with it was the blueprints of the hyper sonic torpedo. There was also modified stealth T-90 tanks and heavy weapons.<br/><br/>""Sir the storm is getting heavier! We need to get the rail gun below deck!""<br/>Say's one of the sailors as the ship throws him around the Cabin.<br/>""Get her below deck! She is valuable! ROGUE WAVE! Bloody hell hang on!""<br/><br/>The ship gets thrown in the wave with expectancy of no survival. But unexpectedly it made it.<br/><br/>""That was close."" <br/>Static comes in the radio of the situation in the engine room<br/><br/>""Sir We have minor leaks here but we need to stop or else it will sink us!""<br/>""What is the closets island!?"" <br/>Yells the captain to the navigator.<br/>""Okinawa sir.......""<br/>""How far!?""<br/>""4 hours sir.""<br/>""Remic, how long can we last?"" <br/>""6 hours at the most! I wish I can say 7 but the hole is getting bigger as we speak!""<br/>""Is there any other island nearby?""<br/>""Negative sir. Okinawa is the closets to us.""<br/>""We have to land at the Japanese side of the island. We cant let the Americans discover our weapons."" <br/>The ship went on full speed to Japanese Okinawa for their survival. The weapons were hidden under the decks of the ship.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">ATLAS SECURITY FIRM- OKINAWA ADMINISTRATION BASE ONE</span></span><br/><br/>Since 2016, Japan had given more control of shipping and military defense of the island to the Americans, due to the larger focus and control in the Asian sphere. As a large cargo ship came into port, Atlas Security firm, the largest American private contractor in the pacific, deployed 20 men to go over the ship and inspect the items, maybe take some of no Marine corps officials came to check in them.<br/><br/>"" Hey you! Whatcha ya got on there? Anything we can take?"" One contractor chuckled as he brandished his Xm8, the other 19 men laughing as they scaled the stairs."
2542,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1200,2015-01-13T14:46:00,Zatak,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=23116568#p23116568"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Johnathon Bell<br/>From: Tibet<br/>Encryption: High<br/>We would appreciate it if you could train our troops. In exchange we can aid you by supplying your troops and giving you a safe place to stay.</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><dl class=""codebox""><dt>Code: <a href=""#"" onclick=""selectCode(this); return false;"">Select all</a></dt><dd><code>.....<br/><br/>Hello nation of Tibet! We hear your cries for help... If the thing they were fighting for was important enough to die for then it was also important enough for them to be thinking about it in the last minutes of their lives. That stood to reason. Life is awfully important so if you've given it away you'd ought to think with all your mind in the last moments of your life about the thing you traded it for. So did all those kids die thinking of democracy and freedom and liberty and honor and the safety of the home and the stars and stripes forever? <br/><br/>You're goddamn right they didn't.<br/><br/>They died crying in their minds like little babies. They forgot the thing they were fighting for the things they were dying for. They thought about things a man can understand. They died yearning for the face of a friend. They died whimpering for the voice of a mother a father a wife a child They died with their hearts sick for one more look at the place where they were born please god just one more look. They died moaning and sighing for life. They knew what was important They knew that life was everything and they died with screams and sobs. They died with only one thought in their minds and that was I want to live I want to live I want to live.<br/><br/>He ought to know. He was the nearest thing to a dead man on earth. e ill aid you with the same weapons given to Tasmania and the AFP and thesame training that turned Gambian rebels into the SAS killing monsters they were of course a scheduled has been posted below for your use. </code></dd></dl></blockquote><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Attachment""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Wake up - 5:00 AM to 5:05 <br/><br/>10 K Running, exercises and obstacle course - 5:06 to 5:45 <br/><br/>Showers - 5:45 to 6:00<br/><br/>First meal - 6:00 to 6:30<br/><br/>Religion session/Break - 6:30 to 6:45<br/><br/>20 K run and physical exercised - 6:45 to 7:00<br/><br/>Pankration and Hand to hand combat training - 7:00 to 8:00<br/><br/>Artillery and gun training along with a run through are amazing training course - 8:00 to 10:00<br/><br/>Squad teamwork and training exercises - 10:00 to 11:00<br/><br/>Communications and tech training - 11:00 to 12;00<br/><br/>Five on Five simulated combat - 12:00 to 1:00<br/><br/>Second meal - 1:00 to 1:30<br/><br/>Exercises - 1:30 to 2:00<br/><br/>IED Making, Survival session and studying the tactics of combat - 2:00 to 3:00<br/><br/>Gun, unarmed and artillery training - 3:00 to 5:00<br/><br/>Studying the army's of the world - 5:00 to 6:00<br/><br/>Last meal - 6:00 to 6:30<br/><br/>10 K run in full gear - 6:30 to 7:00<br/><br/>Night training (Mix of standard training but in the night) - 7:00 to 9:00<br/><br/>Midnight 30 K run in full gear along with studying fighting styles and tactics then training - 9:00 to 11:00<br/><br/>Combat simulation (Night) - 11:00 to 12:00 <br/><br/>Lights out - 12:00<br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">All meals are to meet nutrition Values any man late for exercises will be dealt in the standard manor!</span></div></div></div>"
2543,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1200,2015-01-13T16:05:00,Protector Galactics,"<blockquote><div><cite>Of The Rnclave <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=23125043#p23125043"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=23124678#p23124678"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">Cargo Trade Ship heading to Mexico in the Pacific</span></span><br/><br/>The ship was on the storm carrying The Krenzian Union unfinished rail gun from 2016. Along with it was the blueprints of the hyper sonic torpedo. There was also modified stealth T-90 tanks and heavy weapons.<br/><br/>""Sir the storm is getting heavier! We need to get the rail gun below deck!""<br/>Say's one of the sailors as the ship throws him around the Cabin.<br/>""Get her below deck! She is valuable! ROGUE WAVE! Bloody hell hang on!""<br/><br/>The ship gets thrown in the wave with expectancy of no survival. But unexpectedly it made it.<br/><br/>""That was close."" <br/>Static comes in the radio of the situation in the engine room<br/><br/>""Sir We have minor leaks here but we need to stop or else it will sink us!""<br/>""What is the closets island!?"" <br/>Yells the captain to the navigator.<br/>""Okinawa sir.......""<br/>""How far!?""<br/>""4 hours sir.""<br/>""Remic, how long can we last?"" <br/>""6 hours at the most! I wish I can say 7 but the hole is getting bigger as we speak!""<br/>""Is there any other island nearby?""<br/>""Negative sir. Okinawa is the closets to us.""<br/>""We have to land at the Japanese side of the island. We cant let the Americans discover our weapons."" <br/>The ship went on full speed to Japanese Okinawa for their survival. The weapons were hidden under the decks of the ship.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">ATLAS SECURITY FIRM- OKINAWA ADMINISTRATION BASE ONE</span></span><br/><br/>Since 2016, Japan had given more control of shipping and military defense of the island to the Americans, due to the larger focus and control in the Asian sphere. As a large cargo ship came into port, Atlas Security firm, the largest American private contractor in the pacific, deployed 20 men to go over the ship and inspect the items, maybe take some of no Marine corps officials came to check in them.<br/><br/>"" Hey you! Whatcha ya got on there? Anything we can take?"" One contractor chuckled as he brandished his Xm8, the other 19 men laughing as they scaled the stairs.</div></blockquote><br/>The captain and the first officer was the only one who knew about the weapons. The rest of the crew thought it was simply trade.<br/><br/>""Nothing but steel and bamboo! We need help we have a major hole in our engine compartment.""<br/><br/>Yells one of the sailors back at the guards.<br/><br/>Inside the cargo compartment. The rail gun was in pieces which made it looked like aircraft parts. Most of the rail gun was made of aircraft engines and other components. The Torpedo blue prints were with the captain in his quarters inside a secret compartment. The tanks were in hidden in secret crates that had a clear sign that said ""Warning Open Radiation"" After the storm the depleted Uranium spilled inside the container with a deadly level of radiation. Lucky enough the crates were built to hold in the radiation and disguised as nuclear generators. The weapons were stored in the mess hall of the ship hidden under the floor board."
2544,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1200,2015-01-13T16:26:00,Of The Rnclave,"<blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=23127311#p23127311"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Of The Rnclave <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=23125043#p23125043"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">ATLAS SECURITY FIRM- OKINAWA ADMINISTRATION BASE ONE</span></span><br/><br/>Since 2016, Japan had given more control of shipping and military defense of the island to the Americans, due to the larger focus and control in the Asian sphere. As a large cargo ship came into port, Atlas Security firm, the largest American private contractor in the pacific, deployed 20 men to go over the ship and inspect the items, maybe take some of no Marine corps officials came to check in them.<br/><br/>"" Hey you! Whatcha ya got on there? Anything we can take?"" One contractor chuckled as he brandished his Xm8, the other 19 men laughing as they scaled the stairs.</div></blockquote><br/>The captain and the first officer was the only one who knew about the weapons. The rest of the crew thought it was simply trade.<br/><br/>""Nothing but steel and bamboo! We need help we have a major hole in our engine compartment.""<br/><br/>Yells one of the sailors back at the guards.<br/><br/>Inside the cargo compartment. The rail gun was in pieces which made it looked like aircraft parts. Most of the rail gun was made of aircraft engines and other components. The Torpedo blue prints were with the captain in his quarters inside a secret compartment. The tanks were in hidden in secret crates that had a clear sign that said ""Warning Open Radiation"" After the storm the depleted Uranium spilled inside the container with a deadly level of radiation. Lucky enough the crates were built to hold in the radiation and disguised as nuclear generators. The weapons were stored in the mess hall of the ship hidden under the floor board.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The PMC called in on his radio, requesting a 40 man back up team, which arrived several minutes later as they charted with the sailors.<br/><br/>The leading PMC gently ascended the stairs, grabbing the captain and throwing him down as the others began butt stroking the others, knocking them down and or brutally beating them in the process.<br/><br/>As he ground his boot into the captains back, he leaned down, keeping his rifle leveled. "" Ya see here captain, your from the Krenzian Union, and we don't treat them well here. So I'm afraid your under arrest asshole, not on your feet ya squint."" He hissed, dragging the captain to his feet and shoving him roughly down the connecting stairs as they captured the men. Turning to his 35 remaining counterparts, he shouted "" A USMC engineering team will be here soon, spiff the place up a bit, there's blood on the deck."" He said laughing similarly to a donkey as he roughly dragged the captain and his crew away."
2545,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1200,2015-01-13T17:58:00,Pimps Inc,"<blockquote><div><cite>Of The Rnclave <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=23127602#p23127602"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=23127311#p23127311"">wrote</a>:</cite>The captain and the first officer was the only one who knew about the weapons. The rest of the crew thought it was simply trade.<br/><br/>""Nothing but steel and bamboo! We need help we have a major hole in our engine compartment.""<br/><br/>Yells one of the sailors back at the guards.<br/><br/>Inside the cargo compartment. The rail gun was in pieces which made it looked like aircraft parts. Most of the rail gun was made of aircraft engines and other components. The Torpedo blue prints were with the captain in his quarters inside a secret compartment. The tanks were in hidden in secret crates that had a clear sign that said ""Warning Open Radiation"" After the storm the depleted Uranium spilled inside the container with a deadly level of radiation. Lucky enough the crates were built to hold in the radiation and disguised as nuclear generators. The weapons were stored in the mess hall of the ship hidden under the floor board.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The PMC called in on his radio, requesting a 40 man back up team, which arrived several minutes later as they charted with the sailors.<br/><br/>The leading PMC gently ascended the stairs, grabbing the captain and throwing him down as the others began butt stroking the others, knocking them down and or brutally beating them in the process.<br/><br/>As he ground his boot into the captains back, he leaned down, keeping his rifle leveled. "" Ya see here captain, your from the Krenzian Union, and we don't treat them well here. So I'm afraid your under arrest asshole, not on your feet ya squint."" He hissed, dragging the captain to his feet and shoving him roughly down the connecting stairs as they captured the men. Turning to his 35 remaining counterparts, he shouted "" A USMC engineering team will be here soon, spiff the place up a bit, there's blood on the deck."" He said laughing similarly to a donkey as he roughly dragged the captain and his crew away.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Oh?OOOOR you could go diddle yourself. You have no business here you, useless pricks.Go overthrow a government in Africa, this is a civilized nation here.""<br/>The captain got ready to whip out his knife hidden in a strap by his foot,hidden by his clothes.<br/><br/>Meanwhile,a silent alarm sounded in the small makeshift barracks for the guards.Numbering at 25,they reached the armory and gunned up.Using assault rifles,wearing combat armor,and receiving support from 10 other non-military crew members which were armed with pistols,they took up hidden positions around the ship.One group readied flashbangs."
2546,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1200,2015-01-13T18:42:00,The Greater Gambia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Mediterranean Sea, 50 Km from the Gibraltar strait </span><br/><br/>30 soldiers of the AFP moved in on the ship under the cover of darkness. The men were armed with AK74's, shotguns, machetes, and if they couldn't take the ship, C-4. As the boats, the men became silent and prepped their gear. They boarded the ship with ladders, ropes, and some grappling hooks their Somali allies had given them. The men got on board the ship and began searching for the crew. They would not take prisoners this night."
2547,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1200,2015-01-13T18:46:00,Licata,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=23129478#p23129478"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Mediterranean Sea, 50 Km from the Gibraltar strait </span><br/><br/>30 soldiers of the AFP moved in on the ship under the cover of darkness. The men were armed with AK74's, shotguns, machetes, and if they couldn't take the ship, C-4. As the boats, the men became silent and prepped their gear. They boarded the ship with ladders, ropes, and some grappling hooks their Somali allies had given them. The men got on board the ship and began searching for the crew. They would not take prisoners this night.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>A guard on deck saw the intruders. He slunk away and pulled on a Fire Alarm, that sent out a SOS automatically. He then proceeded to fire upon them with a ARX 170. With all of the commotion the Crew awoke and took to the deck along with the Syndicate guards."
2548,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1200,2015-01-13T18:52:00,Of The Rnclave,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=23128820#p23128820"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Of The Rnclave <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=23127602#p23127602"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>The PMC called in on his radio, requesting a 40 man back up team, which arrived several minutes later as they charted with the sailors.<br/><br/>The leading PMC gently ascended the stairs, grabbing the captain and throwing him down as the others began butt stroking the others, knocking them down and or brutally beating them in the process.<br/><br/>As he ground his boot into the captains back, he leaned down, keeping his rifle leveled. "" Ya see here captain, your from the Krenzian Union, and we don't treat them well here. So I'm afraid your under arrest asshole, not on your feet ya squint."" He hissed, dragging the captain to his feet and shoving him roughly down the connecting stairs as they captured the men. Turning to his 35 remaining counterparts, he shouted "" A USMC engineering team will be here soon, spiff the place up a bit, there's blood on the deck."" He said laughing similarly to a donkey as he roughly dragged the captain and his crew away.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Oh?OOOOR you could go diddle yourself. You have no business here you, useless pricks.Go overthrow a government in Africa, this is a civilized nation here.""<br/>The captain got ready to whip out his knife hidden in a strap by his foot,hidden by his clothes.<br/><br/>Meanwhile,a silent alarm sounded in the small makeshift barracks for the guards.Numbering at 25,they reached the armory and gunned up.Using assault rifles,wearing combat armor,and receiving support from 10 other non-military crew members which were armed with pistols,they took up hidden positions around the ship.One group readied flashbangs.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Seeing he captain messing around in his clothes, the PMC slammed the butt of his rifle into the base of his skull, giving another and another for good measure, reaching down he groped around in the mans clothing, pulling out a small knife form his coats pocket, presumably a knife any trader would have. But his mind, on overdrive, only saw it as a weapon. Pulling his rifle to level, he snapped two rounds into the mans back, turning, he sprayed down the prisoners behind him, automatically gaining the locals attention, who, attempting to heckle the man at first, ran inside rather quickly.<br/><br/>Clicking the mic in his helmet, he looked at his men. "" You have my order to execute, damn the consequences."" Rushing off the boat, his men hurried up to their captain, dragging helpless sailors behind them. "" Are you sure sir?"" A Private asked, his voice indicating a particularly bad smoking habit.<br/><br/>"" Absoluetly, I said execute them and get ready to search the ship, say they attacked us when the marines come, they'll believe it, frickin jarheads."" He said spitting a wad of spit into to concrete.<br/><br/>"" Go in on my mark."" The captain said a little to eagerly, shouldering his rifle."
2549,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1200,2015-01-13T19:13:00,Pimps Inc,"<blockquote><div><cite>Of The Rnclave <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=23129619#p23129619"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=23128820#p23128820"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""Oh?OOOOR you could go diddle yourself. You have no business here you, useless pricks.Go overthrow a government in Africa, this is a civilized nation here.""<br/>The captain got ready to whip out his knife hidden in a strap by his foot,hidden by his clothes.<br/><br/>Meanwhile,a silent alarm sounded in the small makeshift barracks for the guards.Numbering at 25,they reached the armory and gunned up.Using assault rifles,wearing combat armor,and receiving support from 10 other non-military crew members which were armed with pistols,they took up hidden positions around the ship.One group readied flashbangs.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Seeing he captain messing around in his clothes, the PMC slammed the butt of his rifle into the base of his skull, giving another and another for good measure, reaching down he groped around in the mans clothing, pulling out a small knife form his coats pocket, presumably a knife any trader would have. But his mind, on overdrive, only saw it as a weapon. Pulling his rifle to level, he snapped two rounds into the mans back, turning, he sprayed down the prisoners behind him, automatically gaining the locals attention, who, attempting to heckle the man at first, ran inside rather quickly.<br/><br/>Clicking the mic in his helmet, he looked at his men. "" You have my order to execute, damn the consequences."" Rushing off the boat, his men hurried up to their captain, dragging helpless sailors behind them. "" Are you sure sir?"" A Private asked, his voice indicating a particularly bad smoking habit.<br/><br/>"" Absoluetly, I said execute them and get ready to search the ship, say they attacked us when the marines come, they'll believe it, frickin jarheads."" He said spitting a wad of spit into to concrete. <br/><br/>"" Go in on my mark."" The captain said a little to eagerly, shouldering his rifle.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The 3 soldiers in the helm looked down at the sight below.<br/>""They fucking shot the cap!Those motherfuckers!""<br/>""Quiet,Xi!""The officer of the group ordered.<br/>""On my mark,Xi throws a flashbang and Zhu opens fire.I gotta contact base and tell them to send air support.The cant have this tech!""<br/><br/>Soon,they were in position.They Xi pulled the pin and threw the object,crashing through the window and hopefully blinding the enemy.Zhu released a hail of bullets unto the Yankees.Officer Song only called through the ship's radio.....<br/><br/>Meanwhile,traps were being set around the ship.Small explosives and even IEDs were set in halls and doors.The railgun parts were brought to the engine room,whose entrance was heavily defended with explosives,and began to assemble it."
2550,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1200,2015-01-13T19:39:00,The Greater Gambia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Licata <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=23129546#p23129546"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=23129478#p23129478"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Mediterranean Sea, 50 Km from the Gibraltar strait </span><br/><br/>30 soldiers of the AFP moved in on the ship under the cover of darkness. The men were armed with AK74's, shotguns, machetes, and if they couldn't take the ship, C-4. As the boats, the men became silent and prepped their gear. They boarded the ship with ladders, ropes, and some grappling hooks their Somali allies had given them. The men got on board the ship and began searching for the crew. They would not take prisoners this night.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>A guard on deck saw the intruders. He slunk away and pulled on a Fire Alarm, that sent out a SOS automatically. He then proceeded to fire upon them with a ARX 170. With all of the commotion the Crew awoke and took to the deck along with the Syndicate guards.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The leader of the AFP raiding party quickly turned around and put 5 rounds from his Kalashnikov into the guards head.<br/><br/>""Men, butcher any crew member you see! If you are captured, the Italians will show no mercy! So, WE SHALL GIVE NONE TO THEM IN KIND!""<br/><br/>Gunfire erupted all throughout the street, the AFP quickly killed most of the crew members who were only armed with wrenches and other tools. The guards, however, were another story."
2551,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1200,2015-01-13T19:52:00,Kargintina,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/7ze0dh5.png""/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">The Australian flag after the NSGA's reforms, the C stands for Canberra</span></div><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">The Proclamation of the Australian Reich</span></div><br/><br/>The Australian people have been oppressed by the Communist threat for too long. It is time to begin marking the time when we shall reclaim our lands from the wretched Communist menace to the south. The Reich is strong and will crush the Reds, and soon the Australian people will rejoice as they are united under the Great banner of the Reich!<br/><br/>The military of Australia is weak and beaten, but we will change that. Our military will be rebuilt. Canberra will be the capital again, and Sydney will be fed. Our cause is just and our will is strong! Communism has failed in this world, and soon we shall aid in wiping it out! For the Reich!</blockquote><br/>After the speech finished,<span style=""font-style: italic"">Fuhrer</span>David Greneer threw his closed fist into the air. ""Hail Reich!"". ""Hail Reich!"" yelled the speech attendees as they threw their closed fists in the air. The Australian army had brought up plans for an updated<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://vignette4.wikia.nocookie.net/metro2033/images/f/f4/Nazi_0002_M2033.jpg/revision/latest?cb=20111011235925"" rel=""nofollow"">uniform</a>and had begun building factories in Perth. The NSGA plans to launch a whole military expedition across the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Dead zone</span>or the bandit and criminal filled Outback to Canberra to try to rebuild the once great city and bring food to the starving city of Sydney."
2552,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1200,2015-01-13T20:06:00,Licata,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=23130358#p23130358"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Licata <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=23129546#p23129546"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>A guard on deck saw the intruders. He slunk away and pulled on a Fire Alarm, that sent out a SOS automatically. He then proceeded to fire upon them with a ARX 170. With all of the commotion the Crew awoke and took to the deck along with the Syndicate guards.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The leader of the AFP raiding party quickly turned around and put 5 rounds from his Kalashnikov into the guards head.<br/><br/>""Men, butcher any crew member you see! If you are captured, the Italians will show no mercy! So, WE SHALL GIVE NONE TO THEM IN KIND!"" <br/><br/> Gunfire erupted all throughout the street, the AFP quickly killed most of the crew members who were only armed with wrenches and other tools. The guards, however, were another story.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The crew heard the shots. All thirty crew members ran back down to the armory on the lower deck while the guards moved to the main deck. They engage the raiders after flash banging the deck and storming out."
2553,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1200,2015-01-13T22:48:00,Protector Galactics,"THe disease that has bin spread immediately took affect. People contaminated with it suffered uncontrollable coughing of blood and red urine. Does who has AIDs and HIV immediately started having slowingness of the heart killing them in their sleep. The virus is highly contagious as it spreads all over the continent. Those without the right medical treatment died within hours. The new Virus was called O'Cyrus. It will soon be deadlier than the Black Plaque.<br/><br/>At the North Korean front, 20,000 troops dependent on South Korean supplies were fighting the North. As ordered they played their Krenzian Military Hymn over the loud speakers. As the<a class=""postlink"" href=""https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Af4mJQEDOqM"" rel=""nofollow"">Anthem</a>played marching down the city streets. The Krenzian army gets in offensive positions as they march in a heavily fortified street with North Korean resistance strong The military had new uniforms set up for the soldiers<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://acimg.auctivacommerce.com/imgdata/0/1/9/2/4/0/webimg/2826272.jpg""/><img alt=""Image"" src=""https://s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com/236x/0d/e3/9b/0de39bb8804d88a2a3875b7d5e5ea7dc.jpg""/></div></div></div>These Uniforms gave the Krenzian army a great look. The Autarch even had a uniform of his own."
2554,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1200,2015-01-13T23:32:00,Licata,"After an hour or so of fighting the Crew had falen back to the Bridge, where they locked them selves in. With only thriteen men left, all wounded they signaled their sister ship and bid her a; ""Go on in the name of Italia."" They contacted Rome; ""Come in, Come in! This is merchant vessels 238. We've been commandeered by pirates and we lack the power to repel these dogs. We mustn't let the cargo fall into their hands. I request immediate...'Decommission'.""<br/><br/>They received a reply; ""We will worship you as heroes of Italia. Avanti!""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Orbit:</span><br/><br/>With this being an opportune moment to test their new weapons. The Italian government authorized the use of a orbital missile.<br/><br/>3<br/>2<br/>1<br/>""We have departure. Roger. Clearing launch bay. Initiating burn..... Burn Complete... Calculating trajectory.... Complete... Initiating Alpha burn...""<br/><br/>The missile departed it's mother pod and began it's decent to Earth.<br/><br/>""30<br/>20<br/>10<br/>5<br/>Ending Alpha burn... Decoupling... Initiating correction Burn... Initiating Beta Burn... Impact; ETA 64...30...15...3......Confirmed hit...""<br/><br/>The Crew heard a horrific screaming, so violent it destroyed the five inch thick glass windshields of the vessel. A blinding light accompanied by horrendous heat followed suit along with a great jolt. One of the crew stood and went to investigate. He looked through the destoryed window and saw a clean hole in the center of the vessel. Waster was consuming the ship rapidly. The crew man turned, drew his pistol and shot all of his comrades. He said to himself; ""No one should suffer such a fate as drowning, but I."" He fell to his knees and began praying to the Emperor for Forgiveness....<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Rome:</span><br/><br/>Emperor Giovanni has decided to legalize a great number of things to expand the freedom of the Italian people and to destroy what little crime is left.<br/><br/>All narcotics are hereby legal. They may be sold and produced under the protection and regulation of the Syndicate of Health. Licenses are required.<br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Syndicate of Flight HQ:</span><br/><br/>With the Chinese anti-satellite missile designs received the Syndicate of Flight immediately put them into production. Forty were ordered. They began applying their own knowledge to the design, in a month they will have their first experiment."
2555,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1200,2015-01-14T09:40:00,Elepis,"The area around the Municipal House in the Şehzadebaşı area, Istanbul, had been completely isolated from the rest of the city. The GGC (Gendarmerie) had set up road blocks on the roads leading to the marble tilled square the building was in the center of. The Presidential Guard had changed from their ceremonial blue and white uniforms in to full combat uniforms (including combat helmets and body armour). Maroon Beret snipers had taken up positions in the offices around the building (the government employees had been given the week off) and on the roofs of buildings in the general area of the conference, SAM batteries and anti-aircraft guns had been placed on as many flat roof's as possible.<br/><br/>Inside the building, the president awaited the delegates. He sat at a large glass table on the top floor of the building (so, in case of an emergency they could easily reach the UH-60 Black Hawk on the roof (armed and ready with miniguns). At the entrance to the room and in the four corns, Presidential guard stood ready, armed with TAR-21 assault rifles and Glock 19 pistols (with the safety on). The building was the safest and most heavily guarded in Europe, nothing could theoretically get in or out without the President's say so.<br/><br/>The delegates had each been booked a floor each in the four seasons hotel in Istanbul, each delegation was given a large, many roomed suit and the MiT (National Intelligence Organization) had booked up every room (which would act as home to one MiT agent each). The hotel security staff had been supplement by a large contingent of Maroon Berets as well."
2556,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1200,2015-01-14T14:08:00,Of The Rnclave,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://cfile204.uf.daum.net/image/2405DF465253A7A82FB688""/></div><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #FF0000"">Operation Dying Dragon</span></span></div><br/><br/>The large shuttle that moved people from base to base, glided gently along outside the unsuspecting Chinese station. Inside the large white shuttle, men wearing black, armed to the teeth checked their weapons a final time.<br/><br/>The recently created US Space Command had one arm that few could hope to beat. 2,000 highly trained soldiers ready to deploy to stations throughout orbit at an hours notice.<br/><br/>"" Operation Dying Dragon commences in 5 minutes, check your weapons."" The commander buzzed through the comm. Men the last time checked their Xm8's and checked oxygen levels within the black suits.<br/><br/>Outside of the large station, the US Battle Star, one of eight orbital stations armed with 30 hypersonic missiles brought it's main sight to bare on the large station. The Commander hurriedly typed away at his wrist, adjusting the path of the missiles to avoid any misfires or accident a to close to execution.<br/><br/>"" Fire."" The Engineer arming the main station swiped his key card, 4 hypersonic missiles dropping off at first before speeding away at the engine area and possible defensive areas of the large station."
2557,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1200,2015-01-14T14:21:00,Of The Rnclave,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=23129967#p23129967"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Of The Rnclave <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=23129619#p23129619"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Seeing he captain messing around in his clothes, the PMC slammed the butt of his rifle into the base of his skull, giving another and another for good measure, reaching down he groped around in the mans clothing, pulling out a small knife form his coats pocket, presumably a knife any trader would have. But his mind, on overdrive, only saw it as a weapon. Pulling his rifle to level, he snapped two rounds into the mans back, turning, he sprayed down the prisoners behind him, automatically gaining the locals attention, who, attempting to heckle the man at first, ran inside rather quickly.<br/><br/>Clicking the mic in his helmet, he looked at his men. "" You have my order to execute, damn the consequences."" Rushing off the boat, his men hurried up to their captain, dragging helpless sailors behind them. "" Are you sure sir?"" A Private asked, his voice indicating a particularly bad smoking habit.<br/><br/>"" Absoluetly, I said execute them and get ready to search the ship, say they attacked us when the marines come, they'll believe it, frickin jarheads."" He said spitting a wad of spit into to concrete. <br/><br/>"" Go in on my mark."" The captain said a little to eagerly, shouldering his rifle.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The 3 soldiers in the helm looked down at the sight below.<br/>""They fucking shot the cap!Those motherfuckers!""<br/>""Quiet,Xi!""The officer of the group ordered.<br/>""On my mark,Xi throws a flashbang and Zhu opens fire.I gotta contact base and tell them to send air support.The cant have this tech!""<br/><br/>Soon,they were in position.They Xi pulled the pin and threw the object,crashing through the window and hopefully blinding the enemy.Zhu released a hail of bullets unto the Yankees.Officer Song only called through the ship's radio.....<br/><br/>Meanwhile,traps were being set around the ship.Small explosives and even IEDs were set in halls and doors.The railgun parts were brought to the engine room,whose entrance was heavily defended with explosives,and began to assemble it.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Thirst casualties of what would surely be called the Battle of Okinawa, were the five PMCs guarding the dock, as the flash bang went off, blinding them, bullets impacted their frames, knocking them down and ending their lives rather quickly.<br/><br/>The Leader, stumbling back, blinded temporarily by the light, recovered quickly. Pulling a frag from his belt, he popped the pin and tossed it fire the deck, sprinting back down the stairs quickly, and ducking behind a cargo bin.<br/><br/>"" We have been attacked by Krenzian Union soldiers, bring in air support."" The captain yelled I to the comms as he stuck his rifle over and filled the air with shots of his own, the rest of his soldiers popping off rounds behind him at the men.<br/><br/>"" Air support, ETA 7 minutes."" The radio operator said, the contain thanking his respected deity as he fired several more volleys."
2558,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1200,2015-01-14T14:24:00,Licata,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Italy</span><br/><br/>With three Chinese anti-satellite missiles complete, the first rocket pod was launched into space. Armed with three Anti-Satellite missiles and seven decoys. The Italians can now challenge US space forces.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Coast of Libya</span><br/><br/>Five Italian subs patrol the coast of Libya. taking note of their inventory and drawing up detailed maps of their coast line."
2559,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1200,2015-01-14T15:06:00,Mifan,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=23124434#p23124434"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Mifan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=23119991#p23119991"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Abdul and the other soldier looked on at the scene with shock. ""Allah, protect this soul."" Abdul spoke through headset to Malik, ""Malik, we found them...Beza is dead....they killed him with Hyenas..."" Abdul was shocked, while he was used to people getting killed in brutal ways, he never thought he would see a person eaten alive by a pack of Hyenas. He waited and watched over the situation to see what would happen now.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Karimo ordered his men to clean up anything the hyena's missed, what little they missed anyway. One of the soldiers checked his phone and approached Karimo.<br/><br/>""Sir, we've received word from our sources in Libya. Apparently one of our hackers was trying to see if he could break Italy's great firewall. He succeeded and found out that they've sent a shipment of supplies to the cartels.""<br/><br/>""Do we know what's in the shipment?"" Karimo asked the man.<br/><br/>""Weapons, vehicles, even a few Leopolds.""<br/><br/>""Send word to our men in the north. They need to stop that ship. Preferably capture it, but if they can't, send it to the bottom of the Mediterranean. Now, is there any word on the GSAS?""<br/><br/>The man sent a text to the the soldiers at the port. Few minutes later, he got a response.<br/>""Apparently it's not just the GSAS, the Egyptians sent their hit men as well. Apparently a few of them tried to follow us."" the man said.<br/><br/>""Why didn't they tell us earlier!"" Karimo shouted. "" Everyone get your guns, they might be watching us right now.""<br/><br/>The AFP soldiers readied their weapons and watched the tree light, flashing their tactical lights to spot anyone.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Sir?"" The soldier looked at Abdul. They were outnumbered, but were in cover behind the trees. ""Malik, its Abdul, you may want to hurry with your situation, we found Karimo. We're in the forest."" he whispered in the headset. He sighed and aimed his AKM at Karimo, the soldier with him did the same, but aimed at one of the hyenas and they fired."
2560,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1200,2015-01-14T15:35:00,The Greater Gambia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Mifan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=23138721#p23138721"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=23124434#p23124434"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Karimo ordered his men to clean up anything the hyena's missed, what little they missed anyway. One of the soldiers checked his phone and approached Karimo.<br/><br/>""Sir, we've received word from our sources in Libya. Apparently one of our hackers was trying to see if he could break Italy's great firewall. He succeeded and found out that they've sent a shipment of supplies to the cartels.""<br/><br/>""Do we know what's in the shipment?"" Karimo asked the man.<br/><br/>""Weapons, vehicles, even a few Leopolds.""<br/><br/>""Send word to our men in the north. They need to stop that ship. Preferably capture it, but if they can't, send it to the bottom of the Mediterranean. Now, is there any word on the GSAS?""<br/><br/>The man sent a text to the the soldiers at the port. Few minutes later, he got a response.<br/>""Apparently it's not just the GSAS, the Egyptians sent their hit men as well. Apparently a few of them tried to follow us."" the man said.<br/><br/>""Why didn't they tell us earlier!"" Karimo shouted. "" Everyone get your guns, they might be watching us right now.""<br/><br/>The AFP soldiers readied their weapons and watched the tree light, flashing their tactical lights to spot anyone.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Sir?"" The soldier looked at Abdul. They were outnumbered, but were in cover behind the trees. ""Malik, its Abdul, you may want to hurry with your situation, we found Karimo. We're in the forest."" he whispered in the headset. He sighed and aimed his AKM at Karimo, the soldier with him did the same, but aimed at one of the hyenas and they fired.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>4 rounds went into Karimo's right arm and shoulder, ripping it off completely. As his men carried him off into one of the SUV's, the AFP lit up the jungle with gunfire. the two remaining hyena's ran towards the two Egyptians, lunging for their throats.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, the battle still raged on at the port. Malik was the last of his squad that was still alive. Alaji had been killed by grenade. Amat took a sniper round to the jugular, killing him instantly. Malik<br/><br/>WIP"
2561,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1200,2015-01-14T15:37:00,The North German Commonwealth,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Tirana, Albania, Federation of Albania and Kosovo:</span><br/>The Prime Minister was prepared to give a speech. One that would change Albanian history forever. It was decided long ago that there was no future on Earth, with a 4th Balkan War and a Third World War brewing. So, Albania decided to turn to the stars. ""People of Albania and Kosovo, of Turkey, Serbia, and Germany. This is a televised broadcast sent to all 4 of your nations. Our differences in the past are forgotten, for we all stand on he brink of war. Albania decided long ago that Earth is a list cause. So, the government set up a plan called Operation Lunarus. It is a plan that simply stated this: We must retreat to the moon. However, we soon realized that our small country can not do this alone. So, we have reached out to you. No matter our differences in the past, we must band together. For only together, together! Can we rebuild the broken human race. So, I ask the people and the governments of Germany, Serbia, and Turkey. We have all agreed to cooperate to to remove the cartels from Europe. So, I ask that we forget our roles as Albanians, as Serbs, as Germans, and as Turks. Instead, take up new roles, as members of the human race! Reach to the stars, for the future of humanity lies there!"""
2562,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1225,2015-01-14T15:39:00,Protector Galactics,"To: Italy<br/>From: The Krenzian Union<br/>Encryption: Top secret<br/>We accept your offer about building up our industry. I would also want to invite you to our alliance with Mexico, and South Korea. We can finish America's war mongering. and put an end to their threats."
2563,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1225,2015-01-14T15:49:00,Licata,"<blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=23139135#p23139135"">wrote</a>:</cite>To: Italy<br/>From: The Krenzian Union<br/>Encryption: Top secret<br/>We accept your offer about building up our industry. I would also want to invite you to our alliance with Mexico, and South Korea. We can finish America's war mongering. and put an end to their threats.</div></blockquote><br/>From: Emperor Giovanni<br/>To: Krenzian Union<br/>Encryption: None<br/><br/>I would be most pleased to expand our cooperation. I would also like to thank you on behalf of the Syndicates. We hope to see a most mutual situation form."
2564,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1225,2015-01-14T16:12:00,Marsisian,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Port Moresby<br/>New Guinea<br/></span><br/><br/>After a period of brief preparation and rest, the 33rd Infantry, now renamed the 3rd Kommando Division after being retrained to be brutally efficient killers, the division's hackers managed to disable all electronic devices in the city. Then, the Kommandos made their move. Russian-made helicopters filled with troops made a beeline for all government buildings while T-72 main battle tanks, BMP-2 IFVs, and APCs made their way through the streets of the city, preventing people from getting out of the city and spreading word of their arrival.<br/><br/>The helicopters eventually came to the Governor-General's location and Prime Minister's building, forcing them both to resign. The Kommandos stormed into the government house and held everyone at gunpoint. ""Who are you? What are you doing here?!"" The soldiers used their new knowledge of Russian and tried to fool them. ""We are from Russia. Legitimate businessmen. Now if you don't want to die, I suggest your people pay up a ransom of 10 million dollars for your survival."" ""What are you doing?! Where is the army?"" ""Your army will not save you.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Northern New Guinea</span><br/><br/>Troops of the 1st Kommando Division who was deployed in the north, wearing regular civilian clothes and brandishing Kalashnikov rifles, staged an uprising, calling themselves the Free Army of New Guinea. The civilians immediately supported this change of power as they believed that the extreme poverty of the country and economic instability could only be solved with a change of government. PNGDF forces failed to resist the uprising effectively, and by the end of the day, had retreated from the north into the south."
2565,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1225,2015-01-14T16:41:00,Pimps Inc,"<blockquote><div><cite>Of The Rnclave <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=23138067#p23138067"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=23129967#p23129967"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>The 3 soldiers in the helm looked down at the sight below.<br/>""They fucking shot the cap!Those motherfuckers!""<br/>""Quiet,Xi!""The officer of the group ordered.<br/>""On my mark,Xi throws a flashbang and Zhu opens fire.I gotta contact base and tell them to send air support.The cant have this tech!""<br/><br/>Soon,they were in position.They Xi pulled the pin and threw the object,crashing through the window and hopefully blinding the enemy.Zhu released a hail of bullets unto the Yankees.Officer Song only called through the ship's radio.....<br/><br/>Meanwhile,traps were being set around the ship.Small explosives and even IEDs were set in halls and doors.The railgun parts were brought to the engine room,whose entrance was heavily defended with explosives,and began to assemble it.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Thirst casualties of what would surely be called the Battle of Okinawa, were the five PMCs guarding the dock, as the flash bang went off, blinding them, bullets impacted their frames, knocking them down and ending their lives rather quickly.<br/><br/>The Leader, stumbling back, blinded temporarily by the light, recovered quickly. Pulling a frag from his belt, he popped the pin and tossed it fire the deck, sprinting back down the stairs quickly, and ducking behind a cargo bin.<br/><br/>"" We have been attacked by Krenzian Union soldiers, bring in air support."" The captain yelled I to the comms as he stuck his rifle over and filled the air with shots of his own, the rest of his soldiers popping off rounds behind him at the men.<br/><br/>"" Air support, ETA 7 minutes."" The radio operator said, the contain thanking his respected deity as he fired several more volleys.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Xi reloaded his QBZ-95,the barrel was turning red from heat.As he did,a small green object burst through the window,bouncing around for 2 seconds before coming to a rest next t Xi's left foot.Thinking fast,he lifted the onbject and wacked it with his rifle sending it flying through the air.When it was only 10 feet away,it exploded,sending shrapnel everywhere.One piece hit his chest,doubling him over.Xi completed reloading before unloading once again.<br/>""All you Yankees are horrible throwers!No wonder you have the worst baseball teams!""<br/>He coughed blood before continuing on.<br/>""Cap Song,seems like they're calling air support!""<br/><br/>Song cursed in Old Chinese before continuing,""I managed to get us support as well.But they'll be late.There's some anti air weapons in the cargo hold.Call the other teams and tell them to ready them.Does the boat have cameras?Nevermind,I see the panel.""<br/>Song retrieved a cassette from the camera control panel.Hopefully,evidence of the American's crimes would have been recorded.Song would have to guard it with his life.....<br/><br/><br/>In the cargo hold,teams had received word.SMAWs,PL-9s,QW-2 Vanguards,and many other weapons were brought out.Waiting for the go-ahead against the ships.One team found an old EOD suit from the Iraq War.A M249 light machine gun was also found.One soldier was given the EOD suit and the SAW machine gun.The rail gun was almost built,5 engineers and a scientist working on it."
2566,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1225,2015-01-14T17:23:00,Kargintina,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Reich-PRTV DMZ</span><br/>*Boom* an explosion rang out in the night. Alarms on both sides of the DMZ rang out, and suddenly gunfire could be heard going from both sides. No one, nor would ever know, what caused the explosion. Of course, it was a malfunction in one the landmines near the DMZ, but no human would ever know.<br/><br/>Communist soldiers began charging over the border, towards Australian machine gun nests. The Browning M2s opened fire into them, killing multiple dozen soldiers. A PRTV Type 90 came through a destroyed the machine gun nest, allowing Red forces to move further into Fascist territory. The Aussies' new black uniform helped many soldiers hide on the ground, firing from all directions into the approaching Reds. The Second Tasmanian War had begun.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Hobart, PRTV</span><br/>The Premier, just hearing of the fight along the border, quickly put into play his new idea for a uniform. It would look like<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://vignette4.wikia.nocookie.net/metro2033/images/b/bf/Red_0002_M2033.jpg/revision/latest?cb=20111012194020"" rel=""nofollow"">this</a>. The AK-101 rifle they have been using has been ordered to be mass produced for the soldiers, and more Type 90 tanks where to be made.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Perth, Australian Reich</span><br/>Hearing of the news, the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Fuhrer</span>David Greneer AICW rifle was ordered to be produced in factories normally making things like cars, and Challenger 2 tanks where also ordered t begin mass production. Like the PR, the Reich was devoted itself to the new war."
2567,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1225,2015-01-14T17:37:00,Licata,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><hr/><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-OqfldY8mBPk/TxL4v8CFNFI/AAAAAAAAHFg/FKQeQNZse5A/s1600/726px-Coat_of_arms_of_the_Kingdom_of_Italy_%25281848-1870%2529.svg.png""/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Coat of Arms of Italy<br/></span></div><br/><hr/><br/><div align=""center"">From: The Emperor Giovanni<br/><br/>To: The Scientists of the World</div><br/><hr/><br/><br/>I, Emperor of Rome and the protector of the Italian way, hereby offer an invitation to all men and women of Science to come to my nation. Study anything and everything without fear of Government intervention. See your dreams realized and your thirst for knowledge quenched. There should be no boundaries for Science. Come one, come all, and see the future be made by your hands!<br/> <br/>Sincerely,<br/>Emperor Giovanni Messe</blockquote>"
2568,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1225,2015-01-14T17:45:00,The North German Commonwealth,"<blockquote><div><cite>Marsisian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=23139491#p23139491"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Port Moresby<br/>New Guinea<br/></span><br/><br/>After a period of brief preparation and rest, the 33rd Infantry, now renamed the 3rd Kommando Division after being retrained to be brutally efficient killers, the division's hackers managed to disable all electronic devices in the city. Then, the Kommandos made their move. Russian-made helicopters filled with troops made a beeline for all government buildings while T-72 main battle tanks, BMP-2 IFVs, and APCs made their way through the streets of the city, preventing people from getting out of the city and spreading word of their arrival.<br/><br/>The helicopters eventually came to the Governor-General's location and Prime Minister's building, forcing them both to resign. The Kommandos stormed into the government house and held everyone at gunpoint. ""Who are you? What are you doing here?!"" The soldiers used their new knowledge of Russian and tried to fool them. ""We are from Russia. Legitimate businessmen. Now if you don't want to die, I suggest your people pay up a ransom of 10 million dollars for your survival."" ""What are you doing?! Where is the army?"" ""Your army will not save you.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Northern New Guinea</span><br/><br/>Troops of the 1st Kommando Division who was deployed in the north, wearing regular civilian clothes and brandishing Kalashnikov rifles, staged an uprising, calling themselves the Free Army of New Guinea. The civilians immediately supported this change of power as they believed that the extreme poverty of the country and economic instability could only be solved with a change of government. PNGDF forces failed to resist the uprising effectively, and by the end of the day, had retreated from the north into the south.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea:</span><br/>Albanian Special Forces Unit 12 stormed into a government building, executing members of the government to ensure no organized resistance rose up against the Germans. Meanwhile, The Albanian Transport Ship AFN Pristina set sail for Port Moresby, estimated to arrive in 2 weeks. Albanian leaders had set forth a plan to annex part of Papua New Guinea for Albania. Only a small portion, most likely East of Port Moresby.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Albanian Space Agency Headquarters, 3 miles Southeast of Tirana:</span><br/>""Alright people, this is it. If we can launch a Satellite into space, we can send people to space. And then, the moon. Let's go! How long until launch?"" The engineer looked at a clock. ""Let's see... Lift off in.. 5... 4... 3... 2... 1... Lift off."" The small rockets engines kicked on, launching the rocket sky bound. The control room erupted in yelling and cheering. Albania had entered the space race. Soon, they would become one of the small handful of nations to send a man into space. And soon, they would be the second nation to land a man on the moon. However, they will need help."
2569,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1225,2015-01-14T18:04:00,Licata,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><hr/><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-OqfldY8mBPk/TxL4v8CFNFI/AAAAAAAAHFg/FKQeQNZse5A/s1600/726px-Coat_of_arms_of_the_Kingdom_of_Italy_%25281848-1870%2529.svg.png""/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Coat of Arms of Italy<br/></span></div><br/><hr/><br/><div align=""center"">From: The Emperor Giovanni<br/><br/>To: The Homeless of the World</div><br/><hr/><br/><br/>I, Emperor of Rome and the protector of the Italian way, hereby offer an invitation to all men and women who've been tossed aside by their native societies to come to Italy. We will provide a jobs, a home, and a nation to call your own. It saddens me to think of those betrayed by their own. Come one, come all, and live the life one deserves! <br/><br/>-- Apply via the internet at <a class=""postlink"" href=""http://www.theitaliandream.it"" rel=""nofollow"">http://www.theitaliandream.it</a> to be put on the roster--<br/> <br/>Sincerely,<br/>Emperor Giovanni Messe</blockquote>"
2570,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1225,2015-01-14T18:15:00,Protector Galactics,"More funds started going to the sanitation project. A month ago 2.1 billions dollars were made out of trash and turned into rifles, bullets, Tanks, aluminum, new tires and, clothing. All of the trash in the streets were cleaned up. Which made the streets look clean. Houses and factories were also rebuilt. The soil was clean and untoxicated by now that fruit and other type of crops started to grow. Trade was dispatched only inside the Krenzian Union. River beds were cleaned so was the foggy river. The dirt from the river was turned into clay to rebuild houses cheap and fast. The Pollution in The Krenzian Union was the only thing left to worry about.<br/><br/>The Autarch Delayette was preparing himself for his live broadcast to the public of the Krenzian Union.<br/><br/>""Mr. Autarch sir, we are live in 5, 4, 3, 2, 1""<br/><br/>""Fellow Krenzians. We lived under the dark shadow of poverty for along time. Shadows of hunger has haunted us. We did well these last few year for showing kindness. But we need to show delight through out the Krenzian Union. We need to be clean for the sake of our health and our way of living. We need to fight our nasty habits and force them into the darkness. We have to clean up after ourselves. We can't keep this dirt around us. Help the rebirth of a new soil. We need this new habit to keep our future generations alive. At the end we will face happiness after the dark day's of destruction.<br/><br/>I also came here to announce the war in Korea. We have sent 20,000 troops to aid our allies South Korea. The North Korean people have bin living in the darkness like caged animals. They were brutally tortured made as slaves and now we fight for their freedom and welcome them into the Krenzian Union. Where they are made free.Let us help and free our brothers and neighbors lets fight! To wipe off the face of communism out of this world. This is the step that will fear communist countries of the world today. We will wipe them out of the face of this earth.<br/><br/>Also I would like announce the start of the Beijing Pact. Or our allies. We have accepted Mexico, South Korea, and Italy. We would like to show loyalty to them by allowing them to build their embassies here in Shanghai.<br/><br/>I want to remind you to stay strong oppression is about to end.""<br/>The broadcast finishes with the Krenzian anthem."
2571,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1225,2015-01-14T18:42:00,Pimps Inc,"<div align=""center"">Long Count Installation<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Sonora Desert,Sonora,Mexico</span></div><br/><br/>The installation sat in the heat of the hottest desert in North America.The giant 2 by 2 mile restricted area,bordered by a fence,guarded the compound.Though small as a weapons depot from the surface,inside it,the story was completely different.Cutting in to the earth a half a mile hole,the Long Count installation was one of the biggest and most secret.Inside,bright minds were at work.It housed Mexico's work on the Chichen Itza project.After 4 years,Mexico had managed to gather resources and built its first WMD.Currently there is onein stockpile with ICBM ready for launch against targets at a range of 6,000 miles.8.6 megatons capable of pure destruction aimed at any of Mexico's enemies.None at the moment but history had proved before how fast that could change......"
2572,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1225,2015-01-14T19:10:00,Protector Galactics,"After nearly a decade of rivalry and hatred. The Krenzian Union sent a letter of apologizes to Tibet.<br/><br/>To: Tibet<br/>From: The Krenzian Union<br/>Our rivalry might have bin strong but its what kept us alive this past decade. I want to end the rivalry because at the end it accomplishes nothing at all. The Tibetan war was mistake for the Krenzian Union as we grew wiser over time. I would like to put the hatred of our nations fall and shatter and start a new fresh era of friendship and independence.<br/>Signed, Autarch Delayette"
2573,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1225,2015-01-14T19:12:00,Marsisian,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To the Republic of Poland<br/>From the Federal Republic of Germany<br/><br/>Greetings,<br/><br/>Friends, we have lived too long in eternal animosity against each other. For too long we have been in countless wars and pointless death. We have also noticed that your economy is not the best in Europe and your recession has made you one of the poorest countries in Europe. Therefore we offer you a lucrative deal, we will pay sums of money to buy back the territory we lost in the Treaty of Versailles of 1919, jumpstarting your economy and giving the nationalists who constantly claim for war against Poland and other nations a reason to stop shouting their beliefs.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Signed, President Ludwig Becker</span></blockquote>"
2574,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1225,2015-01-14T19:27:00,Of The Rnclave,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=23139784#p23139784"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Of The Rnclave <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=23138067#p23138067"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Thirst casualties of what would surely be called the Battle of Okinawa, were the five PMCs guarding the dock, as the flash bang went off, blinding them, bullets impacted their frames, knocking them down and ending their lives rather quickly.<br/><br/>The Leader, stumbling back, blinded temporarily by the light, recovered quickly. Pulling a frag from his belt, he popped the pin and tossed it fire the deck, sprinting back down the stairs quickly, and ducking behind a cargo bin.<br/><br/>"" We have been attacked by Krenzian Union soldiers, bring in air support."" The captain yelled I to the comms as he stuck his rifle over and filled the air with shots of his own, the rest of his soldiers popping off rounds behind him at the men.<br/><br/>"" Air support, ETA 7 minutes."" The radio operator said, the contain thanking his respected deity as he fired several more volleys.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Xi reloaded his QBZ-95,the barrel was turning red from heat.As he did,a small green object burst through the window,bouncing around for 2 seconds before coming to a rest next t Xi's left foot.Thinking fast,he lifted the onbject and wacked it with his rifle sending it flying through the air.When it was only 10 feet away,it exploded,sending shrapnel everywhere.One piece hit his chest,doubling him over.Xi completed reloading before unloading once again.<br/>""All you Yankees are horrible throwers!No wonder you have the worst baseball teams!""<br/>He coughed blood before continuing on.<br/>""Cap Song,seems like they're calling air support!""<br/><br/>Song cursed in Old Chinese before continuing,""I managed to get us support as well.But they'll be late.There's some anti air weapons in the cargo hold.Call the other teams and tell them to ready them.Does the boat have cameras?Nevermind,I see the panel.""<br/>Song retrieved a cassette from the camera control panel.Hopefully,evidence of the American's crimes would have been recorded.Song would have to guard it with his life.....<br/><br/><br/>In the cargo hold,teams had received word.SMAWs,PL-9s,QW-2 Vanguards,and many other weapons were brought out.Waiting for the go-ahead against the ships.One team found an old EOD suit from the Iraq War.A M249 light machine gun was also found.One soldier was given the EOD suit and the SAW machine gun.The rail gun was almost built,5 engineers and a scientist working on it.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The captain took a bullet directly to his calf, knocking him down. One man behind him grasped him bending eh collar, dragging him back behind the shipping crate. As he shouldered his rifle once more, he sprayed several groups of rounds at the Chinese .<br/><br/>"" GOING HOT!"" A man beside him shouted, placing a tear gas canister down his launcher. Aiming it up, he fired two rounds, the canister detonating against the deck of the ship. But as he went to load the hairdo a start bullet ripped trough his throat, knocking him back, blood spraying against the leaders face.<br/><br/>A screeching noise alerted them to a drone shooting over. The drone, a stealth drone, streaked over the ship, relaxing a missile, before strafing away to read for a second shot.<br/><br/>"" Guardian angels huh?"" A marine said, having just arrived. His team if ten men had already taken up position. One man several feet away was unloading their M2 Browning, jamming the lever back, he let loose a long stream of shells at the Chinese."
2575,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1225,2015-01-14T21:11:00,Licata,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Judgment!</span><br/><br/>The 103 Communist Turkish revolutionaries that were captured not long ago have been under investigation. It has been thoroughly proven that these Communist dogs were plotting a small takeover. Fifteen RPG's were found in the residence of the leader. And so, all have been convicted of Treason. Giovanni personally ordered their crucifixion. And so, they were."
2576,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1225,2015-01-14T21:16:00,United Midwest American Front,"Then a small voice rises from the breif silence.....""Cheeika Breeika! Remove Kebab! Remove Watermelon! I can breathe! 'MURRICA!"" And at once every slav and american there began to clap as war were declared upon kebab and jamals world wide. LONG LIVE AMERICA-RUSSIA!<img alt="":)"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_smile.gif"" title=""Smile""/><img alt="":clap:"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_clap.gif"" title=""Applause""/><img alt="":clap:"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_clap.gif"" title=""Applause""/>"
2577,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1225,2015-01-14T21:56:00,Pimps Inc,"<blockquote><div><cite>Of The Rnclave <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=23142238#p23142238"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=23139784#p23139784"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Xi reloaded his QBZ-95,the barrel was turning red from heat.As he did,a small green object burst through the window,bouncing around for 2 seconds before coming to a rest next t Xi's left foot.Thinking fast,he lifted the onbject and wacked it with his rifle sending it flying through the air.When it was only 10 feet away,it exploded,sending shrapnel everywhere.One piece hit his chest,doubling him over.Xi completed reloading before unloading once again.<br/>""All you Yankees are horrible throwers!No wonder you have the worst baseball teams!""<br/>He coughed blood before continuing on.<br/>""Cap Song,seems like they're calling air support!""<br/><br/>Song cursed in Old Chinese before continuing,""I managed to get us support as well.But they'll be late.There's some anti air weapons in the cargo hold.Call the other teams and tell them to ready them.Does the boat have cameras?Nevermind,I see the panel.""<br/>Song retrieved a cassette from the camera control panel.Hopefully,evidence of the American's crimes would have been recorded.Song would have to guard it with his life.....<br/><br/><br/>In the cargo hold,teams had received word.SMAWs,PL-9s,QW-2 Vanguards,and many other weapons were brought out.Waiting for the go-ahead against the ships.One team found an old EOD suit from the Iraq War.A M249 light machine gun was also found.One soldier was given the EOD suit and the SAW machine gun.The rail gun was almost built,5 engineers and a scientist working on it.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The captain took a bullet directly to his calf, knocking him down. One man behind him grasped him bending eh collar, dragging him back behind the shipping crate. As he shouldered his rifle once more, he sprayed several groups of rounds at the Chinese .<br/><br/>"" GOING HOT!"" A man beside him shouted, placing a tear gas canister down his launcher. Aiming it up, he fired two rounds, the canister detonating against the deck of the ship. But as he went to load the hairdo a start bullet ripped trough his throat, knocking him back, blood spraying against the leaders face.<br/><br/>A screeching noise alerted them to a drone shooting over. The drone, a stealth drone, streaked over the ship, relaxing a missile, before strafing away to read for a second shot.<br/><br/>"" Guardian angels huh?"" A marine said, having just arrived. His team if ten men had already taken up position. One man several feet away was unloading their M2 Browning, jamming the lever back, he let loose a long stream of shells at the Chinese.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Xi was already dying,his vision was too blurry for him to continue firing.Zhu had been wounded in the arm and was using a pistol now.Song loaded all his weapons and readied to escape.Suddenly,an explosion rocked the entire vessel,sending pots,supplies,and soldiers stumbling.<br/>""Teams 1 and 2,looks like their air support has arrived.Get those launchers in position,our air support isnt due till 15 minutes.""<br/><br/>The ship caught fire.Yet,no one did anything for the fire system should've been able to extinguish the flames.<br/><br/>The two teams readied themselves.The EOD soldier slinged his SAW on and the door was thrown open.He sent a hurricane of 5.56×45 into the enemy lines.Two other soldiers,using him as cover,aimed their PL-8 and QW-2,waiting for the drone to return.Two more soldiers helped give covering fire alongside the EOD.The drone entered range.The QW-2 fired,sending a projectile racing at the drone at 600 meters per second......<br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""> Municipal House in the Şehzadebaşı area, Istanbul</span><br/>Two members of the Cartel waited in a rundown inn situated 4 kilometers from the meeting.With a portable rangefinder from a Cold War Era British destroyer,they had watched as the Turkish army brought it under lockdown.They had a makeshift laser microphone listening to different conversation.They waited for the other delegates to arrive."
2578,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1225,2015-01-14T22:09:00,Pimps Inc,"<blockquote><div><cite>Of The Rnclave <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=23137910#p23137910"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center"">(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://cfile204.uf.daum.net/image/2405DF465253A7A82FB688"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #FF0000"">Operation Dying Dragon</span></span></div><br/><br/>The large shuttle that moved people from base to base, glided gently along outside the unsuspecting Chinese station. Inside the large white shuttle, men wearing black, armed to the teeth checked their weapons a final time. <br/><br/>The recently created US Space Command had one arm that few could hope to beat. 2,000 highly trained soldiers ready to deploy to stations throughout orbit at an hours notice.<br/><br/>"" Operation Dying Dragon commences in 5 minutes, check your weapons."" The commander buzzed through the comm. Men the last time checked their Xm8's and checked oxygen levels within the black suits.<br/><br/>Outside of the large station, the US Battle Star, one of eight orbital stations armed with 30 hypersonic missiles brought it's main sight to bare on the large station. The Commander hurriedly typed away at his wrist, adjusting the path of the missiles to avoid any misfires or accident a to close to execution.<br/><br/>"" Fire."" The Engineer arming the main station swiped his key card, 4 hypersonic missiles dropping off at first before speeding away at the engine area and possible defensive areas of the large station.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The scientists drifted in zero g.They tested on the behavior of radiation in a ambient with no gravity.A small reactor had been placed in a pod that made up the entire station.The missiles hit,bringing the entire station on fire.The surviving few were too panicked to do much except for one.He took control of the station's propulsion module and set it to course with the Battle Star.While the large installation began its journey,cabins were depressurized killing more crew.Fires raged in the pressurized cabins.The one brave member made his way to the reactor,stopping all cooling from reaching it.By the time it went into meltdown,the station would be near the Star.Even if it was not,the explosion would wipe it out and all 2,000 men.Nothing could save China so it would bring all those it could to the last cells of Hades with it....."
2579,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1225,2015-01-14T22:16:00,Marsisian,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Istanbul</span><br/><br/>The German Prime Minister arrived in Istanbul to discuss a coalition against the cartels. However, he was paranoid that the cartels would directly be listening in on their conversation, they might have set up listening devices, or they were observing at a location far away. He was paranoid enough to also bring a platoon of troops from the 2nd Kommando Division with him to conduct a clean sweep of the area around the conference, with the permission of Turkish authorities. In his car heading to the Municipal House, Prime Minister Richter was nervous and sweating, so much that he had to use a handkerchief to wipe it.<br/><br/>Later, he arrived."
2580,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1225,2015-01-14T22:18:00,Pimps Inc,"Qemal Stafa Stadium<br/><br/><div align=""center"">[EMERGENCY BROADCAST SYSTEM IN MOTION]</div><br/><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://theworldsbestever.s3.amazonaws.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/mexican-cartel-violence.jpg""/></div><br/>*Images from the Mexican,Colombian,Argentinian,and Brazilian Drug War of the 2020s appear:shootings,corpses,burning buildings.Then picture cuts to a man wearing a mask of the Thalia Muse with decals of a flaming US/Mexican flag.*<br/><br/>*The man sighs through the nostril slits of his mask.He revolved the trigger of a .44 Magnum on his finger*<br/>""You Europeans are just so stubborn.At this time,we ask Albania to leave the coalition against us and demand that it be disbanded or there will be consequences.As a way to persuade you,I have in front of me a family of 5.German in nationality and Albanian in ethnicity.If you do not meet our demands,not only will I kill this family,including the toddler and 9 year old, but also many more.<br/><br/>*The man aims his magnum at the wife's head,a woman of in her early 30's.*<br/>""Don't make us do this.""<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 130%; line-height: 116%;"">""SANGRE O LIBERTAD!""</span></div><br/>*The man slams his hands together and the image is replaced by the Flag of Mexico and then the Cartel's flag,then a modified coat of arms of Mexico.""<br/><br/>*The Mexican anthem plays in the background of a compilation of videos and pictures taken of the Drug Wars in the Americas.*<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">War, war without quarter to any who dare<br/>to tarnish the coats of arms of the country!</span><br/>*videos of firefights between the army and cartels are shown*<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">War, war! Let the national banners<br/>be soaked in waves of blood.</span><br/>*pictures of the UN flags in front of the United Nations Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean building on fire*<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">War, war! In the mountain, in the valley,<br/>let the cannons thunder in horrid unison<br/>and may the sonorous echoes resound<br/>with cries of Union! Liberty!</span><br/>*Videos of jet fighters,artillery,and other weaponry used in the Drug Wars are shown*<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">O, Fatherland, ere your children, defenseless<br/>bend their neck beneath the yoke,<br/>may your fields be watered with blood,<br/>may their foot be printed in blood.</span><br/>*Videos of destroyed and burning European villages,fields,and forests during WW2 are shown<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">And may your temples, palaces and towers<br/>collapse with horrid clamor,</span><br/>*videos of destroyed buildings are shown*<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">and may their ruins continue on, saying:<br/>Of one thousand heroes, here the Fatherland began...........</span><br/>*a view of the Normandy American Cemetery and Memorial is shown*<br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/9/90/Coat_of_Arms_of_the_First_Mexican_Empire.svg/311px-Coat_of_Arms_of_the_First_Mexican_Empire.svg.png""/></div>"
2581,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1225,2015-01-15T00:16:00,Protector Galactics,"As more demand for consumer good spreaded inside the Krenzian Union more money flooded the government. The money was spent on employment and agriculture. The Krenzians collected enough metal junk to make over 500,000 vehicles. Even more metal was coming in. 75% of the spending in the military was cancelled Only Uniforms weapons and ammo consumed the army. In Beijing, the market was slowly increasing. The sanitation project made a huge profit to businessmen in the Krenzian Union. The consumer goods were also growing on for a high demand. The higher the demand. The more money is pouring in. In Beijing, the subways were full of people and the streets above were emptier. The pollution started to disappear. 3 Great buildings were being built in Shanghai. One was the Krenzian Financial Center. And the other was the Krenzian ""Capital House"" The Capital House was where the ministers of every division worked at. It was expected to finish construction by the end of the 2027. Police was heavily funded. They spent up 25% of all of the funds. Crime rates lowered down as more security rose.<br/><br/>Back in Korea, The marching Krenzian army was taking a small death toll of 5,000 troops. But the rough fighting between the Krenzians and the North Koreans was slowing down as they heard reports from surveillance that the South Korean army was just 20 miles south. Another 8,000 troops were deployed into North Korea to keep the winning advantage up. Street to street fighting was harsh as 12 or more Krenzian troops died in each block. The Krenzian Navy was also taking part in the war by battling North Korean naval ships in the Korean Peninsula. The Krenzian navy ships were proven far more superior than the North Korean navy."
2582,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1225,2015-01-15T00:28:00,Mattijana,"The South Koreans had the NK army pinned down in one of the valleys up in the northern provinces. There were only about 500 men left in the valley at first and shelling from SK and Krenzian forces had taken it's toll, reducing that number to at most, 300. This continued through the day, as well as attempts to bring down the sides of the valley. However, these shots had to be handled with care, as to not hit the Krenzian soldiers on the other side of the valley. There was some retaliation, but the North Koreans had a tougher time shooting steep uphill.<br/>And then at last, the guns fell silent. It was over. The few North Korean troops that remained had committed suicide in the name of their leader.<br/><br/>Back in Seoul and Park was happy with the manner her nation had won the war in. It was quick, efficient and with minimal losses. However, rumours of a deadly virus in the far North of her new territory displeased her. She opened the border as far as Hanguk, but left it closed beyond that and ordered her soldiers not to go near the dead Koreans.<br/><br/>At that moment she received a note from her secretary.<br/>""We are now in alliance with Italy and Mexico?"" She said.<br/>""It appears so"" replied the secretary.<br/>Park paused for a moment, thinking things through.<br/>""Try and stay out of Mexico, drug wars in a faraway land are not what we need, but the Italians could be quite useful, and certainly open minded"" she said.<br/>""Open minded? You haven't seen this yet"" the secretary handed Park a screen with the Albanian speech on it.<br/>""Leave then to it, if they want to send their people up there, where no person is fit to live, let them. The Italains might even grant us a European province if we're lucky."" Was the reply.<br/>""Very well"" replied the secretary, before leaving."
2583,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1225,2015-01-15T08:02:00,Protector Galactics,"In the last few day's, agriculture grew tremendously, economically and physically. Huge farms lands of wheat and other eatable plants were planted. Delayette also aided the Krenzian Union by investing his banks into it. The market started to sky rocket above the GDP of Mongolia. But the financial department didn't spend their money on anything yet. The spent the few millions of dollars on more vital items.<br/><br/>The Union open its borders to only trustful nations. The nations allowed were United Korea, Mexico, and Italy. To stop the virus from spreading into their own territory in what used to be North Korea jets flew over and sprayed the anti-virus into the cities. It only disinfected ground and dead bodies. Contact with live organism's killed it. So the disinfecting only would last for a week. Blueprints were layed out for the construction of the Krenzian Union's city of wealth. They called it ""Empire Bay"" It was located in a large bay area in the province. The city was going to be built by the beginning of the summer. 8 Large skyscrapers were going to be built. A Massive bridge with a antique style would connect the city to a small island off the bay. Bars and restaurants, thetears, casino's, and clubs would entertain the night life in Empire Bay. The city civilians would have to be extremely wealthy to live in the city. The city was built for banks and major businesses."
2584,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1225,2015-01-15T08:09:00,Licata,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Krenzian Union</span><br/><br/>The the opening of the borders to the Syndicates of Italy, a great wave of investment reached the Union. The Syndicates bought up thousands of businesses. All energy production is now under the control of the Syndicate of power. Tens of thousands of businesses were bailed out and assimilated into the Syndicates. Hundreds of banks arose within the nation, dealing specifically with the Italo Euro.<br/><br/>And so, the workers within the krenzian Union were saved. With a high minimum wage and a great deal of benefits, things were to look up. With all of this, propaganda promoting Krenzian-Italo cooperation sprung up within the factories. Soldiers of the Syndicates flew to the nation to protect the Syndicates and their investment from criminals.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Exporting Revolution- Chapter 1- ""The Man""</span><br/><br/>A man named Sanguine de Piedmont joined the GIS not three years ago. He practically talked his way to the top. He was a ruthless negotiator, and when in combat he showed no fear. This man was considered a threat by some, and a saint by many.<br/><br/>When Emperor Giovanni caught wind of him and his reputation, an Idea came to mind. An invitation was sent to the man who'd named himself; Sanguine.<br/><br/>Sanguine entered the meeting room of the Imperial Palace(Rather small). He was met with the sight of the bust of Giuseppe Garibaldi and the Emperor, looking out of a window. Without turning to address Sanguine Giovanni said; ""I'm sure you are familiar with Garibaldi, a hero of our people.""<br/><br/>Sanguine replied nervously ""Yes my liege, I study him often and look to him for guidance.""<br/><br/>""So you know of his actions, his achievements?"" said the Emperor.<br/><br/>""Yes"" replied Sanguine, ""Not a day goes by without me thinking of his greatness.""<br/><br/>""Good."" Giovanni turned and faced Sanguine. ""I have a mission for you. You see, the Italian people are greater than just our Peninsula. There are a great many of us beyond our borders. You are to change that. Go now, and expect someone to contact you soon enough. You will be serving your nation and people to the greatest of extents. """
2585,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1225,2015-01-15T08:14:00,The North German Commonwealth,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=23144015#p23144015"">wrote</a>:</cite>Qemal Stafa Stadium<br/><br/><div align=""center"">[EMERGENCY BROADCAST SYSTEM IN MOTION]</div><br/><br/><div align=""center"">(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://theworldsbestever.s3.amazonaws.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/mexican-cartel-violence.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div><br/>*Images from the Mexican,Colombian,Argentinian,and Brazilian Drug War of the 2020s appear:shootings,corpses,burning buildings.Then picture cuts to a man wearing a mask of the Thalia Muse with decals of a flaming US/Mexican flag.*<br/><br/>*The man sighs through the nostril slits of his mask.He revolved the trigger of a .44 Magnum on his finger*<br/>""You Europeans are just so stubborn.At this time,we ask Albania to leave the coalition against us and demand that it be disbanded or there will be consequences.As a way to persuade you,I have in front of me a family of 5.German in nationality and Albanian in ethnicity.If you do not meet our demands,not only will I kill this family,including the toddler and 9 year old, but also many more.<br/><br/>*The man aims his magnum at the wife's head,a woman of in her early 30's.*<br/>""Don't make us do this.""<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 130%; line-height: 116%;"">""SANGRE O LIBERTAD!""</span></div><br/>*The man slams his hands together and the image is replaced by the Flag of Mexico and then the Cartel's flag,then a modified coat of arms of Mexico.""<br/><br/>*The Mexican anthem plays in the background of a compilation of videos and pictures taken of the Drug Wars in the Americas.*<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">War, war without quarter to any who dare<br/>to tarnish the coats of arms of the country!</span><br/>*videos of firefights between the army and cartels are shown*<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">War, war! Let the national banners<br/>be soaked in waves of blood.</span><br/>*pictures of the UN flags in front of the United Nations Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean building on fire*<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">War, war! In the mountain, in the valley,<br/>let the cannons thunder in horrid unison<br/>and may the sonorous echoes resound<br/>with cries of Union! Liberty!</span><br/>*Videos of jet fighters,artillery,and other weaponry used in the Drug Wars are shown*<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">O, Fatherland, ere your children, defenseless<br/>bend their neck beneath the yoke,<br/>may your fields be watered with blood,<br/>may their foot be printed in blood.</span><br/>*Videos of destroyed and burning European villages,fields,and forests during WW2 are shown<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">And may your temples, palaces and towers<br/>collapse with horrid clamor,</span><br/>*videos of destroyed buildings are shown*<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">and may their ruins continue on, saying:<br/>Of one thousand heroes, here the Fatherland began...........</span><br/>*a view of the Normandy American Cemetery and Memorial is shown*<br/><div align=""center"">(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/9/90/Coat_of_Arms_of_the_First_Mexican_Empire.svg/311px-Coat_of_Arms_of_the_First_Mexican_Empire.svg.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div></div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Official Albanian Government Channel, Closed Broadcast</span><br/>(Albanian National Anthem Plays, Coat of Arms is shown and slowly fades away)<br/>""To Any Cartel members who may be watching, I have a proposal. You may operate out of. The. Federation. You may wreak havoc on the surrounding nations. However, you must consult with the government, and we receive 30% of all profits. The government and the police will turn a blind eye in exchange. Your turn to negotiate.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bato, Mainland Equatorial Guinea: </span><br/>""For The Fatherland! For Albania!"" The soldiers let out warcries, as they had just assisted Guinean Rebels in capturing Bato, the biggest city in the country. In Malabo, Albanian sentiments were high, but no were near the mainland. The mainland was fed up with the government, and to them The Albanians were a welcome ally. Of course, they did not accept foreign occupation, and would fight the Albanians later. However, they accepted their help. For now...<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Alotau, Papua New Guinea:</span><br/>The 3,000 Albanian Troops had arrived, and a plan of annexation had been solidified. The New Guinean Province of Milne Bay, and part of the provinces of North and Centre East of The Mula River was to become the Albanian Territory of New Kosovo. This is because most of the 3,000 strong was from Kosovo. Glory would come to The Federation. Through not diplomacy, bu by Blood and Iron!"
2586,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1225,2015-01-15T08:47:00,Republika Srpska Party,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.crwflags.com/fotw/images/r/rs)04.gif""/></div><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">REPUBLIC OF SERBIA</span></span></div><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">РЕПУБЛИКА СРБИЈА</span></span></span></div><br/><br/>The Mexican drug cartel threat is rising up in Europe, it has come to the eyes of the Commanders in the Special Brigade/Special Forces of Serbia. The Presidential elections will be cancelled until the criminal threat is over and the job of the Police, Gendarmerie, PTJ and SAJ is to stop them. Serbia has funded the Special Forces more than any other Balkan country, and earned the title as having the best Special Forces on the Balkan peninsula. The Government was mainly funding SAJ and the Gendarmerie for taking care of terrorist and criminals threats inside Serbia. Mexican Drug Cartels can try to corrupt any Police unit with blackmailing, but that ain't going to work much, since SAJ, the Gendarmerie and PTJ will track them down. One of the things that worries the Government mostly is the outbreak of gang wars between the Serbian Mafia and Mexican Drug Cartel.<br/><br/>At the AirSerbia National Airport, Prime Minister Aleksandar Vucic heads towards his personal jet, together with his personal guards who are armed with Zastava M21 Assault rifles. Vucic needs to meet the Turkish President in Istanbul to discuss about the Cartel threat and to get the SAJ in cooperation with the Turkish Gendarmerie. Serbia and Turkey are known for their people who hate each other, so are the Serbs and Albanians, but in Dark times there needs to be cooperation. Serbian people cannot forget the past of their country and what happened to it, nor they will ever accept unification between Albania and Kosovo or the loss of territory. Serbia as with the title of the best Balkan Special Forces will cooperate with the Turks, and probably with Albanians & Germans to stop the Cartels. The crime rate in Serbia has fallen, but when the Cartels begin to open a network in Serbian land it can begin to rise up."
2587,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1250,2015-01-15T10:08:00,Of The Rnclave,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=23143951#p23143951"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Of The Rnclave <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=23137910#p23137910"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center"">(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://cfile204.uf.daum.net/image/2405DF465253A7A82FB688"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #FF0000"">Operation Dying Dragon</span></span></div><br/><br/>The large shuttle that moved people from base to base, glided gently along outside the unsuspecting Chinese station. Inside the large white shuttle, men wearing black, armed to the teeth checked their weapons a final time. <br/><br/>The recently created US Space Command had one arm that few could hope to beat. 2,000 highly trained soldiers ready to deploy to stations throughout orbit at an hours notice.<br/><br/>"" Operation Dying Dragon commences in 5 minutes, check your weapons."" The commander buzzed through the comm. Men the last time checked their Xm8's and checked oxygen levels within the black suits.<br/><br/>Outside of the large station, the US Battle Star, one of eight orbital stations armed with 30 hypersonic missiles brought it's main sight to bare on the large station. The Commander hurriedly typed away at his wrist, adjusting the path of the missiles to avoid any misfires or accident a to close to execution.<br/><br/>"" Fire."" The Engineer arming the main station swiped his key card, 4 hypersonic missiles dropping off at first before speeding away at the engine area and possible defensive areas of the large station.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The scientists drifted in zero g.They tested on the behavior of radiation in a ambient with no gravity.A small reactor had been placed in a pod that made up the entire station.The missiles hit,bringing the entire station on fire.The surviving few were too panicked to do much except for one.He took control of the station's propulsion module and set it to course with the Battle Star.While the large installation began its journey,cabins were depressurized killing more crew.Fires raged in the pressurized cabins.The one brave member made his way to the reactor,stopping all cooling from reaching it.By the time it went into meltdown,the station would be near the Star.Even if it was not,the explosion would wipe it out and all 2,000 men.Nothing could save China so it would bring all those it could to the last cells of Hades with it.....</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The doors of the craft pooped open as the Space Marine exited their chambers, their propulsion packs pushing them up, as they landed, the captain ordered two men to fire their weapons at the propulsion, hopefully crippling it. The Battle Star released two more missiles, the kinetic missiles it was armed with slamming into the engines.<br/><br/>"" Secure the remianing scientisists. We've got a job to do."" The captain said, leveling his rifle as he stalked through the corridors. Ahead he saw a group of scientists in what he assumed was an engine room. "" Hey you! Stop what your doing!"" He shouted as he shot two rounds, doing the head scientist."
2588,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1250,2015-01-15T10:16:00,Of The Rnclave,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=23143869#p23143869"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Of The Rnclave <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=23142238#p23142238"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>The captain took a bullet directly to his calf, knocking him down. One man behind him grasped him bending eh collar, dragging him back behind the shipping crate. As he shouldered his rifle once more, he sprayed several groups of rounds at the Chinese .<br/><br/>"" GOING HOT!"" A man beside him shouted, placing a tear gas canister down his launcher. Aiming it up, he fired two rounds, the canister detonating against the deck of the ship. But as he went to load the hairdo a start bullet ripped trough his throat, knocking him back, blood spraying against the leaders face.<br/><br/>A screeching noise alerted them to a drone shooting over. The drone, a stealth drone, streaked over the ship, relaxing a missile, before strafing away to read for a second shot.<br/><br/>"" Guardian angels huh?"" A marine said, having just arrived. His team if ten men had already taken up position. One man several feet away was unloading their M2 Browning, jamming the lever back, he let loose a long stream of shells at the Chinese.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Xi was already dying,his vision was too blurry for him to continue firing.Zhu had been wounded in the arm and was using a pistol now.Song loaded all his weapons and readied to escape.Suddenly,an explosion rocked the entire vessel,sending pots,supplies,and soldiers stumbling.<br/>""Teams 1 and 2,looks like their air support has arrived.Get those launchers in position,our air support isnt due till 15 minutes.""<br/><br/>The ship caught fire.Yet,no one did anything for the fire system should've been able to extinguish the flames.<br/><br/>The two teams readied themselves.The EOD soldier slinged his SAW on and the door was thrown open.He sent a hurricane of 5.56×45 into the enemy lines.Two other soldiers,using him as cover,aimed their PL-8 and QW-2,waiting for the drone to return.Two more soldiers helped give covering fire alongside the EOD.The drone entered range.The QW-2 fired,sending a projectile racing at the drone at 600 meters per second......<br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""> Municipal House in the Şehzadebaşı area, Istanbul</span><br/>Two members of the Cartel waited in a rundown inn situated 4 kilometers from the meeting.With a portable rangefinder from a Cold War Era British destroyer,they had watched as the Turkish army brought it under lockdown.They had a makeshift laser microphone listening to different conversation.They waited for the other delegates to arrive.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The Marine gripped the handles of his Browning 50 hard as he sprayed a long burst of fire at the EOD man, aiming it at his chest and skull. Two Marines together lobbed several fraqs over their cover and at the soldiers.<br/><br/>"" We need to get a good shot in!"" The marine leader shouted as he called the drone in for another run, releasing two missiles before the Chinese missiles brought it down. "" SHIT! CONCENTRATE FIRE ON THOSE MEN!"" The marine captain screamed as he released several more bursts of fire at the men."
2589,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1250,2015-01-15T10:19:00,Kumbhalgarh,"Narendra Modi was at his house listening to Music. He turned on youtube, and watched KSI for a moment before going onto the web. He created a website called Clean India, Green India. In this website people could write about their problems considering polluting and trash, and Modi would try and attend to it."
2590,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1250,2015-01-15T10:23:00,Elepis,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Istanbul</span><br/><br/>The Serbian and German delegations pulled up outside the Municipal House in black, armoured range rovers. Around the square, the Presidential guards stood to attention around a red carpet leading to the front door where the President stood (they would go back to their prearranged defensive positions around the square and roads leading to it once the delegates had entered). The German President and Serbian Prime Minister stepped out of their cars and the three countries national anthems played. As they walked towards the smiling President, he wondered to himself where the FAK delegation was, he just assumed they were running late.<br/><br/>The two other leaders stopped in front of him and they shook hands ""Good morning"" said the President as they walked in to the municipal house. Once they were inside the air condition building he continued ""Thank you for coming, the Cartel threat is a major one and I am sure we can work to stop it. If you are worried about the Cartel spies, the GGC and MiT have checked the building many times and the Maroon Berets have snipers, SAM batteries and AA guns on every roof. This is now the most secure place in Europe. Anyway, I have also invited the Americans and Albanians, they should arrive soon.""<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><hr/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/f/fb/Emblem_of_the_President_of_Turkey.svg/400px-Emblem_of_the_President_of_Turkey.svg.png""/><br/><hr/><br/>From: Turkey<br/>To: <span style=""font-weight: bold"">USA</span><br/>TOP SECRET</div><br/><hr/><br/>Dear Mr President <br/><br/>Turkey is currently holding a conference in Istanbul with the Serb's, Germans and Albanian to discuss how to protect Europe from the Cartels. Now, seeing as you are Turkey's greatest ally, and a friend of all Europe, I would like America to send a representative. This will greatly help us coordinate joint anti-cartel operation and will led to their destruction outside Mexico. <br/><br/>Sincerely,<br/>Kemal Kılıçdaroğlu, President of the Republic of Turkey</blockquote>"
2591,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1250,2015-01-15T10:46:00,Republika Srpska Party,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Istanbul, Turkish Republic</span></span><br/><br/>Prime Minister Aleksandar Vucic takes a seat and says ""Good morning, Gentleman. I know most of us don't like each other, but together we can stop a threat from spreading throughout all of Europe"". He took a cappuccino and continued to talk about the Mexican Cartel threat, ""So, the Serbian Police units are on-duty 24/7 due to this threat. Our police has arrested multiple dealers lately and none of them were associated with the Cartels. My biggest worry is that if the Cartels get into Serbia, the Zemun Clan, Pink Panthers and many other criminal groups would start a gang war, or most likely, a drug war. That would bring more than just ten casualties, who knows if those idiots begin to detonate bombs into buildings, that would also kill people. The Cartels are dangerous and a major threat to every European country. To get this straight, we have an active Gendarmerie and Anti-terrorist Unit, they're both in the Special Brigade, and will be useful in the fight against cartels. The Criminal rate sank in Serbia, but due to this threat, it can rise up again. I think anyone associated with the Mexican Drug Cartels should be arrested and questioned. But first, we must know in which countries they're operating right now and where their HQ is in Europe. This is all about safety of our Civilians and our Countries, no matter which ethnicity or nationality!""."
2592,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1250,2015-01-15T10:53:00,Protector Galactics,"<span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">-Official Telegram of The Krenzian Union-</span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://t0.rbxcdn.com/8f771c459422c9e402e3dd6efabfd0d0""/><br/>To: Mexico<br/>From: The Krenzian Union<br/>Encryption: High<br/>I would like to help you in your fight in Europe. I can't do much right now but as I'm repairing I will give you my weapons from before the Tibetan war. This is for your conquest of Central America. This time I will send it by aircraft with escort fighters. I will give you 2,000 RPG's and 5,000 Assault rifles. With 4 tanks. This the best I can give you for now more supplies will reach you soon."
2593,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1250,2015-01-15T10:57:00,Elepis,"<blockquote><div><cite>Republika Srpska Party <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=23148225#p23148225"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Istanbul, Turkish Republic</span></span><br/><br/>Prime Minister Aleksandar Vucic takes a seat and says ""Good morning, Gentleman. I know most of us don't like each other, but together we can stop a threat from spreading throughout all of Europe"". He took a cappuccino and continued to talk about the Mexican Cartel threat, ""So, the Serbian Police units are on-duty 24/7 due to this threat. Our police has arrested multiple dealers lately and none of them were associated with the Cartels. My biggest worry is that if the Cartels get into Serbia, the Zemun Clan, Pink Panthers and many other criminal groups would start a gang war, or most likely, a drug war. That would bring more than just ten casualties, who knows if those idiots begin to detonate bombs into buildings, that would also kill people. The Cartels are dangerous and a major threat to every European country. To get this straight, we have an active Gendarmerie and Anti-terrorist Unit, they're both in the Special Brigade, and will be useful in the fight against cartels. The Criminal rate sank in Serbia, but due to this threat, it can rise up again. I think anyone associated with the Mexican Drug Cartels should be arrested and questioned. But first, we must know in which countries they're operating right now and where their HQ is in Europe. This is all about safety of our Civilians and our Countries, no matter which ethnicity or nationality!"".</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The room had no windows to stop laser microphones listening in (if anyone was attempting, they would only hear the talk of the guards in the corridor) and the lighting was provided by a series of laps around the room. Under their strange glare, Kemal looked through his paper while the Serbian Prime Minister was talking. ""I agree"" he said ""Even if the cartels do not try and take over our government, they will start gang wars. The Cartels show us on their broadcasts images of gangs wars in Colombia, if we are not careful, that could happen in Europe. In Turkey the GGC (Gendarmerie) and MiT(National Intelligence Organization) have begun a massive operation to root out corruption in the GNA and local government and they have been coming down on illegal gun owners. Corruption in big business, local government, the police, the armed forces and central government is now punishable by life in jail with no hope of a shortened sentence.""<br/><br/>"" However, it is all very well fighting them in our own countries, we need to have coordinated, Europe wide anti-Cartel operations to stop them gaining more power and pushing them out of their bases in Western Europe. As for their HQ, we understand they have a major base in Liverpool, UK. Most shockingly, the MiT has evidence that some member of the highest levels of UK government, including the Foreign Sectary are working for the drug lords."""
2594,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1250,2015-01-15T11:16:00,Mattijana,"The ordinary North Koreans seemed happy at having a United Korea. They now had more food and promises of industry, work and wealth. The government of Korea, now united both geographically and by name, arranged for a safe path to be cleared down the coast so that Chinese Pyongan could be connected with Seoul. The Korean building in Shanghai was expanded and converted into an embassy. The Mexican and Italian embassies in Seoul was also improved."
2595,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1250,2015-01-15T12:50:00,The North German Commonwealth,"<blockquote><div><cite>Elepis <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=23148342#p23148342"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Republika Srpska Party <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=23148225#p23148225"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Istanbul, Turkish Republic</span></span><br/><br/>Prime Minister Aleksandar Vucic takes a seat and says ""Good morning, Gentleman. I know most of us don't like each other, but together we can stop a threat from spreading throughout all of Europe"". He took a cappuccino and continued to talk about the Mexican Cartel threat, ""So, the Serbian Police units are on-duty 24/7 due to this threat. Our police has arrested multiple dealers lately and none of them were associated with the Cartels. My biggest worry is that if the Cartels get into Serbia, the Zemun Clan, Pink Panthers and many other criminal groups would start a gang war, or most likely, a drug war. That would bring more than just ten casualties, who knows if those idiots begin to detonate bombs into buildings, that would also kill people. The Cartels are dangerous and a major threat to every European country. To get this straight, we have an active Gendarmerie and Anti-terrorist Unit, they're both in the Special Brigade, and will be useful in the fight against cartels. The Criminal rate sank in Serbia, but due to this threat, it can rise up again. I think anyone associated with the Mexican Drug Cartels should be arrested and questioned. But first, we must know in which countries they're operating right now and where their HQ is in Europe. This is all about safety of our Civilians and our Countries, no matter which ethnicity or nationality!"".</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The room had no windows to stop laser microphones listening in (if anyone was attempting, they would only hear the talk of the guards in the corridor) and the lighting was provided by a series of laps around the room. Under their strange glare, Kemal looked through his paper while the Serbian Prime Minister was talking. ""I agree"" he said ""Even if the cartels do not try and take over our government, they will start gang wars. The Cartels show us on their broadcasts images of gangs wars in Colombia, if we are not careful, that could happen in Europe. In Turkey the GGC (Gendarmerie) and MiT(National Intelligence Organization) have begun a massive operation to root out corruption in the GNA and local government and they have been coming down on illegal gun owners. Corruption in big business, local government, the police, the armed forces and central government is now punishable by life in jail with no hope of a shortened sentence.""<br/><br/>"" However, it is all very well fighting them in our own countries, we need to have coordinated, Europe wide anti-Cartel operations to stop them gaining more power and pushing them out of their bases in Western Europe. As for their HQ, we understand they have a major base in Liverpool, UK. Most shockingly, the MiT has evidence that some member of the highest levels of UK government, including the Foreign Sectary are working for the drug lords.""</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Constantinople(Istanbul), Republic of Turkey</span><br/>The Prime Minister shuffled into the building, disheveled and overall looking terrible. ""Hello"" he mumbled as he walked into the room. He sat down, and immediately his head hit the table and snoring could be heard. One of his guards nudged him. ""Huh? What? Oh, right. I'm sorry I am so late, but I have been very preoccupied and I have barely slept all week. What with The Cartels holding Albanian Germans hostage and threatening to kill them if Germany and Albania don't pull out of this conference right here, and some... Other... Things going on... Elsewhere, I am wedged between the unstoppable force and the immovable object. I am in a great deal of stress."" He started to doze off, caught himself and started talking again. ""I propose an international task force. To fight the cartels. Consisting of Serbs, Albanians, Turks, and Germans. And anyone else who might join. Oh, I assume you gentleman are all aware that the cartels will most likely be listening in on this, correct? It would not be unlike them. One more thing I would like to add is the fact that I proposed a United Space Program between all here with the end goal of reaching the moon, and you have said nothing on it. At all. Even after Albania successfully launched its first satellite into space. How can you not support such a glorious cause! Imagine the prestige! Being able to say: 'My nation landed a man on the moon'! I beg of you, we must cooperate. The petty squabbles of men have intruded on our progress to long. We must unite if we are to accomplish anything of great value. Please, at least think about it."""
2596,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1250,2015-01-15T15:14:00,Elepis,"<blockquote><div><cite>The North German Commonwealth <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=23149404#p23149404"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Elepis <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=23148342#p23148342"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>The room had no windows to stop laser microphones listening in (if anyone was attempting, they would only hear the talk of the guards in the corridor) and the lighting was provided by a series of laps around the room. Under their strange glare, Kemal looked through his paper while the Serbian Prime Minister was talking. ""I agree"" he said ""Even if the cartels do not try and take over our government, they will start gang wars. The Cartels show us on their broadcasts images of gangs wars in Colombia, if we are not careful, that could happen in Europe. In Turkey the GGC (Gendarmerie) and MiT(National Intelligence Organization) have begun a massive operation to root out corruption in the GNA and local government and they have been coming down on illegal gun owners. Corruption in big business, local government, the police, the armed forces and central government is now punishable by life in jail with no hope of a shortened sentence.""<br/><br/>"" However, it is all very well fighting them in our own countries, we need to have coordinated, Europe wide anti-Cartel operations to stop them gaining more power and pushing them out of their bases in Western Europe. As for their HQ, we understand they have a major base in Liverpool, UK. Most shockingly, the MiT has evidence that some member of the highest levels of UK government, including the Foreign Sectary are working for the drug lords.""</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Constantinople(Istanbul), Republic of Turkey</span><br/>The Prime Minister shuffled into the building, disheveled and overall looking terrible. ""Hello"" he mumbled as he walked into the room. He sat down, and immediately his head hit the table and snoring could be heard. One of his guards nudged him. ""Huh? What? Oh, right. I'm sorry I am so late, but I have been very preoccupied and I have barely slept all week. What with The Cartels holding Albanian Germans hostage and threatening to kill them if Germany and Albania don't pull out of this conference right here, and some... Other... Things going on... Elsewhere, I am wedged between the unstoppable force and the immovable object. I am in a great deal of stress."" He started to doze off, caught himself and started talking again. ""I propose an international task force. To fight the cartels. Consisting of Serbs, Albanians, Turks, and Germans. And anyone else who might join. Oh, I assume you gentleman are all aware that the cartels will most likely be listening in on this, correct? It would not be unlike them. One more thing I would like to add is the fact that I proposed a United Space Program between all here with the end goal of reaching the moon, and you have said nothing on it. At all. Even after Albania successfully launched its first satellite into space. How can you not support such a glorious cause! Imagine the prestige! Being able to say: 'My nation landed a man on the moon'! I beg of you, we must cooperate. The petty squabbles of men have intruded on our progress to long. We must unite if we are to accomplish anything of great value. Please, at least think about it.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Kemal laughed slightly at the manner of the Albanian leader. Kemal had been responsible for creating the nation that sat in front of him, that made him happy, he was the king maker. When the Albanian had finished, Kemal took a sip of water and began. ""We can talk about space another time, we are here to talk about the drug lords now. Anyway, I can assure you, as long as we are in this room, there is no way they can hear us. This room is currently the safest place on the planet. As for an international task force, this is a very good idea. The Americans should be joining us and there massive power and money will help us a lot. I am sure the combined resources of our nations will be able to limit the Cartel power. This brings us to our first point of order. Where will this force be based? I will put forward Ankara. It is far away from any war zone and far away from the Cartel HQ in Liverpool. I can also personally guarantee the safety and integrity of the organization if it is based in Ankara. Are there any counter proposals?"""
2597,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1250,2015-01-15T16:34:00,Protector Galactics,"In the Krenzian Union, a small group of people gathered around and planned a fundraiser called. ""Sympathy for Tibet."" In its first day the fundraiser raised 4,000 dollars in relief funds and was shipped directly to Tibet. As weeks went by they collected more than 100,000 dollars in relief funds. The group was made up of people who had pure sympathy to Tibet after the war. Soon the fundraiser went national. Advertisements of the Blue Star Relief group was in every major city. The Alps Bank gave 3,000,000 dollars to The relief program alone. Then the 3,140,000 dollars went directly to Tibet.<br/><br/>Phantom Industries grew in employee's. 6 new factories were built with a new Maneuverable jet. The Jet had special Vector Thrust engines with light aluminum swept wings. It also had a payload of 4 missiles and a cannon capable in taking out an enemy in a few burst. The Krenzian air force were donated with 60 new jets. Phantom Industries called it: the F-87 NightStar. It passed its first test flights and were fit for service. The air force called it ""The pride of the Krenzian Air force."" Phantom Industries were selling the jet to the Krenzian Union allies.<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>To:Mexico<br/>From:Phantom Industries<br/>I would like to sell you our brand new jet fighter. This plane is highly maneuverable. And has very well speed. It has a universal fitting for any type of bomb or missile. We are selling this jet for 25 million. But if you respond to us fast enough. We will sell you this jet at just 10 million dollars. This can give the alliance a chance to win against any nation that causes harm to us.<br/>CEO, of Phantom Industries</div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>To:Italy<br/>From:Phantom Industries<br/>I would like to sell you our brand new jet fighter. This plane is highly maneuverable. And has very well speed. It has a universal fitting for any type of bomb or missile. We are selling this jet for 25 million. But if you respond to us fast enough. We will sell you this jet at just 10 million dollars. This can give the alliance a chance to win against any nation that causes harm to us.<br/>CEO, of Phantom Industries</div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>To:South Korea<br/>From:Phantom Industries<br/>I would like to sell you our brand new jet fighter. This plane is highly maneuverable. And has very well speed. It has a universal fitting for any type of bomb or missile. We are selling this jet for 25 million. But if you respond to us fast enough. We will sell you this jet at just 10 million dollars. This can give the alliance a chance to win against any nation that causes harm to us.<br/>CEO, of Phantom Industries</div></blockquote>"
2598,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1250,2015-01-15T16:37:00,Marsisian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Elepis <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=23150912#p23150912"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The North German Commonwealth <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=23149404#p23149404"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Constantinople(Istanbul), Republic of Turkey</span><br/>The Prime Minister shuffled into the building, disheveled and overall looking terrible. ""Hello"" he mumbled as he walked into the room. He sat down, and immediately his head hit the table and snoring could be heard. One of his guards nudged him. ""Huh? What? Oh, right. I'm sorry I am so late, but I have been very preoccupied and I have barely slept all week. What with The Cartels holding Albanian Germans hostage and threatening to kill them if Germany and Albania don't pull out of this conference right here, and some... Other... Things going on... Elsewhere, I am wedged between the unstoppable force and the immovable object. I am in a great deal of stress."" He started to doze off, caught himself and started talking again. ""I propose an international task force. To fight the cartels. Consisting of Serbs, Albanians, Turks, and Germans. And anyone else who might join. Oh, I assume you gentleman are all aware that the cartels will most likely be listening in on this, correct? It would not be unlike them. One more thing I would like to add is the fact that I proposed a United Space Program between all here with the end goal of reaching the moon, and you have said nothing on it. At all. Even after Albania successfully launched its first satellite into space. How can you not support such a glorious cause! Imagine the prestige! Being able to say: 'My nation landed a man on the moon'! I beg of you, we must cooperate. The petty squabbles of men have intruded on our progress to long. We must unite if we are to accomplish anything of great value. Please, at least think about it.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Kemal laughed slightly at the manner of the Albanian leader. Kemal had been responsible for creating the nation that sat in front of him, that made him happy, he was the king maker. When the Albanian had finished, Kemal took a sip of water and began. ""We can talk about space another time, we are here to talk about the drug lords now. Anyway, I can assure you, as long as we are in this room, there is no way they can hear us. This room is currently the safest place on the planet. As for an international task force, this is a very good idea. The Americans should be joining us and there massive power and money will help us a lot. I am sure the combined resources of our nations will be able to limit the Cartel power. This brings us to our first point of order. Where will this force be based? I will put forward Ankara. It is far away from any war zone and far away from the Cartel HQ in Liverpool. I can also personally guarantee the safety and integrity of the organization if it is based in Ankara. Are there any counter proposals?""</div></blockquote><br/>The German Prime Minister walked in and sat down, closely guarded by his men. ""Ankara? It is a major city in your nation. The cartels will find some way to infiltrate it. I suggest a heavily fortified and secured military base in East Prussia. You may remember it as the former Wolf's Lair in Rastenburg. Also on the topic of the hostages, I suggest we don't do anything. Their deaths will secure public support for a campaign against the cartels. Our DOGE can provide manpower against the cartels."""
2599,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1250,2015-01-15T17:03:00,Licata,"-snip-<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>To:Italy<br/>From:Phantom Industries<br/>I would like to sell you our brand new jet fighter. This plane is highly maneuverable. And has very well speed. It has a universal fitting for any type of bomb or missile. We are selling this jet for 25 million. But if you respond to us fast enough. We will sell you this jet at just 10 million dollars. This can give the alliance a chance to win against any nation that causes harm to us.<br/>CEO, of Phantom Industries</div></blockquote><br/><br/>-snip-<br/><br/>We will buy five."
2600,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1250,2015-01-15T17:16:00,Pimps Inc,"<blockquote><div><cite>Of The Rnclave <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=23147829#p23147829"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=23143951#p23143951"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>The scientists drifted in zero g.They tested on the behavior of radiation in a ambient with no gravity.A small reactor had been placed in a pod that made up the entire station.The missiles hit,bringing the entire station on fire.The surviving few were too panicked to do much except for one.He took control of the station's propulsion module and set it to course with the Battle Star.While the large installation began its journey,cabins were depressurized killing more crew.Fires raged in the pressurized cabins.The one brave member made his way to the reactor,stopping all cooling from reaching it.By the time it went into meltdown,the station would be near the Star.Even if it was not,the explosion would wipe it out and all 2,000 men.Nothing could save China so it would bring all those it could to the last cells of Hades with it.....</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The doors of the craft pooped open as the Space Marine exited their chambers, their propulsion packs pushing them up, as they landed, the captain ordered two men to fire their weapons at the propulsion, hopefully crippling it. The Battle Star released two more missiles, the kinetic missiles it was armed with slamming into the engines. <br/><br/>"" Secure the remianing scientisists. We've got a job to do."" The captain said, leveling his rifle as he stalked through the corridors. Ahead he saw a group of scientists in what he assumed was an engine room. "" Hey you! Stop what your doing!"" He shouted as he shot two rounds, doing the head scientist.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The man saw the marines enter through a near window and went into the reactor room.He paid no attention to the possibly fatal radiation and only dis activated the cooling system further.He inserted the entire reactor into overheat.The catastrophic consequences that would ensue would be seen from Earth.There a a flash of blinding light,then the wave of force hit the Battle Stars......"
2601,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1250,2015-01-15T17:24:00,Marsisian,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">New Guinea<br/>(3 weeks before Istanbul Conference)</span><br/><br/>Across the country, PNGDF troops were being pushed back by Army Kommando divisions dressed as local guerrillas, DOGE forces who pretended to be Russian terrorists, and Albanian troops who were disguised as mercenaries. For weeks, fierce combat took place as the PNGDF attempted to retreat southwards but were surrounded on all sides. The bulk of the army surrendered 2 weeks after the beginning of the takeover. Eventually the stragglers who managed to break out surrendered as well, seeing no way they could win.<br/><br/>In public, the new puppet leader, Michael Peterson, was only intended to be a part of the plan.<span style=""font-style: italic"">He signed the Treaty of Port Moresby 2weeks after the beginning, handing over all of New Guinea to Germany (with Albania getting a piece of land east of the capital) as a protectorate to ensure national security after a rigged poll.</span>Regular German forces stepped in 3 weeks after, publicly crushing the guerrillas and DOGE who just put their military clothing on in private.<br/><br/>Highlighted for people to see where I wrote it."
2602,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1250,2015-01-15T17:27:00,Pimps Inc,"<blockquote><div><cite>Of The Rnclave <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=23147906#p23147906"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=23143869#p23143869"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Xi was already dying,his vision was too blurry for him to continue firing.Zhu had been wounded in the arm and was using a pistol now.Song loaded all his weapons and readied to escape.Suddenly,an explosion rocked the entire vessel,sending pots,supplies,and soldiers stumbling.<br/>""Teams 1 and 2,looks like their air support has arrived.Get those launchers in position,our air support isnt due till 15 minutes.""<br/><br/>The ship caught fire.Yet,no one did anything for the fire system should've been able to extinguish the flames.<br/><br/>The two teams readied themselves.The EOD soldier slinged his SAW on and the door was thrown open.He sent a hurricane of 5.56×45 into the enemy lines.Two other soldiers,using him as cover,aimed their PL-8 and QW-2,waiting for the drone to return.Two more soldiers helped give covering fire alongside the EOD.The drone entered range.The QW-2 fired,sending a projectile racing at the drone at 600 meters per second......<br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""> Municipal House in the Şehzadebaşı area, Istanbul</span><br/>Two members of the Cartel waited in a rundown inn situated 4 kilometers from the meeting.With a portable rangefinder from a Cold War Era British destroyer,they had watched as the Turkish army brought it under lockdown.They had a makeshift laser microphone listening to different conversation.They waited for the other delegates to arrive.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The Marine gripped the handles of his Browning 50 hard as he sprayed a long burst of fire at the EOD man, aiming it at his chest and skull. Two Marines together lobbed several fraqs over their cover and at the soldiers. <br/><br/>"" We need to get a good shot in!"" The marine leader shouted as he called the drone in for another run, releasing two missiles before the Chinese missiles brought it down. "" SHIT! CONCENTRATE FIRE ON THOSE MEN!"" The marine captain screamed as he released several more bursts of fire at the men.</div></blockquote><br/>The EOD stumbled a few steps back before returning fire at the .50 caliber,aiming at the marine and the mounted gun,hoping to cripple it.The two soldiers lobbed one of the grenades back and another kicked the other grenade into the ocean,yet it exploded and blew he man's leg off.A bullet from the Americans silenced him.The other two returned back inside just before the drone's missile hit above them,sending metal and shrapnel in all directions.The other missile slammed into the ocean,exploded,and rocked the boat from side to side for a few moments.The men inside only retrieved more MANPADS and a .50 caliber out."
2603,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1250,2015-01-15T17:50:00,Pimps Inc,"<blockquote><div><cite>Elepis <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=23148342#p23148342"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Republika Srpska Party <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=23148225#p23148225"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Istanbul, Turkish Republic</span></span><br/><br/>Prime Minister Aleksandar Vucic takes a seat and says ""Good morning, Gentleman. I know most of us don't like each other, but together we can stop a threat from spreading throughout all of Europe"". He took a cappuccino and continued to talk about the Mexican Cartel threat, ""So, the Serbian Police units are on-duty 24/7 due to this threat. Our police has arrested multiple dealers lately and none of them were associated with the Cartels. My biggest worry is that if the Cartels get into Serbia, the Zemun Clan, Pink Panthers and many other criminal groups would start a gang war, or most likely, a drug war. That would bring more than just ten casualties, who knows if those idiots begin to detonate bombs into buildings, that would also kill people. The Cartels are dangerous and a major threat to every European country. To get this straight, we have an active Gendarmerie and Anti-terrorist Unit, they're both in the Special Brigade, and will be useful in the fight against cartels. The Criminal rate sank in Serbia, but due to this threat, it can rise up again. I think anyone associated with the Mexican Drug Cartels should be arrested and questioned. But first, we must know in which countries they're operating right now and where their HQ is in Europe. This is all about safety of our Civilians and our Countries, no matter which ethnicity or nationality!"".</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The room had no windows to stop laser microphones listening in (if anyone was attempting, they would only hear the talk of the guards in the corridor) and the lighting was provided by a series of laps around the room. Under their strange glare, Kemal looked through his paper while the Serbian Prime Minister was talking. ""I agree"" he said ""Even if the cartels do not try and take over our government, they will start gang wars. The Cartels show us on their broadcasts images of gangs wars in Colombia, if we are not careful, that could happen in Europe. In Turkey the GGC (Gendarmerie) and MiT(National Intelligence Organization) have begun a massive operation to root out corruption in the GNA and local government and they have been coming down on illegal gun owners. Corruption in big business, local government, the police, the armed forces and central government is now punishable by life in jail with no hope of a shortened sentence.""<br/><br/>"" However, it is all very well fighting them in our own countries, we need to have coordinated, Europe wide anti-Cartel operations to stop them gaining more power and pushing them out of their bases in Western Europe. As for their HQ, we understand they have a major base in Liverpool, UK. Most shockingly, the MiT has evidence that some member of the highest levels of UK government, including the Foreign Sectary are working for the drug lords.""</div></blockquote><br/>OCC:there is no way to find them guilty of corruption since they don't even turn a blind eye or anything they are like sleeper agents,acting normal until ordered otherwise.So......meta gaming!<br/><br/>IC:<br/>The men used their laser to search for the possible conversation between the diplomats.Many conversations came up but none were the diplomats.Finally,they came to a set of guards near a door which led to a room with no windows.The laser went through the nearby window.The guards were conversing apparently.<br/><br/>""What do you think they're talking bout in there?""<br/>They talked in ,which the Cartel members knew the basics,and they weren't very clear.<br/><br/>""Something about the Cartels....if you put your ear to the door,I think you can hear.""<br/><br/>The man attempted to adjust the laser to permit them to hear the conversation,but to not use.<br/><br/>""If we had been given better tech,then maybe could've listened in.Whatever.Get the rocket ready.If that's not them then at least it will make them fear us.""<br/><br/>The other man retrieved an Anza missile from Pakistan,which had been sneaked in from Greece into the port of Istanbul aboard a humanitarian aid ship.It had taken days for it to reach this Istanbul,avoiding law enforcement and costing the life of a Cartel member.There were two Anzas.He aimed at the building situated a mile away,more specifically the room with no windows.He tampered with the controls and deactivated the vehicle lock on.He fired,sending the projectile screaming at 600 m/s straight at the building,hopefully too fast for any defense to react.Then the other also fired,in case the first wasn't enough to kill them.Then,they set fire to the room,left the weapons in the next room,which belonged to a family that wasn't in it a t the time and left the inn,using an old VW bug as their escape transportation."
2604,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1250,2015-01-15T21:44:00,Protector Galactics,"The Krenzian golden age was roaring high. The city of Beijing was filled with parties day and night nearly non-stop. When parties did finish it just seem to repeat. The fashion industries bloomed up while Real Estate was roaring. The night life came to life when clubs opened in Beijing. The Movie Industry was also glooming. But heavy hatred on America came out after a movie called: Our Downfall, showed scenes of the Tibet war and America's unreasonable intervention in it. Other scenes show the Americans dropping the EMP over China causing nearly 10 years of rebuilding. The government tried to take down the movie but after the recent polls the movie stayed on the screen. The Military budget rose up to 600 million dollars. More weapons were being produced. There was even some ICBM's being produced. Last year people mostly funded the military than other organizations.<br/><br/>The Krenzian Union was filled with Hardcore working people. The anti-welfare policy made them work and run the future of the industry. More down South Farmland was another achievement. Millions of ranchers planted enough crops to feed the country 5 times in a single week. Ground and Mountain Spring water were quickly ending the drought. The Real Estate industry were successful by the beautiful homes that were being built in the new suburbs in the Krenzian Union. The fashion industry bloomed with new styles of clothing that came in. Most of the styles had an antique design to give popularity and increase the GDP level. The Krenzian people had great taste of fashion. compared to the other Asian countries.<br/><br/>The Military was slowly rearming with old pieces of metal. Tanks were also made by scrap metal but only 30% of scrap metal covered the tank. The fashion industries provided the military with the uniforms. Winter overcoats were made to match the leather uniforms. Tibetan war veterans that wanted to remain in duty were placed in the Krenzian mercenaries. The Krenzian Mercenaries were on rent for the cost of 500 Krenzians Marks a month. Private clients from all over the world kept giving good impressions on them. ICBM's began production. In case of war which the Krenzian Union doesn't want missiles were being prepared for a war.<br/><br/>By now the disease reach America. 300 Civilians in LA were infected of the virus. It soon grew bigger and bigger. Poorer Asian countries were suffering tremendously. They lacked the medical treatment causing the deaths of nearly 4,million people. The Krenzian Union sprayed anti-toxic on their allies to prevent them from getting the virus. Hospitals and Clinics were on high alert all around the Krenzian Union. People were more cautious on the disease after it was confirmed that it was out there. People also looked after each other to make sure that they were clean and healthy."
2605,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1250,2015-01-15T23:59:00,Mattijana,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Message to: Phantom Industries<br/>Message from: Republic of Korea<br/>Encryption: very high<br/><br/>Thank you for your offer, we will send a representative out to check out the jet tomorrow with the view to purchasing some in a few days time.<br/>Republic of Korea MOD</blockquote>"
2606,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1250,2015-01-16T00:03:00,Protector Galactics,"After not much trade has made it through the Krenzian Union. The Krenzian Embargo on the rest of the world was lifted and all of the worlds trade came back to impact China. The help was just the beginning of the rebuilding. Trade ships were dispatched all over the country. Millions of immigrants arrived at the country. Disinfecting stations were set along the border to try and not get the Krenzian Union contaminated with the virus.<br/><br/>Autarch Delayette was writing apology letters to the Krenzian enemies. He wanted tough tensions to finish off and start to accomplish his peace promise to his people.<br/><br/>To: The U.S<br/>From: The Krenzian Union<br/>Over the last decade, we were fighting for nonsense. The Tibetan war was long lost and tensions between us kept it's self like a piece of titanium. I don't want another war of hatred. I don't want another war which will lead into poverty. War is not the simple answer to our questions. But those questions can be answered peacefully. For the last decade our people had bin behind a great wall which blocked our nations and our interest. Now lets tear this wall down. We both have the similar ideologies so why are we fighting? Is it because greed? Is it because selfishness? If you open your border's it will reunite loved ones which were away from their families for almost a decade. Lets reunite families together by bring the iron wall down. The Krenzian Union can't last long if we are blocked. But don't do it for the country. Do it for the families. Together we can reunite the world under one peace and freedom. So what do you say. Would you keep the iron wall up? Or will you bring it down?<br/>Marquette Delayette<br/><br/>To:India<br/>From: The Krenzian Union<br/>Over the last decade, we were fighting for nonsense. The Tibetan war was long lost and tensions between us kept it's self like a piece of titanium. I don't want another war of hatred. I don't want another war which will lead into poverty. War is not the simple answer to our questions. But those questions can be answered peacefully. For the last decade our people had bin behind a great wall which blocked our nations and our interest. Now lets tear this wall down. We both have the similar ideologies so why are we fighting? Is it because greed? Is it because selfishness? If you open your border's it will reunite loved ones which were away from their families for almost a decade. Lets reunite families together by bring the iron wall down. The Krenzian Union can't last long if we are blocked. But don't do it for the country. Do it for the families. Together we can reunite the world under one peace and freedom. So what do you say. Would you keep the iron wall up? Or will you bring it down?<br/>Marquette Delayette<br/><br/>To:Tibet<br/>From: The Krenzian Union<br/>Over the last decade, we were fighting for nonsense. The Tibetan war was long lost and tensions between us kept it's self like a piece of titanium. I don't want another war of hatred. I don't want another war which will lead into poverty. War is not the simple answer to our questions. But those questions can be answered peacefully. For the last decade our people had bin behind a great wall which blocked our nations and our interest. Now lets tear this wall down. We both have the similar ideologies so why are we fighting? Is it because greed? Is it because selfishness? If you open your border's it will reunite loved ones which were away from their families for almost a decade. Lets reunite families together by bring the iron wall down. The Krenzian Union can't last long if we are blocked. But don't do it for the country. Do it for the families. Together we can reunite the world under one peace and freedom. So what do you say. Would you keep the iron wall up? Or will you bring it down?<br/>Marquette Delayette<br/><br/>To:UK<br/>From: The Krenzian Union<br/>Over the last decade, we were fighting for nonsense. The Tibetan war was long lost and tensions between us kept it's self like a piece of titanium. I don't want another war of hatred. I don't want another war which will lead into poverty. War is not the simple answer to our questions. But those questions can be answered peacefully. For the last decade our people had bin behind a great wall which blocked our nations and our interest. Now lets tear this wall down. We both have the similar ideologies so why are we fighting? Is it because greed? Is it because selfishness? If you open your border's it will reunite loved ones which were away from their families for almost a decade. Lets reunite families together by bring the iron wall down. The Krenzian Union can't last long if we are blocked. But don't do it for the country. Do it for the families. Together we can reunite the world under one peace and freedom. So what do you say. Would you keep the iron wall up? Or will you bring it down?<br/>Marquette Delayette<br/><br/>To:Brazil<br/>From: The Krenzian Union<br/>Over the last decade, we were fighting for nonsense. The Tibetan war was long lost and tensions between us kept it's self like a piece of titanium. I don't want another war of hatred. I don't want another war which will lead into poverty. War is not the simple answer to our questions. But those questions can be answered peacefully. For the last decade our people had bin behind a great wall which blocked our nations and our interest. Now lets tear this wall down. We both have the similar ideologies so why are we fighting? Is it because greed? Is it because selfishness? If you open your border's it will reunite loved ones which were away from their families for almost a decade. Lets reunite families together by bring the iron wall down. The Krenzian Union can't last long if we are blocked. But don't do it for the country. Do it for the families. Together we can reunite the world under one peace and freedom. So what do you say. Would you keep the iron wall up? Or will you bring it down?<br/>Marquette Delayette<br/><br/>To:NATO<br/>From: The Krenzian Union<br/>Over the last decade, we were fighting for nonsense. The Tibetan war was long lost and tensions between us kept it's self like a piece of titanium. I don't want another war of hatred. I don't want another war which will lead into poverty. War is not the simple answer to our questions. But those questions can be answered peacefully. For the last decade our people had bin behind a great wall which blocked our nations and our interest. Now lets tear this wall down. We both have the similar ideologies so why are we fighting? Is it because greed? Is it because selfishness? If you open your border's it will reunite loved ones which were away from their families for almost a decade. Lets reunite families together by bring the iron wall down. The Krenzian Union can't last long if we are blocked. But don't do it for the country. Do it for the families. Together we can reunite the world under one peace and freedom. So what do you say. Would you keep the iron wall up? Or will you bring it down?<br/>Marquette Delayette<br/><br/>To:Commonwealth of nations<br/>From: The Krenzian Union<br/>Over the last decade, we were fighting for nonsense. The Tibetan war was long lost and tensions between us kept it's self like a piece of titanium. I don't want another war of hatred. I don't want another war which will lead into poverty. War is not the simple answer to our questions. But those questions can be answered peacefully. For the last decade our people had bin behind a great wall which blocked our nations and our interest. Now lets tear this wall down. We both have the similar ideologies so why are we fighting? Is it because greed? Is it because selfishness? If you open your border's it will reunite loved ones which were away from their families for almost a decade. Lets reunite families together by bring the iron wall down. The Krenzian Union can't last long if we are blocked. But don't do it for the country. Do it for the families. Together we can reunite the world under one peace and freedom. So what do you say. Would you keep the iron wall up? Or will you bring it down?<br/>Marquette Delayette<br/><br/>To:Arab league<br/>From: The Krenzian Union<br/>Over the last decade, we were fighting for nonsense. The Tibetan war was long lost and tensions between us kept it's self like a piece of titanium. I don't want another war of hatred. I don't want another war which will lead into poverty. War is not the simple answer to our questions. But those questions can be answered peacefully. For the last decade our people had bin behind a great wall which blocked our nations and our interest. Now lets tear this wall down. We both have the similar ideologies so why are we fighting? Is it because greed? Is it because selfishness? If you open your border's it will reunite loved ones which were away from their families for almost a decade. Lets reunite families together by bring the iron wall down. The Krenzian Union can't last long if we are blocked. But don't do it for the country. Do it for the families. Together we can reunite the world under one peace and freedom. So what do you say. Would you keep the iron wall up? Or will you bring it down?<br/>Marquette Delayette<br/><br/>To:Australia<br/>From: The Krenzian Union<br/>Over the last decade, we were fighting for nonsense. The Tibetan war was long lost and tensions between us kept it's self like a piece of titanium. I don't want another war of hatred. I don't want another war which will lead into poverty. War is not the simple answer to our questions. But those questions can be answered peacefully. For the last decade our people had bin behind a great wall which blocked our nations and our interest. Now lets tear this wall down. We both have the similar ideologies so why are we fighting? Is it because greed? Is it because selfishness? If you open your border's it will reunite loved ones which were away from their families for almost a decade. Lets reunite families together by bring the iron wall down. The Krenzian Union can't last long if we are blocked. But don't do it for the country. Do it for the families. Together we can reunite the world under one peace and freedom. So what do you say. Would you keep the iron wall up? Or will you bring it down?<br/>Marquette Delayette<br/><br/>To:Japan<br/>From: The Krenzian Union<br/>Over the last decade, we were fighting for nonsense. The Tibetan war was long lost and tensions between us kept it's self like a piece of titanium. I don't want another war of hatred. I don't want another war which will lead into poverty. War is not the simple answer to our questions. But those questions can be answered peacefully. For the last decade our people had bin behind a great wall which blocked our nations and our interest. Now lets tear this wall down. We both have the similar ideologies so why are we fighting? Is it because greed? Is it because selfishness? If you open your border's it will reunite loved ones which were away from their families for almost a decade. Lets reunite families together by bring the iron wall down. The Krenzian Union can't last long if we are blocked. But don't do it for the country. Do it for the families. Together we can reunite the world under one peace and freedom. So what do you say. Would you keep the iron wall up? Or will you bring it down?<br/>Marquette Delayette"
2607,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1250,2015-01-16T00:52:00,Elepis,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=23152758#p23152758"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Elepis <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=23148342#p23148342"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>The room had no windows to stop laser microphones listening in (if anyone was attempting, they would only hear the talk of the guards in the corridor) and the lighting was provided by a series of laps around the room. Under their strange glare, Kemal looked through his paper while the Serbian Prime Minister was talking. ""I agree"" he said ""Even if the cartels do not try and take over our government, they will start gang wars. The Cartels show us on their broadcasts images of gangs wars in Colombia, if we are not careful, that could happen in Europe. In Turkey the GGC (Gendarmerie) and MiT(National Intelligence Organization) have begun a massive operation to root out corruption in the GNA and local government and they have been coming down on illegal gun owners. Corruption in big business, local government, the police, the armed forces and central government is now punishable by life in jail with no hope of a shortened sentence.""<br/><br/>"" However, it is all very well fighting them in our own countries, we need to have coordinated, Europe wide anti-Cartel operations to stop them gaining more power and pushing them out of their bases in Western Europe. As for their HQ, we understand they have a major base in Liverpool, UK. Most shockingly, the MiT has evidence that some member of the highest levels of UK government, including the Foreign Sectary are working for the drug lords.""</div></blockquote><br/>OCC:there is no way to find them guilty of corruption since they don't even turn a blind eye or anything they are like sleeper agents,acting normal until ordered otherwise.So......meta gaming!<br/><br/>IC:<br/>The men used their laser to search for the possible conversation between the diplomats.Many conversations came up but none were the diplomats.Finally,they came to a set of guards near a door which led to a room with no windows.The laser went through the nearby window.The guards were conversing apparently.<br/><br/>""What do you think they're talking bout in there?""<br/>They talked in ,which the Cartel members knew the basics,and they weren't very clear.<br/><br/>""Something about the Cartels....if you put your ear to the door,I think you can hear.""<br/><br/>The man attempted to adjust the laser to permit them to hear the conversation,but to not use.<br/><br/>""If we had been given better tech,then maybe could've listened in.Whatever.Get the rocket ready.If that's not them then at least it will make them fear us.""<br/><br/>The other man retrieved an Anza missile from Pakistan,which had been sneaked in from Greece into the port of Istanbul aboard a humanitarian aid ship.It had taken days for it to reach this Istanbul,avoiding law enforcement and costing the life of a Cartel member.There were two Anzas.He aimed at the building situated a mile away,more specifically the room with no windows.He tampered with the controls and deactivated the vehicle lock on.He fired,sending the projectile screaming at 600 m/s straight at the building,hopefully too fast for any defense to react.Then the other also fired,in case the first wasn't enough to kill them.Then,they set fire to the room,left the weapons in the next room,which belonged to a family that wasn't in it a t the time and left the inn,using an old VW bug as their escape transportation.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""East Prussia would be good, but isn't that Polish? What about the Tarsus mountains? As for the hostages I agree, one family versus Europe."" Just as the President was getting up to put a power point on, a huge explosion shock the walls of the building. Parts of the roof collapsed and the other delegates climbed under he table, Kemal ran to the door and opened it, four Presidential Guards filed in to the conference room to help the other delegates get to the Black Hawk on the roof but just as he reached the stairs another rocket detonated in front of him, sending shrapnel in his face. Kemal collapsed, a piece of shrapnel stuck in his rib cage, his vision blurred and he saw to guards running towards him, then it went black.<br/><br/>News spread of the attack in seconds. The MiT headquarters was informed of the attack 3 seconds after the attack happened. The director of the MiT Hakan Fidan ordered all airports around the city to be closed, all bridges to be shut down and all ports to be put under lock down. The MiT ballistics section easily traced the trail of the two rockets back to one of the poorer areas of Istanbul,just north of the old Byzantine walls. Luckily, Istanbul was one of the most watched cities on earth with thousands of CCTV cameras and to suspect cars were soon found, am old VW bug heading towards south Istanbul (it would have to try and cross the now closed bridges) and a new jaguar heading north, either to the airport or the Bulgarian border. The traffic lights around the cars were turned to red and the police and GGC in the area were alert and began chasing the two cars in<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/c/c5/Paradbaku98.jpg/1280px-Paradbaku98.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Otokar Cobras</a>and ordinary police cars. A number of Black Hawk and SA 330 Puma helicopters took off from their bases to track the suspects from the air."
2608,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1250,2015-01-16T08:32:00,Of The Rnclave,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=23152465#p23152465"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Of The Rnclave <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=23147906#p23147906"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>The Marine gripped the handles of his Browning 50 hard as he sprayed a long burst of fire at the EOD man, aiming it at his chest and skull. Two Marines together lobbed several fraqs over their cover and at the soldiers. <br/><br/>"" We need to get a good shot in!"" The marine leader shouted as he called the drone in for another run, releasing two missiles before the Chinese missiles brought it down. "" SHIT! CONCENTRATE FIRE ON THOSE MEN!"" The marine captain screamed as he released several more bursts of fire at the men.</div></blockquote><br/>The EOD stumbled a few steps back before returning fire at the .50 caliber,aiming at the marine and the mounted gun,hoping to cripple it.The two soldiers lobbed one of the grenades back and another kicked the other grenade into the ocean,yet it exploded and blew he man's leg off.A bullet from the Americans silenced him.The other two returned back inside just before the drone's missile hit above them,sending metal and shrapnel in all directions.The other missile slammed into the ocean,exploded,and rocked the boat from side to side for a few moments.The men inside only retrieved more MANPADS and a .50 caliber out.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The Marines moved closer, ducking from shipping crate to shipping crate, their training the on,y thing keeping the soldiers from falling as the PMCs did. The Marine captain tensed as he sprinted from an opening, spraying his Xm8 at the men in the deck. Pulling a flashbang off his belt, he tossed it hard at the EOD. Grasping at his clothes, he found the weapon he'd been searching for. Almost all marines carried a cable gun, for climbing buildings in emergencies such as fires, or for stealth missions. He was ten feet from the EOD man now, and the strength this cable gun put out, it should easily puncture the mans armor, as weakened as it was from the punishment he'd taken already. Spinning out, the Chinese men hopefully still blinded by the flashbang, he fired the cable gun at the EOD mans chest."
2609,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1250,2015-01-16T08:39:00,Of The Rnclave,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=23152335#p23152335"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Of The Rnclave <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=23147829#p23147829"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>The doors of the craft pooped open as the Space Marine exited their chambers, their propulsion packs pushing them up, as they landed, the captain ordered two men to fire their weapons at the propulsion, hopefully crippling it. The Battle Star released two more missiles, the kinetic missiles it was armed with slamming into the engines. <br/><br/>"" Secure the remianing scientisists. We've got a job to do."" The captain said, leveling his rifle as he stalked through the corridors. Ahead he saw a group of scientists in what he assumed was an engine room. "" Hey you! Stop what your doing!"" He shouted as he shot two rounds, doing the head scientist.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The man saw the marines enter through a near window and went into the reactor room.He paid no attention to the possibly fatal radiation and only dis activated the cooling system further.He inserted the entire reactor into overheat.The catastrophic consequences that would ensue would be seen from Earth.There a a flash of blinding light,then the wave of force hit the Battle Stars......</div></blockquote><br/><br/>As the station impacted the Battle star, the captain, dragging the unconscious form of the nearest Chinese scientist, sprinted as fats as he could move in the depressurization station, jumping out into open space with all his strength, aided by the propulsion of the pack on his back. He cringed and shivered violently at the wreckage of the Battle Star, using a stray piece of it to shove himself along as he went.<br/><br/>As he glided along back towards the craft, filled with the confused men he'd brought on this mission, he saw the losses. "" How many... How many did we loose?"" He asked as the craft doors closed and he laid the body of the unconscious scientist onto the floor, dropping his rifle and removing his helmet.<br/><br/>"" 45 men sir, for a fucking useless as station."" His Lieutenant spit violently, with as much malice as his tired and bruised body could muster up. "" They plan drop pod deployment to Asia,mot seize a missile base maybe, I don't know. "" he said sadly as he fell back to fail asleep"
2610,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1250,2015-01-16T12:01:00,Elepis,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><hr/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/f/fb/Emblem_of_the_President_of_Turkey.svg/400px-Emblem_of_the_President_of_Turkey.svg.png""/><br/><hr/><br/>From: Turkey<br/>To: <span style=""font-weight: bold"">USA</span><br/>TOP SECRET<br/>HIGH URGENCY</div><br/><hr/><br/>Mr President<br/><br/>There has been an attack on the President of Turkey, the President of FAK and the Prime Minister's of Serbia and Germany who were at a anti-Cartel conference in Istanbul. Two rockets were fired from the Başakşehir area at the Municipal House. Causalities may include the President himself, he is currently trapped under rubble.<br/><br/>I have declared a state of emergency in Turkey and have placed the city under Martial law, 10,000 troops and 2,000 GGC are currently sealing off the city and we are currently tracking the two suspects in the air. However, we are given to understand the US has a large array of spy satellites which could help us coordinate our search. The two suspects we are searching for are<br/><br/>1 VW 1960 Beetle heading north from Başakşehir<br/>1 Jaguar S-Type 2000 heading south east towards beyoglu <br/> <br/>We suspect they are linked to the Mexican cartels, however we must catch them before we take action <br/><br/>Sincerely,<br/>Gürsel Tekin, Prime Minister of the Republic of Turkey</blockquote>"
2611,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1250,2015-01-16T12:23:00,Of The Rnclave,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://cfile29.uf.tistory.com/image/2309504F53E2CC87332E37""/></div><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #FF0000"">Middle Eastern Battle Star Station- Target- 1960 VW Beatle- Jaguar S- Type 2000</span></span></div><br/><br/>The order has been given from the military base in Turkey, giving permission to use any means nesscary to find and disable the cartel or whoever had attacked the meeting. The stations extensive field of satellites it used scanned the ground carefully, searching for the two vehicles they had been told to search for.<br/><br/>""'Sir we have identified two vehicles matching the descriptions, shall we fire?"" The engineers began typing in coordinates locking four spy satellites onto the vehicles for tracking and missile tracking. The commander swiped his key are to arm the hypersonic missiles and their kinetic counterparts ( just regular hypersonic missiles that use kinetic energy to destroy things )<br/><br/>"" Not yet, first send the location and life feed of these vehicles to the Turkish military command and give them all expected and possible route changes. We need to keep an eye on these men. In the mean time, ready the US ASIACOM Space Command for drop pod insertion, we need eyes in the ground."" He said, picking up his comm and informing the men of their mission.<br/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-C2MBReBDfhM/U-eXrfncxHI/AAAAAAAAAEc/wJz3Edxuy50/s1600/Drop_pods.jpg""/></div><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #0040FF"">US Space Command- Space Marines Drop Pod Squad Alpha</span></span></div><br/><br/>Several minutes later, the commander showed up in front of him "" Drop pod? Where?"" The commander asked, securing his pressurized helmet and making the final adjustments to his lower body Exo skeleton ( basically to protect their legs and back from impact and to carry extra weight and armor )<br/><br/>"" Yes. All drop pods are ready for deployment, be ready."" He ordered. He commander nodded and sprinted to his drop pod, stepping up into his area and securing the locks to secure his body and keep him still during flight.<br/><br/>Closing his eyes, his pressurized helmet shut, a deafening hiss filling the pod as it disconnected and fell towards the planet quickly. While the pods were dangerous and possibly fatal if aim went wrong them men accepted that. As it entered the atmosphere, he felt the full force of reentry hit him straight as they spun like a missile towards the earth.<br/><br/>The engines burst to life on the bottom as the city came into view, slowing descent as they neared Istanbul. The world shook around them as they hit the arty with a crash. The whole pod shaking violently as he laid back, closing his eyes and focusing in now vomiting.<br/><br/>"" We're safe sir."" A corporal said as he pulled a lever dropout the thick steel door down. Disconnecting his locks and other safety gear, he stopped out,grabbing a rifle from the case and walking out it not he daylight, clicking on his wrist display to gently depressurize the helmet. "" Investigate locals, map says one vehicle will be near here soon, set up a perimeter and locate those vehicles, take vehicles if you must, but they do not get away!"" He shouted ordering his men to move out. He opened up a call with the Turkish defense minister "" This is commander Daniel Shepard of the US Space Command Drop Pod Squad Delta. What's the situation?"" He asked quickly, jogging up the street towards a predicted path of the Jaguar."
2612,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1275,2015-01-16T13:00:00,The North German Commonwealth,"<blockquote><div><cite>Elepis <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=23155992#p23155992"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=23152758#p23152758"">wrote</a>:</cite>OCC:there is no way to find them guilty of corruption since they don't even turn a blind eye or anything they are like sleeper agents,acting normal until ordered otherwise.So......meta gaming!<br/><br/>IC:<br/>The men used their laser to search for the possible conversation between the diplomats.Many conversations came up but none were the diplomats.Finally,they came to a set of guards near a door which led to a room with no windows.The laser went through the nearby window.The guards were conversing apparently.<br/><br/>""What do you think they're talking bout in there?""<br/>They talked in ,which the Cartel members knew the basics,and they weren't very clear.<br/><br/>""Something about the Cartels....if you put your ear to the door,I think you can hear.""<br/><br/>The man attempted to adjust the laser to permit them to hear the conversation,but to not use.<br/><br/>""If we had been given better tech,then maybe could've listened in.Whatever.Get the rocket ready.If that's not them then at least it will make them fear us.""<br/><br/>The other man retrieved an Anza missile from Pakistan,which had been sneaked in from Greece into the port of Istanbul aboard a humanitarian aid ship.It had taken days for it to reach this Istanbul,avoiding law enforcement and costing the life of a Cartel member.There were two Anzas.He aimed at the building situated a mile away,more specifically the room with no windows.He tampered with the controls and deactivated the vehicle lock on.He fired,sending the projectile screaming at 600 m/s straight at the building,hopefully too fast for any defense to react.Then the other also fired,in case the first wasn't enough to kill them.Then,they set fire to the room,left the weapons in the next room,which belonged to a family that wasn't in it a t the time and left the inn,using an old VW bug as their escape transportation.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""East Prussia would be good, but isn't that Polish? What about the Tarsus mountains? As for the hostages I agree, one family versus Europe."" Just as the President was getting up to put a power point on, a huge explosion shock the walls of the building. Parts of the roof collapsed and the other delegates climbed under he table, Kemal ran to the door and opened it, four Presidential Guards filed in to the conference room to help the other delegates get to the Black Hawk on the roof but just as he reached the stairs another rocket detonated in front of him, sending shrapnel in his face. Kemal collapsed, a piece of shrapnel stuck in his rib cage, his vision blurred and he saw to guards running towards him, then it went black.<br/><br/>News spread of the attack in seconds. The MiT headquarters was informed of the attack 3 seconds after the attack happened. The director of the MiT Hakan Fidan ordered all airports around the city to be closed, all bridges to be shut down and all ports to be put under lock down. The MiT ballistics section easily traced the trail of the two rockets back to one of the poorer areas of Istanbul,just north of the old Byzantine walls. Luckily, Istanbul was one of the most watched cities on earth with thousands of CCTV cameras and to suspect cars were soon found, am old VW bug heading towards south Istanbul (it would have to try and cross the now closed bridges) and a new jaguar heading north, either to the airport or the Bulgarian border. The traffic lights around the cars were turned to red and the police and GGC in the area were alert and began chasing the two cars in <a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/c/c5/Paradbaku98.jpg/1280px-Paradbaku98.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Otokar Cobras</a> and ordinary police cars. A number of Black Hawk and SA 330 Puma helicopters took off from their bases to track the suspects from the air.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Constantinople(Istanbul), Republic of Turkey:</span><br/>As the roof collapsed, The Prime Minister ducked under a table. It provided protection for his back and head, but a piece of the roof hit his left leg, breaking it, and some shrapnel hit his arms and legs as well, creating a large gash in his upper left arm and some minor cuts elsewhere. After the dust had settled, he looked around and realized he could not see President Kemal. His gaurds pulled him up, supporting him as he could barely walk. He told them to sit him down on a chair and start looking for Kemal. He yelled out: ""If any of you fine gentleman are alive, yell out!""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">New Pristina(formerly Alotou), New Kosovo:</span><br/>With New Kosovo officially an Albanian protectorate, a man by the name of Gavrilo Radir was chosen to be the governor of New Kosovo. Alotou was renamed New Pristina, the capital of New. Kosovo. The 3,000 strong force was to be New Pristina's garrison, and 7,000 more troops set sail for New Kosovo, to strengthen their hold there and to keep a military presence in Albania's first colony.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Malabo, Equatorial Guinea:</span><br/>The city was in chaos. In the 3 months that had passed since Bato fell, The Albanians had steadly gained support. The people clamored to overthrow the current government, and The Albanians only had to sit back and watch as the people revolted, occasionally The Albanians would provide air support and artillery to the rebels, but the government had no chance. A man deeply devoted to Albania had gained the trust of The Guineans, and the decided to install him as the new leader. However, as soon as they did, he was to bring the country under Albanian control, and he would become governor of Toka Re, Albanian for New Land."
2613,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1275,2015-01-16T13:03:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">From:India<br/>To: Kreznan Union<br/><br/>Hello. I understand you desperately want us to open our borders to your People. Although this will be a security threat to the Republic of India. Politically, this will benefit me, although logically it will be hard to manage such a huge flow of People. I am sorry, but we will poiltely decline. Please give us time to reconsider our choice, if possible</blockquote>"
2614,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1275,2015-01-16T13:29:00,Protector Galactics,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=23160551#p23160551"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">From:India<br/>To: Kreznan Union<br/><br/>Hello. I understand you desperately want us to open our borders to your People. Although this will be a security threat to the Republic of India. Politically, this will benefit me, although logically it will be hard to manage such a huge flow of People. I am sorry, but we will poiltely decline. Please give us time to reconsider our choice, if possible</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>To:India<br/>From: Krenzian Union<br/>You may take all the time you need to re consider. You can militarily devastate us if we invade you. But you have my word that I will swear not to do harm to you or your people. </div></blockquote>"
2615,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1275,2015-01-16T13:38:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=23160801#p23160801"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=23160551#p23160551"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">From:India<br/>To: Kreznan Union<br/><br/>Hello. I understand you desperately want us to open our borders to your People. Although this will be a security threat to the Republic of India. Politically, this will benefit me, although logically it will be hard to manage such a huge flow of People. I am sorry, but we will poiltely decline. Please give us time to reconsider our choice, if possible</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>To:India<br/>From: Krenzian Union<br/>You may take all the time you need to re consider. You can militarily devastate us if we invade you. But you have my word that I will swear not to do harm to you or your people. </div></blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>After much fiddling, and short walks around the building Modi had a decision. He took short steps to his cabin, and retrieved his laptop. He waved Hi to fellow Political Party Members, and sat out on the bench in the Garden, He wrote a Message to the Krenzian Union:<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">From: The Republic of India<br/>To; the Krenzian Union<br/><br/>After much reconidering, and thinking about how good my people will feel to see the faces of people stuck on the other side of the border, I will Open my borders to your Union and accept you as a friend,<br/><br/>Signed<br/><br/>Narendra Damodardas Modi</blockquote>"
2616,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1275,2015-01-16T16:01:00,Mangjukoia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=23155800#p23155800"">wrote</a>:</cite>To:Japan<br/>From: The Krenzian Union<br/>Over the last decade, we were fighting for nonsense. The Tibetan war was long lost and tensions between us kept it's self like a piece of titanium. I don't want another war of hatred. I don't want another war which will lead into poverty. War is not the simple answer to our questions. But those questions can be answered peacefully. For the last decade our people had bin behind a great wall which blocked our nations and our interest. Now lets tear this wall down. We both have the similar ideologies so why are we fighting? Is it because greed? Is it because selfishness? If you open your border's it will reunite loved ones which were away from their families for almost a decade. Lets reunite families together by bring the iron wall down. The Krenzian Union can't last long if we are blocked. But don't do it for the country. Do it for the families. Together we can reunite the world under one peace and freedom. So what do you say. Would you keep the iron wall up? Or will you bring it down?<br/>Marquette Delayette</div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: The Kreznian Union<br/>From: The State of Japan<br/>We are not your enemy, but we are not your ally. We will reopen our borders again as long as tensions with the U.S are to cease. Aggression towards the West is not ideal if you wish to keep the families safely united. Once you have made a lasting peace with the U.S, we will open our borders to you as well.<br/>Prime Minister Kentaro Nishimoto</blockquote>"
2617,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1275,2015-01-16T17:16:00,Marsisian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Elepis <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=23155992#p23155992"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=23152758#p23152758"">wrote</a>:</cite>OCC:there is no way to find them guilty of corruption since they don't even turn a blind eye or anything they are like sleeper agents,acting normal until ordered otherwise.So......meta gaming!<br/><br/>IC:<br/>The men used their laser to search for the possible conversation between the diplomats.Many conversations came up but none were the diplomats.Finally,they came to a set of guards near a door which led to a room with no windows.The laser went through the nearby window.The guards were conversing apparently.<br/><br/>""What do you think they're talking bout in there?""<br/>They talked in ,which the Cartel members knew the basics,and they weren't very clear.<br/><br/>""Something about the Cartels....if you put your ear to the door,I think you can hear.""<br/><br/>The man attempted to adjust the laser to permit them to hear the conversation,but to not use.<br/><br/>""If we had been given better tech,then maybe could've listened in.Whatever.Get the rocket ready.If that's not them then at least it will make them fear us.""<br/><br/>The other man retrieved an Anza missile from Pakistan,which had been sneaked in from Greece into the port of Istanbul aboard a humanitarian aid ship.It had taken days for it to reach this Istanbul,avoiding law enforcement and costing the life of a Cartel member.There were two Anzas.He aimed at the building situated a mile away,more specifically the room with no windows.He tampered with the controls and deactivated the vehicle lock on.He fired,sending the projectile screaming at 600 m/s straight at the building,hopefully too fast for any defense to react.Then the other also fired,in case the first wasn't enough to kill them.Then,they set fire to the room,left the weapons in the next room,which belonged to a family that wasn't in it a t the time and left the inn,using an old VW bug as their escape transportation.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""East Prussia would be good, but isn't that Polish? What about the Tarsus mountains? As for the hostages I agree, one family versus Europe."" Just as the President was getting up to put a power point on, a huge explosion shock the walls of the building. Parts of the roof collapsed and the other delegates climbed under he table, Kemal ran to the door and opened it, four Presidential Guards filed in to the conference room to help the other delegates get to the Black Hawk on the roof but just as he reached the stairs another rocket detonated in front of him, sending shrapnel in his face. Kemal collapsed, a piece of shrapnel stuck in his rib cage, his vision blurred and he saw to guards running towards him, then it went black.<br/><br/>News spread of the attack in seconds. The MiT headquarters was informed of the attack 3 seconds after the attack happened. The director of the MiT Hakan Fidan ordered all airports around the city to be closed, all bridges to be shut down and all ports to be put under lock down. The MiT ballistics section easily traced the trail of the two rockets back to one of the poorer areas of Istanbul,just north of the old Byzantine walls. Luckily, Istanbul was one of the most watched cities on earth with thousands of CCTV cameras and to suspect cars were soon found, am old VW bug heading towards south Istanbul (it would have to try and cross the now closed bridges) and a new jaguar heading north, either to the airport or the Bulgarian border. The traffic lights around the cars were turned to red and the police and GGC in the area were alert and began chasing the two cars in <a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/c/c5/Paradbaku98.jpg/1280px-Paradbaku98.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Otokar Cobras</a> and ordinary police cars. A number of Black Hawk and SA 330 Puma helicopters took off from their bases to track the suspects from the air.</div></blockquote><br/>""No. If you didn't know, we bought East Prussia and other territories back in 2016. The Polish have also accepted our offer to purchase the territory that made up 1914 Germany. It's a win for both of us."" After he said that, a rocket hit the building. Hurt but not on the ground, his DOGE guards helped him to get out of the building and into his car which sped off into the direction of the airport."
2618,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1275,2015-01-16T17:31:00,Pimps Inc,"<div align=""center"">[EMERGENCY BROADCAST SYSTEM IN MOTION]</div><br/><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://theworldsbestever.s3.amazonaws.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/mexican-cartel-violence.jpg""/></div><br/>*Images from the Mexican,Colombian,Argentinian,and Brazilian Drug War of the 2020s appear:shootings,corpses,burning buildings.Then picture cuts to a man wearing a mask of the Thalia Muse with decals of a flaming US/Mexican flag.*<br/><br/>Today,the Republic of Turkey was put under a state of emergency.An attack from the WFA was the reason.The municipal house was being used by many European leaders who wanted to continue their agression against us.The building had been deemed ""the safest place in Europe."" by the Turkish government.So, now I ask you European leaders,who are still recovering from your burn wounds and internal bleeding: DO you feel safe?Your defenses were laughed at and made a mockery of.Your army had no way to respond and those werent even our forces.We are just as deadly, if not more, as the WFA.<br/><br/>Now,to the people of Europe.You all most likely think of us as murders.Rapists.Drug dealers.Criminals,but......are your governments any different?Remember the family I showed before?I warned that if aggression against continued,we would kill them.Europe continued.....<br/><br/>*The camera zooms out to show the family,in fresh clothes and clean, but still with a sense of fear, only a smaller one.*<br/><br/>""Yes,they are fine.The girl's name is Julia.Come here girl.""<br/><br/>*The girl of about 9 hesitated at first but slowly shuffled to the man.*<br/>""How are you?Tell the people what it is you want more than anything,Julia.Go on,don't be shy.You already know we wont hurt you.""The man said in a softer voice.<br/><br/>The girl started to cry quietly but managed to control herself enough to speak.<br/>""I....I just want to go home.""<br/>She begins to cry a little harder before her mother takes her into her arms.The man then addresses the camera again, back in a stronger and fierce voice.<br/><br/>""Aren't you all just moved and wish her and her family a safe journey home?Because your governments don't.They didn't care that we would have killed Julia and her family.They carried on.Why? Because they think we threaten their empire of corruption and selfishness.Now,we know that the news about corrupt governments isnt really new but, why should you give them power over you when all they care about is themselves.You must be thinking well what about you.Well,eve though we are killers,we donate to charity.We help our communities with at least some of the drug money we earn.When's the last time your leaders did anything for you?Lowering taxes?Please.So,I ask you, as a fellow citizen and local drug dealer, do you want these people to decide what's best for you?I mean,you've probably heard of the revolution in Guinea.Have you thought why the government would allow Germany to take over, a nation that has relations with Guinea and could care less about them, instead of going to the UN or at least the US?Suspicious,I would say.Even more when New Guinea used to be a colony of the German Empire in the 19th century?Call me a conspirator but simply think about it.<br/><br/>Will you allow some corrupt and drug-fueled fools to rule you?Rise,people of Europe.....Rise.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 130%; line-height: 116%;"">""SANGRE O LIBERTAD!""</span></div><br/>*The man slams his hands together and the image is replaced by the Flag of Mexico and then the Cartel's flag,then a modified coat of arms of Mexico.""<br/><br/>*The Mexican anthem plays in the background of a compilation of videos and pictures taken of the Drug Wars in the Americas.*<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">War, war without quarter to any who dare<br/>to tarnish the coats of arms of the country!</span><br/>*videos of firefights between the army and cartels are shown*<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">War, war! Let the national banners<br/>be soaked in waves of blood.</span><br/>*pictures of the UN flags in front of the United Nations Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean building on fire*<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">War, war! In the mountain, in the valley,<br/>let the cannons thunder in horrid unison<br/>and may the sonorous echoes resound<br/>with cries of Union! Liberty!</span><br/>*Videos of jet fighters,artillery,and other weaponry used in the Drug Wars are shown*<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">O, Fatherland, ere your children, defenseless<br/>bend their neck beneath the yoke,<br/>may your fields be watered with blood,<br/>may their foot be printed in blood.</span><br/>*Videos of destroyed and burning European villages,fields,and forests during WW2 are shown<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">And may your temples, palaces and towers<br/>collapse with horrid clamor,</span><br/>*videos of destroyed buildings are shown*<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">and may their ruins continue on, saying:<br/>Of one thousand heroes, here the Fatherland began...........</span><br/>*a view of the Normandy American Cemetery and Memorial is shown*<br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/9/90/Coat_of_Arms_of_the_First_Mexican_Empire.svg/311px-Coat_of_Arms_of_the_First_Mexican_Empire.svg.png""/></div>"
2619,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1275,2015-01-16T18:22:00,Pimps Inc,"<blockquote><div><cite>Of The Rnclave <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=23160195#p23160195"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center"">(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://cfile29.uf.tistory.com/image/2309504F53E2CC87332E37"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #FF0000"">Middle Eastern Battle Star Station- Target- 1960 VW Beatle- Jaguar S- Type 2000</span></span></div><br/><br/>The order has been given from the military base in Turkey, giving permission to use any means nesscary to find and disable the cartel or whoever had attacked the meeting. The stations extensive field of satellites it used scanned the ground carefully, searching for the two vehicles they had been told to search for.<br/><br/>""'Sir we have identified two vehicles matching the descriptions, shall we fire?"" The engineers began typing in coordinates locking four spy satellites onto the vehicles for tracking and missile tracking. The commander swiped his key are to arm the hypersonic missiles and their kinetic counterparts ( just regular hypersonic missiles that use kinetic energy to destroy things ) <br/><br/>"" Not yet, first send the location and life feed of these vehicles to the Turkish military command and give them all expected and possible route changes. We need to keep an eye on these men. In the mean time, ready the US ASIACOM Space Command for drop pod insertion, we need eyes in the ground."" He said, picking up his comm and informing the men of their mission.<br/><br/><br/><div align=""center"">(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-C2MBReBDfhM/U-eXrfncxHI/AAAAAAAAAEc/wJz3Edxuy50/s1600/Drop_pods.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #0040FF"">US Space Command- Space Marines Drop Pod Squad Alpha</span></span></div><br/><br/>Several minutes later, the commander showed up in front of him "" Drop pod? Where?"" The commander asked, securing his pressurized helmet and making the final adjustments to his lower body Exo skeleton ( basically to protect their legs and back from impact and to carry extra weight and armor ) <br/><br/>"" Yes. All drop pods are ready for deployment, be ready."" He ordered. He commander nodded and sprinted to his drop pod, stepping up into his area and securing the locks to secure his body and keep him still during flight.<br/><br/>Closing his eyes, his pressurized helmet shut, a deafening hiss filling the pod as it disconnected and fell towards the planet quickly. While the pods were dangerous and possibly fatal if aim went wrong them men accepted that. As it entered the atmosphere, he felt the full force of reentry hit him straight as they spun like a missile towards the earth. <br/><br/>The engines burst to life on the bottom as the city came into view, slowing descent as they neared Istanbul. The world shook around them as they hit the arty with a crash. The whole pod shaking violently as he laid back, closing his eyes and focusing in now vomiting.<br/><br/>"" We're safe sir."" A corporal said as he pulled a lever dropout the thick steel door down. Disconnecting his locks and other safety gear, he stopped out,grabbing a rifle from the case and walking out it not he daylight, clicking on his wrist display to gently depressurize the helmet. "" Investigate locals, map says one vehicle will be near here soon, set up a perimeter and locate those vehicles, take vehicles if you must, but they do not get away!"" He shouted ordering his men to move out. He opened up a call with the Turkish defense minister "" This is commander Daniel Shepard of the US Space Command Drop Pod Squad Delta. What's the situation?"" He asked quickly, jogging up the street towards a predicted path of the Jaguar.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The VW sped up the road,then turned to the port of Istanbul.The small car struggling at 60 mph,raced towards their LZ.The humanitarian aid was already leaving the port even before the authorities had called a complete lockdown.Yet, it sailed next to the coast,close enough to allow the car to jump on.Topping at 75 mph,the car sped off a small half ramp, which sent it into a spiral.The car landed and skidded across the deck, sending sparks everywhere.They were led into the cargo hold and into hiding.The ship sped off at 17.5 knots towards Greece....."
2620,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1275,2015-01-17T01:35:00,Elepis,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Golden Horn</span><br/><br/>2 GGC Otokar Cobras charged down Kemeralti street towards the port of Istanbul, in front of them they could see the VW Beetle, one Cobra let off a burst with its 50 caliber gun but the VW swerved around a corner before the bullets reached it. The Cobra's turned the corner to see the VW accelerate down hill towards the port. The Cobra's accelerated down the wide boulevard towards the VW but the VW's head start gave it the advantage and it managed to get on to the bridge spanning the horn. However another Cobra was coming along from Fatih, the VW was trapped but then it swerved off the bridge, going over the edge on to a waiting Greek container ship. The GGC troops on the bridge shouted at the ship to stop but it carried on, out in to the Bosporus. The troops, realizing the chase was over for them, rang the MiT directorate.<br/><br/>The MiT hearing the news, dispatched two Sikorsky SH-60 Seahawk maritime helicopters carrying 5 naval special forces each and one Ada class Frigate towards the Greek cargo ship. The ship had now left the Bosporus and had rounded Fatih peninsular in to the Sea of Marmara. Now however the two Seahawk's and frigate had caught up with it. The frigate radioed the cargo ship ordering it to stop and the marines on the Seahawk began fast roping on to the cargo ship's deck<br/><br/>Causalities of attack:<br/>Dead:<br/>4 Presidential Guards<br/>3 MiT agents<br/>8 service staff<br/>4 civilians<br/><br/>Injured:<br/>President Kemal Kılıçdaroğlu (in critical condition)<br/>8 Presidential guards<br/>6 MiT agents<br/>12 service staff<br/>6 civilians"
2621,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1275,2015-01-17T03:23:00,Elepis,"Following the attacks on Istanbul, the Prime Minister declared a top level state of emergency. 30,000 reserve troops have been called up and have been assigned to Izmir, Istanbul, Ankara and other major cities. The Gendarmerie General Command has been authorized to search every house suspected of harboring terrorists as soon as possible. Also the illegal sale and ownership of guns, explosives and other and weapons has been made a top level crime, punishable by an unlimited prison sentence. The National Intelligence Organization has stepped up funding electronic warfare and terrorism as well. Now for the first time since the 1970's, a crime now carry's the death penalty. Terrorism and suspected Terrorism are now punishable by death by firing squad and will be until the state of emergency is lifted.<br/><br/>However it is not all doom and gloom, the laws against insulting the president (brought it under the AKP government) have been lifted along with the ban on a number of ""inflammatory"" texts. The huge presidential palace in Ankara, built by the AKP government has now been turned in to a science & natural history museum. The Presidential residence has been moved back to the much smaller Çankaya Köşkü palace.<br/><br/>Areas a substantial increase in security:<br/><br/>Atatürk Dam<br/>Deriner Dam<br/>Ilısu Dam<br/>Keban Dam<br/>Çatalan Dam<br/>Izmir GMR<br/>Istanbul GMR<br/>Ankara GMP<br/>Samson GMR<br/>Adana GMR<br/>Kurdistan Autonomous Region<br/>Van Nuclear Complex<br/>(there are more, these are just the main ones)<br/><br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://images.alarabiya.net/23/37/640x392_61626_235756.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Increased defenses at Ataturk dam</a><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">9:00 AM news<br/><br/>Good morning people of Turkey. Today was meant to be a step towards peace in Europe. The leaders of Turkey, Serbia, FAK and Germany came to Istanbul to try and stop the cartel threat to Europe. However, 1 hour in to the meeting, terrorists fired two rockets at the building the talks were being held at, murdering 19 innocent people, including 12 civilians. The President himself is in critical condition in hospital and the Prime Minister who was given emergency powers by the Grand National Assembly said this at a press conference:<br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><br/>Fellow Citizens of Turkey and the world.<br/><br/>Today was meant to be a day of peace and cooperation in Europe to help counter those who would seek to enslave and murder us. However it ended in the massacre of 19 innocent people. The two main suspects for this attack are the so called WFA and the Mexican crime barons. These people seek to subjugate and enslave us and today they showed that they will murder us as well. These criminals and terrorists who claim to want to liberate the people of the world have committed one of the most devastating terrorist attack in our history, they have murdered women and children in cold blood, they are willing to kill us all so they can achieve world domination.<br/><br/>Turkey will not stand for this! Turkey will never stand for this! Turkey will hunt down and bring to justice those who killed 3 year old Mustafa, 80 year old Sabin, 28 year old Murad and many more. <br/><br/>The hunt has begun to find the creatures behind this horrific act. I have directed the full resources of our intelligence and law enforcement agency's to track down these murderers and terrorists. We will make no distinction between the terrorists who committed these acts and those who harbor them.<br/><br/>This is a day when all people of Turkey from every walk of life unite in our resolve for justice and peace. Turkey has stood down enemies before, and we will do so this time. None of us will ever forget this day, yet we go forward to defend freedom and all that is good and just in our world<br/><br/>Thank you and Long Live Turkey <br/></span></blockquote>"
2622,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1275,2015-01-17T07:54:00,Norfolk and Suffolk,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i59.tinypic.com/10ct05x.gif""/></div><br/><br/>Over the past 10 or so years, there has been a rather large surge in nationalism in East Anglia, a region consuming Norfolk and Suffolk, two historic counties of England that once thrived as a small Danish kingdom; the reason behind it all simply being the formation of EAIC; a group of like-minded people who want the best for their home region. So far the party has taken over half of all constituencies in the region, proudly making sure the flag of East Anglia is raised on all public buildings instead of that of England.<br/><br/>Meanwhile in Cornwall a similar process is happening; Mebyon Kernox too having a similar surge in support, and for the same reasons too; the hatred of London rule. In recent months both parties and Wales' Plaid Cymru have joined up to bring referenda to the three regions of the United Kingdom for one key goal shared between the three: home rule, or, independence from the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland.<br/><br/>Of course, no government can ignore their people for too long. It's referendum day for East Anglia: the day where people sign on a simple sheet of paper reading 'Should East Anglia remain a part of England?'. It's finally here, and EAIC leader Alison Jade can almost hear the result being read tomorrow morning; 'The people have voted and it is clear that East Anglia wishes to secede from the Kingdom of England to become the fifth home nation of the United Kingdom', but she knows she cannot be sure, and can only hope.<br/><br/>A BBC news reporter steps up to her as she tries to move through crowds of paps and reporters to get into her car and head to the Norwich City Hall to wait with her constituents and EAIC partners. He asks her what her reaction would be if the referendum fails, to which she replies ""I simply hope it won't."" and gets into her car."
2623,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1275,2015-01-17T13:55:00,Pimps Inc,"<blockquote><div><cite>Elepis <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=23166306#p23166306"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Golden Horn</span><br/><br/>2 GGC Otokar Cobras charged down Kemeralti street towards the port of Istanbul, in front of them they could see the VW Beetle, one Cobra let off a burst with its 50 caliber gun but the VW swerved around a corner before the bullets reached it. The Cobra's turned the corner to see the VW accelerate down hill towards the port. The Cobra's accelerated down the wide boulevard towards the VW but the VW's head start gave it the advantage and it managed to get on to the bridge spanning the horn. However another Cobra was coming along from Fatih, the VW was trapped but then it swerved off the bridge, going over the edge on to a waiting Greek container ship. The GGC troops on the bridge shouted at the ship to stop but it carried on, out in to the Bosporus. The troops, realizing the chase was over for them, rang the MiT directorate.<br/><br/>The MiT hearing the news, dispatched two Sikorsky SH-60 Seahawk maritime helicopters carrying 5 naval special forces each and one Ada class Frigate towards the Greek cargo ship. The ship had now left the Bosporus and had rounded Fatih peninsular in to the Sea of Marmara. Now however the two Seahawk's and frigate had caught up with it. The frigate radioed the cargo ship ordering it to stop and the marines on the Seahawk began fast roping on to the cargo ship's deck<br/><br/>Causalities of attack:<br/>Dead:<br/>4 Presidential Guards <br/>3 MiT agents<br/>8 service staff <br/>4 civilians <br/><br/>Injured:<br/>President Kemal Kılıçdaroğlu (in critical condition)<br/>8 Presidential guards <br/>6 MiT agents<br/>12 service staff<br/>6 civilians</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>The men's plan had been to go into hiding in the ship.Then escape through with the help of a special item in the bottom of the ship.Yet, now, with Turkish authorities closing in, that didn't seem like an option. They would be found. The two men, Midiam and Hidalgo, were their names. Carlos was a young man of about 22 who had been recruited only a few months ago in Russia, he was ethnically Russian, and had been transferred to Turkey.Hidalgo was an older veteran of the Cartels. He helped the Mexican government bring the attempted revolution by the Cartels down. He was now regarded a war hero. Now, as they recovered from their harsh landing, they also needed to decide their next course of action.<br/><br/>""Fuck!Fuck!What do we do now!"" Midiam freaked out with his accent.<br/><br/>""Calm down.We can make it....We got to follow the plan.""Hidalgo tried to calm Midiam down.<br/><br/>""They'll find us before we get a foot into international waters.""<br/><br/>""Okay,okay.CALM DOWN,DAMMIT!Get into the bottom and continue the plan.Just go and dont come back for me,ill be fine.Trust me and shut up!""<br/><br/>Midiam understood when his mentor didn't want to argue further and ran downstairs, pushing civilians out of the way.Hidalgo got to work, pulling out a c4 and attaching it to the containers which were labeled with the logo of an petroleum company.Then, he went a floor down and attached another to the wall just below the waterline. Bearing a M1911, he charged to the bridge of the ship and held the men at gunpoint. He knocked some unconscious before he ordered the captain to the wheel. The Sikorsky started to rope in troops. He radioed the frigate, telling it to stand by. Hidalgo ordered the captain to steer the ship towards the frigate at regular speed.Hidalgo held a gun aimed at the captain's head and his other hand held the detonator, hidden in his pocket.<br/><br/><br/>Meanwhile, downstairs, Midiam had gotten into scuba gear and had gotten into a small SEAL Delivery Vehicle. This ship in particular had been chosen as an escape for a reason. He climbed on and plunged into the blue deep, going as far down as possible and heading towards the Bulgarian coast."
2624,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1275,2015-01-17T14:59:00,Pimps Inc,"<blockquote><div><cite>Elepis <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=23166706#p23166706"">wrote</a>:</cite>Following the attacks on Istanbul, the Prime Minister declared a top level state of emergency. 30,000 reserve troops have been called up and have been assigned to Izmir, Istanbul, Ankara and other major cities. The Gendarmerie General Command has been authorized to search every house suspected of harboring terrorists as soon as possible. Also the illegal sale and ownership of guns, explosives and other and weapons has been made a top level crime, punishable by an unlimited prison sentence. The National Intelligence Organization has stepped up funding electronic warfare and terrorism as well. Now for the first time since the 1970's, a crime now carry's the death penalty. Terrorism and suspected Terrorism are now punishable by death by firing squad and will be until the state of emergency is lifted.<br/><br/>However it is not all doom and gloom, the laws against insulting the president (brought it under the AKP government) have been lifted along with the ban on a number of ""inflammatory"" texts. The huge presidential palace in Ankara, built by the AKP government has now been turned in to a science &amp; natural history museum. The Presidential residence has been moved back to the much smaller Çankaya Köşkü palace. <br/><br/>Areas a substantial increase in security:<br/><br/>Atatürk Dam<br/>Deriner Dam<br/>Ilısu Dam<br/>Keban Dam<br/>Çatalan Dam<br/>Izmir GMR<br/>Istanbul GMR<br/>Ankara GMP<br/>Samson GMR<br/>Adana GMR <br/>Kurdistan Autonomous Region<br/>Van Nuclear Complex<br/>(there are more, these are just the main ones)<br/><br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://images.alarabiya.net/23/37/640x392_61626_235756.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Increased defenses at Ataturk dam</a><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">9:00 AM news<br/><br/>Good morning people of Turkey. Today was meant to be a step towards peace in Europe. The leaders of Turkey, Serbia, FAK and Germany came to Istanbul to try and stop the cartel threat to Europe. However, 1 hour in to the meeting, terrorists fired two rockets at the building the talks were being held at, murdering 19 innocent people, including 12 civilians. The President himself is in critical condition in hospital and the Prime Minister who was given emergency powers by the Grand National Assembly said this at a press conference:<br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><br/>Fellow Citizens of Turkey and the world.<br/><br/>Today was meant to be a day of peace and cooperation in Europe to help counter those who would seek to enslave and murder us. However it ended in the massacre of 19 innocent people. The two main suspects for this attack are the so called WFA and the Mexican crime barons. These people seek to subjugate and enslave us and today they showed that they will murder us as well. These criminals and terrorists who claim to want to liberate the people of the world have committed one of the most devastating terrorist attack in our history, they have murdered women and children in cold blood, they are willing to kill us all so they can achieve world domination.<br/><br/>Turkey will not stand for this! Turkey will never stand for this! Turkey will hunt down and bring to justice those who killed 3 year old Mustafa, 80 year old Sabin, 28 year old Murad and many more. <br/><br/>The hunt has begun to find the creatures behind this horrific act. I have directed the full resources of our intelligence and law enforcement agency's to track down these murderers and terrorists. We will make no distinction between the terrorists who committed these acts and those who harbor them.<br/><br/>This is a day when all people of Turkey from every walk of life unite in our resolve for justice and peace. Turkey has stood down enemies before, and we will do so this time. None of us will ever forget this day, yet we go forward to defend freedom and all that is good and just in our world<br/><br/>Thank you and Long Live Turkey <br/></span></blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/><div align=""center"">[EMERGENCY BROADCAST SYSTEM IN MOTION]</div><br/><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://theworldsbestever.s3.amazonaws.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/mexican-cartel-violence.jpg""/></div><br/>*Images from the Mexican,Colombian,Argentinian,and Brazilian Drug War of the 2020s appear:shootings,corpses,burning buildings.Then picture cuts to a man wearing a mask of the Thalia Muse with decals of a flaming US/Mexican flag.*<br/><br/>We have only recently heard of the casualty list of the attacks. Although we did not commit this act, we offer our condolences to the families and friends of Mustafa , Sabin, and Murad. We would like to pay reparations to the families of the civilians and staff, including guards. However, we will not offer anything to the heads of states that died or were severely injured. Had they heeded our warnings, there wouldn't have been any bloodshed. They allowed civilians to be near a possible military target. They did not even try to rescue the family of four in our possession. Not even an attempt. They do not care for you, why should you care for them. Why should you help them?!<br/><br/>We are not trying to win your hearts by making us look as knights in golden armor. We are not the ""good guys"" and neither are them. There is no good left in this world. So choose the lesser of two evils would be the better choice.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 130%; line-height: 116%;"">""SANGRE O LIBERTAD!""</span></div><br/>*The man slams his hands together and the image is replaced by the Flag of Mexico and then the Cartel's flag,then a modified coat of arms of Mexico.""<br/><br/>*The Mexican anthem plays in the background of a compilation of videos and pictures taken of the Drug Wars in the Americas.*<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">War, war without quarter to any who dare<br/>to tarnish the coats of arms of the country!</span><br/>*videos of firefights between the army and cartels are shown*<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">War, war! Let the national banners<br/>be soaked in waves of blood.</span><br/>*pictures of the UN flags in front of the United Nations Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean building on fire*<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">War, war! In the mountain, in the valley,<br/>let the cannons thunder in horrid unison<br/>and may the sonorous echoes resound<br/>with cries of Union! Liberty!</span><br/>*Videos of jet fighters,artillery,and other weaponry used in the Drug Wars are shown*<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">O, Fatherland, ere your children, defenseless<br/>bend their neck beneath the yoke,<br/>may your fields be watered with blood,<br/>may their foot be printed in blood.</span><br/>*Videos of destroyed and burning European villages,fields,and forests during WW2 are shown<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">And may your temples, palaces and towers<br/>collapse with horrid clamor,</span><br/>*videos of destroyed buildings are shown*<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">and may their ruins continue on, saying:<br/>Of one thousand heroes, here the Fatherland began...........</span><br/>*a view of the Normandy American Cemetery and Memorial is shown*<br/>[align=center]<img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/9/90/Coat_of_Arms_of_the_First_Mexican_Empire.svg/311px-Coat_of_Arms_of_the_First_Mexican_Empire.svg.png""/>"
2625,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1275,2015-01-17T15:41:00,Elepis,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To people of Turkey<br/><br/>Crocodile tears.<br/><br/>That is what they call it, when a murderer cries at his trial. That is what the Mexican Cartels are doing. Crocodile tears and lies. Any native Istanbul resident knows the Municipal House is built next to a residential district. Of cause we allowed the civilians yo stay in there homes, were we meant to evict them for a week? The Mexican's new this yet they fired directly at the west side of the building, the area next to the residential area. They also say we did not try to rescue anyone. We did, we rescued 6 civilians, including a pregnant women form there homes which had been fired upon. We saved 6 people from Mexican rockets, but the Mexicans still managed to kill 4. This shows the cartels have no respect for human life and will kill us all unless we become there slaves. Or we can fight<br/><br/>Turkey will fight! Turkey will never be enslaved! Long Live Turkey!<br/><br/>Prime Minister of Turkey</blockquote>"
2626,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1275,2015-01-17T16:08:00,Of The Rnclave,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=23171628#p23171628"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Elepis <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=23166306#p23166306"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Golden Horn</span><br/><br/>2 GGC Otokar Cobras charged down Kemeralti street towards the port of Istanbul, in front of them they could see the VW Beetle, one Cobra let off a burst with its 50 caliber gun but the VW swerved around a corner before the bullets reached it. The Cobra's turned the corner to see the VW accelerate down hill towards the port. The Cobra's accelerated down the wide boulevard towards the VW but the VW's head start gave it the advantage and it managed to get on to the bridge spanning the horn. However another Cobra was coming along from Fatih, the VW was trapped but then it swerved off the bridge, going over the edge on to a waiting Greek container ship. The GGC troops on the bridge shouted at the ship to stop but it carried on, out in to the Bosporus. The troops, realizing the chase was over for them, rang the MiT directorate.<br/><br/>The MiT hearing the news, dispatched two Sikorsky SH-60 Seahawk maritime helicopters carrying 5 naval special forces each and one Ada class Frigate towards the Greek cargo ship. The ship had now left the Bosporus and had rounded Fatih peninsular in to the Sea of Marmara. Now however the two Seahawk's and frigate had caught up with it. The frigate radioed the cargo ship ordering it to stop and the marines on the Seahawk began fast roping on to the cargo ship's deck<br/><br/>Causalities of attack:<br/>Dead:<br/>4 Presidential Guards <br/>3 MiT agents<br/>8 service staff <br/>4 civilians <br/><br/>Injured:<br/>President Kemal Kılıçdaroğlu (in critical condition)<br/>8 Presidential guards <br/>6 MiT agents<br/>12 service staff<br/>6 civilians</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>The men's plan had been to go into hiding in the ship.Then escape through with the help of a special item in the bottom of the ship.Yet, now, with Turkish authorities closing in, that didn't seem like an option. They would be found. The two men, Midiam and Hidalgo, were their names. Carlos was a young man of about 22 who had been recruited only a few months ago in Russia, he was ethnically Russian, and had been transferred to Turkey.Hidalgo was an older veteran of the Cartels. He helped the Mexican government bring the attempted revolution by the Cartels down. He was now regarded a war hero. Now, as they recovered from their harsh landing, they also needed to decide their next course of action.<br/><br/>""Fuck!Fuck!What do we do now!"" Midiam freaked out with his accent.<br/><br/>""Calm down.We can make it....We got to follow the plan.""Hidalgo tried to calm Midiam down.<br/><br/>""They'll find us before we get a foot into international waters.""<br/><br/>""Okay,okay.CALM DOWN,DAMMIT!Get into the bottom and continue the plan.Just go and dont come back for me,ill be fine.Trust me and shut up!""<br/><br/>Midiam understood when his mentor didn't want to argue further and ran downstairs, pushing civilians out of the way.Hidalgo got to work, pulling out a c4 and attaching it to the containers which were labeled with the logo of an petroleum company.Then, he went a floor down and attached another to the wall just below the waterline. Bearing a M1911, he charged to the bridge of the ship and held the men at gunpoint. He knocked some unconscious before he ordered the captain to the wheel. The Sikorsky started to rope in troops. He radioed the frigate, telling it to stand by. Hidalgo ordered the captain to steer the ship towards the frigate at regular speed.Hidalgo held a gun aimed at the captain's head and his other hand held the detonator, hidden in his pocket.<br/><br/><br/>Meanwhile, downstairs, Midiam had gotten into scuba gear and had gotten into a small SEAL Delivery Vehicle. This ship in particular had been chosen as an escape for a reason. He climbed on and plunged into the blue deep, going as far down as possible and heading towards the Bulgarian coast.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The Captain and his men sprinted along to the edge of the bay, seeing the large ship leaving. Dropping to a knee, he pulled a small case of his pack, popping it open. Gripping a long 16 in barrel, he unscrewed the current barrel of his Xm8, replacing it wight he longer barrel. Sliding off his holographic sight, he slid on a 100x scope, quickly checking adjustments and pulling a slide on the side of the scope, the inside rings turning a bright blue. The bright blue was to signify the scope connecting to the satellite, which would assist in aiming and checking flight patterns.<br/><br/>""The rest of you hurry ahead and see if you can catch a ride to the boat and see if you can get a better shot, I'll try my chances. Tapping the screen of the device on his arm, he connected his comm to the radio of the boat, to address the men aboard, hopefully they would listen to reason. Lining up his rifle according to the satellite, he put the crosshair on the mans chest. Clicking on his radio he spoke "" Hey. I don't keno you and frankly I don't care. You've killed quite a few people today, but maybe, if you give yourself up, me and my men can negotiate for you, how's that sound?"" He asked as he put his finger gently against the trigger and readied to fire."
2627,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1275,2015-01-17T16:20:00,Pimps Inc,"<blockquote><div><cite>Of The Rnclave <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=23173073#p23173073"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=23171628#p23171628"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><br/>The men's plan had been to go into hiding in the ship.Then escape through with the help of a special item in the bottom of the ship.Yet, now, with Turkish authorities closing in, that didn't seem like an option. They would be found. The two men, Midiam and Hidalgo, were their names. Carlos was a young man of about 22 who had been recruited only a few months ago in Russia, he was ethnically Russian, and had been transferred to Turkey.Hidalgo was an older veteran of the Cartels. He helped the Mexican government bring the attempted revolution by the Cartels down. He was now regarded a war hero. Now, as they recovered from their harsh landing, they also needed to decide their next course of action.<br/><br/>""Fuck!Fuck!What do we do now!"" Midiam freaked out with his accent.<br/><br/>""Calm down.We can make it....We got to follow the plan.""Hidalgo tried to calm Midiam down.<br/><br/>""They'll find us before we get a foot into international waters.""<br/><br/>""Okay,okay.CALM DOWN,DAMMIT!Get into the bottom and continue the plan.Just go and dont come back for me,ill be fine.Trust me and shut up!""<br/><br/>Midiam understood when his mentor didn't want to argue further and ran downstairs, pushing civilians out of the way.Hidalgo got to work, pulling out a c4 and attaching it to the containers which were labeled with the logo of an petroleum company.Then, he went a floor down and attached another to the wall just below the waterline. Bearing a M1911, he charged to the bridge of the ship and held the men at gunpoint. He knocked some unconscious before he ordered the captain to the wheel. The Sikorsky started to rope in troops. He radioed the frigate, telling it to stand by. Hidalgo ordered the captain to steer the ship towards the frigate at regular speed.Hidalgo held a gun aimed at the captain's head and his other hand held the detonator, hidden in his pocket.<br/><br/><br/>Meanwhile, downstairs, Midiam had gotten into scuba gear and had gotten into a small SEAL Delivery Vehicle. This ship in particular had been chosen as an escape for a reason. He climbed on and plunged into the blue deep, going as far down as possible and heading towards the Bulgarian coast.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The Captain and his men sprinted along to the edge of the bay, seeing the large ship leaving. Dropping to a knee, he pulled a small case of his pack, popping it open. Gripping a long 16 in barrel, he unscrewed the current barrel of his Xm8, replacing it wight he longer barrel. Sliding off his holographic sight, he slid on a 100x scope, quickly checking adjustments and pulling a slide on the side of the scope, the inside rings turning a bright blue. The bright blue was to signify the scope connecting to the satellite, which would assist in aiming and checking flight patterns.<br/><br/>""The rest of you hurry ahead and see if you can catch a ride to the boat and see if you can get a better shot, I'll try my chances. Tapping the screen of the device on his arm, he connected his comm to the radio of the boat, to address the men aboard, hopefully they would listen to reason. Lining up his rifle according to the satellite, he put the crosshair on the mans chest. Clicking on his radio he spoke "" Hey. I don't keno you and frankly I don't care. You've killed quite a few people today, but maybe, if you give yourself up, me and my men can negotiate for you, how's that sound?"" He asked as he put his finger gently against the trigger and readied to fire.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Hidalgo only squeezed the gun against the captain's skull.<br/>""You Americans don't have any respect for life.You should be ashamed of your ethnicity.But do not worry, soon the lost Empire will rise again.This will show you how dangerous we are.""<br/>The<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ore-bulk-oil_carrier"" rel=""nofollow"">ship</a>sped at 15.5 knots at the frigate, while the Ada-class is only capable of 15.Soon, the ship was almost next to the frigate, which had been directed at the ship.<br/>""Long live_<br/>Hidalgo squeezed the detonator.<br/>The 2 C4 packages exploded, igniting the oil and causing huge explosion.160,000 tonnes of explosive cargo went off, the flames consuming the nearby frigate and helicopter, killing all on board.The wave of force hit the frigate, sending it veering and hopefully sinking it.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 170%; line-height: 116%;"">Bank of Mexico,Mexico City</span><br/>The Bank of Mexico, following orders from the president, have commenced production of the New Peso(Nuevo Peso).The transition is being done both by having the people trade in their old notes, and by removing the old notes from circulation at the banks, over a period of three years from January 1,2025 to January 1, 2027. In January, President Vicente Juarez de Santa Anna (OCC:Agent Juarez became president recently)stripped one zero from the peso, creating a parity of $1 New Peso for $10,000 of the old ones.In March, coins of the new currency (dated 2025) are being issued in denominations of 10, 20 and 50 centavos, 1, 2, 5, 10, 20 and 50 nuevos pesos. The 5 and 10 centavos were minted in stainless steel and the 20 and 50 centavos in aluminium bronze. The nuevo peso denominations were bimetallic, with the 1, 2 and 5 nuevos pesos having aluminium bronze centres and stainless steel rings, and the 10, 20 and 50 nuevos pesos having .925 silver centers and aluminium bronze rings. The 2, 5, and 10-peso coins are the only currently circulating coinage in the world to contain any silver.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">WIP</span>"
2628,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1275,2015-01-17T17:39:00,Tyben,"<span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia</span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""https://westernrifleshooters.files.wordpress.com/2011/04/saudiarabiaflag1.png""/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">""There is no god but God""</span></span></div></span><br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Riyadh, Capital Province, Saudi Arabia</span><br/><br/>The press filled in the area below the stage, rows upon rows of men sitting with cameras and recorders to listen to the declaration by the king of Saudi Arabia, Abdullah Ibn Abdilaziz, the 120 year old monarch of the Arab nation. This was the first time within 15 years that the king had called upon the press for a public address, his health had much deteriorated in that time, and he was a shadow of his former self.<br/><br/>Despite the excellent level of health care he had received, Abdullah was barely alive, his breaths were long and labored and his skin had sunken, he was little more than a skeleton. A shocked air sat over the room, both at his appearance and the fact that he even called for a public address after such a long period of time. The proud Arab people watched on their televisions at home, too, waiting for what their leader, their king, was willing to risk his health to say.<br/><br/>To the left and right of the king, grandsons sat, since outliving his sons, they were his only living relatives capable of taking his throne after his death. Even still, most of the men were within their 40s or 50s, far past the vigor of youth and into the dull life of old age. The number of children was astounding, with approximately 40 men sitting on the stage around the king, with the most senior being closest to the king and the youngest being farthest away.<br/><br/>The few sounds that were still heard fell silent as Salman, one of the younger grandsons of Abdullah, assisted him from his seat and led him to the podium that stood at the forefront of the stage. Many of his cousins and brothers looked upon Salman jealously as he helped the elderly Abdullah up, the impertinence that he had shown to his elder cousins was quite great to do so instead of them.<br/><br/>The labored breaths and wheezing of the elder king could be heard as he was led to the podium, where he stood for a few moments regaining his breath before speaking to the audience that had assembled to hear the words of the mighty ruler. The wrinkled man licked his lips before he began speaking; sweating profusely from the effort it had taken him to rise and stand to speak to the crowd.<br/><br/>It has come to my attention that this great nation, the mighty nation of the Arabic people and of the Islamic religion, has been threatened by the age of its rulers, the lack of vigor among myself and my predecessor must be remedied, as such instead of selecting my next heir apparent based upon seniority of age, I will do so based upon the merit which they have shown and the level at which they have performed their duties in the past, along with their intelligence and personal magnetism, because of this, I have only found it right to select the eldest son of my 2nd son’s 25th son, Salman bin Sultan ibn Salman bin Abdullah ibn Abdul Al Saud, a prince notable both for his intellectual merit as well as the loyalty he has inspired in the majority of his younger brothers, as well as his strong ties and ability to influence policies in the western world through diplomacy. Because of this, Salman will be the heir to the throne of Saudi Arabia and the representation of the royal family of Saudi Arabia in all matters in which he participates.”<br/><br/>The people in the room exploded from their seats, asking thousands of questions from why did he pick one of his younger descendants to what particular properties did Salman have that stood out and what this meant for Salman’s elders who would’ve been ahead of his in the line of succession if he had not just been declared heir apparent.<br/><br/>Almost simultaneously, the cousins and brothers on the stage jumped to their feet in a heated argument, the robed princes burst into combat with many of the princes throwing punches at one another as the stage suddenly turned into a warzone among the royal brethren of the Al Saud family. Several of the elder princes attempted to throw Salman off the stage but missed him as he dodged out of the way, causing them to tumble into the media below.<br/><br/>The shaking figure of Abdullah collapsed to the ground, as his body started spasming, meanwhile the princes completely ignored this, instead preferring to continue their brutal assaults on each other, some of them even trampling over the figure of their grandfather without giving it much, if any, thought.<br/><br/>As the brawl continued, Prince Salman realized what had occurred to his great grandfather and fell to his side, holding his hand while he used to the other to order the Royal Guard of House Al Saud onto the stage to break up and detain his brothers and to assist his great grandfather reach medical attention before his death.<br/><br/>Dozens of soldiers in the uniform of the royal guard rushed up onto stage under the order of the prince, grabbing princes and pulling them apart restraining them so they could not continue their abuse of one another while another small cohort of the royal guard rushed to aid the king. While this occurred, other military officers hurried the press from the room, realizing the political damage this would cause for the Al Saud family.<br/><br/>As the fighting was finally broken up, an enraged Salman rose to his feet, “Imprison all of them, they’ve put our great grandfather and our entire country and future at risk, they are not ready to be treated as the princes they are.” The Royal Guard gave a curt response of ‘yes sir’ before performing his bidding, as the shocked princes were herded out of the room."
2629,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1275,2015-01-18T09:54:00,The North German Commonwealth,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320870&amp;p=23163287#p23163287"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center"">[EMERGENCY BROADCAST SYSTEM IN MOTION]</div><br/><br/><div align=""center"">(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://theworldsbestever.s3.amazonaws.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/mexican-cartel-violence.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div><br/>*Images from the Mexican,Colombian,Argentinian,and Brazilian Drug War of the 2020s appear:shootings,corpses,burning buildings.Then picture cuts to a man wearing a mask of the Thalia Muse with decals of a flaming US/Mexican flag.*<br/><br/>Today,the Republic of Turkey was put under a state of emergency.An attack from the WFA was the reason.The municipal house was being used by many European leaders who wanted to continue their agression against us.The building had been deemed ""the safest place in Europe."" by the Turkish government.So, now I ask you European leaders,who are still recovering from your burn wounds and internal bleeding: DO you feel safe?Your defenses were laughed at and made a mockery of.Your army had no way to respond and those werent even our forces.We are just as deadly, if not more, as the WFA.<br/><br/>Now,to the people of Europe.You all most likely think of us as murders.Rapists.Drug dealers.Criminals,but......are your governments any different?Remember the family I showed before?I warned that if aggression against continued,we would kill them.Europe continued.....<br/><br/>*The camera zooms out to show the family,in fresh clothes and clean, but still with a sense of fear, only a smaller one.*<br/><br/>""Yes,they are fine.The girl's name is Julia.Come here girl.""<br/><br/>*The girl of about 9 hesitated at first but slowly shuffled to the man.*<br/>""How are you?Tell the people what it is you want more than anything,Julia.Go on,don't be shy.You already know we wont hurt you.""The man said in a softer voice.<br/><br/>The girl started to cry quietly but managed to control herself enough to speak.<br/>""I....I just want to go home.""<br/>She begins to cry a little harder before her mother takes her into her arms.The man then addresses the camera again, back in a stronger and fierce voice.<br/><br/>""Aren't you all just moved and wish her and her family a safe journey home?Because your governments don't.They didn't care that we would have killed Julia and her family.They carried on.Why? Because they think we threaten their empire of corruption and selfishness.Now,we know that the news about corrupt governments isnt really new but, why should you give them power over you when all they care about is themselves.You must be thinking well what about you.Well,eve though we are killers,we donate to charity.We help our communities with at least some of the drug money we earn.When's the last time your leaders did anything for you?Lowering taxes?Please.So,I ask you, as a fellow citizen and local drug dealer, do you want these people to decide what's best for you?I mean,you've probably heard of the revolution in Guinea.Have you thought why the government would allow Germany to take over, a nation that has relations with Guinea and could care less about them, instead of going to the UN or at least the US?Suspicious,I would say.Even more when New Guinea used to be a colony of the German Empire in the 19th century?Call me a conspirator but simply think about it.<br/><br/>Will you allow some corrupt and drug-fueled fools to rule you?Rise,people of Europe.....Rise.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 130%; line-height: 116%;"">""SANGRE O LIBERTAD!""</span></div><br/>*The man slams his hands together and the image is replaced by the Flag of Mexico and then the Cartel's flag,then a modified coat of arms of Mexico.""<br/><br/>*The Mexican anthem plays in the background of a compilation of videos and pictures taken of the Drug Wars in the Americas.*<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">War, war without quarter to any who dare<br/>to tarnish the coats of arms of the country!</span><br/>*videos of firefights between the army and cartels are shown*<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">War, war! Let the national banners<br/>be soaked in waves of blood.</span><br/>*pictures of the UN flags in front of the United Nations Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean building on fire*<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">War, war! In the mountain, in the valley,<br/>let the cannons thunder in horrid unison<br/>and may the sonorous echoes resound<br/>with cries of Union! Liberty!</span><br/>*Videos of jet fighters,artillery,and other weaponry used in the Drug Wars are shown*<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">O, Fatherland, ere your children, defenseless<br/>bend their neck beneath the yoke,<br/>may your fields be watered with blood,<br/>may their foot be printed in blood.</span><br/>*Videos of destroyed and burning European villages,fields,and forests during WW2 are shown<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">And may your temples, palaces and towers<br/>collapse with horrid clamor,</span><br/>*videos of destroyed buildings are shown*<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">and may their ruins continue on, saying:<br/>Of one thousand heroes, here the Fatherland began...........</span><br/>*a view of the Normandy American Cemetery and Memorial is shown*<br/><div align=""center"">(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/9/90/Coat_of_Arms_of_the_First_Mexican_Empire.svg/311px-Coat_of_Arms_of_the_First_Mexican_Empire.svg.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div></div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Albanian Federal Broadcast System</span><br/>(Albanian National Anthem plays, Flag and Coat of Arms are shown and fade away, replaced wit the words ""Shqipëria Përgjithmonë"", or ""Albania Forever"". The words fade away, and The Prime Minister is shown.)<br/>""Hello. Yes, I am currently sitting among the rubble of a building in Constantinople, more widely known as Istanbul, that was destroyed. However injured I am, I will not stop to lick my wounds. For if I stop to lick mine, the enemy can lick there's as well. I have come on the air today to deliver a message to the Cartels. Pass this on to the family. Particularly Julia. I want you to know that we have not forgotten you. Be strong, and stay safe. We will help you get home safely. If this means making a deal with The Cartels, so be it. I will negotiate with them. Send someone, anyone, to make a deal with The Federation. Just do not hurt that family. To Julia: You must stay strong. You are about 9 years old, correct? We will save you. And your family. Stay brave, Julia. I see a bright future for you. Specifically to the Cartels: hurt those people, and Albania will hunt down the cartels and destroy them. You have my word.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">End Broadcast</span>"
2630,2016: A World Divided (Reboot/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320870&start=1275,2015-01-18T13:10:00,Mattijana,"The Koreans seemed to have recovered from the war. Northern provinces were gradually becoming opened and the far North seemed clean of disease. The corridor was widened to encourage more traffic from Korea to the Krenzian Union. The South Korean mining industry was prospecting in Northern areas with some success and building projects as well as factorys. One of the more important projects though was education to the subsistence farmers with instructions on how to modernise and join the United Korea. The city of Pyongyang would receive a little work, but more would go to others such as Hamhung, which were old and damaged by war.<br/><br/>A project in Pyongyang was the completion of the Ryugyong hotel. If completed, it was the tallest structure in North Korea and is now the tallest on the Korean Peninsula.<br/><br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://all-that-is-interesting.com/the-transformation-of-the-worlds-worst-building"" rel=""nofollow"">http://all-that-is-interesting.com/the-transformation-of-the-worlds-worst-building</a>"
2631,GTA: Liberty City Stories (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320901,2014-11-21T05:25:00,The NAR,"Liberty City is a city of corruption, greed, violence, and destruction. It is home to corrupt Cops and Politicians, foreign Mafia's, Italian Mafia's, and just plain bad people. The land itself has not escaped bloodshed since its founding over 300 years ago, and many believe it will never recover. I mean, be realistic, this is Liberty City...<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Gambetti Crime Family:</span></span>The Gambetti crime family are the strongest and most-powerful of the Liberty City Cosa Nostra families in The Commission during Grand Theft Auto IV, led by mafia Don Jon Gravelli since 1978. They are based in Broker, Dukes, and Algonquin. They are most likely the strongest gang in Liberty City. They are possibly, the most legitimate Family since they have many businesses spreading all over the city. According to Gravelli they have controlled many lucrative rackets including windows, bus lines and cleaning since 1958. It is unknown if they also control parts of Alderney but this is most unlikely because the Ancelotti Family control parts of Alderney along with the Pegorino Family. It is a very big family, but with many unknown members. This particular mob family came into conflict with the Korean Mob, Ancelotti Family, and the Rascalov Family, formerly known as Faustin Family led by Dimitri Rascalov.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Pavano Crime Family:</span></span>The Pavano crime family is the second-most powerful of the Mafia families on the Liberty City Commission. The Pavano's are primarily based in Algonquin. The family is said to be controlled by 60 year old Mary Valvona, along with her 40-year-old ex-lover Arthur Zepulla who is the family's official consigliere. Mary Valvona and Zepulla are suspects in the murder of her former husband and boss Mario Valvona in the 1990s. The Street boss was Joe Corrola until his death in 2008. He was in charge of the family's heroin distribution ring. Mario Venturella is the longest lasting lovers of Mary and is an Algonquin based cat-burglar. Vito Menotti, a former Pavano hitman turned states against them in 2008.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Messina Crime Family:</span></span>The Messina crime family is the third most-powerful of the Mafia families based in Liberty City, and part of the Cosa Nostra Commission. The Messina syndicate is based in Algonquin and Dukes, but also controls Little Italy alongside the other families. The family is believed to be led by Harvey Noto, who was able to establish himself at the top of the organization after a long and bloody power struggle. Mark Volpe is a Capo whilst Fredo Volpe, another Capo and brother of Mark, has been a police informant since 1998. Harry Hall is the Underboss/Consigliere of the Messina family.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Lupisella Crime Family:</span></span>The Lupisella crime family is the fourth-most powerful Mafia family of the Liberty City Commission. The Lupisella family operate in Bohan, Liberty City.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Ancelotti Crime Family:</span></span>The Ancelottis are the weakest family on the Commission, which leads them to depend on Albanian Muscle to back them up. There isn't much else to say...<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">In addition to the above, there are various other Russian, Irish, blah blah black sheep... </span></span><br/><br/>You live in Liberty City. You may be a Mobster, a corrupt cop, a good cop, maybe a civilian trying to get by. It's all up to you...<br/><br/>RULES:<br/>*Nobody can be the Don of a Crime Family<br/>*No godmodding<br/>*No meta gaming<br/>*Swear as much as you fucking want<br/>*No spawnig badass cars<br/>*Be fair<br/><br/>OOC:<a class=""postlink-local"" href=""http://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320778"">viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320778</a>"
2632,GTA: Liberty City Stories (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320901,2014-11-21T05:30:00,The NAR,"Michael sat down painfully at the Irish Bar just near the Meat Quarter. It was owned by some small-time Irish Mob, but Michael could care less. He gulped down his beer as the visions of war flashed through his mind. He'd just killed a man, and guilt sank deep into his soul. ""Hey, fucker. I told you not to come back here!"" yelled the bartender. Michael looked up. ""Fuck you, Peter. I pay for my shit"". ""I don't no fucking Gambetti Prick in my bar, understand"" he asked, angry. Michael made the 'jerk off' hand motion. ""Blow me, Pete"".<br/><br/>The man flipped Michael the bird and walked away, stomping as he did. ""...asshole"" Michael mumbled, annoyed."
2633,GTA: Liberty City Stories (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320901,2014-11-21T05:44:00,New Jordslag,"Jamie was lost. Not 'separated from your Boy scout troop and unable to find them' lost. He was 'My friends are either also lost or arrested and I don't know where to go next' lost. And he wasn't in a great mood. Finally, he found a Irish Bar where he could drink down his sorrows... Wait. Shit. He was wearing his British Soldier uniform because he was on duty for the Gambetti. And he didn't know if these guys were Pro-IRA of not. Ach, well. You didn't get through life by refusing to take chances. He walked inside, saying: ""Bartender, pass me a cheap beer, will ya?"" Then he noticed Michael Shepard, a Respected member of the Gambetti. ""I assume your day isn't going well either?"" He asked.<br/><br/>Cornelia was riding her Motorcycle on a Road somewhere in Central Liberty City. And, as she always did when she wasn't acting, she was looking for her Brother. He had abandoned her at an Orphanage for her safety when she was only 16. He said Bad men were after them and that this would protect her. She wanted to thank him. Eventually, she was about to skirt a corner, when she almost hit this Irish looking lady. Of course, she braked in time. ""Sorry 'bout that."" She said. ""I'm looking for my Brother."""
2634,GTA: Liberty City Stories (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320901,2014-11-21T08:39:00,Grand Meeporia,"Erin had been crossing the busy street in Liberty city, the road was clear when she started walking, she'd been day dreaming about going home, rejoining the job she loved and having a family, a real, honest family. However her thoughts were interrupted abruptly when she leaped back from a motorcycle that barely stopped in time. ""Jesus christ!"" She cried out, looking angrily at the driver, her Celtic features creased in annoyance.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Could anybody in this bloody city drive?!</span>She asked herself, probably due to the policing, which she considered horrific compared to the professionalism she knew back home.<br/><br/>""Your brother?"" She raised an eyebrow then sighed, wondering what the women expected her to do about it. ""She stepped back onto the pavement and folded her arms, she wore a a small leather jacket, unzipped with a black shirt and jeans. A small tattoo of a Celtic cross was on her wrist and she wore a delicate, silver cross around her neck. She was heading the local bar, after finishing up at her work place. She did security for a local casino, seeing as she wasn't a US citizen and was unable to join the force."
2635,GTA: Liberty City Stories (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320901,2014-11-21T09:10:00,The NAR,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Jordslag <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320901&amp;p=22512243#p22512243"">wrote</a>:</cite>Jamie was lost. Not 'separated from your Boy scout troop and unable to find them' lost. He was 'My friends are either also lost or arrested and I don't know where to go next' lost. And he wasn't in a great mood. Finally, he found a Irish Bar where he could drink down his sorrows... Wait. Shit. He was wearing his British Soldier uniform because he was on duty for the Gambetti. And he didn't know if these guys were Pro-IRA of not. Ach, well. You didn't get through life by refusing to take chances. He walked inside, saying: ""Bartender, pass me a cheap beer, will ya?"" Then he noticed Michael Shepard, a Respected member of the Gambetti. ""I assume your day isn't going well either?"" He asked.<br/><br/>Cornelia was riding her Motorcycle on a Road somewhere in Central Liberty City. And, as she always did when she wasn't acting, she was looking for her Brother. He had abandoned her at an Orphanage for her safety when she was only 16. He said Bad men were after them and that this would protect her. She wanted to thank him. Eventually, she was about to skirt a corner, when she almost hit this Irish looking lady. Of course, she braked in time. ""Sorry 'bout that."" She said. ""I'm looking for my Brother.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Michael turned to respond to the man, who he only had heard about from some other guys in the Family. Apparently he was a Mercenary for the Gambetti Family- his family. ""Eh"" Michael said. ""Business as usual, you know? Still alone, still... yeah. How about you?"". It was a little odd for Michael, he was the only American Citizen in the bar, and spoke with an American Accent. Everyone else spoke in an Irish or British accent. Michael took a sip of his beer; a tiny drop fell onto his silver suit. ""Damn it"" Michael mumbled."
2636,GTA: Liberty City Stories (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320901,2014-11-21T14:02:00,New Jordslag,"Jamie nodded in understanding. ""I get it, man. You know, this whole Gang warfare thing is damn similar to the 'Troubles' back in North Ireland. Damn place was a hellhole. I was here with my fellow Ex-Soldiers working fir your family, yeah? And suddenly, I got seperated from them. And now I can't find my way back. You clear-headed enough to find Gambetti HQ, man?""<br/><br/>""Yeah, he's an Ex-British Soldier from London. Our house was burned down by Gangsters, he dropped me off at an Orphanage and I've been looking for him ever since. Still, sorry for almost running you over. I'm Cornelia Evans, famous British actor. You need a ride?"""
2637,GTA: Liberty City Stories (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320901,2014-11-21T14:08:00,The NAR,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Jordslag <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320901&amp;p=22515886#p22515886"">wrote</a>:</cite>Jamie nodded in understanding. ""I get it, man. You know, this whole Gang warfare thing is damn similar to the 'Troubles' back in North Ireland. Damn place was a hellhole. I was here with my fellow Ex-Soldiers working fir your family, yeah? And suddenly, I got seperated from them. And now I can't find my way back. You clear-headed enough to find Gambetti HQ, man?""<br/><br/>""Yeah, he's an Ex-British Soldier from London. Our house was burned down by Gangsters, he dropped me off at an Orphanage and I've been looking for him ever since. Still, sorry for almost running you over. I'm Cornelia Evans, famous British actor. You need a ride?""</div></blockquote><br/>Suddenly, Michael stood. His fist would crash into Jamie's face, forcing him to crash onto the ground. Michael took out his gun and put it up to Jamie's throat. ""Are you fucking stupid!?"" he yelled, the gun pressing against Jamie. ""NEVER talk about the Family! That's a pretty important fucking rule! Some fucker hears that, goes and snitches on us both, then guess what? We're screwed!"". Michael stood up, putting away his pistol. ""Use some common sense"""
2638,GTA: Liberty City Stories (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320901,2014-11-21T14:12:00,New Jordslag,"""I know this Irish bar. Trust me, man. We can talk about the Family all we want here, and as long as we don't lash too much cash or reveal too many important secrets, we are fine. Calm the hell down."" He got up. ""Unless you still want to fight, I'll be drinking right here. And if you ever want to answer my question, hopefully when you sober up, tell me."""
2639,GTA: Liberty City Stories (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320901,2014-11-21T14:17:00,The NAR,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Jordslag <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320901&amp;p=22516009#p22516009"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I know this Irish bar. Trust me, man. We can talk about the Family all we want here, and as long as we don't lash too much cash or reveal too many important secrets, we are fine. Calm the hell down."" He got up. ""Unless you still want to fight, I'll be drinking right here. And if you ever want to answer my question, hopefully when you sober up, tell me.""</div></blockquote><br/>Michael adjusted his suit's coat, coughing up some flem afterwards. Michael sat down. ""I'm not drunk, prick. This is my second drink"". After he was calm, Michael turned and spoke. ""Maybe I know something, but what's it to you. Why do you need to see the Big Man?"""
2640,GTA: Liberty City Stories (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320901,2014-11-21T14:21:00,New Jordslag,"""You say that like I want to. Well, I don't need to see him, but as I said, I'm lost and I can't find my Crew. We made a plan to go to Gambetti HQ should we get separated, because we make plans for everything. But I don't know where Gambetti HQ is. That's why I went into this bar in the first place; I saw you in here."" Jamie sips his beer, then slams it down. ""But God knows I didn't expect to get punched."""
2641,GTA: Liberty City Stories (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320901,2014-11-21T14:27:00,The NAR,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Jordslag <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320901&amp;p=22516135#p22516135"">wrote</a>:</cite>""You say that like I want to. Well, I don't need to see him, but as I said, I'm lost and I can't find my Crew. We made a plan to go to Gambetti HQ should we get separated, because we make plans for everything. But I don't know where Gambetti HQ is. That's why I went into this bar in the first place; I saw you in here."" Jamie sips his beer, then slams it down. ""But God knows I didn't expect to get punched.""</div></blockquote><br/>Michael sighed. ""Sorry, kid"". He took a sip of his beer. ""There are rules in this city, that's all. You can't go around blabbing your mouth. People talk, they talk a lot. Don't trust anyone"". He set his beer down. ""There is no HQ, you sound ridiculous. I stopped talking like that when I was discharged. God. I can get you a meeting with the Boss, but God help you, it better be something actually worth it"""
2642,GTA: Liberty City Stories (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320901,2014-11-21T14:51:00,New Jordslag,"<blockquote><div><cite>The NAR <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320901&amp;p=22516216#p22516216"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Jordslag <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320901&amp;p=22516135#p22516135"">wrote</a>:</cite>""You say that like I want to. Well, I don't need to see him, but as I said, I'm lost and I can't find my Crew. We made a plan to go to Gambetti HQ should we get separated, because we make plans for everything. But I don't know where Gambetti HQ is. That's why I went into this bar in the first place; I saw you in here."" Jamie sips his beer, then slams it down. ""But God knows I didn't expect to get punched.""</div></blockquote><br/>Michael sighed. ""Sorry, kid"". He took a sip of his beer. ""There are rules in this city, that's all. You can't go around blabbing your mouth. People talk, they talk a lot. Don't trust anyone"". He set his beer down. ""There is no HQ, you sound ridiculous. I stopped talking like that when I was discharged. God. I can get you a meeting with the Boss, but God help you, it better be something actually worth it""</div></blockquote><br/>""I can blab my mouth as much as I want. They aren't my secrets. They are Gambetti secrets. And for the record, nobody in this bar will reveal us. I have dirt on nearly all of them. Anyways, the notion that there is no HQ is ridiculous. Wherever there is the largest concentration of Gambetti Goons is the HQ. As for the boss, I see no need to speak to him."""
2643,GTA: Liberty City Stories (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320901,2014-11-21T14:52:00,The NAR,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Jordslag <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320901&amp;p=22516463#p22516463"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The NAR <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320901&amp;p=22516216#p22516216"">wrote</a>:</cite>Michael sighed. ""Sorry, kid"". He took a sip of his beer. ""There are rules in this city, that's all. You can't go around blabbing your mouth. People talk, they talk a lot. Don't trust anyone"". He set his beer down. ""There is no HQ, you sound ridiculous. I stopped talking like that when I was discharged. God. I can get you a meeting with the Boss, but God help you, it better be something actually worth it""</div></blockquote><br/>""I can blab my mouth as much as I want. They aren't my secrets. They are Gambetti secrets. And for the record, nobody in this bar will reveal us. I have dirt on nearly all of them. Anyways, the notion that there is no HQ is ridiculous. Wherever there is the largest concentration of Gambetti Goons is the HQ. As for the boss, I see no need to speak to him.""</div></blockquote><br/>Michael turned to Jamie with a look of complete annoyance. ""You better learn the rules soon, kid. Blab your mouth about the Family, you'll find yourself on the bottom of the river, you dig?"""
2644,GTA: Liberty City Stories (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320901,2014-11-21T14:55:00,New Jordslag,"""I dig, I dig. I wouldn't go blabbing in a dangerous place, of course not. You guys are my employers."" He leans in closer. ""So, where is the largest concentration of Gambetti Goons? And please don't tell me you don't know."""
2645,GTA: Liberty City Stories (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320901,2014-11-21T15:00:00,The NAR,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Jordslag <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320901&amp;p=22516504#p22516504"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I dig, I dig. I wouldn't go blabbing in a dangerous place, of course not. You guys are my employers."" He leans in closer. ""So, where is the largest concentration of Gambetti Goons? And please don't tell me you don't know.""</div></blockquote><br/>""We're everywhere, kid. There's no large concentration"". Michael pulled out a tablet of paper and a pen, then jotted down some words. He slid it to Jamie.<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>There's a House over in Broker. It's near the park. Nice, big house. Fancy shit. Go there, talk to Big Tony, he'll tell you what you need to know. Tell him Shepard sent you</div></blockquote>"
2646,GTA: Liberty City Stories (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320901,2014-11-21T15:09:00,New Jordslag,"Jamie nodded. ""Thanks, mate; I won't forget this. If you ever need some extra firepower, find a way to contact me. I'll try to help you. He grabbed the slip of paper, paid for his drink, and headed out for Broker.<br/><br/>Shortly afterwards, he arrived at Big Tony's house. He knocked on the door. ""'Ello, Shepard sent me and shit."""
2647,GTA: Liberty City Stories (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320901,2014-11-21T15:14:00,The NAR,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Jordslag <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320901&amp;p=22516697#p22516697"">wrote</a>:</cite>Jamie nodded. ""Thanks, mate; I won't forget this. If you ever need some extra firepower, find a way to contact me. I'll try to help you. He grabbed the slip of paper, paid for his drink, and headed out for Broker.<br/><br/>Shortly afterwards, he arrived at Big Tony's house. He knocked on the door. ""'Ello, Sheparf sent me and shit.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Big Tony</span><br/>He opened the door, his big belly hanging out. He was clearly a hardcore Italian, with the wife beater and gold necklace. ""Who the fuck is this?"" he asked, annoyed with the accent. ""Get the hell of my property you British piece of shit""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">MICHAEL</span><br/>Michael sat in the bar, alone. Lonely, like his nights in the desert. He had nobody, well, that he cared about. His brother Joey was a Cop, and his Brother William was a member of the Lost MC. His sister was the only sane one in the family- and she worked for the News Company. She was married to some fucking Pavano Thug in Little Italy. But, as of now, Michael was alone..."
2648,GTA: Liberty City Stories (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320901,2014-11-21T15:19:00,New Jordslag,"""My goddamn name is Jamie Evans, you fat pimp. And as I said, Shepard sent me. So I would appreciate it if you refrained from insulting me. Not like I goddamn WANT to be here."" He had his hand near Chipper, his knife, though not actively reaching for it, in case this bulge of fat decided to get Violent. ""I work for the Gambetti. Now let me in so we can have a civilized discussion."""
2649,GTA: Liberty City Stories (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320901,2014-11-21T15:24:00,The NAR,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Jordslag <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320901&amp;p=22516848#p22516848"">wrote</a>:</cite>""My goddamn name is Jamie Evans, you fat pimp. And as I said, Shepard sent me. So I would appreciate it if you refrained from insulting me. Not like I goddamn WANT to be here."" He had his hand near Chipper, his knife, though not actively reaching for it, in case this bulge of fat decided to get Violent. ""I work for the Gambetti. Now let me in so we can have a civilized discussion.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Shut your British face and learn some respect, boy. Come in"". Fat Tony proceeded to lead him through his house and into his office, which was decorated with pictures of Italy, guns, the Italian Flag, etc. ""Sit"" he ordered, then sitting down."
2650,GTA: Liberty City Stories (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320901,2014-11-21T16:17:00,The Underground Movement Union,"Ryan walked down the streets, to a Burger Shot. He opened the doors, walked inside and sat down at a table. He thought to himself, ""Today is too calm for a hell hole like this..."" Ryan sighed. He waited for someone to take his order."
2651,GTA: Liberty City Stories (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320901,2014-11-21T16:20:00,The NAR,"Daniel had been sitting down in a chair across from this man, looking over some notes for a new plan. He noticed that the man was just sitting there, waiting. ""If you want food, you gotta go up and order it. Never been to a fucking Burger Shot?"""
2652,GTA: Liberty City Stories (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320901,2014-11-21T16:42:00,The Underground Movement Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>The NAR <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320901&amp;p=22517600#p22517600"">wrote</a>:</cite>Daniel had been sitting down in a chair across from this man, looking over some notes for a new plan. He noticed that the man was just sitting there, waiting. ""If you want food, you gotta go up and order it. Never been to a fucking Burger Shot?""</div></blockquote><br/>""Nope... I don't go to fast food restaurant's often..."" He replied. ""Honestly I'm not here for food. I'm just, waiting for someone..."""
2653,GTA: Liberty City Stories (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320901,2014-11-21T16:45:00,The NAR,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Underground Movement Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320901&amp;p=22517880#p22517880"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The NAR <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320901&amp;p=22517600#p22517600"">wrote</a>:</cite>Daniel had been sitting down in a chair across from this man, looking over some notes for a new plan. He noticed that the man was just sitting there, waiting. ""If you want food, you gotta go up and order it. Never been to a fucking Burger Shot?""</div></blockquote><br/>""Nope... I don't go to fast food restaurant's often..."" He replied. ""Honestly I'm not here for food. I'm just, waiting for someone...""</div></blockquote><br/>Daniel stood up and adjusted his backpack. He walked over to a Police Officer, who was sitting in the corner, drinking a coffee. ""Excuse me"" he said. The Officer looked up. ""What?"". Daniel pulled out his pistol and fired, lodging a bullet in his chest. The officer coughed and gurgled, but Daniel shot him again. ""EPluribus Unum motherfucker"""
2654,GTA: Liberty City Stories (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320901,2014-11-21T18:24:00,Grand Meeporia,"She looked at the woman quietly then shook her head. ""Famous? Never heard of you love."" She said in a soft, but noticeable Irish accent. ""You ought to be careful who you go around yelling that to..."" She rolled her eyes, was this woman so naive? ""Thanks for the live story sweetheart, but no thanks. I'm just going to that bar across the road."" She told her, in a gentle way with a slight, playful smile. ""Hope you find your brother."" She said with a grin before shaking her head, rolling her eyes and heading onto the bar."
2655,GTA: Liberty City Stories (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320901,2014-11-21T18:33:00,The NAR,"Michael heard the door open, and turned to see who the next scum of the Earth was coming in. Instead of some drunk, he saw a beautiful woman walk in. Wonderful, golden blonde hair and glowing green eyes. She looked lost, as if everything was new. She seemed scared and alone, but confident at the same time. He caught a glance with her and smiled. It was a warm, friendly smile. A sober smile, not a ""LET'S HAVE SEX!"" smile, like some other guys in here would make at her."
2656,GTA: Liberty City Stories (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320901&start=25,2014-11-21T18:42:00,New Jordslag,"Jamie sat. ""So, Big Tony; I need info, you have it. And I'm not making a deal."" He stared deep into Big Tony's eyes. He did not have a friendly look. He had the look of a Determined man not above killing. ""Where are my men? The two guys who arrived with me. I got separated from them and want you to find them."""
2657,GTA: Liberty City Stories (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320901&start=25,2014-11-21T18:44:00,Grand Meeporia,"She was tired after long hours of work and let out a heavy sigh as she slid herself onto a stool and gave the bartender a friendly nod and smile. ""Hey Peter.""He gave her a paternal smile. ""Right Erin, whats the craic, love?"" He asked, sliding over a pint of Guinness to her. ""Nothing too interesting."" She said with a small smile, despite their being a bruise on her cheek, hidden by her hair.<br/>""You shouldn't be in such a dangerous line of work lassy."" He told her in a warning tone. She smiled at him and shook her head ""It's grand, I'd be bored doing anything else."" Peter threw up his hands and shook his head. ""Your grandmothers turning in her grave!"" The Irish girl ignored him and sipped her Pint, finally noticing the American. He stood out from everyone else, he didn't seem so drunk. ""Hi."" She said with a friendly nod, noticing his smile."
2658,GTA: Liberty City Stories (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320901&start=25,2014-11-21T18:45:00,The NAR,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Jordslag <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320901&amp;p=22519044#p22519044"">wrote</a>:</cite>Jamie sat. ""So, Big Tony; I need info, you have it. And I'm not making a deal."" He stared deep into Big Tony's eyes. He did not have a friendly look. He had the look of a Determined man not above killing. ""Where are my men? The two guys who arrived with me. I got separated from them and want you to find them.""</div></blockquote><br/>Big Tony could only chuckle. He snapped his fingers, and two men in suits entered the room. Each one carried an SMG. ""So, yeah I know the gentlemen your talking about. However, I want a little something in return for the information. Even deal, no catch, no tricks"""
2659,GTA: Liberty City Stories (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320901&start=25,2014-11-21T18:47:00,New Jordslag,"Jamie sat. ""So, Big Tony; I need info, you have it. And I'm not making a deal."" He stared deep into Big Tony's eyes. He did not have a friendly look. He had the look of a Determined man not above killing. ""Where are my men? The two guys who arrived with me. I got separated from them and want you to find them.""<br/><br/>Cornelia parked her Motorcycle outside the Bar and followed Erin in. She was interested in this Woman. Her Brother could wait. Walking in, her looks drew many stares, but they soon dissipated. She sat on the other side of Michael. ""You really are interesting, lady. I'm bored, and I'm not getting anywhere on my Brother, so would you mind telling me how you ended up here?"""
2660,GTA: Liberty City Stories (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320901&start=25,2014-11-21T18:49:00,The NAR,"<blockquote><div><cite>Grand Meeporia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320901&amp;p=22519058#p22519058"">wrote</a>:</cite>She was tired after long hours of work and let out a heavy sigh as she slid herself onto a stool and gave the bartender a friendly nod and smile. ""Hey Peter.""He gave her a paternal smile. ""Right Erin, whats the craic, love?"" He asked, sliding over a pint of Guinness to her. ""Nothing too interesting."" She said with a small smile, despite their being a bruise on her cheek, hidden by her hair. <br/>""You shouldn't be in such a dangerous line of work lassy."" He told her in a warning tone. She smiled at him and shook her head ""It's grand, I'd be bored doing anything else."" Peter threw up his hands and shook his head. ""Your grandmothers turning in her grave!"" The Irish girl ignored him and sipped her Pint, finally noticing the American. He stood out from everyone else, he didn't seem so drunk. ""Hi."" She said with a friendly nod, noticing his smile.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Michael didn't really know what to say. ""Hello"" he said, sliding his half-drank beer across the counter. ""Hey Pete, I'm done with this. Can you get me some water?"". The Irish Bartender gave Michael the evil eye. ""Ladd, you better be drunk, because that is the stupidest thing anyone has ever said in my bar"". Michael made an odd shrug with a funny grin on his face. ""I said please, Peter"" he said, laughing. ""Whatever, kid"" Pete said.<br/><br/>Michael turned and looked at the woman, obviously nervous. He tried to think of something to say, but no words came out. All he could say were sounds, like ""I-"", ""do-"", and ""ar""."
2661,GTA: Liberty City Stories (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320901&start=25,2014-11-21T18:50:00,The NAR,"<blockquote><div><cite>The NAR <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320901&amp;p=22519078#p22519078"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Jordslag <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320901&amp;p=22519044#p22519044"">wrote</a>:</cite>Jamie sat. ""So, Big Tony; I need info, you have it. And I'm not making a deal."" He stared deep into Big Tony's eyes. He did not have a friendly look. He had the look of a Determined man not above killing. ""Where are my men? The two guys who arrived with me. I got separated from them and want you to find them.""</div></blockquote><br/>Big Tony could only chuckle. He snapped his fingers, and two men in suits entered the room. Each one carried an SMG. ""So, yeah I know the gentlemen your talking about. However, I want a little something in return for the information. Even deal, no catch, no tricks""</div></blockquote>"
2662,GTA: Liberty City Stories (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320901&start=25,2014-11-21T18:52:00,Grand Meeporia,"She raised an eyebrow then laughed slightly and turned back, looking at her drink and her smile fading as she did so. Her fingers slid around the glass gently and she took another drink, her eyes flicked to the old clock and then she yawned and slumped back in the stool, dreading another day at work tomorrow. She turned her attention back to the guy and tilted her head."
2663,GTA: Liberty City Stories (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320901&start=25,2014-11-21T18:55:00,New Jordslag,"""I'm British. We don't lie. We aren't above Trickery, but when we make a Promise, we keep it."" Jamie got up, walking over. ""Now, what's the deal? And I ain't gonna betray you, so no lying, M'kay, Big Tony?"" He was standing next to Big Tony and his men by now, hoping that his Bravery didn't end up with him in a Body Bag."
2664,GTA: Liberty City Stories (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320901&start=25,2014-11-21T18:57:00,The NAR,"<blockquote><div><cite>Grand Meeporia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320901&amp;p=22519160#p22519160"">wrote</a>:</cite>She raised an eyebrow then laughed slightly and turned back, looking at her drink and her smile fading as she did so. Her fingers slid around the glass gently and she took another drink, her eyes flicked to the old clock and then she yawned and slumped back in the stool, dreading another day at work tomorrow. She turned her attention back to the guy and tilted her head.</div></blockquote><br/>Michael laughed, putting up his hand like he was surrendering. ""I dunno"" he chuckled as Peter gave him his water. Peter chuckled at the... conversation he was having, and at the fact that Michael was drinking WATER in an Irish Bar. ""Peter, I don't drink"" Michael said. He turned his attention back to the woman, noticing a bruise through her hair. He got up and walked over, water in hand, looking at her face. ""Are you alright, Miss?"" he asked, general concern in his voice, which was a pure American Accent."
2665,GTA: Liberty City Stories (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320901&start=25,2014-11-21T18:58:00,The NAR,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Jordslag <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320901&amp;p=22519177#p22519177"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I'm British. We don't lie. We aren't above Trickery, but when we make a Promise, we keep it."" Jamie got up, walking over. ""Now, what's the deal? And I ain't gonna betray you, so no lying, M'kay, Big Tony?"" He was standing next to Big Tony and his men by now, hoping that his Bravery didn't end up with him in a Body Bag.</div></blockquote><br/>""First of all, this is my home. I don't ask for much other than a little respect, okay kid?"""
2666,GTA: Liberty City Stories (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320901&start=25,2014-11-21T19:02:00,New Jordslag,"""I AM giving you a little Respect. If I had no Respect, I would be trying to steal from you right now. So, I ask again, what's the deal? I mean, I could just leave right now and look for them on my own time. I'd eventually find them.""<br/><br/>""Uh, hello? lady? What's your name?"" Cornelia, asked, wondering if Erin could hear her."
2667,GTA: Liberty City Stories (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320901&start=25,2014-11-21T19:04:00,Grand Meeporia,"She raised an eyebrow then touched it and cringed slightly. ""Oh... Yeah, some ass was trying to shake down the casino I work at. Guys here think they're some sort of badasses"" She smiled a little. ""They're nothing compared to Belfast."" Her smile disappeared at the mention of home and she shrugged. ""He got violent, but so did I."" She rubbed her fist slightly then took another drink.<br/><br/>She turned as she heard the familiar English voice. The girl from outside. She turned and raised an eyebrow ""Me?...Oh i'm Erin."" She said."
2668,GTA: Liberty City Stories (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320901&start=25,2014-11-21T19:05:00,The NAR,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Jordslag <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320901&amp;p=22519238#p22519238"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I AM giving you a little Respect. If I had no Respect, I would be trying to steal from you right now. So, I ask again, what's the deal? I mean, I could just leave right now and look for them on my own time. I'd eventually find them.""<br/><br/>""Uh, hello? lady? What's your name?"" Cornelia, asked, wondering if Erin could hear her.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""I got a little job for you, kid. I need you to head up to Bohan. This guy, he's from the Pavano Family, has been beating up some of our boys. Get up there, whack him, and get back. MAKE IT LOOK LIKE A MUGGING. Do this, and I might have some information on your pals"""
2669,GTA: Liberty City Stories (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320901&start=25,2014-11-21T19:06:00,The NAR,"<blockquote><div><cite>Grand Meeporia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320901&amp;p=22519258#p22519258"">wrote</a>:</cite>She raised an eyebrow then touched it and cringed slightly. ""Oh... Yeah, some ass was trying to shake down the casino I work at. Guys here think they're some sort of badasses"" She smiled a little. ""They're nothing compared to Belfast."" Her smile disappeared at the mention of home and she shrugged. ""He got violent, but so did I."" She rubbed her fist slightly then took another drink.<br/><br/>She turned as she heard the familiar English voice. The girl from outside. She turned and raised an eyebrow ""Me?...Oh i'm Erin."" She said.</div></blockquote><br/>Michael looked closer. ""Shouldn't hit a lady. Seems like an asshole"". He thought for a minute. ""You know, I took a first aid class in the Marine Corps. If you want, I could take a look at that..."""
2670,GTA: Liberty City Stories (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320901&start=25,2014-11-21T19:10:00,New Jordslag,"""Ugh, can you make the job no easier? Consider it done."" He walked out the door, checking that he still had all his items. No telling if that Big Tony had tried to rob him. With that, he set out for Algonquin.<br/><br/>""Hey, Erin, I heard you say you are from Belfast. My Brother served up there when he was in the Military. It would be interesting if you guys met. What did you do back in Belfast?"" Cornelia said, chattering away."
2671,GTA: Liberty City Stories (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320901&start=25,2014-11-21T19:14:00,Grand Meeporia,"She glanced between the two of them, at the mention of soldier every eye turned on them. Erin almost slapped Cornelia for mentioning that then asking her what she did. She smiled to the American ""Excuse me..."" She then lightly took Cornelia by the arm and guided her to the ladies room. ""Can I talk to you for a second?"""
2672,GTA: Liberty City Stories (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320901&start=25,2014-11-21T19:15:00,The NAR,"<blockquote><div><cite>Grand Meeporia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320901&amp;p=22519368#p22519368"">wrote</a>:</cite>She glanced between the two of them, at the mention of soldier every eye turned on them. Erin almost slapped Cornelia for mentioning that then asking her what she did. She smiled to the American ""Excuse me..."" She then lightly took Cornelia by the arm and guided her to the ladies room. ""Can I talk to you for a second?""</div></blockquote><br/>Michael nodded and took a sip of his water. He looked at Peter and laughed. ""Story of my life, Pete. Next, she climbs out of the window to avoid me"". They both laughed."
2673,GTA: Liberty City Stories (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320901&start=25,2014-11-21T19:16:00,New Jordslag,"Cornelia nodded enthusiastically. ""Yeah, sure! What do ya need, Erin?"" She said, not realizing this was an Irish bar. ""Did I do something wrong? I don't see anything I did wrong..."""
2674,GTA: Liberty City Stories (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320901&start=25,2014-11-21T19:20:00,Grand Meeporia,"She stared at her. ""Oh my goodness...Okay."" She took a deep breath. ""You're a brit, this is an Irish bar...You just said you're brother was a soldier in the occupying force of Northern Ireland...Then..."" She lowered her voice considerably. ""You asked an ex-police officer what her job was..."" She glanced over her shoulder. ""Just...Oh god you're like a lost child, wait outside for me?"" She asked."
2675,GTA: Liberty City Stories (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320901&start=25,2014-11-21T19:24:00,New Jordslag,"Cornelia was confused. She didn't know how North Ireland worked. All she knew was that North Ireland belonged to Britain and that her Brother was a Soldier there. ""Still, being a Police Officer is pretty cool. You get more and more interesting the more I find out, Erin. I'll wait outside for you, but you owe me."""
2676,GTA: Liberty City Stories (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320901&start=25,2014-11-21T19:27:00,The NAR,Michael fiddled with his thumbs
2677,GTA: Liberty City Stories (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320901&start=25,2014-11-21T19:33:00,Grand Meeporia,"She nodded to her then headed to the bar with a sigh and tossed a few dollars to Peter. ""Got a run."" She said with a sigh, turning to Michael, briefly nodding then waving as she darted for the door, wondering what the hell was up with this English girl."
2678,GTA: Liberty City Stories (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320901&start=25,2014-11-21T19:35:00,The NAR,"<blockquote><div><cite>Grand Meeporia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320901&amp;p=22519553#p22519553"">wrote</a>:</cite>She nodded to her then headed to the bar with a sigh and tossed a few dollars to Peter. ""Got a run."" She said with a sigh, turning to Michael, briefly nodding then waving as she darted for the door, wondering what the hell was up with this English girl.</div></blockquote><br/>Michael sighed and followed her out, waving her down. ""Wait a minute!"" he yelled, hoping to gain her attention."
2679,GTA: Liberty City Stories (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320901&start=25,2014-11-21T19:37:00,Grand Meeporia,"She paused midway through the door and turned to him, raising her slender eyebrow. ""Aye?"" She asked, casting a glance toward Cornelia then back to the American curiously."
2680,GTA: Liberty City Stories (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320901&start=25,2014-11-21T19:39:00,The NAR,"<blockquote><div><cite>Grand Meeporia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320901&amp;p=22519595#p22519595"">wrote</a>:</cite>She paused midway through the door and turned to him, raising her slender eyebrow. ""Aye?"" She asked, casting a glance toward Cornelia then back to the American curiously.</div></blockquote><br/>Michael laughed. ""Eye? Arr matie, do that and ye shall... what the fuck am I saying"" he chuckled. ""Can I umm... have your number?"" he asked nervously."
2681,GTA: Liberty City Stories (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320901&start=50,2014-11-21T19:43:00,Grand Meeporia,"She burst out laughing. ""I'm Irish, not a pirate!"" She thought for a moment then shrugged. ""Why not."" She pulled out a piece of paper, jotted it down then handed it to him and nodded ""I gotta run."" She then turned and headed to Cornelia."
2682,GTA: Liberty City Stories (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320901&start=50,2014-11-21T19:45:00,New Jordslag,"Cornelia flashed an Actress smile and hugged Erin. ""Cool; I have the general location of my Brother. He's in Algonquin. Wanna help me look? I'll let you ride on my Motorcycle!"""
2683,GTA: Liberty City Stories (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320901&start=50,2014-11-21T19:49:00,The NAR,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Jordslag <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320901&amp;p=22519658#p22519658"">wrote</a>:</cite>Cornelia flashed an Actress smile and hugged Erin. ""Cool; I have the general location of my Brother. He's in Algonquin. Wanna help me look? I'll let you ride on my Motorcycle!""</div></blockquote><br/>Michael had a look of shock. ""WAIT! ""he yelled. ""What's his name?"" he asked."
2684,GTA: Liberty City Stories (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320901&start=50,2014-11-21T19:52:00,Grand Meeporia,"Erin looked at her quietly, She just wanted to get home! ""Why?"" She asked tiredly, looking at this bizarre english girl. ""Do you always ask random strangers to go hunt for yo-...Feck it, let's go. I have nothing better to do."" She sighed, walking to the bike."
2685,GTA: Liberty City Stories (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320901&start=50,2014-11-21T19:54:00,New Jordslag,"Cornelia looked back at Michael. ""Hm? His name is Jamie Alexander Evans. Met him?"" This day was truly interesting. Turning amusedly back to Erin she said ""No, just ones with Interesting backstories. Plus, you served in the same place, so it'll be interesting. I'll be with you on the bike in a bit."""
2686,GTA: Liberty City Stories (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320901&start=50,2014-11-21T19:56:00,The NAR,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Jordslag <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320901&amp;p=22519743#p22519743"">wrote</a>:</cite>Cornelia looked back at Michael. ""Hm? His name is Jamie Alexander Evans. Met him?"" This day was truly interesting. Turning amusedly back to Erin she said ""No, just ones with Interesting backstories. Plus, you served in the same place, so it'll be interesting. I'll be with you on the bike in a bit.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Actually, yes. Like 20 minutes ago. He works for my... business. I could drive you two to where he is, if you'd like"""
2687,GTA: Liberty City Stories (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320901&start=50,2014-11-21T19:57:00,New Jordslag,"<blockquote><div><cite>The NAR <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320901&amp;p=22519768#p22519768"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Jordslag <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320901&amp;p=22519743#p22519743"">wrote</a>:</cite>Cornelia looked back at Michael. ""Hm? His name is Jamie Alexander Evans. Met him?"" This day was truly interesting. Turning amusedly back to Erin she said ""No, just ones with Interesting backstories. Plus, you served in the same place, so it'll be interesting. I'll be with you on the bike in a bit.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Actually, yes. Like 20 minutes ago. He works for my... business. I could drive you two to where he is, if you'd like""</div></blockquote><br/>Cornelia froze. ""Well that was... surprising. Hardly anyone has met him and still lives and/or is willing to tell me about it.Sure, drive us to Algonquin."
2688,GTA: Liberty City Stories (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320901&start=50,2014-11-21T19:59:00,Grand Meeporia,"<span style=""font-style: italic"">What am I getting involved in?</span>She asked herself as she glanced to each of these odd people, rubbing the back of her neck."
2689,GTA: Liberty City Stories (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320901&start=50,2014-11-21T20:01:00,The NAR,"Michael smiled at Erin. ""Don't worry. There are few good people in this city, but you've found one"". Michael walked to his SUV which was parked across the street. He got in and turned it on. ""Erin, you have shotgun. Cornelia-whatever, take up the back please"""
2690,GTA: Liberty City Stories (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320901&start=50,2014-11-21T20:08:00,New Jordslag,"""Cornelia Evans. An up-and-coming British actor in America. 'Least, that's what my boss says."" She climbs onto her Motorcycle. ""Anyway, I can't leave MY Vehicle here. Race you there!"" She said, speeding off towards Algonquin."
2691,GTA: Liberty City Stories (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320901&start=50,2014-11-21T20:10:00,The NAR,"Michael shook his head, laughing. He looked at Erin. ""You coming? I don't bite, promise"""
2692,GTA: Liberty City Stories (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320901&start=50,2014-11-21T20:13:00,Grand Meeporia,"She grinned then ran to the other side and yelled after her ""No speeding!"" She then opened the door and got in, pulling her belt on and clipping it as she glanced to the American."
2693,GTA: Liberty City Stories (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320901&start=50,2014-11-21T20:22:00,The NAR,"<blockquote><div><cite>Grand Meeporia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320901&amp;p=22519933#p22519933"">wrote</a>:</cite>She grinned then ran to the other side and yelled after her ""No speeding!"" She then opened the door and got in, pulling her belt on and clipping it as she glanced to the American.</div></blockquote><br/>Michael pulled out, checking both ways before going anywhere. He decided it'd be nice if he drove like a normal person. ""I'm Michael, just so you know. So, what brings you to Liberty City?"""
2694,GTA: Liberty City Stories (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320901&start=50,2014-11-21T20:32:00,Grand Meeporia,"""Personal reasons."" She answered, her tone polite but distant as she looked around them, her green eyes like emeralds as they investigated the city."
2695,GTA: Liberty City Stories (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320901&start=50,2014-11-21T20:36:00,The NAR,"<blockquote><div><cite>Grand Meeporia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320901&amp;p=22520143#p22520143"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Personal reasons."" She answered, her tone polite but distant as she looked around them, her green eyes like emeralds as they investigated the city.</div></blockquote><br/>Michael looked over. ""I'm going to take a wild guess here and say it in the ballpark of Northern Ireland and the IRA. When I was younger I'd watch the news about that stuff. Well, I'm sorry you had to live through that"". Michael looked around, keeping keen to his surroundings. ""I used to be a Fireman for the FDNY. I was there at 9-11"""
2696,GTA: Liberty City Stories (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320901&start=50,2014-11-21T21:02:00,Inis Saor,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ned O'Donnell</span><br/><br/>Ned neared up on the bar, not that he was far to begin with living just three doors away, almost dreading the thought of this shift. This late in the day was when most of the day drinkers began to meet their quotas. Most knew when to go but he was almost always guarantee'd some trouble. The place itself was small pub facing out on a fairly quiet street, by Liberty City's standards. Its front was painted a dark hue of green, bordered with black to match the heavy oak door layered with black paint. A led-lined stained glass window to either side gave the sight some life. He checked the time before pushing the door open. His black shirt was buttoned all but for the top, and over his heart was embroidered a small bull in emerald green stitching, with silver for the horns - the pub's logo.<br/><br/>Nearing the bar he caught sight of Pete in the dim, smoky light. He gave a smile as he pushed open the false panel to get behind the counter.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Much craic today, Pete?""</span>He spoke with a fairly neutral accent, or so he always thought, but it was his idioms that gave him away big time. Pete was fluent in half a million dialects from every corner of the British Isles,<span style=""font-style: italic"">both</span>isles. He was the kind of man that seemed to have a natural fatherly vibe to him, always handing out words of wisdom.<br/><br/>He chuckled as he turned to face Ned, but his eyes were on the pint glass he was wiping with a stained yellow cloth.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Couple Gambino boys were in earlier, one of them got all chocked up when your friend came in.""</span>He gave a knowing smile and turned away to the register.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""My friend?""</span>he quizzed. As of yet, besides the few regulars he served he had not one single social friend. When he wasn't working, he spent his time fairly evenly distributed between gyming, drinking - in the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Glas Bull</span>, of course - and getting higher than the ISS in his tiny apartment.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Aye, play dumb, boy""</span>he laughed,<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Erin.""</span>He smiled when he seen Ned's lips curl at the sides.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""I've seen you looking at her, ha ha. You left it too long though, Ned. She left with one of the Gambino men.""</span>The conversation suddenly lost all its prior playfulness. Ned's smile was wiped from his face. He knelt behind the counter to plug his phone charger in, and waited for Peter to finish up. It was the end of his shift after all.<br/><br/>________________________<br/><br/><br/>An hour later and business had slowed somewhat. There were only two older men left, sitting at the bar. With most nothing to do and nine hours to do it in, he settled in for a regular shift ..."
2697,GTA: Liberty City Stories (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320901&start=50,2014-11-22T05:21:00,The NAR,"Not receiving a response from her, he sighed and turned his attention to driving. She seemed like a nice girl, but it was like she had this shield, and wouldn't tear it down. Something traumatizing made that shield, something she is scarred because of to this day. It reminds Michael of living on the streets of Broker and Bohan, scavenging, stealing, seeing murders happen. Then in Iraq, seeing some of his best friends die in terrible, brutal ways. At 9-11, watching people falling from the towers, and then the screams as they came down, and as the cloud of toxic smoke cleared the city, killing hundreds.<br/><br/>Michael snapped away from the distant, painful memories and focused on Erin, who seemed lost and afraid. ""I'm sorry if I opened old wounds"" he said."
2698,GTA: Liberty City Stories (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320901&start=50,2014-11-22T08:32:00,Grand Meeporia,"""Don't be."" She said, her voice still distant as her eyes ran along the run down streets disapprovingly, the grafiti reminded her of home, but they didn't claim the same thing<span style=""font-style: italic"">Liberty is ours, fuk, LOST MC...</span>These words didn't seem right, there was no<span style=""font-style: italic"">Up the ra!, No surrender, Brits out!</span>It felt alien and probably always would, furthermore everyone seemed to... Falsely safe, no one looked behind them, no one spoke secretly. The Americans were always loud, oblivious and lulled into a false sense of security.<br/><br/>Erin sighed, remembering she'd just agreed to have her nightly drink interrupted to go find a some ejit's lost brother. ""Are we nearly there?"" She asked, barely above a whisper."
2699,GTA: Liberty City Stories (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320901&start=50,2014-11-22T08:34:00,The NAR,"<blockquote><div><cite>Grand Meeporia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320901&amp;p=22524625#p22524625"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Don't be."" She said, her voice still distant as her eyes ran along the run down streets disapprovingly, the grafiti reminded her of home, but they didn't claim the same thing <span style=""font-style: italic"">Liberty is ours, fuk, LOST MC...</span> These words didn't seem right, there was no <span style=""font-style: italic"">Up the ra!, No surrender, Brits out!</span> It felt alien and probably always would, furthermore everyone seemed to... Falsely safe, no one looked behind them, no one spoke secretly. The Americans were always loud, oblivious and lulled into a false sense of security. <br/><br/>Erin sighed, remembering she'd just agreed to have her nightly drink interrupted to go find a some ejit's lost brother. ""Are we nearly there?"" She asked, barely above a whisper.</div></blockquote><br/>By then, they were crossing the bridge into Bohan. ""Yeah, we are"" Michael said. ""Hey, open up the glove box"""
2700,GTA: Liberty City Stories (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320901&start=50,2014-11-22T09:03:00,The Underground Movement Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>The NAR <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320901&amp;p=22517915#p22517915"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Underground Movement Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320901&amp;p=22517880#p22517880"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Nope... I don't go to fast food restaurant's often..."" He replied. ""Honestly I'm not here for food. I'm just, waiting for someone...""</div></blockquote><br/>Daniel stood up and adjusted his backpack. He walked over to a Police Officer, who was sitting in the corner, drinking a coffee. ""Excuse me"" he said. The Officer looked up. ""What?"". Daniel pulled out his pistol and fired, lodging a bullet in his chest. The officer coughed and gurgled, but Daniel shot him again. ""EPluribus Unum motherfucker""</div></blockquote><br/>Ryan sighed and muttered, ""Oh for fucks sake...."" He got up, pulled out his HKP2000 Sidearm and yelled, ""Everybody! Get outta here!"" He walked to the man who shot the officer and spoke in an angry tone, ""Dammit kid! What were you thinking?! Now the police are going to swarm this building, and I don't have very good relations with the police..."""
2701,GTA: Liberty City Stories (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320901&start=50,2014-11-22T09:05:00,The NAR,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Underground Movement Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320901&amp;p=22524849#p22524849"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The NAR <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320901&amp;p=22517915#p22517915"">wrote</a>:</cite>Daniel stood up and adjusted his backpack. He walked over to a Police Officer, who was sitting in the corner, drinking a coffee. ""Excuse me"" he said. The Officer looked up. ""What?"". Daniel pulled out his pistol and fired, lodging a bullet in his chest. The officer coughed and gurgled, but Daniel shot him again. ""EPluribus Unum motherfucker""</div></blockquote><br/>Ryan sighed and muttered, ""Oh for fucks sake...."" He got up, pulled out his HKP2000 Sidearm and yelled, ""Everybody! Get outta here!"" He walked to the man who shot the officer and spoke in an angry tone, ""Dammit kid! What were you thinking?! Now the police are going to swarm this building, and I don't have very good relations with the police...""</div></blockquote><br/>""Shut up you old fuck"". Daniel pulled out a tiny tube from his pocket, opened it up, and splashed it all over the Cop. The then lit a match and tossed it on. The corpse erupt in flames."
2702,GTA: Liberty City Stories (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320901&start=50,2014-11-22T09:06:00,Grand Meeporia,"She raised an eyebrow at him then shook her head and opened the glove compartment, it still felt weird sititng on the wrong side of a car. Everything was different in this bloody country. ""What am I looking for?"" Erin asked as she glanced in to the compartment."
2703,GTA: Liberty City Stories (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320901&start=50,2014-11-22T09:07:00,The NAR,"<blockquote><div><cite>Grand Meeporia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320901&amp;p=22524868#p22524868"">wrote</a>:</cite>She raised an eyebrow at him then shook her head and opened the glove compartment, it still felt weird sititng on the wrong side of a car. Everything was different in this bloody country. ""What am I looking for?"" Erin asked as she glanced in to the compartment.</div></blockquote><br/>""Lift those papers"".<br/><br/>OOC: There's a gun"
2704,GTA: Liberty City Stories (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320901&start=50,2014-11-22T09:10:00,Grand Meeporia,"She did so then shot him a glance. ""Why do you ha-...Why are you showing me your gun?"" She asked, her eyes fiercley glaring at him after having scanned the make and model, she leaned back and her her hand slid into her purse. ""Why do we need a gun?"" She continued to ask, shaking some hair out of her face and shutting the glove compartment."
2705,GTA: Liberty City Stories (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320901&start=50,2014-11-22T09:11:00,The NAR,"<blockquote><div><cite>Grand Meeporia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320901&amp;p=22524896#p22524896"">wrote</a>:</cite>She did so then shot him a glance. ""Why do you ha-...Why are you showing me your gun?"" She asked, her eyes fiercely glaring at him after having scanned the make and model, she leaned back and her her hand slid into her purse. ""Why do we need a gun?"" She continued to ask, shaking some hair out of her face and shutting the glove compartment.</div></blockquote><br/>""This city is dangerous. You need some form of self-defense. Take the gun, Erin. We may need it"""
2706,GTA: Liberty City Stories (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320901&start=75,2014-11-22T09:14:00,Grand Meeporia,"She shook her head and stared at him ""I don't need your fecking gun! I know this cities dangerous, and i'm not stupid enough to take someone elses firearm, for all I know it's linked to 20 different murders...And you don't think I haven't got my own gun?"" She asked, her accent coming on more thickly until the point where she was talking about things he couldn't make out. She took a deep breath then looked at the American. ""You never really need a gun anyway."""
2707,GTA: Liberty City Stories (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320901&start=75,2014-11-22T09:16:00,The NAR,"<blockquote><div><cite>Grand Meeporia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320901&amp;p=22524927#p22524927"">wrote</a>:</cite>She shook her head and stared at him ""I don't need your fecking gun! I know this cities dangerous, and i'm not stupid enough to take someone elses firearm, for all I know it's linked to 20 different murders...And you don't think I haven't got my own gun?"" She asked, her accent coming on more thickly until the point where she was talking about things he couldn't make out. She took a deep breath then looked at the American. ""You never really need a gun anyway.""</div></blockquote><br/>Michael shrugged. ""Just don't get mixed in with the wrong crowd, Erin. Don't make my mistakes, understand?"" Michael spoke in a concerned tone."
2708,GTA: Liberty City Stories (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320901&start=75,2014-11-22T09:20:00,New Jordslag,"Cornelia sped up beside them. ""You guys okay? You stopped suddenly. On the bright side, I found my Brother. On the downside, he ran away. Finish up whatever the hell you stopped for and hurry up."" By this point, she had stopped her Motorcycle and was standing next to Michael's car. ""Say, what is your name anyway, mister?"""
2709,GTA: Liberty City Stories (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320901&start=75,2014-11-22T09:21:00,The NAR,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Jordslag <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320901&amp;p=22524962#p22524962"">wrote</a>:</cite>Cornelia sped up beside them. ""You guys okay? You stopped suddenly. On the bright side, I found my Brother. On the downside, he ran away. Finish up whatever the hell you stopped for and hurry up."" By this point, she had stopped her Motorcycle and was standing next to Michael's car. ""Say, what is your name anyway, mister?""</div></blockquote><br/>Michael turned away from Erin. ""Michael"" he answered."
2710,GTA: Liberty City Stories (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320901&start=75,2014-11-22T09:22:00,Grand Meeporia,"Erin looked at him thoughtfully ""Like what?"" She asked. ""What kind of mistakes?"" She kept her hand in her bag and turned to face him, suddenly defensive and on edge. Who the hell had she just gotten into a car with? She then turned as Cornelia suddenly appeared, she felt some relief."
2711,GTA: Liberty City Stories (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320901&start=75,2014-11-22T09:24:00,The NAR,"<blockquote><div><cite>Grand Meeporia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320901&amp;p=22524981#p22524981"">wrote</a>:</cite>Erin looked at him thoughtfully ""Like what?"" She asked. ""What kind of mistakes?"" She kept her hand in her bag and turned to face him, suddenly defensive and on edge. Who the hell had she just gotten into a car with? She then turned as Cornelia suddenly appeared, she felt some relief.</div></blockquote><br/>Michael looked back to Erin and sighed. ""I'm not going to hurt you, Erin, I promise. Trust is hard to have in this city, but you need to trust me. I'll explain later"". Michael sped off, approaching a large building."
2712,GTA: Liberty City Stories (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320901&start=75,2014-11-22T09:55:00,The NAR,"Michael took out his phone and dialed a number, then put it up to his ear. In a few seconds, he spoke.<br/><br/>""Jacob, man, I need you and some of the boys over to Bohan...""<br/><br/>""Yeah, that place. We're taking them down, man...""<br/><br/>""Alright, see you soon"""
2713,GTA: Liberty City Stories (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320901&start=75,2014-11-22T18:04:00,Inis Saor,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ned O'D</span><br/><br/>Just a few hours after his shift had started, one of the regulars came in. He was boots on the street for two or three of the Irish families in this part of the city. He had also heard rumors that he spent time inside in upstate New York, and joined the Aryan Brotherhood when he was inside. Two new faces came in with him. They looked uneasy, very unchatty. They definitely didn't seem like his friends anyways. Fred, the regular, approached the bar. He was American-born but to Irish parents. His hair had aged worse than he had, and he kept his beard tied in a thick knot half a foot from his chin. He whipped out his wallet, a thick black leather pouch bursting with green folds.#<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Three halfs, Jameson, and a jug of water.""</span>He announced as he slapped a twenty dollar bill on the counter. Ned had already began serving up the drinks.<br/><br/>He returned and set the change on the counter. With a heavy set of dulled blue eyes, encased in black rings, Burly Fred looked down at the money and swept it up. Ned gave an uncomfortable chuckle.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""No tip?""</span>He asked, only half sarcastically. Without an ounce of humor the man replied.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""You won't need it anyways.""</span><br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>A few short minutes later and Ned was setting some clean glasses back on the shelves. He had his back turned to the bar, so he didn't see the two new faces approach.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Seamus O'Donnell?""</span>One of them called, his accent was thick Northern Irish. Ned turned to face him. His heart was pounding in his chest. No one in the city knew him by that name, everyone called him Ned. He kept as straight a face as he could manage.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""No, sorry. I go by Ned.""</span>He realized his mistake instantly when the quiet one reached behind his jacket. Ned ducked under the counter and caught a glimpse of a thick green glass bottle of red wine. He reached for it instinctively and launched himself to the other side of the bar. He shot to his feet, his eyes fixed on the two men. Only one was holding a gun, and the unarmed man now stood between them. His instincts were quick, and he dropped to his feet, leaving the shot open. Ned launched the bottle across the bar.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">BANG</span></span><br/><br/>The glass shattered into tens of thousands of pieces, each one razor sharp. The man had gotten a shot off, but it struck the bottle in mid air. The ricochet lodged itself in the roof above Ned's head, while glass and dark red rained down on the assailant. His face became an instant wash of blood, or was that wine? Both, probably.<br/><br/>Before the second man was off his feet Ned dived over the counter. He winded himself on the landing, crashing belly first onto the questioner. He scrambled off him and across the floor to reach for the man's dropped gun. By then, Fred was standing over him with a switchblade in hand. He put two bullets in his stomach, and one in his heart.<br/><br/>The gunman was on the floor now, writhing in pain. Ned looked at him with nothing but boiling rage in his eyes. He held the gun at arms length. It was heavy, polished steel. His finger was on the trigger but he just couldn't bring himself to pull it. Not like this. Instead he put the sole of his forty-three dollar shoe into the man's face before turning to his friend.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Who the fuck are you?""</span>he demanded. The man was unhurt on the ground, soaked in wine and dusted with tiny green sparkles. He spat at Ned's foot. That was before the foot returned to give a heavy kiss to his jaw.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""I said, who. The fuck. Are you?""</span>Nothing. He raised the gun to the man's head, without saying a word. All he got in response was a cold, blank stare. He lowered the pistol, and shot again, lodging the small lead projectile in the man's foot. He screamed in agony.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Alright, alright!""</span>He finally managed through his cries.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""We were sent to kill you.""</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""No fucking shit.""</span>He stood on the man's foot, easing pressure on until he screamed again.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Stop! Fucking stop! A vengeance killing, for Martin Doherty. You killed him""</span><br/><br/>Ned knew exactly who he meant. Though he had never heard the name before, he had only ever killed one man before.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""He was there to kill me. Kill or be killed,""</span><br/><br/>The man gave something that could have been half a laugh.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""He was there to put a bullet through your knee cap, not your head.""</span>Truth be told, Ned didn't really see the difference in that.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Pity its not that way for you.""</span>he said softly, before pulling the trigger.<br/><br/>Ned tucked the gun into his waistband and adjusted his belt before grabbing his jacket. He decided he didn't have enough time to lock up the pub before the cops would arrive, but he did manage to lift the six casings. It was only when he was outside, running back to his apartment that the gravity of the situation donned on him. He forgot to kill the other man, but he couldn't go back now. A million thoughts and none ran though his head. He found himself back at his apartment, sitting on his bed with the gun in his hands.<br/><br/>All he wanted was a fresh start, a normal life. Now he would have to flee this city as well."
2714,GTA: Liberty City Stories (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320901&start=75,2014-11-22T20:29:00,Grand Meeporia,"Erin stared at the American as he talked then shook her head. ""What the hell?! You're taking who down? This has nothing to do with me."" She complained. ""Stop the bloody car and let me out."" She growled, staring at the man, why the hell did she ever agree to leave her drink? Her emerald eyes looked mad and she pointed a figure at him. ""Now."""
2715,GTA: Liberty City Stories (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320901&start=75,2014-11-22T21:12:00,Inis Saor,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ned O'D</span><br/><br/>Twenty minutes in the apartment and Ned knew he couldn't bare to stay any longer. If nothing else, the paranoia would drive him mad. Surely the would-be assassins have friends, and they would know where he lived. And if they didn't come, the police would. No, definitely not, he could not stay here. He poured the remnants of his coffee down the sink and threw out a gym bag on his bed. In among the clothes he hid the pistol from the bar, but he decided to keep his own weapon on hand for the time being.<br/><br/>The tossed what belongings he took into the trunk of his Primo and jumped into the driver seat. By now he was accustomed to being on the opposite side, but every so often instincts would kick in and he would knock his hand off the door reaching for the stick. There was no time for fuck ups now though. He started driving, aimlessly. He was practically homeless now, and he could never return to that job. He went though a hundred plans for what to do next, and scrapped each one.<br/><br/>He consoled himself in the fact that he had remembered to search all three of the men before he left. He found seven hundred dollars on Big Fred. That and a shitty phone was all he had, but Ned took the phone too. Maybe the messages could give him some information. He found another four hundred between the other two, and two much nicer phones, which he also took, along with a brown paper envelope. He decided he would pull in somewhere along the road to have a good search through all of his loot."
2716,"Guardians of Freedom (Ace Combat RP, IC, OPEN)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320950,2014-11-21T15:40:00,New Babylonia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">North Point, Usea.</span><br/><br/>If it were not for the squadron of F-15s escorting, one could almost forgive the pilot inside the lumbering C-130 for forgetting about the war seemingly so far, so beyond and below them as if another world in its entirety. It was perhaps the only thing which separated the dreams given by the nature of life around them, a blue sky with clouds gently breezing by, an untouched ground below where all continues living on as if the world were the same as it has always been. There was no war up here, no borders, no battle lines, there was only the sky, the brilliant blue which they would hold closer to them any woman, or man. And below them, the expansive forests, the rivers, the lakes, the canyons, all the natural wonders and beauties of the world. Upon their wings so fragile here in the air, all that existed was peace, serenity, beauty. It was quiet, only a peaceful hum of the four engines broke the air, yet not a creature would stir from it, only gaze in wonder. The gentle trees and grasslands, were soon replaced, by the sloshing waves of the ocean, as the sun moved calmly through its day. A voice, after so many hours, finally broke, its word not of peace, or beauty or love, but rather, of getting permission to land.<br/><br/>""North Point Control, Jackal 1 requesting permission to land.""<br/><br/>""Jackal 1 what is your payload?""<br/><br/>""New recruits for Lideric Squadron, as ordered by Col Falhurst, Drake, and Lt General Mark Feffman.""<br/><br/>""Data checks out Jackal 1 you are clear to land, Gaern Squadron you are cleared to break off and RTB."" The six F-15s glided with the 130 a while, another voice breaking into communications.<br/><br/>""Gaern 1 copy, Gaern Squadron RTB."" Just as gently as they flew, the Eagles parted away. The next few minutes, had all returned to normal. It was calm, and beautiful, un interrupted to the very point when the wheels began to massage the ground with their presence. And then, they were on the ground, the peace of the air above was gone. For here, there was hate, there was chaos, there was war. The C-130 finished its taxi, coming to a halt. As the engines slowly died down, the rear door dropped. Before them was a squad of soldiers, carrying their weapons as if expecting prisoners. The officer, who seemed a bit too much in making it clear that he had fancy metal on his collar, was also very clear in his directions.<br/><br/>""Disembark immediately. Bring all belonging with you. Follow the direction of your escorting soldier's at all times until you have reached the briefing room. Do not at any time stray from the path, or try to relinquish your bags. Your new commander will take charge of this after briefing."" The officer, clearly a Lt Col, turns to the Lt next to him. Salutes are exchanged, and the half Colonel departs for his own way, while the soldiers await the pilots to disembark."
2717,"Guardians of Freedom (Ace Combat RP, IC, OPEN)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320950,2014-11-21T16:35:00,Monfrox,"Cinnamon had kept quiet and spaced from the other pilots as she rode in the hold of the C-130 with them. This was the farthest she'd ever been from home in her life, which made Heierlark AFB in Osea seem like it was right next door to her house. She was writing a letter back home, as she promised to tell her friends and family what it was like to be on the fontline of the war. Her father was a member of the Osean 101st Airborne Division, and had helped her grow up strong when she exhibited interest in being a pilot. Before he left on deployment, he gave her a revolver that had been passed down through her family for generations as well as a survival knife that her grandfather once used. These were in her bag, but she always carried one thing on her person: a rabbit's foot. It was her good luck charm for many years, and she believed it would help her in the war.<br/><br/>When the hold's rear hatch opened and the officer in charge started barking at them, she gathered her things and stuffed her letter into her pocket to finish writing another time. She hefted the bags over her shoulders and filed out with the rest of her new squadron. The air was cool and a slight breeze crawled along the tarmac. She kept to the back of the line, wondering what kind of commander they were going to get. Hopefully he'd be nice. At any rate, she just looked to the ground and followed in place as the last in line."
2718,"Guardians of Freedom (Ace Combat RP, IC, OPEN)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320950,2014-11-22T10:07:00,Ubaria,"Luka was awoken by the sound of rubber screeching against tarmac, a sound that reverberated around the cargo hold. Luka pushed himself upright, bleary eyed and still half conscious, his sleeping position had caused a significant numbness down his left side, and quickly he tried to shake some feeling back into his left leg by wiggling it out infront of him.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Finally""</span>He mumbled and scooped his bags towards him as the engines of the C-130 died down, signifying they had indeed arrived at North Point Airbase. Everybody moved at once to collect their belongings as the cargo ramp opened, a brilliant white light shining into the dimness of the hold to which Luka placed one hand over his brow. From the light where multiple silhouettes, some holding rifles, but one stood out at the front, both hands placed firmly around his hips. The officer wasted no time making them feel at home as he yelled his orders directly.<br/>""No rest for the wicked huh"" Luka murmured to nobody in particular and straightened himself up out of his seat, pulling both bags up over his shoulders and proceeded to the dropped cargo ramp."
2719,"Guardians of Freedom (Ace Combat RP, IC, OPEN)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320950,2014-11-22T12:37:00,The United Remnants of America,"Tobias McLeod growled as he slowly got to his feet and got in line. He hated being woken up, especially in that way; being jostled awake by the landing of the plane. So fun. Toby looked around and noticed how the others had baggage and then realized that he had brought nothing with him but the flight suit he was wearing and the dog tags around his neck. The dog tags weren't even his, they were his adopted father's and his adopted brother's, both of whom had been killed a couple years ago. He carried their tags to remind him that he was a pilot and that he was mortal as well. There was no such thing as an ace: Anyone could be brought down in a flaming wreck. It's why he took so much relief every time he landed a mission alive.<br/><br/>The sun was blinding. Toby shuffled along in the line, pushing his shaggy brown hair out of his eyes and squinting at the soldiers around them. Oh yeah, this seemed like a fun place."
2720,"Guardians of Freedom (Ace Combat RP, IC, OPEN)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320950,2014-11-22T12:55:00,The balkens,"Hans has been awake for about thirty hours, he couldn't sleep since they left the mainland. What he did to pass the time was a tie between daydreaming or reading. Both were equally boring, however. But he was excited about going to North Point, he had never been to this air base in particular. What he was not excited about was being pitted in a mercenary squadron, hes heard legends about them during the Belkan war, but surely none of those guys are alive now. As he disembarked off the transport, he held on to his duffelbag.<br/><br/>He kept quiet, praying that he will rarely speak, his Belkan accent might cause him trouble. considering the current state of the conflict."
2721,"Guardians of Freedom (Ace Combat RP, IC, OPEN)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320950,2014-11-22T13:27:00,Czeckolutania,"Andrew had spent a good part of the flight attempting to strike up a conversation with the other pilots. Flying an A-10, he knew his life would be in their hands more often than not. After failing to find anyone willing to have a decent conversation Andrew resigned himself to slumber. Visions of his past life filled his dreams. Dogfights of days gone by and good friends that he had lost.<br/><br/>By the time the plane landed Andrew had been awake for nearly a half hour. He had contented himself to think of his future. Although he hated to admit it, he was excited by the idea of being paid what his skills were worth. When the ramp finally came down Andrew was ready and waiting bags in hand. After the officer was done with his power trip, Andrew was the first to follow his orders and disembark the plane. As he walked off the ramp he looked around and thought to himself ""welcome to your new home, Jackson."""
2722,"Guardians of Freedom (Ace Combat RP, IC, OPEN)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320950,2014-11-22T20:11:00,Finorskia,"On the other side of the airfield, watching the new pilots disembark from the C-130, a short young pilot stood next to a beat up F-4E Phantom II jet fighter. The pilot was around five foot seven inches with short black hair, green eyes, and a sad expression on his face. A lit cigarette dangled loosely from his mouth. Behind him his crew chief was messing about in the cockpit grumbling about something. The crew chief, a guy by the name of Ben Beck, was tall with brown hair, stuble he never shaved off, and an attitude just as rough.<br/><br/>""I swear every time I fix this bird up you manage to bring her back about as air worthy as a rock with paper wings,"" He snapped at Maks.<br/><br/>""Yep,"" Maks replied without really listening to what the technician was saying, his attention was focused solely on the rookies climbing down from the plane.<br/><br/>""You sure you don't want a new plane, this bird's about as much spit and nails as she is metal by this point.""<br/><br/>""We've already been over this Ben. Just get her flying again that's all I ask."" Maks took a long draw on his cig and then let it out with a loud sigh. Ben pulled his head out of the control panel he was working on and turned to look at Maks.<br/><br/>""I'm serious Maks. You keep flying like this and you'll die real soon.""<br/><br/>""HAH"" Maks laughed. The cigarette fell from his mouth and onto the ground. Maks stared at it with a look of sadness on his face. He then sighed and crushed it under foot. ""Say that to him,"" he thrust his hand at the writing on the side of his plane that read 'Genya'.<br/><br/>""Stop treating this like a joke Maks. I know their deaths were hard on you but that doesn't mean you should just give up.""<br/><br/>""Oh don't lecture me Ben, I can take care of myself. Besides I'm not the one you should be worried about. It's them,"" He pointed at the C-130. Ben climbed out of the cockpit and turned his body sideways to get a better look at the plane.<br/><br/>""Rookies?"" he asked?<br/><br/>""Yep. Fucking Nuggets,"" Maks sighed.<br/><br/>""You know, you were once like that.""<br/><br/>""Yep. Amazing how fast one changes when they watch everyone they know and care about die right before their eyes,"" he stood up straight and began walking towards the C-130.<br/><br/>""Where are you going?""<br/><br/>""To the moon Ben to the fucking moon. Where the fuck do you think I'm going? I'm going to say hello to the fucking new guys,"" he continued walking away from the plane and towards the new recruits.<br/><br/>""MAYBE NEXT TIME I'LL MAKE SURE SOMETHINGS BROKEN<span style=""text-decoration: underline"">BEFORE</span>YOU GO UP IN THE AIR,"" Ben shouted after the pilot. Maks just continued to walk away calmly, raising his right hand in the air and giving the technician a nice visible wave of the middle finger.<br/><br/>Maks continued to stride across the tarmac until he arrived among the group of new squad members. He walked right passed all the new recruits and made his way strait to Drake. He gave a short salute and then moved in close to the Colonel.<br/><br/>""New meat for the slaughter sir?"" Maks asked with a whisper."
2723,"Guardians of Freedom (Ace Combat RP, IC, OPEN)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320950,2014-11-23T15:37:00,Kassaran,"From inside the cargo bay of the large transport, the eyes of the young John Stratus, former Crimson Blade mercenary member, stayed closed. They didn't flicker open, not even when the sound of the wheels touching down on the runway sounded through the large chamber, nor did they open as the sound of the rear loading ramp whined through the air. They did finally open to reveal two bright hazel eyes which promptly surveyed the area to find the source of the voice now ringing out through the air. It was a harsh, and sounded of a voice that had spent many years in a military which focused on limiting the ability of its pilots and the man speaking was no different than how John envisioned he'd look. He gave his eyes a healthy look over the rest of the people within the belly of the beast they had ridden in on as he stood up and gathered up his rucksack. Everything else he'd have need for had already been brought in with his plane a day earlier.<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Disembark immediately. Bring all belonging with you. Follow the direction of your escorting soldier's at all times until you have reached the briefing room. Do not at any time stray from the path, or try to relinquish your bags. Your new commander will take charge of this after briefing</span>.""<br/><br/>The words still echoed in his mind as he made his way down the loading ramp, the rucksack thrown lazily over one shoulder as he slowly made his way out onto the tarmac, his eyes quickly adjusting to the change in light. His hair slowly waved in the light breeze rushing across the large open space, and he gave a glance around trying to find where his hangar might be. No dice, there was no such luck in finding his plane with just a simple sweep over the runway with his eyes, but he had no worries. He knew she was here somewhere. Facing back to the front, he allowed himself to be herded into a group with the others and make their way t wherever it was they were to be going..."
2724,"Guardians of Freedom (Ace Combat RP, IC, OPEN)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320950,2014-11-23T17:04:00,The BranRiech,"Everyone had a funny accent.<br/><br/>None of the people with him were from the home country. Though that wasn't entirely right either. ""Home country"" was a word used by the old bastards in charge of the place when they were busy sucking up to the commies in the North. Kaluga was his home, and it was a country, but it wasn't the home country. Artyom Korolev simply called it ""Home"". Though in recent months, home was getting a bit run-down and economically unsound. The bloated Yuktobanian economy was bleeding the nearby nations dry, and like many cash-strapped nations on the border, they looked to their massive military forces and started to cut back. Artyom had just gotten his first plane, a Novi-Avion, designed by a committee of several nations working to develop a cost-effective fighter to replace their older Yuktobanian models.<br/><br/>Unfortunately, he was considered expendable and fired on the same day.<br/><br/>But now, he found himself sitting in a cargo plane where everyone had a funny accent.<br/><br/>Grunting in disapproval, the teen got up from his seat, and started to follow the group out. His plane was waiting, but first came their introduction to the war that was plaguing the world."
2725,"Guardians of Freedom (Ace Combat RP, IC, OPEN)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320950,2014-11-23T19:19:00,The United Remnants of America,"Tobias had been watching with squinted eyes at the man, he looked like a pilot, walk from the F-4, that was an F-4, right?, in the distance and then walk up to the guys calling themselves the commanders. Toby stepped out of the ""firing squad"" line and sauntered over to the other pilot, rubbing an eye, ""Hiya, you a Phantom pilot? She looks like she's seen a lot of combat. I fly an F-4, too, man. They may not be the fastest or most agile, but they can take a beating like nobody's business, huh?"" Toby chuckled and held out a hand to the older pilot, ""My name's Tobias McLeod, but you can call my Toby, mate."""
2726,"Guardians of Freedom (Ace Combat RP, IC, OPEN)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320950,2014-11-23T20:13:00,Finorskia,"Maks glared at Tobias's hand and then glared up at the mans face. The man was about Maks's age but a good deal taller. Maks could tell he was also greener than a blade of grass. Maks ignored the outstretched hand and crossed his arms.<br/><br/>""My name's Maksamilian Mihaylov, but you can call me either Lieutenant, or Lieutenant Mihaylov understood. How long have you been in the military kid? You been in combat before? Because I don't think you have. Now here's what you're gonna do kid. You're gonna turn around and march back into that line there before those trigger happy guards turn you into Swiss cheese. Why? because that's how we do things in the military. Now get back in line before I personally kick you back in it,"" Maks's voice was a combination between stern and angry, and his face was just as such. Anyone looking, listening, or both could tell that the experienced pilot meant business. To make maters worse for Tobias Maks was staring unblinkingly into the taller man's eyes."
2727,"Guardians of Freedom (Ace Combat RP, IC, OPEN)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320950,2014-11-23T20:56:00,The United Remnants of America,"Toby looked down into the shorter, older man's eyes, unblinkingly, ""Well, to answer your questions, No, I haven't been in the military, these bars here are, um, whaddya call 'em, simulated. But I have been in combat, and it's not what I'd consider a good time, but it pays the bills, I guess. But sure, I can go back into the nice lil' prison lineup. I guess I'll see ya round, mister Lieutenant Mihaylov."" Toby grinned as he gave a lazy mocking salute before he turned around and took his spot back into line, pushing his hands down into the pockets of his flightsuit, where his face changed to surprise as he pulled out a pair of sunglasses he forgot were in his pocket. He put the sunglasses on, a pair of large aviators, and stood in line, looking around nonchalantly."
2728,"Guardians of Freedom (Ace Combat RP, IC, OPEN)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320950,2014-11-24T05:29:00,Qeno,"Still inside the C-130 slept a young red-haired woman still exhausted from her trip from Yuktobania even though it was a simple trip over the ocean heading west instead of east and she was enjoying her rest until the sounds of the door opening then shortly after people starting to talk. The woman groaned as she struggled to lean back up against her seat with a clean black suit case acting as her pillow and opened her eyes to find the pilots that were with her the entire trip start leaving the cargo jet. She didn't talk to any of them, part of the case because she was busy before embarking on her journey as a mercenary pilot and had a legacy to make.<br/><br/>Evelyn quietly pushed her suit case off of her lap and she forced herself to stand up with her smooth red eyes squinting outside before walking out holding her suitcase in hands. '<span style=""font-style: italic"">It seems like the pilots came from all over the world for this op, then I better not disappoint</span>' Evelyn said to herself and she turned back to look at the C-130 before looking at the rest of the pilots."
2729,"Guardians of Freedom (Ace Combat RP, IC, OPEN)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320950,2014-11-24T11:36:00,United states of brazilian nations,"Carlos Oliveira stayed quiet for the whole trip, entertaining himself by reading or killing time by sleeping, that is, when he was not listening to music. Carlos especially liked listining to metal and classic music; oh, what a clash of preference. One of the last to leave the cargo plane, he was a bit alarmed by the fact there were armed guards escorting them. ""what do they think we are, bloody POW's?"", he thought silently. he was not very fond of speaking to people he didn't know, but could chat for hours with someone who was close to him, especially if the subject of the conversation was something about guns, planes, warfare, history or all sorts of mechanical stuff. ""well, i did nothing wrong so i've got nothing to fear, either..."" he thought as he left the C-130. indeed, he had nothing to hide... apart from the IMBEL MD7 .40 LX he always kept on his person, safe and unchambered, but always with a full magazine, in a pancake holster. he did not know if firearms were allowed or not, but hey, they were about to participate in military actions, and a good pilot must always keep his sidearm with him in case he went down.<br/><br/>Carlos was especially eager to fly. he liked to read books and documentaries about pilots and war stories. while he knew that actual war would be much more gruesome, and knew the risks that came with it, his dream was always to be a fighter pilot. when he was given money to purchase a plane, his choice was the Mirage 2000 multirole since he considered himself ""a jack of all trades, but master of none"", and was eager to see how his squadron would be arranged."
2730,"Guardians of Freedom (Ace Combat RP, IC, OPEN)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320950,2014-11-24T23:05:00,Transnapastain,"“Hey buddy? You still alive?”<br/><br/>The voice sliced through Barry's dreamless sleep like a knife. He awake with a start, banging his head against the metal hull behind his crash seat. Cursing, out of reflex, he lurched forward, only to be jerked to a stop by the tightened crash webbing. His forward motion stopped, Barry's head droops, his chin nearly touching his chest, he squeezes his eyes shut, the webbing pressing tightly against his chest-<br/><br/>-<span style=""font-style: italic"">The radar warning receiver wouldn't stop, its incessant squawking warns him of the approach of what seemed like a million enemy missiles. He slams the throttle forward, acceleration pinning him back in his seat, the forces threatening to crush him against the rear of his pilots chair as the plane leapt forward, the flames of the afterburning engines streaking across the dark ebony sky<br/><br/>An explosion rocks the craft, but not a missile impact, The instrument panel goes red, flashing lights indicating unsustainable damage. The engines...they're on fire. The suppression equipment has failed....the groaning of the airframe roars in his ears<br/><br/>He yanks on the red ejection handle, and a new roar fills the cockpit as the canopy separates and fierce winds tear into him. The rocket motor roars to life only a fraction of a second later, propelling him upward, straining against the g-forces</span>-<br/><br/>-“Hey!” the voice called again louder. “Can you hear me? Are you okay?”<br/><br/>Barry's eyes snapped open, tears welling in them, obscuring his vision. The man standing before him, clad in a nondescript olive flight suit, (a thought rips through his mind with sudden and intense clarity,<span style=""font-style: italic"">its amazing how pilots look the same all over the world!</span>before vanishing beneath the torrent of memories, emotions and thoughts swirling within his mind)- an older man, his face etched in stone, the transports pilot, a muted rank badge on his flight suit proclaiming him to be a Major, the ISAF flag announcing his allegiance to the world.<br/><br/>He raises his head, fighting back tears, his voice is dry like the Jilachi Desert. “I...yes...Yes sir. I'm alright.” Barry's fingers feel like jello as he fumbles with his harness, trying to free himself from its vice grip.<br/><br/>“Don't tell me you hate flying, kid.” The major said, squatting down to assist him in undoing his crash webbing. “You're supposed to be a pilot!”<br/><br/>“I do hate flying...when I'm not in control.” Barry replied, instantly regretting the implied insult.<br/><br/>The major either missed it or chose to ignore it as he pulled the buckles free and assisted Barry to his feet. “Well, maybe you won't have to ride in a hunk of junk like this anytime again soon, eh? Give em hell, pilot.”<br/><br/>-<span style=""font-style: italic"">Hell....Hell is feel the intense heat of the stricken plane before the searing cold of the ferocious winds of ejection. The wild ride skyward at Mach 3.1, and the almost sorrowful plummet towards earth, wondering if the seats parachute is intact, if it will deploy.</span>-<br/><br/>Barry shook his head again, trying to smile at the pilot, “Yes sir. Rather be in my own plane where I can do some good.”<br/><br/>The man nodded before turning away and striding back towards the cockpit. Bending, Barry grabbed his small satchel bag, slinging it over his shoulder before clomping down the metal deck towards the ramp, blinking against the harsh white light spilling into the dim cargo bay. There was someone carrying on outside, and there was no mistaking the tone of command, the voice that, at least in the mind of the speaker, commanded authority.<br/><br/>As he plodded down the ramp, and his eyes adjusted to the bright sunlight, he found himself staring at several grim faced military policemen clutching automatic rifles. He shuddered, wondering if this is how they greeted new allies, those who offered to place their body in harm way, for pride or for profit, for the sake of their fledgling union. If so, if this is how they indeed welcomed allies, maybe it was no wonder ISAF had a pilot shortage, it surely seemed asinine to Barry that these volunteers should be received with such hostility.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Its almost as if they fear us. As if we're the enemy.</span>. Barry thought, and on the heels of that thought, another, cruel and hateful.<span style=""font-style: italic"">They are the enemy! Strike them down!</span>.<br/><br/>“No.” Barry whispered. “I am my own man, you no longer control me.”<br/><br/>But if they knew who he was, if they had any inkling of his past, then this reception would be right and just. The irony struck Barry as positively hilarious and, despite the severity of the situation, he could quite stifle a laugh as he fell into the line of pilots proceeding away from the aircraft."
2731,"Guardians of Freedom (Ace Combat RP, IC, OPEN)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320950,2014-11-25T10:29:00,New Babylonia,"The Lieutenant, by the name of Gofser on his uniform held his hand to signal the stop of the entire group as one particular pilot strayed off.<br/><br/>""Aim at the back of his head, just incase."" A Corporal by the name of Fest complied, aiming down the iron sights of his rifle at the back of Tobias' bobbing head, as if aiming to pop a balloon. It seemed as meaningless as that given the soldier's facial expression. Everyone was forced, then, to watch the very brief banter between him and a resident pilot, before he was sent back.<br/>""Right, now, if we're done acting toddlers straying away from mommy, let's be on our way."" The journey was deafeningly quiet, the soldiers said not a word, and anyone in the hallways nearly jumped to get out of their way. It seemed to be the only emotion in a building of dreary gray ceilings and blinding white floors and walls. The only distinguished between them were the uniforms that past by, but otherwise, one could hardly tell they'd taken a step by the time they stopped, it was all identical.<br/><br/>""The briefing room. Go in, sit down, shut the fuck up, and listen."""
2732,"Guardians of Freedom (Ace Combat RP, IC, OPEN)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320950,2014-11-25T13:33:00,Rupudska,"Agathe didn't sleep on the C-130. She tried, oh did she ever try, but all attempts were unsuccessful. Either a sudden bout of turbulence woke her up, or the sound of the engines, or the sound of someone trying to talk to her. The choice of escort squadron only made it worse. Gaern. She remembered that squadron quite well. It was back when she was Gault 3. Somehow, they (and a squad of F-15Es) had managed to penetrate their CAP and shoot down Gault 1 as he was taking off, but she had managed to kill Gaern 1 and 5 in revenge. Not good times. It was also night, and she never really liked night flights.<br/><br/>She shook her head. Now wasn't the time to be thinking about such things. That was Agathe's life, the life of a Belkan. Now, she was Dorothea, and she was Osean. She had been working on her accent before arriving. Hopefully nobody from Belka would recognize any hints of the Tauberg plains in her voice.<br/><br/>Soon enough, though, they were on the ground, in the base, and in the briefing room - without having to say a word. Which was good.<br/><br/>With a brief nod, she quickly took a seat near the middle in the briefing room."
2733,"Guardians of Freedom (Ace Combat RP, IC, OPEN)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320950,2014-11-25T15:34:00,Qeno,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Babylonia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320950&amp;p=22565454#p22565454"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Lieutenant, by the name of Gofser on his uniform held his hand to signal the stop of the entire group as one particular pilot strayed off. <br/><br/>""Aim at the back of his head, just incase."" A Corporal by the name of Fest complied, aiming down the iron sights of his rifle at the back of Tobias' bobbing head, as if aiming to pop a balloon. It seemed as meaningless as that given the soldier's facial expression. Everyone was forced, then, to watch the very brief banter between him and a resident pilot, before he was sent back. <br/>""Right, now, if we're done acting toddlers straying away from mommy, let's be on our way."" The journey was deafeningly quiet, the soldiers said not a word, and anyone in the hallways nearly jumped to get out of their way. It seemed to be the only emotion in a building of dreary gray ceilings and blinding white floors and walls. The only distinguished between them were the uniforms that past by, but otherwise, one could hardly tell they'd taken a step by the time they stopped, it was all identical. <br/><br/>""The briefing room. Go in, sit down, shut the fuck up, and listen.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Evelyn cringed at the leader of the group as noted by his rank ordered one of his lackeys to aim at the back of one of the more lively pilot's head and she let out a small sigh of relief as the strange pilot returned to the group. She was emotionally fuming as the group was being escorted into the base to the briefing room and she barely noticed the emotion of dreary gray ceilings and the blinding white of the rest of the interior.<br/><br/>'<span style=""font-style: italic"">Why treat someone like that? Especially if they are working for you and have the ability to operate the equipment needed to end the war and strike fear into the hearts of their enemies</span>' She mentally asked herself. Evelyn's heart almost plunged into her stomach when the group stopped and the Lieutenant said 'The briefing rooom. Go, in, sit down, shut the fuck up, and listen.""<br/><br/>The woman would have clocked him for speaking to someone in such a profane manner but she conceded as she started to calm down and walked past the rude lieutenant leading into the briefing room with her suitcase rolling behind her. Without a word she took a seat on the far side of the room on the first row and she placed her suitcase next to her seat."
2734,"Guardians of Freedom (Ace Combat RP, IC, OPEN)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320950,2014-11-25T16:52:00,Kassaran,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Babylonia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320950&amp;p=22565454#p22565454"">wrote</a>:</cite>-<span style=""font-style: italic"">snip</span>-</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Well, glad to see everyone is so nice and hospitable here, I think I could grow to like this place,"" the sarcasm was lacquered on thick in the 2nd Lieutenant's voice as he entered the room. This Lieutenant was seriously pushing boundaries, and if they were in such dire need of pilots that they were turning to pilots they couldn't even trust, they were all in for a treat. Hell, it appeared there were just as likely to get shot down by their own forces as a flight of hostile Sapinese right now, the amount of guns present in the room, and the distinct lack thereof on most of the pilots was incredible. He gave a look around the room and selecting a seat towards the center, he let himself slump into it, dropping his ruck-sack off to the side as though he were just another student at some highly intensive combat training school,"" c'mon folks, we might as well make Mister Butterbars over there happy, not as though he looks to be all that friendly, but I'd hardly blame him for being such an highstrung s-o-b anyways what with them being willing to just contract a bunch of nobodies like us, ain't that right Butter-bars?""<br/><br/>The Lieutenant brushed a hand over his face cooly as he let his longer-than-regulation hair be pushed off to the side, he knew they were desperate and he knew what the stakes were, but the undue hostility towards the mercenaries present was quite frankly unwarranted in his views. Hell, they even had some girl in their own air force present, and she was being subjected to the same torturously rude behavior. It all felt rather unbecoming of some uptight officer, but then again he shrugged internally considering that there perhaps was a reason he'd been kept from the front lines after all and perhaps that was what had him marching about like he was. It wouldn't surprise the Lieutenant in the slightest if he stripped off his pants to reveal a three foot long pole inserted up his-<br/><br/>He stopped with that line of thinking as he quickly turned to watch closely the rest who were entering the room. he wasn't certain how many were actually seasoned combat veterans like himself, and who wasn't, but he was the last to be judging them, so he simply settled for watching each one closely to see if he could gauge their individual reactions."
2735,"Guardians of Freedom (Ace Combat RP, IC, OPEN)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320950,2014-11-25T18:21:00,Qeno,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kassaran <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320950&amp;p=22570726#p22570726"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Babylonia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320950&amp;p=22565454#p22565454"">wrote</a>:</cite>-<span style=""font-style: italic"">snip</span>-</div></blockquote><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">""Well, glad to see everyone is so nice and hospitable here, I think I could grow to like this place,"" the sarcasm was lacquered on thick in the 2nd Lieutenant's voice as he entered the room. This Lieutenant was seriously pushing boundaries, and if they were in such dire need of pilots that they were turning to pilots they couldn't even trust, they were all in for a treat. Hell, it appeared there were just as likely to get shot down by their own forces as a flight of hostile Sapinese right now, the amount of guns present in the room, and the distinct lack thereof on most of the pilots was incredible. He gave a look around the room and selecting a seat towards the center, he let himself slump into it, dropping his ruck-sack off to the side as though he were just another student at some highly intensive combat training school,"" c'mon folks, we might as well make Mister Butterbars over there happy, not as though he looks to be all that friendly, but I'd hardly blame him for being such an highstrung s-o-b anyways what with them being willing to just contract a bunch of nobodies like us, ain't that right Butter-bars?""<br/><br/>The Lieutenant brushed a hand over his face cooly as he let his longer-than-regulation hair be pushed off to the side, he knew they were desperate and he knew what the stakes were, but the undue hostility towards the mercenaries present was quite frankly unwarranted in his views. Hell, they even had some girl in their own air force present, and she was being subjected to the same torturously rude behavior. It all felt rather unbecoming of some uptight officer, but then again he shrugged internally considering that there perhaps was a reason he'd been kept from the front lines after all and perhaps that was what had him marching about like he was. It wouldn't surprise the Lieutenant in the slightest if he stripped off his pants to reveal a three foot long pole inserted up his-<br/><br/>He stopped with that line of thinking as he quickly turned to watch closely the rest who were entering the room. he wasn't certain how many were actually seasoned combat veterans like himself, and who wasn't, but he was the last to be judging them, so he simply settled for watching each one closely to see if he could gauge their individual reactions.</div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/><br/>Evelyn looked at the 2nd Lieutenant who started to talk from his seat and she smiled at him. Not only was the first statement ironic she managed catch onto the sense of sarcasm which was rare for her to pick up even in her home country among the Yukes and she looked around to see even more irony in the room. She folded her arms and crossed her legs behind her seat as she looked around to fine another woman whom she assumed to be yet another mercenary pilot like the one she's starting to become.<br/><br/>""Maybe someone he knows would throw us a nice warm welcome to the mercenary task force party while we're at it"" Evelyn added still with a warm smile on her face and her Yuktobanian accent very much apparent since she didn't feel the need to hide it. '<span style=""font-style: italic"">If someone was going to die today then it may as well be by the 'cheerful' allied forces led by that dashing man with a corporal rank waiting to itch his trigger finger on orders of the man with butter-bars for a rank</span>' thought the red-haired woman. But then again she was interested to see if there would be some stray chance of a party thrown for someone from a mercenary group."
2736,"Guardians of Freedom (Ace Combat RP, IC, OPEN)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320950,2014-11-25T19:04:00,The United Remnants of America,"Toby grabbed a chair near the back and flipped it around so that he could sit on it backwards, his arms resting on the back of the chair. Tobias was oblivious to the soldier who'd pointed a gun at his head. He would've laughed in the soldier's face had he known. While Toby didn't enjoy the idea of death, he knew it was an eventuality.<br/><br/>Toby looked around, his ears twitching at the grumbling and heckling coming from the center of the room. Toby grinned as his eyes locked onto a redheaded girl and a 2nd Lieutenant with a slouch ""Aye, quiet up there, guys. You think these bastards are mouthy now, just wait till they 'ave to repeat themselves cuz we were bitchin'. We'll be flying planes from the stockades. They'll wrap the damn nooses 'round our necks before we take off an' use us for target practice!"" Toby chuckled at his own banter, wondering if he was ever going to make it back into the cockpit of his Phantom II."
2737,"Guardians of Freedom (Ace Combat RP, IC, OPEN)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320950,2014-11-25T20:06:00,Czeckolutania,"Andrew was relieved to be on the move, after the long plane ride it felt good to stretch his legs. He was in the middle of mentally questioning the extreme security measures when the order was given to take aim at one of the pilots. Andrew quickly looked back to see a shaggy haired pilot sauntering over to a resident pilot. He simply stared in disbelief ""these men have assault rifles, why tempt fate?"" Andrew patiently waited anticipating the gunshot and the crimson red of blood spilling on the Tarmac. It never came, and as the pilot rejoin the group Andrew allowed others to pass him until he was standing next to the shaggy haired pilot.<br/><br/>Andrew never brought himself to say anything to the pilot he simply wanted to ensure that he didn't put himself in at any more risk before they even got in a cockpit. As they entered the building and later the briefing room Andrew relaxed a bit he picked a seat near the back of the room and sat down. He set his bags next to him and pulled out a notepad and a pencil. As conversation started to break out Andrew looked up at his peers. He shook his head and thought to himself ""these guys seem a bit iffy on the concept of self preservation."""
2738,"Guardians of Freedom (Ace Combat RP, IC, OPEN)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320950,2014-11-25T20:09:00,Kassaran,"""So long as I have a means to defence myself, I'd relish the challenge. Hell, I'd love to get a chance to earn some extra cash."" the lieutenant's smile flashed brightly as he waited for everyone else to take their seat so the officers they'd given the honor of being the brunt of their jokes. Sure he soldiers present looked prepped to open fire on a moments notice, but the lieutenant was more than certain his resume came with some minor abilities to step over the lines and goodness be damned he was going to take advantage of everything the ISAF was willing to give."
2739,"Guardians of Freedom (Ace Combat RP, IC, OPEN)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320950,2014-11-25T22:04:00,Licana,"The Eusean Ocean was known for its relative calmness, at least in the North. Like a great sheet of glass, it stretched between the East coast of Usea and the western Yuktobanian continent with an almost serene calmness. A small flotilla of ships floated through, heading towards the nearby island of North Point from the mainland. Though the ships were not what one would consider small viewing them direclty, indeed this flotilla contained many large transport ships and even an oil tanker, with small warships mixed in for escort. However, when put up next to the Eusean Ocean, they were little more than dots, insignificant in the same way that plankton is insignificant to a whale.<br/><br/>The calmness of the ocean was not shared by the equally vast skies above it. Thin contrails whirled about like dancers, dots at their heads as they twisted and maneuvered around each other, getting driven closer and closer to the ocean below. One dove, screaming towards the blue waters below, with a second following. The triangular shaped aircraft at the lead pulled out of the dive at the last second, the ocean parting behind it as it flew not but meters from the water. A smaller body came down behind it, crashing into the waters and exploding, sending up a plume of water. Above and behind, a massive twin-engine aircraft flew, pursuing the triangular fighter down to the deck. Its raw speed gained in the dive carried it closer to the triangular craft, and it spit fire from its wing root.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Damn it, where did these fighters come from?</span><br/><br/>The pilot of the triangular craft, one Enrico Caruso (callsign Cierzo One), inquired internally as he dodged the cannon fire coming from the enemy aircraft.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">They weren't supposed to have fighter cover, but the sky is crawling with them. How could InOps have been so wrong?</span>He cursed silently as another missile warning blared. Pulling his Mirage 2000D into a tight roll, he watched the distinct contrail of a missile shoot past his canopy as he completed the maneuver. It was too close; his plane was sluggish, loaded down by anti-shipping ordinance. Unfortunately, his mission briefing stated with confidence that his squadron would not be facing any enemy air resistance. Had it stated otherwise, he would be loaded for air to air, and this would be a much fairer fight.<br/><br/>""Cierzo Five, where are you? I've got one on my tail!"" He looked about the sky, trying to find his accompanying flight lead.<br/><br/>""There! Two-o'clock, high!"" His backseat weapons officer shouted out, drawing his eyes briefly to up and to the right. He saw the flaming ball of Cierzo Five's aircraft falling towards the sea very clearly. This was the third aircraft he had lost today.<br/><br/>""Damn it! They're beating us back."" He exclaimed to no one in particular. The flash of cannon fire past his canopy brought him back to the situation at hand, and he put his aircraft into a rolling dive before leveling out near the floor of the ocean below. ""Cierzo Four, Cierzo Six, form up on each other."" He received confirmations from both pilots in short order as he pulled into a sharp turn to try and shake the ISAF plane behind him. Entirely defensive and unable to truly outmaneuver the veteran pilot, it would only be a matter of time before he made a mistake or the enemy got lucky. But there were no other options, the ISAF planes were faster than they were, and would run them down if they tried to retreat.<br/><br/>The ISAF fighter suddenly pulled away from his pursuit, throwing itself into a sharp, climbing turn to the right. As it approached vertical, a missile slammed home, shattering the fighter into a puff of fire and smoke.<br/><br/>""Five enemy bandits down."" His backseater reported. ""Four new contacts approaching from two-three-zero. They're friendlies!""<br/><br/>""What?"" Enrico exclaimed in disbelief, turning to look towards where the new contacts were approaching.<span style=""font-style: italic"">We were supposed to be operating alone.</span>But as he looked, he could clearly see the friendly contacts on his hud. At the center of the blue ally markers were four red dots, gaining in size by the second. The TAC names displayed by the markers instantly made him pause. He knew these pilots, everyone in the Sapinese Air Force did.<br/><br/>""It's The Eagle!"" He yelled out over the radio. This was all that needed to be said.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>Castor Frontera could only give a light smirk as he heard the cry that erupted over the radio as his presence became known to the Sapinese aircraft in the area. It was a joyous sound, one that could only be made from men that knew that their lives had just been saved.<br/><br/>They still had a large number of aircraft to deal with, this fight was far from over. He quickly cued up his targets for his next salvo, this data being forwarded to the rest of his flight via data-link. In less than a second, his entire flight of four had solid locks on the remaining enemy aircraft with their long-range missiles, with the data-link ensuring that no one target was being selected by more than one missile. Each member of their flight confirmed their status vocally, stating they were ready to fire. The enemy aircraft were reforming quickly, adjusting to the new threat and their own reduced numbers. They were good pilots, the same trick wouldn't work twice. Then again, it didn't need to. He waited, closing the gap with his ISAF enemies.<br/><br/>""All aircraft...fire your lances."" He commanded as they approached minimum range for their long range missiles. The large air to air missiles fell off the racks two at a time, rocketing towards the enemy formation at breakneck speed. The ISAF pilots split apart, their formations scattering the very instant of the launch. Only one missile would hit its target, sending another ISAF fighter down to the sea below. However, the attack had served its purpose, the ISAF flight was scattered as the Lanceros screamed into their formation, not giving them the chance to recover. Castor pulled a hard S-Turn as he passed over the ISAF formation, capping it off with a diving roll to the left putting him directly behind one of the large ISAF air superiority fighters. A single missile fell off his wingtip pylon, rocket motor igniting and sending itself right into the left engine of the fighter, turning it into flaming ball of warped metal and jet fuel. He quickly broke away from the burning fighter, latching onto another.<br/><br/>This aircraft was ready for him, already aware of his presence, likely thanks to his now burning wingman. The ISAF plane pulled hard into Castor's turn, forcing him to over-shoot. Castor expertly popped his speed brakes, rolling through 270 degrees to follow his new prey. The ISAF plane made quick, smooth transitions from turn to climb to dive to turn, keeping Castor from pulling lead on his target, though failing to shake him. As Castor matched his enemy's maneuvers, a bolt of cannon fire flew past his canopy. For a moment, he was concerned, but that concern passed quickly. He knew he was in good hands, after all. The responsible aircraft streaked under Castor's aircraft as he rolled, trailing flames and without a canopy. Behind it, Lancero 2 followed before pulling up and back onto Castor's wing, the unbreakable shield living up to her name yet again. The ISAF aircraft on his nose, now out of friends and out of options, tried a panicked climb at full burn, hoping his powerful aircraft could outrun Castor's Rafale in the vertical. The pilot was correct, of course, but Castor's missiles could climb far faster than he could. They streaked up, turning the aircraft into a flaming mess, disintegrating as it reached the apex of its climb.<br/><br/>Castor and his wingman broke hard, pulling up behind another ISAF fighter. It broke hard right, trying to pull away from the Sapin aces. ""Take him."" Castor commanded simply to his wingman before entering a sharp climb. He rose, pushing his aircraft to full afterburner as he rocketed upwards. Tracking the ISAF fighter being pursued by his wingman on his RADAR, he rolled his aircraft and pulled up on his stick, pushing his nose about 180 degrees, back into a dive, and cutting his engines back to military power. His Rafale screamed out, tearing through the air as it pushed towards the ground at supersonic speeds. The ISAF fighter was in sight, ducking about trying to avoid Lancero Two's attacks. His prey was completely distracted and unaware of his presence. He activated his cannon, depressing on the stick as he closed with the fighter. His Rafale's 30mm cannon tore through the enemy's canopy, disintegrating the entire front of the fuselage as he dove past the now dead ISAF fighter.<br/><br/>He leveled his aircraft quickly, Lancero Two joining up on his wing without a word. Taking quick stock of the situation, he saw there were only three ISAF fighters left in the area. Lancero Three pushed in behind one while Lancero Four took the other, and burned them down in quick succession. Lancero Three then quickly snapped about, slamming the last ISAF fighter with his cannon in a high angle deflection shot. It was moments like this that reminded Castor how the old ace had earned his nickname, he had probably downed more aircraft on this engagement than he had. Castor smirked.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Over ten years my senior and still able to out-do me, I'm glad he's on my side.</span><br/><br/>""Picture clear, all aircraft confirm."" He called out, cool and collected, to the rest of his flight.<br/>""Lancero Two, picture clear."" Lancero two rang back, voice like an exquisite wine.<br/>""Lancero Three, confirmed, all aircraft down."" The low voice of Lancero Two answered<br/>""Lancero Four, picture clear.""<br/><br/>""Roger, air sweep clear. Cierzo squadron, what is your status?"" Castor inquired to the flight he had saved.<br/><br/>""Cierzo One, mission complete, enemy flotilla destroyed."" Castor banked his aircraft, looking out towards the enemy ships. They were burning now, the warships guns silent as they fell beneath the waves. He dropped his altitude slightly, taking in the scene. The oil tanker was on its side, its contents leaking into the sea and igniting around a dead destroyer. ""We couldn't have done it without you."" He inhaled sharply as he saw little blobs in the oil spill, clearly identifiable as sailors. From which vessel he could not know. He leveled his aircraft out, not wishing to look any longer. ""Thanks for your support."" He said nothing. A second past, and he pulled his aircraft into a sharp turn and gave a slight dive. Popping his air brakes and dropping flaps, he leveled off in a slight dive towards the oil tanker. Activating his cannon, he strafed the surrounding ocean, bracketing the burning oil slicks with explosive 30mm cannon rounds. He pulled out over the flames, not daring to look back. No one deserved to die in such a manner, he had only hoped that he got them all.<br/><br/>""Rodger Cierzo squadron, air should be clear back to Rigley, head home."" He finally replied to the Strike Fighter pilot.<br/><br/>""Comandante?"" Lancero Two said over the radio, inquisitive tone obvious as she pulled up on his wing. She had witnessed his actions.<br/><br/>""I'm alright...Just giving the enemy some peace."" He stated solemnly in response. ""Lets head back.""<br/><br/>Pulling lazily to the left, Castor and the rest of Lancero flight departed back along their original approach vector. The only lingering sign of their presence being the burning ships and wrecked airframes of their foes, sinking deeper into the depths of the Eusean."
2740,"Guardians of Freedom (Ace Combat RP, IC, OPEN)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320950,2014-11-26T08:02:00,United states of brazilian nations,"Carlos Olivieira walked to the briefing room and took a seat on the front row. he liked sitting there. through his whole life in school and university, he used to sit there so he could ""pay more attention"". The soldier's actions, aiming at the back of the head of one of his fellow pilots, were making him a bit nervous though. all the time while he was walking to the room, he instinctively kept his right hand close to his pancake holster, where his trustworthy .40 handgun was stored. in the end, it seemed like nothing would happen unless someone screwed up, so he sat down more tranquil.<br/><br/>He knew they would fight Belka and Sapin. he always wanted to visit these countries - that's where most of the roots of his family were in -, and while a war wouldn't quite be like a vacation trip, it would probably be ""good enough"". His ancestry was composed prmiarily of Belkans and Sapinish, along with a formely separatist region of Sapin that spoke a language slightly different from Sapinish; instead, they spoke purtoguese. and that was where his name and surname came from.<br/><br/>His father, an engineer, and his mother, a designer, who both worked for a car-making company and lived in said region, managed to escape to the Usean continent with the intent of escaping from the Belkan War in 1995. once there, they filled some immigration paperwork and started living in San Salvación, the same city where Carlos was eventually born. the rest is history.<br/><br/>these thoughts passed through Carlos' mind as he awaited the briefing. He knew that, among his father's ancestors, there were Belkan knights. And he also knew that most of his uncles fought in the Belkan War, and indeed, fought for their homelands, some for Belka, others for Sapin. Much of his family was still in these two countries. Were they okay? had some of them been killed in the revolution that happened in Sapin? were his uncles still in the armed forces?<br/><br/>what if some of them had joined their respective countries' armies? air forces?<br/><br/>would he, eventually, meet and fight his own cousins?<br/><br/>he shaked his head, trying to shake off this last thought. he could not afford distractions now.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""OOC warning""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">OOC:<br/><br/>i don't think there is an analog to Portugal in Strangereal, so since Sapin is an analogue of Spain, and Portugal was originally a part of Spain that had their own language (much like Catalonia is today), i made something up in which a region of Sapin spoke purtoguese (get it? Spain = Sapin? Portuguese = Purtoguese? ha! ha.... *tomato flies at face) to explain his name and his family's story.<br/><br/>if this is not acceptable, i'll see if i can find a way around it. really, i'm a bit worried and that's why i made this spoiler; after all, i don't know if making something up that doesn't exist in Ace Combat at all is acceptable. it's the OP's RP anyways, so i'll wait for him to decide.</div></div></div>"
2741,"Guardians of Freedom (Ace Combat RP, IC, OPEN)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320950&start=25,2014-11-27T16:42:00,Monfrox,"Cinnamon winced as the Lieutenant was unexpectedly harsh to their group. His words cut like knives. Why were they even like that, anyway? She was an Osean, and she had never been treated like this at Heierlark. It reminded her of how soldiers treated enemy prisoners of war. What was the need for the armed guards and being held at gunpoint? They were here to help, weren't they? She hoped this treatment wouldn't last forever. Her ""liaison mission"" was starting to feel more and more like a prison sentence with each passing minute. When they entered the briefing room, she took her bag with her and sat as close to the wall and as far away from everyone else as she could. She really didn't feel like being around anyone, but that was normal for her."
2742,"Guardians of Freedom (Ace Combat RP, IC, OPEN)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320950&start=25,2014-11-27T19:11:00,Ubaria,"Marching across the tarmac, there was the usual bustle of activity as mechanics tended to planes, airmen stood idly by their side talking or simply staring. Staring as 'fodder' crossed infront of them, just some new pilot they could strap in and fly straight into oncoming flak, but hey, the pay was good and there was nothing else to do but sit on your ass and watch as Sapin simply took what they wanted. One particular pilot was daring enough to start idle conversation with one of the existing airmen, however it was short lived as soon he returned to the pack, guns trained.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">""Right, now, if we're done acting toddlers straying away from mommy, let's be on our way.""</blockquote><br/><br/>The lieutenant was cold with his words and practically emotionless, there was no question from any of the other pilots as they were herded from one place to the next, and their particular destination was also emotionless, bleak walls lined with the figures of various people, all of which stopped and stared as if they were witnessing some sort of funeral procession...maybe that's what it was...<br/><br/>The group was directed to a particular room, which the Lieutenant so elegantly described it as the briefing room. Everyone poured inside and took a seat, Luka picking the first one near the front for convenience next to another pilot. A simple greeting of a short nod was given before Luka parked himself down on a chair, tucking his bags underneath his legs and waiting for the 'show' to start."
2743,"Guardians of Freedom (Ace Combat RP, IC, OPEN)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320950&start=25,2014-11-28T02:09:00,The balkens,"<span style=""font-style: italic"">Oh god, another superior officer that likes to dish out insults. What did he mean by toddlers away from mommy?</span>Hans thought as he made his way to the briefing room.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Wait a Minute, these guys do do not look lie the usual ISAF rank and file. Sure as hell ain't like Allenfort. And if these guys are not ISAF, who the hell are they and WHY WAS I NOT NOTIFIED!? JESUS CHRIST! IVE BEEN LUMPED INTO A MERCENARY GROUP!</span><br/><br/>Hans could hear his inner thoughts shrill in horror. As he sat down, he kept his composer and prayed that his new commander would not single him out.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Its ok, hansl, keep calm. Back Straight, eyes front and for the love of god, do not speak when out of turn.</span>"
2744,"Guardians of Freedom (Ace Combat RP, IC, OPEN)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320950&start=25,2014-11-28T19:55:00,Puzikas,"The past few days had been a blur. And not the good kind, either.<br/><br/>Sterling Schütze was used to sleep deprivation. Years of his life were dedicated to it, even. He was a master at not sleeping. But this didn't make him feel any better. His stomach felt hard, his mouth was dry, and his eyes hurt. His head felt about two sizes too big, but he still carried on.<br/><br/>The flight offered chance to sleep. He knew he should probably take the chance to get to know his fellow pilots, but he didn't. Everyone, for the most part, at least, chose not to talk. Most slept. Some, he thought, had died on the journey, they remained so still. He, too, allowed sleep to take him. It came easy. Dreams of the past days followed him. Most of the dreams were about paper, pens, and a relatively frustrating, bespectacled gentleman preventing him from doing what he needed to do, via crippling bureaucracy.<br/><br/>The sudden jolt upon landing slurred him to life. A rush of adrenaline entered his system, though he felt himself far too lazy to really get up. He looked around and allowed the images to process. Everyone had begun to disembark the aircraft. A blinding light from outside had flooded in, prompting him to shield his eyes. By the time his eyes had adjusted, he had time to see the tail-end of the formation. He stood and gathered his belongings, all of which fit into a pair of duffle bags and a single back pack, and joined the line. He noted a peculiarly small female in the group, highly out of place. He resisted the urge to talk to her, preferring instead to just let the group flow.<br/><br/>Interestingly, no one actually moved with haste to the briefing. The entire situation seemed more relaxed than he was used to...foolishly so, even. It was odd, to him, that no ranking officer was to make them hustle to personal quarters, where they would be given time to settle. It was strange that the new pilots were not shuffled off to be given a brief tour of the base to be familiarized. It was even stranger the ranking officer was merely sitting around waiting for the new pilots to come to him, rather than having set a predetermined time at which the briefing was to actually take place.<br/><br/>But he wasn't judging.<br/><br/>He observed a soldier aiming a rifle, which he felt to be foolish. He had signed up to fight for a force that didn't even practice proper trigger and muzzle discipline? How, then, could he expect his fellow pilots to not accidentally fox-two him, if mere grunts couldn't be asked to not train their rifles to pilots?<br/><br/>Other pilots too quipped on it. Sterling was about to speak up, though he forgot what he was going to say. He could have swore he had something for this.<br/><br/>The briefing room itself was fairly run of the mill. Tables, chairs, air, boards to write on. Pilots chose to sit about the rooms in various places. Sterling chose a spot somewhere up front, next to a friendly looking young pilot. He leaned back in his chair and threw his feet up on the table, letting out a long sigh. Pilots conversed around him, mostly discussion political nonsense or pay. For Sterling, this did not hold his interest currently. What did interest him was his aircraft, and how soon his weapons systems officer would be assigned to him."
2745,Not in a Thousand years. (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320993,2014-11-21T22:44:00,Hastiaka,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.ebayimg.com/00/s/MTI0NVgxNjAw/z/x3MAAMXQs6FRLU90/$(KGrHqFHJEYFEj9coF)bBRLU9zpHVg~~60_35.JPG""/><br/><span style=""font-size: 130%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #FF8000"">Not in a Thousand Years.</span><br/>Current year: 9,700 BCE</span></div><br/><hr/><br/><br/><br/><div align=""center"">Advancements are discovered.<br/>Cities states still not Established<br/>Forms of Government known but limited.<br/>Map of the world still not available<br/>Politics unavailable<br/>Nation states still unknown<br/>Empires still not established<br/>Colonial era still unknown<br/>Renaissance era still unknown<br/>Industrial era still unknown<br/>Imperialist era still unknown<br/>Modern era still unknown<br/>Information era still unknown<br/>Futuristic era still unknown</div><br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Culture:<br/><br/>- Discovery of Riddles<br/>- Discovery of Storytelling<br/>- Discovery of Poems<br/>- Discovery of Drum beating<br/>- Discovery of Singing<br/>- Discovery of Rhythmic Music<br/>- Discovery of Written Language<br/>- Discovery of Pottery<br/>- Discovery of Architecture<br/>- Discovery of Religion<br/>- Discovery of a Pantheon<br/>- Discovery of a Temple<br/>- Discovery of a Great Temple<br/>- Discovery of Aqueducts<br/>- Discovery of Archeology<br/>- Discovery of a Wonder<br/>- Discovery of Speeches and Philosophy<br/>- Discovery of Plays and grand theaters<br/>- Discovery of Operas<br/>- Discovery of Symphonies<br/>- Foundation of a Temple of Solomon<br/>- Discovery of a Radio<br/>- Discovery of a Television<br/>- Discovery of the Internet<br/>- Discovery of Pop-culture<br/>- Globalization<br/>- Foundation of a Sydney Opera House<br/><br/>Science:<br/>- Discovery of Trapping<br/>- Discovery of Agriculture<br/>- Discovery of Bronze Working<br/>- Discovery of The Wheel<br/>- Discovery of Engineering<br/>- Discovery of Calendar<br/>- Discovery of Mathematics<br/>- Discovery of Optics<br/>- Discovery of Education<br/>- Discovery of Machinery<br/>- Discovery of Physics<br/>- Discovery of Astronomy<br/>- Discovery of Chemistry<br/>- Discovery of Printing press<br/>- Discovery of Fertilization<br/>- Discovery of Scientific Theory<br/>- Discovery of Refrigeration<br/>- Discovery of Replaceable parts<br/>- Discovery of Atomic Theory<br/><br/>Economic:<br/><br/>- Discovery of Mining<br/>- Discovery of Currency<br/>- Discovery of Iron Working<br/>- Discovery of Guilds<br/>- Discovery of Banking<br/>- Discovery of Economics<br/>- Discovery of Plastics<br/>- Discovery of Penicillin <br/>- Discovery of Satellites<br/>- Discovery of a Universal Bank.</span><br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320965&amp;p=22521749#p22521749"" rel=""nofollow"">Link</a></div>"
2746,Not in a Thousand years. (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320993,2014-11-21T23:19:00,Togeria,"The Azterka tribe in south east Asia is like any tribe except they have two advantages. They have discovererd something to protect themselves from their environment and more importantly their enemies. They use a cleaned water buffalo hide to cover the chest and vital areas. The second and most important tool to the Azterka is communication, being a group of different tribes they each have taken aspects of their language to form one uniform code. It has taken nearly a century to perfect it, but with these to attributes, the Azterka go north to conquer modern day Hanoi."
2747,Not in a Thousand years. (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320993,2014-11-21T23:40:00,Hastiaka,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">The Ardonian Civilization, Cessacles Settlement, Greece.<br/>In the year of our Goddess, 10 YG</span></span></div><br/><br/>The Ardonian tribesmen were gathering food and hunting animals. In the center of the settlement, a Distinguished Hut can be seen. It was the Temple of Hennacles. The Mother goddess of the Ardonians. Legend says that Hennacles was once the most beautiful gatherer in the world. A Hunter which is also the most handsome Hunter in the world, Aaroncles fell in love with her.<br/>The High Priests of Hennacles were proclaiming that the Ardonians are the descendants of Hennacles. Culture is bountiful as the Natives discover riddles.<br/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">The Ardonian Civilization, Cessacles Settlement, Greece.<br/>In the year of our Goddess, 50 YG</span></span></div><br/><br/>Agriculture has been developed. Fifty years later, Population has risen. a Total of thirty was added to the population. Meanwhile, the Ardonians has developed trapping. Animals can now be trapped. Currently, Agriculture is seen as a better option rather than Hunting and gathering.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">The Ardonian Civilization, Cessacles Settlement, Greece.<br/>In the year of our Goddess, 100 YG</span></span></div><br/><br/>A Hundred years before, Hennacles gave birth to the Ardonian race. People celebrate. Population has doubled. a total of 260 Ardonians exist today. The Ardonians has also discovered Bronze working.<br/><br/>- Riddles discovered<br/>- Agriculture discovered<br/>- Bronze working discovered."
2748,Not in a Thousand years. (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320993,2014-11-21T23:48:00,Togeria,"40yrs have passed and after long hard battles the Atzerka tribe have spawned many villages in the present day Vietnam and Cambodia. They have discoverd the ability to farm, allowing them to finally stay in one place, they're armor is now made from hide, and they're spears still made out if sharp stone and band-boo. They have now herded a new species of horse brought from a tribe up deep up north 65yrs ago. They began to slowly tame the beast. Not quite capable to ride, but with it they can move their goods allowing them to migrate east slowly.<br/><br/>-discovered agriculture."
2749,Not in a Thousand years. (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320993,2014-11-22T00:42:00,Hastiaka,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">The Ardonian Civilization, Cessacles Settlement, Greece.<br/>In the year of our Goddess, 100 YG</span></span></div><br/><br/>One day, one of the Elders of the 10 tenants of Hennacles talked infront of 10 Ardonian children and told them a story;<span style=""font-style: italic"">''One day, there was a beautiful lady. She gathered food while Aaroncles was a brave and handsome Hunter...''</span>the newly discovered way of Ardonians became widespread.<br/><br/>- Story telling discovered."
2750,Not in a Thousand years. (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320993,2014-11-22T01:17:00,Togeria,"35yrs later, Azertka has passed down many stories, and a common theme appears....blood. Tales of warriors bathing in the blood of their foes travel through the community, quickly warriors from all ages go to battle to feel the warm liquid of their foes. It leads to the tale if ancient beings and if how they shaped Azertka, how they formed the rivers and seas, the grass and plains. People believe these tales, believe they can join the gods through battle and trade. It does something revolutionary it strengthen their bonds, and through that bonds chieftains are chosen, and from the chieftains a warlord.<br/>Discovery found-religion<br/>Discovery found-government<br/>Form of government found-monarchy"
2751,Not in a Thousand years. (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320993,2014-11-22T06:16:00,Perine,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">10 yg</span><br/><br/>The Orteans finally decide to settle down, as the great herds of Mammoths they once fallow have dwindled, and the Berries they used to snack on have now become their main source of food. They domesticate it, and line edges of the Rio grande they live on w/ the berry seeds, hoping that like the egg of one the great hawks or eagles, it will hatch food!<br/><br/>-Trapping discovered<br/>-Agriculture discovered<br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">50 yg</span><br/>Not much has changed for the Orteans, except for The Culture bounds another great leap, as they discover the usefulness of riddles. The thought provoking messages and morals touch the people like non other, and they for once feel the euphoria of learning.<br/><br/>-Language discovered<br/>-Riddles discovered.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">100 yg</span><br/>The Orteans have discovered pitifl outcasts of the land, people they dub<span style=""font-style: italic"">Ra'az</span>, men who are not ready for life, but neither for death. They slaughter all Ra'az who they come across, until they discover one with a stick attached to a rock. With this weapon,the Ra'az over powers the Orteans and claims himself as Ra'az Orty. Then, to add emphasis, allows all other Ra'az into the tribe, making the Orteans nearly double from 129 inhabitants to 210.<br/>The Orteans mark this as one of the great points in time, and for generations this story is repeated<br/><br/>-Story telling discovered."
2752,Not in a Thousand years. (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320993,2014-11-22T07:43:00,Kuhlfros,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">10,000 BCE, Doggerlands</span><br/>The Vaexicones were burly,strong, and red-haired warriors, whom shared a common primitive language of the Early Celts and Gauls, but soon as their Celt brethren would develop a culture and true language and belief as would the Vaexicones! But for now the prowled across what wold later become the English Channel and it's coastline, following herds of beasts from Central Europe up to Doggerland and lands north and back down again..."
2753,Not in a Thousand years. (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320993,2014-11-22T10:39:00,Xelryion Curvgfann,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">10 YG</span><br/><br/>The Qenari have discovered an easier way to gain food. Planting seeds in the fertile ground, then letting them grow into fruits, vegetables, and more. The Teru Religion is still strong.<br/><br/>-Agriculture Discovered<br/>-Religion Discovered<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">50 YG</span><br/><br/>Due to the greatness of the river, there has been a population boom of 30, and more villages are being constructed to support these. People begin to tell stories of Teru-Kiee, and how he created all that exists. Traps are being made, to trick the animals and lure them into a trap.<br/><br/>-Traps Discovered<br/>-Storytelling Discovered<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">100 YG</span><br/>Qenari settlers have gone south, following the Nile River, to expand the Qenari tribes. They have began to settle back down on the Nile River, expanding the Qenari and giving more power in the north. Back in the north, people begin to sing songs of Teru-kiee, and his ultimate power over the land.<br/><br/>-Singing Discovered"
2754,Not in a Thousand years. (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320993,2014-11-22T11:03:00,Togeria,"After 20yrs the Azertka people have gotten wiser. They have tamed the horse and ride the creature through their land. They have become masters of the spear, and have made ranged device with characteristics to a slingshot. With these two weapons, they have conquered the entirety of Cambodia with their sights set on all of Vietnam and Laos. With the need to conquer they need stronger homes, they have developed mud bricks to insulate their homes, and created bigger patches of farmland, they have started the first true making to a actual civilization.<br/><br/>Discovery-architecture."
2755,Not in a Thousand years. (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320993,2014-11-22T16:23:00,Perine,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">200 yg</span><br/>After 200 years, Ra'az Orty the Ninth had the very stone axe that got his Ancestor to the top of the Ortean's government broke. After making a new one using the same methods Ra'az Orty the first used, Several Heretics created their own Stone axes and killed Ra'az during one of his weekly Jackalope Hunts. From that day on, The Ra'az dynasty of the Orteans had ended, and Phish Orty took the throne and restored the 300 person tribe to its Original Orty family tradition.<br/>Meanwhile, more and more men learned the ability to create stone axes. Using one stone to break a Stalagmite in a nearby Ortean cave, the Orteans in-inadvertently invented Mining and an even stronger military force.<br/><br/>-Mining Discovered"
2756,Not in a Thousand years. (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320993,2014-11-22T21:56:00,Togeria,"10yrs have passed, and with armor, the spear and slingshot, and the horse the Azertka have conquerd all of the south east up to half way into Thailand. They have have conquered many tribes, and allowed them to keep their heritage for the price of farming and feeding the army. In Thailand they have discovered the bow which has allowed them to up their attacks.<br/><br/>20yrs have passed and they have conquered almost all if Southeast Asia, they head eastward to conquer more territory. In their process they have discovered silver, a precious metal that has strengthened their spears, making them sharper, and put on the tips of their arrows. The rarity of the metal also has a second effect, the usefulness of it had made the tribes trade it for food and water. They have melt it down and flattened it into little coins, making a rough version of currency.<br/><br/>Discovery found-currency"
2757,Not in a Thousand years. (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320993,2014-11-22T22:03:00,Hastiaka,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">The Ardonian Civilization, Cessacles Settlement, Greece.<br/>In the year of our Goddess, 160 YG</span></span></div><br/><br/>Sixty years later, The Ardonians began to revere several Gods and praised them. Drum beating became widespread. a Revolutionary invention was discovered; the Wheel.. Mining was also efficient. The Ardonian civilization united Greece.<br/><br/>Soon, the settlement grew larger and larger. 590 Ardonians live in this earth. They faced several minor tribes but has still stood strong. the Assimilated tribes increased the number of Ardonians to 1,000. Currently, a group of 20 influential Ardonians formed a circle and began discussing talks.<br/><br/>- Drum beating discovered<br/>- The wheel discovered<br/>- Pantheon Discovered<br/>- Form of Government available; Republic"
2758,Not in a Thousand years. (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320993,2014-11-22T22:27:00,Perine,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">230yg</span><br/>The people of Orteans have yet to discover the horse, although theydo have the ability to burn the rock that grows under the stalagmites. By putting the rock into a furnace, it melts and forms depending upon what the furnace holder does to the liquid. Eventually, the liquid, when put under the snows of the Ortean mountains from afar, becomes a solid. From this, Better Axes and armor are formed. 520 Orteans exist on the Rio grande, and they are a power to be reckoned with.<br/><br/>-discovered Bronze working<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">240 yg</span><br/>The Orteans use balls of this ""Bronze"" to for armor, axes, houses and food. Panpas Orty declares destroying of these Bronze balls is illigal, and punishable by death. In order to inforce this, he has the parents teach their children from birth about them. Eventually, in order to remember them easily, the children of the Orteans come up with simple rhymes to remember them. As this generation grows up, they do the same for anything else they need to remember.<br/><br/>-discovered Currency<br/>-Discovered Poems"
2759,Not in a Thousand years. (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320993,2014-11-22T22:33:00,Icrum,"<div align=""Center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Icrumm</span></span></div><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Year of Omni, 0Y</span></span><br/>The people of Icrumm had finally found a safe land to settle, for they have been chased to far by the beasts of the forest. As they have settled down, they begin to prepare for anything. They begin to pass down stories about how they first came to be. They tell of a being that knows and controls all.<br/>-Agriculture discovered<br/>-Storytelling discovered<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Year of Omni, 1Y</span></span><br/>The people of Icrumm are blinded by a bright light. A being as tall as a tree comes down and looks at the people. He raises his hands in a open arm gesture and says:<span style=""font-style: italic"">'My children, come, listen to the words that I shall speak. For while I shall go soon, you shall not. I will guide thee to a greater future. I will send prophecies and messages to you. Believe in me, and I shall reward thee. My name is Omni, and I will guide thee to a better state.'</span>With that, the man leaves. Many people of Icrumm begin to worship this man as their god.<br/>-Religon Discovered."
2760,Not in a Thousand years. (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320993,2014-11-22T23:02:00,Hastiaka,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">The Ardonian Civilization, Cessacles Settlement, Greece.<br/>In the year of our Goddess, 210 YG</span></span></div><br/><br/>Years after the rapid growth of the Ardonian Civilization, Singing and Rhythmic music has been Discovered. Finally uniting the Greece and had also discovered the Bow. The Population also has expanded greatly! from 1000 Ardonians, It grew to 1700. the Bronze working factory had a discovery; Steel. The Soldiers used this steel to make Armor and swords.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">The Ardonian Civilization, Cessacles Settlement, Greece.<br/>In the year of our Goddess, 250 YG</span></span></div><br/><br/>Forty years after, the Population grew again. 2800 Ardonians live on this earth. Agriculture is at it's best. Culture is flourishing. the Armies of the Ardonians march towards west. Pacifying Barbarians. Moreover, the Ardonians discovered Currency.<br/><br/>- Steel discovered<br/>- Armor Plating Discovered<br/>- Currency Discovered<br/>- Bow and Arrow Discovered<br/>- Singing Discovered<br/>- Rhythmic Music Discovered"
2761,Not in a Thousand years. (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320993,2014-11-23T00:45:00,Togeria,"50yrs have passed and the Azertka tribe has dominated Southeast Asia. They conquered the mainland while troops head east into western India. The civilization have developed boats to travel to islands and trade their goods. They have also developed stone bricks to fortify their community's strengthening them, and last they have developed stronger armor made from hide and stern genes with several layers of iron mesh. They have officially formed the makings of a empire with troops heading north into southeast China and western India. Lastly they have developed a written language to hide goods and confuse their enemies. They name it Azertkan.<br/>Discovery found-armor platting<br/>Discovery found-written language<br/>Discovery found-transportation<br/>Transportation discovered-sea"
2762,Not in a Thousand years. (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320993,2014-11-23T08:41:00,Kuhlfros,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">300 Years Later</span><br/>Centuries have passed and the flint tool wielding Vaexicones have spread across The Northern part of France and across Britain, near 400 now are Vaexicones, Wild Dogs and Wolves have begun domestication, after they begun taking them in as pups and slowly breeding them more docile to humans and subjective to training, the same can be said for wild sheep and goats, but they are still in process, meanwhile some Tribesmen experiment with putting some grass seeds and berry seed into the ground...<br/><br/>Domestication of Dogs Discovered<br/>Domestication of Wild Sheep and Goats in Process<br/>Discovery of Early Agriculture"
2763,Not in a Thousand years. (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320993,2014-11-23T11:16:00,Perine,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">310 yg</span><br/><br/>As the caverns get wider due to the Ortean's mining, the amount of rock that needs to be moved grows. Eventually, circularly shaped rocks are attached to large boards to move the rocks, thus the orteans further develop the Wheel. As more and more iron ore comes from the mines, new furnaces are being made of Bronze, which reach higher temperatures that rock furnace's originally couldn't reach. Weapons are preferably made of iron while bronze, being the lighter metal, become the armor ore.<br/><br/>-Iron working discovered<br/>-wheel discovered.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">319</span><br/>Arbitrus Orty decides that in order to make his military more efficient they require signals that are louder and more easily repeatable than human speech. Eventually, using hallowed out slabs of wood with jackalope flesh stretched above them, the Ortean Military becomes one of the world's most connected military, while at the same time inventing the Drum for their culture.Eventually, after several military campaigns against Ra'az tribes, the population is nearly 1000 people.<br/>-Drum beating discovered"
2764,Not in a Thousand years. (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=320993,2014-11-23T11:29:00,Xelryion Curvgfann,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">300 YG</span><br/><br/>The Qenari continue learning and inventing new things, while raiders from other lands approach the Qenari. They have began speaking in riddles, talking to the young and such. And with all this, they create their own language, the Qenarian. The settlement of Boluoma has expanded greatly and massively, and as such 300 people have been born. Along with this, with the expansive growth of Boluoma, buildings made to educate the young have been constructed.<br/><br/>-Education and Schools Discovered<br/>-Language Discovered<br/>-Riddles Discovered"
2765,Forgotten Times (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321053,2014-11-22T13:45:00,Novia Soviet Socialist Republic,"OOC:<a class=""postlink-local"" href=""http://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320485"">viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320485</a><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">30,000 BC</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">April 7th</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">13:25</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Union City Palace</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Southern Brazil</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Emperor James Artimus</span><br/><br/>Life was as usual in Union City Palace. Maids, cleaners and others ran around tidying the place up, performing maintenance tasks and keeping guests occupied. The Emperor sat on his throne with his head rested on his hand, feeling bored as anyone in his position would be. There was nothing in the palace to do and seeing as the Super Pyre in the city had been set to rain so crops could be watered and canals could be filled up, he couldn't go outside to do anything and there was nothing remotely interesting going off in the palace. That was when the Prime Minister came running in through the doors, panting as he did and holding a rolled up scroll ""Sire!"" He yelled as he got to the foot of the throne and kneeled quickly ""What is it Prime Minister?"" The Emperor asked with an interested look on his face. Finally, something was happening to relieve the boredom from his shoulders. The Prime Minister swallowed before opening the scroll ""Your daughter wishes to speak to you. She has important information for you"" With that, the Prime Minister placed the scroll flat on the floor, revealing a strange rune drawn on it. The rune glowed bright blue before a sort of window opened up, showing the inside of a tent and the face of Adriana, the Emperors daughter.<br/><br/>The Emperor leaned forward to look at Adriana more closely before he spoke ""What do you have for me Adriana?"" He asked her inventively before biting his tongue lightly. Adriana began speaking as soldiers in the back ground walked in and out of the tent ""A scouting party went out yesterday and discovered an army heading towards Black Hill. Its the Cult of Cthulhu, father. They must have landed the night before"" Adriana said in a serious and confident manner, as expected from any commanding officer. The Emperor took a deep breath before speaking ""How many are there Adriana? Do you need reinforcements?"" The Emperor looked up at the Prime Minister who stood up straight and raised his chin ""Do you want me to get your son sire?"" He asked with in a monotone and clear fashion. The Emperor nodded towards the Prime Minister who bowed and left to find Prince Artimus before turning back to talk to his daughter ""Father, its a 50,000 strong army. We are but 4000. We are desperate for reinforcements and we need them here in 2 days so we can stop them in the valley of Black Hill. If we don't, if they take Black Hill then they would have a clear route to several of our major cities on the West Coast"" After she had finished talking, Prince Kane Artimus walked in.<br/><br/>Kane looked at the portal with Adriana ""Is everything okay father?"" He asked as he looked back up at the Emperor. The Emperor smiled and looked at Kane ""My son. The Cult of Cthulhu has landed on the West Coast and is heading towards Black Hill. Your sister is dramatically out numbered. I want you to take...how many troops do we have ready to go?"" The Emperor asked Kane with wide eyes and a panicked expression ""Only 6000 father. How many are there already?"" Kane asked with a look of concern on his face in which the Emperor replied ""Only 4000. With your troops there that will make 10,000. You will be outnumbered 5 to 1. Take some Great Ballistas with you. How you use them is up to you"" The Emperor leaned back in his chair as Kane nodded and walked out to gather up his troops and get them organized.<br/><br/>The Emperor turned back to Adriana ""They should be there by tomorrow hopefully, the court wizard finished setting up the ritual teleportation room so we can get them close to your camp"" The Emperor smiled at Adriana in a fatherly way before sighing ""Your mother would be proud of you. Now go, prepare your troops. The sooner we are ready, the sooner we can get to Black Hill and set up defenses"" This caused Adriana to smile and nod before the portal closed, leaving the Emperor to his devices.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Prince Kane Artimus</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Psychic Resonance Chamber</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">13:50</span><br/><br/>Kane walked into a tower attached to the outside wall of the palace and ascended to the top on the stairs before he ran into the Engineers that kept the device inside working ""Gentlemen. I want this thing deployed. I need to assemble what troops we have in the area"" Kane looked up at all the huge, heavy gears and what looked like a sort of weird radio tower. The Engineers nodded before they began pulling levers and then hitting a small switch on a control panel causing the roof to open up and the radio tower to ascend on a platform till it was sticking out of the top of the tower. This was the Psychic Resonance Device. A device that could relay a telepathic message to everyone who was imprinted into it. The people linked to it being government officials, royalty, palace workers and the Imperial Military. Kane walked over to a microphone like device and began speaking into it ""All available units. Report to the palace armory immediately and suit up and line up at the court yard. Officers are to report straight to me in the briefing room after gathering their equipment"" After saying that, Kane backed away from the microphone and looked at the engineers who began pushing levers and switches again.<br/><br/>Kane left the tower and went back into his palace before heading towards his room. Upon getting there, he put on his armor, placed his sword in his sheath, grabbed his dagger, his bow and his quiver filled with arrows along with other essential supplies before heading down to the briefing room. He needed to get everyone briefed on the situation as quickly as possible and get out there before the Cult of Cthulhu get to Black Mountain."
2766,Forgotten Times (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321053,2014-11-22T13:58:00,Apolitistos,"<span style=""color: #008040""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Harmeria</span><br/><br/>Harmeria had been wandering for a long time in the great forests of The Human-Dwarf Empire for some time now. She'd been residing on the streets of the capital city for some time now, but had decided to leave, due to the way the city drained her, with it's lack of plant life. A while back, she'd lost her map, but she supposed she was alright, as long as she was surrounded by the comforting presence of the trees and the life around her. As the girl walked, she flowers occasionally sprung up at her feet.<br/><br/>Suddenly, the girl felt pain in her head. It wasn't from her, however. It was a tree. It was hurt and it was crying out to her for help. She started running, feeling the trees pain and knowing exactly where it was. She was relatively quiet and pulled her bow off of her back, ready to stop whatever was hurting this tree.</span><br/><br/>(OOC: I hope this is alright. I didn't realize how advanced you were. I'm only semi-advanced, so I apologize if my posts aren't up to par.<img alt="":blush:"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_blush.gif"" title=""Blush""/>)"
2767,Forgotten Times (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321053,2014-11-22T14:06:00,Baelya,"Cartharren slid through the streets of Atlantis, the moon was high in the night sky and he had the city to himself as all supposedly normal people hid inside. He chuckled as he realised that most of those people were probably hiding from him or to be more accurate, the rumours of him. He glanced down at the paper about his target, the target was a rich human who had supposedly been smuggling little girls in to fulfil his desires. It was people like him that sickened Cartharren.<br/><br/>He approached the door to the man's house silently but instead of sneaking in he simply smashed through the door with his claw. He sniffed the air as he walked in, it stank of fear, anger and pleasure. He slid across the floor to master bedroom door, he smashed right through it with his trident. The man was sitting on the bed drunk out of his mind and a still body of a little girl lay next to him.<br/><br/>Cartharren flared up to his full hight and started muttering an ancient curse upon this man, as he spoke the man snapped out of his stupor and threw himself across the bed and snatched up an expensive looking sword. Cartharren grinned maliciously and snatched up the man in his claw. ""You will pay for your crimes in Hell!"" He growled as he crushed the man in his claw. The man squirmed for a moment then was still, his organs turned to pulp. Cartharren now looked towards the girl, miraculously she still seemed to be breathing. Eyes widening he snatched her up in his one human arm and looked down on her, ""Your safe now"" He muttered before leaving the building the same way he entered. He had fulfilled his task and he had rescued an innocent orphan, he would have to see whether this human was different..."
2768,Forgotten Times (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321053,2014-11-22T14:37:00,Harbertia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Enenor</span><br/>The dragon's head rose from sleep turning to face the direction of the palace as the telepathic message was received. The dragon's chamber was stone, and draped with blue banners. A coins where scattered about the stone slab upon which it rested. Lowering it's head upon the message's completion, and slid onto the floor making it's way to a balcony, grasping a pack before taking flight.<br/><br/>The scales of the dragoness where a black obsidian, while the skin of her wings where a purple. Her eyes burned a fierce red as she made her way to the palace. The rain poured around her, and in the dark clouds would have created difficulty for most flyers save the might of a dragon. Over all it was the kind of weather she enjoyed, it was relaxing, and cool.<br/><br/>Though her mind was not on relaxation, nor the pleasant dreams of rest interrupted. The Prince had summoned officers such as her self to the briefing room for an audience. His summons for all available units implied a sever situation had befallen the Empire.<br/><br/>Landing at a designated location she made her way into the palace where she shifted. A silhouette of her taking a human form was cast upon a wall. The halls inside the palace where better suited to such a form, and the appearance allowed her to interact with her peers to a level that seemed to permit them the ability to approach her with honest words.<br/><br/>Stepping forth from the entry chamber the dragoness now appeared as a pale skinned woman, with a head of long flowing black hair, and blue eyes. She was armored in a black metal embroidered in electrum. At her side, she rested a hand upon the pommel of a blade with a dark hilt embroidered the same as her armor. Her eyes had a calculating gaze of determination as she made her way though the passages towards the briefing room, where she, and her fellow officers would be in audience with their Prince commander. She glazed from time to time towards the soldiers moving about the halls before entering the room...."
2769,Forgotten Times (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321053,2014-11-22T16:34:00,Galnius,"Rain entered the tent on Black Hill treating some wounds with a small water pouch. ""Milady Adriana, is there any way I could be of service at the moment? If not, I'd like a small time to rest before you send me on another possible suicide missions. Those daft brutes of little mind, also known as Cthulhu's idiots, destroyed my favorite shirt when they found out I'm not one of them. Thank GODS it was such a pathetic scouting group."" He motioned to one of the wandering servants. ""Can I have a drink please? Anything is fine."""
2770,Forgotten Times (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321053,2014-11-22T17:15:00,Shnercropolis,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Fotag Abs Dal</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Modern-day Guinea, 6 weeks ago</span><br/><br/>Seven months of heavy campaigning had left Fotag depleted and in need of some leave time. She and her crew had been hard at work for the better part of a year in the campaigns against the pimitive human kingdom that lived inland. It had been a relatively easy campaign -- they used primitive weaponry and their understanding of magic was crude -- but the constant movement and sheer time had taken their toll. It had been a strategic victory, and now the Neanderthal empire could make full use of the Sahel's agricultural capabilities. Now, sitting in a bar in Conakry, Fotag contemplated her next move. In her experience, she'd usually get about 2 months of leave. She hoped she could get reassigned somewhere in Central Asia, where she could have a nice easy, sedentary campaign and maybe raid a library or two for more books on anti-magic theory. She hated Africa, it was a humid cesspit. Before that, though, she wanted to spend some time back home in Sejk, catch up with her friends and family.<br/><br/>Unfortunately, none of this was to be. A courier came up to her and said, ""Fotag Abs Dal? I have a summons for you. You're to report to regional military headquarters in Boston for further assignment.""<br/><br/>""What? On whose orders?""<br/><br/>""General Horfalk, ma'am."" That made sense; Horfalk had been a great friend of Fotag's during her tenure in the 15th army, when he was a leutenant and she was a corporal, about 8 years ago. When they parted ways, Horfalk had said he would make her his commander of the engineer corps when he became a general. Well, apparently he had kept his word, and now she was going halfway across the world to some other shithole, 4 days after the start of her leave. At least she could meet up with Horfalk again.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Boston, 3 weeks ago</span><br/><br/>Fotag stepped off the plank and instantly hated Boston. It was cold, wet, and grey, and it smelled of fish. She trudged through the sleet towards the headquarters, hating every footstep she took in this hole. Finally, she got to the base and walked to the command center, a low brick building. She was greeted with a nice warm fire and a few formalities, before she finally got to meet Horfalk.<br/><br/>""Well, if it isn't Fotag the Unbreakable! How's it going, lass?""<br/><br/>""Pretty good, Horfalk. How're things here?""<br/><br/>""Well, we're just about to finish mobilizing, the final war plans are being drawn up, and we're basically preparing for a war. I'm not at liberty to tell you what for or where, though."" The look on his face told her that he really would like to, but couldn't.<br/><br/>""Oh well, nice to see you again. How long 'till deployment?""<br/><br/>He shrugged. ""That depends on a lot of things. We need at least a few more days to finish preparations, though. Do you know the reason why I specifically got you?""<br/><br/>Fotag was a little put off by the sudden change of subject. ""Um, friendship?""<br/><br/>""Well, it was partly that, but also partly because you're the best magic-proofer in the empire, although mostp eople don't know that. I've had 3 head engineers since I became a general, and most of them made fortifications that would burn to cinders under a magic barrage.""<br/><br/>""Alright, thanks for the compliment."" There was a short awkward pause. ""Well, I'm in need of some rest, so...""<br/><br/>""Ah, yes! Zyvek here will show you to your quarters."""
2771,Forgotten Times (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321053,2014-11-22T17:24:00,Saint Morning,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">13:45<br/> The Great Tree<br/> Valerie Forest<br/>North-West Colombia<br/>Araceli <br/></span><br/><br/>Araceli could never say that her life in Valerie forest was dull, especially with all the pranks the Fae pull off on a daily basis, but she could also never say that she didn't want to adventure out into the the worlds beyond the forest. She knew that she shouldn't even contemplate ever leaving this forest, it was safe, secluded, quiet and away from filthy human and neanderthals hands. Not that she thought they were filthy mind you! She's sure that many of them are wonderful creatures, but from what Eldon has told her, they are power hungry beasts bent on the destruction of everyone and everything. But honestly, she thinks he's exaggerating a bit you know?<br/><br/>She can understand why he holds so much hatred for them, well at least the neanderthals not so much the humans, they had destroyed his home and killed many of their people, but it just wasn't in her gene to hate someone, especially someone she doesn't even know. She twirled a lock of her golden hair as she flew around the Great Tree, which held within it the spirit of the forest, she landed on a particularly large branch and laid down, watching as rays of sunlight peeped through small openings between each leaf.<br/><br/>She wondered what they looked like, humans and neanderthals that is, were they as ugly as Eldon had described? Are they really that evil? Did they really mean to burn down the Great Forest? All these questioned races through her mind as she continued to lay there on that branch, one of her legs now crossed over the other.<br/><br/>""Is the outside world really that terrible"" she said quietly, as she twirled her finger a bit, causing a small breeze to grace the area around the tree, the leaves rustling ever so gently.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""> Valerie Temple, Southern Valerie Forest</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Eldon </span><br/><br/>Eldon pinched the bridge of his nose as he stared at the two empty pedestals, within the main room of the temple. The earth and water elements still remain outside of the forest and he fears that they might end up in the wrong hands. But there isn't much he can do about it. He could very well leave the forest to go searching for them. but that would require leaving Valerie in the hands of Araceli, and he didn't feel like she was ready to take on the responsibility, he didn't trust the elves to help her and he wouldn't even mention the Fairies and nymphs.<br/><br/>That only left Celeste, Aragon and E'layn, the only other members of their race that manage to survive enslavement or death. The only problem was E'layn and Aragon would most definitely tag along, even if he tells them no and Celeste isn't a fighter, so it will be pointless leaving Araceli in her care.He sighed and crossed his arms, what was he supposed to do?<br/><br/>""Penny for your thoughts"" He heard a voice say behind him, turning Eldon saw a young girl, with flowing blue hair, shimmering green eyes translucent crystal-like wings standing in front of him, she had a smile on her face and a hand her hips, she was wearing clothing made out of leaves.He didn't say anything, he didn't need too.<br/><br/>Her eyes flashed white for a moment, ""Your so uptight you know? You need to lighten up"" She paused, before continuing ""I know where the other orbs are.<br/><br/>Eldon raised his brow, ""Where?"" he simply asked, trusting that her source was reliable. He dropped his hands and turned fully towards her, his attention all on her.<br/><br/>""A little birdie told me that it happen to stumble upon one in Black hill, couldn't tell me which one it was, but i'm willing to bet that if one is there the other couldn't be too far away"" She informs. Nodding he turns back towards the two orbs, he needed to think about chose of actions carefully now."
2772,Forgotten Times (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321053,2014-11-23T02:20:00,-Fedora-,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">30,000 BC<br/>April 5th<br/>04:12<br/>Somewhere in the Amazon Basin<br/>Ren'waru</span><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">WHAT PURPOSE HAVE YOU IN THIS PLACE DEMON?!</span>"" The hideous hell-spawn writhed in Ren'waru's grasp as he conducted his interrogation. ""I will tell you nothin...,"" the creature's eyes bulged as its voice trailed off, the hilt of Ren'waru's sword protruding from its torso. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">BRING ME ANOTHER,</span>"" Ren'waru issued the command to an attendant thrall, who bowed subserviently before selecting another one of the repugnant prisoners. The Hollow Knight, a moniker he had adopted to strike terror into the hearts of his foes, and his army of thralls had ambushed a Cult patrol and captured many of them.<br/><br/>""P...P...Please don't kill me,"" begged the prisoner as he was dragged before Ren'waru. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">TELL ME WHAT YOU KNOW AND I MAY ALLOW YOUR CONTINUED EXISTENCE,</span>"" he said, whilst sharpening his blade with a whet stone. ""We...we landed some nights back...in force,"" the prisoner spoke hurriedly and in hushed tones, having to pause to catch his breath. ""We were led by the...,"" the prisoner paused. ""The Demon of R'lyeh,"" Ren'waru stopped suddenly and when he spoke, he did so softly. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">WHERE?</span>"" ""W...w...what?"" Mumbled the prisoner, unsure of Ren'waru's meaning. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">WHERE IS THE BEAST KNOWN AS THE DEMON OF R'LYEH ENCAMPED</span>?"" He stood and strode towards the quivering Cult member. ""B...B...Black Hill!"" Screamed the prisoner, fearing his imminent termination, but Ren'waru stopped.<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">THANK YOU FOR YOUR COOPERATION,</span>"" he addressed a thrall. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">FREE HIM.</span>"" The thrall nodded in reply and began to untie the prisoner as Ren'waru made for his private tent but he checked himself and turned to face them. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">WHAT WILL YOU DO NOW?</span>"" He inqured of the prisoner. ""W...what do you mean?"" Ren'waru emitted an almost exasperated sigh. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">WILL YOU RETURN TO YOUR MASTER?</span>"" The prisoner's expression returned to its prior state; sheer terror. ""N...n...no, sir,"" Ren'waru advanced upon the prisoner. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">THEN WHERE WILL YOU GO?</span>"" ""I d...don't know,"" the prisoner attempted to back off but was met a wall of thralls. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">DO YOU WANT TO KNOW WHAT I THINK?</span>"" Ren'waru advanced further, his hand resting on the hilt of his sword. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">I THINK THAT YOU WILL GO RUNNING STRAIGHT BACK TO YOUR BEASTLY BRETHREN.</span>"" Before the prisoner could respond, before it could even blink, Ren'waru had drawn his sword and swiftly decapitated it. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">CLEAN UP THE MESS,</span>"" he said to his thralls before gesturing towards the other prisoners. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">AND DEAL WITH THEM.</span>"""
2773,Forgotten Times (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321053,2014-11-23T11:42:00,Novia Soviet Socialist Republic,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Prince Kane Artimus</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Briefing Room</span><br/><br/>Kane looked up from a map with various flags plotted on it to see Enenor. He nodded at her before speaking ""Good of you to join us Lieutenant. It's good to see we still have some of our more experienced troops around here"" He turned back towards the map before beginning to speak again, knowing that Enenor was there for the briefing ""Anyway, Adriana's scouts reported that the Cult is at least 2 days away from Black Hill give or take, depending on how many times they decide to stop and rest. With any luck we can get to Black Hill and dig in before the Cult arrives. If we mess this up then they will have a clear shot at any of the major cities and settlements near Black Hill. Captain Jones, you are to take command of the Great Ballistas that we are bringing in. On my order you will proceed to bombard the enemy formations. When they charge us, Lieutenant Grimsby, Cross and Jager will fire a volley when they come into range, remember, archers at the back, pikes in the front. If all goes to plan, we will destroy the charging force or force them back which is where me and Adriana will come in to lead a cavalry charge. Lieutenant Enenor, I want you to come in behind the cavalry with an infantry charge after we have broken the line"" He looked back up and looked at the officers ""Any questions?"" He asked as he looked at the other officers around the table.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Princess Adriana Artimus</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">3 Miles from Black Hill</span><br/><br/>Adriana looked at Rain and smiled before grabbing a mug off of a table, filling it up with cool water and handing it to him ""I have to say that you did a fine job out there. I may even be willing to put you up for a promotion, that is, if you're up to that"" She put a hand on her hip with a raised eyebrow and a smirk on her face. Shifters weren't exactly common place in the Imperial Military and the ones that were always made a valuable asset when it came to scouting or infiltration. Their ability to change their form was invaluable when it came to those things, it allowed them to hide in plain sight."
2774,Forgotten Times (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321053,2014-11-23T15:17:00,Harbertia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Novia Soviet Socialist Republic <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321053&amp;p=22538435#p22538435"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Prince Kane Artimus</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Briefing Room</span><br/><br/>Kane looked up from a map with various flags plotted on it to see Enenor. He nodded at her before speaking ""Good of you to join us Lieutenant. It's good to see we still have some of our more experienced troops around here"" He turned back towards the map before beginning to speak again, knowing that Enenor was there for the briefing ""Anyway, Adriana's scouts reported that the Cult is at least 2 days away from Black Hill give or take, depending on how many times they decide to stop and rest. With any luck we can get to Black Hill and dig in before the Cult arrives. If we mess this up then they will have a clear shot at any of the major cities and settlements near Black Hill. Captain Jones, you are to take command of the Great Ballistas that we are bringing in. On my order you will proceed to bombard the enemy formations. When they charge us, Lieutenant Grimsby, Cross and Jager will fire a volley when they come into range, remember, archers at the back, pikes in the front. If all goes to plan, we will destroy the charging force or force them back which is where me and Adriana will come in to lead a cavalry charge. Lieutenant Enenor, I want you to come in behind the cavalry with an infantry charge after we have broken the line"" He looked back up and looked at the officers ""Any questions?"" He asked as he looked at the other officers around the table.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The Lieutenant straightened her self from peering upon the maps. She understood the maneuver; bombardment, volley, charge, and her role; which had it's risks. The risk that first struck her mind was that of the enemy lines reforming behind her men, and the Calvary under the command of the royal siblings. She felt an urge to speak on this concern, as was in her mind a right she held, yet since it was the prince who would be making the charge she considered it a calculated risk on his park. If they where cut off, it'd be her men who would have to keep the enemy at bay.<br/><br/>""Once the Calvary has broken the enemy ranks, I assume our aims will be to press towards their chief of command."""
2775,Forgotten Times (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321053,2014-11-23T20:19:00,Galnius,"<blockquote><div><cite>Novia Soviet Socialist Republic <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321053&amp;p=22538435#p22538435"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Prince Kane Artimus</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Princess Adriana Artimus</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">3 Miles from Black Hill</span><br/><br/>Adriana looked at Rain and smiled before grabbing a mug off of a table, filling it up with cool water and handing it to him ""I have to say that you did a fine job out there. I may even be willing to put you up for a promotion, that is, if you're up to that"" She put a hand on her hip with a raised eyebrow and a smirk on her face. Shifters weren't exactly common place in the Imperial Military and the ones that were always made a valuable asset when it came to scouting or infiltration. Their ability to change their form was invaluable when it came to those things, it allowed them to hide in plain sight.</div></blockquote><br/>Rain raised an eyebrow. ""Promotion like....? Well, if you mean sitting in a grandiose tent whilst you and the others maneuver through the enemy, I'll have to pass. No matter how regal I'm feeling, this would BORE me. Now, if you want me to fight at your lovely side....well then.........I'll have to pass that up to. Can't let any of my pretty faces get messed up, even if I can fix it. However, I'm up for any other promotions."" He drained the mug in one gulp, wiping his mouth when finished, and leaned in. ""So....what is the plan for this hoard? Now to sound cowardly, but my life is pretty important to me, and I'm not one for charging into an unwinnable fight. Well, I shouldn't say that. I'll charge in if I know I can get out."" His eyes twinkled as a mischievous smirk seemed to paint itself on his face."
2776,Forgotten Times (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321053,2014-11-24T13:33:00,Saint Morning,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Elven Village of Lore<br/>West Valerie Forest<br/></span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Araceli </span><br/><br/>Araceli sat crossed legged, on a mat laid on the cobblestone pathway of the surprising large and flourishing Elven village. A pretty, young elven girl, kneeled behind her and was braiding her hair as she hummed a elven song. The wind blew gentle in the village, that was hidden under clumps of trees, their leaves falling gentle and resting on roof-tops or even on the cobblestone roads. Lore wasn't the largest elven village in Valerie, no far from it, but it was her most favorite, the elves here were so nice and caring and they even got along with the Fae. Well, most of the time.<br/><br/>She smiled at the young girl when she stood up, having finished braiding her hair, the elven girl smiled back and waved, before head home. ""Araceli"" She heard someone called, turning her head she saw Eldon standing in front of her. She was a bit shocked to say the least, he never visited the elven settlements, never.<br/><br/>""Hello Eldon"" She noted that he was frowning at her, ""You seem grumpy as usual""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Eldon</span><br/><br/>Eldon frowned, crossing his arms as he stared down at Araceli, of course she was slacking off with these<span style=""font-style: italic"">elves</span>, he shook his head, he would never understand how she could tolerate the presence of mortal creatures. In his eyes they were all the same, he was just waiting for a reason to get rid of these elves that polluted their safe haven. But he was completely of topic.<br/><br/>""I'm leaving the forest for a while"" he simply said, and Araceli raised her brow. ""I was giving information on the where about of the other orbs so-""<br/><br/>Araceli had jumped up to her feet and was gripping his arms now ""Your leaving the forest? For real? Please take me with you! I always wanted to see what the world outside was like""<br/><br/>Eldon, after getting over his initial shock, shook his head. ""No"" Araceli pouted and gripped his arms tighter. ""But-""She began but Eldon cut her off with another no.<br/><br/>""You have a job, and that's to protect the forest. I'm not taking the risk of taking you to the outside world it's too-"" This time Araceli was the one to cut him off.<br/><br/>""I know I know, it's horrible, nasty, revolting! But I still want to go, your taking me and that's final!"" She argued, standing at her full height and glaring at Eldon.<br/><br/>Eldon glared back, and they stayed there for several minutes, glaring at each other. Before Eldon looked away his glare was still as hard as ever but his face was flushed.<br/><br/>""Fine!"""
2777,Forgotten Times (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321053,2014-11-24T17:40:00,Novia Soviet Socialist Republic,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Prince Kane Artimus</span><br/><br/>Kane looked over at Enenor and nodded ""That is correct. Ghouls are stupid and their ranks crumble when they feel that they are losing. When the cavalry breaks the line they will break rank to try and stop us. Though if we don't kill their commander, they can be quickly rallied and reorganized. Your infantry charge will make sure that the bulk of their army cannot reform rank, allowing the cavalry to get in there quickly and dispatch their commander. That's the idea anyway"" He stood up straight and looked around him at the officers ""Okay ladies and gentlemen. Lets stop talking about it and do it. We've beaten bigger armies with less troops before and we'll do it again"" With that, he walked out of the briefing room and headed towards the court yard.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Princess Adriana Artimus</span><br/><br/>Adriana giggled and sighed ""Oh you funny man. Why would I waste your skills on the front lines? You are far better suited to infiltration, espionage and scouting than that of a warrior. I meant a promotion in rank"" She smiled and filled another mug of water up before gently raising the mug to her lips, taking a sip of the clean, cool and fresh liquid.<br/><br/>She turned towards the table, brushing her dark brown and surprisingly soft and well styled hair out of her eyes and looking at the map with flags plotted on it. She needed to make some sort of defensive plan. Building trenches, palasades and putting staves in the ground for the more dim witted of Cthulhu's minions to run them selves through on."
2778,Forgotten Times (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321053,2014-11-24T18:22:00,Galnius,"<blockquote><div><cite>Novia Soviet Socialist Republic <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321053&amp;p=22555539#p22555539"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Prince Kane Artimus</span><br/><br/>Kane looked over at Enenor and nodded ""That is correct. Ghouls are stupid and their ranks crumble when they feel that they are losing. When the cavalry breaks the line they will break rank to try and stop us. Though if we don't kill their commander, they can be quickly rallied and reorganized. Your infantry charge will make sure that the bulk of their army cannot reform rank, allowing the cavalry to get in there quickly and dispatch their commander. That's the idea anyway"" He stood up straight and looked around him at the officers ""Okay ladies and gentlemen. Lets stop talking about it and do it. We've beaten bigger armies with less troops before and we'll do it again"" With that, he walked out of the briefing room and headed towards the court yard.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Princess Adriana Artimus</span><br/><br/>Adriana giggled and sighed ""Oh you funny man. Why would I waste your skills on the front lines? You are far better suited to infiltration, espionage and scouting than that of a warrior. I meant a promotion in rank"" She smiled and filled another mug of water up before gently raising the mug to her lips, taking a sip of the clean, cool and fresh liquid.<br/><br/>She turned towards the table, brushing her dark brown and surprisingly soft and well styled hair out of her eyes and looking at the map with flags plotted on it. She needed to make some sort of defensive plan. Building trenches, palasades and putting staves in the ground for the more dim witted of Cthulhu's minions to run them selves through on.</div></blockquote><br/>""Ah, no plan I presume?"" he said, studying her studying the map. ""Well then, I'm assuming I'm off on break for now. Talk to your brother yet?"" He started pacing back and forth through the tent. ""Hmm...I know. I need a light liquor. Light, remember. Anything heavier won't help me."" Sitting back down, he looked straight at the princess. ""Alright heiress, what are you thinking."""
2779,Forgotten Times (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321053,2014-11-24T18:41:00,Harbertia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Novia Soviet Socialist Republic <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321053&amp;p=22555539#p22555539"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Prince Kane Artimus</span><br/><br/>Kane looked over at Enenor and nodded ""That is correct. Ghouls are stupid and their ranks crumble when they feel that they are losing. When the cavalry breaks the line they will break rank to try and stop us. Though if we don't kill their commander, they can be quickly rallied and reorganized. Your infantry charge will make sure that the bulk of their army cannot reform rank, allowing the cavalry to get in there quickly and dispatch their commander. That's the idea anyway"" He stood up straight and looked around him at the officers ""Okay ladies and gentlemen. Lets stop talking about it and do it. We've beaten bigger armies with less troops before and we'll do it again"" With that, he walked out of the briefing room and headed towards the court yard.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">The briefness reflects the urgency of our situation.</span><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Enenor</span>skimmed over the faces of her fellow officers. Like her self, their faces unreadable. Her thoughts spun as she considered the operation. Negative emotions swelling with in her as she scowled, making her way out of the room. She knew her role to be vital, which was her only resolving understanding.<br/><br/>Emerging from the palace with her pack, she joined her men in the courtyard as the army that would be commanded by the prince readied for deployment."
2780,Forgotten Times (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321053,2014-11-24T19:31:00,Bearon,"The man known as Carsus ignored the muttering of the fools behind him as he prepared the summoning ritual that would allow him to fully take control of the group shifting nervously behind him. He had found these survivors and refugees among the ruins of a mid sized border town known as Halfax located in the vast Wastelands between Africa and Asia. The town had been utterly destroyed and picked clean of all valuables the women and children having been taken by the raiders to be sold in the slave markets to the West. They had left most able bodied men dead in the streets. One such man lay before him and the group that had assembled behind him and it was he who Carsus gave his unwavering attention. The corpse on the ground had little to distinguish himself from the other bodies aside from being slightly tall. Besides his height however the man that lay before them was seemingly normal and it seemed that it had just been his unfortunate luck to have been on guard duty during the time of the raid. ""That hardly mattered now however as nearly any one of the bodies would suffice for the ritual that was about to unfold."" Carsus thought to himself as he continued to paint the circle of blood across the ground.<br/><br/>Finishing the large pentagram and cylindrical designs interwoven throughout the warlock known as Carsus set down the wax candles at each of the five points and with a wave of his hand lit them all at once illuminating the face of the body that lay before him. Walking over to the corpse and drawing the same design onto the top of its forehead Carsus walked back into the circle and began to chant in an obscene tongue usually heard only within the confines of Hell. As he summoned the demonic entities to imbue the corpse with hate and malice he smirked to himself ""Once this vessel is transformed into a Lich the remaining villagers will have no choice but to follow me."" Carsus thought satisfied. As his chanting grew in pace and volume the corpses skin began to melt away leaving only the skeleton though the eyes seemed to be glowing a dim red that was steadily growing in size and depth. Most of the people backed away after seeing this and some even fled in terror. As the self proclaimed warlock's chant reached its crescendo the skeleton's hand shot out grabbing onto the leg of one of the bystanders who had been either unnaturally brave or unnaturally foolish to stay within a few feet of the corpse.<br/><br/>The bystander in question was a thin and reedy looking man who had been trying to get a better look at the reanimated corpse. As the corpse grabbed him he screamed out in and attempted to pry the skeletal hand off of his leg as he was dragged to the ground. This was in vain as the Lich though newly reanimated and still weak had an iron grip. The man continued his cries of terror and reached out a desperate hand to the frightened and huddled mass behind the warlock. The people frozen in fear could only look on in horror and fascination as the man was seemingly devoured by the pulsating shadows around the Lich his screams seeming to echo throughout the valley even as the last of the man disappeared among the darkness now cloaking the undead corpse. The corpse itself radiated an aura of fear and as it stood it tilted its head to the side as if in thought before turning to the remaining villagers. It only stopped when the warlock cried out ""Creature! Stop! You are under my control!"" The Lich simply turned giving a ghoulish smile as skin faded in and out of existence around him. ""Yes, my master."" The Lich said his voice piercing through the darkness and leaving all those who heard it chilled to the bone."
2781,Forgotten Times (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321053,2014-11-24T19:54:00,Lavan Tiri,"<span style=""color: #FF00FF"">Peace</span><br/><br/><span style=""color: #80FF00"">Silence</span><br/><br/><span style=""color: #4080FF"">Solitude</span><br/><br/>In a dark wood, somewhere in the west of the Dwarven Empire, there was a hut. This was the only way to describe it, as even though it resembled a cottage, the hut was more isolated than a virus in a bacteria party.<br/><br/>Outside the hut, there was a small clearing, with a garden of brilliant red roses and bright pink orchids. And, a short distance from this clearing, connected by a path trampled out by deer and wildcats, there was a pool of crystal-clear water.<br/><br/>And, sitting on top of a small rock protruding from this pool, there was a young man. His name was Zir'Vaal, and he was heir apparent to the throne of Avalon, son of Auberon, The Blind Light, and Bane of the Cult.<br/><br/>He was also deadly bored.<br/><br/>And so, as he meditated, Zir'Vaal began to think.<br/><br/>He thought of Cthulhu. He thought of ripping off the monster's tentacles and feeding them to him and laughing as the Cult died at his feet……………<br/><br/>Zir'Vaal's eyes snapped open. ""No more. No more."", he said, voice rough and scratchy from little use.<br/><br/>And then Kane called. While the Fay was by no means a officer of any sort, he heard the call, and went to the palace, taking to the wing, quite literally. Although his wings were mighty, the flight was long, and by the time Zir'Vaal arrived, Kane had left the palace, and was in the courtyard. The Prince swooped low, losing momentum before he plunged, landing feet-first in front of the prince.<br/><br/>Zir'Vaal bowed low. ""Hello, Kane. I heard your call, and I and the Remnants of the Fay shall answer……… if you need us. What is the situation?"""
2782,Forgotten Times (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321053,2014-11-25T09:37:00,Saint Morning,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Gates of Valerie </span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Southern Valerie Forest</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Araceli</span><br/><br/>Araceli stood at the 'gates' of the forest, which were really two trees that hung over a dirt rood pathway like an arch, her eyes scanning what appeared to be an endless green field, with tall green grass jutting out of the soil, shimmering in the light of the morning star.<br/><br/>There it was, the outside world. She had lend on the bark of one of the arching tree, it was beautiful, the grass was dancing with the wind, hares hopped carelessly threw the fields and the birds were pleasantly chirping. This was no where near as bad as Eldon had described. She looked around, making sure that no one was around, before she took her first steps outside of the forest.<br/><br/>The first thing she noticed was how bright the sun was, it was blinding and with no trees for cover she was finally feeling the full affects of it and she loved it. Twirling around with her arms stretched out, she danced with the graze as the wind blew gently. She laughed as she did, but stop almost instantly when she heard the sound of someone clearing their throats. Turning she met Eldon, mounted on his prize horse glaring down at her, he had another horse with him which she had suppose was her's.<br/><br/>""Hello there"" She said, completely ignoring the glare Eldon sent her way as she placed her hand on the horse's nose ""It's nice to meet you""<br/><br/>The horse nays and she smirks. From this point onwards, she was finally free.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Eldon</span><br/><br/>Eldon had to get the necessary supplies before they could depart on their journey. So when he had left Araceli by the archway he had believed that she would remained there. Obviously he was wrong.<br/><br/>""You know you shouldn't just go, without any supervision"" He said tossing a white robe at the girls. Said robe landed on Araceli's head.<br/><br/>The girl pouted and yucked it off ""I'm not a child, Eldon, I can take care of myself!"" She ignored his, you sure act like one comment, and raised the robe up. ""What is this for?"" She had questioned, the robe was a little too big for her but Eldon had thought it was just perfect, it would hide her wings.<br/><br/>""It's to help conceal your wings, humans are strange creatures and I think it's best that we conceal our wings for now"" He explain, watching as Araceli places on the robe, over her usual clothing. She then proceed to ask the horse to kneel down a bit so that she could get on it's back, it obeyed and kneeled down a bit. With a little help from Eldon himself she was able to get on to the horse without flopping to the ground.<br/><br/>""I don't like this"" She says, obviously referring to the fact that he was forcing her to hide her wings.<br/><br/>""It doesn't matter if you like it or not, it's a necessary precaution"" He looked up to the sky and took in a breath of air.<br/><br/>""Let's head out"""
2783,Forgotten Times (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321053,2014-11-25T11:38:00,Novia Soviet Socialist Republic,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Prince Kane Artimus</span><br/><br/>Kane paced up and down the ranks of his quickly assembled troops ""Okay people. Our situation is really dire so you shall be briefed when we get to Black Hill"" He then watched as a winged being landed next to him, causing him to flinch and the soldiers in rank to shuffle nervously. Kane tilted his head, narrowing his eyes on the being. It seemed to recognize his name ""Excuse me?"" Was all that came out of his mouth before he finally recognized the figure. It was that Fay, Zir'vaal. He sighed and rolled his eyes ""You know it wouldn't kill you to be formal once and a while"" He folded his arms before speaking in a quick and tired manner. Every day since he was 18 has been late nights and early mornings and you would expect him to have got used to it. The thing is, nobody ever truly gets used to this ""The Cult of Cthulhu landed on the West Coast and is heading towards Black Hill. We need to stop them before they get a foot hold there"" He turned back to the Imperial Army who looked rather tired and run down.<br/><br/>He sighed once again ""Okay. First we do a check. Archers, do you have your Crossbow Repeaters with you? We may need them in case the situation takes a turn for the worst after the infantry charge"" He asked as he looked around, seeing around 1500 soldiers hold up a crossbow with what looked like a drum magazine and some clockwork. The thing was, what the Human-Dwarf Empire lacked in the power of muskets and field guns they made up for in actually being able to fire more than one shot every minute. Clockwork Crossbows had an 8 bolt drum magazine and was semi automatic with the longer range Clockwork War Bow being able to store 5 arrows in a magazine near the bottom of the bow that are pulled into the string every time the bow is drawn. That and bows and crossbows tended to be more accurate than Muskets and Field Guns. After they were checked, he sighed before speaking again ""Alright. Eagle Riders, the teleportation room isn't big enough for you and your Great Eagles so you will have to fly there. I'm authorizing you to take a Mana Fusion Bomb with you. If this all goes to hell, we can at least rest assured that that army and everything within a couple of miles is now a smoldering crater"" He sighed and frowned. Mana Fusion Bombs were a marvel of weapons technology that was basically the magical version of a Nuclear Bomb. The Neanderthals have been dumb struck by it ever since they managed to get their hands on one. Even though they could wipe out the Cultists army in one go, they were a last resort weapon as the area caught in the blast was reduced to a smoldering crater, riddled with rogue magic which would cause anybody not wearing a full set of magically augmented armor to slowly die as the rogue magic began eating away at their body.<br/><br/>With the checks done, Kane sighed ""Alright. Lets move"" He began walking towards the teleportation room of the palace which could teleport entire battalions at once.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Princess Adriana Artimus</span><br/><br/>Adriana sighed before shaking her head ""I contacted my brother. He should have a game plan for when he gets here. I just have to focus on getting some stationary defenses set up to slow the enemies approach to our lines and give our archers and mages those few extra pot shots at them"" He then looked over at him and raised an eyebrow ""What do you mean a light liquor? This is a battlefield, we only have water. Even I only have water"" She smiled at the shifter before chuckling and returning her attention to the map."
2784,Forgotten Times (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321053,2014-11-25T14:50:00,Bearon,"Carsus smiled nervously and said ""Good my creature. Know your place."" The Lich simply remained still and silent smiling eerily at his master. Clearing his throat Carsus turned to the rest of the group and said ""Behold! I have summoned a creature of darkness and hate with my power. If you follow me I can promise vengeance on those that destroyed your village and slaughtered your people."" Pausing for a moment to let his generous if false promise sink in Carsus continued on smirking at the desperate looks on the people's faces ""However if you choose not to join then I can't promise that I will be able to control my friend here."" Carsus said gesturing at the Lich that hadn't moved rom its position and was still staring at the surrounding people its skeletal face frozen in a rictus grin. ""Lich's are notorious for their insatiable hunger it would be shame if it got free and devoured those unfortunate enough to not have my protection. The crowd shuffled their feet and murmured amongst themselves clearly torn on running from the areas as fast as their feet could carry them or staying and following the wizard's orders no matter how heinous to keep themselves from being devoured as their fellow had been by the monstrosity in front of them.<br/><br/>While all this went on the Lich stood stock still in preparation for the moment he would strike. The wizard that had summoned him had been either extremely foolish or extremely brave. He had neglected to bind the Lich to a soul contract which would prevent him from carrying out certain actions whether or not the summoner was using his will to prevent or cause those actions at the time. This meant that if the wizard left his blasted summoning circle the Lich could kill him and be free to devour this world and all life that lay within it. Even now the grass at his feet withered and died and air around him became heavy with the smell of death and decay as if the earth itself was revolted at his presence. As the Lich waited for his opportunity to strike he slowly filled the people in the crowd with hate trying to mute out their fear momentarily with rage. It partially succeeded as small group of men rushed forward trying to knock the wizard out of his circle. The warlock sneered a the crowd sending a wave of flame to engulf the people charging forward. Two of the men were completely incinerate while another man was badly burned and was left rolling on the ground. The quickest of the men had managed to mostly dodge the flame and had only been slightly singed. Snarling the man lunged knocking the sorcerer off balance before being hurled back by an unseen force.<br/><br/>The man who had been thrown back and as he hit the ground a large crack could be heard that signaled a broken neck which killed the man instantly. It hardly mattered as the man had thrown the wizard off balance just enough to smear the blood runes on he ground and break the circle. The Lich moved forward with inhuman speed picking up his former master by the throat and squeezing the life from him before allowing the shadows to consume the body before him. Turning his unblinking gaze upon the remaining villager they broke rank and ran in terror. The Lich briefly considered giving chase to the fleeing mortals before dismissing the idea and deciding to let them go. He was still weak and would need to grow in power before he could begin expending power on devouring mere mortals. Besides those that escaped would spread word of what he had done here which would help draw in more victims seeking to eliminate the terror that inhabited the Wastes. Smiling the Lich began to make his way down the abandoned road leaving the path behind him blackened and dead as all life was sucked away. Drawing on memories from the body that he was inhabiting the Lich adjusted his course for the nearest populated town."
2785,Forgotten Times (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321053,2014-11-25T16:53:00,Harbertia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Slaver</span><br/>The once populous town lay in shambles. Once joyful centers of entertainment lay in abandonment. Signs where over turned, and with in the dirt roads where the footprints of marching feet....<br/><br/>In dim light a knife burned bright in the embers of a flame as a dark hand took it. It glowed in the light as it was brought casually down upon an arm, it's tip cutting into flesh searing the flesh as an intricate crisscross pattern as the cuts moved up the arm to the upper arm where a new pattern formed, a skull. A bright light emerged into the shadow as the curtain to the tent was pulled back. A gold eye glared as the culprit, a deep set neanderthal who moved aside to reveal a band of chained humans, deprived of any adequate attire.<br/><br/>The man in the tent stood, putting his knife into his belt. The ebony skinned neanderthal glared at the new stock, his golden eye seemed to to bath all in uncompromising scrutiny. His real eye squinted as his jaw tensesed in disdain.<br/><br/>""Huummmans..."" he spoke in a deep voice that carried the tone of his disdain. ""Still,"" he leaned towards one of the females, ""I know people."" He stood, and turned to the man who had interrupted his 'art' session. ""Take to cell, we sail at dawn."""
2786,Forgotten Times (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321053,2014-11-27T10:50:00,Galnius,"<blockquote><div><cite>Novia Soviet Socialist Republic <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321053&amp;p=22566410#p22566410"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Prince Kane Artimus</span><br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Princess Adriana Artimus</span> <br/><br/>Adriana sighed before shaking her head ""I contacted my brother. He should have a game plan for when he gets here. I just have to focus on getting some stationary defenses set up to slow the enemies approach to our lines and give our archers and mages those few extra pot shots at them"" He then looked over at him and raised an eyebrow ""What do you mean a light liquor? This is a battlefield, we only have water. Even I only have water"" She smiled at the shifter before chuckling and returning her attention to the map.</div></blockquote><br/>Rain sighed. ""And you people wonder why I like celebrate own my own."" He looked at the map before them. ""Well, these guys aren't the brightest, or at least the grunts aren't. Have any diggers? We could always make pits with poisoned spikes through the forest and in between our groups, take a nice defensive position. They llike the God of insanity, well, lets cause some chaos. Maybe...umm.....hidden archers? A small elite squadron like. I'm not too good at this."" He looked around sheepishly. ""So, after this battle where are we headed? You going home or is the campaign towards who-knows-what continuing?"""
2787,Forgotten Times (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321053,2014-11-27T16:34:00,Novia Soviet Socialist Republic,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Prince Kane Artimus &amp; The Imperial Army</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Teleportation Room</span><br/><br/>The army was marched into a huge room with a roof of glass and steel that let the natural sunlight beam through onto the beautifully made marble tile flooring that appeared to make a sort of spiraling pattern to the center of the room which was a huge, smooth, stone floor with clockwork machinery around the edge of the circular, stone floor. Inside the stone circle was a huge, glowing blue sigil. The army kept marching towards the sigil before the Prince spoke up ""Halt!"" He yelled, his voice echoing through the huge room causing the stamping of thousands of feet to stop dead at exactly the same time. It was a sound that Kane loved to hear that never got old.<br/><br/>Kane began walking around the outside of the stone circle eventually seeing the Court Wizard looking inside what looked like a generator ""Blast it! There's always something bloody wrong with this thing!"" The wizard was mumbling to himself before Kane cleared his throat causing the wizard to jump and bang is head on the inside of the generator. He yelped before poking his head back out of the generator and sighing ""Is there something wrong, Merlin?"" Kane asked the wizard. The wizard was in fact the first, most powerful and most famous wizard on the planet and is said to be the father of modern magic along with being immortal. Merlin shook his head before speaking ""The generator has conked out. If you want to go now, I'll have to feed the teleporter using my own magic instead of the generators"" The wizard said in a quick and irritable way, obviously on the verge of losing his patience with the teleporter.<br/><br/>Kane nodded and began walking back over to his army ""Do that then!"" He yelled behind him as he took his position in front of the army. With that, Merlin brushed his robe off before firing a beam of blue energy into the generator which began to feed the teleporter. The sound of gears grinding together filled the room along with the hum of what sounded to be energy surging into the sigil which was beginning to glow more vibrantly, blue electrical arks dancing around, eventually forming a large ball of energy in the middle of the sigil ""The teleporter is ready! Send your troops through it Kane!"" Merlin yelled to Kane who took a deep breath ""Alright. By the left, quick march!"" He yelled before marching forward with the army close behind until they got within the stone circle. The glowing orb began firing bolts of energy at anyone who got within the circle which made them disappear in the blink of an eye. To anyone who didn't know what this was, it was quite intimidating but this was actually the method of teleportation.<br/><br/>Eventually, all 6000 troops were on the other side, approximately a mile away from Adriana's camp near Black Hill. It was going to be a long day.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Princess Adriana Artimus</span><br/><br/>The Princess looked at Rain and shook her head ""We're setting up position in valley next to Black Hill. There is no forest unfortunately...though it seems we were thinking of the same thing when it came to digging trenches"" She bit her lip and began looking at the map again until she was interrupted by a soldier walking into the tent. The soldier bowed his head and spoke, head still bowed ""My lady. Prince Kane has arrived, they are moving towards the camp as I speak and should be here within 10 minutes"" The soldier raised his head and looked directly at the Princess before she spoke ""Thank you private. Dismissed"" She nodded her head towards the soldier who smiled and walked out. The Princess grabbed her bow and quiver before looking at Rain ""I want you to get some rest today. Tomorrow I'll need you to take your squad out again and locate the Cult's army to see how much closer they have gotten"" With that she smiled and walked out, slinging her quiver of arrows over her shoulder as she did."
2788,Forgotten Times (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321053,2014-11-28T19:29:00,Shnercropolis,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Boston</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">3 weeks ago</span><br/><br/>Fotag was summoned, along with every other leutenant, to the breifing room the next day. She entered the room when it was about half full, and waited around for everyone to show up. Horfalk had his serious military face on, and didn't any hints of their friendship(which was proper). Finally, when everyone was there, he began in his stern military voice.<br/><br/>""Hello, gentlemen. I am sure you have all been wondering about the purpose of this army, what exactly we hope to accomplish here. Well, before i tell you that, I will give those of you who have yet to get your bearing the approximate dimensions of our forces.<br/><br/>""We have about 13,000 line infantry at our disposal, 4,000 grenadiers, 550 cannons, and 3,000 cavalry. We have been stocking supplies secretly here for months now, so food and other needs will not be problems. We have a small fleet of shipping vessels to move all this, as well as a dozen or so ships of the line for protection while embarked as well as supporting fire on the coast. We have 17 elder priests as well as roughly 30 magic-adept slaves in the work crew, although that count is unreliable at best.""<br/><br/>He inhaled, collecting himself for the next part. ""What I'm about to tell you has been top-secret, privy only to the god-emperor, a few parts of intelligence, and me, for about 2 months. And it doesn't leave this room until we are in Brazil.""<br/><br/>Fotag's eyes suddenly snapped up. Were they doing a frontal attack on the Human Empire? Brazil would be suicide. Horfalk carefully surveyed the room without meeting anyone's eyes, in that annoyingly neutral general's look.<br/><br/>""So, we have intel that in about 3 weeks, the Cult will be leading an attack on the Black Hill region, about here."" He pointed to a spot on the map of South America that Fotag had just noticed. He continued: ""Our mission is to cut off the Cult from supplies and reinforcements here, and wait for the inevitable human-cult conflict to take place. Once that happens, we are to move in and take out whichever side won and secure Brazil. It doesn't really matter which side it is, since both will be tired and depleted by the end of the battle if they win. Cthulu's forces are much stronger, so in the meantime, we'll have to stop supplies and reinforcements from joining the Cult's main force, to even out the battle and ensure losses on both sides are heavy. That's probably the hardest part of the mission, as they'll be throwing everything they can spare at us. Hopefuly, we'll be dug in by the time they can organize anything."" He breathed deeply. ""Alright, that's the basic overview. Questions?""<br/><br/>Fotag was speechless. Hiorfalk's plan was almost perfect, better than anything she could think up. Someone raised their hand and asked, ""How will we get there?""<br/><br/>""Excellent question, Moreese. This portion of the coast is uninhabited,"" he pointed to a strip of land about 100 miles above where they were going to land, ""and we'll make our camp stealthy. It will probably take a week to get there, barring a storm, so we will make camp here and then wait until our spies report the Cult has landed. In the meantime we'll catch up our supply train, and of course our piests will try to keep us safe from out enemies' prying eyes. Then we'll start marching through the countryside towards their landing site, and recamp there. By that time our supply lines should be entirely in the camp, and we'll just have our lines going from one camp to another.""<br/><br/>Another hand went up. ""So, essentially, we'll be simultaneously declaring war on the humans and the Cult? Isn't that risky?""<br/><br/>""Another excellent question. The God-Emperor and I have reviewed evidence, and things are coming to a head anyway--it seems as though the Cult is betting everything on this one incursion. There's some intelligence that says there's something coming to us soon as well, but you don't need to worry about that, someone else is taking care of it."" Another hand went up. ""Alright, last question.""<br/><br/>""Why not just attack the humans directly? Woudln't it be easier to fight a one-front war?""<br/><br/>""Ehh.... not necessarily. If we attack the humans somewhere else, we'd run the risk of letting the Cult take control of the invaluable Brazil region, at which point they would be far too powerful for us to defeat.""<br/><br/>That was it for questions. An elder priest closed the meeting in prayer and they were all off to their respective offices to finish mobilizing. They were to depart in 3 days, and that meant they needed to be fully ready in 2 days."
2789,Forgotten Times (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321053,2014-11-28T21:27:00,Galnius,"<blockquote><div><cite>Novia Soviet Socialist Republic <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321053&amp;p=22595026#p22595026"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Princess Adriana Artimus</span><br/><br/>The Princess looked at Rain and shook her head ""We're setting up position in valley next to Black Hill. There is no forest unfortunately...though it seems we were thinking of the same thing when it came to digging trenches"" She bit her lip and began looking at the map again until she was interrupted by a soldier walking into the tent. The soldier bowed his head and spoke, head still bowed ""My lady. Prince Kane has arrived, they are moving towards the camp as I speak and should be here within 10 minutes"" The soldier raised his head and looked directly at the Princess before she spoke ""Thank you private. Dismissed"" She nodded her head towards the soldier who smiled and walked out. The Princess grabbed her bow and quiver before looking at Rain ""I want you to get some rest today. Tomorrow I'll need you to take your squad out again and locate the Cult's army to see how much closer they have gotten"" With that she smiled and walked out, slinging her quiver of arrows over her shoulder as she did.</div></blockquote><br/>Rain got up and wandered about the camp. ""I wonder if I'll ever get to see my beautiful city again. Or, for that matter, if I'll ever get to see the capital. Hmmm....."" He came across a small group around a fire. ""Hail the fire. May I approach?""<br/>""Ho shifter! Please, join us!"" Rain smiled and joined in. ""So what are those in the big tent planning?""<br/>""We'll be having reinforcements soon boys"", replied Rain. ""Now, lets stop this war talk for a moment. Anyone have anything fun or music?"" One of them pulled up an odd spring instrument, another banging on some hollowed out logs. Rain began singing to a tune his mother taught him, and they relaxed for a small time."
2790,Forgotten Times (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321053&start=25,2014-11-30T19:12:00,Novia Soviet Socialist Republic,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Prince Kane Artimus</span><br/><br/>Kane looked up the snow covered hill at the camp. One was never standing on the ground but rather standing on top of about 10 foot of compact snow and ice. Even then, the cold, white fluffy stuff was up to your knees. The ice age was truly a crap time to live in. Kane sighed before raising his hand and using his telekinesis, forced all the fresh snow out of the way to make it easier to move, all the way up to the camp. Kane took a deep breath before speaking ""Forward march!"" He yelled before walking forward with the army close behind him, marching in unison.<br/><br/>After about 5 minutes of walking they got to the outside of the camp where Princess Adriana met them with a smile. Adriana walked over to Kane and hugged him tightly, Kane giving an awkward hug back. After a couple of seconds, Adriana let go and smiled ""I missed you brother. Anyway, get your troops set up in the camp and get them briefed. We need to get a defensive line set up at Black Hill"" She said in a tired voice though still smiling. Kane nodded before replying to her ""Yeah...I missed you too"" He turned to face the army who were standing patiently in rank ""Okay, fall out! Everyone get your tents set up and report to the large tent for you're briefing. After that I want you to check supplies for when we move the camp to Black Hill! Dismissed!"" He yelled out to the troops, causing them to scatter out in all directions though all heading towards the camp to set up.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Off the coast of Greece</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Cult of Cthulhu</span><br/><br/>The Cult had managed to take an isolated Dock from the Human Empire about 5 months ago. Ever since then they had been building ships, what for had remained a mystery to everyone except the Cults highest authority, Malk. Malk sat in a dark, stone chamber on a throne as he sipped wine from a gem encrusted golden goblet. At either sides of the throne were Deep Ones, 9 foot tall fish humanoids clad in heavy armour and weilding the largest of weaponry. He sighed as a Cultist walked in and got on one knee ""Forgive me for the intrusion great one, but the ships are ready. All our troops are on board and we are ready to sail"" The cultest said in a timid voice, looking up at the Necromancer who took a slow and heavy sip of the red liquid. He swallowed and stared at the cultist for a few seconds before smiling and speaking ""Excellent. Initiate the attack on Atlantis. Those Meta Humans have been taunting us for too long. Now their great city will fall"" He sighed and nodded at the Cultist who stood up and ran out. He talked to an Eldritch being, the commander for this attack called Gre'ta, who walked onto one of the larger ships before setting sail towards Atlantis. It would be a week to get there, but with 100,000 troops they stood a good chance against the well armed 70,000 guards and soldiers there."
2791,Forgotten Times (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321053&start=25,2014-11-30T19:41:00,Harbertia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Novia Soviet Socialist Republic <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321053&amp;p=22635089#p22635089"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Prince Kane Artimus</span><br/><br/>Kane looked up the snow covered hill at the camp. One was never standing on the ground but rather standing on top of about 10 foot of compact snow and ice. Even then, the cold, white fluffy stuff was up to your knees. The ice age was truly a crap time to live in. Kane sighed before raising his hand and using his telekinesis, forced all the fresh snow out of the way to make it easier to move, all the way up to the camp. Kane took a deep breath before speaking ""Forward march!"" He yelled before walking forward with the army close behind him, marching in unison.<br/><br/>After about 5 minutes of walking they got to the outside of the camp where Princess Adriana met them with a smile. Adriana walked over to Kane and hugged him tightly, Kane giving an awkward hug back. After a couple of seconds, Adriana let go and smiled ""I missed you brother. Anyway, get your troops set up in the camp and get them briefed. We need to get a defensive line set up at Black Hill"" She said in a tired voice though still smiling. Kane nodded before replying to her ""Yeah...I missed you too"" He turned to face the army who were standing patiently in rank ""Okay, fall out! Everyone get your tents set up and report to the large tent for you're briefing. After that I want you to check supplies for when we move the camp to Black Hill! Dismissed!"" He yelled out to the troops, causing them to scatter out in all directions though all heading towards the camp to set up.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Enenor spoke up as her men moved out, ""You heard him, I want to see every tent surrounded by guttery trench a palm wide, and a palm deep. I""ll have any individual who has their tents more, or less then a timberwolfs distance brought to my tent personally."" she said with conviction of force as she made her way to where she would post her tent. Even as a Lieutenant, she strived to be captain. Jones could do as he pleased, she wasn't going to lax her hold, lest the men reflect negatively upon her.<br/><br/>Still, she loathed what she would have to do next, to dig a trench with the tools of man.... a larger trench to accommodate her tent, and in extension, her self. She wasn't about to have anyone help her either. Using her tail would have made the task easier, she could have moved the soil with ease. Her men knew better then to interrupt her in her task, for it deeply frustrated her."
2792,Forgotten Times (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321053&start=25,2014-12-02T19:00:00,Saint Morning,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Eldon</span><br/>Eldon wiped off the snowflakes that had landed on his shoulder blades, as he dismounted from his horse, the chilling temperatures worsening his mood.Araceli and himself had broke off to locate the orbs, against his better judgement that is! and from the looks of it he didn't expect to find any trace of them anytime soon.<br/><br/>He looked up towards the skies as miniscule celestial light descended and appeared before him. He raised his brow and his eyes flashed red for a moment, the celestial light copied this flashing red for a moment as well before expanding and showing the face of a young girl with flowing blue hair and the most brilliant pair of green eyes you would ever see. Celeste. She titled her head at him before giving him a nervous grin.<br/><br/>""By the by, i may have neglected telling you that a group of humans were traveling towards Black hill as well"" She said, a hand on her face. Eldon glared at her, his eyes flashing red again.<br/><br/>""Hey don't flash your eyes at me, it was a very busy day in the forest that day"" She said, defending herself. Eldon simply sighed and rubbed his his forehead.<br/><br/>""Where are they now?"" He inquired, this day was getting better and better, now wasn't it?<br/><br/>Celeste, looked up, and seem to be in deep thought for a moment before she spoke. ""I don't know, last time I checked they were 3 miles south of Black hill.""Eldon huffed and hopped back onto his horse. ""What are you doing?""<br/><br/>Eldon just gave her a sideways glance, ""Araceli is out there by herself, i'm going to go look for her so that we can leave, we can look for the elements at a later date."" He simply said.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Araceli</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""> Near the human encampment </span><br/><br/>She gripped her robe tightly, despite it covering her entire form, she still felt chilly. She smirked when a snow flake landed on her nose as she treaded through the snow. The world outside was such a strange place, one minute it's warm and the next it's freezing cold! To the point where the rain was frozen. But she had to admit, the flakes were so brilliantly crafted and often came down so gracefully that she would find herself standing in the snow and just staring.<br/><br/>She had left her horse, after he started getting nervous the closer they got to the hill. She didn't enjoy making him uncomfortable, or anyone for the matter, so she told him to stay put and that she would come back for him in a little while. But she would soon find that she was, lost. She laugh a bit at her predicament, Eldon would find her, but now it wasn't really a question of how but when.<br/><br/>The slyph paused once she noticed a group of tents of in the distance. She looked around, she knew she wasn't really suppose to interact with the humans but she had no other choice. Using the flap of her robe to cover her head, she slowly made her way towards the encampment."
2793,Forgotten Times (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321053&start=25,2014-12-02T22:50:00,Galnius,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harbertia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321053&amp;p=22635399#p22635399"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Novia Soviet Socialist Republic <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321053&amp;p=22635089#p22635089"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Prince Kane Artimus</span><br/><br/>Kane looked up the snow covered hill at the camp. One was never standing on the ground but rather standing on top of about 10 foot of compact snow and ice. Even then, the cold, white fluffy stuff was up to your knees. The ice age was truly a crap time to live in. Kane sighed before raising his hand and using his telekinesis, forced all the fresh snow out of the way to make it easier to move, all the way up to the camp. Kane took a deep breath before speaking ""Forward march!"" He yelled before walking forward with the army close behind him, marching in unison.<br/><br/>After about 5 minutes of walking they got to the outside of the camp where Princess Adriana met them with a smile. Adriana walked over to Kane and hugged him tightly, Kane giving an awkward hug back. After a couple of seconds, Adriana let go and smiled ""I missed you brother. Anyway, get your troops set up in the camp and get them briefed. We need to get a defensive line set up at Black Hill"" She said in a tired voice though still smiling. Kane nodded before replying to her ""Yeah...I missed you too"" He turned to face the army who were standing patiently in rank ""Okay, fall out! Everyone get your tents set up and report to the large tent for you're briefing. After that I want you to check supplies for when we move the camp to Black Hill! Dismissed!"" He yelled out to the troops, causing them to scatter out in all directions though all heading towards the camp to set up.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Enenor spoke up as her men moved out, ""You heard him, I want to see every tent surrounded by guttery trench a palm wide, and a palm deep. I""ll have any individual who has their tents more, or less then a timberwolfs distance brought to my tent personally."" she said with conviction of force as she made her way to where she would post her tent. Even as a Lieutenant, she strived to be captain. Jones could do as he pleased, she wasn't going to lax her hold, lest the men reflect negatively upon her.<br/><br/>Still, she loathed what she would have to do next, to dig a trench with the tools of man.... a larger trench to accommodate her tent, and in extension, her self. She wasn't about to have anyone help her either. Using her tail would have made the task easier, she could have moved the soil with ease. Her men knew better then to interrupt her in her task, for it deeply frustrated her.</div></blockquote><br/>A confused walked over to Enenor as she was building her trench. Recently, a very....excited private tried getting others to set up the trenches as well, and even tried building one around Rain's. He quickly scattered the private, but not before finding out who the officer was. ""Excuse me Miss, may I have a word? I understand liking safety, but could you please tell your privates NOT to mess with another officers tent, especially if said officer happens to need to move incredibly quickly into action."" He flashed his trademark smile. ""And you can always ask for help if you need it with your.....ummm...project."" He stopped himself from laughing. If those Cthulu idiots set fires to tents, he hoped this squad had brought a lot of water."
2794,Forgotten Times (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321053&start=25,2014-12-02T23:07:00,Harbertia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Galnius <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321053&amp;p=22659071#p22659071"">wrote</a>:</cite>A confused walked over to Enenor as she was building her trench. Recently, a very....excited private tried getting others to set up the trenches as well, and even tried building one around Rain's. He quickly scattered the private, but not before finding out who the officer was. ""Excuse me Miss, may I have a word? I understand liking safety, but could you please tell your privates NOT to mess with another officers tent, especially if said officer happens to need to move incredibly quickly into action."" He flashed his trademark smile. ""And you can always ask for help if you need it with your.....ummm...project."" He stopped himself from laughing. If those Cthulu idiots set fires to tents, he hoped this squad had brought a lot of water.</div></blockquote><br/>Enenor rose, and glared at the strange man as she took in his appearance. She was angered, and it showed. For a moment, she felt an impulse to do harm, but settled her self as she thought of a response; even while her eyes remained scorned. ""I don't need help, it's a palm by a palm trench for the sole purpose of keeping the ground beneath the tent from becoming soaked should it rain. As for my 'privates', I can assure you that no one under my command would interfere in the affairs of another officer."" She wasn't about to take some random individuals word that one of her charges had done as he described."
2795,Forgotten Times (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321053&start=25,2014-12-02T23:18:00,Galnius,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harbertia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321053&amp;p=22659174#p22659174"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Galnius <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321053&amp;p=22659071#p22659071"">wrote</a>:</cite>A confused walked over to Enenor as she was building her trench. Recently, a very....excited private tried getting others to set up the trenches as well, and even tried building one around Rain's. He quickly scattered the private, but not before finding out who the officer was. ""Excuse me Miss, may I have a word? I understand liking safety, but could you please tell your privates NOT to mess with another officers tent, especially if said officer happens to need to move incredibly quickly into action."" He flashed his trademark smile. ""And you can always ask for help if you need it with your.....ummm...project."" He stopped himself from laughing. If those Cthulu idiots set fires to tents, he hoped this squad had brought a lot of water.</div></blockquote><br/>Enenor rose, and glared at the strange man as she took in his appearance. She was angered, and it showed. For a moment, she felt an impulse to do harm, but settled her self as she thought of a response; even while her eyes remained scorned. ""I don't need help, it's a palm by a palm trench for the sole purpose of keeping the ground beneath the tent from becoming soaked should it rain. As for my 'privates', I can assure you that no one under my command would interfere in the affairs of another officer."" She wasn't about to take some random individuals word that one of her charges had done as he described.</div></blockquote><br/>Rain raised an eyebrow. ""Try rushing out of or into your tent when it's dark. that palm to palm trench has sprained more than a few ankles. And I would lie about the private why may I ask?"" He gave her a challenging look. ""Now, I don't mean to cause trouble, I just want you to talk to them. the one I saw, which I'm SURE was a completely unique case, just seemed a bit over zealous."""
2796,Forgotten Times (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321053&start=25,2014-12-02T23:29:00,Harbertia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Galnius <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321053&amp;p=22659227#p22659227"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Harbertia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321053&amp;p=22659174#p22659174"">wrote</a>:</cite>Enenor rose, and glared at the strange man as she took in his appearance. She was angered, and it showed. For a moment, she felt an impulse to do harm, but settled her self as she thought of a response; even while her eyes remained scorned. ""I don't need help, it's a palm by a palm trench for the sole purpose of keeping the ground beneath the tent from becoming soaked should it rain. As for my 'privates', I can assure you that no one under my command would interfere in the affairs of another officer."" She wasn't about to take some random individuals word that one of her charges had done as he described.</div></blockquote><br/>Rain raised an eyebrow. ""Try rushing out of or into your tent when it's dark. that palm to palm trench has sprained more than a few ankles. And I would lie about the private why may I ask?"" He gave her a challenging look. ""Now, I don't mean to cause trouble, I just want you to talk to them. the one I saw, which I'm SURE was a completely unique case, just seemed a bit over zealous.""</div></blockquote><br/>Enenor wasn't about to take this kind of treatment, ""The<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://tentsshelters.tpub.com/TM-10-8340-211-13/css/TM-10-8340-211-13_74.htm"" rel=""nofollow"">Guttery Trench</a>has been a standard for some of the finest military forces in history. As for why you would lie, perhaps you just get your flies from showing up towards those higher then yourself. Jesters such as your self have no place in a disciplined force. An attitude such as that held by your self will only serve to end your life. Do you think a corpse is going to laugh at your antics, or pause long enough for you to make a pun? When the undead arrive they shall have no humor for your kind."" Standing a little over him she continued, ""Now, jester, where is this private?"""
2797,Forgotten Times (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321053&start=25,2014-12-03T00:17:00,Galnius,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harbertia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321053&amp;p=22659297#p22659297"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Galnius <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321053&amp;p=22659227#p22659227"">wrote</a>:</cite>Rain raised an eyebrow. ""Try rushing out of or into your tent when it's dark. that palm to palm trench has sprained more than a few ankles. And I would lie about the private why may I ask?"" He gave her a challenging look. ""Now, I don't mean to cause trouble, I just want you to talk to them. the one I saw, which I'm SURE was a completely unique case, just seemed a bit over zealous.""</div></blockquote><br/>Enenor wasn't about to take this kind of treatment, ""The <a class=""postlink"" href=""http://tentsshelters.tpub.com/TM-10-8340-211-13/css/TM-10-8340-211-13_74.htm"" rel=""nofollow"">Guttery Trench</a> has been a standard for some of the finest military forces in history. As for why you would lie, perhaps you just get your flies from showing up towards those higher then yourself. Jesters such as your self have no place in a disciplined force. An attitude such as that held by your self will only serve to end your life. Do you think a corpse is going to laugh at your antics, or pause long enough for you to make a pun? When the undead arrive they shall have no humor for your kind."" Standing a little over him she continued, ""Now, jester, where is this private?""</div></blockquote><br/>""Guttery trenches are great if you have leisure. Try joining a quick moving scouting party, you'll learn that you can't waste your time with such luxuries. Simple skins or other quick drainage do the trick. And excuse me for having a sense of humor here. Someone has to."" He pointed towards the rest of the encampment. ""When looking for a soldier, ask the other soldiers. How long have you been in the military to not know that? The bond comrades share, well, if they don't know they'll help track him down. Now, I'm assuming your at least Captain to talk like that. If I offended you, I am sincerely sorry. If you have any complaints about me, take it up with the princess. She'll either scold me or you, depending on the situation."" He snickered. ""As for the Cthulu idiots, I just got out of their encampment a few days ago. It took them forever to identify me as male, let alone a spy. I don't think we have to worry to much about them until they attack."""
2798,Forgotten Times (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321053&start=25,2014-12-03T01:25:00,Harbertia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Galnius <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321053&amp;p=22659564#p22659564"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Harbertia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321053&amp;p=22659297#p22659297"">wrote</a>:</cite>Enenor wasn't about to take this kind of treatment, ""The <a class=""postlink"" href=""http://tentsshelters.tpub.com/TM-10-8340-211-13/css/TM-10-8340-211-13_74.htm"" rel=""nofollow"">Guttery Trench</a> has been a standard for some of the finest military forces in history. As for why you would lie, perhaps you just get your flies from showing up towards those higher then yourself. Jesters such as your self have no place in a disciplined force. An attitude such as that held by your self will only serve to end your life. Do you think a corpse is going to laugh at your antics, or pause long enough for you to make a pun? When the undead arrive they shall have no humor for your kind."" Standing a little over him she continued, ""Now, jester, where is this private?""</div></blockquote><br/>""Guttery trenches are great if you have leisure. Try joining a quick moving scouting party, you'll learn that you can't waste your time with such luxuries. Simple skins or other quick drainage do the trick. And excuse me for having a sense of humor here. Someone has to."" He pointed towards the rest of the encampment. <span style=""text-decoration: underline"">""When looking for a soldier, ask the other soldiers. How long have you been in the military to not know that?</span> The bond comrades share, well, if they don't know they'll help track him down. Now, I'm assuming your at least Captain to talk like that. If I offended you, I am sincerely sorry. If you have any complaints about me, take it up with the princess. She'll either scold me or you, depending on the situation."" He snickered. ""As for the Cthulu idiots, I just got out of their encampment a few days ago. It took them forever to identify me as male, let alone a spy. I don't think we have to worry to much about them until they attack.""</div></blockquote><br/>Enenor grabbed the man, ""I don't care how stealthy you are, if YOU have a complaint about one of my men you had better be able to direct me to the person!"" she said gritting her teeth. It had become obvious to her that the man was not serious, and indeed was lying. He had already jested to much for his apology not to sound sarcastic. ""Other wise it'll be you who pays, but since no such person ever existed-"" she glared at him as memory came to her of oaths she had made, and with these memories she let the man down though in such a way as to make a forceful point. ""Leave us, you try my patience."" she said, resting a hand on her blade."
2799,Forgotten Times (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321053&start=25,2014-12-03T01:42:00,Galnius,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harbertia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321053&amp;p=22659868#p22659868"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Galnius <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321053&amp;p=22659564#p22659564"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Guttery trenches are great if you have leisure. Try joining a quick moving scouting party, you'll learn that you can't waste your time with such luxuries. Simple skins or other quick drainage do the trick. And excuse me for having a sense of humor here. Someone has to."" He pointed towards the rest of the encampment. <span style=""text-decoration: underline"">""When looking for a soldier, ask the other soldiers. How long have you been in the military to not know that?</span> The bond comrades share, well, if they don't know they'll help track him down. Now, I'm assuming your at least Captain to talk like that. If I offended you, I am sincerely sorry. If you have any complaints about me, take it up with the princess. She'll either scold me or you, depending on the situation."" He snickered. ""As for the Cthulu idiots, I just got out of their encampment a few days ago. It took them forever to identify me as male, let alone a spy. I don't think we have to worry to much about them until they attack.""</div></blockquote><br/>Enenor grabbed the man, ""I don't care how stealthy you are, if YOU have a complaint about one of my men you had better be able to direct me to the person!"" she said gritting her teeth. It had become obvious to her that the man was not serious, and indeed was lying. He had already jested to much for his apology not to sound sarcastic. ""Other wise it'll be you who pays, but since no such person ever existed-"" she glared at him as memory came to her of oaths she had made, and with these memories she let the man down though in such a way as to make a forceful point. ""Leave us, you try my patience."" she said, resting a hand on her blade.</div></blockquote><br/>Rain simply shrugged off the assault. ""I'll have my men fetch Private...oh what was his name....Tereno, Terenoo, Trenoo.....whatever his name is, if you won't do it. And lighten up will ya'? If you'd kill someone over a trench, I'd hate to see what would happen over spilled milk."" Cautiously, he grabbed his own blade.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Has she been drinking heavily or something? If so, she needs to watch herself.</span>"
2800,Forgotten Times (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321053&start=25,2014-12-04T10:21:00,Harbertia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saint Morning <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321053&amp;p=22657104#p22657104"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Araceli</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""> Near the human encampment </span><br/><br/> She gripped her robe tightly, despite it covering her entire form, she still felt chilly. She smirked when a snow flake landed on her nose as she treaded through the snow. The world outside was such a strange place, one minute it's warm and the next it's freezing cold! To the point where the rain was frozen. But she had to admit, the flakes were so brilliantly crafted and often came down so gracefully that she would find herself standing in the snow and just staring.<br/><br/> She had left her horse, after he started getting nervous the closer they got to the hill. She didn't enjoy making him uncomfortable, or anyone for the matter, so she told him to stay put and that she would come back for him in a little while. But she would soon find that she was, lost. She laugh a bit at her predicament, Eldon would find her, but now it wasn't really a question of how but when.<br/><br/>The Slyph paused once she noticed a group of tents of in the distance. She looked around, she knew she wasn't really suppose to interact with the humans but she had no other choice. Using the flap of her robe to cover her head, she slowly made her way towards the encampment.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Encampment</span><br/>The human encampment was in the early stages of establishment. Imperial soldiers hammered in the peg supports, tents rose, and much discussion took place in those areas where preparations had been completed. Some bickered, others laughed, and a few worked on the preparation of their armaments for battle. It's obviously a military camp, such abundance of weapons, banners, and layout are all signs of a professional army."
2801,Forgotten Times (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321053&start=25,2014-12-04T15:02:00,Saint Morning,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Harbertia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321053&amp;p=22674314#p22674314"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Saint Morning <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321053&amp;p=22657104#p22657104"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Araceli</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""> Near the human encampment </span><br/><br/> She gripped her robe tightly, despite it covering her entire form, she still felt chilly. She smirked when a snow flake landed on her nose as she treaded through the snow. The world outside was such a strange place, one minute it's warm and the next it's freezing cold! To the point where the rain was frozen. But she had to admit, the flakes were so brilliantly crafted and often came down so gracefully that she would find herself standing in the snow and just staring.<br/><br/> She had left her horse, after he started getting nervous the closer they got to the hill. She didn't enjoy making him uncomfortable, or anyone for the matter, so she told him to stay put and that she would come back for him in a little while. But she would soon find that she was, lost. She laugh a bit at her predicament, Eldon would find her, but now it wasn't really a question of how but when.<br/><br/>The Slyph paused once she noticed a group of tents of in the distance. She looked around, she knew she wasn't really suppose to interact with the humans but she had no other choice. Using the flap of her robe to cover her head, she slowly made her way towards the encampment.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Encampment</span><br/>The human encampment was in the early stages of establishment. Imperial soldiers hammered in the peg supports, tents rose, and much discussion took place in those areas where preparations had been completed. Some bickered, others laughed, and a few worked on the preparation of their armaments for battle. It's obviously a military camp, such abundance of weapons, banners, and layout are all signs of a professional army.</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""> Araceli </span><br/><br/>She stared curiously at the assortments of weapons and wondered why there were so many. She managed to enter the camp without getting notice, which was surprising as she had thought the humans would instantly descend upon her, but many were too busy messing about to take notice of her. So she simply wondered the campsite a bit, often stopping to admire the human equipment, some of which she recognized from the Elven markets within Valerie.However it wasn't long before someone had finally noticed her presence, and with three other soldiers, she was confronted by said person.<br/><br/>""HALT! Who are you?"" The man demanded, one hand pointed towards her, the other on the handle of his sword, the other two also had their hands on their swords handle and looked just as menacing. She gripped her robe tightly, the flap still concealing her head and face and the robe itself concealing her wings, as she began to answer.<br/><br/>""Araceli"" She began, ""I came to Black Hill for a rare artifact, but I'm kind of lost"" She looked towards the three humans. They were all relatively attractive and Araceli found herself shocked by this revelation, she had never seen a human up close before (Or at all really) so she had to rely on Eldon's description of them, and she could safety say that, in terms of physical appearance, that they were nothing like what he described them to be. She watch as they exchanged confused glances, and the one in front unsheathed his sword.But in personality, well she would have to wait and see what this man was going to do, she took a step back. ""Um did i say something wrong? Is there some sort of code i'm suppose to say"" She inquired, slightly worried.<br/><br/>The two males in the back exchanged confused looks again, but the one in the front simply said. ""Your coming with us!"" Araceli, bite down on her lower lip, she didn't want to cause any trouble but she doubted that Eldon would be too happy when he finds out that she was actually conversing with humans.So as the three men inched closer, she did what any logical person would do in such a situation.... she ran."
2802,Forgotten Times (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321053&start=25,2014-12-05T11:22:00,Harbertia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saint Morning <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321053&amp;p=22677056#p22677056"">wrote</a>:</cite><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Harbertia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321053&amp;p=22674314#p22674314"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Encampment</span><br/>The human encampment was in the early stages of establishment. Imperial soldiers hammered in the peg supports, tents rose, and much discussion took place in those areas where preparations had been completed. Some bickered, others laughed, and a few worked on the preparation of their armaments for battle. It's obviously a military camp, such abundance of weapons, banners, and layout are all signs of a professional army.</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""> Araceli </span><br/><br/> She stared curiously at the assortments of weapons and wondered why there were so many. She managed to enter the camp without getting notice, which was surprising as she had thought the humans would instantly descend upon her, but many were too busy messing about to take notice of her. So she simply wondered the campsite a bit, often stopping to admire the human equipment, some of which she recognized from the Elven markets within Valerie.However it wasn't long before someone had finally noticed her presence, and with three other soldiers, she was confronted by said person.<br/><br/>""HALT! Who are you?"" The man demanded, one hand pointed towards her, the other on the handle of his sword, the other two also had their hands on their swords handle and looked just as menacing. She gripped her robe tightly, the flap still concealing her head and face and the robe itself concealing her wings, as she began to answer.<br/><br/>""Araceli"" She began, ""I came to Black Hill for a rare artifact, but I'm kind of lost"" She looked towards the three humans. They were all relatively attractive and Araceli found herself shocked by this revelation, she had never seen a human up close before (Or at all really) so she had to rely on Eldon's description of them, and she could safety say that, in terms of physical appearance, that they were nothing like what he described them to be. She watch as they exchanged confused glances, and the one in front unsheathed his sword.But in personality, well she would have to wait and see what this man was going to do, she took a step back. ""Um did i say something wrong? Is there some sort of code i'm suppose to say"" She inquired, slightly worried.<br/><br/>The two males in the back exchanged confused looks again, but the one in the front simply said. ""Your coming with us!"" Araceli, bite down on her lower lip, she didn't want to cause any trouble but she doubted that Eldon would be too happy when he finds out that she was actually conversing with humans.So as the three men inched closer, she did what any logical person would do in such a situation.... she ran.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""GET HER!"" the two rushed after her though the camp. ""HALT! HALT!"" with each tent that was passed another joined, causing a scene that could not be ignored. Officers attempted to coordinate their men, in such a way as to prevent the girl from leaving the camp. The Humans are closing in, your only option is to keep running. The men are too coordinated for you to break for the woods the way you came, however you notice a glimmer of hope. Near the edge of the woods, still unaware of the drama, too caught up in some personal confrontation are two officers, a male, and a female. It'll mean running past some more tents, and jumping some small ditch like entrenchments; yet at the moment it seems your only chance, besides, your quick of foot. Even as the ground it's self is slippy, even as the snow brings moisture, so often the enemy of the Sylph; you run. Focused, driven you run for the opening, they way.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Galnius <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321053&amp;p=22659925#p22659925"">wrote</a>:</cite>What ever dispute the two are in, it's become rather heated. Both seem to have their hand on their blade.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>As you break for the voices in pursuit grow louder, shouting. Your so close. The female turns her agitated eyes upon you, and you seem to blink, or something. The woman's features begin to change, it all happened so suddenly, she became a dark blur, her eyes red, she fills your view of vision. Before you, blocking your avenue of escape is an ebony dragon. It's wings a dark purple, it's eyes a burning red. It's head rises over you, you finally slip. With the humans behind you, a dragon a head-<br/><br/>Suddenly a voice different from the others breaks though, ""What's the commotion about!""<br/><br/>""My Prince,"" says one of the two men who had first gave you the dreaded order to halt. You turn, the man who has been referred to as lord stands with in the semi-cycle that entraps you. ""she was intruding upon the camp, she claims to be lost, she's robed, she could be a spy, she said something about an artifact-""<br/><br/>""Gentilemen,"" said the Prince, holding his palm out to them as he approaches. His eyes are by far more gentile then the glare of the dragon."
2803,Forgotten Times (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321053&start=25,2014-12-05T23:22:00,Shnercropolis,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">~20 mi from Black Hill</span><br/>Fotag collapsed into her cot and was instantly asleep. The last weeks had been long and busy, and she had been in constant demand. First she had to ensure that she had the resources and manpower she needed, then she had been made de facto maintainer of the ship she was in, then she needed to plan out and build a fortified camp that could survive with a skeleton crew, and then she needed to direct the construction of every temporary camp on their way through the forest, and today she had to set up their<span style=""font-style: italic"">second</span>fortified camp and help draw up batlefield plans. It had been exhausting.<br/><br/>Now she could get some blessed sleep until tomorrow, when they would et up the cannons along the Cult's supply lines."
2804,Forgotten Times (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321053&start=25,2014-12-06T15:13:00,Saint Morning,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harbertia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321053&amp;p=22686297#p22686297"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Saint Morning <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321053&amp;p=22677056#p22677056"">wrote</a>:</cite><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""></div></div></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""> Araceli </span><br/><br/> She stared curiously at the assortments of weapons and wondered why there were so many. She managed to enter the camp without getting notice, which was surprising as she had thought the humans would instantly descend upon her, but many were too busy messing about to take notice of her. So she simply wondered the campsite a bit, often stopping to admire the human equipment, some of which she recognized from the Elven markets within Valerie.However it wasn't long before someone had finally noticed her presence, and with three other soldiers, she was confronted by said person.<br/><br/>""HALT! Who are you?"" The man demanded, one hand pointed towards her, the other on the handle of his sword, the other two also had their hands on their swords handle and looked just as menacing. She gripped her robe tightly, the flap still concealing her head and face and the robe itself concealing her wings, as she began to answer.<br/><br/>""Araceli"" She began, ""I came to Black Hill for a rare artifact, but I'm kind of lost"" She looked towards the three humans. They were all relatively attractive and Araceli found herself shocked by this revelation, she had never seen a human up close before (Or at all really) so she had to rely on Eldon's description of them, and she could safety say that, in terms of physical appearance, that they were nothing like what he described them to be. She watch as they exchanged confused glances, and the one in front unsheathed his sword.But in personality, well she would have to wait and see what this man was going to do, she took a step back. ""Um did i say something wrong? Is there some sort of code i'm suppose to say"" She inquired, slightly worried.<br/><br/>The two males in the back exchanged confused looks again, but the one in the front simply said. ""Your coming with us!"" Araceli, bite down on her lower lip, she didn't want to cause any trouble but she doubted that Eldon would be too happy when he finds out that she was actually conversing with humans.So as the three men inched closer, she did what any logical person would do in such a situation.... she ran.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""GET HER!"" the two rushed after her though the camp. ""HALT! HALT!"" with each tent that was passed another joined, causing a scene that could not be ignored. Officers attempted to coordinate their men, in such a way as to prevent the girl from leaving the camp. The Humans are closing in, your only option is to keep running. The men are too coordinated for you to break for the woods the way you came, however you notice a glimmer of hope. Near the edge of the woods, still unaware of the drama, too caught up in some personal confrontation are two officers, a male, and a female. It'll mean running past some more tents, and jumping some small ditch like entrenchments; yet at the moment it seems your only chance, besides, your quick of foot. Even as the ground it's self is slippy, even as the snow brings moisture, so often the enemy of the Sylph; you run. Focused, driven you run for the opening, they way.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Galnius <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321053&amp;p=22659925#p22659925"">wrote</a>:</cite>What ever dispute the two are in, it's become rather heated. Both seem to have their hand on their blade.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>As you break for the voices in pursuit grow louder, shouting. Your so close. The female turns her agitated eyes upon you, and you seem to blink, or something. The woman's features begin to change, it all happened so suddenly, she became a dark blur, her eyes red, she fills your view of vision. Before you, blocking your avenue of escape is an ebony dragon. It's wings a dark purple, it's eyes a burning red. It's head rises over you, you finally slip. With the humans behind you, a dragon a head-<br/><br/>Suddenly a voice different from the others breaks though, ""What's the commotion about!""<br/><br/>""My Prince,"" says one of the two men who had first gave you the dreaded order to halt. You turn, the man who has been referred to as lord stands with in the semi-cycle that entraps you. ""she was intruding upon the camp, she claims to be lost, she's robed, she could be a spy, she said something about an artifact-""<br/><br/>""Gentilemen,"" said the Prince, holding his palm out to them as he approaches. His eyes are by far more gentile then the glare of the dragon.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Araceli</span><br/><br/>She took a step back, still gripping her robe tightly. Her eyes trained on the Prince as he approached, he didn't seem hostile, but she that didn't make her any less anxious, she could still feel the glare the dragon would sending her way. Maybe coming to the human encampment wasn't such a good idea.<br/><br/>""I'm sorry if I-i caused a commotion I really don't mean any harm"" She apologizes. She needed to figure out how she was going to get out of here, she could probably escaped if she flew out of here, but she would have great difficulty avoiding the dragon."
2805,The Survivors: Post-9/11 (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321068,2014-11-22T16:25:00,The NAR,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://images.nationalgeographic.com/wpf/media-live/photos/000/399/cache/september-9-11-attacks-anniversary-ground-zero-world-trade-center-pentagon-flight-93-second-airplane-wtc_39997_600x450.jpg""/></div><br/><br/>The year is 2006. It has been 5 years since the very foundation of the United States was shaken by the horrors of terrorism. On that morning, on September 11th, 2001, Police, Fireman, EMTs, and civilians alike answered the call of their nation, and strode forward. Many who entered those towers on that day never came out. Thousands lay dead at the hands of evil, but not you. You were there, at Ground Zero, when Hell met Earth. You were a Fireman, and EMT, a Police Officer, or maybe just a civilian, but you're alive. And now, years later, the memories have hardly faded from your mind. They never will, but you can try to live your life with them there. You need hope, because without hope, the world is lost.<br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.worldsfamousphotos.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/01/ground_zero_spirit.jpg""/><br/><br/>RULES:<br/>*No killing people. This is about life after 9/11, not murder<br/>*You can be any profession without crime-affiliation<br/>*No godmodding or meta-gaming<br/>*Be social with other character<br/>*PLEASE make well thought out, long posts.<br/><br/><br/>OOC:<a class=""postlink-local"" href=""http://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321021"">viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321021</a>"
2806,The Survivors: Post-9/11 (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321068,2014-11-22T17:02:00,The NAR,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">62 Truck</span></span><br/><br/>Laughs filled the room. They were happy laughs, carefree laughs. They could make you believe nothing had ever happened. It was nice, hearing laughter and not pain and suffering. Happiness rarely came to some people, because the struggles of life are too heavy. Michael scanned the crew, which was only 6 men and himself.<br/><br/>There was Sean, Mikey, Lou, Franco, and Chief (guys from “Rescue Me” without Tommy”. Best guys Michael has ever known, and probably ever will.<br/><br/>“I don’t know what to tell you, Mikey. I’m really not the guy to talk to about that” Franco said.<br/><br/>“C’mon, Franco, lot’s of men get their balls waxed” Mikey responded.<br/><br/>“Yeah, but they’re gay. And I’m not, but you are”<br/><br/>“I’m not gay, Franco. It’s called Metrosexual”<br/><br/>“What the hell is Metrosexual? Is that like… train sex?” asked Lou, who was making a sandwich.<br/><br/>“No” Mikey said, obviously not seeing the sarcasm. “It’s when straight guys like to do things that might seem gay, like get a wax or a pedicure”.<br/><br/>Michael chuckled and ran his fingers through his hair. “Mikey, I have a serious question for you right now”.<br/><br/>“What?” he asked.<br/><br/>“Are you Metrofaggot err whatever?”<br/><br/>Mikey was quiet for a minute. “Um… well I don’t know…”<br/><br/>“Wrong answer” Michael laughed.<br/><br/>“Enough!” yelled Chief. “I won’t have any more talk of this ‘Metrosexual’ bullshit in my House!”. The guys were silent.<br/><br/>ENGINE! LADDER! Boomed the alarm. We all stood up and began to walk out, and Lou made a funny comment. “Great, now some broad is our goddamn warning bitch”"
2807,The Survivors: Post-9/11 (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321068,2014-11-22T18:03:00,Whittington,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Jessica Langdon<br/>Apartment 18A, 737 Park Avenue<br/>Upper East Side, New York City<br/>November 22nd, 2006<br/>11:30 AM</span><br/><br/>The sun peeked through the silver sheer curtains and warmed the side of Jessica's face. The warmth caused her to stir and and slowly opened her eyes and let them adjust to the light. She looked up at the ceiling and smiled, the crystal chandelier above her bed acted like a miniature disco ball when the sun hit it in the right spot. After laying in bed for a few more moments she rolled over and grabbed her Blackberry. She had a few messages from her friends and an e-mail from her agent to remind her of a fitting she had later on that day.<br/><br/>Once she checked her messages and e-mails she rolled out of bed and grabbed her robe and slipped into her black Ugg boot. She opened the door to the terrace that was off her master bedroom, the door pushed away a light dusting of snow and the crisp air sent a chill up her spine. Jessica walked over to the railing and leaned into it, looking down at the street and the building and Central Park across from her. She listened to the sounds of the constant bustling city. Some people complain about the noise but she embraced it, the city was alive and well.<br/><br/>Jessica walked back into her bedroom and started the shower. She brushed her teeth and once she was done she stepped into her large shower and allowed the warm water to wash over her. Once she was done she wrapped herself in her robe, dried her hair until it was damp and then sat down at her vanity. She applied some dark eye liner and dark eye shadow, to give herself a smokey eye. She applied some blush to her cheeks and then went on to blow dry her hair. Once it was completely dry she styled it into a tight bun and coated her hair in hair-spray, so not a single hair was out of place. She then opened a drawer where kept her lipstick and grabbed her favorite, Chanel Rouge Allure.<br/><br/>Not only was the Chanel lipstick her signature color to wear, it reminded her of Danielle, after all, she picked it out. Jessica had just been signed with Ford Models and the two were out buying new make-up at Saks. Jessica wanted the perfect red lipstick and after several trials, Danielle handed her the Chanel lipstick and Jessica fell in love with it.<br/><br/>After her hair and make up was done, Jessica sauntered into her walk in class to pick the outfit for the day. After pursuing her options she settled on a black fitted blouse, black leggings, knee high Christian Louboutin black leather boots and topped it off with a light pink Chanel tweed jacket. Once she was dressed she went through her jewelry drawers and slipped on a silver Rolex, a Tiffany tennis bracelet, Chanel Pear earrings and a diamond necklace, a gift from her mother. She transferred her personal items into a Chanel bag, the same shade of her tweed jacket, and then headed to the lobby of her building.<br/><br/>Jessica waited in the lobby for a few minutes before a black BMW 7 series pulled up and her agent, Daniel, stepped out of the back with a Starbucks coffee in his hand.<br/><br/>""One vanilla latte, no whip, two shots."" He said with a smile as he handed her the coffee.<br/><br/>""You're such a doll."" Jessica said as she gave him a kiss on his cheek.<br/><br/>The two got into the back of the sedan and the driver headed uptown to where the fitting was.<br/><br/>After the attacks, the country was so focused on what happened that the fashion industry took a breather. But a few weeks or so passed by and it was back to business. Since her days at Ralph Lauren, Jessica found fame as a highly sought after model. She modeled for fashion houses such as Louis Vuitton, Armani, Yves Saint Laurent, Versace, Oscar De La Renta and walked in every Fashion week since 2002. Jessica has traveled the world, dated models and actors and even a New York Yankee.<br/><br/>Jessica lives just a few blocks from her mother and they still make it a point to see a Broadway show together. It might not be as frequent when she was younger, but she it's still something she loves to do when she can. In January of 2002, Jessica sold the apartment she shared with Danielle, it was heart-breaking. She had left her room the same way it was on September 11th. In fact, she couldn't even enter the room, friends had to pack it up for her.<br/><br/>It's been 5 years now since the attacks, and the 5th anniversary opened up old wounds, wounds that never fully healed in the first place. Jessica missed Danielle dearly and with the holidays coming up once again, her mood darkened.<br/><br/>""You know Jessica, I've always loved that shade of red on you."" Daniel said as he peered up from his Blackberry for a split second.<br/><br/>""Thanks love, me too."" Jessica replied with a smile as she looked at her reflection in the rear-view mirror. ""It's perfect, isn't it?"""
2808,The Survivors: Post-9/11 (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321068,2014-11-22T18:39:00,The NAR,"Within a few minutes, Michael's crew was set up in front of an apartment building, which was covered in flames. Fire crashed from the top 4 floors, engulfing everything. Traffic was backed up for blocks as Michael and the guys got on their gear and got ready to enter the fire. Michael made a cross over his body as he approached the Chief. ""Chief, what's the plan? Want me and some guys to just head in there and check for civvies before you put that sucker out?"". Chief nodded. ""Yeah, be careful, Mike"". Michael nodded. ""Franco! Sean! Let's go!"".<br/><br/>They proceeded into the building, which was now exploding in some parts..."
2809,The Survivors: Post-9/11 (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321068,2014-11-22T18:52:00,Whittington,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Jessica Langdon</span><br/><br/>Traffic came to a stand still and the BMW carrying Jessica and Daniel uptown was now stuck in bumper to bumper traffic. The black sedan blended in with the sea of black limos and yellow taxis.<br/><br/>""This is such bullshit!!"" Daniel exclaimed. ""I swear, this is exactly why I take the subway everywhere.""<br/><br/>Jessica shook her head and chuckled at Daniel. Daniel has been Jessica's agent ever since she signed with Ford Models. When Daniel took Jessica as his client he was just starting out, but her quick rise to fame earned him a reputation that only attracted more clients. He manged athletes, Broadway stars, models and a few singers, but Jessica was always his number one priority.<br/><br/>""Driver, could you pull off to the side please?"" Jessica said.<br/><br/>""Why?"" Daniel asked her.<br/><br/>""Because, at this rate, we'll get there faster if we walk. Beside, I can use the fresh air.""<br/><br/>The BMW pulled over and Daniel and Jessica walked down the street. Traffic was backed up for blocks, the smell of smoke filled the air and sirens could be heard in the distance. One would think such a combination of senses would trigger the terror of 9/11, but it was a common occurrence and Jessica didn't bat an eye to it. As the two walked down the street arm in arm, Jessica sipped on her coffee, leaving a red stain on the lip of the cup.<br/><br/>As they two got closer had blocked off the street and a crowd was gathering at the corner to watch an apartment building that was engulfed in flames. Among the firetrucks at the scene, Jessica noticed that Truck 62 was one of them. She remembered seeing it at the World Trade Center the day the towers fell and read about the firefighters were pulled from the rubble. She really commended them for their bravery and always wondered who they were.<br/><br/>Since they were going to be late, Jessica decided to stick around and watch the scene unfold."
2810,The Survivors: Post-9/11 (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321068,2014-11-22T19:06:00,The NAR,"<blockquote><div><cite>Whittington <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321068&amp;p=22530933#p22530933"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Jessica Langdon</span><br/><br/>Traffic came to a stand still and the BMW carrying Jessica and Daniel uptown was now stuck in bumper to bumper traffic. The black sedan blended in with the sea of black limos and yellow taxis.<br/><br/>""This is such bullshit!!"" Daniel exclaimed. ""I swear, this is exactly why I take the subway everywhere.""<br/><br/>Jessica shook her head and chuckled at Daniel. Daniel has been Jessica's agent ever since she signed with Ford Models. When Daniel took Jessica as his client he was just starting out, but her quick rise to fame earned him a reputation that only attracted more clients. He manged athletes, Broadway stars, models and a few singers, but Jessica was always his number one priority.<br/><br/>""Driver, could you pull off to the side please?"" Jessica said.<br/><br/>""Why?"" Daniel asked her.<br/><br/>""Because, at this rate, we'll get there faster if we walk. Beside, I can use the fresh air.""<br/><br/>The BMW pulled over and Daniel and Jessica walked down the street. Traffic was backed up for blocks, the smell of smoke filled the air and sirens could be heard in the distance. One would think such a combination of senses would trigger the terror of 9/11, but it was a common occurrence and Jessica didn't bat an eye to it. As the two walked down the street arm in arm, Jessica sipped on her coffee, leaving a red stain on the lip of the cup.<br/><br/>As they two got closer had blocked off the street and a crowd was gathering at the corner to watch an apartment building that was engulfed in flames. Among the firetrucks at the scene, Jessica noticed that Truck 62 was one of them. She remembered seeing it at the World Trade Center the day the towers fell and read about the firefighters were pulled from the rubble. She really commended them for their bravery and always wondered who they were. <br/><br/>Since they were going to be late, Jessica decided to stick around and watch the scene unfold.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Jessica would see that the truck she was looking at was dented and bruised from debris on that day. Michael and the guys called them ""Battle Scars"". Metal and concrete crashed on her on 9/11, and the guys thought it was important not to forget. Michael and the two others searched through the blazing inferno inside. Explosions rocked the building as they did. ""What the hell is that!?"" yelled Franco. Michael shrugged. ""Guess we'll find out!"". It was hard to hear over the crackle of fire, falling debris, and sirens. ""Franco, take Sean up top! Check it out! I got this floor!""<br/><br/>Michael bashed in an apartment door. The head stung, but he moved foreword, like in Iraq. Bullets fly at you, but you move foreword at all costs. ""FDNY!"" Michael yelled. ""I'm here to help!"". Michael heard a moan from somewhere in the apartment. ""Hello!?"" he yelled. Movement caught his gaze, and he saw a little boy, trapped beneath a pile of burning wood. He started screaming as his back caught on fire. Michael darted towards him, bashing through loose wooden pieces from the above floor. He reached the boy, grabbed ahold of the rubble, and lifted as hard as he could, raising the rubble ever so slightly. ""C'mon, bud. Crawl out!"" Michael said, strain in his voice. The boy crawled out, still screaming. Michael released the rubble when the boy was clear, and took off his own fire-proof jacket, putting it over the little boy, which put out the fire. Now, Michael was exposed, wearing nothing but a white 62 Truck T-shirt and the overalls from his fire-proof pants.<br/><br/>Michael picked up the boy and darted down the stairs, coughing painfully. Sean and Franco were already out when Michael emerged from the smoke, the boy in his hands. Michael handed the charred boy to an EMT, coughing viciously. ""Clear"" he coughed."
2811,The Survivors: Post-9/11 (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321068,2014-11-22T19:24:00,Whittington,"<blockquote><div><cite>The NAR <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321068&amp;p=22531081#p22531081"">wrote</a>:</cite>Jessica would see that the truck she was looking at was dented and bruised from debris on that day. Michael and the guys called them ""Battle Scars"". Metal and concrete crashed on her on 9/11, and the guys thought it was important not to forget. Michael and the two others searched through the blazing inferno inside. Explosions rocked the building as they did. ""What the hell is that!?"" yelled Franco. Michael shrugged. ""Guess we'll find out!"". It was hard to hear over the crackle of fire, falling debris, and sirens. ""Franco, take Sean up top! Check it out! I got this floor!""<br/><br/>Michael bashed in an apartment door. The head stung, but he moved foreword, like in Iraq. Bullets fly at you, but you move foreword at all costs. ""FDNY!"" Michael yelled. ""I'm here to help!"". Michael heard a moan from somewhere in the apartment. ""Hello!?"" he yelled. Movement caught his gaze, and he saw a little boy, trapped beneath a pile of burning wood. He started screaming as his back caught on fire. Michael darted towards him, bashing through loose wooden pieces from the above floor. He reached the boy, grabbed ahold of the rubble, and lifted as hard as he could, raising the rubble ever so slightly. ""C'mon, bud. Crawl out!"" Michael said, strain in his voice. The boy crawled out, still screaming. Michael released the rubble when the boy was clear, and took off his own fire-proof jacket, putting it over the little boy, which put out the fire. Now, Michael was exposed, wearing nothing but a white 62 Truck T-shirt and the overalls from his fire-proof pants.<br/><br/>Michael picked up the boy and darted down the stairs, coughing painfully. Sean and Franco were already out when Michael emerged from the smoke, the boy in his hands. Michael handed the charred boy to an EMT, coughing viciously. ""Clear"" he coughed.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>A man walked out of the building with the boy in his hands, the crowd cheered on and clapped. Jessica smiled and clapped as well, glad to see that a member of FDNY was able to save the day. The boy was wrapped in a fireman's jacket and the man carrying him was wearing little to no protection for himself, something that the news and tabloids would surely praise.<br/><br/>Jessica noticed the firefighter who saved the boy was coughing up a storm, luckily there was hot dog stand nearby, so Jessica hurried over and bought some water bottles. She walked over to Truck 62, her arms carrying the water bottles, where the firefighters were gathered and where the man who saved the boy was. Jessica passed out the water to each of he firefighters until she made it to the one who saved the boy.<br/><br/>""Hey, drink some this."" Jessica said to him, handing him the bottle of water. ""A lot of people are going to be talking about you, you're a hero."" She said warmly."
2812,The Survivors: Post-9/11 (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321068,2014-11-22T19:29:00,The NAR,"<blockquote><div><cite>Whittington <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321068&amp;p=22531307#p22531307"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The NAR <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321068&amp;p=22531081#p22531081"">wrote</a>:</cite>Jessica would see that the truck she was looking at was dented and bruised from debris on that day. Michael and the guys called them ""Battle Scars"". Metal and concrete crashed on her on 9/11, and the guys thought it was important not to forget. Michael and the two others searched through the blazing inferno inside. Explosions rocked the building as they did. ""What the hell is that!?"" yelled Franco. Michael shrugged. ""Guess we'll find out!"". It was hard to hear over the crackle of fire, falling debris, and sirens. ""Franco, take Sean up top! Check it out! I got this floor!""<br/><br/>Michael bashed in an apartment door. The head stung, but he moved foreword, like in Iraq. Bullets fly at you, but you move foreword at all costs. ""FDNY!"" Michael yelled. ""I'm here to help!"". Michael heard a moan from somewhere in the apartment. ""Hello!?"" he yelled. Movement caught his gaze, and he saw a little boy, trapped beneath a pile of burning wood. He started screaming as his back caught on fire. Michael darted towards him, bashing through loose wooden pieces from the above floor. He reached the boy, grabbed ahold of the rubble, and lifted as hard as he could, raising the rubble ever so slightly. ""C'mon, bud. Crawl out!"" Michael said, strain in his voice. The boy crawled out, still screaming. Michael released the rubble when the boy was clear, and took off his own fire-proof jacket, putting it over the little boy, which put out the fire. Now, Michael was exposed, wearing nothing but a white 62 Truck T-shirt and the overalls from his fire-proof pants.<br/><br/>Michael picked up the boy and darted down the stairs, coughing painfully. Sean and Franco were already out when Michael emerged from the smoke, the boy in his hands. Michael handed the charred boy to an EMT, coughing viciously. ""Clear"" he coughed.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>A man walked out of the building with the boy in his hands, the crowd cheered on and clapped. Jessica smiled and clapped as well, glad to see that a member of FDNY was able to save the day. The boy was wrapped in a fireman's jacket and the man carrying him was wearing little to no protection for himself, something that the news and tabloids would surely praise.<br/><br/>Jessica noticed the firefighter who saved the boy was coughing up a storm, luckily there was hot dog stand nearby, so Jessica hurried over and bought some water bottles. She walked over to Truck 62, her arms carrying the water bottles, where the firefighters were gathered and where the man who saved the boy was. Jessica passed out the water to each of he firefighters until she made it to the one who saved the boy.<br/><br/>""Hey, drink some this."" Jessica said to him, handing him the bottle of water. ""A lot of people are going to be talking about you, you're a hero."" She said warmly.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>He took the water with a nod, still coughing painfully. Michael was well aware that this was a result of all those weeks at Ground Zero, around that toxic air. He gulped half the bottle down in a couple of second, and the coughing subsided. The water made the dirt and soot on his face run. He screwed the cap back onto the water bottle. ""I'm not a hero"" he said, shaking his head. ""I'm a Fireman"" he finished, sitting down on the side of the truck, then noticing the sweat. He took a good look at the woman and realized how pretty she actually was. If he wasn't so exhausted, he'd say something, but he couldn't right then."
2813,The Survivors: Post-9/11 (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321068,2014-11-22T19:52:00,Whittington,"<blockquote><div><cite>The NAR <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321068&amp;p=22531356#p22531356"">wrote</a>:</cite>He took the water with a nod, still coughing painfully. Michael was well aware that this was a result of all those weeks at Ground Zero, around that toxic air. He gulped half the bottle down in a couple of second, and the coughing subsided. The water made the dirt and soot on his face run. He screwed the cap back onto the water bottle. ""I'm not a hero"" he said, shaking his head. ""I'm a Fireman"" he finished, sitting down on the side of the truck, then noticing the sweat. He took a good look at the woman and realized how pretty she actually was. If he wasn't so exhausted, he'd say something, but he couldn't right then.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""I'm not a hero"". The man said before her. ""I'm a Fireman.""<br/><br/>""You're just being modest."" Jessica replied. ""No mater what you say, the Times is going to call you a hero. You'll be the man who saved the boy from the burning building."" She said with a smile, trying to lighten the mood. Jessica reached into her purse and grabbed a napkin. She leaned against the truck and handed it over to him.<br/><br/>What he said to her resonated with her. Policeman, firemen, those in the military, people often saw them as heroes, they were put on pedestals for their actions, acts of bravery. However they were all always doing their job, so they never saw themselves in such a way. After 9/11 the cops and firefighters who survived the ordeal were given some sort of sainthood by the citizens of New York City.<br/><br/>""Here. I'm Jessica by the way."""
2814,The Survivors: Post-9/11 (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321068,2014-11-22T19:59:00,The NAR,"<blockquote><div><cite>Whittington <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321068&amp;p=22531624#p22531624"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The NAR <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321068&amp;p=22531356#p22531356"">wrote</a>:</cite>He took the water with a nod, still coughing painfully. Michael was well aware that this was a result of all those weeks at Ground Zero, around that toxic air. He gulped half the bottle down in a couple of second, and the coughing subsided. The water made the dirt and soot on his face run. He screwed the cap back onto the water bottle. ""I'm not a hero"" he said, shaking his head. ""I'm a Fireman"" he finished, sitting down on the side of the truck, then noticing the sweat. He took a good look at the woman and realized how pretty she actually was. If he wasn't so exhausted, he'd say something, but he couldn't right then.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""I'm not a hero"". The man said before her. ""I'm a Fireman.""<br/><br/>""You're just being modest."" Jessica replied. ""No mater what you say, the Times is going to call you a hero. You'll be the man who saved the boy from the burning building."" She said with a smile, trying to lighten the mood. Jessica reached into her purse and grabbed a napkin. She leaned against the truck and handed it over to him.<br/><br/>What he said to her resonated with her. Policeman, firemen, those in the military, people often saw them as heroes, they were put on pedestals for their actions, acts of bravery. However they were all always doing their job, so they never saw themselves in such a way. After 9/11 the cops and firefighters who survived the ordeal were given some sort of sainthood by the citizens of New York City. <br/><br/>""Here. I'm Jessica by the way.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Michael took the napkin and wiped some of the grime off of his face. ""Thanks. I'm Michael...""<br/><br/>MEANWHILE WITH THE GUYS...<br/><br/>The crew watched Mike talk to this supermodel chick, their mouths nearly touching the ground. ""I can't fucking believe it"" Sean said. ""That bastard"" said Lou, laughing.<br/><br/>________________<br/>Michael finished cleaning the dirt, then stuffed the napkin in his pocket. ""Yeah, thanks for the compliment, but in our eyes, we're not heroes. It sorta pissed me off when I came back from Iraq and they praised us, but not our dead brothers. Wasn't fair that they died for their country, we didn't, but WE get the love"""
2815,The Survivors: Post-9/11 (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321068,2014-11-22T20:14:00,Whittington,"<blockquote><div><cite>The NAR <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321068&amp;p=22531678#p22531678"">wrote</a>:</cite>Michael took the napkin and wiped some of the grime off of his face. ""Thanks. I'm Michael...""<br/><br/>MEANWHILE WITH THE GUYS...<br/><br/>The crew watched Mike talk to this supermodel chick, their mouths nearly touching the ground. ""I can't fucking believe it"" Sean said. ""That bastard"" said Lou, laughing.<br/><br/>Michael finished cleaning the dirt, then stuffed the napkin in his pocket. ""Yeah, thanks for the compliment, but in our eyes, we're not heroes. It sorta pissed me off when I came back from Iraq and they praised us, but not our dead brothers. Wasn't fair that they died for their country, we didn't, but WE get the love""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Oh...I'm sorry...""Jessica said softly, not really knowing what to say.<br/><br/>It's understandable, what Michael said. One of her friends joined the Army after 9/11 and when he came back, he was different. He never really talked about what happened not did she pry, but she could tell that what happened over there had changed him.<br/><br/>Before Jessica could get another word in, Daniel approached the two. ""Jessica!! Can we go now, we're gonna be late."" He said to her, practically ignoring Michael.<br/><br/>""Fine Michael...."" Jessica said with a bit of attitude.<br/><br/>She reached into her purse and pulled out her wallet and took out of of her cards and handed it to Michael. ""Sorry to cut this short, but here's my card. Give me a call sometime when you're not busy fighting fires. It was nice to meet you Michael."" Jessica said with a smile as she donned her Chanel sunglasses. ""Have a nice day."" she said as she joined Daniel and walked away towards her fitting.<br/><br/>""Who was that?"" Daniel asked as he looked back.<br/><br/>""His name is Michael. His engine was there on 9/11.""<br/><br/>""Ah, I see."" Daniel said as he stared at his Blackberry while still successfully navigating the two down crowded street."
2816,The Survivors: Post-9/11 (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321068,2014-11-22T20:18:00,The NAR,"Michael said ""Goodbye"". When she was gone, he looked at the card, which had her name and phone number. Michael turned to the guys, which were all standing, looking at him, and flipped them the bird with a smile. They chuckled. Michael proceeded to finish putting out the fire..."
2817,The Survivors: Post-9/11 (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321068,2014-11-22T20:32:00,The NAR,"Michael sat on his couch, fresh out of the shower. In nice jeans and a white T-Shirt, Michael watched TV. More specifically, the news, waiting for what they'd say about him. He watched as the news came on, and the story about the fire came up.<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Good Evening, New York. Earlier today, Fire and Medical Personnel arrived on the scene of a fire in Northeast Manhattan. The top three floors of the apartment building were blazing by the time the men from 62 Truck arrived on the scene. Only one person was pulled from the fire: Jacob Hanlon, a 10 year old boy who suffered severe burns. He was pulled out by Firefighter Michael Shepard, who supposedly used his own fire-proof jacket to shield the boy from further burning, thus exposing him to injury. Shepard is then seen rushing out of the building with the boy, coughing heavily. Sadly, Jacob Hanlon passed away due to his burns roughly an hour after being admitted to the hospital. Very, very sad indeed. Still, we thank Fireman Michael She- "" </span></span></div></blockquote><br/><br/>Michael turned off the TV and sat up, running his fingers through his hair in regret and pain. He sighed and stood up, turning off the lights and leaving his apartment..."
2818,The Survivors: Post-9/11 (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321068,2014-11-23T13:51:00,The NAR,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">15 Minutes Later...</span><br/>Michael pulled up next to an old, raggedy home in Queens. He shut off his Chevy S10 and got out, locking the door and proceeded up the old cracked steps. The wooden door was supposed to be a fine red wood, but the paint was peeling off and forming curls. The glass on the window was cracked. Michael took a deep breath and knocked five times, then stood there, waiting in the cold November Day. ""MOM!"" Michael heard from behind the door. ""Someone's at the door!"".<br/><br/>""You get it!"" yelled a woman.<br/><br/>""MOM! Open the fucking door! I'm playing poker!"" the man responded.<br/><br/>The door swung open, and a woman stood before him. Her eyes were baggy, he skin was loose, but she was only 52. She had a cigarette in her mouth, and a beer in her hand. ""What?"" she asked in an angry tone. ""Mom..."" Michael said. ""It's me, Michael"". Her eyes widened as she tossed her cigarette out the door, past Michael. ""Oh. Come in, Mike"". Michael entered the house, which smelled like sex, beer, and B.O. ""Where's William?"" Michael asked. ""Downstairs with his poker buddies"" she answered. Michael nodded and looked toward the basement door. That used to be his room. This house used to be beautiful, but now it was a pig sty. ""How are you, Mom?"" Michael asked.<br/><br/>""Eh"" she answered, gulping down some of her beer. ""Been better, been worse"". Michael nodded.<br/><br/>""Well, I-""<br/><br/>""MOM!"" a voice interrupted, it was William.<br/><br/>""What!?"" his mother yelled back.<br/><br/>""Get me and the guys another round of beers!""<br/><br/>""Fine"" she said, proceeding to the kitchen. I stopped her with a smile. ""I got it"". I went and opened the fridge, that was filled with all different types of beer. The only other thing in there was milk and eggs. Michael grabbed a case of beer and closed the fridge, then walking to the basement door, where he opened the door and took out a beer from the base. When he entered the basement, he leaned over the railing, looking over the dimly lit room, which contained a shitty single bed, a TV, an XBOX, and a Poker Table. ""Bout goddamn time-"" William said before seeing Michael.<br/><br/>""Oh"" William said. ""Guess who decided to drop by randomly. Ever heard of a telephone?"".<br/><br/>""Ever heard of a job?"" Michael responded. Then, Michael threw the beer in his hand. It shattered across the poker table, dousing the players.<br/><br/>""What the fuck was that for!?"" William yelled.<br/><br/>""Everybody out now!"" Michael yelled. Everyone, including William, stood up. ""Not you, asshole"" Michael said to William. As they walked up the steps, Michael smiled like an asshole. ""Bye bye, have a good day!"". When they were gone, Michael walked to William.<br/><br/>""Finally decided to stop by and see your mother, asshole?"" William said.<br/><br/>""I'm sorry, bro. Just been busy fighting fires. You know, since I have a job"".<br/><br/>""Fucking Firefag"" William responded.<br/><br/>WHACK! William crashed back onto the poker table, breaking it. ""Get your shit together! Asshole!"". Michael stormed out, jumped in his car, and sped away."
2819,DIGIMON NS: Awakening [IC/CLOSED],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321106,2014-11-22T23:00:00,Lord Lucemon,"<hr/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""https://encrypted-tbn3.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcRJNqCrhf9D2ovJGVdSvM-3kCwr5K7uUMK-ycRRG_iwxVklVwyn""/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""color: #00BF00"">DIGIMON NS:</span></span> <span style=""color: #FF0000"">Awakening</span></div><hr/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Disclaimer:</span><br/>I do not own Digimon.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Notes:</span><br/>This is a reboot and remastered edition of my Digimon RPs.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Rules:</span><br/>>Choose a (rookie) Digimon that can be looked up on<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://digimon.wikia.com/"" rel=""nofollow"">http://digimon.wikia.com/</a><br/>>Please be able to post at least once per week; however, I would prefer if players post more than that<br/>>We use Digimon Physics<br/>>OP and CO-OP rulings are final<br/>>Standard NS Rules Applied<br/>>More Rules may be added later<hr/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Yggdrasil's Citadel, Infinity Mountain, 23:30 (30 minutes until update)</span><br/>Yggdrasil floated in front of his loyal guardians, the Royal Knights. He said, ""My Royal Knights, I give to you a prophecy. A Darkness disguised as light shall seek to conquer all existence. He shall be one of seven representing the sins from all worlds. The Seven Sins shall defeat the Royal Knights and defeat the Tree of Life. A group of beings shall be called upon from another world to defeat that evil. They shall come in the form of Digimon. If they succeed, the Digital World shall be saved and I shall be resurrected. If they fail, Darkness shall rule all worlds.""<br/><br/>Yggdrasil took a short pause. The Royal Knights started arguing and yelling. Gallantmon said, ""We can't be defeated! My lance and shield are invincible.""<br/><br/>Suddenly, the doors to the Citadel were blown open. A small Angel-Type Digimon walked in. Gallantmon said, ""HA, that is the evil? That is just a rookie, what possibly could he do?"" No sooner had he said that, the Angel called out, ""Devine Foot!"" No sooner had he said that, a sword of light appeared and impaled Gallantmon, going strait through his shield and sticking out of his back. Gallanton then burst into data, which dissipated into nothingness.<br/><br/>""Weak,"" The Angel said, ""He is supposed to be a strong Digimon? Lets see if the other Royal Knights put up more of a fight."" The Citadel was soon filled with many mega level Digimon loyal to the Seven Demon Lords, which were also in the citadel fighting the Royal Knights. Soon, as Beelzemon killed off the last of the Royal Knights, Omnimon, Lucemon walked up to Yggdrasil and said, ""This was your mighty protectors? You are weak and must be replaced."" Lucemon then started absorbing yggdrasil, but stopped after a mighty light was sent into the heavens by Yggdrasil. Yggdrasil then went into a great slumber with a crystal shield appearing around him to protect himself. The last thing that Lucemon heard from Yggdrasil before Yggdrasil went completely to sleep was, ""You shall not prevail, for those from another world shall obtain a form necessary to defeat you.""<br/><br/>Afterwards, the Digital World's update occurred, which he used to twist the world into his image and declare himself God. Lucemon did not know that the light that Yggdrasil had emitted called forth those whom would save the Digital World.<br/><br/>Now, some Humans in the Human world were being called into the Digital World, not as a Human, but as a Digimon.<hr/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Human World, Advertisement</span><br/>""Have you ever wanted to train your own monster? Have you ever wanted to explore a new World? Today is your day, the newest game, Digimon, has just been released. Train your own Digital Monsters and explore the Digital World. Available on all major game systems, and even available for your PC."""
2820,DIGIMON NS: Awakening [IC/CLOSED],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321106,2014-11-24T00:06:00,Amistrinal,"""Have you ever wanted to train your own monster? Have you ever wanted to explore a new World? Today is your day, the newest game, Digimon, has just been released. Train your own Digital Monsters and explore the Digital World. Available on all major game systems, and even available for your PC.""<br/>----------<br/>Jeremy saw the ad. It had just been another average day, walking home from his job at the supermarket, paycheck already cashed. He looked inside the game shop. One guy manning the register, a few people milling around in there. Not enough people there to make some notable scene. He couldn't do it on the job, he'd get reprimanded or fired or something. ""What the heck?"" He thought to himself as he strode into the store, puffing his chest out and raising his head high, grabbing a PC copy of the game as he walked past a rack.<br/>""Excuse me good sir!"" He said, raising his voice as he approached the cashier.<br/>""Yes?"" the man asked, nervously. A new hire that didn't recognize his face, perfect.<br/>""I saw the AD for this digimon game, and would like to ACQUIRE it for my own ends that may or may not be NEFARIOUS!"" the other people in the shop watched the scene in confusion. as he gently slapped the game down on the counter.<br/>""Y-yes sir..."" the cashier said, even more confused as he began ringing up the game. ""Will you be paying with cash or credit?""<br/>""Today, my credit card shall be shouldering the BURDEN of this transaction!"" Jeremy shouted again, swiping his card through the reader. And then again, slower, after flipping his card around from being upside down and backwards.<br/>The cashier finished ringing up the transaction. ""Would you like a bag sir?""<br/>""...a... bag? ...A bag? A BAG?!"" he said, growing more and more angry, before becoming calm in a snap. ""No thank you, I'll just carry it with me.""<br/>""A-alright sir. Have a good day.""<br/>Jeremy exited the store, game in hand. And then popped his head back in. ""The NAME is Jeremy Q. Jericho! Forget it NOT! ...Have a pleasant day, I might return at some point."" And then left for good.<br/>------------------------------------------------------------------------------------<br/>He returned to his apartment about 15 minutes later, chuckling to himself. ""That cashier will not forgot me, bet I gave him a pretty good story to tell for years to come. Hope I meet him again."" He gently opened the packaging, removing the disk and placing the box to the side in case it was needed for future reference. He popped the game into his laptop. In about a second a little box popped up saying ""Beginning install"" and 5 seconds later (Exactly 5, he started timing it once the box popped up) another came up the said ""Install Complete"".<br/>""Dang, that was fast."" He said to himself, and started the program up. Appeared quickly, full screen automatically. ""Nice graphics"" he thought to himself. It took him right into Digimon selection. He looked through them. ""Boring, Boring, Generic, Gross, Ew, Very Ew, Need to scrub my eyes out later, Stereotypical, Didn't I see that thing already, kinda funny looking..."" he continued on through the list, before arriving at the perfect candidate. ""Is that... a chicken... with a sword...? Yeah, that's awesome. Hyokomon, huh? Odd name."" He selected it in a heartbeat. And then another message popped up. ""Thank you for your selection. Prepare to enter the Digital World!""<br/>Jeremy sighed to himself. ""Pretty stereotypical, how many things use-"" he was cut off by a bright flash from his screen, and he felt himself becoming pulled in. ""OHGOSHWHATTHE-"" and he vanished."
2821,DIGIMON NS: Awakening [IC/CLOSED],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321106,2014-11-24T21:40:00,Cainesland,"<del>To be edited into later on.</del><br/><br/>""Can't go there, horse'll kill you"" I said as my opponent moved their king. ""Not there either, Rook"". The opponent had a calm face on but I imagine inside he's sweating daisies. He moved the king back a space for it to live. I move my queen to the left. The looks opponent got worried, he had more units sure, a bishop, 2 rooks, a horse, 4 pawns and a king, but none would do him any good if the only unit that would be able to move was the king who's in check. He moved the king one unit to the right. I move my queen diagonally to where his rook would've been on his right corner. ""Chec-"" I begin but he cuts me off with a sigh ""Check mate. Well, Good game."" ""Good game"" we shake hands and with a smile we part ways. Looking around while I pack up the chess game I can see the gathering area of the school. Tables wiped down and stacked on top of each other. I feel a buzzing in my pocket, <I wonder who it could be I silently inquire to myself>. The game was half packed up but I slipped my hand into my right pocket and pulled out my green iPhone 5c. <K moms here I'll finish packing and go> I think to myself. When the game was finished being packed up I walked upstairs, chess game in hand, ""See ya Monday Michael"" I called to my friend mike with whom I'd been playing chess 5 minutes earlier. ""Yep, see you Don"" he called back. I saw my mom standing at the door. ""Hi mom"" I called ""Hi sweatie, let's go"" she said. ""Who's that you were talking too?"" ""Oh that was mike"" she looked confused ""the guy I play chess with after school"" she still looked confused ""mikes the one I've been talking about a lot for getting that bullseye on the range ftx in army cadets."" She started getting recollection ""oh mike, ya I got you"" ""thanks, can mike come over today?"" ""I don't know what will you do?"" ""I don't know probably play some black ops and digimon board game"" ""ok sure and speaking of digimon I got a surprise at home for you"". I couldn't wait and ran to the 2012 platinum f-150 my mom drives. Upon getting in I took my phone out and texted mike ""Mike did you wanna hang out today?"" He immediately texted back ""sure"" so I after asking for permission texted him back asking if he'd like a ride and mike said that he'd love to come.<br/><br/>We drove home and upon arriving did just what I'd expected, we played a little modern warfare 2 and he powned with the dual workd m1867, I pawned with a combo of shooting with m16 and grenades, of course the occasional nube tube got people online upset. Lasted with the excitement still up we had a water gun fight and after we calmed down with digimon the board game. I took tk and patomon, I could relate to him and izzy. At the end of the game I asked if he wanted to sleep over as it was getting late and he rejected that. It was around 6:30 when he was going to leave so first we got into a costume and had a picture as we usually did as a humorous recurring event. With my friend gone my mom looked at me, I looked at her in anticipation, she gave me the game and I thanked her continuously. Then did my chores. Everything was put away and cleaned up.<br/><br/>I ran to my room. There were chess pieces and other mythological figures on the computer table. A tiger skin rug on the ground in front of the door inside my room. Walking over I sat down on a chair inserting it into the drive compact disc drive I watched as the screen popped up with a message asking to install. I clicked yes and suddenly my mom called up ""sweatie, were going to be away for a few hours, you sure you don't want to come?"" She called ""where you going mom?"" I asked, yelling three my bedroom door to the main floor. ""Were going shopping then a trip to the rv park for the weekend."" ""Ya I'm sure mom, have a great time"" ""you too honey"" she said. My dad followed her out to the car and I could him yell ""we have our cells if you need anything"" and before I could say ok, I heard the door lock.<br/><br/>Turning my attention back to the computer I saw it say on the screen ""install complete"" <hmm that's fast> ""please choose your digimon"" I saw commandromon first, then pawnchessmon, then I saw patomon, izzys digimon, the digimon that digivolves to mikemon, the clock like rookie digimon, a ghostly rookie and finally a bear digimon. They all looked good so I did Enie meanie miny mo, catch a tiger by the toe, if he Hollers let him go, Enie meanie miny mo. My mother said to pick the very best one and you are not it. He did that numerous times till he came to commandromon and pawnchessmon. Finally he clicked commandromon and the game displayed ""good choice. Welcome to the digital world"". A bright flash of light engulfed him and soon he blacked out."
2822,DIGIMON NS: Awakening [IC/CLOSED],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321106,2014-12-02T16:57:00,Cainesland,"'Ugh' I groaned as I slowly awoke. My face feels iritted as hundreds of unknown objects poked at it. Something with a rough texture was touching my left hand and seething smoother was wrapped in my right hand. Slowly opening my eyes I saw a Mat of green (grass) before me, poking at me. An M16 was touching my right hand and leaning against the tree that my left hand is touching. My khaki bush jacket and trousers are on, but I something odd. Moving my hand to my arm I notice 2 things. 1) my arm has blue reptilian looking skin and is slightly shorter and 2) my hand is no longer human and has claws and blue reptilian skin as well.<br/><br/>Slowly I got to my feat. Looking down I saw what had been human feet mere moments ago by my recollection, but very well could've been while hours ago, were clawed, blue reptilian feet as well. Or I guessed they were clawed, white spat covered boots covered them. Picking up what I assumed to be my rifle, I also went to feet of my glasses. To my surprise they were gone, replaced in feel by a cold ping of metal as my claw touched metal, and a monocle shifted. This wall a lot to take in at once. Raising my clawed hand to feel the top of my head I noticed that it too felt very reptilian, at least until I felt a thud as my hand came to a grinding halt when it came to my pith hat on top. Looking down it occurred to me that over my human clothes was the digimon images. A flak jacket sat over the bush jacket among other added features. A drill cane was against the tree as well. Looking back down I could see the grass I had been lying in and a puddle near by from a recent shower (rain). Walking over I looked myself over, examing the changes. It suddenly became very clear, I quite literally was transformed into a commandramon. I am now physiqly a commandromon and I think this may take some getting used to. From the distance I can here a new voice. Suddenly another commandramon walks over, comes to attention, salutes and upon my reciprocation of the salute he began to talk ""Csm the Rsm wishes to speak to you"". ""Very good"" I looked over his uniform, recognized a rank and continued ""sergeant, did he tell you where he wished me to meet him?"" ""His office Csm"" ""thank you, carry on"" ""sir"" he nodded, came to attention, saluted, and upon my reciprocation took a right turn and left."
2823,DIGIMON NS: Awakening [IC/CLOSED],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321106,2014-12-06T15:41:00,Quavv,"Imani Palamalu is a 16 year old girl living in Maui, Hawaii. She recently bought the new Digimon game and is in her bedroom installing it. Imani doesn't have any friends and gets her sense of belonging from online gaming communities. Once the download was complete, Imani was transported into the digital world.<br/><br/>""Ughhhhh...what happened?"" she asked herself. She looked around and quickly noticed she wasn't in her room anymore and that she was in Renamon's body. ""What the?! I'm Renamon!"" she exclaimed. Although she had no idea how, it was clear that she had some how been transported into the Digital world and became a Digimon."
2824,DIGIMON NS: Awakening [IC/CLOSED],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321106,2015-01-14T23:30:00,Amistrinal,"""-GAH!"" Jeremy shouted into the air as he came to. He felt grass under his hands. Wait, they weren't hands. he didn't have proper hands any more. He had... wings? Not normal wings, they weren't the right shape, he couldn't fly with them. And there was something poking into his back, right through his shell... wait, what? Shell? He stood up onto his feet, barely noticing that they were orange and resembling duck feet. Jeremy truly noticed it a few second later, marveling over them. He then got back to the situation at hand, examining the eggshell that contained his torso. He curled a wing up unconsciously and knocked on it. ""Pretty sturdy."" he said out loud to no one in particular. And then unfurled his small wing at being able to clench it into a fist, before testing it a while.<br/>""Wait a minute...""<br/>He remembered what had happened, the Hyokomon he had selected for his partner. Little wings, orange feet, eggshell, swo-<br/>He grabbed with one wing over his head and grabbed onto a sheath.<br/>""Sword."" Jeremy said, confirming the reality in his mind. He withdrew the blade and examined it. Short, but given his size it wasn't surprising. He touched the side, and confirmed it doubly that it existed. ""Sword. Huh.""<br/>That was when he began to take stock of his surroundings. Small clearing in a forest. Not irregular for a game.<br/>For a game.<br/>Oh no.<br/>Oh nonono.<br/>Nope.<br/>No.<br/>Please no.<br/>Jeremy checked over his memories again. White flash, that message that he was about to enter the digital world.<br/>""That wasn't supposed to be real!"" he shouted at the sky, clutching his head. Alright, survival situation in an unfamiliar world of a video game. Priorities had to be taken. Granted, he was feeling thirsty, so he decided to find some water first. He walked through the forest that surrounded him after sheathing it. He didn't know how sharp that thing was, he didn't want to slice something by turning around. Jeremy came across a lake, and bent down, drinking the water in with his beak. He had a beak. All in all, not the strangest thing today.<br/>""Hey you! Stop drinking from my lake!"" a voice came from behind.<br/>Jeremy was surprised, and turned around. His hopes for humanity were dashed, when he saw that it was a digimon. ""Who the heck are you?""<br/>""Me? I'm Otamamon! The better question is who the heck are you, waltzing in like you own the place and drinking from my lake!""<br/>""Well, I didn't know it was your lake! It's not like there's a sign up!""<br/>The Otamamon pointed to a signpost on the other side of the lake, facing away from the rest of it.<br/>""Well it's not like I could see it."" Jeremy said casually.<br/>""Still, you drank from my lake. What are you going to do about it, huh?"" The otamamon shot back.<br/>""...would an apology settle things?"""
2825,DIGIMON NS: Awakening [IC/CLOSED],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321106,2015-01-15T23:56:00,Cainesland,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Cainesland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321106&amp;p=22655258#p22655258"">wrote</a>:</cite>'Ugh' I groaned as I slowly awoke. My face feels iritted as hundreds of unknown objects poked at it. Something with a rough texture was touching my left hand and seething smoother was wrapped in my right hand. Slowly opening my eyes I saw a Mat of green (grass) before me, poking at me. An M16 was touching my right hand and leaning against the tree that my left hand is touching. My khaki bush jacket and trousers are on, but I something odd. Moving my hand to my arm I notice 2 things. 1) my arm has blue reptilian looking skin and is slightly shorter and 2) my hand is no longer human and has claws and blue reptilian skin as well. <br/><br/>Slowly I got to my feat. Looking down I saw what had been human feet mere moments ago by my recollection, but very well could've been while hours ago, were clawed, blue reptilian feet as well. Or I guessed they were clawed, white spat covered boots covered them. Picking up what I assumed to be my rifle, I also went to feet of my glasses. To my surprise they were gone, replaced in feel by a cold ping of metal as my claw touched metal, and a monocle shifted. This wall a lot to take in at once. Raising my clawed hand to feel the top of my head I noticed that it too felt very reptilian, at least until I felt a thud as my hand came to a grinding halt when it came to my pith hat on top. Looking down it occurred to me that over my human clothes was the digimon images. A flak jacket sat over the bush jacket among other added features. A drill cane was against the tree as well. Looking back down I could see the grass I had been lying in and a puddle near by from a recent shower (rain). Walking over I looked myself over, examing the changes. It suddenly became very clear, I quite literally was transformed into a commandramon. I am now physiqly a commandromon and I think this may take some getting used to. From the distance I can here a new voice. Suddenly another commandramon walks over, comes to attention, salutes and upon my reciprocation of the salute he began to talk ""Csm the Rsm wishes to speak to you"". ""Very good"" I looked over his uniform, recognized a rank and continued ""sergeant, did he tell you where he wished me to meet him?"" ""His office Csm"" ""thank you, carry on"" ""sir"" he nodded, came to attention, saluted, and upon my reciprocation took a right turn and left.</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/>The sun beat down on the ash-fault parade square as I walked upon it toward the RSM in the officers quarters. Knocking 3 times on the wooden door with the iron knocker that took the form of what appeared to be a dragons head I heard a gruff voice tell me to come in. ""CSM Maine good to see you. Please sit down"" the Csm said, speaking pleasantly as if he knew me for awhile, yet with that same military tone I'd know from cadets and call of duty. I closed the door and sat down on a chair that had obviously not been designed for a human, as for starters It had a tail sized hole at the back to compensate. ""I understand you will be taking an extended leave of absence Maine, and I wanted to see you one last time before you go"" the Rsm said, meanwhile I was very confused. Questions ran through my reptilian head like, <is this real?>. The Rsm continued. ""Im not sure if you'll be with us again when you return or if you'll return so I wanted to thank you for your many years of service. If I don't see you again I'd like to wish you the best in the future."" The RSM continued and continued speaking for another 2 or 3 minutes before concluding by saying ""Anyway we've held your goodbye ceremony Maine. Proud may go now. Goodbye"" he reached across the table and I shook his hand, wishing him the best in his future affairs myself with the raspy reptilian voice I now possessed. I stood up and left the officers quarters. Looking around there was a porch with his belongings stacked on the right side of the Porch. Beyond the porch way a forest that surrounded the parade square in front of the officers quarters. I grabbed my kit bag, strapped it on my back, and slung my other bags over my shoulders above my tail before going on the extended leave of paid a sense that the Rsm spoke of. I said more than a few goodbyes to the other Commanddramon stationed at the military looking base on the parade square before waltzing into the forest, ready for whatever digimon adventures come my way."
2826,DIGIMON NS: Awakening [IC/CLOSED],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321106,2015-01-18T09:02:00,Cainesland,"Walking through the woods the commandramon known as Donald Maine looked up at the canopy as sunlight permeated through the foliage. His new reptilian claws where his feet had been enjoyed the moist, cool sensation provided by the damp soil on his claws. The lake was just ahead of him, down a steep rolling redwood covered hill that emptied out into a sandy beach with rolling waves that bounced off the shoreline. While standing on the shore Dons excellent commandromon eyesight came to show Commanding Sergeant Major Maine an odd sight. Beyond him in the right side of the lake stood a digimon he didn't recognize yelling at another that a minute earlier was drinking from the lake whom had a facial expression that his new instincts were telling him was a look of utter confusion. Don decided to walk along the burning sand to the confused digimon and offer him some water from his canteen given that he was in trouble for drinking from the lake directly.<br/><br/>With his rifles slimmed over his shoulder with the safety on, Donald approached the Shell covered duck thing, stepping over the beach and it's wet rocks, quite surprised how much less it hurt his tough reptilian draconian feet than it would his exposed soft mammalian human feet. His tail dragged behind him while he walked, both covering his tracks and creating a new one in the form of a straight line."
2827,DIGIMON NS: Awakening [IC/CLOSED],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321106,2015-01-20T09:14:00,Amistrinal,"""Alright fine. You didn't know, you didn't even know what kind of digimon I am. You also approached a lake from the completely wrong direction, guess I can't really fault you for that."" The Otamamon said, walking forwards. ""I can excuse it this once. So who are you anyways?""<br/>""My name is Je-"" he was cut off by another approaching digimon, a reptilian fellow with a rifle on his back.<br/>Donald Maine walked up on the conversation between the chicken in the eggshell and the other digimon across the lake, a digivice attached to a belt on his waist. As he approached the chicken started to say his name ""Je-"". Donald heard him stop just as he approached. Cautiously Don spoke up ""My name is Don, err - Commandramon. Do you know where this is?""<br/>""Wait, you stopped yourself... Game, fast download, white flash?"" Jeremy had to know, if there was somebody else.<br/>Don was surprised and replied a moment later. ""Umm Game? Oh ya the game. One moment I was home and the next I'm a lizard. My name is Donald, What's yours?""<br/>""Jeremy normally. My name here, or at least the name for my species of digimon, is Hyokomon. I have a sword. Oh, and this is Otamamon."" Jeremy said.<br/>""Nice to meet you both. I appeared not far from here and apparently am the CSM of the army base above the hill behind us, and am going on an extended leave. So I suppose I should get a move on. Did you two want to come with me and find out what's going on around here?""<br/>Jeremy shrugged, as best he could with his wings. ""Better than standing around here doing nothing. Besides, something tells me I won't be getting too much practice with this sword in this area."" He drew he blade and looked over it happily. ""Otamamon, you want to come with us?""<br/>Otamamon considered this for a moment. She didn't do much around her lake, just protect it and put up the sign and gather info...<br/>""Yeah, lets go. Not like important stuff was happening anyway. Just give me a minute."" She ducked under the water for 54 seconds (give or take, Jeremy didn't have a stopwatch on him) and then came back up. ""Alright, I'm ready to go. So, which direction?""<br/>Jeremy thought for a moment, before pointing his sword in the direction of the signpost, on the other side of the lake. ""That way! Of course, going around the lake.""<br/>And so, the three of them set off, to further adventures. Probably."
2828,DIGIMON NS: Awakening [IC/CLOSED],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321106,2015-01-29T15:36:00,Lord Lucemon,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lucemon's Thrown Room</span><br/>Lucemon was sitting on his thrown, when he felt a disturbance. He said, ""I sense a disturbance in my land. I must find out what it is. ANGEMON! Find out what is causing my uneasy feeling. Search the Digital World for those causing the disturbance. They may be from another world. Also, I shall alert the other six Demon Lords and tell them to keep up their guard.""<br/><br/>""Yes, Sir!"" a voice in the shadows of the room said. Angemon came out of the shadows to fulfill his lord's assigned task.<br/><br/>Lucemon went over to a dark room in his fortress. Suddenly, ghost-like images of the Demon Lords appeared. Daemon spoke first, ""What do you want Lucemon? I was enjoying the torture of those rookie Digimon.""<br/><br/>Lucemon replied, ""I believe that those foretold by Yggdrasil have arrived. I need you to search for anything out of the ordinary. We can not allow my...I mean our paradise to be destroyed.""<br/><br/>Beelzemon said, ""Finally, some action! I have been bored with our usual prey. By the way, how is your little project going?""<br/><br/>""Good,"" Lucemon said, ""I estimate that, given some more time, I shall be able to expand my, uh our, empire to all realms, not just our digital one."""
2829,DIGIMON NS: Awakening [IC/CLOSED],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321106,2015-02-26T20:50:00,Cainesland,"Donald Maine took the first meaningful steps of the rest of his digimon life at that moment with his new comrades... for better or for worse. His tail swayed behind him; the feeling of the winds on his tail still being a relatively new feeling on him. His 3 toed footprints dug themselves in the sun dried sand that surrounded the lake and had his tracks ranging around the lake to the hill below the army base. The feeling of the morning sun on his scaly hide was very nice to him despite only warning on on his arms due to his vest, regardless his scales were intriguing and a feeling that'd take some getting used too. The m16 in his arms hung around him by a strap and was carried in an over the shoulder manner so as to not risk harm to the 2 folks besides him to his right.<br/><br/>The early morning sun brought down its artificial rays of sun on the forest beside them that lined the lake; a shadow overhanging the forest providing lots of dark shade to the forest as if towards them from perusing their journey but a vast field of welcoming sunlight presented itself to the lake and beaches all the way to the forests edge, as if to dissuade them from perusing their quest by encouraging procrastination with perfect weather. ""Looks like we'd best get going then"" Donald Maine said, responding to Hyokomon's statement. He enjoyed the feeling the hot sand was having on his talons and the weight of the m16 against his short firearms and big reptilian shoulders. Don pointed forward with his pointer talon, motioning in the direction he agreed they'd best be going to. As he walked forward with the 2 others he began to take note of the increased sensory facets he had now, his sight, smell, and hearing were all better. The feeling of cool morning air on his new sparkling white reptilian teeth were legendary. Turning to Jeremy while walking Donald asked ""So Jeremy, why did you buy the game? Why are you here?""."
2830,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222,2014-11-23T19:18:00,Togeria,"OOC:<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321221&amp;p=22543854#p22543854"" rel=""nofollow"">http://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321221&amp;p=22543854#p22543854</a><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">1909</span><br/>The world is on edge of history, it seems progress and opportunity is at every corner, but something is wrong? The world powers are at each other's throat trying to get ahead of each other, it seems something big is about happen.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">INDIA</span><br/>The nationalist movement slowly spreads as the country wishes to break itself from the shackles of the UK. A book about India's culture is written, it spreads patriotism through the country. They want independence."
2831,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222,2014-11-23T19:33:00,The New Socialist Empire,"The British spread counter propaganda through India as well as investing in the region, building new roads and introducing welfare reforms recently introduced in Britain like pensions and unemployment benefit. The current liberal government appeals a lot to the Indians and Lloyd George himself prepares a trip to India to maintain its loyalty"
2832,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222,2014-11-23T19:34:00,Communist Volkstrad,The Austro-Hungarian Empire will remain neutral for now.
2833,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222,2014-11-23T19:37:00,The New Socialist Empire,"The Russian Empire was shocked today by the death of renowned mystic Rasputin. Rasputin was found deadin the street after being killed in a bar fight, her majesty, the Tsarina Alexandra is said to be distraught at the sad news."
2834,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222,2014-11-23T19:39:00,SECP,"Germany is now raising more jobs by opening more factories that produce coal, iron,steel,and some chemicals. We also are connecting the whole country by building railways to every major city/factory."
2835,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222,2014-11-23T19:39:00,Togeria,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">INDIA</span><br/>The feeling of independence dies down, but does not disappear completely. A new group called the nationalist form, their goal is to secure Indian independence. They rally outside of a British embassy, as they tell of the American and Scottish wars of independence. They tell of how they fought and beat impossible odds."
2836,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222,2014-11-23T19:41:00,Communist Volkstrad,Austria-Hungary has begun purchasing weapons and raw materials.
2837,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222,2014-11-23T19:43:00,The New Socialist Empire,"Britain is today instituting a new step in the development of the Dreadnought Battleship, commissioning a further 2 to be completed before the end of the year.<br/>In India protestors are arrested outside the embassy and deported to a prison in Egypt where they will help to build the Great Egyptian Railway."
2838,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222,2014-11-23T19:43:00,SECP,Germany supports India's independence. We will give India full support if war is declared. So we tell britain GIVE THEM THEIR FREEDOM.
2839,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222,2014-11-23T19:44:00,Communist Volkstrad,"After hearing Germany's opinion, Austria-Hungary has decided to also support Indian Independence."
2840,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222,2014-11-23T19:46:00,SECP,"<blockquote><div><cite>Communist Volkstrad <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22544346#p22544346"">wrote</a>:</cite>Austria-Hungary has begun purchasing weapons and raw materials.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>We will sell u weapons and materials we just opened 100's of factories to produce such things."
2841,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222,2014-11-23T19:46:00,Badassistanian,Switzerland begins to develop defensive barriers on the borders and votes for Indian independence
2842,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222,2014-11-23T19:47:00,Communist Volkstrad,"<blockquote><div><cite>SECP <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22544391#p22544391"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Communist Volkstrad <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22544346#p22544346"">wrote</a>:</cite>Austria-Hungary has begun purchasing weapons and raw materials.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>We will sell u weapons and materials we just opened 100's of factories to produce such things.</div></blockquote><br/>We'll buy it from you."
2843,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222,2014-11-23T19:49:00,Badassistanian,Switzerland is looking for arms and will pay top dollar
2844,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222,2014-11-23T19:50:00,Togeria,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">India</span><br/>As word spreads of two great empires ready to help India, patriotism spreads high. Militias form and the Indian Central Government is created. They go and form their own laws without British consent, as their are some stories of Indian militias engaging British soldiers. Some Indian soldiers with the British quit to join the movement for independence. Even still some people support the British.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Japan</span><br/>Japan hears word of India, they contemplate. If they help India the country will be in their debt, and they can take territory from the UK."
2845,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222,2014-11-23T19:52:00,SECP,"<blockquote><div><cite>Communist Volkstrad <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22544412#p22544412"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>SECP <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22544391#p22544391"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>We will sell u weapons and materials we just opened 100's of factories to produce such things.</div></blockquote><br/>We'll buy it from you.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Does anyone want to buy from germany. We already have one buyer."
2846,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222,2014-11-23T19:56:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>SECP <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22544460#p22544460"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Communist Volkstrad <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22544412#p22544412"">wrote</a>:</cite>We'll buy it from you.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Does anyone want to buy from germany. We already have one buyer.</div></blockquote><br/>we will"
2847,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222,2014-11-23T19:57:00,Syndikat,France becomes wary of the growing military power in Germany and Austria-Hungary.
2848,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222,2014-11-23T19:57:00,Communist Volkstrad,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bulgaria</span><br/>The King of Bulgaria has concluded to support Indian Independence. They will also purchase from the Germans."
2849,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222,2014-11-23T19:58:00,Badassistanian,Switzerland wishes France stays neutral
2850,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222,2014-11-23T20:00:00,Syndikat,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22544510#p22544510"">wrote</a>:</cite>Switzerland wishes France stays neutral</div></blockquote><br/><br/>France will not be taking any action at this time. Keeping an eye on what's happening around you doesn't hurt."
2851,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222,2014-11-23T20:02:00,SECP,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22544428#p22544428"">wrote</a>:</cite>Switzerland is looking for arms and will pay top dollar</div></blockquote><br/><br/>We'll sell to you. We got the (Infantry weapons) Mondragón rifle, Gewehr 98, Mauser C96, Gewehr 1888,Luger pistol. (M guns) MG 08 and the Maxim gun. Also the Albatros D.II and Albatros D.III (aircraft)."
2852,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222,2014-11-23T20:07:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>SECP <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22544549#p22544549"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22544428#p22544428"">wrote</a>:</cite>Switzerland is looking for arms and will pay top dollar</div></blockquote><br/><br/>We'll sell to you. We got the (Infantry weapons) Mondragón rifle, Gewehr 98, Mauser C96, Gewehr 1888,Luger pistol. (M guns) MG 08 and the Maxim gun. Also the Albatros D.II and Albatros D.III (aircraft).</div></blockquote><br/>I need standard infantry arms enough for my army and do you sell aa guns"
2853,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222,2014-11-23T20:10:00,Badassistanian,Switzerland sends delegates to London to push for Indian independence
2854,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222,2014-11-23T20:18:00,The New Socialist Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Communist Volkstrad <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22544369#p22544369"">wrote</a>:</cite>After hearing Germany's opinion, Austria-Hungary has decided to also support Indian Independence.</div></blockquote><br/>Chancellor of the Exchequer, Lloyd George decries the Austro-Hungarain empire as""Great Hypocrites, They dare to claim we are oppressing the Indians whilst they rule over the Serbians with an Iron Fist. The people of British India live fine lives under benevolent leadership and enjoy every benefit and right as a citizen of the UK.""<br/>Following this speech several new seats of parliament have been created where Indian mps may sit and deliberate upon laws along with the Mps of other Colonial Nations. The British Empire is calling for support from the french in return for an alliance. It warns france that its own colonies may be at risk<br/>OOC: Sorry, internet went down"
2855,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=25,2014-11-23T20:21:00,The New Socialist Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22544623#p22544623"">wrote</a>:</cite>Switzerland sends delegates to London to push for Indian independence</div></blockquote><br/>The British Government responds by saying that if India were granted Independence it would end in disaster. the country would be bankrupted from teh getgo and from there would most likely be invaded, conquered and oppressed by the Ottoman Empire. Ultimately the British Government does not consider India or its people separate but part of our people and our nation."
2856,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=25,2014-11-23T20:25:00,Togeria,"Few Indians support the new structure, while many now disagree. Now India feels Britain has overstayed their welcome. The Indian Central Government request Britain leaves the country while they form their republic. The Indian government has listed militias, and created a constitution with a Declaration of Independence. Many Indians in parliament fight for India to be a republic.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Japan</span><br/>Japan officially request India as a separate country, and ask for other countries to do so. The reason for this is to incite a war, if the British are distracted in India they can swoop down and take their colonies in Eastern Asia."
2857,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=25,2014-11-23T20:27:00,Badassistanian,The delegates in London warn Britain that its empire is getting to big and will crumble under its own weight by letting India free this problem would be resolved you would also be known as a great country for letting them go
2858,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=25,2014-11-23T20:32:00,The New Socialist Empire,"The British Empire remains unite in opposition to Indian Independence<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Russia</span><br/>The Russian Government has declared its opposition to Indian Independence, but is supporting Bosnian independence form the Austro-Hungarians calling conditions in the country oppressive and horrific. The Government has also begun a mass modernization campaign within the nation, leading to a far more formidable Russia. More Factories, More Railways and More Jobs."
2859,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=25,2014-11-23T20:34:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Socialist Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22544920#p22544920"">wrote</a>:</cite>The British Empire remains unite in opposition to Indian Independence<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Russia</span><br/>The Russian Government has declared its opposition to Indian Independence, but is supporting Bosnian independence form the Austro-Hungarians calling conditions in the country oppressive and horrific. The Government has also begun a mass modernization campaign within the nation, leading to a far more formidable Russia. More Factories, More Railways and More Jobs.</div></blockquote><br/>the delegates wich to build an embassy in britain"
2860,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=25,2014-11-23T20:34:00,The New Socialist Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22544849#p22544849"">wrote</a>:</cite>The delegates in London warn Britain that its empire is getting to big and will crumble under its own weight by letting India free this problem would be resolved you would also be known as a great country for letting them go</div></blockquote>Letting India go would not be fair to the people of India. if independence is granted then there nation is doomed. Its collapse is inevitable in its present state and Britain is doing nothing wrong. The Indian people have all the rights they could demand and more. this attempt at independence is little more than irrational nationalism."
2861,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=25,2014-11-23T20:35:00,The New Socialist Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22544939#p22544939"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The New Socialist Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22544920#p22544920"">wrote</a>:</cite>The British Empire remains unite in opposition to Indian Independence<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Russia</span><br/>The Russian Government has declared its opposition to Indian Independence, but is supporting Bosnian independence form the Austro-Hungarians calling conditions in the country oppressive and horrific. The Government has also begun a mass modernization campaign within the nation, leading to a far more formidable Russia. More Factories, More Railways and More Jobs.</div></blockquote><br/>the delegates wich to build an embassy in britain</div></blockquote><br/>An embassy already exists"
2862,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=25,2014-11-23T20:36:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Socialist Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22544960#p22544960"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22544939#p22544939"">wrote</a>:</cite>the delegates wich to build an embassy in britain</div></blockquote><br/>An embassy already exists</div></blockquote><br/>the Swedish king face palms at his own stupidity and brings the delegates back home"
2863,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=25,2014-11-23T20:38:00,The New Socialist Empire,"Russian Modernisation has begun and already people have begun more power be given to the Duma. The British urge the Tsar listen to the concerns of his people<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">India</span><br/>Elections have finished and Indian politicians have overwhelmingly elected Liberal Politicians to their seats in Parliament. The majority of people remain happy under British rule."
2864,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=25,2014-11-23T20:39:00,Togeria,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">MAJOR EVENT-INDIA</span><br/>British officers were doing daily drills in the city of Jeipur when Indian militias ambushed, and killed the officers. It was a guerrilla attack, the country is splitting between two faction the loyalist and the Nationalist. Word has sent to Britain, along with a draft formally declaring Indian independence."
2865,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=25,2014-11-23T20:41:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22545016#p22545016"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">MAJOR EVENT-INDIA</span><br/>British officers were doing daily drills in the city of Jeipur when Indian militias ambushed, and killed the officers. It was a guerrilla attack, the country is splitting between two faction the loyalist and the Nationalist. Word has sent to Britain, along with a draft formally declaring Indian independence.</div></blockquote><br/>if India is freed Switzerland offers military support to india"
2866,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=25,2014-11-23T20:43:00,The New Socialist Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22544987#p22544987"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The New Socialist Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22544960#p22544960"">wrote</a>:</cite>An embassy already exists</div></blockquote><br/>the Swedish king face palms at his own stupidity and brings the delegates back home</div></blockquote><br/>Swiss not swedish<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">India</span><br/>Britain shows evidence for Independence Movement being a small minority and that these demands will not be met. The British are sending forces to the North to quell rebellion whilst the south remains relatively secure. The British however in a surprise move grant Independence to the very northern states and quickly display the anarchy that ensues. people begin to starve in the far north."
2867,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=25,2014-11-23T20:44:00,The New Socialist Empire,Britain orders that all Indians who desire Independence to give a logical argument for Independence to avoid their own destruction.
2868,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=25,2014-11-23T20:45:00,Togeria,"The entirety of India sends a telegram to Britain. They wish to elect their own chairman, government, and govern themselves. In return they will remain loyal to the crown, and fight for the military."
2869,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=25,2014-11-23T20:46:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Socialist Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22545068#p22545068"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22544987#p22544987"">wrote</a>:</cite>the Swedish king face palms at his own stupidity and brings the delegates back home</div></blockquote><br/>Swiss not swedish<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">India</span><br/>Britain shows evidence for Independence Movement being a small minority and that these demands will not be met. The British are sending forces to the North to quell rebellion whilst the south remains relatively secure. The British however in a surprise move grant Independence to the very northern states and quickly display the anarchy that ensues. people begin to starve in the far north.</div></blockquote><br/>the Swiss king has been diagnosed with a damaged brain the injury happened a while ago and has just now been diagnosed so he has stepped down his son now controls switzerland"
2870,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=25,2014-11-23T20:59:00,Syndikat,"France is now officially in support of British rule in India, and accepts this new alliance with the UK.<br/><br/>[OOC: Sorry I was gone there, I was watching the Walking Dead.]"
2871,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=25,2014-11-23T21:17:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Syndikat <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22545246#p22545246"">wrote</a>:</cite>France is now officially in support of British rule in India, and accepts this new alliance with the UK.<br/><br/>[OOC: Sorry I was gone there, I was watching the Walking Dead.]</div></blockquote><br/>I wish for you to still stay neutral I am now watching your moves I also call on Germany for an allience and I have finished the defensive barriers<br/><br/>OOC:think of my border like the DMZ its pretty tight but we still allow tourism the border is just a defensive measure"
2872,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=25,2014-11-23T21:32:00,Syndikat,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22545420#p22545420"">wrote</a>:</cite>I wish for you to still stay neutral I am now watching your moves I also call on Germany for an allience</div></blockquote><br/><br/>I'm afraid that I cannot stand idly by whilst a military power grows rapidly just to my east. Alliances will be necessary."
2873,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=25,2014-11-23T21:37:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Syndikat <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22545564#p22545564"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22545420#p22545420"">wrote</a>:</cite>I wish for you to still stay neutral I am now watching your moves I also call on Germany for an allience</div></blockquote><br/><br/>I'm afraid that I cannot stand idly by whilst a military power grows rapidly just to my east. Alliances will be necessary.</div></blockquote><br/>very well once again I ask for an alliance with germany"
2874,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=25,2014-11-24T06:13:00,SECP,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22545603#p22545603"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Syndikat <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22545564#p22545564"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>I'm afraid that I cannot stand idly by whilst a military power grows rapidly just to my east. Alliances will be necessary.</div></blockquote><br/>very well once again I ask for an alliance with germany</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Sorry had to go to bed and Germany accepts the alliance between Switzerland and Germany may this bring a new era of peace and prosperity."
2875,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=25,2014-11-24T06:17:00,SECP,With the new alliance between Switzerland and Germany we turn to the great Austro-Hungarian Empire and send them a pact for alliance seeing how were already trade partners.
2876,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=25,2014-11-24T06:23:00,SECP,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22544594#p22544594"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>SECP <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22544549#p22544549"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>We'll sell to you. We got the (Infantry weapons) Mondragón rifle, Gewehr 98, Mauser C96, Gewehr 1888,Luger pistol. (M guns) MG 08 and the Maxim gun. Also the Albatros D.II and Albatros D.III (aircraft).</div></blockquote><br/>I need standard infantry arms enough for my army and do you sell aa guns</div></blockquote><br/><br/>In ww1 aircraft flew pretty low so there really was no need for aa guns we just pointed our rifles upward and shot at the plan wich actually worked a lot. You can also convert the MG 08 or Maxim gun into a light aa gun."
2877,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=25,2014-11-24T06:26:00,SECP,"<blockquote><div><cite>Syndikat <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22545564#p22545564"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22545420#p22545420"">wrote</a>:</cite>I wish for you to still stay neutral I am now watching your moves I also call on Germany for an allience</div></blockquote><br/><br/>I'm afraid that I cannot stand idly by whilst a military power grows rapidly just to my east. Alliances will be necessary.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>We have no intention to start a war with france or any other country instead we would want to become a trade partner."
2878,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=25,2014-11-24T06:39:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>SECP <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22548572#p22548572"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22545603#p22545603"">wrote</a>:</cite>very well once again I ask for an alliance with germany</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Sorry had to go to bed and Germany accepts the alliance between Switzerland and Germany may this bring a new era of peace and prosperity.</div></blockquote><br/>I'm glad you accepted"
2879,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=25,2014-11-24T06:39:00,The New Socialist Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>SECP <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22548629#p22548629"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22544594#p22544594"">wrote</a>:</cite>I need standard infantry arms enough for my army and do you sell aa guns</div></blockquote><br/><br/>In ww1 aircraft flew pretty low so there really was no need for aa guns we just pointed our rifles upward and shot at the plan wich actually worked a lot. You can also convert the MG 08 or Maxim gun into a light aa gun.</div></blockquote><br/>At the moment its pre invention of the aeroplane"
2880,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=50,2014-11-24T06:40:00,SECP,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22548686#p22548686"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>SECP <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22548572#p22548572"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Sorry had to go to bed and Germany accepts the alliance between Switzerland and Germany may this bring a new era of peace and prosperity.</div></blockquote><br/>I'm glad you accepted</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The honor is mine"
2881,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=50,2014-11-24T06:47:00,The New Socialist Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22545103#p22545103"">wrote</a>:</cite>The entirety of India sends a telegram to Britain. They wish to elect their own chairman, government, and govern themselves. In return they will remain loyal to the crown, and fight for the military.</div></blockquote><br/>Britain says that India already elects there own governments,after it was instituted. This government and future government has the right to self-governance however it must listen to advice from the crown, must obey all acts of parliament(basically acts of parliament work like the constitution of the UK and new acts are additions & amendments). Britain must also be allowed to maintain ability to build within the region. However the local government may govern all internal matters. our final demand is that the India must keep the union flag within there flag. here is the new official flag.<img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.crwflags.com/fotw/images/i/in~bre.gif""/>"
2882,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=50,2014-11-24T06:50:00,The New Socialist Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22545110#p22545110"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The New Socialist Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22545068#p22545068"">wrote</a>:</cite></div></blockquote></div></blockquote><br/>We appeal to the people of Switzerland to end their association with the German Powers as it is clearly being brought about by the wishes of a madman and his son."
2883,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=50,2014-11-24T06:51:00,Badassistanian,Redacted
2884,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=50,2014-11-24T06:51:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Socialist Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22548725#p22548725"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22545110#p22545110"">wrote</a>:</cite></div></blockquote><br/>We appeal to the people of Switzerland to end their association with the German Powers as it is clearly being brought about by the wishes of a madman and his son.</div></blockquote><br/>no"
2885,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=50,2014-11-24T06:52:00,Communist Volkstrad,"<blockquote><div><cite>SECP <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22548599#p22548599"">wrote</a>:</cite>With the new alliance between Switzerland and Germany we turn to the great Austro-Hungarian Empire and send them a pact for alliance seeing how were already trade partners.</div></blockquote><br/>The Austro-Hungarian Empire will also join."
2886,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=50,2014-11-24T06:55:00,The New Socialist Empire,"Britain requests the formation of an alliance between the UK and Commonwealth of Nations, The French Republic, The Russian Empire and Sweden."
2887,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=50,2014-11-24T07:07:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Socialist Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22548716#p22548716"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22545103#p22545103"">wrote</a>:</cite>The entirety of India sends a telegram to Britain. They wish to elect their own chairman, government, and govern themselves. In return they will remain loyal to the crown, and fight for the military.</div></blockquote><br/>Britain says that India already elects there own governments,after it was instituted. This government and future government has the right to self-governance however it must listen to advice from the crown, must obey all acts of parliament(basically acts of parliament work like the constitution of the UK and new acts are additions &amp; amendments). Britain must also be allowed to maintain ability to build within the region. However the local government may govern all internal matters. our final demand is that the India must keep the union flag within there flag. here is the new official flag.<img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.crwflags.com/fotw/images/i/in~bre.gif""/></div></blockquote><br/>India will accept."
2888,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=50,2014-11-24T07:12:00,Togeria,Japan wishes to join an alliance that will best see its needs.
2889,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=50,2014-11-24T07:13:00,The New Socialist Empire,Britain will maintain control over India till the next Indian council is elected. They will serve as a provisional government until that time.
2890,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=50,2014-11-24T07:14:00,The New Socialist Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22548859#p22548859"">wrote</a>:</cite>Japan wishes to join an alliance that will best see its needs.</div></blockquote><br/>The UK offers Japan an alliance"
2891,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=50,2014-11-24T07:17:00,Togeria,"The provisional government will only last for three month, after that any UK representatives will be asked to leave while India forms it's own government."
2892,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=50,2014-11-24T07:20:00,The New Socialist Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22548892#p22548892"">wrote</a>:</cite>The provisional government will only last for three month, after that any UK representatives will be asked to leave while India forms it's own government.</div></blockquote><br/>No, India still remains part of the Commonwealth so British representatives shall remain to continue diplomatic relations and manage any British projects that remain in India. We also maintain an embassy and Advisers to the new government."
2893,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=50,2014-11-24T07:22:00,Togeria,"The UK will only advise, and not directly control the decisions India now makes. We will establish our own military force, but remain loyal to the crown."
2894,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=50,2014-11-24T07:24:00,Badassistanian,I denounce Britain for not allowing India independence and ask for an alliance with japan
2895,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=50,2014-11-24T07:26:00,The New Socialist Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22548927#p22548927"">wrote</a>:</cite>The UK will only advise, and not directly control the decisions India now makes. We will establish our own military force, but remain loyal to the crown.</div></blockquote><br/>It will only interfere with India if it violates any act of parliament. It also maintains the right to continue construction projects in India.<br/><br/>India has Independence, but without losing the support of the enormous resources of the British Empire"
2896,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=50,2014-11-24T07:30:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22548935#p22548935"">wrote</a>:</cite>I denounce Britain for not allowing India independence and ask for an alliance with japan</div></blockquote><br/>The empire of Japan is thinking of joining Germany, simply because they believe alliance will help its ambitious of a eastern empire.<br/><br/>OOC: have to go in a little bit, if something big happens when I'm gone I'll post a major event, only I post major events. Also don't do anything to big while I'm away."
2897,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=50,2014-11-24T07:30:00,Badassistanian,I offer Japan an alliance come Japan and join our peaceful allience
2898,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=50,2014-11-24T07:30:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Socialist Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22548955#p22548955"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22548927#p22548927"">wrote</a>:</cite>The UK will only advise, and not directly control the decisions India now makes. We will establish our own military force, but remain loyal to the crown.</div></blockquote><br/>It will only interfere with India if it violates any act of parliament. It also maintains the right to continue construction projects in India.<br/><br/>India has Independence, but without losing the support of the enormous resources of the British Empire</div></blockquote><br/>India will accept."
2899,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=50,2014-11-24T07:32:00,The New Socialist Empire,"Russia excepts Britain's offer of an alliance and, with British Assistance, continues to modernise."
2900,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=50,2014-11-24T08:32:00,Badassistanian,OOC: I probably won't be on until 3 pm give or take 30 mins
2901,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=50,2014-11-24T08:37:00,Badassistanian,I open my borders to all troops and citizens of alliance members if you are part of the french-British alliance background checks and screenings will occur your military is not allowed to enter this is just a defensive measure I also ask Germany for arms support
2902,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=50,2014-11-24T08:43:00,The New Socialist Empire,Great unrest spreads across Russia as the industrialization process continues. Hatred for the Tsar is at an all time high.
2903,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=50,2014-11-24T08:44:00,Syndikat,The French Republic accepts the alliance with the UK and Commonwealth.
2904,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=50,2014-11-24T08:46:00,The New Socialist Empire,The Great Alliance has been formed and is made up of:<br/>UK and Commonwealth<br/>French Republic<br/>Russian Empire
2905,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=75,2014-11-24T09:25:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Socialist Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22549561#p22549561"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Great Alliance has been formed and is made up of:<br/>UK and Commonwealth<br/>French Republic<br/>Russian Empire</div></blockquote><br/>i wish to know if you will be a peaceful alliance"
2906,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=75,2014-11-24T09:29:00,The New Socialist Empire,Our Alliance is not attacking any nation.
2907,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=75,2014-11-24T09:34:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Socialist Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22549850#p22549850"">wrote</a>:</cite>Our Alliance is not attacking any nation.</div></blockquote><br/>what is the means of your alliance, we are mainly a trade alliance"
2908,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=75,2014-11-24T09:36:00,The New Socialist Empire,"We are a trade, political and technological alliance."
2909,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=75,2014-11-24T09:38:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Socialist Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22549896#p22549896"">wrote</a>:</cite>We are a trade, political and technological alliance.</div></blockquote><br/>im glad to here that you will not be participating in military actions but France seems to be eyeing my friend and neighbor Germany that is why i asked"
2910,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=75,2014-11-24T09:41:00,Syndikat,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22549913#p22549913"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The New Socialist Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22549896#p22549896"">wrote</a>:</cite>We are a trade, political and technological alliance.</div></blockquote><br/>im glad to here that you will not be participating in military actions but France seems to be eyeing my friend and neighbor Germany that is why i asked</div></blockquote><br/><br/>I am merely being wary of the growing military powers to my east. I have no intentions of invading anyone. A little caution never hurts."
2911,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=75,2014-11-24T09:43:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Syndikat <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22549943#p22549943"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22549913#p22549913"">wrote</a>:</cite>im glad to here that you will not be participating in military actions but France seems to be eyeing my friend and neighbor Germany that is why i asked</div></blockquote><br/><br/>I am merely being wary of the growing military powers to my east. I have no intentions of invading anyone. A little caution never hurts.</div></blockquote><br/>im still going watch you France your intentions may be good but im not finding common ground with your actions from what i see Germany has not been growing its military but merely selling arms"
2912,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=75,2014-11-24T09:45:00,Syndikat,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22549964#p22549964"">wrote</a>:</cite>im still going watch you France your intentions may be good but im not finding common ground with your actions from what i see Germany has not been growing its military but merely selling arms</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Well, to sell arms you have to have arms."
2913,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=75,2014-11-24T09:46:00,The New Socialist Empire,"Tsar Nicholas II has ordered a halt to national modernisation, angering people further throughout the nation. Strikes are common and the military is trying to maintain order."
2914,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=75,2014-11-24T12:28:00,SECP,Thanks to the profit we are getting from trade Germany is again taking another step towards moderatzion.
2915,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=75,2014-11-24T12:37:00,The New Socialist Empire,"In Russia, Fighting has begun in the streets and the military is having severe trouble maintaining order."
2916,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=75,2014-11-24T12:41:00,The New Socialist Empire,Britain is flourishing after after a large gold seam was found in Northern Australia.
2917,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=75,2014-11-24T14:36:00,Badassistanian,The Switzerland journal one of Switzerland's top news papers is calling the recent year the most boring. The lack of headlines has even caused many papers to lose money and shut down. The last exciting thing that happened was the fight for Indian independence. Lets hope world news picks up soon before the Switzerland journal itself goes broke.
2918,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=75,2014-11-24T14:48:00,SECP,"After a brief and bloody civil war in Denmark, it became weak and helpless so Denmark was annexed into Germany. So Denmark is now a state of Germany."
2919,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=75,2014-11-24T14:49:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>SECP <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22553364#p22553364"">wrote</a>:</cite>After a brief and bloody civil war in Denmark, it became weak and helpless so Denmark was annexed into Germany. So Denmark is now a state of Germany.</div></blockquote><br/>that's a lot of territory"
2920,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=75,2014-11-24T14:54:00,Badassistanian,The Swiss begin mass production of trade goods and opens many banks hoping to improve the economy<br/>these banks are open to all European countries we also allow citizens of France and Britain to freely enter the country
2921,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=75,2014-11-24T15:02:00,The New Socialist Empire,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Russia</span><br/>Today, the Tsar and his brother, the Grand Duke Michael, were killed in an explosion from a grenade thrown at them during a military parade. With the death of the Tsar, the End of the Romanov Rule and massive civil unrest within the region, all power has been transferred to the Duma. As such, the first elections within Russia are being organized and all outlawed political parties are being allowed to run in these elections. The Duma has approved the restarting the Modernization campaign and is allowing the UK to assist the region.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">UK</span><br/>The British Government is offering the remaining members of the Romanov family sanctuary in the UK and is assisting the new Russian republic with organizing elections and Modernization."
2922,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=75,2014-11-24T15:02:00,The New Socialist Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22553437#p22553437"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Swiss begin mass production of trade goods and opens many banks hoping to improve the economy <br/>these banks are open to all European countries we also allow citizens of France and Britain to freely enter the country</div></blockquote><br/>Do these banks sell swiss cheese"
2923,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=75,2014-11-24T15:04:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Socialist Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22553573#p22553573"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22553437#p22553437"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Swiss begin mass production of trade goods and opens many banks hoping to improve the economy <br/>these banks are open to all European countries we also allow citizens of France and Britain to freely enter the country</div></blockquote><br/>Do these banks sell swiss cheese</div></blockquote><br/>no why would you think that the cheese is complimentary to all guests"
2924,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=75,2014-11-24T15:05:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Socialist Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22553566#p22553566"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Russia</span><br/>Today, the Tsar and his brother, the Grand Duke Michael, were killed in an explosion from a grenade thrown at them during a military parade. With the death of the Tsar, the End of the Romanov Rule and massive civil unrest within the region, all power has been transferred to the Duma. As such, the first elections within Russia are being organized and all outlawed political parties are being allowed to run in these elections. The Duma has approved the restarting the Modernization campaign and is allowing the UK to assist the region.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">UK</span><br/>The British Government is offering the remaining members of the Romanov family sanctuary in the UK and is assisting the new Russian republic with organizing elections and Modernization.</div></blockquote><br/>I support the Russians and British at this time"
2925,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=75,2014-11-24T15:12:00,The New Socialist Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22553602#p22553602"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The New Socialist Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22553573#p22553573"">wrote</a>:</cite>Do these banks sell swiss cheese</div></blockquote><br/>no why would you think that the cheese is complimentary to all guests</div></blockquote><br/>Why would we want to use your banks if they don't sell swiss cheese"
2926,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=75,2014-11-24T15:25:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Socialist Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22553748#p22553748"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22553602#p22553602"">wrote</a>:</cite>no why would you think that the cheese is complimentary to all guests</div></blockquote><br/>Why would we want to use your banks if they don't sell swiss cheese</div></blockquote><br/>complimentary means its free I was saying no we don't sell it we give it away"
2927,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=75,2014-11-24T15:27:00,The New Socialist Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22553882#p22553882"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The New Socialist Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22553748#p22553748"">wrote</a>:</cite>Why would we want to use your banks if they don't sell swiss cheese</div></blockquote><br/>complimentary means its free I was saying no we don't sell it we give it away</div></blockquote><br/>I know that but it does mean that we can't buy it in bulk"
2928,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=75,2014-11-24T15:30:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Socialist Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22553906#p22553906"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22553882#p22553882"">wrote</a>:</cite>complimentary means its free I was saying no we don't sell it we give it away</div></blockquote><br/>I know that but it does mean that we can't buy it in bulk</div></blockquote><br/>yes of course you can"
2929,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=75,2014-11-24T15:34:00,The New Socialist Empire,The uk has purchased large amounts of swiss cheese
2930,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=100,2014-11-24T15:35:00,SECP,Seeing how France fears invasion from Gremany and how it is bunking up its eastern front Germany now is to start to train its armies into an elite fighting force.
2931,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=100,2014-11-24T15:36:00,Badassistanian,France must turn the other cheek for Germany in order to buy cheese
2932,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=100,2014-11-24T15:37:00,Syndikat,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22554014#p22554014"">wrote</a>:</cite>France must turn the other cheek for Germany in order to buy cheese</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The annexation of Denmark didn't exactly buy Germany any points."
2933,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=100,2014-11-24T15:38:00,The New Socialist Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>SECP <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22554001#p22554001"">wrote</a>:</cite>Seeing how France fears invasion from Gremany and how it is bunking up its eastern front Germany now is to start to train its armies into an elite fighting force.</div></blockquote><br/>Haha we already have an elite fighting force. We have begun to invest in new automatic emplacements and military modernisation"
2934,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=100,2014-11-24T15:39:00,Badassistanian,"Sw<blockquote><div><cite>SECP <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22554001#p22554001"">wrote</a>:</cite>Seeing how France fears invasion from Gremany and how it is bunking up its eastern front Germany now is to start to train its armies into an elite fighting force.</div></blockquote><br/>Switzerland wishes to buy high quantities of arms and munitions from Germany in return we will support you if your does occur"
2935,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=100,2014-11-24T15:40:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22554046#p22554046"">wrote</a>:</cite>Sw<blockquote><div><cite>SECP <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22554001#p22554001"">wrote</a>:</cite>Seeing how France fears invasion from Gremany and how it is bunking up its eastern front Germany now is to start to train its armies into an elite fighting force.</div></blockquote><br/>Switzerland wishes to buy high quantities of arms and munitions from Germany in return we will support you if your does occur</div></blockquote><br/>if war occurs"
2936,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=100,2014-11-24T15:42:00,The New Socialist Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22554068#p22554068"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22554046#p22554046"">wrote</a>:</cite>Sw<br/>Switerland wishes to buy high quantities of arms and munitions from Germany in return we will support you if your does occur</div></blockquote><br/>if war occurs</div></blockquote><br/>even if germany attacks france?"
2937,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=100,2014-11-24T15:42:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Socialist Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22554035#p22554035"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>SECP <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22554001#p22554001"">wrote</a>:</cite>Seeing how France fears invasion from Gremany and how it is bunking up its eastern front Germany now is to start to train its armies into an elite fighting force.</div></blockquote><br/>Haha we already have an elite fighting force. We have begun to invest in new automatic emplacements and military modernisation</div></blockquote><br/>I wish for you to stay neutral in this"
2938,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=100,2014-11-24T15:44:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Socialist Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22554082#p22554082"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22554068#p22554068"">wrote</a>:</cite>if war occurs</div></blockquote><br/>even if germany attacks france?</div></blockquote><br/>I have had a grudge on France for a while it might be my grave we are talking about but I will support them if they get in a bad spot"
2939,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=100,2014-11-24T15:45:00,The New Socialist Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22554095#p22554095"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The New Socialist Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22554035#p22554035"">wrote</a>:</cite>Haha we already have an elite fighting force. We have begun to invest in new automatic emplacements and military modernisation</div></blockquote><br/>I wish for you to stay neutral in this</div></blockquote><br/>We are allied to the French Republic and we must continue our advancement to protect our trade, industry and peoples across the world."
2940,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=100,2014-11-24T15:45:00,Syndikat,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22554095#p22554095"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The New Socialist Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22554035#p22554035"">wrote</a>:</cite>Haha we already have an elite fighting force. We have begun to invest in new automatic emplacements and military modernisation</div></blockquote><br/>I wish for you to stay neutral in this</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The UK has made it very clear that they won't remain ""neutral"". An alliance has been formed between The UK and Commonwealth, The French Republic, and the Russian Empire. Is it really so irrational that a rapidly growing military-industrial complex and annexation of Denmark worry me?"
2941,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=100,2014-11-24T15:46:00,Communist Volkstrad,"<blockquote><div><cite>SECP <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22554001#p22554001"">wrote</a>:</cite>Seeing how France fears invasion from Germany and how it is bunking up its eastern front Germany now is to start to train its armies into an elite fighting force.</div></blockquote><br/>Austria-Hungary follows Germany's example once again, and begins to train their army to defend their borders from Russia."
2942,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=100,2014-11-24T15:47:00,The New Socialist Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Syndikat <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22554121#p22554121"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22554095#p22554095"">wrote</a>:</cite>I wish for you to stay neutral in this</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The UK has made it very clear that they won't remain ""neutral"". An alliance has been formed between The UK and Commonwealth, The French Republic, and the Russian Empire. Is it really so irrational that a rapidly growing military-industrial complex and annexation of Denmark worry me?</div></blockquote><br/>we only seek to protect our people and the people of nations such as France from imperialist aggression."
2943,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=100,2014-11-24T15:49:00,Badassistanian,We buy top of the line arms from Germany and begin to train and once again close the French-Swiss border
2944,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=100,2014-11-24T15:54:00,The New Socialist Empire,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Russia</span><br/>Following investigations into the murder of the Tsar, the Assassin was found to be an avid supporter of the works of Lenin and as such the Bolshevik Party has been made illegal again in Russia. Meanwhile in election news, the Social Revolutionary and Menshevik Parties have united to form the Socialist Party. This unification was spearheaded by Menshevik intellectual Leon Trotsky who is now a key policy adviser to the party. It is likely that this move was done to improve there election prospects. In response to this leading moderate parties led by the cadets and the octobrists have agreed to form a Democratic Bloc should they win the election to spearhead their reforms."
2945,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=100,2014-11-24T15:56:00,The New Socialist Empire,"Britain has developed a prototype Portable Machine Gun. It uses a revolutionary new air cooling system, however still requires to be mounted for effective use. further development is under way"
2946,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=100,2014-11-24T15:58:00,Badassistanian,Because of crushing debt Italy gathered from our bank (they made some bad investments) we offer them the ability to cease northern Italy to switzerland to pay for there debt
2947,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=100,2014-11-24T16:01:00,Communist Volkstrad,"Secretly, Austria-Hungary asks Germany about perhaps assisting the revolutionaries in Russia."
2948,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=100,2014-11-24T16:01:00,Badassistanian,Are there any objections to this
2949,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=100,2014-11-24T16:03:00,Syndikat,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22554338#p22554338"">wrote</a>:</cite>Are there any objections to this</div></blockquote><br/><br/>France objects to Swiss annexation of Northern Italy."
2950,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=100,2014-11-24T16:04:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Syndikat <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22554357#p22554357"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22554338#p22554338"">wrote</a>:</cite>Are there any objections to this</div></blockquote><br/><br/>France objects to Swiss annexation of Northern Italy.</div></blockquote><br/>how do you suppose they pay this debt"
2951,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=100,2014-11-24T16:06:00,Syndikat,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22554377#p22554377"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Syndikat <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22554357#p22554357"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>France objects to Swiss annexation of Northern Italy.</div></blockquote><br/>how do you suppose they pay this debt</div></blockquote><br/><br/>That is not for me to answer, however there surely must be other was than annexation of territory."
2952,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=100,2014-11-24T16:07:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Syndikat <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22554391#p22554391"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22554377#p22554377"">wrote</a>:</cite>how do you suppose they pay this debt</div></blockquote><br/><br/>That is not for me to answer, however there surely must be other was than annexation of territory.</div></blockquote><br/>well then you can not make a true objection"
2953,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=100,2014-11-24T16:09:00,The New Socialist Empire,The uk and russia agree to defend italy. Italy's people should not suffer because of its government's incompetence<br/>OOC: there are very few revolutionaries in russia. only bolshevik supporters and at present they are in decline.
2954,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=100,2014-11-24T16:11:00,Syndikat,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Socialist Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22554421#p22554421"">wrote</a>:</cite>The uk and russia agree to defend italy. Italy's people should not suffer because of its government's incompetence<br/>OOC: there are very few revolutionaries in russia. only bolshevik supporters and at present they are in decline.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>France will stand with the UK and Russia in the defense of Italy."
2955,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=125,2014-11-24T16:11:00,Badassistanian,They are already suffering because the government has no money all I want is down to right above Venice mainly the alps area
2956,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=125,2014-11-24T16:14:00,Badassistanian,This will go through if someone does not suggest another way
2957,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=125,2014-11-24T16:24:00,The New Socialist Empire,The British empire is willing to hand over the territory of Nigeria to Switzerland in exchange for the debt
2958,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=125,2014-11-24T16:31:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Socialist Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22554618#p22554618"">wrote</a>:</cite>The British empire is willing to hand over the territory of Nigeria to Switzerland.</div></blockquote><br/>I would like territory connected to my current territory"
2959,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=125,2014-11-24T16:34:00,Togeria,"India, after several months begin to form their government, even though they pay taxes to the UK ad sell goods to them, India proposes a trade alliance to Germany and Austro-Hungary.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">JAPAN</span><br/>Japan looking at civil unrest in Russia send a telegram telling them they will gladly pay 12million to buy part of the western half."
2960,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=125,2014-11-24T16:35:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22554716#p22554716"">wrote</a>:</cite>India, after several months begin to form their government, even though they pay taxes to the UK ad sell goods to them, India proposes a trade alliance to Germany and Austro-Hungary. <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">JAPAN</span><br/>Japan looking at civil unrest in Russia send a telegram telling them they will gladly pay 12million to buy part of the western half.</div></blockquote><br/>I ask for your support of me annexing the alps down to Venice as Italys debt to me"
2961,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=125,2014-11-24T16:37:00,Communist Volkstrad,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22554716#p22554716"">wrote</a>:</cite>India, after several months begin to form their government, even though they pay taxes to the UK ad sell goods to them, India proposes a trade alliance to Germany and Austro-Hungary. <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">JAPAN</span><br/>Japan looking at civil unrest in Russia send a telegram telling them they will gladly pay 12million to buy part of the western half.</div></blockquote><br/>Austria-Hungary will accept the trade alliance."
2962,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=125,2014-11-24T16:40:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22554730#p22554730"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22554716#p22554716"">wrote</a>:</cite>India, after several months begin to form their government, even though they pay taxes to the UK ad sell goods to them, India proposes a trade alliance to Germany and Austro-Hungary. <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">JAPAN</span><br/>Japan looking at civil unrest in Russia send a telegram telling them they will gladly pay 12million to buy part of the western half.</div></blockquote><br/>I ask for your support of me annexing the alps down to Venice as Italys debt to me</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">INDIA</span><br/>India begins to transport several raw materials.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">JAPAN</span><br/>Japan will recognize Switzerland's claim if they do theirs."
2963,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=125,2014-11-24T16:44:00,Badassistanian,Back when our nation opened the national bank Italy barrowed a lump sum of money in order to create the military needed to support them well once they built the military they never payed us back it has been about 20 years since this occurred and they have yet to pay the debt so italy has accepted to give up the alps area in order to pay the large trillion dollar debt. I also recognize japans claim
2964,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=125,2014-11-24T16:45:00,The New Socialist Empire,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Russia </span><br/>Elections in Russia are complete and the 700 seats of parliament have been elected:<br/>376 The Democratic Bloc<br/>312 Socialist Party<br/>12 Conservative<br/>The New Government has unanimously refused Japans offer an stated they have no need of there money. The Nation is completely stable. Following this cooperation the Democratic Bloc and Socialist Party have agreed to cooperate for the greater future of Russia. Also, Nationwide railways have been completed. Industrialization is continuing and Russia is on track to become the worlds most efficient nation. The new government has also agreed to a British proposal for a joint development of artillery program."
2965,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=125,2014-11-24T16:48:00,The New Socialist Empire,"The Great Alliance has sent offers of membership to Italy, China and Thailand. All three have considered accepting with Italy and Thailand accepting outright.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">UK</span><br/>A new act of parliament has passed declaring that any nation allied with the UK must be given full trading priorities."
2966,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=125,2014-11-24T16:50:00,Badassistanian,Switzerland begins to develop the border on there new claim. Due to being close and of same culture there is not much unrest
2967,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=125,2014-11-24T16:50:00,The New Socialist Empire,The Great Alliance has begun a trade agreement with China with Russia building rail links with the country.
2968,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=125,2014-11-24T16:51:00,Badassistanian,Switzerland calls on India to reject the British
2969,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=125,2014-11-24T16:52:00,The New Socialist Empire,Britain states that any rejection within India will fail. The people of India deserve better than blind nationalism.
2970,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=125,2014-11-24T16:53:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Socialist Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22554892#p22554892"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Great Alliance has sent offers of membership to Italy, China and Thailand. All three have considered accepting with Italy and Thailand accepting outright.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">UK</span><br/>A new act of parliament has passed declaring that any nation allied with the UK must be given full trading priorities.</div></blockquote><br/>Italy is still trying to repair there economy they can hardly afford to even have a military"
2971,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=125,2014-11-24T16:54:00,The New Socialist Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22554956#p22554956"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The New Socialist Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22554892#p22554892"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Great Alliance has sent offers of membership to Italy, China and Thailand. All three have considered accepting with Italy and Thailand accepting outright.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">UK</span><br/>A new act of parliament has passed declaring that any nation allied with the UK must be given full trading priorities.</div></blockquote><br/>Italy is still trying to repair there economy they can hardly afford to even have a military</div></blockquote><br/>precisely why joining an alliance would be a good decision."
2972,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=125,2014-11-24T16:55:00,Badassistanian,Switzerland strengthens the borders and continues to train and buy German weopens
2973,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=125,2014-11-24T16:57:00,Togeria,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">INDIA</span><br/>The central government after a 2/3 majority vote accepts the UKs proposal, still they continue trade with Austro-Hungary and Germany.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">JAPAN</span><br/>Japan secretly telegrams a alliance to Austro-Hungary, Germany, and Switerzland as they plan to invade China."
2974,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=125,2014-11-24T16:58:00,The New Socialist Empire,"British-Russian Artillery Development has yielded promising results. This new artillery weapon has begun mass deployment,along with the new more effective artillery shells."
2975,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=125,2014-11-24T16:59:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22555003#p22555003"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">INDIA</span><br/>The central government after a 2/3 majority vote accepts the UKs proposal, still they continue trade with Austro-Hungary and Germany. <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">JAPAN</span><br/>Japan secretly telegrams a alliance to Austro-Hungary, Germany, and Switerzland as they plan to invade China.</div></blockquote><br/>I accept japans entry into the alliance"
2976,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=125,2014-11-24T17:00:00,The New Socialist Empire,"Following completion of rail-links, China has joined the great alliance in order to allow more fluid trade with European powers."
2977,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=125,2014-11-24T17:01:00,Badassistanian,Switzerland wishes to build a military outpost in Japan in order to aid them
2978,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=125,2014-11-24T17:03:00,The New Socialist Empire,The British Empire has sent Spain a Dreadnought and an offer to join the Great Alliance. They accept
2979,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=125,2014-11-24T17:03:00,Togeria,"Japan has agreed. They have bought several weapons, and a navy fleet."
2980,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=150,2014-11-24T17:05:00,Badassistanian,I don't think your suppose to ally with non players because so far you are in control of about 6 different countries
2981,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=150,2014-11-24T17:05:00,The New Socialist Empire,Russsian Modernization has been completed.
2982,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=150,2014-11-24T17:07:00,The New Socialist Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22555094#p22555094"">wrote</a>:</cite>I don't think your suppose to ally with non players because so far you are in control of about 6 different countries</div></blockquote><br/>I'm just using them as trade, anyway they can't be mobilized as they are not next to any warring nations."
2983,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=150,2014-11-24T17:07:00,Syndikat,"With several new allies, notably Spain directly to the southwest, French fortifications at the eastern border with Germany and Switzerland are relaxed a bit. France is feeling a bit more secure in the world now."
2984,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=150,2014-11-24T17:09:00,Badassistanian,Once again the Swiss ask for India to become fully independent and join there brothers in the central powers
2985,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=150,2014-11-24T17:09:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Socialist Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22555115#p22555115"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22555094#p22555094"">wrote</a>:</cite>I don't think your suppose to ally with non players because so far you are in control of about 6 different countries</div></blockquote><br/>I'm just using them as trade, anyway they can't be mobilized as they are not next to any warring nations.</div></blockquote><br/>Please keep all OOC post in the OOC or forums. Thank you."
2986,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=150,2014-11-24T17:10:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Socialist Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22555115#p22555115"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22555094#p22555094"">wrote</a>:</cite>I don't think your suppose to ally with non players because so far you are in control of about 6 different countries</div></blockquote><br/>I'm just using them as trade, anyway they can't be mobilized as they are not next to any warring nations.</div></blockquote><br/>ok as long as they do not fight"
2987,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=150,2014-11-24T17:11:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22555151#p22555151"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The New Socialist Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22555115#p22555115"">wrote</a>:</cite>I'm just using them as trade, anyway they can't be mobilized as they are not next to any warring nations.</div></blockquote><br/>Please keep all OOC post in the OOC or forums. Thank you.</div></blockquote><br/>[proposal=][/proposal]<br/>sorry"
2988,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=150,2014-11-24T17:12:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22555164#p22555164"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The New Socialist Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22555115#p22555115"">wrote</a>:</cite>I'm just using them as trade, anyway they can't be mobilized as they are not next to any warring nations.</div></blockquote><br/>ok as long as they do not fight</div></blockquote><br/>Please keep all OOC post in the OOC forum of RMB please."
2989,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=150,2014-11-24T17:14:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Syndikat <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22555123#p22555123"">wrote</a>:</cite>With several new allies, notably Spain directly to the southwest, French fortifications at the eastern border with Germany and Switzerland are relaxed a bit. France is feeling a bit more secure in the world now.</div></blockquote><br/>Switzerland learns of this news but does not bring down the wall but instead lines it with more aa guns and mine feilds"
2990,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=150,2014-11-24T17:16:00,The New Socialist Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22555238#p22555238"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Syndikat <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22555123#p22555123"">wrote</a>:</cite>With several new allies, notably Spain directly to the southwest, French fortifications at the eastern border with Germany and Switzerland are relaxed a bit. France is feeling a bit more secure in the world now.</div></blockquote><br/>Switzerland learns of this news but does not bring down the wall but instead lines it with more aa guns and mine feilds</div></blockquote><br/>You wouldn't have AA guns, the aeroplane hasn't been invented yet."
2991,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=150,2014-11-24T17:18:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Socialist Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22555253#p22555253"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22555238#p22555238"">wrote</a>:</cite>Switzerland learns of this news but does not bring down the wall but instead lines it with more aa guns and mine feilds</div></blockquote><br/>You wouldn't have AA guns, the aeroplane hasn't been invented yet.</div></blockquote><br/>ya probly not aa but high caliber ranged turrets I forgot this was ww1 for a sec"
2992,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=150,2014-11-24T17:19:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Socialist Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22555253#p22555253"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22555238#p22555238"">wrote</a>:</cite>Switzerland learns of this news but does not bring down the wall but instead lines it with more aa guns and mine feilds</div></blockquote><br/>You wouldn't have AA guns, the aeroplane hasn't been invented yet.</div></blockquote><br/>NSE please read the post above.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">INDIA</span><br/>India begins a self-strengthening program. With help from the UK they update and upgrade their living conditions, infrastructure, and military. In a couple years they are expected to even rival Germany."
2993,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=150,2014-11-24T17:20:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22555298#p22555298"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The New Socialist Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22555253#p22555253"">wrote</a>:</cite>You wouldn't have AA guns, the aeroplane hasn't been invented yet.</div></blockquote><br/>NSE please read the post above. <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">INDIA</span><br/>India begins a self-strengthening program. With help from the UK they update and upgrade their living conditions, infrastructure, and military. In a couple years they are expected to even rival Germany.</div></blockquote><br/>Switzerland no longer supports India in there decisions"
2994,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=150,2014-11-24T17:21:00,Syndikat,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22555238#p22555238"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Syndikat <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22555123#p22555123"">wrote</a>:</cite>With several new allies, notably Spain directly to the southwest, French fortifications at the eastern border with Germany and Switzerland are relaxed a bit. France is feeling a bit more secure in the world now.</div></blockquote><br/>Switzerland learns of this news but does not bring down the wall but instead lines it with more aa guns and mine feilds</div></blockquote><br/><br/>In response to increased border militarization, France has refortified the French-Swiss border."
2995,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=150,2014-11-24T17:24:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22555310#p22555310"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22555298#p22555298"">wrote</a>:</cite>NSE please read the post above. <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">INDIA</span><br/>India begins a self-strengthening program. With help from the UK they update and upgrade their living conditions, infrastructure, and military. In a couple years they are expected to even rival Germany.</div></blockquote><br/>Switzerland no longer supports India in there decisions</div></blockquote><br/>India sends a trade alliance to Switzerland and Japan."
2996,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=150,2014-11-24T17:24:00,The New Socialist Empire,"The British Empire begins an advancement program building new infrastructure even to the remote parts of Scotland, Several new universities and even larger free education investments. It also begins debating acts of parliaments leaning towards minimum standards of living and living wages. They also continue joint development of weapons with Russia now focusing on new infantry weapons and vehicles."
2997,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=150,2014-11-24T17:30:00,Badassistanian,Switzerland begins to also fix the defensive wall were parts have collapsed we also accept the trade agreement with India with the new coast lime gained from Italy's debt we begin building the Swiss navy we have begun a technological era wich means our main focus is tech
2998,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=150,2014-11-24T17:34:00,Syndikat,"France urges its allies to consider adopting the metric system in order to help standardize weights and measures, allowing for easier trade."
2999,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=150,2014-11-24T17:36:00,The New Socialist Empire,Britain agrees to do a limited test of the capability of the Metric System in New Zealand.
3000,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=150,2014-11-24T17:40:00,Badassistanian,We ask Britain if you have any decommissioned ships we can buy
3001,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=150,2014-11-24T17:42:00,The New Socialist Empire,All decommissioned ships are either museum pieces or have already been sold. 2 new Dreadnoughts are under construction.
3002,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=150,2014-11-24T17:43:00,Togeria,"India begins to adopt a American approach. They set a limited form of laiezz-faire, put more into the assembly line, and focus in selling cloth. The industry boom, as many Indian get more jobs, and the country begins to get more powerful. Most of the national budget goes to education, defense, workers rights."
3003,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=150,2014-11-24T17:44:00,Badassistanian,Do any nations have decommissioned ships for sale
3004,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=150,2014-11-24T17:44:00,The New Socialist Empire,"The British Parliament has passed an Act of Parliament stating that all peoples must be paid a living wage and instituting new controls on housing conditions, as well as newly subsidized healthcare."
3005,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=175,2014-11-24T17:46:00,The New Socialist Empire,"Successes in British Development are occurring, the GNP has risen exponentially and new modern factories are springing up across the Empire and particularly in the UK"
3006,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=175,2014-11-24T17:49:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Socialist Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22555589#p22555589"">wrote</a>:</cite>The British Parliament has passed an Act of Parliament stating that all peoples must be paid a living wage and instituting new controls on housing conditions, as well as newly subsidized healthcare.</div></blockquote><br/>the Swiss banks are always open to these people"
3007,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=175,2014-11-24T17:59:00,Togeria,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">MAJOR EVENT</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">INDIA-CHINA</span><br/><br/>Relations between India and China have soured. Many time China have come to India asking for resources, saying that they are not their own country and should follow the example set by England. India is upset by this and has order a troops along the Chinese-Indian border, enforcing that no trade or communication will happen between these two countries.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">JAPAN</span><br/>Japan looked on, if a war happens between the two, Japan can come on the side of India and take Manchuria away from the Chinese."
3008,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=175,2014-11-24T18:01:00,The New Socialist Empire,"The British have agreed to attempt further trade with china and have demanded that the Indians remove the closed border with China, at the very least to allow migration and demilitarize the situation."
3009,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=175,2014-11-24T18:04:00,Togeria,"India has refused. Sending representatives to the Switzerland, to strengthen relations between the two."
3010,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=175,2014-11-24T18:07:00,The New Socialist Empire,British Military forces are threatening to blockade Indian ports if they do not open the border. India is once again asked to present a logical argument for there actions.
3011,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=175,2014-11-24T18:08:00,The New Socialist Empire,The Russian Government is taking advantage of the situation for increased trade with china and greater prosperity.
3012,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=175,2014-11-24T18:10:00,Badassistanian,I stil support japans dreams and I'm glad India wants to improve relations
3013,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=175,2014-11-24T18:11:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Socialist Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22555860#p22555860"">wrote</a>:</cite>British Military forces are threatening to blockade Indian ports if they do not open the border. India is once again asked to present a logical argument for there actions.</div></blockquote><br/>The Chinese have challenged India's integrity. They will not open trade with China, and refuse to let British ships dock in India with the intention of blockade."
3014,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=175,2014-11-24T18:14:00,The New Socialist Empire,India remain stubbornly resolute. Britain orders its battleships to blockade all ports and to begin shipping guerrillas in from Sri Lanka to challenge the Indian Government. The British call out for Indians to oppose this irrational border situation and the message resonates amongst the intellectuals of India.
3015,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=175,2014-11-24T18:20:00,Togeria,A instance has occurred where Indian troops have fired at British officers. India is demanding to the Uk to stay out of their affairs.
3016,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=175,2014-11-24T18:23:00,The New Socialist Empire,The UK demands that India stop violating its laws and the treaties of their Independent Dominion. You have responsibilities to maintain as a dominion of the commonwealth.
3017,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=175,2014-11-24T18:25:00,Togeria,"India declares they have the right to choose who they trade with, and let into their country."
3018,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=175,2014-11-24T18:26:00,The New Socialist Empire,Not according to the acts of parliament they have signed into law.
3019,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=175,2014-11-24T18:29:00,Badassistanian,I am now with India and agree they have the rights to do what itt wants
3020,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=175,2014-11-24T18:30:00,Togeria,"India maintains, that now they are stronger then they were before. They maintain. That they will not trade with China and will open instead with Japan."
3021,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=175,2014-11-24T18:30:00,The New Socialist Empire,The Parliament has passed an Act of Parliament forbidding all forms of political suppression and granting all citizens the right to free speech.
3022,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=175,2014-11-24T18:31:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22556142#p22556142"">wrote</a>:</cite>India maintains, that now they are stronger then they were before. They maintain. That they will not trade with China and will open instead with Japan.</div></blockquote><br/>I believe this is a good idea"
3023,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=175,2014-11-24T18:32:00,The New Socialist Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22556142#p22556142"">wrote</a>:</cite>India maintains, that now they are stronger then they were before. They maintain. That they will not trade with China and will open instead with Japan.</div></blockquote><br/>India is stronger, but it has thrown out logic and reason and that will be its downfall. British Guerrillas are spreading an enormous pro British anti government propaganda campaign throughout the nation."
3024,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=175,2014-11-24T18:33:00,Togeria,"India accepts law, but still maintain a embargo on China."
3025,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=175,2014-11-24T18:33:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Socialist Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22556169#p22556169"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22556142#p22556142"">wrote</a>:</cite>India maintains, that now they are stronger then they were before. They maintain. That they will not trade with China and will open instead with Japan.</div></blockquote><br/>India is stronger, but it has thrown out logic and reason and that will be its downfall. British Guerrillas are spreading an enormous pro British anti government propaganda campaign throughout the nation.</div></blockquote><br/>India have started apprehending any propagandist in the nation."
3026,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=175,2014-11-24T18:34:00,The New Socialist Empire,Pro-British Revolutionaries have secured Bombay Port and Military Base and are allowing British troops into the country.
3027,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=175,2014-11-24T18:36:00,Togeria,The Indian military have attacked British troops and ran them out if the poor. India demands the UK recognizes and respects it's decision.
3028,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=175,2014-11-24T18:37:00,The New Socialist Empire,The UK government have acquired evidence that the Indian Government is engaging in Political Suppression in direct violation of the Acts of Parliament. The Government is demanding the immediate resignation of the current government.
3029,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=175,2014-11-24T18:38:00,Badassistanian,I wish to build a military outpost in india
3030,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=200,2014-11-24T18:39:00,The New Socialist Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22556241#p22556241"">wrote</a>:</cite>I wish to build a military outpost in india</div></blockquote><br/>Its Blockaded"
3031,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=200,2014-11-24T18:40:00,Togeria,"India refuses UKs demand, and accepts Switzerland's request.<br/>Relations between the Ottoman Empire and India has increased.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">JAPAN</span><br/>Japan supports India, and request UK to respect India's decision."
3032,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=200,2014-11-24T18:41:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Socialist Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22556256#p22556256"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22556241#p22556241"">wrote</a>:</cite>I wish to build a military outpost in india</div></blockquote><br/>Its Blockaded</div></blockquote><br/>Go through land."
3033,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=200,2014-11-24T18:41:00,The New Socialist Empire,What land?
3034,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=200,2014-11-24T18:44:00,The New Socialist Empire,the Indian Government has violated the terms of there independence and refused to resign. As such the British guerrilla forces have performed a full scale assault on the Parliament Building. They have successfully breached through the main hall.
3035,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=200,2014-11-24T18:47:00,Togeria,"Indian forces go to the hall and fire at the guerrillas, killing twelve."
3036,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=200,2014-11-24T18:50:00,Togeria,India request assistance from the Austro-Hungary.
3037,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=200,2014-11-24T18:51:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22556269#p22556269"">wrote</a>:</cite>India refuses UKs demand, and accepts Switzerland's request. <br/>Relations between the Ottoman Empire and India has increased. <br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">JAPAN</span><br/>Japan supports India, and request UK to respect India's decision.</div></blockquote><br/>thank you and it looks like a war is boiling I support India in this war"
3038,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=200,2014-11-24T18:53:00,The New Socialist Empire,"Guerrilla forces fire back, but its a grenade that deals with the Opposition. The Guerrillas are soon joined by a Pro-British riot and surge through the building capturing or killing members of the government. Prisoners are quickly whisked away to the port and loaded onto the Battleships. The main leadership are killed and there heads displayed to the crowd."
3039,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=200,2014-11-24T18:54:00,Badassistanian,I believe Britain should give up India or be punished Swiss soldiers in India fire upon British forces as a professional army we kill at least 10 - 20 men
3040,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=200,2014-11-24T18:55:00,Togeria,"A revolution has surged through India. The guerrillas are captured and killed, as the people blame UK for not letting India control it's trade."
3041,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=200,2014-11-24T18:56:00,Badassistanian,We send in our best guerilla troops to hunt down the british
3042,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=200,2014-11-24T18:57:00,The New Socialist Empire,"OOC: Not forces, british funded guerillas and there is no way you established a base that quickly<br/>With the leadership deposed, control of the region automatically reverts to Britain who quickly end the riots and secure southern India. They are preparing for election of a new Indian Government with greater oversight from the British. Any firing upon British Forces is an act of war."
3043,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=200,2014-11-24T18:58:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Socialist Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22556600#p22556600"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: Not forces, british funded guerillas and there is no way you established a base that quickly<br/>With the leadership deposed, control of the region automatically reverts to Britain who quickly end the riots and secure southern India. They are preparing for election of a new Indian Government with greater oversight from the British.</div></blockquote><br/>Again, either go to the OOC or RMB."
3044,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=200,2014-11-24T18:59:00,Communist Volkstrad,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22556448#p22556448"">wrote</a>:</cite>India request assistance from the Austro-Hungary.</div></blockquote><br/>Austria-Hungary will send shipments of Maxim guns, and small arms. We are also sending artillery and shells. We're sending supplies of ammunition as well. Finally, we are shipping out officers and advisers to help train the Indian military.<br/>We may also send direct military support if things go poorly for India."
3045,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=200,2014-11-24T19:00:00,Badassistanian,We immediately arm and mobilize troops to the borders any British that tries to cross dies and artillery fire upon British ships and we already had troops in india
3046,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=200,2014-11-24T19:01:00,Badassistanian,We continue setting up the base
3047,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=200,2014-11-24T19:02:00,Badassistanian,We ask our faithful allies to join in war
3048,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=200,2014-11-24T19:02:00,The New Socialist Empire,Indian forces have accepted British control and relinquished the control over the Chinese Border. Trade is flowing again and only revolutionaries remain in opposition.<br/>You didn't have troops in India you only just requested construction of a base.
3049,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=200,2014-11-24T19:03:00,The New Socialist Empire,The Russian Republic announces it shall support its allies and is sending troops to India through China to fight off the Invaders. They also begun full mobilization to their western border to defend their nation.
3050,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=200,2014-11-24T19:04:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Socialist Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22556703#p22556703"">wrote</a>:</cite>Indian forces have accepted British control and relinquished the control over the Chinese Border. Trade is flowing again and only revolutionaries remain in opposition.<br/>You didn't have troops in India you only just requested construction of a base.</div></blockquote><br/>No God-modding you don't control India."
3051,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=200,2014-11-24T19:05:00,Badassistanian,We slow down on killing British peace insues but in protest we begin an Indian invasion
3052,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=200,2014-11-24T19:06:00,Togeria,India has sent a Declaration of Independence to UK.
3053,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=200,2014-11-24T19:07:00,Badassistanian,I meant Italian why I said India I don't know
3054,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=200,2014-11-24T19:07:00,Togeria,Japan declares war on China the naval fleet begins hitting key ports in China.
3055,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=225,2014-11-24T19:09:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22556819#p22556819"">wrote</a>:</cite>I meant Italian why I said India I don't know</div></blockquote><br/>because of Italy's lack of an army we push the front quickly"
3056,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=225,2014-11-24T19:11:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22556851#p22556851"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22556819#p22556819"">wrote</a>:</cite>I meant Italian why I said India I don't know</div></blockquote><br/>because of Italy's lack of an army we push the front quickly</div></blockquote><br/>we send our troops in to city after city raising our flag we are predicted a surender of Italy within 2 days"
3057,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=225,2014-11-24T19:15:00,SECP,"Hey just got back seemed to miss a lot so i might have missed something weal speed reading.<br/><br/>Germany has a new main infantry unit the Kiserstoopers or (KS). 1st we wish to build an outpost in Switzerland and Astro-Hungary and supply them with KS units. 2nd we send an alliance pact to Japan.<br/>3rd we support Switzerland with the territory gain in Italy, Italy owes Switzerland so it owes it. 4th we would like to send a KS brigade and weapons/supplies into India to help with the disorder."
3058,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=225,2014-11-24T19:17:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>SECP <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22557009#p22557009"">wrote</a>:</cite>Hey just got back seemed to miss a lot so i might have missed something weal speed reading.<br/><br/>Germany has a new main infantry unit the Kiserstoopers or (KS). 1st we wish to build an outpost in Switzerland and Astro-Hungary and supply them with KS units. 2nd we send an alliance pact to Japan.<br/>3rd we support Switzerland with the territory gain in Italy, Italy owes Switzerland so it owes it. 4th we would like to send a KS brigade and weapons/supplies into India to help with the disorder.</div></blockquote><br/>ya I'm in the middle of invading Italy for the rest of its territores"
3059,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=225,2014-11-24T19:17:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>SECP <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22557009#p22557009"">wrote</a>:</cite>Hey just got back seemed to miss a lot so i might have missed something weal speed reading.<br/><br/>Germany has a new main infantry unit the Kiserstoopers or (KS). 1st we wish to build an outpost in Switzerland and Astro-Hungary and supply them with KS units. 2nd we send an alliance pact to Japan.<br/>3rd we support Switzerland with the territory gain in Italy, Italy owes Switzerland so it owes it. 4th we would like to send a KS brigade and weapons/supplies into India to help with the disorder.</div></blockquote><br/>India accepts help from Germany. Japan accepts the alliance with Germany."
3060,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=225,2014-11-24T19:18:00,Syndikat,"France condemns Switzerland for it's invasion of Italy. France has further fortified the French-Swiss border as a defensive measure.<br/><br/>France also wishes to purchase arms from the UK and Russia, and join the joint weapons development program."
3061,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=225,2014-11-24T19:19:00,Communist Volkstrad,Austria-Hungary accepts the request.
3062,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=225,2014-11-24T19:19:00,Badassistanian,With the rapid advance of Swiss soldiers Italy will fall even sooner expected are you with me in this invasion germany
3063,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=225,2014-11-24T19:20:00,SECP,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22557031#p22557031"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>SECP <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22557009#p22557009"">wrote</a>:</cite>Hey just got back seemed to miss a lot so i might have missed something weal speed reading.<br/><br/>Germany has a new main infantry unit the Kiserstoopers or (KS). 1st we wish to build an outpost in Switzerland and Astro-Hungary and supply them with KS units. 2nd we send an alliance pact to Japan.<br/>3rd we support Switzerland with the territory gain in Italy, Italy owes Switzerland so it owes it. 4th we would like to send a KS brigade and weapons/supplies into India to help with the disorder.</div></blockquote><br/>ya I'm in the middle of invading Italy for the rest of its territores</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Does the GA care or no, Also I will support you if you need it."
3064,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=225,2014-11-24T19:21:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Syndikat <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22557056#p22557056"">wrote</a>:</cite>France condemns Switzerland for it's invasion of Italy. France has further fortified the French-Swiss border as a defensive measure.<br/><br/>France also wishes to purchase arms from the UK and Russia, and join the joint weapons development program.</div></blockquote><br/>in reply to this we continue to train soldiers and issue a draft law to make sure the borders are protected"
3065,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=225,2014-11-24T19:21:00,Togeria,"The Indian army now attack British troops, pushing them away.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">JAPAN</span><br/>Japan has commenced a invasion of China."
3066,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=225,2014-11-24T19:22:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22557100#p22557100"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Indian army now attack British troops, pushing them away. <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">JAPAN</span><br/>Japan has commenced a invasion of China.</div></blockquote><br/>Swiss support this move"
3067,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=225,2014-11-24T19:23:00,SECP,Germany starts to hand out weapons to the India military and start to help train them. I also wish to send 2 cruisers to Japan.
3068,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=225,2014-11-24T19:24:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>SECP <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22557135#p22557135"">wrote</a>:</cite>Germany starts to hand out weapons to the India military and start to help train them. I also wish to send 2 cruisers to Japan.</div></blockquote><br/>I would like to buy some ships if you are willing"
3069,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=225,2014-11-24T19:25:00,Togeria,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">INDIA</span><br/>With help from Germany, India begins to form a well trained and disciplined fighting force.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">JAPAN</span><br/>Japan accepts."
3070,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=225,2014-11-24T19:27:00,Badassistanian,We send demands to Italy for full annexation
3071,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=225,2014-11-24T19:29:00,SECP,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22557150#p22557150"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>SECP <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22557135#p22557135"">wrote</a>:</cite>Germany starts to hand out weapons to the India military and start to help train them. I also wish to send 2 cruisers to Japan.</div></blockquote><br/>I would like to buy some ships if you are willing</div></blockquote><br/><br/>We have two aging Danish cruisers if you want to buy them we will sell you them cheap since there old."
3072,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=225,2014-11-24T19:30:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>SECP <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22557259#p22557259"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22557150#p22557150"">wrote</a>:</cite>I would like to buy some ships if you are willing</div></blockquote><br/><br/>We have two aging Danish cruisers if you want to buy them we will sell you them cheap since there old.</div></blockquote><br/>deal I will use them for parts I've been building a navy"
3073,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=225,2014-11-24T19:31:00,SECP,Do you need any help with taking the rest of Italy or are you good.
3074,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=225,2014-11-24T19:31:00,Badassistanian,Italy refuses the demands so the invasion resumes deeper into Italy's land
3075,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=225,2014-11-24T19:32:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>SECP <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22557299#p22557299"">wrote</a>:</cite>Do you need any help with taking the rest of Italy or are you good.</div></blockquote><br/>no after the debt issue that did not have the money to support a military so its a pretty easy fight"
3076,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=225,2014-11-24T19:32:00,Syndikat,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22557150#p22557150"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>SECP <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22557135#p22557135"">wrote</a>:</cite>Germany starts to hand out weapons to the India military and start to help train them. I also wish to send 2 cruisers to Japan.</div></blockquote><br/>I would like to buy some ships if you are willing</div></blockquote><br/><br/>[OOC: I have to ask, why are you buying cruisers when Switzerland is landlocked? Also I know Togeria is gonna jump my shit for this, but honestly this is the fastest and easiest way to convey important OOC messages. Using the OOC or RMB is frankly just less efficient.]"
3077,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=225,2014-11-24T19:35:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Syndikat <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22557347#p22557347"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22557150#p22557150"">wrote</a>:</cite>I would like to buy some ships if you are willing</div></blockquote><br/><br/>[OOC: I have to ask, why are you buying cruisers when Switzerland is landlocked? Also I know Togeria is gonna jump my shit for this, but honestly this is the fastest and easiest way to convey important OOC messages. Using the OOC or RMB is frankly just less efficient.]</div></blockquote><br/>well they payes the debt by giving me territory down to Venice so in that I gained sea territory then I began the current invasion so I've had coast"
3078,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=225,2014-11-24T19:35:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Syndikat <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22557347#p22557347"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22557150#p22557150"">wrote</a>:</cite>I would like to buy some ships if you are willing</div></blockquote><br/><br/>[OOC: I have to ask, why are you buying cruisers when Switzerland is landlocked? Also I know Togeria is gonna jump my shit for this, but honestly this is the fastest and easiest way to convey important OOC messages. Using the OOC or RMB is frankly just less efficient.]</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: if Switzerland conquers all of Italy, then they will need a navy."
3079,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=225,2014-11-24T19:36:00,Badassistanian,Occ:sorry about grammer I'm on a phone currently
3080,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=250,2014-11-24T19:37:00,Badassistanian,Italy has fallen they agreed full annexation I have also captured what part of there great navy they still had
3081,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=250,2014-11-24T19:38:00,SECP,Germany wishes to send some troops to Japan so it can help train Japans soldiers to fight the uncountable Chinese troops.
3082,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=250,2014-11-24T19:39:00,Togeria,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">JAPAN</span><br/>Japan agrees."
3083,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=250,2014-11-24T19:39:00,Badassistanian,Switzerland will now be formally known as the empire of switerland
3084,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=250,2014-11-24T19:42:00,SECP,Germany wishes to build a base in the souther tip of India so it would be easier to send soldiers/weapons/supplies to japan.
3085,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=250,2014-11-24T19:44:00,Togeria,OOC: you need to get rid on UK's blockade.
3086,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=250,2014-11-24T19:49:00,Badassistanian,The empires citizens are filled with happiness and joy over the recent victory
3087,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=250,2014-11-24T19:56:00,Badassistanian,The Swiss navy now includes an armada of 20 ships
3088,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=250,2014-11-24T19:57:00,SECP,"Germany ask Britain to please release India from its captivity it wants to be free. Your fear that India will collapse under its own weight is longer true India is now a well capable to be on its own. It has a well run government, good trade partners, now has a professorial army, and will receive support from outside countries if it is invaded. You have to let this eagle fly."
3089,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=250,2014-11-24T20:02:00,Badassistanian,The empire of Switzerland lays claim on Corsica but does not go into military action
3090,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=250,2014-11-24T20:11:00,Togeria,"After training from the Germans, India now has a full functional fighting force. R<br/>They use guerrilla tactics to cause massive British casualties."
3091,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=250,2014-11-24T20:19:00,Badassistanian,The empire has promised to break the British blockade when its navy is good enough size to break the blockade how many ships are there we ask
3092,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=250,2014-11-24T20:23:00,SECP,"Germany would like to buy Sinai from Britain for 2,000,000 marks"
3093,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=250,2014-11-24T20:35:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>SECP <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22558264#p22558264"">wrote</a>:</cite>Germany would like to buy Sinai from Britain for 2,000,000 marks</div></blockquote><br/>I say conquer it"
3094,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=250,2014-11-25T06:15:00,SECP,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22558484#p22558484"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>SECP <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22558264#p22558264"">wrote</a>:</cite>Germany would like to buy Sinai from Britain for 2,000,000 marks</div></blockquote><br/>I say conquer it</div></blockquote><br/><br/>I'm not going to start an war for no reason if I had a reason suer but not now,not yet..."
3095,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=250,2014-11-25T07:08:00,Badassistanian,i ask France to cede Corsica to me so i can complete the empire and take all of greater Italy. I also ask Britain to remove the blockade on India or i will remove it myself
3096,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=250,2014-11-25T12:13:00,Badassistanian,Ive built a mega outpost in what was Italian Somalia and is now Swiss Somalia
3097,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=250,2014-11-25T12:50:00,Syndikat,"France will not be cedeing Corcsia to Switzerland, and does not recognize their claim over the sovereign territory of France."
3098,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=250,2014-11-25T14:22:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Syndikat <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22567384#p22567384"">wrote</a>:</cite>France will not be cedeing Corcsia to Switzerland, and does not recognize their claim over the sovereign territory of France.</div></blockquote>we wish you luck you will need it when war occurs(so you know this is not a declaration of war I am merely telling you war is close). Switzerland's draft laws have officially recruited about 25-50% of the population. These men are paid in max wages to give them a reason to fight harder. We also now have a 40 ship armada stationed in Sardinia. We also continue to militarize the swiss-French border. The empire is stronger than ever. We also declare ourselves the banking capital of the world due to the mass success of the Swiss national banks. We have turned massive profits and the GDP continues to grow."
3099,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=250,2014-11-25T15:25:00,Syndikat,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22568742#p22568742"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Syndikat <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22567384#p22567384"">wrote</a>:</cite>France will not be cedeing Corcsia to Switzerland, and does not recognize their claim over the sovereign territory of France.</div></blockquote> we wish you luck you will need it when war occurs(so you know this is not a declaration of war I am merely telling you war is close). Switzerland's draft laws have officially recruited about 25-50% of the population. These men are paid in max wages to give them a reason to fight harder. We also now have a 40 ship armada stationed in Sardinia. We also continue to militarize the swiss-French border. The empire is stronger than ever. We also declare ourselves the banking capital of the world due to the mass success of the Swiss national banks. We have turned massive profits and the GDP continues to grow.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Your intent to commit acts of aggression against France are deplorable. It seems that we were right all along to be wary of you. Although conflict is inevitable, hopefully such a war would not result in the destruction of our great nations. (This is not a declaration of war).<br/><br/>In response to the likely impending Franco-Swiss war, France greatly increases militarization along the French-Swiss border. Troops are being mobilized near the border to prepare for the defense of France. Military exercises are being conducted near the French-Swiss border, both to train troops, and to act as a deterrent against war.<br/><br/>We call out to our British allies to assist us in the event of war, and would like to purchase weaponry from the UK."
3100,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=250,2014-11-25T15:31:00,The New Socialist Empire,The UK and Russia will support French Sovereignty and is inviting France into the Weapons Development Pact.<br/>Russia<br/>Russian Forces use rail links in chain to deploy troops and artillery to combat Japanese Invasion.<br/>UK<br/>Britain declares a state of emergency in India and begins bringing in Russian Forces by smashing through the Chinese Border. They also smuggle in new artillery through the Thai Border into southern india.
3101,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=250,2014-11-25T15:34:00,Badassistanian,We ask for support from the rest of our allys if war occurs
3102,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=250,2014-11-25T15:37:00,SECP,"Breaking news Germany invades Sweden. 4 German battleships bombard Stockholm while 6 other cruisers fire on other cities and important roads while 10,000 troops land in southern Sweden and are making lager leaps in land within the 24 hours since most of Sweden's military are in the cities trying to keep order.<br/><br/>We ask no other country becomes involved this is about a personal matter between Germany and Sweden."
3103,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=250,2014-11-25T15:38:00,The New Socialist Empire,This invasion of Sweden is nothing but blatant imperialism. The UK will begin supplying the Swedish military.
3104,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=250,2014-11-25T15:39:00,SECP,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22569790#p22569790"">wrote</a>:</cite>We ask for support from the rest of our allys if war occurs</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Germany will assist any ally in their time of need."
3105,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=275,2014-11-25T15:40:00,SECP,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Socialist Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22569845#p22569845"">wrote</a>:</cite>This invasion of Sweden is nothing but blatant imperialism. The UK will begin supplying the Swedish military.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>We have asked any other countries to stay out this, this is about business."
3106,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=275,2014-11-25T15:41:00,The New Socialist Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>SECP <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22569874#p22569874"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The New Socialist Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22569845#p22569845"">wrote</a>:</cite>This invasion of Sweden is nothing but blatant imperialism. The UK will begin supplying the Swedish military.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>We have asked any other countries to stay out this, this is about business.</div></blockquote><br/>No, we will not stand by as you oppress the Swedish people. Russia will begin supplying Swedish Forces."
3107,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=275,2014-11-25T15:44:00,Badassistanian,OCC: if I get my ally's on board this will be ww1 may the best team win(I'm still not declaring war)<br/>RP:the draft law continues to recruit men we now have an army 3 times what is needed to support us but with the massive profits we can afford this we split the armada in half now there are 2 20 ship armadas wee also continue to lay down mines we begin to build trenches and militarize the border wich is now almost the toughest place to enter in the world we lay down wire and set up anti-infantry crews on the border . In case of an impending sea attack from the British we militarize the sea border to the point of it looks like d-day but all around our sea border we continue to build ships. We hire top German officers to train our men. We also send our seasoned vets to the borders
3108,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=275,2014-11-25T15:44:00,SECP,"Sweden said they would cut our iron trade on us because they said we were cheating them. We were giving them a far trade. We told them that if they cut our iron trade we will invaded and occupy them...They tried to call our bluff, it wasn't now they will pay."
3109,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=275,2014-11-25T15:48:00,The New Socialist Empire,"If you would invade Sweden for cutting trade, why did you support India cutting trade with China? The circumstances are near identical."
3110,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=275,2014-11-25T15:49:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>SECP <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22569936#p22569936"">wrote</a>:</cite>Sweden said they would cut our iron trade on us because they said we were cheating them. We were giving them a far trade. We told them that if they cut our iron trade we will invaded and occupy them...They tried to call our bluff, it wasn't now they will pay.</div></blockquote><br/>I support Germany action of invasion"
3111,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=275,2014-11-25T15:50:00,Badassistanian,I suggest Germany begins massive militarization of there French border
3112,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=275,2014-11-25T15:52:00,The New Socialist Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22569999#p22569999"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>SECP <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22569936#p22569936"">wrote</a>:</cite>Sweden said they would cut our iron trade on us because they said we were cheating them. We were giving them a far trade. We told them that if they cut our iron trade we will invaded and occupy them...They tried to call our bluff, it wasn't now they will pay.</div></blockquote><br/>I support Germany action of invasion</div></blockquote><br/>I decry Switzerland as great hypocrites. We will continue to assist Sweden until the invasion ceases."
3113,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=275,2014-11-25T15:55:00,SECP,"A german forces tried to enter Orebro we they were repeled by the Swedish Guard Army, Sweden's most veteran-ized and powerful army. They then chased our forces 2 miles south when they were cut off and surrounded for the next 12 hours they were bombarded, when they tried to break out north they were cut down by maxim guns. When lesser forces from the north supplied by Russian and British weapons tried to break there brothers out they failed due to a german reinforcement division and not knowing how to properly work the weapons. The Swedish Guard Army then tried to break out again but before they were ready german cavalry ran them though, any one who lived were taken captive. With Sweden's capital in flames by German battleship fire and their best army defeated they began to sue for peace."
3114,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=275,2014-11-25T15:56:00,Badassistanian,News papers like the Switzerland journal are supporting troops and there country in the what they call impending great war they expect this war to take place in most European country's they say countries are choosing sides and preparing. Troop moral continue to grow
3115,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=275,2014-11-25T15:57:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Socialist Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22570047#p22570047"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22569999#p22569999"">wrote</a>:</cite>I support Germany action of invasion</div></blockquote><br/>I decry Switzerland as great hypocrites. We will continue to assist Sweden until the invasion ceases.</div></blockquote><br/>Switzerland asks why Britain decry us as hypocrites"
3116,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=275,2014-11-25T15:58:00,SECP,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22570014#p22570014"">wrote</a>:</cite>I suggest Germany begins massive militarization of there French border</div></blockquote><br/><br/>I have no quarry with the Grand Alliance although they now accuse me of unneeded war actions. But right now i'm busy with Sweden, so I'll pay you with that top german training officer and some new Artillery if you would build my defense on my border for me."
3117,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=275,2014-11-25T16:00:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>SECP <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22570128#p22570128"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22570014#p22570014"">wrote</a>:</cite>I suggest Germany begins massive militarization of there French border</div></blockquote><br/><br/>I have no quarry with the Grand Alliance although they now accuse me of unneeded war actions. But right now i'm busy with Sweden, so I'll pay you with that top german training officer and some new Artillery if you would build my defense on my border for me.</div></blockquote><br/>we accept and begin work"
3118,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=275,2014-11-25T16:04:00,SECP,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Socialist Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22569987#p22569987"">wrote</a>:</cite>If you would invade Sweden for cutting trade, why did you support India cutting trade with China? The circumstances are near identical.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Then you should have no problem with it."
3119,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=275,2014-11-25T16:05:00,The New Socialist Empire,"The British Government has ordered the Creation of the British Broadcasting International who's goal is to print government news, operate government radio stations and publish literary works.The creation of new broadcast stations, Printing and Publishing Offices has begun across the length and breadth of the British Empire and Commonwealth of Nations."
3120,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=275,2014-11-25T16:07:00,The New Socialist Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>SECP <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22570217#p22570217"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The New Socialist Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22569987#p22569987"">wrote</a>:</cite>If you would invade Sweden for cutting trade, why did you support India cutting trade with China? The circumstances are near identical.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Then you should have no problem with it.</div></blockquote><br/>Firstly I have realized the circumstances are not the same as India cut off all trade whereas your invasion was prompted by them no longer wishing to maintain a trade deal with you. Anyway then surely you should have supported an invasion of India by China to reestablish trade."
3121,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=275,2014-11-25T16:08:00,Syndikat,"<blockquote><div><cite>SECP <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22569817#p22569817"">wrote</a>:</cite>Breaking news Germany invades Sweden. 4 German battleships bombard Stockholm while 6 other cruisers fire on other cities and important roads while 10,000 troops land in southern Sweden and are making lager leaps in land within the 24 hours since most of Sweden's military are in the cities trying to keep order.<br/><br/>We ask no other country becomes involved this is about a personal matter between Germany and Sweden.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>France condemns Germany for it's unnecessary acts of aggression against Sweden. French troops will not be supplied to Sweden, as they will very likely be necessary in the defense of France against Switzerland.<br/><br/>French troops are being stationed at Corsica. Military recruitment ads are being pasted up all around France, with military enrollment increasing. The French government is ready to start a draft if it becomes necessary.<br/><br/>We would also like to purchase machine guns from the UK."
3122,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=275,2014-11-25T16:10:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Syndikat <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22570254#p22570254"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>SECP <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22569817#p22569817"">wrote</a>:</cite>Breaking news Germany invades Sweden. 4 German battleships bombard Stockholm while 6 other cruisers fire on other cities and important roads while 10,000 troops land in southern Sweden and are making lager leaps in land within the 24 hours since most of Sweden's military are in the cities trying to keep order.<br/><br/>We ask no other country becomes involved this is about a personal matter between Germany and Sweden.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>France condemns Germany for it's unnecessary acts of aggression against Sweden. French troops will not be supplied to Sweden, as they will very likely be necessary in the defense of France against Switzerland. <br/><br/>French troops are being stationed at Corsica. Military recruitment ads are being pasted up all around France, with military enrollment increasing. The French government is ready to start a draft if it becomes necessary.<br/><br/>We would also like to purchase machine guns from the UK.</div></blockquote><br/>we continue to militarize in the border and build ships"
3123,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=275,2014-11-25T16:10:00,The New Socialist Empire,"The UK will supply french military needs as well as training from World Class British troops and the construction of military infrastructure as part of the Military Development Pact between Britain, France and Russia."
3124,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=275,2014-11-25T16:11:00,The New Socialist Empire,British Naval Fleet 7 stationed in Portsmouth has set sail to the Chinese coast to defend it against Japan.
3125,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=275,2014-11-25T16:13:00,Badassistanian,We begin a war bond program asking for citizens to contribute to militarization by buying one. The program is expected to produce more cash for militarization and the building of the navys we have also disbanded 1000 veterans from the Italian war
3126,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=275,2014-11-25T16:16:00,Badassistanian,The newspapers continue to roar in Switzerland with sections being dedicated to war news
3127,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=275,2014-11-25T16:18:00,Syndikat,France urges Switzerland to reconsider war. Is an island just west of Italy really worth all the death and destruction?
3128,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=275,2014-11-25T16:20:00,The New Socialist Empire,The UK offers to position new artillery and machine gun technology on Corsica to guarantee its security.
3129,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=275,2014-11-25T16:21:00,Syndikat,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Socialist Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22570400#p22570400"">wrote</a>:</cite>The UK offers to position new artillery and machine gun technology on Corsica to guarantee its security.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>We accept."
3130,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=300,2014-11-25T16:22:00,The New Socialist Empire,The Defences will be fitted and soldiers trained in their function.
3131,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=300,2014-11-25T16:22:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Syndikat <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22570365#p22570365"">wrote</a>:</cite>France urges Switzerland to reconsider war. Is an island just west of Italy really worth all the death and destruction?</div></blockquote><br/>the king of Switzerland does agree but he also wants to control all of greater Italy and Corsica is a part of that mabey we can buy it from you instead"
3132,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=300,2014-11-25T16:23:00,SECP,Germany accuses Sweden of stalling/preparing their army (whats left of it) and goes back to on the offensive. With in 4 days since the battle at Orben German troops were at Stockholm. Troops took the city with little to no recesstince in fight they were welcomed. The leader of Sweden was trying to escape the city by automobile when his car was strafed by a German aircraft. The young man who's name was Manfred Albrecht Freiherr von Richthofen was given the Iron Cross for his outstanding feat. With in the next 24 hours the rest of Sweden's politic staff made the choice to surrender to Germany with unconditional rights. Germany accepted.
3133,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=300,2014-11-25T16:25:00,SECP,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Socialist Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22570291#p22570291"">wrote</a>:</cite>British Naval Fleet 7 stationed in Portsmouth has set sail to the Chinese coast to defend it against Japan.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Why would China trust you after your the one who wanted to invade China in the first place."
3134,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=300,2014-11-25T16:26:00,The New Socialist Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>SECP <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22570425#p22570425"">wrote</a>:</cite>Germany accuses Sweden of stalling/preparing their army (whats left of it) and goes back to on the offensive. With in 4 days since the battle at Orben German troops were at Stockholm. Troops took the city with little to no recesstince in fight they were welcomed. The leader of Sweden was trying to escape the city by automobile when his car was strafed by a German aircraft. The young man who's name was Manfred Albrecht Freiherr von Richthofen was given the Iron Cross for his outstanding feat. With in the next 24 hours the rest of Sweden's politic staff made the choice to surrender to Germany with unconditional rights. Germany accepted.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: No aircraft<br/>The UK begins smuggling in guerrilla fighters into Sweden. This gives hope to Swedish resistance forces."
3135,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=300,2014-11-25T16:26:00,The New Socialist Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>SECP <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22570456#p22570456"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The New Socialist Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22570291#p22570291"">wrote</a>:</cite>British Naval Fleet 7 stationed in Portsmouth has set sail to the Chinese coast to defend it against Japan.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Why would China trust you after your the one who wanted to invade China in the first place.</div></blockquote><br/>what are you talking about?"
3136,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=300,2014-11-25T16:28:00,Badassistanian,I ask France to name the price of Corsica if we can come to an agreement hostilities will fall and I will begin small demilitarizing of the border(back to the point before this fight over Corsica)
3137,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=300,2014-11-25T16:29:00,The New Socialist Empire,The UK says that giving up Corsica would be appeasing the Swiss Empire and after that they will only want more. Do not surrender Corsica.
3138,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=300,2014-11-25T16:30:00,SECP,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Socialist Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22570469#p22570469"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>SECP <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22570425#p22570425"">wrote</a>:</cite>Germany accuses Sweden of stalling/preparing their army (whats left of it) and goes back to on the offensive. With in 4 days since the battle at Orben German troops were at Stockholm. Troops took the city with little to no recesstince in fight they were welcomed. The leader of Sweden was trying to escape the city by automobile when his car was strafed by a German aircraft. The young man who's name was Manfred Albrecht Freiherr von Richthofen was given the Iron Cross for his outstanding feat. With in the next 24 hours the rest of Sweden's politic staff made the choice to surrender to Germany with unconditional rights. Germany accepted.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: No aircraft<br/>The UK begins smuggling in guerrilla fighters into Sweden. This gives hope to Swedish resistance forces.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>What?! No aircraft i'm guessing that its easily year 1912 since we started 5 years before ww1 it would be 4 years since the creation of the airplane which gives us plenty of time to make changes to the plane."
3139,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=300,2014-11-25T16:32:00,SECP,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Socialist Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22570474#p22570474"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>SECP <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22570456#p22570456"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Why would China trust you after your the one who wanted to invade China in the first place.</div></blockquote><br/>what are you talking about?</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Sorry read a post wrong plez regard that"
3140,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=300,2014-11-25T16:33:00,The New Socialist Empire,"Hardly, I'd say its late 1910 and even if its 1912 that would mean that the aeroplane would only be existence for 1 year. Nowhere near enough time to develop a military grade aircraft, nevermind one capable of stopping a car."
3141,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=300,2014-11-25T16:38:00,Syndikat,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22570491#p22570491"">wrote</a>:</cite>I ask France to name the price of Corsica if we can come to an agreement hostilities will fall and I will begin small demilitarizing of the border(back to the point before this fight over Corsica)</div></blockquote><br/><br/>France will not cede Corsica to Switzerland. It is the sovereign territory of France, and your aggression is unjust and unnecessary. Italy at least owed you a lot of money. We currently do not owe money to Switzerland, or anything else. Your desire for Corsica can only be chalked up to imperialism."
3142,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=300,2014-11-25T16:40:00,Badassistanian,"Well<blockquote><div><cite>Syndikat <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22570605#p22570605"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22570491#p22570491"">wrote</a>:</cite>I ask France to name the price of Corsica if we can come to an agreement hostilities will fall and I will begin small demilitarizing of the border(back to the point before this fight over Corsica)</div></blockquote><br/><br/>France will not cede Corsica to Switzerland. It is the sovereign territory of France, and your aggression is unjust and unnecessary. Italy at least owed you a lot of money. We currently do not owe money to Switzerland, or anything else. Your desire for Corsica can only be chalked up to imperialism.</div></blockquote><br/>well we will refrain then"
3143,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=300,2014-11-25T16:44:00,Badassistanian,Militarization has halted but as defensive measures we will keep the current military we have also ended the draft law. We take our focus over to advancing Libya
3144,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=300,2014-11-25T16:47:00,Togeria,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">JAPAN</span><br/>As Japan goes deeper into China, spies are sent to stir up any animosity about the European powers inside. Japan pushes the Russians out of Manchuria, and began using guerrilla attacks, along with higher elevation to cause casualties.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">INDIA</span><br/>As the war wages on the guerrilla attacks prove successful. Indians push the British out the the jungle, and in plain areas they have developed dead holes. Places where they dug up the dirt, putting in few machine gunners, and sharpshooters to inflict heavy casualties. India request help from Austro-Hungary, and Switzerland."
3145,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=300,2014-11-25T16:48:00,The New Socialist Empire,If Switzerland is to seize control over Italian colonies it must relinquish its hold on Italy. It's debt is not so great that it loses everything.
3146,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=300,2014-11-25T16:49:00,Badassistanian,We begin trade with Ethiopia
3147,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=300,2014-11-25T16:50:00,Syndikat,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22570661#p22570661"">wrote</a>:</cite>Militarization has halted but as defensive measures we will keep the current military we have also ended the draft law. We take our focus over to advancing Libya</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Slight demilitarization of the French-Swiss border has started. Troops are being removed from Corsica as well. Troops and fortifications will still remain on the border and on Corsica for defense."
3148,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=300,2014-11-25T16:51:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Socialist Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22570680#p22570680"">wrote</a>:</cite>If Switzerland is to seize control over Italian colonies it must relinquish its hold on Italy. It's debt is not so great that it loses everything.</div></blockquote><br/>do you not remember I conquered the Italian mainland and they surrendered there whole country wich includes colony (it happened after you blockaded India)"
3149,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=300,2014-11-25T16:53:00,The New Socialist Empire,"First Deployment of new artillery in India proves major success. After locating a major guerrilla base just beyond the safe zone, the artillery eradicated it quickly and effectively. British Forces have begun to advance expanding the safe zone by several miles. Similar results in china as Artillery Trains allow Russian Forces to push halfway back into Manchuria. The Chinese Government has accepted a request form the British Broadcasting International to begin broadcasting news of the war. British Guerrillas are focused on stoking the anti Japanese fires in rural regions. Spies are gathering further Japanese intelligence."
3150,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=300,2014-11-25T16:54:00,The New Socialist Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22570715#p22570715"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The New Socialist Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22570680#p22570680"">wrote</a>:</cite>If Switzerland is to seize control over Italian colonies it must relinquish its hold on Italy. It's debt is not so great that it loses everything.</div></blockquote><br/>do you not remember I conquered the Italian mainland and they surrendered there whole country wich includes colony (it happened after you blockaded India)</div></blockquote><br/>I know we're protesting it as there debt was not large enough to warrant such an action and as such we demand the colonies be granted Independence or returned to Italian control."
3151,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=300,2014-11-25T16:55:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Socialist Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22570739#p22570739"">wrote</a>:</cite>First Deployment of new artillery in India proves major success. After locating a major guerrilla base just beyond the safe zone, the artillery eradicated it quickly and effectively. British Forces have begun to advance expanding the safe zone by several miles. Similar results in china as Artillery Trains allow Russian Forces to push halfway back into Manchuria. The Chinese Government has accepted a request form the British Broadcasting International to begun broadcasting news of the war. British Guerrillas are focused on stoking the anti Japanese fires in rural regions. Spies are gathering further Japanese intelligence.</div></blockquote><br/>due to British militarization in India we wish to send left over arms and artillery to india"
3152,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=300,2014-11-25T16:57:00,The New Socialist Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22570754#p22570754"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The New Socialist Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22570739#p22570739"">wrote</a>:</cite>First Deployment of new artillery in India proves major success. After locating a major guerrilla base just beyond the safe zone, the artillery eradicated it quickly and effectively. British Forces have begun to advance expanding the safe zone by several miles. Similar results in china as Artillery Trains allow Russian Forces to push halfway back into Manchuria. The Chinese Government has accepted a request form the British Broadcasting International to begun broadcasting news of the war. British Guerrillas are focused on stoking the anti Japanese fires in rural regions. Spies are gathering further Japanese intelligence.</div></blockquote><br/>due to British militarization in India we wish to send left over arms and artillery to india</div></blockquote><br/>Not militarization we're fighting a war against revolutionaries. support for these revolutionaries will result in a declaration of war."
3153,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=300,2014-11-25T16:57:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Socialist Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22570747#p22570747"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22570715#p22570715"">wrote</a>:</cite>do you not remember I conquered the Italian mainland and they surrendered there whole country wich includes colony (it happened after you blockaded India)</div></blockquote><br/>I know we're protesting it as there debt was not large enough to warrant such an action and as such we demand the colonies be granted Independence or returned to Italian control.</div></blockquote><br/>my plan is to keep the colonies near Ethiopia and advance Libya and eventually give them independence."
3154,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=300,2014-11-25T16:58:00,Badassistanian,Sorry India I currently can't risk a war with britain
3155,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=325,2014-11-25T17:00:00,The New Socialist Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22570773#p22570773"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The New Socialist Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22570747#p22570747"">wrote</a>:</cite>I know we're protesting it as there debt was not large enough to warrant such an action and as such we demand the colonies be granted Independence or returned to Italian control.</div></blockquote><br/>my plan is to keep the colonies near Ethiopia and advance Libya and eventually give them independence.</div></blockquote><br/>In response to recent Swiss activity in Libya, British Egypt has sent trade requests. The Government is initiating a free education initiative in the country and New Industrial Investment."
3156,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=325,2014-11-25T17:01:00,Togeria,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">JAPAN</span><br/>Japanese troops begin tearing apart railroad lines, stopping transportation. They use artillery to kill any Russian soldiers. In the seas, the fleet has formed a blockade to block any British ships from coming.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">INDIA</span><br/>Indian troops now start to block railway lines, and shooting high ranking officers from the Russian army causing disorder and chaos. They push the invaders back, near the coast they take to burning British camps, and as with the Russians killing high ranking soldiers. Canons are put near the coast to hit British supply ships."
3157,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=325,2014-11-25T17:02:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Socialist Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22570795#p22570795"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22570773#p22570773"">wrote</a>:</cite>my plan is to keep the colonies near Ethiopia and advance Libya and eventually give them independence.</div></blockquote><br/>In response to recent Swiss activity in Libya, British Egypt has sent trade requests. The Government is initiating a free education initiative in the country and New Industrial Investment.</div></blockquote><br/>we accept Egypt's request"
3158,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=325,2014-11-25T17:10:00,The New Socialist Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22570804#p22570804"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">JAPAN</span><br/>Japanese troops begin tearing apart railroad lines, stopping transportation. They use artillery to kill any Russian soldiers. In the seas, the fleet has formed a blockade to block any British ships from coming. <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">INDIA</span><br/>Indian troops now start to block railway lines, and shooting high ranking officers from the Russian army causing disorder and chaos. They push the invaders back, near the coast they take to burning British camps, and as with the Russians killing high ranking soldiers. Canons are put near the coast to hit British supply ships.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">UK</span><br/>You seem to be overestimating the power of Indian military forces,<br/>Anyway, British Military forces have set up a defensive wall of artillery and machine guns separating the safe and disputed zones. British Forces are now using Professional Guerrillas to sabotage enemy bases, burn crops and assassinate military leaders. British Naval Forces hear of an enemy blockade and continue regardless unafraid of the inferior Japanese navy<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Russia</span><br/>Russian advances in china continue largely unhindered by enemy efforts. The enemy artillery simply does not have the range to compete with the Russian artillery and the Russian military forces simply rebuild the rails or transport by roads when they reach a problem. The superiorly equipped and trained Russian forces keep pushing forward."
3159,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=325,2014-11-25T17:10:00,Badassistanian,We send a trade agreement to Britain in order to help relations
3160,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=325,2014-11-25T17:12:00,The New Socialist Empire,Britain accepts and trade can begin.
3161,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=325,2014-11-25T17:12:00,Badassistanian,We begin mass road improvements in Libya and we form a draft for Libyans in order to grow there own military
3162,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=325,2014-11-25T17:15:00,The New Socialist Empire,"British Egypt constructs its first experimental project, the Great Observatory. This Observatory contains the most powerful telescope ever created and is a shining light of British engineering."
3163,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=325,2014-11-25T17:18:00,Badassistanian,We begin to build a Libyan government setting it up as a monarchy the first king will be voted in
3164,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=325,2014-11-25T17:19:00,Togeria,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">INDIA</span><br/>India continues their war asking all out there to help them. They seem to be able to counter most British maneuvers, but superior numbers and their empire slowly out matches them. India sends the UK a telegram, saying that if Britain recognizes them as a republic they will give the empire special trading rights, and loyalty for 13yrs.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">JAPAN</span><br/>Japan realizing that taking on two empires would be disastrous in their current state offer the Chinese government a armistice. They accept."
3165,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=325,2014-11-25T17:21:00,The New Socialist Empire,The British Navy has smashed the Japanese Blockade only losing a few ships. They have begun to cut off all transport between china and japan and as such Japanese Invaders have been cut off from reinforcements. Britain has demanded that every centimeter of Chinese land be returned to its rightful owner.
3166,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=325,2014-11-25T17:23:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Socialist Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22570985#p22570985"">wrote</a>:</cite>The British Navy has smashed the Japanese Blockade only losing a few ships. They have begun to cut off all transport between china and japan and as such Japanese Invaders have been cut off from reinforcements. Britain has demanded that every centimeter of Chinese land be returned to its rightful owner.</div></blockquote><br/>we ask you to stop or we will be forced to aid"
3167,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=325,2014-11-25T17:24:00,The New Socialist Empire,The Indian Conflict continues with Russian Forces preparing to commit fully to a northern assault. Britain has stated that in the past India has shown itself unable to keep to the terms of agreements and as such peace will not yet be considered unless the terms are more favourable.
3168,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=325,2014-11-25T17:25:00,The New Socialist Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22571008#p22571008"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The New Socialist Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22570985#p22570985"">wrote</a>:</cite>The British Navy has smashed the Japanese Blockade only losing a few ships. They have begun to cut off all transport between china and japan and as such Japanese Invaders have been cut off from reinforcements. Britain has demanded that every centimeter of Chinese land be returned to its rightful owner.</div></blockquote><br/>we ask you to stop or we will be forced to aid</div></blockquote><br/>In this action Switzerland has shown that it cares little for morals and only in its power and the power of its allies."
3169,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=325,2014-11-25T17:27:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Socialist Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22571019#p22571019"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22571008#p22571008"">wrote</a>:</cite>we ask you to stop or we will be forced to aid</div></blockquote><br/>In this action Switzerland has shown that it cares little for morals and only in its power and the power of its allies.</div></blockquote><br/>my morals are to protect my freinds"
3170,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=325,2014-11-25T17:28:00,The New Socialist Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22571047#p22571047"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The New Socialist Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22571019#p22571019"">wrote</a>:</cite>In this action Switzerland has shown that it cares little for morals and only in its power and the power of its allies.</div></blockquote><br/>my morals are to protect my freinds</div></blockquote><br/>Protecting their stolen lands, very moral."
3171,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=325,2014-11-25T17:29:00,Togeria,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">JAPAN</span><br/>Japan will only agree when the UK backs down and let's them discuss the matter with China.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">INDIA</span><br/>India rushes several artillery and Calvary units to the north, dead spotters begin hitting the Russians. India says they will give UK trading rights for 50yrs. They will not swear loyalty, but if Britain gets into any major conflicts they will stay neutral for two years."
3172,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=325,2014-11-25T17:34:00,Syndikat,"With the armistice between Japan and China, France urges Japan to return any taken lands back to China."
3173,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=325,2014-11-25T17:37:00,The New Socialist Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22571061#p22571061"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">JAPAN</span><br/>Japan will only agree when the UK backs down and let's them discuss the matter with China. <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">INDIA</span><br/>India rushes several artillery and Calvary units to the north, dead spotters begin hitting the Russians. India says they will give UK trading rights for 50yrs. They will not swear loyalty, but if Britain gets into any major conflicts they will stay neutral for two years.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Japan will not discuss the matter with China unless UK military forces can be assured the negotiations will proceed in such a way that China is given its lands and reparations for Japanese Imperialism.<br/><br/>The Russian and UK forces launch a simultaneous assault on Disputed India and as such securing settlements. The region is partially secure however guerrilla numbers are still large. British Forces are now focused on restoring order to this dangerous regions. As such they have begun to turn these cities into strongholds to operate from, as the countryside is still very much in rebel control."
3174,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=325,2014-11-25T17:38:00,Togeria,"The armistice has lead to peace talks. China has agreed to give Manchuria to China in exhange for 12million yen, and exclusive trading rights for 45yrs. The war is over as both sides declare peace.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">JAPAN</span><br/>Japan offers trade to France and Russia."
3175,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=325,2014-11-25T17:39:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Socialist Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22571152#p22571152"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22571061#p22571061"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">JAPAN</span><br/>Japan will only agree when the UK backs down and let's them discuss the matter with China. <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">INDIA</span><br/>India rushes several artillery and Calvary units to the north, dead spotters begin hitting the Russians. India says they will give UK trading rights for 50yrs. They will not swear loyalty, but if Britain gets into any major conflicts they will stay neutral for two years.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Japan will not discuss the matter with China unless UK military forces can be assured the negotiations will proceed in such a way that China is given its lands and reparations for Japanese Imperialism.<br/><br/>The Russian and UK forces launch a simultaneous assault on Disputed India and as such securing settlements. The region is partially secure however guerrilla numbers are still large. British Forces are now focused on restoring order to this dangerous regions. As such they have begun to turn these cities into strongholds to operate from, as the countryside is still very much in rebel control.</div></blockquote><br/>The India government sends a armistice to both nation, so then they can prepare peace talks."
3176,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=325,2014-11-25T17:40:00,The New Socialist Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22571166#p22571166"">wrote</a>:</cite>The armistice has lead to peace talks. China has agreed to give Manchuria to China in exhange for 12million yen, and exclusive trading rights for 45yrs. The war is over as both sides declare peace. <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">JAPAN</span><br/>Japan offers trade to France and Russia.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: You can't control both sides in peace talks, I propose Syndikat assume china's role. Urgent message kind of important i get it across straight away so it's in IC"
3177,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=325,2014-11-25T17:42:00,Orthodox Empire,Mexico would like to make an alliance with germany and japan?
3178,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=325,2014-11-25T17:43:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Socialist Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22571192#p22571192"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22571166#p22571166"">wrote</a>:</cite>The armistice has lead to peace talks. China has agreed to give Manchuria to China in exhange for 12million yen, and exclusive trading rights for 45yrs. The war is over as both sides declare peace. <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">JAPAN</span><br/>Japan offers trade to France and Russia.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: You can't control both sides in peace talks, I propose Syndikat assume china's role. Urgent message kind of important i get it across straight away so it's in IC</div></blockquote><br/>If Sydikat agrees then peace talks can commence, also you can't talk since you had several countries accept a alliance."
3179,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=325,2014-11-25T17:43:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Orthodox Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22571220#p22571220"">wrote</a>:</cite>Mexico would like to make an alliance with germany and japan?</div></blockquote><br/>Not apart of the region get out."
3180,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=350,2014-11-25T17:45:00,Badassistanian,"Major event in Libya:<br/>we grant Libya independence after we built the infrastructure, government, and military<br/>Libya will gain independence if: Switzerland gets first priority trade rights, it stats a major military and navel outpost for the Swiss, the citizens vote in a king and right a constitution approved by Swiss.<br/>are there any objections"
3181,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=350,2014-11-25T17:46:00,The New Socialist Empire,OOC: that was based on trade. It was not a military alliance
3182,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=350,2014-11-25T17:48:00,Orthodox Empire,Mexico's offer will not wait for long. There needs to be an anwser soon or the alliance with germany and japan will leave the table.
3183,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=350,2014-11-25T17:49:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Socialist Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22571264#p22571264"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: that was based on trade. It was not a military alliance</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: you also two times took control over another players country to influences it's actions, and my treaty only helped china with that logic."
3184,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=350,2014-11-25T17:49:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Orthodox Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22571301#p22571301"">wrote</a>:</cite>Mexico's offer will not wait for long. There needs to be an anwser soon or the alliance with germany and japan will leave the table.</div></blockquote><br/>leave your not allowed here"
3185,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=350,2014-11-25T17:51:00,Badassistanian,So no objections to Libya's independence
3186,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=350,2014-11-25T17:51:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Orthodox Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22571301#p22571301"">wrote</a>:</cite>Mexico's offer will not wait for long. There needs to be an anwser soon or the alliance with germany and japan will leave the table.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: not apart of the region. If all people here agree to it you can stay."
3187,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=350,2014-11-25T17:51:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22571333#p22571333"">wrote</a>:</cite>So no objections to Libya's independence</div></blockquote><br/>No. It can happen."
3188,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=350,2014-11-25T17:51:00,The New Socialist Empire,"OOC:Yes, I got china to agree to a trade network and I don't remember the other instance"
3189,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=350,2014-11-25T17:52:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22571334#p22571334"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Orthodox Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22571301#p22571301"">wrote</a>:</cite>Mexico's offer will not wait for long. There needs to be an anwser soon or the alliance with germany and japan will leave the table.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: not apart of the region. If all people here agree to it you can stay.</div></blockquote><br/>mars is Mexico remember"
3190,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=350,2014-11-25T17:52:00,Badassistanian,Libya is now its own country may god have mercy on it
3191,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=350,2014-11-25T17:54:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22571345#p22571345"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22571334#p22571334"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: not apart of the region. If all people here agree to it you can stay.</div></blockquote><br/>mars is Mexico remember</div></blockquote><br/>Oh, yea forgot. Anyway dude get out. Not you Badassia<br/><br/>The second time was when your tried to control India to do something(I forgot) and I caught you on god modding."
3192,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=350,2014-11-25T17:55:00,Syndikat,"[OOC: I can take on China for the peace treaty. I'll do the best job I can. Sorry if I'm a bit slow, I'll be eating dinner.]"
3193,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=350,2014-11-25T17:55:00,Togeria,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">INDIA</span><br/>India awaits word from Russia and the UK, requesting help from Switzerland to fight on their side."
3194,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=350,2014-11-25T17:55:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Syndikat <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22571386#p22571386"">wrote</a>:</cite>[OOC: I can take on China for the peace treaty. I'll do the best job I can. Sorry if I'm a bit slow, I'll be eating dinner.]</div></blockquote><br/>Ok cool your China I'll add it to the list."
3195,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=350,2014-11-25T17:56:00,The New Socialist Empire,"OOC: Oh that was a statement not an event, I stated that as Indian forces had fallen under British control they were to open the border and anyone who opposed would now be classified as a rebel."
3196,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=350,2014-11-25T17:58:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22571390#p22571390"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">INDIA</span> <br/>India awaits word from Russia and the UK, requesting help from Switzerland to fight on their side.</div></blockquote><br/>Switzerland aids by handing out weopens to Indian resistance fighters from the Swiss base in india"
3197,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=350,2014-11-25T17:59:00,The New Socialist Empire,The UK and Russia will negotiate with India. Forces will continue maximum security in the Safe Zone and Fortress Settlements
3198,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=350,2014-11-25T18:00:00,Togeria,As the peace treaty commence. The Indian government ask what they can do to get full independence from the UK.
3199,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=350,2014-11-25T18:01:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Socialist Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22571451#p22571451"">wrote</a>:</cite>The UK and Russia will negotiate with India. Forces will continue maximum security in the Safe Zone and Fortress Settlements</div></blockquote><br/>I vote that you let India go it could be your grave we are negotiating"
3200,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=350,2014-11-25T18:04:00,The New Socialist Empire,"Full Independence cannot be given as it is clear southern India does not desire it. However we are willing to give you full autonomy in the north so long as you maintain a non aggression pact with the UK and its allies, as well as allowing British trade with china to travel through your nation to the south. However India must maintain free and fair elections and trade with the UK."
3201,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=350,2014-11-25T18:05:00,The New Socialist Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22571480#p22571480"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The New Socialist Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22571451#p22571451"">wrote</a>:</cite>The UK and Russia will negotiate with India. Forces will continue maximum security in the Safe Zone and Fortress Settlements</div></blockquote><br/>I vote that you let India go it could be your grave we are negotiating</div></blockquote><br/>Your opinion cannot be trusted on this matter"
3202,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=350,2014-11-25T18:09:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Socialist Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22571530#p22571530"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22571480#p22571480"">wrote</a>:</cite>I vote that you let India go it could be your grave we are negotiating</div></blockquote><br/>Your opinion cannot be trusted on this matter</div></blockquote><br/>well that's certainly how you bury the hatchet"
3203,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=350,2014-11-25T18:09:00,The New Socialist Empire,"yes, we do own a variety of hatchets"
3204,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=350,2014-11-25T18:11:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Socialist Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22571518#p22571518"">wrote</a>:</cite>Full Independence cannot be given as it is clear southern India does not desire it. However we are willing to give you full autonomy in the north so long as you maintain a non aggression pact with the UK and its allies, as well as allowing British trade with china to travel through your nation to the south. However India must maintain free and fair elections and trade with the UK.</div></blockquote><br/>India argues that all of India wants full autonomy. We've proven capable of electing our own governments and to split India in half would not only be disastrous morally but economically. We will agree to a non aggression pact, and will agree to breakdown the blockade of China. In order for India to truly serve the nation we must be united, and as such we will not be in half, all others demands are acceptable."
3205,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=375,2014-11-25T18:14:00,The New Socialist Empire,It is not fair to force those who do not wish Independence to leave the nation they call theirs. These citizens call themselves British Indians and in an majority support British rule and as such deserve to have their wishes granted as yours are to be granted.
3206,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=375,2014-11-25T18:14:00,Badassistanian,We ask if anyone has land for sale we are looking to expand in a peaceful way we are looking for mainly non developed areas
3207,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=375,2014-11-25T18:15:00,The New Socialist Empire,"We will sell you Old Farmer Greg's chicken farm in East Shropshire, so long as you don't place any military units. Only 4 million pounds."
3208,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=375,2014-11-25T18:16:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Socialist Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22571668#p22571668"">wrote</a>:</cite>We will sell you Old Farmer Greg's chicken farm in East Shropshire, so long as you don't place any military units. Only 4 million pounds.</div></blockquote><br/>fuck you"
3209,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=375,2014-11-25T18:17:00,The New Socialist Empire,It's a fair offer and well the land is quite valuable. It's all we are willing to sell.
3210,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=375,2014-11-25T18:18:00,Badassistanian,Occ: we can say fuck on the forum
3211,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=375,2014-11-25T18:19:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Socialist Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22571649#p22571649"">wrote</a>:</cite>It is not fair to force those who do not wish Independence to leave the nation they call theirs. These citizens call themselves British Indians and in an majority support British rule and as such deserve to have their wishes granted as yours are to be granted.</div></blockquote><br/>We will allow them to support the UK as they wish, but this is our land and not yours. You have come in burned our land, kill our men, and spread you propaganda. You are no gooder then the devil himself. True they wish to support the UK, but they wish for a united India even more. As such if you expect us to help support you economically and be allies with you in the future India must be united under a republic."
3212,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=375,2014-11-25T18:20:00,Communist Volkstrad,"The Austro-Hungarian Empire inputs that, rather than splitting India in half, the most Pro-British segment of South India should be given to the British Empire, while the rest goes to Independent India, as a compromise."
3213,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=375,2014-11-25T18:20:00,Badassistanian,The Switzerland journal wich is more popular than ever recent headliner was Britain is the most untrustworthy nations voted by the citizens
3214,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=375,2014-11-25T18:21:00,Badassistanian,Does France have any territories for sell
3215,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=375,2014-11-25T18:21:00,The New Socialist Empire,That's the same as splitting the nation except more goes to Independent India. Pro British people are still treated unfairly.
3216,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=375,2014-11-25T18:22:00,The New Socialist Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22571727#p22571727"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Switzerland journal wich is more popular than ever recent headliner was Britain is the most untrustworthy nations voted by the citizens</div></blockquote><br/>Tabloid Journalism only does so much"
3217,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=375,2014-11-25T18:22:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Communist Volkstrad <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22571723#p22571723"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Austro-Hungarian Empire inputs that, rather than splitting India in half, the most Pro-British segment of South India should be given to the British Empire, while the rest goes to Independent India, as a compromise.</div></blockquote><br/>No part of India will be under British rule, we will simply allow British trade into south India as it will boost morale among both parties, and allow India to grow."
3218,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=375,2014-11-25T18:23:00,The New Socialist Empire,"By coincidence, the BBI has released a report on International Peace Processes which is being read and heard across the Empire, Commonwealth, India and China."
3219,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=375,2014-11-25T18:24:00,The New Socialist Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22571753#p22571753"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Communist Volkstrad <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22571723#p22571723"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Austro-Hungarian Empire inputs that, rather than splitting India in half, the most Pro-British segment of South India should be given to the British Empire, while the rest goes to Independent India, as a compromise.</div></blockquote><br/>No part of India will be under British rule, we will simply allow British trade into south India as it will boost morale among both parties, and allow India to grow.</div></blockquote><br/>We will not force British citizens to live under Indian Rule. South India will remain British."
3220,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=375,2014-11-25T18:25:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Socialist Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22571750#p22571750"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22571727#p22571727"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Switzerland journal wich is more popular than ever recent headliner was Britain is the most untrustworthy nations voted by the citizens</div></blockquote><br/>Tabloid Journalism only does so much</div></blockquote><br/>I know I'm just showing the recent headlines"
3221,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=375,2014-11-25T18:26:00,Badassistanian,Britain go home India has fought hard and deserves it we will continue to supply arms if a deal is not made
3222,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=375,2014-11-25T18:27:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Socialist Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22571783#p22571783"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22571753#p22571753"">wrote</a>:</cite>No part of India will be under British rule, we will simply allow British trade into south India as it will boost morale among both parties, and allow India to grow.</div></blockquote><br/>We will not force British citizens to live under Indian Rule. South India will remain British.</div></blockquote><br/>No India will be united, as they are Indian first and British second. Your empire will not subjugate the people. You have spread you vile propaganda amongst the south, and it is up to us to give them back their pride in their home country."
3223,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=375,2014-11-25T18:29:00,Syndikat,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22571736#p22571736"">wrote</a>:</cite>Does France have any territories for sell</div></blockquote><br/><br/>We have a 100m^2 landfill in St. Pierre for 2 500 000 francs."
3224,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=375,2014-11-25T18:30:00,The New Socialist Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22571815#p22571815"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The New Socialist Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22571783#p22571783"">wrote</a>:</cite>We will not force British citizens to live under Indian Rule. South India will remain British.</div></blockquote><br/>No India will be united, as they are Indian first and British second. Your empire will not subjugate the people. You have spread you vile propaganda amongst the south, and it is up to us to give them back their pride in their home country.</div></blockquote><br/>Those who claim to fight oppression when it suits them, are perfectly happy to oppress when it suits them. Our actions have always been to protect British citizens and yes they are British first. It's there choice and you can't accuse us of spreading propaganda when your movement is founded on nationalism."
3225,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=375,2014-11-25T18:31:00,Syndikat,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22571727#p22571727"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Switzerland journal wich is more popular than ever recent headliner was Britain is the most untrustworthy nations voted by the citizens</div></blockquote><br/><br/>How high did France rank on this little list?"
3226,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=375,2014-11-25T18:31:00,The New Socialist Empire,"If India wishes to resume war, we will.<br/>OOC: what happened to china-japan negotiations."
3227,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=375,2014-11-25T18:33:00,Badassistanian,If war continues we will aid India with training and arms
3228,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=375,2014-11-25T18:33:00,Syndikat,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Socialist Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22571888#p22571888"">wrote</a>:</cite>If India wishes to resume war, we will.<br/>OOC: what happened to china-japan negotiations.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>[OOC: I don't know what happened there. Anyway, I have to go and finished a chem project I procrastinated on for 3 weeks and is due tomorrow. So fair well for now.]"
3229,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=375,2014-11-25T18:34:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Syndikat <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22571881#p22571881"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22571727#p22571727"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Switzerland journal wich is more popular than ever recent headliner was Britain is the most untrustworthy nations voted by the citizens</div></blockquote><br/><br/>How high did France rank on this little list?</div></blockquote><br/>3rd surprisingly somehow china managed 2cnd"
3230,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=400,2014-11-25T18:35:00,Togeria,"It is founded on Indian pride, everytime India has become self sufficient the UK has kicked our legs from under us. Forcing us to pick our selves up before you do it again. Why not give us a chance to govern ourselfs, are you scared? Scared that India will rise to outshine the mighty empire, just as the U.S is doing. We have not been given a proper chance to show our worth on the global scale, give us our independence, and we will become the number one superpower! And all without help from Britain"
3231,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=400,2014-11-25T18:37:00,Badassistanian,Swiss begins to train newest Indian revolutionary recruits at secret locations
3232,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=400,2014-11-25T18:37:00,Badassistanian,Swiss begins to train newest Indian revolutionary recruits at secret locations
3233,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=400,2014-11-25T18:38:00,The New Socialist Empire,OOC: I have to go now
3234,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=400,2014-11-25T18:38:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22571977#p22571977"">wrote</a>:</cite>Swiss begins to train newest Indian revolutionary recruits at secret locations</div></blockquote><br/>occ sorry double post"
3235,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=400,2014-11-25T18:38:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Socialist Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22571980#p22571980"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: I have to go now</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: ok."
3236,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=400,2014-11-25T18:56:00,Badassistanian,Occ:you should link mars here
3237,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=400,2014-11-25T19:06:00,Togeria,"OOC: yeah, I'll do that now."
3238,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=400,2014-11-25T19:07:00,Badassistanian,We move ships to our military outpost in Swiss Somalia 40ship armada with the best cruisers and such. We leave 40 other ships in sardinia
3239,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=400,2014-11-25T19:14:00,Togeria,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">JAPAN</span><br/><br/>Japan seeing the conditions in India unfair herby puts a embargo on all British goods, now getting its resources from other empires and the U.S and Mexico. Japan advises all countries to do this until India is free."
3240,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=400,2014-11-25T19:17:00,Badassistanian,We resume militarization of French border and the coast we also follow with Japan and embargo Britain trade to France continues we stress other nations due this till India is free
3241,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=400,2014-11-25T19:21:00,Communist Volkstrad,Austria Hungary likewise puts an Embargo on the British Empire.
3242,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=400,2014-11-25T19:28:00,Badassistanian,The central powers offer an alliance to the us we plan to take on the Britain and France join the superior team
3243,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=400,2014-11-25T19:33:00,Syndikat,"On behalf of the Great Alliance, all member states of the Great Alliance (China, UK, Commonwealth of Nations, France, Spain, Russia, Thailand, and Southern India will embargo every Central Power state.<br/><br/>This message is on behalf of the Great Alliance, not France."
3244,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=400,2014-11-25T19:34:00,Syndikat,France would like to offer a trade relationship and military defense pact to the United States of America.
3245,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=400,2014-11-25T19:35:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Syndikat <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22572606#p22572606"">wrote</a>:</cite>On behalf of the Great Alliance, all member states of the Great Alliance (China, UK, Commonwealth of Nations, France, Spain, Russia, Thailand, and Southern India will embargo every Central Power state.<br/><br/>OOC:This message is on behalf of the Great Alliance, not France.</div></blockquote><br/>Southern India isn't official yet."
3246,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=400,2014-11-25T19:35:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Syndikat <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22572606#p22572606"">wrote</a>:</cite>On behalf of the Great Alliance, all member states of the Great Alliance (China, UK, Commonwealth of Nations, France, Spain, Russia, Thailand, and Southern India will embargo every Central Power state.<br/><br/>This message is on behalf of the Great Alliance, not France.</div></blockquote><br/>I begin to blockade all ports of France I also land troops on Sardinia wich is easily captured"
3247,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=400,2014-11-25T19:36:00,Badassistanian,We begin to shell France and cross the border because of lack of military we push the front with ease
3248,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=400,2014-11-25T19:39:00,Syndikat,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22572652#p22572652"">wrote</a>:</cite>We begin to shell France and cross the border because of lack of military we push the front with ease</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Troops are immediately mobilized to Corsica to engage Swiss troops. Reinforcements are being sent to the French-Swiss border as French artillery beings firing over the border.<br/><br/>[Didn't even give me a formal declaration. That's pretty rude.]"
3249,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=400,2014-11-25T19:42:00,Communist Volkstrad,"After France attacks the Swiss, the Austro-Hungarian Empire declares war upon France. Austro-Hungarian troops cross through the Swiss Empire and into France from the South-East."
3250,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=400,2014-11-25T19:42:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Syndikat <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22572675#p22572675"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22572652#p22572652"">wrote</a>:</cite>We begin to shell France and cross the border because of lack of military we push the front with ease</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Troops are immediately mobilized to Corsica to engage Swiss troops. Reinforcements are being sent to the French-Swiss border as French artillery beings firing over the border.<br/><br/>[Didn't even give me a formal declaration. That's pretty rude.]</div></blockquote><br/>French artillery was already destroyed because of lack of troops and Sardinia is blockaded we Conti ue to push with 50%of our massive army and meet the reinforcements they are dealt with quickly"
3251,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=400,2014-11-25T19:43:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22572724#p22572724"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Syndikat <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22572675#p22572675"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Troops are immediately mobilized to Corsica to engage Swiss troops. Reinforcements are being sent to the French-Swiss border as French artillery beings firing over the border.<br/><br/>[Didn't even give me a formal declaration. That's pretty rude.]</div></blockquote><br/>French artillery was already destroyed because of lack of troops and Sardinia is blockaded we Conti ue to push with 50%of our massive army and meet the reinforcements they are dealt with quickly</div></blockquote><br/>Corsica is blockaded sorry"
3252,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=400,2014-11-25T19:44:00,Syndikat,The military draft is on in France. We are requesting military aid from the UK and Russia. French troops are prepared to engage A-H troops.
3253,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=400,2014-11-25T19:44:00,Badassistanian,We continue to push with the help of Austria Hungary troops
3254,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=400,2014-11-25T19:46:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Syndikat <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22572744#p22572744"">wrote</a>:</cite>The military draft is on in France. We are requesting military aid from the UK and Russia. French troops are prepared to engage A-H troops.</div></blockquote><br/>the draft is to late we enter more city's and blockade all British ports"
3255,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=425,2014-11-25T19:46:00,Syndikat,"France, being horribly outnumbered, and for some reason not receiving any kind of aid from its allies, would like to discuss terms of surrender with the Swiss Empire."
3256,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=425,2014-11-25T19:47:00,Badassistanian,Many major city's have been captured
3257,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=425,2014-11-25T19:47:00,SECP,"<blockquote><div><cite>Syndikat <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22572606#p22572606"">wrote</a>:</cite>On behalf of the Great Alliance, all member states of the Great Alliance (China, UK, Commonwealth of Nations, France, Spain, Russia, Thailand, and Southern India will embargo every Central Power state.<br/><br/>This message is on behalf of the Great Alliance, not France.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Is this embargo on me to?"
3258,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=425,2014-11-25T19:48:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Syndikat <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22572775#p22572775"">wrote</a>:</cite>France, being horribly outnumbered, and for some reason not receiving any kind of aid from its allies, would like to discuss terms of surrender with the Swiss Empire.</div></blockquote><br/>what do you have in mind"
3259,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=425,2014-11-25T19:48:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>SECP <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22572783#p22572783"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Syndikat <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22572606#p22572606"">wrote</a>:</cite>On behalf of the Great Alliance, all member states of the Great Alliance (China, UK, Commonwealth of Nations, France, Spain, Russia, Thailand, and Southern India will embargo every Central Power state.<br/><br/>This message is on behalf of the Great Alliance, not France.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Is this embargo on me to?</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: yes."
3260,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=425,2014-11-25T19:49:00,Syndikat,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22572788#p22572788"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Syndikat <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22572775#p22572775"">wrote</a>:</cite>France, being horribly outnumbered, and for some reason not receiving any kind of aid from its allies, would like to discuss terms of surrender with the Swiss Empire.</div></blockquote><br/>what do you have in mind</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Corsica will be surrendered to the Swiss. Please propose other potential terms."
3261,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=425,2014-11-25T19:49:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Syndikat <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22572775#p22572775"">wrote</a>:</cite>France, being horribly outnumbered, and for some reason not receiving any kind of aid from its allies, would like to discuss terms of surrender with the Swiss Empire.</div></blockquote><br/>Japan declares war on France. 1day later French Indochina is attacked. With lack of reinforcements, it's expected to be over in 3days."
3262,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=425,2014-11-25T19:50:00,Badassistanian,We demand southeastern France is seized to Switzerland and east central France goes to germany
3263,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=425,2014-11-25T19:51:00,Syndikat,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22572812#p22572812"">wrote</a>:</cite>We demand southeastern France is seized to Switzerland and east central France goes to germany</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Denied. Corsica will be ceded. I may also cede colonial land bordering on Swiss Libya."
3264,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=425,2014-11-25T19:53:00,Togeria,"Ahead if time French Indochina falls. 3,000 soldiers died on the Japanese. Japan demands French Indochina be ceded to them."
3265,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=425,2014-11-25T19:53:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Syndikat <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22572826#p22572826"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22572812#p22572812"">wrote</a>:</cite>We demand southeastern France is seized to Switzerland and east central France goes to germany</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Denied. Corsica will be ceded. I may also cede colonial land bordering on Swiss Libya.</div></blockquote><br/>here is a map<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://www.vidiani.com/?p=2010"" rel=""nofollow"">http://www.vidiani.com/?p=2010</a><br/>the desired territorys are there we will not take a no or we will continue to Pars and burn it"
3266,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=425,2014-11-25T19:53:00,SECP,If you don't accept Switzerland deal and lift the embargo I will join the war
3267,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=425,2014-11-25T19:54:00,Badassistanian,Northeastern to Germany southeastern to me
3268,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=425,2014-11-25T19:54:00,SECP,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22572845#p22572845"">wrote</a>:</cite>Northeastern to Germany southeastern to me</div></blockquote><br/><br/>I never declared war yet so y should i get anything?"
3269,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=425,2014-11-25T19:56:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>SECP <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22572849#p22572849"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22572845#p22572845"">wrote</a>:</cite>Northeastern to Germany southeastern to me</div></blockquote><br/><br/>I never declared war yet so y should i get anything?</div></blockquote><br/>because your an ally and gives you a good position"
3270,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=425,2014-11-25T19:56:00,SECP,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22572861#p22572861"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>SECP <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22572849#p22572849"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>I never declared war yet so y should i get anything?</div></blockquote><br/>because your an ally and gives you a good position</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Sounds good to me. Also France if u don't accept we will join the war"
3271,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=425,2014-11-25T19:56:00,Badassistanian,You have 2 mins or we burn paris
3272,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=425,2014-11-25T19:57:00,Communist Volkstrad,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22572845#p22572845"">wrote</a>:</cite>Northeastern to Germany southeastern to me</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: Nothing to Austria Hungary D:?"
3273,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=425,2014-11-25T19:57:00,Syndikat,"Given no other option, France will cede Southeastern France and Corsica to the Swiss Empire, Northeastern France to the German Empire, French Indochina to Japan, and will lift all embargoes on Central Power nations.<br/><br/>In return I ask that the Swiss Empire, the German Empire, the Austro-Hungarian Empire, and Japan all make peace with France."
3274,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=425,2014-11-25T19:59:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Syndikat <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22572885#p22572885"">wrote</a>:</cite>Given no other option, France will cede Southeastern France and Corsica to the Swiss Empire, Northeastern France to the German Empire, French Indochina to Japan, and will lift all embargoes on Central Power nations.<br/><br/>In return I ask that the Swiss Empire, the German Empire, the Austro-Hungarian Empire, and Japan all make peace with France.</div></blockquote><br/>agreed"
3275,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=425,2014-11-25T19:59:00,SECP,I say u give A-H moterpeilia and south of that or we can have joint controle in my land claim
3276,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=425,2014-11-25T20:00:00,SECP,"<blockquote><div><cite>Syndikat <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22572885#p22572885"">wrote</a>:</cite>Given no other option, France will cede Southeastern France and Corsica to the Swiss Empire, Northeastern France to the German Empire, French Indochina to Japan, and will lift all embargoes on Central Power nations.<br/><br/>In return I ask that the Swiss Empire, the German Empire, the Austro-Hungarian Empire, and Japan all make peace with France.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Agreeed"
3277,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=425,2014-11-25T20:01:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Syndikat <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22572885#p22572885"">wrote</a>:</cite>Given no other option, France will cede Southeastern France and Corsica to the Swiss Empire, Northeastern France to the German Empire, French Indochina to Japan, and will lift all embargoes on Central Power nations.<br/><br/>In return I ask that the Swiss Empire, the German Empire, the Austro-Hungarian Empire, and Japan all make peace with France.</div></blockquote><br/>Agreed."
3278,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=425,2014-11-25T20:01:00,SECP,"Any one eles thinks it's going to be funny when NSE comes back and flips out over this<img alt="":rofl:"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_rofl.gif"" title=""ROFL""/>"
3279,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=425,2014-11-25T20:02:00,Badassistanian,We immediately set up defenses on new borders and begin militarization we start a draft in the acquired territory. Germany check the map for your claim and I remove British and French blockades. Horra glory to the central powers
3280,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=450,2014-11-25T20:03:00,SECP,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22572944#p22572944"">wrote</a>:</cite>We immediately set up defenses on new borders and begin militarization we start a draft in the acquired territory. Germany check the map for your claim and I remove British and French blockades. Horra glory to the central powers</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Germany follows suit and begins to get ready for a second wind of britain"
3281,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=450,2014-11-25T20:05:00,Syndikat,"In order to avoid further aggression from Central Powers, France is now in support of Indian Independence."
3282,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=450,2014-11-25T20:05:00,Badassistanian,We immediately send a sizable award in cash to Austria for its help
3283,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=450,2014-11-25T20:06:00,Togeria,Japan begins moving troops and people to Japanese Indochina. There they begin working on battle strategies. Japan ask France to put a Embargo on the UK.
3284,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=450,2014-11-25T20:07:00,Badassistanian,India that's your reward what France just said
3285,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=450,2014-11-25T20:07:00,SECP,You know if france ever declares war on us or even thinks about it me and A-H can shell the shit out of Paris
3286,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=450,2014-11-25T20:07:00,SECP,GTG
3287,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=450,2014-11-25T20:08:00,Syndikat,France is very seriously considering flipping sides. No action will be taken at this time. I simply want the global community to be aware of this potential situation.
3288,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=450,2014-11-25T20:08:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>SECP <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22573024#p22573024"">wrote</a>:</cite>GTG</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: bye comrade."
3289,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=450,2014-11-25T20:11:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>SECP <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22573022#p22573022"">wrote</a>:</cite>You know if france ever declares war on us or even thinks about it me and A-H can shell the shit out of Paris</div></blockquote><br/>I know"
3290,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=450,2014-11-25T20:13:00,Badassistanian,India that war got us one giant leap towards your independence
3291,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=450,2014-11-25T20:13:00,Communist Volkstrad,The Austro-Hungarian Empire removes its embargo on France.
3292,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=450,2014-11-25T20:13:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Syndikat <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22573032#p22573032"">wrote</a>:</cite>France is very seriously considering flipping sides. No action will be taken at this time. I simply want the global community to be aware of this potential situation.</div></blockquote><br/>Japan offers a alliance to France to help their economy, and train their men, but will only do it if France stays non aggressive towards the central powers, and helps them."
3293,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=450,2014-11-25T20:18:00,Syndikat,"France will join the Central Powers on one condition:<br/><br/>Lands lost in the recent Franco-Central Power war be returned to France, including Southeastern and Northeastern France (except Corsica. You can keep that if you want).<br/><br/>There will be no room for negotiation on this condition.<br/><br/>I'd also just like to say I'm sorry Britain, but I've got to look out for me before all others."
3294,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=450,2014-11-25T20:22:00,Communist Volkstrad,"<blockquote><div><cite>Syndikat <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22573120#p22573120"">wrote</a>:</cite>France will join the Central Powers on one condition:<br/><br/>Lands lost in the recent Franco-Central Power war be returned to France, including Southeastern and Northeastern France (except Corsica. You can keep that if you want).<br/><br/>There will be no room for negotiation on this condition.<br/><br/>I'd also just like to say I'm sorry Britain, but I've got to look out for me before all others.</div></blockquote><br/>Austria-Hungary pressures the other Central Powers to accept."
3295,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=450,2014-11-25T20:24:00,Togeria,Japan will accept on the condition of duel ruler ship of Japanese Indochina.
3296,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=450,2014-11-25T20:25:00,Syndikat,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22573171#p22573171"">wrote</a>:</cite>Japan will accept on the condition of duel ruler ship of Japanese Indochina.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Indochina was not included in the condition. As I mentioned, the condition is non-negotiable. That goes for Central Powers and me. You will retain full ownership of Indochina.<br/><br/>EDITED FOR CLARITY."
3297,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=450,2014-11-25T20:26:00,Togeria,Japan will accept.
3298,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=450,2014-11-25T20:38:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Syndikat <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22573185#p22573185"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22573171#p22573171"">wrote</a>:</cite>Japan will accept on the condition of duel ruler ship of Japanese Indochina.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Indochina was not included in the condition. As I mentioned, the condition is non-negotiable. That goes for Central Powers and me. You will retain full ownership of Indochina.<br/><br/>EDITED FOR CLARITY.</div></blockquote><br/>I wish to keep my territory by other than that I accept"
3299,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=450,2014-11-25T20:39:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22573306#p22573306"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Syndikat <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22573185#p22573185"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Indochina was not included in the condition. As I mentioned, the condition is non-negotiable. That goes for Central Powers and me. You will retain full ownership of Indochina.<br/><br/>EDITED FOR CLARITY.</div></blockquote><br/>I wish to keep my territory by other than that I accept</div></blockquote><br/>actually how about this I keep Corsica and you have the rest of your lands back"
3300,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=450,2014-11-25T20:40:00,Badassistanian,As long as I get Corsica I'm happy
3301,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=450,2014-11-25T20:40:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22573320#p22573320"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22573306#p22573306"">wrote</a>:</cite>I wish to keep my territory by other than that I accept</div></blockquote><br/>actually how about this I keep Corsica and you have the rest of your lands back</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: that's what he wants in the first place. Do it. We could use France."
3302,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=450,2014-11-25T20:44:00,Syndikat,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22573330#p22573330"">wrote</a>:</cite>As long as I get Corsica I'm happy</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The original terms stated that you return Southeastern France to me, but get to keep Corsica. As I have stated, the terms are non-negotiable."
3303,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=450,2014-11-25T20:46:00,Togeria,Japan accepts.
3304,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=450,2014-11-25T20:46:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Syndikat <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22573375#p22573375"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22573330#p22573330"">wrote</a>:</cite>As long as I get Corsica I'm happy</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The original terms stated that you return Southeastern France to me, but get to keep Corsica. As I have stated, the terms are non-negotiable.</div></blockquote><br/>deal I get Corsica you get your mainland back"
3305,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=475,2014-11-25T20:47:00,Badassistanian,We begin to move troops out of mainland France and begin to develop corsica
3306,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=475,2014-11-25T20:48:00,Badassistanian,France welcome to the central powers
3307,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=475,2014-11-25T20:51:00,Syndikat,"We are pleased to announce our admission to the Central Powers. We'd like to call to Japan, A-H, Switzerland, and Germany for post-war rebuilding aid, and a trade deal."
3308,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=475,2014-11-25T20:53:00,Togeria,Japan accepts and begins to sail supplies over.
3309,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=475,2014-11-25T21:04:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Syndikat <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22573440#p22573440"">wrote</a>:</cite>We are pleased to announce our admission to the Central Powers. We'd like to call to Japan, A-H, Switzerland, and Germany for post-war rebuilding aid, and a trade deal.</div></blockquote><br/>we send over a great amount of arms and money to help rebuilding efforts"
3310,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=475,2014-11-25T21:15:00,Badassistanian,I ask France if I can bring my ships and a good chunk of my military into the northern tip of France for faster response against england
3311,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=475,2014-11-25T21:17:00,Syndikat,"We are starting a military draft in order to build up our forces. We graciously accept the generous aid from our new allies and put it to good use in arming and developing our military.<br/><br/>New weapons development is currently underway. Military exercises are being conducted.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22573653#p22573653"">wrote</a>:</cite>I ask France if I can bring my ships and a good chunk of my military into the northern tip of France for faster response against england</div></blockquote><br/><br/>We accept."
3312,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=475,2014-11-25T21:18:00,Mabbot,The Ottomans are recruiting Armies and developing new sea vessel tech as it's primary investment. They also are putting some money towards ne guns (flame throwers)
3313,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=475,2014-11-25T21:19:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Syndikat <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22573671#p22573671"">wrote</a>:</cite>We are starting a military draft in order to build up our forces. We graciously accept the generous aid from our new allies and put it to good use in arming and developing our military.<br/><br/>New weapons development is currently underway. Military exercises are being conducted.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22573653#p22573653"">wrote</a>:</cite>I ask France if I can bring my ships and a good chunk of my military into the northern tip of France for faster response against england</div></blockquote><br/><br/>We accept.</div></blockquote><br/>thank you"
3314,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=475,2014-11-25T21:24:00,Togeria,Japanese forces have begun situating navies around Hong Kong. Forces in Japan an indochina are gearing up. New rifles have been given out and the navy have built several new destroyers.
3315,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=475,2014-11-25T21:25:00,Mabbot,The Ottoman Empires are currently on route to key cities in India to restore order and maintain control until a point comes where it is no longer necessary
3316,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=475,2014-11-25T21:28:00,Badassistanian,Swiss forces send weopens to the ottomans and top Swiss training officers to train there military we also have the ships and military docked in north France ready to go
3317,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=475,2014-11-25T21:28:00,Mabbot,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22573792#p22573792"">wrote</a>:</cite>Swiss forces send weopens to the ottomans and top Swiss training officers to train there military we also have the ships and military docked in north France ready to go</div></blockquote><br/>Thanks!"
3318,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=475,2014-11-25T21:32:00,Syndikat,"Training and rebuilding have been going phenomenally in France. Military strength is growing. Whilst it does not yet rival powers such as Austria-Hungary, or Switzerland, the French are now a formidable force.<br/><br/>Weapons development is nearly complete in France, with advanced machine guns, artillery, and rifles nearing the end of development, and being ready for manufacturing and distribution to French forces.<br/><br/>Military exercises are being conducted along the North border of France to intimidate the British.<br/><br/>Economic and military experts are calling this ""the greatest military and economic turnaround in French history!"""
3319,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=475,2014-11-26T06:21:00,SECP,"I would like to fly every central power flag from(including france) on the Arc de Triomphe and the Eiffel tower for 24 hours. 2nd Germany starts to deveploe new means for this new thing called the aeroplane, it wowed our scientists, our people, our generals and me. This gives simple pice of work gives man the power of flight. 3rd we would like to sell german Papua New Guinea to Japan it's to far away for Germanys use. 4th We would like to make the HQ for the Central Powers in Munich, it's close to to Switzerland and A-H so I think it's the perfect place but I would like your agreement before I start to build."
3320,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=475,2014-11-26T06:25:00,Syndikat,"<blockquote><div><cite>SECP <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22576563#p22576563"">wrote</a>:</cite>I would like to fly every central power flag from(including france) on the Arc de Triomphe and the Eiffel tower for 24 hours. 2nd Germany starts to deveploe new means for this new thing called the aeroplane, it wowed our scientists, our people, our generals and me. This gives simple pice of work gives man the power of flight. 3rd we would like to sell german Papua New Guinea to Japan it's to far away for Germanys use. 4th We would like to make the HQ for the Central Powers in Munich, it's close to to Switzerland and A-H so I think it's the perfect place but I would like your agreement before I start to build.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Approve.<br/><br/>Approve.<br/><br/>Doesn't concern me.<br/><br/>Approve."
3321,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=475,2014-11-26T06:30:00,SECP,Yay Germany would like to declare today a World wide holiday Mittelmächte Tag (central powers day) Germany is holding feast everywhere every one is welcomed.
3322,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=475,2014-11-26T06:40:00,Togeria,"Japan accepts and thanks Germany for their kindness. Forces in Japan ask for the design of this'll aero plane, it could be the one things to make this a quick and decisive war."
3323,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=475,2014-11-26T08:25:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>SECP <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22576563#p22576563"">wrote</a>:</cite>I would like to fly every central power flag from(including france) on the Arc de Triomphe and the Eiffel tower for 24 hours. 2nd Germany starts to deveploe new means for this new thing called the aeroplane, it wowed our scientists, our people, our generals and me. This gives simple pice of work gives man the power of flight. 3rd we would like to sell german Papua New Guinea to Japan it's to far away for Germanys use. 4th We would like to make the HQ for the Central Powers in Munich, it's close to to Switzerland and A-H so I think it's the perfect place but I would like your agreement before I start to build.</div></blockquote><br/>agreed"
3324,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=475,2014-11-26T08:54:00,The New Socialist Empire,"The UK and Russia have ceased all talks with the Indian Government and begun hunting guerrillas using a scorched earth policy.. The Swiss have been removed from India. Russian Forces have boarded British ships, landed in the south coast of Japan and begun an invasion. The British Government has asked the Americans to begin trading with them."
3325,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=475,2014-11-26T08:59:00,Badassistanian,"[nation][/nation]<blockquote><div><cite>The New Socialist Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22577397#p22577397"">wrote</a>:</cite>The UK and Russia have ceased all talks with the Indian Government and begun hunting guerrillas using a scorched earth policy.. The Swiss have been removed from India. Russian Forces have boarded British ships, landed in the south coast of Japan and begun an invasion. The British Government has asked the Americans to begin trading with them.</div></blockquote><br/>we send our fleet and military in to France the response is quick we land and push with the aid of French soldiers"
3326,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=475,2014-11-26T09:00:00,The New Socialist Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22577425#p22577425"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The New Socialist Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22577397#p22577397"">wrote</a>:</cite>The UK and Russia have ceased all talks with the Indian Government and begun hunting guerrillas using a scorched earth policy.. The Swiss have been removed from India. Russian Forces have boarded British ships, landed in the south coast of Japan and begun an invasion. The British Government has asked the Americans to begin trading with them.</div></blockquote><br/>we send our fleet and military in to France the response is quick we land and dick with the aid of French soldiers</div></blockquote><br/>Ok, you do that it will accomplish nothing"
3327,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=475,2014-11-26T09:03:00,Badassistanian,Sorry I meant we sent the fleet and military station in France to British with French backup forces we. Send ottoman soldiers into India to fight you of we shell Britain and because of lack of border militerization we land easily
3328,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=475,2014-11-26T09:04:00,Badassistanian,We continues to shell and push inward fakeing out many soldiers due to our mass army the ottomens continue to protect india
3329,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=475,2014-11-26T09:06:00,The New Socialist Empire,The UK and Russia have initiated full military mobilization with all forces ready. The two governments have agreed to new laws granting women the same rights as men. The advanced weapons of the two powers have seen further successes in India as new armoured vehicles prove highly effective against Guerrillas. BBI propaganda is also taking hold in the fortresses largely crushing any dissodance. First landings in Japan are another great victory as Russian forces use the element of surprise to quickly capture Hokkaido and begin to dig in. the Local British and Russian navy begun to blockade the ports and start to shell coastal cities.
3330,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=500,2014-11-26T09:06:00,Badassistanian,The British military is being destroyed from our multination army
3331,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=500,2014-11-26T09:07:00,Badassistanian,We now meet the full British force which is of laughable size after many firefights we sustain casualties but rip through them easily
3332,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=500,2014-11-26T09:08:00,The New Socialist Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22577459#p22577459"">wrote</a>:</cite>Sorry I meant we sent the fleet and military station in France to British with French backup forces we. Send ottoman soldiers into India to fight you of we shell Britain and because of lack of border militerization we land easily</div></blockquote><br/>Sorry, thats just not what would happen. Firstly Britain has the worlds greatest navy so you wouldn't be able to cross. Secondly the Border is militarized and all local forces are defending it, thirdly as was specified we have developed more advanced artillery capable of longer range shelling than any enemy tech so that wouldn't happen either. I could go on but i feel its redundant."
3333,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=500,2014-11-26T09:09:00,The New Socialist Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22577496#p22577496"">wrote</a>:</cite>We now meet the full British force which is of laughable size after many firefights we sustain casualties but rip through them easily</div></blockquote><br/>You can't just Godmod victory"
3334,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=500,2014-11-26T09:10:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Socialist Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22577501#p22577501"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22577459#p22577459"">wrote</a>:</cite>Sorry I meant we sent the fleet and military station in France to British with French backup forces we. Send ottoman soldiers into India to fight you of we shell Britain and because of lack of border militerization we land easily</div></blockquote><br/>Sorry, thats just not what would happen. Firstly Britain has the worlds greatest navy so you wouldn't be able to cross. Secondly the Border is militarized and all local forces are defending it, thirdly as was specified we have developed more advanced artillery capable of longer range shelling than any enemy tech so that wouldn't happen either. I could go on but i feel its redundant.</div></blockquote><br/>we have been shelling you to crap your artillery is nothing plus this is a combined German French Swiss fleet wich totals bigger than your fleet"
3335,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=500,2014-11-26T09:11:00,The New Socialist Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22577516#p22577516"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The New Socialist Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22577501#p22577501"">wrote</a>:</cite>Sorry, thats just not what would happen. Firstly Britain has the worlds greatest navy so you wouldn't be able to cross. Secondly the Border is militarized and all local forces are defending it, thirdly as was specified we have developed more advanced artillery capable of longer range shelling than any enemy tech so that wouldn't happen either. I could go on but i feel its redundant.</div></blockquote><br/>we have been shelling you to crap your artillery is nothing plus this is a combined German French Swiss fleet wich totals bigger than your fleet</div></blockquote><br/>All false, you're just godmodding"
3336,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=500,2014-11-26T09:12:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22577516#p22577516"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The New Socialist Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22577501#p22577501"">wrote</a>:</cite>Sorry, thats just not what would happen. Firstly Britain has the worlds greatest navy so you wouldn't be able to cross. Secondly the Border is militarized and all local forces are defending it, thirdly as was specified we have developed more advanced artillery capable of longer range shelling than any enemy tech so that wouldn't happen either. I could go on but i feel its redundant.</div></blockquote><br/>we have been shelling you to crap your artillery is nothing plus this is a combined German French Swiss fleet wich totals bigger than your fleet</div></blockquote><br/>and as I said we sustain heavy casualties but the combined military of the central powers marches on"
3337,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=500,2014-11-26T09:12:00,Syndikat,"[OOC: Yeah Switzerland you're being pretty godmoddy here. First of all you took control of French troops without permission, and we probably don't have the power to take on Britain<span style=""font-weight: bold"">and</span>and Russia."
3338,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=500,2014-11-26T09:14:00,Badassistanian,This is not godmoding its called outnumbering back then if Britain was invaded by four countrys they would not stand a chance
3339,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=500,2014-11-26T09:15:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Syndikat <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22577535#p22577535"">wrote</a>:</cite>[OOC: Yeah Switzerland you're being pretty godmoddy here. First of all you took control of French troops without permission, and we probably don't have the power to take on Britain <span style=""font-weight: bold"">and</span> and Russia.</div></blockquote><br/>no that I see it ya I just was trying to jump to soon we will start this over later sorry again"
3340,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=500,2014-11-26T09:15:00,The New Socialist Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22577531#p22577531"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22577516#p22577516"">wrote</a>:</cite>we have been shelling you to crap your artillery is nothing plus this is a combined German French Swiss fleet wich totals bigger than your fleet</div></blockquote><br/>and as I said we sustain heavy casualties but the combined military of the central powers marches on</div></blockquote><br/>No, you couldn't land even the combined fleets pales in comparison to the British navy and you're army has recently sustained casualties in a war with France. Unless this is news and your nation is no North Korea and just lying to its people. War isn't just a matter of declaring yourself victor. I would point out more problems with this but i can't be bothered."
3341,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=500,2014-11-26T09:16:00,Badassistanian,Once again I now see the problem I just was jumping the gun we go back to where we were before
3342,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=500,2014-11-26T09:17:00,Communist Volkstrad,The Austro-Hungarian Empire declares war on Britain and Russia.<br/>Troops begin to march towards Russia with intent to invade.
3343,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=500,2014-11-26T09:18:00,The New Socialist Empire,British Deployments in India continue to succeed and a new member has joined the great alliance Persia over fears of ottoman interests in India could leave it extremely vulnerable. British Forces easily defeat the relatively primitive attacking ottomans simply by hunkering down and taking them out.
3344,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=500,2014-11-26T09:19:00,Badassistanian,Now restarting I declare war on Britain I move my 40 some ship fleet to the strait of Gilbart and blockade it
3345,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=500,2014-11-26T09:21:00,Badassistanian,We begin deployment to all borders of my nation and begin the draft once again
3346,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=500,2014-11-26T09:21:00,Sergeot,America would like to initiate trade with the U.K. Morale is high in America however we remain neutral for the time being. We are open to trade with other countries as well however we must have friendly relations.
3347,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=500,2014-11-26T09:22:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22577601#p22577601"">wrote</a>:</cite>We begin deployment to all borders of my nation and begin the draft once again</div></blockquote><br/>we also send troops to Austria to support the Russian invasion"
3348,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=500,2014-11-26T09:22:00,Syndikat,France would like to conduct peaceful trade with The United States of America.
3349,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=500,2014-11-26T09:23:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Sergeot <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22577605#p22577605"">wrote</a>:</cite>America would like to initiate trade with the U.K. Morale is high in America however we remain neutral for the time being. We are open to trade with other countries as well however we must have friendly relations.</div></blockquote><br/>we pressure America to rethink"
3350,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=500,2014-11-26T09:23:00,Communist Volkstrad,The Austro-Hungarian Empire would likewise like to open trade with America.
3351,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=500,2014-11-26T09:24:00,Badassistanian,I begin the invasion of British African colonies starting in British Somalia
3352,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=500,2014-11-26T09:25:00,Sergeot,"<blockquote><div><cite>Syndikat <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22577613#p22577613"">wrote</a>:</cite>France would like to conduct peaceful trade with The United States of America.</div></blockquote><br/>We accept trade with france."
3353,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=500,2014-11-26T09:25:00,The New Socialist Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Communist Volkstrad <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22577568#p22577568"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Austro-Hungarian Empire declares war on Britain and Russia.<br/>Troops begin to march towards Russia with intent to invade.</div></blockquote><br/>Russian Border troops hold the line against marching enemy forces using there more advanced artillery to keep them at bay. Minister of Defence Leon Trotsky has ordered the army now begin to march into Austria Hungary. Russian Forces in Japan are now sufficiently dug in and are shelling what they can from there island.Russia initiates the Draft quickly raising an enormous force and Begins selling war bonds.<br/><br/>Britain Orders even heavier fortifications be placed on the beaches and British Egyptian forces begin easily cutting down the neighboring ottomans. the commonwealth forces are beginning to mobilize and are approaching Europe. British Forces make a surprise landing in Sicily easily evading capture and begin a guerrilla campaign. Britain initiates the Draft quickly raising an enormous force and Begins selling war bonds."
3354,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=500,2014-11-26T09:26:00,Communist Volkstrad,"At the advance of the Russians, the AH Empire begins to shell any oncoming forces and begins to dig trenches and lay wire."
3355,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=525,2014-11-26T09:27:00,Badassistanian,We arm all soldiers and begin to review landing procedures
3356,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=525,2014-11-26T09:27:00,Badassistanian,We ask America to take up arms against Britain and invade British held cananda
3357,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=525,2014-11-26T09:28:00,The New Socialist Empire,"The Russians counter by doing likewise, but also initiate the use of machine guns for defensive reasons."
3358,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=525,2014-11-26T09:28:00,The New Socialist Empire,We ask America to never listen to Imperialist Switzerland
3359,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=525,2014-11-26T09:29:00,Communist Volkstrad,The Austro-Hungarians likewise deploy Maxim guns in every trench.
3360,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=525,2014-11-26T09:29:00,The New Socialist Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22577646#p22577646"">wrote</a>:</cite>We arm all soldiers and begin to review landing procedures</div></blockquote><br/>You can't land an army without losing almost every ship"
3361,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=525,2014-11-26T09:30:00,Badassistanian,As we push through Britains colony's we sustain heavy casualties and begin to hire militia for aid
3362,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=525,2014-11-26T09:30:00,The New Socialist Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Communist Volkstrad <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22577662#p22577662"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Austro-Hungarians likewise deploy Maxim guns in every trench.</div></blockquote><br/>Russia asks Austria Hungary to wait till winter."
3363,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=525,2014-11-26T09:30:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Socialist Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22577666#p22577666"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22577646#p22577646"">wrote</a>:</cite>We arm all soldiers and begin to review landing procedures</div></blockquote><br/>You can't land an army without losing almost every ship</div></blockquote><br/>you obviously have no clue where we are going to land"
3364,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=525,2014-11-26T09:31:00,Communist Volkstrad,"OOC: Lulwhat, you are seriously trying that shit with me? I'm not a fool, I ain't attacking Russia in the winter."
3365,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=525,2014-11-26T09:32:00,Syndikat,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22577651#p22577651"">wrote</a>:</cite>We ask America to take up arms against Britain and invade British held cananda</div></blockquote><br/><br/>[OOC: This is 1910-ish. Canada has been independent for decades at this point.]"
3366,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=525,2014-11-26T09:33:00,Sergeot,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22577651#p22577651"">wrote</a>:</cite>We ask America to take up arms against Britain and invade British held cananda</div></blockquote><br/>I decline invasion of Canada. There is no current reason to attack an allied country."
3367,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=525,2014-11-26T09:33:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Syndikat <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22577693#p22577693"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22577651#p22577651"">wrote</a>:</cite>We ask America to take up arms against Britain and invade British held cananda</div></blockquote><br/><br/>[OOC: This is 1910-ish. Canada has been independent for decades at this point.]</div></blockquote><br/>occ:I could have swarn they were still a part of britain<br/>RP:we put men on ships and begin to sail to libya"
3368,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=525,2014-11-26T09:34:00,The New Socialist Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22577673#p22577673"">wrote</a>:</cite>As we push through Britains colony's we sustain heavy casualties and begin to hire militia for aid</div></blockquote><br/>You've only attacked Somalia. British Egypt begins to sweep through Swiss forces to reach Somalia. They also launch there full scale invasion of Sicily by shelling the islands defenses with longer rang Anglo-Russo artillery and landing in one decisive strike quickly forcing the Swiss off the beaches. Britain begins to smuggle revolutionaries into france"
3369,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=525,2014-11-26T09:34:00,Communist Volkstrad,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Socialist Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22577675#p22577675"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Communist Volkstrad <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22577662#p22577662"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Austro-Hungarians likewise deploy Maxim guns in every trench.</div></blockquote><br/>Russia asks Austria Hungary to wait till winter.</div></blockquote><br/>Austria-Hungary refuses and continues to hold the line."
3370,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=525,2014-11-26T09:34:00,Syndikat,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22577708#p22577708"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Syndikat <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22577693#p22577693"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>[OOC: This is 1910-ish. Canada has been independent for decades at this point.]</div></blockquote><br/>occ:I could have swarn they were still a part of britain<br/>RP:we put men on ships and begin to sail to libya</div></blockquote><br/><br/>[OOC: Canada became independent in 1867. By this point Canada is very much and independent country.]"
3371,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=525,2014-11-26T09:36:00,The New Socialist Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22577708#p22577708"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Syndikat <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22577693#p22577693"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>[OOC: This is 1910-ish. Canada has been independent for decades at this point.]</div></blockquote><br/>occ:I could have swarn they were still a part of britain<br/>RP:we put men on ships and begin to sail to libya</div></blockquote><br/>Yeah, that's a good plan go right past the attacking British fleets and its not just size that makes our navy powerful but an unmatched naval expertise."
3372,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=525,2014-11-26T09:36:00,The New Socialist Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Syndikat <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22577715#p22577715"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22577708#p22577708"">wrote</a>:</cite>occ:I could have swarn they were still a part of britain<br/>RP:we put men on ships and begin to sail to libya</div></blockquote><br/><br/>[OOC: Canada became independent in 1867. By this point Canada is very much and independent country.]</div></blockquote><br/>Although it is a commonwealth nation and is providing troops to us."
3373,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=525,2014-11-26T09:36:00,Badassistanian,We land in Libya and flank British egypt
3374,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=525,2014-11-26T09:39:00,The New Socialist Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22577731#p22577731"">wrote</a>:</cite>We land in Libya and flank British egypt</div></blockquote><br/>You can't without going past our fleets and British Egypt is one of our main military strongholds<br/>Britain continues its invasion of Sicily securing the southern half of the island."
3375,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=525,2014-11-26T09:41:00,Badassistanian,You never made it into Sicily we have d-day like defenses and you never destroyed my fleet stationed in sicily. We push the British out of Sicily and Continue to arm defensives
3376,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=525,2014-11-26T09:42:00,Badassistanian,We begin to shell Egypt
3377,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=525,2014-11-26T09:43:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22577759#p22577759"">wrote</a>:</cite>You never made it into Sicily we have d-day like defenses and you never destroyed my fleet stationed in sicily. We push the British out of Sicily and Continue to arm defensives</div></blockquote><br/>nore did you destroy the armada in the straight of Gilbert unless your entire navy was in egypt"
3378,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=525,2014-11-26T09:46:00,Badassistanian,We Continue to push into Egypt with artillery covering our fire
3379,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=525,2014-11-26T09:46:00,The New Socialist Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22577759#p22577759"">wrote</a>:</cite>You never made it into Sicily we have d-day like defenses and you never destroyed my fleet stationed in sicily. We push the British out of Sicily and Continue to arm defensives</div></blockquote><br/>If you'd read our first attack post, you would know our fleet trumps yours and we shelled your defences with our longer range artillery. The Invasion continues successfully and British forces begun to set up defences to protect the south. Also shell egypt, from where and what are you shelling. Sicily not gibraltar and yes thanks to industrialisation we have a large fleet stationed in egypt and shipbuilding facilities. and if you remove that blockade you know our other fleets will move straight in."
3380,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=550,2014-11-26T09:49:00,Syndikat,[OOC: Alright I have to go to capitalist indoctrination/Canadian history class. I'll be back in a little over an hour.]
3381,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=550,2014-11-26T09:51:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Socialist Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22577504#p22577504"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22577496#p22577496"">wrote</a>:</cite>We now meet the full British force which is of laughable size after many firefights we sustain casualties but rip through them easily</div></blockquote><br/>You can't just Godmod victory</div></blockquote><br/>Can't say godmod. You just invaded Japan there's many ships and troops around the area, and you didn't give me a chance to respond."
3382,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=550,2014-11-26T09:54:00,The New Socialist Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22577846#p22577846"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The New Socialist Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22577504#p22577504"">wrote</a>:</cite>You can't just Godmod victory</div></blockquote><br/>Can't say godmod. You just invaded Japan there's many ships and troops around the area, and you didn't give me a chance to respond.</div></blockquote><br/>I invaded the northern Island, which is largely rural. my naval forces are capable of defeating the forces defending Hokkaido and the Russian military has little trouble fighting off a small military and a few farmers."
3383,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=550,2014-11-26T09:55:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Socialist Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22577807#p22577807"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22577759#p22577759"">wrote</a>:</cite>You never made it into Sicily we have d-day like defenses and you never destroyed my fleet stationed in sicily. We push the British out of Sicily and Continue to arm defensives</div></blockquote><br/>If you'd read our first attack post, you would know our fleet trumps yours and we shelled your defences with our longer range artillery. The Invasion continues successfully and British forces begun to set up defences to protect the south. Also shell egypt, from where and what are you shelling. Sicily not gibraltar and yes thanks to industrialisation we have a large fleet stationed in egypt and shipbuilding facilities. and if you remove that blockade you know our other fleets will move straight in.</div></blockquote><br/>with artillery from Libya and I think you begun godmoding you said oh you forgot about our defensives now you forget about ours and just walk in and say its stradegy"
3384,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=550,2014-11-26T09:56:00,Togeria,"Japanese forces in indochina begin making a movement to Hong Kong. Navy fleets there begin shelling the city attacking valuable ports. In Japan guerrilla movements push the invaders of for now, as fleets begin attacking Russian vessels."
3385,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=550,2014-11-26T09:57:00,The New Socialist Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22577884#p22577884"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The New Socialist Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22577807#p22577807"">wrote</a>:</cite>If you'd read our first attack post, you would know our fleet trumps yours and we shelled your defences with our longer range artillery. The Invasion continues successfully and British forces begun to set up defences to protect the south. Also shell egypt, from where and what are you shelling. Sicily not gibraltar and yes thanks to industrialisation we have a large fleet stationed in egypt and shipbuilding facilities. and if you remove that blockade you know our other fleets will move straight in.</div></blockquote><br/>with artillery from Libya and I think you begun godmoding you said oh you forgot about our defensives now you forget about ours and just walk in and say its stradegy</div></blockquote><br/>That doesn't explain how they got past our fleet which was positioned in that area. If you were shelling from the south that's fine though as we know you have preexisting territory there."
3386,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=550,2014-11-26T10:00:00,Badassistanian,We denounce Britain to being a hypocrite and push them out of Sicily again with help from our massive army in Italy's mainland. We also did not sail we take that back I did not see your first post but I still had massive military forces in Libya
3387,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=550,2014-11-26T10:00:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Socialist Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22577875#p22577875"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22577846#p22577846"">wrote</a>:</cite>Can't say godmod. You just invaded Japan there's many ships and troops around the area, and you didn't give me a chance to respond.</div></blockquote><br/>I invaded the northern Island, which is largely rural. my naval forces are capable of defeating the forces defending Hokkaido and the Russian military has little trouble fighting off a small military and a few farmers.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: every power is going against the UK and Russia but yet your acting like they have no effect on you. A-H and Germany attacking Russia would force them to send more troops to the capital and surrounding cities, as Switzerland and Frances plan of attacking you directly would force the UK to bring troops and supplies over there. When you have multiple superpowers going against the war will not be easy. Please show that.<br/><br/>IC: Indian revolutionary troops begin a second attack, staying to hit and run tactics to take care of British and Russian forces in the country."
3388,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=550,2014-11-26T10:01:00,The New Socialist Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22577891#p22577891"">wrote</a>:</cite>Japanese forces in indochina begin making a movement to Hong Kong. Navy fleets there begin shelling the city attacking valuable ports. In Japan guerrilla movements push the invaders of for now, as fleets begin attacking Russian vessels.</div></blockquote><br/>Hong Kong keeps the defences up preventing an enemy landing. However they can do little to combat this. British Ships begin attacking the ports they've bloackaded<br/>OOC: Russian Forces are dug in on Hokkaido"
3389,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=550,2014-11-26T10:03:00,Badassistanian,We prepare the military in France and navy in France we shell all passing British ships
3390,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=550,2014-11-26T10:04:00,The New Socialist Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22577930#p22577930"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The New Socialist Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22577875#p22577875"">wrote</a>:</cite>I invaded the northern Island, which is largely rural. my naval forces are capable of defeating the forces defending Hokkaido and the Russian military has little trouble fighting off a small military and a few farmers.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: every power is going against the UK and Russia but yet your acting like they have no effect on you. A-H and Germany attacking Russia would force them to send more troops to the capital and surrounding cities, as Switzerland and Frances plan of attacking you directly would force the UK to bring troops and supplies over there. When you have multiple superpowers going against the war will not be easy. Please show that. <br/><br/>IC: Indian revolutionary troops begin a second attack, staying to hit and run tactics to take care of British and Russian forces in the country.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: Firstly I'm not going it alone as I have sufficient support from the empire and the commonwealth preventing any invasion of Britain. As for Russia, the forces would not be withdrawn from the far east and instead are being drawn from the surrounding areas. Withdrawing forces from the east would be a military disaster, which is why they remain."
3391,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=550,2014-11-26T10:05:00,The New Socialist Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22577956#p22577956"">wrote</a>:</cite>We prepare the military in France and navy in France we shell all passing British ships</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: you don't control the french military. You have to use your own forces."
3392,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=550,2014-11-26T10:06:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Socialist Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22577968#p22577968"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22577930#p22577930"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: every power is going against the UK and Russia but yet your acting like they have no effect on you. A-H and Germany attacking Russia would force them to send more troops to the capital and surrounding cities, as Switzerland and Frances plan of attacking you directly would force the UK to bring troops and supplies over there. When you have multiple superpowers going against the war will not be easy. Please show that. <br/><br/>IC: Indian revolutionary troops begin a second attack, staying to hit and run tactics to take care of British and Russian forces in the country.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: Firstly I'm not going it alone as I have sufficient support from the empire and the commonwealth preventing any invasion of Britain. As for Russia, the forces would not be withdrawn from the far east and instead are being drawn from the surrounding areas. Withdrawing forces from the east would be a military disaster, which is why they remain.</div></blockquote><br/>commonwealth country's can not fight unless controlled by other people"
3393,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=550,2014-11-26T10:07:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Socialist Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22577937#p22577937"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22577891#p22577891"">wrote</a>:</cite>Japanese forces in indochina begin making a movement to Hong Kong. Navy fleets there begin shelling the city attacking valuable ports. In Japan guerrilla movements push the invaders of for now, as fleets begin attacking Russian vessels.</div></blockquote><br/>Hong Kong keeps the defences up preventing an enemy landing. However they can do little to combat this. British Ships begin attacking the ports they've bloackaded<br/>OOC: Russian Forces are dug in on Hokkaido</div></blockquote><br/>I'm ignoring that. You GM'ed the invasion of mainland Japan while wasn't on to properly respond to the attack. When you attacking fellow countries controlled by nations, you need to make a post detailing the plan an taking into account what your attacking. I'm not getting on you, I've seen multiple others do it, but you have by far done biggest amount of times.<br/><br/>IC: Japanese forces head to Hokkaido, and begin firing on Russian forces with artillery."
3394,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=550,2014-11-26T10:07:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Socialist Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22577973#p22577973"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22577956#p22577956"">wrote</a>:</cite>We prepare the military in France and navy in France we shell all passing British ships</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: you don't control the french military. You have to use your own forces.</div></blockquote><br/>I know I moved my own troops and fleets up there yesterday we begin to sail to England due to most of the fleet being in other places"
3395,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=550,2014-11-26T10:07:00,The New Socialist Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22577982#p22577982"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The New Socialist Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22577968#p22577968"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: Firstly I'm not going it alone as I have sufficient support from the empire and the commonwealth preventing any invasion of Britain. As for Russia, the forces would not be withdrawn from the far east and instead are being drawn from the surrounding areas. Withdrawing forces from the east would be a military disaster, which is why they remain.</div></blockquote><br/>commonwealth country's can not fight unless controlled by other people</div></blockquote><br/>They provide me with supplies and troops though."
3396,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=550,2014-11-26T10:08:00,The New Socialist Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22577998#p22577998"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The New Socialist Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22577973#p22577973"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: you don't control the french military. You have to use your own forces.</div></blockquote><br/>I know I moved my own troops and fleets up there yesterday we begin to sail to England due to most of the fleet being in other places</div></blockquote><br/>Our Defence Fleet hasn't moved from the UK"
3397,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=550,2014-11-26T10:09:00,The New Socialist Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22577994#p22577994"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The New Socialist Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22577937#p22577937"">wrote</a>:</cite>Hong Kong keeps the defences up preventing an enemy landing. However they can do little to combat this. British Ships begin attacking the ports they've bloackaded<br/>OOC: Russian Forces are dug in on Hokkaido</div></blockquote><br/>I'm ignoring that. You GM'ed the invasion of mainland Japan while wasn't on to properly respond to the attack. When you attacking fellow countries controlled by nations, you need to make a post detailing the plan an taking into account what your attacking. I'm not getting on you, I've seen multiple others do it, but you have by far done biggest amount of times. <br/><br/>IC: Japanese forces head to Hokkaido, and begin firing on Russian forces with artillery.</div></blockquote><br/>The russians dig in and fire back"
3398,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=550,2014-11-26T10:10:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Socialist Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22578002#p22578002"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22577982#p22577982"">wrote</a>:</cite>commonwealth country's can not fight unless controlled by other people</div></blockquote><br/>They provide me with supplies and troops though.</div></blockquote><br/>we land on the breaches and set up machine guns and lay wire"
3399,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=550,2014-11-26T10:12:00,The New Socialist Empire,British Egyptian forces are partially withdrawn from the ottoman empire to defend against Libya. The Egypt Fleet moves into position and begins shelling Libyan forces.
3400,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=550,2014-11-26T10:12:00,The New Socialist Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22578026#p22578026"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The New Socialist Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22578002#p22578002"">wrote</a>:</cite>They provide me with supplies and troops though.</div></blockquote><br/>we land on the breaches and set up machine guns and lay wire</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: You can't just bypass an entire fleet and beach defences."
3401,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=550,2014-11-26T10:12:00,Badassistanian,We block of the British navy from exiting the Mediterranean and due to lack of defensive except artillery wich kills a bunch of men we take the beach easily
3402,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=550,2014-11-26T10:13:00,Badassistanian,Your entire fleet was elsewhere mabey in the Mediterranean and we got there first
3403,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=550,2014-11-26T10:14:00,Togeria,Japanese forces begin digging in as well. Artillery is put outside and fires on enemy trenches.
3404,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=550,2014-11-26T10:14:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22578050#p22578050"">wrote</a>:</cite>Your entire fleet was elsewhere mabey in the Mediterranean and we got there first</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: where we're you going?"
3405,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=575,2014-11-26T10:15:00,Badassistanian,We continue to push into England there is A major lack of military except for some groups
3406,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=575,2014-11-26T10:15:00,The New Socialist Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22578050#p22578050"">wrote</a>:</cite>Your entire fleet was elsewhere mabey in the Mediterranean and we got there first</div></blockquote><br/>There is more than one Fleet. We have a fleet in the Mediterranean and a fleet defending the UK"
3407,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=575,2014-11-26T10:16:00,The New Socialist Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22578066#p22578066"">wrote</a>:</cite>We continue to push into England there is A major lack of military except for some groups</div></blockquote><br/>Read the posts I put out."
3408,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=575,2014-11-26T10:16:00,Communist Volkstrad,"The Austro-Hungarians begin to put more pressure on the Russian lines, firing more artillery and sending even more troops their way."
3409,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=575,2014-11-26T10:17:00,Badassistanian,As our offensive nears England we set up command bases on the beach
3410,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=575,2014-11-26T10:17:00,Togeria,"OOC:Badass you can say you invaded the beach successfully, but not easily. He did a couple fleets there."
3411,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=575,2014-11-26T10:17:00,The New Socialist Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Communist Volkstrad <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22578079#p22578079"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Austro-Hungarians begin to put more pressure on the Russian lines, firing more artillery and sending even more troops their way.</div></blockquote><br/>The Russians counter by placing more machine guns and firing more artillery."
3412,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=575,2014-11-26T10:18:00,Badassistanian,England your navy is not that big we land and what navy you have there is weak and we destroy it also we meet many more soldiers along the lines having intense firefights
3413,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=575,2014-11-26T10:20:00,The New Socialist Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22578086#p22578086"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC:Badass you can say you invaded the beach successfully, but not easily. He did a couple fleets there.</div></blockquote><br/>I had a massive fleet there. I took all my extra ships for defence and built a ton of dreadnoughts. And there is British forces stationed in the UK. They were conscripted or shipped in from British Territories. Anyway his fleet is still guarding Gibraltar, unless they've abandoned that position."
3414,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=575,2014-11-26T10:20:00,Togeria,Japan learning of A-H strategy begin to adopt as well. Firing at key points and using a artillery to push the Russians back. In indochina forces sail to Hakkado and Manchuria. The Japanese have set up a fleet in Korea where they begin to move northward.
3415,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=575,2014-11-26T10:21:00,Badassistanian,We set up defensives on the British beach like our own wich means we choke out mainland england
3416,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=575,2014-11-26T10:21:00,The New Socialist Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22578115#p22578115"">wrote</a>:</cite>We set up defensives on the British beach like our own wich means we choke out mainland england</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: this is bullshit"
3417,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=575,2014-11-26T10:22:00,Badassistanian,New reports from the feild say the landing was much more gruesom and tough than first thought but it was still successful
3418,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=575,2014-11-26T10:22:00,Communist Volkstrad,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Socialist Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22578089#p22578089"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Communist Volkstrad <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22578079#p22578079"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Austro-Hungarians begin to put more pressure on the Russian lines, firing more artillery and sending even more troops their way.</div></blockquote><br/>The Russians counter by placing more machine guns and firing more artillery.</div></blockquote><br/>Austria-Hungary matches the Russian machine guns with its own.<br/>We also begin researching new ways to beat them back....."
3419,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=575,2014-11-26T10:22:00,The New Socialist Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22578123#p22578123"">wrote</a>:</cite>New reports from the feild say the landing was much more gruesom and tough than first thought but it was still successful</div></blockquote><br/>No, you're fleet is not bigger than our defence fleet."
3420,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=575,2014-11-26T10:23:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Socialist Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22578106#p22578106"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22578086#p22578086"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC:Badass you can say you invaded the beach successfully, but not easily. He did a couple fleets there.</div></blockquote><br/>I had a massive fleet there. I took all my extra ships for defence and built a ton of dreadnoughts. And there is British forces stationed in the UK. They were conscripted or shipped in from British Territories. Anyway his fleet is still guarding Gibraltar, unless they've abandoned that position.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC:I'll allow it. Simply because he hasn't made an advance on to England yet, you still have a chance to retaliate.<br/><br/>Badass no choking out England. Give him a chance."
3421,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=575,2014-11-26T10:23:00,Badassistanian,We begin to siege london
3422,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=575,2014-11-26T10:24:00,The New Socialist Empire,British Defence Forces construct machine gun nests on the beaches.
3423,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=575,2014-11-26T10:25:00,Badassistanian,"We<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22578134#p22578134"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The New Socialist Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22578106#p22578106"">wrote</a>:</cite>I had a massive fleet there. I took all my extra ships for defence and built a ton of dreadnoughts. And there is British forces stationed in the UK. They were conscripted or shipped in from British Territories. Anyway his fleet is still guarding Gibraltar, unless they've abandoned that position.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC:I'll allow it. Simply because he hasn't made an advance on to England yet, you still have a chance to retaliate.<br/><br/>Badass no choking out England. Give him a chance.</div></blockquote><br/>we have a fleet in Gilbert and Britains seas these are both massive 100 ship fleets"
3424,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=575,2014-11-26T10:25:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Communist Volkstrad <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22578126#p22578126"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The New Socialist Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22578089#p22578089"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Russians counter by placing more machine guns and firing more artillery.</div></blockquote><br/>Austria-Hungary matches the Russian machine guns with its own.<br/>We also begin researching new ways to beat them back.....</div></blockquote><br/>The Japanese have begun successfully pushing out Russia from their land. In Korea forces begin invading the western side of Russia. Japanese indo fleets begin shooting at Russian ships along the coast."
3425,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=575,2014-11-26T10:26:00,The New Socialist Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22578160#p22578160"">wrote</a>:</cite>We <blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22578134#p22578134"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC:I'll allow it. Simply because he hasn't made an advance on to England yet, you still have a chance to retaliate.<br/><br/>Badass no choking out England. Give him a chance.</div></blockquote><br/>we have a fleet in Gilbert and Britains seas these are both massive 100 ship fleets</div></blockquote><br/>No, you don't have the shipbuilding facilities or the raw materials to construct two massive fleets."
3426,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=575,2014-11-26T10:27:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Socialist Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22578146#p22578146"">wrote</a>:</cite>British Defence Forces construct machine gun nests on the beaches.</div></blockquote><br/>I've already took the beach but I will go back to the beach as my only advancement so you can still attack from london"
3427,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=575,2014-11-26T10:28:00,The New Socialist Empire,OOC: I have to go now. No your landing failed or it didn't occur. pick an option
3428,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=575,2014-11-26T10:29:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Socialist Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22578168#p22578168"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22578160#p22578160"">wrote</a>:</cite>We <br/>we have a fleet in Gilbert and Britains seas these are both massive 100 ship fleets</div></blockquote><br/>No, you don't have the shipbuilding facilities or the raw materials to construct two massive fleets.</div></blockquote><br/>you know I have been buying ships and building them since I took Italy wich is quite a long time"
3429,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=575,2014-11-26T10:29:00,Togeria,"OOC: ok badass and NSE. Stop acting like children, yes Switzerland invaded Britain, was it easy no. I'm allowing simply because his troops are still on the island, you have a chance to retaliate and this was a premeditated action. Now with that, Badass take into account your on their mainland now it will not be a easy battle, keep that in mind when you post. KEEP IT FAIR! Why is that so hard? C'mon guys just keep it fair and won't have to get on anybody."
3430,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=600,2014-11-26T10:30:00,Badassistanian,Op says it occurred successfully so I have your beach
3431,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=600,2014-11-26T10:31:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22578200#p22578200"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: ok badass and NSE. Stop acting like children, yes Switzerland invaded Britain, was it easy no. I'm allowing simply because his troops are still on the island, you have a chance to retaliate and this was a premeditated action. Now with that, Badass take into account your on their mainland now it will not be a easy battle, keep that in mind when you post. KEEP IT FAIR! Why is that so hard? C'mon guys just keep it fair and won't have to get on anybody.</div></blockquote><br/>agreed the fights will be hard"
3432,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=600,2014-11-26T10:38:00,Togeria,"It seems Japanese forces have successfully pushed away Russian forces mainland for now. The battles were tough 10,000 Japanese dead. The upside Japan has it's land back and can dedicate troops to the western front. Placing a series of blockades in the sea.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">INDIA</span><br/>Indian rebel forces blow up a series of train lines, and bridges. It seems to stop supply in India. Guerrilla troops still continue shooting British officers, killing many. They become the shining example of the Central Powers, proving that even in the worst if conditions they will fight end the red menace. Morale reaches Japan, and several other central countries."
3433,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=600,2014-11-26T10:41:00,Badassistanian,With recent ceasefire in Britain we turn out approach back to producing navel vessels we lost many in the landing. We also push in a draft law
3434,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=600,2014-11-26T10:51:00,Togeria,Japan begins researching ways to win the war. In Tokyo they begin devoting the idea if adding a machine gun to a car. Creating greater mobility and lethality.<br/><br/>In the Korea and indochina forces begin experimenting with poisons. Finding ways to use them on the battle field. They test them on captured POWs.
3435,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=600,2014-11-26T10:56:00,Badassistanian,We begin research on a new more powerful artillery we are trying to double the range and the power we will be developing new kinds of artillery shells this effort is made to keep artillery crews safe and they cause more damage
3436,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=600,2014-11-26T11:12:00,Badassistanian,In case of a change of the tide in war the Swiss begin training in the alps we plan on using them to our advantadge
3437,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=600,2014-11-26T11:23:00,Badassistanian,The ottomen fleet under command of the Swiss begin to break British blockade of india
3438,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=600,2014-11-26T11:31:00,Togeria,"Japanese fleets hearing of the ottomans, task a invasion force to go to India. 8hrs later with help from the ottoman army, Japan starts to successfully invade India."
3439,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=600,2014-11-26T11:34:00,Badassistanian,We send reinforcements to the southern beaches of england
3440,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=600,2014-11-26T11:42:00,Badassistanian,France I control the beaches of England so landing will be a breeze for you we need your help ally
3441,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=600,2014-11-26T11:44:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Sergeot <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22577605#p22577605"">wrote</a>:</cite>America would like to initiate trade with the U.K. Morale is high in America however we remain neutral for the time being. We are open to trade with other countries as well however we must have friendly relations.</div></blockquote><br/>Japan ask for a trade agreement with America. We wish to liberate India which in long run will not only help us, but you as well."
3442,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=600,2014-11-26T11:51:00,Syndikat,"France is not yet prepared for an invasion of Britain. We need more time for building up forces, manufacturing weapons, and training troops."
3443,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=600,2014-11-26T11:53:00,Togeria,"Japan sends a encoded message to France it's breakthroughs with mobile warfare, and more importantly it's breakthrough with deadly gas."
3444,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=600,2014-11-26T12:05:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Syndikat <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22579051#p22579051"">wrote</a>:</cite>France is not yet prepared for an invasion of Britain. We need more time for building up forces, manufacturing weapons, and training troops.</div></blockquote><br/>we don't have much time right now we are in ceasefire and getting over here I guarrentee you will lose no one I have surplus of Swedish weopens on the beach to aid you"
3445,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=600,2014-11-26T12:09:00,Badassistanian,We send weopens and top training officers to France to aid we also send a trade agreement to usa
3446,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=600,2014-11-26T12:17:00,Badassistanian,Starting from Japan I send my entire force stationed there to Australia and begin an invasion due to it being a reltivley new country there military is not very developed this will be an easy win
3447,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=600,2014-11-26T12:22:00,Badassistanian,My justification for this is it used to be owned by Britain and it will open up the Asian and Indian theaters and help trade in the region
3448,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=600,2014-11-26T12:28:00,Badassistanian,I go to the east coat of Australia and dock by Canberra the capital we march through the area until we reach Canberra we use our newly developed artillery and the poison gas to lay the city under siege
3449,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=600,2014-11-26T12:29:00,Badassistanian,We send in 2 groups of 20 guerilla fighters to find and take the prime minister to gunpoint
3450,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=600,2014-11-26T12:31:00,Badassistanian,"One group of guerilla fighters is not seen again but one<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""></blockquote>manages to capture the minister at gunpoint but 15 of the group are killed by a militia attack."
3451,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=600,2014-11-26T12:33:00,Badassistanian,The prime minister surrenders the whole continent fearing for his life wich was a terrible mistake. Britain chose the wrong minister to rule Australia
3452,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=600,2014-11-26T12:37:00,Syndikat,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22579468#p22579468"">wrote</a>:</cite>The prime minister surrenders the whole continent fearing for his life wich was a terrible mistake. Britain chose the wrong minister to rule Australia</div></blockquote><br/><br/>[OOC: I can't help but feel that this was a bit godmoddy. I'll let OP determine it, but this feels godmoddy to me.]"
3453,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=600,2014-11-26T12:41:00,Togeria,"OOC: let's say not the whole continent, or the whole continent but you face heavy retaliation by rebel groups."
3454,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=600,2014-11-26T12:44:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22579568#p22579568"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: let's say not the whole continent, or the whole continent but you face heavy retaliation by rebel groups.</div></blockquote><br/>works for me I take control of the country but I have to deal with really bad rebels that will make it fare and if you look up a map of Australia were I decided to land was good stradegy"
3455,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=625,2014-11-26T12:46:00,Togeria,"OOC: alright just looked it up. I'll allow it, but you'll face heavy opposition from the UK and rebel groups."
3456,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=625,2014-11-26T12:46:00,Badassistanian,We begin to set up defensives to hold Australia against the rebels we also recruit anti British in the area into the Swiss forces
3457,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=625,2014-11-26T13:11:00,Badassistanian,25% of German forces have landed and met up with Swedish forces bringing there expertise into the front will drastically improve the succes of this war
3458,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=625,2014-11-26T13:39:00,SECP,German-Swedish forces from Sweden move south through Finland area which is still controlled by Russia at the time but they also get support from the civs there sense they want to split from Russia. In the mean time German forces move towards Warsaw seeing how the Russians have their hands full with A-H my forces should reach their areas with little fighting.<br/><br/>Also a large number of German forces/supplies land on Swiss controlled beachs in England to help support the Swiss fight off the beaches.<br/><br/>German units that were in India now help Indian forces attack British forces in their land.
3459,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=625,2014-11-26T13:48:00,Badassistanian,The Swiss arms forces have gotten a chance to try prototype bombers and help mexicos in his invasion of spain
3460,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=625,2014-11-26T13:50:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22580392#p22580392"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Swiss arms forces have gotten a chance to try prototype bombers and help mars in his invasion of spain</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: replace mars with Mexico."
3461,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=625,2014-11-26T13:53:00,Badassistanian,The pilots are breifed fast and have begun the trip there reports so far say they fly like angels wich is probably praise
3462,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=625,2014-11-26T14:02:00,Badassistanian,The mission was a succes we were able to destroy the capital buildings and other important places one pilot has sent in this report: when the bomb dropped there was 20 secs of complete calm then an explosion that almost busted my ear drums happened I looked down and saw a cloud of smoke and debri when the clouds cleared what was once a building was nothing.
3463,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=625,2014-11-26T14:04:00,Badassistanian,All three bombers have made it back with little damage the Swiss pilots are being honored with the highest rewards in switzerland
3464,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=625,2014-11-26T14:19:00,Togeria,"Japan seeing the power if the German bomber, looks into creating their own. They ask for Swiss forces to help train their men in air warfare. They make plans to create a carrier for the machines. In Korea forces have taken to making a crude weapon, it has petrol filled in a breakable container with rag attached. When lit it can cause fires at any targets it's thrown to. There is no official name for it yet."
3465,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=625,2014-11-26T14:22:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22580711#p22580711"">wrote</a>:</cite>Japan seeing the power if the German bomber, looks into creating their own. They ask for Swiss forces to help train their men in air warfare. They make plans to create a carrier for the machines. In Korea forces have taken to making a crude weapon, it has petrol filled in a breakable container with rag attached. When lit it can cause fires at any targets it's thrown to. There is no official name for it yet.</div></blockquote><br/>the Swiss accept to train the French and we have begun producing our own versions of the bombers based on Germanys plans of course we pay Germany for the use of these plans we are calling are versions angles because the fly like angels"
3466,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=625,2014-11-26T14:51:00,SECP,"Seeing the success with the bomber in Spain Germany is converting factories into building the bomber coded ""Angle"" we now are successfully building 5 bombers a day"
3467,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=625,2014-11-26T14:56:00,Badassistanian,We begin production of big bertha and poison shells
3468,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=625,2014-11-26T14:59:00,SECP,"Seeing how other countries are making their own version of bombers Germany now is working on a new version nicknamed the ""Kiser Stopper"" all info will be given to the public after its completion and successful testing. All is know that it will be the biggest yet."
3469,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=625,2014-11-26T15:02:00,Badassistanian,We take the first angle bomber group consisting of 10 bombers to bomb Britain parliment
3470,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=625,2014-11-26T15:04:00,Togeria,"Japan sends a encoded message to Germany. It tells of a carrier for the ""angels"". A prototype is finished, but heavily guarded. They have no way to transport it to Germany. Japan has also finished the development of gas mask, a invention they keep only to themselves and the central powers."
3471,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=625,2014-11-26T15:05:00,Badassistanian,The first angle bomber group has crossed into northern France
3472,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=625,2014-11-26T15:06:00,Badassistanian,The angles fly into northern France and land
3473,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=625,2014-11-26T15:11:00,Mars12,Mexico has a two inch metal plating for any vehicle it can can stop rifle bullets and sometimes artillery shells.
3474,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=625,2014-11-26T15:12:00,Badassistanian,Troops in Britain are put on high alert
3475,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=625,2014-11-26T15:25:00,Syndikat,"Seeing the great success of the bomber program in Switzerland, France reaches out to the Swiss for aid in the development and construction of French bombers.<br/><br/>In other news, weaponry has finished being manufactured and is being distributed to French troops. French troops' training is also nearing completion, especially with the aid of Swiss officers."
3476,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=625,2014-11-26T15:34:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Syndikat <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22581536#p22581536"">wrote</a>:</cite>Seeing the great success of the bomber program in Switzerland, France reaches out to the Swiss for aid in the development and construction of French bombers.<br/><br/>In other news, weaponry has finished being manufactured and is being distributed to French troops. French troops' training is also nearing completion, especially with the aid of Swiss officers.</div></blockquote><br/>Japan is pleased to hear the news, they will win the war yet. With help from Switzerland, Japan has constructed their first aeroplane and bomber. The bomber is almost exactly like the one used in Spain with only a few differences. The other plane is like any normal one, except it has a second seat located behind the pilot. There a second pilot is given a machine gun to fire on enemy units. It is expected to be deployed in India."
3477,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=625,2014-11-26T15:35:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Syndikat <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22581536#p22581536"">wrote</a>:</cite>Seeing the great success of the bomber program in Switzerland, France reaches out to the Swiss for aid in the development and construction of French bombers.<br/><br/>In other news, weaponry has finished being manufactured and is being distributed to French troops. French troops' training is also nearing completion, especially with the aid of Swiss officers.</div></blockquote><br/>we accept to help aid you<br/>OOC:Britain was just on and when I sent bombers towards him he left."
3478,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=625,2014-11-26T15:36:00,Badassistanian,Are angles are exact replicas except with better bomb and engines we are able to bomb at twice the efficenty
3479,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=625,2014-11-26T15:37:00,Badassistanian,We send one of the seasoned pilots that conducted the Spain operation to France to aid in training
3480,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=650,2014-11-26T15:45:00,Syndikat,"French troops have completed their training and weapons have been distributed. With the pointers from Switzerland, development of a bomber is well underway and should be ready soon.<br/><br/>In short, France is ready for battle."
3481,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=650,2014-11-26T15:48:00,Togeria,"Japan sends the blue prints for a new armored car. It's frame is heavier as to support more steel, as of now it has 1/2 inches protecting it. It's equipped with a maxim machine gun in the back. It's light framed on purpose, it can move extremely fast, best used for quick maneuvers. We also send them our recipes for chlorine gas, and mask to protect them."
3482,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=650,2014-11-26T16:00:00,Syndikat,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321222&amp;p=22581805#p22581805"">wrote</a>:</cite>Japan sends the blue prints for a new armored car. It's frame is heavier as to support more steel, as of now it has 1/2 inches protecting it. It's equipped with a maxim machine gun in the back. It's light framed on purpose, it can move extremely fast, best used for quick maneuvers. We also send them our recipes for chlorine gas, and mask to protect them.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>These plans will be put to good use. Manufacturing is starting on these combat vehicles."
3483,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=650,2014-11-26T16:12:00,Badassistanian,I am beginning to research a new long range weopens(an upgraded sniper basically) and we begin production of these armored cars
3484,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=650,2014-11-26T17:20:00,Sergeot,"America has drafted approximately 3 million men into the army, trade agreements stand with allied forces, however agreements with opposing forces fall through."
3485,A different world(alt history. TCB only) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321222&start=650,2014-11-26T20:33:00,SECP,"The Kiser Stopper is now created and and tested (it successfully bombed an old farm house) heres the info on it.<br/><br/>Length: 75 ft<br/>Width: 140 ft<br/>Height: 12 ft<br/>Power: 6X 200 horsepower engines<br/>Max speed: about 60 mph<br/>Max range: about 450 miles<br/>Max height: 1.5 miles up<br/><br/>Has 3 maxim guns on it one on the nose two in the back<br/>Can drop 1,000 25Ib bombs"
3486,A Song Of Ice And Fire: The War of Five Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321255,2014-11-24T01:30:00,Romus Maximus,"<div align=""middle""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.geektown.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/game-of-thrones-logo.jpg""/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #FF0000"">This WILL be loaded with spoilers. You have been warned.</span></span><br/>Less than one week ago Lord Eddard Stark of Winterfell, the Warden of the North was executed in front of the Great Sept of Baelor. In the weeks before and since five kings have risen to replace the late Robert Baratheon, first of his name. You are a lord/lady from a small family serving one of these kings in what will become known as the War of Five Kings.<br/><br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321009&amp;p=22523828#p22523828"" rel=""nofollow"">OOC</a><br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://tinypic.com/m/ie31tx/3"" rel=""nofollow"">The Map of Westeros, with PC castles.</a></div>"
3487,A Song Of Ice And Fire: The War of Five Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321255,2014-11-24T01:38:00,Romus Maximus,"Datherion was sitting upon his throne, musing over recent events, when a guard ran into throne room.<br/>""Sir, we have word that Lord Eddard Stark was executed, rather than sent to the wall. The Lords Stannis and Renly have both declared themselves king and claim that King Joffery is the inbred bastard of the Kingslayer. The North has declared Eddard's eldest boy King in The North. Whom do we declare loyalty to mi'lord?""<br/>Datherion continued to sit and think, although this time on to whom his loyalty belonged. He curtly dismissed the guard and called a meeting of his advisiors, including his wife and mother. He left his much younger sister to play with his son, as neither were old enough to attend the meeting."
3488,A Song Of Ice And Fire: The War of Five Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321255,2014-11-24T02:05:00,Palonitr and Howland,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Dayrk Lastoak<br/>Last Tree, Great Hall</span><br/><br/>As one of the more minor lords of the North, Dayrk had not attended the meet in Winterfell and stayed in Last Tree. When he had heard of Robb Stark's decision to march south, Dayrk had called for his levies and had immediately situated them in little forts hidden in the forests alongside the border between Last Tree and The Green Fork readying to defend from Lannister Invaders. He had also sent riders to meet with the King and a company of archers to Moat Cailin. Dayrk looked over his map of the 7 Kingdoms, worried about the Lannister hosts that were ravaging the Riverlands. He looked out of his window and saw his knightly son, Eddard training the most recent group of levies. Dayrk sighed and mourned for all those who were dead and were about to be."
3489,A Song Of Ice And Fire: The War of Five Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321255,2014-11-24T02:29:00,Great Franconia and Verana,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Hycroft Fortress, The Reach</span><br/>Lord Curthalion, second of that name, Lord of Hycroft and Head of House Losgar, sat on his throne, adorned in white and silver robes. His elaborate mask sat emotion less on his face, covering wounds untold, and offering a visage that would unnerved even the most iron of will. Before him, in the high ceilings of Hycroft, stood his courtiers, and his beautiful wide, Marya, last of the House Targaryn in Westeros.<br/><br/>Their three children, 10 year old Eserys, was the Lords son and heir, played on the ground with his toy soldier, while Jarya, 14, and Nyra, 12, stared at the court as a lady was to do.<br/><br/>News of the Execution of Lord Eddard Stark came as a sad surprise to the court at Hycroft. Curthalion had fought with Aerys Targaryn during the Baratheon Rebellion, and despite being on opposing sides, Eddard and Curthalion had coke to respect each other as opponents, on the few occasions they had met in combat.<br/><br/>Curthalion blue eyes pierced into the hall, the only part of his face showing from behind his mask. The pain never truly went away, and the Lord knew that he would never be as active as he was once. Yet, even scarred as he was, his intellect was keen, and his sword arm strong.<br/><br/>""Curt,"" Marya said, leaning in carefully so as to avoid hitting the Lord with her elaborate headdress. ""Are you alright? You have not said anything for some time, since Ser Carion began his presentation on the current state of affairs in Kings Landing.""<br/><br/>The Lord looked down at his devoted wife, scion of a long house.<br/>""My love,"" his voice came muffled and quiet from behind the mask. ""Ser Carion would not know his ass from a horse, why should I trust him on the affairs of Kings Landing, a place infinitely more complex than Carion is used to.""<br/><br/>Eserys looked up, sharing his father's ice blue eyes.<br/>""Are you thinking of something..."" He asked keenly, adding a swift my Lord at the end to follow the proper protocol.<br/><br/>""A true Lord is always thinking, even when he gives the impression that he couldn't care less.""<br/>Behind the grave mask, Curt smiled.<br/>""One day you will learn Eserys, one day, you will sit on a chair far greater than the one you are on now. For you are of Losgar, and Targaryn, and will one day be Lord of Hycroft. One day, you will learn."""
3490,A Song Of Ice And Fire: The War of Five Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321255,2014-11-24T03:23:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ellena Lucifen</span><br/><br/>In the main hall of Eastbloom a peasant stood nervously before the lady of the castle, who was scarcely more than a child. The peasant was a barrel of a man, a farmer with a square head and plain features. The lady stared down at him from her seat at the top of a few steps with nothing but contempt.<br/><br/>""My lady I wish to make a complaint about the taxes-"" the man spoke every word slowly and nervously, every word it seemed like his voice would break. ""I am considered wealthier than most and yet I am barely able to-"" the lady broke out into a loud yawn which cut through the hall.<br/><br/>""It's much more important that your lady is able to maintain this castle and is able to pay her own taxes to the crown than you and your friends having a few extra coppers."" the lady said. The peasant tried to get a word in but was promptly cut off. ""Now kneel before me to show your proper respects and leave my hall.""<br/><br/>The peasant man seemed like he was about to argue for a second, but caved in and sunk to his knees before being escorted out by a guardsman. Ellena rose from her seat and began walking to her chambers, hounded by her maester.<br/><br/>""My lady, I think it would be wise to put more consideration into the views of the smallfolk. After all they are the ones who have payed for all of this."" the maester said motioning to the lavish decorations and furniture around the castle.<br/><br/>""What's for supper?"" Ellena asked, clearly not caring about the matter at all.<br/><br/>""I think the cooks were preparing an exquisite roast boar among other-. Well anyway I have dispatched your letter of support to king Joffrey.""<br/><br/>""Good, he'll easily slay those northern barbarians."" Ellena said. She had been conflicted between choosing Joffrey or Renly but from what she had heard Renly was not a cruel or vengeful man and Joffrey's forces were much closer to Eastbloom. ""Now go and get the cooks to send me something light."" she instructed, walking into her chambers and flopping onto her featherbed."
3491,A Song Of Ice And Fire: The War of Five Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321255,2014-11-24T07:59:00,The GAmeTopians,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Castle Syrynsong, The North</span><br/>Syrak sat on his simple throne of wood and leather as his advisors came up to him with messages.<br/>""Sir, Eddard Stark has been executed! The North itself is now ruled by his eldest son!""<br/>Syrak nearly fell out of his seat.<br/>""Send word to the Bonefort saying that we will remain neutral in the fights that will surely follow this event. Quartermaster, double the guard on the walls and at the gate, recruit from the village. Start raising the army as well.""<br/>The men rushed to comply, and a messenger sent a bird for the Bonefort."
3492,A Song Of Ice And Fire: The War of Five Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321255,2014-11-24T11:50:00,-Fedora-,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Orwen Lily's Private Study, Castle Brightblossom, the Reach</span><br/>""One thousand nine hundred and fifty seven, one thousand nine hundred and fifty eight, one thousand nine hundred and fifty nine..."" Orwen sat in his study counting the revenue from the most recent tax collection when an envoy, resplendent in Royal livery, entered his chambers, puffing and panting. ""My *puff* lord *pant* I bring urgent news *puff* from *pant* King's Landing,"" Orwen raised his right hand and addressed the messenger, whilst continuing to count under his breath. ""Is it not<span style=""font-size: 70%; line-height: 116%;"">one thousand nine hundred and sixty</span>customary<span style=""font-size: 70%; line-height: 116%;"">one thousand nine hundred and sixty one</span>to knock<span style=""font-size: 70%; line-height: 116%;"">one thousand nine hundred and sixty two</span>before entering<span style=""font-size: 70%; line-height: 116%;"">one thousand nine hundred and sixty three</span>in King's Landing?"" The envoy's expression became one of confusion before his momentary lapse in politeness dawned upon him. ""My sincerest apologies my lord, I have travelled from KIng's Landing, riding for four days and four nights, with little pause for rest and respite, but this is no excuse for my poor manners,"" Orwen smiled. "" Well then, you must be very tired, I will see to it that you are provided with a warm meal and a bed before you have to begin the arduous journey back."" He stood up and, moving swiftly, had laid a hand on the messenger's back and ushered him to the door. Orwen opened it, ignoring the protestations of the envoy. ""But my lord, what about the news I came to deliver?"" Orwen emitted an exasperated sigh ""What? That Ned Stark, the Hand of the King, is dead? I already know, now run along boy,"" and with that, he closed the door and went to return to his work."
3493,A Song Of Ice And Fire: The War of Five Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321255,2014-11-24T14:39:00,The Intergalactic Russian Empire,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Inferno Stronghold</span></span></span><br/>Edmund was sitting down, eating when a man came running into the room shouting ""M'lord! M'lord! Urgent news!"" Edmund set his fork down and said ""Have you ever heard of knocking? Speak quickly, before I throw you out."" the man said ""Sir, Ned Stark has been executed by Joffery Baratheon!"" Edmund looked at the man and said ""You mean that small, blonde, inbred bastard? That Joffery?"" the man said ""Who else is named Joffery Baratheon?"" and the king growled ""Times up, get out."" the man ran out as fast as he could. Edmund then started planning."
3494,A Song Of Ice And Fire: The War of Five Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321255,2014-11-24T15:27:00,Kuhlfros,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Long Lake, the North</span><br/>Lord Darrick and his young son Bennar trotted along the coast of the Long Lake, The towers of BlackOak Keep could hardly be seen over some towering sentinel pines near the lake, They were quiet for the most part silently look across the lake or into the woods, a quarter way around the lake they turned their horses around raced back for the Logging and Fishing Village on the lake that swore as his vassal, Darrick glanced to his son who was racing only slightly behind him on his horse grinning wildly and laughing the whole way , as they began to slow down near the village Darrick too began to laugh as they allowed their horses a snack and led them to the stable posts of the wooden stables and walked together to the Keep, BlackOak was a Fortress built by the Firstmen, atop a forested hill, surrounded by trees and the Long Lake, it was a smaller but efficient fortification, it and its towers seemingly towered from the ground like a tree would, House Teague held this land for centuries, for sometime swearing to the Umbers before the Umbers swore to the Starks, now House Teague was one of the Lesser Vassals of the Starks of Winterfell, meaning they were not unfortunately invited to Winterfell like the High Lords, At the front gatehouse, a Tall dark wooden gate with iron holding it together swung open to the Lord and Lordling and they took thier walk up the hill to the main keep, where their Maester, Connin, hustled over to them, Connin was a slight young man, perhaps 4 years younger than the Lord Himself, clutched in his palm was a letter, while the raven he obviously had taken it from flapped and squawked annoyingly from its cage near the Lord's Chair, Before Darrick had a chance to speak he hustled through the letter, ""Our Liege Lord, Robb Stark, has called upon his ancestral Birthright as King of Winter and declares independence from the Iron Throne and the tyranny of the Lannisters, whom had his beloved father, our previous Lord, Eddard Stark beheaded, this Tyranny cannot go unpunished therefore he has called upon his vassals to bring about the Men of the North to join him on his march against the Iron Throne. Signed Maester Luwin of Winterfell."" Darrick nodded and said, ""Connin, get me Master or Arms Phyre immediately, I expect him to be in the Village Tavern,"" Connin mumbled hurriedly ""Right away My Lord,"" and rushed away nearly tripping and stopping to a dead halt, spun around, grabbed the raven in the cage and hurried away again, Darrick mentioned to Bennar, ""Poor man, A southron man who is so nervous of failing or angering me he bumbles around and refuses to look me in the eye for fear..Still a good and intelligent man nontheless, but a frightened doe..."""
3495,A Song Of Ice And Fire: The War of Five Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321255,2014-11-25T01:03:00,Romus Maximus,"With has family and advisors assembled, Lord Datherion stood and walked to the large war table behind the throne and waited for them to move into their positions. He placed five flags around the map before speaking.<br/>""These five flags represent the four Kings of Westeros. The question is which do we support?""<br/>His most loyal knight quickly spoke up, ""We support our good King Joffery Baratheon and show him that the Stormlands is still loyal to the Baratheon name, of course.""<br/>His head of personal guard was quick to respond, ""You do realise that three of the kings carry the name Baratheon, you idiot. We have Joffery, Stannis and Renly.""<br/>His head scribe chimed in, ""Not to forget King Stark. And Greyjoy will probably try to rebel again, the old fool is like a mule.""<br/>He lowered his head before speaking again, ""My question still stands. Who do we support?"" As he looked around the table each of them looked to each other and he realised that they all had the same choice. Eventually his mother spoke up and confirmed his suspicions.<br/>""My son, we only have one real option. We must ready our armies and try to remain neutral. It will be hard but it must be done for the better of House Crex. There is no clear use of injustice yet other than King Joffery's choice to behead Lord Eddard, and we cannot side with King Stark until they push past the Riverlands, so we must wait. We Howl For Justice.""<br/>""Of course mother. Any in agreement say Aye."" There was a chorus as the ten at the table said Aye and he nodded and dismissed them, thanking each personally for his or her time."
3496,A Song Of Ice And Fire: The War of Five Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321255,2014-11-25T10:43:00,Of the Quendi,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;"">The Reach</span><br/>Highgarden, On the River Mander<br/>The Seven Kingdoms of Westeros</span></span><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/thumb/9/99/House_Tyrell.PNG/250px-House_Tyrell.PNG""/><br/><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Willas Tyrell, Heir to Highgarden</span><br/></span></span></div><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">T</span></span>hough the gentle summer warm wind blowing from the south through the tranquil gardens of the grand seat of his ancestors was among the most soothing and calming sensations Willas Tyrell knew it could not quite suppress the frustration and anger in the scholarly heir to the seat of the Tyrell's weary heart. Resting on a marble bench gazing upon the wondrous beauty of the gardens of the castle he would one day rule Willas could not close his ears to the laughter and cheers escaping the great hall behind him.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">T</span></span>hat Lord Mace Tyrell had made his decision against the cautious counsel of his heir and sharp admonishments of his mother and in favor of the gregarious charisma of Renly Baratheon and the pleadings of Mace's favorite son Loras was clear to the heir. No proclamations or announcements needed to be made, it was clear in the eyes of Lord Mace when he spoke with Renly. Clearly, Willas mused, Mace saw a king in Renly. Willas saw only a jester, a fool. A boy pretending to be a man, leading the Reach to ruin by his posturing. House Tyrell deserved better. Margaery deserved better.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">W</span></span>illas felt a swelling behind his eyelids as a tear formed. The cheerful little sister he remembered reading nighttime stories to was a woman grown. Aye she needed a man, but one who would love her in a way Renly never could. Father failed to see it but Willas needed but cast a single gaze on Loras when he spoke of the man he already called king to know the truth of it. Renly would make a poor king and a worse husband.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">W</span></span>ith a sigh Willas reached out for his crutches and, slowly, got up from his bench with their aid. Despite the pleasant weather the evenings where growing colder and Willas felt it in his crushed leg.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Winter is coming.""</span>He mumbled to himself, pondering the fate of the man whose words those where. Perhaps that was Renly's great claim to kingship. Thus far the Queen Regent and her brood made for an appalling alternative.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">H</span></span>obbling away from the sounds of festivities escaping the great hall Willas headed for the library tower. If he was to suffer further talk of war and alliances and kings and fealty from the mouthes of his father, youngest brother and, however much against his will, king, he would need the comforting presence of wise maesters addressing him from beyond their death through ink on paper."
3497,A Song Of Ice And Fire: The War of Five Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321255,2014-11-25T11:22:00,Alderann,"BREAKER CASTLE, WESTERLANDS<br/><br/>Lord William Hawthorne sat in the study of his castle. The head and last surviving member of House Hawthorne, he had great responsibility as lord. Reading the many books in the library to future his education.<br/><br/>William is a very athletic young man of 25, with short light brown hair and ice blue eyes, standing at 6,2"". He is one of the most well off bachelor's in the westerlands.<br/><br/>Sitting by the fire in his study with a book just trying to stay warm. The sun was setting and the breeze from the ocean was chilly.<br/><br/>In the courtyard of the castle a commotion started. People gathered and it seemed to be big news. Sitting up in the study William could hear the roar of the crowd that was growing.<br/><br/>Listening to the crowed outside when all of a sudden there was a knock at the door.<br/>"" Enter ""<br/><br/>The servant walked in excited about something.<br/>"" milord I bring news from Kingslanding. Lord Edward Stark has been executed by order of the king for treason.""<br/><br/>William was shocked by the recent events of what happened.<br/>"" I doubt that Lord Stark was guilty of treason. My father fought with that man, I knew that man. What news about sansa?""<br/><br/>The servant replied. "" milord she is still in Kingslanding ""<br/><br/>"" Then she is in danger. Ready me a company of men. We ride for Kingslanding ."""
3498,A Song Of Ice And Fire: The War of Five Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321255,2014-11-25T14:50:00,Dernland,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Alderth Keep, Westerlands</span><br/><br/>Athen rode through the streets of Alderth Keep. He wore no finery, had no guards, and did not carry any decorative weapons and he did not expect such things. In his eyes, he was just a man, a peasant with no rights to lordship. But the people thought different. He was the first to stand up the tyrannical Lord Byron Lannister, and had been the one to slay him in the battle of Alderth Village. Now the people of Alderth treat Athen as a lord, calling him the White Lion. His young eyes held a tint of worry when he saw the streams of smoke rising from outside the palisade. Alderth keep was besieged by Byrons son, Ser Willam Lannister.<br/><br/>Athen's head jerked around when a sudden clang of the bell tower shattered the near silence of the street. A tall watchtower, made of wooden poles and rickety planks, was where the bell was kept. The watchman was hammering the bell with a large mallet. Men rushed from their houses with clubs, axes, spears, pikes, bows, and even a few swords. ""TO ARMS, TO ARMS!"" Athen cried into the din, ""The Lannisters want a fight, they'll have one!""<br/><br/>Within minutes, bowmen were firing from platforms on the palisade. Militia formed battle lines behind the walls to the beat of drums, a familiar beat. Athen muttered the words under his breath, ""And who are you, the proud lord said, that I must bow so low..."""
3499,A Song Of Ice And Fire: The War of Five Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321255,2014-11-25T23:18:00,Romus Maximus,"<div align=""middle""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Events in the Realm</span></span></span><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-style: italic"">The Stormlands</span></span><br/>King Renly Baratheon sends messengers to all of the Stormlords, asking them to rally in his name to defeat the usurpers Stannis, Joffery and Robb Stark.<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-style: italic"">The North</span><br/></span>The armies of the North begin to march south, passing many castles along the way. They are heading towards Moat Cailin and then to the Riverlands to protect their allies and defeat the Lannister armies.<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-style: italic"">The Reach</span></span><br/>Ser Loras Tyrell has returned to Highgarden, requesting that the Lords of The Reach aid King Renly Baratheon in the coming war. His sister Margaery is to be queen.<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-style: italic"">The Crownlands</span></span><br/>The head of Eddard Stark is placed on a pike as a warning to others that treason will not be tolerated.<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-style: italic"">The Riverlands</span><br/></span>The Lannister armies continue to ravage the Riverlands and the river lords are suffering heavy casualties.<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-style: italic"">The Vale</span></span><br/>All is quiet in the Vale.<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-style: italic"">The Westerlands</span><br/></span>The Lannisters are mustering as many men as they can to defend the crown from the usurpers.<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Dorne</span></span><br/>Dorne is as always very quiet, as if they don't know of the outside world.</div><br/><hr/><br/>Datherion read the letter from the so called 'King' Renly and then burned it from disinterest. He walked the halls of his castle and pondered on whom he thought to be the justiciar of the new 'kings'. As he pondered he knew that he could not serve either Renly or Joffery as one didn't even come close to the birthright, while the other was an egotistic boy king. He came to the conclusion that Stannis was all about justice, while Robb Stark was fighting for justice and knew that he would have to make his choice soon. He soon went to his quarters to sleep off the afternoon."
3500,A Song Of Ice And Fire: The War of Five Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321255,2014-11-26T00:01:00,Mnar Secundus,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Bonefort, Dorne</span><br/><br/>Lord Agravaine Morholt was holding court atop his gold-encrusted ebony throne in the Bonefort when the news reached him. More precisely, he was watching his eldest son and heir Gareth hold court. The young man, all of fifteen, was sitting on a smaller ebony chair on the large steps leading to his father's throne; he looked much like Agravaine, but a very pale-skinned Agravaine with his mother Alice's aquamarine eyes. Agravaine sometimes worried about Gareth: the lad was proving himself a talented swordsman with a drive for all things knightly, but his studies lagged behind. Lord Morholt stirred on his throne as he read the message brought by his squire distractedly, remembering his own youth as he studied the figure of his son and heir before him.<br/><br/>Agravaine had always been better at academics than at playing around with sharp tools. When he was but a child, his father had sent him out on a long voyage all over the known world, with his maester for main company; he had traveled from Braavos to Slaver's Bay, from Slaver's Bay to the Summer Islands, and he had gone as far as Asshai by the Shadow, establishing relationships with local men of note for the late Lord Gawayn Morholt to use. It had been a risky enterprise, of course, lasting several years and fraught with perils, but then again, Agravaine had originally been a<span style=""font-style: italic"">third</span>son - an acceptable piece to wager by all accounts.<br/>When he had finally come back to the Bonefort, he had found his House ruined: both his brothers had died on the battlefields of Robert's Rebellion, and his parents had fallen victim to Tywin Lannister's troops at King's Landing. Agravaine had taken things into his own hands and managed to secure House Morholt's safety through the skills and the network of connections his travels had given him: by that point, he had found friends in the Iron Bank of Braavos, trained as an alchemist in Lys, made a private fortune bringing back exotic spices and merchandise from Asshai, established favorable trade routes with Pentos and Norvos ... He spoke over half a dozen foreign languages fluently, could get by in a good dozen more, and could make allies everywhere in the known world - when he didn't have them in place already.<br/>After a couple of years of hard work, extraordinary strokes of luck and convenient<span style=""font-style: italic"">accidents</span>, Agravaine had restored House Morholt to its former glory; a few more months, and he had made it strong enough to allow his marriage to Lady Alice Yronwood. That gave him a power base in Northern Dorne, not to mention the ear of one of the greatest lords in the realm; the fact that Agravaine and Alice quickly turned out to genuinely love each other was, of course, a welcome bonus. At this point, after years upon years of efforts, House Morholt was<span style=""font-style: italic"">this</span>close to real power ...<br/><br/>Agravaine's reddish eyes sharpened in a heartbeat. Joffrey Baratheon had done<span style=""font-style: italic"">what</span>?<br/><br/>Without betraying his excitement, he glanced over the throne room, a vast and formerly austere space with its bone-white walls now covered in colorful Norvosi tapestries, taking notice of the people he'd have to hold council with. His wife, of course, willowy and pale-skinned with ink-black hair and clear aquamarine eyes in a heart-shaped face, who was already walking discreetly towards him; his uncle Ser Bors, powerfully built and balding; two of the three maesters - young Maron and middle-aged Arys, old Robert would stay to assist Gareth; Qatho Vesper, the envoy from Braavos, a short and lithe man with a long, straight nose who worked for the Iron Bank; and a couple liege lords of note. He stood up and said, ""My lords, an urgent matter has been brought to my attention. I will retire to my solar."" Then, adressing the people he had singled out: ""I would have you come with me. The court will be held by my son."" And he walked off into his study, his councelors in tow.<br/><br/>Once they reached the solar - an airy and comfortably furnished room overlooking the crops Agravaine was trying to grow within the Bonefort's walls -, he explained the situation in a few words: ""My lords, have a seat. I'm afraid I have dire news."" He sat down himself and poured himself a glass of Arbor red, putting it down on the table for everyone to share. ""Apparently, Joffrey Baratheon - the first of his name, king of whatever and so on and so forth - has had the ... original idea of publicly beheading Eddard Stark on charges of<span style=""font-style: italic"">treason</span>."" He smirked. ""On the steps to the Sept of Baelor, no less."" He took a sip of wine.<br/><br/>The lords and lady in the room looked at each other with various degrees of bewilderment. They understood the message, of course, but those were smart people: they failed to comprehend why Joffrey would be allowed to do that. It was just plain ... plain<span style=""font-style: italic"">stupid</span>. Eventually, Lady Alice spoke up. ""How have the great lords of the realm reacted?""<br/><br/>Agravaine looked into his glass as he answered distractedly. ""Robb Stark is on the warpath, as could be expected. We can safely assume that he's walking down the kingsroad as we speak, heading for Moat Cailin with the intention to support his allies in the riverlands - those are Tully lands, after all. Stannis Baratheon is mustering what meager strength he has, and his brother Renly seems to be intent on claiming the throne for himself. He's rather more of a threat: I expect most of the Reach to answer his call, since he appears to be betrothed to Margaery Tyrell. The Greyjoys haven't made a move yet, but we can expect Balon to rebel once again; he isn't the kind of man who learns from mistakes."" Agavaine still remembered the battles of the Greyjoy Rebellion very well.<span style=""font-style: italic"">I wonder what Syrak will do up there in the North. Probably stay neutral at this point.</span>""The Lannisters are busy rampaging all over the riverlands and growing their own armies, and Lady Lysa of the Vale doesn't seem to be doing anything in particular. As for our Lord Doran, well, it's unsurprising that he hasn't made his move yet.""<br/><br/>""I won't believe that Lord Stark commited treason,"" rumbled Bors Morholt in his baritone of a voice. ""The man was fanatic about his honor, not to mention that King Robert was his childhood friend.""<br/><br/>""Yes, it's fairly obvious propaganda,"" said Agravaine after taking another sip of his Arbor red. ""Not that the truth matters. I think we can all agree that Joffrey isn't exactly what one would look for in a king ... But then again, we can't possibly move against our lord Martell's will, now can we?"" Everyone in the room smiled derisively. They respected Doran Martell, but they all knew that Agravaine Morholt wouldn't let things like loyalty get in the way of his scheming. The lord drank the rest of his wine in one go and put the glass down delicately. ""Uncle.""<br/><br/>Ser Bors understood right away. ""I'll have Ser Arthur gather our men. He's probably training, that's all he ever does.""<br/><br/>""Have them stand by for the moment."" As his uncle walked off, Agravaine adressed the Braavosi envoy. ""Qatho, I think we might need to move the plan in Braavos forward a bit.""<br/><br/>""Agreed,"" the man answered in a strangely melodious voice. ""I'll dispatch a messenger. How soon then?""<br/><br/>""I want Elia and Koreo here in two months, with the other arrangements taken care of."" Qatho strode towards the door, draping himself in his black cape as he walked. Once Koreo Fregar was here, Braavos would support Agravaine fully - especially if<span style=""font-style: italic"">the other arrangements</span>worked out as planned.<br/><br/>""I'll be moving to Yronwood tomorrow ... With Gareth, I think. It's past time he had a taste of real politics. Alice, could you take care of things here?"" She nodded with a smile. Agravaine, smiling back thinly, issued a few more commands before pouring himself another glass of wine.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Now ... let's wait and see.</span>"
3501,A Song Of Ice And Fire: The War of Five Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321255,2014-11-26T01:00:00,Palonitr and Howland,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Dayrk Lastoak<br/>Last Tree</span><br/><br/>Dayrk had been running around the neck for the past few days, securing villages and holdfasts as well as preparing Moat Cailin for the arrival of Robb Stark and his host. He had also intercepted much of the Lannister men that had for some reason been roaming the north, they had a band of 50 men running for the Twins, looking to escape the incoming Northern host. Lastoak bannermen had managed to intercept this band and engaged them in a short skirmish, a ambush that had caught the Lannister men by suprise. And now a exhausted Dayrk Lastoak had to deal with the Lannister men.<br/><br/>Dayrk approached the dungeon cell door that held the head of the captured men, a unlanded knight of no importance. He arrived at the dark room and spoke to the chained man, ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Ser Harrion Hill, am I correct? What are your objectives here in the North?</span>""<br/><br/>The man spat onto Dayrk's boots and grunted, his face showing no signs of betrayal. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Like I'll tell any of you frog eaters anything. You better start praying to yer old gods, for when Tywin Lannister get here, the North will burn.</span>""<br/><br/>Dayrk raised his eyebrow and kicked the man. He sighed at the misconception that the Lastoaks were crannogmen. They had no hate for the crannogmen but it was frustrating to be known for what they were not. He sighed once more and left the dungeons, looking for his chair. He was extremely tired."
3502,A Song Of Ice And Fire: The War of Five Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321255,2014-11-26T01:34:00,Palonitr and Howland,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Meanwhile...<br/>Ser Eddard Lastoak<br/>Kingsroad along the neck</span><br/><br/>Eddard had been sent by his father to meet Robb Stark's host along with 20 Lastoak calvalrymen. He had been sent to Moat Cailin to help prepare it for the coming host before coming for Robb Stark. As night fell, Eddard and his men saw the large camp that held much of the North's Army. Eddard started slowly approaching the camp, greeting the guards and asking for directions to the commander's tent. He dismounted his horse and went to find the Stark.<br/><br/>Eddard approached the war council and spoke as eyes looked onto him. He gulped and then spoke, ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Greetings Lords and Ladies, Lord Stark. I am Ser Eddard Lastoak, son of Dayrk Lastoak. My father and I had been preparing the Neck's defenses and Moat Cailin. Moat Cailin is now manned by a company of archers. We also have 200 hundred men-at-arms ready and waiting at Last Tree. Though we wish it to be on a less unfortunate situation, we welcome you to the Neck.</span>"" Eddard bowed towards Robb Stark."
3503,A Song Of Ice And Fire: The War of Five Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321255,2014-11-26T02:16:00,Great Franconia and Verana,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">On the Road</span><br/>""Nearly there,"" was all Curthalion could think as his horse began the steady march into Dorne. With the sun beating down on him, and his retinue, Curt could only think of how hot it was in his wife's Cart.<br/><br/>Curthalion chuckled behind his mask, smiling to himself. Marya likely didn't mind. She had a natural resistance to temperature, her own husband could not join her in her baths due to the heat at which she had them poured. The blood of the Targaryens, or just Marya being Marya. Either way, Curthalion loved her.<br/><br/>With her light violet eyes, and bright platinum hair, her beauty stunned the Reach Lord. He still remembered the day, still remembered when he first saw Marya. Before the War, before...<br/>Curt reached up and felt his mask, tracing the fine engravings.<br/><br/>The Lord turned away, banishing the thoughts from his mind. His task was simple, and for his family, he must see it through. Hycroft would be fine, the administration that went on daily was carried out by Curts council most days in any case.<br/>The Lord looked back, and saw the bright blue cart within which his wife and son sat. Marya was always afraid of Robert Baratheon. Afraid that one day, the Kingsguard would storm Hycroft, and tear apart the Family. Who could blame her? Robert was a brute, a womanizer, and a drunk, and he ordered the execution of most of her family, even if they were just distant relatives. That was a factor in the very naming of their son. Curt had always valued tradition, and desired a strong name, of Targaryen roots.<br/>Marya wanted none of it. Eserys was as proud a name as she could go. After all, very few people knew of the survival of Marya's line, and almost no one thought that there were any Targaryens left in Westeros.<br/><br/>""Good thing I chose the middle name,"" Curt grinned, gripping his saddle. ""Eserys Aegnor Losgar. A name to be proud of.""<br/><br/>Across the deserts and plains of Dorne, the caravan was strung. In such a fearful time as this, Dorne was one of the few safe places. Even Hycroft would soon be in the line of fire. That is why this trip, and this mission, must be done now.<br/><br/>""Whoa,"" Curt said, pulling back on the reigns slightly. ""Ser Baliol, where is the nearest Castle, or town? We need rest, resupply, drink. We can't make it to Sunspear straight away.""<br/><br/>A young man on the Horse next to Curt turned to his Lord. An adventurer of sorts, Ser Baliol was well acquainted with Dorne.<br/>""A castle lies just over that ridge My Lord, Bonefort. Held by House Morholt.""<br/><br/>""I will go,"" Curt said, drawing his white cloak over his sky blue tunic. ""Along with my Guard. Ser Keyser, Ser Balda, please organize the Caravan into a defensive circle. God knows, in these times, what could happen.""<br/><br/>With that, Curthalion and his small retinue of guards turned away from the road, and began to ride towards the location of Bonefort. The slopes turned from sand to rock as they drew closer to the mountains, and as they came over a small rise, Bonefort came into view.<br/><br/>""Impressive,"" Curt admitted, admiring the unyielding, slanting walls.<br/>The group trotted forward, the mask for the Lord glinting in the sunlight, as they drew nigh upon the Gates..."
3504,A Song Of Ice And Fire: The War of Five Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321255,2014-11-26T03:42:00,Of the Quendi,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;"">The Reach</span><br/>Highgarden, On the River Mander<br/>The Seven Kingdoms of Westeros</span></span><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/thumb/9/99/House_Tyrell.PNG/250px-House_Tyrell.PNG""/><br/><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Willas Tyrell, Heir to Highgarden</span><br/></span></span></div><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">T</span></span>he splendor of the banners in their hundreds, nay thousands, waving beneath the outermost wall of Highgarden above a vast host of spear, of sword, of bow and of horse in the livery of Reach and Stormlands was an awe-inspiring sight Willas had to admit. Fox-and-flowers, red apples, green apples, striding huntsman, oak leaves, crane, cloud of butterflies, nightingale, quills, green sea turtle, griffin, quartered-sun-and-moon, golden tree, waved in the winds above the great host, and above all other banners and sigils the golden rose and the crowned stag. From his high vantage point on the balcony of the guest tower in the inner courtyard of Highgarden could not deny that the host beneath was formidable to behold.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Y</span></span>et what Lord Mace and King Renly, for now it was so the young Baratheon lord had crowned himself before gods and man and for House Tyrell there would be no turning back now, did not see Willas saw as well. The absence of tower, grape cluster, three stars and flour-de-lis. That no hosts had come from Oldtown and the Arbor was expected, even if they where the mightiest of the vassals of House Tyrell. But the absence of House Losgar and House Lilly was not.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">W</span></span>illas furrowed his brow, disturbed by the recalcitrance of those two houses. Even House Florent had not dared not to come even if they where ever a treacherous bunch eagerly coveting Highgarden and the Reach for themselves. If a house so treacherous had answered lord Mace's call how wicked would not Losgar and Lily need be to refuse the call?<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">W</span></span>orse merely then absence however, Willas had received disturbing news Lord Tarly. His castellan at Horn Hill had sent a raven announcing that a party of Losgar retainers had ridden into Dorne. Dorne had never been a friend of the Reach. Willas was not so proud and blind that he could not see that the reasons had at least as much to do with the Reach as with Dorne but whatever the case a Tyrell bannerman preferring to send men to Dorne at a time when the Tyrells where calling their banners at Highgarden rather then answer said call was bordering on treason.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">A</span></span>quiet cough interrupted Willas's musings.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""You called Willas?""</span>Maester Lomys spoke. Turning away from the spectacular sight of Renly's army, Renly's first army as new forces where already being raised throughout the Reach, the young king had decided not to rush his advance on King's Landing, Willas's furrowed brow gave way to a warm smile when he greeted the maester.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Yes Maester. I have a letter I need sent to Hycroft Fortress to remind the good lord Curthalion that attendance at Highgarden for the muster is not an option but a command.""</span>Willas said, handing his letter to the maester.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">L</span></span>omys nodded slowly, ponderously, as was his fashion, yet his eyes quickly and keenly skimmed the open letter he was handed.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""And you are certain this is wise My Lord. Mayhaps Lord Curthalion has good cause for his delay?""</span>The maester proposed.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Mayhaps.""</span>Willas conceded.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""But his lands sits at the mouth of the river Manderly as the second line of defense for Highgarden against a seaside assault. His lands borders not only Highgarden's own but also that of the Florents, making his loyalty vital for the security of my father's domain. Further I have heard it rumored that the masked lord has himself lead his men into Dorne. On this hour of war I will not stand idly by why the lords of the Reach plot with men who are no friends of House Tyrell.""</span>The Highgarden heir proclaimed.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">T</span></span>he maester once more gave a slow ponderous nod.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Very well then. What of House Lily, will you write them as well?""</span>He inquired, receiving a headshake from Willas.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Thus far I will afford them a bit more patient. They may have just been delayed and be here in a few days, their seat is further away than Hycroft Fortress.""</span>Willas concluded.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-style: italic"">To his lordship, Curthalion Losgar, Lord of Hycroft Fortress, Willas, first son and heir to Mace Tyrell, the Lord of Highgarden, Defender of the Marches, High Marshall of the Reach and Warden of the South, sends his greetings,<br/><br/>My Lord,<br/><br/>Ill can it have escaped the notice of House Losgar of Hycroft Fortress and its illustrious lord that war is upon the Seven Kingdoms as many a man now claim to sit a throne suited only for one, and iller still can it be news to thine Lordship that the Reach is mobilizing at Highgarden. As no man would deny that thou art a both loyal and diligent vassal, devoted in his service to my family in both word and deed as a true knight and bannerman ought be it, I find myself both surprised and perplexed to find you absent from the hosts that now gather at my father's seat and know not what to make of rumors that thine lordship has chosen this hour of need for thine liege lord to venture beyond the borders of the Reach to Dorne, a land of unknown loyalties and allegiances.<br/><br/>Hence I shall request that thine lordship, or whichever castelan or steward at Hycroft Fortress who may receive this my missive should it be true that thine lordship is indeed in Dorne, immediately call the banners of House Losgar and march a host that ought not count but a man under two thousand of horse and foot, to Highgarden for the muster of King Renly's grand army.<br/><br/>Consider, I beseech thee, what thou owest mine noble father, pay heed to what I demand, and thus I conclude my letter.</span></blockquote>"
3505,A Song Of Ice And Fire: The War of Five Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321255,2014-11-26T06:35:00,Dernland,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Alderth Keep, Westerlands</span><br/><br/>Athen spurred his horse away from the sounds of impending battle, riding to the raven post. Word had reached him of fighting in the North, with Robb Stark fighting the Lannisters. He quickly penned a letter to Stark's army, and sealed it with his seal. The letter was short and to the point, humbly requesting aid. Athen tied the message to a raven's leg and it flew off to the north. He stood staring after it, but was roused to his senses by the sound of cracking wood. He mounted his horse, spurring it to a gallop back to the battle lines.<br/><br/>Ser William had broken through a section of the palisade, and soldiers bearing the golden Lannister lion swarmed through. The peasants counter-charged, meeting the Lannister soldiers man for man. Screams began to be heard, screams of the dead and dying. Athen charged into the fray, his great-sword swinging. The battle was stagnant. A Lannister fell here, a villager fell there.<br/><br/>On a hill looking over the battle, Ser William Lannister saw the red haired youth, the one who had killed his father. ""Slay them all, but their leader is left for me!"" he shouted as he led his horse down the hill and towards the town."
3506,A Song Of Ice And Fire: The War of Five Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321255,2014-11-26T07:45:00,Kuhlfros,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">BlackOak Keep, The North</span><br/>Warhorns blew as a flotilla of transport ships left from the docks of the Fallenoak Village, which sat on the coast of Long Lake, the transport boats, where slim shallow hulled ships, made for river and coastal sailing, It was Darrick's idea that riding the river from Long Lake to the fork White Knife would give his host the chance to unload and join up with the King Robb's Host before they reach Moat Cailin.<br/><br/>Men waved to their wives and children, Including Darrick who waved goodbye to his wife, two daughters, and younger son, his eldest son was to service as a ""squire"" of sorts for him, and before he had left, he gave his wife Castellenship of BlackOak Keep and their territory<br/><br/>Later on they made their way down from the lake into the river, in-between the WolfsWood and the Lonely Hills and his master at arms, whom had gathered his host together gave his liege their forces and list of provisions he said ""Mi'Lord as you can tell we have the host made and these boats are constructed well enough, and all able bodied-men are onboard or garrisoning home with the grey-beards and Green-boys, as it is currently, we have 100 Levied or professional Spearmen, 70 Long Bow Archers, 50 Men-At Arms, 20 Northern Cavalry which service as your guard, and a Contingent of Wolfswood Hunters, as wells as a small amount of mountain clansmen who arrived not a fortnight ago, we have enough bread and dried meat to last us a month, as unlimited source of water as we sail down the river, So in conclusion if all things go to plan mi'lord, We will have reached King Stark's Host by then."" Darrick replied to him ""Excellent Phyre, I expect you to keep the men under control and disciplined while we are at sea, I do not need a fights and thievery while on these vessels."" And as Master of Arms Phyre walked away, Darrick continued to overview his map which consisted of Westeros, tracing with his finger a line from Long Lake to the Fork of the White Knife, as well as tracing a line from Winterfell to Moat Cailin."
3507,A Song Of Ice And Fire: The War of Five Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321255,2014-11-26T13:29:00,Mnar Secundus,"<blockquote><div><cite>Great Franconia and Verana <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321255&amp;p=22575715#p22575715"">wrote</a>:</cite> - snip - </div></blockquote><br/>Ser Arthur Sand, illegitimate son of the late Lord Gawayn Morholt, was patrolling his brother's lands with a company of three dozen men when he saw the caravan making its way into Dorne down on the road. He did most of his patrols by foot, as did his men: House Morholt's lands were mostly rocky mountains, completely unsuitable for horses, which was why the family had never developed a large cavalry force. Agravaine, on his return from that improbable world trip of his, had promptly started training his soldiers in horsemanship with the aim of developing an army of mounted archers. The experimental force couldn't be used in most of House Morholt's own lands, but presumably it was functional, though it hadn't been tried on an actual battlefield yet - there simply hadn't been a suitable battle.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Doubtless it will come soon enough</span>, ser Arthur thought distractedly as he led his men down in an encirclement maneuver towards the intruders and the detachment they were sending towards the Bonefort, using hand signals to avoid shouting commands. All the soldiers who patrolled with him were wearing steel mail and a brigandine over a gambeson and a steel kettle hat and had an arming sword, a dagger and a buckler at their belt; a third of them were men-at-arms carrying halberds, while the rest were archers and a few crossbowmen holding their weapon at the ready - the archers of House Morholt used composite recurve bows from the East, convenient for mounted shooting and excellently suited to the dry climate of Dorne, while the rarer dedicated crossbowmen were equipped with small all-metal weapons.<br/>Ser Arthur himself wore his full plate armor, as always; the only concession he had made to the sun was removing his helm and replacing it with a kettle hat. He almost never took his armor off; he slept in it, ate in it, would have wenched in it had that been possible. The steel was like a second skin to Arthur Sand.<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/0/0a/Albion_Agincourt_Medieval_Sword_1_%286092385028%29.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">His</a><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://www.swordforum.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=106598&amp;d=1329387305"" rel=""nofollow"">longsword</a>and his rondel dagger hung at his hips, and he held a<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://static.mijnwebwinkel.nl/winkel/celticwebmerchant/full29346829.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">pollaxe</a>, his best weapon. As he crept down the rocky slopes to the approaching horsemen, he noticed their banners and, calling his men to a careful halt, stood to hail the intruders in a powerful bass voice.<br/><br/>""Lord Curthalion Losgar, I believe!"" Arthur walked down to the steel-masked man - yes, that could only be Curthalion the Scarred - and his retinue, half a dozen soldiers in tow, his archers and crossbowmen spreading out silently behind him with their weapons readied. The knight took off his helmet, showing<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://img4.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20131205220328/villains/images/5/5f/Raoh.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">his face</a>for the men to see, before resuming. ""I am ser Arthur Sand, in service to Lord Agravaine Morholt, the ruler of these lands. If you come to see my lord, I'm afraid you're a day and a half late. By now he should be at Yronwood - these are troubled times, as doubtless you know, and we have to defer to our overlord after all.""<br/><br/>Arthur marked a slight pause, putting his kettle hat back on to protect himself from the glaring sun, then continued. ""I suppose you'll want to stop at the Bonefort anyway? My lady Alice Morholt has been entrusted with the keep in my lord's absence. She will welcome you, and handle everything you may have wanted to discuss with him if needs be. However ..."" He glanced meaningfully down at the rest of Lord Losgar's caravan, then gestured vaguely towards the man's steed. ""The slopes of our mountain are quite unsuitable for horses, not to mention carts. There is a proper road, of course, but it comes from the direction of Yronwood; from here, it'd take half a day to reach it, then that much time again to get to the Bonefort itself. If you are pressed for time, we can detach men to escort your retinue through the long road while the rest of us accompany you to our hold by foot."""
3508,A Song Of Ice And Fire: The War of Five Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321255,2014-11-26T17:36:00,Great Franconia and Verana,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Hycroft Fortress</span><br/>""They are at it again."" This was all Ser Julien Flower thought, rubbing his bright blue eyes with an open fist. In his other hand, he clutched a crumpled piece of parchment, inked with the pen of Willis Tyrell. Golden hair danced across his face, as he sat at council. As the bastard son of Lord Curthalion, Julien was his trusted confidante, and advisor. Yet, he resembled more his mother, or so was said. Fair of face, handsome, and tall, Julien looked a Lord, sitting in his father's large, oak chair.<br/><br/>But he was no Lord, simply a placeholder for his father. It was humbling really, to be treated as less a man by the servants, by the council, by the people. The all loved and respected Curthalion, but the mere fact of his birth denied him the same affection, no matter how lordly he acted. He was a Bastard. And no amount of favour from his father, or tolerance and kindness from Lady Marya would absolve him of this sin.<br/><br/>""This is madness!""<br/>Maester Loris cried, slamming a fist onto the large, octagonal table that now stood in the Great Hall.<br/>""The Banners have been called, Lord Mace is assembling and army. As I said he would! Why have we not yet marched to Highgarden?""<br/><br/>""Because, my dear friend,"" a silky voice replied, the snake like noise moving across the lips of Bresius, a former servant of King Aerys II. ""All of Westeros is at war, or soon will be. Renly Baratheon is a mere boy, a fool. Not a King. And our Lord Tyrell was taken in by his Charms, and now marches to a conflict, supporting the losing side.""<br/><br/>""I had no idea that you had the power of clairvoyance,"" Loris shot back.<br/><br/>""Not clairvoyance, Maester Loris, such a gift I do not possess. Yet you might find common sense infinitely more valuable than the sooth sayers.""<br/><br/>""You insolent...""<br/><br/>""Gentlemen,"" Julien said, standing from the chair. ""The fact remains, we are at War. And Lord Tyrell has called the Banners. My father entrusted me with the command of this Keep, and of our Lands. No doubt, if he were here, the answer would present itself. But he is not, he is on a mission that we all know is far more important than your petty squabbles.""<br/><br/>The Bastard sat back down, and crossed his legs, allowing his silver robe to cascade about him. He raised the note.<br/>""It is one thing, to delay the summoning of our forces when the call to arms is purchased forth. It is another entirely. When we are summoned, directly, and independently, by the Lord's son himself. We all know, what is at stake for my father, and Lady Marya. By staying silent, by ignoring the Command of Lord Tyrell, we endanger their very lives, and the plan that has been 17 years in the making.""<br/><br/>Julien shook his head.<br/>The fact the the Tyrell House now knew his father had left The Reach was worrisome. Dorne and the Reach had long held a mutual enmity, and in a time of crisis such as this, it is illegal advised to be seen in the lands of those with whom you have quarreled.<br/><br/>Bresius stroked his beard, and nodded.<br/>""Your Lordship,"" he said, looking at Julien. ""It is your will then, that our forces be summoned.""<br/><br/>""Not my will, and I am not the Lord of this Keep. But while my Father is gone, my will, is an extension of his will. Assemble to knight, Bresius, and gather the men-at-arms. Maester Loris, pen a letter. We march for Highgarden.""<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Willis Tyrell, First Born and Heir to Lord Mace Tyrell<br/><br/>Ser, <br/>Not without reason has the delay of House Losgar been. The Lands governed by his Lordship Curthalion are large, and populous, and his troops many. Armour, weapons, and supplies needed to be gathered, and the great might of House Losgar marshaled. We must ask forgiveness for our tardiness, but innfew days hence, you shall see upon the horizon the blue banners of House Losgar, and the men of Hycroft, clad in their bright raiment and armed as warriors of the Reach. We look forward, O Lord, to joining the host of House Tyrell, as is our duty by our Oath. <br/><br/>Signed and Sealed in the name of Curthalion II, Lord of Hycroft and head of House Losgar,<br/>By Julien Flower, Lord Regent of Hycroft.</blockquote><br/><br/>The letter made no note of the absence of Lord Curthalion, and even as the ink dried, Julien prayed to the God's that Willis Tyrell not look too deeply into the missing Lord.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Dorne</span><br/>""Your hospitality is welcomed and thanked, Ser Sand,"" Lord Curthalion said, bowing his head in thanks. ""My Retinue may set up camp along the road, we would not wish to overburden you. However, these 6 men of my Guard, and my wife and son, would accompany me to see Lady Alice.""<br/><br/>The Lord looked around at the Dornish scout that now surrounded his men. Stout men, able warriors, Dorne had always been a place of immense strength, arguably, the strongest in the 7 Kingdoms. Marya remembered it well, living in hiding, in a small Manor House just south of Sunspear.<br/><br/>""Alain,"" the Lord said, dismounting his horse. ""Please take Our charges back to the Caravan, and summon forth my Lady Marya and Eserys, if you would.""<br/><br/>The men followed his orders, and the 6 Guards of his Household dismounted, silver armour reflecting the light of the sun and their sky blue cloaks billowing behind them.""<br/><br/>Curt marched up alongside Ser Arthur, and gestured for him to lead on.<br/>""If you would, Ser Sand, we have traveled far, and have more a distance to go to Sunspear."""
3509,A Song Of Ice And Fire: The War of Five Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321255,2014-11-27T07:38:00,Mnar Secundus,"<blockquote><div><cite>Great Franconia and Verana <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321255&amp;p=22583033#p22583033"">wrote</a>:</cite> - snip - </div></blockquote><br/>""Very well then,"" Ser Arthur answered with a slight bow towards Lady Marya and young Eserys. ""The walk will take a few hours, but we will be sure to take the easiest access routes. Come along."" There was no harm in showing Lord Curthalion the relatively easy accesses to the Bonefort: an army couldn't use them efficiently, and in times of war they would be littered with traps and ambushes anyway. He ordered an archer to run back to the hold and explain the situation to Lady Alice, that she may have their guests' room and covers prepared, then started walking up the steep and irregular slopes of Mount Morholt, his soldiers around him and his guests in tow.<br/><br/>As expected, the walk took them until sundown; it was tiring but not very difficult, as the wind was exceptionally weak today and the ardent sun soon covered by a rare number of clouds. Arthur studied his guests distractedly as they went, with a soldier's gaze: the men-at-arms were well-equipped and, judging by their composure under these unfamiliar climatic conditions, well-trained too. Lord Curthalion himself was no slouch either. Their horses had been fine, and their defensive formation around the caravan was surprisingly well suited to the area considering that these were men of the Reach.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Then again, it'd make sense for out traditional enemies to have some adapted tactics figured out.</span><br/><br/>Finally, as the sun was disappearing over the horizon in a blaze of gold, purple and orange, the soldiers and their noble guests reached the Bonefort. The keep stood alone on a tall and flat rocky outcrop, separated from the rest of the mountain to the North and West by a gaping chasm; the sole access to its high, bone-white walls was a steel and wood bridge spanning the maw at its tightest point, its entire structure removable and protected by a small outpost with lower and thicker walls - one of Agravaine's recent additions.<br/>Two dozen men held said outpost at the moment. Even in these relatively peaceful times, they were alert and vigilant, drawing their bows from atop the rampart as soon as they saw Ser Arthur's group approaching and only relaxing once they had clearly recognized him: there were no bandits in the area since Agravaine had put them down on his return years ago, but the lord liked to keep his men tightly disciplined and battle-ready at all times, and Ser Arthur couldn't agree more.<br/><br/>They raised the portcullis and opened the gates, letting Arthur's party walk by underneath a murder hole, then closed everything back as soon as the group had gotten onto the bridge. The thing was narrow, allowing passage for two horses abreast at most, with steel railings that protected against falls but very little against arrows and the like; directly behind it, there was another portcullis, then a fortified corridor that led over a few dozen feet to the portcullis of the castle proper. Well, the first one, at least. The Bonefort had two ramparts, hence two gates, both heavily fortified and at different ends of the castle: Ser Arthur and his group were swiftly admitted through both and reached the dungeon without issues. Lady Alice was waiting for them with half a dozen guards and as many servants.<br/><br/>""Lord Losgar,"" she said in her high contralto, curtseying elegantly. She wore a long gown of bright yellow velvet emphasizing her tall and willowy silhouette, with long black sleeves embroidered in gold, a black silk kirtle revealed by the gown's V-shaped neckline and a wide sable and gold belt; there was a discreet hairnet on her head, highlighting her waist-length black hair with specks of gold. A thin gold necklace adorned with a small tear-shaped blue diamond completed her outfit. ""And my lady Marya, of course, without forgetting your son. Eserys, I believe?""<br/><br/>She paused slightly, a few heartbeats to take the measure of her guests. Curthalion was not a man to be underestimated, she knew that much already; but he was also a lord of the Reach, and it was curious for him to be in Dorne on his own with war looming and House Tyrell calling their banners.<br/>Eserys Losgar -<span style=""font-style: italic"">Didn't he have a middle name?</span>, she thought distractedly - was but a boy as of yet, though as alert and intelligent-looking as any.<br/>As for Lady Marya ...<span style=""font-style: italic"">As Agravaine said. Blood of the dragon.</span>Marya Losgar came from an obscure branch of House Targaryen which had been overlooked by King Robert's purge, presumably because they didn't carry on the family name and had the good sense of laying low. Nevertheless, the signs were there: her appearance aside, the lady seemed to have a very highly unusual resistance to the heat she had walked under for several hours. Alice - born an Yronwood - had met several Targaryens as a child before Robert's Rebellion, to the point of striking up a close friendship with little Rhaenys, and she had often noticed their unnatural tolerance towards extremely hot climates.<br/>Suddenly, she had a thought. If Marya Losgar was a Targaryen ...<span style=""font-style: italic"">She has a claim to the throne</span>. Alice almost smiled less than graciously.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Have I seen through your plans, Lord Curthalion the Scarred?</span>It would be extremely ambitious, but there were good chances that Lord Martell would support a Targaryen candidate to the throne. Moreover, if they got Dorne on their side and won the war, then they could make Dornish law apply, cementing Lady Losgar's claim for good.<span style=""font-style: italic"">I'll have to write to Agravaine about this ... In code, obviously.</span><br/><br/>Of course, none of these thoughts appeared on her face as she had her servants relieve the guests of their burdens and guide them to their rooms. ""Dinner will be served in half an hour,"" she told them as she left them before their quarters. ""I will write to Yronwood to inform my lord husband of your passage, if you do not object; I hope you will do me the pleasure of attending me at my table - and afterwards in my lord's solar, if you have anything to discuss with me."""
3510,A Song Of Ice And Fire: The War of Five Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321255,2014-11-27T16:20:00,Great Franconia and Verana,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bonefort</span><br/>""Lady Alice,"" Curthalion said, including his head toward the noble woman. ""I must thank you for your hospitality. The road has been long, and longer still it stretches toward Sunspear.""<br/>The Lords sky blue cloaks fell about himself elegantly, and his silver mask reflected the rooms torchlight. White cloth hung from the back of the mask, falling to just below his shoulders, showing no hair nor skin above his hads. In all, the head dress had an unnerving air about it.<br/><br/>""So too am I honored of your knowledge of my House, might I present, Lady Marya Losgar, my beloved. And my son, Eserys Losgar.""<br/><br/>Marya stepped forward first, bright blong hair cascading around her thin face. Her angular features and oddly colored eyes brought with it an exotic beauty, perfectly complimented by her sky blue silk dress.<br/><br/>""A pleasure, Lady Alice.""<br/><br/>Eserys was next, the young lordling adorned in a blue tunic beneath a fine leather corset. Threads of silver range through the Dark leather like vines, and his hair was match to that of his mother's. He was handsome, for his age, and tall, yet thin.<br/><br/>""Lady Alice,"" the boy said in a high voice, bowing at the waist in the traditional style of the Kings Landing Court. Curt had demanded he be taught such etiquette.<br/><br/>As his family stepped forward one by one, Curt noticed the Lady Alice eye his wife and child, as if taking their measure. Her keen eyes were vigilant, and no doubt Curt realized, hid a cunning intellect and a strong mind. Despite his understanding, her well trained calm did not betray any of her thoughts.<br/><br/>Marya stepped forward, and The Lord smiled a hidden smile, behind the engraved steel of his mask.<br/>Few inches Realm know of Marya Losgar, or he true parentage. Fewer still would even think to look for the Targaryens for a champion in such a time. All focus was on the schemes and plots of the House Baratheon. What did the Kingdom receive from Roberts victory of Aerys II? A drunken King, speared by a boar, and a host of family members all at each others throat.<br/><br/>""Foolish,"" Curthalion thought, eyes still peering into the room.<br/><br/>The Masked Lord was brought from his reverie by the offer of dinner from Lady Alice.<br/>""Your Ladyship is too kind, I could not think of a finer table from here to the wall nor one I would rather sit at. And do please write to your Lord, if it is your wish. Our coming into Dorne was not in secret, and we would not wish to hind our presence from the man who we owe this hospitality."""
3511,A Song Of Ice And Fire: The War of Five Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321255&start=25,2014-11-29T05:51:00,Mnar Secundus,"<blockquote><div><cite>Great Franconia and Verana <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321255&amp;p=22594862#p22594862"">wrote</a>:</cite> - snip - </div></blockquote><br/>""Please, my lord, have a seat,"" Lady Alice said to Lord Losgar as she sat down herself behind Agravaine's desk with a hand gesture towards the several comfortable chairs in front of it. The desk was made of solid ebony, and so was the chair behind it.<br/>In the first months of her marriage to Agravaine, it had surprised Alice that her husband, who made no mystery of his taste for comfort and luxuries, had chosen to do most of his work on a seat so hard and unyielding. Then she had understood that Agravaine didn't really like that stuff, quite the contrary in fact: he publicly acted like he did in order to draw attention to said luxuries, thus making his wealth and therefore his power undeniable and known to all. Agravaine Morholt had more or less grown up on boats. He wasn't even<span style=""font-style: italic"">used</span>to comfort.<br/><br/>Dinner had been served in the Bonefort's great hall, a cavernous but well-lighted room strung with ancient tapestries. They represented the history of House Morholt: from their humble origins as Andal bandit lords to the proper recognition of nobility they had wrestled from House Yronwood, to Nymeria's War during which clever politics allowed the Morholts to keep their titles, to the Blackfyre Rebellions in which House Morholt had consistently supported the Martells even against their direct overlords, contributing to the victories that were the first three Rebellions in no small amount. Agravaine had ordered a new tapestry made in Norvos, depicting the losses suffered by the House in Robert's Rebellion; it was expected to be finished within the next two months and to arrive at the Bonefort with the next arrival of merchandise from the lord's financial ventures.<br/><br/>The meal had been a fairly simple affair, with a variety of dishes but only three courses. Alice and Agravaine both liked their food scorchingly spicy even by Dornish standards, and had a pronounced taste for foreign cooking to boot, not to mention that there was a need to accomodate guests in such matters: the dinner had comprised not only the traditional snake stew but also various Braavosi, Lyseni and Norvosi dishes, as well as more conventional food from the Reach and the Stormlands. After eating well and drinking little, Alice had retired to her husband's solar with Lord Curthalion - she had her own solar, but this was Agravaine's business after all.<br/><br/>A servant brough three bottles of wine: Arbor red and gold and a Dornish red, as well as a bottle of ale and an elaborate carafe of water. After offering her guest a glass, Alice took some Dornish wine for manners' sake, but only drank one swill - she disliked alcohol. Then she spoke up. ""Well then, Lord Losgar.What brings you to our humble abode?""<span style=""font-style: italic"">And more generally to Dorne,</span>she added to herself,<span style=""font-style: italic"">with your liege lord expecting your troops at Highgarden this very moment?</span>"
3512,A Song Of Ice And Fire: The War of Five Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321255&start=25,2014-11-29T11:33:00,The GAmeTopians,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dernland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321255&amp;p=22576621#p22576621"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Alderth Keep, Westerlands</span><br/><br/>Athen spurred his horse away from the sounds of impending battle, riding to the raven post. Word had reached him of fighting in the North, with Robb Stark fighting the Lannisters. He quickly penned a letter to Stark's army, and sealed it with his seal. The letter was short and to the point, humbly requesting aid. Athen tied the message to a raven's leg and it flew off to the north. He stood staring after it, but was roused to his senses by the sound of cracking wood. He mounted his horse, spurring it to a gallop back to the battle lines. <br/><br/>Ser William had broken through a section of the palisade, and soldiers bearing the golden Lannister lion swarmed through. The peasants counter-charged, meeting the Lannister soldiers man for man. Screams began to be heard, screams of the dead and dying. Athen charged into the fray, his great-sword swinging. The battle was stagnant. A Lannister fell here, a villager fell there.<br/><br/>On a hill looking over the battle, Ser William Lannister saw the red haired youth, the one who had killed his father. ""Slay them all, but their leader is left for me!"" he shouted as he led his horse down the hill and towards the town.</div></blockquote><br/>""Sir! Sir!"" A mounted messenger stopped next to Lord Treyda. He had a raven on his arm, and a message in the other hand.<br/>""Message for you sir!"" Lord Treyda took the message, and the messenger rode away, likely to scout the castle borders. He read through the letter, and frowned.<br/>""We can't afford to choose a side, but Athen deserves help. Ornan!"" Sergeant Ornan, Commander of the 1st Rider Battalion, rode up to him.<br/>""Take this message as proof that we are friendly, and ride south to aid Lord Athen. Show no coat of arms, be unmarked as you travel and fight. I will ride after you once I am available."""
3513,A Song Of Ice And Fire: The War of Five Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321255&start=25,2014-11-29T13:31:00,Napkiraly,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Griffon Hall, <span style=""font-style: italic"">The Stormlands</span></span><br/><br/>Lord Carac was watching his two oldest sons, Janos and Willem, training in the courtyard with Ser Falk. Janos was performing well, Willem was still struggling even after all these years. The boy had preferred the book over the sword. Carac didn't mind, to be a good lord required more than just brawn. Janos was a better balance, though he still struggled with reading from time to time, mixing the order of words and letters at times. Maester Rulf had done his best to cure the boy, but wasn't completely successful.<br/><br/>""Damn it, boy! Do you wish to see yourself sent to the seven hells before your balls have any hair on them?!"" bellowed Ser Falk.<br/><br/>Willem and opened himself too much and if it was a real battle, would have almost certainly been killed. The boy looked at Carac meekly. Carac only sternly stared back and then shrugged. He wasn't going to be protected by his father any more. They begun again, Ser Falk still able to handle himself after all these years. The man had served his Carac's father, and then Carac himself. He was an old war hound, but still a strong one.<br/><br/>""My lord, my lord!"" squeaked Maester Rulf as shuffled up to Carac, his thin, whispy white hair dancing with the slight wind.<br/>""What is it now, Rulf?"" said Carac<br/>""Raven's have come to our keep from afar. From King's Landing, Dragonstone, Storm's End...even from the Starks of the North""<br/>""What in the seven hells could the Starks want with me?""<br/><br/>Carac had heard about the events in King Landing. He knew it was nothing but damned court politics. Eddard Stark was an honourable man and loved Robert as a brother, the whole kingdom knew that. For him to try and take power was next to impossible.<br/><br/>""I do not know, my lord. Perhaps the traitors wish for you to join them?""<br/>Carac coldy looked at the old Maester<br/><br/>""Just because the boy king says they are does not make them so. You should know the Starks are not woven in that cloth, maester."" snapped Carac<br/>""Yes, my lord. I just...there are customs to follow, laws to obey""<br/>""And if it is the king who is breaking the law, perhaps he's not a really a king""<br/><br/>Carac took the letters and read each one. ""<br/><br/>Joffrey, the boy king, wanted me to raise our levies and call in our bannermen against Robb Stark, Renly Baratheon, and Stannis Baratheon. They are usurpers and traitors it says. Renly asks for me to follow him against Joffrey Baratheon, Robb Stark, and Stannis Baratheon. They are traitors and usurpers, it says. 'King' Robb Stark wishes for me to overthrow the false king Joffrey for his crimes against the realm. Says nothing about who would take the throne. Stannis wants me to join him against Renly and the two boy kings. Usurpers and traitors it says."" Carac said, his tone biting and cynical<br/>In whose name shall we raise our banners for, my lord?"" asked Rulf<br/><br/>Carac thought for awhile.<span style=""font-style: italic"">The boy on the Iron Throne is almost certainly a bastard. Renly, Robb, and Stannis are saying it. Renly would lie about such a thing, but not Stannis and probably not the Stark boy. The Stark boy is trying to rip us apart. What will the Dornish do if he succeeds? Renly, Renly would make a decent king. But he is not the rightful king and he's too much like the bastards at King's Landing. Stannis is the king by right, and he would put an end to this sort of shit. But I'll be surrounded and besieged if I openly join him by Renly. Gods, what have you done to us?</span>Carac closed his eyes as he ran through what to do in his head time and time again.<br/><br/>""Stannis. Stannis is the rightful king. Renly would have us break a greater law for his unjust claim."" said Carac ""Rulf, send out the ravens to our bannermen, tell them of my decision. Send word to Stannis that I will give him my banner but tell him not to say so. Send another one to Renly that I shall join him and secure his flank""<br/><br/>The maester looked at Carac, fear in his eyes. He knew that this would put House Aulay in a dangerous situation.<br/><br/>""Now, Maester Rulf"" said Carac sternly<br/><br/>The maester shuffled away towards the castle, looking back at Carac and then down to the ground. Carac could tell the old maester was praying that the right choice had been made. Carac was praying for the same.<br/><br/>""Falk!"" barked Carac. The old knight lifted his wooden sword from the throat of Willem and looked at him. ""I need you in my study""<br/>""Yes, my lord"" said the old knight<br/>""Same with you two"" said Carac looking at his sons ""Our house will need strong men right now if it is to live on. And by the gods I hope you'll be those men"""
3514,A Song Of Ice And Fire: The War of Five Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321255&start=25,2014-11-29T17:15:00,Dernland,"<blockquote><div><cite>The GAmeTopians <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321255&amp;p=22616145#p22616145"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Sir! Sir!"" A mounted messenger stopped next to Lord Treyda. He had a raven on his arm, and a message in the other hand.<br/>""Message for you sir!"" Lord Treyda took the message, and the messenger rode away, likely to scout the castle borders. He read through the letter, and frowned.<br/>""We can't afford to choose a side, but Athen deserves help. Ornan!"" Sergeant Ornan, Commander of the 1st Rider Battalion, rode up to him.<br/>""Take this message as proof that we are friendly, and ride south to aid Lord Athen. Show no coat of arms, be unmarked as you travel and fight. I will ride after you once I am available.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Athen lay on his bed, reflecting on the past few weeks. It had been almost three weeks since the first assault, and though the village held, many had died. It had only held because of the aid of a few nearby villages. Athen was not unscathed from the battle. He had a wound in his shoulder from an arrow. He was lucky it was a bodkin arrow and did very little tissue damage, but the village wisdom said it would take time to heal. He had refused more than a bandage, as there were many more who had more serious wounds. Though they had broken the enemy's assault, they were still besieged and were running low on food. Athen was drifting towards sleep when he was jerked back to awareness by the sound of a trumpet. ""That is not The Lannister's horn."""
3515,A Song Of Ice And Fire: The War of Five Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321255&start=25,2014-11-29T19:16:00,Kuhlfros,"It had been some time, but the BlackOak host reached the Army of Robb Stark on the Kingsroad, in between Barrowton and White Harbor, the boats they had taken sailed back up north while Darrick and his son and the men of BlackOak joined the army.<br/><br/>Darrick bowed to Robb in his tet when it was his time to visit him and said, ""My King, I apologize to have only reached you now, but by the time I had my levies raised you had but left, so I had sailed from Long Lake to the Fork of the White Knife to reach you..."""
3516,A Song Of Ice And Fire: The War of Five Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321255&start=25,2014-11-30T03:28:00,Of the Quendi,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;"">The Reach</span><br/>Highgarden, On the River Mander<br/>The Seven Kingdoms of Westeros</span></span><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/thumb/9/99/House_Tyrell.PNG/250px-House_Tyrell.PNG""/><br/><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Willas Tyrell, Heir to Highgarden</span><br/></span></span></div><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">T</span></span>hough his gaze oft turned northwards, following the course of the mighty river Mander and of the Roseroad, pondering the wellbeing of the host marching along it, and particularly of his siblings Margaery and Loras, Willas had found the departure of King Renly's army refreshing, rejuvenating even. Neither marriage alliance nor the easygoing charms of the king had enamored Willas to Renly Baratheon. A reckless rake prone to pomp and circumstance and partial to dressing and dancing and merrymaking made for a poor choice of king, and Willas glad to be rid of the man even if he brought with him tens of thousands of Tyrell soldiers and Margaery and Loras.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Y</span></span>et if he had hoped that his father, who was busying himself with raising at Highgarden a second host for the army of Renly, would when separated from the charismatic pretender begin to question the sagacity of throwing caution to the wind, Willas was unpleasantly surprised. It seemed Lord Mace's infatuation with Renly Baratheon almost matched that of his youngest son. In the charming, handsome and daring pretender lord Mace seemed to have found a son of a temperament more to the liking of the Lord of Highgarden then the cautious calculation of his own heir.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">O</span></span>r perhaps Willas was being unfair. Mayhaps Mace Tyrell merely saw in his king Renly a man who could make Margaery Queen. His father had always been concerned about the manner of the accession of the Tyrell's to overlordship over the Reach and wanted desperately to raise the honor and prestige of his house to merit its hold over Highgarden. Not as foolish an endeavor as Olenna thought, Willas would concede.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">T</span></span>he slow approach of Maester Lomys cut Willas's ruminations short.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""A raven has come from Hycroft Fortress Willas.""</span>The maester proclaimed extending a wrinkly hand holding a letter. Willas took it, opened it, and read it.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">A</span></span>t first the heir to Highgarden nodded ponderously at the content of the letter. What it said was pleasing but it was what it did not say that was intriguing. No explanation was offered why it was Lord Curthalion's bastard and not the man himself who responded, no attempt was made to refute the rumors Willas had echoed in his own letter that the lord was in Dorne. Willas took that for confirmation.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">R</span></span>eceiving quill and ink from the maester Willas quickly penned a response to the bastard of Hycroft Fortress.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Willas of House Tyrell, First son and heir of Mace Tyrell, the Lord of Highgarden, Defender of the Marches, High Marshall of the Reach and Warden of the South, to Julien Flowers, baseborn son of Curthalion, castelan and regent of Hycroft Fortress,<br/><br/>It is pleasing to me, as it is to my father, to hear that the armaments of House Losgar shall soon be marshaled for the muster at Highgarden, where presently Lord Mace Tyrell is assembling a second army for his Grace Renly Baratheon, the First of His Name, King of the Andals, the Rhoynar and the First Men, Lord of the Seven Kingdoms and Protector of the Realm. In it the forces of House Losgar shall be a both welcome and expected component. And I shall look forward to welcome your lordly father at its head. <br/><br/>Given at Highgarden, in Summer, the Year Two Hundred and Ninenty Nine after Aegon's Conquest.</span></blockquote>"
3517,A Song Of Ice And Fire: The War of Five Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321255&start=25,2014-11-30T18:15:00,Great Franconia and Verana,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bonefort</span><br/>Lord Curthalion smiled, as he took the wine from Lady Alice, gently placing it on the table to his right. Dinner had been a wonderful affair, but due to his disfigurement, and the steps that he hid to hide it, he was unable to take part in the actual consumption of such a fine meal. Lady Marya and Eserys had quite enjoyed the meal, Marya especially. The incredibly spicy food appealed the the Lady's Targaryen blood, and she enjoyed the meal immensely. Young Eserys was very pleased as well, to be at a foreign court. One of his first trips abroad, save for the ceremonial trips to Highgarden, Eserys was fascinated by the exotic land that the Dornish called home. Marya and her son retired to their quarters, the spacious rooms that Lady Alice had graciously offered them.<br/><br/>""We have business with Prince Doran,"" Curt said, his strong voice muffled behind his mouth less mask. ""My wife and I have long been interested in healing the wounds between the Reach and Dorne. Our people may be different, but our unique qualities complement each other. The martial strength of Dorne and the resources of the Reach would be a potent force. We believe, that we have found a way to make such an arrangement.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Highgarden</span><br/>Highgarden always made Julien feel like he was in a dream. Massive gardens, fine houses for wealthy nobles, and the near constant sound of minstrel songs at nearly every location. It was a strange place. Hycroft too had expansive gardens, fine houses and good music. But Highgarden was different. Everything was larger of course, and everything had a certain air about it. A romantic, courtly place, where everything was proper and right. But in times like this, being proper was an illusion.<br/><br/>Julien had lead his father host, some 5,000 men to Highgarden, as the Lord Tyrell requested. The Men of Hycroft wore bright raiment, with sparkling steel swords, axes, and spears, and they boasted fine armour, and shields alike. The Knights of Hycroft, which Julien lead in person, had the sigil of House Losgar upon their breastplate, and work long cloaks of sky blue. There helms were shining steel, and their lances keen. Few had survived a full charge from such cavalry, and the stout warriors that followed on foot were more than skilled enough to mop up any resistance that did survive.<br/><br/>As for Julien himself, he wore the Armour of the House Losgar. He may be a bastard, but he was the first child born to Lord Curthalion, who loved him dearly. Lay Marya had not yet even met Curt when Julien was born, so she held no ill will against him, though perhaps felt less comfortable around the man when Eserys or her daughters were close by. Riding upon his fahters great white charger, a beautiful horse by the name Asforon, the host of Hycroft had come to the gates of Highgarden, and joined with the second host of the Tyrells.<br/><br/>Julien marched along the main road to the Keep of Higharden, still adorned in his mail and plate. His household guard marched behind him, as they approached the great doors to the heart of Highgarden, as the guards pushed open the gates with a creak, revealing the inner hall of the Keep...<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value="" House Losgar Man-at-Arms""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://cloud-2.steampowered.com/ugc/613897802444678953/89095DF41DDAA34846565C69BFF21B3501F4ED67/""/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://img4.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20120109040744/age-of-chivalry/images/f/f5/Menatarms_Mason-171x300.png""/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://cloud-2.steampowered.com/ugc/613897802445004207/B8FE40E070958B297FAB52A7E40833E489CA81E5/""/></div></div></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""House Losgar Knights""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://getasword.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/09/Medieval-cavalry-knights-teutonic.jpg""/></div></div></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""House Guards of Hycroft""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i1019.photobucket.com/albums/af318/98kieran/the_knights_of_the_bragar_barony_by_yanzi_5-d5i8ya8_zpsef3c7285.jpg""/></div></div></div>"
3518,A Song Of Ice And Fire: The War of Five Kings (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321255&start=25,2014-12-01T08:55:00,New Granadeseret,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Yarsvigil, Crackleclaw Point</span><br/><br/>""I thought I specifically ordered not to be disturbed?""<br/><br/>A light rain pattered against the roof of the keep, as it had been and always would be late in the summer on this half-drowned peninsula. For the smallfolk, this was often a good thing; insuring the moor grasses grew thick for their flocks, insured a plentiful crop for the berry fields, and would allow them to take their boats with them when they went peat-gathering or leech-fishing or other such lowbrow things. Ever since his youth, however, the dreary weather made Canyith nothing but irritable, driving him to the deepest hearts of the lower quarters; as a child to their Septon's cell, a youth to his Maester's archives, and now that he'd been trained in The Ways to a personal chamber, where he could practice and study the Guild's ways behind closed doors. When he had heard that door open he glanced back; the room lit only by a few candles, a bottle of some reddish liquid in one hand, a small spoon of crushed brass in the other. His words echoed through the closed chamber as he met eyes with the page, barely ten years and frozen in worry. ""Of course, your lordship."" He spoke, his voice trembling slightly. ""But... the Maester, we had two ravens..."" The boy's small hands held out a pair of parchments, sealed in golden wax. ""Both with the royal seal.""<br/><br/>Canyith paused for a moment, setting down his instruments delicately, walking over and snatching the letters from the boys hand before pulling the door shut in his face; he was from some minor house of another, taken in while Canyith was studying in King's Landing; for all he knew it could be any of the half-odd lords on the Penninsula who would fly a red dragon banner if they thought they could get away with it. Loyalty to the old dynasty was strong here on the Point... as it was to anything old. The thick woods and deep bogs of Crackeclaw held those who were probably the most closely related to the First Men than anybody south of the Neck, and it showed in their petty tribalism and pitifully backwards thinking, internal warring held in check only by awe of the king and fear of his armies. The Yeth were a notable exception; their blood of the Valyrian Freehold, shown in their burning violet eyes, and the last thing they needed was potential word of royal weakness to get out and bush wars to spark all around them.<br/><br/>He cracked open the seal, holding up a candle to get a good look at the writing. The first, a message seemed to be from Kings Landing... but what was this business about 'King' Joffrey? ""Ah..."" He mumbled, after reading the portion about Robert's goring. ""I always thought he'd drink himself to death."" He mused, skipping over some of the forced niceties. ""So the spoiled boy wants me to raise my banner, rally the boglords, and fight against his uncles... pitiful."" He said, moving up the flame and setting the letter alight. He allowed the first smoldering to turn the letter to ash, not letting the nephew of the one of the Order's and Point's most loathed figures take any more time away from his experiment. He sprinkled the bronze into the mixture, swirling it around, but his intellectual hopes were crushed when it produced nothing more than a slight smoking, jotting down a few notes to mark it as a failure.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">It takes more than spit and polish to turn scrap metal to gold</span>He thought, pushed the failed brew aside.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Only great learning, great power, or the mystical elements themselves... and even they are not as dependable as they once were</span>. His focus now free, he set to the other message, this one still baring the smell of the sea, giving it a much closer look when it was headed with the much more respectable title of Lord Stannis.... though dreading that it might be yet another back-handed demand from the Celtigars for 'his' taxes, which they could pry from his cold dead hands. He read through it carefully; the accusation of the bastard status of Queen Cersi's children, his own claim to the throne, a demand for all men true to the laws of the realm to take up arms against the monster... blah blah blah... until something in the final sentence caught his eye.<br/><br/>""Done in the Light of our Lord..."" He repeated, the words feeling... warm on his tounge. There'd been rumors of a Red Priestess on Dragonstone, sure; from the same sailors and travelers who spoke of flaming swords in tourneys, something he knew first-hand to be the result of charitable donations to the Guild, Wildfire, and a constant supply of new swords. Yet, to use this in such an official message; perhaps he'd converted to the worship of R'hollor after all.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Come to think of it</span>he mused, looking up at his shelves and racks of alchemical mixtures.<span style=""font-style: italic"">The Substance has come noticeably easier as of late</span>. His mind worked on that connection, to the myths of dragonbreath and Valyrian magic he'd taken comfort in as a child, an idea slowly congealing in his mind. He rolled the parchment up, sliding in into his robes, blowing out the candles as he went upstairs to compose a proper response.<br/><br/>(Later)<br/><br/>Up in the rockery, the old Maester was attending to the castle's messenger ravens, when he was suddenly interrupted by his lord standing in the doorway, message in hand, sealed in purple wax and stamped with the Shield and Dragon, to make it very clear it was official, pressing the roll into his hands. ""To Dragonstone, immediately."" He stated curtly, leaving no room for nonsense before leaving just as quickly as he'd appeared, not wanting to spend anymore time in the wet and cold than nessicery. Somewhat flabbergasted, he did as ordered, taking one of their strongest birds and sending it flying.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-style: italic"">To Lord Stannis Baratheon, Lord of Dragonstone and Master of Ships, Protector of the Narrow Sea and Unseated King of Westros, from the humble Canyith, Lord of Yarsvigil and Acolyte of the Guild of Alchemists </span><br/><br/>Your Grace, let it be said clearly that the people of Crackleclaw point appreciate your recognition and warning of the monstrosity that currently sits on the Iron Throne. We have no doubt that the lies and savagery of the Kingslayer can be seen in the boy Joffrey, nor would such a union be beyond the keen of a man who thinks himself more lordly than the Targaryns themselves. Against those who would clearly defy the laws of the land to take the throne, we pledge to you what aid Yarsvigil can send. However, the ancient clans of the Point are not as dependable as we, and I regret to say they are not likely to risk harth and home for your cause; indeed, many would likely rise for the Stray Dragon Marya, as strong as their respect for the old line is. If only they could be exposed to the proof that you are truly heir to the forces of fire and the light of order; the blessing of your Red Priestess and her rumored magics. If you would kind enough to send her to us, to accept my invitation to our harvest feast, a demonstration of your power and divine mandate will surely bring them to your cause.</blockquote>"
3519,"Erectus has Company (IC, Some-Reboot, Open Sign-ups)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321285,2014-11-24T09:55:00,Kratu,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://4206e9.medialib.glogster.com/media/98f641e0a5f197b5753cd2c7cd8c1374a6c252f06a1f03429cc7e98a7370c05e/homo-erectus.jpg""/></div><br/><br/>It is the year 1,800,000 BCE, and a strange new creature is rising to power in Eastern Africa. Descended from a long line of ground-dwelling apes, it is called Homo Erectus. It uses primitive speech to communicate with other members of its species, it hunts and kills other animals using sharp tools and sticks, it is beginning to harness fire and so much more. Its large brain is always thinking of new uses for things and new ways to survive in the dangerous African savannah and without its brain it would be defenceless. With no horns, claws or teeth, only its quick thinking and the tools it can invent keep it alive, and this is driving them to become even more industrious and intelligent. In fact, it is the smartest creature alive.<br/><br/>Or so it thought.<br/><br/>Around the globe other species are evolving that match it in intelligence. Some are also apes, but others are bizarre humanoid forms of the strangest creatures imaginable. They too are fighting in a constant battle for survival, and like the Homo Erectus they need their brains to keep them alive.<br/>Why not create your own sentient being and guide it to either a horrible extinction or complete global domination? It will not be easy, but everybody has a chance to succeed in this cruel, cruel world...<br/>(Credit to Sebtopiaris for the original RP & Story)<br/><br/><div align=""center""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">The Rules:</span></span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">-No Flame-baiting or Trolling<br/>-No OOC in the IC <br/>-No One Liners <br/>-No Metagaming or Godmodding</span></blockquote></div><br/><br/>Link to OOC:<a class=""postlink-local"" href=""http://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320701"">viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320701</a>"
3520,"Erectus has Company (IC, Some-Reboot, Open Sign-ups)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321285,2014-11-24T18:42:00,Kratu,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Near Lake Missoula, Modern Day Montana</span><br/><br/>Several Amerinds stalked through the forest gripping their hand axes tightly as they approached the large elk. A twig broke and the elk swung its head towards the hunters, they stopped for a moment and waited. Their prey went back to munching on it food. By now they were but 10 feet away from the majestic beast. They loosed a howl that struck the fear of the spirit into the animal, several of them sprinted towards the animal and before the elk could react they thrust the blades into the elk hacking and slashing at the beast. They then dragged the animal back to the rest of the tribe where they were preparing for a feast of massive pre portions. The juices of the beast crackled and hissed as they dripped onto the fire. Tonight they feasted for tomorrow they would move to the east out onto the plains where food was even more plentiful than it was here."
3521,"Erectus has Company (IC, Some-Reboot, Open Sign-ups)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321285,2014-11-25T09:00:00,Seno Zhou Varada,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">South Korea, Korean Peninsula</span></span><br/><br/>The Zekari went above the ground in the trees. A squirrel ran out of it's hiding spot only to be caught by a paw and killed. The Zekari held the animal in it's mouth while running back to the pack. Not many animals remained here after the recent bear migration. Sadly food was short and they would have to hunt some no matter the danger. They gathered around one of the females and her cubs, 2 on the ground 4 in the trees. They growled to intimidate them with the cubs moving towards their mother in fear. Then 2 leaped off their trees and bit the mother with the ones on the ground charging as well. With one swipe of her paw one of the Zekari nearly flew with a large wound on it's side. The cubs attempted to run but the other 2 caught them and killed them with a few well placed bites. The mother tried to get the Zekari off her but she was no match now. The Zekari bit, clawed, and whacked her with their tails until she dropped dead. The wounded one soon died from the wound and the rest of the hunting party grabbed their kills and pulled them back to the pack where they would be eaten and the bones would be used to make the dens safer. The pups played under the moonlight with mock fights, climbing competitions, and other such things. Migration however would be needed as the bears came to the North or the large lake to try and make it to the great island."
3522,"Erectus has Company (IC, Some-Reboot, Open Sign-ups)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321285,2014-11-26T16:36:00,Krytonus,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ireland</span><br/><br/>""Domaile.""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Home.</span><br/>An older Alumnai spoke out amongst the group. Small, primitive huts, arranged in a crude circle. Cows had been fenced off in small fields behind the circle, and in one corner stood a fenced off area for chickens. They did not share much language. In fact, this one Alum had just created the word. Another grunted a reply.<br/>""Do.. Domaile.""<br/>""Domaile.""<br/>More spoke out, repeating the word with approval. The leader of the group, a tall male took a step forwards and grunted.<br/>""Domaile."""
3523,"Erectus has Company (IC, Some-Reboot, Open Sign-ups)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321285,2014-11-29T13:42:00,Ashtan,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">In a small clearing of a steamy Vietnamese jungle</span><br/><br/>A small group of young Rajamala crowd around their father, Klaos, as he tells the story of his adventure.<br/><br/>""There I was..."" Klaos begins. ""In the face of a wild boar. He stood 4 feet for hoof to shoulder and had 8 inch gleaming tusks, dripping with thick, soupy saliva. Even from where I stood I could smell its breath, fiery with the blood of its past victims. In its eyes, I could see the rageful hunger of bloodlust as it bore daggers through me. I had nowhere to go, the roar of a large waterfall behind me prevented any escape. One slip, and I would fall to a watery grave.""<br/><br/>""Ooohhh,"" the adolescents reply as they edge closer, eager to hear the rest of the story.<br/><br/>""The boar blew steam out of its mucus filled nostrils and charged. I just barely moved out of the way and gave it a glancing blow across its brown, hairy backside. My claws gleamed red with some of its blood. However, I did not escape entirely unscathed....""<br/><br/>He turned sideways so they could see the scar on his forearm that slashed through the orange-with-black-stripes fur that was customary of their species. It was a raw and angry thing and as Klaos licks at it, he wets the dried, encrusted blooded surrounding it.<br/><br/>""Eww""<br/><br/>""That's nasty.""<br/><br/>""Are you alright??""<br/><br/>Klaos smiles and nods before continuing with the story.<br/><br/>""For 3 hours did we battle, me and that boar. And for three hours did we both evade killing blows. However, I had something that boar didn't..."" He pauses for effect, eliciting a myriad of groans from the surrounding youngsters.<br/><br/>""What did you have?""<br/><br/>""Yea, what did you have?!?""<br/><br/>""Fine, fine."" Klaos relents. ""You kids always ruin a good story, hehe.""<br/><br/>""Where was I? Oh,"" he begins again. ""I had something that boar didn't, and that something was Creativity....<br/><br/>""Creativity?""<br/><br/>""What's that?""<br/><br/>""Can you eat it?""<br/><br/>""I don't think it would taste very good....it doesn't sound very good.""<br/><br/>""No, no, no."" Klaos says, shaking his head at the confused youngsters. ""You can't eat it, but each and every single one of you have it.""<br/><br/>""We do?""<br/><br/>""Everyone, but you.""<br/><br/>""I'll show you!""<br/><br/>And with that, all of them started wrestling, biting and scratching. Klaos watched them for a minute before breaking it up.<br/><br/>""Break it up, break it up...."" He called as he pushed each of them apart. ""Don't you guys wanna hear the rest of the story?""<br/><br/>That got their attention and they quickly settled back in a semicircle around Klaos, albeit with some pushing and shoving.<br/><br/>""Ok,"" Klaos began again. ""Because of our innate creativity, I was able to trick the boar into running into a nearby tree. The force of the impact caused its tusks to sink 5 inches deep into the wood. While it was dazed, I rushed up to it and grabbed it by the throat with my teeth, crushing its windpipe. In a frenzy it jerked back and uprooting the tree. I was thrown off, but its frenzy was short-lived. Its air-deprived brain finally told the rest of its body that it was dead and the beast finally stumbled once, twice, and fell dead. I carried it here and your mother took it....""<br/><br/>He trailed off as Lorian, his beautiful, silvery-black furred wife smiled at him, carrying the cooked boar with her.<br/><br/>""Dinner's ready!"" She called.<br/><br/>""Yay!"" The kids shouted in unison, scrambling towards their mother and completely forgetting the story.<br/><br/>She grinned mischievously at her husband's indignant look at her abrupt removal of his audience. He shrugged and walked over to join the family as they tore off chunks of the felled beast.<br/><br/>After dinner, and with full bellies, the family curled up underneath each other and promptly fell asleep. All except Klaos who stared at the twinkling stars once more before kissing his wife on the neck and closing his eyes as well."
3524,"Erectus has Company (IC, Some-Reboot, Open Sign-ups)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321285,2014-12-02T16:40:00,Mondrova,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><div align=""Northern Italy - Western Tuscan Forests""></div></span></span></span><br/><br/>The forests of Northern Tuscany were in glorious bloom, the natural clock of time having ticked over into the Spring in a sea of budding flowers. The sweet scent of newly emerging flora filled the air, hinting at the fruits to come; in the air, the sounds of a splendid orchestra reverberated in a myriad of gentle birds songs, calls of mothers to their young, and soft trickles of newly warmed rivers. The grass shone a bright green, standing upright until crushed under foot my curious bear bubs and Bambi's, babes all guided by their watchful mothers. New leaves had begun to appear, and in the camouflage, tree climbers reemerged, while the birds up so high continued in their constant hunt. A whole world was coming back to life at the advent of the breeding season. Hibernation's were over, and in clearings illuminated by golden white light animals began on the next phase of their life, always vigilant for both prey and predators.<br/><br/>With good reason are they watchful, for generations of families and flocks still remembered the dangers of their world, the peculiar predators that talk them. Not just the wandering wolves or dashing falcons, armed with only simple wits, but another beast. With sharp claws and serrated mandibles, crushing strength and an all new intelligence, these predators were the greatest of all. They are always hidden, and they too are always watching, waiting for the moment to strike out and end their pray. These are the Malatira.<br/><br/>Though they do not just exist within the Forests of Tuscany, they are spread for miles in Italia and Southern France, and even the isles near the coasts. Yet, as it happens, of all great colonies with their ruling Queens, the largest collective exists in the Tuscan region. By pure coincidence, a variety of Malatiran hives had founded themselves within a close range to one another, and being an aggressive species, trouble was bound to happen; over the course of months these groups had all come under the rule of the Queen of what, in the Malatira tongue, would be the Paleia Hive. As the hive grew though, its demands increased, and the young spawned annually sharply rose, further calling for more labors from the workers. So now, the forests of Tuscany shall learn an unfortunate lesson: a hungry Malatira hive does little for animal populations.<br/><hr/><br/>In the clearing of the forest emerged a small herd of dear, numbering perhaps twelve in total with their young. They were an isolated bunch as of now, not having formed into a larger group as was happening with other flocks in the area. Yet, so far, they had remained unhindered by the fact, now sunning themselves and gently eating the sweet grasses of the new season, drinking calmly from the small stream nearby. There ears were pricked, always ready to pick up trouble, but their hearts beat with a constant beat: a relaxing morning. However, despite the serenity of the scene, it was all to turn to nightmares. For they were not alone.<br/><br/>For hours now, a group over eighteen Malatira had been stalking the flock. Three warriors and fifteen workers, they were a deadly bunch to run across, but were no match for the speed of the deer. Thus necessitating the tried and trued method of hunting they now employed. Being camouflaged in the foliage, and able to move with surprising silence, they slowly approached their targets. Forming an ever tightening circle, they would enclose upon the deer from all sides and then set them off, herding them about as they continued to draw in their circle, until the carnage begins.<br/><br/>The preparations were now complete, and so one of them, chosen before, broke a branch, and rustled the nearby leaves. The sound immediately drew the attention of all the deer, who began to run as the chosen Malatira charged forward. As they sprinted though, the other Malatira emerged, their encircling strategy well implemented. The deer, terrified of oncoming death, began to sprint about widely, running in an ever tightening way as the predators drew inwards. Then, suddenly, a pair of mother attempted to dart out with their young, heading towards a slightly larger gap between two Malatira than elsewhere. They had no change though. The Malatira are no speedy predator when moving, but their lunge is unmatched; as the deer grew near their reapers, they shot out at break-neck speed. Their bladed upper arms dug into the mothers, as their spines trapped them in place. The lower arms meanwhile, pierced into the chest and underside of the creatures, popping open their lungs and hearts within moments. The young, startled, split up, on staying put and being immediately slaughtered, the other dashing away only to be pounced upon by a recently maneuvered Manatira, their pathetic cries quickly silenced.<br/><br/>By now, the rest of the pack was in absolute disarray, and all began a blind charge for freedom. It lasted perhaps a minute or so, after which the field was covered in blood, and the forest was silenced. The death cries had all ended, and all other signs of life had vacated. The Manatira were left with their gory prizes, and began collecting the corpses to carry back to the hive. It was a good haul, but more was always needed, and the Queen did not like to be kept waiting. With stoic silence and grunting effort, they lifted their prey over their shoulders, the few without taking the flanks for security, and began returning home before starting all over again."
3525,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315,2014-11-24T14:32:00,Toronina,"<img alt=""Image"" src=""http://gfx.gexe.pl/upl/1/2014/6/14091706.jpg""/><br/><br/>The Iron Throne....<br/>The seat of power for the Seven Kingdoms of Westeros....<br/>Forged by man and dragonfire it has inspired only fear, rebellion, and greed throughout the realm....<br/>Many have played it's game....<br/>But none have ever truly won....<br/>For the game never ends....<br/>At best there only lulls and pauses....<br/>Winter has ended and the game renews....<br/>As always there are new players....<br/>The rule stays the same....<br/>You win or you die....<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">RULES:</span></span><br/><br/>1: All other Nationstates rules apply<br/>2: No Godmodding. Keep it realistic people, no part of Westeros or Essos can field a million people at once.<br/>3. One liners are not recommended, you won't be warned, but try to get more than 2 lines at least<br/>4. All rule breakers are to be reported to me or the Co-Op's<br/>5. Baratheons control the Stormlands, Starks the North, Tullys the Riverlands, Tyrells the Reach, Martells control Dorne, Royces control the Vale, Harlaws the Iron Islands, Lannisters the Westerlands, the Targaryens control most of Essos/New Valyria. They are your liege lords, you don't want to listen to them? Create alliances with other houses, but obey them, unless you want control.<br/><br/>This is the IC Thread, use this for roleplaying only. Link to the OOC/Signup Thread:<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=318538"" rel=""nofollow"">http://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=318538</a>"
3526,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315,2014-11-24T15:48:00,Nuxipal,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Princess Baela Targaryen<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Midnight, Valyrian Embassy(Formarly the Dragonpit), King's Landing</span></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2013/228/0/7/house_targaryen_sigil_by_clockhound-d6igay5.png""/></div><br/><br/>The King of Westeros has died and his son named the new king. All the while, Baela was the visiting Dragonlord to the Valyrian Embassy. The only logical place for the Valyrian Embassy was the Dragonpit, so that visiting lords could stable their dragons while they were in the Westerosi Capital. She spoke the Common Tongue well enough and she knew many of the Westerosi House Sigils as many of them were present in the Stepstones during her brother's conquest of the rocky islands.<br/><br/>The Ambassador, a minor Rhoynish Nobleman who had been pushing for the rebuilding of the old Rhoynar cities as a region that his family could possess in the future. His original goal when he became ambassador to Westeros was to recruit as many of the Orphans of the Greenblood as he could. He was largely unsuccessful, but many were convinced to return to their mother. Now, with the death of the Westerosi King he was more concerned that this new King wouldn't try to evict the Valyrian Empire from its grand Embassy in King's Landing.<br/><br/>""Ah, Princess Baela. I could use your help.."" he said with a sly grin. Baela knew he desired her, as did her brother. And one or two of her uncles.. and the Emperor for that matter, but the fact that Vaekar was here now was a nuisance. ""If it involves a bedchamber you can keep dreaming Vaekar. I came to Westeros for one main reason and now that the King has died, I doubt that I'll be able to accomplish it."" Vaekar's grin fades slightly, ""Pity, but there is something aside from that. Your Uncle, Emperor Baelor II has commanded us to learn what we can of this new King. That means you get to go to the Red Keep and find out what this new King is like."" Glaring at the ambassador Baela shook her head saying, ""We already know him. He is the same man as he was as the heir. He likes to whore and drink and hunt. Rumor has it that he enjoys even more vile things. If you want me to go to the Red Keep, I want you to summon my Velaryon Cousins who are in the city back to the Dragonpit. They know why I have come to Westeros and if you know of any Celtigars in the city bring there here as well. I wish to speak to them before leaving for the Red Keep. I will be in my chambers, send a servant when they have arrived I will be resting. We have a lot to get done and not much time to do it.""<br/><br/>With that Baela visits her dragon briefly and then goes to her bedchamber. Locking the door behind her she searches the room before walking to the bed. She lies down on the bed made for a princess of royal blood and finally manages to fall asleep."
3527,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315,2014-11-24T16:28:00,Toronina,"<div align=""Center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d1/House_Baratheon.PNG""/></div><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Lyonel Baratheon</span></div><br/><div align=""Center"">Outside of the Valyrian Embassy/Dragonpit</div><br/><br/>It had been a tough few weeks for Lyonel. The old King was dead, and now Lyonel was the Hand of the King. The young Valyrian princess inside the embassy was essential to his plans. Eddard was a drunken man who loved whores. And now, that drunken man was King. Lyonel wondered at which point had his best friend became this. The King had no wife, and didn't plan to take one. Lyonel knew that if Eddard where to die, the throne would pass to him, and that needed to happen. Lyonel wished his uncle, the previous King was still alive. Under Robert he had been the Master of Laws, a duty he did good at. Eddard made blunder after blunder, and was even at the point at stopping the colonization of Ulthos and Sothoryos.<br/><br/>Lyonel had walked to the Dragonpit. He needed the Princess on the Small Council if his plans were to happen. He felt bad doing this to his best friend, but Eddard needed to be overthrown, and relations improved with New Valyria. Lyonel had fought at the Stepstones, during the invasion, and ever since that invasion relations between the two large continents had fallen. Lyonel knocked on the door to the entrance, and waited for a reply."
3528,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315,2014-11-24T19:17:00,Nuxipal,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Princess Baela Targaryen<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Midnight, Valyrian Embassy, King's Landing</span></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2013/228/0/7/house_targaryen_sigil_by_clockhound-d6igay5.png""/></div><br/><br/>The knock at the gate went unanswered for several minutes before a servant summoned Vaekar. He peered out seeing the Hand of the King somewhat concerned he had a servant run to wake the Princess before opening the gates to the Hand. ""My Lord Hand, I am unsure as to why you came to the embassy at this hour, but please come in. The streets at night are unsafe for high lords such as yourself."" He leads the Hand of the King to the great hall, formerly part of the stable for the dragonpit, but now sealed off from the undamaged pens. Behind him a door opened, Princess Baela, who had just tried to go to bed entered the hall. She had a fire in her eyes and Vaekar seemed to shrink away from her as she approached.<br/><br/>""Princess Baela, this is Lord Lyonel Baratheon, Hand of the King. He has just arrived from the Red Keep and I thought it best if you were here."" With this Baela smiled, ""You were wise Vaekar. You are dismissed, I will handle this from here."" She waved her hand to dismiss him as if he were a common servant. At the age of 17 she reeked of power and prestige. The only blemish on her skin was a scar on her upper arm where a scorpion bolt narrowly missed her during the War for the Stepstones. Her violet eyes scanned the Lord Paramount of the Stormlands for any clues as to his presence here.<br/><br/>""Lord Lyonel, I believe you fought on the Stepstones. I apologize if I burned any of your family members there. It was war after all and we have our duties to uphold during times of war. As we have duties in times of peace. Which brings me to wonder, why is the Hand of the King coming to the Dragonpit at a late hour such as this?"""
3529,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315,2014-11-24T20:39:00,Toronina,"<div align=""Center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d1/House_Baratheon.PNG""/></div><br/><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Lyonel Baratheon</span></div><br/><div align=""Center"">Inside of the Valyrian Embassy/Dragonpit</div><br/><br/>Lyonel walked with the man. 'This was it he thought'. 'This little girls decision could make or break me.' He looked at her, she, like most Valyrians had an unnatural beauty, though Lyonel was not interested in her looks. Baela seemed to have a scar, from what, he did not know. ""I am sorry to wake you at this hour Princess Baela, but this is important. It is about my cousin, the king. Trust me when I say this is something that could end in a civil war.""<br/><br/>""My cousin, unfortunately, is a drunken fool, and recently has told me he plans to not take a wife, nor father any child but bastards. Half of Westeros hate him, the other half is coming around. I would like to offer you a place on the Small Council, for I believe you can help me out. Luckily for me, Eddard has yet to place a Master of Whisperers. My cousin needs to be overthrown, and I need competent people on the Small Council, before he fills them himself, to restore the blunders my cousin has made, and to place a new King on the throne, preferably with a Grand Council."" He looked at her with his deep blue eyes, hiding away the fact that he was nearly at the point of begging.<br/><br/>""I will understand if you do not wish the help, but I do need help, before my cousin ruins it all."""
3530,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315,2014-11-24T21:04:00,Nuxipal,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Princess Baela Targaryen<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Midnight, Valyrian Embassy, King's Landing</span></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2013/228/0/7/house_targaryen_sigil_by_clockhound-d6igay5.png""/></div><br/><br/><br/>This was the break that Baela had been looking for. The look in his eyes was almost of desperation, the dragon in her saw the opportunity and reached out for it. ""So you are looking to create a coalition against your King to seat whom as King? Yourself? It matters little. I came to Westeros for one thing and I have yet to even begin to reach for it. However, if you were to give it to me as my own holding, I will serve on your Small Council. I want the Isles in the Narrow Sea. Claw Isle, Driftmark, and yes, Dragonstone. That is my price. If you fulfill this for me, I will remain in Westeros and serve on the Council until I am no longer needed there. The islands shall remain a part of Westeros until the time that I am no longer on the council, then I and the Islands will return to Valyria.""<br/><br/>The directness with how she spoke showed that she understood the power her voice would have in the small council, or on the battlefield for that matter. As if on cue, in the stable of the dragonpit somewhere behind her the great dragon Caeliphon roared as it killed its next meal, likely a cow bought from the markets or half a dozen sheep. While Lyonel thought about it Baela watched him, ready to provide further evidence that Dragonstone was being illegally held by Westeros."
3531,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315,2014-11-24T21:36:00,Toronina,"<div align=""Center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d1/House_Baratheon.PNG""/></div><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Lyonel Baratheon</span></div><br/><div align=""Center"">Inside of the Valyrian Embassy/Dragonpit</div><br/><br/>Lyonel heard the Princess terms. The isles of the Narrow Sea, Dragonstone, Driftmark, Claw Isle, worthless to Westeros, but they seemed to hold sentimental values to New Valyria. ""If that is your price, I shall draft the paperwork. The isles of the Narrow Sea will belong to New Valyria. I thank you Princess. And yes, I hope the Small Council names me to King. It is not something I want, but what I need to do."" This was Lyonel's chance, a powerful ally, and improved relations with New Valyria. ""Name which vacant spot on the Small Council you wish to take, and I shall grant it. Summon me when you have made your decision"" He nodded to her, and soon left the Embassy."
3532,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315,2014-11-24T23:17:00,Nuxipal,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Princess Baela Targaryen<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Midnight, Valyrian Embassy, King's Landing</span></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2013/228/0/7/house_targaryen_sigil_by_clockhound-d6igay5.png""/></div><br/><br/><br/>Princess Baela was very pleased. Dragonstone, some say it is the fifteenth flame and that dragons grow to enormous sizes there. More importantly however, it is her family's ancestral home. The simple fact that she is to be the one to reclaim it will give her name great authority in the Empire once she eventually returns. For now however, with the Lord Hand gone, she had to decide which council seat she wished to take. While she was tempted by several positions, master of coin among them, she would have to choose one and choose one which would suit her best. She would sleep on the matter and greet her family in the morning when they arrived."
3533,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315,2014-11-25T01:20:00,Romus Maximus,"<div align=""middle""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Darion Crex<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Midnight, King's Landing</span></span></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2013/228/0/7/house_targaryen_sigil_by_clockhound-d6igay5.png""/></div><br/><br/>Darion arrived in King's Landing in the middle of the night, so as to surprise the Princess when she awoke to find him in the embassy. He had been forced to travel by boat, which had saddened him as he wished that Chrysophylax was big enough to ride. He quickly headed towards what looked to be the embassy and pushed open the door to find the front desk unmanned, which surprised him greatly. He decided that he might as well wait for someone and sat in a nearby corner with Chrsophylax, who was the size of a large dog. He sat and cleaned off the dirt from some of the scales to maintain the white of the dragon and started talking to him."
3534,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315,2014-11-25T08:51:00,Nuxipal,"<blockquote><div><cite>Romus Maximus <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22561834#p22561834"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""middle""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Darion Crex<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Midnight, King's Landing</span></span></span><br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2013/228/0/7/house_targaryen_sigil_by_clockhound-d6igay5.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div><br/><br/>Darion arrived in King's Landing in the middle of the night, so as to surprise the Princess when she awoke to find him in the embassy. He had been forced to travel by boat, which had saddened him as he wished that Chrysophylax was big enough to ride. He quickly headed towards what looked to be the embassy and pushed open the door to find the front desk unmanned, which surprised him greatly. He decided that he might as well wait for someone and sat in a nearby corner with Chrsophylax, who was the size of a large dog. He sat and cleaned off the dirt from some of the scales to maintain the white of the dragon and started talking to him.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><div align=""middle""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Princess Baela Targaryen<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Dragonpit, King's Landing</span></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2013/228/0/7/house_targaryen_sigil_by_clockhound-d6igay5.png""/></div><br/><br/>As Darion entered the embassy and notices no one is at the desk, a servant walks by and sees the visitor. After identifying himself as a member of the King's Guard of New Valyria he is shown to quarters for the evening so that he could get rest before the next morning. The servant offers to take his dragon to the stable if he didn't wish to keep it in his chambers. Whatever his decision he was told the Princess occupied the room across the hall and told no one to disturb her unless they enjoyed digging in the gold mines of Little Valyria.<br/><br/>The night gives way to morning and Darion can hear the Princess leave her chambers. Instead of heading to the main hall where breakfast was certain to be served she was heading back towards the stables where her dragon Caeliphon was. The Dragon was enormous and occupied the largest of the available stalls for a Dragon. Baela would visit her dragon every morning before going to eat Breakfast. In the great hall, there were several Valaryon family members, who were all cousins to Baela. Darion would have met that at some point in his time at the Valyrian Court."
3535,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315,2014-11-25T13:11:00,Blobovia,"<span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The hedgeknight</span></span><br/><br/>Ser Aedulf Branting's back was aching, and riding in bad terrain certainly didn't ease the pain. The reason for his hurting was a bad night's sleep on hilly soil, in rain and cold. A few years ago it would have hardly conserned him, but he was getting older, and his years of service under lord Braxton the Green alder had made him soft and comfortable. Lord Braxton had taken very good care of his knights. In hindsight perhaps too good, Aedulf thought as he once again cursed his back.<br/><br/>Braxton was an old house, but nowadays irrelevant and poor. The Green alder was hardly more than a landowning knigh, and he was old and without heirs. The knights who served him was the closest thing he had to a family, which could explain his unusual generousity. But inevitable, eventually the already small Braxton fourtune ran dry, and he couldn't provide for them anymore. Most knights had left, including Aedulf, in search for a better employer.<br/><br/>It was unfourtunate, in Aedulf''s opinion. He had gotten quite fond of the old man, but there was simply no future for him there, in a dying house almost out in the wilderness.<br/><br/>Thus he had taken to the roads again, with King's Landing as his goal. With a new king on the throne, there had to be work available for an experienced knight."
3536,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315,2014-11-25T13:33:00,Romus Maximus,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nuxipal <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22564331#p22564331"">wrote</a>:</cite>As Darion entered the embassy and notices no one is at the desk, a servant walks by and sees the visitor. After identifying himself as a member of the King's Guard of New Valyria he is shown to quarters for the evening so that he could get rest before the next morning. The servant offers to take his dragon to the stable if he didn't wish to keep it in his chambers. Whatever his decision he was told the Princess occupied the room across the hall and told no one to disturb her unless they enjoyed digging in the gold mines of Little Valyria.<br/><br/>The night gives way to morning and Darion can hear the Princess leave her chambers. Instead of heading to the main hall where breakfast was certain to be served she was heading back towards the stables where her dragon Caeliphon was. The Dragon was enormous and occupied the largest of the available stalls for a Dragon. Baela would visit her dragon every morning before going to eat Breakfast. In the great hall, there were several Valaryon family members, who were all cousins to Baela. Darion would have met that at some point in his time at the Valyrian Court.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><div align=""middle""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Darion Crex<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Dragonpits, King's Landing</span></span></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2013/228/0/7/house_targaryen_sigil_by_clockhound-d6igay5.png""/></div><br/><br/>Darion followed Baela down to the dragon pits, with Chrysophylax by his side. He opened the gate into the huge pit and walked in. He quickly spotted Baela. ""My lady, I have been sent to make sure that you are kept safe. This order came from the Emperor himself.""<br/>He looked down to see Chrysophylax on just seeing the bigger dragon and doing that thing that a small dog does when it sees a bigger dog. He kneeled and put his head next to the dragon's and whispered, ""It's okay, she won't harm you. She's a friend."" He then stood and waited for Baela to acknowledge his presence."
3537,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315,2014-11-25T15:18:00,Toronina,"<div align=""Center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d1/House_Baratheon.PNG""/></div><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Lyonel Baratheon</span></div><br/><div align=""Center"">Inside of the Red Keep</div><br/><br/>Lyonel had trouble getting to sleep last night. He was worried Eddard would find out the plans, and call for his head off. He wondered what position that girl would take. Lyonel yawned as he woke up, got dressed and walked into the hall. His insufferable cousins, Eddard and Cassana were already there. Knowing to keep up his courtesies, he said nothing of what he wished he could say to them. When Eddard was overthrown, Cassana would be the first to go. She was cruel, never having been disciplined as a child. 'Black of hair and black of heart.' He thought. Lyonel broke his fast with some eggs and bacon. He was waiting for the Valyrian Princess, wondering what position she would take."
3538,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315,2014-11-25T20:18:00,Sebastianbourg,"<div align=""Center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Sebasion Iranassar</span></div><br/><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Red Keep, King's Landing</span></div><br/><br/>Sebasion Iranassar sat in the small study he had been granted in the Red Keep due to his position as an adviser to the Small Council of the Seven Kingdoms. Two books on the history of the Seven Kingdoms (which he had read many times before but nevertheless chose to keep within reach) were open on his wooden desk while thought of all he had accomplished at the age of nineteen; he had gone all the way to the Jade Sea and back and now he was an adviser to the Small Council! At last, he was in a position of relative power from where he could climb the hierarchy until becoming the Hand of the King...or the King himself.<br/><br/>For a short while he thought about congratulating himself by hiring a whore for the night but he decided against this for he was exhausted and was yet to dine."
3539,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315,2014-11-25T23:23:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon<br/>The Red Keep</span><br/><br/>Cassana was sitting in a hall of the red keep wearing an immaculate and lavish gown of bright gold (it was the first time since Robert's death that she wasn't wearing mourning clothes) as Lyonel walked into the room.<br/><br/>""Greetings Lyonel!"" she called happily, breaking her fast on rich fruits from far away lands, much different from the simple eggs and bacon that the hand of the king had chosen to eat. ""I was just talking to our dearest relative,"" she said clearly meaning Eddard, ""about the benefits of taking a wife."" she spoke softly and slowly but her way of speaking suggested that she had been unsuccessful. ""perhaps you could weigh in on this?"""
3540,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315,2014-11-25T23:33:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Woodstovia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22574731#p22574731"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon<br/>The Red Keep</span><br/><br/>Cassana was sitting in a hall of the red keep wearing an immaculate and lavish gown of bright gold (it was the first time since Robert's death that she wasn't wearing mourning clothes) as Lyonel walked into the room.<br/><br/>""Greetings Lyonel!"" she called happily, breaking her fast on rich fruits from far away lands, much different from the simple eggs and bacon that the hand of the king had chosen to eat. ""I was just talking to our dearest relative,"" she said clearly meaning Eddard, ""about the benefits of taking a wife."" she spoke softly and slowly but her way of speaking suggested that she had been unsuccessful. ""perhaps you could way in on this?""</div></blockquote><br/><div align=""Center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d1/House_Baratheon.PNG""/></div><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Lyonel Baratheon</span></div><br/><div align=""Center"">Inside of the Red Keep</div><br/><br/>""Cassana, how nice to see you dear cousin."" Said Lyonel, hiding his displeasure in his voice. Lyonel ate some eggs and bacon, and replied to her. ""There are a few of my bannermen who are free. I hear Lord Swann wishes to take a wife soon. Perhaps I could arrange a marriage."" He said to his cousin. To most, Cassana would seem a lady, but Lyonel knew his cousins well. ""Or perhaps you would prefer someone from a different region, mayhaps the Reach or Riverlands.""<br/><br/>'If I can marry her off, mayhaps she will resign to be with her new husband.' thought Lyonel, though he already doubted it."
3541,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315,2014-11-25T23:35:00,Nuxipal,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Princess Baela Targaryen<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Valyrian Embassy, King's Landing</span></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2013/228/0/7/house_targaryen_sigil_by_clockhound-d6igay5.png""/></div><br/><br/>Baela was confused, ""Wait my Uncle sent a member of his King's Guard to protect me?"" She looked at her dragon, ""I figured no one would dare attack me if they didn't want to burn alive. Caeliphon is big enough to break out of the Dragonpit if she wanted to and she is very protective of me. Though, now that I think of it. Having a young Valyrian Knight at my side may help smooth things out. Afterall, I came here without any household guards on a simple errand and now I find myself the future Lady of Dragonstone. It's only a matter of time before I get elected as Triarch at this rate. Either way one of the Valaryon boys will be escorting me to the Red Keep. You are of course welcome to come as is Chrysophylax, it just wouldn't feel right walking into Aegon's Keep without a dragon.""<br/><br/>In her head she thought<span style=""font-style: italic"">I was going to have both of the Valaryon boys escorting me, but a King's Guard is more protection than a newly minted Knight.</span>Then out loud, ""Well then, we have a meeting with the Lord Hand Lyonel Baratheon and then a meeting with the Small Council. Lead on with your dragon, it should keep the peasantry away from us as we make our way to the Red Keep.""<br/><br/>Allowing Darion to lead them to the Red Keep Baela was content to follow. She had dressed up in her armor and they were soon met by two Knights wearing the Bright Blue cloaks of House Valaryon. A brief exchange later and the oldest of them joined the procession to the Red Keep. The younger, remained behind with Ambassador Vaekar to help supervise the ""servants"". It was a poorly kept secret that the Servants at the Valyrian Embassy were actually slaves from the Pleasure Gardens of Lys or from the households of wealthy Myrish families. They were the most suited to the domestic lifestyle of a servant in Westerosi style and were given much greater freedom at the Embassy than they would in Valyria, of course, the Ambassador was known to utilize their other functionalities from time to time."
3542,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315,2014-11-25T23:42:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon<br/>The Red Keep</span><br/><br/>Cassana blushed furiously at Lyonel's suggestions. Her status as being unwed was a particularly sensitive subject for Cassana. At least she had her age and status to use as excuses, she'd never marry someone beneath Lyonel. Realistically only a lord paramount would do for Cassana.<br/><br/>""I am 18 cousin, I wish to live my own life a little longer and I doubt your bannermen would be suitable matches"" said Cassana, trying to say what she wanted as diplomatically as possible. ""However there is no maiden alive who would refuse to marry a king, and marriage would give us an ally to help cement your status on the throne."" Cassana had begun the sentence talking to Lyonel before drifting to Eddard."
3543,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315,2014-11-25T23:54:00,Toronina,"<div align=""Center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d1/House_Baratheon.PNG""/></div><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Lyonel Baratheon</span></div><br/><div align=""Center"">Inside of the Red Keep</div><br/>It took all off Lyonel's willpower to not slap Cassana then and there. She thought to highly of herself, thinking that one of the Lords Paramount, or, Seven forbid, Eddard, would marry her. He breathed a sigh of relief when she walked off.<br/><br/><br/>Lyonel's breakfast was soon interrupted by one of his servants rushing into the hall. ""My Lord, the Princess Baela is at the keep."" He said. 'So, she has arrived to take her position.' Lyonel thought to himself. Two white cloaks protected him as he walked out, as Eddard did not want his family without protection. He walked from the hall, and to the entrance of the Red Keep, intending to greet the Princess."
3544,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315,2014-11-26T00:17:00,Romus Maximus,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nuxipal <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22574818#p22574818"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Princess Baela Targaryen<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Valyrian Embassy, King's Landing</span></span></div><br/>Baela was confused, ""Wait my Uncle sent a member of his King's Guard to protect me?"" She looked at her dragon, ""I figured no one would dare attack me if they didn't want to burn alive. Caeliphon is big enough to break out of the Dragonpit if she wanted to and she is very protective of me. Though, now that I think of it. Having a young Valyrian Knight at my side may help smooth things out. Afterall, I came here without any household guards on a simple errand and now I find myself the future Lady of Dragonstone. It's only a matter of time before I get elected as Triarch at this rate. Either way one of the Valaryon boys will be escorting me to the Red Keep. You are of course welcome to come as is Chrysophylax, it just wouldn't feel right walking into Aegon's Keep without a dragon.""<br/>In her head she thought <span style=""font-style: italic"">I was going to have both of the Valaryon boys escorting me, but a King's Guard is more protection than a newly minted Knight.</span> Then out loud, ""Well then, we have a meeting with the Lord Hand Lyonel Baratheon and then a meeting with the Small Council. Lead on with your dragon, it should keep the peasantry away from us as we make our way to the Red Keep.""<br/>Allowing Darion to lead them to the Red Keep Baela was content to follow. She had dressed up in her armor and they were soon met by two Knights wearing the Bright Blue cloaks of House Valaryon. A brief exchange later and the oldest of them joined the procession to the Red Keep. The younger, remained behind with Ambassador Vaekar to help supervise the ""servants"". It was a poorly kept secret that the Servants at the Valyrian Embassy were actually slaves from the Pleasure Gardens of Lys or from the households of wealthy Myrish families. They were the most suited to the domestic lifestyle of a servant in Westerosi style and were given much greater freedom at the Embassy than they would in Valyria, of course, the Ambassador was known to utilize their other functionalities from time to time.</div></blockquote><br/><div align=""middle""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Darion Crex<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Valyrian Embassy and The Red Keep, King's Landing</span></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2013/228/0/7/house_targaryen_sigil_by_clockhound-d6igay5.png""/></div><br/>""Of course sister. I was sent to serve as your, I guess the word aide is more suitable. And stopping Chrysophylax coming wouldn't be possible unless we locked him in here. He has a tendency to go where I go, with or without permission. We had best be off if we are to meet the Hand of the King.""<br/>The two walked towards the Red Keep with Chrysophylax leading the way. The spoke of small events and idle chit chat before meeting up with the two Velaryons, the older of whom he had met before and they were greeted warmly. When they arrived at the Small Council's hall Darion turned to the princess.<br/>""I request that I be allowed to stay by you side, as is my duty my lady. If not then Chrysophylax and I shall wait here at the door."""
3545,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315,2014-11-26T00:42:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon<br/>The Red Keep</span><br/><br/>Cassana left the hall fuming, why did Lyonel have to make everything so hard for her? All she wanted was to help the king... Instead he had tried to make her marry Lord Swann, some Stormland lord subservient to Lyonel himself! He might as well have threatened to lock her in the maidenvault!<br/><br/>Cassana walked back to her own chambers where she was attended to by her favorite servant Balon, a boy around the same age as her. He was... Unpopular with the smallfolk who whispered that she was having an affair with him and despite her best attempts to get rid of the troublemakers who spread the rumor it still managed to circulate.<br/><br/>""I need you to scour King's Landing for any suitable hedgeknights or sellswords who would be willing to join me."" she instructed the boy, he was lithe with bright hair and blue eyes. He bowed and left without asking why. She needed swords around her that weren't Kingsguard.<br/><br/>After that she left her chambers and was once again joined by a white cloak, she didn't even look at the man and instead walked straight to the chambers of Sebasion Iranassar and knocked on the door. Hoping she could gain his support."
3546,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315,2014-11-26T04:46:00,Masimino,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Brunwulf Northwind, courtyard of Winterfell</span><br/><br/>Brunwulf was training in the courtyard, where he was doing lifts, push ups and other exercises to strengthen himself. He was doing his ordinary routine, exercising and training, resting then patrolling the area. He was about done with his training and grabbed jug of wine. He finished drinking it in a rather fast, you can't blame him, he's tired. He then went to the bathing room, where he bathed and cleansed himself, and thought about what to do in his resting time. He finished bathing and went to the library and read some military books, mostly about tactics and history.<br/><br/>He then went to his room, where he got his sword and armor and proceeded to the stables to patrol the area and maybe see Brandon if he's awake or resting."
3547,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315,2014-11-26T08:42:00,Nuxipal,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Princess Baela Targaryen<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Red Keep, King's Landing</span></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2013/228/0/7/house_targaryen_sigil_by_clockhound-d6igay5.png""/></div><br/><br/>The Princess, Darion, and the Velaryon Knight stood near the entrance to the Keep. Baela knew that Lyonel would have been notified of their arrival and intended to be received and not to intrude. Finally, Lyonel had come. Before him stood three people with silver-gold hair. Lyonel would recognize the Princess from before, the young Velaryon would be recognizable from the sigil. The third would be completely unfamiliar to him. As he approached Princess Baela greeted him, ""Lord Hand, it is good to see you again. I believe you have a council position for me. These are my guards, Lord Velaryon's oldest son and a Knight of my Uncle's Kings Guard Darion Crex. Now, where will this council meeting be, I cannot wait to begin.""<br/><br/>Aside from the two guards Lyonel would easily notice the large dog sized Dragon following Darion into the Keep. Clearly it was bonded to the man, but not yet large enough to ride, perhaps by the end of the year it would have grown enough."
3548,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315,2014-11-26T10:33:00,Kisinger,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alexander Fresinjoy</span></span></span><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Stormlands, North of Storms End</span></span></span><br/><br/>Alexander Fresinjoy, a mercenary, a thief, a nobody, trotted North away from Stroms end towards the North once more. Alas there was one question that he could not answer, ""Will he go North or will he had back as normal?"" Alexander was a man with no Honor, a man without a liege, a man bound in blood to wipe bandits off the face of Westeros. He strived for the best though he never got the best. He looked up around, nothing new just the same damn old thing. He inhaled deeply and exhaled quickly watching as the smoke coming from his mouth disappear. He looked down to his horse, and smiled. He then pet this side of his horse's neck, just below the man. Checking over himself and taking quick inventory he had, 1 Sword, 1 Shield, 2 Bread Loves, 1 Dried fish, his father's chain mail armor, cloak, and underlying clothes. He would starve in three days if he didn't find a country bumpkin or head back to the city or fortress. ""I will never go back to that horrid fortress,"" he said as he shivered from the cold."
3549,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315,2014-11-26T11:17:00,-Fedora-,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""WIP""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">""Next!"" bellowed the clerk and the guards ushered an elderly man, his face, with its wrinkled, pallid complexion denoting the downtrodden atmosphere amongst the denizens of White Harbour. ""Name?"" The elderly man looked around, apparently unsure of whom the question was aimed at. ""M..me, sir?"" The clerk raised his head from the document-laden desk, his habitually hunched posture having difficulty acclimatizing to the new position. ""Yes you, who else could it be?"" Sneered the clerk sarcastically. ""I'm sorry, sir,"" responded the elderly man, his tone one of servility.</div></div></div>"
3550,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=25,2014-11-26T14:36:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nuxipal <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22577323#p22577323"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Princess Baela Targaryen<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Red Keep, King's Landing</span></span><br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2013/228/0/7/house_targaryen_sigil_by_clockhound-d6igay5.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div><br/><br/>The Princess, Darion, and the Velaryon Knight stood near the entrance to the Keep. Baela knew that Lyonel would have been notified of their arrival and intended to be received and not to intrude. Finally, Lyonel had come. Before him stood three people with silver-gold hair. Lyonel would recognize the Princess from before, the young Velaryon would be recognizable from the sigil. The third would be completely unfamiliar to him. As he approached Princess Baela greeted him, ""Lord Hand, it is good to see you again. I believe you have a council position for me. These are my guards, Lord Velaryon's oldest son and a Knight of my Uncle's Kings Guard Darion Crex. Now, where will this council meeting be, I cannot wait to begin.""<br/><br/>Aside from the two guards Lyonel would easily notice the large dog sized Dragon following Darion into the Keep. Clearly it was bonded to the man, but not yet large enough to ride, perhaps by the end of the year it would have grown enough.</div></blockquote><br/><div align=""Center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d1/House_Baratheon.PNG""/></div><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Lyonel Baratheon</span></div><br/><div align=""Center"">Inside of the Red Keep</div><br/><br/>Lyonel saw the dragon. Not as big as the ones in the tales, but it would grow into one, he was sure. It was the size of a mastiff, and freaked out some nearby smallfolk. ""Princess Baela, welcome to the Red Keep. I assume you have decided to position you want on the small council? The meeting will be held shortly, in order to discuss who else will join our ranks. Come, I will show you to the council room."""
3551,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=25,2014-11-26T15:04:00,Blobovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Lady Lara Lannister</span></span><br/><br/>The council was to meet later this day, but Lara would still have the time for some pleasure before that. She rode through the streets, accompanied by two of her personal guards, on a route used by many prominent lords and knights in the city. Her destination: The Street of Silk.<br/><br/>The Lioness didn't really need to use any gold from her purse to find a bedmate, as the gold in her hair was enough to attract most men in the Seven Kingdoms, and the rest of her certainly didn't look bad either, on the contrary, to say the least. But regardless of all that, Lara still found this way easier and more satisfying. A free man might agree to sleep with her simply for the opportunity to become the next lord Lannister, which could not be said about whores, male or female. They were simply doing what they were paid for. And she could afford it. ""Rich as a Lannister"", as the saying went. And as a wealthy customer, the whoremongers made sure to meet all her various wishes.<br/><br/>A thought to her ill mother back home at Casterly Rock came to her before she entered the brothel. What would she think if she found out what her daughter was up to while filling her position as advisor in the counsil?<br/><br/>Lara shrugged it off. Nothing to be done about now. And endless joy awaited her behind that door."
3552,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=25,2014-11-26T19:43:00,Sebastianbourg,"<div align=""Center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Sebasion Iranassar</span></div><br/><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Red Keep, King's Landing</span></div><br/><br/>Sebasion Iranassar was sitting half-naked on his bed as if in a trance. It was surprising that after spending enormous amounts of money renovating the chamber he had been granted to reside in the Red Keep he chose to meditate instead of admiring the room's opulence at every moment. However, when he heard someone knocking on the door he hastily came back to this reality from the blankness of his previous thoughts.<br/>""Who is it?""<br/>""The Master of Laws, Cassana Baratheon.""<br/>""One moment.""<br/>With that Sebasion dashed toward the folded robe on a chair close to the bed's left side (the opposite side since he was on the right) and put it on without tying it leaving his muscular build exposed. Having done that he opened the door and let the Master of Laws of the Seven Kingdoms inside not knowing why she was there."
3553,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=25,2014-11-26T19:59:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>The door to the small council advisor's chamber was flung open and inside Casanna saw the Lysene man looking back at her with an extremely loose robe around his body. Cassana found herself blushing at the sight and forced herself to look at the floor so she wouldn't see him, and he wouldn't see her embarrassment. Casanna entered the room and opted to leave the kingsguard outside.<br/><br/>""My lord,"" she began, he wasn't a lord but it was good to show him respect. ""these are truly troublesome times; my cousin Eddard has recently risen to the throne and my other cousin Lyonel is now the king's hand yet I fear he loves me not."" Cassana said meekly, ""I know he will not do my any harm but my position on the council may be at risk. All I ask is that you would please help me my lord, that you would support me. I can make it very rewarding for you."" said Cassana finally looking up at the man and smiling.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Let him take that as he likes</span>."
3554,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=25,2014-11-26T20:24:00,Nuxipal,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Princess Baela Targaryen<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Red Keep, King's Landing</span></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2013/228/0/7/house_targaryen_sigil_by_clockhound-d6igay5.png""/></div><br/><br/>Following the Hand, Princess Baela speaks, ""I was hoping for Master of Laws, but if the rumors I heard on the way into the Keep there is already a Master of Laws. I will then take Master of Coin. I have experience in war logistics, so how much different could running the numbers for the kingdom of Westeros. Has the new Kings already filled the other spots on the council?"" She looked to the Velaryon boy, ""find the Maester and send a raven to your father to notify him that I will be sending him instructions as to what to do with Dragonstone in the future."" As she tells him this the young knight hurried off to carry out his cousin's orders."
3555,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=25,2014-11-26T20:32:00,Sebastianbourg,"<blockquote><div><cite>Woodstovia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22585072#p22585072"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>The door to the small council advisor's chamber was flung open and inside Casanna saw the Lysene man looking back at her with an extremely loose robe around his body. Cassana found herself blushing at the sight and forced herself to look at the floor so she wouldn't see him, and he wouldn't see her embarrassment. Casanna entered the room and opted to leave the kingsguard outside.<br/><br/>""My lord,"" she began, he wasn't a lord but it was good to show him respect. ""these are truly troublesome times; my cousin Eddard has recently risen to the throne and my other cousin Lyonel is now the king's hand yet I fear he loves me not."" Cassana said meekly, ""I know he will not do my any harm but my position on the council may be at risk. All I ask is that you would please help me my lord, that you would support me. I can make it very rewarding for you."" said Cassana finally looking up at the man and smiling. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Let him take that as he likes</span>.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Sebasion Iranassar</span><br/><br/>Sebasion Iranassar was laughing inside; he could see how embarrassed Casanna was at seeing him in his untied robe. He was attracted to her but in this case the pleasure did not come because of her beauty; instead, her scarlet-red face caused that pleasure. Furthermore, her submissiveness and meekness caused an even more pleasurable sensation to his cunning and cynical mind trained for years in the dark and unglamorous arts of poison-craft and commerce. ""Very well, I shall support you and you shall support me. We shall play this game together then."" Sebasion uttered to Casanna Baratheon's obvious delight ""We shall devout all our energy and power to our mutual survival in this rapidly-changing society and in this intrigue-filled court. In essence, we will be loyal allies to each other; as loyal a Westeros permits."" He knew that with this sudden outburst of supposed-honesty he could possibly gain a valuable ally, a Westerosi noble (in his native Lys he was a noble but here he was but a wealthy adviser to the Small Council) and a beautiful woman. Nonetheless, she didn't seem to be all that submissive and humble; her attitude could very well be a façade."
3556,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=25,2014-11-26T21:17:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Cassana clapped her hands together with glee at the man's words, she had been hesitant to visit him at first but it seemed to have been the right move. She had gained an ally, he might have been the weakest person on the small council but it was a start. Cassana leaned over and gave him a small kiss on the cheek, as a thank you before turning around and leaving the room.<br/><br/>There was a council meeting soon, Cassana reflected. Perhaps she should quickly think up a new law, or something to make it seem like she had been hard at work with her new position. But really as master of laws she didn't do much apart from oversee the gold cloaks and that was a hassle.<br/><br/>Her friend ser Edwyn was the new commander, and was all to happy to do whatever she asked him, with such loyalty that she had suspected he was a spy. Really he was just in love with her. Cassana had introduced a new policy for Flea Bottom, the Gold cloaks were now allowed to do whatever they pleased there and execute commoners without questioning. There were less crimes but the smallfolk was angry yet Edwyn took all the blame. She then introduced a series of purges to eliminate corruption and disloyal members of the Gold cloaks. Again her measures were successful, there was less corruption but the Gold cloaks didn't take too kindly to the purges and again Edwyn took the blame. It was shocking that he hadn't been assassinated now that she thought about it. At least she was now amazingly popular with the Gold cloaks who decided she was to blame for all their successes and Edwyn for all their troubles. Now they were whining that they needed more room in their barracks and more money to pay their men. Cassana would have to bring it before the council.<br/><br/>Cassana quickly made her way to the small council room, knowing full well that she was early but deciding that she liked the way it made her seem active in her role as master of laws. She took a seat next to the head of the table and waited on the others."
3557,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=25,2014-11-26T21:42:00,Toronina,"<div align=""Center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d1/House_Baratheon.PNG""/></div><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Lyonel Baratheon</span></div><br/><div align=""Center"">Inside of the Red Keep</div><br/><br/>""I would have recomended Master of Laws, but his grace his made a terrible mistake, and has apointed our younger cousin Cassana. She is ill suited to the job."" Lyonel kept on walking, soon arriving at the chamber, and entering. He walked inside and saw his cousin was already there. ""Cousin. Meet out new Master of Coin, Princess Baela Targaryen, of New Valyria."" He sat down, and waited for the others to arrive."
3558,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=25,2014-11-26T22:03:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Cassana stared almost open-mouthed as Lyonel announced that he had given some foreign princess the position of master of coin. Was Lyonel drunk, mad or was he just feeling stupider than usual? Cassana struggled to come up with a reason as to why Lyonel had given the position away to some foreigner who lacked any sort of loyalty to the king.<br/><br/>""It is nice to meet you, princess."" Cassana said, forcing herself to smile even though she was angry. She turned her head to look at Lyonel and gave him a look which simply asked ""why?"" though she would never say it. Cassana decided to try and brush off the issue and ask about the Gold cloak situation. ""Lyonel, I need to ask you something. Ser Edwyn says he needs more money for the Gold cloaks and either a new barracks to be built or the old barracks to be expanded. Would you be willing to help pay for that?"" Cassana adopted a meek tone of voice."
3559,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=25,2014-11-26T22:20:00,Nuxipal,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Princess Baela Targaryen<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Small Council Chambers, The Red Keep, King's Landing</span></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2013/228/0/7/house_targaryen_sigil_by_clockhound-d6igay5.png""/></div><br/><br/><br/>As they entered the Chambers she noticed a striking young woman already present. She was introduced as Cassana Baratheon""A pleasure to meet you Lady Cassana. I look forward to working with you on this council."" She took a seat across from Cassana, at the other hand of the head seat. As the beautiful woman began asking a question about new quarters for the Gold Cloaks Baela couldn't help but insert herself into the equation.<br/><br/>""Seeing as the Gold Cloaks are under the jurisdiction of the Master of Laws, I would assume it would come from your pocket if that is what you want them to have. Now, if the guard quarters were falling apart and unable to house the guard while on duty or during their break hours, then it would be up to this council as a whole and paid for by the crown. However, before I would release any gold to be sunk into expanding or building a new barracks I would require that my own guard, Darion, inspect the current quarters and determine its state of readiness and if it needs replacing or refurbishing. Considering that I have yet to look at the accounting books and the number of Westerosi ships burned in the Stepstones, I would predict that the crown is heavily in debt to the Lannisters, the Tyrells, and the Iron Bank of Braavos as well as several of the other Lords Paramount for various things. If this Kingdom is to continue to survive there will be changes to some lavish lifestyles, including the King. Otherwise, the Iron Bank will come knocking. They care more about punishing someone who is late on payments than they do about the payment itself. And I have seen what happened to the Archon of Lorath when he failed to make a payment on time. Lets just say the Iron Bank now owns a large fleet of fishing ships and the Archon is enjoying his retirement on Ibben.""<br/><br/>She looked at Cassana hoping she understood. The gold will flow where Baela directs it."
3560,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=25,2014-11-26T22:25:00,Sebastianbourg,"<div align=""Center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Sebasion Iranassar</span></div><br/><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Red Keep, King's Landing</span></div><br/><br/>As Cassana Baratheon kissed his cheek Sebasion couldn't avoid blushing. Nevertheless, she left hastily and he was left with ample time to prepare for the Small Council's meeting. At the moment the door closed, Sebasion put on his best robes, perfumed his hair and combed his hair. In less than fifteen minutes he was walking through the hallways of the Red Keep sensing for the first time that despite his immense wealth (possibly bigger than that of several notable Westerosi nobles) his scheme to gain control of Westeros would be extraordinarily difficult to achieve. For a moment he missed his native Lys. He missed the treatment he received as a noble-merchant. He remembered the wine and the fine tapestries and the pleasure-houses of his beloved home-town. Nevertheless, he was only nineteen-years-of-age and already sat in the Small Council; undoubtedly, greater things awaited.<br/><br/>He arrived at the Small Council's seat just in time to see Cassana Baratheon coldly greeting the new Master of Coin. Sebasion, kept a rigid, emotionless expression but in reality he was incredibly envious. How was it possible that a foreigner (he forgot he was a foreigner for a moment) with no experience whatsoever was appointed Master of Coin of the Seven Kingdoms when he was an incredibly-successful merchant and trader?"
3561,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=25,2014-11-26T22:35:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Cassana was slightly embarrassed by the young princess's knowledge, it seemed like she knew so much more than Cassana but Cassana wouldn't be outdone by some foreign bitch. She walked to where Lyonel was standing and placed a hand on his arm, staring up into his eyes.<br/><br/>""The problem isn't that the barracks are in a state of disrepair but that there is not enough room for the new recruits."" she explained. ""And besides the commoners are ours to command, we can seize materials from elsewhere and force them to build the barracks. They're little puppets dancing on our strings, the puppeteer doesn't pay his puppets after a show does he? We can just say that the king needs them to build the barracks, and so if they refuse they're going against the king and we can execute them! It's simple."""
3562,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=25,2014-11-26T23:11:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Woodstovia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22586676#p22586676"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Cassana stared almost open-mouthed as Lyonel announced that he had given some foreign princess the position of master of coin. Was Lyonel drunk, mad or was he just feeling stupider than usual? Cassana struggled to come up with a reason as to why Lyonel had given the position away to some foreigner who lacked any sort of loyalty to the king.<br/><br/>""It is nice to meet you, princess."" Cassana said, forcing herself to smile even though she was angry. She turned her head to look at Lyonel and gave him a look which simply asked ""why?"" though she would never say it. Cassana decided to try and brush off the issue and ask about the Gold cloak situation. ""Lyonel, I need to ask you something. Ser Edwyn says he needs more money for the Gold cloaks and either a new barracks to be built or the old barracks to be expanded. Would you be willing to help pay for that?"" Cassana adopted a meek tone of voice.</div></blockquote><br/><div align=""Center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d1/House_Baratheon.PNG""/></div><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Lyonel Baratheon</span></div><br/><div align=""Center"">Inside of the Red Keep</div><br/><br/>Lyonel stared at his cousin. ""These new laws you have put in place. I want them out. Cassana, Eddard is already having trouble with quite a few lords, the last thing we need is the Gold Cloaks abusing their powers. I want the laws out, Cassana."" Said Lyonel, obviously angry with her.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Nuxipal <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22586835#p22586835"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Princess Baela Targaryen<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Small Council Chambers, The Red Keep, King's Landing</span></span><br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2013/228/0/7/house_targaryen_sigil_by_clockhound-d6igay5.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div><br/><br/><br/>As they entered the Chambers she noticed a striking young woman already present. She was introduced as Cassana Baratheon""A pleasure to meet you Lady Cassana. I look forward to working with you on this council."" She took a seat across from Cassana, at the other hand of the head seat. As the beautiful woman began asking a question about new quarters for the Gold Cloaks Baela couldn't help but insert herself into the equation.<br/><br/>""Seeing as the Gold Cloaks are under the jurisdiction of the Master of Laws, I would assume it would come from your pocket if that is what you want them to have. Now, if the guard quarters were falling apart and unable to house the guard while on duty or during their break hours, then it would be up to this council as a whole and paid for by the crown. However, before I would release any gold to be sunk into expanding or building a new barracks I would require that my own guard, Darion, inspect the current quarters and determine its state of readiness and if it needs replacing or refurbishing. Considering that I have yet to look at the accounting books and the number of Westerosi ships burned in the Stepstones, I would predict that the crown is heavily in debt to the Lannisters, the Tyrells, and the Iron Bank of Braavos as well as several of the other Lords Paramount for various things. If this Kingdom is to continue to survive there will be changes to some lavish lifestyles, including the King. Otherwise, the Iron Bank will come knocking. They care more about punishing someone who is late on payments than they do about the payment itself. And I have seen what happened to the Archon of Lorath when he failed to make a payment on time. Lets just say the Iron Bank now owns a large fleet of fishing ships and the Archon is enjoying his retirement on Ibben.""<br/><br/>She looked at Cassana hoping she understood. The gold will flow where Baela directs it.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Lyonel looked over at the young Princess. ""You are a smart woman. I don't think the crown has been in this much debt since the reign of Robert I. We are in heavy debt, and Eddard whoring and drinking himself into an early grave is not helping out finances, at all. You will take care of the money princess, solve our debt, and you will be rewarded . Cassana, I do hope you don't mind removing the laws, but if you don't I will do it myself.""<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Sebastianbourg <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22586899#p22586899"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Sebasion Iranassar</span></div><br/><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Red Keep, King's Landing</span></div><br/><br/>As Cassana Baratheon kissed his cheek Sebasion couldn't avoid blushing. Nevertheless, she left hastily and he was left with ample time to prepare for the Small Council's meeting. At the moment the door closed, Sebasion put on his best robes, perfumed his hair and combed his hair. In less than fifteen minutes he was walking through the hallways of the Red Keep sensing for the first time that despite his immense wealth (possibly bigger than that of several notable Westerosi nobles) his scheme to gain control of Westeros would be extraordinarily difficult to achieve. For a moment he missed his native Lys. He missed the treatment he received as a noble-merchant. He remembered the wine and the fine tapestries and the pleasure-houses of his beloved home-town. Nevertheless, he was only nineteen-years-of-age and already sat in the Small Council; undoubtedly, greater things awaited.<br/><br/>He arrived at the Small Council's seat just in time to see Cassana Baratheon coldly greeting the new Master of Coin. Sebasion, kept a rigid, emotionless expression but in reality he was incredibly envious. How was it possible that a foreigner (he forgot he was a foreigner for a moment) with no experience whatsoever was appointed Master of Coin of the Seven Kingdoms when he was an incredibly-successful merchant and trader?</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Lyonel was soon interrupted by the young Lyseni. ""Ah, nice for you to finally join us. I want you to meet Princess Baela Targaryen. One of her relatives just happens to be Emperor Baelor of New Valyria. Now sit down, I am losing my paitence. On that matter, where is our second adviser, Lara Lannister? Have you seen her Sebasion?"" Lyonel asked, in no mood for interruptions. Lyonel hoped the perhaps, he might win both of the adviser's loyalty. He knew Eddard would go down easily enough, though not without difficulty, but Lyonel knew what Cassana was like. King Jaime had been a weak man in will, as had his eldest and youngest children, though Robert did love to fight. They had spoiled their children. Only Lyonel's father was sensible enough to raise his child right. The lords had loved to joke that it was Robert I, Stannis and Renly come again, though this time, the eldest was not the man who loved whores. Lyonel knew Cassana had been spoiled, and would raise her own claim. This was why he needed allies.<br/><br/>""Once our Lady of Lannister comes along, we can keep going, and discuss who is to fill the empty seats."""
3563,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=25,2014-11-26T23:28:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Cassana frowned at Lyonel's annoyance and walked back to her seat, as she sat down she begun to talk again. ""Ser Edwyn was in charge of putting those rules in place cousin and since then there has been noticeable decreases in corruption and crimes. I thought an efficient man like you would embrace these changes, instead of shunning them. I doubt many lords will care about my Gold cloaks but I'll get rid of those rules if you command it."" Cassana spoke humbly, she was in no position to defy Lyonel even though she wished that she could. ""I also should tell you that I've raised ser Orton to King's Justice."" she didn't know if he would remember ser Orton or not. He was a handsome boy, of an age with Cassana who played with her while growing up. He had been her friend almost all her life."
3564,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=25,2014-11-27T00:24:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Woodstovia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22587471#p22587471"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Cassana frowned at Lyonel's annoyance and walked back to her seat, as she sat down she begun to talk again. ""Ser Edwyn was in charge of putting those rules in place cousin and since then there has been noticeable decreases in corruption and crimes. I thought an efficient man like you would embrace these changes, instead of shunning them. I doubt many lords will care about my Gold cloaks but I'll get rid of those rules if you command it."" Cassana spoke humbly, she was in no position to defy Lyonel even though she wished that she could. ""I also should tell you that I've raised ser Orton to King's Justice."" she didn't know if he would remember ser Orton or not. He was a handsome boy, of an age with Cassana who played with her while growing up. He had been her friend almost all her life.</div></blockquote><br/>""I will speak with Ser Edwyn personally cousin, and make sure he understands. Records of corruption and crime by the gold cloaks themselves seem to have gone missing from the record the last time the City Watch was granted such a power. I do find some lords may like the changes, but from what I have seem in history, many don't. The City Watch will have the power to arrest people as long as there is one piece of evidence. But they are not to be executed right off the bat. And I do remember Ser Orton, he will do well as the King's Justice, I am sure."""
3565,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=25,2014-11-27T01:05:00,Alderann,"KINGS ROAD<br/><br/>Lord William Ironstone continue his ride to Kingslanding with a company of 50 Knights. Lord Ironstone had been riding for 5 days from the Vale to reach Kingslanding.<br/><br/>A storm had come in from the sea pouring rain down on the Lord and his men. Thunder and lighting was the only company that the young Lord and his men had. It was a late hour of the night and no one else was traveling on the kings road at this hour.<br/><br/>The young Lord wished to speak with Lord Lyonel Baratheon, his father and Lord Lyonel had been the best of friends before Williams father had passed. The young Lord had heard of the growing danger in Kings landing and he wished to offer his services to Lord Lyonel.<br/><br/>Finally the glow of kings landing could be seen in the dark of the night. Riding through the gate and into kings landing the first order of buisness was to find lodging, Lord Lyonel would probably hear of the young lords arrival by morning."
3566,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=25,2014-11-27T06:45:00,Blobovia,"<span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lady Lara Lannister</span></span><br/><br/>She entered the Council chamber, dressed in a crimson tunic with a golden lion embroidered on the chest. Her fair hair was tied into a ponytail, and she wore black breeches and riding boots. It was practical and elegant, although it didn't carry the same flair as the classic court dress. Lara nevertheless still preferred this style of clothing, as she wasn't too fond of empty feminine gestures. All other council members had already assembled, and was in the middle of discussions.<br/><br/>""Lord Hand, fellow council members, I apoligize for my late arrival,"", she said as she sat down. She felt a little awkward for being late, especially due to the reason, but she didn't show it. She was a Lannister, and had to behave like one. Besides, the crown had depts to her house, and was in no position to make her crawl like a maggot before them.<br/><br/>""So, what are we discussing?"" she asked and looked at the others. Some new faces. Targaryens, judging by the look. Her eyes fell at princess Baela. ""And who might you be, My Lady?"" Lara asked, smiling. The young woman was indeed very beautiful."
3567,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=25,2014-11-27T08:22:00,Nuxipal,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Princess Baela Targaryen<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Red Keep, King's Landing</span></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2013/228/0/7/house_targaryen_sigil_by_clockhound-d6igay5.png""/></div><br/><br/>As the two Baratheons discussed things between themselves and the Lysene arrived Baela was thinking about what the Hand had said.[i]If the Kingdom is that far into debt, maybe the King is right in stopping the Colonization of far away continents. I will have to see the books and determine what kind of damage those projects are having on the Kingdom's coffers. Just then the other Council Advisor arrived, immediately she was pegged as a Lannister even before she spoke. She then asked Baela her name and Baela obliged, ""I am Princess Baela Targaryen, Niece to the Emperor Baelor of Valyria. I could presume you are of House Lannister? Please take a seat near me. It seems that I will be needing to discuss matters with you if we are to keep this Kingdom of yours from going belly up.""<br/><br/>Baela motions to the chair before turning back to Lyonel, ""Whenever this session is ended, I will need the Master of Coin books. I will have to work through them tonight for tomorrow's session. I need to see what extravagances are being paid for by the crown and what to cut so that no more coin is borrowed from the Iron Bank. At the very worst I can fly to Braavos and renegotiate the loan arrangement if it is too harsh."""
3568,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=25,2014-11-27T10:46:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>""The status of the Gold cloaks,"" Cassana said bored. She had noticed that it seemed like the princess and Lyonel had ignored her comments on the status of the smallfolk. She didn't like the idea of Lyonel having a ""talk"" with Edwyn. Maybe she needed to buy him some protection. ""but the lord hand said that as soon as you arrived we'd talk about the vacant council seats."" Maybe she could get the Lynese boy a seat. ""I think lord Iranassar would be a good fit for master of ships."""
3569,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=25,2014-11-27T11:26:00,Blobovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Lady Lara Lannister</span></span><br/><br/>Lara switched seat to a vacant chair beside Baela. ""Thank you. Nice to meet you, princess. I'm lady Lara Lannister, as you might have guessed. These clothes sure are a dead giveaway."" She pointed at the golden lion on her breast and laughed.""I'm certain we can find an agreement regarding the payment.""<br/><br/>Lara then listened to Cassana's suggestion. It was a thinly disguised attempt to change the subject from the City Watch, a discussion she obviously had missed, but it was still a valid topic to take into consideration. She decided to take it upon herself to ask her the mandatory formal question.<br/><br/>""And on what grounds do you base your nomination?"""
3570,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=25,2014-11-27T11:35:00,Nuxipal,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Princess Baela Targaryen<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Red Keep, King's Landing</span></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2013/228/0/7/house_targaryen_sigil_by_clockhound-d6igay5.png""/></div><br/><br/><br/>""Similarly to Lady Lara here, why would Lord Iranassar be a good choice? I was going to nominate Lord Velaryon, my mother's own brother. His family has traditionally held the title of Master of Ships since they are located conveniently close to Blackwater Bay and already have large shipyards of their own on Driftmark. All Velaryons who have served as Master of Ships did so admirably. I have never heard of an Iranassar as master of ships, his family has served well enough in Lys, but I haven't heard of any of them being permitted within the Black Wall to serve the Emperor.""<br/><br/>She looked at Iranassar thinking,<span style=""font-style: italic"">What would make this man come to Westeros to start with? I will have to find out after this meeting is over.</span>"
3571,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=25,2014-11-27T11:46:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Cassana felt slightly angered that they would question her appointments but not Lyonel's. Surely the master of laws was the second most important member behind the hand of the king? She listened as the princess began to try and fill the council with her own men, silently growing more annoyed by the second.<br/><br/>""Ships and the sea has been lord Iranassar's entire life since he was a boy, I'm sure you all know that his family is well experienced on the waves and have been trading since the beginning of time. He himself has also traveled the world on his ship"" Cassana knew little about Iranassar in truth but used what she did know to her advantage. ""He's young and energetic and brave and a breath of fresh air in this court. He also combines knowledge of east and west and I'm sure he has connections with your own family princess."""
3572,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=25,2014-11-27T12:09:00,Blobovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Ser Aedulf Branting</span></span><br/><br/>After the second night his back felt better. It had simply been a matter of getting used to sleep outside again. He broke fast with some hard bread and smoked squirrel meat.<br/><br/>The sun was already up. It was high time to keep going. He saddled his horse and packed down the little he had in his camp, which wasn't much. Aedulf truly was a poor hedgeknight.<br/><br/>He sat up on his horse and headed for the Kingsroad again. It was still quite a long way to King's Landing, and he would have plenty of time to think while on the way.<br/><br/>From what he heard, the new king wasn't very liked by the people, but for Aedulf that could be a thing. In turbulent times all noble houses wanted to secure their power, and so they hired more armed men. Hopefully war wouldn't break out, but the relative unrest would remain on a moderate level, just enough for Aedulf to not go without work. While he was a warrior, he disliked war, and had done so every day since the bandits had come to his village while he was still a boy. But as a knight you were supposed to protect the weak and the poor, and Aedulf hoped he could do that with his occupation. Other knights weren't always so honourable, but on the flipside he had meet many common sellswords who were. His father was one example.<br/><br/>Depressing thoughts. Shame on such a fine day. Aedulf tried to listen to the birdsong, but eventually fell back into melancholy."
3573,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=25,2014-11-27T12:26:00,Blobovia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Woodstovia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22592103#p22592103"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Cassana felt slightly angered that they would question her appointments but not Lyonel's. Surely the master of laws was the second most important member behind the hand of the king? She listened as the princess began to try and fill the council with her own men, silently growing more annoyed by the second.<br/><br/>""Ships and the sea has been lord Iranassar's entire life since he was a boy, I'm sure you all know that his family is well experienced on the waves and have been trading since the beginning of time. He himself has also traveled the world on his ship"" Cassana knew little about Iranassar in truth but used what she did know to her advantage. ""He's young and energetic and brave and a breath of fresh air in this court. He also combines knowledge of east and west and I'm sure he has connections with your own family princess.""</div></blockquote><br/>""He's young, for sure. Sometimes I feel like a veteran here in the council, with my 23 years"", Lara remarked sarcastically, in typical Lannister manner.<br/><br/>""But aren't we forgetting the main person here?"" she said and turned to Sebasion. ""Lord Iranassar, what do you have to say about this?""<br/><br/>What was the Lysene's part in this? Was it actually his idea, or did the Baratheon girl act on her own?"
3574,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=25,2014-11-27T12:47:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Blobovia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22589753#p22589753"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lady Lara Lannister</span></span><br/><br/>She entered the Council chamber, dressed in a crimson tunic with a golden lion embroidered on the chest. Her fair hair was tied into a ponytail, and she wore black breeches and riding boots. It was practical and elegant, although it didn't carry the same flair as the classic court dress. Lara nevertheless still preferred this style of clothing, as she wasn't too fond of empty feminine gestures. All other council members had already assembled, and was in the middle of discussions. <br/><br/>""Lord Hand, fellow council members, I apoligize for my late arrival,"", she said as she sat down. She felt a little awkward for being late, especially due to the reason, but she didn't show it. She was a Lannister, and had to behave like one. Besides, the crown had depts to her house, and was in no position to make her crawl like a maggot before them. <br/><br/>""So, what are we discussing?"" she asked and looked at the others. Some new faces. Targaryens, judging by the look. Her eyes fell at princess Baela. ""And who might you be, My Lady?"" Lara asked, smiling. The young woman was indeed very beautiful.</div></blockquote><br/><div align=""Center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d1/House_Baratheon.PNG""/></div><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Lyonel Baratheon</span></div><br/><div align=""Center"">Inside of the Red Keep</div><br/><br/>Lyonel looked to see who had interrupted the session this time. ""Lady Lara, how nice of you to finally join us. We are currently talking about who will fill the empty seats on the Small Council.""<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Nuxipal <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22590184#p22590184"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Princess Baela Targaryen<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Red Keep, King's Landing</span></span><br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2013/228/0/7/house_targaryen_sigil_by_clockhound-d6igay5.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div><br/><br/>As the two Baratheons discussed things between themselves and the Lysene arrived Baela was thinking about what the Hand had said.<span style=""font-style: italic"">If the Kingdom is that far into debt, maybe the King is right in stopping the Colonization of far away continents. I will have to see the books and determine what kind of damage those projects are having on the Kingdom's coffers. Just then the other Council Advisor arrived, immediately she was pegged as a Lannister even before she spoke. She then asked Baela her name and Baela obliged, ""I am Princess Baela Targaryen, Niece to the Emperor Baelor of Valyria. I could presume you are of House Lannister? Please take a seat near me. It seems that I will be needing to discuss matters with you if we are to keep this Kingdom of yours from going belly up.""<br/><br/>Baela motions to the chair before turning back to Lyonel, ""Whenever this session is ended, I will need the Master of Coin books. I will have to work through them tonight for tomorrow's session. I need to see what extravagances are being paid for by the crown and what to cut so that no more coin is borrowed from the Iron Bank. At the very worst I can fly to Braavos and renegotiate the loan arrangement if it is too harsh.""</span></div></blockquote><br/><br/>Lyonel walked outside and ordered a nearby servant to fetch the books for the new Master of Coin. ""I thank you princess. Cut anything you find is unneeded, unwanted, or just plain silly."" He said to the princess as he walked back inside.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Woodstovia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22591363#p22591363"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>""The status of the Gold cloaks,"" Cassana said bored. She had noticed that it seemed like the princess and Lyonel had ignored her comments on the status of the smallfolk. She didn't like the idea of Lyonel having a ""talk"" with Edwyn. Maybe she needed to buy him some protection. ""but the lord hand said that as soon as you arrived we'd talk about the vacant council seats."" Maybe she could get the Lynese boy a seat. ""I think lord Iranassar would be a good fit for master of ships.""</div></blockquote>""Yes, the gold cloaks as well. I am sure Baela will divert some money to you cousin in order to fix up their quarters. On the matter of Master of Ships, has the young boy ever operated or been on a War ship?<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Nuxipal <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22591951#p22591951"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Princess Baela Targaryen<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Red Keep, King's Landing</span></span><br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2013/228/0/7/house_targaryen_sigil_by_clockhound-d6igay5.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div><br/><br/><br/>""Similarly to Lady Lara here, why would Lord Iranassar be a good choice? I was going to nominate Lord Velaryon, my mother's own brother. His family has traditionally held the title of Master of Ships since they are located conveniently close to Blackwater Bay and already have large shipyards of their own on Driftmark. All Velaryons who have served as Master of Ships did so admirably. I have never heard of an Iranassar as master of ships, his family has served well enough in Lys, but I haven't heard of any of them being permitted within the Black Wall to serve the Emperor.""<br/><br/>She looked at Iranassar thinking, [i]What would make this man come to Westeros to start with? I will have to find out after this meeting is over.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Lyonel looked at Baela. ""I quite agree. The lords Velayron, Harlaw and Redwyne, are all good candidates for the spot. All three from what I have heard are expert captains on their ships."" Said Lyonel, wanting to finish the meeting as soon as possible.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Woodstovia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22592103#p22592103"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Cassana felt slightly angered that they would question her appointments but not Lyonel's. Surely the master of laws was the second most important member behind the hand of the king? She listened as the princess began to try and fill the council with her own men, silently growing more annoyed by the second.<br/><br/>""Ships and the sea has been lord Iranassar's entire life since he was a boy, I'm sure you all know that his family is well experienced on the waves and have been trading since the beginning of time. He himself has also traveled the world on his ship"" Cassana knew little about Iranassar in truth but used what she did know to her advantage. ""He's young and energetic and brave and a breath of fresh air in this court. He also combines knowledge of east and west and I'm sure he has connections with your own family princess.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Lyonel stared at Cassana. ""The boy has spent his life on a merchant galley. Lord Velayron has spent his life on a War ship. Perhaps when the boy is older and has more experience, he will be a good pick. But until then, either Lord Velayron, Harlaw or Redwyne will fill the spot."" Lyonel suspected to new Grand Maester had fallen asleep on the job.<br/><br/>Lyonel was starting to get sick of Cassana. He was half a heartbeat away from taking her off the council, though Eddard would just reinstate her. ""We still have 3 spots left. The Kingsguard will chose their Lord Commander, but we must fill the spot of the Master of Whisperer and the one adviser spot left. Any ideas?'"""
3575,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=50,2014-11-27T14:03:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Cassana sat, silently fuming at Lyonel. She was sure now that he was just doing this all to spite her, it didn't matter if she picked the greatest beings on the world, Lyonel would find some reason to reject them. He then asked for more ideas on who should fill the empty council seats.<br/><br/>""Several but I doubt you'd agree with them lord hand."" Cassana almost asked for permission to be dismissed from the meeting there and then, it was pointless even staying in it but leaving would make her look bad and she needed to know who was selected to be on the council."
3576,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=50,2014-11-27T14:39:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Woodstovia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22593540#p22593540"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Cassana sat, silently fuming at Lyonel. She was sure now that he was just doing this all to spite her, it didn't matter if she picked the greatest beings on the world, Lyonel would find some reason to reject them. He then asked for more ideas on who should fill the empty council seats.<br/><br/>""Several but I doubt you'd agree with them lord hand."" Cassana almost asked for permission to be dismissed from the meeting there and then, it was pointless even staying in it but leaving would make her look bad and she needed to know who was selected to be on the council.</div></blockquote><br/><div align=""Center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d1/House_Baratheon.PNG""/></div><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Lyonel Baratheon</span></div><br/><div align=""Center"">Inside of the Red Keep</div><br/><br/>Lyonel had no doubt Cassana wanted to place her own men on the council, ones that were loyal to her. ""Name them dear cousin, and we shall see if they are worthy of the job."" Of the people were good enough, Lyonel would place them, but make them his. ""Well now, we best finish up the meeting. I best have a nice long talk with our commander of the City Watch"" Said Lyonel. The man was corrupt, and was on Cassana's payroll to be sure. Perhaps the young guard accompanying the princess would do better."
3577,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=50,2014-11-27T17:27:00,The corporate states of Astavar,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">off the coast of a Summer isles RECAP</span><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://media.web.britannica.com/eb-media/62/75562-004-BDFFF5D2.jpg""/></div></div></div><br/>Jorek could see land there was palm trees and big sand beach. This was the Summer islands it was only 2 weeks since Jorek and his Reavers embarked from the stony coast of his Iron island village, it had been a long journey but with 60 fresh Reavers on his side Jorek was going to make his mark on this world and the consequences be damned. He only had a couple of months to Raid and collect loot then he was going back home where he had told the Older reavers that they were to spread the word to other villages of when he would return and if they had ships and axes waiting he would take them with him and make them all rich, for there is no greater honor then paying the iron Price.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">half a day later PLANNING</span><br/><br/>Jorek was awoken from his slumber at the oars, Captain! There is a village I don't think they have spotted us yet, Jorek jumped from his slumber at the news Quick take us around that big outcropping over there before they see us!<br/>Disembark! Shouted Jorek the Reavers had beached the Longboat and were Checking their Equipment Grinding their axes one last time before inevitable battle, Now remember I don't want a man, woman or child left standing we can't take Thralls this early it would only slow us down. I don't expect much resistance from what Olaf told me they seem to be mostly fishermen with some wooden spears, here's the plan we will split up into three groups 20 per group Olaf, Ragnar and me will be coordinating the assault understood? Everyone reponded with a quick nood came from the warband. Jorek started to draw in the sand Olaf you will attack from the north west I will attack directly north and You Ragnar you will wait 1 minute after we assault the village the women and children will see the west as their escape so they will start running in your direction in a desperate attempt to escape us you will when you are ready, charge forward cutting them down and remember no prisoners, okay here we go.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">half an hour later BATTLE</span><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://bulk2.destructoid.com/ul/226209-vikings.jpg""/></div></div></div><br/><br/>the plan had gone according to plan so far everyone seemed to be in position.<br/>Jorek pulled out his Fathers Battle Horn and took a deep breath and blowed a deep dark sound came rushing forward like a wave the villagers froze in position listening. Then we Charged from the underbrush confusion spread among the villagers the younger men tried to counter charge us while the women and children made a run for it to the west... The males succeed in buying the Females and children time but to the west Ragnar following the plan to perfection Charged the now exposed Villagers they were cut down like flies not a woman or child was left standing showering the sand red with blood. In the real battle to the north, the males were putting on a subborn defense but we used our shieldwall this make it almost impossible for their wooden spears to hit anything but our mail and our shields so we were slowly grinding them down to a Nub.<br/>Ragnar now finished with the other Villagers so he turned his attention to the backs of the males. He Charging them from behind almost killed all of them in an instant the battle was now over. Some stragglers tried to Swim for it but our bowmen picked them off one by one. We fortunately had not lost a single man in the engagement Olaf had been hit on the head from a giant of a man wielding a giant wooden club but he would survive there were some cuts and bruises but nothing severe it was obvious that these weren't soldiers.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">AFTER BATTLE REPORT</span><br/><br/>after the battle Jorek assigned 5 men to head collection duty 10 men to bring the longboat to this shore and the rest to search the huts for loot.<br/>There were a couple of stragglers in the huts but only old men and women that couldn't flee with the others they were dispatched quickly enough. The head collectors had some trouble with the bodies in the water<br/>so we had quite a good laugh about it.<br/>Ragnar what is the head count? 46 grown males 50 women 15 children a total of 111 heads captain. Ah good have the collectors throw the children's heads into the water to honor the drowned god for this victory and mount 4 female and 6 male heads around the village also have all the corpses stacked in the middle of the village Ragnar bowed and hurried of to dispatch the order.<br/>Olaf what is our loot looking like? Well we have a golden statue of some fertility goddess I think, 5 gold coins 60 silver coins 200 copper coins and 2 barrels of fish 1 barrel of salt various leather clothing.<br/>Ouch my head I got a bad fucking headache after that blow to the head fucking bastard anyways 5 liters of Wine tastes like shit I prefer mead but it does the trick and that seems to be it oh and before I forget a bow made from Golden wood we found it in the hut of what seemed like the chieftain the old bastard tried to shoot it but he was too weak to pull back the string ""chuckles"" Thank you Oleg now go rest you've earned it.<br/><br/>OOC: a visual representaion of the battle<a class=""postlink"" href=""https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0d89dukOyKc"" rel=""nofollow"">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0d89dukOyKc</a>"
3578,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=50,2014-11-27T18:35:00,Sebastianbourg,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Sebasion Iranassar</span><br/><br/>Lady Lara Lannister said, ""But aren't we forgetting the main person here?"" she said and turned to Sebasion. ""Lord Iranassar, what do you have to say about this?""<br/>Sebasion remained quiet for about five seconds until he opened his mouth and in a mildly-arrogant tone said, ""What do I have to say? Well, I have been a merchant and a trader for all my years. I descend from noble mariners and merchants; originally Valyrian now from Lys. I am certain I would uncover any irregularities and could employ my contacts in all the Free Cities to conduct trade effectively. In any case, the decision is up to the more-senior members of this council; if you decide however, to appoint me I'd be thrilled."""
3579,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=50,2014-11-27T19:31:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Sebastianbourg <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22596387#p22596387"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Sebasion Iranassar</span><br/><br/>Lady Lara Lannister said, ""But aren't we forgetting the main person here?"" she said and turned to Sebasion. ""Lord Iranassar, what do you have to say about this?"" <br/>Sebasion remained quiet for about five seconds until he opened his mouth and in a mildly-arrogant tone said, ""What do I have to say? Well, I have been a merchant and a trader for all my years. I descend from noble mariners and merchants; originally Valyrian now from Lys. I am certain I would uncover any irregularities and could employ my contacts in all the Free Cities to conduct trade effectively. In any case, the decision is up to the more-senior members of this council; if you decide however, to appoint me I'd be thrilled.""</div></blockquote><br/><div align=""Center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d1/House_Baratheon.PNG""/></div><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Lyonel Baratheon</span></div><br/><div align=""Center"">Inside of the Red Keep</div><br/><br/>""In my opinion, maybe when you are older you could be a contender, but I would prefer someone who has much more experience. The Lords Greyjoy, Redwyne and Velayron all hold considerable military power, and their ancestors have lived and died on ships for centuries now."" Lyonel had no doubt when the boy was older, he would be a contender, but he was to young for the moment."
3580,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=50,2014-11-27T19:43:00,Nuxipal,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Princess Baela Targaryen<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Red Keep, King's Landing</span></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2013/228/0/7/house_targaryen_sigil_by_clockhound-d6igay5.png""/></div><br/><br/>Listening intently to the conversations Baela notices the servants return with the Master of Coin books. She quietly thanks them and returns her attention to the meeting. They were discussing both the position of Master of Whispers. She thumbs through one of the books looking at the recent expenses. She sees the vast fortune spent on colonization and other exploratory measures. She put the books down, she knew what she had to do there. There was other work here. ""As for the Master of Whispers, I do not know of anyone who would be suited that is not already in the employ of my Uncle. Perhaps, if Iranassar wished it, he could have this position. He does have contacts in every port due to his family's merchant background and I am sure that if he and myself were to work closely together, we could put together a large information network within a few months across all of Westeros. After all, one of the greatest Master of Whispers this Kingdom has ever had was brought to court from Lys.""<br/><br/>She looked at Sebasion and gave him a quick smile. Either position he received, he would need the coin from the crown to aid him. Unless of course he wished to dip into his own personal coffers to pay for the spies and informants that his position required."
3581,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=50,2014-11-27T21:09:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nuxipal <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22597080#p22597080"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Princess Baela Targaryen<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Red Keep, King's Landing</span></span><br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2013/228/0/7/house_targaryen_sigil_by_clockhound-d6igay5.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div><br/><br/>Listening intently to the conversations Baela notices the servants return with the Master of Coin books. She quietly thanks them and returns her attention to the meeting. They were discussing both the position of Master of Whispers. She thumbs through one of the books looking at the recent expenses. She sees the vast fortune spent on colonization and other exploratory measures. She put the books down, she knew what she had to do there. There was other work here. ""As for the Master of Whispers, I do not know of anyone who would be suited that is not already in the employ of my Uncle. Perhaps, if Iranassar wished it, he could have this position. He does have contacts in every port due to his family's merchant background and I am sure that if he and myself were to work closely together, we could put together a large information network within a few months across all of Westeros. After all, one of the greatest Master of Whispers this Kingdom has ever had was brought to court from Lys.""<br/><br/>She looked at Sebasion and gave him a quick smile. Either position he received, he would need the coin from the crown to aid him. Unless of course he wished to dip into his own personal coffers to pay for the spies and informants that his position required.</div></blockquote><br/><div align=""Center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d1/House_Baratheon.PNG""/></div><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Lyonel Baratheon</span></div><br/><div align=""Center"">Inside of the Red Keep</div><br/><br/>Lyonel heard what Baela had said. He nodded. ""That is a good idea. Young Iranassar, how would you like to be Master of Whisperers?"""
3582,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=50,2014-11-27T21:49:00,Alderann,"KINGS LANDING,<br/><br/>Lord William Ironstone awoke to the sound of knocking on his chamber door. It was one of his Knights that had accompanied him on his journey to Kingslanding from the Vale.<br/><br/>"" milord sorry to wake you but you said you wanted to wake with first light.""<br/><br/>Lord William Ironstone stretched a little bit and have a yawn.<br/>"" thank you for waking me, ensure that the men get plenty to eat.""<br/><br/>Lord William took his time getting ready, washing up and dressing in silk robes and a black and orange cloak, which was the colors of House Ironstone.<br/><br/>It wasn't until afternoon before Lord William was ready. Gathering his Knights In front of the Tavern where they where staying. They started walking through kings landing, making their way up to the red keep.<br/><br/>One of his Knights spoke up.<br/>"" milord pardon me but what makes you think that Lord Lyonel will see us?""<br/><br/>Lord William answered the knight.<br/>"" for two reasons, first Lord Lyonel and my father was the best of friends. And the second even tho I am not Lord paramount of the Vale I command the respect of one. Everyone knows that if I commanded then the armies of the Vale would rise up for me. Lord Royce stays in power because I allow him to.""<br/><br/>the knight acknowledge what his Lord said. Finally arriving at the red keep Lord William announced who he was and what his intentions was to the guards.<br/><br/>The guards escorted Lord William to the council chambers. Knocking on the door the guard announced to the council who it was.<br/><br/>Lord William walked in.<br/>"" Lord Lyonel it is a pleasure to see your again."""
3583,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=50,2014-11-27T22:08:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Alderann <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22598306#p22598306"">wrote</a>:</cite>KINGS LANDING,<br/><br/> Lord William Ironstone awoke to the sound of knocking on his chamber door. It was one of his Knights that had accompanied him on his journey to Kingslanding from the Vale.<br/><br/> "" milord sorry to wake you but you said you wanted to wake with first light.""<br/><br/>Lord William Ironstone stretched a little bit and have a yawn.<br/>"" thank you for waking me, ensure that the men get plenty to eat.""<br/><br/> Lord William took his time getting ready, washing up and dressing in silk robes and a black and orange cloak, which was the colors of House Ironstone.<br/><br/> It wasn't until afternoon before Lord William was ready. Gathering his Knights In front of the Tavern where they where staying. They started walking through kings landing, making their way up to the red keep.<br/><br/> One of his Knights spoke up.<br/> "" milord pardon me but what makes you think that Lord Lyonel will see us?""<br/><br/> Lord William answered the knight.<br/> "" for two reasons, first Lord Lyonel and my father was the best of friends. And the second even tho I am not Lord paramount of the Vale I command the respect of one. Everyone knows that if I commanded then the armies of the Vale would rise up for me. Lord Royce stays in power because I allow him to.""<br/><br/> the knight acknowledge what his Lord said. Finally arriving at the red keep Lord William announced who he was and what his intentions was to the guards. <br/><br/> The guards escorted Lord William to the council chambers. Knocking on the door the guard announced to the council who it was.<br/><br/> Lord William walked in.<br/> "" Lord Lyonel it is a pleasure to see your again.""</div></blockquote><br/><div align=""Center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d1/House_Baratheon.PNG""/></div><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Lyonel Baratheon</span></div><br/><div align=""Center"">Inside of the Red Keep</div><br/><br/>Lyonel looked to see who had interrupted him. The man looked familiar, but he was no member of the Small Council. ""Begone. I do not recall who you are, but a small council meeting is taking place, and only members of the small council may enter this room while a meeting is taking place."" He ordered the guard to take them to his chambers to await him."
3584,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=50,2014-11-27T22:24:00,Alderann,"RED KEEP, KINGS LANDING<br/><br/>Lord William was upset at Lord Lyonel's attitude.<br/>"" Lord Lyonel you may not remember me because I was a boy when I last saw you. But my father the late Eddard Ironstone you should remember. Now you can listen to me for out of respect for what my father was to you or I will simply return to the Vale and take what is mine."""
3585,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=50,2014-11-27T23:03:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Alderann <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22598739#p22598739"">wrote</a>:</cite>RED KEEP, KINGS LANDING<br/><br/> Lord William was upset at Lord Lyonel's attitude. <br/> "" Lord Lyonel you may not remember me because I was a boy when I last saw you. But my father the late Eddard Ironstone you should remember. Now you can listen to me for out of respect for what my father was to you or I will simply return to the Vale and take what is mine.""</div></blockquote><br/><div align=""Center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d1/House_Baratheon.PNG""/></div><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Lyonel Baratheon</span></div><br/><div align=""Center"">Inside of the Red Keep</div><br/><br/>Lyonel angrily walked out and slapped the man across the face. ""I remember who you are now, and you father would have more respect. And what do you mean by what is yours? The Vale is under the control of House Royce, who have given no reason for the crown to be angry with them. Your father most not have taught you any respect. You will refer to me as my lord Hand, as is custom. I don't know what you are on about taking what is yours, but if you mean the vale, you will make me very angry."" Lyonel was furious with the man. Who did he think he was? ""I am in a meeting with the small council, and you will wait by my chambers in the Tower, or I will have my men forcefully place you up there."""
3586,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=50,2014-11-27T23:19:00,Alderann,"RED KEEP, KINGS LANDING<br/><br/>Lord William was furious with the treatment that he was receiving from everybody at court, but a fight here would be suicide and William was far too clever for that.<br/><br/>Taking a bow and standing back up.<br/><br/>"" Lord Hand I apologize, and I assure there is no need for force here. I will see my exit from kings landing before nightfall milord.""<br/><br/>saying all with a smirk on his face, he backed out of the council chamber and proceeded to walk out of the red keep."
3587,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=50,2014-11-27T23:21:00,Sebastianbourg,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nuxipal <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22597080#p22597080"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Princess Baela Targaryen</span></div><br/><br/>Listening intently to the conversations Baela notices the servants return with the Master of Coin books. She quietly thanks them and returns her attention to the meeting. They were discussing both the position of Master of Whispers. She thumbs through one of the books looking at the recent expenses. She sees the vast fortune spent on colonization and other exploratory measures. She put the books down, she knew what she had to do there. There was other work here. ""As for the Master of Whispers, I do not know of anyone who would be suited that is not already in the employ of my Uncle. Perhaps, if Iranassar wished it, he could have this position. He does have contacts in every port due to his family's merchant background and I am sure that if he and myself were to work closely together, we could put together a large information network within a few months across all of Westeros. After all, one of the greatest Master of Whispers this Kingdom has ever had was brought to court from Lys.""<br/><br/>She looked at Sebasion and gave him a quick smile. Either position he received, he would need the coin from the crown to aid him. Unless of course he wished to dip into his own personal coffers to pay for the spies and informants that his position required.</div></blockquote><br/>Sebasion Iranassar saw the Targaryen Princess's smile and instantly knew what she was thinking. There was a bit of an awkward silence in the Small Council's debating chamber until 'Lord' Iranassar broke the silence by saying in a tone he was sure she would understand as the acceptance of the office (or at least the candidacy), ""Princess Baela, but you must know someone not currently employed capable of fulfilling the duties of the Master of Laws. It is hard to believe such a well-connected person as you does not know of any man or woman in Essos or Westeros who fits the criteria."""
3588,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=50,2014-11-27T23:31:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Alderann <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22599180#p22599180"">wrote</a>:</cite>RED KEEP, KINGS LANDING<br/><br/> Lord William was furious with the treatment that he was receiving from everybody at court, but a fight here would be suicide and William was far too clever for that.<br/><br/> Taking a bow and standing back up.<br/><br/> "" Lord Hand I apologize, and I assure there is no need for force here. I will see my exit from kings landing before nightfall milord.""<br/><br/> saying all with a smirk on his face, he backed out of the council chamber and proceeded to walk out of the red keep.</div></blockquote><br/><div align=""Center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d1/House_Baratheon.PNG""/></div><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Lyonel Baratheon</span></div><br/><div align=""Center"">Inside of the Red Keep</div><br/><br/>Lyonel saw the smirk on the man's face, and whispered to one of his guards. The guard grabbed Lord William by his clothes. ""I said wait. I will not let you disrupt the peace, and get yourself killed."" He had the guard bring the man over to him. ""Do you expect The Vale to rise for you Lord Ironstone? Even if half of them did, you would soon find a larger army bearing down on you. You will not disrupt the peace, the council has worked so hard to maintain."" The guard let go of Lord William. ""Now, you will head up to my chambers and wait for me, do you understand? The council is discussing important business that needs to be resolved. Now I will say it again. You will head to my chambers where we can talk in peace, or I will have my guards drag you there."" Lyonel was in no mood to be playing games, and looked at the man with a cold hard angry stare."
3589,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=50,2014-11-28T01:31:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>""Just take the position."" Cassana said, smiling at the boy in a way which would suggest that she was saying it jokingly. She had worked hard to try and get him one position, now another was being offered to him on a silver platter and he was close to refusing it. Cassana watched the situation with Lord Ironstone, silently thinking to herself about how handsome he was and when he left she jokingly said ""How about we give him the adviser seat lord hand?"""
3590,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=50,2014-11-28T02:01:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Woodstovia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22599876#p22599876"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>""Just take the position."" Cassana said, smiling at the boy in a way which would suggest that she was saying it jokingly. She had worked hard to try and get him one position, now another was being offered to him on a silver platter and he was close to refusing it. Cassana watched the situation with Lord Ironstone, silently thinking to herself about how handsome he was and when he left she jokingly said ""How about we give him the adviser seat lord hand?""</div></blockquote><br/><div align=""Center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d1/House_Baratheon.PNG""/></div><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Lyonel Baratheon</span></div><br/><div align=""Center"">Inside of the Red Keep</div><br/><br/>""I will talk about it with young Lord Ironstone."" Lyonel walked backed into the chamber, leaving instruction for the guards in case he tried to run for it. Lyonel sat back at his spot, obviously annoyed, and wishing that the council was over soon."
3591,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=50,2014-11-28T03:29:00,Sebastianbourg,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Sebasion Iranassar</span><br/><br/>Sebasion Iranassar heard the Hand of the King offer him the position of Master of Whisperers and he couldn't believe it! He had entered that session of the Small Council as a very junior and insignificant adviser and would leave it as the Master of Whisperers of the Seven Kingdoms. In essence, he would be the head of intelligence of the world's most-powerful nation. Of all this he thought when he enthusiastically replied to the King's Hand saying, ""Lord Hand, I'd be thrilled to accept the position."""
3592,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=50,2014-11-28T03:50:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Sebastianbourg <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22600223#p22600223"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Sebasion Iranassar</span><br/><br/>Sebasion Iranassar heard the Hand of the King offer him the position of Master of Whisperers and he couldn't believe it! He had entered that session of the Small Council as a very junior and insignificant adviser and would leave it as the Master of Whisperers of the Seven Kingdoms. In essence, he would be the head of intelligence of the world's most-powerful nation. Of all this he thought when he enthusiastically replied to the King's Hand saying, ""Lord Hand, I'd be thrilled to accept the position.""</div></blockquote><br/><div align=""Center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d1/House_Baratheon.PNG""/></div><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Lyonel Baratheon</span></div><br/><div align=""Center"">Inside of the Red Keep</div><br/><br/>Lyonel smiled at Sebasion. Cassana would try to get her hands on the boy, but if Lyonel had him on his side, thing could go a lot better. ""Well now, I do believe the concludes our meeting."" Lyonel called a guard over. ""Guard, show young Lord Iranassar to the chambers for the Master of Whisperers."" He turned to Sebassion. ""It may be a bit bland at first, but be sure to decorate it how you see fit."""
3593,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=50,2014-11-28T03:59:00,Sebastianbourg,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Sebasion Iranassar</span><br/><br/>With the session of the Small Council concluded Lord Sebasion Iranassar left the council's chamber and was escorted by a guard to his new quarters. He was absolutely thrilled at the prospect of occupying such an important role in the government of Seven Kingdoms but knew he was still fairly insignificant to the nobles; he'd have to prove his worth! For now however, he was only concerned with moving all the decoration from the room he had been granted as an adviser to the Small Council to his new room, that of the Master of Whisperers. All the moving would take place on the next day since Lord Iranassar wanted to supervise the moving of all his possessions and the allure of the Street of Silk was too hard to resist. Of course he was interested in the female members of the Small Council but he was in desperate need."
3594,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=50,2014-11-28T05:38:00,Sebastianbourg,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Sebasion Iranassar</span><br/><br/>Lord Sebasion Iranassar left the Red Keep properly able to call himself a lord due to his position as Master of Whisperers. He ventured through the capital city, King's Landing, and all its poverty and foul scent but finally he reached the city's renown red-light district, the Street of Silk. Once he arrived he entered the most-expensive-looking brothel in sight and gave asked for a beautiful blonde and a bottle of wine to accompany her. Within two minutes his blonde and the wine had arrived and there was nothing left to do but to start the action men craved so much it frequently brought about their downfall.<br/><br/>After being served, the Master of Whisperers paid for the services given, left the brothel and ventured back through the foul-smelling capital of the Seven Kingdoms to the place the Iron Throne sat in and in which he lived, the Red Keep."
3595,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=50,2014-11-28T09:04:00,Nuxipal,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Princess Baela Targaryen<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Red Keep, King's Landing</span></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2013/228/0/7/house_targaryen_sigil_by_clockhound-d6igay5.png""/></div><br/><br/>With the end of the session Baela lifted the large books and motioned for Darion to follow her. She finds her way to the Master of Coin's tower and begins going through the books. ""Darion, this may take some time. If you wish you are more than welcome to head to the Embassy or remain here. It would be nice to have someone to talk to while I am sorting this mess out.""<br/><br/>She opens the first of the books and goes over the last month's expenses followed by the current month's expenses. She begins writing notes immediately. There were hundreds of things that were being paid for by the crown that had no business being present in the Red Keep. It seemed as if the King simply bought anything that he wanted with money he did not have. This Usurper King would soon find himself lacking a great many things. ""Actually, Darion, I have a job for you. I need you to find out which brothels the King visits the most often. Feel free to have some fun while you are out. It seems he frequents several every day, so you may actually run into him while you are there. I'll be either here or at the Embassy depending on when I finish going through this stuff. If you see the Velaryon boy send him up this way. I will have letters that need to be sent out across the Keep and to other places as well."""
3596,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=50,2014-11-28T09:33:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Cassana's eyes widened in surprise when Lyonel said he'd talk to lord Ironstone about making him an adviser, she had said it in jest but Lyonel seemed to have taken in seriously. It always surprised her how hopeless Lyonel was with people. At least she'd be allowed to see lord Ironstone more...<br/><br/>Just then the meeting was finished. Cassana stood up and curtsied at Lyonel. ""Goodbye lord hand."" she called. Every time Cassana called him ""lord hand"" she did so in a mocking manner, not taking Lyonel seriously at all.<br/><br/>Cassana quickly left the Red Keep, it always seemed like she had so much and nothing to do at the same time. But maybe it was just the laziness in her blocking Cassana from doing anything productive.<br/><br/>Eventually Cassana just made her way outside to where ser Orton was carrying out several executions. Most were criminals recently captured and none were highborn. Cassana watched at first with indifference but grew increasingly enthralled as the smallfolk died. Next to her stood a member of the kingsguard."
3597,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=50,2014-11-28T11:43:00,Alderann,"RED KEEP, KINGS LANDING<br/><br/>Lord William was resorted to the hands chamber where the hand was going to speak with the young Lord. But William was confused about the treatment that he had recieved from Lord Lyonel.<br/><br/>William couldn't understand it, Lord Lyonel and Williams father the late Eddard Ironstone had been great friends, but why had he acted like that towards him.<br/><br/>The guard resorted William to Lord Lyonel 's chamber where he would wait for the hand to arrive so that they finally have their discussion. But what could it be over, At this point William was more then just curious as to what the hand wanted with him."
3598,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=50,2014-11-28T12:19:00,Blobovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Lara Lannister</span></span><br/><br/>""I hope I'm not interrupting anything, princess"", she said to Baela as she entered the Master of Coin's chamber. ""The door stood open, and as you said, we have to discuss the finances of the kingdom. Might as well do it right away. Unless, of course, you have other plans?""<br/><br/>The last remark was a jeer at what Baela and Darion had talked about before she walked into the room. Lara hadn't heard every word, but she could guess fairly well what it was about. And even if she was wrong, in the game of thrones it could be good to make it seem that you always knew what was going on, as it could make people accidently reveal their secrets. Everyone at court was scheming to protect their own interests, and neither Lara or Baela was an exception.<br/><br/>She smiled and crossed her arms over her chest. The lioness stood relaxed and confident, and waited for Baela's answer."
3599,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=50,2014-11-28T13:13:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Cassana forced herself to walk away from the executions. She had to try and do something productive! And it wasn't helping her image to be watching executions with such enthusiasm. It was hard to tear herself away from watching the commoners die but she did it.<br/><br/>Cassana then made her way to the tower of the hand. She needed to have a long talk with Lyonel on a number of different things, he had made so many stupid decisions; he had insulted her with his actions so many times! When she rounded a corner in the tower she was suddenly face-to-face with the young lord who had interrupted the council meeting; lord Ironstone.<br/><br/>""Lord Ironstone!"" Cassana said as a way of greeting him ""I'm sorry I forgot that you had been sent here. It was wrong of my cousin, Lyonel to treat you like that. He should have shown you more respect my lord, but that is my cousin's way; he's always been bad with people."" Cassana let her frustration shine through when speaking about Lyonel."
3600,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=75,2014-11-28T13:29:00,Alderann,"RED KEEP, KINGS LANDING<br/><br/>Lord William listened as the lady Baratheon spoke to him about her cousin and her frustration with him.<br/><br/>"" milady don't you worry, I take no insult in the actions of your cousin. For your cousin will soon learn that I am a force to be recognized. While my father may have been his friend I am not. Maybe this meeting I am about to have with him will go better then the first.""<br/><br/>the young Lord said all of that with a smirk on his face, looking the young lady Baratheon up and down.<br/><br/>"" so milady if you don't mind me asking has any Lord at court put claim to you yet?"""
3601,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=75,2014-11-28T13:49:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Cassana looked at the young lord with an open mouth, almost gasping at the man's confidence. She had never talked to him before or even met him and now he was asking if she had been ""claimed""""? She didn't know where to start or what to say.<br/><br/>""I- but we- that's- I-"" Cassana swallowed hard and took a few seconds to regain her composure. She was blushing and her heart was beating far too quickly. ""No I haven't been proposed to and there is no marriage pact involving me, but I don't understand how that's appropriate."""
3602,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=75,2014-11-28T14:15:00,Alderann,"RED KEEP, KINGS LANDING<br/><br/>"" milady it's conversation, surely it dose not hurt to have friendly talk. And if you don't mind me asking what is so inappropriate about the question? Simply asking if you are betrothed or not is not the same as me saying I wish to take you to my bed chamber now is it? And milady if I insult I do apologize for my actions ahead of time. Unlike you I have not spent a lot of time here at court with the noble houses. Putting on a proper show for them. My realm is the Vale, and my house descendant from the mountain clans. Politics bore me but they are needed here.""<br/><br/>Lord William kept his smirk on his face and took the lady's hand to give a slight kiss on the top of her hand"
3603,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=75,2014-11-28T14:51:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Cassana blushed in embarrassment at the lord's words and at the kiss that he gave her. She reflected on what he was saying, about her marital status and she decided that lord Ironstone was right. She bowed her head slightly and apologized.<br/><br/>""You're right, it was just talk I'm sorry that I reacted that way."" Cassana could still feel that her cheeks were hot. She noticed that he constantly said ""milady"" instead of ""my lady"", he was showing that he truly was descended from the mountain clans. ""what were you going to talk with Lyonel?"" she asked."
3604,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=75,2014-11-28T15:00:00,Alderann,"RED KEEP, KINGS LANDING<br/><br/>"" do you really want to know? I was going to talk to the hand about my claim to the Vale. I carry considerable more power and respect then the Royce 's and I wish to press my claim. Of course only with the hands permission I wouldn't want to upset hum in anyway. Now what is it that you wish to discuss surely you don't want to keep talking about politics and what not, don't you get enough of that during your council meeting. That must get boring after some time. We'll there has to be something else on your mind that we may talk about, it appears that the hand may have me waiting here for awhile."""
3605,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=75,2014-11-28T15:22:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Cassana stopped and thought about what Ironstone was saying. Since she had been appointed master of laws it did seem like her life had been consumed by politics. By her cousins and the frustration she felt towards them. What was she even trying to accomplish? More than anything she wanted to be queen but that could never happen. She suddenly felt frustrated, alone and stupid. She had let her life slip away and...<br/><br/>Then Cassana realized who was making her feel that way. Some boy from the vale who had never seen a woman as beautiful as Cassana in his life and who's mere life was justified for being able to meet her.<br/><br/>Cassana grew incredibly angry just from looking at his face. ""You know I had asked Lyonel to give you a seat on the council but I can't give you that, the small council is only for men and women; not for boys."" there had been no indication that Cassana was feeling this way before she said that and the lord Ironstone hadn't even insulted her. But in Cassana's mind he had just questioned her existence.<br/><br/>Cassana stormed out of the Tower of the hand, trailed by a member of the kingsguard. A messanger ran up to her when she got into the courtyard. He began talking about how some Royce was doing something but Cassana didn't care. As the messanger raised his arm while speaking she slapped her hands together so that a clapping noise was made and fell to her knew holding her face. To the kingsguard behind her it looked as though she had been slapped or otherwise struck.<br/><br/>""Brave ser he-"" Cassana pleaded desperately, the kingsguard sprung to life and grabbed the messanger.<br/><br/>""Ser Orton is carrying out executions so you won't even have to wait to see the man dead my lady."" said the knight, gruffly. She thanked him as the messanger was hauled off, crying about how he was innocent. A few of the other guards which were facing Cassana may have seen what happened but she gave them a cold glare and their composure seemed to change. Cassana walked off happily now that she had gotten rid of some of her frustrations. She would ask later where the messanger's head was and instruct it to be brought to her chambers."
3606,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=75,2014-11-28T15:31:00,Toronina,"<div align=""Center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d1/House_Baratheon.PNG""/></div><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Lyonel Baratheon</span></div><br/><div align=""Center"">Inside of the Red Keep</div><br/><br/>Lyonel got up from his seat and walked up to his chambers. After he dealt with Lord Ironstone, he would be sure someone had a talk the Commander of the City Watch, a permanent talk. He opened the door to his chambers, seeing Lord Ironstone. Lyonel closed the door. ""Lord Ironstone, I see you heeded my advice."""
3607,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=75,2014-11-28T15:49:00,Alderann,"RED KEEP, KINGS LANDING<br/><br/>"" Advice my lord hand, it was more of an order was it not? Anyway here I stand and what do you wish to discuss our is there even anything left to discuss? I thought you made things very clear with the smack to my face. But that is the past, I was hoping as my father's best friend we could talk but I understand if you do not wish to speak Lord Hand."""
3608,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=75,2014-11-28T16:53:00,Kisinger,"Alexander had stayed true to his word and continued North. It was hard on him for he had never traveled so far in his life, his backside ached and his back hurt, but he had set his mind to it and he was going to do it. He had slept inbetween two trees with his cloak covering him from the elements. It was a rough sleep compared to where he usually slept, but it was better then where he had slept. Now he was in for another dy alng the Kingsroad dodging and weaving around bandits and the like. Westeros had become a grim world now, nothing like the Stories had told him. Nothing like that."
3609,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=75,2014-11-28T16:56:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Alderann <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22605711#p22605711"">wrote</a>:</cite>RED KEEP, KINGS LANDING <br/><br/> "" Advice my lord hand, it was more of an order was it not? Anyway here I stand and what do you wish to discuss our is there even anything left to discuss? I thought you made things very clear with the smack to my face. But that is the past, I was hoping as my father's best friend we could talk but I understand if you do not wish to speak Lord Hand.""</div></blockquote><br/><div align=""Center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d1/House_Baratheon.PNG""/></div><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Lyonel Baratheon</span></div><br/><div align=""Center"">Inside of the Red Keep</div><br/><br/>Lyonel stared at Lord Ironstone. ""What do you mean by taking what is yours Lord Ironstone? I do wish to know. I was busy before, and any high lord should know to not interrupt a Small Council meeting. What do you want to talk about?"""
3610,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=75,2014-11-28T17:18:00,Alderann,"RED KEEP, KINGS LANDING<br/><br/>"" Lord Hand what I mean is the Vale. My late father spent his life creating alliances and gaining support in the Vale. And now Lord Hand most of the houses of the Vale support me and my house. What I ask is simply be named Lord paramount of the Vale. I want to do it right and through force Lord Hand. If course of you say otherwise then I will respect your decision. But I feel that I could do a far better job then Lord Royce, who has neglected his duties and forsakes the small folk."""
3611,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=75,2014-11-28T17:47:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Alderann <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22606932#p22606932"">wrote</a>:</cite>RED KEEP, KINGS LANDING <br/><br/> "" Lord Hand what I mean is the Vale. My late father spent his life creating alliances and gaining support in the Vale. And now Lord Hand most of the houses of the Vale support me and my house. What I ask is simply be named Lord paramount of the Vale. I want to do it right and through force Lord Hand. If course of you say otherwise then I will respect your decision. But I feel that I could do a far better job then Lord Royce, who has neglected his duties and forsakes the small folk.""</div></blockquote><br/><div align=""Center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d1/House_Baratheon.PNG""/></div><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Lyonel Baratheon</span></div><br/><div align=""Center"">Inside of the Red Keep</div><br/><br/>""Do they? The Royce's have been a powerful house since the Age of Heros, and still command heavy respect. If we got rid of every lord and lady who forsake their smallfolk, more then Half of Westeros would declare open rebellion. If the Royce's slip up, then you will have their position. You will not be claiming it by force."""
3612,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=75,2014-11-28T18:39:00,Alderann,"RED KEEP, KINGSLANDING<br/><br/>"" as you wish my lord""<br/><br/>And giving a slight now Lord William took his leave a left the Lord hands chamber. Walking through the halls of the Red Keep he found the lady Baratheon in one of the halls.<br/><br/>"" Ah the lady Baratheon, the lady that I scorned so bad by just having a pleasant talk. I guess you do not want my company?""<br/><br/>Lord William said all of this with a sense of confidence and smugness. Looking the lady up and down.<br/><br/>"" you know my lady I do not know what caused your little outburst , but let me tell that this boy that you called me knows how to treat you like a man.""<br/><br/>Then William forces a kissed on the young Baratheon.<br/><br/>"" you know my lady we would make a great team. Oh and now you have permission to smack me."""
3613,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=75,2014-11-28T19:31:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Cassana smacked him in the face as hard as she could. She smacked him for questioning her, for being so arrogant, for laying his hands on her<span style=""font-style: italic"">and</span>kissing her which he wasn't allowed to do and could be arrested for.<br/><br/>""I could have you arrested for that,"" she told him ""I could get a kingsguard to stab you through the heart or I could throw you out there where ser Orton is killing all the smallfolk and have him cut your head off as I watch."" as she was talking she was aware that she was blushing and her voice was frail and meek. ""Don't kiss me again."""
3614,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=75,2014-11-28T20:00:00,Alderann,"RED KEEP, KINGS LANDING,<br/><br/>"" yes my lady you could have me killed and have me beheaded. But I don't think you will, unless I'm misreading you I don't think you will have any of that done. And do you know why I know this? Because you have never had anyone talk to you the way I do, or treat you the way I do, for once you are put in your place and I think you like it, wait no I know you like it. The reason why you are unwed and unbetrothed is because you haven't found a man here! And you know what else I know? I know you want power. I can see the look in your eyes and the way you walk. It's clear you hate not being the queen and having to answer to someone. I need you and you need me. Now this is a tricky game that we have to play but if we play it right we can have the power and everything we want. The kingdom is fragile and I have respect and power in the Vale, and soon I will have the Vale. Then I will have Westeros.""<br/><br/>Looking deep into the young lady's eyes.<br/><br/>"" and soon I will have you.""<br/><br/>Ignoring her demands and threats William kissing the young lady again."
3615,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=75,2014-11-28T20:38:00,Sebastianbourg,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Sebasion Iranassar</span><br/><br/>Lord Sebasion Iranassar arrived at the Red Keep and instantly went to his bedchamber (the adviser's one not the one the office of Master of Whisperers granted him) and changed his clothes which had been permanently stained by bodily fluids and wine (not that he cared very much). Having changed into an identical outfit he left the room and simply wandered around the Red Keep with no real purpose. Finally, he decided to have a talk with the King's Hand and consequently went to the Tower of the Hand. To his surprise, he found Lord William kissing Cassana Baratheon while on his way to the Hand's Tower; after a few seconds of intense jealousy which both Cassana and William did not detect (well, they hadn't detected his presence at all) he asked in jest, ""What have we got here? A romantic encounter at in the Red Keep's hallways!"""
3616,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=75,2014-11-28T20:56:00,Alderann,"RED KEEP, KINGS LANDING<br/><br/>William was unfazed by the appearance of the lord, and him being caught kissing the young Baratheon lady.<br/><br/>"" well my lord whatever it is that we have here it is of no concern of yours I can assure you. And since when did it become polite to spy ?""<br/><br/>William said with his usual smug and confident manner."
3617,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=75,2014-11-28T21:04:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Cassana should have been mad at him for what he was saying, how he ""put her in her place"" and such. She<span style=""font-style: italic"">should</span>have been angry but when she was looking at him she couldn't help but blush, feel hot and feel weak in the knees.<br/><br/>But then he made a wrong choice, the young lord said that he would have Westeros. It was no lie that Cassana wanted to be queen, she wanted to have Westeros but she wanted Westeros for herself not for lord Ironstone.<br/><br/>When he kissed her at first she was reluctant but she eventually began to kiss him back. He was handsome and lusted after her so a simple kiss wouldn't be so bad right? It would just make her want him more and allow her to manipulate him... but she slowly began to get more into the kiss.<br/><br/>""What have we got here? A romantic encounter at in the Red Keep's hallways!"" said the Lynese behind them.<br/><br/>Cassana pushed Ironstone away from her and broke the kiss ""Lord Iranassar!"" she gasped ""I am pleased that you got the position of master of whispers... lord Ironstone was just making me an offer."" technically it wasn't a lie."
3618,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=75,2014-11-28T21:26:00,Sebastianbourg,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Sebasion Iranassar</span><br/><br/>Upon warning the couple of his presence, Lord Sebasion Iranassar heard the insolent Lord William Ironstone say, ""Well my lord whatever it is that we have here it is of no concern of yours I can assure you. And since when did it become polite to spy?""<br/>""Ah, Lord William it seems to be you do not know what the Game of Thrones consists of; we are all of noble birth but we care very little for the politeness and codes of etiquette we have devised. Quite frankly, I was just passing by and couldn't care less about your romantic encounters; this encounter of ours has been nothing more than a coincidence and so it shall remain.""<br/>At that moment Cassana Baratheon, the woman the Master of Whisperers fancied, exclaimed, ""Lord Iranassar! I am pleased that you got the position of Master of Whispers...Lord Ironstone was just making me an offer.""<br/>""I care very little about about your relationship with Lord William Ironstone as long as you keep true to our own deal. Traitors you see, I am not very fond of.""<br/>Having said all that was required Lord Sebasion turned around and went to his room ordering four guards to assist him in moving the furniture to his new bedchamber."
3619,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=75,2014-11-28T22:22:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Alderann <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22608098#p22608098"">wrote</a>:</cite>RED KEEP, KINGSLANDING <br/><br/> "" as you wish my lord""<br/><br/> And giving a slight now Lord William took his leave a left the Lord hands chamber. Walking through the halls of the Red Keep he found the lady Baratheon in one of the halls.<br/><br/> "" Ah the lady Baratheon, the lady that I scorned so bad by just having a pleasant talk. I guess you do not want my company?""<br/><br/> Lord William said all of this with a sense of confidence and smugness. Looking the lady up and down. <br/><br/>"" you know my lady I do not know what caused your little outburst , but let me tell that this boy that you called me knows how to treat you like a man.""<br/><br/> Then William forces a kissed on the young Baratheon.<br/><br/> "" you know my lady we would make a great team. Oh and now you have permission to smack me.""</div></blockquote><br/><div align=""Center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d1/House_Baratheon.PNG""/></div><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Lyonel Baratheon</span></div><br/><div align=""Center"">Inside of the Red Keep</div><br/><br/>Lyonel had walked out of his room, angry with Lord Ironstone. He was even angrier when he caught the man forcing a kiss on his cousin. ""Lord Ironstone!"" He yelled out. ""If you do not leave the capital by sunset I will have you executed. Begone, now1"" Lyonel yelled out. He did not like his cousin, but he would not let some upjumped savage take advantage of her. ""I will not repeat myself again. Leave by sunset, or your head will adorn a pike, and your land given to a lord who won't cause trouble"""
3620,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=75,2014-11-28T22:24:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Alderann <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22609760#p22609760"">wrote</a>:</cite>RED KEEP, KINGS LANDING<br/><br/> William was unfazed by the appearance of the lord, and him being caught kissing the young Baratheon lady.<br/><br/> "" well my lord whatever it is that we have here it is of no concern of yours I can assure you. And since when did it become polite to spy ?""<br/><br/> William said with his usual smug and confident manner.</div></blockquote><br/><div align=""Center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d1/House_Baratheon.PNG""/></div><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Lyonel Baratheon</span></div><br/><div align=""Center"">Inside of the Red Keep</div><br/><br/>""That is where you are wrong, it is very much the concern of the Master of Whisperers. You think to highly of yourself, lest you not forget, a mere 4 or 5 generations okay, you were mere savages."""
3621,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=75,2014-11-28T22:34:00,Nuxipal,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Princess Baela Targaryen<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Red Keep, King's Landing</span></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2013/228/0/7/house_targaryen_sigil_by_clockhound-d6igay5.png""/></div><br/><br/>As Lady Lannister made her presence known Baela turned and dismissed Darion. ""Lady Lara Lannister. Please come in. It would seem that with the lack of a Master of Coin the King simply borrowed his weight in gold several times over. However, while your family owns a great deal of the debt the Crown has, what is it? One Million Dragons? It is but a fraction of what the crown owes the Iron Bank. I knew that Westeros was heavily in debt to the Iron Bank, but I had no idea it was this bad, forty million gold dragons. From what I can tell, it isn't just this current King. The debt has skyrocketed in the last fifty years. It's almost as if the crown wasn't bringing in any income at all. What I require from you, is to convince your family, and the other families of Westeros, to forgive the Crown half of the debt owed or to allow for the crown to forgo any payments on it until the threat from the Iron Bank is gone.""<br/><br/>Baela knew that this would not bring about long term relief, it was a short term fix to give her some breathing room. She had no idea where the money would come from, and she was even more concerned as to why there was practically no tax money coming in. She would have to see to her tax collectors about that one."
3622,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=75,2014-11-29T00:07:00,Toronina,"<div align=""Center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d1/House_Baratheon.PNG""/></div><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Lyonel Baratheon</span></div><br/><div align=""Center"">Inside of the Red Keep</div><br/><br/>Lyonel was furious with Lord Ironstone. Who did the man think he was? The man thought the vale would rise for him, but Lyonel doubted it. He put his anger aside and had one of his servants tell him the latest news. ""M'lord Hand, it appears the Commander of the City Watch has had an accident, and is no longer capable his doing his duty. Lyonel hid his happiness. ""That is grave news. Oh well, I think I know just who is perfect to replace him."" Lyonel went for a walk, to the chambers belonging to the Master of Coin. He knocked on the door."
3623,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=75,2014-11-29T10:03:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Cassana let out a slight gasp and blushed in embarrassment when Lyonel came around the corner and saw Cassana and lord Ironstone. As Lyonel told Ironstone off she stared at the floor like a scorned child. His words surprised her though, was Lyonel protecting her? After he finished talking Cassana retreated back to her chambers, flustered from the whole situation."
3624,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=75,2014-11-29T10:38:00,Blobovia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kisinger <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22606571#p22606571"">wrote</a>:</cite>Alexander had stayed true to his word and continued North. It was hard on him for he had never traveled so far in his life, his backside ached and his back hurt, but he had set his mind to it and he was going to do it. He had slept inbetween two trees with his cloak covering him from the elements. It was a rough sleep compared to where he usually slept, but it was better then where he had slept. Now he was in for another dy alng the Kingsroad dodging and weaving around bandits and the like. Westeros had become a grim world now, nothing like the Stories had told him. Nothing like that.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Ser Aedulf Branting</span></span><br/><br/>Aedulf saw another man coming on the Kingsroad, in the opposite direction. It was still quite a distance between them, but the other man appeared to be a hedgeknight like himself, although he didn't seem to have any heraldry with him that Aedulf recognized. There was of course a risk that the unknown man was a robber or highwayman, but there was no place to hide now. Instead, Aedulf continued towards him, and raised his hand to a greeting.<br/><br/>It would be nice to hear some news."
3625,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=100,2014-11-29T11:09:00,Blobovia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nuxipal <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22610928#p22610928"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Princess Baela Targaryen<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Red Keep, King's Landing</span></span><br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2013/228/0/7/house_targaryen_sigil_by_clockhound-d6igay5.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div><br/><br/>As Lady Lannister made her presence known Baela turned and dismissed Darion. ""Lady Lara Lannister. Please come in. It would seem that with the lack of a Master of Coin the King simply borrowed his weight in gold several times over. However, while your family owns a great deal of the debt the Crown has, what is it? One Million Dragons? It is but a fraction of what the crown owes the Iron Bank. I knew that Westeros was heavily in debt to the Iron Bank, but I had no idea it was this bad, forty million gold dragons. From what I can tell, it isn't just this current King. The debt has skyrocketed in the last fifty years. It's almost as if the crown wasn't bringing in any income at all. What I require from you, is to convince your family, and the other families of Westeros, to forgive the Crown half of the debt owed or to allow for the crown to forgo any payments on it until the threat from the Iron Bank is gone.""<br/><br/>Baela knew that this would not bring about long term relief, it was a short term fix to give her some breathing room. She had no idea where the money would come from, and she was even more concerned as to why there was practically no tax money coming in. She would have to see to her tax collectors about that one.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Lady Lara Lannister</span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Forty million!?! FORTY MILLION!?!</span>Lara was shocked. Not even in her wildest imaginations could she have seen this. How could this be?<br/><br/>""That's... that's a lot more than I thought."" She stood silent for quite a while, before speaking again. ""If it were up to me alone, I would definitely give the Crown a moratorium on behalf of house Lannister, but I must discuss it with my father first. And I assume most other creditors are in a similar seat, but I swear to do what I can.""<br/><br/>Even in this situation, Lara couldn't help but thinking about how beautiful she found the young princess when she looked worried. The seriousness somehow suited her.<br/><br/>""Hmm... what about land? The Crown might not have any floating assets, but it holds plenty of land. Many lords and ladies of the Seven Kingdoms would certainly write off their demands if given more properties. And some land could be sold to the highest bidder, and thus gain coins to the royal coffins. I'm especially thinking about the new continents, the Crown has no other use for them as I see it, so we might as well try it. I just hope the Iron Bank will accept it.""<br/><br/>Just then, someone knocked on the door."
3626,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=100,2014-11-29T11:36:00,Alderann,"RED KEEP, KINGS LANDING<br/><br/>Lord William was unmoved by the appearance of Lord Lyonel and his words to him. Used to be a savage he thought, the Hand truly has no respect.<br/><br/>"" oh Lord Hand you are wrong. I'm still a savage.""<br/><br/>that same sadistic smile coming across Williams face.<br/><br/>"" my lady hopefully you will let me call on you.""<br/><br/>Giving the lady Baratheon another kiss on the hand. Then taking his leave and walking down the halls to where his Knights awaited him. One of the Knights spoke.<br/>"" my lord did you achieve what we sat out for my lord.""<br/><br/>Lord William answered his loyal servant.<br/><br/>"" ready the horses we depart for the Vale tonight. Our welcome in Kings landing has passed. And we acquired more enemies then allies."""
3627,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=100,2014-11-29T13:29:00,Nuxipal,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Princess Baela Targaryen<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Red Keep, King's Landing</span></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2013/228/0/7/house_targaryen_sigil_by_clockhound-d6igay5.png""/></div><br/><br/>""I'm not sure what the crown holds for lands. It held Dragonstone until recently. It remains part of Westeros so long as I am on the small council. I doubt any of the land the crown owns would be worth all too much, but I will look into it. I know that I won't permit anymore coin from the crown to fall into the sink hole that is colonizing Sothoryos. The Old Ghis Empire tried to colonize it, they failed. Then Old Valyria tried and failed. A dragon rider tried to find its southern most point. She returned three years later and claimed she never found the end. It is pointless to try and colonize those lands. Ulthos is a world a way. South of Asshai and I haven't read anything about it. If lords want to colonize far off lands, they will do it without crown protection. ""<br/><br/>The knock came and Baela looked up, she was slightly worried with the enormous task before her. The domestic debt could be handled easily, it was the foreign debt that was a problem. She hoped that whoever was at the door would have some sort of solution. Darion opens the door to allow the guest in and so that he may leave to do what his lady asked of him. Standing there was Lord Hand Lyonel.<br/><br/>""Lord Hand, please come in. We were just discussing the massive problem that this Kingdom is in regarding the crown's debt."""
3628,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=100,2014-11-29T14:02:00,Kisinger,"<div align=""Center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alexander Fresinjoy, Kingsroad</span></span></span></div><br/><br/><br/>A man approached heading towards him. he quickly put his hand to his sword hilt just inside his cloak, but the man did some thing very strange. He held up his hand as if to greet him. Alexander thought to himself ""What trick is this? Or is he actually trying to talk?"" Weighing the odds he held up his hand returning the gesture. But he quickly put his hand back to his sword hilt as his palm began to sweat from the anticipation. Alexander thought to himself one more ""He has similar equipment but was he a highwaymen? Or was he some type of idiotic nobility who ran off from their little home? Going to find out soon enough"" as he kept the same pace on his horse."
3629,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=100,2014-11-29T14:34:00,Alderann,"KINGS LANDING<br/><br/>The horses were saddled and ready to depart for the Vale. Lord William was a little upset about the treatment that he received from Lord Lyonel but in his sadistic mind he tried to rationalize it.<br/><br/>"" no Lord Lyonel didn't mean any disrespect, he just don't know how to treat a Lord such as me.""<br/><br/>one of Williams Knights spoke to him.<br/>"" my lord the horses are ready.""<br/><br/>William responded. "" Ah perfect. And you, deliver this letter to the Lady Baratheon.""<br/><br/>The knight took the letter and went on his assignment. The letter read as follows.<br/><br/>"" Dear Lady,<br/><br/>unfortunately I had to depart this five city and return to the Vale. But I offer you this invitation. Join me in the Vale, where I know how to treat a lady such as you, where you will have power, where every slender will be yours.<br/><br/>Sincerely,<br/>William """
3630,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=100,2014-11-29T15:18:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Cassana sat in her room thinking when a messenger arrived with a letter written by William. She couldn't believe what she was reading, he wanted her to run off with him. It sounded mad but whenever she thought of William a shiver of excitement ran through her body. She read the letter for a second time before shoving it in a chest and leaving her room to think over what was happening. Cassana walked over to Lord Iranassar's chambers. The door was open but she knocked for the sake of politeness and waited for his response."
3631,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=100,2014-11-29T15:57:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nuxipal <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22617665#p22617665"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Princess Baela Targaryen<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Red Keep, King's Landing</span></span><br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2013/228/0/7/house_targaryen_sigil_by_clockhound-d6igay5.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div><br/><br/>""I'm not sure what the crown holds for lands. It held Dragonstone until recently. It remains part of Westeros so long as I am on the small council. I doubt any of the land the crown owns would be worth all too much, but I will look into it. I know that I won't permit anymore coin from the crown to fall into the sink hole that is colonizing Sothoryos. The Old Ghis Empire tried to colonize it, they failed. Then Old Valyria tried and failed. A dragon rider tried to find its southern most point. She returned three years later and claimed she never found the end. It is pointless to try and colonize those lands. Ulthos is a world a way. South of Asshai and I haven't read anything about it. If lords want to colonize far off lands, they will do it without crown protection. "" <br/><br/>The knock came and Baela looked up, she was slightly worried with the enormous task before her. The domestic debt could be handled easily, it was the foreign debt that was a problem. She hoped that whoever was at the door would have some sort of solution. Darion opens the door to allow the guest in and so that he may leave to do what his lady asked of him. Standing there was Lord Hand Lyonel.<br/><br/>""Lord Hand, please come in. We were just discussing the massive problem that this Kingdom is in regarding the crown's debt.""</div></blockquote><br/><div align=""Center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d1/House_Baratheon.PNG""/></div><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Lyonel Baratheon</span></div><br/><div align=""Center"">Inside of the Red Keep</div><br/><br/>Lyonel walked into the room. ""Yes, as you have seen, the crown has borrowed heavily over the years, and the spending started before Eddard took the throne. Do whatever you can to pay it back, as I have seen what happens when one does not pay back the Iron Bank,"" Said Lyonel. ""King Robert loved tourneys, and King Jamie loved feasts."" Lyonel sighed. ""I should have stopped him years ago, before he became King. It appears though, my cousin's lifestyle has caught up with him, as he has spent an awful amount of time in the privy. By the way, where is that young guard of yours, the one with the dragon?"""
3632,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=100,2014-11-29T16:06:00,Sebastianbourg,"<blockquote><div><cite>Woodstovia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22619035#p22619035"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Cassana sat in her room thinking when a messenger arrived with a letter written by William. She couldn't believe what she was reading, he wanted her to run off with him. It sounded mad but whenever she thought of William a shiver of excitement ran through her body. She read the letter for a second time before shoving it in a chest and leaving her room to think over what was happening. Cassana walked over to Lord Iranassar's chambers. The door was open but she knocked for the sake of politeness and waited for his response.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Sebasion Iranassar</span><br/><br/>Lord Sebasion Iranassar was very tired having moved all the furniture into his new room with the help of only a few guards. Because of this he was lying on the bed almost asleep when he heard a knock on the door. It seemed odd to him because he knew he had left the door open. Nevertheless, he asked, ""Who is it?"" and was not surprised to learn it was Lady Cassana Baratheon; one of the many women he fancied and the one he has found kissing Lord Ironstone in one of the Red Keep's hallways. He let her in and stood-up for politeness's sake and waited for her to speak."
3633,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=100,2014-11-29T16:41:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Cassana felt herself blushing at the sight of the man but tried to force herself to remain calm and control her breathing. ""I'm sorry that you saw that, lord Ironstone is infatuated by me and he forced himself on me. He wants to marry me and I fear that Lyonel may agree to the proposal. He doesn't like Ironstone but he'll do it to get me away from King's Landing. I'm sure of it."" it was a lie but she did suspect Lyonel may try to marry her to him. ""But I don't want lord Ironstone, I want you my lord."" she walked forward and kissed him on the lips, hoping she wouldn't be rejected by him."
3634,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=100,2014-11-29T17:28:00,Nuxipal,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Princess Baela Targaryen<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Red Keep, King's Landing</span></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2013/228/0/7/house_targaryen_sigil_by_clockhound-d6igay5.png""/></div><br/><br/>""I have him running for me. There are some suspicious payments in here. I suspect they are from the King or some of the Kingsguard going to brothels. Some very expensive brothels. I asked Darion to investigate. I understand that men, and quite frequently women, enjoy a tumble in the pleasure gardens. However, it is not the crown's place to be spending its own money there. There are a few other things. I believe you mentioned that the King wanted to stop all colonization? He may be at least partially correct there.""<br/><br/>She was looking at Lyonel, he had told her about the King looking to end colonization in the continents that are far away from Westeros. The Valyrians had thought about sacking those during the war for the stepstones. Instead they were ignored. ""Lord Hand, myself and Lady Lannister here have a domestic solution to propose however. While the crown is heavily in debt to the Iron Bank, it is also in debt to several of the Great Houses here in Westeros. I sought to have these debts either half forgiven or the payments stopped until the foreign debt was paid off. Lady Lara here has given the the idea that we could use lands that belong to the crown as collateral for these domestic loans. It would reduce the payments that are required of the crown and allow us to focus on the Iron Bank. I do have a question for you, the man who came into the meeting unexpectedly. Who was he and what did he want?""<br/><br/>She was both directly curious as to who he was and wanted more information about him. He seemed to be familiar to Lyonel, but Lyonel had rejected him and told him to wait for the end of the meeting."
3635,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=100,2014-11-29T17:32:00,Sebastianbourg,"<blockquote><div><cite>Woodstovia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22619990#p22619990"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Cassana felt herself blushing at the sight of the man but tried to force herself to remain calm and control her breathing. ""I'm sorry that you saw that, lord Ironstone is infatuated by me and he forced himself on me. He wants to marry me and I fear that Lyonel may agree to the proposal. He doesn't like Ironstone but he'll do it to get me away from King's Landing. I'm sure of it."" it was a lie but she did suspect Lyonel may try to marry her to him. ""But I don't want lord Ironstone, I want you my lord."" she walked forward and kissed him on the lips, hoping she wouldn't be rejected by him.</div></blockquote><br/>Lord Sebasion Iranassar gently pushed Lady Cassana Baratheon away in order to seem reluctant to kiss her. He proceeded to deliver a short sermon, ""He forced himself unto you? I strongly doubt it but whatever you say, honey."" Cassana remained silent for a few until Lord Sebasion grabbed her vigorously and kissed her passionately while lightly pulling her hair. He was working hard to impress her and prove he would be a much better than that bastard Lord William Ironstone! However, the hard work was probably in vain since Lord William Ironstone had been ordered to leave King's Landing by the King's Hand who apparently didn't approve of the affair."
3636,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=100,2014-11-29T18:12:00,Masimino,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Winterfell</span><br/><br/>Brunwulf was given orders by Brandon to go to King's Landing and get any information he can get, as the king would probably die soon and many if not all will try to get the crown. He readied his horse and equipment, food and water, and other necessary things he needed. He saddled his horse and told the guards ""Protect Winterfell, tell the captain he's in charge of security"". The guard nodded and Brunwulf set forth to King's Landing, to represent Brandon"
3637,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=100,2014-11-29T18:14:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Cassana began to get desperate when Sebasion pushed her away but thankfully it was just so he could kiss her harder. He said that he didn't believe her and called her ""Honey"" which she should have been mad at but when he kissed her she couldn't care less.<br/><br/>She let the kiss last for a few seconds, savoring it before she forced herself to gently push Sebasion off of her. She smiled up at Sebasion ""This is all we can do for now,"" she explained ""if anyone sees this and it gets out that the King's cousin was caught kissing a boy from Lys I'd be thrown out of court."" she gave him one last smile before turning to leave, satisfied that she had smoothed things over with the new master of whispers."
3638,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=100,2014-11-29T18:49:00,Sebastianbourg,"<blockquote><div><cite>Woodstovia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22621109#p22621109"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Cassana began to get desperate when Sebasion pushed her away but thankfully it was just so he could kiss her harder. He said that he didn't believe her and called her ""Honey"" which she should have been mad at but when he kissed her she couldn't care less. <br/><br/>She let the kiss last for a few seconds, savoring it before she forced herself to gently push Sebasion off of her. She smiled up at Sebasion ""This is all we can do for now,"" she explained ""if anyone sees this and it gets out that the King's cousin was caught kissing a boy from Lys I'd be thrown out of court."" she gave him one last smile before turning to leave, satisfied that she had smoothed things over with the new master of whispers.</div></blockquote><br/>Lord Sebasion Iranassar stared in disbelief at Lady Cassana Baratheon when she said,""This is all we can do for now, if anyone sees this and it gets out that the King's cousin was caught kissing a boy from Lys I'd be thrown out of court."" He couldn't believe she considered him a low-born foreigner who would humiliate her in front of all Westerosi nobles and especially her cousin, the King's Hand.<br/>""Ah, so that is you consider me; a humiliating foreigner not worthy of being seen with a Westerosi noble? Is that it Cassana? Cassana, just remember I am not just any foreigner."""
3639,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=100,2014-11-29T18:55:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nuxipal <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22620527#p22620527"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Princess Baela Targaryen<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Red Keep, King's Landing</span></span><br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2013/228/0/7/house_targaryen_sigil_by_clockhound-d6igay5.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div><br/><br/>""I have him running for me. There are some suspicious payments in here. I suspect they are from the King or some of the Kingsguard going to brothels. Some very expensive brothels. I asked Darion to investigate. I understand that men, and quite frequently women, enjoy a tumble in the pleasure gardens. However, it is not the crown's place to be spending its own money there. There are a few other things. I believe you mentioned that the King wanted to stop all colonization? He may be at least partially correct there.""<br/><br/>She was looking at Lyonel, he had told her about the King looking to end colonization in the continents that are far away from Westeros. The Valyrians had thought about sacking those during the war for the stepstones. Instead they were ignored. ""Lord Hand, myself and Lady Lannister here have a domestic solution to propose however. While the crown is heavily in debt to the Iron Bank, it is also in debt to several of the Great Houses here in Westeros. I sought to have these debts either half forgiven or the payments stopped until the foreign debt was paid off. Lady Lara here has given the the idea that we could use lands that belong to the crown as collateral for these domestic loans. It would reduce the payments that are required of the crown and allow us to focus on the Iron Bank. I do have a question for you, the man who came into the meeting unexpectedly. Who was he and what did he want?""<br/><br/>She was both directly curious as to who he was and wanted more information about him. He seemed to be familiar to Lyonel, but Lyonel had rejected him and told him to wait for the end of the meeting.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d1/House_Baratheon.PNG""/></div><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Lyonel Baratheon</span></div><br/><div align=""Center"">Inside of the Red Keep</div><br/><br/>Lyonel sighed. ""I was hoping we could find some valuable resources in the continents, but it seems for naught, and and natives run when we near. About the guard, he seems quite able, and our city is lacking a Commander for the City Watch, it seems the latest one has had an unfortunate demise. I was hoping to speak to him about placing him as the new Commander. Do whatever you can within to pay off out debt Princess, and I promise you you will be rewarded. Perhaps you have heard of Summerhall? As for the man who barged in, he was Lord William Ironstone, a powerful Vale house. His father was an old friend of mine, and the man wanted the vale for himself."""
3640,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=100,2014-11-29T19:02:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Cassana turned, blushing with embarrassment and trying desperately to find a way to explain or apologize for what she had said. ""No, I see you as a handsome and brave man who is very dear to me but do you think that the average scum lingering in Flea Bottom would see you that way? Besides I am still a maiden and it would be unwise to be seen being intimate with any man regardless of his stature or roots."""
3641,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=100,2014-11-29T19:28:00,Sebastianbourg,"<blockquote><div><cite>Woodstovia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22621724#p22621724"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Cassana turned, blushing with embarrassment and trying desperately to find a way to explain or apologize for what she had said. ""No, I see you as a handsome and brave man who is very dear to me but do you think that the average scum lingering in Flea Bottom would see you that way? Besides I am still a maiden and it would be unwise to be seen being intimate with any man regardless of his stature or roots.""</div></blockquote><br/>Lord Sebasion Iranassar's ego had received a blow but he still desperately wanted to sound rather apathetic to Lady Cassana and her words but when he became extraordinarily angry when her heard her say, ""No, I see you as a handsome and<span style=""font-weight: bold"">brave</span>man who is very dear to me but do you think that the average scum lingering in Flea Bottom would see you that way? Besides I am still a maiden and it would be unwise to be seen being intimate with any man regardless of his stature or roots.""<br/>""Brave? You're not very at adulation are you? You're even worse at trying to remedy what you've said! But don't worry, honey, just leave since you are an innocent maiden after all. An easy, manipulative and power-hungry one, I'd say. Do you think I don't know why you kissed Lord Ironstone so passionately? You obviously aren't fond of him. Your misguided hunger for power—misguided because that man won't get much done in the vicious Game of Thrones—made you kiss him."""
3642,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=100,2014-11-29T19:53:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Cassana's look of desperate pleading turned into a scowl. She didn't care that she liked the man and cared even less that he was politically advantageous to have on her side, now she just wanted to insult and hurt him. It took all of her strength to not yell for her guards to arrest the man right then and there.<br/><br/>She let out a small laugh after his tirade. ""You know I really didn't want to kiss him, and even after he talked about how he wanted to take me and invited me back to the Vale to marry him I still came to your chambers, alone and unprotected. Yet instead of showing the same passion he did you stand there like a baby crying about how I'm easy. Maybe I should go to the Vale and become his bride... maybe I should arrest you and call for your head, it's not like anyone would care. Maybe I should execute a thousand innocents and have you sit and go mad from guilt. Decisions, decisions."" Cassana once again turned to leave but did so slowly, hoping to see some sort of reaction."
3643,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=100,2014-11-29T20:06:00,Sebastianbourg,"<blockquote><div><cite>Woodstovia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22622272#p22622272"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Cassana's look of desperate pleading turned into a scowl. She didn't care that she liked the man and cared even less that he was politically advantageous to have on her side, now she just wanted to insult and hurt him. It took all of her strength to not yell for her guards to arrest the man right then and there.<br/><br/>She let out a small laugh after his tirade. ""You know I really didn't want to kiss him, and even after he talked about how he wanted to take me and invited me back to the Vale to marry him I still came to your chambers, alone and unprotected. Yet instead of showing the same passion he did you stand there like a baby crying about how I'm easy. Maybe I should go to the Vale and become his bride... maybe I should arrest you and call for your head, it's not like anyone would care. Maybe I should execute a thousand innocents and have you sit and go mad from guilt. Decisions, decisions."" Cassana once again turned to leave but did so slowly, hoping to see some sort of reaction.</div></blockquote><br/>Lord Sebasion Iranassar decided against showing any emotions as she (Cassana) left for he other things in mind. Nevertheless, he did reply to her poor attempts at hurting and insulting him by laughing; simply laughing as she left the room absolutely baffled at how the man could be so cold and yet so passionate. He imagined she would deduce he was the Master of Whisperers after all and Masters of Whisperers tend to be cold and emotionless just like him."
3644,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=100,2014-11-29T20:23:00,Nuxipal,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Princess Baela Targaryen<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Red Keep, King's Landing</span></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2013/228/0/7/house_targaryen_sigil_by_clockhound-d6igay5.png""/></div><br/><br/>""Summerhall, that place is cursed. It is taught to us as the ultimate rejection by the seven gods of the andals. There the King Aegon V tried to revive our power and died doing so, losing seven eggs, and began the loss of Westeros. Those continents that you so desperately are grasping for are worthless. There have been many attempts to colonize Sothoryos and Ulthos is so far away that it isn't going to be profitable. Maybe the Northlords will have better luck with Northos, I have only heard of it. If it holds riches, it will have to be found by the lesser lords. Also, this Lord Ironstone. His family is completely unknown to me, yet you say they are a powerful house in the Vale? If they try and take the Vale, we should offer to aid House Royce in return for the rights to the tax from the port of Gulltown to help pay off the debt of the crown.""<br/><br/>Baela's eyes seemed to light up at the prospect of battle. The deep purple seemed lost in the candlelight that flickered on the walls by the doorway. She loved flying on Caeliphon, and loved getting what she wanted even more. A dark thought flashed in her mind<span style=""font-style: italic"">Claim the throne</span>a voice echoed in her head. The voice was of her brother. He always said that the Stepstones were the key. And with a key, doors open and thrones can be reclaimed."
3645,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=100,2014-11-29T20:43:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Cassana left the lysene boy's bedchambers angry. She had fought and scratched and clawed for him to get a position of the small council and then he repaid her by calling her easy and manipulative? Maybe she should take WIlliam up on his offer... she wanted to get away from King's Landing. She wanted support and kindness, she would never find either in King's Landing; not even from her kin. Cassana retreated back into her room and flopped down onto the bed, exhausted. She didn't even want to execute somebody, she just wanted to rest."
3646,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=100,2014-11-29T21:02:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nuxipal <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22622659#p22622659"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Princess Baela Targaryen<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Red Keep, King's Landing</span></span><br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2013/228/0/7/house_targaryen_sigil_by_clockhound-d6igay5.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div><br/><br/>""Summerhall, that place is cursed. It is taught to us as the ultimate rejection by the seven gods of the andals. There the King Aegon V tried to revive our power and died doing so, losing seven eggs, and began the loss of Westeros. Those continents that you so desperately are grasping for are worthless. There have been many attempts to colonize Sothoryos and Ulthos is so far away that it isn't going to be profitable. Maybe the Northlords will have better luck with Northos, I have only heard of it. If it holds riches, it will have to be found by the lesser lords. Also, this Lord Ironstone. His family is completely unknown to me, yet you say they are a powerful house in the Vale? If they try and take the Vale, we should offer to aid House Royce in return for the rights to the tax from the port of Gulltown to help pay off the debt of the crown.""<br/><br/>Baela's eyes seemed to light up at the prospect of battle. The deep purple seemed lost in the candlelight that flickered on the walls by the doorway. She loved flying on Caeliphon, and loved getting what she wanted even more. A dark thought flashed in her mind <span style=""font-style: italic"">Claim the throne</span> a voice echoed in her head. The voice was of her brother. He always said that the Stepstones were the key. And with a key, doors open and thrones can be reclaimed.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d1/House_Baratheon.PNG""/></div><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Lyonel Baratheon</span></div><br/><div align=""Center"">Inside of the Red Keep</div><br/><br/>""More than likely, King Aegon used Wildfire to hatch the eggs, and everyone knows what Wildfire does. I am a godly man, but I do not believe the gods cursed the place, for if any place is cursed it would be Harrenhal. I believe Aegon bit off more then he could chew. Nether the less, fix the finances, and I will have Summerhall rebuilt for use as a personal seat for you, or your brother, or the Emperor himself. The colonization will be stopped for now. As for Lord Ironstone, his great grandfather was a knight, who's father was originally from the tribes of the Mountains of the Moon. The House is relatively new in Westerosi standards, and mostly only the vale interacts with them. If he does claim the vale, I mean to call the banners and wipe out the house."" Said Lyonel. Briefly Lyonel had thought of being a king, but decided against it, he was better suited as someone to work behind the scenes."
3647,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=100,2014-11-29T21:04:00,Sebastianbourg,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Sebasion Iranassar</span><br/><br/>Lord Sebasion Iranassar was a bit troubled with destroying his alliance with Lady Cassana Baratheon so he decided to write a semi-apologetic letter for they could prove essential to each other.<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Sorry for what happened today; you must understand I am reasonably offended by your words. Meet me as soon as you awake in the morning.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Sebasion</span></blockquote><br/>After slipping the note under Lady Cassana Baratheon's door he set-out to look for Princess Baela Targaryen as he had a deal to offer her on the repayment of the realm's debts."
3648,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=100,2014-11-29T21:15:00,Nuxipal,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Princess Baela Targaryen<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Red Keep, King's Landing</span></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2013/228/0/7/house_targaryen_sigil_by_clockhound-d6igay5.png""/></div><br/><br/>""Summerhall was a retreat. More of a palace than any true castle. You know the lands I am interested in. The sooner that is made official the better."" Baela, knowing Lara was still present and listening to the conversation closely, pressed forward. ""If not, I am sure I can find someone else who would be more than happy to give me the lands in exchange for my services. Dragonstone is the only reason I came to Westeros. The King's Nameday tourney was a distraction that proved too great of a distraction as his father died jousting.""<br/><br/>Clearly the thought of battle reminded her why she was here to begin with. Looking at the window, it was only midday. The King was likely holding court and she was growing bored of the books. ""Lord Hand, Lady Lannister. I believe that I will be going to drop in on the King's Court. I want to see how he acts before his subjects."" Standing and stretching a little bit, Princess Baela hopes that the Great Hall is easy to find."
3649,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=100,2014-11-29T21:20:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nuxipal <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22623388#p22623388"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Princess Baela Targaryen<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Red Keep, King's Landing</span></span><br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2013/228/0/7/house_targaryen_sigil_by_clockhound-d6igay5.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div><br/><br/>""Summerhall was a retreat. More of a palace than any true castle. You know the lands I am interested in. The sooner that is made official the better."" Baela, knowing Lara was still present and listening to the conversation closely, pressed forward. ""If not, I am sure I can find someone else who would be more than happy to give me the lands in exchange for my services. Dragonstone is the only reason I came to Westeros. The King's Nameday tourney was a distraction that proved too great of a distraction as his father died jousting.""<br/><br/>Clearly the thought of battle reminded her why she was here to begin with. Looking at the window, it was only midday. The King was likely holding court and she was growing bored of the books. ""Lord Hand, Lady Lannister. I believe that I will be going to drop in on the King's Court. I want to see how he acts before his subjects."" Standing and stretching a little bit, Princess Baela hopes that the Great Hall is easy to find.</div></blockquote><br/><div align=""Center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d1/House_Baratheon.PNG""/></div><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Lyonel Baratheon</span></div><br/><div align=""Center"">Inside of the Red Keep</div><br/><br/>""The paperwork for that is almost done. I will add my signature to it. Dragonstone, Claw Isle and Driftmark will belong to New Valyria."""
3650,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=125,2014-11-29T21:34:00,Nuxipal,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Princess Baela Targaryen<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Red Keep, King's Landing</span></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2013/228/0/7/house_targaryen_sigil_by_clockhound-d6igay5.png""/></div><br/><br/>""To me. I don't intend for my Uncles or Cousins inside of the Black Walls to start flocking to Dragonstone just yet. I said I would remain here in Westeros until a time when I am not on the Small Council. Until such a time, I want Dragonstone to remain a part of Westeros. Now, let us go see King Eddard. I was rather... distracted during the tourney."" She thinks on her activities that day, but banishes the thought immediately. Not out of shame, but to protect herself and those she was with at the time."
3651,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=125,2014-11-29T22:06:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nuxipal <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22623717#p22623717"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Princess Baela Targaryen<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Red Keep, King's Landing</span></span><br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2013/228/0/7/house_targaryen_sigil_by_clockhound-d6igay5.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div><br/><br/>""To me. I don't intend for my Uncles or Cousins inside of the Black Walls to start flocking to Dragonstone just yet. I said I would remain here in Westeros until a time when I am not on the Small Council. Until such a time, I want Dragonstone to remain a part of Westeros. Now, let us go see King Eddard. I was rather... distracted during the tourney."" She thinks on her activities that day, but banishes the thought immediately. Not out of shame, but to protect herself and those she was with at the time.</div></blockquote><br/><div align=""Center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d1/House_Baratheon.PNG""/></div><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Lyonel Baratheon</span></div><br/><div align=""Center"">Inside of the Red Keep</div><br/><br/>""Very well then, I will finish up the paperwork and keep them for when you are no longer a member of the Small Council. As for seeing King Eddard, I would not recommend that. He eats quite lavishly and well, many whores have run from the keep in terror of the smell of his room. I don't think he will be in the mood nor have the time to answer any questions."" Lyonel knew his cousin would die soon. Eddard ate to much every day, and who was to say if someone had not poisoned him. Widow's Blood or the Tears of Lys would be the perfect poisons to kill Eddard."
3652,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=125,2014-11-29T22:18:00,Nuxipal,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Princess Baela Targaryen<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Red Keep, King's Landing</span></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2013/228/0/7/house_targaryen_sigil_by_clockhound-d6igay5.png""/></div><br/><br/>Princess Baela gives Lyonel a strange look. ""You mean to tell me that he doesn't hold court? Ever?"" The thought of that was almost alien. He is a ruler, but if he doesn't rule then what is he doing. If he truly is as bad as Lyonel was telling her, then it was a good thing that she was there to make sure he didn't rule further. Of course, she wouldn't tell Lord Lyonel that as soon as her brother learned of a second King's death, he would likely ride here on his dragon if the throne isn't completely secure. He dreamed of being crowned King of Westeros. Her Brother would actually be a great king. He was a leader and the smallfolk love him from Volantis to Braavos. Unfortunately he won't even have a chance to be Emperor of New Valyria, if he were then she may have stayed with him and ruled by his side. Baela also had the desire to rule, though she knew it would be much more difficult to do than if her brother came to press a claim."
3653,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=125,2014-11-29T22:22:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nuxipal <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22624309#p22624309"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Princess Baela Targaryen<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Red Keep, King's Landing</span></span><br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2013/228/0/7/house_targaryen_sigil_by_clockhound-d6igay5.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div><br/><br/>Princess Baela gives Lyonel a strange look. ""You mean to tell me that he doesn't hold court? Ever?"" The thought of that was almost alien. He is a ruler, but if he doesn't rule then what is he doing. If he truly is as bad as Lyonel was telling her, then it was a good thing that she was there to make sure he didn't rule further. Of course, she wouldn't tell Lord Lyonel that as soon as her brother learned of a second King's death, he would likely ride here on his dragon if the throne isn't completely secure. He dreamed of being crowned King of Westeros. Her Brother would actually be a great king. He was a leader and the smallfolk love him from Volantis to Braavos. Unfortunately he won't even have a chance to be Emperor of New Valyria, if he were then she may have stayed with him and ruled by his side. Baela also had the desire to rule, though she knew it would be much more difficult to do than if her brother came to press a claim.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d1/House_Baratheon.PNG""/></div><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Lyonel Baratheon</span></div><br/><div align=""Center"">Inside of the Red Keep</div><br/><br/>Lyonel knew the princess was confused, quite frankly most nobles were confused. 'How could this man be Robert's Son?' Most thought. ""He leaves the Kingdom to me mainly. Once in a while when he drags himself out of bed, and isn't stuffing his face, he'll hold court. That happens rarely."""
3654,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=125,2014-11-29T22:47:00,Nuxipal,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Princess Baela Targaryen<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Red Keep, King's Landing</span></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2013/228/0/7/house_targaryen_sigil_by_clockhound-d6igay5.png""/></div><br/><br/>""That is.. Disturbing. And no one has tried.. you know.. convincing him that he needs to take a more active role in leading his nation? I would presume that if he continues this, the small council could declare him incapable and appoint a Regent to rule in his stead."" She wasn't sure if Lady Lannister was in on the plot to kill the King, but she knew that if she wasn't, she would want a ruler that was more active than Eddard was."
3655,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=125,2014-11-29T23:09:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nuxipal <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22624644#p22624644"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Princess Baela Targaryen<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Red Keep, King's Landing</span></span><br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2013/228/0/7/house_targaryen_sigil_by_clockhound-d6igay5.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div><br/><br/>""That is.. Disturbing. And no one has tried.. you know.. convincing him that he needs to take a more active role in leading his nation? I would presume that if he continues this, the small council could declare him incapable and appoint a Regent to rule in his stead."" She wasn't sure if Lady Lannister was in on the plot to kill the King, but she knew that if she wasn't, she would want a ruler that was more active than Eddard was.</div></blockquote><br/><div align=""Center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d1/House_Baratheon.PNG""/></div><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Lyonel Baratheon</span></div><br/><div align=""Center"">Inside of the Red Keep</div><br/><br/>""I have tried to talk to him, but he refuses to listen. I have thought about declaring him unfit, but I've been worried that if we do, he'd hop out of bed and kill us. He is still a powerful man physically, despite his body shape. I am convinced he will not live much longer, no man could be that fat and still live for long."""
3656,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=125,2014-11-29T23:32:00,Nuxipal,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Princess Baela Targaryen<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Red Keep, King's Landing</span></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2013/228/0/7/house_targaryen_sigil_by_clockhound-d6igay5.png""/></div><br/><br/>""Get him to listen. If he does not listen to a Stag, perhaps he will listen to a Dragon. He can sit his happy ass on the throne that my ancestor made with the swords of the slain and forged in dragonfire. If he does not sit on that throne, then he is no true King of Westeros. I will be heading back to the Embassy with the books then. If the small council requires my presence, you know exactly where to find me Lord Hand.""<br/><br/>She pushes her way past Lyonel and out into the hall to begin her descent from the tower and into the main part of the Keep. Secretly she hopes that she runs into the King on her way out to give him a good scolding.<span style=""font-style: italic"">It doesn't matter now</span>she decided.<span style=""font-style: italic"">The King may 'rule' Westeros, but I control the coin. He will find that he is unable to constantly eat and drink at all hours.</span>"
3657,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=125,2014-11-29T23:39:00,Sebastianbourg,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nuxipal <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22625013#p22625013"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Princess Baela Targaryen<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Red Keep, King's Landing</span></span><br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2013/228/0/7/house_targaryen_sigil_by_clockhound-d6igay5.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div><br/><br/>""Get him to listen. If he does not listen to a Stag, perhaps he will listen to a Dragon. He can sit his happy ass on the throne that my ancestor made with the swords of the slain and forged in dragonfire. If he does not sit on that throne, then he is no true King of Westeros. I will be heading back to the Embassy with the books then. If the small council requires my presence, you know exactly where to find me Lord Hand.""<br/><br/>She pushes her way past Lyonel and out into the hall to begin her descent from the tower and into the main part of the Keep. Secretly she hopes that she runs into the King on her way out to give him a good scolding. <span style=""font-style: italic"">It doesn't matter now</span> she decided. <span style=""font-style: italic"">The King may 'rule' Westeros, but I control the coin. He will find that he is unable to constantly eat and drink at all hours.</span></div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Sebasion Iranassar</span><br/><br/>Lord Sebasion Iranassar wandered around the Red Keep wishing to find the Targaryen princess that had been appointed Master of Coin by the King's Hand. As he was heading to the Hand's Tower he found her coming back into the main part of the Red Keep. Instantly, he called-out, ""Princess Baela Targaryen!""<br/>""Yes?""<br/>""I have an offer for you that I presume will greatly ease all the labours involved with your position as Master of Coin. I can personally loan the realm a considerable amount of money at a decent interest rate of course."""
3658,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=125,2014-11-29T23:57:00,Nuxipal,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Princess Baela Targaryen<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Red Keep, King's Landing</span></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2013/228/0/7/house_targaryen_sigil_by_clockhound-d6igay5.png""/></div><br/><br/>As she was trying to leave the new Master of Whipsers, the Lyseni man Sebasion Iranassar appeared before her.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Gods curse my luck</span>she thought as he called out to her. ""Yes?"" she said in a tone somewhere between annoyed and urgent. He asked a question. Inside she almost laughed, outside she kept walking. ""Walk with me for a moment Lord Iranassar and I will explain to you the troubles this Kingdom has. It all started with the Usurper and his spawn. The last few Usurper kings have all driven this Kingdom into a debt so large, it may take two generations to pay it off. If you wish to help, I would gladly take a hefty donation to the treasury to help pay off the Iron Bank for the next several years. In return, I'll be able to get you a holding of your own. Summerhall. While the main Palace there was destroyed, the castle walls are intact and the lands around it are rich and fertile. Your family has never shied away from paying for titles. Why should now be any different?""<br/><br/>She knew very well that the Iranassar family had bought land on the Rhoynar a generation ago and recently bought a Manor on the eastern side of Volantis nearly a mile from the Black Walls themselves. They were a growing power in Lys and in Valyria as a whole.<br/><br/>""Its up to you Sebasion. Help this country that we seem to have been drawn to and be rewarded, or you can hold onto your money and I will find someone else who will take Summerhall in exchange for coin. Until the time that the coffers are full again, this Usurper king will not find his halls stocked to the brim with all kinds of exotic foods and his whores will be barred from entering unless they do so knowing they will receive no coin for their 'services' nor coin for the bastards they produce."""
3659,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=125,2014-11-30T00:14:00,Sebastianbourg,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nuxipal <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22625204#p22625204"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Princess Baela Targaryen<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Red Keep, King's Landing</span></span><br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2013/228/0/7/house_targaryen_sigil_by_clockhound-d6igay5.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div><br/><br/>As she was trying to leave the new Master of Whipsers, the Lyseni man Sebasion Iranassar appeared before her. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Gods curse my luck</span> she thought as he called out to her. ""Yes?"" she said in a tone somewhere between annoyed and urgent. He asked a question. Inside she almost laughed, outside she kept walking. ""Walk with me for a moment Lord Iranassar and I will explain to you the troubles this Kingdom has. It all started with the Usurper and his spawn. The last few Usurper kings have all driven this Kingdom into a debt so large, it may take two generations to pay it off. If you wish to help, I would gladly take a hefty donation to the treasury to help pay off the Iron Bank for the next several years. In return, I'll be able to get you a holding of your own. Summerhall. While the main Palace there was destroyed, the castle walls are intact and the lands around it are rich and fertile. Your family has never shied away from paying for titles. Why should now be any different?""<br/><br/>She knew very well that the Iranassar family had bought land on the Rhoynar a generation ago and recently bought a Manor on the eastern side of Volantis nearly a mile from the Black Walls themselves. They were a growing power in Lys and in Valyria as a whole. <br/><br/>""Its up to you Sebasion. Help this country that we seem to have been drawn to and be rewarded, or you can hold onto your money and I will find someone else who will take Summerhall in exchange for coin. Until the time that the coffers are full again, this Usurper king will not find his halls stocked to the brim with all kinds of exotic foods and his whores will be barred from entering unless they do so knowing they will receive no coin for their 'services' nor coin for the bastards they produce.""</div></blockquote><br/>Lord Sebasion Iranassar had thousands, possibly millions of Golden Dragons that belonged to him alone (they weren't part of the Iranassar clan's greater fortune) and were in disuse stored in safes all around Lys and other Free Cities. Therefore, when offered lands and holdings in exchange for loans and donation he was thrilled. ""More-or-less how many Golden Dragons are we speaking-of, Princess Baela? That is, more-or-less how much does the realm owe and how much would Summerhall cost me?"""
3660,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=125,2014-11-30T00:25:00,Toronina,"<div align=""Center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d1/House_Baratheon.PNG""/></div><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Lyonel Baratheon</span></div><br/><div align=""Center"">Inside of the Red Keep</div><br/><br/>Lyonel decided to take the Princess's. He needed to speak the Eddard, and get him to sit on the throne, at least until the man died, which would be soon. He walked to the King's Chambers and knocked on the door. ""Eddard, open up!"" Lyonel called out. He had no response. ""Eddard, open the bloody door, or I will knock it down!"" He called out again. Still no response. 'More then likely the drunken sot got so drunk he won't wake up.' Lyonel eventually managed to knock down the door. He was more suited to politics then fighting. The stench was rotten, and Lyonel made sure not to smell at all. 'Somethings up' Lyonel thought. 'His room has smelt horrible but not this bad before.' Lyonel looked around. Seeing as he was nowhere else, Eddard had to be in the privy. Lyonel knew the stench, and he knew what awaited him. ""Eddard?"" he called out weakly before opening the door to the privy. What he saw horrified him.<br/><br/>Lyonel ran off right away. He had a horse saddled. There was no use in heading around the castle to tell everyone, the bells would take care of that. He rode down to the Sept of Baelor, and told the Septon's who were there what he had saw. By the time Lyonel arrived back at the keep, the bells were ringing."
3661,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=125,2014-11-30T00:46:00,Nuxipal,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Princess Baela Targaryen<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Red Keep, King's Landing</span></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2013/228/0/7/house_targaryen_sigil_by_clockhound-d6igay5.png""/></div><br/><br/>""The crown is in debt to the various noble houses in Westeros some five million gold dragons."" She let that sink in before hitting him with the worst part, ""However.."" she started. By this time they were nearing the exit of the Keep. They seem to have walked forever in the enormous structure. "".. the crown is also owes the Iron Bank forty million gold dragons. You ask me the price of Summerhall, I'd like the forty, but no lands are worth that. You get me 100,000 gold dragons its yours, then another half million dragons on loan to help us alleviate the problem of paying back the Iron Bank. I think I can talk them down on the loan rate, but they will never for.."" she is cut off by the sound of ringing bells.<br/><br/>""What in the Fourteen Flames is that sound? Why do these Septs always have bells ringing at the most inopportune moments."""
3662,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=125,2014-11-30T00:55:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nuxipal <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22625485#p22625485"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Princess Baela Targaryen<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Red Keep, King's Landing</span></span><br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2013/228/0/7/house_targaryen_sigil_by_clockhound-d6igay5.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div><br/><br/>""The crown is in debt to the various noble houses in Westeros some five million gold dragons."" She let that sink in before hitting him with the worst part, ""However.."" she started. By this time they were nearing the exit of the Keep. They seem to have walked forever in the enormous structure. "".. the crown is also owes the Iron Bank forty million gold dragons. You ask me the price of Summerhall, I'd like the forty, but no lands are worth that. You get me 100,000 gold dragons its yours, then another half million dragons on loan to help us alleviate the problem of paying back the Iron Bank. I think I can talk them down on the loan rate, but they will never for.."" she is cut off by the sound of ringing bells.<br/><br/>""What in the Fourteen Flames is that sound? Why do these Septs always have bells ringing at the most inopportune moments.""</div></blockquote><br/><div align=""Center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d1/House_Baratheon.PNG""/></div><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Lyonel Baratheon</span></div><br/><div align=""Center"">Inside of the Red Keep</div><br/><br/>Lyonel remembered that the Princess had not been here long, and likely did not know what the bells meant. He rode back down, figuring she would be at the Embassy by now."
3663,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=125,2014-11-30T01:05:00,Sebastianbourg,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nuxipal <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22625485#p22625485"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Princess Baela Targaryen<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Red Keep, King's Landing</span></span><br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2013/228/0/7/house_targaryen_sigil_by_clockhound-d6igay5.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div><br/><br/>""The crown is in debt to the various noble houses in Westeros some five million gold dragons."" She let that sink in before hitting him with the worst part, ""However.."" she started. By this time they were nearing the exit of the Keep. They seem to have walked forever in the enormous structure. "".. the crown is also owes the Iron Bank forty million gold dragons. You ask me the price of Summerhall, I'd like the forty, but no lands are worth that. You get me 100,000 gold dragons its yours, then another half million dragons on loan to help us alleviate the problem of paying back the Iron Bank. I think I can talk them down on the loan rate, but they will never for.."" she is cut off by the sound of ringing bells.<br/><br/>""What in the Fourteen Flames is that sound? Why do these Septs always have bells ringing at the most inopportune moments.""</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Sebasion Iranassar</span><br/><br/>Lord Sebasion Iranassar was about to respond to Princess Baela Targaryen's offer when the bells started ringing. At that moment the Targaryen Princess said, ""What in the Fourteen Flames is that sound? Why do these Septs always have bells ringing at the most inopportune moments.""<br/>""Whatever that sound is, I shall pass by the embassy to continue to discuss our plans, princess."""
3664,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=125,2014-11-30T01:24:00,Nuxipal,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Princess Baela Targaryen<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Valyrian Embassy, King's Landing</span></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2013/228/0/7/house_targaryen_sigil_by_clockhound-d6igay5.png""/></div><br/><br/>""Very well, I have work to get done. This damn Usurper King really needs someone to stop him from running this Kingdom into the ground."" With that she started down the street towards the embassy. As she arrived Lord Lyonel was arriving on Horseback.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Gods, this man is persistent</span>""My Lord Hand, what brings you to the Dragonpit? I haven't even gotten inside and you already are here again."" He looked as if he were in a rush, there was a look in his eyes as if he had seen something horrible and unexpected. ""Lyonel.. are you ok?"""
3665,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=125,2014-11-30T01:29:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nuxipal <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22625630#p22625630"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Princess Baela Targaryen<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Valyrian Embassy, King's Landing</span></span><br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2013/228/0/7/house_targaryen_sigil_by_clockhound-d6igay5.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div><br/><br/>""Very well, I have work to get done. This damn Usurper King really needs someone to stop him from running this Kingdom into the ground."" With that she started down the street towards the embassy. As she arrived Lord Lyonel was arriving on Horseback. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Gods, this man is persistent</span> ""My Lord Hand, what brings you to the Dragonpit? I haven't even gotten inside and you already are here again."" He looked as if he were in a rush, there was a look in his eyes as if he had seen something horrible and unexpected. ""Lyonel.. are you ok?""</div></blockquote><br/><div align=""Center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d1/House_Baratheon.PNG""/></div><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Lyonel Baratheon</span></div><br/><div align=""Center"">Inside of the Red Keep</div><br/><br/>Lyonel had a horrified look in his eyes. Eddard was meant to die, but that horribly, and the smell, by the Seven it was rotten. 'How long has he been dead for?' Lyonel wondered. He soon encountered the Princess, who asked if he was okay. ""I'm sure you have noticed the bell's ringing. When they ring like this, it means only one thing. Eddard is dead, I found him on the privy."" Lyonel stopped talking, feeling like he was about to vomit."
3666,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=125,2014-11-30T01:37:00,Nuxipal,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Princess Baela Targaryen<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Red Keep, King's Landing</span></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2013/228/0/7/house_targaryen_sigil_by_clockhound-d6igay5.png""/></div><br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">The King was dead? Already? That's two kings in less than a month.</span>""Do we know what killed him for sure? I may just hole up in the Embassy until everything settles. I knew he would die soon, but today? Today is too soon. What if my brother hears about this before we get the Kingdoms situated? He may decide to press his claim. You were at the Stepstones. That could be King's Landing. Fire and Blood across the land. While it is inevitable to happen at some point, right now is not the time. New Valyria must push further east and claim Qarth before we look west again.""<br/><br/>Baela looked genuinely worried. Her brother was another dragonrider, but she seemed to be distracted by some thought that was going through her head. The same look she had when she hurried out of the Tower to start leaving the Red Keep."
3667,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=125,2014-11-30T01:49:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nuxipal <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22625673#p22625673"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Princess Baela Targaryen<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Red Keep, King's Landing</span></span><br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2013/228/0/7/house_targaryen_sigil_by_clockhound-d6igay5.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div><br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">The King was dead? Already? That's two kings in less than a month.</span> ""Do we know what killed him for sure? I may just hole up in the Embassy until everything settles. I knew he would die soon, but today? Today is too soon. What if my brother hears about this before we get the Kingdoms situated? He may decide to press his claim. You were at the Stepstones. That could be King's Landing. Fire and Blood across the land. While it is inevitable to happen at some point, right now is not the time. New Valyria must push further east and claim Qarth before we look west again.""<br/><br/>Baela looked genuinely worried. Her brother was another dragonrider, but she seemed to be distracted by some thought that was going through her head. The same look she had when she hurried out of the Tower to start leaving the Red Keep.</div></blockquote><br/><div align=""Center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d1/House_Baratheon.PNG""/></div><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Lyonel Baratheon</span></div><br/><div align=""Center"">Inside of the Red Keep</div><br/><br/>""I don't know. His life style could have easily brought his death, but I have heard of two poisons that could easily make it look like he did. In the morning I mean to call another meeting."""
3668,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=125,2014-11-30T08:16:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Cassana was enjoying a pleasant nap when she was awoken by the chiming of the Great Sept's bells. Bells were so annoying, maybe she should ask Eddard to tear them down. Why were they even ringing? Was there some wedding that she had forgotten about? Cassana got up and changed into a beautiful, elaborate and most importantly expensive gown but as she turned to exit the room she found a note on the floor.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Sorry for what happened today; you must understand I am reasonably offended by your words. Meet me as soon as you awake in the morning.<br/>Sebasion</blockquote><br/><br/>What kind of apology was that? Still Cassana wanted him back as an ally and was sorry for what she had said. Then again he had called her easy, manipulative and power-hungry. Cassana re-read the note and decided to forgive him. She left her room and set out to find the Lynese, still mildly aware of the chiming of the bells."
3669,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=125,2014-11-30T09:03:00,Blobovia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kisinger <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22618128#p22618128"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alexander Fresinjoy, Kingsroad</span></span></span></div><br/> <br/><br/> A man approached heading towards him. he quickly put his hand to his sword hilt just inside his cloak, but the man did some thing very strange. He held up his hand as if to greet him. Alexander thought to himself ""What trick is this? Or is he actually trying to talk?"" Weighing the odds he held up his hand returning the gesture. But he quickly put his hand back to his sword hilt as his palm began to sweat from the anticipation. Alexander thought to himself one more ""He has similar equipment but was he a highwaymen? Or was he some type of idiotic nobility who ran off from their little home? Going to find out soon enough"" as he kept the same pace on his horse.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Ser Aedulf Branting</span></span><br/><br/>Aedulf adjusted his shield to be more visible to the encountering traveller. He was far from sure the man would recognize the golden cow skull on red field, as it didn't belong to any prominent house, but it was a way to show him his honest intentions.<br/>""Good day, stranger!"" Aedulf called out. ""Care for a chat?""<br/><br/>While his behaviour might make him look naive, Aedulf at the same prepared himself mentally for a possible ensuing battle. But if his intuition was correct, there would be no need for it to go so far.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Lady Lara Lannister</span></span><br/><br/>After the meeting with with the Targaryen princess and the Hand Lara headed for her own chambers. She would have to send a letter to Casterly Rock and explain the financial state Westeros were in for her old father. The tax problems had however given her an idea. The Crown could enact a new law and declare all land in the kingdoms which was not alredy owned by anyone else to be property of the Crown. And so, with a few strokes of a goose feather, the Crown would multiply its assets, which it could then put up for sale. This would include Sothoryos, Ulthos and Northos, in which plots of land could be sold to adventurous settlers...<br/><br/>Her thoughts were interrupted by the ring of bells. They rang the tone for death. The earlier conversation with lord Lyonel Baratheon came to mind. Could it be for the king whom the bells tolled? If so, gods forbid, who would take over? Lara had seen how Baela had cast longing glances upon the throne, but she wasn't the only one.<br/><br/>One of the other possible future queens walked in the corridor before her. Cassana Baratheon. Which would house Lannister support? Maybe someone else entirely?<br/><br/>She called out to her. ""Lady Cassana!"""
3670,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=125,2014-11-30T09:25:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>""Hm?"" Cassana was walking the hallways of the Red Keep when she heard someone yelling her name out. Cassana turned and saw lady Lara Lannister. They weren't particularly close but they had talked before and she liked the Lannister well enough. ""Lady Lara!"" Cassana called back to her, turning and walking up to her. ""Do you know why the bells are ringing?"" Cassana asked innocently ""I haven't missed a wedding have I?"""
3671,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=125,2014-11-30T10:04:00,Blobovia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Woodstovia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22627983#p22627983"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>""Hm?"" Cassana was walking the hallways of the Red Keep when she heard someone yelling her name out. Cassana turned and saw lady Lara Lannister. They weren't particularly close but they had talked before and she liked the Lannister well enough. ""Lady Lara!"" Cassana called back to her, turning and walking up to her. ""Do you know why the bells are ringing?"" Cassana asked innocently ""I haven't missed a wedding have I?""</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Lady Lara Lannister </span></span><br/><br/>""From the tone of it, I'd guess it's something more unpleasant,"" Lara said with a cynical voice.<br/><br/>Was this innocent maiden persona her real personality, or was it just a facade? Lara had heard whispers about her unusual cruelty towards the smallfolk, but she didn't know the truth in those rumors. Everyone gossiped about everyone, and sometimes there was a grain of truth in there, but most often not.<br/><br/>""We should see if we can find the others. If anyone surely knows what's going on, it must be your cousin."""
3672,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=125,2014-11-30T10:20:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Cassana smiled at Lara's words ""Don't be so pessimistic, I'm sure everything is fine."" when Lara asked about her cousin Cassana instantly knew which cousin she was talking about. Eddard never really knew anything. ""I don't know where Lyonel is, I last saw him in the tower of the hand but that was a while ago."" Just then a messenger rounded one of the corners and came face-to-face with Cassana, he looked nervous and slightly out of breath.<br/><br/>""Lady Cassana?"" he asked. Cassana nodded. ""His grace Eddard is dead."" Cassana looked at him for a moment and forced herself to snicker.<br/><br/>""This is a joke right? To test me? Eddard was only middle-aged, he isn't old enough to-"" the messenger stared at her solemnly and shook his head. Cassana broke down into tears then and grabbed Lara into an embrace. Her knees were weak and she had to lean into Lara to stop from collapsing."
3673,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=125,2014-11-30T11:24:00,Blobovia,"<span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lara Lannister</span></span><br/><br/>She had been right. While hardly unexpected, the news still came as a surprise to her. The king was dead! And with him, the little stability that had held the region together. Lara personally didn't grieve Eddard's death, but his demise made her worried for the future. She remembered the stories of the War of the Five Kings, and feared that a similar conflict now was inevitable.<br/><br/>Lady Cassana unexpectedly threw herself crying in Lara's arms. It was of course a terrible loss for the young woman, and Lara felt for her, but a part of her still enjoyed to hold the young attractive girl tight in her arms.<br/><br/>She didn't know what to say to console Cassana, so she remained quiet, and just let her lean on her chest as she held her."
3674,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=125,2014-11-30T11:37:00,United peoples of terra,"The serious, adventurous lad continued his journey down the kings road when he stopped suddenly seeing someone in the distance.armored, alone, likely a knight of some kind, or nobleman, or women hard to tell, hmm but what was this? another man further down the road and the two men appear to be greeting each other. Quickly getting down on the ground and crawling onto the grass Seamus would watch them from a distance, wary of the whole area for all he knew this was a duel or assassination or some sinister meeting.....on second thought, Seamus thought out loud before getting up and running over to the two men. let the insanity ensue."
3675,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=150,2014-11-30T11:59:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Cassana stayed in Lara's arms crying for a little while. How could Eddard have died so young? What would happen to the throne now? Lyonel would have it most likely. That just made Cassana cry more. Eventually she managed to pull herself together and pulled away from Lara who had been silently comforting her.<br/><br/>""Thank you for not pushing me away.."" Cassana said awkwardly, she was staring at the floor and all too aware that she was blushing out of embarrassment. She waited for a few seconds before talking again. ""So I guess Lyonel is king?"" she squeaked in a weak voice. Lyonel would probably have her thrown out of court."
3676,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=150,2014-11-30T12:10:00,Blobovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Ser Aedulf Branting</span></span><br/><br/>The sudden emersion of a second man took Aedulf by surrise. He halted his horse and draw his sword. The man was almost just a boy, but he could still be a threat, albeit not a serious one.<br/><br/>""Halt, lad! Who are you, and what is your errand?"" he shouted at the presumed robber.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Lady Lara Lannister</span></span><br/><br/>The blush on Cassana's cheeks only made her prettier, but Lara knew that she had to restrain herself. ""Don't mention it dear... Why would I have pushed you away?"" She proceeded to answer Cassana's question.<br/><br/>""I don't know... but regardless we need to get in contact with him as soon as possible. And don't worry, even if he does wish to kick you out, there are much more urgent matters to take care of first."""
3677,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=150,2014-11-30T12:17:00,Toronina,"<div align=""Center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d1/House_Baratheon.PNG""/></div><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Lyonel Baratheon</span></div><br/><div align=""Center"">Inside of the Red Keep</div><br/><br/>Lyonel had trouble sleeping that night, remembering the dead body of Eddard. 'He wasn't supposed to die like that' Lyonel thought. It had taken while to get to sleep, and only after he had woken the Grand Maester for some Dreamwine. When he had woken up, he knew what must be done. He sat in the hall and ate his breakfast quickly. Afterwards he had sent a servant to wake up the rest of the Small Council, and call them to the meeting."
3678,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=150,2014-11-30T12:29:00,Nuxipal,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Princess Baela Targaryen<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Valyrian Embassy, King's Landing</span></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2013/228/0/7/house_targaryen_sigil_by_clockhound-d6igay5.png""/></div><br/><br/><br/>The morning came too soon. With it a messenger from the Lord Hand Lyonel. However, instead of making for the Red Keep, Baela sent a return message.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Lord Hand Lyonel Baratheon<br/><br/>I will be late to the Small Council meeting. There are guests at the Embassy that I must see to. Please convene without me until such a time that I can make it to the Red Keep.<br/><br/>-Princess Baela Targaryen, Master of Coin</blockquote><br/><br/>With the message sent she returned to her duty. Her Uncle, Gaemon Targaryen, had arrived in King's Landing the night before to deliver orders from her father. Or supposedly from her father. She had no intention of following them however as it commanded her to return to the Black Walls and take either her brother or the Emperor as her husband. She had a great deal of work to do to get rid of Gaemon without killing him. Perhaps have the Velaryon cousins take him to Driftmark citing that the city was too Dangerous for the Prince as he was third in line for the throne. Something had to be done."
3679,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=150,2014-11-30T12:42:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Cassana could barely sleep that night, she was stricken by nightmares of Lyonel, Eddard and her father. When she awoke she was tired and angry, she dressed in a black gown (since she was in mourning); one which was not as elaborately made or as expensive as many of her other dresses.<br/><br/>She had been summoned for a small council meeting and she wasn't looking forward to it. Most likely it would just be Lyonel bragging about becoming king before he fired her and sent her on her way to Lord Swann's castle.<br/><br/>When she arrived in the small council chambers Cassana found Lyonel waiting for her, she curtsied while staring at the floor humbly and took a seat as far away from him as possible."
3680,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=150,2014-11-30T12:50:00,Alderann,"KINGS LANDING<br/><br/>Lord William inspected his Knights and their mounts before they departed Kings Landing. Lord William himself ride a pure white steed named mist. A pure breed steed which was very expensive standing at 22 hands high, the steed was an example of perfection.<br/><br/>Before departing Kings Landing Lord William heard the bells ringing, a stiff facial expression came over him. One that he did not show often, most of the time he was a jokster and arrogant but now he had a look of seriousness.<br/><br/>He summoned one of his Knights to his side.<br/>"" do you hear that? That signals the king is dead. And now the game begins. You will go to the red keep and find the lady Baratheon. You will offer her safety in the Vale with us. After what I saw from her cousin, she is not safe and neither is anyone else. Go now we, I will wait for you outside of kings landing.""<br/><br/>the look and tone on Willams face was one of a man that knew what had to be done. The knight responded back that he understood and went to the red keep to search out the lady Baratheon.<br/><br/>While William and the rest of his Knights rode out of the gates."
3681,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=150,2014-11-30T12:55:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Woodstovia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22629565#p22629565"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Cassana could barely sleep that night, she was stricken by nightmares of Lyonel, Eddard and her father. When she awoke she was tired and angry, she dressed in a black gown (since she was in mourning); one which was not as elaborately made or as expensive as many of her other dresses. <br/><br/>She had been summoned for a small council meeting and she wasn't looking forward to it. Most likely it would just be Lyonel bragging about becoming king before he fired her and sent her on her way to Lord Swann's castle.<br/><br/>When she arrived in the small council chambers Cassana found Lyonel waiting for her, she curtsied while staring at the floor humbly and took a seat as far away from him as possible.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d1/House_Baratheon.PNG""/></div><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Lyonel Baratheon</span></div><br/><div align=""Center"">Inside of the Red Keep</div><br/><br/>""Cousin, please sit, we have something important to discuss."" Lyonel said, sounding tired. He eyes were bloodshot, and it was obvious he could not get to sleep last night. ""We must wait for the others to arrive."""
3682,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=150,2014-11-30T13:29:00,United peoples of terra,"Seamus slowed after the knight called out to him or at least what appeared to be a knight and spoke out to him in response after a few seconds of silence"" Greetings! i am on no errand thou im afraid however milord im just a bit of a traveler..and sometimes sell sword, i was just on my way to kings landing but saw you two,I wonder is this some kind of duel you both seemed a bit ready slit each others throats"" Seamus finished all the while looking rather cold and serious while somehow sounding cherry and serene."
3683,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=150,2014-11-30T13:44:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>""I know what happened your grace, I suppose I have to congratulate you on your ascension to the throne."" Cassana spoke meekly and stared at the floor, not wanting to look at Lyonel's smug and satisfied face. Maybe if she begged him and tried to be kinder he'd allow her to stay in some sort of position."
3684,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=150,2014-11-30T15:47:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Woodstovia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22630498#p22630498"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>""I know what happened your grace, I suppose I have to congratulate you on your ascension to the throne."" Cassana spoke meekly and stared at the floor, not wanting to look at Lyonel's smug and satisfied face. Maybe if she begged him and tried to be kinder he'd allow her to stay in some sort of position.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d1/House_Baratheon.PNG""/></div><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Lyonel Baratheon</span></div><br/><div align=""Center"">Inside of the Red Keep</div><br/><br/>""Me, king? I may have been Eddard's heir, but I would rather stay as Hand. Being king is a thankless job, I would prefer to work behind the scenes."" Said Lyonel. ""The coronation has not, and will not happen for me."""
3685,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=150,2014-11-30T16:08:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Cassana stared almost open-mouthed at Lyonel. He wasn't king? Then who was? What was going on, had he really just passed up on the opportunity? ""Then who is king? Did you pass it over and give it to your son? If not then what's going on? Who's in charge?"""
3686,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=150,2014-11-30T16:20:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Woodstovia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22632569#p22632569"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Cassana stared almost open-mouthed at Lyonel. He wasn't king? Then who was? What was going on, had he really just passed up on the opportunity? ""Then who is king? Did you pass it over and give it to your son? If not then what's going on? Who's in charge?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d1/House_Baratheon.PNG""/></div><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Lyonel Baratheon</span></div><br/><div align=""Center"">Inside of the Red Keep</div><br/><br/>""Who is to be king will be decided when the rest of the Small Council get here. Our Master of Coin has told us not to wait for her, but this meeting needs every member."""
3687,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=150,2014-11-30T17:01:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Cassana stared at Lyonel, blinking a few times while trying to fully digest what she was hearing. They were going to decide who would take the throne? She felt like she was going to cry again, not out of sadness but out of excitement. She was in reach of becoming queen! Just like that! But then another concern passed her mind. ""But then if you don't want to be king I'd be the only member of house Baratheon who could get the throne! Cousin you have to vote for me!"""
3688,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=150,2014-11-30T17:27:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Woodstovia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22633261#p22633261"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Cassana stared at Lyonel, blinking a few times while trying to fully digest what she was hearing. They were going to decide who would take the throne? She felt like she was going to cry again, not out of sadness but out of excitement. She was in reach of becoming queen! Just like that! But then another concern passed her mind. ""But then if you don't want to be king I'd be the only member of house Baratheon who could get the throne! Cousin you have to vote for me!""</div></blockquote><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d1/House_Baratheon.PNG""/></div><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Lyonel Baratheon</span></div><br/><div align=""Center"">Inside of the Red Keep</div><br/><br/>Lyonel stared back at Cassana. ""Do I cousin? I have three sons, who I could give my vote for. I could give my vote to the Targaryen girl. I will vote for who I think is best, and let's me stay as hand."""
3689,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=150,2014-11-30T17:34:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>""You'd rather give the throne to a 17 year old girl who would make us all vassals of New Valyria than your cousin? We need to stay together and vote together for the future of house Baratheon! Of course I'd let you be my hand, I'll do anything you ask me for if you vote for me."" Cassana was beginning to get desperate. She needed every vote. And to be queen... even if she only lasted two weeks to simply taste being queen! ""The Targaryen girl would just appoint her brother as hand and when she becomes queen she has dragons to enforce her will. With me you'd be able to remove me easily! Please cousin, please!"""
3690,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=150,2014-11-30T17:46:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Woodstovia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22633701#p22633701"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>""You'd rather give the throne to a 17 year old girl who would make us all vassals of New Valyria than your cousin? We need to stay together and vote together for the future of house Baratheon! Of course I'd let you be my hand, I'll do anything you ask me for if you vote for me."" Cassana was beginning to get desperate. She needed every vote. And to be queen... even if she only lasted two weeks to simply taste being queen! ""The Targaryen girl would just appoint her brother as hand and when she becomes queen she has dragons to enforce her will. With me you'd be able to remove me easily! Please cousin, please!""</div></blockquote><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d1/House_Baratheon.PNG""/></div><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Lyonel Baratheon</span></div><br/><div align=""Center"">Inside of the Red Keep</div><br/><br/>""I am thinking about it. I will wait to hear the decisions of the other members first."""
3691,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=150,2014-11-30T17:52:00,Sebastianbourg,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Sebasion Iranassar</span><br/><br/>Lord Sebasion Iranassar had been silent for the entirety of the Small Council's meeting; he had no claim to the throne and the late King wasn't close to him at all since they had never met (he couldn't remember whether he hadn't met him or had met him once). However, when he became aware of the confusion surrounding who would become king it became apparent he was to vote on who would be crowned monarch of the Seven Kingdoms. ""Why don't we declare a regency until the best choice for monarch is decided upon? Alternatively, we could declare ourselves—the members of the Small Council—the collective holders of the throne? It seems to me that is the best option in these turbulent and bewildering times."""
3692,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=150,2014-11-30T18:50:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Sebastianbourg <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22633969#p22633969"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Sebasion Iranassar</span><br/><br/>Lord Sebasion Iranassar had been silent for the entirety of the Small Council's meeting; he had no claim to the throne and the late King wasn't close to him at all since they had never met (he couldn't remember whether he hadn't met him or had met him once). However, when he became aware of the confusion surrounding who would become king it became apparent he was to vote on who would be crowned monarch of the Seven Kingdoms. ""Why don't we declare a regency until the best choice for monarch is decided upon? Alternatively, we could declare ourselves—the members of the Small Council—the collective holders of the throne? It seems to me that is the best option in these turbulent and bewildering times.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d1/House_Baratheon.PNG""/></div><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Lyonel Baratheon</span></div><br/><div align=""Center"">Inside of the Red Keep</div><br/><br/>Lyonel had not noticed the Master of Whisperers had entered. ""Lord Sebasion, I did not see you enter. Your suggestion is a good one. Mayhaps we should."""
3693,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=150,2014-11-30T18:53:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>""No!"" Cassana snapped immediately, she wasn't about to let this chance slip through her fingertips. ""That could never work, you've seen how we all argue. There needs to be one figure in charge to make sure anything actually gets done. And that figure would most likely be the king's hand, in which case Lyonel may as well be king! Besides, how do you think the smallfolk would react? Or the lords? Confusion would run amok. We wouldn't even be able to appoint people to the council since we'd all disagree and nobody would be in charge. We need one ruler to survive."""
3694,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=150,2014-11-30T19:01:00,Sebastianbourg,"<blockquote><div><cite>Woodstovia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22634856#p22634856"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>""No!"" Cassana snapped immediately, she wasn't about to let this chance slip through her fingertips. ""That could never work, you've seen how we all argue. There needs to be one figure in charge to make sure anything actually gets done. And that figure would most likely be the king's hand, in which case Lyonel may as well be king! Besides, how do you think the smallfolk would react? Or the lords? Confusion would run amok. We wouldn't even be able to appoint people to the council since we'd all disagree and nobody would be in charge. We need one ruler to survive.""</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Sebasion Iranassar</span><br/><br/>""Lady Cassana, this would be a provisional measure of course; I don't see how it would be confusing for the nobles. Indeed the smallfolk are uneducated and would need someone to explain the political situation of the realm but it is entirely possible to explain it to them. If formalities particularly concern you then all members of the Small Council could be titled co-King/co-Queen and received the style of 'Your Grace' as is customary for monarchs. Of course it is not a perfect solution to the current turmoil and uncertainty in the realm but it strikes me (and visibly the Lord Lyonel as well) as the best solution for the Seven Kingdoms. In essence, we have all collectively assumed the throne (or unknowledgeably declared a regency) since Lord Lyonel has rejected the crown and no-one else has claimed it. Oh, we are the Council; there is no need to appoint anyone else, my lady."""
3695,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=150,2014-11-30T19:10:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>""I claim it!"" declared Cassana immediately ""I claim the throne, and if you need a formal deceleration I Cassana of the house Baratheon wish to be known as Cassana of the house Baratheon the first of her name, Queen of the Andals and the First Men, Lady of the Seven Kingdoms and Protector of the Realm"" Cassana rattled off the titles quickly, speaking in a whiny childlike voice which betrayed her true immaturity and age. ""The lords all know me, the smallfolk too and even though most of them don't know me personally I'm popular because of my beauty; there'd be no uncertainty or fear or at least less than if it was suddenly decided that there were multiple kings and queens."""
3696,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=150,2014-11-30T19:30:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Woodstovia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22635062#p22635062"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>""I claim it!"" declared Cassana immediately ""I claim the throne, and if you need a formal deceleration I Cassana of the house Baratheon wish to be known as Cassana of the house Baratheon the first of her name, Queen of the Andals and the First Men, Lady of the Seven Kingdoms and Protector of the Realm"" Cassana rattled off the titles quickly, speaking in a whiny childlike voice which betrayed her true immaturity and age. ""The lords all know me, the smallfolk too and even though most of them don't know me personally I'm popular because of my beauty; there'd be no uncertainty or fear or at least more than if it was suddenly decided that there were multiple kings and queens.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d1/House_Baratheon.PNG""/></div><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Lyonel Baratheon</span></div><br/><div align=""Center"">Inside of the Red Keep</div><br/><br/>""Cassana Baratheon!"" Lyonel yelled. ""Be quiet, or I will expel you from the chambers!"" Calming down a bit, Lyonel continued to speak. ""I support Lord Sebasion plans. We will vote on who will be king or queen. Your claim falls to pieces if I declare my eldest son King. I am the former Hand of the King, Lord of Storm's End, and Lord Paramount of the Stormlands, I have a much better claim yet I am giving it up. Do not provoke me cousin. You will be Queen if the Small Council decrees so."""
3697,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=150,2014-11-30T20:16:00,Sebastianbourg,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Sebasion Iranassar</span><br/><br/>Lord Sebasion was extremely frustrated at Lady Cassana's attempts to claim the throne for herself. Nevertheless, he reaffirmed his position that the Small Council should become the collective head-of-state and recognised he had no rightful claim to the throne by saying, ""I have no claim to the throne since I am a foreigner; therefore, voting for myself would be useless. In that case, I vote for no-one and wish for the Small Council to<span style=""font-style: italic"">officially</span>assume the rule of the realm as the collective monarch of the Seven Kingdoms. As I have said before, we can all receive the titles and styles traditionally given to the monarch if that is what bothers Lady Cassana Baratheon."" Having said that to the entire Small Council he faced Lady Cassana and said, ""My lady, you shall be made the monarch if you so desire but so shall all the members of the Small Council as the collective heads of the realm."
3698,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=150,2014-11-30T21:08:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>""I'm not concerned about titles, this meeting is to decide where the crown goes so why declare a co-king thingy in this meeting just to have more meetings about where the crown goes? Lets just decide here once and for all who becomes queen or king."" Cassana was angry with the Lynese. What happened to their alliance? ""And besides lord Iranassar I'm still unwed and if I was queen I could take any man in the world as my husband."" Cassana smiled at him, not being subtle at all with her implications."
3699,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=150,2014-11-30T21:32:00,Sebastianbourg,"<blockquote><div><cite>Woodstovia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22636281#p22636281"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>""I'm not concerned about titles, this meeting is to decide where the crown goes so why declare a co-king thingy in this meeting just to have more meetings about where the crown goes? Lets just decide here once and for all who becomes queen or king."" Cassana was angry with the Lynese. What happened to their alliance? ""And besides lord Iranassar I'm still unwed and if I was queen I could take any man in the world as my husband."" Cassana smiled at him, not being subtle at all with her implications.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Sebasion Iranassar</span><br/><br/>Lord Sebasion Iranassar obviously knew what she meant with the bit about marriage, ""I was under the impression that you were only concerned with the formalities and titles and styles of the monarch. Since you have clarified your position I vote for you considering your claim to be the strongest amidst the internal turmoil the realm is facing. However, the Small Council has no legal right to declare a monarch and so I would suggest Lord Lyonel assumes the throne and immediately abdicates in favour of the would-be monarch this honourable council elects. Although unrelated, I firmly believe the realm's law should be codified into a basic law—a constitution that would be proclaimed by Lord Lyonel in his capacity of monarch."""
3700,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=175,2014-11-30T22:54:00,Nuxipal,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Princess Baela Targaryen<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Red Keep, King's Landing</span></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2013/228/0/7/house_targaryen_sigil_by_clockhound-d6igay5.png""/></div><br/><br/>Princess Baela Targaryen entered the Small Council chamber. She was in armor again, sword at her side and what looked like bloodstains marring what was normally immaculate hair. She took her seat next to Lyonel. Her heavy, labored breathing indicating that she had been in some kind of confrontation. ""Excuse my tardiness. I had an unexpected visit from my Uncle. Unfortunately he won't be setting foot inside the Red Keep anytime soon to visit.""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Nor will he be leaving the Dragonpit anytime soon either</span>she thought as she finished her sentence. She had tried to have him subdued as soon as he found out about the King's death. Of course he intended to claim the throne himself.<br/><br/><br/>""Now, who have we decided on to be the new King or Queen of Westeros? Who all has put forth a claim for that matter? I presume Lyonel has, but I am not sure who else would. Have the Ravens even flown regarding the King's death?"""
3701,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=175,2014-12-01T00:03:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nuxipal <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22637015#p22637015"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Princess Baela Targaryen<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Red Keep, King's Landing</span></span><br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2013/228/0/7/house_targaryen_sigil_by_clockhound-d6igay5.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div><br/><br/>Princess Baela Targaryen entered the Small Council chamber. She was in armor again, sword at her side and what looked like bloodstains marring what was normally immaculate hair. She took her seat next to Lyonel. Her heavy, labored breathing indicating that she had been in some kind of confrontation. ""Excuse my tardiness. I had an unexpected visit from my Uncle. Unfortunately he won't be setting foot inside the Red Keep anytime soon to visit."" <span style=""font-style: italic"">Nor will he be leaving the Dragonpit anytime soon either</span> she thought as she finished her sentence. She had tried to have him subdued as soon as he found out about the King's death. Of course he intended to claim the throne himself.<br/><br/><br/>""Now, who have we decided on to be the new King or Queen of Westeros? Who all has put forth a claim for that matter? I presume Lyonel has, but I am not sure who else would. Have the Ravens even flown regarding the King's death?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d1/House_Baratheon.PNG""/></div><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Lyonel Baratheon</span></div><br/><div align=""Center"">Inside of the Red Keep</div><br/><br/>""Not quite yet, we are waiting for Lady Lannister. This is an important meeting. My cousin has put a claim in for herself, Lord Sebasion recommends we all rule as a council, I have not chosen anyone nor put myself as a candidate. And yes, the ravens have flown to all the major lords."
3702,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=175,2014-12-01T00:47:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Cassana sat back, smiling to herself quite smugly after lord Iranassar decided to vote for her. Then the Targaryen girl entered the council chambers, wearing armor and with hair stained with blood. Cassana looked at her nervously, taking the occasional glance at Iranassar or Lyonel to ask them with her eyes what the Targaryen had done. Neither had a reply. When Lyonel told the girl of Cassana's claim she was reminded that nobody else had actually put forth a claim and felt quite satisfied with herself. ""Your cousin has a name."" was all Cassana said when Lyonel was done."
3703,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=175,2014-12-01T01:06:00,Blobovia,"<blockquote><div><cite>United peoples of terra <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22630280#p22630280"">wrote</a>:</cite>Seamus slowed after the knight called out to him or at least what appeared to be a knight and spoke out to him in response after a few seconds of silence"" Greetings! i am on no errand thou im afraid however milord im just a bit of a traveler..and sometimes sell sword, i was just on my way to kings landing but saw you two,I wonder is this some kind of duel you both seemed a bit ready slit each others throats"" Seamus finished all the while looking rather cold and serious while somehow sounding cherry and serene.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Ser Aedulf Branting</span></span><br/><br/>The hedgeknight slowly put his sword back into the scabbard, but his hand remained on the hilt.<br/><br/>""I am no lord, but a simple hedgeknight. You may address me as Ser Branting. Me and this other man are but travellers on the Kingsroad, and I thought it'd be nice to have some small talk with the first person I've seen in almost a week, and perhaps exchange news. Not that it really concerns you, green boy."" Aedulf looked up to the other man, to see how he had reacted to all this.<br/><br/>""And what in the seven hells did you mean by running up like that? You could've gotten yourself killed! I almost took you for a common thief.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""The youth of today... no manners""</span>, he thought."
3704,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=175,2014-12-01T01:36:00,Nuxipal,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Princess Baela Targaryen<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Red Keep, King's Landing</span></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2013/228/0/7/house_targaryen_sigil_by_clockhound-d6igay5.png""/></div><br/><br/>""Wait, so Cassana has put forth her name to be Queen then? Well as a common courtesy to my Uncle, I must put forth his name to be crowned King of Westeros... and with that out of the way we can actually discuss who will be the ruler. No offense Cassana, but you are very young and putting a woman on the throne who is your age, or my age for that matter, would surely lead some to believe that the realm is weak. If Lyonel does not put his name or the names of one of his sons forward, then I am unsure of whom to vote for. Also I should inquire the Lord Hand on one thing."" She looks at him and asks plainly, ""Since we last spoke, have the papers been finalized regarding Dragonstone? You know that is the primary reason for my visit to Westeros. Two Kings later I would have hoped that I had been successful, however, those two Kings died within a month of each other. I need to know the status of Dragonstone.""<br/><br/>She was slowly returning to her normal self. She was shaking as she spoke, but was calming down quickly. Her eyes kept darting from door to door almost as if she was expecting someone to come bursting through. Clearly whatever had happened to her that morning wasn't going to have her thinking completely clear."
3705,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=175,2014-12-01T02:03:00,Blobovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Lady Lara Lannister</span></span><br/><br/>Lara had gotten a better night's sleep than Cassana or Lyonel, but it had still been late, and she had had to take a glass of wine before to calm her nerves before going to sleep.<br/><br/>She awoke well before daybreak, unable to go back to sleep. Eventually she decided to get up and use the time to write a letter to her father in Lannisham. Ravens were surely already on their way, but the information they carried wouldn't be just as detailed.<br/><br/>Still in her nightgown, she called up one of her servants, a young man and a distant cousin, Lara had forgotten exactly how they were related. ""I want you to take this letter to Casterly Rock and my father. You are to depart immediately.""<br/><br/>The sun had still not risen. With nothing else to do, and hours before breakfast, she decided to braid her hair. It was one of few womenly chores she actually enjoyed, even if she preferred the more ""barbaric"" style of the male mountain clan braids, rather than the traditional for ladies at court.<br/><br/>She got dressed, dark clothes due to the occassion, and broke fast in solitude. The council was having a new meeting in the morning, and she couldn't be late another time. It would appear as if she neglected her duties. Lara finished her meal and hurried trough the halls of the Red Keep.<br/><br/>When she burst through the doors of the council chamber, she saw that everyone but her already were there, again. Wasn't she on time? Yes, yes she was, it was the other ones who had been early. And she could understand it, especially the both Baratheons who seemed to have been up grieving all night. Still, it didn't feel good to have been left out from the initial discussions a second time."
3706,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=175,2014-12-01T02:41:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nuxipal <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22637871#p22637871"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Princess Baela Targaryen<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Red Keep, King's Landing</span></span><br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2013/228/0/7/house_targaryen_sigil_by_clockhound-d6igay5.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div><br/><br/>""Wait, so Cassana has put forth her name to be Queen then? Well as a common courtesy to my Uncle, I must put forth his name to be crowned King of Westeros... and with that out of the way we can actually discuss who will be the ruler. No offense Cassana, but you are very young and putting a woman on the throne who is your age, or my age for that matter, would surely lead some to believe that the realm is weak. If Lyonel does not put his name or the names of one of his sons forward, then I am unsure of whom to vote for. Also I should inquire the Lord Hand on one thing."" She looks at him and asks plainly, ""Since we last spoke, have the papers been finalized regarding Dragonstone? You know that is the primary reason for my visit to Westeros. Two Kings later I would have hoped that I had been successful, however, those two Kings died within a month of each other. I need to know the status of Dragonstone.""<br/><br/>She was slowly returning to her normal self. She was shaking as she spoke, but was calming down quickly. Her eyes kept darting from door to door almost as if she was expecting someone to come bursting through. Clearly whatever had happened to her that morning wasn't going to have her thinking completely clear.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d1/House_Baratheon.PNG""/></div><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Lyonel Baratheon</span></div><br/><div align=""Center"">Inside of the Red Keep</div><br/><br/>""Dragonstone, Claw Isle and Driftmark are yours, and Stonedance and Sharp Point have been returned to the control of the Stormlands."" The former hand sighed, he did not want to name himself king, nor one of his sons. ""Cassana, you are much to young to rule, and Westeros will remain independent of New Valyria, I swore that on the Stepstones. I do not wish to do this, but if the Lords Paramount agree, which I think they will, I will name myself or one of my sons king."" It was obvious in Lyonel's eyes that he didn't wish this upon himself. ""The Lords and Ladys Harlaw, Tyrell, Stark, Tully, Royce, Martell and Lannister will have messages sent to them, asking for their thoughts."" Lyonel swore on the Stepstones that a Targaryen would never sit the Iron Throne, and Lyonel knew what Cassana was liked. 'Seven save us all if she becomes king' Lyonel thought. ""Until such a time, we will go with Lord Sebasion's idea, the Small Council will control the throne."""
3707,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=175,2014-12-01T04:25:00,Blobovia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Toronina <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22638052#p22638052"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Nuxipal <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22637871#p22637871"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Princess Baela Targaryen<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Red Keep, King's Landing</span></span><br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2013/228/0/7/house_targaryen_sigil_by_clockhound-d6igay5.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div><br/><br/>""Wait, so Cassana has put forth her name to be Queen then? Well as a common courtesy to my Uncle, I must put forth his name to be crowned King of Westeros... and with that out of the way we can actually discuss who will be the ruler. No offense Cassana, but you are very young and putting a woman on the throne who is your age, or my age for that matter, would surely lead some to believe that the realm is weak. If Lyonel does not put his name or the names of one of his sons forward, then I am unsure of whom to vote for. Also I should inquire the Lord Hand on one thing."" She looks at him and asks plainly, ""Since we last spoke, have the papers been finalized regarding Dragonstone? You know that is the primary reason for my visit to Westeros. Two Kings later I would have hoped that I had been successful, however, those two Kings died within a month of each other. I need to know the status of Dragonstone.""<br/><br/>She was slowly returning to her normal self. She was shaking as she spoke, but was calming down quickly. Her eyes kept darting from door to door almost as if she was expecting someone to come bursting through. Clearly whatever had happened to her that morning wasn't going to have her thinking completely clear.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d1/House_Baratheon.PNG""/></div><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Lyonel Baratheon</span></div><br/><div align=""Center"">Inside of the Red Keep</div><br/><br/>""Dragonstone, Claw Isle and Driftmark are yours, and Stonedance and Sharp Point have been returned to the control of the Stormlands."" The former hand sighed, he did not want to name himself king, nor one of his sons. ""Cassana, you are much to young to rule, and Westeros will remain independent of New Valyria, I swore that on the Stepstones. I do not wish to do this, but if the Lords Paramount agree, which I think they will, I will name myself or one of my sons king."" It was obvious in Lyonel's eyes that he didn't wish this upon himself. ""The Lords and Ladys Harlaw, Tyrell, Stark, Tully, Royce, Martell and Lannister will have messages sent to them, asking for their thoughts."" Lyonel swore on the Stepstones that a Targaryen would never sit the Iron Throne, and Lyonel knew what Cassana was liked. 'Seven save us all if she becomes king' Lyonel thought. ""Until such a time, we will go with Lord Sebasion's idea, the Small Council will control the throne.""</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Lady Lara Lannister</span></span><br/><br/>Lara took a seat by the table. ""Lord Hand, let me just interject that I've sent an unofficial message earlier this morning to Casterly Rock, and that my father and house Lannister should soon be informed about the situation. I state that I support the regency of the council until a sole ruler can be found, but just for the record maybe we shall see which names that can claim the right to the throne. Three of them are present in this room. And they have relatives, close as well as distant, with the same claim. Is there anyone else?""<br/><br/>In Lara's opinion, lord Lyonel might be the best option. Or at least the least bad one. Cassana was still too immature to rule a kingdom, not to mention seven, and while she liked Baela as a person, she certainly didn't want Westeros to become a New Valyrian colony under the Targaryen dynasty. Her own house couldn't claim the Iron Throne by themselves, no matter how much they wanted, but would eventually have to pick a side."
3708,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=175,2014-12-01T09:46:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Cassana seemed to curl up into herself, Lyonel was lord of Storm's end and lord paramount of the Stormlands as well as king's hand and cousin to the king. Yet he thirsted for more. He had STorm's end and the Stormlands. Why couldn't he just let her have something? She felt a lurch in her stomach and almost broke down into tears again. She had always wanted to be quuen since she was a child, but everyone knew that the title would go to Eddard and his sons. Now her dream was within her grasp, she had won it. Everyone had been agreeing that she was the best candidate. And now Lyonel steps in for another moment in the spotlight.<br/><br/>Cassana found herself staring at the floor silently, letting the conversation flow around her. She had to try, even if it made Lyonel hate her; even if they didn't agree she had to try something! ""You've got the Stormlands, Storm's end, the ear of every lord in the realm and the position of king's hand and now you want something else cousin? Truth be told while everyone murmurs about how you're the best man for the job I think you'd make for a bad king. The people are scared and dislike the crown, we're not going to grasp their loyalty by putting a crown on a rock like you cousin, we all saw your great diplomatic skills when you made an eternal ally out of lord Ironstone. I'm well liked by everyone and still unmarried so that the crown can find a strong ally, be it a lord paramount or someone from outside the confines of Westeros."" she shot Baela a glance when she said that. ""I'll give you one thing cousin you are smarter than me, but that's why you'd be so much more suited to being the hand of the king; we'd get all of your intelligence and management with my diplomatic skills and popularity. It'd be the best choice imaginable."""
3709,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=175,2014-12-01T10:34:00,Nuxipal,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Princess Baela Targaryen<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Red Keep, King's Landing</span></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2013/228/0/7/house_targaryen_sigil_by_clockhound-d6igay5.png""/></div><br/><br/>As the conversation shifted between the two Baratheons, Baela began to try and determine if there was anyone else with a claim. She knew there were some Blackfyre claimants somewhere in Essos, probably hidden in Tyrosh or Lys. They wouldn't hear of the problem anytime soon. Everyone of her relatives had a good claim, with the exception of the Velaryons unless you wanted to go way back. The Baratheons were the only Westerosi House she could think of with a good claim. Surely others had weaker claims, but nothing that they could gain support for. When Cassana mentioned that she was unmarried and looked to Baela she shivered a bit.<span style=""font-style: italic"">If she means to marry my brother or some other Targaryen then she would be dooming her own cause. She wouldn't do that</span>thought Baela as she took her turn to speak.<br/><br/>""What we need is a Grand Council. If Lyonel does not wish to have the Throne himself, then we should assemble the Lords Paramount at a neutral location and have them decide on the new King of Westeros. Cassana, while you may have a good claim, it is not above that of Lyonel or his children. Legally, Lyonel is the heir. Followed by his sons. Then you. My family made sure that was the way it worked during the Dance of the Dragons when the Small council declared that Aegon would be King over Rhaenyra. Otherwise, you would still be behind Lyonel in terms of Succession. I say let the Lords Paramount come to the decision. The last time the Small Council decided who was to be King the realm burned and both claimants died. This time I don't think the war would be as cut and dry as Black vs Green. It would be Gold vs Black vs Red or possibly more reds. Lyonel, for the time being, I suggest you accept the mantle of King of the Iron Throne until the Lords Paramount meet. You can then step down upon their decision on who the new King should be. Leaving the seat vacant too long invites my relatives to raise armies and cross the Narrow Sea. The small council deciding alone could cause civil war.""<br/><br/>She looked at the other members of the council. ""If Lord Lyonel does not accept this, I will sit on the Throne until the Lords Paramount make a decision. My family won't dare attack so long as Caeliphon and I claim to hold the throne. She is the second largest of the Dragons known to exist and isn't far behind the largest of them. It is no secret that I have rejected marriage proposals from the Emperor and from my own brother on multiple occasions. I will not have Westeros become a colony of New Valyria. There are Westerosi Lords who are alive today because of my promises. On Sunstone, the last and one of the largest stepstones, I promised the garrison that they would be spared if they surrendered. When they did my brother wished to burn them all, while I held firm on my promise. I now promise to you, that if this is the decision of the Council, I will protect the Throne until a time when the Lords Paramount make their decision."""
3710,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=175,2014-12-01T12:22:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Woodstovia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22639917#p22639917"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Cassana seemed to curl up into herself, Lyonel was lord of Storm's end and lord paramount of the Stormlands as well as king's hand and cousin to the king. Yet he thirsted for more. He had STorm's end and the Stormlands. Why couldn't he just let her have something? She felt a lurch in her stomach and almost broke down into tears again. She had always wanted to be quuen since she was a child, but everyone knew that the title would go to Eddard and his sons. Now her dream was within her grasp, she had won it. Everyone had been agreeing that she was the best candidate. And now Lyonel steps in for another moment in the spotlight.<br/><br/>Cassana found herself staring at the floor silently, letting the conversation flow around her. She had to try, even if it made Lyonel hate her; even if they didn't agree she had to try something! ""You've got the Stormlands, Storm's end, the ear of every lord in the realm and the position of king's hand and now you want something else cousin? Truth be told while everyone murmurs about how you're the best man for the job I think you'd make for a bad king. The people are scared and dislike the crown, we're not going to grasp their loyalty by putting a crown on a rock like you cousin, we all saw your great diplomatic skills when you made an eternal ally out of lord Ironstone. I'm well liked by everyone and still unmarried so that the crown can find a strong ally, be it a lord paramount or someone from outside the confines of Westeros."" she shot Baela a glance when she said that. ""I'll give you one thing cousin you are smarter than me, but that's why you'd be so much more suited to being the hand of the king; we'd get all of your intelligence and management with my diplomatic skills and popularity. It'd be the best choice imaginable.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d1/House_Baratheon.PNG""/></div><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Lyonel Baratheon</span></div><br/><div align=""Center"">Inside of the Red Keep</div><br/><br/>Lyonel had lost his temper with Cassana. ""Be quiet! You think I want to be king? The only reason anyone would support you is because of your beauty. You didn't fight on the Stepstones! You didn't keep the realm in order when Eddard was alive! And don't bring up Lord Ironstone, the man wants to ruin the peace, he's greedy and selfish! Just like you cousin. You think I don't see what you are like? You almost turned the smallfolk against us, by giving the City Watch to much power. You think New Valyria will stay put if we put a young woman on the throne? The people need a strong leader Cassana, and that is not you! You call me a rock, well if I am a rock then what does that make you? Your only claim to the throne is you name and beauty, you are not the heir, and I will not have you sit the Iron Throne! Your diplomatic skills cousin, pray, tell me what skills these are?"" Lyonel yelled. He had lost his temper quite badly.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Nuxipal <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22640224#p22640224"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Princess Baela Targaryen<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Red Keep, King's Landing</span></span><br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2013/228/0/7/house_targaryen_sigil_by_clockhound-d6igay5.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div><br/><br/>As the conversation shifted between the two Baratheons, Baela began to try and determine if there was anyone else with a claim. She knew there were some Blackfyre claimants somewhere in Essos, probably hidden in Tyrosh or Lys. They wouldn't hear of the problem anytime soon. Everyone of her relatives had a good claim, with the exception of the Velaryons unless you wanted to go way back. The Baratheons were the only Westerosi House she could think of with a good claim. Surely others had weaker claims, but nothing that they could gain support for. When Cassana mentioned that she was unmarried and looked to Baela she shivered a bit. <span style=""font-style: italic"">If she means to marry my brother or some other Targaryen then she would be dooming her own cause. She wouldn't do that</span> thought Baela as she took her turn to speak.<br/><br/>""What we need is a Grand Council. If Lyonel does not wish to have the Throne himself, then we should assemble the Lords Paramount at a neutral location and have them decide on the new King of Westeros. Cassana, while you may have a good claim, it is not above that of Lyonel or his children. Legally, Lyonel is the heir. Followed by his sons. Then you. My family made sure that was the way it worked during the Dance of the Dragons when the Small council declared that Aegon would be King over Rhaenyra. Otherwise, you would still be behind Lyonel in terms of Succession. I say let the Lords Paramount come to the decision. The last time the Small Council decided who was to be King the realm burned and both claimants died. This time I don't think the war would be as cut and dry as Black vs Green. It would be Gold vs Black vs Red or possibly more reds. Lyonel, for the time being, I suggest you accept the mantle of King of the Iron Throne until the Lords Paramount meet. You can then step down upon their decision on who the new King should be. Leaving the seat vacant too long invites my relatives to raise armies and cross the Narrow Sea. The small council deciding alone could cause civil war.""<br/><br/>She looked at the other members of the council. ""If Lord Lyonel does not accept this, I will sit on the Throne until the Lords Paramount make a decision. My family won't dare attack so long as Caeliphon and I claim to hold the throne. She is the second largest of the Dragons known to exist and isn't far behind the largest of them. It is no secret that I have rejected marriage proposals from the Emperor and from my own brother on multiple occasions. I will not have Westeros become a colony of New Valyria. There are Westerosi Lords who are alive today because of my promises. On Sunstone, the last and one of the largest stepstones, I promised the garrison that they would be spared if they surrendered. When they did my brother wished to burn them all, while I held firm on my promise. I now promise to you, that if this is the decision of the Council, I will protect the Throne until a time when the Lords Paramount make their decision.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Lyonel calmed down as Baela began to talk. ""Yes, that is the best decision. We will hold a grand council. Until then I will take up the title of King, the Lords Paramount will have letters sent to them, asking them to come to King's Landing."" Lyonel sat back down. ""If the Lords Paramount choose someone else, I will obey their wishes and step down."""
3711,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=175,2014-12-01T13:57:00,Nuxipal,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Princess Baela Targaryen<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Red Keep, King's Landing</span></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2013/228/0/7/house_targaryen_sigil_by_clockhound-d6igay5.png""/></div><br/><br/>""Very well then. I will retire and get cleaned up. I will be moving my residence to the Keep to allow for me to be more accessible in these troubling time. Several of my servants will be accompanying me in moving in. They can be kept in whatever quarters are available. None are of noble rank, so a barracks would do just fine."" She stood and went to the Master of Coin's chambers. She would have the servants she had already brought draw her a bath and ensure that the flames were hot enough to keep the water from going cold.<br/><br/>She removed the armor and stepped into the tub feeling a sense of relief as servants began to clean her hair, doing their best to avoid the scalding water or the hot metal tub that was holding it."
3712,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=175,2014-12-01T16:50:00,United peoples of terra,"""killed? possibly but is it no worth it? think about it the adrenaline of danger even unneccesary is the world not merily to be experienced? even death, burning, torture,love,loss, have you had any of hose happen to you? would you throw away love just to go without loss? no besides insanity is more fun""Seamus finished seemingly a bit mad but at leas intelligent or at least philosophical""anyhow why is our friend so quite?"""
3713,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=175,2014-12-01T18:48:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Cassana blushed with embarrassment as Lyonel lost his temper with her. When he was done shouting at her she replied with ""New Valyria won't be much happier when they come to meet the new king and he screams in their face about how he's so much better than them. And I didn't keep order? I was his master of laws."" Cassana whined Anyway cousin I need to talk with you in private."" Cassana said the first part jokingly but made sure to sound more serious by the end of her speech to make sure Lyonel would talk with her."
3714,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=175,2014-12-01T22:07:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Woodstovia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22645526#p22645526"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Cassana blushed with embarrassment as Lyonel lost his temper with her. When he was done shouting at her she replied with ""New Valyria won't be much happier when they come to meet the new king and he screams in their face about how he's so much better than them. And I didn't keep order? I was his master of laws."" Cassana whined Anyway cousin I need to talk with you in private."" Cassana said the first part jokingly but made sure to sound more serious by the end of her speech to make sure Lyonel would talk with her.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d1/House_Baratheon.PNG""/></div><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Lyonel Baratheon</span></div><br/><div align=""Center"">Inside of the Red Keep</div><br/><br/>""And what a great Master of Laws you were, trying to pave the road for Gold Cloak corruption. If you have studied your history cousin, the last thing Westeros needs is another Janos Slynt."" Lyonel walked out. ""Very well then, come along and tell me what you want to talk about Cassana."""
3715,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=175,2014-12-02T03:26:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Who was Janos Slynt? Cassana began wondering about who Lyonel was talking about as she walked out of the small council chambers with him, When they got out of the chambers she turned to him and wanted to say so many things all at once. ""Cousin you're a lot smarter than me and you'd be much better at running the kingdoms but if you let me, I could just be your puppet or figurehead or-"" Cassana almost broke down into tears again, the whole situation had her so on edge. She hadn't planned to say that but it came pouring out. She tried to compose herself again. ""but I wanted to talk to you about something else. Lord Ironstone offered to marry me and take me back to the Vale, what do you think of that?"" Cassana kept the question vague."
3716,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=175,2014-12-02T12:17:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Woodstovia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22648795#p22648795"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Who was Janos Slynt? Cassana began wondering about who Lyonel was talking about as she walked out of the small council chambers with him, When they got out of the chambers she turned to him and wanted to say so many things all at once. ""Cousin you're a lot smarter than me and you'd be much better at running the kingdoms but if you let me, I could just be your puppet or figurehead or-"" Cassana almost broke down into tears again, the whole situation had her so on edge. She hadn't planned to say that but it came pouring out. She tried to compose herself again. ""but I wanted to talk to you about something else. Lord Ironstone offered to marry me and take me back to the Vale, what do you think of that?"" Cassana kept the question vague.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d1/House_Baratheon.PNG""/></div><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Lyonel Baratheon</span></div><br/><div align=""Center"">Inside of the Red Keep</div><br/><br/>Lyonel sighed. ""I will not force you to marry, that will be up to you. As to why I won't let you be a figurehead, is that while I may control the Kingdom, the Emperor may only see a young girl."""
3717,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=175,2014-12-02T15:44:00,Sebastianbourg,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Sebasion Iranassar</span><br/><br/>Lord Sebasion Iranassar remained seated in the Small Council's debating chambers waiting for the now-King to finish speaking with his cousin. He had nothing to do since the matter of regal succession had been solved at least provisionally by the previous session of the Small Council and he had been given no mission or objective whatsoever by the realm's government. In definite, he was nothing but a ceremonial Master of Whisperers since he had done nothing and had not been told to do anything by the King's Hand (now the King). On the other hand, Princess Baela had left the room and therefore could not negotiate the lands and the lordship they had been negotiating before the bells sounded which announced the late King's death."
3718,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=175,2014-12-02T18:04:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Cassana grimaced at Lyonel's words. Why did he have to be so cruel? ""They would never attack, we're friendly with them now and I could even marry one of them; I'd drink moon tea every time though and declare you and your sons as my heirs."" Cassana felt herself nearing tears ""You have Storm's End and the Stormlands, you already have so many titles and so much land, what do I have? If I died today when the maester's write their history books I'd be a name, cousin of the king; that's all it would say nothing else. I just want something . Please cousin, you don't even want the throne just let me have something."""
3719,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=175,2014-12-02T22:06:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Woodstovia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22656295#p22656295"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Cassana grimaced at Lyonel's words. Why did he have to be so cruel? ""They would never attack, we're friendly with them now and I could even marry one of them; I'd drink moon tea every time though and declare you and your sons as my heirs."" Cassana felt herself nearing tears ""You have Storm's End and the Stormlands, you already have so many titles and so much land, what do I have? If I died today when the maester's write their history books I'd be a name, cousin of the king; that's all it would say nothing else. I just want something . Please cousin, you don't even want the throne just let me have something.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d1/House_Baratheon.PNG""/></div><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Lyonel Baratheon</span></div><br/><div align=""Center"">Inside of the Red Keep</div><br/><br/>""They would never attack? I know what the princesses brothers is like, I saw him and fought against his army on the Stepstones. If you married one of them, and you died childless, then whoever you married would claim the throne before you were even buried. If you wish so, you will be married to a Lord Paramount. I think Lord Tyrell is free. If you want a keep of your own you will have one. If I died today, they would mock me in their cups, as all my work would be undone, you being one of those people I know would rejoice in my hard work going down the drain. I am goind to have the ruins of Oldstones fixed and converted into a proper castle. You can have it when it is finished, you would have a seat previously the seat of kings, for you and your children to hold. You will be remembered in history, but not as queen cousin."" Lyonel walked back into the council chambers, sitting back in his seat."
3720,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=175,2014-12-02T22:55:00,Nuxipal,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Princess Baela Targaryen<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Red Keep, King's Landing</span></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2013/228/0/7/house_targaryen_sigil_by_clockhound-d6igay5.png""/></div><br/><br/><br/>After enjoying her bath, Baela decided to stroll the Red Keep. Donning a more<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/6/65/Mathia_Arkoniel_Dany.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">ladylike</a>look now that she was residing within the Keep. She entered the Great Hall. It was empty except for her and two servants. She walked past the enormous columns and stopped several feet before reaching the Iron Throne. She looked at it. In her mind she could see herself sitting there. She could just as easily see her brother or father there as well. However, the chair was not suited for her Uncle, she thought. ""If this is the throne that is driving every man in this Kingdom mad, perhaps it is time for them to retire it. Afterall, this is Aegon's throne. What have these Usurpers conquered since they killed Rhaegar on the Trident and murdered his young children.""<br/><br/>She took a few steps forward and sat on it looking out across the room. It as a grand view. And the power she felt was immense. She could swear that the heat of the Black Dread was still resonating within. She sat there for maybe five minutes with only her two servants standing looking up at her. She then heard noises and descended from the throne. Upon reaching the bottom of the stairs she turned back around to look at it again. She understood what the power within the throne felt like and it was something completely unexpected.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Perhaps I am right to want to get rid of the throne. Or perhaps.. I can attempt to claim it myself</span>Baela thought as her servants simply stood there quietly. Though for one of them it wasn't a choice to be quiet. He was a eunuch who had his tongue removed for lying to the Emperor several years ago. Instead of death Baela asked if she could have him as one of her household slaves. Ever since he has helped to protect her as she protected him.<br/><br/>Princess Baela then began her walk back to the Council Chamber.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Perhaps I have taken a bit too much time away. I do have to bring up the sale of Summerhall to Lord Iranassar as well.</span>She stepped into the Chamber leaving her servants at the entryway and sitting in her usual seat. This time she looked much more refreshed than when she had first arrived and seemed to be more focused as well."
3721,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=175,2014-12-03T02:25:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nuxipal <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22659107#p22659107"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Princess Baela Targaryen<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Red Keep, King's Landing</span></span><br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2013/228/0/7/house_targaryen_sigil_by_clockhound-d6igay5.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div><br/><br/><br/>After enjoying her bath, Baela decided to stroll the Red Keep. Donning a more <a class=""postlink"" href=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/6/65/Mathia_Arkoniel_Dany.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">ladylike</a> look now that she was residing within the Keep. She entered the Great Hall. It was empty except for her and two servants. She walked past the enormous columns and stopped several feet before reaching the Iron Throne. She looked at it. In her mind she could see herself sitting there. She could just as easily see her brother or father there as well. However, the chair was not suited for her Uncle, she thought. ""If this is the throne that is driving every man in this Kingdom mad, perhaps it is time for them to retire it. Afterall, this is Aegon's throne. What have these Usurpers conquered since they killed Rhaegar on the Trident and murdered his young children.""<br/><br/>She took a few steps forward and sat on it looking out across the room. It as a grand view. And the power she felt was immense. She could swear that the heat of the Black Dread was still resonating within. She sat there for maybe five minutes with only her two servants standing looking up at her. She then heard noises and descended from the throne. Upon reaching the bottom of the stairs she turned back around to look at it again. She understood what the power within the throne felt like and it was something completely unexpected. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Perhaps I am right to want to get rid of the throne. Or perhaps.. I can attempt to claim it myself</span> Baela thought as her servants simply stood there quietly. Though for one of them it wasn't a choice to be quiet. He was a eunuch who had his tongue removed for lying to the Emperor several years ago. Instead of death Baela asked if she could have him as one of her household slaves. Ever since he has helped to protect her as she protected him.<br/><br/>Princess Baela then began her walk back to the Council Chamber. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Perhaps I have taken a bit too much time away. I do have to bring up the sale of Summerhall to Lord Iranassar as well.</span> She stepped into the Chamber leaving her servants at the entryway and sitting in her usual seat. This time she looked much more refreshed than when she had first arrived and seemed to be more focused as well.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d1/House_Baratheon.PNG""/></div><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Lyonel Baratheon</span></div><br/><div align=""Center"">Inside of the Red Keep</div><br/><br/>""Welcome back Princess Baela."" Said Lyonel. ""While everyone is still here is there anything left to talk about?"""
3722,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=175,2014-12-03T02:32:00,Nuxipal,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Princess Baela Targaryen<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Red Keep, King's Landing</span></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2013/228/0/7/house_targaryen_sigil_by_clockhound-d6igay5.png""/></div><br/><br/>""As a matter of fact, yes. I had one thing that needed the attention of the council. Or more specifically the Hand. Lord Iranassar has graciously offered to Purchase Summerhall from the crown for the sum of 100,000 gold dragons plus a loan of 500,000 gold dragons to help alleviate the pressure put on the crown by the Iron Bank of Braavos. I feel that by having Lord Iranassar owning his own lordship in Westeros will help bring his attention solely to the matters here and not worry about his family as much.""<br/><br/>She was hoping that the sale would go easily. It used to be a family vacation spot back when the Targaryens ruled Westeros, but now its grand palace was in ruins, but its outerwall still stood. Perhaps the Lord Paramount of the Stormlands would grant him the title of Lord of Summerfield to take on a larger role within the Stormlands and thus distracting him from making too much trouble at court."
3723,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=175,2014-12-03T02:59:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nuxipal <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22660095#p22660095"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Princess Baela Targaryen<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Red Keep, King's Landing</span></span><br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2013/228/0/7/house_targaryen_sigil_by_clockhound-d6igay5.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div><br/><br/>""As a matter of fact, yes. I had one thing that needed the attention of the council. Or more specifically the Hand. Lord Iranassar has graciously offered to Purchase Summerhall from the crown for the sum of 100,000 gold dragons plus a loan of 500,000 gold dragons to help alleviate the pressure put on the crown by the Iron Bank of Braavos. I feel that by having Lord Iranassar owning his own lordship in Westeros will help bring his attention solely to the matters here and not worry about his family as much.""<br/><br/>She was hoping that the sale would go easily. It used to be a family vacation spot back when the Targaryens ruled Westeros, but now its grand palace was in ruins, but its outerwall still stood. Perhaps the Lord Paramount of the Stormlands would grant him the title of Lord of Summerfield to take on a larger role within the Stormlands and thus distracting him from making too much trouble at court.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d1/House_Baratheon.PNG""/></div><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Lyonel Baratheon</span></div><br/><div align=""Center"">Inside of the Red Keep</div><br/><br/>""Very well then, the offer is accepted. It would not do well for a member of the small council to not have a keep if they're name is not known well. Lord Iranassar will be sworn to Storm's End as the lord of Summerhall. I will have the documentation drafted as soon as possible"""
3724,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=175,2014-12-03T03:13:00,Blobovia,"<blockquote><div><cite>United peoples of terra <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22643940#p22643940"">wrote</a>:</cite>""killed? possibly but is it no worth it? think about it the adrenaline of danger even unneccesary is the world not merily to be experienced? even death, burning, torture,love,loss, have you had any of hose happen to you? would you throw away love just to go without loss? no besides insanity is more fun""Seamus finished seemingly a bit mad but at leas intelligent or at least philosophical""anyhow why is our friend so quite?""</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The hedgeknight</span></span><br/><br/>On another occasion, Aedulf might have joined a long discussion over a few pints of ale with this young man, but now he was just irritated.<br/><br/>""Just shut up, would you? Let the grownups talk in peace, all right boy?"" Aedulf said without looking at him, instead putting his attention to the other hedgeknight on the road."
3725,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=200,2014-12-03T07:16:00,Kisinger,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><div align=""center"">Alexander Fresinjoy</div></span><br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 6px;"">Alexander listened to them bicker back and forth as he just smiled and chuckled until finally speaking. ""I am no Hedge Knight, I am a mere sell sword heading North looking for someone to buy my services."" He sat back lower in the saddle with his hand unmoving from his sword hilt. He sighed remembering how his father has acted like this and laughed.</span>"
3726,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=200,2014-12-03T08:37:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Cassana walked back to the small council chambers, clearly impatient and angered from her talk with Lyonel. She was happy to have her own keep, even if it was a ruin and marrying a lord paramount was nothing to scoff at but Cassana still wanted more. In her eyes Lyonel was blocking her from her dream, but she had an idea. It wasn't a well thought out idea or one that was likely to work but it was an idea. ""If you're drafting up the papers to give him Summerhall, draft up my papers to get Oldstones."" Cassana commanded."
3727,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=200,2014-12-03T12:15:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Woodstovia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22661528#p22661528"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Cassana walked back to the small council chambers, clearly impatient and angered from her talk with Lyonel. She was happy to have her own keep, even if it was a ruin and marrying a lord paramount was nothing to scoff at but Cassana still wanted more. In her eyes Lyonel was blocking her from her dream, but she had an idea. It wasn't a well thought out idea or one that was likely to work but it was an idea. ""If you're drafting up the papers to give him Summerhall, draft up my papers to get Oldstones."" Cassana commanded.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d1/House_Baratheon.PNG""/></div><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Lyonel Baratheon</span></div><br/><div align=""Center"">Inside of the Red Keep</div><br/><br/>Lyonel smiled at her, though it wasn't a happy one. ""Of course cousin. Of course though, you will be waiting a few years. I hope you do not mind for now?"""
3728,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=200,2014-12-03T12:20:00,Blobovia,"<span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lara Lannister</span></span><br/><br/>Lara rode through the city, heading towards the sept of Bealor. Maybe the gods could guide her in this mess.<br/><br/>She was accompanied by two of her guards, as usual. Twin brothers, sons of one of her father's vassals.<br/>""So, what are your opinions on all this, who do you think shall be the new king, or queen for that matter?"" Lara said to them, making small talk. The oldest brother, Tym, answered her with a question.<br/>""Do you wish us to be completely honest, my lady?""<br/>""But of course, Jym. Tell me what you truly think.""<br/>""He's Tym. I'm Jym"", said the younger brother.<br/>""Oh, I'm sorry."" Lara could never see the difference between them, especially not when they both wore uniform, like they did now. ""Please, carry on.""<br/>""Well, to be completely honest..."" Tym began but paused in the middle of the sentence. He continued after a few seconds of silence. ""Frankly, I don't care.""<br/>""Hm? Why not?""<br/>""All the kings are the same. Stag or dragon, it doesnt really matter in the long run,"" Tym explained.<br/>""It makes no difference for the smallfolk, and for our family, well, things are swell as long as house Lannister is good, my lady"", Jym filled in.<br/>""Hm. I've never thought of it that way.""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Nevertheless, I've been appointed kingsmaker, just as the rest of the council. For now, a Grand Council is the best option, but can that really be a permanent solution? </span><br/><br/>They had now arrived at the sept and got off their horses. Jym stayed and watched them, while Tym followed her in. She wasn't the only one there. Lowborn and highborn, many had gone to the church when they heard the news of Eddard's death. Some to pray for his soul, others to ask the priests and the gods for counceling, but most were there to hear and spread gossip.<br/><br/>Lara walked between the rows of benches to find an empty seat. There was still some space left at the front benches near the altar. She sat down next to a grieving middle-aged man. Didn't she recognize him?<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Father?</span>"" she whispered. ""What are you doing here?""<br/><br/>Indeed, it was lord Steffon Lannister, warden of the West. His hair was grayer then she remembered, and his face was worn out by grief. But it was him.<br/>""Lara? My dear daughter!"" A hint of a smile could be seen on his face.<br/>""Why haven't you told me you were here? When did you depart from Lannisham?"" Had he recieved her letter?<br/>""Lara, there's something I must tell you..."" Lord Steffon almost seemed to be about to cry. Lara had never in her life seen her father cry, he had rarely shown any emotions at all for that matter, and it scared her. Something had to be really wrong.<br/>""Father, tell me what it is!"" she whisered, and clutched his hands.<br/>""Your mother... Lyanna... she... she's..."" Steffon started to shake, and tears blinded his eyes.<br/>""Lara... she's dead...""<br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Aedulf Branting</span></span><br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Kisinger <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22661118#p22661118"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><div align=""center"">Alexander Fresinjoy</div></span><br/><br/> <span style=""margin-left: 6px;"">Alexander listened to them bicker back and forth as he just smiled and chuckled until finally speaking. ""I am no Hedge Knight, I am a mere sell sword heading North looking for someone to buy my services."" He sat back lower in the saddle with his hand unmoving from his sword hilt. He sighed remembering how his father has acted like this and laughed.</span></div></blockquote><br/>""Some of the best knights I've met started out as sellswords, my friend. I too am looking for someone to serve, but in the opposite direction, King's Landing. I reckon there should be work there"", Aedulf said with a smile to the gentleman. ""My name is Ser Aedulf Branting. Do you happen to have any news from your part of Westeros?"""
3729,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=200,2014-12-03T12:26:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Cassana scowled at Lyonel. ""Summerhall is still a ruin and you still gave it to him, why can't you do the same with me and Oldstones?"" Cassana didn't trust Lyonel enough to wait for a few years. ""I don't care if it is just ruins I'll wait for it to be rebuilt."" Cassana wanted to leave the meeting as quickly as possible but needed the papers first."
3730,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=200,2014-12-03T12:38:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Woodstovia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22663057#p22663057"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Cassana scowled at Lyonel. ""Summerhall is still a ruin and you still gave it to him, why can't you do the same with me and Oldstones?"" Cassana didn't trust Lyonel enough to wait for a few years. ""I don't care if it is just ruins I'll wait for it to be rebuilt."" Cassana wanted to leave the meeting as quickly as possible but needed the papers first.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d1/House_Baratheon.PNG""/></div><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Lyonel Baratheon</span></div><br/><div align=""Center"">Inside of the Red Keep</div><br/><br/>""You know what I meant Cassana. You will be lady of the castle, but you won't be occupying it until the work is done, the same with Lord Iranasar. Now, is there anything else anyone wishs to talk about?"""
3731,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=200,2014-12-03T13:34:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>""No cousin."" Cassana answered obviously bored. ""May I please be excused?"" Cassana asked before simply leaving without waiting for any reply, they would've been happy to get rid of her anyway. Cassana rushed back to her bedchambers and ordered her servants to gather up her loyal knights and friends, she wouldn't take all of them with her but she needed their help if she was going to slip out of King's Landing.<br/><br/>Eventually everything was sorted out. Cassana would be joined by ser Garilon and ser Lothor who were formerly of her father's household. They had horses and Garilon had a pony which Cassana would be forced to ride. She wouldn't be able to take much with her and the thought of leaving behind all her gowns almost made her cry but she had more than enough gold to buy a new albeit less extravagant wardrobe. She changed from her mourning gown into some clothes a servant had, extremely plain things with a large cloak with a hood that would be worn over them to help disguise Cassana.<br/><br/>Her reasoning for leaving was fairly simple. She was going to lose the vote to be queen, however if she was never present her name most likely wouldn't be put forth and if she ever claimed the throne again she could say that she<span style=""font-style: italic"">would</span>have won but her name was never brought up and it was better than being outvoted. She knew Lyonel would fail, he was too unlikable to hold together 7 kingdoms and so all she had to do was wait until the right opportunity came up. The disappearance would also make Lyonel look bad, the king suddenly died and the only other Baratheon with a strong claim vanished and then Lyonel stepped in to claim the throne. People would suspect him of kinslaying.<br/><br/>Eventually Cassana was smuggled out of the Red Keep and brought to her pony. She stuffed her saddlebag full of all the gold she had and provisions to keep her alive. Garilon and Lothor led the way, with Cassana trailing behind them; staring at the floor with her hood pulled over her head. It was actually pretty easy to slip by since most people were concerned with the recent death of the king.<br/><br/>Before they knew it they had managed to escape. Garilon and Lothor seemed convinced that they had been spotted but Cassana knew better it was her plan and surely that made it foolproof. They set out on the king's road but before long ran into a few hedgeknights arguing over a loaf of bread or something stupid, Cassana looked at them and let out a loud sigh; waving them away. ""Come on peasants, let us past."" she declared."
3732,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=200,2014-12-03T15:39:00,Romus Maximus,"<div align=""middle""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Darion Crex<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Gate of The Gods, King's Landing</span></span></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2013/228/0/7/house_targaryen_sigil_by_clockhound-d6igay5.png""/></div><br/><br/>Darion began to walk through the city, heading to meet someone that he knew. His contact would have a list of locations that the king had visited multiple times, and hopefully the list of brothels would be amongst them. As he walked people stepped into alleyways to avoid the young Kingsguard and Chrysophylax, who seemed to have that effect on the scum of the world. He headed towards the inn by the Gate of The Gods and entered."
3733,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=200,2014-12-03T15:55:00,Alderann,Deleted
3734,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=200,2014-12-03T22:50:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Woodstovia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22663642#p22663642"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>""No cousin."" Cassana answered obviously bored. ""May I please be excused?"" Cassana asked before simply leaving without waiting for any reply, they would've been happy to get rid of her anyway. Cassana rushed back to her bedchambers and ordered her servants to gather up her loyal knights and friends, she wouldn't take all of them with her but she needed their help if she was going to slip out of King's Landing.<br/><br/>Eventually everything was sorted out. Cassana would be joined by ser Garilon and ser Lothor who were formerly of her father's household. They had horses and Garilon had a pony which Cassana would be forced to ride. She wouldn't be able to take much with her and the thought of leaving behind all her gowns almost made her cry but she had more than enough gold to buy a new albeit less extravagant wardrobe. She changed from her mourning gown into some clothes a servant had, extremely plain things with a large cloak with a hood that would be worn over them to help disguise Cassana. <br/><br/>Her reasoning for leaving was fairly simple. She was going to lose the vote to be queen, however if she was never present her name most likely wouldn't be put forth and if she ever claimed the throne again she could say that she <span style=""font-style: italic"">would</span> have won but her name was never brought up and it was better than being outvoted. She knew Lyonel would fail, he was too unlikable to hold together 7 kingdoms and so all she had to do was wait until the right opportunity came up. The disappearance would also make Lyonel look bad, the king suddenly died and the only other Baratheon with a strong claim vanished and then Lyonel stepped in to claim the throne. People would suspect him of kinslaying. <br/><br/>Eventually Cassana was smuggled out of the Red Keep and brought to her pony. She stuffed her saddlebag full of all the gold she had and provisions to keep her alive. Garilon and Lothor led the way, with Cassana trailing behind them; staring at the floor with her hood pulled over her head. It was actually pretty easy to slip by since most people were concerned with the recent death of the king.<br/><br/>Before they knew it they had managed to escape. Garilon and Lothor seemed convinced that they had been spotted but Cassana knew better it was her plan and surely that made it foolproof. They set out on the king's road but before long ran into a few hedgeknights arguing over a loaf of bread or something stupid, Cassana looked at them and let out a loud sigh; waving them away. ""Come on peasants, let us past."" she declared.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d1/House_Baratheon.PNG""/></div><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Lyonel Baratheon</span></div><br/><div align=""Center"">Inside of the Red Keep</div><br/><br/>Lyonel ordered for Cassana to come back, but instead she ran off. After two searches by servants proved unsuccessful. He turned towards the new Lord of Summerhall. ""Lord Sebasion, as you are the new Master of Whisperers, I wish for you to find any information on where my cousin has gone."" He said to him. He then turned to the Princess Baela. ""Princess, since my cousin has fled the castle, I would like to appoint you to a different spot on the Small Council. Choose the position, and it will be done."" He said, obviously angry."
3735,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=200,2014-12-04T07:09:00,Nuxipal,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Princess Baela Targaryen<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Red Keep, King's Landing</span></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2013/228/0/7/house_targaryen_sigil_by_clockhound-d6igay5.png""/></div><br/><br/>""You know, I was interested in Master of Laws previously, but your cousin occupied the position. I felt it was the least awkward position on the council for a foreigner that is no the Master of Whispers spot, which I have no intention of possessing. However, if you'd rather keep your cousin in that position, then I would understand. I will let you decide, it is your Small Council and you can choose whomever for which spots."" Baela was a little restless. She was thinking about her Uncle that she had in the Dragonpit and what kind of consequences would come to her from across the Narrow Seas."
3736,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=200,2014-12-04T13:05:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nuxipal <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22672810#p22672810"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Princess Baela Targaryen<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Red Keep, King's Landing</span></span><br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2013/228/0/7/house_targaryen_sigil_by_clockhound-d6igay5.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div><br/><br/>""You know, I was interested in Master of Laws previously, but your cousin occupied the position. I felt it was the least awkward position on the council for a foreigner that is no the Master of Whispers spot, which I have no intention of possessing. However, if you'd rather keep your cousin in that position, then I would understand. I will let you decide, it is your Small Council and you can choose whomever for which spots."" Baela was a little restless. She was thinking about her Uncle that she had in the Dragonpit and what kind of consequences would come to her from across the Narrow Seas.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d1/House_Baratheon.PNG""/></div><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Lyonel Baratheon</span></div><br/><div align=""Center"">Inside of the Red Keep</div><br/><br/>""I was planning to change a few positions anyway. I think Lady Lannister would make a great Master of Coin. Princess Baela, I appoint you Master of Laws, and hope you can do good at this job."""
3737,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=200,2014-12-05T12:10:00,Toronina,OOC: Bump
3738,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=200,2014-12-05T15:04:00,Romus Maximus,"<div align=""middle""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Darion Crex<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Some Random Inn, King's Landing</span></span></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2013/228/0/7/house_targaryen_sigil_by_clockhound-d6igay5.png""/></div><br/>As Darion entered he instantly spotted his contact. He walked over and sat next to the man with Chrysophylax beside him, not even drawing odd looks from the drunkards. He grabbed onto a small purse inside of his pocket before acknowledging the man.<br/>""Do you have the list?""<br/>""I do. Do you have me payment mi'lord.""<br/>As he replied he pulled out the small bag and showed the man. ""I do. Forty-five golden dragons. Give me the list and they're all yours.""<br/>The man passed him a piece of paper that was obviously a list and he repayed him by handing over the coins, before quickly getting up and heading back towards the Red Keep. He would study the list and then show the princess if he though some of the locations related to the king,"
3739,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=200,2014-12-05T15:31:00,Nuxipal,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Princess Baela Targaryen<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Red Keep, King's Landing</span></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2013/228/0/7/house_targaryen_sigil_by_clockhound-d6igay5.png""/></div><br/><br/><br/>""Well, the Lannisters have always been better with monetary concerns. I will get on to the Master of Laws position momentarily. Lady Lara, whenever you are ready we can meet and I'll give you the Accounting books. There are some strange discrepancies shortly before the Tourney that you may find interesting."" She leaned forward a bit. ""So, King Regent, what shall we do about your cousin running off like that? No doubt she is going to raise an army to take the throne for herself."""
3740,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=200,2014-12-05T16:13:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nuxipal <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22688368#p22688368"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Princess Baela Targaryen<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Red Keep, King's Landing</span></span><br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2013/228/0/7/house_targaryen_sigil_by_clockhound-d6igay5.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div><br/><br/><br/>""Well, the Lannisters have always been better with monetary concerns. I will get on to the Master of Laws position momentarily. Lady Lara, whenever you are ready we can meet and I'll give you the Accounting books. There are some strange discrepancies shortly before the Tourney that you may find interesting."" She leaned forward a bit. ""So, King Regent, what shall we do about your cousin running off like that? No doubt she is going to raise an army to take the throne for herself.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d1/House_Baratheon.PNG""/></div><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Lyonel Baratheon</span></div><br/><div align=""Center"">Inside of the Red Keep</div><br/><br/>""If my cousin means to try to take the throne from me, let her. She forgets I control the Stormlands. I will call the banners and have them defend the city in case my cousin turns up. There is still the matter of Master of Ships to fulfill. If Cassana wants the throne, she can make her case to the Grand Council, but if she means to take it by force she will regret it."" Said Lyonel, still angry with Cassana."
3741,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=200,2014-12-05T16:21:00,United peoples of terra,"the young Male looked up to the noble women before beginning""i apologize madam i did'nt notice you"" before politely standing to the side despite the peasant remark before asking ""where would you be heading madam in such a hurry? more trouble in kings landing?"""
3742,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=200,2014-12-06T00:01:00,Sebastianbourg,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Sebasion Iranassar</span><br/><br/>Lord Sebasion Iranassar immediately left the room having been ordered by the King to find (or at least try to find) Lady Cassana Baratheon. An excited expression could be observed on his face for it was his first 'assignment' as Master of Whispers but in reality he was angry at what he perceived as a betrayal from Lady Cassana. Immediately, Lord Sebasion ordered the Grand Maester [OOC: I'll assume there is one] to send ravens to all major ports of Westeros so as to prevent Cassana from leaving the realm. Meanwhile, ravens were sent to major cities and especially the Vale where the Master of Whisperers suspected she had gone. Having done that, he returned to the king and asked, ""Your Grace, I have asked the Grand Maester to dispatch ravens to all major points of the realm. However, I recommend we send Kingsguards after her too; it is likely that she is traversing the Kingsroad and so I would recommend this group of guards starts looking there."""
3743,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=200,2014-12-06T03:38:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Sebastianbourg <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22693135#p22693135"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Sebasion Iranassar</span><br/><br/>Lord Sebasion Iranassar immediately left the room having been ordered by the King to find (or at least try to find) Lady Cassana Baratheon. An excited expression could be observed on his face for it was his first 'assignment' as Master of Whispers but in reality he was angry at what he perceived as a betrayal from Lady Cassana. Immediately, Lord Sebasion ordered the Grand Maester [OOC: I'll assume there is one] to send ravens to all major ports of Westeros so as to prevent Cassana from leaving the realm. Meanwhile, ravens were sent to major cities and especially the Vale where the Master of Whisperers suspected she had gone. Having done that, he returned to the king and asked, ""Your Grace, I have asked the Grand Maester to dispatch ravens to all major points of the realm. However, I recommend we send Kingsguards after her too; it is likely that she is traversing the Kingsroad and so I would recommend this group of guards starts looking there.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d1/House_Baratheon.PNG""/></div><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Lyonel Baratheon</span></div><br/><div align=""Center"">Inside of the Red Keep</div><br/><br/>Lyonel saw the man leave the room, and punched a wall in anger. 'What does Cassana think she's playing at' He thought. 'Does she think ruling the realm is just sitting there and looking pretty?' Lyonel kept all this in his thoughts. He knew his cousin was greedy, but was she really greedy enough to throw the realm into civil war? Lyonel soon saw Lord Iranassar walk in. ""Thank you, I see I did not make a mistake appointing you to your position."" He said to the man. ""I do agree it would be a good idea, though it would be better to some men from the City Watch instead of the Kingsguard."""
3744,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=200,2014-12-06T04:07:00,Sebastianbourg,"<blockquote><div><cite>Toronina <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22693892#p22693892"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""Center"">(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d1/House_Baratheon.PNG"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Lyonel Baratheon</span></div><br/><div align=""Center"">Inside of the Red Keep</div><br/><br/>Lyonel saw the man leave the room, and punched a wall in anger. 'What does Cassana think she's playing at' He thought. 'Does she think ruling the realm is just sitting there and looking pretty?' Lyonel kept all this in his thoughts. He knew his cousin was greedy, but was she really greedy enough to throw the realm into civil war? Lyonel soon saw Lord Iranassar walk in. ""Thank you, I see I did not make a mistake appointing you to your position."" He said to the man. ""I do agree it would be a good idea, though it would be better to some men from the City Watch instead of the Kingsguard.""</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Sebasion Iranassar</span><br/><br/>For a moment Lord Sebasion Iranassar had stopped paying attention to the King and instead thought of Lady Cassana Baratheon and how she deceived him and for a moment tricked him into thinking she was going to marry him. For a moment anger was the only emotion he could feel. Despite his mind being busy thinking about other things he heard perfectly when the king told him sending men from the City Watch would be better than sending some from the Kingsguard, ""That is entirely up to you, your Grace. The Kingsguard is very well-trained and could potentially be more efficient in this quest of ours. However, I have no doubt that the City Watch despite its flaws will be able to find Lady Cassana."""
3745,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=200,2014-12-06T05:08:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Sebastianbourg <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22693970#p22693970"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Toronina <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22693892#p22693892"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""Center"">(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d1/House_Baratheon.PNG"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Lyonel Baratheon</span></div><br/><div align=""Center"">Inside of the Red Keep</div><br/><br/>Lyonel saw the man leave the room, and punched a wall in anger. 'What does Cassana think she's playing at' He thought. 'Does she think ruling the realm is just sitting there and looking pretty?' Lyonel kept all this in his thoughts. He knew his cousin was greedy, but was she really greedy enough to throw the realm into civil war? Lyonel soon saw Lord Iranassar walk in. ""Thank you, I see I did not make a mistake appointing you to your position."" He said to the man. ""I do agree it would be a good idea, though it would be better to some men from the City Watch instead of the Kingsguard.""</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Sebasion Iranassar</span><br/><br/>For a moment Lord Sebasion Iranassar had stopped paying attention to the King and instead thought of Lady Cassana Baratheon and how she deceived him and for a moment tricked him into thinking she was going to marry him. For a moment anger was the only emotion he could feel. Despite his mind being busy thinking about other things he heard perfectly when the king told him sending men from the City Watch would be better than sending some from the Kingsguard, ""That is entirely up to you, your Grace. The Kingsguard is very well-trained and could potentially be more efficient in this quest of ours. However, I have no doubt that the City Watch despite its flaws will be able to find Lady Cassana.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d1/House_Baratheon.PNG""/></div><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Lyonel Baratheon</span></div><br/><div align=""Center"">Inside of the Red Keep</div><br/><br/>Lyonel thought about it. 'Two Kingsguard wouldn't hurt to accompany them.' ""The Kingsguards know Lady Cassana on sight, so it wouldn't hurt for them to accompany the City Watch."" Lyonel called in two members of the Kingsguard and explained what had happened. ""I want you to find her, and bring her back. You will have 50 Gold Cloaks by your side. No pain is to come to her."" He said to them, soon sending them off."
3746,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=200,2014-12-06T05:14:00,Sebastianbourg,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Sebasion Iranassar</span><br/><br/>Lord Sebasion Iranassar kept silent as the King ordered two members of the Kingsguard into the room and ordered them to accompany fifty Gold Cloaks in their search for Lady Cassana Baratheon. After they (the members of the Kingsguard) left the realm's Master of Whisperers paced around the room for a few minutes whilst the King also remained silent. Finally, Lord Sebasion asked the king, ""Your Grace, what do you plan on doing with Lady Cassana once the men bring her back?"""
3747,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=200,2014-12-06T05:20:00,Woodstovia,"<blockquote><div><cite>United peoples of terra <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22688834#p22688834"">wrote</a>:</cite>the young Male looked up to the noble women before beginning""i apologize madam i did'nt notice you"" before politely standing to the side despite the peasant remark before asking ""where would you be heading madam in such a hurry? more trouble in kings landing?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>""Something like that."" Cassana said, not having an answer for the man ""The king is dead and the city is disturbed, and the man who'll succeed him I have no faith in."" what she was saying was all true at the very least. ""I'm heading to Duskendale. I don't know what I'll do when I get there but that's where I'm going."""
3748,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=200,2014-12-06T05:40:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Sebastianbourg <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22694246#p22694246"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Sebasion Iranassar</span> <br/><br/>Lord Sebasion Iranassar kept silent as the King ordered two members of the Kingsguard into the room and ordered them to accompany fifty Gold Cloaks in their search for Lady Cassana Baratheon. After they (the members of the Kingsguard) left the realm's Master of Whisperers paced around the room for a few minutes whilst the King also remained silent. Finally, Lord Sebasion asked the king, ""Your Grace, what do you plan on doing with Lady Cassana once the men bring her back?""</div></blockquote><br/>Lyonel looked at Sebasion. ""I will marry her to someone to make sure she won't run again. I assume you have letters sent to the ports. Duskendale, Oldtown, White Harbor and the like?"""
3749,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=200,2014-12-06T05:43:00,Romus Maximus,"<div align=""middle""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Darion Crex<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Small Council Chambers, The Red Keep, King's Landing</span></span></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2013/228/0/7/house_targaryen_sigil_by_clockhound-d6igay5.png""/></div><br/>As Darion pored over the locations, he recognised the names of several high profile brothels that were constantly visited by the king and multiple trips to a very expensive brewery. The king hand definitely kept himself busy. He quickly wrote down the important locations and then gathered the list and the shortened one and headed deeper into the castle, before arriving at the Small Council's chambers. He knocked and opened the door, quickly excused himself and handed the letters to Baela.<br/>""Those first one is a full list of all locations that had multiple visits, while the second is a summarised list of all the brothels and breweries visited. I hope they are satisfactory."""
3750,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=225,2014-12-06T05:52:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Romus Maximus <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22694426#p22694426"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""middle""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Darion Crex<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Some Random Inn, King's Landing</span></span></span><br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2013/228/0/7/house_targaryen_sigil_by_clockhound-d6igay5.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div><br/>As Darion pored over the locations, he recognised the names of several high profile brothels that were constantly visited by the king and multiple trips to a very expensive brewery. The king hand definitely kept himself busy. He quickly wrote down the important locations and then gathered the list and the shortened one and headed deeper into the castle, before arriving at the Small Council's chambers. He knocked and opened the door, quickly excused himself and handed the letters to Baela.<br/>""Those first one is a full list of all locations that had multiple visits, while the second is a summarised list of all the brothels and breweries visited. I hope they are satisfactory.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d1/House_Baratheon.PNG""/></div><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Lyonel Baratheon</span></div><br/><div align=""Center"">Inside of the Red Keep</div><br/><br/>Lyonel looked as the young man entered the chamber and handed some letters to Baela. 'He seems strong and loyal, perhaps I should make him the Commander of the Gold Cloaks.' He thought. ""Young Darion is it? I would like to offer you something, so long as the Princess is willing."""
3751,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=225,2014-12-06T06:05:00,Romus Maximus,"<blockquote><div><cite>Toronina <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22694479#p22694479"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""Center"">(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d1/House_Baratheon.PNG"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div><br/><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Lyonel Baratheon</span></div><br/><div align=""Center"">Inside of the Red Keep</div><br/>Lyonel looked as the young man entered the chamber and handed some letters to Baela. 'He seems strong and loyal, perhaps I should make him the Commander of the Gold Cloaks.' He thought. ""Young Darion is it? I would like to offer you something, so long as the Princess is willing.""</div></blockquote><br/><div align=""middle""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Darion Crex<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Small Council Chambers, The Red Keep, King's Landing</span></span></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2013/228/0/7/house_targaryen_sigil_by_clockhound-d6igay5.png""/></div><br/>""Of course your highness. If the Princess will allow it, then I should like to hear your proposal. Also, I apologise in advance for anything that may be broken, as Chrysophylax has decided to go exploring."" He quickly realised how alone he felt without the dragon and decided that immediately after he was done here he would go find him."
3752,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=225,2014-12-06T06:08:00,Sebastianbourg,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Sebasion Iranassar</span><br/><br/>Lord Sebasion Iranassar hoped for a moment that the King would offer her hand in marriage but he knew this extremely unrealistic and therefore wasn't surprised when the King said, ""I will marry her to someone to make sure she won't run again. I assume you have letters sent to the ports. Duskendale, Oldtown, White Harbor and the like?"" Shortly after that the King offered seemed to offer a man who had just entered the chamber something. However, in a moment of silence Lord Sebasion said to the King, ""Very well, Your Grace. We must make sure Lady Cassana does not present a threat to the realm and does not distract you or the Small Council from more important matters. And yes, I have sent letters to all the locations you have mentioned."""
3753,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=225,2014-12-06T06:38:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Romus Maximus <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22694532#p22694532"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Toronina <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22694479#p22694479"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""Center"">(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d1/House_Baratheon.PNG"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div><br/><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Lyonel Baratheon</span></div><br/><div align=""Center"">Inside of the Red Keep</div><br/>Lyonel looked as the young man entered the chamber and handed some letters to Baela. 'He seems strong and loyal, perhaps I should make him the Commander of the Gold Cloaks.' He thought. ""Young Darion is it? I would like to offer you something, so long as the Princess is willing.""</div></blockquote><br/><div align=""middle""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Darion Crex<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Small Council Chambers, The Red Keep, King's Landing</span></span></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2013/228/0/7/house_targaryen_sigil_by_clockhound-d6igay5.png""/></div><br/>""Of course your highness. If the Princess will allow it, then I should like to hear your proposal. Also, I apologise in advance for anything that may be broken, as Chrysophylax has decided to go exploring."" He quickly realised how alone he felt without the dragon and decided that immediately after he was done here he would go find him.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d1/House_Baratheon.PNG""/></div><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Lyonel Baratheon</span></div><br/><div align=""Center"">Inside of the Red Keep</div><br/>""I would like to offer you the position of Commander of the City Watch. I assume you and your dragon can help cut back on the crime a bit?"" Said Lyonel, hoping the man would accept.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Sebastianbourg <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22694551#p22694551"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Sebasion Iranassar</span><br/><br/>Lord Sebasion Iranassar hoped for a moment that the King would offer her hand in marriage but he knew this extremely unrealistic and therefore wasn't surprised when the King said, ""I will marry her to someone to make sure she won't run again. I assume you have letters sent to the ports. Duskendale, Oldtown, White Harbor and the like?"" Shortly after that the King offered seemed to offer a man who had just entered the chamber something. However, in a moment of silence Lord Sebasion said to the King, ""Very well, Your Grace. We must make sure Lady Cassana does not present a threat to the realm and does not distract you or the Small Council from more important matters. And yes, I have sent letters to all the locations you have mentioned.""</div></blockquote><br/>""The question is who to marry her to. Plenty of lords would be willing."" He said, speaking to himself mostly. He turned towards Lord Iranassar. ""Good good, hopefully the lord will get the message. Most likely she will go as far as Oldtown before someone catches her."
3754,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=225,2014-12-06T07:13:00,Romus Maximus,"<div align=""middle""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Darion Crex<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Small Council Chambers, The Red Keep, King's Landing</span></span></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2013/228/0/7/house_targaryen_sigil_by_clockhound-d6igay5.png""/></div><br/>Darion thought about it for a split second. ""I accept. My skills should help although Chrysophylax may be of more use. Plus he'd love patrolling."" Darion gave a short bow. ""Thank you my lord."""
3755,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=225,2014-12-06T07:21:00,Nuxipal,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Princess Baela Targaryen<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Red Keep, King's Landing</span></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2013/228/0/7/house_targaryen_sigil_by_clockhound-d6igay5.png""/></div><br/><br/><br/>Accepting the papers from Darion and listening to the back and forth with him and Lyonel, Princess Baela can't help but smile when the position of Commander of the Gold Cloaks is offered to him. ""I am sure he would do a great job there. The position is technically under my jurisdiction and seeing as he is here to guard me at my Uncle's command, then him commanding the city watch would be a great way of him maintaining his previous duty while accepting a new one."" Looking at Darion she knew the first thing they must do, ""I think we need to determine which members of the city watch are trustworthy and honorable. Of course, you get to decide if they stay in the watch or not now, but we don't need watchmen who are going to be acting like criminals themselves."""
3756,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=225,2014-12-06T09:15:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Cassana and her entourage rode on past the hedgeknights, it was then that Cassana discovered why she hated riding. She hadn't gone on a journey for so long but now she realized why. Everything was so boring, she was just sitting still for hours at a time. Garilon and Lothor were pleasant enough company but she'd be bored with anyone. She began having pangs of regret at leaving but she couldn't go back, she was simply too proud.<br/><br/>Eventually Lothor who had been raised around the Crownlands and who was convinced that he knew the lands well persuaded them to take a detour to a small fishing village by the sea. He was sure that they had been spotted leaving and said that they should be careful and take smaller roads, avoid the kingsroad and stop at small villages. Cassana hated the idea but it was prudent.<br/><br/>She sat around at the beach while Lothor talked to a septa who seemed to be in charge of the town. Eventually the septa was convinced to give them some bread and she sat eating it, watching the sea. When they got to Duskendale she'd buy some hair dye she resolved. Everyone knew Baratheons had black hair and they wouldn't look twice at a girl with blonde hair."
3757,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=225,2014-12-06T16:48:00,Romus Maximus,"<div align=""middle""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Darion Crex<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Small Council Chambers, The Red Keep, King's Landing</span></span></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2013/228/0/7/house_targaryen_sigil_by_clockhound-d6igay5.png""/></div><br/>""I'll get right onto it my lady.Well, after I find Chrysophylax and this meeting has concluded. I may be able to use Lord Iranassar's 'little birds' to help in my search. I beg my leave of you my lords and ladies."" He gave a short bow and proceeded to leave, heading deep into the keep, where eventually found Chrysophylax, laying on some lord or ladies bed. He woke the dragon and began to walk back through the keep with Chrysophylax close behind."
3758,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=225,2014-12-06T23:44:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nuxipal <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22694887#p22694887"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Princess Baela Targaryen<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Red Keep, King's Landing</span></span><br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2013/228/0/7/house_targaryen_sigil_by_clockhound-d6igay5.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div><br/><br/><br/>Accepting the papers from Darion and listening to the back and forth with him and Lyonel, Princess Baela can't help but smile when the position of Commander of the Gold Cloaks is offered to him. ""I am sure he would do a great job there. The position is technically under my jurisdiction and seeing as he is here to guard me at my Uncle's command, then him commanding the city watch would be a great way of him maintaining his previous duty while accepting a new one."" Looking at Darion she knew the first thing they must do, ""I think we need to determine which members of the city watch are trustworthy and honorable. Of course, you get to decide if they stay in the watch or not now, but we don't need watchmen who are going to be acting like criminals themselves.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d1/House_Baratheon.PNG""/></div><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Lyonel Baratheon</span></div><br/><div align=""Center"">Inside of the Red Keep</div><br/><br/>""It is good to see my trust in him was not misplaced. With a dragon on the streets, I expect crime to drop fast."""
3759,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=225,2014-12-07T05:10:00,Blobovia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nuxipal <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22688368#p22688368"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Princess Baela Targaryen<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Red Keep, King's Landing</span></span><br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2013/228/0/7/house_targaryen_sigil_by_clockhound-d6igay5.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div><br/><br/><br/>""Well, the Lannisters have always been better with monetary concerns. I will get on to the Master of Laws position momentarily. Lady Lara, whenever you are ready we can meet and I'll give you the Accounting books. There are some strange discrepancies shortly before the Tourney that you may find interesting."" She leaned forward a bit. ""So, King Regent, what shall we do about your cousin running off like that? No doubt she is going to raise an army to take the throne for herself.""</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Lady Lara Lannister</span></span><br/><br/>""I thank you, lord... your highness, I mean. I promise to do the very best I can with the Crown's finances"", Lara said to Lyonel, while simply bowing her head. With her mother's recent death and now this, her responsibilities had now suddenly increased. But while it meant a lot more work, it was honorous such, and she was well prepared for it, she had been trained her whole life for this. The times were hard, but Lara now had the chance to bring house Lannister to new hights of glory.<br/><br/>""Baela, I'm ready when you are. I'm eager to get to work as soon as possible. Regarding lady Cassana..."", she said to both of them, ""... we<span style=""font-style: italic""> could</span>call her for treason, and I'd say it's still too early for such a measure, and to label her as a traitor now might even provoke her to raise an army for her cause! She hasn't actually done anything yet, but she's still dangerous, and so I believe the best option is to simply keep track of her. Something our new Master of Whispers, lord Iranassar, should take care of.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Ser Aedulf Branting</span></span><br/><br/>He waited until the unknown lady had departed. ""Trobles in the capital, huh? Good news for me, that means work..."" he said and smiled. Whatever game of Cyvasse the nobility was up to, they would all surely want more pieces.<br/><br/>""Well, I guess I'll be on my way then. Unless you too are coming to King's Landing, I bid you farewell,"" Adeulf said to both Alexander and Seamus, and clapped his horse for movement."
3760,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=225,2014-12-07T11:32:00,United peoples of terra,"Seamus looked to the leaving knight and started walking after her responding to his words"" I actually was heading there the king left a senseless whoring heir and from what ive heard of him he wont be lasting long and with two kings dead so close together to realm will most certainly be in chaos...."" the young male smiled at the word chaos before frowning quickly to hide it and continued ""and with such chaos there most certainly will be work even just to clear some bandits who are getting out of control"""
3761,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=225,2014-12-07T21:33:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Blobovia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22707833#p22707833"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Nuxipal <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22688368#p22688368"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Princess Baela Targaryen<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Red Keep, King's Landing</span></span><br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2013/228/0/7/house_targaryen_sigil_by_clockhound-d6igay5.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div><br/><br/><br/>""Well, the Lannisters have always been better with monetary concerns. I will get on to the Master of Laws position momentarily. Lady Lara, whenever you are ready we can meet and I'll give you the Accounting books. There are some strange discrepancies shortly before the Tourney that you may find interesting."" She leaned forward a bit. ""So, King Regent, what shall we do about your cousin running off like that? No doubt she is going to raise an army to take the throne for herself.""</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Lady Lara Lannister</span></span><br/><br/>""I thank you, lord... your highness, I mean. I promise to do the very best I can with the Crown's finances"", Lara said to Lyonel, while simply bowing her head. With her mother's recent death and now this, her responsibilities had now suddenly increased. But while it meant a lot more work, it was honorous such, and she was well prepared for it, she had been trained her whole life for this. The times were hard, but Lara now had the chance to bring house Lannister to new hights of glory.<br/><br/>""Baela, I'm ready when you are. I'm eager to get to work as soon as possible. Regarding lady Cassana..."", she said to both of them, ""... we<span style=""font-style: italic""> could</span> call her for treason, and I'd say it's still too early for such a measure, and to label her as a traitor now might even provoke her to raise an army for her cause! She hasn't actually done anything yet, but she's still dangerous, and so I believe the best option is to simply keep track of her. Something our new Master of Whispers, lord Iranassar, should take care of.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Ser Aedulf Branting</span></span><br/><br/>He waited until the unknown lady had departed. ""Trobles in the capital, huh? Good news for me, that means work..."" he said and smiled. Whatever game of Cyvasse the nobility was up to, they would all surely want more pieces.<br/><br/>""Well, I guess I'll be on my way then. Unless you too are coming to King's Landing, I bid you farewell,"" Adeulf said to both Alexander and Seamus, and clapped his horse for movement.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d1/House_Baratheon.PNG""/></div><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Lyonel Baratheon</span></div><br/><div align=""Center"">Inside of the Red Keep</div><br/><br/>""I am happy to hear so Lady Lannister, I have no doubts you can fix the finances up, from what I have heard, it will not be a easy task. As for my cousin, I have sent the City Watch and two kingsguard to find her, and Lord Iranassar has sent letters to all the ports of Westeros, incase she trys to leave Westeros"
3762,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=225,2014-12-08T12:18:00,Blobovia,"<blockquote><div><cite>United peoples of terra <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22711184#p22711184"">wrote</a>:</cite>Seamus looked to the leaving knight and started walking after her responding to his words"" I actually was heading there the king left a senseless whoring heir and from what ive heard of him he wont be lasting long and with two kings dead so close together to realm will most certainly be in chaos...."" the young male smiled at the word chaos before frowning quickly to hide it and continued ""and with such chaos there most certainly will be work even just to clear some bandits who are getting out of control""</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Ser Branting</span></span><br/><br/>Aedulf threw a glance over his shoulder at the young man, still smiling. ""My thoughts exactly. You're welcome to come with me if you want, until we reach the gates of King's Landing, that is.""<br/><br/>He slowed his horse down, whitout stopping completely, and awaited Seamu's response."
3763,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=225,2014-12-08T18:36:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>After a short stay at the town Cassana managed to persuade Garilon and Lothor to abandon the place. It was so boring, there was nothing to do at all. All they could do was sit there and watch the sea. Garilon and Lothor were smarter men than most though and when she commanded they obeyed. Within no time at all they were back on the road.<br/><br/>It seemed like they maybe rode for all of 10 minutes before a gruff ""Halt!"" rang through the air. Cassana had anticipated guards that maybe checked through what farmers were carrying or something of the sort and so she wasn't too alarmed. She looked at the floor and drew up her hood. But when she glanced up she caught a look at the snow white cloak that hung from one of the men's shoulders.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Oh gods...</span><br/><br/>Her hood was thrown back over her head and Cassana was left trembling before 2 kingsguard and a lot of goldcloaks, too many to count. One of them said something about her being arrested by orders of Lyonel her hands were bound and her trusty pony was turned back towards King's Landing.<br/><br/>The ride seemed much longer than the first. Her whole body seemed to burn with shame and embarrassment, she couldn't even bring herself to look at her captors she just kept her eyes glued to the floor. When she actually got back to the city she wondered how she must have looked. Being dragged through by a bunch of goldcloaks, her hands tied behind her back.<br/><br/>The goldcloaks eventually left and the kingsguard escorted her through the Red Keep. Cassana was still wearing her servant's clothes when the two members of the kingsguard knocked on the small council chambers' door."
3764,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=225,2014-12-08T21:36:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Woodstovia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22730631#p22730631"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>After a short stay at the town Cassana managed to persuade Garilon and Lothor to abandon the place. It was so boring, there was nothing to do at all. All they could do was sit there and watch the sea. Garilon and Lothor were smarter men than most though and when she commanded they obeyed. Within no time at all they were back on the road.<br/><br/>It seemed like they maybe rode for all of 10 minutes before a gruff ""Halt!"" rang through the air. Cassana had anticipated guards that maybe checked through what farmers were carrying or something of the sort and so she wasn't too alarmed. She looked at the floor and drew up her hood. But when she glanced up she caught a look at the snow white cloak that hung from one of the men's shoulders. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Oh gods...</span><br/><br/>Her hood was thrown back over her head and Cassana was left trembling before 2 kingsguard and a lot of goldcloaks, too many to count. One of them said something about her being arrested by orders of Lyonel her hands were bound and her trusty pony was turned back towards King's Landing.<br/><br/>The ride seemed much longer than the first. Her whole body seemed to burn with shame and embarrassment, she couldn't even bring herself to look at her captors she just kept her eyes glued to the floor. When she actually got back to the city she wondered how she must have looked. Being dragged through by a bunch of goldcloaks, her hands tied behind her back. <br/><br/>The goldcloaks eventually left and the kingsguard escorted her through the Red Keep. Cassana was still wearing her servant's clothes when the two members of the kingsguard knocked on the small council chambers' door.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d1/House_Baratheon.PNG""/></div><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Lyonel Baratheon</span></div><br/><div align=""Center"">Inside of the Red Keep</div><br/><br/>Lyonel heard knocking on the door, got up and opened it. ""Lord Ha- I mean, your grace, we have returned with Lady Cassana."" Said one of the Kingsguard. He brought her inside, and went back to his duty, guarding the door. Lyonel thanked him and closed the door, furious. ""Only two men with you? Do you have any idea what could have happened had it not been the City Watch who found you?!"" Lyonel said, obviously angry. ""You do realise that you are no longer Master of Laws? Why did you run Cassana?"" He asked her, wanting an answer."
3765,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=225,2014-12-08T22:49:00,Nuxipal,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Princess Baela Targaryen<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Red Keep, King's Landing</span></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2013/228/0/7/house_targaryen_sigil_by_clockhound-d6igay5.png""/></div><br/><br/>Baela watched as Cassana was brought back into the Small Council Chambers. ""It is a good thing that the Kings Guard found her. She is a valid candidate for the throne and should be present when the Lords Paramount Arrive next month. After all, Lord Stark has a very long way to ride from Winterfell to Kings Landing. We don't want to disturb the Warden of the North with a visit to the Capital without need."" She eyed Cassana. The woman always had some kind of charm to her and a glow. Now she just looked as if she had been pushed into the mud and made to walk in front of the other kids while they laughed at her. The look didn't suit her and Baela had to speak up, ""Remember, she is royalty still. Get her some descent clothes and a place to sleep. If there are no suitable quarters she may have the room assigned to me. I have alternate quarters if need be."""
3766,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=225,2014-12-08T23:39:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nuxipal <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22733541#p22733541"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Princess Baela Targaryen<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Red Keep, King's Landing</span></span><br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2013/228/0/7/house_targaryen_sigil_by_clockhound-d6igay5.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div><br/><br/>Baela watched as Cassana was brought back into the Small Council Chambers. ""It is a good thing that the Kings Guard found her. She is a valid candidate for the throne and should be present when the Lords Paramount Arrive next month. After all, Lord Stark has a very long way to ride from Winterfell to Kings Landing. We don't want to disturb the Warden of the North with a visit to the Capital without need."" She eyed Cassana. The woman always had some kind of charm to her and a glow. Now she just looked as if she had been pushed into the mud and made to walk in front of the other kids while they laughed at her. The look didn't suit her and Baela had to speak up, ""Remember, she is royalty still. Get her some descent clothes and a place to sleep. If there are no suitable quarters she may have the room assigned to me. I have alternate quarters if need be.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d1/House_Baratheon.PNG""/></div><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Lyonel Baratheon</span></div><br/><div align=""Center"">Inside of the Red Keep</div><br/><br/>Lyonel sighed and nodded. He got one of the servants to come into to chamber. ""Take my cousin to be washed, and dress her in something nice. I will not have her looking like she has been in the mud all day long. Afterwards, bring her back."" The servant nodded, and began to lead Cassana out of the room"
3767,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=225,2014-12-09T22:04:00,Toronina,OOC: Bump
3768,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=225,2014-12-09T22:59:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Cassana Baratheon stood before the council, meekly staring at the floor. She was about to answer Lyonel's questions when the Targaryen girl cut in and Cassana was dragged off by some servant to be bathed.<br/><br/>Some of the little snippets of the conversation made her anxious though. What had happened to her own chambers and clothes? Surely they hadn't just sold them all off as soon as they had heard Cassana had left?<br/><br/>Eventually Cassana got through her bath (which was incredibly tense) and got dressed in a gown which was pretty enough but much more plain than what Cassana usually wore. When she was ready she was dragged back to Lyonel and once again stood before him, staring at the floor meekly."
3769,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=225,2014-12-09T23:21:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Woodstovia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22745225#p22745225"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Cassana Baratheon stood before the council, meekly staring at the floor. She was about to answer Lyonel's questions when the Targaryen girl cut in and Cassana was dragged off by some servant to be bathed.<br/><br/>Some of the little snippets of the conversation made her anxious though. What had happened to her own chambers and clothes? Surely they hadn't just sold them all off as soon as they had heard Cassana had left?<br/><br/>Eventually Cassana got through her bath (which was incredibly tense) and got dressed in a gown which was pretty enough but much more plain than what Cassana usually wore. When she was ready she was dragged back to Lyonel and once again stood before him, staring at the floor meekly.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d1/House_Baratheon.PNG""/></div><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Lyonel Baratheon</span></div><br/><div align=""Center"">Inside of the Red Keep</div><br/><br/>""I have decided shuffle around a few council positions since you decided to run away. Princess Baela is our new Master of Laws, and Lady Lara the new Master of Coin. Now, what in the name of the Seven, did you expect to happen by running away?"" Lyonel said, trying to keep his anger under control."
3770,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=225,2014-12-09T23:33:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>If Cassana was standing before anyone else she would have felt sorry and been embarrassed over her actions. However she was standing before Lyonel and no matter how hard she tried, she wasn't able to bring herself to be apologetic towards him. She just felt angry and defensive. ""I didn't expect anything to happen. I just wanted to get away."" answered Cassana. She wanted to shout it at him but didn't have the strength and instead said it normally."
3771,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=225,2014-12-10T00:12:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Woodstovia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22745398#p22745398"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>If Cassana was standing before anyone else she would have felt sorry and been embarrassed over her actions. However she was standing before Lyonel and no matter how hard she tried, she wasn't able to bring herself to be apologetic towards him. She just felt angry and defensive. ""I didn't expect anything to happen. I just wanted to get away."" answered Cassana. She wanted to shout it at him but didn't have the strength and instead said it normally.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d1/House_Baratheon.PNG""/></div><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Lyonel Baratheon</span></div><br/><div align=""Center"">Inside of the Red Keep</div><br/><br/>""Get away? You could have been killed, or worse. Am I such a bad person in your eyes that you have to run away? Is it because you know that the Grand Council might not choose you? If you were anyone else, I would have slapped you by now. The lords are on their way, and they would be very displeased if I had called them here for nothing. I will give you a chance, only one. You can either be an adviser to the Small Council, or a resident of the castle until the Council. Baela will remain Master of Laws and Lara Master of Coin until the council, and if the Grand Council chooses me, they will stay. Now sit down, and act your age Cassana. You are a grown woman. Don't think that I was not worried, you are still family Cassana, and I would like if my family did not try to run away."""
3772,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=225,2014-12-10T13:13:00,United peoples of terra,"Id be glad with the human company to much wild animals for friends can sometimes be....nevermind, lets get going then"" Seamus responds before running up to the knight and continouing to run in the case of any increase in speed. ""so whats your story?,Everyone seems to have a bit of a story."""
3773,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=225,2014-12-11T08:39:00,Blobovia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Toronina <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22719949#p22719949"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Blobovia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22707833#p22707833"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Lady Lara Lannister</span></span><br/><br/>""I thank you, lord... your highness, I mean. I promise to do the very best I can with the Crown's finances"", Lara said to Lyonel, while simply bowing her head. With her mother's recent death and now this, her responsibilities had now suddenly increased. But while it meant a lot more work, it was honorous such, and she was well prepared for it, she had been trained her whole life for this. The times were hard, but Lara now had the chance to bring house Lannister to new hights of glory.<br/><br/>""Baela, I'm ready when you are. I'm eager to get to work as soon as possible. Regarding lady Cassana..."", she said to both of them, ""... we<span style=""font-style: italic""> could</span> call her for treason, and I'd say it's still too early for such a measure, and to label her as a traitor now might even provoke her to raise an army for her cause! She hasn't actually done anything yet, but she's still dangerous, and so I believe the best option is to simply keep track of her. Something our new Master of Whispers, lord Iranassar, should take care of.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Ser Aedulf Branting</span></span><br/><br/>He waited until the unknown lady had departed. ""Trobles in the capital, huh? Good news for me, that means work..."" he said and smiled. Whatever game of Cyvasse the nobility was up to, they would all surely want more pieces.<br/><br/>""Well, I guess I'll be on my way then. Unless you too are coming to King's Landing, I bid you farewell,"" Adeulf said to both Alexander and Seamus, and clapped his horse for movement.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d1/House_Baratheon.PNG""/></div><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Lyonel Baratheon</span></div><br/><div align=""Center"">Inside of the Red Keep</div><br/><br/>""I am happy to hear so Lady Lannister, I have no doubts you can fix the finances up, from what I have heard, it will not be a easy task. As for my cousin, I have sent the City Watch and two kingsguard to find her, and Lord Iranassar has sent letters to all the ports of Westeros, incase she trys to leave Westeros</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Lady Lara Lannister</span></span><br/><br/>""Thank you, your grace"", Lara said and bowed once again. For a woman many would see it more suiting for her to curtsey, but that was just something Lara couldn't bring her down to do, not even for a king. She had too much integrity for that.<br/><br/>""I would also like to inform you that my lord father and I have agreed that I shall take upon me all missions for house Lannister here in King's Landing, as he's preoccupied with domestic affairs in the West. As such, I will attend the meeting for the lords paramount. I'm sure it won't be a problem, your grace."" And with that, she left for the Master of Coin's chambers, very avid to get to work. Partly due to genuin wish to get the kingdom's finances right, and subconciously due to the opportunity it gave her to bury herself in work, and thereby avoid to have to confront her feelings with the loss of her mother.<br/><br/>When lady Cassana came back, Lara was already deep into the accounting books.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>United peoples of terra <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22749958#p22749958"">wrote</a>:</cite>Id be glad with the human company to much wild animals for friends can sometimes be....nevermind, lets get going then"" Seamus responds before running up to the knight and continouing to run in the case of any increase in speed. ""so whats your story?,Everyone seems to have a bit of a story.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Ser Aedulf Branting</span></span><br/><br/>""There's not much to say, really... orphan, raised by a hedgeknight, then I became a hedgeknight too, and now I roam the Seven Kingdoms on a quest to find a place where I can get food, shelter and coin for my ability to use a sword. How about you, young lad?"""
3774,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=225,2014-12-12T11:32:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Blobovia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22759013#p22759013"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Toronina <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22719949#p22719949"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d1/House_Baratheon.PNG""/></div><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Lyonel Baratheon</span></div><br/><div align=""Center"">Inside of the Red Keep</div><br/><br/>""I am happy to hear so Lady Lannister, I have no doubts you can fix the finances up, from what I have heard, it will not be a easy task. As for my cousin, I have sent the City Watch and two kingsguard to find her, and Lord Iranassar has sent letters to all the ports of Westeros, incase she trys to leave Westeros</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Lady Lara Lannister</span></span><br/><br/>""Thank you, your grace"", Lara said and bowed once again. For a woman many would see it more suiting for her to curtsey, but that was just something Lara couldn't bring her down to do, not even for a king. She had too much integrity for that. <br/><br/>""I would also like to inform you that my lord father and I have agreed that I shall take upon me all missions for house Lannister here in King's Landing, as he's preoccupied with domestic affairs in the West. As such, I will attend the meeting for the lords paramount. I'm sure it won't be a problem, your grace."" And with that, she left for the Master of Coin's chambers, very avid to get to work. Partly due to genuin wish to get the kingdom's finances right, and subconciously due to the opportunity it gave her to bury herself in work, and thereby avoid to have to confront her feelings with the loss of her mother. <br/><br/>When lady Cassana came back, Lara was already deep into the accounting books.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>United peoples of terra <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22749958#p22749958"">wrote</a>:</cite>Id be glad with the human company to much wild animals for friends can sometimes be....nevermind, lets get going then"" Seamus responds before running up to the knight and continouing to run in the case of any increase in speed. ""so whats your story?,Everyone seems to have a bit of a story.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Ser Aedulf Branting</span></span><br/><br/>""There's not much to say, really... orphan, raised by a hedgeknight, then I became a hedgeknight too, and now I roam the Seven Kingdoms on a quest to find a place where I can get food, shelter and coin for my ability to use a sword. How about you, young lad?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d1/House_Baratheon.PNG""/></div><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Lyonel Baratheon</span></div><br/><div align=""Center"">Inside of the Red Keep</div><br/><br/>""You are welcome Lady Lannister. I look forward to seeing you at the council."" said Lyonel. It appeared at least Two of the Seven Kingdoms would be on his side come the time when the other lords arrived. He just hoped the rest would not be fooled by Cassana's pretty looks and promises of power. She was bound to try and get them on her side somehow, and Lyonel knew he had to stop that. He turned back to Cassana. ""You are lucky I am merciful. No matter what I try to do, rumors will spread of how you fled from the keep. Do you expect this to look good for your case?"""
3775,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=250,2014-12-12T13:32:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>""Spread by you no doubt."" Cassana replied, holding her head up in the air defiantly. ""You'll tell them that I fled to try and raise an army to steal ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">your</span>"" crown and I'll tell them the truth: that a young girl sought peace and quiet after her cousin died and got dragged back by a paranoid cousin and his minions."" no matter how serious the circumstances Cassana could not make herself apologize to Lyonel. ""And no, I won't take your little adviser position. I want my post back or I'll remain a resident of the Red Keep. You didn't even have the authority to take it away, you're not hand anymore."""
3776,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=250,2014-12-12T15:21:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Woodstovia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22771937#p22771937"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>""Spread by you no doubt."" Cassana replied, holding her head up in the air defiantly. ""You'll tell them that I fled to try and raise an army to steal ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">your</span>"" crown and I'll tell them the truth: that a young girl sought peace and quiet after her cousin died and got dragged back by a paranoid cousin and his minions."" no matter how serious the circumstances Cassana could not make herself apologize to Lyonel. ""And no, I won't take your little adviser position. I want my post back or I'll remain a resident of the Red Keep. You didn't even have the authority to take it away, you're not hand anymore.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d1/House_Baratheon.PNG""/></div><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Lyonel Baratheon</span></div><br/><div align=""Center"">Inside of the Red Keep</div><br/><br/>""Spread by me? Why shouldn't I spread the truth, of how the young lady fled the capital, after one of her cousin's died and the other went to fix his mess, for the cousin who was the new king was unwilling to deal with her corruption. You call<span style=""font-style: italic"">me</span>paranoid? I'm not the one who tried to escape the Red Keep. You will not get your post back Cassana, either take the adviser position or get out, I am in no mood for your antics, I have a realm that needs fixing. And I do have the authority."" He said, angry with Cassana."
3777,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=250,2014-12-13T12:55:00,United peoples of terra,"""dead family from bandit attack managed to kill them thou with father before he fell as well, nothing special just been wondering around doing this and that ever since"" he says rather calmly before going silent for a long while not responding to anything the man says for about a half hour but pretends to listen."
3778,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=250,2014-12-13T13:57:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Cassana turned on her heel with a ""hmpf"" and waltzed out of the council room without a second thought. She got back to her old chambers (she had never moved into the master of laws chambers since she had been provided a much more lavish room by Eddard) and sat, fuming.<span style=""font-style: italic"">It would be so much easier if Lyonel just disappeared. But there was still time yet. The lord paramounts hadn't actually voted yet and it would be hard but there was a possibility that they could be swayed.</span>."
3779,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=250,2014-12-13T14:43:00,Alderann,"IRONWRATH KEEP, THE VALE<br/><br/>Lord William Ironstone sat in his keep plotting, since his return from Kingslanding the lady Baratheon was on his mind. He couldn't stop thinking about her and about how much he wanted her.<br/><br/>He called all of the houses that were loyal to him. The Houses of Bellmore, Coldwater, Donniger,Egen, Grafton, Hersy, Hunter, Moore, Pryor, Redfort, and Tollett had pledged their loyalty to the House of Ironstone.<br/><br/>In total the young Lord could call upon 25,000 banner men. And he did now would be the time that he took the Vale. This king Lyonel was corrupt and insulting and the treatment that he recieved from him while in Kings landing was not that of a Lord.<br/><br/>The king Lyonel called William a savage, we'll he would show him a savage. Wearing white armor and at the front of his army he marches on the Eeryie of the Vale to claim the Vale for himself.<br/><br/>William sends a raven to the Lady Baratheon.<br/><br/>"" my dear,<br/>I have assembled an army and I will claim the Vale for us. Be prepared to leave kings landing and join me as my queen."""
3780,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=250,2014-12-13T15:41:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Alderann <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22784195#p22784195"">wrote</a>:</cite>IRONWRATH KEEP, THE VALE<br/><br/> Lord William Ironstone sat in his keep plotting, since his return from Kingslanding the lady Baratheon was on his mind. He couldn't stop thinking about her and about how much he wanted her. <br/><br/> He called all of the houses that were loyal to him. The Houses of Bellmore, Coldwater, Donniger,Egen, Grafton, Hersy, Hunter, Moore, Pryor, Redfort, and Tollett had pledged their loyalty to the House of Ironstone.<br/><br/> In total the young Lord could call upon 25,000 banner men. And he did now would be the time that he took the Vale. This king Lyonel was corrupt and insulting and the treatment that he recieved from him while in Kings landing was not that of a Lord.<br/><br/> The king Lyonel called William a savage, we'll he would show him a savage. Wearing white armor and at the front of his army he marches on the Eeryie of the Vale to claim the Vale for himself.<br/><br/> William sends a raven to the Lady Baratheon.<br/><br/>"" my dear,<br/> I have assembled an army and I will claim the Vale for us. Be prepared to leave kings landing and join me as my queen.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d1/House_Baratheon.PNG""/></div><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Lyonel Baratheon</span></div><br/><div align=""Center"">Inside of the Red Keep</div><br/><br/>Lyonel had been talking with the Grand Maester in the Ravenry when a message arrived. He read it in his entirety, and was furious. ""The boy not only tries to take over the Vale, but he declares himself king!?"" Lyonel would not take this lightly. He had a servant go to fetch Lady Lana, and Princess Baela. Meanwhile, ravens were sent out. The Banners of those sworn to King's Landing and Storm's End were being risen, messages to the other kingdoms were sent. And letters were sent to the Vale, telling the Lords to strike their banners and return to the King's Peace. or face the consequences. Likely a number were threatend by Ironstone and had joined him in fear. ""Tollet, Coldwater, Belmore and the rest. Does the boy expect me to believe him?"" He said to himself and the Grand Maester."
3781,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=250,2014-12-15T22:44:00,Toronina,"<div align=""Center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d1/House_Baratheon.PNG""/></div><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Lyonel Baratheon</span></div><br/><div align=""Center"">Inside of the Red Keep</div><br/><br/>Today was the big day, the one that could make or break him. Lyonel was calm on the outside, but on the inside, he was as nervous as on his Wedding day. 'If the Lords Paramount choose Cassana, I am ruined.' he thought. Would any support her? Lyonel had sent invitations to the Lords Paramount, and asked them to bring along their most powerful bannermen. It could ruin him, but he had invited Ironstone as well, to see if he could convince the young lord to step done."
3782,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=250,2014-12-16T05:59:00,Blobovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Ser Branting</span></span><br/><br/>Aedulf rode into the city. So this was King's Landing, from which the entire Westeros was ruled. It amazed him. Aedulf had never been to the capital before, and it was much larger than any other city or town he had previously visited.<br/><br/>He looked around at what the city had to offer with curiousity, and it was obvious for anyone who saw him that he was an outsider. Without his horse and armor, he could've been mistaken for a simle peasant making his first visit outside the countryside, and that's what he almost was. Aedulf almost forgot about Seamus walking by his side. Shopkeepers, usurers, beggars, noble men and women and their knights, smallfolk, orphans running around, whores, Maesters, clerics of the Seven... the city had it all. His eyes fell upon a group of the City Watch in their famous golden cloaks, who stood and kept guard, while at the same time being involved in a friendly chat with a couple of Lannister guards. At least he thought they were Lannister's, he couldn't see what crest they had on this distance. It actually reminded a little of his own golden bull skull.<br/><br/>The group now noticed his staring, and met his eyes. The Gold Cloaks seemed fairly uninterested by him, but one of the Lannister guards appearantly had reacted, and shouted and pointed at him. ""YOU! Hold it right there!"" the guard called out.<br/><br/>What happened thereafter was something Aedulf never had expected. The Lannisters, of which there were three, got on their horses and called for the attention of their golden friends under raised voices. Puzzled, Aedulf halted and decided to wait for what would come of this.<br/><br/>The group made their way across the street and surrounded Aedulf. Yet none had drawn swords, though, and Aedulf had no intention to provoke them to such an action. Two of the Lannister men looked exactly alike, he noticed. Twins, perhaps?<br/><br/>The Gold Cloak who seemed to lead this patrol spoke up. ""Tell me your name, hedgeknight, and why you ride with an illegal replica of the Lannister banner on your shield.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Illegal replica!?</span>Sure, the colours were the same, although he hadn't actually thought of that until just now, but he carried the skull of a bull, not a lion. He mentioned his thoughts to the men around him. ""I have never been accused of anything like this before"", he added.<br/><br/>""Perhaps not, but the shields are suspiciously similar, just like Jym and Tym here, the leading Gold Cloak remarked, with a nod to the twins in Lannister uniforms.<br/>""I swear by all gods, old and new, that it was never my intention to copy the banner of any noble house when I made my shield"", Aedulf responded calmly. He began to get slightly worried.<br/>""Intentional or not, you might still be guilty. But that's not for us to judge, not here. You will be escorted to Lady Lara Lannister herself, and she'll determine your faith.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Lara</span></span><br/><br/>She followed the servant down to Lord Lyonel, no,<span style=""font-style: italic"">king</span>Lyonel now, she had to remind herself. At least that's what she guessed this meeting was about. For her, it was a pleasant little break from her new duties as Master of Coin. One of the many, many solutions needed to get the finances straight was higher taxes. It would be an impopular decision, but it had to be done. And some way to get back all the gold and goods plundered by the ironborn over the years. Who knew how much that was? But was the royal fleet in a condition to besiege the Iron Islands and force them to pay the gold price for once. She would have to ask the Master of Ships about that, if the position would ever be appointed. Otherwise she would have to talk to Lyonel directly.<br/><br/>She entered. ""Good day your grace, Grand Maester"", she said and bowed. ""You called me?"""
3783,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=250,2014-12-16T19:27:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Blobovia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22815316#p22815316"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Ser Branting</span></span><br/><br/>Aedulf rode into the city. So this was King's Landing, from which the entire Westeros was ruled. It amazed him. Aedulf had never been to the capital before, and it was much larger than any other city or town he had previously visited. <br/><br/>He looked around at what the city had to offer with curiousity, and it was obvious for anyone who saw him that he was an outsider. Without his horse and armor, he could've been mistaken for a simle peasant making his first visit outside the countryside, and that's what he almost was. Aedulf almost forgot about Seamus walking by his side. Shopkeepers, usurers, beggars, noble men and women and their knights, smallfolk, orphans running around, whores, Maesters, clerics of the Seven... the city had it all. His eyes fell upon a group of the City Watch in their famous golden cloaks, who stood and kept guard, while at the same time being involved in a friendly chat with a couple of Lannister guards. At least he thought they were Lannister's, he couldn't see what crest they had on this distance. It actually reminded a little of his own golden bull skull.<br/><br/>The group now noticed his staring, and met his eyes. The Gold Cloaks seemed fairly uninterested by him, but one of the Lannister guards appearantly had reacted, and shouted and pointed at him. ""YOU! Hold it right there!"" the guard called out.<br/><br/>What happened thereafter was something Aedulf never had expected. The Lannisters, of which there were three, got on their horses and called for the attention of their golden friends under raised voices. Puzzled, Aedulf halted and decided to wait for what would come of this.<br/><br/>The group made their way across the street and surrounded Aedulf. Yet none had drawn swords, though, and Aedulf had no intention to provoke them to such an action. Two of the Lannister men looked exactly alike, he noticed. Twins, perhaps?<br/><br/>The Gold Cloak who seemed to lead this patrol spoke up. ""Tell me your name, hedgeknight, and why you ride with an illegal replica of the Lannister banner on your shield.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Illegal replica!?</span> Sure, the colours were the same, although he hadn't actually thought of that until just now, but he carried the skull of a bull, not a lion. He mentioned his thoughts to the men around him. ""I have never been accused of anything like this before"", he added.<br/><br/>""Perhaps not, but the shields are suspiciously similar, just like Jym and Tym here, the leading Gold Cloak remarked, with a nod to the twins in Lannister uniforms.<br/>""I swear by all gods, old and new, that it was never my intention to copy the banner of any noble house when I made my shield"", Aedulf responded calmly. He began to get slightly worried.<br/>""Intentional or not, you might still be guilty. But that's not for us to judge, not here. You will be escorted to Lady Lara Lannister herself, and she'll determine your faith.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Lara</span></span><br/><br/>She followed the servant down to Lord Lyonel, no, <span style=""font-style: italic"">king</span> Lyonel now, she had to remind herself. At least that's what she guessed this meeting was about. For her, it was a pleasant little break from her new duties as Master of Coin. One of the many, many solutions needed to get the finances straight was higher taxes. It would be an impopular decision, but it had to be done. And some way to get back all the gold and goods plundered by the ironborn over the years. Who knew how much that was? But was the royal fleet in a condition to besiege the Iron Islands and force them to pay the gold price for once. She would have to ask the Master of Ships about that, if the position would ever be appointed. Otherwise she would have to talk to Lyonel directly.<br/><br/>She entered. ""Good day your grace, Grand Maester"", she said and bowed. ""You called me?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d1/House_Baratheon.PNG""/></div><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Lyonel Baratheon</span></div><br/><div align=""Center"">Inside of the Red Keep</div><br/><br/>""Lady Lara, we have a problem. Do you recall Lord Ironstone?"""
3784,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=250,2014-12-17T00:56:00,Blobovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Lady Lara Lannister</span></span><br/><br/>""Hmm... yes, the young lord who tried to seduce your cousin."" She remembered him vaguely. ""What about him, your grace?"""
3785,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=250,2014-12-17T03:37:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Blobovia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22824710#p22824710"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Lady Lara Lannister</span></span><br/><br/>""Hmm... yes, the young lord who tried to seduce your cousin."" She remembered him vaguely. ""What about him, your grace?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d1/House_Baratheon.PNG""/></div><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Lyonel Baratheon</span></div><br/><div align=""Center"">Inside of the Red Keep</div><br/><br/>""He's declared himself ruler of the Vale and named himself a king. I've had the Grand Maester call the banners for the Crownland's and Stormland's. I do not know how many men he has, and I may need your help if he has a mighty number. I've invited him here as well, and plan to arrest him should he refuse. If he doesn't turn up, I will need as many soldiers as I can. The Vale has the purest of all Andal blood, and many knights as well."""
3786,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=250,2014-12-17T13:11:00,Alderann,"THE ERYIE, THE VALE<br/><br/>The ERYIE has been home to the lords of the Vale since the first men. One of the most magnificent palaces in all of the seven kingdoms, the lords of the Vale ruled from here in complete safety.<br/><br/>Lord Ironstone knew the importance of the ERYIE. Capturing it and disposing of the Lord paramount, Lord Royce. Not a lot stood in his way, Lord Ironstone commanded a army of over 20,000, and he did not have the bloody gate to contend with.<br/><br/>His match to the ERYIE was met with no resistance. Instead he was welcomed into the halls of the ERYIE, and there sat Lord Royce on his throne ready to pass judgement to the young Lord Ironstone.<br/><br/>Lord Royce glared at Ironstone. "" so boy you consider yourself Lord of the Vale do you? Ha you can't even muster respect from a whore, how do you expect to have respect from the noble houses of the Vale? You and all of your family are nothing but savages!!""<br/><br/>standing up and walking right up to the young Lord, Lord Royce began to poke him in the chest, belittling him.<br/>"" I order you by command of the king that you return the peace you Fucking savage!""<br/><br/>Lord Ironstone taking the verbal assualt along with the pokes to his chest answered back.<br/>"" the noble houses of the Vale use to be houses of warriors, but under your lordship you have had use forget who we are.""<br/><br/>Lord Ironstone looked down and then turned his head to face the moon door that was only a few feet away.<br/><br/>"" savage huh. Why fight what I am.""<br/><br/>with that being his last words to Lord Royce, he grabbed him by his cloak and threw Lord Royce out of the moon door.<br/><br/>"" now anyone else against me?""<br/><br/>after the show of dominance the remaining lords of the Vale bent the knee to the young Lord Ironstone."
3787,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=250,2014-12-17T13:33:00,Blobovia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Toronina <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22825208#p22825208"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Blobovia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22824710#p22824710"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Lady Lara Lannister</span></span><br/><br/>""Hmm... yes, the young lord who tried to seduce your cousin."" She remembered him vaguely. ""What about him, your grace?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d1/House_Baratheon.PNG""/></div><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Lyonel Baratheon</span></div><br/><div align=""Center"">Inside of the Red Keep</div><br/><br/>""He's declared himself ruler of the Vale and named himself a king. I've had the Grand Maester call the banners for the Crownland's and Stormland's. I do not know how many men he has, and I may need your help if he has a mighty number. I've invited him here as well, and plan to arrest him should he refuse. If he doesn't turn up, I will need as many soldiers as I can. The Vale has the purest of all Andal blood, and many knights as well.""</div></blockquote><br/>Lara nodded. ""I shall send a raven to my brother Tybolt in Lannisport. He's in direct command over my house's army. And trust me, he hates traitors just as much as we do. And a Lannister always pays her depts.""<br/><br/>""On another note, I might have a few ideas for the improvement of the kingdom's economy. Shall I mention them now, or should we rather wait for the rest?"" she asked Lyonel."
3788,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=250,2014-12-18T02:13:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Blobovia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22829411#p22829411"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Toronina <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22825208#p22825208"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><div align=""Center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d1/House_Baratheon.PNG""/></div><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Lyonel Baratheon</span></div><br/><div align=""Center"">Inside of the Red Keep</div><br/><br/>""He's declared himself ruler of the Vale and named himself a king. I've had the Grand Maester call the banners for the Crownland's and Stormland's. I do not know how many men he has, and I may need your help if he has a mighty number. I've invited him here as well, and plan to arrest him should he refuse. If he doesn't turn up, I will need as many soldiers as I can. The Vale has the purest of all Andal blood, and many knights as well.""</div></blockquote><br/>Lara nodded. ""I shall send a raven to my brother Tybolt in Lannisport. He's in direct command over my house's army. And trust me, he hates traitors just as much as we do. And a Lannister always pays her depts.""<br/><br/>""On another note, I might have a few ideas for the improvement of the kingdom's economy. Shall I mention them now, or should we rather wait for the rest?"" she asked Lyonel.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d1/House_Baratheon.PNG""/></div><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Lyonel Baratheon</span></div><br/><div align=""Center"">Inside of the Red Keep</div><br/><br/>Lyonel smiled at Lara. ""Thank you my lady. I hope it need not come to battle. The Bloody Gate as well as Stone, Snow and Sky are under loyalist control. History has called the entrance to the land around the Eyrie the Bloody Gate for a reason my old Maester told me, for it seems to be the Eyrie's version of Moat Cailin. If the gods are good, his army will break itself on the Bloody Gate while the Loyalists take them in the rear. And yes, I would like to hear these new improvements."""
3789,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=250,2014-12-18T12:30:00,Nuxipal,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Princess Baela Targaryen<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Red Keep, King's Landing</span></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2013/228/0/7/house_targaryen_sigil_by_clockhound-d6igay5.png""/></div><br/><br/><br/>Baela kept quiet during the meeting for a time, before making the decisive move. ""If this Lord Ironstone believes he should be the Lord Paramount of the Vale, let him prove it. I will fly to the Vale and see what sort of army he has assembled. Should I see more than half the houses of the Vale present in his army I will simply sit by and watch the battle unfold. However, if he has less than half the strength of the Vale at his command, Caeliphon will swoop down and turn his army into ash. The Bloody Gates will be renamed the Ashen Gates and I will personally escort Lord Royce and his family from the Eryie to Kings Landing.""<br/><br/>She looked to Lyonel, in her young eyes he would see two things. Fire and Blood.<br/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Yorwyck Royce<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Eryie, The Vale</span></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/thumb/e/ed/Royce.png/250px-Royce.png""/></div><br/><br/><br/>""Lord Royce, the Traitor Lord Ironstone's host is approaching the Bloody Gate. How shall we respond."" The Lord of the Vale looked disappointed. ""His family was raised up from nothing and now he dares to challenge the my rule during a succession crisis. There is a council to determine the next King taking place soon and all I can worry about is this upstart trying to take my land and titles. Send a Raven to Kings Landing giving them our situation. And send a second Raven to Lord Ironstone. Request that he come to the Eryie alone to reaffirm the vows he took upon being granted land and titles in the Vale. If he is to be a vowbreaker, let it be fresh in his memory that he forsake the vows sworn before the seven.""<br/><br/>The two messages fly forth and the raven lands at Lord Ironstone's camp asking him to enter the Bloody Gate and ascend to the Eryie alone."
3790,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=250,2014-12-18T18:09:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nuxipal <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22838696#p22838696"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Princess Baela Targaryen<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Red Keep, King's Landing</span></span><br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2013/228/0/7/house_targaryen_sigil_by_clockhound-d6igay5.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div><br/><br/><br/>Baela kept quiet during the meeting for a time, before making the decisive move. ""If this Lord Ironstone believes he should be the Lord Paramount of the Vale, let him prove it. I will fly to the Vale and see what sort of army he has assembled. Should I see more than half the houses of the Vale present in his army I will simply sit by and watch the battle unfold. However, if he has less than half the strength of the Vale at his command, Caeliphon will swoop down and turn his army into ash. The Bloody Gates will be renamed the Ashen Gates and I will personally escort Lord Royce and his family from the Eryie to Kings Landing.""<br/><br/>She looked to Lyonel, in her young eyes he would see two things. Fire and Blood.<br/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Yorwyck Royce<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Eryie, The Vale</span></span><br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/thumb/e/ed/Royce.png/250px-Royce.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div><br/><br/><br/>""Lord Royce, the Traitor Lord Ironstone's host is approaching the Bloody Gate. How shall we respond."" The Lord of the Vale looked disappointed. ""His family was raised up from nothing and now he dares to challenge the my rule during a succession crisis. There is a council to determine the next King taking place soon and all I can worry about is this upstart trying to take my land and titles. Send a Raven to Kings Landing giving them our situation. And send a second Raven to Lord Ironstone. Request that he come to the Eryie alone to reaffirm the vows he took upon being granted land and titles in the Vale. If he is to be a vowbreaker, let it be fresh in his memory that he forsake the vows sworn before the seven.""<br/><br/>The two messages fly forth and the raven lands at Lord Ironstone's camp asking him to enter the Bloody Gate and ascend to the Eryie alone.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d1/House_Baratheon.PNG""/></div><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Lyonel Baratheon</span></div><br/><div align=""Center"">Inside of the Red Keep</div><br/><br/>Lyonel looked into Baela's eyes. Fire and Blood were the words of House Targaryen, and he could see that in her eyes. ""Do what you must, but I am thinking of hiring an assassin. This is no time for a war to happen. He is not just vying for the Lord Paramouncy, he has declared himself a king. The banners have been called. Lord Royce has done nothing to anger the crown, and I expect quite a few houses will have returned to peace after a personal letter. He will learn the words of my house. Ours is the Fury, and he will not survive my fury."""
3791,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=250,2014-12-19T10:27:00,Blobovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Lady Lara</span></span><br/><br/>""I shall provide you with the proper documents, but I can fill you in on my ideas, although I might have mentioned some of them before."" She paused for effect.<br/><br/>""First, enact a new law, proclaim all unowned lands property of the Crown, and put it up for sale. This includes the colonies on the new continents, they are in all other matters useless. If possible, if our fleet is strong enough, force the Ironborn to pay back what they have stolen. The downside with that is that such an operation will be very expensive, especially if it fails, so it's not something I would recommend as a first option.<br/><br/>It would also be a good idea to make it so that more crimes are punished with fines instead of prison, especially for those who can afford it. And lastly, raise the taxes, for both nobles and smallfalk, and see that it is enforced. This will be unpopular, but necessary. Thank you for listening, your grace.""<br/><br/>Lara ended her little speech. Princess Baela took over. The fire and blood in the young Targaryen's eyes enhanced her beuty in Lara's opinion. She beat away those thoughts, this was not the time to be distracted. Perhaps after the meeting."
3792,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=250,2014-12-19T18:10:00,Nuxipal,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Princess Baela Targaryen<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Red Keep, King's Landing</span></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2013/228/0/7/house_targaryen_sigil_by_clockhound-d6igay5.png""/></div><br/><br/><br/>Smiling as Lyonel gave her permission to do as she wished. She looked at the other council members and caught the gaze of Lara for a moment. She could have sworn she saw something about her, but it was probably nothing important. ""Very well then. I will leave after this meeting for the Vale. I will put an end to any prospects of war in the Vale and maintain the laws of the Realm. If we know anyone who wants to come with me, I can fly them there. Caeliphon is large enough for another rider.""<br/><br/>She rested in her chair waiting for the meeting to adjourn. She looked over to Lara expecting she would have some sort of suggestion on how to deal with Ironstone aside from burning him alive. If not, well Baela hadn't burned someone in a very long time."
3793,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=250,2014-12-19T20:20:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Blobovia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22848171#p22848171"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Lady Lara</span></span><br/><br/>""I shall provide you with the proper documents, but I can fill you in on my ideas, although I might have mentioned some of them before."" She paused for effect.<br/><br/>""First, enact a new law, proclaim all unowned lands property of the Crown, and put it up for sale. This includes the colonies on the new continents, they are in all other matters useless. If possible, if our fleet is strong enough, force the Ironborn to pay back what they have stolen. The downside with that is that such an operation will be very expensive, especially if it fails, so it's not something I would recommend as a first option.<br/><br/>It would also be a good idea to make it so that more crimes are punished with fines instead of prison, especially for those who can afford it. And lastly, raise the taxes, for both nobles and smallfalk, and see that it is enforced. This will be unpopular, but necessary. Thank you for listening, your grace.""<br/><br/>Lara ended her little speech. Princess Baela took over. The fire and blood in the young Targaryen's eyes enhanced her beuty in Lara's opinion. She beat away those thoughts, this was not the time to be distracted. Perhaps after the meeting.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d1/House_Baratheon.PNG""/></div><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Lyonel Baratheon</span></div><br/><div align=""Center"">Inside of the Red Keep</div><br/><br/>Lyonel smiled at Lara. His choices for the small council seemed quite good. ""That is an excellent idea Lara. I just hope I can win the supports of the lords. Seven only know what my cousin would do.""<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Nuxipal <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22852348#p22852348"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Princess Baela Targaryen<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Red Keep, King's Landing</span></span><br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2013/228/0/7/house_targaryen_sigil_by_clockhound-d6igay5.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div><br/><br/><br/>Smiling as Lyonel gave her permission to do as she wished. She looked at the other council members and caught the gaze of Lara for a moment. She could have sworn she saw something about her, but it was probably nothing important. ""Very well then. I will leave after this meeting for the Vale. I will put an end to any prospects of war in the Vale and maintain the laws of the Realm. If we know anyone who wants to come with me, I can fly them there. Caeliphon is large enough for another rider.""<br/><br/>She rested in her chair waiting for the meeting to adjourn. She looked over to Lara expecting she would have some sort of suggestion on how to deal with Ironstone aside from burning him alive. If not, well Baela hadn't burned someone in a very long time.</div></blockquote>""I've never been a man for fighting. I wish luck to whoever joins you."""
3794,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=250,2014-12-19T22:35:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Cassana woke up later than she had intended and dressed in a lavish gown of gold. She did not feel good at all. Her stomach was uneasy and she felt cold, hungry and exhausted. Today she was either made or broken, she thought grimly; not anticipating the rest of the day or the result of the voting.<br/><br/>Cassana broke her fast on a light meal of fruit and bread. Sitting with nobody but her servants. After she was done she instructed one of her handmaidens to go around the city and invite each of the lord paramounts to talk with Cassana privately. If she sat back Lyonel would win, she needed to be proactive and take every opportunity."
3795,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=250,2014-12-20T00:23:00,Toronina,"<div align=""Center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d1/House_Baratheon.PNG""/></div><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Lyonel Baratheon</span></div><br/><div align=""Center"">Inside of the Red Keep</div><br/><br/>Lyonel politely left, needing to think. ""I need to talk to the Lords. If I just stand by, Cassana will get to them."" He said to himself. ""I can't let her win, I can't let her ruin the realm like Eddard did."" He walked around the castle, looking for the Lord Commander. He found the man, writing in the White Book. ""Ser, I need you to summon the Lords Paramount here, I believe the Lords Tully, Stark and Martell have arrived so far. Bring them to my Solar, this is not something that can be left to a servant."" He said to the man. The Lord Commander nodded and set off. 'If I'm lucky, he'll find them before Cassana, if not, there is my children."" Lyonel did not want to involve his kids in this, but he doubted he would have a choice."
3796,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=250,2014-12-20T08:53:00,Sebastianbourg,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Prince of Dorne</span><br/>The Prince of Dorne was approaching the Red Keep in an exquisitely-decorated carriage having travelled all the way from Dornish capital, Sunspear, to the realm's capital, King's Landing, in a rush in order to participate in the election of a monarch for the Seven Kingdoms. He was reasonably (and understandably) upset at having to take part in such a controversial election and hoped that some sort of privacy and secrecy be offered to him when electing the realm's sovereign.<br/><br/>As his entourage neared the Red Keep a pretty (but not overly beautiful) handmaiden approached the carriage which came to an instant halt. Immediately thereafter and in breach of all protocol, the door was opened and the Prince came out to listen to the handmaiden.<br/>""Prince, Lady Cassana Baratheon invites you to a private audience with her.""<br/>""Milady, I will happily attend the said audience but first I must announce my presence to the king.""<br/>""Very well. When you have finished that simply ask a guard to tell Lady Cassana you are able to attend an audience and she will promptly grant you one.""<br/>""I will do just that.""<br/><br/>And with that said the Prince once again mounted his carriage and went into the Red Keep where he asked a guard to take him to the king in order to announce his arrival for the 'conclave' of sorts."
3797,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=250,2014-12-20T09:20:00,Sebastianbourg,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Sebasion Iranassar</span><br/><br/>Lord Sebasion Iranassar couldn't help but to feel somewhat-irrelevant and unimportant during the election. For this reason, he had spent the entire morning having different books in both his native city-state's dialect of Low Valyrian, the Westerosi Common Tongue and High Valyrian while drinking small amounts of watered-down Lysene white wine in order to remain sober during what would most-likely be an eventful day. Finally he decided to bathe, comb his hair, dress in his best clothes and of course perfume both his hair and clothes.<br/><br/>With that done, he left his chambers and wandered aimlessly around the Red Keep until he decided it was appropriate to pay the King a visit."
3798,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=250,2014-12-20T13:29:00,Blobovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Lady Lara Lannister</span></span><br/><br/>Lara had gone back to her chambers and begun to write down her financial suggestions in detail. There wouldn't be any exclusive or fancy royal tournaments for a while. She had told her guards and servants not to disturb her, so when the door knocked, she naturally got irritated.<br/><br/>""WHAT!?"" she called out to whoever it was that disobeyed her orders, and sighed of frustration. A maiden came in, but not someone she recognised.<br/><br/>""E-excuse me, milady..."" the girl began. Lara gave her an angry look as a sign to her to hurry up. The maiden seemed to get the message. ""My mistress, Lady Cassana, wishes to speak with you, lady Lannister.""<br/>""Tell her I will seek her up as soon as I'm done with these documents. Then I'll deal with her"", Lara remarked rather unpatient. The servant girl curtsied and walked out of the room. Finally some peace to work.<br/><br/>It didn't took long before she was interrupted again. This time it was Jym and Tym. Those two idiots. As if she didn't have enough troubles already. Nothing went as she wanted. She sighed again and put down the feather pen. ""Very well, come in!""<br/><br/>The twins had a third man with them, with his hands tied behind his back and muttering foreign curse words. Jym, or if it was Tym, held a sack, and together with his brother he forced the man down to his knees, before bowing himself.<br/><br/>""Milady, this man has carried the Lannister banner without right. My brother and I brought him here for your judgement.""<br/>""Is that so..?"" Lara responded. She looked at the man. He was rather handsome, in her opinion. ""What is your name, and occupation?""<br/>""Ser Aedulf Branting, milady. I'm a travelling knight.""<br/>""A lowborn hedgeknight. Hmm... You have quite dark skin. Dornish?"" Lara wasn't quite sure why she wasted her time on this nonsense, but nevertheless she kept going.<br/><br/>""No milady, but my mother was Dothraki"", Aedulf said and looked right in her eyes.<br/>""I guess that explain your long hair as well... Are you guilty of what my men accuse you for?""<br/>""No.""<br/><br/>""That's ""no<span style=""font-style: italic"">milady</span>"" for you, you fucking..."" Tym said and swung down on Aedulf, but Lara stopped him with a word.<br/>""Knock it off!""<br/><br/>Tym stopped, and almost looked ashamed. Jym, with the sack, took a step forward. ""Milady, I can prove his guilt. I have his shield here in the bag."" He opened the sack and took out Aedulf's shield.<br/><br/>Lara cast a glance on it. ""It's not very like. The colours are the same, but that's not a crime."" That sentence was an anticlimax for the brothers.<br/><br/>""But milady, from a distance...""<br/>""Release him, and give him his sword and shield back. Then leave us, I wish to talk with the man alone.""<br/><br/>Grudgingly they obeyed. Lara walked up from her seat. Aedulf was almost a head taller than her.<br/><br/>""To who do you hold your allegiance, Ser Branting with the golden ox?""<br/>""None, lady Lannister. That's why I came to King's Landing, to find employment.""<br/>""I see. Are you good with the sword?""<br/>""Well... I don't wish to brag, milady, but I follow the Dothraki code of not cutting my hair unless defeated. Interpret that how you like.""<br/><br/>Lara walked around in the room, up to the window. She looked out at the capital beneath her. ""I might have use for a strong man such as you. As my personal bodyguard. What do you say?""<br/>""I could swear my allegiance right here and now, milady"", the knight said, kneeled again and bowed his head.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Ser Aedulf Branting</span></span><br/><br/>He was now in Lara Lannister's personal service. He had already been issued a uniform and a cloak, and immediately began to work. They had'nt say anything about his salary yet, but Aedulf didn't worry. The Lannisters were known for their wealth. And the fact that his lady was very attractive certainly didn't hurt either.<br/><br/>Lady Lannister finished the pargaments she'd been writing on, and rolled them up. ""I'm now going to meet lady Cassana Baratheon. And you shall accompany me.""<br/><br/>Aedulf was happy to oblige."
3799,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=250,2014-12-20T14:08:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>When Lara Lannister entered the room, Cassana was sitting at the head of a table; by her side was ser Garrion of the kingsguard. He was the one Cassana spent most of her time with and trusted the most. Cassana had hoped that Lara would arrive after some of the other paramounts but unfortunately she had came first and Cassana was in low spirits.<br/><br/>""Lady Lara, it's a pleasure to speak with you. I have not spoken to you regularly since I left the small council."" Cassana said pleasantly, noting that Lara was trailed by some new guard. ""You were promoted to master of coin weren't you? I trust the realm is in safe hands."" There was no harm in flattering her.<br/><br/>""Truth be told I was hoping to convince various people to vote for me in the upcoming Grand Council however I do seem to recall that you were set on voting for Lyonel when we last had this discussion."" Cassana's words were quite bitter. She was desperate to be queen and someone picking Lyonel over her was deeply offending.<br/><br/>Cassana shot a look at ser Garrion who produced several letters and dumped them on the table, forming a small pile. ""These are letters from various merchant lords from the New Valyrian Empire. All invitations to meet with them and quite honestly if I lose this vote I won't have much reason to linger in Westeros anyway. I'd like a small amount of money to be put aside so that I can travel to Essos. I'll pay it back though, don't worry. Consider it more like a loan."" Cassana wasn't thrilled with the prospect of visiting Essos. She'd rather stay in Westeros but it'd be good to leave for a few years. The singers would write songs and poets poems of her. And when she returned she'd be more popular than ever."
3800,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=275,2014-12-20T14:30:00,Sebastianbourg,"<blockquote><div><cite>Sebastianbourg <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22857285#p22857285"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Sebasion Iranassar</span><br/><br/>Lord Sebasion Iranassar couldn't help but to feel somewhat-irrelevant and unimportant during the election. For this reason, he had spent the entire morning having different books in both his native city-state's dialect of Low Valyrian, the Westerosi Common Tongue and High Valyrian while drinking small amounts of watered-down Lysene white wine in order to remain sober during what would most-likely be an eventful day. Finally he decided to bathe, comb his hair, dress in his best clothes and of course perfume both his hair and clothes. <br/><br/>With that done, he left his chambers and wandered aimlessly around the Red Keep until he decided it was appropriate to pay the King a visit.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Sebasion Iranassar</span><br/><br/>Alas, Lord Sebasion Iranassar decided while on his way to meet the king that meeting Lady Cassana Baratheon was of more importance to him; he was still interested in her and wished to see her before it became clear who would become (or who would remain) the King of Seven Kingdoms. He asked a White Cloak where Cassana Baratheon was and was promptly guided to that room where he was told Cassana was speaking to the Master of Coin, Lady Lara Lannister. He told the guard he would wait outside and the guard insisted on waiting with him.<br/><br/>Unknown to Lord Sebasion Iranassar, inside that room Cassana and Lara were discussing the granting of a loan to the former in order to travel to his native continent, Essos, in the event that Cassana lost the election and did not become the next Queen of the Seven Kingdoms.<br/><br/>While they waited they engaged in a friendly conversation in which they conversed of the election-to-throne, the state of King's Landing; the Master of Whisperers spoke of the cost of the brothels in the Street of Silk but the guard had nothing to say on the subject!"
3801,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=275,2014-12-20T14:42:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>""Lord Iranassar is at the door."" said one of Cassana's handmaidens who had crept up and whispered it in her ear. Cassana didn't really want to see the man. Emotionally she was exhausted and she didn't want to risk any conflicts with the young foreigner.<br/><br/>""Let him in."" commanded Cassana. It didn't matter what she felt, she needed all the support she could get. Her dream was within reaching distance and she couldn't afford to back down.<br/><br/>The foreign lord entered the room with a kingsguard and Cassana smiled brightly at him ""It's good to see you once again lord Iranassar."" she said happily. It was easy to feign emotions. ""Me and Lara were discussing the possibility of me traveling to Essos. Please take a seat."" Cassana gestured to the table she was sitting at."
3802,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=275,2014-12-20T14:51:00,Sebastianbourg,"<blockquote><div><cite>Woodstovia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22859764#p22859764"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>""Lord Iranassar is at the door."" said one of Cassana's handmaidens who had crept up and whispered it in her ear. Cassana didn't really want to see the man. Emotionally she was exhausted and she didn't want to risk any conflicts with the young foreigner.<br/><br/>""Let him in."" commanded Cassana. It didn't matter what she felt, she needed all the support she could get. Her dream was within reaching distance and she couldn't afford to back down. <br/><br/>The foreign lord entered the room with a kingsguard and Cassana smiled brightly at him ""It's good to see you once again lord Iranassar."" she said happily. It was easy to feign emotions. ""Me and Lara were discussing the possibility of me traveling to Essos. Please take a seat."" Cassana gestured to the table she was sitting at.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Sebasion Iranassar</span><br/><br/>Lord Sebasion Iranassar was surprised to have been allowed in but hid his surprise and simply bowed in front of both Lady Cassana Baratheon and Lady Lara Lannister and proceeded to sit at the table the ladies were sitting at. With that done, the Kingsguard left the room and shut the door slowly and without a sound. ""Milady, may I ask why you wish to leave Westeros for Essos? What exactly do you intend to do there? Where in Essos do you intend to go?"" Sebasion said in a way that seemed to ask for forgiveness for meddling and involving himself in matters that did not concern him while also indicating his knowledge of the his native land."
3803,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=275,2014-12-20T15:07:00,Nuxipal,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Princess Baela Targaryen<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Kings Landing to the Vale</span></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2013/228/0/7/house_targaryen_sigil_by_clockhound-d6igay5.png""/></div><br/><br/>Princess Baela entered the Dragonpit. She breezed past Vaekar who tried to get her to reconsider what she had done to her uncle. The man was chained up in the dragon stable across from Caeliphon. He had two broken arms and had Baela's sword point pushed into his thigh before she had gone to the Red Keep. Now she entered the stable again and looked at the ragdoll that sought to claim her. ""Uncle Aerys. You don't look too well. Perhaps a little dragon fire will fix you right up."" She pushed open the stable doors and left them open. She walked across the great corridor to Caeliphon's stall. The monster felt Baela's presence and responded with roars and tried to shake free of its chains.<br/><br/>She pulled open the gates to the stall and she could hear her uncle scream for mercy. She unchained Caeliphon, if the beast wanted to she could easily kill Aerys. Baela mounted her dragon and urged it out into the corridor. The Dragon was huge as it stepped in between the skylight and the cell of Aerys Targaryen. ""Dear Uncle, the last time a man named Aerys Targaryen was in Kings Landing, a man put a sword through his back. Please do not let that happen. I would hate to see you dead. Goodbye.""<br/><br/>With ""Goodbye"" Caeliphon seemed to lunge forward only to turn away and towards the open exit. Above the city of Kings Landing Baela and Caeliphon rose and circled the city three times before heading off north. It didn't take long for her to pass over the Gates of the Moon and before the days end she was above the Ironwood host. She circled in the sky above before taking her dragon down onto a mountain near the host so she could search its camp for sigils. Once she completed that she flew her dragon directly to the Eryie.<br/><br/>""Lord Royce, it would seem that your vassals have been split nearly in half. If you did not rule the Eryie then all would be lost. They won't break through the Bloody Gate anytime soon. And should they do so, the Eryie itself is formidable enough. We need you to come to Kings Landing and vote on a King. In your case, vote on a King who will send an army. I know your realm well. You can raise some 35,000 men if times are right. The rebels at your gate number 25,000 and no doubt more than half of that is your own vassals.""<br/><br/>Lord Royce nodded, ""Very Well, Dragonrider. One question. How did Westeros get a dragonrider?""<br/><br/>Smirking as she replied ""They didn't, I am here on a diplomatic mission and took the post of Master of Laws in return for stolen property. My Uncle in Valyria won't attack so long as he thinks I am defending Kings Landing with Caeliphon."" The name of the dragon shook Lord Royce, ""Caeliphon, which means you are.. Baela Targaryen. If you weren't here to help me, I'd have to kill you. Your dragon burned my fleet and my two brothers on the Stepstones."" Shrugging Baela replied, ""It was war. We have little choice but to kill those who want to kill us in a war. It just happens that my brother and I have the two largest dragons in Valyria and it was he who led the attack. Now, if you don't mind. We will be flying immediately.""<br/><br/>By Immediately she meant it of course. Lord Royce entered the courtyard where he could overlook the majority of the Vale. He saw the army camped outside the Bloody Gate. ""I have one request Princess. Unleash Dragonfire before the men there. Let them see Caeliphon's power as I have seen it. Perhaps many will return home at that showing."" Smiling, ""I had hoped to do a little more than just in front of them.""<br/><br/>Caeliphon took to the skies. It was nearing night now. The sun had disappeared behind the mountains as far as the camp was concerned. Caeliphon came in fast and high, swooping down and unleashing a ghastly black and green flame on the row of tents closest to the Bloody Gate. Cheers from the gate erupted. A few arrows and crossbow bolts hit Caeliphon, but the she-dragon's scales were too strong for such small weapons. Even a scorpion bolt that hit her tail did nothing as it was at the edge of its range. The Dragon flew off with the fires preventing any action by the besiegers that evening. It may have even set them back a few days if the tents had siege equipment in it.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">The Next morning</span><br/><br/>Flying through the night Caeliphon landed in the yard of the Red Keep. She landed where The Half-Year Queen had once chained up Syrax. Caeliphon may be bigger than the would be queen's dragon, but the stable there was still very much empty. Most of the horses of the Red Keep were out in the city with the City Watch. Waking Lord Royce, Baela chained Caeliphon up in the stable. She led Lord Royce into the Red Keep and to a room where he could rest. He was not well suited to flight. Baela herself was exhausted and retired to her chamber in the Red Keep."
3804,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=275,2014-12-20T15:08:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>""Well it's not set in stone yet, I'm not definitely going to Essos but if I lose the upcoming vote I'd prefer to... get away from here."" it wasn't much of an explanation but it was all that Cassana had to offer for the situation and it would be pretty easy to understand why she'd want to leave after losing a vote of this magnitude.<br/><br/>""As for what I'll do there you can have a look for yourself,"" said Cassana, gesturing to the pile of letters on the table. ""I've got letters from Lys, Norvos, this one's from a Sealord, whatever that is;"" Cassana said while flicking through the pile ""this one's from, Lorath? I've never heard of Lorath what happens there? Never-mind. It doesn't really matter but I've been given numerous invitations to meet with various lords and high-ranking merchants, I doubt their intentions are completely pure and that they simply want to have a chat with me but it's better than remaining here under Lyonel's thumb."" Cassana let her bitterness show with her last remark."
3805,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=275,2014-12-20T16:02:00,Sebastianbourg,"<blockquote><div><cite>Woodstovia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22860014#p22860014"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>""Well it's not set in stone yet, I'm not definitely going to Essos but if I lose the upcoming vote I'd prefer to... get away from here."" it wasn't much of an explanation but it was all that Cassana had to offer for the situation and it would be pretty easy to understand why she'd want to leave after losing a vote of this magnitude. <br/><br/>""As for what I'll do there you can have a look for yourself,"" said Cassana, gesturing to the pile of letters on the table. ""I've got letters from Lys, Norvos, this one's from a Sealord, whatever that is;"" Cassana said while flicking through the pile ""this one's from, Lorath? I've never heard of Lorath what happens there? Never-mind. It doesn't really matter but I've been given numerous invitations to meet with various lords and high-ranking merchants, I doubt their intentions are completely pure and that they simply want to have a chat with me but it's better than remaining here under Lyonel's thumb."" Cassana let her bitterness show with her last remark.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Sebasion Iranassar</span><br/><br/>""One does not require a particularly vast imagination to imagine what they are thinking!"" Sebasion Iranassar said in a somewhat protective tone ""Milady, reject them all; in the event that you decide to leave Westeros for Essos I'd personally accompany you to Lys and you could live in my mansion there. As for Lorath, well...it's not a very inspiring place at all and it's certainly the least-important of the Free Cities; I've been there and there's nothing entertaining or attractive about the place. Traders from Ibben go there with relative regularity but that's about it."""
3806,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=275,2014-12-20T16:26:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>""That doesn't sound too bad..."" Cassana admitted. These past few days she had felt incredibly isolated, she had often talked to Eddard and his friends but now Eddard was gone and his friends weren't truly<span style=""font-style: italic"">her</span>friends and her other friends were either imprisoned or too busy with the various jobs she had put them in. Living with Sebasion and his family for a little while might be better. ""I still want to meet with a few of the other lords though, just for the experience and travelling."""
3807,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=275,2014-12-20T16:50:00,United peoples of terra,the male following the knight into the town walked silently with him looking about every now and then taking in the sights when they where suddenly arrested well not him per say but the knight having been far enough behind the male was not put as a servant of the knight but another peasant minding his business walking off on his own Seamus headed towards the tavern to learn of the city.<br/><br/>after several hours of eavesdropping and even joining in some conversations he learned of the death of the whoring king as well as the odd interests of lady Cassandra and many other events in the city and the surrounding area. looking about for a final time he began pondering on how to get Aedulf out of whatever mess he had gotten himself into lady Cassandra was not liked by the people and everyone was uneasy angry confused etc. maybe this could be used to advantage?.......
3808,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=275,2014-12-20T16:52:00,Sebastianbourg,"<blockquote><div><cite>Woodstovia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22860769#p22860769"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>""That doesn't sound too bad..."" Cassana admitted. These past few days she had felt incredibly isolated, she had often talked to Eddard and his friends but now Eddard was gone and his friends weren't truly <span style=""font-style: italic"">her</span> friends and her other friends were either imprisoned or too busy with the various jobs she had put them in. Living with Sebasion and his family for a little while might be better. ""I still want to meet with a few of the other lords though, just for the experience and travelling.""</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Sebasion Iranassar</span><br/><br/>Lord Sebasion Iranassar was both relieved and happy at Lady Cassana Baratheon's response. ""Very well. Milady, do not worry; you will have plenty of opportunities to travel around meeting people (especially around the Free Cities). My city, Lys, by itself is quite an extraordinary city and you would live in one of the city's best quarters. Of course, this is only in the case that you are not chosen as the Queen of the Seven Kingdoms by this conclave of lords."""
3809,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=275,2014-12-20T18:08:00,Toronina,"<div align=""Center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d1/House_Baratheon.PNG""/></div><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Lyonel Baratheon</span></div><br/><div align=""Center"">Inside of the Red Keep</div><br/><br/>Lyonel heard a knock on his solar, and opened it, to see a Dornish nobleman on the other side. ""You must be the ruling Prince of Dorne, please, come in and help yourself to some wine."" He said to the man. He saw the Lord Commander close by, and walked out to talk to him. ""Very good Ser. Now, would you kindly find some of the other Lords Paramount? That includes Lady Lara. It might be best to get the Master of Whisperers as well. If need be, check to see if they are with my cousin."" The Kingsguard nodded and bowed, before going off in search again."
3810,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=275,2014-12-21T07:48:00,Blobovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Lady Lara Lannister</span></span><br/><br/>""It is true that I would prefer your cousin over you, Cassana, but you have to see it from my viewpoint."" She stopped to make sure Cassana listened.<br/><br/>""The realm has severe financial problems, and has had so for eons. It will take a whole lot of unpopular reforms to change that, and that's why I see lord Lyonel as the best option.<br/><br/>You see, as much as I hate it, the world is ruled by<span style=""font-style: italic"">men</span>. And men want other men to lead them, especially in hard times. They trust that a man knows what has to be done. So they accept what he decides for them."" Lara put her hands on the table.<br/><br/>""Now, if a woman, perhaps even a young woman, would impose the same necessary reforms, those same men would call it madness. What does she know? She's just a wench. Maybe she's a witch, actively working to doom the kingdom?<br/><br/>They might even openly revolt. And before we know it, these stubborn men would have caused a new civil war, with every lord declaring himself king, and dragons both red and black dancing around in the fight for the crown.""<br/><br/>Lara took a pause to breathe after her long speech. She looked at lady Cassana again.<br/><br/>""So a strong monarch is vital for the realm. And Lyonel might be the best, but the people will<span style=""font-style: italic""> think </span>he is, and therefor he will<span style=""font-style: italic""> become </span>the best. That's how I see it. It's nothing personal against you my friend, it's just business. I hope you understand.""<br/><br/>It was mostly true. Lara left out that she actually did have a personal aversion against Cassana as queen. She knew to well how bad it could end with too young rulers, king Joffrey of her own house was a good, or horrible, depending on how you choose to see it, example on that. But she hadn't lied. Her vote would fall on Lyonel for the reasons she had given. Stability for the Seven Kingdoms.<br/><br/>""As for Essos"", Lara continued, ""... I hope you don't feel forced to make such a journey. But it would be good for you, you would learn a lot and become more experienced, wich is both important and beneficial for someone who strive to be queen. And I won't object if you decide to go through with this.""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Other than that I might miss the opportunity to spend a night with you... </span>she thought to herself.<br/><br/>""But I'm afraid the Crown can't put any money aside for that, for reasons I'm sure you know. If you can't afford the voyauge yourself, I suggest you hear if some lord or lady are ready to give you a deposit for the right to use your castle during your absence. Afterall, someone will still have to take care of it.""<br/><br/>Just then, lord Iranassar came in and joined them.<br/><br/>""Or you could ask our Master of Whispers here"", Lara finished and smiled."
3811,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=275,2014-12-21T08:26:00,Sebastianbourg,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Sebasion Iranassar</span><br/><br/>Lord Sebasion Iranassar was listening closely to what Lady Lara Lannister; nevertheless, he was surprised to hear his name (or his title rather) and instantly looked up and for a moment thought how much he would enjoy a night with her. ""Of course, I would take Lady Cassana to Essos (specifically Lys) and make sure all her necessities are covered while there. However, her castle would still need to be cared for. If it is necessary I'd pay to maintain it but ideally a sponsor of sorts would be more suitable."""
3812,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=275,2014-12-21T08:42:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Cassana grimaced at Lara's speech. It was a bad sign how passionately she felt about crowning Lyonel, but then again Cassana had never counted on winning her over to her side. Cassana scowled at the lady when she told her she wouldn't even put aside a small amount for a boat trip. Now Lara was just trying to get her angry.<br/><br/>""Oh don't worry about popular opinion. You've seen the extent of Lyonel's social skills, when he slapped a great lord; called him a savage and demanded that he leave the city? Imagine how many powerful friends he'll maintain with those antics, the only people he can treat well are the Targaryens. He gives them free reign over policing the city and then he had the gall to propose that the Empire would see me as weak! Just remember Lara when Lyonel has a few new sons with silver hair something had gone wrong.""<br/><br/>""Lyonel is naught but a stubborn old man without a diplomatic bone in his body. He seems like the best choice now but after the lord paramounts suffer through a few talks with him they'll realize they made a mistake crowning him. Meanwhile I'll be in Essos while poets and singers write of me and make me a legend. The queen who could have been crowned, the one who would've saved Westeros and if I so much as walk into King's Landing they'd crown me and throw Lyonel from the top of the Red Keep.""<br/><br/>""So go on vote for him, but when I'm queen I'll remember every person who voted and I'll remember exactly who they voted for, and I'll not want those of questionable loyalties sitting on<span style=""font-style: italic"">my</span>council.""<br/><br/>Just then there came a knocking on the door, Cassana was pleased that she didn't have to continue her tirade, She liked lady Lara more than most of the others and didn't want to shout at her. The lord commander of the kingsguard entered.<br/><br/>""I have been sent by lord Lyonel to summon lady Lara and lord Ir-"" the man announced before Cassana cut him off.<br/><br/>""The kingsguard serve the royal family and me and Lyonel were both cousins of the king so we are of equal standing and right now I'm talking to lady Lara and lord Iranassar so either wait outside or go back to Lyonel with your tail between your legs before I have you carved up into pieces you wretch!"" the lord commander quickly left the room and closed the door behind him.<br/><br/>After the commander left she took a few seconds to calm down before remembering that lord Iranassar had said something she hadn't addressed. ""I'll be able to find a sponsor easily, the lord of the Reach would probably be the best choice."""
3813,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=275,2014-12-21T09:31:00,Sebastianbourg,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Sebasion Iranassar</span><br/><br/>Lord Sebasion Iranassar sat back carelessly and without worries as Lady Cassana Baratheon replied to Lady Lara Lannister's remarks on why Lyonel was the best choice for King of the Seven Kingdoms; at that particular moment he didn't care about the royal conclave since he would retain his position in the Small Council in all scenarios and had no real power or ceremonial power in the selection of the realm's monarch. Instead, he concentrated on slowly seducing Cassana Baratheon. For this reason, he chose his words carefully when she responded to his remarks concerning her sponsor by saying, ""I'll be able to find a sponsor easily, the lord of the Reach would probably be the best choice.""<br/>""Don't worry too much about the sponsor; if he doesn't come I'll solemnly pay for the castle's maintenance."" Sebasion interjected attempting not to anger Cassana (for it would be a pity for all the progress in their relationship to be lost to a bad choice of words)."
3814,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=275,2014-12-21T10:12:00,Blobovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Lady Lara Lannister</span></span><br/><br/>What Cassana seemed to not understand was that it didn't matter who was king or queen. The real power belonged to the nobility. Her own kinsman, king Robert I Baratheon, had proved that when he overthrew the Targaryen dynasty 200 years ago. And in the same way the Lannisters had ruled Westeros over the years, in the background. From time to time the lords and ladies liked to pretend that they served a king, but Lara knew they would never acknowledge a little girl on the throne. But she couldn't say that to Cassana. At least not in that way.<br/><br/>""You might be right about<span style=""font-style: italic"">lord</span>Lyonel, but the nobles will tolerate it from<span style=""font-style: italic"">king</span>Lyonel. After all, they did put up with Aerys II for a very long time. It's all about the illusion of power. And should popular opinion turn against Lyonel in the future, then maybe you can come back from Essos as a stronger and worthier candidate. But right now, I'm afraid you have the weaker claim"", she said instead. She hoped Cassana would understand. Sometimes she was a reasonable adult, but other times she behaved as a spoiled baby. No doubt a travel would do her well. Lady Cassana would become wiser, and hopefully less cruel.<br/><br/>She noticed Sebasion's gaze on her, and was flattered. Maybe she should try something with him later.<br/><br/>""I hope this will not come in way of our friendship"", she said to Cassana. ""Lord Sebasion has some very good suggestions, and if you still wish to go through with this, I think you should listen to him.""<br/><br/>Lara put her hand over Cassana's, to soothe things over.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Ser Aedulf Branting</span></span><br/><br/>The knight was a fish out of water. He had been present at lower lords meetings before, but this was something entirely different. Never before had he been this close to the very core of the power in the Seven Kingdoms. It was new to him, but he found that he liked it.<br/><br/>He stood and heard everything, but the nobility hardly noticed him. He found the young lady Baratheon to be something of a brat, especially when she shouted at the commander of the Kingsguard. The blond lord seemed to be all right, even though he was obviously out to seduce the younger woman. He couldn't quite get a hold of his mistress, but she gave a competent impression and seemed to know what she was doing."
3815,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=275,2014-12-21T10:30:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Cassana jerked her hand away from Lara's and turned away from her, standing up and folding her arms. ""Leave. Go and talk to Lyonel."" she commanded, upset with the way the conversation had gone and above all angry with Lara.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Who did she think she was?</span><br/><br/>Cassana couldn't see what Lara was doing because she was turned away and so she simply waited until it seemed like enough time had passed for Lara to leave the room and then turned back to talk with lord Iranassar ""Oldstones doesn't need maintaining, it's still being built; I just wanted some money to travel on a ship. I have enough but it would look better if I was using money given by the crown, then Lyonel couldn't say I was trying to run away."""
3816,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=275,2014-12-21T10:50:00,Sebastianbourg,"<blockquote><div><cite>Woodstovia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22867749#p22867749"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Cassana jerked her hand away from Lara's and turned away from her, standing up and folding her arms. ""Leave. Go and talk to Lyonel."" she commanded, upset with the way the conversation had gone and above all angry with Lara. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Who did she think she was?</span><br/><br/>Cassana couldn't see what Lara was doing because she was turned away and so she simply waited until it seemed like enough time had passed for Lara to leave the room and then turned back to talk with lord Iranassar ""Oldstones doesn't need maintaining, it's still being built; I just wanted some money to travel on a ship. I have enough but it would look better if I was using money given by the crown, then Lyonel couldn't say I was trying to run away.""</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Sebasion Iranassar</span><br/><br/>Lord Sebasion Iranassar sat silent for a moment. Finally he replied to Cassana Baratheon's clarifications, ""I'm sure Lyonel would accept giving you a small stipend that would insignificant for the realm's bookkeepers and especially Lady Lara Lannister, the Master of Coin. In the worst of cases, I could personally ask Lyonel to grant you an official stipend that would be officially paid by the treasury but would be financed by me in reality."" For a moment he looked at Cassana and thought of kissing her but then he remembered the members of the Kingsguard behind him and decided to postpone his outburst of romanticism for a more appropriate time by saying, ""Cassana, we will speak of this in detail later."" With that Sebasion kissed her hand and left the room and asked a Kingsguard to escort him to the king's chambers."
3817,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=275,2014-12-21T10:58:00,Blobovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Lady Lara Lannister</span></span><br/><br/>""Very well. I'll leave."" She got up from the table and walked out, with Ser Aedulf following her closely.<br/><br/>""Who in the seven hells does she think she is?"" Cassana's bad temper had gotten to her too. ""She's practically a child, with what right does she claim the Iron Throne? She has no idea what it takes to govern a realm the size of a continent. A good spanking is what she deserve. Lord commander, escort us to lord Lyonel.""<br/><br/>""I'm sure you would be a better queen than lady Cassana"", Aedulf said. Lara laughed, loud.<br/>""You know what, my dear Aedulf, I think so too."" She smiled. But unfortunately I have no right to claim the title.""<br/>""So marry the king, then.""<br/><br/>Lara laughed again. ""Lord Lyonel? I rather not! You know, if you are just half as good at protecting my life as you are at making me laugh, you might soon find yourself promoted...""<br/><br/>They stopped outside Lyonel's chambers. The Lord Commander knocked at the door."
3818,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=275,2014-12-21T16:16:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Corlys Baratheon </span><br/><br/>Corlys Baratheon entered the city of King's Landing side-by-side with Lord Tully, who he had squired for and quickly grown close to; even if he was around 10 years older than Corlys. He split off from the lord Tully (who wished to linger around the city for a little while before getting involved with the political mess) and quickly made his way up to the hill to the Red Keep. He was torn on what to do. On one hand he wanted to meet with Cassana however Lyonel would probably give him a better idea of the situation which Corlys was unsure of.<br/><br/>Just as he was making his way up the hill he noticed something in the sky, just then a dragon landed in the main courtyard. Corlys stared up at the dragon in disbelief, stunned by the sight of such a monster.<br/><br/>Corlys managed to regain some sense of composure as a girl and an elderly man dismounted. He didn't know who the man was but the girl's white hair told him all he needed to know about who she was. Corlys moved so that he was in her way, ""What are you doing with that thing?"" Corlys asked, obviously talking about the dragon. ""And who's that?"" he asked talking about the man."
3819,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=275,2014-12-21T16:51:00,Nuxipal,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Princess Baela Targaryen<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Red Keep, King's Landing</span></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2013/228/0/7/house_targaryen_sigil_by_clockhound-d6igay5.png""/></div><br/><br/>As she was entering the Keep, a charming young man grabbed her shoulder. She drew away from the touch and turned to see who had touched her. She didn't recognize the man, but he seemed familiar.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Cassana</span>she thought,<span style=""font-style: italic"">So this must be that twin of hers.</span>""I ride dragons because it is my right. You must be Cassana's twin. You look just like her."" Baela meant it. He looked delicate compared to some of the other men in the keep. ""That man is the Lord Paramount of the Vale. I just pulled him from his Keep on Dragonback. He is dealing with a rather large rebellion led by a Lord Ironwood.""<br/><br/>She turned to walk into the keep again and turned back to Corlys, ""Is it Knightly to let a lady wander alone into the Red Keep?"" She turned back towards the entryway and walked through it."
3820,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=275,2014-12-21T17:03:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Corlys Baratheon</span><br/><br/>""No my lady."" Corlys answered, giving the lord of the Vale a small nod of respect before dismounting. Letting a stable-boy take his horse away. Apart from the talk of her rights the girl seemed pleasant enough and Corlys was happy to have someone to talk to as he was excited to be reunited with his family.<br/><br/>Corlys didn't immediately walk with the Targaryen though. First he fished through his saddlebag for a small linen bag. ""It has gifts for Cassana and Lyonel."" Corlys explained to the girl, walking quickly until they were walking together. ""I also need to show Cassana my shield,"" Corlys said happily. Motioning with his head to his shield which hung on his back. ""I've painted it with my personal sigil and I want her to see."" from the way he spoke it was clear that he was proud. ""But what's actually going on? Who's king? I've asked some peasants but they don't know, some say Lyonel was crowned and some say Cassana was."""
3821,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=275,2014-12-21T17:41:00,Nuxipal,"<blockquote><div><cite>Woodstovia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22872281#p22872281"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Corlys Baratheon</span><br/><br/>""No my lady."" Corlys answered, giving the lord of the Vale a small nod of respect before dismounting. Letting a stable-boy take his horse away. Apart from the talk of her rights the girl seemed pleasant enough and Corlys was happy to have someone to talk to as he was excited to be reunited with his family.<br/><br/>Corlys didn't immediately walk with the Targaryen though. First he fished through his saddlebag for a small linen bag. ""It has gifts for Cassana and Lyonel."" Corlys explained to the girl, walking quickly until they were walking together. ""I also need to show Cassana my shield,"" Corlys said happily. Motioning with his head to his shield which hung on his back. ""I've painted it with my personal sigil and I want her to see."" from the way he spoke it was clear that he was proud. ""But what's actually going on? Who's king? I've asked some peasants but they don't know, some say Lyonel was crowned and some say Cassana was.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Princess Baela Targaryen<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Red Keep, King's Landing</span></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2013/228/0/7/house_targaryen_sigil_by_clockhound-d6igay5.png""/></div><br/><br/>The question, 'who is king?' burned in her mind for a moment before she reacted. ""Lord Lyonel is currently Regent of the Iron Throne. He has put off his coronation until the Lords Paramount convene a Council to decide the matter. While all legality of the Realm points to him as the Heir, there are many people, himself included, who do not wish for him to leave the position of Hand. During the meeting that this was decided, I said that if Cassana were to sit on the throne, my Uncle, the Emperor of Valyria, would no doubt come across the Narrow Sea with Dragons. I know my brother would love for a new war with Westeros to win him more glory and the favor of our Uncle.""<br/><br/>They turned a corner towards Lady Cassana's chambers. ""Lets see that shield you are talking about. I know that you Westerosi Knights love to create a Personal Coat-of-Arms. I have thought of making one for myself, but I haven't gotten around to it."""
3822,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=275,2014-12-21T17:43:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Blobovia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22868054#p22868054"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Lady Lara Lannister</span></span><br/><br/>""Very well. I'll leave."" She got up from the table and walked out, with Ser Aedulf following her closely.<br/><br/>""Who in the seven hells does she think she is?"" Cassana's bad temper had gotten to her too. ""She's practically a child, with what right does she claim the Iron Throne? She has no idea what it takes to govern a realm the size of a continent. A good spanking is what she deserve. Lord commander, escort us to lord Lyonel.""<br/><br/>""I'm sure you would be a better queen than lady Cassana"", Aedulf said. Lara laughed, loud.<br/>""You know what, my dear Aedulf, I think so too."" She smiled. But unfortunately I have no right to claim the title.""<br/>""So marry the king, then.""<br/><br/>Lara laughed again. ""Lord Lyonel? I rather not! You know, if you are just half as good at protecting my life as you are at making me laugh, you might soon find yourself promoted...""<br/><br/>They stopped outside Lyonel's chambers. The Lord Commander knocked at the door.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d1/House_Baratheon.PNG""/></div><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Lyonel Baratheon</span></div><br/><div align=""Center"">Inside of the Red Keep</div><br/><br/>Lyonel heard another knock on the door, and got up to open it again. ""Ah, Lady Lara, please come inside."" He said. ""This is the ruling Prince of Dorne. I don't believe I got his name before. Anyhow, feel free to have some wine."" Lyonel sat down and waited for his next guest. He soon heard a knocking on the door again, and let the next guest, Lord Iranassar in."
3823,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=275,2014-12-21T17:56:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Corlys Baratheon</span><br/><br/>""So there is no king? I suppose I could claim the throne but I've seen how much work it is running the Riverlands, I wouldn't want to do that 7 times. And it wouldn't feel right competing with my family like that."" Corlys said lightly to take the power out of the words that he was saying. When the Targaryen asked about his shield he felt slightly embarrassed, like he was a kid showing off to his father.<br/><br/>Nevertheless Corlys placed his bag on the ground and pulled the shield off of his back, he turned it so that it was facing the girl and hovered it below his chin so that he could see it as well. The shield was painted just like the Baratheon's sigil with a gold field and a black prancing stag, however the stag was placed further to the left and facing it was another stag in the same prancing position. ""It was painted by lord Tully's daughter. It's supposed to signify me being a twin so I suppose you can say that one of the stags is Cassana and the other is me."" Corlys left it for a few seconds so that the Targaryen could inspect it before throwing it back over his shoulder. ""Though maybe we should speak to Lyonel before Cassana? It sounds like he's going to be crowned king and I'd like to speak with him."""
3824,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=275,2014-12-21T18:05:00,Nuxipal,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Princess Baela Targaryen<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Red Keep, King's Landing</span></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2013/228/0/7/house_targaryen_sigil_by_clockhound-d6igay5.png""/></div><br/><br/>The shield was impressive. ""The shield is marvelous. I am sure Cassana will be happy to know you are honoring her on your personal arms. It is a very kind thing to do. My brother did something like that for me once, but he had other intentions. He created a banner for our joint army during the war in the stepstones. Two Black Dragons, one with green bones and horns, and the other with white horns and bones. The Dragons were spiraling around one another. He wanted it to get me thinking about marrying him. Unfortunately for him it did. I had no intention of marrying him, or any of my close kin.""<br/><br/><br/>Upon him suggesting they see Lyonel first she smiled, ""It might be a good idea, but he could be busy with his duties right now and the minute I go in there I go back to being Master of Laws. You have had a pretty long trip if you came from Riverrun. You should see your twin first, I know she was having a rough day when I last saw her. You may be what makes her mood turn around."" Baela was trying to be honest. This poor man had been out of Kings Landing for who knew how long. She might have no intention of marrying her brother, but the first chance she gets she is going to go to see him."
3825,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=300,2014-12-21T18:27:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Corlys Baratheon</span><br/><br/>""I suppose you're right."" Corlys said, slightly ashamed of himself. It was worrying that a Targaryen was Master of Laws but she seemed alright from the talk they had had. ""It'd be weird marrying your family, just sounds like it would be awkward for everyone involved. I think lord Tully meant for me to marry his daughter and she seemed fond of me too."" Corlys said, chatting idly with the girl as he opened the door to the room where Cassana was sitting.<br/><br/>Cassana was sitting alone, brooding over a pile of letters while a member of the kingsguard stood behind her. When Cassana saw him enter though her face lit up with happiness and she ran over, embracing Corlys in a hug and kissing him on the cheek.<br/><br/>""Corlys! You're back! I missed you so much, you were gone for so long!"" Cassana exclaimed her voice a mixture of excitement, happiness and what seemed like a small amount of sadness.<br/><br/>I brought gifts too!"" said Corlys, breaking their embrace and backtracking slightly so that he could pick up the bag again, from it he produced a gold necklace and a green dress. Cassana admired them with her happiness plain to see.<br/><br/>""But what's all this talk about you and Lyonel claiming the throne?"" Corlys asked softly, aware that it would be a delicate subject.<br/><br/>""Oh that's just Lyonel being stubborn, he doesn't want the throne but he doesn't want me to have it, he's like a baby or something. He doesn't want his toy but it's his and he can't stand anyone else playing with it. You'll help me get it though right?"" Cassana asked, looking up at Corlys with wide blue eyes.<br/><br/>""Of course, you're my twin why wouldn't I help you?"" Corlys answered smiling. It would be nice to have Cassana on the throne... As the twins talked they were completely unaware of the Targaryen girl's presence."
3826,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=300,2014-12-21T18:41:00,Nuxipal,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Princess Baela Targaryen<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Red Keep, King's Landing</span></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2013/228/0/7/house_targaryen_sigil_by_clockhound-d6igay5.png""/></div><br/><br/>Keeping quiet for a time Baela smiled. It was heartwarming to see a side of Cassana that she kept hidden. She wished that she would try on the dress as it was of high quality and would likely look VERY good on her. Then came the talk about her claiming the throne. Corlys accepted helping her gain the throne, which would complicate Lyonel claiming it for himself. The matter of succession here wasn't a big deal for Baela. She wouldn't care who won the throne, so long as her family didn't invade Westeros before she could deliver Dragonstone safely to Valyrian Hands. Strangely enough, if Cassana won.. she would likely dismiss Baela from the council and the second part of her contract with Lyonel would come into effect. Dragonstone would no longer be a part of Westeros.<br/><br/>After letting the twins talk for a time she chimed in. ""Lady Cassana, it is good to see you smile. Last I saw you, you were in a very poor mood. I met your twin as he was coming into the Keep. I do believe he told me he had something to show you as well as those gifts."""
3827,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=300,2014-12-21T19:07:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Corlys Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Corlys blushed slightly at the Targaryen's comments, she really felt like a mother figure now; egging him on. Corlys took off his shield again and showed it to Cassana. ""I had the daughter of lord Tully paint it for me, it's my own personal arms and it's supposed to signify me being a twin so I guess you could say one of the stags is me and the other is you.""<br/><br/>Cassana smiled brightly and hugged Corlys again, kissing his cheek. ""It's beautiful Corlys, it really is. I love you so much."" Cassana squeezed him as she said the words. Corlys hadn't the faintest idea of what was happening before he entered but he must have relieved her of something.<br/><br/>""I have to go talk to Lyonel now, I'll come back soon but I just need to have a quick talk with him okay?"" Corlys said softly. Cassana pulled back and considered what he was saying for a few seconds before nodding.<br/><br/>""Okay but come back as soon as you can."" Cassana said, walking back to where she was originally sitting. Corlys closed the door and looked over at the Targaryen.<br/><br/>Please take me to my cousin, my lady."" Corlys said to her."
3828,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=300,2014-12-21T19:13:00,Nuxipal,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Princess Baela Targaryen<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Red Keep, King's Landing</span></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2013/228/0/7/house_targaryen_sigil_by_clockhound-d6igay5.png""/></div><br/><br/>""Very well. Its down the hall here.."" Baela led him down to the Hand of the King's office, where Lyonel kept his quarters. She knocked and entered. She had very little to fear from the guards in the Red Keep. They knew not to kill her, especially with her dragon nearby. ""Excuse me, King Lyonel, there is someone here who you may wish to see."" She stepped into the room letting Corlys into the room."
3829,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=300,2014-12-21T19:22:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Corlys Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Corlys let himself into Lyonel's room where a woman and two men sat alongside Lyonel. Corlys smiled brightly at his cousin as he entered the room. ""I'm back from Riverrun!"" Corlys announced, hoping that Lyonel kissed him less than Cassana had. ""And a brought a gift-"" Corlys said as he produced a great cloak of black and gold for Lyonel. It was a pretty cloak but notably less well made than the dress he had given to Cassana. ""I'm a knight now too."" he finished proudly."
3830,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=300,2014-12-21T20:11:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Woodstovia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22873667#p22873667"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Corlys Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Corlys let himself into Lyonel's room where a woman and two men sat alongside Lyonel. Corlys smiled brightly at his cousin as he entered the room. ""I'm back from Riverrun!"" Corlys announced, hoping that Lyonel kissed him less than Cassana had. ""And a brought a gift-"" Corlys said as he produced a great cloak of black and gold for Lyonel. It was a pretty cloak but notably less well made than the dress he had given to Cassana. ""I'm a knight now too."" he finished proudly.</div></blockquote><br/><div align=""Center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d1/House_Baratheon.PNG""/></div><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Lyonel Baratheon</span></div><br/><div align=""Center"">Inside of the Red Keep</div><br/><br/>Lyonel wondered who had interrupted him, and saw a black haired boy who looked extremely like Cassana. ""Cousin Corlys, it's good to see you again!"" He said, recognizing Cassana's twin on sight. He took the cloak and gave his cousin a hug."
3831,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=300,2014-12-21T20:29:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Corlys Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Corlys accepted Lyonel's hug with a smile, happy to see that the animosity it seemed ran between his twin and Lyonel wasn't shared with him. Corlys swiftly broke the embrace. ""This isn't an ideal time to ask but I must know, what's happening between you and Cas?"""
3832,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=300,2014-12-21T21:43:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Woodstovia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22874408#p22874408"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Corlys Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Corlys accepted Lyonel's hug with a smile, happy to see that the animosity it seemed ran between his twin and Lyonel wasn't shared with him. Corlys swiftly broke the embrace. ""This isn't an ideal time to ask but I must know, what's happening between you and Cas?""</div></blockquote><br/><div align=""Center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d1/House_Baratheon.PNG""/></div><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Lyonel Baratheon</span></div><br/><div align=""Center"">Inside of the Red Keep</div><br/><br/>Lyonel look turned into that of a built up anger. ""Cassana is angry that I won't support her claim as queen, her only claim comes through our grandfather, which goes through me first, then to my sons. I don't want to fight with her but she isn't exactly making things easy for me."""
3833,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=300,2014-12-22T04:05:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Corlys Baratheon</span><br/><br/>""You don't want to fight her?"" Corlys sneered ""You could have fooled me cousin, look at how angry you're getting when we just talk about her."" Corlys said, growing defensive of his twin. Corlys then thought for a second and began talking again with a smirk on his lips. ""Maybe I should claim the throne. I was Eddard's cousin too."" Corlys then shook his head ""No I don't want to be king, it's too much work and I don't want to deny Cassana like that; if I went for the throne her cause is lost completely."""
3834,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=300,2014-12-22T05:06:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Woodstovia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22877550#p22877550"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Corlys Baratheon</span><br/><br/>""You don't want to fight her?"" Corlys sneered ""You could have fooled me cousin, look at how angry you're getting when we just talk about her."" Corlys said, growing defensive of his twin. Corlys then thought for a second and began talking again with a smirk on his lips. ""Maybe I should claim the throne. I was Eddard's cousin too."" Corlys then shook his head ""No I don't want to be king, it's too much work and I don't want to deny Cassana like that; if I went for the throne her cause is lost completely.""</div></blockquote><br/><div align=""Center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d1/House_Baratheon.PNG""/></div><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Lyonel Baratheon</span></div><br/><div align=""Center"">Inside of the Red Keep</div><br/><br/>Lyonel did not like being mocked by his cousin. ""Her only reason for ruling is that she wants power. And the last thing we need is another King in the realm. I suppose she has told you about Lord Ironstone? How I 'roughed' him up?"" Lyonel said, making sure to use air quotes."
3835,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=300,2014-12-22T05:24:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Corlys Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Corlys frowned ""No. The only thing I've heard about an Ironstone was a small comment made by the Targaryen that they were rebelling. Did you start a fight in the Red Keep cousin?"" Corlys asked him with a smile. ""You should have called on me, I'm a knight for a reason you know. Ask lord Tully I must have beaten his son a hundred times."" Corlys smirked at the memories.<br/><br/>""But about Cassana, she's always wanted to be queen. Always. I remember when we were little and we used to play she'd always play as the queen, no matter what she had to be queen. I asked her about it and she said that she always wanted to be in charge, so she could prove how smart she was. Then one night she came into my room crying, she said that she had just realized that because she was born a girl she could never be in charge and I had to comfort her and calm her down. It's something she's wanted since she was a child, something that deeply affects her and I know you and know that you don't really care about being king. It's just another job to you. To me it seems simple, crown Cassana and stay as hand. You'll still rule the realm and she'll get to live out her dreams."" Corlys told him. He hated that they were fighting and wanted to get them to a resolution."
3836,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=300,2014-12-22T06:18:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Woodstovia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22877916#p22877916"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Corlys Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Corlys frowned ""No. The only thing I've heard about an Ironstone was a small comment made by the Targaryen that they were rebelling. Did you start a fight in the Red Keep cousin?"" Corlys asked him with a smile. ""You should have called on me, I'm a knight for a reason you know. Ask lord Tully I must have beaten his son a hundred times."" Corlys smirked at the memories.<br/><br/>""But about Cassana, she's always wanted to be queen. Always. I remember when we were little and we used to play she'd always play as the queen, no matter what she had to be queen. I asked her about it and she said that she always wanted to be in charge, so she could prove how smart she was. Then one night she came into my room crying, she said that she had just realized that because she was born a girl she could never be in charge and I had to comfort her and calm her down. It's something she's wanted since she was a child, something that deeply affects her and I know you and know that you don't really care about being king. It's just another job to you. To me it seems simple, crown Cassana and stay as hand. You'll still rule the realm and she'll get to live out her dreams."" Corlys told him. He hated that they were fighting and wanted to get them to a resolution.</div></blockquote><br/><div align=""Center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d1/House_Baratheon.PNG""/></div><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Lyonel Baratheon</span></div><br/><div align=""Center"">Inside of the Red Keep</div><br/><br/>""I may not be a warrior like you cousin, but I have the knights of the Kingsguard to protect me. As to Cassana, not everyone gets what they want in life cousin. I wanted to enjoy life and die of old age with my wife, but the gods sent a fever and took her from me. The King or Queen can simply disregard what the Hand wants, regardless of if it's good for the real. Eddard ignored my advice constantly, and look where he ended up. I don't want another Eddard on the throne, one who almost bankrupts the realm. I'm sorry if you feel the need to defend her, but who's to say she'd fulfill her promise to make me hand."" Lyonel said to him, trying to keep his anger at bay."
3837,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=300,2014-12-22T06:42:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Corlys Baratheon</span><br/><br/>""I would,"" answered Corlys ""you should have seen how happy she was when I returned; she'll do anything I ask of her right now. She's not as stupid as you think, she'll understand how good you are at ruling and keep you in that position."" as Corlys talked he was getting slightly distracted, because of Lyonel's response he had been thinking about the kingsguard; he had never imagined it before but being in the kingsguard seemed perfect. He had no land or castle and as far as he knew there was no marriage pact connected to him. He'd be able to spend all day protecting Lyonel and Cassana. ""But whatever, I just don't like seeing you two fighting.""<span style=""font-style: italic"">should he ask Lyonel? No, now wasn't the time and he was too young anyway</span>. ""I suppose I should go now, good luck with the voting!"" Corlys called as he left the room and went back to Cassana."
3838,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=300,2014-12-22T07:38:00,Nuxipal,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Paramount Quentyn Tyrell<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Red Keep, King's Landing</span></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/thumb/9/99/House_Tyrell.PNG/250px-House_Tyrell.PNG""/></div><br/><br/>Shortly after he had arrived in Kings Landing, a message from Queen to be, Cassana Baratheon, had arrived requesting a meeting before the council convened. He also knew he would have to meet with Lord Lyonel as well.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Let them each slash at each other. The Rose will support whichever one we can gain the most from.</span>He knocked on the door of Cassana and waited for the Kings Guard to let him in. Upon entering he smirked and gave a bow out of respect, ""Lady Cassana. You look absolutely ravishing today."" He approached a chair saying, ""If you don't mind, I would like to take a seat. It has been an awfully long journey and much of it spent walking since we entered the city."" As he sat down he looked around. She was mostly alone in here, just a Kings Guard to protect her.<br/><br/>""Now, Lady Cassana, you sent a letter requesting this meeting. What is it that you wanted to discuss?"""
3839,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=300,2014-12-22T07:57:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Cassana was in a much better mood now than she had been in for quite some time, her other half was back and now everything seemed good. her maestar had once told her that twin's souls were connected and if one died or left the other would never feel quite right, He was a stupid old man but maybe he was correct for once.<br/><br/>When the lord Tyrell entered the room she smiled brightly at him, only this time she wasn't just putting the smile on. ""Lord Tyrell, it's a pleasure to see you once again!"" Cassana said happily, she had seen the man many times during tourneys but she had never spoken to him properly. ""I wished to discuss the possibility of you supporting my bid for queen over Lyonel's bid for king. I'm willing to offer you anything really, positions on the small council, on the kingsguard, marriages, whatever you ask for I'll consider it."" Cassana spoke in a pleasant tone. She had mostly brushed over the offer of marriages, she didn't want to think about marrying anyone right now and it felt wrong offering herself up as a sort of prize."
3840,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=300,2014-12-22T08:11:00,Nuxipal,"<blockquote><div><cite>Woodstovia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22878775#p22878775"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Cassana was in a much better mood now than she had been in for quite some time, her other half was back and now everything seemed good. her maestar had once told her that twin's souls were connected and if one died or left the other would never feel quite right, He was a stupid old man but maybe he was correct for once.<br/><br/>When the lord Tyrell entered the room she smiled brightly at him, only this time she wasn't just putting the smile on. ""Lord Tyrell, it's a pleasure to see you once again!"" Cassana said happily, she had seen the man many times during tourneys but she had never spoken to him properly. ""I wished to discuss the possibility of you supporting my bid for queen over Lyonel's bid for king. I'm willing to offer you anything really, positions on the small council, on the kingsguard, marriages, whatever you ask for I'll consider it."" Cassana spoke in a pleasant tone. She had mostly brushed over the offer of marriages, she didn't want to think about marrying anyone right now and it felt wrong offering herself up as a sort of prize.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Paramount Quentyn Tyrell<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Red Keep, King's Landing</span></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/thumb/9/99/House_Tyrell.PNG/250px-House_Tyrell.PNG""/></div><br/><br/><br/>""Anything that I want you say? Well, the reach is powerful both militarily and economically. We are the only source of Maesters in the entirety of the world. And furthermore, we have lacked representation in the Capital for some time. A position on the small council would be appreciated, however, I do see Lord Lyonel's claim to be stronger. My ancestors fought hard to have our blood on the throne, I would like to see that again."" He smiled as he was saying it, ""I am unmarried, and you are unmarried. The first born son of a union between the two of us would be Heir to the Iron Throne and Heir to the Reach. Even if your bid to be Queen fails, you would be Lady Paramount of the Reach. If you win, You are Queen of the Iron Throne, myself King-Consort, and our children would rule over the entirety of Westeros with the undying support of the largest of the Seven Kingdoms. Think about it, either way you would have won power and not let Lyonel control your fate.""<br/><br/>After he finished his argument, he reclined a bit. Cassana was a rare beauty, and he intended that she become his. Why else would she invite him to her chambers to discuss the coming meeting if it wasn't for him to wed her. Of course, he would have the same discussion with Lyonel, but Cassana didn't need to know that."
3841,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=300,2014-12-22T08:30:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Woodstovia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22878343#p22878343"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Corlys Baratheon</span><br/><br/>""I would,"" answered Corlys ""you should have seen how happy she was when I returned; she'll do anything I ask of her right now. She's not as stupid as you think you knowm she'll understand how good you are at ruling and keep you in that position."" as Corlys talked he was getting slightly distracted, because of Lyonel's response he had been thinking about the kingsguard; he had never imagined it before but being in the kingsguard seemed perfect. He had no land or castle and as far as he knew there was no marriage pact connected to him. He'd be able to spend all day protecting Lyonel and Cassana. ""But whatever, I just don't like seeing you two fighting."" <span style=""font-style: italic"">should he ask Lyonel? No, now wasn't the time and he was too young anyway</span>. ""I suppose I should go now, good luck with the voting!"" Corlys called as he left the room and went back to Cassana.</div></blockquote><br/><div align=""Center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d1/House_Baratheon.PNG""/></div><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Lyonel Baratheon</span></div><br/><div align=""Center"">Inside of the Red Keep</div><br/><br/>Lyonel sighed. ""I know she isn't stupid, it is other things I worry about."" He said. He would not say them here, in the company of lords. He had been Robert's Master of Laws, and had been there when she had threatened to behead a servant. Unlike Cassana, Lyonel felt affection for Corlys, but he was blind to what Cassana was like. 'May the Seven grant him the power to see her clearly.' He thought. As Corlys left, Lyonel said one more thing. ""Tell Cassana what I said, that no one truly get's what they truly want in life."" Lyonel closed the door and sat back down. ""I am sorry for the interruption my lords, shall we discuss the council?"""
3842,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=300,2014-12-22T08:43:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Cassana thought about Quentyn Tyrell's offer. When she was a little girl marriage had seemed like the greatest thing in the world, to be with the man you loved more than anything forever sounded like heaven. But now it was what Cassana feared the most, she was essentially selling herself to the highest bidder. But lord Tyrell wouldn't be so bad would he? He was brave and handsome and a great knight.<br/><br/>Cassana breathed slowly and responded in a quiet voice while keeping her head down, ""Okay. If you will support me and vote for me as queen I'll marry you."""
3843,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=300,2014-12-22T09:32:00,Nuxipal,"<blockquote><div><cite>Woodstovia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22879050#p22879050"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Cassana thought about Quentyn Tyrell's offer. When she was a little girl marriage had seemed like the greatest thing in the world, to be with the man you loved more than anything forever sounded like heaven. But now it was what Cassana feared the most, she was essentially selling herself to the highest bidder. But lord Tyrell wouldn't be so bad would he? He was brave and handsome and a great knight.<br/><br/>Cassana breathed slowly and responded in a quiet voice while keeping her head down, ""Okay. If you will support me and vote for me as queen I'll marry you.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Paramount Quentyn Tyrell<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Red Keep, King's Landing</span></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/thumb/9/99/House_Tyrell.PNG/250px-House_Tyrell.PNG""/></div><br/><br/><br/>""You have my word as a Knight of the Seven that you have my support. I will rally any support I can for your cause Your Grace and when this council business is complete, we shall wed in the Great Sept of Baelor, uniting two of the most powerful houses to ever exist upon this land. May the Seven bless you and our cause."" The news was extraordinary, he had secured a beautiful and intelligent bride for himself as well as an alliance with House Baratheon, regardless of who won the crown. Now, he had to send Ravens to Highgarden to announce the plans and have his vassals call in as many favors as they could to get Cassana elected.<br/><br/><br/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Paramount Yorwyck Royce<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Red Keep, King's Landing</span></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/thumb/e/ed/Royce.png/250px-Royce.png""/></div><br/><br/>Lord Royce arrived at the door of Lord Lyonel. He knocked and awaited the Kings Guard to permit his entry, instead the door opened and he saw Baela give him a nod in the direction of Lyonel, the room was becoming slightly crowded. As he went in Baela went out and he introduced himself, ""Lord Lyonel, I am Lord Paramount Yorwyck Royce. I understand that you sent the Targaryen witch to collect me from the Eryie. I thank you for the aid, but I am afraid that I will need more of it however as Lord Ironstone has an army sitting outside the Bloody Gates. Fortunately, your monster burned the front row of tents in his camp. He can't take the Eryie without help from inside, but he could starve us out. That is the only way food can enter the castle. So I ask you Lord Lyonel, what will you do for my family and my people if I vote for you in the coming council?"""
3844,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=300,2014-12-22T09:51:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nuxipal <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22879389#p22879389"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Woodstovia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22879050#p22879050"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Cassana thought about Quentyn Tyrell's offer. When she was a little girl marriage had seemed like the greatest thing in the world, to be with the man you loved more than anything forever sounded like heaven. But now it was what Cassana feared the most, she was essentially selling herself to the highest bidder. But lord Tyrell wouldn't be so bad would he? He was brave and handsome and a great knight.<br/><br/>Cassana breathed slowly and responded in a quiet voice while keeping her head down, ""Okay. If you will support me and vote for me as queen I'll marry you.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Paramount Quentyn Tyrell<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Red Keep, King's Landing</span></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/thumb/9/99/House_Tyrell.PNG/250px-House_Tyrell.PNG""/></div><br/><br/><br/>""You have my word as a Knight of the Seven that you have my support. I will rally any support I can for your cause Your Grace and when this council business is complete, we shall wed in the Great Sept of Baelor, uniting two of the most powerful houses to ever exist upon this land. May the Seven bless you and our cause."" The news was extraordinary, he had secured a beautiful and intelligent bride for himself as well as an alliance with House Baratheon, regardless of who won the crown. Now, he had to send Ravens to Highgarden to announce the plans and have his vassals call in as many favors as they could to get Cassana elected.<br/><br/><br/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Paramount Yorwyck Royce<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Red Keep, King's Landing</span></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/thumb/e/ed/Royce.png/250px-Royce.png""/></div><br/><br/>Lord Royce arrived at the door of Lord Lyonel. He knocked and awaited the Kings Guard to permit his entry, instead the door opened and he saw Baela give him a nod in the direction of Lyonel, the room was becoming slightly crowded. As he went in Baela went out and he introduced himself, ""Lord Lyonel, I am Lord Paramount Yorwyck Royce. I understand that you sent the Targaryen witch to collect me from the Eryie. I thank you for the aid, but I am afraid that I will need more of it however as Lord Ironstone has an army sitting outside the Bloody Gates. Fortunately, your monster burned the front row of tents in his camp. He can't take the Eryie without help from inside, but he could starve us out. That is the only way food can enter the castle. So I ask you Lord Lyonel, what will you do for my family and my people if I vote for you in the coming council?""</div></blockquote><br/><div align=""Center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d1/House_Baratheon.PNG""/></div><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Lyonel Baratheon</span></div><br/><div align=""Center"">Inside of the Red Keep</div><br/><br/>""Lord Royce, I welcome you to the city. At the moment the banners for the Crownlands and Stormlands are being called. I mean to take Lord Ironstone in the rear. I assure you, that you have the support of the Iron Throne for now, but should Cassana be elected, I expect he will be given a full pardon, and Paramountcy of the Vale. I will make sure the Ironstone's learn their place. They will be demoted to a knightly house, and their lands will no longer encompass the same amount of area."""
3845,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=300,2014-12-22T10:19:00,Blobovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Lady Lara Lannister</span></span><br/><br/>So Cassana had a twin brother? The gods had to be kidding. One more exactly like, and an identical copy at that.<br/><br/>She listened carefully to Corly's and Lyonel's discussion. While it was good that he did not wish to compete for the throne, the fact that he suppported his sister's cause was almost as bad. Corly left, and Lyonel asked if they now wished to continue the discussion about the council.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Please do""</span>, Lara thought. She wasn't angry anymore, just tired, and slightly annoyed.<br/><br/>Lord Royce began to talk about the battles in the Vale. Lara tried to listen as her family might be heavily involved in a force against lord Ironstone, but her thoughts drifted elsewhere. Whoever won the election today, they would have a coronation. It would be too expensive, but lord Lyonel would try to save as much as he could, she was sure of it, but Cassana was an entirely different matter.<br/><br/>Why did it have to be necessary with a coronation to legitimate the king at all? Couldn't just the best suited to be the ruler be exactly that, regardless of royal blood or shallow ceremonies? Surely her own house could do more use than any of the three Baratheons.<br/><br/>Lara found herself almost wishing for Caeliphon to burn them all, just to have it end."
3846,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=300,2014-12-22T10:51:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Corlys Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Corlys left Lyonel's room and walked back to Cassana's chambers. He was clearly out of his depth. Just a few weeks ago he had been running errands in Riverrun and now he was stuck between kings and queens. Lyonel was too stubborn to give Cassana the throne and wouldn't offer Cassana anything in compensation if she stepped down. It seemed hopeless trying to get one of them to step down.<br/><br/>Corlys opened the door to Cassana's chambers and found her sitting with someone he didn't recognize, from his clothing he could tell that the man was nobility. Cassana looked slightly... uncomfortable maybe? Corlys couldn't tell but knew something was wrong, Cassana quickly gained her composure however and met him with a smile. ""It's nice to see you back, I was just talking with lord Tyrell about my ascension to the throne."" Corlys bowed to the man. ""That's all I wanted to talk about my lord, I'm glad you have decided to support me."" said Cassana, dismissing him."
3847,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=300,2014-12-23T01:42:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Blobovia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22879778#p22879778"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Lady Lara Lannister</span></span><br/><br/>So Cassana had a twin brother? The gods had to be kidding. One more exactly like, and an identical copy at that.<br/><br/>She listened carefully to Corly's and Lyonel's discussion. While it was good that he did not wish to compete for the throne, the fact that he suppported his sister's cause was almost as bad. Corly left, and Lyonel asked if they now wished to continue the discussion about the council. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""Please do""</span>, Lara thought. She wasn't angry anymore, just tired, and slightly annoyed. <br/><br/>Lord Royce began to talk about the battles in the Vale. Lara tried to listen as her family might be heavily involved in a force against lord Ironstone, but her thoughts drifted elsewhere. Whoever won the election today, they would have a coronation. It would be too expensive, but lord Lyonel would try to save as much as he could, she was sure of it, but Cassana was an entirely different matter.<br/><br/>Why did it have to be necessary with a coronation to legitimate the king at all? Couldn't just the best suited to be the ruler be exactly that, regardless of royal blood or shallow ceremonies? Surely her own house could do more use than any of the three Baratheons.<br/><br/>Lara found herself almost wishing for Caeliphon to burn them all, just to have it end.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d1/House_Baratheon.PNG""/></div><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Lyonel Baratheon</span></div><br/><div align=""Center"">Inside of the Red Keep</div><br/><br/>Lyonel looked over at Lara, seeing her look annoyed. ""Is something the matter Lady Lara?"""
3848,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=300,2014-12-23T17:45:00,Nuxipal,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Paramount Quentyn Tyrell<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Red Keep, Kings Landing, Westeros</span></span><br/><br/>""Of course Your Grace. I will see you again soon."" Lord Tyrell stood and left the room and began walking the halls only to run into Baela Targaryen. He almost drew his sword at the sight of her hair alone. ""Gods be good, what is Valyrian girl doing in the Red Keep?"" Baela gave him a stare like death, ""Gaining what has been lost and making the world a safer place for my family. Westeros has gone and forgotten the power of Dragons. Its warriors remember the stepstones, but the smallfolk and nobility have forgotten. The men of the Vale have seen a taste of what it is I speak of. I hope that they spread the word quickly or else more fire will be needed. Remember Tyrell who it was that gave you your position.""<br/><br/>She walked past him, aggressively opening a door and closing it behind her. She had gone into the Master of Laws Chamber,<span style=""font-style: italic"">She can't be the Master of Laws.. At least she isn't the Master of Coin. She would know too much about our wealth for me to feel safe here.</span>He continued along the hallway to wait outside of Lord Lyonel's chambers. As he did so, Lord Royce had left the room and gave him a nod as he walked quickly away from the room towards the Lord Paramounts suites."
3849,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=300,2014-12-23T17:54:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nuxipal <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22896722#p22896722"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Paramount Quentyn Tyrell<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Red Keep, Kings Landing, Westeros</span></span><br/><br/>""Of course Your Grace. I will see you again soon."" Lord Tyrell stood and left the room and began walking the halls only to run into Baela Targaryen. He almost drew his sword at the sight of her hair alone. ""Gods be good, what is Valyrian girl doing in the Red Keep?"" Baela gave him a stare like death, ""Gaining what has been lost and making the world a safer place for my family. Westeros has gone and forgotten the power of Dragons. Its warriors remember the stepstones, but the smallfolk and nobility have forgotten. The men of the Vale have seen a taste of what it is I speak of. I hope that they spread the word quickly or else more fire will be needed. Remember Tyrell who it was that gave you your position.""<br/><br/>She walked past him, aggressively opening a door and closing it behind her. She had gone into the Master of Laws Chamber, <span style=""font-style: italic"">She can't be the Master of Laws.. At least she isn't the Master of Coin. She would know too much about our wealth for me to feel safe here.</span> He continued along the hallway to wait outside of Lord Lyonel's chambers. As he did so, Lord Royce had left the room and gave him a nod as he walked quickly away from the room towards the Lord Paramounts suites.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d1/House_Baratheon.PNG""/></div><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Lyonel Baratheon</span></div><br/><div align=""Center"">Inside of the Red Keep</div><br/><br/>Lyonel opened the door the find Lord Tyrell on the other side. ""Lord Tyrell, please come inside."" Lyonel sat back down at his seat. He looked at the people gathered. ""We will be able to begin when the rest arrive."""
3850,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=325,2014-12-26T12:07:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Your Grace...</span>Cassana liked that. Corlys' arrival had been like a ray of sunlight for Cassana, he had washed away the darkness of her fears and worries and now she had the largest and most powerful of the seven kingdoms backing her! She didn't like having to marry the man, but if she became queen it'd be worth it. She wouldn't have to see him too often right?<br/><br/>Corlys was back, and he was standing right in front of her. There was so much they had to talk about, so much they had to do now that he was with her after 2 whole years; but there was no time. It made her heart ache, she wanted him to sit with her and talk until twilight but she had to send him away again. There was more work to be done.<br/><br/>""Corlys, I need you to go and meet with lord Royce, bring him to my chambers and we'll secure his vote. It doesn't matter what we need to promise him we'll figure the aftermath out after I'm crowned, right now I just need to secure my throne."" Cassana said to him, a little more harshly than she intended. Corlys nodded and left again.<br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Corlys Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Corlys left his sister's chambers and got a servant to escort him to where lord Royce had been settled. He had heard some... Unpleasant things about the man but he didn't need to be pleasant he just needed to vote for Cassana. Corlys knocked on the door to the man's chambers and called out. ""Lord Royce, lady Cassana wishes to meet with you."""
3851,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=325,2014-12-26T14:07:00,Blobovia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Toronina <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22889298#p22889298"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Blobovia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22879778#p22879778"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Lady Lara Lannister</span></span><br/><br/>So Cassana had a twin brother? The gods had to be kidding. One more exactly like, and an identical copy at that.<br/><br/>She listened carefully to Corly's and Lyonel's discussion. While it was good that he did not wish to compete for the throne, the fact that he suppported his sister's cause was almost as bad. Corly left, and Lyonel asked if they now wished to continue the discussion about the council. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""Please do""</span>, Lara thought. She wasn't angry anymore, just tired, and slightly annoyed. <br/><br/>Lord Royce began to talk about the battles in the Vale. Lara tried to listen as her family might be heavily involved in a force against lord Ironstone, but her thoughts drifted elsewhere. Whoever won the election today, they would have a coronation. It would be too expensive, but lord Lyonel would try to save as much as he could, she was sure of it, but Cassana was an entirely different matter.<br/><br/>Why did it have to be necessary with a coronation to legitimate the king at all? Couldn't just the best suited to be the ruler be exactly that, regardless of royal blood or shallow ceremonies? Surely her own house could do more use than any of the three Baratheons.<br/><br/>Lara found herself almost wishing for Caeliphon to burn them all, just to have it end.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d1/House_Baratheon.PNG""/></div><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Lyonel Baratheon</span></div><br/><div align=""Center"">Inside of the Red Keep</div><br/><br/>Lyonel looked over at Lara, seeing her look annoyed. ""Is something the matter Lady Lara?""</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Lady Lara Lannister</span></span><br/><br/>She looked up at lord Lyonel, a little surprised to b interrupted in her thoughts and brought back to reality.<br/><br/>""No, not at all. I was just pondering over the election, just like I assume we all do. Will we vote at once when the rest of the lords have arrived, or shall the claimants hold one last speech for their cause one last time before that?""<br/><br/>Lara looked at the rest of the assembled. She was the only woman there. What was coming was enormously important, she knew that very well. And still it felt so very boring."
3852,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=325,2014-12-26T17:12:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Corlys Baratheon</span><br/><br/>""Go away""<br/><br/>""But my lord if my sister becomes queen or if she turns out to be different to what you were-""<br/><br/>""Go away.""<br/><br/>Corlys grumbled and walked away from lord Royce's room, he hadn't put up much of a fight but then again he knew what sort of man Yorwyck Royce was and wasn't too eager to meet him. Still he needed to bring someone to Cassana... He couldn't just limp back and be sent out to grab some other lord. He knew lord Tully would probably vote for Cassana, even if it was only because Corlys had sided with her. Who else was important?The Targaryen girl was master of laws and she had a dragon too... Corlys quickly found a servant who brought him to the master of laws chamber. He knocked on the door and called out to her ""My lady,"" he said not knowing her name or title ""lady Cassana wishes to speak with you before the vote."""
3853,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=325,2014-12-26T17:47:00,Nuxipal,"<blockquote><div><cite>Woodstovia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22923554#p22923554"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Corlys Baratheon</span><br/><br/>""Go away""<br/><br/>""But my lord if my sister becomes queen or if she turns out to be different to what you were-""<br/><br/>""Go away.""<br/><br/>Corlys grumbled and walked away from lord Royce's room, he hadn't put up much of a fight but then again he knew what sort of man Yorwyck Royce was and wasn't too eager to meet him. Still he needed to bring someone to Cassana... He couldn't just limp back and be sent out to grab some other lord. He knew lord Tully would probably vote for Cassana, even if it was only because Corlys had sided with her. Who else was important?The Targaryen girl was master of laws and she had a dragon too... Corlys quickly found a servant who brought him to the master of laws chamber. He knocked on the door and called out to her ""My lady,"" he said not knowing her name or title ""lady Cassana wishes to speak with you before the vote.""</div></blockquote><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Princess Baela Targaryen<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Red Keep, King's Landing</span></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2013/228/0/7/house_targaryen_sigil_by_clockhound-d6igay5.png""/></div><br/><br/>""Very well. Let us see what Lady Cassana wants."" Baela stands. She walks beside Lord Corlys talking with him, ""So, Lord Corlys. Have you ever desired your sister? Wished to bed her or even to wed her?"" She wanted to learn what kind of man Corlys was. She only knew her brother's lust for her and her uncles' appetite for her at court. She stopped outside of Cassana's door waiting for Corlys to answer her. She had a devilish smile across her face as she waited."
3854,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=325,2014-12-26T18:10:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Corlys Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Corlys blushed at the girl's words, maybe it was a more acceptable thing to talk about in Valyria but Corlys had only known her for a short time and didn't feel like they were close enough to be discussing that kind of subject. Still he liked the girl well enough... And who was she going to whisper to? Corlys and Cassana would be seen as far more trustworthy than some Targaryen.<br/><br/>""I'm not a lord, just a knight my lady."" Corlys said softly. ""I've never... Lusted after her or wished to bed her. I don't really view her like that. But we have... Talked about wedding each other. Many years ago when we were both younger there was some sort of celebration, I can't remember what for and all the adults were drinking and feasting. When everything died down me and Cassana stole some wine and drunk it. While drunk she said she wished we were Targaryens and could marry. From then on we've discussed it and agreed we would marry if we could but we could never actually..."" Corlys was aware of how heavily he was blushing ""And besides I don't wish to bed her I just want to protect her and make her smile and be with her. I've thought about asking Lyonel if he could raise me to the kingsguard so I could be her sworn shield but he'd just reject me."" Corlys wasn't quite sure why he was telling her all of that but was relieved to have at least told somebody."
3855,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=325,2014-12-26T20:07:00,Nuxipal,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Princess Baela Targaryen<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Red Keep, King's Landing</span></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2013/228/0/7/house_targaryen_sigil_by_clockhound-d6igay5.png""/></div><br/><br/>""Of course Lord Corlys. If you were in the Kingsguard and sworn to protect Cassana, you could spend your entire life with her. Just the two of you. I am here for one reason and one reason only. Dragonstone. Now, I already have been named High Lord of the Narrow Sea. Driftmark, Dragonstone, and Claw Island are mine. If you want your sister, you would be welcome to her, assuming she would have you, on my islands. Unfortunately, my brother is similar to you. He lusts for me daily. I am surprised he hasn't shown up here yet."" She walks into the room where Cassana sits, ""Lady Cassana, it is good to see you again. I understand you have been interviewing the Lords Paramount to vote for you. How goes it? Have you won your crown?"""
3856,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=325,2014-12-26T20:43:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Corlys Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Corlys was slightly taken aback by the Targaryen's response. He had expected her to be more understanding but she had sort of just brushed him off when he was pouring his heart out to her. ""I don't lust after-"" Corlys began but the Targaryen swung open Cassana's door and Corlys had to stop himself.<br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Cassana had been holding one of her sparrows when Princess Baela entered her chambers, accompanied by Corlys. She didn't know why he had brought her and not lord Royce but trusted her brother and smiled at the princess.<br/><br/>""Princess Baela! I had not been expecting you... Please do sit and make yourself comfortable."" Cassana placed the bird back in it's cage and sat back down. ""My campaign goes well. I have made a deal with lord Tyrell, and he'll vote for me. Lord Tully will vote for me because Corlys has allied with me and the two are friends,though I may need to talk with him and perhaps offer a marriage pact between his daughter and Corlys; would you be willing?"" Cassana turned to Corlys and asked him with a smile.<br/><br/>""I like the girl well enough and she likes me but I'd rather not marry her... I think lord Tully can persuaded without that but if it's needed I'll gladly marry to get you your crown sister."" Corlys said. She felt guilty forcing him to marry, when they were too young to comprehend marriage around 6 they had promised to marry each other.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Mother didn't like that idea too well</span>Cassana thought remembering her mother's punishment of forcing them to clean Lyonel's and the king's chambers for a month. She would still like to marry him but what could she do? That was forbidden.<br/><br/>Cassana smiled ""Lady Lara and the Lannisters are preferring Lyonel but Lara has a weak point which I will exploit, I've got her in the palm of my hand and I'll also use it to bring Dorne into my fold. I'm sure I can offer the Iron Islanders something and then I have 5 votes, a majority."" Cassana beamed ""I'll keep you on the council my lady, Corlys will be an adviser and I'll keep Lyonel as hand; I detest him but he is useful."""
3857,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=325,2014-12-26T21:42:00,Nuxipal,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Princess Baela Targaryen<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Red Keep, King's Landing</span></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2013/228/0/7/house_targaryen_sigil_by_clockhound-d6igay5.png""/></div><br/><br/>""So you feel that you can win the throne. Then let me tell you the deal I have with Lyonel regarding my current position. I am here to serve on the Small council. While I serve on the small council, Dragonstone and its associated islands in the narrow sea remain a part of westeros. I am a vassal of the crown and everything runs smoothly. The moment I am no longer on the council, the islands in the narrow sea become Valyrian territory, or independent as I see fit.""<br/><br/>She glanced at Corlys, ""However, I do believe that Lyonel will win. He rules the stormlands after all. He only needs the support of three other Lords Paramount to force a tie. Half of them and he can instantly win. His ability to vote for himself is his greatest strength. However, there are laws in Westeros regarding these sort of councils. They speak of how to stop a Lord Paramount from being permitted to vote. One such instance: if he is involved in a civil strife. This could easily eliminate the ungrateful Lord Royce. This would anger him greatly, but it could mean everything for you. You eliminate even one of your brother's supporters and you can win. Or at least force a tie. For someone like Lyonel, a tie is almost worse than a loss. It shows that the kingdom has as much faith in you as it does in him. Perhaps a greater council would be called or most likely, a contest of arms would be called.""<br/><br/>She looked at Corlys, ""If Corlys here were to fight as your champion Lady Cassana, it would be as if you were fighting there yourself. Who better to represent you than your own twin."" She shrugged, ""Of course, if we are betting on that to be your trump card you might as well just call for a contest of arms to show whom your gods favor as your monarch.""<br/><br/>With a devilish look in her eye, ""There is of course the option of not naming a Monarch if you gain a tie. Name Westeros a Freehold. All men and women who have land have a vote. Three Triachs for each region. Three High Triarchs for your Kingdom. Lyonel could take one spot. You another. Perhaps even Corlys could make it. It would all be up to the lords of your realm to decide ont he ruling council. Your names will live in history as the Baratheons who freed Westeros."""
3858,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=325,2014-12-26T22:17:00,Toronina,OOC: Let's timeskip to the voting
3859,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=325,2014-12-27T00:24:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Cassana stood anxiously. Now was the time. Now her dream could finally come true. Now she'd beat Lyonel once and for all. Her stomach wouldn't stop writhing and she felt sick. She wondered if she should simply call for combat.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Corlys would protect her and Lyonel didn't even want the job so he surely wouldn't pick someone so dangerous that he'd kill Corlys would he? Maybe he would try that. Maybe he'd kill my twin because he can't kill the real thing</span><br/><br/>""Let's start."" said Cassana, she had meant to sound assertive but it came out more like a squeak. She also made sure to not ask if they could start. She didn't need anyone's permission she was about to be queen!"
3860,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=325,2014-12-27T01:09:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Woodstovia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22926978#p22926978"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Cassana stood anxiously. Now was the time. Now her dream could finally come true. Now she'd beat Lyonel once and for all. Her stomach wouldn't stop writhing and she felt sick. She wondered if she should simply call for combat. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Corlys would protect her and Lyonel didn't even want the job so he surely wouldn't pick someone so dangerous that he'd kill Corlys would he? Maybe he would try that. Maybe he'd kill my twin because he can't kill the real thing</span><br/><br/>""Let's start."" said Cassana, she had meant to sound assertive but it came out more like a squeak. She also made sure to not ask if they could start. She didn't need anyone's permission she was about to be queen!</div></blockquote><br/><div align=""Center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d1/House_Baratheon.PNG""/></div><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Lyonel Baratheon</span></div><br/><div align=""Center"">Inside of the Red Keep</div><br/><br/>""My lords, the council starts now. I urge you, vote for whoever you believe would be the best Monarch. I assure you, I will heed whatever decision is made. Let the voting begin, and remember, everyone of you Lords Paramount may vote, no silly laws will stand against it. And remember, I would be happy to reward those who vote for me, with arranged marriages with my children and their children."" Lyonel called out. He was nervous, but he knew he could not look nervous in front of them. In a scabbard attached to his waist was the Valyrian Steel sword Fury, once named Widow's Wail, King Jaime had changed it to something more appropriate for the house of Baratheon. He did not know if a Grand Council was allowed to come to combat, but he intended his champion to have a special weapon if it came to it."
3861,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=325,2014-12-27T07:15:00,Nuxipal,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Princess Baela Targaryen<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Red Keep, King's Landing</span></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2013/228/0/7/house_targaryen_sigil_by_clockhound-d6igay5.png""/></div><br/><br/><br/>The vote was about to get started. Baela was in attendance along with several dozen lords, both Greater and Lesser. Her own reconnaissance had given her insight on both candidates and who a few of the great lords were voting for. She sat patiently as Lord Tyrell stood and made his case. As he did a messenger arrived quietly for her and handed her a note. Her face was one of utter terror as she looked around hoping this proceeding would go quickly.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Paramount Quentyn Tyrell<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Red Keep, King's Landing</span></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/thumb/9/99/House_Tyrell.PNG/250px-House_Tyrell.PNG""/></div><br/><br/><br/>""Lords Paramount of Westeros. You knew my father and now know me. I am Lord Paramount Quentyn Tyrell of the Reach. Today history has decided that we will choose our next ruler. Now, the only reason this has come to light instead of legal lines of succession, is because we know Lord Lyonel is not the kind of man we want as King. He himself admits he doesn't wish to be King, then why should he? Let our council instead choose someone who wants to be crowned and deserves to be crowned. All of her hard work behind the scenes has allowed our nation to thrive despite our previous Kings spending us into the ground. If we allow Lyonel to rule westeros, we will be overrun within a week."" He indicates Baela, ""There sits a Princess of Valyria. Unmolested and with titles to boot. Even now, she holds us hostage within the keep. Her dragon, the great and terrible Caeliphon sits in the royal stables WITHIN the walls of the Red Keep. I would not be surprised if Lyonel had chosen to bed the creature as a means of creating an heir of dragons blood.""<br/><br/>Pausing for effect the Lord Paramount of the Reach looks around the room, ""I for one believe that Lyonel would be a weak King and that his reign would lead to only one thing. Our knees bent before the Valyrians once more. I vote for Cassana, of House Baratheon, First of Her Name, Queen of the Andals, the Rhoynar, and the First Men. Lady of the Seven Kingdoms and Protector of the Realm.""<br/><br/>He retakes his seat once he has put forth his vote."
3862,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=325,2014-12-27T10:17:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>""Silly laws?"" Cassana asked ""my lords now you see truly what kind of a man Lyonel is, he seeks to disregard the laws of gods and men just so that he can get a crown!""<br/><br/>""Everyone knows that lord paramounts can be exempt from voting during civil strife."" said Corlys, backing her up.<br/><br/>""What kind of strife would you say the Ironstone rebellion is brother?"" Cassana asked him with a giggle.<br/><br/>""That sounds like a very civil type of strife to me my lords. Lord Royce you are excused from voting."" said Corlys."
3863,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=325,2014-12-27T18:44:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Edmund Tully</span><br/><br/>""From seven long years I have ruled the Riverlands, and I do not wish to appear arrogant but no man could ever doubt that I have been a kind and fair ruler to my people. Three years ago ser Corlys Baratheon came to me as a squire and over those three years he has shown me what a noble and honourable man he is. Now he could have claimed the throne for himself but has selflessly stepped aside so that his sister could rule, why step aside unless she is fully capable? They say twins share the same mind and if lady Cassana shares even a fraction of the same qualities that Corlys has shown me then I will gladly vote for her."" Edmund declared before sinking to one knee ""I vote for lady Cassana, of the House Baratheon, First of Her Name, Queen of the Andals, the Rhoynar, and the First Men. Lady of the Seven Kingdoms and Protector of the Realm"""
3864,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=325,2014-12-27T20:09:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Woodstovia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22929774#p22929774"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>""Silly laws?"" Cassana asked ""my lords now you see truly what kind of a man Lyonel is, he seeks to disregard the laws of gods and men just so that he can get a crown!""<br/><br/>""Everyone knows that lord paramounts can be exempt from voting during civil strife."" said Corlys, backing her up.<br/><br/>""What kind of strife would you say the Ironstone rebellion is brother?"" Cassana asked him with a giggle.<br/><br/>""That sounds like a very civil type of strife to me my lords. Lord Royce you are excused from voting."" said Corlys.</div></blockquote><br/><div align=""Center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d1/House_Baratheon.PNG""/></div><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Lyonel Baratheon</span></div><br/><div align=""Center"">Inside of the Red Keep</div>\<br/><br/>Lyonel shouted out. ""Keep your mouth shut Corlys, it is obvious you have a bias towards your twin. This does not concern you. Lord Royce, you will vote, and we will deal with Lord Ironstone, who Cassana wished to make Lord Paramount of the Vale. Tell me my lords, especially you Lord Tyrell, with a girl of 18 namedays, do you think Emperor Baelor will stay put? Do you think New Valyria will be scared of a young girl more then a seasoned battle commander, a man who has proved himself as Master of Laws for my uncle King Robert, and Hand of the King for my cousin Eddard? It is you who wishes to subvert the god's will. By rights of succesion, by all laws including Dornish, I am the heir, then my sons, then my daughter, then the heir ship turns to Corlys. Cassana thinks herself a queen, when she has done nothing to earn it. We all know these laws are silly, and if I remember, repealed long ago.""<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Nuxipal <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22928842#p22928842"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Princess Baela Targaryen<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Red Keep, King's Landing</span></span><br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2013/228/0/7/house_targaryen_sigil_by_clockhound-d6igay5.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div><br/><br/><br/>The vote was about to get started. Baela was in attendance along with several dozen lords, both Greater and Lesser. Her own reconnaissance had given her insight on both candidates and who a few of the great lords were voting for. She sat patiently as Lord Tyrell stood and made his case. As he did a messenger arrived quietly for her and handed her a note. Her face was one of utter terror as she looked around hoping this proceeding would go quickly.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Paramount Quentyn Tyrell<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Red Keep, King's Landing</span></span><br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/thumb/9/99/House_Tyrell.PNG/250px-House_Tyrell.PNG"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div><br/><br/><br/>""Lords Paramount of Westeros. You knew my father and now know me. I am Lord Paramount Quentyn Tyrell of the Reach. Today history has decided that we will choose our next ruler. Now, the only reason this has come to light instead of legal lines of succession, is because we know Lord Lyonel is not the kind of man we want as King. He himself admits he doesn't wish to be King, then why should he? Let our council instead choose someone who wants to be crowned and deserves to be crowned. All of her hard work behind the scenes has allowed our nation to thrive despite our previous Kings spending us into the ground. If we allow Lyonel to rule westeros, we will be overrun within a week."" He indicates Baela, ""There sits a Princess of Valyria. Unmolested and with titles to boot. Even now, she holds us hostage within the keep. Her dragon, the great and terrible Caeliphon sits in the royal stables WITHIN the walls of the Red Keep. I would not be surprised if Lyonel had chosen to bed the creature as a means of creating an heir of dragons blood.""<br/><br/>Pausing for effect the Lord Paramount of the Reach looks around the room, ""I for one believe that Lyonel would be a weak King and that his reign would lead to only one thing. Our knees bent before the Valyrians once more. I vote for Cassana, of House Baratheon, First of Her Name, Queen of the Andals, the Rhoynar, and the First Men. Lady of the Seven Kingdoms and Protector of the Realm.""<br/><br/>He retakes his seat once he has put forth his vote.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Lord Tyrell, I will not stand for vile slander. I agree that I do not want to be king, but those who want it are often unsuited for it. May I remind you, your ancestor Lord Mace Tyrell, was a heavy Targaryen Loyalist, and rose up for Daenerys Targaryen and her dragons. Princess Baela has proved herself an excellent master of laws, and has done great things. If you think you can do a better job, prove it to me. Caeliphon sits in a building, specifically made long ago to seat dragons. The Dragonpit has been abanoed for a long time, and it took time and money to prepare it. And I would never lay with Baela, I had a wife, and my love still belongs with her, the woman who bore my children. If you wish to make such vile claims, then I would request you leave, before this turns bloody. I have proven myself worthy, and I urge you, recant your votes from Cassana, and send them to me. I have one vote already from my own Paramouncy of the Stormlands. Why vote for Cassana, a young girl who tried to gave the Gold Cloaks power that would make them as corrupt as Janos Slynt was, 203 years ago. I fought on the Stepstones, I remember seeing my father burn to death from Dragonfire, and you accuse me of forgetting what the Targaryen's did? Tell me my lords, why vote for a girl who ran away from the Red Keep, jealous that she could not be queen? Why vote for a girl, who will likely rebel if she does not win? Every Lord Paramount here will vote, and I hope they vote right. Lord Stark, Lady Lannister, The Prince of Dorne and Lord Royce have yet to vote, and I urge them to vote right."""
3865,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=325,2014-12-27T20:24:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>""Lyonel you're making a fool out of yourself,"" Cassana said softly ""you say lord Tyrell should leave for making claims and then claim that I would make the gold cloaks corrupt and ran away. We all know the truth Lyonel, as you are so quick to point out I am in fact only 18 and a girl at that; of course I have an innocent heart and was distraught when his grace Eddard died and wished some privacy to collect some thoughts. You of all people should surely know that King's Landing is a place where the walls have ears.<br/><br/>Besides Lyonel, you claim that laws are silly and shouldn't be upheld and then brag about how you were master of laws and say that you should be made king because of laws. I know words aren't your strong suit cousin but this is..."" Cassana said feigning that she couldn't even find the words to describe what Lyonel was saying. ""A mix of madness and desperation. If you don't wish to be shamed by the voting, then perhaps combat could be called? Of course Corlys would stand for me, it's not like I could fight. Who would you choose as champion? I'm showing you honesty if you wish to repay my kindness with some of your own I'd be relieved."" Cassana suspected that the vote may not go her way but was confident in Corlys. If Lyonel fought himself he would only fight half-heartedly as he surely didn't want to bear the burden of being a kinslayer, and if he picked a champion he would be seen as craven and probably wouldn't pick too strong of a champion who would seriously endanger Corlys."
3866,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=325,2014-12-27T20:29:00,Sebastianbourg,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Sebasion Iranassar</span><br/><br/>Lord Sebasion Iranassar stood there aimlessly in front of all the lords-paramount, nobles and aristocrats present to vote or to watch others vote. He was the Master of Whisperers and custom and tradition forced him to be present at the conclave of sorts. Alas, he was a foreigner and a lord only out of courtesy (the Master of Whisperers tends to be styled and titled in the same way as a lord without actually being a lord; in essence, the Master of Whisperers is a titular, landless lord) and therefore could not cast a vote. In any case, he decided it was stupid and foolish to remain silent when he could speak and argue in favour of his preferred candidate and possibly forge alliances that would prove beneficial in the future. For this reason, he almost submissively asked the King for permission to speak once he had finished speaking by asking, ""Your Grace, would you be so kind as to let me voice my opinions? I do not have the right to vote but as a member of the Small Council I consider I am entitled to debate and influence this election out of reason and intelligence."" He was sure King Lyonel would give him permission for Sebasion appeared to be a reasonable man who would argue for the best king."
3867,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=325,2014-12-27T20:54:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Woodstovia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22934826#p22934826"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>""Lyonel you're making a fool out of yourself,"" Cassana said softly ""you say lord Tyrell should leave for making claims and then claim that I would make the gold cloaks corrupt and ran away. We all know the truth Lyonel, as you are so quick to point out I am in fact only 18 and a girl at that; of course I have an innocent heart and was distraught when his grace Eddard died and wished some privacy to collect some thoughts. You of all people should surely know that King's Landing is a place where the walls have ears.<br/><br/>Besides Lyonel, you claim that laws are silly and shouldn't be upheld and then brag about how you were master of laws and say that you should be made king because of laws. I know words aren't your strong suit cousin but this is..."" Cassana said feigning that she couldn't even find the words to describe what Lyonel was saying. ""A mix of madness and desperation. If you don't wish to be shamed by the voting, then perhaps combat could be called? Of course Corlys would stand for me, it's not like I could fight. Who would you choose as champion? I'm showing you honesty if you wish to repay my kindness with some of your own I'd be relieved."" Cassana suspected that the vote may not go her way but was confident in Corlys. If Lyonel fought himself he would only fight half-heartedly as he surely didn't want to bear the burden of being a kinslayer, and if he picked a champion he would be seen as craven and probably wouldn't pick too strong of a champion who would seriously endanger Corlys.</div></blockquote><br/><div align=""Center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d1/House_Baratheon.PNG""/></div><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Lyonel Baratheon</span></div><br/><div align=""Center"">Inside of the Red Keep</div><br/>""You call me the fool Cassana. I said Lord Tyrell should leave if he wants to make baseless rumors and insult our Master of Laws and me included. You claim innocence. Well, if you truly are a innocent you should not sit the Iron Throne. That monstrosity of a throne is not for those faint of heart and innocent, it is for those who know how to make a hard decision. If you wanted privacy, why not seek out the God's Wood? Why flee the city? You did not flee right after Eddard died. I offered you Oldstones, and you refused by running off, with two guards? I claim it is this one law that is silly, not every law."" Lyonel laughed when Cassana he was not good with words. ""Oh but that is where you are wrong cousin, I am no warrior, but I am a diplomat. Daeron the second was no warrior, but he claimed victory over the Blackfyres, and was renowned as a good man. If you wish to fight, it shows you know that you might not win this. You simply want to be queen for power and money, and even came to me with an offer of me ruling behind the scenes. Let the realm know that Cassana. I will not back down, if you wish to fight, so be it. Since I am no warrior, and my cousin Corlys is a great one, renowned across the realm, I will choose a man who I trust can win. I don't want this to be a fight to the death. If it comes to combat, let it be known that if either champion wants to, he can yield."" It was at that moment a tall, burly man, wearing a white cloak and wielding a greatsword that looked to be made from Milkglass, stood up. Lyonel had discussed what to do if Cassana wanted to do combat with the Lord Commander. ""I would choose Ser Vorian Dayne, Sword of the Morning, and Lord Commander of the Kingsguard.""<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Sebastianbourg <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22934870#p22934870"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Sebasion Iranassar</span><br/><br/>Lord Sebasion Iranassar stood there aimlessly in front of all the lords-paramount, nobles and aristocrats present to vote or to watch others vote. He was the Master of Whisperers and custom and tradition forced him to be present at the conclave of sorts. Alas, he was a foreigner and a lord only out of courtesy (the Master of Whisperers tends to be styled and titled in the same way as a lord without actually being a lord; in essence, the Master of Whisperers is a titular, landless lord) and therefore could not cast a vote. In any case, he decided it was stupid and foolish to remain silent when he could speak and argue in favour of his preferred candidate and possibly forge alliances that would prove beneficial in the future. For this reason, he almost submissively asked the King for permission to speak once he had finished speaking by asking, ""Your Grace, would you be so kind as to let me voice my opinions? I do not have the right to vote but as a member of the Small Council I consider I am entitled to debate and influence this election out of reason and intelligence."" He was sure King Lyonel would give him permission for Sebasion appeared to be a reasonable man who would argue for the best king.</div></blockquote>""Speak now or forever hold it Lord Iranassar. Say what you will."""
3868,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=325,2014-12-27T21:08:00,Sebastianbourg,"<blockquote><div><cite>Toronina <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22935069#p22935069"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Sebastianbourg <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22934870#p22934870"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Sebasion Iranassar</span><br/><br/>Lord Sebasion Iranassar stood there aimlessly in front of all the lords-paramount, nobles and aristocrats present to vote or to watch others vote. He was the Master of Whisperers and custom and tradition forced him to be present at the conclave of sorts. Alas, he was a foreigner and a lord only out of courtesy (the Master of Whisperers tends to be styled and titled in the same way as a lord without actually being a lord; in essence, the Master of Whisperers is a titular, landless lord) and therefore could not cast a vote. In any case, he decided it was stupid and foolish to remain silent when he could speak and argue in favour of his preferred candidate and possibly forge alliances that would prove beneficial in the future. For this reason, he almost submissively asked the King for permission to speak once he had finished speaking by asking, ""Your Grace, would you be so kind as to let me voice my opinions? I do not have the right to vote but as a member of the Small Council I consider I am entitled to debate and influence this election out of reason and intelligence."" He was sure King Lyonel would give him permission for Sebasion appeared to be a reasonable man who would argue for the best king.</div></blockquote> ""Speak now or forever hold it Lord Iranassar. Say what you will.""</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Sebasion Iranassar</span><br/><br/>Lord Sebasion Iranassar looked at King Lyonel for a split-second and nodded thankfully before facing the assembled lords and opening his mouth. ""My lords, I am here today out of respect for the rules, traditions and protocols set by thousands of years of kings and queens on the Iron Throne; I have no right to cast a vote in this election yet I have chosen to respect the customs of this realm that unites the Seven Kingdoms of Westeros under one throne, under one King!"" Sebasion said before looking at Lady Cassana Baratheon knowing all his hopes at a romantic relationship with her would be destroyed once he finished speaking. ""For that reason - the defence of the protocols and this realm that is - I would vote for King Lyonel if I had the right to do so; he is the only man in this realm strong enough to defend us against notable foreigners who mean harm (and I say this as a foreigner) yet skilled in the art of diplomacy to negotiate his way out of disadvantageous accords. I have nothing against Lady Cassana and would not like to see this election turned into an uncivilised debate consisting of vile insults and rumours disguised as arguments but King Lyonel is the only one capable of leading us out of this mess. ""<br/><br/>He slowly stepped away and looked at the King and then at Lady Cassana Baratheon."
3869,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=325,2014-12-27T21:17:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Cassana balked at Lyonel and blinked a few times before talking ""Cousin, please stop you're embarrassing yourself; you threaten to throw out lord Tyrell for insulting you and then call me greedy and power hungry. Why are you being so cruel Lyonel?""<br/><br/>""To claim that you're a diplomat in the same vein as Daeron II is laughable, look at you you're running about threatening to eject lords and offering up bribes to get them to vote for you. Cassana wishes to be queen because she feels that while you are a competent administrator you could never hold the kingdoms together because you're too argumentative"" Corlys said.<br/><br/>When the foreigner spoke Cassana and Corlys stopped to listen. When he finished Cassana glared at him.<br/><br/>""Again you say he's a diplomat but watch him, this meeting has been going on for what? All of ten minutes? And already he's made an enemy out of the most powerful lord paramount and his own cousin, Corlys Baratheon. I'm claiming the throne not because I think I'll be as great as Aegon the first or because I want power and money as Lyonel will tell you but because Lyonel will tear the kingdoms apart if he's elected. I know I may not seem like the best choice but I am nothing if not kind which is what is needed during this time of anger and fear."" Cassana said, feigning that she was on the verge of tears."
3870,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=325,2014-12-27T21:30:00,Nuxipal,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Paramount Yorwyck Royce<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Red Keep, King's Landing</span></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/thumb/e/ed/Royce.png/250px-Royce.png""/></div><br/><br/>""Aye, I haven't voted Lady Cassana. But I will. My vote was promised to whomever would destroy the host assembled by Lord Ironstone, which is not just a threat to the Vale, but to the whole of Westeros. He proclaims himself King of Mount and Vale. A title not used since the Conqueror himself waged war from his dragons. I vote for His Grace, Lyonel Baratheon. He was Hand of the King previously. He knows how to run the Realm better than any man or<span style=""font-style: italic"">woman</span>in the Kingdoms."" He looked to the other Lords Paramount, ""Do not let Cassana be the ruler of The Seven Kingdoms. She was planning to run off with Ironstone not too long ago. I have read the reports of where she traveled and the secret encounters between the two of them in the Halls of the Red Keep. She is as guilty of treason as he is. Unfortunately, there would not be enough proof to say that you urged him to revolt. Should you be elected Queen, do not expect me at your coronation. I will have more important matters to attend.""<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Paramount Quentyn Tyrell<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Red Keep, King's Landing</span></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/thumb/9/99/House_Tyrell.PNG/250px-House_Tyrell.PNG""/></div><br/><br/><br/>Taken offense at the words of both Lyonel and Yorwyck, Quentyn rises from his chair. ""Lord Lyonel, my ancestor sided with the side most likely to burn his holding to the ground. You must remember, the Reach's grains feed more than half of the realm. If he chose to fight against the Dragons, the following winter would ahve been hard on the realm and a renewed war against the Iron Throne by the Targaryens would be possible.""<br/><br/>Turning on Royce suddenly, ""And you, Lord Yorwyck Royce. You hold your titles only because those who came before you are extinct now. The Vale was united by the Arryns and should belong to the Arryns of Gulltown. They have more claim than you ever do. Perhaps this Lord Ironstone isn't wrong about one thing. The Vale requires new leadership.""<br/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Princess Baela Targaryen<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Red Keep, King's Landing</span></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2013/228/0/7/house_targaryen_sigil_by_clockhound-d6igay5.png""/></div><br/><br/>Meanwhile in her seat Baela is quietly arguing with the messenger. The messenger clearly came from the Dragonpit and mention of her dragon made her look up and respond, ""Actually Lord Lyonel, Caeliphon is in the Red Keep. The Royal Stables. I was not going to have Lord Royce walk halfway across Kings Landing."" Hoping her clarification bought her some time to deal with the problem she continues to argue with the messenger who seems to be urging her to leave the room. Baela continually asks the messenger to tell a certain<span style=""font-style: italic"">him</span>that she isn't even in the city. Only to have the messenger shout, ""HE SAW YOUR DRAGON IN THE BLOODY KEEP! HE UNCHAINED YOUR UNCLE IN THE PIT AND HE KNOWS YOU ARE HERE! HE WILL CO--mhhhh"" Baela puts her hands over the messenger's mouth and tries her best to silence him."
3871,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=325,2014-12-27T21:38:00,Sebastianbourg,"<blockquote><div><cite>Woodstovia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22935237#p22935237"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Cassana balked at Lyonel and blinked a few times before talking ""Cousin, please stop you're embarrassing yourself; you threaten to throw out lord Tyrell for insulting you and then call me greedy and power hungry. Why are you being so cruel Lyonel?""<br/><br/>""To claim that you're a diplomat in the same vein as Daeron II is laughable, look at you you're running about threatening to eject lords and offering up bribes to get them to vote for you. Cassana wishes to be queen because she feels that while you are a competent administrator you could never hold the kingdoms together because you're too argumentative"" Corlys said.<br/><br/>When the foreigner spoke Cassana and Corlys stopped to listen. When he finished Cassana glared at him. <br/><br/>""Again you say he's a diplomat but watch him, this meeting has been going on for what? All of ten minutes? And already he's made an enemy out of the most powerful lord paramount and his own cousin, Corlys Baratheon. I'm claiming the throne not because I think I'll be as great as Aegon the first or because I want power and money as Lyonel will tell you but because Lyonel will tear the kingdoms apart if he's elected. I know I may not seem like the best choice but I am nothing if not kind which is what is needed during this time of anger and fear."" Cassana said, feigning that she was on the verge of tears.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Sebasion Iranassar</span><br/><br/>Lord Sebasion Iranassar reacted furiously to Lady Cassana's remarks. Immediately, he said in a calm but relatively-loud tone, ""Lady Cassana, why should anyone present believe your claims? Why should anyone believe you are not interested in the money, power and most-importantly, the pageantry associated with the Crown? Why should anyone believe King Lyonel will tear apart this kingdom when he has ruled it without major problems since the former King's demise? Tell me Cassana, why should anyone believe anything you say?"" At last Sebasion came to his senses and saw the young and beautiful lady on the verge of tears (or so he believed) causing him to refrain from saying he had personally ordered the guards to go after her when she escaped and had sent ravens to all major cities in Westeros."
3872,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=325,2014-12-27T21:44:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Woodstovia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22935237#p22935237"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Cassana balked at Lyonel and blinked a few times before talking ""Cousin, please stop you're embarrassing yourself; you threaten to throw out lord Tyrell for insulting you and then call me greedy and power hungry. Why are you being so cruel Lyonel?""<br/><br/>""To claim that you're a diplomat in the same vein as Daeron II is laughable, look at you you're running about threatening to eject lords and offering up bribes to get them to vote for you. Cassana wishes to be queen because she feels that while you are a competent administrator you could never hold the kingdoms together because you're too argumentative"" Corlys said.<br/><br/>When the foreigner spoke Cassana and Corlys stopped to listen. When he finished Cassana glared at him. <br/><br/>""Again you say he's a diplomat but watch him, this meeting has been going on for what? All of ten minutes? And already he's made an enemy out of the most powerful lord paramount and his own cousin, Corlys Baratheon. I'm claiming the throne not because I think I'll be as great as Aegon the first or because I want power and money as Lyonel will tell you but because Lyonel will tear the kingdoms apart if he's elected. I know I may not seem like the best choice but I am nothing if not kind which is what is needed during this time of anger and fear."" Cassana said, feigning that she was on the verge of tears.</div></blockquote><br/><div align=""Center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d1/House_Baratheon.PNG""/></div><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Lyonel Baratheon</span></div><br/><div align=""Center"">Inside of the Red Keep</div><br/><br/>""I speak the truth cousin. Cassana wants only money and power. She hates that I will not give her that. You are blind Corlys, you are lost. My Lords, this woman once threatened to have a servants head off because the servant would not let her win a game. My grandfather Jaime dismissed it a joke, but I know it was no joke. Lord Tyrell accuses me of Treason, and I will not deal with that. Tell me Cassana, are you marrying Lord Tyrell or Tully? It is obvious you have offered marriage to one of them. You claim I could not hold the Kingdoms together. Tell me Corlys, who was Eddard's Hand? I kept the realm together while Eddard whore, drank and feasted himself to his grave, may he rest in peace. I held the realm together, for many lords wanted to rebel. Corlys is your twin, and blind to your actions. It was not I who wanted combat.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Brandon Stark</span><br/><br/>From his wheelchair, Brandon Stark called out. ""Is this what our capital has become, a place for petty arguing? We need a strong ruler in order to deal with Emperor Baelor. I cast my vote to Lord Lyonel, and would bend my knee if the bloody things worked."" Brandon was not impressed with either of the candidates, both were as stubborn as mules, but Lady Cassana was a young girl, and the throne needed someone strong. ""Our houses we're once friends Lord Tully, and we share blood. I am disappointed you have voted for Cassana, for the last thing we need is a young innocent girl on the throne."""
3873,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=325,2014-12-27T21:51:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nuxipal <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22935352#p22935352"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Paramount Yorwyck Royce<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Red Keep, King's Landing</span></span><br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/thumb/e/ed/Royce.png/250px-Royce.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div><br/><br/>""Aye, I haven't voted Lady Cassana. But I will. My vote was promised to whomever would destroy the host assembled by Lord Ironstone, which is not just a threat to the Vale, but to the whole of Westeros. He proclaims himself King of Mount and Vale. A title not used since the Conqueror himself waged war from his dragons. I vote for His Grace, Lyonel Baratheon. He was Hand of the King previously. He knows how to run the Realm better than any man or <span style=""font-style: italic"">woman</span> in the Kingdoms."" He looked to the other Lords Paramount, ""Do not let Cassana be the ruler of The Seven Kingdoms. She was planning to run off with Ironstone not too long ago. I have read the reports of where she traveled and the secret encounters between the two of them in the Halls of the Red Keep. She is as guilty of treason as he is. Unfortunately, there would not be enough proof to say that you urged him to revolt. Should you be elected Queen, do not expect me at your coronation. I will have more important matters to attend.""<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Paramount Quentyn Tyrell<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Red Keep, King's Landing</span></span><br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/thumb/9/99/House_Tyrell.PNG/250px-House_Tyrell.PNG"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div><br/><br/><br/>Taken offense at the words of both Lyonel and Yorwyck, Quentyn rises from his chair. ""Lord Lyonel, my ancestor sided with the side most likely to burn his holding to the ground. You must remember, the Reach's grains feed more than half of the realm. If he chose to fight against the Dragons, the following winter would ahve been hard on the realm and a renewed war against the Iron Throne by the Targaryens would be possible.""<br/><br/>Turning on Royce suddenly, ""And you, Lord Yorwyck Royce. You hold your titles only because those who came before you are extinct now. The Vale was united by the Arryns and should belong to the Arryns of Gulltown. They have more claim than you ever do. Perhaps this Lord Ironstone isn't wrong about one thing. The Vale requires new leadership.""<br/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Princess Baela Targaryen<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Red Keep, King's Landing</span></span><br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2013/228/0/7/house_targaryen_sigil_by_clockhound-d6igay5.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div><br/><br/>Meanwhile in her seat Baela is quietly arguing with the messenger. The messenger clearly came from the Dragonpit and mention of her dragon made her look up and respond, ""Actually Lord Lyonel, Caeliphon is in the Red Keep. The Royal Stables. I was not going to have Lord Royce walk halfway across Kings Landing."" Hoping her clarification bought her some time to deal with the problem she continues to argue with the messenger who seems to be urging her to leave the room. Baela continually asks the messenger to tell a certain <span style=""font-style: italic"">him</span> that she isn't even in the city. Only to have the messenger shout, ""HE SAW YOUR DRAGON IN THE BLOODY KEEP! HE UNCHAINED YOUR UNCLE IN THE PIT AND HE KNOWS YOU ARE HERE! HE WILL CO--mhhhh"" Baela puts her hands over the messenger's mouth and tries her best to silence him.</div></blockquote><br/><div align=""Center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d1/House_Baratheon.PNG""/></div><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Lyonel Baratheon</span></div><br/><div align=""Center"">Inside of the Red Keep</div><br/><br/>Lyonel turned his head to the messenger, as did almost the entire court. ""Baela, what is this about your uncle? Who knows where you are?"" Lyonel had a fair idea, but wanted to know."
3874,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=325,2014-12-27T21:53:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>""You should believe me because just watching him will tell you, he's being hypocritical and cruel. He was hand for around two days in total, how can that convince anyone he should be voted for? Were those two days truly that magical? And I won't dispute that he's a good administrator but he's already made an enemy out of the Tyrells!"" Cassana looked on desperately as things seemed to spiral out of control. It was useless she was only repeating herself. Were they all deaf or just too stupid to hear what she was saying? She only broke out of her state of despair for a heartbeat to wonder why the Stark was so angry if he was only voting for Lyonel on a whim. ""Fine, enough, I declare combat. Let the seven choose who is right and who is wrong.""<br/><br/>Corlys smiled confidently and stepped forward ""I don't care if he's the sword of the morning, noon, afternoon, night, dusk, twilight or his own arse I'll cut him to pieces."" declared Corlys confidently, with a smirk."
3875,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=350,2014-12-27T21:55:00,Nuxipal,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Princess Baela Targaryen<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Red Keep, King's Landing</span></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2013/228/0/7/house_targaryen_sigil_by_clockhound-d6igay5.png""/></div><br/><br/>Giving the messenger a death glare before turning to Lord Lyonel. ""No one of importance. If you will excuse me, it seems that my wayward Uncle has gotten free of his holding cell. I will have to put him back into his place before he gets himself or the people of Kings Landing hurt."" From the courtyard Caeliphon's roar could be heard. And then, almost as an echo, a much more faint roar was heard from above. At this moment Baela's eyes went wide and her heart sank. ""Lord Lyonel, please. it is vital that I leave this meeting immediately and attend to the matter of my uncle and his.. err.. dragon.""<br/><br/>She looked up cautiously almost expecting the roof to cave in at any moment."
3876,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=350,2014-12-27T21:59:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Woodstovia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22935540#p22935540"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>""You should believe me because just watching him will tell you, he's being hypocritical and cruel. He was hand for around two days in total, how can that convince anyone he should be voted for? Were those two days truly that magical? And I won't dispute that he's a good administrator but he's already made an enemy out of the Tyrells!"" Cassana looked on desperately as things seemed to spiral out of control. It was useless she was only repeating herself. Were they all deaf or just too stupid to hear what she was saying? She only broke out of her state of despair for a heartbeat to wonder why the Stark was so angry if he was only voting for Lyonel on a whim. ""Fine, enough, I declare combat. Let the seven choose who is right and who is wrong.""<br/><br/>Corlys smiled confidently and stepped forward ""I don't care if he's the sword of the morning, noon, afternoon, night, dusk, twilight or his own arse I'll cut him to pieces."" declared Corlys confidently, with a smirk.</div></blockquote><br/><div align=""Center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d1/House_Baratheon.PNG""/></div><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Lyonel Baratheon</span></div><br/><div align=""Center"">Inside of the Red Keep</div><br/><br/>Lyonel looked at Cassana with a stern look. ""No, no we have better things to do. It seems an enemy is in the city."" Lyonel said. ""Messenger, who is in the city, I need to know."" He said. He was getting worried. ""My lords, we must postpone this I'm afraid. It seems there is an enemy in our city. Let us put aside our differences and bickering, and deal with who it is!"" He turned towards Corlys as well. ""You of all people should realise the danger of facing off against the Sword of the Morning Corlys. You are a warrior, are you not?"""
3877,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=350,2014-12-27T22:03:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nuxipal <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22935556#p22935556"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Princess Baela Targaryen<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Red Keep, King's Landing</span></span><br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2013/228/0/7/house_targaryen_sigil_by_clockhound-d6igay5.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div><br/><br/>Giving the messenger a death glare before turning to Lord Lyonel. ""No one of importance. If you will excuse me, it seems that my wayward Uncle has gotten free of his holding cell. I will have to put him back into his place before he gets himself or the people of Kings Landing hurt."" From the courtyard Caeliphon's roar could be heard. And then, almost as an echo, a much more faint roar was heard from above. At this moment Baela's eyes went wide and her heart sank. ""Lord Lyonel, please. it is vital that I leave this meeting immediately and attend to the matter of my uncle and his.. err.. dragon.""<br/><br/>She looked up cautiously almost expecting the roof to cave in at any moment.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d1/House_Baratheon.PNG""/></div><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Lyonel Baratheon</span></div><br/><div align=""Center"">Inside of the Red Keep</div><br/><br/>Lyonel nodded to two knights of the Kingsguard, who blocked the door. ""Baela, I will not stand for this. Who is this enemy in our city? I will not leave people in danger. All of the Lords Paramount along with other powerful lords are here. Who. Is. It?"""
3878,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=350,2014-12-27T22:14:00,Nuxipal,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Princess Baela and Prince Lucarys Targaryen<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Red Keep, King's Landing</span></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2013/228/0/7/house_targaryen_sigil_by_clockhound-d6igay5.png""/></div><br/><br/>The glare of Baela had silenced the Messenger, ""I cannot say Lord Lyonel. The message is from Vaekar, the Ambassador of Valyria for the Princess Baela. I was trying to convince her to go to the Embassy.."" Shaking her head Baela stood, ""I will leave this meeting. You need to finish this vote and quickly. Westeros needs a ruler."" Outside in the courtyard Caeliphon roared again and it was followed by a thud. At this Baela ran towards the doors and was soon outside. In the courtyard. Tyraxes had already been chained to Caeliphon. But where was...<br/><br/>""Hello Sister."" A voice said from behind her. ""Lucarys, what are you doing here? I was to be on this mission alone. You weren't to follow."" Walking around to face her, Lucarys smiled a sinister smile. ""I was hoping to find out what had been taking so long. Then I heard that you were named Lady of Dragonstone. Even more interesting was that not one, but TWO Usurper Kings have died since your arrival. Did you think they wouldn't catch you? I had to come rescue my little sister from the Usurpers. Where are they, I seek to give them proper thanks for treating you well despite your plots.""<br/><br/>He was in full armor, the sword Blackfyre by his side. He walked towards the door. Baela stood between him and the entryway. ""Brother, please. Now is not the time for this. The Usurpers are squabbling among themselves. If you go in there, everything is lost. We have Dragonstone again. Leave it at that. No blood shed for it, we simply wait out the Usurpers and when I leave their Small Council, I will know how the Kingdoms work and the last of the Valyian colonies will be reclaimed.""<br/><br/><br/>Lucarys laughs, ""All but seven of them. Westeros. The Seven Kingdoms. The Iron Throne. They are all Valyrian colonies. Aegon conquered them in the name of Fire and Blood. We will have them once more."" Knowing he won't see reason Baela sighed, ""If you must go in there, then I guess you will reunite them and stop any chance you have at claiming even ONE of the seven Kingdoms. The Vale is in civil strife. If we wait long enough, it may be ripe for the taking. JUST WAIT. Patience will preserve our cause.""<br/><br/>She knew that any minute now one of the guards would come out to see what was happening. ""Now, when the guards come out you do not call the Baratheons, Usurpers. I've had to learn it, but it helps to be more diplomatic here. There are both diplomats, warriors, and some who are a bit of both. We don't need to make them hate us any more than they already do."""
3879,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=350,2014-12-27T22:26:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nuxipal <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22935706#p22935706"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Princess Baela and Prince Lucarys Targaryen<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Red Keep, King's Landing</span></span><br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2013/228/0/7/house_targaryen_sigil_by_clockhound-d6igay5.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div><br/><br/>The glare of Baela had silenced the Messenger, ""I cannot say Lord Lyonel. The message is from Vaekar, the Ambassador of Valyria for the Princess Baela. I was trying to convince her to go to the Embassy.."" Shaking her head Baela stood, ""I will leave this meeting. You need to finish this vote and quickly. Westeros needs a ruler."" Outside in the courtyard Caeliphon roared again and it was followed by a thud. At this Baela ran towards the doors and was soon outside. In the courtyard. Tyraxes had already been chained to Caeliphon. But where was...<br/><br/>""Hello Sister."" A voice said from behind her. ""Lucarys, what are you doing here? I was to be on this mission alone. You weren't to follow."" Walking around to face her, Lucarys smiled a sinister smile. ""I was hoping to find out what had been taking so long. Then I heard that you were named Lady of Dragonstone. Even more interesting was that not one, but TWO Usurper Kings have died since your arrival. Did you think they wouldn't catch you? I had to come rescue my little sister from the Usurpers. Where are they, I seek to give them proper thanks for treating you well despite your plots.""<br/><br/>He was in full armor, the sword Blackfyre by his side. He walked towards the door. Baela stood between him and the entryway. ""Brother, please. Now is not the time for this. The Usurpers are squabbling among themselves. If you go in there, everything is lost. We have Dragonstone again. Leave it at that. No blood shed for it, we simply wait out the Usurpers and when I leave their Small Council, I will know how the Kingdoms work and the last of the Valyian colonies will be reclaimed.""<br/><br/><br/>Lucarys laughs, ""All but seven of them. Westeros. The Seven Kingdoms. The Iron Throne. They are all Valyrian colonies. Aegon conquered them in the name of Fire and Blood. We will have them once more."" Knowing he won't see reason Baela sighed, ""If you must go in there, then I guess you will reunite them and stop any chance you have at claiming even ONE of the seven Kingdoms. The Vale is in civil strife. If we wait long enough, it may be ripe for the taking. JUST WAIT. Patience will preserve our cause.""<br/><br/>She knew that any minute now one of the guards would come out to see what was happening. ""Now, when the guards come out you do not call the Baratheons, Usurpers. I've had to learn it, but it helps to be more diplomatic here. There are both diplomats, warriors, and some who are a bit of both. We don't need to make them hate us any more than they already do.""</div></blockquote><br/><div align=""Center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d1/House_Baratheon.PNG""/></div><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Lyonel Baratheon</span></div><br/><div align=""Center"">Inside of the Red Keep</div><br/><br/>Lyonel sent a Kingsguard to check what was going on outside. What he was reported back shocked him. He stood up and pulled out Fury. ""My Lords, it seems we have a unexpected visitor. Lucarys Targaryen has arrive in our city."" At his nod, the Seven Knights of the Kinguard stood up and took out their swords."
3880,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=350,2014-12-27T22:39:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Cassana was relieved that the voting was being delayed. The lord paramounts had seemingly gone mad from listening to Lyonel. It never hit her that she could be in danger from being eaten by an actual dragon and so when Lyonel was drawing his sword Cassana walked over to lord Iranassar. ""I don't think I'll be staying in your mansion anymore."" she told the man quietly in the midst of all the commotion."
3881,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=350,2014-12-27T22:45:00,Sebastianbourg,"<blockquote><div><cite>Woodstovia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22935856#p22935856"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Cassana was relieved that the voting was being delayed. The lord paramounts had seemingly gone mad from listening to Lyonel. It never hit her that she could be in danger from being eaten by an actual dragon and so when Lyonel was drawing his sword Cassana walked over to lord Iranassar. ""I don't think I'll be staying in your mansion anymore."" she told the man quietly in the midst of all the commotion.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Sebasion Iranassar</span><br/><br/>Lord Sebasion Iranassar was left perplexed and baffled at the arrival of Lucarys Targaryen. Nevertheless, he realised it could turn into a very ugly situation after he saw the reaction of the Seven Knights of the Kingsguard. In the midst of all the commotion and disruption caused by the arrival of Baela Targaryen's brother Cassana Baratheon approached him (the Master of Whisperers that is) and told him ""I don't think I'll be staying in your mansion anymore.""<br/>""That is up to you, m'lady. I have a constant supply of pleasure-slaves and courtesans in Lys so I won't be overly bothered by your refusal."""
3882,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=350,2014-12-27T22:55:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>""You wanted to use me as a pleasure-slave?"" Cassana asked, shocked by the revelation. ""I-I thought you just wanted to be with me I didn't know you wanted to... Wanted to use me like that. That's kind of disgusting.""<span style=""font-style: italic"">What did you expect?</span>Cassana asked herself. Her mother had told her long ago that most men would only want her for her beauty but Cassana had never really believed it."
3883,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=350,2014-12-27T23:04:00,Sebastianbourg,"<blockquote><div><cite>Woodstovia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22935971#p22935971"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>""You wanted to use me as a pleasure-slave?"" Cassana asked, shocked by the revelation. ""I-I thought you just wanted to be with me I didn't know you wanted to... Wanted to use me like that. That's kind of disgusting."" <span style=""font-style: italic"">What did you expect?</span> Cassana asked herself. Her mother had told her long ago that most men would only want her for her beauty but Cassana had never really believed it.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Sebasion Iranassar</span><br/><br/>Sebasion stood still for a moment while thinking-up a response ""No, I didn't want to use you as a pleasure-slave or as a 'courtesan'; I could have a different girl ten times more beautiful and attractive than you every day for the remainder of my life if I remained in my native Lys. I was just playing a game with you really; you can't imagine how good it feels to seduce little noble girls obsessed with sitting on an ugly chair. Quite frankly, I pursued you out of an odd mixture of boredom and self-proclaimed ego-centrism. I don't think I've fallen in love with you; I certainly find you attractive but I won't have a problem abandoning you now that you've rejected my proposals, offers and advances."""
3884,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=350,2014-12-27T23:11:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Cassana might have been hurt by the man's words if it wasn't so obvious that he was just trying ti hurt her. And when it was that obvious it was very easy to turn on a switch to make yourself stop caring or at least it was for Cassana. She had enough belief in herself to know he was lying. She truly was beautiful after all. ""I didn't completely reject your advances, I might not have wanted to go to your mansion but I still wanted you. I suppose that's out of the question too now. Have fun with your slaves and I'll have fun with lord Tyrell Sebasion."" she told the foreigner."
3885,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=350,2014-12-27T23:18:00,Sebastianbourg,"<blockquote><div><cite>Woodstovia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22936052#p22936052"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Cassana might have been hurt by the man's words if it wasn't so obvious that he was just trying ti hurt her. And when it was that obvious it was very easy to turn on a switch to make yourself stop caring or at least it was for Cassana. She had enough belief in herself to know he was lying. She truly was beautiful after all. ""I didn't completely reject your advances, I might not have wanted to go to your mansion but I still wanted you. I suppose that's out of the question too now. Have fun with your slaves and I'll have fun with lord Tyrell Sebasion."" she told the foreigner.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Sebasion Iranassar</span><br/><br/>Despite the commotion Lord Sebasion Iranassar gazed blankly at Lady Cassana Baratheon as she told him to have fun with 'his slaves' and somehow made a reference to a romantic relationship between her and Lord Tyrell which did not understand completely. He wanted to respond for he knew she only wanted to hurt him in the same way he had uttered hurtful words just moments before. Nevertheless, nothing came to his mind which would perplex and baffle Lady Cassana so he decided to simply embrace and kiss her in the middle of all the ensuing chaos; no-one would see for everyone was either armed with a sword and going in the direction of Lucarys Targaryen or fleeing the room in a hurry to avoid the possible conflict."
3886,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=350,2014-12-27T23:26:00,Toronina,"<div align=""Center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d1/House_Baratheon.PNG""/></div><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Lyonel Baratheon</span></div><br/><div align=""Center"">Inside of the Red Keep</div><br/><br/>Lyonel spoke up to the crowd. ""My Lord, we may have been bickering before, but right now, who is monarch does no matter. There is a man out there, who would quite frankly see us dead. Lucarys Targaryen and his dragon fought against us on the Stepstones. I urge you now, if you can, pick up a sword and send the bastard back to Essos! We are Westeros, and we will not stand down against some idiot boy who thinks the threaten us."" He started walking towards the door. ""It does no matter whether you planned to vote for me or Cassana, or voted for me or Cassana, but I say, follow me if you can, and teach Lucarys a lesson! I say we send him crying back home to his father. Who here agrees!?"" He shouted to them, hoping they would support him."
3887,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=350,2014-12-27T23:30:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Cassana's eyes opened wide as the foreigner suddenly gripped her into a hug and began kissing her. Cassana's eyes moved around to survey the room and see if anybody was watching but they were all distracted.. Nobody was watching... Cassana nearly melted in his embrace and began kissing him back as well as opening her mouth for his tongue. Nobody was watching anyway and besides he was rich and handsome. It was fine as long as it didn't progress beyond kissing right?"
3888,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=350,2014-12-27T23:36:00,Sebastianbourg,"<blockquote><div><cite>Woodstovia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22936187#p22936187"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Cassana's eyes opened wide as the foreigner suddenly gripped her into a hug and began kissing her. Cassana's eyes moved around to survey the room and see if anybody was watching bbut they were all distracted.. Nobody was watching... Cassana nearly melted in his embrace and began kissing him back as well as opening her mouth for his tongue. Nobody was watching anyway and besides he was rich and handsome. It was fine as long as it didn't progress beyond kissing right?</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Sebasion Iranassar</span><br/><br/>Lord Sebasion Iranassar started moving his hands around Cassana Baratheon in a way that would suggest he was interested in something beyond innocent and simple kissing. However, this only lasted for a few moments as he broke the kiss and whispered in Cassana's ear, ""Listen my love, I have a Targaryen bastard to fight but we will continue this later."" Having finished that he walked away and grabbed a sword while intentionally brushing his hand against her chest. Having done that he chanted in King Lyonel's favour.<br/><br/>OOC: I'm transforming this guy from a flamboyant playboy to an acne-ridden thirteen-year-old.<img alt="":p"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_tongue.gif"" title=""Razz""/>"
3889,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=350,2014-12-27T23:57:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Cassana closed her eyes as Sebasion began to touch her.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Maybe it wouldn't be so bad if they did more than just kiss</span>. But then Sebasion broke the embrace and stopped kissing her. She moaned slightly as he stopped and moved to kiss him more but he whispered in her ear and moved to leave. She wasn't too phased by him calling her his love, too distracted by his handsome face. ""Wait,"" she called in a breathy voice ""you're not a warrior; stay here with me."" she pleaded."
3890,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=350,2014-12-28T00:05:00,Sebastianbourg,"<blockquote><div><cite>Woodstovia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22936330#p22936330"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Cassana closed her eyes as Sebasion began to touch her. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Maybe it wouldn't be so bad if they did more than just kiss</span>. But then Sebasion broke the embrace and stopped kissing her. She moaned slightly as he stopped and moved to kiss him more but he whispered in her ear and moved to leave. She wasn't too phased by him calling her his love, too distracted by his handsome face. ""Wait,"" she called in a breathy voice ""you're not a warrior; stay here."" she pleaded.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Sebasion Iranassar</span><br/><br/>Lord Sebasion Iranassar could not resist the temptation when Cassana Baratheon said ""Wait,you're not a warrior; stay here."" and promptly returned to kiss and embrace her while running his hand over to her lower back.<br/>""Yes, my love, I am no warrior but I must fight. There'd be no adventure and the only reason I'm here in Westeros is adventure. I ran away from the mercantile semi-nihilism of the Free Cities (and especially the slave-ridden native-city of mine) and decided to try my luck here in the Seven Kingdoms. I would betray my reasons to come here if I did not fight. I must fight! Or do you have a more thrilling proposal, my dear?"" Sebasion responded."
3891,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=350,2014-12-28T01:03:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Cassana jumped when the foreigner unexpectedly touched her but then softly moaned as they kissed again ""What happened to all those women that are ten times more attractive than me?"" Cassana asked Sebasion in a breathy voice before giggling a little."
3892,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=350,2014-12-28T01:18:00,Sebastianbourg,"<blockquote><div><cite>Woodstovia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22936778#p22936778"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Cassana jumped when the foreigner unexpectedly touched her but then softly moaned as they kissed again ""What happened to all those women that are ten times more attractive than me?"" Cassana asked Sebasion in a breathy voice before giggling a little.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Sebasion Iranassar</span><br/><br/>""What happened to all those women that are ten times more attractive than me?"" Cassana asked<br/>""You see my love, those girls are over there in Lys and they are merely pleasure-slaves while you are here in my arms and are a Westerosi noble."" Lord Sebasion Iranassar responded, ""Besides my love, they are not nearly as beautiful as you; I was simply reacting to the rejection of my offer.""<br/><br/>With that said, Lord Sebasion Iranassar continued to kiss her a rub her lower back."
3893,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=350,2014-12-28T09:49:00,Nuxipal,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Princess Baela and Prince Lucarys Targaryen<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Red Keep, King's Landing</span></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2013/228/0/7/house_targaryen_sigil_by_clockhound-d6igay5.png""/></div><br/><br/>As the two were loudly discussing Lucarys arriving in Kings Landing the Kingsguard, Lyonel and several other Lords came rushing out into the Courtyard with swords drawn. Lucarys saw them first and said, ""Baela, egros!"" Instinctively Baela drew her own sword as her brother drew Blackfyre. She turned around to see the Kingsguard and Lyonel. ""iōragon inkon, Lucarys.""<br/><br/>She stepped forward, ""I told you to stay inside and finish the council. Have you chosen your ruler then Lyonel? I see you have the Kingsguard with you.""<br/><br/>The drawing of swords seems to have stirred the dragons, Tyraxes had turned its attention towards the crowd of men. To anyone looking at it, the two enormous dragons in the stables looked like one giant mass of dragon with four wings and two heads. The chains wouldn't hold either of them down for very long if they were incited to combat and Baela knew that. Lucarys, actually listened to his sister for once and stayed where he was, not advancing on the crowd of noblemen."
3894,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=350,2014-12-28T11:51:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>""That's what I thought."" giggled Cassana before she went back to kissing lord Iranassar. He was a good kisser and Cassana quickly found herself lost in his embrace. She merely wanted to stay there for a while, inside she wasn't angry or desperate anymore; she was at peace. But still she was a maiden and a future queen. She couldn't do anything with him. Cassana broke the embrace and backed away a little ""I'm sorry but, I'm promised to another man. I must preserve my innocence for a little while longer."""
3895,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=350,2014-12-28T12:33:00,Blobovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Lady Lara Lannister and Ser Aedulf Branting</span></span><br/><br/>Lara slapped her hand against her forehead. Here they were, the Westerosi elite, to select the next ruler, which was supposed to be an exciting and dignified event, and instead both sides were bickering like children. Or monkeys. Yes, more like monkeys. Monkey children, she thought. It didn't seem too far fetched in her mind to actually see Cassana and Lyonel start to throw feces at each other any minute now. That was how low the level of debate was according to the lioness.<br/><br/>From Aedulf's point of view it was rather different, but still similar. He had been raised to hold nobles to a higher standard, and to see them as... well, if not living gods, then at least something like saints. To see them argue like this was quite refreshing, it showed that they were normal people too. On the other hand, if it was always like this, Aedulf realized, it was a very good, if still horrid, explanation as to why the seven kingdoms always seemed to be in such a dire state. And people called him stubborn as an ox. They should see this, he thought.<br/><br/>When the kingsguard draw arms, he followed their example. Lara did as well, and took out her own sword Lion's claw. She ordered him to follow her out together with the kingsguard and a few other nobles and guards, all lead by lord Lyonel. Naturally, the knight obeyed. His lady seemed eager to leave the council chamber. Like most Lannisters, she was more for action than idle talk.<br/><br/>Lara chaught a glimpse of lady Cassana and Sebasion Iranassar snogging in the corner. Lord Tyrell would certainly not like that. She decided not to give it anymore attention, no matter how distasteful or unappropriate she found their behaviour given the current situation, but hurried outside to the courtyard with the rest of the noblemen, with Ser Aedulf close by her side.<br/><br/>The sight of the two dragons amazed them both, and they gasped practically in unison.<br/><br/>Beneath the two mighty reptiles stood another pair of dragons. Smaller and human, but just as dangerous. Fire and blood indeed."
3896,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=350,2014-12-28T13:08:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Corlys Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Corlys was beginning to have second thoughts about his opinion of lord Lyonel, they had been arguing quite a lot before Corlys had been sent to Riverrun but Corlys had assumed they'd be able to make up. After seeing how Lyonel acted during the voting he wasn't so sure.<span style=""font-style: italic"">How could he treat one of his own blood like that?</span>He wondered. Lyonel already had Storm's end, he didn't need the iron throne too.<br/><br/>Nevertheless Corlys wasn't exactly enamored with the Targaryen's either and when Lyonel made some stupid little speech he decided to follow along with the crowd, if only to see the dragons. When he left the council chambers he saw a curious lady with golden hair.<span style=""font-style: italic"">What was she doing with the other lords?</span>Corlys walked over to her, still keeping his eyes on the dragons. ""You shouldn't be here my lady."" he whispered to her."
3897,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=350,2014-12-28T13:39:00,Blobovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Lady Lara Lannister</span></span><br/><br/>A whisper made her turn away from the dragons temporarely. It was lady Cassana's twin, Corlys Baratheon, who questioned her presence. On what grounds? Was this young boy truly as misogynist as grumpy old men?<br/><br/>""Excuse me!?"" she whispered back to him and looked right into his eyes. ""Do you happen to know who I am? I have even more right to be here than you, young Ser. I'm not Warden of the West, Master of Coin, and heir to Casterly Rock for no reason, you know. And don't you worry about my safety, I'm fully capable of taking care of myself, and if that's not enough then take a look at my personal bodyguard Ser Aedulf here, the Dothraki giant."" She pointed discretely at Aedulf, who took her words as a compliment, even though he was just half Dothraki.<br/><br/>But a thought struck him. It would be hard to protect her from dragonsfire, although not impossible. However, if the Targaryens so desired they could now in just one blow kill off the leading lords and ladies of the Seven Kingdoms and take the power of Westeros and the Iron Throne for themselves."
3898,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=350,2014-12-28T14:07:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Corlys Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Why hadn't Corlys figured out she was a Lannister? Only Lannisters had hair like that. He suddenly felt quite ashamed to have talked to such a highborn lady like that. ""I'm sorry my lady I didn't mean to offend you."" Corlys said apologetically. The Lannister had seemed to get more angry that he would've expected. ""It's only that the other ladies including my sister have fled or stayed within the council chambers, I thought- well it doesn't really matter what I thought. I'm sorry for doubting you."" Corlys felt a twinge of burning inside of him, it was his pride he realized."
3899,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=350,2014-12-28T15:49:00,Sebastianbourg,"<blockquote><div><cite>Woodstovia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22940012#p22940012"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>""That's what I thought."" giggled Cassana before she went back to kissing lord Iranassar. He was a good kisser and Cassana quickly found herself lost in his embrace. She merely wanted to stay there for a while, inside she wasn't angry or desperate anymore; she was at peace. But still she was a maiden and a future queen. She couldn't do anything with him. Cassana broke the embrace and backed away a little ""I'm sorry but, I'm promised to another man. I must preserve my innocence for a little while longer.""</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Sebasion Iranassar</span><br/><br/>With a single motion Lord Sebasion Iranassar brought Lady Cassana Baratheon up into the air [in other words, he carried her off the ground] and whispered in an almost inaudible tone ""Not for long, my dear. You won't be an innocent maiden for long nor will you be pledged to a man other than the one who is carrying you at this very moment."" With that said, he kissed her one last time (but this time it was very quick and almost passionless) and put her down. ""Now, if you excuse me I have to save face and fight an inbred Targaryen bastard to fight."" Sebasion said upon putting her down forgetting for one moment that he was ethnically-Valyrian and very-possibly related to House Targaryen which was notably fond of incest and the consequent inbreeding."
3900,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=375,2014-12-28T23:28:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Cassana was suddenly overcome by dread and grabbed Sebasion's shoulder quite forcefully, trying to get him to stay. ""You can't leave, Lyonel is out there with all of the kingsguard and Corlys is out there too! He used to protect me when I was little, he protected me from Jaime and Lyonel and the demon out on the beach; but now he's out there and there's nobody to protect<span style=""font-style: italic"">me</span>! You have to stay and be my protector,<span style=""font-style: italic"">please</span>."" It felt undignified to be begging someone like him but Cassana was becoming hysterical and desperate."
3901,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=375,2014-12-28T23:35:00,Sebastianbourg,"<blockquote><div><cite>Woodstovia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22946696#p22946696"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Cassana was suddenly overcome by dread and grabbed Sebasion's shoulder quite forcefully, trying to get him to stay. ""You can't leave, Lyonel is out there with all of the kingsguard and Corlys is out there too! He used to protect me when I was little, he protected me from Jaime and Lyonel and the demon out on the beach; but now he's out there and there's nobody to protect <span style=""font-style: italic"">me</span>! You have to stay and be my protector, <span style=""font-style: italic"">please</span>."" It felt undignified to be begging someone like him but Cassana was becoming hysterical and desperate.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Sebasion Iranassar</span><br/><br/>Upon listening to Lady Cassana Baratheon's words Lord Sebasion Iranassar did not respond and started searching frantically for his sword's scabbard which he found only moments later. Finally, with his swords stored safely in the scabbard attached to his waist he opened his mouth and responded to Lady Cassana's hysterical and desperate pleas. ""Cassana, do not worry; I will stay here with you. No, I will 'evacuate' you."" Having said that, he carried her off the ground and asked her in a soft tone ""Where should we go?"""
3902,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=375,2014-12-28T23:43:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>""My chambers."" Cassana responded immediately, hugging Sebasion tightly for protection. Not realizing that lord Iranassar's offer of evacuation may not be completely wholesome. Sebasion quickly took her to her chambers and once inside Cassana sat on her bed and took a long breathe, calming down. ""Please forget what I said about the demon on the beach,"" Cassana said awkwardly ""people would think I was mad if they heard about... That."""
3903,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=375,2014-12-28T23:52:00,Sebastianbourg,"<blockquote><div><cite>Woodstovia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22946813#p22946813"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>""My chambers."" Cassana responded immediately, hugging Sebasion tightly for protection. Not realizing that lord Iranassar's offer of evacuation may not be completely wholesome. Sebasion quickly took her to her chambers and once inside Cassana sat on her bed and took a long breathe, calming down. ""Please forget what I said about the demon on the beach,"" Cassana said awkwardly ""people would think I was mad if they heard about... That.""</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Sebasion Iranassar</span><br/><br/>For a moment after arriving in Lady Cassana Baratheon's bed-chambers where they were free from the danger of the probable battle occurring somewhere else in the Red Keep there was a very peaceful and serene silence which assisted both the Master of Whisperers, Lord Sebasion Iranassar, and Lady Cassana in relaxing. However, after a few deep breaths Cassana awkwardly said, ""Please forget what I said about the demon on the beach, people would think I was mad if they heard about... That.""<br/>""I gladly will my dear! However, what will we do here? After a while this will get awfully boring."""
3904,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=375,2014-12-29T00:09:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>""After a while,"" Cassana agreed, suddenly realizing that she was alone in her bedchambers with a man whom she'd been kissing and who was obviously attracted to her. ""but we don't have to stay here for too long; just until Lyonel dies or Corlys kills the Targaryens. Start the fire."" Cassana commanded pointing to the fireplace. ""But we can just talk for now, we can play a game I used to play with the servants. I tell you a story and you tell me one. It can be something you heard or happened or whatever but since our lives are so different we'll always talk about different things. It used to be fun but the servants never told good stories. You start"""
3905,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=375,2014-12-29T00:24:00,Sebastianbourg,"<blockquote><div><cite>Woodstovia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22946972#p22946972"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>""After a while,"" Cassana agreed, suddenly realizing that she was alone in her bedchambers with a man whom she'd been kissing and who was obviously attracted to her. ""but we don't have to stay here for too long; just until Lyonel dies or Corlys kills the Targaryens. Start the fire."" Cassana commanded pointing to the fireplace. ""But we can just talk for now, we can play a game I used to play with the servants. I tell you a story and you tell me one. It can be something you heard or happened or whatever but since our lives are so different we'll always talk about different things. It used to be fun but the servants never told good stories. You start""</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Sebasion Iranassar</span><br/><br/>""Let me start the fire first; we'll freeze to death while telling stories!"" Sebasion said as he walked over to the fire place and after a few moments managed to get the fire started. Having done that, Sebasion walked over to the door and verified it was closed. Upon doing that, he sat on Cassana's bed and while stroking her rich, black hair began telling a story of what he saw and what adventures he had during his trip to the Jade Sea which was very important for acceptance into adulthood for the Iranassar ''clansmen''."
3906,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=375,2014-12-29T00:25:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nuxipal <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22939218#p22939218"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Princess Baela and Prince Lucarys Targaryen<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Red Keep, King's Landing</span></span><br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2013/228/0/7/house_targaryen_sigil_by_clockhound-d6igay5.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div><br/><br/>As the two were loudly discussing Lucarys arriving in Kings Landing the Kingsguard, Lyonel and several other Lords came rushing out into the Courtyard with swords drawn. Lucarys saw them first and said, ""Baela, egros!"" Instinctively Baela drew her own sword as her brother drew Blackfyre. She turned around to see the Kingsguard and Lyonel. ""iōragon inkon, Lucarys.""<br/><br/>She stepped forward, ""I told you to stay inside and finish the council. Have you chosen your ruler then Lyonel? I see you have the Kingsguard with you.""<br/><br/>The drawing of swords seems to have stirred the dragons, Tyraxes had turned its attention towards the crowd of men. To anyone looking at it, the two enormous dragons in the stables looked like one giant mass of dragon with four wings and two heads. The chains wouldn't hold either of them down for very long if they were incited to combat and Baela knew that. Lucarys, actually listened to his sister for once and stayed where he was, not advancing on the crowd of noblemen.</div></blockquote><br/><div align=""Center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d1/House_Baratheon.PNG""/></div><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Lyonel Baratheon</span></div><br/><div align=""Center"">Inside of the Red Keep</div><br/><br/>Lyonel told one of the Kingsguard to get the Gold Cloaks, after seeing him run off he turned to the Targaryen's. ""Lucarys, we meet again. What are you doing in King's Landing? Shouldn't you be with your precious Emperor. Why is he here Baela? I do not appeciate this many dragons. And no, we have not decided who is to be monarch, we're more worried about the large dragon right here."" He said to them. The 6 remaining Kingsguard had their swords towards Lucarys, as well as Lyonel, Fury in hand. He was almost sure it had been Tyraxes who had let the flame loose, that had killed Lyonel's father. He scowled at Lucarys.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Brandon Stark</span><br/><br/>Brandon had wanted to know what the commotion was outside. He had one of his servants push him to what was going on, and was shocked what he found. Lucarys Targaryen he presumed. He'd never met the man, but he had heard of him, and he looked very similar to Baela. Brandon was in shock. Why was this man in the city?"
3907,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=375,2014-12-29T00:49:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Cassana stared dreamily into Sebasion's deep blue eyes as he told her the stories of his travels. He idly played with her hair while he talked but she didn't mind. When he was done Cassana thanked him for the story and then desperately wracked her brain trying to think of one. All the stories she knew were sad she realized. She let out a whimper at the realization and tightly hugged Sebasion, deeply disturbed by one she remembered about a queen . ""I was told one once by someone, I don't remember who about a girl who became queen. She was possessed by a demon who made her angry and proud and arrogant. She was mean and the people hated her until eventually after she began purging all the girls with brown hair the people and the nobles decided to kill her. She had one servant who was actually her twin brother but she didn't know, they swapped clothes and he died for her. After it was all done she realized what she had been doing and prayed to the Seven everyday for him to come back to her but he was dead. HOLD ME TIGHTER!"" she cried out suddenly, as tears began to form in her eyes. She could only remember the basic outline of it but the person who had told her was really good at telling stories and it was much more detailed and complex than anything she could tell."
3908,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=375,2014-12-29T01:12:00,Sebastianbourg,"<blockquote><div><cite>Woodstovia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22947264#p22947264"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Cassana stared dreamily into Sebasion's deep blue eyes as he told her the stories of his travels. He idly played with her hair while he talked but she didn't mind. When he was done Cassana thanked him for the story and then desperately wracked her brain trying to think of one. All the stories she knew were sad she realized. She let out a whimper at the realization and tightly hugged Sebasion, deeply disturbed by one she remembered about a queen . ""I was told one once by someone, I don't remember who about a girl who became queen. She was possessed by a demon who made her angry and proud and arrogant. She was mean and the people hated her until eventually after she began purging all the girls with brown hair the people and the nobles decided to kill her. She had one servant who was actually her twin brother but she didn't know, they swapped clothes and he died for her. After it was all done she realized what she had been doing and prayed to the Seven everyday for him to come back to her but he was dead. HOLD ME TIGHTER!"" she cried out suddenly, as tears began to form in her eyes. She could only remember the basic outline of it but the person who had told her was really good at telling stories and it was much more detailed and complex than anything she could tell.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Sebasion Iranassar</span><br/><br/>Sebasion immediately stopped stroking Cassana Baratheon's hair and proceeded to hug and kiss her passionately for a few minutes as she broke down into tears. Finally, he spoke, ""Cassana, get into more comfortable clothes and go to sleep; I promise to protect you. We've heard enough stories and the day has been turbulent and eventful."""
3909,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=375,2014-12-29T01:23:00,Nuxipal,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Princess Baela and Prince Lucarys Targaryen<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Red Keep, King's Landing</span></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2013/228/0/7/house_targaryen_sigil_by_clockhound-d6igay5.png""/></div><br/><br/><br/>Baela looked at Lyonel and said, ""Order the Kingsguard to stand down. A fight now means no one wins. I am sure you already guessed who this man is."" She indicated the silver-gold haired man standing behind her with his Valyrian Steel sword drawn. ""He is my brother, Prince Lucarys Targaryen."" Stepping forward the older sibling pushed aside his hair and spoke, ""So, you have not chosen a King. Then clearly there is but one thing to do. I put my own name forward as a candidate for the Iron Throne my ancestor forged. I had originally come here to see why I hadn't heard from Baela in a month. It is good to see that she is unharmed.""<br/><br/>Unlike Baela, he was direct and had an aura of control around him. His Dragon was paying close attention, meanwhile, Caeliphon was not paying too much attention to what was happening. Baela was unsure as to what she could do at this point. She could not fight or kill her brother. She didn't want to see him burn the nobles assembled here. Perhaps Lucarys would take a vote against him as a means to declare a private war against one of the Seven Kingdoms."
3910,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=375,2014-12-29T01:36:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>""No."" said Cassana Barathon immediately ""It can't be heard that during an attack by the Targaryens I fell asleep. I still need to win the throne and the day isn't over."" Cassana silently wished that he was her servant so he'd do everything she said and didn't have any stupid ideas of his own. Corlys was the only person who wasn't a servant that could take care of her properly. ""Also I suppose you should know, I've promised to marry lord Tyrell."""
3911,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=375,2014-12-29T01:44:00,Sebastianbourg,"<blockquote><div><cite>Woodstovia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22947507#p22947507"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>""No."" said Cassana Barathon immediately ""It can't be heard that during an attack by the Targaryens I fell asleep. I still need to win the throne and the day isn't over."" Cassana silently wished that he was her servant so he'd do everything she said and didn't have any stupid ideas of his own. Corlys was the only person who wasn't a servant that could take care of her properly. ""Also I suppose you should know, I've promised to marry lord Tyrell.""</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Sebasion Iranassar</span><br/><br/>""Darling,"" Lord Sebasion Iranassar began calmly ""'it was merely a recommendation on my part; if you do not want to go to sleep then there is no need to do so. As for Lord Tyrell, I'll have my way...eventually. A few Gold Dragons and a visit from one of my Lysene ''courtesans'' (which are admittedly inferior to you) should make him shut up. For the time being, we can continue to tell stories I suppose.""<br/><br/>Within seconds of saying those words he had kissed her once again and had started a whole new story concerning another travel adventure."
3912,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=375,2014-12-29T01:50:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nuxipal <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22947448#p22947448"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Princess Baela and Prince Lucarys Targaryen<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Red Keep, King's Landing</span></span><br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2013/228/0/7/house_targaryen_sigil_by_clockhound-d6igay5.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div><br/><br/><br/>Baela looked at Lyonel and said, ""Order the Kingsguard to stand down. A fight now means no one wins. I am sure you already guessed who this man is."" She indicated the silver-gold haired man standing behind her with his Valyrian Steel sword drawn. ""He is my brother, Prince Lucarys Targaryen."" Stepping forward the older sibling pushed aside his hair and spoke, ""So, you have not chosen a King. Then clearly there is but one thing to do. I put my own name forward as a candidate for the Iron Throne my ancestor forged. I had originally come here to see why I hadn't heard from Baela in a month. It is good to see that she is unharmed.""<br/><br/>Unlike Baela, he was direct and had an aura of control around him. His Dragon was paying close attention, meanwhile, Caeliphon was not paying too much attention to what was happening. Baela was unsure as to what she could do at this point. She could not fight or kill her brother. She didn't want to see him burn the nobles assembled here. Perhaps Lucarys would take a vote against him as a means to declare a private war against one of the Seven Kingdoms.</div></blockquote><br/><div align=""Center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d1/House_Baratheon.PNG""/></div><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Lyonel Baratheon</span></div><br/><div align=""Center"">Inside of the Red Keep</div><br/><br/>""This man has flown a dragon into our city, for no apparent reason, and you tell me to stand down?. We we're getting close to the end, but this interuption stopped us, and aye, I remember Lucarys Targaryen, I remember seeing my father and many good friends burn to death from his Dragon. The Targaryen's lost their claim to Westeros with Aerys the Mad, and I will not let the Targaryen's have so much power they control Essos and Westeros. I will not bow beneath the man who ravaged the Stepstones, and I will not bow before Baelor Targaryen."" Lyonel said to them. Vorian stepped closer to Lyonel, Dawn in hand. ""Why should we let you have a chance, when if you lose you will burn down the city?"" Lyonel said angrily. ""Tell him to step down Baela and go back to Essos, I am sure I am not the only man who does not Lucarys here."" Lyonel was angry that this Lucarys dared to even come here. If he were a warrior, he'd have ripped Lucarys to pieces.<br/><br/>Lyonel called out to the crowd. ""My Lords, Ladies, Sers and Servants, who among us is willing to bow before Targaryen's again, bow before those who burnt the Stepstones, the family that has a history of madness. It is the lineage of Rhaelle Targaryen and Ormund Baratheon that reigns and is the official line, for 217 years it has been so. Why bow before them and become mere vassal's to New Valyria?!"""
3913,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=375,2014-12-29T10:05:00,Nuxipal,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Princess Baela and Prince Lucarys Targaryen<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Red Keep, King's Landing</span></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2013/228/0/7/house_targaryen_sigil_by_clockhound-d6igay5.png""/></div><br/><br/>""I have no intention of leaving until this vote has concluded now. I have put my name forward and my claim is older and stronger than yours. My claim has more male lineage before its almost wiped out. Remember Usurper. Your line STARTS with a Bastard. Either I become the King of the Seven Kingdoms, or I return to Volantis saying that you raped and murdered Baela when she was sent to negotiate."" He had a wicked smile, ""And everyone at court knows that Uncle Baelor craves for Baela to become his third wife. Now, we can all be civilized folk and vote on this matter in council, or we can stay out here. Have a duel to the death, and all who face me will die.""<br/><br/>Baela stands there quietly. She knows there is nothing to convince Lucarys to leave, and she knows the nobles won't vote for him. Perhaps he could pressure one or two of them, but she knows that it won't get him elected. She looks at Lyonel, both of their blades drawn and shakes her head. ""Lyonel, can I talk to you in private for a moment."""
3914,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=375,2014-12-29T11:06:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Corlys Baratheon</span><br/><br/>""Just let him take part in the vote, it's not like he'll win anyway; and if we don't let him he'll burn us!"" called out Corlys, he was also going to say that if it came to combat he could kill the Targaryen but decided that the man might not take that too well.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>""But I have to be a maiden for our wedding night. Unless we just give him so much wine that he can't stand let alone take me."" said Cassana with a sad smile. ""And if you don't love me enough to want me to be queen I don't know if you love me enough to be worthy of taking my maidenhead."" Cassana said each word softly and gripped Sebasion into a tighter hug when she finished."
3915,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=375,2014-12-29T11:44:00,Sebastianbourg,"<blockquote><div><cite>Woodstovia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22951132#p22951132"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>""But I have to be a maiden for our wedding night. Unless we just give him so much wine that he can't stand let alone take me."" said Cassana with a sad smile. ""And if you don't love me enough to want me to be queen I don't know if you love me enough to be worthy of taking my maidenhead."" Cassana said each word softly and gripped Sebasion into a tighter hug when she finished.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Sebasion Iranassar</span><br/><br/>""My love,"" Sebasion Iranassar as calmly as ever ""we can get rid of Lord Tyrell quite easily; he is only a momentary distraction. As I said, a few Gold Dragons or even a bit too much wine could stop him from bothering us<span style=""font-style: italic"">momentarily</span>; more permanent measures would be taken if needed. It is not Lord Tyrell that bothers me at the moment (although admittedly I find the thought of him being with you alone in a room repulsive); it's that Targaryen bastard who may very well be the next king so long as his dragons don't run wild and turn against him for some reason. You decide my love, it's either now or after Lord Tyrell has made you his (which I doubt I would allow). Tell me! What do you prefer?"""
3916,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=375,2014-12-29T11:58:00,Blobovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Lady Lara Lannister</span></span><br/><br/>Lady Lara knew she shouldn't say it, but she could still not resist it. It was the Lannister family curse.<br/><br/>""Oh, I see, we are back to the nomination phase"", she said loud enough for everyone around to hear, including Lucarys. She continued in a serious tone, even though no one could miss the sarcasm of the spoken words.<br/><br/>""In that case I choose to nominate that random rock over there."" With a solemn gesture with her sword she pointed at a small rock the size of a minor turnip lying in the courtyard.<br/><br/>""I have no doubt that lord Greystone - if we are to name it, and I think we can all agree that kings should have names - will rule these kingdoms just as just and wise as either of you. It is both older and stronger than all of us here. Not even swords are able to kill it, for the gods sake! Furthermore, unlike you -"" she said and looked at Lyonel and Lucarys, ""- its arse won't be tender from sitting on the throne, since it is a stone. Therefor I nominate king Greystone the first of his name.""<br/><br/>Her bodyguard knew better than to outright laugh, but he couldn't hold back a wide smile. Especially not when Lara after Corlys' comment remarked: Don't forget my stone. It's also nominated.""<br/><br/>It was always nice when someone mocked the high lords, especially the selfrighteous Targaryens."
3917,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=375,2014-12-29T12:06:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Cassana's eyes widened as she realized what lord Iranassar was asking. He was basically saying that he was going to have her some time. Cassana suddenly became very scared of the man who was in her room. ""After, after."" Cassana whimpered, drawing away from Sebasion and breaking their embrace."
3918,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=375,2014-12-29T12:22:00,Sebastianbourg,"<blockquote><div><cite>Woodstovia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22951760#p22951760"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Cassana's eyes widened as she realized what lord Iranassar was asking. He was basically saying that he was going to have her some time. Cassana suddenly became very scared of the man who was in her room. ""After, after."" Cassana whimpered, drawing away from Sebasion and breaking their embrace.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Sebasion Iranassar</span><br/><br/>Lord Sebasion Iranassar sensed a sudden change in Cassana Baratheon's behaviour. ""What is it darling?"" he asked ""There is a third answer to the ''questionnaire'' that I didn't mention; you could always say no and reject me outright if that's what you want. Of course, I would not be very pleased but you can still reject me, forget all this and forget about my very existence if you like."" With that said, Sebasion stood up and made his way to the door while awaiting Cassana Baratheon's response."
3919,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=375,2014-12-29T12:42:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>""No,"" Cassana whined ""I don't want you to leave me. I just don't really want to... I don't want to make love to you. I'm sorry. I just want to talk with you and be with you. Please stay."" Cassana's voice was a mixture of whiny and sad but her intentions were innocent."
3920,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=375,2014-12-29T12:57:00,Sebastianbourg,"<blockquote><div><cite>Woodstovia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22952153#p22952153"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>""No,"" Cassana whined ""I don't want you to leave me. I just don't really want to... I don't want to make love to you. I'm sorry. I just want to talk with you and be with you. Please stay."" Cassana's voice was a mixture of whiny and sad but her intentions were innocent.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Sebasion Iranassar</span><br/><br/>Even after hearing Lady Cassana's words (which bothered him due to the tone she had used while saying them) the Master of Whisperers opened the door and walked out only to return moments later saying, ""I suppose I'll stay since talking to you is more pleasant than being burned alive by a Targaryen inbred bastard's dragon! What do you want to talk about it Cassana?"""
3921,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=375,2014-12-29T14:10:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Corlys Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Corlys was happy that the Lannister wasn't angry with him but then started internally cursing her when he couldn't help but to snicker at her suggestion.<span style=""font-style: italic"">The rock would probably be better with people than Lyonel at least.</span><br/><br/>Allowing the Targaryen to be a candidate wasn't exactly a good idea however, Corlys was realizing. The lords would know not to vote for him but Cassana's plan had been to call for combat and Corlys wasn't too sure if he could fight Lucarys. And between Lyonel's champion and Lucarys Corlys would be the only man in the fight to have a normal sword. Didn't house Baratheon have some sort of sword? Fury or something? Corlys would have to ask Lyonel about it later.<br/><br/>""The rock is a very nice rock, lady Lannister but I'm not sure now is the best time for jokes. Especially not when we could be burnt at any moment."" Corlys looked around for a moment. ""I don't suppose anyone knows the rules on whether or not dragons can be used during trial by combat?"""
3922,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=375,2014-12-29T14:27:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Cassana let out a whimper when Sebasion left and then a squeal of delight when he re-entered. Gripping him in another hug. ""I don't know. You haven't been in Westeros for very long and I've been living with the Royal family for all of my life. Surely there's something you'd be curious about? Even just stories about me and Corlys when we were little. I'm sure there's plenty of information the master of whispers could use."""
3923,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=375,2014-12-29T14:34:00,Sebastianbourg,"<blockquote><div><cite>Woodstovia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22953334#p22953334"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Cassana let out a whimper when Sebasion left and then a squeal of delight when he re-entered. Gripping him in another hug. ""I don't know. You haven't been in Westeros for very long and I've been living with the Royal family for all of my life. Surely there's something you'd be curious about? Even just stories about me and Corlys when we were little. I'm sure there's plenty of information the master of whispers could use.""</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Sebasion Iranassar</span><br/><br/>""Well, it's not like this is my first time in Westeros. Yes, I am Essosi and most of my travels and adventures have been in Essos but I am quite knowledgeable of the coastal geography of Westeros (as a merchant's son and later a merchant on my own I mostly concentrated on the ports) along with its literature and history. It would be interesting to know more about the royal court and all the intrigue associated with it which I am sure you are no stranger to. So go on; speak freely and I will listen attentively. As they say in Lys*, ""If you've a lesson to teach me, I'm listening, ready to learn.""<br/><br/>*It's not a real saying in Lys; I just got it from<a class=""postlink"" href=""https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=urSKgrbLqzw"" rel=""nofollow"">this</a>song."
3924,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=375,2014-12-29T15:19:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nuxipal <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22950583#p22950583"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Princess Baela and Prince Lucarys Targaryen<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Red Keep, King's Landing</span></span><br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2013/228/0/7/house_targaryen_sigil_by_clockhound-d6igay5.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div><br/><br/>""I have no intention of leaving until this vote has concluded now. I have put my name forward and my claim is older and stronger than yours. My claim has more male lineage before its almost wiped out. Remember Usurper. Your line STARTS with a Bastard. Either I become the King of the Seven Kingdoms, or I return to Volantis saying that you raped and murdered Baela when she was sent to negotiate."" He had a wicked smile, ""And everyone at court knows that Uncle Baelor craves for Baela to become his third wife. Now, we can all be civilized folk and vote on this matter in council, or we can stay out here. Have a duel to the death, and all who face me will die.""<br/><br/>Baela stands there quietly. She knows there is nothing to convince Lucarys to leave, and she knows the nobles won't vote for him. Perhaps he could pressure one or two of them, but she knows that it won't get him elected. She looks at Lyonel, both of their blades drawn and shakes her head. ""Lyonel, can I talk to you in private for a moment.""</div></blockquote><br/><div align=""Center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d1/House_Baratheon.PNG""/></div><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Lyonel Baratheon</span></div><br/><div align=""Center"">Inside of the Red Keep</div><br/><br/>""My line may start with a bastard, but Orys Baratheon was the first Hand of the King if you remember, and the bastard son of Aerion Targaryen, half brother to Aegon himself. The only reason Aegon conquered Westeros was that he had very very large dragons. Balerion, Meraxes and Vhagar are dead now. Fine, enter this council, but be aware we will kill you if you try to burn down King's Landing. And yes, we can talk privately Baela, though if it's about letting Lucarys win. But first, Vorian!"" Lyonel called out. The Lord Commander stepped up. ""You want to win, you'll have to go through me Dragonspawn. Dawn against Blackfyre!"""
3925,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=400,2014-12-29T15:38:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>""Umm, well let's see..."" Cassana said as she began to think about her childhood, it seemed like there was so much she could talk about but she couldn't really think of anything. ""There are tunnels behind the fireplaces in a lot of rooms, Corlys figured that out after Lyonel's main form of punishment was to lock us in our room together but the tunnels are too vast and dark to use. There might be a map somewhere if you look hard though. I think one time, the grand maestar led a conspiracy to get me crowned; or something like that but Lyonel killed him."" Cassana made a face. ""He also kept drugging me with dreamwine after me and Corlys saw the demon."" Cassana then suddenly began remembering more than she should have and decided to stop. There were some things Sebasion didn't need to know. ""Actually it doesn't really seem like I know much. It doesn't sound like anyone's died though, want to go back?"""
3926,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=400,2014-12-29T15:51:00,Sebastianbourg,"<blockquote><div><cite>Woodstovia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22954191#p22954191"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>""Umm, well let's see..."" Cassana said as she began to think about her childhood, it seemed like there was so much she could talk about but she couldn't really think of anything. ""There are tunnels behind the fireplaces in a lot of rooms, Corlys figured that out after Lyonel's main form of punishment was to lock us in our room together but the tunnels are too vast and dark to use. There might be a map somewhere if you look hard though. I think one time, the grand maestar led a conspiracy to get me crowned; or something like that but Lyonel killed him."" Cassana made a face. ""He also kept drugging me with dreamwine after me and Corlys saw the demon."" Cassana then suddenly began remembering more than she should have and decided to stop. There were some things Sebasion didn't need to know. ""Actually it doesn't really seem like I know much. It doesn't sound like anyone's died though, want to go back?""</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Sebasion Iranassar</span><br/><br/>Lord Sebasion Iranassar sensed a sudden but discreet change in Lady Cassana's attitude which led him to question exactly how much she trusted him but he refrained from mentioning it to her. After a few moments thinking about her sudden change Sebasion's mind shifted to her suggestion to which he responded by saying, ""Why not? Let's go back; perhaps we can save face and know what exactly is happening. In any case, I'd be thrilled to watch a good fight although I'm not so keen on participating in it."" After that, he started making his way to the door and signalled Cassana to do the same."
3927,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=400,2014-12-29T20:53:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Cassana Baratheon nodded, her fear of the Targaryen's had subsided and she hadn't heard or seen anything which would let her believe that they had attacked.<span style=""font-style: italic"">What were they doing out there?</span>Cassana wondered. She and Sebasion quickly made their way back to the council chambers and then outside where Lyonel had gone to meet the Targaryen's. Cassana gasped when she saw the two dragons and walked over to where Corlys was standing, standing slightly behind him and to his left. She was also near lady Lara who had her own sword. ""What's happening?"" she asked, forcing herself to sound powerful and assertive."
3928,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=400,2014-12-29T21:54:00,Sebastianbourg,"<blockquote><div><cite>Woodstovia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22957773#p22957773"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Cassana Baratheon nodded, her fear of the Targaryen's had subsided and she hadn't heard or seen anything which would let her believe that they had attacked. <span style=""font-style: italic"">What were they doing out there?</span> Cassana wondered. She and Sebasion quickly made their way back to the council chambers and then outside where Lyonel had gone to meet the Targaryen's. Cassana gasped when she saw the two dragons and walked over to where Corlys was standing, standing slightly behind him and to his left. She was also near lady Lara who had her own sword. ""What's happening?"" she asked, forcing herself to sound powerful and assertive.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Sebasion Iranassar</span><br/><br/>Lord Sebasion Iranassar followed Cassana to the place she was standing behind her twin-brother Corlys and near Lady Lara Lannister since ''protecting'' her was the only excuse for their absence earlier but also because he wanted to appear dominant yet friendly-enough to Corlys Baratheon. He then asked Corlys Baratheon ""What has happened?"" in a self-assured tone that did not seem to show much interest in the situation only to find his words fall on deaf ears as Cassana asked a nearly-identical question at exactly the same time."
3929,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=400,2014-12-29T23:49:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Corlys Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Corlys turned and smiled at his sister, it was always sort of weird thinking that she look exactly how he did. There surely had to be some differences? He had to look more manly than her right? Corlys was taken out of his thoughts when Cassana asked him about what was going on. ""That guy,"" Corlys gestured to Lucarys. ""Lucarys I think. He's putting himself forward as a candidate for the voting""<br/><br/>""Let him take part, it's not like anyone will vote for him anyway!"" exclaimed Cassana. Corlys smiled at the fact that his sister had the exact same reaction to the situation that he had had. He then turned to see a foreigner who was accompanying her, who had also asked what was going on.<br/><br/>""Not to seem rude but who are you?"" asked Corlys to Sebasion."
3930,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=400,2014-12-30T00:02:00,Sebastianbourg,"<blockquote><div><cite>Woodstovia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22959163#p22959163"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Corlys Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Corlys turned and smiled at his sister, it was always sort of weird thinking that she look exactly how he did. There surely had to be some differences? He had to look more manly than her right? Corlys was taken out of his thoughts when Cassana asked him about what was going on. ""That guy,"" Corlys gestured to Lucarys. ""Lucarys I think. He's putting himself forward as a candidate for the voting""<br/><br/>""Let him take part, it's not like anyone will vote for him anyway!"" exclaimed Cassana. Corlys smiled at the fact that his sister had the exact same reaction to the situation that he had had. He then turned to see a foreigner who was accompanying her, who had also asked what was going on.<br/><br/>""Not to seem rude but who are you?"" asked Corlys to Sebasion.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Sebasion Iranassar</span><br/><br/>Lord Sebasion Iranassar smirked slightly and only for a few moments in response to Corlys Baratheon's (Lady Cassana Baratheon's twin-brother) question. ""Who am I? Sebasion Iranassar, the Master of Whispers."" he began ""I do not think I have been here in King's Landing (or Westeros for that matter) long enough to earn any sobriquets or nicknames but I'll tell you whenever I find out. It's an absolute pleasure to meet you.""<br/><br/>In reality, the way in which the question had been presented offended him slightly and despite his semi-humorous response it was apparent he had been offended albeit slightly."
3931,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=400,2014-12-30T03:52:00,Toronina,"<div align=""Center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d1/House_Baratheon.PNG""/></div><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Lyonel Baratheon</span></div><br/><div align=""Center"">Inside of the Red Keep</div><br/><br/>Lyonel used the distraction of Vorian to sneak back inside, making sure to tell a few lords what he was doing. He rushed back inside the keep. While he hated Cassana, he would not allow harm to come to her, and if Lucarys had men inside the castle, she could be in danger. He also relized his Master of Whisperers was gone. 'Let her wait for a bit, I need to make sure he is safe.' Lyonel thought to himself as he dashed to Lord Iranassar's chambers. He still had a sword out and knocked on the door."
3932,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=400,2014-12-30T08:12:00,Nuxipal,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Princess Baela and Prince Lucarys Targaryen<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Red Keep, King's Landing</span></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2013/228/0/7/house_targaryen_sigil_by_clockhound-d6igay5.png""/></div><br/><br/><br/>""A Kingsguard challenging me to a duel. If I remember right, House Dayne was a loyal Targaryen Supporter during the War against the Usurper. Why would you put your House sword on the line like this against myself? We all know what happens if I win. You die. But what happens if you win? That beautiful dragon over there will enter a blood rage and no one will be safe."" He motions back towards the dragons, Tyraxes, despite the chains had tried to get out into the courtyard proper to see what all the noise was about.<br/><br/>Baela shook her head, ""Lord Commander, you only defend the King and his family. Currently there is no King. Just step aside and allow the vote to commence. I will see to it that my brother does no harm to anyone here should the vote not go his way."" She put her own sword away and grabbed her brother's arm and lowered his whispering to him in Valyrian. He nodded and agreed to whatever she had said to him."
3933,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=400,2014-12-30T13:07:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Corlys Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Corlys smiled brightly at Sebasion and extended his arm for a handshake. ""It's nice to meet you Sebasion."" said Corlys, blissfully unaware of the fact that Sebasion had been offended by the way he had asked his question. Corly's hapiness was broken though when out of the corner of his eye he saw Cassana walking away. He turned and saw that she was walking up to the Targaryens.<span style=""font-style: italic"">What the hell did she think she was doing?</span>Cassana had made her way to the front of the crowd so that she was in front of the Targaryens and Corlys quickly walked up next to her. Trying to appear confident when he wanted to grab her and run.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Cassana was trying to appear confident and powerful as she stood in front of the Targaryens and their dragons. ""In his arrogance Lyonel named himself as king regent so the lord commander does have to follow his orders and try to protect him, though I don't know why Lyonel thinks killing you will save himself. That said I am also considered a member of the royal family. Lord commander Vorian stand down!"" Cassana commanded, Vorian looked at her for a second and then sheathed his sword; grumbling. ""I am Cassana Baratheon future queen of the seven kingdoms and I would like to welcome you to King's Landing, and in the interest of fairness I would allow you to put yourself forward as a candidate. It's a pleasure to meet you prince Lucarys."" Cassana curtsied as a show of respect."
3934,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=400,2014-12-30T15:42:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nuxipal <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22961364#p22961364"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Princess Baela and Prince Lucarys Targaryen<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Red Keep, King's Landing</span></span><br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2013/228/0/7/house_targaryen_sigil_by_clockhound-d6igay5.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div><br/><br/><br/>""A Kingsguard challenging me to a duel. If I remember right, House Dayne was a loyal Targaryen Supporter during the War against the Usurper. Why would you put your House sword on the line like this against myself? We all know what happens if I win. You die. But what happens if you win? That beautiful dragon over there will enter a blood rage and no one will be safe."" He motions back towards the dragons, Tyraxes, despite the chains had tried to get out into the courtyard proper to see what all the noise was about. <br/><br/>Baela shook her head, ""Lord Commander, you only defend the King and his family. Currently there is no King. Just step aside and allow the vote to commence. I will see to it that my brother does no harm to anyone here should the vote not go his way."" She put her own sword away and grabbed her brother's arm and lowered his whispering to him in Valyrian. He nodded and agreed to whatever she had said to him.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ser Vorian Dayne, Lord Commander of the Kingsguard</span><br/><br/>""My ancestor's made a mistake being supporters of your ancestors Targaryen. I don't mean a fight to the death, although I'd love to chop you in half. If I win, you yield, you go back to New Valyria and leave in peace. If you win, then I'll allow you go to into the Red Keep."" He looked over at Baela. ""Quiet Targaryen, we all know Targaryen's love to lie. Why should I believe your word? You heard him, if he doesn't win, he'll go back and get more dragons to burn down King's Landing."" He turned back to Lucarys. ""Unless you are a coward, fight me, sword against sword, without your dragon. Every man here likely lost a relative or friend on the Stepstones, and you expect us to gravel at your feet? Face me with pride, with courage, with honor, if they exist for you.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lyonel Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Lyonel saw the room as empty. 'He must have gone outside. I hope to the Seven he has Cassana.' He thought to himself as he rushed back outside. He managed to get back to the doors and saw his distraction had worked. He still had his sword out, and began looking for Cassana.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Brandon Stark</span><br/><br/>Brandon was sorely tempted to leave King's Landing, and proclaim himself King in the North, but he didn't. He decided to try to relive the situation. ""Lord Commander Dayne, please, let our guest inside, so long as he promises by whatever god he worships that he will not cause trouble if he loses. Be it by Weirwood, Sept, Fire or whatever, let his gods judge him."""
3935,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=400,2014-12-30T16:11:00,Sebastianbourg,"<blockquote><div><cite>Toronina <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22965737#p22965737"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Nuxipal <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22961364#p22961364"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Princess Baela and Prince Lucarys Targaryen<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Red Keep, King's Landing</span></span><br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2013/228/0/7/house_targaryen_sigil_by_clockhound-d6igay5.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div><br/><br/><br/>""A Kingsguard challenging me to a duel. If I remember right, House Dayne was a loyal Targaryen Supporter during the War against the Usurper. Why would you put your House sword on the line like this against myself? We all know what happens if I win. You die. But what happens if you win? That beautiful dragon over there will enter a blood rage and no one will be safe."" He motions back towards the dragons, Tyraxes, despite the chains had tried to get out into the courtyard proper to see what all the noise was about. <br/><br/>Baela shook her head, ""Lord Commander, you only defend the King and his family. Currently there is no King. Just step aside and allow the vote to commence. I will see to it that my brother does no harm to anyone here should the vote not go his way."" She put her own sword away and grabbed her brother's arm and lowered his whispering to him in Valyrian. He nodded and agreed to whatever she had said to him.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ser Vorian Dayne, Lord Commander of the Kingsguard</span><br/><br/>""My ancestor's made a mistake being supporters of your ancestors Targaryen. I don't mean a fight to the death, although I'd love to chop you in half. If I win, you yield, you go back to New Valyria and leave in peace. If you win, then I'll allow you go to into the Red Keep."" He looked over at Baela. ""Quiet Targaryen, we all know Targaryen's love to lie. Why should I believe your word? You heard him, if he doesn't win, he'll go back and get more dragons to burn down King's Landing."" He turned back to Lucarys. ""Unless you are a coward, fight me, sword against sword, without your dragon. Every man here likely lost a relative or friend on the Stepstones, and you expect us to gravel at your feet? Face me with pride, with courage, with honor, if they exist for you.""</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Sebasion Iranassar</span><br/><br/>Lord Sebasion Iranassar quickly made his way to the area where Corlys and Cassana Baratheon stood along with the Lord Commander of the Kingsguard, Ser Vorian Dayne, in a final attempt to avoid a potentially-dangerous fight between the Lord Commander and [Prince] Lucarys Targaryen. ""Gentlemen,"" he began ""it is in our best interests to solve this issue peacefully; I implore you to change your minds and reconsider the damaging effect such a battle between you two would have. Of course, you are entitled to fight according to the laws of this realm but please consider the consequences.""<br/><br/>Having uttered those words, he stood in a very dignified manner while internally considering the similarities between his accent and that of Lucarys Targaryen not to mention the slight similarities in their appearance due to Sebasion's hair colour and deep-blue eyes."
3936,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=400,2014-12-30T20:09:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Sebastianbourg <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22966043#p22966043"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Toronina <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22965737#p22965737"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ser Vorian Dayne, Lord Commander of the Kingsguard</span><br/><br/>""My ancestor's made a mistake being supporters of your ancestors Targaryen. I don't mean a fight to the death, although I'd love to chop you in half. If I win, you yield, you go back to New Valyria and leave in peace. If you win, then I'll allow you go to into the Red Keep."" He looked over at Baela. ""Quiet Targaryen, we all know Targaryen's love to lie. Why should I believe your word? You heard him, if he doesn't win, he'll go back and get more dragons to burn down King's Landing."" He turned back to Lucarys. ""Unless you are a coward, fight me, sword against sword, without your dragon. Every man here likely lost a relative or friend on the Stepstones, and you expect us to gravel at your feet? Face me with pride, with courage, with honor, if they exist for you.""</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Sebasion Iranassar</span><br/><br/>Lord Sebasion Iranassar quickly made his way to the area where Corlys and Cassana Baratheon stood along with the Lord Commander of the Kingsguard, Ser Vorian Dayne, in a final attempt to avoid a potentially-dangerous fight between the Lord Commander and [Prince] Lucarys Targaryen. ""Gentlemen,"" he began ""it is in our best interests to solve this issue peacefully; I implore you to change your minds and reconsider the damaging effect such a battle between you two would have. Of course, you are entitled to fight according to the laws of this realm but please consider the consequences."" <br/><br/>Having uttered those words, he stood in a very dignified manner while internally considering the similarities between his accent and that of Lucarys Targaryen not to mention the slight similarities in their appearance due to Sebasion's hair colour and deep-blue eyes.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Brandon Stark</span><br/><br/>'The man may not be Westerosi but he has a point."" Brandon thought. ""Aye, listen to the Essosi. Ser Vorian, Prince Lucarys, stop the madness. Why can't you Targaryen, just leave us in peace, and you Dayne, stop trying to cause a fight.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lyonel Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Lyonel heard what his Master of Whisperers said. ""Lord Iranassar, are you fool or craven? Do you mean to run when Lucarys loses, do you mean to support him? He'll burn down the city if he loses and you say we should leave him and his dragon here?"" Lyonel was not happy.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Vorian Dayne</span><br/><br/>Vorian ignored the Lyseni, keeping Dawn pointed at Lucarys."
3937,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=400,2014-12-30T21:35:00,Sebastianbourg,"<blockquote><div><cite>Toronina <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22968661#p22968661"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lyonel Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Lyonel heard what his Master of Whisperers said. ""Lord Iranassar, are you fool or craven? Do you mean to run when Lucarys loses, do you mean to support him? He'll burn down the city if he loses and you say we should leave him and his dragon here?"" Lyonel was not happy.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Sebasion Iranassar</span><br/><br/>Lord Sebasion Iranassar was furious at King Lyonel's words but he had to remain calm in view of the situation; in effect, he was the only sane man there with no overwhelming emotional reasons to favour either faction. ""Your Grace, I haven't told him to remain here in King's Landing with his dragons. Now, I ask you,"" Sebasion started speaking faster and faster with each word that left his mouth ""I ask you, the King of the Andals and the First Men, Lord of the Seven Kingdoms and Protector of the Realm, what do you suggest instead? Should we fight this man, defeat him and have him destroy this realm from its capital-city or negotiate with him? Too often men brilliant men are foolish and accuse the diplomats of being cowards when in reality they have no option but negotiation and diplomacy. Sire, these men have a legally-enshrined right to fight but let them know the consequences of such a fight. In the same way, I have a right to call out their foolishness. I ask you one again sire, what alternatives do you propose? The outcome of this combat would be insignificant; Lucarys Targaryen would burn down King's Landing if he lost and name himself king if he won. Tell me sire, what option do we have besides diplomacy?"" Sebasion stopped speaking and struggled to hide the fact that he was breathless having been practically unable to breathe during his long response to King Lyonel's accusation of foolishness and/or cravenness.<br/><br/>Everything from his choice of words to his intonation of them made it apparent that Sebasion Iranassar was offended beyond imagination."
3938,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=400,2014-12-30T21:41:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Even if everyone had ignored her comments towards the Targaryens Cassana was smiling now. Lyonel was appearing like an idiot, Cassana turned towards Lyonel and smiled at him. ""Lord Iranassar weren't you arguing<span style=""font-style: italic"">for</span>placing lord Lyonel on the throne. And correct me if I'm wrong but didn't you say that one of the advantages of crowning Lyonel would be his diplomatic abilities and his way of handling our relationship with New Valyria? What do you think now?"" she then turned to lord Stark ""You too lord Stark, you told us that it would be good to sit Lyonel on the throne, you said he'd sort out our arguments with New Valyria through diplomacy. Demanding a fight doesn't seem too diplomatic compared to what I offered."""
3939,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=400,2014-12-30T21:58:00,Sebastianbourg,"<blockquote><div><cite>Woodstovia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22969842#p22969842"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Even if everyone had ignored her comments towards the Targaryens Cassana was smiling now. Lyonel was appearing like an idiot, Cassana turned towards Lyonel and smiled at him. ""Lord Iranassar weren't you arguing <span style=""font-style: italic"">for</span> placing lord Lyonel on the throne. And correct me if I'm wrong but didn't you say that one of the advantages of crowning Lyonel would be his diplomatic abilities and his way of handling our relationship with New Valyria? What do you think now?"" she then turned to lord Stark ""You too lord Stark, you told us that it would be good to sit Lyonel on the throne, you said he'd sort out our arguments with New Valyria through diplomacy. Demanding a fight doesn't seem too diplomatic compared to what I offered.""</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Sebasion Iranassar</span><br/><br/>Lord Sebasion Iranassar stood silent for a moment thinking of a tasteful but slightly apolitical way to respond to Cassana Baratheon's question. ""Lady Cassana Baratheon,"" he began ""I do not believe it is the appropriate time to discuss such matters considering there is a man amongst us capable of burning this city and all its inhabitants to the ground. One would imagine I am not very pleased at being accused of foolishness and cravenness but the only thing we must consider at this particular moment is not the conclave being held to elect a king; it is dealing with<span style=""font-style: italic"">this</span>mess."""
3940,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=400,2014-12-31T00:21:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Sebastianbourg <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22969774#p22969774"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Toronina <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22968661#p22968661"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lyonel Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Lyonel heard what his Master of Whisperers said. ""Lord Iranassar, are you fool or craven? Do you mean to run when Lucarys loses, do you mean to support him? He'll burn down the city if he loses and you say we should leave him and his dragon here?"" Lyonel was not happy.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Sebasion Iranassar</span><br/><br/>Lord Sebasion Iranassar was furious at King Lyonel's words but he had to remain calm in view of the situation; in effect, he was the only sane man there with no overwhelming emotional reasons to favour either faction. ""Your Grace, I haven't told him to remain here in King's Landing with his dragons. Now, I ask you,"" Sebasion started speaking faster and faster with each word that left his mouth ""I ask you, the King of the Andals and the First Men, Lord of the Seven Kingdoms and Protector of the Realm, what do you suggest instead? Should we fight this man, defeat him and have him destroy this realm from its capital-city or negotiate with him? Too often men brilliant men are foolish and accuse the diplomats of being cowards when in reality they have no option but negotiation and diplomacy. Sire, these men have a legally-enshrined right to fight but let them know the consequences of such a fight. In the same way, I have a right to call out their foolishness. I ask you one again sire, what alternatives do you propose? The outcome of this combat would be insignificant; Lucarys Targaryen would burn down King's Landing if he lost and name himself king if he won. Tell me sire, what option do we have besides diplomacy?"" Sebasion stopped speaking and struggled to hide the fact that he was breathless having been practically unable to breathe during his long response to King Lyonel's accusation of foolishness and/or cravenness.<br/><br/>Everything from his choice of words to his intonation of them made it apparent that Sebasion Iranassar was offended beyond imagination.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lyonel Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Lyonel was beyond furious. ""You forget how many men here are Westerosi. You want to do diplomacy with him? You want me to negotiate with the man who likely killed my own father. You said to resolve this peacefully. I've learnt that peace is not an option sometimes. Kings are mocked, for going to war and for staying at home. You suggest diplomacy?"" Lyonel stared at him coldly. ""He has threatened to have the entire power of New Valyria against us, and you argue for peace Lord Iranassar? I risked the displeasure of many a lord by appointing you to my Small Council, and you want peace. Let me tell you now, the only peace you'll get with Lucarys is him being king, otherwise, he'll chuck a tantrum and fly back to New Valyria, and what do we do then Lord Iranassar? Do we bend our knees to the Dragon's once more? There was a reason we got rid of them. Do we let him burn down the city? Where does any action get us? Why let him be Lord Iranassar? He has threatened to burn the city, and you suggest diplomacy. I suspect many a man here has a grudge against Lucarys. Why let him even enter the discussion and risk wide scale rebellions? And you call me king, do you think if there wasn't another sane candidate I'd want to be king? On one hand, you have a man who has killed many with his dragon, and on the other, my cousin, who has a particular favorite pastime of making up lies so she can get what she want's. I thought you'd realise by now I need to be king, but I don't want to.<br/><br/>What use will negotiation get us, how do we even know he is a godly man? He's already made his plans clear in case he doesn't win, and I think we should teach the man a lesson. He has not just threatened me, he's threatened the city. He's threatened the lives of every trader, guard, smallfolk, every man, child and woman in King's Landing, and you think he'll agree to leave if things don't go his way?"" Lyonel stopped to catch his breath. He kept his stare at Lord Iranassar. ""Do you think a Targaryen will care if the city burns, if the fire reaches the Alchemist's guild, and set's off the wildfire? He's made it plain he doesn't care, and so Lord Iranassar, I ask you why we should negotiate, convince me and I will, though you will have a hard time.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Brandon Stark</span><br/><br/>Brandon was considering the King in the North option more. Three candidates, one as stubborn as one can be, one who care's nothing for the lives of people but his own, and one who has been accused of doing it for the money, but could be a sweet innocent girl. None were really suited to sit their asses on that throne, but it seemed Lyonel was the best candidate. 'More like best of the worst.' He thought to himself. ""Lord Lyonel, I have no doubt Prince Lucarys would not lie in front of his gods. It is a strange world where a crippled Lord must vouch for a Dragon Rider but it's the world we live in. Let him come, but let him send his dragon away, so he can not make good on his promises, likely a act which he regrets. Let him be a candidate, though I do not plan to vote for him."""
3941,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=400,2014-12-31T00:32:00,Sebastianbourg,"<blockquote><div><cite>Toronina <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22971052#p22971052"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lyonel Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Lyonel was beyond furious. ""You forget how many men here are Westerosi. You want to do diplomacy with him? You want me to negotiate with the man who likely killed my own father. You said to resolve this peacefully. I've learnt that peace is not an option sometimes. Kings are mocked, for going to war and for staying at home. You suggest diplomacy?"" Lyonel stared at him coldly. ""He has threatened to have the entire power of New Valyria against us, and you argue for peace Lord Iranassar? I risked the displeasure of many a lord by appointing you to my Small Council, and you want peace. Let me tell you now, the only peace you'll get with Lucarys is him being king, otherwise, he'll chuck a tantrum and fly back to New Valyria, and what do we do then Lord Iranassar? Do we bend our knees to the Dragon's once more? There was a reason we got rid of them. Do we let him burn down the city? Where does any action get us? Why let him be Lord Iranassar? He has threatened to burn the city, and you suggest diplomacy. I suspect many a man here has a grudge against Lucarys. Why let him even enter the discussion and risk wide scale rebellions? And you call me king, do you think if there wasn't another sane candidate I'd want to be king? On one hand, you have a man who has killed many with his dragon, and on the other, my cousin, who has a particular favorite pastime of making up lies so she can get what she want's. I thought you'd realise by now I need to be king, but I don't want to.<br/><br/>What use will negotiation get us, how do we even know he is a godly man? He's already made his plans clear in case he doesn't win, and I think we should teach the man a lesson. He has not just threatened me, he's threatened the city. He's threatened the lives of every trader, guard, smallfolk, every man, child and woman in King's Landing, and you think he'll agree to leave if things don't go his way?"" Lyonel stopped to catch his breath. He kept his stare at Lord Iranassar. ""Do you think a Targaryen will care if the city burns, if the fire reaches the Alchemist's guild, and set's off the wildfire? He's made it plain he doesn't care, and so Lord Iranassar, I ask you why we should negotiate, convince me and I will, though you will have a hard time.""</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Sebasion Iranassar</span><br/>""Your Grace, what you seem to have forgotten is that I solely recommended against any fighting; I made it very clear to the men involved they could fight if they wanted to but they should be aware of the possible consequences. The reason I recommended against any fighting is that I don't want to see this city burn along with its inhabitants to the ground. A fight will either result in that scenario or in this man proclaiming himself King of Westeros. If you have thought-up any possible ways to combat this man please do share them with us...in private if you consider it more appropriate."""
3942,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=400,2014-12-31T00:52:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Sebastianbourg <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22971146#p22971146"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Toronina <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22971052#p22971052"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lyonel Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Lyonel was beyond furious. ""You forget how many men here are Westerosi. You want to do diplomacy with him? You want me to negotiate with the man who likely killed my own father. You said to resolve this peacefully. I've learnt that peace is not an option sometimes. Kings are mocked, for going to war and for staying at home. You suggest diplomacy?"" Lyonel stared at him coldly. ""He has threatened to have the entire power of New Valyria against us, and you argue for peace Lord Iranassar? I risked the displeasure of many a lord by appointing you to my Small Council, and you want peace. Let me tell you now, the only peace you'll get with Lucarys is him being king, otherwise, he'll chuck a tantrum and fly back to New Valyria, and what do we do then Lord Iranassar? Do we bend our knees to the Dragon's once more? There was a reason we got rid of them. Do we let him burn down the city? Where does any action get us? Why let him be Lord Iranassar? He has threatened to burn the city, and you suggest diplomacy. I suspect many a man here has a grudge against Lucarys. Why let him even enter the discussion and risk wide scale rebellions? And you call me king, do you think if there wasn't another sane candidate I'd want to be king? On one hand, you have a man who has killed many with his dragon, and on the other, my cousin, who has a particular favorite pastime of making up lies so she can get what she want's. I thought you'd realise by now I need to be king, but I don't want to.<br/><br/>What use will negotiation get us, how do we even know he is a godly man? He's already made his plans clear in case he doesn't win, and I think we should teach the man a lesson. He has not just threatened me, he's threatened the city. He's threatened the lives of every trader, guard, smallfolk, every man, child and woman in King's Landing, and you think he'll agree to leave if things don't go his way?"" Lyonel stopped to catch his breath. He kept his stare at Lord Iranassar. ""Do you think a Targaryen will care if the city burns, if the fire reaches the Alchemist's guild, and set's off the wildfire? He's made it plain he doesn't care, and so Lord Iranassar, I ask you why we should negotiate, convince me and I will, though you will have a hard time.""</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Sebasion Iranassar</span><br/>""Your Grace, what you seem to have forgotten is that I solely recommended against any fighting; I made it very clear to the men involved they could fight if they wanted to but they should be aware of the possible consequences. The reason I recommended against any fighting is that I don't want to see this city burn along with its inhabitants to the ground. A fight will either result in that scenario or in this man proclaiming himself King of Westeros. If you have thought-up any possible ways to combat this man please do share them with us...in private if you consider it more appropriate.""</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lyonel Baratheon</span><br/><br/>""Then we are damned no matter what. Let him negotiate, and you know what he'll demand, and if we don't let him, he'll burn down the city. Fight him, and he'll burn down the city. Tell me, what in the name of the Father do we do?"""
3943,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=400,2014-12-31T01:02:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>""We're not negotiating about anything."" Cassana interjected, now annoyed that everyone was ignoring her. ""Let him take part in the voting, then he won't burn the city down and when he demands... What he demands. He'll have to compete in a fair vote and so if he loses he'll not have any excuses. Why are you so difficult Lyonel? We don't have to fight him or listen to his threats, treat him like any other lord and he'll be content."""
3944,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=400,2014-12-31T01:47:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Woodstovia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=22971400#p22971400"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>""We're not negotiating about anything."" Cassana interjected, now annoyed that everyone was ignoring her. ""Let him take part in the voting, then he won't burn the city down and when he demands... What he demands. He'll have to compete in a fair vote and so if he loses he'll not have any excuses. Why are you so difficult Lyonel? We don't have to fight him or listen to his threats, treat him like any other lord and he'll be content.""</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lyonel Baratheon</span><br/><br/>""Did you even listen to him Cassana. He said that if he loses the vote, he'll burn down the city. It seems no matter what we do, we're damned."""
3945,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=400,2014-12-31T11:38:00,Blobovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Lady Lara Lannister</span></span><br/><br/>Lara responded to Corlys' comment with a smile and a shrug. It was rarely the right time for jokes.<br/><br/>She acknowledged Cassana's and Sebasion's presence and greeted them with a formal nod, and then tried to think out a way to solve their situation. Lyonel had proved that what Cassana had said about him wasn't completely false, he was a foolishly stubborn man, but that didn't make her a better candidate. Worse than them both was however the New Valyrian prince. He would never have her vote. The northmen wold stop worshipping their trees before that happened.<br/><br/>She almost felt tempted to put herself up as a candidate, but no. House Lannister had no claim to the throne. Queen Cersei, king Joffrey, and king Tommen all counted as Baratheons due to Cersei's marriage with king Robert. Besides, her family worked best in the background, near the throne, but not on it. That's how it always had been. No need to change that, at least not yet.<br/><br/>Speaking of northmen, was it possible that lord Brandon Stark was better suited to be king? He too had a distant claim, due to his house once being kings in the North, but also by being a relative to Rhaegar Targaryen's bride Lyanna Stark. A weak claim perhaps, but still a claim. And even though Brandon was a cripple, he was likely to be the regent who sat the least on his arse doing nothing.<br/><br/>However, since she had just nominated that rock any new proposal ffom her would be seen as a joke as well. Even if it was true that ""Lord Greystone"" had just as much brain as any of the men in front of her.<br/><br/>""I need you to be ready"", she whispered to Ser Aedulf and leaned slightly on his shoulder. She didn't think anyone else heard. ""I'm not sure what happens next. It could be anything.""<br/>""Aye, mylady. I'm ready"", was his short response. He delibretely chose the finer way of addressing her.<br/><br/>Lara took a step forward and held Lion's Claw straight up in the air, both to call attention and to show that she didn't intend to attack anyone. Aedulf was right behind her. She lowered her sword slowly and spoke up. Time to end this circus.<br/><br/>""Ladies and gentlemen, we seem to have reached a deadlock. Both parties have locked their positions. Perhaps only a neutral part is able to make us all come to an agreement."" She pointed with her whole hand at Baela.<br/><br/>""Princess Baela. You have a boot in every camp, and risk to loose whoever wins. Therefor I see you as the truly most neutral among us. What is your suggestion?"
3946,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=400,2015-01-03T18:51:00,Nuxipal,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Prince Lucarys Targaryen<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Red Keep, King's Landing</span></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2013/228/0/7/house_targaryen_sigil_by_clockhound-d6igay5.png""/></div><br/><br/>""Dayne, your family should have stayed by the sides of my ancestors a bit longer. We are more powerful now than ever before. I don't fight except for the honor of my house and the glory of Valyria. However, you elect me your King. I will bring a new golden age to Westeros. To the far west there are new lands and new enemies to conquer. The Ironborn have long said they were half first men, half andal. I say they are liars. Their drowned god and their storm god are worshiped far to the west. I have seen it with my own eyes. We will bring them to heel. House Targaryen of Westeros will be separate from House Targaryen of Essos. I will even change our sigil to reflect it if you wish. I am inheriting a single castle in Volantis from my father. Baela will inherit nothing. Give me the throne and I will give you dragons again.""<br/><br/>He puts his sword away while staring at Lord Commander Dayne, ""If you still wish to strike at me Ser, then do it. The Fourteen Flames will reap what you sow. However, you stand aside and the fury of my ancestors remains sheathed.""<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Princess Baela Targaryen<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Red Keep, King's Landing</span></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2013/228/0/7/house_targaryen_sigil_by_clockhound-d6igay5.png""/></div><br/><br/>Baela had stolen away from her brother momentarily, trying to get to talk to Lyonel, instead Lady Lara had gotten to her. Upon asking her suggestion she shrugs, ""No matter what, I win. If my brother becomes King, I am a Princess in two nations and hold Dragonstone. If Lyonel Wins, I hold Dragonstone. If Cassana wins, I hold Dragonstone. No matter what, I hold Dragonstone and am a Princess in at least one of the two major nations of the world. My Brother would be a fair King, a bit rough around the edges, but the Baratheons are no stranger to Kings who are a bit rough around the edges. Lyonel would be a great King, however then comes the question of who is to be the Lord of the Stormlands? Does he go with his second son or with Corlys? Cassana removes that question, Lyonel would be Lord of the Stormlands and her Hand if she is smart. In all three scenarios, I can see Lyonel as either King or Hand. Cassana as either Queen, or a prominent member of court until her castle is completed. The only one who really gains anything is my brother. Name him King and he forsakes his place in the Valyrian court and becomes the King of Westeros. Just putting his name forward here could ruin his reputation in Volantis.""<br/><br/>She holds back, ""Let a vote commence here and now. All the Lords Paramount are here or nearby. Bring us together in the courtyard and vote beneath the skies so the all the gods can watch and none can hide from their gaze. Let our true intentions be made here and now. Should my brother not win, I will see to it that he does the city no harm. I stake Dragonstone on it. Should he set fire to the city I name Corlys Baratheon as the Lord of Dragonstone instead of myself.""<br/><br/><br/>This last bit had her brother look to her. She had only come to Westeros to gain Dragonstone, now she was willing to risk it to stop him from burning the city that the Usurper had taken from them."
3947,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=400,2015-01-05T00:43:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nuxipal <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=23016331#p23016331"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Prince Lucarys Targaryen<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Red Keep, King's Landing</span></span><br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2013/228/0/7/house_targaryen_sigil_by_clockhound-d6igay5.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div><br/><br/>""Dayne, your family should have stayed by the sides of my ancestors a bit longer. We are more powerful now than ever before. I don't fight except for the honor of my house and the glory of Valyria. However, you elect me your King. I will bring a new golden age to Westeros. To the far west there are new lands and new enemies to conquer. The Ironborn have long said they were half first men, half andal. I say they are liars. Their drowned god and their storm god are worshiped far to the west. I have seen it with my own eyes. We will bring them to heel. House Targaryen of Westeros will be separate from House Targaryen of Essos. I will even change our sigil to reflect it if you wish. I am inheriting a single castle in Volantis from my father. Baela will inherit nothing. Give me the throne and I will give you dragons again.""<br/><br/>He puts his sword away while staring at Lord Commander Dayne, ""If you still wish to strike at me Ser, then do it. The Fourteen Flames will reap what you sow. However, you stand aside and the fury of my ancestors remains sheathed.""<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Princess Baela Targaryen<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Red Keep, King's Landing</span></span><br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2013/228/0/7/house_targaryen_sigil_by_clockhound-d6igay5.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div><br/><br/>Baela had stolen away from her brother momentarily, trying to get to talk to Lyonel, instead Lady Lara had gotten to her. Upon asking her suggestion she shrugs, ""No matter what, I win. If my brother becomes King, I am a Princess in two nations and hold Dragonstone. If Lyonel Wins, I hold Dragonstone. If Cassana wins, I hold Dragonstone. No matter what, I hold Dragonstone and am a Princess in at least one of the two major nations of the world. My Brother would be a fair King, a bit rough around the edges, but the Baratheons are no stranger to Kings who are a bit rough around the edges. Lyonel would be a great King, however then comes the question of who is to be the Lord of the Stormlands? Does he go with his second son or with Corlys? Cassana removes that question, Lyonel would be Lord of the Stormlands and her Hand if she is smart. In all three scenarios, I can see Lyonel as either King or Hand. Cassana as either Queen, or a prominent member of court until her castle is completed. The only one who really gains anything is my brother. Name him King and he forsakes his place in the Valyrian court and becomes the King of Westeros. Just putting his name forward here could ruin his reputation in Volantis.""<br/><br/>She holds back, ""Let a vote commence here and now. All the Lords Paramount are here or nearby. Bring us together in the courtyard and vote beneath the skies so the all the gods can watch and none can hide from their gaze. Let our true intentions be made here and now. Should my brother not win, I will see to it that he does the city no harm. I stake Dragonstone on it. Should he set fire to the city I name Corlys Baratheon as the Lord of Dragonstone instead of myself.""<br/><br/><br/>This last bit had her brother look to her. She had only come to Westeros to gain Dragonstone, now she was willing to risk it to stop him from burning the city that the Usurper had taken from them.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Brandon Stark</span><br/><br/>""I will keep my word, I vote for Lyonel Baratheon. He has proven himself a capable commander, albeit it stubborn as a mule, but no king has no flaws. He is our best canidate. If young Cassana is an innocent maiden, then she does not belong on a hard throne and the weight of a continent on her shoulders. If she is corrupt as Lord Lyonel says, then she does not belong on this throne. Innocent or Corrupt, she will not get my vote, unless she is willing to sign a agreement, and swear a vow in front of a weirwood and the High Septom, that she would hand over most powers to Lord Lyonel. A queen in name only, however still with a crown and jewels, and whatever jewelry she desires, so long as it doesn't bankrupt the realm.<br/><br/>Quite honestly, I just want to go home and die in peace, not burned by a dragon or from my heart bursting from all this arguing. In The Game of Thrones, no one truly wins.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lyonel Baratheon</span><br/><br/>""Vorian, stand down."" Lyonel said reluctantly. The Kingsguard was loyal to Lyonel, and stood down. Lyonel sighed. ""I would be willing to do that Lord Stark, if Cassana is. Let her call herself Queen, and wear a crown and jewelry, for I want neither. If she will sign an agreement, with copy's in the hands of each Lord Paramount. As to the Lord of the Stormlands, I would name my second son Stannis as Lord Paramount. As for Corlys, I ask him to join the ranks of the Kingsguard, and serve as Cassana's sworn shield. If she agrees to this, then she can call herself Queen, if not, then the vote will decide this."""
3948,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=400,2015-01-05T01:06:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>The twins shot a glance at each other, unsure if their ears were deceiving them or if Lyonel had really just said that. It was almost as if he had read their minds or something, he had offered both of them exactly what they wanted. Cassana was quite surprised, because she had in fact offered to be Lyonel's puppet originally but he had refused and even used it against her during the debate. Both of the twins were now staring at Lyonel, Cassana intensely studying his face for any signs of a trick and Corlys merely staring in disbelief.<br/><br/>Now it may have been more prudent to ask about what Lyonel's agreement would ensue, to ask just how much power she was signing off but in the heat of the moment Cassana couldn't really think straight. Her entire life she'd been striving for this and now it was in arm's reach! Cassana struggled, but managed to keep her emotions intact.<br/><br/>""I'd gladly agree to that."" Cassana said slowly, taking deep and controlled breathes to make sure her voice wouldn't break down. ""I've always said that I wanted Lyonel to be my hand, the only reason I wanted to be queen was because I'd be more popular. Or at least I think I'd be."" Cassana quickly said, trying to make sure that she didn't accidentally throw her chance away. ""Your agreement is perfect for me."""
3949,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=400,2015-01-05T01:50:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Woodstovia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=23032182#p23032182"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>The twins shot a glance at each other, unsure if their ears were deceiving them or if Lyonel had really just said that. It was almost as if he had read their minds or something, he had offered both of them exactly what they wanted. Cassana was quite surprised, because she had in fact offered to be Lyonel's puppet originally but he had refused and even used it against her during the debate. Both of the twins were now staring at Lyonel, Cassana intensely studying his face for any signs of a trick and Corlys merely staring in disbelief.<br/><br/>Now it may have been more prudent to ask about what Lyonel's agreement would ensue, to ask just how much power she was signing off but in the heat of the moment Cassana couldn't really think straight. Her entire life she'd been striving for this and now it was in arm's reach! Cassana struggled, but managed to keep her emotions intact. <br/><br/>""I'd gladly agree to that."" Cassana said slowly, taking deep and controlled breathes to make sure her voice wouldn't break down. ""I've always said that I wanted Lyonel to be my hand, the only reason I wanted to be queen was because I'd be more popular. Or at least I think I'd be."" Cassana quickly said, trying to make sure that she didn't accidentally throw her chance away. ""Your agreement is perfect for me.""</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Brandon Stark</span><br/><br/>""Finally. I know why Cregan and Eddard Stark both hated this city. Now, can we all just get this over with?"" Brandon said, his patience thinning. ""My vote is for the Baratheon's.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lyonel Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Lyonel knew that if he was her hand without the agreement, she'd dismiss him as soon as he tried stopping her. With this agreement, there was no way she'd get out of it. ""Very well then. Now we have the matter of Prince Lucarys. Well my lords, who do you want, a Targaryen or a Baratheon? A man who has threatend to burn the city if he loses, or a former and if this goes against Lucarys, new Hand of the King or Queen technically, and a former Master of Laws, as well as a battle commander at the Stepstones. Lord Tyrell, Lord Tully. You both declared for my cousin, now that the Baratheon claim has been united, who will you vote for? Prince Martell, Lord Royce, Lady Lannister and Lord or Lady Harlaw, if any Ironborn are here. Who will you all vote for?"""
3950,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=425,2015-01-05T09:30:00,Blobovia,"<span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lady Lara Lannister</span></span><br/><br/>Baela had responded her question in a somewhat arrogant manner, quite unusual for the princess, but very typical for a member of house Targaryen. Nevertheless, Lara found her answer to be wise.<br/><br/>Even better and wiser was the agreement between the three Baratheons. If it had come earlier the crisis might have been prevented entirely, but that fact could not be changed now. The perfect solution had been found, and that was enough.<br/><br/>""The lion chooses the stag, not the dragon. My vote too, is for the Baratheons."""
3951,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=425,2015-01-05T18:44:00,Sebastianbourg,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Sebasion Iranassar</span><br/><br/>Lord Sebasion Iranassar went over to Lady Cassana Baratheon and whispered in her ear, ""Well m'lady, I might as well withdraw my invitation to Lys in view of the present situation. But don't worry about that petty lord you've supposedly been betrothed to; he won't get anywhere.""<br/><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/thumb/d/d6/MartellCoA.png/250px-MartellCoA.png""/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Prince of Dorne</span></div><br/><br/>The Prince of Dorne had been cautiously but attentively watching the entire situation and as the voting process recommenced he was one of the first to cast his vote by saying in a calm but audible monotone, ""My lords, I vote for the present King on the Iron Throne and Protector of the Realm, Lyonel of the House Baratheon. However, shall His Grace deem it fit to transfer my vote to Lady Cassana of House Baratheon I will perfectly pleased and will abide by the final outcome of this conclave."""
3952,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=425,2015-01-06T10:16:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Edmund Tully</span><br/><br/>Edmund listened carefully to the Baratheons and grumbled slightly at their agreement. It didn't suit him too well, he had always wanted to marry Corlys to his daughter Minisia and if the boy wanted his sister on the throne then he'd comply; he didn't care who was on the throne as long as his family did well. Now though with Corlys being in the kingsguard he couldn't marry Minisia, still the Baratheons were better than the Targaryens and lord Lyonel had sons too... ""The Tully vote remains unchanged, I vote for her grace Cassana Baratheon.""<br/><br/>The girl smiled devilishly and then turned to the lord Tyrell ""Lord Tyrell you voted for me even when there seemed such little hope of me winning, now I have my cousin the greatest hand of the king in recent memory backing me and if you vote for me then it'll be a majority; I'll have five out of eight votes and win!"" Edmund wasn't sure what to make of her, she had seemed quite bratty but innocent and everything she had accused Lyonel of had turned out to be true in the end. Maybe she was wiser than they all took her for or maybe she just knew her cousin. Time would only tell what sort of ruler she became Edmund decided."
3953,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=425,2015-01-07T22:46:00,Nuxipal,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Paramount Quentyn Tyrell<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Red Keep, King's Landing</span></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/thumb/9/99/House_Tyrell.PNG/250px-House_Tyrell.PNG""/></div><br/><br/>Lord Tyrell had rushed out with the others to the yard. He kept quiet as most of the other lords boasted about killing or having known someone killed. All boring really, if there were to be a fight, there should have been a fight. The Targaryens, brother and sister by the looks of it, had all the chips when it came to whether or not there would be a bloodbath in the courtyard. If so, Westeros would be ruined. He saw no way the lords assembled could kill two dragons. It seemed fortune favored them when the one called Baela spoke out against fighting and proposed to prevent the Dragon Prince from burning the Red Keep to the ground should he lose the vote. That was enough for him.<br/><br/>""Lords, Ladies..."" he paused. ""This Dragon Lord has arrived and declared that he will forsake his family to be our King! Does that mean he will also forsake our Kingdom to unite his family? We know he has a family in Essos, there is no reason for him to rule in Westeros. Except for the War he waged on us, he has never set foot on Westerosi soil. Let the dragon fly home. I stand by my vote for Cassana.""<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Paramount Yorwyck Royce<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Red Keep, King's Landing</span></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/thumb/e/ed/Royce.png/250px-Royce.png""/></div><br/><br/><br/>Yorwyck saw something in the Dragon Princess's eye. He knew she had helped him already and he knows the power of dragons, but there was tradition to stick to. ""The power of dragons is known to me. Princess Baela and her dragon Caeliphon dove on the rebels just once. I've reports that the rebel force lost almost 5% of its entire force in less than a minute of attack time. If that is not power, nothing is. However, my ancestors never bent the knee to the Targaryens. We had no choice as the Dragon Queen Visenya effectively captured Ronnel Arryn with her dragon. Now, another Dragon wants the Eryie, too bad. My vote remains with Lyonel Baratheon. He is the True King by blood and birthright."""
3954,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=425,2015-01-07T23:04:00,Toronina,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lyonel Baratheon</span><br/><br/>""Well now, I believe this means that there is no chance of Lucarys winning now. Baela, please kidnly escort your brother from the city. I would also request you explain the situation to Emperor Baelor, in case your brother wants to burn Westeros for a throne."" Lyonel said. ""Now that the voting is done, I believe we should get the agreement signed, that way you lords may go home, as I'm sure you long for your family."""
3955,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=425,2015-01-08T01:15:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Corlys Baratheon</span><br/><br/>As soon as Yorwyck Royce declared his vote Cassana threw herself at Corlys and gripped him into a tight hug. He could feel her body shuddering and knew that she was probably on the verge of tears and desperately trying to hide them. As she probably didn't want to talk right now, for fear of seeming weak when she had her voice break or when they heard how meek her voice sounded Corlys decided that he should talk for her. ""Please have it drawn up quickly Lyonel, we're all anxious to get today behind us. Cassana will sign it, she trusts you enough to write a fair agreement."""
3956,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=425,2015-01-08T02:08:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Woodstovia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=23064932#p23064932"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Corlys Baratheon</span><br/><br/>As soon as Yorwyck Royce declared his vote Cassana threw herself at Corlys and gripped him into a tight hug. He could feel her body shuddering and knew that she was probably on the verge of tears and desperately trying to hide them. As she probably didn't want to talk right now, for fear of seeming weak when she had her voice break or when they heard how meek her voice sounded Corlys decided that he should talk for her. ""Please have it drawn up quickly Lyonel, we're all anxious to get today behind us. Cassana will sign it, she trusts you enough to write a fair agreement.""</div></blockquote><br/>""I will Corlys. Vorian."" He called out the Lord Commander. ""After this is done, be sure to give Corlys his white cloak. Once I know there isn't a threat of Lucarys and Tyraxes burning the city, I'll write out the contracts. Each of them will say the same, but I feel it's best for each Lord Paramount to have a copy, in case the original is lost or destroyed."""
3957,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=425,2015-01-08T15:29:00,Nuxipal,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Princess Baela Targaryen<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Red Keep, King's Landing</span></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2013/228/0/7/house_targaryen_sigil_by_clockhound-d6igay5.png""/></div><br/><br/>Baela turns to her brother and says something to him. He nods, ""One day Usurper, you will be begging me to take your crown and I will refuse it. Instead preferring my own crown forged with Iron and Rubies."" He mounts Tyraxes and flies eastward, towards the Narrow Sea. Baela turns back towards Lyonel, ""By explain the situation to Emperor Baelor.. you mean you want me to fly across the Narrow Sea and meet with him personally? Should I remind you that would leave the position of Master of Laws empty in my absence.""<br/><br/>She was very straight forward about it, and it was pretty clear she did not want to cross the narrow sea anytime soon. She looked over at the Lords Paramount. Knowing that many of their ancestors made promises to fight for the Targaryens until the end of days. Now, not a single one of them would uphold the vows of their ancestors. She now had an agreement to uphold and intended to do just that. And very little more."
3958,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=425,2015-01-08T15:47:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>""No I'd imagine a letter would be fine, as long as the emperor doesn't get a corrupted view of what happened here today."" Cassana said, having managed to calm down and breathe normally. She wasn't too threatened by Lucarys. If he wouldn't do anything when he could have killed all the lord paramounts of the realm and the most prominent members of the royal family she was safe for at least the immediate future. She didn't really understand what lord Sebasion had said and decided to ignore it for now. ""Please draft up your agreement quickly cousin we're all... anxious to put this uncertainty behind us."""
3959,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=425,2015-01-08T17:43:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nuxipal <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=23070751#p23070751"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Princess Baela Targaryen<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Red Keep, King's Landing</span></span><br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2013/228/0/7/house_targaryen_sigil_by_clockhound-d6igay5.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div><br/><br/>Baela turns to her brother and says something to him. He nods, ""One day Usurper, you will be begging me to take your crown and I will refuse it. Instead preferring my own crown forged with Iron and Rubies."" He mounts Tyraxes and flies eastward, towards the Narrow Sea. Baela turns back towards Lyonel, ""By explain the situation to Emperor Baelor.. you mean you want me to fly across the Narrow Sea and meet with him personally? Should I remind you that would leave the position of Master of Laws empty in my absence.""<br/><br/>She was very straight forward about it, and it was pretty clear she did not want to cross the narrow sea anytime soon. She looked over at the Lords Paramount. Knowing that many of their ancestors made promises to fight for the Targaryens until the end of days. Now, not a single one of them would uphold the vows of their ancestors. She now had an agreement to uphold and intended to do just that. And very little more.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lyonel Baratheon</span><br/>""A letter will do. Make sure it is in trusted hands, for I do not want Baelor to hear an untrue side to this story."" Lyonel then turned to a servant. ""Make sure when I arrive in my solar, there is a quill, ink and paper to write on, enough ink must be there to write 8 pages."" Lyonel set off for his solar, followed by Vorian and the servant, who overtook them quickly."
3960,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=425,2015-01-08T22:49:00,Sebastianbourg,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Sebasion Iranassar</span><br/><br/>Lord Sebasion Iranassar discreetly (he did give Lady Cassana Baratheon a slight hint which could make her believe he was going inside) went back into the Red Keep proper in order to change into fresh robes as he planned to visit the Street of Silk; all the action was over, the Targaryen prince had left Westeros. In definite, there was nothing else for him to do there in the Red Keep's courtyard. Furthermore, he was under the impression that his status as a rich merchant from the Free Cities (to which the Crown owed immense amounts of money) caused him to be met with scepticism and even cynicism on part of the Lords Paramount and other high-ranking Westerosi nobles and aristocrats."
3961,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=425,2015-01-09T02:28:00,Blobovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Lady Lara Lannister &amp; Ser Aedulf Branting</span></span><br/><br/>Lara resheeted her sword and sighed with relief. A catastrophy had been averted. Old problems still remained and new had come, such as the coronation feast, but she didn't wish to think of any of it right now.<br/><br/>""Come with me, Ser Aedulf."" Her presence was no longer required, and several other lords had already left. The tall, muscular, long haired knight followed her almost like a Hound, but didn't sheet his sword until they were almost inside the Red Keep. Lara led him up to her own private quarters. Aedulf opened the door for her. It was a gesture of respect and politeness, but more importantly also a way to check that no attacker had sneaked inside and waited.<br/><br/>There was no attacker. The room was empty, a part from a servant tending to the fireplace. ""After you, mylady.""<br/><br/>""Thank you, Ser."" The lioness gave sign to the servant to take her cloak and scabbard. She sat down on her bed and took off her boots. ""Tell me my ox, have you ever been with a noblewoman before?"" The servant helped her to take off her tunic.<br/>""Not any noblewoman, mylady, but quite a lot of barmaids and farmgirls. May I ask why you wonder?"" Was she hitting on him? She, head of one of the most powerful houses of Westeros, and he, a simple hedgeknight...<br/>""You see Aedulf, you're my personal bodyguard now. But you have not seen or felt my body. How can you protect what you do not know?"" Lady Lannister looked at him with a mischievious smile.<br/><br/>Aedulf had obviously been thrown out of balance. His duty and lust conflicted him. ""That might be true, mylady, but who will protect you while I'm... getting to know you?""<br/><br/>Lara pointed at the servant. ""This man is a eunuch and a mute. He's from Yi Ti, and while he may noot look as strong as you, I assure that he's well acquainted with the exotic martial arts of his homeland. Now, get undressed and come over here.""<br/><br/>Aedulf knew that a knight had to do what his liege told him, and it was his pleasure to serve."
3962,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=425,2015-01-09T04:27:00,Toronina,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lyonel Baratheon.</span><br/><br/>Lyonel sat in his solar, his right hand hurting. He had written 9 copies of the paper, one for each of the Lords Paramount. He had spent ageing thinking of what to write, and many pieces of crumpled paper lay one the ground, scrunched up. Eventually, he had written it like this.<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>In the eyes of the Seven who are One, Cassana Baratheon is to hearby relinquish the power that comes with the title of Queen of Westeros, and grant these powers to her hand, Lyonel Baratheon. She will be allowed to have a coronation and feast, but she will be queen in name only. The true monarch will be Lyonel Baratheon, Lord of Storm's End, Lord Paramount of the Stormlands, and Hand of the King. This will be signed by Her Grace, and His Lordship, as well as each of the Lord/Lady Paramounts.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Signature of Casssana Baratheon:</span> <br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Signature of Lyonel Baratheon: <span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Lyonel Renly Baratheon</span></span></span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Signature of Yorwyck Royce:</span> <br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Signature of Quentyn Tyrell:</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Signature of Lara Lannister:</span> <br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Signature of Brandon Stark:</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Signature of the Prince of Dorne</span> <br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Signature of Edmund Tully</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Signature of Lord or Lady Harlaw</span></div></blockquote><br/>All that was needed was the rest of the signatures, which would be carried out in the morning. All of the Lords Paramount had messages sent to them, saying they were free to stay inside the Red Keep."
3963,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=425,2015-01-10T01:44:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">The next day</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Corlys Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Corlys stood watching the queen's hair getting fixed by her handmaidens. He may have been suited in immaculate gilded armor and he may have been wearing a heavy white cloak but he was still just standing there watching a young woman fix her hair.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Might as well get used to it</span>he reflected. Lord commander Vorian had made it extremely clear that the kingsguard wasn't about great feats of valor and heroic last stands to protect the royal family, the kingsguard in Vorian Dayne's mind was about standing still in a corner somewhere.<span style=""font-style: italic"">They're all my brothers but they hate me</span>the other members of the kingsguard were less than thrilled to have a boy of 18 join their ranks, and he had heard himself being mockingly compared to the dragonknight a few times. If he had half the legacy of the dragonknight Corlys would be pleased.<br/><br/>""Corlys?"" Corlys jumped slightly, being so immersed in his thoughts. He looked over to see Cassana looking up at him with a broad smile on her face ""I need you to go and get lady Lara Lannister. Her name sounds stupid when you say it like that... Anyway she's my master of coin so we need to talk to her about my coronation and my wedding, they're both going to be perfect. Ser Vorian is posted at the door so he'll protect me while your gone.""<br/><br/>Corlys nodded and left her chambers, she was still in her own personal chambers; she couldn't move into the king's chambers until it had been properly cleaned which was apparently taking a few days.<span style=""font-style: italic"">What the hell had Eddard done to the place?</span>Corlys walked to lady Lara's chambers and knocked on the door."
3964,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=425,2015-01-10T02:08:00,Sebastianbourg,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/thumb/d/d6/MartellCoA.png/250px-MartellCoA.png""/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Prince of Dorne</span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">THE NEXT MORNING...</span><br/><br/>The Prince of Dorne entered the Queen's Hand's study intending to sign the document as the Queen of the Seven Kingdoms and Protector of the Realm while effectively granting all powers to Lord Lyonel Baratheon, the former King. When he entered the room he instinctively greeted the Hand with the styles of the King (Your Grace) but quickly corrected himself. ""Your Lordship,"" he began I have come to sign the letter by which you continue to be the uncrowned King and Cassana Baratheon becomes the ceremonial one. Please excuse the time which I have chosen to come into your study to sign this document; issues in Dorne require me to leave the capital, King's Landing, immediately. I hope you understand.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Sebasion Iranassar</span><br/><br/>Lord Sebasion Iranassar awoke with an unbearable headache caused by the past night which had been replete with debauchery and reckless spending. Nevertheless, he awoke, bathed and changed into relatively modest robes (for his standards at least; for the average Westerosi noble his clothes were obviously expensive) and had a heavy breakfast of bacon and eggs. Following his breakfast, he proceeded to clean his teeth with water and an assortment of herbs he had brought in astronomical amounts from Lys.<br/><br/>Having completed the morning's routine Lord Sebasion Iranassar went to Lord Lyonel Baratheon's study intending to give him an intelligence briefing of sorts while obtaining information on Cassana's impending marriage. Unfortunately, upon arriving at the door he was told by the guard outside the door that the Prince of Dorne was inside signing the documents recognising Cassana Baratheon's rule. In other words, Lord Sebasion Iranassar would have to wait.<br/><br/>For this reason, he chose to pay the Queen, Cassana Baratheon, a visit. Upon his arrival at the door he asked the Lord Commander of the Kingsguard to announce his presence to Cassana; he was the Master of Whisperers after all."
3965,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=425,2015-01-10T04:16:00,Toronina,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Sebastianbourg <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=23087121#p23087121"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center"">(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/thumb/d/d6/MartellCoA.png/250px-MartellCoA.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Prince of Dorne</span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">THE NEXT MORNING...</span><br/><br/>The Prince of Dorne entered the Queen's Hand's study intending to sign the document as the Queen of the Seven Kingdoms and Protector of the Realm while effectively granting all powers to Lord Lyonel Baratheon, the former King. When he entered the room he instinctively greeted the Hand with the styles of the King (Your Grace) but quickly corrected himself. ""Your Lordship,"" he began I have come to sign the letter by which you continue to be the uncrowned King and Cassana Baratheon becomes the ceremonial one. Please excuse the time which I have chosen to come into your study to sign this document; issues in Dorne require me to leave the capital, King's Landing, immediately. I hope you understand.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Sebasion Iranassar</span><br/><br/>Lord Sebasion Iranassar awoke with an unbearable headache caused by the past night which had been replete with debauchery and reckless spending. Nevertheless, he awoke, bathed and changed into relatively modest robes (for his standards at least; for the average Westerosi noble his clothes were obviously expensive) and had a heavy breakfast of bacon and eggs. Following his breakfast, he proceeded to clean his teeth with water and an assortment of herbs he had brought in astronomical amounts from Lys. <br/><br/>Having completed the morning's routine Lord Sebasion Iranassar went to Lord Lyonel Baratheon's study intending to give him an intelligence briefing of sorts while obtaining information on Cassana's impending marriage. Unfortunately, upon arriving at the door he was told by the guard outside the door that the Prince of Dorne was inside signing the documents recognising Cassana Baratheon's rule. In other words, Lord Sebasion Iranassar would have to wait. <br/><br/>For this reason, he chose to pay the Queen, Cassana Baratheon, a visit. Upon his arrival at the door he asked the Lord Commander of the Kingsguard to announce his presence to Cassana; he was the Master of Whisperers after all.</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lyonel Baratheon</span><br/><br/>""I understand my good Prince, I'm sure you must miss your family very much. Very well them, sign your name onto it and you can go."" He said to the prince.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Woodstovia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=23087050#p23087050"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The next day</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Corlys Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Corlys stood watching the queen's hair getting fixed by her handmaidens. He may have been suited in immaculate gilded armor and he may have been wearing a heavy white cloak but he was still just standing there watching a young woman fix her hair. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Might as well get used to it</span> he reflected. Lord commander Vorian had made it extremely clear that the kingsguard wasn't about great feats of valor and heroic last stands to protect the royal family, the kingsguard in Vorian Dayne's mind was about standing still in a corner somewhere. <span style=""font-style: italic"">They're all my brothers but they hate me</span> the other members of the kingsguard were less than thrilled to have a boy of 18 join their ranks, and he had heard himself being mockingly compared to the dragonknight a few times. If he had half the legacy of the dragonknight Corlys would be pleased.<br/><br/>""Corlys?"" Corlys jumped slightly, being so immersed in his thoughts. He looked over to see Cassana looking up at him with a broad smile on her face ""I need you to go and get lady Lara Lannister. Her name sounds stupid when you say it like that... Anyway she's my master of coin so we need to talk to her about my coronation and my wedding, they're both going to be perfect. Ser Vorian is posted at the door so he'll protect me while your gone."" <br/><br/>Corlys nodded and left her chambers, she was still in her own personal chambers; she couldn't move into the king's chambers until it had been properly cleaned which was apparently taking a few days. <span style=""font-style: italic"">What the hell had Eddard done to the place?</span> Corlys walked to lady Lara's chambers and knocked on the door.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ser Vorian Dayne</span><br/><br/>Ser Vorian misliked guarding the Queen. When he had joined the Kingsguard, late in King Jaime's time, he had been appointed the Sworn Shield of Lyonel, the king's young grandson. He had continued these duty's in Robert's and Eddard's respective times. He pulled aside another Kingsguard and had him stay there. ""I am sorry Your Grace, but I need to talk to your brother, and resume my duty as your cousin's sworn shield."" He said, walking off. He found Corlys at Lady Lara's door, and waited for him patiently."
3966,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=425,2015-01-10T04:25:00,Sebastianbourg,"<blockquote><div><cite>Toronina <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=23087536#p23087536"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I understand my good Prince, I'm sure you must miss your family very much. Very well them, sign your name onto it and you can go."" He said to the prince.</div></blockquote><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/thumb/d/d6/MartellCoA.png/250px-MartellCoA.png""/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Prince of Dorne</span></div><br/><br/>""Yes, indeed. I miss my family very much but that is not the sole reason for my haste return; I suspect the rapid change in monarchs (we have had three monarchs in this year after all) could cause some instability in the Seven Kingdoms. For that reason, I believe it is recommendable for a Lords Paramount to depart King's Landing and to go their lands and holdings as soon as possible."" With that said, he went over to Lord Lyonel's desk, grasped the document and pen and put his signature onto it. He slowly made his way to the door giving the Hand enough to time to say anything he had to say."
3967,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=425,2015-01-10T04:42:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Sebastianbourg <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=23087564#p23087564"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Toronina <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=23087536#p23087536"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I understand my good Prince, I'm sure you must miss your family very much. Very well them, sign your name onto it and you can go."" He said to the prince.</div></blockquote><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/thumb/d/d6/MartellCoA.png/250px-MartellCoA.png""/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Prince of Dorne</span></div><br/><br/>""Yes, indeed. I miss my family very much but that is not the sole reason for my haste return; I suspect the rapid change in monarchs (we have had three monarchs in this year after all) could cause some instability in the Seven Kingdoms. For that reason, I believe it is recommendable for a Lords Paramount to depart King's Landing and to go their lands and holdings as soon as possible."" With that said, he went over to Lord Lyonel's desk, grasped the document and pen and put his signature onto it. He slowly made his way to the door giving the Hand enough to time to say anything he had to say.</div></blockquote><br/>""Thank you Prince ahhh, I don't believe I've gotten your name. Quite sorry about that."" He said, feeling embarrassed."
3968,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=425,2015-01-10T05:04:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Corlys Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Corlys waited impatiently for Lara Lannister. Whilst looking around to check his surroundings he noticed ser Vorian standing nearby, presumably waiting for Corlys. ""Ser Vorian, you were supposed to be guarding the queen. Don't tell me nobody's protecting Cassana."" He said to the knight, showing little respect in his assumption that Vorian would leave his sister unguarded."
3969,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=425,2015-01-10T05:16:00,Sebastianbourg,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Sebasion Iranassar</span><br/><br/>To Lord Sebasion Iranassar's surprise he was speaking to the wall. For some reason, he had assumed someone was guarding the door but in reality there was no-one there! He did not think about the potential security risk to the now-Queen and instead laughed loudly at his idiocy for a full minute or two after which he went up to the door and knocked on it introducing himself in a rather formal manner; the only thing King's Landing had taught Lord Sebasion Iranassar was that someone was always listening and watching and therefore one must maintain the façade at all times."
3970,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=425,2015-01-10T05:42:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Cassana sat patiently as her handmaidens brushed and styled her hair. She hadn't eaten yet and was hungry but forced herself to sit. If she wasn't able to actually carry out the duties of a queen she could at least look and act like one. She wasn't too pleased that Vorian had left her, he had left another kingsguard with her but she felt much safer with the sword of the morning watching over her. As she sat she heard a knock at the door and lord Sebasion introducing himself. ""Come in!"" she called."
3971,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=425,2015-01-10T05:55:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Woodstovia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=23087720#p23087720"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Corlys Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Corlys waited impatiently for Lara Lannister. Whilst looking around to check his surroundings he noticed ser Vorian standing nearby, presumably waiting for Corlys. ""Ser Vorian, you were supposed to be guarding the queen. Don't tell me nobody's protecting Cassana."" He said to the knight, showing little respect in his assumption that Vorian would leave his sister unguarded.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ser Vorian Dayne</span><br/><br/>""Do not worry about her Ser Corlys, we will be safe with another member of the Kingsguard there. I have come to talk to you. You may wear the cloak but until you say your vows in the Great Sept later today, officially you are not a member. I have heard the other men mocking you. While you are young, this is your choice, and if you wish to stay, you must learn to think like a kingsguard.<br/><br/>I know what you are thinking. You thought the Kingsguard were all smiles and gallantry. You may like that thinking, and it may surprise you to learn I thought the same things. I joined at 20, late in your grandfather's time as King. I was young, cocky, arrogant and the Sword of the Morning. I had dreams about gallantry as well, to go down in a blaze of glory and be remembered in song. When I told old Lord Commander Bracken about it, he gave me what I needed: A slap to the head and a talking to. He told me something similar to what I tell you now.<br/><br/>I do not like many of the Kingsguard, and they have been here for longer then you. Yet it was I who asked Lord Lyonel to have you join the Kingsguard, and it is you I mean to replace me as Lord Commander when I am dead. It is because what I see in you is the cockiness and arrogance I had myself once, but I also see the potential for a great man, one who will serve the Kingdom well. Do not disappoint me Corlys, I intend to groom you as the next Lord Commander, and I would hate to pick another man. I see young me inside of you Corlys, and I intend to guide you on your way."" The Lord Commander told the newest white cloak. ""This means you will sit beside me on the Small Council, you need not fetch my meals or anything, all you need do is listen. If Lyonel asks for your advice, you will give him honest advice. You may not like my thinking, and when I was named into the Kingsguard, neither did I. Lord Commander Bracken taught me what he knew, and I will teach you what I know.""<br/><br/>The Lord Commander walked off, his footsteps echoing in the halls of the big stern man. He walked towards Lyonel's room and knocked on the door."
3972,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=425,2015-01-10T06:02:00,Sebastianbourg,"<blockquote><div><cite>Woodstovia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=23087875#p23087875"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Cassana sat patiently as her handmaidens brushed and styled her hair. She hadn't eaten yet and was hungry but forced herself to sit. If she wasn't able to actually carry out the duties of a queen she could at least look and act like one. She wasn't too pleased that Vorian had left her, he had left another kingsguard with her but she felt much safer with the sword of the morning watching over her. As she sat she heard a knock at the door and lord Sebasion introducing himself. ""Come in!"" she called.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Sebasion Iranassar</span><br/><br/>While Lord Sebasion Iranassar believed he was hiding his unbearable headache his facial expression would not fool anyone; he was quite evidently in pain and discomfort. Nevertheless, he greeted the handmaidens brushing Cassana Baratheon's hair before greeting Cassana herself and then coquettishly keeled front of Cassana in order to swear allegiance to the her. ""Your Grace, I am your loyal subject!"" he said while on the verge of laughter; the remnants of Dornish wine in his system made him disregard all the regal protocol of the Realm."
3973,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=425,2015-01-10T06:58:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>""You're still more loyal to Lyonel than you are to me."" Cassana told him, speaking her mind. He had told the lords present at the vote to favor Lyonel over her twice. ""You're his man, not mine. But still it's nice of you to swear loyalty."" She looked him up and down for a second before smiling lightly, she didn't want to fight with him anymore; and decided to be a little softer with him ""I've decided to use king Aenys' crown, I wanted to wear Aegon the unworthy's crown because it's prettier but grand maestar Oswell said it had too much Targaryen imagery on it."""
3974,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=425,2015-01-10T07:09:00,Sebastianbourg,"<blockquote><div><cite>Woodstovia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=23088184#p23088184"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>""You're still more loyal to Lyonel than you are to me."" Cassana told him, speaking her mind. He had told the lords present at the vote to favor Lyonel over her twice. ""You're his man, not mine. But still it's nice of you to swear loyalty."" She looked him up and down for a second before smiling lightly, she didn't want to fight with him anymore; and decided to be a little softer with him ""I've decided to use king Aenys' crown, I wanted to wear Aegon the unworthy's crown because it's prettier but grand maestar Oswell said it had too much Targaryen imagery on it.""</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Sebasion Iranassar</span><br/><br/>""The crown you are crowned with is irrelevant;"" began Lord Sebasion Iranassar ""you will look very beautiful with either one place upon your head. As for Lord Lyonel (or King rather since only the Prince of Dorne and him have signed the documents making you Queen), I preferred him as a candidate but you have won and that's the end of it. As the Master of Whisperers I will be loyal to whichever sovereign sits upon that throne so long as they are not tyrants; you are the Queen now and I will be loyal to you. How do you propose I prove my devotion and loyalty?"""
3975,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=450,2015-01-10T07:57:00,Blobovia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Woodstovia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=23087720#p23087720"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Corlys Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Corlys waited impatiently for Lara Lannister. Whilst looking around to check his surroundings he noticed ser Vorian standing nearby, presumably waiting for Corlys. ""Ser Vorian, you were supposed to be guarding the queen. Don't tell me nobody's protecting Cassana."" He said to the knight, showing little respect in his assumption that Vorian would leave his sister unguarded.</div></blockquote><br/>Lara's handmaiden, a freckled red-haired young girl, spotted Corlys in his white cloak waiting as she came carrying a basket with a set of new clean bedclothes. Her mistress had appearantly been very wild with her new bodyguard last night, the girl thought with a cheeky little smile.<br/><br/>""Excuse me dear Ser, are you looking for Milady? I'm afraid she's not here. She went to work in the Master of Coin's chambers already, almost an hour ago.""<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">(This is after that Vorian gave Corlys his advice and walked away.)</div></div></div>"
3976,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=450,2015-01-10T08:04:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Corlys Baratheon</span><br/><br/>""She's working early."" Commented Corlys. He had been shocked by what Vorian told him and was unable to muster up much more of a reply. He was going to be lord commander when Vorian died? How was he supposed to do that? Vorian hadn't even seen him for 4 years and most likely had no idea what Corlys was actually like as a swordsman. Corlys turned away from the handmaiden (whom he considered to be very attractive) and walked to the master of coins' chamber before knocking on it's door.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Cassana shrugged lightly ""I don't know I'm not very creative when it comes to things like that, you don't need to prove your loyalty right now anyway; I'll be able to see how loyal you are through your service. I do need a horse though,"" Cassana reflected. ""I was never allowed to ride much before but now I'm queen and I can do what I want."""
3977,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=450,2015-01-10T10:01:00,Blobovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Lady Lara Lannister</span></span><br/><br/>She felt refreshed and were full of energy, the paperwork was done in a swift tempo. The night with Aedulf had sure done wonders. She could focus again. Lord Lyonel's paper was signed and ready to be handed over, together with a list of actions that would solve the monetary troubles of the kingdom. They were ready to be executed in practice, she just needed a formal approval by the Crown first. Right now Lara had begun to sketch on a plan for Cassana's coronation ceremony. The queen would want it to look expensive, and Lara could allow that, as long as it actually wasn't. Quality above quantity.<br/><br/>""Aedulf, would you be so kind and open the door?"" she said when she heard Corlys knock, and even gave him an honest smile. Something few Lannisters usually did to those under them. Except for maybe Tyrion the Imp during his time.<br/>""Certainly, Mylady."" He returned her smile and opened up for Corlys."
3978,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=450,2015-01-10T10:19:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Corlys Baratheon</span><br/><br/>A large man opened the door for Corlys, some sort of bodyguard he assumed. He had only had one conversation with lady Lara and that was incredibly brief. He smiled at her, hoping that she'd be kinder than when they had met out in the courtyard. ""Her grace Cassana Baratheon-"" saying that still sounded strange to Corlys. ""has send me. She wished to meet with you, presumably to discuss her coronation and wedding and how much it'll cost."" Corlys brushed a few strands of hair out of his eyes, always preferring to keep it long."
3979,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=450,2015-01-10T10:52:00,Blobovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Lady Lara Lannister</span></span><br/><br/>""Lovely! I was just working on the rough outlines of it. Let me just get all my papers ready and we can go right away."" Lara gave Corlys a sunny smile back and stood up and assembled the documents into a batch. She nodded at Aedulf, who nodded back, placed the papers under her arm and pointed at the door with her whole hand.<br/><br/>""After you, Ser Corlys."""
3980,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=450,2015-01-10T11:06:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Corlys Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Corlys nodded and left her chambers, escorting Lara back to Cassana's chambers.<span style=""font-style: italic"">At least she seems happy</span>Corlys reflected. ""It's weird being in the kingsguard at 18,"" He told her, making small-talk. ""the Dragonknight, Kingslayer and ser Loras were all in the kingsguard at young ages but they're legends and I'm Corlys Baratheon. I can beat lord Tully's son easily enough but there's a difference between him and Lucarys Targaryen."" Maybe he could convince Lyonel to give him Fury? It was unlikely but a valyrian steel sword would help bridge the gap between himself and the more skilled knights of the realm."
3981,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=450,2015-01-10T12:22:00,Blobovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Lady Lara Lannister</span></span><br/><br/>Aedulf followed behind them on a distance. Lara listened to Corlys. ""I see. When I was a girl I dreamed about being a knight. My father and brother said that I couldn't, since I wasn't a boy. My mother, may the seven have mercy on her soul, was supportive, but I don't think she realized I was serious. In the end I proved them all wrong. And you must do the same.""<br/><br/>Lara saw an opportunity to get on good foot with someone very close to Cassana. She couldn't let this chance slide away.<br/><br/>""If you want, I could perhaps arrange someone to train you. Perhaps Ser Aedulf Branting, my new bodyguard, could be of service when he's not tending to my needs. Just let me know in that case."" She smiled just as much as before, they were just making smalltalk, and no hint of plotting could be read in her face."
3982,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=450,2015-01-10T12:51:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Corlys Baratheon</span><br/><br/>""Forgive me but I've never heard of Ser Aedulf Branting, he must be good to be your bodyguard but I'd feel more comfortable training with someone I know is good like ser Vorian. I don't see any reason why he can't train<span style=""font-style: italic"">with</span>me but I don't want him to be training me."" Corlys tried to say it in the politest way possible, training was going to be extremely important; he needed to try and improve drastically and he would prefer the sword of the morning helping him than some nobody. They were now standing outside Cassana's chambers but Corlys didn't want to go in just yet."
3983,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=450,2015-01-10T13:27:00,Blobovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Lady Lara Lannister</span></span><br/><br/>""No need to apologize. I'm sure you can learn from each other. Unless Ser Aedulf thinks you're too young."" Lara chuckled. ""Jokes aside, Ser Vorian is one of the best fighters in the realm, and if he's willing to teach you himself then you can consider yourself very lucky. What I thought with Ser Aedulf is that it might do you good to train against someone of much bigger size. And yes, he is a hedgeknight, but he has over ten years of experience as a knight, and has served many lords. And I'm quite certain that he has a different style and technic than you, and a kingsguard should learn to counter any kind of opponent.""<br/><br/>Lara kept the conversation in a polite and happy tone, and kept her own thoughts for herself. She thought of what lord Tywin Lannister had told his son Jaime two centuries ago, when he decided to remain Lord Commander rather than inherit Casterly Rock. She didn't remember the complete quote, but his point was that a kingsguard was exactly like a common bodyguard, only with a different cloak and a different person to serve. And he was right.<br/><br/>""If you want, we can forget about this for now, or I can ask for Ser Aedulf's opinion later. No need to decide right away."""
3984,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=450,2015-01-10T16:16:00,Toronina,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lyonel Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Lyonel had sent a servant out to get the rest of the lords. He stood up, and started walking out to the Sept. The sooner this was done the better. He opened the door to let the Lord Commander inside, who soon followed him. He wondered if Cassana truly grasped what she was giving up. Did she realise she was merely a ceremonial queen? Did she know she was giving up power over the Seven Kingdoms? If she did, then he was glad, for once this contract was signed, there was to be no going back."
3985,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=450,2015-01-11T04:19:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Corlys Baratheon</span><br/><br/>""Ask for his opinion,"" said Corlys quickly, he had changed his mind when Lara had called his age into question; wanting to show that he was a good swordsman despite his age. ""I want to train with him, I just didn't know if he was good or not."" With that Corlys pushed open the door and saw lord Sebasion kneeling before his sister. Cassana looked up at them and smiled.<br/><br/>""Lady Lara, it's nice to see you again. And it's rather nice that this time I'm queen despite your predictions. Sebasion was just declaring his fealty. Anyway we need to talk about my coronation and wedding. I'm to be crowned with king Aenys' crown so you don't need to worry about the costs of a crown."" Cassana's voice was dripping with arrogance, but it didn't bother Corlys; they were loyal to each other and it didn't matter if she was confident to him. In fact it was better than if she was insecure."
3986,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=450,2015-01-12T04:05:00,Romus Maximus,"Darion and Chrysophylax knew little of what had gone on in the Red Keep. He had spent time reducing the corruption in the Gold Cloaks and almost entirely removed crime in the streets. Now it was basically just night robberies and murders. He headed towards the Red Keep and up arrival Darion entered the tower of the hand, hoping to meet with Lord Hand Lyonel. He walked up the stairs and gave a brusque knock"
3987,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=450,2015-01-12T12:29:00,Blobovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Lady Lara Lannister</span></span><br/><br/>""Very well, I'll ask him later then"", she said to Corlys, and told her bodyguard to wait outside while she talked to the queen.<br/><br/>She bowed for Cassana. ""It's a pleasure for me as well to meet you once more, your grace. As a matter of fact, I had started to plan a little about the coronation myself, and I was hoping we could go through everything together. King Aeny's crown is an excellent choice. And may I congratulate you, both to becoming queen and to be married.""<br/><br/>Lara used sweeter words than she usually would, but if it could please Cassana, then why not? The girl's arrogance didn't disturb her as much as it had before, she was beginning to get used to it."
3988,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=450,2015-01-12T13:00:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Cassana smiled prettily at Lara's words, it was good that she was being submissive and non-confrontational. Cassana was queen of the Seven Kingdoms and wasn't going to be scolded like a child anymore. ""It is a good choice isn't it? My first choice was Aegon the unworthy's crown since it's bigger and has more jewels but it has too much Targaryen imagery with all of the dragons plastered on it. Aenys' has no such imagery but is much more splendid than the other choices, which were simple and boring things."" It must have been unsurprising that Cassana cared so much more about what crown she was going to wear than what she was actually going to do as queen.<br/><br/>""Anyway, I want the coronation and wedding to be grand affairs; well actually we could just combine them to save money and time."" Cassana thought about that for a few seconds before continuing. ""My name will still include Baratheon, I suppose my name will be ""Cassana Tyrell-Baratheon"" or ""Cassana Tyrell nee Baratheon"". I don't like the name Baratheon, it sounds so ugly but it wields power. Similarly my coronation has to be powerful. Everyone in King's Landing must know that their overlord is Cassana, not Lucarys and certainly not Lyonel."""
3989,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=450,2015-01-12T17:48:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Romus Maximus <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=23110106#p23110106"">wrote</a>:</cite>Darion and Chrysophylax knew little of what had gone on in the Red Keep. He had spent time reducing the corruption in the Gold Cloaks and almost entirely removed crime in the streets. Now it was basically just night robberies and murders. He headed towards the Red Keep and up arrival Darion entered the tower of the hand, hoping to meet with Lord Hand Lyonel. He walked up the stairs and gave a brusque knock</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lyonel Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Lyonel had been walking down the stairs when he heard a knock on his door from behind. Quickly rushing back up he found Darion and his Dragon. ""Ah, Darion, it is good to see you again. I hope you have been doing well at your job?"" He asked the young man."
3990,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=450,2015-01-12T18:00:00,Nuxipal,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Paramount Quentyn Tyrell<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Red Keep, King's Landing</span></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/thumb/9/99/House_Tyrell.PNG/250px-House_Tyrell.PNG""/></div><br/><br/><br/>Quentyn was excited. He had achieved something grand. He had managed to get his family back into the game of thrones. He now went to see Cassana to arrange a date for the wedding to take place. He was excited for it. He would be marrying the Queen. Their children would rule Westeros after they. And perhaps he could convince her to expel the Targaryen girl and her dragon from the castle forever. That would have to wait until after they married. He approached her chambers and knocked at the door.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Princess Baela Targaryen<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Red Keep, King's Landing</span></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2013/228/0/7/house_targaryen_sigil_by_clockhound-d6igay5.png""/></div><br/><br/>Baela had sent her brother away. How far away wasn't important, but he was sent away. She then sent a ship to Essos carrying a letter for her Uncle, Emperor Baelor, regarding the events of the voting in Kings Landing. Hopefully he'd stay his hand, but it was more likely he'd continue his planning. She was walking the halls when she noticed Yorwyck leaving the keep trying not to be noticed. She didn't care, if he wanted to leave, let him. He had a war to go off and fight any way. She entered the Keep and began to seek out Lyonel."
3991,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=450,2015-01-12T19:43:00,Romus Maximus,"<blockquote><div><cite>Toronina <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=23117215#p23117215"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Romus Maximus <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=23110106#p23110106"">wrote</a>:</cite>Darion and Chrysophylax knew little of what had gone on in the Red Keep. He had spent time reducing the corruption in the Gold Cloaks and almost entirely removed crime in the streets. Now it was basically just night robberies and murders. He headed towards the Red Keep and up arrival Darion entered the tower of the hand, hoping to meet with Lord Hand Lyonel. He walked up the stairs and gave a brusque knock</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lyonel Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Lyonel had been walking down the stairs when he heard a knock on his door from behind. Quickly rushing back up he found Darion and his Dragon. ""Ah, Darion, it is good to see you again. I hope you have been doing well at your job?"" He asked the young man.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Very My Lord. I wished to inform you that the corruption in the Gold Cloaks has been reduced to under five percent and that crime in the city has dropped greatly as well. I also wish to enquire if there are any knights in the city capable of serving as Gold Cloaks, to aid in rooting out the remaining corruption. Chrysophylax and I could continue alone, but the task will be slow and it would take time from removing crime in the city."""
3992,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=450,2015-01-13T00:10:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Romus Maximus <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=23118596#p23118596"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Toronina <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=23117215#p23117215"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lyonel Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Lyonel had been walking down the stairs when he heard a knock on his door from behind. Quickly rushing back up he found Darion and his Dragon. ""Ah, Darion, it is good to see you again. I hope you have been doing well at your job?"" He asked the young man.</div></blockquote><br/> <br/>""Very My Lord. I wished to inform you that the corruption in the Gold Cloaks has been reduced to under five percent and that crime in the city has dropped greatly as well. I also wish to enquire if there are any knights in the city capable of serving as Gold Cloaks, to aid in rooting out the remaining corruption. Chrysophylax and I could continue alone, but the task will be slow and it would take time from removing crime in the city.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lyonel Baratheon</span><br/><br/>""That is excellent Darion. I knew I could trust you with this job. As to knights, feel free to try and recruit any knights you can find."" He said to the younger man. The dragon slightly scared Lyonel, but who wouldn't be scared of a creature that could fly and release fire at will. 'Be glad the Dragon's of Daenerys Targaryen are dead.' He thought to himself. It'd been 200 years since she had tried and failed to invade, along with the boy who named himself Aegon Targaryen. The black beast, Drogon he remembered from his history lessons with the old Maester. When it died, it was said the beast was the size of the Black Dread."
3993,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=450,2015-01-13T04:05:00,Romus Maximus,"<blockquote><div><cite>Toronina <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=23120659#p23120659"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lyonel Baratheon</span><br/><br/>""That is excellent Darion. I knew I could trust you with this job. As to knights, feel free to try and recruit any knights you can find."" He said to the younger man. The dragon slightly scared Lyonel, but who wouldn't be scared of a creature that could fly and release fire at will. 'Be glad the Dragon's of Daenerys Targaryen are dead.' He thought to himself. It'd been 200 years since she had tried and failed to invade, along with the boy who named himself Aegon Targaryen. The black beast, Drogon he remembered from his history lessons with the old Maester. When it died, it was said the beast was the size of the Black Dread.</div></blockquote><br/>""Thank you my lord."" Darion smiled with pride. He enjoyed pleasing people. "" I shall attempt to recruit some trained men to the city guard immediately. I also wish to ask if you have any assignments for me or my men."" He put his hand on Chrysophylax's head and began to stroke it. The dragon was beginning the stage where his growth would accelerate and he'd soon be big enough to eat a horse. Not whole, but a horse none the less."
3994,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=450,2015-01-13T04:38:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Romus Maximus <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=23121261#p23121261"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Toronina <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=23120659#p23120659"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lyonel Baratheon</span><br/><br/>""That is excellent Darion. I knew I could trust you with this job. As to knights, feel free to try and recruit any knights you can find."" He said to the younger man. The dragon slightly scared Lyonel, but who wouldn't be scared of a creature that could fly and release fire at will. 'Be glad the Dragon's of Daenerys Targaryen are dead.' He thought to himself. It'd been 200 years since she had tried and failed to invade, along with the boy who named himself Aegon Targaryen. The black beast, Drogon he remembered from his history lessons with the old Maester. When it died, it was said the beast was the size of the Black Dread.</div></blockquote><br/>""Thank you my lord."" Darion smiled with pride. He enjoyed pleasing people. "" I shall attempt to recruit some trained men to the city guard immediately. I also wish to ask if you have any assignments for me or my men."" He put his hand on Chrysophylax's head and began to stroke it. The dragon was beginning the stage where his growth would accelerate and he'd soon be big enough to eat a horse. Not whole, but a horse none the less.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lyonel Baratheon</span><br/><br/>""Not at the moment Darion, though if the need arises, I shall send for you. In the mean time, recruit and train the City Watch. I want King's Landing's protections to be enough to protect the large city should the need arise. Make sure your captains are men that you can trust. If anything arises, report to me and the Small Council, Commander."" He said back. Lyonel started to dwell on rumors he had heard, rumors that would need to be brought up to the council. 'If they are true, then we may all be doomed.' He thought to himself. ""You are free to leave, but do make sure you have gold cloaks posted around and in the Great Sept for now."""
3995,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=450,2015-01-13T10:40:00,Blobovia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Woodstovia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=23113971#p23113971"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Cassana smiled prettily at Lara's words, it was good that she was being submissive and non-confrontational. Cassana was queen of the Seven Kingdoms and wasn't going to be scolded like a child anymore. ""It is a good choice isn't it? My first choice was Aegon the unworthy's crown since it's bigger and has more jewels but it has too much Targaryen imagery with all of the dragons plastered on it. Aenys' has no such imagery but is much more splendid than the other choices, which were simple and boring things."" It must have been unsurprising that Cassana cared so much more about what crown she was going to wear than what she was actually going to do as queen.<br/><br/>""Anyway, I want the coronation and wedding to be grand affairs; well actually we could just combine them to save money and time."" Cassana thought about that for a few seconds before continuing. ""My name will still include Baratheon, I suppose my name will be ""Cassana Tyrell-Baratheon"" or ""Cassana Tyrell nee Baratheon"". I don't like the name Baratheon, it sounds so ugly but it wields power. Similarly my coronation has to be powerful. Everyone in King's Landing must know that their overlord is Cassana, not Lucarys and certainly not Lyonel.""</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Lady Lara Lannister</span></span><br/><br/>It was a welcome surprise that Cassana understood that the realm had to save money, and that the necessary symbols didn't have to cost unnecessary much. Maybe with the proper grooming, she could be a wise queen in the future. As of now though, it seemed as if she was happy with playing queen rather than rule, and Lara saw no need to shatter her illusion, so she continued to talk in the same servile manner.<br/><br/>""It's very wise of you, your majesty. I couldn't have come up with a better solution myself. And for what name you choose, well, I think it's a grand gesture of you to show that<span style=""font-style: italic""> you</span>are the queen, and not lord Tyrell. He would look very silly in a dress, if I may say so about your future husband.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""I wonder how faithful the bride and groom would be to each other though...""</span>Lara thought to herself and unconsciosly looked at Sebasion. She recalled how they had stayed inside a little longer when the dragon came."
3996,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=450,2015-01-13T11:02:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Because Lara was being so easy to work with and appeasing Cassana began to trust her, and decided to confide in her. ""I'm quite scared about marrying to be honest."" She told the Lannister, in an uncharacteristically nervous way. ""It's not lord Tyrell's fault, he's probably one of the best options for marriage I have and he is quite handsome. I just find the prospect of marriage scary. I've never even been very close to a man before apart from Corlys, I was never allowed to get very personal with my male friends and I don't want to do something stupid.""<br/><br/>When she finished talking Ser Ronnel Templeton poked his head through the door and notified her that Quentyn Tyrell was waiting outside of her chambers. ""See what he wants Corlys."" she commanded. Corlys nodded and left her chambers, she was eager to keep lord Tyrell outside for a little while longer until Lara could reply.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Corlys Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Corlys left Cassana's chambers and saw lord Quentyn Tyrell waiting outside. He bowed his head, not sure what to make of the man who would soon be marrying his sister. ""What business do you have with her grace?"" Corlys asked, remaining formal."
3997,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=450,2015-01-13T12:50:00,Romus Maximus,"<blockquote><div><cite>Toronina <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=23121347#p23121347"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lyonel Baratheon</span><br/><br/>""Not at the moment Darion, though if the need arises, I shall send for you. In the mean time, recruit and train the City Watch. I want King's Landing's protections to be enough to protect the large city should the need arise. Make sure your captains are men that you can trust. If anything arises, report to me and the Small Council, Commander."" He said back. Lyonel started to dwell on rumors he had heard, rumors that would need to be brought up to the council. 'If they are true, then we may all be doomed.' He thought to himself. ""You are free to leave, but do make sure you have gold cloaks posted around and in the Great Sept for now.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Yes my Lord. Begging my pardons, but I should be off now. I shall come to you if I am ever in need."" He gave a small bow and left towards the headquarters of the Gold Cloaks. He had demoted all the remaining officers to Sergeant and had announced that he would choose his three captains later. He had made his choice. Ser Jarod Hightower, the younger son of a younger son, Ser Jaecarys Velaryon, a distant cousin of his adopted family and a commoner named Jacelyn of Duskenndale. He would hold a ceremony later."
3998,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=450,2015-01-13T15:29:00,Blobovia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Woodstovia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=23123591#p23123591"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Because Lara was being so easy to work with and appeasing Cassana began to trust her, and decided to confide in her. ""I'm quite scared about marrying to be honest."" She told the Lannister, in an uncharacteristically nervous way. ""It's not lord Tyrell's fault, he's probably one of the best options for marriage I have and he is quite handsome. I just find the prospect of marriage scary. I've never even been very close to a man before apart from Corlys, I was never allowed to get very personal with my male friends and I don't want to do something stupid.""<br/><br/>When she finished talking Ser Ronnel Templeton poked his head through the door and notified her that Quentyn Tyrell was waiting outside of her chambers. ""See what he wants Corlys."" she commanded. Corlys nodded and left her chambers, she was eager to keep lord Tyrell outside for a little while longer until Lara could reply.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Lady Lara Lannister</span></span><br/><br/>""It's normal to be afraid and nervous, many girls are, and boys too, for the prospect of marriage. But there's no need to, usually everything goes well, and if not then you have the Kingsguard to protect you. I can't say I know what you are going through, because I don't. I'm not a maiden, and I've never been betroathed to any man, but I think, and hope, that I can understand. If you ever feel the need to talk, know that I'm here for you my queen.""<br/><br/>She didn't go into the political part of the affair, as she didn't think Cassana was interested in that. Lara had however felt it easy to talk to the queen when she showed a softer side. Some of Lara's old affection for the girl came to life again."
3999,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=450,2015-01-13T16:39:00,Sebastianbourg,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Sebasion Iranassar</span><br/><br/>Lord Sebasion Iranassar, formally a follower of the Lord of Light (R'hllor) but for all intents and purposes irreligious, arrived at the Sept a bit after everyone had arrived. Nevertheless, he made his way to centre of activity and announced his presence discreetly. A strong headache bothered and troubled the Master of Whisperers and at one moment he felt dizzy and almost lost his balance but fortunately he acted with sufficient time as to avoid this although he was not sure whether the other people assembled there had seen his very brief loss of balance.<br/><br/>He wondered what the now-Queen Cassana was planning and whether she would honour her promise to marry Lord Tyrell. Deep inside Sebasion was very bitter at being very close to losing all his chances of ever being with Cassana but at that particular moment he didn't care very much for her; a man ceases to think of women when defending himself against an attack of migraines!"
4000,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=475,2015-01-13T16:45:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Cassana smiled at that, ""Thank you, it means a lot to me. I'm not really close to the ladies of court and I don't have many people to talk with this sort of stuff about."" she had used to talk to her mother but after she passed she really had no close female friends. She had always been isolated as she was a member of the royal family. Lara's comment about the kingsguard made her begin to think of Corlys. ""I do sort of wish that Corlys was kept out of the agreement though. If nothing else I'd like hearing people call him prince. He was close to that Tully girl too, they meant to marry and Lyonel would've given him Oldstones. Now he has to stand still next to me all day. It feels like I'm robbing him of his life."" Sadness began to creep into Cassana's voice. ""At the very least I'll try and convince him to dress up as me so he can be monarch for a few days."" she said jokingly, trying to raise the mood a bit. ""He could have been king after all but he stepped down for me."""
4001,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=475,2015-01-13T20:36:00,Toronina,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lyonel Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Lyonel waited down in the Great Sept for Cassana and the Lords to arrive. He knelt praying out loud to the seven, though in his minds he pleaded with the gods to make sure the rumors were not true. 'Others, Others rising again, oh Seven stop them if this is true.' He thought to himself as he waited."
4002,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=475,2015-01-14T00:10:00,Nuxipal,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Paramount Quentyn Tyrell<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Red Keep, King's Landing</span></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/thumb/9/99/House_Tyrell.PNG/250px-House_Tyrell.PNG""/></div><br/><br/>""I am here to discuss the wedding between myself and Her Grace. Considering that she hasn't had a public coronation just yet, I was going to find out if she wanted the coronation before or after the wedding. Normally, it would be my sister and grandmother taking care of this sort of thing, but because they weren't summoned to the Capital, and I was, they do not know that Cassana will be queen, only that I will be wedding Cassana Baratheon in the near future. I must say, I feel that she is very lucky to have her brother as a Kingsguard at her side at all times. Your skills as a knight both in and out of tournaments are what every man wishes to obtain. I do hope that you choose to participate in tournaments while here in the capital. I enjoy them myself and I don't see myself ending my participation in them any time soon. I do have one concern however.<br/><br/>""I had heard you were to wed a Tully girl. Why back out of that to become a Kingsguard? I'm sure you would have gained a great deal of influence and created an alliance for your family. Think of it. Baratheon of Storm's End and King's Landing wed to House Tully and House Tyrell. The Stormlands, Crownlands, Reach, and Riverlands in an alliance together? That alliance could keep peace in the realm with ease. We would have no need of the Dragon girl that Lyonel seems to want to keep around. I doubt you have taken your vows yet. Tell your sister you'd rather have a wife and children and bring the family honor that way instead of becoming an over glorified bodyguard. She could still keep you around if that's what you are worried about. The small council would surely have a place for you even as just an adviser.""<br/><br/>He seemed in on particular hurry to actually enter the room. In the back of his mind, Quentyn was nervous about the whole situation, but honor demanded that he continue on the path he set for himself and for his family.<br/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Princess Baela Targaryen<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Great Sept of Baelor, King's Landing</span></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2013/228/0/7/house_targaryen_sigil_by_clockhound-d6igay5.png""/></div><br/><br/>Baela had tracked Lyonel to the Great Sept named for one of her more pious ancestors. She was wearing a dress set of armor with a Targaryen cloak. It had a helmet, but she saw no purpose in bringing it. One thing she managed to steal away from her brother, with a promise that he would get it back, Blackfyre. She left Dark Sister with him, so that he would have a Valyrian steel sword in case he needed one. He never used Blackfyre for anything except as a trophy anyway. He never valued it over his personal swords he had made. Baela would put it to better use.<br/><br/>She entered the Sept. Some Warriors Sons were watching her as she approached Lyonel. ""Lord Hand. I report that a message has been sent clarifying the situation between my brother and the Lords Paramount. My brother has also been sent away without any acts of violence. However, I do suggest we look into the continent to the west he spoke of. He may not have been elected, but I do believe he would make a better King than Cassana would queen. She is beautiful and likely smarter than she lets on, but she doesn't seem to have the Kingdom's best interests at heart. I have overheard several servants about her, extra activities. I hope these come to an end should she go through with this planned wedding."""
4003,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=475,2015-01-14T01:40:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nuxipal <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=23132692#p23132692"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Paramount Quentyn Tyrell<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Red Keep, King's Landing</span></span><br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/thumb/9/99/House_Tyrell.PNG/250px-House_Tyrell.PNG"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div><br/><br/>""I am here to discuss the wedding between myself and Her Grace. Considering that she hasn't had a public coronation just yet, I was going to find out if she wanted the coronation before or after the wedding. Normally, it would be my sister and grandmother taking care of this sort of thing, but because they weren't summoned to the Capital, and I was, they do not know that Cassana will be queen, only that I will be wedding Cassana Baratheon in the near future. I must say, I feel that she is very lucky to have her brother as a Kingsguard at her side at all times. Your skills as a knight both in and out of tournaments are what every man wishes to obtain. I do hope that you choose to participate in tournaments while here in the capital. I enjoy them myself and I don't see myself ending my participation in them any time soon. I do have one concern however.<br/><br/>""I had heard you were to wed a Tully girl. Why back out of that to become a Kingsguard? I'm sure you would have gained a great deal of influence and created an alliance for your family. Think of it. Baratheon of Storm's End and King's Landing wed to House Tully and House Tyrell. The Stormlands, Crownlands, Reach, and Riverlands in an alliance together? That alliance could keep peace in the realm with ease. We would have no need of the Dragon girl that Lyonel seems to want to keep around. I doubt you have taken your vows yet. Tell your sister you'd rather have a wife and children and bring the family honor that way instead of becoming an over glorified bodyguard. She could still keep you around if that's what you are worried about. The small council would surely have a place for you even as just an adviser.""<br/><br/>He seemed in on particular hurry to actually enter the room. In the back of his mind, Quentyn was nervous about the whole situation, but honor demanded that he continue on the path he set for himself and for his family.<br/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Princess Baela Targaryen<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Great Sept of Baelor, King's Landing</span></span><br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2013/228/0/7/house_targaryen_sigil_by_clockhound-d6igay5.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div><br/><br/>Baela had tracked Lyonel to the Great Sept named for one of her more pious ancestors. She was wearing a dress set of armor with a Targaryen cloak. It had a helmet, but she saw no purpose in bringing it. One thing she managed to steal away from her brother, with a promise that he would get it back, Blackfyre. She left Dark Sister with him, so that he would have a Valyrian steel sword in case he needed one. He never used Blackfyre for anything except as a trophy anyway. He never valued it over his personal swords he had made. Baela would put it to better use.<br/><br/>She entered the Sept. Some Warriors Sons were watching her as she approached Lyonel. ""Lord Hand. I report that a message has been sent clarifying the situation between my brother and the Lords Paramount. My brother has also been sent away without any acts of violence. However, I do suggest we look into the continent to the west he spoke of. He may not have been elected, but I do believe he would make a better King than Cassana would queen. She is beautiful and likely smarter than she lets on, but she doesn't seem to have the Kingdom's best interests at heart. I have overheard several servants about her, extra activities. I hope these come to an end should she go through with this planned wedding.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lyonel Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Lyonel turned around from his prayers to find Baela Targaryen talking to him. The Warrior Son's watched closely, the order knew of the crimes committed by Maegor and the Black Dread, how could one forget it?. ""This continent west would be a good idea. We know of four continents, yet we have never learned what lies in and beyond the Lands of Always Winter, as Others seem to guard the Frostfangs closely. We've never learned what lies beyond the Five Forts, and just how big this world is. We've barely explored Sothoryos and Ulthos, the only information we have on them is from the Old Valyrian Freehold, which sailors shun to this day, fearing demons. Some Dragonlord's wife traveled far and came back saying that one of the places was very long, as long as Essos was wide. This world is a mystery in many ways Princess, I would be eager to explore this continent Lucarys mentioned. As to the matter of my cousin, I suggest you read the agreement, and I will make sure she is loyal to her husband, even if I have to send her to Highgarden for awhile."" He said to the Targaryen."
4004,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=475,2015-01-14T09:48:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Corlys Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Corlys was a little taken aback by the man's straightforwardness and bluntness. It was weird that the man would try and manipulate him so clumsily. Corlys didn't know why the man was trying to get Corlys to leave the kingsguard but it worried him slightly. ""Lord Tully always seemed to be trying to get me to wed his daughter, and there were some rumors of him saying something to Lyonel but nothing was ever official. Besides, Lyonel has plenty of sons that he can replace me with should lord Tully still want a suitable husband for his daughter. I'm fine with becoming an ""over-glorified bodyguard"" as you put it, and surely you must want the best bodyguard possible for your future wife?"""
4005,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=475,2015-01-15T01:27:00,Toronina,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Brandon Stark</span><br/><br/>Brandon very much disliked being in the Great Sept. It was cold, boring and he didn't even worship the seven. The only reason he hadn't even left yet was due to being needed to sign the contract. It wasn't his favorite part of the day, but he had been wheeled to the Great Sept of Baelor to sign the bloody thing. 'Should have stayed at home.' He though to himself as he waited for the other lords to arrive. ""If they don't hurry up soon and just sign the contract and get out of here."" He muttered to himself, frowning.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ser Vorian Dayne</span><br/><br/>Vorian waited beside Lyonel in the Sept, waiting for the High Lords. He had spent some time praying but soon after, he was willing to admit that he hated being in there with nothing to do at all. He waited for the Queen to arrive, but soon grabbed one of the Kingsguard. ""Ser Roger, go and get the Queen, Ser Corlys and Ser Ronnel, now."" He commanded. ""And no mocking Ser Corlys anymore, you can spread that to your fellow brothers."" Vorian let go and sent the man on his way, and waited."
4006,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=475,2015-01-15T08:25:00,Blobovia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Woodstovia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=23127822#p23127822"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Cassana smiled at that, ""Thank you, it means a lot to me. I'm not really close to the ladies of court and I don't have many people to talk with this sort of stuff about."" she had used to talk to her mother but after she passed she really had no close female friends. She had always been isolated as she was a member of the royal family. Lara's comment about the kingsguard made her begin to think of Corlys. ""I do sort of wish that Corlys was kept out of the agreement though. If nothing else I'd like hearing people call him prince. He was close to that Tully girl too, they meant to marry and Lyonel would've given him Oldstones. Now he has to stand still next to me all day. It feels like I'm robbing him of his life."" Sadness began to creep into Cassana's voice. ""At the very least I'll try and convince him to dress up as me so he can be monarch for a few days."" she said jokingly, trying to raise the mood a bit. ""He could have been king after all but he stepped down for me.""</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Lady Lara Lannister</span></span><br/><br/>""I really appreciate your honesty, your highness,"" Lara said to Cassana and smiled at her joke. ""From the little I've seen, you and Corlys seem to have a very close relation. I'm sure you can talk about almost anything, and why should this be any different? As I said before, you're very wise my queen, and I'm sure you can find a solution that suits the both of you."""
4007,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=475,2015-01-15T14:55:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Cassana begun to think about what Lara told her but before she could say anything Corlys poked his head into the room and told them that they had to go to the Great Sept. Cassana had hoped to wait until a little later... But she supposed that it would be rude to keep everyone waiting. Cassana stood and nodded before motioning for Lara to follow her and leaving her chambers. As soon as she left she came face to face with her betrothed. ""Uhh, hello my beloved."" Cassana squeaked, extremely nervous about talking to her future husband. ""I'm just going to the Great Sept if you'd like to join me-..."" Cassana turned, trying to get out of the conversation as quickly as possible. Not because she disliked the man but because she was nervous. She felt her cheeks get warm and realized that she was blushing much to her embarrassment. Cassana left for the Great Sept, walking quickly and being flanked by Corlys and ser Roger. She assumed that Quentyn and Lara were following her but didn't turn to look.<br/><br/>When she got to the Great Sept she drew herself up into a proud posture, her mother had taught her that she always had to be strong in public, even if she was looking sweet and innocent she had to have a strength to her. Cassana opened the doors and walked in, full of false arrogance she sauntered over to where Lyonel was standing and nodded her head slightly as a sign of respect. She would not bow to him.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Never</span>. ""It's lovely to see you once again Lyonel. I am sure you'll turn into a faithful subject."" Cassana made sure to include the word to remind him that she was queen."
4008,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=475,2015-01-15T22:15:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Woodstovia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=23150758#p23150758"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Cassana begun to think about what Lara told her but before she could say anything Corlys poked his head into the room and told them that they had to go to the Great Sept. Cassana had hoped to wait until a little later... But she supposed that it would be rude to keep everyone waiting. Cassana stood and nodded before motioning for Lara to follow her and leaving her chambers. As soon as she left she came face to face with her betrothed. ""Uhh, hello my beloved."" Cassana squeaked, extremely nervous about talking to her future husband. ""I'm just going to the Great Sept if you'd like to join me-..."" Cassana turned, trying to get out of the conversation as quickly as possible. Not because she disliked the man but because she was nervous. She felt her cheeks get warm and realized that she was blushing much to her embarrassment. Cassana left for the Great Sept, walking quickly and being flanked by Corlys and ser Roger. She assumed that Quentyn and Lara were following her but didn't turn to look.<br/><br/>When she got to the Great Sept she drew herself up into a proud posture, her mother had taught her that she always had to be strong in public, even if she was looking sweet and innocent she had to have a strength to her. Cassana opened the doors and walked in, full of false arrogance she sauntered over to where Lyonel was standing and nodded her head slightly as a sign of respect. She would not bow to him. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Never</span>. ""It's lovely to see you once again Lyonel. I am sure you'll turn into a faithful subject."" Cassana made sure to include the word to remind him that she was queen.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lyonel Baratheon</span><br/><br/>'She doesn't realise a thing.' He thought to himself. He stood up straight, arms by his side. ""It is good to see you,<span style=""font-style: italic"">your grace</span>."" He said, trying not to throw up as he called her grace. ""I see most of the lords appear to be here, are you ready to sign the agreement Cassana?"" He asked her. In a way, he hoped she didn't realise, as once the contact was signed, there was no getting out of this. ""I hope you are ready, seven knows I want this over and done with."" He added so only she could hear. He looked around as the Seven knights of the Kingsguard gathered around, ready to kill anyone would dare to try and kill Cassana, Lyonel or one of the Lords Paramount.<br/><br/>Lyonel stood by the shrines, candles lit to each of the seven except for the Stranger. He waited for Cassana to sign it. ""As you can see, there are mulitple copies, one to be kept here and one for each of the Lords Paramounts, in case our copy is misplaced or burned."" He said. ""Simply sign the papers, and we can be gone and start planning your coronation and the feast."""
4009,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=475,2015-01-16T00:47:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>""Are you ready to sign the agreement<span style=""font-style: italic"">your grace</span>,"" Cassana said quietly, so that only she and Lyonel could hear; correcting Lyonel softly. She looked over the agreement and pretty much froze as she got further through it.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Who did Lyonel think he was?</span>The agreement was totally unfair and unrealistic. But she couldn't ask for edits now, and she certainly couldn't begin arguing with Lyonel before all the lords paramount. Cassana read through the agreement and then picked up a quill and wrote her name in elegant, fine hand writing. She signed the other copies before handing the quill back to Lyonel with a fake smile. She was signing away her freedom. She thought bitterly."
4010,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=475,2015-01-16T13:44:00,Nuxipal,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Paramount Quentyn Tyrell<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Red Keep, King's Landing</span></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/thumb/9/99/House_Tyrell.PNG/250px-House_Tyrell.PNG""/></div><br/><br/>""You know I only want the best for our Queen Cassana. She is the love of my life and I am blessed to be her betrothed. I was simply looking out for my future brother-in-law and fellow knight. If it is truly your wish to guard Cassana, then I am honored to know it is her own flesh and blood that will stand vigil against all those who would do her harm. Upon the day I wed Cassana, I will have already owed you a great debt. Every day after, I will owe you even more. If you ever need something to aid in your guarding of my beloved, say the word and I will use my power as Lord Paramount of the Reach to obtain it."" He turned to enter the room as the door opened and Cassana was there before him. She seemed shy and distracted, quickly retreating.<br/><br/>Before Quentyn could say anything to her, Cassana was on her way to the Sept. She seemed to be avoiding him and that wasn't sitting well with Quentyn. He of course followed her to Baelor's Sept. He knew she would be meeting the Hand there and it may be the perfect time for him to try and convince him to get rid of the Targaryen girl. As they entered he saw that wouldn't be the case. The Targaryen was already there, standing right next to Lyonel.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Maybe he took her for a lover? That's the only thing I can see being why she is kept so close to him.</span>He knew that Cassana would be signing over most of her authoritative power to Lyonel. He didn't like it, but its what got his future wife, and mother of his children, to be the legitimate Queen. Making the children he would have with her, the Heirs of the Iron Throne.<br/><br/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Princess Baela Targaryen<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Red Keep, King's Landing</span></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2013/228/0/7/house_targaryen_sigil_by_clockhound-d6igay5.png""/></div><br/><br/>With Cassana arriving before Baela could respond to Lyonel she kept quiet and stood by Lyonel. That is when her eyes met Quentyn's. He was an attractive man, but he didn't have a warm look to him. He seemed to hate her outright. He didn't know of Baela's reason for coming to Westeros originally and now that she was still here and even named as the Lord of Dragonstone, he must think she was bribing her way into power or worse. She wanted to throw him off, she didn't care what he thought he knew, if he wed the Queen his paranoid delusions would be reality with a few words to Cassana, unless.. unless Cassana liked Baela more than Quentyn.<br/><br/>She watched as Cassana signed her power away to Lyonel. She got what she wanted, the glamour of being the Queen. Lyonel got what he wanted, the power of being the King. Baela had what she wanted, Dragonstone. Now, what did all the other players want and how could she get them these things to settle things down and get on with ruling her lands and enforcing and creating new laws for Westeros."
4011,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=475,2015-01-16T16:32:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Woodstovia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=23155969#p23155969"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>""Are you ready to sign the agreement <span style=""font-style: italic"">your grace</span>,"" Cassana said quietly, so that only she and Lyonel could hear; correcting Lyonel softly. She looked over the agreement and pretty much froze as she got further through it. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Who did Lyonel think he was?</span> The agreement was totally unfair and unrealistic. But she couldn't ask for edits now, and she certainly couldn't begin arguing with Lyonel before all the lords paramount. Cassana read through the agreement and then picked up a quill and wrote her name in elegant, fine hand writing. She signed the other copies before handing the quill back to Lyonel with a fake smile. She was signing away her freedom. She thought bitterly.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lyonel Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Lyonel knew she had signed it, and made sure she signed it properly. ""Now,<span style=""font-style: italic"">your grace</span>, if you have any problem with the agreement, we can speak of it at the council meeting."""
4012,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=475,2015-01-16T18:34:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Cassana peered at Lyonel for a second,<span style=""font-style: italic"">how did he realize that she didn't like the agreement</span>? Well... Maybe he just realized how unfair it was and knew anyone in their right minds would disapprove. ""Now that I've signed the agreement I believe that there's something lord Vorian has agreed to."" Cassana announced. After this she leaned in a little closer to Lyonel and begun whispering ""You still have the sword Fury don't you? But you said it yourself you're not a warrior. Corlys needs it, and I know that he's been feeling insecure about joining the kingsguard. The sword will help calm his thoughts if nothing else."""
4013,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=475,2015-01-17T00:20:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Woodstovia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=23163774#p23163774"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Cassana peered at Lyonel for a second, <span style=""font-style: italic"">how did he realize that she didn't like the agreement</span>? Well... Maybe he just realized how unfair it was and knew anyone in their right minds would disapprove. ""Now that I've signed the agreement I believe that there's something lord Vorian has agreed to."" Cassana announced. After this she leaned in a little closer to Lyonel and begun whispering ""You still have the sword Fury don't you? But you said it yourself you're not a warrior. Corlys needs it, and I know that he's been feeling insecure about joining the kingsguard. The sword will help calm his thoughts if nothing else.""</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lyonel Baratheon</span><br/><br/>""Yes, I do still have Fury."" He whispered to his cousin, wondering what she could be on about. ""I think it would be a splendid idea Cassana, though I was very much planning to give it to my son. I shall think about it, in the mean time, a search will be put out Fury's lost twin. It's somewhere in the Red Keep, but I don't know where."" He said, sounding frustrated. ""Perhaps if it can be found, Corlys would prefer Oathkeeper."" Lyonel said."
4014,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=475,2015-01-17T09:58:00,Sebastianbourg,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Sebasion Iranassar</span><br/><br/>Lord Sebasion Iranassar approached Princess Baela Targaryen still feeling a bit dizzy but confident in his ability to hide the symptoms. As he whispered he began to speak in a low but very much audible (to her at least) tone so that no-one else but the Master of Laws would hear. ""What do you plan on doing now, Princess? Cassana is Queen, Lyonel the all-powerful Hand, and you've got Dragonstone whilst I'm only an insignificant pawn in this game (for the time being at least). Furthermore, Quentyn Tyrell, who is unfortunately Cassana's future husband doesn't seem to like foreigners; understandably, he isn't fond of your house but he doesn't seem to be very fond of me either."""
4015,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=475,2015-01-17T10:17:00,Nuxipal,"<blockquote><div><cite>Sebastianbourg <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=23168992#p23168992"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Sebasion Iranassar</span><br/><br/>Lord Sebasion Iranassar approached Princess Baela Targaryen still feeling a bit dizzy but confident in his ability to hide the symptoms. As he whispered he began to speak in a low but very much audible (to her at least) tone so that no-one else but the Master of Laws would hear. ""What do you plan on doing now, Princess? Cassana is Queen, Lyonel the all-powerful Hand, and you've got Dragonstone whilst I'm only an insignificant pawn in this game (for the time being at least). Furthermore, Quentyn Tyrell, who is unfortunately Cassana's future husband doesn't seem to like foreigners; understandably, he isn't fond of your house but he doesn't seem to be very fond of me either.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""He isn't a threat so long as Cassana doesn't have full power. Even then, he doesn't seem the type to try and have me killed. No one would dare try that with Caeliphon stabled in the Red Keep. Too dangerous. Most likely he will try to have me removed from the Council. Which, wouldn't be the end of the world for me. Quite the opposite really. It would open up a new chapter in my life. As for you, well. You made your choice when you crossed the narrow sea to Westeros. Weren't you granted some castle or another in the Stormlands? You could always go there."""
4016,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=475,2015-01-17T10:50:00,Sebastianbourg,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nuxipal <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=23169135#p23169135"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Sebastianbourg <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=23168992#p23168992"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Sebasion Iranassar</span><br/><br/>Lord Sebasion Iranassar approached Princess Baela Targaryen still feeling a bit dizzy but confident in his ability to hide the symptoms. As he whispered he began to speak in a low but very much audible (to her at least) tone so that no-one else but the Master of Laws would hear. ""What do you plan on doing now, Princess? Cassana is Queen, Lyonel the all-powerful Hand, and you've got Dragonstone whilst I'm only an insignificant pawn in this game (for the time being at least). Furthermore, Quentyn Tyrell, who is unfortunately Cassana's future husband doesn't seem to like foreigners; understandably, he isn't fond of your house but he doesn't seem to be very fond of me either.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""He isn't a threat so long as Cassana doesn't have full power. Even then, he doesn't seem the type to try and have me killed. No one would dare try that with Caeliphon stabled in the Red Keep. Too dangerous. Most likely he will try to have me removed from the Council. Which, wouldn't be the end of the world for me. Quite the opposite really. It would open up a new chapter in my life. As for you, well. You made your choice when you crossed the narrow sea to Westeros. Weren't you granted some castle or another in the Stormlands? You could always go there.""</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Sebasion Iranassar</span><br/><br/>He is not as to stupid so as to directly challenge you to combat; it is obvious that no sane person in Westeros would do that! However, he has many friends and contacts (and rivals too) in this continent which we lack as recently-arrived foreigners; he could always use his friends against us (and especially you). Concerning the castle I was supposedly granted, I haven't heard anything from the Master of Coin (which I suppose is in charge of making suck arrangements). Nonetheless, I can't imagine myself rotting-away in a Westerosi castle; I'd rather return to Lys."""
4017,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=475,2015-01-17T17:21:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Cassana shrugged at Lyonel's offer ""Whatever, I just think that a valyrian steel sword will help him a lot. Now get the other lord paramounts to sign the agreement so we can leave and have a meeting to sort all of this out."" Cassana was still speaking quietly so that only Lyonel could hear her."
4018,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=475,2015-01-17T18:26:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Woodstovia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=23174072#p23174072"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Cassana shrugged at Lyonel's offer ""Whatever, I just think that a valyrian steel sword will help him a lot. Now get the other lord paramounts to sign the agreement so we can leave and have a meeting to sort all of this out."" Cassana was still speaking quietly so that only Lyonel could hear her.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lyonel Baratheon</span><br/><br/>""I'll try and see if I can get him one. And I'm trying. So far only the Prince of Dorne and us have signed it."" He said annoyed."
4019,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=475,2015-01-18T13:50:00,Blobovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Lady Lara Lannister</span></span><br/><br/>""Your majesty, your grace. Perhaps I too should sign the decree right now while we're at it? I have brought my own copy with me."" Lady Lannister had kept a low profile since they left the Red Keep, but now she walked up to the two Baratheons."
4020,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=475,2015-01-18T14:43:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Blobovia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=23183450#p23183450"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Lady Lara Lannister</span></span><br/><br/>""Your majesty, your grace. Perhaps I too should sign the decree right now while we're at it? I have brought my own copy with me."" Lady Lannister had kept a low profile since they left the Red Keep, but now she walked up to the two Baratheons.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lyonel Baratheon</span><br/><br/>""Of course my lady, feel free to sign it."" Lyonel replied, wanting this over and done with."
4021,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=475,2015-01-18T17:25:00,Toronina,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lyonel Baratheon</span><br/><br/>After everyone had signed the agreement, Lyonel walked up to the Small Council chambers. Three Kingsguard accompanied him, Sers Vorian, Roger and Benjen, while the others not doubt accompanied Cassana and her soon to be husband. 'Now to break the bad news.' He thought to himself. Dragon in the Riverlands, Others gathering in a army, Krakens in the Narrow Sea. If any of these rumors were true, there was a heavy danger, and it loomed over Lyonel. 'How do you run a Kingdom when there could be so much danger.'<br/><br/>He sat in his normal seat, as did Vorian. ""I hope you do not mind Lord Hand, but I intend to make Corlys Lord Commander when I die. In order to do so, he will be sitting at meeting with me."" The Sword of the Morning said, blunt and quick to the point."
4022,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=475,2015-01-18T18:15:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Cassana Baratheon waltzed into the small council room with Corlys Baratheon. The last time Cassana was in this room she was being fired by Lyonel. Now she returned as queen. Cassana took her seat at the head of the table. She already had a better track record at council meetings than Eddard. Corlys took a seat next to her. ""Vorian, why are 3 members of the queensguard protecting the queen's cousin? You're his sworn sword Vorian, but there is no reason why Roger and Benjen are protecting Lyonel; I'm the queen not him. Now I don't care if the others aren't here, I've been hearing rumors about some sort of food shortage in King's Landing. How much of this is true?"""
4023,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=475,2015-01-18T18:59:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Woodstovia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=23186665#p23186665"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>CAssana Baratheon waltzed into the small council room with Corlys Baratheon. The last time Cassana was in this room she was being fired by Lyonel. Now she returned as queen. Cassana took her seat at the head of the table. She already had a better track record at council meetings than Eddard. Corlys took a seat next to her. ""Vorian, why are 3 members of the queensguard protecting the queen's cousin? You're his sworn sword Vorian, but there is no reason why Roger and Benjen are protecting Lyonel; I'm the queen not him. Now I don't care if the others aren't here, I've been hearing rumors about some sort of food shortage in King's Landing. How much of this is true?""</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lyonel Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Lyonel was not in the mood for this stuff. ""Cassana, Four Kingsguard should be enough to protect you. Be glad I didn't take Corlys with me."" He said, his tone of voice telling Cassana to knock it off. ""If you will remember, you signed the contract, you are a ceremonial Queen. You get your coronation, your crown, your jewelry, but not the power. I said this while Lucarys was still here, so don't say it caught you by surprise. And yes, we do have a food shortage. I'm trying to fix it as best I can. Get your betrothed to help, the Reach has plenty of food to spare."" Lyonel said annoyed.<br/><br/>""Is 4 Kingsguard not enough for you? Do you need all 7 there? I am not in the mood Cassana. There have been rumors, three very important ones. And if any of them are true I'll lose my godsdamned mind. The Night's Watch says the others are gathering behind once again, moving away from the Frostfangs. Smallfolk in the riverlands are saying there are dragons there, and merchants are reporting Krakens in the Narrow Sea."" It was plain to anyone that Lyonel was very stressed out, and looked tired."
4024,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=475,2015-01-18T20:32:00,Sebastianbourg,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Sebasion Iranassar</span><br/><br/>Lord Sebasion Iranassar could hear Lord Lyonel's response to Queen Cassana's insolent question as he walked into the Small Council's chambers. After laughing in a low tone for a few seconds he greeted all those in attendance and knelt before Queen Cassana in the same manner he had done so when he swore allegiance to her earlier. He offered his help in all possible ways to the Lord Hand, Lyonel Baratheon, who was obviously struggling to maintain order due to the food shortage in the capital, King's Landing, and called on Cassana to ask for assistance from her husband-to-be making it obvious that he did not think very highly of Lord-Paramount Quentyn Tyrell. Following that he took his seat as Master of Whisperers and remained silent waiting for someone to speak."
4025,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=500,2015-01-18T21:06:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Sebastianbourg <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=23188269#p23188269"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Sebasion Iranassar</span><br/><br/>Lord Sebasion Iranassar could hear Lord Lyonel's response to Queen Cassana's insolent question as he walked into the Small Council's chambers. After laughing in a low tone for a few seconds he greeted all those in attendance and knelt before Queen Cassana in the same manner he had done so when he swore allegiance to her earlier. He offered his help in all possible ways to the Lord Hand, Lyonel Baratheon, who was obviously struggling to maintain order due to the food shortage in the capital, King's Landing, and called on Cassana to ask for assistance from her husband-to-be making it obvious that he did not think very highly of Lord-Paramount Quentyn Tyrell. Following that he took his seat as Master of Whisperers and remained silent waiting for someone to speak.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lyonel Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Lyonel gave a nod at Lord Iranassar, obviously stressed. ""We have some troubling rumors Lord Iranassar."" He said, trying to keep calm."
4026,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=500,2015-01-18T21:44:00,Sebastianbourg,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Sebasion Iranassar</span><br/><br/>""Well then,"" Lord Sebasion Iranassar began ""go ahead and we'll see what we can do about it."""
4027,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=500,2015-01-18T22:11:00,Nuxipal,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Princess Baela Targaryen<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Red Keep, King's Landing</span></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2013/228/0/7/house_targaryen_sigil_by_clockhound-d6igay5.png""/></div><br/><br/>Baela couldn't help but snicker.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Dragons in the Riverlands</span>she thought. And he just sent away Lucarys. ""Dragons in the Riverlands huh? I have a few cousins who may have something to say about that. I'll track these Dragons down, but I'll be bringing my Velaryon cousins with me. Should we manage to tame one or two of them, then the Others will have no chance of crossing the Neck. If there are more than two there, then I'll have to bring more cousins. Any more than three dragons and we can take the fight north of the wall. Within a month of having more than 3 dragonriders and I can have the entirety of the lands beyond the wall subdued and defrosted.""<br/><br/>She wasn't boasting. It was her, not Lucarys, that commanded one of the most fear-inducing battles in the War of the Stepstones. It took place, not in the stepstones, but on Greenstone. She had the most lopsided victory in the war, destroying 20 Westerosi ships for every Valyrian one and capturing 20,000 men on the island with only losing 100 of her own. The war ended a month later, but Greenstone was not a part of the negotiations and her greatest victory was taken from her like it didn't matter.<br/><br/>""Send me with my cousins to tame these Riverlands dragons, or kill them if need be, and we will fly north. End the rebellion in the Vale and then to the wall and destroy the others with help from the Northmen and the Night's Watch. The wildlings can bend the knee or burn where they squat. Establish House Thenn as the Lords Paramount Beyond the Wall and task them with preventing another invasion by the others for all time."""
4028,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=500,2015-01-18T23:17:00,Sebastianbourg,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Nuxipal <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=23189210#p23189210"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Princess Baela Targaryen<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Red Keep, King's Landing</span></span><br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2013/228/0/7/house_targaryen_sigil_by_clockhound-d6igay5.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div><br/><br/>Baela couldn't help but snicker. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Dragons in the Riverlands</span> she thought. And he just sent away Lucarys. ""Dragons in the Riverlands huh? I have a few cousins who may have something to say about that. I'll track these Dragons down, but I'll be bringing my Velaryon cousins with me. Should we manage to tame one or two of them, then the Others will have no chance of crossing the Neck. If there are more than two there, then I'll have to bring more cousins. Any more than three dragons and we can take the fight north of the wall. Within a month of having more than 3 dragonriders and I can have the entirety of the lands beyond the wall subdued and defrosted.""<br/><br/>She wasn't boasting. It was her, not Lucarys, that commanded one of the most fear-inducing battles in the War of the Stepstones. It took place, not in the stepstones, but on Greenstone. She had the most lopsided victory in the war, destroying 20 Westerosi ships for every Valyrian one and capturing 20,000 men on the island with only losing 100 of her own. The war ended a month later, but Greenstone was not a part of the negotiations and her greatest victory was taken from her like it didn't matter.<br/><br/>""Send me with my cousins to tame these Riverlands dragons, or kill them if need be, and we will fly north. End the rebellion in the Vale and then to the wall and destroy the others with help from the Northmen and the Night's Watch. The wildlings can bend the knee or burn where they squat. Establish House Thenn as the Lords Paramount Beyond the Wall and task them with preventing another invasion by the others for all time.""</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Sebasion Iranassar</span><br/><br/>The cautious way in which Lord Sebasion Iranassar managed his affairs while in King's Landing had left him with no friends but the powerless Queen Cassana Baratheon and a cordial relationship with the former King and now-Lord Hand of Westeros, Lyonel Baratheon. For this reason, he sought to forge an alliance with the Baela, the Targaryen princess; after all, they had many things in common! Sebasion was a native Lysene and therefore an ethnic Valyrian, they spoke different dialects of the same language (although Sebasion also spoke High Valyrian to a high level perhaps even better than his Low Valyrian while in scholarly debate) and in the end they were both foreigners in the middle of a cynical Westerosi elite.<br/><br/>""Princess Baela, I would support such an endeavour. It seems like an excellent way to wipe out all those problems from the face of this continent. However, I must ask why do you think House Thenn would be the best candidate to rule all the lands beyond the Wall? Do we not have any better candidates? They are reformed Wildings but Wildings nevertheless; it will take a few generations to make them earn what they call themselves, Free Folk.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Accidentally posted this with a puppet at first. </span>"
4029,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=500,2015-01-18T23:34:00,Nuxipal,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Princess Baela Targaryen<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Red Keep, King's Landing</span></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2013/228/0/7/house_targaryen_sigil_by_clockhound-d6igay5.png""/></div><br/><br/>""The Thenns are respected among the Free Folk. When Aegon the Conqueror created a unified Westeros he did two things. He made the Tullys Lords of the Trident and made the Tyrells lords of the Reach. Neither were Kings beforehand, but they had the respect from other lords in the region. The Thenns can be that in the Beyond the Wall territory. They can keep the other wildlings in line and get them to support one another against the Others. If it does not work out, then we simply hand over the lands there to the Starks or the Skagosi. Anyone who is willing to use strength to keep the Wildlings in line.""<br/><br/>Her brother's visit had left its impact on her. She spoke like a Targaryen instead of like a young woman. Strength, respect, conquest. They were Targaryen traits and anyone who had forgotten that she was in fact a Princess of Valyria would quickly be reminded of that now."
4030,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=500,2015-01-18T23:57:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nuxipal <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=23189210#p23189210"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Princess Baela Targaryen<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Red Keep, King's Landing</span></span><br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2013/228/0/7/house_targaryen_sigil_by_clockhound-d6igay5.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div><br/><br/>Baela couldn't help but snicker. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Dragons in the Riverlands</span> she thought. And he just sent away Lucarys. ""Dragons in the Riverlands huh? I have a few cousins who may have something to say about that. I'll track these Dragons down, but I'll be bringing my Velaryon cousins with me. Should we manage to tame one or two of them, then the Others will have no chance of crossing the Neck. If there are more than two there, then I'll have to bring more cousins. Any more than three dragons and we can take the fight north of the wall. Within a month of having more than 3 dragonriders and I can have the entirety of the lands beyond the wall subdued and defrosted.""<br/><br/>She wasn't boasting. It was her, not Lucarys, that commanded one of the most fear-inducing battles in the War of the Stepstones. It took place, not in the stepstones, but on Greenstone. She had the most lopsided victory in the war, destroying 20 Westerosi ships for every Valyrian one and capturing 20,000 men on the island with only losing 100 of her own. The war ended a month later, but Greenstone was not a part of the negotiations and her greatest victory was taken from her like it didn't matter.<br/><br/>""Send me with my cousins to tame these Riverlands dragons, or kill them if need be, and we will fly north. End the rebellion in the Vale and then to the wall and destroy the others with help from the Northmen and the Night's Watch. The wildlings can bend the knee or burn where they squat. Establish House Thenn as the Lords Paramount Beyond the Wall and task them with preventing another invasion by the others for all time.""</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lyonel Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Lyonel looked very relived. ""Thank you princess. Now onto the food crisis. I think if Lord Tyrell is willing to help, it can easily be solved."" He said.<br/><br/>OOC: Sorry about short replies, been busy."
4031,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=500,2015-01-19T00:33:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Cassana looked at Lyonel, perplexed. ""Well done hand you've just given the Targaryens two more dragons to kill us with. They only had two on the Stepstones and now you've given them two more. What does it matter that a few Riverlanders get eaten? It's better than significantly powering our biggest threat. As for the food shortage we shouldn't be actively weakening ourselves, these food problems always sort themselves out so we should just sit back and wait."""
4032,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=500,2015-01-19T01:00:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Woodstovia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=23190318#p23190318"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Cassana looked at Lyonel, perplexed. ""Well done hand you've just given the Targaryens two more dragons to kill us with. They only had two on the Stepstones and now you've given them two more. What does it matter that a few Riverlanders get eaten? It's better than significantly powering our biggest threat. As for the food shortage we shouldn't be actively weakening ourselves, these food problems always sort themselves out so we should just sit back and wait.""</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lyonel Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Lyonel sighed, trying to keep his frustration under control. ""Cassana, I am trying to think of solutions, can you not question ever damn decision I make!? You need to realise that not every damn thought that comes from your head is as good as gold."" He said angrily, trying to think. ""I am sorry Princess Baela, but for once my cousin is right, we can not allow New Valyria more dragons. I will have loyal men attempt to tame or kill the beasts. As for this crisis, it won't solve itself. The city is starving, and I won't allow it the starve. I don't see the problem with having Lord Tyrell deliver some food. The Thenns will be allowed to name themselves king beyond to wall, so long as they do not attack the Night's Watch.""<br/><br/>Lyonel looked at them all, tiredness and frustration obvious on his face. ""Now, if there is anything else, please mention it now, because if it happens later, I will lose my temper, and I really do not want to lose my temper. We need to figure out what drives these bloody Ice Demons, why there may be dragons in the Riverlands, and why there may be Krakens in the Narrow Sea."" He said, collapsing into his chair exhausted. ""By the gods why did the gods make Eddard king? Had my uncle lived, we wouldn't have to deal with these damn problems."" Lyonel's hands clenched into fists. ""Please tell me any other news now, I need to sleep and regain my faculties."""
4033,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=500,2015-01-19T02:51:00,Sebastianbourg,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Sebasion Iranassar</span><br/><br/>""Lord Hand,"" Sebasion began ""I am sure my associates in the Free Cities (especially Lys) who frequently traverse in hopes of selling their Essosi goods here in Westeros would be willing to assist us in finding out what truth their is to the rumours of krakens inhabiting the Narrow Sea separating the two continents. We must require Lord Tyrell to provide us with the food necessary to solve the food shortage here in the capital; it is his duty as a Lord Paramount and a subject of Queen Cassana (and<span style=""font-style: italic"">de facto</span>you). I insist, Princess Baela should be allowed to solve the dragon-problems for once and for all; just look at how she managed the situation with Lucarys Targaryen, her kinsman. Why should we risk the lives of soldiers when we could solve the problem more efficiently?"""
4034,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=500,2015-01-19T08:37:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Sebastianbourg <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=23191123#p23191123"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Sebasion Iranassar</span><br/><br/>""Lord Hand,"" Sebasion began ""I am sure my associates in the Free Cities (especially Lys) who frequently traverse in hopes of selling their Essosi goods here in Westeros would be willing to assist us in finding out what truth their is to the rumours of krakens inhabiting the Narrow Sea separating the two continents. We must require Lord Tyrell to provide us with the food necessary to solve the food shortage here in the capital; it is his duty as a Lord Paramount and a subject of Queen Cassana (and <span style=""font-style: italic"">de facto</span> you). I insist, Princess Baela should be allowed to solve the dragon-problems for once and for all; just look at how she managed the situation with Lucarys Targaryen, her kinsman. Why should we risk the lives of soldiers when we could solve the problem more efficiently?""</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lyonel Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Lyonel turned his stare over to Lord Iranassar. ""And let New Valyria have more dragons? If it came to war between Westeros and Essos, I do not doubt where Baela's loyalty would lie. I hope it will never come to war between the continents. Blood is blood, Lord Iranassar, I would not ask Baela to go against her own family. I would not allow to Have New Valyria contain more dragons. As for the Krakens, I agree, please get to that soon. Now, if that is all, please get me a cup of Dreamwine Grand Maester, I need to sleep."""
4035,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=500,2015-01-19T09:24:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Cassana smiled venomously at Lyonel. He had complained about her ideas and then immediately agreed with them. Maybe it wouldn't be so bad having him hold all her power after all she reflected, looking at her tired; baggy face. She still disagreed with a few of his decisions. She didn't want to give away food with the nights growing shorter. Who cared if a few rat-catchers from Flea Bottom had empty stomachs?<br/><br/>""Well I still have a few disagreements but since you look so tired I'll hold my tongue for now. You need to be well rested since you'll have so much more work to do, holding all my powers. Unless of course you'd like to consider splitting our powers a little."" she said in a taunting tone. She knew Lyonel wouldn't budge but it didn't hurt to try. ""I know the small council meeting hasn't officially ended. But I've done more today than Eddard did in his entire reign so you should be thankful really. It's time for my snack so I'll be leaving now. Corlys!"" she stood up and walked back to her chambers, being trailed by Corlys."
4036,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=500,2015-01-19T11:04:00,Nuxipal,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Paramount Quentyn Tyrell<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Red Keep, King's Landing</span></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/thumb/9/99/House_Tyrell.PNG/250px-House_Tyrell.PNG""/></div><br/><br/>Quentyn did not like taking orders from Lyonel in the slightest. With the days growing shorter he knew the Reach would need its food to feed its own people, however. He couldn't say no to a direct command, ""Very well, Lord Hand. The Reach has always done its duty to the Realm. I will send the orders at the end of this session. I presume that you would like to retain me on the council. Perhaps as the Master of Laws, seeing as our current is a foreigner who has no interest in the laws of our land."" He eyed Baela, whom has just tried to convince Lyonel that it was a good idea for her cousins to tame the Dragons. If she had been successful there, what would be defending Westeros from invasion by the Valyrians within a generation?<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Princess Baela Targaryen<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Red Keep, King's Landing</span></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2013/228/0/7/house_targaryen_sigil_by_clockhound-d6igay5.png""/></div><br/><br/><br/>Baela had been granted permission and then had it revoked. She wasn't terribly happy about it, ""You do realize that without the Valyrian blood, it is likely any attempt to tame those dragons will fail. The Velaryons have faithfully served the realm since its inception. They arrived in Westeros hundreds of years before the Targaryens. If it is your command however, I will not lead them to taming the dragons."" She wasn't about to give up on this. If her plans for her return to Essos were to be successful, dragons were needed. This was a great opportunity and it could not be passed up.<br/><br/>""If the Lord Paramount of the Reach would rather have the position of Master of Laws, then he should be informed that removing me from the council will cede the islands of Claw Isle, Driftmark, and Dragonstone to my rule alone. What I do with them after is my business and no one else. Of course, if the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Esteemed</span>Lord Paramount thinks that these islands are important for the defense of Kings Landing, then I suggest he keep his flowery mouth shut or I will show you what happened when the last Reach King defied the Dragon."""
4037,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=500,2015-01-19T15:05:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nuxipal <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=23194150#p23194150"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Paramount Quentyn Tyrell<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Red Keep, King's Landing</span></span><br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/thumb/9/99/House_Tyrell.PNG/250px-House_Tyrell.PNG"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div><br/><br/>Quentyn did not like taking orders from Lyonel in the slightest. With the days growing shorter he knew the Reach would need its food to feed its own people, however. He couldn't say no to a direct command, ""Very well, Lord Hand. The Reach has always done its duty to the Realm. I will send the orders at the end of this session. I presume that you would like to retain me on the council. Perhaps as the Master of Laws, seeing as our current is a foreigner who has no interest in the laws of our land."" He eyed Baela, whom has just tried to convince Lyonel that it was a good idea for her cousins to tame the Dragons. If she had been successful there, what would be defending Westeros from invasion by the Valyrians within a generation?<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Princess Baela Targaryen<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Red Keep, King's Landing</span></span><br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2013/228/0/7/house_targaryen_sigil_by_clockhound-d6igay5.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div><br/><br/><br/>Baela had been granted permission and then had it revoked. She wasn't terribly happy about it, ""You do realize that without the Valyrian blood, it is likely any attempt to tame those dragons will fail. The Velaryons have faithfully served the realm since its inception. They arrived in Westeros hundreds of years before the Targaryens. If it is your command however, I will not lead them to taming the dragons."" She wasn't about to give up on this. If her plans for her return to Essos were to be successful, dragons were needed. This was a great opportunity and it could not be passed up.<br/><br/>""If the Lord Paramount of the Reach would rather have the position of Master of Laws, then he should be informed that removing me from the council will cede the islands of Claw Isle, Driftmark, and Dragonstone to my rule alone. What I do with them after is my business and no one else. Of course, if the <span style=""font-style: italic"">Esteemed</span> Lord Paramount thinks that these islands are important for the defense of Kings Landing, then I suggest he keep his flowery mouth shut or I will show you what happened when the last Reach King defied the Dragon.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lyonel Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Lyonel slammed his hands on the table. ""Velaryon's are of Valyrian Blood, and I do not know who they would support in a war. If these man fail, the Velaryon's can have a try, but let it be known if they deliver these dragons to Baelor I will not be happy with you princess. As for Lord Tyrell, I appoint you as our Master of Ships. Baela will remain as Master of Laws. Now, this meeting is done. If I am awoken, there best be a good reason for it."" He stormed off to his bedroom."
4038,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=500,2015-01-19T15:40:00,Blobovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Lady Lara Lannister</span></span><br/><br/>""I must say I agree with Baela here. White walkers, wights and the others can only be fought with fire. That fact alone speaks for the use of dragons. And let's not forget that dragons fly, thus making it near impossible for the wights to turn them compared to men on the ground. Also, we no longer have the Wall as a protecting barrier, so this should be dealt with as fast as possible. Therefor it is my strong opinion to let those we know can, handle the dragons in this fight. It could also improve our relations with New Valyria, after that we denied, although with all right, prince Lucarys the throne.""<br/><br/>Lara had sneaked in silently when she arrived after the rest of them. She had been caught up in work and forgot about the time, and at the same time she had tried to convince her bodyguard to sparr with Corlys. It had been hard to talk Ser Branting into it but he had eventually agreed. She wasn't so late as she had thought though, and managed to catch up most parts.<br/><br/>""However, regarding the food shortage I agree with lord Lyonel. We don't want a peasant rebellion upon our throats, so, and I say this with all respect your majesties, it's your bloody<span style=""font-style: italic"">duty</span>to feed the people!"" The last part was aimed at Cassana and Quentyn. She said it almost roaring, and banged her fist on the table."
4039,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=500,2015-01-21T02:52:00,Toronina,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ser Benjen Paege</span><br/><br/>(Doing this little bit to further the plot. Suggested by Woodstovia)<br/><br/>Benjen knew he shouldn't be doing this. The smallfolk out there would be starving, and he couldn't stand it anymore. He'd deal with Queen Cassana, Lord Hand Lyonel, and Lord Commander Vorian later on, now, the people needed a hero. Sneaking into the storage, Benjen had a wagon waiting outside for him and his helpers. ""Come on, let's get this over and done with."" He whispered to the servants.<br/><br/>During the sneaking around, he thought he had been caught by the Queen, though he wasn't sure, and he wasn't going to go back and check. He hoped no one caught him, otherwise, he would be in big trouble."
4040,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=500,2015-01-21T11:15:00,Dain II Ironfoot,"<span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Dothraki Sea</span></span><br/><div style=""float: right;""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/XPthBd7.png""/></div><br/>For a long time things had grown worse for the Dothraki people. The free cities where once again under the control of an empire. Becouse of this the gifts that where offered to the Dothraki Khalasars had become small, some Khalasars didn't even got anything at all on occasions. Attacking the cities had also grown into a risky thing as Dragons would often hunt those down who tried it.<br/>Now the Khalasars of old had fallen apart mostly, some settled in the Dothraki Sea while others took advantage of this and raided them instead of the cities. Amongst them was Dirgo, a Khalasar leader who had not raided a free city in recent years becouse of these risks. He turned towards the Dothraki that had settled upon the land of the horses for the demand of battle.<br/>It was at this time however that things where about to change as more and more of the Dothraki people migrated away to the cities instead of confronting the dangers of these times.<br/>Dirgo had a plan in mind, a plan that would take alot of time and effort, a plan to unite the Dothraki people against these opressors from this Empire. For now this plan couldn't be reached as his Khalasar did not have the amount of men to persuade the larger and more powerfull Khalasars. He himself had to expand his own before seeking the support of others.<br/>As his men had set up camp for the coming few days Dirgo sat down with his youngest son, Marro.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""My boy, Family has become an important matter these days. If i can unite those amongst my family i may be able to unite those outside of it aswell. I asked you here becouse you're the only one that isn't a true Dothraki. An uncle of my grandfather was said to have moved across the poisoned waters. Now we as Dothraki do not wish to cross these waters at any time soon, though you might.""</span>he said to Marro, hoping that he would be willing to make such trip.<br/>Marro wasn't to sure about it though, while he wasn't a true Dothraki, he did felt like one. In the end though he knew the importance of this matter,<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Alright father, i will do this for you.""</span>he replied.<br/>Dirgo figured that while Marro would gather the family on the other continent he himself would gather his family on this one.<br/>Some of Dirgo's family members where leaders of Khalasars, others where part of them. He needed to figure out the best approach to gather them together as a united Dothraki force."
4041,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=500,2015-01-21T11:56:00,Nuxipal,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Princess Baela Targaryen<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Red Keep, King's Landing</span></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2013/228/0/7/house_targaryen_sigil_by_clockhound-d6igay5.png""/></div><br/><br/>With the meeting ended she said her goodbyes to the other Council members and went off to her own office for a moment. She sat down and wrote out a lengthy letter bound for Driftmark. And then another for the Valyrian Embassy. They were identical letters and she left her office to hand deliver the one to the Embassy and have them deliver the one to Driftmark. She did not trust the Maesters to do the deliveries. She rode Caeliphon from the Red Keep to the Embassy, also known as the Dragonpit. There she walked out of the Dragon Stable to find Vaekar, his dark skin tone marked him as very un-Valyrian. He was however, a citizen of Valyria as all its diplomats are. Vaekar's mouth twisted into a grin when he recognized Baela had come back into the Embassy.<br/><br/>""Couldn't keep away could you? The ladies always come crawling back to Vakear"" he said with the same devilish look he gave Baela so many times. She sighed, ""Not now Vaekar, I'm on important business. Go scribble something onto a bit of parchment and send it to Plankytown as you always do. Perhaps this time you'll succeed."" She left him behind as she entered the guest rooms and pushed open the door of her cousin Jacaerys Velaryon, only to find him in the middle of 'entertaining' a lady friend. From the looks of the clothes on the floor, she was some noble from a Crownlander house.<br/><br/>""Cousin Jace, I have a letter for you and your twin Laenor to read once you are.. no longer busy"" she giggled a bit as her older cousin yelled for her to get out. She left the letter on the desk and kept an eye on the two naked figures as they tried to hide themselves from her gaze. Upon closing the door she listened and could hear them resume their actions with renewed vigor.<br/><br/>She then went to the Valyrian Ravenry and sent the other letter to Driftmark. Her Uncle Corlys would most likely be more than happy to send two or three of his children out to find these dragons. Even going so far as to sail and row them up the Trident sufficiently far as to find where these beasts lived. Baela promised not to lead the search, she didn't say she wouldn't tell her family about the rumored dragons. She needed more dragons and hers alone wouldn't be sufficient for her plans."
4042,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=500,2015-01-21T15:32:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Cassana was sitting with Corlys in her bedchambers, eating a lemon cake. She enjoyed the sweetness of the snack and now that she was queen there was no stupid guardians to stop her from eating as many as she wanted! Corlys sat across from her, awkwardly nibbling on his cake. It was clear that he didn't enjoy it and was just humoring her, but she thought it was cute and didn't want to stop it.<br/><br/>Her thoughts began to drift as they often did and she wondered what it would be like for Quentyn Tyrell, to see his future lover's face on a man. It made her giggle a little but she had to stop so that Corlys didn't think she was going mad. Just then Cassana heard an anxious knocking at her door. That was good, people should be afraid of their queen.<br/><br/>""Come in!"" Cassana instructed, and in walked a nervous looking servant. She was a young girl, a couple of years younger than Cassana. She bowed and looked up at her queen with big round innocent eyes. She looked like she was struggling to get her words out. ""Well?"" Cassana asked.<br/><br/>""I'm s-sorry t-to interrupt your grace,"" said the servant. Curtsying deeply. ""But there was something I thought I should tell you..."" the girl seemed to gain confidence as she spoke. ""I saw ser Benjen of the kin-queensguard in the food storage area. He was gathering people to collect food with him to distribute it among the poor of King's Landing. He said not to tell you... But I thought you should know.""<br/><br/>Cassana's eyes filled with rage at the revelation. Ser Benjen was a knight of the queensguard and sworn to serve her! Yet he was sneaking around behind her back like some kind of rat. She had spotted him at the council meeting too, so he knew of her stance of the issue. Still though... The girl was only a servant and could easily be lying.<br/><br/>""Thank you for your report. Ser Corlys please go to the storage room to find out if ser Benjen is there or not."" she instructed, Corlys nodded and stood. ""As for you,"" she said, turning to the servant. ""if this turns out to be true you will be richly rewarded; now go and tell lord Quentyn Tyrell that I wish to talk with him."" the girl nodded, curtsied and then left quickly. Corlys walked over to the door but stopped and turned to Cassana.<br/><br/>""If ser Benjen... If he is there in the storage room. What should I do?"" he asked hesitantly.<br/><br/>Cassana thought for a second. ""If you find him, tell him off and try to get him to stop then come back to me. Whether he actually does stop or not is irrelevant because later we're going to kill him for disobeying his queen.""<br/><br/>All of the colour seemed to drain out of Corlys face in an instant. He looked as if he was going to argue but instead bowed deeply. ""Yes your grace."" he said, quietly. His voice was close to breaking. He left and Cassana took another bite out of her lemon cake, smiling."
4043,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=500,2015-01-21T18:19:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Woodstovia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=23219286#p23219286"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Cassana was sitting with Corlys in her bedchambers, eating a lemon cake. She enjoyed the sweetness of the snack and now that she was queen there was no stupid guardians to stop her from eating as many as she wanted! Corlys sat across from her, awkwardly nibbling on his cake. It was clear that he didn't enjoy it and was just humoring her, but she thought it was cute and didn't want to stop it. <br/><br/>Her thoughts began to drift as they often did and she wondered what it would be like for Quentyn Tyrell, to see his future lover's face on a man. It made her giggle a little but she had to stop so that Corlys didn't think she was going mad. Just then Cassana heard an anxious knocking at her door. That was good, people should be afraid of their queen. <br/><br/>""Come in!"" Cassana instructed, and in walked a nervous looking servant. She was a young girl, a couple of years younger than Cassana. She bowed and looked up at her queen with big round innocent eyes. She looked like she was struggling to get her words out. ""Well?"" Cassana asked.<br/><br/>""I'm s-sorry t-to interrupt your grace,"" said the servant. Curtsying deeply. ""But there was something I thought I should tell you..."" the girl seemed to gain confidence as she spoke. ""I saw ser Benjen of the kin-queensguard in the food storage area. He was gathering people to collect food with him to distribute it among the poor of King's Landing. He said not to tell you... But I thought you should know.""<br/><br/>Cassana's eyes filled with rage at the revelation. Ser Benjen was a knight of the queensguard and sworn to serve her! Yet he was sneaking around behind her back like some kind of rat. She had spotted him at the council meeting too, so he knew of her stance of the issue. Still though... The girl was only a servant and could easily be lying. <br/><br/>""Thank you for your report. Ser Corlys please go to the storage room to find out if ser Benjen is there or not."" she instructed, Corlys nodded and stood. ""As for you,"" she said, turning to the servant. ""if this turns out to be true you will be richly rewarded; now go and tell lord Quentyn Tyrell that I wish to talk with him."" the girl nodded, curtsied and then left quickly. Corlys walked over to the door but stopped and turned to Cassana. <br/><br/>""If ser Benjen... If he is there in the storage room. What should I do?"" he asked hesitantly. <br/><br/>Cassana thought for a second. ""If you find him, tell him off and try to get him to stop then come back to me. Whether he actually does stop or not is irrelevant because later we're going to kill him for disobeying his queen.""<br/><br/>All of the colour seemed to drain out of Corlys face in an instant. He looked as if he was going to argue but instead bowed deeply. ""Yes your grace."" he said, quietly. His voice was close to breaking. He left and Cassana took another bite out of her lemon cake, smiling.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ser Benjen Paege</span><br/><br/>Benjen's heart was pounding in his chest. He was risking a lot with this. If Vorian found him, he'd be dragged by his ear to the Hand of the Queen. Vorian did not like it when Kingsguard disobeyed his orders. When he spotted a white cloak outside, he was quite scared. However, the man who entered did not have Blonde Hair and Purple Eyes as the Daynes, but Black Hair and Blue eyes. ""C-Corlys, what a nice surprise."""
4044,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=500,2015-01-21T18:39:00,Sebastianbourg,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Sebasion Iranassar</span><br/><br/>Lord Sebasion Iranassar left the Small Council's chamber along with everyone else as the day's session ended quite favourably. Having fulfilled the day's most important obligation (attending the Small Council's meeting), Sebasion immediately went to the Grand Maester in order to send ravens to his acquaintances, friends and relatives in the Free Cities of Lys, Pentos, Tyrosh, and even Lys's perpetual rival, Myr in an attempt to find out what truth there was to the rumours of krakens in the Narrow Sea which separated Westeros from the much-larger Essos. He also sent ravens to the Westerosi cities of White Harbour and Gulltown asking to be notified of any developments and updates on the issue of the krakens.<br/><br/>With the ravens sent-off Sebasion bathed and dressed in fresh robes, left the Red Keep in a carriage alone and ventured through the capital's port and docks asking recently-arrived sailors, mariners and merchants whether they had noted any irregularities in the Narrow Sea. An inebriated Braavosi merchant told him he had seen a kraken but Sebasion doubted the story's validity since the man was obviously drunk and other men there made note of his tendency to tell 'large stories'.<br/><br/>Without having reached any conclusions or accumulating any believable evidence Sebasion made his way to the Street of Silk in order to rest and relax. To his dismay, he fell asleep upon arriving and could not put the money he had already spent to proper use. In the end, he arrived at the Red Keep and collapsed unto his study-room's floor with a medical book written in High Valyrian."
4045,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=500,2015-01-21T19:02:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Corlys Baratheon</span><br/><br/>So it was true,,, Corlys thought bitterly. He was going to kill his brother, his sworn brother. He had only said his vows earlier that day and already he would be breaking them. He might also be considered a kinslayer, and cursed in the eyes of the gods. He felt tears welling up in his eyes but forced them back down. He didn't want to kill him, he didn't want to end the life of a sworn brother, but his queen had commanded it.<br/><br/>""What's all of this?"" he asked, feigning ignorance. He almost called him brother but stopped. If he didn't think of him as a brother it'd be easier. ""What in the seven hells are you doing? Does her grace know about this? If not, you need to stop this foolishness right now."" Corlys' voice was on the verge of breaking but he still tried his best to sound commanding. Perhaps... Perhaps Benjen would stop and then Corlys could just say that the servant lied. But he didn't want to lie to Cassana, and the servant would just replace Benjen and most likely be punished too."
4046,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=500,2015-01-21T19:48:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Woodstovia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=23222021#p23222021"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Corlys Baratheon</span><br/><br/>So it was true,,, Corlys thought bitterly. He was going to kill his brother, his sworn brother. He had only said his vows earlier that day and already he would be breaking them. He might also be considered a kinslayer, and cursed in the eyes of the gods. He felt tears welling up in his eyes but forced them back down. He didn't want to kill him, he didn't want to end the life of a sworn brother, but his queen had commanded it. <br/><br/>""What's all of this?"" he asked, feigning ignorance. He almost called him brother but stopped. If he didn't think of him as a brother it'd be easier. ""What in the seven hells are you doing? Does her grace know about this? If not, you need to stop this foolishness right now."" Corlys' voice was on the verge of breaking but he still tried his best to sound commanding. Perhaps... Perhaps Benjen would stop and then Corlys could just say that the servant lied. But he didn't want to lie to Cassana, and the servant would just replace Benjen and most likely be punished too.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ser Benjen Paege</span><br/><br/>Benjen reached for his sword. ""The people out there are starving Corlys, I have to help them. Queen, Lord Hand and Lord Commander be damned, I will not let them starve."" He said, angry. ""I will not stop, kill me and be damned Corlys Baratheon, you are only on the Kingsguard because the Queen is your sister."" Benjen had no respect for his new brother, he was much to young, and all of the rest had not used their family to get onto the Kingsguard. ""I will not let you kill me."" Benjen said, pulling out his sword and waiting."
4047,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=500,2015-01-21T20:02:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Corlys Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Corlys' eyes widened when Benjen drew his sword. At least it'd be a little lighter on his conscience knowing that Benjen would have killed him given the right situation. But Cassana had said to simply tell him off and then report back to her so he raised his arms to show he wasn't going for his sword. ""I'm not going to kill you, why would you even think that? I'm going to simply go to Cassana and Vorian and tell them what you've done. It seemed like a much smaller offence before you drew your sword and threatened to kill your brother. Maybe you'll be taken to one of the black cells."" Corlys told him, a little bit of his confused emotions about the situation were coming out as anger in his voice."
4048,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=500,2015-01-21T22:27:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Woodstovia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=23222743#p23222743"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Corlys Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Corlys' eyes widened when Benjen drew his sword. At least it'd be a little lighter on his conscience knowing that Benjen would have killed him given the right situation. But Cassana had said to simply tell him off and then report back to her so he raised his arms to show he wasn't going for his sword. ""I'm not going to kill you, why would you even think that? I'm going to simply go to Cassana and Vorian and tell them what you've done. It seemed like a much smaller offence before you drew your sword and threatened to kill your brother. Maybe you'll be taken to one of the black cells."" Corlys told him, a little bit of his confused emotions about the situation were coming out as anger in his voice.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ser Benjen Paege</span><br/><br/>Benjen did not attack, nor did he lower his sword. ""You expect me to believe you? I know what you're hear for. I know someone told, I know your sister spotted me. I knew I saw her. She spotted me, did she not? I should he relied on my fellow brother for help,not for some gossipy servants. She wants me dead does she not? Are you the type of man to disobey her orders."" He threw his sword down. ""Go on then, kill me Corlys, kill me and face Vorian's wrath. Even with Valyrian Steel you'd wouldn't match his strength. Kill me, in sight of gods and men, make the Queen proud, proud she knows she can use you for her own personal killer."" Benjen knew if he got caught, it could mean his death. ""Are you a chicken? Kill me!"""
4049,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=500,2015-01-22T06:31:00,Dain II Ironfoot,"<span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Braavos</span></span><br/><div style=""float: right;""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/XPthBd7.png""/></div><br/>After a long trip Marro arrived at Braavos, one of the free cities. It didn't take long before he found a ship that was willing to take him along, ofcourse against a reasonable price. It was the first time Marro went on the poisoned waters aswell as the first time he would visit westeros.<br/>He was unsure of what he was doing at this point as he had no idea where to start searching for this long lost family member. Luckly he knew the language of Westeros quiet decently. He simply hoped that this trip would take long and that he could return after a few weeks at most.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Hey you! Are you still coming?""</span>a man on the ship yelled as Marro looked over the sea. Now was the time to confront his fears of the sea, he just hoped it wouldn't be that bad.<br/>As he got on there was no issue just yet and while sailing over the calm waters everything went good. As soon as the sailed under the Titan of Braavos though, everything started to get bad. Marro eventually ended up standing at the railing, vomiting out his meal while the crew laughed.<br/>This sure wasn't going to be a fun trip for the young man.<br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Dothraki Sea</span></span><br/><br/>Dirgo and the Khalasar had been moving again towards the far east of the Dothraki Sea. After a few days scouts returned, talking about a small village of settled Dothraki in the near distance. Dirgo didn't hesitate and decided that they where going to attack it at once.<br/>Within moments Idrillo rode out with his men. He was the man that liked war and so Dirgo offered him this fight. At arrival he noticed the village, he figured that some two to three thousend people would be present there. He then gave the signal and his men charged at the village.<br/>In matter of seconds people within the village grabbed their weapons in a desperate attempt to defend themselves, this however was in vain and those that tried to resist where eventually slaughtered. Idrillo had killed a few men before he noticed a cute girl who he grabbed with him for some ""good"" times.<br/>Upon arrival of Dirgo, about and hour later, the ""prisoners"" where led up towards him, this included the new girl of Idrillo, who had to stop his action for his older brother.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""I am giving you all two options. Join us to become a mighty Khalasar or die in vain here on the fields of horses.""</span>Dirgo said to the people.<br/>Many of them looked a bit around, eventually joining up with the Khalasar. Those few that refused where executed right away. At last Dirgo had the village burned down and so they moved on further east with 2000 extra people to take care of."
4050,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=525,2015-01-22T16:16:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Corlys Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Corlys blinked at Benjen a few times, realizing that tears were welling up in his eyes. There was nobody nearby, nobody watching. He didn't want to do anything, he didn't want to kill him. He was Corlys' brother, despite what he was saying he was Corlys' friend and he was being executed for the crime of being generous and kind! But Cassana had told him to kill the man. Corlys could hear his heart beating as he took a step forward and shoved his sword through Benjen's heart.<br/><br/>Corlys was shaking as he ran back through the halls of the Red Keep. Most days it was full to the brim with servants and various nobles but today the halls seemed deathly silent. There were tears in his eyes and a couple falling down his cheeks. He couldn't believe it.. He-he'd killed a man. He'd killed his<span style=""font-style: italic"">brother</span>. Corlys fell against a wall and fell into a deep sob. Unable to forgive himself for what he'd done."
4051,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=525,2015-01-22T16:28:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Woodstovia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=23230978#p23230978"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Corlys Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Corlys blinked at Benjen a few times, realizing that tears were welling up in his eyes. There was nobody nearby, nobody watching. He didn't want to do anything, he didn't want to kill him. He was Corlys' brother, despite what he was saying he was Corlys' friend and he was being executed for the crime of being generous and kind! But Cassana had told him to kill the man. Corlys could hear his heart beating as he took a step forward and shoved his sword through Benjen's heart. <br/><br/>Corlys was shaking as he ran back through the halls of the Red Keep. Most days it was full to the brim with servants and various nobles but today the halls seemed deathly silent. There were tears in his eyes and a couple falling down his cheeks. He couldn't believe it.. He-he'd killed a man. He'd killed his <span style=""font-style: italic"">brother</span>. Corlys fell against a wall and fell into a deep sob. Unable to forgive himself for what he'd done.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ser Benjen Paege</span><br/><br/>Benjen soon regretted not killing Corlys sooner, because he felt the blade pierce his chest. He collapsed against the wall, dead."
4052,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=525,2015-01-23T11:47:00,Blobovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Ser Aedulf Branting</span></span><br/><br/>So he was to train with the green boy, the little prince. Aedulf was still reluctant at the thought of it, he didn't see how he could learn anything new from it. Still, he had given in to his mistress, even though he much rather would have trained with the other Lannister guards, and thusly gotten to know his colleuges better.<br/><br/>He sighed as he walked through the Red Keep in search for Corlys Baratheon. Lady Lara had dismissed him from his regular duties and instead ordered him to find him. But where could he be? The knight had even asked others of the Queensguard, but they had no idea either.<br/><br/>He just had to keep looking."
4053,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=525,2015-01-23T12:31:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Corlys Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Crolys began to calm down, firstly slowing down his breathing to a controllable level and then by managing to stop the tears which were streaming down his face. He had killed a man... But all knights and soldiers had killed before right? He couldn't be a member of the queensguard without killing someone eventually. Besides Cassana had ordered him to do it. No matter how hard he tried Corlys couldn't forgive himself and brush off what he'd done.<br/><br/>A large foreign-looking knight turned around the corner, approaching where Corlys was. Corlys was shaking like a leaf and couldn't think straight but managed to deduce that it was Lara's bodyguard Aedulf. He was quietly optimistic about the prospect of training with him. Trusting Lara's opinion on the man. But when Aedulf approached him he was shaking and opened his mouth but no words came out."
4054,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=525,2015-01-23T12:47:00,Blobovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ser Aedulf Branting</span><br/><br/>There he was! Aedulf finally found Corlys around the corner. He forced himself to smile and be polite. ""Ah! Ser Corlys! I was just looking for you."" Corlys seemed to be shocked, almost like a young squire after his first real battle. ""Mylady, Lara Lannister, sent me to train with you... Are... are you all right Ser?"" he asked concerned. Something must have happened that triggered this reaction. But what? Had he seen or heard something he wasn't meant to?<br/><br/>Aedulf knew how much scheming and treachery there could be among the nobles at court, even if he was just a hedgeknight."
4055,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=525,2015-01-23T13:45:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Corlys Baratheon</span><br/><br/>""Yes."" Corlys whispered. His voice was quiet and shaky but decisive. Corlys set off for the training yard with the knight. Not in the mood for conversation with the knight. Corlys got the the yard and equipped a wooden training sword. He was already in his queensguard armour so he waited for the older knight to get changed and take charge of the training."
4056,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=525,2015-01-23T15:24:00,Phalnia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Ruce Harlaw<br/>Blackwater Bay</span><br/><br/>The<span style=""font-style: italic"">Black Tide</span>slipped through the waters of the bay. She was flanked on either side by two longships, both belonging to Iron Fleet and sworn directly to the Seastone Chair. The crew scrambled about the deck and mast, bringing in the sails and tying down ropes. Meanwhile below the deck, rowers were dipping oars as they rowed closer and closer to the dock of King's Landing.<br/><br/>One figure stood still in the midst of the commotion on deck. Lord Ruce Harlaw was an imposing figure, as he stood proudly at the bow of the great longship, his hand resting firmly on the Valyrian long-sword at his waist. He kept his eyes forward on their destination. He ignored the ships they passed, he almost wished that one of these greenlanders would challenge his right of way. His blood still ran hot after silencing a rebellion at home, one of the numerous Goodbrother houses sought to impose their will while Ruce was away. They had paid dearly for their foolishness.<br/><br/>A few minutes later, the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Black Tide</span>slipped into dock along with her escorts, the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Whore's Son</span>and the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Sharkeater</span>. The crew began throwing ropes to the dockworkers as the ship was tied down and a gangplank lowered. Lord Harlaw was the first Ironborn off the ship, further down the dock he spied the other two captains, Bren Saltcliffe and Donnar Wynch.<br/><br/>Together, the three captains and about a dozen of their men walked through the maze of wooden docks and pushed their way through the Mud Gate, a task made easier by Ruce's position on the Small Council. The group eventually passed through the gate of the Red Keep and made their way to the Keep itself."
4057,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=525,2015-01-23T18:23:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Phalnia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=23242109#p23242109"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Ruce Harlaw<br/>Blackwater Bay</span><br/><br/>The <span style=""font-style: italic"">Black Tide</span> slipped through the waters of the bay. She was flanked on either side by two longships, both belonging to Iron Fleet and sworn directly to the Seastone Chair. The crew scrambled about the deck and mast, bringing in the sails and tying down ropes. Meanwhile below the deck, rowers were dipping oars as they rowed closer and closer to the dock of King's Landing.<br/><br/>One figure stood still in the midst of the commotion on deck. Lord Ruce Harlaw was an imposing figure, as he stood proudly at the bow of the great longship, his hand resting firmly on the Valyrian long-sword at his waist. He kept his eyes forward on their destination. He ignored the ships they passed, he almost wished that one of these greenlanders would challenge his right of way. His blood still ran hot after silencing a rebellion at home, one of the numerous Goodbrother houses sought to impose their will while Ruce was away. They had paid dearly for their foolishness.<br/><br/>A few minutes later, the <span style=""font-style: italic"">Black Tide</span> slipped into dock along with her escorts, the <span style=""font-style: italic"">Whore's Son</span> and the <span style=""font-style: italic"">Sharkeater</span>. The crew began throwing ropes to the dockworkers as the ship was tied down and a gangplank lowered. Lord Harlaw was the first Ironborn off the ship, further down the dock he spied the other two captains, Bren Saltcliffe and Donnar Wynch. <br/><br/>Together, the three captains and about a dozen of their men walked through the maze of wooden docks and pushed their way through the Mud Gate, a task made easier by Ruce's position on the Small Council. The group eventually passed through the gate of the Red Keep and made their way to the Keep itself.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lyonel Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Lyonel had received a letter, saying that Lord Harlaw had arrived. Some time back, he had invited Lord Harlaw to the Small Council, as the Master of Ships. No one apart from the Redwyne and maybe the Manderly Fleet, could match the power and skill of the Iron Fleet. He waited near the Entrance to the Red Keep, Sers Vorian, Roger and Andrew of the Kingsguard, protecting him from any assassins. Ser Benjen had been found dead, likely a skilled man had defeated them. Lyonel did not trust Baelor Targaryen one bit, and would not be surprised of the Emperor of New Valyria had ordered a hit.<br/><br/>""Ah, Lord Harlaw, I see you have arrived."" He said to the Ironborn, the newest addition to the Small Council. He turned to one of the Kingsguard. ""Ser Roger, summon my cousins, Lana, Baela and Sebasion please, I intend to hold another meeting."" He said to the man. Ser Roger nodded and set off. ""I hope you will enjoy your time in the capital Lord Harlaw."""
4058,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=525,2015-01-23T19:22:00,Sebastianbourg,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Sebasion Iranassar</span><br/><br/>Ser Roger entered Lord Sebasion Iranassar's study only to find him still on the floor reading from the High Valyrian medical book he had fallen unconscious with. A look of obvious discomfort could be seen on the face of the Lysene but once he was told why he had been sent for he shrugged off all the symptoms of his apparent illness (which remained a mystery) and made an attempt to look as presentable as possible. While on the way to meet the Hand of the Queen, Lord Lyonel Baratheon, and the new Master of Ships, Lord Harlaw, Sebasion stumbled and faltered several times only to be prevented from collapsing by Ser Roger. Finally, he arrived in front of the newest member of the Small Council."
4059,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=525,2015-01-23T19:24:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Sebastianbourg <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=23244513#p23244513"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Sebasion Iranassar</span><br/><br/>Ser Roger entered Lord Sebasion Iranassar's study only to find him still on the floor reading from the High Valyrian medical book he had fallen unconscious with. A look of obvious discomfort could be seen on the face of the Lysene but once he was told why he had been sent for he shrugged off all the symptoms of his apparent illness (which remained a mystery) and made an attempt to look as presentable as possible. While on the way to meet the Hand of the Queen, Lord Lyonel Baratheon, and the new Master of Ships, Lord Harlaw, Sebasion stumbled and faltered several times only to be prevented from collapsing by Ser Roger. Finally, he arrived in front of the newest member of the Small Council.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lyonel Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Lyonel looked in confusion as Ser Roger helped Sebasion into the Council chambers. ""Lord Harlaw, this is Sebasion Iranassar, Lord of Summerhall and Master of Whisperers. Lord Iranassar, you may leave if you wish to. Are you feeling okay? Getting Enough sleep?"""
4060,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=525,2015-01-23T19:34:00,Sebastianbourg,"<blockquote><div><cite>Toronina <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=23244542#p23244542"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Sebastianbourg <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=23244513#p23244513"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Sebasion Iranassar</span><br/><br/>Ser Roger entered Lord Sebasion Iranassar's study only to find him still on the floor reading from the High Valyrian medical book he had fallen unconscious with. A look of obvious discomfort could be seen on the face of the Lysene but once he was told why he had been sent for he shrugged off all the symptoms of his apparent illness (which remained a mystery) and made an attempt to look as presentable as possible. While on the way to meet the Hand of the Queen, Lord Lyonel Baratheon, and the new Master of Ships, Lord Harlaw, Sebasion stumbled and faltered several times only to be prevented from collapsing by Ser Roger. Finally, he arrived in front of the newest member of the Small Council.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lyonel Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Lyonel looked in confusion as Ser Roger helped Sebasion into the Council chambers. ""Lord Harlaw, this is Sebasion Iranassar, Lord of Summerhall and Master of Whisperers. Lord Iranassar, you may leave if you wish to. Are you feeling okay? Getting Enough sleep?""</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Sebasion Iranassar</span><br/><br/>""Ah?"" began the Master of Whisperers ""Y-yes, I am fine your Lordship; nothing more than a particularly bad and bothersome cold I assure you Lord Lyonel. It is a pleasure to meet you Lord Harlaw. It is a pity that you have to see me in this 'terrible' state of health but unfortunately one does not decide when illness strikes! Now, if you excuse me I will go get some rest and hopefully I will get better by tomorrow or perhaps even later today. Lord Lyonel,"" the Lord of Summerhall turned to the Hand of the Queen, Lord Lyonel Baratheon ""Please tell the Queen (and the other members of the Small Council) to excuse my absence; exaggerate a bit so as to prevent them from thinking I am only trying to free myself from attending Small Council sessions!"""
4061,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=525,2015-01-23T19:47:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Sebastianbourg <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=23244610#p23244610"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Toronina <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=23244542#p23244542"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lyonel Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Lyonel looked in confusion as Ser Roger helped Sebasion into the Council chambers. ""Lord Harlaw, this is Sebasion Iranassar, Lord of Summerhall and Master of Whisperers. Lord Iranassar, you may leave if you wish to. Are you feeling okay? Getting Enough sleep?""</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Sebasion Iranassar</span><br/><br/>""Ah?"" began the Master of Whisperers ""Y-yes, I am fine your Lordship; nothing more than a particularly bad and bothersome cold I assure you Lord Lyonel. It is a pleasure to meet you Lord Harlaw. It is a pity that you have to see me in this 'terrible' state of health but unfortunately one does not decide when illness strikes! Now, if you excuse me I will go get some rest and hopefully I will get better by tomorrow or perhaps even later today. Lord Lyonel,"" the Lord of Summerhall turned to the Hand of the Queen, Lord Lyonel Baratheon ""Please tell the Queen (and the other members of the Small Council) to excuse my absence; exaggerate a bit so as to prevent them from thinking I am only trying to free myself from attending Small Council sessions!""</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lyonel Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Lyonel smiled and nodded. ""Go get some sleep then. I will tell the rest of the council about your illness."" He said to Sebassion. ""A cold can be a nasty thing if left untreated, and I would not like to have to find a new Master of Whisperers. Grand Maester Oswell will check up on you afterwords."" Lyonel sent the Master of Whisperers away to get some rest and sat down at his place at the table."
4062,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=525,2015-01-24T11:52:00,Blobovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Ser Aedulf Branting</span></span><br/><br/>Aedulf was a man of few words himself, so Corlys' silence didnt bother him. Still, he found his behaviour odd, and wanted to know what caused it. Especially if it in any way could effect lady Lannister. As they came to the training yard Aedulf got changed and took off his crimson Lannister tunic. He had braided his hair and tied it into a ponytail, so it wouldn't fall into his eyes during the combat session. His unusual haircut gave him quite a savage appearance. A whim struck him, and he decided to fight bare chested, just for the heck of it. He picked up a training sword and turned to Corlys.<br/><br/>""Ready?""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Lady Lara Lannister</span></span><br/><br/>Lara entered the council chamber, for once early to a meeting.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Always nice with a little variation""</span>, she thought. She was very curious on who the new Master of Ships could be, although she had her suspicions.<br/><br/>Lord Lyonel was there, and Sebasion Iranassar, looking rather unwell. But what caught her gaze was the third man, which she didn't recognize. It muust be him.<br/><br/>""Greetings, my dear gentlemen. Here I am now, and even in time for a change"", she said and smiled at her own joke."
4063,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=525,2015-01-24T12:04:00,Phalnia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Ruce Harlaw</span><br/><br/>Lord Harlaw returned the greeting of the Baratheon. ""I appreciate the welcome and the invitation to the Small Council, Lord Hand. And I to hope to find enjoyment here."" Before Ruce could continue however a man stumbled towards them, being supported by a knight. He was introduced as Lord Iranassar, Lord of Summerhall and Master of Whisper.<br/><br/>""A pleasure Lord Iranassar."" Ruce replied to the ill man. He turned to the two captains accompanying him. ""Saltcliffe, Wynch go back to the ships. I'll be here a while."" The two men nodded and led the party back to the ships, as Harlaw entered the council chambers.<br/><br/>""A quick recovery, Lord Iranassar."" Was the only thing the Ironborn said as he chose a seat at the table, silently awaiting the rest of the council. He did not have to wait long.<br/><br/>A young woman had entered the chamber. Harlaw looked her over once and nodded towards her as he stroked his beard."
4064,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=525,2015-01-24T12:14:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Corlys Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Corlys scowled at the Dothraki. He was fighting a prince in the training grounds of the Red Keep, not sparring with some hedge knight from Flea Bottom in a field somewhere. ""I know I look like my sister but I'm not a girl so put a shirt on and we'll train properly.""<br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Cassana was still waiting for Quentyn to arrive at her chambers when ser Roger came to her chambers and informed her of another small council meeting. Cassana scowled and left for the small council room annoyed. When she arrived she waltzed into the room without saying a word and sat down at the head of the table. Uninterested in the man she didn't recognize who was in the room with them. A messenger or something probably. ""What's this meeting about then?"" Cassana asked."
4065,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=525,2015-01-24T15:29:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Blobovia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=23251183#p23251183"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Ser Aedulf Branting</span></span><br/><br/>Aedulf was a man of few words himself, so Corlys' silence didnt bother him. Still, he found his behaviour odd, and wanted to know what caused it. Especially if it in any way could effect lady Lannister. As they came to the training yard Aedulf got changed and took off his crimson Lannister tunic. He had braided his hair and tied it into a ponytail, so it wouldn't fall into his eyes during the combat session. His unusual haircut gave him quite a savage appearance. A whim struck him, and he decided to fight bare chested, just for the heck of it. He picked up a training sword and turned to Corlys.<br/><br/>""Ready?""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Lady Lara Lannister</span></span><br/><br/>Lara entered the council chamber, for once early to a meeting. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""Always nice with a little variation""</span>, she thought. She was very curious on who the new Master of Ships could be, although she had her suspicions. <br/><br/>Lord Lyonel was there, and Sebasion Iranassar, looking rather unwell. But what caught her gaze was the third man, which she didn't recognize. It muust be him.<br/><br/>""Greetings, my dear gentlemen. Here I am now, and even in time for a change"", she said and smiled at her own joke.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lyonel Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Lyonel nodded to Lara. ""Greeting my dear lady. I wish for you to meet, Lord Ruce Harlaw."" He said, obviously referring to the Ironborn in the room. ""Ruce is to be our new Master of Ships."" Lyonel said simply. ""We are also here to discuss the death of Ser Benjen as well as who will fill in the three adviser spots. It is not everyday a Kingsguard is found murdered, and we need to discuss who might have done it and what actions we can take."" Lyonel sat down at his spot at the table, waiting for the rest to arrive. He wondered to himself, just how big of an army the Others were gathering. 'Could dragons be enough?' He thought to himself.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Woodstovia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=23251418#p23251418"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Corlys Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Corlys scowled at the Dothraki. He was fighting a prince in the training grounds of the Red Keep, not sparring with some hedge knight from Flea Bottom in a field somewhere. ""I know I look like my sister but I'm not a girl so put a shirt on and we'll train properly.""<br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Cassana was still waiting for Quentyn to arrive at her chambers when ser Roger came to her chambers and informed her of another small council meeting. Cassana scowled and left for the small council room annoyed. When she arrived she waltzed into the room without saying a word and sat down at the head of the table. Uninterested in the man she didn't recognize who was in the room with them. A messenger or something probably. ""What's this meeting about then?"" Cassana asked.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Cassana, please sit down. We have things to discuss."" He said simply. ""And if you are wondering who the man in the room is, he is Lord Ruce Harlaw, our new Master of Ships. We also need to discuss the death of Ser Benjen, mainly who might have done it and what actions we can take. I also mean to fill the three adviser spots on the council, so that it will be full. One member I'm afraid won't be attending. Lord Iranassar has been sick lately, and from what I have seen of him, he needs to sleep for a while and regain his strength. Now, where are Vorian and Corlys?"""
4066,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=525,2015-01-25T10:08:00,Blobovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Ser Aedulf Branting</span></span><br/><br/>""If you say so."" Aedulf shrugged. ""But I have an idea. We fight this round with armor, the next without, and so on. That way we can practise two very different techincs. What do you say, my prince?""<br/><br/>Aedulf put on his armor and waited for Corlys to respond.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Lady Lara Lannister</span></span><br/><br/>Lara answered Lyonel's question. ""I believe Ser Corlys might be training together with one of my men, lord Hand.""<br/><br/>She studied the persons around her. Lyonel looked tired and worn out, even more so than usual. The pressure of his work seemed to have gotten hold of him. His cousin, queen Cassana, seemed as arrogant and bitchy as ever before. Lord Harlaw and his ironmen looked fierce and harsh in their beards, as the ironborn often did. Lara had to talk with him, the new Master of Ships, later, she would have to remind herself. Another idea on how to improve the Westerosi finances had come up in her head, and she needed house Harlaw's support."
4067,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=525,2015-01-26T05:22:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Blobovia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=23263269#p23263269"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Ser Aedulf Branting</span></span><br/><br/>""If you say so."" Aedulf shrugged. ""But I have an idea. We fight this round with armor, the next without, and so on. That way we can practise two very different techincs. What do you say, my prince?""<br/><br/>Aedulf put on his armor and waited for Corlys to respond.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Lady Lara Lannister</span></span><br/><br/>Lara answered Lyonel's question. ""I believe Ser Corlys might be training together with one of my men, lord Hand."" <br/><br/>She studied the persons around her. Lyonel looked tired and worn out, even more so than usual. The pressure of his work seemed to have gotten hold of him. His cousin, queen Cassana, seemed as arrogant and bitchy as ever before. Lord Harlaw and his ironmen looked fierce and harsh in their beards, as the ironborn often did. Lara had to talk with him, the new Master of Ships, later, she would have to remind herself. Another idea on how to improve the Westerosi finances had come up in her head, and she needed house Harlaw's support.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lyonel Barahtheon</span><br/><br/>Lyonel nodded towards Lara. He was feeling quite tired lately, the pressures of running an entire continent, while having to deal with Cassana made his head hurt sometimes. ""Alright then, well, I guess I could introduce him to the Master of Ships later. At the moment, we need to discuss who will replace Ser Benjen on the Kingsguard, who could have killed him. Ad there are still three adviser spots on the council. They are first off. We need three competent people to replace them, and depending on their skills, change the name to something that sounds better then just 'Advis-' Suddenly, he was cut off by a yawn. He quickly regained his composure. ""Then just adviser. Any suggestions as to who?"""
4068,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=525,2015-01-27T15:42:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Cassana's ears pricked up. Benjen was dead? She had to stop herself from smiling, she'd have to remember to reward Corlys later. Cassana shrugged and made sure she seemed uninterested in the whole incident ""It's nice to meet you lord Harlaw, As for Corlys I don't know where he is but he did mention something about training. We should get the gold cloaks to immediately investigate this death scene. I don't want the death of a queensguard to go unpunished. As for an advisor I think the future husband of the queen should have a spot on the council."""
4069,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=525,2015-01-27T17:51:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Woodstovia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=23293363#p23293363"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Cassana's ears pricked up. Benjen was dead? She had to stop herself from smiling, she'd have to remember to reward Corlys later. Cassana shrugged and made sure she seemed uninterested in the whole incident ""It's nice to meet you lord Harlaw, As for Corlys I don't know where he is but he did mention something about training. We should get the gold cloaks to immediately investigate this death scene. I don't want the death of a queensguard to go unpunished. As for an advisor I think the future husband of the queen should have a spot on the council.""</div></blockquote><br/>Lyonel did not notice nor suspect a thing of Cassana, he was more preoccupied in the thought that it was a New Valyrian Assassin. ""Well, alright then, I suspect he will meet the new Master of Ships later on. As for Lord Tyrell, since the Reach is so bountiful, he will be the newly created Master of Food, his job will be making sure that the realm does not starve, especially powerful nobles. Any other job he can have will be discussed by the council."" He turned to the balding Grand Maester. ""Grand Maester, do be sure to send a message to Lord Tyrell informing him of his position. Now, are there any candidates for the rest of the positions? And where is our Master of Laws? Baela should be here."""
4070,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=525,2015-01-28T03:30:00,Blobovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Lady Lara Lannister</span></span><br/><br/>""Lord Hand, forgive me but I can't help feeling that there's something you're not telling us. Please, easen your burden and enlighten us. We are all here to govern the realm and we share the responsibility, so it is our right to know, whatever it is""<br/><br/>Lara wondered what secret he held, that was putting weight on his shoulders. A new threat against the kingdom, or just more gruesome details about the old ones? Had it something to do with the murder? The killer was most likely a faceless man, she suspected, but on who's order had he acted?<br/><br/>A queensguard was not someone who got killed in a drunken fight or by simple robbers, especially not as it had happened inside the walls of the Red Keep."
4071,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=525,2015-01-29T00:12:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Blobovia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321315&amp;p=23299489#p23299489"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Lady Lara Lannister</span></span><br/><br/>""Lord Hand, forgive me but I can't help feeling that there's something you're not telling us. Please, easen your burden and enlighten us. We are all here to govern the realm and we share the responsibility, so it is our right to know, whatever it is""<br/><br/>Lara wondered what secret he held, that was putting weight on his shoulders. A new threat against the kingdom, or just more gruesome details about the old ones? Had it something to do with the murder? The killer was most likely a faceless man, she suspected, but on who's order had he acted?<br/><br/>A queensguard was not someone who got killed in a drunken fight or by simple robbers, especially not as it had happened inside the walls of the Red Keep.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lyonel Baratheon</span><br/><br/>""Rumors are troubling me Lady Lara, rumors that the others gather again. Ser Benjen's death troubles me as well. It would not surprise me if Baelor ordered the hit. The threat of the Others, rumors of dragons and... and."" Lyonel began to shake. He had recived a letter this morning, about his son Davos. ""I-I am sorry, but this last thing I needs private. I only wish for my relations to know for now."" He continued, still shaking. He had driven it out of his mind, but it had entered again, when Lara asked him what was wrong. ""I am sorry, I must take my leave."" Lyonel said, walking out of the chambers."
4072,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=525,2015-01-29T10:52:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cassana Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Cassana was satisfied with Quentyn's new appointment, and as long as he was ""master of food"" she could probably convince him to do as little as possible to help the peasants. Sometimes rulers had to make hard decisions and Cassana felt that saving their food for winter was the most prudent action. The crisis would eventually sort itself out. When he left the room she snorted at his weakness. This was who so many wanted to be king? Cassana decided she'd wait for the Targaryen girl before attempting to continue the meeting.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Corlys Baratheon</span><br/><br/>""Sure,"" Corlys shrugged. It felt a little weird sparring topless and he was still shaky due to... What had happened. But he'd try at the very least. His mouth tasted metallic and he could feel that he wanted to cry but held it in. ""when you're ready ser."" he said in a meek voice."
4073,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=525,2015-01-30T03:16:00,Blobovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Lady Lara Lannister</span></span><br/><br/>""Very well, your Majesty, I guess you are in charge of this meeting now"", she said to Cassana, and waited for her to take the word. She reflected over what Lyonel had said. Surely the dragons would eradicate the others in no time. But what if they didn't? Undead ice dragons, turned against their masters... Lara shuddered when she thought of it.<br/><br/>Were was Baela? Could the Hand be correct in his assumption that the Targaryens were behind Benjen's death? She had always seen Baela as different and more civilized than the rest of her family, but maybe she had been wrong.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Ser Aedulf Branting</span></span><br/><br/>Aedulf nodded. Without saying anything more, he lashed out with his sword and attacked his opponent. He didn't use all of his brute force, as he wanted to get a feeling of Corlys first, but still a considerable bit of it."
4074,500 AL. A Game of Thrones/ASOIAF RP (IC/OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321315&start=525,2015-01-30T04:39:00,Toronina,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lyonel Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Lyonel continued on, towards his bedroom, reading the note in his head. His eldest son, Davos, sick with a fever, Maester Janos saying that the boy had fallen asleep and had yet to wake. It hurt him deep to know that his sons were far away, and he was unable to help them. He decided he might bring them to court, as squires. Stannis needed to be brought to court as well, as the young boy seemed to be becoming like his namesake. He would send for them both, perhaps even Jeyne. It would bring a smile to his face to seem them all again, but it seemed dangerous. With an assassin seemingly on the loose, perhaps King's Landing might not be the safest place for them. Grand Maester Oswell was a skilled man, and perhaps his fingers could heal Davos. Only the gods would know. On his way, he passed the Lord Commander, wondering why he was late to the meeting.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ser Vorian Dayne</span><br/><br/>Vorian had been writing in the white book, about the death of Ser Benjen. It saddened him to know Benjen was dead, but Benjen was dead now and there was not much use thinking about it. He walked to the meeting, wondering where Corlys could be. Perhaps at the meeting already, or caught up in the yard. He passed the Hand and nodded to him, Sers Roger and Andrew waiting at his door. He continued off, and entered the Council Chambers, taking his seat."
4075,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451,2014-11-25T11:41:00,The Armed Republic of Dutch Coolness,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://img4.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20100601070335/dragonage/images/e/e1/DAlogohi-res2.png""/><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321182"" rel=""nofollow"">Archive Thread</a><br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321181"" rel=""nofollow"">OOC Thread</a></span><br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321354"" rel=""nofollow"">History Thread</a></span><br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""War is consuming Thedas. The Circle has been disbanded, the Templars have left the Chantry in rebellion. Now, these two are at each other's throats, seeking to wipe the other from the earth. Nine hundred years of stability have been shattered, and the Chantry is in turmoil. With most of the Templars and all of the Circles of Magi lost to them, their power is crumbling as war engulfs the world, the flames of battle leaving nought but destruction in their path, both the innocent and guilty dying in its fires. It is in these troubled days that you have joined us, the mercenaries of the Shattered Blade warband, to find your fortune and fame, and perhaps a way out of your troubled past, and those that would harm you for it...""</span><br/><br/><hr/><br/><div style=""float: left;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">OP:</span> The Armed Republic of Dutch Coolness.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Co-op:</span> Templar High Council.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Co-op:</span> Asyir.</blockquote></div><div style=""float: right;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=304211"" rel=""nofollow"">This RP was created with the help of The Council of the Multiverse RP group.<br/> Click me to find out more!</a></blockquote></div><br/><br/><br/><br/><br/><br/><hr/></div><br/><br/>The cold, harsh northern winds blew against Samantha Deloffre's face, Grey Warden, running through her hair as she turned around, walking back from the balcony inside. At the table sat two hooded men, dressed in warm, black robes with red finery. Next to them stood another figure clad in the same regalia, most likely a woman, who had remained quiet during the conversation. ""Do we have a deal then, Lady Deloffre?"" the man on the right spoke, with a voice that sounded like gravel. Samantha nodded. ""We have a deal."" She walked over towards them, shook the man's hand, and put her hands on the oaken table. ""However, you still have not told me where we are to deliver it, and where we shall receive our reward. Might I enquire as to that, now?"" The man's hood moved a bit, implying that underneath it he was nodding. ""When you return with the Artifact, we shall be here, in your castle. With the reward, naturally. Five-hundred gold sovereigns, and with hired stonemasons to help you repair those walls."" Samantha, again, nodded. ""Then I bid you farewell, gentlemen. We shall leave shortly for this place, and get your artifact."" The two men stood up, and the three left the room, leaving the Grey Warden behind.<br/><br/>Several minutes later, she left the Keep - if one could still call it that. She looked around, for the others. They had work to do, and they'd better prepare, knowing what lay ahead... It'd be dangerous, most assuredly, but well worth it. Stonemasons would fix not only the keep, but also the Castle walls - and then there were those 500 Sovereigns, too. Yes. Well worth it, indeed."
4076,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451,2014-11-25T12:41:00,The Templar High Council,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Armed Republic of Dutch coolness <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22566462#p22566462"">wrote</a>:</cite>Several minutes later, she left the Keep - if one could still call it that. She looked around, for the others. They had work to do, and they'd better prepare, knowing what lay ahead... It'd be dangerous, most assuredly, but well worth it. Stonemasons would fix not only the keep, but also the Castle walls - and then there were those 500 Sovereigns, too. Yes. Well worth it, indeed.</div></blockquote><br/>""So Ms. Warden. What have you got for us?"" Adrian said from nearby. The band's tents were set up in the castle's courtyard,as most of the building was uninhabitable. ""Hopefully something to get us out of the cold."" He pulled his cloak tighter around him, shivering slightly in the face of such extreme weather.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Didn't snow like this in Kirkwall...</span>he though to himself."
4077,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451,2014-11-25T13:04:00,The Armed Republic of Dutch Coolness,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""> Samantha Deloffre </span><br/><br/>""We, dear Sirrah, are going on the hunt for an artifact, in some cave in these mountains. Can't say for whom and why, since I'd have to kill you if I did, but well... they're from up north. Should give you a hint as to whom they are, eh. And I'm sure those caves are a lot warmer than this place."" She looked around. ""Good pay for it, too. Stonemasons'll fix the walls and keep, plus an extra 500 Sovereigns. Anyways, we should inform the rest of the job, too."""
4078,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451,2014-11-25T13:14:00,Asyir,"Willhelm sat near the keep enterance, running a whetstone across his sword. The sound of the grinding comforted Willhelm, as the cold winds snapped around him. He moved his blue and grey cloak across his chest, keeping some of the wind away from his torso.<br/><br/>He noticed the other grey warden leave the keep. He eyed her curiously. She was of his own order, yet he felt no sense of closeness nor kinship towards her. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">What's her name again? Saman? Samantha? Saul? I don't recall. Perhaps I should move closer and figure our what events are going on around here.</span>""<br/><br/>Willhelm sat up, and threw his cloak behind him, exposing his grey warden armor. The large griffin was embedded on the breastplate. He approached the other grey warden.<br/><br/>""Warden,"" He said in a calm tone,""what business do we have? Anything peculiar?"""
4079,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451,2014-11-25T13:27:00,The Armed Republic of Dutch Coolness,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""> Samantha Deloffre </span><br/><br/>Samantha turned around as her fellow Warden approached. She did not have much knowledge of him, nor did she have any sense of closeness to him. Who knew - perhaps it would change one day. ""Mercenary work. We are to find an artifact in some cave, not far from here. In exchange, the Keep and walls shall be repaired, and we will receive 500 Gold Sovereigns - good pay, I say. I have some things to attend to - spread the word to the others, if you can."" She gave Wilhelm a nod, before running her hand through her hair, and walking back to the Keep, where her greatsword still lay. It was of fine craft, and had cost a small fortune. Her armor, like her felloe Warden's, had a griffon embedded on its breastplate, proudly displaying her allegiance. She looked to the sky, the odd flake of snow falling from it every now and then, and fastened her dark cloak."
4080,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451,2014-11-25T13:29:00,New Roman Empire,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Trant Eldan</span><br/><br/>Trant saw Ms.warden exit the keep and saw Adrian talk to her. He walked over there still wearing his Templar armor, but his helmet was in his tent as he wouldn't need it at the moment. ""So boss, whats the word on the job and the keep. I hate being out in the cold."" Informed Trant as he slowly lit a pipe that had lyrium dust then he puffed it out in rings. ""Besides, you know I need to be able to pay for my habbits."" Chuckled Trant as he noticed his hands were shaking at he took another puff."
4081,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451,2014-11-25T13:50:00,New Armarzia,"Sigmund sat by the fire near the band's tents slowly skinning some game he had just hunted and killed. His Mabari dogs were laying down near the fire as well, Tug was snuggling against his leg as Alexander was laying closer to the fire a few feet away. Gwynevere, his hawk, was circling above the three high in the sky. Sigmund looked up to see Samantha speaking to a few of the other members of the group, from what he could hear it was about a job. From what he could pick up from the conversations he picked it up something about some cave and fixing the keep. Though Sigmund wasn't all that concerned with the details, he was glad he would finally had something to do.<br/><br/>Sigmund, done with skinning the animal began slicing different sections of meat from the bones. He joined only a few days ago on advice of a friend and showed up to this, a broken down keep with a band of mercenaries without a job. Before he arrived he would get a job by actively looking for one and with all the trouble going on around the world now specifically with the mages he was rarely without work. But he was advised to find a group, since it would be bad to seem like a member of either side of this conflict without any friends. He was unsure these past days given the lack of work and his inexperience with working a group like this, but hopefully this would put his doubts to rest. He cut a piece of meat from the animal and handed it to Tug who happily ate it up. Alexander, seeing that Tug was fed immediately got up and walked over to sit by Sigmund to beg for food which Sigmund happily appeased while looking at the others to see if he could pick up any actual details."
4082,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451,2014-11-25T16:07:00,Argentarino,"Freyan Gratien was sitting bundled near the fire, occasionally stomping his armored feet and patting his hands together to keep them warm. Freyan kept to himself, most of the time. The only times he had socialized with his brothers and sisters in arms within the Shattered Blade mercenary band was when he had enough ale to loosen up, and break the occasional smile across his otherwise stoic Orlesian demeanor. However, for the most part, the former Chevalier would not speak or fraternize with the others. He was sure that one of the few reasons that he had not been dismissed from the mercenary band was due to the fact that he was a good fighter, and, in several of the situations over the past few months that he had been a mercenary, he was a good wall, his sword and shield rarely letting a foe pass him.<br/><br/>Nonetheless, when Freyan saw Samantha Deloffre leave the Keep, and saw the determination on her face, he knew immediately that they had just been contracted. For what, he did not know. All he knew was that his services were needed, and he would silently and diligently do what was asked of him. So, without any orders, Freyan put out his fire and prepared his horse and travel pack. And, with a silent prayer to Andraste and the Maker for safety, he made his way to the gate of the keep, where he would wait for the order to move out."
4083,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451,2014-11-25T16:56:00,Sulania,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Justine Charbonneu</span></span><br/><br/>Justine sat there, grinding a whetstone along her dar misu dagger. Watching as the grind made the silverite blade grow sharper and sharper with each passing grind. Becoming more lethal and ready for when they're needed for her next target. As she does this, she goes over some Chant of Light verses. ""Let the blade pass through the flesh, Let my blood touch the ground, Let my cries touch their hearts. Let mine be the last sacrifice"" She said to herself in her own Orlesian accent, stating the Canticle of Andraste 7. She always tried to have her actions mirror what Andraste might do, even in her darker profession.<br/><br/>She sat upon a log, a small distance away from a fire lit by a former chevalier that worked with the mercenary group. She knew him as Freyan Gratien, a man from a small noble family around Val Royeaux. She used some of her knowledge of Orlesian politics and such to find out who he was, but didn't pry much beyond that. Feeling no need to, as of now. He was of no consequence, not yet anyway, and seemed decent enough from what she could tell.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Argentarino <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22570247#p22570247"">wrote</a>:</cite>Freyan Gratien was sitting bundled near the fire, occasionally stomping his armored feet and patting his hands together to keep them warm. Freyan kept to himself, most of the time. The only times he had socialized with his brothers and sisters in arms within the Shattered Blade mercenary band was when he had enough ale to loosen up, and break the occasional smile across his otherwise stoic Orlesian demeanor. However, for the most part, the former Chevalier would not speak or fraternize with the others. He was sure that one of the few reasons that he had not been dismissed from the mercenary band was due to the fact that he was a good fighter, and, in several of the situations over the past few months that he had been a mercenary, he was a good wall, his sword and shield rarely letting a foe pass him.<br/><br/>Nonetheless, when Freyan saw Samantha Deloffre leave the Keep, and saw the determination on her face, he knew immediately that they had just been contracted. For what, he did not know. All he knew was that his services were needed, and he would silently and diligently do what was asked of him. So, without any orders, Freyan put out his fire and prepared his horse and travel pack. And, with a silent prayer to Andraste and the Maker for safety, he made his way to the gate of the keep, where he would wait for the order to move out.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>She noticed when Sirrah Deloffre came out, though didn't act much beyond that. Simply sheathing her blades, giving them leave from being sharpened and rest within their proper sheaths, she got up and stretched herself. Letting the cold sweep over her body as it did before, though she liked the colder weather, just not this cold and let out a slight shiver. She then moved herself to packing up her stuff, releasing herself of further thoughts on the cold. She properly prepared by keeping everything light and would pick up stuff that she needed along the way, such as herbs and such for poisons. She followed the former chevalier to the gates and waited beside him for the others. She had a tendency of keeping moderately close to him, she felt safer being around another Orlesian, not to mention one that was at one time a chevalier."
4084,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451,2014-11-25T17:58:00,TotallyNotEvilLand,"""It's positively miserable right now..."" The elf known as Melova sighed, pacing around in a circle near the fire, where it seemed a few of her ""co-workers"", as she referred to them were congregating. She rubbed her arms in an attempt to warm them up and let out a sigh, sending out a bit of fog from her breath, swiping a hand in front of her mouth to disperse it. She hadn't exactly made herself known to the folk near the fire, didn't see it as a necessity at the moment. She wanted to know if she was dealing with easily offended people. She enjoyed making snappy comments but if you were going to get whacked in the ears for it, it wasn't worth it.<br/><br/>Speaking of ears, she mulled over the idea of making ""ear hats"" for elves. This brilliant concept was quickly forgotten as she watched the ex-Chevalier and half-elf make their way to the gate. Must've been ready to head out. ""Time to go already? I was enjoying this, really, I was."" She said, making her way to her tent to pick up her meager possessions. Her potions were already in a bag, and she always had her dagger handy. She leaned down inside and grabbed her bow, climbing inside to get the quiver, which was further back. She was ready in short order and joined the two Orlesians by the gate, giving them a nod. ""Nice day, isn't it?"" Melova said, attempting to force a conversation."
4085,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451,2014-11-25T18:39:00,The Templar High Council,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Armed Republic of Dutch coolness <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22567916#p22567916"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""> Samantha Deloffre </span><br/><br/>Samantha turned around as her fellow Warden approached. She did not have much knowledge of him, nor did she have any sense of closeness to him. Who knew - perhaps it would change one day. ""Mercenary work. We are to find an artifact in some cave, not far from here. In exchange, the Keep and walls shall be repaired, and we will receive 500 Gold Sovereigns - good pay, I say. I have some things to attend to - spread the word to the others, if you can."" She gave Wilhelm a nod, before running her hand through her hair, and walking back to the Keep, where her greatsword still lay. It was of fine craft, and had cost a small fortune. Her armor, like her felloe Warden's, had a griffon embedded on its breastplate, proudly displaying her allegiance. She looked to the sky, the odd flake of snow falling from it every now and then, and fastened her dark cloak.</div></blockquote><br/>""You heard the lady."" Adrian said to the other Warden nearby. ""BLADES! Break camp! We move in 10!"" Adrian set out breaking down his own tent, putting the sheet across his back and taking his sword, which he used to prop it open, across his back. Within minutes, he was done and at the gate. He had learned to handle himself during the time between leaving Kirkwall and joining the Blades.<br/><br/>He heard a female elf ask a question about the weather, joking obviously. Look at the snow falling. ""I've seen better. What I wouldn't give to be back in the Free Marches: where it's only cold on the mountaintops."""
4086,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451,2014-11-25T18:44:00,Sulania,"<blockquote><div><cite>TotallyNotEvilLand <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22571440#p22571440"">wrote</a>:</cite>""It's positively miserable right now..."" The elf known as Melova sighed, pacing around in a circle near the fire, where it seemed a few of her ""co-workers"", as she referred to them were congregating. She rubbed her arms in an attempt to warm them up and let out a sigh, sending out a bit of fog from her breath, swiping a hand in front of her mouth to disperse it. She hadn't exactly made herself known to the folk near the fire, didn't see it as a necessity at the moment. She wanted to know if she was dealing with easily offended people. She enjoyed making snappy comments but if you were going to get whacked in the ears for it, it wasn't worth it.<br/><br/>Speaking of ears, she mulled over the idea of making ""ear hats"" for elves. This brilliant concept was quickly forgotten as she watched the ex-Chevalier and half-elf make their way to the gate. Must've been ready to head out. ""Time to go already? I was enjoying this, really, I was."" She said, making her way to her tent to pick up her meager possessions. Her potions were already in a bag, and she always had her dagger handy. She leaned down inside and grabbed her bow, climbing inside to get the quiver, which was further back. She was ready in short order and joined the two Orlesians by the gate, giving them a nod. ""Nice day, isn't it?"" Melova said, attempting to force a conversation.</div></blockquote><br/>Justine brought her hands up to her mouth and let a soft breath into them, then proceeded to rub them together to get them warm. She noticed as the Elf came over to them, didn't know much about her aside form her name being Melova and how she could at times be snippy with comments. Which was something Justine was okay with, at least in most circumstances anyway. She ran her hand back around her head, scratching her scalp through her long hair as the Elf finally arrived near them.<br/><br/>Upon hearing Melova's question, Justine let out a little chuckle with it. Finding it at least nice to have some sense of sarcastic humor to warm her otherwise cold demeanor at the moment. ""Tis' a very fine day, monsieur."" She said, still slightly chuckling. ""I'm assuming you're prepared to move where the band plans to take us next, oui?"" She asked in her obvious Orlesian accent.<br/><br/>One thing she has done best to keep hidden is her ties to nobility, though she does sometimes tend to have an aristocratic demeanor at times. They all pretty much knew she was of Elf-Blood, but none should know of her true lineage unless they know the names of the lords and ladies of the Orlesian Empire. She was only worried that the former Chevalier would know, but he seemed to either not know or not care. Which was nice."
4087,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451,2014-11-25T18:59:00,TotallyNotEvilLand,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Templar High Council <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22571997#p22571997"">wrote</a>:</cite><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>The Armed Republic of Dutch coolness <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22567916#p22567916"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""> Samantha Deloffre </span><br/><br/>Samantha turned around as her fellow Warden approached. She did not have much knowledge of him, nor did she have any sense of closeness to him. Who knew - perhaps it would change one day. ""Mercenary work. We are to find an artifact in some cave, not far from here. In exchange, the Keep and walls shall be repaired, and we will receive 500 Gold Sovereigns - good pay, I say. I have some things to attend to - spread the word to the others, if you can."" She gave Wilhelm a nod, before running her hand through her hair, and walking back to the Keep, where her greatsword still lay. It was of fine craft, and had cost a small fortune. Her armor, like her felloe Warden's, had a griffon embedded on its breastplate, proudly displaying her allegiance. She looked to the sky, the odd flake of snow falling from it every now and then, and fastened her dark cloak.</div></blockquote><br/>""You heard the lady."" Adrian said to the other Warden nearby. ""BLADES! Break camp! We move in 10!"" Adrian set out breaking down his own tent, putting the sheet across his back and taking his sword, which he used to prop it open, across his back. Within minutes, he was done and at the gate. He had learned to handle himself during the time between leaving Kirkwall and joining the Blades.<br/><br/>He heard a female elf ask a question about the weather, joking obviously. Look at the snow falling. ""I've seen better. What I wouldn't give to be back in the Free Marches: where it's only cold on the mountaintops.""</div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Sulania <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22572063#p22572063"">wrote</a>:</cite><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>TotallyNotEvilLand <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22571440#p22571440"">wrote</a>:</cite>""It's positively miserable right now..."" The elf known as Melova sighed, pacing around in a circle near the fire, where it seemed a few of her ""co-workers"", as she referred to them were congregating. She rubbed her arms in an attempt to warm them up and let out a sigh, sending out a bit of fog from her breath, swiping a hand in front of her mouth to disperse it. She hadn't exactly made herself known to the folk near the fire, didn't see it as a necessity at the moment. She wanted to know if she was dealing with easily offended people. She enjoyed making snappy comments but if you were going to get whacked in the ears for it, it wasn't worth it.<br/><br/>Speaking of ears, she mulled over the idea of making ""ear hats"" for elves. This brilliant concept was quickly forgotten as she watched the ex-Chevalier and half-elf make their way to the gate. Must've been ready to head out. ""Time to go already? I was enjoying this, really, I was."" She said, making her way to her tent to pick up her meager possessions. Her potions were already in a bag, and she always had her dagger handy. She leaned down inside and grabbed her bow, climbing inside to get the quiver, which was further back. She was ready in short order and joined the two Orlesians by the gate, giving them a nod. ""Nice day, isn't it?"" Melova said, attempting to force a conversation.</div></blockquote><br/>Justine brought her hands up to her mouth and let a soft breath into them, then proceeded to rub them together to get them warm. She noticed as the Elf came over to them, didn't know much about her aside form her name being Melova and how she could at times be snippy with comments. Which was something Justine was okay with, at least in most circumstances anyway. She ran her hand back around her head, scratching her scalp through her long hair as the Elf finally arrived near them. <br/><br/>Upon hearing Melova's question, Justine let out a little chuckle with it. Finding it at least nice to have some sense of sarcastic humor to warm her otherwise cold demeanor at the moment. ""Tis' a very fine day, monsieur."" She said, still slightly chuckling. ""I'm assuming you're prepared to move where the band plans to take us next, oui?"" She asked in her obvious Orlesian accent. <br/><br/>One thing she has done best to keep hidden is her ties to nobility, though she does sometimes tend to have an aristocratic demeanor at times. They all pretty much knew she was of Elf-Blood, but none should know of her true lineage unless they know the names of the lords and ladies of the Orlesian Empire. She was only worried that the former Chevalier would know, but he seemed to either not know or not care. Which was nice.</div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/><br/>Melova darted her eyes over to Adrian, casually lifting her wrist to wave her hand in a greeting as he approached the gate. ""Oh, but don't you love the color white? Just endless, undying blandness off in the distance? It's just so serene. This is what life is all about."" She said, making a slight chuckle at the end of her sentence. ""I'm Melova, by the way."" Near immediately afterward she noticed Justine, who had said something to her. An Orlesian accent?<br/><br/>She was kind of torn on those. They were incredibly funny at times, but yet somehow immensely pleasing to the ears, and when you've got large, pointed ears, you prefer them to be happy. ""I could just prance about in my breeches and shout songs of joy, the weather is so fantastic."" She then answered her question. ""And I certainly am. Joining a band like this and not going anywhere is akin to walking into a tavern and ordering water. It just doesn't seem right."""
4088,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451,2014-11-25T19:21:00,Sulania,"<blockquote><div><cite>TotallyNotEvilLand <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22572228#p22572228"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Templar High Council <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22571997#p22571997"">wrote</a>:</cite><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">""You heard the lady."" Adrian said to the other Warden nearby. ""BLADES! Break camp! We move in 10!"" Adrian set out breaking down his own tent, putting the sheet across his back and taking his sword, which he used to prop it open, across his back. Within minutes, he was done and at the gate. He had learned to handle himself during the time between leaving Kirkwall and joining the Blades.<br/><br/>He heard a female elf ask a question about the weather, joking obviously. Look at the snow falling. ""I've seen better. What I wouldn't give to be back in the Free Marches: where it's only cold on the mountaintops.""</div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Sulania <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22572063#p22572063"">wrote</a>:</cite><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Justine brought her hands up to her mouth and let a soft breath into them, then proceeded to rub them together to get them warm. She noticed as the Elf came over to them, didn't know much about her aside form her name being Melova and how she could at times be snippy with comments. Which was something Justine was okay with, at least in most circumstances anyway. She ran her hand back around her head, scratching her scalp through her long hair as the Elf finally arrived near them. <br/><br/>Upon hearing Melova's question, Justine let out a little chuckle with it. Finding it at least nice to have some sense of sarcastic humor to warm her otherwise cold demeanor at the moment. ""Tis' a very fine day, monsieur."" She said, still slightly chuckling. ""I'm assuming you're prepared to move where the band plans to take us next, oui?"" She asked in her obvious Orlesian accent. <br/><br/>One thing she has done best to keep hidden is her ties to nobility, though she does sometimes tend to have an aristocratic demeanor at times. They all pretty much knew she was of Elf-Blood, but none should know of her true lineage unless they know the names of the lords and ladies of the Orlesian Empire. She was only worried that the former Chevalier would know, but he seemed to either not know or not care. Which was nice.</div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/><br/>Melova darted her eyes over to Adrian, casually lifting her wrist to wave her hand in a greeting as he approached the gate. ""Oh, but don't you love the color white? Just endless, undying blandness off in the distance? It's just so serene. This is what life is all about."" She said, making a slight chuckle at the end of her sentence. ""I'm Melova, by the way."" Near immediately afterward she noticed Justine, who had said something to her. An Orlesian accent? <br/><br/>She was kind of torn on those. They were incredibly funny at times, but yet somehow immensely pleasing to the ears, and when you've got large, pointed ears, you prefer them to be happy. ""I could just prance about in my breeches and shout songs of joy, the weather is so fantastic."" She then answered her question. ""And I certainly am. Joining a band like this and not going anywhere is akin to walking into a tavern and ordering water. It just doesn't seem right.""</div></blockquote><br/>""I must certainly agree!"" Justine said in a sort of humorous and freezing tone. ""It's most certainly like that, hehe."" She then shifted her weight to her left leg and started crossing her arms to conserve some of her heat. ""Andraste's knickers, it's cold. Where I lived in Orlais, it was nice and pristine. Though I guess that could always be said about the Dales. I've always wished to live somewhere colder, but I think this might be a bit colder for my tastes.""<br/><br/>She then handed the elf her right hand, trying to keep it from shiver all that much. ""It's a pleasure to be travelling with you, monsieur. I'm sure we'll have plenty of splendid adventures together with this merry band of wanderers. Or we might all end up in the belly of a dragon, at least that'll be warmer than here."""
4089,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451,2014-11-25T21:54:00,New Armarzia,"""Damn, what a waste,"" muttered Sigmund as he looked down and the corpse he was still carving up when he heard Adrian shout that it was time to pack up. ""Well, I suppose this is good for you two, have at it,"" said Sigmund in a much more audible voice to his dogs who immediately attacked the body. Sigmund grabbed the skin of the animal and began to tie it to a nearby rack whispering to himself, ""I hope you don't spoil before we get back."" After he wiped his knife off before sheathing it and gathering his belongings; his bag of belongings, his quiver, and his bow.<br/><br/>When he had it all gathered and strapped to himself he went over to what remained of his prize and tore a chunk of meat off with hands before kicking the rest of it into the fire with a sense of regret as he did so. His dogs were busy licking their lips due to their messy attack. The hunter rose his right arm to the sky and in less then a minute a bird swooped down and perched itself on his arm. ""There you are Gwynevere, don't I saved some for you,"" said the hunter quietly to his hawk while offering the piece of meat he held.<br/><br/>Sigmund turned to the gate and saw much of the group gathered already. Sigmund looked to his hawk who stood on his arm and whispered, ""Time to finally see what The Shattered Blades are about,"" more to himself then the bird. He began to walk over to the gate and shouted, ""Alexander, Tug, let's go."" The two dogs immediately got up and bloated to his side as he walked over to the gate to await further orders and actually learn what was going on."
4090,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451,2014-11-26T01:39:00,New Roman Empire,"Trant poured out the rest of the lyrium into a pouch that he would use I again for later. The amount he put in the pipe wasn't enough to satisfy his addiction. It was a thing mpart templars had, plus it didn't help that the chantry controlled the lyrium trade. There were several times he was tempted to but red lyrium, but he was at kirkwall and he knew what it could and would do. ""Damn it Adrian I haven't had my usual dose of Lyrium for the last two days. It's making my hands shake and withdraw is starting to kick in."" Barked Trant as he joined everyone by the gate to the keep. He looked down and saw his hands trembling and shook his hands then put his helment on. He knew it was going to be a long day."
4091,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451,2014-11-26T07:27:00,Krugmar,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Senan</span><br/><br/>""Shok ebasit hissra. Meraad astaarit, meraad itwasit, aban aqun. Maraas shokra. Anaan esaam Qun."" said Senan quietly, reading a passage from his book on the Qun. He read in little more of a whisper, knowing that many of his comrades worshiped a strange being they called the Maker and the Qun seemed to offend them. Senan heard an order to gather by the gates and, after putting his belongings away, packed up his small tent and went towards the gate. Senan had often been an outsider in the previous mercenary groups that he had worked for and it seemed like this one would likely be the same, he understood why they would distrust him. Not only was he a Qunari, which meant they were wary of him, but he was also a mage and this meant further distrust. His broken chains clinked as he walked towards the gate, using his staff to help him along. When he arrived at the gate he asked no questions, merely stood silently and waited for orders from his superior."
4092,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451,2014-11-26T10:35:00,TotallyNotEvilLand,"<blockquote><div><cite>Sulania <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22572489#p22572489"">wrote</a>:</cite><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>TotallyNotEvilLand <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22572228#p22572228"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><br/><br/>Melova darted her eyes over to Adrian, casually lifting her wrist to wave her hand in a greeting as he approached the gate. ""Oh, but don't you love the color white? Just endless, undying blandness off in the distance? It's just so serene. This is what life is all about."" She said, making a slight chuckle at the end of her sentence. ""I'm Melova, by the way."" Near immediately afterward she noticed Justine, who had said something to her. An Orlesian accent? <br/><br/>She was kind of torn on those. They were incredibly funny at times, but yet somehow immensely pleasing to the ears, and when you've got large, pointed ears, you prefer them to be happy. ""I could just prance about in my breeches and shout songs of joy, the weather is so fantastic."" She then answered her question. ""And I certainly am. Joining a band like this and not going anywhere is akin to walking into a tavern and ordering water. It just doesn't seem right.""</div></blockquote><br/>""I must certainly agree!"" Justine said in a sort of humorous and freezing tone. ""It's most certainly like that, hehe."" She then shifted her weight to her left leg and started crossing her arms to conserve some of her heat. ""Andraste's knickers, it's cold. Where I lived in Orlais, it was nice and pristine. Though I guess that could always be said about the Dales. I've always wished to live somewhere colder, but I think this might be a bit colder for my tastes."" <br/><br/>She then handed the elf her right hand, trying to keep it from shiver all that much. ""It's a pleasure to be travelling with you, monsieur. I'm sure we'll have plenty of splendid adventures together with this merry band of wanderers. Or we might all end up in the belly of a dragon, at least that'll be warmer than here.""</div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/><br/>Melova nodded politely, shifting a bit of hair around in an attempt to cover her ear, though failing. ""I've heard about Orlais every once in a while. It's very colorful there, isn't it?"" She asked, extending her hand to shake Justine's. ""Same to you! And yes, a dragon's belly sounds quite warm... Though maybe a bit acidic. And gross.""<br/><br/>It occurred to her she hadn't seen a dragon before. Oh, she knew they were giant... firebreathing reptile things, but she hadn't seen one in person, thankfully. You tended not to find them in forests, oddly enough. Maybe they kept stubbing their talons on all the trees."
4093,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451,2014-11-26T10:44:00,Asyir,"Willhelm merely nodded as Samantha filled him in. He kept his casual indifferent look as she began to walk away. The warden heard another voice behind him, prompting Willhelm to turn around to face this voice.<br/><br/>""I have ears, and I know how to use them,"" Willhelm said with an obvious tone of sarcasm. Willhelm knew the mans face, but the man's name escaped his mind, at least temporarily. ""Regardless, I'll pack up.""<br/><br/>Willhelm set out to his own tent, and within a few minutes, had it completely packed down and across his back. Willhelm nibbled on some jerky in his knapsack, and drank some water out of his waterskin. The water was cold, and it made its way down his throat like an icicle. With his hunger satisfied for the moment, he walked towards the gate. He noticed the same man that had ""ordered"" him to back up. He also noticed several others.<br/><br/>He saw a man in Templar armor, a dog master with his dogs, and a others strewn about. Willhelm knew none of these ""Rookies"", which didn't bother him too much. After all, they were mercenaries, newer mercenaries. Why get close to people unexperienced that could easily be slain?<br/><br/>Upon approaching the small group crowded near the gates, the ""orders"" man's name returned to him. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">I think it's Adrian. Perhaps Adraik? No not Adraik. It's Adrian.</span>""<br/><br/>Willhelm stayed away from the crowd. He removed his sword from it's plain leather sheath, and sat down. With his sword in lap, he found a suitable rock, and began grinding his sword."
4094,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451,2014-11-26T10:46:00,Sulania,"<blockquote><div><cite>TotallyNotEvilLand <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22578261#p22578261"">wrote</a>:</cite><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Sulania <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22572489#p22572489"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I must certainly agree!"" Justine said in a sort of humorous and freezing tone. ""It's most certainly like that, hehe."" She then shifted her weight to her left leg and started crossing her arms to conserve some of her heat. ""Andraste's knickers, it's cold. Where I lived in Orlais, it was nice and pristine. Though I guess that could always be said about the Dales. I've always wished to live somewhere colder, but I think this might be a bit colder for my tastes."" <br/><br/>She then handed the elf her right hand, trying to keep it from shiver all that much. ""It's a pleasure to be travelling with you, monsieur. I'm sure we'll have plenty of splendid adventures together with this merry band of wanderers. Or we might all end up in the belly of a dragon, at least that'll be warmer than here.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Melova nodded politely, shifting a bit of hair around in an attempt to cover her ear, though failing. ""I've heard about Orlais every once in a while. It's very colorful there, isn't it?"" She asked, extending her hand to shake Justine's. ""Same to you! And yes, a dragon's belly sounds quite warm... Though maybe a bit acidic. And gross.""<br/><br/>It occurred to her she hadn't seen a dragon before. Oh, she knew they were giant... firebreathing reptile things, but she hadn't seen one in person, thankfully. You tended not to find them in forests, oddly enough. Maybe they kept stubbing their talons on all the trees.</div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/>""Yes, it's very pretty and colorful I suppose. Lots of fancy balls, wonderful outfits, the shoes! Oh, the shoes! Oh, and did I mention the assassinations and political scheming, there was a lot of that!"" She said, clearing her throat at the end. She then shook her hand, taking in whatever warmth she could from it.<br/><br/>""Dragons are quite... Yes, they can be quite gross. Though I only know of the Wyverns, which are cousins of dragons I do believe. There were quite a few where I was at."" She said. She wondered if the Elf ever saw a Wyvern before. She herself have seen quite a few, and many of her fellow nobles took part in Wyvern hunting. She herself was not so into hunting, but that didn't stop her from getting Wyvern heads on mantles. Then there was that one gift from that one noble, a live Wyvern is not so much fun to have. Too bad it died when her lands were taken.<br/><br/>She then wondered if the Elf was ever in the Dales, or if she was ever in lands that Justine herself owned. She allowed the Dalish to stay on her lands if they needed to, and used her own guards to keep their camps safe from any that might do them harm. They were always welcome in her lands. ""So, have you ever been to the Dales?"""
4095,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451,2014-11-26T10:46:00,The Templar High Council,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Roman Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22575509#p22575509"">wrote</a>:</cite>Trant poured out the rest of the lyrium into a pouch that he would use I again for later. The amount he put in the pipe wasn't enough to satisfy his addiction. It was a thing most Templars had, plus it didn't help that the Chantry controlled the lyrium trade. There were several times he was tempted to but red lyrium, but he was at Kirkwall and he knew what it could and would do. ""Damn it Adrian I haven't had my usual dose of lyrium for the last two days. It's making my hands shake and withdraw is starting to kick in."" Barked Trant as he joined everyone by the gate to the keep. He looked down and saw his hands trembling and shook his hands then put his helment on. He knew it was going to be a long day.</div></blockquote><br/>""Well? What do you expect me to do about it? Order the Chantry to empty its coffers of lyrium just to satisfy your addiction? I think not."" Adrian smiled, but understood that his friend wasn't feeling well. ""It'll be alright Trant. We'll get you some when we can. It's not easy to get lyrium without admitting to being a mage or a Templar, and neither are well-recieved at the moment."""
4096,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451,2014-11-26T10:58:00,TotallyNotEvilLand,"@Sulania ((OOC Note: Quoting wouldn't work for some reason. Apologies for the unconventional response))<br/><br/>""Sounds like an exciting place! Especially with assassinations and scheming. You can't have an exciting place without people trying to make power-grabs... It gets so boring when things are pleasant."" Melova smiled, thinking over what a Wyvern was like. She hadn't seen those in person either, but was aware of them. Sort of like smaller relatives, she believed.<br/><br/>""I was born here, but my clan wandered into Fereldan pretty shortly before I was old enough to start remembering things. At least, that's what my parents told me."" She let out a nostalgic sigh. ""I should go track them down some time. I'm sure they'll be delighted to know I'm not dead. Or they'll be cross. Very cross."""
4097,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451,2014-11-26T11:06:00,Sulania,"<blockquote><div><cite>TotallyNotEvilLand <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22578485#p22578485"">wrote</a>:</cite>@Sulania ((OOC Note: Quoting wouldn't work for some reason. Apologies for the unconventional response))<br/><br/>""Sounds like an exciting place! Especially with assassinations and scheming. You can't have an exciting place without people trying to make power-grabs... It gets so boring when things are pleasant."" Melova smiled, thinking over what a Wyvern was like. She hadn't seen those in person either, but was aware of them. Sort of like smaller relatives, she believed.<br/><br/>""I was born here, but my clan wandered into Fereldan pretty shortly before I was old enough to start remembering things. At least, that's what my parents told me."" She let out a nostalgic sigh. ""I should go track them down some time. I'm sure they'll be delighted to know I'm not dead. Or they'll be cross. Very cross.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Yes, well, having too much political scheming and such gets boring after a while."" She said letting out a somewhat aristocratic voice with it. ""Some days, you're just like 'Oh, there's another assassin... OFF WITH HIS HEAD'"" She said with a somewhat straight face. ""It just gets boring after a while..."" It did get boring, after all. People assassinating this person, that person assassinating that person. She remembered one time, some noble admitted to having another assassinated because he heard a rumor that he was going to assassinate his brother and so on and so on till eventually it came back to the one noble. Quite boring.<br/><br/>""Well, maybe I'll help you find them."" She said with a steady smile. She always like helping others, especially if she felt like they needed and deserved it. ""If you would like my help, anyway."""
4098,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451,2014-11-26T11:12:00,New Roman Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Templar High Council <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22578363#p22578363"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Roman Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22575509#p22575509"">wrote</a>:</cite>Trant poured out the rest of the lyrium into a pouch that he would use I again for later. The amount he put in the pipe wasn't enough to satisfy his addiction. It was a thing most Templars had, plus it didn't help that the Chantry controlled the lyrium trade. There were several times he was tempted to but red lyrium, but he was at Kirkwall and he knew what it could and would do. ""Damn it Adrian I haven't had my usual dose of lyrium for the last two days. It's making my hands shake and withdraw is starting to kick in."" Barked Trant as he joined everyone by the gate to the keep. He looked down and saw his hands trembling and shook his hands then put his helment on. He knew it was going to be a long day.</div></blockquote><br/>""Well? What do you expect me to do about it? Order the Chantry to empty its coffers of lyrium just to satisfy your addiction? I think not."" Adrian smiled, but understood that his friend wasn't feeling well. ""It'll be alright Trant. We'll get you some when we can. It's not easy to get lyrium without admitting to being a mage or a Templar, and neither are well-recieved at the moment.""</div></blockquote><br/>""I mean that would be nice, but I mean I don't plan on walking into a chantry anytime soon to request lyrium. But we could always make a side trip to ozzomar, that's where most of the lyrium."" Chucked Trant as he looked around and shifted uneasily. He hated withdraw, always put his nerves on edge. ""Plus I only have six bars left and well yeah these small doses don't cut it. Word to the wise people don't get addicted to Lyrium. The withdraw is a bitch."" Chuckled Trant as he quickly got out his philfer and took a dose."
4099,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451,2014-11-26T11:29:00,Krugmar,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Senan</span><br/><br/>Senan stood patiently with his comrades awaiting orders, he could hear and see a few of them communicating with each other. His adherence to the Qun, albeit a modified one, and the nature in which he was raised meant that he couldn't really understand what they were talking about. Two it seemed were talking about Orlesian politics which he could not fully understand, he heard them talking about the Orelsian nobles, or<span style=""font-style: italic"">Dathrasi</span>as his community had called them, working against each other. He could also hear two men talking about some kind of addiction to Lyrium, Senan understood what Lyrium was though to him it was<span style=""font-style: italic"">Saar-qamek</span>, a poison not taken lightly as he was told it caused madness. Senan shook his head in slight annoyance as he realised he was surrounded by Basra and muttered ""Asit tal-eb"" to calm himself down."
4100,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=25,2014-11-26T12:03:00,The Blazing Aura,"Cloe smiled as she heard the order to move out, quickly extinguishing the small flame she'd created a few hours before to keep warm against the cold. Standing up from her crouch she smiled again as she felt the familiar feel of her staff on her back, the steel blade attached to the top of the staff moved forward a bit, chilling her neck for the small moment the two connected. She was already in her armor and spent as little time as she could without it on, not sure whether there would be a crow nearby as she had no idea if they knew, or even cared about her being alive. She hadn't been as loud as Zevran had about being alive, although she knew that some day she'd have to face them. Snapping out of her thoughts she double checked that her dagger was at her waist and her pouches full of venom and poison were there on her belt as well, alongside the combustion Grenade she still had in case her magic failed her, not that it had yet. Hearing multiple conversations coming from the main bulk of the mercenary band she stalked forwards, hoping to find out more about where they were going, for even rumours were better than nothing."
4101,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=25,2014-11-26T14:48:00,The Templar High Council,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Roman Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22578636#p22578636"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Templar High Council <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22578363#p22578363"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Well? What do you expect me to do about it? Order the Chantry to empty its coffers of lyrium just to satisfy your addiction? I think not."" Adrian smiled, but understood that his friend wasn't feeling well. ""It'll be alright Trant. We'll get you some when we can. It's not easy to get lyrium without admitting to being a mage or a Templar, and neither are well-recieved at the moment.""</div></blockquote><br/>""I mean that would be nice, but I mean I don't plan on walking into a chantry anytime soon to request lyrium. But we could always make a side trip to Orzammar, that's where most of the lyrium."" Chucked Trant as he looked around and shifted uneasily. He hated withdraw, always put his nerves on edge. ""Plus I only have six bars left and well yeah these small doses don't cut it. Word to the wise people don't get addicted to Lyrium. The withdraw is a bitch."" Chuckled Trant as he quickly got out his philter and took a dose.</div></blockquote><br/>Adrian sighed. ""I wouldn't want to go to Orzammar. It just... doesn't sound inviting."" He breathed into his hands, causing steam, or whatever that stuff is when you're cold, to escape from his mouth. Adrian just couldn't wait to leave; to get going on the mission. They'd been out of work too long."
4102,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=25,2014-11-26T15:16:00,Argentarino,"<blockquote><div><cite>Sulania <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22578567#p22578567"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Yes, well, having too much political scheming and such gets boring after a while."" She said letting out a somewhat aristocratic voice with it. ""Some days, you're just like 'Oh, there's another assassin... OFF WITH HIS HEAD'"" She said with a somewhat straight face. ""It just gets boring after a while..."" It did get boring, after all. People assassinating this person, that person assassinating that person. She remembered one time, some noble admitted to having another assassinated because he heard a rumor that he was going to assassinate his brother and so on and so on till eventually it came back to the one noble. Quite boring. <br/><br/>""Well, maybe I'll help you find them."" She said with a steady smile. She always like helping others, especially if she felt like they needed and deserved it. ""If you would like my help, anyway.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Freyan opened his mouth to speak. ""Not so much boring as...inconvenient. I think, Madame, until you are on the other end of an assassination order..."" and then he stopped, fearing he had said too much. ""Forgive me, Madame, I spoke out of turn,"" he said with a bow, his thick Orlesian accent dripping from his mouth.<br/><br/>Freyan Gratien was extremely guarded, and for that one moment, he was afraid that he may have revealed a bit too much about his past. As soon as he apologized to his fellow Orlesian, his resolve came back."
4103,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=25,2014-11-26T15:21:00,Asyir,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Templar High Council <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22581046#p22581046"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Roman Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22578636#p22578636"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I mean that would be nice, but I mean I don't plan on walking into a chantry anytime soon to request lyrium. But we could always make a side trip to Orzammar, that's where most of the lyrium."" Chucked Trant as he looked around and shifted uneasily. He hated withdraw, always put his nerves on edge. ""Plus I only have six bars left and well yeah these small doses don't cut it. Word to the wise people don't get addicted to Lyrium. The withdraw is a bitch."" Chuckled Trant as he quickly got out his philter and took a dose.</div></blockquote><br/>Adrian sighed. ""I wouldn't want to go to Orzammar. It just... doesn't sound inviting."" He breathed into his hands, causing steam, or whatever that stuff is when you're cold, to escape from his mouth. Adrian just couldn't wait to leave; to get going on the mission. They'd been out of work too long.</div></blockquote><br/>Willhelm continued running the rock across his blade. The sound of grinding soothed him. The warden sat there, listening the the crowd of people near the gate. His interest was peeked when he overheard the man called Adrian and the Templar. All Willhelm made out was ""Orzammar"", but that was enough to make the rogue sheath his sword and stand up.<br/><br/>He threw his blue and grey cloak behind him, again revealing his majestic armor. He kept his left hand upon the ruby pommel of his sword, as he approached the two men. In a calm and emotionless voice, Willhelm began speaking,""I overheard you mentioned Orzammar?"""
4104,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=25,2014-11-26T15:26:00,The Templar High Council,"<blockquote><div><cite>Asyir <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22581486#p22581486"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Templar High Council <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22581046#p22581046"">wrote</a>:</cite>Adrian sighed. ""I wouldn't want to go to Orzammar. It just... doesn't sound inviting."" He breathed into his hands, causing steam, or whatever that stuff is when you're cold, to escape from his mouth. Adrian just couldn't wait to leave; to get going on the mission. They'd been out of work too long.</div></blockquote><br/>Willhelm continued running the rock across his blade. The sound of grinding soothed him. The warden sat there, listening the the crowd of people near the gate. His interest was peeked when he overheard the man called Adrian and the Templar. All Willhelm made out was ""Orzammar"", but that was enough to make the rogue sheath his sword and stand up. <br/><br/>He threw his blue and grey cloak behind him, again revealing his majestic armor. He kept his left hand upon the ruby pommel of his sword, as he approached the two men. In a calm and emotionless voice, Willhelm began speaking,""I overheard you mentioned Orzammar?""</div></blockquote><br/>""I did. What is it you want?"" Adrian turned to face the roguish Warden, shrouded like the others but bearing the Warden's armor. Adrian personally didn't care for rogues, mostly because they were stereotyped as underhanded tricksters, but that still didn't change the fact that he didn't trust them. You can see what a true warrior carries into battle, not always the same for rogues and mages. But I digress."
4105,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=25,2014-11-26T15:32:00,Sulania,"<blockquote><div><cite>Argentarino <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22581400#p22581400"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Sulania <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22578567#p22578567"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Yes, well, having too much political scheming and such gets boring after a while."" She said letting out a somewhat aristocratic voice with it. ""Some days, you're just like 'Oh, there's another assassin... OFF WITH HIS HEAD'"" She said with a somewhat straight face. ""It just gets boring after a while..."" It did get boring, after all. People assassinating this person, that person assassinating that person. She remembered one time, some noble admitted to having another assassinated because he heard a rumor that he was going to assassinate his brother and so on and so on till eventually it came back to the one noble. Quite boring. <br/><br/>""Well, maybe I'll help you find them."" She said with a steady smile. She always like helping others, especially if she felt like they needed and deserved it. ""If you would like my help, anyway.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Freyan opened his mouth to speak. ""Not so much boring as...inconvenient. I think, Madame, until you are on the other end of an assassination order..."" and then he stopped, fearing he had said too much. ""Forgive me, Madame, I spoke out of turn,"" he said with a bow, his thick Orlesian accent dripping from his mouth.<br/><br/>Freyan Gratien was extremely guarded, and for that one moment, he was afraid that he may have revealed a bit too much about his past. As soon as he apologized to his fellow Orlesian, his resolve came back.</div></blockquote><br/>""It's alright."" She said to former Chevalier, courteously. Of course she was taken a bit aback by his interruption, but did find him very agreeable on the matter. Though it wasn't all that inconvenient to her, as it did help her get lands and power, but she could still tell it was very inconvenient to others.<br/><br/>She then placed her hand on his shoulder reassuringly. ""And no need to be so formal, we're not in Orlesian Courts. I think speaking out of turn is not all that important. You were just stating your mind, monsieur."""
4106,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=25,2014-11-26T15:44:00,Asyir,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Templar High Council <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22581544#p22581544"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Asyir <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22581486#p22581486"">wrote</a>:</cite>Willhelm continued running the rock across his blade. The sound of grinding soothed him. The warden sat there, listening the the crowd of people near the gate. His interest was peeked when he overheard the man called Adrian and the Templar. All Willhelm made out was ""Orzammar"", but that was enough to make the rogue sheath his sword and stand up. <br/><br/>He threw his blue and grey cloak behind him, again revealing his majestic armor. He kept his left hand upon the ruby pommel of his sword, as he approached the two men. In a calm and emotionless voice, Willhelm began speaking,""I overheard you mentioned Orzammar?""</div></blockquote><br/>""I did. What is it you want?"" Adrian turned to face the roguish Warden, shrouded like the others but bearing the Warden's armor. Adrian personally didn't care for rogues, mostly because they were stereotyped as underhanded tricksters, but that still didn't change the fact that he didn't trust them. You can see what a true warrior carries into battle, not always the same for rogues and mages. But I digress.</div></blockquote><br/>""What for?"" Willhelm asked with his monotone voice. The rouge took his left hand off the ruby pommel. The warden looked over towards the Templar, and already had his question answered within his head. Looking back towards Adrian, he glanced over the man. He noticed the large greatsword upon his back, it was nearly the size of the warden himself.<br/><br/>What struck Willhelm the most was the armor the man was wearing. It looked eerily similar to the armor of the Grey Wardens, minus a few things. ""Your armor looks nearly identical to warden-plate. Yet, I don't sense you to be a warden."""
4107,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=25,2014-11-26T16:01:00,Krugmar,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Senan</span><br/><br/>Senan watched as they talked amongst each other, most seemed to be new recruits like him though a few of them seemed to know each other though Senan could not fully tell. His understanding of Kabethari emotions was limited, they seemed an impatient and highly emotional lot of people. Senan had not determined whether any of them spoke Qunlat, though he doubted that they would have a full grasp on the language even if they could speak it. His own speech in the common tongue was fairly limited and he preferred to speak Qunlat where possible, thinking that it was a more proper language to speak. Bored of waiting, he opened his book on the Qun and began reading it once again, having little else to do."
4108,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=25,2014-11-26T16:07:00,New Roman Empire,"""Adrian, It's the best place to find a supply of lyrium. Not to mention that it will be Magellan and Templar free warzone. Plus we don't have to go through the chantry and I won't have to risk using red lyrium. Which I believe we all know the effects of that. I saw it first hand in kirkwall, So much death and this fucking crisis came about from it. So anyway That's just my opinion, but I will need to restock on lyrium soon Though. Six bars won't last very long."" Informed Trant as he took another small dose of lyrium. The first time he had tried it he spit it out, but over time he got used to it and it didn't bother him much anymore."
4109,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=25,2014-11-26T16:18:00,Argentarino,"<blockquote><div><cite>Sulania <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22581613#p22581613"">wrote</a>:</cite>""It's alright."" She said to former Chevalier, courteously. Of course she was taken a bit aback by his interruption, but did find him very agreeable on the matter. Though it wasn't all that inconvenient to her, as it did help her get lands and power, but she could still tell it was very inconvenient to others. <br/><br/>She then placed her hand on his shoulder reassuringly. ""And no need to be so formal, we're not in Orlesian Courts. I think speaking out of turn is not all that important. You were just stating your mind, monsieur.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""I apologize Madame...er...I mean, yes, Madame. It is just how I was taught as a Chevalier. The habits are hard to get past."""
4110,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=25,2014-11-26T16:19:00,Asyir,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Roman Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22582062#p22582062"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Adrian, It's the best place to find a supply of lyrium. Not to mention that it will be Magellan and Templar free warzone. Plus we don't have to go through the chantry and I won't have to risk using red lyrium. Which I believe we all know the effects of that. I saw it first hand in kirkwall, So much death and this fucking crisis came about from it. So anyway That's just my opinion, but I will need to restock on lyrium soon Though. Six bars won't last very long."" Informed Trant as he took another small dose of lyrium. The first time he had tried it he spit it out, but over time he got used to it and it didn't bother him much anymore.</div></blockquote><br/>Willhelm heard the Templar speak. As the Templar muttered on about lyrium, Willhelm collected his thoughts. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">A fool. The dwarves of Orzammar don't throw open their doors to outsiders, especially chantry folk. Only a noble, dwarf, or merchant can pass through. Them and the Wardens. But I'm not going back there. Never.</span>""<br/><br/>He merely shrugged off the templar's dialogue, pretending not to act like he were listening."
4111,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=25,2014-11-26T16:33:00,The Templar High Council,"<blockquote><div><cite>Asyir <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22581747#p22581747"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Templar High Council <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22581544#p22581544"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I did. What is it you want?"" Adrian turned to face the roguish Warden, shrouded like the others but bearing the Warden's armor. Adrian personally didn't care for rogues, mostly because they were stereotyped as underhanded tricksters, but that still didn't change the fact that he didn't trust them. You can see what a true warrior carries into battle, not always the same for rogues and mages. But I digress.</div></blockquote><br/>""What for?"" Willhelm asked with his monotone voice. The rouge took his left hand off the ruby pommel. The warden looked over towards the Templar, and already had his question answered within his head. Looking back towards Adrian, he glanced over the man. He noticed the large greatsword upon his back, it was nearly the size of the warden himself. <br/><br/>What struck Willhelm the most was the armor the man was wearing. It looked eerily similar to the armor of the Grey Wardens, minus a few things. ""Your armor looks nearly identical to warden-plate. Yet, I don't sense you to be a warden.""</div></blockquote><br/>""No, I'm not a Warden. I'm simply a man. My name is Adrian Lareton, of Kirkwall."" Adrian did not bow, nor offer his hand. A simple nod sufficed in this freezing weather. ""Though I've heard the comment on my armor more than once. I suppose we just have similar tastes."""
4112,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=25,2014-11-26T16:41:00,Sulania,"<blockquote><div><cite>Argentarino <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22582175#p22582175"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Sulania <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22581613#p22581613"">wrote</a>:</cite>""It's alright."" She said to former Chevalier, courteously. Of course she was taken a bit aback by his interruption, but did find him very agreeable on the matter. Though it wasn't all that inconvenient to her, as it did help her get lands and power, but she could still tell it was very inconvenient to others. <br/><br/>She then placed her hand on his shoulder reassuringly. ""And no need to be so formal, we're not in Orlesian Courts. I think speaking out of turn is not all that important. You were just stating your mind, monsieur.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""I apologize Madame...er...I mean, yes, Madame. It is just how I was taught as a Chevalier. The habits are hard to get past.""</div></blockquote><br/>""I understand."" She said, recalling how hard it was for her to adjust to being little more than a commoner after she fled her lands. She knew all to well how hard it was to adjust from a way that you lived the majority of your life. Though it was not as hard for her, as she did spend her early life as the adopted child of an assassin and bard. Not necessarily the lap of luxury, though she definitely wasn't poor either. Just on the move a lot. ""You'll get used to it.""<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Krugmar <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22581984#p22581984"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Senan</span><br/><br/>Senan watched as they talked amongst each other, most seemed to be new recruits like him though a few of them seemed to know each other though Senan could not fully tell. His understanding of Kabethari emotions was limited, they seemed an impatient and highly emotional lot of people. Senan had not determined whether any of them spoke Qunlat, though he doubted that they would have a full grasp on the language even if they could speak it. His own speech in the common tongue was fairly limited and he preferred to speak Qunlat where possible, thinking that it was a more proper language to speak. Bored of waiting, he opened his book on the Qun and began reading it once again, having little else to do.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>She then turned her attention to the one Qunari in the group, seeing him reading some book. Likely something adhering to Qunari philosophy or the Qun, something tied to Qunari culture. Most of what she knew was from books, or what some traders would tell of Qunari lands. She heard about the incident in Kirkwall, the one involving the Qunari invasion and the Champion's rise to power. She also learned some things from Duke Prosper, he seemed to be interested in Qunari things for some reason. Though she never bothered with him, only kept mildly positive relations with him given his relation to the Empress.<br/><br/>Either way, she decided to approach the Qunari, of whom she had yet to learn the name of. ""Greetings, monsieur."" She said. ""May I ask your name?"""
4113,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=25,2014-11-26T16:56:00,New Roman Empire,"""Ah, but there is more than one way to get into Orzammar. I don't think finding a way in will be the problem. The problem would be what we would be fighting, with the darkspawn down there. Buy with the wardens we have, I don't think they would be a problem. Plus it would be nice to get out of this cold before we all freeze."" Chuckled Trant as he watched the dwarf ignoring him. ""Do I bore you master dwarf."" Asked Trant as he leaned against a crate."
4114,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=25,2014-11-26T16:57:00,Asyir,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Templar High Council <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22582335#p22582335"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Asyir <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22581747#p22581747"">wrote</a>:</cite>""What for?"" Willhelm asked with his monotone voice. The rouge took his left hand off the ruby pommel. The warden looked over towards the Templar, and already had his question answered within his head. Looking back towards Adrian, he glanced over the man. He noticed the large greatsword upon his back, it was nearly the size of the warden himself. <br/><br/>What struck Willhelm the most was the armor the man was wearing. It looked eerily similar to the armor of the Grey Wardens, minus a few things. ""Your armor looks nearly identical to warden-plate. Yet, I don't sense you to be a warden.""</div></blockquote><br/>""No, I'm not a Warden. I'm simply a man. My name is Adrian Lareton, of Kirkwall."" Adrian did not bow, nor offer his hand. A simple nod sufficed in this freezing weather. ""Though I've heard the comment on my armor more than once. I suppose we just have similar tastes.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Ah. My apologies,"" Willhelm said, retuning the nod. Willhelm knew almost nothing of the city of Kirkwall, besides it being a city in the Free Marches, and where the champion was. He also knew that Kirkwall was where the Mage Templar war started. ""I've never been to Kirkwall before. Is it as cold Ferelden?"""
4115,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=25,2014-11-26T17:11:00,Asyir,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Roman Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22582600#p22582600"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Ah, but there is more than one way to get into Orzammar. I don't think finding a way in will be the problem. The problem would be what we would be fighting, with the darkspawn down there. Buy with the wardens we have, I don't think they would be a problem. Plus it would be nice to get out of this cold before we all freeze."" Chuckled Trant as he watched the dwarf ignoring him. ""Do I bore you master dwarf."" Asked Trant as he leaned against a crate.</div></blockquote><br/>""Through the deep roads?"" Willhelm mused. As a warden, Willhelm was amused by how easy others thought they could maneuver around the deep roads. It actually irked him. However, he kept his thoughts to himself. After a few minutes however, he just had to explain this to the Templar.<br/><br/>""Look Templar, Orzammar is nearly impossible to get into, even from the deep roads. The nearest entrance is a week well south of us. If we somehow manage to get there, we have to fight our way down the tunnels. There are worse things then Darkspawn down there as well. Then we have to guess which tunnel leads back to Orzammar, all the while hoping we don't starve. If you really need lyrium, which I'm guessing is why you want to go to Orzammar, I can demand of it from the chantry instead."""
4116,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=25,2014-11-26T17:18:00,New Roman Empire,"Trant shook his head when the man mentioned the Chantry. ""They won't be of any help, the lyrium will be locked up tight. Plus with a bunch of rogue templars they won't hand any out. So the chntry is out of the question master dwarf. But as I said, we have several wardens So Ltd not like we will b ambushed or anything. Plus I am just running low on lyrium So I have to cut back. Which starts withdraw. And then possibly death or insanity, So pardon me for not wanting any of those two options."" Informed Trant as he was tempted to smack the warden. But thought it probably wasn't the best idea."
4117,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=25,2014-11-26T17:22:00,New Armarzia,"Sigmund looked longingly back at the fire within the wall's of the keep. He regretted not actually questioning what was going on, realizing the group was just preparing to leave rather then actually leaving he knew he probably could of cooked some of the meat of his hunting prize. Sigmund walked a bit away from the crowd so he didn't have to be reminded of his rash wastefulness. He circled around the gate and pressed his back against the outer wall and slid down to a sitting position to look out at the landscape in front of the keep.<br/><br/>He looked at his dogs who looked back at Sigmund Strauss expectantly which he had to say, ""Sorry boys, false alarm. We probably have another moment till we leave."" He took a small journal out of his pack and began to write some of his more emotional thoughts that of the last few entires centered primarily around the group he had just met. He hadn't spoken to much of the group, and he only had meaningful conversation besides basic introductions was with the Templar. Sigmund was a bit questionable of the Templar at first given the presence of mages, but the Templar's disconnection with the order was comforting. However, much of Sigmund's thoughts and writing were based upon the presence of the Quanari mage. The Quanari was a constant reminder of Sigmund's bloody past, though to no fault of the specific Quanari. He was one of the reasons Sigmund decided to keep his distance from the group, just in case things didn't work out.<br/><br/>Sigmund looked down at the page in his journal which at this point was just a recounting of his only other encounter with Quanari, the Arishock's attack on Kirkwall that killed Sigmund's family. Sigmund turned the page as sorrow began to grip his heart and decided just to make a sketch of the view in front of him as his dogs snuggled next to him due to the cold."
4118,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=25,2014-11-26T17:24:00,Asyir,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Roman Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22582803#p22582803"">wrote</a>:</cite>Trant shook his head when the man mentioned the Chantry. ""They won't be of any help, the lyrium will be locked up tight. Plus with a bunch of rogue templars they won't hand any out. So the chntry is out of the question master dwarf. But as I said, we have several wardens So Ltd not like we will b ambushed or anything. Plus I am just running low on lyrium So I have to cut back. Which starts withdraw. And then possibly death or insanity, So pardon me for not wanting any of those two options."" Informed Trant as he was tempted to smack the warden. But thought it probably wasn't the best idea.</div></blockquote><br/>""There are two of us. We are not as powerful as one would think. Strong yes. Strong enough to defeat hundreds of Darkspawn, no,"" Willhelm said, as he was very irritated, especially from being called a dwarf. ""I am a warden. Under King Alistair's rule, I could easily gain access to lyrium. It wouldn't be<span style=""font-style: italic"">too</span>hard."""
4119,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=25,2014-11-26T17:29:00,New Roman Empire,"""Yeah, but It's not like were going to run into a hundred darkspawn at once. Especially since there isn't a blight going on right now. I believe it would be well worth the risk. Plus Yes, he is your king not mine. I was born in the Free Marches, only time I saw him was when he visited kirkwall. But that was some time ago now. So you have the easy access not me warden."" Informed Trant as he was becoming impatient at the was warden and was about ready to punch him in the gut."
4120,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=25,2014-11-26T17:36:00,Asyir,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Roman Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22582944#p22582944"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Yeah, but It's not like were going to run into a hundred darkspawn at once. Especially since there isn't a blight going on right now. I believe it would be well worth the risk. Plus Yes, he is your king not mine. I was born in the Free Marches, only time I saw him was when he visited kirkwall. But that was some time ago now. So you have the easy access not me warden."" Informed Trant as he was becoming impatient at the was warden and was about ready to punch him in the gut.</div></blockquote><br/>Willhelm saw he was angering the Templar. He too was quite frustrated by the Templar, as he was being stubborn. Finally, after collecting his thoughts, the warden replied,""I can just walk into a chantry. Demand some lyrium, and once we leave, hand it to you. It's that simple. And it wouldn't require a fools errand into the deep roads, which are still filled with Darkspawn. I should know, I've been in them upon numerous occasions. Darkspawn don't just disappear after a blight. They grow and multiply, and ""dig"" until they find a new arch-demon."""
4121,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=25,2014-11-26T17:44:00,The Templar High Council,"<blockquote><div><cite>Asyir <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22582610#p22582610"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Templar High Council <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22582335#p22582335"">wrote</a>:</cite>""No, I'm not a Warden. I'm simply a man. My name is Adrian Lareton, of Kirkwall."" Adrian did not bow, nor offer his hand. A simple nod sufficed in this freezing weather. ""Though I've heard the comment on my armor more than once. I suppose we just have similar tastes.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Ah. My apologies,"" Willhelm said, retuning the nod. Willhelm knew almost nothing of the city of Kirkwall, besides it being a city in the Free Marches, and where the champion was. He also knew that Kirkwall was where the Mage Templar war started. ""I've never been to Kirkwall before. Is it as cold Ferelden?""</div></blockquote><br/>""Kirkwall? Cold? Hardly."" Adrian laughed as the Trant and the Warden carried on about lyrium. ""By the way Warden, might I ask your name?"""
4122,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=25,2014-11-26T17:47:00,Asyir,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Templar High Council <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22583159#p22583159"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Asyir <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22582610#p22582610"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Ah. My apologies,"" Willhelm said, retuning the nod. Willhelm knew almost nothing of the city of Kirkwall, besides it being a city in the Free Marches, and where the champion was. He also knew that Kirkwall was where the Mage Templar war started. ""I've never been to Kirkwall before. Is it as cold Ferelden?""</div></blockquote><br/>""Kirkwall? Cold? Hardly."" Adrian laughed as the Trant and the Warden carried on about lyrium. ""By the way Warden, might I ask your name?""</div></blockquote><br/>""Hardly cold? How could one live like that? The heat is dreadful,"" mused Willhelm. After a quick second, he bowed low, as befits both a warden and a ""noble"". In a deep, majestic tone, Willhelm proclaimed,""My name is Ser Willhelm Ryes, although just call me Willhelm."""
4123,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=25,2014-11-26T18:01:00,The Templar High Council,"<blockquote><div><cite>Asyir <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22583202#p22583202"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Templar High Council <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22583159#p22583159"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Kirkwall? Cold? Hardly."" Adrian laughed as the Trant and the Warden carried on about lyrium. ""By the way Warden, might I ask your name?""</div></blockquote><br/>""Hardly cold? How could one live like that? The heat is dreadful,"" mused Willhelm. After a quick second, he bowed low, as befits both a warden and a ""noble"". In a deep, majestic tone, Willhelm proclaimed,""My name is Ser Willhelm Ryes, although just call me Willhelm.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Willhelm,"" Adrian continued, ""I understand you probably didn't grow up in the Free Marches. It's only cold on mountaintops; everywhere else is sunny and green. Much better place to live than this dreary, frozen waste."" Adrian huffed another cloud into the air. ""This is dreadful. I'd rather be anywhere than here right now."""
4124,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=25,2014-11-26T18:08:00,New Roman Empire,"Trant chuckled at the thought, ""that would work, but first we need to find a chantry that isn't burned to the ground or abandoned. But yeah I agree with you there Adrian, It's to bad kirkwall is pretty much a ruin now thanks to the warden Anders. He had to blow up the chantry and start this damned war. Oh well, better this than finding a dragon right."" Trant started to pace back and fourth room keep his mind off of the withdraw that he would have to deal with soon. But that would be weeks away maybe longer maybe shorter. But tbis was very serious."
4125,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=50,2014-11-26T18:12:00,Asyir,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Templar High Council <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22583396#p22583396"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Asyir <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22583202#p22583202"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Hardly cold? How could one live like that? The heat is dreadful,"" mused Willhelm. After a quick second, he bowed low, as befits both a warden and a ""noble"". In a deep, majestic tone, Willhelm proclaimed,""My name is Ser Willhelm Ryes, although just call me Willhelm.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Willhelm,"" Adrian continued, ""I understand you probably didn't grow up in the Free Marches. It's only cold on mountaintops; everywhere else is sunny and green. Much better place to live than this dreary, frozen waste."" Adrian huffed another cloud into the air. ""This is dreadful. I'd rather be anywhere than here right now.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Dreary? Frozen waste? That's Ferelden for you. This is as good as it gets here. It's actually quite warm for this time of year,"" Willhelm replied honestly. He now had a sudden longing for an adventure to the Free Marches, perhaps once this business is complete, he would go there.<br/><br/>However, Willhelm loved his country of Ferelden, even if it were a ""dreary, frozen waste"". He looked at the Free Marcher. He looked out of place as the snow fell more rapidly then before. ""Anywhere? How about a dragon's roost? I hear they're quite 'warm'."
4126,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=50,2014-11-26T18:15:00,Asyir,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Roman Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22583477#p22583477"">wrote</a>:</cite>Trant chuckled at the thought, ""that would work, but first we need to find a chantry that isn't burned to the ground or abandoned. But yeah I agree with you there Adrian, It's to bad kirkwall is pretty much a ruin now thanks to the warden Anders. He had to blow up the chantry and start this damned war. Oh well, better this than finding a dragon right."" Trant started to pace back and fourth room keep his mind off of the withdraw that he would have to deal with soon. But that would be weeks away maybe longer maybe shorter. But tbis was very serious.</div></blockquote><br/>""We're not far from one. There's one in a little village a days march from here. We could stop there. Why, we may even have to pass through it,"" Willhelm stated. He was quite intrigued when this warden named ""Anders"" was mentioned. He had heard this name before, spoken by his commander back in Denerim. ""My Commander spoke often of this ""Anders"". Wasn't he a companion of Hawke?"""
4127,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=50,2014-11-26T18:19:00,The Templar High Council,"<blockquote><div><cite>Asyir <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22583523#p22583523"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Templar High Council <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22583396#p22583396"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Willhelm,"" Adrian continued, ""I understand you probably didn't grow up in the Free Marches. It's only cold on mountaintops; everywhere else is sunny and green. Much better place to live than this dreary, frozen waste."" Adrian huffed another cloud into the air. ""This is dreadful. I'd rather be anywhere than here right now.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Dreary? Frozen waste? That's Ferelden for you. This is as good as it gets here. It's actually quite warm for this time of year,"" Willhelm replied honestly. He now had a sudden longing for an adventure to the Free Marches, perhaps once this business is complete, he would go there. <br/><br/>However, Willhelm loved his country of Ferelden, even if it were a ""dreary, frozen waste"". He looked at the Free Marcher. He looked out of place as the snow fell more rapidly then before. ""Anywhere? How about a dragon's roost? I hear they're quite 'warm'.</div></blockquote><br/>""I'd rather meet a dragon. You can fight a dragon, you can't combat the weather."" Adrian continued to shiver. ""It wasn't this bad in Orlais. Or on the Fereldan coast. These damn mountains...<br/><br/>""My family actually knew Hawke's: my parents knew his mother, Madame Leandra, when they were young in Kirkwall. Sadly, I never met the Champion. And we heard his mother passed away a year or so after they returned to Kirkwall..."" All this depressing talk...<span style=""font-style: italic"">Maker, just give me a dragon already.</span>"
4128,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=50,2014-11-26T18:29:00,Asyir,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Templar High Council <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22583613#p22583613"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Asyir <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22583523#p22583523"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Dreary? Frozen waste? That's Ferelden for you. This is as good as it gets here. It's actually quite warm for this time of year,"" Willhelm replied honestly. He now had a sudden longing for an adventure to the Free Marches, perhaps once this business is complete, he would go there. <br/><br/>However, Willhelm loved his country of Ferelden, even if it were a ""dreary, frozen waste"". He looked at the Free Marcher. He looked out of place as the snow fell more rapidly then before. ""Anywhere? How about a dragon's roost? I hear they're quite 'warm'.</div></blockquote><br/>""I'd rather meet a dragon. You can fight a dragon, you can't combat the weather."" Adrian continued to shiver. ""It wasn't this bad in Orlais. Or on the Fereldan coast. These damn mountains...<br/><br/>""My family actually knew Hawke's: my parents knew his mother, Madame Leandra, when they were young in Kirkwall. Sadly, I never met the Champion. And we heard his mother passed away a year or so after they returned to Kirkwall..."" All this depressing talk... <span style=""font-style: italic"">Maker, just give me a dragon already.</span></div></blockquote><br/>""You just need some nice thick furs, boots, and a cap and you'll be good to go,"" Willhelm said as the snow continued to fall. ""That's awfully.... Sad. Reminds me of... Nevermind. Anyways it was nice chating with you Adrian. But I may go have a look outside the gate."""
4129,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=50,2014-11-26T18:30:00,New Roman Empire,"""Yes, he was a companion of Hawke, he is also the one responsible for the explosion at the chantry in Kirkwall. He started the war between the mages and the templars, the world went from shit to he'll all in one day. A day I thought was impossible, a day when we were ordered to kill every Magellan on sight. A few templars and I grouped up grabbed some lyrium and left, we all Seperated after we got to Denerim. But Let's not do anything stupid shall we."" Chuckled Trant as he sat down on the crate again."
4130,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=50,2014-11-26T18:34:00,Asyir,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Roman Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22583781#p22583781"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Yes, he was a companion of Hawke, he is also the one responsible for the explosion at the chantry in Kirkwall. He started the war between the mages and the templars, the world went from shit to he'll all in one day. A day I thought was impossible, a day when we were ordered to kill every Magellan on sight. A few templars and I grouped up grabbed some lyrium and left, we all Seperated after we got to Denerim. But Let's not do anything stupid shall we."" Chuckled Trant as he sat down on the crate again.</div></blockquote><br/>""Trust me. Doing stupid things isn't in my nature,"" Willhelm responded with his usual calm tone. ""He was killed for that yes? I would hope so. Such scum don't deserve the title of Warden."""
4131,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=50,2014-11-26T18:41:00,New Roman Empire,"""I would hope So, but I don't know. He might have been spared or he might be locked somewhere and tortured all day. Or at least that is what I hope. He is the one that caused tbis and he should pay for his crimes if he is still alive. Adrian do you know anything about the mages and templars leaving kirkwall in large numbers? "" Asked Trant as he sneezed."
4132,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=50,2014-11-26T18:47:00,The Templar High Council,"<blockquote><div><cite>Asyir <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22583760#p22583760"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Templar High Council <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22583613#p22583613"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I'd rather meet a dragon. You can fight a dragon, you can't combat the weather."" Adrian continued to shiver. ""It wasn't this bad in Orlais. Or on the Fereldan coast. These damn mountains...<br/><br/>""My family actually knew Hawke's: my parents knew his mother, Madame Leandra, when they were young in Kirkwall. Sadly, I never met the Champion. And we heard his mother passed away a year or so after they returned to Kirkwall..."" All this depressing talk... <span style=""font-style: italic"">Maker, just give me a dragon already.</span></div></blockquote><br/>""You just need some nice thick furs, boots, and a cap and you'll be good to go,"" Willhelm said as the snow continued to fall. ""That's awfully.... Sad. Reminds me of... Nevermind. Anyways it was nice chatting with you Adrian. But I may go have a look outside the gate.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Good talking to you too."" Adrian pulled his cloak tighter, as he responded to Trant.<blockquote><div><cite>New Roman Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22583954#p22583954"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Adrian do you know anything about the mages and Templars leaving Kirkwall in large numbers? "" Asked Trant as he sneezed.</div></blockquote><br/>""I don't know anything about it. All I know is many civilians left when the Chantry was attacked, and the rest when the fighting broke out. Mages and Templars... were too preoccupied to leave."" He sighed, looking down at the snow. ""Let's forget about this, please?"""
4133,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=50,2014-11-26T18:51:00,Asyir,"Willhelm nodded to the two men. He turned around towards the gate, and walked out from the shattered gate. As he was outside of the walls, he turned back to inspect them. As he walled along the outsides of the ramparts, he discovered nothing of importance.<br/><br/>However he noticed that the ""gates"" wee nothing more than an opening into the keep. The ""walls"" were made of stone, but all of it was cracked up. The keep was in massive disrepair, and for the sake of safety, he hoped they could help this client, so the walls would get remade.<br/><br/>The snow continued to fall as Willhelm walked alone through the small nearby forest. He found a small frozen stream, and he sat on a rock near the bank. He looked up to the Frostback mountains, knowing that Orlais and the Dales were behind the massive bulwark of rock. Willhelm's father had once told him,""the Frostbacks are Ferelden's best ally, and our worst enemy.""<br/><br/>He pondered this as he found a rock and again began grinding his sword."
4134,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=50,2014-11-26T19:10:00,TotallyNotEvilLand,"Having dipped her toes into the water, so to speak, Melova felt perfectly content to lean back and watch the conversations develop without her getting involved. Getting to know a group was something she liked to do in short bursts, where she felt comfortable at it. Once she was immersed among them she could risk being annoying, of course. Besides, this was a good way to gather information about who she was working with. Just keep catching the sounds with those massive ears.<br/><br/>... Why did elves have ears like that anyways? Were there a race of blind elves or something and they needed the ears to hear better? She put hand to her chin and contemplated that. Maybe the ears used to be bigger, and were weaponized at some point. Genius."
4135,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=50,2014-11-26T21:13:00,The Ik Ka Ek Akai,"Shaeris ran quickly along a trail, the trees whizzing by with each step of hers. Behind her, an angered group of shemlen chased, numbering five in all. They carried with them farming tools: sickles and forks, to be used as weaponry against the Dalish woman fleeing their assault. She ran and ran, the enraged villagers trailing her every step. She shouted back with cries of ""Stop!"" or ""Leave me alone!"" to no avail. Her status as a maleficar had been revealed to them, and in their pious devotion they would see her dead. This was her reason to run, to flee persecution for her dark arts that she had performed with no ill intent. Such things are forbidden under any circumstance, and thus she would be hunted.<br/><br/>A keep came into view, the large gate sealed shut. ""Help!"" she cried, ""Help! Open the gate!"" were her words as she was chased. She soon found herself at the gate. She was backed against a wall with five angry men seeking her demise. They ran closer and she once again shouted ""Stay back!"" to no avail. They ran to her, weapons in hand and ready to kill.<br/><br/>""Silence, Maleficar. You die."" the leader of the group said, before being thrown back by a wall of vines. A green glow emanated from Shaeris's staff, and more vines sprouted and threw the villagers away. She was already tired, however, and this trick lasted for but a brief time. She soon found herself in their gaze, ire filling their eyes and their hearts, and prepared to kill. She could only hope her cries for help had been heard and would be heeded before she would have to draw blood."
4136,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=50,2014-11-26T21:23:00,New Armarzia,"Sigmund darted up from his patch of dirt, dropping his journal as he got up when he heard the cries for help. He immediately readied his bow with an arrow as he jogged over to where the yelling was. It wasn't far as he hadn't strayed too far from the gate, but he felt a bit stiff from the cold. As he approached the scene Sigmund looked back at his dogs and said, ""Stay close boys, no need to get ourselves hurt.""<br/><br/>Sigmund came upon an Elven women backed up and cornered by five humans who couldn't be anything more then villagers or farmers. There was five of them and only one elf so he trained the bow on the five humans and said, ""Why don't you calm down, nobody needs to get hurt right now. You've chased her out of your homes, she shouldn't be a threat any longer."" However, as he spoke he shot inquisitive and concerned looks towards the elf because for all he knew she might actually be Malefic, though she seemed to be losing this engagement at the moment."
4137,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=50,2014-11-26T21:40:00,The Ik Ka Ek Akai,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Armarzia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22586216#p22586216"">wrote</a>:</cite>Sigmund darted up from his patch of dirt, dropping his journal as he got up when he heard the cries for help. He immediately readied his bow with an arrow as he jogged over to where the yelling was. It wasn't far as he hadn't strayed too far from the gate, but he felt a bit stiff from the cold. As he approached the scene Sigmund looked back at his dogs and said, ""Stay close boys, no need to get ourselves hurt.""<br/><br/>Sigmund came upon an Elven women backed up and cornered by five humans who couldn't be anything more then villagers or farmers. There was five of them and only one elf so he trained the bow on the five humans and said, ""Why don't you calm down, nobody needs to get hurt right now. You've chased her out of your homes, she shouldn't be a threat any longer."" However, as he spoke he shot inquisitive and concerned looks towards the elf because for all he knew she might actually be Malefic, though she seemed to be losing this engagement at the moment.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Shaeris listened gladly to the voice defending her. She gained a large smile across her face, and laughed in the joy of relief. Her cries had been heard, and help was now here. She was so grateful, she did not notice that one of the villagers had run up to her. She jumped away as he slashed with his sickle, cutting her arm. As blood began to flow out, another slash came. She screamed ""Stop!"" and he did so. His body<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://dragonage.wikia.com/wiki/Blood_Control"" rel=""nofollow"">twitched in odd ways as she drew from her own blood to control his.</a>The villager was lifted slightly into the air and thrown back to his friends. He begins to back away in fear and ends up running away as the others back up as well. They had never seen such a thing before in their life. The violent twitch of the blood shifting through the body, being lifted and thrown like that, unnerved them. Their footing was lost, and they now seemed as afraid as the frightened elf before them."
4138,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=50,2014-11-26T21:47:00,Argentarino,"Freyan Gratien, as if out of habit, upon hearing the cries for help, jumped onto his horse, put on his helmet and unsheathed his sword and rode out the gate. He placed himself before both the frightened villagers and the elf woman, and spoke out. ""You villeins are on the property of the Shattered Blade mercenary group! I am Ser Freyan Gratien, Chevalier of Orlais and hired blade of the owners of this keep. I demand you to inform me of your intentions!"" Freyan hoped that his little lie would scare the obviously frightened villagers into compliance. While the words were a lie, his armor was that of the Chevaliers, and how did it glisten in the mountain sun."
4139,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=50,2014-11-26T21:49:00,New Armarzia,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Ik Ka Ek Akai <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22586451#p22586451"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Shaeris listened gladly to the voice defending her. She gained a large smile across her face, and laughed in the joy of relief. Her cries had been heard, and help was now here. She was so grateful, she did not notice that one of the villagers had run up to her. She jumped away as he slashed with his sickle, cutting her arm. As blood began to flow out, another slash came. She screamed ""Stop!"" and he did so. His body <a class=""postlink"" href=""http://dragonage.wikia.com/wiki/Blood_Control"" rel=""nofollow"">twitched in odd ways as she drew from her own blood to control his.</a> The villager was lifted slightly into the air and thrown back to his friends. He begins to back away in fear and ends up running away as the others back up as well. They had never seen such a thing before in their life. The violent twitch of the blood shifting through the body, being lifted and thrown like that, unnerved them. Their footing was lost, and they now seemed as afraid as the frightened elf before them.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Witnessing the whole spectacle Sigmund unintentionally let loose an arrow that flew off wildly into the woods. Fear immediately took hold of Sigmund as he took a step back. Tug whimpered as followed his master backwards, Alexander on the other hand stood his ground and growled at the elven mage. There were so many mages that were on there own now, what was the chances that she would actually be a blood mage?<br/><br/>Sigmund took another step back causing him to trip on a stone and fall to the ground. He dropped his bow which hit a rock and slid away from him on some ice along the stone. With his bow out of reach there was little Sigmund could do against a blood mage. Tug now took a defensive stance at the foot of his fallen master and began to growl as well. Thoughts began to flood Sigmund's mind of all the murders connected to Blood magic back in Kirkwall when he use to live there and he just sat there motionless staring at the elven girl, though his expression of fear had to turned to one of accepted defeat as he stared at what he expected to be his doom."
4140,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=50,2014-11-26T21:50:00,The Templar High Council,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Ik Ka Ek Akai <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22586451#p22586451"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Armarzia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22586216#p22586216"">wrote</a>:</cite>Sigmund darted up from his patch of dirt, dropping his journal as he got up when he heard the cries for help. He immediately readied his bow with an arrow as he jogged over to where the yelling was. It wasn't far as he hadn't strayed too far from the gate, but he felt a bit stiff from the cold. As he approached the scene Sigmund looked back at his dogs and said, ""Stay close boys, no need to get ourselves hurt.""<br/><br/>Sigmund came upon an Elven women backed up and cornered by five humans who couldn't be anything more then villagers or farmers. There was five of them and only one elf so he trained the bow on the five humans and said, ""Why don't you calm down, nobody needs to get hurt right now. You've chased her out of your homes, she shouldn't be a threat any longer."" However, as he spoke he shot inquisitive and concerned looks towards the elf because for all he knew she might actually be Malefic, though she seemed to be losing this engagement at the moment.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Shaeris listened gladly to the voice defending her. She gained a large smile across her face, and laughed in the joy of relief. Her cries had been heard, and help was now here. She was so grateful, she did not notice that one of the villagers had run up to her. She jumped away as he slashed with his sickle, cutting her arm. As blood began to flow out, another slash came. She screamed ""Stop!"" and he did so. His body <a class=""postlink"" href=""http://dragonage.wikia.com/wiki/Blood_Control"" rel=""nofollow"">twitched in odd ways as she drew from her own blood to control his.</a> The villager was lifted slightly into the air and thrown back to his friends. He begins to back away in fear and ends up running away as the others back up as well. They had never seen such a thing before in their life. The violent twitch of the blood shifting through the body, being lifted and thrown like that, unnerved them. Their footing was lost, and they now seemed as afraid as the frightened elf before them.</div></blockquote><br/>Adrianstruggled the gates while the mob was thrown back, and opened it to see the farmers at a distance and a bleeding elf by the doors. ""By the Maker! Are you alright?"" Both parties seemed injured, and Adrian was unsure of what to do. ""What happened here? Explain yourselves."""
4141,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=50,2014-11-26T21:53:00,Sulania,"Even though she was attempting to make conversation with a new stranger, a Qunari no less, Justine heard commotion coming from nearby and quickly made the move to see what was happening. Leaving the Qunari there with only a ""Sorry, I'll be back!"" It wasn't the most enlightening conversation, given how it only just started. But she'll get other opportunities later.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>The Ik Ka Ek Akai <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22586451#p22586451"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Armarzia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22586216#p22586216"">wrote</a>:</cite>Sigmund darted up from his patch of dirt, dropping his journal as he got up when he heard the cries for help. He immediately readied his bow with an arrow as he jogged over to where the yelling was. It wasn't far as he hadn't strayed too far from the gate, but he felt a bit stiff from the cold. As he approached the scene Sigmund looked back at his dogs and said, ""Stay close boys, no need to get ourselves hurt.""<br/><br/>Sigmund came upon an Elven women backed up and cornered by five humans who couldn't be anything more then villagers or farmers. There was five of them and only one elf so he trained the bow on the five humans and said, ""Why don't you calm down, nobody needs to get hurt right now. You've chased her out of your homes, she shouldn't be a threat any longer."" However, as he spoke he shot inquisitive and concerned looks towards the elf because for all he knew she might actually be Malefic, though she seemed to be losing this engagement at the moment.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Shaeris listened gladly to the voice defending her. She gained a large smile across her face, and laughed in the joy of relief. Her cries had been heard, and help was now here. She was so grateful, she did not notice that one of the villagers had run up to her. She jumped away as he slashed with his sickle, cutting her arm. As blood began to flow out, another slash came. She screamed ""Stop!"" and he did so. His body <a class=""postlink"" href=""http://dragonage.wikia.com/wiki/Blood_Control"" rel=""nofollow"">twitched in odd ways as she drew from her own blood to control his.</a> The villager was lifted slightly into the air and thrown back to his friends. He begins to back away in fear and ends up running away as the others back up as well. They had never seen such a thing before in their life. The violent twitch of the blood shifting through the body, being lifted and thrown like that, unnerved them. Their footing was lost, and they now seemed as afraid as the frightened elf before them.</div></blockquote><br/>She arrived at the scene to see another fellow from the mercenary band, and a mob that had been, she assumed, chasing and Elf. She didn't know what was happening. The crowd seemed frightened of the Elf, and the Elf was obviously also frightened of them. She couldn't get any conclusions yet, she had to hear what her fellow had to say. She quickly looked to address the mob of angry and strangely frightened people, barely taking note of the fallen Sigmund near her.<br/><br/>""What is the meaning of this?"" She shouted at the crowd of angry men and women."
4142,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=50,2014-11-26T22:06:00,The Ik Ka Ek Akai,"<blockquote><div><cite>Sulania <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22586574#p22586574"">wrote</a>:</cite>Even though she was attempting to make conversation with a new stranger, a Qunari no less, Justine heard commotion coming from nearby and quickly made the move to see what was happening. Leaving the Qunari there with only a ""Sorry, I'll be back!"" It wasn't the most enlightening conversation, given how it only just started. But she'll get other opportunities later. <br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>The Ik Ka Ek Akai <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22586451#p22586451"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Shaeris listened gladly to the voice defending her. She gained a large smile across her face, and laughed in the joy of relief. Her cries had been heard, and help was now here. She was so grateful, she did not notice that one of the villagers had run up to her. She jumped away as he slashed with his sickle, cutting her arm. As blood began to flow out, another slash came. She screamed ""Stop!"" and he did so. His body <a class=""postlink"" href=""http://dragonage.wikia.com/wiki/Blood_Control"" rel=""nofollow"">twitched in odd ways as she drew from her own blood to control his.</a> The villager was lifted slightly into the air and thrown back to his friends. He begins to back away in fear and ends up running away as the others back up as well. They had never seen such a thing before in their life. The violent twitch of the blood shifting through the body, being lifted and thrown like that, unnerved them. Their footing was lost, and they now seemed as afraid as the frightened elf before them.</div></blockquote><br/>She arrived at the scene to see another fellow from the mercenary band, and a mob that had been, she assumed, chasing and Elf. She didn't know what was happening. The crowd seemed frightened of the Elf, and the Elf was obviously also frightened of them. She couldn't get any conclusions yet, she had to hear what her fellow had to say. She quickly looked to address the mob of angry and strangely frightened people, barely taking note of the fallen Sigmund near her. <br/><br/>""What is the meaning of this?"" She shouted at the crowd of angry men and women.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The apparent leader shouts back, ""She's a maleficar! A blood mage!"" With his fork held close, he gives a glare to Shaeris. It is evident his fear is dissipating in favor of piety and faith. Zealotry can consume someone, and this was the start of it all. ""We've come to kill her before she sacrifices anyone for her dark rituals!"" he admits, stepping closer with his fork out. The remaining three zealots find themselves inspired by his bravery, and do the same. ""Unless you've got a templar at-hand, it would be wise to let us finish the deed.""<br/><br/>The villagers seemed adamant about their stance. Shaeris only cowered across from them, bleeding in her arm. ""Go ahead, maleficar. Use your magic."" the commander said, taking another step closer to her. His goal was to prove his point by forcing her to use it, as she surely would to protect her own life if nothing else. She already had done it, and so it would only need to be done again."
4143,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=50,2014-11-26T22:09:00,Argentarino,"Freyan moves his horse closer to the villagers and unsheathes his silverite sword. ""Take one more step without warrant by the Madame of this Keep, and I will cut you down where you stand. You think I haven't killed peasants such as yourself before? In Orlais, we Chevaliers cut you down for sport. Now, you have a choice. Run and live...or stay and die at my blade."""
4144,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=50,2014-11-26T22:12:00,New Armarzia,"Sigmund scrambled for his bow as the appearance of others snapped him out of his stupor and he aimed it on the elf. He was worried the Chevalier's response would incite more violence so he said, ""There is a templar here, go back to your families, you don't need to risk your life any longer."" His bow stayed aimed at the elven though a look of fear sorrow still took hold of Sigmund as he stared intently at the women. He said in a quieter tone to the elf as he took a step forward now which hinted at sorrow and desperation, ""Please don't do any more of...this, no more of that is needed here today."""
4145,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=50,2014-11-26T22:14:00,Sulania,"<blockquote><div><cite>Argentarino <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22586735#p22586735"">wrote</a>:</cite>Freyan moves his horse closer to the villagers and unsheathes his silverite sword. ""Take one more step without warrant by the Madame of this Keep, and I will cut you down where you stand. You think I haven't killed peasants such as yourself before? In Orlais, we Chevaliers cut you down for sport. Now, you have a choice. Run and live...or stay and die at my blade.""</div></blockquote><br/>Justine immediately cuts in immediately after the Chevalier made his speech. ""What my dear friend means is that you are directly defying Chantry law."" She said addressing the man and his claims of heresy and malificarum. ""Last I checked, matters related to Malificarum are to be handled directly by Chantry authority and not by a mob, and that is what you are. You would break Chantry law, the doctrines that bind us, for your own fear and hatred.""<br/><br/>She then took a step towards the crowd. ""I know that mages and their magic can be dangerous, but we cannot give up what makes us a civilized society out of fear for them. Allow us to take this woman into the Chantry and no more blood shall be shed, and we can all return to our daily lives without any further repercussions."" She then looked towards the mage, attempting to give her a somewhat sign that she wasn't really going to take her to the Chantry, but that she was just going to get her out of here."
4146,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=50,2014-11-26T22:20:00,The Ik Ka Ek Akai,"The commander lowers his fork, planting it firmly in the ground. ""I warn you all, this woman is a maleficar. You<span style=""font-style: italic"">will</span>regret it if you do not heed this warning."" he finishes. ""Come, lads. She is in their hands now."" is all he says before turning off, the other 3 men following suit. There is still a puddle of blood on the ground where the man was thrown, but no other signs of injury on their part. Someone not observant might glance over it and assume it was a pointless attack on Shaeris. If one payed attention, they would most certainly notice the blood and question the origin of such from four unharmed peasants.<br/><br/>Shaeris, too, seemed to calm down. The whispers to her had been frightening, but gave wise advice. No further magical displays may help her remain free, or at least untranquil. If they did have a templar, however, she saw little she could do. It was evident that at least one of them had seen her do the magic, and so she feared for her future. Her staff was then dropped into the dirt, and she instead turned her focus on being grateful for surviving another day."
4147,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=50,2014-11-26T22:27:00,Sulania,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Ik Ka Ek Akai <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22586833#p22586833"">wrote</a>:</cite>The commander lowers his fork, planting it firmly in the ground. ""I warn you all, this woman is a maleficar. You <span style=""font-style: italic"">will</span> regret it if you do not heed this warning."" he finishes. ""Come, lads. She is in their hands now."" is all he says before turning off, the other 3 men following suit. There is still a puddle of blood on the ground where the man was thrown, but no other signs of injury on their part. Someone not observant might glance over it and assume it was a pointless attack on Shaeris. If one payed attention, they would most certainly notice the blood and question the origin of such from four unharmed peasants.<br/><br/>Shaeris, too, seemed to calm down. The whispers to her had been frightening, but gave wise advice. No further magical displays may help her remain free, or at least untranquil. If they did have a templar, however, she saw little she could do. It was evident that at least one of them had seen her do the magic, and so she feared for her future. Her staff was then dropped into the dirt, and she instead turned her focus on being grateful for surviving another day.</div></blockquote><br/>Justine smiled as the crowd departed, satisfied with that outcome. Though she now had to turn her attention to the Elf that was the crowd's prey. The woman who caused quite a stir, and suffered claims of being a malificar. Making her way towards her, using what grace she could to give off the knowledge that she meant no harm to the supposed Elven mage.<br/><br/>She finally arrived to her. ""It's alright, you're in safe hands now."" Justine said to the Elf. ""We'll get you back and we'll look to getting you healed up, m'lady."" She said reaching out her hand to shake the Elf's. ""My name is Justine, by the way."""
4148,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=50,2014-11-26T22:27:00,New Armarzia,"Sigmund lowered his bow and began to make for the door, trying to get away from the elf who was the source of a flooding of dark emotions into his heart. He merely muttered, ""Be careful,"" as he passed by the others back into the Keep to await further orders and to calm himself down from the spectacle he had just seen. His two dogs followed closely in suit, Tug showing fear as he passed by the elf and Alexander showing anger with his low growl. Gwynevere circled high above in the sky, oblivious of the events that just transpired."
4149,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=50,2014-11-26T22:31:00,The Templar High Council,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Ik Ka Ek Akai <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22586699#p22586699"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Sulania <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22586574#p22586574"">wrote</a>:</cite>Even though she was attempting to make conversation with a new stranger, a Qunari no less, Justine heard commotion coming from nearby and quickly made the move to see what was happening. Leaving the Qunari there with only a ""Sorry, I'll be back!"" It wasn't the most enlightening conversation, given how it only just started. But she'll get other opportunities later. <br/><br/><br/>She arrived at the scene to see another fellow from the mercenary band, and a mob that had been, she assumed, chasing and Elf. She didn't know what was happening. The crowd seemed frightened of the Elf, and the Elf was obviously also frightened of them. She couldn't get any conclusions yet, she had to hear what her fellow had to say. She quickly looked to address the mob of angry and strangely frightened people, barely taking note of the fallen Sigmund near her. <br/><br/>""What is the meaning of this?"" She shouted at the crowd of angry men and women.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The apparent leader shouts back, ""She's a maleficar! A blood mage!"" With his fork held close, he gives a glare to Shaeris. It is evident his fear is dissipating in favor of piety and faith. Zealotry can consume someone, and this was the start of it all. ""We've come to kill her before she sacrifices anyone for her dark rituals!"" he admits, stepping closer with his fork out. The remaining three zealots find themselves inspired by his bravery, and do the same. ""Unless you've got a templar at-hand, it would be wise to let us finish the deed.""<br/><br/>The villagers seemed adamant about their stance. Shaeris only cowered across from them, bleeding in her arm. ""Go ahead, maleficar. Use your magic."" the commander said, taking another step closer to her. His goal was to prove his point by forcing her to use it, as she surely would to protect her own life if nothing else. She already had done it, and so it would only need to be done again.</div></blockquote><br/>""The biggest question is: is she a blood mage? Or just another 'apostate'?"" He emphasized apostate because... the Circle was irrelevant now. All mages are apostates, essentially. Adrian looked at the elf, unsure of who's side to be on."
4150,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=75,2014-11-26T22:41:00,The Ik Ka Ek Akai,"Shaeris stood, feeling as if on trial. In a way, she was. Nobody questioned her being an apostate, apparently, but they were debating whether to consider her a blood mage or not. Despite having an open wound on her arm, she found herself holding her left hand. She held it close and hid it from view, as if hiding some detail that could change her entire situation. The situation was undesirable, but if nobody checked her hand, she might get off much better than she would otherwise.<br/><br/>No words were uttered by Shaeris, for she could think of nothing to say. She was afraid, that was true enough. She was also confused, wondering whether to run or stay. At the same time, the possibility of fighting came to her as well. She could potentially scare the rest away if she took down a larger foe with a spell. It seemed impractical, but would do for a last resort. With no words in mind, Shaeris was simply trapped, on trial for forbidden arts, and nothing to defend herself with."
4151,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=75,2014-11-26T22:51:00,TotallyNotEvilLand,"Melova, like everyone else, heard the cries for help and nearly succumbed to ""want to be a hero"" syndrome before stopping as she watched the Chevalier ride past on horseback. She promptly resumed leaning. Once cavalry was brought into the mix, she sort of assumed that the issue would be resolved fairly quickly. Cavalry was kind of like dangling a treat in front of a dog and yanking it away every time he tried to snap at it.<br/><br/>Except cavalry had a man on top who would kill the dog before yanking away, but a close enough comparison. She felt her presence would just slow things down, if anything."
4152,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=75,2014-11-26T22:55:00,Sulania,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Ik Ka Ek Akai <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22587084#p22587084"">wrote</a>:</cite>Shaeris stood, feeling as if on trial. In a way, she was. Nobody questioned her being an apostate, apparently, but they were debating whether to consider her a blood mage or not. Despite having an open wound on her arm, she found herself holding her left hand. She held it close and hid it from view, as if hiding some detail that could change her entire situation. The situation was undesirable, but if nobody checked her hand, she might get off much better than she would otherwise.<br/><br/>No words were uttered by Shaeris, for she could think of nothing to say. She was afraid, that was true enough. She was also confused, wondering whether to run or stay. At the same time, the possibility of fighting came to her as well. She could potentially scare the rest away if she took down a larger foe with a spell. It seemed impractical, but would do for a last resort. With no words in mind, Shaeris was simply trapped, on trial for forbidden arts, and nothing to defend herself with.</div></blockquote><br/>""It's alright, you will be fine, madame."" She then turned to the others of the surrounding group. ""I think whether or not she's a blood mage is going to be irrelevant if she bleeds out or freezes to death out here. She needs help, and we're going to provide it."" She then returned her attention to the Elven mage. ""It's alright, come with me and we'll get you patched up and warm. Trust me."" She said, imploring for the girl to and come back with her to get help.<br/><br/>She'll try her best to protect her from the others in the group, after all. She's going to need help though first."
4153,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=75,2014-11-26T23:02:00,The Ik Ka Ek Akai,"<blockquote><div><cite>Sulania <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22587201#p22587201"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Ik Ka Ek Akai <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22587084#p22587084"">wrote</a>:</cite>Shaeris stood, feeling as if on trial. In a way, she was. Nobody questioned her being an apostate, apparently, but they were debating whether to consider her a blood mage or not. Despite having an open wound on her arm, she found herself holding her left hand. She held it close and hid it from view, as if hiding some detail that could change her entire situation. The situation was undesirable, but if nobody checked her hand, she might get off much better than she would otherwise.<br/><br/>No words were uttered by Shaeris, for she could think of nothing to say. She was afraid, that was true enough. She was also confused, wondering whether to run or stay. At the same time, the possibility of fighting came to her as well. She could potentially scare the rest away if she took down a larger foe with a spell. It seemed impractical, but would do for a last resort. With no words in mind, Shaeris was simply trapped, on trial for forbidden arts, and nothing to defend herself with.</div></blockquote><br/>""It's alright, you will be fine, madame."" She then turned to the others of the surrounding group. ""I think whether or not she's a blood mage is going to be irrelevant if she bleeds out or freezes to death out here. She needs help, and we're going to provide it."" She then returned her attention to the Elven mage. ""It's alright, come with me and we'll get you patched up and warm. Trust me."" She said, imploring for the girl to and come back with her to get help. <br/><br/>She'll try her best to protect her from the others in the group, after all. She's going to need help though first.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Shaeris soon concedes and decides her fate in the fort is probably better than outside of it. Justine was right, she could easily die out there on her own, especially with not returning to the village due to the commotion. ""I-I trust you..."" she said, her voice sounding weak. She had gotten very tired from running, and could barely sustain herself during the fight. Now, bleeding out, she seemed to have no other choice except to try her chances."
4154,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=75,2014-11-26T23:09:00,The Templar High Council,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Ik Ka Ek Akai <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22587248#p22587248"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Sulania <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22587201#p22587201"">wrote</a>:</cite>""It's alright, you will be fine, madame."" She then turned to the others of the surrounding group. ""I think whether or not she's a blood mage is going to be irrelevant if she bleeds out or freezes to death out here. She needs help, and we're going to provide it."" She then returned her attention to the Elven mage. ""It's alright, come with me and we'll get you patched up and warm. Trust me."" She said, imploring for the girl to and come back with her to get help. <br/><br/>She'll try her best to protect her from the others in the group, after all. She's going to need help though first.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Shaeris soon concedes and decides her fate in the fort is probably better than outside of it. Justine was right, she could easily die out there on her own, especially with not returning to the village due to the commotion. ""I-I trust you..."" she said, her voice sounding weak. She had gotten very tired from running, and could barely sustain herself during the fight. Now, bleeding out, she seemed to have no other choice except to try her chances.</div></blockquote><br/>""I agree."" Adrian said to Justine. He then spoke to the mob. ""You heard her! This elf is under the protection of The Shattered Blades. If you've a problem with it, you can talk to our leader. Or you can talk to me."" Adrian reached for his sword, and that was enough. The villagers ran away, probably off to bother the mayor of wherever they came from. ""Cowards."" Adrian smirked and started inside. ""Let's get you patched up."""
4155,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=75,2014-11-26T23:32:00,The Ik Ka Ek Akai,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Templar High Council <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22587306#p22587306"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Ik Ka Ek Akai <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22587248#p22587248"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Shaeris soon concedes and decides her fate in the fort is probably better than outside of it. Justine was right, she could easily die out there on her own, especially with not returning to the village due to the commotion. ""I-I trust you..."" she said, her voice sounding weak. She had gotten very tired from running, and could barely sustain herself during the fight. Now, bleeding out, she seemed to have no other choice except to try her chances.</div></blockquote><br/>""I agree."" Adrian said to Justine. He then spoke to the mob. ""You heard her! This elf is under the protection of The Shattered Blades. If you've a problem with it, you can talk to our leader. Or you can talk to me."" Adrian reached for his sword, and that was enough. The villagers ran away, probably off to bother the mayor of wherever they came from. ""Cowards."" Adrian smirked and started inside. ""Let's get you patched up.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Shaeris followed reluctantly, having no idea what came next. She would be bandaged, from the sound of it. That would definitely help her current situation, unless they checked her hand. For the moment, the arm wound was the only easily noticeable mark upon her flesh, and so she hoped the second cut might go unnoticed in favor of the larger wound. It was a hope, though they do not always come true. Hope was all she could really do at this point."
4156,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=75,2014-11-26T23:37:00,Sulania,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Ik Ka Ek Akai <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22587495#p22587495"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Templar High Council <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22587306#p22587306"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I agree."" Adrian said to Justine. He then spoke to the mob. ""You heard her! This elf is under the protection of The Shattered Blades. If you've a problem with it, you can talk to our leader. Or you can talk to me."" Adrian reached for his sword, and that was enough. The villagers ran away, probably off to bother the mayor of wherever they came from. ""Cowards."" Adrian smirked and started inside. ""Let's get you patched up.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Shaeris followed reluctantly, having no idea what came next. She would be bandaged, from the sound of it. That would definitely help her current situation, unless they checked her hand. For the moment, the arm wound was the only easily noticeable mark upon her flesh, and so she hoped the second cut might go unnoticed in favor of the larger wound. It was a hope, though they do not always come true. Hope was all she could really do at this point.</div></blockquote><br/>""We'll get a small fire going, and I'll tend to your wounds a bit. Don't worry, you're in good hands."" She said as she helped along the wounded Elf. She then addressed her fellow companion in order to let him know that ""I don't care much for an audience. When I start working on bandaging her, I want to be alone with her."" It was more or less so that she could better address the woman being a Blood Mage or not, as there would be cuts and such along the hands or other areas that might indicate such.<br/><br/>The woman went through enough, so Justine would try to do her best to help her. Even if she practices such a dark art."
4157,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=75,2014-11-26T23:48:00,The Templar High Council,"<blockquote><div><cite>Sulania <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22587537#p22587537"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Ik Ka Ek Akai <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22587495#p22587495"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Shaeris followed reluctantly, having no idea what came next. She would be bandaged, from the sound of it. That would definitely help her current situation, unless they checked her hand. For the moment, the arm wound was the only easily noticeable mark upon her flesh, and so she hoped the second cut might go unnoticed in favor of the larger wound. It was a hope, though they do not always come true. Hope was all she could really do at this point.</div></blockquote><br/>""We'll get a small fire going, and I'll tend to your wounds a bit. Don't worry, you're in good hands."" She said as she helped along the wounded Elf. She then addressed her fellow companion in order to let him know that ""I don't care much for an audience. When I start working on bandaging her, I want to be alone with her."" It was more or less so that she could better address the woman being a Blood Mage or not, as there would be cuts and such along the hands or other areas that might indicate such. <br/><br/>The woman went through enough, so Justine would try to do her best to help her. Even if she practices such a dark art.</div></blockquote><br/>""Want me to pitch a tent? I got everyone to pack up because Madame Deloffre said we were leaving."" Seeing as there were still fires going, the gang refused to oust them until they started walking, Adrian moved towards one and slung the folded-up tent off his pack, pitching it right next to the pit. ""Just a moment, please."""
4158,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=75,2014-11-27T09:20:00,Krugmar,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Senan</span><br/><br/>Senan had been so busy reading his book that he had not noticed the woman attempting to greet him, when he realised however she had run off towards the commotion at the gates.<span style=""font-style: italic""> 'My name? Did she ask who I was? I must inform her then</span>' he thought. He saw her leading an elven woman, seemingly injured, through the gate and into the camp and so he made his way towards them. As he was walking closer he heard her ask for privacy when helping the elf and so he decided that after telling her his name he would return to his previous position, perhaps if he showed respect to the Bas then they may trust him more.<br/><br/>""Shanedan Kabethari, I believe you asked my name. I am Senan, it means Healer in your tongue. You have asked for privacy, therefore I bid you Panahedan"" he said, noticing the cut on the elf's arm but feeling that this was not her only injury. Strange, his healing senses were not fully attuned and he dismissed this sense as a mistake. He began to walk away from them, intending to resume reading his book."
4159,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=75,2014-11-27T11:44:00,New Roman Empire,"Trant noticed the elf's hands. That was a very bad omen to him. He approached Adrian and Justine. ""I don't like this, the elf could be a blood mage. If it I'd then I will do my duty. Blood mages are a blight in our world. I saw what it could do in Kirkwall. If she is one, then I say kill her. I will drain her of her strength and suppress her magic."" Whispered Trant as he looked at the elf. He could clearly see the cuts. That only made him even more worried."
4160,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=75,2014-11-27T12:30:00,Sulania,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Templar High Council <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22587627#p22587627"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Sulania <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22587537#p22587537"">wrote</a>:</cite>""We'll get a small fire going, and I'll tend to your wounds a bit. Don't worry, you're in good hands."" She said as she helped along the wounded Elf. She then addressed her fellow companion in order to let him know that ""I don't care much for an audience. When I start working on bandaging her, I want to be alone with her."" It was more or less so that she could better address the woman being a Blood Mage or not, as there would be cuts and such along the hands or other areas that might indicate such. <br/><br/>The woman went through enough, so Justine would try to do her best to help her. Even if she practices such a dark art.</div></blockquote><br/>""Want me to pitch a tent? I got everyone to pack up because Madame Deloffre said we were leaving."" Seeing as there were still fires going, the gang refused to oust them until they started walking, Adrian moved towards one and slung the folded-up tent off his pack, pitching it right next to the pit. ""Just a moment, please.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Alright, monsieur."" Justine said calmly, still keeping an eye on the Elven mage accompanying her. If she is a blood mage, then keeping her safe might be a bit harder than she had anticipated. Although she herself saw blood magic as an evil art, it still could be useful to the group to have someone who was or is a blood mage. While Justine didn't plan on encouraging this behavior or the art, she also didn't feel like letting it go to waste all that much either. If the woman was a blood mage, and wishes to continue being a blood mage, then Justine might as well try to keep her on the right track while she's using such a dark art.<br/><blockquote><div><cite>Krugmar <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22590567#p22590567"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Senan</span><br/><br/>Senan had been so busy reading his book that he had not noticed the woman attempting to greet him, when he realised however she had run off towards the commotion at the gates.<span style=""font-style: italic""> 'My name? Did she ask who I was? I must inform her then</span>' he thought. He saw her leading an elven woman, seemingly injured, through the gate and into the camp and so he made his way towards them. As he was walking closer he heard her ask for privacy when helping the elf and so he decided that after telling her his name he would return to his previous position, perhaps if he showed respect to the Bas then they may trust him more.<br/><br/>""Shanedan Kabethari, I believe you asked my name. I am Senan, it means Healer in your tongue. You have asked for privacy, therefore I bid you Panahedan"" he said, noticing the cut on the elf's arm but feeling that this was not her only injury. Strange, his healing senses were not fully attuned and he dismissed this sense as a mistake. He began to walk away from them, intending to resume reading his book.</div></blockquote><br/>""Thank you, Senan."" Justine said, regarding the Qunari. ""I'm going to need privacy to help fix her up, thank you for providing it.""<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>New Roman Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22592080#p22592080"">wrote</a>:</cite>Trant noticed the elf's hands. That was a very bad omen to him. He approached Adrian and Justine. ""I don't like this, the elf could be a blood mage. If it I'd then I will do my duty. Blood mages are a blight in our world. I saw what it could do in Kirkwall. If she is one, then I say kill her. I will drain her of her strength and suppress her magic."" Whispered Trant as he looked at the elf. He could clearly see the cuts. That only made him even more worried.</div></blockquote><br/>""Enough!"" Justine angrily said in response to the Templar. ""You don't know if she's a blood mage, you do not! For all you know, the wounds could have been sustained from the villagers and the mob. I will not have this woman be threatened any further on accounts of suspicion. She will be healed up, whether you like it or not. Now, unless you're going to offer something useful, I suggest you leave me to do my job."" She said to the Templar."
4161,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=75,2014-11-27T12:44:00,The Armed Republic of Dutch Coolness,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""> Samantha Deloffre </span><br/><br/>Samantha walked out of the Keep, seeing the commotion. She had, in fact, been watching all the time, but now was the moment to intervene. ""Enough, Templar! If you think her to be a Blood Mage, I shall invoke the right of Conscription of the Grey Wardens! Now, everyone, get your arses up and move! We have a job to fulfill!"" As if making an example, she confidently strode towards the gate, sure that the others would follow - everyone appeared to be ready for action. The snowing began to intensify, as the Shattered Blades left for the mountains, and a particular cave..."
4162,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=75,2014-11-27T12:50:00,Sulania,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Armed Republic of Dutch coolness <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22592706#p22592706"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""> Samantha Deloffre </span><br/><br/>Samantha walked out of the Keep, seeing the commotion. She had, in fact, been watching all the time, but now was the moment to intervene. ""Enough, Templar! If you think her to be a Blood Mage, I shall invoke the right of Conscription of the Grey Wardens! Now, everyone, get your arses up and move! We have a job to fulfill!"" As if making an example, she confidently strode towards the gate, sure that the others would follow - everyone appeared to be ready for action. The snowing began to intensify, as the Shattered Blades left for the mountains, and a particular cave...</div></blockquote><br/>""Madame Deloffre, if I may please interject before we leave..."" Justine said in defiance of the the Grey Warden's command to get moving. ""This woman is in no condition to get moving, I need to get her bandaged up first. And I can't do that while we're moving, just let me get the major wounds cleaned up and such and we'll be ready to move immediately. Just give me a moment."" Justine then proceeded to use her own poultices and some water in order to clean and heal the wounds of the Elf girl, trying to do it quickly so Madame Deloffre won't be so angry to the protest."
4163,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=75,2014-11-27T12:56:00,Krugmar,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Senan</span><br/><br/>Senan was watching the commotion between the Templar and the Orlesian woman when his Karasten, Commander, appeared and shouted for them to get moving. Senan quickly packed away his book and muttered to himself ""Ataash varin kata"" to prepare for the mission. It was unlikely that he would come to danger as he hoped he would be placed nearer the back where his talents could be utilised more, but it never hurt to be prepared. He was unsure of his companions and less sure of his Karasten, they said that she was a Grey Warden though he didn't really understand what that meant. He knew that they had something to do with the foul creatures that the bas called<span style=""font-style: italic"">'Darkspawn'</span>but information had been limited, though he knew that they had a large powerbase in the Anderfels and were the only ones to allow his people safe passage through those lands. For that, he decided that they must be given respect for they had shown it themselves. He quickly moved to join the Karasten-Warden at the gate as she seemed slightly impatient, though he too was sick of waiting."
4164,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=75,2014-11-27T13:03:00,New Roman Empire,"""And if she us a blood mage, she will possibly turn into a demon and that will be on both your heads. Blood mages are not to be trusted. Plus I fear Warden that you will have to use your right if she is a blood mage. But I warn you, at the first sight of blood magic I will purge the area of the magic then weaken her magic."" Barked Trant as he took a small dose of lyrium and watched the mage carefully. ""Damn blood magic, its what caused this war. I will see every blood mage be put to death if I catch them."" Barked Trant as he watched for any clue to the elf being a blood mage."
4165,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=75,2014-11-27T13:10:00,Sulania,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Roman Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22592890#p22592890"">wrote</a>:</cite>""And if she us a blood mage, she will possibly turn into a demon and that will be on both your heads. Blood mages are not to be trusted. Plus I fear Warden that you will have to use your right if she is a blood mage. But I warn you, at the first sight of blood magic I will purge the area of the magic then weaken her magic."" Barked Trant as he took a small dose of lyrium and watched the mage carefully. ""Damn blood magic, its what caused this war. I will see every blood mage be put to death if I catch them."" Barked Trant as he watched for any clue to the elf being a blood mage.</div></blockquote><br/>""Enough! You're not helping me, and I already asked for privacy. Go with the commander, you're not needed here, Templar."" Justine shouted to, what she perceived, to be an overly arrogant Templar. So quick he is to condemn this woman for something that she has not even proven to have done, typical of a Templar zealot like the Knight Commander in Kirkwall who saw blood magic everywhere. Or at least so says the stories she heard. ""An apostate caused the war, and then your Knight Commander overreacted and ordered the annulment of the circle when they had nothing to do with it. You forced them to turn to blood magic in order to survive. Don't pretend like the Order is blameless in the matter when it obviously holds at least some of it. Now go, Templar."""
4166,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=75,2014-11-27T13:13:00,The Armed Republic of Dutch Coolness,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""> Samantha Deloffre </span><br/><br/>""You will have<span style=""font-style: italic"">one</span>moment. We need to move soon, or the snow will prevent us from doing so for quite a while - Maker nows how long it will take."" Samantha nodded, and let Justine do her work, waiting impatiently, before turning towards the Templar. ""I recall, Templar, that the Templars themselves were quite involved in the creation of this war. I heard something called... Red Lyrium had quite an impact in Kirkwall. Of course, I have never encountered the stuff, but I have... met several blood mages. Not all tried to kill me, I can assure you, an not all turned into demons, either. Of course, if the Elf lady turns out to be one, we shall have to keep an eye open, for the Fade is fickle, but this would go for many other mages, too. Come, let us go as soon as Justine here is ready."""
4167,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=75,2014-11-27T13:23:00,New Roman Empire,"""Heh, typical Orlesian always stuck up and set in their ways. I only hunt blood mages as they are the true threat. Plus I only kill when I have enough evidence. But also that apostate that destroyed the chantry may I remind you warden was a warden. So we might as well through all the parties in there. Plus when the right started I packed up and left, several of my mage friends were killed by the blood mages during our escape. Only five of is Templar's made it to the dock. Plus I used red lyrium once, the voice was very powerful. But I resisted is unlike the knight commander who had good reason not to trust the mages after destroying the chantry. Now do I agree with it no. Do I understand why yes. So I left I never saw the outcome after the commander was killed. I will not see a blood mage if she is one walk around freely."" Barked Trant."
4168,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=75,2014-11-27T13:30:00,Sulania,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Roman Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22593070#p22593070"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Heh, typical Orlesian always stuck up and set in their ways. I only hunt blood mages as they are the true threat. Plus I only kill when I have enough evidence. But also that apostate that destroyed the chantry may I remind you warden was a warden. So we might as well through all the parties in there. Plus when the right started I packed up and left, several of my mage friends were killed by the blood mages during our escape. Only five of is Templar's made it to the dock. Plus I used red lyrium once, the voice was very powerful. But I resisted is unlike the knight commander who had good reason not to trust the mages after destroying the chantry. Now do I agree with it no. Do I understand why yes. So I left I never saw the outcome after the commander was killed. I will not see a blood mage if she is one walk around freely."" Barked Trant.</div></blockquote><br/>Justine just went and sighed as she started working on the Elf's wounds, ignoring the zealot's ranting about how blood magic is evil and how he will not stand the sight of a blood mage and such and such and such. She was going to let the commander handle him, as he was disobeying her orders. ""Just to let you know commander, the more this zealot rants, the longer it'll take for me to do the bandaging."" She said as she continued working, working through the rantings of the Templar.<br/><br/>She then turned to face the Elf's face and gave her a reassuring smile. ""It's going to be alright, monsieur. We'll protect you."" She said in hopes it might calm the Elf."
4169,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=75,2014-11-27T13:31:00,The Templar High Council,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Roman Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22593070#p22593070"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Heh, typical Orlesian always stuck up and set in their ways. I only hunt blood mages as they are the true threat. Plus I only kill when I have enough evidence. But also that apostate that destroyed the chantry may I remind you warden was a warden. So we might as well through all the parties in there. Plus when the right started I packed up and left, several of my mage friends were killed by the blood mages during our escape. Only five of is Templar's made it to the dock. Plus I used red lyrium once, the voice was very powerful. But I resisted is unlike the knight commander who had good reason not to trust the mages after destroying the chantry. Now do I agree with it no. Do I understand why yes. So I left I never saw the outcome after the commander was killed. I will not see a blood mage if she is one walk around freely."" Barked Trant.</div></blockquote><br/>""Trant! Enough!"" Adrian barked to the Templar. ""Now is not the time."" Adrian moved from the tent he placed for Justine and the elf, bringing Trant with him. ""There is no proof of anything yet."" He said quietly to the Templar. ""You can be suspicious all you want, but refrain from action until we sort out the facts. Understood?"""
4170,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=75,2014-11-27T13:42:00,New Roman Empire,"""Did you not see all the wounds? I saw several cuts, my gut is screaming blood mage, I say patch her up and leave her. Cause I will not risk my life for her. What happens if she is a blood mage hu? I will not allow the wardens to make another mistake like they did in Kirkwall."" Whispered Trant as the venom in his voice was clearly there. He watched the tent from a distance, if she was a blood mage. He was going to kill her the first chance he got. He will not give her the chance to cause trouble."
4171,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=75,2014-11-27T13:56:00,Asyir,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Roman Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22593304#p22593304"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Did you not see all the wounds? I saw several cuts, my gut is screaming blood mage, I say patch her up and leave her. Cause I will not risk my life for her. What happens if she is a blood mage hu? I will not allow the wardens to make another mistake like they did in Kirkwall."" Whispered Trant as the venom in his voice was clearly there. He watched the tent from a distance, if she was a blood mage. He was going to kill her the first chance he got. He will not give her the chance to cause trouble.</div></blockquote><br/>""I too have many cuts. Am I a blood Mage as well?"" Willhelm said suddenly, surprising the lot of the group. Willhelm arrived back in the keep a few hours ago, slipping past the band with the help of the chaos with the elf. ""And let me remind you that Templars go around and murder people, more so than any blood mage. So that's enough with this foolish nonsense."""
4172,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=75,2014-11-27T14:42:00,Krugmar,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Senan</span><br/><br/>It took a lot to move Senan to anger, quite a bit to bother him and this argument easily bothered him. He could not understand why they were still arguing even after the Warden had spoken. ""Kost, my comrades. Let this Shok end, our Karasten has spoken"" he said to his comrades, hoping that they could understand his strange hybrid speech of basic and Qunlat which was a habit he could not shrug off. He turned to Trant and said ""Your arguments bear no fruit , I would ask you to stop them but I know that you will not, you are simply a Venak hol"". The Templar had annoyed Senan, his screaming about a 'blood mage', whatever strange thing that was, was obviously unneeded as the Karasten-Warden had told him to stop talking about it."
4173,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=75,2014-11-27T14:46:00,Argentarino,"Freyan had reined his horse in back within the Keep after the original debacle. He felt bad for the way he acted towards the peasants, and how he must have looked to his comrades, but it was part of his act. After all, Orlesian chevaliers were practically above the law in matters regarding the treatment of the lower classes, and it was a reputation they had held for years. Cretan himself never took part in those incidents.<br/><br/>Just as he thought things were calming down, another commotion, this time involving his own comrades. Allegations of ""blood magic"" were being hurled at the elf girl, and it was when Willhelm shouted and the Qunari interjected that he decided to walk over. ""Please, my blade brothers and sisters, we must calm down. We have our orders from the Madame, as our Qunari brother has pointed out. Let's get to work on packing up and preparing for travel."""
4174,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=75,2014-11-27T15:24:00,The Ik Ka Ek Akai,"<blockquote><div><cite>Sulania <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22593153#p22593153"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Roman Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22593070#p22593070"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Heh, typical Orlesian always stuck up and set in their ways. I only hunt blood mages as they are the true threat. Plus I only kill when I have enough evidence. But also that apostate that destroyed the chantry may I remind you warden was a warden. So we might as well through all the parties in there. Plus when the right started I packed up and left, several of my mage friends were killed by the blood mages during our escape. Only five of is Templar's made it to the dock. Plus I used red lyrium once, the voice was very powerful. But I resisted is unlike the knight commander who had good reason not to trust the mages after destroying the chantry. Now do I agree with it no. Do I understand why yes. So I left I never saw the outcome after the commander was killed. I will not see a blood mage if she is one walk around freely."" Barked Trant.</div></blockquote><br/>Justine just went and sighed as she started working on the Elf's wounds, ignoring the zealot's ranting about how blood magic is evil and how he will not stand the sight of a blood mage and such and such and such. She was going to let the commander handle him, as he was disobeying her orders. ""Just to let you know commander, the more this zealot rants, the longer it'll take for me to do the bandaging."" She said as she continued working, working through the rantings of the Templar. <br/><br/>She then turned to face the Elf's face and gave her a reassuring smile. ""It's going to be alright, monsieur. We'll protect you."" She said in hopes it might calm the Elf.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Shaeris seemed to calm at the reassuring words. She still, nonetheless, was worried about the nice lady checking her hands. There would be no trouble, though, if her arm wound was treated. It was more visible, in immediate notice, and larger. It seemed to have higher importance than any other small marks on her. Thus, she hoped, it would distract Justine from the fresh cut on her hand."
4175,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=100,2014-11-27T15:40:00,New Armarzia,"Sigmund seeing much of the group re-enter the gate after he had done so, when he left the scene early heard much of the arguing going on. He didn't really know anyone's opinions on blood magic, but now he was fairly sure he could guess them after listening to the arguments. And he was sure he was the only one who opposed them similar to Trant, so he knew he would have to find a way to deal with this mage being here especially so close to leaving. Luckily he had a moment to calm down and approached Justine who was tending to the elf.<br/><br/>""Uh, forgive me, I haven't learned everyone's name as of yet,"" began Sigmund towards Justine. ""But when you are done tending to her, may I speak to the elven mage in private?"" Sigmund looked to the newcomer and added, ""If that is alright with you of course."" A hint of fear could still be felt in the occasional shakes in his voice."
4176,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=100,2014-11-27T17:28:00,The Ik Ka Ek Akai,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Armarzia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22594424#p22594424"">wrote</a>:</cite>Sigmund seeing much of the group re-enter the gate after he had done so, when he left the scene early heard much of the arguing going on. He didn't really know anyone's opinions on blood magic, but now he was fairly sure he could guess them after listening to the arguments. And he was sure he was the only one who opposed them similar to Trant, so he knew he would have to find a way to deal with this mage being here especially so close to leaving. Luckily he had a moment to calm down and approached Justine who was tending to the elf.<br/><br/>""Uh, forgive me, I haven't learned everyone's name as of yet,"" began Sigmund towards Justine. ""But when you are done tending to her, may I speak to the elven mage in private?"" Sigmund looked to the newcomer and added, ""If that is alright with you of course."" A hint of fear could still be felt in the occasional shakes in his voice.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Justine was suspicious of this man, and looked to Shaeris for approval. ""It's alright"" she replied, and so Justine decided to reluctantly agree. Justine hurriedly continued to tend to Shae's wounds. They were finished and Shae was properly patched up soon enough, and Justine stepped away. Once she was a safe enough distance for Sigmund and Shae to be ""private"", she turned and watched to ensure that she could return if something transpired."
4177,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=100,2014-11-27T17:53:00,New Armarzia,"Sigmund waited for a moment as he collected his thoughts. Alexander kept his distance from the two as he was still suspicious of the elven mage, but Tug walked over and sat near Sigmund who immediately began to stroke the back of his head. Sigmund finally looked up at the mage when he was confident no one was in ear shot and said,"" So...I believe I am the only one here besides yourself who knows the whole truth of your, uh, situation.""<br/><br/>Sigmund had another pause as he was still a bit unsure if he was doing was right, but he eventually continued. ""I am sure you heard already that at least one here is opposed to those who use...what you used. And while I do agree with the Templar, Trant, that the ability you possess is one that no good can truly come from, I also don't want needless..."" Sigmund paused for a moment, rethinking his word as he knew he had caused needless violence in the past. ""...I mean pointless violence. And watching how you acted, I don't believe you necessarily intend on using that ability for evil. But at the same time I don't want to split this group up because of this. I have only been apart of this group a few days, so I am unsure about how they would all react. So in the interest of keeping everyone...happy, I suppose. I won't tell anyone that you possess those abilities if you also try your best not to use them. You used them to protect yourself, but even then that kind of power is corrupting and every time I have seen it used, only pain and suffering truly come of it. So...if you are willing to try and not use those arts, I will go ahead and say you got that cut on your hand from those villagers and no one will have to know the truth, is that agreeable? Because if you plan on freely using those powers, it is probably best if I warn everyone else."""
4178,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=100,2014-11-27T18:26:00,The Ik Ka Ek Akai,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Armarzia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22595893#p22595893"">wrote</a>:</cite>Sigmund waited for a moment as he collected his thoughts. Alexander kept his distance from the two as he was still suspicious of the elven mage, but Tug walked over and sat near Sigmund who immediately began to stroke the back of his head. Sigmund finally looked up at the mage when he was confident no one was in ear shot and said,"" So...I believe I am the only one here besides yourself who knows the whole truth of your, uh, situation.""<br/><br/>Sigmund had another pause as he was still a bit unsure if he was doing was right, but he eventually continued. ""I am sure you heard already that at least one here is opposed to those who use...what you used. And while I do agree with the Templar, Trant, that the ability you possess is one that no good can truly come from, I also don't want needless..."" Sigmund paused for a moment, rethinking his word as he knew he had caused needless violence in the past. ""...I mean pointless violence. And watching how you acted, I don't believe you necessarily intend on using that ability for evil. But at the same time I don't want to split this group up because of this. I have only been apart of this group a few days, so I am unsure about how they would all react. So in the interest of keeping everyone...happy, I suppose. I won't tell anyone that you possess those abilities if you also try your best not to use them. You used them to protect yourself, but even then that kind of power is corrupting and every time I have seen it used, only pain and suffering truly come of it. So...if you are willing to try and not use those arts, I will go ahead and say you got that cut on your hand from those villagers and no one will have to know the truth, is that agreeable? Because if you plan on freely using those powers, it is probably best if I warn everyone else.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>Shae, though afraid at first knowing his discovery, nodded. ""Thank you"" she whispered back, ""It is good to find one who does not assume I mean everyone harm..."" she follows it with, looking back to the others. ""I've done it for years. I'll keep doing it. It is a last resort to do such a thing. I never wanted to hurt anyone..."" she goes on, but from that point does not speak. She remains in silence unless spoken to again. Her intentions, thus, become much more clear if her words are taken and listened to. It is evident that she isn't truly malicious, and her point has been made both verbally and nonverbally.<br/><br/>(Sorry, can't think of a long post)"
4179,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=100,2014-11-27T19:11:00,New Armarzia,"""Well, I suppose it is a bit more...understandable if only used to protect your own life as a last resort, though I do shudder to think what you may be capable of if those villagers were more persistent. But, you don't have to worry from me, I'll keep this secret for as long as you want,"" replied Sigmund. ""I'm Sigmund by the way, and this is Tug,"" said Sigmund as he patted the one of his two dogs who were brave enough to come close to the stranger. Sigmund started to get up not sure of what else to say. When he was on his feet he stepped forward so he was to her side, put one arm on the elf's shoulders, turned his head to face her, and said, ""I am sorry if my, uh, fear of your art makes me seem insensitive. I really do hope you are okay and that those heal up, I just never know how to act around magic, don't understand the stuff. Probably best if I go look for my journal, dropped it when I heard all that commotion and we are about to leave. And you should probably figure out what the rest of this group has in store for you,"" finished Sigmund, letting go of her shoulder."
4180,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=100,2014-11-28T11:49:00,Asyir,"Willhelm stood near the gathering group. The Grey Warden was annoyed by the templar's attitude towards this supposed ""blood mage"". Templars in Willhelm's experience, were all an overzealous lot, that used their powers to ""pacify"" mages. Willhelm had no qualms with mages, and even had a friend within the wardens that was a force mage. He glared angrily at the templar, attempting to intimidate him.<br/><br/>The Warden looked towards the wounded elf. ""How bad is the wound elf?"" He asked sincerely. The group had to get moving before the snow became worse. Willhelm hoped the elf was stable enough to march. ""We can't remain here long, but neither can we leave you. Do you believe yourself to be fit to march?"""
4181,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=100,2014-11-28T12:28:00,Val Halla,"Elianora sat up in a tree, curiously watching the dispute going on nearby. Prior to the gropus arrival, she was reading a book, and she was somewhat aggravated by their arrival, as she did not wish for her peace to be interrupted. In an act of carelessness, she dropped her heavy book from the tree. Hoping that no-one had heard the book fall, she quickly glanced around to see if anyone had noticed, then dropped down from the tree to pick it up."
4182,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=100,2014-11-28T14:22:00,The Armed Republic of Dutch Coolness,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Samantha Deloffre</span><br/><br/>""She better be. Move! There' s a lot of snow coming, and we don't want to end up stuck in some mountain pass!"" As if to further make her point clear, Samantha pushed the shoulders of Sigismund and Trant as she walked forwards, and out of the gate, heading for the mountainpath southwards. It was getting colder now, and the wind began to blow harder from atop the mountain peaks. She wasn't lying; they really had to move now. The path was relatively steep, but it was relatively safe from bandits, wolves, and other assailants, but more importantly, it was quick, and would lead the mercenaries close to their objective within the day, with any luck - and the weather permitting."
4183,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=100,2014-11-28T14:39:00,New Armarzia,"Sigmund grumbled under his breath that he had been ready, but he just personally wasn't a fan of being ordered around like such, especially with people he was unfamiliar with. But he knew she was the leader so he made sure to make it inaudible. He made a sharp whistle and his dogs sprinted to his sides as he passed through the gate. A few steps past the gate Sigmund raised his right arm and his hawk swooped down and took its place perching itself on Sigmund's stiff arm. He was a bit disappointed he didn't have time to get his journal, but he could always replace it. His only real concern was if someone else found it as many personal thoughts and experiences were recorded in there. Following closely behind Samantha at this point Sigmund said directed at her, ""So what are we doing?"
4184,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=100,2014-11-28T14:47:00,Krugmar,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Senan</span><br/><br/>Senan heard a noise behind him and glanced around to see what it was, it seemed an elf had dropped her book and had jumped down to get it. Before he could get more than a glimpse he heard his Karasten bark an order to move out. He packed away his book in less than a second and headed after the group, he had no wish to be left behind or get on the bad side of his Karasten. A commander who disliked him could make his life very troubled, hopefully if he followed his orders well then this group may turn out better than his old mercenary bands."
4185,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=100,2014-11-28T14:52:00,The Armed Republic of Dutch Coolness,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Samantha Deloffre</span><br/><br/>""We are heading for a mountain cave to the south. There, we are to recover an artifact - I've been given a description and will be able to locate it. When we return it.. well, this castle's walls and keep will be fixed up, and we'll have 500 extra Golden Sovereigns. I, naturally, suggest we will invest that too into the castle. Anyways, we'll first have to get it.. I do not know what we will face inside, if anything at all. We'd best be ready."" Samantha spoke as she walked onwards, fastening her cloak."
4186,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=100,2014-11-28T15:06:00,Val Halla,"Elianora hid back amongst the trees, assured nobody noticed her presence. After overhearing the barking of someone who appeared to be the group's leader, she decided to follow the group stealthily in order to sate her curiosity."
4187,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=100,2014-11-28T15:40:00,New Roman Empire,"Trant grumbled as his shoulder was pushed but ignored it. He put away his Phifter and rushed to join the commander. Though he had a feeling they were being watched, he decided to not say anything until he was sure it wasn't his withdraw. But he knew very well that it could be the withdraw symptoms. ""Damn withdraw has my nerves on edge, Damn chantry and putting leashes on us. Commander, shouldn't we spend some sovereigns to get a small amount of lyrium? I won't be of much use if I don't have a steady supply. Withdraw is very dangerous for templars."" Informed Trant as he looked around."
4188,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=100,2014-11-28T16:01:00,Val Halla,"Silently following the group that had disrupted her reading, Elianora began to blank out all sound in intense concentration. Focusing to hard on the group she is following, she fails to take notice of the surrounding wildlife. A wolf bursts out of a bush, catching Elianora off guard, causing her to stumble. The wolf sinks it's teeth into the young elf's arm, making her yelp in pain. She quickly fights back, and stabs the wolf in the throat with an arrow. She rises to her feet but quickly collapses onto the pathway as a result of her wound. The bite wound is rather deep, and draws much blood. She lies on the floor, clutching her arm and cries out for help."
4189,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=100,2014-11-28T16:13:00,New Roman Empire,"Trant heard the scream and turned to where it came from qnd charged with his shield and sword drawn. He saw something white and large on the ground, when he got closer he saw it was a dead wolf with an arrow in It's throat. He walked up to it and stuck his sword in it for good measure and removed the arrow. Then he saw where the screaming had cone from, it was from am elf. ""Hey, Hey It's OK. I have some bandages on me that should stop the bleeding. So what were you doing out here and what happened?"" Asked Trant as he sat down and looked over the wound before wrapping it."
4190,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=100,2014-11-28T16:22:00,Krugmar,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Senan</span><br/><br/>Senan almost jumped when he heard the scream, he saw a dead wolf and the elf from earlier sitting near it. The elf seemed injured, a deep wound in her arm that would kill her if not treated quickly. He saw the Templar move towards her and begin wrapping it with a bandage. He moved over quickly and said ""Stop Venak Hol, this wound is too deep for a mere bandage, It requires healing"". He placed his hand on the Templar to make sure he stopped bandaging for the minute, and began muttering a simple healing spell. He placed his hand over the wound and felt his energy move into the wound. The wound would leave a nasty scar and sting for a long time, but it would stop bleeding and clear itself up within a few minutes. Senan attempted a smile and said to the elf ""You shall not face Kata today Kabethari, come, our Karasten bids us to follow"" and stretched out his hand to help her up."
4191,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=100,2014-11-28T16:33:00,Val Halla,"""I, uh, thank you"" responded Elianora tentatively. ""I was just reading, I swear I didn't know anyone was here"". Elianora began to panic. She was surrounded by armed strangers, who could probably kill her out right if she said one wrong word. She used the Qunari's helping hand to get up, and quietly followed from the back."
4192,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=100,2014-11-28T17:26:00,Argentarino,"Freyan had been riding on his horse with the group when the newer elf girl had appeared and was aided by Senan, the Qunari. He dismounted and walked over to Senan, reins in hand. ""Monsieur, the madame may ride on my horse. You will need your strength for the trip, my friend."" Freyan did wish to help the band keep moving, and he felt that now, with two wounded elves, the mercenaries would be slowed down and waste precious time in getting to the cave that Samantha Deloffre had been contracted to head into. With one of them using his horse, they had a chance of getting to the cave before nightfall."
4193,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=100,2014-11-28T17:49:00,Val Halla,"Elianora knew that it was best to accept this, for she could not risk becoming a burden on the group, lest they abandon her. "" Thank you, um, sir. I do not wish to be a concern."" Accepting the riders offer, she attempted to climb upon the horse. However, when she tried to pull herself up, her wounded arm got the better of her. She yelped in pain, and fell down to the floor with a thud, spilling most of her arrows on the ground."
4194,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=100,2014-11-28T18:07:00,New Roman Empire,"Trant shook his head as no one helped her up. ""Here, let me help your in no condition to get up their by yourself."" Informed Trant as he picked you the arrows and helped the elf on the horse. ""So, you haven't told us your name, So what is hit?"" Asked Trant as he removed his helmet and showed a friendly smile. He could tell she was no made by any means. But she did need help and he knew she was lying from before, but he didn't care a nonmage was always welcome in his book."
4195,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=100,2014-11-28T18:08:00,Argentarino,"""Madame! I did not mean for you to do so by yourself! Please, allow me to assist you,"" Freyan said, but then stood back as Trant assisted Elianora. In his thick Orlesian accent, he introduced himself to her. ""I am Freyan Gratien, of the House of Gratien, from Val Royeaux. Former Chevalier, current mercenary of the Shattered Blade company. And you are, Madame?"""
4196,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=100,2014-11-28T18:18:00,Val Halla,"""I, I"" Elinora panicked. She was hoping to go unnoticed, but realised this was not going to happen, nor would it have earnt the approval of the others. ""I am Elianora, um, from Amaranthine. I was here to find ingredients for some, uh, remodies."" This was only partly true. She was from Amaranthine, and was looking for ingredients, but these 'remodies' were a ploy to hide her poison making abilities. ""May I ask what you are doing, and have you seen my book?"""
4197,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=100,2014-11-28T18:41:00,New Roman Empire,"""Ah, interesting, I am Ser Eldan formally part of the Templars. Now as to what we are doing you here, we are mercenaries tasked to find a certain cave and fetch something for a lot of money which we will use to repair our keep. But other than that, I have no idea what is going on. As to the book, I haven't seen it where did you last see it?"" Asked Trant as he looked around the general area and didn't see a book anywhere."
4198,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=100,2014-11-28T18:58:00,Val Halla,"""My, my book, I had it when the wolf attacked me. You mention a keep. I have not seen one. I have never been here before."" Elianora was curious. It was the same curiousity that led to her follow the mercenary group, and the same curiousity that led to the wolf attack. She knew she had to proceed with caution. She didn't want similar dire consequnces either, so she just kept her head down and stopped talking."
4199,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=100,2014-11-28T19:10:00,New Roman Empire,"""I will go look for your book."" Informed Trant as he walked back over to the wolf and looked around. After a few moments of looking he finally found the book and headed back. ""I found a book, not sure if It's three right one or not."" Informed Trant as he handed the book back to her. He knew something was off,but he couldn't figure it out or care to do So."
4200,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=125,2014-11-29T05:35:00,The Armed Republic of Dutch Coolness,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Samantha Deloffre</span><br/><br/>""Until we find a place that has it, you shall need to ration your remaining lyrium, Trant."" Samanha turned around as she heard a scream, but saw others already investigating. An elf, and injured at that - no doubt thanks to that, now dead, wolf. She watched the Qunari help her up after seeing to her wounds, and bid her to follow. Samantha nodded. The Qunari was polite, loyal, and honest. Good values, if not odd ones for a mercenary. She was given a horse by the chevalier, too, and now Trant had found her book. ""Well then, Elianora,"" she told the Elf ""now that your book has been recovered by Trant here - helpful as ever, no doubt - we will continue to advance on our goal. Let's move, everyone! Go!""<br/><br/>The group continued following the path southwards, until the Grey Warden led them off it, to a smaller one, leading to the west, in the general direction of Orlais. Along the path that led into the valley, several burnt-out buildings were seen. ""Bruno the Bandit-lord,"" Samantha explained, ""lived here several hundreds of years ago, plundering the area, until he mysteriously disappeared. As some of you may know, our castle used to be his - following his death, it was abandoned."" The group advanced, until they finally reached the cave they were looking for. Its entrance was a large, ominous looking work of rock, with a crumbled Dwarven statue to its right.<br/><br/>""We have reached our destination, it seems."""
4201,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=125,2014-11-29T05:54:00,Val Halla,"""Is it dangerous?"" Elianora asked quietly. She had already been caught up in one malicious encounter today, and was still feeling the ill effects of it. She briefly held her arm, but quickly let go of it to give the false impression that her arm was OK. She stared intently at her engraved ring, and whispered something almost silently so that nobody would know what she said. Feeling the feathers on one of her arrows, to make sure that they weren't damaged, she found that most were in working condition. ""I can fight,"" she tried to convince herself, as most of the others would not likely believe this."
4202,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=125,2014-11-29T07:32:00,New Roman Empire,"""Why do you think I'm going through withdraww!""snapped Trant as he looked shocked that he has snapped like that. He knew withdraw was bad, but he didn't know that it was going to be tbis bad. Once they reached the cave he looked around at the statue. ""Why do I have the feeling tbis might lead to the deep roads? "" Asked Trant as he stood up and looked down the path that layed before them. This set him on edge, for a reason he didn't know it was just a gut feeling. But he learned to trust his gut over the years."
4203,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=125,2014-11-29T10:49:00,New Armarzia,"Sigmund looked at the dwarves statue and then to the entrance of the cave which was soon followed by a chill that fell over Sigmund's body. He had dealings with dwarves before, but it was always topside and Sigmund was sure this entrance wasn't to the last city of the dwarves. His animals seemed unaware of his own unease with the entrance. He turned his head towards the Warden Samantha, though he still made sure the entrance of the cave was in his view and said, ""Forgive me Warden, I admit I have little experience with the world beneath us, but...aren't places like these suppose to be littered with darkspawn?"""
4204,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=125,2014-11-29T11:24:00,The Armed Republic of Dutch Coolness,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Samantha Deloffre</span><br/><br/>""This place once, indeed, led to the Deep Roads, the ancient Dwarven pathways that run under the ground, which have almost all been taken by the Darkspawn nowadays. This one, however, leads there no more. The entrance is sealed, and I can sense no Darkspawn here. I do, however, worry for what we may encounter inside. It is after all a large, open cave. More importantly, however, is that we will find this artifact there, sealed away in a tomb underneath the statue of a Dwarven Paragon. Come, let us proceed.""<br/><br/>Samantha stepped forward, climbing closer towards the cave's entrance. She struggled, and a single stone fell down, bouncing on other stones as it fell downwards, luckily not setting anything in motion. She unsheathed her greatsword as she took her first step inside. A load roar came from inside, as if it were a reply. She took a step backwards. And another one. And another. Quickly, she looked around. Cover. Quick. Cover. Now. She motioned with her right arm, pointing towards a large rock which had once been a particularly large Dwarven nose, next to the crumbled statue. ""Get to cover, now!"" Setting an example, she ran towards it and jumped, landing behind the stone nose, ducking behind it. Another, louder roar. Thudding. Louder thudding. It was getting closer now. Under her breath, the Grey Warden muttered a prayer to the Maker and Andraste.<br/><br/>From the cave entrance, as if it were a gateway to hell itself, the creature emerged. It had gigantic wings, and massive horns. The beast had malevolent, red eyes and a scaly skin. It's breath was fire, and the fire was death. From the cave it came, one of the few remaining High Dragons of Thedas, and it took to the sky."
4205,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=125,2014-11-29T11:42:00,Krugmar,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Senan</span><br/><br/>Senan saw his Karasten step forward into the entrance, he followed her until she began stepping back after the roar sounded out. He began fumbling backwards as well, lacking her military discipline he did not think immediately to get to cover. After seeing her point and jump however, he quickly followed suit and dived behind a rock. He could hear roaring, thundering steps coming closer to them. ""Asit tal-eb"" he muttered under his breath, trying to remain calm in this moment where the whole world had gone mad.<br/><br/>Then he saw it, a magnificent creature unlike any he had ever seen. A scaled monstrosity that inspired fear among the lesser races, he had heard of it and seen pictures yet no words or images could do it true justice. ""Ataashi"" he muttered, hoping that the stories of these creatures were exaggerated."
4206,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=125,2014-11-29T11:49:00,New Armarzia,"Sigmund looked at the rock wall that Samantha climbed and was at a loss of how he was going to get his dogs up the steep incline. Maybe some rope and someone with a bit muscle at the top could help him out. Sigmund looked amongst the group and decided Trant was probably the best bet given that he seemed fairly strong compared to the rest and he was the only one he really could consider himself on good terms with, let alone any terms at all. However, right before Sigmund was able to shout to the templar he heard the roar from within the cave followed by Samantha shouting to get into cover. Being still below the inline, Sigmund believed himself in good enough cover and drew an arrow from his quiver.<br/><br/>The roaring became louder and Sigmund could feel the shuttle shaking caused by a large creature moving. Then Sigmund heard wings flapping and saw the great beast take flight. Sigmund immediately grabbed a wire attached to his shoulder and clipped it to his hawk's leg so it couldn't fly off. ""Sorry Gwynevere, can't let you fly around with that thing taking flight,"" whispered Sigmund to his bird. Then he whispered to his dogs, ""Stay close boys."" Sigmund pulled back the string of his bow and took aim, but he wasn't quite sure if his arrows could even pierce the great creatures scales. However, Sigmund stood his ground and kept aiming his bow in case the dragon showed any signs of attacking the group."
4207,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=125,2014-11-29T11:50:00,Val Halla,"""Maker!"" said Elianora, as surprised as any sane being would be on being ambushed by a high dragon. She fell off the Orlesian's horse, fortunately not landing on her wounded arm. In panic, she fired an arrow off into the air, missing the dragon dramatically, before scurrying to cover. She fired off another arrow, again missing the dragon by some distance. She fired off a third shot, which hit the main body of the dragon. The arrow just bounced off the dragons scales, leaving Elianora, disheartened. ""Maker preserve us"", she whispered, and ran towards another spot of cover."
4208,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=125,2014-11-29T12:05:00,The Armed Republic of Dutch Coolness,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Samantha Deloffre</span><br/><br/>Samantha breathed in relief as the High Dragon took to the skies, flying upwards, away from the cave entrance. She saw the others had taken cover, too, and the creature had not spotted them yet. Sigismund was keeping his Mabari and hawk close, that was good. She looked towards the wounded Elf they had picked up, struggling. She was thrown out of the saddle - the horse quickly running away from the dragon in blind panic. Samantha's heart dropped as she saw the Elf fire at the dragon. They were all doomed, now! The dragon would... The dragon did not notice. The shots either missed, or bounced off its scales. Maker... had her (their?) prayers been heard? The High Dragon flew off into the distance, southwards. Samantha leapt from cover. ""Quickly, while the beast is gone!"" She sped for the cave again, sword at the ready."
4209,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=125,2014-11-29T12:07:00,Illan,"<span style=""font-style: italic"">Kaasaras Raskan</span><br/><br/>The Qunari man had been rather quiet on the whole journey from the Keep that he was still, well, rather not acquainted to yet. He tended to just lurk along up to this point, carrying his staff-and-axe hybrid that he was so accustomed to, it might as well be his bride. The rather young Tal-Vashoth towered over all the party members, even that other Qunari with the magic, Senan. He was a brute to most, a tactful thinker to others. Back in the Qun, he was known as the Arcane Bulwark, mostly due to his tendencies to run into battle with armor that made him look like a walking dreadnought ship above his regular Saarebas outfit. Now, though, he just enjoyed wearing these armored robes. Much more comfortable. And less chains. He still had the scars all over his torso from the bindings.<br/><br/>That other Qunari. He wore the armor that he did back in the Qun. But what was he doing here? He was the only one of his kind here, he had no Arvaraad, no retainer. He seemed to be Vashoth as well....but why did he keep that armor? It was a curse more than it was a boon.<br/><br/>Snapped out of his focus on his kinsman's identity, he turned to the ringleader of the company, a Grey Warden, Samantha Deloffre. He entered the cave behind her now, more insistent on moving towards the front of their pack as his own curiosity was being peaked. He had been in dozens upon dozens of caves, but they were still interesting to the young Qunari.<br/><br/>Then he heard that roar, one of which was familiar only on one occasion. When he first arrived at the Coast, spending a few weeks there to catch his bearings and plan his next move, he heard that. A roar from a dragon. Kaasaras couldn't help but smile a bit, he hoped for a decent opportunity to do battle with this one.<br/><br/>""Damn, glad to see you're taking is to interesting places, Warden.""<br/><br/>He followed the Warden Samantha from his spot of cover nearby, running near as she commanded.<br/><br/>""So, what should we do about this, boss? Run from it or pursue?"""
4210,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=125,2014-11-29T12:11:00,Krugmar,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Senan</span><br/><br/>Senan watched as the Ataashi flew away, relieved that it had decided they were not worthy of a fight. He muttered ""Anaan esaam Qun"" and felt a moment of happiness, feeling that perhaps this mission would go well. He lookec around and saw another Qunari. Wait, another? Senan gave himself a small smile, perhaps he would not be alone after all. The other Qunari looked like a warrior, large and wearing a lot of armour and yet he was wielding a staff. Senan would have to inquire about this at a later time.He then saw his Karasten begin speeding into the cave calling for them to follow. He pulled himself up with his staff and hastily ran after her, he had no wish to still be around when the Ataashi returned."
4211,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=125,2014-11-29T12:21:00,Val Halla,"Elianora picked herself up and began to follow. The fact that she could even fire off any arrows gave her a sense of security, which was quickly squashed by the fact that the leader began to run into the cave. Why would they go deeper in? Surely the dragon would return, and would do so aggressively she thought. But she was not in any position to give tactical orders, besides, they had just saved her life, and she needed to follow as a sign of gratitude. She smiled to herself after seeing the qunari from earlier noticing another of his kind, and that he was comforted by this. She did not know any of these men or women, but realized that she would end up sticking with them. This made Elianora feel happy, as she was alone before, and had nobody to support her."
4212,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=125,2014-11-29T12:24:00,The Armed Republic of Dutch Coolness,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Samantha Deloffre</span><br/><br/>""We enter its lair, violently murder its babies, get that artifact, and then.. then we run like there's no tomorrow.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Fast</span>, that is. We were hired to recover that artifact, not to kill a bloody dragon - and I'd rather not try to, either. Come.""<br/>Re-entering the cave, she looked around. Several fires were, for some reason, still lit - most lijely due to magic, or some sort of forgotten Dwarven skill.<br/><br/>""We must find the statue of a Dwarf Paragon. She's tall, and wields a warhammer in her hands. Let's be quick about it.""<br/><br/>Her voice echoed, and as if it were a replying, in the shadows something hissed, its red eyes standing out from the dark. The beast had awoken, and so had its welps. The High Dragon had left. Her Dragonlings, evidently, had not."
4213,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=125,2014-11-29T12:40:00,Illan,"""Aw, damn boss. You're crushing my dreams here."" Kaasaras teased, showing a slight bit of humor that he hasn't showed in a while. Dragon hunting, it seemed, would have to be for another day. The Qunari followed the Warden at her side, staff-axe in his right hand, ready to chop or shoot lightning bolts at a moment's notice. He had to admire the Dwarven architecture, they sure built to last. And their fires did too, it seemed.<br/><br/>""I wish I could meet the architects of these places. They're rather.....impressive, really. The ruins, that is."" The towering Qunari chimed in, before being interrupted by cries from a distance. ""Maybe my dreams aren't yet crushed after all."" He muttered to himself with a chuckle, brandishing his staff in a ready-to-attack manner as he moved forward slowly."
4214,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=125,2014-11-29T12:44:00,Sulania,"Justine followed behind the group after cleaning up the Elf's wound back at the area they were resting at. Following behind the group to the cave and basically did what you'd expect she did. (OOC: Essentially my way of saying she sat on her ass and didn't do shit for everything that has happened till this point.)<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>The Armed Republic of Dutch coolness <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22616738#p22616738"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Samantha Deloffre</span><br/><br/>""We enter its lair, violently murder its babies, get that artifact, and then.. then we run like there's no tomorrow. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Fast</span>, that is. We were hired to recover that artifact, not to kill a bloody dragon - and I'd rather not try to, either. Come.""<br/>Re-entering the cave, she looked around. Several fires were, for some reason, still lit - most lijely due to magic, or some sort of forgotten Dwarven skill. <br/><br/>""We must find the statue of a Dwarf Paragon. She's tall, and wields a warhammer in her hands. Let's be quick about it."" <br/><br/>Her voice echoed, and as if it were a replying, in the shadows something hissed, its red eyes standing out from the dark. The beast had awoken, and so had its welps. The High Dragon had left. Her Dragonlings, evidently, had not.</div></blockquote><br/>""Alrighty then..."" Justine said to herself as she prepared her daggers in her hands, weighing them in both hands in case she might need to use them. Dragons were not essentially her fortei to hunt, but she was often expected to take part in wyvern hunting as many Orlesian nobles did. It didn't interest her, but it could help. Assuming that dragons have at least some resemblance to their wyvern counterparts in terms of how to kill them. Still, she'd still try her best to stealthily avoid conflict with the beasts. She doesn't feel like being incinerated today after all.<br/><br/>She followed close behind the group as they entered the cave, and she took note of the several lit flames throughout the cave.<br/><br/>She started looking for the statue when the hissing began, and they noted how the dragonlings were still within the cave. She delved into what shadows she could to avoid attention as she continued to scan the room for the statue."
4215,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=125,2014-11-29T12:53:00,Krugmar,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Senan</span><br/><br/>Senan was not familiar with the word Paragon, he had met a few dwarves before but never a Dwarf Paragon. Hopefully another in the group would understand more about what the Karasten was saying. His thoughts were interrupted by a strange hissing, was it another Ataashi? No, maybe it was another creature, he had read that Ataashi could lay eggs and so it wasn't impossible that perhaps these were children of the Ataashi. He gripped his staff tighter and began to steady himself for a fight. While not as skilled in the destructive arts, he still knew a few offensive spells which could pack a punch. He began muttering the spell for an arcane bolt, a simple spell designed to hurt an opponent. His staff began humming with power as the spell finished, he held up his staff and prepared to send it at the creature."
4216,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=125,2014-11-29T12:57:00,Val Halla,"Alert from the appearance of the dragonlings, Elianora reached into her bag. Out she pulled a remarkably potent poison, and threw it towards the dragonlings. The bottle containing the poison smashed on the head of a dragonling, and the poison quickly vanquished it. Convinced that the young dragons had not know the origin of the poison, Elianora quickly fired a shot at another dragonling, hitting it in the neck. This time, some dragonlings had noticed where the projectile had come from, but Elianora quickly ducked under cover before the dragonlings noticed her."
4217,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=125,2014-11-29T13:04:00,Illan,"Kaarasas continued to trudge forward, his staff beginning to let of a glow of purple electricity as a buzzing sound accompanied it. Gettign rather close to one of the small dragons, he shot the bolt at it, paralyzing it promptly. Then he brought the axe head down on its neck, crushing it with surprisingly little bloodshed, save for the axe being dotted with crimson.<br/><br/>It wasn't as difficult as he thought. But then again, it was just one. He walked forward along with the elf woman who was hurt earlier, a shame Kaarasas had not thought to help her then, and with that other Qunari, Senan. He didn't know much about any of the crew, but they seemed alright. None seemed to keen on stabbing him in the back with a blade while his back was turned, so that's all the reaffirmation he needed."
4218,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=125,2014-11-29T13:18:00,Krugmar,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Senan</span><br/><br/>Senan forced his staff forward, sending the bolt zooming along until it connected with one of the<span style=""font-style: italic"">ataashimekari</span>. It forced the dragonling back into the wall with a large smashing sound and burnt the scales where it had hit. The dragonling fell to the ground and did not move. Senan had no time to make sure that it was dead, he quickly glanced around to make sure that no-one was hurt or needed his attention before returning his attention to the fight. He saw the Orlesian woman, Justine, delve into the shadows, and then he saw Kaarasas shock and then brutally crush a dragonling while the elf he had helped earlier through strange potions at the dragonlings."
4219,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=125,2014-11-29T13:33:00,Illan,"<blockquote><div><cite>Krugmar <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22617509#p22617509"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Senan</span><br/><br/>Senan forced his staff forward, sending the bolt zooming along until it connected with one of the <span style=""font-style: italic"">ataashimekari</span>. It forced the dragonling back into the wall with a large smashing sound and burnt the scales where it had hit. The dragonling fell to the ground and did not move. Senan had no time to make sure that it was dead, he quickly glanced around to make sure that no-one was hurt or needed his attention before returning his attention to the fight. He saw the Orlesian woman, Justine, delve into the shadows, and then he saw Kaarasas shock and then brutally crush a dragonling while the elf he had helped earlier through strange potions at the dragonlings.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>As Kaasaras took to dealing with the Dragonlings in his own way, some with lightning bolts, some with simply freezing them to their cores with Cryo magic, and others with simply an axe coming down on them. Kaasaras had, since he came to Thedas, became quite interested in dragons and like subject ever since he encountered his first one on the Storm Coast. Luckily, not too closely, but it was rather admirable in its own way, especially as he saw it take down a giant. Those, he was familiar with.<br/><br/>The Qunari, even though he has dubious origins, was always the one to learn more of ways to unlock power. That's how he furthered his magic so much over the years, especially since he found his way to Ferelden, then Orlais, then the Free Marches. During his time of studying and practicing his arts, albeit in secret, he took up studying Draconology. The first place he attempted to learn this was in Val Royeaux, but the damn racists there rejected him on account of him being a Qunari. So, he moved on throughout the lands, studying them occasionally as he traveled. Of course, the only times he had gotten as close as he did to one was back on the Coast and, well, today.<br/><br/>Kaasaras figured now was as good of time as any for a conversation with the Qunari. Or at least ask him a few questions. He was good at talking and fighting.<br/><br/>""So....Senan, is it? I noticed the outfit. Are you Saarebas?"""
4220,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=125,2014-11-29T15:34:00,Krugmar,"<blockquote><div><cite>Illan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22617739#p22617739"">wrote</a>:</cite>Kaasaras figured now was as good of time as any for a conversation with the Qunari. Or at least ask him a few questions. He was good at talking and fighting.<br/><br/>""So....Senan, is it? I noticed the outfit. Are you Saarebas?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Senan</span><br/><br/>Senan turned to the other Qunari when he heard his name. He nodded, ""Yes, I am Senan. I have been called Saarebas many times, yet I prefer not to think of myself as dangerous"" he said smiling and continued ""I keep the outfit as a reminder of the chains that once bound me, and the chains I must give myself"". He was unsure as to whether this Qunari was of the Qun or had become a Tal-Vashoth, truly lost to their own whims. Sometimes he wondered if he had become Vashoth, certainly to the main Qunari he was but he had kept to his peoples ways. His people had called themselves the Tal-Qunari, or True followers of the Qun and were hated by both Tal-Vashoth and Qunari alike.<br/><br/>Senan studied the other Qunari, he was bulky and built like a warrior though his use of magic confirmed that he was a mage. His robes were certainly hinting at him being a Vashoth, though it was unlikely that any Qunari serving in mercenary warbands would still follow the Qun. ""and you are Kaasaras?"" he asked, struggling to remember the names on the board and picking the one which had sounded the most like a Qunari, ""I am unfamiliar with its meaning"" he said."
4221,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=125,2014-11-29T16:16:00,Illan,"<blockquote><div><cite>Krugmar <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22619211#p22619211"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Illan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22617739#p22617739"">wrote</a>:</cite>Kaasaras figured now was as good of time as any for a conversation with the Qunari. Or at least ask him a few questions. He was good at talking and fighting.<br/><br/>""So....Senan, is it? I noticed the outfit. Are you Saarebas?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Senan</span><br/><br/>Senan turned to the other Qunari when he heard his name. He nodded, ""Yes, I am Senan. I have been called Saarebas many times, yet I prefer not to think of myself as dangerous"" he said smiling and continued ""I keep the outfit as a reminder of the chains that once bound me, and the chains I must give myself"". He was unsure as to whether this Qunari was of the Qun or had become a Tal-Vashoth, truly lost to their own whims. Sometimes he wondered if he had become Vashoth, certainly to the main Qunari he was but he had kept to his peoples ways. His people had called themselves the Tal-Qunari, or True followers of the Qun and were hated by both Tal-Vashoth and Qunari alike.<br/><br/>Senan studied the other Qunari, he was bulky and built like a warrior though his use of magic confirmed that he was a mage. His robes were certainly hinting at him being a Vashoth, though it was unlikely that any Qunari serving in mercenary warbands would still follow the Qun. ""and you are Kaasaras?"" he asked, struggling to remember the names on the board and picking the one which had sounded the most like a Qunari, ""I am unfamiliar with its meaning"" he said.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""I? I was one of them, yes. I was from Seheron, born and raised there. And I was put against my will to be a Saarebas when I was found I could be, well, a mage-"" Kaasaras said, bringing his axe down onto another dragonling as he stopped speaking for a moment. ""And before you ask, yes, I am Tal-Vashoth, so if you are that dedicated to the Qun and wish to try and assassinate me, then please get it out of the way now."" The Qunari stated. He had been hunted by his former countrymen before. In the first few years he came to Ferleden and Orlais, many Ben-Hassarath assassins attempted to hunt him. To no avail, of course. And they were rather well armed. He is still a criminal back in the Qun, a dangerous Saarebas getting free and causing chaos? Unacceptable in their eyes.<br/><br/>""And no, my name has no particular meaning. I simply chose it because it.....well, because it sounded alright. From my memory of my old language, it might mean ""brave one"", but I forget. I don't even remember why I chose this name in particular."""
4222,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=125,2014-11-29T16:30:00,Val Halla,"Elianora began to scour around for special alchemical ingredients. If she were to find a rare plant, then make a potion or poison out of it, it could be very helpful to her and the others. Unfortunately, there was not special plants to be found. She across at the two Qunari, who appeared to be in deep concentration. The Qun were a interesting group to her, but she decided not to ask them any questions, lest she accidentally offends them. Elianora began to pick up the arrows out of the dragonling's bodies. She was quite surprised when one got up and hissed at her, but this time, she promptly drew her knife and stabbed the beast, not wanting to be bitten in the arm again."
4223,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=125,2014-11-29T16:32:00,Krugmar,"<blockquote><div><cite>Illan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22619733#p22619733"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I? I was one of them, yes. I was from Seheron, born and raised there. And I was put against my will to be a Saarebas when I was found I could be, well, a mage-"" Kaasaras said, bringing his axe down onto another dragonling as he stopped speaking for a moment. ""And before you ask, yes, I am Tal-Vashoth, so if you are that dedicated to the Qun and wish to try and assassinate me, then please get it out of the way now."" The Qunari stated. He had been hunted by his former countrymen before. In the first few years he came to Ferleden and Orlais, many Ben-Hassarath assassins attempted to hunt him. To no avail, of course. And they were rather well armed. He is still a criminal back in the Qun, a dangerous Saarebas getting free and causing chaos? Unacceptable in their eyes. <br/><br/>""And no, my name has no particular meaning. I simply chose it because it.....well, because it sounded alright. From my memory of my old language, it might mean ""brave one"", but I forget. I don't even remember why I chose this name in particular.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Seheron? I have heard of it but I have never been there. I was from a small community in the Anderfels, before it was destroyed"" said Senan, before chuckling and saying ""Fear not, I will not assassinate you. Many other Qunari looked down upon and tried to destroy me and my people, for our different thoughts on the Qun"". He stopped to send another arcane blast at a dragonling, hitting it and blasting off one of its legs. ""My name means Healer, it was given to me by my mentor and I preferred it to Saarebas"" he said, glad to meet another Qunari who knew what it was to be different and an outcast even among his own people."
4224,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=125,2014-11-29T18:18:00,Illan,"<blockquote><div><cite>Krugmar <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22619883#p22619883"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Illan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22619733#p22619733"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I? I was one of them, yes. I was from Seheron, born and raised there. And I was put against my will to be a Saarebas when I was found I could be, well, a mage-"" Kaasaras said, bringing his axe down onto another dragonling as he stopped speaking for a moment. ""And before you ask, yes, I am Tal-Vashoth, so if you are that dedicated to the Qun and wish to try and assassinate me, then please get it out of the way now."" The Qunari stated. He had been hunted by his former countrymen before. In the first few years he came to Ferleden and Orlais, many Ben-Hassarath assassins attempted to hunt him. To no avail, of course. And they were rather well armed. He is still a criminal back in the Qun, a dangerous Saarebas getting free and causing chaos? Unacceptable in their eyes. <br/><br/>""And no, my name has no particular meaning. I simply chose it because it.....well, because it sounded alright. From my memory of my old language, it might mean ""brave one"", but I forget. I don't even remember why I chose this name in particular.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Seheron? I have heard of it but I have never been there. I was from a small community in the Anderfels, before it was destroyed"" said Senan, before chuckling and saying ""Fear not, I will not assassinate you. Many other Qunari looked down upon and tried to destroy me and my people, for our different thoughts on the Qun"". He stopped to send another arcane blast at a dragonling, hitting it and blasting off one of its legs. ""My name means Healer, it was given to me by my mentor and I preferred it to Saarebas"" he said, glad to meet another Qunari who knew what it was to be different and an outcast even among his own people.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""It wasn't good in retrospect; too many rules, regulations, and, well, order. I don't regret leaving it all behind -<span style=""font-style: italic"">especially</span>given how they treat out kind."" Kaasaras stated, letting out a slight grunt as one of the little dragonling bastards gave a swipe of its claws across his side.<br/><br/>""Ugh, you son of a bitch-"" the Qunari muttered to himself, bringing his staff high and firmly shoving it downward like a spear, impaling the Dragonling with the pointed tip of the staff blade at the base.<br/><br/>""Well,<span style=""font-style: italic"">ashkaari</span>, we will have to resume our conversation at a later time. These little assholes are getting downright troublesome..."" Kaasaras said with a war cry of sorts following as he rose his staff aloft, aiming at a group of three dragonlings, and summoning a pillar of ice to burst from the ground below them, sending them upward violently."
4225,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=150,2014-11-29T18:30:00,Argentarino,"Freyan Gratien had only been afraid for how life once: when he was still a Chevalier. In fact, that one instance of fear is what drove him from the order. But now, this was different. Not only were they're going to tempt Fate by killing a High Dragon's babes, they would have to do so quickly while retrieving some kind of artifact...all before the beast could return. As Freyan took point, as was his usual job, with shield raised and sword at the ready, he could only pray to Andraste and the Maker that the High Drahon would be gone for the day, or, at least, a few hours."
4226,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=150,2014-11-29T19:14:00,New Roman Empire,"Trant was shocked he had seen a dragon, he k were there were a few here and there. But he didn't expect a high dragon tl come out of the cave. ""Let's get this done quickly, I doubt the dragon will be gone all day and we don't want to be hereto see what she does when her young are dead."" Informed Trant as he caught up to the group and looked around at the cave. ""Nkrumah if there is a dragon, there has to be a dragon horde. I say we spit knelt two groups one goes at the artifact the others find the horde and carry as much out as possible."" Advised Trant."
4227,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=150,2014-11-29T20:27:00,Asyir,"Willhelm was taken aback by the unholy majesty of the high dragon. The sight of it took the breath away from the rogue. He let out a sigh of relief when the dragon took no notice, and flew away in haste. Willhelm overheard the other warden talk about a statue and dragonlings. His heart raced, but he was able to keep a calm look upon his face. He observed the party, and listened to their plans.<br/><br/>Inside the cave, He was inclined to agree with Trant, however, if there were indeed dragonlings, drakes would be left behind to protect them. With a sigh, Willhelm said,""Look. High dragons wouldn't leave their nest unguarded. We will encounter drakes no doubt, and that's not the worst thing possible we could fight. I say, we all stick together and find the artifact, which is probably within the dragon's horde anyway.""<br/><br/>Willhelm sped towards the front of the party. He was practically shoulder to shoulder with Samantha. He had his inscribed yew longbow out within the grasp of his right hand. His left hand clutched an arrow, which was knocked in with the bowstring. He slowly marched infront of Samantha, listening to the feet of the group scuffle on the stone flooring. The lights flickered around him, causing a sense of unease within him.<br/><br/>The party entered a crossroad. Two paths were made. Willhelm ordered the party to a halt. ""Which way shall we go?"" He asked the party."
4228,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=150,2014-11-29T20:45:00,Illan,"""Splitting ourselves up is a nasty idea. We have nary a clue where these caves lead, the best choice is to stay together so we don't get split up."" Kaasaras stated, pleasantly finding that the Dragonlings had seized for a moment. The ruins progressively became less and less illuminated, which was not all that comforting. Sure, he could keep a fireball spell going to give light, but he'd rather not waster mana if he had a choice.<br/><br/>""I say we pick the path that is the brightest, and go with it together. No splitting off."" He insisted, pointing with his staff at the path that had a sparse number of torches dotting it."
4229,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=150,2014-11-30T06:26:00,The Armed Republic of Dutch Coolness,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Samantha Deloffre</span><br/><br/>""No splitting off. Just one moment.. The statue will be at the entrance to the Deep Roads, thus, we will have to find that. Let's take a look, see if we can find something that hints at the way we should go..""<br/><br/>Samantha stepped from Wilhelm's side, and looked to her left and right, each side of the crossroad. No signs or anything to mark which led where - not anymore, at least. The more illuminated road, to her left, seemed to be slightly smaller, the one on the right being wider. The tiles of the path leading to the right appeared to be slightly more worn. She couldn't see if it led downwards or not, but they'd soon find that out anyway. ""The path to the right,"" she spoke, ""is slightly bigger, and has been used more. I'd think that is the way to the Deep Roads, the Statue, and thus the artifact. Come on, let's go.""<br/><br/>From the wall, she grabbed a torch which gave an eerie, blue light, and followed the path to the right, her steps echoing between the huge Dwarven walls as they finally began to go downwards, and finally entered a massive hallway, which ended in a huge pile of boulders where once had been a gate. Statues dotted both sides of the causeway to the former entrance to the Deep Roads, and the hall was entirely lit. A faint grumbling could be heard. Drakes, no doubt, as the group had expected. ""Let's be quick, everyone. Let's find that statue, and dig up the artifact!"""
4230,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=150,2014-11-30T07:28:00,Val Halla,"Elianora readied her bow. She needed to be prepared if the drakes attacked. She knew they would be smarter and stronger than the dragonlings from eariler. She started moving quicker, as the leader ordered. ""Do you, erm, need this?"" asked Elianora, offering the Warden one of her poison vials. This was the best way she was able to show her support."
4231,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=150,2014-11-30T07:32:00,Illan,"""The Deep Roads, huh."" Kaasaras said to himself rather audibly. ""Not as grand or as decrepit as I personally expected."" The Qunari said again with a slight chuckle to himself, walk along after putting his staff back in the sheathe on his back. The blue lights around them resembled what seemed to be Veilfire, some magic tied to the Fade in a way more than regular magic would be. Whatever it was, it was better than the alternative of stumbling around in the dark.<br/><br/>The statues around them seemed to be of that same rigid design the dwarves favored, solidifying their their Paragons in the form of a sculpture of rock. He didn't study the dwarves that much, there were much more interesting topics, in his opinion. However, many of the dwarves he met in his travels would punch him for saying that.<br/><br/>Kaasaras followed Samantha, going to the statue that seemed to be correct and planting his staff in the ground before pulling it up quickly, taking some dirt with it. It was one way of digging.<br/><br/>""Hey, Samantha? This is the entrance to the Deep Roads-"" The Qunari said, interrupting himself by digging once more with his staff. ""Darkspawn are likely right behind those doors; any chance of them getting through?"""
4232,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=150,2014-11-30T08:27:00,The Armed Republic of Dutch Coolness,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Samantha Deloffre</span><br/><br/>Samantha shook her head as she was offered the vial, no doubt filled with poison. ""Keep it for yourself. No doubt you shall need it more than I - we can be sure that those Drakes will attack us, and I will be digging up this artifact we're looking for. You will all have to protect me, so to speak.""<br/><br/>She walked towards the statue Kaasaras, one of the two Qunari, was pointing out. She brought the Veilfire torch close, looking for any plaque to identify it. There was none, but the statue matched the description she had been given. ""Correction, Kaasaras. This<span style=""font-style: italic"">was</span>an entrance to the Deep Roads, but it hasn't been for a long time. I can sense no Darkspawn nearby. Perhaps they know of the dragon, and have given up hope of trying to break through here. Come, help me get the dust and dirt of this tile, this should be the tomb."" The Grey Warden fell on her knees, and started 'cleaning' the tomb that lay at the foot of the Paragon statue. She turned her head around as she heard a voice calling. Adrian, was it? The voice, again. Yes, Adrian - definitely. ""That'll be those Drakes coming to attack. Go, kill 'em - that's what you Qunari like best, right?"" She motioned with a hand towards the Drake that was coming from its hiding place to attack the intruders.""I'll dig this up, and then we'll leave - immediately. Go!"""
4233,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=150,2014-11-30T08:59:00,Val Halla,"Elianora quickly fired off an flurry of arrows at one of the drakes, quickly vanquishing it. She turned around and another drake swiped at her, knocking her onto her back. She pulled out a knife, however, and stabbed the drake in the eye before it could do any serious damage. She twisted the knife she had just stabbed into the drkae, killing it and spraying a large amount of blood onto her. ""Dear maker!"" she exclaimed, not expecting such a brutal encounter. She crawled over to cover, wiped the drake's blood out of her eyes, and chewed on some elfroot. She stumbled back over to the drake she had killed, to remove her knife from what once was it's eye, and continued to fire of arrows at the other drakes."
4234,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=150,2014-11-30T09:31:00,Illan,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Armed Republic of Dutch coolness <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22627541#p22627541"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Samantha Deloffre</span><br/><br/>Samantha shook her head as she was offered the vial, no doubt filled with poison. ""Keep it for yourself. No doubt you shall need it more than I - we can be sure that those Drakes will attack us, and I will be digging up this artifact we're looking for. You will all have to protect me, so to speak.""<br/><br/>She walked towards the statue Kaasaras, one of the two Qunari, was pointing out. She brought the Veilfire torch close, looking for any plaque to identify it. There was none, but the statue matched the description she had been given. ""Correction, Kaasaras. This <span style=""font-style: italic"">was</span> an entrance to the Deep Roads, but it hasn't been for a long time. I can sense no Darkspawn nearby. Perhaps they know of the dragon, and have given up hope of trying to break through here. Come, help me get the dust and dirt of this tile, this should be the tomb."" The Grey Warden fell on her knees, and started 'cleaning' the tomb that lay at the foot of the Paragon statue. She turned her head around as she heard a voice calling. Adrian, was it? The voice, again. Yes, Adrian - definitely. ""That'll be those Drakes coming to attack. Go, kill 'em - that's what you Qunari like best, right?"" She motioned with a hand towards the Drake that was coming from its hiding place to attack the intruders.""I'll dig this up, and then we'll leave - immediately. Go!""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Right, I forget about those Warden senses of yours."" Kaasaras said, turning around as she prompted with the drakes coming in. ""Also, that's a little assuming there. Not all Qunari like killing things. Well, I do. But only the things that want to kill me."" He replied with a smile on his grey face, clutching his staff again as it glew with a white-blue light now. He sent a deathly cold icicle from the tip of it, and into a drake's neck, but it kept coming regardless.<br/><br/>""These are some tough bastards...."" He whispered to himself, before bringing the axe down hard on the scaly hellion's neck multiple times, eventually killing it. He turned and saw the elf woman, Elianora, he rembered, being pounced on by one of the drakes. The Qunari was about to deal with the beast, but he saw she had taken care of it: with a dagger in its eye. It wasn't pretty though, it made a rather unpleasant mess. Regardless, she seemed to be alive and able to walk, so that was well enough.<br/><br/>""Are you alright there, Elianora?"" He asked slowly, inching her way near where she was in cover and between the Grey Warden Deloffre."
4235,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=150,2014-11-30T10:09:00,Val Halla,"""I-I'm fine"", responded Elianora quietly. She was more taken off guard by the question than the drake she had just killed. ""I'll live,"" she added whilst holding out another poison vile, gesturing for the Qunari to take it. This, it appeared, was the best way in her power to grant her thanks, given the lack of conversation ability she had. ""Take it, please,"" she said to him, displaying a serious amount of nervousness as she did."
4236,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=150,2014-11-30T10:16:00,Krugmar,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Senan</span><br/><br/>Senan watched as the elf despatched two drakes, one with a dagger in the eye that made Senan shudder slightly. He then saw Kaasaras using his strange mix of primal magic and brute force to crush another drake. Senan had lost focus on the drake sneaking up on him until it whipped its tail around, slicing lightly into his chest and sending him into a nearby wall. His staff was knocked away from him and for a few seconds he felt as if he was going to pass out. Luckily he regained focus and began working on a spell he was not too adept at.<br/><br/>He unleashed this spell, latching on to the soul of the drake and draining its life and pulling its life force into his own. His wound began healing and he regained strength as the drake began to shake its head in pain, its scales began rusting and falling off. Soon it collapsed, its muscles having atrophied and its bones breaking through its crusted and rotting scales. Senan muttered with renewed vigour ""Ebost issala!"" picked up his staff and smashed it down upon the head of the drake, cracking open the skull and killing it.<br/><br/>He looked down at where he had been sliced, the wound had been completely healed but he could still feel it stinging. Senan never felt easy about using his spells from the school of entropy, they made others feel wary and often made him look like a monster, draining the life from victims. Hopefully this would go unnoticed, or at the very least they would not care. One of his previous warbands had chased him out, calling it necromancy and threatening to kill him, hopefully this band would be more receptive to his cursed gift."
4237,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=150,2014-11-30T10:43:00,Illan,"<blockquote><div><cite>Val Halla <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22628274#p22628274"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I-I'm fine"", responded Elianora quietly. She was more taken off guard by the question than the drake she had just killed. ""I'll live,"" she added whilst holding out another poison vile, gesturing for the Qunari to take it. This, it appeared, was the best way in her power to grant her thanks, given the lack of conversation ability she had. ""Take it, please,"" she said to him, displaying a serious amount of nervousness as she did.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""I need no thanks from you, Elianora."" Kaasaras said with a rare smile of friendliness and care. He gingerly picked the vial up in his massive hands.....right after checking every which way in a few feet for any draconic adversaries. She seemed incredibly nervous; he was unsure whether it was because of his tall form, or just the situation. ""Regardless, I appreciate the sentiment."" He stated kindly with a nod, pressing his hand gently to his chest with a very slight bow before turning to his side. There, another dragonling seemed to he insistent on intruding. He responded with a single burst of electricity from the staff, easily dispatching it. Out of the corner of his eye, he saw Senan, the other Qunari, cast a form of Entropy magic. Ah, a school he aspired to learn someday. It was a rather interesting school, with many uses.<br/><br/>""So, back to killing draconic creatures, then?"" Kaasaras stated with a smile to the elf, turning back to the fray of battle."
4238,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=150,2014-11-30T11:03:00,The Armed Republic of Dutch Coolness,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Samantha Deloffre</span><br/><br/>The tombstone had been cleaned of dirt, and was clearly visible now. Its inscription was as had been described to her. Good. Samantha pushed her knife between it and a stone, removing the remaining mortar as the fighting raged on behind her. She put her hands behind it, and started lifting it up, groaning at its weight until it landed against the foot of the statue, revealing the open grave of a long-dead Dwarf. Spiderwebs obscured its contents, so the Grey Warden began cutting them away, until she saw the bleached bones of the tomb's carcass. Lifting it up, she saw what they were looking for: a small, gleaming golden chest, unblemished and sealed. Quickly, she tucked it away, along with the dagger. ""Got it! M'lords, m'ladies, lets get out of here!"" Samantha shouted, pulling her greatsword, and severing a Dragonling's head as she made for the exit."
4239,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=150,2014-11-30T11:17:00,Val Halla,"Elianora attempted to force a smile back to the Qunari, but failed. This was not the same kind of situation she had ever found herself in. Fighting in a dragon infested cave, with people she had never met before. This was not something taken in her stride, especially with her lack of social ability and isolated personality. Fortunately, before she could ponder too long on this, the Warden had found what the group was looking for, prompting an order to run like hell out of the cave, which Elianora was certainly going to do. She ran and ran, not once stumbling. If there was one thing she was good at doing, it was running."
4240,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=150,2014-11-30T11:43:00,Krugmar,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Senan</span><br/><br/>Senan was busy hitting a dragonling with his staff when he heard the order to retreat. He said ""Katara, bas!"" and brought his staff down upon the dragonlings head, crushing it. He was not used to this style of combat, but after seeing Kaasaras use it he had decided that it was a good way to save mana for when he needed it. His kills were much clumsier than his fellow Qunari's however, perhaps he should revert to his old ways though this question could be answered later. He pulled the bloodied end of his staff out of the caved-in skull and began running after the group as fast as he could. His chains were rattling as he sprinted to keep up with them, in no mood to become an Ataashis dinner."
4241,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=150,2014-11-30T11:46:00,Illan,"As Kaarasas turned his attention back from the Elven woman and to the impeding horde of draconic beasts, he only managed to take another one's life before he heard the order from Warden Deloffre. She had retrieved the objective, and it was time to haul ass and run. His staff, now rather cloaked with crimson, dulled from its glowing and spell-slinging state, as he turned to run, holding it in his right hand firmly.<br/><br/>""Good, let's run. I'd rather not try my luck with taking more of these bastards out."" Kaasaras stated, running towards theater way that lead them to this Deep Roads doorway, but being....distracted by something. It was near the corner of the room, amidst spiderwebs. An egg, one cloaked with a fine gold tint and that which stood out among dull and broken shells of its own kin. The young Qunari couldn't help bit be fascinated; a draconic egg? His studies on Draconology made him wish he could be up close to such an object, but he never thought he'd see one in prime like the one he was currently perceiving. As quickly as he could muster, he dashed over and opened up a pack he had under his cloak. In it, various bits of clothing and a few potions lie. He very quickly made a small ""nest"" out of the softest portions of clothing he could muster up, and heaved the egg into it. It wasn't terribly heavy, but it seemed delicate. He wasn't willing to test that assumption either. Hell, it was nearly the size of his forearm as well.<br/><br/>With his prize in tow, Kaasaras rejoined the rest of the crew in running from the cave, the scaly menaces chasing them still."
4242,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=150,2014-11-30T11:55:00,Argentarino,"Freyan had been fighting a Drake when Samantha gave the order to retreat. He flourished his sincerity blade and whopped off the head of the Drake, and, as he turned to head for the mouth of the cave with the rest of the band, a searing pain in his left calf erupted, and Freyan screamed out. Looking down, he saw another Drake biting into his leg. Hard. With a loud, ""By Andraste's Flaming Tits, go to Hell already!"" Freyan the Orlesian stabbed the beast's neck, quickly yet clumsily swung his sword, dislodging the Drake's head from its body, and he stumbled off with the group, all the while doing his best to hold in the pain. What he failed to realize was that the Drake's head was still lodged onto his left calf, it had bitten him so hard."
4243,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=150,2014-11-30T12:07:00,Val Halla,"Noticing the Orlesian's pain, Elianora threw him some elfroot. ""Chew on this, it will ease the pain"", she told him. She had possed serious alchemical and herbal knowledge, and knew what most plants could do. She looked back at the Orlesian and almost froze. He had a drake's head sticking out of his leg. Elianora was still hurting from the earlier wolf attack, and this man was running with a drake's head in his calf. There was no beating around the bush. Most people would have died on that happening to them, and this man was running? The impressions of him had improved more so. Chivalrous and strong. It was clear why he was in this company."
4244,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=150,2014-11-30T12:10:00,SaintB,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">At the Camp</span><br/><br/>While others huddled under warm clothes or near the fires he was off a ways from the others perched upon a rock nude above the waist with his legs crossed and his also bare feet pressed together at the souls hands upon his knees and eyes closed.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Cutter</span>his sword rested upon his lap and its bare blade gave off of pale glow even in the absence of the light of the sun. In his meditative state the cold was not an inconvenience to him; he was oblivious to it for now but when he was done he knew it would hit him hard but also unlike many he would accept and relish it. The cold and the meditation revitalized him while being warm and comfortable only seemed to remind him of how old he was becoming.<br/><br/>Thirty-eight years may not seem like a long time in the grand scheme of things but in his life, apostate, warrior, mercenary, it worked out to border on decrepit. At his age and with his life he could not rely on his body for much longer and his mind would too soon be the most important asset he possessed. He did wonder though if his particular use of magic would keep him vigorous for longer since while his body showed outward signs of aging he lacked many of the ailments of his contemporaries. It was true that his hair was beginning to turn grey and the lines on his face were becoming deeper and more pronounced but he did not suffer pain in his joints or suffer from an irritable bowel, his eyes and ears seemed as sharp as ever, and he did not seem to be lacking in strength or endurance yet either. As far as he could tell he was as fit... more fit... than he was when still a mage in the circle.<br/><br/>These things however they started so subtly that one never noticed them until they had already taken hold on you so he waited and kept himself as sharp in mind and body as he could. His meditation complete he sheathed the lyrium infused blade and set it aside to begin his stretches. He stood on the rock and brought himself on his tip toes then slowly, cautiously, lifted up his left leg as straight and far as he could with the toe still pointed out and held that pose to the count of ten before lowering the leg and then returning to the balls of his feet and then after another count to ten began again but this time with his right leg.<br/><br/>He learned this exercise from a dancer he once protected and decided to adopt it for his own, after all was not dancing similar in many ways to fighting with a blade? It was true many, perhaps most warriors, relied on brute strength to cleave through the armor and flesh of their enemies but still others relied on a separate technique and used finesse and quickness to attack the weakest points on an opponent. He used magic for much the same result and used it to guide his weapon to the weakness in an enemy's defenses - even the finest suit of plate or coat of mail left vulnerabilities and his magic drew his weapon right to the soft flesh they left open. He continued with a series of stretches until the cold had finally become unbearable against his bare skin and stepped down from his rock to cover his skin with clothing and mail.<br/><br/>Arsam made his way back to the camp, his mail hauberk, thick leggings, and heavy cloak made from buck's hide and lined with lamb fleece made him look bulkier than he truly was. He saw that the others had assembled and were preparing to move out to somewhere, he did not know where and truthfully could not care much less - a job was a job and it was his place to follow orders and get paid. With Grey Wardens running the outfit he trusted the leaders to avoid working for anyone who was too shady or had overt intentions to do more harm than good and so he tended not to think about his assignments or maybe he was just getting apathetic in his 'advanced' age? Regardless he fell in line and prepared to march with the rest of the company.<br/>_________________<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Dragon Den</span><br/><br/>While the others had pressed on into the cave Arsam played the part of rear guard, taking a position where he could listen and look for the return of the dragon that laird here but also where he could take cover or stage an ambush on any beasties that might chase his fellow mercenaries from the cavern. It would not do anyone any kind of good if the dragon were to return home and catch them unawares in the cave and a warning would at least give them time to prepare to battle a dragon in some manner. After near to half an hour he heard commotion near the entrance/exit to the cave and voices shouting back and forth to one another, also the sounds of combat reached his ears. He prepared for what might erupt from the tunnel before or behind his companions by drawing his blade and preparing a spell to unleash on any enemies."
4245,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=150,2014-11-30T13:16:00,TotallyNotEvilLand,"Melova had mostly taken a backseat to the events occuring for a while. She didn't feel she had much to contribute, honestly. Once they hit the caves, however, her bow came out, ready to start picking off anything that looked unfriendly and had sharp pointy things to stab with. Soon enough, those appeared. She fired one... Hit 'em in the knee. Won't kill it but slow it down. Or just make it waddle hilariously. She fired another at the same drake... Other knee! Now it was kind of hilarious.<br/><br/>Hearing the order to get out, she fired one more arrow into the shoulder of one looking fairly angry and bolted for it, glancing at the Orlesian with a... drake head embedded in his calf. Despite how painful that'd have to be, that was amazing and amusing at the same time. ""Need someone to carry you out?"" Melova asked, glancing over at the one known as Elianora. This elf could carry some things, but an Orlesian? Probably not."
4246,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=150,2014-11-30T15:22:00,New Roman Empire,"""You might need more than been flames."" Chuckled Trant as he sliced a Drake down to the middle of It's neck in half. He then turned to run and rejoin the group outside the cave. Hopefully the dragon won't be waiting for us when he got out there. But anything was possible now, the orlesian could probably bleed out if he wasn't careful. But then again the force on the leg might stop it from bleeding."
4247,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=150,2014-11-30T19:57:00,Asyir,"A large scaled beast charged at Willhelm, it's claws swiping viciously at the rogue. Willhelm doges out of the drake's fury, ducking and dodging his way around the drake. The rogue warden took and arrow from his quiver, and with a massive thrust, gouged the arrow into the the drake's left eyes. With a bloodcurdling squel, the creture retreated back. Willhelm knocked an arrow, and aimed in on the retreating drake. The grey warden let his arrow fly, and it rammed into the drake with a thud, killing the beast.<br/><br/>Willhelm looked around the cave, and saw his companions struggling against the mass force of Draconic beasts. With a loud and thunderous roar, the rogue let out,""Fall back comrades. They won't follow us out of their nesting grounds!"""
4248,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=150,2014-11-30T20:24:00,The Templar High Council,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Armed Republic of Dutch coolness <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22628712#p22628712"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Samantha Deloffre</span><br/><br/>The tombstone had been cleaned of dirt, and was clearly visible now. Its inscription was as had been described to her. Good. Samantha pushed her knife between it and a stone, removing the remaining mortar as the fighting raged on behind her. She put her hands behind it, and started lifting it up, groaning at its weight until it landed against the foot of the statue, revealing the open grave of a long-dead Dwarf. Spiderwebs obscured its contents, so the Grey Warden began cutting them away, until she saw the bleached bones of the tomb's carcass. Lifting it up, she saw what they were looking for: a small, gleaming golden chest, unblemished and sealed. Quickly, she tucked it away, along with the dagger. ""Got it! M'lords, m'ladies, lets get out of here!"" Samantha shouted, pulling her greatsword, and severing a Dragonling's head as she made for the exit.</div></blockquote><br/>""On it!"" Adrian said as he became relevant. He brought his greatsword down on a dragonling's neck, severing it as he kicked it away into another beast. He heard Wilhelm's call for retreat, and approached the exit to direct others. ""Come on! We've got what we came for!"""
4249,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=150,2014-12-01T06:08:00,The Armed Republic of Dutch Coolness,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Samantha Deloffre</span><br/><br/>The daylight came closer and closer as the group ran for the exit, the noise of the Drakes and Dragonlings fading away into the depths. Samantha put her hand in front of her eyes to cover them from the light as she exited the cavern, the rest of the group following suit. Catching her breath, she looked behind her, towards the others. Was that a... Drake's severed head hanging from Freyan's leg? Surely not... Anyways, no time. No time at all. ""Come on, let's get out of here, before that bloody Dragon gets back! We'll see to everyone's wounds later!"""
4250,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=175,2014-12-01T08:47:00,Argentarino,"<blockquote><div><cite>TotallyNotEvilLand <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22630081#p22630081"">wrote</a>:</cite>Melova had mostly taken a backseat to the events occuring for a while. She didn't feel she had much to contribute, honestly. Once they hit the caves, however, her bow came out, ready to start picking off anything that looked unfriendly and had sharp pointy things to stab with. Soon enough, those appeared. She fired one... Hit 'em in the knee. Won't kill it but slow it down. Or just make it waddle hilariously. She fired another at the same drake... Other knee! Now it was kind of hilarious. <br/><br/>Hearing the order to get out, she fired one more arrow into the shoulder of one looking fairly angry and bolted for it, glancing at the Orlesian with a... drake head embedded in his calf. Despite how painful that'd have to be, that was amazing and amusing at the same time. ""Need someone to carry you out?"" Melova asked, glancing over at the one known as Elianora. This elf could carry some things, but an Orlesian? Probably not.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Freyan grimaced as he ran and, after accepting Elianora's offer of elfroot and eating the plant, he grunted to Melova, ""I am fine...madame. I just...I just need to get out of this cave...back to the Keep."" He was panting now, the weight of his armor and the drake head slowing him down. Freyan knew that he could not take off his armor, since that was one of the things he did take pride in, and he knew that if he tried to remove the drake head as they were retreating, it would make him vulnerable to attack, slow down the group, and possibly result in him bleeding out. If they could just get to the mouth of the cave, then he could get on his horse and make a beeline towards the Keep and receive real medical attention, maybe get some help from one of the Shattered Blade's small assortment of mages.<br/><br/>But for the moment, he was focused on getting out alive. Hearing Samantha's orders, he knew that she was somewhat panicked. Not enough panic to illicit any concern from him - he of all people knew that panic was a common feeling during battle - but it was an emotion he rarely saw in her. For now, he took strength in from his pleasant memories of his time in the Chevaliers, including the brief time when he was in love...<span style=""font-style: italic"">Oh, Philippe...if only you were here,</span>he thought to himself."
4251,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=175,2014-12-01T11:15:00,Val Halla,"Elianora burst out if the cave, her hand shielding her face from the dramatic light change. She fell to the floor from the sprinting, exhausted after the desperate sprint. After a few seconds she looked up. It appeared she was the first out of the cave, but it was hard to tell. She picked up some elfroot and started chewing on it, to ease the pain from being knocked on the ground. She looked at her hands. They were covered in blood, they were literally bathed in it. It was hard to tell, but she presumed the rest if her body would be much the same. She couldn't just wipe it off. Even if there was water here, it would likely give her hypothermia, and she was not going to risk it."
4252,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=175,2014-12-01T15:58:00,Krugmar,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Senan</span><br/><br/>Fresh air hit Senan the moment he left the cage, it was a sharp relief and cooled his skin down after the damp heat of the cave. His side was still stinging from the cut which he had healed up, no scar could be seen but it was slightly red. He leant on his staff as he tried to catch his breath, taking slow but large gulps of air, knowing that they would have to move out soon to escape the Ataashi. Hopefully it would not go on too much of a rampage after finding its children slaughtered, though he doubted it. It was only then that he noticed one of his companions had a drake's head biting into their leg, he would have to help later as his Karasten's order to move out. He had no wish to become the first victim of the Ataashi's killing spree."
4253,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=175,2014-12-01T18:00:00,SaintB,"His cohorts poured out in ones and twos, covering their eyes to ward off the sudden influx of light and some covered in blood - he could not tell if it was their own or from something else. From his perch on a rock he could see movement deeper back in the cave as if the angry sounds coming from inside weren't enough to let him know they were being pursued by the cave's denizens, most likely drakes. He pointed toward the cave, ""You're too close to the mouth of the cave, keep moving! I have you covered!""<br/><br/>Arsam stooped to collect a handful of stones and rocks and hurled them at the first drake to peak his head out of the darkness,<span style=""font-style: italic"">Cutter</span>glowed with a pale light as Arsam focused his magic through it and the handful of stones grew and coalesced in mid air until they formed a single large rock the size of a catapult stone that hit with nearly the same force, possibly crushing bones and assuredly knocking the drake off his feet and sent him tumbling back into the cave. Arsam shouted his strongly asserted suggestion once again, ""MOVE!""<br/><br/>Once everyone was clear of the cave's entrance Arsam would summon a wall of ice to block the entrance that should hopefully be sufficient to hold the drakes at bay, if not he would shake the foundations of the entrance to the lair itself and damn what the High Dragon thought about that!"
4254,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=175,2014-12-01T18:29:00,New Roman Empire,"Trant closed his eyes just as he was about to jump from the mouth of the cave. Once he hit the ground he shot up and ran from the mouth of the cave. He hated dragons, he looked at his sword which was covered in Drake blood. He kept a close look on the sky So he could alert the others if the high dragon was coming. ""I think now would be a very good time to leave!"" Barked Trant as he scanned the sky. He just wanted to get back to the castle where he could be some what warmer than he currently was. Plus none of them were professional dragon slayers, but he didn't doubt they could kill a dragon."
4255,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=175,2014-12-01T18:58:00,Asyir,"Willhelm ran out of the cave, with several drakes and dragonlings close behind. He noticed he was the last one out, and looked up towards a man, whom had announced he would cover the party. Willhelm didn't stop running, but in a loud voice called to the man,""cover us then!""<br/><br/>Willhelm turned around and fired an arrow, hitting a drake. The beast fell back, and Willhelm fired another arrow into the beast, killing it."
4256,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=175,2014-12-01T18:58:00,Illan,"Kaasaras dashed like a madman out of the cave, unable to help but smile a bit from the rush it gave. Damn, running from some Dragonlings and drakes was kinda fun. At least until they bit you or burnt you. Then it was just unpleasant.<br/><br/>The Qunari was near the back of the group when they left the cave due to him securing his treasure-of-sorts. The thought of being able to study a dragon from hatchling to onward honestly excited him. He was one of those Qunari who hoped that the Tamassrans threw a little dragon into the Qun breeding cycle. Hell, their horns were practically identical to dragons. And they were sure as hell as stubborn and tough as them.<br/><br/>Kaasaras looked around at the group. Particularly at the one with the dragon head lodged into his calf. Damn. He really pulled the short end of the stick. The towering Qunari man approached him, fumbling for a healing potion from a small pack at his side. These were good people; he wasn't sure if they were<span style=""font-style: italic"">morally</span>good yet, but they were good to him. Loyal, he could tell.<br/><br/>""Hey, buddy, I know that can't be too pleasant-"" Kaasaras said, putting the potion in his hand and looking down at the wound. Others were obviously concerned, as indicated by the small and shy elf Elianora offering Elfroot and the others just offering to help as well. ""I could help. I got a hell of an arm, and could pry the jaws of that bastard free. And if bleeding is a concern, I remember a few techniques from the Qun. Technological and scientific advancements and all that, you know?"" Kaasaras said, realizing how over complicating he was sounding.<br/><br/>""What I'm trying to say is, I can get that scaly asshole off of you. It'll hurt like hell, but I could bind the bite and keep you from bleeding out. I believe I know a couple healing spells as well. You aren't getting left behind. At least not on my watch."" Kaasaras said, not even realizing how his words would have sounded to others. He was loyal above all else. These people were rather quickly becoming friends to him, actually."
4257,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=175,2014-12-01T19:48:00,TotallyNotEvilLand,"Melova, giving a shrug at Freyan as she moved from keeping up with him to a full-on run out of the cave, stopping near Kaasaras. If she had any luck at all, any drake would go for the taller guy. ... That was kind of messed up... Still, had to give the Orlesian credit, either he had an insane tolerance for pain or he was just an absolute badass. She wasn't exactly the most medical, she just knew that ""coughing is bad, bleeding is bad, make those things stop"", and that was the extent of it, and it seemed the Qunari had it handled."
4258,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=175,2014-12-01T19:55:00,Argentarino,"<blockquote><div><cite>Illan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22645687#p22645687"">wrote</a>:</cite>Kaasaras dashed like a madman out of the cave, unable to help but smile a bit from the rush it gave. Damn, running from some Dragonlings and drakes was kinda fun. At least until they bit you or burnt you. Then it was just unpleasant. <br/><br/>The Qunari was near the back of the group when they left the cave due to him securing his treasure-of-sorts. The thought of being able to study a dragon from hatchling to onward honestly excited him. He was one of those Qunari who hoped that the Tamassrans threw a little dragon into the Qun breeding cycle. Hell, their horns were practically identical to dragons. And they were sure as hell as stubborn and tough as them. <br/><br/>Kaasaras looked around at the group. Particularly at the one with the dragon head lodged into his calf. Damn. He really pulled the short end of the stick. The towering Qunari man approached him, fumbling for a healing potion from a small pack at his side. These were good people; he wasn't sure if they were <span style=""font-style: italic"">morally</span> good yet, but they were good to him. Loyal, he could tell.<br/><br/>""Hey, buddy, I know that can't be too pleasant-"" Kaasaras said, putting the potion in his hand and looking down at the wound. Others were obviously concerned, as indicated by the small and shy elf Elianora offering Elfroot and the others just offering to help as well. ""I could help. I got a hell of an arm, and could pry the jaws of that bastard free. And if bleeding is a concern, I remember a few techniques from the Qun. Technological and scientific advancements and all that, you know?"" Kaasaras said, realizing how over complicating he was sounding.<br/><br/>""What I'm trying to say is, I can get that scaly asshole off of you. It'll hurt like hell, but I could bind the bite and keep you from bleeding out. I believe I know a couple healing spells as well. You aren't getting left behind. At least not on my watch."" Kaasaras said, not even realizing how his words would have sounded to others. He was loyal above all else. These people were rather quickly becoming friends to him, actually.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Freyan looked at Kaasaras and, tired, gave a nod. ""Monsieur, I was a Chevalier. We were taught how to handle all sorts of pain in the Academie in Orlais. Do what you must, but quickly, please. Maker help us all if that High Dragon comes back and the two of us are - how do they say? - caught with our pants down...ill-prepared, yes?""<br/><br/>And it was true. The Academie was infamous for its harsh training regimens. On top of book knowledge of the history of the chevalier order, Freyan Gratien and the other Chevaliers had been taught proper form, breathing control, how to exercise muscles, how to keep limbs from going numb after being bound, and even how to fight off the effects of magic or drugs. Thankfully, health potions were not a drug, so Freyan was grateful for the potion offered by the massive Qunari. As Kaasaras prepared to remove the Drake's head from his calf, Freyan felt the need to introduce himself. ""I do not believe I have introduced myself to you...I am Freyan Gratien, of Orlais. Former Chevalier,"" and, the most open he had been about his past - and his present - he continued, ""and wanted fugitive of the law in the Orlesian Empire."""
4259,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=175,2014-12-01T20:20:00,Illan,"<blockquote><div><cite>Argentarino <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22646523#p22646523"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Illan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22645687#p22645687"">wrote</a>:</cite>Kaasaras dashed like a madman out of the cave, unable to help but smile a bit from the rush it gave. Damn, running from some Dragonlings and drakes was kinda fun. At least until they bit you or burnt you. Then it was just unpleasant. <br/><br/>The Qunari was near the back of the group when they left the cave due to him securing his treasure-of-sorts. The thought of being able to study a dragon from hatchling to onward honestly excited him. He was one of those Qunari who hoped that the Tamassrans threw a little dragon into the Qun breeding cycle. Hell, their horns were practically identical to dragons. And they were sure as hell as stubborn and tough as them. <br/><br/>Kaasaras looked around at the group. Particularly at the one with the dragon head lodged into his calf. Damn. He really pulled the short end of the stick. The towering Qunari man approached him, fumbling for a healing potion from a small pack at his side. These were good people; he wasn't sure if they were <span style=""font-style: italic"">morally</span> good yet, but they were good to him. Loyal, he could tell.<br/><br/>""Hey, buddy, I know that can't be too pleasant-"" Kaasaras said, putting the potion in his hand and looking down at the wound. Others were obviously concerned, as indicated by the small and shy elf Elianora offering Elfroot and the others just offering to help as well. ""I could help. I got a hell of an arm, and could pry the jaws of that bastard free. And if bleeding is a concern, I remember a few techniques from the Qun. Technological and scientific advancements and all that, you know?"" Kaasaras said, realizing how over complicating he was sounding.<br/><br/>""What I'm trying to say is, I can get that scaly asshole off of you. It'll hurt like hell, but I could bind the bite and keep you from bleeding out. I believe I know a couple healing spells as well. You aren't getting left behind. At least not on my watch."" Kaasaras said, not even realizing how his words would have sounded to others. He was loyal above all else. These people were rather quickly becoming friends to him, actually.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Freyan looked at Kaasaras and, tired, gave a nod. ""Monsieur, I was a Chevalier. We were taught how to handle all sorts of pain in the Academie in Orlais. Do what you must, but quickly, please. Maker help us all if that High Dragon comes back and the two of us are - how do they say? - caught with our pants down...ill-prepared, yes?"" <br/><br/>And it was true. The Academie was infamous for its harsh training regimens. On top of book knowledge of the history of the chevalier order, Freyan Gratien and the other Chevaliers had been taught proper form, breathing control, how to exercise muscles, how to keep limbs from going numb after being bound, and even how to fight off the effects of magic or drugs. Thankfully, health potions were not a drug, so Freyan was grateful for the potion offered by the massive Qunari. As Kaasaras prepared to remove the Drake's head from his calf, Freyan felt the need to introduce himself. ""I do not believe I have introduced myself to you...I am Freyan Gratien, of Orlais. Former Chevalier,"" and, the most open he had been about his past - and his present - he continued, ""and wanted fugitive of the law in the Orlesian Empire.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Good man."" Kaasaras said, crouching down a bit to get level with the rather intense bite wound. ""And caught with our pants down? You humans and your figures of speech. So, you took the potion....good. It should numb it a bit, but don't expect it to be pain free."" The Qunari said, looking ahead at the others. He certainly didn't want to get left behind, so he'd have to make it quick.<br/><br/>Kaasaras understood why he wanted introductions to be in order. If he was going to pry a damn drake's skull from this Orlesian's leg, he would want to be trusted. ""My name is Kaasaras Raskan, formerly of Seheron, formerly a Saarebas. And it appears we share a common trait; you're looking at one of the Qun's most wanted fugitives. But we can talk about our criminality later, over drinks perhaps. I'll buy."" The Qunari said in a friendly tone, placing a firm grip on the maxilla and the mandible of the drake head in his leg. Here's the easy part: Force. The Qunari, even though a refined mage, was definitely strong. It was a bit of an inherent trait, really, but he had his fair share of melee combat in his travels.<br/><br/>The Qunari, once he cemented his grip, began pulling on the jaws forcefully. He could already tell it would hurt, as the moment he budged it, blood began to surface from the bites. All the reason to make it quicker. He forcefully snapped the jaws away from his calf, seeing some nasty bite marks.<br/><br/>""Oh shit, that....isn't pretty. But I can deal with it. Just be still."""
4260,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=175,2014-12-01T20:28:00,Argentarino,"Freyan grimaced and almost let out a cry, but he held it in. The last thing he wanted to do was look weak in front of the the rest of the mercenaries, especially Samantha. He liked that he was a somewhat valuable asset to the mercenary band, and he feared that if he showed any sign of weakness, he could be overlooked. And if he was overlooked, his services would not be needed...<br/><br/>He turned his head to Kaasaras and, in the worst attempt to remain calm, said, ""Andraste's fiery tits, just stop the bleeding,"" and then, as if remembering that Kaasaras was helping him, apologized. ""I mean, please stop the bleeding...before I die,"" he chuckled."
4261,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=175,2014-12-01T20:49:00,Illan,"<blockquote><div><cite>Argentarino <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22646959#p22646959"">wrote</a>:</cite>Freyan grimaced and almost let out a cry, but he held it in. The last thing he wanted to do was look weak in front of the the rest of the mercenaries, especially Samantha. He liked that he was a somewhat valuable asset to the mercenary band, and he feared that if he showed any sign of weakness, he could be overlooked. And if he was overlooked, his services would not be needed...<br/><br/>He turned his head to Kaasaras and, in the worst attempt to remain calm, said, ""Andraste's fiery tits, just stop the bleeding,"" and then, as if remembering that Kaasaras was helping him, apologized. ""I mean, please stop the bleeding...before I die,"" he chuckled.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""You don't need to hide anything from me, believe me, I wouldn't think anything less of you for saying so. Not many people get a drake bite on their calf."" Kaasaras said with a focused expression on his face, throwing the head of the drake aside. ""I suppose you don't want that as a souvenir."" The Qunari said with a bit of a chuckle, before quickly reaching into his pack. A tough Qun cloth wrap? Perfect. Now where's the numbing poultice? No, not the dragon egg. There it is. He took the poultice and gently spread it over the wounds, and followed with a green and yellow light glowing in his grey hands. A rejuvenation spell, enough to close the wounds. He casted the spell, stopping the bleeding almost entirely. It was a good thing he bothered to learn some healing incantations, apparently. It was good being helpful. He took the roll of the tough cloth, and wrapped it around the rather large bites. It was rather absorbent, and did a decent job of soaking up the remaining blood. Better than many fabrics.<br/><br/>""Well, there you go. Wound closed, numbed, and healed rather well, if I may say. Whatever blood left should be soaked up. You're back in action, Freyan."" Kaasaras said with a grin, standing back up to his tall height. It felt nice helping others, especially with use of his magic. Using it for something other than killing and destroying. The Qunari was surprising himself with such a thought to himself; he trained himself to be a tool of war."
4262,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=175,2014-12-02T13:08:00,The Armed Republic of Dutch Coolness,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Samantha Deloffre</span><br/><br/>A loud roar came from the distance, the sound bouncing off the mountains and through the valley. Samantha turned away from the cave, looking to the sky for any movement that could be a dragon. ""I'd say now is a good time to move.. We'll treat the wounded at the Castle, go!"" A small dot in the sky came closer, and closer... The Grey Warden started to run for the mountains, back to the path they had taken, back to the Castle. It had stopped snowing - they were lucky in that regard. If it had been snowing, the High Dragon'd kill them most surely. She led the group through the mountains, occasionally helping with the wounded, until they finally arrived back at the castle.<br/><br/>It was bristling with activity; stonemasons were working on the walls, and had already finished the keep. Samantha looked around her, startled, until she turned around. In front of her stood a masked man, in red and black robes. One of the Shattered Blade's contractors. She took a step back.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""You have the Artifact, then? Intact?""</span><br/><br/>""Yes.. Yes, I have."" The Grey Warden got the item out, and gave it to the man, who immediately pushed a large chest forward. He opened it, and it was filled with sovereigns.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Good. Have your reward. The masons will soon be finished. <span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Elder One shall be pleased</span> with your actions today.""</span><br/><br/>The man turned and walked away, never looking back."
4263,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=175,2014-12-02T13:28:00,Val Halla,"Elianora stood in silence as she looked around at the castle. The castle was impressive, and well hidden. The bandit lord who held this keep clearly valued his privacy. She raised her eyebrows upon looking at the suspicious man who paid the Grey Warden. She then looked towards Freyan, the chivalrous Orlesian. He was clearly not in the best shape, as could be expected from someone who had just had a drake's head stuck in his calf. As Elianora looked around the castle walls, she began to sway. She started stuttering and gasping for breath. She fainted, falling to the floor after all the exhausting fighting and running. She had fought in the past, but she was far from used to this kind of event."
4264,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=175,2014-12-02T13:53:00,New Roman Empire,"Trant was confused when the man said elder one, it made his feel uneasy. It was like something that seemed of a foreshadowing. But they got paid and would probably not work for the man again or thats what he hoped. Trant heard a thud and saw Elianora fall to the ground, he rushed over and sighed with relief when he realized she was still alive. ""She is alive, I will take her to one of the empty quarters and watch her until she wakes up. Hey one of the mages that I know isn't a blood made follow me. He carried her into an enpty room with a vast view of the wilderness and set her on the bed and got a fire going in the fireplace. Then he took a seat and waited."
4265,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=175,2014-12-02T14:05:00,Val Halla,"Elianora woke up to find herself lying in a bed. How did she get here? She coughed heavily and pulled herself up. She groaned as her eyes began to adjust to the light in the room. She looked across to see someone sitting in the room. ""GAH!"", she screamed. It may seem odd that she somehow got here, but it is even stranger to have a man looking across at you as you wake up. She sprang up with a start, hitting her head on the wall. Rubbing off the pain, she retreated back. ""What? How? Where am I? And who are you?"" She could not tell who it was, her vision somewhat blurred. Before the man could answer the question, she flew out of the room, crashing into a builder on her way out."
4266,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=175,2014-12-02T14:11:00,Krugmar,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Senan</span><br/><br/>Senan kept up eith the group as they made their way back. He was impressed by the rejuvenation spell that his fellow Qunari had cast, he had shamefully pinned him down as a simple destruction mage but now realised his error. As he was no longer a follow of the Qun, modified or not, Kaasaras was technically a bas but to Senan he would be Basalit-an for he had shown his worth. Senan was about to inform Kaasaras of this when he heard the elf collapse.<br/><br/>Senan saw the Venak hol rush over to help her and inform everyone that she was still alive. He asked for a mage who wasn't a blood mage to follow him. What was a blood mage? Senan would have to find out, though it seemed they weren't fully liked by these Hissranites. Senan volunteered, saying ""I am a mage specialised in healing, though I am unsure as to what you mean by blood mage, I shall help in any way I can"". Senan was tired, but he would not let a fellow of his company die, Kabethari or not."
4267,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=175,2014-12-02T14:16:00,New Roman Empire,"""Fuck, why do they always run!"" Barked Trant as he tackled her as she bumped into the builder. ""Calm down, your in our castle, we just got back from the dragon cave and you fainted. I carried you up to a room then you woke up. I am going to let go know, but your in no condition to be bolting like this."" I formed Trant as he stood up and offered her a hand to help her off the ground. ""Senan, you better check the wound, she may have opened it again."" Informed Trant as he saw blood on the floor."
4268,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=175,2014-12-02T14:19:00,The Templar High Council,"""Well, I'm off to explore the reaches of this castle. Join me if you must, but standing here isn't productive at all."" Adrian, sword across his back and satchel still at his side, sauntered over to the large wooden doors that lead to the interior of the castle. He awaited anyone who wanted to accompany him as he opened the door, exposing the inside of the castle to the chilling wind from outside.<br/><br/>(Dutchy, now would be a great time for some images/floor plans.)"
4269,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=175,2014-12-02T14:30:00,Val Halla,"Elianora wriggled out from underneath Trant, panicking and breathing heavily. She attempted to run again, but was not out of Trant's hand yet. She tried to squirm out of his grasp, but she was not nearly strong enough.""Let me go, please"" she daintily whispered, almost silently. Her eyes were looking around everywhere, and she was getting a very angry look from the builder she knocked over. She open her mouth to apologize, but no words left. In the scuffle, she had damaged her skin where her burn marks were most proficient. She wept a tear at being reminded of them. She stared at Trant, in such a way to indicate for him that he shouldn't ask."
4270,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=175,2014-12-02T14:36:00,Krugmar,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Senan</span><br/><br/>Senan saw the commotion occur and ran over to them as fast as he could. Trant seemed to be holding her down and she was struggling to be free in her panicked state. ""Kost, Kabethari, you are hurt"" he said to her, hoping to perhaps calm her down. He knelt down and felt the cut on her head, a small cut that could easily be closed with a simple healing spell. He also noticed some of her burnt skin was damaged, he could only hope that his healing would help. He began muttering a simple healing spell and began sending it in waves to her, the first wave would close up her cuts and repair some of the damaged skin. The second wave was designed to soothe her, hopefully calm her down though he had never tried a mental heal before and only planned for it. Hopefully his theory and the teachings of his mentor would prove correct."
4271,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=175,2014-12-02T14:41:00,New Roman Empire,"""Calm down, your in no condition to be doing what you are doing. Were not sure how much blood you lost or if your going to faint again. Here, Let's get you back into bed So the mage can get a better idea on how injured you are."" Informed Trant as he saw the tear, he picked her up and carried her back into the room and sat her on the bed. ""Just calm down, you are safe here."" Informed Trant as he smiled and sat back down."
4272,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=175,2014-12-02T14:49:00,Val Halla,"Senan's spell began to cure Elianora's cut, but not the burn marks. The scars that covered most of her body, it seemed, were as deep as the emotional ones. As Elianora though of this, she began to cry. ""Please, leave me."" she requested, her voice becoming evermore silent. She wiped her eyes, only creating a further flow of tears. ""I- I'm fine"" she insisted. This was not going to send them away, but it was worth a try. Attempting to struggle away would be pointless, and would cause further commotion. The young elf removed her gloves staring intently at her hands before turning to face Trant. ""Leave me alone, and j-just don't ask""."
4273,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=175,2014-12-02T14:59:00,Krugmar,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Senan</span><br/><br/>Senan was pleased that her cut was healing, he had thought that her burn marks would persevere despite his attempts and they had. It seemed his mind healing may have worked, he wasn't exactly sure whether she was just too tired to complain, had calmed herself down or it had worked, he would have to test later. He turned to Trant and said ""Venak hol, she has asked for us to leave, perhaps it would give her Kost to rest on her own"". He was often so confused by Kabethari emotions, but he understood the feeling of wanting to be alone and knew that the best healing spell, for mind and body, was rest. He pulled himself up from the bed, after having checked that her cut was healing properly, and waited for Trant."
4274,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=175,2014-12-02T15:00:00,New Roman Empire,"Trant looked at the mage and then looked at her, ""only if you promise to stay in this room. You are not in a good condition to be moving around too much."" Informed Trant as he stood up put his hand on her shoulder and headed for the door. ""Do we have a deal? "" asked Trant as he motioned for the made to follow him out once he got his answer."
4275,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=200,2014-12-02T16:02:00,Val Halla,"Elianora discreetly nodded her head in acceptance. She did not want the pity if the men, isolation was what she needed. She held her head in her hands, to hide the distress she was in. Senan seemed confused by her state. Maybe this is just how the qunari people thought. Trant seened tentative to leave, was he being kind, or nosey. It did not matter, he had agreed to leave her in the peace she requested."
4276,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=200,2014-12-02T16:08:00,Krugmar,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Senan</span><br/><br/>Senan quickly left the room after gaining her answer, not waiting for the Templar. While wanting to remain on somewhat friendly terms with Trant, the motion for him to follow was perceived as an order. Senan couldn't accept an order from a Hissranite. He was prepared to accept orders from certain Kabethari, such as the Karasten-Warden, but allowing a follower of the Hissra, Maker, would shame him forever. He aimlessly began wandering the halls of the castle, trying to find where his quarters were. He really hoped that they were finished, for he was tired from his magic usage. He would however, probably need to help with the Orelsian wound, though he had trust in Kaasaras' abilities."
4277,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=200,2014-12-02T16:14:00,New Roman Empire,Trant nodded and he opened the door and left her to be alone. He would come back once dinner was being served. He knew that she would need to keep her strength and that meant bring food and she would have to eat it. But he would worry about that when the time came. He headed down the stairs and sat in one of the chairs in the Great hall.
4278,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=200,2014-12-02T17:26:00,TotallyNotEvilLand,"The Elder One. Melova didn't know anything about that, naturally, but that sounded really shady. Like, if you wanted to become some ultra-powerful villain who kicked baby horses and set orphanages on fire, you would have a name like that. Still, there was no doubt, he probably had a good bit of cash to send agents out, and with that many sovereigns. She was tempted to stick her hand in the chest and take a few, but she'd get it in time. It was time to relax. She made her way to the Great Hall. Not that it was too great. No amazing paintings or statues, and there certainly wasn't entertainment. Still, she sat down on a chair to the side and leaned back in it, glancing over to the fellow known as Trant. ""That was a fun little adventure, wasn't it?"" Melova asked, lifting her hand up in a wave."
4279,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=200,2014-12-02T17:41:00,New Roman Empire,"Trant zoned back in once melova started to talk to him, he didn't even know she had sat down near him. ""Meh, I would not like to have my body eaten by a dragon. But it was the most fun I have had for awhile. But them again I guarded a tower with Knight-Captain Cullen. Speaking of which, I wonder where he is now, probably leading templars against makes is what I believe."" Chuckled Trant as he smiled at the thought of seeing that."
4280,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=200,2014-12-02T17:43:00,Asyir,"Willhelm walked away from the group, and towards the keep. He was suspicious of this agent of the ""elder one"", but shrugged it off after seeing the chest of gold. Smiling to himself, Willhelm walked through the keep doors. He entered a large grand hall, and eventually found his way to a staircase. After climbing the stairs, Willhelm reached a corridor. There were doors lined along the hallway. Willhelm walked towards the end, and found a large oak door.<br/><br/>He opened the door, exposing a large room. Willhelm smirked, and claimed this room. He removed some of his armor, and closed the door. He went for the bed, and lied down, slowly closing his eyes."
4281,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=200,2014-12-02T17:55:00,Val Halla,"Elianora had cleaned herself of blood. The job was rather dificult. How in earth had drake's blood got underneath her toenail? She got changed into a soft, silken nightgown. She looked at herself in the mirror. Her eyes were still red from the crying. She grew hungry and so she left to find food. Trant had told her to stay in her room, but she needed to eat. She picked up her bow and arrows and snook out. She wandered around inanely, not knowing where she was going. She had not gotten to her room whilst concious, and hence had no idea on how to get out. She went from room to room, before finding a large door. Thinking this was the exit, she went through, only to find herself in the great hall."
4282,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=200,2014-12-02T18:32:00,TotallyNotEvilLand,"""Well, it'd make an impressive story to tell. I mean, if you believe in an afterlife."" She said, listening to him. ""Guarding a tower? That sounds pretty dull. I mean, towers don't tend to get into a lot of fights, do they?"" She was jesting, of course. That's where they kept mages, or so she heard. ""I'll be honest, mages are kind of a mixed bag. If they're on your side, they're awesome. With that whole fire-ball flinging and boulder-chucking and what have you. Isn't so much fun when they're flinging fire at you, though. I lost my eyebrows once because of that."" She lifted a hand up and waved it in a greeting towards Elianora. ""Hey, you. Feeling alright?"" She asked. Melova witnessed the collapse earlier and wasn't confident that she should be walking around so soon after the fact."
4283,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=200,2014-12-02T18:42:00,Val Halla,"Elianora had hoped that no-one noticed her presense, but this would not be the case. ""Ahh!"" she screeched. Anyone who hadn't noticed her before surely would have done now. This was especially a concern given that Trant was in there. ""I. I."" she stuttered. ""Igottagodosomething"" she blurted out. She tried to make a swift escape, but crashed into the same builder from earlier. This time, he was carrying hot food, which spilt all over her as she fell down. She yelped. This was not turning out as she planned. ""Bloody stupid elf!"" screamed the builder, and she fell into tears once more."
4284,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=200,2014-12-02T18:52:00,SaintB,"Arsam was glad he didn't need to expend a lot of energy to build a barrier of ice or shake the foundations of the dragon's lair and though he was a bit sore to miss the majority of the action he could be content with the fact that he contributed by providing security for their escape and doubly content that he didn't even need to break a sweat for his coin this time around. A veritable army of stone masons had arrived at the fort since their departure and had made themselves extraordinarily busy repairing the keep and had begun work on the walls already. He couldn't place his finger on it but something about this whole thing seemed off to him. Turned out that he wasn't becoming apathetic after all.<br/><br/>A man was there in the center of the courtyard a shifty looking fellow dressed in red and black robes and hiding his face behind a mask was consorting with the commander. Some thing was exchanged for a chest full of sovereigns and the man made his leave passing Arsam and heading to a couple of armed escorts waiting by the remains of the gate. As the man passed Arsam a feeling washed over him, a familiar feeling that he hadn't experienced in almost a decade that made him instinctively reach for<span style=""font-style: italic"">Cutter</span>and rest his hand on the hilt. Every instinct called for him to draw his sword and strike but he resisted and simply watched the man as he left the fort. The taint was was palatable on the man almost but not quite as if he were darkspawn and if Arsam had hackles they would have risen.<br/><br/>He strode across the courtyard to Samantha and spoke quietly so as not to be overheard, ""Commander, a word, in private if you would please?"""
4285,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=200,2014-12-02T18:54:00,New Roman Empire,"""Oh, there was plenty of fighting, but it got dull after awhile as i rarely was called to oversee the harrowing. Now as to friendly mages, it didnt matter as we are trained in disoelling mahic and draining mana. So either they hated you or liked you."" Chuckled trant. Trant shot right up once he heard the yelp, he turned to the direction it and his face frowned he stormed over to the builder and shoved him out of the way of the door. ""You, are in no position to set anything whelp leave her alone or you will be answering to me."" Trant turned to her and picked her up once more and took her back to her room. ""Well, well I was going to bring food up to you soon. But I see you managed to get out, oh well looks like I will have to watch you now until we know your good enough not to need any help."" Informed Trant."
4286,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=200,2014-12-03T06:53:00,Illan,"Kaasaras was rather content with helping others, and more so with being around these there he called his friends. It felt nice, really, not having someone want to use him for almost raw strength or magical power; or on the other end of the spectrum, want him killed.<br/><br/>He was back at the Keep now, as they all were. He found what would pass for his quarters, and looked into his backpack. There it was, safer than ever, still with a slight shining sheen to it. Even more than was in the cave. His quarters, rather small, would have to accommodate. And they did. He made, once again, a best of soft cloths and articles of clothing, this time on the dresser against the wall. It looked safe, soft, and supportive to his treasure. Hell, he cared for it now. Like the Tamassrans.....how unlike him.<br/><br/>After spending some time staring and examining the egg, he got up. Might as well take a walk, see the Keep. He got up from the soft, yet rather small bed and entered the hallway. It was around then he heard remarks of ""Bloody Stupid Elf!"". Kaasaras was concerned. He heard a cry that sounded like that kind, innocent little elf from earlier.<br/><br/>Kaasaras walked rather quickly to where he heard it. ""Hey....Elianora? You alright?"" He stated, scowling at man standing over her, of which he towered over himself."
4287,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=200,2014-12-03T08:17:00,The Armed Republic of Dutch Coolness,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Samantha Deloffre</span><br/><br/>Samantha had left Elianora's care to the others - several had already jumped to the Elf's help when she fainted, and there was no reason for her to come to her help, too, as she wasn't much good with treating the injured. When Arsam adressed her, she gave a short, and slightly annoyed, reply, saying no more than the word ""Later"". As she entered the Keep, Samantha found her quarters to be ready for use. They were relatively large, and at the center stood a large bed with soft linens and cushions. A warm bath had been prepared, leading her to wonder who had done so, and why. How had this person known they were returning..? She pulled off her gloves, and touched the water. It was still warm. Now that was odd. Well, odd would do. Elder Ones, warm baths... all were equally odd. Not that it really mattered. With a sigh of relief, she pulled off her armor, and went into the bath, cleaning the dirt, grime and blood off her body. After all, Dragon's blood, dirt, and dust from Dwarven ruins weren't exactly the cleanest of things to use as a makeup. She leaned back her head and close her eyes...<br/><br/>...before opening them again after several minutes, after hearing a man shouting something concerning the intelligence of Elves, and also something to do with blood.. She stood up, and dried herself, before pulling on a dress that had been lain ready. Elder Ones, warm baths, and dresses... Well, truly this Elder One was pleased indeed! Leaving her quarters, but seeing nothing to do with Elves or their (lack of?) intelligence, she decided that now would perhaps be a good time to talk with Arsam. Her reply to him hadn't been too nice, after all, and the man seemed concerned with something.. Closing the door, Samantha walked through the renovated Castle, looking for sorcerer."
4288,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=200,2014-12-03T10:23:00,Val Halla,"Elianora stood up. She did not know whether to be thankful for their concern, or shy away because of it. She decieded to choose a bit of both. ""Th-thanks, Trant."" This was the first time she had addresed anyone by their name. ""I- think I need to change first though"", she continued to say. ""Please let me change. I'm not hanging around with boiling, gravy covered clothes."""
4289,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=200,2014-12-03T10:37:00,Illan,"<blockquote><div><cite>Val Halla <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22662152#p22662152"">wrote</a>:</cite>Elianora stood up. She did not know whether to be thankful for their concern, or shy away because of it. She decieded to choose a bit of both. ""Th-thanks, Trant."" This was the first time she had addresed anyone by their name. ""I- think I need to change first though"", she continued to say. ""Please let me change. I'm not hanging around with boiling, gravy covered clothes.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""No thanks necessary - and my name's Kaasaras, Elianora."" Kaasaras said kindly, nodding to her. ""May I stand outside? I'd like to talk a bit after you are finished changing."" He said with a soft smile, doing a slight bow of sorts before taking his leave and waiting outside the door. He saw the builder standing to the side, still rather smug, and dragged him by the collar out with them."
4290,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=200,2014-12-03T10:53:00,Krugmar,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Senan</span><br/><br/>Senan wandered the hallways for a while, attempting to find his room or at least a room he could designate as his own. The room he found was quite large, compared to what he was used to, and appeared to be unclaimed. It was plain when he walked in, with a bed and a few other necessities. He packed away most of his belongings in the room and managed to find a pedestal on which to rest his Book on the Qun on. He closed the door and pulled off his heavy shoulder pads, unlinking the chains with great care and placing it on his bed. He ran his fingers down the scars on his back, whipping from when he had been captured by Hissranite zealots. He then felt his horns, they had been sawn off when it was discovered he was a Saarebas and he kept them this way, having to re-cut them every few months.<br/><br/>He pulled on a simple black half-cloak that covered his left shoulder, part of his back and part of his front. It had a faded red symbol of the Qunari patterned across it. He left his room and began to make his way to the Main Hall, with his spell book in hand. He was eager to research into a magic that had fascinated him for years, death."
4291,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=200,2014-12-03T11:08:00,Val Halla,"Elianora got changed once again, with the hope of nothing going wrong this time. She changed into some soft, black, hooded robes. It didn't look too much like something a cultist would wear. Cultist robes are much harder, and not made of silk. The people who handed the castle over clearly wanted it's new residents to be catered for. She left the room with Kaasaras outside. ""What, what is it that you want?"" she asked timidly. The Qunari was enormous, and she was quite small, even for an elf. The Qunari seemed friendly enough, but she was not one used to conversation."
4292,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=200,2014-12-03T11:42:00,Illan,"<blockquote><div><cite>Val Halla <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22662458#p22662458"">wrote</a>:</cite>Elianora got changed once again, with the hope of nothing going wrong this time. She changed into some soft, black, hooded robes. It didn't look too much like something a cultist would wear. Cultist robes are much harder, and not made of silk. The people who handed the castle over clearly wanted it's new residents to be catered for. She left the room with Kaasaras outside. ""What, what is it that you want?"" she asked timidly. The Qunari was enormous, and she was quite small, even for an elf. The Qunari seemed friendly enough, but she was not one used to conversation.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>As opposed to her simple hooded outfit, he wore his usual mage robes, just without the armor plating and cloak, both of which were left in his quarters alongside his prized egg. He looked down at the elf when she came out of the room, smiling a bit. ""Don't worry, Elianora. I won't bite. I may be tall, but I'm rather kind to those I mean to be too."" Kaasaras said with a smile, walking a tad bit down the corridor to where he found a spare wooden chair, sitting down in it to try and make the elf more comfortable. ""I was just rather concerned about you. You've had a hell of a day, getting injured like you did. And you look rather upset."" Kaasaras said in a kind tone unlike any other he made before. He felt a bit of sympathy for the smaller girl. ""I wanted to make sure you were alright."""
4293,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=200,2014-12-03T11:55:00,Val Halla,"<blockquote><div><cite>Illan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22662689#p22662689"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Val Halla <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22662458#p22662458"">wrote</a>:</cite>Elianora got changed once again, with the hope of nothing going wrong this time. She changed into some soft, black, hooded robes. It didn't look too much like something a cultist would wear. Cultist robes are much harder, and not made of silk. The people who handed the castle over clearly wanted it's new residents to be catered for. She left the room with Kaasaras outside. ""What, what is it that you want?"" she asked timidly. The Qunari was enormous, and she was quite small, even for an elf. The Qunari seemed friendly enough, but she was not one used to conversation.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>As opposed to her simple hooded outfit, he wore his usual mage robes, just without the armor plating and cloak, both of which were left in his quarters alongside his prized egg. He looked down at the elf when she came out of the room, smiling a bit. ""Don't worry, Elianora. I won't bite. I may be tall, but I'm rather kind to those I mean to be too."" Kaasaras said with a smile, walking a tad bit down the corridor to where he found a spare wooden chair, sitting down in it to try and make the elf more comfortable. ""I was just rather concerned about you. You've had a hell of a day, getting injured like you did. And you look rather upset."" Kaasaras said in a kind tone unlike any other he made before. He felt a bit of sympathy for the smaller girl. ""I wanted to make sure you were alright.""</div></blockquote><br/>""I'm fine"" responded Elianora. She wasn't liking the attention she had been getting. ""I- I"" she stuttered. The Qunari may have had good intentions, but she still was not pleased. ""I don't need your sympathy!"" she burst out. She almost exploded as she stormed back into her quarters, screaming out as she did. She slammed the door, hard. She may not have been strong, but she broke one of the panels on the door."
4294,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=200,2014-12-03T12:13:00,Illan,"<blockquote><div><cite>Val Halla <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22662784#p22662784"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Illan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22662689#p22662689"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>As opposed to her simple hooded outfit, he wore his usual mage robes, just without the armor plating and cloak, both of which were left in his quarters alongside his prized egg. He looked down at the elf when she came out of the room, smiling a bit. ""Don't worry, Elianora. I won't bite. I may be tall, but I'm rather kind to those I mean to be too."" Kaasaras said with a smile, walking a tad bit down the corridor to where he found a spare wooden chair, sitting down in it to try and make the elf more comfortable. ""I was just rather concerned about you. You've had a hell of a day, getting injured like you did. And you look rather upset."" Kaasaras said in a kind tone unlike any other he made before. He felt a bit of sympathy for the smaller girl. ""I wanted to make sure you were alright.""</div></blockquote><br/>""I'm fine"" responded Elianora. She wasn't liking the attention she had been getting. ""I- I"" she stuttered. The Qunari may have had good intentions, but she still was not pleased. ""I don't need your sympathy!"" she burst out. She almost exploded as she stormed back into her quarters, screaming out as she did. She slammed the door, hard. She may not have been strong, but she broke one of the panels on the door.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Wait- Elianora!"" Kaasaras found him saying a bit loudly, reaching for her as she slammed the door behind herself. Dammit. He found himself thinking to himself. Was he too....imposing? Threatening? Dammit. This is why he hated being a Qunari at times. Many who saw him immediately thought he was going to murder him or worse. In all realty, sometimes he just wanted to talk with others and make friends sometimes. ""Elianora-"" Kaasaras said, knocking on the door as lightly as possible, trying to not be imposing."
4295,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=200,2014-12-03T12:31:00,Val Halla,"<blockquote><div><cite>Illan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22662938#p22662938"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Val Halla <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22662784#p22662784"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I'm fine"" responded Elianora. She wasn't liking the attention she had been getting. ""I- I"" she stuttered. The Qunari may have had good intentions, but she still was not pleased. ""I don't need your sympathy!"" she burst out. She almost exploded as she stormed back into her quarters, screaming out as she did. She slammed the door, hard. She may not have been strong, but she broke one of the panels on the door.</div></blockquote><br/> <br/>""Wait- Elianora!"" Kaasaras found him saying a bit loudly, reaching for her as she slammed the door behind herself. Dammit. He found himself thinking to himself. Was he too....imposing? Threatening? Dammit. This is why he hated being a Qunari at times. Many who saw him immediately thought he was going to murder him or worse. In all realty, sometimes he just wanted to talk with others and make friends sometimes. ""Elianora-"" Kaasaras said, knocking on the door as lightly as possible, trying to not be imposing.</div></blockquote><br/>Elianora soon realised how stupid she had been. She opened the door, before muttering just one word to Kaasaras. ""Sorry"" she whispered barely opening her mouth, before looking up at the Qunari's face. It seemed so high up. She thought that he was probably so tall, that he had to be cautious so that he doesn't accidentally step on her. Her eyes started reddening up, and she stepped back inside and sat on her bed, not closing the door this time.""Sorry,"" she whispered again, at a level that was almost silent. Almost. Her room was not very big, it is perfectly justified to be worried that he wouldn't fit in, although it seemed he would just."
4296,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=200,2014-12-03T12:41:00,Illan,"<blockquote><div><cite>Val Halla <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22663114#p22663114"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Illan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22662938#p22662938"">wrote</a>:</cite> <br/>""Wait- Elianora!"" Kaasaras found him saying a bit loudly, reaching for her as she slammed the door behind herself. Dammit. He found himself thinking to himself. Was he too....imposing? Threatening? Dammit. This is why he hated being a Qunari at times. Many who saw him immediately thought he was going to murder him or worse. In all realty, sometimes he just wanted to talk with others and make friends sometimes. ""Elianora-"" Kaasaras said, knocking on the door as lightly as possible, trying to not be imposing.</div></blockquote><br/>Elianora soon realised how stupid she had been. She opened the door, before muttering just one word to Kaasaras. ""Sorry"" she whispered barely opening her mouth, before looking up at the Qunari's face. It seemed so high up. She thought that he was probably so tall, that he had to be cautious so that he doesn't accidentally step on her. Her eyes started reddening up, and she stepped back inside and sat on her bed, not closing the door this time.""Sorry,"" she whispered again, at a level that was almost silent. Almost. Her room was not very big, it is perfectly justified to be worried that he wouldn't fit in, although it seemed he would just.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""It's alright, I understand. I understand."" Kaasaras said with a soft tone. He learned to understand how he could be imposing to others. Qunari were naturally tall, and fairly muscled. He was even taller than the average one. Luckily, he fit just fine into the room, his horns didn't even touch te ceiling. Seeing her sit on the bed, he'd rather not look more threatening than he did to the average person, so he got down on one knee, making him slightly shorter than her at that level.<br/><br/>""I'm worried about you. I know it has been only a few days since we met, but I'm worried."""
4297,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=200,2014-12-03T13:01:00,Val Halla,"<blockquote><div><cite>Illan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22663193#p22663193"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Val Halla <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22663114#p22663114"">wrote</a>:</cite>Elianora soon realised how stupid she had been. She opened the door, before muttering just one word to Kaasaras. ""Sorry"" she whispered barely opening her mouth, before looking up at the Qunari's face. It seemed so high up. She thought that he was probably so tall, that he had to be cautious so that he doesn't accidentally step on her. Her eyes started reddening up, and she stepped back inside and sat on her bed, not closing the door this time.""Sorry,"" she whispered again, at a level that was almost silent. Almost. Her room was not very big, it is perfectly justified to be worried that he wouldn't fit in, although it seemed he would just.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""It's alright, I understand. I understand."" Kaasaras said with a soft tone. He learned to understand how he could be imposing to others. Qunari were naturally tall, and fairly muscled. He was even taller than the average one. Luckily, he fit just fine into the room, his horns didn't even touch te ceiling. Seeing her sit on the bed, he'd rather not look more threatening than he did to the average person, so he got down on one knee, making him slightly shorter than her at that level. <br/><br/>""I'm worried about you. I know it has been only a few days since we met, but I'm worried.""</div></blockquote><br/>""I appreciate your concern,but-"". She stopped mid sentence. ""Your horns-"" she said. It was approaching a question, but she decided not to ask anything. ""Why do you concern?"" she asked. ""You do not know me, yet you are concerned about my wellbeing. Why?"" She tried to say this in the least offensive manner. It was clear that Kaasaras had not been able to fully adapt his talking style to match that Fereldan, but given her lonely, isolated life, neither had Elianora. How different was Par Vollen from the rest of the world? The Chantry would teach that the Qun were just warmachines, but how would anyone know? It appeared that Kaasaras was not how the Chantry described the Qunari. She began to realize that Kaasaras may just be as isolated as she was. His parents would not be from Fereldan, at the very least. Upon thinking this she pulled up her sleeves to show Kaasaras the scars on her arm, hoping it would create some kind of balance."
4298,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=200,2014-12-03T13:17:00,Illan,"<blockquote><div><cite>Val Halla <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22663327#p22663327"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Illan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22663193#p22663193"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""It's alright, I understand. I understand."" Kaasaras said with a soft tone. He learned to understand how he could be imposing to others. Qunari were naturally tall, and fairly muscled. He was even taller than the average one. Luckily, he fit just fine into the room, his horns didn't even touch te ceiling. Seeing her sit on the bed, he'd rather not look more threatening than he did to the average person, so he got down on one knee, making him slightly shorter than her at that level. <br/><br/>""I'm worried about you. I know it has been only a few days since we met, but I'm worried.""</div></blockquote><br/>""I appreciate your concern,but-"". She stopped mid sentence. ""Your horns-"" she said. It was approaching a question, but she decided not to ask anything. ""Why do you concern?"" she asked. ""You do not know me, yet you are concerned about my wellbeing. Why?"" She tried to say this in the least offensive manner. It was clear that Kaasaras had not been able to fully adapt his talking style to match that Fereldan, but given her lonely, isolated life, neither had Elianora. How different was Par Vollen from the rest of the world? The Chantry would teach that the Qun were just warmachines, but how would anyone know? It appeared that Kaasaras was not how the Chantry described the Qunari. She began to realize that Kaasaras may just be as isolated as she was. His parents would not be from Fereldan, at the very least. Upon thinking this she pulled up her sleeves to show Kaasaras the scars on her arm, hoping it would create some kind of balance.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""I concern because, even if it was for a second, you showed me a proper kindness. And before that, you were hurt yourself. You looked troubled, you looked hurt. And you are certainly not evil. You are nothing that would not warrant kindness. And so I give kindness to you."" Kaasaras said in that soft and caring tone that he seemed to exhibit for the first time. Elianora wasn't wrong on many fronts: He<span style=""font-style: italic"">was</span>trained to be a soulless, heartless machine of killing. That was his point back in the Qun. The moment he discovered he had magical potential, he<span style=""font-style: italic"">knew</span>he would be Saarebas. And that truly terrified him.<br/><br/>Kaasaras was about to speak, but he found himself interrupting himself. ""And what about my horns-"" the Qunari said first in a jovial tone with a chuckle, but turned to a more serious and straight faced tone when she showed him: scars up her arm. He noticed what she was doing what she couldn't do with words, try to show a bit of a common ground for them.<br/><br/>The former Saarebas reached his hand slowly, about to touch the scars, but quickly withdrew it when he realized what he was doing. No, don't do that. Don't startle her. He reached for the collar of his top, and pulled it down slightly. The scars from his old Saarebas bindings were visible on his collarbone and down to his chest, just below his neck. They did have a common ground. One that needed no words to reach."
4299,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=200,2014-12-03T13:33:00,Val Halla,"<blockquote><div><cite>Illan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22663449#p22663449"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Val Halla <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22663327#p22663327"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I appreciate your concern,but-"". She stopped mid sentence. ""Your horns-"" she said. It was approaching a question, but she decided not to ask anything. ""Why do you concern?"" she asked. ""You do not know me, yet you are concerned about my wellbeing. Why?"" She tried to say this in the least offensive manner. It was clear that Kaasaras had not been able to fully adapt his talking style to match that Fereldan, but given her lonely, isolated life, neither had Elianora. How different was Par Vollen from the rest of the world? The Chantry would teach that the Qun were just warmachines, but how would anyone know? It appeared that Kaasaras was not how the Chantry described the Qunari. She began to realize that Kaasaras may just be as isolated as she was. His parents would not be from Fereldan, at the very least. Upon thinking this she pulled up her sleeves to show Kaasaras the scars on her arm, hoping it would create some kind of balance.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""I concern because, even if it was for a second, you showed me a proper kindness. And before that, you were hurt yourself. You looked troubled, you looked hurt. And you are certainly not evil. You are nothing that would not warrant kindness. And so I give kindness to you."" Kaasaras said in that soft and caring tone that he seemed to exhibit for the first time. Elianora wasn't wrong on many fronts: He <span style=""font-style: italic"">was</span> trained to be a soulless, heartless machine of killing. That was his point back in the Qun. The moment he discovered he had magical potential, he <span style=""font-style: italic"">knew</span> he would be Saarebas. And that truly terrified him.<br/><br/>Kaasaras was about to speak, but he found himself interrupting himself. ""And what about my horns-"" the Qunari said first in a jovial tone with a chuckle, but turned to a more serious and straight faced tone when she showed him: scars up her arm. He noticed what she was doing what she couldn't do with words, try to show a bit of a common ground for them. <br/><br/>The former Saarebas reached his hand slowly, about to touch the scars, but quickly withdrew it when he realized what he was doing. No, don't do that. Don't startle her. He reached for the collar of his top, and pulled it down slightly. The scars from his old Saarebas bindings were visible on his collarbone and down to his chest, just below his neck. They did have a common ground. One that needed no words to reach.</div></blockquote><br/>Elianora was pleased at Kaasaras' understanding. He was obviously one of the Qun's bound mages once, and she knew enough that they were treated worse than those in the Circle. Minutes passed, with neither of them saying a single word. Elianora wept, she had been reminded of that horrible day. She fell into the Qunari's arms. ""Thank you"" she whispered. This was the true understanding of circumstances that she had never before found. He did not yet know the reasoning of the scars, but perhaps he would at a later time. Just not know."
4300,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=225,2014-12-03T13:40:00,New Roman Empire,"Trant had been in the corner of the room, ""you see, we look after each other out here. You see we may be mercenaries, but we look after each other. Most of us have worked together at one time or another. We watch each others back, then we might all end up dead. Plus we are all brother and sisters in arms or at least that is what I consider people besides that possible blood made."" Informed Trant as he stood up from his corner and joined Kaasaras."
4301,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=225,2014-12-03T13:43:00,Illan,"<blockquote><div><cite>Val Halla <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22663634#p22663634"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Illan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22663449#p22663449"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""I concern because, even if it was for a second, you showed me a proper kindness. And before that, you were hurt yourself. You looked troubled, you looked hurt. And you are certainly not evil. You are nothing that would not warrant kindness. And so I give kindness to you."" Kaasaras said in that soft and caring tone that he seemed to exhibit for the first time. Elianora wasn't wrong on many fronts: He <span style=""font-style: italic"">was</span> trained to be a soulless, heartless machine of killing. That was his point back in the Qun. The moment he discovered he had magical potential, he <span style=""font-style: italic"">knew</span> he would be Saarebas. And that truly terrified him.<br/><br/>Kaasaras was about to speak, but he found himself interrupting himself. ""And what about my horns-"" the Qunari said first in a jovial tone with a chuckle, but turned to a more serious and straight faced tone when she showed him: scars up her arm. He noticed what she was doing what she couldn't do with words, try to show a bit of a common ground for them. <br/><br/>The former Saarebas reached his hand slowly, about to touch the scars, but quickly withdrew it when he realized what he was doing. No, don't do that. Don't startle her. He reached for the collar of his top, and pulled it down slightly. The scars from his old Saarebas bindings were visible on his collarbone and down to his chest, just below his neck. They did have a common ground. One that needed no words to reach.</div></blockquote><br/>Elianora was pleased at Kaasaras' understanding. He was obviously one of the Qun's bound mages once, and she knew enough that they were treated worse than those in the Circle. Minutes passed, with neither of them saying a single word. Elianora wept, she had been reminded of that horrible day. She fell into the Qunari's arms. ""Thank you"" she whispered. This was the true understanding of circumstances that she had never before found. He did not yet know the reasoning of the scars, but perhaps he would at a later time. Just not know.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Kaasaras did not respond in any words or verbal expressions. Just a soft embrace of which was sudden, surprising, but not unwelcome. No questions were needed. If she wanted him to know anything further, she would tell him. The Qunari could empathize with what she was conveying to him rather well. He just....held her. As softly as he held anything, his own eyes closed."
4302,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=225,2014-12-03T14:01:00,Val Halla,"<blockquote><div><cite>Illan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22663737#p22663737"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Val Halla <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22663634#p22663634"">wrote</a>:</cite>Elianora was pleased at Kaasaras' understanding. He was obviously one of the Qun's bound mages once, and she knew enough that they were treated worse than those in the Circle. Minutes passed, with neither of them saying a single word. Elianora wept, she had been reminded of that horrible day. She fell into the Qunari's arms. ""Thank you"" she whispered. This was the true understanding of circumstances that she had never before found. He did not yet know the reasoning of the scars, but perhaps he would at a later time. Just not know.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Kaasaras did not respond in any words or verbal expressions. Just a soft embrace of which was sudden, surprising, but not unwelcome. No questions were needed. If she wanted him to know anything further, she would tell him. The Qunari could empathize with what she was conveying to him rather well. He just....held her. As softly as he held anything, his own eyes closed.</div></blockquote><br/>Elianora slowly released from Kaasaras. She was smiling as tears streamed down her face. She picked up her bow and arrow from the corner. ""Follow me, if it pleases you,"" she said to him. She grinned at him. ""Let's go exploring!"" she excitedly aimed at him, pulling him by the arm like a young girl at a sweet shop. She may have found someone she could seek solace in, and this pleased her to no end. ""Come on! Let's go!"" She had found a friend, something she has not had for 15 years. She had forgotten the feeling, and she wanted the Qunari to stay close."
4303,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=225,2014-12-03T14:08:00,Illan,"<blockquote><div><cite>Val Halla <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22663953#p22663953"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Illan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22663737#p22663737"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Kaasaras did not respond in any words or verbal expressions. Just a soft embrace of which was sudden, surprising, but not unwelcome. No questions were needed. If she wanted him to know anything further, she would tell him. The Qunari could empathize with what she was conveying to him rather well. He just....held her. As softly as he held anything, his own eyes closed.</div></blockquote><br/>Elianora slowly released from Kaasaras. She was smiling as tears streamed down her face. She picked up her bow and arrow from the corner. ""Follow me, if it pleases you,"" she said to him. She grinned at him. ""Let's go exploring!"" she excitedly aimed at him, pulling him by the arm like a young girl at a sweet shop. She may have found someone she could seek solace in, and this pleased her to no end. ""Come on! Let's go!"" She had found a friend, something she has not had for 15 years. She had forgotten the feeling, and she wanted the Qunari to stay close.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Oh, well, alright, let us go."" Kaasaras said with a light laugh. The mood change from such a moment to her being so giddy and happy was....comforting. It gave him the same happiness that she had. She seemed to truly enjoy him being around her. ""I'll talk to you later, Trant."" The Qunari said with a continued smile, somehow being pulled by the girl around two-thirds his height. Well, it's not like he was objecting in the very slightest. Elianora showed him kindness that he did not expect as well, he would go wherever she asked right now."
4304,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=225,2014-12-03T14:59:00,Krugmar,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Senan</span><br/><br/>Senan was sat in the main hall on his own, reading into his spell book. He had become particularly taken with a part of the Spirit school which had been named the Discipline of Death. Senan had always been fascinated in healing and life, which had helped his studies and mastery over healing. Now it seemed he had begun forays into the opposite Discipline, though it was just as fascinating to him. He turned the page and found a basic spell, perhaps something he could learn in a quick time.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">M</span>any fear the rising of the dead, believing this always to be the work of a blood mage summoning demons. This is entirely false, it is uncommon for Blood mages to bother summoning demons into corpses and uncommon for demons to allow themselves to be bound to corpses. Demon-corpses only happen when a demon is desperate to enter our world and seeks the closest thing it can possess. No, the legal and chantry approved way of what the common folk call ""Necromancy"" and what we prefer to call the Discipline of Death is very safe, quick and not a dark art. This first spell that I shall show you is considered quite basic, though it can be modified later for better results, I shall discuss these options later. The goal of this spell is to summon from the fade a Wisp, a weak being that is not a malicious demon or benevolent spirit. This wisp is then implanted into the corpse that you wish to raise after you bind it to your service, the wisp is so weak it is unlikely that it will resist. The wisp will then possess the corpse and since it is bound to you it will obey your orders. The basic incantation for this spell...ashar....then you must....whereas a willow wisp would... (The text is burnt and ruined in places, the rest is unreadable)<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">- An inquiry to the ""Dark Arts"": The Discipline of Death and its proper usage as approved by the Circle, By Senior Enchanter Ignacius Revardo</span></blockquote><br/><br/>Senan's spell book was incomplete, most of it was a copy of his old mentors book and that itself was simply certain spells and texts from other more complete spellbooks. He would need to update it, and find a spellbook devoted to the Discipline of Death. He would need to sate his knowledge in this new field."
4305,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=225,2014-12-03T15:28:00,Val Halla,"<blockquote><div><cite>Illan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22664031#p22664031"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Val Halla <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22663953#p22663953"">wrote</a>:</cite>Elianora slowly released from Kaasaras. She was smiling as tears streamed down her face. She picked up her bow and arrow from the corner. ""Follow me, if it pleases you,"" she said to him. She grinned at him. ""Let's go exploring!"" she excitedly aimed at him, pulling him by the arm like a young girl at a sweet shop. She may have found someone she could seek solace in, and this pleased her to no end. ""Come on! Let's go!"" She had found a friend, something she has not had for 15 years. She had forgotten the feeling, and she wanted the Qunari to stay close.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Oh, well, alright, let us go."" Kaasaras said with a light laugh. The mood change from such a moment to her being so giddy and happy was....comforting. It gave him the same happiness that she had. She seemed to truly enjoy him being around her. ""I'll talk to you later, Trant."" The Qunari said with a continued smile, somehow being pulled by the girl around two-thirds his height. Well, it's not like he was objecting in the very slightest. Elianora showed him kindness that he did not expect as well, he would go wherever she asked right now.</div></blockquote><br/>Elianora still had no idea where she was going. She lead Kaasaras around from room to room. ""No! This is the kitchen!"" she shouted as she burst through one of the doors. ""Y'know, for a big, strong Qunari, you sure are easy to drag around,"" she grinned. Eventually, they found their way outside. Elianora found a pillar to stand on so that she was at level height with him. She playfully started throwing a number of berries at him that she found from a nearby tree. ""Race you to the top of the keep!"" she giggled at Kaasaras, jumping around like a young child."
4306,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=225,2014-12-03T15:30:00,SaintB,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Armed Republic of Dutch coolness <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22661451#p22661451"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Samantha Deloffre</span><br/><br/>Samantha had left Elianora's care to the others - several had already jumped to the Elf's help when she fainted, and there was no reason for her to come to her help, too, as she wasn't much good with treating the injured. When Arsam adressed her, she gave a short, and slightly annoyed, reply, saying no more than the word ""Later"". As she entered the Keep, Samantha found her quarters to be ready for use. They were relatively large, and at the center stood a large bed with soft linens and cushions. A warm bath had been prepared, leading her to wonder who had done so, and why. How had this person known they were returning..? She pulled off her gloves, and touched the water. It was still warm. Now that was odd. Well, odd would do. Elder Ones, warm baths... all were equally odd. Not that it really mattered. With a sigh of relief, she pulled off her armor, and went into the bath, cleaning the dirt, grime and blood off her body. After all, Dragon's blood, dirt, and dust from Dwarven ruins weren't exactly the cleanest of things to use as a makeup. She leaned back her head and close her eyes...<br/><br/>...before opening them again after several minutes, after hearing a man shouting something concerning the intelligence of Elves, and also something to do with blood.. She stood up, and dried herself, before pulling on a dress that had been lain ready. Elder Ones, warm baths, and dresses... Well, truly this Elder One was pleased indeed! Leaving her quarters, but seeing nothing to do with Elves or their (lack of?) intelligence, she decided that now would perhaps be a good time to talk with Arsam. Her reply to him hadn't been too nice, after all, and the man seemed concerned with something.. Closing the door, Samantha walked through the renovated Castle, looking for sorcerer.</div></blockquote><br/>The blade oil was caustic and gave off nasty smelling fumes but it acted as a polish and cleaned off any bodily fluids or corrosion on the blade while keeping the valuable alloy it was made from intact. Though he hadn't used the blade to cut anything recently he made sure to clean<span style=""font-style: italic"">Cutter</span>at least once a week - it was part of his routine and a routine was important to help him keep his sharp mental focus needed to use his magic properly. The recipe for the blade oil was another one of the gifts left in his head by the ancient spirit that he freed in his youth, over the years since he began to explore what knowledge he was imparted he had learned that he had been taught more than just the secret of Arcane Warriors but also some tricks of the trade if you could call them that.<br/><br/>Arsam saw the commander step back into the hall of the keep, she had bathed and was wearing a dress, an unusual accoutrement for a Grey Warden. He realized he had stopped cleaning the sword to gawk at her and looked away to continue his task. He had tried to bring up his grievance about their latest client nearly an hour ago and she had rebuffed him quite rudely. Maybe, being a warden, she could sense what he sensed and already knew about them and was angry because circumstances forced her to take the contract? He didn't know but he wasn't going to try to breech the subject again yet unless asked."
4307,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=225,2014-12-03T16:16:00,Krugmar,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Senan</span><br/><br/>Senan continued reading his book, he had not realised that his mentor had made so many notes on the Discipline of Death. Senan cared not if the author was an approved Circle Mage, Apostate or one of what the others called Blood Mages, all he cared about was the knowledge that they were offering.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">T</span>here is such power in the Discipline of Death, while not as destructive as the Primordial Disciplines, nor as beloved as the Healing Discipline, it is one of the most truly feared disciplines behind that of blood magic. The common folk tremble at the thought of facing an undead creature, even if it is in complete shambles powered only by a lesser wisp. What I wish to have you learn now, however, is a spell that is considered repulsive yet effective. It is often called the Walking Bomb for a very good reason. The caster imbues the opponent with a sickly energy, this causes them to begin filling up with this energy and bloats them. Eventually their body will give way and they will completely explode. This is very effective at demoralising enemies, I have found it particularly good at scaring Templars when they come after me. I shall explain more about the Virulent walking bomb later. The secret to casting this spell is.... (The tome goes into great detail about incantations, stances and teaches Senan how to cast this basic spell. The tome never talks about Virulent Walking Bomb, it seems the author stopped mid-sentence, perhaps caught by the Templars?)<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">- How to escape and repel Templars by Apostate Mage Zaffar Wilkis</span></blockquote><br/><br/>Senan was fascinated, he understood how to cast the spell but would need to wait for a test subject to properly try it out. He continued reading his spell book.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">T</span>he Discipline of Death is powerful indeed, from the School of Spirit. It allows the wielder to control vast hordes of corpses when powerful enough and this is often presented as true power. However, I must disagree, for wisps are not powerful enough to create a true corpse. The secret to success is not through wisps, but through consorting with Demons. Demons are the natural step forward for power, they are easily bound to corpses and powerful mages such as myself can bind them with blood magic. For you see it is blood magic that is the true key to death, without it you are much weaker. Without it, the spell Animate a Death Horde is far less powerful. I shall explain to you how to enhance yourself with blood magic, first you... (The rest is missing, likely intentionally taken out by Senans old mentor)<br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><br/>True power, my quest for understanding and control over the fade and its denizens by Maleficar Exerius Tallous</span></blockquote><br/><br/>Senan knew that name, he had encountered a strange creature which had called itself that. It seemed that Exerius' consorting with Demons had caused him to be possessed. Clearly this blood magic was not powerful and would not help keep a mage safe from demonic possession. Senan knew never to trust demons, he had visited the fade many times with his mentor and knew that only the more benevolent spirits could be trusted and only then to a certain degree. With the proper training, rituals and ritual-area, a spirit healer could bind one of these spirits to themselves and protect against demonic possession. Senan however, lacked all of these things though he would find out eventually. Senan carried on his reading, oblivious to the world around him."
4308,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=225,2014-12-03T16:36:00,Illan,"<blockquote><div><cite>Val Halla <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22664860#p22664860"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Illan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22664031#p22664031"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""Oh, well, alright, let us go."" Kaasaras said with a light laugh. The mood change from such a moment to her being so giddy and happy was....comforting. It gave him the same happiness that she had. She seemed to truly enjoy him being around her. ""I'll talk to you later, Trant."" The Qunari said with a continued smile, somehow being pulled by the girl around two-thirds his height. Well, it's not like he was objecting in the very slightest. Elianora showed him kindness that he did not expect as well, he would go wherever she asked right now.</div></blockquote><br/>Elianora still had no idea where she was going. She lead Kaasaras around from room to room. ""No! This is the kitchen!"" she shouted as she burst through one of the doors. ""Y'know, for a big, strong Qunari, you sure are easy to drag around,"" she grinned. Eventually, they found their way outside. Elianora found a pillar to stand on so that she was at level height with him. She playfully started throwing a number of berries at him that she found from a nearby tree. ""Race you to the top of the keep!"" she giggled at Kaasaras, jumping around like a young child.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Kaasaras was smiling incessantly as he was dragged along, although he went entirely of free will, with the small elf on her adventures. She seemed so playful and lively, almost like a spell came over her in the recent minutes. In a span of a few moments, he bursted through kitchen doors, stared at the ebony haired elf woman in her eyes while she was standing on a pillar, and heard a remark about him being dragged around. ""Well, maybe I'm being dragged around because I want to be. This is rather fun, you should know."" Kaasaras said with a wide smile, flinching a bit at a berry that hit his cheek. He only smiled wider now, the red of the berry only popping against the hard red skin of his Vitaar it made contact with. It was like face paint, yes, but Vitaars could make a Qunari's skin as hard as stone. Something of the materials in it caused it, it was like a poison to all other races, however.<br/><br/>""A race? I am not very fast, I am afraid."" Kaasaras said, looking around himself. He managed to clean his armor off slightly earlier while in his quarters, and what robes he wore only looked a tad bit dusty and dirty. ""But I accept the challenge regardless - what are the stakes?"""
4309,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=225,2014-12-03T16:43:00,Val Halla,"<blockquote><div><cite>Illan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22665686#p22665686"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Val Halla <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22664860#p22664860"">wrote</a>:</cite>Elianora still had no idea where she was going. She lead Kaasaras around from room to room. ""No! This is the kitchen!"" she shouted as she burst through one of the doors. ""Y'know, for a big, strong Qunari, you sure are easy to drag around,"" she grinned. Eventually, they found their way outside. Elianora found a pillar to stand on so that she was at level height with him. She playfully started throwing a number of berries at him that she found from a nearby tree. ""Race you to the top of the keep!"" she giggled at Kaasaras, jumping around like a young child.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Kaasaras was smiling incessantly as he was dragged along, although he went entirely of free will, with the small elf on her adventures. She seemed so playful and lively, almost like a spell came over her in the recent minutes. In a span of a few moments, he bursted through kitchen doors, stared at the ebony haired elf woman in her eyes while she was standing on a pillar, and heard a remark about him being dragged around. ""Well, maybe I'm being dragged around because I want to be. This is rather fun, you should know."" Kaasaras said with a wide smile, flinching a bit at a berry that hit his cheek. He only smiled wider now, the red of the berry only popping against the hard red skin of his Vitaar it made contact with. It was like face paint, yes, but Vitaars could make a Qunari's skin as hard as stone. Something of the materials in it caused it, it was like a poison to all other races, however.<br/><br/>""A race? I am not very fast, I am afraid."" Kaasaras said, looking around himself. He managed to clean his armor off slightly earlier while in his quarters, and what robes he wore only looked a tad bit dusty and dirty. ""But I accept the challenge regardless - what are the stakes?""</div></blockquote><br/>""You buy me wine if you lose. You buy me wine if you win, because I'll pull a frowny face!"" She had quickly become friends with the Qunari, and thought she could tease him, no questions asked. She stuck her tongue out at Kaasaras, threw a handful of berries at him, and declared the race to have started. She only hoped not to bump into that angry builder again."
4310,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=225,2014-12-03T16:55:00,Illan,"<blockquote><div><cite>Val Halla <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22665762#p22665762"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Illan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22665686#p22665686"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Kaasaras was smiling incessantly as he was dragged along, although he went entirely of free will, with the small elf on her adventures. She seemed so playful and lively, almost like a spell came over her in the recent minutes. In a span of a few moments, he bursted through kitchen doors, stared at the ebony haired elf woman in her eyes while she was standing on a pillar, and heard a remark about him being dragged around. ""Well, maybe I'm being dragged around because I want to be. This is rather fun, you should know."" Kaasaras said with a wide smile, flinching a bit at a berry that hit his cheek. He only smiled wider now, the red of the berry only popping against the hard red skin of his Vitaar it made contact with. It was like face paint, yes, but Vitaars could make a Qunari's skin as hard as stone. Something of the materials in it caused it, it was like a poison to all other races, however.<br/><br/>""A race? I am not very fast, I am afraid."" Kaasaras said, looking around himself. He managed to clean his armor off slightly earlier while in his quarters, and what robes he wore only looked a tad bit dusty and dirty. ""But I accept the challenge regardless - what are the stakes?""</div></blockquote><br/>""You buy me wine if you lose. You buy me wine if you win, because I'll pull a frowny face!"" She had quickly become friends with the Qunari, and thought she could tease him, no questions asked. She stuck her tongue out at Kaasaras, threw a handful of berries at him, and declared the race to have started. She only hoped not to bump into that angry builder again.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Hell, I'll buy you wine even if we don't race."" Kaasaras said with a chuckle, before finding himself graced with a tongue pointed at him and a face full of berries. ""That's got to be cheating!"" The Qunari yelled playfully, racing behind her through the grassy courtyard. Declaration of race starting, definitely received. A handful of berries was quite the delivery of such a declaration. Regardless of how fast he could go, he simply trailed behind her a tad bit. She was much more agile and lithe than he, and part of him wanted her to win. Maybe if a dragon were chasing them, he'd be more driven to win.<br/><br/>No, no he wouldn't."
4311,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=225,2014-12-03T17:10:00,Val Halla,"<blockquote><div><cite>Illan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22665899#p22665899"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Val Halla <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22665762#p22665762"">wrote</a>:</cite>""You buy me wine if you lose. You buy me wine if you win, because I'll pull a frowny face!"" She had quickly become friends with the Qunari, and thought she could tease him, no questions asked. She stuck her tongue out at Kaasaras, threw a handful of berries at him, and declared the race to have started. She only hoped not to bump into that angry builder again.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Hell, I'll buy you wine if we don't race."" Kaasaras said with a chuckle, before finding himself graced with a tongue pointed at him and a face full of berries. ""That's got to be cheating!"" The Qunari yelled playfully, racing behind her through the grassy courtyard. Declaration of race starting, definitely received. A handful of berries was quite the delivery of such a declaration. Regardless of how fast he could go, he simply trailed behind her a tad bit. She was much more agile and lithe than he, and part of him wanted her to win. Maybe if a dragon were chasing them, he'd be more driven to win.<br/><br/>No, no he wouldn't.</div></blockquote><br/>The Qunari was clearly no slouch, but could not hope to keep up with Elianora. Whilst running through the courtyard, Eli saw the builder again. ""Oi you bloody elf"" he shouted at her, and as she ran passed, she punched him, sending him falling into Kaasaras' path. Whilst looking back and laughing at the builder, Elianora's shoe fell off, causing her to trip over and expose more of her burn marks. She didn't care though, and she continued to race through the courtyard, before declaring the race over. ""You owe me some wine"" she smirked sarcastically at Kaasaras, whilst looking round for her shoe."
4312,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=225,2014-12-03T17:15:00,Illan,"<blockquote><div><cite>Val Halla <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22666099#p22666099"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Illan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22665899#p22665899"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""Hell, I'll buy you wine if we don't race."" Kaasaras said with a chuckle, before finding himself graced with a tongue pointed at him and a face full of berries. ""That's got to be cheating!"" The Qunari yelled playfully, racing behind her through the grassy courtyard. Declaration of race starting, definitely received. A handful of berries was quite the delivery of such a declaration. Regardless of how fast he could go, he simply trailed behind her a tad bit. She was much more agile and lithe than he, and part of him wanted her to win. Maybe if a dragon were chasing them, he'd be more driven to win.<br/><br/>No, no he wouldn't.</div></blockquote><br/>The Qunari was clearly no slouch, but could not hope to keep up with Elianora. Whilst running through the courtyard, Eli saw the builder again. ""Oi you bloody elf"" he shouted at her, and as she ran passed, she punched him, sending him falling into Kaasaras' path. Whilst looking back and laughing at the builder, Elianora's shoe fell off, causing her to trip over and expose more of her burn marks. She didn't care though, and she continued to race through the courtyard, before declaring the race over. ""You owe me some wine"" she smirked sarcastically at Kaasaras, whilst looking round for her shoe.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""How about two? You did win, and I'm no sore loser."" Kaasaras said with a not at all upset tone, one hand folded behind his back, very covertly holding a certain shoe. He tried, yes, but even on his best day he couldn't out speed the Elven woman. Elianora's smirk made him mirror the same emotion in reply, but for a different reason. ""Damn good punch on that asshole, too. He had it coming."" The tall horned and grey man said, before smirking widely.<br/><br/>""Hey, looking for something?"""
4313,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=225,2014-12-03T17:18:00,TotallyNotEvilLand,"... Geez, that was kind of awkward. One minute she was talking to someone, the next everybody seemed to have left. Maybe she should've gone into spying. She was so unnoticable that she could probably just waltz right into a castle, grab some royal documents, and walk out without being accosted. Perfect.<br/><br/>In the meantime, it seemed dinner wasn't coming for a while. Might as well wander aimlessly around the keep until there was. She stepped out of her seat and left it sticking out, not bothering to push it back in as she wandered into the courtyard, catching the end of a race between a Qunari and an elf. And the elf just punched somebody. She wasn't aware of the context of that but someone getting punched was always hilarious, and she muffled a snicker. ""Remind me never to give you a reason to punch me. I think you might've knocked out a tooth."" Melova complimented, approaching steadily, stopping a few feet away."
4314,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=225,2014-12-03T17:27:00,Val Halla,"""I- um- I"". Elianora panicked as the woman approached. The courtyard probably wasn't the best place to be if you are trying to avoid people. ""Why would I punch you?"" she asked, feeling mildly offended by the woman's statement. She looked towards Kaasaras, indicating that she needed help with the situation. The Qunari, she could relate to, but this woman was a complete stranger. She placed her foot behind her, in attempt to hide her scars."
4315,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=225,2014-12-03T17:29:00,New Roman Empire,"Trant stumbled on the group that had gathered and were talking about wine. ""Hey melova, sorry for leaving you. But I had to make sure she got back to her room, screw this I could use a drink, wine on me everyone! "" chuckled Trant as he headed for the makeshift tavern that was built in a small building in the courtyard. It was decent for a makeshift tavern and he sat down waiting for the others to Come and join him."
4316,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=225,2014-12-03T17:32:00,Illan,"<blockquote><div><cite>Val Halla <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22666335#p22666335"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I- um- I"". Elianora panicked as the woman approached. The courtyard probably wasn't the best place to be if you are trying to avoid people. ""Why would I punch you?"" she asked, feeling mildly offended by the woman's statement. She looked towards Kaasaras, indicating that she needed help with the situation. The Qunari, she could relate to, but this woman was a complete stranger. She placed her foot behind her, in attempt to hide her scars.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Kaasaras noticed Elianora, his newfound and appreciated friend go back to that state. He did his finest to intervene and help here, as he hoped would be effective. ""Hey, Melova, was a rather nice punch, eh?"" Kaasaras said with a chuckle, before clearing his throat in an attempt to break his tone. ""I need to take Elianora to find her shoe, so.....if you could excuse me. She lost it in that race we just had. I'm sure you just saw it. The race that is, not the shoe."" The Qunari said in a hearty chuckle, in his all friendly tone with the two."
4317,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=225,2014-12-03T17:44:00,Val Halla,"<blockquote><div><cite>Illan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22666400#p22666400"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Val Halla <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22666335#p22666335"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I- um- I"". Elianora panicked as the woman approached. The courtyard probably wasn't the best place to be if you are trying to avoid people. ""Why would I punch you?"" she asked, feeling mildly offended by the woman's statement. She looked towards Kaasaras, indicating that she needed help with the situation. The Qunari, she could relate to, but this woman was a complete stranger. She placed her foot behind her, in attempt to hide her scars.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Kaasaras noticed Elianora, his newfound and appreciated friend go back to that state. He did his finest to intervene and help here, as he hoped would be effective. ""Hey, Melova, was a rather nice punch, eh?"" Kaasaras said with a chuckle, before clearing his throat in an attempt to break his tone. ""I need to take Elianora to find her shoe, so.....if you could excuse me. She lost it in that race we just had. I'm sure you just saw it. The race that is, not the shoe."" The Qunari said in a hearty chuckle, in his all friendly tone with the two.</div></blockquote><br/>Eli followed Kaasaras away from the main group. ""Thank you"" she said to him. Her lip was slightly bleeding from how hard she was biting it, in an attempt not to scream. She did not notice this however, she was more concerned about her lost shoe. She looked down at the builder, cursing at him as she went passed. ""You are still buying me wine. Don't think you can use that to get away with it"" she teased. ""Call me Eli"". This was the first time she said she could be safely given s nick name, and was an important way for her to bond with him."
4318,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=225,2014-12-03T17:56:00,Illan,"<blockquote><div><cite>Val Halla <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22666579#p22666579"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Illan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22666400#p22666400"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Kaasaras noticed Elianora, his newfound and appreciated friend go back to that state. He did his finest to intervene and help here, as he hoped would be effective. ""Hey, Melova, was a rather nice punch, eh?"" Kaasaras said with a chuckle, before clearing his throat in an attempt to break his tone. ""I need to take Elianora to find her shoe, so.....if you could excuse me. She lost it in that race we just had. I'm sure you just saw it. The race that is, not the shoe."" The Qunari said in a hearty chuckle, in his all friendly tone with the two.</div></blockquote><br/>Eli followed Kaasaras away from the main group. ""Thank you"" she said to him. Her lip was slightly bleeding from how hard she was biting it, in an attempt not to scream. She did not notice this however, she was more concerned about her lost shoe. She looked down at the builder, cursing at him as she went passed. ""You are still buying me wine. Don't think you can use that to get away with it"" she teased. ""Call me Eli"". This was the first time she said she could be safely given s nick name, and was an important way for her to bond with him.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Of course, no thanks necessary."" Kaasaras said in reply to the smaller woman, looking down at the slightly bloodied lip. She seemed alright now that she was away from the others, especially as she got her revenge on that builder as she gave same quiet insults. Kaasaras still gave a sly smirk, as he still held the shoe behind his back.<br/><br/>""And of course I'm buying wine, I had no intention to get away from it. Especially in this case; I'm rather enjoying our time."" The Qunari said admittedly, but with a truthful smile. ""And I like 'Elianora', it's a very beautiful name. It implies elegance, but maybe an overtone of danger. Or perhaps I'm really just over thinking it."" He said with another quiet chuckle."
4319,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=225,2014-12-03T18:05:00,Val Halla,"<blockquote><div><cite>Illan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22666788#p22666788"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Val Halla <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22666579#p22666579"">wrote</a>:</cite>Eli followed Kaasaras away from the main group. ""Thank you"" she said to him. Her lip was slightly bleeding from how hard she was biting it, in an attempt not to scream. She did not notice this however, she was more concerned about her lost shoe. She looked down at the builder, cursing at him as she went passed. ""You are still buying me wine. Don't think you can use that to get away with it"" she teased. ""Call me Eli"". This was the first time she said she could be safely given s nick name, and was an important way for her to bond with him.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Of course, no thanks necessary."" Kaasaras said in reply to the smaller woman, looking down at the slightly bloodied lip. She seemed alright now that she was away from the others, especially as she got her revenge on that builder as she gave same quiet insults. Kaasaras still gave a sly smirk, as he still held the shoe behind his back. <br/><br/>""And of course I'm buying wine, I had no intention to get away from it. Especially in this case; I'm rather enjoying our time."" The Qunari said admittedly, but with a truthful smile. ""And I like Elianora, it's a very beautiful name. It implies elegance, but maybe an overtone of danger. Or perhaps I'm really just over thinking it."" He said with another quiet chuckle.</div></blockquote><br/>""I'm thinking the latter. Names are names, not something you can change"" laughed Elianora. Kaasaras was a good man. ""You better get me wine. And the fine Orlesian stuff as well. If not I'll beat you up!"" Elianora punched the air to demonstrate this. ""Where is my damned shoe?"" dhe whined. She had still not noticed the blood running out of her lip. She was too engrossed in conversation to realise."
4320,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=225,2014-12-03T18:12:00,Illan,"<blockquote><div><cite>Val Halla <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22666934#p22666934"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Illan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22666788#p22666788"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""Of course, no thanks necessary."" Kaasaras said in reply to the smaller woman, looking down at the slightly bloodied lip. She seemed alright now that she was away from the others, especially as she got her revenge on that builder as she gave same quiet insults. Kaasaras still gave a sly smirk, as he still held the shoe behind his back. <br/><br/>""And of course I'm buying wine, I had no intention to get away from it. Especially in this case; I'm rather enjoying our time."" The Qunari said admittedly, but with a truthful smile. ""And I like Elianora, it's a very beautiful name. It implies elegance, but maybe an overtone of danger. Or perhaps I'm really just over thinking it."" He said with another quiet chuckle.</div></blockquote><br/>""I'm thinking the latter. Names are names, not something you can change"" laughed Elianora. Kaasaras was a good man. ""You better get me wine. And the fine Orlesian stuff as well. If not I'll beat you up!"" Elianora punched the air to demonstrate this. ""Where is my damned shoe?"" dhe whined. She had still not noticed the blood running out of her lip. She was too engrossed in conversation to realise.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Oh, fine. Eli it is, then."" Kaarasas said with a fake pout. ""And the Orlesian wine it is, then. I'd hate to suffer your wrath like that poor soul back there."" He chuckled out, slowly moving the shoe into sight and holding it rather high up to play around with her. ""Oh, you mean<span style=""font-style: italic"">this</span>shoe? I didn't know this was yours."" Kaasaras said with a grin, looking down at the Elven woman's face. He grew more concerned about that bloodied lip."
4321,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=225,2014-12-03T18:22:00,TotallyNotEvilLand,"<blockquote><div><cite>Val Halla <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22666335#p22666335"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I- um- I"". Elianora panicked as the woman approached. The courtyard probably wasn't the best place to be if you are trying to avoid people. ""Why would I punch you?"" she asked, feeling mildly offended by the woman's statement. She looked towards Kaasaras, indicating that she needed help with the situation. The Qunari, she could relate to, but this woman was a complete stranger. She placed her foot behind her, in attempt to hide her scars.</div></blockquote><br/>""... If I gave you a reason to. Like, if I stole your sweet roll or something."" She said, noticing the attempt to hide her foot but not saying much about it. ""Because I'd rather not get punched in the face as hard as you hit that guy."" Melova felt kind of terrible explaining the joke, but hey, what can you do? She looked over to Trant, who seemed to have appeared out of nowhere. ""Nah, it's fine. Do what you have to do."" She said, intending to take up his offer of free wine in just a moment after. ""Oh. Good luck with the shoe, then."" Melova lifted her hand in a casual wave before making her way off to the makeshift tavern, flopping down in the coziest looking seat. ""So, about that wine?"""
4322,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=225,2014-12-03T18:30:00,Val Halla,"<blockquote><div><cite>Illan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22667064#p22667064"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Val Halla <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22666934#p22666934"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I'm thinking the latter. Names are names, not something you can change"" laughed Elianora. Kaasaras was a good man. ""You better get me wine. And the fine Orlesian stuff as well. If not I'll beat you up!"" Elianora punched the air to demonstrate this. ""Where is my damned shoe?"" dhe whined. She had still not noticed the blood running out of her lip. She was too engrossed in conversation to realise.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Oh, fine. Eli it is, then."" Kaarasas said with a fake pout. ""And the Orlesian wine it is, then. I'd hate to suffer your wrath like that poor soul back there."" He chuckled out, slowly moving the shoe into sight and holding it rather high up to play around with her. ""Oh, you mean <span style=""font-style: italic"">this</span> shoe? I didn't know this was yours."" Kaasaras said with a grin, looking down at the Elven woman's face. He grew more concerned about that bloodied lip.</div></blockquote><br/>Elianora pouted at Kaasaras as he gave her back her shoe. Strangely, she didn't put it back on. ""You are such a meanie, I should beat you up."" Elianora quickly threw a lump of berries at Kaasaras. ""Muahahaha"" she laughed maniacly, whilst sticking her tongue out again. She rushed off, then quickly returned with a flower in her hand. ""Here"" she said, forcing it into the Qunari's hand."
4323,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=225,2014-12-03T18:37:00,Illan,"<blockquote><div><cite>Val Halla <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22667372#p22667372"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Illan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22667064#p22667064"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""Oh, fine. Eli it is, then."" Kaarasas said with a fake pout. ""And the Orlesian wine it is, then. I'd hate to suffer your wrath like that poor soul back there."" He chuckled out, slowly moving the shoe into sight and holding it rather high up to play around with her. ""Oh, you mean <span style=""font-style: italic"">this</span> shoe? I didn't know this was yours."" Kaasaras said with a grin, looking down at the Elven woman's face. He grew more concerned about that bloodied lip.</div></blockquote><br/>Elianora pouted at Kaasaras as he gave her back her shoe. Strangely, she didn't put it back on. ""You are such a meanie, I should beat you up."" Elianora quickly threw a lump of berries at Kaasaras. ""Muahahaha"" she laughed maniacly, whilst sticking her tongue out again. She rushed off, then quickly returned with a flower in her hand. ""Here"" she said, forcing it into the Qunari's hand.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""A flower? Now you're just doing it wrong, I should be the one giving you flowers."" Kaasaras said with a smile, mostly at his little shenanigan with the shoe and the resulting barrage of berries he endured from it. Nevertheless, he gently took the flower, smiling as he examined it. ""Hey, look here..."" The Qunari said with a smile, as he reached into a pocket, pulling out a familiar vial of poison. ""You gave this to me back in that cave, remember? You never did explain why."" He said with a smile, nudging her with an elbow playfully as he walked into the tavern with her."
4324,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=225,2014-12-03T18:45:00,New Roman Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>TotallyNotEvilLand <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22667238#p22667238"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Val Halla <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22666335#p22666335"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I- um- I"". Elianora panicked as the woman approached. The courtyard probably wasn't the best place to be if you are trying to avoid people. ""Why would I punch you?"" she asked, feeling mildly offended by the woman's statement. She looked towards Kaasaras, indicating that she needed help with the situation. The Qunari, she could relate to, but this woman was a complete stranger. She placed her foot behind her, in attempt to hide her scars.</div></blockquote><br/>""... If I gave you a reason to. Like, if I stole your sweet roll or something."" She said, noticing the attempt to hide her foot but not saying much about it. ""Because I'd rather not get punched in the face as hard as you hit that guy."" Melova felt kind of terrible explaining the joke, but hey, what can you do? She looked over to Trant, who seemed to have appeared out of nowhere. ""Nah, it's fine. Do what you have to do."" She said, intending to take up his offer of free wine in just a moment after. ""Oh. Good luck with the shoe, then."" Melova lifted her hand in a casual wave before making her way off to the makeshift tavern, flopping down in the coziest looking seat. ""So, about that wine?""</div></blockquote><br/>Trant whistled and the bartender slid two glasses and a bottle to him. He opened the bottle and then poured some into the glasses ad replied, ""there is the free wine."" Chuckled trant as he heald his up for a toast then he spoke, ""To us bastards the shattered blades!"" Trant then waited for Melova to join him in Yvette toast before drinking it. He knew that there was going to be plenty of bottles where that first one came from. It was gojng to be fun while he could remember it, a smile crept onto his face as he saw all the bottles of spirits in the tavern."
4325,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=250,2014-12-03T18:45:00,Val Halla,"<blockquote><div><cite>Illan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22667492#p22667492"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Val Halla <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22667372#p22667372"">wrote</a>:</cite>Elianora pouted at Kaasaras as he gave her back her shoe. Strangely, she didn't put it back on. ""You are such a meanie, I should beat you up."" Elianora quickly threw a lump of berries at Kaasaras. ""Muahahaha"" she laughed maniacly, whilst sticking her tongue out again. She rushed off, then quickly returned with a flower in her hand. ""Here"" she said, forcing it into the Qunari's hand.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""A flower? Now you're just doing it wrong, I should be the one giving you flowers."" Kaasaras said with a smile, mostly at his little shenanigan with the shoe and the resulting barrage of berries he endured from it. Nevertheless, he gently took the flower, smiling as he examined it. ""Hey, look here..."" The Qunari said with a smile, as he reached into a pocket, pulling out a familiar vial of poison. ""You gave this to me back in that cave, remember? You never did explain why."" He said with a smile, nudging her with an elbow playfully as he walked into the tavern with her.</div></blockquote><br/>""My plan was too give you the poison, then make you drink it!"" joked Eli. In truth, she did not know why. ""Bet you 50 bits that I can out drink you"" chuckled Eli. The blood on her lip had started dripping, yet she still didn't notice it. She also hadn't put her shoe back on. She jumped on Kaasaras' back. ""Carry me where the wind takes us!"" she shouted, with a young sense of enthusiasm."
4326,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=250,2014-12-03T18:49:00,TotallyNotEvilLand,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Roman Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22667616#p22667616"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>TotallyNotEvilLand <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22667238#p22667238"">wrote</a>:</cite>""... If I gave you a reason to. Like, if I stole your sweet roll or something."" She said, noticing the attempt to hide her foot but not saying much about it. ""Because I'd rather not get punched in the face as hard as you hit that guy."" Melova felt kind of terrible explaining the joke, but hey, what can you do? She looked over to Trant, who seemed to have appeared out of nowhere. ""Nah, it's fine. Do what you have to do."" She said, intending to take up his offer of free wine in just a moment after. ""Oh. Good luck with the shoe, then."" Melova lifted her hand in a casual wave before making her way off to the makeshift tavern, flopping down in the coziest looking seat. ""So, about that wine?""</div></blockquote><br/>Trant whistled and the bartender slid two glasses and a bottle to him. He opened the bottle and then poured some into the glasses ad replied, ""there is the free wine."" Chuckled trant as he heald his up for a toast then he spoke, ""To us bastards the shattered blades!"" Trant then waited for Melova to join him in Yvette toast before drinking it. He knew that there was going to be plenty of bottles where that first one came from. It was gojng to be fun while he could remember it, a smile crept onto his face as he saw all the bottles of spirits in the tavern.</div></blockquote><br/>She grabbed her glass and raised it as well, toasting it with his. ""To the bastards!"" She declared, before tilting her head back and chugging down about half the glass. She couldn't hold her alcohol particularly well, but... eh, they probably didn't have a job tomorrow. She'd just spend the next day nursing a headache, and be right as rain for the next. In the meantime, drinks! Booze! Alcohol! Fun!"
4327,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=250,2014-12-03T18:58:00,New Roman Empire,"Trant drank the whole glass down in one go. He poured some more into each glass and repated, he would not doubt have a headache the next morning. But he thought it was well deserved, Plus he doubt a job would be coming up tomorrow right away anyway. After a few minutes he noticed the glass was gone and he ordered another and opened it and poured some more. Some bottles later, ""Then Knight-Captain Cullen ran out of the mess hall with his ass on fire yelling put it out you damn bastards!"" Chuckled Trant as be continued to tell the story. ""While the rest of us were laughing about the whole thing. A few nearly died of laughing and all of our faces were red. So the next day the fire rod was taken from us by Cullen and he lit our asses on fire and we all jumped into the near by ocean."" Chuckled Trant"
4328,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=250,2014-12-03T19:08:00,Illan,"<blockquote><div><cite>Val Halla <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22667626#p22667626"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Illan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22667492#p22667492"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""A flower? Now you're just doing it wrong, I should be the one giving you flowers."" Kaasaras said with a smile, mostly at his little shenanigan with the shoe and the resulting barrage of berries he endured from it. Nevertheless, he gently took the flower, smiling as he examined it. ""Hey, look here..."" The Qunari said with a smile, as he reached into a pocket, pulling out a familiar vial of poison. ""You gave this to me back in that cave, remember? You never did explain why."" He said with a smile, nudging her with an elbow playfully as he walked into the tavern with her.</div></blockquote><br/>""My plan was too give you the poison, then make you drink it!"" joked Eli. In truth, she did not know why. ""Bet you 50 bits that I can out drink you"" chuckled Eli. The blood on her lip had started dripping, yet she still didn't notice it. She also hadn't put her shoe back on. She jumped on Kaasaras' back. ""Carry me where the wind takes us!"" she shouted, with a young sense of enthusiasm.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""I gotta get the wine first, you excited little elf."" Kaasaras said with a grin, feeling the elf jump on his back and practically sit on his shoulders. She was heavier than he thought, but able to be handled. Kaasaras put a few silvers on the bar counter, and said the name of some Orlesian red wine he hardly recognized except for when he had it once. The bartender came back with two bottles, and Kaasaras nodded kindly with a smile, to the bartender and to Trant and Melova nearby.<br/><br/>""Well, onwards we go, drinking in here is no fun anyway!' Kaasaras said excitedly to Elianora riding on his shoulders, rushing out the door and crouching slightly while he did so she wouldn't hit her head. ""Where would you like to go and drink these bottles away?"""
4329,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=250,2014-12-03T19:15:00,Val Halla,"<blockquote><div><cite>Illan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22668039#p22668039"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Val Halla <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22667626#p22667626"">wrote</a>:</cite>""My plan was too give you the poison, then make you drink it!"" joked Eli. In truth, she did not know why. ""Bet you 50 bits that I can out drink you"" chuckled Eli. The blood on her lip had started dripping, yet she still didn't notice it. She also hadn't put her shoe back on. She jumped on Kaasaras' back. ""Carry me where the wind takes us!"" she shouted, with a young sense of enthusiasm.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""I gotta get the wine first, you excited little elf."" Kaasaras said with a grin, feeling the elf jump on his back and practically sit on his shoulders. She was heavier than he thought, but able to be handled. Kaasaras put a few silvers on the bar counter, and said the name of some Orlesian red wine he hardly recognized except for when he had it once. The bartender came back with two bottles, and Kaasaras nodded kindly with a smile, to the bartender and to Trant and Melova nearby. <br/><br/>""Well, onwards we go, drinking in here is no fun anyway!' Kaasaras said excitedly to Elianora riding on his shoulders, rushing out the door and crouching slightly while he did so she wouldn't hit her head. ""Where would you like to go and drink these bottles away?""</div></blockquote><br/>""To the roof, noble steed"" she claimed, like a king leading a vast army. She threw off her other shoe, with no regard to it's location. ""I'm gonna drink you down"" she said, grabbing one of the wine glasses and taking a large gulp of it. ""If I win"" she stuttered ""You give me money."" She hiccuped, and started sway from side to side. ""You got lots right?"" she asked, whilst taking another gulp."
4330,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=250,2014-12-03T19:23:00,TotallyNotEvilLand,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Roman Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22667844#p22667844"">wrote</a>:</cite>Trant drank the whole glass down in one go. He poured some more into each glass and repated, he would not doubt have a headache the next morning. But he thought it was well deserved, Plus he doubt a job would be coming up tomorrow right away anyway. After a few minutes he noticed the glass was gone and he ordered another and opened it and poured some more. Some bottles later, ""Then Knight-Captain Cullen ran out of the mess hall with his ass on fire yelling put it out you damn bastards!"" Chuckled Trant as be continued to tell the story. ""While the rest of us were laughing about the whole thing. A few nearly died of laughing and all of our faces were red. So the next day the fire rod was taken from us by Cullen and he lit our asses on fire and we all jumped into the near by ocean."" Chuckled Trant</div></blockquote><br/>Melova eventually finished her glass and got another one, laughing hysterically at the story. Asses! On fire! The height of comedy, second only to someone getting kicked between the legs! ""Well, I'm going to start lighting my arrows on firing and aiming for the ass now!"" She declared loudly, letting the tavern and everyone in the nearby vicinity hear her incredible plan. ""Or maybe I'll just snag a fire rod. Those things sound incredible."""
4331,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=250,2014-12-03T19:25:00,Illan,"<blockquote><div><cite>Val Halla <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22668147#p22668147"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Illan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22668039#p22668039"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""I gotta get the wine first, you excited little elf."" Kaasaras said with a grin, feeling the elf jump on his back and practically sit on his shoulders. She was heavier than he thought, but able to be handled. Kaasaras put a few silvers on the bar counter, and said the name of some Orlesian red wine he hardly recognized except for when he had it once. The bartender came back with two bottles, and Kaasaras nodded kindly with a smile, to the bartender and to Trant and Melova nearby. <br/><br/>""Well, onwards we go, drinking in here is no fun anyway!' Kaasaras said excitedly to Elianora riding on his shoulders, rushing out the door and crouching slightly while he did so she wouldn't hit her head. ""Where would you like to go and drink these bottles away?""</div></blockquote><br/>""To the roof, noble steed"" she claimed, like a king leading a vast army. She threw off her other shoe, with no regard to it's location. ""I'm gonna drink you down"" she said, grabbing one of the wine glasses and taking a large gulp of it. ""If I win"" she stuttered ""You give me money."" She hiccuped, and started sway from side to side. ""You got lots right?"" she asked, whilst taking another gulp.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Well.....not too much, really."" Kaasaras said with a laugh, mostly at her showing no hesitation to drink the bottles. He quickly sped of towards the main keep, and more importantly, a ladder that led to the roof of it. ""Can we bet on something else? That would be nice."" Kaasaras asked kindly, gripping the ladder with one hand and securing a grip on the Elf's legs with the other. ""And mind the horns. And don't move."""
4332,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=250,2014-12-03T19:29:00,New Roman Empire,"""There was this one time when Cullen was sleeping, he's a noisy bastard. We took his bed and carried it out with twelve templars and we put him in the middle of the Templar commons. He woke you the next day with makeup all over his face."" Chuckled Trant as he about fell off the stool and took another drink and started to refill it once again. Oh how he missed the days when things were normal."
4333,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=250,2014-12-03T19:40:00,TotallyNotEvilLand,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Roman Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22668339#p22668339"">wrote</a>:</cite>""There was this one time when Cullen was sleeping, he's a noisy bastard. We took his bed and carried it out with twelve templars and we put him in the middle of the Templar commons. He woke you the next day with makeup all over his face."" Chuckled Trant as he about fell off the stool and took another drink and started to refill it once again. Oh how he missed the days when things were normal.</div></blockquote><br/>Melova burst out laughing obnoxiously again, slapping her hand against the table as she took another sip. ""That's brilliant! He must've been pissed!"" She yelled out, slowly catching her breath from the laughing spree before letting it die down in a chuckle. ""I never thought that the Templar order could sound fun. I always thought you guys just spoke in gruff tones and looked angry all the time. Or was that The Qun? I dunno, they're kinda the same thing... They both... do stuff."" She slurred out, trying to find a connection."
4334,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=250,2014-12-03T19:47:00,New Roman Empire,"""Oh he was, he deprived us of our lyrium for a week. Oh we resorted to drinking at that point, we got the last laugh Though we didn't know it at the time. Before he realized he had the makeup on, he had a meeting with Knight-Commander Maradith. She apparently pointed it out after all the others in the room laughed."" Slurred Trant as he stood up. ""Hey, how about we take a few bottles of wine back to my quarters where we are less likely to cause a disruption or a fight."" Chuckled Trant as the bartender sent five more bottles down."
4335,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=250,2014-12-03T23:28:00,Argentarino,"Freyan had been relaxing in the newly renovated Keep, trying not to strain his left leg, which had been healed by Kaasaras the Qunari. He had not had a chance to thank the Qunari for his help, with all of the activity that had been going on. After taking a bath in his new quarters, he donned some of his old Orlesian noble clothes, which were a vibrant royal blue with dark red trim, and, after slipping on his sheathe and sword, Freyan hurried to catch up with the small group.<br/><br/>He entered the tavern (?) and stood awkwardly behind the group made up of Kaasaras, Melova, Trant, and the elf girl. ""Pardon me, but I may join you?"""
4336,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=250,2014-12-04T03:20:00,New Armarzia,"Zedekiah walked up the path finally seeing the keep through the trees. It wasn't that far now as the trees hid it most of the way making it almost suddenly appear. The Tevinter Arcane Warrior stood still at the edge of the tree line as he took in the sight of the keep. It was nowhere near the nicest place he had stayed and worked, it would probably rate as one of the worst save for the battlefields in which Zedekiah led his family's men against the followers of The Qun. However, given that Ferelden wasn't known for its extravagant architecture and lifestyles it was just about what Zedekiah, the former champion of Grand Duke Gaspard de Chalons, would expect of Ferelden. Though given that it was owned by a Grey Warden and her band of mercenaries, Zedekiah conceded to himself that it was quite nice given the circumstances.<br/><br/>After taking in the entirety of the keep from afar, Zedekiah proceeded down the path toward's the keep's gate which he found closed. For a moment Zedekiah was at a lost as there were no guards or anything on top the wall or in front of the gate. He finally came to the conclusion that mercenary groups in this nation may just be small, unlike the large military forces the Imperium hired to help fight the Quanari. He first grabbed his horn to blow and announce his arrival, but he realized this group wouldn't be familiar with this horn and that it wouldn't mean anything besides a random man had arrived. Zedekiah instead decided to shout and hope someone on the other side could here, ""May the hosts of this keep please open the gate."" Zedekiah paused for a moment deciding how to announce himself, and decided just to go with the whole truth. ""Zedekiah Dumarat of The Tevinter Imperium, former champion of The Grand Duke of Orlais, has arrived and requests and audience with the Grey Warden that leads the, uh..."" Zedekiah realized he didn't know the name of the mercenary band and had to take out the letter he was sent with. He broke the seal and quick skimmed through it before finishing, ""...The Shattered Blades."""
4337,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=250,2014-12-04T10:35:00,Val Halla,"<blockquote><div><cite>Illan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22668275#p22668275"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Val Halla <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22668147#p22668147"">wrote</a>:</cite>""To the roof, noble steed"" she claimed, like a king leading a vast army. She threw off her other shoe, with no regard to it's location. ""I'm gonna drink you down"" she said, grabbing one of the wine glasses and taking a large gulp of it. ""If I win"" she stuttered ""You give me money."" She hiccuped, and started sway from side to side. ""You got lots right?"" she asked, whilst taking another gulp.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Well.....not too much, really."" Kaasaras said with a laugh, mostly at her showing no hesitation to drink the bottles. He quickly sped of towards the main keep, and more importantly, a ladder that led to the roof of it. ""Can we bet on something else? That would be nice."" Kaasaras asked kindly, gripping the ladder with one hand and securing a grip on the Elf's legs with the other. ""And mind the horns. And don't move.""</div></blockquote><br/>""He! Ok!"" she giggled. She was having quite a lot of fun with the Qunari. "" I bet you can't jump over my head"". Eli was quite drunk at this point, but she still knew she had to be careful as Kaasaras climbed the ladder. When they reached the top Eli jumped off the Qunari's shoulder, and fell flat on the floor. ""Ow! My ass!"" she shouted. She had not bothered to break her fall, more concerned about the wine she was carrying. ""Want some?"" she asked, smiling at Kaasaras with red stained teeth."
4338,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=250,2014-12-04T11:22:00,TotallyNotEvilLand,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Roman Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22668584#p22668584"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Oh he was, he deprived us of our lyrium for a week. Oh we resorted to drinking at that point, we got the last laugh Though we didn't know it at the time. Before he realized he had the makeup on, he had a meeting with Knight-Commander Maradith. She apparently pointed it out after all the others in the room laughed."" Slurred Trant as he stood up. ""Hey, how about we take a few bottles of wine back to my quarters where we are less likely to cause a disruption or a fight."" Chuckled Trant as the bartender sent five more bottles down.</div></blockquote><br/>Melova laughed once more, snorting towards the end of it. ""Yeah, sure! Nothing better to do!"" She said, stumbling up and out of her chair. Oh, she was going to feel miserable tomorrow. ... As well as awkward if she didn't stumble back to her tent. But to the Fade with it all, unless you were some really skilled mage, you only died once."
4339,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=250,2014-12-04T11:36:00,Illan,"<blockquote><div><cite>Val Halla <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22674440#p22674440"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Illan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22668275#p22668275"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""Well.....not too much, really."" Kaasaras said with a laugh, mostly at her showing no hesitation to drink the bottles. He quickly sped of towards the main keep, and more importantly, a ladder that led to the roof of it. ""Can we bet on something else? That would be nice."" Kaasaras asked kindly, gripping the ladder with one hand and securing a grip on the Elf's legs with the other. ""And mind the horns. And don't move.""</div></blockquote><br/>""He! Ok!"" she giggled. She was having quite a lot of fun with the Qunari. "" I bet you can't jump over my head"". Eli was quite drunk at this point, but she still knew she had to be careful as Kaasaras climbed the ladder. When they reached the top Eli jumped off the Qunari's shoulder, and fell flat on the floor. ""Ow! My ass!"" she shouted. She had not bothered to break her fall, more concerned about the wine she was carrying. ""Want some?"" she asked, smiling at Kaasaras with red stained teeth.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""You're such a lighthead."" Kaasaras teased, snatching a bottle from one of of her hands as she lie on the ground, grinning in reply to her. ""And of course I can't jump over your head."" The Aunari stated, popping the other bottle open and drinking some promptly. After he took the swig, he looked at the cute little elf. ""You're very fun, Elianora."" Kaasaras stated happily, before looking at her lip. It was graced with crimson, but not the crimson of the wine.<br/><br/>""Hold still..."" The Qunari said softly, finding a soft cloth in a pocket and wiping her lip ever so gently with it. ""There you go."""
4340,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=250,2014-12-04T11:40:00,New Roman Empire,"Trant grabbed The bottles and helped Melova To his room Then sat down at The table. He opened another bottle, ""Oh The commander is going To be So pissed about This. I can only imagine The looks We will get when We appear with a hang over."" Chuckled Trant As He about fell out of his chair. Then took another drink from The glass."
4341,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=250,2014-12-04T11:47:00,TotallyNotEvilLand,"Melova sat at the chair across from Trant, laughing loudly. ""Worth the trouble! I'm having fun. Didn't know templars had so many stories to tell... I've just got the one about the time I accidentally made a dress out of some poison plants... Rashes for weeks, I tell you!"" She yelled out. ""Thankfully, somebody else ended up wearing it! She was pissed!"""
4342,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=250,2014-12-04T12:05:00,New Roman Empire,"Trant fell out of his chair laughing, ""What the hell, How Did You make a dress out of poison plants? But I bet she was pissed, Now As To templars, We have plenty of stories We Just don't Tell them often. Because of We are supposed To be serious and stuck up or at least look That way. But this is a fun day, sitting around and talking and drinking. "" chuckled Trant."
4343,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=250,2014-12-04T12:15:00,Val Halla,"<blockquote><div><cite>Illan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22674875#p22674875"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Val Halla <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22674440#p22674440"">wrote</a>:</cite>""He! Ok!"" she giggled. She was having quite a lot of fun with the Qunari. "" I bet you can't jump over my head"". Eli was quite drunk at this point, but she still knew she had to be careful as Kaasaras climbed the ladder. When they reached the top Eli jumped off the Qunari's shoulder, and fell flat on the floor. ""Ow! My ass!"" she shouted. She had not bothered to break her fall, more concerned about the wine she was carrying. ""Want some?"" she asked, smiling at Kaasaras with red stained teeth.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""You're such a lighthead."" Kaasaras teased, snatching a bottle from one of of her hands as she lie on the ground, grinning in reply to her. ""And of course I can't jump over your head."" The Aunari stated, popping the other bottle open and drinking some promptly. After he took the swig, he looked at the cute little elf. ""You're very fun, Elianora."" Kaasaras stated happily, before looking at her lip. It was graced with crimson, but not the crimson of the wine .<br/><br/>""Hold still..."" The Qunari said softly, finding a soft cloth in a pocket and wiping her lip ever so gently with it. ""There you go.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Oh. Can't say the same about you!"" teased Eli. ""I joke of course. You are a lot of fun too!"" she took a big gulp of wine. She stuck her tongue out once again, before pulling down her hood. She had long, black hair and some burn marks on her neck. ""Ha ha! Look at us! What a quirky group! A big Qunari and a little elf! What would people think?"""
4344,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=250,2014-12-04T12:36:00,The Armed Republic of Dutch Coolness,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Samantha Deloffre</span><br/><br/>Samantha entered the Keep's main hall, and saw whom she was looking for: Arsam, the Elven Arcane Warrior. He was polishing his blade with some sort of oil, stopped and looked at her, before continuing with the weapon. She looked at her dress, to check if it was alright. She gave a slight nod to herself, as if telling herself that the dress fit perfectly. She walked over to Arsam, quietly sat down, and looked at him.<br/><br/>""You wanted to speak with me, no? Forgive me for my reply earlier.. It was unnecessary and unasked for."""
4345,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=250,2014-12-04T13:04:00,Illan,"<blockquote><div><cite>Val Halla <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22675273#p22675273"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Illan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22674875#p22674875"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""You're such a lighthead."" Kaasaras teased, snatching a bottle from one of of her hands as she lie on the ground, grinning in reply to her. ""And of course I can't jump over your head."" The Aunari stated, popping the other bottle open and drinking some promptly. After he took the swig, he looked at the cute little elf. ""You're very fun, Elianora."" Kaasaras stated happily, before looking at her lip. It was graced with crimson, but not the crimson of the wine .<br/><br/>""Hold still..."" The Qunari said softly, finding a soft cloth in a pocket and wiping her lip ever so gently with it. ""There you go.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Oh. Can't say the same about you!"" teased Eli. ""I joke of course. You are a lot of fun too!"" she took a big gulp of wine. She stuck her tongue out once again, before pulling down her hood. She had long, black hair and some burn marks on her neck. ""Ha ha! Look at us! What a quirky group! A big Qunari and a little elf! What would people think?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Hey, you better show me a little respect. I did buy the fine lady wine."" Kaasaras said with a smile, sitting down beside her and smiling even wider then she took her hood down, revealing her rather extravagant shadow black hair. It brought a bit more brightness to his face, seeing this girl trust him enough to show her face. His stubbled and rather worn face, yet still young smiled brighter than he had in a while. ""Perhaps I don't care what they think of us."""
4346,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=250,2014-12-04T14:04:00,Val Halla,"<blockquote><div><cite>Illan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22675735#p22675735"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Val Halla <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22675273#p22675273"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Oh. Can't say the same about you!"" teased Eli. ""I joke of course. You are a lot of fun too!"" she took a big gulp of wine. She stuck her tongue out once again, before pulling down her hood. She had long, black hair and some burn marks on her neck. ""Ha ha! Look at us! What a quirky group! A big Qunari and a little elf! What would people think?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Hey, you better show me a little respect. I did buy the fine lady wine."" Kaasaras said with a smile, sitting down beside her and smiling even wider then she took her hood down, revealing her rather extravagant shadow black hair. It brought a bit more brightness to his face, seeing this girl trust him enough to show her face. His stubbled and rather worn face, yet still young smiled brighter than he had in a while. ""Perhaps I don't care what they think of us.""</div></blockquote><br/>""You think I care? I laugh! Haha!"" responded Eli. She was already quite drunk. She dumped her head in the snow that was on top of the roof. ""Uhhh! I don't have much wine left"" said Elianora, before qucikly swiping the Qunari's bottle and chugging it all down in one go. ""Woo!"" shouted Eli, before sticking out her tongue at Kaasaras. ""You would do well to be more careful with your drinks! Now get some more!"" jokingly demanded Eli, whilst punching him playfully. ""That's an order!"" she shouted, with her head falling down again."
4347,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=250,2014-12-04T14:14:00,Illan,"<blockquote><div><cite>Val Halla <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22676349#p22676349"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Illan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22675735#p22675735"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""Hey, you better show me a little respect. I did buy the fine lady wine."" Kaasaras said with a smile, sitting down beside her and smiling even wider then she took her hood down, revealing her rather extravagant shadow black hair. It brought a bit more brightness to his face, seeing this girl trust him enough to show her face. His stubbled and rather worn face, yet still young smiled brighter than he had in a while. ""Perhaps I don't care what they think of us.""</div></blockquote><br/>""You think I care? I laugh! Haha!"" responded Eli. She was already quite drunk. She dumped her head in the snow that was on top of the roof. ""Uhhh! I don't have much wine left"" said Elianora, before qucikly swiping the Qunari's bottle and chugging it all down in one go. ""Woo!"" shouted Eli, before sticking out her tongue at Kaasaras. ""You would do well to be more careful with your drinks! Now get some more!"" jokingly demanded Eli, whilst punching him playfully. ""That's an order!"" she shouted, with her head falling down again.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""I know you don't care."" Kaasaras said with a chuckle, laughing at her rather (very) drunken state. ""I think I should cut you off, I'm hardly even intoxicated, and you look like you're about to fall off the roof."" The Qunari said with a smirk, looking at her sticking her tongue out, only making him smirk more. ""And I hardly even got a drink of it either.....I think you owe me, sweetheart."" The grey and tall man smiling and looking at her and then out over the setting sun in the distance."
4348,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=250,2014-12-04T14:14:00,Asyir,"Willhelm Ryes was up now, after a quick nap. The rogue decided to wear his silks, and he donned the soft robes. The robes were long, down to his knees, with a velvet type color to it. Lit was a soft shirt, and Willhelm felt comfortable wearing it. Underneath the robe, he wore leather breeches and a woolen shirt. He slipped on his warden boots, and strapped his sword upon his belt. He glanced over at his warden armor upon the mantle, and with a soft shrug, walked out of his room.<br/><br/>He could hear others yelling downstairs. Willhelm guessed it was merrymaking, and continued walking down the stone corridor. The Warden came upon a large door that opened up to a room with a large desk and many letters scatterd about. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">This must be the old records room. An archive of sorts. I can use this as my office space.</span>""<br/><br/>Willhelm went into the medium sized room. He saw the large desk was made of pine. The chair was oak, but had a small cushion with it. Willhelm sat down, leaving the door open. He took a nearby piece of parchment, and read it. He went through all of the former letters, and discarded all of them."
4349,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=250,2014-12-04T14:23:00,Krugmar,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Senan</span><br/><br/>Senan looked up and noticed that the Karasten-Warden had entered the main hall, she seemed to have changed out of her armour into what the Kabethari called a dress. He then returned to his book, it had not bothered him before how lacking his notes were but now it was all he could think about.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">M</span>agic lives to serve man, not rule over him! This is exactly what the Discipline of Death destroys, this core foundation of the Circle and Chantry. We must stop this at once, these vile necromantic teachings are against the will of the Maker. My petitions to the chantry have gone unnoticed but I will take matters into my own hands. My Knight Captain has tolerated these filth for far too long, I shall be the sword of the Maker, his burning crusade against vile mages. They chant strange incantations and the dead rise up, it is unnatural. First, I shall... (the book descends into ramblings on how he will purge the Circle tower he is a Templar of).<br/><br/>-<span style=""font-style: italic"">The most abominable offences against the Maker, by the Rogue Templar Edwin Athbert</span></blockquote><br/><br/>Typical Hissranite ravings about magic, they were far too scared about offending their creator. The only reason the passage was relevant was that incantations were chanted, though this could simply be more Templar ramblings. He turned the page, reading the next passage<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">D</span>eath is a part of life, life is a part of death. Once this is understood then the Discipline of Death can truly be mastered. Fear not the corpse. In time you shall understand that all things have a purpose in life and in death. When you enter the fade you must be in command of all your senses, fear shall only blind you but reckless courage will kill you. Trust not the Demon. It shall deceive you, give you poisoned power and force you into servitude. Bind not the Spirit. It must give itself to you of free will, only then can you truly understand the power gained. These are my last words before I depart to the fade, I seek the guidance of Malechondrias, a Spirit of Compassion who will help me in my quest for greater knowledge. I should return within three days, farewell.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">The Journal of Life and Death, by Senior Enchanter Gnaeus Pisarnus the Mad</span></blockquote><br/><br/>Senan remembered meeting Gnaeus on one of his trips, before his journey into the fade. He had been a kindly old man, rather mad, but a great scholar indeed. It had saddened Senan to hear that Gnaeus had been fooled by a demon posing as Compassion and had almost been turned into an abomination. His decision to sacrifice himself brought him much honour in the eyes of the Qun, taking his own life to save those around him. Senan would make sure to make a further note of this."
4350,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=275,2014-12-04T14:40:00,Val Halla,"<blockquote><div><cite>Illan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22676457#p22676457"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Val Halla <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22676349#p22676349"">wrote</a>:</cite>""You think I care? I laugh! Haha!"" responded Eli. She was already quite drunk. She dumped her head in the snow that was on top of the roof. ""Uhhh! I don't have much wine left"" said Elianora, before qucikly swiping the Qunari's bottle and chugging it all down in one go. ""Woo!"" shouted Eli, before sticking out her tongue at Kaasaras. ""You would do well to be more careful with your drinks! Now get some more!"" jokingly demanded Eli, whilst punching him playfully. ""That's an order!"" she shouted, with her head falling down again.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""I know you don't care."" Kaasaras said with a chuckle, laughing at her rather (very) drunken state. ""I think I should cut you off, I'm hardly even intoxicated, and you look like you're about to fall off the roof."" The Qunari said with a smirk, looking at her sticking her tongue out, only making him smirk more. ""And I hardly even got a drink of it either.....I think you owe me, sweetheart."" The grey and tall man smiling and looking at her and then out over the setting sun in the distance.</div></blockquote><br/>""Bah, I owe you nothing!"" shouted Eli, quickly becoming even more intoxicated. ""You know-"" said Elianora before hiccuping, then forgetting what she was going to say. ""Do you like my hair?2 she asked. This may have seemed quite out of the blue, but she was drunk. Her head fell onto Kaasaras' lap, half asleep. ""We will do this tomorrow?"" she asked. She stuck her tongue out again at Kaasaras, before letting out a belch."
4351,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=275,2014-12-04T14:47:00,Illan,"<blockquote><div><cite>Val Halla <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22676774#p22676774"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Illan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22676457#p22676457"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""I know you don't care."" Kaasaras said with a chuckle, laughing at her rather (very) drunken state. ""I think I should cut you off, I'm hardly even intoxicated, and you look like you're about to fall off the roof."" The Qunari said with a smirk, looking at her sticking her tongue out, only making him smirk more. ""And I hardly even got a drink of it either.....I think you owe me, sweetheart."" The grey and tall man smiling and looking at her and then out over the setting sun in the distance.</div></blockquote><br/>""Bah, I owe you nothing!"" shouted Eli, quickly becoming even more intoxicated. ""You know-"" said Elianora before hiccuping, then forgetting what she was going to say. ""Do you like my hair?2 she asked. This may have seemed quite out of the blue, but she was drunk. Her head fell onto Kaasaras' lap, half asleep. ""We will do this tomorrow?"" she asked. She stuck her tongue out again at Kaasaras, before letting out a belch.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Your hair is beautiful, you drunken elf."" Kaasaras stated with a soft, happy, yet a playful tone. He held her lightly as she fell onto his lap, unable to cease his happy expression. She was....so fun, so enjoyable to be around. It made him feel much less lonely than he has before he came to the Shattered Blades.<br/><br/>""Falling asleep already Elianora? Oh, come on, you were jumping around and throwing berries at me not even an hour ago."" The large-horned Qunari said with a smile, looking down at her endearingly."
4352,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=275,2014-12-04T15:23:00,SaintB,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Armed Republic of Dutch coolness <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22675453#p22675453"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Samantha Deloffre</span><br/><br/>Samantha entered the Keep's main hall, and saw whom she was looking for: Arsam, the Elven Arcane Warrior. He was polishing his blade with some sort of oil, stopped and looked at her, before continuing with the weapon. She looked at her dress, to check if it was alright. She gave a slight nod to herself, as if telling herself that the dress fit perfectly. She walked over to Arsam, quietly sat down, and looked at him. <br/><br/>""You wanted to speak with me, no? Forgive me for my reply earlier.. It was unnecessary and unasked for.""</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Arsam and Samantha</span><br/>One more long slow brush with the cloth and his work on the blade was done. He held it up to inspect it and answered Samantha, ""Yes, I think that perhaps this is something best discussed somewhere less visible though commander. Here we have some of our fellows as well as contractors working on the keep on behalf of our client. We don't need their ears prying into this business I think."", his tone made it clear no apology other than hearing him out would be necessary.<br/><br/><br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>New Armarzia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22671751#p22671751"">wrote</a>:</cite>Zedekiah walked up the path finally seeing the keep through the trees. It wasn't that far now as the trees hid it most of the way making it almost suddenly appear. The Tevinter Arcane Warrior stood still at the edge of the tree line as he took in the sight of the keep. It was nowhere near the nicest place he had stayed and worked, it would probably rate as one of the worst save for the battlefields in which Zedekiah led his family's men against the followers of The Qun. However, given that Ferelden wasn't known for its extravagant architecture and lifestyles it was just about what Zedekiah, the former champion of Grand Duke Gaspard de Chalons, would expect of Ferelden. Though given that it was owned by a Grey Warden and her band of mercenaries, Zedekiah conceded to himself that it was quite nice given the circumstances. <br/><br/>After taking in the entirety of the keep from afar, Zedekiah proceeded down the path toward's the keep's gate which he found closed. For a moment Zedekiah was at a lost as there were no guards or anything on top the wall or in front of the gate. He finally came to the conclusion that mercenary groups in this nation may just be small, unlike the large military forces the Imperium hired to help fight the Quanari. He first grabbed his horn to blow and announce his arrival, but he realized this group wouldn't be familiar with this horn and that it wouldn't mean anything besides a random man had arrived. Zedekiah instead decided to shout and hope someone on the other side could here, ""May the hosts of this keep please open the gate."" Zedekiah paused for a moment deciding how to announce himself, and decided just to go with the whole truth. ""Zedekiah Dumarat of The Tevinter Imperium, former champion of The Grand Duke of Orlais, has arrived and requests and audience with the Grey Warden that leads the, uh..."" Zedekiah realized he didn't know the name of the mercenary band and had to take out the letter he was sent with. He broke the seal and quick skimmed through it before finishing, ""...The Shattered Blades.""</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Arsam and Zedekiah (Some amount of time later)</span><br/>With the rest of the company<span style=""font-style: italic"">indisposed</span>Arsam decided to take an all night post on the battlements by the remains of the gate. He didn't mind, they had all fought hard and deserved a celebration. Arsam's contribution to that had been much less significant than their's so he would work while they played and that aside; the place was filled to capacity with work crews rebuilding the walls and keep and Arsam did not trust a single one of those men considering who they really worked for and spent more time watching them than he did the approach. It was during one of the moments he was looking across the merlons as opposed to behind them that he noticed a new figure approaching from a little further down the slope at the edge of the treeline.<br/><br/>He shouted a greeting/challenge to the newcomer ""Who goes there?"""
4353,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=275,2014-12-04T15:43:00,Val Halla,"<blockquote><div><cite>Illan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22676865#p22676865"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Val Halla <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22676774#p22676774"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Bah, I owe you nothing!"" shouted Eli, quickly becoming even more intoxicated. ""You know-"" said Elianora before hiccuping, then forgetting what she was going to say. ""Do you like my hair?2 she asked. This may have seemed quite out of the blue, but she was drunk. Her head fell onto Kaasaras' lap, half asleep. ""We will do this tomorrow?"" she asked. She stuck her tongue out again at Kaasaras, before letting out a belch.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Your hair is beautiful, you drunken elf."" Kaasaras stated with a soft, happy, yet a playful tone. He held her lightly as she fell onto his lap, unable to cease his happy expression. She was....so fun, so enjoyable to be around. It made him feel much less lonely than he has before he came to the Shattered Blades. <br/><br/>""Falling asleep already Elianora? Oh, come on, you were jumping around and throwing berries at me not even an hour ago."" The large-horned Qunari said with a smile, looking down at her endearingly.</div></blockquote><br/>""Ha! I'm not tired, you're tired!"" yelled an intoxicated Eli. She looked up at Kaasaras, grinning at him before belching again. ""Bah! Did you know you have two heads?"" said Eli, whilst continuing to drift off. ""You don't happen to know any un-tiredness spells do you?"" asked Eli, whilst continuing to deny her drowsiness."
4354,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=275,2014-12-04T15:58:00,New Armarzia,"<blockquote><div><cite>SaintB <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22677345#p22677345"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Arsam and Zedekiah (Some amount of time later)</span><br/>With the rest of the company <span style=""font-style: italic"">indisposed</span> Arsam decided to take an all night post on the battlements by the remains of the gate. He didn't mind, they had all fought hard and deserved a celebration. Arsam's contribution to that had been much less significant than their's so he would work while they played and that aside; the place was filled to capacity with work crews rebuilding the walls and keep and Arsam did not trust a single one of those men considering who they really worked for and spent more time watching them than he did the approach. It was during one of the moments he was looking across the merlons as opposed to behind them that he noticed a new figure approaching from a little further down the slope at the edge of the treeline. <br/><br/>He shouted a greeting/challenge to the newcomer ""Who goes there?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>A man in a fairly unique set of ornate armor journeyed a bit closer to the gate and away from the tree line in hopes of making himself more clear and seem less hostile before answering, if one paid attention to the details of the armor it displayed designs similar to the crests and seals of the current Grand Duke of Orlais even though the design of the armor wasn't Orlesian. Zedekiah shouted to the figure on the wall which he couldn't clearly make out due to the darkness, ""Zedekiah Dumarat of The Tevinter Imperium, former champion of The Grand Duke of Orlais. I am here on business to speak with whomever leads or represents the uh...The Shattered Blades."" Zedekiah had to double check the letter for the name of the group. Zedekiah strained his eyes to attempt to make out the figure, but with the torch in Zedekiah's hand it made it more difficult to see anything beyond the light of the torch."
4355,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=275,2014-12-04T16:01:00,Illan,"<blockquote><div><cite>Val Halla <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22677656#p22677656"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Illan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22676865#p22676865"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""Your hair is beautiful, you drunken elf."" Kaasaras stated with a soft, happy, yet a playful tone. He held her lightly as she fell onto his lap, unable to cease his happy expression. She was....so fun, so enjoyable to be around. It made him feel much less lonely than he has before he came to the Shattered Blades. <br/><br/>""Falling asleep already Elianora? Oh, come on, you were jumping around and throwing berries at me not even an hour ago."" The large-horned Qunari said with a smile, looking down at her endearingly.</div></blockquote><br/>""Ha! I'm not tired, you're tired!"" yelled an intoxicated Eli. She looked up at Kaasaras, grinning at him before belching again. ""Bah! Did you know you have two heads?"" said Eli, whilst continuing to drift off. ""You don't happen to know any un-tiredness spells do you?"" asked Eli, whilst continuing to deny her drowsiness.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Well, a fireball tends to wake people up rather quickly. Not what you're looking for?"" Kaasaras teased, standing up and picking the girl up playfully. ""Aaaaand no, you're tired. And rather drunk."" The Qunari said in his tone of usual talk now with the elf.<br/><br/>""Let me think....here we go."" Kaasaras said with a grin, sending a very, very slight jolt of electricity through his fingers. Definitely not enough to do harm....but rather effective at waking, he hoped."
4356,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=275,2014-12-04T16:19:00,Val Halla,"<blockquote><div><cite>Illan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22677934#p22677934"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Val Halla <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22677656#p22677656"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Ha! I'm not tired, you're tired!"" yelled an intoxicated Eli. She looked up at Kaasaras, grinning at him before belching again. ""Bah! Did you know you have two heads?"" said Eli, whilst continuing to drift off. ""You don't happen to know any un-tiredness spells do you?"" asked Eli, whilst continuing to deny her drowsiness.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Well, a fireball tends to wake people up rather quickly. Not what you're looking for?"" Kaasaras teased, standing up and picking the girl up playfully. ""Aaaaand no, you're tired. And rather drunk."" The Qunari said in his tone of usual talk now with the elf. <br/><br/>""Let me think....here we go."" Kaasaras said with a grin, sending a very, very slight jolt of electricity through his fingers. Definitely not enough to do harm....but rather effective at waking, he hoped.</div></blockquote><br/>""GAH!"" yelped Elianora. Kaasaras sent a shock darting through her. ""Not cool!"" she shouted, expressing her discontent. She jumped into Kaasaras' arms. ""Carry me, noble warrior!"" she said. ""Let us find new lands, across the mountains and the seas! We will dance under the Antivan moonlight, and buy some fancy shoes!"" Elianora was uncredibly drunk. She was saying a lot of things, and none of it made any sense."
4357,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=275,2014-12-04T16:25:00,Illan,"<blockquote><div><cite>Val Halla <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22678209#p22678209"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Illan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22677934#p22677934"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""Well, a fireball tends to wake people up rather quickly. Not what you're looking for?"" Kaasaras teased, standing up and picking the girl up playfully. ""Aaaaand no, you're tired. And rather drunk."" The Qunari said in his tone of usual talk now with the elf. <br/><br/>""Let me think....here we go."" Kaasaras said with a grin, sending a very, very slight jolt of electricity through his fingers. Definitely not enough to do harm....but rather effective at waking, he hoped.</div></blockquote><br/>""GAH!"" yelped Elianora. Kaasaras sent a shock darting through her. ""Not cool!"" she shouted, expressing her discontent. She jumped into Kaasaras' arms. ""Carry me, noble warrior!"" she said. ""Let us find new lands, across the mountains and the seas! We will dance under the Antivan moonlight, and buy some fancy shoes!"" Elianora was uncredibly drunk. She was saying a lot of things, and none of it made any sense.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Damn, you are just a winding hill of emotions, aren't you?"" Kaasaras teased, holding the woman and sitting down. ""Maybe we should just calm down, let you....sober up a bit. I've no problem with dancing under the moonlight though.<span style=""font-style: italic"">That</span>sounds like a welcome change of pace to my usual activities."" The Qunari said , squeezing her hands a bit."
4358,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=275,2014-12-04T17:10:00,TotallyNotEvilLand,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Roman Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22675181#p22675181"">wrote</a>:</cite>Trant fell out of his chair laughing, ""What the hell, How Did You make a dress out of poison plants? But I bet she was pissed, Now As To templars, We have plenty of stories We Just don't Tell them often. Because of We are supposed To be serious and stuck up or at least look That way. But this is a fun day, sitting around and talking and drinking. "" chuckled Trant.</div></blockquote><br/>""You kinda just weave it together with sticks and grass. It's supposed to look all... naturally and stuff."" She said. ""And yeah! Drinking, talking, doing that thing in the cave earlier! Whatever that was! This is fun."" Melova yelled out, squinting her eyes as she started to sway to and fro. ""I'm just gonna sleep on the floor, if you don't mind... It looks cozy, all... stoney and comfy."" She yawned, falling out of the chair and onto her side."
4359,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=275,2014-12-04T17:14:00,Val Halla,"<blockquote><div><cite>Illan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22678320#p22678320"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Val Halla <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22678209#p22678209"">wrote</a>:</cite>""GAH!"" yelped Elianora. Kaasaras sent a shock darting through her. ""Not cool!"" she shouted, expressing her discontent. She jumped into Kaasaras' arms. ""Carry me, noble warrior!"" she said. ""Let us find new lands, across the mountains and the seas! We will dance under the Antivan moonlight, and buy some fancy shoes!"" Elianora was uncredibly drunk. She was saying a lot of things, and none of it made any sense.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Damn, you are just a winding hill of emotions, aren't you?"" Kaasaras teased, holding the woman and sitting down. ""Maybe we should just calm down, let you....sober up a bit. I've no problem with dancing under the moonlight though. <span style=""font-style: italic"">That</span> sounds like a welcome change of pace to my usual activities."" The Qunari said , squeezing her hands a bit.</div></blockquote><br/>Eli giggled. ""I am sober"" she belched, in a very unwomanly manner. She tried to touch the tip of her nose to prove it, but ended up poking her eye. She huddled up to Kaasaras, before biting his finger. The alcohol had a serious effect on her, she was clearly not in control. She innocently looked up at Kaasaras, acting as though she hadn't done anything."
4360,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=275,2014-12-04T17:35:00,Illan,"<blockquote><div><cite>Val Halla <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22679010#p22679010"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Illan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22678320#p22678320"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""Damn, you are just a winding hill of emotions, aren't you?"" Kaasaras teased, holding the woman and sitting down. ""Maybe we should just calm down, let you....sober up a bit. I've no problem with dancing under the moonlight though. <span style=""font-style: italic"">That</span> sounds like a welcome change of pace to my usual activities."" The Qunari said , squeezing her hands a bit.</div></blockquote><br/>Eli giggled. ""I am sober"" she belched, in a very unwomanly manner. She tried to touch the tip of her nose to prove it, but ended up poking her eye. She huddled up to Kaasaras, before biting his finger. The alcohol had a serious effect on her, she was clearly not in control. She innocently looked up at Kaasaras, acting as though she hadn't done anything.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""I think you need some sleep, Elianora. Come on, let's go."" The Qunari said with a bright smile, picking her up gently and descending the ladder to the rest of the keep. The sun was halfway down over the horizon, making for quite the vista. ""And no, you are most definitely not sober, sweetheart."" Kaasaras joked out, carrying her ever-so-gently through the beautifully vegetated courtyard."
4361,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=275,2014-12-04T17:38:00,New Roman Empire,"Trant chuckled As she fell tithe floor, ""nah, Your not sleeping on The floor."" Hiccuped Trant As He stood up and carried her To The bed and laid her down. He walked back To The table and took another glass. He walked over To The bed Then He managed To lay down before blacking out."
4362,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=275,2014-12-04T17:49:00,Val Halla,"<blockquote><div><cite>Illan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22679264#p22679264"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Val Halla <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22679010#p22679010"">wrote</a>:</cite>Eli giggled. ""I am sober"" she belched, in a very unwomanly manner. She tried to touch the tip of her nose to prove it, but ended up poking her eye. She huddled up to Kaasaras, before biting his finger. The alcohol had a serious effect on her, she was clearly not in control. She innocently looked up at Kaasaras, acting as though she hadn't done anything.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""I think you need some sleep, Elianora. Come on, let's go."" The Qunari said with a bright smile, picking her up gently and descending the ladder to the rest of the keep. The sun was halfway down over the horizon, making for quite the vista. ""And no, you are most definitely not sober, sweetheart."" Kaasaras joked out, carrying her ever-so-gently through the beautifully vegetated courtyard.</div></blockquote><br/>Eli winked at Kaasaras. He was helpful and respectful, even though she was, at this point, a drunken cow. She went up to his ear and belched, chuckling afterwards. ""Who are you to say I'm not sober?"" she demanded. She yawned deeply. ""I like you"" she whispered. This was true, she now viewed Kaasaras as her only friend, despite how short amount of time they knew each other."
4363,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=275,2014-12-04T18:08:00,Illan,"<blockquote><div><cite>Val Halla <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22679439#p22679439"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Illan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22679264#p22679264"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""I think you need some sleep, Elianora. Come on, let's go."" The Qunari said with a bright smile, picking her up gently and descending the ladder to the rest of the keep. The sun was halfway down over the horizon, making for quite the vista. ""And no, you are most definitely not sober, sweetheart."" Kaasaras joked out, carrying her ever-so-gently through the beautifully vegetated courtyard.</div></blockquote><br/>Eli winked at Kaasaras. He was helpful and respectful, even though she was, at this point, a drunken cow. She went up to his ear and belched, chuckling afterwards. ""Who are you to say I'm not sober?"" she demanded. She yawned deeply. ""I like you"" she whispered. This was true, she now viewed Kaasaras as her only friend, despite how short amount of time they knew each other.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""And I like you."" Kaasaras said sweetly from his young and lightly painted grey face, his horns surprising shining a bit in the evening sun. Hmm, shinier than he thought. Still heaving her in his arms ease, he looked down at her Elven face with a smile, walking back to the quarters where he first became well acquainted with her. ""And regardless of whether or not you are sober, you are sleepy. And I'm not letting you drink more and get more hungover than you already will be."""
4364,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=275,2014-12-04T20:12:00,SaintB,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Armarzia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22677882#p22677882"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>SaintB <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22677345#p22677345"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Arsam and Zedekiah (Some amount of time later)</span><br/>With the rest of the company <span style=""font-style: italic"">indisposed</span> Arsam decided to take an all night post on the battlements by the remains of the gate. He didn't mind, they had all fought hard and deserved a celebration. Arsam's contribution to that had been much less significant than their's so he would work while they played and that aside; the place was filled to capacity with work crews rebuilding the walls and keep and Arsam did not trust a single one of those men considering who they really worked for and spent more time watching them than he did the approach. It was during one of the moments he was looking across the merlons as opposed to behind them that he noticed a new figure approaching from a little further down the slope at the edge of the treeline. <br/><br/>He shouted a greeting/challenge to the newcomer ""Who goes there?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>A man in a fairly unique set of ornate armor journeyed a bit closer to the gate and away from the tree line in hopes of making himself more clear and seem less hostile before answering, if one paid attention to the details of the armor it displayed designs similar to the crests and seals of the current Grand Duke of Orlais even though the design of the armor wasn't Orlesian. Zedekiah shouted to the figure on the wall which he couldn't clearly make out due to the darkness, ""Zedekiah Dumarat of The Tevinter Imperium, former champion of The Grand Duke of Orlais. I am here on business to speak with whomever leads or represents the uh...The Shattered Blades."" Zedekiah had to double check the letter for the name of the group. Zedekiah strained his eyes to attempt to make out the figure, but with the torch in Zedekiah's hand it made it more difficult to see anything beyond the light of the torch.</div></blockquote><br/>It seemed like mercenary work was a growth industry these days in the sense that the number of mercenaries was growing but despite all the conflicts going on the work for mercenaries was rare, or at least in this part of Ferelden, ""Then you'll want to speak with Warden Samantha Deloffre."" Arsam shouted back, ""Come on in and do mind the construction!"""
4365,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=275,2014-12-04T21:05:00,New Armarzia,"<blockquote><div><cite>SaintB <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22681119#p22681119"">wrote</a>:</cite>It seemed like mercenary work was a growth industry these days in the sense that the number of mercenaries was growing but despite all the conflicts going on the work for mercenaries was rare, or at least in this part of Ferelden, ""Then you'll want to speak with Warden Samantha Deloffre."" Arsam shouted back, ""Come on in and do mind the construction!""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Zedekiah walked past the gate and looked around at the inner workings of the keep, the sentry was right, the place was definitely under construction. Zedekiah turned back and shouted up the wall, ""How can I recognize this Samantha Deloffre and how can I find her?"" As Zedekiah looked around at the keep guessing and what it may look like in the future, he also speculated what mercenaries actually needed with such a keep. Zedekiah was sure that if it wasn't for the fact that the group was led by a warden, it would probably make any of the local lords quite uneasy having a random group of mercenaries fortify themselves nearby, especially with the recent events of the world."
4366,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=275,2014-12-04T23:37:00,TotallyNotEvilLand,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Roman Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22679292#p22679292"">wrote</a>:</cite>Trant chuckled As she fell tithe floor, ""nah, Your not sleeping on The floor."" Hiccuped Trant As He stood up and carried her To The bed and laid her down. He walked back To The table and took another glass. He walked over To The bed Then He managed To lay down before blacking out.</div></blockquote><br/>The brief bit of consciousness before falling asleep told Melova she was going to flip out the next morning, but eh... bed was cozier than the pitiful excuse for a sleeping bag she had in her tent, right? No time to mull it over, as she was asleep before she hit the bed."
4367,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=275,2014-12-05T04:49:00,New Roman Empire,"Trant slowly woke up with a splitting headache, It wasn't The next day, But They had been out For awhile. He noticed his arm was around something, He slowly opened his eyes and found Melova next To him in The Same bed. He flipped, out rolled out of The bed and yelled, ""What The hell! """
4368,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=275,2014-12-05T09:28:00,Val Halla,"<blockquote><div><cite>Illan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22679680#p22679680"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Val Halla <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22679439#p22679439"">wrote</a>:</cite>Eli winked at Kaasaras. He was helpful and respectful, even though she was, at this point, a drunken cow. She went up to his ear and belched, chuckling afterwards. ""Who are you to say I'm not sober?"" she demanded. She yawned deeply. ""I like you"" she whispered. This was true, she now viewed Kaasaras as her only friend, despite how short amount of time they knew each other.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""And I like you."" Kaasaras said sweetly from his young and lightly painted grey face, his horns surprising shining a bit in the evening sun. Hmm, shinier than he thought. Still heaving her in his arms ease, he looked down at her Elven face with a smile, walking back to the quarters where he first became well acquainted with her. ""And regardless of whether or not you are sober, you are sleepy. And I'm not letting you drink more and get more hungover than you already will be.""</div></blockquote><br/>Eli yawned and fell asleep in Kaasaras' arms. When she was asleep, she looked so innocent. But when she was in her sleep, she would jitter and stutter in fear. When she was asleep, all she ever drempt was of the day her mother was killed, and the day she got her scars. She never appeared comfortable when she slept, and more often than not she would cry whilst asleep."
4369,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=275,2014-12-05T10:58:00,The Armed Republic of Dutch Coolness,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Samantha Deloffre</span><br/><br/>Samantha nodded as Arsam spoke. ""Ah, I see. Indeed."" She stood up again, brushing some dust from her dress before continuing. ""Follow me."" Without waiting for a reply or looking backwards, she walked away, through the Keep's halls and walking up a several staircases, before finally reaching her room. She opened the door, gave a slight bow, and motioned for Arsam to enter, before walking inside herself, and closing the door. She turned the lock, and pulled the key out. ""Well, there we are. Nobody'll hear us here. Speak, Arsam."""
4370,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=275,2014-12-05T14:08:00,Illan,"<blockquote><div><cite>Val Halla <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22685449#p22685449"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Illan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22679680#p22679680"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""And I like you."" Kaasaras said sweetly from his young and lightly painted grey face, his horns surprising shining a bit in the evening sun. Hmm, shinier than he thought. Still heaving her in his arms ease, he looked down at her Elven face with a smile, walking back to the quarters where he first became well acquainted with her. ""And regardless of whether or not you are sober, you are sleepy. And I'm not letting you drink more and get more hungover than you already will be.""</div></blockquote><br/>Eli yawned and fell asleep in Kaasaras' arms. When she was asleep, she looked so innocent. But when she was in her sleep, she would jitter and stutter in fear. When she was asleep, all she ever drempt was of the day her mother was killed, and the day she got her scars. She never appeared comfortable when she slept, and more often than not she would cry whilst asleep.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Kaasaras grinned at the form he held in his hands. She was so innocent, serene, beautiful. Nothing lies the energetic one she met earlier. Carrying her through the quarters, the Qunari smiling incessantly still. It was so nice having an acquaintance like this, someone to care for and care for him. It was.....great.<br/><br/>The tall grey horned mage came upon the elf's quarters, and walked to it. Stains of gravy were still on the floor. He laid the ebony-haired elf in the sheets and covered her with them, being sure to keep her warm. Kaasaras leaned down to her as he laid her down, and kissed her cheek, ever so tenderly. She seemed so serene. He only wished the best for the elf."
4371,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=275,2014-12-05T14:26:00,Krugmar,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Senan</span><br/><br/>Senan closed his spellbook, feeling a little dissapointed in his notes over the years. They were lacking in both quality and quantity, he would definitely have to improve them. It seemed he was now alone in the Main Hall as far as he could see, so he grabbed his book and left the room. He felt tired after the mission and the studying had put him in a mood to sleep, though tonight he would have a more comfortable rest in a real bed in a mostly secure castle. He pulled through the maze of hallways, still not used to the layout of the castle and began heading for his quarters. He was hopeful of a future in this company, some of his comrades seemed worthy of praise, most were simply Kabethari to him and only one of them had proved Venak hol, though the Templar was not a bad person. It seemed like things would get better for Senan, though he knew that they could always get much, much worse."
4372,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=275,2014-12-05T14:39:00,SaintB,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Armed Republic of Dutch coolness <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22686142#p22686142"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Samantha Deloffre</span><br/><br/>Samantha nodded as Arsam spoke. ""Ah, I see. Indeed."" She stood up again, brushing some dust from her dress before continuing. ""Follow me."" Without waiting for a reply or looking backwards, she walked away, through the Keep's halls and walking up a several staircases, before finally reaching her room. She opened the door, gave a slight bow, and motioned for Arsam to enter, before walking inside herself, and closing the door. She turned the lock, and pulled the key out. ""Well, there we are. Nobody'll hear us here. Speak, Arsam.""</div></blockquote><br/>The Arcane Warrior sheathed his blade and and nodded at his commander. He stood and followed her to the upper stories in silence, keeping the occasional wary eye on the occasional contractor they encountered along the way but they all kept themselves busied and ignored them. When brought to the Samantha's room he raised an eyebrow slightly when she wasn't looking but regained his composure before she turned and bowed, a gesture he returned before following her inside and standing off to the side a bit while the door was closed and bolted. He stayed silent until bid otherwise, ""Its about the last job. I realize it was a much needed job that paid in good gold and even better labor Commander... but the client... he unnerved me. He had an aura about him, almost like that of the darkspawn. I confess madam warden I nearly attacked him.""<br/><br/>Even after the blight Arsam had had more than his share of encounters with hurlocks and their ilk and they left some traumas and some instincts that he would probably always carry, one of those was the instinct to strike first without question or mercy and that man had nearly instigated the same reaction, ""It wasn't quite the same thing though or I'm sure you would have been alerted since Wardens can sense the presence of the blight. But that man... there was something wrong about him, I felt it in my entire being. I don't trust that client, nor do I trust his workmen and I think we should extricate them from the castle grounds as soon as is prudent and hire our own crews to finish any future work.""<br/><br/>He paced back and forth as he spoke, clearly agitated though his voice was calm and even."
4373,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=275,2014-12-05T15:25:00,SaintB,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Armarzia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22681633#p22681633"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>SaintB <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22681119#p22681119"">wrote</a>:</cite>It seemed like mercenary work was a growth industry these days in the sense that the number of mercenaries was growing but despite all the conflicts going on the work for mercenaries was rare, or at least in this part of Ferelden, ""Then you'll want to speak with Warden Samantha Deloffre."" Arsam shouted back, ""Come on in and do mind the construction!""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Zedekiah walked past the gate and looked around at the inner workings of the keep, the sentry was right, the place was definitely under construction. Zedekiah turned back and shouted up the wall, ""How can I recognize this Samantha Deloffre and how can I find her?"" As Zedekiah looked around at the keep guessing and what it may look like in the future, he also speculated what mercenaries actually needed with such a keep. Zedekiah was sure that if it wasn't for the fact that the group was led by a warden, it would probably make any of the local lords quite uneasy having a random group of mercenaries fortify themselves nearby, especially with the recent events of the world.</div></blockquote><br/>Arsam didn't look directly at the man as he spoke, not wanting the torch he carried to ruin the night vision he had cultivated, ""Warden Delaforre is the tall woman with blond hair and green eyes, she has a scar on her chin. She's Ferelden so her accent won't stick out but I think I gave you enough to go on."""
4374,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=275,2014-12-05T18:45:00,New Armarzia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Zedekiah Dumarat</span><br/><br/>Zedekiah shouted back to the sentry, ""Thank you sir,"" before walking farther into the keep. It was night, though not too late. Looking around and knowing Samantha was the commander Zedekiah made the assumption she would be in the keep rather then outside with the work crews. As he walked through the grounds of the fort Zedekiah tried to make guesses as to what the group must have done to come across the money for all of this renovation. Hopefully it meant that Zedekiah would be able to make a decent living and figure out what to do wants he had the funds achieve any of his ambitions.<br/><br/>Zedekiah opened the doors to the main keep and entered the fairly empty halls of the fort. He wasn't sure of where this Warden would be, just her description. Seeing that there weren't many if any in this hall, Zedekiah decided to risk making a and first impression to avoid waiting the entire night by saying in a raised voice so the immediately adjacent rooms could hear, ""A guest has arrived to see the commander of the Shattered Blades, Warden Delaffore."" Not wanting to seem too intrusive, Zedekiah stayed close to the doors leading out of the keep."
4375,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=300,2014-12-06T07:42:00,The Armed Republic of Dutch Coolness,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Samantha Deloffre</span><br/><br/>Samantha listened to Arsam as he spoke, occasionally nodding worriedly. ""It is just as well you did not attack him, then. I do not know much of him or his fellows, and I don't doubt your skills, but they are dangerous - very much so. Tevintir. Your note on him and... the Darkspawn, and the Blight, is most interesting. Certainly, I found him to be a person most shady, but I did not sense anything to do with the Blight on him."" The Grey Warden walked over to the oaken table in her quarters, and rested her hands on its wooden surface, before continuing. ""I had assumed that he was part of some cult - the Tevintir Magisters are quite fond of those, I've heard - and that this Elder One is some sort of leader to them. Shady, but nothing too important. Let the Tevintir destroy themselves if they like, so to say. Darkspawn, though.. Hmm. I would like to imagine he has journeyed into the Deep Roads recently, looking for his artifact, thus explaining this.. feeling you had. I can not be certain, however, and fully agree. As soon as they are finished, their workmen shall leave. Is there anything else?""<br/><br/>Samantha heard her name called out as she descended the stairs, a while after speaking with Arsam. She entered the hall, and looked around, seeing a man standing there. ""Yes?"""
4376,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=300,2014-12-06T16:06:00,SaintB,"Arsam nodded at the commander when she spoke and considered what she said and her mention of no feeling off of the man. If the grey wardens weren't alerted it couldn't have been blight taint then but to Arsam the feeling was still similar to the feeling he got around darkspawn; pure malicious evil. So if it wasn't blight taint what would it be then? He had heard rumors that in Kirkwall certain mages had had a negative reaction when around the red lyrium that drove the Knight-Commander insane, but to his knowledge that was all the red lyrium anyone had ever seen in the history of Thedas. Though, what if there was more out there, and that mysterious stranger had some of it on his person?<br/><br/>He didn't have time to bring his thoughts up to Samantha before she was called away on other business. He had taken enough of her time for now anyway and decided he would try to look into this himself - there were a few people from Kirkwall in the company so perhaps they would know something about the rumors. It was at least a place to start."
4377,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=300,2014-12-07T00:43:00,New Armarzia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Zedekiah Dumarat</span><br/><br/>Zedekiah saw the blonde woman with green eyes enter the hall and respond to his call. Zedekiah immediately took his helmet off as to show his face remove any ideas of hostility before dipping his head and partially bowing while saying, ""Warden Deloffre I presume, it is an honor to meet. Colleagues of yours in Orlais have only positive to say about you."" Zedekahi raised his head and pulled his hair out of his eyes that fell when he bowed. He walked over to the warden while saying, ""I am the former champion of the current Grand Duke of Orlais..."" which he said with quite a bit of pride save for the word former which he said much more quietly. ""...My name is Zedekiah of Dumarat family of Tevintir.""<br/><br/>When he reached Samantha he handed over a sealed letter with a wax seal containing the crest of the wardens. He gave a soft smile towards the woman in an awkward attempt to seem more friendly, before this day he was extremely, but now he truly felt disgraced given recent events. He also knew that most people besides dwarves immediately had negative opinions of those of tevintir given and slaves. ""This is a letter from a Grey Warden in Orlais, forgive me, as I did not catch her name. From what I understand this letter should explain my situation, especially recent events and why I am no longer the champion of The Grand Duke. After deciding it was best that I shouldn't be conscripted into the Wardens she sent me to you to inquire about the possibility that I join your, uh, band of mercenaries."" His tone started with regret and pain as he once again mentioned his failings and then turned to concern as he reached the end as he currently had no idea what to do at this point. Every other opportunity he had was gone at this point."
4378,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=300,2014-12-07T05:36:00,The Armed Republic of Dutch Coolness,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Samantha Deloffre</span><br/><br/>Samantha nodded as the man introduced himself, and smiled at his mentioning of her colleagues. Interesting. Even more interesting was that the man had been champion of the Orlesian Grand Duke Gaspard - had been - and that he hailed from Tevintir. Very interesting, indeed. She took the letter Zedekiah handed her, breaking the seal of the Grey Wardens on it, and started reading. It explained the situation the man was in, and why he was here, in quite some detail. After finishing reading the letter, she looked up, and spoke.<br/><br/>""Well, sir, there is definitely a possibility that you can join this band of mercenaries. Indeed, there are still spare rooms available, too. In fact, I'd say there's most definitely one ready for you.. Take it, an come the dawn, see if you haven't changed your mind. If you haven't, I'd say you're as much a part of the Shattered Blades as any of us. Come, follow me.""<br/><br/>She led Zedekiah upstairs, towards one of the rooms that had not been taken yet. Bidding the Tevintir man a good night, she retired to her own quarters, laying down on her bed for some well-earned rest. The following morning, when she woke up, she found that it had stopped snowing, and that the sun was shining. A good day. Changing into another dress - she did like dresses - she climbed upstairs into the keep, where they kept several crows, to see if there was any news, certain that the rest would be waking up soon, too. The workmen were almost finished, now, seemingly not having slept during the night. The Castle looked better than ever - or at least better than it had looked for a long time."
4379,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=300,2014-12-07T06:47:00,SaintB,"Arsam had already risen with the sun and had begun his morning meditation. He had opened his window to let the frigid mountain air and morning sunlight into the room and perched naked on his bed as he cleared his mind and focused his will. The Arcane Warrior sat still for the better part of an hour before suddenly standing up off the bed and beginning his stretches as if on autopilot and let his mind kick back into gear. Today's agenda was to try and speak with the two men from Kirkwall. Trant was a former Templar and probably knew the most about red lyrium of anyone here though Arsam believed that still wasn't much and Adrian was a young warrior from a noble family who might have information or connections he could share with him.<br/><br/>It all seemed like a lot for a simple hunch but Arsam decided it sounded like a way to keep occupied while he wasn't working. It would also allow him to do some research, something he hadn't done in years and who knew; perhaps he might learn something valuable to someone but what he would do with that knowledge was currently beyond him now. A rumble in his stomach reminded him that he had yet to eat this morning and interrupted his thought process as well as his stretching. With a grunt to himself he resolved that his stomach was to empty to wait and so he threw on a pair of breeches, a tunic, and some slippers to head for the main hall wherein lie the kitchen."
4380,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=300,2014-12-07T07:00:00,Val Halla,"Eli woke up with a pounding headache, due to all the wine she had drunk the night before. She put on a finely woven dress, picked up her bag and went outside. The weather had seriously improved from yesterday, the heat was just right. She left the castle and went into some nearby trees, wielding a sharp hunting knife. Fortunately, there appeared to be no hostile wildlife nearby. She went out and dug up a lute that she had hidden away a few days ago. It was stolen from a nobleman in Amaranthine, and she did not want any of his men top find it. She carried the lute with her back to the castle, picking up some herbs as she went. She sat down in the courtyard and started playing a melodic tune, singing along with a graceful voice."
4381,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=300,2014-12-07T09:35:00,Argentarino,"Freyan Gratien had been wandering the newly renovated Keep, staring in awe at how quickly the workers hired by their shady employer had done their work. He had just walked out of his room when he saw Samantha walking a man up to his level. A Tevinter, by the looks of him. Freyan was curious as to what brought a Tevinter to the Keep of the Shattered Blades, but for the moment, he would be respectful. He walked over to the Tevinter and, with a slight bow, introduced himself. ""Good day, monsieur. I am Freyan Gratien, former Chevalier Captain--er, and current member of the Shattered Blades. Pleased to make your acquaintance."""
4382,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=300,2014-12-07T10:52:00,New Armarzia,"As Samantha took her leave after showing Zedekiah to his room, a man with an Orlesian accent approached and introduced himself. A Chevalier, this nation was one of the last places Zedekiah expected to find one of those, though the word 'former' implied something came up which would explain it. Zedekiah returned the bow and responded, ""It certainly is a pleasure to meet you, I am the former champion of Grand Duke Gaspard and my name is Zedekiah of the Dumurat family of Tevintir."" Zedekiah momentarily let slip a frown due to how many times he had said he was the former champion so far. ""And I suppose I am to be a new member of the Shattered Blades."""
4383,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=300,2014-12-07T11:44:00,Krugmar,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Senan</span><br/><br/>Senan felt warmth spread across his face, light began piercing his eyes and making them shake about. He slowly opened them and pushed himself up, yawning as he did it. He stretched out his shoulders, then his arms and yawned once more. It was a new day and he felt very refreshed and eager to get to work. He pulled on his undergarments, then his quite loose and tattered trousers. Around his waist he clasped his<span style=""font-style: italic"">shendyt</span>, a kilt used for Saarebas. Around this he tied a grey sash and then pulled on his boots. He linked the rusty chains through the holes in his<span style=""font-style: italic"">shendyt</span>and, after pulling it over his head, linked it with his large shoulder piece. He pulled on his gloves, complete with mostly broken chains attached to them, then attached his spellbook to his side. His outfit was surprisingly light, despite the bulky, chained and overall heavy look.<br/><br/>He grabbed his staff and left his room, making sure that it was locked. He began to head to the Main Hall. Senan hoped that they would be on a mission today, they needed more money for renovations and a Library was on the top of his list. He just hoped that others would share his sentiments, though a library would likely be opposed by the more martial inclined of the group. Hopefully compromises could be made."
4384,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=300,2014-12-07T14:05:00,SaintB,"<blockquote><div><cite>Krugmar <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22711384#p22711384"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Senan</span><br/><br/>Senan felt warmth spread across his face, light began piercing his eyes and making them shake about. He slowly opened them and pushed himself up, yawning as he did it. He stretched out his shoulders, then his arms and yawned once more. It was a new day and he felt very refreshed and eager to get to work. He pulled on his undergarments, then his quite loose and tattered trousers. Around his waist he clasped his <span style=""font-style: italic"">shendyt</span>, a kilt used for Saarebas. Around this he tied a grey sash and then pulled on his boots. He linked the rusty chains through the holes in his <span style=""font-style: italic"">shendyt</span> and, after pulling it over his head, linked it with his large shoulder piece. He pulled on his gloves, complete with mostly broken chains attached to them, then attached his spellbook to his side. His outfit was surprisingly light, despite the bulky, chained and overall heavy look.<br/><br/>He grabbed his staff and left his room, making sure that it was locked. He began to head to the Main Hall. Senan hoped that they would be on a mission today, they needed more money for renovations and a Library was on the top of his list. He just hoped that others would share his sentiments, though a library would likely be opposed by the more martial inclined of the group. Hopefully compromises could be made.</div></blockquote><br/>In the main hall Arsam was placing a kettle on the main table. Inside was hot porridge with some handfuls of dried apples from the pantry and crumbled bits of cinnamon bark from his own spell components. As the Qunari came down the stairs Arsam was scooping some for himself into a wooden bowl and looked toward him, ""Breakfast.""<br/><br/>To emphasize his one word invitation to Senan he banged the ladle against the of the side of the cooking pot and took a seat on one of the benches that flanked the table."
4385,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=300,2014-12-07T14:15:00,TotallyNotEvilLand,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Roman Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22683874#p22683874"">wrote</a>:</cite>Trant slowly woke up with a splitting headache, It wasn't The next day, But They had been out For awhile. He noticed his arm was around something, He slowly opened his eyes and found Melova next To him in The Same bed. He flipped, out rolled out of The bed and yelled, ""What The hell! ""</div></blockquote><br/>Melova awoke with a snort, squinting around as she heard some yelling. She was comfortable, and... well, this certainly wasn't her tent. And that certainly wasn't the lice in the sheets shouting at her. She promptly hopped out of the bed and looked at her company. That... one guy she ended up drinking with. She looked down, and, satisfied she had her clothes on, yelled ""Bye!"" and bolted out of the room in an undignified manner, shoving her way past a few people before ducking into her tent. What time was it? She didn't even take the time to look up. After a few minutes spent catching her breath from the sprint, she looked out the entrance to her tent... Good, it was morning. Slowly and quietly, she traipsed her way towards the main hall."
4386,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=300,2014-12-07T14:16:00,Krugmar,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Senan</span><br/><br/>Senan nodded at Arsam and put his staff up against the wall. He walked over towards the kettle and poured some of the porridge into a wooden bowl, being careful not to spill it. He walked over with his porridge and sat opposite Arsam. He stared at the porridge for a second, then looked up and said ""Shanedan Kabethari, I am Senan"". Senan could not remember whether he had told this human his name, though he had a feeling he had not. He took a sip of the hot porridge, he had no left it for long enough and it slightly burned in his mouth, yet not complaint arose from Senan."
4387,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=300,2014-12-07T14:21:00,Val Halla,Eli went back inside after practicing with her lute. She threw it over her shoulder like a bow and went into the main hall. She wasn't particularly hungry so she just picked up an apple and sat down on a small table in the corner. She lay her lute down on the floor with her small pack of herbs. She used her hunting knife to chop the apple in half but it got stuck deep in the table and she couldn't pull it out. She was definitely not strong enough to do so.
4388,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=300,2014-12-07T14:25:00,SaintB,"<blockquote><div><cite>Krugmar <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22713719#p22713719"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Senan</span><br/><br/>Senan nodded at Arsam and put his staff up against the wall. He walked over towards the kettle and poured some of the porridge into a wooden bowl, being careful not to spill it. He walked over with his porridge and sat opposite Arsam. He stared at the porridge for a second, then looked up and said ""Shanedan Kabethari, I am Senan"". Senan could not remember whether he had told this human his name, though he had a feeling he had not. He took a sip of the hot porridge, he had no left it for long enough and it slightly burned in his mouth, yet not complaint arose from Senan.</div></blockquote><br/>""Arsam, Arsam Belgar."" he replied to Senan, ""I had not caught your name yet. The company grows so fast and many of the other older members don't always want to talk to me so I usually keep to myself.""<br/><br/>The mage scooped some porridge up with his spoon and dumped it off, idly watching the clump of hot grains plop back into the rest of his bowl. It was still too hot for him to eat. Arsam wasn't exactly unfriendly but not many would call him friendly either, you could take or leave him how he was and he generally did not seem to care."
4389,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=300,2014-12-07T14:40:00,Krugmar,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Senan</span><br/><br/>Senan took another sip of the porridge, it was not bad, especially compared to what he had been forced to eat in other mercenary bands. ""Few in the past have wished to speak with me, Saarebas and Qunari creates much distrust. Kabethari have a deep hatred of the Qun, which is understandable"" said Senan. He could understand where this Kabethari, Arsam, was coming from. Senan knew too well what it was like to be an outsider, even with his own people he had been cast out.<br/><br/>""I am eager to understand my comrades, what is your role within this band... Arsam?"" asked Senan. Senan could not think what Arsam meant, though Bas rarely had names that designated roles. It was a shame, it was much easier to know someone once you knew their role."
4390,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=300,2014-12-07T14:59:00,SaintB,"Arsam finally took some of the food into his mouth and chewed on the apple peace, he swallowed before speaking again, ""I'm a bit of an oddity. I'm artillery - talented in destructive primal magic my entire life but I'm also good enough with a sword to rival just about anyone in the company. I guess you could say that I'm valued because I can fit in to nearly any plan.""<br/><br/>He took another mouthful of food and studied the Qunari's reaction, a lot of people didn't believe him when he described his niche."
4391,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=300,2014-12-07T15:08:00,Krugmar,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Senan</span><br/><br/>Senan nodded when he heard the Kabethari describe his role, before saying ""I am pleased to have comrades with such mastery fighting alongside me. As for myself, I am a Senan, in your tongue healer. Though I do dabble in the School of Entropy and I have recently begun studying into the Discipline of Death"". Senan was eager to see a reaction, if any, to the Discipline of Death being mentioned. He was unsure how acceptable the Kabethari found it. Senan had been slightly surprised when he heard Arsam talk of his skill with a sword, but his experience with Kaasaras had shown him that this was possible. Senan himself preferred to remain further away from those trying to kill him, his clumsy swinging of his staff in the cave had told him that physical fighting was not possible for him."
4392,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=300,2014-12-07T15:14:00,SaintB,"<blockquote><div><cite>Krugmar <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22714545#p22714545"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Senan</span><br/><br/>Senan nodded when he heard the Kabethari describe his role, before saying ""I am pleased to have comrades with such mastery fighting alongside me. As for myself, I am a Senan, in your tongue healer. Though I do dabble in the School of Entropy and I have recently begun studying into the Discipline of Death"". Senan was eager to see a reaction, if any, to the Discipline of Death being mentioned. He was unsure how acceptable the Kabethari found it. Senan had been slightly surprised when he heard Arsam talk of his skill with a sword, but his experience with Kaasaras had shown him that this was possible. Senan himself preferred to remain further away from those trying to kill him, his clumsy swinging of his staff in the cave had told him that physical fighting was not possible for him.</div></blockquote><br/>""Healing, Entropy, and Death hmm?"" he asked as he mulled it over, ""It sounds like you aspire to be master over the body.""<br/><br/>Another bite of food and a further line of question, ""So Death as in the way that the Navarrine practice it? The bodies of the dead being brought back as tools for the living and etcetera?"""
4393,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=300,2014-12-07T15:22:00,Krugmar,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Senan</span><br/><br/>""That is correct, returning the dead through the use of wisps. Though it has some other applications such as the walking bomb, though I doubt our comrades will enjoy being soaked in blood"" said Senan. It was always refreshing to speak with another mage, few others understood the hardships and fewer still understood what they would be talking about. Senan took another sip of his porridge, it was beginning to cool down now."
4394,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=300,2014-12-07T17:48:00,Argentarino,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Armarzia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22710605#p22710605"">wrote</a>:</cite>As Samantha took her leave after showing Zedekiah to his room, a man with an Orlesian accent approached and introduced himself. A Chevalier, this nation was one of the last places Zedekiah expected to find one of those, though the word 'former' implied something came up which would explain it. Zedekiah returned the bow and responded, ""It certainly is a pleasure to meet you, I am the former champion of Grand Duke Gaspard and my name is Zedekiah of the Dumurat family of Tevintir."" Zedekiah momentarily let slip a frown due to how many times he had said he was the former champion so far. ""And I suppose I am to be a new member of the Shattered Blades.""</div></blockquote><br/>Freyan kept his resolve upon the mentioning of Grand Duke Gaspard, and simply smiled. ""A champion - pardon,<span style=""font-style: italic"">former</span>champion - of the Grand Duke? My, you must have some stories. And you just came from Orlais? Tell me, is the Grand Duke or one of his cronies in the Chevaliers still looking for a...certain Chevalier? Ah, where are my manners, welcome to the Shattered Blades! I have been here three months, and I assure you, you will come to like it, especially since the keep is going under renovations."""
4395,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=300,2014-12-07T18:20:00,Val Halla,"Eli sighed upon realising that she wasn't going to get help with her knife. She picked up her lute and grabbed another apple, before returning to her room to further practise with her lute. The door was slightly open, leaving the melodic notes to stream through. She had plenty of practise with the lute in the past, so her skills were very high. Her voice was beautiful and elegant. She would have been able to find work at a court, bit given her scars and the fact that she was an orphan, meant this was not to be. It was odd how she could sing so well, given that she was a loner, with little talking ability."
4396,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=300,2014-12-07T18:40:00,New Armarzia,"""Thank you um...Freyan? I certainly hope my time here will be a enjoyable one,"" stared Zedekiah unsure of how to address a former chevalier. ""And I do have quite a few stories, though most of them are from my time leading men of the Imperium against the Qunari when I served my family as a military commander. Sadly the title of champion was just a title, I was like a prize or trophy to the Grand Duke to be shown off since the way I fight with a sword is pleasing to some eyes,"" responded Zedekiah. ""Not that I objected to the situation, I liked the Grand Duke and I had quite a comfortable lifestyle, until my past as a member of Tevintir and the fact that I, uh, owned slaves brought an end to all that. But you have my apologies, I am going off on a tangent. I can't say I know of anyone who is wanted besides myself."""
4397,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=300,2014-12-08T13:21:00,Illan,"Kaasaras hadn't slept that night, he never felt like he needed to, really. He really only needed to sleep about once a week. Was it his old conditioning in the Qun? The Lyrium and magical abilities in him? Who knew, and he didn't ponder it. He had more time to pick up on what he didn't do during the day: study. After he laid the small elf woman to bed, he went to his quarters, an scrounged around his belongings for, well, books. He had gathered a slight few magic books in his travels; he studied some, then got rid of them, as he only had so much room in his pack. The book he decided to study now was a study on Spirit Magic: particularly harmless and actually helping and healing spells. He had a desire in the back of his mind to actually learn such magic throughly, more awakened by his enjoyable moments he shared with Elianora the previous day as well as healing that mannerly Orlesian Chevalier. It was nice; being able to help and not just burn, electrocute, or freeze everything. Healing and helping<span style=""font-style: italic"">was</span>nice, it was beyond nice.<br/><br/>Now it was morning, and he was quite deep into his studies with the book. Walking out of hai quarters finally, book still in his hand and reading while he walked. His studies were interrupted, albeit not unpleasantly, by soothing singing and playing of what Kaasaras thought was a lure. He traced the sound to the room of the same elf as yesterday, and he opened the door slowly to watch as he leaned in the doorway. His book was still open in his large palms, but he ceased reading. He just silently watched her play for a few minutes, smiling at the pleasant sound.<br/><br/>""That sounds beautiful."" The Qunari stated, breaking his own silence at last."
4398,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=300,2014-12-08T13:32:00,Val Halla,"<blockquote><div><cite>Illan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22726276#p22726276"">wrote</a>:</cite>Kaasaras hadn't slept that night, he never felt like he needed to, really. He really only needed to sleep about once a week. Was it his old conditioning in the Qun? The Lyrium and magical abilities in him? Who knew, and he didn't ponder it. He had more time to pick up on what he didn't do during the day: study. After he laid the small elf woman to bed, he went to his quarters, an scrounged around his belongings for, well, books. He had gathered a slight few magic books in his travels; he studied some, then got rid of them, as he only had so much room in his pack. The book he decided to study now was a study on Spirit Magic: particularly harmless and actually helping and healing spells. He had a desire in the back of his mind to actually learn such magic throughly, more awakened by his enjoyable moments he shared with Elianora the previous day as well as healing that mannerly Orlesian Chevalier. It was nice; being able to help and not just burn, electrocute, or freeze everything. Healing and helping <span style=""font-style: italic"">was</span> nice, it was beyond nice.<br/><br/>Now it was morning, and he was quite deep into his studies with the book. Walking out of hai quarters finally, book still in his hand and reading while he walked. His studies were interrupted, albeit not unpleasantly, by soothing singing and playing of what Kaasaras thought was a lure. He traced the sound to the room of the same elf as yesterday, and he opened the door slowly to watch as he leaned in the doorway. His book was still open in his large palms, but he ceased reading. He just silently watched her play for a few minutes, smiling at the pleasant sound.<br/><br/>""That sounds beautiful."" The Qunari stated, breaking his own silence at last.</div></blockquote><br/>Eli gasped and turned around. She was fortunate that it was Kaasaras. She smiled at him. ""Th-thank you"" she responded, blushing as a result of the compliment. ""I have been learning the lute for a long time. This one belonged to a-um"". She hesitated to answer. ""I stole it from a noble in Amaranthine. I had to hide so that he didn't find me. I'd be strung up for sure,"" she continued. She put down her lute and looked in the mirror. She looked around for her brush, but could not find it. ""Do you have a spare hair brush?"" she asked, immediately regretting asking that question. Why would he have a hair brush?She looked under the desk and couldn't find it. ""Damn!"""
4399,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=300,2014-12-08T13:42:00,Illan,"<blockquote><div><cite>Val Halla <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22726401#p22726401"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Illan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22726276#p22726276"">wrote</a>:</cite>Kaasaras hadn't slept that night, he never felt like he needed to, really. He really only needed to sleep about once a week. Was it his old conditioning in the Qun? The Lyrium and magical abilities in him? Who knew, and he didn't ponder it. He had more time to pick up on what he didn't do during the day: study. After he laid the small elf woman to bed, he went to his quarters, an scrounged around his belongings for, well, books. He had gathered a slight few magic books in his travels; he studied some, then got rid of them, as he only had so much room in his pack. The book he decided to study now was a study on Spirit Magic: particularly harmless and actually helping and healing spells. He had a desire in the back of his mind to actually learn such magic throughly, more awakened by his enjoyable moments he shared with Elianora the previous day as well as healing that mannerly Orlesian Chevalier. It was nice; being able to help and not just burn, electrocute, or freeze everything. Healing and helping <span style=""font-style: italic"">was</span> nice, it was beyond nice.<br/><br/>Now it was morning, and he was quite deep into his studies with the book. Walking out of hai quarters finally, book still in his hand and reading while he walked. His studies were interrupted, albeit not unpleasantly, by soothing singing and playing of what Kaasaras thought was a lure. He traced the sound to the room of the same elf as yesterday, and he opened the door slowly to watch as he leaned in the doorway. His book was still open in his large palms, but he ceased reading. He just silently watched her play for a few minutes, smiling at the pleasant sound.<br/><br/>""That sounds beautiful."" The Qunari stated, breaking his own silence at last.</div></blockquote><br/>Eli gasped and turned around. She was fortunate that it was Kaasaras. She smiled at him. ""Th-thank you"" she responded, blushing as a result of the compliment. ""I have been learning the lute for a long time. This one belonged to a-um"". She hesitated to answer. ""I stole it from a noble in Amaranthine. I had to hide so that he didn't find me. I'd be strung up for sure,"" she continued. She put down her lute and looked in the mirror. She looked around for her brush, but could not find it. ""Do you have a spare hair brush?"" she asked, immediately regretting asking that question. Why would he have a hair brush?She looked under the desk and couldn't find it. ""Damn!""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Don't worry, Eli, I won't sentence you to a hanging for a stolen lute. I'm not the mos law abiding man myself. Besides, you play it very beautifully."" Kaasaras said, grinning and sitting down on the bed there, looking over at her in the mirror. ""And I certainly won't hurt you if you took it from a noble; I've pissed off my fair share of them. Most of them don't like me because I'm tall, grey, and have horns. They're just racists. Most of them."" The Qunari said, motioning her over to sit next to him.<br/><br/>""Come here, I don't have a brush, but I have a....way with hair, I suppose. Don't ask. I could braid it, if you wish."" Kaasaras said in a welcome and pleasant tone, closing his book and setting it to the side.<br/><br/>""I won't bite, don't worry. Especially not at you."""
4400,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=325,2014-12-08T13:52:00,Val Halla,"<blockquote><div><cite>Illan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22726514#p22726514"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Val Halla <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22726401#p22726401"">wrote</a>:</cite>Eli gasped and turned around. She was fortunate that it was Kaasaras. She smiled at him. ""Th-thank you"" she responded, blushing as a result of the compliment. ""I have been learning the lute for a long time. This one belonged to a-um"". She hesitated to answer. ""I stole it from a noble in Amaranthine. I had to hide so that he didn't find me. I'd be strung up for sure,"" she continued. She put down her lute and looked in the mirror. She looked around for her brush, but could not find it. ""Do you have a spare hair brush?"" she asked, immediately regretting asking that question. Why would he have a hair brush?She looked under the desk and couldn't find it. ""Damn!""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Don't worry, Eli, I won't sentence you to a hanging for a stolen lute. I'm not the mos law abiding man myself. Besides, you play it very beautifully."" Kaasaras said, grinning and sitting down on the bed there, looking over at her in the mirror. ""And I certainly won't hurt you if you took it from a noble; I've pissed off my fair share of them. Most of them don't like me because I'm tall, grey, and have horns. They're just racists. Most of them."" The Qunari said, motioning her over to sit next to him.<br/><br/>""Come here, I don't have a brush, but I have a....way with hair, I suppose. Don't ask. I could braid it, if you wish."" Kaasaras said in a welcome and pleasant tone, closing his book and setting it to the side. <br/><br/>""I won't bite, don't worry. Especially not at you.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Oh, OK."" Eli sat down, letting Kaasaras braid her hair. ""I am from Amaranthine you know. Or rather was. won't be able to go back. No taht I see that as a problem. the place makes me-"" Eli began to weep. ""Sorry."" She covered her eyes, as if attempting to hide away from her problems. It was never going to work. She began to bite down on her tongue to stop her doing so, and it started to bleed."
4401,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=325,2014-12-08T13:55:00,SaintB,"<blockquote><div><cite>Krugmar <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22714774#p22714774"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Senan</span><br/><br/>""That is correct, returning the dead through the use of wisps. Though it has some other applications such as the walking bomb, though I doubt our comrades will enjoy being soaked in blood"" said Senan. It was always refreshing to speak with another mage, few others understood the hardships and fewer still understood what they would be talking about. Senan took another sip of his porridge, it was beginning to cool down now.</div></blockquote><br/>Arsam shook his head, ""I've seen it in action, nobody appreciates getting covered in the blood and entrails of someone.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Nobody</span>. I've also seen the virulent version of the spell in action, it accidentally infected one of the people we were working with, the results were not good."" he suppressed a shudder -but just barely- thinking about it, ""It is a spell that is far better at shaking the moral of enemies than any I've seen but it seems a bit excessive to me.. This is coming from a man who took out a whole cavalry charge with a magical storm.""<br/><br/>He had temporarily lost his appetite thinking about what the walking bomb spell could do to a living being."
4402,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=325,2014-12-08T14:00:00,Illan,"<blockquote><div><cite>Val Halla <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22726635#p22726635"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Illan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22726514#p22726514"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""Don't worry, Eli, I won't sentence you to a hanging for a stolen lute. I'm not the mos law abiding man myself. Besides, you play it very beautifully."" Kaasaras said, grinning and sitting down on the bed there, looking over at her in the mirror. ""And I certainly won't hurt you if you took it from a noble; I've pissed off my fair share of them. Most of them don't like me because I'm tall, grey, and have horns. They're just racists. Most of them."" The Qunari said, motioning her over to sit next to him.<br/><br/>""Come here, I don't have a brush, but I have a....way with hair, I suppose. Don't ask. I could braid it, if you wish."" Kaasaras said in a welcome and pleasant tone, closing his book and setting it to the side. <br/><br/>""I won't bite, don't worry. Especially not at you.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Oh, OK."" Eli sat down, letting Kaasaras braid her hair. ""I am from Amaranthine you know. Or rather was. won't be able to go back. No taht I see that as a problem. the place makes me-"" Eli began to weep. ""Sorry."" She covered her eyes, as if attempting to hide away from her problems. It was never going to work. She began to bite down on her tongue to stop her doing so, and it started to bleed.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Kaasaras began to actually proficiently braid her ebony locks of hair with his large hands. It was soft, well kept. Unlike his rather rough hair. Then again, Qunari weren't known for their hair; their horns were much more prominent. But they were shining slightly, so there's that.<br/><br/>While he was doing the braiding, he heard her talking of her home back in Amaranthine. He continued to braid the black hair, actually almost finishing it before he heard her behind to cry. He was clearly disheartened by this; it truly began to break his heart hearing this innocent elf weep. He stopped the braiding and simply pulled the elf into an embrace; quietly holding her save for a few whispers.<br/><br/>""Don't apologize, Elianora. I understand."""
4403,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=325,2014-12-08T14:05:00,Val Halla,"<blockquote><div><cite>Illan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22726751#p22726751"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Val Halla <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22726635#p22726635"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Oh, OK."" Eli sat down, letting Kaasaras braid her hair. ""I am from Amaranthine you know. Or rather was. won't be able to go back. No taht I see that as a problem. the place makes me-"" Eli began to weep. ""Sorry."" She covered her eyes, as if attempting to hide away from her problems. It was never going to work. She began to bite down on her tongue to stop her doing so, and it started to bleed.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Kaasaras began to actually proficiently braid her ebony locks of hair with his large hands. It was soft, well kept. Unlike his rather rough hair. Then again, Qunari weren't known for their hair; their horns were much more prominent. But they were shining slightly, so there's that. <br/><br/>While he was doing the braiding, he heard her talking of her home back in Amaranthine. He continued to braid the black hair, actually almost finishing it before he heard her behind to cry. He was clearly disheartened by this; it truly began to break his heart hearing this innocent elf weep. He stopped the braiding and simply pulled the elf into an embrace; quietly holding her save for a few whispers.<br/><br/>""Don't apologize, Elianora. I understand.""</div></blockquote><br/>""OK"" she whispered. Kaasaras' presence helped her quickly regain her composure. He was a kind man, worthy of trust. ""Can you help me?"" she asked. ""My family knife is stuck in a table. I can't get it out and I don't want anyone to take it"". This was a basic request. It was a good way, she thought, to level the atmosphere."
4404,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=325,2014-12-08T14:06:00,Argentarino,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Armarzia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22717598#p22717598"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Thank you um...Freyan? I certainly hope my time here will be a enjoyable one,"" stared Zedekiah unsure of how to address a former chevalier. ""And I do have quite a few stories, though most of them are from my time leading men of the Imperium against the Qunari when I served my family as a military commander. Sadly the title of champion was just a title, I was like a prize or trophy to the Grand Duke to be shown off since the way I fight with a sword is pleasing to some eyes,"" responded Zedekiah. ""Not that I objected to the situation, I liked the Grand Duke and I had quite a comfortable lifestyle, until my past as a member of Tevintir and the fact that I, uh, owned slaves brought an end to all that. But you have my apologies, I am going off on a tangent. I can't say I know of anyone who is wanted besides myself.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Noticing his awkwardness, Freyan smiled and placed a hand on Zedekiah's shoulder. ""Please, we are Orlesians - or you are in my eyes. There is no need for formalities between us. Just Freyan is fine. Believe me, my friend, until you have the entire Chevalier Order rearing for a go at you, you don't know the half of it. You must know by now that the Orlesian nobles view all beneath them as their slaves. Slavery may be illegal, but...well, you just have to look at the Alienages to see that that is not entirely true."""
4405,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=325,2014-12-08T14:15:00,Illan,"<blockquote><div><cite>Val Halla <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22726796#p22726796"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Illan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22726751#p22726751"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Kaasaras began to actually proficiently braid her ebony locks of hair with his large hands. It was soft, well kept. Unlike his rather rough hair. Then again, Qunari weren't known for their hair; their horns were much more prominent. But they were shining slightly, so there's that. <br/><br/>While he was doing the braiding, he heard her talking of her home back in Amaranthine. He continued to braid the black hair, actually almost finishing it before he heard her behind to cry. He was clearly disheartened by this; it truly began to break his heart hearing this innocent elf weep. He stopped the braiding and simply pulled the elf into an embrace; quietly holding her save for a few whispers.<br/><br/>""Don't apologize, Elianora. I understand.""</div></blockquote><br/>""OK"" she whispered. Kaasaras' presence helped her quickly regain her composure. He was a kind man, worthy of trust. ""Can you help me?"" she asked. ""My family knife is stuck in a table. I can't get it out and I don't want anyone to take it"". This was a basic request. It was a good way, she thought, to level the atmosphere.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Of course I can, Eli."" Kaasaras whispered, releasing his rather tight yet gentle embrace of her. It was nice to see her out of that moment, and back to that kind, sweethearted elf girl he came to truly love being around. ""Where is this table at? I can get it out easily, I'm sure."""
4406,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=325,2014-12-08T14:22:00,Val Halla,"<blockquote><div><cite>Illan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22726926#p22726926"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Val Halla <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22726796#p22726796"">wrote</a>:</cite>""OK"" she whispered. Kaasaras' presence helped her quickly regain her composure. He was a kind man, worthy of trust. ""Can you help me?"" she asked. ""My family knife is stuck in a table. I can't get it out and I don't want anyone to take it"". This was a basic request. It was a good way, she thought, to level the atmosphere.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Of course I can, Eli."" Kaasaras whispered, releasing his rather tight yet gentle embrace of her. It was nice to see her out of that moment, and back to that kind, sweethearted elf girl he came to truly love being around. ""Where is this table at? I can get it out easily, I'm sure.""</div></blockquote><br/>""It's in the Great Hall, in a corner. I don't like going in there"". This seemed quite obvious, due to her social anxiousness. She still felt compelled to follow him though. She liked him, and he made her calm. Their friendship was based off more than mutual understanding. ""I- will come with you. She linked arms with him, gripping as tightly as she could, mainly out of pure fear of going there."
4407,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=325,2014-12-08T14:30:00,Illan,"<blockquote><div><cite>Val Halla <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22727035#p22727035"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Illan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22726926#p22726926"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""Of course I can, Eli."" Kaasaras whispered, releasing his rather tight yet gentle embrace of her. It was nice to see her out of that moment, and back to that kind, sweethearted elf girl he came to truly love being around. ""Where is this table at? I can get it out easily, I'm sure.""</div></blockquote><br/>""It's in the Great Hall, in a corner. I don't like going in there"". This seemed quite obvious, due to her social anxiousness. She still felt compelled to follow him though. She liked him, and he made her calm. Their friendship was based off more than mutual understanding. ""I- will come with you. She linked arms with him, gripping as tightly as she could, mainly out of pure fear of going there.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Then stay close to me if you are coming; I'll hold you if I must."" Kaasaras stated, not objecting to locking arms in the slightest as he began to walk out of the room. He didn't realize, or really care at the moment, that he left his spell book on the bed. Making sure the smaller elf was as close as possible, he walked out of the hallway. The Qunari truly enjoyed the company of Elianora more than much things as of recent. Even further back, back when he was in the Qun. He felt a bit of loneliness deep down from a lack of anyone close to him since he became Saarebas, even if it was just a friend. It felt like she could fill that gap.<br/><br/>He walked down the hallway of the Keep, towards the Great Hall, still locking arms with Elianora like a vice."
4408,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=325,2014-12-08T15:48:00,Krugmar,"<blockquote><div><cite>SaintB <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22726677#p22726677"">wrote</a>:</cite>Arsam shook his head, ""I've seen it in action, nobody appreciates getting covered in the blood and entrails of someone. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Nobody</span>. I've also seen the virulent version of the spell in action, it accidentally infected one of the people we were working with, the results were not good."" he suppressed a shudder -but just barely- thinking about it, ""It is a spell that is far better at shaking the moral of enemies than any I've seen but it seems a bit excessive to me.. This is coming from a man who took out a whole cavalry charge with a magical storm.""<br/><br/>He had temporarily lost his appetite thinking about what the walking bomb spell could do to a living being.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Senan</span><br/><br/>Senan nodded as Arsam spoke, this was a Kabethari who knew the horror involved in fighting and not just a meathead looking for glory. ""I would have to agree with you Kabethari-Arsam, the benefits of breaking enemy morale are weighed down by breaking own party morale"" said Senan. He pulled out his spellbook from his side and turned to the page where the notes on the bomb spell were held, he quickly wrote down what Arsam had stated, gave the name of the notes author and dated it.<br/><br/>Senan was always eager to chat with experienced mages, though he himself was not an amateur being one of the few Spirit Healers, it was always good to chat about spells and their potential merits and demerits. Senan spoke again, eager to change the subject slightly and learn more, ""You say that you are mostly a primordial Sa- Mage, do you specialise within one of the three disciplines or have you chosen to master them all?""."
4409,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=325,2014-12-08T15:49:00,Val Halla,"<blockquote><div><cite>Illan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22727145#p22727145"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Val Halla <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22727035#p22727035"">wrote</a>:</cite>""It's in the Great Hall, in a corner. I don't like going in there"". This seemed quite obvious, due to her social anxiousness. She still felt compelled to follow him though. She liked him, and he made her calm. Their friendship was based off more than mutual understanding. ""I- will come with you. She linked arms with him, gripping as tightly as she could, mainly out of pure fear of going there.</div></blockquote><br/> <br/>""Then stay close to me if you are coming; I'll hold you if I must."" Kaasaras stated, not objecting to locking arms in the slightest as he began to walk out of the room. He didn't realize, or really care at the moment, that he left his spell book on the bed. Making sure the smaller elf was as close as possible, he walked out of the hallway. The Qunari truly enjoyed the company of Elianora more than much things as of recent. Even further back, back when he was in the Qun. He felt a bit of loneliness deep down from a lack of anyone close to him since he became Saarebas, even if it was just a friend. It felt like she could fill that gap. <br/><br/>He walked down the hallway of the Keep, towards the Great Hall, still locking arms with Elianora like a vice.</div></blockquote><br/>Eli looked up at the large Qunari, with red eyes. If she was lucky, there would be nobody in the Great Hall. These were the people she would be working with, yet she fled at them trying to talk to her. Kaasaras had basically been her means of talking to them. She kept her terth digging into her tongue, now with blood almost flowing out. Her anxiety was getting the better of her, and she hadn't even encountered anyone. Her hair was still unfinished, but that was not her main concern. He anxiety meant she couldn't talk, even to Kaasaras. She looked up at him again, still not noticing the blood coming from her mouth."
4410,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=325,2014-12-08T17:57:00,New Armarzia,"Zedekiah thought carefully as to how to answer, he completely agreed with Freyan that many of the other nations had their own versions of slaves, but just didn't admit to it like Tevintir. With a smile Zedekiah responded, ""Yes, I am sadly quite familiar with the nobles' views on such things. One of the parts of the job of champion I did not enjoy as much. I thought the Magisters of the Imperium were bad, but Orleans have a whole 'game' for their political struggles."" Zedekiah chuckled as he said it. The many descriptions and recounting of experiences of Orlais were nothing like what Zedekiah experienced in the court of the Grand Duke. ""And I am sure being in the presence of slaver once employed by the ever so popular Grand Duke will surely help you with those Chevaliers."" The thought of slaves did remind Zedekiah of the fact that he was forced to leave his three slaves behind which he had the full intention of getting back one day."
4411,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=325,2014-12-08T20:03:00,SaintB,"<blockquote><div><cite>Krugmar <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22728200#p22728200"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>SaintB <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22726677#p22726677"">wrote</a>:</cite>Arsam shook his head, ""I've seen it in action, nobody appreciates getting covered in the blood and entrails of someone. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Nobody</span>. I've also seen the virulent version of the spell in action, it accidentally infected one of the people we were working with, the results were not good."" he suppressed a shudder -but just barely- thinking about it, ""It is a spell that is far better at shaking the moral of enemies than any I've seen but it seems a bit excessive to me.. This is coming from a man who took out a whole cavalry charge with a magical storm.""<br/><br/>He had temporarily lost his appetite thinking about what the walking bomb spell could do to a living being.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Senan</span><br/><br/>Senan nodded as Arsam spoke, this was a Kabethari who knew the horror involved in fighting and not just a meathead looking for glory. ""I would have to agree with you Kabethari-Arsam, the benefits of breaking enemy morale are weighed down by breaking own party morale"" said Senan. He pulled out his spellbook from his side and turned to the page where the notes on the bomb spell were held, he quickly wrote down what Arsam had stated, gave the name of the notes author and dated it.<br/><br/>Senan was always eager to chat with experienced mages, though he himself was not an amateur being one of the few Spirit Healers, it was always good to chat about spells and their potential merits and demerits. Senan spoke again, eager to change the subject slightly and learn more, ""You say that you are mostly a primordial Sa- Mage, do you specialise within one of the three disciplines or have you chosen to master them all?"".</div></blockquote><br/>""Every discipline, and every circle is different. In my circle at Kinloch Hold we had four elements. Most have three, the circle at Kirkwall utilizes all four but groups theirs into two branches and only partially teaches them. We have earth, fire, cold - sometimes called water, and lightning. I hold the greatest affinity toward fire and lightning, the two more volatile elements. I have a little bit of ability with earth, I can hurl a pebble and turn it into a boulder and cause some tremors but not much more than that and I am weakest in ice. I once made a beverage cold and I can make snow turn to ice but that's as far as I peaked in that.""<br/><br/>He ate some more porridge, thinking about something other than gruesome explosions made his stomach less queasy, ""But if you want to know my specialty, its actually more passive than elemental spells. I'm an Arcane Warrior, I use my magic to enhance my combat abilities, ancient elven magic. Once upon a time Arcane Warriors were trained as mages and as warriors making them supernaturally good fighters. As someone who spent most of the early part of my life locked up in a tower I'm probably just about the equal of most of the best trained swordsmen. There are better out there, there are better here."" he said realistically, ""Its not uncommon amongst the Dalish but as far as humans go I think I may be the only one, one of the few for sure."""
4412,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=325,2014-12-08T21:29:00,Illan,"<blockquote><div><cite>Val Halla <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22728224#p22728224"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Illan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22727145#p22727145"">wrote</a>:</cite> <br/>""Then stay close to me if you are coming; I'll hold you if I must."" Kaasaras stated, not objecting to locking arms in the slightest as he began to walk out of the room. He didn't realize, or really care at the moment, that he left his spell book on the bed. Making sure the smaller elf was as close as possible, he walked out of the hallway. The Qunari truly enjoyed the company of Elianora more than much things as of recent. Even further back, back when he was in the Qun. He felt a bit of loneliness deep down from a lack of anyone close to him since he became Saarebas, even if it was just a friend. It felt like she could fill that gap. <br/><br/>He walked down the hallway of the Keep, towards the Great Hall, still locking arms with Elianora like a vice.</div></blockquote><br/>Eli looked up at the large Qunari, with red eyes. If she was lucky, there would be nobody in the Great Hall. These were the people she would be working with, yet she fled at them trying to talk to her. Kaasaras had basically been her means of talking to them. She kept her terth digging into her tongue, now with blood almost flowing out. Her anxiety was getting the better of her, and she hadn't even encountered anyone. Her hair was still unfinished, but that was not her main concern. He anxiety meant she couldn't talk, even to Kaasaras. She looked up at him again, still not noticing the blood coming from her mouth.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Kaasaras could seemingly sense the nervousness coming from the small elf, she was positively shaking while he held her arm. When she looked up at his grey and horned face, he frowned. He was still crying, or just ceased crying, and her mouth had crimson in it from her own forceful biting.<br/><br/>""Eli, hun...."" Kaasaras whispered, getting on one knee and finding the same handkerchief she used to clean her lip yesterday, yet it had since been cleaned up, and wiped the tears of her face away. ""It's alright, it's alright. No one is going to hurt you, okay? It'll be alright, I promise.<span style=""font-style: italic"">I promise.</span>"" Kaasaras said with the most soothing, soft, and caring tone he had. Cleaning her lips off from her blood, he folded the cloth up and tucked into his pocket. It could be used later, he might as well hold onto it. The Qunari's heart was even more broken seeing her like this, even more with her hurting herself to the point she bled.<br/><br/>""Trust me, sweetie, nothing will hurt you. I swear on my life."" Kaasaras said in the same tone as his previous statement, holding her hands so tenderly in his own larger ones as he looked into the small elf's beautiful eyes."
4413,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=325,2014-12-09T11:57:00,Val Halla,"<blockquote><div><cite>Illan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22732863#p22732863"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Val Halla <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22728224#p22728224"">wrote</a>:</cite>Eli looked up at the large Qunari, with red eyes. If she was lucky, there would be nobody in the Great Hall. These were the people she would be working with, yet she fled at them trying to talk to her. Kaasaras had basically been her means of talking to them. She kept her terth digging into her tongue, now with blood almost flowing out. Her anxiety was getting the better of her, and she hadn't even encountered anyone. Her hair was still unfinished, but that was not her main concern. He anxiety meant she couldn't talk, even to Kaasaras. She looked up at him again, still not noticing the blood coming from her mouth.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Kaasaras could seemingly sense the nervousness coming from the small elf, she was positively shaking while he held her arm. When she looked up at his grey and horned face, he frowned. He was still crying, or just ceased crying, and her mouth had crimson in it from her own forceful biting.<br/><br/>""Eli, hun...."" Kaasaras whispered, getting on one knee and finding the same handkerchief she used to clean her lip yesterday, yet it had since been cleaned up, and wiped the tears of her face away. ""It's alright, it's alright. No one is going to hurt you, okay? It'll be alright, I promise. <span style=""font-style: italic"">I promise.</span>"" Kaasaras said with the most soothing, soft, and caring tone he had. Cleaning her lips off from her blood, he folded the cloth up and tucked into his pocket. It could be used later, he might as well hold onto it. The Qunari's heart was even more broken seeing her like this, even more with her hurting herself to the point she bled.<br/><br/>""Trust me, sweetie, nothing will hurt you. I swear on my life."" Kaasaras said in the same tone as his previous statement, holding her hands so tenderly in his own larger ones as he looked into the small elf's beautiful eyes.</div></blockquote><br/>Eli smiled at Kaasaras with red teeth. She could not help but grip onto his arm tighter. She opened her mouth to say something but couldn't. She looked down at the floor so Kaasaras couldn't see her sadness. She was deeply sad, and though Kaasaras' presence could help, there was still a lingering depression in her mind as she dug her nails into her hand."
4414,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=325,2014-12-09T12:15:00,Illan,"<blockquote><div><cite>Val Halla <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22737653#p22737653"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Illan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22732863#p22732863"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Kaasaras could seemingly sense the nervousness coming from the small elf, she was positively shaking while he held her arm. When she looked up at his grey and horned face, he frowned. He was still crying, or just ceased crying, and her mouth had crimson in it from her own forceful biting.<br/><br/>""Eli, hun...."" Kaasaras whispered, getting on one knee and finding the same handkerchief she used to clean her lip yesterday, yet it had since been cleaned up, and wiped the tears of her face away. ""It's alright, it's alright. No one is going to hurt you, okay? It'll be alright, I promise. <span style=""font-style: italic"">I promise.</span>"" Kaasaras said with the most soothing, soft, and caring tone he had. Cleaning her lips off from her blood, he folded the cloth up and tucked into his pocket. It could be used later, he might as well hold onto it. The Qunari's heart was even more broken seeing her like this, even more with her hurting herself to the point she bled.<br/><br/>""Trust me, sweetie, nothing will hurt you. I swear on my life."" Kaasaras said in the same tone as his previous statement, holding her hands so tenderly in his own larger ones as he looked into the small elf's beautiful eyes.</div></blockquote><br/>Eli smiled at Kaasaras with red teeth. She could not help but grip onto his arm tighter. She opened her mouth to say something but couldn't. She looked down at the floor so Kaasaras couldn't see her sadness. She was deeply sad, and though Kaasaras' presence could help, there was still a lingering depression in her mind as she dug her nails into her hand.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Elianora, I promise you, it will be alright now. I'm here."" Kaasaras said in the same sincere and soothing tone, gently tilting her head up so he could face her. It was slowly breaking his heart, seeing her get so shook up. It truly did.<br/><br/>""Just trust me."" The Qunari whispered in that tone, following with a gentle kiss to her forehead."
4415,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=325,2014-12-09T12:42:00,Val Halla,"<blockquote><div><cite>Illan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22737934#p22737934"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Val Halla <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22737653#p22737653"">wrote</a>:</cite>Eli smiled at Kaasaras with red teeth. She could not help but grip onto his arm tighter. She opened her mouth to say something but couldn't. She looked down at the floor so Kaasaras couldn't see her sadness. She was deeply sad, and though Kaasaras' presence could help, there was still a lingering depression in her mind as she dug her nails into her hand.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Elianora, I promise you, it will be alright now. I'm here."" Kaasaras said in the same sincere and soothing tone, gently tilting her head up so he could face her. It was slowly breaking his heart, seeing her get so shook up. It truly did.<br/><br/>""Just trust me."" The Qunari whispered in that tone, following with a gentle kiss to her forehead.</div></blockquote><br/>Eli blushed as Kaasaras kissed her forehead. This made her happier, although she was still not the most happy person in the world.""We should get to the hall quickly. And thank you."" responded Eli, trying to mask a smile. She felt better, but she still needed to go to the hall to get her knife, whether she liked it or not."
4416,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=325,2014-12-09T12:54:00,Illan,"<blockquote><div><cite>Val Halla <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22738284#p22738284"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Illan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22737934#p22737934"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""Elianora, I promise you, it will be alright now. I'm here."" Kaasaras said in the same sincere and soothing tone, gently tilting her head up so he could face her. It was slowly breaking his heart, seeing her get so shook up. It truly did.<br/><br/>""Just trust me."" The Qunari whispered in that tone, following with a gentle kiss to her forehead.</div></blockquote><br/>Eli blushed as Kaasaras kissed her forehead. This made her happier, although she was still not the most happy person in the world.""We should get to the hall quickly. And thank you."" responded Eli, trying to mask a smile. She felt better, but she still needed to go to the hall to get her knife, whether she liked it or not.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""There's more where that came from, Elianora."" Kaasaras said with a smile, before realizing how ridiculous he sounded. ""You don't need to thank me, you're more important to me than all else in the world right now."" The Qunari said kindly, standing up and helping her stand as well. It was good he helped cheer her up a bit, in his eyes. In fact, it was great. He's was incredibly happy to be able to help others, especially Elianora. And he thought he was just a tool of war and destruction a week ago.<br/><br/>""Come, let's get going. We can have more sweet moments in a bit."" Kaasaras said sweetly, gripping her hand tightly and with compassion."
4417,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=325,2014-12-09T13:28:00,Val Halla,"<blockquote><div><cite>Illan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22738430#p22738430"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Val Halla <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22738284#p22738284"">wrote</a>:</cite>Eli blushed as Kaasaras kissed her forehead. This made her happier, although she was still not the most happy person in the world.""We should get to the hall quickly. And thank you."" responded Eli, trying to mask a smile. She felt better, but she still needed to go to the hall to get her knife, whether she liked it or not.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""There's more where that came from, Elianora."" Kaasaras said with a smile, before realizing how ridiculous he sounded. ""You don't need to thank me, you're more important to me than all else in the world right now."" The Qunari said kindly, standing up and helping her stand as well. It was good he helped cheer her up a bit, in his eyes. In fact, it was great. He's was incredibly happy to be able to help others, especially Elianora. And he thought he was just a tool of war and destruction a week ago. <br/><br/>""Come, let's get going. We can have more sweet moments in a bit."" Kaasaras said sweetly, gripping her hand tightly and with compassion.</div></blockquote><br/>Eli wrapped her arms around Kaasaras to the best of her ability, but this would not be easy because of the size contrast. She lead him to the table she had got her knife stuck in. Fortunately, nobody had taken it. ""It's stuck in deep. Can you try and get it out?"" she asked, hoping not to sound to pathetic for what happened. It was a very sharp knife, capable of making very deep lacerations. He would have to be careful he didn't grab the blade, or blood would go everywhere. The sharpness of the blade was definitely a good thing though. It could cut through anything and was probably the only thing that saved her when the drake pounced on her."
4418,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=325,2014-12-09T13:38:00,Illan,"<blockquote><div><cite>Val Halla <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22738780#p22738780"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Illan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22738430#p22738430"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""There's more where that came from, Elianora."" Kaasaras said with a smile, before realizing how ridiculous he sounded. ""You don't need to thank me, you're more important to me than all else in the world right now."" The Qunari said kindly, standing up and helping her stand as well. It was good he helped cheer her up a bit, in his eyes. In fact, it was great. He's was incredibly happy to be able to help others, especially Elianora. And he thought he was just a tool of war and destruction a week ago. <br/><br/>""Come, let's get going. We can have more sweet moments in a bit."" Kaasaras said sweetly, gripping her hand tightly and with compassion.</div></blockquote><br/>Eli wrapped her arms around Kaasaras to the best of her ability, but this would not be easy because of the size contrast. She lead him to the table she had got her knife stuck in. Fortunately, nobody had taken it. ""It's stuck in deep. Can you try and get it out?"" she asked, hoping not to sound to pathetic for what happened. It was a very sharp knife, capable of making very deep lacerations. He would have to be careful he didn't grab the blade, or blood would go everywhere. The sharpness of the blade was definitely a good thing though. It could cut through anything and was probably the only thing that saved her when the drake pounced on her.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Kaasaras smiled at her practically glueing herself to him, trying his best to be an anchor for her. He walked over to where the knife was embedded in the table, and looked over it for a second. It was sharp for certain, and very well made. And it made quite the hole in the table, really. It seemed a bit bloody still, from their encounters yesterday with the drakes. Speaking of dragon-like beings, he still had his egg. It was perfectly healthy, and was still incredibly fascinating to him. The draconology-interested Qunari couldn't wait for it to hatch.<br/><br/><br/>Kaasaras wrapped a single hand around the hadle of the blade embedded in the table, and give a firm motion upward. The knife came out easily, and he presented it to her with slight pride."
4419,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=325,2014-12-09T14:11:00,Val Halla,"<blockquote><div><cite>Illan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22738884#p22738884"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Val Halla <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22738780#p22738780"">wrote</a>:</cite>Eli wrapped her arms around Kaasaras to the best of her ability, but this would not be easy because of the size contrast. She lead him to the table she had got her knife stuck in. Fortunately, nobody had taken it. ""It's stuck in deep. Can you try and get it out?"" she asked, hoping not to sound to pathetic for what happened. It was a very sharp knife, capable of making very deep lacerations. He would have to be careful he didn't grab the blade, or blood would go everywhere. The sharpness of the blade was definitely a good thing though. It could cut through anything and was probably the only thing that saved her when the drake pounced on her.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Kaasaras smiled at her practically glueing herself to him, trying his best to be an anchor for her. He walked over to where the knife was embedded in the table, and looked over it for a second. It was sharp for certain, and very well made. And it made quite the hole in the table, really. It seemed a bit bloody still, from their encounters yesterday with the drakes. Speaking of dragon-like beings, he still had his egg. It was perfectly healthy, and was still incredibly fascinating to him. The draconology-interested Qunari couldn't wait for it to hatch.<br/><br/><br/>Kaasaras wrapped a single hand around the hadle of the blade embedded in the table, and give a firm motion upward. The knife came out easily, and he presented it to her with slight pride.</div></blockquote><br/>Eli carefully placed her knife in a sheath under the dress's sleeve. She had always carried this as a quick for of defense, although it was largely a hunting knife. In it was engraved a strange pattern, perhaps an ancient language. She never got to find out. ""Please, if we go into a city, can you take me to get this looked at?"" she asked. The knife was somewhat mysterious. It looked like it could belong to a Dalish elf, and for all she knew, it did. She clutched onto Kaasaras, and lead him back to her quarters, where she washed her knife and continued to play her lute. She noticed a book on the bed, presumably his. ""I think this is yours. You can continue with my hair now,"" she said, as she continued top play the lute, her delicate fingers perfectly in tune."
4420,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=325,2014-12-09T14:30:00,Illan,"<blockquote><div><cite>Val Halla <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22739259#p22739259"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Illan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22738884#p22738884"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Kaasaras smiled at her practically glueing herself to him, trying his best to be an anchor for her. He walked over to where the knife was embedded in the table, and looked over it for a second. It was sharp for certain, and very well made. And it made quite the hole in the table, really. It seemed a bit bloody still, from their encounters yesterday with the drakes. Speaking of dragon-like beings, he still had his egg. It was perfectly healthy, and was still incredibly fascinating to him. The draconology-interested Qunari couldn't wait for it to hatch.<br/><br/><br/>Kaasaras wrapped a single hand around the hadle of the blade embedded in the table, and give a firm motion upward. The knife came out easily, and he presented it to her with slight pride.</div></blockquote><br/>Eli carefully placed her knife in a sheath under the dress's sleeve. She had always carried this as a quick for of defense, although it was largely a hunting knife. In it was engraved a strange pattern, perhaps an ancient language. She never got to find out. ""Please, if we go into a city, can you take me to get this looked at?"" she asked. The knife was somewhat mysterious. It looked like it could belong to a Dalish elf, and for all she knew, it did. She clutched onto Kaasaras, and lead him back to her quarters, where she washed her knife and continued to play her lute. She noticed a book on the bed, presumably his. ""I think this is yours. You can continue with my hair now,"" she said, as she continued top play the lute, her delicate fingers perfectly in tune.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Kaasaras caught a glance of the rune-like writings on the blade. He considered himself to be proficient in many magic related topics or such things, but these are unfamiliar. It couldn't even be magic to his knowledge. ""Yes, I will certainly do as such. The runes look vaguely 'Vint in origin, but I am likely wrong. Tevinter is distinctive; this doesn't look entirely Tevinter.""<br/><br/>The Qunari walked back to her quarters with her, and sat back on the soft bed as she had before. His book was right next to him, and he heard her remark about it.<br/>""Yes, it is mine, but it can wait. I'd much rather focus on you now."" He whispered soothingly in her ear, slowly taking her ebony hair in his hands and continuing his braiding. It looked actually very nice and well done. Kaasaras then heard Elianora play her beautiful song on that Amaranthine lute. By the Qun he used to follow, it was the most pleasant thing he heard in a longer time.<br/><br/>""You play beautifully, Elianora. Oh so beautifully."""
4421,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=325,2014-12-09T15:00:00,Val Halla,"<blockquote><div><cite>Illan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22739536#p22739536"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Val Halla <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22739259#p22739259"">wrote</a>:</cite>Eli carefully placed her knife in a sheath under the dress's sleeve. She had always carried this as a quick for of defense, although it was largely a hunting knife. In it was engraved a strange pattern, perhaps an ancient language. She never got to find out. ""Please, if we go into a city, can you take me to get this looked at?"" she asked. The knife was somewhat mysterious. It looked like it could belong to a Dalish elf, and for all she knew, it did. She clutched onto Kaasaras, and lead him back to her quarters, where she washed her knife and continued to play her lute. She noticed a book on the bed, presumably his. ""I think this is yours. You can continue with my hair now,"" she said, as she continued top play the lute, her delicate fingers perfectly in tune.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Kaasaras caught a glance of the rune-like writings on the blade. He considered himself to be proficient in many magic related topics or such things, but these are unfamiliar. It couldn't even be magic to his knowledge. ""Yes, I will certainly do as such. The runes look vaguely 'Vint in origin, but I am likely wrong. Tevinter is distinctive; this doesn't look entirely Tevinter.""<br/><br/>The Qunari walked back to her quarters with her, and sat back on the soft bed as she had before. His book was right next to him, and he heard her remark about it. <br/>""Yes, it is mine, but it can wait. I'd much rather focus on you now."" He whispered soothingly in her ear, slowly taking her ebony hair in his hands and continuing his braiding. It looked actually very nice and well done. Kaasaras then heard Elianora play her beautiful song on that Amaranthine lute. By the Qun he used to follow, it was the most pleasant thing he heard in a longer time.<br/><br/>""You play beautifully, Elianora. Oh so beautifully.""</div></blockquote><br/>Elianora chuckled. ""You give me too much credit, Kaasaras,"" responded Elianora. She missed a note, and cursed the lute. ""Do you want to go hunting?"" asked Eli. She would be far away from the castle, and she could spend some time in the fresh air with her friend. ""The sun is out, the weather will be nice."" She wanted him to go with her. She was planning on going hunting anyway, she wanted to get some meat for food."
4422,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=325,2014-12-09T15:10:00,Krugmar,"<blockquote><div><cite>SaintB <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22731779#p22731779"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Every discipline, and every circle is different. In my circle at Kinloch Hold we had four elements. Most have three, the circle at Kirkwall utilizes all four but groups theirs into two branches and only partially teaches them. We have earth, fire, cold - sometimes called water, and lightning. I hold the greatest affinity toward fire and lightning, the two more volatile elements. I have a little bit of ability with earth, I can hurl a pebble and turn it into a boulder and cause some tremors but not much more than that and I am weakest in ice. I once made a beverage cold and I can make snow turn to ice but that's as far as I peaked in that.""<br/><br/>He ate some more porridge, thinking about something other than gruesome explosions made his stomach less queasy, ""But if you want to know my specialty, its actually more passive than elemental spells. I'm an Arcane Warrior, I use my magic to enhance my combat abilities, ancient elven magic. Once upon a time Arcane Warriors were trained as mages and as warriors making them supernaturally good fighters. As someone who spent most of the early part of my life locked up in a tower I'm probably just about the equal of most of the best trained swordsmen. There are better out there, there are better here."" he said realistically, ""Its not uncommon amongst the Dalish but as far as humans go I think I may be the only one, one of the few for sure.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Senan</span><br/><br/>Senan listened as Arsam explained the differences between circles, one of the key areas he did not understand in Kabethari life. His interest peaked when he heard Arsam describe the nature of Arcane Warriors, while he was speaking he quickly found a new page in his spell-book, titled it<span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Arcane Warrior</span>and began scribbling down what Arsam was saying. When Arsam finished he looked up and said ""This fascinates me, my own Vehl, in your tongue mentor, had limited experience in many of these fields and so my own knowledge is limited."". Senan wrote down Arsams name under the date, his location and then dated it, having his spell-book well catalogued and organised was very important to him.<br/><br/>""I hope you do not mind that I write down your knowledge on the subject, I feel strongly about documenting all information I learn though If you object I can erase it"" he said. Senan was very aware that some mages grew offended if their knowledge was used or written down without their permission, though Arsam didn't seem like a snobby circle mage or paranoid apostate."
4423,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=325,2014-12-10T00:17:00,The Armed Republic of Dutch Coolness,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Samantha Deloffre</span><br/><br/>Samantha hopped down the staircases of the Keep, making her way to the Hall, a rolled piece of parchment in her hands. She made her way to one of the seats, and began eating her breakfast, starting with some bread as she opened the roll. ""Hmm."" she said to herself, mouth full. Once she had finished the bread, she stood up, looking around.<br/><br/>""Say, have any of you ever attended an Orlesian ball?<span style=""font-style: italic"">Non?</span>You will have soon. We're going to one. So exciting! I wonder how many nobles will end with a dagger in their back. Anyways... We've been hired by a certain Madame, hmm.. something, as she is convinced someone will assassinate her son during the ball. We will pose as her distantly related cousin from Ferelden, there on her invitation, and this cousin's retinue... So, I suggest we start deciding on who will play as who. The Qunari will no doubt play their act as guards, but for the rest of us.. Well, I've always wanted to be a noblewoman, but we'll have to find something for the rest of you, eh?"""
4424,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=325,2014-12-10T00:40:00,New Armarzia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Next Morning</span><br/><br/>Zedekiah got up from what he believed was a well-deserved night's rest. He came down to the Hall, not knowing where else this group would gather and was relieved to find some who he assumed would be members of the mercenary group. He hadn't met many, and only two of them for sure, Freyan and Samantha. But he saw the latter and felt safe in his assumption. He took in the sight of the hall before stepping forward, but immediately froze when he caught sight of the Qunari. His hand reflexively went for his weapon, but when he grabbed his hilt he stopped himself as he saw the Quanari doing no harm, at the moment. He moved his hand from his hilt and hoped no one saw his display of hostility as he was off to the side. He muttered, ""All types must be mercenaries,"" with quite a bit of venom before standing on the other side of the table Samantha sat at, but at the opposite side of her to the Quanari.<br/><br/>He listened in as she made mention to what their next mission and his first mission would involve. Zedekiah was a bit concerned when he heard the location given his circumstances, but waited for her to finish. When she finished Zedekiah went ahead and spoke particularly to her as he did know any of the others, ""Lady Deloffre..."" began Zedekiah out of habit from the Orlesian court he used to serve, though he did not realize it as he continued ""...Who else do you know will be attending this ball, given my uh, let's say situation..."" Zedekiah had no intentions of out right sharing his predicament to people he did not know, feeling safe in sharing it with Freyan only due to the similar circumstance ""...and along with Freyan's circumstances, their may be complications depending on the guests at this ball. I personally do not the exacts of my situation, only that the agents of my former employer stopped their hunt when they knew I was in the presence of Orlesian Wardens."""
4425,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=350,2014-12-10T07:59:00,Asyir,"Willhelm woke up upon his bed. He did not remember how he came to get there, as his last thought had been of him sitting in his office. Regardless of how he came to get there, he donned a blue and white robe, and began to arm himself in his warden armor. He picked up his sword scabbard, and saw the ruby pommel. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">A fine sword. The only thing my father gave me as I left him and forsake my duties as an heir.</span>""<br/><br/>He strapped the sword onto his belt, and placed his plain grey iron dagger on his right hip. Soon, he strapped on his bow across his back with his quiver of arrows. He put his cloak over his head, and left his large room. He heard voices down in the hall below, and overheard some conversation. He approached the staircase, and slowly descended down the stone incline, his armor clanking as he took step after step down the spiral staircase.<br/><br/>Eventually he arrived in the great hall. He saw the company eating breakfast, and the female warden barking out orders for a next assignment. As quietly as he could, Willhelm gathered up some food and ale, and sat alone at a corner table, listening to the others."
4426,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=350,2014-12-10T11:49:00,Val Halla,"Eli left her room and donned a hood. She went in the general direction of loud noise, presuming something was happening. She heard the leader Samantha talking about an ""assignment"". She explained, or it least from what Eli could tell, that they were assassinating an Orlesian noble. This sounded very Orlesian to her. After hearing her mention that people would need something to do, Eli thought of a way she could do so. ""I- I could be a lady-in-waiting,"" she proposed. "" I can play the lute, and I am very young. I think I could pass as such"". This was all true. Her young beauty, and her natural affinity with the lute, she could perfectly in as one. Not to mention her ability to be almost silent, and her knife sharp enough to pierce any heart. She pulled down her hood, revealing her hair to make the proposal seem even more useful. Her hair was that like any lady-in-waiting would have. She took a bite out of an apple and sat down, rubbing the flat part of her knife against her hand."
4427,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=350,2014-12-10T12:06:00,New Rhodinia,"Cyrus came to in his room with no recollection of the nights before. He ran his hand across his face, still feeling the scars left from the raid, and quickly put on his mask to shield it. His train of thought disintegrated as he continued to gear up for today's mission - and his first.<br/><br/>He arrived in the great hall to find people scattered about, making conversation but all on the same topic. Cyrus again felt the urge to swing his weapon at the first person in sight, but batted it away just in time. He tried listening in on the mission in its entirety but among the miscellaneous banter of espionage, he only took in the fact that someone was going to die.<br/><br/>""Honestly, who cares about whether or not we do it as convoluted as possible when we can just slice their head off?"" Cyrus blurted out almost unwillingly. ""Job done, we go home, another target under our belt."""
4428,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=350,2014-12-10T12:15:00,Asyir,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Rhodinia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22749297#p22749297"">wrote</a>:</cite>Cyrus came to in his room with no recollection of the nights before. He ran his hand across his face, still feeling the scars left from the raid, and quickly put on his mask to shield it. His train of thought disintegrated as he continued to gear up for today's mission - and his first.<br/><br/>He arrived in the great hall to find people scattered about, making conversation but all on the same topic. Cyrus again felt the urge to swing his weapon at the first person in sight, but batted it away just in time. He tried listening in on the mission in its entirety but among the miscellaneous banter of espionage, he only took in the fact that someone was going to die.<br/><br/>""Honestly, who cares about whether or not we do it as convoluted as possible when we can just slice their head off?"" Cyrus blurted out almost unwillingly. ""Job done, we go home, another target under our belt.""</div></blockquote><br/>Willhelm smirked at this newcomers advice, or what Willhelm thought was an attempt at advice. The rogue warden was greatly amused so far this morning. Willhelm was glad men such as this newbie were never in charge of the company, their pride and arrogance often led to their deaths.<br/><br/>Willhelm finished eating, and quietly stacked his plates upon one another, and filled his mug with ale. The warden looked towards Samantha and the rest of the company. ""If we are truly going to Orlais, I have other ""side"" business to attend to while we are there. Therefore, I shall depart within the hour, and meet you at the location."""
4429,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=350,2014-12-10T12:28:00,The Armed Republic of Dutch Coolness,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Samantha Deloffre</span><br/><br/>""Minor nobles - nobody of importance. And even then.. Orlesian balls are masked, no? You should not find yourself in any trouble.""<br/>Samantha listened to Eli speak, and nodded in agreement. ""That's that sorted, then."" She eyed the newcomer - wotshisname - before shaking her head. ""I said she's convinced somebody will die at the ball, not that we're going to kill someone. We are going to<span style=""font-style: italic"">prevent</span>this from happening. Also, in unrelated news,"" she continued to no one in particular ""I've hired some people to continue work on the castle. Not the lot that's currently here, have no worries."""
4430,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=350,2014-12-10T13:05:00,SaintB,"<blockquote><div><cite>Krugmar <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22740090#p22740090"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>SaintB <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22731779#p22731779"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Every discipline, and every circle is different. In my circle at Kinloch Hold we had four elements. Most have three, the circle at Kirkwall utilizes all four but groups theirs into two branches and only partially teaches them. We have earth, fire, cold - sometimes called water, and lightning. I hold the greatest affinity toward fire and lightning, the two more volatile elements. I have a little bit of ability with earth, I can hurl a pebble and turn it into a boulder and cause some tremors but not much more than that and I am weakest in ice. I once made a beverage cold and I can make snow turn to ice but that's as far as I peaked in that.""<br/><br/>He ate some more porridge, thinking about something other than gruesome explosions made his stomach less queasy, ""But if you want to know my specialty, its actually more passive than elemental spells. I'm an Arcane Warrior, I use my magic to enhance my combat abilities, ancient elven magic. Once upon a time Arcane Warriors were trained as mages and as warriors making them supernaturally good fighters. As someone who spent most of the early part of my life locked up in a tower I'm probably just about the equal of most of the best trained swordsmen. There are better out there, there are better here."" he said realistically, ""Its not uncommon amongst the Dalish but as far as humans go I think I may be the only one, one of the few for sure.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Senan</span><br/><br/>Senan listened as Arsam explained the differences between circles, one of the key areas he did not understand in Kabethari life. His interest peaked when he heard Arsam describe the nature of Arcane Warriors, while he was speaking he quickly found a new page in his spell-book, titled it <span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Arcane Warrior</span> and began scribbling down what Arsam was saying. When Arsam finished he looked up and said ""This fascinates me, my own Vehl, in your tongue mentor, had limited experience in many of these fields and so my own knowledge is limited."". Senan wrote down Arsams name under the date, his location and then dated it, having his spell-book well catalogued and organised was very important to him.<br/><br/>""I hope you do not mind that I write down your knowledge on the subject, I feel strongly about documenting all information I learn though If you object I can erase it"" he said. Senan was very aware that some mages grew offended if their knowledge was used or written down without their permission, though Arsam didn't seem like a snobby circle mage or paranoid apostate.</div></blockquote><br/>Arsam shook his head, ""No I do not mind, just don't expect too much by way of explanation for how I work my magic in the manner I do. My training regimen was- for now let us say that it was not quite a classic style. I don't know much of the why or the how just that I can."" he said to Senan probably unhelpfully.<br/><br/>He finished his last bits of his meal as Samantha came down the stairs and announced the company's next job. He listened to the various discussions and ideas thrown around the room for ways to disguise the group and after a moment spoke up during a lull in the talking, ""It should be a small matter to get most or all of us in to the ball. We can arrive separately through different ways with different stories. I think it would be suspicious for a minor Fereldan Noble to arrive with a menagerie of more than a dozen people and qunari. 'Lady' Samantha's party should not number more than four or five and even that number is pushing it. Willhelm could easily leverage his position in the Grey Wardens as a means to gain access under the pretense of securing support for his order's noble cause. Most of us can be shoe-horned in as extra security which would give us the ability to move about the party armed and without drawing any attention. Others could pose as servants and caterers hired to handle the extra work involved in holding a ball. We have many options and I believe we should consider and utilize as many as is possible."""
4431,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=350,2014-12-10T13:51:00,Val Halla,"<blockquote><div><cite>SaintB <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22749899#p22749899"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Krugmar <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22740090#p22740090"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Senan</span><br/><br/>Senan listened as Arsam explained the differences between circles, one of the key areas he did not understand in Kabethari life. His interest peaked when he heard Arsam describe the nature of Arcane Warriors, while he was speaking he quickly found a new page in his spell-book, titled it <span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Arcane Warrior</span> and began scribbling down what Arsam was saying. When Arsam finished he looked up and said ""This fascinates me, my own Vehl, in your tongue mentor, had limited experience in many of these fields and so my own knowledge is limited."". Senan wrote down Arsams name under the date, his location and then dated it, having his spell-book well catalogued and organised was very important to him.<br/><br/>""I hope you do not mind that I write down your knowledge on the subject, I feel strongly about documenting all information I learn though If you object I can erase it"" he said. Senan was very aware that some mages grew offended if their knowledge was used or written down without their permission, though Arsam didn't seem like a snobby circle mage or paranoid apostate.</div></blockquote><br/>Arsam shook his head, ""No I do not mind, just don't expect too much by way of explanation for how I work my magic in the manner I do. My training regimen was- for now let us say that it was not quite a classic style. I don't know much of the why or the how just that I can."" he said to Senan probably unhelpfully.<br/><br/>He finished his last bits of his meal as Samantha came down the stairs and announced the company's next job. He listened to the various discussions and ideas thrown around the room for ways to disguise the group and after a moment spoke up during a lull in the talking, ""It should be a small matter to get most or all of us in to the ball. We can arrive separately through different ways with different stories. I think it would be suspicious for a minor Fereldan Noble to arrive with a menagerie of more than a dozen people and qunari. 'Lady' Samantha's party should not number more than four or five and even that number is pushing it. Willhelm could easily leverage his position in the Grey Wardens as a means to gain access under the pretense of securing support for his order's noble cause. Most of us can be shoe-horned in as extra security which would give us the ability to move about the party armed and without drawing any attention. Others could pose as servants and caterers hired to handle the extra work involved in holding a ball. We have many options and I believe we should consider and utilize as many as is possible.""</div></blockquote><br/>""I should remain in Samantha's company as her 'lady-in-waiting'"" proposed Elinaora. ""One of the Qunari should be guarding us, probably the one that looks the least like a mage. That would surely give us away. It would be best if the mages were the most discreet. We cannot afford anyone to know. Perhaps Trant could act as an escort, to either Samantha or the mages"". This plan was her best. While some members of the company would be able to fit in easily, others may not. It was obvious the mages should not be amred, and it would likely prove difficult to get them in. ""We should probably head to a tailor's before we arrive. Orlesians have their own styles, and I'm pretty sure nothing on the keep would fit. Noy to mention, the stuff I have would never fit in. And I'm not secretly trying to get my own fancy gown."""
4432,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=350,2014-12-10T14:08:00,Argentarino,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Armed Republic of Dutch coolness <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22749524#p22749524"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Samantha Deloffre</span><br/><br/>""Minor nobles - nobody of importance. And even then.. Orlesian balls are masked, no? You should not find yourself in any trouble.""<br/>Samantha listened to Eli speak, and nodded in agreement. ""That's that sorted, then."" She eyed the newcomer - wotshisname - before shaking her head. ""I said she's convinced somebody will die at the ball, not that we're going to kill someone. We are going to <span style=""font-style: italic"">prevent</span> this from happening. Also, in unrelated news,"" she continued to no one in particular ""I've hired some people to continue work on the castle. Not the lot that's currently here, have no worries.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Freyan had been getting ready for the trip as soon as Samantha had opened her mouth. He did not feel comfortable that Samantha was taking this a little too lightly. She had two men who were wanted in Orlais, for one crime or another. But, being loyal to Samantha, he made no open objections. He did do one thing though...he went down to the town and, upon finding what he wanted, he bought a spare mask. He would not wear the Gratien Family Mask to this ball. In Orlais, masks were a symbol of one's status and the status of their family. If he wore it, he would be discovered in an instant. So, with this common mask (and a spare for Zedekiah), he made his way back to the Keep. Maker help him, he would not start a fight. If he saw a Chevalier...it would be too close for comfort."
4433,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=350,2014-12-10T15:18:00,New Armarzia,"Zedekiah nodded in response, he was a bit concerned. While Zedekiah did not know the crimes of Freyan, his own involved counts of slavery and suspicion of being a spy for Tevintir. While Zedekiah wasn't entirely sure how severe these crimes were in Orlais, he couldn't imagine they were anything that were taken lightly. After others began making suggestions as to their own roles Zedekiah decided to chime in. ""If I may make a suggestion, Lady Deloffre. I believe my two...fellow Shattered Blades are correct, please do forgive me as I have not learned any of your names as of yet. Anything beyond five people may be a bit suspicious for a single group. Now if we are merely trying to prevent an assassination at this one ball, then causing suspicion with a large group would likely work in our favor and deter the assassination. But if we are trying to stop the assassin from ever assassinating this man, then it would be best to avoid suspicion.""<br/><br/>""Having two groups would probably work, and if one is under the guise of a group of Wardens, then that group could probably be at the ball with more arms and armor as would be expected from the order of fabled warriors. And I believe this young lady is correct, openly having mages would be detrimental to preventing suspicion. However, if we go with this man's idea of a group under the banner of the Wardens, we could freely put mages in that group without suspicion,a ny other mages would do best to be in positions to keep them out of attention or at least draw away from the fact that they are mages.""<br/><br/>""For myself, I would usually say that I could go under the guise of a guard, but my only suit of armor is unique and bears the crest of The Grand Duke. The masks of this ball will certainly help to hide my identity, though consider me paranoid, if for some reason my mask were to come off anyone who had been to the court of The Grand Duke may find my face familiar. A Tevintir among the court of a man who is generally opposed to outsiders is not a common sight. However, I defer to your judgement ma'am."""
4434,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=350,2014-12-10T16:14:00,Krugmar,"<blockquote><div><cite>SaintB <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22749899#p22749899"">wrote</a>:</cite>Arsam shook his head, ""No I do not mind, just don't expect too much by way of explanation for how I work my magic in the manner I do. My training regimen was- for now let us say that it was not quite a classic style. I don't know much of the why or the how just that I can."" he said to Senan probably unhelpfully.<br/><br/>He finished his last bits of his meal as Samantha came down the stairs and announced the company's next job. He listened to the various discussions and ideas thrown around the room for ways to disguise the group and after a moment spoke up during a lull in the talking, ""It should be a small matter to get most or all of us in to the ball. We can arrive separately through different ways with different stories. I think it would be suspicious for a minor Fereldan Noble to arrive with a menagerie of more than a dozen people and qunari. 'Lady' Samantha's party should not number more than four or five and even that number is pushing it. Willhelm could easily leverage his position in the Grey Wardens as a means to gain access under the pretense of securing support for his order's noble cause. Most of us can be shoe-horned in as extra security which would give us the ability to move about the party armed and without drawing any attention. Others could pose as servants and caterers hired to handle the extra work involved in holding a ball. We have many options and I believe we should consider and utilize as many as is possible.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Senan</span><br/><br/>""Thank you Kabethari-Arsam for your knowledge"" said Senan just before Arsam began talking to the Karasten. He scribbled down a few more notes and then closed his spell-book, returning it to his side. He listened to his comrades each give their input into the mission. It would be hard for him to fit in, he could pretend to be a guard but his physique was not up to normal Antaam or Tal-Vashoth mercenary standards.<br/><br/>An idea came to him, one he felt he should share with the Karasten-Warden. ""Karasten-Warden, I have two suggestions for my disguise. I could either go as a Qunari Ashkaari, ambassador, accompanying you as part of your retinue. Or, I could go disguised as a Tal-Vashoth mercenary guard, though I feel my lack of bulk may potentially give me away"" he said. He would go with the Karasten's command either way, he simply felt it important to highlight both options."
4435,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=350,2014-12-10T17:29:00,TotallyNotEvilLand,"Melova had been listening on discussion of the next mission. An Orlesian ball, and she hadn't a thing to wear. ... And she had the pointy ears, that sucked away any chance of being disguised as a noble. ""I'm willing to go as anything, honestly. I don't think an elf in leather armor would pass as decent security, though. I might be able to slip in as a servant, if I just perfect my Orlesian accent."" She cleared her throat and coughed loudly. ""Ah, yessuh, dees is an Orleezin accentuh, honhonhon?"" She blinked, realizing that she was in the company of a few. ""... Sorry, that was atrocious."""
4436,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=350,2014-12-10T17:49:00,Val Halla,"Eli threw an angry stare at the other elf. What she had just done was, quite frankly, stupid. ""Perhaps you should be a jester,"" grunted Elianora. She hid her knife under her sleeve and stood up. ""So, Samantha and I should be accompanied by a Qunari, or perhaps, or perhaps Freyan. I would suggest that most remain out of view. A noblewoman, her lady-in-waiting and their guard is not likely to bring up attention. As soon as we enter, we should stay with our respective groups at all times. If there is an assassin, he or she will know what we are doing if we have too many of us together. Of course, this is just what I would suggest. The 'lady' is the leader here, do what she tells you to""."
4437,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=350,2014-12-10T18:02:00,Asyir,"Willhelm looked at the gathering contained within the great hall. He listened to everyone, but had not offered any hint of advice. Willhelm didn't rightfully care about this contact, and was happy enough to follow along. However, he was late for a meeting with some ""contacts"" of his within the borders of Orlais. Putting his cloak back over his head, he dismissed himself from the great hall.<br/><br/>""Farewell Samantha. I shall meet you as soon as I am able to. I have a certain ""matter"" to attend. Hopefully I can meet you before we start this contract, but if not, carry on without me. Farewell brothers of the Shattered Blade. May your swords be ever sharp.""<br/><br/>Opening the large and heavy oak revealed the crisp morning air outside. Willhelm, without looking back, started for the gate."
4438,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=350,2014-12-10T18:05:00,TotallyNotEvilLand,"<blockquote><div><cite>Val Halla <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22753199#p22753199"">wrote</a>:</cite>Eli threw an angry stare at the other elf. What she had just done was, quite frankly, stupid. ""Perhaps you should be a jester,"" grunted Elianora. She hid her knife under her sleeve and stood up. ""So, Samantha and I should be accompanied by a Qunari, or perhaps, or perhaps Freyan. I would suggest that most remain out of view. A noblewoman, her lady-in-waiting and their guard is not likely to bring up attention. As soon as we enter, we should stay with our respective groups at all times. If there is an assassin, he or she will know what we are doing if we have too many of us together. Of course, this is just what I would suggest. The 'lady' is the leader here, do what she tells you to"".</div></blockquote><br/>Melova darted her eyes to the side awkwardly. ""You know, that might actually work. I could pull off being some foreign jokester. If I can find a hat with some little bells on it... Hm."" She said, moving off to start talking to herself. So maybe using the fake accent wasn't the best idea she had ever thought of, but it seemed brilliant at the time.<br/><br/>Then again, so did joining up with this group. And leaving the clan. She had a history of stupid ideas."
4439,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=350,2014-12-10T18:11:00,New Rhodinia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Val Halla <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22753199#p22753199"">wrote</a>:</cite>Eli threw an angry stare at the other elf. What she had just done was, quite frankly, stupid. ""Perhaps you should be a jester,"" grunted Elianora. She hid her knife under her sleeve and stood up. ""So, Samantha and I should be accompanied by a Qunari, or perhaps, or perhaps Freyan. I would suggest that most remain out of view. A noblewoman, her lady-in-waiting and their guard is not likely to bring up attention. As soon as we enter, we should stay with our respective groups at all times. If there is an assassin, he or she will know what we are doing if we have too many of us together. Of course, this is just what I would suggest. The 'lady' is the leader here, do what she tells you to"".</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Cyrus pondered the responses quietly before realizing his thinning odds. He looked down to observe his attire: a sash across his bare chest and nothing more then green leather pants. Cyrus ran his hand through his hair and looked down at the floor in doubt.<br/><br/>""You know if I'm going to take any part in this, I'm willing to hear how we can arrange for my makeover because let's face it: I'm not exactly one to fit in at royal events."""
4440,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=350,2014-12-10T18:16:00,TotallyNotEvilLand,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Rhodinia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22753461#p22753461"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Val Halla <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22753199#p22753199"">wrote</a>:</cite>Eli threw an angry stare at the other elf. What she had just done was, quite frankly, stupid. ""Perhaps you should be a jester,"" grunted Elianora. She hid her knife under her sleeve and stood up. ""So, Samantha and I should be accompanied by a Qunari, or perhaps, or perhaps Freyan. I would suggest that most remain out of view. A noblewoman, her lady-in-waiting and their guard is not likely to bring up attention. As soon as we enter, we should stay with our respective groups at all times. If there is an assassin, he or she will know what we are doing if we have too many of us together. Of course, this is just what I would suggest. The 'lady' is the leader here, do what she tells you to"".</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Cyrus pondered the responses quietly before realizing his thinning odds. He looked down to observe his attire: a sash across his bare chest and nothing more then green leather pants. Cyrus ran his hand through his hair and looked down at the floor in doubt.<br/><br/>""You know if I'm going to take any part in this, I'm willing to hear how we can arrange for my makeover because let's face it: I'm not exactly one to fit in at royal events.""</div></blockquote><br/>Melova lifted her hand and waved at the one known as Cyrus, despite being unfamiliar with him. ""Well, don't take this the wrong way, but assuming you work on your angry gibberish, you could pass in as a barbarian brought in as an attraction with that outfit. Just say you're from some really outlandish sounding place. I'm sure somebody would buy it."""
4441,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=350,2014-12-10T18:22:00,Val Halla,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Rhodinia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22753461#p22753461"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Val Halla <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22753199#p22753199"">wrote</a>:</cite>Eli threw an angry stare at the other elf. What she had just done was, quite frankly, stupid. ""Perhaps you should be a jester,"" grunted Elianora. She hid her knife under her sleeve and stood up. ""So, Samantha and I should be accompanied by a Qunari, or perhaps, or perhaps Freyan. I would suggest that most remain out of view. A noblewoman, her lady-in-waiting and their guard is not likely to bring up attention. As soon as we enter, we should stay with our respective groups at all times. If there is an assassin, he or she will know what we are doing if we have too many of us together. Of course, this is just what I would suggest. The 'lady' is the leader here, do what she tells you to"".</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Cyrus pondered the responses quietly before realizing his thinning odds. He looked down to observe his attire: a sash across his bare chest and nothing more then green leather pants. Cyrus ran his hand through his hair and looked down at the floor in doubt.<br/><br/>""You know if I'm going to take any part in this, I'm willing to hear how we can arrange for my makeover because let's face it: I'm not exactly one to fit in at royal events.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Perhaps. We just need to Orlais up,"" responded Eli. Orlais was not like Fereldan. ""I would suggest that we take some of the gold from recovering the artifact and stop at a tailor. Nothing on site would suffice as worthy of royalty. But that's not what we must do. Nobles don't travel with masses of other nobles. Catering or something for the 'normal' looking ones. Samantha seems as though she wants to play nobility, and I would suit well as her lady-in-waiting. Freyan would be a good noble bodyguard. For the rest of us, we must use our minds to think of something that would fit""."
4442,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=350,2014-12-10T18:55:00,New Armarzia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Val Halla <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22753626#p22753626"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Perhaps. We just need to Orlais up,"" responded Eli. Orlais was not like Fereldan. ""I would suggest that we take some of the gold from recovering the artifact and stop at a tailor. Nothing on site would suffice as worthy of royalty. But that's not what we must do. Nobles don't travel with masses of other nobles. Catering or something for the 'normal' looking ones. Samantha seems as though she wants to play nobility, and I would suit well as her lady-in-waiting. Freyan would be a good noble bodyguard. For the rest of us, we must use our minds to think of something that would fit"".</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""I am not quite sure that is the greatest of ideas. The only one I have talk to out of this group besides Lady Deloffre is Freyan. And from what we spoke of, he has a bit of a history with Orlesian authorities such as myself. I do not think the role of guard would be the wisest, if another Chevalier arrives and Freyan is in a role that does not hide his identity fully and detract all attention, it may ruin this whole operation. Why not have Freyan act as the husband of Samantha, that way he can be among the masked participant of the ball, rather then an armed guard that Chevaliers are more likely to be suspicious of.""<br/><br/>Zedekiah then waved his hand in the general direction of the Qunari in the room and continued speaking, ""Have one of the Qunari act as one guard, but you will probably need another guard that is more...well, best to be blunt, one that is human. Perhaps one of you could fit the part if you can find some more Orlesian armor that isn't as telling as my own."" Zedekiah gestured towards Asram and Cyrus."
4443,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=350,2014-12-10T19:13:00,Asyir,"The gate closed behind him with a loud thud. Willhelm gazed back upon the shut gate being worked on by workmen. The workmen were effective and worked with unnatural speed. Willhelm in the interest of time, didn't stop to ponder the groups of workers for long, as he set out along a small gravel path west, towards the borders of Orlais.<br/><br/>Willhelm marched through the mountainous terrain. He passed through small valleys of rock and pine. The ground was covered in a fine white powder of snow. Winter was upon the Frostback Mountains, and Willhelm was glad he had brought his furs. Willhelm knew where he was supposed to meet his ""contacts"". Up ahead, he saw a rock with strange markings chiseled upon it. The rock was atop another small dirt path covered in snow. Looking behind him, Willhelm noticed nothing, and he followed this new path."
4444,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=350,2014-12-10T19:18:00,New Rhodinia,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Armarzia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22754168#p22754168"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Val Halla <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22753626#p22753626"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Perhaps. We just need to Orlais up,"" responded Eli. Orlais was not like Fereldan. ""I would suggest that we take some of the gold from recovering the artifact and stop at a tailor. Nothing on site would suffice as worthy of royalty. But that's not what we must do. Nobles don't travel with masses of other nobles. Catering or something for the 'normal' looking ones. Samantha seems as though she wants to play nobility, and I would suit well as her lady-in-waiting. Freyan would be a good noble bodyguard. For the rest of us, we must use our minds to think of something that would fit"".</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""I am not quite sure that is the greatest of ideas. The only one I have talk to out of this group besides Lady Deloffre is Freyan. And from what we spoke of, he has a bit of a history with Orlesian authorities such as myself. I do not think the role of guard would be the wisest, if another Chevalier arrives and Freyan is in a role that does not hide his identity fully and detract all attention, it may ruin this whole operation. Why not have Freyan act as the husband of Samantha, that way he can be among the masked participant of the ball, rather then an armed guard that Chevaliers are more likely to be suspicious of.""<br/><br/>Zedekiah then waved his hand in the general direction of the Qunari in the room and continued speaking, ""Have one of the Qunari act as one guard, but you will probably need another guard that is more...well, best to be blunt, one that is human. Perhaps one of you could fit the part if you can find some more Orlesian armor that isn't as telling as my own."" Zedekiah gestured towards Asram and Cyrus.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Cyrus sighed and stood one of his swords on the floor, resting his hands on it.<br/><br/>""It sounds like a fine plan. Did we go over how we would locate and acquire one of these pieces of armor, by any chance?"""
4445,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=350,2014-12-10T19:46:00,The Templar High Council,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Armed Republic of Dutch coolness <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22749524#p22749524"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Samantha Deloffre</span><br/><br/>""Minor nobles - nobody of importance. And even then.. Orlesian balls are masked, no? You should not find yourself in any trouble.""<br/>Samantha listened to Eli speak, and nodded in agreement. ""That's that sorted, then."" She eyed the newcomer - wotshisname - before shaking her head. ""I said she's convinced somebody will die at the ball, not that we're going to kill someone. We are going to <span style=""font-style: italic"">prevent</span> this from happening. Also, in unrelated news,"" she continued to no one in particular ""I've hired some people to continue work on the castle. Not the lot that's currently here, have no worries.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Orlesian ball? Sounds like fun."" Adrian finally appeared in the dining hall, wearing something that looked a lot like<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://images3.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20130526011731/dragonage/images/4/4c/Ferelden_noble_dress.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">this</a>without a cape.<br/><br/>""Mind filling me in? I'm afraid I only heard the last bit."" Adrian came over to the table and laid his hands on it, but didn't sit."
4446,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=350,2014-12-11T11:05:00,The Armed Republic of Dutch Coolness,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Samantha Deloffre</span><br/><br/>""Agreed. We shall split into two groups. Hmm.. Very well. Elianora, you shall be a lady-in-waiting. . Melova shall be my handmaiden. Kaasaras, Freyan, I'm afraid you'll have guard duty."" Samantha quietly chuckled at that. ""The rest of you shall enter with Wilhelm, under the guise of Grey Wardens, possibly new initiates. As for armor, there'll be some.. less distinct suits lying around somewhere, although we can always buy some, along with some of those Orlesian dresses.. ""<br/><br/>She turned towards Adrian. ""We'll be infiltrating an Orlesian ball, and prevent the assassination of a noble - whom, we do not know. You'll go with Wilhelm and most of the others under the cover of being Grey Wardens. Now then.. m'lords, m'ladies..."""
4447,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=350,2014-12-11T11:33:00,Val Halla,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Armed Republic of Dutch coolness <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22760084#p22760084"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Samantha Deloffre</span><br/><br/>""Agreed. We shall split into two groups. Hmm.. Very well. Elianora, you shall be a lady-in-waiting. . Melova shall be my handmaiden. Kaasaras, Freyan, I'm afraid you'll have guard duty."" Samantha quietly chuckled at that. ""The rest of you shall enter with Wilhelm, under the guise of Grey Wardens, possibly new initiates. As for armor, there'll be some.. less distinct suits lying around somewhere, although we can always buy some, along with some of those Orlesian dresses.. "" <br/><br/>She turned towards Adrian. ""We'll be infiltrating an Orlesian ball, and prevent the assassination of a noble - whom, we do not know. You'll go with Wilhelm and most of the others under the cover of being Grey Wardens. Now then.. m'lords, m'ladies...""</div></blockquote><br/>""And should worst come to happen?"" asked Elianora. ""A back up plan must be placed in order. I could keep my knife under my dress, and the 'Wardens' can be armed, but Miss, you will be closest to the nobles, and who knows how many assassins there are? We needed a way to fight, should such a thing happen"". This was true. No matter what, surely something will go down. Assassins will be armed, so they should to."
4448,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=350,2014-12-11T12:23:00,The Armed Republic of Dutch Coolness,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Samantha Deloffre</span><br/><br/>""Ah, now that is where our fine Orlesian clothes come in. They are perfect for hiding daggers. Do not worry for any danger I might come into. I shall be more than able to deal with it."" Samantha shrugged, and continued. ""We will have to adapt to the situation. None of us know what will happen at the ball, and I do believe we are capable at adapting. After all, during our last assignment, we hadn't counted on a dragon, either... Granted, the Orlesians and their Game might be more dangerous than dragons, but well..."""
4449,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=350,2014-12-11T13:06:00,Val Halla,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Armed Republic of Dutch coolness <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22760831#p22760831"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Samantha Deloffre</span><br/><br/>""Ah, now that is where our fine Orlesian clothes come in. They are perfect for hiding daggers. Do not worry for any danger I might come into. I shall be more than able to deal with it."" Samantha shrugged, and continued. ""We will have to adapt to the situation. None of us know what will happen at the ball, and I do believe we are capable at adapting. After all, during our last assignment, we hadn't counted on a dragon, either... Granted, the Orlesians and their Game might be more dangerous than dragons, but well...""</div></blockquote><br/>""The ... game? What is that?"" asked Elianora. ""Are they going to bore us to death using some weird game?"". Elianora did not know how the Orlesians did things, but did know that they would more often than not end up with someone spilling their blood on the floor. ""The clothes, will we get some fancy ones from Orlais? They are so pretty! Can we get them fitted, and have bows?"", Eli giggled. She quite liked the fancy Orlesian clothes, with their bows and ribbons. ""Should I bring my lute?"" she asked. ""It could help the image""."
4450,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=375,2014-12-11T17:09:00,SaintB,"<blockquote><div><cite>Val Halla <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22761236#p22761236"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Armed Republic of Dutch coolness <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22760831#p22760831"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Samantha Deloffre</span><br/><br/>""Ah, now that is where our fine Orlesian clothes come in. They are perfect for hiding daggers. Do not worry for any danger I might come into. I shall be more than able to deal with it."" Samantha shrugged, and continued. ""We will have to adapt to the situation. None of us know what will happen at the ball, and I do believe we are capable at adapting. After all, during our last assignment, we hadn't counted on a dragon, either... Granted, the Orlesians and their Game might be more dangerous than dragons, but well...""</div></blockquote><br/>""The ... game? What is that?"" asked Elianora. ""Are they going to bore us to death using some weird game?"". Elianora did not know how the Orlesians did things, but did know that they would more often than not end up with someone spilling their blood on the floor. ""The clothes, will we get some fancy ones from Orlais? They are so pretty! Can we get them fitted, and have bows?"", Eli giggled. She quite liked the fancy Orlesian clothes, with their bows and ribbons. ""Should I bring my lute?"" she asked. ""It could help the image"".</div></blockquote><br/>""The game,"" Arsam answered, ""Is what the Orlesians call the delicate courtly maneuvers and day to day power plays of of their politics. It's often harmless enough but sometimes it turns deadly. Truthfully we could be being hired to go there as part of this game, either because the hostess honestly believes that there may be an assassin or as a show of force and wealth but either way we will be participating as pawns in this game of theirs. The best move we can make is to do our jobs as best we can and not mingle so much with the real guests of the party. If we do good work it could lead to more contracts. Orleas is in the middle of a civil war and they have plenty of need for muscle with all their soldiers busy fighting over some stretch of the Dales.""<br/><br/>He finished his last couple bites of porridge and stood up, ""Commander, our other warden has stepped out to attend to business of his own... I have no issue with pretending to be a Warden but we might need forged documentation or some such if he is late to the fete we are hired to attend."""
4451,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=375,2014-12-11T17:17:00,TotallyNotEvilLand,"""Grey Warden disguise. Why didn't I think of that?"" Melova mumbled to herself, nodding along with the idea. Much better than playing a servant or jester, by any rate, though she wasn't sure she could pull off the 'grey warden' style. ... Did they even have one? She shook her head wildly, continuing to listen in on the conversations around her to get an idea of what was going on."
4452,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=375,2014-12-11T17:35:00,Val Halla,"<blockquote><div><cite>TotallyNotEvilLand <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22763877#p22763877"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Grey Warden disguise. Why didn't I think of that?"" Melova mumbled to herself, nodding along with the idea. Much better than playing a servant or jester, by any rate, though she wasn't sure she could pull off the 'grey warden' style. ... Did they even have one? She shook her head wildly, continuing to listen in on the conversations around her to get an idea of what was going on.</div></blockquote><br/>""Did you listen, Melova?"" asked Elianora. ""You will be Samantha's hand maiden. Perhaps the Orlesians are suspicious of women being Wardens?"", she suggested. She did not know what would happen. This 'game' does not sound like something she would want to get caught up in. ""Tell me about these Orlesian balls. What will be doing to blend in? How should I act towards these people?"" asked Eli. ""If any snotty Orlesian brat approaches me, and I'll put him to the ground. Wait- will the people all be masked?"""
4453,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=375,2014-12-11T17:46:00,TotallyNotEvilLand,"<blockquote><div><cite>Val Halla <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22764066#p22764066"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>TotallyNotEvilLand <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22763877#p22763877"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Grey Warden disguise. Why didn't I think of that?"" Melova mumbled to herself, nodding along with the idea. Much better than playing a servant or jester, by any rate, though she wasn't sure she could pull off the 'grey warden' style. ... Did they even have one? She shook her head wildly, continuing to listen in on the conversations around her to get an idea of what was going on.</div></blockquote><br/>""Did you listen, Melova?"" asked Elianora. ""You will be Samantha's hand maiden. Perhaps the Orlesians are suspicious of women being Wardens?"", she suggested. She did not know what would happen. This 'game' does not sound like something she would want to get caught up in. ""Tell me about these Orlesian balls. What will be doing to blend in? How should I act towards these people?"" asked Eli. ""If any snotty Orlesian brat approaches me, and I'll put him to the ground. Wait- will the people all be masked?""</div></blockquote><br/>She frowned. ""I was hoping I just heard her wrong."" Melova said, darting her eyes to the side. ""Anyways, I'll keep my mouth shut. I don't think I'll fit in and I'd rather not make it worse than it has to be with me there."""
4454,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=375,2014-12-11T18:25:00,New Rhodinia,"Cyrus rolled his shoulders impatiently as the other roles were assigned, and reached for a spare loaf of bread sitting alone on the table. He slowly lifted his mask to feed himself then wiped away the crumbs swiftly.<br/><br/>""So what will I do as the entertainer? Who am I eyeing and when should I make a move?"""
4455,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=375,2014-12-13T11:15:00,The Armed Republic of Dutch Coolness,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Samantha Deloffre</span><br/><br/>""Handmaidens often are."" Samantha gave a nod to Melova, before continuing talking Cyrus. ""As part of the 'Wardens', you will keep an eye out on any suspicious activity. We act at my signal. You'll know what it is when you see it."" She turned to Eli, answering her questions. ""You dress fancy, and talk. Dance, perhaps. Most of us will be masked. Seeing as we are from Ferelden, though, not all of us might be masked.. They are expensive things, after all, and aren't used in Ferelden at all. As for evidence that you are, indeed, Wardens.. you shall not need any forgeries. I will look fot some papers among my things. Now then.. prepare for the journey, you lot!"""
4456,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=375,2014-12-13T11:20:00,Argentarino,"Freyan had hovered near the back of the group as he listened to the plan. He had already been packed, as soon as whispers had started rising of a job in Orlais, and was dressed in his Chevalier armor, save for the imposing helmet, which he would don when they entered the borders of the Orlesian Empire. As before, he sat near the gate of the keep, and waited for the word to move out."
4457,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=375,2014-12-13T12:34:00,Val Halla,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Armed Republic of Dutch coolness <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22781846#p22781846"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Samantha Deloffre</span><br/><br/>""Handmaidens often are."" Samantha gave a nod to Melova, before continuing talking Cyrus. ""As part of the 'Wardens', you will keep an eye out on any suspicious activity. We act at my signal. You'll know what it is when you see it."" She turned to Eli, answering her questions. ""You dress fancy, and talk. Dance, perhaps. Most of us will be masked. Seeing as we are from Ferelden, though, not all of us might be masked.. They are expensive things, after all, and aren't used in Ferelden at all. As for evidence that you are, indeed, Wardens.. you shall not need any forgeries. I will look fot some papers among my things. Now then.. prepare for the journey, you lot!""</div></blockquote><br/>""As for the dresses?"" asked Eli. ""The nicest thing I have is a night gown, and I certainly can't go to a ball with that. I can deal with the masks, or would rather prefer it that way"". Eli looked at her fingernails, which were muddy. ""I'll also have to wash before going,"" joked Eli, before sighing. ""Will we pick up some dresses in Orlais? I think that would work more in our favor than going to more than picking one up from somewhere around here. From what I have heard, the Orlesians have their own tailors. They take all your measurements, and make something that fits perfectly. I definitely want one of those!""."
4458,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=375,2014-12-13T13:15:00,New Rhodinia,"Cyrus quietly acknowledged the blunt dismissal and returned to his quarters. He gathered up the remainder of his supplies, but he paused as his eyes wandered toward his scroll. He firmly grasped onto it and stared at it attentively for a few seconds before pocketing it and making his way toward the main gate, gently swinging one of his two swords in small circles."
4459,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=375,2014-12-14T13:05:00,The Armed Republic of Dutch Coolness,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Samantha Deloffre</span><br/><br/>""We will stop in a small town in Orlais, halfway."" Samantha said, poinying towards a spot on the map. ""There, we'll have horses waiting for us, and a carriage. We will also get dresses, and masks, from there. Now then, if you'll excuse me, I must gather my things, and look for some Warden papers."" Samantha gave a nod, before turning around, and returning to her chambers, gathering the things she'd take with her, and looking for some papers."
4460,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=375,2014-12-14T13:22:00,Val Halla,"Elianora returned to her quarters. She packed little aside from her lute, her knife and some very warm clothing. She began to study her knife, wondering what it's engraving meant. Maybe it was ancient Elven script, or some kind of dark magic spell, or just inane scratches done by it's bored smith. She also began to look at her stolen Amaranthine lute. It bared many markings, but they just looked like they were there for decoration. Gold adorned the lute, and it definitely looked like what nobility would own, making the guise all the more convincing. She stepped into the bath, which was incredibly cold, to wash all the dirt away. If she even had the slightest bit of mud under her fingernails, the disguise would not work. The Orlesians were very clean people, the nobles would not be seen with grubby hands."
4461,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=375,2014-12-15T12:51:00,The Armed Republic of Dutch Coolness,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Samantha Deloffre</span><br/><br/>A while later, Samantha came down again, walking into the courtyard clad in her Warden heavy armor, bag slung over her shoulder. She remained quiet, instead leading the group forward through the Mountains. It had stopped snowing during their previous mission, and it had stayed clear ever since - an oddity, seeing as they were in the Mountains now. The group travelled to the southwest, crossing the Ferelden border into the Orlesian Empire. For several days, the group travelled through the mountains and the Empire, living of the supplies they had taken with them, and what they found.<br/>Eventually, in a small, but wealthy, Orlesian town, they stopped. ""We will take a short break here,"" Samantha spoke ""Get supplies, masks.. anything you'll think you need. We'll ride tomorrow. There'll be horses and a coach by then. Elianora, Melova, follow me. I used to know a dressmaker here.. last I heard, he was still alive and in the business. I can get him to sell some of his dresses to us, and adjust them to your sizes, cheaply. Come."" The Warden gestured with her hand for them to follow, and crossed the town square, leading them to a tailor's shop."
4462,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=375,2014-12-15T13:19:00,Val Halla,"Elianora followed Samantha into the tailors. She was immediately impressed by the beautiful dress in there. The Orlesians definitely knew style. She knew in her head what kind of dress she wanted. One with gold thread, ribbons and looked flowery. This would have no doubt been expensive though, so she just decided that she should settle for what Samantha gives her."
4463,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=375,2014-12-15T13:36:00,The Armed Republic of Dutch Coolness,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Samantha Deloffre</span><br/><br/>Samantha looked around as she stepped inside. She approached one of the tailors inside. ""Is Monsieur Choquet in?"" The man nodded, and returned to work, saying not as much as a word. Samantha, again, looked around, and noticed a staircase. ""That'll lead to his office. Pick a dress, get the assistants to measure and adjust them."" she told the two Shattered Blades that followed her. ""I'll talk to Choquet. He owes me still, price should not matter. I've already had him prepare a dress for me... Have fun."" Samantha walked up the stairs, leaving the others behind, on the main floor of the tailor's shop."
4464,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=375,2014-12-15T14:05:00,Val Halla,"Eli approached one of the assistants. ""Which dress would you like, flower?"" asked asked the assistant. There was a great many dresses to choose from, and Eli felt spoiled. ""How about this dress? It promotes your, uh, figure"". Eli blushed. This dress was very well designed. It had beautiful stitching, was threaded with gold, and was the purest shade of white. Also, like the tailor said, would promote her figure. She decided to choose the dress he suggested. It was certainly worthy of nobility. She had it fitted, but it did not quite fit. This lead to what was a very awkward situation. ""It's a bit tight,"" said Eli, wanting the issue to be sorted as dignified as possible. ""Of course miss. Where is the issued?"" asked the tailor. ""At the erm, erm"", Eli did not want to say where. ""At the bust,"" she blurted out. Now it was the assistants turn to blush. ""Ah, of course, madam"". Even if the tailor was used to this, it was still awkward for the two. After about five minutes of tentative and careful adjustment, the dress finally fitted, and she sat down to wait for the others."
4465,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=375,2014-12-15T14:09:00,Krugmar,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Senan</span><br/><br/>Senan journeyed with the group in a modified Saarebas outfit, having left the heavy shoulder-pads in his room. He had chosen to wear his navy blue shoulder cape and shendyt with black trousers, giving him a look passable for a Qunari Warden. He stayed quiet for most of the journey, keeping to himself and reading up on the Wardens from some of the notes and books given to them by his Karasten.<br/><br/>When they reached the small town a few days later Senan took the opportunity to look through the shops for additional items. He managed to find a silver griffin icon in one of the stores, it was battered and looked old and was sold for a mere 10 coppers. Clearly it was not made out of real silver, or the shopkeeper was simply unaware of its value. While waiting for the Karasten he took a short break and began clasping it onto his belt, taking off his Tal-Qun symbol reluctantly and placing it in his belongings. He could now pass more easily as a Grey Warden, though he wasn't convinced that he had the right blue though he doubted any of the Kabethari at this<span style=""font-style: italic""> 'ball'</span>would know what true grey wardens would look like. At least, he hoped they wouldn't."
4466,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=375,2014-12-15T14:54:00,Argentarino,"Freyan had been anxious the whole trip. His Chevalier armor - for the moment - warded off any suspicions. After all, few commoners or even soldiers would dare do or say anything to insult anyone wearing that armor, as the Chevaliers were feared in Orlais. They were above the law when it came to the treatment of the smallfolk, and their justice was the Empress's justice, or so they said. But he knew that if any Chevalier was present at this ball, especially one from his former unit, then there could be trouble. He went to the one place which not only sheltered him for a time during his travels, but also served as his information network: the local Chantry.<br/><br/>The town was indeed familiar to Freyan, as it was one of the last Orlesian stops he had made when he was on the run from the authorities. Here, he was sheltered in the Chantry and was given sanctuary until he could leave the Empire. Entering the Chantry, he scanned the small sanctuary and was surprised to not find any Templars. True, the war between the Mages and the Templars severed virtually all ties the Chantry had with both Templar and Mage, but he did not think the Templars were truly that rebellious. Seeing the Chantry as it was - without a guard - only confirmed his fears. But he was not here for a Templar. No, he was here for a Revered Mother, the very one who helped him leave the country. And, as if the Maker had felt Freyan's needs, the Revered Mother was still there.<br/><br/>""Revered Mother,"" Freyan said, kneeling before her. ""I'm sorry, do I remember...ah, yes, the Runaway Chevalier. Pardon my saying this, my son, but why are you here?"" Freyan explained to her his predicament, how he needed certain information. ""Well, it seems that you are dancing with danger. My contacts in court know of many plots and many assassinations. The fact that your employer doesn't have any more information means that I can't assist you. As for your...personal concerns. I do fear that you may encounter the new Captain of your unit. I believe his name is Bastien Delacourt.""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Bastien Delacourt...that damned snake.</span>Freyan thought. Memories came back at once, of his lover, Phillipe...of his betrayal...of the blood... ""Thank you, Revered Mother. I shall be wary."" As Freyan stood to leave, he took out a sovereign and put it in the donation box. ""See to it that this Chantry is rebuilt, Revered Mother. With the war, Maker only knows whether more refugees might visit your door."" Without waiting for an expression of thanks, Freyan left the Chantry and made his way back to his group."
4467,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=375,2014-12-15T17:21:00,TotallyNotEvilLand,"Melova, of course, dutifully remained silent, still feeling awkward about her ""orlesian accent"" impression back at the castle. Well, until an oh-so-helpful assistant came up to her and directly asked what she wanted. Melova widened her eyes as if she had just been awoke from a daydream. ""Oh..."" She took a look around. There wasn't anything she liked... besides the fine dark green dress, with bronze colored stitching. That was lovely. ""The green one, I suppose."" She mumbled out. The dress was fitted promptly with little dilemma, fitting onto her frame comfortably until the assistant had finally finished. With a sigh, she joined Eli in waiting, tempted to kick a leg up but deciding against it, as there was the whole... dress thing. She hated dressing fancy. ""You know, when I left my clan I never thought I'd find myself doing this."" Melova said in an attempt to make idle conversation while they waited."
4468,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=375,2014-12-15T17:31:00,Val Halla,"""The Dalish do not dress nice, I presume?"" responded Eli. ""I'm just glad you didn't put on your daft Orlesian accent again"". She shuffled around, the dress was largely impractical, andit's wait was dragging it down, which could well have been the way it was supposed to be worn. She had it pulled up to hide her body as much as possible, but with noble dresses, you never know what you are going to get. ""I think you look beautiful in that dress. It suits you"". A compliment was a good way for her to remain calm and relaxed."
4469,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=375,2014-12-15T17:55:00,TotallyNotEvilLand,"<blockquote><div><cite>Val Halla <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22809873#p22809873"">wrote</a>:</cite>""The Dalish do not dress nice, I presume?"" responded Eli. ""I'm just glad you didn't put on your daft Orlesian accent again"". She shuffled around, the dress was largely impractical, andit's wait was dragging it down, which could well have been the way it was supposed to be worn. She had it pulled up to hide her body as much as possible, but with noble dresses, you never know what you are going to get. ""I think you look beautiful in that dress. It suits you"". A compliment was a good way for her to remain calm and relaxed.</div></blockquote><br/>""Well... it's a simplistic sort of nice, you know. In my clan dressing to impress was mostly ceremonial."" Melova said, smiling softly at the compliment. ""And... yes, sorry for the accent. Sometimes I think of something that sounds hilarious at the time and it kind of just barges out of my mouth without thinking it over..."" She said, looking off at the wall, avoiding eye contact. ""And thanks. I prefer a suit of leather over this any day, but... I suppose a change of pace is nice."""
4470,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=375,2014-12-15T18:07:00,Val Halla,"<blockquote><div><cite>TotallyNotEvilLand <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22810222#p22810222"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Val Halla <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22809873#p22809873"">wrote</a>:</cite>""The Dalish do not dress nice, I presume?"" responded Eli. ""I'm just glad you didn't put on your daft Orlesian accent again"". She shuffled around, the dress was largely impractical, andit's wait was dragging it down, which could well have been the way it was supposed to be worn. She had it pulled up to hide her body as much as possible, but with noble dresses, you never know what you are going to get. ""I think you look beautiful in that dress. It suits you"". A compliment was a good way for her to remain calm and relaxed.</div></blockquote><br/>""Well... it's a simplistic sort of nice, you know. In my clan dressing to impress was mostly ceremonial."" Melova said, smiling softly at the compliment. ""And... yes, sorry for the accent. Sometimes I think of something that sounds hilarious at the time and it kind of just barges out of my mouth without thinking it over..."" She said, looking off at the wall, avoiding eye contact. ""And thanks. I prefer a suit of leather over this any day, but... I suppose a change of pace is nice.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Well, just don't do the accent again. I'd rather not have my head on a chopping block in Val Royaux because of it. Do not shy away from my compliment, you look very nice"". A fellow elf was comforting to Eli. She knew no other elves in Amaranthine. In fact, Melova was probably the first one she had met in years. ""Hey, can you help me. I want to hide my knife under the dress, but I can't move too much,"" asked Elianora. She definitely needed help hiding it, and she couldn't really ask an assistant to do it."
4471,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=375,2014-12-15T18:25:00,New Rhodinia,"After a few days of travel into the Orlesian Empire, the group stopped to rest in a small town. Cyrus awoke from his slumber in his cart and attempted to make out his surroundings; grandiose pavement, windows as clear as crystal and inhabitants dressed as if a royal ball were taking place the next day. Cyrus took a moment to sit and relax at the edge of the cart and loosen his muscles; the quiet and serene atmosphere of the town put him on edge slightly.<br/><br/>While the others went off on their separate paths to prepare, Cyrus sat patiently on the cart, playing a round of silent games with himself. His eyes darted around in patterns in empty air, he kicked a couple rocks around in his best impression of a circle, and lowly hummed an all-too-familiar tune to himself from time to time. His grip also slowly tightened and loosened depending on how intensely the locals jerked back in sight of him. Regardless, a young girl, about eight or nine years old, nonchalantly walked up to Cyrus with a makeshift doll in her hands. She too wore similarly extravagant clothing: gold and white cloth with long lapis strings at the shoulders, and a shade-welcoming hat obviously too large to hold her up.<br/><br/>She looked up at Cyrus in wonderment and stood silently while Cyrus stared down intently, playing yet another game. Despite Cyrus' eyes peering menacingly through the two holes in his mask, the girl remained steadfast and showed no fear or sudden movement other then blinking and breathing.<br/><br/>""What do you want, little girl?"" Cyrus finally broke the silence. It was this that finally made her bow her head toward her doll and braid the brunette strings on its head. Suddenly she perked up and ran back to the side of her mother, window shopping almost any store in sight, as if nothing had occurred between her and Cyrus. He sat there speechless at the event, but returned to mindlessly killing time at the back of the cart."
4472,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=375,2014-12-15T18:53:00,TotallyNotEvilLand,"<blockquote><div><cite>Val Halla <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22810400#p22810400"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>TotallyNotEvilLand <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22810222#p22810222"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Well... it's a simplistic sort of nice, you know. In my clan dressing to impress was mostly ceremonial."" Melova said, smiling softly at the compliment. ""And... yes, sorry for the accent. Sometimes I think of something that sounds hilarious at the time and it kind of just barges out of my mouth without thinking it over..."" She said, looking off at the wall, avoiding eye contact. ""And thanks. I prefer a suit of leather over this any day, but... I suppose a change of pace is nice.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Well, just don't do the accent again. I'd rather not have my head on a chopping block in Val Royaux because of it. Do not shy away from my compliment, you look very nice"". A fellow elf was comforting to Eli. She knew no other elves in Amaranthine. In fact, Melova was probably the first one she had met in years. ""Hey, can you help me. I want to hide my knife under the dress, but I can't move too much,"" asked Elianora. She definitely needed help hiding it, and she couldn't really ask an assistant to do it.</div></blockquote><br/>""I'm not about to make that mistake again, trust me."" Melova chuckled. ""The look you gave me after I made that joke was close enough to getting my head chopped off. You could weaponize that, you know."" She said with a smile, raising an eyebrow at the mention of knife hiding. ""Well... sure. Under the sleeve, I'm guessing?"" She asked, her eyes widening as she didn't exactly have the foresight to hide a knife on herself. What she needed was a really tiny crossbow she could hide in a pocket... Oh, right, this dress didn't have pockets."
4473,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=375,2014-12-15T21:06:00,SaintB,"The Orlesian settlement was small but prosperous and Arsam found it strange that the place lacked a name but as Samantha promised there was a livery stable and he decided to take it on himself to procure the horses. The stable was not large but of sufficient enough size to meet the needs of the Shattered Blades and the animals seemed well taken care of though Arsam was no expert on horse flesh. The stablemaster came out of one of the pens and greeted him with a thick Orlesian accent, ""I'm sorry monsieur but the horses are all taken for the next couple of days. Some Warden's they come from Ferelden and have paid coin up front to rent all my horses.""<br/><br/>""Those Wardens wouldn't happen to be the ones lead by Samantha Deloffre would they?"" Arsam asked the man and reached into his belt pouch for the papers Samantha had provided him.<br/><br/>""Oui, yes monsieur! Are you from her company then mon ami? If that is the case I can have these beasts ready for you in only a few moments!""<br/><br/>Arsam only nodded in reply and the man turned halfway back into the stable and clapped his hands, ""The Warden's they are here! Stop messing about you tromper and get the horses saddled and ready or do I need to fetch la cravache to motivate you? Non? Then tut tut, se hâter!""<br/><br/>Arsam did not speak much Orlesian but but la cravache did not sound pleasant even to him, he was about to speak when the stablemaster turned to him again, ""Le valet is my sister's only boy and has grown spoiled and lazy! I would not truly hit him with la cravache but it seems the only way to motivate him,"" he winked at Arsam, ""But you shall not tell him I said so, non?""<br/><br/>""Non!"" Arsam answered with about the only Orlesian word he knew.<br/><br/>""I hope not. He is a good boy but he is fainéant and it's hard to make him work. You go now, come back in un moment and your chevaux will be ready for you monsieur."" he said with an exaggerated bow.<br/><br/>Arsam left the stable with a bemused look on his face. A polite man for sure but a strange one as well and Arsam did not understand half of what he had said through his accent and the fact that he peppered his speech with so many Orlesian words. He was only partly certain that the man told him that he would get the horses ready within the hour but he might have been telling him that he could shove off until Samantha herself came there but he didn't think that was the case. As he exited the stable and spotted the masked man sitting on the lip of a wagon. What was his name again? Cyrus! It was Cyrus.<br/><br/>Approaching him Arsam knocked on the wagon to draw his attention back to the real world, ""Look alive kid."" he told him, ""The stablemaster will have our horses saddled and ready soon so we need to get the other '<span style=""font-style: italic"">wardens</span>',"" emphasis on the word so that he understood that he meant the fake ones, ""Gathered up to leave ahead of our faux nobility. If you could go find Freyan and Adrian I'll get Senan, Trant, and that new guy and we can be on our way that much sooner.""<br/><br/>His tone wasn't rude but it was authoritative in a way that said 'help me out will you?'"
4474,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=375,2014-12-15T21:18:00,Asyir,"Willhelm assumed he was in Orlais by his reckoning. The land itself seemed rather<span style=""font-style: italic"">Orlesian</span>in it's own right. The dirt pathway the Warden was following went on for miles it seemed, taking sharp turns and cuts too. For hours he followed the path until he reached a small clearing in the alpine forest where a small glade was.<br/><br/>The pond was frozen over, and the tree were covered with frost, but that was not what Willhelm had his eyes upon. He instead studied a groups of figures by the pond bank, sitting around a small fire. The rogue warden snuck toward the group of what appeared to be men. Using the shadow of night, Willhelm for close enough to notice the men as Ferelden.<br/><br/>""When is our contact going to arrive?"" One Ferelden asked rather loudly and coarsely. He wore a simple chain shirt with some boiled leather over it. He had a small metal helm on a rock near him, and was currently moving a spit they had over the fire.<br/><br/>""I don't know Mort. I hope he has what we want though,"" another asked, wearing almost the same attire as the first. ""General Emmittyn would be rather angry otherwise.""<br/><br/>""When isn't he angry?"" The third chimed in. The third figure wore chain underneath a small metal breastplate, and Willhelm assumed he was their commander. ""He's always pissed at something. Be it his men it his King.""<br/><br/>""Bloody good general though. Right fellas?"" Willhelm said, sprouting out behind them. The men jumped and had their blades in hand, ready to face Willhelm. The Warden made no move for his weapons. ""Relax it is me Willhelm. I have brought news. Well some at least.""<br/><br/>""What news?"" The commander asked,""your father has been rather anxious for your report on Orlais.""<br/><br/>""Me and my little war-band are attending an Orlesian ball. I don't know the noble yet, but I can infiltrate the inner circle of the party and gather information on Gaspard.""<br/><br/>""Hmmmm...... It'll have to do. Thanks I guess. At least you bothered checking in this time.""<br/><br/>""This time. I may be busy next meeting. We should meet elsewhere though. This grove could be known to Orlais. Perhaps we should meet at my keep? It isn't too far. I'll be there after this mission.""<br/><br/>""It'll do. Now go. Attend your weird party."""
4475,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=400,2014-12-15T22:25:00,New Rhodinia,"<blockquote><div><cite>SaintB <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22812892#p22812892"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Orlesian settlement was small but prosperous and Arsam found it strange that the place lacked a name but as Samantha promised there was a livery stable and he decided to take it on himself to procure the horses. The stable was not large but of sufficient enough size to meet the needs of the Shattered Blades and the animals seemed well taken care of though Arsam was no expert on horse flesh. The stablemaster came out of one of the pens and greeted him with a thick Orlesian accent, ""I'm sorry monsieur but the horses are all taken for the next couple of days. Some Warden's they come from Ferelden and have paid coin up front to rent all my horses.""<br/><br/>""Those Wardens wouldn't happen to be the ones lead by Samantha Deloffre would they?"" Arsam asked the man and reached into his belt pouch for the papers Samantha had provided him.<br/><br/>""Oui, yes monsieur! Are you from her company then mon ami? If that is the case I can have these beasts ready for you in only a few moments!""<br/><br/>Arsam only nodded in reply and the man turned halfway back into the stable and clapped his hands, ""The Warden's they are here! Stop messing about you tromper and get the horses saddled and ready or do I need to fetch la cravache to motivate you? Non? Then tut tut, se hâter!""<br/><br/>Arsam did not speak much Orlesian but but la cravache did not sound pleasant even to him, he was about to speak when the stablemaster turned to him again, ""Le valet is my sister's only boy and has grown spoiled and lazy! I would not truly hit him with la cravache but it seems the only way to motivate him,"" he winked at Arsam, ""But you shall not tell him I said so, non?""<br/><br/>""Non!"" Arsam answered with about the only Orlesian word he knew.<br/><br/>""I hope not. He is a good boy but he is fainéant and it's hard to make him work. You go now, come back in un moment and your chevaux will be ready for you monsieur."" he said with an exaggerated bow.<br/><br/>Arsam left the stable with a bemused look on his face. A polite man for sure but a strange one as well and Arsam did not understand half of what he had said through his accent and the fact that he peppered his speech with so many Orlesian words. He was only partly certain that the man told him that he would get the horses ready within the hour but he might have been telling him that he could shove off until Samantha herself came there but he didn't think that was the case. As he exited the stable and spotted the masked man sitting on the lip of a wagon. What was his name again? Cyrus! It was Cyrus.<br/><br/>Approaching him Arsam knocked on the wagon to draw his attention back to the real world, ""Look alive kid."" he told him, ""The stablemaster will have our horses saddled and ready soon so we need to get the other '<span style=""font-style: italic"">wardens</span>',"" emphasis on the word so that he understood that he meant the fake ones, ""Gathered up to leave ahead of our faux nobility. If you could go find Freyan and Adrian I'll get Senan, Trant, and that new guy and we can be on our way that much sooner.""<br/><br/>His tone wasn't rude but it was authoritative in a way that said 'help me out will you?'</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Cyrus nodded at the request and jumped off the cart only to see Freyan walking back.<br/><br/>""Well, there's half of that search."" Cyrus gave a breath of slight relief as he peered around Freyan. He turned back to Arsam, ""But I don't remember seeing Adrian go off anywhere."""
4476,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=400,2014-12-16T00:24:00,The Armed Republic of Dutch Coolness,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Samantha Deloffre</span><br/><br/>Monsieur Choquet was a man in his early fifties. His hair was greying, and sported many a bald patch. His skin showed the signs of old age. He lay asleep, face on his desk, a curtain hanging in front of the window in his office. A small candle burned beside him - it was a miracle that it hadn't been swept off by the sleeping tailor. Choquet jerked upwards as the door to his office. ""Ho! Humm.. Hmm... Humm.. Yes? Hmm.."" Finely polished steel boots thudded on the wooden floor as an armor-clad woman, strangely familiar, entered. The armor, he noticed, appeared to be that of the Grey Wardens. ""You've grown old, tailor."" He recognised the voice. ""Ho! Hmm.. Yes, yes.."" Of course. How could he forget? Had he not read the letter that he had received several days ago? ""Yes, yes.. Hmm... Old, indeed. Yes..."" He straightened himself in his chair as in walked Samantha Deloffre, oneof those old... acquaintances he never forgot.<br/><br/>Before the tailor could offer her a seat, Samantha sat down in the chair on the other side of Choquet's desk, laying her right leg over the left. ""Still doing good business then, I see."" The tailor replied with, what seemed to be some sort of newfound tradition for him, a lot of ""Ho""s and ""Hmm""s, with the word ""yes"" hidden somewhere in between.""You received my letter? You have the dress, then?"" The man nodded. ""Hmm, yes. Indeed -hmm- I have the dress. I already, hmm, had it, of course, but adjusted it to your, hmm, sizes."" Samantha gave a stern nod. ""Good. There are two of my companions downstairs. They will both get whatever they desire. In return..."" Samantha lay a small bag of coins on the table as she spoke ""... you will get this."" Choquet frowned. ""Ho! Hmm.. That hardly covers the, hmm, expenses! Or maybe you were, hmm, planning to relive the old days for a while, hmm?"" The Orlesia stood up, looking at the Warden with a hint of glee in his eyes. Samantha remained seated, calmly smiling. ""No. Besides, you'd die of a heart attack anyway. Just look at the state of you, tssk. You've grown old very fast, tailor."" The man looked angrily now. ""But that's, hmm, thievery! I'll, ho, call the guards!""<br/><br/>""You won't. I am here with a mercenary force, hired by Orlesian nobility. These could both mean bad things for you and your business. Not only that, I am also, as you might have noticed, a Warden now. I am not only fully in my right, but I am also paying you. There is no way for you to complain about anything of all this.""<br/><br/>""Why, hmm, come here? To, hmm, torment me? To, ho, take all my things? You've, hmm, changed, Samantha.""<br/><br/>""Then you do not trulu know me, tailor, and never have. It was purely a coincidence I came here - my contractor led me here. Now then, with that out of the way, I think I've made myself clear enough. I'll go back downstairs, now. Hmm. Goodbye, tailor."" Samantha patted Choquet on his shoulder with an armored hand, before turning around, going out of the office, and closing the door. She headed downstairs again, back to Elianora and Melova. ""Found anything, yet?"""
4477,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=400,2014-12-16T08:58:00,Val Halla,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Armed Republic of Dutch coolness <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22814118#p22814118"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Samantha Deloffre</span><br/><br/>Monsieur Choquet was a man in his early fifties. His hair was greying, and sported many a bald patch. His skin showed the signs of old age. He lay asleep, face on his desk, a curtain hanging in front of the window in his office. A small candle burned beside him - it was a miracle that it hadn't been swept off by the sleeping tailor. Choquet jerked upwards as the door to his office. ""Ho! Humm.. Hmm... Humm.. Yes? Hmm.."" Finely polished steel boots thudded on the wooden floor as an armor-clad woman, strangely familiar, entered. The armor, he noticed, appeared to be that of the Grey Wardens. ""You've grown old, tailor."" He recognised the voice. ""Ho! Hmm.. Yes, yes.."" Of course. How could he forget? Had he not read the letter that he had received several days ago? ""Yes, yes.. Hmm... Old, indeed. Yes..."" He straightened himself in his chair as in walked Samantha Deloffre, oneof those old... acquaintances he never forgot. <br/><br/>Before the tailor could offer her a seat, Samantha sat down in the chair on the other side of Choquet's desk, laying her right leg over the left. ""Still doing good business then, I see."" The tailor replied with, what seemed to be some sort of newfound tradition for him, a lot of ""Ho""s and ""Hmm""s, with the word ""yes"" hidden somewhere in between.""You received my letter? You have the dress, then?"" The man nodded. ""Hmm, yes. Indeed -hmm- I have the dress. I already, hmm, had it, of course, but adjusted it to your, hmm, sizes."" Samantha gave a stern nod. ""Good. There are two of my companions downstairs. They will both get whatever they desire. In return..."" Samantha lay a small bag of coins on the table as she spoke ""... you will get this."" Choquet frowned. ""Ho! Hmm.. That hardly covers the, hmm, expenses! Or maybe you were, hmm, planning to relive the old days for a while, hmm?"" The Orlesia stood up, looking at the Warden with a hint of glee in his eyes. Samantha remained seated, calmly smiling. ""No. Besides, you'd die of a heart attack anyway. Just look at the state of you, tssk. You've grown old very fast, tailor."" The man looked angrily now. ""But that's, hmm, thievery! I'll, ho, call the guards!"" <br/><br/>""You won't. I am here with a mercenary force, hired by Orlesian nobility. These could both mean bad things for you and your business. Not only that, I am also, as you might have noticed, a Warden now. I am not only fully in my right, but I am also paying you. There is no way for you to complain about anything of all this.""<br/><br/>""Why, hmm, come here? To, hmm, torment me? To, ho, take all my things? You've, hmm, changed, Samantha.""<br/><br/>""Then you do not trulu know me, tailor, and never have. It was purely a coincidence I came here - my contractor led me here. Now then, with that out of the way, I think I've made myself clear enough. I'll go back downstairs, now. Hmm. Goodbye, tailor."" Samantha patted Choquet on his shoulder with an armored hand, before turning around, going out of the office, and closing the door. She headed downstairs again, back to Elianora and Melova. ""Found anything, yet?""</div></blockquote><br/>Eli chuckled. "" You could say that, "" she responded. She stood up and twirled, displaying the fine embroidery and slightly revealing dress. ""The tailor said it complemented my shape, and they are the experts aren't they? I think Melova looks nice too, wouldn't you agree?""."
4478,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=400,2014-12-16T13:06:00,The Armed Republic of Dutch Coolness,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Samantha Deloffre</span><br/><br/>Samantha nodded and smiled as Elianora, before looking over to Melova. ""Indeed, you both look nice. These the ones, then?"" She turned over to the assistants. ""Get mine, too. Dress for Lady Deloffre. I've already payed your boss."" The assistant ran off, bedore returning with the dress, handing it over to Samantha. It was a warm white, with golden (colored?) embroidery. ""I'll get that on in the coach"" she told the others as she took the dress ""Come, let's go and get the others."""
4479,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=400,2014-12-16T17:22:00,TotallyNotEvilLand,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Armed Republic of Dutch coolness <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22818462#p22818462"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Samantha Deloffre</span><br/><br/>Samantha nodded and smiled as Elianora, before looking over to Melova. ""Indeed, you both look nice. These the ones, then?"" She turned over to the assistants. ""Get mine, too. Dress for Lady Deloffre. I've already payed your boss."" The assistant ran off, bedore returning with the dress, handing it over to Samantha. It was a warm white, with golden (colored?) embroidery. ""I'll get that on in the coach"" she told the others as she took the dress ""Come, let's go and get the others.""</div></blockquote><br/>""I try my best, thanks."" Melova said, slowly standing her way up as she watched Samantha take the dress. They certainly looked like a fancy lot. They could pass as nobles! ... Which, come to think of it, was what they were trying to do. ""I hope the next job involves more arrows flying. I'm all for high society, of course, but I'm not used to this sort of thing."""
4480,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=400,2014-12-18T07:50:00,The Armed Republic of Dutch Coolness,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Samantha Deloffre</span><br/><br/>""Who can tell, eh? Perhaps there'll be arrows at the ball, too."" Samantha left the tailor's, leading the others out. She looked around the town square, before turning to Elianora and Melova. ""Look for the coach. Should be near the stables, and it'll probably look quite fancy. Oh, and get my dress in there, too. I'll meet you there - I'm going to get the rest, and tell 'em what to do."" Shecarefully handed Elianora the dress - not giving her the time to reply - before turning back to the square, walking towards Arsam, and Cyrus. ""Got the horses? Get the rest, we'll go soon, and I'd rather speak with everyone now."""
4481,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=400,2014-12-18T14:08:00,SaintB,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Armed Republic of Dutch coolness <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22836927#p22836927"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Samantha Deloffre</span><br/><br/>""Who can tell, eh? Perhaps there'll be arrows at the ball, too."" Samantha left the tailor's, leading the others out. She looked around the town square, before turning to Elianora and Melova. ""Look for the coach. Should be near the stables, and it'll probably look quite fancy. Oh, and get my dress in there, too. I'll meet you there - I'm going to get the rest, and tell 'em what to do."" Shecarefully handed Elianora the dress - not giving her the time to reply - before turning back to the square, walking towards Arsam, and Cyrus. ""Got the horses? Get the rest, we'll go soon, and I'd rather speak with everyone now.""</div></blockquote><br/>Arsam nodded, ""I've got the stable master and his apprentice prepping the horses now and Cyrus and I were just about to gather up the others commander.""<br/><br/>He turned toward Cyrus, ""Try checking the shops and tavern maybe, Adrian can't be far off. I'll check for Senan and Trant at the Chantry.""<br/><br/>Old habits die hard and Orlesians were often fanatical followers of the Chantry and Templars also were, Trant also probably was trying to get some lyrium - it was the source of their abilities as well as an addiction few could fight against. The other guy, the swordsman who had just joined up last night, would also be somewhere around here but Arsam wasn't sure where."
4482,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=400,2014-12-18T15:00:00,New Rhodinia,"Cyrus nodded and went off in the general direction of the mysterious girl earlier, dragging his sword across the ground as he walked; he couldn't seem to see her or her mother anywhere, but it didn't stop him from wandering around and following the same course as the girl's mother, browsing the many products on display. A merchant at a rickety stand took notice of Cyrus' curiosity and motioned to talk to him as he passed the stand.<br/><br/>""I can tell that you don't come around here very often, mon ami."" he gasped in a weary, old man voice.<br/><br/>""I don't come around here at all. What did you want, old man?""<br/><br/>The merchant put on a judgmental smirk and gave a hearty chuckle. ""Do you think me as oblivious, child? I see that look in your eyes through that white shell of yours: you want something... or is it some one?""<br/><br/>""I'm looking for a man by the name of Adrian. Have you seen him?"" Cyrus stated blankly, practically ignoring the merchant's previous comment.<br/><br/>The merchant paused and looked at Cyrus quizzically. ""Not him. Haven't seen an Adrian for quite some time. You're looking for something or someone else, I can tell.""<br/><br/>Cyrus leaned over the counter of the stand and peered at the merchant with vicious eyes. ""And I can tell that you clearly have no more need to run this stand of yours. Stop playing games and answer me.""<br/><br/>The merchant sighed heavily and sat down in his wooden chair, appearing disappointed in his attempts to communicate with Cyrus. ""Very well, young one; I will relieve myself of these games, but I'm afraid I've told you all I know. I have seen no traces of any man called Adrian.""<br/><br/>Cyrus sighed himself and looked around at the rest of the town center and in store windows; Adrian was nowhere to be seen. He turned back to the merchant, gave him an annoyed look and went to sit down on the fountain's ledge. He began to tap his feet and hum to the same tune as before as he waited for Adrian to show up."
4483,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=400,2014-12-18T15:12:00,Krugmar,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Senan</span><br/><br/>Senan was stood outside of the Chantry, studying it in every detail. It was a place that baffled him, it served no purpose that he could understand, a waste of a building it seemed. From what he knew, the Hissranites gathered here to be lectured on the tenets of their<span style=""font-style: italic"">Maker</span>. Such a concept was alien to Senan, though he would keep his thoughts to himself.<br/><br/>He moved out of the way of a couple of Orlesians attempting to enter the Chantry. The Orlesian man took a good, long look at him before spitting on him and making a noise that indicated disgust. Senan wiped the spit off of his cheek, not surprised at the way they were treating him. The Orlesian women turned to Senan, ""Shoo, you horrible creature. Your kind is not welcome here"" she said before spitting on Senan. He wiped the second bit of spit off and simply walked away from the Chantry.<br/><br/>""Maraas imekari"" said Senan as he walked away. He could not understand Hissranites, Kabethari and Bas, they seemed so lost and without purpos, angry without reason. He made his way to a tree near the Chantry, then sat down below it and began muttering to himself in Qunlat."
4484,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=400,2014-12-20T21:38:00,New Rhodinia,"After a few minutes of constant twisting of the head, Cyrus let out a frustrated grunt and got up to head back to the cart. Swords in tow, he took one last look at the merchant from before, now giving Cyrus a sage-like look and still sitting patiently in his chair for his next customer.<br/><br/>Cyrus reached the cart to find Samantha and Arsam still lingering around. He leaped back up into the back of the cart and looked to the others.<br/><br/>""Adrian is nowhere to be seen. Are we ready to move out?"""
4485,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=400,2014-12-21T07:07:00,SaintB,"Senan was not hard to spot, he supposed when you stood seven feet tall not being spotted became the more difficult task and so Arsam headed toward the Qunari who sat muttering to himself in a language he did not understand, ""Senan, the commander wants us to gather by the stables before we depart..."" his words trailed off when he noticed the spittle still bubbling on the qunari's boots but decided against mentioning it, if Senan wanted to talk about it he would bring it up himself and Arsam had a propensity for getting into fights with racists that had earned him trouble many times so better not to ask.<br/><br/>With a farewell gesture toward Senan Arsam headed for the Chantry and just his luck Freyan was exiting the building, ""Freyan, the commander wants us to gather by the stables, we leave shortly. If anyone else is in the chantry could you peek in and tell them the same?"" he didn't wait for an answer before issuing a thank you and headed away to check the rest of the center of town for wayward members of the Shattered Blade."
4486,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=400,2014-12-21T18:13:00,Argentarino,"<blockquote><div><cite>SaintB <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22866417#p22866417"">wrote</a>:</cite>Senan was not hard to spot, he supposed when you stood seven feet tall not being spotted became the more difficult task and so Arsam headed toward the Qunari who sat muttering to himself in a language he did not understand, ""Senan, the commander wants us to gather by the stables before we depart..."" his words trailed off when he noticed the spittle still bubbling on the qunari's boots but decided against mentioning it, if Senan wanted to talk about it he would bring it up himself and Arsam had a propensity for getting into fights with racists that had earned him trouble many times so better not to ask.<br/><br/>With a farewell gesture toward Senan Arsam headed for the Chantry and just his luck Freyan was exiting the building, ""Freyan, the commander wants us to gather by the stables, we leave shortly. If anyone else is in the chantry could you peek in and tell them the same?"" he didn't wait for an answer before issuing a thank you and headed away to check the rest of the center of town for wayward members of the Shattered Blade.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Freyan stopped in his tracks when Arsam asked him to go back into the Chantry. He hadn't seen any members of the company in the Chantry besides himself, so he headed for the stables. The news the Revered Mother gave to him were extremely troubling. If what she said was accurate, then there would no doubt be a fight at the party. And only the Maker knew whether or not Freyan would make it out alive..."
4487,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=400,2014-12-23T05:06:00,Altito Asmoro,"He is a new man in addition.<br/><br/>The Shattered Blade, a mercenary warband of which hired as...mercenaries, or hired men, or guards, or infiltrators. He, meanwhile, is the new addition. He decided to stayed behind for now at the Inn, just like everyone else, and maybe doing something in the process. Aerkan Taegor, that's his name. Surely he can works for something else for now, but whatever is that thing he working on, at least he doing a moderate job with moderate sum of money to be paid to the coffers."
4488,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=400,2014-12-23T17:53:00,Krugmar,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Senan</span><br/><br/>Senan quickly cleaned the spittle from his boots and recovered himself.<span style=""font-style: italic"">What would other Qunari think of him losing control of his emotions like that?</span>Senan nodded at Arsam before he left and silently thanked him, this Kabethari seemed to be a person who could be relied upon, one who did not judge Senan like so many others did. It was a shame he did not follow the Tal-Qun, though it was never too late to make him a convert. Senan almost laughed at this, as if he could ever get any Kabethari to convert to the Tal-Qun.<br/><br/>Senan began making his way towards the stables, eager to rejoin the rest of the party and escape the bas in this village. They were even more intolerant and disgusting than the Ferelden bas, and that was saying something. He soon reached the stables and made himself comfortable, waiting for the rest of the party."
4489,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=400,2014-12-23T20:47:00,The Templar High Council,"While everyone had gone off to deal with their business, Adrian had stayed at the inn Samantha had directed them to. Someone had to secure their lodgings, right? She had also left him enough coin to pay for rooms, and Adrian sat in the dining area eating his supper.<br/><br/>Nearby, he saw Shaeris, apparently resting from the journey. She was separate from all the other patrons, maybe also because she was the only obvious elf in the tavern. He approached gingerly, waking her up without too much force (he hoped). ""Rough couple of days, huh?"" Adrian asked with a smile."
4490,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=400,2014-12-23T21:18:00,The Ik Ka Ek Akai,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Templar High Council <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22898474#p22898474"">wrote</a>:</cite>While everyone had gone off to deal with their business, Adrian had stayed at the inn Samantha had directed them to. Someone had to secure their lodgings, right? She had also left him enough coin to pay for rooms, and Adrian sat in the dining area eating his supper.<br/><br/>Nearby, he saw Shaeris, apparently resting from the journey. She was separate from all the other patrons, maybe also because she was the only obvious elf in the tavern. He approached gingerly, waking her up without too much force (he hoped). ""Rough couple of days, huh?"" Adrian asked with a smile.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Shaeris looked up to him with tired eyes. She nodded and yawned, ""Very much so. I used to travel all the time, even after leaving my clan, but..."" she trails off, ""this has been particularly rough."" Shaeris chose to be quiet, speaking with a near-whisper. She did not want to draw attention to herself. That's exactly how she was discovered those days ago, and she would not want to do it again. It was simply better to speak with those she could trust for the moment."
4491,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=400,2014-12-23T23:19:00,The Templar High Council,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Ik Ka Ek Akai <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22898794#p22898794"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Templar High Council <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22898474#p22898474"">wrote</a>:</cite>While everyone had gone off to deal with their business, Adrian had stayed at the inn Samantha had directed them to. Someone had to secure their lodgings, right? She had also left him enough coin to pay for rooms, and Adrian sat in the dining area eating his supper.<br/><br/>Nearby, he saw Shaeris, apparently resting from the journey. She was separate from all the other patrons, maybe also because she was the only obvious elf in the tavern. He approached gingerly, waking her up without too much force (he hoped). ""Rough couple of days, huh?"" Adrian asked with a smile.</div></blockquote><br/>Shaeris looked up to him with tired eyes. She nodded and yawned, ""Very much so. I used to travel all the time, even after leaving my clan, but..."" she trails off, ""this has been particularly rough."" Shaeris chose to be quiet, speaking with a near-whisper. She did not want to draw attention to herself. That's exactly how she was discovered those days ago, and she would not want to do it again. It was simply better to speak with those she could trust for the moment.</div></blockquote><br/>""Particularly rough? How so? I haven't had to travel so hard since I joined the Blades. It isn't too often we cross the Frostbacks. I'm just not accustomed to the cold."" Adrian sat down next to Shaeris, trying to be sociable. Really, he was waiting till Madame Deloffre gave the next order. This pointless waiting... Adrian was much better suited to action. And conversation was apparently the next best thing."
4492,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=400,2014-12-24T21:23:00,The Ik Ka Ek Akai,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Templar High Council <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22899843#p22899843"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Ik Ka Ek Akai <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22898794#p22898794"">wrote</a>:</cite>Shaeris looked up to him with tired eyes. She nodded and yawned, ""Very much so. I used to travel all the time, even after leaving my clan, but..."" she trails off, ""this has been particularly rough."" Shaeris chose to be quiet, speaking with a near-whisper. She did not want to draw attention to herself. That's exactly how she was discovered those days ago, and she would not want to do it again. It was simply better to speak with those she could trust for the moment.</div></blockquote><br/>""Particularly rough? How so? I haven't had to travel so hard since I joined the Blades. It isn't too often we cross the Frostbacks. I'm just not accustomed to the cold."" Adrian sat down next to Shaeris, trying to be sociable. Really, he was waiting till Madame Deloffre gave the next order. This pointless waiting... Adrian was much better suited to action. And conversation was apparently the next best thing.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Well, I've had to deal with my injuries, though I suppose they've been fading. Crossing mountains is rough too. It's not the first time, but it doesn't make it any easier. And, well, the cold sure prevents good rest."" Shaeris explained. While she was usually more antisocial, less talkative, and mind you she was still generally quiet, Shaeris felt that enough time had passed and enough significant events had come and gone that she could trust and mingle with these people. Some knew her secret, and instead of executing her or handing her to the chantry to be chained in some dark basement, they instead helped her, healed her, and let her travel with them. They were certainly a kind group, and that was enough for Shaeris to finally let go of her isolation."
4493,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=400,2014-12-27T21:31:00,The Templar High Council,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Ik Ka Ek Akai <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22908428#p22908428"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Templar High Council <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22899843#p22899843"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Particularly rough? How so? I haven't had to travel so hard since I joined the Blades. It isn't too often we cross the Frostbacks. I'm just not accustomed to the cold."" Adrian sat down next to Shaeris, trying to be sociable. Really, he was waiting till Madame Deloffre gave the next order. This pointless waiting... Adrian was much better suited to action. And conversation was apparently the next best thing.</div></blockquote><br/>""Well, I've had to deal with my injuries, though I suppose they've been fading. Crossing mountains is rough too. It's not the first time, but it doesn't make it any easier. And, well, the cold sure prevents good rest."" Shaeris explained. While she was usually more antisocial, less talkative, and mind you she was still generally quiet, Shaeris felt that enough time had passed and enough significant events had come and gone that she could trust and mingle with these people. Some knew her secret, and instead of executing her or handing her to the chantry to be chained in some dark basement, they instead helped her, healed her, and let her travel with them. They were certainly a kind group, and that was enough for Shaeris to finally let go of her isolation.</div></blockquote><br/>""How are those, anyway? Your injuries. They haven't seemed to heal well."" Adrian did not accuse Shaeris of being a blood mage initially, but he did suspect it after the strange circumstances. He didn't plan on letting a possibly dangerous individual stay with them unless he knew what was going on."
4494,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=400,2014-12-28T05:09:00,SaintB,"Arsam's rounds brought him to the Inn and Tavern before he returned to the stables for the commander's briefing. Peaking into the common room he spotted a couple more members of the company and approached them before speaking, ""Commander Deloffre wants us all to gather at the stables to talk about tonight's job. She's there waiting for us all now.""<br/><br/>He waited for a response before he would leave, preferably with them tagging along."
4495,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=400,2014-12-28T21:18:00,Altito Asmoro,"<blockquote><div><cite>SaintB <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22937871#p22937871"">wrote</a>:</cite>Arsam's rounds brought him to the Inn and Tavern before he returned to the stables for the commander's briefing. Peaking into the common room he spotted a couple more members of the company and approached them before speaking, ""Commander Deloffre wants us all to gather at the stables to talk about tonight's job. She's there waiting for us all now.""<br/><br/>He waited for a response before he would leave, preferably with them tagging along.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Aerkan stood up from where he sat at. It seems tonight there will be a job. He promptly put down a glass of drink and a plate of food he just ate before. He needs to be strong and well enough to do the job well.<br/><br/>""I'm going, Arsam."" said Aerkan as he walked to the door led to the outside, the stable."
4496,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=400,2014-12-29T09:18:00,The Ik Ka Ek Akai,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Templar High Council <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22935360#p22935360"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Ik Ka Ek Akai <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22908428#p22908428"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Well, I've had to deal with my injuries, though I suppose they've been fading. Crossing mountains is rough too. It's not the first time, but it doesn't make it any easier. And, well, the cold sure prevents good rest."" Shaeris explained. While she was usually more antisocial, less talkative, and mind you she was still generally quiet, Shaeris felt that enough time had passed and enough significant events had come and gone that she could trust and mingle with these people. Some knew her secret, and instead of executing her or handing her to the chantry to be chained in some dark basement, they instead helped her, healed her, and let her travel with them. They were certainly a kind group, and that was enough for Shaeris to finally let go of her isolation.</div></blockquote><br/>""How are those, anyway? Your injuries. They haven't seemed to heal well."" Adrian did not accuse Shaeris of being a blood mage initially, but he did suspect it after the strange circumstances. He didn't plan on letting a possibly dangerous individual stay with them unless he knew what was going on.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Oh, they feel fine...mostly. It'll take a bit more time. A sickle is no toy, after all."" Shaeris quickly responded. It was true, her sickle wounds still hurt a bit, but felt mostly better as she had stated. They were still noticeable in appearance, though they no longer resembled the gashes she had previously had. Shaeris made no mention of the slit upon her hand, possibly passing it off as another sickle wound. She may also, however, be attempting to dodge the question by not mentioning it. If close examination was given, it could be seen the slit was, in fact, an older wound than the peasant attack. Getting such a close inspection, on the other hand*, would be difficult.<br/><br/><br/><br/>(*No pun intended)"
4497,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=400,2014-12-30T23:37:00,The Templar High Council,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Ik Ka Ek Akai <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22950098#p22950098"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Templar High Council <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22935360#p22935360"">wrote</a>:</cite>""How are those, anyway? Your injuries. They haven't seemed to heal well."" Adrian did not accuse Shaeris of being a blood mage initially, but he did suspect it after the strange circumstances. He didn't plan on letting a possibly dangerous individual stay with them unless he knew what was going on.</div></blockquote><br/>""Oh, they feel fine...mostly. It'll take a bit more time. A sickle is no toy, after all."" Shaeris quickly responded. It was true, her sickle wounds still hurt a bit, but felt mostly better as she had stated. They were still noticeable in appearance, though they no longer resembled the gashes she had previously had. Shaeris made no mention of the slit upon her hand, possibly passing it off as another sickle wound. She may also, however, be attempting to dodge the question by not mentioning it. If close examination was given, it could be seen the slit was, in fact, an older wound than the peasant attack. Getting such a close inspection, on the other hand, would be difficult.</div></blockquote><br/>""Just, take care of yourself. I can guess you aren't as resiliant as some of the rest of us."" Adrian felt the conversation slipping away, but then Arsam arrived with an order to meet Samantha.<br/><br/>""Come on. We best not keep Madame Deloffre waiting. She's known to cause wounds worse than those scratches."" He stood and offered his hand to the elf, being chivalrous as any man ought."
4498,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=400,2014-12-31T15:08:00,The Ik Ka Ek Akai,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Templar High Council <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22970715#p22970715"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Ik Ka Ek Akai <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22950098#p22950098"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Oh, they feel fine...mostly. It'll take a bit more time. A sickle is no toy, after all."" Shaeris quickly responded. It was true, her sickle wounds still hurt a bit, but felt mostly better as she had stated. They were still noticeable in appearance, though they no longer resembled the gashes she had previously had. Shaeris made no mention of the slit upon her hand, possibly passing it off as another sickle wound. She may also, however, be attempting to dodge the question by not mentioning it. If close examination was given, it could be seen the slit was, in fact, an older wound than the peasant attack. Getting such a close inspection, on the other hand, would be difficult.</div></blockquote><br/>""Just, take care of yourself. I can guess you aren't as resiliant as some of the rest of us."" Adrian felt the conversation slipping away, but then Arsam arrived with an order to meet Samantha.<br/><br/>""Come on. We best not keep Madame Deloffre waiting. She's known to cause wounds worse than those scratches."" He stood and offered his hand to the elf, being chivalrous as any man ought.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Shaeris, after a moment of hesitation, took the hand. Her grip was soft, but one could tell it was a grip that would not easily drop something. Sh had hesitated due to simple thinking, wondering if she should. The thought came in her mind afterwards questioning why she paused for such a thing. It was, after all, simply taking the hand of a trusted one. Why would it take any thought at all? Why not immediately take it? It was then that Shaeris realized that she, perhaps, had not truly began to trust anyone as much as she thought she had."
4499,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=400,2015-01-01T09:47:00,The Armed Republic of Dutch Coolness,"Samantha looked at the company as the last few arrived. It was frustrating that they had arrived as late as they did, but there'd be no point in arguing about it - after all, that would only consume even<span style=""font-style: italic"">more</span>time. ""Alright, you miserable lot. As you all know, where going to attend an Orlesian ball. I expect you all to be on your best behavior - that includes not swearing, and not using violence at random. I'm going in under the cover of a Ferelden cousin to the lady who is organising it, whom has also hired us, Elianora and Melova shall pose as my handmaidens, while Kaasaras and Freyan will pose as my guards. The rest of you will go in under the cover of Grey Wardens and new initiates for the Grey Wardens. You'll meet up with Wilhelm once we arrive. Until then, Adrian, you're carrying the documents that'll be the evidence that you really are Wardens. Now,<span style=""font-style: italic"">Madame Badeaux</span>is a staunch supporter of Empress Celene, as are most of the nobles at the ball, so<span style=""font-style: italic"">none</span>of you will even hint at being a supporter of Gaspard, no matter your true opinions on the matter. Am I clear?"" Rather than giving them the chance to answer, she continued. ""Good. The 'Grey Wardens' and my 'Guards' will have horses for them at the stables. Melova, Elianora, and I shall arrive with a coach, Freyan and Kaasaras following us on horseback. The 'Wardens' shall arrive slightly afterwards. Questions? No? Good, let's go. You know what to do. Get to the ball, keep an eye out for trouble, prevent assassination. Go!""<br/><br/>Grabbing Melova and Elianora by the arms, Samantha walked towards the coach, which stood by the stable, waiting. It was beautifully decorated, fit for a noble. The driver tipped his hat as a manner of greeting, and opened the door, allowing the ladies inside. The seats were soft to touch, and looked very expensive (and most likely were very expensive). Samantha took a seat, and waited for the others to do so, too. Once they were all seated, she knocked on the coach's roof, prompting the driver to ride.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Château de Blanquefort<br/>Samantha Deloffre</span><br/><br/>The castle, seemingly made entirely out of marble, was beautifully decorated for the ball, lights shining into the evening sky as the coach arrived. The coach came to the halt in the courtyard, right in front of the entry hall. The door was opened by a servant, who gave a bow, and motioned for Samantha and the others to leave. Samantha, now dressed in the dress she'd picked up rather than her armor, left the first, followed by Melova and Elianora. She walked towards the entry hall, and took a look over her shoulder. A group, riding horses, entered the courtyard. The 'Grey Wardens' had arrived, allowed inside without any trouble. Countess Badeaux had informed her men well.<br/><br/>They walked through the entry hall, surrounded by nobles, to the ball room, followed by their 'guards'. The 'Grey Wardens' would follow not more than a minute later, entering through the same hall, still clad in their gear - much to the dismay of some nobles. ""Lady Deloffre, of Ferelden!"" one of the servants, clad in away too expensive suit, cried out the name as the three entered the Ballroom, shouting ""The Grey Wardens!"" in the same manner as the others entered. Samantha turned to her 'handmaiden' and the 'Lady in waiting'. ""Good, you know what to do. We'll talk to some nobles, mingle with the masses - but keep an eye out for anything suspicious. Report anything that might be interesting to me. And.."" she added, with a wink ""at least<span style=""font-style: italic"">try</span>to enjoy all of this, yes?"""
4500,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=425,2015-01-01T10:21:00,Val Halla,"Eli quietly sat down at a long table. A young Orlesian noble, likely in his late teenage years, approached her.""Would I take the ladies hand in dance?"". The boy was not particularly pleasant. He was a ugly, snotty kid. ""I, uh, no,"" she responded. This annoyed the boy. ""I am the son of a prominent count! I will have your hand!"". Great. Not only was this boy ugly, but he was also incredibly narcissistic. She stood up and slapped him. Fortunately, nobody saw this happening. She grabbed a glass of wine and stormed off, leaving him rubbing his cheek"
4501,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=425,2015-01-01T11:45:00,Argentarino,"Freyan was nervous. As he stood next to Samantha, he kept an eye out in the crowd for a number of things: suspicious activity that might hint at an assassination (this was Orlais, Maker's Breath, there were<span style=""font-style: italic"">hundreds</span>of indicators of an assassin), as well as any trouble from the Chevaliers from his company. Luckily, he did not spot any Chevaliers. It seemed that they had not yet arrived.<br/><br/>Freyan witnessed Eli slap the noble and flinched.<span style=""font-style: italic"">That girl will get us killed.</span>He whistled at Eli, hoping to get her attention. When he did, he beckoned her over."
4502,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=425,2015-01-01T14:28:00,Krugmar,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Senan</span><br/><br/>Senan followed his fellow 'Grey Wardens' into the Ball, not really sure how to properly act into his role. He saw the Karasten-Commander and her ladies and guards walk ahead of them and start to 'mingle'. This word he did not fully like, it seemed like a useless word for a useless thing. He was still confused as to what a Gaspard was and why he would support it, yet he dared not ask due to their orders.<br/><br/>He made his way through the Ball, finding a quiet place where he could stand and observe. Unfortunately some nobleman had spotted him and made his way over to Senan. He was wearing a stupid looking mask and it took quite a bit of restraint for Senan to not point that out. The nobleman prodded Senan and said ""Magnifique! I had not seen a Qunari in the flesh before"". Senan merely gave him a confused look,<span style=""font-style: italic"">what was going on?</span><br/><br/>The nobleman turned around and called a few of his friends and probably his wife over, saying ""Look, look at this"". They began to prod Senan, poking at his scars and touching his horns. Senan still didn't understand what was going on, his face stuck permanently in bewilderment.<br/><br/>""You are a Grey Warden monsieur?"" asked the nobleman, who looked almost ready to burst with excitement.<br/><br/>""Yes"" replied Senan, regaining enough control to simply answer the question.<br/><br/>""Incroyable! and tell me monsieur, what is your name?"" asked the nobleman, clapping his hands as he said it.<br/><br/>""This one is a Senan"" replied Senan.<br/><br/>""Sensationnel! Incroyable! He even talks like a Qunari! Come, look at this!"" said the nobleman, almost shouting with joy as he said it. By now Senan was gathering a small crowd of noblemen and woman who did little other than poke and prod him.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Surely they had seen Tal-Vashoth or at least the occasional Qunari?</span>. Senan tried to look for Wilhelm or Adrian, he needed some help from the Kabethari before these bas prodded him to death."
4503,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=425,2015-01-01T14:32:00,New Rhodinia,"Cyrus was awestruck at the grandiose presentation of the castle, twisting his neck in all directions to take in the scenery. It was much more beautifully decorated then the previous town they had visited - and much more populated. Cyrus' hands slowly opened and closed and he kept his breathing steady, but still experienced growing pain in his chest.<br/><br/>As distracted as he was by the environment, his eyes snapped to a small commotion at the table where Eli had sat: the woman fervently slapped a young (rather unkept) man and stormed off, Freyan motioning her over. Cyrus' breath returned to a normal state as he walked over to Freyan, eyes darting attentively at the two.<br/><br/>""Something the matter over here?"" He whispered under his mask."
4504,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=425,2015-01-01T14:49:00,TotallyNotEvilLand,"Ugh. This place was so rich and bland she might as well have been inside a bowl of rice. Melova much preferred the outdoors. At least there it didn't smell of pretentiousness... And it wasn't filled with silly accents most of the time. Only the repeated biting of her lip kept her from bursting out into laughter at times. She kept her arms crossed behind her back and wandered about, trying not to gather a large amount of attention. She just wanted to keep an eye out for suspicious behavior... And get the hell out. She witnessed Eli slap a noble on the cheek and gave her a subtle smirk and thumbs up, mouthing a 'good job' to her and, finding a statue very interesting, began to examine it... If only she had some ink, she could deface it in so many ways."
4505,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=425,2015-01-01T15:30:00,Argentarino,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Rhodinia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22987933#p22987933"">wrote</a>:</cite>Cyrus was awestruck at the grandiose presentation of the castle, twisting his neck in all directions to take in the scenery. It was much more beautifully decorated then the previous town they had visited - and much more populated. Cyrus' hands slowly opened and closed and he kept his breathing steady, but still experienced growing pain in his chest. <br/><br/>As distracted as he was by the environment, his eyes snapped to a small commotion at the table where Eli had sat: the woman fervently slapped a young (rather unkept) man and stormed off, Freyan motioning her over. Cyrus' breath returned to a normal state as he walked over to Freyan, eyes darting attentively at the two.<br/><br/>""Something the matter over here?"" He whispered under his mask.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""We are not here to make enemies, and while in Ferelden, a slap may be warranted, in Orlais...I shiver to think how far she has just delved into the Grand Game. I'm not going to beat her or harm her. She is a comrade. I merely wish to educate her on how not to act towards Orlesian nobility, myself having been raised in court..."""
4506,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=425,2015-01-01T16:34:00,The Templar High Council,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Armed Republic of Dutch coolness <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22985774#p22985774"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Until then, Adrian, you're carrying the documents that'll be the evidence that you really are Wardens. Now, <span style=""font-style: italic"">Madame Badeaux</span> is a staunch supporter of Empress Celene, as are most of the nobles at the ball, so <span style=""font-style: italic"">none</span> of you will even hint at being a supporter of Gaspard, no matter your true opinions on the matter. Am I clear?"" Rather than giving them the chance to answer, she continued. ""Good. The 'Grey Wardens' and my 'Guards' will have horses for them at the stables. Melova, Elianora, and I shall arrive with a coach, Freyan and Kaasaras following us on horseback. The 'Wardens' shall arrive slightly afterwards. Questions? No? Good, let's go. You know what to do. Get to the ball, keep an eye out for trouble, prevent assassination. Go!""</div></blockquote><br/>""Understood. I'll do my best to make sure we're safe."" Adrian took the papers, and the group eventually set off.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Krugmar <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22987901#p22987901"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Senan</span><br/><br/>Senan followed his fellow 'Grey Wardens' into the Ball, not really sure how to properly act into his role. He saw the Karasten-Commander and her ladies and guards walk ahead of them and start to 'mingle'. This word he did not fully like, it seemed like a useless word for a useless thing. He was still confused as to what a Gaspard was and why he would support it, yet he dared not ask due to their orders. <br/><br/>He made his way through the Ball, finding a quiet place where he could stand and observe. Unfortunately some nobleman had spotted him and made his way over to Senan. He was wearing a stupid looking mask and it took quite a bit of restraint for Senan to not point that out. The nobleman prodded Senan and said ""Magnifique! I had not seen a Qunari in the flesh before"". Senan merely gave him a confused look, <span style=""font-style: italic"">what was going on?</span><br/><br/>The nobleman turned around and called a few of his friends and probably his wife over, saying ""Look, look at this"". They began to prod Senan, poking at his scars and touching his horns. Senan still didn't understand what was going on, his face stuck permanently in bewilderment.<br/><br/>""You are a Grey Warden monsieur?"" asked the nobleman, who looked almost ready to burst with excitement.<br/><br/>""Yes"" replied Senan, regaining enough control to simply answer the question.<br/><br/>""Incroyable! and tell me monsieur, what is your name?"" asked the nobleman, clapping his hands as he said it.<br/><br/>""This one is a Senan"" replied Senan.<br/><br/>""Sensationnel! Incroyable! He even talks like a Qunari! Come, look at this!"" said the nobleman, almost shouting with joy as he said it. By now Senan was gathering a small crowd of noblemen and woman who did little other than poke and prod him. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Surely they had seen Tal-Vashoth or at least the occasional Qunari?</span>. Senan tried to look for Wilhelm or Adrian, he needed some help from the Kabethari before these bas prodded him to death.</div></blockquote><br/>""Excuse me, I simply<span style=""font-style: italic"">must</span>speak with my comrade here."" Adrian reached in and pulled Senan from the mob. ""Warden business, I don't wish to bother you with the details."" This seemed to satisfy the nobles, and they dispersed soon enough.<br/><br/>""It must be rough, being so conspicuous."" Adrian mused to the Qunari. ""I wish our assailants were as obvious as you..."""
4507,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=425,2015-01-01T18:01:00,New Rhodinia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Argentarino <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22988490#p22988490"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Rhodinia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22987933#p22987933"">wrote</a>:</cite>Cyrus was awestruck at the grandiose presentation of the castle, twisting his neck in all directions to take in the scenery. It was much more beautifully decorated then the previous town they had visited - and much more populated. Cyrus' hands slowly opened and closed and he kept his breathing steady, but still experienced growing pain in his chest. <br/><br/>As distracted as he was by the environment, his eyes snapped to a small commotion at the table where Eli had sat: the woman fervently slapped a young (rather unkept) man and stormed off, Freyan motioning her over. Cyrus' breath returned to a normal state as he walked over to Freyan, eyes darting attentively at the two.<br/><br/>""Something the matter over here?"" He whispered under his mask.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""We are not here to make enemies, and while in Ferelden, a slap may be warranted, in Orlais...I shiver to think how far she has just delved into the Grand Game. I'm not going to beat her or harm her. She is a comrade. I merely wish to educate her on how not to act towards Orlesian nobility, myself having been raised in court...""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Cyrus crossed his arms and shook his head, looking towards Eli.<br/><br/>""I'll never understand you noble lot; all concerned with the balance of power and whether or not someone's toes are hurting. I have no business here with the Orlesians, but it's a hell of a lot more interesting then the swamps of Fereldan. A lot more... gold."""
4508,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=425,2015-01-04T15:29:00,New Rhodinia,"Cyrus stood in silence while the happy-go-lucky atmosphere advanced around him. He tilted his head slightly toward Freyan, looking him up and down.<br/><br/>""Do you travel much?"" he asked curiously."
4509,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=425,2015-01-04T16:22:00,Argentarino,"Freyan turned to Cyrus while scanning the room. Still no sign of would-be assassins. ""It is not what I think. I gave up the noble life a year ago. I just don't want to see Eli challenged to a duel, which no doubt would ruin our chances of stopping an assassination. But yes, the nobles here are...different, from your Fereldan banns and teyrns. As for travel...up until a few months ago, I traveled throughout much of Thedas. I have seen Fereldan, bits of Navarre, I have even had a chance to visit the Free Marches. But I am glad that I am now in the company of Mademoiselle Deloffre. She is a good boss. She'd make a fine Chevalier, if she ever got bored of being a mercenary captain, but I doubt that is the case."""
4510,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=425,2015-01-04T16:53:00,Val Halla,"Eli, frustrated at the current events, went to find a waiter. From the stories she had heard, they are even more likely to be assasins than bards. Not to mention that she just wanted some wine. She approached a waiter, a young accented elf girl, no older than 20. She grabbed a glass of wine from her grasp and walked over to some of the others. She smiled, and said ""Surely we are allowed to indulge a bit. Orlesian wine is some of the best, no?"". She drank some of the wine and whisper towards Freyan. ""I need to know, sir. Do you see of any would be assasins? I can, uh, deal with them quitely. You are acting as my guardsman, so if will leave with somebody together, we will be less suspicious""."
4511,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=425,2015-01-04T17:10:00,New Rhodinia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Val Halla <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=23028184#p23028184"">wrote</a>:</cite>Eli, frustrated at the current events, went to find a waiter. From the stories she had heard, they are even more likely to be assasins than bards. Not to mention that she just wanted some wine. She approached a waiter, a young accented elf girl, no older than 20. She grabbed a glass of wine from her grasp and walked over to some of the others. She smiled, and said ""Surely we are allowed to indulge a bit. Orlesian wine is some of the best, no?"". She drank some of the wine and whisper towards Freyan. ""I need to know, sir. Do you see of any would be assasins? I can, uh, deal with them quitely. You are acting as my guardsman, so if will leave with somebody together, we will be less suspicious"".</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Cyrus whispered back under his mask to Eli.<br/><br/>""Trust me, if anything definitive were found we'd have seen the signal by now.""<br/><br/>He rubbed his hands together and blew into them as if it were freezing inside the castle hall, but then lowered them, keeping them in a rather gentlemanly position. He turned back to Freyan, trying not to let his aggressive side show too much and spoke with an almost forced manner-minding tone.<br/><br/>""So, it seems we're one in the same as travelers; only difference is there's a chance I've killed a lot more men then you have. But, if you looked at it technically, you could consider me a noble but now I've stooped to a new low, it seems. Here I am thinking I'd find a little bit of vengeance against a mercenary band such as this, yet here I am in a mercenary band. It's like looking into a display window knowing I'm supposed to be there rather then in filth.""<br/><br/>He took a thoughtful pause and looked back at Freyan.<br/><br/>""Not to cause offense, surely."""
4512,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=425,2015-01-04T17:30:00,Argentarino,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Rhodinia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=23028372#p23028372"">wrote</a>:</cite>He rubbed his hands together and blew into them as if it were freezing inside the castle hall, but then lowered them, keeping them in a rather gentlemanly position. He turned back to Freyan, trying not to let his aggressive side show too much and spoke with an almost forced manner-minding tone.<br/><br/>""So, it seems we're one in the same as travelers; only difference is there's a chance I've killed a lot more men then you have. But, if you looked at it technically, you could consider me a noble but now I've stooped to a new low, it seems. Here I am thinking I'd find a little bit of vengeance against a mercenary band such as this, yet here I am in a mercenary band. It's like looking into a display window knowing I'm supposed to be there rather then in filth.""<br/><br/>He took a thoughtful pause and looked back at Freyan.<br/><br/>""Not to cause offense, surely.""</div></blockquote><br/>""You know nothing about me, Cyrus. I was in the Chevaliers, the elite of the Imperial army. Do not presume to think that I have not seen conflict solely through my experience in the Shattered Blades. So, no offence taken,"" he whispered, his grimacing face concealed behind his mask. He turned to Eli. ""Eli, mademoiselle, you need to stay by me, for the time being. I do not want you wandering around in your state. I'll let you know if I see any signs."""
4513,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=425,2015-01-04T20:05:00,SaintB,"Here at the party was where Arsam determined he hated Orlais. At least the Orlesian nobility for sure. All the masks and perfumes and automatic looking choreography was too much for him and then there was their damn game - those pompous fools thought they lived above the real world and that none of the war and famine that tore their nation apart while they pretended all in the world was right and that their silly political machinations, murders, and blackmailing was the only important thing that was really going on. The Arcane Warrior was in a bit of a dark place right now and entertaining the idea of letting the assassin strike."
4514,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=425,2015-01-08T09:58:00,The Armed Republic of Dutch Coolness,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Samantha Deloffre</span><br/><br/>The music swelled, encouraging the Orlesian nobility to dance in the ball room. Samantha found herself slightly startled as the two nobles, a couple, she had just been speaking to suddenly disappeared in the crowd of masked, dancing people. She took the moment to walk towards one of the Elven servants, picking a glass of wine from a plate in a suitably posh manner. She took a sip from the glass, and looked around. She saw two young people, both masked and rather shady looking, sneaking off through a small hallway. Possible assassins, or just two lovers sneaking off to do their thing?<br/>Freyan and Cyrus, meanwhile, would see a strange-looking man clad in brightly colored clothes, with a shaggy beard, enter the ball room and pushing through the crowd, accompanied by the muffled cries of outrage and hushed whispers of disapproval. Elianora, Melova, and Arsam would see something strange, too: rather than making music, one of the bards was entering the dancing crowd in a dance of her own - was she just happy, drunk, or making her way to a noble to kill?"
4515,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=425,2015-01-08T10:59:00,Krugmar,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Templar""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>The Templar High Council <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22989122#p22989122"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Armed Republic of Dutch coolness <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22985774#p22985774"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Until then, Adrian, you're carrying the documents that'll be the evidence that you really are Wardens. Now, <span style=""font-style: italic"">Madame Badeaux</span> is a staunch supporter of Empress Celene, as are most of the nobles at the ball, so <span style=""font-style: italic"">none</span> of you will even hint at being a supporter of Gaspard, no matter your true opinions on the matter. Am I clear?"" Rather than giving them the chance to answer, she continued. ""Good. The 'Grey Wardens' and my 'Guards' will have horses for them at the stables. Melova, Elianora, and I shall arrive with a coach, Freyan and Kaasaras following us on horseback. The 'Wardens' shall arrive slightly afterwards. Questions? No? Good, let's go. You know what to do. Get to the ball, keep an eye out for trouble, prevent assassination. Go!""</div></blockquote><br/>""Understood. I'll do my best to make sure we're safe."" Adrian took the papers, and the group eventually set off.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Krugmar <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22987901#p22987901"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Senan</span><br/><br/>Senan followed his fellow 'Grey Wardens' into the Ball, not really sure how to properly act into his role. He saw the Karasten-Commander and her ladies and guards walk ahead of them and start to 'mingle'. This word he did not fully like, it seemed like a useless word for a useless thing. He was still confused as to what a Gaspard was and why he would support it, yet he dared not ask due to their orders. <br/><br/>He made his way through the Ball, finding a quiet place where he could stand and observe. Unfortunately some nobleman had spotted him and made his way over to Senan. He was wearing a stupid looking mask and it took quite a bit of restraint for Senan to not point that out. The nobleman prodded Senan and said ""Magnifique! I had not seen a Qunari in the flesh before"". Senan merely gave him a confused look, <span style=""font-style: italic"">what was going on?</span><br/><br/>The nobleman turned around and called a few of his friends and probably his wife over, saying ""Look, look at this"". They began to prod Senan, poking at his scars and touching his horns. Senan still didn't understand what was going on, his face stuck permanently in bewilderment.<br/><br/>""You are a Grey Warden monsieur?"" asked the nobleman, who looked almost ready to burst with excitement.<br/><br/>""Yes"" replied Senan, regaining enough control to simply answer the question.<br/><br/>""Incroyable! and tell me monsieur, what is your name?"" asked the nobleman, clapping his hands as he said it.<br/><br/>""This one is a Senan"" replied Senan.<br/><br/>""Sensationnel! Incroyable! He even talks like a Qunari! Come, look at this!"" said the nobleman, almost shouting with joy as he said it. By now Senan was gathering a small crowd of noblemen and woman who did little other than poke and prod him. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Surely they had seen Tal-Vashoth or at least the occasional Qunari?</span>. Senan tried to look for Wilhelm or Adrian, he needed some help from the Kabethari before these bas prodded him to death.</div></blockquote><br/>""Excuse me, I simply <span style=""font-style: italic"">must</span> speak with my comrade here."" Adrian reached in and pulled Senan from the mob. ""Warden business, I don't wish to bother you with the details."" This seemed to satisfy the nobles, and they dispersed soon enough.<br/><br/>""It must be rough, being so conspicuous."" Adrian mused to the Qunari. ""I wish our assailants were as obvious as you...""</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Senan</span><br/><br/>""Thank you Kabethari, you assistance was most timely"" said Senan, his voice devoid of emotion as ever. He began looking around the room, though the amount of nobles gathered simply blocked his attempts. This mission was better suited to others, those who had an eye for the unusual. To Senan, everyone here was acting unusual. ""All of these people seem strange and obvious to me, I only hope that you and our other comrades will prove more useful than I will be"" he continued, attempting to compliment his comrade in a strange way of speaking."
4516,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=425,2015-01-08T11:44:00,The Templar High Council,"<blockquote><div><cite>Krugmar <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=23067973#p23067973"">wrote</a>:</cite><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Temp""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>The Templar High Council <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=22989122#p22989122"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Excuse me, I simply <span style=""font-style: italic"">must</span> speak with my comrade here."" Adrian reached in and pulled Senan from the mob. ""Warden business, I don't wish to bother you with the details."" This seemed to satisfy the nobles, and they dispersed soon enough.<br/><br/>""It must be rough, being so conspicuous."" Adrian mused to the Qunari. ""I wish our assailants were as obvious as you...""</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Senan</span><br/><br/>""Thank you Kabethari, you assistance was most timely"" said Senan, his voice devoid of emotion as ever. He began looking around the room, though the amount of nobles gathered simply blocked his attempts. This mission was better suited to others, those who had an eye for the unusual. To Senan, everyone here was acting unusual. ""All of these people seem strange and obvious to me, I only hope that you and our other comrades will prove more useful than I will be"" he continued, attempting to compliment his comrade in a strange way of speaking.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""margin-left: 20px;""></span>""You're useful. If they don't listen to you, we know they're up to something."" Adrian chuckled at his comment, before noticing a flamboyantly dressed man charging through the crowd. ""You there! Halt!"" He pushed to the crowd towards the man, but the crowd was quite dense. ""Senan, do you think you can stop him?"" Adrian asked his hulking comrade."
4517,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=425,2015-01-08T11:53:00,Krugmar,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Templar High Council <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=23068328#p23068328"">wrote</a>:</cite><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Temp""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Krugmar <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=23067973#p23067973"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Senan</span><br/><br/>""Thank you Kabethari, you assistance was most timely"" said Senan, his voice devoid of emotion as ever. He began looking around the room, though the amount of nobles gathered simply blocked his attempts. This mission was better suited to others, those who had an eye for the unusual. To Senan, everyone here was acting unusual. ""All of these people seem strange and obvious to me, I only hope that you and our other comrades will prove more useful than I will be"" he continued, attempting to compliment his comrade in a strange way of speaking.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""margin-left: 20px;""></span>""You're useful. If they don't listen to you, we know they're up to something."" Adrian chuckled at his comment, before noticing a flamboyantly dressed man charging through the crowd. ""You there! Halt!"" He pushed to the crowd towards the man, but the crowd was quite dense. ""Senan, do you think you can stop him?"" Adrian asked his hulking comrade.</div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Senan</span><br/><br/>""I believe I can. Let me try this"" said Senan, trying to remember an old spell. It was from the School of Entropy, one of the more basic but still effective spells. He raised his staff and pointed it towards the flamboyant man, chanting the spell under his breath. The spell shot out of his staff in strange, dust-like tendrils and reached him in a matter of seconds. The spell was designed to drain the man of all of his energy, which would cause him to drop to the ground for up to thirty seconds. Basic, yet effective."
4518,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=425,2015-01-12T17:00:00,SaintB,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Armed Republic of Dutch coolness <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=23067527#p23067527"">wrote</a>:</cite>Elianora, Melova, and Arsam would see something strange, too: rather than making music, one of the bards was entering the dancing crowd in a dance of her own - was she just happy, drunk, or making her way to a noble to kill?</div></blockquote><br/>Arsam stepped on to the dance floor, his height and armor made him an imposing enough figure that most people just made way for him. He was likely about to commit some kind of faux pas but it didn't matter to him, his job was to keep people safe here, not to be fashionable or whatever. Making his way through the crowd he drew near the bard, ""May I join you madam?"""
4519,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=425,2015-01-12T17:20:00,Altito Asmoro,"Aerkan is hanging around the Ball. What he never expect, is that there are lots, lots of drinks, foods, to be eaten and to be drank of. He immediately approached one of the waitress, asked and then he got a wine. Plenty enough for his stomach to fill, but it also serves for mask. While he was supposed to be drunk, he could approached any other significant figures. For now, he's close to the bunch of what should be Arsam, Elianora, and Melova, but he's quite hidden inside a group of people dancing, viewing on every side he can sees."
4520,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=425,2015-01-12T17:52:00,New Rhodinia,"Cyrus' gaze turned toward the entrance to the ball room to see a bearded man in a stream of bright colored clothes; those around him could be seen turning away, either in fear or disgust. Cyrus gave a small pat to Freyan's shoulder.<br/><br/>""Looks like the party has arrived.""<br/><br/>He quickly took another glass of wine from a passing waiter's platter and took a sip under his mask.<br/><br/>""Hardly threatening-looking, but it seems like he bears the same reputation as me."""
4521,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=425,2015-01-13T19:50:00,Asyir,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Willhelm Ryes, Orlais</span><br/><br/>Willhelm traveled on the poorly made gravel road. It had many bumps and uneven surfaces, despite the generally flat ground it was built over.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Poorly made. Like Orlesians</span>, the rogue thought, as he walked down the road. He had absolutely no idea where his mercenary company was, beside the fact they were at an Orlesian ball. The lone Grey Warden was used to surviving by himself. He felt an obligation to the Samantha however, and that's what drove him to take every step forward into Orlais.<br/><br/>After hours, perhaps even days, Willhelm finally came across a wooden walled township. The Warden neared the great oak gates, and could see the guardsmen already lined against the ramparts in a nice neat line, their weapons perfectly balanced with their hands. He could make out one guardsmen wearing elaborate plate.<span style=""font-style: italic"">The captain I suppose.</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Monsieur?""</span>The guard captain said as Willhelm inched ever closer towards the gate. Willhelm paused, and gazed upward upon the wooden ramparts.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Monsieur? What is your business here?""</span><br/><br/>Willhelm looked up towards the bright sky.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Are you blind? Or just stupid? I'm a bloody Grey Warden. My business is everywhere.""</span><br/><br/>The guard captain turned red in embarrassment, although Willhelm couldn't see it. If he had, he would've let out a hearty laugh. He loved making Orlesians feel uncomfortable.<span style=""font-style: italic"">"" My apologies Monsieur.""</span>The captain stumbled. His voice was shaky.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Ronal! Open the gate for this gentlemen! Hurry now!""</span><br/><br/>With a loud creaking noise, the gate of oak opened, revealing the gravel road leading into the crowded streets. Willhelm walked through, and heard the gates creak behind him. He never looked back towards the watchmen, but continued following the gravel road. He eventually found himself at the door of an inn.<span style=""font-style: italic"">This innkeeper better have some good news. I need the whereabouts of the Company.</span>"
4522,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=425,2015-01-14T09:47:00,The Armed Republic of Dutch Coolness,"The strange, oddly-dressed man dropped to the floor, enthralled by Senan's spell before he could even react to the shouting Adrian. This lead to more angry muttering from the nobles close by; who did those Grey Wardens think they were, coming to<span style=""font-style: italic"">their</span>ball and attacking someone out of nowhere - in the ball room, even! Nobody, however, dared to interrupt.<br/><br/>The bard Arsam approached did not react, save for a worried glance from underneath her mask, and a slight gasp. Without giving any reply, she quickly tried to get away, continuing her dance through the crowd."
4523,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=425,2015-01-15T20:03:00,Asyir,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Willhelm Ryes, Ce Lieu</span><br/><br/>Willhelm stood outside the inn for quite sometime, studying the inhabitants of the Orlesian town. He watched the entrance from sitting upon a barrel across from the large oaken doorways, which when opened revealed a stony interior. Most patrons were commoners, none paid Willhelm any heed, besides the occasional glance of mystery. Hours passed, until the sun retreated back behind the wooden walls, casting a large black shadow over the town.<br/><br/>Willhelm learned from some farmers it was Ce Lieu, and the township was situated in southern Orlais, as Willhelm had expected. He had no regonintion of this region, even though he was once a Grey Warden stationed within Orlais. His time spent here within this foreign and alien place was mostly within the Deep Roads, or scouting the wilds for relics and recruits. While Willhelm was a younger member of the Wardens, he showed greats skill and promise, and was in line to be groomed to become Ferelden's next commander.<br/><br/>That changed when he ""left"" the order, nearly a year ago. Willhelm looked towards the doorway, and decided it was time to enter the inn, and find his warband."
4524,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=425,2015-01-15T20:07:00,SaintB,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Armed Republic of Dutch coolness <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=23135745#p23135745"">wrote</a>:</cite>The bard Arsam approached did not react, save for a worried glance from underneath her mask, and a slight gasp. Without giving any reply, she quickly tried to get away, continuing her dance through the crowd.</div></blockquote><br/>Arsam sat back and watched the bard as she danced away, checking to see if she was heading in the same general direction as she had before. If she was he would intercept her again, forcibly if he had to."
4525,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=450,2015-01-15T20:38:00,Altito Asmoro,"<blockquote><div><cite>Altito Asmoro <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=23116921#p23116921"">wrote</a>:</cite>Aerkan is hanging around the Ball. What he never expect, is that there are lots, lots of drinks, foods, to be eaten and to be drank of. He immediately approached one of the waitress, asked and then he got a wine. Plenty enough for his stomach to fill, but it also serves for mask. While he was supposed to be drunk, he could approached any other significant figures. For now, he's close to the bunch of what should be Arsam, Elianora, and Melova, but he's quite hidden inside a group of people dancing, viewing on every side he can sees.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Aerkan decided to jumped in into the dance, perhaps if in anyway he could act normally (he can't, though). When Aerkan arrived, he decided to dance normally, just like the other people. Of course, a bit later, he noticed a bard tried to get away from Arsam. Something suspicious with this...bard. He decided to continued to saw the bard from far, will confront if the bard do anything dangerous."
4526,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=450,2015-01-18T12:16:00,The Armed Republic of Dutch Coolness,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Samantha Deloffre</span><br/><br/>Samantha was slightly worried when the strange-looking man was practically<span style=""font-style: italic"">attacked</span>by the 'Grey Wardens', but did not do anything - how could she? The man, it would soon no doubt be revealed, was a rather eccentric noble without much power - a supporter of Grand Duke Gaspard, no less. Assuming that they'd soon find that out anyway, Samantha looked back towards the dance floor. Arsam, it seemed, was trying to intercept a bard on the dance floor, which was an odd thing indeed. The bard, however, appeared to head (dance?) for another direction.. Was she trying to get rid of him?<br/><br/>Shrugging, Samantha grabbed another glass of wine, and continued studying the ballroom."
4527,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=450,2015-01-18T12:27:00,Krugmar,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Senan</span><br/><br/>Senan pulled his staff up and advanced towards the man he had just forced to the floor. He had committed himself now and would have to conduct this properly, though he had no idea whether the Warden's were just allowed to attack people on suspicion. He saw the nobles who had gathered around the man and pushed them aside, saying ""Warden business, move aside"". He grabbed the man and hoisted him up onto his shoulder, grunting from the strain as he did it. He may have been a Qunari, but he was not exactly the strongest of his kind.<br/><br/>He pulled the man back to Adrian, ""Kabethari, I think we had best find a room to put him in, perhaps ask him some questions?"" he asked. He just wanted to leave the room, he was uncomfortable at the attention he had just brought upon himself."
4528,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=450,2015-01-25T08:14:00,SaintB,"As the bard danced away and off in a different direction Arsam left the ballroom floor to take watch again. A young Orlesian man approached him, his face was of course obscured by one of those damned masks which already made Arsam instantly dislike him and so he tried to ignore the youth who started to pester him with questions about the Warden Order in heavily accented Ferelden. The teenager continued to follow him all across the floor and even to where he posted himself to watch the revelry for any (even more than usual) suspicious activity for the safety of the guests and all but cornered him.<br/><br/>""Monsuer please! Will vou answer my questions?!"" the youth asked.<br/><br/>Arsam couldn't ignore him anymore now that he had no escape so he humored the kid, ""Sorry, my hearing is not so good, an ogre cracked me on the side of the head with his club once and now that ear doesn't work right. What did you want to know?""<br/><br/>The arcane warrior didn't really want to be bothered by the kid and hoped maybe he could scare him off with his mostly fictitious answers. He knew a little bit more than the average person about the<span style=""font-style: italic"">real</span>wardens but they were still mostly shrouded in mystery to him and so when the kid asked, ""What is it like fighting darkspawn?"" he was actually a little unprepared for a question he could just answer truthfully from experience.<br/><br/>""The short answer is they are terrifying. If you want a longer one; Darkspawn come in many varieties, more varieties than we have races on this continent. They are to an individual bigger, stronger, and meaner than any regular man, dwarf, elf, or even Qunari you will ever see and they are insane murderous monsters without exceptions. Any wounds one suffers from a darkspawn's attack have a more than fair chance of getting tainted by their evilness and can cause septic infections if you're lucky, if you're not lucky, then you get the darkspawn's taint which poisons your very soul and if it doesn't kill you then you become a monster that feeds on the flesh of your nieghbor's that they call a ghoul."" he answered entirely truthfully.<br/><br/>The teenager was silent for a bit, ""Have you ever seen a ghoul?"" he asked tenatively.<br/><br/>Arsam just nodded at first but decided to pitch in more, ""After the fifth blight the ghouls were more common than the hurlocks.""<br/><br/>That was also a fact, and how Arsam learned about the existence of such wretches. He waited for the youth to ask another question finding that he was actually more interested in answering the questions than he thought he would be. Finally a third question was posed, ""Are you guys recruiting.""<br/><br/>""Um."" Arsam had to think of a good answer fast, ""We're from Ferelden, you would probably want to join the Orleasian branch.""<br/><br/>""Vou may be right sir warden, but maybe you could tell me what I would have to do?""<br/><br/>""First off, you'd need to be willing to give up your whole old life."" he knew a little bit about some of this from the wardens he saw daily, ""You become a wanderer and a vagabond searching for signs of the taint and exterminating them at great peril to your own well being. You'll be expected to make choices that will get regular people and your fellow wardens killed and you must never disobey an order from your superiors, you won't simply be punished for it they'll probably kill you themselves instead. Then of course to join the order you have to prove yourself worthy. We take you to the deep roads and draw out a hurlock or genlock for you, and it is up to you to kill it by yourself. Then you have to harvest some blood and bile from the creature that gets mixed into a potion that you drink. About half the time it's instantly fatal, and if you survive it you will probably be killed by darkspawn or brigands. If somehow you survive eventually after at most 30 years you will start to suffer from delusions and nightmares that we call 'the calling'. When this happens you are on the verge of a horrific death from the taint, and so we escort you back to the deep roads and give you some weapons and supplies and leave you to either die from the taint, kill yourself, or die fighting against the endless hordes of darkspawn.""<br/><br/>As dark as it was it was also all true as far as Arsam knew, and it was all to his advantage if it got rid of the youth and from the way the kid held himself it seemed to work, ""Th-thank you for being so... candid monsuer. Vou Ferelden types, vou are very straightforward no?"" he asked and then excused himself in his own language before he turned and left Arsam alone.<br/><br/>Finally alone again the middle aged 'warden' went back to watching and waiting for something to happen."
4529,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=450,2015-01-25T08:35:00,Val Halla,"Trying hard to blend in with the real nobility, Eli took to the middle of the ballroom and start dancing moderately. In addition to her slightly unstable footwear, she was also slightly tipsy and had little balance. A large Orlesian noble bumped into her, sending her down onto the floor. ""Foolish little woman. You should show respect to those above you"", he said, in a thick Orlesian accent. His attitude was unpleasant, but otherwise not suspicious. She tried to get herself up, but the restrictiveness of the tight noble dress meant she could not move herself to do so. She just had to hope the floor wasn't dirty, so not to ruin her fancy dress or the noble guise."
4530,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=450,2015-01-25T08:49:00,Altito Asmoro,"<blockquote><div><cite>Val Halla <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=23262348#p23262348"">wrote</a>:</cite>Trying hard to blend in with the real nobility, Eli took to the middle of the ballroom and start dancing moderately. In addition to her slightly unstable footwear, she was also slightly tipsy and had little balance. A large Orlesian noble bumped into her, sending her down onto the floor. ""Foolish little woman. You should show respect to those above you"", he said, in a thick Orlesian accent. His attitude was unpleasant, but otherwise not suspicious. She tried to get herself up, but the restrictiveness of the tight noble dress meant she could not move herself to do so. She just had to hope the floor wasn't dirty, so not to ruin her fancy dress or the noble guise.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Aerkan noticed a woman fell. She wore a dress, so it is hard to get up without help. Unaware of who or what she's doing here, and no, he's recognized some of his comrades in the same working place as him (as mercenaries), despite her nobility appearance, it could be she's a real one, or not. Aerkan, with his ""Grey Warden"" persona, extended his hand to the lady. She's an elven, but who cares. He's an Elven too.<br/><br/>""May I help you, Lady...?"" said by Aerkan as he extends his hand to helps the lady up."
4531,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=450,2015-01-25T08:58:00,Val Halla,"<blockquote><div><cite>Altito Asmoro <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=23262485#p23262485"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Val Halla <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=23262348#p23262348"">wrote</a>:</cite>Trying hard to blend in with the real nobility, Eli took to the middle of the ballroom and start dancing moderately. In addition to her slightly unstable footwear, she was also slightly tipsy and had little balance. A large Orlesian noble bumped into her, sending her down onto the floor. ""Foolish little woman. You should show respect to those above you"", he said, in a thick Orlesian accent. His attitude was unpleasant, but otherwise not suspicious. She tried to get herself up, but the restrictiveness of the tight noble dress meant she could not move herself to do so. She just had to hope the floor wasn't dirty, so not to ruin her fancy dress or the noble guise.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Aerkan noticed a woman fell. She wore a dress, so it is hard to get up without help. Unaware of who or what she's doing here, and no, he's recognized some of his comrades in the same working place as him (as mercenaries), despite her nobility appearance, it could be she's a real one, or not. Aerkan, with his ""Grey Warden"" persona, extended his hand to the lady. She's an elven, but who cares. He's an Elven too. <br/><br/>""May I help you, Lady...?"" said by Aerkan as he extends his hand to helps the lady up.</div></blockquote><br/>""Elianora"" she muttered, missing the man's hand several times. From what she could tell, he was a Warden, and seeing as she didn't notice him, a real one at that. She got up and brushed herself off, seemingly getting rid of any dirt from the floor. ""I thank you, sir. You look like a Warden. May I ask your name?"". It was unlikely she'd remember it, given her level of intoxication, but it was surely a common courtesy that all young noble women asked. She was not sure if it was the right thing to say, but it was too late to take any wrong words back."
4532,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=450,2015-01-25T09:16:00,Altito Asmoro,"<blockquote><div><cite>Val Halla <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=23262557#p23262557"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Altito Asmoro <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=23262485#p23262485"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Aerkan noticed a woman fell. She wore a dress, so it is hard to get up without help. Unaware of who or what she's doing here, and no, he's recognized some of his comrades in the same working place as him (as mercenaries), despite her nobility appearance, it could be she's a real one, or not. Aerkan, with his ""Grey Warden"" persona, extended his hand to the lady. She's an elven, but who cares. He's an Elven too. <br/><br/>""May I help you, Lady...?"" said by Aerkan as he extends his hand to helps the lady up.</div></blockquote><br/>""Elianora"" she muttered, missing the man's hand several times. From what she could tell, he was a Warden, and seeing as she didn't notice him, a real one at that. She got up and brushed herself off, seemingly getting rid of any dirt from the floor. ""I thank you, sir. You look like a Warden. May I ask your name?"". It was unlikely she'd remember it, given her level of intoxication, but it was surely a common courtesy that all young noble women asked. She was not sure if it was the right thing to say, but it was too late to take any wrong words back.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Saying a real name is out of question. Scrambling for an answer, he decided to gave one. Hoping that the real one wouldn't get into his way.<br/><br/>""Arsam. Arsam is my name, but let me tell you, I'm the only Arsam in here right now. And I advise you, to stop being drunk and get your body stood perfectly. You're in a Ball, and you're expected to act good and stop anything get in your way. Now if you excuse me, I have another problem,"" said Aerkan as he brushes off Elionora quickly and went into another crowd, hoping she's not...his comrade. Although he sure knows there is a female named Eli..."
4533,Dragon Age: The Maker's Fire [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321451&start=450,2015-01-25T09:26:00,Val Halla,"<blockquote><div><cite>Altito Asmoro <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=23262729#p23262729"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Val Halla <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321451&amp;p=23262557#p23262557"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Elianora"" she muttered, missing the man's hand several times. From what she could tell, he was a Warden, and seeing as she didn't notice him, a real one at that. She got up and brushed herself off, seemingly getting rid of any dirt from the floor. ""I thank you, sir. You look like a Warden. May I ask your name?"". It was unlikely she'd remember it, given her level of intoxication, but it was surely a common courtesy that all young noble women asked. She was not sure if it was the right thing to say, but it was too late to take any wrong words back.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Saying a real name is out of question. Scrambling for an answer, he decided to gave one. Hoping that the real one wouldn't get into his way.<br/><br/>""Arsam. Arsam is my name, but let me tell you, I'm the only Arsam in here right now. And I advise you, to stop being drunk and get your body stood perfectly. You're in a Ball, and you're expected to act good and stop anything get in your way. Now if you excuse me, I have another problem,"" said Aerkan as he brushes off Elionora quickly and went into another crowd, hoping she's not...his comrade. Although he sure knows there is a female named Eli...</div></blockquote><br/>""Wai-"". Eli tried to respond before the elf scurried off. Strange. He is most certainly not the only Arsam. She decided that she should keep an eye on him, he looked very suspicious, to the point that he may well be a nervous assassin. She began to follow him, her hand readied to strike should he pull out his weapon. It would be best if bloodshed was not to happen, but if it does, she would do well to prepare."
4534,"Command and Conquer: Tiberian Exodus [MT,PMT,FT][IC+OOC]",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321458,2014-11-25T12:20:00,Tchekermenia,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/rGZr220.png""/><br/><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Command and Conquer: Tiberian Exodus</span></span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Applications, Rules, and Story:<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321457"" rel=""nofollow"">http://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321457</a></span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Made for <a href=""//www.nationstates.net/nation=Turmenista"">Turmenista</a></span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">World Map (Too Large for Display):<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i.imgur.com/5tJhIRY.png"" rel=""nofollow"">http://i.imgur.com/5tJhIRY.png</a> </span><br/>The 20th century is reaching its end, leaving the tribulations of the Cold War behind. One of its greatest and most recent disasters was the Yugoslav Wars. To prevent such a disaster from ever reoccurring, the United Nations Global Defense Initiative has been formed as an international peacekeeping force. However, something unknown has struck the Tiber river in Italy. A luminescent, crystalline material has been discovered. The wildlife in the vicinity of the material has also been shown to have been contaminated. Shortly before the UNGDI could arrive, a secret society known as the Brotherhood of Nod acquired control of the site, at the cost of 30 local Italian authorities' lives. With this terrorist organization in possession of the resource, little is known of what the repercussions could be to the fragile balance of the post-Cold War world.</div>"
4535,"Command and Conquer: Tiberian Exodus [MT,PMT,FT][IC+OOC]",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321458,2014-11-25T12:48:00,Tchekermenia,"<span style=""color: #FF0000"">0 DAYS SINCE TIBERIUM PLANETFALL<br/>##/##/1995<br/>WASHINGTON, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, UNITED STATES</span><br/>The door to the Oval Office abruptly opened. President Bill Clinton looked to face them. Two men in black suits stood at the entryway. ""The CDC deployment in Italy at the Tiber River are dead."" One said, with a firm yet nervous tone. ""How did this come to be?"" The Commander-in-Chief questioned. ""It was no accident. There were gunshots. This was a terrorist attack."" The second man replied to the President. ""The UNGDI has been deployed to eliminate these terrorists."" He continued. The second man's phone rung, and the two GDI agents stepped out of the Oval Office without a word. The President slowly lifted the phone, and dialed the number to Global Strike Command. ""Sir?"" A voice replied. ""Set 12 LGM-30 Minuteman III courses to Italy. Do not fire until I directly order it."" Bill Clinton slowly ordered. ""Yes...sir."" The voice at the other end responded. Hanging up, the President rose from his seat and paced around the Oval Office."
4536,"Command and Conquer: Tiberian Exodus [MT,PMT,FT][IC+OOC]",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321458,2014-11-25T13:07:00,Tchekermenia,"<span style=""color: #FF0000"">0 DAYS SINCE TIBERIUM PLANETFALL<br/>##/##/1995<br/>TIBER RIVER, APPROX. 32 MILES FROM ROME, ITALY</span><br/>A black Cadillac SUV rested on a dirt path. Four men in hazmat suits opened the back and loaded Tiberium into the rear. They slammed shut the SUV. ""All in?"" The driver asked. ""Aye."" The man replied. ""A'ight."" The SUV reversed into the muddy road and sped off. ""First payload is captured."" The man spoke into his radio. ""Excellent. Wherever Tiberium is, we will follow. Once we have enough, we will strike the world. May Kane guide you."" The voice at the other end of the radio replied. The distant beat of helicopter engines became audible. ""Get to the Stingers!"" One of the four men yelled. The Nod squad scrambled to an ammo cache beside one of their trucks in the forest. The man lifted the Stinger and locked on. ""Unmarked Chinooks!"" He yelled. ""Must be UNGDI."" Another said. ""Thank God for our insiders in the UN..."" The squad leader mumbled. The stinger fired, leaving a trail of smoke in the forest. As the missile sped towards the CH-47, flares were launched. The missile sped towards one of the flares, and missed. ""We're under fire!"" The co-pilot of the Chinook screamed. ""Land all aerial units and deploy forces."" The radio instructed. The 15 CH-47s descended into the forest, and opened their rear doors. Troops descended to the forest floor in ropes. ""Get moving!"" A sergeant ordered. Suddenly another stinger missile smashed into the Chinook's cockpit, and exploded. The helicopter became bathed with flame and spun in circles on its fiery descent. The UNGDI soldiers screamed as the helicopter came crashing down into the forest."
4537,"Command and Conquer: Tiberian Exodus [MT,PMT,FT][IC+OOC]",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321458,2014-11-25T13:26:00,Tchekermenia,"<span style=""color: #FF0000"">3 DAYS SINCE TIBERIUM PLANETFALL<br/>##/##/1995<br/>BOSNIAN-SERBIAN BORDER, BOSNIA AND HERZEGOVINA</span><br/>Nod commander Anton Slavik sat in the Ural truck, rifle in arms. As the truck slowly reduced speed to enter the checkpoint, he ordered all men to dismount. The troops quickly leaped from their vehicles and opened fire at Bosnian and Serbian border guards. ""Go!"" He yelled to the convoy leader. The fifteen trucks, twelve of which were filled with Tiberium, became a distant sight. ""The payload has been successfully planted."" The convoy leader spoke on radio. ""Destroy the trucks."" Slavik commanded. ""Yes, sir."" The trucks were left in the forest and set aflame. As Nod forces regrouped in Serbia, it would become apparent that Tiberium was no longer restricted to Italy. However, the public would remain unaware of the extraterrestrial mineral for a long time..."
4538,"Command and Conquer: Tiberian Exodus [MT,PMT,FT][IC+OOC]",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321458,2014-11-25T13:48:00,Turmenista,"<span style=""color: #0000BF"">1 WEEK SINCE TIBERIUM PLANETFALL<br/>##/##/1995<br/>ROAD TO GDI-CONTROLLED AREA PHOENIX, APPROX. 45 MILES FROM ROME, ITALY</span><br/><br/>""And that's two attacks in a row in 48 hours.."" Marlowe muttered to himself, watching as the Chinook speeds over the forests on its way to Firebase Phoenix.<br/><br/>Why would this new Terrorist organization only focus on this part of the world? There were so many other places it could've put its nose in.. Middle east, Southeast asia.. why Europe of all places?<br/><br/>Why was he even asking these questions to himself? He was sent there with his squad to find out, after all. If only those num-nuts at GDI Central command would tell him what to do, he'd have a grasp on what he was expecting there..<br/><br/>He wasn't expecting the usual Rioting terrorists or Extremists. No, from what he'd heard, these guys were not fucking around. Two attacks in one day was very organized, something he hadn't seen in years.<br/><br/>Now, he was on the playing field. If these new terrorists wanted that green stuff near the Tiber Area in Italy so bad, they were gonna have to get through him first.<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">We're nearing the drop site, sarge!</span>"" The pilot's voice spoke through Marlowe's headset. ""10-4."" He responded, standing up from his seat and grabbing his trusty GAU Eliminator.<br/><br/>""We're closing in on the target! Get<span style=""font-style: italic"">tactical</span>, marines!"""
4539,"Command and Conquer: Tiberian Exodus [MT,PMT,FT][IC+OOC]",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321458,2014-11-25T13:49:00,Tchekermenia,"<span style=""color: #FF0000"">7 DAYS SINCE TIBERIUM PLANETFALL<br/>##/##/1995<br/>WASHINGTON, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, UNITED STATES</span><br/>""Mr. President."" A man entered the Oval Office. ""We have reports of a terrorist attack in Bosnia-Herzegovina."" Bill Clinton nodded as he lifted the phone and dialed Global Strike Command. ""Fire."" 12 Stealth-coated LGM-30 Minuteman IIIs fired from their silos and sped across the Atlantic. Bill Clinton dialed the CIA nervously. ""If any questions are made, blame the Russians or a gas explosion. The public mustn't know..."" Bill Clinton ordered.<br/><span style=""color: #FF0000"">7 DAYS SINCE TIBERIUM PLANETFALL<br/>##/##/1995<br/>ROME, ITALY</span><br/>A woman looked to the skies. A streak of flame crossed the sky. Suddenly the whole city was bathed in light. As the light faded, a massive explosion could be seen towards the Tiber River. Panic quickly ensued as people scrambled in the streets. People screamed and ran for their lives as the cloud rose in the sky. Police arrived on the scene and struggled to contain the panicked crowds<br/><span style=""color: #FF0000"">7 DAYS SINCE TIBERIUM PLANETFALL<br/>##/##/1995<br/>SPYSATCOM, NEVADA, UNITED STATES</span><br/>""The cloud is fading... You sure we didn't miss?"" A camera operator spoke with a general. The camera feed revealed ripe fields of Tiberium-infested landscape within the fading cloud. Slowly, he could see, more fields were growing at extraordinary speeds. The general slowly turned around and lifted the phone. ""Mr. President... The plan has failed."""
4540,"Command and Conquer: Tiberian Exodus [MT,PMT,FT][IC+OOC]",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321458,2014-11-25T13:56:00,Turmenista,"<span style=""color: #0000FF"">1 WEEK SINCE TIBERIUM PLANETFALL<br/>##/##/1995<br/>ROAD TO GDI-CONTROLLED AREA PHOENIX, APPROX. 45 MILES FROM ROME, ITALY<br/></span><br/><br/>As the helicopter approached it's target, it suddenly was in the path of a large, bright light streaking across the sky. An oh-so familiar mushroom cloud filled the Sky in front of Marlowe's face with heat and bright light. From instinct, Terrence quickly squeezed his eyes shut, but the light was still so bright it could be seen from under his eyelids.<br/><br/>The descending helicopter shook from the shockwave, before settling down and continuing it's descent.<br/><br/>All Terrence could think about during those few seconds were: ""Was that a fucking nuke?!""<br/><br/>He blinked in awe, trying to regain his focus. If that Wasn't some fucking nuke, it had to be a Gas explosion of some sort, right?"
4541,"Command and Conquer: Tiberian Exodus [MT,PMT,FT][IC+OOC]",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321458,2014-11-25T14:09:00,Tchekermenia,"<span style=""color: #FF0000"">2 WEEKS SINCE TIBERIUM PLANETFALL<br/>1/1/1996<br/>ROME, ITALY</span><br/>Several AH-1s circled the explosion site, in attempt to ward off news helicopters from the growing Tiberium fields. Several M109s fired smoke shells at the growing field to cloak its presence. ""Trying to prevent the public from seeing this is one of the worst jobs I've ever had."" The pilot grumbled. ""I don't know about you, but it seems pretty easy to me."" The gunner replied, a smug grin glued to his face. ""Oh come on, you just sit there and do nothing while I have to constantly keep this thing circling this crater."" The pilot uttered with frustration. ""It's not like it's radioactive or anything, they told us the warheads had a minimal nuclear payload."" The gunner responded. Watching from the hills, a lone Nod soldier adjusted his M40 rifle and aimed at the helicopter. He fired once, and watched as the bullet sped towards the helicopter. The helicopter turned to face another approaching news helicopter, the cockpit facing away from the bullet's course. The Tiberium-coated bullet pierced into the AH-1's Hydra rocket pods, igniting them. News crews watched in horror as half of the military helicopter exploded and descended into the smoky abyss."
4542,"Command and Conquer: Tiberian Exodus [MT,PMT,FT][IC+OOC]",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321458,2014-11-25T14:48:00,Turmenista,"<span style=""color: #0040FF"">2 WEEKS SINCE TIBERIUM PLANETFALL<br/>1/1/1996<br/>ROME, ITALY</span><br/><br/>All across the headlines in Italy, the big words ""GDI CHOPPER SHOT DOWN - TERRORISTS RESPONSIBLE - MARTIAL LAW DECLARED IN ROME"" were played, and panic filled the streets. GDI Peacekeepers frantically tried to keep order in the frightened streets.<br/><br/>Marlowe saw one such event take place in the crazed streets of the city as his Chinook passed over, watching as a group of crying women and children ran out of the smoke, survivors from some sort of IED Device explosion in the slums or something.<br/><br/>Marlowe ordered the pilots to hover over nearby that area, then opened up the Chinook's back bay. Smoke filled his view, so he couldn't see much from a distance.<br/><br/>After ordering the pilot to descend down to building level, he slid out of the helicopter like something out of a cliche action movie, and landed on the roofs of one of the apartments with a thud.<br/><br/>Nothing much was there for the Commando to see, just smoke and ashes. However, he definitely could<span style=""font-style: italic"">hear </span>things. Frantic footsteps of people running away, screaming, and.. the clicking of a weapon?<br/><br/>The pottery nearby him exploded, and he immediately sprinted over to behind the wall to take cover, in instinct. While the smoke was clearing, he could get a look of who was shooting at him, and, hopefully, shoot back."
4543,"Command and Conquer: Tiberian Exodus [MT,PMT,FT][IC+OOC]",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321458,2014-11-25T14:55:00,Tchekermenia,"<span style=""color: #FF0000"">2 WEEKS 3 DAYS SINCE TIBERIUM PLANETFALL<br/>1/4/1996<br/>UNGDI HEADQUARTERS, BERLIN, GERMANY</span><br/>Several black limousines are parked beside the UNGDI headquarters. The rain pours heavily as several suited men step out and enter the building. They pass through several hallways and finally enter a large conference room, with a long table which extends across the room. Bill Clinton takes a seat at a chair marked by the tag ""United States."" A UNGDI commander rises from his seat, which is set upon the end of the table. ""It has come to our attention that a terrorist group which calls itself ""The Brotherhood"" has been causing biological attacks with an unknown mineral which spreads and infests lifeforms at a rapid rate. Our primary objective is to stop the growth of this unknown material and bring an end to this terrorist group. The mineral, however, should be contained, as it has proven to be indestructible by means such as thermonuclear weaponry."""
4544,"Command and Conquer: Tiberian Exodus [MT,PMT,FT][IC+OOC]",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321458,2014-11-25T15:32:00,Tchekermenia,"<span style=""color: #FF0000"">1.5 MONTHS SINCE TIBERIUM PLANETFALL<br/>2/20/96<br/>ROME QUARANTINE ZONE<br/>CURRENT WORLD STATUS:</span><br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i.imgur.com/KnjrgD5.png"" rel=""nofollow"">http://i.imgur.com/KnjrgD5.png</a><br/>Papers blew on the filthy streets as an M1 Abrams drove past. The gas explosion site was still covered in smoke, and the occasional smoke shell could be seen flying into it. A tired man walked in the street, checking his rusty watch. As he reached a GDI checkpoint, he turned in his watch and belt and stepped into the metal detector. After being given the all-clear, his watch and belt were returned to him and he continued on his way through Rome. Gunfire could still be heard, even at this distance from the Red Zone slums of Rome. As he walked, he saw the Altare della Patria. The whole place had been converted into an anti-aircraft position. A strange man bumped into him and walked towards the landmark. ""Hey, you! What's your problem?"" He yelled at the strange man. He did not know what was so strange about him, it could have perhaps been the strange scorpion emblem on his jacket. The strange man kept walking towards the landmark, a package in his hands. As soldiers demanded him to put his hands in the air, he dropped the box. A bright green explosion covered the area, blinding the innocent bystander temporarily. When he came to his senses, the landmark was destroyed. Strange green crystals covered the explosion site. UNGDI Cougar MRAPs stopped by, and soldiers rushed to the site. The last thing the man felt was himself being dragged into one of the armored vehicles.<br/><br/>""What do you know?"" A man in an officer's uniform questioned him, his face barely illuminated by a dim lamp. ""Where the hell am I?"" The man asked. ""You saw something you shouldn't have seen..."" The officer stated firmly. ""I don't know what the hell the explosion was, I was just walking and-"" The civilian was interrupted by the officer's radio. ""Alright. I've been ordered to make you forget this."" ""Huh?"" The civilian gasped as he was knocked unconscious. The officer dragged the unconscious civilian out of the interrogation room, and to the sciences ward. ""Wipe his recent memories."" The officer instructed to the chief science officer. ""Yes, sir."""
4545,"Command and Conquer: Tiberian Exodus [MT,PMT,FT][IC+OOC]",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321458,2014-11-25T15:40:00,Tchekermenia,"<span style=""color: #FF0000"">1.8 MONTHS SINCE TIBERIUM PLANETFALL<br/>2/26/96<br/>UNGDI HEADQUARTERS, BERLIN</span><br/>""Evacuate Rome immediately."" Those were the words which president Bill Clinton yelled during the February UNGDI Conference on Bioterrorism. Unmarked CH-47s left the headquarters and set a Southern course towards Rome. ""How long until we have to reveal it to everyone?"" Canadian Prime Minister Jean Chrétien asked Clinton. ""We cannot keep moving people around without telling them why. This thing will keep spreading until we either destroy it or control it. Due to its sudden appearance, we can only assume it is of extraterrestrial origin."" The conference members gasped as the Prime Minister's insane speculation. ""We have to stop the Brotherhood and the mineral, which our scientists have dubbed Tiberium, to preserve the natural balance of this world. The Tiberium has been proven extremely harmful to nature. This will be a devastating thing if we do not stop it."""
4546,"Command and Conquer: Tiberian Exodus [MT,PMT,FT][IC+OOC]",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321458,2014-11-25T16:05:00,Turmenista,"<span style=""color: #400080"">1.8 MONTHS SINCE ICHOR PLANETFALL<br/>2/26/96<br/>UNKNOWN LOCATION<br/></span><br/>[FOREMAN ONLINE]<br/><br/>""Welcome back, foreman.<br/><br/>Ichor Levels on Planet ""Earth"" Have reached 5%.<br/>Supervisor Recommends halt of expansion in Sol system for the time being until Ichor infestation has reached at least 60%.<br/><br/>That is all.""<br/><br/>[--CONNECTION LOST WITH MOTHERSHIP--]<br/><br/>-----<br/><br/><span style=""color: #0000BF"">1.8 MONTHS SINCE TIBERIUM PLANETFALL<br/>2/26/96<br/>Rome, Italy</span><br/><br/>Yet another Brotherhood attack in less than 24 hours. This was becoming a daily routine for Sergeant Marlowe. ""This is fucking ridiculous."" He said, kicking one of the empty chairs of the Black Hawk. ""We'd be halfway to a target and whoop de fucking do- an attack a MILE away from us, while the one we're going to is oh-so-suddenly contained..""<br/><br/>He was frustrated - this daily routine was really messing with his sleep habits and such. He hoped that this explosion he'd be reporting to was worth it, and that long time off he deserved would be very soon..."
4547,"Command and Conquer: Tiberian Exodus [MT,PMT,FT][IC+OOC]",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321458,2014-11-25T16:09:00,Tchekermenia,"<span style=""color: #FF0000"">2.3 MONTHS SINCE TIBERIUM PLANETFALL<br/>3/15/96<br/>NEW ROME REFUGEE CAMP</span><br/>An LAV-25 patrolled the muddy makeshift roads of the New Rome Refugee Camp. Mostly consisting of prefab houses and makeshift shacks, the overpopulated refugee camp was one of many which had emerged since the forced evacuation of Rome. As the LAV-25 came around a corner, an IED touched off, tearing the armored vehicle to shreds. ""We got one."" A voice on the radio said. ""Excellent..."" Nod second-in-command Seth replied. ""If we cause enough unrest, the people will surely revolt against the GDI for evicting them for allegedly no reason at all."" In a matter of hours, the UNGDI New Rome brigade was completely slaughtered by Nod operatives and rebels."
4548,"Command and Conquer: Tiberian Exodus [MT,PMT,FT][IC+OOC]",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321458,2014-11-25T16:48:00,The corporate states of Astavar,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Somewhere in the deep Jungles of Congo</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">2.5 months since Tiberium planetfall</span><br/><br/>A truck comes rolling in to the military camp a soldier jumps out and salutes Commander Derrek<br/><br/>Soldier: as requested 3 medium yield Tiberium bombs delivered straight here from the Hard working NOD scientists & Enginners if you'd just confirm that you recieved these i will be on my way Sir<br/>Derrek: ""while confirming the shipment"" what took so long?<br/>Soldier: sorry for the inconvinence but these puppies were not easily shipped here they give of a strong trail but with these new Reinforced Lead Casing we were able to ship the Bombs into the country without alerting local or GDI forces to our presence Sir<br/>Derrek: i see well i'm glad you made it these will secure this Region to the Brotherhood Dismissed<br/>Soldier: Yes sir!<br/><br/>Show me one of the Devices the Bomb was not bigger than a Sheep but it was not made to destroy but spread it would work as a Dirty bomb but instead of a nuclear device it would concist of Tiberium one of these could spread Tiberium the size of Texas if placed in the right spot ""i want Central Africa Green by the end of the month"".<br/><br/>Captain Collin give me a status report on our troops.<br/>Commander our currently counted forces concist of 50000 ready combat soldiers while 800 are being trained a week we have 652 APC 256 Main battle tanks courtecy of the GDI (spoils of war with the GDI supported regime) we have 5 Training camps, and an untold number of camps in Central africa we are ready to take advantage of the Chaos Fully Sir.<br/>Good job Captain i will escort one of the devices to southern Congo you will take one to north western Nigeria i'll let Captain Dorin take one to southern Ethiopia Radio contact will be terminated after the operation commences i trust everyone except us know the whole plan?<br/>correct all low level commanders have been told that when the shit hits the fan they will performe their designated tasks to the letter<br/>Good good Derrek out<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">""Transmission Ended""</span>"
4549,"Command and Conquer: Tiberian Exodus [MT,PMT,FT][IC+OOC]",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321458,2014-11-25T17:57:00,Tchekermenia,"<span style=""color: #FF0000"">2.7 MONTHS SINCE TIBERIUM PLANETFALL<br/>3/27/96<br/>GREAT SOCIALIST PEOPLE'S LIBYAN ARAB JAMAHIRIYA</span><br/>A Ural drove through the sand. Kane admired the sight of Tiberium in the desert, which was starting to grow in larger numbers. ""Tiberium will be the inevitable evolution of man."" A bullet suddenly hit the truck. Kane leaped from the truck and rolled in the sand. ""All as planned."" He slowly grinned. Nod snipers resting on the rocks fired at the lone gunman. Kane shook his head mockingly as the sniper's corpse rolled down the rocks. He approached the sniper's dead body at the base of the rock. A blood-soaked bag was attached to the corpse by a belt. He slowly opened the bag, and saw a collection of papers. He begun to read the bounty. The entire message described where Kane would be, and the perfect spot to take him down. The only thing that struck his eye was the finishing message at the end.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""UNGDI Berlin""</span>Kane returned to the Ural smiling."
4550,"Command and Conquer: Tiberian Exodus [MT,PMT,FT][IC+OOC]",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321458,2014-11-27T00:22:00,The Rebel Alliances,"<span style=""color: #FF0000""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Commander Mason-AKA ""Fang of Nod""-57 Miles North West of Port Sudan-2.7 Months After Planetfall</span></span></span><br/>The heat was the strongest opposition to our forces advance in the North African theater of war. The Sudanese Government and Military Command was highly compromised by threats of force of bribes. To the extent that our forces can almost move to and fro with no fear of hostile contact. However, the vital city of Port Sudan remains in the hands of a defiant Sudanese Commander. Who refuses to yield to either threat, money or the cause of Kane. And so he must be dealt with. I could almost see the heat waves ahead of me though, through the holes in my fabric mask, with the visage of a Cobra upon it. My own personal insignia of the Nod Forces under my command. Earning me the nickname of 'Fang of Nod'. We are now passing by a village on a road that is a disgrace to the name of 'highway'. It seemed that the village lacked running water and operated from wells. From the scene, most would see a people in squalor. Rampant poverty with little use to whatever cause they hold dear. Looking atop from my personal<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i.imgur.com/fDdAg3w.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Urban Camo painted Nod Bradley APC</a>, of which I commanded a column of 38, along with squadrons of Raider Buggies and Scout Bikes and four pieces of outdated 155mm Long Tom Artillery.<br/><br/>I saw something different with this no where village. Breeding place for thieves and rebels. Of discontent.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Fresh forces for the legions of Kane and the Brotherhood.</span><br/><br/>They only need to see hope, of which we will provide. Raising my right hand to signal the column to stop, I then directed us into the village. We must have appeared to be a majestic sight, modern weapons and machines filing into this small village that was lucky to see a car. Stopping in the town square however, I had our forces unload water and food and distribute them to the people, and with another wave of my hand a deacon for our cause, using a mega phone spoke to the restless souls of this village. Speaking in the local language, the man presented the truth to the people.<br/><br/><""People hear me, we bear gifts from the Brotherhood! We exist as your ally! You need not fear us! You exist in poverty, in suffering, disease and hardship! You government of Sudan, your LEADERS, have forsaken you! But the Brotherhood, offers you so much more than this water to provide sustenance. Or this bread to provide nourishment. But we will provide you with Unity, Fellowship, Purpose and Eternal BROTHERHOOD! To your leaders you are nothing more than sheep to tax and rob. To the world you are nothing more than a population to exploit! But to us, to our cause you have PURPOSE! Our supplies and our strength is overflowing, take up arms with us, and together we will show the world you are not to be ignored!""><br/><br/>From my elevated position I reigned over the masses, and with one motion I had signaled for the deacon to cease his speech. And the crowd went silent. I stood upon my APC, raising my hand, the entire village locked their eyes to it. Then, without one word, I forged it into a fist and thrusted my fist high into the air, speaking in flawless Arabic.<br/><br/><""Who will come with us!!!""> I bellowed upon the crowd, and received with similar cheers and battle cries from the just moments ago, hopeless villagers filled with nothing but despair. Nod trucks carrying scores of AKMs and ammunition began handing out rifles and ammunition to every able bodied volunteer. their dusty hands and tattered clothes now holding new power, as they examined their new clean weapons. Swarming around us, it was a lake of hands, as we tried to satisfy their desire for service.<br/><br/>More than an hour passed, as we armed and organized more than 300 volunteers, greatly bolstering our forces. Our numbers doubled, my unit left the village behind us a plume of smoke and dust as we marched on, our mission ahead and supplying hope and purpose wherever we passed by, as the local governments and world have failed to do."
4551,"Command and Conquer: Tiberian Exodus [MT,PMT,FT][IC+OOC]",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321458,2014-11-27T20:23:00,Tchekermenia,"<span style=""color: #FF0000"">(OOC)World Map Updated: <a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i.imgur.com/5tJhIRY.png%20(Late%201996)"" rel=""nofollow"">http://i.imgur.com/5tJhIRY.png%20(Late%201996)</a></span><br/>Due to Nod's rise in power in Italy and Africa, they have managed to no longer operate as divided cells, but as autonomous areas."
4552,"Command and Conquer: Tiberian Exodus [MT,PMT,FT][IC+OOC]",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321458,2014-11-28T05:50:00,The corporate states of Astavar,"""in construction"""
4553,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468,2014-11-25T13:27:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"The world is under going change. In Arendelle, a small Scandinavian kingdom, a new queen would be crowned, Queen Elsa. Queen Elsa was born with a magical power, the ability to create ice and snow. During her coronation, she tried to keep it concealed, but ended up letting it go, freezing the kingdom. In attempt to solve this, a duke of certain Germanic kingdom called Weselton, tried to have her killed, and at the same time, A certain Prince named Hans from the Southern Isles, Another small Scandinavian kingdom tried to usurp the kingdom's throne by marrying the queen's sister, Princess Anna, and killing Elsa. Elsa accidentally froze Anna's heart, but with an act of true sisterly love, Elsa saved Anna. They then severed all ties with Weselton and sent Hans back to his kingdom. They thought they could live in peace but a certain dragon, named Malefor, had other plans...<br/>(OOC: Yeah I copied that from the OOC, I don't care)<br/><br/>OOC: Sign up:<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321356&amp;p=22556478&amp;sid=78650ad1c7c92dd754c52a961e5d2089#p22556478"" rel=""nofollow"">http://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321356&amp;p=22556478&amp;sid=78650ad1c7c92dd754c52a961e5d2089#p22556478</a><br/>Rules: No Godmodding<br/>You don't have to write a full length novel for your posts (although some of you will anyway, *cough* Bunkeranlage *cough*), but please don't just use one liners.<br/>Respect other players<br/>If you conquer someone else make sure they are okay with it first.<br/>Have Fun!<br/><br/><br/>IC: Malefor was a Warfang born Dragon, heir to the Dragon Realms throne and the first ""Purple"" Dragon. When the Dragon Council weakened the monarchy, this enraged Malefor, and he sought to destroy them, but was banished instead. Now his banishers are long dead, and now he can make his move.<br/><br/>Cynder, a Black Dragon and servant of Malefor, contacted her master.<br/><br/>""Master..."" she said.<br/>""What is it Cynder?"" Malefor replied, from his Convexity bound prison. (Convexity is strong magic)<br/>""The Capture of Warfang is complete."" She stated.<br/>""...So we have the capital?"" Malefor asked/<br/>""Yes."" Cynder replied quickly.<br/>There was a long silence.<br/>""Cynder?"" Malefor broke the silence.<br/>""Yes Master?"" Cynder replied<br/>""Do you know why we are fighting this war?"" Malefor asked.<br/>""To restore the monarchy."" Cynder said.<br/>""And?"" Malefor said.<br/>""To rebuild The Dragon Realms Empire"" Cynder replied.<br/>""Yes, and we have Warfang, And we need Dante's Freezer, The Forgotten Realms, Ripto's Empire, and Arendelle to complete it, and when it is complete, You will release me and the Empire will bow before their new king. You have your orders.<br/>It was then, that Malefor disappeared, leaving Cynder to herself.<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Warfang has fallen!</span><br/>An unknown army has siezed control of the kingdom of Warfang, and has announced plans to rebuild an old empire.<br/>They will probably to everyone respond in a hostile manner. Or this could mean nothing for you, only time will tell.</blockquote>"
4554,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468,2014-11-25T14:15:00,The Great and Mighty Napoleon,"Grendor , a wizard from the Forgotten Realms had heard the rumours of Warfang's uprising.<br/>The ancient Empire, could it be?<br/>For now, Grendor entered the Sorceress's lair.<br/><br/>""Your majesty... What are we going to do about this?"" he asked<br/>""Absolutely nothing."" The Sorceress replied.<br/>""What do you mean?"" Grendor asked, worried.<br/>""Let Malefor do as he pleases, his Empire only rules over Dragons, Or at least it should."" The Sorceress replied coldly.<br/>""Actually, it controlled ma-"" Grendor started to say.<br/>""Do you dare defy me? I order you to go and ignore The Dragon Realms. I don't care about them"" The Sorceress asserted.<br/>""Yes Your Majesty."" Said Grendor, as he left."
4555,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468,2014-11-25T14:34:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Great and Mighty Napoleon <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22568644#p22568644"">wrote</a>:</cite>Grendor , a wizard from the Forgotten Realms had heard the rumours of Warfang's uprising.<br/>The ancient Empire, could it be?<br/>For now, Grendor entered the Sorceress's lair.<br/><br/>""Your majesty... What are we going to do about this?"" he asked<br/>""Absolutely nothing."" The Sorceress replied.<br/>""What do you mean?"" Grendor asked, worried.<br/>""Let Malefor do as he pleases, his Empire only rules over Dragons, Or at least it should."" The Sorceress replied coldly.<br/>""Actually, it controlled ma-"" Grendor started to say.<br/>""Do you dare defy me? I order you to go and ignore The Dragon Realms. I don't care about them"" The Sorceress asserted.<br/>""Yes Your Majesty."" Said Grendor, as he left.</div></blockquote><br/>Cynder had decided to target the Forgotten Realms.<br/><br/>""Wouldn't it be smarter to target Arendelle?"" Red, a subordinate of Cynder asked.<br/>""No, Arendelle has strong alliances, and The Forgotten Realms has a ton of resources for us to use."" Cynder replied.<br/>""Don't ask questions, just kill!"" Declared Gaul, another servant of Malefor, equal in rank to Cynder.<br/>""You're late Gaul."" Cynder stated.<br/>""Sorry, but the army doesn't build itself"" Gaul said.<br/>""Whatever, just go out there, any thing that sides with The Forgotten Realms is an enemy."" Cynder ordered.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">Declaration of War</span> <br/>The Dragon Realms Empire declares war on the rouge state of The Forgotten Realms, as they were once part of our Empire, And We will do everything in our power to bring these traitors to justice.<br/>Signed, Cynder, general of Malefor's army.</blockquote>"
4556,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468,2014-11-25T14:57:00,The United Earth Democracy,"Ripto looked down at his kingdom.<br/>""Are these rumours of Malefor's return true?"" He asked angrily.<br/>""Yes Sire"" A soldier replied ""And he is invading The Forgotten Realms as we speak.""<br/>""I hate The Forgotten Realms, but The DRE Royal family has been an enemy to MY family for far to long! I will eradicate them from existence, we side with The Forgotten Realms"" Ripto said.<br/>""Yes Sire"" the soldier once again replied."
4557,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468,2014-11-25T15:32:00,Shark isle,"President Omar Gonzalez was worried. He had recently learned that Warfang was conquered by a unknown enemy and the same enemy declared war on the Forgotten Realms and he was worried that his country was next. Suddenly, one of Omar's servants entered the room and said to Omar,"" Senor Gonzalez it's Carnival you should be out celebrating with your people"". Omar nodded and went out to celebrate with people for tonight was a night of celebration not worry.<br/>Menewhile<br/>Hector Torres one of Abmen's most prominent socialites was throwing a party at his house when he suddenly excused himself from the party and went up the stairs to his room. When he was sure that no one was around he back his bookcase revealing a hidden door. He entered the door and went in front of a mirror that was the only thing in the room. He then said into the mirror"" Master what is your next command""? What no knew was that Hector had secretly made a deal with a dragon called Malefore in exchange for riches he would help him establish his empire. He then waited for a response through the mirror."
4558,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468,2014-11-25T15:55:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Shark isle <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22569767#p22569767"">wrote</a>:</cite>President Omar Gonzalez was worried. He had recently learned that Warfang was conquered by a unknown enemy and the same enemy declared war on the Forgotten Realms and he was worried that his country was next. Suddenly, one of Omar's servants entered the room and said to Omar,"" Senor Gonzalez it's Carnival you should be out celebrating with your people"". Omar nodded and went out to celebrate with people for tonight was a night of celebration not worry.<br/>Menewhile<br/>Hector Torres one of Abmen's most prominent socialites was throwing a party at his house when he suddenly excused himself from the party and went up the stairs to his room. When he was sure that no one was around he back his bookcase revealing a hidden door. He entered the door and went in front of a mirror that was the only thing in the room. He then said into the mirror"" Master what is your next command""? What no knew was that Hector had secretly made a deal with a dragon called Malefore in exchange for riches he would help him establish his empire. He then waited for a response through the mirror.</div></blockquote><br/>""I want you to convince your president to pressure The Forgotten Realms to surrender"" Malefor stated.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, Red led a large force to defeat Ripto's Army. They had one goal, destroy the Ripto's Empire.<br/><br/>""Cynder, why are we engaging Ripto?"" Asked Gaul.<br/>""Ripto's family and the Royal Family have been enemies for a long time, and when The Dragon Council weakened the Monarchy, Ripto established his own kingdom, and he sided with The Forgotten Realms."" Cynder answered."
4559,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468,2014-11-25T15:56:00,Greater Weselton,Kaiser Wilhelm II of Weselton was reading in the newspaper about Warfang's fall. He didn't care. He thinks that dragons and humans can peacefully coexist. He does not think that dragons are evil.
4560,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468,2014-11-25T16:13:00,The United Earth Democracy,"""Malefor's Army is too strong Sire, Our only hope of survival is surrender"" said the soldier.<br/>"" What? How dare you suggest surrender?"" Ripto Asked.<br/>""It's only for survival, and then we can rise up against him again"" The soldier replies<br/>""Fine..."" Ripto said coldly<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">*Ripto has surrendered*</span>"
4561,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468,2014-11-25T16:18:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>The United Earth Democracy <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22570308#p22570308"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Malefor's Army is too strong Sire, Our only hope of survival is surrender"" said the soldier.<br/>"" What? How dare you suggest surrender?"" Ripto Asked.<br/>""It's only for survival, and then we can rise up against him again"" The soldier replies<br/>""Fine..."" Ripto said coldly<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">*Ripto has surrendered*</span></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">The Dragon Realms Empire has secured Victory over Ripto</span><br/>Tonight, Ripto, a traitor to the Dragon Realms Empire has been brought to justice, and the land he stole returns to glorious Empire<br/>Know that anyone who sides with a former Empire Nation is regarded as an enemy by Malefor, The Dragon Prince, himself.<br/>These States Include<br/>Warfang (conquered)<br/>Ripto's Empire( conquered)<br/>The Forgotten Realms<br/>Dante's Freezer (Currently under the possession of Oseacian Scandinavia<br/>And Arendelle<br/>Signed, General Cynder of Malefor's Forces.</blockquote>"
4562,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468,2014-11-25T16:36:00,The Great and Mighty Napoleon,"""MEN! Malefor has begun his quest to reunite The Dragon Realms Empire. He has already conquered our sister Nations of Warfang and Ripto's Empire, leaving us, and Arendelle"" Grendor said, there were murmurs from the crowd<br/>""HOWEVER, Iwill not allow Him to take our beloved kingdom! Let us go out there, and fight Malefor to the death! The Monarchy is old and weak, and Malefor is foolish, I ask that everyone here contributes to this noble cause!""<br/>*The crowd goes wild*"
4563,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468,2014-11-25T18:00:00,Bunkeranlage,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">REYKJAVÍK</span></span><br/><br/>7:45 PM<br/><br/>The first wisps of the Borealis began to dance around the crimson sky, cutting iridescent lines around the mighty sun, now in its twilight. Ships continued to plough their way through the calm waters towards the port, bringing with them great treasures and exquisite culinary delights from the four corners of the Earth. All this hustle and bustle was silently observed from the Grand Palace by King Jorgen III, sitting at a coffee table in the balcony, half naked and in a pair of baggy pants, preparing to retire to his private office after a hard day of negotiation in the Royal Courts. Inside his room, a Night Fury frolicked about, eagerly awaiting his dear friend's return from staring blankly into space.<br/><br/>Jorgen impaled the last prawn on the plate and ate it, before standing up, clearing the empty plate (he always cleared his own cutlery after eating) and going back inside, shutting the glass doors and closing the scarlet curtains. Putting on a coat, the 22 year old King stroked the Night Fury affectionately on the head and sat down at his empty desk.<br/><br/>The advisor, an obese yet dwarfish little man with a twirly moustache, proceeded to place a silver tray on the table. On this tray rested a stack of documents. ""That's a lot of new documents, eh, Heinz?"" asked the King, half jokingly. The fat German man replied, ""Yes, your Highness. From what I've heard, there's been lots of trouble erupting in the last hour or so.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Thousands</span>of telegram messages in the last hour!"" The King picked up the first document and began to read it. Apparently, Warfang was undergoing a massive civil war. Document after document, and nothing was revealed but the unfortunate demise of the once glorious and utopian empire. Jorgen buried his face in his hands and muttered, ""How convenient...""<br/><br/>...<br/><br/>""Sir, have you any orders?""<br/><br/>The King seized a parchment from inside the drawers and began scribbling an ultimatum. Just about half an hour later, he handed the paper to Heinz, who proceeded to place the royal Seal on the bottom, next to the King's signature, before rushing out and handing the paper to a diplomatic ship headed to Warfang, or, what was left of it.<br/><br/>The Night Fury was growing most impatient, and Jorgen sensed it. ""It's okay, Engartennur"", he whispered. ""Come on, let's go back to the room..."" The King led the dragon down the hall, to his private bedroom, where dinner awaited the dragon.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">TO: The new leaders of Warfang,<br/><br/>Greetings!<br/><br/>It has come to my attention that you have overthrown the government of the old Warfang Empire. While I do not have anything against this act, I would like to warn you that any hostile actions against Iceland or her allies shall be considered an act of war, and will result in the blockade of trade routes. <br/><br/>I sincerely hope we will be able to uphold the most favourable and beneficial relationship our forefathers were able to.<br/><br/>Yours Faithfully, <br/><br/>Jorgen III, King of Iceland</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">TO: All whom it may concern, ((OOC: This means all nations except for Warfang))<br/><br/>Greetings! <br/><br/>As you all probably know by now, Warfang is currently undergoing a period of internal strife. During this crisis, I urge all of you to maintain diplomatic relations, and not to succumb to the temptation of wildly annexing lands in the lawlessness of war and conflict. Hopefully, with your support, we can maintain the peace that permeated Europe for 5 centuries.<br/><br/>I salute you, leaders of Europe!<br/><br/>Yours Faithfully, <br/><br/>Jorgen III, King of Iceland</blockquote>"
4564,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468,2014-11-25T18:35:00,The Great and Mighty Napoleon,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Iceland<br/>I applaud you for trying to maintain diplomacy, But these new leaders aren't interested in laying down their arms until they have achived their goal, also, under their new ruler they are The Dragon Realms Empire.<br/>If you want I can tell you more, but it's dangerous to say anything through telegram, we would have to meet in person<br/>Signed: Grendor of The Forgotten Realms.</blockquote>"
4565,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468,2014-11-25T18:41:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">TO: His Excellency, Grendor of the Forgotten Realms,<br/><br/>Firstly, thank you for this new information on the leaders of Warfang, or as we now call it, the DRE. <br/><br/>Secondly, I would be more than happy to arrange for transport to bring you to Reykjavík so we can discuss future policies for Europe. Please tell me which city you would like me to pick you up from. A diplomatic ship with necessary escorts will pick you up as soon as possible. <br/><br/>To the peace and prosperity of Europe!<br/><br/>- Jorgen III</blockquote>"
4566,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468,2014-11-25T18:44:00,The Great and Mighty Napoleon,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22572019#p22572019"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">TO: His Excellency, Grendor of the Forgotten Realms,<br/><br/>Firstly, thank you for this new information on the leaders of Warfang, or as we now call it, the DRE. <br/><br/>Secondly, I would be more than happy to arrange for transport to bring you to Reykjavík so we can discuss future policies for Europe. Please tell me which city you would like me to pick you up from. A diplomatic ship with necessary escorts will pick you up as soon as possible. <br/><br/>To the peace and prosperity of Europe!<br/><br/>- Jorgen III</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To Jorgen III<br/>Thank you, but I am not worthy of the title ""excellency, I am a humble servant of my queen, as for where, to pick me up, How about Sunrise Springs, I will include a map with it's location highlighted.<br/>Signed Grendor.</blockquote>"
4567,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468,2014-11-25T19:01:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">TO: <del>His Excellency</del>, Grendor of the Forgotten Realms,<br/><br/>Very well. I shall send three ships over to this ""Sunrise Springs"" to pick you up as quickly as possible. Further discussions can be left to our face-to-face meeting.<br/><br/>- Jorgen III</blockquote><br/><br/>Shortly after the telegram was sent, the frigate ISS<span style=""font-style: italic"">Eyjafjallajökull</span>loaded supplies (and 40 cannons) and prepared to leave the port. With her, the two brigs ISS<span style=""font-style: italic"">Jotnar</span>and ISS<span style=""font-style: italic"">Brünnhilde</span>would be travelling to Sunrise Springs to pick up the wizard."
4568,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468,2014-11-25T19:07:00,The Great and Mighty Napoleon,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22572249#p22572249"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">TO: <del>His Excellency</del>, Grendor of the Forgotten Realms,<br/><br/>Very well. I shall send three ships over to this ""Sunrise Springs"" to pick you up as quickly as possible. Further discussions can be left to our face-to-face meeting.<br/><br/>- Jorgen III</blockquote><br/><br/>Shortly after the telegram was sent, the frigate ISS <span style=""font-style: italic"">Eyjafjallajökull</span> loaded supplies (and 40 cannons) and prepared to leave the port. With her, the two brigs ISS <span style=""font-style: italic"">Jotnar</span> and ISS <span style=""font-style: italic"">Brünnhilde</span> would be travelling to Sunrise Springs to pick up the wizard.</div></blockquote><br/>Grendor arrived at Sunrise Springs. He was studying the history of The Forgotten Realms to make sure that everything he told Jorgen was accurate. Grendor was rather surprised that The DRE has been awfully quiet and it made him uneasy."
4569,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468,2014-11-25T19:21:00,Bunkeranlage,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">REYKJAVÍK</span></span><br/><br/>Jorgen spent the entire day answering telegrams and writing edicts, in response to the new crisis that DRE had recently plunged the continent into. Iceland may have been mercifully separated from the rest of the continent, but a war, especially one kicked off by a demon-like entity, would have the potential to snuff out the Light of the North and crush all hope of a bright future for Europe's unsuspecting populace. Hours passed, and Jorgen had barely finished working on one pile of letters and edicts, before another came in. Requesting for a salad, the bedraggled King, who had no time to even bathe or comb his hair, continued to work endlessly on the steady stream of documents.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">My only solace is for the Wizard to arrive...</span>"
4570,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468,2014-11-25T19:26:00,The Great and Mighty Napoleon,"""I believe that is Iceland's flag, and just in time too."" Grendor set boarded the boat with 2 guards and a mage in training. He was ready, with accurate information he could tell Jorgen everything he wanted to know."
4571,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468,2014-11-25T19:29:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Great and Mighty Napoleon <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22572526#p22572526"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I believe that is Iceland's flag, and just in time too."" Grendor set boarded the boat with 2 guards and a mage in training. He was ready, with accurate information he could tell Jorgen everything he wanted to know.</div></blockquote><br/>""General Cynder?""<br/>""What is it Gaul?"" Cynder replied<br/>""Grendor is heading to Iceland."" Gaul said<br/>""Let him go"" Cynder ordered.<br/>""why?"" Gaul asked/<br/>""Because he might just turn them against him, the chances are slim but we have to take it.""<br/>(OOC: Or We just need The Forgotten Realms alive until Arendelle is here)"
4572,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468,2014-11-25T19:39:00,Bunkeranlage,"The three ships had arrived earlier than expected. Picking the old wizard up, they reloaded and hurried back to Iceland, in the hopes that Malefor would not know about their new plans.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">OPERATION <br/>KHOLOTNOJE SERDCJE / ХОЛОДНОЕ СЕРДЦЕ / FROZEN HEART</span></span></div><br/><br/><span style=""color: #FF0000""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Restricted / Eyes only / Noforn</span></span><br/><br/>Operation Kholotnoje Serdcje (Frozen Heart) will be launched as a last resort, should Arendelle retain its political silence. In the face of the sheer darkness that is Malefor's DRE, the Government of Iceland and its Monarchy shall launch the following procedures:<br/><br/>- A blockade of DRE's trade routes<br/>- A mass exodus of Icelandic citizens to the Nordic Colony of Greenland<br/>- The muster of the Dragon Air Force<br/><br/>Further measures will be enacted later, to suit future circumstances. <br/><br/>- Heinz Gnadin</blockquote>"
4573,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468,2014-11-25T19:42:00,The Great and Mighty Napoleon,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22572671#p22572671"">wrote</a>:</cite>The three ships had arrived earlier than expected. Picking the old wizard up, they reloaded and hurried back to Iceland, in the hopes that Malefor would not know about their new plans.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">OPERATION KHOLOTNOJE SERDCJE / ХОЛОДНОЕ СЕРДЦЕ / FROZEN HEART</span></span></div><br/><br/><span style=""color: #FF0000""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Restricted / Eyes only / Noforn</span></span><br/><br/>Operation Kholotnoje Serdcje (Frozen Heart) will be launched as a last resort, should Arendelle retain its political silence. In the face of the sheer darkness that is Malefor's DRE, the Government of Iceland and its Monarchy shall launch the following procedures:<br/><br/>- A blockade of DRE's trade routes<br/>- A mass exodus of Icelandic citizens to the Nordic Colony of Greenland<br/>- The muster of the Dragon Air Force<br/><br/>Further measures will be enacted later, to suit future circumstances. <br/><br/>- Heinz Gnadin</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/>""hello Your majesty"" said Grendor with a bow. ""We have a lot to discuss, should I start with who the DRE really are?"""
4574,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468,2014-11-25T19:59:00,Greater Weselton,"The Kaiser read that The Dragon Realms Empire was against Arendelle. He wondered if Malefor was sent by God to defeat the evil witch in Arendelle. He decided to send a message to Malefor:<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Malefor<br/>We see that you are against Arendelle. We hope you can defeat the evil witch that Queen Elsa of Arendelle is. Would you like help in defeating Arendelle? You can truly bring light to this world. God bless you.<br/>Kaiser Wilhelm II of Weselton</blockquote>"
4575,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468,2014-11-25T20:04:00,Shark isle,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Dragon Realms Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22570085#p22570085"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Shark isle <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22569767#p22569767"">wrote</a>:</cite>President Omar Gonzalez was worried. He had recently learned that Warfang was conquered by a unknown enemy and the same enemy declared war on the Forgotten Realms and he was worried that his country was next. Suddenly, one of Omar's servants entered the room and said to Omar,"" Senor Gonzalez it's Carnival you should be out celebrating with your people"". Omar nodded and went out to celebrate with people for tonight was a night of celebration not worry.<br/>Menewhile<br/>Hector Torres one of Abmen's most prominent socialites was throwing a party at his house when he suddenly excused himself from the party and went up the stairs to his room. When he was sure that no one was around he back his bookcase revealing a hidden door. He entered the door and went in front of a mirror that was the only thing in the room. He then said into the mirror"" Master what is your next command""? What no knew was that Hector had secretly made a deal with a dragon called Malefore in exchange for riches he would help him establish his empire. He then waited for a response through the mirror.</div></blockquote><br/>""I want you to convince your president to pressure The Forgotten Realms to surrender"" Malefor stated.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, Red led a large force to defeat Ripto's Army. They had one goal, destroy the Ripto's Empire.<br/><br/>""Cynder, why are we engaging Ripto?"" Asked Gaul.<br/>""Ripto's family and the Royal Family have been enemies for a long time, and when The Dragon Council weakened the Monarchy, Ripto established his own kingdom, and he sided with The Forgotten Realms."" Cynder answered.</div></blockquote><br/>Hector nodded and said,"" I will do your bidding master"". Hector then left the room where the mirror was and went back to the party. After the party was over he went out to the streets to find the President. He eventually found the President mingling with a group of cooks at a nearby INN. Hector went towards Omar and said to him,"" Excuse El Presidenta may i please talk to you"". Omar said to Hector,"" Of course what do you want to talk about""? Hector said to him"" I believe you should pressure the Forgotten Realms to surrender to keep the Realms people from getting hurt"". Omar angrily responded,"" I will not because, being occupied by a enemy will result more deaths for the people"". Omar than left Hector at the INN while Hector starting thinking to himself,""I need a new plant before my master finds out"". he then started to brainstorm."
4576,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468,2014-11-25T20:07:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Greater Weselton <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22572915#p22572915"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Kaiser read that The Dragon Realms Empire was against Arendelle. He wondered if Malefor was sent by God to defeat the evil witch in Arendelle. He decided to send a message to Malefor:<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Malefor<br/>We see that you are against Arendelle. We hope you can defeat the evil witch that Queen Elsa of Arendelle is. Would you like help in defeating Arendelle? You can truly bring light to this world. God bless you.<br/>Kaiser Wilhelm II of Weselton</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Kaiser Wilhelm II<br/>I thank you for your interest in helping our cause. I would love your help<br/>Signed The Dragon Prince Malefor.</blockquote>"
4577,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468,2014-11-25T20:09:00,Greater Weselton,"The Kaiser decided to ask Malefor a few more questions:<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Malefor<br/>Is The Dragon Realms Empire a Christian nation? What are your views on a witch like Elsa?<br/>Kaiser Wilhelm II of Weselton</blockquote>"
4578,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=25,2014-11-25T20:14:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Greater Weselton <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22573044#p22573044"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Kaiser decided to ask Malefor a few more questions:<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Malefor<br/>Is The Dragon Realms Empire a Christian nation? What are your views on a witch like Elsa?<br/>Kaiser Wilhelm II of Weselton</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To Kaiser Wilhelm II<br/>We are a roman catholic state. <br/>We condemn Elsa for her powers because humans are forbidden to use magic, an art created by dragons for dragons, God gave us a gift and people like Elsa abuse it.<br/>The Dragon Prince Malefor.</blockquote>"
4579,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=25,2014-11-25T20:18:00,Greater Weselton,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Malefor<br/>We will officially join you in the fight against darkness in Arendelle when the time comes to invade. Praise the Lord!<br/>Kaiser Wilhelm II of Weselton</blockquote>"
4580,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=25,2014-11-25T20:32:00,The Great and Mighty Napoleon,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">Call To Arms</span><br/>The DRE is a rouge state intent on conquering innocent nations! We must Unite against this menace!</blockquote>"
4581,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=25,2014-11-25T20:40:00,Bunkeranlage,"Jorgen III welcomed the Wizard into the Palace and led him to the meeting hall. Pouring glasses of wine, the young King discussed the situation with the Wizard, showing him the plans for Operation Kholotnoje Serdcje and asking him what he thought.<br/><br/>In the meantime, a letter was also sent to Weselton.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">TO: The Kaiser of Weselton<br/><br/>Greetings! As you know, Malefor has seized power in Warfang and established the DRE. As one of your closest partners in trade and diplomacy, I would like to know what you are planning to do in the face of impending doom. <br/><br/>I would also like to invite you to Reykjavík to discuss matters face to face. <br/><br/>Yours Faithfully,<br/><br/>- Jorgen III, King of Iceland</blockquote>"
4582,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=25,2014-11-25T20:48:00,Greater Weselton,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: King Jorgen III of Iceland<br/>We plan to side with The Dragon Realms Empire only when they invade Arendelle. We will be neutral in all other cases. We accept your invitation.<br/>Kaiser Wilhelm II of Weselton</blockquote>"
4583,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=25,2014-11-25T20:52:00,Bunkeranlage,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">REYKJAVÍK</span></span><br/><br/>The entire city was stirring faintly as the Navy deployed its finest warships in the wee hours of the morning, loading up with cannons and rifles. An order issued from Jorgen III's palace the day before had mobilised the entire Navy to protect Iceland's shores from an invasion by any rogue states out for more land. A telegram had also been sent to the local governments of Iceland's colonies, to get them to protect with whatever resources and vessels they had. The two Men of War ISS<span style=""font-style: italic"">Wotān</span>and the ISS<span style=""font-style: italic"">Siegfried</span>were deployed for their maiden voyages, to patrol the farthest reaches of Iceland's maritime influence. Only these two 120 gunners were deemed to be powerful enough to go so far unaccompanied by any fleet whatsoever."
4584,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=25,2014-11-25T20:55:00,The Great and Mighty Napoleon,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22573334#p22573334"">wrote</a>:</cite>Jorgen III welcomed the Wizard into the Palace and led him to the meeting hall. Pouring glasses of wine, the young King discussed the situation with the Wizard, showing him the plans for Operation Kholotnoje Serdcje and asking him what he thought. <br/><br/>In the meantime, a letter was also sent to Weselton.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">TO: The Kaiser of Weselton<br/><br/>Greetings! As you know, Malefor has seized power in Warfang and established the DRE. As one of your closest partners in trade and diplomacy, I would like to know what you are planning to do in the face of impending doom. <br/><br/>I would also like to invite you to Reykjavík to discuss matters face to face. <br/><br/>Yours Faithfully,<br/><br/>- Jorgen III, King of Iceland</blockquote></div></blockquote>""The plan is intersting, but first you should why Arendelle might be hesitant, which goes back to the Dragon Realms Empire. Long ago, there was a powerful kingdom called the DRE. However, they had a corrupt, absolute Monarchy, and when The Dragon Council was formed to limit their power, Malefor, the heir to the throne, was banished for trying to kill the council. Soon the Empire divided into Warfang, The Forgotten Realms, Arendelle, and Ripto's Empire, and these countries are known as the sister nations because of this, though they had little to no relations with each other, except Warfang and Arendelle. I guess you could say Warfang loved her older sister. They had the closest alliance in all of Europe, and Now that Malefor has Warfang, if the king of Warfang is still alive, he is probably in Arendelle, building up their strength, and Arendelle doesn't want to risk themselves and their closest ally. I hope this is the case because the king of Warfang is a good leader."" Grendor said."
4585,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=25,2014-11-25T20:56:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote><div><cite>Greater Weselton <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22573416#p22573416"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: King Jorgen III of Iceland<br/>We plan to side with The Dragon Realms Empire only when they invade Arendelle. We will be neutral in all other cases. We accept your invitation.<br/>Kaiser Wilhelm II of Weselton</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">TO: The Kaiser<br/><br/>I should like to inform you that we refuse to side with a deranged demon dragon who plans to take Europe for itself.<br/><br/>If this is the case, Iceland and her protectorates will remain neutral. While support will not be given to you if you support Malefor's war efforts, we will also refrain from invading. For now, the brig ISS <span style=""font-style: italic"">Góspel</span> will be picking you up from the port of Emden. I await our face to face meeting.<br/><br/>- Jorgen III</blockquote>"
4586,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=25,2014-11-25T21:01:00,The Great and Mighty Napoleon,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22573479#p22573479"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Greater Weselton <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22573416#p22573416"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: King Jorgen III of Iceland<br/>We plan to side with The Dragon Realms Empire only when they invade Arendelle. We will be neutral in all other cases. We accept your invitation.<br/>Kaiser Wilhelm II of Weselton</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">TO: The Kaiser<br/><br/>I should like to inform you that we refuse to side with a deranged demon dragon who plans to take Europe for itself.<br/><br/>If this is the case, Iceland and her protectorates will remain neutral. While support will not be given to you if you support Malefor's war efforts, we will also refrain from invading. For now, the brig ISS <span style=""font-style: italic"">Góspel</span> will be picking you up from the port of Emden. I await our face to face meeting.<br/><br/>- Jorgen III</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/>""There is also more to it, Malefor wants to reunite his empire, and crown himself King, at the moment he is only ""The Dragon Prince""."" Grendor continued."
4587,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=25,2014-11-25T21:03:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Great and Mighty Napoleon <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22573469#p22573469"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22573334#p22573334"">wrote</a>:</cite>Jorgen III welcomed the Wizard into the Palace and led him to the meeting hall. Pouring glasses of wine, the young King discussed the situation with the Wizard, showing him the plans for Operation Kholotnoje Serdcje and asking him what he thought. <br/><br/>In the meantime, a letter was also sent to Weselton.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">TO: The Kaiser of Weselton<br/><br/>Greetings! As you know, Malefor has seized power in Warfang and established the DRE. As one of your closest partners in trade and diplomacy, I would like to know what you are planning to do in the face of impending doom. <br/><br/>I would also like to invite you to Reykjavík to discuss matters face to face. <br/><br/>Yours Faithfully,<br/><br/>- Jorgen III, King of Iceland</blockquote></div></blockquote>""The plan is intersting, but first you should why Arendelle might be hesitant, which goes back to the Dragon Realms Empire. Long ago, there was a powerful kingdom called the DRE. However, they had a corrupt, absolute Monarchy, and when The Dragon Council was formed to limit their power, Malefor, the heir to the throne, was banished for trying to kill the council. Soon the Empire divided into Warfang, The Forgotten Realms, Arendelle, and Ripto's Empire, and these countries are known as the sister nations because of this, though they had little to no relations with each other, except Warfang and Arendelle. I guess you could say Warfang loved her older sister. They had the closest alliance in all of Europe, and Now that Malefor has Warfang, if the king of Warfang is still alive, he is probably in Arendelle, building up their strength, and Arendelle doesn't want to risk themselves and their closest ally. I hope this is the case because the king of Warfang is a good leader."" Grendor said.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Oh?"" said the King incredulously. ""In that case, the plan will be altered slightly, should the need arise. However, Operation Kholotnoje Serdcje hasn't been deployed. The events are still unfolding. We shall wait and see what the others do first."" Taking a sip of the golden Liebfraumilch, Jorgen continued, ""In the meantime, tell nobody of the operation, not even your sovereign. I intend to do so myself.""<br/><br/>The King then mounted his faithful friend, the Night Fury Engartennur, and flew to the port to inspect the ships. Before leaving, he said to the Wizard, ""These are dark times we live in. With your aid, as well as those of our allies, we can bring light to an otherwise dark future"". With that, the magnificent jet black dragon took to the skies and headed straight for the great port of Reykjavík.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>The ISS<span style=""font-style: italic"">Góspel</span>headed straight for the Weseltonian port of Emden, to pick up the Kaiser and bring him to Iceland for the conference. Accompanying her was the frigate ISS<span style=""font-style: italic"">Baldr</span>, a 30 gunner built to defend the diplomatic ship she was escorting. The two vessels tore their way through the increasingly rough waves, towards Weselton."
4588,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=25,2014-11-25T21:08:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"Malefor chose not to concern himself with Iceland's actions. He needed The Forgotten Realms, then Dante's Freezer, and then he could strike Arendelle.<br/>He let Iceland do as they please, as long as the stayed out of his way, no innocent blood would be spilt."
4589,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=25,2014-11-25T21:08:00,Greater Weselton,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22573479#p22573479"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Greater Weselton <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22573416#p22573416"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: King Jorgen III of Iceland<br/>We plan to side with The Dragon Realms Empire only when they invade Arendelle. We will be neutral in all other cases. We accept your invitation.<br/>Kaiser Wilhelm II of Weselton</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">TO: The Kaiser<br/><br/>I should like to inform you that we refuse to side with a deranged demon dragon who plans to take Europe for itself.<br/><br/>If this is the case, Iceland and her protectorates will remain neutral. While support will not be given to you if you support Malefor's war efforts, we will also refrain from invading. For now, the brig ISS <span style=""font-style: italic"">Góspel</span> will be picking you up from the port of Emden. I await our face to face meeting.<br/><br/>- Jorgen III</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: King Jorgen III of Iceland<br/>Malefor is not a demon. He is a Christian.<br/>Kaiser Wilhelm II of Weselton</blockquote>"
4590,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=25,2014-11-25T21:11:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote><div><cite>Greater Weselton <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22573585#p22573585"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22573479#p22573479"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">TO: The Kaiser<br/><br/>I should like to inform you that we refuse to side with a deranged demon dragon who plans to take Europe for itself.<br/><br/>If this is the case, Iceland and her protectorates will remain neutral. While support will not be given to you if you support Malefor's war efforts, we will also refrain from invading. For now, the brig ISS <span style=""font-style: italic"">Góspel</span> will be picking you up from the port of Emden. I await our face to face meeting.<br/><br/>- Jorgen III</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: King Jorgen III of Iceland<br/>Malefor is not a demon. He is a Christian.<br/>Kaiser Wilhelm II of Weselton</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">TO: The Kaiser<br/><br/>Believe whatever you want about him, it won't change the fact that he is warmongering. Your ships will arrive shortly, and you will be brought to Iceland for the conference as soon as possible. <br/><br/>Yours Faithfully<br/><br/>- Heinz Gnadin, on behalf of his Majesty, Jorgen III</blockquote><br/><br/>In the meantime, the two ships had entered Weselton's maritime space, and made way for Emden as quickly as possible."
4591,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=25,2014-11-25T21:12:00,The Great and Mighty Napoleon,"Grendor studied a spell book while awaiting the king's return. He was concerned, for the DRE had been strangely quiet and Malefor had a strong information network, so he likely already knew everything. And then he remembered that he had forgotten to tell Jorgen that."
4592,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=25,2014-11-25T21:15:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Great and Mighty Napoleon <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22573623#p22573623"">wrote</a>:</cite>Grendor studied a spell book while awaiting the king's return. He was concerned, for the DRE had been strangely quiet and Malefor had a strong information network, so he likely already knew everything. And then he remembered that he had forgotten to tell Jorgen that.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">REYKJAVÍK</span></span><br/><br/>The King had finished his routine inspection of the guards and was now headed back to the palace. Landing in the courtyard, he patted Engartennur affectionately and went back into the room, where the Wizard awaited him. Beckoning to one of the butlers to serve dinner, he sat down and said to the Wizard, ""Ah, I believe the troops are ready, should an invasion occur. 37 ships are currently patrolling Iceland's borders, and 79 new ones are being built in the shipyards of Nuuk in Greenland. Did you want to tell me something?"""
4593,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=25,2014-11-25T21:18:00,The Great and Mighty Napoleon,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22573656#p22573656"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Great and Mighty Napoleon <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22573623#p22573623"">wrote</a>:</cite>Grendor studied a spell book while awaiting the king's return. He was concerned, for the DRE had been strangely quiet and Malefor had a strong information network, so he likely already knew everything. And then he remembered that he had forgotten to tell Jorgen that.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">REYKJAVÍK</span></span><br/><br/>The King had finished his routine inspection of the guards and was now headed back to the palace. Landing in the courtyard, he patted Engartennur affectionately and went back into the room, where the Wizard awaited him. Beckoning to one of the butlers to serve dinner, he sat down and said to the Wizard, ""Ah, I believe the troops are ready, should an invasion occur. 37 ships are currently patrolling Iceland's borders, and 79 new ones are being built in the shipyards of Nuuk in Greenland. Did you want to tell me something?""</div></blockquote><br/>""I remembered while you were gone that Malefor has an amazing information network, So he probably knows of all the movements you've made so far, which I find uneasy because he has done nothing about it."" Grendor said."
4594,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=25,2014-11-25T21:23:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Great and Mighty Napoleon <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22573681#p22573681"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22573656#p22573656"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">REYKJAVÍK</span></span><br/><br/>The King had finished his routine inspection of the guards and was now headed back to the palace. Landing in the courtyard, he patted Engartennur affectionately and went back into the room, where the Wizard awaited him. Beckoning to one of the butlers to serve dinner, he sat down and said to the Wizard, ""Ah, I believe the troops are ready, should an invasion occur. 37 ships are currently patrolling Iceland's borders, and 79 new ones are being built in the shipyards of Nuuk in Greenland. Did you want to tell me something?""</div></blockquote><br/>""I remembered while you were gone that Malefor has an amazing information network, So he probably knows of all the movements you've made so far, which I find uneasy because he has done nothing.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The King sat silently, sipping the last remnants of Liebfraumilch in his glass, before continuing, ""Unfortunately, weeding out every single possible spy in our kingdom would take too much time and money. However, my late father and I have personally chosen the advisors and generals, and I can safely say that they are all trustworthy and reliable men. Do you, perhaps, have any information pertaining to my kingdom which I am unaware of?""<br/><br/>Just then, a butler in a white coat entered the room carrying a tray with dinner. The King thanked the butler and dismissed him, before offering the Wizard one plate and taking one for himself. It was a minced lamb dish with sauerkraut and a bread pudding. ""Eat up"", said the king. ""We can discuss politics later""."
4595,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=25,2014-11-25T21:25:00,The Great and Mighty Napoleon,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22573741#p22573741"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Great and Mighty Napoleon <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22573681#p22573681"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I remembered while you were gone that Malefor has an amazing information network, So he probably knows of all the movements you've made so far, which I find uneasy because he has done nothing.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The King sat silently, sipping the last remnants of Liebfraumilch in his glass, before continuing, ""Unfortunately, weeding out every single possible spy in our kingdom would take too much time and money. However, my late father and I have personally chosen the advisors and generals, and I can safely say that they are all trustworthy and reliable men. Do you, perhaps, have any information pertaining to my kingdom which I am unaware of?""<br/><br/>Just then, a butler in a white coat entered the room carrying a tray with dinner. The King thanked the butler and dismissed him, before offering the Wizard one plate and taking one for himself. It was a minced lamb dish with sauerkraut and a bread pudding. ""Eat up"", said the king. ""We can discuss politics later"".</div></blockquote><br/>""I was merely implying that he finds out about events very quickly after they happen, and wow that does look good."" Grendor said."
4596,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=25,2014-11-25T21:27:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Great and Mighty Napoleon <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22573766#p22573766"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22573741#p22573741"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>The King sat silently, sipping the last remnants of Liebfraumilch in his glass, before continuing, ""Unfortunately, weeding out every single possible spy in our kingdom would take too much time and money. However, my late father and I have personally chosen the advisors and generals, and I can safely say that they are all trustworthy and reliable men. Do you, perhaps, have any information pertaining to my kingdom which I am unaware of?""<br/><br/>Just then, a butler in a white coat entered the room carrying a tray with dinner. The King thanked the butler and dismissed him, before offering the Wizard one plate and taking one for himself. It was a minced lamb dish with sauerkraut and a bread pudding. ""Eat up"", said the king. ""We can discuss politics later"".</div></blockquote><br/>""I was merely implying that he finds out about events very quickly after they happen, and wow that does look good."" Grendor said.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>As they ate, the two men continued to discuss the situation. ""So, even if he knows everything about our kingdom, what will he be doing anyway? How big is his force?""<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>The ships had arrived in Emden and docked there, waiting for Weselton's monarch to arrive."
4597,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=25,2014-11-25T21:32:00,The Great and Mighty Napoleon,"""Well, His force was large enough to convince Ripto to surrender, and Ripto NEVER gives up.Malefor is a genius though, I have no clue how he thinks. Perhaps we should discuss The Warfang Arendelle relationship some more?"" Grendor suggested."
4598,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=25,2014-11-25T21:40:00,Greater Weselton,The Kaiser arrived to greet the ship. He got on board the ship headed back to Iceland.
4599,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=25,2014-11-25T21:50:00,Bunkeranlage,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">29 KM OFF THE COAST OF REYKJAVÍK</span></span><br/><br/>The ISS<span style=""font-style: italic"">Fenrir</span>, a colossal 90 gunner with 500 crew capacity, was ploughing its way through the dark ocean in the small hours of the morning. The Borealis overhead was obscured by thick clouds, silently observing the mighty ship and occasionally hurling down bolts of lightning that stabbed the surface of the ocean like a spear on an animal's back. Through the fog of that stormy night, Commodore Hansen Jonasson stood on the poop deck of the ship, resting on a cannon and looking out at the sea. His thoughts strayed to various people. His wife, his crippled mother, his beloved premature shrimp of a son...<br/><br/>""Sail on the port bow!""<br/><br/>The Commodore seized a telescope on the table, dashing to the side and looking out, only to see a tenebrous, ghostly vessel that sliced its way through the rough waters. Observing the ship further, the Commodore's men signalled the ship to identify herself, only to see the dreaded black flag that had come to symbolise a watery grave in the abyss of the mighty ocean.<br/><br/>""The Jolly Roger! All hands! Run out the guns!""<br/><br/>The<span style=""font-style: italic"">Fenrir</span>ran out her cannons and fired a warning shot at the vessel, which turned around and flew towards the warship. Commodore Jonasson drew his cutlass and watched as the pirates came closer and closer, a spectre of demise in the dark.<br/><br/>""Broadside!""<br/><br/>The warship fired at the pirates again, this time with all the canons. The rogue frigate was crippled, its mainmast toppling over, the mizzen yardarm nearly crushing the Commodore. The Commodore ordered another broadside, smashing the frigate further and ensuring that they could not escape now. The Icelandic marines took out grappling hooks and, at the first mate's command, boarded the rogue vessel, cutting down the pirates and capturing the ship.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">This is too easy.</span><br/><br/>Just then, silence gripped the scene. Another ship had shown up, a completely black one that flew no flag. Commodore Jonasson ordered his men to fire at the other vessel. Before any action could be taken, however, the black ship fired its own guns, hitting both the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Fenrir</span>and the nameless pirate ship and killing off most of the men. Strange, skeletal figures boarded the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Fenrir</span>and brutally killed the marines and crew. Commodore Jonasson had escaped on a lifeboat, along with three sailors and a lieutenant. A lucky thing they did, for shortly after they had left, the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Fenrir</span>was engulfed in a ball of fire, sending all of the remaining men on board to the abyss of the Deep. Jonasson turned around, and was able to read the name ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">The Flying Dutchman</span>"" on the black ship just before it disappeared into the fog without any trace..."
4600,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=25,2014-11-25T21:55:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Great and Mighty Napoleon <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22573840#p22573840"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Well, His force was large enough to convince Ripto to surrender, and Ripto NEVER gives up.Malefor is a genius though, I have no clue how he thinks. Perhaps we should discuss The Warfang Arendelle relationship some more?"" Grendor suggested.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Jorgen III finished the last remnants of his dinner, before continuing, ""Yes, we should discuss the relationship between Warfang and Arendelle. How is it currently? Should we have anything to fear at the moment?""<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Greater Weselton <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22573902#p22573902"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Kaiser arrived to greet the ship. He got on board the ship headed back to Iceland.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The Captain of the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Góspel</span>greeted the Kaiser respectfully, before saying in a hushed voice, ""We'd better make way to Reykjavík as quickly as possible. Word has reached our ears from a commodore stranded in Trondheim that a ghostly vessel is on the loose, and that he would have died had he not deployed the boat. With the winds we currently have, it should take us around a week."""
4601,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=25,2014-11-25T23:07:00,Kingston-Atlantis,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i236.photobucket.com/albums/ff161/moonwitch1976/800px-Flag_of_Prussia_1892-1918svg.png""/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 160%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">OFFICIAL LETTER</span><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">From the King's Advisory Office</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">REQUEST FOR DIPLOMACY</span></span></div><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">From: Greater Critellardon<br/>To: Iceland<br/><br/>King Jorgen III of Iceland,<br/><br/>Greetings! I am the King of Greater Critellardon, King Christoph Felix V. I believe our ancestors may have met before, but who knows what, and it all ended with your grandfather being blown up by this large dragon. Regardless of anything, I am here asking for official trade ties and a full-fledged military alliance between our two great Kingdoms.<br/><br/>I am also considering a Triple Entente Alliance between Critellardon, Iceland and the Forgotten Realms. This means that we would have complete control over Europe.<br/><br/>Should you be interested in this offer, I am inviting you and the representative from the Forgotten Realms to Critellardon at any time appropriate.<br/><br/>Thank you,<br/><br/>King Christoph Felix IV</blockquote>"
4602,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=25,2014-11-25T23:23:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">TO: His Excellency, Christoph Felix V of Critellardon<br/><br/>My sincerest greetings to you! Indeed, our ancestors knew each other. My grandfather, Ludwig IX, was a good friend of yours. <br/><br/>Your requests for an alliance sound promising, but I request that we meet face to face, in Reykjavík, as the Wizard Grendor of the FR is already here. If you require transport, I will be more than happy to accommodate. Most of my concerns may be addressed when we meet, but I need to tell you now that Weselton has pledged their support to Malefor and his new Empire. I haven't taken any action as of yet, but I fear that the war of Weselton and the Pentagon may be set to repeat itself.<br/><br/>If it is not convenient for you to leave Critellardon, I will be able to come over, most likely by air. <br/><br/>Cheers<br/><br/>- Jorgen III</blockquote>"
4603,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=50,2014-11-25T23:28:00,Kingston-Atlantis,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i236.photobucket.com/albums/ff161/moonwitch1976/800px-Flag_of_Prussia_1892-1918svg.png""/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 160%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">OFFICIAL LETTER</span><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">From the King's Advisory Office</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">REQUEST FOR DIPLOMACY</span></span></div><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">From: Greater Critellardon<br/>To: Iceland<br/><br/>King Jorgen III of Iceland,<br/><br/>Indeed, according to historical reports, Weselton is not a country to be allied with... very well, I shall attend your summit in Reykjavík. No transport is needed, although I do need to take note that my pet parrot is very picky and requires a delicate balance of parrot delights.<br/><br/>Thank you,<br/><br/>King Christoph Felix V</blockquote>"
4604,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=50,2014-11-25T23:49:00,Bunkeranlage,"The Kaiser of Weselton had arrived in Reykjavík, and was being driven to a guesthouse in the mountainside, to await conference with the other dignitaries there.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>In the meantime, the wrecks of the ISS<span style=""font-style: italic"">Fenrir</span>had been found by the brig ISS<span style=""font-style: italic"">Eriksson</span>, which recovered as much of the goods and weapons on the ship and transported them back to Reykjavík. ""His Majesty will want to see this,"" said the captain to his men. ""Never before has a pirate vessel dared to enter Icelandic waters, much less so close to the capital.""<br/><br/>Commodore Jonasson had also been picked up by the ISS<span style=""font-style: italic"">Gígjökull</span>, a veteran vessel that was in service for more than 80 years, but still functioned well, nonetheless. Unfortunately, the commodore committed suicide halfway through the journey, out of survivor's guilt, leaving three sailors and a lieutenant the only witnesses to an attack by the Ghost Ship."
4605,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=50,2014-11-26T02:37:00,Oceasian Scandinavia,"Word has reached OS that Warfang has been conquered by a dragon army. Prime Minister Johannesen laughed at this when commander Rudolf Wayne told him.<br/>""A dragon army?! HAHAHAHAHA!!! No, you've gotta be kidding me!"" He said.<br/>""No, I'm serious. Maybe i should remind you that we have a giant octopus at our disposal. What could this mean for our nation?""<br/>The Prime Minister, using his above average skills in politics and history, immediately deduces this event.<br/>""I know EXACTLY what's going on right now. Evacuate Dante's Freezer."" He said.<br/>""Wait, what?! This is a very sudden and unrelated decision to the recent events in Warfang!"" Commander Wayne said.<br/>""It's pretty complicated. Let's just say that someone has big plans for Europe."" Johannesen said.<br/><br/>Soon enough, orders are given to the military to evacuate all citizens of Dante's Freezer. There has been numerous questions from the citizens regarding the issue. However, the PM himself requested to visit the island, ""one last time"", he said. The PM is one of the very few people in the country who knows exactly what's going on. The island had been a part of DRE, a powerful monarchy, feared by other nations. However, the empire then fell apart, splitting into Warfang, The Forgotten Realms, Ripto's Empire, and Arendelle. All of the 4 nations want to get Dante's Freezer, but before they can, the OS military already captured the island. And now, Malefor wants to build DRE back, which would involve conquering the island. The Pm stares at the beautiful island.<br/><br/>""Sir, Ripto has surrendered to the dragon army!"" Said the commander, interrupting the PM from his moment.<br/>""WHAT?! We could be next to fall! I want the army and the navy here right now!"" He said.<br/>""Okay. But sir, shouldn't the Kraken be used in this kind of situation?"" The commander asks.<br/>""Yes, except that we won't be using it...for now. It reacts...crazy to a force of magic."" The PM said.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, the army and the navy is being deployed to protect the island in case of an attack by the dragon army. All citizens have been evacuated and are being given shelter in the outskirts of the capital."
4606,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=50,2014-11-26T04:57:00,Bunkeranlage,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">REYKJAVÍK</span></span><br/><br/>Word had reached the King that the Oceasians had begun a mass exodus of Dante's Freezer, in anticipation of the Maleforian attack. Looking out of his window, at the rising sun and the dissipation of the darkness, Jorgen III continued to muse about the possibility that Operation Kholotnoje Serdcje would have to be brought into effect, and that the peaceful civilians of Iceland would have to be cruelly ripped out of their soil and transplanted in a harsher and more unforgiving land up north. That would be necessary, though, to prevent them from suffering an even greater evil at the hands of the monster that was the DRE's leader. The King got dressed and proceeded to the drawing room to eat his breakfast. As he went down the staircase, trailing his arm limply along the ornately decorated banister, he continued to run the operation through his mind over and over again.<br/><br/>Sitting down at the table, Jorgen opened the metal cover of the plate and proceeded to eat his lightly buttered toast. As he sipped at the burning glögg, Advisor Gnadin began reading the list of events to the King. Firstly, of course, OS's mass exodus. Secondly, the sinking of the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Fenrir</span>.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">The Fenrir has sunk???</span><br/><br/>The King dropped the crust and hastily left the room, dashing to the port (Engartennur was still sleeping). At the port, he saw a cart, piled to the brim with wreckage from a ship. Following closely behind was a coffin draped in a flag, the eerie urn containing the body of the late Commodore Hansen Jonasson.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">How? How could this happen?</span><br/><br/>The lieutenant and the sailors proceeded to tell the king every single thing that had taken place on that fateful night, including the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Flying Dutchman</span>'s disappearance into the fog and what happened afterward. Jorgen, stunned by this news, drank up the rest of the glögg in the cup that he unwittingly brought along and ordered that the four men be brought into the barracks and given blankets, clean clothes and hot drinks.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">The Flying Dutchman? How can this be?</span>"
4607,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=50,2014-11-26T11:01:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Oseacian Scandinavia<br/>I understand that you possess Dante's Freezer, and my master, The Dragon Prince Malefor needs to it to complete his empire. Hand it over and there will be no bloodshed. Refuse, and you risk destruction.<br/>Signed General Cynder of The DRE.</blockquote>"
4608,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=50,2014-11-26T11:13:00,The Great and Mighty Napoleon,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Your majesty ,Jorgen, I have everything I want to say about Warfang and Arendelle in order now.<br/>Arendelle was the first nation to break free from the DRE, and Warfang was the last. Arendelle helped Warfang declare independence, and they succeeded on the fifth anniversary of Arendelle's independence. The two nations have been close trading partners, and military allies ever since, one of the most powerful in Europe. Arendelle always acted as ""The older sister"" and was rather protective of Warfang, it was a rather... odd relationship to say the least. Now that Warfang is gone, Arendelle is a lot weaker, We might to help them, or they will fall to Malefor.<br/>Grendor, I am sorry I couldn't tell you this in person but I am currently studying the situation and need to not be interrupted.</blockquote>"
4609,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=50,2014-11-26T12:46:00,Greater Weselton,"Meanwhile, the Duke of Weselton was looking into Malefor. He had heard rumors that Malefor was a demon. He also heard the official story that Malefor was a Christian. He desperately wanted Malefor to be a true Christian. He wanted an ally against Arendelle."
4610,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=50,2014-11-26T13:06:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"""Master..."" Cynder had said.<br/>""What? It the Empire united?"" Malefor aksed<br/>""Not quite, The Forgotten Realms and Arendelle are holding on for dear life"" Cynder replied.<br/>""Then I suggest you invade Arendelle now."" Malefor stated.<br/>""... but-"" Cynder started<br/>""But nothing!"" Malefor interrupted.<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">The DRE announces plans for Arendelle</span><br/>The DRE are slowly preparing for war against Arendelle, and have blocked all trade entering and leaving the country.<br/>According to them, each nation of the DRE will be reunited with the ""Monarchy"" in less than 2 months, it is advised that all nations through out the world remain on guard.</blockquote>"
4611,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=50,2014-11-26T13:32:00,Greater Weselton,"The troops in Weselton are preparing for war against Arendelle. The military chaplains are telling the troops that they will be fighting a holy war for Christ against the wicked witch from Arendelle. The Duke of Weselton decided to send a message to Malefor:<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Malefor<br/>We see you are preparing for war against the occult state of Arendelle. We are also preparing for war. This shall be a holy war against that wicked witch! God bless both our nations.<br/>Otto Friedrich, Duke of Weselton</blockquote>"
4612,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=50,2014-11-26T13:37:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Greater Weselton <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22580210#p22580210"">wrote</a>:</cite>The troops in Weselton are preparing for war against Arendelle. The military chaplains are telling the troops that they will be fighting a holy war for Christ against the wicked witch from Arendelle. The Duke of Weselton decided to send a message to Malefor:<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Malefor<br/>We see you are preparing for war against the occult state of Arendelle. We are also preparing for war. This shall be a holy war against that wicked witch! God bless both our nations.<br/>Otto Friedrich, Duke of Weselton</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Weselton<br/>I thank you for the aid of our noble and holy cause. God bless.<br/>Also, I suggest you start by helping us block Arendelle's trade<br/>Signed Malefor, The Dragon Prince</blockquote>"
4613,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=50,2014-11-26T14:48:00,Greater Weselton,The Weseltonian government did not want to do a blockade without a declaration of war. They are waiting for The Dragon Realms Empire to declare war on Arendelle.
4614,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=50,2014-11-26T17:03:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Great and Mighty Napoleon <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22578647#p22578647"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Your majesty ,Jorgen, I have everything I want to say about Warfang and Arendelle in order now.<br/>Arendelle was the first nation to break free from the DRE, and Warfang was the last. Arendelle helped Warfang declare independence, and they succeeded on the fifth anniversary of Arendelle's independence. The two nations have been close trading partners, and military allies ever since, one of the most powerful in Europe. Arendelle always acted as ""The older sister"" and was rather protective of Warfang, it was a rather... odd relationship to say the least. Now that Warfang is gone, Arendelle is a lot weaker, We might to help them, or they will fall to Malefor.<br/>Grendor, I am sorry I couldn't tell you this in person but I am currently studying the situation and need to not be interrupted.</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Grendor,<br/><br/>Thank you for this new information. I am currently inspecting the troops in Neskaupstaður, and this might come in useful later on.<br/><br/>In the meantime, I have placed my butler Henrik Bylundsson and Advisor Heinz Gnadin in your personal service. I assure you that you will be kept most safe and comfortable during your stay in Reykjavík.<br/><br/>To the peace and prosperity of Europe!<br/><br/>- Jorgen III</blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Neskaupstaður</span></span><br/><br/>Jorgen III, in the meantime, was staying at his personal residences in the city in the East side of the island. As it was a rather small port, the King decided that only two ships would be sufficient to guard it; The 22 gunner brig ISS<span style=""font-style: italic"">Vaästergötland</span>, a gift from the Swedish King, and the 70 gunner frigate ISS<span style=""font-style: italic"">Mjölnir</span>. While the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Mjölnir</span>was the more powerful of the two, the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Västergötland</span>was even more valued, as it was one of the Navy's fastest ships, capable of travelling at more than 16 knots.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">With these powerful ships at our disposal, maybe the DRE will think twice about attacking us, if they did plan to do so.</span><br/><br/><hr/><br/>OOC: Weselton, your Kaiser is in Reykjavík already."
4615,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=50,2014-11-26T17:47:00,Bunkeranlage,"OOC: DRE has given me permission to write Arendelle's actions for now, just so the RP can advance.<br/><br/>IC:<br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">OSLO, ARENDELLE</span></span><br/><br/>Queen Elsa II, a tall, proud and regal 28 year old young woman, sat at her desk and elegantly wrote edicts with graceful precision. The curtains were drawn, allowing golden sunlight to spill into the room.<br/><br/>""Your Highness!""<br/><br/>Advisor Kai Húlten, the chief Palace official, was dashing into the room, clutching a teak wood tray with a single sheet of paper on it. Elsa took the paper with her gloved fingers and scanned through it.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Warfang has fallen...</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">...Lord Malefor seized power...</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">...establishment of the second Dragon Realms Empire...</span><br/><br/>Elsa was taken aback by this news. A second Dragon Realms Empire??? And under the evil Malefor??? Before she could react, a second courtier came into the room with another document, this one declaring Weselton's intentions to side with Malefor, the ancient malefic demon. ""How could I have let this happen?"" said the Queen to herself in exasperation. Kai stooped to pick up the document that had slipped out of the Queen's fingers. ""It's not your fault, your Highness"", he consoled. ""That dastard of a Duke was bound to start more of his treachery. Even with Prince Hans hanged for his perfidy, that weedy little traitor would have seized the first opportunity to start something."" The Queen looked up. ""It's not just that, Kai"", she whispered. ""Our military is nowhere near strong enough to withstand an... an invasion by Lord Malefor. With only 39 ships, we'll be snuffed out with ease! And my power... it's nowhere near strong enough to stop the dark magic of the Dragon Realms...""<br/><br/>""So... what do you think we should do, your Highness...""<br/><br/>Elsa slammed her hand on the desk, an icy fire of determination burning in her face. ""We will fight. We will fight to the death! Send word to our Allies; Iceland, Oceasia, whatever. If Malefor wants to trample on us, I'll have him know we aren't going down without a fight! Mobilise the Navy!""<br/><br/>Within an hour, the soldiers of Arendelle were mobilised. Under the command of Grand Admiral Julius Aronsson, the Navy set off from the great port of Oslo, led by the magnificent 80 gunner man-of-war ANS<span style=""font-style: italic"">Björklund</span>. Elsa stood in the balcony, looking at the ships set off, a sad testimony of the decline of the great empire once known as Arendelle.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">May God be with us.</span><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">TO: Arendelle's Allies ((OOC: Everyone except Weselton and DRE))<br/><br/>Dear Friends, Allies, Benefactors of Arendelle,<br/><br/>I come to you in this troubled time to request aid in fighting the dark Lord Malefor, who is planning to invade our kingdom. As a minor military power, I fear that we will not be able to hold off on our own, and that many innocent lives will be lost. As such, I write to beseech all of you to come to the aid of they who have once helped you in the past, 500 years ago, during the great battle of Ancalagön. Any form of help, but particularly military, will be appreciated.<br/><br/>I salute you in this dark hour, and may God be with all of us<br/><br/>- Queen Elsa II of Arendelle</blockquote>"
4616,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=50,2014-11-26T17:53:00,The Great and Mighty Napoleon,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Jorgen, I just recieved a letter from my queen, she surrendered, this means Arendelle is the last part of the Empire remaining.<br/>I fear dark times are upon us<br/>Grendor</blockquote><br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">The Forgotten Realms has surrendered!</span>"
4617,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=50,2014-11-26T17:55:00,Bunkeranlage,"OOC: As Iceland<br/>IC:<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Grendor,<br/><br/>That is most unfortunate. If you would like a safe place to reside, I invite you to remain in Reykjavík until the circumstances are more favourable for your return.</blockquote>"
4618,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=50,2014-11-26T18:00:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">Official Declaration of War</span><br/>The Forgotten Realms has surrendered, and so I Officially declare war on Arendelle to complete my quest<br/>May I remind Arendelle that we defeated Warfang, which is a HUGE blow to you.<br/>The Dragon Prince Malefor</blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Queen Elsa II of Arendelle<br/>I am the former monarch of Warfang I urge you to fight! Malefor has nearly completed his empire and if he conquers Arendelle he will have won, and Europe will face darkness, I will do everything I can to help you, I have contained detailed plans to defeat Malefor. Please fight, don't let them win... <br/>I beg you. <br/>Christopher II of Warfang.</blockquote>"
4619,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=50,2014-11-26T18:04:00,Bunkeranlage,"OOC: As Arendelle<br/>IC:<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Christoph II,<br/><br/>I should like to inform you that I intend to fight Malefor to the death, even if it means my own. I do not fear what he can do do me. I fear what he will do to my people. If it is possible, I would like to muster as much support for the war effort against him as possible. Already, I have deployed 39 warships to defend Arendelle's coasts. Under the leadership of Grand Admiral Aronsson, I am confident of their success. <br/><br/>Also, I have begun the construction of more warships in Trondheim and Hammerfest. I am in short supply of manpower and resources, so I will appreciate any form of help, for it is not within my power to raze the ancient forests so painstakingly raised by our ancestors.<br/><br/>God Bless<br/><br/>Elsa II</blockquote>"
4620,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=50,2014-11-26T18:05:00,Kingston-Atlantis,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i236.photobucket.com/albums/ff161/moonwitch1976/800px-Flag_of_Prussia_1892-1918svg.png""/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 160%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">OFFICIAL LETTER</span><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">From the King's Advisory Office</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">ALLIANCE</span></span></div><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">From: Greater Critellardon<br/>To: Arendelle | CC: All Nations Excluding Weselton and Surrendered Nations to the DRE<br/><br/>Queen Elsa,<br/><br/>Greetings. I am King Christoph Felix V, the King of the Germanic Empire of Greater Critellardon, from the House of Felix and also incidentally, the ruler of Austrian Empire, which is now defunct under the Greater Germanic Empire.<br/><br/>I come to you to offer a military alliance for your protection, considering that the Dragon Realms Empire is targeting your weaker Scandinavian Kingdom. Do take note that our army is incredibly trained, and our navy is unparalleled in the region. We also have many natural resources hidden in the Swiss Alps and the Austrian Alps.<br/><br/>We believe that forming an alliance with us would be mutually beneficial to both nations. However, there are certain conditions in this alliance:<br/><br/>1. You allow us access to your ports.<br/>2. You grant us an unrestricted path to Finland, for us to annex.<br/>3. You open up free trade to us.<br/><br/>In return for:<br/>1. Military (Army / Navy) protection from the DRE<br/>2. State-of-the-art training<br/>3. Latest Technology in Navy<br/><br/>Thank you,<br/><br/>King Christoph Felix V</blockquote>[/quote]"
4621,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=50,2014-11-26T18:12:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Christoph Felix V,<br/><br/>Thank you for your kind help. As Finland is currently under the jurisdiction of the Russians, I am not aware of how they will respond to an annexation, but I can, hopefully, secure at least 45% of the land, as they do not use it currently. <br/><br/>Secondly, I will be able to meet all of the other conditions. If it is possible, please send 30 men-of-war and 25 brigs to the port of Bergen as quickly as possible.<br/><br/>Thank you, and God Bless you<br/><br/>- Elsa II</blockquote><br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">TO: Queen Elsa II of Arendelle,<br/><br/>As one of your closest allies, historically, I should like to come to your aid once again, in fending off the evil DRE and the perfidious Weseltonians. Unfortunately, constitutional and monarchial laws will prevent me from sending military aid. As such, I will be providing you with financial support. 200,000 krónor should suffice for now. <br/><br/>In the hopes that Oslo and Reykjavík will be able to work together with their allies for a greater prosperity and peace throughout Europe,<br/><br/>- Jorgen III, King of Iceland</blockquote>"
4622,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=50,2014-11-26T18:16:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Elsa II<br/>Thank you, I am acctually en route to Arendelle with a small force, It is all the aid I can give. I will also be giving you strategical advice for the battle if you don't mind.<br/>Even when under Malefor's thumb, Warfang still loves its older sister Arendelle<br/>Christopher II</blockquote>"
4623,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=50,2014-11-26T18:23:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Dragon Realms Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22583570#p22583570"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Elsa II<br/>Thank you, I am acctually en route to Arendelle with a small force, It is all the aid I can give. I will also be giving you strategical advice for the battle if you don't mind.<br/>Even when under Malefor's thumb, Warfang still loves its older sister Arendelle<br/>Christopher II</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC: As Arendelle<br/>IC:<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Christopher II,<br/><br/>Thank you. Your help is much appreciated.<br/><br/>- Elsa II</blockquote>"
4624,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=50,2014-11-26T18:30:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"Christopher II arrived at Arendelle and requested to meet with the queen.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, Cynder led Malefor's army to Arendelle<br/>""They are weak without Warfang"" Cynder stated.<br/>""But Elsa's powers?"" Said Gaul concerned.<br/>""Means nothing! We are attacking by air and we have faced worse than storm this snow princess can make! Come, Today Malefor's Empire will be united, for we outnumber them by Millions""<br/>(OOC: Don't worry, the more of them there are, the stupider they are."
4625,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=50,2014-11-26T18:32:00,Greater Weselton,The Kaiser approached the King of Iceland. He shook his hand and thanked him for supporting Weselton. He then sat down.
4626,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=50,2014-11-26T18:35:00,Bunkeranlage,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Neskaupstaður</span></span><br/><br/>Jorgen III had pledged his support to Arendelle's cause. However, one question remained; Could they withstand an attack from Malefor's DRE? Even with the waters surrounding Reykjavík fortified and practically walled off with warships, there was no telling what gargantuan evil the Prince of Dragons was capable of. Engartennur whimpered softly as dark clouds gathered around the skies of Neskaupstaður, sending peals of thunder booming across the vast emptiness of the open ocean and the port. The<span style=""font-style: italic"">Västergötland</span>bounced slightly as the water began to roil beneath her, and the trees whipped all over as a violent wind charged the port. The King slammed the windows shut, lighting candles in the room and sitting down on the sofa that he slept on every night during his stay here, scribbling a little dragon on a sketch pad he hid under the cushions.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">TO: Christoph Felix V,<br/><br/>Are you able to meet me in Neskaupstaður instead of Reykjavík? The circumstances have been a little difficult recently, and I can't return to Reykjavik just yet.<br/><br/>- Jorgen III</blockquote>"
4627,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=50,2014-11-26T18:37:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote><div><cite>Greater Weselton <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22583818#p22583818"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Kaiser approached the King of Iceland. He shook his hand and thanked him for supporting Weselton. He then sat down.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC: For the sake of continuity, let's just assume the Kaiser went to Neskaupstaður instead of Reykjavik.<br/><br/>IC:<br/><br/>""Good afternoon, your excellency. Apologies for the sudden storm, it's like that"", said Jorgen. Pouring the Kaiser a glass of Liebfraumilch, he pulled a chair out from the table and invited him to sit.<br/><br/>""So, I hear that the DRE has recently annexed more land for themselves. What have you to say on this matter?"""
4628,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=75,2014-11-26T18:40:00,Greater Weselton,"The Kaiser replied, ""We like how they are taking actions against Arendelle. Arendelle is an evil occult state. The Dragon Realms Empire is a Christian state. They are fighting for the glory of God against that evil witch. We will help them militarily invade Arendelle."""
4629,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=75,2014-11-26T18:43:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote><div><cite>Greater Weselton <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22583946#p22583946"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Kaiser replied, ""We like how they are taking actions against Arendelle. Arendelle is an evil occult state. The Dragon Realms Empire is a Christian state. They are fighting for the glory of God against that evil witch. We will help them militarily invade Arendelle.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""If Arendelle is an occult state, why does their Queen sign off with ""May God Bless us all""? Furthermore, I have personally visited Arendelle in my youth, when accompanying my father Olafúr VII on diplomatic trips. I have seen their leaders praying in Catholic churches, Lutheran churches and any other Christian establishment you may expect.""<br/><br/>""But that is besides the point. Now that Arendelle has mobilised her troops (at this point, Jorgen III shows the Kaiser Elsa II's letter to Arendelle's allies), you will not be let off so easily."""
4630,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=75,2014-11-26T18:45:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,OOC: *Cough* Arendelle needs to respond *cough*
4631,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=75,2014-11-26T18:48:00,Greater Weselton,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22583984#p22583984"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Greater Weselton <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22583946#p22583946"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Kaiser replied, ""We like how they are taking actions against Arendelle. Arendelle is an evil occult state. The Dragon Realms Empire is a Christian state. They are fighting for the glory of God against that evil witch. We will help them militarily invade Arendelle.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""If Arendelle is an occult state, why does their Queen sign off with ""May God Bless us all""? Furthermore, I have personally visited Arendelle in my youth, when accompanying my father Olafúr VII on diplomatic trips. I have seen their leaders praying in Catholic churches, Lutheran churches and any other Christian establishment you may expect.""<br/><br/>""But that is besides the point. Now that Arendelle has mobilised her troops (at this point, Jorgen III shows the Kaiser Elsa II's letter to Arendelle's allies), you will not be let off so easily.""</div></blockquote><br/>The Kaiser replied, ""I didn't know they did that. If they are really Christian, why does their Queen practice magic? Doesn't she know magic is a sin? Why did she cease business with our nation? We need to have a talk with Elsa. We will do that before any war decision is made."""
4632,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=75,2014-11-26T18:50:00,Bunkeranlage,"OOC: As Arendelle<br/>IC:<br/><br/>On Queen Elsa II's orders, The IX and X Brigade has been mobilised to defend Arendelle from the south. In the meantime, the ANS<span style=""font-style: italic"">Björklund</span>and the fleet accompanying her has been engaging DRE vessels, and has been rather successful thus far, having sunk 7 DRE vessels and keeping the rest under lockdown. The Icelandic frigate ISS<span style=""font-style: italic"">Valhalla</span>is also patrolling the coasts of Arendelle, with orders to sink any DRE vessel on sight, without warning."
4633,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=75,2014-11-26T18:51:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22584076#p22584076"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: As Arendelle<br/>IC:<br/><br/>On Queen Elsa II's orders, The IX and X Brigade has been mobilised to defend Arendelle from the south. In the meantime, the ANS <span style=""font-style: italic"">Björklund</span> and the fleet accompanying her has been engaging DRE vessels, and has been rather successful thus far, having sunk 7 DRE vessels and keeping the rest under lockdown. The Icelandic frigate ISS <span style=""font-style: italic"">Valhalla</span> is also patrolling the coasts of Arendelle, with orders to sink any DRE vessel on sight, without warning.</div></blockquote><br/><blockquote><div><cite>The Dragon Realms Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22583782#p22583782"">wrote</a>:</cite>Christopher II arrived at Arendelle and requested to meet with the queen.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, Cynder led Malefor's army to Arendelle<br/>""They are weak without Warfang"" Cynder stated.<br/>""But Elsa's powers?"" Said Gaul concerned.<br/>""Means nothing! We are attacking by air and we have faced worse than storm this snow princess can make! Come, Today Malefor's Empire will be united, for we outnumber them by Millions""<br/>(OOC: Don't worry, the more of them there are, the stupider they are.</div></blockquote>"
4634,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=75,2014-11-26T18:56:00,Bunkeranlage,"OOC: As Arendelle<br/>IC:<br/><br/>""Your Highness, King Christopher II of the former Warfang Empire!""<br/><br/>Elsa hurriedly thrust her bare hand back into her glove and turned around to face the recently deposed King. ""Good evening, your Excellency,"" she said, with an air of dignity. ""Please, have a seat."" She proceeded to pour two glasses of Norwegian glögg, the piercing aroma permeating the reception room of Arendelle's palace.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>""I cannot speak for Elsa, nor can I vouch for her use of magic or denounce it. You can believe what you wish, your Excellency. That is not a reason to start conflict, though. I cannot arrange a meeting with Queen Elsa for you, but I can accommodate you for the time being.""<br/><br/>With that, Jorgen called the butler over and asked for dinner."
4635,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=75,2014-11-26T18:57:00,Greater Weselton,"The Kaiser sent an emergency message to Queen Elsa:<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Queen Elsa II of Arendelle<br/>Is Arendelle really a Christian nation? If so, why do you practice magic? The Bible defines practicing magic as a sin. Why do you also have triangles on your ice castle and your snow monster? Those are symbols of the Illuminati. We want to support you.<br/>Kaiser Wilhelm II of Weselton</blockquote>"
4636,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=75,2014-11-26T19:01:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22584172#p22584172"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: As Arendelle<br/>IC:<br/><br/>""Your Highness, King Christopher II of the former Warfang Empire!""<br/><br/>Elsa hurriedly thrust her bare hand back into her glove and turned around to face the recently deposed King. ""Good evening, your Excellency,"" she said, with an air of dignity. ""Please, have a seat."" She proceeded to pour two glasses of Norwegian glögg, the piercing aroma permeating the reception room of Arendelle's palace.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>""I cannot speak for Elsa, nor can I vouch for her use of magic or denounce it. You can believe what you wish, your Excellency. That is not a reason to start conflict, though. I cannot arrange a meeting with Queen Elsa for you, but I can accommodate you for the time being."" <br/><br/>With that, Jorgen called the butler over and asked for dinner.</div></blockquote><br/>""First I would like to warn you that the DRE's navy is a diversion, and that they are actually attacking by air."" Christopher warned.<br/>""Now, for us to have a chance I want you to have a full understanding of everything. So Is there anything you wish to know?"""
4637,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=75,2014-11-26T19:02:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote><div><cite>Greater Weselton <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22584188#p22584188"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Kaiser sent an emergency message to Queen Elsa:<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Queen Elsa II of Arendelle<br/>Is Arendelle really a Christian nation? If so, why do you practice magic? The Bible defines practicing magic as a sin. Why do you also have triangles on your ice castle and your snow monster? Those are symbols of the Illuminati. We want to support you.<br/>Kaiser Wilhelm II of Weselton</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC: As Arendelle<br/>IC:<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">TO: the Kaiser of Weselton<br/><br/>Most esteemed comrade, <br/><br/>I see that you are concerned over my religion. I should like to assure you that I am a devout Methodist. I would also like to take this opportunity to inform you that I do not practice sorcery or witchcraft. It may be hard to explain over telegram, but if you can come over to Arendelle, I can arrange a meeting with you.<br/><br/>As for the triangle symbolism, it isn't related to the Illuminati in any way whatsoever. <br/><br/>Firstly, the Illuminati is not an evil organisation. They campaign for beneficial systems like state secularism and women's rights. <br/>Secondly, triangles are not related to the Illuminati. Water, as a mineral, forms hexagonal crystals, hence triangles will be very common.<br/><br/>God Bless<br/><br/>- Elsa II</blockquote>"
4638,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=75,2014-11-26T19:04:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Dragon Realms Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22584240#p22584240"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22584172#p22584172"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: As Arendelle<br/>IC:<br/><br/>""Your Highness, King Christopher II of the former Warfang Empire!""<br/><br/>Elsa hurriedly thrust her bare hand back into her glove and turned around to face the recently deposed King. ""Good evening, your Excellency,"" she said, with an air of dignity. ""Please, have a seat."" She proceeded to pour two glasses of Norwegian glögg, the piercing aroma permeating the reception room of Arendelle's palace.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>""I cannot speak for Elsa, nor can I vouch for her use of magic or denounce it. You can believe what you wish, your Excellency. That is not a reason to start conflict, though. I cannot arrange a meeting with Queen Elsa for you, but I can accommodate you for the time being."" <br/><br/>With that, Jorgen called the butler over and asked for dinner.</div></blockquote><br/>""First I would like to warn you that the DRE's navy is a diversion, and that they are actually attacking by air."" Christopher warned.<br/>""Now, for us to have a chance I want you to have a full understanding of everything. So Is there anything you wish to know?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""By air?"" Elsa leaned back. ""If the Arendelle Navy can at least hold back their ships, I can hopefully gain the support of Iceland and their dragon air force. My father, Römendácil IV, witnessed the Icelandic dragons in flight, and he described them as a force to be reckoned with. So, if we can secure the Icelander's dragons, how would you predict the war will turn out?"""
4639,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=75,2014-11-26T19:07:00,Greater Weselton,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Queen Elsa II of Arendelle<br/>I wish to visit Arendelle. I will sail to Arendelle from Iceland right now. I wish to speak to you. God bless you.<br/>Kaiser Wilhelm II of Weselton</blockquote>"
4640,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=75,2014-11-26T19:09:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"""Well, this depends. If Cynder takes the field, We will have to be very clever to survive, but without Cynder, Iceland will be more than enough to stop them"" Christopher said. ""Cynder is a powerful Dragon almost as powerful as the Dragon Prince himself, and she is practically unstoppable, except for one weakness, Convexity..."""
4641,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=75,2014-11-26T19:13:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Dragon Realms Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22584357#p22584357"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Well, this depends. If Cynder takes the field, We will have to be very clever to survive, but without Cynder, Iceland will be more than enough to stop them"" Christopher said. ""Cynder is a powerful Dragon almost as powerful as the Dragon Prince himself, and she is practically unstoppable, except for one weakness, Convexity...""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC: As Iceland<br/>IC:<br/><br/>Jorgen flew on Engartennur's back, heading for Reykjavík at a breakneck speed. A message had, apparently, arrived from Arendelle, requesting the assistance of Iceland's dragon air force. While the constitutional laws forbade large scale military interventions by the navy, the Air Force was not an official military branch, and could therefore be mobilised to aid Arendelle. On reaching Reykjavík, Jorgen III gave the order that 800 dragon riders were to be mobilised to defend Arendelle from the DRE's dragons."
4642,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=75,2014-11-26T19:14:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote><div><cite>Greater Weselton <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22584334#p22584334"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Queen Elsa II of Arendelle<br/>I wish to visit Arendelle. I will sail to Arendelle from Iceland right now. I wish to speak to you. God bless you.<br/>Kaiser Wilhelm II of Weselton</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Kaiser Wilhelm,<br/><br/>I may not trust you, mostly as a result of your Duke's perfidy, but as a former trade partner, I am obliged to accommodate you.<br/><br/>Further discussion will be left to our actual meeting.<br/><br/>- Elsa II</blockquote>"
4643,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=75,2014-11-26T19:16:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"""So Iceland is opposing us... Little do they know that I am the second most powerful dragon in the world, the first being my master. This should be fun..."" Cynder had said ready for Iceland's forces."
4644,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=75,2014-11-26T19:17:00,Kingston-Atlantis,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i236.photobucket.com/albums/ff161/moonwitch1976/800px-Flag_of_Prussia_1892-1918svg.png""/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 160%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">OFFICIAL LETTER</span><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">From the King's Advisory Office</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">SUMMIT</span></span></div><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">From: Greater Critellardon<br/>To: Iceland<br/><br/>King Jorgen III<br/><br/>I understand your current disposition. Thus, I will make my way to Neskaupstaður immediately. I am also bringing a fleet of ships to Iceland to be stationed there for protection. With your outstanding air force and our superb navy, we will become a force to be reckoned with.<br/><br/>On another note, I ask why you are meeting with... *cough* our enemies to the east. I warn you now that they are radicals and cannot be trusted. They have broken almost every single peace treaty between us.<br/><br/>I hope that you can choose your allies wisely.<br/><br/>Thank you,<br/><br/>King Christoph Felix V</blockquote>"
4645,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=75,2014-11-26T19:19:00,Bunkeranlage,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">REYKJAVÍK</span></span><br/><br/>As promised, 800 dragon riders set off towards Oslo, flying beyond Mach 2. Smoke trailed from Eyjafjallajökull, which was ripped apart by the riders headed for Oslo. In the meantime, the Navy continued to engage enemy ships, always anticipating the reappearance of the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Flying Dutchman</span>."
4646,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=75,2014-11-26T19:20:00,Greater Weselton,"The Kaiser told the King of Iceland that he no longer planned war with Arendelle. He said that he was going to a personal meeting with Queen Elsa. He thanked the King for receiving him and left on a ship for Arendelle. He also sent a message to Chief of the General Staff Alfred von Schlieffen telling him to cancel plans for war against Arendelle for the time being. He sent a message to Malefor telling him that he would no longer assist in war against Arendelle:<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Malefor<br/>We will no longer be assisting you in war against Arendelle. We have heard that Queen Elsa is not a witch and in fact a Christian. We no longer feel war against Arendelle is necessary.<br/>Kaiser Wilhelm II of Weselton</blockquote>"
4647,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=75,2014-11-26T19:21:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kingston-Atlantis <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22584471#p22584471"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center"">(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i236.photobucket.com/albums/ff161/moonwitch1976/800px-Flag_of_Prussia_1892-1918svg.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 160%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">OFFICIAL LETTER</span><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">From the King's Advisory Office</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">SUMMIT</span></span></div><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">From: Greater Critellardon<br/>To: Iceland<br/><br/>King Jorgen III<br/><br/>I understand your current disposition. Thus, I will make my way to Neskaupstaður immediately. I am also bringing a fleet of ships to Iceland to be stationed there for protection. With your outstanding air force and our superb navy, we will become a force to be reckoned with.<br/><br/>On another note, I ask why you are meeting with... *cough* our enemies to the east. I warn you now that they are radicals and cannot be trusted. They have broken almost every single peace treaty between us.<br/><br/>I hope that you can choose your allies wisely.<br/><br/>Thank you,<br/><br/>King Christoph Felix V</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/>On receiving the letter, Jorgen III mounted the reluctant Night Fury and flew back to the Eastern city.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Christoph Felix V,<br/><br/>I attempted to convince the Kaiser of his folly, but to no avail. He insisted on visiting Elsa himself. I know better than to trust him so easily. <br/><br/>- Jorgen III</blockquote>"
4648,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=75,2014-11-26T19:26:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"Cynder flew quickly through the air, and landed in Arendelle.<br/>""I am Cynder, General of Malefor's army, and I claim Arendelle in the name of The Dragon Realms Empire Monarchy! All who dare to oppose this will face ME!""<br/>Cynder said, hoping to gain Arendelle's surrender before innocent blood was spilt."
4649,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=75,2014-11-26T19:27:00,Shark isle,"President Omar took a look fat the letter from Arendelle and sighed. The queen, Elsa was requesting military aid but he could not provide it for her because like Aredelle his country's army was small because his Nation was only three years old. As he sat wondering what to do he had a idea. He would invite the King of Iceland over to Abmen for a diplomatic meeting. He than sent a letter to the King of Iceland requesting a diplomatic meeting.<br/>Meanwhile<br/>Hector walked into his manor. He just came back from a game of golf and he was in a bad mood. He went into the hidden room with the mirror and said into it, "" Malefore what is your next command?"""
4650,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=75,2014-11-26T19:29:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Shark isle <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22584657#p22584657"">wrote</a>:</cite>President Omar took a look fat the letter from Arendelle and sighed. The queen, Elsa was requesting military aid but he could not provide it for her because like Aredelle his country's army was small because his Nation was only three years old. As he sat wondering what to do he had a idea. He would invite the King of Iceland over to Abmen for a diplomatic meeting. He than sent a letter to the King of Iceland requesting a diplomatic meeting. <br/>Meanwhile<br/>Hector walked into his manor. He just came back from a game of golf and he was in a bad mood. He went into the hidden room with the mirror and said into it, "" Malefore what is your next command?""</div></blockquote><br/>""Hmm, convince your president to stay OUT of this war with Arendelle, that should suffice for now"""
4651,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=75,2014-11-26T19:30:00,Greater Weselton,The Kaiser heard of The Dragon Realms Empire's invasion of Arendelle via a report on the ship. He was still ambitious to visit Arendelle and speak to Queen Elsa. He didn't care how dangerous it was.
4652,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=75,2014-11-26T19:34:00,Bunkeranlage,"OOC: On my phone, barely one liners will have to do for now.<br/><br/>IC: Jorgen made plans for Omar to travel to Iceland quickly. In the meantime, Elsa and her battalions in Oslo continued to fight with Cynder."
4653,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=100,2014-11-26T19:39:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22584745#p22584745"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: On my phone, barely one liners will have to do for now. <br/><br/>IC: Jorgen made plans for Omar to travel to Iceland quickly. In the meantime, Elsa and her battalions in Oslo continued to fight with Cynder.</div></blockquote><br/>Cynder Unleashed a powerful attack affecting her opponents. Not enough to kill them, only stun them.<br/>""Tell me, why do you resist when you know you cannot win? Queen Elsa, I urge you to spare the lives of your men and surrender. Malefor shows mercy to those that comply"" Cynder said, hoping to end the battle peacefully.<br/>Meanwhile,<br/>""Normal attacks won't work against Cynder, only magic will. Queen Elsa, I will go and fight her, you stay here where it is safe"" Christopher said quickly."
4654,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=100,2014-11-26T19:43:00,Kingston-Atlantis,"<blockquote><div><cite>Shark isle <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22584657#p22584657"">wrote</a>:</cite>President Omar took a look fat the letter from Arendelle and sighed. The queen, Elsa was requesting military aid but he could not provide it for her because like Aredelle his country's army was small because his Nation was only three years old. As he sat wondering what to do he had a idea. He would invite the King of Iceland over to Abmen for a diplomatic meeting. He than sent a letter to the King of Iceland requesting a diplomatic meeting. <br/>Meanwhile<br/>Hector walked into his manor. He just came back from a game of golf and he was in a bad mood. He went into the hidden room with the mirror and said into it, "" Malefore what is your next command?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC: It is impossible that you can go from Madagascar to Europe so quickly. Please wait for approx 3 days in real life before making your next move."
4655,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=100,2014-11-26T19:45:00,Bunkeranlage,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">OSLO</span></span><br/><br/>Queen Elsa pulled her gloves off and seized a hidden sword under her table. ""If it comforts you, your Excellency, I can defend myself. I'll, however, leave it to you for now. You seem to know what's best."" As Christoph headed out of the door, Kai and the 4 other guards bolted the doors and took out crossbows. Just then, a scream could be heard from outside, ""The Icelanders are here!"" Indeed, for a Monstrous Nightmare landed outside the window, his rider seizing a rifle and firing into the sky, crippling a DRE dragon."
4656,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=100,2014-11-26T19:46:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kingston-Atlantis <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22584840#p22584840"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Shark isle <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22584657#p22584657"">wrote</a>:</cite>President Omar took a look fat the letter from Arendelle and sighed. The queen, Elsa was requesting military aid but he could not provide it for her because like Aredelle his country's army was small because his Nation was only three years old. As he sat wondering what to do he had a idea. He would invite the King of Iceland over to Abmen for a diplomatic meeting. He than sent a letter to the King of Iceland requesting a diplomatic meeting. <br/>Meanwhile<br/>Hector walked into his manor. He just came back from a game of golf and he was in a bad mood. He went into the hidden room with the mirror and said into it, "" Malefore what is your next command?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC: It is impossible that you can go from Madagascar to Europe so quickly. Please wait for approx 3 days in real life before making your next move.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC:When does he mention going to Europe?"
4657,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=100,2014-11-26T19:52:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22584868#p22584868"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">OSLO</span></span><br/><br/>Queen Elsa pulled her gloves off and seized a hidden sword under her table. ""If it comforts you, your Excellency, I can defend myself. I'll, however, leave it to you for now. You seem to know what's best."" As Christoph headed out of the door, Kai and the 4 other guards bolted the doors and took out crossbows. Just then, a scream could be heard from outside, ""The Icelanders are here!"" Indeed, for a Monstrous Nightmare landed outside the window, his rider seizing a rifle and firing into the sky, crippling a DRE dragon.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Neskaupstaður</span></span><br/><br/>In the meantime, Christoph Felix had arrived in Iceland, and Jorgen III welcomed him in, bringing him into the castle.</div></blockquote><br/>Christopher drew out his sword, magically powered by a purple crystal, He struck Cynder, who then let out a roar, and swung at him. They continued at this for about an hour with neither side gaining the upper hand until Christopher was hit with fireball from Cynder, who now stood over him.<br/>""You were a worthy opponent, but for my master, I have to kill you, it is shame, Malefor would have put that talent to use."" Cynder said."
4658,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=100,2014-11-26T20:31:00,Kingston-Atlantis,OOC: Lol how did my king fight the dragon?
4659,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=100,2014-11-26T20:37:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kingston-Atlantis <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22585532#p22585532"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: Lol how did my king fight the dragon?</div></blockquote><br/>OOC Christopher of Warfang, not critell."
4660,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=100,2014-11-27T03:02:00,Bunkeranlage,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">REYKJAVÍK</span></span><br/><br/>Reykjavík was under a state of heightened security. Policemen riding Deadly Nadders patrolled the streets day and night, while huge warships barricaded entry to the magnificent port. The marketplace was just as noisy as usual, with people buying and selling their wares. The only difference was the Warning posters, alerting all citizens to be extra careful and to have emergency provisions at the ready should an assault take place. The same was in effect in all the major southern cities and villages.<br/><br/>Jorgen III, in his personal castle in Neskaupstaður, eagerly awaited the arrival of Christoph Felix V. It would mean that he had met with three European leaders thus far. Standing in the balcony, his long black hair flowing in the wind, the King looked upon the seemingly unimportant port, as the civilians went about their business. The storm the previous day had died down, and the port was now calm again, albeit with some occasional pieces of rubbish fluttering about. ""If Malefor intends to attack us"", he said to his advisors over dinner, ""he's going to get pricked in the foot. Gather roses- expect thorns!""<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">OSLO</span></span><br/><br/>Before Cynder could kill Christopher, however, she was struck in the shoulder by a sword, a sword made of ice. Elsa had come out of the room and, using her power, conjured up an ice sword and hurled it at the dragon. It buried itself deep into Cynder's collarbone, before shattering inside.<br/><br/>""You will not have this kingdom so easily,"" she screamed at the dragon, who was howling in agony.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, Kai was busy sending telegraph messages to every single one of the 17 remaining battalions to return to Oslo as soon as possible. They would make up 2,500 men altogether, barely enough to hold off the large invading force, but it would suffice. For now."
4661,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=100,2014-11-27T04:58:00,Oceasian Scandinavia,"WHAT?! The DRE is attacking Arendelle? I want 1/3 of our navy heading there right now!"" Johannesen said.<br/>""But sir, what about Dante's Freezer? The island would be easily invaded by the DRE. ACtually, no, the country would be easily invaded by the DRE if that happens."" The commander said.<br/>""Queen Elsa is our main priority right now! Her magic may be the only thing powerful enough to stop Malefor."" Johannesen said.<br/><br/>Just then, an advisor came into the room with urgent news.<br/><br/>""Sir, the Kraken is gone!"" The advisor said.<br/>""What do you mean it's gone?! Do you know where it's headed?"" Johannesen said.<br/>""It was last spotted by ONS Indominus a few hours ago. It appears to be headed somewhere east."" The advisor replied.<br/>""East? I may have a clue to where it's going. Now, commander Wayne, get 1/3 of the navy going to Arendelle! And get me on board the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Tirano</span>!""<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">From: OS<br/>To: Critellardon<br/><br/>We have agreed to all of the conditions of your request, as we feel that it would be beneficial to both of our nations.</blockquote><br/><br/>Meanwhile, navy ships begin to sail off from the country, heading towards Arendelle. They form something like stepping stones. The PM himself is on board ONS Tirano. Besides protecting Arendelle, thay are also searching for the missing Kraken, also heading east. There have been news of Weselton getting their forces on standby mode, ready in case their needed to wage war against Arendelle. The PM enjoys the ocean. He himself doesn't know why. However, his moment of having fun is interrupted when commander Wayne interrupted him.<br/><br/>""Sir, The Forgotten Realms have surrendered to the DRE."" The commander said.<br/>The PM is speechless, he nearly fell overboard. Luckily, the commander rescued him just in time.<br/>""So, IF Arendelle got conquered, and that's a big IF, we would be their final target. Right, this is getting a little bit too thrilling for me."" The PM said."
4662,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=100,2014-11-27T08:44:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22588916#p22588916"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">REYKJAVÍK</span></span><br/><br/>Reykjavík was under a state of heightened security. Policemen riding Deadly Nadders patrolled the streets day and night, while huge warships barricaded entry to the magnificent port. The marketplace was just as noisy as usual, with people buying and selling their wares. The only difference was the Warning posters, alerting all citizens to be extra careful and to have emergency provisions at the ready should an assault take place. The same was in effect in all the major southern cities and villages. <br/><br/>Jorgen III, in his personal castle in Neskaupstaður, eagerly awaited the arrival of Christoph Felix V. It would mean that he had met with three European leaders thus far. Standing in the balcony, his long black hair flowing in the wind, the King looked upon the seemingly unimportant port, as the civilians went about their business. The storm the previous day had died down, and the port was now calm again, albeit with some occasional pieces of rubbish fluttering about. ""If Malefor intends to attack us"", he said to his advisors over dinner, ""he's going to get pricked in the foot. Gather roses- expect thorns!""<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">OSLO</span></span><br/><br/>Before Cynder could kill Christopher, however, she was struck in the shoulder by a sword, a sword made of ice. Elsa had come out of the room and, using her power, conjured up an ice sword and hurled it at the dragon. It buried itself deep into Cynder's collarbone, before shattering inside. <br/><br/>""You will not have this kingdom so easily,"" she screamed at the dragon, who was howling in agony. <br/><br/>Meanwhile, Kai was busy sending telegraph messages to every single one of the 17 remaining battalions to return to Oslo as soon as possible. They would make up 2,500 men altogether, barely enough to hold off the large invading force, but it would suffice. For now.</div></blockquote><br/>Cynder managed to recover.<br/>""Why do you all insist on fighting for a hopeless cause, do you think it will make a difference? I don't get it..."" Cynder said.<br/>""And you never will."" Christopher snapped back.<br/>""And it will lead to your early grave""'<br/>Then Cynder pounced at Elsa, who shot an icy blast at her.<br/>""Silly little girl..."" Cynder said.<br/>Then Cynder got struck in the leg with Christopher's sword. With a Convexity barrier, Cynder was stunned.<br/>Christopher than ran up to Elsa.<br/>""thank you."" he said.<br/><br/>Meanwhile<br/>""So... This is Dante's Freezer."" Gaul said.<br/>""You have your orders, go out and take it by force!"" Gaul ordered.<br/>Then, an overwhelmingly large army began to take Dante's Freezer, but it has a natural defense, when invaded by those of evil nature, it turns into a Frozen wasteland, harsher than any single one Elsa could make. Sadly though, Gaul was prepared."
4663,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=100,2014-11-27T10:31:00,Greater Weselton,The Kaiser arrived in Arendelle. He saw that it was under attack from Malefor's forces. He still wanted to see Elsa. He quickly rushed to the castle and knocked on the door. He hoped admittance and protection from Queen Elsa.
4664,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=100,2014-11-27T11:03:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Greater Weselton <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22591207#p22591207"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Kaiser arrived in Arendelle. He saw that it was under attack from Malefor's forces. He still wanted to see Elsa. He quickly rushed to the castle and knocked on the door. He hoped admittance and protection from Queen Elsa.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: I am going to assume you meant protection FOR queen Elsa, not from.<br/>IC: just as Cynder recovered, a messenger from the Capital of the DRE arrived.<br/>""General, There is an uprising in various villages North of the Capital, His Highness has ordered all troops invading Arendelle to come back, as the local law enforcement has been unable to do anything and are losing number."" The Messenger.<br/>""Humph, Thank your lucky stars."" Cynder said to Christopher and Elsa before ordering a full withdrawal."
4665,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=100,2014-11-27T11:12:00,Greater Weselton,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Dragon Realms Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22591554#p22591554"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Greater Weselton <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22591207#p22591207"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Kaiser arrived in Arendelle. He saw that it was under attack from Malefor's forces. He still wanted to see Elsa. He quickly rushed to the castle and knocked on the door. He hoped admittance and protection from Queen Elsa.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: I am going to assume you meant protection FOR queen Elsa, not from.<br/>IC: just as Cynder recovered, a messenger from the Capital of the DRE arrived.<br/>""General, There is an uprising in various villages North of the Capital, His Highness has ordered all troops invading Arendelle to come back, as the local law enforcement has been unable to do anything and are losing number."" The Messenger.<br/>""Humph, Thank your lucky stars."" Cynder said to Christopher and Elsa before ordering a full withdrawal.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: I mean to be protected from the war by Elsa."
4666,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=100,2014-11-27T13:27:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"The DRE had successfully captured Dante's Freezer, and constructed a huge Fortress around the island trapping everyone inside. Gaul had the prisoner and Dragon council member Volteer, imprisoned there.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, A purple Dragon, named Spyro was discovered in a Swamp, and was part of the uprising, he had reached the Sacred Dragon Temple and reclaimed it with the help of Dragon council member, Ignitus. Anti Dragon Realms Empire Sentiment spread throughout the Empire and uprisings were everywhere.<br/>Cynder had to do something. She contacted her master.<br/>""Master... We lost at Arendelle..."" Cynder said fearfully.<br/>""I saw the whole thing. I am impressed with both Christopher, and Elsa. They are both powerful, almost as strong as a dragon."" Malefor replied.<br/>""What should I do?"" Cynder asked.<br/>""Build up an army at Dante's Freezer, one strong enough to kill Elsa. She is the more magically powerful of the two."" Malefor ordered.<br/>""Yes master"" Cynder said."
4667,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=100,2014-11-27T14:31:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Greater Weselton <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22584515#p22584515"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Kaiser told the King of Iceland that he no longer planned war with Arendelle. He said that he was going to a personal meeting with Queen Elsa. He thanked the King for receiving him and left on a ship for Arendelle. He also sent a message to Chief of the General Staff Alfred von Schlieffen telling him to cancel plans for war against Arendelle for the time being. He sent a message to Malefor telling him that he would no longer assist in war against Arendelle:<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Malefor<br/>We will no longer be assisting you in war against Arendelle. We have heard that Queen Elsa is not a witch and in fact a Christian. We no longer feel war against Arendelle is necessary.<br/>Kaiser Wilhelm II of Weselton</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To Wilhelm:<br/>What if I proved to you that She had magic?<br/>The Dragon Prince Malefor</blockquote>"
4668,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=100,2014-11-27T14:33:00,Greater Weselton,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Malefor<br/>Prove she has magic. She appears to be a devout Christian. She even said she was a devout Christian. I need proof.<br/>Kaiser Wilhelm II of Weselton</blockquote>"
4669,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=100,2014-11-27T14:35:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Greater Weselton <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22593876#p22593876"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Malefor<br/>Prove she has magic. She appears to be a devout Christian. She even said she was a devout Christian. I need proof.<br/>Kaiser Wilhelm II of Weselton</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Wilhelm<br/>She has defeated my own right hand, Cynder.<br/>And Cynder is immune to all but magical attacks. So how could she have won without magic.<br/>The Dragon Prince Malefor</blockquote>"
4670,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=100,2014-11-27T14:43:00,Greater Weselton,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Dragon Realms Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22593893#p22593893"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Greater Weselton <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22593876#p22593876"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Malefor<br/>Prove she has magic. She appears to be a devout Christian. She even said she was a devout Christian. I need proof.<br/>Kaiser Wilhelm II of Weselton</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Wilhelm<br/>She has defeated my own right hand, Cynder.<br/>And Cynder is immune to all but magical attacks. So how could she have won without magic.<br/>The Dragon Prince Malefor</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Malefor<br/>I see she does practice magic. She may have been fooling me this whole time. I need to have a serious discussion with her. May you continue to expose darkness in this world.<br/>Kaiser Wilhelm II of Weselton</blockquote><br/>The Kaiser also sent a message to his pastor the Reverend Johannes Gerstenberg:<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Rev. Johannes Gerstenberg<br/>I am in Arendelle right now with their possible witch Queen. She claims to be Christian, but she practices magic. I need you to come to Arendelle to speak to her. God bless you.<br/>Kaiser Wilhelm II</blockquote>"
4671,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=100,2014-11-27T14:48:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"The rebellion in Warfang was beginning to die down thanks to Cynder, who was now ready to begin building an army in Dante's Freezer.<br/>Gaul would lead the second assault on Arendelle.<br/><br/><br/>""Red! Come to me!"" Gaul ordered.<br/>""By your command Lord Gaul."" Red said.<br/>""Bring the first wave in"" Gaul ordered.<br/>""Yes sire"" Red replied."
4672,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=100,2014-11-27T15:51:00,Bunkeranlage,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">NESKAUPSTAÐUR</span></span><br/><br/>King Jorgen III continued to await the arrival of the Critellardon Monarch. It had been a long time, and the wait was most worrying.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Could something have happened to him?</span>The possibilities were endless. A messenger had recently revealed that Malefor's armies were attacking the former lands of OS and annexing them to recreate the DRE.<br/><br/>""If we're not careful, we could be next...""<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">OSLO</span></span><br/><br/>The DRE dragons had suddenly left the ruined city, sparing the remaining soldiers and allies. Out of the 17 battalions that arrived, however, only 9 survived the attack. The remaining men got round to clearing the bodies and rubble, while the central government sought to find as many allies as possible.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">TO: The Kaiser of Weselton,<br/><br/>Unfortunately, our meeting will have to wait, for I have more important business to attend to with Jorgen III of Iceland. Should you have any administrative requests, you may approach my advisor Kai Húlten.<br/><br/>I understand you have some doubts regarding my powers. I have only two things to say to you.<br/><br/>1. Can Satan drive out Satan?<br/>2. Would you be willing to betray one ""magical"" being to serve another?<br/><br/>Yours Faithfully<br/><br/>- Elsa II</blockquote>"
4673,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=100,2014-11-27T16:13:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22594514#p22594514"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">NESKAUPSTAÐUR</span></span><br/><br/>King Jorgen III continued to await the arrival of the Critellardon Monarch. It had been a long time, and the wait was most worrying. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Could something have happened to him?</span> The possibilities were endless. A messenger had recently revealed that Malefor's armies were attacking the former lands of OS and annexing them to recreate the DRE. <br/><br/>""If we're not careful, we could be next...""<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">OSLO</span></span><br/><br/>The DRE dragons had suddenly left the ruined city, sparing the remaining soldiers and allies. Out of the 17 battalions that arrived, however, only 9 survived the attack. The remaining men got round to clearing the bodies and rubble, while the central government sought to find as many allies as possible.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">TO: The Kaiser of Weselton,<br/><br/>Unfortunately, our meeting will have to wait, for I have more important business to attend to with Jorgen III of Iceland. Should you have any administrative requests, you may approach my advisor Kai Húlten.<br/><br/>I understand you have some doubts regarding my powers. I have only two things to say to you.<br/><br/>1. Can Satan drive out Satan?<br/>2. Would you be willing to betray one ""magical"" being to serve another?<br/><br/>Yours Faithfully<br/><br/>- Elsa II</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/>Christopher approached Elsa.<br/>""I heard you going to Iceland... may I come with you?""<br/><br/>Meanwhile. In Dante's Freezer<br/>Cynder watched over her army. It grew stronger day in and day out.<br/>Will it be enough? she wondered. Malefor declared Elsa the most powerful human on the planet. Was he right?"
4674,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=100,2014-11-27T16:21:00,Greater Weselton,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22594514#p22594514"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">NESKAUPSTAÐUR</span></span><br/><br/>King Jorgen III continued to await the arrival of the Critellardon Monarch. It had been a long time, and the wait was most worrying. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Could something have happened to him?</span> The possibilities were endless. A messenger had recently revealed that Malefor's armies were attacking the former lands of OS and annexing them to recreate the DRE. <br/><br/>""If we're not careful, we could be next...""<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">OSLO</span></span><br/><br/>The DRE dragons had suddenly left the ruined city, sparing the remaining soldiers and allies. Out of the 17 battalions that arrived, however, only 9 survived the attack. The remaining men got round to clearing the bodies and rubble, while the central government sought to find as many allies as possible.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">TO: The Kaiser of Weselton,<br/><br/>Unfortunately, our meeting will have to wait, for I have more important business to attend to with Jorgen III of Iceland. Should you have any administrative requests, you may approach my advisor Kai Húlten.<br/><br/>I understand you have some doubts regarding my powers. I have only two things to say to you.<br/><br/>1. Can Satan drive out Satan?<br/>2. Would you be willing to betray one ""magical"" being to serve another?<br/><br/>Yours Faithfully<br/><br/>- Elsa II</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Queen Elsa II of Arendelle<br/>Evil is evil no matter what. We will not serve anything magical.<br/>Kaiser Wilhelm II of Weselton</blockquote>"
4675,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=100,2014-11-27T16:59:00,Kingston-Atlantis,"<span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">NESKAUPSTAÐUR</span></span><br/><br/>The King was asleep, but the secretary scrambling to find the correct location on the map. ""It's the same thing that happened to our ancestors too,"" he shouted over the heavy wind. ""We Germans don't seem to have a good sense of direction in Icelandic Conditions."" The King then woke up. ""Uh-where-oh. I'm thirsty, Lukas,"" he muttered, before petting the head of the Golden Critellargon that he was riding. Lukas hurriedly passed him a bottle of freezing water, as well as a small heater attached to it, so that the water could be warmed up. He looked down at the freezing, barren land, and sighed.<br/><br/>""We're here, your Majesty,"" the secretary abruptly said. ""Although landing will be difficult considering the size of the Critellargon... and the wind... we shall make it. Prepare for a bumpy ride!"" The Critellargon rapidly swooped down and wind gushed at their faces. The King grimaced. ""I hate bumpy rides."""
4676,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=100,2014-11-27T17:18:00,Bunkeranlage,"Elsa, meanwhile, had flown over to Neskaupstaður with the Icelandic dragon riders and had already arrived at Jorgen III's castle before the Critellardons. Introducing herself and Christopher, she began,<br/><br/>""Firstly, thank you for sending these riders to aid me; We might not have survived without them.""<br/>""Secondly, I see now what you mean when you talk about Weselton. They are an extremist nation, driven solely by a fundamentalist belief. We should not have trusted them in the first place.""<br/><br/>Jorgen III replied, ""They have never been shown to be very good neighbours. Historically, they have started countless wars, supposedly in the name of Jesus Christ. Having said that, I still believe we should maintain peaceful forum with them. After all, they are still a major military power.""<br/><br/>""And would it bother you if I ask for an explanation of your powers?""<br/><br/>Elsa smiled and sat down, inviting Christopher to do so too. A butler poured glasses of glögg for all three of them, and Elsa began:<br/><br/>""It was the year 1807. My father, Röméndácil VI, had recently married Duchess Gerda van Klavar, a Dutch noblewoman, who was subsequently crowned the Queen of Arendelle following her marriage to my father. That was just shortly before the annexation of Holland by the DRE, which had been shown to be working under orders of the then Kaiser of Weselton, Wilhelm II's father. They had bribed the DRE to annex my mother's homeland on their behalf.""<br/><br/>""Just shortly afterwards, my father received a vision, telling him that the future would not belong to either Weselton or the DRE, and that both of those superpowers would eventually decline at the hands of his very own offspring.Every night in the year of 1808, my father had the same dream over and over again.""<br/><br/>""He soon decided that it was time to fulfil this vision that he received from Heaven. Just a year later, in 1809, I was born. Indeed, I had what the fundamentalists from Weselton would call ""sorcery"". What I did not tell them was that this ""sorcery"", according to my father, was bestowed upon me not by my doing, or his doing, but by- Hello, someone seems to be at the door!""<br/><br/>There was a knocking on the door. Jorgen raised his voice and said to the guard, ""What is it?""<br/><br/>""Your majesties! The King of the Critellardon Empire, Christoph Felix V, has arrived!"""
4677,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=100,2014-11-27T17:33:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22595508#p22595508"">wrote</a>:</cite>Elsa, meanwhile, had flown over to Neskaupstaður with the Icelandic dragon riders and had already arrived at Jorgen III's castle before the Critellardons. Introducing herself and Christopher, she began,<br/><br/>""Firstly, thank you for sending these riders to aid me; We might not have survived without them.""<br/>""Secondly, I see now what you mean when you talk about Weselton. They are an extremist nation, driven solely by a fundamentalist belief. We should not have trusted them in the first place.""<br/><br/>Jorgen III replied, ""They have never been shown to be very good neighbours. Historically, they have started countless wars, supposedly in the name of Jesus Christ. Having said that, I still believe we should maintain peaceful forum with them. After all, they are still a major military power.""<br/><br/>""And would it bother you if I ask for an explanation of your powers?""<br/><br/>Elsa smiled and sat down, inviting Christopher to do so too. A butler poured glasses of glögg for all three of them, and Elsa began:<br/><br/>""It was the year 1807. My father, Röméndácil VI, had recently married Duchess Gerda van Klavar, a Dutch noblewoman, who was subsequently crowned the Queen of Arendelle following her marriage to my father. That was just shortly before the annexation of Holland by the DRE, which had been shown to be working under orders of the then Kaiser of Weselton, Wilhelm II's father. They had bribed the DRE to annex my mother's homeland on their behalf.""<br/><br/>""Just shortly afterwards, my father received a vision, telling him that the future would not belong to either Weselton or the DRE, and that both of those superpowers would eventually decline at the hands of his very own offspring.Every night in the year of 1808, my father had the same dream over and over again.""<br/><br/>""He soon decided that it was time to fulfil this vision that he received from Heaven. Just a year later, in 1809, I was born. Indeed, I had what the fundamentalists from Weselton would call ""sorcery"". What I did not tell them was that this ""sorcery"", according to my father, was bestowed upon me not by my doing, or his doing, but by- Hello, someone seems to be at the door!""<br/><br/>There was a knocking on the door. Jorgen raised his voice and said to the guard, ""What is it?""<br/><br/>""Your majesties! The King of the Critellardon Empire, Christoph Felix V, has arrived!""</div></blockquote><br/>As Christoph entered, Christopher continued the explanation, ""I don't know what your father told you, but your powers came from Malefor, accidentally but still, this makes you the most powerful living human in this world. and as for the future, There is a magical library on the White Isle, Warfang territory. It has books that hold all of history and several possible futures. They start with the rebirth and reunification of the DRE. However, only one of them ends in their favour. With The whole world under there banner. The clearest one however, shows Warfang, Oceasion Scandinavia, The Forgotten Realms, Ripto's Empire, Arendelle, Iceland, and Critellardon destroying the DRE and demilitarizing Weselton. It shows Europe prospering afterwards, not to be bothered by war again. It also says that YOU will kill Malefor, Queen Elsa."""
4678,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=125,2014-11-27T18:15:00,The Great and Mighty Napoleon,"Grendor barged into the room<br/>""Malefor's army has surrounded Arendelle again, the largest army this world has ever seen, and they are waiting for Cynder to brong reinforcements from Dante's Freezer! We must act now!""<br/>he said hurriedly"
4679,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=125,2014-11-27T18:31:00,Bunkeranlage,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">OFF THE COASTS OF SVALBARD</span></span><br/><br/>The brigs ISS<span style=""font-style: italic"">Angrboða</span>, together with the ANS<span style=""font-style: italic"">Jubel</span>, were sailing together off the coasts of Svalbard. Captain Günther Bochwitz, commander of the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Jubel</span>, had met up with the Icelandic ship off the coast of Svalbard. Both were travelling to Trondheim to drop off food supplies for the Arendelle soldiers stationed there. The aged Captain sat alone in his cabin, musing about the huge war that was soon to engulf the entire continent and possibly the world. His sovereign's ice powers were, in his own opinion, hardly enough to stop the wicked Prince Malefor from destroying civilisation. Darkness enveloped Europe like water and a sinking ship.<br/><br/>The fog had grown thick, and all around was nothing but eerie greyness. Signalling to her Icelandic counterpart, the Scandinavian ship changed its course accordingly to avoid any trouble. It was just then that the Icelandic ship was hit by cannon fire. The sailors on the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Jubel</span>dashed about in utter chaos, attempting to come to their senses. Captain Bochwitz screamed commands, ordering the guns to be run out.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">How could the ship have been hit? There wasn't even any sound of cannon fire!</span><br/><br/>The two ships split up and sailed parallel to each other.Before long, a strange ghostly figure came in between them like a spectre haunting a graveyard's tombstones. Soon, this incorporeal entity materialised, forming a pitch-black man-of-war, firing its silent cannons at the two ships. The Captain took a double barrelled rifle and fired one bullet at the ghost ship, only to be hit by a cannon, ripping his arm off. Remaining silent despite the fiery agony, Bochwitz stood up again, using his remaining arm to slam the rifle's butt into the ground and punching it halfway through, creating an explosive obelisk on the deck. Stepping down on the trigger, the Captain fired into his own chin, sending himself to the Next Realm, and putting all hope of survival out of reach of the leaderless men.<br/><br/>On the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Angrboða</span>, the men managed to run out the 22 guns much faster than the Arendelle ship could run out her 25. Firing at the ghost ship, they realised that nothing worked against this ship. None of their shot appeared to damage it. On the other hand, one single fiery cannonball from the ghost tore the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Angrboða</span>in half, rendering it utterly useless and crushing all hope of survival for the men.<br/><br/>The situation on board the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Jubel</span>was no different. As they dashed around Captain Bochwitz's bloodied corpse helplessly, spectral figures boarded both ships, cutting down the men with swords that burned with a dark fire. Before long, the ghost ship dematerialised again, dragging the two warships to the depths of the Abyss, never to emerge again."
4680,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=125,2014-11-27T18:37:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"""Okay, let's react calmly. If the Forces from Dante's Freezer never arrive, they won't attack, and we can make the first move, so I think we should all target Dante's Freezer."" Christopher said.<br/>""Any other ideas?"""
4681,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=125,2014-11-27T18:52:00,Kingston-Atlantis,"King Christoph walked in hurriedly, sweating and shivering at the same time. His Secretary slowly walked at his side while the Dragon Tamer guided the Gargantuan Critellargon into a small corner. He immediately recognised Queen Elsa. ""It's an honour to meet you. I'm King Christoph Felix V, the King of the Germanic Empire of Greater Critellargon."" In his mind, he had no idea how Queen Elsa could live for 150 years, but he blocked it out. He also saw King Jorgen III, and extended his hand. ""I've seen you before in Critell, as you accompanied your grandfather. Well, it's good to be meeting in honour of the great alliance our forefathers forged."" His secretary slowly carried a few huge piles of notes and maps, and placed it on the table. King Christoph looked around. ""I have a few strategies, shall we begin?"""
4682,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=125,2014-11-27T19:00:00,Bunkeranlage,"All three of the others shook hands and sat down at the table. The butler poured another glass of glögg for Christoph, and soon, a full strategising session was in effect. None of them were aware of the destruction of the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Angrboða</span>and the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Jubel</span>yet, nor were they aware of the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Flying Dutchman</span>'s presence in the waters of the Atlantic. Hours went by, and eventually, a plan was written up. Jorgen III stood up, stretched his cramped legs, and said to the others, ""It's evening already. I say we head down for dinner, then we get some rest."""
4683,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=125,2014-11-27T19:03:00,Greater Weselton,"The Kaiser was still in Arendelle. He was staying in a hotel room. He wanted to speak to Elsa badly. He needed to resolve the situation. Meanwhile, Reverend Johannes Gerstenberg arrived in Arendelle. He found the Kaiser and they met in the hotel. They would go meet Elsa together."
4684,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=125,2014-11-27T19:05:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote><div><cite>Greater Weselton <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22596661#p22596661"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Kaiser was still in Arendelle. He was staying in a hotel room. He wanted to speak to Elsa badly. He needed to resolve the situation. Meanwhile, Reverend Johannes Gerstenberg arrived in Arendelle. He found the Kaiser and they met in the hotel. They would go meet Elsa together.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Elsa informed the others that she needed to head back to Oslo as quickly as possible, as the Kaiser was dying to speak to her. Jorgen obliged, and sent a dragon rider to accompany her back to Oslo on the back of a Monstrous Nightmare.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, the rest of them sat down at the castle's dining table and ate their dinner of grilled cod with lemons, discussing the war strategies together."
4685,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=125,2014-11-27T19:14:00,Greater Weselton,The Kaiser waited for Elsa to arrive. He spotted her landing on a dragon and went to greet her with Reverend Gerstenberg. He embraced her and they went to go talk. The Kaiser asked about her practice of magic. He wanted an explanation.
4686,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=125,2014-11-27T19:36:00,Bunkeranlage,"OOC: I'm just going to copy & paste the story.<br/><br/>""It was the year 1807. My father, Röméndácil VI, had recently married Duchess Gerda van Klavar, a Dutch noblewoman, who was subsequently crowned the Queen of Arendelle following her marriage to my father. That was just shortly before the annexation of Holland by the DRE, which had been shown to be working under orders of the then Kaiser of Weselton, Wilhelm II's father. They had bribed the DRE to annex my mother's homeland on their behalf.""<br/><br/>""Just shortly afterwards, my father received a vision, telling him that the future would not belong to either Weselton or the DRE, and that both of those superpowers would eventually decline at the hands of his very own offspring.Every night in the year of 1808, my father had the same dream over and over again.""<br/><br/>""He soon decided that it was time to fulfil this vision that he received from Heaven. Just a year later, in 1809, I was born. Indeed, I had what the fundamentalists from Weselton would call ""sorcery"". What I did not tell them was that this ""sorcery"", according to my father, was bestowed upon me not by my doing, or his doing, but by a higher power; by God himself. According to my father, I was to be the instrument of Malefor's defeat. And perhaps, if you do not believe me, I shall take you to someone you might like to meet.""<br/><br/>An elderly man in a clerical collar stood behind Elsa. He walked up to them and introduced himself as Bishop Ruggero Vincenzo, the Bishop of Arendelle's Methodist Church. Speaking in a high pitched voice with a thick Italian accent, Bishop Vincenzo said to the Kaiser, ""I can testify that everything she has said is true, Your Highness. For I too, received these visions, and I was told that I would not die until Malefor sees his end. I am 117 years old."""
4687,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=125,2014-11-27T19:40:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"""I think we should strike Dante's Freezer because Cynder is building an army there."" Christopher said again<br/><br/>Meanwhile, Gaul grew impatient<br/>""Where is Cynder? she better hurry."""
4688,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=125,2014-11-27T19:40:00,Greater Weselton,"The Kaiser and the minister clapped at the end.<img alt="":clap:"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_clap.gif"" title=""Applause""/>They agreed that Elsa was not an evil witch, but a good Christian. The Kaiser said he would help Elsa defeat Malefor. He also apologized for the Duke of Weselton's misconceptions about her. The Kaiser would have troops defending Arendelle if Malefor ever attacked again."
4689,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=125,2014-11-27T19:44:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote><div><cite>Greater Weselton <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22597045#p22597045"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Kaiser and the minister clapped at the end. <img alt="":clap:"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_clap.gif"" title=""Applause""/> They agreed that Elsa was not an evil witch, but a good Christian. The Kaiser said he would help Elsa defeat Malefor. He also apologized for the Duke of Weselton's misconceptions about her. The Kaiser would have troops defending Arendelle if Malefor ever attacked again.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Queen Elsa said, ""Don't worry about him. In the meantime, let's go inside and have dinner. It's getting rather late, and don't think you can plan well on an empty stomach. Furthermore, we must prevent the loss of more lives, and I say, even if it is at the expense of our national interests."""
4690,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=125,2014-11-27T19:45:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"""Quite the beautiful story"" a projection of Malefor said as it appeared. ""Sadly, I cannot let you get in my way. Warfang and Arendelle were the greatest threats to my power, and Warfang... Is GONE! You are all that remains. And I don't care how much ""Warfang loves its older sister Arendelle"", Christopher can't help you. The second he leaves Iceland he is a dead man."" The projection disappeared."
4691,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=125,2014-11-27T19:48:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"After this, Christopher wrote a letter to Elsa, it was sloppily written so he probably wrote it with a great sense of urgency.<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To Queen Elsa<br/>I write to you from Iceland, I will buy Arendelle time, but Malefor's army IS approaching<br/>Christopher</blockquote>"
4692,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=125,2014-11-27T19:51:00,Greater Weselton,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Dragon Realms Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22597102#p22597102"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Quite the beautiful story"" a projection of Malefor said as it appeared. ""Sadly, I cannot let you get in my way. Warfang and Arendelle were the greatest threats to my power, and Warfang... Is GONE! You are all that remains. And I don't care how much ""Warfang loves its older sister Arendelle"", Christopher can't help you. The second he leaves Iceland he is a dead man."" The projection disappeared.</div></blockquote><br/>The Kaiser asked if he should leave. He also asked if he should offer Princess Anna of Arendelle protection. He wanted Anna to be safe from Malefor. The Duke even had a crush on Anna at one time."
4693,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=125,2014-11-27T20:09:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22597000#p22597000"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: I'm just going to copy &amp; paste the story.<br/><br/>""It was the year 1807. My father, Röméndácil VI, had recently married Duchess Gerda van Klavar, a Dutch noblewoman, who was subsequently crowned the Queen of Arendelle following her marriage to my father. That was just shortly before the annexation of Holland by the DRE, which had been shown to be working under orders of the then Kaiser of Weselton, Wilhelm II's father. They had bribed the DRE to annex my mother's homeland on their behalf.""<br/><br/>""Just shortly afterwards, my father received a vision, telling him that the future would not belong to either Weselton or the DRE, and that both of those superpowers would eventually decline at the hands of his very own offspring.Every night in the year of 1808, my father had the same dream over and over again.""<br/><br/>""He soon decided that it was time to fulfil this vision that he received from Heaven. Just a year later, in 1809, I was born. Indeed, I had what the fundamentalists from Weselton would call ""sorcery"". What I did not tell them was that this ""sorcery"", according to my father, was bestowed upon me not by my doing, or his doing, but by a higher power; by God himself. According to my father, I was to be the instrument of Malefor's defeat. And perhaps, if you do not believe me, I shall take you to someone you might like to meet.""<br/><br/>An elderly man in a clerical collar stood behind Elsa. He walked up to them and introduced himself as Bishop Ruggero Vincenzo, the Bishop of Arendelle's Methodist Church. Speaking in a high pitched voice with a thick Italian accent, Bishop Vincenzo said to the Kaiser, ""I can testify that everything she has said is true, Your Highness. For I too, received these visions, and I was told that I would not die until Malefor sees his end. I am 117 years old.""</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: i just realized that there is contradiction in your story, because Arendelle was part of the DRE. No wait, they broke off 5 years before Warfang, so the Empire still existed after Arendelle broke off. Nevermind."
4694,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=125,2014-11-27T22:13:00,Emperial Germany,"<span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><table border=""1"" cellpadding=""0"" cellspacing=""0"" width=""85%"">DANZIG TIMES</table></span><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">After months of fighting, the German armed forces had secured Danzig, and forced out the weseltonians. German Soldiers where welcomed with open arms, Danzig will be held as the new capital until the rebellion captures a more suiting city.</blockquote><br/><br/><br/>((Sorry for the short post, it is late, I will do something more tomorrow))"
4695,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=125,2014-11-27T22:15:00,Greater Weselton,"The Kaiser heard about the rebellion back home. He felt like he needed to go back to Weselton, but he wanted to help Princess Anna of Arendelle. He was amazed at her life and death. He wanted to make sure she was safe."
4696,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=125,2014-11-27T22:25:00,Kingston-Atlantis,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i236.photobucket.com/albums/ff161/moonwitch1976/800px-Flag_of_Prussia_1892-1918svg.png""/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 160%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">OFFICIAL LETTER</span><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">From the King's Advisory Office</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">ALLIANCE</span></span></div><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">From: Greater Critellardon<br/>To: The Rebels in Weselton<br/><br/>TOP SECRET LETTER<br/><br/>Greetings Rebels,<br/><br/>Yes, I have seen your actions in Weselton, and I am impressed by your bravery and patriotism. Why don't we create an alliance? You want a united Germany, I shall grant you a united Germany. Thus, if you successfully weaken the Weselton Government to allow them to secede East Germany to us, rewards will come, and you will be offered a place in government, and the ability to govern a part of East Germany.<br/><br/>Für der Vaterland!<br/><br/>Danke,<br/><br/>King Christoph Felix V</blockquote>"
4697,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=125,2014-11-27T22:45:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: German rebels<br/>I see you have rebelled against my enemies Weselton and Critellardon, and so I ask if you want my help.<br/>Malefor The Dragon Prince.</blockquote>"
4698,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=125,2014-11-28T01:54:00,Bunkeranlage,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">REYKJAVÍK</span></span><br/><br/>In the meantime, Jorgen III had returned to the capital. As a result of the war, the economies of Europe had been depressed, and the nations financially drained. Throughout the capital, Jorgen had set up soup kitchens in old buildings and coffee stands along the streets, where long caterpillars of men in coats lined up to get free food, courtesy of the government. Policemen on Nadders patrolled the streets, maintaining order.<br/><br/>The King, when not strategising, would personally come down with Engartennur and speak with the citizens in the streets, asking them about their experiences and their opinions on the crisis.<br/><br/>Now, however, he was in his palace's tactical office with the advisors and naval commanders. The ISS<span style=""font-style: italic"">Angrboða</span>had gone missing, and so had the Arendelle ship ANS<span style=""font-style: italic"">Jubel</span>. Pins stabbed the large world map in various places, marking blockade points and heavy fortification. On top of the disappearance of the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Fenrir</span>, the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Angrboða</span>and the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Jubel</span>, Malefor's navy had suddenly become more active, the red sailed warships attacking Iceland's own. Strangely enough, there was no sign of Cynder, the malefic female dragon that had assaulted Oslo just a week ago. While Iceland's navy was easily able to defend its own borders, concerns were raised over the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Flying Dutchman</span>'s involvement in the war, and whether it was working alone or with an enemy, they did not know for sure. Different ""factions"" had formed in Iceland's military advisory, each arguing about the different courses of action that had to be taken. Some campaigned for a direct attack on the DRE's capital in what used to be called Spain. Others, including Advisor Heinz Gnadin, called for the liberation of Holland and France to use as fortifications against Malefor. The King himself was supportive of a diplomatic approach to the war, though many disagreed with him. A fringe group, consisting of 3 naval officers, 4 dragon rider commanders and 2 advisors, even tried to convince the government to merge with their allies to form one large European Empire. ""With the economy in tatters and ruins"", said the spokesperson of the group, economic advisor Jón Þórsson, ""a combined economy with Arendelle, OS, Critellardon and Russia is most favourable.""<br/><br/>As a result of the navy's efforts, none of Malefor's troops managed to come even close to Iceland, a 80 KM radius around Reykjavík barricaded by the most elite navy in Europe. ""We, however, will definitely not let our guard down"", said Jorgen III. ""There's no telling what wicked spells Malefor may know."" The Guards of the Wilderwest, a specialist group founded by Híksti III (993 - 1074), first king of the New Wilderwest (Iceland, Svalbard, parts of Greenland), had been mobilised completely for the first time since the war with Weselton and its allies 150 years ago. The Guards were founded with the sole purpose of protecting the King of Iceland and the capital, to the death if necessary. With the Dragon Prince of DRE on the loose and in command of over 10 million troops, this was a most appropriate time to have them mobilised.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">OFF THE COAST OF GREENLAND</span></span><br/><br/>A flotilla of 5 Icelandic ships, the frigates ISS<span style=""font-style: italic"">Eyjafjallajökull</span>and ISS<span style=""font-style: italic"">Simon Petrus</span>, the brig ISS<span style=""font-style: italic"">Dansk</span>, the man-of-war ISS<span style=""font-style: italic"">Jorgen II</span>and the brigantine ISS<span style=""font-style: italic"">Hveðrungr</span>, was travelling along Greenland's coasts, hunting pirates. Separate from the war entirely was an effort to make Iceland's waters pirate free, started by Jorgen III's great-grandfather, Fagerlúnd IV. The five ships, under the command of Rear-Admiral Herbert Schluckauf, formerly the captain of the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Simon Petrus</span>but promoted to command all 5, had ordered his ships to travel north, along Greenland's coast, after stopping at Nuuk to resupply and to clean their hulls. Rear Admiral Schluckauf had been rather successful in his new station thus far, having sunk 17 pirate vessels and captured over 100 pirates. This voyage, however, was to be quite different.<br/><br/>The flotilla travelled along Greenland's coast, sinking pirates as they went along. Somewhere along the mid part of the coast, however, a thick fog enveloped the 5 ships. ""Strange"", mumbled the Admiral to his lieutenants over dinner in his cabin. ""I was told that the fog wasn't this bad around here."" Leaving the rest of his salted pork untouched, the Admiral went outside and stood on the poop deck of the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Simon Petrus</span>, ordering the sailors to light the lanterns and make sure not to crash into the other 4 ships. Using his telescope, the Admiral looked around the fog, trying to see the coast.<br/><br/>""No bloody use"", he swore, handing the telescope back to the lieutenant who accompanied him. ""This fog is too thick to see anything at all. It's a miracle we haven't smashed into each other yet."" The 5 ships continued to sail through the thick shrouds of amorphous grey fog.<br/><br/>It was just then that a sailor on the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Hveðrungr</span>spotted a ship. As soon as the signal reached the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Simon Petrus</span>, the Admiral seized the telescope and tried to locate the ship spotted by the sailor. Faint, ghostly, but there, nonetheless. The Admiral shouted to his men, getting them to flash a signal ordering the unknown ship to identify herself. Despite repeated attempts to do so, however, the ship refused to comply, disappearing instead into the fog. ""This must be a pirate!"" the Admiral declared loudly. ""Run out the cannons and prepare to fire. I will be getting them myself."" Crossing over to the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Jorgen II</span>, Admiral Schluckauf directed the 90 gunner warship towards the location where the ship was last seen. There it was, but wait! Despite being just a couple of metres away from the pirate, it remained as translucent as before. Not for long, however, as it suddenly materialised into a jet black frigate with 50 guns and three masts. ""What's this?"" the Admiral exclaimed. ""This is no ordinary pirate! Open fire immediately!""<br/><br/>On the order, all 5 of the warships fired violently at the ghost ship. Running out her own guns, the ship fired back at the warships. With 5 vessels on his side, however, Admiral Schluckauf was able to overpower it easily, quickly surrounding it and beaching it on a sandbank near Greenland's coast. Marines from all 5 ships boarded the ghost ship, only to be thrown back by a sudden shockwave. Figures in black clothes and capes came out of the cabin, fighting with the Marines. As the Admiral was trained as a Guard of the Wilderwest, he was also highly skilled in hand to hand combat. Grabbing a spear from a weapon rack, he dashed onto the decks and ran it through one of the perpetrators. Drawing two broadswords, he whirled around skilfully, slashing enemies as he went along and leading the Marines on, eventually driving the ghosts off the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Jorgen II</span>. The other sailors cheered in victory and charged towards the beached vessel.<br/><br/>This excitement was short lived, however, as the ghost ship executed a strange manoeuvre with her anchor and cannons, pushing the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Dansk</span>and capsizing it. The remaining four ships resumed cannon fire, battering the ghost ship even further. Sensing that it could not win, the ship dematerialised again, but not before the Admiral read the name ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">The Flying Dutchman</span>"" on the back. With the ship gone, the sailors began to clean up the decks. They had, thankfully, lost very few men. Most of the invaders were dead, which annoyed the Admiral greatly, as he was hoping for a prisoner to interrogate. Just then, a sailor on the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Hveðrungr</span>called the Admiral over. The Admiral went over on a longboat and took a look, gasping in surprise. One of the pirates was still alive, but had lost his legs from the thighs down. Admiral Schluckauf ordered his medics to bandage the pirate after cuffing him. Bending down to look at the man, the Admiral sneered. ""Tell us a little about your... employer."" He was promptly hit in the face by a black leather gloved fist, sending him sprawling on the deck and clutching his nose. ""Chain him up and lock him in the brig! But mind he survives, we need a prisoner to interrogate. And that usually works best when they're still alive!"" ordered the Admiral sarcastically as two of the more muscular Marines cuffed the pirate and piggybacked him into a cell in the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Hveðrungr</span>. Standing on the deck and wiping the blood from his nose, the Admiral looked out into the distance, into the fog which, oddly, was clearing up very quickly. As the sailors used ropes to flip the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Dansk</span>the right way up, he continued to think about his progress that night.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">His Majesty will be most intrigued by our new prisoner.</span><br/><br/>""Men! Set your course for Reykjavík!""<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">THE DRE'S CAPITAL</span></span><br/><br/>At the coastal capital of the DRE, a dark figure of a ship suddenly materialised, chilling all the other DRE sailors to the bone. Docking at the capital, a man in a large black hat stepped onto shore. His black cloak, made of Night Fury hide, covered the left side of his body. The other side of his body had a cruel, muscular arm attached to it, tattooed with Chinese dragons and pentagrams. Every time this dark figure stepped around, an evil aura was emitted, freezing even the most hardcore atheist and skeptic right down the spine.<br/><br/>This dark figure was none other than Drago Bludvist, the captain of the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Flying Dutchman</span>. He wasn't completely human, but rather, existed as half human, half spirit. Born in 946 AD, the horrifying spectre travelled around on his ghost ship, killing anybody who dared to stand in his path. Even though his arch-rival, King Híksti III of the Wilderwest, was long dead, having died over 800 years ago, Drago lived on as a spirit, even after his gruesome death at the hands of Leifur Eiríksson's offspring. Few knew of his past, and none dared to divulge it. He had a way of getting to inconvenient people, even when they were far from the ocean.<br/><br/>In this case, however, he was bound in service by a contract he made with Prince Malefor 83 years ago, pledging autonomous service to the Prince of Dragons.<br/><br/>That day, he headed straight for Malefor's dark sanctuary, the capital of the DRE. Walking towards the pitch dark fortress that was Malefor's refuge (and emotionlessly dismembering people who so much as tried to step in his way), Drago Bludvist walked on alone, with a hideous air of corrupted, possessed dignity. Stepping past the dragons guarding the gates of the fortress (who didn't even dare blink in his presence), the ancient warlord entered Malefor's office and did that which few others dared to do; Speak to Malefor directly.<br/><br/>""Great Prince Malefor"", he rattled in a throaty and painful baritone, ""It appears that King Jorgen III's resolve is stronger than you think. The blood of Híksti runs deep in his veins."""
4699,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=125,2014-11-28T02:08:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote><div><cite>Greater Weselton <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22598616#p22598616"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Kaiser heard about the rebellion back home. He felt like he needed to go back to Weselton, but he wanted to help Princess Anna of Arendelle. He was amazed at her life and death. He wanted to make sure she was safe.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC: For the sake of clarity, all of Arendelle's events will be in dark green. That is, if I remember.<img alt="":p"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_tongue.gif"" title=""Razz""/><br/><br/>IC:<br/><br/><span style=""color: #008000"">""Go back to your country"", said Elsa to the Kaiser. ""They need you. I will be fine."" However, when the Weseltonian Kaiser inquired about Anna, Elsa was taken back in shock. ""Anna... she's not looking too good... Perhaps you would like to pay her a visit before you depart?"" Elsa, Bishop Vincenzo and Kai led the Weseltonian monarch and pastor to a room in the palace. Walking down the long corridor, they stopped outside a little room. Jamming a key into the hole, Kai opened the door and allowed them to enter. <br/><br/>In the room was a bed, on which lay a fevered Princess Anna. ""She has taken ill, and none of the doctors have been able to find out what she is suffering from"", said Elsa, with an air of sadness. ""Then came the priests. They suspected she was possessed, but could not find anything to exorcise."" She then leaned closer to the Kaiser and whispered reluctantly, ""I have a feeling it has something to do with Malefor.""</span><br/><br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>The Dragon Realms Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22597138#p22597138"">wrote</a>:</cite>After this, Christopher wrote a letter to Elsa, it was sloppily written so he probably wrote it with a great sense of urgency.<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To Queen Elsa<br/>I write to you from Iceland, I will buy Arendelle time, but Malefor's army IS approaching<br/>Christopher</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""color: #008000""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Christopher II,<br/><br/>For your own safety, I implore you to remain in Iceland as long as possible. Jorgen will be able to protect you better than I can.<br/><br/>-Elsa of Arendelle</blockquote></span>"
4700,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=125,2014-11-28T03:01:00,Oceasian Scandinavia,"""Sir, the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Indominus</span>has received news of the Kraken's whereabouts!"" the commander shouted.<br/>""So, where is it?"" The PM asked.<br/>""Crew members of the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Indominus</span>reported that the creature nearly sunk the ship, just by how powerful the waves it can create."" The commander eplied.<br/>""Nearly sunk? What about the other ships in front of us?"" The PM said.<br/>""Luckily, they got away just in time. However, the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Tirano</span>can't seem to get off the line. We can only go straight for now."" The commander said.<br/>""Well then, Prepare yourselves for a bumpy ride."" The PM said.<br/><br/>Just then, in the middle of the huge thunderstorm, the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Tirano</span>slowly begins tilting. The PM goes outside to get a better view of the situation. The angle of the ship is noticeably different from where it was a few minutes ago. Being in the front edge of the ship, the PM can see just how big the waves are. And suddenly, the ship goes 90 degrees up. One by one, crew members at the back of the ship went overboard and drowns. The PM tries holds onto the ship tightly. Soon, the ship begins to tilt right. Faster, faster. The ship plunges into the water on it's starboard side, leaving the PM very wet. He runs to the back of the ship to see the creature going away. The commander told him that the ship can now turn around as it pleases. The PM knows something dangerous. The Kraken is heading back. And this can only mean one thing.<br/><br/>""Sir! I've just received news that Dante's Freezer has been captured by the DRE."" The commander said.<br/>""You don't think i know that? You still have much to learn, young man."" The PM said.<br/><br/>The PM ordered for the ships to turn back to OS. He also wrote a letter.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">From: Oceasian Scandinavia<br/>To: Various nations (OOC: every nation in the RP except Malefor's DRE)<br/><br/>So, I'm sure that all of you have noticed the recent changes in the political landscape of Europe. Most notably, the rise of the DRE, led by Malefor, the evil dragon. The new DRE has conquered Warfang, Ripto's Empire, and the Forgotten Realms. And recently, Dante's Freezer, belonging to our country, has fallen as well. We have received information from our military that they're using the island as a base to attack Arendelle. To all of you against the actions of Malefor, i heavily recommend that we retake Dante's Freezer, before the DRE can build an army, strong enough to stop the supposedly magical ice powers of Queen Elsa. And if you don't agree to this and Arendelle falls, i see a dark future for Europe. So please, put aside our differences to unite against the common enemy of all of us.</blockquote><br/><br/>Meanwhile, the army and navy in the Faroe Islands is mobilizing. The naval forces sent to Arendelle are turning back. They're prepared to retake Dante's Freezer, but military support from other nations will be needed. Especially from Iceland and Arendelle, the two closest allies OS has. The PM feels that the battle for Dante's Freezer will be the deciding battle for the future of Europe."
4701,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=125,2014-11-28T07:51:00,Bunkeranlage,"OOC: Phone posting, excuse the miserable length.<br/><br/>IC: A letter was sent from Iceland to OS, informing them that as much naval support would be given, in suspension of the constitution.<br/><br/><span style=""color: #008000"">Another letter was sent from Arendelle, promising the support of 18 warships and 2,300 soldiers, once internal conflicts have been settled. </span>"
4702,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=125,2014-11-28T08:00:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Queen Elsa:<br/>I a]m aware of the dangers, but when I was crowned king of Warfang I had to swear that in that in the event of Malefor's return, I would have to fight for the people of Europe, and I can't do that sitting inside in an admittedly nice Castle. I will strike Dante's Freezer, Cynder is building an army there and she must be stopped for Arendelle's sake. If Arendelle falls, Malefor wins the war. Don't try to stop me, It is futile.<br/>Christopher</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">General Cynder:<br/>What is taking so long, we need to attack NOW! Hurry, don't let Arendelle build up strength.<br/>Gaul</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Gaul,<br/> I am still building up an army here. Scouts have reported that Christopher is on his way here, I am going to use him to set up a trap for Elsa. <br/>Even if I wasn't, My orders are to build an army strong enough to to either capture or kill Elsa. <br/>Cynder</blockquote><br/>Cynder's message was intercepted by Arendelle."
4703,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=150,2014-11-28T08:07:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Christopher, <br/><br/>Very well, I shall provide you with a Monstrous Nightmare, the brig ISS <span style=""font-style: italic"">Wilhelmus</span> and a crew of 15 sailors and 10 Guards of the Wilderwest. <br/><br/>Good luck <br/><br/>Jorgen III</blockquote>"
4704,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=150,2014-11-28T08:11:00,Bunkeranlage,"OOC: Also, the Flying Dutchman's captain is speaking with Malefor."
4705,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=150,2014-11-28T08:15:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22601301#p22601301"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: Also, the Flying Dutchman's captain is speaking with Malefor.</div></blockquote><br/>""No matter."" Malefor said "" Our real target is Arendelle.<br/><br/>Meanwhile.<br/>""Is that..."" A soldier started to say.<br/>""It is!"" Cynder interrupted as she flew to ""Greet"" her guests. ""Hello Chistopher, I see your little girlfriend isn't here to save you this time... what a pity.""<br/>They then started fighting, with neither one able to gain the upperhand just yet."
4706,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=150,2014-11-28T08:22:00,Bunkeranlage,"Drago snarled, pulling back his black cape and revealing a horrible stump. ""Do you see this? This was done by the Icelanders when I was just 37. For 800 years, I have waited to vindicate this, and I will not allow myself to pass on until the line of Hiccup III is ended forever! ""<br/><br/>""However, I will honour our contract, and rid you of Arendelle before exacting my personal vendettas. ""<br/><br/>With that, the Captain of the Flying Dutchman swept his hat off, bowed to Malefor and stormed out, stabbing a guard in the mouth with his triton as he went past."
4707,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=150,2014-11-28T08:24:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22601367#p22601367"">wrote</a>:</cite>Drago snarled, pulling back his black cape and revealing a horrible stump. ""Do you see this? This was done by the Icelanders when I was just 37. For 800 years, I have waited to vindicate this, and I will not allow myself to pass on until the line of Hiccup III is ended forever! ""<br/><br/>""However, I will honour our contract, and rid you of Arendelle before exacting my personal vendettas. ""<br/><br/>With that, the Captain of the Flying Dutchman swept his hat off, bowed to Malefor and stormed out, stabbing a guard in the mouth with his triton as he went past.</div></blockquote><br/>""That guard was getting on my nerves actually."" Malefor said."
4708,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=150,2014-11-28T08:30:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"And with this, Cynder grabbed Christopher, and flew as high up as possible before making a projection of herself in Arendelle.<br/>"" People of Arendelle! This is Cynder... I have captured the Monarch of Warfang. And if ARendelle doesn't surrender, I will drop him, and the bloodline of your closet ally, off a cliff."""
4709,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=150,2014-11-28T08:32:00,Bunkeranlage,"OOC: Just FYI guys, still phone posting.<br/><br/>The men on the ISS<span style=""font-style: italic"">Wilhelmus </span>, having spotted the dragon, drew their swords and armed their muskets, attempting to threaten the dragon.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, Drago had returned to the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Dutchman </span>, dematerialising and setting sail for Oslo."
4710,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=150,2014-11-28T08:32:00,Oceasian Scandinavia,"Citizens anywhere near Dante's Freezer are evacuated as far as possible. The whole nation is at risk. A state of emergency has been declared by the government. A huge number of citizens can be seen walking away from their homes, into the safe zone. The navy is blockading the island, preventing anyone that can't fly to go in or out of the island. Once reinforcements from allies arrive, the attack will begin. PM Johannesen is still more than 100 miles away from the island. A last ditch attempt at diplomacy with the DRE is ongoing. However, it seems hopeless at this point anyway. The first shot is fired into the island. Like a circle, the shots fired is in order from one ship to the next. Allied forces will arrive, sooner or later, but the navy won't hold out for long.<br/><br/>Unlike some other countries, OS doesn't have a dragon air force. In fact, it's one of the smallest countries in the world. And Johannesen doesn't like this. Not one bit. Sure, managing a small country is easy, and it keeps a low profile, but he doesn't want the country to be a pawn in a war like this. He needs a powerful country to do his bidding. A country that will easily negotiate with OS. Right now, the target would be one of the Germanic countries. Critellardon, Weselton, and even the new rebellion forces would be willing to negotiate a deal with OS. Especially since the rebels just made things hot. But for now, Johannesen will have to wait. He must keep the war going in his favor. He must make a deal with Malefor.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">From: K.J.Johannesen<br/>To: Prince Malefor<br/><br/>I see that you are seeking to restore your empire back to it's former glory. Well, I'm seeking for similar goals. So, how about we make a temporary deal? This is me, setting up a secret alliance with you. We shall not betray each other, at least until this war is over. I will make as much damage to my ""allies"" as possible. I will stage a fake civil war in my country, in which allied forces are attacked by my forces. After the damage is done, i will frame my own vice. I don't seek to own the lands you rightfully own, but i do seek to own lands i should own. This includes Germania, and other territories that will be discussed when we have the chance. Will you be willing to help me?</blockquote>"
4711,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=150,2014-11-28T08:33:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22601446#p22601446"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: Just FYI guys, still phone posting. <br/><br/>The men on the ISS <span style=""font-style: italic"">Wilhelmus </span>, having spotted the dragon, drew their swords and armed their muskets, awaiting orders from Christopher. <br/><br/>Meanwhile, Drago had returned to the <span style=""font-style: italic"">Dutchman </span>, dematerialising and setting sail for Oslo.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: read last post.<br/>As Christopher was in Cynder's clutches, he managed to yell, ""FIRE!"""
4712,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=150,2014-11-28T08:36:00,Bunkeranlage,"Hails of arrows and bullets went high up into the sky, some lucky ones burying themselves in Cynder's body."
4713,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=150,2014-11-28T08:38:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Oceasian Scandinavia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22601451#p22601451"">wrote</a>:</cite>Citizens anywhere near Dante's Freezer are evacuated as far as possible. The whole nation is at risk. A state of emergency has been declared by the government. A huge number of citizens can be seen walking away from their homes, into the safe zone. The navy is blockading the island, preventing anyone that can't fly to go in or out of the island. Once reinforcements from allies arrive, the attack will begin. PM Johannesen is still more than 100 miles away from the island. A last ditch attempt at diplomacy with the DRE is ongoing. However, it seems hopeless at this point anyway. The first shot is fired into the island. Like a circle, the shots fired is in order from one ship to the next. Allied forces will arrive, sooner or later, but the navy won't hold out for long.<br/><br/>Unlike some other countries, OS doesn't have a dragon air force. In fact, it's one of the smallest countries in the world. And Johannesen doesn't like this. Not one bit. Sure, managing a small country is easy, and it keeps a low profile, but he doesn't want the country to be a pawn in a war like this. He needs a powerful country to do his bidding. A country that will easily negotiate with OS. Right now, the target would be one of the Germanic countries. Critellardon, Weselton, and even the new rebellion forces would be willing to negotiate a deal with OS. Especially since the rebels just made things hot. But for now, Johannesen will have to wait. He must keep the war going in his favor. He must make a deal with Malefor.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">From: K.J.Johannesen<br/>To: Prince Malefor<br/><br/>I see that you are seeking to restore your empire back to it's former glory. Well, I'm seeking for similar goals. So, how about we make a temporary deal? This is me, setting up a secret alliance with you. We shall not betray each other, at least until this war is over. I will make as much damage to my ""allies"" as possible. I will stage a fake civil war in my country, in which allied forces are attacked by my forces. After the damage is done, i will frame my own vice. I don't seek to own the lands you rightfully own, but i do seek to own lands i should own. This includes Germania, and other territories that will be discussed when we have the chance. Will you be willing to help me?</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Seeing as I have Dante's Freezer, I am willing to help you, especially to if you help me get revenge on Weselton, You think they would be a little grateful that I annexed Holland from them, especially since it caused a Noble family to betray me and establish Arendelle.<br/>The Dragon Prince Malefor.</blockquote>"
4714,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=150,2014-11-28T08:43:00,Bunkeranlage,"<span style=""color: #008000"">Having intercepted the messages, Elsa and her generals set to work working on a defence strategy. To maximise their resources in the particular situation. </span>"
4715,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=150,2014-11-28T08:46:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22601548#p22601548"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""color: #008000"">Having intercepted the messages, Elsa and her generals set to work working on a defence strategy. To maximise their resources in the particular situation. </span></div></blockquote><br/>OOC: that answers the letters but there is a fact that Cynder is projecting herself in Arendelle and waiting a reply while threatening to drop Elsa's Warfangian friend off a cliff."
4716,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=150,2014-11-28T08:49:00,Bunkeranlage,"Oh, yes...<br/><br/><span style=""color: #008000"">Elsa, looking straight into the eyes of the projection, declared fiercely, ""If you kill him, I will hunt you down and I will end you.""</span>"
4717,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=150,2014-11-28T08:51:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22601588#p22601588"">wrote</a>:</cite>Oh, yes... <br/><br/><span style=""color: #008000"">Elsa, looking straight into the eyes of the projection, declared fiercely, ""If you kill him, I will hunt you down and I will end you.""</span></div></blockquote><br/>""*evil laugh* Dante's Freezer... I'll be waiting"" The projection disappeared, Cynder put the Warfang king down (ooc: he is still alive), flew back up, re projected herself and said ""It is done"""
4718,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=150,2014-11-28T08:54:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Dragon Realms Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22601614#p22601614"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22601588#p22601588"">wrote</a>:</cite>Oh, yes... <br/><br/><span style=""color: #008000"">Elsa, looking straight into the eyes of the projection, declared fiercely, ""If you kill him, I will hunt you down and I will end you.""</span></div></blockquote><br/>""*evil laugh* Dante's Freezer... I'll be waiting"" The projection disappeared, Cynder put the Warfang king down (ooc: he is still alive), flew back up, re projected herself and said ""It is done""</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""color: #008000"">Elsa, screaming in rage, drew her sword and hacked at the projection, but to no avail, for it was just a projection. ""I will not forgive you for this!! ""<br/><br/>""We shall go to war, and you shall die, you dastard! ""</span><br/><br/>Meanwhile at the Freezer, the Guards took out axes, swords and spears, preparing for battle."
4719,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=150,2014-11-28T08:58:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"Cynder laughed as she landed at the gate of the fortress to guard her prisoner.<br/>""You won't get so lucky this time."" She then contacted Malefor, ""The Snow Queen will soon meet her end.""<br/>""Excellent!"" Malefor exclaimed.""My Empire is so close...""<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Gaul,<br/>As soon as Elsa leaves Arendelle, ATTACK! conquer the kingdom in the name of Malefor.<br/>Cynder</blockquote>"
4720,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=150,2014-11-28T09:03:00,Bunkeranlage,"<span style=""color: #008000"">Elsa boarded the ANS Björklund, tears and saliva streaming from her face in her insatiable rage. Seizing the wheel, she commanded in a booming voice, ""We head for Dante's Freezer!""</span>"
4721,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=150,2014-11-28T09:07:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22601721#p22601721"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""color: #008000"">Elsa boarded the ANS Björklund, tears and saliva streaming from her face in her insatiable rage. Seizing the wheel, she commanded in a booming voice, ""We head for Dante's Freezer!""</span></div></blockquote><br/>As the Ship left the harbour, Gaul began his attack.<br/>""NOW! ATtack for the glory Dragon Realms Empire!"" Gaul ordered. And he proved to be more than a match to his challengers. He spared all prisoners though, knowing Cynder will kill him for harming unarmed prisoners. He reached the castle and demanded surrender."
4722,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=150,2014-11-28T09:11:00,Bunkeranlage,"<span style=""color: #008000"">On reaching the castle, however, Gaul was greeted with surprising hospitality. Kai Húlten had the guards open the doors and break their weapons. """"Lord Gaul!"" proclaimed Kai, ""Arendelle is yours! ""<br/><br/>The reason why Kai called the battalions back was so that he could order them to surrender there and then. Had they been scattered across the nation, surrender would be painfully long. However, with all the men in Oslo, all it took was a single order. </span>"
4723,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=150,2014-11-28T09:15:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"It was then the Malefor projected himself in every major city in Europe<br/>""ARENDELLE HAS SURRENDERED! MY GLORIUS EMPIRE HAS RETURNED! AND NOW... I AM IT'S KING""<br/>For many, it was the first time they had laid eyes on the Dragon Prince, and the sight was utterly demonic.<br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://img2.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20130512005329/spyro/images/a/a4/Malefor_glimpse.jpg""/>"
4724,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=150,2014-11-28T09:22:00,Bunkeranlage,"<span style=""color: #008000"">Kai smiled an innocent smile to himself as the DRE forces chained up the Arendelle guards and led them away. Suddenly, he was hit in the head with a stick, causing him to fall to the ground and clutch his head in pain. Bishop Vincenzo drew a rapier and pointed it at the dragon armies. ""I will not allow this traitor to sell us out! If you want the kingdom, you have to get through me. "" Just then, a band of men, some civilian, some military, showed up. These are the Allies of the Bishop. Despite there being only 52 of them, they stood in the hall, facing the dragons and with Kai in between them both. </span>"
4725,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=150,2014-11-28T09:26:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22601865#p22601865"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""color: #008000"">Kai smiled an innocent smile to himself as the DRE forces chained up the Arendelle guards and led them away. Suddenly, he was hit in the head with a stick, causing him to fall to the ground and clutch his head in pain. Bishop Vincenzo drew a rapier and pointed it at the dragon armies. ""I will not allow this traitor to sell us out! If you want the kingdom, you have to get through me. "" Just then, a band of men, some civilian, some military, showed up. These are the Allies of the Bishop. Despite there being only 52 of them, they stood in the hall, facing the dragons and with Kai in between them both. </span></div></blockquote><br/>Gaul smiled, he needed not to fight, he simply cast a sleep spell in the room.<br/>""Arendelle has surrendered, and we have won the war. Take them to the Well of Souls. If they want to oppose up, they can do it there.""<br/>Gaul could have fought them, but Malefor was already told of the victory, and he couldn't let the bishop ruin it. He would have his chance to fight, just not here.<br/>And then Cynder noticed something, a ship, and at the wheel, was Elsa. CYnder roared violently to declare her presence and lead Elsa to her."
4726,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=150,2014-11-28T10:52:00,Greater Weselton,"The Kaiser returned to Weselton. He sent more soldiers to crush the rebels. He had assumed Arendelle had been defeated, so he didn't bother sending troops to defend Arendelle. The Kaiser cried for Arendelle. He was said about the injustices Weselton had committed against Elsa. He felt very sorry."
4727,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=150,2014-11-28T11:01:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Weselton<br/>I understand you broke an alliance with me for Arendelle. I will not stand for this betrayal. You have 72 hours to rescind your betrayal, and I will know the very second you receive this<br/>Malefor, The Dragon Prince.</blockquote>"
4728,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=175,2014-11-28T11:10:00,Greater Weselton,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Malefor<br/>Elsa is not an evil witch like you think she is. She is a devout Christian with a power due to you. She received the power from God to defeat you. You are evil and not a good Christian.<br/>Kaiser Wilhelm II of Weselton</blockquote>"
4729,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=175,2014-11-28T11:13:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Greater Weselton <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22602702#p22602702"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Malefor<br/>Elsa is not an evil witch like you think she is. She is a devout Christian with a power due to you. She received the power from God to defeat you. You are evil and not a good Christian.<br/>Kaiser Wilhelm II of Weselton</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Can you prove her power came from God?, Can you prove I am Evil?<br/>Malefor the Dragon Prince.</blockquote>"
4730,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=175,2014-11-28T11:15:00,Greater Weselton,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Malefor<br/>The Bishop confirmed her power came from God. God wants you defeated.<br/>Kaiser Wilhelm II of Weselton</blockquote>"
4731,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=175,2014-11-28T11:17:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Greater Weselton <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22602744#p22602744"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Malefor<br/>The Bishop confirmed her power came from God. God wants you defeated.<br/>Kaiser Wilhelm II of Weselton</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Weselton<br/>And how do you know the Bishop spoke the truth? How do you know Elsa didn't force him to lie?<br/>Malefor, The Dragon Prince.</blockquote>"
4732,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=175,2014-11-28T11:20:00,Greater Weselton,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Malefor<br/>A bishop would not violate his conscience like that. He was speaking the truth. Elsa is a devout Christian. You appear to be somewhat demonic.<br/>Kaiser Wilhelm II of Weselton</blockquote>"
4733,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=175,2014-11-28T11:25:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Greater Weselton <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22602780#p22602780"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Malefor<br/>A bishop would not violate his conscience like that. He was speaking the truth. Elsa is a devout Christian. You appear to be somewhat demonic.<br/>Kaiser Wilhelm II of Weselton</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Weselton<br/>So be it. You have made your choice, and so you shall suffer the same fate!<br/>Malefor</blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">Official Declaration of War</span><br/>Now that our glorious Empire is reunited, I will declare war on all who wronged us.<br/>Weselton - Broke their alliance with us For Arendelle<br/>Iceland - for sheltering Elsa and Christopher.<br/>Malefor, The Dragon Prince.</blockquote>"
4734,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=175,2014-11-28T11:27:00,Greater Weselton,The Kaiser readied the troops for invasion. This would be a real holy war against Malefor.
4735,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=175,2014-11-28T11:31:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Cynder, Gaul<br/>I order you to attack Weselton. A certain friend of ours attacks Iceland<br/>The Dragon Prince</blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Your Majesty<br/>I can't, I am preoccupied at the moment with an... Let us say execution of Her majesty from Arendelle.<br/>Cynder</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">My Lord,<br/>I am dealing with some prisoners from Arendelle, It will have to wait.<br/>Gaul.</blockquote>"
4736,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=175,2014-11-28T12:51:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"Suddenly on Dante's Freezer there was an explosion.<br/>""What was that?"" Cynder asked. ""You, go find out!"" she ordered to a soldier.<br/>Little did Cynder know, Dante's Freezer has an unwanted guest."
4737,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=175,2014-11-28T15:12:00,Bunkeranlage,"With Arendelle out of the way, Iceland was the next target of Malefor's fury. Jorgen was informed of Kai's betrayal and of the Bishop's inability to defend the nation.<br/><br/>""Ready the second fleet immediately. We will defend Iceland to the death!""<br/><br/>The second fleet, which had been completed by the men in Nuuk, was given the mobilisation order by the King. All 79 of the warships left immediately and headed south, for the DRE. The entire dragon air force was mobilised, and the island was put under total lockdown."
4738,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=175,2014-11-28T15:15:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"The scout Cynder sent had returned.<br/>""General... We have lost 3 cannons, and a warship, all to a small purple dragon"" The scout said.<br/>""What? But I thought Gaul... *sigh* you go deal with him, I will deal with our little Snow Princess"" Cynder said."
4739,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=175,2014-11-28T15:39:00,Bunkeranlage,"<span style=""color: #008000"">Elsa's warship, the ANS <span style=""font-style: italic"">Björklund</span>, had arrived swiftly at the little island known as Dante's Freezer. Drawing her sword, she yelled, ""Fire at will!"" Immediately, the 80-gunner began firing its cannons rapidly at the island, hitting some of the other ships (both friendly and hostile) and smashing in a few buildings. It was then that Cynder appeared. Looking straight at her, Elsa pointed her sword in her direction. ""You will pay for your evil actions"", she declared. ""Men! To the island!""</span><br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""color: #008000"">Kai, in the meantime, had approached Gaul with a special request. ""Lord of Darkness!"" he called out. ""I yearn for Malefor's powers too! Grant me dark powers beyond human understanding!""</span><br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>Drago, in the meantime, had located Dante's Freezer, and was headed straight there that moment. The 60-gun<span style=""font-style: italic"">Flying Dutchman</span>had destroyed thousands of ships and ports, and this new island was to be no different.<br/><br/>""Soon, Arendelle's monarch will be vanquished, and I will be able to get vengeance on the bloodline of Hiccup III!""<br/><br/>Having approached the island, Drago lost no time in materialising the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Dutchman</span>and firing non-stop at the island, smashing everything. The<span style=""font-style: italic"">Björklund</span>turned around and tried to face the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Flying Dutchman</span>, but was too weak. Within minutes, the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Dutchman</span>scuttled the ship on the port and fired into its hull, hitting the gunpowder magazine and blowing up the ship. Elsa, taken by shock, barely managed to jump off in time and landed on the sandy beach, which was already blood stained from the raging battle.<br/><br/>""Lower the longboats! I'm going in.""<br/><br/>Drago seized a mace from a weapon rack and went down to the shore, standing over Elsa. ""You"", he spat. ""You are the only person who is standing between Jorgen and my vengeance. Today, you shall die!"" Having said that, he raised the mace, ready to bring it down and crush her."
4740,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=175,2014-11-28T15:55:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"One of the DRE soldiers grabbed the chain.<br/>""Stop!"" Cynder ordered. ""She's mine, Jorgen is in Iceland, Elsa has nothing to do with it, and just as you want your vengeance on Jorgen, I want the pleasure of ending Elsa myself.""<br/>Then Christopher struggled to move, with chains resisting him.<br/>""ELSA NO! IT'S A TRAP, WHILE YOU'RE HERE GAUL IS GOING TO ATTACK ARENDELLE!"
4741,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=175,2014-11-28T15:57:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Dragon Realms Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22605779#p22605779"">wrote</a>:</cite>One of the DRE soldiers grabbed the chain.<br/>""Stop!"" Cynder ordered. ""She's mine, Jorgen is in Iceland, Elsa has nothing to do with it, and just as you want your vengeance on Jorgen, I want the pleasure of ending Elsa myself.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Drago snarled. ""Very well. I'll let you do as you wish. In the meantime, I'm going to Iceland!"" With that, he walked back to the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Dutchman</span>and set off for Iceland.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""color: #008000"">Elsa saw Cynder standing at one side, looking at her. ""You MONSTER!"" she shouted. ""You'll pay for this!"" With that, she unleashed bolt after bolt of ice at the dragon.</span>"
4742,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=175,2014-11-28T15:58:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22605805#p22605805"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Dragon Realms Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22605779#p22605779"">wrote</a>:</cite>One of the DRE soldiers grabbed the chain.<br/>""Stop!"" Cynder ordered. ""She's mine, Jorgen is in Iceland, Elsa has nothing to do with it, and just as you want your vengeance on Jorgen, I want the pleasure of ending Elsa myself.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Drago snarled. ""Very well. I'll let you do as you wish. In the meantime, I'm going to Iceland!"" With that, he walked back to the <span style=""font-style: italic"">Dutchman</span> and set off for Iceland.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""color: #008000"">Elsa saw Cynder standing at one side, looking at her. ""You MONSTER!"" she shouted. ""You'll pay for this!"" With that, she unleashed bolt after bolt of ice at the dragon.</span></div></blockquote><br/>OOC I edited my post."
4743,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=175,2014-11-28T16:04:00,Bunkeranlage,"<span style=""color: #008000"">Meanwhile in Arendelle, Kai Húlten continued to beg Gaul to give him dark powers. ""For 53 years, I have existed as a mere mortal. But no longer. I request for the dark powers to come into me!""</span><br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>Jorgen III was constantly kept updated on the progress of the war. At the moment, it appeared to be fine. However, as they all knew, Malefor could change all this in an instant and nobody would be around to notice."
4744,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=175,2014-11-28T16:06:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22605881#p22605881"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""color: #008000"">Meanwhile in Arendelle, Kai Húlten continued to beg Gaul to give him dark powers. ""For 53 years, I have existed as a mere mortal. But no longer. I request for the dark powers to come into me!""</span><br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>Jorgen III was constantly kept updated on the progress of the war. At the moment, it appeared to be fine. However, as they all knew, Malefor could change all this in an instant and nobody would be around to notice.</div></blockquote><br/>""I can't give you powers, only Malefor can, I would have to take you to the Well of Souls."" Gaul said.<br/><br/>Cynder carefully dodged the ice, and attempted to tackle Elsa but accidentally cut the chain holding Christopher back in half.<br/>""Well since you are no longer my prisoner I can REALLY kill you."" Cynder said happily."
4745,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=175,2014-11-28T16:13:00,New Chilokver,-TAG-
4746,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=175,2014-11-28T18:11:00,Emperial Germany,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Critellardon<br/>From: German Danzig<br/><br/>We would be happy to ally with you, so long as German heritage is restored. Soon the Rebellion well control all of Prussia, and to create the German empire along side you would be a honor, our demands are the following.<br/>The German language, arts, and culture, be restored.<br/>That Germany would become a Republic, or constitutional monarchy.<br/>The new state of Germany would not be involved with the Arendeller war.</blockquote><br/><table border=""1"" cellpadding=""0"" cellspacing=""0"" width=""85%""></table><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Breaking news!<br/>German rebels have set up a fully functional government in Danzig. The Weseltonian former leaders in the city, have been convicted with crimes against the German people, and have been sentenced to death. The German military have begun securing the entire Polish corridor, and soon will move to take Prussia.</blockquote>"
4747,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=175,2014-11-28T18:50:00,Oceasian Scandinavia,"With allied forces already attacking the island, the land invasion begins. It was hard to get through the bloody beaches, and some never even make it through. However, the ones that did went further into the island, seeking to destroy every enemy equipment they can. They are ordered to fight to the last men. One of them thinks he notices a little dragon attacking other dragons.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Nah, it can't be...</span>he thought.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, 1/3 of the navy hasn't even started yet. PM Johannesen, after making a secret deal with Malefor, wrote another letter to the prince, saying:<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">From: K.J.Johannesen<br/>To: Prince Malefor<br/><br/>There's not much i can do for you right now, because, well, Arendelle will probably be doomed anyway. However, for now, pull off your forces from Dante's Freezer. Once my nation has control over the island again, and naval forces from my ""allies"" go back, you can put your forces back on the island, and continue doing whatever you do to unite your empire, possibly to secure your rule over Arendelle.</blockquote><br/><br/>The letter is sent to Malefor. Also, trying to get more temporary allies, the PM then wrote a letter to the German rebels.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">From: K.J.Johannesen<br/>To: German rebels<br/><br/>We see that you are currently rebelling against the two germanic nations, Weselton and Critellardon. You aren't strong enough to conquer either of them yet, obviously. So, what if i tell you that i want Poland under the rule of OS, while you can get the rest? Military support will be given, once we're less preoccupied with other things like dealing with the new DRE.</blockquote>"
4748,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=175,2014-11-28T18:53:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Oceasian Scandinavia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22608273#p22608273"">wrote</a>:</cite>With allied forces already attacking the island, the land invasion begins. It was hard to get through the bloody beaches, and some never even make it through. However, the ones that did went further into the island, seeking to destroy every enemy equipment they can. They are ordered to fight to the last men. One of them thinks he notices a little dragon attacking other dragons. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Nah, it can't be...</span> he thought.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, 1/3 of the navy hasn't even started yet. PM Johannesen, after making a secret deal with Malefor, wrote another letter to the prince, saying:<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">From: K.J.Johannesen<br/>To: Prince Malefor<br/><br/>There's not much i can do for you right now, because, well, Arendelle will probably be doomed anyway. However, for now, pull off your forces from Dante's Freezer. Once my nation has control over the island again, and naval forces from my ""allies"" go back, you can put your forces back on the island, and continue doing whatever you do to unite your empire, possibly to secure your rule over Arendelle.</blockquote><br/><br/>The letter is sent to Malefor. Also, trying to get more temporary allies, the PM then wrote a letter to the German rebels.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">From: K.J.Johannesen<br/>To: German rebels<br/><br/>We see that you are currently rebelling against the two germanic nations, Weselton and Critellardon. You aren't strong enough to conquer either of them yet, obviously. So, what if i tell you that i want Poland under the rule of OS, while you can get the rest? Military support will be given, once we're less preoccupied with other things like dealing with the new DRE.</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">K.J. Johannesen,<br/> Arendelle has fallen and I can't pull back just yet, there are A LOT of soldiers there and the islands magical defenses are freezing it. We need time<br/>The Dragon Prince Malefor.</blockquote>"
4749,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=175,2014-11-28T19:06:00,Emperial Germany,"<table border=""1"" cellpadding=""0"" cellspacing=""0"" width=""85%""></table><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: K.J.Johannesen<br/>From: German high command<br/><br/>We are currently staying out of international affairs until Germany is united, which will be in a short amount of time, the offer is nice, but we currently have other plans.</blockquote><br/><table border=""1"" cellpadding=""0"" cellspacing=""0"" width=""85%""></table>"
4750,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=175,2014-11-28T19:23:00,Oceasian Scandinavia,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">From: K.J.Johannesen<br/>To: German rebel forces<br/><br/>Ah, i see. Are you planning to unite with Weselton or Critellardon? I assume that you'll do it by peace, because you're not that powerful in terms of military power.</blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">From: K.J.Johannesen<br/>To: Prince Malefor<br/><br/>Well, you should hurry up. Allied forces are already attacking the island. Of course, my nation's forces are attacking the island as well, because it would be suspicious if that didn't happened. Not to mention, the Kraken would be only miles away from the island by the time you read this.</blockquote><br/>And he was darn right. The Kraken is now only a few miles away from the island. With the sea suddenly retreating, everyone knows to run to a high place. Crew members of ships already in it's path prepare themselves for the worst, as they tries to get away. This causes cannons to misfire, damaging allied ships instead."
4751,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=175,2014-11-28T19:30:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"Cynder was struck by another icicle from Elsa. She then noticed the Kraken.<br/>""We will finish this later"" Cynder declared before knocking a huge amount of debris forcing Elsa to go the long way if she wanted any hope of getting back to the ship, and then flying away, making Elsa the winner of their little fight.<br/>""El... sa..."" Christopher managed to say with very little strength left.<br/>Then a Purple dragon appeared out of nowhere and approached Elsa.<br/>""Hi, my name is Spyro, I am looking for dragon named Volteer, who is being held prisoner by Cynder. Can you help me? Everyone I have seen so far, including OS Forces have tried to kill me, I tried to tell them I was in the Warfang Resistance Force but they attacked me anyway..."""
4752,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=175,2014-11-28T23:12:00,Bunkeranlage,"<span style=""color: #008000"">Elsa sheathed her sword as the rubble tumbled down and cut her path off. ""Sh*t!"" she cursed under her breath. ""She got away!"" It was just then that Elsa spotted Christopher lying on the floor, injured but alive, nonetheless. She rushed over, kneeled down by his side and embraced him. ""Oh, dear Christopher. You're safe..."" The other soldiers crowded round, before one of them spoke up, ""Your Majesty, the battle rages on inland. We await your orders."" She stood up, supporting Christopher up too. ""Then we're going inland"", she declared, ""and even if this is to be my end, I will not stop until the evil of Malefor has been scrubbed off the face of the Earth and burned forever!""<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>""I will follow you to the ends of the Earth to gain that which I desire"", Kai crooned, almost hypnotically. ""In this case, I want the invincible powers of darkness itself!""</span><br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>Jorgen III had flown back to Neskaupstaður, landing at the port. Jumping off Engartennur's back, the King, now armoured and armed, said to the men, ""Ready the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Västergötland</span>and the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Mjölnir</span>! We're going to Dante's Freezer!"""
4753,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=200,2014-11-28T23:18:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22611269#p22611269"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""color: #008000"">Elsa sheathed her sword as the rubble tumbled down and cut her path off. ""Sh*t!"" she cursed under her breath. ""She got away!"" It was just then that Elsa spotted Christopher lying on the floor, injured but alive, nonetheless. She rushed over, kneeled down by his side and embraced him. ""Oh, dear Christopher. You're safe..."" The other soldiers crowded round, before one of them spoke up, ""Your Majesty, the battle rages on inland. We await your orders."" She stood up, supporting Christopher up too. ""Then we're going inland"", she declared, ""and even if this is to be my end, I will not stop until the evil of Malefor has been scrubbed off the face of the Earth and burned forever!""<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>""I will follow you to the ends of the Earth to gain that which I desire"", Kai crooned, almost hypnotically. ""In this case, I want the invincible powers of darkness itself!""</span><br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>Jorgen III had flown back to Neskaupstaður, landing at the port. Jumping off Engartennur's back, the King, now armoured and armed, said to the men, ""Ready the <span style=""font-style: italic"">Västergötland</span> and the <span style=""font-style: italic"">Mjölnir</span>! We're going to Dante's Freezer!""</div></blockquote><br/>""Your majesty..."" Christopher started, then a messenger ran up.<br/>""Arendelle has fallen, Kai has surrendered!"" The messenger said.<br/>""That means... Malefor has won..."" Christopher said fearfully.<br/><br/>In the Well of Souls.<br/>""So... Kai, you wish the powers of darkness?"" Malefor asked."
4754,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=200,2014-11-28T23:44:00,Bunkeranlage,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">An unknown location on the high seas</span></span><br/><br/>Drago stood by the wheels of the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Flying Dutchman</span>, a ruined and terrible figure, yet full of energy, a dark energy. A dark energy that had not grown any less since his oath to end the line of Hiccup III and to destroy dragons forever.<br/><br/>He still recalled how he, as a 16 year old boy, went hunting with his father, a half blooded Swedish Russian, on the backs of dragons. All was fine, until that one fateful day, when the mount turned on Drago's father and burned him to death. Ripping the dragon apart with his bare hands, Drago swore never to stop killing dragons until every species, every genus of dragons had been wiped off the face of the Earth.<br/><br/>For the next 30 years, Drago built up an army of Men to invade the three Dragon Sanctuaries; Warfang, the Wilderwest and Critellardon (OOC: Spain, Iceland and Germany). His plans were ruined, however, for dragons of an ancient Icelandic breed razed Drago's barracks to the ground, killing all 480,000 of his troops. What Drago did not know, however, was that these dragons did not come from Iceland, but from somewhere uncharted. Not knowing this, he, the sole survivor of this onslaught, threw a javelin at a dragon, burying its pike into the dragon's abdomen. Screaming, the wounded beast turned around and shredded Drago's arm, pulling it off and leaving the man for dead.<br/><br/>He woke up, however. Crafting a prosthetic arm from metal cogs, gears and the charred remains of his 480,000 fallen comrades, Drago built up a new army, though nowhere near as mighty as the first. Setting sail on a fleet of 400 ships, he went to Egypt, gaining the trust of the Egyptian Pharaoh, Akhekhatenamen. Without the Pharaoh's knowledge, however, Drago broke into the tomb of Rameses III, stealing, among other treasures, the powerful Millennium Ring. Killing the Pharaoh and his guards, Drago left the land with his new fleet, convinced that this new magical artefact would grant him immense power. He did not wear it, however, but left it in a chest.<br/><br/>Indeed, his power continued to grow, until a day when he became brave enough to raid the nest of the Bewilderbeast, Lord of the Wilderwest. Killing off the dragons with ease, he captured the mighty Alpha Dragon, chaining it up and binding it with the power of the Millennium Ring. It was then that he met the famed explorer Leifur Eiríksson, who had previously discovered Greenland. The aged Viking chief warned Drago that his endeavours would lead to much danger and suffering. Refusing to listen, Drago had his men murder Eiríksson in his sleep.<br/><br/>Shortly afterwards, Drago created a Dragon Control rod using his own skills and the Millennium Ring's power. With this rod, he could manipulate the mighty Alpha to do his bidding, destroying villages and massacring hundreds of unsuspecting people. Recruiting into his services the wrangler Eret II, Drago was able to build a huge workforce of captured dragons. When Eret II questioned his treatment of the dragons, Drago responded by taking the Millennium Ring and using one of the prongs to carve a dragon into Eret's chest, saying that ""since you love them so much, you can have your very own one, just for you and you alone"". One year later, Eret brought back prisoners, including Hiccup, the son of Stoick the Vast, a former member of the now defunct Nordic Council. Seeing the young man, Drago instantly remembered that Hiccup's father was a survivor of one of his village raids.<br/><br/>Twisting the events to his own favour, Drago managed to fool the Vikings into leading him to the second Dragon Nest, using his Bewilderbeast to kill the other, as well as manipulating Hiccup's Night Fury to murder Stoick. Taking control of the Night Fury, Drago went back to the island of Berk, just off the coast of Iceland, and destroyed it. Before long, however, the influence of his Dragon Rod wore off, and he was thrown into the sea by his Bewilderbeast, who betrayed him.<br/><br/>His prosthetic arm crushed in the battle, Drago swam furiously for 8 days with only one arm, eventually getting picked up by a Critellardon merchant brigantine. Singlehandedly killing the entire crew, he steered the ship to Trondheim, Arendelle, where he continued to plot his revenge against Hiccup, now the King of the Wilderwest. This plotting was short lived, however, as he was approached by Göran Leifsson, the son of the explorer whom he murdered. With all his weapons gone, and his men deserting him, Drago felt that he was left with no choice. Taking the Millennium Ring, he hung it around his neck. The evil intelligence within the Ring, however, deemed his soul unworthy to possess it, and the five prongs of the Ring stabbed Drago in the chest, burning him up from the inside. Göran thought him good as dead, and left the room, taking Drago's stolen brigantine. Drago, however, out of sheer rage and hatred, managed to force the Millennium Ring's power into submission, but not before he had been burned completely from the inside, killing him.<br/><br/>He, however, was able to seal himself into the Ring, suppressing the other spirit living within it. Regaining control of his lifeless body, he began the construction of a new ship. Travelling to Holland by foot, he killed people along the way and took their souls. By the time he reached Holland, he had amassed 2,733 people, which he then used to build a ship for himself using them;<span style=""font-style: italic"">The Flying Dutchman</span>.<br/><br/>The ship that he would be bound to for the next 800 years."
4755,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=200,2014-11-28T23:46:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Dragon Realms Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22611317#p22611317"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22611269#p22611269"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""color: #008000"">Elsa sheathed her sword as the rubble tumbled down and cut her path off. ""Sh*t!"" she cursed under her breath. ""She got away!"" It was just then that Elsa spotted Christopher lying on the floor, injured but alive, nonetheless. She rushed over, kneeled down by his side and embraced him. ""Oh, dear Christopher. You're safe..."" The other soldiers crowded round, before one of them spoke up, ""Your Majesty, the battle rages on inland. We await your orders."" She stood up, supporting Christopher up too. ""Then we're going inland"", she declared, ""and even if this is to be my end, I will not stop until the evil of Malefor has been scrubbed off the face of the Earth and burned forever!""<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>""I will follow you to the ends of the Earth to gain that which I desire"", Kai crooned, almost hypnotically. ""In this case, I want the invincible powers of darkness itself!""</span><br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>Jorgen III had flown back to Neskaupstaður, landing at the port. Jumping off Engartennur's back, the King, now armoured and armed, said to the men, ""Ready the <span style=""font-style: italic"">Västergötland</span> and the <span style=""font-style: italic"">Mjölnir</span>! We're going to Dante's Freezer!""</div></blockquote><br/>""Your majesty..."" Christopher started, then a messenger ran up.<br/>""Arendelle has fallen, Kai has surrendered!"" The messenger said.<br/>""That means... Malefor has won..."" Christopher said fearfully.<br/><br/>In the Well of Souls.<br/>""So... Kai, you wish the powers of darkness?"" Malefor asked.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""color: #008000"">""No... Arendelle..."" Elsa murmured, before collapsing on the ground.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>Kai looked into the well, seeing the demonic yellow eyes inside. ""Yes, Master Malefor! I want this... power!"" Kai took his sword and threw it on the ground, kneeling before the well and closing his eyes, waiting for the dark energy to consume him.</span>"
4756,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=200,2014-11-28T23:54:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"Kai suddenly felt the power of shadow flow through him.<br/>""You will start with this"" Malefor said. ""Master it and I will give you more""<br/><br/>""Elsa, we need to get out of here, I would rather not stick around for when that psychotic she-dragon comes back. Also, this is Spyro *points to a small purple dragon* He is looking for Volteer, a member of the dragon council, and I have agreed to help him."" Christopher said."
4757,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=200,2014-11-29T00:02:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Dragon Realms Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22611593#p22611593"">wrote</a>:</cite>Kai suddenly felt the power of shadow flow through him.<br/>""You will start with this"" Malefor said. ""Master it and I will give you more""<br/><br/>""Elsa, we need to get out of here, I would rather not stick around for when that psychotic she-dragon comes back. Also, this is Spyro *points to a small purple dragon* He is looking for Volteer, a member of the dragon council, and I have agreed to help him.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""color: #008000"">Having woken up from the spell, Bishop Vincenzo drew his sword and went outside. The city was strangely quiet, with no guards around. Corpses lay everywhere, crows coming and picking the flesh off the bones. ""Hello?"" called the aged Bishop. It was just then that he saw the figure of Kai, back facing him, standing at the port. The sleep spell had made him forget the previous events, so he did not know of Kai's betrayal. ""Kai! So good to see you! What has happened?"" Kai turned around. He was exactly the same, except that he was wearing a mask. A blank white mask with nothing, not even a nose, a mouth or eye holes. ""I'm not Kai anymore, old fogey."" declared the dark figure. ""Thanks to the power of Malefor, I've transformed into the Shadow Magus! Now, you will die, and I will grow stronger!"" The Bishop pointed his sword at the Shadow Magus. ""How dare you betray us!"" he said. ""I assure you that you will not go unpunished for your sins!"" The Shadow Magus laughed a maniacal laugh. ""Your powers are weak, old man. You should left Arendelle when you had the chance!"" he taunted. ""Now, prepare to die. We shall see if your precious Bible can protect you now!"" The old Bishop readied himself, but was immediately struck in the chest by a bolt of black light, rendering him unconscious. The Shadow Magus sneered. ""I won't kill you now. I'll just leave you for dead."" <br/><br/>""Goodbye, forever.""<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>Elsa looked up weakly. ""Yes, we should go. Ad thank you for helping us, Spyro."" She suddenly gasped. ""But Drago destroyed the <span style=""font-style: italic"">Björklund</span>! How are we to leave?""</span>"
4758,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=200,2014-11-29T00:09:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22611642#p22611642"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Dragon Realms Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22611593#p22611593"">wrote</a>:</cite>Kai suddenly felt the power of shadow flow through him.<br/>""You will start with this"" Malefor said. ""Master it and I will give you more""<br/><br/>""Elsa, we need to get out of here, I would rather not stick around for when that psychotic she-dragon comes back. Also, this is Spyro *points to a small purple dragon* He is looking for Volteer, a member of the dragon council, and I have agreed to help him.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""color: #008000"">Having woken up from the spell, Bishop Vincenzo drew his sword and went outside. The city was strangely quiet, with no guards around. Corpses lay everywhere, crows coming and picking the flesh off the bones. ""Hello?"" called the aged Bishop. It was just then that he saw the figure of Kai, back facing him, standing at the port. The sleep spell had made him forget the previous events, so he did not know of Kai's betrayal. ""Kai! So good to see you! What has happened?"" Kai turned around. He was exactly the same, except that he was wearing a mask. A blank white mask with nothing, not even a nose, a mouth or eye holes. ""I'm not Kai anymore, old fogey."" declared the dark figure. ""Thanks to the power of Malefor, I've transformed into the Shadow Magus! Now, you will die, and I will grow stronger!"" The Bishop pointed his sword at the Shadow Magus. ""How dare you betray us!"" he said. ""I assure you that you will not go unpunished for your sins!"" The Shadow Magus laughed a maniacal laugh. ""Your powers are weak, old man. You should left Arendelle when you had the chance!"" he taunted. ""Now, prepare to die. We shall see if your precious Bible can protect you now!"" The old Bishop readied himself, but was immediately struck in the chest by a bolt of black light, rendering him unconscious. The Shadow Magus sneered. ""I won't kill you now. I'll just leave you for dead."" <br/><br/>""Goodbye, forever.""<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>Elsa looked up weakly. ""Yes, we should go. Ad thank you for helping us, Spyro."" She suddenly gasped. ""But Drago destroyed the <span style=""font-style: italic"">Björklund</span>! How are we to leave?""</span></div></blockquote><br/>""First let's go through this path, it's the only way out of the Fortress that doesn't likely lead to certain doom.""<br/>""It's the only way I haven't went yet, do you think We'll find Volteer?"" Spyro asked.<br/>""If he's on Dante's Freezer than yes."" Christopher replied. ""Come on Elsa, I would rather not leave you behind, oh and thank you for saving my life... again."""
4759,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=200,2014-11-29T00:25:00,Bunkeranlage,"<span style=""color: #008000"">Just then, one of the Guards of the Wilderwest pointed out, ""But what about the ISS <span style=""font-style: italic"">Wilhelmus</span>? That's still intact! Leading them to the ship, the Guard helped the groggy Queen Elsa into the ship's cabin, before ordering, ""Men! Make way for Reykjavík! I'll be damned to Hell before I let anyone say that I lost two monarchs to a tsunami!""<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>The Shadow Magus, now commanding a huge platoon of human DRE soldiers, took command of the frigate MFS <span style=""font-style: italic"">Dark Titan of Terror</span> and sailed towards Iceland. ""Today"", he said, ""Iceland will fall to my power! I will not fail my Master!""</span><br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>Jorgen III, on board the ISS<span style=""font-style: italic"">Västergötland</span>, was informed by Elsa that Dante's Freezer had been overrun without hope. Hearing of this news, he directed the two ships back to Reykjavík, and told Elsa and Christopher to meet him there.<br/><br/>(They were able to communicate via a projection created by Elsa and Christopher together.)"
4760,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=200,2014-11-29T00:31:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22611816#p22611816"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""color: #008000"">Just then, one of the Guards of the Wilderwest pointed out, ""But what about the ISS <span style=""font-style: italic"">Wilhelmus</span>? That's still intact! Leading them to the ship, the Guard helped the groggy Queen Elsa into the ship's cabin, before ordering, ""Men! Make way for Reykjavík! I'll be damned to Hell before I let anyone say that I lost two monarchs to a tsunami!""<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>The Shadow Magus, now commanding a huge platoon of human DRE soldiers, took command of the frigate MFS <span style=""font-style: italic"">Dark Titan of Terror</span> and sailed towards Iceland. ""Today"", he said, ""Iceland will fall to my power! I will not fail my Master!""</span><br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>Jorgen III, on board the ISS <span style=""font-style: italic"">Västergötland</span>, was informed by Elsa that Dante's Freezer had been overrun without hope. Hearing of this news, he directed the two ships back to Reykjavík, and told Elsa and Christopher to meet him there.<br/><br/>(They were able to communicate via a projection created by Elsa and Christopher together.)</div></blockquote><br/>Spyro quickly caught up by flying, he was accompanied by a red dragon and a yellow dragon<br/>""This is Ignitus, *Gestures the red one* and this is Volteer *gerstures to the yellow one* They are Dragon council members so they should come with us"" SPyro said.<br/>""Yes, if anyone hates the The DRE Monarchy it's the Dragon Council."" Christopher replied."
4761,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=200,2014-11-29T00:31:00,Oceasian Scandinavia,"The ocean around the island retreated until soldiers can see corals and sea creatures, dying due to lack of water. People immediately run into a high ground, because they know what's coming next. Suddenly, the ocean level begins to rise again, and it's rising fast. Soon, the water reaches it's original area, before flooding it's way inland. Small ships can't hold the sheer power of it, and gets flooded inland as well. Military equipment from either side of the war is lost in the chaos. Some soldiers didn't run fast enough, and drowns. As of now, the waves hasn't retreated yet.<br/><br/>The Kraken also makes it's way inland, destroying many military equipment. The creature is attracted to forces of magic, but there's clearly no signs of it here. Unless, someone is hiding a dark secret.<br/><br/>OOC: Sorry for the short post."
4762,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=200,2014-11-29T00:33:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Oceasian Scandinavia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22611862#p22611862"">wrote</a>:</cite>The ocean around the island retreated until soldiers can see corals and sea creatures, dying due to lack of water. People immediately run into a high ground, because they know what's coming next. Suddenly, the ocean level begins to rise again, and it's rising fast. Soon, the water reaches it's original area, before flooding it's way inland. Small ships can't hold the sheer power of it, and gets flooded inland as well. Military equipment from either side of the war is lost in the chaos. Some soldiers didn't run fast enough, and drowns. As of now, the waves hasn't retreated yet.<br/><br/>The Kraken also makes it's way inland, destroying many military equipment. The creature is attracted to forces of magic, but there's clearly no signs of it here. Unless, someone is hiding a dark secret. <br/><br/>OOC: Sorry for the short post.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: Cynder's still on the island."
4763,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=200,2014-11-29T00:34:00,Oceasian Scandinavia,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Dragon Realms Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22611868#p22611868"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Oceasian Scandinavia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22611862#p22611862"">wrote</a>:</cite>The ocean around the island retreated until soldiers can see corals and sea creatures, dying due to lack of water. People immediately run into a high ground, because they know what's coming next. Suddenly, the ocean level begins to rise again, and it's rising fast. Soon, the water reaches it's original area, before flooding it's way inland. Small ships can't hold the sheer power of it, and gets flooded inland as well. Military equipment from either side of the war is lost in the chaos. Some soldiers didn't run fast enough, and drowns. As of now, the waves hasn't retreated yet.<br/><br/>The Kraken also makes it's way inland, destroying many military equipment. The creature is attracted to forces of magic, but there's clearly no signs of it here. Unless, someone is hiding a dark secret. <br/><br/>OOC: Sorry for the short post.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: Cynder's still on the island.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: So...what happens to her? You can do whatever you want with her."
4764,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=200,2014-11-29T00:35:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Oceasian Scandinavia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22611877#p22611877"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Dragon Realms Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22611868#p22611868"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: Cynder's still on the island.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: So...what happens to her? You can do whatever you want with her.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: I am saying she could be the source of magic. Also she would just fly above the water, nothing interesting."
4765,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=200,2014-11-29T00:40:00,Oceasian Scandinavia,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Dragon Realms Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22611883#p22611883"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Oceasian Scandinavia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22611877#p22611877"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: So...what happens to her? You can do whatever you want with her.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: I am saying she could be the source of magic. Also she would just fly above the water, nothing interesting.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: Let's no do OOC in the IC thread anymore. Also, she's not it."
4766,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=200,2014-11-29T00:42:00,Bunkeranlage,"<span style=""color: #008000"">The Shadow Magus, from the MFS <span style=""font-style: italic"">Dark Titan of Terror</span>, drew in a deep breath from behind his featureless white mask. ""Dante's Freezer... is no more. And the Queen is headed for... Iceland.""<br/><br/>He stormed out of the cabin, yelling to the soldiers, ""Alter course! We are going to intercept Queen Elsa! All hands on deck!"" <br/><br/>As the red sails of the <span style=""font-style: italic"">Dark Titan of Terror</span> were raised, the Shadow Magus watched from behind the mask. Somehow, he was still able to see, despite there being no eye slits on his mask. Reciting spells to himself in languages he never learned in his life, the monster that Elsa's former advisor had become was now going to kill her. </span><br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>Mounting Engartennur, Jorgen flew back to Reykjavík. Going into the palace, he ordered his butlers, ""Prepare four rooms in the guesthouse! We have important guests taking refuge here!"" As the butlers went about their business, Jorgen took a map, drew the route Elsa was taking, and studied it. ""This route is the safest one around. She couldn't have made a better choice.""<br/><br/>Little did he know that a traitor was headed that way too, intent on killing her."
4767,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=200,2014-11-29T00:44:00,Kingston-Atlantis,"In Critellardon...<br/><br/>The King stared at the messages written from all over Europe. ""Flood engulfs Dante Tiberus! Huge damage expected, and a loss of over 500 civilians"" the report went on. He then looked at the map and sighed. ""What is happening now...?"" He asked his secretary, who shook his head. ""I'm not sure, sir... The exiled leaders of the DRE and Arendelle are currently meeting in Iceland. We should make our way there soon."" The King nodded. He started to pack his bag, and said, ""I'll be writing the letter to Jorgen soon...""<br/><br/>OOC : sorry for the really short post... I'm on my phone... bunk pretend that I wrote a letter to you to ask if we could go to Iceland."
4768,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=200,2014-11-29T00:47:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22611921#p22611921"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""color: #008000"">The Shadow Magus, from the MFS <span style=""font-style: italic"">Dark Titan of Terror</span>, drew in a deep breath from behind his featureless white mask. ""Dante's Freezer... is no more. And the Queen is headed for... Iceland.""<br/><br/>He stormed out of the cabin, yelling to the soldiers, ""Alter course! We are going to intercept Queen Elsa! All hands on deck!"" <br/><br/>As the red sails of the <span style=""font-style: italic"">Dark Titan of Terror</span> were raised, the Shadow Magus watched from behind the mask. Somehow, he was still able to see, despite there being no eye slits on his mask. Reciting spells to himself in languages he never learned in his life, the monster that Elsa's former advisor had become was now going to kill her. </span><br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>Mounting Engartennur, Jorgen flew back to Reykjavík. Going into the palace, he ordered his butlers, ""Prepare four rooms in the guesthouse! We have important guests taking refuge here!"" As the butlers went about their business, Jorgen took a map, drew the route Elsa was taking, and studied it. ""This route is the safest one around. She couldn't have made a better choice.""<br/><br/>Little did he know that a traitor was headed that way too, intent on killing her.</div></blockquote><br/>Christopher slowly falling asleep next to Elsa until Ignitus commented how adorable it was.<br/>""Hmm, what is?"" Christopher said<br/>""Oh nothing"" Ignitus replied.<br/>""Elsa, I do need to talk to you though, Spyro said that the troops that attacked were both OS and DRE, but that someone other than Johannesen had ordered them to obey Cynder... this could be bad."" Christopher said, struggling to stay awake."
4769,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=200,2014-11-29T00:52:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Christoph Felix V,<br/><br/>You are more than welcome to come to Iceland to take refuge. I am planning to establish a European Security Council to ensure the defeat of Malefor and the future peace of Europe.<br/><br/>I will be sure to prepare a room for you.<br/><br/>Yours Faithfully,<br/><br/>- Jorgen III</blockquote><br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""color: #008000"">All of a sudden, sailors on the ISS <span style=""font-style: italic"">Wilhelmus</span> sounded an alarm. A DRE warship had been spotted, and an enormous one at that, with over 50 cannons as compared to the 20 on the <span style=""font-style: italic"">Wilhelmus</span>. Elsa awoke with a start, looking at the huge red warship that was looming on the horizon. ""Hurry! Do whatever you must! We must get away from them!"" Waking Christopher up, she pointed to the DRE warship. ""They're onto us!""<br/><br/>Meanwhile, the Shadow Magus was using his telescope to watch the people on board the <span style=""font-style: italic"">Wilhelmus</span>. Laughing, he tossed it back to a lieutenant and turned the wheel.<br/><br/>""Soon, Queen Elsa will be consumed by the water, and I will have Iceland for myself!""</span>"
4770,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=200,2014-11-29T01:00:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"""What, how did-"" Chrisopher started,<br/>""I'll handle this"" Ignitus interrupted ""Elsa, make sure Christopher stays here, he doesn't have his strength back yet""<br/>""So... We're stuck here now..."" Christopher said.<br/><br/>Meanwhile Cynder was also quickly pursuing the ship. She wanted to kill Elsa too. No one humiliates her once, let alone twice."
4771,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=200,2014-11-29T01:07:00,Bunkeranlage,"<span style=""color: #008000"">Elsa and Christopher went back into the cabin, while the three dragons and the Guards took control of the ship.<br/><br/>The Shadow Magus steered his ship towards the <span style=""font-style: italic"">Wilhelmus</span>. The closer he got, the stronger he felt. ""Finally, the Queen will die at my hands! Her blood will be upon me!"" Picking up a staff and steering the ship closer to the <span style=""font-style: italic"">Wilhelmus</span>, the Shadow Magus used his dark magic to overtake the Icelandic ship, catching up to them in no time. The cannons on the <span style=""font-style: italic"">Dark Titan of Terror</span> were run out, and as soon as they were close enough, the red warship opened fire. The <span style=""font-style: italic"">Wilhelmus</span> proceeded to fire back at the DRE ship. Wilderwest Guards took up crossbows, muskets and javelins and began pelting the DRE soldiers with projectiles. They responded by shooting back at the Guards. As the battle raged on, the Shadow Magus cackled, before using his staff to produce storm clouds. Soon, the two ships were in total darkness except for muzzle flashes and lanterns. Lightning struck in various parts, one hitting the mast of the <span style=""font-style: italic"">Dark Titan</span>. It was then that the Shadow Magus saw the three dragons.</span>"
4772,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=200,2014-11-29T01:10:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Cynder, Shadow Magus,<br/>Stand down! I am waiting for them to gather at Iceland to finish them off in one fell swoop<br/>Malefor</blockquote><br/><br/>""Elsa... I'm sorry..."" Christopher had said."
4773,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=200,2014-11-29T01:16:00,Bunkeranlage,"<span style=""color: #008000"">The <span style=""font-style: italic"">Wilhelmus</span> was on the verge of sinking. Most of the cannons had blown up from impact with cannonballs from the other ship, and 13 out of 31 sailors and Guards lay dead. Elsa looked out of the cabin window from behind the curtains, expecting the worst. Unexpectedly, the <span style=""font-style: italic"">Dark Titan of Terror</span> stopped firing and turned away, sailing in the opposite direction. Coming out of the cabin, Elsa said, ""How did that... that must have been a... a miracle...""<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>As you say, my master"". The Shadow Magus reluctantly ordered, ""Cease fire! We are to let them reach Iceland!"" The red warship turned around and headed away from Elsa. ""Enjoy your cosy little existence while you can"", he mouthed after her. ""Soon, even that will be taken from you!""</span>"
4774,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=200,2014-11-29T01:17:00,Oceasian Scandinavia,"After searching around the island, the Kraken didn't get what it wanted. It noticed the water levels slowly shrinking. And so, it immediately went back into the water. The people who survived the tsunami saw the creature and got confused as to what just happened. In fact, only a few people know what just happened on the island.<br/><br/>""Sir, I've just received news that the Kraken just created a tsunami that basically screwed everyone."" The commander said.<br/>""A tsunami? Okay then. Get our soldiers to retake and secure the island, fast. I'm sure not even dragon military equipment could survive such a thing."" Johannesen said.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">I can't believe it! The damn thing worked perfectly! I can use the Borostis to do whatever i want with those creatures!</span>Johannesen thought. Impatient with Malefor's control over the island, he had ordered someone he trusted to get the Borostis to attract the Kraken. The mysterious artifact that only very few people know about.<br/><br/>When the DRE falls, far in the past...<br/><br/>""Secure that port! Enemy naval forces could arrive any minute now!"" A soldier said. The DRE has just fallen, and OS soldiers are capturing Dante's Freezer.<br/>""I've found something!"" Another soldier said. He found a flashy crystal ball. The ball is then brought to the capital, where the PM is.<br/>""So, i take it that you want to know more about this ball?"" The PM said. The soldiers want to sell the ball for a very high price.<br/>""Very well."" The PM said. The soldiers are then shot dead.<br/><br/>Days later, a piece of paper is found, close to where the ball is found, explaining how the ball works. However, nobody can get it to work. The ball is then kept on the island, as a national secret. Until, someone managed to figure out how the ball works. It caused the Kraken to go nuts, creating a tsunami. However, the ball is then set to another ""frequency"", so no one would know that the Kraken caused the tsunami. And now, after many years, Johannesen had ordered for the ball to screw up Dante's Freezer, allowing OS troops to retake the island from the DRE."
4775,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=200,2014-11-29T01:26:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22612099#p22612099"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""color: #008000"">The <span style=""font-style: italic"">Wilhelmus</span> was on the verge of sinking. Most of the cannons had blown up from impact with cannonballs from the other ship, and 13 out of 31 sailors and Guards lay dead. Elsa looked out of the cabin window from behind the curtains, expecting the worst. Unexpectedly, the <span style=""font-style: italic"">Dark Titan of Terror</span> stopped firing and turned away, sailing in the opposite direction. Coming out of the cabin, Elsa said, ""How did that... that must have been a... a miracle...""<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>As you say, my master"". The Shadow Magus reluctantly ordered, ""Cease fire! We are to let them reach Iceland!"" The red warship turned around and headed away from Elsa. ""Enjoy your cosy little existence while you can"", he mouthed after her. ""Soon, even that will be taken from you!""</span></div></blockquote><br/>After Ignitus comes back and assures Christopher that it's okay to fall asleep again, He once more falls asleep next to Elsa.<br/>Ignitus then whispered to Elsa ""I think he may have a crush a you"" And as he said this Christopher rolled over. Ignitus smiled. ""When Gaul was preparing to attack Arendelle he supposedly knew Malefor ordered his death, and yet he still rushed to Dante's Freezer to hope to distract Malefor's army from you."""
4776,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=200,2014-11-29T03:21:00,Chaeyoung,"The iceberg drifted by slowly, its white mirror reflecting a beam of sunlight onto a small steel ship. There was, in his opinion, no better way to enjoy life, mused Captain Jeong as slouched back further in his chair.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Nothing but the sea, his ship, and his dreams....</span>He was awoken suddenly by roars that vibrated through him, jumping to his feet for fear there might be something wrong with the engine. But he soon realised that it came not from the ship, but somewhere far off. Through the brass telescope mounted in his porthole, he caught glimpses of fire streaking over the horizon.<br/><br/>The captain walked up the corridors to the command station, a small room which had been cramped even further by the various navigation and control instruments. He brushed aside some dust, and coughing, pulled out a small news-fixer, which magically compiled . The sheet was torn out impatiently almost before it had been printed, and cool brown eyes scanned it for relevant information.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Random King Assassinated, blah blah... New Grape Variety Discovered!? I knew that shop was dodgy. Ah, here we go- Meeting of World Powers in Iceland. Well, looks interesting enough. </span>The front wall and ceiling had been replaced with a glass dome, illuminating the labelled brass levers magnificently. He punched the coordinates into the mechanical astrolabe, pushing the engine lever up as he did so. As the engine powered up the great propellers, the sails began to inflate, filling with waste hydrogen from the engine. Creaking and protesting all the way, the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Royale Drake</span>slowly began to rise into the air, where it hung for a moment, before turning towards Iceland and flying off."
4777,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=200,2014-11-29T04:50:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote><div><cite>Chaeyoung <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22612670#p22612670"">wrote</a>:</cite>The iceberg drifted by slowly, its white mirror reflecting a beam of sunlight onto a small steel ship. <span style=""font-style: italic"">There was, in his opinion, no better way to enjoy life</span>, mused Captain Jeong as slouched back further in his chair. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Nothing but the sea, his ship, and his dreams....</span> He was awoken suddenly by roars that vibrated through him, jumping to his feet for fear there might be something wrong with the engine. But he soon realised that it came not from the ship, but somewhere far off. Through the brass telescope mounted in his porthole, he caught glimpses of fire streaking over the horizon. <br/>The captain walked up the corridors to the command station, a small room which had been cramped even further by the various navigation and control instruments. The front wall and ceiling had been replaced with a glass dome, illuminating the labelled brass levers magnificently. As the engine powered up the great propellers, the sails began to inflate, filling with waste hydrogen from the engine. Creaking and protesting all the way, the <span style=""font-style: italic"">Royale Drake</span> slowly began to rise into the air, where it hung for a moment, before turning towards Dante’s Freezer and flying off.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC: Hi, you're gonna have to sign up before you can post. The link to the Out of Character thread is on the first page.<img alt="":)"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_smile.gif"" title=""Smile""/>"
4778,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=225,2014-11-29T04:58:00,New Chilokver,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22613004#p22613004"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Chaeyoung <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22612670#p22612670"">wrote</a>:</cite>The iceberg drifted by slowly, its white mirror reflecting a beam of sunlight onto a small steel ship. <span style=""font-style: italic"">There was, in his opinion, no better way to enjoy life</span>, mused Captain Jeong as slouched back further in his chair. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Nothing but the sea, his ship, and his dreams....</span> He was awoken suddenly by roars that vibrated through him, jumping to his feet for fear there might be something wrong with the engine. But he soon realised that it came not from the ship, but somewhere far off. Through the brass telescope mounted in his porthole, he caught glimpses of fire streaking over the horizon. <br/>The captain walked up the corridors to the command station, a small room which had been cramped even further by the various navigation and control instruments. The front wall and ceiling had been replaced with a glass dome, illuminating the labelled brass levers magnificently. As the engine powered up the great propellers, the sails began to inflate, filling with waste hydrogen from the engine. Creaking and protesting all the way, the <span style=""font-style: italic"">Royale Drake</span> slowly began to rise into the air, where it hung for a moment, before turning towards Dante’s Freezer and flying off.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC: Hi, you're gonna have to sign up before you can post. The link to the Out of Character thread is on the first page. <img alt="":)"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_smile.gif"" title=""Smile""/></div></blockquote><br/>OOC: It's me.<img alt="":)"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_smile.gif"" title=""Smile""/>"
4779,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=225,2014-11-29T05:16:00,Oceasian Scandinavia,"After the tsunami retreated, OS soldiers are put on the island to secure it, in case of any more threats. PM Johannesen had specifically ordered for allied naval forces to retreat from the area, claiming that it was safe from the DRE. Of course, this was all a scam by Johannesen. As stated in the secret deal he made with Malefor, the island will once again be used by Malefor to his dragon army to reunite the DRE. The PM sent Malefor a letter, telling him that ""the coast is clear"". The Borostis is also secured by the ""secret police"". However, the Kraken's whereabouts are still unknown. And now, Johannesen's secret operation begins. He had ordered a group of the military to go to Iceland's capital, and make as much damage to their military as possible. They were told that a secret getaway ship has been prepared, but it was a lie. Johannesen had sent these people to their deaths.<br/><br/>In Reykjavik, Iceland, a group of the OS military has just arrived. They said that they were sent by PM Johannesen to defend the city in case of a DRE attack. However, they have something else in mind. They got on board ONS<span style=""font-style: italic"">Dumhed</span>, a small navy ship, and begins circling around the ports of the city. They're looking for something big to destroy. They know they won't even get close to Iceland's military equipment on land, but in water, they can do a lot of damage to the ports. Once they found the largest port in the city to destroy, all hell breaks loose. Cannonballs started to rain down upon the port, causing a lot of damage to the ships docking there. Hundreds of cannonballs are fired onto the port. They were told to do as much damage as possible, and so they went to the nearest port to destroy. However, ammunition is limited. And once they ran out of ammunition, they head to the place where they were told that there's gonna be a getaway ship. A fast one. But it was a lie. They were greeted with ships from the Icelandic navy."
4780,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=225,2014-11-29T05:18:00,Bunkeranlage,"Drago, sailing towards Iceland, could not wait to eliminate Jorgen III. He had been sharpening a dagger with which he planned to stab the King. Fingering the prongs of the Millennium Ring, he smiled to himself.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Jorgen will fall.</span><br/><br/>The<span style=""font-style: italic"">Flying Dutchman</span>continued to cruise forward, a dark fog accompanying the ghostly phantom vessel everywhere it went. Pirates dashed about the deck, carrying out tasks set for them by the Quartermaster.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">I have foreseen it.</span><br/><br/>Even in the pitch black darkness of the foggy night, the ship was able to navigate with supernatural precision, not moving one degree off. The Millennium Ring did not fail him.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">It is his destiny for his line to end, as it is my destiny to end it.</span><br/><br/>His thoughts were interrupted by the appearance of another ship. Running out the ghost cannons, Drago held out his staff and waited for the order. Before anybody could fire, however, a transparent yet black wall of dark energy fenced the two ships off from each other. Drago gasped in shock, grabbing the Millennium Ring and holding it up in front of him. ""Who goes there?"" he asked.<br/><br/>The reply was simple yet terrifying. ""A servant of Malefor.""<br/><br/>Drago spat on the deck. ""Where are you headed? And just who are you?""<br/><br/>""I am headed for Iceland, just like you! And as for who I am...""<br/><br/>At this point, the Shadow Magus ripped the mask off his face, revealing Kai's face. It was still recognisable, but was significantly more shadowy. His eyes were red and baggy, and saliva dribbled out of his mouth. ""Yes, Drago, it's me. However, I now serve Malefor. Together, we will take Iceland for ourselves!""<br/><br/>Drago replied, ""I'm not interested. For 800 years, I have fuelled this corpse and prevented it from wasting away, simply because I want to destroy the line of Hiccup before I pass on. You, on the other hand, are obsessed with serving the Dark Master, and you will do anything to gain more of his power. To what extent, I have no clue.""<br/><br/>""However, I suppose we could have an accord for now."""
4781,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=225,2014-11-29T05:18:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Chilokver <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22613026#p22613026"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22613004#p22613004"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>OOC: Hi, you're gonna have to sign up before you can post. The link to the Out of Character thread is on the first page. <img alt="":)"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_smile.gif"" title=""Smile""/></div></blockquote><br/>OOC: It's me. <img alt="":)"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_smile.gif"" title=""Smile""/></div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC: Oh, okay then.<img alt="":)"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_smile.gif"" title=""Smile""/>"
4782,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=225,2014-11-29T06:08:00,Chaeyoung,"<blockquote><div><cite>Chaeyoung <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22612670#p22612670"">wrote</a>:</cite>The iceberg drifted by slowly, its white mirror reflecting a beam of sunlight onto a small steel ship. There was, in his opinion, no better way to enjoy life, mused Captain Jeong as slouched back further in his chair. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Nothing but the sea, his ship, and his dreams....</span> He was awoken suddenly by roars that vibrated through him, jumping to his feet for fear there might be something wrong with the engine. But he soon realised that it came not from the ship, but somewhere far off. Through the brass telescope mounted in his porthole, he caught glimpses of fire streaking over the horizon. <br/><br/>The captain walked up the corridors to the command station, a small room which had been cramped even further by the various navigation and control instruments. He brushed aside some dust, and coughing, pulled out a small news-fixer, which magically compiled . The sheet was torn out impatiently almost before it had been printed, and cool brown eyes scanned it for relevant information. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Random King Assassinated, blah blah... New Grape Variety Discovered!? I knew that shop was dodgy. Ah, here we go- Meeting of World Powers in Iceland. Well, looks interesting enough. </span> The front wall and ceiling had been replaced with a glass dome, illuminating the labelled brass levers magnificently. He punched the coordinates into the mechanical astrolabe, pushing the engine lever up as he did so. As the engine powered up the great propellers, the sails began to inflate, filling with waste hydrogen from the engine. Creaking and protesting all the way, the <span style=""font-style: italic"">Royale Drake</span> slowly began to rise into the air, where it hung for a moment, before turning towards Iceland and flying off.</div></blockquote><br/>Re-edited and updated. Please notify<a href=""//www.nationstates.net/nation= New Chilokver""> New Chilokver</a>in the case of incorrect information."
4783,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=225,2014-11-29T09:55:00,Rygondria,"The emperor of Monera looked at a map of Europe and saw that warfang was expanding across Europe and even overran the snow queens kingdom. Not wanting to be left behind in the race for new territory he looked back at the map and saw Greece. For centuries that wanted to add Greece to the empire to complete Balkan unification and he felt that this was the perfect opportunity He ordered the Moneran navy to bombard Greek coastal villages and troops to storm out of the forts and invade the Greek country side. As the ordered where received the generals started to shout their ordered and the navy began the blockade the invasion of Greece had begun.<br/><br/>To: The kingdom of warfang,, Iceland, and abment<br/>From: The royal archaeology society of Monera<br/>Dear sirs we are requesting in our ever growing desire for knowledge that you allow us to establish archaeology digs in your kingdoms and republic. You will get an advanced payment of a thousand gold and our thanks please consider our offer and it will be beneficial for further knowledge of the past.<br/>Sincerely yours,Baron von Holstein head of the Moneran society of archaeology."
4784,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=225,2014-11-29T11:26:00,Shark isle,"Omar was about to head to Iceland for a diplomatic meeting when a soldier stopped him. The Soldier said to him in a serious tone of voice"", Sir a group of archaeologists discovered something you may want to see. Omar nodded and went into the archaeological site in the jungle outside of the capital city. When Omar arrived he saw archaeologists surveying the ruins of a colony. Omar walked into the site and to his horror he saw one of the archaeologists dig up a piece of armor that belonged to the Dragon Realms Empire. He ordered the soldiers that were there to destroy the ruins of the colony and burn any artifacts. He then payed off the archaeologists not to talk about the ruins. He than went back to his office not knowing someone was waiting for him. Suddenly Omar was ambushed by Hector and a group of thugs Hector hired. Hector than forced to drink a formula which would makke Omar do Hector's bidding for one hour and would make him for get all that happened when it wore off. While Omar was writing a declaration that said he would not be involved in the war with the DRE Hector found documents of the ruined colony. When Hector got him he went in front of the mirror and said into it, "" Malefor i found a document saying that there was a colony belonging to the Dragon Realms Empire here in Abmen 200 years a go"" Then he waited for a response."
4785,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=225,2014-11-29T11:33:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Rygondria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22614958#p22614958"">wrote</a>:</cite>The emperor of Monera looked at a map of Europe and saw that warfang was expanding across Europe and even overran the snow queens kingdom. Not wanting to be left behind in the race for new territory he looked back at the map and saw Greece. For centuries that wanted to add Greece to the empire to complete Balkan unification and he felt that this was the perfect opportunity He ordered the Moneran navy to bombard Greek coastal villages and troops to storm out of the forts and invade the Greek country side. As the ordered where received the generals started to shout their ordered and the navy began the blockade the invasion of Greece had begun.<br/><br/>To: The kingdom of warfang,, Iceland, and abment<br/>From: The royal archaeology society of Monera<br/>Dear sirs we are requesting in our ever growing desire for knowledge that you allow us to establish archaeology digs in your kingdoms and republic. You will get an advanced payment of a thousand gold and our thanks please consider our offer and it will be beneficial for further knowledge of the past.<br/>Sincerely yours,Baron von Holstein head of the Moneran society of archaeology.</div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Monera<br/>Go ahead, there is a lot to learn in the DRE<br/>The Dragon Prince Malefor</blockquote>"
4786,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=225,2014-11-29T11:37:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Shark isle <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22616047#p22616047"">wrote</a>:</cite>Omar was about to head to Iceland for a diplomatic meeting when a soldier stopped him. The Soldier said to him in a serious tone of voice"", Sir a group of archaeologists discovered something you may want to see. Omar nodded and went into the archaeological site in the jungle outside of the capital city. When Omar arrived he saw archaeologists surveying the ruins of a colony. Omar walked into the site and to his horror he saw one of the archaeologists dig up a piece of armor that belonged to the Dragon Realms Empire. He ordered the soldiers that were there to destroy the ruins of the colony and burn any artifacts. He then payed off the archaeologists not to talk about the ruins. He than went back to his office not knowing someone was waiting for him. Suddenly Omar was ambushed by Hector and a group of thugs Hector hired. Hector than forced to drink a formula which would makke Omar do Hector's bidding for one hour and would make him for get all that happened when it wore off. While Omar was writing a declaration that said he would be involved in the war with the DRE Hector found documents of the ruined colony. When Hector got him he went in front of the mirror and said into it, "" Malefor i found a document saying that there was a colony belonging to the Dragon Realms Empire here in Abmen 200 years a go"" Then he waited for a response.</div></blockquote><br/>""That colony... Well then, I think that means I am taking the colony back. You have done well""<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Omar<br/>It has come to my attention that there is a former colony of the DRE, and therefore I am taking it back, you can hand it over peacefully and end our business with you or we can take it by force. Choice is yours.<br/>Dragon Prince Malefor</blockquote><br/>With the signal OS, Malefor reclaimed Dante's Freezer as well."
4787,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=225,2014-11-29T16:49:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote><div><cite>Rygondria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22614958#p22614958"">wrote</a>:</cite>-snippity snip-<br/>To: The kingdom of warfang,, Iceland, and abment<br/>From: The royal archaeology society of Monera<br/>Dear sirs we are requesting in our ever growing desire for knowledge that you allow us to establish archaeology digs in your kingdoms and republic. You will get an advanced payment of a thousand gold and our thanks please consider our offer and it will be beneficial for further knowledge of the past.<br/>Sincerely yours,Baron von Holstein head of the Moneran society of archaeology.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Baron von Holstein,<br/><br/>Greetings! I see that you are interested in learning more about the archaeology of our Kingdom. While I am honoured that other nations are interested in the rich heritage of the WIlderwest, I have some objections to this.<br/><br/><ul>1. The situation in Europe is balancing on a knife's edge. One wrong move, and Malefor's armies could score another victory.<br/>2. I cannot trust outsiders to dig up the ancient treasures of the WIlderwest so easily.<br/>3. I, as the King of Iceland, am also the guardian of the Archives, and it is forbidden for me to let outsiders dig up our treasures.<br/></ul><br/>While I may not allow you to dig up actual physical treasures here, I will still allow you to access the documents, records and books in the Library of the Chief. <br/><br/>Currently, however, a military alliance would be better to discuss. As the founder of the European Security Council, I am hereby inviting you to come to Reykjavík to discuss Europe's future and safety, and also to decide on one final decisive move to end Malefor in his tracks.<br/><br/>Yours Faithfully,<br/><br/>Jorgen III, King of Iceland and her Colonies</blockquote>"
4788,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=225,2014-11-29T16:58:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"Ignitus noticed Elsa awake in the middle of the night while Christopher slept rather comfortably beside her.<br/>""Is something wrong?"" Ignitus asked.<br/><br/>Meanwhile.<br/>Cynder contacted her master<br/>""Yes Cynder?"" Malefor asked<br/>""Why are you sending me to Tall Plains?' She asked.<br/>""Because I am storing supplies there. I highly doubt Elsa will go there so you should be fine"" Malefor said as he left."
4789,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=225,2014-11-29T16:59:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Chaeyoung <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22612670#p22612670"">wrote</a>:</cite>The iceberg drifted by slowly, its white mirror reflecting a beam of sunlight onto a small steel ship. There was, in his opinion, no better way to enjoy life, mused Captain Jeong as slouched back further in his chair. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Nothing but the sea, his ship, and his dreams....</span> He was awoken suddenly by roars that vibrated through him, jumping to his feet for fear there might be something wrong with the engine. But he soon realised that it came not from the ship, but somewhere far off. Through the brass telescope mounted in his porthole, he caught glimpses of fire streaking over the horizon. <br/><br/>The captain walked up the corridors to the command station, a small room which had been cramped even further by the various navigation and control instruments. He brushed aside some dust, and coughing, pulled out a small news-fixer, which magically compiled . The sheet was torn out impatiently almost before it had been printed, and cool brown eyes scanned it for relevant information. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Random King Assassinated, blah blah... New Grape Variety Discovered!? I knew that shop was dodgy. Ah, here we go- Meeting of World Powers in Iceland. Well, looks interesting enough. </span> The front wall and ceiling had been replaced with a glass dome, illuminating the labelled brass levers magnificently. He punched the coordinates into the mechanical astrolabe, pushing the engine lever up as he did so. As the engine powered up the great propellers, the sails began to inflate, filling with waste hydrogen from the engine. Creaking and protesting all the way, the <span style=""font-style: italic"">Royale Drake</span> slowly began to rise into the air, where it hung for a moment, before turning towards Iceland and flying off.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: Airships in 1837? I don't think so."
4790,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=225,2014-11-29T17:03:00,Bunkeranlage,"OOC: No need for the green text now, since Arendelle has been destroyed and Elsa is in Reykjavík as of this post.<br/><br/>""Land ho!""<br/><br/>Elsa woke up with a start. Going onto the poop deck, she looked over the railing. It was Reykjavík! They were finally there! Waking Christopher up, she pointed to the city. ""Reykjavík! We're safe now!"" Hugging him, she then went back inside the cabin and took her belongings. A Guard proceeded to say, ""Your Majesties, we've arrived. The longboat will be ready soon. Now, please follow me."" Elsa smiled, beckoning Christopher to come along with her.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Nothing can get to us now...</span><br/><br/>Little did they know that two dark forces were headed that way as well.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>Froh his palace window, Jorgen could see the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Wilhelmus</span>returning. Taking out a telescope, he saw Elsa and Christopher coming over to the port in the longboat. Silently rejoicing, he went down to the kitchen and brought out a glass decanter filled with glögg, to give to the two refugee monarchs on their arrival.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Now, with four of us here, we only need to wait for 3 more leaders, and the first hearing of the ESC can come into effect.</span><br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">The Flying Dutchman</span>and the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Dark Titan of Terror</span>had entered Icelandic maritime borders. In just a short while, Icelandic warships cornered them off and confronted them, firing vigorously. This was no use, however, as they were no match for the two magical entities captaining the two rogue vessels that served Malefor.<br/><br/>The Shadow Magus, with one sweep of his staff, sent a dark energy blast that cut off the masts of a warship that had tried to fire at them, crippling it. The 65 gunner, however, continued to fire at the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Dark Titan</span>. Not for long, however, as the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Dutchman</span>sank and resurfaced behind the Icelandic ship, firing at it and sinking it for good."
4791,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=225,2014-11-29T17:09:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22620241#p22620241"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: No need for the green text now, since Arendelle has been destroyed and Elsa is in Reykjavík as of this post.<br/><br/>""Land ho!""<br/><br/>Elsa woke up with a start. Going onto the poop deck, she looked over the railing. It was Reykjavík! They were finally there! Waking Christopher up, she pointed to the city. ""Reykjavík! We're safe now!"" Hugging him, she then went back inside the cabin and took her belongings. A Guard proceeded to say, ""Your Majesties, we've arrived. The longboat will be ready soon. Now, please follow me."" Elsa smiled, beckoning Christopher to come along with her. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Nothing can get to us now...</span><br/><br/>Little did they know that two dark forces were headed that way as well.</div></blockquote><br/>Christopher smiled<br/>""Good, we should be safe from Malefor for now. Oh, and I have something to ask Jorgen when we get the chance."" Christopher said.<br/><br/>Ignitus simply flew to the island with Volteer and Spyro.<br/>""Ah, Iceland, home of a different kind of dragon I believe."" he said with a smile.<br/>""Yes it is amazing astonishing wonderful surprising absolutely marvelous!"" Volteer said excitedly in one breath.<br/>""So... is there anything I can learn from these dragons?"" Spyro asked.<br/>""Maybe young dragon, Maybe..."" Ignitus answered."
4792,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=225,2014-11-29T18:24:00,Oceasian Scandinavia,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">From: Oceasian Scandinavia<br/>To: Weselton<br/><br/>We see that you have trouble dealing with the rebel forces. How about i help you deal with them, in exchange for a bit of land? A few cities will do. I don't want to conquer you or anything.</blockquote><br/>Meanwhile, while Malefor's forces are doing things on the island, the navy is ordered to blockade the island. When a few people who used to live there tried to trespass the blockade, they are shot to dead.<br/>Johannesen has another sinister plan in mind. He plans to use the Borostis to control Malefor. Once the DRE is reunited and is ruled by Malefor, he will use the crystal ball to kill off Malefor, and make himself the king. And for that happen, he has to prevent getting caught with his dirty plans.<br/>With other monarchs apparently going to Iceland, he wonders if Malefor will use this chance to kill them all off. The<span style=""font-style: italic"">Tirano</span>is currently going back to Torshavn, away from the chaos ensuing.<br/><br/>""Sir, the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Dumhed</span>had just been sunk by the Icelandic navy!"" The commander said.<br/>""What? But why?"" Johannesen said, acting to be shocked by the news.<br/>""The Icelanders claimed that the ship is wreaking havoc through their ports."" The commander said.<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">From: Oceasian Scandinavia<br/>To: Iceland<br/><br/>We see that one of our ships have rampaged through your capital's ports. I would like to know the validity of this. A team of investigators will be sent there to discover the truth. Don't worry, you won't even know they're there.</blockquote><br/>In reality, Johannesen is just looking for an excuse to invade and conquer Iceland. He ordered a huge amount of naval and army forces to be sent to Iceland, to ""protect it"". Once the time has come, the order to invade Iceland will be declared."
4793,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=225,2014-11-29T18:44:00,Greater Weselton,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Oceasian Scandinavia<br/>We accept you help. We will give you whatever pieces of land you want.<br/>Kaiser Wilhelm II of Weselton</blockquote>"
4794,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=225,2014-11-29T19:33:00,Sisterhood,"<span style=""text-decoration: underline"">reading the comments</span>"
4795,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=225,2014-11-29T19:34:00,Greater Weselton,"<blockquote><div><cite>Sisterhood <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22622072#p22622072"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">reading the comments</span></div></blockquote><br/>I have a slight feeling you are a puppet of<a href=""//www.nationstates.net/nation=Elsa the Snow Queen"">Elsa the Snow Queen</a>."
4796,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=225,2014-11-29T21:01:00,Bunkeranlage,"Grand Admiral Herbert Schluckauf (he had been promoted following his information on the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Flying Dutchman</span>and the capture of the prisoner, who was now in a prison in Greenland) had been re-deployed to assist in stopping DRE ships. So far, there had not been much of a problem, the navy being able to repel most of the invaders with minimal casualties. There was, however, a pair of ships that had managed to sink a fair number of warships on their course to Iceland. Rather, it was one ship and one phantom.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">One phantom. Sounds like the Dutchman to me.</span><br/><br/>Schluckauf, now in command of the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Västergötland</span>on top of his other 5 ships, was prepared for this. Of all the naval officers in Iceland's navy, he was the only one with experience in fighting the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Dutchman</span>. The 6 ships continued on their course, slashing their way through the waters.<br/><br/>Soon enough, the two ships were spotted, sailing through in the stormy sea. Firing a warning shot from the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Simon Petrus</span>, Admiral Schluckauf alerted them to the presence of the 6 ships. Just shortly after, the more corporeal of the two turned, heading for the flotilla, followed closely by the other. The<span style=""font-style: italic"">Simon Petrus</span>turned around, firing relentlessly and smashing the front of the red warship, which had no time to turn around and fire. People were jumping off, and one particular person, whom Schluckauf presumed to be the captain, managed a huge leap over to the ghostly ship. The<span style=""font-style: italic"">Simon Petrus</span>continued on its course as the red DRE ship sank to the abyss.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>""You fool!"" Drago screamed, pointing at the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Simon Petrus</span>. How could you let them do this? The Shadow Magus spat in Drago's face, retorting, ""If you think you're so powerful, why don't you do it yourself?"" Drago sneered, seizing the Shadow Magus' arm and pulling him close. The Shadow Magus laughed, saying, ""What makes you think you can kill me? I have the power of Malefor himself! I am darkness!"" Drago remained silent. The Magus looked down. Drago's Millennium Ring was rattling. ""What's this?"" he questioned, with an air of furious anxiety. The Ring then jumped, stabbing its prongs into the Shadow Magus' body. Gasping, the Shadow Magus screamed as he flailed his staff around, trying to escape, but to no avail. The Millennium Ring burned him up from the inside, causing fire to shoot out of his mouth, nose and eyes, ending him for good.<br/><br/>Stepping on the Shadow Magus' charred body, which was lying at the base of the wheel, Drago took his sword, pointing it forward and screaming, ""Onward! Ready all the guns and fire at will!"" The rematch between Drago Bludvist and Herbert Schluckauf had begun..."
4797,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=225,2014-11-29T21:05:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Dragon Realms Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22620324#p22620324"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22620241#p22620241"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: No need for the green text now, since Arendelle has been destroyed and Elsa is in Reykjavík as of this post.<br/><br/>""Land ho!""<br/><br/>Elsa woke up with a start. Going onto the poop deck, she looked over the railing. It was Reykjavík! They were finally there! Waking Christopher up, she pointed to the city. ""Reykjavík! We're safe now!"" Hugging him, she then went back inside the cabin and took her belongings. A Guard proceeded to say, ""Your Majesties, we've arrived. The longboat will be ready soon. Now, please follow me."" Elsa smiled, beckoning Christopher to come along with her. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Nothing can get to us now...</span><br/><br/>Little did they know that two dark forces were headed that way as well.</div></blockquote><br/>Christopher smiled<br/>""Good, we should be safe from Malefor for now. Oh, and I have something to ask Jorgen when we get the chance."" Christopher said.<br/><br/>Ignitus simply flew to the island with Volteer and Spyro.<br/>""Ah, Iceland, home of a different kind of dragon I believe."" he said with a smile.<br/>""Yes it is amazing astonishing wonderful surprising absolutely marvelous!"" Volteer said excitedly in one breath.<br/>""So... is there anything I can learn from these dragons?"" Spyro asked.<br/>""Maybe young dragon, Maybe..."" Ignitus answered.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: *COUGH*"
4798,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=225,2014-11-29T21:11:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">PM Johannesen,<br/><br/>It is indeed true that an Oceasian ship has attacked one of our ports. Vopnafjörður, to be precise. While I am reluctant to allow foreign investigators to enter the nation to carry out such an operation, I will honour the many alliances our nations have had in the past, and allow your men to enter, but under guard.<br/><br/>- Jorgen III</blockquote><br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>The port guards led the two deposed monarchs to Jorgen's palace, Asgard Castle, which rested at the top of a hill, overlooking the port. It was now evening, and the sun was already setting. On reaching the reception hall, they saw Jorgen standing at the foot of a staircase, wearing an evening bathrobe.<br/><br/>""At long last, you're here!"" he exclaimed joyfully. ""Do follow me, we're going to have dinner now."" Leading the pair up two stories, Jorgen entered a large balcony overlooking the port, where a white table with a decanter of glögg sat. ""Do sit down!""<br/><br/>The butler, on Jorgen's orders, went back to the kitchen to get the food. ""So, how have things been for you?"
4799,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=225,2014-11-29T21:12:00,Kingston-Atlantis,RESERVED... will post soon... been busy over the weekend.
4800,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=225,2014-11-29T21:15:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"""Well, Malefor reunified the DRE, but i believe we already told you that."" Christopher said. ""Oh, I also recieved a letter from Tall Plains, a Warfang, or should I say DRE North American Colony.<br/>Christopher handed Jorgen the letter.<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Christopher, our former king<br/>Malefor has enslaved us, and is holding supplies and soldiers here, please help us, it may help weaken Malefor<br/>Kane of Tall Plains.</blockquote>"
4801,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=225,2014-11-29T21:26:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Dragon Realms Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22623399#p22623399"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Well, Malefor reunified the DRE, but i believe we already told you that."" Christopher said. ""Oh, I also recieved a letter from Tall Plains, a Warfang, or should I say DRE North American Colony.<br/>Christopher handed Jorgen the letter.<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Christopher, our former king<br/>Malefor has enslaved us, and is holding supplies and soldiers here, please help us, it may help weaken Malefor<br/>Kane of Tall Plains.</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/>Jorgen took the letter and read it. ""Unfortunately, we don't have enough resources to attack the New World"", he admitted reluctantly. ""However, if we were to join our forces, we can launch an attack on the Tall Plains, with Nuuk as our base."" An appetiser arrived, and Jorgen took a quick bite before continuing, ""Also, Oceasian Scandinavia has sent us a letter, telling us that they intend to send agents over to investigate the destruction of an Icelandic port by an Oceasian ship. Have you anything to say on this matter?"" He took a sip of glögg and cleared his throat.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>The<span style=""font-style: italic"">Simon Petrus</span>and the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Flying Dutchman</span>had come about side by side, firing at each other incessantly. The other 5 ships waited at the back for further orders. Both Drago and Schluckauf were discharging broadside after broadside at each other's ships, punching holes all over. Very soon, the pirates on board the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Dutchman</span>boarded the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Simon Petrus</span>, and an all out battle ensued on board the ship. Orders were flashed to the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Jorgen II</span>to flank the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Dutchman</span>. Doing so immediately, the warship fired broadside after broadside at the ghost ship while marines boarded and fought with the pirates on board. Drago himself showed up, holding an axe in his one muscular arm and chopping wildly, maiming and killing many of the boarders. It soon became clear that one warship was not enough. The<span style=""font-style: italic"">Dansk</span>, despite being a smaller ship, flanked the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Jorgen II</span>on the other side. Its crew of 25 men climbed onto the man-of-war, bringing rifles and firing at the pirates from on board the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Jorgen II</span>.<br/><br/>Drago continued to fight wildly. Picking up the body of the recently deceased Shadow Magus, he hurled it at a marine, pushing him off and dragging him down into the ocean."
4802,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=225,2014-11-29T21:32:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"""I had every intention of joining forces"" Christopher said, ""That is if Elsa is okay with it. As for OS, there appear to be soldiers who aren't loyal to the PM but Malefor instead, I don't know if they would take an opportunity to attack or not, tread carefully."""
4803,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=250,2014-11-29T21:52:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Dragon Realms Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22623695#p22623695"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I had every intention of joining forces"" Christopher said, ""That is if Elsa is okay with it. As for OS, there appear to be soldiers who aren't loyal to the PM but Malefor instead, I don't know if they would take an opportunity to attack or not, tread carefully.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""I intend to let them investigate the damage done to my port. However, they will be watched by my Guards of the Wilderwest. One wrong move, and they're deported. Ah, here's the soup!"""
4804,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=250,2014-11-29T22:14:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"""Ah yes, and when we are done, we will revisit the subject of Tall Plains Yes?"" Christopher said. ""sorry that I am so focused on that but I can't stand what Malefor is doing to them."""
4805,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=250,2014-11-29T22:27:00,New Chilokver,"The<span style=""font-style: italic"">Royale Drake</span>flew through the air almost silently, the midnight darkness cloaking it. The captain was leaned against the wheel, chugging a bottle of rum. In times like this, he could imagine that it was a living thing, the pulse of the mighty Ragnorak Crystal the flying beast’s heart. It was thanks to the magical gem that this hulk of steel could actually get airborne. He sighed as bolt of lightning flashed by outside.<span style=""font-style: italic"">The damn rain’s gonna be banging on the dome again tonight. </span><br/><br/>Almost casually, he went through the testing for the cannons and flamegun, still drinking as he went along. It was only when all checks had been made and the weapons armed, before he put the bottle down. He aimed the ring far off into the distance and took a deep breath, before pressing the trigger. All 8 chase guns fired simultaneously, the metal balls escorted by the wave of hydrogen-fueled flame that burst out of the dragon-shaped figure head."
4806,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=250,2014-11-29T22:50:00,Bunkeranlage,"""If this ""Tall Plains"" is as important as you say, then I'd think Malefor would guard it with a large portion of his troops, no?""<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>The<span style=""font-style: italic"">Dutchman</span>could stand the attacks no longer. Drago let out a scream of rage as his 800 year old ship disintegrated under the cannon fire. Left with no choice, Drago jumped off the side of the ship, swimming vigorously towards the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Hveðrungr</span>. He climbed on board and slaughtered the entire crew, before turning the ship around and sailing off. By the time Admiral Schluckauf realised, the ship was already on its way to Iceland. ""Dammit!"" he yelled. ""Turn her about, we're going to sink the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Hveðrungr</span>!''"
4807,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=250,2014-11-29T22:57:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22624672#p22624672"">wrote</a>:</cite>""If this ""Tall Plains"" is as important as you say, then I'd think Malefor would guard it with a large portion of his troops, no?""<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>The <span style=""font-style: italic"">Dutchman</span> could stand the attacks no longer. Drago let out a scream of rage as his 800 year old ship disintegrated under the cannon fire. Left with no choice, Drago jumped off the side of the ship, swimming vigorously towards the <span style=""font-style: italic"">Hveðrungr</span>. He climbed on board and slaughtered the entire crew, before turning the ship around and sailing off. By the time Admiral Schluckauf realised, the ship was already on its way to Iceland. ""Dammit!"" he yelled. ""Turn her about, we're going to sink the <span style=""font-style: italic"">Hveðrungr</span>!''</div></blockquote><br/>""It's not just that, these people are asking my help. I can't just stand by and do nothing."" Christopher said."
4808,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=250,2014-11-29T22:58:00,Bunkeranlage,"""Very well."" Jorgen stood up and went to his office. ""I'll be going to plot our next course of action. If you can, perhaps, call over some of the DRE soldiers still loyal to you, we might be able to pull this off.""<br/><br/>Elsa was soon left at the dinner table with Christopher."
4809,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=250,2014-11-29T23:08:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"""That would have to be the Warfang resistance force"" Christopher thought out loud, ""I just have to write a letter to their leaders, Elsa, you've been quiet, is there anything you want to say?"""
4810,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=250,2014-11-29T23:19:00,Bunkeranlage,"Elsa looked out at the setting sun and the faint wisps of the glorious verdant lights that splashed Iceland's nights. She turned to Christopher and said, ""... Arendelle is gone. My sister has been captured by General Gaul and so has the Bishop..."" She stopped, as if thinking deeply. All of a sudden, she broke down in tears. ""You're all I have left, Christopher"", she sobbed."
4811,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=250,2014-11-29T23:24:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"Christopher hugged Elsa.<br/>""Gaul can't kill prisoners, Cynder would kill him for that. I am sure they are alive, and that we can rescue them. Malefor is evil, but he does have some honour. If we take an important enough prisoner, he might just give them back, and Elsa, don't worry, I'll never let you be all alone."""
4812,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=250,2014-11-29T23:28:00,Bunkeranlage,"Elsa leaned closer to Christopher and whispered into his ear, ""I love you..."", before kissing him tenderly. At that moment, the sun went below the line of the horizon, and the green wisps of the Aurora reached its height, shining down on the two monarchs in all of its glory."
4813,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=250,2014-11-29T23:32:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22624988#p22624988"">wrote</a>:</cite>Elsa leaned closer to Christopher and whispered into his ear, ""I love you..."", before kissing him tenderly. At that moment, the sun went below the line of the horizon, and the green wisps of the Aurora reached its height, shining down on the two monarchs in all of its glory.</div></blockquote><br/>""I love you too."" At that moment, Christopher completely forgot about the war, and everything else. All he could think about was Elsa. What they didn't notice was that they were being watched by a projection of Malefor the whole time<br/>""How cute."" He said."
4814,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=250,2014-11-29T23:46:00,Kingston-Atlantis,"OOC: Sorry to burst in...<br/><br/>IC:<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Critell, Critellardon</span><br/><br/>The War had devastated the nation and had exhausted the people's morale. At first, it seemed like a distant war that was so exciting, it rallied the people, garnered patriotism... but soon, as the war went on, resources dried up, food rationing was held in some rural areas, farms were forced into full capacity, national parks, museums were closed down... the war had taken its toll on the empire.<br/><br/>And it was only the beginning. People were seen starving, the currency was slowly exploding, and the entire nation had fallen into a scorching summer. Schools were mostly closed down except for the occasional few, and they were replaced by factories for the navy or the armies.<br/><br/>The nation was desperate. We needed to get more land, more resources, more workers...<br/><br/>Where could we possibly get them? People started look towards the east, hoping for a better future..."
4815,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=250,2014-11-29T23:48:00,UBS,"you have gone too far,you have ruined the sanctity of everything logical"
4816,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=250,2014-11-29T23:51:00,Bunkeranlage,"Meanwhile in his office, Jorgen III was informed of the capture of an Icelandic warship by Drago Bludvist. Slamming his fist on the table, he declared, ""We have to stop him! If he gets here, we're going to have a hard time! I cannot allow civilians to die!""<br/><br/>Immediately, the order was given for civilians to enter their homes and take their emergency provisions with them. 16 warships, led by the colossal ISS<span style=""font-style: italic"">Yggdrasil</span>, a 130 gunner, were deployed immediately, heading straight out to meet the rogue Icelandic vessel now under Drago's command.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>Meanwhile, a DRE guard entered Malefor's office and reported, ""Great Prince, the Shadow Magus is dead, and Drago Bludvist is headed for Reykjavík to settle his scores with Jorgen III!"""
4817,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=250,2014-11-29T23:53:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22625155#p22625155"">wrote</a>:</cite>Meanwhile in his office, Jorgen III was informed of the capture of an Icelandic warship by Drago Bludvist. Slamming his fist on the table, he declared, ""We have to stop him! If he gets here, we're going to have a hard time! I cannot allow civilians to die!"" <br/><br/>Immediately, the order was given for civilians to enter their homes and take their emergency provisions with them. 16 warships, led by the colossal ISS <span style=""font-style: italic"">Yggdrasil</span>, a 130 gunner, were deployed immediately, heading straight out to meet the rogue Icelandic vessel now under Drago's command.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>Meanwhile, a DRE guard entered Malefor's office and reported, ""Great Prince, the Shadow Magus is dead, and Drago Bludvist is headed for Reykjavík to settle his scores with Jorgen III!""</div></blockquote><br/>""Drago is free to act as he pleases at this point, and the Shadow Magus was expendable. Now if you'll excuse me, I was using my projection to terrify Christopher and Elsa."" Malefor said. ""Sorry about that""."
4818,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=250,2014-11-29T23:58:00,Bunkeranlage,"Elsa stood up and stared straight into Malefor's eyes. ""I should like you to know, demon, that we will not rest until you're destroyed and your wicked empire broken up. Even if it means my own death, I am willing!"" she declared. ""You have caused much harm to my people, and that is unforgivable!"""
4819,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=250,2014-11-30T00:01:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22625211#p22625211"">wrote</a>:</cite>Elsa stood up and stared straight into Malefor's eyes. ""I should like you to know, demon, that we will not rest until you're destroyed and your wicked empire broken up. Even if it means my own death, I am willing!"" she declared. ""You have caused much harm to my people, and that is unforgivable!""</div></blockquote><br/>""What about the fact that I have your sister, or that I tried to kill your love more than once?"" Malefor asked, almost baiting her.<br/>""And I have no intentions of killing you just yet, no no, you are a pawn in my game at the moment"" The Projection disappeared."
4820,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=250,2014-11-30T00:12:00,Bunkeranlage,"""No! Don't leave! Don't you dare think of leaving!"" Elsa screamed as the projection faded, the sound of Malefor's diabolical laughter filling the air and dissipating. She sat back down on the chair, hunched over and in tears."
4821,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=250,2014-11-30T00:14:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22625306#p22625306"">wrote</a>:</cite>""No! Don't leave! Don't you dare think of leaving!"" Elsa screamed as the projection faded, the sound of Malefor's diabolical laughter filling the air and dissipating. She sat back down on the chair, hunched over and in tears.</div></blockquote><br/>""Elsa..."" Christopher said. ""I don't know about you, but for me this war has just turned personal. I can't stand to see you like this."""
4822,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=250,2014-11-30T00:21:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Dragon Realms Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22625327#p22625327"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22625306#p22625306"">wrote</a>:</cite>""No! Don't leave! Don't you dare think of leaving!"" Elsa screamed as the projection faded, the sound of Malefor's diabolical laughter filling the air and dissipating. She sat back down on the chair, hunched over and in tears.</div></blockquote><br/>""Elsa..."" Christopher said. ""I don't know about you, but for me this war has just turned personal. I can't stand to see you like this.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>She looked up, having ceased sobbing. ""When I next see Malefor, I will make sure he gets a dagger buried in his wicked, throbbing heart"", she spat. ""And I will be the one to do it!""<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>Jorgen, having taken the helm of the ISS<span style=""font-style: italic"">Yggdrasil</span>, was now leading a fleet against Drago Bludvist. Sailing off from Reykjavík, he found the rogue ship, now in command of one man; the former captain of the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Flying Dutchman</span>. Ordering the other warships to enter a battle formation, Jorgen signalled to Drago to heave to, only to receive ""F*ck you!"" as a reply from Drago's ship.<br/><br/>""He's left me with no choice"", Jorgen said. ""If he tries to come into Iceland, he will have to face Iceland!""<br/><br/>With Jorgen's fleet attacking from one side, Schluckauf's from the other side, Drago was trapped. He, however, did not care. Using whatever power he had in the Millennium Ring, he summoned ghostly ships and leviathans to haunt the Icelandic warships."
4823,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=250,2014-11-30T00:22:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"""I am going to Tall Plains, with or without Jorgen's help. I beg that you come with me. Ignitus already agreed to send Spyro."" Christopher said."
4824,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=250,2014-11-30T00:25:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Dragon Realms Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22625371#p22625371"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I am going to Tall Plains, with or without Jorgen's help. I beg that you come with me. Ignitus already agreed to send Spyro.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Elsa went into Jorgen's office. On the desk, lay a piece of parchment. Elsa picked it up and showed it to Christopher.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">I know you'll plan to get to Tall Plains. You're going to need help.<br/><br/>Show this note to Rear Admiral Jónas Þórssón. He has been instructed by me to accompany you on the voyage to Nuuk, and to command 4 ships.<br/><br/>- Jorgen III Ólafsson, King of Iceland</blockquote>"
4825,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=250,2014-11-30T00:29:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22625386#p22625386"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Dragon Realms Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22625371#p22625371"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I am going to Tall Plains, with or without Jorgen's help. I beg that you come with me. Ignitus already agreed to send Spyro.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Elsa went into Jorgen's office. On the desk, lay a piece of parchment. Elsa picked it up and showed it to Christopher.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">I know you'll plan to get to Tall Plains. You're going to need help.<br/><br/>Show this note to Rear Admiral Jónas Þórssón. He has been instructed by me to accompany you on the voyage to Nuuk, and to command 4 ships.<br/><br/>- Jorgen III Ólafsson, King of Iceland</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/>""Let's go."" christopher said. Upon showing the Admiral the note, they went off to Nuuk, Christopher kept Elsa close the whole time. He couldn't leave her alone after all of that, so he made sure she didn't leave his sight."
4826,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=250,2014-11-30T00:31:00,Oceasian Scandinavia,"As promised, the investigators arrived by ship at Reykjavik to discover what really happened in the incident. Unfortunately, the main piece of evidence, ONS<span style=""font-style: italic"">Dumhed</span>, is currently sitting at the bottom of the ocean. They decided that they will ask what ships are on the port during the sinking of the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Dumhed</span>. In truth, they have absolutely no idea of Johannesen's sinister plans. Ultimately, they won't reach any conclusions, but for now, they continued their investigation.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, the OS navy is on it's way to Iceland, intending to ""protect"" it from Malefor. Johannesen is slowly running out of patience. He decided to send another letter to Malefor.<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">From: K.J.Johannesen<br/>To: Prince Malefor<br/><br/>Do remind me again, you do intend to kill off the remaining monarchs at Reykjavik, right? Well then, I'm prepared with my navy, so I'm waiting for you to attack before i can give my orders. Also, Iceland will be mine after this, as they're not a part of your former empire.</blockquote><br/>The PM don't intend to go on land. The<span style=""font-style: italic"">Tirano</span>will stay on the ocean, and will observe the destruction of the city. The PM secretly carried the Borostis on board, and uses it to attract the Kraken."
4827,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=250,2014-11-30T00:35:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Oceasian Scandinavia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22625414#p22625414"">wrote</a>:</cite>As promised, the investigators arrived by ship at Reykjavik to discover what really happened in the incident. Unfortunately, the main piece of evidence, ONS <span style=""font-style: italic"">Dumhed</span>, is currently sitting at the bottom of the ocean. They decided that they will ask what ships are on the port during the sinking of the <span style=""font-style: italic"">Dumhed</span>. In truth, they have absolutely no idea of Johannesen's sinister plans. Ultimately, they won't reach any conclusions, but for now, they continued their investigation.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, the OS navy is on it's way to Iceland, intending to ""protect"" it from Malefor. Johannesen is slowly running out of patience. He decided to send another letter to Malefor.<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">From: K.J.Johannesen<br/>To: Prince Malefor<br/><br/>Do remind me again, you do intend to kill off the remaining monarchs at Reykjavik, right? Well then, I'm prepared with my navy, so I'm waiting for you to attack before i can give my orders. Also, Iceland will be mine after this, as they're not a part of your former empire.</blockquote><br/>The PM don't intend to go on land. The <span style=""font-style: italic"">Tirano</span> will stay on the ocean, and will observe the destruction of the city. The PM secretly carried the Borostis on board, and uses it to attract the Kraken.</div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: OS <br/>Gaul should get there soon, I was going to kill them all off but I missed my chance. <br/>Of course you can have Iceland. I don't care about their territory, just that they wronged me<br/>Malefor, The Dragon Prince</blockquote>"
4828,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=275,2014-11-30T00:36:00,Bunkeranlage,"Boarding the 40-gun frigate ISS<span style=""font-style: italic"">Hagen</span>, the two monarchs went along with Admiral Þórsson. ""Your Majesties, it will be a difficult journey. The temperature is starting to drop. Winter is coming, and the journey will be long and hard. Be prepared."" Elsa nodded silently and boarded the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Hagen</span>.<br/><br/>About 15 minutes later, the frigate led the other 3 warships off, heading silently towards the city on the much larger landmass that was Greenland, Leifur Eiríksson's very own discovery. As the Admiral steered the ship, Elsa looked over the horizon, at the dark sky, illuminated by the stars and the Borealis. As Reykjavík grew smaller and smaller, Elsa could feel her sense of despair growing. This was, however, quenched by her burning love for Christopher, the only thing keeping her resolve strong..."
4829,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=275,2014-11-30T00:45:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"The DRE Navy had struck Reykjavik, led by Gaul, somehow miraculous avoiding attention until then. On the fleet played the DRE navy advance anthem. Something was wrong though. Gaul felt uneasy. Almost as if his supplies from Tall Plains would stop coming.<br/><br/>OOC: DRE navy advance theme:<a class=""postlink"" href=""https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1NOQUHTkY1A"" rel=""nofollow"">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1NOQUHTkY1A</a>"
4830,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=275,2014-11-30T00:48:00,Oceasian Scandinavia,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">From: K.J.Johannesen<br/>To: Malefor<br/><br/>Well, i wish Gaul will be here soon. I'm risking my whole nation in this fight.</blockquote><br/>And with that, the order is given to the navy. ICELAND. BETRAYAL. ATTACK. The PM watched on board the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Tirano</span>as the OS navy approaches Reykjavik. He can see the ports of the city being destroyed, citizens fleeing from the battlegrounds, and hear screams. He ordered for the ship to get closer to land. The ship will join the fight. The army can't land yet, but they soon will. And then Johannesen notices that the DRE forces has arrived. With this, the land invasion can begin soon. Reinforcements for both the navy and the army is still hours away. The Kraken's whereabouts are still unknown."
4831,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=275,2014-11-30T00:59:00,Bunkeranlage,"Seeing Jorgen, Drago shouted at him, ""Spawn of Hiccup! Today, you shall die!"" Jorgen replied, ""What good does killing me do?""<br/><br/>""I have to avenge the loss of my arm!""<br/><br/>Jorgen heard this reply, and answered, ""...My ancestor Hiccup was not responsible for the loss of your arm. That was Malefor!"" Drago gasped. ""Malefor? But... but how???"" Jorgen pointed out, ""Those dragons were of an Icelandic breed, yes, but it was said that Malefor was the one who bred them and sent them."" Drago screamed, ""I don't believe you! I don't believe you!"" Jorgen then answered quietly, ""Even if you do succeed in killing me, the legacy you leave will definitely not be a good one. Also, Malefor will only seek to end you. Knowing his nature, he's just going to manipulate someone to kill you and Cynder!"" Drago dropped to his knees. ""I don't know what to do now"", he muttered to himself. Jorgen went over to the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Hveðrungr</span>and said to Drago, ""You can join me and destroy Malefor. The evil he releases will not be comprehensible even by your standards."" Drago stood up, grabbing Jorgen's hand with his own and looking him in the eye. ""It is done, then"", he said, with great determination.<br/><br/>Turning the ship around, Drago headed back to the DRE's capital, while Jorgen and Schluckauf led the 21 ships back to Reykjavík.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>""As Vizier and Chief of State in the King's absence, I will oversee your investigations!""<br/><br/>Heinz Gnadin, accompanied by twelve Guards of the Wilderwest, led the investigators to the damaged port of Grindavik, just a little further south of Reykjavík. ""Also, some of our warships have reported seeing large fleets of Oceasian ships at Iceland's maritime border. May I know the reason for this?"" asked Gnadin."
4832,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=275,2014-11-30T01:02:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"Malefor had recieved word of Drago's betrayal. He didn't have the time or mind power to deal with it, so he disappeared from the capital and went to an unknown location, well unknown to everyone but Gaul and Cynder."
4833,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=275,2014-11-30T01:05:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22625439#p22625439"">wrote</a>:</cite>Boarding the 40-gun frigate ISS <span style=""font-style: italic"">Hagen</span>, the two monarchs went along with Admiral Þórsson. ""Your Majesties, it will be a difficult journey. The temperature is starting to drop. Winter is coming, and the journey will be long and hard. Be prepared."" Elsa nodded silently and boarded the <span style=""font-style: italic"">Hagen</span>.<br/><br/>About 15 minutes later, the frigate led the other 3 warships off, heading silently towards the city on the much larger landmass that was Greenland, Leifur Eiríksson's very own discovery. As the Admiral steered the ship, Elsa looked over the horizon, at the dark sky, illuminated by the stars and the Borealis. As Reykjavík grew smaller and smaller, Elsa could feel her sense of despair growing. This was, however, quenched by her burning love for Christopher, the only thing keeping her resolve strong...</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: Good, Now I crave more >:)"
4834,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=275,2014-11-30T01:07:00,Bunkeranlage,"Jorgen's 21 ships had returned to Reykjavík, only to see the uproar of the battle. ""Admiral Shcluckauf!"" he commanded, ""Lead our fleet against these Oceasian traitors!"" He immediately mounted Engartennur and flew towards the capital, as the Icelandic admiral led the warships towards the capital, firing at the Oceasian ships. The<span style=""font-style: italic"">Yggdrasil</span>, with its 130 guns, fired quickly at the other Oceasian ships, badly damaging a few of the smaller ones. In the meantime, Reykjavík's coastal artillery was mobilised, with the port guards firing heavy cannons at the invading forces. And thus began the Battle of Reykjavík.<br/><br/>Engartennur dived through the skies, spitting plasma bolts at the invading DRE dragons and killing a few. The rest of the dragon air force had been mobilised as well. The 800 strong Monstrous Nightmare Rider Corps, led by General Svenson Johansson, took to the skies, following their King into battle against the DRE dragons.<br/><br/>On the ocean, the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Yggdrasil</span>led the rest of the warships against the Oceasian fleet. With both of roughly the same number, the two fleets were in a lockdown. Orders had been sent from Asgard Castle for the two Leviathan Warships, ISS<span style=""font-style: italic"">Siegfried</span>and ISS<span style=""font-style: italic"">Wōtan</span>, were ordered to head to the capital immediately. They did so, and within a matter of hours, they had arrived. The<span style=""font-style: italic"">Wōtan</span>joined the dogfight, while the 120 gunner<span style=""font-style: italic"">Siegfried</span>went straight for PM Johannesen's ship, the 100 gunner<span style=""font-style: italic"">Tirano</span>. The<span style=""font-style: italic"">Siegfried</span>raised a red pennant, ordering the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Tirano</span>to fight them to the death, and telling them that no prisoners would be taken. ""They have, after all, betrayed us, the perfidious dastards"", said the captain of the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Siegfried</span>."
4835,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=275,2014-11-30T01:12:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22625575#p22625575"">wrote</a>:</cite>Jorgen's 21 ships had returned to Reykjavík, only to see the uproar of the battle. ""Admiral Shcluckauf!"" he commanded, ""Lead our fleet against these Oceasian traitors!"" He immediately mounted Engartennur and flew towards the capital, as the Icelandic admiral led the warships towards the capital, firing at the Oceasian ships. The <span style=""font-style: italic"">Yggdrasil</span>, with its 130 guns, fired quickly at the other Oceasian ships, badly damaging a few of the smaller ones. In the meantime, Reykjavík's coastal artillery was mobilised, with the port guards firing heavy cannons at the invading forces. And thus began the Battle of Reykjavík.<br/><br/>Engartennur dived through the skies, spitting plasma bolts at the invading DRE dragons and killing a few. The rest of the dragon air force had been mobilised as well. The 800 strong Monstrous Nightmare Rider Corps, led by General Svenson Johansson, took to the skies, following their King into battle against the DRE dragons.<br/><br/>On the ocean, the <span style=""font-style: italic"">Yggdrasil</span> led the rest of the warships against the Oceasian fleet. With both of roughly the same number, the two fleets were in a lockdown. Orders had been sent from Asgard Castle for the two Leviathan Warships, ISS <span style=""font-style: italic"">Siegfried</span> and ISS <span style=""font-style: italic"">Wōtan</span>, were ordered to head to the capital immediately. They did so, and within a matter of hours, they had arrived. The <span style=""font-style: italic"">Wōtan</span> joined the dogfight, while the 120 gunner <span style=""font-style: italic"">Siegfried</span> went straight for PM Johannesen's ship, the 100 gunner <span style=""font-style: italic"">Tirano</span>. The <span style=""font-style: italic"">Siegfried</span> raised a red pennant, ordering the <span style=""font-style: italic"">Tirano</span> to fight them to the death, and telling them that no prisoners would be taken. ""They have, after all, betrayed us, the perfidious dastards"", said the captain of the <span style=""font-style: italic"">Siegfried</span>.</div></blockquote><br/>Gaul was not yet concerned with turn of events.<br/>""As long as Cynder can hold Tall Plains, we are good. And Elsa should be here so no one can defeat her.""<br/>He then retreated to the cabin of his ship.<br/>(OOC: I should have mentioned this sooner, but the DRE is more than just dragons. Even Gaul isn't one."
4836,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=275,2014-11-30T01:18:00,Oceasian Scandinavia,"""Well, sh*t, we need help, quick! We're outgunned by that ship!"" Johannesen said. The Kraken is still not at the battlefield yet, making all hope seem lost. But then, the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Siegfried</span>takes a hit. The<span style=""font-style: italic"">Tirano</span>hasn't fired anything yet. It was the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Indominus</span>, the largest of the OS fleet, slightly outgunning the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Siegfried</span>. With this, crew members of both ships started firing their cannons. Johannesen knew that he's not safe here. He suspected that they will continuously fire at the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Tirano</span>JUST to kill him. He backs away to the other side of the ship. Reinforcement is close. If he can survive until they arrive, he should be fine. Bur right now, the Battle of Reykjavik is anyone's game to play, and he' doesn't intend to lose the game. His game. The Borostis must be kept safe.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, the investigators on land, not part of Johannesen's conspiracy, decided to just tell the truth. They said that they have no idea what's going on right now. Fearing that they will be killed, the group of 10 decided to take their chances anyway. They fight against the guards, and tries to make a run for it. The fastest runner might just make it out alive. Beings slow is not easy.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, the battle continued at the ports of Reykjavik. The Icelandic navy has home field advantage, but OS has the element of surprise."
4837,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=275,2014-11-30T01:19:00,Bunkeranlage,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">THE HIGH SEAS</span></span><br/><br/>""Elsa..."" Christopher stood beside Elsa, who was leaning on the railing of the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Hagen</span>'s poop deck. ""Elsa, if this is the end for both of us, I should like to tell you that I was willing to follow you to the end."" Elsa turned around, answering with some degree of sadness in her voice, ""Christopher, I don't understand why you love me back. I'm a mutant, I'm infertile... Hell, I don't even know what I'm searching for in my life!"" Christopher gently held her hand, before saying softly to her, ""What you want... it's not out there."" He pointed to Elsa. ""It's in here. In your heart."" Elsa smiled, a single glimmering tear rolling down her cheek. The couple kissed each other in the glorious green light of the Borealis as the first snowflakes of Greenland began to flitter around.<br/><br/>""I love you, Elsa.""<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">THE DRE'S CAPITAL</span></span><br/><br/>Once again, Drago had reached the capital of the DRE, using the power of his Millennium Ring to quicken his progress. Storming through the city square, he, as usual, dismembered the guards standing everywhere with his single muscular arm. Smashing the door of Malefor's office, Drago screamed, ""Malefor!"" There was, however, no response. Malefor had left. Gritting his teeth in anger, Drago proceeded to massacre the guards of Malefor's palace, racking up a body count of over 200. Seizing the captain of the Guard, he slammed the man against a wall, straddled him on the chest and held the Millennium Ring over his face. ""TELL ME WHERE MALEFOR HAS GONE!!!"" he yelled, the veins in his face and neck bulging like bruises.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>In the meantime, the secondary military HQ in Neskaupstaður was informed of a huge explosion above the clouds just further on. The general in charge of the city decided to send three Gronckle riders to go and investigate this. The riders rose above the clouds, and gasped. It was an enormous flying ship! They had no idea what to make of it."
4838,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=275,2014-11-30T01:22:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22625609#p22625609"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">THE HIGH SEAS</span></span><br/><br/>""Elsa..."" Christopher stood beside Elsa, who was leaning on the railing of the <span style=""font-style: italic"">Hagen</span>'s poop deck. ""Elsa, if this is the end for both of us, I should like to tell you that I was willing to follow you to the end."" Elsa turned around, answering with some degree of sadness in her voice, ""Christopher, I don't understand why you love me back. I'm a mutant, I'm infertile... Hell, I don't even know what I'm searching for in my life!"" Christopher gently held her hand, before saying softly to her, ""What you want... it's not out there."" He pointed to Elsa. ""It's in here. In your heart."" Elsa smiled, a single glimmering tear rolling down her cheek. The couple kissed each other in the glorious green light of the Borealis as the first snowflakes of Greenland began to flitter around. <br/><br/>""I love you, Elsa.""<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">THE DRE'S CAPITAL</span></span><br/><br/>Once again, Drago had reached the capital of the DRE, using the power of his Millennium Ring to quicken his progress. Storming through the city square, he, as usual, dismembered the guards standing everywhere with his single muscular arm. Smashing the door of Malefor's office, Drago screamed, ""Malefor!"", before firing a bolt of energy at Malefor from the eye on the Millennium Ring, pushing Malefor off the throne and smashing him into a weapon rack. ""Malefor! For too long, you have lied to me, telling me that vengeance is the only way out! But no more; Jorgen has opened my eyes to your monstrosity, and I will not allow myself to die a monster!"" With that, he seized a spear from the hand of a dead guard and hurled it at Malefor, hitting him in the chest.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>In the meantime, the secondary military HQ in Neskaupstaður was informed of a huge explosion above the clouds just further on. The general in charge of the city decided to send three Gronckle riders to go and investigate this. The riders rose above the clouds, and gasped. It was an enormous flying ship! They had no idea what to make of it.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: Ah but I believe I took Malefor out of the capital. Or at least I should have because I cannot think atm."
4839,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=275,2014-11-30T01:26:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote><div><cite>Oceasian Scandinavia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22625604#p22625604"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Well, sh*t, we need help, quick! We're outgunned by that ship!"" Johannesen said. The Kraken is still not at the battlefield yet, making all hope seem lost. But then, the <span style=""font-style: italic"">Siegfried</span> takes a hit. The <span style=""font-style: italic"">Tirano</span> hasn't fired anything yet. It was the <span style=""font-style: italic"">Indominus</span>, the largest of the OS fleet, slightly outgunning the <span style=""font-style: italic"">Siegfried</span>. With this, crew members of both ships started firing their cannons. Johannesen knew that he's not safe here. He suspected that they will continuously fire at the <span style=""font-style: italic"">Tirano</span> JUST to kill him. He backs away to the other side of the ship. Reinforcement is close. If he can survive until they arrive, he should be fine. Bur right now, the Battle of Reykjavik is anyone's game to play, and he' doesn't intend to lose the game. His game. The Borostis must be kept safe.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, the investigators on land, not part of Johannesen's conspiracy, decided to just tell the truth. They said that they have no idea what's going on right now. Fearing that they will be killed, the group of 10 decided to take their chances anyway. They fight against the guards, and tries to make a run for it. The fastest runner might just make it out alive. Beings slow is not easy.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Heinz Gnadin, being very fat, could not catch him. However, the Guards of the Wilderwest managed to round up all of the investigators and brought them into a detention cell in Grindavik's police post. ""Tell us everything you know!"" yelled Heinz at the leader of the investigators.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>Meanwhile, the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Siegfried</span>was taking some hits, but was, nevertheless, still functional. Continuing to fire at both the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Tirano</span>and the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Indominus</span>, the 120-gunner's crew fought bravely against the perfidious Oceasians. The<span style=""font-style: italic"">Yggdrasil</span>, however, had noticed the problem faced by the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Siegfried</span>. Turning about, she flanked the other side of the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Indominus</span>, opening fire as soon as she showed up. The<span style=""font-style: italic"">Wōtan</span>, in the meantime, took over comand of the 83 strong fleet as the Flagship, discharging broadside after broadside of grapeshot at the DRE and Oceasian ships. Having artillery at their disposal, the Icelanders were able to hold off, despite their own fleet being only 2/3 the size of the combined invading fleets."
4840,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=275,2014-11-30T01:26:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Dragon Realms Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22625622#p22625622"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22625609#p22625609"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">THE HIGH SEAS</span></span><br/><br/>""Elsa..."" Christopher stood beside Elsa, who was leaning on the railing of the <span style=""font-style: italic"">Hagen</span>'s poop deck. ""Elsa, if this is the end for both of us, I should like to tell you that I was willing to follow you to the end."" Elsa turned around, answering with some degree of sadness in her voice, ""Christopher, I don't understand why you love me back. I'm a mutant, I'm infertile... Hell, I don't even know what I'm searching for in my life!"" Christopher gently held her hand, before saying softly to her, ""What you want... it's not out there."" He pointed to Elsa. ""It's in here. In your heart."" Elsa smiled, a single glimmering tear rolling down her cheek. The couple kissed each other in the glorious green light of the Borealis as the first snowflakes of Greenland began to flitter around. <br/><br/>""I love you, Elsa.""<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">THE DRE'S CAPITAL</span></span><br/><br/>Once again, Drago had reached the capital of the DRE, using the power of his Millennium Ring to quicken his progress. Storming through the city square, he, as usual, dismembered the guards standing everywhere with his single muscular arm. Smashing the door of Malefor's office, Drago screamed, ""Malefor!"", before firing a bolt of energy at Malefor from the eye on the Millennium Ring, pushing Malefor off the throne and smashing him into a weapon rack. ""Malefor! For too long, you have lied to me, telling me that vengeance is the only way out! But no more; Jorgen has opened my eyes to your monstrosity, and I will not allow myself to die a monster!"" With that, he seized a spear from the hand of a dead guard and hurled it at Malefor, hitting him in the chest.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>In the meantime, the secondary military HQ in Neskaupstaður was informed of a huge explosion above the clouds just further on. The general in charge of the city decided to send three Gronckle riders to go and investigate this. The riders rose above the clouds, and gasped. It was an enormous flying ship! They had no idea what to make of it.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: Ah but I believe I took Malefor out of the capital. Or at least I should have because I cannot think atm.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC: Crap, yes you did."
4841,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=275,2014-11-30T01:35:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22625609#p22625609"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">THE HIGH SEAS</span></span><br/><br/>""Elsa..."" Christopher stood beside Elsa, who was leaning on the railing of the <span style=""font-style: italic"">Hagen</span>'s poop deck. ""Elsa, if this is the end for both of us, I should like to tell you that I was willing to follow you to the end."" Elsa turned around, answering with some degree of sadness in her voice, ""Christopher, I don't understand why you love me back. I'm a mutant, I'm infertile... Hell, I don't even know what I'm searching for in my life!"" Christopher gently held her hand, before saying softly to her, ""What you want... it's not out there."" He pointed to Elsa. ""It's in here. In your heart."" Elsa smiled, a single glimmering tear rolling down her cheek. The couple kissed each other in the glorious green light of the Borealis as the first snowflakes of Greenland began to flitter around. <br/><br/>""I love you, Elsa.""<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">THE DRE'S CAPITAL</span></span><br/><br/>Once again, Drago had reached the capital of the DRE, using the power of his Millennium Ring to quicken his progress. Storming through the city square, he, as usual, dismembered the guards standing everywhere with his single muscular arm. Smashing the door of Malefor's office, Drago screamed, ""Malefor!"" There was, however, no response. Malefor had left. Gritting his teeth in anger, Drago proceeded to massacre the guards of Malefor's palace, racking up a body count of over 200. Seizing the captain of the Guard, he slammed the man against a wall, straddled him on the chest and held the Millennium Ring over his face. ""TELL ME WHERE MALEFOR HAS GONE!!!"" he yelled, the veins in his face and neck bulging like bruises. <br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>In the meantime, the secondary military HQ in Neskaupstaður was informed of a huge explosion above the clouds just further on. The general in charge of the city decided to send three Gronckle riders to go and investigate this. The riders rose above the clouds, and gasped. It was an enormous flying ship! They had no idea what to make of it.</div></blockquote><br/>""I- I- I don't know... I swear."" The guard stammered, and he didn't. Only Gaul and Cynder knew.<br/>OOC: Okay I am going to get a few hours of sleep now. No killing my characters until I am back. Although Bunk is more than welcome to continue the romance scenes"
4842,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=275,2014-11-30T01:39:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Dragon Realms Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22625662#p22625662"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22625609#p22625609"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">THE HIGH SEAS</span></span><br/><br/>""Elsa..."" Christopher stood beside Elsa, who was leaning on the railing of the <span style=""font-style: italic"">Hagen</span>'s poop deck. ""Elsa, if this is the end for both of us, I should like to tell you that I was willing to follow you to the end."" Elsa turned around, answering with some degree of sadness in her voice, ""Christopher, I don't understand why you love me back. I'm a mutant, I'm infertile... Hell, I don't even know what I'm searching for in my life!"" Christopher gently held her hand, before saying softly to her, ""What you want... it's not out there."" He pointed to Elsa. ""It's in here. In your heart."" Elsa smiled, a single glimmering tear rolling down her cheek. The couple kissed each other in the glorious green light of the Borealis as the first snowflakes of Greenland began to flitter around. <br/><br/>""I love you, Elsa.""<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">THE DRE'S CAPITAL</span></span><br/><br/>Once again, Drago had reached the capital of the DRE, using the power of his Millennium Ring to quicken his progress. Storming through the city square, he, as usual, dismembered the guards standing everywhere with his single muscular arm. Smashing the door of Malefor's office, Drago screamed, ""Malefor!"" There was, however, no response. Malefor had left. Gritting his teeth in anger, Drago proceeded to massacre the guards of Malefor's palace, racking up a body count of over 200. Seizing the captain of the Guard, he slammed the man against a wall, straddled him on the chest and held the Millennium Ring over his face. ""TELL ME WHERE MALEFOR HAS GONE!!!"" he yelled, the veins in his face and neck bulging like bruises. <br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>In the meantime, the secondary military HQ in Neskaupstaður was informed of a huge explosion above the clouds just further on. The general in charge of the city decided to send three Gronckle riders to go and investigate this. The riders rose above the clouds, and gasped. It was an enormous flying ship! They had no idea what to make of it.</div></blockquote><br/>""I- I- I don't know... I swear."" The guard stammered, and he didn't. Only Gaul and Cynder knew.<br/>OOC: Okay I am going to get a few hours of sleep now. No killing my characters until I am back. Although Bunk is more than welcome to continue the romance scenes</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""B*stard!"" screamed Drago into the captain's face, before preparing to impale the man's face with the Ring's prongs. However he stopped halfway. His breathing became heavier and heavier. However much he wanted to kill him, to let the Ring burn the man's soul, he just could not bring himself to do so. Standing up and hanging the Millennium Ring back around his neck, he said quietly to the desperately pleading man, ""My feud is not with you, but with your master, Malefor. Keep your life."" With that, he walked out of the palace.<br/><br/>For the first time in his 858 year long life, Drago had shown compassion."
4843,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=275,2014-11-30T02:01:00,Bunkeranlage,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">THE HIGH SEAS</span></span><br/><br/>Elsa and Christopher approached the ship's chaplain. ""Please marry us"", Christopher asked. The chaplain looked at them and removed his glasses. ""Well"", he exclaimed. ""That's the first time in 18 years anyone has asked me to do this!"" Christopher nodded silently, while Elsa replied, ""Yes, the two of us have made our decision."" The chaplain smiled, before saying, ""Very well, then. We'll have a wedding on the ship.""<br/><br/>Soon, the 79 people making up the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Hagen</span>'s crew was gathered. Elsa and Christopher stood in front of the wheel, facing each other. Out of fear of freezing Christopher, the chaplain or anyone in her excitement, Elsa wore a pair of white gloves. The chaplain read out, ""Dearly beloved, we are gathered here today in the sight of God Almighty and in the presence of these dear witnesses to join Queen Elsa II of Arendelle and King Christopher II of Warfang in holy matrimony."" Turning to Elsa, he asked her, ""Elsa Brünnhilde Röméndácilsson, do you take this man to be your husband?"" Elsa nodded, and he turned to Christopher. ""Christopher Ingerman Jorgesson, do you take this woman to be your wife?"" Christopher smiled and said, with tears rolling down his cheeks, ""Yes I do!"" The chaplain nodded, and facing the ""congregation"", he declared loudly, ""By the power vested within me by God and by the State, I now pronounce you two, husband and wife, in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen."" With those words, Elsa and Christopher kissed passionately, and the entire crew burst into cheers and applause."
4844,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=275,2014-11-30T03:03:00,Oceasian Scandinavia,"OOC: WTF happened...<br/><br/>IC: With both ships engaged in tight battle, reinforcements for the navy has finally arrived. The Republicka begins firing her cannons at the Siegfried. An ultimatum is sent to the Icelandic navy to surrender. The ultimatum mentions that their navy is outnumbered and outgunned. The ultimatum also mentions that they will face the Kraken if they don't surrender. However, by the time the ultimatum is sent, the Kraken is already close. Following what the Borostis told it to do, the creature slammed it's tentacles onto the Siegfried, killing 2 men on board, and damaging the ship. The focus was to destroy the Siegfried first. The battle will almost certainly be won, but a heavy price will be paid for it.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, at the Faroe Islands, citizens who used to live at Dante's Freezer are wondering why they're not allowed to go back yet. The official response from the government was that a tsunami destroyed practically everything on the island, and that the government is currently rebuilding things on the island. But then, the citizens also wonder why there seems to be a naval blockade of the island. With the government not responding to this, some citizens started violent protests against the government. The protesters are shot to dead.<br/><br/>Back in the waters of Reykjavik, Johannesen notices that the Borostis is....glowing. The crystal ball is shaking almost violently. It's as if something is interfering with it. And suddenly, the Kraken slams the Tirano using it's tentacles, almost killing Johannesen. But the Kraken becomes even more violent in destroying the Siegfried, now killing 5 on board the ship. Johannesen then changes the Borostis' settings, so that the Kraken doesn't attack the ships. Instead, the creature dives into the water, heading into an unknown area. Although the Siegfried hasn't sink yet, the damage to it is gruesome.<br/><br/>Closer to land, the OS navy, along with the reinforcements and the DRE forces, are now starting to slowly beat the Icelandic navy. More detailed plans for a land invasion is being built."
4845,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=275,2014-11-30T03:14:00,Bunkeranlage,"However, even with the Oceasians' superior naval firepower, Iceland's dragons were still gaining the upper hand over the DRE dragons. With the Monstrous Nightmare Rider Corps blocking the DRE dragons, Jorgen swooped down on Engartennur, firing a single plasma bolt. The plasma bolt cruised through the air, before slamming into the side of the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Tirano</span>. The ship's mainmast and foremast were blown clean off the ship, a yardarm falling back onto the ship's deck and punching a hole right through the deck, creating a crude wooden obelisk. Seeing this, the Guards of the Wilderwest got onto the last available ship, the ISS<span style=""font-style: italic"">Västergötland</span>, and headed out into the ocean. The guards, left with not much choice, smashed the ship into the side of the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Republicka</span>, creating a hole. Since the Oceasian ship was much deeper along the draft, it did not sink, but remained afloat. The 30 guards rushed into the ship, wielding spears, swords and crossbows. The Oceasian sailors inside fought, but were no match for the Guards.<br/><br/>The<span style=""font-style: italic"">Siegfried</span>, however, had been badly damaged by the Kraken's attack. The topmast had collapsed onto the mainmast, both mizzen yardarms breaking off and landing on the decks, smashing a very unfortunate marine standing underneath. The captain, despite the damage, refused to stop, not after the King himself had showed up to help in the fight. Giving the order to continue shooting as long as possible, the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Siegfried</span>resumed plummeting the badly burned<span style=""font-style: italic"">Tirano</span>with cannonballs. ""An eye for an eye!"" he exclaimed. ""Their Kraken smashes us, our King's Night Fury burns them."" The captain smiled to himself as the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Siegfried</span>fired her last shots, into the cabin of the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Tirano</span>, before sinking down below the water.<br/><br/>Jorgen, flying high into the stratosphere, took out two swords. Both belonged to his ancestor, Hiccup III. He urged Engartennur to dive back down towards the sea. Jumping off at just the right moment, Jorgen landed on the deck of the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Indominus</span>, slashing two men as he landed. Engartennur descended and landed just next to him. ""This is for Iceland, Queen Elsa, and for Europe!"" he shouted, before Engartenur fired another plasma bolt as he charged towards the Oceasians.<br/><br/>Knowing that they might not last much longer, however, the port authorities ordered a mass evacuation of the city, to the port of Hvammstangi further up north. Civilian ships had been prepared there, to take the citizens of Reykjavík to Greenland to seek refuge there. Soon, the only people left in the city itself were Guards of the Wilderwest, policemen and port soldiers.<br/><br/>A message from the palace was soon raised from the signalling tower of the port, reading: Hold them off just a while longer! We must stall until all the civilians have escaped!<br/><hr/>"
4846,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=275,2014-11-30T04:02:00,New Chilokver,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22625609#p22625609"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">THE HIGH SEAS</span></span><br/><br/>""Elsa..."" Christopher stood beside Elsa, who was leaning on the railing of the <span style=""font-style: italic"">Hagen</span>'s poop deck. ""Elsa, if this is the end for both of us, I should like to tell you that I was willing to follow you to the end."" Elsa turned around, answering with some degree of sadness in her voice, ""Christopher, I don't understand why you love me back. I'm a mutant, I'm infertile... Hell, I don't even know what I'm searching for in my life!"" Christopher gently held her hand, before saying softly to her, ""What you want... it's not out there."" He pointed to Elsa. ""It's in here. In your heart."" Elsa smiled, a single glimmering tear rolling down her cheek. The couple kissed each other in the glorious green light of the Borealis as the first snowflakes of Greenland began to flitter around. <br/><br/>""I love you, Elsa.""<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">THE DRE'S CAPITAL</span></span><br/><br/>Once again, Drago had reached the capital of the DRE, using the power of his Millennium Ring to quicken his progress. Storming through the city square, he, as usual, dismembered the guards standing everywhere with his single muscular arm. Smashing the door of Malefor's office, Drago screamed, ""Malefor!"" There was, however, no response. Malefor had left. Gritting his teeth in anger, Drago proceeded to massacre the guards of Malefor's palace, racking up a body count of over 200. Seizing the captain of the Guard, he slammed the man against a wall, straddled him on the chest and held the Millennium Ring over his face. ""TELL ME WHERE MALEFOR HAS GONE!!!"" he yelled, the veins in his face and neck bulging like bruises. <br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>In the meantime, the secondary military HQ in Neskaupstaður was informed of a huge explosion above the clouds just further on. The general in charge of the city decided to send three Gronckle riders to go and investigate this. The riders rose above the clouds, and gasped. It was an enormous flying ship! They had no idea what to make of it.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: I wouldn’t exactly describe an 50 metre long ship as enourmous.<img alt="":p"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_tongue.gif"" title=""Razz""/>Also, am I right to<a class=""postlink"" href=""https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?p=22624419#p22624419"" rel=""nofollow"">edit my post</a>to fit in with the current storyline? And apologies for the short post.<br/><br/>He didn’t expect dragons. The night had passed quickly and only an hour or so after the sun rose, he saw the flying multi-coloured boulders hovering just port of his ship. Cursing in displeasure and mind darting back to his last unfortunate encounter with dragons, he armed the weapons once more with an ominous click. The early morning light burst through the clouds and off<span style=""font-style: italic"">Royale Drake</span>dazzlingly as he wheeled the ship around to face the dragons, when upon closer examination, were revealed to have riders on them. Sighing with annoyance, he disarmed the With the calm of a professional fighter, he stepped on deck and cocked his pistols, before yelling out to the riders.<br/><br/>“Captain Jeong of the HMS<span style=""font-style: italic"">Royale Drake</span>, privateer of the Empire of Chaeyoung. And you are?”"
4847,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=275,2014-11-30T04:18:00,Oceasian Scandinavia,"With victory for OS and the DRE forces on sight, Johannesen notices what's going on board the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Republicka</span>. He took out his gun, and fired it at the Icelandic guards attempting to take over the ship. One by one, the guards fall dead due to gunshot wounds. However, while Johannesen is having an easy time shooting off Icelanders, the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Tirano</span>itself is in a horrible state. The ship's mainmast and foremast has been taken down. The<span style=""font-style: italic"">Indominus</span>isn't doing much better, either. Jorgen had flown his dragon onto the ship, killing off 2 crew members. Johannesen tried to shoot his dragon, but the bullet doesn't seem to have any effect on it. Then, he tries to kill Jorgen, but only manages to injure his right arm. Johannesen watched as Jorgen and his dragon flew off the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Indominus</span>. Johannesen ordered the crew members of the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Tirano</span>to fight until the ship actually sinks. Crew members firing cannons on the lower deck has their foot in the water. However, there's still a chance to save the ship. Crew members rushes to repair the damage and leak. The<span style=""font-style: italic"">Indominus</span>continuously fires at the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Västergötland</span>. The enemy ship is at a disadvanatage, due to being stuck with the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Republicka</span>. ONS<span style=""font-style: italic"">Copas</span>comes to join the fight. Johannesen continues shooting at the Icelander on board the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Republicka</span>."
4848,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=275,2014-11-30T04:47:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote><div><cite>Oceasian Scandinavia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22626233#p22626233"">wrote</a>:</cite>With victory for OS and the DRE forces on sight, Johannesen notices what's going on board the <span style=""font-style: italic"">Republicka</span>. He took out his gun, and fired it at the Icelandic guards attempting to take over the ship. One by one, the guards fall dead due to gunshot wounds. However, while Johannesen is having an easy time shooting off Icelanders, the <span style=""font-style: italic"">Tirano</span> itself is in a horrible state. The ship's mainmast and foremast has been taken down. The <span style=""font-style: italic"">Indominus</span> isn't doing much better, either. Jorgen had flown his dragon onto the ship, killing off 2 crew members. Johannesen tried to shoot his dragon, but the bullet doesn't seem to have any effect on it. Then, he tries to kill Jorgen, but only manages to injure his right arm. Johannesen watched as Jorgen and his dragon flew off the <span style=""font-style: italic"">Indominus</span>. Johannesen ordered the crew members of the <span style=""font-style: italic"">Tirano</span> to fight until the ship actually sinks. Crew members firing cannons on the lower deck has their foot in the water. However, there's still a chance to save the ship. Crew members rushes to repair the damage and leak. The <span style=""font-style: italic"">Indominus</span> continuously fires at the <span style=""font-style: italic"">Västergötland</span>. The enemy ship is at a disadvanatage, due to being stuck with the <span style=""font-style: italic"">Republicka</span>. ONS <span style=""font-style: italic"">Copas</span> comes to join the fight. Johannesen continues shooting at the Icelander on board the <span style=""font-style: italic"">Republicka</span>.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>While the enemies were occupied with attacking the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Västergötland</span>, the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Yggdrasil</span>flanked the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Tirano</span>, firing broadsides into the already ruined ship. Soon, the ship's topmast collapsed, leaving the Oceasian warship unable to move. The port artillery continued firing at the enemy ships (they still had ammunition left), while the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Wōtan</span>sailed into open waters, confronting the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Indominus</span>and attacking it. Jorgen, who had been injured, flew back into the palace, where the butlers (who were all armed too) dressed his wounds. ""Sir"", asked one of them, ""are you sure you want to go back out?"" The King replied, ""Of course; You stay here and protect the palace, I'll go out. Send a telegram to Svalbard and tell them to send the 32 reserve warships they have over to Reykjavík. We've got to stall for one, the civilians to leave and two, Elsa and Christopher to get to Nuuk!"" The head butler nodded in affirmation, and Jorgen, now with his would dressed, took the Inferno, Hiccup III's fire sword, and went off on Engartennur, back into the skirmish.<br/><br/>By now, the police force, riding on the iridescent blue Nadders, took up arms and flew off towards the battle, burning Oceasian ships as they went along.<br/><br/>On board the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Republicka</span>, the 12 remaining Guards of the Wilderwest captured the captain of the ship, holding him hostage and forcing him to command the troops to dump the ammunition overboard, so that the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Republicka</span>couldn't attack anymore. Having dumped the ammunition overboard, the 12 men proceeded to dump the crew overboard, taking the captain and steering the huge ship, with the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Västergötland</span>still impaled in its side, towards the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Copas</span>, with the intent of smashing the two warships together, taking out two for the price of one.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>Drago had gone on a rampage in Malefor's castle, smashing magic artefacts and throwing potions down the sewage systems. Eventually, he came upon a book filled with letters. These letters were from PM Johannesen! The Oceasians had betrayed the Icelanders! Seething with rage, Drago ripped the letters up, smashed the rest of the magic objects in the castle, and headed back to the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Hveðrungr</span>. He was going back to Iceland. That must be where that coward Malefor and the pestilential PM of OS had gone to! Using the Millennium Ring's new powers (he had ""renewed"" its magic with Malefor's miscellaneous spellbooks and artefacts), Drago directed the ship back to Reykjavík. ""I shall put right with Jorgen waht I have done wrong!"" he declared to himself before charging the ship through the rough ocean."
4849,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=275,2014-11-30T04:48:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Chilokver <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22626180#p22626180"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22625609#p22625609"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">THE HIGH SEAS</span></span><br/><br/>""Elsa..."" Christopher stood beside Elsa, who was leaning on the railing of the <span style=""font-style: italic"">Hagen</span>'s poop deck. ""Elsa, if this is the end for both of us, I should like to tell you that I was willing to follow you to the end."" Elsa turned around, answering with some degree of sadness in her voice, ""Christopher, I don't understand why you love me back. I'm a mutant, I'm infertile... Hell, I don't even know what I'm searching for in my life!"" Christopher gently held her hand, before saying softly to her, ""What you want... it's not out there."" He pointed to Elsa. ""It's in here. In your heart."" Elsa smiled, a single glimmering tear rolling down her cheek. The couple kissed each other in the glorious green light of the Borealis as the first snowflakes of Greenland began to flitter around. <br/><br/>""I love you, Elsa.""<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">THE DRE'S CAPITAL</span></span><br/><br/>Once again, Drago had reached the capital of the DRE, using the power of his Millennium Ring to quicken his progress. Storming through the city square, he, as usual, dismembered the guards standing everywhere with his single muscular arm. Smashing the door of Malefor's office, Drago screamed, ""Malefor!"" There was, however, no response. Malefor had left. Gritting his teeth in anger, Drago proceeded to massacre the guards of Malefor's palace, racking up a body count of over 200. Seizing the captain of the Guard, he slammed the man against a wall, straddled him on the chest and held the Millennium Ring over his face. ""TELL ME WHERE MALEFOR HAS GONE!!!"" he yelled, the veins in his face and neck bulging like bruises. <br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>In the meantime, the secondary military HQ in Neskaupstaður was informed of a huge explosion above the clouds just further on. The general in charge of the city decided to send three Gronckle riders to go and investigate this. The riders rose above the clouds, and gasped. It was an enormous flying ship! They had no idea what to make of it.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: I wouldn’t exactly describe an 50 metre long ship as enourmous. <img alt="":p"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_tongue.gif"" title=""Razz""/> Also, am I right to <a class=""postlink"" href=""https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?p=22624419#p22624419"" rel=""nofollow"">edit my post</a> to fit in with the current storyline? And apologies for the short post. <br/><br/>He didn’t expect dragons. The night had passed quickly and only an hour or so after the sun rose, he saw the flying multi-coloured boulders hovering just port of his ship. Cursing in displeasure and mind darting back to his last unfortunate encounter with dragons, he armed the weapons once more with an ominous click. The early morning light burst through the clouds and off <span style=""font-style: italic"">Royale Drake</span> dazzlingly as he wheeled the ship around to face the dragons, when upon closer examination, were revealed to have riders on them. Sighing with annoyance, he disarmed the With the calm of a professional fighter, he stepped on deck and cocked his pistols, before yelling out to the riders. <br/><br/>“Captain Jeong of the HMS <span style=""font-style: italic"">Royale Drake</span>, privateer of the Empire of Chaeyoung. And you are?”</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""We are soldiers of King Jorgen III Ólafsson of Iceland and the WIlderwest!"" their leader shouted over the headwind. ""What brings you into Iceland's land?"""
4850,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=275,2014-11-30T05:02:00,Bunkeranlage,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">NUUK</span></span><br/><br/>The ISS<span style=""font-style: italic"">Hagen</span>had finally reached Nuuk. Elsa and Christopher saw the port, teeming with life, the last ships of Iceland's navy sitting there, 3 of them. ""We're finally safe!"" Elsa said to Christopher. ""That's right"", he replied. ""Now we can get about to saving the Tall Plains!"" By the time they had reached Greenland, it was already morning, the first piercing rays of the sun wrapping the world in its warmth and light. The two left the ship along with the Admiral, going into the military outpost set up there.<br/><br/>""Welcome, Admiral. Welcome, your Majesties."" The commodore in charge of the Icelandic military outpost poured out hot drinks for them, before inviting them in and showing the plans for Tall Plains' invasion.<br/><br/>""We have one powerful warship currently in the dock"", explained the commodore to the others. ""The ISS<span style=""font-style: italic"">Imperium Finlandia</span>. A mighty 140 gunner, she's the biggest ship in our navy. His Majesty told us that he'd be saving the best for the last. With this ship, we'll be attacking the DRE outpost in the Tall Plains. You're only going to need this one, though. With crew capacity of 800, it'll be more than enough for this assault. I, on the other hand, will be taking the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Hagen</span>and the others back to Reykjavík to assist with their little skirmish there.""<br/><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i60.tinypic.com/k1osw9.jpg""/><br/>The ISS <span style=""font-style: italic"">Imperium Finlandia</span></div><br/><br/><br/>""Send a telegram to Asgard Castle; Elsa and Christopher of Arendelle and Warfang are here."""
4851,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=275,2014-11-30T05:26:00,Oceasian Scandinavia,"The<span style=""font-style: italic"">Indominus</span>continues focusing it's attack on the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Västergötland</span>and the now-hijacked<span style=""font-style: italic"">Republicka</span>. For now, they can deal with them and the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Wōtan</span>at the same time, but it's not going to be that way for long. Johannesen continues firing at the 12 remaining Icelandic guards on board the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Republicka</span>, even as cannonballs rain down everywhere around him. ONS<span style=""font-style: italic"">Copas</span>continues firing on both ships, in hopes that the two warships won't take out them out. The<span style=""font-style: italic"">Tirano</span>now fires it's cannons at the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Yggdrasil</span>, hoping that they can take down the ship along with them. Crew members of the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Indominus</span>knows that the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Copas</span>is now safe. The two ships impaled at one another is already damaged very bad, and the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Västergötland</span>will take the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Republicka</span>down with her. But of course, the process needs to be quicker. They continued firing at both ships, until they can see both of the ships going down into the ocean. Before this, the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Copas</span>had slowly retreated, allowing more time to sink the two impaled ships. Now they're dealing with the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Wōtan</span>. The<span style=""font-style: italic"">Indominus</span>is currently damaged. Reinforcement is needed. Suddenly, another OS, naval ship, ONS<span style=""font-style: italic"">Filin</span>, with the crew members knowing that they're doomed due to the fire on board, impales the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Wotan</span>, to ensure that they're not going down alone. Crew members of the ship pulled out their swords and guns, and then proceeded to battle against the Icelanders.<br/><br/>Now, the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Indominus</span>proceeds to help the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Tirano</span>battle against the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Yggdrasil</span>, however, it's practically too late. Crew members of the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Tirano</span>is still fighting to the last man, with their ship slowly sinking. The<span style=""font-style: italic"">Indominus</span>fires her cannons, and did a great job of damaging the enemy ship. However, the fate of the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Tirano</span>is already sealed. Johannesen notices the flame-throwing dragon air force approaching the ship, and then waits until they're close. He takes the Borostis, set it to attract the Kraken so that it can attack the dragons, and waited. When one of the dragon is about to burn Johannesen to death, the giant tentacles of the Kraken grabs the dragon, and it's rider, and kills them with a single bite. The dragon air force is now preoccupied with the Kraken. The<span style=""font-style: italic"">Indominus</span>lowers a long ladder, but with the distance between it and the sinking<span style=""font-style: italic"">Tirano</span>, there was only time to save one crew member. With all the other surviving crew members swimming away before he even notices the ladder, Johannesen proceeds to shoot them in both legs, leaving them to drown. Johannesen himself swims towards the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Indominus</span>, and is saved. He carried the Borostis with him. Now, ONS<span style=""font-style: italic"">Angbir</span>arrives to help them destroy the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Yggdrasil</span>. Johannesen watches as the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Tirano</span>sinks before his own eyes. He never thought this day would come. The flame-throwing dragons are still a problem.<br/><br/>The battle at the beaches are going well, with help of the DRE forces. The<span style=""font-style: italic"">Filin</span>and the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Wōtan</span>both sunk due to the fire. The army is now prepared to land on the beaches, but the naval battle isn't over yet. The Icelandic navy is still resisting and defending the city, although it seems that the city is under evacuation."
4852,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=275,2014-11-30T05:46:00,Bunkeranlage,"Oceasian victory appeared to be inevitable, with both the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Siegfried</span>and the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Wōtan</span>gone and the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Yggdrasil</span>occupied with fighting the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Angbir</span>and the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Indominus</span>. The entire Brigade of Reykjavík (numbering about 3,500) had been called back to the city by the generals in Asgard Castle, while Jorgen III continued to lead the Dragon Air Force against the DRE and Oceasian ships. Suddenly, the entire port was shrouded in fog. ""Strange"", thought the King. ""This fog came quite quickly..."" He could hear Schluckauf screaming from the deck of the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Simon Petrus</span>, ""He's here! Drago Bludvist is here!"" Schluckauf was right, for the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Hveðrungr</span>had shown up, the one crew member using a magical force to steer it towards the action. ""Drago... he came back to save us..."" said Jorgen to himself. From the distance, everybody could hear a booming voice echoing, ""I have returned to save he who has freed me!"" Drago, speeding the ship, eventually went straight up towards the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Copas</span>, climbing on board and drawing a jagged sword, brutally attacking the Oceasians who were on the ship. Eventually massacring the crew of the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Copas</span>, Drago dragged the remaining crew members and forced them to steer the brigantine towards the ship with the Oceasian leader on board. The crew members, fearing for their lives, gladly complied. Eventually, Drago managed to get on board the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Indominus</span>, the Millennium Ring glowing a white hot colour. ""Where is your leader?"" he boomed.<br/><br/>Jorgen's dragon riders, spurred on by the arrival of an enemy-turned-ally, charged on back to the skirmish. The Monstrous Nightmares charged up their fire and knocked over the mainmast of the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Angbir</span>, but not before burning up the sails on the other two masts. Jorgen himself whirled around on Engartennur before jumping off onto the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Indominus</span>, standing back to back with Drago as Engartennur flew off on his towards the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Republicka</span>, plummeting the enemy ship with balls of plasma fire.<br/><br/>Drago threw his jagged sword at an Oceasian marine and took out a hidden mace from inside his armour while Jorgen drew Inferno, activating the fiery blade charged with Zippleback gas. The two men proceeded to fight off the Oceasian marines on board the ship, killing some, injuring others and pushing a lucky few off the edge. Drago, swinging his mace around non-stop, eventually got it stuck in the foremast, at which point he strangled a Marine with his bare hand and took the man's spear, twirling it around artistically and cutting down Marines and sailors in his path. Despite having killed off 37 men already, the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Indominus</span>had a crew size of 680. ""It's going to take a hell of a long time to find the PM!"" Drago yelled to Jorgen over the ruckus of the battle.<br/><br/>As artillery continued to fire, despite ammo running low, the combined forces of the Guards of the Wilderwest and the Reykjavík Brigade proceeded to form a battle formation at the port to protect the artillery, with musketeers in front, crossbowmen behind, and the swordsmen behind the heavy cannons, ready to charge forward.<br/><br/>While all this was happening, the Kraken continued on its crazed trail of destruction. It had already taken out three Icelandic ships (two frigates and one brigantine), but it had suddenly decided to attack the dragons instead. Grabbing dragons out of the sky, the beast went on a full buffet, munching on dragon after dragon. It was mostly the police and the slightly slower Nadders that were taken; the MNRC had faster dragons, and generally flew higher up. Engartennur was too fast for the beast to grab, but it didn't care anyway, as Engartennur's fire, despite being the most destructive, was also the most infrequent, only hitting every now and then, bringing masts crashing down and blowing up gunpowder magazines."
4853,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=300,2014-11-30T05:55:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">A message to Iceland's allies<br/><br/>We are currently in a state of emergency. The combined navies of Oceasia and the DRE are assaulting our capital, and our citizens have even had to be evacuated. Any military aid is welcome and appreciated.<br/><br/>- General Julius Hagensson, CIC of the Reykjavík Brigade</blockquote><br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>CURRENT STATISTICS:<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><div align=""center"">Battle of Reykjavík</div></span></span></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i59.tinypic.com/20fxnqx.jpg""/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><div align=""center"">Belligerents</div></span></span></span><br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Malefor</span><br/>Oceasian Scandinavia<br/>The Dragon Realms Empire<br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Jorgen III</span><br/>Iceland<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Naval size</span></span></span></div><br/><br/>Oceasia: 78 warships<br/>Flagships: ONS<span style=""font-style: italic"">Tirano</span>(destroyed), ONS<span style=""font-style: italic"">Indominus</span>, ONS<span style=""font-style: italic"">Copas</span>(hijacked), ONS<span style=""font-style: italic"">Republicka</span>, the Kraken<br/><br/>DRE: 30 warships<br/>Flagships: None<br/><br/>Iceland: 84 warships<br/>Flagships: ISS<span style=""font-style: italic"">Yggdrasil</span>, ISS<span style=""font-style: italic"">Wōtan</span>(destroyed), ISS<span style=""font-style: italic"">Siegfried</span>(destroyed), ISS<span style=""font-style: italic"">Imperium Finlandia</span>(currently not present),<span style=""font-style: italic"">Hveðrungr</span>(not in use)"
4854,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=300,2014-11-30T06:12:00,Oceasian Scandinavia,"As crew members of the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Republicka</span>miraculously managed to put the fire down, they can only watch what's going on at the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Indominus</span>. They're powerless to stop whatever's happening there. However, it's the contrary for crew members of the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Copas</span>. One of them actually manages to hide inside the ship. And, using his excellent accuracy at shooting, shots Jorgen's right leg. Nobody in the middle of the fight knows where the gunshot came from. A crew member of the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Indominus</span>stabs Jorgen's left leg with his sword. The whole ship suddenly goes quiet. The Kraken is still trying to kill off Iceland's dragon air force.<br/><br/>""You there! Stop killing people on this ship! If not, then i will shoot this man's neck."" The crew member said to Drago. The situation on board gets even more tense. At this point in time, nobody on board knows where Johannesen is.<br/>With the whole ship quiet, the man spoke again. ""You will probably survive all this, but he won't. Don't you feel bad for the man you misunderstood?!"" He said.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, inside the ship, Johannesen is still figuring things out with the Borostis, trying to gain control of the situation."
4855,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=300,2014-11-30T06:14:00,Bunkeranlage,"Christopher and Elsa, taking the helm of the<span style=""font-style: italic"">ISS Imperium Finlandia</span>, sailed towards the Tall Plains with the 800-strong crew of Marines, Guards and sailors. Simultaneously, Grand Admiral Þórsson took command of the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Hagen</span>and led the 4 ships back to Reykjavík. Svalbard's 32 reserve vessels were expected to take a couple of days to arrive."
4856,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=300,2014-11-30T06:19:00,Bunkeranlage,"Drago sneered at the crew. He threw his spear overboard, before stepping backward slightly. All of a sudden, he laughed. ""Did you think we'd be so easy to beat?"" At that moment, the five prongs of the Millennium Ring started flailing wildly. A beam of magic fired from the eye on the triangular centrepiece of the Ring, hitting the man standing over Jorgen and flinging him overboard. With Jorgen pinned down, however, Drago was unable to advance further. He took off the Ring and handed it to one of the Marines, before putting his one arm in the air.<br/><br/>The Marines took their two prisoners below deck, just as the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Yggdrasil</span>sank the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Angbir</span>just nearby.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i61.tinypic.com/3166tlf.jpg""/><br/>The Millennium Ring</div>"
4857,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=300,2014-11-30T06:27:00,Oceasian Scandinavia,"With Drago's arms in the air, crew members of the ship pulled out their guns and aimed it at Drago. They told him to jump into the water. Meanwhile, below deck, Johannesen has finally...figured things out.<br/>What seems like cannonball fire jumped everyone on board, including Drago. One of the door opens, as Johannesen slowly stepped out. The Borostis is secretly with him.<br/>""So, it appears that you want to meet me, Drago."" Johannesen said, circling the old-looking man.<br/>""Tell me, what is it that you want from me?"""
4858,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=300,2014-11-30T06:32:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote><div><cite>Oceasian Scandinavia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22626877#p22626877"">wrote</a>:</cite>With Drago's arms in the air, crew members of the ship pulled out their guns and aimed it at Drago. They told him to jump into the water. Meanwhile, below deck, Johannesen has finally...figured things out.<br/>What seems like cannonball fire jumped everyone on board, including Drago. One of the door opens, as Johannesen slowly stepped out. The Borostis is secretly with him.<br/>""So, it appears that you want to meet me, Drago."" Johannesen said, circling the old-looking man.<br/>""Tell me, what is it that you want from me?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC: *arm<br/><br/>IC:<br/>Before Drago could jump over, he heard Johannesen's voice. Whirling around, he looked at Johannesen. ""So... you are PM Johannesen"", he snarled. Looking at Jorgen, lying on the floor, then back at the PM, he muttered, ""What is it you're after, Johannesen? Why have you attacked a neutral state?"" Ducking to avoid a fireball from a Monstrous Nightmare, he resumed, ""Your two nations were doing just fine before that b*stard Malefor showed up.""<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>""Hurry! Full sails! And run out the oars!"" The Rear Admiral was sweating all over, despite it being -5C. He was trying to get the 4 ships to Reykjavík as soon as he could. ""With two nations against one, the King is going to need all the help he can get!"""
4859,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=300,2014-11-30T06:38:00,Oceasian Scandinavia,"""Well, to be simple, I'm not powerful enough politically. I don't even FEEL powerful enough. In wars like this, my country have always been puppets to larger nations like yours. After this war is over, that will change forever."" Johannesen said.<br/>As Johannesen's hands points to Drago, the tentacles of the Kraken grabs Drago, close to Johannesen.<br/>""Now, tell me. I don't think you can survive being digested by a giant octopus, so i bet you want me to ower you down."" Johannesen said, as the Kraken did release Drago from it's grips.<br/>""And as for Malefor, we're allies, at least for now. Decades from now, the alliance between OS and the DRE will be broken, and I'm still finding a way to solve it diplomatically. Oh wait, i have."" Johannesen said."
4860,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=300,2014-11-30T06:45:00,Bunkeranlage,"""You monster!"" Drago screamed, wiping the slime off his body. ""I'll kill you for this, just you wait!"" With that, the Millennium Ring began shaking in the Marine's hand, before jumping and stabbing four of the five prongs into the man's neck, burning his face off. Immediately, Drago punched one of Johannesen's bodyguards, before pulling the Ring out of the dead Marine's throat and putting it back on. Slinging Jorgen over his shoulder in a fireman's lift, Drago dashed and jumped off the side of the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Indominus.</span>The Marines, seized in shock, looked over the side, only to see Engartennur flying off with Drago and a semi-conscious Jorgen on his back. The Night Fury flew off, landing on the port, just behind the artillery. Drago patted the dragon on the head.<br/><br/>The<span style=""font-style: italic"">Yggdrasil</span>, seeing that no more friendly forces were left on board the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Indominus</span>, proceeded to manoeuver around the wreck of the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Angbir</span>and right beside the Oceasian flagship. The two began firing broadsides at each other, as the dragons overhead plummeted both the Kraken and the Oceasian and DRE ships with lava-like fire.<br/><br/>""General Gaul has been rather quiet lately"", Drago said to himself. ""Not a bad thing, the way I see it."""
4861,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=300,2014-11-30T06:50:00,Oceasian Scandinavia,"""Let that ship go."" Johannesen said, looking at the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Yggdrasil</span>. ""We have other things to worry about.""<br/>Johannesen moves his hand around, which got people to look at him as if he's a lunatic. But they all know he's not. The Kraken dives into the water, and when it pops out, a huge amount of water exploded into the sky, putting down the fire caused by the dragons.<br/>As far as Johannesen is concerned, the Battle of Reykjavik is won."
4862,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=300,2014-11-30T06:58:00,Bunkeranlage,"The<span style=""font-style: italic"">Yggdrasil</span>, sails dripping wet with water, continued to shoot at the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Indominus</span>, punching numerous holes in her side. Admiral Schluckauf, on board the ISS<span style=""font-style: italic"">Simon Petrus</span>, was able to flank the other side of the Oceasian flagship, firing into her side. The Guards of the Wilderwest on board the Admiral's ship lost no time in climbing over to the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Indominus</span>and fighting with the Oceasian marines. As Johannesen went back into the cabin, the Guards continued to battle the marines and sailors, as both Admiral Schluckauf and the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Yggdrasil</span>'s captain fired relentlessly at the enemy flagship.<br/><br/>""Drago..."" Jorgen mumbled, semi-conscious. ""What?""<br/><br/>""What are we going to do now?""<br/><br/>Drago suddenly gasped. He remembered something, a little trinket he had taken with him on his raid of Malefor's unoccupied palace. ""It's a little key"", he said. Showing Jorgen the bronze key, he continued, ""This key is one of three keys that can be used to release the mighty Blue-Eyes White Dragon. You have one too, don't you?"" Jorgen fingered the pendant around his neck, bearing a bronze key as well. ""The third key is held by the King of the third Dragon Sanctuary- Christoph Felix V, King of the Critellardon Empire. With all three, I believe you can unlock the seal and release the Blue-Eyes, a dragon with power that almost rivals Malefor's.""<br/><br/>With that, Drago took a Gronckle from the dragon stables and charged back towards the battle, leaving Engartennur and the port soldiers to guard the wounded King."
4863,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=300,2014-11-30T07:02:00,Kingston-Atlantis,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i236.photobucket.com/albums/ff161/moonwitch1976/800px-Flag_of_Prussia_1892-1918svg.png""/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 160%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">OFFICIAL LETTER</span><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">From the King's Advisory Office</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">ALLIANCE</span></span></div><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">From: Greater Critellardon<br/>To: Iceland<br/><br/>Greetings King Jorgen III<br/><br/>Yes, I have seen your battle between the Dragon Realms Empire and your nation... I have decided that I will send aid in the form of financial resources and firepower to Iceland. It is not in our interests now to join this war... as we are dealing with some... *cough* homeland interests.<br/><br/>Thank you,<br/><br/>King Christoph Felix V</blockquote>"
4864,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=300,2014-11-30T07:06:00,Kingston-Atlantis,"Meanwhile in Berlin...<br/><br/>Random civilians walked past the closing shops as many restaurants started to serve their last course. It was late and dark in the night.<br/><br/>It was calm. Too calm to be true.<br/><br/>A group of tall, sturdy men emerged from the hidden corners of the city, carrying sharp, heavy swords, rushing into the palace and challenging the guards to a fight... groans were heard from the palace and then heavy footsteps...<br/><br/>""For God and Critellardon!"" Someone shouted from the inner halls of the castle.<br/><br/>Indeed. For God and Critellardon.<br/><br/>May the better Germany win."
4865,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=300,2014-11-30T08:21:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Gaul<br/>An Icelandic ship is en route to Tall Plain, I may need reinforcements<br/>Cynder</blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Cynder<br/>As long as Elsa isn't there you should be fine. Just keep my supplies coming.<br/>Gaul</blockquote>"
4866,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=300,2014-11-30T08:22:00,Bunkeranlage,"OOC: You can resume control of Christopher now. PS, they just married."
4867,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=300,2014-11-30T08:28:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22627512#p22627512"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: You can resume control of Christopher now. PS, they just married.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC:I read the posts<img alt="";)"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_wink.gif"" title=""Wink""/>I want them to reach Tall Plains."
4868,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=300,2014-11-30T08:33:00,Bunkeranlage,"Soon, the ISS<span style=""font-style: italic"">Imperium Finlandia</span>had left Icelandic maritime borders, entering the territory of the Canadian Empire. Elsa, at the helm of the ship, directed her smoothly through the many icebergs of the New World's treacherous seas. Before long, the Tall Plains were in sight. Dropping the ship's anchors just a short distance away, Elsa observed the port with her telescope. Handing it to Christopher, she asked, ""What do you think?"""
4869,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=300,2014-11-30T08:37:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22627590#p22627590"">wrote</a>:</cite>Soon, the ISS <span style=""font-style: italic"">Imperium Finlandia</span> had left Icelandic maritime borders, entering the territory of the Canadian Empire. Elsa, at the helm of the ship, directed her smoothly through the many icebergs of the New World's treacherous seas. Before long, the Tall Plains were in sight. Dropping the ship's anchors just a short distance away, Elsa observed the port with her telescope. Handing it to Christopher, she asked, ""What do you think?""</div></blockquote><br/>"" It's amazing"" Christopher said. ""It doesn't look very well guarded, so this might be quick.""<br/><br/>Cynder cursed to herself. Elsa was there. No matter, she would have to go through the colony and the native tribe to find her."
4870,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=300,2014-11-30T08:41:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Dragon Realms Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22627606#p22627606"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22627590#p22627590"">wrote</a>:</cite>Soon, the ISS <span style=""font-style: italic"">Imperium Finlandia</span> had left Icelandic maritime borders, entering the territory of the Canadian Empire. Elsa, at the helm of the ship, directed her smoothly through the many icebergs of the New World's treacherous seas. Before long, the Tall Plains were in sight. Dropping the ship's anchors just a short distance away, Elsa observed the port with her telescope. Handing it to Christopher, she asked, ""What do you think?""</div></blockquote><br/>"" It's amazing"" Christopher said. ""It doesn't look very well guarded, so this might be quick.""<br/><br/>Cynder cursed to herself. Elsa was there. No matter, she would have to go through the colony and the native tribe to find her.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Docking the ship at the Tall Plains' port, Elsa and Christopher led 300 of the 800 men out of the ship, into the wilderness. ""I think the ship should be able to hold off with 500 men"", said Elsa. ""My only concern is that it belongs to Jorgen, so he won't be too happy should it get destroyed.""<br/><br/>OOC: What about the battle of Reykjavík? Isn't Gaul there?"
4871,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=300,2014-11-30T08:47:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22627634#p22627634"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Dragon Realms Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22627606#p22627606"">wrote</a>:</cite>"" It's amazing"" Christopher said. ""It doesn't look very well guarded, so this might be quick.""<br/><br/>Cynder cursed to herself. Elsa was there. No matter, she would have to go through the colony and the native tribe to find her.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Docking the ship at the Tall Plains' port, Elsa and Christopher led 300 of the 800 men out of the ship, into the wilderness. ""I think the ship should be able to hold off with 500 men"", said Elsa. ""My only concern is that it belongs to Jorgen, so he won't be too happy should it get destroyed.""<br/><br/>OOC: What about the battle of Reykjavík? Isn't Gaul there?</div></blockquote><br/>OOC:i intend on using the battle to show Gaul's cowardice. So he won't directly fight. When Tall Plains falls, he sneaks out of the Battle. Oh I mean if, As if we don't know it will.<br/>""Well, we have to go inland anyway."" Christopher said. ""Spyro went ahead. He is looking for Cyril, another Dragon Council member, in the Atlawa shrine. The Atlawa are the native people. Anyway, I think we should go too."
4872,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=300,2014-11-30T08:55:00,Bunkeranlage,"OOC: Ah, in that case...<br/><br/>IC:<br/><br/>The party eventually trekked on into the woods. ""So where is this ""Atlawa shrine"", Christopher?"" Elsa inquired. ""It doesn't seem to be on the map anywhere..."" She looked around in confusion.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>The ISS<span style=""font-style: italic"">Hagen</span>had arrived in Reykjavík. Admiral Þórsson, leading the flotilla, entered the dogfight, his nimble ships dancing between the larger Oceasian warships, pelting them with the occasional cannonball. The<span style=""font-style: italic"">Yggdrasil</span>and the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Simon Petrus</span>continued firing at the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Indominus</span>, wrecking it even further. With the arrival of four new Icelandic ships, the DRE ships (which were further from the city than the OS ships) were in a tight situation. As the Admiral continued to attack, the DRE soldiers became demoralised, some even jumping overboard.<br/><br/>""Now all we need to do is find General Gaul!"""
4873,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=300,2014-11-30T09:00:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22627736#p22627736"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: Ah, in that case...<br/><br/>IC: <br/><br/>The party eventually trekked on into the woods. ""So where is this ""Atlawa shrine"", Christopher?"" Elsa inquired. ""It doesn't seem to be on the map anywhere..."" She looked around in confusion. <br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>The ISS <span style=""font-style: italic"">Hagen</span> had arrived in Reykjavík. Admiral Þórsson, leading the flotilla, entered the dogfight, his nimble ships dancing between the larger Oceasian warships, pelting them with the occasional cannonball. The <span style=""font-style: italic"">Yggdrasil</span> and the <span style=""font-style: italic"">Simon Petrus</span> continued firing at the <span style=""font-style: italic"">Indominus</span>, wrecking it even further. With the arrival of four new Icelandic ships, the DRE ships (which were further from the city than the OS ships) were in a tight situation. As the Admiral continued to attack, the DRE soldiers became demoralised, some even jumping overboard. <br/><br/>""Now all we need to do is find General Gaul!""</div></blockquote><br/>""I From what I understand, it's in the center of the forest. The reason it's not on the map is because it is considered sacred ground. Kane let us have the territory as long as we didn't ruin the shrine. We were more than welcome to visit it though. And then the Atlawa official joined the colony, and the colonists wanted Kane as their leader."" Christopher explained."
4874,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=300,2014-11-30T09:54:00,Shark isle,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Dragon Realms Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22616209#p22616209"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Shark isle <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22616047#p22616047"">wrote</a>:</cite>Omar was about to head to Iceland for a diplomatic meeting when a soldier stopped him. The Soldier said to him in a serious tone of voice"", Sir a group of archaeologists discovered something you may want to see. Omar nodded and went into the archaeological site in the jungle outside of the capital city. When Omar arrived he saw archaeologists surveying the ruins of a colony. Omar walked into the site and to his horror he saw one of the archaeologists dig up a piece of armor that belonged to the Dragon Realms Empire. He ordered the soldiers that were there to destroy the ruins of the colony and burn any artifacts. He then payed off the archaeologists not to talk about the ruins. He than went back to his office not knowing someone was waiting for him. Suddenly Omar was ambushed by Hector and a group of thugs Hector hired. Hector than forced to drink a formula which would makke Omar do Hector's bidding for one hour and would make him for get all that happened when it wore off. While Omar was writing a declaration that said he would be involved in the war with the DRE Hector found documents of the ruined colony. When Hector got him he went in front of the mirror and said into it, "" Malefor i found a document saying that there was a colony belonging to the Dragon Realms Empire here in Abmen 200 years a go"" Then he waited for a response.</div></blockquote><br/>""That colony... Well then, I think that means I am taking the colony back. You have done well""<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Omar<br/>It has come to my attention that there is a former colony of the DRE, and therefore I am taking it back, you can hand it over peacefully and end our business with you or we can take it by force. Choice is yours.<br/>Dragon Prince Malefor</blockquote><br/>With the signal OS, Malefor reclaimed Dante's Freezer as well.</div></blockquote><br/>Omar read the letter with great concern. If he did not hand of the territory he would be invaded but if he did hand over the territory he would look weak to his people. So he had a a desperate idea he decided to lie about the colonies location in his country. He then wrote a letter<br/>From: Omar<br/>To: Malefor<br/>We will give you the territory it is located in a off shore island in the northern tip of the island. If you do not see the ruins it caught fire shortly after its discovery."
4875,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=300,2014-11-30T10:07:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"And with that, Malefor took the territory that Omar said was the colony, and didn't think twice.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Master<br/>Elsa is here on Tall Plains, send reinforcements<br/>Cynder</blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Cynder<br/>You should be more than a match for Elsa. I am disappointed that you lost to her, twice no less. But if it comforts you, I'll threaten her<br/>Malefor</blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Elsa<br/>You have no business in Tall Plains, leave. Just think of how dangerous it is for your new husband. And if you leave, I won't attack you or him on the way back, but if you stay, I'll make sure you die, and AFTER he does.<br/>Malefor The Dragon Prince</blockquote>"
4876,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=300,2014-11-30T11:45:00,Greater Weselton,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Iceland<br/>We will send military support to help your nation fight The Dragon Realms Empire. They have declared war on us. The Weseltonian Army and the Weseltonian Navy will provide support against the evil DRE.<br/>Kaiser Wilhelm II of Weselton</blockquote>"
4877,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=300,2014-11-30T17:02:00,Greater Weselton,Weseltonian forces rush to Berlin from nearby locations. They are intent on kicking out the occupier. The Kaiser goes into hiding.
4878,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=325,2014-11-30T17:14:00,Kingston-Atlantis,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Berlin, Weselton</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">From the POV of a young guard, named Lukas Düffelsohn</span><br/><br/>I hurried up the stairs, hearing more and more Weseltonian guards slowly follow us. I am scared. Very scared, for according to preliminary calculations - argh, dammit, I don't have time for that now. But all I know is that we are outnumbered 20 - 1.<br/><br/>The doors creak open. I take my dark, silver sword, and hold it up in front of my face. Jörge opened it, and turned around immediately, pointing the sword out. A cat purred. We had taken a wrong turn. The footsteps became closer. We sighed. There was only one way out...<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">From no POV, 3rd Person</span><br/><br/>Dark hooded figures with strange looking swords jumped off the 3rd storey window of the Royal Palace, dashing into the dark alleyways, and disappearing from the face of the palace...<br/><br/>""For God and Critellardon!""<br/><br/>Indeed. The War has started, and this is only the beginning."
4879,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=325,2014-11-30T17:27:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kingston-Atlantis <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22627048#p22627048"">wrote</a>:</cite>[align=center]Picture snip<br/><br/>Yes, I have seen your battle between the Dragon Realms Empire and your nation... I have decided that I will send aid in the form of financial resources and firepower to Iceland. It is not in our interests now to join this war... as we are dealing with some... *cough* homeland interests.<br/><br/>Thank you,<br/><br/>King Christoph Felix V[/box]</div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Christoph Felix V,<br/><br/>Thank you for your aid. It is much appreciated. However, we are currently in the midst of repelling the Oceasian invaders. <br/><br/>There's not much I can say now.<br/><br/>- Jorgen III</blockquote><br/><br/>In the meantime, the battle raged on in Reykjavík. Drago had entered the skirmish on the Gronckle, smashing around clumsily and attacking the Marines directly. He had taken an axe from a ship, and was swinging it around and lopping heads off with it.<br/><br/>The<span style=""font-style: italic"">Yggdrasil</span>and<span style=""font-style: italic"">Indominus</span>continued to fire broadsides at each other, both ships dealing rather heavy damage to the other. With the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Simon Petrus</span>, however, the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Yggdrasil</span>was able to do more damage.<br/><br/>The landing forces had arrived on the beach, only to be met by a volley of bullets and arrows. When they recovered from that, the Guards of the Wilderwest and the port soldiers charged at them with long swords and pikes, ensuing in an all out battle at the port."
4880,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=325,2014-11-30T17:31:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Critellardon<br/>I see you are at war with Weselton, Weselton is an enemy of the DRE so I am interested in helping you.<br/>Malefor the Dragon Prince</blockquote>"
4881,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=325,2014-11-30T17:42:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Dragon Realms Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22628258#p22628258"">wrote</a>:</cite>And with that, Malefor took the territory that Omar said was the colony, and didn't think twice.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Master<br/>Elsa is here on Tall Plains, send reinforcements<br/>Cynder</blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Cynder<br/>You should be more than a match for Elsa. I am disappointed that you lost to her, twice no less. But if it comforts you, I'll threaten her<br/>Malefor</blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Elsa<br/>You have no business in Tall Plains, leave. Just think of how dangerous it is for your new husband. And if you leave, I won't attack you or him on the way back, but if you stay, I'll make sure you die, and AFTER he does.<br/>Malefor The Dragon Prince</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Malefor, <br/><br/>Perhaps I should like to inform you that we are both ready to die for what we believe in.<br/><br/>So you can kindly shut up and stop being such a coward.<br/><br/>- Elsa</blockquote>"
4882,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=325,2014-11-30T17:45:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To Elsa<br/>I wonder how Anna will react to your untimely death.<br/>Last Warning.<br/>Malefor The Dragon Prince</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Cynder<br/>Her resolve is too strong, you're on your own<br/>Malefor</blockquote>"
4883,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=325,2014-11-30T17:47:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Dragon Realms Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22633868#p22633868"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To Elsa<br/>I wonder how Anna will react to your untimely death.<br/>Last Warning.<br/>Malefor The Dragon Prince</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Malefor,<br/><br/>Which should be valued more?<br/><br/>The life of one princess, or the lives of 400,000,000 common citizens?<br/><br/>- Elsa</blockquote>"
4884,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=325,2014-11-30T17:52:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To Christopher<br/>You have no business on Tall Plains. Leave now and I will spare you and Elsa.<br/>Malefor</blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Malefor<br/>The fact that you want me to leave is all the more reason I should stay. And in fact I think you are just scared. Scared of Elsa. You know which of the two prophecies will come true<br/>Christopher</blockquote><br/>""Elsa..."" Christopher said ""Can we talk?"""
4885,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=325,2014-11-30T17:52:00,Kingston-Atlantis,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Dragon Realms Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22633647#p22633647"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Critellardon<br/>I see you are at war with Weselton, Weselton is an enemy of the DRE so I am interested in helping you.<br/>Malefor the Dragon Prince</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC: How did you know we were at war? All those operations were hidden... nevermind...<br/><br/>IC:<br/><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i236.photobucket.com/albums/ff161/moonwitch1976/800px-Flag_of_Prussia_1892-1918svg.png""/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 160%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">OFFICIAL LETTER</span><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">From the King's Advisory Office</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">ALLIANCE</span></span></div><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">From: Greater Critellardon<br/>To: The Dragon Realms Empire<br/><br/>Greetings Prince Malefor<br/><br/>Yes, Weselton is truly an enemy. I do not need any aid now, as we are currently... carrying out covert operations in Weselton, but I would request a Non Aggression Pact with you, in exchange for half of Poland after Weselton is defeated.<br/><br/>Also, may I ask why you are fighting against King Jorgen III?<br/><br/>Thank you,<br/><br/>King Christoph Felix V</blockquote>"
4886,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=325,2014-11-30T17:54:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Dragon Realms Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22633974#p22633974"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To Christopher<br/>You have no business on Tall Plains. Leave now and I will spare you and Elsa.<br/>Malefor</blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Malefor<br/>The fact that you want me to leave is all the more reason I should stay. And in fact I think you are just scared. Scared of Elsa. You know which of the two prophecies will come true<br/>Christopher</blockquote><br/>""Elsa..."" Christopher said ""Can we talk?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Elsa turned around. Raising an eyebrow, she asked him, ""What is it, Christopher?"""
4887,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=325,2014-11-30T17:57:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Critellardon<br/>I agree to your nonaggression pact.<br/>The reason I oppose Iceland is that I made a deal with Oceasian Scandinavia, but you didn't hear that from me.<br/>Malefor the Dragon Prince</blockquote><br/>""Why do you think Malefor is trying so hard to make us leave?"" Christopher said."
4888,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=325,2014-11-30T18:01:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Dragon Realms Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22634048#p22634048"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Critellardon<br/>I agree to your nonaggression pact.<br/>The reason I oppose Iceland is that I made a deal with Oceasian Scandinavia, but you didn't hear that from me.<br/>Malefor the Dragon Prince</blockquote> <br/>""Why do you think Malefor is trying so hard to make us leave?"" Christopher said.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Elsa looked around. ""I think there's something here that he doesn't want us to find..."" She called the lieutenants over. ""Split the men up into 12 groups, 25 men in each. We're going to search the area for anything of interest."" She turned to Christopher. ""You did say this place is nearby, no?"""
4889,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=325,2014-11-30T18:20:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"""Yes it should be"" Christopher said. then suddenly there was a thundering roar. ""That sounds like... Cynder, Elsa... I am scared"""
4890,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=325,2014-11-30T18:24:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Dragon Realms Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22634324#p22634324"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Yes it should be"" Christopher said. then suddenly there was a thundering roar. ""That sounds like... Cynder, Elsa... I am scared""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Hush!"" Elsa whispered fiercely, to both Christopher and the lieutenants. The highest ranking lieutenant made a hand gesture, with the 300 men drawing their swords, raising their pikes or cocking their guns. Elsa pulled off one glove and said quietly to Christopher, ""We're onto her..."""
4891,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=325,2014-11-30T18:44:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"Cynder roared again. And then, an ambush. DRE soldiers surrounded Elsa, Christopher and her men, with very strong soldiers.<br/>""Elsa... Promise me you won't die here."""
4892,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=325,2014-11-30T18:48:00,Bunkeranlage,"Boom! An enormous ice stalagmite jutted out of the ground, throwing some of the DRE soldiers high into the air. Elsa smiled and said, ""Nope, not by a long shot!"" The lieutenant yelled, ""Counterattack!"" The 300 men began sparring with the DRE soldiers as Elsa hurled ice bolt after ice bolt at the DRE soldiers. She took out her sword and tossed it to Christopher. ""I won't be needing this now"", she said. Conjuring up a huge snowball, she threw it at a group of DRE soldiers, smothering them under the snow."
4893,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=325,2014-11-30T18:54:00,Greater Weselton,Weseltonian Navy troops were heading towards Iceland. They would assist with Iceland defeating Malefor. This is a holy war! They would also do their best to keep Elsa safe.
4894,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=325,2014-11-30T19:00:00,Bunkeranlage,"The battle of Reykjavík raged on. The<span style=""font-style: italic"">Indominus</span>was badly damaged, and so was the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Yggdrasil</span>. One of the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Yggdrasil</span>'s masts collapsed, smashing into the side of the Oceasian flagship. Admiral Schluckauf, from the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Simon Petrus</span>, ordered his men to fire till the last ball. Grabbing a double cannonball hidden somewhere in the cabin, Schluckauf loaded a cannon and fired the double ball, knocking the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Indominus</span>'s mainmast over, which in turn smashed into the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Yggdrasil</span>. A heavy price, but well worth it, as it crippled the enemy's flagship too. With both flagships ruined and conjoined by the masts getting tangled, the men on board either ship jumped over to the other, cutting each other down with swords and bayonets.<br/><br/>The landing teams at the port weren't doing so well. The emergency artillery ammunition had been brought forward, and the heavy cannons used to fire at the Oceasian assault teams, blowing them away with huge explosions and iron shells. The Guards and port soldiers pulled back, so that the artillery could fire freely at the landing attackers. They assisted by sniping at the landers with rifles and pistols."
4895,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=325,2014-11-30T19:10:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22634778#p22634778"">wrote</a>:</cite>Boom! An enormous ice stalagmite jutted out of the ground, throwing some of the DRE soldiers high into the air. Elsa smiled and said, ""Nope, not by a long shot!"" The lieutenant yelled, ""Counterattack!"" The 300 men began sparring with the DRE soldiers as Elsa hurled ice bolt after ice bolt at the DRE soldiers. She took out her sword and tossed it to Christopher. ""I won't be needing this now"", she said. Conjuring up a huge snowball, she threw it at a group of DRE soldiers, smothering them under the snow.</div></blockquote><br/>Christopher placed a purple crystal inside the sword. It flashed.<br/>""Now it's just like my old one. Oh Cynder...""<br/>Cynder immediately appeared before them.<br/>""So I see Malefor failed to get you away. He can't do anything right can he? I'll deal with you personally"" Cynder. said."
4896,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=325,2014-11-30T19:27:00,Bunkeranlage,"Cynder was promptly blasted in the arm by Elsa, who had produced an ice arrow with her power. She produced an ice sword, pointing it at Cynder and saying, ""If you want him, come and get me as well!"""
4897,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=325,2014-11-30T19:31:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22635255#p22635255"">wrote</a>:</cite>Cynder was promptly blasted in the arm by Elsa, who had produced an ice arrow with her power. She produced an ice sword, pointing it at Cynder and saying, ""If you want him, come and get me as well!""</div></blockquote><br/>""Oh I count on it. Then Malefor will get a peace of my mind."" Cynder rushed at Elsa, and managed to knock her on the ground. Then Christopher stuck his sword in her wing. Cynder yelled in pain.<br/>""Tell Malefor THAT!"" He said."
4898,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=325,2014-11-30T19:35:00,Bunkeranlage,"As the soldiers fought with the DRE men, Elsa and Christopher fought with Cynder. While Cynder was busy wit Christopher, Elsa impaled Cynder in the abdomen with an ice spike. Throwing the ice sword at Cynder (hitting her kneecap), Elsa then conjured up another one, gripping it tightly."
4899,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=325,2014-11-30T19:41:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"Then a projection of Malefor appeared<br/>""You are sounding a bit... Disobedient Cynder"""
4900,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=325,2014-11-30T20:10:00,Greater Weselton,The Weseltonian Navy arrives. They look to defend Iceland from attacks by Malefor.
4901,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=325,2014-11-30T20:11:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Greater Weselton <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22635702#p22635702"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Weseltonian Navy arrives. They begin attacking Cynder from long-range cannons. They are determined to protect Elsa.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: your ships are heading to ICeland, Elsa isn't in Iceland."
4902,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=325,2014-11-30T20:17:00,Kingston-Atlantis,"<blockquote><div><cite>Greater Weselton <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22635702#p22635702"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Weseltonian Navy arrives. They look to defend Iceland from attacks by Malefor.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC: Congrats, my navy can now move into your nation.<img alt="":P"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_tongue.gif"" title=""Razz""/>"
4903,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=350,2014-11-30T20:41:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Dragon Realms Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22635412#p22635412"">wrote</a>:</cite>Then a projection of Malefor appeared<br/>""You are sounding a bit... Disobedient Cynder""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Elsa pointed at the projection. ""Perhaps you'd like to show your filthy face rather than cowering and speaking through magic? Or are you too afraid to show up?"""
4904,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=350,2014-11-30T20:46:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22636037#p22636037"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Dragon Realms Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22635412#p22635412"">wrote</a>:</cite>Then a projection of Malefor appeared<br/>""You are sounding a bit... Disobedient Cynder""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Elsa pointed at the projection. ""Perhaps you'd like to show your filthy face rather than cowering and speaking through magic? Or are you too afraid to show up?""</div></blockquote><br/>""And what do I have to fear from you? Oh and Cynder, you are being reassigned to Munitions Forge for rehabilitation"" Cynder disappeared. ""she is such a disappointment."""
4905,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=350,2014-12-01T00:54:00,New Chilokver,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22626333#p22626333"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Chilokver <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22626180#p22626180"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: I wouldn’t exactly describe an 50 metre long ship as enourmous. <img alt="":p"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_tongue.gif"" title=""Razz""/> Also, am I right to <a class=""postlink"" href=""https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?p=22624419#p22624419"" rel=""nofollow"">edit my post</a> to fit in with the current storyline? And apologies for the short post. <br/><br/>He didn’t expect dragons. The night had passed quickly and only an hour or so after the sun rose, he saw the flying multi-coloured boulders hovering just port of his ship. Cursing in displeasure and mind darting back to his last unfortunate encounter with dragons, he armed the weapons once more with an ominous click. The early morning light burst through the clouds and off <span style=""font-style: italic"">Royale Drake</span> dazzlingly as he wheeled the ship around to face the dragons, when upon closer examination, were revealed to have riders on them. Sighing with annoyance, he disarmed the With the calm of a professional fighter, he stepped on deck and cocked his pistols, before yelling out to the riders. <br/><br/>“Captain Jeong of the HMS <span style=""font-style: italic"">Royale Drake</span>, privateer of the Empire of Chaeyoung. And you are?”</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""We are soldiers of King Jorgen III Ólafsson of Iceland and the WIlderwest!"" their leader shouted over the headwind. ""What brings you into Iceland's land?""</div></blockquote><br/>“I believe that there is a congregation of monarchs about to take place in Iceland, correct? As one of the few Chaeyoungis who are allowed to contact the outside world, it is my responsibility to intervene as appropriate on the Empire’s behalf…”, replied the captain. And though he did not say it out loud, it was obvious what the rest of the statement was.<span style=""font-style: italic"">And for its benefit.</span>“I’m afraid that the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Royale Drake</span>must keep moving to remain afloat, and will quickly over take those, uh, of rides of yours. We can discuss further if you come aboard”, he offered courteously, if a little doubtfully as he thought back to the time a swarm of Arctic dragons had attacked him….."
4906,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=350,2014-12-01T03:41:00,Oceasian Scandinavia,"The landing teams are ordered to pull back from the beaches. The 1st invasion attempt is a failure. Meawhile, at the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Indominus</span>, the battle is still going in no one's favor, as the ship is practically immovable now. Although there is still hope left. The Kraken uses it's tentacles to damage the already-damaged<span style=""font-style: italic"">Yggdrasil</span>. ONS<span style=""font-style: italic"">Copas</span>, with surviving crew members of the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Republicka</span>now on board the ship, also did a lot of damage. With the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Yggdrasil</span>in ruins, the focus of the attack is now on the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Simon Petrus</span>. However, with things like this, Johannesen always have a backup plan. ONS<span style=""font-style: italic"">Starik</span>, a small ship, smashes itself into the<span style=""font-style: italic"">SImon Petrus</span>, damaging both ships badly. Crew members hopped into each other, disabling both ships from fighting. However, things on board the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Indominus</span>aren't going so well. Some crew members from the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Yggdrasil</span>is now attempting to take over, and this will kill a lot of crew members. Johannesen is not injured yet. He shoots down the Icelanders on board the ship, one by one. Eventually, the OS crew won the battle, but they have only 357 men left on board, nearly half of what it used to be. Weseltonian ships are close. Overall, things aren't looking good for OS and the DRE. However, Johannesen has a plan of his own.<br/><br/>He ordered for all OS ships to turn back. It takes more than 30 minutes for that to happen, and some ships didn't even make it. Other ships are doomed. However, most of the ships made it. Johannesen decides to go with the plan. The Kraken dives underwater, now invisible to the crew members. Minutes later, the sea retreated from Reykjavik. Crew members realized what just happened. The sea battle is still raging on, but soon, the Icelanders won't have a city to protect anymore. The<span style=""font-style: italic"">Indominus</span>is damaged beyond repair. Although it's not sinking yet, it's very vulnerable to an attack. That's why there's a whole bunch of ships protecting it. But it was worth it. Ten minutes after the order had been given, a wall of water formed off the coasts of Reykjavik It was so strong, the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Indominus</span>is slowly being dragged towards the coastlines. A minute later, the beaches started to flood. Soon, low-lying structures on the city got flooded. Houses are lifted off of their foundations, and a few towers, just tall enough to survive the initial strike, collapsed due to structural damage. Nothing can be heard from the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Indominus</span>, but it certainly looks like hell in the city. And while this basically ensures victory for OS, things like this can only be used very infrequently. But for now, he has won the battle."
4907,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=350,2014-12-01T05:07:00,Bunkeranlage,"With the oceans receding, and the OS vessels retreating, Jorgen knew exactly what was going on. Climbing to his feet, he yelled at the port guards, ""A tsunami! Move the guns up the hill!"" As the soldiers dragged the heavy cannons away desperately, Jorgen climbed wearily onto Engartennur's back, before flying off towards Asgard Castle sitting on the top of the hill. On reaching the courtyard, the King ordered the remnants of the Monstrous Nightmare Rider Corps to head down and bring the heavy guns to the palace courtyard before it was too late. Soon, the last gun and soldier was picked up, and not a moment too soon, for just seconds after, a huge wall of water smashed the entire port, flooding everything to neck level. The dykes failed, sending more water spewing into the port and knocking houses and trees above.<br/><br/>From the palace sitting at the top of the hill, Jorgen ordered a volley to be fired at the retreating Oceasian ships. With only 21 warships left chasing the 30 Oceasian warships out into open water, it would be a hard time. The 74-gun Weseltonian flagship, WKS<span style=""font-style: italic"">Nürnberg</span>, led the 15 Weseltonian ships on in an attempt to trap the Oceasian ships. It was no use, however. The<span style=""font-style: italic"">Indominus</span>was somehow still able to sail, despite having only a topmast and a foremast. The<span style=""font-style: italic"">Yggdrasil</span>was having an increasingly hard time staying afloat. Jorgen bit into his lip out of sheer anxiety, as failure to capture Johannesen could result in another assault. He then had an idea. If the Kraken could be beached onto the shore, it would do some serious damage, but would end up killing the beast!<br/><br/>The King's thoughts were interrupted by a cannon blast, however. The Svalbard reserve fleet had arrived! 32 brand new warships, led by the 100-gunner ISS<span style=""font-style: italic"">Tannhäuser</span>, approached the city rapidly. With 47 warships attacking from one side and 21 from the other, the Oceasians were cornered. Now, all that remained was to capture Johannesen and to beach the Kraken. The seemingly unachievable feat now stood a higher chance of being accomplished. Drago, riding the Gronckle, landed on the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Tannhäuser</span>and took command of the 32 ships from Svalbard.<br/><br/>""Huzzah! Huzzah! Huzzah!"" The joyous cries of the Icelandic sailors could be heard all over. With the arrival of the Svalbard fleet, the Oceasians were trapped in Reykjavík's port. As the Kraken continued to thrash underneath, the Weseltonian ships, under the command of Großadmiral Reinhard Sigmund, made a swift turn, blocking the Oceasian ships from leaving. This barricade was further reinforced by 18 of the Svalbard warships. The remaining 14, led by Drago's ISS<span style=""font-style: italic"">Tannhäuser</span>, charged the Oceasian fleet's remnants straight on. From the rear, the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Simon Petrus</span>, under Schluckauf's command, took charge of 13 of the remaining 21 ships in the fleet and attacked the Oceasian fleet from the back. The final 8 ships, led by the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Yggdrasil</span>, dropped nets into the water. A signal was flashed from the warship to Asgard Castle. Jorgen weakly gave an order for the remaining 177 dragon riders to swoop down into the scene. The Kraken was to be beached on Reykjavík's port. Burning the beast every time it surfaced, entangling it every time it submerged, the combined forces of the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Yggdrasil</span>'s flotilla and the remainder of the MNRC pushed the Kraken further away from the sparring fleets and closer to a huge cluster of grain silos, made of thick granite blocks, with the intent of injuring the beast by smashing it against the stone silos. ""A risky manoeuvre"", said Jorgen tiredly but triumphantly to his generals who surrounded him, ""but a risk that we'd do good to take, especially if it could mean the end of Oceasia's weapon!""<br/><br/>As the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Yggdrasil</span>'s flotilla pushed the Kraken closer to the shore, the combined fleets of Drago, Schluckauf and Sigmund cornered the Oceasian fleet's remnants and with it, the perfidious Prime Minister of Oceasian Scandinavia."
4908,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=350,2014-12-01T05:49:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Christoph Felix V,<br/><br/>Do you, by any chance, happen to possess a little bronze key? There's a ""hagalaz"" rune on the head, and the bottom has three prongs. <br/><br/>I was told that with three of these keys, we can unlock a mighty dragon called the Blue-Eyes. I currently possess two. If we can unlock it, we might stand a better chance at stopping Malefor.<br/><br/>- Jorgen III</blockquote>"
4909,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=350,2014-12-01T05:58:00,Oceasian Scandinavia,"Although victory seems inevitable, the tide suddenly turned around. Weseltonian naval ships has just arrived at the scene, along with Icelandic reinforcements from Svalbard. The Kraken is now almost beached and very lightly injured. However, there's still a solution to the problem. Retreat. Johannesen orders the Kraken to go back into the open ocean. Of course, the attempt is extremely difficult, and it even caused Johannesen to get headaches, but eventually, the mighty beast is brought back to the fleet. The way to escape the combined fleet surrounding the OS fleet is easy. Another one of Johannesen's dirty tricks is that he always while the enemy has a gun to OS's head, OS has a gun at the enemy's head. In this case, a fleet led by ONS<span style=""font-style: italic"">Xeno</span>. They began firing at the Weseltonian fleet, more than twice as small as the OS fleet. And once some of the Weseltonian ships are destroyed, the fleet makes a run for it. The damaged<span style=""font-style: italic"">Indominus</span>makes it out of the warzone, followed by most of the other ships. Some of the ships are destroyed by the Weseltonian navy, but at last, Johannesen is now safe. For now. The Kraken is currently at an extremely weak condition. It can't fight for another few days, maybe a week. And by the time that happens, the fleet will have already reached the Faroe Islands. However, the fact the one of Malefor's military leaders ran away from the battle really pisses Johannesen off. Out of emotion, he ordered the navy blockading Dante's Freezer to get Malefor's forces out of the island, by brute force if necessary.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">From: Oceasian Scandinavia<br/>To: Dragon Realms Empire<br/><br/>I see that one of your military commanders ran away from the Battle of Reykjavik. And as a result, what could've been a swift victory for both of us, ended up in utter defeat! Maybe you should get more competent military commanders. And for now, Dante's Freezer is back in my hands. If you can convince me that you have a better and more organized military, you can have the island back from me.</blockquote><br/>In related news, OS has now declared that it's withdrawing from the DRE-Entente war."
4910,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=350,2014-12-01T06:03:00,Kingston-Atlantis,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Jorgen III,<br/><br/>Yes, I did have a bronze key, but now it is with my young nephew as we did not really understand what it was for... I do remember vaguely my father, Hansen Felix, telling me about a faint legend about some eyes... but I cannot really remember. My nephew has a strong tendency to swallow things.<br/><br/>Is this supposed legend about the Blue Eyes really true? If so, I can try to get my nephew who is currently in the Swiss Alps with my brother in a quaint little village. Communication would be hard, but it is neccessary.<br/><br/>Thank you,<br/>Christoph Felix V</blockquote>"
4911,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=350,2014-12-01T06:11:00,Bunkeranlage,"With the withdrawal of the Oceasian forces from Reykjavík, the city was finally safe. The fleet, while badly battered and missing all but two of its flagships, hd done its duty in defending the city. Jorgen stood in the courtyard of Asgard Castle, looking upon the retreating Oceasian ships, his long black hair flying in the wind. Engartennur lay down beside him, barking occasionally, but seemingly aware of the situation. With all the hostile forces gone, the soldiers were able to begin draining the city off and rebuilding the dykes.<br/><br/>A telegram was sent to the men in charge of the evacuation, saying that the citizens of Reykjavík were to be housed elsewhere until the city had been fully repaired.<br/><br/>Drago, trudging through the icy, muddy water, made his way up to the courtyard. Seeing Jorgen standing there in the moonlight, a wounded yet proud figure, he went up and stood beside him. ""Your Highness... they're gone. Your city is safe"". Jorgen nodded and looked on at the remains of his navy, now to be led by the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Tannhäuser</span>and the newly unveiled<span style=""font-style: italic"">Imperium Finlandia</span>. An old generation had passed on- a new one was to begin.<br/><br/>""What will you have me do now?""<br/><br/>Jorgen turned to Drago, saying to him gently, ""You have made up for your wrongdoings against my line. I forgive you now. Go, and be at peace."" Drago smiled, his white beard flowing in the wind. That moment, a light enveloped him. He looked up into the green night sky, a single tear rolling out of one of his cataract-clouded eyes, before his body disintegrated and disappeared into the wind, the Millennium Ring dropping on the floor with a loud clang. Jorgen picked up the Ring, now devoid of Drago's soul, and went on board the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Tannhäuser</span>. Bringing the ship out into the open ocean, Jorgen then hurled the golden pendant into the ocean, setting Drago free once and for all.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">PM Johannesen,<br/><br/>By the time you get to read this (which is probably when you return to Torshavn), I would have begun the repairing of Reykjavík and the reconstruction of my navy at 12 of my ports.<br/><br/>I demand an explanation for your actions against Iceland. Your invasion was uncalled for. Both our nations have been allies traditionally. For you to break this hundred-year old treaty is most insulting. <br/><br/>If you refuse to give me one, I will ensure that all relations with OS are ended after the end of the DRE crisis.<br/><br/>- Jorgen III Ólafsson, King of Iceland</blockquote>"
4912,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=350,2014-12-01T06:16:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kingston-Atlantis <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22638721#p22638721"">wrote</a>:</cite>-snip-</div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Christoph Felix V,<br/><br/>There's only one way to find out- We have to get the last key. The location of the Blue Eyes Seal is just 12 KM away from Goose Bay in the Canadian Empire. We are currently on good terms with them, as we're helping them to repel Malefor's forces (something they've, admittedly, been quite horrible at). I can obtain permission from their government to land our ships there and try unlocking the Blue Eyes. In the meantime, you can try and get the key back from your nephew.<br/><br/>Yours Faithfully,<br/><br/>Jorgen III</blockquote>"
4913,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=350,2014-12-01T06:34:00,Oceasian Scandinavia,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">From: Oceasian Scandinavia<br/>To: Iceland<br/><br/>The reason for the invasion of your country by Malefor? Well, there's some reasons for it. The first reason. When you have political power, you would crave for more of it. That's my personal reason. Now, the second reason. You see, by the time i joined this war, most of the DRE has already been conquered by the new DRE. And since Dante's Freezer is a part of the DRE, Malefor is seeking to conquer it. In other words, we're doomed. So, i made a deal with Malefor, promising him to help his forces end this war, in hopes that i will fulfill my personal reasons, and keep Dante's Freezer, and the rest of OS safe from him. Anyway, I'll talk to you soon.</blockquote><br/>Johannesen is still very pissed off that he had lost the war. But for now, he will have to wait again. A new day brings a new hope."
4914,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=350,2014-12-01T07:15:00,Bunkeranlage,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">TALL PLAINS</span></span><br/><br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""color: #FF0000"">OOC Warning! The following post contains some minor references and may not be suitable for those below 13. Not that it would matter, though, since we're all (by right) 13 and above.<br/><br/>Nothing explicit, but still... yeah.</span><br/></span><br/><br/>Elsa, Christopher and Company, having spent an unsuccessful 6 hours searching for clues leading to the shrine, decided that it was time to set up camp for the night. The sun was already beginning to set, and Elsa's lieutenant decided that it wasn't wise to continue in the dark. ""Would be a huge waste of oil anyways"", he said. Therefore, the group set off to find an open area, eventually coming across a large field.<br/><br/>The company took out large canvas sheets, splints, ropes and nails, pitching numerous tents all over the place. Lieutenant Hans Fleidemann, Elsa's personal guard, helped the monarchs pitch a large tent for themselves. The other soldiers took out pots and cauldrons. Cooking up some oats and vegetable soup, the men took out some of their bread and cracker rations. The sergeants stood by the side of the pots and spooned servings into the bowls of the soldiers. Elsa, feeling tired, told Christopher that she would be going into the tent first, to get some rest. Christopher obliged, saying, ""Yeah, you go on ahead, I'll stay here with the men for now"".<br/><br/>Elsa sat down on a little stool in the tent, pulling her boots off and massaging her extremely sore feet. The day had been long and tough, and she had used up much of her powers, draining her energy. An attendant brought her some of the soup and the bread, which she finished gratefully. Placing the map on the makeshift bed on the floor, she began tracing their routes that day. ""Not bad, not bad"", she said to herself.<br/><br/>Just then, a guard outside said loudly, ""Your Highness, Lieutenant Konerev wants to see you! He says it's very important."" Elsa said, ""Okay, let him in."" Realising that the guards were tired, she then added, ""Also, you're dismissed."" As the guards marched off towards the kitchen, Lieutenant Boris Ivanovitch Konerev entered Elsa's tent. ""Your Majesty"", he spoke in his deep bass voice, almost hypnotically. ""It's been a tough day for you, I imagine."" Elsa nodded, adding on, ""Indeed it has! Haha, my feet are aching all over!""<br/><br/>Lieutenant Konerev smiled at her, receiving a smile back, before Elsa added, ""So, what is it you wanted to tell me?"" Konerev walked over to the map, lying next to where Elsa was seated, pointing to a little spot. ""You see this here?"" Elsa bent over, trying to see what the lieutenant was pointing at. The next thing she knew, however, Konerev had shoved her backwards. ""What are you doing, Konerev?""<br/><br/>Konerev sneered. Silently grabbing Elsa's arm and twisting her wrist upwards, he forced her down onto the bed, before shouting, ""Now!"" Elsa then realised what the lieutenant really wanted to do. Trying to use whatever power that remained in her, she pierced the lieutenant's shoulder with a spike of ice. He cringed, shoving Elsa back onto the bed and forcefully kissing her.<br/><br/>Outside, however, was chaos. Around 40 of the men had drawn their weapons, attacking the other men and catching them by surprise. Christopher drew the purple sword and tried fighting them, but to no avail, for he had also been weakened by the fight with Cynder.<br/><br/>Fleidemann, sensing that Elsa was in danger, sneaked quietly to the weapon storage tent, taking three pistols with him and going to Elsa's tent. Pulling back the sheet, he gasped. Lieutenant Konerev had bound Elsa's hands and tied her wrists to the bedpost, while he kissed Elsa, who was unable to fight back. Fleidemann screamed, ""Everyone! Lieutenant Konerev is trying to violate Queen Elsa!"" With that, he fired two of the pistols, both bullets hitting Konerev in the back. The treacherous lieutenant fell off the side, landing on the floor and breathing heavily in agony. Taking the third pistol, Fleidemann dragged Konerev outside by the collar, stepping on his neck and shooting him in the back of the head almost point blank. ""All the traitors, drop your weapons and put your hands in the air!"" The traitors, afraid of befalling the same fate as their leader, threw their swords on the floor and followed the other men, who tied them to trees and gagged them with a random assortment of objects they could find, like socks, undergarments and flannel cloths.<br/><br/>Elsa, having been untied by Christopher, sat up and rubbed her mouth. ""Are you alright, Elsa?"" he asked worriedly. She spat on the ground, before replying nonchalantly, ""That man needed to rinse his mouth really badly. It tastes like something died in there!""<br/><br/>Soon, Konerev's body had been buried, a simple tombstone jammed into the ground, reading ""Борис Иванович Конерев"", ending that frightful chapter. The party, free of traitors, would now be able to continue their journey and quest to save Tall Plains."
4915,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=350,2014-12-01T13:12:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Oceasian Scandinavia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22638703#p22638703"">wrote</a>:</cite>Although victory seems inevitable, the tide suddenly turned around. Weseltonian naval ships has just arrived at the scene, along with Icelandic reinforcements from Svalbard. The Kraken is now almost beached and very lightly injured. However, there's still a solution to the problem. Retreat. Johannesen orders the Kraken to go back into the open ocean. Of course, the attempt is extremely difficult, and it even caused Johannesen to get headaches, but eventually, the mighty beast is brought back to the fleet. The way to escape the combined fleet surrounding the OS fleet is easy. Another one of Johannesen's dirty tricks is that he always while the enemy has a gun to OS's head, OS has a gun at the enemy's head. In this case, a fleet led by ONS <span style=""font-style: italic"">Xeno</span>. They began firing at the Weseltonian fleet, more than twice as small as the OS fleet. And once some of the Weseltonian ships are destroyed, the fleet makes a run for it. The damaged <span style=""font-style: italic"">Indominus</span> makes it out of the warzone, followed by most of the other ships. Some of the ships are destroyed by the Weseltonian navy, but at last, Johannesen is now safe. For now. The Kraken is currently at an extremely weak condition. It can't fight for another few days, maybe a week. And by the time that happens, the fleet will have already reached the Faroe Islands. However, the fact the one of Malefor's military leaders ran away from the battle really pisses Johannesen off. Out of emotion, he ordered the navy blockading Dante's Freezer to get Malefor's forces out of the island, by brute force if necessary.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">From: Oceasian Scandinavia<br/>To: Dragon Realms Empire<br/><br/>I see that one of your military commanders ran away from the Battle of Reykjavik. And as a result, what could've been a swift victory for both of us, ended up in utter defeat! Maybe you should get more competent military commanders. And for now, Dante's Freezer is back in my hands. If you can convince me that you have a better and more organized military, you can have the island back from me.</blockquote><br/>In related news, OS has now declared that it's withdrawing from the DRE-Entente war.</div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">OS <br/>Gaul did WHAT? First Cynder, now Gaul. He will regret this.<br/>Take it for now. It's not like Cynder and Gaul could stop you if they wanted to, I have <span style=""font-style: italic"">other</span> plans for him.<br/>Malefor,<br/>PS oh, and if my army doesn't comply, show them this letter, if they still don't leave, do whatever you want to them.</blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Gaul<br/>You are being reassigned to Munitions Forge for rehabilitation.<br/>Malefor</blockquote>"
4916,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=350,2014-12-01T13:16:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22638987#p22638987"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">TALL PLAINS</span></span><br/><br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""color: #FF0000"">OOC Warning! The following post contains some minor references and may not be suitable for those below 13. Not that it would matter, though, since we're all (by right) 13 and above.<br/><br/>Nothing explicit, but still... yeah.</span><br/></span><br/><br/>Elsa, Christopher and Company, having spent an unsuccessful 6 hours searching for clues leading to the shrine, decided that it was time to set up camp for the night. The sun was already beginning to set, and Elsa's lieutenant decided that it wasn't wise to continue in the dark. ""Would be a huge waste of oil anyways"", he said. Therefore, the group set off to find an open area, eventually coming across a large field. <br/><br/>The company took out large canvas sheets, splints, ropes and nails, pitching numerous tents all over the place. Lieutenant Hans Fleidemann, Elsa's personal guard, helped the monarchs pitch a large tent for themselves. The other soldiers took out pots and cauldrons. Cooking up some oats and vegetable soup, the men took out some of their bread and cracker rations. The sergeants stood by the side of the pots and spooned servings into the bowls of the soldiers. Elsa, feeling tired, told Christopher that she would be going into the tent first, to get some rest. Christopher obliged, saying, ""Yeah, you go on ahead, I'll stay here with the men for now"". <br/><br/>Elsa sat down on a little stool in the tent, pulling her boots off and massaging her extremely sore feet. The day had been long and tough, and she had used up much of her powers, draining her energy. An attendant brought her some of the soup and the bread, which she finished gratefully. Placing the map on the makeshift bed on the floor, she began tracing their routes that day. ""Not bad, not bad"", she said to herself.<br/><br/>Just then, a guard outside said loudly, ""Your Highness, Lieutenant Konerev wants to see you! He says it's very important."" Elsa said, ""Okay, let him in."" Realising that the guards were tired, she then added, ""Also, you're dismissed."" As the guards marched off towards the kitchen, Lieutenant Boris Ivanovitch Konerev entered Elsa's tent. ""Your Majesty"", he spoke in his deep bass voice, almost hypnotically. ""It's been a tough day for you, I imagine."" Elsa nodded, adding on, ""Indeed it has! Haha, my feet are aching all over!"" <br/><br/>Lieutenant Konerev smiled at her, receiving a smile back, before Elsa added, ""So, what is it you wanted to tell me?"" Konerev walked over to the map, lying next to where Elsa was seated, pointing to a little spot. ""You see this here?"" Elsa bent over, trying to see what the lieutenant was pointing at. The next thing she knew, however, Konerev had shoved her backwards. ""What are you doing, Konerev?"" <br/><br/>Konerev sneered. Silently grabbing Elsa's arm and twisting her wrist upwards, he forced her down onto the bed, before shouting, ""Now!"" Elsa then realised what the lieutenant really wanted to do. Trying to use whatever power that remained in her, she pierced the lieutenant's shoulder with a spike of ice. He cringed, shoving Elsa back onto the bed and forcefully kissing her. <br/><br/>Outside, however, was chaos. Around 40 of the men had drawn their weapons, attacking the other men and catching them by surprise. Christopher drew the purple sword and tried fighting them, but to no avail, for he had also been weakened by the fight with Cynder. <br/><br/>Fleidemann, sensing that Elsa was in danger, sneaked quietly to the weapon storage tent, taking three pistols with him and going to Elsa's tent. Pulling back the sheet, he gasped. Lieutenant Konerev had bound Elsa's hands and tied her wrists to the bedpost, while he kissed Elsa, who was unable to fight back. Fleidemann screamed, ""Everyone! Lieutenant Konerev is trying to violate Queen Elsa!"" With that, he fired two of the pistols, both bullets hitting Konerev in the back. The treacherous lieutenant fell off the side, landing on the floor and breathing heavily in agony. Taking the third pistol, Fleidemann dragged Konerev outside by the collar, stepping on his neck and shooting him in the back of the head almost point blank. ""All the traitors, drop your weapons and put your hands in the air!"" The traitors, afraid of befalling the same fate as their leader, threw their swords on the floor and followed the other men, who tied them to trees and gagged them with a random assortment of objects they could find, like socks, undergarments and flannel cloths. <br/><br/>Elsa, having been untied by Christopher, sat up and rubbed her mouth. ""Are you alright, Elsa?"" he asked worriedly. She spat on the ground, before replying nonchalantly, ""That man needed to rinse his mouth really badly. It tastes like something died in there!""<br/><br/>Soon, Konerev's body had been buried, a simple tombstone jammed into the ground, reading ""Борис Иванович Конерев"", ending that frightful chapter. The party, free of traitors, would now be able to continue their journey and quest to save Tall Plains.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: How did you come with that?<br/>IC ""I think... I see the Atlawa Shrine!"" Christopher said, looking at a large temple like building. ""Elsa... I'm sorry it took so long."""
4917,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=350,2014-12-01T14:57:00,Shark isle,"Omar was happy that Malefor fell for his lie and settled on the island and not near the capitol. He though to himself,"" That island has a reputation for being haunted by ghosts i bet the colonists won't stay for long."" He then started to burn all documents revealing the colonies location so Malefor would not figure out he lied to him and invade his country. He then took out a pipe and started to smoke it while singing a hymn.<br/>Menewhile<br/>On the island overlooking the new DRE colony was a old mansion. The mansion was in ruins due to three years of not being cared for and vandals. The mansion's name was Mendez Hall and it was rumored that it was the most haunted location on the Island. Not only was the Mansion haunted by the ghosts of servants, cooks and a local bishop it also contained a music box. It was not a average music box it contained something evil. It contained the ghost of the former Spanish governor of Abmen. The ghost's name was Jose Mendez and his soul was trapped in the music box because when he was hanged by the rebels during the Abmen revolution a witch doctor cursed his sould to be trapped in a music box because of his evil deeds when he was Governor. It was a gloomy day when one of the ghosts, a bishop named Bishop Delrosa was looking out the window and he saw a child from the DRE colony coming towards the manor."
4918,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=350,2014-12-01T18:47:00,Bunkeranlage,"Elsa put her arm around Christopher's shoulder. ""Soon,"" she crooned, ""we'll be back to normal, Malefor will be gone, and we'll be free..."""
4919,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=350,2014-12-01T18:53:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22645520#p22645520"">wrote</a>:</cite>Elsa put her arm around Christopher's shoulder. ""Soon,"" she crooned, ""we'll be back to normal, Malefor will be gone, and we'll be free...""</div></blockquote><br/>""I think I know why Malefor is scared of you. Wars are won in the heart, and yours is strong enough to conquer the Heavens themselves, Where as Malefor has no heart."" Christopher said."
4920,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=350,2014-12-01T18:57:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Dragon Realms Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22645603#p22645603"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22645520#p22645520"">wrote</a>:</cite>Elsa put her arm around Christopher's shoulder. ""Soon,"" she crooned, ""we'll be back to normal, Malefor will be gone, and we'll be free...""</div></blockquote><br/>""I think I know why Malefor is scared of you. Wars are won in the heart, and yours is strong enough to conquer the Heavens themselves, Where as Malefor has no heart."" Christopher said.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Elsa smiled, remaining silent, before looking on at the shrine. Putting a booted foot on a rock, she beckoned the men to come along. The shrine was a huge slab of gneiss, carved into impossibly intricate motifs of dancing demons and fiery trees. ""Who built this?"" she asked rhetorically in wonder. ""What's this for?"""
4921,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=350,2014-12-01T19:04:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"""I don't understand... It is odd."" Christopher said. And then they saw a note from Malefor<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Ha! Do you think I would leave anything important behind after taking Cynder away? The attack was clever of you Elsa, I commend your tactical mind, but I was prepared.<br/>Malefor</blockquote>"
4922,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=350,2014-12-01T19:09:00,Bunkeranlage,"""Draw your swords!"" Elsa hissed. The men took out swords, those with firearms loading them and getting into a defensive stance. Snipers climbed into the trees and hid themselves in the cover of the greenery. Elsa and Christopher remained on the ground, Christopher with his purple sword and Elsa with two ice daggers."
4923,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=350,2014-12-01T19:13:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22645850#p22645850"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Draw your swords!"" Elsa hissed. The men took out swords, those with firearms loading them and getting into a defensive stance. Snipers climbed into the trees and hid themselves in the cover of the greenery. Elsa and Christopher remained on the ground, Christopher with his purple sword and Elsa with two ice daggers.</div></blockquote><br/>Malefor himself appeared.<br/>""It was about time we met face to face Elsa."" He said. He stared down at her, with the guards being to scared to to attack, Christopher tried to strike him but Elsa stopped him."
4924,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=350,2014-12-01T19:20:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Dragon Realms Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22645921#p22645921"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22645850#p22645850"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Draw your swords!"" Elsa hissed. The men took out swords, those with firearms loading them and getting into a defensive stance. Snipers climbed into the trees and hid themselves in the cover of the greenery. Elsa and Christopher remained on the ground, Christopher with his purple sword and Elsa with two ice daggers.</div></blockquote><br/>Malefor himself appeared.<br/>""It was about time we met face to face Elsa."" He said. He stared down at her, with the guards being to scared to to attack, Christopher tried to strike him but Elsa stopped him.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""We'll take him together"", she said. Pointing one of her daggers at Malefor, she declared, ""It's about time you showed up, already!"" Suddenly, she hurled both daggers at Malefor, producing an axe with her power. ""Men! Now is the time! Attack!"" she shouted. With that, the 229 men fired at the malefic dragon lord and charged, trying to cut him with their weapons, resulting in some of them getting tossed into the air, others squashed."
4925,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=350,2014-12-01T19:23:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"""Do you forget, I am immune to any non magical attack, like Cynder, only magic can hurt me. As for you Elsa... *A magical chain appears binding Elsa and Christopher to the ground so they couldn't use their magic* We have much to discuss""<br/><br/>Meanwhile the child walked into a mansion and saw a music box. ""What's this?"""
4926,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=350,2014-12-01T19:39:00,Bunkeranlage,"With both Elsa and Christopher rendered immobile, the soldiers were easily dispatched. Soon, however, Elsa was able to freeze the chains over and shatter them, standing up again. ""At last, you show your dirty face."""
4927,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=350,2014-12-01T19:46:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"""That is quite the resolve. And I ask, what drives you to fight? You could easily just surrender and have your family in power in Arendelle, like your father's succession never happened"" Malefor said."
4928,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=375,2014-12-01T19:51:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Dragon Realms Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22646382#p22646382"">wrote</a>:</cite>""That is quite the resolve. And I ask, what drives you to fight? You could easily just surrender and have your family in power in Arendelle, like your father's succession never happened"" Malefor said.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""I would rather be a slave in a world of light and happiness than an Empress in a realm of darkness and evil."""
4929,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=375,2014-12-01T19:53:00,Shark isle,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Dragon Realms Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22646043#p22646043"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Do you forget, I am immune to any non magical attack, like Cynder, only magic can hurt me. As for you Elsa... *A magical chain appears binding Elsa and Christopher to the ground so they couldn't use their magic* We have much to discuss""<br/><br/>Meanwhile the child walked into a mansion and saw a music box. ""What's this?""</div></blockquote><br/>Suddenly a man in a suit and a top hot appeared from the shadows and said to the child, "" It is a music box wind it up and it will play a song"". What the kid did not know was the man was a ghost called Lord Balthazar a British Nobel who died in the manor in 1765 because of Malaria and he was trying to encourage the child to unleash the spirit of Governor Mendez."
4930,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=375,2014-12-01T20:00:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"""Oh? Well perhaps this will change your mind"" Anna appeared next to Elsa, unconscious, but clearly alive."
4931,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=375,2014-12-01T20:01:00,Bunkeranlage,"""Anna!"" Elsa dropped her axe, rushing up and embraced her sister's unconscious body, tearing herself free of Christopher's attempted grasp.<br/><br/>""What have you done to her? You monster!"""
4932,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=375,2014-12-01T20:03:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22646612#p22646612"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Anna!"" Elsa dropped her axe, rushing up and attempting to embrace the projection, tearing herself free of Christopher's attempted grasp.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: it is not a projection, it is actually her.<br/>The child starts to play the music box."
4933,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=375,2014-12-01T20:12:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22646612#p22646612"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Anna!"" Elsa dropped her axe, rushing up and embraced her sister's unconscious body, tearing herself free of Christopher's attempted grasp.<br/><br/>""What have you done to her? You monster!""</div></blockquote><br/>""Don't worry, It's just a sleep spell, and I didn't cast it Gaul did."" She can't awaken unless either Gaul let's her, or someone close to her defects to the darkness"""
4934,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=375,2014-12-01T20:16:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Dragon Realms Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22646777#p22646777"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22646612#p22646612"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Anna!"" Elsa dropped her axe, rushing up and embraced her sister's unconscious body, tearing herself free of Christopher's attempted grasp.<br/><br/>""What have you done to her? You monster!""</div></blockquote><br/>""Don't worry, It's just a sleep spell, and I didn't cast it Gaul did."" She can't awaken unless either Gaul let's her, or someone close to her defects to the darkness""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Hearing the last part, Elsa stood up, tears dribbling in rage. ""You've set all this up, didn't you?"" she questioned furiously. ""You've been trying to lure me to your side, isn't that so?"""
4935,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=375,2014-12-01T20:18:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22646830#p22646830"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Dragon Realms Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22646777#p22646777"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Don't worry, It's just a sleep spell, and I didn't cast it Gaul did."" She can't awaken unless either Gaul let's her, or someone close to her defects to the darkness""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Hearing the last part, Elsa stood up, tears dribbling in rage. ""You've set all this up, didn't you?"" she questioned furiously. ""You've been trying to lure me to your side, isn't that so?""</div></blockquote><br/>""Gaul was supposed to use it on the Bishop but Anna was even better. Besides, don't you want to protect your sister and husband?"""
4936,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=375,2014-12-01T20:20:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Dragon Realms Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22646855#p22646855"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22646830#p22646830"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Hearing the last part, Elsa stood up, tears dribbling in rage. ""You've set all this up, didn't you?"" she questioned furiously. ""You've been trying to lure me to your side, isn't that so?""</div></blockquote><br/>""Gaul was supposed to use it on the Bishop but Anna was even better. Besides, don't you want to protect your sister and husband?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""At the expense of the future of 400,000,000 people?"" Elsa produced a second axe and hacked it into Malefor's chest. ""Send me to Hell, then!"" She then picked Anna up, returning to stand next to Christopher."
4937,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=375,2014-12-01T20:22:00,Shark isle,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Dragon Realms Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22646640#p22646640"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22646612#p22646612"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Anna!"" Elsa dropped her axe, rushing up and attempting to embrace the projection, tearing herself free of Christopher's attempted grasp.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: it is not a projection, it is actually her.<br/>The child starts to play the music box.</div></blockquote><br/>As the child played the music box it started to shake. Suddenly all the ghosts that inhabited the manor appeared in the room. The ghosts varied from Colonial Solders all the way to Russian Business men. Suddenly the box stopped playing and the kid heard a scream. Suddenly a tall Spanish man popped out of the music box and said,"" Who released me?"
4938,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=375,2014-12-01T20:23:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"Christopher whispered into Elsa's ear ""Remember what I said about your heart and his lack of one?""<br/><br/>""It was me"" the child said."
4939,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=375,2014-12-01T20:24:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Dragon Realms Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22646895#p22646895"">wrote</a>:</cite>Christopher whispered into Elsa's ear ""Remember what I said about your heart and his lack of one?""<br/><br/>""It was me"" the child said.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Yes, and we will stop him, regardless of the cost!"" Elsa produced a broadsword of ice, pointing it at Malefor and putting Anna's body on the slab of the shrine."
4940,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=375,2014-12-01T20:26:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22646911#p22646911"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Dragon Realms Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22646895#p22646895"">wrote</a>:</cite>Christopher whispered into Elsa's ear ""Remember what I said about your heart and his lack of one?""<br/><br/>""It was me"" the child said.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Yes, and we will stop him, regardless of the cost!"" Elsa produced a broadsword of ice, pointing it at Malefor and putting Anna's body on the slab of the shrine.</div></blockquote><br/>""Tell it to him, I want to see his reaction to you if you do"""
4941,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=375,2014-12-01T20:28:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Dragon Realms Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22646927#p22646927"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22646911#p22646911"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""Yes, and we will stop him, regardless of the cost!"" Elsa produced a broadsword of ice, pointing it at Malefor and putting Anna's body on the slab of the shrine.</div></blockquote><br/>""Tell it to him, I want to see his reaction to you if you do""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Elsa turned to Malefor. ""You see, both of us are magic beings, with the power to alter nature at will. The difference between me and you is that I look out for the safety of the people, putting them over my own, unlike you and your selfish motives.""<br/><br/>""I have a heart that reaches out for the future and peace of the world- You don't even have a heart!"""
4942,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=375,2014-12-01T20:32:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22646954#p22646954"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Dragon Realms Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22646927#p22646927"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Tell it to him, I want to see his reaction to you if you do""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Elsa turned to Malefor. ""You see, both of us are magic beings, with the power to alter nature at will. The difference between me and you is that I look out for the safety of the people, putting them over my own, unlike you and your selfish motives.""<br/><br/>""I have a heart that reaches out for the future and peace of the world- You don't even have a heart!""</div></blockquote><br/>""Her heart could conquer Heaven itself"" Christopher added.<br/>Malefor was speechless."
4943,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=375,2014-12-01T20:38:00,Bunkeranlage,"""And now, Malefor, tell your crony to release my sister."" Elsa bent down, placing her hand on Anna's forehead.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>Jorgen had begun the rebuilding of his navy. With Iceland financially drained from her recent endeavours, however, this task would be much harder. Having completed 9 new warships, the Navy was still a long way off from restoration. Due to his injuries, the King could not go on inspections, and was forced to remain in the palace, much to his annoyance. The remaining ships went about draining Reykjavík of water."
4944,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=375,2014-12-01T20:42:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"""Oh I would I like the other option better."" Malefor flies away<br/>""There is another way to awaken her. We need to go back to Iceland"" Christopher said."
4945,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=375,2014-12-01T20:45:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Dragon Realms Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22647109#p22647109"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Oh I would I like the other option better."" Malefor flies away<br/>""There is another way to awaken her. We need to go back to Iceland"" Christopher said.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""There is?"" Elsa lifted Anna up. ""We need to get back to Iceland!"" The two then rushed back to the ship, through the forest."
4946,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=375,2014-12-01T20:49:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Jorgen<br/>We are heading back to Iceland. We need Dragon saliva ready, don't ask.<br/>Christopher</blockquote>"
4947,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=375,2014-12-01T20:55:00,Bunkeranlage,"Jorgen read the letter, scratching the bandages covering his gunshot wounds subconsciously. ""Dragon saliva?"" He sipped his glass of Liebfraumilch, before calling a dragon trainer over. ""Could you prepare some jars of dragon saliva? A bit from each species, if you will. The trainer nodded, before leaving. Jorgen stood up and limped over to where Engartennur lay on a carpet, fast asleep. Taking the empty wineglass, he raised the sleeping Night Fury's head ever so slightly, rubbing the underside of his jaw. Drops of saliva dribbled out of the sleeping dragon's mouth and into the cup, filling it up bit by bit.<br/><br/>Having filled the glass, Jorgen placed it inside a cabinet, awaiting Christopher's arrival.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>Elsa and Christopher, having returned to the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Imperium Finlandia</span>, brought an unconscious Anna into the cabin. Taking the wheel, Elsa commanded the remaining men, ""Set sail! We're returning to Iceland!"" The 140-gunner eventually raised all 3 of her anchors, turning out of the bay and heading towards Nuuk, the ""middle man"" between Iceland and the New World."
4948,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=375,2014-12-01T20:59:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"""Christopher asked you to collect dragon saliva? That would suggest that Malefor might have cast a certain spell on Elsa..."" Ignitus said.<br/>OOC: How many posts should it take to get to Iceland, I don't want it to take too long."
4949,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=375,2014-12-01T21:01:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Dragon Realms Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22647265#p22647265"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Christopher asked you to collect dragon saliva? That would suggest that Malefor might have cast a certain spell on Elsa..."" Ignitus said.<br/>OOC: How many posts should it take to get to Iceland, I don't want it to take too long.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC: They're in Newfoundland, so it should take, by my approximation, 1 post to get to Nuuk, 2 posts to get to Reykjavík."
4950,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=375,2014-12-01T21:04:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22647287#p22647287"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Dragon Realms Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22647265#p22647265"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Christopher asked you to collect dragon saliva? That would suggest that Malefor might have cast a certain spell on Elsa..."" Ignitus said.<br/>OOC: How many posts should it take to get to Iceland, I don't want it to take too long.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC: They're in Newfoundland, so it should take, by my approximation, 1 post to get to Nuuk, 2 posts to get to Reykjavík.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC:I give you permission to control Christopher until you get there, I have something elsa nto focus on.<br/><br/>""Why are you here"" Cynder asked Gaul.<br/>""I fled from Iceland after SOMEONE stopped sending me supplies"""
4951,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=375,2014-12-01T21:11:00,Bunkeranlage,"As they sailed out of Newfoundland, the ship headed further from the mysterious shrine, like an answered puzzle in the tapestry of life. Elsa sat by Anna's bunk in the captain's cabin, looking at her unconscious sister. Christopher, on the other hand, was reading through the tomes in the bookshelf in the cabin, learning more about the history of the Wilderwest."
4952,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=375,2014-12-01T21:18:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"OOC: Wow, I just noticed my typo, ""something elsa"". You know what, I am leaving that there cause that's too funny.<br/>IC:<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Iceland<br/>So you have a moments peace, congratulations. It will probably stay that way since I have 2 traitors to rehabilitate at the moment. You lucked out.<br/>Malefor.</blockquote>"
4953,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=400,2014-12-01T22:00:00,Bunkeranlage,"Jorgen, on receiving the telegram, smiled. Ripping the paper up, he said to the attendant who passed it to him. ""It's obvious that Malefor is trying to avoid us, and only wants to hide and build his armies up. Well, soon, he's not going to know what hit him!"""
4954,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=400,2014-12-02T02:11:00,Oceasian Scandinavia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">TORSHAVN</span><br/><br/>Johannesen almost kicked his ""office"" table out of pure frustration. He had nearly won the battle, but no, that cowardly Gaul just has to run away like the cowards he is. The battle is strategically lost. However, there is a bright side to it. Malefor has allowed him to retake Dante's Freezer from his forces. Peacefully, too. Malefor's forces had build some buildings on the island, but now they're abandoned. This means that the country will save some of it's government budget in reconstruction. The Kraken is nearly ready to fight again, although it won't be needed anytime soon. And the Borostis. Johannesen definitely felt more powerful after using it's power for his needs. He bets Drago nearly shits himself when they met face-to-face. But even now, he still has work to do for the future of the country.<br/><br/>""Is construction on the ship completed?"" Johannesen asks.<br/>""It's almost 100% done. It will be ready to be tested in less than a week."" commander Wayne said.<br/><br/>Johannesen is visiting the national naval production base, far away from Torshavn. They're currently building a whole fleet of ships, even before the DRE crisis started. And now, the biggest one yet. A 200-gunner, far larger than the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Indominus</span>. ONS<span style=""font-style: italic"">Ingenia</span>. When finished, it will be the largest ship of the OS navy, and one of the largest ships in the entire world. Luckily, even though the project is very expensive, the country didn't fall into financial crisis, due to the government's reserve money."
4955,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=400,2014-12-02T03:14:00,Bunkeranlage,"OOC: Just saying, the biggest warships at the time were 150 gunners. A 200 gunner would be too expensive, and also too deep along the draft to be able to make port at all."
4956,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=400,2014-12-02T04:51:00,Oceasian Scandinavia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22648773#p22648773"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: Just saying, the biggest warships at the time were 150 gunners. A 200 gunner would be too expensive, and also too deep along the draft to be able to make port at all.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: That doesn't matter in a world with ice powers and magical dragons. Besides, only one of the ships is a 200 gunner. The others will be the standard version."
4957,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=400,2014-12-02T05:00:00,Bunkeranlage,"Having recovered from his wounds somewhat, Jorgen was now well enough to go inspecting. At the new military installation at Mosfellsbær, the shipbuilders were making excellent progress for the resources they had, having completed two brigs and a frigate. Jorgen personally oversaw the final touches of that frigate. That evening, the men gathered as he smashed a bottle of brandy against the side of the 34-gunner, officially naming her ""ISS<span style=""font-style: italic"">Don Giovanni</span>"", after Mozart's famed opera.<br/><br/>Travelling about for the next week or so, he eventually returned to Reykjavík. Overall, he was satisfied, the shipbuilders and carpenters having built 27 new ships. The forges near Hofsjökull were busy churning out cannons for the new ships. Already, 200 had been made.<br/><br/>This was not without its drawbacks, however. Due to much financial constraints, the national reserves had to be tapped into. The budgets for many programmes and projects had been cut, abandoning them. In an effort to reduce costs, Jorgen stopped ordering meat for the palace, switching to a vegetarian diet himself, and also cutting down on his liquor consumption. The dragons, however, could not be starved, and were fed with cheaper fish instead of the usual salmon and cod.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">PM Johannesen,<br/><br/>Do not think that our former relations means that I will let you get away with this so easily.<br/><br/>I'm still demanding reparations from you and your nation, as it's only fair, considering the unnecessary damages you have caused my city. I want to see, within two months, the equivalent of 50,000,000 kronor. No more, no less.<br/><br/>- Jorgen III</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Christoph Felix V,<br/><br/>Malefor has told me that he doesn't intend to attack. I fear this may be a trap. <br/><br/>Have you, by any chance, found the key yet?<br/><br/>- Jorgen III</blockquote>"
4958,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=400,2014-12-02T05:48:00,Kingston-Atlantis,"[box]Jorgen III,<br/><br/>Yes, I have found the key, and it is now guarded in the Royal Palace. I may be able to transport it to you at the nearest opportunity.<br/><br/>On another note, I am pleased to announce that the Rebels in our Nation (OOC: Emperial Germany) have slowly quietened down; thus, we may now be able to focus more on foreign affairs.<br/><br/>Thank you,<br/><br/>Christoph Felix V"
4959,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=400,2014-12-02T05:50:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kingston-Atlantis <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22649223#p22649223"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Jorgen III,<br/><br/>Yes, I have found the key, and it is now guarded in the Royal Palace. I may be able to transport it to you at the nearest opportunity.<br/><br/>On another note, I am pleased to announce that the Rebels in our Nation (OOC: Emperial Germany) have slowly quietened down; thus, we may now be able to focus more on foreign affairs.<br/><br/>Thank you,<br/><br/>Christoph Felix V</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Christoph Felix V,<br/><br/>That is good. However, may I request that you be present as well, when we attempt to awaken the Blue-Eyes? Our combined experience with dragons should come in useful should anything go wrong.<br/><br/>- Jorgen III<br/><br/>PS: Good that the rebels have quietened down.</blockquote>"
4960,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=400,2014-12-02T14:02:00,Slenderman The CreepyPasta King,"Anthony, the leader of the order of dragon riders, which was in part, in control of Dragonvaleon when it was under attack or in war, contacted Arendell to see what the status was on one of his fellow riders, Nathan. Anthony's dragon, Monchon, a dark blue, black and gold dragon, got worried once Nathan didn't check in, and told Anthony to contact Arendell to see if Nathan was there, considering it's the closest country to where some of the rogue dragons were reported.<br/><br/><br/>Nathan, and his green and black dragon Lukon, landed in the valley where the rouge dragons were reported, but saw none. He was going to contact Anthony when he realised it had fallen out of his rucksack at some point during the journey."
4961,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=400,2014-12-02T18:15:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Chilokver <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22637728#p22637728"">wrote</a>:</cite> “I believe that there is a congregation of monarchs about to take place in Iceland, correct? As one of the few Chaeyoungis who are allowed to contact the outside world, it is my responsibility to intervene as appropriate on the Empire’s behalf…”, replied the captain. And though he did not say it out loud, it was obvious what the rest of the statement was. <span style=""font-style: italic"">And for its benefit.</span> “I’m afraid that the <span style=""font-style: italic"">Royale Drake</span> must keep moving to remain afloat, and will quickly over take those, uh, of rides of yours. We can discuss further if you come aboard”, he offered courteously, if a little doubtfully as he thought back to the time a swarm of Arctic dragons had attacked him…..</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""The summit"", said the leader reluctantly, ""is no more. The Oceasians have betrayed us, and the plans for the European Security Council have been put on hold."" Flying towards the ship, they landed, dismounting and keeping their riding gear. ""We should, perhaps, explain when we get to the ground"", they said. ""Do you know they way there?"""
4962,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=400,2014-12-02T18:30:00,Bunkeranlage,"The ISS<span style=""font-style: italic"">Imperium Finlandia</span>cruised serenely away from Nuuk, towards Reykjavík. Elsa sat down on a couch in the cabin. ""Christopher"", she asked anxiously, ""are you sure the dragon saliva method will work?"" He sat down beside her, replying, ""I don't know. It's a last resort, but definitely worth a try..."" Turning to Anna, he said fiercely, ""But mark my words, your sister will be all right."" She smiled, embracing her husband.<br/><br/>""Thank you... for... everything."""
4963,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=400,2014-12-02T18:41:00,Kingston-Atlantis,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">In a small village in East Germany, near the border</span><br/><br/>At night... the civilians slowly turned off their lights, kept their red Weseltonian flags, and the guards of the village started to walk off, as their shift had ended. Crickets chirped and a random brown forest bear crept out of the forest, looking for food. Some small dogs roamed around the village, barking at the pet owners when they threw pieces of meat to them. A harmonious balance between nature and man.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">We must strike now.</span><br/><br/>The group of armed soldiers slowly crept into the back of the village, where there was a house, and from the house a dim light flickered; possibly a candle. Or many candles. It wasn't the time to think about such things.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Quickly, the new shift is going to start soon.</span><br/><br/>A woman hummed softly, from inside the house, and a faint cry indicated that there was a little baby inside. Another manly voice could be heard, talking softly to the woman; he muttered something about being tired, and a door creaked open, shut again, and all was quiet.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Now!</span><br/><br/>The soldiers ran into the house, pointed their swords at the family, shouting, ""Hands Up!""<br/><br/>The baby started to wail.<br/><br/>""Shut up!"" One of the soldiers pointed their blade at the infant, and the mother covered the infants mouth, shivering in fear.<br/><br/>The rest of the soldiers rushed into other homes, pointing their sharp blades at the many civilians. Brutal, yes. Necessary, yes.<br/><br/>A young, bald-shaven man shouted, ""LONG LIVE KING FREDERICK! LONG LIVE THE WESELTONIANS!"" He was brutally dragged out into a plaza of the village, and all the civilians were forced to go out to watch.<br/><br/>""There is no Weselton. Nothing."" The commander looked at the crowd. ""This man shall represent Weselton, and any faint memory of it. Watch.""<br/><br/>He took a large breath, and slashed the head of the man off. A woman shrieked. Another soldier covered her mouth.<br/><br/>The commander looked up, emotionlessly. ""For God and Critellardon.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Indeed, may the better Germany win.</span>"
4964,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=400,2014-12-02T18:43:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"Cynder and Gaul were exhausted.<br/>""Oh god... How much longer"" Gaul said.<br/>""I don't know, but is this really what our common people do everyday?"" Cynder asked<br/>""Apparently. God this labor is impossible. 2 TONS of STEEL!""<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Gaul, you can return, Cynder you stay<br/>Malefor.</blockquote>"
4965,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=400,2014-12-02T18:46:00,Bunkeranlage,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">REYKJAVÍK</span></span><br/><br/>The ISS<span style=""font-style: italic"">Imperium Finlandia</span>had arrived at her nation's capital, a majestic and proud sight in comparison to the half-wrecked city. Christopher and Elsa stood at the helm of the ship, watching the magnificent sunset and the glorious formation of the dancers in the sky. ""So. We're finally here..."" he said to Elsa, who stood next to him, remaining silent. The ship docked close by, dropping lifeboats and bringing the monarchs to the makeshift port, to be used until Reykjavík was fully drained of water. Jorgen himself stood there, ready to welcome the two of them back to the city."
4966,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=400,2014-12-02T18:50:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"""Now... We pay Jorgen a visit. We also need to mix something with the saliva but... that won't be an issue"""
4967,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=400,2014-12-02T18:52:00,New Chilokver,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22656446#p22656446"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Chilokver <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22637728#p22637728"">wrote</a>:</cite> “I believe that there is a congregation of monarchs about to take place in Iceland, correct? As one of the few Chaeyoungis who are allowed to contact the outside world, it is my responsibility to intervene as appropriate on the Empire’s behalf…”, replied the captain. And though he did not say it out loud, it was obvious what the rest of the statement was. <span style=""font-style: italic"">And for its benefit.</span> “I’m afraid that the <span style=""font-style: italic"">Royale Drake</span> must keep moving to remain afloat, and will quickly over take those, uh, of rides of yours. We can discuss further if you come aboard”, he offered courteously, if a little doubtfully as he thought back to the time a swarm of Arctic dragons had attacked him…..</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""The summit"", said the leader reluctantly, ""is no more. The Oceasians have betrayed us, and the plans for the European Security Council have been put on hold."" Flying towards the ship, they landed, dismounting and keeping their riding gear. ""We should, perhaps, explain when we get to the ground"", they said. ""Do you know they way there?""</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">I hope they can control those beasts of theirs...</span>thought Jeong nervously, and his fingers tightened on the triggers when the gronckles hit the deck, claws scraping with a screech on the metal.<br/><br/>""A large portion of this planet is earth, though an even larger portion is water. Where exactly do you mean?"" asked the captain wittingly. ""Wait a moment please"", he said as one of the riders was about to open his mouth to reply. He quickly strolled into the cabin and grabbed the mechanical astrolabe, locking and relocking the door as he entered and exited. With the flick of a switch, it hummed to life, projecting a virtual map into the air.<br/><br/>""Now, hold it and visualise where you want me to go."""
4968,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=400,2014-12-02T18:56:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Dragon Realms Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22656956#p22656956"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Now... We pay Jorgen a visit. We also need to mix something with the saliva but... that won't be an issue""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Jorgen brought the two into the cellar of Asgard Castle. Bringing them past the huge reserves of wine, he opened another door with a key in his pocket, showing them a dark room with 8 jars inside. ""I have collected the saliva of 8 different dragons for you"", he said to the two. Anna's unconscious body was carried in on a stretcher by two butlers. ""Nadder, Zippleback, Terrible Terror, Monstrous NIghtmare, Gronckle, Blackland Fireworm, Kumøri, Worm of the East"", he rattled off. ""8 different dragons, in case one doesn't work."""
4969,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=400,2014-12-02T18:58:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Chilokver <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22656982#p22656982"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22656446#p22656446"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""The summit"", said the leader reluctantly, ""is no more. The Oceasians have betrayed us, and the plans for the European Security Council have been put on hold."" Flying towards the ship, they landed, dismounting and keeping their riding gear. ""We should, perhaps, explain when we get to the ground"", they said. ""Do you know they way there?""</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">I hope they can control those beasts of theirs...</span> thought Jeong nervously, and his fingers tightened on the triggers when the gronckles hit the deck, claws scraping with a screech on the metal. <br/><br/>""A large portion of this planet is earth, though an even larger portion is water. Where exactly do you mean?"" asked the captain wittingly. ""Wait a moment please"", he said as one of the riders was about to open his mouth to reply. He quickly strolled into the cabin and grabbed the mechanical astrolabe, locking and relocking the door as he entered and exited. With the flick of a switch, it hummed to life, projecting a virtual map into the air. <br/><br/>""Now, hold it and visualise where you want me to go.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The leader looked at the globe, dragging his finger across the semi-corporeal surface, before bringing it to a stop at Kopavogur. ""The closest we can get to Reykjavík"", he said. ""Unfortunately, the Oceasians have wrecked the capital, so we'll have to dock your ship here and travel by foot to Reykjavík, that is, if you wish to meet the King."""
4970,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=400,2014-12-02T18:58:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"""First we need to mix it with... Human blood"" Then Christopher pulled out a dagger and cut his arm, letting blood drip into each jar of the saliva. ""Nothing comes without a price."""
4971,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=400,2014-12-02T19:01:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Dragon Realms Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22657073#p22657073"">wrote</a>:</cite>""First we need to mix it with... Human blood"" Then Christopher pulled out a dagger and cut his arm, letting blood drip into each jar of the saliva. ""Nothing comes without a price.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Jorgen cringed, before continuing, ""What do we do with it now?"" The two butlers stood close by, ready to execute the King's next order. ""Does she have to drink it?"""
4972,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=400,2014-12-02T19:02:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"""No... We need to, *He sighed* Rub it on her face. It's gross but it's better than the alternative."" Christopher said."
4973,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=400,2014-12-02T19:05:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Dragon Realms Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22657122#p22657122"">wrote</a>:</cite>""No... We need to, *He sighed* Rub it on her face. It's gross but it's better than the alternative."" Christopher said.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Jorgen covered his mouth. ""Okay..."" he mumbled, ""Guys, do your job...""<br/><br/>The butlers proceeded with their job. Grabbing the jar of Nadder saliva, they tried. Nothing happened. Next came the Gronckle saliva, and so on. None of the 8 salivas worked. The butler sighed, saying, ""Sir... it's not working."" Jorgen said, ""Well... I have one more saliva sample I haven't given to you yet."" He went out, before returning with a wineglass filled with saliva. ""Night Fury saliva."""
4974,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=400,2014-12-02T19:07:00,New Chilokver,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22657060#p22657060"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Chilokver <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22656982#p22656982"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-style: italic"">I hope they can control those beasts of theirs...</span> thought Jeong nervously, and his fingers tightened on the triggers when the gronckles hit the deck, claws scraping with a screech on the metal. <br/><br/>""A large portion of this planet is earth, though an even larger portion is water. Where exactly do you mean?"" asked the captain wittingly. ""Wait a moment please"", he said as one of the riders was about to open his mouth to reply. He quickly strolled into the cabin and grabbed the mechanical astrolabe, locking and relocking the door as he entered and exited. With the flick of a switch, it hummed to life, projecting a virtual map into the air. <br/><br/>""Now, hold it and visualise where you want me to go.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The leader looked at the globe, dragging his finger across the semi-corporeal surface, before bringing it to a stop at Kopavogur. ""The closest we can get to Reykjavík"", he said. ""Unfortunately, the Oceasians have wrecked the capital, so we'll have to dock your ship here and travel by foot to Reykjavík, that is, if you wish to meet the King.""</div></blockquote><br/>""I'm afraid that's not possible."", replied Jeong, with just the barest hint of steel in his voice, and he stiffened slightly, raising the pistols just a centimeter. ""This ship is Imperial property, and it stays with me. Why is it not possible to dock at Reykjavik?"""
4975,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=400,2014-12-02T19:07:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22657160#p22657160"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Dragon Realms Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22657122#p22657122"">wrote</a>:</cite>""No... We need to, *He sighed* Rub it on her face. It's gross but it's better than the alternative."" Christopher said.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Jorgen covered his mouth. ""Okay..."" he mumbled, ""Guys, do your job...""<br/><br/>The butlers proceeded with their job. Grabbing the jar of Nadder saliva, they tried. Nothing happened. Next came the Gronckle saliva, and so on. None of the 8 salivas worked. The butler sighed, saying, ""Sir... it's not working."" Jorgen said, ""Well... I have one more saliva sample I haven't given to you yet."" He went out, before returning with a wineglass filled with saliva. ""Night Fury saliva.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Give it to me... I need to bleed into it first. Or else it won't matter what kind of dragon it's from because it won't work."""
4976,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=400,2014-12-02T19:08:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Chilokver <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22657177#p22657177"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22657060#p22657060"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>The leader looked at the globe, dragging his finger across the semi-corporeal surface, before bringing it to a stop at Kopavogur. ""The closest we can get to Reykjavík"", he said. ""Unfortunately, the Oceasians have wrecked the capital, so we'll have to dock your ship here and travel by foot to Reykjavík, that is, if you wish to meet the King.""</div></blockquote><br/>""I'm afraid that's not possible."", replied Jeong, with just the barest hint of steel in his voice, and he stiffened slightly, raising the pistols just a centimeter. ""This ship is Imperial property, and it stays with me. Why is it not possible to dock at Reykjavik?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Like I said,"" replied the captain, ""The capital has been wrecked by Oceasian troops, which would make it impossible to dock there. They're currently draining the city out, and it would be much safer if we dock at Kpoavogur."""
4977,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=400,2014-12-02T19:10:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Dragon Realms Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22657189#p22657189"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22657160#p22657160"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Jorgen covered his mouth. ""Okay..."" he mumbled, ""Guys, do your job...""<br/><br/>The butlers proceeded with their job. Grabbing the jar of Nadder saliva, they tried. Nothing happened. Next came the Gronckle saliva, and so on. None of the 8 salivas worked. The butler sighed, saying, ""Sir... it's not working."" Jorgen said, ""Well... I have one more saliva sample I haven't given to you yet."" He went out, before returning with a wineglass filled with saliva. ""Night Fury saliva.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Give it to me... I need to bleed into it first. Or else it won't matter what kind of dragon it's from because it won't work.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Jorgen shrugged, handing the glass over to Christopher. Standing back, he then whispered to Elsa, ""Well... here goes nothing..."""
4978,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=425,2014-12-02T19:11:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"As drops of blood dripped into the saliva, Christopher then personally rubbed it onto Anna's face, and almost miraculously, her eyes opened."
4979,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=425,2014-12-02T19:13:00,New Chilokver,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22657205#p22657205"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Chilokver <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22657177#p22657177"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I'm afraid that's not possible."", replied Jeong, with just the barest hint of steel in his voice, and he stiffened slightly, raising the pistols just a centimeter. ""This ship is Imperial property, and it stays with me. Why is it not possible to dock at Reykjavik?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Like I said,"" replied the captain, ""The capital has been wrecked by Oceasian troops, which would make it impossible to dock there. They're currently draining the city out, and it would be much safer if we dock at Kpoavogur.""</div></blockquote><br/>""The<span style=""font-style: italic"">Royale Drake</span>does not need a conventional dock, and is more than capable of defending herself"", retorted Jong coldly. He took a deep breath, before continuing in a slightly kinder tone: ""If you wish, you may accompany me, or go back to where you came from. I'm sure you're needed elsewhere, and I'm more than capable of finding the king myself""."
4980,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=425,2014-12-02T19:14:00,Bunkeranlage,"""Anna!"" Elsa exclaimed, rushing up and hugging her sister tightly. ""Thank goodness you're alive"", she sobbed. ""Elsa?"" Anna asked weakly, ""What's been going on?"" Elsa replied sadly, ""Bad things. Europe is balancing on a wire. But you're safe, at least."" Calling the butlers, Jorgen ordered, ""Bring the princess to one of the guest rooms to let her rest, and make sure you wash her face too."" The butlers nodded, and proceeded to help Anna to her feet, before bringing her up."
4981,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=425,2014-12-02T19:14:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Chilokver <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22657259#p22657259"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22657205#p22657205"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""Like I said,"" replied the captain, ""The capital has been wrecked by Oceasian troops, which would make it impossible to dock there. They're currently draining the city out, and it would be much safer if we dock at Kpoavogur.""</div></blockquote><br/>""The <span style=""font-style: italic"">Royale Drake</span> does not need a conventional dock, and is more than capable of defending herself"", retorted Jong coldly. He took a deep breath, before continuing in a slightly kinder tone: ""If you wish, you may accompany me, or go back to where you came from. I'm sure you're needed elsewhere, and I'm more than capable of finding the king myself"".</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""If you say so...""<br/><br/>The riders mounted their dragons again, flying down towards the city from where they came from."
4982,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=425,2014-12-02T19:15:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22657263#p22657263"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Anna!"" Elsa exclaimed, rushing up and hugging her sister tightly. ""Thank goodness you're alive"", she sobbed. ""Elsa?"" Anna asked weakly, ""What's been going on?"" Elsa replied sadly, ""Bad things. Europe is balancing on a wire. But you're safe, at least."" Calling the butlers, Jorgen ordered, ""Bring the princess to one of the guest rooms to let her rest, and make sure you wash her face too."" The butlers nodded, and proceeded to help Anna to her feet, before bringing her up.</div></blockquote><br/>""I'll be honest, that doesn't always work."" Christopher said, holding his bleeding arm."
4983,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=425,2014-12-02T19:16:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Dragon Realms Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22657280#p22657280"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22657263#p22657263"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Anna!"" Elsa exclaimed, rushing up and hugging her sister tightly. ""Thank goodness you're alive"", she sobbed. ""Elsa?"" Anna asked weakly, ""What's been going on?"" Elsa replied sadly, ""Bad things. Europe is balancing on a wire. But you're safe, at least."" Calling the butlers, Jorgen ordered, ""Bring the princess to one of the guest rooms to let her rest, and make sure you wash her face too."" The butlers nodded, and proceeded to help Anna to her feet, before bringing her up.</div></blockquote><br/>""I'll be honest, that doesn't always work."" Christopher said, holding his bleeding arm.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Jorgen brought Christopher up, washing the slash on his arm and bandaging it. ""What's most important is that it worked this time round"", he said, with relief. ""But now, I've got something to think about. What am I going to do with 8 jars of dragon spit?"""
4984,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=425,2014-12-02T19:20:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"""Now... I need sleep"" Christopher said. ""I am feeling a bit light headed."""
4985,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=425,2014-12-02T19:23:00,Bunkeranlage,"Jorgen brought Christopher upstairs, to one of the guest rooms in the Castle. Opening the door, he said, ""This is your room now."" He tossed a key to Christopher, before wishing him a good night and leaving.<br/><br/>Admiral Schluckauf stood in the balcony of the castle, looking at the ships drain the water from the city. "" 'tis truly miraculous"", he said, partly to himself and partly to Jorgen, ""how we managed to save the city."" Jorgen nodded, before looking at the spot in the horizon where the sun was, now nothing but a glowing orange light soon to turn into darkness. ""Let's hope that Europe may return to what she used to be before this conflict."" The two men stood there, gazing into the crimson sky."
4986,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=425,2014-12-02T19:29:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Jorgen<br/>I know what you and the others are up too, just a warning, that only works 1 out of every 1000 times.<br/>Malefor The Dragon Prince<br/>PS: Gaul is back but I think I might leave Iceland alone for now, There is another, seemingly more hostile nation I, must deal with</blockquote>"
4987,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=425,2014-12-02T19:31:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Dragon Realms Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22657468#p22657468"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Jorgen<br/>I know what you and the others are up too, just a warning, that only works 1 out of every 1000 times.<br/>Malefor The Dragon Prince<br/>PS: Gaul is back but I think I might leave Iceland alone for now, There is another, seemingly more hostile nation I, must deal with</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Malefor,<br/><br/>If you are referring to the dragon spit treatment, it has worked. Anna has awoken. <br/><br/>Oceasian Scandinavia? They tried to invade me! I have demanded reparations from them, but what are you plotting now?<br/><br/>- Jorgen III</blockquote>"
4988,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=425,2014-12-02T19:34:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22657489#p22657489"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Dragon Realms Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22657468#p22657468"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Jorgen<br/>I know what you and the others are up too, just a warning, that only works 1 out of every 1000 times.<br/>Malefor The Dragon Prince<br/>PS: Gaul is back but I think I might leave Iceland alone for now, There is another, seemingly more hostile nation I, must deal with</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Malefor,<br/><br/>If you are referring to the dragon spit treatment, it has worked. Anna has awoken. <br/><br/>Oceasian Scandinavia? They tried to invade me! I have demanded reparations from them, but what are you plotting now?<br/><br/>- Jorgen III</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Jorgen<br/>What it did? I don't even know what to say to that. the factor is usually related to how strong the blood doner's heart is. Anyway, OS? No, I made a deal with them. I was thinking if nation east of Critellardon.<br/>Malefor.</blockquote>"
4989,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=425,2014-12-02T19:36:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Dragon Realms Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22657517#p22657517"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22657489#p22657489"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Malefor,<br/><br/>If you are referring to the dragon spit treatment, it has worked. Anna has awoken. <br/><br/>Oceasian Scandinavia? They tried to invade me! I have demanded reparations from them, but what are you plotting now?<br/><br/>- Jorgen III</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Jorgen<br/>What it did? I don't even know what to say to that. the factor is usually related to how strong the blood doner's heart is. Anyway, OS? No, I made a deal with them. I was thinking if nation east of Critellardon.<br/>Malefor.</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Malefor,<br/><br/>Ah, Weselton, you say? They have renounced their ties with you, I believe? In any case, we shall see what will ensue.<br/><br/>We are withdrawing from this conflict. I believe I've had just enough of it.<br/><br/>- Jorgen III</blockquote>"
4990,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=425,2014-12-02T19:43:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22657549#p22657549"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Dragon Realms Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22657517#p22657517"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Jorgen<br/>What it did? I don't even know what to say to that. the factor is usually related to how strong the blood doner's heart is. Anyway, OS? No, I made a deal with them. I was thinking if nation east of Critellardon.<br/>Malefor.</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Malefor,<br/><br/>Ah, Weselton, you say? They have renounced their ties with you, I believe? In any case, we shall see what will ensue.<br/><br/>We are withdrawing from this conflict. I believe I've had just enough of it.<br/><br/>- Jorgen III</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Jorgen<br/>Fair enough, I suppose. As for Weselton, they are at war with a certain country I have interest in diplomatic relations with.<br/>Malefor.</blockquote>"
4991,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=425,2014-12-02T19:48:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Malefor,<br/><br/>Critellardon, I assume? <br/><br/>In any case, I will have nothing to do with this war, unless the need becomes absolute.<br/><br/>- Jorgen III</blockquote><br/><br/>Meanwhile, Reykjavík had been completely drained. The dykes were being rebuilt, and so were the buildings and the jetties at the port. With only 29 ships left to defend the port, the reconstruction had to be sped up as much as possible. Jorgen himself went on board the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Imperium Finlandia</span>, sleeping in the cabin. From the new Icelandic flagship, the King himself oversaw the final stage of the rebuilding and reinforcement of the capital."
4992,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=425,2014-12-02T19:54:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,Christopher couldn't sleep. He decided to wait for Elsa. He also noticed a Warfang messenger hawke leaving Iceland. Was Malefor talking to Jorgen?
4993,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=425,2014-12-02T20:04:00,20 Dragon Riders,"Another rider, Zack, went out to find Nathan. But as he and his dragon was pasing over the atlantic, the dragon saw something that looked like a rift. The dragon turned to check it out, when he got close enough he spoke in the language of the dragons and said,""WHO ARE YOU, WHERE ARE YOU?"" the message travled around half the globe"
4994,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=425,2014-12-02T20:13:00,Bunkeranlage,"Jorgen, on board the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Imperium Finlandia</span>, was guiding the ship around the waters near Reykjavík. Just then, he heard a voice calling out in the Dragon Tongue. He was familiar with the language, but apart from conversations with Engartennur, he had never had any other use for it, nor had he heard it being spoken by anyone else. He looked up, seeing two dragon riders flying high overhead. Calling Admiral Þórsson, Jorgen told the man to steer the ship, while he mounted his Night Fury and flew high above the clouds to confront the other two dragons and their riders."
4995,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=425,2014-12-02T20:25:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"""Elsa... are you awake?"" Christopher whispered."
4996,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=425,2014-12-02T20:26:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Dragon Realms Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22658045#p22658045"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Elsa... are you awake?"" Christopher whispered.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Elsa turned over, opening her eyes. ""What is it, Christopher? Is something bothering you?"" The moonlight billowed into the room like a flood."
4997,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=425,2014-12-02T20:29:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22658055#p22658055"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Dragon Realms Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22658045#p22658045"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Elsa... are you awake?"" Christopher whispered.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Elsa turned over, opening her eyes. ""What is it, Christopher? Is something bothering you?"" The moonlight billowed into the room like a flood.</div></blockquote><br/>""I can't take my mind off of this war for a second"" He said. ""And because of that I am sleeping terribly."
4998,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=425,2014-12-02T20:37:00,20 Dragon Riders,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22657908#p22657908"">wrote</a>:</cite>Jorgen, on board the <span style=""font-style: italic"">Imperium Finlandia</span>, was guiding the ship around the waters near Reykjavík. Just then, he heard a voice calling out in the Dragon Tongue. He was familiar with the language, but apart from conversations with Engartennur, he had never had any other use for it, nor had he heard it being spoken by anyone else. He looked up, seeing two dragon riders flying high overhead. Calling Admiral Þórsson, Jorgen told the man to steer the ship, while he mounted his Night Fury and flew high above the clouds to confront the other two dragons and their riders.</div></blockquote><br/>Zacks saw jorgen and the night wing. He contacted anthony to tell him that there was another rider while zacks dragon started talking to the night wing, well, asking questions."
4999,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=425,2014-12-02T20:40:00,Bunkeranlage,"OOC: Night *Fury<br/><br/>Jorgen shouted across the headwinds at the riders, in Icelandic, ""Who are you, and what are you doing in Iceland's territory?""<br/><br/>The<span style=""font-style: italic"">Imperium Finlandia</span>dropped her anchors and awaited her King's return, the guards on board standing on the decks and looking into the dark sky, trying to see their king."
5000,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=425,2014-12-02T20:48:00,20 Dragon Riders,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22658190#p22658190"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: Night *Fury<br/><br/>Jorgen shouted across the headwinds at the riders, in Icelandic, ""Who are you, and what are you doing in Iceland's territory?""<br/><br/>The <span style=""font-style: italic"">Imperium Finlandia</span> dropped her anchors and awaited her King's return, the guards on board standing on the decks and looking into the dark sky, trying to see their king.</div></blockquote><br/>""I am zack nakolon , from dragonvaleon, one of my colleagues passed this way to get a valley with rouge dragons and we lost contact with him."" Zack explained. He didnt speak icelandish but he could tell that he was trying to ask who he was."
5001,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=425,2014-12-02T20:54:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote><div><cite>20 Dragon Riders <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22658262#p22658262"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22658190#p22658190"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: Night *Fury<br/><br/>Jorgen shouted across the headwinds at the riders, in Icelandic, ""Who are you, and what are you doing in Iceland's territory?""<br/><br/>The <span style=""font-style: italic"">Imperium Finlandia</span> dropped her anchors and awaited her King's return, the guards on board standing on the decks and looking into the dark sky, trying to see their king.</div></blockquote><br/>""I am zack nakolon , from dragonvaleon, one of my colleagues passed this way to get a valley with rouge dragons and we lost contact with him."" Zack explained. He didnt speak icelandish but he could tell that he was trying to ask who he was.</div></blockquote>""One of your friends came this way?"" Jorgen asked, this time in English. ""Unfortunately, we haven't found any trace of any foreign dragon entering our territory."" He stopped, putting his fire sword back on his belt, before continuing, ""Perhaps you'd like to come on board the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Imperium</span>and discuss things further?"" With that, he beckoned to them to follow him, and dived below the clouds."
5002,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=425,2014-12-02T21:00:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Dragon Realms Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22658098#p22658098"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22658055#p22658055"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Elsa turned over, opening her eyes. ""What is it, Christopher? Is something bothering you?"" The moonlight billowed into the room like a flood.</div></blockquote><br/>""I can't take my mind off of this war for a second"" He said. ""And because of that I am sleeping terribly.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Elsa replied, ""Maybe you shouldn't think so much. Malefor is gone for now, and we should be safe here. """
5003,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=450,2014-12-02T21:02:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22658370#p22658370"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Dragon Realms Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22658098#p22658098"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I can't take my mind off of this war for a second"" He said. ""And because of that I am sleeping terribly.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Elsa replied, ""Maybe you shouldn't think so much. Malefor is gone for now, and we should be safe here. ""</div></blockquote><br/>""It's not that easy Elsa. People are traumatized for life by war."""
5004,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=450,2014-12-02T21:04:00,20 Dragon Riders,"Zack silently asked his drago,""can we trust him?"" The dragon replied,""it seems like it. ""<br/><br/>Zack and his dragon dove beneath the clouds, following jorgen"
5005,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=450,2014-12-03T01:05:00,Oceasian Scandinavia,"Less than a week after PM Johannesen returned from Iceland, the 200-gunner ONS<span style=""font-style: italic"">Ingenia</span>is ready for it's test run. Johannesen himself is on board the ship during the test run. It went perfectly. There's even a target practice test for the ship, and the advanced cannons means that it was more accurate in hitting it's targets, although in actual combat, the person controlling the cannon matters a lot. The ship, for obvious reasons, isn't fast and agile. It was built for strength and power. The Icelandic navy will be surprised when they see this. However, with a ship this big, which is practically unprecedented, OS can't afford to get it hijacked. If needed, Johannesen will direct a specific order to scuttle the ship, thus preventing the enemy from getting their hands on it.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">It's beautiful....</span>He thought to himself.<br/><br/>However, the military must get going soon. The country missed it's first opportunity to expand it's borders, but by luck, there's another chance. There have been vague news that Critellardon has just invaded Weselton. For Johannesen, this is a once in a lifetime opportunity. He could use Critellardon's military aggression to support Weselton in the war. However, the chances of winning in that scenario is awful. So, he plans to invade Weselton, and get some parts of Poland. Ships used in the previous battle that's not damaged is to leave the country for the Weseltonian coasts in a few hours. The 2nd fleet will follow in about 2 days, and the 3rd fleet will then follow in another 2 days."
5006,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=450,2014-12-03T02:14:00,Bunkeranlage,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">ICELAND</span></span><br/><br/>Having seen the capabilities and weaknesses of the Oceasian and DRE navies, Jorgen decided that a more comprehensive plan to defend the nation would have to be implemented. Using the 50 million kronor that was Oceasian Scandinavia's reparation fee to Iceland, Jorgen had come up with a new plan to fortify the borders better. From what he knew of their naval tactics, Jorgen ordered the forge to produce more heavy cannons and long range artillery, allowing them to hit enemy ships from far. The plan was to fortify every single city along the coastal areas, turning the entire island into a fortress. The new fleet, now under construction, numbered some 22 warships, to be led by the ISS<span style=""font-style: italic"">Imperium Finlandia</span>and the weaker but faster ISS<span style=""font-style: italic"">Tannhäuser</span>. It was decided, from the proportion of the Oceasian navy, and their reliance on a beat-down form of warfare, that more frigates and ships-of-the-line would be made in contrast to the usual Icelandic navy, which mainly consisted of small, fast ships like the now destroyed ISS<span style=""font-style: italic"">Västergötland</span>. Some of the new warships would be designed to hold as manny cannons in as small a space as possible.<br/><br/>With Reykjavík's coastal sides ruined, Jorgen decided that it was time to add some other modifications to the port. The dykes were reinforced with iron and steel bars, and the jetties had swivelling guns mounted on the sides, for easy access to a weapon in the event of a land invasion. The port guards had their numbers increased, with volunteer conscription implemented throughout the nation. The port guards, formerly numbering some 3,000, now had their numbers increased to 5,500 through the volunteer conscription. Grand Admiral Schluckauf was promoted to replace the former Minister for Defence, who had been killed during the battle of Reykjavík. Old ships like the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Simon Petrus</span>were sent to Greenland and Svalbard, to act as reserves, while the newer and more powerful vessels were sent down to the various ports, to act as the front line defences.<br/><br/>In addition, the border patrolling was to recommence, with warships prowling the nearby maritime space around Iceland. The former foreign minister to the kingdom of Ripto, Lord Denver Wallace, had advised Jorgen on the issue of navigating Ripto's maritime borders. With this knowledge, along with Lord Wallace's guidance, Jorgen was able to build a naval blockade, thus preventing an attack from Ripto. OS's former trade routes with Iceland were also plugged by warships, some with over 100 cannons. Of course, neither the King nor his government was aware of the leviathan that Oceasian Scandinavia had constructed..."
5007,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=450,2014-12-03T02:28:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Dragon Realms Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22658382#p22658382"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22658370#p22658370"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Elsa replied, ""Maybe you shouldn't think so much. Malefor is gone for now, and we should be safe here. ""</div></blockquote><br/>""It's not that easy Elsa. People are traumatized for life by war.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Well, worrying isn't going to solve anything either. After all, there's only so much we can do, and at least Malefor has slipped somewhat into dormancy.""<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>20 Dragon Riders <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22658400#p22658400"">wrote</a>:</cite>Zack silently asked his drago,""can we trust him?"" The dragon replied,""it seems like it. "" <br/><br/>Zack and his dragon dove beneath the clouds, following jorgen</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Jorgen, landing on the deck of the ISS<span style=""font-style: italic"">Imperium Finlandia</span>, led the two riders into the Captain's Cabin, while ordering the men to bring the dragons into the stables below deck. ""We're going back to Reykjavík"", said Jorgen to the two men."
5008,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=450,2014-12-03T06:16:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Christoph Felix V,<br/><br/>As the guardian of Key II and the new owner of Key I, I ask that you, as the guardian of Key III, follow me to Goose Bay, so that we may unlock the Blue-Eyes White Dragon.<br/><br/>Malefor appears to be building up his armies in Warfang, most likely for one last assault on the nations of Europe. If that is the case, this dragon will be our final hope.<br/><br/>- Jorgen III</blockquote>"
5009,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=450,2014-12-03T11:31:00,Slenderman The CreepyPasta King,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22660072#p22660072"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Dragon Realms Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22658382#p22658382"">wrote</a>:</cite>""It's not that easy Elsa. People are traumatized for life by war.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Well, worrying isn't going to solve anything either. After all, there's only so much we can do, and at least Malefor has slipped somewhat into dormancy.""<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>20 Dragon Riders <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22658400#p22658400"">wrote</a>:</cite>Zack silently asked his drago,""can we trust him?"" The dragon replied,""it seems like it. "" <br/><br/>Zack and his dragon dove beneath the clouds, following jorgen</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Jorgen, landing on the deck of the ISS <span style=""font-style: italic"">Imperium Finlandia</span>, led the two riders into the Captain's Cabin, while ordering the men to bring the dragons into the stables below deck. ""We're going back to Reykjavík"", said Jorgen to the two men.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Nice ship you got here,"" Zack said, ""And i didn't think that there would be other riders outside of Dragonsvaleon."" He sat down. ""Anyways, back to why i'm here. My colleague was sent to a european valley to put some rogue dragons out of their misery. He should have arrived by now but he didn't contact us and his transponder's signal dissapeared around here.""<br/><br/>-NEAR THE RIFT IN THE DRAGON AGE DIMENSION-<br/><br/>The darkspawn had found and awoken an old god, which became an archdemon. The archdemon soared out of the deep roads and to the surface world, not seeing the rift, he went into it, being teleported to Earth. When the Archdemon arrived, the rift closed, and he roared in fury. Then swooped down to Iceland."
5010,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=450,2014-12-03T16:53:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22660072#p22660072"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Dragon Realms Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22658382#p22658382"">wrote</a>:</cite>""It's not that easy Elsa. People are traumatized for life by war.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Well, worrying isn't going to solve anything either. After all, there's only so much we can do, and at least Malefor has slipped somewhat into dormancy.""<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>20 Dragon Riders <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22658400#p22658400"">wrote</a>:</cite>Zack silently asked his drago,""can we trust him?"" The dragon replied,""it seems like it. "" <br/><br/>Zack and his dragon dove beneath the clouds, following jorgen</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Jorgen, landing on the deck of the ISS <span style=""font-style: italic"">Imperium Finlandia</span>, led the two riders into the Captain's Cabin, while ordering the men to bring the dragons into the stables below deck. ""We're going back to Reykjavík"", said Jorgen to the two men.</div></blockquote><br/>""I guess you're right, I won't keep you up any longer."""
5011,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=450,2014-12-03T18:05:00,Shark isle,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Dragon Realms Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22646895#p22646895"">wrote</a>:</cite>Christopher whispered into Elsa's ear ""Remember what I said about your heart and his lack of one?""<br/><br/>""It was me"" the child said.</div></blockquote><br/>The ghost said to him,"" I think i should reward you"". Then a stream of light came out of his fingers and into his eyes taking away the child's sight. Then the ghost flew out of the mansion laughing while saying,"" I am free once again"""
5012,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=450,2014-12-04T13:32:00,Slenderman The CreepyPasta King,"The archdemon landed on the ground of iceland, roaring still in fury. A few minutes later he regained his composure and started thinking of a plan to take over this world. He knew he didn't have his darkspawn, but there may be something like them, So he flew off to look. Deciding to try and burn any cities and villages along the way."
5013,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=450,2014-12-04T15:05:00,Caribica,"The Republic of Caribica wishes to enter a trade agreement with the Kingdom of Arendelle, we will assign 2 ships to the route, both steamers.<br/>We can offer exotic goods such as sugar, coffee, fish and cheese.<br/><br/>Sincerely- Presidente Tomas Palma of the Caribican Republic."
5014,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=450,2014-12-07T11:24:00,Caribica,"After reviewing the events in mainland Europe President Tomas declares that Caribica will accept political refugees from the crisis in Europe openly, we fear no dragons. In fact, we openly challenge Malefor to have his dragon fleet make a transatlantic voyage. Pah, you would likely die within days thanks to our tropical climate or our fearsome Gatling guns and your fiery breath would be harmless against our ships hulls of steel. (Although their wooden decks are vunrable but he omitted that)"
5015,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=450,2014-12-07T17:18:00,Kingston-Atlantis,"<blockquote><div><cite>Caribica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22677097#p22677097"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Republic of Caribica wishes to enter a trade agreement with the Kingdom of Arendelle, we will assign 2 ships to the route, both steamers.<br/>We can offer exotic goods such as sugar, coffee, fish and cheese.<br/><br/>Sincerely- Presidente Tomas Palma of the Caribican Republic.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC: Arendelle has been taken by the Dragon Realms Empire.<blockquote><div><cite>Caribica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22711070#p22711070"">wrote</a>:</cite>After reviewing the events in mainland Europe President Tomas declares that Caribica will accept political refugees from the crisis in Europe openly, we fear no dragons. In fact, we openly challenge Malefor to have his dragon fleet make a transatlantic voyage. Pah, you would likely die within days thanks to our tropical climate or our fearsome Gatling guns and your fiery breath would be harmless against our ships hulls of steel. (Although their wooden decks are vunrable but he omitted that)</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC: I'm telling you, your ships will be burnt by Malefor."
5016,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=450,2014-12-07T18:19:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote><div><cite>Caribica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22711070#p22711070"">wrote</a>:</cite>After reviewing the events in mainland Europe President Tomas declares that Caribica will accept political refugees from the crisis in Europe openly, we fear no dragons. In fact, we openly challenge Malefor to have his dragon fleet make a transatlantic voyage. Pah, you would likely die within days thanks to our tropical climate or our fearsome Gatling guns and your fiery breath would be harmless against our ships hulls of steel. (Although their wooden decks are vunrable but he omitted that)</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: It's the 1830s, steam power isn't that prevalent yet. Also, Gatling guns were only brought into service in the 1860s, so, yeah."
5017,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=450,2014-12-08T02:01:00,Caribica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22717233#p22717233"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Caribica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22711070#p22711070"">wrote</a>:</cite>After reviewing the events in mainland Europe President Tomas declares that Caribica will accept political refugees from the crisis in Europe openly, we fear no dragons. In fact, we openly challenge Malefor to have his dragon fleet make a transatlantic voyage. Pah, you would likely die within days thanks to our tropical climate or our fearsome Gatling guns and your fiery breath would be harmless against our ships hulls of steel. (Although their wooden decks are vunrable but he omitted that)</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: It's the 1830s, steam power isn't that prevalent yet. Also, Gatling guns were only brought into service in the 1860s, so, yeah.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: Dragons never existed, or magic, so I'm assuming we can take some creative liberties."
5018,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=450,2014-12-08T02:06:00,Caribica,"Well, realizing how stupid he was President Palma instantly revokes the trade offer."
5019,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=450,2014-12-08T02:33:00,Kingston-Atlantis,"<blockquote><div><cite>Caribica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22721733#p22721733"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22717233#p22717233"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: It's the 1830s, steam power isn't that prevalent yet. Also, Gatling guns were only brought into service in the 1860s, so, yeah.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: Dragons never existed, or magic, so I'm assuming we can take some creative liberties.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>He's the OP, so of course he has creative liberties."
5020,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=450,2014-12-08T02:48:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote><div><cite>Caribica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22721733#p22721733"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22717233#p22717233"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: It's the 1830s, steam power isn't that prevalent yet. Also, Gatling guns were only brought into service in the 1860s, so, yeah.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: Dragons never existed, or magic, so I'm assuming we can take some creative liberties.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The creative liberties we're taking now is adding fantastical elements to a realistic historical setting. We're not altering the timeline.<br/><br/>On the other hand, when we bring an invention from the 1860s and put it in the 1830s, we're changing the timeline.<br/><br/>Then again, I'm not the OP, so you'll have to ask him."
5021,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=450,2014-12-08T02:56:00,Oceasian Scandinavia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22721872#p22721872"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Caribica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22721733#p22721733"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: Dragons never existed, or magic, so I'm assuming we can take some creative liberties.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The creative liberties we're taking now is adding fantastical elements to a realistic historical setting. We're not altering the timeline.<br/><br/>On the other hand, when we bring an invention from the 1860s and put it in the 1830s, we're changing the timeline.<br/><br/>Then again, I'm not the OP, so you'll have to ask him.</div></blockquote><br/>Plus, this RP is already dead."
5022,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=450,2014-12-08T10:50:00,Caribica,Sooooooooo...... Reboot?
5023,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=450,2014-12-08T12:41:00,Slenderman The CreepyPasta King,"<blockquote><div><cite>Caribica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22724638#p22724638"">wrote</a>:</cite>Sooooooooo...... Reboot?</div></blockquote><br/><br/>i'm up for one, but you'll have to ask the OP."
5024,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=450,2014-12-08T13:21:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"OOC: I would rather this one become active again<img alt="":P"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_tongue.gif"" title=""Razz""/>"
5025,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=450,2014-12-08T13:37:00,Slenderman The CreepyPasta King,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Dragon Realms Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22726287#p22726287"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: I would rather this one become active again <img alt="":P"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_tongue.gif"" title=""Razz""/></div></blockquote><br/><br/>same, but how?"
5026,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=450,2014-12-08T14:21:00,Caribica,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Dragon Realms Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22726287#p22726287"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: I would rather this one become active again <img alt="":P"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_tongue.gif"" title=""Razz""/></div></blockquote><br/>Oh yes and now that you're here what's your position on this whole steamships and Gatling Guns in the thread issue?"
5027,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=450,2014-12-08T14:41:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Caribica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22727016#p22727016"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Dragon Realms Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22726287#p22726287"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: I would rather this one become active again <img alt="":P"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_tongue.gif"" title=""Razz""/></div></blockquote><br/>Oh yes and now that you're here what's your position on this whole steamships and Gatling Guns in the thread issue?</div></blockquote><br/>I let in an airship so why not a steam ship."
5028,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=475,2014-12-08T14:43:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Slenderman The CreepyPasta King <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22726457#p22726457"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Dragon Realms Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22726287#p22726287"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: I would rather this one become active again <img alt="":P"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_tongue.gif"" title=""Razz""/></div></blockquote><br/><br/>same, but how?</div></blockquote><br/>Bunkeranlage starts posting again. A very large portion of the RP are me and him going back and forth."
5029,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=475,2014-12-08T15:37:00,Slenderman The CreepyPasta King,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Dragon Realms Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22727303#p22727303"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Slenderman The CreepyPasta King <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22726457#p22726457"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>same, but how?</div></blockquote><br/>Bunkeranlage starts posting again. A very large portion of the RP are me and him going back and forth.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>well, i post pretty commonly as well, when i can i mean"
5030,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=475,2014-12-08T15:54:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Slenderman The CreepyPasta King <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22728054#p22728054"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Dragon Realms Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22727303#p22727303"">wrote</a>:</cite>Bunkeranlage starts posting again. A very large portion of the RP are me and him going back and forth.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>well, i post pretty commonly as well, when i can i mean</div></blockquote><br/>true but me and Bunk did the most."
5031,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=475,2014-12-08T16:52:00,Greater Weselton,"<blockquote><div><cite>Caribica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22721733#p22721733"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22717233#p22717233"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: It's the 1830s, steam power isn't that prevalent yet. Also, Gatling guns were only brought into service in the 1860s, so, yeah.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: Dragons never existed, or magic, so I'm assuming we can take some creative liberties.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: Magic does exist."
5032,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=475,2014-12-09T02:03:00,Caribica,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Dragon Realms Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22727288#p22727288"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Caribica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22727016#p22727016"">wrote</a>:</cite>Oh yes and now that you're here what's your position on this whole steamships and Gatling Guns in the thread issue?</div></blockquote><br/>I let in an airship so why not a steam ship.</div></blockquote><br/>Thank you but when was this? And I promise not to get ""steampunk"" or bring in planes or diesel powered vehicles."
5033,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=475,2014-12-09T02:12:00,Caribica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Greater Weselton <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22729028#p22729028"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Caribica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22721733#p22721733"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: Dragons never existed, or magic, so I'm assuming we can take some creative liberties.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: Magic does exist.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: Evidence please"
5034,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=475,2014-12-09T05:32:00,Caribica,"In San Esperito, the capital of Caribica President Palma gives a speech published in newspapers across the world branding Malefor a false king and a coward and declaring all who go against him are allies of the Republic and all who stand with him are enemies."
5035,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=475,2014-12-09T05:44:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote><div><cite>Caribica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22734291#p22734291"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Greater Weselton <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22729028#p22729028"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: Magic does exist.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: Evidence please</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC:<br/><br/>To Caribica: Don't bother asking GW. He's going to give a long sermon filled with fundamentalist BS.<br/><br/>To GW: Don't you dare start one of your sermons.<br/><br/>To the rest: I can't post much these couple of days because Im out of the country and using hotel WiFi, which is extremely slow. Sorry.<img alt="":("" src=""./images/smilies/sm_sad.gif"" title=""Sadface""/>"
5036,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=475,2014-12-09T06:57:00,Slenderman The CreepyPasta King,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22734873#p22734873"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Caribica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22734291#p22734291"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: Evidence please</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC: <br/><br/>To Caribica: Don't bother asking GW. He's going to give a long sermon filled with fundamentalist BS.<br/><br/>To GW: Don't you dare start one of your sermons.<br/><br/>To the rest: I can't post much these couple of days because Im out of the country and using hotel WiFi, which is extremely slow. Sorry. <img alt="":("" src=""./images/smilies/sm_sad.gif"" title=""Sadface""/></div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC: It's fine, I understand, I used to have dial up. AOL dial up.... and that was AMAZINGLY slow. just try to post late at night there when the internet servers are not crowded. That way you can do what you want to do online and it won't be slow."
5037,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=475,2014-12-09T11:05:00,Caribica,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">DECLARATION OF WAR</span><br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>On this day, December 9 the year of our lord 1834 due to genocide, General Indecency, and other crimes against humanity The Republic of Caribica is in a state of <span style=""font-weight: bold"">war</span> with the False Nation of The Dragon Realms Empire. We will fight you on the beaches, we will fight you in the beach rum shack, and we will even fight you on non-beach related property. May God have mercy upon your cruel soul.<br/>Signed- Tomas Palma, and 66 others of the Lower House and 24 others of the Upper House.</div></blockquote><br/>The Republic of Caribica requests a Millitary alliance with all others at war with Malefor and his dark kingdom."
5038,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=475,2014-12-09T12:53:00,Slenderman The CreepyPasta King,"Anthony started investigating why nathan didnt report in. When he contacted arendelle nothing came. So he took off on his dragon, Monchon, who also has bone wings but can still fly with the best. They headed for Europe to see what was happening there. That is when the archdemon, a huge, red dragon with a purple tint, razor sharp, foot long and wide teeth and spikes going down it's lower body ending at the tip of it's tail along with spikes on the sides of the tail, came out of the rift and started flying towards greenland. ""Wh-what was THAT!!! That isn't any dragon i have heard of! Not ever remotely!"" Anthony said in shock. He decided to continue toward Europe but giving a wide berth from the archdemon, delaying his arrival by a few hours."
5039,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=475,2014-12-09T13:08:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: The world<br/>You have no business in my affairs. My Wars are directly related to DRE, so if you don't want war, don't involve yourself with my empire.<br/>Malefor</blockquote><br/>OOC; With Bunkeranlage gone that completely slows the entire rp down because A. He was one of the main posters and B. He represents 2 countries."
5040,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=475,2014-12-09T13:38:00,Caribica,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Dragon Realms Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22738617#p22738617"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: The world<br/>You have no business in my affairs. My Wars are directly related to DRE, so if you don't want war, don't involve yourself with my empire.<br/>Malefor</blockquote><br/>OOC; With Bunkeranlage gone that completely slows the entire rp down because A. He was one of the main posters and B. He represents 2 countries.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: nobody said he was gone, he just has crappy wifi and can't post frequently."
5041,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=475,2014-12-09T13:42:00,Caribica,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Dragon Realms Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22738617#p22738617"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: The world<br/>You have no business in my affairs. My Wars are directly related to DRE, so if you don't want war, don't involve yourself with my empire.<br/>Malefor</blockquote><br/>OOC; With Bunkeranlage gone that completely slows the entire rp down because A. He was one of the main posters and B. He represents 2 countries.</div></blockquote><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>Dear Malefor,<br/>It is damn well the worlds business when you slaughter innocent people in an attempt to rebuild some empire confined to the history books, we will continue our fight until your throne of lies has been desecrated.<br/>Sincerely, Tomas Palma</div></blockquote>"
5042,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=475,2014-12-09T14:52:00,20 Dragon Riders,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Dragon Realms Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22738617#p22738617"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: The world<br/>You have no business in my affairs. My Wars are directly related to DRE, so if you don't want war, don't involve yourself with my empire.<br/>Malefor</blockquote><br/>OOC; With Bunkeranlage gone that completely slows the entire rp down because A. He was one of the main posters and B. He represents 2 countries.</div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">to: the wrld,<br/><br/>Mwahahaha, war, slaughtering innocents? I love this dimension already. Now, this will make my job easier. I may not have my darkspawn, im still powerful enough to crush any humanoid creature, hell, im powerful enough to kill high dragons. Now serender and i will make your deaths quick but still very very painful.</blockquote>"
5043,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=475,2014-12-09T17:41:00,Greater Weselton,"<blockquote><div><cite>Caribica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22734291#p22734291"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Greater Weselton <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22729028#p22729028"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: Magic does exist.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: Evidence please</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: It is in the Bible."
5044,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=475,2014-12-09T19:41:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote><div><cite>Greater Weselton <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22741910#p22741910"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Caribica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22734291#p22734291"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: Evidence please</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: It is in the Bible.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC:<br/><br/>To GW: I told you not to facking...<img alt=""&gt;:("" src=""./images/smilies/sm_angry.gif"" title=""Irked""/><br/><br/>To the rest: Nothing happened here, carry on with your lives.<br/><br/>IC:<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To the leaders of Caribica:<br/><br/>Greetings! It has come to my attention that you intend to oppose Malefor in this war. <br/><br/>I should like to tell you that you will have my full support in this aspect.<br/><br/>I will be giving to you the frigate ISS <span style=""font-style: italic"">Don Giovanni</span> as a diplomatic gift. Should you require naval asistance of any sort, I will gladly leave a fleet of maximum 25 ships at your disposal.<br/><br/>I am also able to personally train your elite men in the fine art of dragon riding, and if you are interested, do make it known to me.<br/><br/>To a better future!<br/><br/>Yours, <br/><br/>Jorgen III, King of Iceland and her Colonies</blockquote>"
5045,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=475,2014-12-10T02:23:00,Caribica,"<blockquote><div><cite>20 Dragon Riders <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22739871#p22739871"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Dragon Realms Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22738617#p22738617"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: The world<br/>You have no business in my affairs. My Wars are directly related to DRE, so if you don't want war, don't involve yourself with my empire.<br/>Malefor</blockquote><br/>OOC; With Bunkeranlage gone that completely slows the entire rp down because A. He was one of the main posters and B. He represents 2 countries.</div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">to: the wrld,<br/><br/>Mwahahaha, war, slaughtering innocents? I love this dimension already. Now, this will make my job easier. I may not have my darkspawn, im still powerful enough to crush any humanoid creature, hell, im powerful enough to kill high dragons. Now serender and i will make your deaths quick but still very very painful.</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/>""Where the hell did this come from?"" President Palma asked as he sat in his desk in his countryside manor after reading the blood-stained letter. ""We don't know, it has no return address."" His loyal Advisor Leonardo said, ""There was also a strange sighting of the aurora borealis over San Esperito and... a dragons face appeared and told the citizens this message, there was rioting, you need to calm them down."" ""Alright then my train leaves for the capital in one hour, I will take the king of Iceland up on his generous offer and I'll write him a letter on the way, in the meantime, vacation's over."" President Palma said."
5046,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=475,2014-12-10T02:32:00,Caribica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22743438#p22743438"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Greater Weselton <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22741910#p22741910"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: It is in the Bible.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC: <br/><br/>To GW: I told you not to facking... <img alt=""&gt;:("" src=""./images/smilies/sm_angry.gif"" title=""Irked""/> <br/><br/>To the rest: Nothing happened here, carry on with your lives.<br/><br/>IC:<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To the leaders of Caribica:<br/><br/>Greetings! It has come to my attention that you intend to oppose Malefor in this war. <br/><br/>I should like to tell you that you will have my full support in this aspect.<br/><br/>I will be giving to you the frigate ISS <span style=""font-style: italic"">Don Giovanni</span> as a diplomatic gift. Should you require naval asistance of any sort, I will gladly leave a fleet of maximum 25 ships at your disposal.<br/><br/>I am also able to personally train your elite men in the fine art of dragon riding, and if you are interested, do make it known to me.<br/><br/>To a better future!<br/><br/>Yours, <br/><br/>Jorgen III, King of Iceland and her Colonies</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Dear Jorgen III, <br/><br/>We will take your generous offer gladly, though we must turn the frigate down as we already have plans to send a fleet of 42 ships to aid you, as for dragon training, I fear this cannot happen on our soil as dragons are obviously creatures of the tundra and unsuited to the tropical climate of Caribica, I will send 200 men to Reyjavek (Or however you spell the insanely long name of that capital of yours) to learn dragon riding.<br/><br/>Sincerely, President Tomas Palma of The Caribican Republic.</blockquote>"
5047,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=475,2014-12-10T02:47:00,Bunkeranlage,"OOC: I'll be speeding up their travel for RP purposes.<br/><br/><br/>As the 200 men who were being sent to Reykjavík had fallen in at the port, three Icelandic ships appeared at the horizon and docked at the port, taking the men on board. Within a few weeks, the 200 men had arrived in the Icelandic capital. As they made their way to the courtyard where they were supposed to head to, dragons flew overhead, casting shadows that lasted for split seconds.<br/><br/>Soon, they had arrived at an empty field, with nobody else. The Icelanders left them alone, heading back to the port. Before long, a jet black dragon whooshed through the air before landing gracefully in front of the men, a tall man in a flowing coat jumping off and landing on the ground.<br/><br/>""Greetings, gentlemen!"" he said. ""I am King Jorgen III of Iceland, and this is my Night Fury, Engar-Tennur. I presume you are the ones the President has sent over. Now, let's begin with your training."""
5048,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=475,2014-12-10T03:12:00,Caribica,"""Good day señor, I am Captain Cortez of the Republican Army, could you please relay orders in Spanish? The majority of men do not speak Icelandic, I'm assuming you, as a king had tutors. It's just that many of these men knew no world outside of their tiny country town prior to joining the army. Anyways, begin please.I can translate instead if you wish.""<br/>OOC: this is just to state that Caribicans speak Spanish so if any of your characters don't they cannot efficiently communicate."
5049,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=475,2014-12-10T04:05:00,Bunkeranlage,"""Very well"", replied Jorgen in Spanish. ""If you will follow me, gentlemen, I will show you the dragons you'll be training with."" He led the 200 men down the road, until they reached a gigantic wooden stable marked ""Nadder"". ""Inside this stable"", he said, ""are the dragons you'll be riding."" As the door opened, lively chirping and growling could be heard inside. Around a hundred blue dragons squabbled with each other inside. ""Deadly Nadders, Draconis Nadarium, one of the easiest to teach with, as well as the most common. Firstly, we'll split you into two groups. One group woll ride, the other group will provide ground support.""<br/><br/>""In a normal situation, it's quite possible to do it alone. However, when in combat, one must ensure that there is enough ground support. While your comrades are riding with me, Captains Ingersson and Holgersson (here, he gestures to two men standing around) will train your aim. Best of luck!"" With that, the men split into two groups of 100 each, Jorgen leading one group (and the dragons) out, the other staying inside with Captain Henrik Ingersson and Captain Grimur Holgersson."
5050,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=475,2014-12-10T07:57:00,Caribica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22746185#p22746185"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Very well"", replied Jorgen in Spanish. ""If you will follow me, gentlemen, I will show you the dragons you'll be training with."" He led the 200 men down the road, until they reached a gigantic wooden stable marked ""Nadder"". ""Inside this stable"", he said, ""are the dragons you'll be riding."" As the door opened, lively chirping and growling could be heard inside. Around a hundred blue dragons squabbled with each other inside. ""Deadly Nadders, Draconis Nadarium, one of the easiest to teach with, as well as the most common. Firstly, we'll split you into two groups. One group woll ride, the other group will provide ground support.""<br/><br/>""In a normal situation, it's quite possible to do it alone. However, when in combat, one must ensure that there is enough ground support. While your comrades are riding with me, Captains Ingersson and Holgersson (here, he gestures to two men standing around) will train your aim. Best of luck!"" With that, the men split into two groups of 100 each, Jorgen leading one group (and the dragons) out, the other staying inside with Captain Henrik Ingersson and Captain Grimur Holgersson.</div></blockquote><br/>The Caribican are naturally terrified, all of them never having seen a dragon before in their lives but eventually overcome their fear."
5051,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=475,2014-12-10T11:54:00,20 Dragon Riders,"PAfter what seemed like hours of flight, the archdemon came across a village. He roared and colum ns of purple fire down on the village, burning and destroying it almost instantly.<br/><br/>Zackack offered help with training.<br/>Zack offered his help with tra"
5052,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=475,2014-12-10T12:13:00,Caribica,"<blockquote><div><cite>20 Dragon Riders <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22749168#p22749168"">wrote</a>:</cite>PAfter what seemed like hours of flight, the archdemon came across a village. He roared and columns of purple fire down on the village, burning and destroying it almost instantly.<br/><br/>Zackack offered help with training.<br/>Zack offered his help with tra</div></blockquote><br/>Upon hearing of this President Palma offers to send 16,000 troops to Iceland, 10 regiments of foot, 4 regiments of artillery and 5 regiments of horse."
5053,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=500,2014-12-10T15:37:00,Caribica,OOC: Could someone please take over for me? I am sorry but I am moving to Cyber Nations. I will continue to post until then.<br/>Never mind. Sorry.
5054,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=500,2014-12-10T16:34:00,Kingston-Atlantis,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">In the deep forests of Eastern Germany</span><br/><br/>The workers of the timber industry were tired after a day's hard work. They had heard about the recent attacks on the southern villages, but disregarded them as just ""another lie made by the papers"".<br/><br/>No one ever knew how wrong they were.<br/><br/>Deep, inside the forest, a tiny light appeared. A faint sound of rushing smoke could be heard. The workers dropped their things, and stared at the light. They all did not know what it was, but they were prepared.<br/><br/>The tiny light burst into flames, and the flames caught onto the tree leaves. The flames slowly engulfed the entire tree, leaving the timber resource in ashes. More buds of light appeared, and more trees were now in ashes. The trees formed a small circle, trapping the workers in.<br/><br/>On impulse, one of them shouted, ""run! Run out before they trap you!"" They soon followed, simply running away, leaving their food, water, clothes, back in the factory.<br/><br/>One of them spotted a dark spot. ""There! We can run through-"" His sentence was abruptly finished. He dropped to the ground, mouth agape, with a little dagger conveniently positioned in his neck.<br/><br/>The ring of fire was completed. There was no escape.<br/><br/>The workers huddled together and shouted for help.<br/><br/>Soon, the shouts were just empty bellows of the wind.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">For God and Critellardon.</span>Indeed. May the Better Germany Win."
5055,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=500,2014-12-10T21:05:00,Greater Weselton,A Weseltonian regiment ambushed some troops from Critellardon.
5056,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=500,2014-12-10T23:58:00,Bunkeranlage,"OOC: GW, could you write something at least 4 sentences long? One liners are forbidden.<br/>IC:<br/><br/>As the Arch-Demon swept down the streets of the village, soldiers firing at him with guns an crossbows desperately, the mayor huddled in a room, sending telegram after telegram to the King. In this case, Defence Minister Herbert Johann Schluckauf, the de-facto leader of Iceland in Jorgen's absence. Under his orders, Reykjavík was fortified on both sides, heavy cannons pointing at all sides of the city.<br/><br/>""With him still in Greenland, it might buy us some time...""<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>Elsa, Anna and Christopher, sitting at the dinner table with Def. Minister Schluckauf, quietly finished the rest of the grilled cod and asparagus souffle on their plates. Schluckauf explained the situation to them, that there was another dragon beast wreaking havoc in Greenland, and that it would have to be settled as well. Elsa added, ""Not to mention the fact that Malefor is currently stockpiling his armies. If he's able to unleash them all at once, we're going to be in a tight situation...""<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>With 200 men now proficient in dragon riding, marksmanship and aerial hand-to-hand combat, Jorgen smiled to himself quietly, Engar-Tennur leaping about with one of the Nadders. ""Hopefully, this will help them to defend themselves better.""<br/><br/>Having received the news of the military aid from Caribica, Jorgen decided to send the President a letter of thanks.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: President Palma<br/><br/>I have successfully trained all 200 of your men in dragon riding and other forms of combat. They'll be some of the strongest men available.<br/><br/>I thank you for the men you are sending to us. I assure you that we will take good care of them.<br/><br/>- Jorgen III</blockquote>"
5057,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=500,2014-12-11T05:20:00,Slenderman The CreepyPasta King,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22756606#p22756606"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: GW, could you write something at least 4 sentences long? One liners are forbidden.<br/>IC:<br/><br/>As the Arch-Demon swept down the streets of the village, soldiers firing at him with guns an crossbows desperately, the mayor huddled in a room, sending telegram after telegram to the King. In this case, Defence Minister Herbert Johann Schluckauf, the de-facto leader of Iceland in Jorgen's absence. Under his orders, Reykjavík was fortified on both sides, heavy cannons pointing at all sides of the city. <br/><br/>""With him still in Greenland, it might buy us some time...""<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>Elsa, Anna and Christopher, sitting at the dinner table with Def. Minister Schluckauf, quietly finished the rest of the grilled cod and asparagus souffle on their plates. Schluckauf explained the situation to them, that there was another dragon beast wreaking havoc in Greenland, and that it would have to be settled as well. Elsa added, ""Not to mention the fact that Malefor is currently stockpiling his armies. If he's able to unleash them all at once, we're going to be in a tight situation...""<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>With 200 men now proficient in dragon riding, marksmanship and aerial hand-to-hand combat, Jorgen smiled to himself quietly, Engar-Tennur leaping about with one of the Nadders. ""Hopefully, this will help them to defend themselves better.""<br/><br/>Having received the news of the military aid from Caribica, Jorgen decided to send the President a letter of thanks. <br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: President Palma<br/><br/>I have successfully trained all 200 of your men in dragon riding and other forms of combat. They'll be some of the strongest men available.<br/><br/>I thank you for the men you are sending to us. I assure you that we will take good care of them.<br/><br/>- Jorgen III</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/>the arch-demon's scales made the bullets bounce off and the arrows from the crossbows break. He breathed purple fire on the soldiers. Laughing, the arch-demon made his way burning the village. Making short work of it."
5058,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=500,2014-12-11T06:04:00,Caribica,The fresh Carbican troops arrive at the harbor and upon hearing of the Archdemon invulnerability to small arms fire the Caribican general forms a plan.
5059,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=500,2014-12-11T09:13:00,Caribica,"General Joao Rodguiez approaches Schluckauf, salutes him and says ""President Palma wishes to commend King Jorgen and says his deeds will long be remembered in the halls of the republic. In the meantime, I have formed a plan to slay this dragon. Would you like to hear?"""
5060,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=500,2014-12-11T11:40:00,Caribica,Caribican scientists have come to the conclusion that putting a Gatling gun on a dragon could prove useful and shares this infformation with their Icelandic comrades.
5061,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=500,2014-12-11T16:57:00,Greater Weselton,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22756606#p22756606"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: GW, could you write something at least 4 sentences long? One liners are forbidden.<br/>IC:<br/><br/>As the Arch-Demon swept down the streets of the village, soldiers firing at him with guns an crossbows desperately, the mayor huddled in a room, sending telegram after telegram to the King. In this case, Defence Minister Herbert Johann Schluckauf, the de-facto leader of Iceland in Jorgen's absence. Under his orders, Reykjavík was fortified on both sides, heavy cannons pointing at all sides of the city. <br/><br/>""With him still in Greenland, it might buy us some time...""<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>Elsa, Anna and Christopher, sitting at the dinner table with Def. Minister Schluckauf, quietly finished the rest of the grilled cod and asparagus souffle on their plates. Schluckauf explained the situation to them, that there was another dragon beast wreaking havoc in Greenland, and that it would have to be settled as well. Elsa added, ""Not to mention the fact that Malefor is currently stockpiling his armies. If he's able to unleash them all at once, we're going to be in a tight situation...""<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>With 200 men now proficient in dragon riding, marksmanship and aerial hand-to-hand combat, Jorgen smiled to himself quietly, Engar-Tennur leaping about with one of the Nadders. ""Hopefully, this will help them to defend themselves better.""<br/><br/>Having received the news of the military aid from Caribica, Jorgen decided to send the President a letter of thanks. <br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: President Palma<br/><br/>I have successfully trained all 200 of your men in dragon riding and other forms of combat. They'll be some of the strongest men available.<br/><br/>I thank you for the men you are sending to us. I assure you that we will take good care of them.<br/><br/>- Jorgen III</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/>OOC: Fuck writing essays! I am not in fucking English class!"
5062,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=500,2014-12-11T16:58:00,Kingston-Atlantis,"<blockquote><div><cite>Greater Weselton <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22763680#p22763680"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22756606#p22756606"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: GW, could you write something at least 4 sentences long? One liners are forbidden.<br/>IC:<br/><br/>As the Arch-Demon swept down the streets of the village, soldiers firing at him with guns an crossbows desperately, the mayor huddled in a room, sending telegram after telegram to the King. In this case, Defence Minister Herbert Johann Schluckauf, the de-facto leader of Iceland in Jorgen's absence. Under his orders, Reykjavík was fortified on both sides, heavy cannons pointing at all sides of the city. <br/><br/>""With him still in Greenland, it might buy us some time...""<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>Elsa, Anna and Christopher, sitting at the dinner table with Def. Minister Schluckauf, quietly finished the rest of the grilled cod and asparagus souffle on their plates. Schluckauf explained the situation to them, that there was another dragon beast wreaking havoc in Greenland, and that it would have to be settled as well. Elsa added, ""Not to mention the fact that Malefor is currently stockpiling his armies. If he's able to unleash them all at once, we're going to be in a tight situation...""<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>With 200 men now proficient in dragon riding, marksmanship and aerial hand-to-hand combat, Jorgen smiled to himself quietly, Engar-Tennur leaping about with one of the Nadders. ""Hopefully, this will help them to defend themselves better.""<br/><br/>Having received the news of the military aid from Caribica, Jorgen decided to send the President a letter of thanks. <br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: President Palma<br/><br/>I have successfully trained all 200 of your men in dragon riding and other forms of combat. They'll be some of the strongest men available.<br/><br/>I thank you for the men you are sending to us. I assure you that we will take good care of them.<br/><br/>- Jorgen III</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/>OOC: Fuck writing essays! I am not in fucking English class!</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC: No, you aren't, you are in Nationstates. This forum is for mature writers, not immature, easily-tempered one-liners.<br/><br/>That goes for Caribica."
5063,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=500,2014-12-12T01:40:00,Caribica,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">o</blockquote><blockquote><div><cite>Kingston-Atlantis <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22763692#p22763692"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Greater Weselton <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22763680#p22763680"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: Fuck writing essays! I am not in fucking English class!</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC: No, you aren't, you are in Nationstates. This forum is for mature writers, not immature, easily-tempered one-liners.<br/><br/>That goes for Caribica.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: Okay okay, sorry"
5064,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=500,2014-12-12T02:48:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote><div><cite>Greater Weselton <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22763680#p22763680"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22756606#p22756606"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: GW, could you write something at least 4 sentences long? One liners are forbidden.<br/>IC:<br/><br/>As the Arch-Demon swept down the streets of the village, soldiers firing at him with guns an crossbows desperately, the mayor huddled in a room, sending telegram after telegram to the King. In this case, Defence Minister Herbert Johann Schluckauf, the de-facto leader of Iceland in Jorgen's absence. Under his orders, Reykjavík was fortified on both sides, heavy cannons pointing at all sides of the city. <br/><br/>""With him still in Greenland, it might buy us some time...""<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>Elsa, Anna and Christopher, sitting at the dinner table with Def. Minister Schluckauf, quietly finished the rest of the grilled cod and asparagus souffle on their plates. Schluckauf explained the situation to them, that there was another dragon beast wreaking havoc in Greenland, and that it would have to be settled as well. Elsa added, ""Not to mention the fact that Malefor is currently stockpiling his armies. If he's able to unleash them all at once, we're going to be in a tight situation...""<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>With 200 men now proficient in dragon riding, marksmanship and aerial hand-to-hand combat, Jorgen smiled to himself quietly, Engar-Tennur leaping about with one of the Nadders. ""Hopefully, this will help them to defend themselves better.""<br/><br/>Having received the news of the military aid from Caribica, Jorgen decided to send the President a letter of thanks. <br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: President Palma<br/><br/>I have successfully trained all 200 of your men in dragon riding and other forms of combat. They'll be some of the strongest men available.<br/><br/>I thank you for the men you are sending to us. I assure you that we will take good care of them.<br/><br/>- Jorgen III</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/>OOC: Fuck writing essays! I am not in fucking English class!</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC: It's listed in the rules: No one liners! If you have to kick up an attitude about having to write at least a paragraph, please, either put more effort into your posts or don't post anymore."
5065,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=500,2014-12-12T03:06:00,Bunkeranlage,"OOC: The diacritics don't render, for some reason, so the Icelandic names aren't going to have any accents.<br/><br/>IC: With the production of cannons underway at Hofsjokull, ships under construction at Neskaupstadr and an overall fortification of the entire border, the island was finally safe. According to Jorgen's calculations, any enemy attempting to penetrate the defences would have to take more than a year to get past even just the maritime defence. To raid the island itself would take much more than that... in fact, it would take an Arch Demon...<br/><br/>As a preparation for his arrival, Reykjavik was installed with swivel guns all over the walls and heavy cannons everywhere. Watchtowers were erected in a circle around the city, with crossbows and cannons mounted in them. Dragon riders patrolled the perimeters of the city, ridding Iceland's territory of rogues and other enemy spies attempting to enter.<br/><br/>Jorgen himself would fly across the island frequently on Engar-Tennur's back, inspecting his nation's defences and visiting the troops everywhere."
5066,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=500,2014-12-12T03:15:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote><div><cite>Caribica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22759249#p22759249"">wrote</a>:</cite>General Joao Rodguiez approaches Schluckauf, salutes him and says ""President Palma wishes to commend King Jorgen and says his deeds will long be remembered in the halls of the republic. In the meantime, I have formed a plan to slay this dragon. Would you like to hear?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Do tell"", replied Schluckauf curiously. ""However, I don't think this is an appropriate place to share the... uh... plans."" He gestured at the other butlers and guests walkng around the reception room of the palace, before continuing, ""Follow me upstairs.""<br/><br/>The two went into the palace's telegraph room, closing the door behind them. With only Schluckauf, Rodriguez, a commodore and a telegraph operator, Schluckauf motioned to Rodriguez and asked him to sit down, pouring a glass of liquor for him. ""So... about this plan of yours..."""
5067,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=500,2014-12-12T05:20:00,Caribica,"After finishing the drink in one gulp Rodguiez says, ""A few years back the greatest problem the republic faced was piracy, rumors were spreading that the Pirates had gotten their filthy hands on an ironclad. Naturally we purchased 100 experimental armor-piercing shells for our navy. These rumors were false and the arms dealer had a strict no-refunds policy, so they've been sitting in some warehouse for the past five years. We believe these may be able to penetrate the Archdemons ""armor"" but as the shells were designed for a ships or a forts cannon and not field artillery we must lure him to the sea somehow. Once there I will have three of my best ships pelt the dragon with these rounds, then smaller dragons will strafe the gaps in his hide until he can no longer put up a fight. We will need full cooperation from you as the men you trained for us are inexperienced and need guides."""
5068,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=500,2014-12-12T06:24:00,Kingston-Atlantis,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Frankfurt, Greater Critellardon</span><br/><br/>The King stared intently at the plan marked on the scroll of the European map that the defence advisor had given to him. Berlin lay quietly in the east, while Frankfurt to the west... The map showed the detailed walls and guarded territories of Weselton.<br/><br/>""While... Their German borders are relatively well guarded, we plan to slowly conduct sabotage attacks on their cities thus gaining valuable resources as well as stopping trade and industry... should they realise our aggression, and declare war, it would be a perfect chance for us to engage from the east and north. Their navies are currently held up in the Denmark seas and thus their seaports are unguarded. If we block them off... trade will stop and ships will dock at Brewer instead of Eastern Germany..."" the defence advisor explained, pointing to the different cities at the map.<br/><br/>The King tapped his finger on his wooden table. He knew that it was a huge risk to undertake as the realisation of his deceitful attacks on Weselton may be misunderstood as a form of foreign aggression. And yet... There was a deep surge of nationalistic pride in his heart. He knew he had to do it. His forefathers had sought to reunite the German Empire once again. Since they have failed, he must not.<br/><br/>He slowly turned to his intelligence advisor. ""Ring up the Intel. Tell them to start [i]Operation Sabotage[/i ].""<br/><br/>Tomorrow. Tomorrow they shall reunite the fatherland. Tomorrow they shall spark the beginning of the Anschluss. Tomorrow, the better Germany will win.<br/><br/>For God and Critellardon."
5069,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=500,2014-12-12T12:52:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"OOC: Sorry I wasn't here yesterday, That's what happens when people make plans involving you without telling you and then you take your melatonin 3 hours earlier than normal.<br/>IC:<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Munitions Forge</span><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Cynder<br/>Your time is done but you are to remain on Munitions Forge Until Weselton falls, we need metal and weapons. <br/>Malefor</blockquote><br/>""Actually that gives me an idea to draw out Christopher and Elsa"" Malefor said.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">ATTENTION:<br/>MUNITIONS FORGE IS BEING SHUT DOWN FOR INVESTIGATION<br/>ANY AND ALL PERSONNEL SPOTTED WILL BE SENT TO CYNDER<br/>MALEFOR</blockquote><br/>""This is a chance to kill Cynder!"" said Christopher excitedly to Elsa."
5070,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=500,2014-12-12T13:55:00,20 Dragon Riders,"After the archdemon destroyed the village, he sent another message to the world.<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">to the world: MWAHAHAHA, I have warned you what would happen if you defied me. Now this world will be mine.</blockquote><br/>after he sent the message he flew toward rejalvek. Just then, another rift opened, just big enough for a few darkspawn."
5071,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=500,2014-12-12T14:28:00,Caribica,"<blockquote><div><cite>20 Dragon Riders <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22772119#p22772119"">wrote</a>:</cite>After the archdemon destroyed the village, he sent another message to the world.<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">to the world: MWAHAHAHA, I have warned you what would happen if you defied me. Now this world will be mine.</blockquote><br/>after he sent the message he flew toward rejalvek. Just then, another rift opened, just big enough for a few darkspawn.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: What are darkspawn?"
5072,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=500,2014-12-12T14:31:00,Caribica,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Dear King Jorgen,<br/>this new dragon is getting serious. I understand that the general assigned to the troops I sent has proposed a plan. I strongly urge you to put it into effect, it may be humanities last hope if this dragon intends to carry out his threats. In the meantime, there are some pretty good hotels in San Esperito.<br/>Sincerely, President Palma</blockquote>"
5073,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=500,2014-12-12T17:30:00,Caribica,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Dear Malefor,<br/>I know this may sound awkward coming from the man who denounced you as a coward but... we must ask you to set aside hostilities temporally. A dragon, named the Archdemon, has entered our universe from another and we need your aid. This dragon could have the potential to wipe out both of our races. We must work together as citizens of a dimension until this threat can be repelled.<br/>Sincerely, Tomas Palma</blockquote>"
5074,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=500,2014-12-12T17:37:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Caribica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22774509#p22774509"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Dear Malefor,<br/>I know this may sound awkward coming from the man who denounced you as a coward but... we must ask you to set aside hostilities temporally. A dragon, named the Archdemon, has entered our universe from another and we need your aid. This dragon could have the potential to wipe out both of our races. We must work together as citizens of a dimension until this threat can be repelled.<br/>Sincerely, Tomas Palma</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To Palma<br/>It would definitely be wise to eliminate him. I am doing everything in my power to find a way to stop him.<br/>Malefor</blockquote>"
5075,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=500,2014-12-12T18:38:00,Slenderman The CreepyPasta King,"The rift that opened was a few miles out of Rejelvek. And a small army of darkspawn came out of it. 50 of them. Including some genlock emmisarries. The darkspawn, being the war mongering race they are. Headed for the capitol, causing the plants around the road they were on start to wither. When they got a few miles closer 20 of them broke off from the main group and went left. Meanwhile the rift closed."
5076,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=500,2014-12-12T18:43:00,Bunkeranlage,"The Guards of the Wilderwest we're already informed of the arrival of the Dark Spawn. Heavy cannons were mounted along the outer walls of Reykjavík. As soon as they were spotted, shells pelted the roads, blasting some high into the sky. Mounted guards swooped down on Monstrous Nightmares, slashing at the intruders. Schluckauf himself, on the back of a magnificent Cloudjumper named Hegel, took a pistol and fired it, hitting one of the perpetrators.<br/><br/>""Hold them off! Stand firm!"""
5077,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=500,2014-12-12T20:10:00,Bunkeranlage,"Jorgen had, in the meantime, left the field where he had trained the 200 riders. He had been informed of the appearance of the new enemy. Riding his Night Fury back to the capital, the young king drew Inferno, activating its fiery blade and scouring the skies as the pitch dark dragon whooshed silently through the sky.<br/><br/>Even from high in the air, Jorgen was able to see his troops below, carting heavy cannons around, bringing groups of civilians into shelters. Policemen on iridescent blue Nadders tugged boxes of ammunition to the various watchtowers and outposts around the countryside.<br/><br/>""How did it come to this...?""<br/><br/>Their best hope would be to reach Goose Bay and to release the Blue Eyes..."
5078,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=525,2014-12-12T20:32:00,Slenderman The CreepyPasta King,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22775242#p22775242"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Guards of the Wilderwest we're already informed of the arrival of the Dark Spawn. Heavy cannons were mounted along the outer walls of Reykjavík. As soon as they were spotted, shells pelted the roads, blasting some high into the sky. Mounted guards swooped down on Monstrous Nightmares, slashing at the intruders. Schluckauf himself, on the back of a magnificent Cloudjumper named Hegel, took a pistol and fired it, hitting one of the perpetrators. <br/><br/>""Hold them off! Stand firm!""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The darkspawn didnt care about the few darkspawn that did die and continued forward. The darkspawn that was hit with the bullet continued on and some of its blood spattered everywhere. A hurlock emisary sent spell wisps to attack a lot of the soldiers and genlocks were firing their arrows. Just then the archdemon arrived at where the rift was."
5079,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=525,2014-12-13T01:01:00,Bunkeranlage,"Jorgen himself, flying above the air, was able to see the dark purple silhouette of the Arch Demon marching towards the outer fortifications of Reykjavík. Diving down, the young man patted the Night Fury affectionately.<br/><br/>""If we can distract him long enough, we might be able to get rid of his goons first!""<br/><br/>As the dragon dived, Jorgen hurled his fiery blade at the malefic dragon, slashing a burning line across his back. As the Arch Demon howled, Engar Tennur spat a blinding ball of blue fire, tearing into the demon'a body, before flying above the clouds , preparing for another strike...<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>Elsa and Christopher, despite being far from the conflict, were more than aware of what was taking place nine kilometers east. The former had crafted a new blade for herself in the forge of Reykjavík, putting ice powers in it and dubbing it the Ice Chimera. Christopher had equipped himself with a powerful sword that Jorgen had obtained in Uzbekistan but refrained from using; The Sword of Mountain. With these two powerful weapons, the couple strengthened Iceland's defenses further, adding to the effort against Malefor and the Arch Demon."
5080,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=525,2014-12-13T02:16:00,Caribica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Slenderman The CreepyPasta King <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22776372#p22776372"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22775242#p22775242"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Guards of the Wilderwest we're already informed of the arrival of the Dark Spawn. Heavy cannons were mounted along the outer walls of Reykjavík. As soon as they were spotted, shells pelted the roads, blasting some high into the sky. Mounted guards swooped down on Monstrous Nightmares, slashing at the intruders. Schluckauf himself, on the back of a magnificent Cloudjumper named Hegel, took a pistol and fired it, hitting one of the perpetrators. <br/><br/>""Hold them off! Stand firm!""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The darkspawn didnt care about the few darkspawn that did die and continued forward. The darkspawn that was hit with the bullet continued on and some of its blood spattered everywhere. A hurlock emisary sent spell wisps to attack a lot of the soldiers and genlocks were firing their arrows. Just then the archdemon arrived at where the rift was.</div></blockquote><br/>A Caribican regiment of foot reached the city outskirts with 2 Gatling guns, among these was young Private Paul Mendoza, ancestor of the modern president Salvador Mendoza, ""What in the hell are we fighting?"" He questioned to his friend ""Yer askin me?"" He replied. ""Halt!"" Screeched the Captain. In the meantime the artilley leftenant Yelled ""Artillery! Unlimber!"" The darkspawn then came over the hill, ""What the devil are those?"" Mendoza thought to himself. Just then, a mass of arrows came over the hill and struck 14 of them dead instantly, ""First row! Load Rifles!"" The captain yelled, ""Kneel!"" and just as the darkspawn got near, ""Fire!!!!!!!!!!!"" The artillery leftenant yelled this as well and the soldiers manning the Gatling guns started cranking the lever like a cheese grater back home, the Darkspawn was soon sprayed with bullets from the Gatling Guns and Breech loaded rifles. But would they halt?"
5081,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=525,2014-12-13T02:21:00,Caribica,"Meanwhile, the general prepared to put his plan into motion. a warrior class ironclad, with 42 guns, while it may not sound like much compared to the 200 gun ship earlier in the thread can still pack a punch, as it is loaded with HE And AP rounds, sat outside Reyjavek harbor along with 2 L'Ocean 12 gun Ironclads, ready to blast the Archdemon to kingdom come."
5082,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=525,2014-12-13T06:16:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"Malefor's army had arrived at the battlefield. THey were led by Cynder, and to everyone's surprise they were attacking the darkspawn. Apparently Malefor had ordered reinforcements to help defeat them.<br/><br/>""Hmm,this is an excellent sword, but it's missing something"" Christopher said. Then he pulled out the crystal that he had used on the previous two swords and it attached, giving it ""Just a boost"" of magical energy."
5083,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=525,2014-12-13T07:42:00,Caribica,"""There's the beastie."" Post-Captain Selva, commander of the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Revolución</span>, said as the Archdemon came into view. It was visibly shaken from its fight with King Jorgen, ""Give the order to the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Libertad</span>and the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Fraternidad</span>to fire on my command!"" He yelled to a midshipman on deck. He did so and after a few waves of a semaphore flag the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Revolucion</span>followed by the other ships opened fire on the archdemon with AP rounds, striking hard and penetrating the archdemons scales. A semaphore message was then given to Jorgen to finish it as the Caribican Dragon Riders flew out to aid their brothers in arms."
5084,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=525,2014-12-13T08:02:00,Slenderman The CreepyPasta King,"<blockquote><div><cite>Caribica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22780264#p22780264"">wrote</a>:</cite>""There's the beastie."" Post-Captain Selva, commander of the <span style=""font-style: italic"">Revolución</span>, said as the Archdemon came into view. It was visibly shaken from its fight with King Jorgen, ""Give the order to the <span style=""font-style: italic"">Libertad</span> and the <span style=""font-style: italic"">Fraternidad</span> to fire on my command!"" He yelled to a midshipman on deck. He did so and after a few waves of a semaphore flag the <span style=""font-style: italic"">Revolucion</span> followed by the other ships opened fire on the archdemon with AP rounds, striking hard and penetrating the archdemons scales. A semaphore message was then given to Jorgen to finish it as the Caribican Dragon Riders flew out to aid their brothers in arms.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The archdemon howled in pain but kept going. He roared and a vortex of purple fire ship and breathed purple fire on the incoming dragons. Meanwhile back at the battle of Rejilvek some more genlock emissarys came and sent magic lightning to strike Cynder and his people while arrows kept on raining up from the darkspawn's bows and crossbows. The darkspawn were hit from the bullets but they just stunned them for a second as some genlock rouges appeared behind some of the defenders on rejelvek's wallsand stabbed the defenders in the back."
5085,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=525,2014-12-13T09:23:00,Caribica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Slenderman The CreepyPasta King <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22780358#p22780358"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Caribica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22780264#p22780264"">wrote</a>:</cite>""There's the beastie."" Post-Captain Selva, commander of the <span style=""font-style: italic"">Revolución</span>, said as the Archdemon came into view. It was visibly shaken from its fight with King Jorgen, ""Give the order to the <span style=""font-style: italic"">Libertad</span> and the <span style=""font-style: italic"">Fraternidad</span> to fire on my command!"" He yelled to a midshipman on deck. He did so and after a few waves of a semaphore flag the <span style=""font-style: italic"">Revolucion</span> followed by the other ships opened fire on the archdemon with AP rounds, striking hard and penetrating the archdemons scales. A semaphore message was then given to Jorgen to finish it as the Caribican Dragon Riders flew out to aid their brothers in arms.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The archdemon howled in pain but kept going. He roared and a vortex of purple fire ship and breathed purple fire on the incoming dragons. Meanwhile back at the battle of Rejilvek some more genlock emissarys came and sent magic lightning to strike Cynder and his people while arrows kept on raining up from the darkspawn's bows and crossbows. The darkspawn were hit from the bullets but they just stunned them for a second as some genlock rouges appeared behind some of the defenders on rejelvek's wallsand stabbed the defenders in the back.</div></blockquote><br/>The fleet keeps up its barrage and pounds the archdemon with more shells, on land, the battle rages on as all 16,000 men engage the darkspawn. Armstrong Guns now bombard the Darkspawn with high explosive and shrapnel shot while gatling guns and infantry pump out lead like a clockwork machine. Cavalry flanks the main force to take out archers."
5086,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=525,2014-12-13T10:29:00,Slenderman The CreepyPasta King,"<blockquote><div><cite>Caribica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22780836#p22780836"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Slenderman The CreepyPasta King <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22780358#p22780358"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>The archdemon howled in pain but kept going. He roared and a vortex of purple fire ship and breathed purple fire on the incoming dragons. Meanwhile back at the battle of Rejilvek some more genlock emissarys came and sent magic lightning to strike Cynder and his people while arrows kept on raining up from the darkspawn's bows and crossbows. The darkspawn were hit from the bullets but they just stunned them for a second as some genlock rouges appeared behind some of the defenders on rejelvek's wallsand stabbed the defenders in the back.</div></blockquote><br/>The fleet keeps up its barrage and pounds the archdemon with more shells, on land, the battle rages on as all 16,000 men engage the darkspawn. Armstrong Guns now bombard the Darkspawn with high explosive and shrapnel shot while gatling guns and infantry pump out lead like a clockwork machine. Cavalry flanks the main force to take out archers.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Just then. 10 ogres came charging. 2 of them omegas. The ogres swatted the men out of the way while the hurlock emmisary flung ot spells left and right. Meanwhile in the sea battle, the archdemon was hit with the shells. Making it bleed gallons of the taint. Which is as black as oil. One ounce of the taint is enough to kill but the archdemon flew over the ships and the taint plummeted on the ships. As one shel went through its brain the archdemons body died. But the soal went to one of the ogre omegas. Changing that into the archdemon's new dragon body."
5087,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=525,2014-12-13T11:47:00,Caribica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Slenderman The CreepyPasta King <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22781354#p22781354"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Caribica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22780836#p22780836"">wrote</a>:</cite>The fleet keeps up its barrage and pounds the archdemon with more shells, on land, the battle rages on as all 16,000 men engage the darkspawn. Armstrong Guns now bombard the Darkspawn with high explosive and shrapnel shot while gatling guns and infantry pump out lead like a clockwork machine. Cavalry flanks the main force to take out archers.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Just then. 10 ogres came charging. 2 of them omegas. The ogres swatted the men out of the way while the hurlock emmisary flung ot spells left and right. Meanwhile in the sea battle, the archdemon was hit with the shells. Making it bleed gallons of the taint. Which is as black as oil. One ounce of the taint is enough to kill but the archdemon flew over the ships and the taint plummeted on the ships. As one shel went through its brain the archdemons body died. But the soal went to one of the ogre omegas. Changing that into the archdemon's new dragon body.</div></blockquote><br/>""What the living hell?"" Exclaimed an artillery leftenant upon hearing this news, ""Now he's over land? No matter, target him with HE shells, they won't penetrate his armor, but they will shatter his bones with the shock. As for the ogres, order the Gatling guns to pump their bodies with lead."""
5088,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=525,2014-12-13T12:01:00,Caribica,"""Dear Jesus."" Captain Selva exclaimed after witnessing the taint burn the bones off mens arms but leaving the deck unharmed, ""Midshipman Perez!"" he exclaimed, ""Yessir?"" Perez replied, ""Order the other ships to provide artillery support to our ground forces, HE shells."" Selva declared, ""Rightaway."" Perez said before ordering the watchman to send a message to the fort to send a message to General Rodguiez where he needed the support."
5089,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=525,2014-12-13T12:08:00,Greater Weselton,"The Duke of Weselton sent a message to Princess Anna:<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Princess Anna of Arendelle<br/>I have a desire to dance with you again. I feel that we had a good time together. You appeared to enjoy me and I enjoyed you. You are a nice young lady who is very pleasant to be around. Can we please dance again lady?<br/>Otto Friedrich, Duke of Weselton</blockquote>"
5090,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=525,2014-12-13T12:18:00,Slenderman The CreepyPasta King,"<blockquote><div><cite>Caribica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22782202#p22782202"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Slenderman The CreepyPasta King <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22781354#p22781354"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Just then. 10 ogres came charging. 2 of them omegas. The ogres swatted the men out of the way while the hurlock emmisary flung ot spells left and right. Meanwhile in the sea battle, the archdemon was hit with the shells. Making it bleed gallons of the taint. Which is as black as oil. One ounce of the taint is enough to kill but the archdemon flew over the ships and the taint plummeted on the ships. As one shel went through its brain the archdemons body died. But the soal went to one of the ogre omegas. Changing that into the archdemon's new dragon body.</div></blockquote><br/>""What the living hell?"" Exclaimed an artillery leftenant upon hearing this news, ""Now he's over land? No matter, target him with HE shells, they won't penetrate his armor, but they will shatter his bones with the shock. As for the ogres, order the Gatling guns to pump their bodies with lead.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The ogres kept charging. swatting the defenders out of the way and going for cynder. The other darkspawn sent arrows and magic to attack everyone else. The archdemon flew up and breathed fire on the gatling guns hoping to destroy them. He then flew behind Cynder and went to bite and tear her to pieces as his teeth are strong enough to bite through scales."
5091,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=525,2014-12-13T13:59:00,Caribica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Slenderman The CreepyPasta King <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22782539#p22782539"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Caribica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22782202#p22782202"">wrote</a>:</cite>""What the living hell?"" Exclaimed an artillery leftenant upon hearing this news, ""Now he's over land? No matter, target him with HE shells, they won't penetrate his armor, but they will shatter his bones with the shock. As for the ogres, order the Gatling guns to pump their bodies with lead.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The ogres kept charging. swatting the defenders out of the way and going for cynder. The other darkspawn sent arrows and magic to attack everyone else. The archdemon flew up and breathed fire on the gatling guns hoping to destroy them. He then flew behind Cynder andwent to bite him and tear him to pieces as his teeth are strong enough to bite through scales.</div></blockquote><br/>""Damn!"" General Rodguiez exclaimed, "" Order all units to retreat to the city walls, telegram command, we need to double the troops here!"" He said as an operator sent out the orders to high command in a room at the Caribican Embassy in Reyjavek.<br/>In the meantime, one last cavalry charge was ordered, 300 Sabre cavalry, 300 dragoons and 150 mounted infantry rode out to hold the darkspawn back."
5092,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=525,2014-12-13T14:09:00,Caribica,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Dear queen Elsa of Arendelle,<br/>I understand you're planning to kill Cynder, servant of Malefor. on account of the Republic of Caribica and the Dragon Realms Empire being temporary allies we cannot aid you at this moment but expect to hear from me soon<br/>Sincerely, Colonel Victor Cologne</blockquote><br/>In the meantime HE rounds smashed down on the Archdemon, breaking several of his bones from shock."
5093,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=525,2014-12-13T14:19:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Slenderman The CreepyPasta King <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22782539#p22782539"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Caribica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22782202#p22782202"">wrote</a>:</cite>""What the living hell?"" Exclaimed an artillery leftenant upon hearing this news, ""Now he's over land? No matter, target him with HE shells, they won't penetrate his armor, but they will shatter his bones with the shock. As for the ogres, order the Gatling guns to pump their bodies with lead.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The ogres kept charging. swatting the defenders out of the way and going for cynder. The other darkspawn sent arrows and magic to attack everyone else. The archdemon flew up and breathed fire on the gatling guns hoping to destroy them. He then flew behind Cynder andwent to bite him and tear him to pieces as his teeth are strong enough to bite through scales.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: Cynder is female."
5094,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=525,2014-12-13T14:25:00,Slenderman The CreepyPasta King,"<blockquote><div><cite>Caribica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22783614#p22783614"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Slenderman The CreepyPasta King <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22782539#p22782539"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>The ogres kept charging. swatting the defenders out of the way and going for cynder. The other darkspawn sent arrows and magic to attack everyone else. The archdemon flew up and breathed fire on the gatling guns hoping to destroy them. He then flew behind Cynder andwent to bite him and tear him to pieces as his teeth are strong enough to bite through scales.</div></blockquote><br/>""Damn!"" General Rodguiez exclaimed, "" Order all units to retreat to the city walls, telegram command, we need to double the troops here!"" He said as an operator sent out the orders to high command in a room at the Caribican Embassy in Reyjavek.<br/>In the meantime, one last cavalry charge was ordered, 300 Sabre cavalry, 300 dragoons and 150 mounted infantry rode out to hold the darkspawn back.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The taint in the archdemon's body healed the broken bones. The darkspawn lost 5 more troops but as the heartless, soulless, warmongering beasts they are, held no care for the fallen as they dispatched the defenders that were not retreating. The archdemon stepped on Cynder's neck, crushing her bones. ""MWAHAHAHAHA!!!! THIS DIMENSION SHALL BE MINE!!!"" the archdemon roared as he crushed Cynder's throat, intending to kill her."
5095,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=525,2014-12-13T14:33:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Slenderman The CreepyPasta King <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22783933#p22783933"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Caribica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22783614#p22783614"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Damn!"" General Rodguiez exclaimed, "" Order all units to retreat to the city walls, telegram command, we need to double the troops here!"" He said as an operator sent out the orders to high command in a room at the Caribican Embassy in Reyjavek.<br/>In the meantime, one last cavalry charge was ordered, 300 Sabre cavalry, 300 dragoons and 150 mounted infantry rode out to hold the darkspawn back.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The taint in the archdemon's body healed the broken bones. The darkspawn lost 5 more troops but as the heartless, soulless, warmongering beasts they are, held no care for the fallen as they dispatched the defenders that were not retreating. The archdemon stepped on Cynder's neck, crushing her bones. ""MWAHAHAHAHA!!!! THIS DIMENSION SHALL BE MINE!!!"" the archdemon roared as he crushed Cynder's throat, intending to kill her.</div></blockquote><br/>It was then that Malefor himself appeared. He rammed into the archdemon.<br/><br/>And then this created conflicting feelings among those there: Kill Malefor, or the Archdemon?"
5096,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=525,2014-12-13T14:36:00,Slenderman The CreepyPasta King,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Dragon Realms Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22784049#p22784049"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Slenderman The CreepyPasta King <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22783933#p22783933"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>The taint in the archdemon's body healed the broken bones. The darkspawn lost 5 more troops but as the heartless, soulless, warmongering beasts they are, held no care for the fallen as they dispatched the defenders that were not retreating. The archdemon stepped on Cynder's neck, crushing her bones. ""MWAHAHAHAHA!!!! THIS DIMENSION SHALL BE MINE!!!"" the archdemon roared as he crushed Cynder's throat, intending to kill her.</div></blockquote><br/>It was then that Malefor himself appeared. He rammed into the archdemon. <br/><br/>And then this created conflicting feelings among those there: Kill Malefor, or the Archdemon?</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The archdemon recovered from the ramming and got up, towering over Malefor by 10 feet. He rushed Malefor faking a flame spew then went to summon for a fire column to go down on Malefor. An ogre charged up to malefor and rammed into him horns first."
5097,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=525,2014-12-13T14:59:00,Caribica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Slenderman The CreepyPasta King <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22784096#p22784096"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Dragon Realms Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22784049#p22784049"">wrote</a>:</cite>It was then that Malefor himself appeared. He rammed into the archdemon. <br/><br/>And then this created conflicting feelings among those there: Kill Malefor, or the Archdemon?</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The archdemon recovered from the ramming and got up, towering over Malefor by 10 feet. He rushed Malefor faking a flame spew then went to summon for a fire column to go down on Malefor. An ogre charged up to malefor and rammed into him horns first.</div></blockquote><br/>Caribican Carbine Cavalry then charged, pelting the Archdemon and the ogre with bullets, a lucky shot took out one of the ogres eyes."
5098,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=525,2014-12-13T15:03:00,Slenderman The CreepyPasta King,"<blockquote><div><cite>Caribica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22784418#p22784418"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Slenderman The CreepyPasta King <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22784096#p22784096"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>The archdemon recovered from the ramming and got up, towering over Malefor by 10 feet. He rushed Malefor faking a flame spew then went to summon for a fire column to go down on Malefor. An ogre charged up to malefor and rammed into him horns first.</div></blockquote><br/>Caribican Carbine Cavalry then charged, pelting the Archdemon and the ogre with bullets, a lucky shot took out one of the ogres eyes.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The Ogre with now one eye charged at the calverley, it's eye starting to reform thanks to it's taint. It smashed into the horses and grabbed some riders, crushing their bones like they were twigs. Some hurlocks got in lucky shots that penetrated some of the soldier's chests, hitting their hearts. Meanwhile the bullets fired at the archdemon just bounced off his scales."
5099,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=525,2014-12-13T16:19:00,Caribica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Slenderman The CreepyPasta King <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22784469#p22784469"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Caribica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22784418#p22784418"">wrote</a>:</cite>Caribican Carbine Cavalry then charged, pelting the Archdemon and the ogre with bullets, a lucky shot took out one of the ogres eyes.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The Ogre with now one eye charged at the calverley, it's eye starting to reform thanks to it's taint. It smashed into the horses and grabbed some riders, crushing their bones like they were twigs. Some hurlocks got in lucky shots that penetrated some of the soldier's chests, hitting their hearts. Meanwhile the bullets fired at the archdemon just bounced off his scales.</div></blockquote><br/>The soldiers fall back to Reyjavek and mount the artillery on the walls. President Palma himself escorts 16,000 reinforcements to the city. He declares his intent to share a meal with King Jorgen and the governments in exile based in Iceland."
5100,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=525,2014-12-13T16:32:00,Caribica,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Dear King Felix of Critadellon and Kaiser Wilhem of Weselton,<br/>I must ask the both of you to set aside your differences for a far greater threat is at hand, in Iceland, a dragon known as the Archdemon has arisen and levied an army of demonic beings. This is not the preservation of a culture like your conflict, this is the preservation of a species, our species, if we can't stop the Archdemon in Iceland, who's to say we can stop him anywhere else? I therefore must ask for millitary support from both your nations.<br/>Sincerely, President Tomas Palma</blockquote>"
5101,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=525,2014-12-13T18:24:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote><div><cite>Greater Weselton <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22782455#p22782455"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Duke of Weselton sent a message to Princess Anna:<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Princess Anna of Arendelle<br/>I have a desire to dance with you again. I feel that we had a good time together. You appeared to enjoy me and I enjoyed you. You are a nice young lady who is very pleasant to be around. Can we please dance again lady?<br/>Otto Friedrich, Duke of Weselton</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Mr Friedrich,<br/><br/>After you tried to murder my sister? No, not by a long shot.<br/><br/>Already, I am risking my life trying to write this message to you, now that Arendelle has been handed over to Malefor by the Shadow Magus.<br/><br/>Furthermore, I am already engaged to another man: Siegmund Fellschäder, another Weseltonian duke who has been stranded here in Oslo.<br/><br/>Yours Truly,<br/><br/>Krönprinzessin Anna Felixsson, Arendelle</blockquote>"
5102,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=525,2014-12-13T18:32:00,Slenderman The CreepyPasta King,"<blockquote><div><cite>Caribica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22785615#p22785615"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Slenderman The CreepyPasta King <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22784469#p22784469"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>The Ogre with now one eye charged at the calverley, it's eye starting to reform thanks to it's taint. It smashed into the horses and grabbed some riders, crushing their bones like they were twigs. Some hurlocks got in lucky shots that penetrated some of the soldier's chests, hitting their hearts. Meanwhile the bullets fired at the archdemon just bounced off his scales.</div></blockquote><br/>The soldiers fall back to Reyjavek and mount the artillery on the walls. President Palma himself escorts 16,000 reinforcements to the city. He declares his intent to share a meal with King Jorgen and the governments in exile based in Iceland.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">at the order of 20 dragon riders base</span></span><br/><br/>Anthony got word of a strange dragon that had demonic beings as an army. He summoned the rest of the order and flew to Rejelvek. That's where they saw the arch demon. Anthony and his dragon Monchon went down to attack and the archdemon blew fire on them. Burning Anthony and almost killing him as he fell off Monchon,""GAH!!!"" when he slammed to the ground he was barely alive. The archdemon did the same to the rest of the order. Then he took off INTO the city after he pounced onto Malefor's back and slamming his head to the ground, putting pressure on it. The ogre knocked down the city gates and the darkspawn serged in, killing every baby, kid and teenager. While capturing some men to have them do work for them and women to turn them into brood mothers to make more darkspawn."
5103,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=550,2014-12-13T18:39:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Slenderman The CreepyPasta King <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22787317#p22787317"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Caribica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22785615#p22785615"">wrote</a>:</cite>The soldiers fall back to Reyjavek and mount the artillery on the walls. President Palma himself escorts 16,000 reinforcements to the city. He declares his intent to share a meal with King Jorgen and the governments in exile based in Iceland.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">at the order of 20 dragon riders base</span></span><br/><br/>Anthony got word of a strange dragon that had demonic beings as an army. He summoned the rest of the order and flew to Rejelvek. That's where they saw the arch demon. Anthony and his dragon Monchon went down to attack and the archdemon blew fire on them. Burning Anthony and almost killing him as he fell off Monchon,""GAH!!!"" when he slammed to the ground he was barely alive. The archdemon did the same to the rest of the order. Then he took off INTO the city after he pounced onto Malefor's back and slamming his head to the ground, putting pressure on it. The ogre knocked down the city gates and the darkspawn serged in, killing every baby, kid and teenager. While capturing some men to have them do work for them and women to turn them into brood mothers to make more darkspawn.</div></blockquote><br/>A sphere of energy appeared around Malefor. It was just enough to force the archdemon back quite a distance. Then a roar, and the sphere blew."
5104,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=550,2014-12-13T18:42:00,Slenderman The CreepyPasta King,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Dragon Realms Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22787401#p22787401"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Slenderman The CreepyPasta King <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22787317#p22787317"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">at the order of 20 dragon riders base</span></span><br/><br/>Anthony got word of a strange dragon that had demonic beings as an army. He summoned the rest of the order and flew to Rejelvek. That's where they saw the arch demon. Anthony and his dragon Monchon went down to attack and the archdemon blew fire on them. Burning Anthony and almost killing him as he fell off Monchon,""GAH!!!"" when he slammed to the ground he was barely alive. The archdemon did the same to the rest of the order. Then he took off INTO the city after he pounced onto Malefor's back and slamming his head to the ground, putting pressure on it. The ogre knocked down the city gates and the darkspawn serged in, killing every baby, kid and teenager. While capturing some men to have them do work for them and women to turn them into brood mothers to make more darkspawn.</div></blockquote><br/>A sphere of energy appeared around Malefor. It was just enough to force the archdemon back quite a distance. Then a roar, and the sphere blew.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>the archdemon smiled a sadistic smile and said,""MWAHAHA, you are the only good fight i had in centuries, but you cant kill me, no one here can, you can just kill my body."" Then he flew to Malefor fast and swiped him with his claws, cutting into the enemy dragon's skin."
5105,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=550,2014-12-13T19:08:00,Greater Weselton,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22787223#p22787223"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Greater Weselton <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22782455#p22782455"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Duke of Weselton sent a message to Princess Anna:<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Princess Anna of Arendelle<br/>I have a desire to dance with you again. I feel that we had a good time together. You appeared to enjoy me and I enjoyed you. You are a nice young lady who is very pleasant to be around. Can we please dance again lady?<br/>Otto Friedrich, Duke of Weselton</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Mr Friedrich,<br/><br/>After you tried to murder my sister? No, not by a long shot.<br/><br/>Already, I am risking my life trying to write this message to you, now that Arendelle has been handed over to Malefor by the Shadow Magus.<br/><br/>Furthermore, I am already engaged to another man: Siegmund Fellschäder, another Weseltonian duke who has been stranded here in Oslo.<br/><br/>Yours Truly,<br/><br/>Krönprinzessin Anna Felixsson, Arendelle</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Princess Anna of Arendelle<br/>Do you not remember the good time we had together? I danced with you like an agile peacock and a chicken with the face of a monkey. They don't call me the Little Dipper for nothing. I made you enjoy yourself. I also thoroughly enjoyed our dance. I did not try to murder your sister. I just tried to eliminate her for the good of the people because I thought her powers were demonic. I now understand her powers came from God. Will you dance with me lady?<br/>Otto Friedrich, Duke of Weselton</blockquote>"
5106,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=550,2014-12-13T20:30:00,Oceasian Scandinavia,"Change of plans, change of plans, and even more change of plans. After days, even weeks of thinking, the decision is made to cancel the attack on Weselton. Instead, the navy is pulled back to reorganize, and then invade the southern tip of Greenland. The area is either not controlled by any country involved in the war, or is under the rule of Iceland. Johannesen deduces that the Icelandic armed forces are concentrated on the Norwegian Sea, thus making it easy to attack Greenland, regardless of the ironic name for both Iceland and Greenland. 10 suicide brigs are sent towards Reykjavik, in order to fool the Icelandic navy into thinking the OS navy will attack the city again. Besides, they probably have the entire city fortified by now.<br/><br/>The country hasn't got much news of the situation in Europe in the past week, due to budget relocation, rendering OS blind. As far as anyone in the country's concerned, Iceland could've been conquered by Malefor by now. Or, even worse, another giant monster has been released. And to know this, the Kraken is once again controlled by the Borostis, sent to the Icelandic coasts. The creature will also accompany the suicide brigs on their journey to Iceland.<br/><br/>Soon, the plan is in motion. The suicide brigs left Torshavn at sundown. Before their departure, a farewell party is held at the port, to say goodbye to the crew members of the brigs, before their one-way journey. Johannesen himself is present at the party. He feels a little bit guilty for sending them to their deaths, but he feels that it's the best for the country. At sundown, the brigs, along with the Kraken, departed. Soon, at 1930 hours, the 1st fleet, consisting of mostly frigates and flagships, also set off from the port. Of course, the new and shiny ONS<span style=""font-style: italic"">Ingenia</span>isn't part of the fleet, due to budget reasons. Johannesen insisted to board the now-repaired<span style=""font-style: italic"">Indominus</span>, as he loves being in the battlefield. The 2nd fleet is due to depart from the port at 2230 hours, and ships that survived the Battle of Reykjavik without a scratch will be a huge part of the fleet."
5107,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=550,2014-12-14T00:25:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">TO: Otto Friedrich<br/><br/>I would like to point out that there is large scale conflict going on at the moment, and there will be a better time for you to satisfy your fetish for me.<br/><br/>Yours Sincerely, <br/><br/>Krönprinzessin Anna Felixsson, Arendelle</blockquote><br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>As the Dark Spawn breached the first defences of the city, the Guards of the Wilderwest were deployed. Riding on the backs of Skullcrusher dragons, the heavily armoured guards charged at the invading Dark Spawn troops, assaulting them with maces, spears and long swords, while Wilderwest marksmen fired at them with light artillery from the second base.<br/><br/>Jorgen, having destroyed the Arch Demon's body, made his way back to Asgard Castle. The grand palace remained unmolested by enemy troops, the faithful Palace Guardians protecting the hallowed building with a fiery zeal. Engar-Tennur, flying over the Dark Spawn on the road, fired a plasma bolt at the enemies below before continuing on his original path back to the palace.<br/><br/>The young king's gun makers in the caves near Hofsjökull had produced gargantuan quantities of heavy guns, many of which were moved to Iceland's colonies, Greenland and Svalbard. ""These guns protected us during the Battle of Reykjavík"", Jorgen said to his men, ""and they will continue to protect us.""<br/><br/>The ship builders had built over 120 new warships in the month that had passed since the Battle. Led by the colossal 140 gunner ISS<span style=""font-style: italic"">Imperium Finlandia</span>, the new navy was as powerful as ever. Dragon breeders worked tirelessly to get more muscular dragons, and weapon makers did the same, making lighter and stronger weapons for the soldiers of Iceland.<br/><br/>Greenland's shipbuilders, as well as Svalbard's, were building a second and third fleet for themselves, on orders from Defence Minister Herbert Schluckauf. It was decided that all three of Iceland's colonies would need defending, particularly Greenland, which the Arch Demon had ravaged just a week ago. Long range cannons were installed in Nuuk, allowing them to hit ships from far, just like Reykjavík. The island of Bjørnøya near Svalbard was captured by Icelandic troops, driving out the DRE men stationed there. With the strategic island under their control, the Icelanders were able to watch Arendelle for any signs of aggression."
5108,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=550,2014-12-14T00:44:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Christoph Felix V,<br/><br/>With two demon lords unleashed in Europe, I believe our only hope of survival is to release the Blue-Eyes White Dragon. If you are able to meet me in Goose Bay, please, do so immediately. I understand that you are currently undergoing internal strife in Critellardon, so I will do my best to hold off for now, until you are available again.<br/><br/>Yours Truly,<br/><br/>Jorgen III Ólafsson</blockquote>"
5109,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=550,2014-12-14T01:59:00,Caribica,"Caribican troops evacuate the city for the open ocean with every man woman or child they find and await orders from Jorgen as he has the final say on what happens to his people<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Dear King Jorgen,<br/>After reading up on these creatures, I am afraid that in a few weeks Iceland will have become a literal hell on earth. I advise allowing us to move the some 20,000 civilians we rescued to Caribica, I believe this is a good idea because the Archdemon will likely find our tropical climate inhospitable. My sincere apologies for not being able to hold back these forces of hell.<br/>Sincerely, President Palma</blockquote>"
5110,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=550,2014-12-14T02:13:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote><div><cite>Caribica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22791309#p22791309"">wrote</a>:</cite>Caribican troops evacuate the city for the open ocean with every man woman or child they find and await orders from Jorgen as he has the final say on what happens to his people<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Dear King Jorgen,<br/>After reading up on these creatures, I am afraid that in a few weeks Iceland will have become a literal hell on earth. I advise allowing us to move the some 20,000 civilians we rescued to Caribica, I believe this is a good idea because the Archdemon will likely find our tropical climate inhospitable. My sincere apologies for not being able to hold back these forces of hell.<br/>Sincerely, President Palma</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC: Phone posting<br/><br/>IC:<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">President Palma,<br/><br/>Yes, please do whatever is within your power to help. While most of our civilians have moved to Svalbard already, we cannot put them all there.<br/><br/>Jorgen III</blockquote>"
5111,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=550,2014-12-14T02:23:00,Caribica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22791388#p22791388"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Caribica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22791309#p22791309"">wrote</a>:</cite>Caribican troops evacuate the city for the open ocean with every man woman or child they find and await orders from Jorgen as he has the final say on what happens to his people<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Dear King Jorgen,<br/>After reading up on these creatures, I am afraid that in a few weeks Iceland will have become a literal hell on earth. I advise allowing us to move the some 20,000 civilians we rescued to Caribica, I believe this is a good idea because the Archdemon will likely find our tropical climate inhospitable. My sincere apologies for not being able to hold back these forces of hell.<br/>Sincerely, President Palma</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC: Phone posting<br/><br/>IC:<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">President Palma,<br/><br/>Yes, please do whatever is within your power to help. While most of our civilians have moved to Svalbard already, we cannot put them all there.<br/><br/>Jorgen III</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Dear King Jorgen III<br/>Thank you for trusting my judgement, they will be relocated in their own communities to the Gran Nublado Montanas Province, the province in Caribica that most resembles Iceland thanks to the cold tempatures caused by the high altitudes. They will be granted dual citizenship and basic Spanish lessons and will stay until this crisis is resolved, let's pray that darkspawn can't swim.<br/>Sincerely, President Palma</blockquote>"
5112,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=550,2014-12-14T03:53:00,Oceasian Scandinavia,"The brigs, now off the coasts of Reykjavik, begins searching for easy targets. It's currently nighttime. Within minutes, a small fishing boat is found. Within 15 minutes, that fishing boat is no more. The brigs easily destroyed it, and the Kraken isn't even doing anything yet. Crew members can see that the city is now fortified (but still damaged), making it virtually impossible for the OS navy to invade it again. But that's currently irrelevant. Nevertheless, ONS<span style=""font-style: italic"">Tangdus</span>sent a letter to ONS<span style=""font-style: italic"">Indominus</span>, informing them of this breaking news.<br/><br/>""Sir, we have news that Reykjavik is now fortified. What should we do?"" the commander asks.<br/>""Just relax. Reykjavik is now irrelevant to us. What matters now is capturing the southern tip of Greenland."" Johannesen said.<br/><br/>The 1st fleet is still very far away from Greenland. The trip is more dangerous than expected, as thunderstorms ravaged the ocean surrounding the fleet. No fleet this size has ever make it from the Faroe Islands to Greenland in one piece. And in the midst of the chaos, the large box containing the Borostis and it's instructions nearly fell to the edge of the ship. Johannesen tries as hard as he can to get it back in his hands. However, the box fell into the water. Johannesen himself also fell overboard. The box slowly begins to sink into the ocean. Johannesen still tries to get it back, even though it could cost him his life. Moments later, the water beside the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Indominus</span>exploded, throwing Johannesen more than 50 feet into the air, unconscious.<br/><br/>Johannesen is spotted, floating overboard. He was eventually rescued by the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Indominus</span>. When asked how did he fell overboard and why does the water suddenly explode, he doesn't give a response. However, in his mind, he smiled. He knew something everyone else doesn't."
5113,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=550,2014-12-14T04:26:00,Bunkeranlage,"0120<br/><br/>That night in Reykjavík was just another typical night, the Auroras dancing about and a gentle breeze whipped up. Before long, however, the peace was broken as one of the watchtowers flashed a signal to the port.<br/><br/>""Oceasian ships spotted along the coastline- 10""<br/><br/>With that signal in, the port soldiers scurried out of their bunks, manning the long range guns mounted around the city's walls. Jorgen himself had ordered the butlers to wake him up in such a situation, and that was what they did. WIthin moments, a sleek, yet muscular Night Fury landed on a jetty at the port. Jorgen, dressed in a loose evening gown, jumped off, a pistol in his belt. As soon as he landed, he flicked his fingers. 16 booms filled the air as 16 long range shells fired, sinking two of the brigs and damaging three of the others.<br/><br/>""It's not likely that they'd attack us just like that. Johanessen is a master strategist, he's most likely up to something. Don't kill them all. Capture some!""<br/><br/>4 ships were deployed, including the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Tannhaäuser</span>. With that, the cannons ceased their firing as the Icelandic vessels proceeded to sink the remaining Oceasian brigs, but not before picking up 9 men as prisoners, includingthe captain of one of the ships.<br/><br/>""Hopefully, we can get them to tell us what Johanessen is up to. He sent them to their deaths knowingly, so if we make them comfortable, they'll hopefully defect..."""
5114,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=550,2014-12-14T05:45:00,Oceasian Scandinavia,"Richard Locke, captain of the now-sunk<span style=""font-style: italic"">Tangdus</span>, and the other survivors are now being held hostage on the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Tannhaäuser</span>by the Icelanders. He knows that there can only be one reason they're taking hostages. Information. More specifically, Johannesen's plans. He must prevent the other 8 survivors from telling the Icelanders. These men were willingly sent to die, but there's always gonna be that instinct for survival. However, Johannesen already has a plan set up in this situation, and all of the survivors know it. However, they must escape from the ship. Locke begins attacking one of the crew members with everything he can. Of course, being a hostage, he can't really do much. The other survivors begins to do the same thing. However, the Icelanders have their guns pointed at the survivors. Locke than plays his ace card.<br/><br/>""Let us free to walk around the ship, or we'll jump off!"" Locke shouted."
5115,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=550,2014-12-14T05:50:00,Bunkeranlage,"The captain of the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Tannhäuser</span>, Ranélid Jansson, took his sword and went down below deck to speak to the prisoners. ""So... You lot are aware of what PM Johannesen is up to, don't you? I should like to inform you that if you jump off, my marksmen can shoot you right this instant. However, I will allow you to walk around the ship as you will, though we're going to bring you to the shore...""<br/><br/>Jorgen had signalled the ships, telling them to bring the prisoners to the port. ""I myself will speak to them...""<br/><br/>Within minutes, the four Icelandic warships had docked at the enormous port, bringing the eight men into a detention building behind the wall. Jorgen was in there, as was Schluckauf and a few other generals.<br/><br/>""Now"", Schluckauf said. ""We're not going to torture you. We're just going to ask you very very nicely; What is our PM up to?"""
5116,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=550,2014-12-14T06:01:00,Oceasian Scandinavia,"""Well, that's a rather easy question. However, how do you know if our answer is right? As far as you know, we could be fooling you into wasting your military forces on a battle that was never going to happen in the first place."" Locke said.<br/>""So, you know what? I'm not going to answer your question. And in fact, neither will the others. You can torture and kill us, and we still won't answer your question.""<br/><br/>At one of the ports of the city, the situation looks quiet. A drunk fisherman sits on his boat, just sitting there like a lunatic. There was no one in that port except for him. However, the silence was about to be broken. In less than a second, something grabbed him and drowned him. A small puddle of blood formed, far away from the now-abandoned boat. And now, the boat slowly started moving towards the place where the survivors are being interrogated. Well, at least near it.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, Johannesen and his fleet are now 50 miles away from the southern tip of Greenland. The fleet is already preparing for a battle. One that can be easily won."
5117,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=550,2014-12-14T06:10:00,Bunkeranlage,"""Very well."" Jorgen left the room, coat tails flowing in the night wind. He ordered the men to lock the prisoners up, but also to give them food, mulled wine and fresh, dry clothes. Something had caught the attention of the watchmen. As Jorgen climbed onto Engar-Tennur's back, he looked out at the vast, open ocean and aw a great tentacle rise up and seize a boat, dragging it down.<br/><br/>""The Kraken!"" Jorgen flew up to the higher level of the port. ""I knew Johannesen was up to something! However, we're better prepared now!"" With an almost unlimited supply of ammunition, Reykjavík could last for ages. The artillery was turned, and eventually fired, hitting the Kraken. Before long, more shells flew from the long range guns, some hitting the beast as well. As the giant squid thrashed about in the water, Jorgen took off, flying high over the scene. Just then, Engar-Tennur dived, spitting a plasma bolt at the underwater monster. The bolt travelled through the water before hitting the beast and sending a great gush of water flying into the air. As the guns prepared for another round of fire, Jorgen landed on the ground briefly, saying to Schluckauf, ""Take command of the troops here! I have other things to attend to!""<br/><br/>With that, the King flew off to the other side of Reykjavík, where a bloody battle was taking place between the Dark Spawn and the Guards of the Wilderwest."
5118,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=550,2014-12-14T06:24:00,Oceasian Scandinavia,"""Great, now we're locked up in this building! With no way to get out of here! Wait. Is this building close to the ocean?"" Locke said.<br/><br/>Suddenly, the ground shook. And again. And again. It was at this time that the ceiling begins to crack. They tried to find out where the Kraken is. The walls close to the ocean begins to crack as well. Locke and the other survivors tries to find everything in the room that can be used to destroy the wall. But they quickly ran out of things. The Kraken smashes it's tentacles into the building again, this time, it virtually destroyed the wall of the room. The survivors escaped the building, trying to avoid gunfire from the guards. Locke himself took out one of them, and uses his gun to fire at the other guards. The Kraken destroys a few of the artillery cannons. However, most of them still stands strong, too far away from the ocean to be smashed by the creature. Nevertheless, the survivors make it into the ocean, got on board the fisherman's ship that is intentionally left alone by the Kraken, and slowly set off into the ocean. The Kraken submerges beneath the waves, safe from the cannons. The Kraken also helped with the speed of the boat. Now, they're leaving Reykjavik, and back to the Faroe Islands."
5119,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=550,2014-12-14T06:32:00,Bunkeranlage,"""Sh*t!"" Schluckauf dashed to the stables, jumping on the back of a Monstrous Nightmare. ""Those little rotters are getting away. I'm going after them!"" Grabbing two sabres, the Defence Minister flew towards the fishing boat, jumping off and landing on the poop deck, slashing one of his swords and killing the man standing at the wheel. The Monstrous Nightmare fired, setting fire to the sloop's sails, before landing on the deck and snarling at the remaining men. ""You were planning to have this monster come back, weren't you?""<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>The Kraken, having gone back underwater, was safe from the long range guns. The artillery, however, would still be able to hit it. Divisional commanders barked out orders to fire at the underwater beast as the ships were deployed. One man-of-war, ISS<span style=""font-style: italic"">Þorsston</span>, had been equipped with a special weapon just to counter the beast. As the Kraken tried to slink its way back to Reykjavík's jetties, the ship discharged its weapon. A thick metal pole rose from a hole in the deck of the ship before plummeting down and slamming the bottom, sending shockwaves that caused the beast to resurface, only to be shot at with the guns."
5120,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=550,2014-12-14T06:52:00,Oceasian Scandinavia,"Locke pointed his gun at Schluckauf. The Kraken put out the fire on the boat with ease, and is also trying to catch the Monstrous Nightmare. However, the creature is trying hard not to get shot by artillery fire. The solution is to get very far into the ocean. In fact, they're already very near the safe zone.<br/><br/>""No, you can't do that."" Locke said, pointing his gun at Schluckauf's head.<br/><br/>The Kraken grabs the Icelander with one of it's tentacles, sending him flying up in the air, and down towards the sea. The dragon flies away from the ship. Locke thought about how exciting the past few hours are. The last of the artillery shots hit the Kraken, which causes the creature to go a bit mental, and almost sunk the ship. Of course, it didn't, now that they're safe from the Icelandic navy. However, Locke wouldn't judge the mission as being successful. The damage isn't that big, and they were easily spotted by the guards. However, he also wondered about the ""Dark Spawn"" that is said to have been unleashed, and is currently battling against the guards at Reykjavik. He sent a letter to the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Indominus</span>to inform them about this news.<br/><br/>""Dark Spawn, huh? I could've sworn i heard of those things before, but i can't wrap my head around it. Well, they're destroying Reykjavik, which is a good thing for us, so eh."" Johannesen said.<br/><br/>They never actually expected the cities in Greenland to be fortified. But they're not attacking a city. However, this will still bring problems for future invasions.<br/><br/>The 2nd fleet is now following close behind. ONS<span style=""font-style: italic"">Ingenia</span>, a ship that can only be built at that size, is with the fleet. The ship will be used as a last resort weapon against the Icelanders if they ever get to invade Nuuk.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, the country has declared a state of neutrality in case of a war between Weselton and Critellardon."
5121,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=550,2014-12-14T06:58:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"Malefor's army continued to fight the archdemon and the darkspawn, to Christopher and Elsa's surprise.<br/>""Elsa, As crazy as this may sound, we have to help Malefor. Wow, I can't believe I just said that.""<br/><br/>Meanwhile<br/>Munitions Forge continued to mine steel and Manufacture weapons. That was all that could be done. And they work faster. With the fall of Tall Plains they had to give up a lot of food to the army and the workers were weak from hunger. Gaul's fleet had stopped there to pick up some of the new weapons but other than that they were alone, and unprotected. They eventually resolved to rise up against Malefor."
5122,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=550,2014-12-14T07:02:00,Bunkeranlage,"Schluckauf screamed, flying through the air before plummeting down into the water. As he swam about under the water, he saw the Kraken in its hideous and enormous entirety, the first of the Icelanders to do so. While the giant squid was distracted by the artillery, Schluckauf climbed back onto the jetty, making his way angrily to the artillery. Grabbing a torch, he loaded the gun and fired, smashing the fishing boat's one mast and rendering it immobile. ""Now men!"" he yelled. ""Destroy the beast!"" As the ISS<span style=""font-style: italic"">Þorsston</span>continued to thump, keeping the Kraken at least a third way out of the water, the guns fired incessantly, tearing into the flesh of the great beast and injuring it badly. Shells kept coming, and marksmen took the long range guns on the second wall, firing at the squid further.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">PM Johannesen, Christoph Felix V, Kaiser Wilhelm II,<br/><br/>It seems that you are not interested in the welfare of Europe at all. For your information, an Arch Demon from a Different Dimension has shown up in Northern Greenland and is currently attempting to overrun Europe. Everybody is attempting to stop him. Even Malefor has joined us temporarily to try and halt him.<br/><br/>Yet, you continue on your petty conquests, oblivious to the new danger that looms over Europe. I ask all three of you to have some sense and to do what you believe to be right.<br/><br/>Yours, <br/><br/>Queen Elsa II Felixsson of Arendelle, from Reykjavík</blockquote>"
5123,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=550,2014-12-14T07:05:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Dragon Realms Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22792387#p22792387"">wrote</a>:</cite>Malefor's army continued to fight the archdemon and the darkspawn, to Christopher and Elsa's surprise. <br/>""Elsa, As crazy as this may sound, we have to help Malefor. Wow, I can't believe I just said that.""<br/><br/>Meanwhile<br/>Munitions Forge continued to mine steel and Manufacture weapons. That was all that could be done. And they work faster. With the fall of Tall Plains they had to give up a lot of food to the army and the workers were weak from hunger. Gaul's fleet had stopped there to pick up some of the new weapons but other than that they were alone, and unprotected. They eventually resolved to rise up against Malefor.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>While the two battles raged on, one with the Kraken and another with the Dark Spawn, Elsa and Christopher were left in a dilemma, not knowing which one to help. ""Yes"", Elsa said. ""We need to put aside our differences for now. Perhaps, even Malefor might have a change of heart and decide to work for the greater good of Europe in the end...""<br/><br/>She looked out of one window, at the flashes of the artillery at the port, then at another, with the Guards battling the Dark Spawn. ""Here's the plan- I'll go help the men at the port stop the Kraken. You go and lead the Guards of the Wilderwest against the Dark Spawn!"""
5124,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=550,2014-12-14T07:11:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22792411#p22792411"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Dragon Realms Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22792387#p22792387"">wrote</a>:</cite>Malefor's army continued to fight the archdemon and the darkspawn, to Christopher and Elsa's surprise. <br/>""Elsa, As crazy as this may sound, we have to help Malefor. Wow, I can't believe I just said that.""<br/><br/>Meanwhile<br/>Munitions Forge continued to mine steel and Manufacture weapons. That was all that could be done. And they work faster. With the fall of Tall Plains they had to give up a lot of food to the army and the workers were weak from hunger. Gaul's fleet had stopped there to pick up some of the new weapons but other than that they were alone, and unprotected. They eventually resolved to rise up against Malefor.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>While the two battles raged on, one with the Kraken and another with the Dark Spawn, Elsa and Christopher were left in a dilemma, not knowing which one to help. ""Yes"", Elsa said. ""We need to put aside our differences for now. Perhaps, even Malefor might have a change of heart and decide to work for the greater good of Europe in the end...""<br/><br/>She looked out of one window, at the flashes of the artillery at the port, then at another, with the Guards battling the Dark Spawn. ""Here's the plan- I'll go help the men at the port stop the Kraken. You go and lead the Guards of the Wilderwest against the Dark Spawn!""</div></blockquote><br/>""Okay. God speed and comeback alive"". Christopher said as he rushed out. Despite previous encounters with Cynder, he proved to be quite capable, taking out at least 5 darkspawn.<br/>OOC: Sorry for the short posts but My mind isn't really awake yet<img alt="":P"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_tongue.gif"" title=""Razz""/>"
5125,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=550,2014-12-14T07:12:00,Oceasian Scandinavia,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">From: O. Scandinavia<br/>To: Queen Elsa of Arendelle<br/><br/>May i remind you that i literally just found out about this ""Arch Demon"" less than an hour ago. You have no idea what my plans are. But, well then. If you want me to cooperate, there are 2 conditions. Firstly, i sent a fleet to Reykjavik for reasons only i should know. If there are any survivors of the fleet, i request a mid-sized ship for the survivors to control, and then head back to the Faroe Islands. Second of all, Don't you dare fire at the Kraken. Remember the last time the creature is at Reykjavik? Yeah, i don't there is a Reykjavik after that happened. And it can happen again. As of now, I'm ordering a small fleet to temporarily help you, your allies, and Malefor. And if either of these two conditions aren't met, i will know that. How i know that is my personal business. Oh, and say goodbye to Reykjavik if the conditions aren't met.</blockquote><br/><br/>After the letter is sent, a small fleet, consisting of 15 frigates, are sent to Reykjavik to help battle against the Arch Demons."
5126,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=550,2014-12-14T07:15:00,Caribica,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Dragon Realms Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22792387#p22792387"">wrote</a>:</cite>Malefor's army continued to fight the archdemon and the darkspawn, to Christopher and Elsa's surprise. <br/>""Elsa, As crazy as this may sound, we have to help Malefor. Wow, I can't believe I just said that.""<br/><br/>Meanwhile<br/>Munitions Forge continued to mine steel and Manufacture weapons. That was all that could be done. And they work faster. With the fall of Tall Plains they had to give up a lot of food to the army and the workers were weak from hunger. Gaul's fleet had stopped there to pick up some of the new weapons but other than that they were alone, and unprotected. They eventually resolved to rise up against Malefor.</div></blockquote><br/>Caribican reinforcements numbering 26,000 men arrive under General Rodguiez and aid their DRE allies in vanquishing the Darkspawn. Once more the Gatling Guns roar and belch out lead by the second, luckily young Mendoza survived the events of the first battle although 30 other men of his regiment were not as fortunate. They were now ordered to aim for the darkspawns head as it was hypothesized that the brain was the only part of the darkspawns body that would not heal after seeing the Archdemons first body die only from a shot to the head. Artillery has been ordered to target ogres with shrapnel shot in the hopes of dismemberment, cavalry flanked the main force to take out archers. In the meantime the Caribican navy attempts to bring down the Archdemon by targeting his position with AP rounds."
5127,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=550,2014-12-14T07:22:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Johannesen,<br/><br/>Are you serious? From my window in the refugee guesthouse, I can see the Kraken smashing things at the port. If this is the sort of man you are, then I refuse your help.<br/><br/>I will also cut off trade with you when I regain control of my Kingdom. Already, my sister, the Crown Princess is doing so...<br/><br/><br/>Take your frigates and bring them to Hell with you.<br/><br/>- Elsa of Arendelle</blockquote><br/><br/>With that, the Queen of Arendelle climbed onto the back of a Gronckle, speeding down to the port, where the guns continued firing at the weakening yet deadly Kraken. Schluckauf, still seething with rage, turned one of the guns around again, firing at the fishing sloop and sinking it. Having done that, he turned it back around, ordering a soldier to take it and fire at the Kraken, while he went up the wall to meet Elsa.<br/><br/>""This f*cking squid is attacking us again!"" he bellowed hoarsely. Elsa remained silent, pulling off one of her long white gloves and tossing it over the wall, before firing an ice arrow at the Kraken, hitting the tip of one of its tentacles.<br/><br/>""Johannesen is a wicked man"", she said. ""I have a feeling he will attempt to betray us if we try to elicit his help in fighting the Demon."""
5128,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=575,2014-12-14T07:27:00,Oceasian Scandinavia,"""Well, if that's what you want, I'll give you 'help'."", Johannesen said.<br/>At Reykjavik, the Kraken submerges beneath the water, creating an eerie silence in the area. The survivors remain at the fisherman's boat, which is immobile and is slowly sinking. The 15 frigates are already on their way to Reykjavik, and once they're there, they'll wait for the final order. Help or not.<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">By the time you read this, you may have already been showed that i kept my 'promises'. Now it's your turn.<br/><br/>- K.J.Johannesen</blockquote>"
5129,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=575,2014-12-14T07:32:00,Caribica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Oceasian Scandinavia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22792488#p22792488"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Well, if that's what you want, I'll give you 'help'."", Johannesen said.<br/>At Reykjavik, the Kraken submerges beneath the water, creating an eerie silence in the area. The survivors remain at the fisherman's boat, which is immobile and is slowly sinking. The 15 frigates are already on their way to Reykjavik, and once they're there, they'll wait for the final order. Help or not.<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">By the time you read this, you may have already been showed that i kept my 'promises'. Now it's your turn.<br/><br/>- K.J.Johannesen</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Dear PM Johannesen,<br/>People like you make me wish I had more middle fingers. you are a soulless despicable man, you're worse than Malefor, our species is at risk and you are still unwilling to put aside petty differences.<br/>Sincerely, General Rodguiez</blockquote>"
5130,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=575,2014-12-14T07:34:00,Kingston-Atlantis,"OOC: Bunk, those operations are secret...<br/><br/>IC:<br/>To: King Jorgen III<br/>From: king Christoph Felix V<br/><br/>Petty conquests? What petty conquests? Our military is mobilising and we are slowly getting to the arch demon. We have not heard of this until now.<br/><br/>But seriously, I am worried that you mentioned petty conquests. Our military has not been mobilised for years!"
5131,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=575,2014-12-14T07:35:00,Bunkeranlage,"As the waters smoothened out, ripples forming from where the Kraken sank, Schluckauf looked on at the bay, along with Elsa. Elsa's Gronckle whimpered uneasily, as if something felt wrong. The<span style=""font-style: italic"">Þorsston</span>fired another boom from its metal gong, shaking the water. The Kraken, however, did not resurface.<br/><br/>""Something's wrong"", Elsa said uneasily to Schluckauf. ""I'm going down to investigate it myself."" She mounted her Gronckle, heading down to the jetties, where she looked at the creepily calm water, her gloved hand hidden in her cape and her other one holding a sword that was rapidly frosting, ready to strike. From the jetties, the men could see as Schluckauf fired one last shell from a cannon, sinking the sloop and likely killing the last eight men on board."
5132,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=575,2014-12-14T07:35:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kingston-Atlantis <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22792510#p22792510"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: Bunk, those operations are secret...<br/><br/>IC:<br/>To: King Jorgen III<br/>From: king Christoph Felix V<br/><br/>Petty conquests? What petty conquests? Our military is mobilising and we are slowly getting to the arch demon. We have not heard of this until now.<br/><br/>But seriously, I am worried that you mentioned petty conquests. Our military has not been mobilised for years!</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC: But the battles between Weselton and Critellardon are fully public, no?"
5133,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=575,2014-12-14T07:38:00,Kingston-Atlantis,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22792519#p22792519"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Kingston-Atlantis <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22792510#p22792510"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: Bunk, those operations are secret...<br/><br/>IC:<br/>To: King Jorgen III<br/>From: king Christoph Felix V<br/><br/>Petty conquests? What petty conquests? Our military is mobilising and we are slowly getting to the arch demon. We have not heard of this until now.<br/><br/>But seriously, I am worried that you mentioned petty conquests. Our military has not been mobilised for years!</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC: But the battles between Weselton and Critellardon are fully public, no?</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC: so far we have only created secret sabotage operations. Once Weselton finds them out and declares war on us, it gives us a good reason to attack them."
5134,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=575,2014-12-14T07:38:00,Caribica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22792518#p22792518"">wrote</a>:</cite>As the waters smoothened out, ripples forming from where the Kraken sank, Schluckauf looked on at the bay, along with Elsa. Elsa's Gronckle whimpered uneasily, as if something felt wrong. The <span style=""font-style: italic"">Þorsston</span> fired another boom from its metal gong, shaking the water. The Kraken, however, did not resurface. <br/><br/>""Something's wrong"", Elsa said uneasily to Schluckauf. ""I'm going down to investigate it myself."" She mounted her Gronckle, heading down to the jetties, where she looked at the creepily calm water, her gloved hand hidden in her cape and her other one holding a sword that was rapidly frosting, ready to strike. From the jetties, the men could see as Schluckauf fired one last shell from a cannon, sinking the sloop and likely killing the last eight men on board.</div></blockquote><br/>Aboard the warrior class ironclad this was felt too by captain Selva, ""What in the world?"" He muttered looking down at the water."
5135,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=575,2014-12-14T07:38:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kingston-Atlantis <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22792533#p22792533"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22792519#p22792519"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>OOC: But the battles between Weselton and Critellardon are fully public, no?</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC: so far we have only created secret sabotage operations. Once Weselton finds them out and declares war on us, it gives us a good reason to attack them.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC: Oh, right, the conflicts are between E. Germany and you, not Weselton."
5136,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=575,2014-12-14T07:40:00,Oceasian Scandinavia,"""Well, maybe i should give them a piece of advice, since they're still so unwilling to trust me."" Johannesen said. The survivors, if there are any, are probably dead by now, so he wouldn't bother with them.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Queen Elsa<br/><br/>By the time you read this, you may have noticed that the Kraken is now beneath the waves. Why? Well, it's a long story, but let's just say that I'm it's master. Now, as we all know, the Kraken is powerful enough to destroy a whole city, by creating a tsunami. However, it doesn't actually have any effectiveness outside of the water. Can you lure the Dark Spawns into the water? If you can, then I'll be very happy to use the Kraken to finish them all off. Right now, it's the biggest help we can do, but there will be more soon.</blockquote><br/><br/>Johannesen is a man of his words. The frigates he sent are already off the coasts of Reykjavik. They are given the permission to attack the Demons. In fact, Johannesen has ordered parts of both fleets being sent to reroute to Reykjavik, to help Elsa and her allies.<br/><br/>""I can't believe this! Why am i helping them right now?"""
5137,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=575,2014-12-14T07:43:00,Kingston-Atlantis,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22792538#p22792538"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Kingston-Atlantis <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22792533#p22792533"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>OOC: so far we have only created secret sabotage operations. Once Weselton finds them out and declares war on us, it gives us a good reason to attack them.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC: Oh, right, the conflicts are between E. Germany and you, not Weselton.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Weselton IS East Germany... He occupies East Germany and Poland. I occupy West Germany and Switzerland and Austria..."
5138,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=575,2014-12-14T07:43:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"Malefor continued to fight the archdemon. He had a plan. It was very risky, but it had to be done. Then a voice came out of almost nowhere.<br/>""SHOWING COMPASSION MALEFOR? I AM AFRAID I CAN'T ALLOW THAT!"" Then a larger dragon, about as large as archdemon appeared.<br/>""I RAISED YOU BETTER THAN THAT! AND HELLO OLD FRIEND."" The larger dragon acknowledged the archdemon.<br/>""F-F-father"" Malefor stammered."
5139,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=575,2014-12-14T07:44:00,Bunkeranlage,"OOC: Caribica, since Elsa is at the port, your General will have to respond to the PM.<br/><br/>IC:<br/><br/>Jorgen and Christopher, both along the inroad to Reykjavík, had seen the battle between the Guards of the Wilderwest and the Dark Spawn. As both groups were elites in their respective fighting style, very few had died, with roughly equal casualties. Jorgen drew his fiery sword Inferno (which he had retrieved), while Christopher took the energised Sword of Mountain, charging into the skirmish, one on a dragon's back, one on foot.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>Elsa continued to watch the water, with Schluckauf screaming at them from the top of the wall, ""Listen to me! That monster's gonna release a tsunami!"""
5140,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=575,2014-12-14T07:49:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"Malefor was knocked back so far he landed in Reykjavik.<br/>""YOU CANNOT SHOW WEAKNESS. YOU ARE TO BE A HEARTLESS TYRANT! NOW GET UP YOU PATHETIC WEAKLING!"" The Larger dragon ordered. ""EITHER YOU CONTINUE ON YOUR PATH OF DARKNESS OR I WILL TAKE OVER!"""
5141,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=575,2014-12-14T07:51:00,Bunkeranlage,"Just then, a butler rushed up to where Elsa was standing on the jetty. ""Ma'am! There's a telegram addressed to you!"" Elsa pulled her hand out of her cape, grabbing the letter and reading it. Soon, she climbed onto the Gronckle's back, flying up and standing next to Schluckauf. ""It appears I have misjudged the PM of Oceasian Scandinavia"", she said. ""Now, we must get Christopher to lure the Dark Spawn to the port. Don't ask why, I think he's got a plan!""<br/><br/>Schluckauf raised an eyebrow. ""I don't trust him"", he muttered, his voice sounding as if his trachea had been sandpapered. ""Though, had the beast wanted to kill us, it could have done so... 23 minutes ago. Do it!"" With that, Elsa flew off, just as the first rays of dawn pierced the horizon.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>Jorgen and Christopher looked up as Malefor came crashing down to the ground, near the battle.<br/><br/>""What in the name of... How did he show up???""<br/><br/>Jorgen switched off his fire blade, before flying over to where Malefor lay wounded. ""Malefor! What's the meaning of this?"""
5142,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=575,2014-12-14T07:54:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"""My... Father..."" Malefor struggled<br/>""Bigger monster than I was...""<br/>""SILENCE! YOU DISRESPECTFUL BRAT! I'LL DEAL WITH YOU LATER!"" The larger dragon boomed."
5143,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=575,2014-12-14T07:58:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Dragon Realms Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22792618#p22792618"">wrote</a>:</cite>""My... Father..."" Malefor struggled<br/>""Bigger monster than I was...""<br/>""SILENCE! YOU DISRESPECTFUL BRAT! I'LL DEAL WITH YOU LATER!"" The larger dragon boomed.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Jorgen heard the voice, booming through the air like an explosion. He replied, ""If you're collaborating with this Arch Demon, I assure you, you will die in this dimension!"" With that, he dismounted, walking to where Malefor lay. ""So, you're helping us now?"" He waited for Malefor's reply.<br/><br/>In the meantime, Schluckauf stood at the wall, biting his lip and sipping a glass of sherry that he was given by one of the guards. ""6 AM already..."" he muttered. ""Things are beginning to get messy..."""
5144,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=575,2014-12-14T08:01:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"""I'LL ANSWER THAT FOR YOU, NO! HE WILL GET UP, AND JOIN ME, WILLINGLY, OR OTHERWISE!"" Malefor's father continued.<br/>""EITHER YOU GET UP, OR I MAKE YOU MY MIND SLAVE!"""
5145,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=575,2014-12-14T08:06:00,Bunkeranlage,"Jorgen looked up at the brightening sky, a grim expression on his face. ""If that's the way you want to do it, then so be it!"" He reached into his coat, before withdrawing his hand, holding a golden sceptre like object with a glimmering eye on the headpiece- The Millennium Rod. Christopher gasped. ""All this while, I didn't know! Jorgen is the wielder of the Millennium Rod!"" Jorgen pointed the Rod into the sky, shouting, ""If you have to resort to this sort of deception and evil to get what you want, then you leave me with no choice!""<br/><br/>Pointing the Rod at one of the Dark Spawn in the centre of the group, Jorgen yelled, ""I'll use your own form of power against you, Nameless fiend!"" Immediately, that particular Dark Spawn seized the one in front of him, ripping its head off, before turning on the others and smashing them into the ground and cutting them with its sword."
5146,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=575,2014-12-14T08:11:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"Malefor had suddenly got up. It happened. He was his fathers mind slave now.<br/>""YOU WERE A DISGRACE TO YOUR FAMILY! BUT NOW YOU WILL REDEEM YOURSELF AND MAKE YOURSELF WORTHY OF THE TITLE DRAGON PRINCE!"""
5147,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=575,2014-12-14T08:13:00,Slenderman The CreepyPasta King,"The people the darkspawn captured were taken underground. The women turned into broodmothers to churn out more darkspawn. The archdemon saw malefor's father and said,""I HAVENT SEEN YOU SENSE BEFORE THE FIRST BLIGHT IN MY DIMENSION."" Then he said,""CAN YOU KNOCK SOME SENSE INTO YOUR SON. HE STILL THINKS I CAN DIE."""
5148,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=575,2014-12-14T08:13:00,Bunkeranlage,"While the Dark Spawns fought amongst themselves, Jorgen turned around, pointing the Rod at Malefor's now soulless body. ""Malefor!"" he shouted. ""We may not have been on the best of terms before. But now, we know that there has been a darker power behind this all along. Not only will I defeat your father, I will also free you from the darkness that has consumed you!"" The Eye on the Rod glowed as the opposing powers of Malefor's father and Jorgen clashed.<br/><br/>Christopher, meanwhile, saw to it that the Dark Spawn attempting to attack the city were disposed of, and soon enough, the bodies of 30 Dark Spawn lay dismembered and disembowelled on the road. A stench rose up from the corpses, prompting Christopher to kick the body parts off the road to a different part.<br/><br/>Seeing Jorgen confront Malefor, he drew the Sword of Mountain, standing by the side and watching, ready to intervene. ""I wonder what's happening..."""
5149,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=575,2014-12-14T08:17:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22792707#p22792707"">wrote</a>:</cite>While the Dark Spawns fought amongst themselves, Jorgen turned around, pointing the Rod at Malefor's now soulless body. ""Malefor!"" he shouted. ""We may not have been on the best of terms before. But now, we know that there has been a darker power behind this all along. Not only will I defeat your father, I will also free you from the darkness that has consumed you!"" The Eye on the Rod glowed as the opposing powers of Malefor's father and Jorgen clashed.</div></blockquote><br/>Malefor's father slammed into the ground, managing to knock Jorgen out. He then turned to Malefor, who used what little freedom he had to say Jorgen was dead. With that, The Dragons left the battlefield with the DRE Forces to focus all defenses on Munitions Forge."
5150,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=575,2014-12-14T08:22:00,Bunkeranlage,"Christopher rushed up to where Jorgen lay, Inferno on one side and the Millennium Rod on the other. ""Jorgen! Wake up!"" he cried. Engar-Tennur went over, licking Jorgen affectionately, but to no avail, for Jorgen did not wake up. Before long, Elsa, riding on her Gronckle, showed up, seeing them on the road. She cleared her way through, getting to the place where the commotion took place.<br/><br/>One of the guards dropped his spear, rushing up to where Jorgen lay, shoving both Christopher and a distressed Engar-Tennur aside. Ripping Jorgen's shirt open, he bent over the King, listening to his breath, before standing up reverently and proclaiming to the others in a dark and solemn voice.<br/><br/>""Jorgen III Ólafsson, King of Iceland, is dead."""
5151,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=575,2014-12-14T08:24:00,Slenderman The CreepyPasta King,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22792707#p22792707"">wrote</a>:</cite>While the Dark Spawns fought amongst themselves, Jorgen turned around, pointing the Rod at Malefor's now soulless body. ""Malefor!"" he shouted. ""We may not have been on the best of terms before. But now, we know that there has been a darker power behind this all along. Not only will I defeat your father, I will also free you from the darkness that has consumed you!"" The Eye on the Rod glowed as the opposing powers of Malefor's father and Jorgen clashed.<br/><br/>Christopher, meanwhile, saw to it that the Dark Spawn attempting to attack the city were disposed of, and soon enough, the bodies of 30 Dark Spawn lay dismembered and disembowelled on the road. A stench rose up from the corpses, prompting Christopher to kick the body parts off the road to a different part.<br/><br/>Seeing Jorgen confront Malefor, he drew the Sword of Mountain, standing by the side and watching, ready to intervene. ""I wonder what's happening...""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The body part of the darkspawn Christopher kicked got some taint on him. The archdemon stayed to destroy the city. He flew into the city and smashed and burned houses and buisnesses on the ground."
5152,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=575,2014-12-14T08:24:00,Caribica,OOC: all I did was go to get some bread and now... wtf
5153,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=600,2014-12-14T08:25:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22792747#p22792747"">wrote</a>:</cite>Christopher rushed up to where Jorgen lay, Inferno on one side and the Millennium Rod on the other. ""Jorgen! Wake up!"" he cried. Engar-Tennur went over, licking Jorgen affectionately, but to no avail, for Jorgen did not wake up. Before long, Elsa, riding on her Gronckle, showed up, seeing them on the road. She cleared her way through, getting to the place where the commotion took place.<br/><br/>One of the guards dropped his spear, rushing up to where Jorgen lay, shoving both Christopher and a distressed Engar-Tennur aside. Ripping Jorgen's shirt open, he bent over the King, listening to his breath, before standing up reverently and proclaiming to the others in a dark and solemn voice.<br/><br/>""Jorgen III Ólafsson, King of Iceland, is dead.""</div></blockquote><br/>OOC Perhaps I didn't make it clear, The Father only knocked him out, Malefor used his freedom to lie. Of course if you understand that and want him dead than fine but I didn't intend to end his life."
5154,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=600,2014-12-14T08:28:00,Caribica,""" WHAT THE **********************************************************************************************************!!!!!!!!!!!!!??????????"" General Mendoza exclaimed, ""Now there's two of these *********************s? Dear Jesus, pound em with arty!!!!!!"""
5155,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=600,2014-12-14T08:29:00,Bunkeranlage,"Jorgen, however, was very much alive, unknown to the others. Every second in their dimension was, to him, ages. He had somehow been<span style=""font-style: italic"">detached</span>from his body momentarily, rather like an NDE.<br/><br/>This NDE, however, was far from pleasant. IT was so vivid that it made the real world feel dreamy by comparison. Standing on a muddy and barren cliff, his white clothes stained greyish yellow by smoke, Jorgen looked on, clutching the Millennium Rod in his hand.<br/><br/>Before him lay the great war machines of the Arch Demon, where billions of Dark Spawns were dug from the slimy mud stark naked, before being literally<span style=""font-style: italic"">melded</span>with the cast iron armour that he saw them wearing. Some of them had their hands ripped from their wrists violently, the severed appendages replaced with maces, axes, spiked clubs and other cruel weapons. Some even had iron plates nailed into their skulls, as added protection. As Jorgen looked upon the graphic scene before him, a sense of nausea gripped his insides.<br/><br/>Just then, he felt the Millennium Rod vibrating, the Eye of Uadjet glowing fiercely. The voice of the Arch Demon filled the air as two bloodshot reptile eyes appeared above the field below the cliff, its pupils narrowed to slits.<br/><br/>""There is no light that can defeat the darkness!""<br/><br/>With that, Jorgen was restored to his body, jerking awake. 17 seconds had passed since his apparent death."
5156,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=600,2014-12-14T08:29:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Dragon Realms Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22792762#p22792762"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22792747#p22792747"">wrote</a>:</cite>Christopher rushed up to where Jorgen lay, Inferno on one side and the Millennium Rod on the other. ""Jorgen! Wake up!"" he cried. Engar-Tennur went over, licking Jorgen affectionately, but to no avail, for Jorgen did not wake up. Before long, Elsa, riding on her Gronckle, showed up, seeing them on the road. She cleared her way through, getting to the place where the commotion took place.<br/><br/>One of the guards dropped his spear, rushing up to where Jorgen lay, shoving both Christopher and a distressed Engar-Tennur aside. Ripping Jorgen's shirt open, he bent over the King, listening to his breath, before standing up reverently and proclaiming to the others in a dark and solemn voice.<br/><br/>""Jorgen III Ólafsson, King of Iceland, is dead.""</div></blockquote><br/>OOC Perhaps I didn't make it clear, The Father only knocked him out, Malefor used his freedom to lie. Of course if you understand that and want him dead than fine but I didn't intend to end his life.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC: I know that. It's explained in my next post."
5157,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=600,2014-12-14T08:30:00,Slenderman The CreepyPasta King,"<blockquote><div><cite>Caribica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22792759#p22792759"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: all I did was go to get some bread and now... wtf</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC: I know how you feel."
5158,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=600,2014-12-14T08:32:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">ATTENTION: Malefor's army is now building up in Munitions Forge And it is done, we WILL DESTROY all of you who oppose us and the archdemon<br/>Malefor's father.</blockquote><br/>This of course, was a diversion, Malefor's father wanted to open another portal to unleash more darkspawn, in an undisclosed location."
5159,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=600,2014-12-14T08:33:00,Caribica,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Dragon Realms Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22792795#p22792795"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">ATTENTION: Malefor's army is now building up in Munitions Forge And it is done, we WILL DESTROY all of you who oppose us and the archdemon<br/>Malefor's father.</blockquote><br/>This of course, was a diversion, Malefor's father wanted to open another portal to unleash more darkspawn, in an undisclosed location.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: Let me guess, Caribica"
5160,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=600,2014-12-14T08:34:00,Bunkeranlage,"Elsa, seeing that the Arch Demon had flown in over the city, jumped onto her Gronckle's back, dashing into the action. Already, the Dragon Corps had been automatically mobilised, the elite riders sparring with the demon. Throwing her other glove off, Elsa fired a large stalagmite of ice, violently running the Arch Demon through. The Gronckle proceeded to spit a fireball at the wounded Demon, before both he and Elsa landed on the ground.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>""I've just seen the most ghastly thing, Christopher...""<br/><br/>""Jorgen! You're alive! But... but how?""<br/><br/>""No time to explain that. I saw the breeding grounds of the Dark Spawns... There's lots more where that came from, is all I have to say..."""
5161,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=600,2014-12-14T08:34:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Caribica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22792804#p22792804"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Dragon Realms Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22792795#p22792795"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">ATTENTION: Malefor's army is now building up in Munitions Forge And it is done, we WILL DESTROY all of you who oppose us and the archdemon<br/>Malefor's father.</blockquote><br/>This of course, was a diversion, Malefor's father wanted to open another portal to unleash more darkspawn, in an undisclosed location.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: Let me guess, Caribica</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: No. Somewhere in the DRE, where no one can report their plans."
5162,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=600,2014-12-14T08:35:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22792809#p22792809"">wrote</a>:</cite>Elsa, seeing that the Arch Demon had flown in over the city, jumped onto her Gronckle's back, dashing into the action. Already, the Dragon Corps had been automatically mobilised, the elite riders sparring with the demon. Throwing her other glove off, Elsa fired a large stalagmite of ice, violently running the Arch Demon through. The Gronckle proceeded to spit a fireball at the wounded Demon, before both he and Elsa landed on the ground.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>""I've just seen the most ghastly thing, Christopher...""<br/><br/>""Jorgen! You're alive! But... but how?""<br/><br/>""No time to explain that. I saw the breeding grounds of the Dark Spawns... There's lots more where that came from, is all I have to say...""</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: What do you think, should we strike Munitions Forge?"
5163,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=600,2014-12-14T08:36:00,Caribica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22792809#p22792809"">wrote</a>:</cite>Elsa, seeing that the Arch Demon had flown in over the city, jumped onto her Gronckle's back, dashing into the action. Already, the Dragon Corps had been automatically mobilised, the elite riders sparring with the demon. Throwing her other glove off, Elsa fired a large stalagmite of ice, violently running the Arch Demon through. The Gronckle proceeded to spit a fireball at the wounded Demon, before both he and Elsa landed on the ground.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>""I've just seen the most ghastly thing, Christopher...""<br/><br/>""Jorgen! You're alive! But... but how?""<br/><br/>""No time to explain that. I saw the breeding grounds of the Dark Spawns... There's lots more where that came from, is all I have to say...""</div></blockquote><br/>""Fire!!!!"" Captain Selva screamed as the Archdemon screeched overhead, the Archdemon instantly felt the stinging burn of the AP rounds shortly before one went right through his heart."
5164,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=600,2014-12-14T08:38:00,Caribica,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Dragon Realms Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22792822#p22792822"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22792809#p22792809"">wrote</a>:</cite>Elsa, seeing that the Arch Demon had flown in over the city, jumped onto her Gronckle's back, dashing into the action. Already, the Dragon Corps had been automatically mobilised, the elite riders sparring with the demon. Throwing her other glove off, Elsa fired a large stalagmite of ice, violently running the Arch Demon through. The Gronckle proceeded to spit a fireball at the wounded Demon, before both he and Elsa landed on the ground.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>""I've just seen the most ghastly thing, Christopher...""<br/><br/>""Jorgen! You're alive! But... but how?""<br/><br/>""No time to explain that. I saw the breeding grounds of the Dark Spawns... There's lots more where that came from, is all I have to say...""</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: What do you think, should we strike Munitions Forge?</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: Where is the munitions forge?"
5165,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=600,2014-12-14T08:39:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Caribica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22792839#p22792839"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Dragon Realms Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22792822#p22792822"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: What do you think, should we strike Munitions Forge?</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: Where is the munitions forge?</div></blockquote><br/>In The DRE, near the border."
5166,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=600,2014-12-14T08:40:00,Slenderman The CreepyPasta King,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Dragon Realms Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22792795#p22792795"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">ATTENTION: Malefor's army is now building up in Munitions Forge And it is done, we WILL DESTROY all of you who oppose us and the archdemon<br/>Malefor's father.</blockquote><br/>This of course, was a diversion, Malefor's father wanted to open another portal to unleash more darkspawn, in an undisclosed location.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>And another rift did appear, deep underground. Ogres and hurlocks pored out of the portal and began digging their way up to the surface. The taint in the archdemons body healing his wounds, he blew purple fire on the dragons attacking them. Causing some of the riders burn alive. then he roared sending a vortex of fire down that trapped the rest of the riders and barraged them with endless fire."
5167,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=600,2014-12-14T08:40:00,Bunkeranlage,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">ARENDELLE</span></span><br/><br/>Crown Princess Anna Felixsson, in her sister's absence, had taken control of Arendelle's government, ridding the place of Gaul's and the Shadow Magus' remaining goons. With both the traitor's and the general's men gone, she was able to finally rebuild the nation and possibly aid Iceland and her allies.<br/><br/>Before anything was undertaken, however, the Princess paid a visit to Bishop Vincenzo, who was lying in a bed in the palace, his health failing rapidly. He took his leather bound KJV Bible, pressing it into Anna's hands. ""Though I am afflicted with illness"", he croaked, ""I can still feel the life force within me, fuelled by the Lord. Soon, this darkness will be removed, and I can be with him... In the meantime, please, guide Arendelle along the righteous path...""<br/><br/>Crown Princess Anna's first decision was to install Duke Siegmund Fellschäder as the new Admiral. He was a capable man, able to lead the navy well. Secondly, a force would be sent to the North, where a dark power greater than anything Malefor could have even dreamed of had appeared..."
5168,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=600,2014-12-14T08:42:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22792852#p22792852"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">ARENDELLE</span></span><br/><br/>Crown Princess Anna Felixsson, in her sister's absence, had taken control of Arendelle's government, ridding the place of Gaul's and the Shadow Magus' remaining goons. With both the traitor's and the general's men gone, she was able to finally rebuild the nation and possibly aid Iceland and her allies.<br/><br/>Before anything was undertaken, however, the Princess paid a visit to Bishop Vincenzo, who was lying in a bed in the palace, his health failing rapidly. He took his leather bound KJV Bible, pressing it into Anna's hands. ""Though I am afflicted with illness"", he croaked, ""I can still feel the life force within me, fuelled by the Lord. Soon, this darkness will be removed, and I can be with him... In the meantime, please, guide Arendelle along the righteous path..."" <br/><br/>Crown Princess Anna's first decision was to install Duke Siegmund Fellschäder as the new Admiral. He was a capable man, able to lead the navy well. Secondly, a force would be sent to the North, where a force greater than anything Malefor could have even dreamed of had appeared...</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: How could you possibly intend to build a force that large? Also Gaul will just go to take Arendelle back<img alt="":P"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_tongue.gif"" title=""Razz""/>"
5169,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=600,2014-12-14T08:46:00,Caribica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Slenderman The CreepyPasta King <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22792850#p22792850"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Dragon Realms Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22792795#p22792795"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">ATTENTION: Malefor's army is now building up in Munitions Forge And it is done, we WILL DESTROY all of you who oppose us and the archdemon<br/>Malefor's father.</blockquote><br/>This of course, was a diversion, Malefor's father wanted to open another portal to unleash more darkspawn, in an undisclosed location.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>And another rift did appear, deep underground. Ogres and hurlocks pored out of the portal and began digging their way up to the surface. The taint in the archdemons body healing his wounds, he blew purple fire on the dragons attacking them. Causing some of the riders burn alive. then he roared sending a vortex of fire down that trapped the rest of the riders and barraged them with endless fire.</div></blockquote><br/>The fleet continued to pelt Malefor with AP rounds. weakening him by the second. Meanwhile on land General Rodguiez confronted King Jorgen. ""What is it that you saw?"" He questioned."
5170,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=600,2014-12-14T08:47:00,Bunkeranlage,"Elsa, standing on the streets, fired spike after spike of ice at the Arch Demon, stabbing him again and again. On her command, the 7 spikes in his body shattered, wrecking his internal organs. ""He's just going to get another body anyway. In the meantime, though, try to get rid of him quickly! The respite will allow us to think of a plan!""<br/><br/>Jorgen mounted Engar-Tennur, flying towards the city with the Millennium Rod in his hand. WIth one swish of his arm, he sent the Arch Demon crashing down, impaling him on an empty watchtower, causing it to smash under the Demon's weight and to cause him to hit the ground as well. Before he could react, the Night Fury spat a bolt of fire at the Demon's impalement wound, setting fire to his insides.<br/><br/>It was also decided that the key would have to be taken from Christoph Felix. Schluckauf, collaborating with Princess Anna in the communications bunker hidden below ground, managed to secure a fleet of ships to land in Critellardon and to take the third Bronze Key, the third key required to release it. The Blue Eyes White Dragon, the one entity powerful enough to destroy the Arch Demon."
5171,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=600,2014-12-14T08:48:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Dragon Realms Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22792868#p22792868"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22792852#p22792852"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">ARENDELLE</span></span><br/><br/>Crown Princess Anna Felixsson, in her sister's absence, had taken control of Arendelle's government, ridding the place of Gaul's and the Shadow Magus' remaining goons. With both the traitor's and the general's men gone, she was able to finally rebuild the nation and possibly aid Iceland and her allies.<br/><br/>Before anything was undertaken, however, the Princess paid a visit to Bishop Vincenzo, who was lying in a bed in the palace, his health failing rapidly. He took his leather bound KJV Bible, pressing it into Anna's hands. ""Though I am afflicted with illness"", he croaked, ""I can still feel the life force within me, fuelled by the Lord. Soon, this darkness will be removed, and I can be with him... In the meantime, please, guide Arendelle along the righteous path..."" <br/><br/>Crown Princess Anna's first decision was to install Duke Siegmund Fellschäder as the new Admiral. He was a capable man, able to lead the navy well. Secondly, a force would be sent to the North, where a force greater than anything Malefor could have even dreamed of had appeared...</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: How could you possibly intend to build a force that large? Also Gaul will just go to take Arendelle back <img alt="":P"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_tongue.gif"" title=""Razz""/></div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC:<br/><br/>1. A small force. Not much, but it's the best Arendelle can offer ATM.<br/>2. Isn't Malefor currently brainwashed and thus unable to relay such orders to Gaul?<br/>3. Also, I clarified the language in the original post."
5172,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=600,2014-12-14T08:51:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22792896#p22792896"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Dragon Realms Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22792868#p22792868"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: How could you possibly intend to build a force that large? Also Gaul will just go to take Arendelle back <img alt="":P"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_tongue.gif"" title=""Razz""/></div></blockquote><br/><br/> <br/><br/>1. A small force. Not much, but it's the best Arendelle can offer ATM.<br/>2. Isn't Malefor currently brainwashed and thus unable to relay such orders to Gaul?</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: His father could tell him to. remember he was behind the whole DRE thing all along."
5173,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=600,2014-12-14T08:52:00,Caribica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22792890#p22792890"">wrote</a>:</cite>Elsa, standing on the streets, fired spike after spike of ice at the Arch Demon, stabbing him again and again. On her command, the 7 spikes in his body shattered, wrecking his internal organs. ""He's just going to get another body anyway. In the meantime, though, try to get rid of him quickly! The respite will allow us to think of a plan!"" <br/><br/>Jorgen mounted Engar-Tennur, flying towards the city with the Millennium Rod in his hand. WIth one swish of his arm, he sent the Arch Demon crashing down, impaling him on an empty watchtower, causing it to smash under the Demon's weight and to cause him to hit the ground as well. Before he could react, the Night Fury spat a bolt of fire at the Demon's impalement wound, setting fire to his insides.<br/><br/>It was also decided that the key would have to be taken from Christoph Felix. Schluckauf, collaborating with Princess Anna in the communications bunker hidden below ground, managed to secure a fleet of ships to land in Critellardon and to take the third Bronze Key, the third key required to release it. The Blue Eyes White Dragon, the one entity powerful enough to destroy the Arch Demon.</div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Schluckauf-<br/>It's finally time to reveal myself, as mentioned earlier, I'm Colonel Victor Cologne of the Marine Raiders, we believe we may be your best chance at obtaining the key, meet me in the Palace reception, I'll recognize you.</blockquote>"
5174,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=600,2014-12-14T08:53:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Dragon Realms Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22792917#p22792917"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22792896#p22792896"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/> <br/><br/>1. A small force. Not much, but it's the best Arendelle can offer ATM.<br/>2. Isn't Malefor currently brainwashed and thus unable to relay such orders to Gaul?</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: His father could tell him to. remember he was behind the whole DRE thing all along.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC: True.<br/>IC:<br/><br/>Anna decided that if a ship was to be sent, it was now. The largest ship in Arendelle's navy, the 80-gun ANS<span style=""font-style: italic"">Tegge</span>, was sent with her crew of 300 men to Critellardon, where they would proceed to take Christoph Felix's Bronze Key.<br/><br/>""Since it's obvious that he doesn't want to help release the dragon, we'll have to help Jorgen do it"", Ana said to her new officials and her fiancé."
5175,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=600,2014-12-14T08:54:00,Slenderman The CreepyPasta King,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22792890#p22792890"">wrote</a>:</cite>Elsa, standing on the streets, fired spike after spike of ice at the Arch Demon, stabbing him again and again. On her command, the 7 spikes in his body shattered, wrecking his internal organs. ""He's just going to get another body anyway. In the meantime, though, try to get rid of him quickly! The respite will allow us to think of a plan!"" <br/><br/>Jorgen mounted Engar-Tennur, flying towards the city with the Millennium Rod in his hand. WIth one swish of his arm, he sent the Arch Demon crashing down, impaling him on an empty watchtower, causing it to smash under the Demon's weight and to cause him to hit the ground as well. Before he could react, the Night Fury spat a bolt of fire at the Demon's impalement wound, setting fire to his insides.<br/><br/>It was also decided that the key would have to be taken from Christoph Felix. Schluckauf, collaborating with Princess Anna in the communications bunker hidden below ground, managed to secure a fleet of ships to land in Critellardon and to take the third Bronze Key, the third key required to release it. The Blue Eyes White Dragon, the one entity powerful enough to destroy the Arch Demon.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The wound sent waves of the taint gushing out of it. Some soaking in the land causing it to become unhospitable to any creature without the taint and the rest rushing over the troops on the ground. Effectivly killing everyone. Then that body died. The soul went into a hurlock alpha. Causing it to grow into another archdemon body. But this time with armor. Plus his scales that were underneath the armor."
5176,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=600,2014-12-14T08:54:00,Caribica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22792932#p22792932"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Dragon Realms Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22792917#p22792917"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: His father could tell him to. remember he was behind the whole DRE thing all along.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC: True.<br/>IC:<br/><br/>Anna decided that if a ship was to be sent, it was now. The largest ship in Arendelle's navy, the 80-gun ANS <span style=""font-style: italic"">Tegge</span>, was sent with her crew of 300 men to Critellardon, where they would proceed to take Christoph Felix's Bronze Key. <br/><br/>""Since it's obvious that he doesn't want to help release the dragon, we'll have to help Jorgen do it"", Ana said to her new officials and her fiancé.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: I'm laughing my guts out over how much ANS sounds like anus."
5177,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=600,2014-12-14T08:55:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote><div><cite>Caribica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22792923#p22792923"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22792890#p22792890"">wrote</a>:</cite>Elsa, standing on the streets, fired spike after spike of ice at the Arch Demon, stabbing him again and again. On her command, the 7 spikes in his body shattered, wrecking his internal organs. ""He's just going to get another body anyway. In the meantime, though, try to get rid of him quickly! The respite will allow us to think of a plan!"" <br/><br/>Jorgen mounted Engar-Tennur, flying towards the city with the Millennium Rod in his hand. WIth one swish of his arm, he sent the Arch Demon crashing down, impaling him on an empty watchtower, causing it to smash under the Demon's weight and to cause him to hit the ground as well. Before he could react, the Night Fury spat a bolt of fire at the Demon's impalement wound, setting fire to his insides.<br/><br/>It was also decided that the key would have to be taken from Christoph Felix. Schluckauf, collaborating with Princess Anna in the communications bunker hidden below ground, managed to secure a fleet of ships to land in Critellardon and to take the third Bronze Key, the third key required to release it. The Blue Eyes White Dragon, the one entity powerful enough to destroy the Arch Demon.</div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Schluckauf-<br/>It's finally time to reveal myself, as mentioned earlier, I'm Colonel Victor Cologne of the Marine Raiders, we believe we may be your best chance at obtaining the key, meet me in the Palace reception, I'll recognize you.</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Strange, I didn't..."" Schluckauf stood up, dashing out of the com bunker and heading to the reception room of the palace that sat above it. He looked about, trying to find this man who had sent him a message from the telegraph machine in the reception room. Not difficult, for the only other person there was the telegraph operator.<br/><br/>""Colonel Cologne"", he said. ""I am Defence Minister Herbert Schluckauf. You called me?"""
5178,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=625,2014-12-14T08:56:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote><div><cite>Caribica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22792949#p22792949"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22792932#p22792932"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>OOC: True.<br/>IC:<br/><br/>Anna decided that if a ship was to be sent, it was now. The largest ship in Arendelle's navy, the 80-gun ANS <span style=""font-style: italic"">Tegge</span>, was sent with her crew of 300 men to Critellardon, where they would proceed to take Christoph Felix's Bronze Key. <br/><br/>""Since it's obvious that he doesn't want to help release the dragon, we'll have to help Jorgen do it"", Ana said to her new officials and her fiancé.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: I'm laughing my guts out over how much ANS sounds like anus.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC:<img alt="":rofl:"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_rofl.gif"" title=""ROFL""/><br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Slenderman The CreepyPasta King <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22792942#p22792942"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22792890#p22792890"">wrote</a>:</cite>Elsa, standing on the streets, fired spike after spike of ice at the Arch Demon, stabbing him again and again. On her command, the 7 spikes in his body shattered, wrecking his internal organs. ""He's just going to get another body anyway. In the meantime, though, try to get rid of him quickly! The respite will allow us to think of a plan!"" <br/><br/>Jorgen mounted Engar-Tennur, flying towards the city with the Millennium Rod in his hand. WIth one swish of his arm, he sent the Arch Demon crashing down, impaling him on an empty watchtower, causing it to smash under the Demon's weight and to cause him to hit the ground as well. Before he could react, the Night Fury spat a bolt of fire at the Demon's impalement wound, setting fire to his insides.<br/><br/>It was also decided that the key would have to be taken from Christoph Felix. Schluckauf, collaborating with Princess Anna in the communications bunker hidden below ground, managed to secure a fleet of ships to land in Critellardon and to take the third Bronze Key, the third key required to release it. The Blue Eyes White Dragon, the one entity powerful enough to destroy the Arch Demon.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The wound sent waves of the taint gushing out of it. Some soaking in the land causing it to become unhospitable to any creature without the taint and the rest rushing over the troops on the ground. Effectivly killing everyone. Then that body died. The soul went into a hurlock omega. Causing it to grow into another archdemon body. But this time with armor.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC: That dragon's a total godmod if I ever saw one XD"
5179,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=625,2014-12-14T08:59:00,Caribica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22792953#p22792953"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Caribica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22792923#p22792923"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Schluckauf-<br/>It's finally time to reveal myself, as mentioned earlier, I'm Colonel Victor Cologne of the Marine Raiders, we believe we may be your best chance at obtaining the key, meet me in the Palace reception, I'll recognize you.</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Strange, I didn't..."" Schluckauf stood up, dashing out of the com bunker and heading to the reception room of the palace that sat above it. He looked about, trying to find this man who had sent him a message from the telegraph machine in the reception room. Not difficult, for the only other person there was the telegraph operator. <br/><br/>""Colonel Cologne"", he said. ""I am Defence Minister Herbert Schluckauf. You called me?""</div></blockquote><br/>""Afternoon Mr. Schluckauf, I believe I may be able to get that key for you, force is not the answer in this situation, stealth is, allow us to sneak into the compound, get the key out and give it to you, if you go in guns blazing it'll do you no good, they'll get the key outta there before you can say shazam."""
5180,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=625,2014-12-14T09:01:00,Slenderman The CreepyPasta King,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22792957#p22792957"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Caribica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22792949#p22792949"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: I'm laughing my guts out over how much ANS sounds like anus.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC: <img alt="":rofl:"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_rofl.gif"" title=""ROFL""/> <br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Slenderman The CreepyPasta King <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22792942#p22792942"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>The wound sent waves of the taint gushing out of it. Some soaking in the land causing it to become unhospitable to any creature without the taint and the rest rushing over the troops on the ground. Effectivly killing everyone. Then that body died. The soul went into a hurlock omega. Causing it to grow into another archdemon body. But this time with armor.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC: That dragon's a total godmod if I ever saw one XD</div></blockquote><br/><br/>sarcastic tone:Well it wouldnt make sense for an armored being to turn into a non armored being.<img alt="":rofl:"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_rofl.gif"" title=""ROFL""/><br/><br/>plus in DA the shells would shake him but not break his bones. I lowered the power of it as well.... and i never said the transfoemation was instant."
5181,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=625,2014-12-14T09:02:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote><div><cite>Caribica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22792969#p22792969"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22792953#p22792953"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""Strange, I didn't..."" Schluckauf stood up, dashing out of the com bunker and heading to the reception room of the palace that sat above it. He looked about, trying to find this man who had sent him a message from the telegraph machine in the reception room. Not difficult, for the only other person there was the telegraph operator. <br/><br/>""Colonel Cologne"", he said. ""I am Defence Minister Herbert Schluckauf. You called me?""</div></blockquote><br/>""Afternoon Mr. Schluckauf, I believe I may be able to get that key for you, force is not the answer in this situation, stealth is, allow us to sneak into the compound, get the key out and give it to you, if you go in guns blazing it'll do you no good, they'll get the key outta there before you can say shazam.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""As of now, Princess Anna is currently sending a ship over, where they'll await further orders. If you are able to help, that would be excellent. I believe Christoph Felix is incapacitated in his position as king."" Schluckauf laid a map on the table, pointing at Critellardon's capital. ""The key will likely be in here."""
5182,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=625,2014-12-14T09:02:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote><div><cite>Slenderman The CreepyPasta King <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22792976#p22792976"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22792957#p22792957"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>OOC: <img alt="":rofl:"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_rofl.gif"" title=""ROFL""/> <br/><br/><br/><br/>OOC: That dragon's a total godmod if I ever saw one XD</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Well it wouldnt make sense for an armored being to turn into a non armored being. <img alt="":rofl:"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_rofl.gif"" title=""ROFL""/></div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC: Yeah, but every time we kill him, he'll just come back stronger than ever."
5183,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=625,2014-12-14T09:05:00,Caribica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22792987#p22792987"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Caribica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22792969#p22792969"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Afternoon Mr. Schluckauf, I believe I may be able to get that key for you, force is not the answer in this situation, stealth is, allow us to sneak into the compound, get the key out and give it to you, if you go in guns blazing it'll do you no good, they'll get the key outta there before you can say shazam.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""As of now, Princess Anna is currently sending a ship over, where they'll await further orders. If you are able to help, that would be excellent. I believe Christoph Felix is incapacitated in his position as king."" Schluckauf laid a map on the table, pointing at Critellardon's capital. ""The key will likely be in here.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Damn well we can help, we'll get a fishing boat with our boys up the river, we got the latest in gadgets and gizmos, telescopic sights, a device that can supress the sound of a gunshot and Needle Rifles."""
5184,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=625,2014-12-14T09:08:00,Slenderman The CreepyPasta King,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22792989#p22792989"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Slenderman The CreepyPasta King <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22792976#p22792976"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Well it wouldnt make sense for an armored being to turn into a non armored being. <img alt="":rofl:"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_rofl.gif"" title=""ROFL""/></div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC: Yeah, but every time we kill him, he'll just come back stronger than ever.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC: true but what did you expect from a being that could only be destroyed by a grey warden. (look them up if you want to know how someone becomes one) But more people die trying to become one than actually do."
5185,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=625,2014-12-14T09:15:00,Bunkeranlage,"Schluckauf silently shook the Colonel's hand before drawing his sword and going outside, where fires raged throughout the city. He looked about, seeing his King fly high above the sky, wielding his Millennium Rod and watching out for the Arch Demon's return...<br/><br/>""Well, if this isn't the best day ever"", he muttered sarcastically to himself."
5186,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=625,2014-12-14T10:36:00,Slenderman The CreepyPasta King,"The archdemon decided to stay where he was and plan. Also waiting for the brood mothers to churn out enough darkspawn to make a massive army. He contacted Malefor's father.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Malefor's father<br/><br/>I have decided to wait and plot, i shall send you a platoon of darkspawn for you to command in my absence of the battlefield once enough dark spawn are produced.<br/><br/>-the archdemon</blockquote>"
5187,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=625,2014-12-14T14:11:00,Caribica,"OOC: I wish to correct Colognes title to Commodore after learning marine ranks were similar to naval ranks.<br/>IC: A small gunboat named the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Vengador</span>steams up alongside the mighty Arendellian Ship with Commodore Cologne aboard, while the tiny 3 gun ship may not seem like much compared to the giant 80 gun ship its crew of 30 men continiously boast it's the fastest ship in the world. ""Ahoy! CRS<span style=""font-style: italic"">Vengador</span>requesting permission to board!"" The captain yelled out."
5188,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=625,2014-12-14T15:59:00,Slenderman The CreepyPasta King,"<blockquote><div><cite>Caribica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22792969#p22792969"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22792953#p22792953"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""Strange, I didn't..."" Schluckauf stood up, dashing out of the com bunker and heading to the reception room of the palace that sat above it. He looked about, trying to find this man who had sent him a message from the telegraph machine in the reception room. Not difficult, for the only other person there was the telegraph operator. <br/><br/>""Colonel Cologne"", he said. ""I am Defence Minister Herbert Schluckauf. You called me?""</div></blockquote><br/>""Afternoon Mr. Schluckauf, I believe I may be able to get that key for you, force is not the answer in this situation, stealth is, allow us to sneak into the compound, get the key out and give it to you, if you go in guns blazing it'll do you no good, they'll get the key outta there before you can say shazam.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>-void-"
5189,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=625,2014-12-14T18:47:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote><div><cite>Slenderman The CreepyPasta King <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22797655#p22797655"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Caribica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22792969#p22792969"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Afternoon Mr. Schluckauf, I believe I may be able to get that key for you, force is not the answer in this situation, stealth is, allow us to sneak into the compound, get the key out and give it to you, if you go in guns blazing it'll do you no good, they'll get the key outta there before you can say shazam.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>(IGNORE THIS POST IF ITS NOT THE REJELVEK PALACE)<br/><br/>A hurlock rouge went into the shadows and went into the one place in Rejelvek that was still hospitable, the palace. There it heard a plan to release something. It snuck up behind Colonel Cologne and stabbed him in the back. Then going around to the front with it's dagger still in the Colonel, essentially cutting his abdomen in half.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC:<br/><br/>1. You can't kill another person's characters without his permission.<br/><br/>2. When you brought the dark spawn in, you didn't say anything about all these totally godmoddy powers.<br/><br/>3. There's no way the thing could have heard about the plan. That's meta gaming.<br/><br/>4. It's ""Reykjavík"".<br/><br/>5. Your characters can't just reproduce and create instant armies, that's godmodding."
5190,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=625,2014-12-14T19:10:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22799517#p22799517"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Slenderman The CreepyPasta King <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22797655#p22797655"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>(IGNORE THIS POST IF ITS NOT THE REJELVEK PALACE)<br/><br/>A hurlock rouge went into the shadows and went into the one place in Rejelvek that was still hospitable, the palace. There it heard a plan to release something. It snuck up behind Colonel Cologne and stabbed him in the back. Then going around to the front with it's dagger still in the Colonel, essentially cutting his abdomen in half.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC:<br/><br/>1. You can't kill another person's characters without his permission. <br/><br/>2. When you brought the dark spawn in, you didn't say anything about all these totally godmoddy powers.<br/><br/>3. There's no way the thing could have heard about the plan. That's meta gaming. <br/><br/>4. It's ""Reykjavík"".<br/><br/>5. Your characters can't just reproduce and create instant armies, that's godmodding.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: Everything he says is true."
5191,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=625,2014-12-15T00:28:00,Oceasian Scandinavia,"A few of the darkspawns are now close to the ocean. Right where the Kraken wants them. While creating a path of destruction, one of them is grabbed by the Kraken's tentacles. The giant octopus reveals itself, holding the darkspawn tightly. It releases a thick purple liquid, which covers the dark spawn. It doesn't seem to have an effect at first, but within seconds, smoke can be seen coming out of the body of the dark spawn. And it grows bigger and bigger. After a minute, soldiers close enough to witness the spectacle are treated with the skin of the darkspawn melting away from it's body. And soon, it has no skin, or flesh, for that matter. Thee Kraken lets go of what remains of the demonic creature, seeking other darkspawns as it's target. However, it seems that there isn't many of them at the ocean. They need to be lured. Which is the goal of OS military presence in this battle.<br/><br/>""Dammit, there's only very few of them the Kraken can attack! Well, that's why we're here, though."" Johannesen said.<br/>""Sir, are you sure you wanna do this?"" The commander said.<br/>""Yes, i do intend to get on the battleground myself. Also, don't let anyone find out i'm here. As soon as we won the battle, I'll be dead if that happens.""<br/><br/>And with that, OS soldiers went into the city, trying to lure the darkspawns into the ocean, where the Kraken will finish them all off. First, they must take higher grounds. However, along the way, some of the soldiers got killed by the beasts. The city feels like a maze, as the groups got separated from one another, and can't find their way to gather again. However, once they take higher grounds, the problem will be minimized. Johannesen himself manages to badly injure a darkspawn. He also wants to see Jorgen and the other ruling monarchs for himself, without them knowing that he's in the front line."
5192,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=625,2014-12-15T00:34:00,Bunkeranlage,"With the first attacks of the Kraken, Elsa was convinced that Johannesen was helping them, at least, for now. Her Gronckle flew just above the Dark Spawn, just enough for her to stab a few with her ice bolts, wounding some and killing one. Schluckauf, still dripping wet, took a torch and proceeded to fight the demons, setting one on fire. With all this happening, the city was one big mess.<br/><br/>Jorgen and Christopher, each on the back of a dragon, showed up at the port, where the Dark Spawn had been pushed back by the Guards of the Wilderwest. Using the Millennium Rod, Jorgen was able to get a number of them to jump off the dyke and land in the water, where they became Kraken food. Christopher's Sword of Mountain effortlessly slashed through the crude iron swords of the demons, cutting off hands and other bits and sending them falling off the jetties.<br/><br/>With the Dark Spawn on the verge of defeat, Jorgen flew higher up into the air, looking out for one man, the one man who had formerly tried to overrun his port..."
5193,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=625,2014-12-15T01:11:00,Oceasian Scandinavia,"The Kraken has killed at least 10 of the dark spawns, and there's still more of them. In addition to the Kraken, dark spawns close enough can also be shot by the naval forces, severely weakening them. With help from various 'allies', the dark spawns are on the verge of defeat in the city. The battle is alsmot over. Johannesen notices this, and becomes increasingly sensitive of his surroundings. He doesn't want to get caught by Jorgen, Elsa, Christopher, or any of the other officials. However, his group has nearly reached high ground. One of the groups made it before his, and sent a signal to call the other groups. Now, they're taking out the dark spawns, one by one. Slowly, the dark spawns are lured into the ocean, where the Kraken easily kills them. Now the dark spawns are practically trapped from all sides. The only option they now have is to get killed. However, there's still other things to worry about.<br/><br/>Johannesen is looking everywhere he can, just so he can see Jorgen and the other monarchs. Obviously, he looked up, and saw Jorgen and his dragon, flying through the sky. There's a problem. Jorgen is close to where Johannesen is. He can't afford getting caught. So, Johannesen continues fighting like a normal soldier. He's still trying to look for the other monarchs, and sees deadly ice, which obviously means Elsa is somewhere around. Christopher is currently nowhere to be seen. That's one of the biggest things Johannesen is afraid of. The fear of not knowing where things are.<br/><br/>The fleet that is sent to Greenland is severely reduced in numbers. Almost half of them is gone, battling at Reykjavik. And with that, the rest of the fleet is actually ordered to go back to Torshavn. Although Johannesen himself isn't pleased with his decision, one slip up from OS, and all the other countries will swarm in like bugs. Meanwhile, back at the Faroe Islands, news have spread that there are beings from another dimension, threatening to destroy all of Europe. Some people did not believe this, of course. but the ones who do, panicked. There are workers strikes all around the islands, demanding to get a higher salary from their employers. The military has been ordered to contain the riots, with violence if necessary. Already, 78 workers have been shot to dead by the military."
5194,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=625,2014-12-15T01:20:00,Bunkeranlage,"As Dark Spawn continued to charge around mindlessly, the port soldiers continued fighting on, losing quite a number but also driving the demons off the walls and into the water, or, alternatively, to deaths by defenestration. Elsa herself was able to kill 4 or 5 of them, though her ice powers were weakening. The cold climate helped a bit, and so did her new sword, but these demons were very powerful in a magical sense, and often required brute force to defeat.<br/><br/>Jorgen was able to use his Millennium Rod to get a few to attack each other, though it was difficult, as they had very strong mental defences. Unable to get his dragon to shoot lest the port got damaged, Jorgen had no other choice but to jump into the melee. Twisting the Rod and revealing its hidden dagger, the King also activated his fiery sword, slashing demons all around.<br/><br/>Christopher was at the top of the wall, where the artillery division was confronting the demons there. Using the Sword of Mountain, he was able to throw a few off, but could not easily defeat them. Before long, though, the Monstrous Nightmare Riders jumped in, burning them and grabbing a few to toss to the squid in the water.<br/><br/>Soon, the demons had all been killed or thrown to the Kraken, leaving the Oceasian and Icelandic troops alone on the port. Jorgen landed at the second wall, where Christopher stood, looking at the remaining men. There were minimal friendly casualties, though a few buildings had been wrecked.<br/><br/>""I wonder what PM Johannesen thinks of all this..."""
5195,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=625,2014-12-15T01:41:00,Oceasian Scandinavia,"After practically all of the demons had been killed and/or eaten, the surviving soldiers take a rest for a while. There are about 27% casualties. Johannesen is somewhat relieved, now that the battle is over. But now he must make it back to the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Indominus</span>without being spotted. Sounds easy enough for him. The leader of the soldiers ordered them to walk back to their ships. Soon, the long walk begins. They looked at the destroyed city. Buildings are destroyed, and there are dead bodies everywhere they look. Some of them can't stand looking at the mess, and threw up, to their own embarrassment.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Is this really what I've done before? The tsunami that can cause destruction and misery at this scale?</span>Johannesen thought. He can't hold off a few tears coming out of his eyes. But, he has to look strong, even though no one knows it's him anyway. He has a lot of thoughts coming and battling in his mind, creating a sense of stress for Johannesen.<br/><br/>Eventually, everyone did managed to get back on their ships. However, the trip is not over yet. Johannesen suspects that Jorgen would want to have a talk with the OS military commanders,, so for now, they'll stay at Reykjavik."
5196,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=625,2014-12-15T01:48:00,Bunkeranlage,"True enough, before the (supposed) leader could get onto his ship, a hand thumped him on the shoulder. ""Excuse me"", a voice said. ""Defence Minister Schluckauf would like a word with you and your entourage."" A small group of the top generals of Iceland and exiled leaders from Arendelle and Warfang had gathered in a room in a command centre further inland, near the city centre.<br/><br/>Schluckauf himself stood a few paces behind the man, before deciding that he should speak to the military commander himself. ""Good day to you"", he said in his sandy voice, ""Me and my... superiors would like to discuss some... matters with you.""<br/><br/>In the meantime, ships went about their business, clearing the debris from the port. Due to the mistrust of the Oceasians, the admirals insisted that the Oceasian ships weigh anchor outside the bay. The<span style=""font-style: italic"">Tannhäuser</span>and the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Þorsston</span>steadily escorted the remaining Oceasian ships out of the harbour, before going back in themselves."
5197,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=625,2014-12-15T02:10:00,Caribica,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Dragon Realms Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22799821#p22799821"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22799517#p22799517"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>OOC:<br/><br/>1. You can't kill another person's characters without his permission. <br/><br/>2. When you brought the dark spawn in, you didn't say anything about all these totally godmoddy powers.<br/><br/>3. There's no way the thing could have heard about the plan. That's meta gaming. <br/><br/>4. It's ""Reykjavík"".<br/><br/>5. Your characters can't just reproduce and create instant armies, that's godmodding.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: Everything he says is true.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: Yes thank you."
5198,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=625,2014-12-15T02:20:00,Oceasian Scandinavia,"""Dammit, why can't i just get out of the city?"" the commander rants, as he is brought to a place somewhere in the city. He heard Schluckauf intending to talk to him.<br/>""Good day to you, too. What would your superiors like to discuss with me? Let me guess, it's about OS' stance in the war."" the commander said. He is then taken to a building where he met with military commanders and leaders from the various countries involved in the war.<br/>""Hello, everyone."" He said nervously.<br/><br/>On board the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Indominus</span>, Johannesen is currently doing practically nothing. Discussing with himself about the war, he came to a conclusion that Iceland will have to spend a lot of time re-rebuilding Reykjavik, from the bottom to the top. This gives OS an advantage in the war. However, that's not Johannesen's main priority right now. The workers strikes back at the Faroe Islands show no signs of calming down. In fact, the riots are now more widespread than ever. At the capital, a few workers had break through the military guards defending the national palace, and is now invading the palace. the military is currently trying to retake the palace from the workers. However, this proved to be very difficult, as the palace does contain rooms where weapons and ammunition are stored in case of emergencies.<br/><br/>However, there's bigger things at work. Literally. Some of the lower ranking military members feels that they're not paid enough, and decides to cooperate with the workers. Their target: ONS<span style=""font-style: italic"">Ingenia</span>. With relative ease, the group broke into the ship, kills the guards there, and eventually takes control of the ship. The ship left the port like it was a normal day. Military personnel can only watch, as the hijacked ship slowly leaves the islands. The workers and the traitors are planning to sell the ship to another country, and get tons of money from the deal. ONS<span style=""font-style: italic"">Copas</span>is the leading ship in the hunt for<span style=""font-style: italic"">Ingenia</span>.<br/><br/>Johannesen is informed of this event, on board the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Indominus</span>.<br/>""WTF?! Are they planning to sell it to another country?! National security is at stake here! I want 10 frigates from this bay to search for it, now!"" He shouted angrily."
5199,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=625,2014-12-15T02:29:00,Bunkeranlage,"Commander Wayne was led into a brick building near the gate of the Palace. Four guards of the Wilderwest stood guard outside, armed with battle axes. On seeing Schluckauf and the Commander, all four stood to attention, the Minister weakly saluting them as he pushed the wooden door open.<br/><br/>In the room was a large round table, made of teak wood. A large map of Iceland and the surrounding territories was pinned to a cork board on the wall, with a few pins here and there, marking the locations of several trade blockades. At the table sat 18 people, including Jorgen, Christopher, Elsa and a few of the Caribican generals. As Commander Wayne was ushered to a seat, Schluckauf proceeded to stand next to Jorgen, grabbing his belt and slouching slightly.<br/><br/>""Good day to you, Commander Wayne."" Jorgen poured a glass of water, passing it to the commander. ""Firstly, thank you for coming to the aid of our men in this battle with the demons.""<br/><br/>""I, however, would like to... inquire... into the nature of the motives behind the recent invasion of Reykjavík by Oceasian warships, an attack that was most uncalled for."""
5200,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=625,2014-12-15T02:31:00,Kumbhalgarh,Can I post some pre-war things here? Or should I wait for the OP to accept me.
5201,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=625,2014-12-15T02:32:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22803189#p22803189"">wrote</a>:</cite>Can I post some pre-war things here? Or should I wait for the OP to accept me.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC: I think it would be okay to post for now. I'll consult the OP when he next comes online."
5202,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=625,2014-12-15T02:38:00,Kumbhalgarh,"The Rana of Mewar looked down at the massive army assembled. 50 Hindu nations had come with their armies to Chittorgarh. The muslims of middle east had attacked their northern frontier in Sindh. The brave king, Hastin was killed in battle by a poison tipped arrow, but in these times. One brave nation rallied others behind it. The nation of Mewar. Rana Shwetangsinh knew that mewar alone would be outnumbered 10 to 1. So he filled the other kings with hatred towards the arabs. He sent letters all around. Thousands of soldiers were mobilized. 1,000 elephants were also assembled. Altogether an army of 250,000 had assembled. Against them was the cruel and savage arabs who led an army of 300,000. Both sides had extended their economical condition to the limits. Mewar had even sent messages to europe requesting trade. Rana Shwetangsinh had personally signed the letter containing the message that was being sent to the city of Reykjavík in Europe."
5203,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=650,2014-12-15T02:47:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">The contents of the letter to Reykjavík</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Dear Reykjavíkians,<br/><br/>I the Rana of Mewar request trade between the two nations. We offer you cotton, vegetables, and even soldiers. We request technology in return. As we are currently at war with the Muslims. Please consider this offer and I hope things are well in Reykjavík,<br/><br/><br/>The Rana of Mewar,<br/>Rana Shwetangsinh</span></span><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-ebnc3fW8w7Y/T0JVdX3JJUI/AAAAAAAAAMU/CDZ7Za49CzA/s1600/RAJPUTI+LOGOS+BY+VIKRAMSA+(7).jpg""/>"
5204,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=650,2014-12-15T02:53:00,Oceasian Scandinavia,"""Well, for that, you would have to ask Johannesen himself, and, well, he's not here. However, we still consider Malefor a major threat at the time. In order to protect our own homeland, we made a deal with Malefor, in hopes that Johannesen can deceive Malefor and eventually bring him down."" The commander said.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, 10 frigates are sent to search for the missing<span style=""font-style: italic"">Ingenia</span>, in addition to the fleet led by ONS<span style=""font-style: italic"">Copas</span>. With no clues as to where the ship is going, an entire fleet is sent to blockade Critellardon, the DRE and it's occupied territories, and, of course, Iceland. However, the blockade won't be that effective for the next few days. The ship is last seen heading east, towards Arendelle. So, a lot of the ships are concentrated off the coasts of Arendelle. However, the military is considering the possibility that this is just a deception to fool an entire fleet.<br/><br/>In fact, the ship is actually heading towards Critellardon. The hijackers intend to sell the ship to the Critellardon military, after rumors have sparked that Critellardon has attacked Weseltonian borders. Johannesen has a plan of his own. Being the traitorous trickster he is, he plans to use the actual 120-gunner ONS<span style=""font-style: italic"">Velhar</span>as a decoy. He intends to tell the other countries that the ship is currently hijacked, and is possibly being hijacked so that whoever is controlling it can sell the ship, and make tons of money. To do this, Johannesen has actually paid the crew members of the ship to ""hijack"" it. They were told that they will be evacuated when the time arrives, but it was all a lie. Once the ship has set off from Torshavn, Johannesen sent the Kraken to destroy the ship when the time arrives, removing any piece of evidence of the conspiracy.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">From: O. Scandinavia<br/>To: Other nations involved in the war<br/><br/>Now, i do know that our countries are, by no means, on friendly terms. However, it has come to my attention that ONS <span style=""font-style: italic"">Velhar</span>, a large 120-gunner flagship, has been stolen by military personnel and workers. We suspect that the ship would then be sold to another country by the hijackers. This could cause massive destruction of harbors all across northern Europe. Please help us.</blockquote>"
5205,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=650,2014-12-15T02:55:00,Bunkeranlage,"Jorgen excused himself from the meeting to go into the next room, where a telegraph operator had received a message. ""From India?"" Jorgen said, surprised. ""That's rather new...""<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Rana Shwetangsinh,<br/><br/>Greetings! I hope things are well for you in India.<br/><br/>Unfortunately, as our nation is currently undergoing a war with some enemies, I have had to halt the majority of non-essential production for the time being. As I am currently in the midst of a diplomatic discussion, this will be addressed shortly. <br/><br/>In the meantime, however, I will be more than glad to establish another ally for my nation. Historically, Iceland has had many allies in Europe, but never one from Asia. I think that a first time in this aspect would be good. As we are geologically active, we have a large supply of minerals here, as well as a healthy fishing industry. Your cotton would be most welcome here.<br/><br/>When it is convenient, I will send an ambassador over to your nation. I currently have a man in mind- he is fluent in Hindi and Tamil, and has 22 years of political experience.<br/><br/>Yours Truly,<br/><br/>Jorgen III Ólafsson</blockquote>"
5206,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=650,2014-12-15T03:04:00,Bunkeranlage,"As news of Oceasia's blockade spread, so did the terror of war. Just shortly after Jorgen's telegram was wired to India, another one came in from the outpost in Bjørnøya, informing the military leaders of OS's decision to blockade all trade routes. As the telegraph operator showed the new message to the King, all eyes shifted to the Oceasian men seated at one end of the table. Schluckauf bent over, putting his palms on the desk.<br/><br/>""Is your PM aware, Commander Wayne, that it is impossible to blockade Iceland?""<br/><br/>Schluckauf stepped over to the map, where he proceeded to point at the various markings all over. ""We have one of the most powerful navies in Europe"", he said. ""We would have no intention of stealing your warship. Furthermore, it has been shown that this warship is on its way to Arendelle. A much wiser choice would be, of course, to establish communications with Arendelle."" As the Minister spoke, Elsa stood up. ""Crown Princess Anna, currently in charge of Arendelle due to my absence, has informed me that we do not have a navy"", she said gravely. ""While I do not believe she would attempt to do such a thing, one can never be too sure."" She flicked her fingers, prompting the telegraph operator to bring three telegram machines into the main meeting room. ""I'm going to contact her myself.""<br/><br/>Jorgen said, ""If it pleases you, Commander, my navy would be able to assist in the search for your ship."" He took one of the machines and dragged it over to where Commander Wayne was sitting, calling another telegraph operator over. ""Why don't you contact the PM yourself?""<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Anna,<br/><br/>Have any of our port outposts seen an Oceasian man-of-war pass through?<br/><br/>- Elsa</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">No<br/><br/>- Anna</blockquote><br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To the Oceasian Gov't,<br/><br/>We are currently unaware of your ship's whereabouts, but we will keep a eye out for it in any way possible. <br/><br/>However, should it pose a threat to civilian targets, we will not hesitate to sink it on sight.<br/><br/>- Krönprinzessin Anna Felixsson</blockquote>"
5207,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=650,2014-12-15T03:29:00,Oceasian Scandinavia,"""Well, Johannesen would've already know that there's a missing ship by now, for obvious reasons, but I'll contact him."" The commander said. He then did contact Johannesen about the news.<br/>""Well, i know Iceland wouldn't do such a thing, but i also know they're not behind all of this. And of course they would sink it on sight if it poses a threat."" Johannesen said, as he reads through his documents. ""That doesn't matter. I still have my own schemes.""<br/><br/>ONS<span style=""font-style: italic"">Velhar</span>is ordered by Johannesen to head to Arendelle. Unbeknownst to them, the Kraken, sent by Johannesen to sink the ship when the time comes, is currently following them. ONS<span style=""font-style: italic"">Copas</span>and the rest of it's fleet has searched the western coasts of Arendelle, and found no clues to the whereabouts of the ship. ONS<span style=""font-style: italic"">Ingenia</span>will make it through the blockade rote before the blockade would even be set up. The hijacked ship is currently entering the North Sea, with no other ships in the vicinity. However, a large merchant ship is spotted a few miles ahead. The ship appears to be from Critellardon. As a show of force, and to get other countries to not trust Johannesen, they plan to sink the ship as quick as possible. And when they got a clear view, the ship opens fire. Within minutes, the merchant ship is no more."
5208,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=650,2014-12-15T03:44:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote><div><cite>Oceasian Scandinavia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22803432#p22803432"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Well, Johannesen would've already know that there's a missing ship by now, for obvious reasons, but I'll contact him."" The commander said. He then did contact Johannesen about the news.<br/>""Well, i know Iceland wouldn't do such a thing, but i also know they're not behind all of this. And of course they would sink it on sight if it poses a threat."" Johannesen said, as he reads through his documents. ""That doesn't matter. I still have my own schemes.""<br/><br/>ONS <span style=""font-style: italic"">Velhar</span> is ordered by Johannesen to head to Arendelle. Unbeknownst to them, the Kraken, sent by Johannesen to sink the ship when the time comes, is currently following them. ONS <span style=""font-style: italic"">Copas</span> and the rest of it's fleet has searched the western coasts of Arendelle, and found no clues to the whereabouts of the ship. ONS <span style=""font-style: italic"">Ingenia</span> will make it through the blockade rote before the blockade would even be set up. The hijacked ship is currently entering the North Sea, with no other ships in the vicinity. However, a large merchant ship is spotted a few miles ahead. The ship appears to be from Critellardon. As a show of force, and to get other countries to not trust Johannesen, they plan to sink the ship as quick as possible. And when they got a clear view, the ship opens fire. Within minutes, the merchant ship is no more.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC: Arendelle threatens to sink the ship, not Iceland."
5209,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=650,2014-12-15T03:51:00,Oceasian Scandinavia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22803488#p22803488"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Oceasian Scandinavia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22803432#p22803432"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Well, Johannesen would've already know that there's a missing ship by now, for obvious reasons, but I'll contact him."" The commander said. He then did contact Johannesen about the news.<br/>""Well, i know Iceland wouldn't do such a thing, but i also know they're not behind all of this. And of course they would sink it on sight if it poses a threat."" Johannesen said, as he reads through his documents. ""That doesn't matter. I still have my own schemes.""<br/><br/>ONS <span style=""font-style: italic"">Velhar</span> is ordered by Johannesen to head to Arendelle. Unbeknownst to them, the Kraken, sent by Johannesen to sink the ship when the time comes, is currently following them. ONS <span style=""font-style: italic"">Copas</span> and the rest of it's fleet has searched the western coasts of Arendelle, and found no clues to the whereabouts of the ship. ONS <span style=""font-style: italic"">Ingenia</span> will make it through the blockade rote before the blockade would even be set up. The hijacked ship is currently entering the North Sea, with no other ships in the vicinity. However, a large merchant ship is spotted a few miles ahead. The ship appears to be from Critellardon. As a show of force, and to get other countries to not trust Johannesen, they plan to sink the ship as quick as possible. And when they got a clear view, the ship opens fire. Within minutes, the merchant ship is no more.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC: Arendelle threatens to sink the ship, not Iceland.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: I know that. I was referring to Arendelle when i wrote that. I could've worded it better, though."
5210,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=650,2014-12-15T03:58:00,Bunkeranlage,"The destruction of the merchant ship was witnessed by an Arendelle naval vessel, the brigantine ANS<span style=""font-style: italic"">Haakon</span>. It rapidly turned, heading back to Oslo and reporting its findings to Princess Anna.<br/><br/>""What?"" she exclaimed. ""The PM of Oceasian Scandinavia has resorted to such dirty, underhand tactics? escending to the level of a mere pirate? I will not stand for this!"" She stormed into the telegram room, wiring numerous telegrams to the various other nations, including Iceland's new ally, India.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">TO: The leaders of Europe (OOC: Excluding OS)<br/><br/>My men have reported the sinking of a merchant vessel by an Oceasian warship. I should like to know your position on this matter. Unfortunately, my ship was unable to collect more information, and the warship managed to get away.<br/><br/>I would advise fortifying your cities, in case of an attack.<br/><br/>- Kroönprinzessin Anna Felixsson</blockquote>"
5211,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=650,2014-12-15T05:19:00,Slenderman The CreepyPasta King,OOC: I edited that entire post out
5212,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=650,2014-12-15T05:31:00,Caribica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22803521#p22803521"">wrote</a>:</cite>The destruction of the merchant ship was witnessed by an Arendelle naval vessel, the brigantine ANS <span style=""font-style: italic"">Haakon</span>. It rapidly turned, heading back to Oslo and reporting its findings to Princess Anna. <br/><br/>""What?"" she exclaimed. ""The PM of Oceasian Scandinavia has resorted to such dirty, underhand tactics? escending to the level of a mere pirate? I will not stand for this!"" She stormed into the telegram room, wiring numerous telegrams to the various other nations, including Iceland's new ally, India. <br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">TO: The leaders of Europe (OOC: Excluding OS)<br/><br/>My men have reported the sinking of a merchant vessel by an Oceasian warship. I should like to know your position on this matter. Unfortunately, my ship was unable to collect more information, and the warship managed to get away.<br/><br/>I would advise fortifying your cities, in case of an attack.<br/><br/>- Kroönprinzessin Anna Felixsson</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Dear Leaders of Europe,<br/>We know this trick, back during the Revolution the Hispanish navy was full of corrupt officers in command of mighty ships we did not have, we hired one of them to fly our flag, claim they were hijacked and terrorize the northern coast of Hispain, I knew the clever bastard would come to this, after the Archemon is destroyed we eliminate OS.<br/>Sincerely, President Tomas Palma</blockquote>"
5213,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=650,2014-12-15T05:46:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">President Palma,<br/><br/>As it is within the interests of both our countries to preserve peace, I would like to request an alliance between our two respective nations.<br/><br/>- Krönprinzessin Anna Felixsson</blockquote><br/><br/>-RESERVED FOR EXPANSION-"
5214,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=650,2014-12-15T06:39:00,Oceasian Scandinavia,"Johannesen has received news of the sinking of the merchant ship. He was absolutely shocked by it. It was not a part of his plan to sink another ship. Based on the spot where the ship is sunk, the search party will be concentrated on the North Sea, specifically, along the coasts of Critellardon. Johannesen then thought about the long term consequences of this event. Worst case scenario is always the top consideration. And in this case, the worst case scenario would be total annihilation of OS by Iceland, Arendelle, and their allies. This problem needs to be fixed. ONS<span style=""font-style: italic"">Velhar</span>is ordered to head south, towards the concentrated search area. They are told to keep distance away from other ships.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, at night, on board the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Ingenia</span>, the hijackers are minding their own business, not really doing anything. However, one of the hijackers, non-military, is found shot to dead. the perpetrator of the murder is unknown. After this event, everyone on the ship keeps their distance away from each other. An hour later, another non-military hijacker is found shot to dead on board. And an hour later, all hell breaks loose. The military hijackers are trying to kill the non-military hijackers, leading to a full-scale shootout on board the ship. After non-stop gunshots can be heard throughout the ship, it stops after around 20 minutes. All of the non-military hijackers are shot to dead by the military hijackers. They have a secret plan of their own. Defect to Critellardon.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">From: Defectors from the OS navy<br/>To: Greater Critellardon<br/><br/>We don't know if you have heard news that an Oceasian naval ship is hijacked, but we're here to tell you that it's us. Tomorrow, at 1200 hours, we will arrive at your westernmost port. We plan to defect from OS to Critellardon. That is all, thank you very much.</blockquote>"
5215,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=650,2014-12-15T06:50:00,Bunkeranlage,"""Well?"" Jorgen raised an eyebrow. ""If you're not responsible for the attack on the merchants, who is?"" He stood up, pointing at the map. ""As you can see, we have charted out the locations of major Naval presence in the Atlantic, and the coordinates of the attack are far from any fleet. If it was perpetrated by an Oceasian ship, I'm inclined to believe it was a<span style=""font-style: italic"">rogue</span>OCeasian ship..."" He paused, sipping from his glass of water, before continuing, ""What's your view on this?""<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>In the meantime, Critellardon's unstable political situation did not improve. An Icelandic embassy was raided by mobsters, the ambassador defenestrated, and the rest of the staff taken hostage. An Arendelle embassy was worse, with the people locked inside and the building blown up with barrels of gunpowder and liquor.<br/><br/>Iceland's government was unable to do a thing about this, being bogged down with the conflict in the North. Arendelle, however, rapidly issued threats against Critellardon, often against Princess Anna's will and outside of her knowledge. The Critellar embassy in Arendelle was, in turn, destroyed. Arendelle police units brought artillery into the Embassy District, destroying the embassy and brutally killing the staff.<br/><br/>""We can't let this continue. Stop them immediately!""<br/><br/>Little did Anna know, another force was at work there..."
5216,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=650,2014-12-15T07:05:00,Oceasian Scandinavia,"""Well, as said before, we believe that workers that feels underpaid, probably along with some military personnel, decided to hijack the ship, and then sell it to another country. From the looks of it, it seems like they're heading towards Critellardon."" The commander said.<br/><br/>The hunt for<span style=""font-style: italic"">Ingenia</span>is now on it's full swing. It's now 0300 hours. In about 9 hours, the hijackers of the ship are expecting to arrive at Critellardon and defect to them. However, victory isn't so certain for them. ONS<span style=""font-style: italic"">Copas</span>and her fleet are much faster than them, and they're approaching fast. Johannesen has issued a direct order to have the brigs block the ship's way from getting into Critellardon waters. The brigs must be ahead of the ship before they reach Critellardon territory, or the entire operation is for nothing. However, even if the brigs got ahead of the ship, they can easily be destroyed by the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Ingenia</span>'s cannons. ONS<span style=""font-style: italic"">Verhal</span>is also heading south, towards the same location."
5217,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=650,2014-12-15T07:12:00,Kumbhalgarh,"Rana Shwetangsinh and his army of 250,000 was marching towards the battle plains. Trade between Mewar and Reykajavikhad ensued and shwetang had sent cotton, silk, and grapes for Reykajavik. They would take the muslims on at the battle for sindh, and hopefully defeat them. After defeating them Shwetangsinh would march forward and capture important muslims territories. Thus supressing their empire fully, but before that he sent a telegram to all the european nations:<br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Dear European Kings</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">I the Rana of Mewar am proud to state that the first link of alliance between India and Europe has been established. As you know india is a flourishing nation and has many soldiers and national resources. I would like to form an alliance with the other european kings as well.</span></span>"
5218,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=650,2014-12-15T07:14:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote><div><cite>Oceasian Scandinavia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22804221#p22804221"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Well, as said before, we believe that workers that feels underpaid, probably along with some military personnel, decided to hijack the ship, and then sell it to another country. From the looks of it, it seems like they're heading towards Critellardon."" The commander said.<br/><br/>The hunt for <span style=""font-style: italic"">Ingenia</span> is now on it's full swing. It's now 0300 hours. In about 9 hours, the hijackers of the ship are expecting to arrive at Critellardon and defect to them. However, victory isn't so certain for them. ONS <span style=""font-style: italic"">Copas</span> and her fleet are much faster than them, and they're approaching fast. Johannesen has issued a direct order to have the brigs block the ship's way from getting into Critellardon waters. The brigs must be ahead of the ship before they reach Critellardon territory, or the entire operation is for nothing. However, even if the brigs got ahead of the ship, they can easily be destroyed by the <span style=""font-style: italic"">Ingenia</span>'s cannons. ONS <span style=""font-style: italic"">Verhal</span> is also heading south, towards the same location.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""If it is of any help, I can send a number of vessels to help intercept the ship.""<br/><br/>Jorgen pointed at Critellardon's coasts. ""My navy has always maintained its presence along there. I should be able to send ships to intercept it quickly.""<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">GOV'T OF ARENDELLE<br/><br/>OFFICIAL DECLARATIONS<br/><br/>1. The government and military of Arendelle declares the invalidity of Crown Princess Anna's rule, and will enforce martial law following the forced abdication of said princess.<br/><br/>2. The government and military of Arendelle declares war on the following nations:<br/><br/>- Iceland<br/>- Critellardon<br/>- Any allies of the above two</span></span><br/><br/>- General Keldo Hager, Royal Arendelle Military</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">PM Johannesen,<br/><br/>I understand that is within your interests to claim Iceland and her colonies as your own. I propose this:<br/><br/>1. You aid us in destroying Critellardon, and in disposing of Crown Princess Anna<br/>2. We annex Svalbard and give it to you as a base to attack Iceland's mainland.<br/><br/>Yours,<br/><br/>Keldo Hager, Gen. Arendelle</blockquote>"
5219,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=650,2014-12-15T07:28:00,Oceasian Scandinavia,"""Wait, you have naval ships out there all this time? How do i not know this? Actually, i think we may need your help. The ship will arrive at Critellardon's ports in a matter of hours."" The commander said.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, Johannesen receives the letter from Arendelle. Seems interesting to him.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">From: O. Scandinavia<br/>To: Hager's Arendelle<br/><br/>Did you just overthrow the government of Princess Anna? Well, i guess that explains the rumors of embassy crisis all over the place. Well, that's kind of difficult. I'm currently at the port of Reykjavik right now. Plus, we have another problem. One of our ships have been hijacked. And you know i don't have enough power to destroy Critellardon. I don't even have a reason to. Unless the current ship crisis turns into a battle between our navy and Critellardon's navy, it's not gonna happen. However, i could help you get rid of Princess Anna. How can i help? And, of course, Svalbard.</blockquote>"
5220,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=650,2014-12-15T07:34:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote><div><cite>Oceasian Scandinavia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22804374#p22804374"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Wait, you have naval ships out there all this time? How do i not know this? Actually, i think we may need your help. The ship will arrive at Critellardon's ports in a matter of hours."" The commander said.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, Johannesen receives the letter from Arendelle. Seems interesting to him. <br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">From: O. Scandinavia<br/>To: Hager's Arendelle<br/><br/>Did you just overthrow the government of Princess Anna? Well, i guess that explains the rumors of embassy crisis all over the place. Well, that's kind of difficult. I'm currently at the port of Reykjavik right now. Plus, we have another problem. One of our ships have been hijacked. And you know i don't have enough power to destroy Critellardon. I don't even have a reason to. Unless the current ship crisis turns into a battle between our navy and Critellardon's navy, it's not gonna happen. However, i could help you get rid of Princess Anna. How can i help? And, of course, Svalbard.</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC: 666 posts<img alt="":shock:"" src=""./images/smilies/icon_eek.gif"" title=""Shocked""/><br/>IC:<br/><br/>Jorgen sat down at the telegraph machine, wiring orders. Eventually, he looked up at the commander. ""I've just ordered 11 warships to divert and intercept this other... ship. Tell me, what's the firepower of this rogue warship? 100? 120? Less or more than that?""<br/><br/>The rest of the generals began discussing. ""Elsa, I don't think the OCeasians can hold off much longer"", Christopher whispered, out of Wayne's earshot.<br/><hr/><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Johannesen,<br/><br/>It's simple. Have a man at your embassy sneak into the castle and assassinate Anna. I will ensure the cover up is proper. What I'll do is to blame the assassination on a rogue embassy personnel, and I'll have him hanged. <br/><br/>Next, it'll be your turn. You will come out publicly and apologise for the actions of the staff. You will then offer ""reparations"" to Arendelle, and we will accept, telling the other nations not to create enmity with you.<br/><br/>That's all you'll need to do. The rest will be handled by me. <br/><br/>- Keldo Hager</blockquote>"
5221,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=650,2014-12-15T07:44:00,Caribica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22803854#p22803854"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">President Palma,<br/><br/>As it is within the interests of both our countries to preserve peace, I would like to request an alliance between our two respective nations.<br/><br/>- Krönprinzessin Anna Felixsson</blockquote><br/><br/>-RESERVED FOR EXPANSION-</div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Dear Anna Felixsson,<br/>We accept your proposal and I shall see to it that 16,000 men are sent to aid you in putting down this coup you are experiencing.<br/>Sincerely, Tomas Palma</blockquote>"
5222,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=650,2014-12-15T07:48:00,Caribica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22804264#p22804264"">wrote</a>:</cite>Rana Shwetangsinh and his army of 250,000 was marching towards the battle plains. Trade between Mewar and Reykajavikhad ensued and shwetang had sent cotton, silk, and grapes for Reykajavik. They would take the muslims on at the battle for sindh, and hopefully defeat them. After defeating them Shwetangsinh would march forward and capture important muslims territories. Thus supressing their empire fully, but before that he sent a telegram to all the european nations:<br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Dear European Kings</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">I the Rana of Mewar am proud to state that the first link of alliance between India and Europe has been established. As you know india is a flourishing nation and has many soldiers and national resources. I would like to form an alliance with the other european kings as well.</span></span></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Dear Rana of Mewar,<br/>I am Tomas Palma, president of the Caribican Republic, we wish to enter a trade agreement, you send us silk and spices and we send you cheese, sugar, coffee, and fish.<br/>Sincerely, President Tomas Palma</blockquote><br/>Meanwhile in the Atlantic 2 Maria class 26 gun ironclads join the hunt for the rouge ship."
5223,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=650,2014-12-15T07:49:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote><div><cite>Caribica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22804512#p22804512"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22803854#p22803854"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">President Palma,<br/><br/>As it is within the interests of both our countries to preserve peace, I would like to request an alliance between our two respective nations.<br/><br/>- Krönprinzessin Anna Felixsson</blockquote><br/><br/>-RESERVED FOR EXPANSION-</div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Dear Anna Felixsson,<br/>We accept your proposal and I shall see to it that 16,000 men are sent to aid you in putting down this coup you are experiencing.<br/>Sincerely, Tomas Palma</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC: They don't know about the coup."
5224,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=650,2014-12-15T07:53:00,Caribica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22804560#p22804560"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Caribica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22804512#p22804512"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Dear Anna Felixsson,<br/>We accept your proposal and I shall see to it that 16,000 men are sent to aid you in putting down this coup you are experiencing.<br/>Sincerely, Tomas Palma</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC: They don't know about the coup.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: Who doesn't Caribica or Anna?"
5225,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=650,2014-12-15T07:54:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote><div><cite>Caribica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22804598#p22804598"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22804560#p22804560"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>OOC: They don't know about the coup.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: Who doesn't Caribica or Anna?</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC: Caribica. Anna is aware of it, but underestimates the intentions of the coup leaders."
5226,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=650,2014-12-15T07:55:00,Caribica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22804611#p22804611"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Caribica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22804598#p22804598"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: Who doesn't Caribica or Anna?</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC: Caribica. Anna is aware of it, but underestimates the intentions of the coup leaders.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: but they made a public declaration."
5227,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=650,2014-12-15T07:56:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote><div><cite>Caribica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22804625#p22804625"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22804611#p22804611"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>OOC: Caribica. Anna is aware of it, but underestimates the intentions of the coup leaders.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: but they made a public declaration.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC:<img alt="":palm:"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_facepalm.gif"" title=""Facepalm""/>That's what happens when I don't have access to tea. Ignore this conversation."
5228,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=675,2014-12-15T08:06:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">PResident Palma,<br/><br/>Thank you, but are you sure your men are capable of doing so? <br/><br/>- Anna of Arendelle</blockquote><br/><br/>Shortly afterwards, the palace was stormed down by a mob, which ripped the rooms apart and massacred the staff. The mob had no connection with Hager. As Princess Anna tried to escape from the palace, a spear was thrown, nearly hitting her.<br/><br/>Anna ran upstairs to the Bishop's room, opening the door and bolting it. ""Bishop!"" she screamed. ""We must get out of here!"" The Bishop looked at her and smiled.<br/><br/>""Do you still have the Bible I gave to you?""<br/><br/>""...Yes...?""<br/><br/>""Good. Take it with you and run out!""<br/><br/>With that, the old man stood up and took a sword from inside the closet. ""Jump out the window, my Princess!"" he said. ""There's a pond below."" Princess Anna stopped. ""Aren't you coming along?"" The Bishop looked at the door, continuing, ""My time is up. Yours isn't.""<br/><br/>As a tearful Anna jumped out of the window, landing in the pond below, the door was broken down, and the Bishop brutally cut down by the mobsters. The Princess ran as fast as she could, getting to the port, where some abandoned ships lay. As she looked around, the mob turned around, heading straight for the port. Apparently, someone had spotted her...<br/><br/>""Your Highness! Over here!""<br/><br/>In a brig, six men were hiding. One of them beckoned the Princess to come on board, which she gladly did. Before the mob came any closer, cannon fire rang from the brig, smashing through the horde of mindless gangsters. The anchor was raised, and the seven people left Oslo to the dogs. Anna looked at the city with a telescope, just able to see the mob hanging the head of General Keldo Hager on a lamppost."
5229,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=675,2014-12-15T08:09:00,Caribica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22804702#p22804702"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">PResident Palma,<br/><br/>Thank you, but are you sure your men are capable of doing so? <br/><br/>- Anna of Arendelle</blockquote><br/><br/>Shortly afterwards, the palace was stormed down by a mob, which ripped the rooms apart and massacred the staff. The mob had no connection with Hager. As Princess Anna tried to escape from the palace, a spear was thrown, nearly hitting her. <br/><br/>Anna ran upstairs to the Bishop's room, opening the door and bolting it. ""Bishop!"" she screamed. ""We must get out of here!"" The Bishop looked at her and smiled. <br/><br/>""Do you still have the Bible I gave to you?""<br/><br/>""...Yes...?""<br/><br/>""Good. Take it with you and run out!"" <br/><br/>With that, the old man stood up and took a sword from inside the closet. ""Jump out the window, my Princess!"" he said. ""There's a pond below."" Princess Anna stopped. ""Aren't you coming along?"" The Bishop looked at the door, continuing, ""My time is up. Yours isn't.""<br/><br/>As a tearful Anna jumped out of the window, landing in the pond below, the door was broken down, and the Bishop brutally cut down by the mobsters. The Princess ran as fast as she could, getting to the port, where some abandoned ships lay. As she looked around, the mob turned around, heading straight for the port. Apparently, someone had spotted her...<br/><br/>""Your Highness! Over here!""<br/><br/>In a brig, six men were hiding. One of them beckoned the Princess to come on board, which she gladly did. Before the mob came any closer, cannon fire rang from the brig, smashing through the horde of mindless gangsters. The anchor was raised, and the seven people left Oslo to the dogs. Anna looked at the city with a telescope, just able to see the mob hanging the head of General Keldo Hager on a lamppost.</div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Anna-<br/>Yes, I'm certain, as for your frigate waiting to capture the final bronze key, are they still loyal?<br/>Palma</blockquote>"
5230,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=675,2014-12-15T11:29:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22804629#p22804629"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Caribica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22804625#p22804625"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: but they made a public declaration.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC: <img alt="":palm:"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_facepalm.gif"" title=""Facepalm""/> That's what happens when I don't have access to tea. Ignore this conversation.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Ooc: your country is in need of tea? We can supply you tea."
5231,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=675,2014-12-15T13:44:00,Caribica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22806283#p22806283"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22804629#p22804629"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>OOC: <img alt="":palm:"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_facepalm.gif"" title=""Facepalm""/> That's what happens when I don't have access to tea. Ignore this conversation.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Ooc: your country is in need of tea? We can supply you tea.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC:<img alt="":rofl:"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_rofl.gif"" title=""ROFL""/>no he just meant he needed tea as a person, it's understandable as he's Chinese. (Sorry if that was a stereotype)"
5232,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=675,2014-12-15T15:22:00,Caribica,"A young lieutenant approached Commodore Cologne In his tiny cramped office aboard the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Vengador</span>. ""Commodore Cologne?"" He asked, ""The SIE just managed to steal a map of the compound where the key is being held in Frankfurt for us.""<br/>""Excellent, we leave at dawn, 0500 hours."" The commodore replied."
5233,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=675,2014-12-15T18:30:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote><div><cite>Caribica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22807466#p22807466"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22806283#p22806283"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Ooc: your country is in need of tea? We can supply you tea.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: <img alt="":rofl:"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_rofl.gif"" title=""ROFL""/> no he just meant he needed tea as a person, it's understandable as he's Chinese. (Sorry if that was a stereotype)</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC: Actually, I prefer Earl Grey. I seldom drink Chinese tea<img alt="":P"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_tongue.gif"" title=""Razz""/><br/><br/>IC:<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">TO: The leaders of Europe ((OOC: Everyone, including OS and DRE))<br/><br/>I have been overthrown in a coup at Arendelle. All of my men are dead, and a mob of anarchists has taken control of the palace. If anybody is able to provide help, I beseech you, help me!<br/><br/>- Princess Anna of Arendelle</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Adm. Haakon Kjeldberg, Adm. Ingvär Hólgerssón, Adm. Freja Björnsdóttir, Adm. Hjörleifúr Dagúrsson,<br/><br/>This is a direct order from the Office of the King to divert your fleets to Critellar maritime territory. <br/><br/>If you encounter an Oceasian man of war there, do NOT open fire. Instead, board it and take command of it. Further orders will be given later.<br/><br/>- Jorgen III</blockquote>"
5234,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=675,2014-12-15T19:11:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To Anna<br/>Oh It would be easy to help you, It really would be, But if your sister told you what happened at Iceland I am sure you know I am not one for compassion. You must want my son Malefor, who will NOT be able to help you. Although if you had married My ally Hans I might've been willing to help you.<br/>The Dragon King</blockquote><br/>OOC: Anyone want to help me come up with a name?"
5235,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=675,2014-12-15T19:13:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Dragon Realms Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22811304#p22811304"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To Anna<br/>Oh It would be easy to help you, It really would be, But if your sister told you what happened at Iceland I am sure you know I am not one for compassion. You must want my son Malefor, who will NOT be able to help you. Although if you had married My ally Hans I might've been willing to help you.<br/>The Dragon King</blockquote><br/>OOC: Anyone want to help me come up with a name?</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC: A name for what?"
5236,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=675,2014-12-15T19:16:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22811334#p22811334"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Dragon Realms Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22811304#p22811304"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To Anna<br/>Oh It would be easy to help you, It really would be, But if your sister told you what happened at Iceland I am sure you know I am not one for compassion. You must want my son Malefor, who will NOT be able to help you. Although if you had married My ally Hans I might've been willing to help you.<br/>The Dragon King</blockquote><br/>OOC: Anyone want to help me come up with a name?</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC: A name for what?</div></blockquote><br/>OOC:The father. Also, will you answer the letter?"
5237,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=675,2014-12-15T23:29:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Dragon Realms Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22811304#p22811304"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To Anna<br/>Oh It would be easy to help you, It really would be, But if your sister told you what happened at Iceland I am sure you know I am not one for compassion. You must want my son Malefor, who will NOT be able to help you. Although if you had married My ally Hans I might've been willing to help you.<br/>The Dragon King</blockquote><br/>-snippity-</div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">You are Malefor's father, I presume? If that is the case, have you been manipulating him to do your bidding?<br/><br/>The amount of destruction you have created here is unspeakable.<br/><br/>- Anna</blockquote>"
5238,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=675,2014-12-16T01:50:00,Oceasian Scandinavia,"0600 hours. Two brigs, ONS<span style=""font-style: italic"">Onxip</span>and<span style=""font-style: italic"">Howlar</span>are now ahead of the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Ingenia</span>. After approximately calculating things, Johannesen ordered the two brigs in a way that they will meet the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Ingenia</span>at around the same time. They will go on either side of the hijacked ship. 0800 hours. With only 4 hours left, the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Onxip</span>finally came across<span style=""font-style: italic"">Ingenia</span>. The plan is to board the ship, and then take control of it, ending the conflict without Critellardon intervening. However, their plan isn't met without the hijackers fighting back.<br/><br/>""Damn! Prepare to fire the cannons!"" Capt. Joseph Weaving, leader of the hijackers, will shoot at the crew of the ship himself, along with a few others.<br/>""Fire the cannons!"" He shouted.<br/><br/>As cannonballs rain down on the small<span style=""font-style: italic"">Onxip</span>. In the midst of the confusion, Weaving and his team killed 3 of the crew members. The brig collided with the warship, but they're strong enough to take a hit from a small brig. With the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Onxip</span>practically doomed, the surviving crew members created a hole big enough for one of them to fit through at a time. 2 more crew members are killed. Only 10 remain. Weaving notices that all of the enemy's crew is gone. He looked closely, wondering how they suddenly disappear. After 30 seconds, he realizes that they're on board the ship.<br/><br/>""Head to the lowest deck!"" He shouted. Soon, 20 of his crew members are on the lowest deck of the ship, hunting down for the counter-hijackers. They have more powerful firearms, and double the numbers, but that won't stop their opponent from hiding incredibly well. He spots one of them running away. Weaving tries to shoot at him, but the man got away. Soon, one of Weaving's crew members are shot in the head. Seconds later, the deck is filled with dead bodies from both sides. After the shootout, Weaving notices that 7 of the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Onxip</span>crew members lay dead. There's still 3 more of them on the ship. Suddenly, he heard a gunshot coming from the poop deck, and realizes that he has been tricked. He and his team rushed towards the poop deck, only to find his crew members stationed around there shot and killed. The 3 remaining survivors are nowhere to be seen. The 3 survivors all came out of their hiding at the same time, killing 3 of Weaving's crew members. Weaving's team is now outgunned by them. They retreated into the ship to find any surviving crew members. With<span style=""font-style: italic"">Onxip's</span>crew now in control, they turned the ship around, heading towards the Faroe Islands. However, their victory is short-lived, as Weaving's crew returned, killing all of them within 5 seconds. With this incident over, Weaving now turns to Plan B.<br/><br/>""Reroute the ship to the DRE.""<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">From: Joseph Weaving<br/>To: The DRE<br/><br/>You may have heard recently of an Oceasian naval ship hijacked. I am the leader of the hijackers. I hereby request to defect to your nation. You can even have the ship if you want to. Please accept our request.</blockquote><br/><br/>With the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Ingenia</span>now heading towards the DRE, the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Howlar</span>never found the hijacked ship. However, they spotted what remains of the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Onxip</span>, which is slowly sinking into the bottom of the ocean. It is now past 1200 hours. The brig approaches Critellardon waters, finding no signs of the ship. It seems that Weaving has won this war. However, even Weaving's Plan B can be outdone. After receiving news from the brig that the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Onxip</span>has been sunk by the warship, and that the ship is nowhere to be found at Critellardon waters, Johannesen deduces that the ship has been rerouted towards the DRE, or any of it's other territories. Johannesen deduced that the ship can't be heading towards Arendelle, as Weaving doesn't know anything about the coup, and thus, Arendelle is still ruled by Princess Anna as far as Weaving is concerned. The time<span style=""font-style: italic"">Howlar</span>spent on searching Critellardon's coasts means that the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Ingenia</span>is now far ahead of the search party. However, this also means that if they managed to catch up to the ship, there will be more than one ship attacking it. ONS<span style=""font-style: italic"">Velhar</span>is also ordered to search for the ship, although they are ordered not to come into contact with a foreign ship, whether it's naval, merchant, or whatever. Johannesen has informed the other nations of where<span style=""font-style: italic"">Ingenia</span>is going.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, OS can't give much help for Arendelle. First, a guy named Hager took over, and now a bunch of mobs took over. The country has enough things to deal with already. However, seeing as Arendelle's navy is probably small, ONS<span style=""font-style: italic"">Indominus</span>, among others, will go to Arendelle. Their mission is to retake Arendelle from these mobs, and then give it back to Elsa and Anna, with the hopes of getting Arendelle to trust OS. Johannesen, being on board the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Indominus</span>, will also go to Arendelle. A few brigs stays at Reykjavik, which will then go back to the Faroe Islands, once commander Wayne got back from his meeting with foreign leaders and commanders."
5239,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=675,2014-12-16T01:56:00,Bunkeranlage,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The High Seas</span></span><br/><br/>Four Admirals. 27 ships. One target.<br/><br/>Jorgen's orders to hunt down the ONS<span style=""font-style: italic"">Ingenia</span>had already been relayed to the four admirals. All four of them converged, their fleets meeting along the coast of the Netherlands in a perfect martial formation. Grand Admiral Freja Björnsdóttir, the highest ranking of the four, sailed at the front of the formation on her massive warship, the 100-gun ISS<span style=""font-style: italic"">Heimdallr</span>. The 26 other men-of-war followed closely behind.<br/><br/>""So it seems that they are around here somewhere"", she remarked sardonically as the flotsam and jetsam of a recently blown up merchant vessel floated past, mockingly calm. ""I've been told that this warship, due to its preposterous size, is extremely slow."" She laughed as a Captain placed an estimated model of the Oceasian warship on her desk. ""A ship of this size would be too slow for any practical use, and too deep on the draft to dock!"" Her expression changed, though, becoming darker and more serious. ""However, if this could end up in a dogfight, we'd be put at a disadvantage. Especially in the open ocean, with no long range artillery...""<br/><br/>Standing on the deck, Björnsdóttir and her men looked at the rest of the fleet. ""Captain, send a message to Dagúrsson. We're splitting from here."" A signal was sent, relayed, and the fleet split up.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>Anarchists in Arendelle stormed the entire government quarter. General Keldo Hager had been executed by them earlier that day.<br/><br/>Just as he was about to sign the document to mobilise Arendelle's entire reserve force, a group of armed men entered the office with swords, some holding the severed heads and limbs of dead palace guards. As the men came closer, Hager stood up, firing a pistol into his own head. It didn't kill him, however, and the men proceeded to strip him completely naked, tie him to a horse by his hands, and drag him around the city, with passers-by throwing objects at him or spitting on him. By the time the horseman reached the docks, the general had died, his body torn to shreds. The mob proceeded to cut off his head, hanging it on a lamppost at the dock.<br/><br/>Bishop Vincenzo had also been attacked by the mob. However, they merely cut him badly, refusing to check if he was alive. For 3 hours, he lay in the room, bleeding, until another soldier rushed in and tried to save him, but to no avail. Just 12 minutes later, the old Bishop died in the infirmary. Shortly afterwards, armed mobsters stormed the hospital, killing the staff and burning the building to the ground.<br/><br/>No matter how hard they looked, though, Princess Anna was nowhere to be found, for she had already escaped..."
5240,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=675,2014-12-16T02:01:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Caribica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22804554#p22804554"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22804264#p22804264"">wrote</a>:</cite>Rana Shwetangsinh and his army of 250,000 was marching towards the battle plains. Trade between Mewar and Reykajavikhad ensued and shwetang had sent cotton, silk, and grapes for Reykajavik. They would take the muslims on at the battle for sindh, and hopefully defeat them. After defeating them Shwetangsinh would march forward and capture important muslims territories. Thus supressing their empire fully, but before that he sent a telegram to all the european nations:<br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Dear European Kings</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">I the Rana of Mewar am proud to state that the first link of alliance between India and Europe has been established. As you know india is a flourishing nation and has many soldiers and national resources. I would like to form an alliance with the other european kings as well.</span></span></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Dear Rana of Mewar,<br/>I am Tomas Palma, president of the Caribican Republic, we wish to enter a trade agreement, you send us silk and spices and we send you cheese, sugar, coffee, and fish.<br/>Sincerely, President Tomas Palma</blockquote><br/>Meanwhile in the Atlantic 2 Maria class 26 gun ironclads join the hunt for the rouge ship.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Rana Shwetangsinh agreese to this trade."
5241,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=675,2014-12-16T02:05:00,Bunkeranlage,"Before the Oceasian ships could do any more, a fleet of 9 warships appeared, most of them with more than 70 guns. It was the fleet of Admiral Hjörleifúr Dagúrsson, chief of Naval Communications and one of the four admirals tasked with tracking the rogue warship down.<br/><br/>""Aha!"" he cried. ""That's our prize ship, and a big hulk it is!"" The Admiral's ship, the 110-gun<span style=""font-style: italic"">Þórlak</span>, whirled about, blocking the gigantic warship's path. The other 8 ships proceeded to signal to the Oceasian ships, telling them that Jorgen had sent them to help stop the rogues.<br/><br/>Before long, the two men-of-war ISS<span style=""font-style: italic"">Vatnajökull</span>and ISS<span style=""font-style: italic"">Uroboros</span>had sailed up right next to the dogfight that had ensued. Grappling hooks were thrown, and Icelandic marines climbed onto the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Ingenia</span>, drawing swords and fighting with the hijackers, many of whom were just regular soldiers and did not know how to fight as well. Dagúrsson himself stood on the poop deck of the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Þórlak</span>, watching the battle unfold. ""Very soon, this ship will be free of hijackers!""<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Oceasian warships, what do we do with the ship once recaptured?</span><br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">TO: The leaders of Europe,<br/><br/>We have claimed Arendelle. Their gov't has been dissolved.<br/><br/>For too long, we have languished under the oppression of government.<br/><br/>But no more.<br/><br/>We demand that all of you step down. There will be consequences if you don't.<br/><br/>- ""Julius"", Anarchist Leader, Anarchist Arendelle</blockquote>"
5242,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=675,2014-12-16T02:11:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22814461#p22814461"">wrote</a>:</cite>Before the Oceasian ships could do any more, a fleet of 9 warships appeared, most of them with more than 70 guns. It was the fleet of Admiral Hjörleifúr Dagúrsson, chief of Naval Communications and one of the four admirals tasked with tracking the rogue warship down. <br/><br/>""Aha!"" he cried. ""That's our prize ship, and a big hulk it is!"" The Admiral's ship, the 110-gun <span style=""font-style: italic"">Þórlak</span>, whirled about, blocking the gigantic warship's path. The other 8 ships proceeded to signal to the Oceasian ships, telling them that Jorgen had sent them to help stop the rogues.<br/><br/>Before long, the two men-of-war ISS <span style=""font-style: italic"">Vatnajökull</span> and ISS <span style=""font-style: italic"">Uroboros</span> had sailed up right next to the dogfight that had ensued. Grappling hooks were thrown, and Icelandic marines climbed onto the <span style=""font-style: italic"">Ingenia</span>, drawing swords and fighting with the hijackers, many of whom were just regular soldiers and did not know how to fight as well. Dagúrsson himself stood on the poop deck of the <span style=""font-style: italic"">Þórlak</span>, watching the battle unfold. ""Very soon, this ship will be free of hijackers!"" <br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Oceasian warships, what do we do with the ship once recaptured?</span><br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">TO: The leaders of Europe,<br/><br/>We have claimed Arendelle. Their gov't has been dissolved.<br/><br/>For too long, we have languished under the oppression of government.<br/><br/>But no more.<br/><br/>We demand that all of you step down. There will be consequences if you don't.<br/><br/>- ""Julius"", Anarchist Leader, Anarchist Arendelle</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/><br/>The Rana of Mewar marched forward with his army towards the muslim fortress in sindh. The two armies collided with full strength. The Mewadi war elephants destroyed muslim ranks as they took an advantage, thousands of soldiers went down fighting as neither side backed down. Then, Mewar pulled a heroic trigger. The War elephants cracked the muslim right flank right open and left it defenseless thus destroying the entire muslim army. ""We have won this war, Mewaris!!"" said the rana. ""Now we shall take back our righteous land and find a land route to europe, Jai mewar!"" said the Rana, and thus this happened. They took over most of the middle east, and bordered eastern europe. The kingdom was flourishing with trade happening everywhere. The army was mighty with war elephants and cannons. The Naval fleet was busy trading with europe. Money was coming in at a good amount. Now it was Mewar's turn to move its army to the eastern european border, and to threaten europe. Jai Mewar."
5243,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=675,2014-12-16T02:19:00,Caribica,"0630 hours. The 2 rowboats of the Vengador slowly rowed towards the Critadellon coast. The commodore, along with his men disembarked and waded onshore. ""Alright then everybody here?"" The commodore whispered, ""All 24 of us."" A captain replied, ""Great, we move inland, should be about half a weeks journey to Frankfurt where we meet up with our contact at the SIE safe house downtown."""
5244,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=675,2014-12-16T02:34:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">TO: The leaders of India<br/><br/>It has come to my attention that you intend on conquering more land for yourselves. May I ask the reason for this?<br/><br/>Furthermore, we are currently still i a state of crisis, so any trade will have to be put off until further notice, likely when we resolve this.<br/><br/>In the meantime, I would advise you to halt your expansion, for there is a much greater power up north, as you've probably heard by now. A demon has come over from another dimension, and is ravaging the lands here. I fear that if you are to come over, he might decide to attack your nation as well.<br/><br/>Yours, <br/><br/>Jorgen III Ólafsson</blockquote>"
5245,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=675,2014-12-16T02:41:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22814595#p22814595"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">TO: The leaders of India<br/><br/>It has come to my attention that you intend on conquering more land for yourselves. May I ask the reason for this?<br/><br/>Furthermore, we are currently still i a state of crisis, so any trade will have to be put off until further notice, likely when we resolve this.<br/><br/>In the meantime, I would advise you to halt your expansion, for there is a much greater power up north, as you've probably heard by now. A demon has come over from another dimension, and is ravaging the lands here. I fear that if you are to come over, he might decide to attack your nation as well.<br/><br/>Yours, <br/><br/>Jorgen III Ólafsson</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">To Jorgen III Ólafsson</span><br/>I the Rana of Mewar understand what you mean to say about the demon, but without assistance you will not be able to take it down. Although, I understand the risk I will not extend my nation more than the northernmost territory of Belarus."
5246,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=675,2014-12-16T03:10:00,Bunkeranlage,"Iceland's war efforts continued to churn on, with Hofsjökull producing more cannons each time. By now, every major city and port throughout Iceland's territory had been fortified, enough to withstand an assault for almost a year. Warship production had slowed down slightly, with more efforts put into restarting the economy through trade and other means. After all, Jorgen reasoned, the navy had 153 warships already, which was quite enough for now.<br/><br/>Trade had resumed with some of the small, benign kingdoms that were not involved in the conflict in any way. Trade with India would also help the Kingdom a lot, providing the cotton needed to make fabrics. In exchange, the fish from Iceland's waters were sent to India, as per the trade agreements.<br/><br/>Greenland was, in a way, a blessing. It sheltered the capital from any possible enemy troops that could possibly come over from the newly founded United States, a nation not known for its friendliness on the international scale.<br/><br/>Svalbard was able to act as an intermediary between Iceland and Arendelle, rather like a sort of bridge between the two nations. Jorgen had plans to restart trade with Arendelle's government, should they agree.<br/><br/>Little did he know, not only did the Arendelle anarchists not want to help, they had something else in mind..."
5247,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=675,2014-12-16T03:17:00,Oceasian Scandinavia,"Capt. Weaving watched as the battle unfolds in front of him. The Icelanders are very good at fighting indeed. Of course, they're still humans, which means they will most likely die instantly if they got shot in the head. Which is exactly what Weaving is doing right now. One by one, he kills the Icelanders trying to counter-hijack the ship. One of them tries to kill Weaving. Noticing this, his reflexes and instincts told him to avoid it quickly. And once he did, the soldier's sword got stuck. The soldier punches Weaving, knocking him down. And then Weaving literally got kicked in the balls by the soldier. The soldier then tries to grab Weaving's gun, intending to kill him. Weaving put up an excellent fight. The two of them are now down. Weaving attempts to shoot the soldier, while the soldier attempts to take Weaving's gun. Eventually, Weaving puts his gun aiming at the soldier's mouth. And then he pulled the trigger. It was probably the most gruesome thing Weaving had ever experienced in his entire life. By the time he's done with the soldier, all of the Icelanders on board the ship are dead. Most of his crew members survived the encounter. Weaving then sees 9 Icelandic warships, blocking their path to France. However, he still has Plan C in mind. Reroute the ship again.<br/><br/>""Turn the ship around! We're going to Britain!"" He shouted.<br/><br/>The reason he selected Britain is because there is no Icelandic ships there, the Oceasian search party is probably still aiming for Critellardon right now, and that Britain is currently an occupied territory of the DRE. Weaving never actually got any reply letter from the DRE. But for now, it's the best he can do. Besides, the Icelandic warships won't catch up to them in time. Britain is damn close to their current location. Meanwhile, unlike the what they expected, a huge storm has slowed down the main search party from getting to Critellardon. ONS<span style=""font-style: italic"">Howlar</span>is now forced to search for the hijacked ship by themselves. This puts them at a great disadvantage. With the huge storm not appearing to be calming down soon, the captain of ONS<span style=""font-style: italic"">Copas</span>, Dwayne Yuruk, is searching for a solution to get to the English Channel earlier. He concluded that rerouting the search party to the eastern coasts of Britain, and then from there, towards the English Channel, avoiding the huge storm completely, would be the perfect solution to their problem.<br/><br/>Soon, the plan is in motion. The large convoy started to reroute towards the eastern coasts of Britain. Knowing that Britain is under control of the DRE, they won't get too close to the coastlines. Otherwise, they would be considered as a threat. While the plan would work out just fine, the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Ingenia</span>is already very close to Britain. The only ship that can stop them now, is the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Howlar</span>. Crew members of the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Howlar</span>is already close to the hijacked ship. In fact, they can already see it. Seeing how the ship appears to be rerouting to Britain, they sent a message to the search party and Johannesen, informing them of the news. The ship approaches fast. Unlike the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Onxip</span>which approached them from the side, they plan to approach the ship from the back. With the ship literally inches away from the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Ingenia</span>, with a lot of work, they actually managed to tie the two ships together. The hard part would be getting on board the ship. They fired cannonballs to the ship, so that the crew can get through the hole that they created. Of course, this causes them to lose their cover. Weaving's crew tries to shoot at them. However, unlike the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Onxip</span>, all 15 of them successfully made it through. Now inside the ship, their plan is to wait for the prey to come to them. As expected, Weaving's crew members came into the lower deck. Within seconds, some of them are killed. The surviving crew members told Weaving that the intruders are ambushing them, waiting for them to come to their trap. Weaving somewhat still have a plan for this.<br/><br/>""Right, so they have their ship attached to ours. Detach it.""<br/><br/>Weaving's crew detaches the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Howlar</span>from the ship. And with that, both sides have no way of getting out in case the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Ingenia</span>goes down. However, this puts the intruders a a disadvantage. Although their plan is working perfectly so far, they are heavily outnumbered, and even more outgunned. They need to go in for the attack, right now. And with that, they set off onto the upper decks. However, once they reached the poop deck, all hell breaks loose. Weaving and his crew are already waiting for their arrival. The hunter became the hunted. Taking control of the wheel, they tried to turn the ship around. Seeing this, Weaving's crew closes in on them. After a couple of minutes, the intruders have ran out of bullets. Once again, Weaving's crew now has control of the ship, heading north. The surviving intruders are then tied up, and then throw into the water, where they drowned. They won the battle, but now ONS<span style=""font-style: italic"">Velhar</span>,<span style=""font-style: italic"">Copas</span>, and the rest of the search party has time to catch up to them from the north.<br/><br/>Johannesen has to make a quick choice. The Kraken is powerful, but it can only be in one place at a time. At the end, he chooses to have the Kraken catch up to the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Ingenia</span>from the north. The mission to retake Arendelle can wait. Johannesen's fleet is now passing through the waters of Denmark, heading towards Oslo, Arendelle's capital. To actually have a decent chance of winning, they must have Queen Elsa join the fight. Unfortunately, she's far away in Reykjavik right now. On top of that, Johannesen has absolutely no idea where Anna is. And for all he know, the mobs could be working together with the DRE, Malefor, Malefor's father, whatever. It's not a great time for Johannesen, but he must take risks. The main goal is to have other countries trusting OS again, and if this is the risk he must take, then so be it."
5248,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=675,2014-12-16T03:40:00,Kumbhalgarh,"The rana of Mewar was in Istanbul. He tasted the fish sent from Iceland for His nation. ""Delicious!"" he exclaimed. ""Now all it needs is a little bit of our spicy spices!"" laughed the rana. Trade was ensuisng between India and Iceland. It was a good sign. Mewar's army had sent a huge army of 100,000 to take Belarus over and establish it into their empire. Also now the need to fortify their borders was needed. Thus, orders were sent around the entire empire to fortify. War efforts were being made. Fortresses were being renovated. 20,000 soldiers were posted to each border, and food was stored in case of an assault. Taxes were being collected and infrasturcture was being made. His army was recruiting more and more men, and training then. After all, they were preparing for a huge war against the demon in the north. Mewar's war elephants were now 10,000 in number. Ready to aid the europeans in defeating the demon."
5249,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=675,2014-12-16T03:59:00,Bunkeranlage,"The<span style=""font-style: italic"">Ingenia</span>had escaped. Somehow, the 15 hijackers were able to get rid of all the men who boarded, turning the ship awkwardly and setting off in a different direction. As Admiral Dagúrsson struggled to plot another course, the Oceasian monster warship was able to make a quick escape, merely a little blotch on the horizon by the time the Admiral had decided on a course of action. Sure, the ship was huge, heavy and slow, but they had made quite a starter. Furthermore, a storm was brewing, which would make it most difficult for Dagúrsson's fleet to manoeuvre.<br/><br/>""We're just going to follow them"", he said to his subordinates. ""According to my calculations, they're on the way to Britain now. Or at least, if my calculations are correct.""<br/><br/>Rear Admiral Ingvär Hólgersson, in charge of 7 ships, had changed his course according to Björnsdóttir's directions, bringing the fleet to just around the border of British and Oceasian maritime territories. As the 6 ships took up their positions, the storm grew heavier, the sky darkening rapidly and sending peals of thunder crashing about. Soon, Vice Admiral Kjeldberg would have his own fleet positioned in blockade position near the German borders, effectively cutting off the rogue warship's route. If it tried to pass, the tiny crew would have to contend with the fully armed and crewed Icelandic warships.<br/><br/>""Such a huge ship would require much more than 15 men to adequately crew it"", Hólgersson explained to the lieutenants. ""Since they're all occupied rigging the ship or steering, we'll have an easy task getting up to them, with our superior firepower!"" The plan seemed simple enough. 2,000 Icelandic marines against 15 Oceasian hijackers. Hólgersson himself was a big fan of a brute force technique he describe as ""beat down"", in which they would simply pelt the enemy with ammunition until they relented. This was the perfect opportunity to try that out. On top of that, Björnsdóttir's strategy of forming a line on the ship's route and suddenly closing in once it was spotted would make a perfect test drive for this brute tactic.<br/><br/>Grand Admiral Freja Björnsdóttir had positioned all her ships in a line across the border of the British Isles, in anticipation of the Oceasian warship's arrival. She pointed out, just as Hólgersson did, that it wasn't too tough of a job to stop just 15 men at the helm of a Man-of-War. ""Hell, our brigs have a much larger crew than that!"" she exclaimed. ""All we'd need is for one of our frigates to show up, fire some bullets, and they're immobile."" And indeed, it was. For such a huge ship, any damage to the sails or masts could prove a huge problem, since the weight of the ship proved to be a huge hindrance in manoeuvring.<br/><br/>The only problem was that they weren't supposed to destroy the ship, on Johannesen's request. Further orders would be relayed soon, but for now, they could only attack the men on board the ship, not the ship itself. That made retaking it a very difficult task. As Dagúrsson pointed out before the mission, ""Destroying one warship would have 20 on our back."" Thus, the new plan was to get on board the ship as quickly as possible, and take out the men quickly. Of course, the captain could be kept as a hostage.<br/><br/>Furthermore, they had the other Oceasian ships as ""partners"". Surely they knew what to do...<br/><br/>With this in mind, the four admirals positioned their ships in a circle around the suspected route of the warship, hopefully able to cut off its route before they even knew it. After all, they were just simple, low ranked soldiers. They definitely couldn't outsmart four admirals with almost 100 years of combined experience in the navy, could they?"
5250,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=675,2014-12-16T05:04:00,Caribica,"After half a week of travel through the West German Countryside the 24 men of the marine raiders arrive at the Hundmark, the SIEs safehouse in Frankfurt disguised as a seemingly innocent bar. Entering the bar the commodore went to the private lounge in the back and knocked on the door. ""Password?"" A man behind the door asked, ""Lemme in ************************************************************************************************************************!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!"" Cologne replied, ""Right away sir"" and the series of locks on the door clicked open as the commodore walked in. ""Welcome to the Hundmark commodore, I'm agent 10, we have all the items necessary for your team to get that key out of the compound, why don't you invite them in?"" Said the man behind the door, a few moments later the 3 agents who manned the safe house and the commodore were huddled around a map of the city, ""Afternoon, commodore, I'm agent 15, we have provided some Critadellian uniforms for your men to use to enter the compound, your alibi is that the Weseltonians discovered the location of the key and you need to move it to a new location, we have an armored carriage you will use to ride to a point in town where you will ditch it, then make it back to the pub where we have arranged travel for you to get back to the coast."" ""And I'm agent 11, I've been doing some recon on the compound for a while. They've got armed patrols around the compound 24/7 but that's as much as I was able to find, just ride up to the front gate, say you're there to pick up the key and they should let you in, most of these men are uneducated simpletons."" ""Great"" Cologne replied, ""We depart tomorrow at noon."""
5251,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=675,2014-12-16T05:25:00,Slenderman The CreepyPasta King,"Just then a rift opened in front of Arendelle, but no dark spawn came out. Instead a grey warden came out, the only thing able to kill the arch demon. ""what the-where am I?"" he asked. Then he sensed the archdemon, ""GAH!!!! No, a blight should not be happening, it cant be happening, Thedas is still recovering from the fifth blight that happened a few decades ago.""<br/><br/>He decided to send a message.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">TO: the world<br/><br/>I don't know where I am but I sense an archdemon, this cannot be Thedas so I can only imagine where I am. But I can't dwell on it, if the archdemon is here then your dimension has a blight on it's hands, and that's not a good thing. I am in front of a city with a castle in the distance so if anyone would like to tell me where I am and if I am mistaken about the blight, which I hope I am, reply.<br/><br/>Sincerely<br/><br/>-Warden Commander Akoolomon<br/><br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://64.88.86.5:9014/actionpage?basictype=block&amp;epochseconds=1323870664&amp;requestedurl=http%3A%2F%2Ftvtropes.org%2Fpmwiki%2Fpmwiki.php%2FDragonAge%2FDragonAgeOrganizations&amp;categorylist=140&amp;categorydescriptionlist=Personal%20Pages&amp;useripaddress=64.88.71.91&amp;username=&amp;actiontaken=block&amp;actionreason=by-category&amp;actionreasondata=140&amp;replayhash=q1xQdiZ6mfey5na0G8vrfg%3D%3D"" rel=""nofollow"">http://64.88.86.5:9014/actionpage?basictype=block&amp;epochseconds=1323870664&amp;requestedurl=http%3A%2F%2Ftvtropes.org%2Fpmwiki%2Fpmwiki.php%2FDragonAge%2FDragonAgeOrganizations&amp;categorylist=140&amp;categorydescriptionlist=Personal%20Pages&amp;useripaddress=64.88.71.91&amp;username=&amp;actiontaken=block&amp;actionreason=by-category&amp;actionreasondata=140&amp;replayhash=q1xQdiZ6mfey5na0G8vrfg%3D%3D</a></blockquote>"
5252,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=675,2014-12-16T05:34:00,Oceasian Scandinavia,"With the Icelandic warships trapping them in every direction, and Oceasian warships approaching fast from the north, the stage is set for a finale, on the eastern coasts of Britain. The ship is now very near towards DRE military ships, which will hopefully give them protection in case a naval battle broke out. Interestingly enough, they still haven't got a reply letter from the DRE, so Weaving himself isn't that confident that they'll be safe, once they get close to DRE military ships. One thing Weaving is really terrified about is the Kraken. Usually, at this point, the giant octopus would've killed them already. But now, they don't even know where the creature is. As of now, the Kraken is also approaching from the north, ready to kill off the hijackers, without destroying the ship. Whether or not the search party is too late is another question. When everyone on board the ship are preparing for a tense moment, suddenly, one of them got shot in the head. For a few seconds, everyone on board the ship remains silent, shocked by what they just saw. And after that, the panic started. The hijackers pulled out their firearms, covered themselves, and begins shooting at ONS<span style=""font-style: italic"">Copas</span>. However, 2 more hijackers are shot to dead. With only 17 of the hijackers left, Weaving decides to focus on getting the ship near DRE military ships, and they're very close to it.<br/><br/>OOC: Won't be able to continue until DRE returns."
5253,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=700,2014-12-16T08:09:00,Caribica,"An armored wagon approaches the compound where the third bronze key is held and stops at the gate, the commodore, disguised as a Critadellian Captain approaches the guard on duty and says, ""The Icelanders have discovered the location of the key and it must be moved, I have an order from King Felix himself."" As he handed the guard a false document with an exact copy of Felix's signature and the royal seal.<br/>OOC: until Critadellon gets back I can't continue this.<br/><br/>Meanwhile off the British coast a fleet of 31 ironclads joins there Icelandic Comrades in the standoff."
5254,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=700,2014-12-16T12:50:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Defectors from OS<br/>You are more thsn welcome to join us<br/>The Dragon King</blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Anna<br/>Just be happy I haven't killed you yet, It would repay the death of a loyal ally.<br/>The Dragon King</blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Anarchist Arendelle<br/>You just made it easier for me to take Arendelle back again<br/>The Dragon King</blockquote><br/>And now the DRE dispatched Gaul to Arendelle.<br/>OOC: I was thinking of naming the father ""Antichthon"" What do you guys think?"
5255,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=700,2014-12-16T19:09:00,Bunkeranlage,"As the Oceasian hijackers desperately tried getting into DRE maritime space, Icelandic warships under the command of Grand Admiral Freja Björnsdóttir blocked off the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Ingenia</span>'s route, effectively preventing it from entering DRE territory. The ISS<span style=""font-style: italic"">Heimdallr</span>and the ISS<span style=""font-style: italic"">Þórlak</span>sailed into a broadside formation, preparing to fire broadsides into the enemy warship. As the ship was the same height as the others, just significantly longer, boarding it wasn't much of an issue.<br/><br/>Dagúrsson's ship raised a signal, warning the hijackers that any attempt to try and run the blockade would result in torrential broadsides wrecking the ship further. As the two fleets were blocking them, the Oceasians were able to catch up. Now, all they needed was for Hólgersson and Kjeldberg to show up to assist in the recapture of the ship. Very soon, with a fully functional blockade in place, the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Ingenia</span>had no choice left, but to stop in her tracks.<br/><br/>Björnsdóttir personally flashed a message to the ONS<span style=""font-style: italic"">Copas</span>, requesting that they speak to each other regarding the fate of the Oceasian warship.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Dragon King,<br/><br/>You will fall as well, under the new bulwark of freedom<br/><br/>Anarchist Arendelle</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">TO: The Dragon King,<br/><br/>Sure, I can be thankful that I'm still alive, but it is my duty to rid the world of you, even if it means my own demise. I may not have ice magic. I may not possess a Millennium Item. But that does not mean that I cannot do anything to stop you.<br/><br/>Soon, you will see what the life force of a single human being is truly capable of.<br/><br/>Princess Anna</blockquote>"
5256,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=700,2014-12-16T19:19:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22822151#p22822151"">wrote</a>:</cite>As the Oceasian hijackers desperately tried getting into DRE maritime space, Icelandic warships under the command of Grand Admiral Freja Björnsdóttir blocked off the <span style=""font-style: italic"">Ingenia</span>'s route, effectively preventing it from entering DRE territory. The ISS <span style=""font-style: italic"">Heimdallr</span> and the ISS <span style=""font-style: italic"">Þórlak</span> sailed into a broadside formation, preparing to fire broadsides into the enemy warship. As the ship was the same height as the others, just significantly longer, boarding it wasn't much of an issue. <br/><br/>Dagúrsson's ship raised a signal, warning the hijackers that any attempt to try and run the blockade would result in torrential broadsides wrecking the ship further. As the two fleets were blocking them, the Oceasians were able to catch up. Now, all they needed was for Hólgersson and Kjeldberg to show up to assist in the recapture of the ship. Very soon, with a fully functional blockade in place, the <span style=""font-style: italic"">Ingenia</span> had no choice left, but to stop in her tracks. <br/><br/>Björnsdóttir personally flashed a message to the ONS <span style=""font-style: italic"">Copas</span>, requesting that they speak to each other regarding the fate of the Oceasian warship.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Dragon King,<br/><br/>You will fall as well, under the new bulwark of freedom<br/><br/>Anarchist Arendelle</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">TO: The Dragon King,<br/><br/>Sure, I can be thankful that I'm still alive, but it is my duty to rid the world of you, even if it means my own demise. I may not have ice magic. I may not possess a Millennium Item. But that does not mean that I cannot do anything to stop you.<br/><br/>Soon, you will see what the life force of a single human being is truly capable of.<br/><br/>Princess Anna</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Anna<br/>You think one single person can turn the tide of war? It's not that easy. Do you expect a miracle? Did your sisters husband make you read Romance of the Three Kingdoms because I assure The chances of you pulling off a Red Cliffs are next to zero.<br/>The Dragon King.</blockquote>"
5257,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=700,2014-12-16T19:22:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Dragon Realms Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22822259#p22822259"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22822151#p22822151"">wrote</a>:</cite>As the Oceasian hijackers desperately tried getting into DRE maritime space, Icelandic warships under the command of Grand Admiral Freja Björnsdóttir blocked off the <span style=""font-style: italic"">Ingenia</span>'s route, effectively preventing it from entering DRE territory. The ISS <span style=""font-style: italic"">Heimdallr</span> and the ISS <span style=""font-style: italic"">Þórlak</span> sailed into a broadside formation, preparing to fire broadsides into the enemy warship. As the ship was the same height as the others, just significantly longer, boarding it wasn't much of an issue. <br/><br/>Dagúrsson's ship raised a signal, warning the hijackers that any attempt to try and run the blockade would result in torrential broadsides wrecking the ship further. As the two fleets were blocking them, the Oceasians were able to catch up. Now, all they needed was for Hólgersson and Kjeldberg to show up to assist in the recapture of the ship. Very soon, with a fully functional blockade in place, the <span style=""font-style: italic"">Ingenia</span> had no choice left, but to stop in her tracks. <br/><br/>Björnsdóttir personally flashed a message to the ONS <span style=""font-style: italic"">Copas</span>, requesting that they speak to each other regarding the fate of the Oceasian warship.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Dragon King,<br/><br/>You will fall as well, under the new bulwark of freedom<br/><br/>Anarchist Arendelle</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">TO: The Dragon King,<br/><br/>Sure, I can be thankful that I'm still alive, but it is my duty to rid the world of you, even if it means my own demise. I may not have ice magic. I may not possess a Millennium Item. But that does not mean that I cannot do anything to stop you.<br/><br/>Soon, you will see what the life force of a single human being is truly capable of.<br/><br/>Princess Anna</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Anna<br/>You think one single person can turn the tide of war? It's not that easy. Do you expect a miracle? Did your sisters husband make you read Romance of the Three Kingdoms because I assure The chances of you pulling off a Red Cliffs are next to zero.<br/>The Dragon King.</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">The Dragon King,<br/><br/>Ah, then you are underestimating the race of Men. See, we have good people like my sister and her husband, Jorgen III, Tomas Palma, and so on. Do not think that you will be able to overrun the world so easily. <br/><br/>If you take the world, I assure you that you will be mutilated and scarred when you sit on the throne.<br/><br/>- Anna of Arendelle</blockquote>"
5258,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=700,2014-12-16T19:24:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To Anna<br/>Mutilated and scarred you say? Why do you think I have Malefor?<br/>And he didn't even have the guts to remove Socialism from the DRE, Do you think he will stand against me?<br/>The Dragon King</blockquote>"
5259,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=700,2014-12-16T19:28:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Dragon Realms Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22822314#p22822314"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To Anna<br/>Mutilated and scarred you say? Why do you think I have Malefor?<br/>And he didn't even have the guts to remove Socialism from the DRE, Do you think he will stand against me?<br/>The Dragon King</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">The Dragon King,<br/><br/>No. You are wrong. I will crush you with Malefor's corpse.<br/><br/>- Princess Anna</blockquote><br/><br/>With that, the Princess threw the machine overboard, thus preventing further communication via telegram. She, however, did not know that the King was also able to project himself using his magic..."
5260,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=700,2014-12-16T19:30:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22822346#p22822346"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Dragon Realms Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22822314#p22822314"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To Anna<br/>Mutilated and scarred you say? Why do you think I have Malefor?<br/>And he didn't even have the guts to remove Socialism from the DRE, Do you think he will stand against me?<br/>The Dragon King</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">The Dragon King,<br/><br/>No. You are wrong. I will crush you with Malefor's corpse.<br/><br/>- Princess Anna</blockquote><br/><br/>With that, the Princess threw the machine overboard, thus preventing further communication via telegram. She, however, did not know that the King was also able to project himself using his magic...</div></blockquote><br/>It was then that king projected himself. He would not be silenced so easily.<br/>""YOU THOUGHT THAT WOULD GET RID OF ME?"""
5261,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=700,2014-12-16T19:33:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Dragon Realms Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22822378#p22822378"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22822346#p22822346"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">The Dragon King,<br/><br/>No. You are wrong. I will crush you with Malefor's corpse.<br/><br/>- Princess Anna</blockquote><br/><br/>With that, the Princess threw the machine overboard, thus preventing further communication via telegram. She, however, did not know that the King was also able to project himself using his magic...</div></blockquote><br/>It was then that king projected himself. He would not be silenced so easily.<br/>""YOU THOUGHT THAT WOULD GET RID OF ME?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Anna smiled cheekily, pulling a stool and sitting down cross legged. ""No"", she said defiantly, ""of course I didn't. I knew you'd show up again, I just didn't think it'd be this soon."" She took a glass of whiskey and sipped it, before throwing it at the projection.<br/><br/>""And furthermore, like I said before, I'm not afraid of death."""
5262,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=700,2014-12-16T19:35:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22822395#p22822395"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Dragon Realms Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22822378#p22822378"">wrote</a>:</cite>It was then that king projected himself. He would not be silenced so easily.<br/>""YOU THOUGHT THAT WOULD GET RID OF ME?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Anna smiled cheekily, pulling a stool and sitting down cross legged. ""No"", she said defiantly, ""of course I didn't. I knew you'd show up again, I just didn't think it'd be this soon."" She took a glass of whiskey and sipped it, before throwing it at the projection. <br/><br/>""And furthermore, like I said before, I'm not afraid of death.""</div></blockquote><br/>""OH BUT IS NOT<span style=""font-style: italic"">YOUR</span>DEATH YOU SHOULD BE WORRIED ABOUT, AND WHERE AS MALEFOR ONLY THREATENED, I ACT!"""
5263,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=700,2014-12-16T19:40:00,20 Dragon Riders,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">to: dragon king<br/><br/>My friend, there is a problem, a grey warden appeared from my dimension, he may just be a human but he, along with the rest of his ordr, are powerful.<br/><br/>On the bright side i will send you a platoon of darkspawn in a day.<br/><br/>-archdemon</blockquote><br/><br/>He wasnt really worried about the warden but the warden the only thing that could kill him so he wanted to be careful."
5264,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=700,2014-12-16T19:40:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Dragon Realms Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22822427#p22822427"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22822395#p22822395"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Anna smiled cheekily, pulling a stool and sitting down cross legged. ""No"", she said defiantly, ""of course I didn't. I knew you'd show up again, I just didn't think it'd be this soon."" She took a glass of whiskey and sipped it, before throwing it at the projection. <br/><br/>""And furthermore, like I said before, I'm not afraid of death.""</div></blockquote><br/>""OH BUT IS NOT <span style=""font-style: italic"">YOUR</span> DEATH YOU SHOULD BE WORRIED ABOUT, AND WHERE AS MALEFOR ONLY THREATENED, I ACT!""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Anna chuckled, drinking the whiskey directly from the bottle. ""You act"", she asked, ""Let's see what you can *hic* do against us.""<br/><br/>Just then, one of the men on the ship rushed down to her. ""Your highness, a ship has been spotted!"""
5265,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=700,2014-12-16T19:42:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22822476#p22822476"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Dragon Realms Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22822427#p22822427"">wrote</a>:</cite>""OH BUT IS NOT <span style=""font-style: italic"">YOUR</span> DEATH YOU SHOULD BE WORRIED ABOUT, AND WHERE AS MALEFOR ONLY THREATENED, I ACT!""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Anna chuckled, drinking the whiskey directly from the bottle. ""You act"", she asked, ""Let's see what you can *hic* do against us."" <br/><br/>Just then, one of the men on the ship rushed down to her. ""Your highness, a ship has been spotted!""</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: And he just ignores the big dragon projection in the room?"
5266,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=700,2014-12-16T19:46:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Dragon Realms Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22822488#p22822488"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22822476#p22822476"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Anna chuckled, drinking the whiskey directly from the bottle. ""You act"", she asked, ""Let's see what you can *hic* do against us."" <br/><br/>Just then, one of the men on the ship rushed down to her. ""Your highness, a ship has been spotted!""</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: And he just ignores the big dragon projection in the room?</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC: Oh, I thought it was visible to Anna only. Like a PM conversation.<br/>IC:<br/><br/>""Your Majesty, who's that?"" Anna replied, ""Oooooh, *hic*, that's just *hic* the Dragon K-*hic* King. A ship, you say? *burp*"" The man nodded solemnly, continuing, ""Yes, they've refused to reply to our signals, and I fear they may be working for the DRE."" Anna giggled childishly, finishing the last drops of the liquor and throwing the bottle at the projection. ""See you tomorrow, Dragon *hic* *urk*"", she mumbled as she stumbled out of the cabin clumsily, hiccuping and burping as she went, her clothes smelling of whiskey."
5267,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=700,2014-12-16T19:49:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22822529#p22822529"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Dragon Realms Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22822488#p22822488"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: And he just ignores the big dragon projection in the room?</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC: Oh, I thought it was visible to Anna only. Like a PM conversation.<br/>IC:<br/><br/>""Your Majesty, who's that?"" Anna replied, ""Oooooh, *hic*, that's just *hic* the Dragon K-*hic* King. A ship, you say? *burp*"" The man nodded solemnly, continuing, ""Yes, they've refused to reply to our signals, and I fear they may be working for the DRE."" Anna giggled childishly, finishing the last drops of the liquor and throwing the bottle at the projection. ""See you tomorrow, Dragon *hic* *urk*"", she mumbled as she stumbled out of the cabin clumsily, hiccuping and burping as she went, her clothes smelling of whiskey.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: Really. Whiskey? Why not something more fitting like Wine?<br/>IC: The projection fades. And the king appears in front of Elsa and Christopher (OOC: this is NOT a projection)"
5268,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=700,2014-12-16T19:49:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Dragon Realms Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22822557#p22822557"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22822529#p22822529"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>OOC: Oh, I thought it was visible to Anna only. Like a PM conversation.<br/>IC:<br/><br/>""Your Majesty, who's that?"" Anna replied, ""Oooooh, *hic*, that's just *hic* the Dragon K-*hic* King. A ship, you say? *burp*"" The man nodded solemnly, continuing, ""Yes, they've refused to reply to our signals, and I fear they may be working for the DRE."" Anna giggled childishly, finishing the last drops of the liquor and throwing the bottle at the projection. ""See you tomorrow, Dragon *hic* *urk*"", she mumbled as she stumbled out of the cabin clumsily, hiccuping and burping as she went, her clothes smelling of whiskey.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: Really. Whiskey? Why not something more fitting like Wine?<br/>IC: The projection fades. And the king appears in front of Elsa and Christopher (OOC: this is NOT a projection)</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC: Whiskey is easy to store, especially on a ship, which tends to get hot and humid. Wine, on the other hand, spoils easily."
5269,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=700,2014-12-16T19:54:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22822567#p22822567"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Dragon Realms Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22822557#p22822557"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: Really. Whiskey? Why not something more fitting like Wine?<br/>IC: The projection fades. And the king appears in front of Elsa and Christopher (OOC: this is NOT a projection)</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC: Whiskey is easy to store, especially on a ship, which tends to get hot and humid. Wine, on the other hand, spoils easily.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: Also I love how no one cares that Anna is drunk."
5270,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=700,2014-12-17T02:00:00,Caribica,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Dragon Realms Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22822621#p22822621"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22822567#p22822567"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>OOC: Whiskey is easy to store, especially on a ship, which tends to get hot and humid. Wine, on the other hand, spoils easily.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: Also I love how no one cares that Anna is drunk.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: Well I for one was crying tears of laughter over the thought of a Disney princess getting drunk, bravo<img alt="":clap:"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_clap.gif"" title=""Applause""/>, I also won't be posting a lot until Friday as I'm going on a trip.<br/>IC: At his room in a Reyjavek hotel Rear Admiral Perez receives the distress signal from princess Anna. ""I want you to send a gunboat and an unarmored Maria class 12 gun ship to rescue her, now."" The order was sent and 2 ships steamed out to retrieve Anna.<br/>OOC: In the meantime this whole RP made me half forget she even was a Disney princess in the first place."
5271,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=700,2014-12-17T02:26:00,Kumbhalgarh,"The Mewari Army now had established control over Belarus. 300,000 soldiers were being moved to Belarus to defend it against any attacks. Also a route had been planned to reach Scandinavia by sea. A fleet of 300 ships was prepared. 100,000 soldiers were loaded onto the ships. With 30,000 horses, and gunpowder also being loaded. The host was then sent to scandinavia to meet Jorgen Olafsen."
5272,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=700,2014-12-17T03:18:00,Caribica,"OOC: I'm doing this because Critadellon hasn't been posting for the past few days and this little subplot of mine needs to advance.<br/>IC: 'Seems legit.' The guard at the gate thought as he checked the document. ""Alright then, go on."" He said to the raiders in disguise. Using the map they found they went to the safe where the key was kept and using the key the guard gave them unlocked it and retrieved the third bronze key, the men almost broke out in celebration until they remembered they were undercover. They hurriedly went back to the inn where the agents analyzed it and determined it was the right key. ""Alright then."" Agent 10 said. "" You all need to get out of here quickly, I can't send any messages as the dumbasses at the compound have probably realized there was no pickup arranged for the key at any point. I arranged a private car on a train for you back to the coast."" Suddenly a loud banging noise was heard at the front door, ""constabularies!!! Open up!!!"" Yelled one, the bartender, who had no clue he was employed at the SIE safe house in Frankfurt complied and constabularies stormed the bar. ""Horses*it!!!"" Agent 11 whispered to himself, ""Alright, looks like we're coming with you."" He said, a loud knocking was then heard at the safe house door and a constabulary screamed ""Open up!"" ""Alright there's a passage to the sewers in the back, sure we'll smell terrible but it's a better alternative to torture, agent 10, you do the honors ."" Agent 15 said as men started climbing Down into the drains, Agent 10 poured lamp oil across the floor, took a log from the fireplace and tossed it on, they then went through the sewers to the train station as the Hundmark burned behind them, erasing all traces of the safe house, the key was now in a locked safe with them."
5273,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=700,2014-12-17T03:30:00,Bunkeranlage,"""You're Malefor's father!"" Elsa exclaimed as the Dragon King rose over her and Christopher. A light appeared in her hand as the Ice Chimera froze over, emitting a strong azure light from its blade. ""What are you doing here, and how did you find us?""<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>The captain of the ANS<span style=""font-style: italic"">Jonas</span>looked at the strange red ship that sailed serenely on the horizon, before passing a telescope to Princess Anna. ""Urhuruhur... *hic* so this is les *buuuurp*... battleship?"" Anna mumbled at the captain, who remained strangely solemn in the face of his sovereign's drunkenness. ""Uh... just shoot them or *hic* something... I'm tired... *burp* I'm just going to... *hic* sh*hic*t down a bit...*urp*..."" As the Princess stumbled ignobly back into her cabin, the Captain grimaced, grabbing the wheel of the ship and turning the vessel around to meet the red ship. ""Her Majesty has ordered us to attack!""<br/><br/>One of the midshipmen yelled, ""That's madness! We don't even have a full crew, and their ship is almost double the size of ours!"" The Captain shook his head. ""On her Majesty's orders."" With that, the men ran out as many guns as they could, while the two ships charged towards one another. Once they were side by side, cannon blasts rang out, the two ships battling.<br/><br/>Before any further order could be given on the Arendelle vessel, however, a diabolical laughter rang out all over the place. Anna was promptly woken up by a sailor, to which she said, ""Oh *hic* that's just Kai... thought he was dead *hic* shut the f*ck up you..."" before falling asleep.<br/><br/>""Kai?"" The captain was stunned. ""He died just shortly after he betrayed us..."" He looked up, only to see a black robed figure in a blank white mask, clutching a Dragon Rod. ""It's good to be back in the game!"" the dark figure cackled. ""I've been resurrected by the power of the Arch Demon! With his power, I've become stronger than ever! And now, it's time to resume my mission of destroying Elsa of Arendelle!""<br/><br/>The captain gritted his teeth. ""It's the Shadow Magus"", he snarled. Grabbing a rifle, he pointed it at the Magus, pulling the trigger. The dark figure laughed wickedly, twirling his rod and blasting the captain off the ship with a magic bolt. ""So... I hear Princess Anna's on the ship..."""
5274,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=700,2014-12-17T04:06:00,Kumbhalgarh,"The Ship sent from Turkey reached the Scandinavian country of Norway. The fleet consisted of 100 ships, and 100,000 soldiers. The soldiers forced their way into Norway, and demanded to see the king. No more jokes, if the Norweigans did not comply by the Mewadi rules the 100,000 soldiers would destroy the country."
5275,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=700,2014-12-17T04:10:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22825276#p22825276"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Ship sent from Turkey reached the Scandinavian country of Norway. The fleet consisted of 100 ships, and 100,000 soldiers. The soldiers forced their way into Norway, and demanded to see the king. No more jokes, if the Norweigans did not comply by the Mewadi rules the 100,000 soldiers would destroy the country.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC: That would take much longer, you know...<br/><br/>Also, we used Norway as Arendelle's location."
5276,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=700,2014-12-17T04:22:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22825286#p22825286"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22825276#p22825276"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Ship sent from Turkey reached the Scandinavian country of Norway. The fleet consisted of 100 ships, and 100,000 soldiers. The soldiers forced their way into Norway, and demanded to see the king. No more jokes, if the Norweigans did not comply by the Mewadi rules the 100,000 soldiers would destroy the country.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC: That would take much longer, you know...<br/><br/>Also, we used Norway as Arendelle's location.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/><br/><br/>How much is one hour in real life equivalent to in the RP."
5277,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=700,2014-12-17T04:28:00,Caribica,"The small Caribican Detachment arrived at the location of Anna's ship. ""What in the hell is going on?"" Said post-captain Selva, who had been awarded a hero of the republic first class after slaying the Archdemon twice, ""Now there's a DRE battleship and some sort of creature aboard the brig? Poin the guns at the DRE ship and I want the marines on the gunboat to board Anna's brig"" ""Right away sir."" his lieutenant replied."
5278,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=725,2014-12-17T04:34:00,Oceasian Scandinavia,"""Shit! We're clearly not in capacity to fight them!"" Weaving said.<br/>""Which means there's only one thing we can do. If i can't win this, no one can!""<br/><br/>And with that, Weaving took control of the ship himself, steering it towards the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Copas</span>. His crew managed to shoot and kill a few of the Oceasian crew. However, the Icelandic fleet is having an easy time destroying his crew. He regrets stealing a ship that's preposterously slow. He hadn't thought of a scenario involving committing suicide and bringing another ship down with his ship. But this isn't a game. There's no turning back now. Captain Yuruk notices this, and immediately attempts to get the ship out of the way. However, the larger<span style=""font-style: italic"">Ingenia</span>is already too close. Thus, he prepares a last second plan. Get on board the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Ingenia</span>and then take over, once they got hit. And now the two ships are less than 50 meters away from each other. The crew of the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Copas</span>braced themselves for a huge impact. But suddenly, the Kraken showed up, grabbed one of Weaving's crew, before throwing him into the air, hitting one of the Icelandic ships, which instantly kills him. Panicking, Weaving's crew shoots at the octopus while attempting to get away. They never stood a chance. Ones that do managed to temporarily escape also got served by the creature. Weaving himself also got grabbed and thrown away into the air. The octopus then submerges itself into the water again. Being literally only a feet away from hitting the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Copas</span>, captain Yuruk ordered 100 members of his crew to get on board the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Ingenia</span>. His crew then inspects the ship, and found the remains of people who got killed on the ship. They were signs of heroic defeats. The dead bodies of the crew of ONS<span style=""font-style: italic"">Onxip</span>and<span style=""font-style: italic"">Howlar</span>will be transported back to the Faroe Islands, where there will be a massive military funeral dedicated to them.<br/><br/>""Sir, we have received news that the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Ingenia</span>is now back in our control. It appears that the Kraken finished off the surviving hijackers who didn't already get killed while fighting the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Onxip</span>and the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Howlar</span>. There will also be a grand military funeral for them.""<br/><br/>Although the Prime Minister is usually expected to attend events like this, this time, Johannesen can't. Not because he doesn't want to, but because he's currently in the front line in Oslo, trying to retake Arendelle from a bunch of rebels. The fleet, led by ONS<span style=""font-style: italic"">Indominus</span>, has arrived in Oslo's ports. The city looks...empty, to say the least. There's no signs of humans living in the city. And it's foggy as hell in there. As far as anyone can scream, the scream is all they hear. The soldiers hopped off of their ships, and walks into the city. After a few minutes, they approached the grand palace. Even in this kind of situation, Johannesen can still make a joke about this, relating to Elsa's ice powers. Of course, everyone would give him a 'WTF' stare if he tells a joke right now, so, he won't do that. They entered the grand palace. It looks like it was abandoned in a hurry. They heard something coming from deep inside. They checked it out, and found nothing. Marching on through the palace, a person jumps out of nowhere with a sword, and stabbed one of the soldiers in the neck, instantly killing him. Johannesen and the other soldiers tries to shoot at him, but the man escapes up the stairs. However, the man jumps out again, trying to stab Johannesen, but he avoided being killed, and shot the man in the head. Johannesen asked himself why the man would just suddenly go mad and do something like that. They continued marching through the palace, where they found what appears to be Elsa's bedroom. They can see melting ice on the walls.<br/><br/>Of course, they also have lots of other people in the city, inspecting it, so they don't feel lonely in the palace. Johannesen looks through the window, and can see the thousands of soldiers in the city. He intends to know more about what exactly happened. Moving on from the palace, he will then check the embassies at the city. Especially the OS embassy. The last time contact is made with the embassy is around the time that Hager or whatever claims he took over the country. Johannesen wonders if he can find documents about recent politics of the country at the embassies."
5279,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=725,2014-12-17T04:40:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote><div><cite>Caribica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22825333#p22825333"">wrote</a>:</cite>The small Caribican Detachment arrived at the location of Anna's ship. ""What in the hell is going on?"" Said post-captain Selva, who had been awarded a hero of the republic first class after slaying the Archdemon twice, ""Now there's a DRE battleship and some sort of creature aboard the brig? Poin the guns at the DRE ship and I want the marines on the gunboat to board Anna's brig"" ""Right away sir."" his lieutenant replied.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The Shadow Magus laughed at the appearance of the Caribican warships. ""These puny fools are no match for my new Shadow Powers!"" he declared. Raising his staff, the entire sky was clouded over by storm clouds, sending bolts of lightning all over. ""If you think you can destroy me, just you wait!"" The Shadow Magus jumped over to the ANS<span style=""font-style: italic"">Jonas</span>, using his Dragon Rod to fight off the men. Dashing into the cabin, he grabbed the drunk Anna with one arm, using the other arm to fight. Before he jumped back onto his own warship, the Magus fired a bolt of dark energy at the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Jonas</span>, smashing it and its crew to kingdom come.<br/><br/>As the Caribican warships came closer, the Magus threw his Rod into the sea, causing a wall to rise from the ocean. ""Take us away"", he commanded. ""I've got something much more important to attend to now"" With that, the red warship disappeared into the fog, just as the wall of water crashed down, drenching the Caribicans."
5280,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=725,2014-12-17T04:56:00,Bunkeranlage,"The Oceasians landing at Oslo were greeted to a grisly sight. The entire city lay in ruins, the stench of rotting human flesh wafting across the streets like odoriferous perfume. Right at the port, a man's head, rotting and putrefying, had been hung on a lamppost, a grim reminder of the revolution. None of the Oceasians were aware that this head belonged to General Keldo Hager.<br/><br/>Embassies had been trashed, staff and ambassadors lying dead all over the floors. The palace had been ripped up on the inside, the bodies of the palace attendants nailed to walls. Muscular and haggard men, some of whom were wearing nothing but undergarments, sat around in the palace, greedily eating all the food in the larders. They watched the Oceasian soldiers intently as they walked past uneasily.<br/><br/>As Johannesen entered the palace, an important looking man showed up, accompanied by two topless men armed with clubs. ""Who are you"", he inquired, ""and what brings you to Arendelle?""<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>As the remaining European leaders converged in Asgard Castle in Reykjavík, a projection appeared. Initially, it was black and amorphous, but eventually moulded into the figure of a man. It was the Shadow Magus. His face, now exposed, was stained with saliva and sweat marks, his eyes bloodshot, and oily strands of hair plastered to his cheeks. ""Greetings, leaders of Europe!"" he rasped. ""I'm making my way here, now, to negotiate with you. Also, I'm bringing a gift with me..."""
5281,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=725,2014-12-17T11:42:00,20 Dragon Riders,"To: dragon king<br/><br/>I have dispatched a platoon of darkspawn to your palace. They will listen to you no matter what untill i return to the battlefield.<br/><br/>-the archdemon<br/><br/><br/><br/><br/><br/><br/><br/><br/>Akoolomon decided to start walking to the nearest populated place. He made sure his swore, blight vanquisher, was properly sheathed and started walking."
5282,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=725,2014-12-17T12:54:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22825182#p22825182"">wrote</a>:</cite>""You're Malefor's father!"" Elsa exclaimed as the Dragon King rose over her and Christopher. A light appeared in her hand as the Ice Chimera froze over, emitting a strong azure light from its blade. ""What are you doing here, and how did you find us?""<br/><br/></div></blockquote><br/>""I AM HERE TO KILL YOU, THAT IS ALL THAT MATTERS."""
5283,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=725,2014-12-17T13:28:00,Caribica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22825436#p22825436"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Oceasians landing at Oslo were greeted to a grisly sight. The entire city lay in ruins, the stench of rotting human flesh wafting across the streets like odoriferous perfume. Right at the port, a man's head, rotting and putrefying, had been hung on a lamppost, a grim reminder of the revolution. None of the Oceasians were aware that this head belonged to General Keldo Hager.<br/><br/>Embassies had been trashed, staff and ambassadors lying dead all over the floors. The palace had been ripped up on the inside, the bodies of the palace attendants nailed to walls. Muscular and haggard men, some of whom were wearing nothing but undergarments, sat around in the palace, greedily eating all the food in the larders. They watched the Oceasian soldiers intently as they walked past uneasily.<br/><br/>As Johannesen entered the palace, an important looking man showed up, accompanied by two topless men armed with clubs. ""Who are you"", he inquired, ""and what brings you to <br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>As the remaining European leaders converged in Asgard Castle in Reykjavík, a projection appeared. Initially, it was black and amorphous, but eventually moulded into the figure of a man. It was the Shadow Magus. His face, now exposed, was stained with saliva and sweat marks, his eyes bloodshot, and oily strands of hair plastered to his cheeks. ""Greetings, leaders of Europe!"" he rasped. ""I'm making my way here, now, to negotiate with you. Also, I'm bringing a gift with me...""</div></blockquote><br/>""Who the hell are you? Wait you're that bastard who sunk two of my ships and my best captain!!! I just awarded him a hero of the republic 1st class medal!!!"" President Palma interrupted."
5284,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=725,2014-12-17T16:19:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote><div><cite>Caribica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22829355#p22829355"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22825436#p22825436"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Oceasians landing at Oslo were greeted to a grisly sight. The entire city lay in ruins, the stench of rotting human flesh wafting across the streets like odoriferous perfume. Right at the port, a man's head, rotting and putrefying, had been hung on a lamppost, a grim reminder of the revolution. None of the Oceasians were aware that this head belonged to General Keldo Hager.<br/><br/>Embassies had been trashed, staff and ambassadors lying dead all over the floors. The palace had been ripped up on the inside, the bodies of the palace attendants nailed to walls. Muscular and haggard men, some of whom were wearing nothing but undergarments, sat around in the palace, greedily eating all the food in the larders. They watched the Oceasian soldiers intently as they walked past uneasily.<br/><br/>As Johannesen entered the palace, an important looking man showed up, accompanied by two topless men armed with clubs. ""Who are you"", he inquired, ""and what brings you to <br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>As the remaining European leaders converged in Asgard Castle in Reykjavík, a projection appeared. Initially, it was black and amorphous, but eventually moulded into the figure of a man. It was the Shadow Magus. His face, now exposed, was stained with saliva and sweat marks, his eyes bloodshot, and oily strands of hair plastered to his cheeks. ""Greetings, leaders of Europe!"" he rasped. ""I'm making my way here, now, to negotiate with you. Also, I'm bringing a gift with me...""</div></blockquote><br/>""Who the hell are you? Wait you're that bastard who sunk two of my ships and my best captain!!! I just awarded him a hero of the republic 1st class medal!!!"" President Palma interrupted.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC: How did he find out about the incident?"
5285,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=725,2014-12-17T16:30:00,20 Dragon Riders,"Warden commander Akoolomonch was a few miles out of one of arendells cities when he saw 20 darkspawn. He unsheathed his sword, blight vanquisher, and started cutting them down like they were nothing. Then an ogre roared so loud that the city could hear it and charged at the warden commander. He jumped back and lunged at the beast, stabbing it in the chest and running up his body to stab him in the brain, which he did, killing the ogre. When he withdrew his sword, he ws a little short of breath, but regained it fast."
5286,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=725,2014-12-17T21:11:00,Oceasian Scandinavia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22825436#p22825436"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Oceasians landing at Oslo were greeted to a grisly sight. The entire city lay in ruins, the stench of rotting human flesh wafting across the streets like odoriferous perfume. Right at the port, a man's head, rotting and putrefying, had been hung on a lamppost, a grim reminder of the revolution. None of the Oceasians were aware that this head belonged to General Keldo Hager.<br/><br/>Embassies had been trashed, staff and ambassadors lying dead all over the floors. The palace had been ripped up on the inside, the bodies of the palace attendants nailed to walls. Muscular and haggard men, some of whom were wearing nothing but undergarments, sat around in the palace, greedily eating all the food in the larders. They watched the Oceasian soldiers intently as they walked past uneasily.<br/><br/>As Johannesen entered the palace, an important looking man showed up, accompanied by two topless men armed with clubs. ""Who are you"", he inquired, ""and what brings you to Arendelle?""<br/><br/></div></blockquote><br/>""I'm K.J.Johannesen, Prime Minister of Oceasian Scandinavia. Princess Anna sent me here. She said the country has been overrun by mobs. And I'm guessing you're a part of said mob."" He said. He and his soldiers prepared their guns for the worst."
5287,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=725,2014-12-17T21:51:00,Bunkeranlage,"The man snarled, flicking the tassels on his epaulettes. ""Well well well, then you've come to the wrong place at the wrong time"", he said dryly. Princess Anna has left already. Nobody here is of any importance but me. If you're looking for that son of a b*tch Keldo Hager, we stringed his head on the lamppost at the port. Unless it's the body you're looking for. My boys ate it."" He laughed, revealing a disgusting set of orange teeth, some chipped and some filed to sharp points."
5288,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=725,2014-12-17T22:48:00,Oceasian Scandinavia,"""Well, we all know Princess Anna has already left. Otherwise, i most likely wouldn't be here in the first place. Say, what are you actually seeking for in taking over the country? You seem to be against both Anna and Hager. The city looks abandoned. Like a world lost to time. Even though it still looks fresh. So i don't see any reason to have the city abandoned. I mean, i actually received a letter from Hager, telling me to have someone from the embassy kill Anna. Of course, i rejected it, because my whole country would be screwed if that happens."" He said, before leaving the palace, along with the soldiers.<br/><br/>The thousands of soldiers occupying the city are concentrated at two spots. The palace, and the embassy. The soldiers who have reached the embassy are ordered to seize all documents there. They are then told to go to all the other embassies, and look for all documents concerning recent events in Europe. Personally, Johannesen would like to know more about the man he just met. But they have no time to. Johannesen walks back into the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Indominus</span>, and then orders all soldiers to leave the city. The fleet will then be docked around 10 miles away from the city. Once Johannesen looked through all the important files, he and a few other military generals will discuss about what to do next in Arendelle, based on the documents. The process will take a very long time, approximately 24 hours.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, ONS<span style=""font-style: italic"">Ingenia</span>and the search party has returned to Torshavn. Once the public got a look of the ship, the soldiers are treated with glorious applause from the audience. However, it's not over yet. The ship still needs to be cleaned up from all of the dead bodies inside, repaired, and then undergo through an investigation by the Oceasian Military Investigation Agency (OMIA). The investigation may cause massive changes on military security, and budget relocation from the government to allow that. And then there's the grand military funeral. The event will be held in the city, watched by the public. Before this, there will be some searching to do, in order to separate the crew of the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Onxip</span>and the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Howlar</span>from the hijackers, which will take a day or two. Government announcement concerning these events are put on the front page of newspapers the following day."
5289,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=725,2014-12-18T02:33:00,Caribica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22831018#p22831018"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Caribica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22829355#p22829355"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Who the hell are you? Wait you're that bastard who sunk two of my ships and my best captain!!! I just awarded him a hero of the republic 1st class medal!!!"" President Palma interrupted.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC: How did he find out about the incident?</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: The ship hadn't returned to report on schedule so the admiral sent out a search party that found 4 survivors clinging to a piece of wreckage, one was in shock while the other 3 were willing to tell them what happened."
5290,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=725,2014-12-18T02:37:00,Caribica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Oceasian Scandinavia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22834679#p22834679"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Well, we all know Princess Anna has already left. Otherwise, i most likely wouldn't be here in the first place. Say, what are you actually seeking for in taking over the country? You seem to be against both Anna and Hager. The city looks abandoned. Like a world lost to time. Even though it still looks fresh. So i don't see any reason to have the city abandoned. I mean, i actually received a letter from Hager, telling me to have someone from the embassy kill Anna. Of course, i rejected it, because my whole country would be screwed if that happens."" He said, before leaving the palace, along with the soldiers. <br/><br/>The thousands of soldiers occupying the city are concentrated at two spots. The palace, and the embassy. The soldiers who have reached the embassy are ordered to seize all documents there. They are then told to go to all the other embassies, and look for all documents concerning recent events in Europe. Personally, Johannesen would like to know more about the man he just met. But they have no time to. Johannesen walks back into the <span style=""font-style: italic"">Indominus</span>, and then orders all soldiers to leave the city. The fleet will then be docked around 10 miles away from the city. Once Johannesen looked through all the important files, he and a few other military generals will discuss about what to do next in Arendelle, based on the documents. The process will take a very long time, approximately 24 hours.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, ONS <span style=""font-style: italic"">Ingenia</span> and the search party has returned to Torshavn. Once the public got a look of the ship, the soldiers are treated with glorious applause from the audience. However, it's not over yet. The ship still needs to be cleaned up from all of the dead bodies inside, repaired, and then undergo through an investigation by the Oceasian Military Investigation Agency (OMIA). The investigation may cause massive changes on military security, and budget relocation from the government to allow that. And then there's the grand military funeral. The event will be held in the city, watched by the public. Before this, there will be some searching to do, in order to separate the crew of the <span style=""font-style: italic"">Onxip</span> and the <span style=""font-style: italic"">Howlar</span> from the hijackers, which will take a day or two. Government announcement concerning these events are put on the front page of newspapers the following day.</div></blockquote><br/>They found nothig in the Caribican embassy as per standard protocol the embassy's documents were burned and it's workers either executed, captured as slaves or escaped."
5291,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=725,2014-12-18T02:49:00,Kumbhalgarh,"The Mewadi ships had now reached DRE controled Gibartrar. They would request permission to go on to Norway, and meet the European kings.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To DRE<br/><br/>Hello, We are the Hindu Mewadis we request permission to cross your land, and go to norway,<br/><br/><br/>Sincerely,<br/><br/>Mewad</blockquote>"
5292,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=725,2014-12-18T04:25:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote><div><cite>Caribica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22835492#p22835492"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22831018#p22831018"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>OOC: How did he find out about the incident?</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: The ship hadn't returned to report on schedule so the admiral sent out a search party that found 4 survivors clinging to a piece of wreckage, one was in shock while the other 3 were willing to tell them what happened.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC: Well, you're going to have to put that into an IC post, because our characters can't see past the 4th wall<img alt="":p"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_tongue.gif"" title=""Razz""/><br/><br/>IC:<br/><br/>The man growled softly as Johannesen and his men took their leave, stepping out of the ruined palace. He snapped, turing around to his two guards. ""Now, you're going to have to get rid of him. Follow him on the pretext of protecting, and strike him down the first chance you get."" The two men nodded, grabbing their weapons and following after Johannesen.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, the man turned around, heading for the dam upstream, constructed during Gaul's occupation of the city. He laughed, watching the Prime Minister leave the palace from far away using his telescope. Further in was a secret that the Arendellians didn't know...<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>Jorgen pointed at the Shadow Magus' projection. ""You dare to show your filthy, perfidious face in my castle?"" he shouted. ""What is it you want?"" The Magus laughed, holding up Anna by the collar, her hands bound tightly. She was still drunk, apparently, mumbling incoherent words and poems to herself while her eyes were shut. ""This here, is Princess Anna of Arendelle. I intend to kill her, but not now."" The leaders gasped. It was impossible, yet it had happened.<br/><br/>""How did the old dotard come back?"" Schluckauf questioned. ""I saw Drago kill you with my own eyes!"" The Magus laughed maniacally. ""Drago was never powerful enough to keep me down. The Arch Demon, through his power, has resurrected me! And look what I have now."" He ripped his black robe open, revealing a very familiar trinket hanging around his neck, five razor sharp prongs stabbed into his blackened chest. ""Surprise!"" he cackled wildly. ""I now have Drago's Millennium Ring! You're powerless against it!"" Before he could say any more, though, Jorgen slammed the table, pulling the Millennium Rod out of his coat.<br/><br/>""What? How did you get it?"" The Shadow Magus screamed. ""It's impossible!"" Jorgen, not explaining, went on, ""Begone, you dark being! You will not have any further grip on th-""<br/><br/>Before he was able to finish his sentence, Jorgen was thrown aside, crashing into a bookshelf which, thankfully, did not topple. ""Jorgen!"" Elsa screamed, her fingers smoking. ""I can't allow Anna to die!"" As Jorgen struggled to get up, the Millennium Rod glowing white, the Magus bawled, ""You can't even be trusted to remain united! You lot shouldn't even be a threat!"" With that, the projection faded, leaving Kai's diabolical laughter behind."
5293,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=725,2014-12-18T05:20:00,Slenderman The CreepyPasta King,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: the world<br/><br/>Well, I was hoping I was wrong but, alas, I was not. This dimension is in serious trouble if the arch demon isn't slayed. And I am the only one who can do it. Tell me where to find any allies and I shall take a ship there.<br/><br/>sincerely<br/><br/>warden commander Akoolomonch</blockquote><br/><br/>he sent the message, hoping the arch demon wouldn't see it."
5294,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=725,2014-12-18T05:23:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote><div><cite>Slenderman The CreepyPasta King <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22836115#p22836115"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: the world<br/><br/>Well, I was hoping I was wrong but, alas, I was not. This dimension is in serious trouble if the arch demon isn't slayed. And I am the only one who can do it. Tell me where to find any allies and I shall take a ship there.<br/><br/>sincerely<br/><br/>warden commander Akoolomonch</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Akoolomonch,<br/><br/>Yes, as a matter of fact, we'll need your assistance.<br/><br/>You see, a recently deceased mage has just been resurrected by the Arch Demon, and he is on his way to destroy us now. We'll have to defeat the Arch Demon soon, if we're to save Europe.<br/><br/>You can find us in the city of Reykjavík.<br/><br/>- Jorgen III of Iceland</blockquote>"
5295,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=725,2014-12-18T05:51:00,Kumbhalgarh,Alright can I land in norway now?
5296,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=725,2014-12-18T05:55:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22836280#p22836280"">wrote</a>:</cite>Alright can I land in norway now?</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC: That'll depend on whether the Dragon Realms Empire lets you set foot on his land."
5297,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=725,2014-12-18T05:57:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22836306#p22836306"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22836280#p22836280"">wrote</a>:</cite>Alright can I land in norway now?</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC: That'll depend on whether the Dragon Realms Empire lets you set foot on his land.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>If he doesnt I will go to war."
5298,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=725,2014-12-18T07:37:00,Oceasian Scandinavia,"As Johannesen and his soldiers walked into the port, they can all see the two guards following them from behind. It seems like they're trying to get as close to Johannesen as possible. They said they were sent by the man Johannesen met in the palace, under the pretext of protecting Johannesen. Not for a moment do any of them believed what they said, especially Johannesen.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Geez, these two people look exactly like how i would picture a madman. I feel insecure right now. Maybe i shouldn't, but really, i don't trust them. Not one bit. And so, in the not-exactly off-chance of it....</span><br/><br/>""Kill them.""<br/><br/>After the short-lasted incident at the port, Johannesen, his generals, and his soldiers walked into their ships. Johannesen and his generals are busy checking out the documents taken from all the abandoned embassies. Once in a while, Johannesen would look out, and see that there's still soldiers carrying documents with them.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Well, that's why i have my generals checking them too.</span>After the last of the soldiers arrived, they set off from the port, and into the open ocean, sailing away from the city. In the documents, he found ones that may indicate Critellardon invading Weselton, although they never really go deeper into it. And of course, documents from the Icelandic and Oceasian embassies. From those documents, he found out that once the Icelandic embassy got news of the initial Oceasian attack on Reykjavik, the information somehow got leaked into the public, supposedly by someone from the embassy leaking it into the newspapers for a ton of money. This then caused crowds to rally outside the Oceasian embassy. Some of them actually managed to break in, and nearly manages to kill the ambassador. Of course, the poor man escaped unharmed, but is still traumatized by the time contact with the embassy was last made.<br/><br/>And then Johannesen suddenly remembered to search for documents dating back to the last time contact is made. After nearly an hour of sitting through various kinds of documents, he eventually found what he's looking for. From these documents, he found out about some interesting information. First, he found out about the Critellardon embassy being destroyed by a mob. Knowing this, he then looked through documents from the Critellardon embassy, and found vague documents relating to Critellardon's unstable political situation, and that the Arendelle embassy is also destroyed.<span style=""font-style: italic"">I wonder if Weselton has something to do with this.</span>He then looked through documents from the Weseltonian embassy, but found nothing. He later found out about Arendelle making threats against Critellardon, outside of Anna knowing. He came to a conclusion that Hager took advantage of the situation to overthrow Anna. It seems that Hager's victory is short-lasted. He also found out about a mob invading the palace, and 'hanging' a man. Johannesen then concludes that it was Hager. This document came from the last day contact is made. From a letter sent by a man named ""Julius"", he then concludes that he just met Julius.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">I don't know why, but i think we may have to either go to Critellardon, or stay in Arendelle.</span>Johannesen is too busy looking through documents, that he forgot he had spent 12 hours on it. Of course, there's the Kraken, who is on it's way to Arendelle as Johannesen speaks."
5299,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=725,2014-12-18T12:36:00,20 Dragon Riders,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22836130#p22836130"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Akoolomonch,<br/><br/>Yes, as a matter of fact, we'll need your assistance.<br/><br/>You see, a recently deceased mage has just been resurrected by the Arch Demon, and he is on his way to destroy us now. We'll have to defeat the Arch Demon soon, if we're to save Europe.<br/><br/>You can find us in the city of Reykjavík.<br/><br/>- Jorgen III of Iceland</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/>After recieving the message he walked around, trying to find a harbor where he can book passage to this Reykjavik. He found one and tried to pay 300 soverigns (gold) to book passage to the city."
5300,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=725,2014-12-18T12:47:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22835546#p22835546"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Mewadi ships had now reached DRE controled Gibartrar. They would request permission to go on to Norway, and meet the European kings. <br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To DRE<br/><br/>Hello, We are the Hindu Mewadis we request permission to cross your land, and go to norway,<br/><br/><br/>Sincerely,<br/><br/>Mewad</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To Mewar<br/>Permission granted<br/>DRE</blockquote>"
5301,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=725,2014-12-18T13:27:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22836306#p22836306"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22836280#p22836280"">wrote</a>:</cite>Alright can I land in norway now?</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC: That'll depend on whether the Dragon Realms Empire lets you set foot on his land.</div></blockquote><br/><blockquote><div><cite>The Dragon Realms Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22829061#p22829061"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22825182#p22825182"">wrote</a>:</cite>""You're Malefor's father!"" Elsa exclaimed as the Dragon King rose over her and Christopher. A light appeared in her hand as the Ice Chimera froze over, emitting a strong azure light from its blade. ""What are you doing here, and how did you find us?""<br/><br/></div></blockquote><br/>""I AM HERE TO KILL YOU, THAT IS ALL THAT MATTERS.""</div></blockquote>"
5302,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=725,2014-12-18T13:29:00,20 Dragon Riders,"Akoolomonch got on the ship, heading towards Reykjavik. Once he arrived there he would find the biggist building, thinking thats where jorgen would be."
5303,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=750,2014-12-18T18:16:00,20 Dragon Riders,"Akoolomonch arrived in Reykjavik, seeking out the castle he walked to it. He could sense this place has seen the wrath of the darkspawn, he yelled,"" hello? Is tgere anyone there?""<br/><br/><br/><br/>(OOC:) tell me if i didnt have the right to speed up my arrival and ill delete this."
5304,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=750,2014-12-19T02:46:00,Kumbhalgarh,"The Mewadi ship had now reached Norway. After months of nonstop travelling the crew was tired. 100,000 men were divided into 100 ships, and my were the ships large. Now the Mewadi army forcefully entered Norway, and demanded to meet the monarch."
5305,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=750,2014-12-19T11:43:00,Caribica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22845779#p22845779"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Mewadi ship had now reached Norway. After months of nonstop travelling the crew was tired. 100,000 men were divided into 100 ships, and my were the ships large. Now the Mewadi army forcefully entered Norway, and demanded to meet the monarch.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: Umm, Arendelle is kind of an anarchy right now so there is no monarch."
5306,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=750,2014-12-19T11:50:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Caribica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22848797#p22848797"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22845779#p22845779"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Mewadi ship had now reached Norway. After months of nonstop travelling the crew was tired. 100,000 men were divided into 100 ships, and my were the ships large. Now the Mewadi army forcefully entered Norway, and demanded to meet the monarch.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: Umm, Arendelle is kind of an anarchy right now so there is no monarch.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/><br/>Then we will raid Arendelle."
5307,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=750,2014-12-19T11:58:00,Kumbhalgarh,"The commander of this mission Rawat Ji. Now got the news that Arendelle had no Monarch. Perfect time to set up a colony in Scandinavia. Thus preperations were made. swords and spears were equipped. The Elephants were readied. The soldiers took a rest, and the next day. Chaos was unleashed upon Arendelle. 100,000 soldiers and 15 elephants raided Arendelle as the city was sent deep into chaos."
5308,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=750,2014-12-19T12:10:00,Caribica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22835922#p22835922"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Caribica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22835492#p22835492"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: The ship hadn't returned to report on schedule so the admiral sent out a search party that found 4 survivors clinging to a piece of wreckage, one was in shock while the other 3 were willing to tell them what happened.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC: Well, you're going to have to put that into an IC post, because our characters can't see past the 4th wall <img alt="":p"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_tongue.gif"" title=""Razz""/> <br/><br/>IC: <br/><br/>The man growled softly as Johannesen and his men took their leave, stepping out of the ruined palace. He snapped, turing around to his two guards. ""Now, you're going to have to get rid of him. Follow him on the pretext of protecting, and strike him down the first chance you get."" The two men nodded, grabbing their weapons and following after Johannesen.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, the man turned around, heading for the dam upstream, constructed during Gaul's occupation of the city. He laughed, watching the Prime Minister leave the palace from far away using his telescope. Further in was a secret that the Arendellians didn't know...<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>Jorgen pointed at the Shadow Magus' projection. ""You dare to show your filthy, perfidious face in my castle?"" he shouted. ""What is it you want?"" The Magus laughed, holding up Anna by the collar, her hands bound tightly. She was still drunk, apparently, mumbling incoherent words and poems to herself while her eyes were shut. ""This here, is Princess Anna of Arendelle. I intend to kill her, but not now."" The leaders gasped. It was impossible, yet it had happened. <br/><br/>""How did the old dotard come back?"" Schluckauf questioned. ""I saw Drago kill you with my own eyes!"" The Magus laughed maniacally. ""Drago was never powerful enough to keep me down. The Arch Demon, through his power, has resurrected me! And look what I have now."" He ripped his black robe open, revealing a very familiar trinket hanging around his neck, five razor sharp prongs stabbed into his blackened chest. ""Surprise!"" he cackled wildly. ""I now have Drago's Millennium Ring! You're powerless against it!"" Before he could say any more, though, Jorgen slammed the table, pulling the Millennium Rod out of his coat.<br/><br/>""What? How did you get it?"" The Shadow Magus screamed. ""It's impossible!"" Jorgen, not explaining, went on, ""Begone, you dark being! You will not have any further grip on th-"" <br/><br/>Before he was able to finish his sentence, Jorgen was thrown aside, crashing into a bookshelf which, thankfully, did not topple. ""Jorgen!"" Elsa screamed, her fingers smoking. ""I can't allow Anna to die!"" As Jorgen struggled to get up, the Millennium Rod glowing white, the Magus bawled, ""You can't even be trusted to remain united! You lot shouldn't even be a threat!"" With that, the projection faded, leaving Kai's diabolical laughter behind.</div></blockquote><br/>President Palma stood up, drew his derringer, pointed it at Elsa and said. ""Listen here Miss, maybe you don't understand but the human race is at risk here and we need to stay as one, now I'm not familiar with it or anything but judging by the bastards reaction to the millennium rod it's the only thing that can kill him. I know how hard it can be to lose your sibling but you need to be willing to give up a life in to ensure the survival of our planet."""
5309,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=750,2014-12-19T12:32:00,Slenderman The CreepyPasta King,"<blockquote><div><cite>Caribica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22849030#p22849030"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22835922#p22835922"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>OOC: Well, you're going to have to put that into an IC post, because our characters can't see past the 4th wall <img alt="":p"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_tongue.gif"" title=""Razz""/> <br/><br/>IC: <br/><br/>The man growled softly as Johannesen and his men took their leave, stepping out of the ruined palace. He snapped, turing around to his two guards. ""Now, you're going to have to get rid of him. Follow him on the pretext of protecting, and strike him down the first chance you get."" The two men nodded, grabbing their weapons and following after Johannesen.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, the man turned around, heading for the dam upstream, constructed during Gaul's occupation of the city. He laughed, watching the Prime Minister leave the palace from far away using his telescope. Further in was a secret that the Arendellians didn't know...<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>Jorgen pointed at the Shadow Magus' projection. ""You dare to show your filthy, perfidious face in my castle?"" he shouted. ""What is it you want?"" The Magus laughed, holding up Anna by the collar, her hands bound tightly. She was still drunk, apparently, mumbling incoherent words and poems to herself while her eyes were shut. ""This here, is Princess Anna of Arendelle. I intend to kill her, but not now."" The leaders gasped. It was impossible, yet it had happened. <br/><br/>""How did the old dotard come back?"" Schluckauf questioned. ""I saw Drago kill you with my own eyes!"" The Magus laughed maniacally. ""Drago was never powerful enough to keep me down. The Arch Demon, through his power, has resurrected me! And look what I have now."" He ripped his black robe open, revealing a very familiar trinket hanging around his neck, five razor sharp prongs stabbed into his blackened chest. ""Surprise!"" he cackled wildly. ""I now have Drago's Millennium Ring! You're powerless against it!"" Before he could say any more, though, Jorgen slammed the table, pulling the Millennium Rod out of his coat.<br/><br/>""What? How did you get it?"" The Shadow Magus screamed. ""It's impossible!"" Jorgen, not explaining, went on, ""Begone, you dark being! You will not have any further grip on th-"" <br/><br/>Before he was able to finish his sentence, Jorgen was thrown aside, crashing into a bookshelf which, thankfully, did not topple. ""Jorgen!"" Elsa screamed, her fingers smoking. ""I can't allow Anna to die!"" As Jorgen struggled to get up, the Millennium Rod glowing white, the Magus bawled, ""You can't even be trusted to remain united! You lot shouldn't even be a threat!"" With that, the projection faded, leaving Kai's diabolical laughter behind.</div></blockquote><br/>President Palma stood up, drew his derringer, pointed it at Elsa and said. ""Listen here Miss, maybe you don't understand but the human race is at risk here and we need to stay as one, now I'm not familiar with it or anything but judging by the bastards reaction to the millennium rod it's the only thing that can kill him. I know how hard it can be to lose your sibling but you need to be willing to give up a life in to ensure the survival of our planet.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Akoolomonch went up to the castle door and knocked as hard as he could, yelling at the top of his lungs,""IS ANYBODY THERE!?!?!"" Sadly some left over darkspawn heard him and went to attack the warden commander, who in turn,unsheathed his sword, beheaded them, and sheathed it again. ""I,WARDEN COMMANDER AKOOLOMONCH, WISH TO SPEAK TO THIS KING JORGEN!!!"""
5310,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=750,2014-12-20T10:21:00,Caribica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22848920#p22848920"">wrote</a>:</cite>The commander of this mission Rawat Ji. Now got the news that Arendelle had no Monarch. Perfect time to set up a colony in Scandinavia. Thus preperations were made. swords and spears were equipped. The Elephants were readied. The soldiers took a rest, and the next day. Chaos was unleashed upon Arendelle. 100,000 soldiers and 15 elephants raided Arendelle as the city was sent deep into chaos.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: But then the elephants all freeze to death because this is Scandinavia."
5311,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=750,2014-12-21T00:16:00,Bunkeranlage,"That moment, a diabolical roar rang through the palace. ""Where is Elsa?"" it screamed. Elsa, seeing what she had done, turned and ran to the balcony, as Jorgen stood up, his mouth bleeding a little.<br/><br/>In the balcony of the palace was the Dragon Lord, Malefor's father and the close ally of the Arch Demon. Elsa calmed down, not betraying everything that had happened downstairs, before saying to him, ""What do you want from me?""<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>The leader of the anarchists returned to the docks of the palace, only to find two dead men- his own men. ""Johannesen…"" he snarled, yellowish saliva dripping from his cracked lips. ""I'll give that b*stard a good hammering when I see him again!"" He ripped his shirt open, revealing strange trinkets hanging from his neck. ""You don't know it, Johannesen, but my family's legacy is one of blood. For 5 centuries, we have killed world leaders covertly for others, and this time, the only difference is that I will do it for myself only!""<br/><br/>""General Björklund, they've escaped.""<br/><br/>He turned around. ""Yes, I f*cking know that already."" He tore a pendant off of his neck, tossing it to the subordinate. ""Sign the order"", he snarled. ""We're declaring war on Europe. Deploy the secret armies."" The subordinate asked, ""Should we sign it off as ""Julius Einarsson"" or as ""Kristoff Björklund""?<br/><br/>Kristoff grinned menacingly. ""My fake name isn't needed anymore. Use my real name."" He spat phlegm on the ground, before continuing, ""Dear Anna Felixsson will be so pleased that I survived the tsunami, wouldn't she? Ha! Ha! Ha! Ha!"""
5312,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=750,2014-12-21T00:20:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22864745#p22864745"">wrote</a>:</cite>That moment, a diabolical roar rang through the palace. ""Where is Elsa?"" it screamed. Elsa, seeing what she had done, turned and ran to the balcony, as Jorgen stood up, his mouth bleeding a little. <br/><br/>In the balcony of the palace was the Dragon Lord, Malefor's father and the close ally of the Arch Demon. Elsa calmed down, not betraying everything that had happened downstairs, before saying to him, ""What do you want from me?""<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>The leader of the anarchists returned to the docks of the palace, only to find two dead men- his own men. ""Johannesen…"" he snarled, yellowish saliva dripping from his cracked lips. ""I'll give that b*stard a good hammering when I see him again!"" He ripped his shirt open, revealing strange trinkets hanging from his neck. ""You don't know it, Johannesen, but my family's legacy is one of blood. For 5 centuries, we have killed world leaders covertly for others, and this time, the only difference is that I will do it for myself only!"" <br/><br/>""General Björklund, they've escaped.""<br/><br/>He turned around. ""Yes, I f*cking know that already."" He tore a pendant off of his neck, tossing it to the subordinate. ""Sign the order"", he snarled. ""We're declaring war on Europe. Deploy the secret armies."" The subordinate asked, ""Should we sign it off as ""Julius Einarsson"" or as ""Kristoff Björklund""? <br/><br/>Kristoff grinned menacingly. ""My fake name isn't needed anymore. Use my real name."" He spat phlegm on the ground, before continuing, ""Dear Anna Felixsson will be so pleased that I survived the tsunami, wouldn't she? Ha! Ha! Ha! Ha!""</div></blockquote><br/>""I WANT YOUR LIFE... AND CHRISTOPHER'S""!"" The Dragon Lord Antichthon boomed."
5313,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=750,2014-12-21T00:30:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Dragon Realms Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22864770#p22864770"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22864745#p22864745"">wrote</a>:</cite>That moment, a diabolical roar rang through the palace. ""Where is Elsa?"" it screamed. Elsa, seeing what she had done, turned and ran to the balcony, as Jorgen stood up, his mouth bleeding a little. <br/><br/>In the balcony of the palace was the Dragon Lord, Malefor's father and the close ally of the Arch Demon. Elsa calmed down, not betraying everything that had happened downstairs, before saying to him, ""What do you want from me?""<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>The leader of the anarchists returned to the docks of the palace, only to find two dead men- his own men. ""Johannesen…"" he snarled, yellowish saliva dripping from his cracked lips. ""I'll give that b*stard a good hammering when I see him again!"" He ripped his shirt open, revealing strange trinkets hanging from his neck. ""You don't know it, Johannesen, but my family's legacy is one of blood. For 5 centuries, we have killed world leaders covertly for others, and this time, the only difference is that I will do it for myself only!"" <br/><br/>""General Björklund, they've escaped.""<br/><br/>He turned around. ""Yes, I f*cking know that already."" He tore a pendant off of his neck, tossing it to the subordinate. ""Sign the order"", he snarled. ""We're declaring war on Europe. Deploy the secret armies."" The subordinate asked, ""Should we sign it off as ""Julius Einarsson"" or as ""Kristoff Björklund""? <br/><br/>Kristoff grinned menacingly. ""My fake name isn't needed anymore. Use my real name."" He spat phlegm on the ground, before continuing, ""Dear Anna Felixsson will be so pleased that I survived the tsunami, wouldn't she? Ha! Ha! Ha! Ha!""</div></blockquote><br/>""I WANT YOUR LIFE... AND CHRISTOPHER'S""!"" The Dragon Lord Antichthon boomed.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Elsa looked dead on at the dragon, drawing the Ice Chimera and channeling her power through the blade. ""If you want me- come and claim me!"" With that, she leaped right off the railing of the balcony, whirling her sword at Antichthon and screaming…<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>General Kristoff Björklund was formerly Elsa's chief of Mining in Arendelle. In 1829, he was dismissed from his position after he was caught embezzling money from Arendelle's federal reserves and gold vaults, taking the money for himself. Despite this, he continued his romantic relationship with Crown Princess Anna, whom he met around three months ago.<br/><br/>Shortly after this, he was conscripted into Arendelle's navy as a sailor, having been assigned to the man-of-war ANS<span style=""font-style: italic"">Melchizedek</span>. Unfortunately for him, the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Melchizedek</span>was destroyed by a mysterious tsunami 5KM off the coast of Tromsø, leaving him stranded on the ship's lifeboat with the first mate. They floated about for 9 days, before the emergency provisions ran out. After this, Kristoff brutally killed the other man, before eating him up.<br/><br/>Soon, he arrived in Tromsø, and was taken into a detention centre.<br/><br/>He, however, did not want to abandon Anna, and escaped from the detention centre, making his way to Oslo on foot. On reaching Oslo, however, he found that Gaul from the DRE had overrun the kingdom's capital. Gathering a group of men, he took over the Kingdom from the usurper Keldo Hager, making himself the leader. However, Anna was nowhere to be found..."
5314,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=750,2014-12-21T00:32:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22864801#p22864801"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Dragon Realms Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22864770#p22864770"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I WANT YOUR LIFE... AND CHRISTOPHER'S""!"" The Dragon Lord Antichthon boomed.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Elsa looked dead on at the dragon, drawing the Ice Chimera and channeling her power through the blade. ""If you want me- come and claim me!"" With that, she leaped right off the railing of the balcony, whirling her sword at Antichthon and screaming…<br/><br/>.</div></blockquote><br/>Christopher than came out too. ""Elsa!"" He yelled. He then drew his sword and joined her.<br/>Antichthon made a sphere of Convexity which knocked them back."
5315,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=750,2014-12-21T00:35:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Dragon Realms Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22864819#p22864819"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22864801#p22864801"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Elsa looked dead on at the dragon, drawing the Ice Chimera and channeling her power through the blade. ""If you want me- come and claim me!"" With that, she leaped right off the railing of the balcony, whirling her sword at Antichthon and screaming…<br/><br/>.</div></blockquote><br/>Christopher than came out too. ""Elsa!"" He yelled. He then drew his sword and joined her.<br/>Antichthon made a sphere of Convexity which knocked them back.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Elsa fell back onto the balcony, as did Christopher. ""Christopher!"" she called. ""If we can combine the power of our two swords, maybe we can defeat him!"" They tried again, but nothing worked. Time after time, they were thrown back onto the balcony.<br/><br/>It was then that a third blade touched the two that were already crossed. Jorgen had appeared, riding on Engar-Tennur and using the Millennium Rod's blade. The Rod, unlike the Ice Chimera and the Sword of Mountain, did not glow at all. Yet, all three could feel its power adding to that of the other two. ""I figured you needed help"", he said sarcastically."
5316,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=750,2014-12-21T00:38:00,Bunkeranlage,"Meanwhile, in the meeting room, an uninvited guest had appeared. All the leaders gasped as the Shadow Magus stepped into the room, dragging an unconscious Princess Anna in by her bound wrists. He had obviously been in a fight, for he wore no clothes but a small white loincloth. The Millennium Ring, dripping with blood, hung around his neck. ""All of you!"" he yelled. ""Obey my commands, or I will kill Princess Anna!"" He laughed, ordering the leaders to sit down at the chairs, before he went out, dragging Anna along, and closing the door behind him, bolting it with a candlestick. Just then, he could hear the commotion on the balcony. ""Ahhhh…"""
5317,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=750,2014-12-21T00:41:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22864838#p22864838"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Dragon Realms Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22864819#p22864819"">wrote</a>:</cite>Christopher than came out too. ""Elsa!"" He yelled. He then drew his sword and joined her.<br/>Antichthon made a sphere of Convexity which knocked them back.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Elsa fell back onto the balcony, as did Christopher. ""Christopher!"" she called. ""If we can combine the power of our two swords, maybe we can defeat him!"" They tried again, but nothing worked. Time after time, they were thrown back onto the balcony.<br/><br/>It was then that a third blade touched the two that were already crossed. Jorgen had appeared, riding on Engar-Tennur and using the Millennium Rod's blade. The Rod, unlike the Ice Chimera and the Sword of Mountain, did not glow at all. Yet, all three could feel its power adding to that of the other two. ""I figured you needed help"", he said sarcastically.</div></blockquote><br/>Antichthon swiped at Elsa. Then Malefor appeared and landed next to him<br/>""I am here father"" he said.<br/>""YOU THREE DIE TONIGHT!"" Antichthon said."
5318,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=750,2014-12-21T00:46:00,Bunkeranlage,"Before the three could do anything, the Shadow Magus stepped in, still holding on to Anna's rope. ""Surprise, surprise!"" he called. Elsa gasped, stooping down and embracing Anna. ""Don't worry, my ""queen"", the little sl*t isn't cursed. She just got clobbered on the head by a sword hilt!"" the Magus taunted. Jorgen pointed the headpiece of his Rod at the Shadow Magus, sending him flying into the room and hitting his head on a desk. ""Dragon Lord!"" he yelled. ""Your sick game has gone on for long enough!"" The Shadow Magus stood up, tears, mucus and saliva dripping from his face in liberal amounts. ""You fools!"" he called. ""You'll be sorry you ever messed with me and my master!"" The Millennium Ring began to glow as Jorgen's Rod charged up its power..."
5319,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=750,2014-12-21T00:52:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22864894#p22864894"">wrote</a>:</cite>Before the three could do anything, the Shadow Magus stepped in, still holding on to Anna's rope. ""Surprise, surprise!"" he called. Elsa gasped, stooping down and embracing Anna. ""Don't worry, my ""queen"", the little sl*t isn't cursed. She just got clobbered on the head by a sword hilt!"" the Magus taunted. Jorgen pointed the headpiece of his Rod at the Shadow Magus, sending him flying into the room and hitting his head on a desk. ""Dragon Lord!"" he yelled. ""Your sick game has gone on for long enough!"" The Shadow Magus stood up, tears, mucus and saliva dripping from his face in liberal amounts. ""You fools!"" he called. ""You'll be sorry you ever messed with me and my master!"" The Millennium Ring began to glow as Jorgen's Rod charged up its power...</div></blockquote><br/>""OH PERFECT! AND TO THINK I STILL HAVE 2 SURPRISES LEFT!"" *Maniacal laughter as an army of Grublins appears around the building.*<br/>""DON'T WORRY, THEY JUST STOP EVERYONE FROM LEAVING AND FOR MY FINAL SURPRISE""<br/>Cynder and Gaul appeared."
5320,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=750,2014-12-21T00:58:00,Bunkeranlage,"Elsa stood up, pointing her sword at the Shadow Magus. ""Kai!"" she declared. ""Your betrayal has gone on for long enough. It's time to end this!"" The Shadow Magus laughed, his Ring glowing and the prongs rattling. ""You can't defeat me anymore, Elsa! I am the Darkness!"" His laughter was short lived, for the Ice Chimera was giving off a blinding blue light. ""What's this? Where is this power coming from?"" Elsa looked at him fiercely, saying, ""Today, I will stop you from spreading your darkness any further!"" With that, a massive blast of energy flew from the Chimera towards a terrified and screaming Magus, who tried to run away, but to no avail. The light energy from Elsa's sword hit him, obliterating his body and his mind forever. When the light cleared, all that was left of him was the Millennium Ring.<br/><br/>With that, she turned around, cutting Anna's bonds. Jorgen, Elsa and Christopher faced the two dark dragons on the balcony. As the guards of the Wilderwest and the MNFC desperately fought against the intruders, the three Monarchs crossed blades, Engar-Tennur charging up one final plasma shot…"
5321,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=750,2014-12-21T02:10:00,Oceasian Scandinavia,"50 miles off the coast of Arendelle. While still busy searching through documents, Johannesen and his generals are also searching for a course of actions to take on Arendelle, especially after ""Julius""s bodyguards supposedly attempted to kill off Johannesen. Of course, Johannesen doesn't know that Julius is actually a man named Kristoff, the former Chief of Mining in Arendelle. Regardless of that, Johannesen still has dirty tricks he can use. He plans to destroy the city. Of course, he won't use his military forces, because that would be a waste of bullets for Johannesen. The Kraken, being the country's most powerful weapon, will be used in the plan. The main purpose of this is to destroy the embassies from which many documents are taken from. Without those embassies, even if Elsa retakes control of the country, which is a long-shot, she'll never be able to prove that OS troops had seized documents. The Kraken and the navy goes to a distance of about 10 miles from the coastline, and under the cover of night, it begins."
5322,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=750,2014-12-21T02:22:00,Bunkeranlage,"In the dead of night, General Kristoff Björklund, former Mining Chief of Arendelle, had assembled an enormous fleet of ships, every single one of them equipped with Greek Fire. His intention was to send the ships to Reykjavík, where he would destroy all the leaders in one clean sweep. It was a mastery of martial planning that nobody would have expected to come from a miner.<br/><br/>That plan was never to take place, however.<br/><br/>That night, a soldier reported to General Björklund that a ship had been sunk under very mysterious conditions. ""What the hell?"" The General was stumped. ""How could they have gotten to us?"" As he stepped outside, onto the balcony of the palace, he could see the waters receding, even more than it had at Iceland and at Tromsø. Something was wrong.<br/><br/>""Get the dykes up! Get the dykes the f*ck up!"" Kristoff Björklund was flailing his arms about and screaming wildly, his numerous trinkets clinking on his chest. As the soldiers struggled to reinforce Oslo's dykes, he could see the water receding even further, leaving trails of dead fish all over the water. He knew exactly what was going on. It had happened to him at Tromsø.<br/><br/>This time, however, something was very wrong. The water kept receding, until a certain point, where it stopped. By now, the dykes had been built up, and the ships had been beached. ""Dammit"", he muttered. ""We'll have to get them back later."" They never did, for at that moment, the water reeled up, rising rapidly and charging straight for the city. Kristoff was stunned, as the dykes were completely engulfed in the gigantic wave, the soldiers crushed under the enormous pressure of the water. He could only watch as six gigantic tentacles, each the thickness and height of a fully grown oak tree, rose out of the ocean, and the furious wall of water crashing down into the palace in which he stood.<br/><br/>In one night, Arendelle's capital, along with everyone in it, was completely decimated. Oslo was devoid of life."
5323,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=750,2014-12-21T04:38:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote><div><cite>20 Dragon Riders <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22842371#p22842371"">wrote</a>:</cite>Akoolomonch arrived in Reykjavik, seeking out the castle he walked to it. He could sense this place has seen the wrath of the darkspawn, he yelled,"" hello? Is tgere anyone there?"" <br/><br/><br/><br/>(OOC:) tell me if i didnt have the right to speed up my arrival and ill delete this.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>A guard at the port stopped him. ""Excuse me sir"", he said firmly, ""you're going to have to follow us for the time being. As of now, there are quite a number of world leaders in the castle, and we can't just have people coming in."" He nudged his colleague, before leading Akoolomonch to an office up the port.<br/><br/>Pulling out a chair and pouring some water for him, the lieutenant sat down facing him, saying to him, ""Do you happen to have any passports with you? Or perhaps an invitation from any of the leaders present?"""
5324,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=750,2014-12-21T08:06:00,Slenderman The CreepyPasta King,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22865900#p22865900"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>20 Dragon Riders <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22842371#p22842371"">wrote</a>:</cite>Akoolomonch arrived in Reykjavik, seeking out the castle he walked to it. He could sense this place has seen the wrath of the darkspawn, he yelled,"" hello? Is tgere anyone there?"" <br/><br/><br/><br/>(OOC:) tell me if i didnt have the right to speed up my arrival and ill delete this.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>A guard at the port stopped him. ""Excuse me sir"", he said firmly, ""you're going to have to follow us for the time being. As of now, there are quite a number of world leaders in the castle, and we can't just have people coming in."" He nudged his colleague, before leading Akoolomonch to an office up the port.<br/><br/>Pulling out a chair and pouring some water for him, the lieutenant sat down facing him, saying to him, ""Do you happen to have any passports with you? Or perhaps an invitation from any of the leaders present?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Umm yes. I have this letter from a king Jorgen."" Akoolomonch said taking out the letter from his pack. Though he had to reach into his silver and blue armor to reach it. He then showed the guard it."
5325,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=750,2014-12-21T08:10:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote><div><cite>Slenderman The CreepyPasta King <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22866751#p22866751"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22865900#p22865900"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>A guard at the port stopped him. ""Excuse me sir"", he said firmly, ""you're going to have to follow us for the time being. As of now, there are quite a number of world leaders in the castle, and we can't just have people coming in."" He nudged his colleague, before leading Akoolomonch to an office up the port.<br/><br/>Pulling out a chair and pouring some water for him, the lieutenant sat down facing him, saying to him, ""Do you happen to have any passports with you? Or perhaps an invitation from any of the leaders present?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Umm yes. I have this letter from a king Jorgen."" Akoolomonch said taking out the letter from his pack. Though he had to reach into his silver and blue armor to reach it. He then showed the guard it.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The guard reached for the paper, glancing through it quickly, before handing it back to Akoolomonch. ""So, Mr. Akoolomonch"", he said. ""His Majesty has invited you here to help. I do thank you for making the effort to come down here to aid us in this time of crisis."" He turned uneasily, looking about the room, before going on, ""Be warned, though, a man with a Millennium Item has just come down, and he's killed all my guards. Be careful of him!""<br/><br/>With that, the guard led Akoomolonch out of the door, pointing towards the road to Asgard Castle."
5326,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=750,2014-12-21T08:14:00,Slenderman The CreepyPasta King,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22866780#p22866780"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Slenderman The CreepyPasta King <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22866751#p22866751"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""Umm yes. I have this letter from a king Jorgen."" Akoolomonch said taking out the letter from his pack. Though he had to reach into his silver and blue armor to reach it. He then showed the guard it.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The guard reached for the paper, glancing through it quickly, before handing it back to Akoolomonch. ""So, Mr. Akoolomonch"", he said. ""His Majesty has invited you here to help. I do thank you for making the effort to come down here to aid us in this time of crisis."" He turned uneasily, looking about the room, before going on, ""Be warned, though, a man with a Millennium Item has just come down, and he's killed all my guards. Be careful of him!""<br/><br/>With that, the guard led Akoomolonch out of the door, pointing towards the road to Asgard Castle.</div></blockquote><br/>""Thank you for the warning. I shall be careful."" Akoolomonch said. Then he started walking to the castle. When he arrived, he took off his helmet. Revealing pointy ears and a blue tatoo with swirls covering his face. He went into the castle."
5327,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=750,2014-12-21T08:34:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote><div><cite>Slenderman The CreepyPasta King <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22866796#p22866796"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22866780#p22866780"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>The guard reached for the paper, glancing through it quickly, before handing it back to Akoolomonch. ""So, Mr. Akoolomonch"", he said. ""His Majesty has invited you here to help. I do thank you for making the effort to come down here to aid us in this time of crisis."" He turned uneasily, looking about the room, before going on, ""Be warned, though, a man with a Millennium Item has just come down, and he's killed all my guards. Be careful of him!""<br/><br/>With that, the guard led Akoomolonch out of the door, pointing towards the road to Asgard Castle.</div></blockquote><br/>""Thank you for the warning. I shall be careful."" Akoolomonch said. Then he started walking to the castle. When he arrived, he took off his helmet. Revealing pointy ears and a blue tatoo with swirls covering his face. He went into the castle.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Unfortunately for him, ever since the Shadow Magus entered the castle, the Guards had barred all access to anywhere near the grounds. As soon as Akoolomonch came close to the first gate, three Guards of the Wilderwest drew their swords and confronted him. ""Who are you, and why are you coming here?"" they asked fiercely. ""Are you aware that someone has just attempted to take the King's life?""<br/><br/>While the three confronted the Grey Warden, a fourth went up to the castle to inform the leaders of the new visitor. They definitely weren't taking any chances, not when a deranged and traitorous sorcerer with a Millennium Item had infiltrated the place just about an hour ago."
5328,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=775,2014-12-21T08:54:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22865373#p22865373"">wrote</a>:</cite>In the dead of night, General Kristoff Björklund, former Mining Chief of Arendelle, had assembled an enormous fleet of ships, every single one of them equipped with Greek Fire. His intention was to send the ships to Reykjavík, where he would destroy all the leaders in one clean sweep. It was a mastery of martial planning that nobody would have expected to come from a miner.<br/><br/>That plan was never to take place, however.<br/><br/>That night, a soldier reported to General Björklund that a ship had been sunk under very mysterious conditions. ""What the hell?"" The General was stumped. ""How could they have gotten to us?"" As he stepped outside, onto the balcony of the palace, he could see the waters receding, even more than it had at Iceland and at Tromsø. Something was wrong.<br/><br/>""Get the dykes up! Get the dykes the f*ck up!"" Kristoff Björklund was flailing his arms about and screaming wildly, his numerous trinkets clinking on his chest. As the soldiers struggled to reinforce Oslo's dykes, he could see the water receding even further, leaving trails of dead fish all over the water. He knew exactly what was going on. It had happened to him at Tromsø. <br/><br/>This time, however, something was very wrong. The water kept receding, until a certain point, where it stopped. By now, the dykes had been built up, and the ships had been beached. ""Dammit"", he muttered. ""We'll have to get them back later."" They never did, for at that moment, the water reeled up, rising rapidly and charging straight for the city. Kristoff was stunned, as the dykes were completely engulfed in the gigantic wave, the soldiers crushed under the enormous pressure of the water. He could only watch as six gigantic tentacles, each the thickness and height of a fully grown oak tree, rose out of the ocean, and the furious wall of water crashing down into the palace in which he stood.<br/><br/>In one night, Arendelle's capital, along with everyone in it, was completely decimated. Oslo was devoid of life.</div></blockquote><br/>And the DRE forces arrived and took Arendelle because no one was there.<br/>And another force was spotted at Dante's Freezer. They had the intent on completely destroying Oceasian Scandinavia, on Antichthon's orders."
5329,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=775,2014-12-21T10:27:00,Slenderman The CreepyPasta King,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22866917#p22866917"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Slenderman The CreepyPasta King <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22866796#p22866796"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Thank you for the warning. I shall be careful."" Akoolomonch said. Then he started walking to the castle. When he arrived, he took off his helmet. Revealing pointy ears and a blue tatoo with swirls covering his face. He went into the castle.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Unfortunately for him, ever since the Shadow Magus entered the castle, the Guards had barred all access to anywhere near the grounds. As soon as Akoolomonch came close to the first gate, three Guards of the Wilderwest drew their swords and confronted him. ""Who are you, and why are you coming here?"" they asked fiercely. ""Are you aware that someone has just attempted to take the King's life?""<br/><br/>While the three confronted the Grey Warden, a fourth went up to the castle to inform the leaders of the new visitor. They definitely weren't taking any chances, not when a deranged and traitorous sorcerer with a Millennium Item had infiltrated the place just about an hour ago.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Really? And you somehow could not stop the assassian? But thats besides the point."" Akoolomonch said, on guard. Ready to defend himself if the guards attacked. ""I am here to offer my help against the blight. And, more importantly, to slay the archdemon when I encounter it."""
5330,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=775,2014-12-21T10:43:00,Kumbhalgarh,"The mewadi army marched across the streets of Arendelle, their elephants strong and mighty. Ready to crush resistance."
5331,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=775,2014-12-21T11:21:00,Greater Weselton,The Kaiser readied Weseltonian troops to fight the evil demon. He saw the demon as the biggest threat Europe has ever faced. It was a whole lot of a bigger than Napoleon and Prince Hans combined. He was to mobilize all troops to fight this evil demon in a holy war. He also heard about Arendelle's state of anarchy. He was worried for Elsa and Anna.
5332,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=775,2014-12-21T15:20:00,Caribica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22867898#p22867898"">wrote</a>:</cite>The mewadi army marched across the streets of Arendelle, their elephants strong and mighty. Ready to crush resistance.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: Um uhh.. *cough* *cough*, Oslo is kind of, heh heh, underwater right now so those elephants of yours would not only be Popsicles but submarines as well.<br/>IC: ""Three Dragons? Fuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuu-!!!!"" The admiral screamed, ""Well let's see how they like AP, order the fleet to open fire on the dragons with armor piercing rounds now!""<br/>Meanwhile on land General Rodguiez was equally furious and soon 4 Gatling Guns and 150 infantrymen were marched into the city to deal with the grublins."
5333,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=775,2014-12-21T18:11:00,Hastiaka,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Kingdom of Malta<br/>Holy Sanctuary of the Knights of Saint John of Jerusalem<br/>Valletta</span></div><br/><br/>The docks were packed with Galleons left and right. The city of Valetta is thriving. Malta is one of the more sunnier places in europe in exception of Turkey. The Knights of Saint John has a reputation for being Valiant. They had always been toe to toe with the Ottoman Empire. Passing by several Houses, churches and Cathedral lies the Palace of the Grandmaster. Jean Isendor is the current grandmaster of the Knights. The Pope in rome has blessed Malta and had given donations in order for the Island nation to become prosperous. However, the European Shenanigans are on it again. The Knights of Malta is not one of a Bureaucratic type. Majority of the Maltese population are Militias. The Navy of the Knights of Saint John is a wonder. They had been able to counter the Vast Navies of the Ottomans. However, word reached Valletta about a Queen in Scandinavia and how she used the element of ice to freeze Arendelle. They also heard about how demons had plagued Arendalle.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Saint John's Tribunal, Valletta</span><br/><br/>The Tribunal were filled with senators left and right as the Grandmaster stands in the middle of the Coliseum. The crowd was loud. They were angry. Even the Cardinal of the Apostolic See of Malta was present there too. The crowd cried one thing.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">''Kill the blasted demons! They wont stop at Arendalle! Once they destroy that kingdom of theirs they are going to move one place to another and eventually, the Kingdom of Malta will fall! Our army is strong enough to go toe to toe with the Ottoman Empire but not strong enough to even defend ourselves from these demons! We also heard that a ''Mewadi Army'' had gone marching on the streets of Arendelle with... ELEPHANTS!'' </span><br/><br/>The Tribunal was loud until a loud voice came.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">''Stop!''</span>shouted the Grandmaster.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">''We will send a message to every nation on Europe to calm the hell down. This is utter madness! Send message to the Pope and to the Ottomans. We need to be united if we are to defend Malta.''</span><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.virtuousplanet.com/shops/userimages/00006/00000000074/section/00000000000000007326.png""/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Kingdom of Malta<br/>Holy Sanctuary of the Knights of Saint John of Jerusalem</span><br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Dearest leaders of Europe,<br/><br/>We are alarmed of the recent updates in the Mainland. We are worried. Arendelle deserves to be Independent according to our officials stationed in the Vatican. We are outraged of the Mewadi Armies that is currently marching upon the streets of Arendelle. We ask you to stop this madness or atleast inform Malta of what is going on.<br/><br/>Sincerely,<br/><br/>Grandmaster Jean Isendor</span></div></blockquote>"
5334,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=775,2014-12-21T19:22:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Grandmaster Jean Isendor,<br/><br/>Greetings! I come to you in this troubled time to seek aid in the containment of the Arch Demons. As I was awarded an honorary title of Knight of St. John in 1816, I believe I have a right to come to you. I write this in my capacity as both Defence Minister of Iceland and as a Knight of the Order of St. John.<br/><br/>Arendelle has been overrun by the armies of the Dragon Realms Empire, a regime that has absolutely no respect for the sanctity of life or for the sovereignty of a nation-state. Furthermore, the armies of India have approached, as you pointed out. When we forged our alliance with them, we did not know they would do this. Should they continue, action will be taken.<br/><br/>Now to address the Arch-Demon; He is a far greater power than anything we've ever seen, possibly with the potential to overcome the seven Millennium Items. As of now, we only have two of them. The other 5 Millennium Items, we do not know their whereabouts. <br/><br/>Our only hope now is to work together with the one other sentient race we share this world with (i.e. dragons), to stop the evil. Currently, my sovereign, Jorgen III Ólafsson of Iceland, is gathering the Bronze Keys required to release a dragon of light whose power surpasses that of any other dragon in this realm. He has two already, and the third will be coming soon. As of now, however, we will need to work together to prevent the Demon from getting further from Iceland, and this is where I ask for your help.<br/><br/>I salute you, comrade,<br/><br/>- Defence Minister Herbert Schluckauf, KStJ<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Pro Fide, Pro Utilitate Hominum</span></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">The Caribican Gov't,<br/><br/>Have you obtained the Critellarian's key yet?<br/><br/>- Jorgen</blockquote>"
5335,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=775,2014-12-21T20:41:00,Hastiaka,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Kingdom of Malta<br/>Holy Sanctuary of the Knights of Saint John of Jerusalem<br/>Valletta</span></div><br/><br/>Everyone was already talking about the Demons and the Indian Invasion of Arendelle. The Population of Malta has several Hundred Thousand citizens and many of whom are Militias. The Knights of Saint John are pleading for support for their Ottoman rivals. Currently, the Population in Tripoli had grew enough for the Knights to conscript there too.<br/><br/>In the Ports of every Maltese city, the Navy of the Knights of Saint John is being prepared to head for Iceland. The Hulls are being reinforced by steel imported from Tunisia and from Italy. The sails were being re designed to withstand storms and Hurricanes. The cabins had been renovated to improve life in the Galleons. It seemed the Knights are preparing for hell itself.<br/><br/>In the Cities, the Remaining citizens prepare and barricade their own respective settlements. They would gather wood and make makeshift barricades. The entire population of Malta is forced to prepare for the worst.<br/><br/>Days later, the Fleet would be prepared to go on their voyage to Iceland<br/><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://api.ning.com/files/Tc1DvjhnAzURqj8CKXPXuwUSwAZ0uP0v2xZhUx64CQ8s0kMdWYb9hJWwjG2FMNSC9B8sGh9j9oo4mnW1et2MuKmFXWphMmO-/drake4.jpg""/></div>"
5336,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=775,2014-12-22T01:52:00,Caribica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22873674#p22873674"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Grandmaster Jean Isendor,<br/><br/>Greetings! I come to you in this troubled time to seek aid in the containment of the Arch Demons. As I was awarded an honorary title of Knight of St. John in 1816, I believe I have a right to come to you. I write this in my capacity as both Defence Minister of Iceland and as a Knight of the Order of St. John.<br/><br/>Arendelle has been overrun by the armies of the Dragon Realms Empire, a regime that has absolutely no respect for the sanctity of life or for the sovereignty of a nation-state. Furthermore, the armies of India have approached, as you pointed out. When we forged our alliance with them, we did not know they would do this. Should they continue, action will be taken.<br/><br/>Now to address the Arch-Demon; He is a far greater power than anything we've ever seen, possibly with the potential to overcome the seven Millennium Items. As of now, we only have two of them. The other 5 Millennium Items, we do not know their whereabouts. <br/><br/>Our only hope now is to work together with the one other sentient race we share this world with (i.e. dragons), to stop the evil. Currently, my sovereign, Jorgen III Ólafsson of Iceland, is gathering the Bronze Keys required to release a dragon of light whose power surpasses that of any other dragon in this realm. He has two already, and the third will be coming soon. As of now, however, we will need to work together to prevent the Demon from getting further from Iceland, and this is where I ask for your help.<br/><br/>I salute you, comrade,<br/><br/>- Defence Minister Herbert Schluckauf, KStJ<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Pro Fide, Pro Utilitate Hominum</span></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">The Caribican Gov't,<br/><br/>Have you obtained the Critellarian's key yet?<br/><br/>- Jorgen</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/>OOC: Oh **** I almost forgot about that, sorry.<br/>IC: After a long journey by rail the SIE agents and the Marine Raiders reached the coast. ""This looks like the place boys."" Cologne said staring out into the sea. A young midshipman brought forth a signaling mirror and flashed it out into the water, they ere soon met with a reply and shortly after 2 rowboats came to the coast. ""Who the hell a' these folks?"" The rower of one questioned as he saw the SIE agents. ""Long story."" An ensign muttered to himself as they rowed back to the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Vengador</span>. Once there they set sail for an ironclad near Iceland.<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Dear King Jorgen III,<br/>Expect a Christmas parcel from me on the morrow.<br/>Sincerely, President Palma</blockquote>"
5337,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=775,2014-12-22T02:04:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Kaiser Wilhelm II,<br/><br/>I am Anton Riegelein, Internal Minister of Iceland and former ambassador of Iceland to your nation. I am writing this letter to request for military aid to stop the advancement of the Arch Demon's forces beyond Greenland. As of now, the bulk of his men are still there. However, if we are to delay this until his Majesty Jorgen III is able to release the Blue-Eyes, we will need all the help we can get.<br/><br/>Naval support will be preferred, though land forces are needed as well. In return, his Majesty Jorgen III is able to train your elite men in the art of dragon riding.<br/><br/>I remain, in this time of crisis,<br/><br/>Yours Truly,<br/><br/>Hans Johann Otto Hermann Anton Ritter von Riegelein<br/>Internal Minister, Icelandic Empire</blockquote>"
5338,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=775,2014-12-22T02:34:00,Hastiaka,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Kingdom of Malta<br/>Holy Sanctuary of the Knights of Saint John of Jerusalem<br/>Straight of Gibraltar<br/>Hurricane Season</span><br/><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://digital-art-gallery.com/oid/14/640x384_4190_Winter_blockade_2d_ships_fantasy_picture_image_digital_art.jpg""/></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">''Fix the damned sails! The two of you! Head to the Cabins and make sure the water doesn't get in!''</span>the Captain of the Maltese Flagship shouted. MNS Saint John is the Flagship of the Maltese Navy. The Knights of Saint John were under scrutiny. A Powerful Hurricane had entered the Mediterranean and is tearing apart the Combined Fleet of Malta and Tripoli<br/><br/>The Galleons and Caravels were experiencing Hell itself. The Waves would swallow an entire Galleon. However, the Saint John would stand out the Hurricane. The 75 gun Galleon is designed to withstand strong winds. The Galleon was also tall enough for most of the waves not to swallow it.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">''Damn the Waves! Full sails ahead! Let's fight this damned storm''</span>With that command, the Saint John sailed through the high waves.<br/><br/>Days later, the Fleet would be still intact. However, a Galleon and two caravels would be sent back to drydock for repairs."
5339,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=775,2014-12-22T02:50:00,Bunkeranlage,"Within a few days, the Maltese fleet had left the Mediterranean Sea, eventually entering the waters that were dominated by Oceasian Scandinavia and Iceland. A large number of their ships had survived the storm, so their fleet of galleons was still intact.<br/><br/>Defence Minister Schluckauf had ordered a fleet of Icelandic warships to meet them near the waters of Ripto, just as a formality. The Icelandic fleet, numbering around 20 and led by the 100 gun ISS<span style=""font-style: italic"">Þórlak</span>, eventually met with the Maltese fleet, which were all flying the 8 pointed Cross of the Hospitallers. The Icelandic ships raised their own flags, which were red and adorned with an Yggdrasil motif within a white Uroboros.<br/><br/>Grand Admiral Hjörleifúr Dagúrsson (promoted after the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Ingenia</span>incident) had been placed in charge of the fleet that was meeting up with the Knights of St. John. He raised a signal from the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Þórlak</span>, requesting that the two admirals of the respective fleets meet up. The other 19 Icelandic warships dropped their anchors as the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Þórlak</span>sailed on, towards the Maltese fleet. Another signal was soon flashed, requesting that the Maltese flagship come alongside the ICelandic flagship, such that the respective Admirals could communicate."
5340,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=775,2014-12-22T02:57:00,Hastiaka,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Kingdom of Malta<br/>Holy Sanctuary of the Knights of Saint John of Jerusalem<br/>Docks of Ripto</span></div><br/><br/>The Galleons were docking and the Crews were taking in supplies from the Nearby Village. The Galleons sustained Minimum damage. The Hull of the<span style=""font-style: italic"">MNS Saint Agustin</span>suffered damage and is still operational. Hundreds of Sailors would head to the Inn and rest for a few hours.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, Admiral Jose Ferdinand was of Spanish descent. He led the successful story in defending Malta from the Ottomans. The Admiral walked down the rampart and met his counterpart.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">''Greetings! The Knights of Saint. John thanks you for your extreme and warm welcome.'' </span>"
5341,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=775,2014-12-22T03:06:00,Bunkeranlage,"Hjörleifúr Dagúrsson was a humble man. He did not bother wearing the gold tassels on his epaulettes the same way the other 7 Grand Admirals did, instead wearing the silver ones he wore as an Admiral. His monocle did not have any metal rims, and the chain was made of silver instead of platinum. The drill cane he carried did not have the two yellow tassels, making the teak handle and the gold caps less fancy.<br/><br/>As he stood on the little island just 2KM off the coast of Ripto, the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Þórlak</span>just behind him, he could see the Maltese Admiral stepping off the lifeboat with his lieutenants and captains. Unlike him, Dagúrsson was unaccompanied, save for a jet black Rottweiler standing erect by his side, as well as a sky blue Scauldron on the other. As the other Admiral came close to him, Dagúrsson saluted, before saying, ""Good evening. I am Grand Admiral Hjörleifúr Dagúrsson of the Icelandic Imperial Navy. Thank you for coming to assist us in keeping the Arch Demon contained.""<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">President Palma,<br/><br/>Thank you. Please pass the key either to Minister Schluckauf or myself.<br/><br/>I assure you, the Blue Eyes White Dragon will be released, and we will see the end of the Arch Demon and Malefor.<br/><br/>- Jorgen III</blockquote>"
5342,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=775,2014-12-22T03:12:00,Hastiaka,"The Admiral was dressed with his Ceremonial attire. He laughed and said.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">''Glad being in business with you. I may also like to add that the Fleet from Tripoli is arriving shortly. Expect reinforcements in an hour.'' </span>"
5343,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=775,2014-12-22T03:16:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote><div><cite>Hastiaka <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22877300#p22877300"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Admiral was dressed with his Ceremonial attire. He laughed and said.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">''Glad being in business with you. I may also like to add that the Fleet from Tripoli is arriving shortly. Expect reinforcements in an hour.'' </span></div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Thank you"", Dagúrsson replied, smiling. ""We'll have to head back to Iceland in order to assist them soon. I will lead you there if you wish."" With that, he turned around, walking back to his ship, the Scaldron and the Rottweiler following him as he held his drill cane under his shoulder.<br/><br/>Once he was on board the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Þórlak</span>, Dagúrsson signalled the Maltese ships, informing them of their next course of action.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Maltese ships, follow the Þórlak back to Reykjavík.</span><br/><br/>With that, the 19 ships turned off, heading to Oceasian Scandinavia, the yellow Icelandic flagship leading the Maltese fleet to Iceland's capital."
5344,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=775,2014-12-22T03:17:00,Kumbhalgarh,"Arendelle is thrown into chaos as the armies of Mewad destroy the nation. Western Arendelle is now all under Mewar's control, and the east north and south are soon to follow. Heavy fighting is taking place."
5345,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=775,2014-12-22T03:19:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22877320#p22877320"">wrote</a>:</cite>Arendelle is thrown into chaos as the armies of Mewad destroy the nation. Western Arendelle is now all under Mewar's control, and the east north and south are soon to follow. Heavy fighting is taking place.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC:<br/><br/>1. Arendelle's citizens and soldiers are all dead.<br/><br/>2. The Dragon Realms Empire has annexed the nation again."
5346,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=775,2014-12-22T03:20:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22877327#p22877327"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22877320#p22877320"">wrote</a>:</cite>Arendelle is thrown into chaos as the armies of Mewad destroy the nation. Western Arendelle is now all under Mewar's control, and the east north and south are soon to follow. Heavy fighting is taking place.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC:<br/><br/>1. Arendelle's citizens and soldiers are all dead.<br/><br/>2. The Dragon Realms Empire has annexed the nation again.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>I attacked it first! though."
5347,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=775,2014-12-22T03:22:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22877334#p22877334"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22877327#p22877327"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>OOC:<br/><br/>1. Arendelle's citizens and soldiers are all dead.<br/><br/>2. The Dragon Realms Empire has annexed the nation again.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>I attacked it first! though.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC: You'll just have to settle that with DRE when he next comes online, I guess. None of my men are anywhere near Arendelle, so, yeah."
5348,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=775,2014-12-22T03:23:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22877338#p22877338"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22877334#p22877334"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><br/>I attacked it first! though.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC: You'll just have to settle that with DRE when he next comes online, I guess. None of my men are anywhere near Arendelle, so, yeah.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>I am going to go mad and destroy all of scandinavia"
5349,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=775,2014-12-22T03:26:00,Hastiaka,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Maltese Fleet</span><br/><br/>After the Sailors loaded the last of the Supplies, the Flagship followed the Icelandic Flagship on the Way. The Tripoli Navy also arrived. In total there are 30 Maltese Ships and 20 Tripoli Ships. The 50-ship Knights of Saint John would head towards Reykjavik.<br/><br/>The Admiral sat beside the stern. He waved at the Icelandic admiral and drank a cup of tea. The Bulk of the Navy were a gift from the Spanish Empire. While the rest were made from Malta with supplies delivered from Sicily."
5350,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=775,2014-12-22T03:26:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22877342#p22877342"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22877338#p22877338"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>OOC: You'll just have to settle that with DRE when he next comes online, I guess. None of my men are anywhere near Arendelle, so, yeah.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>I am going to go mad and destroy all of scandinavia</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC: Considering the fact that elephants are not suited for temperate climate, that may be rather hard to achieve..."
5351,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=775,2014-12-22T03:27:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22877360#p22877360"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22877342#p22877342"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>I am going to go mad and destroy all of scandinavia</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC: Considering the fact that elephants are not suited for temperate climate, that may be rather hard to achieve...</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>Without my elephants, my army outnumbers yours 10 to 1"
5352,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=775,2014-12-22T03:30:00,Hastiaka,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22877363#p22877363"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22877360#p22877360"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>OOC: Considering the fact that elephants are not suited for temperate climate, that may be rather hard to achieve...</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>Without my elephants, my army outnumbers yours 10 to 1</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>OOC: Take this to the OOC Thread pl0x."
5353,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=800,2014-12-22T05:22:00,Slenderman The CreepyPasta King,"Akoolmonch was still waiting, ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">How long does it take to tell someone of someone else's arrival,</span>"" he thought, tapping his foot, still ready to pounce if the guards attacked. Then some a Hurlock attacked. He unsheathed his sword and be-headed it again."
5354,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=800,2014-12-22T05:26:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote><div><cite>Slenderman The CreepyPasta King <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22877907#p22877907"">wrote</a>:</cite>Akoolmonch was still waiting, ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">How long does it take to tell someone of someone else's arrival,</span>"" he thought, tapping his foot, still ready to pounce if the guards attacked.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Very soon, the guard came running down, out of breath. ""huff… Jorgen… allows him to enter… and tells him to… make it snappy…"" The three guards turned to the Warden, saying to him, ""You're clear to enter the palace now."" They unlocked the gate, ushering the warden in.<br/><br/>Before he went on, though, one of the guards handed him a pouch filled with little purple crystals. ""You may want to have this with you, just in case…"""
5355,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=800,2014-12-22T05:40:00,Caribica,"The<span style=""font-style: italic"">Vengador</span>arrived at Reykjavik and docked.<br/>""King Jorgen, you have mail."" A servant said in his office as he handed Him a parcel with the words ""Merry Christmas, -Palma"" on it."
5356,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=800,2014-12-22T05:51:00,Slenderman The CreepyPasta King,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22877922#p22877922"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Slenderman The CreepyPasta King <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22877907#p22877907"">wrote</a>:</cite>Akoolmonch was still waiting, ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">How long does it take to tell someone of someone else's arrival,</span>"" he thought, tapping his foot, still ready to pounce if the guards attacked.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Very soon, the guard came running down, out of breath. ""huff… Jorgen… allows him to enter… and tells him to… make it snappy…"" The three guards turned to the Warden, saying to him, ""You're clear to enter the palace now."" They unlocked the gate, ushering the warden in. <br/><br/>Before he went on, though, one of the guards handed him a pouch filled with little purple crystals. ""You may want to have this with you, just in case…""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Thank you."" Akoolomonch said as he took the crystals and put it in his pack. Then he ran to the room. ""I am warden commander akoolomonch."" He introduced as he entered and bowed."
5357,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=800,2014-12-22T05:54:00,Bunkeranlage,"The various leaders in the room stood up, looking at him. ""Watch out!"" they said. ""You're trying to help us, aren't you? There's a wicked traitor upstairs, and he possesses a Millennium Item!""<br/><br/>Minister Schluckauf brought the warden closer to him, where he said, ""If you're going up there, do be careful. The great Shadow Magus has infiltrated the palace, and he's a force not to be contended with…"""
5358,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=800,2014-12-22T05:57:00,Caribica,"]<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Dear Mewar of India,<br/>Do not think your aggression has gone unnoticed, the Lower House of Parliament has voted 69-12 and the upper house 24-3 to put a trade embargo on your nation, no trade shall commence between our nations until you withdraw all of your troops from the European Continent,<br/>Sincerely, Speaker of the Lower House Miguel Fernandez.</blockquote>"
5359,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=800,2014-12-22T05:57:00,Slenderman The CreepyPasta King,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22878066#p22878066"">wrote</a>:</cite>The various leaders in the room stood up, looking at him. ""Watch out!"" they said. ""You're trying to help us, aren't you? There's a wicked traitor upstairs, and he possesses a Millennium Item!"" <br/><br/>Minister Schluckauf brought the warden closer to him, where he said, ""If you're going up there, do be careful. The great Shadow Magus has infiltrated the palace, and he's a force not to be contended with…""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Well, if what I heard is correct, and he was resurrected by the archdemon, he would be a ghoul, and what is a millennium item anyways?"" He pointed out, unsheathing his sword, Blight Slayer. He went up and looked for the traitor."
5360,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=800,2014-12-22T06:03:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote><div><cite>Slenderman The CreepyPasta King <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22878082#p22878082"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22878066#p22878066"">wrote</a>:</cite>The various leaders in the room stood up, looking at him. ""Watch out!"" they said. ""You're trying to help us, aren't you? There's a wicked traitor upstairs, and he possesses a Millennium Item!"" <br/><br/>Minister Schluckauf brought the warden closer to him, where he said, ""If you're going up there, do be careful. The great Shadow Magus has infiltrated the palace, and he's a force not to be contended with…""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Well, if what I heard is correct, and he was resurrected by the archdemon, he would be a ghoul, and what is a millennium item anyways?"" He pointed out, unsheathing his sword, Blight Slayer. He went up and before the magus could see him, he charged.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC:<br/><br/>1. A Millennium Item is a powerful golden artefact made in Egypt 5000 years ago, with the sole purpose of protecting its wearer and to destroy evil powers.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Millennium Items""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Millennium Pendant: Can house multiple personalities and consciousnesses, allowing them to simultaneously control a body.<br/><br/>Millennium Ring: Can be used to separate a personality into two distinct parts, as well as to attack others. Its prongs can be used to find objects the owner wants.<br/><br/>Millennium Eye: Can be used to read other people's minds, and also to remove their consciousness from their body.<br/><br/>Millennium Rod: Can be used to control minds. Also has a hidden dagger inside the handle.<br/><br/>Millennium Necklace: Can be used to see into the future.<br/><br/>Millennium Key: Can be used to enter a person's mind to change his personality to suit the way the user wants.<br/><br/>Millennium Scales: Can be used to tell if a person is honest or lying, and to see if he/she has traitorous intentions.</div></div></div><br/><br/>2. The Magus is dead, but the others don't know. Only those on the balcony at the time know."
5361,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=800,2014-12-22T09:25:00,Slenderman The CreepyPasta King,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22878113#p22878113"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Slenderman The CreepyPasta King <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22878082#p22878082"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""Well, if what I heard is correct, and he was resurrected by the archdemon, he would be a ghoul, and what is a millennium item anyways?"" He pointed out, unsheathing his sword, Blight Slayer. He went up and before the magus could see him, he charged.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC: <br/><br/>1. A Millennium Item is a powerful golden artefact made in Egypt 5000 years ago, with the sole purpose of protecting its wearer and to destroy evil powers.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Millennium Items""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Millennium Pendant: Can house multiple personalities and consciousnesses, allowing them to simultaneously control a body.<br/><br/>Millennium Ring: Can be used to separate a personality into two distinct parts, as well as to attack others. Its prongs can be used to find objects the owner wants.<br/><br/>Millennium Eye: Can be used to read other people's minds, and also to remove their consciousness from their body.<br/><br/>Millennium Rod: Can be used to control minds. Also has a hidden dagger inside the handle.<br/><br/>Millennium Necklace: Can be used to see into the future.<br/><br/>Millennium Key: Can be used to enter a person's mind to change his personality to suit the way the user wants.<br/><br/>Millennium Scales: Can be used to tell if a person is honest or lying, and to see if he/she has traitorous intentions.</div></div></div><br/><br/>2. The Magus is dead, but the others don't know. Only those on the balcony at the time know.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>OOC: I know what the millennium items are, but my character doesn't. Though the way you put the magus's exit, it sounded like he was still alive, just not there anymore."
5362,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=800,2014-12-22T19:31:00,Bunkeranlage,"""Let's just say it's a magical object"", Schluckauf said to the Warden. ""Did my guards give you the pouch of crystals? Those will be quite useful against a Millennium Item's power…""<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Kaiser Wilhelm,<br/><br/>I apologise for not giving you ample time to reply to my previous telegram, but this is very urgent.<br/><br/>As of now, the armies of the Arch Demon and Malefor have been seen headed straight for Iceland. Already, Def. Min. Schluckauf's brigades are losing ground in Greenland, and it is important that we have reinforcements. Considering that your nation is the only one with the firepower to help, I request, again, that you send troops to aid us in containing the demons, and I think you in advance.<br/><br/>Yours Truly, <br/><br/>Anton Riegelein</blockquote>"
5363,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=800,2014-12-22T19:35:00,Greater Weselton,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Anton Riegelein<br/>We will send troops to help fight the demons. This is a true holy war. They need to be defeated for the good of the world. God bless your nation.<br/>Kaiser Wilhelm II of Weselton</blockquote>"
5364,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=800,2014-12-22T19:38:00,Bunkeranlage,"While Elsa, Jorgen and Christopher confronted the evil dragons, Anna woke up, still a little drunk. The Magus had lied. Indeed, he had cast a spell upon her.<br/><br/>Anna made her way into the meeting room of the palace, where the Warden had just left. She held the Millennium Ring in her hand, the rope still tied to her wrist. ""Hello, f*ckers!"" she screamed. ""I don't think you expected me to show up so early!"" Schluckauf stood up and drew his sword. ""Princess Anna!"" he replied. ""Are you sure you're alright?"" She laughed, before saying, ""Damn well I am. In fact, I think I'm going to give you b*stards a good clobbering with this little trinket I have here!"" Before she could use the Ring, though, Riegelein hit her on the head with a candlestick. ""Hurry! Tie her up!""<br/><br/>As Anna screamed and protested, burping occasionally, the leaders bound her wrists tightly behind her back. ""You *burp* won't get away with this sh*t!"" she yelled at the leaders. Heinz Gnadin, who had lost a lot of weight ever since the Oceasian attack, punched her, causing her to sneeze violently. Taking the Millennium Ring and keeping it out of her reach, he said, ""It appears the Shadow Magus has bewitched you. We'll have to do something about it.""<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Greater Weselton <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22886195#p22886195"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Anton Riegelein<br/>We will send troops to help fight the demons. This is a true holy war. They need to be defeated for the good of the world. God bless your nation.<br/>Kaiser Wilhelm II of Weselton</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Kaiser Wilhelm II,<br/><br/>Are you, perhaps, acquainted with a certain Crown Princess Anna of Arendelle? She's currently gone a little crazy, and we've had to tie her up just to restraint her. <br/><br/>- Anton Riegelein</blockquote>"
5365,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=800,2014-12-22T19:40:00,Hastiaka,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Maltese Navy</span><br/><br/>The Ships were sturdy, strong and well fortified. The Knights were preparing for battle. They armed themselves and loaded the deck guns. The sails were unfold and were on full speed. the Admiral shouted from the stern.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">''Are we close?!''</span>"
5366,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=800,2014-12-22T19:43:00,Greater Weselton,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22886259#p22886259"">wrote</a>:</cite>While Elsa, Jorgen and Christopher confronted the evil dragons, Anna woke up, still a little drunk. The Magus had lied. Indeed, he had cast a spell upon her. <br/><br/>Anna made her way into the meeting room of the palace, where the Warden had just left. She held the Millennium Ring in her hand, the rope still tied to her wrist. ""Hello, f*ckers!"" she screamed. ""I don't think you expected me to show up so early!"" Schluckauf stood up and drew his sword. ""Princess Anna!"" he replied. ""Are you sure you're alright?"" She laughed, before saying, ""Damn well I am. In fact, I think I'm going to give you b*stards a good clobbering with this little trinket I have here!"" Before she could use the Ring, though, Riegelein hit her on the head with a candlestick. ""Hurry! Tie her up!""<br/><br/>As Anna screamed and protested, burping occasionally, the leaders bound her wrists tightly behind her back. ""You *burp* won't get away with this sh*t!"" she yelled at the leaders. Heinz Gnadin, who had lost a lot of weight ever since the Oceasian attack, punched her, causing her to sneeze violently. Taking the Millennium Ring and keeping it out of her reach, he said, ""It appears the Shadow Magus has bewitched you. We'll have to do something about it.""<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Greater Weselton <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22886195#p22886195"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Anton Riegelein<br/>We will send troops to help fight the demons. This is a true holy war. They need to be defeated for the good of the world. God bless your nation.<br/>Kaiser Wilhelm II of Weselton</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Kaiser Wilhelm II,<br/><br/>Are you, perhaps, acquainted with a certain Crown Princess Anna of Arendelle? She's currently gone a little crazy, and we've had to tie her up just to restraint her. <br/><br/>- Anton Riegelein</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Anton Riegelein<br/>I have never meet Princess Anna. I have heard of her. The Duke of Weselton has met her. He even danced with her.<br/>Kaiser Wilhelm II of Weselton</blockquote>"
5367,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=800,2014-12-22T19:44:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote><div><cite>Hastiaka <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22886284#p22886284"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Maltese Navy</span><br/><br/>The Ships were sturdy, strong and well fortified. The Knights were preparing for battle. They armed themselves and loaded the deck guns. The sails were unfold and were on full speed. the Admiral shouted from the stern.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">''Are we close?!''</span></div></blockquote><br/><br/>Grand Admiral Dagúrsson stood on the poop deck of the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Þórlak</span>, shouting back at the Hospitaller ships, ""Yes! We're almost there!""<br/><br/>Soon enough, the fleet arrived at Reykjavík. Though a little battered, the city stood nonetheless. The Icelandic ship directed the Maltese ships to dock at a certain place, before Dagúrsson signalled Jose Ferdinand, asking him to come down to the port with his men.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Kaiser Wilhelm II,<br/><br/>Ah, in that case, you'll get to meet her if you come here. Be warned though. She's a little… drunk. <br/><br/>- Anton Riegelein</blockquote>"
5368,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=800,2014-12-22T19:49:00,Hastiaka,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Reykjavik, Iceland</span><br/><br/>The Admiral was happy to finally set ashore. His men rushed to the inns and hotels to rest. Thousands of Knights celebrated as they landed safely on the Icelandic territories. The supplies were being brought down. Sails being folded. Some of the Knights began patrolling the near few blocks. Others rode in Horses.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">''So, where are we heading? What happened here?''</span>"
5369,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=800,2014-12-22T20:41:00,20 Dragon Riders,"Akoolomonch went back to where the leaders were,""well, the person is gone, and i cant sense any tainted beings, so he wasnt hiding"" he said. ""Now, i know how to slay the archdemon but theres a good chance he knows im here so he'll be very hard to get to.""<br/><br/>The archdemon was being careful as he started burning city halls in greenland when he wasnt underground."
5370,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=800,2014-12-23T00:26:00,Oceasian Scandinavia,"""Damn, why is all of this so confusing?!"" Johannesen is currently reading documents about more recent events in Europe, especially in Iceland and Greenland. He found himself being dazzled by it, although that won't stop him from making other decisions.<br/>""So, the fleet is at Torshavn, yes? Get them to Greenland. I may or may not have another plan mind.""<br/><br/>The grand military funeral is also being held at the city. Fortunately, the event won't be cut short by the sudden military plans, but they'll have to get back on their ships soon. However, this causes trouble for the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Ingenia</span>. The investigators are still inspecting the ship, looking for clues to the incident. However, Johannesen specifically stated that the ship must go to Greenland as well. Responding to this, commander Wayne, currently stuck with the other leaders, issued an order to get the rest of the fleet to go without the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Ingenia</span>. 30 minutes after the rest of the fleet left the port, Johannesen issued s direct order to get the ship going anyway, and that ""we can deal with legals later! Just get the f**k out of there!"". And finally, after being delayed, ONS<span style=""font-style: italic"">Ingenia</span>set off from Torshavn. However, the delay may cause problems later on. Although currently only 30 minutes behind, the ship is one of the slowest of the navy, and Johannesen had previously ordered for the fleet to ""go at full steam"".<br/><br/>Meanwhile, off the coast of Oslo, Johannesen and his fleet can see the destruction the tsunami had caused. The palace appears to have been severely weakened, leaving it very easy to collapse. The city looks even more abandoned than it did when the soldiers went there. Not in the condition to leave quickly, as there's a large storm 10 miles away, Johannesen takes the time to go out and draw what he's seeing. Although he never wanted to be in a job where he draws, it was always a personal hobby of his. Although to the crew of the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Indominus</span>, his face expression looks...dead. No one could possibly know what he's thinking right now. From the personal experience of the crew members, he can either be thinking of changing of changing the future for good, or he has another diabolical plan in mind. This causes tension among the crew, with a few of them even planning to kill him. Of course, they know they can't...or can they?"
5371,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=800,2014-12-23T02:49:00,Bunkeranlage,"From there on, Dagúrsson became quieter. A man dressed in the full Guard of the WIlderwest uniform and regalia came down, riding on the back of a Skullcrusher. ""Greetings, allies from the south"", he welcomed, jumping off the dragon's back and shaking Admiral Ferdinand's hand. ""I am Einar Sigmúnd Magnússon, Captain of the Guards of the Wilderwest. I thank you for making the effort to come and help contain the evils of the Arch Demon, and for aiding us in defeating the Dragon Prince. Please, follow me. I have something to show you.""<br/><br/>With that, he climbed onto the back of his iridescent green Skullcrusher, nodding at the Maltese men and beckoning them to follow.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Greenland</span></span><br/><br/>The Icelandic soldiers had been battling against those of the Arch Demon for almost a month now. Supplies were steadily becoming less substantial as the mainland was locked down to prevent another invasion.<br/><br/>In the newly founded Icelandic military base of Arlendóttir, a strategic point in troop movement for both sides, soldiers were keeping close watch all around, day and night. The camp, about 800 metres by 750 metres, was populated by about 600 men. Major Björn Ágústsson had been promised an extra 500 men as a reinforcement from Nuuk, to arrive in a week. For now, his 600 men would have to hold off the invaders. With only three dragons and limited ammunition, this task seemed quite Herculean.<br/><br/>The 52 year old Major's insistence on 24 hour guard meant that not everybody could eat at once. Since fish and meat had to be given to the dragons (they wouldn't be able to fight otherwise), the men had to go by on vegetable rations. Meals consisted mainly of dry biscuits, served with a thin carrot soup with the occasional slice of chicken or a potato. Many of the men were underweight, and one even fainted during morning drills, having to be carried back into the barracks for rest.<br/><br/>""It's too bad they can't send us enough rations."" Ágústsson was reasonably understanding of the situation at Nuuk. Naval attacks ravaged the city day and night, and even with the long range cannons that sank most ships before they could make it to shore, the occasional cannonball would slam into the buildings of the city. Thankfully, heavy cannons were being sent over from Vatnajökull to Greenland soon, so the rations would probably start coming in again.<br/><br/>""They'd better freaking do. My men are suffering, and I have a feeling that those Demons are trying to wage a war of attrition on us."""
5372,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=800,2014-12-23T02:57:00,Hastiaka,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Reykjavik</span><br/><br/>The Admiral was astonished. He never saw a dragon in his life neither did his forefathers.The Knights Hospitalliers were getting ready for battle after a few hours of rest. Ferdinand followed the Man. He rode at the back of the dragon. He was nervous at that time. He prayed not to die today. The Knights cheered as they saw their commander riding unto the dragon.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Maltese Occupation of Libya</span><br/><br/>Meanwhile in Libya, the Maltese Knights were driving out the Turks from the Neighboring cities of Tripoli. Hundreds rode on horseback as they charge on the Muslims mercilessly. The Ottoman Empire was falling down after the Medawi Empire conquered Constantinople. The Janissary Armies that were once feared in Europe are now nothing but running Islamic Soldiers. a Message from the Past. How a mighty empire was destroyed by another."
5373,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=800,2014-12-23T03:36:00,Bunkeranlage,"""Ah, yes, we're going to be manning this outpost here."" Captain Magnússon led the Hospitallers to a fortress just 3KM north of Reykjavík. ""Here is a strategic location. We're going to be guarding this fort. It's used for us to bring supplies down from Vesturland."" He led the men inside, before following closely behind. ""Now, we'll have lunch."" A pot was brought forth, and the men were given a place to line up to have bowls of soup.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">PM Johanessen,<br/><br/>I am the former ambassador of Iceland to O. Scandinavia. While I am most definitely displeased with your raid on Reykjavík, I do believe that we are able to reforge good relations, though the vast majority of Iceland's government vehemently opposes me. <br/><br/>To start with, I will be personally visiting you. Where would be a convenient place to meet?<br/><br/>- Grimúr Freðasson</blockquote>"
5374,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=800,2014-12-23T03:53:00,Hastiaka,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Supplies Reinforcement, Reykjavik</span><br/><br/>Little did the Knights know, the Maltese Government ordered reinforcements to Iceland. Food and Supplies were sent. Cattle, Poultry and others were exported into the Ships. The Ships were sturdy and strong. They carried more reinforcements. The supplies were enough to feed the 7,000 Knights in Reykjavik for a Year and a Half."
5375,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=800,2014-12-23T04:08:00,Oceasian Scandinavia,"Just as Johannesen is about to finish his drawing of the destroyed city, he was interrupted by one of his generals, delivering a telegram to him. He sent an honest reply to it. While writing a reply, he also ordered the fleet to set off to Greenland.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">From: O. Scandinavia<br/>To: Grimúr Freðasson <br/><br/>While i would love to meet you in person, I'm currently very busy. I have received vague reports that the creatures from another dimension is attacking Greenland as we speak. I have also heard news about something going on at Reykjavik. Are these reports true? Anyway, after hearing these reports, i decided that i should go to Greenland myself. Why do you think I'm at the Battle of Reykjavik? Because I'm a guy that loves to be close to the front line. I'm on my way to Greenland as you're reading this. See you later.</blockquote><br/><br/>And with that, the fleet is now on it's way to Greenland. Based on his calculation, Johannesen predicts that they will meet up with the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Ingenia</span>very close to Greenland. They actually plan to make a stop at Reykjavik first, but that plan is considered being cancelled by Johannesen."
5376,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=800,2014-12-23T04:12:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">PM Johannesen,<br/><br/>Yes, everything is true. The Shadow Magus was briefly resurrected by the Arch Demon, before being killed for good by Elsa. Princess Anna of Arendelle is here, but she has become rather delirious, slapping people who come close and tearing off her own clothes. Also, she refuses to consume anything but liquor.<br/><br/>Very well, I will meet you in Nuuk, then. I have informed the port authorities not to fire at Oceasian ships unless they fire first.<br/><br/>- Grimúr Freðasson</blockquote>"
5377,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=800,2014-12-23T04:54:00,Caribica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22889895#p22889895"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">PM Johannesen,<br/><br/>Yes, everything is true. The Shadow Magus was briefly resurrected by the Arch Demon, before being killed for good by Elsa. Princess Anna of Arendelle is here, but she has become rather delirious, slapping people who come close and tearing off her own clothes. Also, she refuses to consume anything but liquor.<br/><br/>Very well, I will meet you in Nuuk, then. I have informed the port authorities not to fire at Oceasian ships unless they fire first.<br/><br/>- Grimúr Freðasson</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/>OOC: Princess Anna, tearing off her clothes? (fapping commences)<br/>IC: ""So now they're in Greenland."" General Rodguiez said gnawing on a cigar after being briefed on the situation in his tent. ""Well then, send the 1st mounted cavalry, 2nd artillery and 10 marine raiders to Greenland now and order them to meet up with the Icelandic base in the region."" He ordered."
5378,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=825,2014-12-23T05:20:00,Slenderman The CreepyPasta King,"If you guys are going, allow me to come with you,"" Akoolomonch asked. ""You'll need grey warden help against the darkspawn, sense we can sense them and we can't get sick or get hurt from their taint."""
5379,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=825,2014-12-23T05:35:00,Caribica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Slenderman The CreepyPasta King <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22890325#p22890325"">wrote</a>:</cite>If you guys are going, allow me to come with you,"" Akoolomonch asked. ""You'll need grey warden help against the darkspawn, sense we can sense them and we can't get sick or get hurt from their taint.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Alright then."" Rodguiez said to him, you'll ride aboard the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Fraternidade</span>, a L'Ocean class ironclad, we depart in 11 hour."
5380,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=825,2014-12-23T06:28:00,Slenderman The CreepyPasta King,"<blockquote><div><cite>Caribica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22890429#p22890429"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Slenderman The CreepyPasta King <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22890325#p22890325"">wrote</a>:</cite>If you guys are going, allow me to come with you,"" Akoolomonch asked. ""You'll need grey warden help against the darkspawn, sense we can sense them and we can't get sick or get hurt from their taint.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Alright then."" Rodguiez said to him, you'll ride aboard the <span style=""font-style: italic"">Fraternidade</span>, a L'Ocean class ironclad, we depart in 11 hour.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Ok, now, you guys do know that you cant slay the archdemon by traditional means correct? It's soul will just inhabit the nearest darkspawn if a grey warden doesn't slay it."" Akoolomonch explained. ""He would most likely be underground as that's the best place for darkspawn to thrive and it's hard to navigate for anyone not used to being down there daily."" Then he took out armor from his pack. ""Here, dragon scale armor, silverite armor, onyx armor dragon leather armor and Iron Bark armor. These are the best armors around, at least in my dimension, these should protect you guys somewhat against darkspawn blood, as it is highly poisonous if you ingest it or get any in your blood stream and can burn off skin if your not careful when it's in large amounts."" He then unsheathed his sword, ""This is my sword Blight Slayer. It has enchantments on it that are very strong against darkspawn, plus it also helps that it's a purified version of my old sword, blight blood."" Then he put it down on the table. He still did not trust these people, or as his people would call them, 'shemlen' which is the elven word for human, but he had to as now the archdemon is threatening both his dimension, Thedas and this dimension."
5381,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=825,2014-12-23T06:39:00,Bunkeranlage,"""Very well… I will take you to Jorgen"". Schluckauf took the Warden upstairs to another room, where Jorgen sat in the office with Christopher, Elsa and Engar-Tennur, all four of them visibly shaken. ""I used my power… to temporarily seal them away…"" Elsa explained weakly, breathing heavily. Jorgen stood up, holding the Millennium Rod. ""They'll be back very soon"", he said. ""It should only keep them that way for… eight days. We have eight days to build up our defences.""<br/><br/>He approached the elf, saying, ""Are you Akoomolonch?"""
5382,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=825,2014-12-23T06:41:00,Slenderman The CreepyPasta King,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22890789#p22890789"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Very well… I will take you to Jorgen"". Schluckauf took the Warden upstairs to another room, where Jorgen sat in the office with Christopher, Elsa and Engar-Tennur, all four of them visibly shaken. ""I used my power… to temporarily seal them away…"" Elsa explained weakly, breathing heavily. Jorgen stood up, holding the Millennium Rod. ""They'll be back very soon"", he said. ""It should only keep them that way for… eight days. We have eight days to build up our defences.""<br/><br/>He approached the elf, saying, ""Are you Akoomolonch?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Yes I am, and may I ask who you are? I am not sure which shemlen is king here."" Akoolomonch asked."
5383,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=825,2014-12-23T06:45:00,Bunkeranlage,"""I am King Jorgen III Ólafsson of the Icelandic Empire and of the Wilderwest"", Jorgen said to the elf. ""And I have a mission now, which only I am able to complete. However, to aid you on your own quest, I have a gift for you."" With that, he handed the Millennium Rod to Akoomolonch. ""This is the Millennium Rod. Its power will help you when you need it."" Jorgen looked out at the window, where the setting sun threw its rays into the damaged building. ""I must go now.""<br/><br/>He took out three bronze keys and showed them to the elf. ""With these keys, I will release the Blue Eyes White Dragon"", he explained. ""It could be our hope to defeat the three demon lords; Antichiton, Malefor, and the Arch Demon."""
5384,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=825,2014-12-23T06:51:00,Slenderman The CreepyPasta King,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22890820#p22890820"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I am King Jorgen III Ólafsson of the Icelandic Empire and of the Wilderwest"", Jorgen said to the elf. ""And I have a mission now, which only I am able to complete. However, to aid you on your own quest, I have a gift for you."" With that, he handed the Millennium Rod to Akoomolonch. ""This is the Millennium Rod. Its power will help you when you need it."" Jorgen looked out at the window, where the setting sun threw its rays into the damaged building. ""I must go now.""<br/><br/>He took out three bronze keys and showed them to the elf. ""With these keys, I will release the Blue Eyes White Dragon"", he explained. ""It could be our hope to defeat the three demon lords; Antichiton, Malefor, and the Arch Demon.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Well, I don't know about the other two but the blue eyes will not be able to kill the archdemon, his soul will just keep on body hopping from him to darkspawn if a grey warden doesn't slay him. Sadly though, once the grey warden slays him, the grey warden would also die as darkspawn are soulless beings, my order has the taint in them, enough to trick the archdemon's soul into thinking I'm a darkspawn, it's soul will enter me and his and my soul will cancel each others out."" Akoolomonch explained, taking the millennium rod. When he grasped it he got shocked. ""GAH!!!"" he exclaimed, ""This matches my people's magical objects, well the old ones anyways, ever sense shemlen in my dimension took all of our lands for selfish reasons, along with trying to wipe us from existence, we haven't been able to make any magical objects."""
5385,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=825,2014-12-23T06:58:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote><div><cite>Slenderman The CreepyPasta King <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22890851#p22890851"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22890820#p22890820"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I am King Jorgen III Ólafsson of the Icelandic Empire and of the Wilderwest"", Jorgen said to the elf. ""And I have a mission now, which only I am able to complete. However, to aid you on your own quest, I have a gift for you."" With that, he handed the Millennium Rod to Akoomolonch. ""This is the Millennium Rod. Its power will help you when you need it."" Jorgen looked out at the window, where the setting sun threw its rays into the damaged building. ""I must go now.""<br/><br/>He took out three bronze keys and showed them to the elf. ""With these keys, I will release the Blue Eyes White Dragon"", he explained. ""It could be our hope to defeat the three demon lords; Antichiton, Malefor, and the Arch Demon.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Well, I don't know about the other two but the blue eyes will not be able to kill the archdemon, his soul will just keep on body hopping from him to darkspawn if a grey warden doesn't slay him. Sadly though, once the grey warden slays him, the grey warden would also die as darkspawn are soulless beings, my order has the taint in them, enough to trick the archdemon's soul into thinking I'm a darkspawn, it's soul will enter me and his and my soul will cancel each others out."" Akoolomonch explained, taking the millennium rod. When he grasped it he got shocked. ""GAH!!!"" he exclaimed.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Be warned, though, not everybody can handle the power of a Millennium Item. It'll take some getting used to."" Jorgen stepped over to the balcony, his Night Fury following him faithfully. ""It was the Guardian who allowed me to use the Rod as I will, and it is within my power to give it to whoever I deem fit. Good luck!"" With that, he climbed onto the back of the Night Fury, flying off into the sky, leaving Christopher, Elsa and Schluckauf with the elf.<br/><br/>Once Jorgen was gone, however, a voice rang through the room. ""That Millennium Rod… use its power wisely."" A young man in white robes and a white turban had shown up in the room where they were. He was clean shaven, and his eyes were fiery red. Sensing Elsa and Christopher's fear, he reassured them. ""Do not worry, Elsa and Christopher, for I too, wish to help stop the Arch Demon and his two allies."" The golden key around the man's neck glimmered, glowing yellow with energy."
5386,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=825,2014-12-23T07:01:00,Slenderman The CreepyPasta King,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22890879#p22890879"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Slenderman The CreepyPasta King <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22890851#p22890851"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""Well, I don't know about the other two but the blue eyes will not be able to kill the archdemon, his soul will just keep on body hopping from him to darkspawn if a grey warden doesn't slay him. Sadly though, once the grey warden slays him, the grey warden would also die as darkspawn are soulless beings, my order has the taint in them, enough to trick the archdemon's soul into thinking I'm a darkspawn, it's soul will enter me and his and my soul will cancel each others out."" Akoolomonch explained, taking the millennium rod. When he grasped it he got shocked. ""GAH!!!"" he exclaimed.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Be warned, though, not everybody can handle the power of a Millennium Item. It'll take some getting used to."" Jorgen stepped over to the balcony, his Night Fury following him faithfully. ""It was the Guardian who allowed me to use the Rod as I will, and it is within my power to give it to whoever I deem fit. Good luck!"" With that, he climbed onto the back of the Night Fury, flying off into the sky, leaving Christopher, Elsa and Schluckauf with the elf.<br/><br/>Once Jorgen was gone, however, a voice rang through the room. ""That Millennium Rod… use its power wisely."" A young man in white robes and a white turban had shown up in the room where they were. He was clean shaven, and his eyes were fiery red. Sensing Elsa and Christopher's fear, he reassured them. ""Do not worry, Elsa and Christopher, for I too, wish to help stop the Arch Demon and his two allies."" The golden key around the man's neck glimmered, glowing yellow with energy.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Well, hopefully the darkspawn don't corrupt it as they did with my people's ancient magic objects."" Akoolomonch said, placing it in his pack. ""Now, who are you?"""
5387,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=825,2014-12-23T07:08:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote><div><cite>Slenderman The CreepyPasta King <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22890894#p22890894"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22890879#p22890879"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""Be warned, though, not everybody can handle the power of a Millennium Item. It'll take some getting used to."" Jorgen stepped over to the balcony, his Night Fury following him faithfully. ""It was the Guardian who allowed me to use the Rod as I will, and it is within my power to give it to whoever I deem fit. Good luck!"" With that, he climbed onto the back of the Night Fury, flying off into the sky, leaving Christopher, Elsa and Schluckauf with the elf.<br/><br/>Once Jorgen was gone, however, a voice rang through the room. ""That Millennium Rod… use its power wisely."" A young man in white robes and a white turban had shown up in the room where they were. He was clean shaven, and his eyes were fiery red. Sensing Elsa and Christopher's fear, he reassured them. ""Do not worry, Elsa and Christopher, for I too, wish to help stop the Arch Demon and his two allies."" The golden key around the man's neck glimmered, glowing yellow with energy.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Well, hopefully the darkspawn don't corrupt it as they did with my people's ancient magic objects."" Akoolomonch said, placing it in his pack. ""Now, who are you?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The man retained his grim expression, replying, ""I am the guardian of the Millennium Items. For 5,000 years, I have kept watch over these seven artefacts, never letting them out of my sight. However, after Drago Bludvist stole the Millennium Ring from its resting place in the tomb of Rameses III, where I hid it, they began going missing. Now, five of them are not with me. The Rod and the Ring are both here in Iceland, and the Key and Scales are with me now, but the others… I will have to track down. My fear is that the Dark Spawn have gotten to the remaining three. That would make it even harder for us. Hopefully, we will be able to stop them before the eight days of the Seal of Reykjavík expires."""
5388,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=825,2014-12-23T08:36:00,Slenderman The CreepyPasta King,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22890939#p22890939"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Slenderman The CreepyPasta King <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22890894#p22890894"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""Well, hopefully the darkspawn don't corrupt it as they did with my people's ancient magic objects."" Akoolomonch said, placing it in his pack. ""Now, who are you?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The man retained his grim expression, replying, ""I am the guardian of the Millennium Items. For 5,000 years, I have kept watch over these seven artefacts, never letting them out of my sight. However, after Drago Bludvist stole the Millennium Ring from its resting place in the tomb of Rameses III, where I hid it, they began going missing. Now, five of them are not with me. The Rod and the Ring are both here in Iceland, and the Key and Scales are with me now, but the others… I will have to track down. My fear is that the Dark Spawn have gotten to the remaining three. That would make it even harder for us. Hopefully, we will be able to stop them before the eight days of the Seal of Reykjavík expires.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""If the darkspawn have gotten to them, then they are already lost to the blight and they would be way too dangerous to use."" Akoolomonch said, recounting what happened to him and his clan mate before he became a grey warden. ""We encountered shemlen nearing our camp who talked of a cave, so we went. When we entered the cave and went deeper, there was an eluvinne, a very powerful magic mirror that allows people to communicate or go over long distances. The darkspawn corrupted it, my friend Tamlen touched it and the mirror produced a flash that knocked me out and did something to my friend, Tamlen dissapeared for a while, then he came back as a ghoul When i came too I was severely infected with the taint,and if I hadn't taken the joining and become a grey warden, I would be dead. And this millennium item matches the eluvian's power so there is a chance these lost items are tainted as well"""
5389,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=825,2014-12-23T08:42:00,Bunkeranlage,"The man frowned. ""These Items are powerful, yes. I told Jorgen that. All the more, when they fall into the hands of the undeserving, they will become corrupt. This must not be allowed to happen."" With that, he snapped his fingers. Two Guards of the Wilderwest dragged in a Dark Spawn, whose hands and feet had been severed in battle. The demon soldier was blindfolded and gagged. ""These men here have captured a Dark Spawn"", the Guardian explained. ""Since they are, from what I know, a Hive Mind, entering the mind of one should let us know a bit more about the others.""<br/><br/>The Guardian took the Millennium Key from around his neck. ""Do you wish to enter his mind as well, Warden?"" he asked. ""It could shed some light on the Arch Demon's motives."""
5390,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=825,2014-12-23T08:50:00,Slenderman The CreepyPasta King,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22891485#p22891485"">wrote</a>:</cite>The man frowned. ""These Items are powerful, yes. I told Jorgen that. All the more, when they fall into the hands of the undeserving, they will become corrupt. This must not be allowed to happen."" With that, he snapped his fingers. Two Guards of the Wilderwest dragged in a Dark Spawn, whose hands and feet had been severed in battle. The demon soldier was blindfolded and gagged. ""These men here have captured a Dark Spawn"", the Guardian explained. ""Since they are, from what I know, a Hive Mind, entering the mind of one should let us know a bit more about the others."" <br/><br/>The Guardian took the Millennium Key from around his neck. ""Do you wish to enter his mind as well, Warden?"" he asked. ""It could shed some light on the Arch Demon's motives.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Well, I can already tell you the archdemon's motives, the destruction of all non tainted life, plus all wardens."" Akoolomonch said, ""At least, that's what the previous 5 archdemons wanted. As for the darkspawn mind, good luck entering it and comming out healthy, but sure, i'll go."" then he turned to the others and said,""If the darkspawn regrows it's limbs, do not hesitate to kill it. Though it should be a while before they regrow."""
5391,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=825,2014-12-23T08:59:00,Bunkeranlage,"""Very well"", the Guardian said. Ripping the blindfold off of the demon's face, both of them were shocked to see that it had lost its eyes in the fight as well. Nevertheless, they proceeded with the plan. The Guardian thrusted the Key into the screaming monster's face, seizing Akoomolonch's arm and dragging him along into the mind of the demon…<br/><br/>""Ah… a typical demon's mind."" It was a prison complex with no exits. Chains hung from the walls, and the ceiling was spiked and dripping with blood and unmentionable body fluids. The Guardian led the elf around the corridors of the demon's mind, looking into the various rooms. There were documents, traps… everything. After some looking, they stopped at a dead end, where an inscription on the wall glared down at the two intruders. ""Just as I feared"", the Guardian said. ""The Millennium Necklace has fallen into the possession of the Demons! And I thought that hiding place in Russia was secure… The Millennium Eye is in the possession of a wicked man. Not a demon, thankfully, but a wicked man… Kristoff Björklund? Ah… he will be dealt with later. As for the Pendant… no sign of it.""<br/><br/>Before they could continue going around, the floors shook. ""You said he could regenerate his limbs, didn't you? Let's get out, then."" The next moment, both the Guardian and Akoomolonch were standing back where they were, the two guards struggling to restrain the writhing demon, who was regrowing his limbs. With one whoosh of his cloak, the Guardian produced the Millennium Scales, holding it in front of the Demon's face. Immediately, the monster screamed, before his body burst into flames and crumbled into nothingness."
5392,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=825,2014-12-23T09:09:00,Slenderman The CreepyPasta King,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22891615#p22891615"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Very well"", the Guardian said. Ripping the blindfold off of the demon's face, both of them were shocked to see that it had lost its eyes in the fight as well. Nevertheless, they proceeded with the plan. The Guardian thrusted the Key into the screaming monster's face, seizing Akoomolonch's arm and dragging him along into the mind of the demon…<br/><br/>""Ah… a typical demon's mind."" It was a prison complex with no exits. Chains hung from the walls, and the ceiling was spiked and dripping with blood and unmentionable body fluids. The Guardian led the elf around the corridors of the demon's mind, looking into the various rooms. There were documents, traps… everything. After some looking, they stopped at a dead end, where an inscription on the wall glared down at the two intruders. ""Just as I feared"", the Guardian said. ""The Millennium Necklace has fallen into the possession of the Demons! And I thought that hiding place in Russia was secure… The Millennium Eye is in the possession of a wicked man. Not a demon, thankfully, but a wicked man… Kristoff Björklund? Ah… he will be dealt with later. As for the Pendant… no sign of it."" <br/><br/>Before they could continue going around, the floors shook. ""You said he could regenerate his limbs, didn't you? Let's get out, then."" The next moment, both the Guardian and Akoomolonch were standing back where they were, the two guards struggling to restrain the writhing demon, who was regrowing his limbs. With one whoosh of his cloak, the Guardian produced the Millennium Scales, holding it in front of the Demon's face. Immediately, the monster screamed, before his body burst into flames and crumbled into nothingness.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""That was not what i expected, but if this necklace is in the possession of the darkspawn then it is lost."" Akoolomonch said. ""What's even scarier, I could feel the archdemon watching us in that mind.""<br/><br/>The archdemon was indeed watching them. He smirked, ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">There is a good chance that the old man will try to retrieve the necklace, but it's too late as the taint has already reached it's core, MWAHAHAHA!!!</span>"" he thought to himself"
5393,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=825,2014-12-23T09:17:00,Bunkeranlage,"""Yes. Though he has been sealed for eight days, he can still observe the events of the world, as can Prince Malefor and his father."" The Guardian frowned. ""From what you've said, it is not advisable to retrieve the Necklace. That will have to wait. I will, however, get the Eye back from this ""Kristoff Björklund"" that the tablet of the demon's mind recorded."" He kept the Scales and the Key, before going down the stairs.<br/><br/>""Do not forget my name, Warden; My name is Shadi.""<br/><br/>Just as the Guardian disappeared down the stairs, Elsa opened the door. ""What just happened here?"""
5394,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=825,2014-12-23T10:25:00,Slenderman The CreepyPasta King,"""<span style=""font-style: italic"">That guy sure did seem a lot like Flemeth.</span>"" Akoolomonch thought. He then turned to the person who opened the door and asked the others, ""Uhh, who is she?"""
5395,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=825,2014-12-23T16:00:00,Caribica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Slenderman The CreepyPasta King <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22892354#p22892354"">wrote</a>:</cite>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">That guy sure did seem a lot like Flemeth.</span>"" Akoolomonch thought. He then turned to the person who opened the door and asked the others, ""Uhh, who is she?""</div></blockquote><br/>Rodguiez, who had just entered the room to tell him they were leaving said, ""Mr. Akoolomonch, meet Queen in exile Elsa of Arendelle, she's been a great help to our cause, in the meantime I hope you're packed up because we leave for Greenland now."""
5396,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=825,2014-12-23T16:15:00,20 Dragon Riders,"<blockquote><div><cite>Caribica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22895617#p22895617"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Slenderman The CreepyPasta King <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22892354#p22892354"">wrote</a>:</cite>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">That guy sure did seem a lot like Flemeth.</span>"" Akoolomonch thought. He then turned to the person who opened the door and asked the others, ""Uhh, who is she?""</div></blockquote><br/>Rodguiez, who had just entered the room to tell him they were leaving said, ""Mr. Akoolomonch, meet Queen in exile Elsa of Arendelle, she's been a great help to our cause, in the meantime I hope you're packed up because we leave for Greenland now.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Ah, hello your magisty, a pleasure to meet you."" Akoolomonch said as he picked up the armor he laid out on the table and put it in his pack, which took a few seconds. Then he set out with rodguiez, missing an eluvian as he went. (I hope you dont mind if i hhad an eluvian in the room, i figured it would help look for the missing mellinium item. Ill edit it out if you dont want it there.)"
5397,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=825,2014-12-23T16:26:00,Caribica,"<blockquote><div><cite>20 Dragon Riders <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22895806#p22895806"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Caribica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22895617#p22895617"">wrote</a>:</cite>Rodguiez, who had just entered the room to tell him they were leaving said, ""Mr. Akoolomonch, meet Queen in exile Elsa of Arendelle, she's been a great help to our cause, in the meantime I hope you're packed up because we leave for Greenland now.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Ah, hello your magisty, a pleasure to meet you."" Akoolomonch said as he picked up the armor he laid out on the table and put it in his pack, which took a few seconds. Then he set out with rodguiez, missing an eluvian as he went. (I hope you dont mind if i hhad an eluvian in the room, i figured it would help look for the missing mellinium item. Ill edit it out if you dont want it there.)</div></blockquote><br/>After a short walk they arrived at the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Fraternidad</span>. Rodguiez saluted him and said, ""I will not be taking your ship. You'll be under the care of Commodore Natal, he's the only one aboard who speaks your language save Leftenant Don."" ""Natal's on the poop deck, meet him there and he will show you to your cabin"" He said before leaving to the other L'Ocean class ship in harbor."
5398,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=825,2014-12-23T16:36:00,20 Dragon Riders,Akoolomonch nodded and boarded the ship and found the person he was supposed to find and introduced himself.
5399,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=825,2014-12-24T02:04:00,Caribica,"<blockquote><div><cite>20 Dragon Riders <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22896028#p22896028"">wrote</a>:</cite>Akoolomonch nodded and boarded the ship and found the person he was supposed to find and introduced himself.</div></blockquote><br/>""Well then I am Commodore Natal, welcome aboard, just follow me and I'll show you to your cabin sir."" After going down into the lower decks they came across his cabin. ""Alright then here you are, just set down your baggage wherever you please in here, meals will be served in the officers lounge at 0900 hours, 1500 hours and 2000 hours, Lieutenant Don will awaken you at 0800 hours. The voyage is expected to take 2 days, good day sir and best of luck in slaying that creature."" He saluted him and then left for his own cabin and with that the steam engines started up and the fleet left the harbor."
5400,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=825,2014-12-24T02:08:00,Bunkeranlage,"As Natal entered the cabin, he noticed a ghostly white figure standing inside. It hovered for a moment, before materialising, forming the figure of Shadi. ""Commodore Natal"", he said. ""I know that you are going to bring the Elf to Greenland, am I right?"" After receiving affirmation, the Guardian of the Items continued, ""Then there is something I need you to do as well.""<br/><br/>""After you drop him off, remain there. I have something for you, which I am going to get now.""<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>Jorgen had flown all the way to Nuuk, where he proceeded to allow himself and Engar Tennur to rest for a while. ""We are going to Goose Bay to do something"", he explained to the commander. ""Do not allow anyone else to know of this."" A map was laid out on the table, where he proceeded to show the commander every single step of the plan, as well as what he intended to do while there.<br/><br/>""And now… best of luck in holding off the demons."" With that, he flew off on the back of his Night Fury, high into the sky."
5401,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=825,2014-12-24T02:15:00,Caribica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22900679#p22900679"">wrote</a>:</cite>As Natal entered the cabin, he noticed a ghostly white figure standing inside. It hovered for a moment, before materialising, forming the figure of Shadi. ""Commodore Natal"", he said. ""I know that you are going to bring the Elf to Greenland, am I right?"" After receiving affirmation, the Guardian of the Items continued, ""Then there is something I need you to do as well.""<br/><br/>""After you drop him off, remain there. I have something for you, which I am going to get now.""<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>Jorgen had flown all the way to Nuuk, where he proceeded to allow himself and Engar Tennur to rest for a while. ""We are going to Goose Bay to do something"", he explained to the commander. ""Do not allow anyone else to know of this."" A map was laid out on the table, where he proceeded to show the commander every single step of the plan, as well as what he intended to do while there.<br/><br/>""And now… best of luck in holding off the demons."" With that, he flew off on the back of his Night Fury, high into the sky.</div></blockquote><br/>""Uhhhhhh..."" Natal stuttered, not knowing how to respond. ""Yes... Sir?"" He nervously replied."
5402,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=825,2014-12-24T08:46:00,Slenderman The CreepyPasta King,"<blockquote><div><cite>Caribica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22900664#p22900664"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>20 Dragon Riders <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22896028#p22896028"">wrote</a>:</cite>Akoolomonch nodded and boarded the ship and found the person he was supposed to find and introduced himself.</div></blockquote><br/>""Well then I am Commodore Natal, welcome aboard, just follow me and I'll show you to your cabin sir."" After going down into the lower decks they came across his cabin. ""Alright then here you are, just set down your baggage wherever you please in here, meals will be served in the officers lounge at 0900 hours, 1500 hours and 2000 hours, Lieutenant Don will awaken you at 0800 hours. The voyage is expected to take 2 days, good day sir and best of luck in slaying that creature."" He saluted him and then left for his own cabin and with that the steam engines started up and the fleet left the harbor.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Akoolomonch said before Natal left,""Thank you for telling me."" Then went to sleep in an actual bed, the last time that happened was at Vigil's keep."
5403,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=850,2014-12-24T19:17:00,Bunkeranlage,"Seal of Reykjavík: 7 days left<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>High over the oceans he flew, a slender and muscular figure on the back of a magnificent Night Fury. Jorgen III Ólafsson sped towards Goose Bay, the place where the mighty Blue Eyes White Dragon had been sealed. As the winds rushed past his face, the young King continued, on his way to the New World, three bronze keys hanging from his neck. Without the Millennium Rod, he was unable to manipulate anybody, but it didn't matter. All he needed to do was to remove the 400 year seal that locked the mighty dragon away…<br/><br/>The arrow flew like lightning, hitting Engar-Tennur in the thigh. The dragon howled in pain, before crashing down into the ocean, with Jorgen on his back, unable to do anything. As the two of them swam furiously, a ship with red sails approached. The captain looked on the two desperate beings in the water, smiling sadistically. ""General Gaul will be most pleased with these two prisoners…""<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>""Christopher?""<br/><br/>Elsa stood up, taking her sword and sheathing it in her belt. ""I cannot simply stay here while the others are fighting for the world! Jorgen, Akoomolonch, Shadi… They're all risking everything to stop the evil, and I think we need to do something too!""<br/><br/>She took out a map of the world, placing it on the table. ""They said Cynder is here"", she said, pointing to Munitions Forge. ""If we can, perhaps, confront her, we might get some vital information on how to defeat Malefor!""<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>A deranged female figure, wrapped in a tablecloth and convulsing hideously, climbed up the stairs, to Schluckauf's office. As he sat in the room, holding the Millennium Ring, he could hear the sound of the person approaching. Drawing a sabre, he stepped towards the door quietly. Suddenly, it flew open, the figure of a crazed Princess Anna in the doorway. With one swift slash of a hidden dagger, Anna cut off Schluckauf's sword hand, throwing him to the ground at the same time.<br/><br/>""Kai may be dead, but I still live on, to work in his legacy!"" Anna's voice sounded different, as if somebody else was speaking over it. She grabbed the Millennium Ring out of Schluckauf's other hand. ""Princess Anna!"" he cried. ""What have you done?"" Anna laughed, hanging the Ring around her neck. ""Oh, I'm only doing what's best for the people.""<br/><br/>""If crazy people of the likes of Jorgen and you have their way, we'll be at eternal war with the Arch Demon. So I thought- If we joined forces, would we not have peace too, as well as the advancement of humanity?"" As Schluckauf struggled to get up, Anna continued, ""It was then, that I realised Kai was right in joining Malefor all along. Before light, there was only darkness, and it is to darkness we must return in order to gain more power!""<br/><br/>Schluckauf snarled, clutching his bleeding stump. ""You won't get away with this, you dirty sl*t!"" he yelled. Anna turned around, laughing and taking out a pistol, which she put against Schluckauf's forehead at point blank. ""I'm sorry, Herbert"", she wheedled. ""I'm afraid you'll only hinder the advancement of humanity…""<br/><br/>Bang!<br/><br/><hr/>"
5404,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=850,2014-12-24T19:27:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22907507#p22907507"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""Christopher?""<br/><br/>Elsa stood up, taking her sword and sheathing it in her belt. ""I cannot simply stay here while the others are fighting for the world! Jorgen, Akoomolonch, Shadi… They're all risking everything to stop the evil, and I think we need to do something too!"" <br/><br/>She took out a map of the world, placing it on the table. ""They said Cynder is here"", she said, pointing to Munitions Forge. ""If we can, perhaps, confront her, we might get some vital information on how to defeat Malefor!""<br/><br/><br/><br/></div></blockquote><br/>""I understand. I had my eyes on Munitions Forge too. But only because it is the main source of steel, and weaponry for the DRE."" Christopher said. ""And yes, Cynder is there, and so I ask that we stay together during this campaign."""
5405,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=850,2014-12-24T20:19:00,Bunkeranlage,"""Very well. We will go there.""<br/><br/>Before they could go on, however, Elsa looked into a room with an open door, only to see Defence Minister Schluckauf's bloodied corpse lying on the floor. ""Oh no!"" she cried. ""It must be Anna!""<br/><br/>And indeed, it was. Princess Anna had entered the room where all the other leaders were, massacring the group. As Elsa and Christopher stepped into the room, the sight of a pile of dead delegates greeted them, along with a deranged Anna holding the Millennium Ring, its prongs bloodied and gory. Her eyes were bloodshot, and the pupils had shrunk to dots. ""Ah, Elsa!"" she welcomed mockingly. ""It appears you've stepped right into my little abattoir!"" Elsa drew the Ice Chimera. ""What have you done to them?""<br/><br/>Anna replied, ""Oh, nothing. All I did was to… make a little mess of these traitors to humanity. They were inhibiting the advancement of humanity."" Before Elsa could reply, Christopher entered the room as well, seeing the dead people everywhere."
5406,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=850,2014-12-24T20:26:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22907955#p22907955"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Very well. We will go there.""<br/><br/>Before they could go on, however, Elsa looked into a room with an open door, only to see Defence Minister Schluckauf's bloodied corpse lying on the floor. ""Oh no!"" she cried. ""It must be Anna!""<br/><br/>And indeed, it was. Princess Anna had entered the room where all the other leaders were, massacring the group. As Elsa and Christopher stepped into the room, the sight of a pile of dead delegates greeted them, along with a deranged Anna holding the Millennium Ring, its prongs bloodied and gory. Her eyes were bloodshot, and the pupils had shrunk to dots. ""Ah, Elsa!"" she welcomed mockingly. ""It appears you've stepped right into my little abattoir!"" Elsa drew the Ice Chimera. ""What have you done to them?"" <br/><br/>Anna replied, ""Oh, nothing. All I did was to… make a little mess of these traitors to humanity. They were inhibiting the advancement of humanity."" Before Elsa could reply, Christopher entered the room as well, seeing the dead people everywhere.</div></blockquote><br/>""What? No... It can't be... After All we did to save you, you turn on us Anna?"
5407,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=850,2014-12-24T20:34:00,Bunkeranlage,"""Exactly"", Anna replied, a glob of saliva dripping out of her mouth unwittingly. ""Kai opened my eyes. We must embrace the darkness, for darkness is the only path for humanity to advance. If we were in the light, we'd all sit about complacently in its comfort. Only when it is dark, will we actually step out to find ourselves."" She drew her own sword, a jagged and cruel weapon, hanging the Millennium Ring back around her neck. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">En Garde</span>!""<br/><br/>Before she could do anything, though, a bullet flew through the air, hitting Anna in the shoulder. Grand Admiral Hjörleifúr Dagúrsson had found his way into the palace, availing himself of a large load of pistols. ""Your Majesties!"" he cried. ""As long as I am here, you will not be molested by the darkness that has consumed Princess Anna's soul!"" Anna growled hoarsely, spitting a bloody fluid on the ground. ""Dagúrsson, you pathetic waste of flesh! It is because of this darkness that I have been enlightened, foolish man!"" she cackled. Stepping on Anton Riegelein's body, Anna laughed, the Millennium Ring rattling. ""You can go on to find Jorgen, but I promise you, I will not leave you alone!"""
5408,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=850,2014-12-24T20:44:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22908070#p22908070"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Exactly"", Anna replied, a glob of saliva dripping out of her mouth unwittingly. ""Kai opened my eyes. We must embrace the darkness, for darkness is the only path for humanity to advance. If we were in the light, we'd all sit about complacently in its comfort. Only when it is dark, will we actually step out to find ourselves."" She drew her own sword, a jagged and cruel weapon, hanging the Millennium Ring back around her neck. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">En Garde</span>!"" <br/><br/>Before she could do anything, though, a bullet flew through the air, hitting Anna in the shoulder. Grand Admiral Hjörleifúr Dagúrsson had found his way into the palace, availing himself of a large load of pistols. ""Your Majesties!"" he cried. ""As long as I am here, you will not be molested by the darkness that has consumed Princess Anna's soul!"" Anna growled hoarsely, spitting a bloody fluid on the ground. ""Dagúrsson, you pathetic waste of flesh! It is because of this darkness that I have been enlightened, foolish man!"" she cackled. Stepping on Anton Riegelein's body, Anna laughed, the Millennium Ring rattling. ""You can go on to find Jorgen, but I promise you, I will not leave you alone!""</div></blockquote><br/>""Dark will enlighten you? All dark does is corrupt you, and take away your free will!"""
5409,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=850,2014-12-24T20:56:00,Bunkeranlage,"""Silence, fool! You are a traitor to the race of humans!"" Anna howled, firing a bolt of energy at Christopher using the Millennium Ring. It didn't hit him, however, as Dagúrsson leapt in, the energy bolt hitting him in the back. ""Hurry!"" he panted. ""We need to get out of here!"" The three of them ran as fast as they could, far away from Anna, who simply stood by, snarling hideously. The Ring stopped glowing, piercing its prints into Anna's chest and abdomen as she breathed heavily, her wound spurting bursts of dark red blood.<br/><br/>At the docks, Dagúrsson brought them onto his ship, the ISS<span style=""font-style: italic"">Þórlak</span>. ""Where is it you need to go, your majesties?""<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>Jorgen and Engar-Tennur swam furiously as the red warship came closer and closer to them. With the Night Fury injured, he could not fly away now, nor could he defend himself. Eventually, the men picked them up, throwing both onto the deck and pointing pikes at the two of them.<br/><br/>A pompous man in gold rimmed clothes strode down haughtily onto the deck, looking directly into Jorgen's eyes. ""Greetings! I am Commodore Flegel Zolga, a privateer in the service of General Gaul and of Malefor. You two are my prisoners now!"" Jorgen stood up, the pikes following him. ""Perhaps you'd like to tell me why you captured me?"" The Commodore grabbed the string with the three Bronze Keys, yanking it and taking the Keys. ""It's simple"", he said. ""Malefor has ordered that the Blue-Eyes must be kept sealed at all costs. Even if it means eliminating you!""<br/><br/>Jorgen was unfazed. Grabbing one of the pikes, he spun around in a circle, knocking the other pikes out of the hands of the other pirates, before pointing his own at the Commodore's throat. Engar-Tennur stood up weakly, charging up his fire. ""Let us go now.""<br/><br/>Commodore Zolga smiled wryly, as a burly pirate struck Jorgen on the head, knocking him out cold. Another one jumped onto the Night Fury's back, wrestling him to the ground. ""Soon, Malefor will reward me!"""
5410,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=850,2014-12-25T02:41:00,Caribica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22908230#p22908230"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Silence, fool! You are a traitor to the race of humans!"" Anna howled, firing a bolt of energy at Christopher using the Millennium Ring. It didn't hit him, however, as Dagúrsson leapt in, the energy bolt hitting him in the back. ""Hurry!"" he panted. ""We need to get out of here!"" The three of them ran as fast as they could, far away from Anna, who simply stood by, snarling hideously. The Ring stopped glowing, piercing its prints into Anna's chest and abdomen as she breathed heavily, her wound spurting bursts of dark red blood.<br/><br/>At the docks, Dagúrsson brought them onto his ship, the ISS <span style=""font-style: italic"">Þórlak</span>. ""Where is it you need to go, your majesties?""<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>Jorgen and Engar-Tennur swam furiously as the red warship came closer and closer to them. With the Night Fury injured, he could not fly away now, nor could he defend himself. Eventually, the men picked them up, throwing both onto the deck and pointing pikes at the two of them. <br/><br/>A pompous man in gold rimmed clothes strode down haughtily onto the deck, looking directly into Jorgen's eyes. ""Greetings! I am Commodore Flegel Zolga, a privateer in the service of General Gaul and of Malefor. You two are my prisoners now!"" Jorgen stood up, the pikes following him. ""Perhaps you'd like to tell me why you captured me?"" The Commodore grabbed the string with the three Bronze Keys, yanking it and taking the Keys. ""It's simple"", he said. ""Malefor has ordered that the Blue-Eyes must be kept sealed at all costs. Even if it means eliminating you!"" <br/><br/>Jorgen was unfazed. Grabbing one of the pikes, he spun around in a circle, knocking the other pikes out of the hands of the other pirates, before pointing his own at the Commodore's throat. Engar-Tennur stood up weakly, charging up his fire. ""Let us go now.""<br/><br/>Commodore Zolga smiled wryly, as a burly pirate struck Jorgen on the head, knocking him out cold. Another one jumped onto the Night Fury's back, wrestling him to the ground. ""Soon, Malefor will reward me!""</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: Merry Christmas everyone! I'm also speeding up my fleets travel for RP purposes.<br/>IC: President Palma layed on the floor of the room Anna was in and played dead, the wound to his stomach was still bleeding severely. 'Augh what the hell happened?' He thought to himself, then he saw Anna standing there and suddenly remembered. He reached for his blood stained Derringer but Anna kicked it away and confronted him.<br/><br/>Off the coast of Greenland Commodore Natal stared at the Icelandic camp. ""Lieutenant!"" He shouted, one then came up to him. ""Drop the anchor, I want the longboats lowered in 10 minutes, order Lieutenant Don to arouse Mr. Akoolomonch from his cabin, and... ugh, I'm not feeling good, I'll be in my cabin don't worry the captain knows what to do!"" He shouted as he ran to his cabin, he entered, locked the door behind him and waited for the guardian."
5411,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=850,2014-12-25T02:54:00,Bunkeranlage,"""You weakling! You still think you can defeat the power of darkness?"" Anna stepped closer to the wounded President, her wicked sword by her side. ""I tell you now, the darkness cannot be overcome!"" Before she could bring the blade down on him, though, a voice ringing through the room. ""You wicked traitor! You will not go unpunished for your betrayal!"" Five Guards of the Wilderwest, armed with long swords, had entered the room.<br/><br/>Anna laughed. ""Ha! Ha! Ha! I may not be able to defeat you now, but I assure you, the shadows will eventually consume all of you!"" With that, she smashed the window, jumping out and escaping.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>With Natal alone, Shadi was now able to speak to him. ""Commander Natal"", he said grimly. ""I am going to entrust you with a very important object. You must bring it to your leader, and do not let the Demons lay their hands on it."" He took out a small golden sphere with an Eye of Uadjet on it. ""You must not lose this! Bring it to your President at all costs.""<br/><br/>The guardian left the room, before dematerialising on the deck of the ship."
5412,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=850,2014-12-25T06:27:00,Slenderman The CreepyPasta King,"Akoolomonch awoke with a sweat, he had dreamed of the archdemon, and he had seen the warden again. No matter how many times he had a nightmare like that, he always gets scared, and doubts about himself. This time the doubts were,'<span style=""font-style: italic"">what if I fail? I am screwing over 2 dimensions if i fail.</span>' and '<span style=""font-style: italic"">what if i am not powerful enough to slay the archdemon</span>' he shivered and got out of bed, put on his dragon scale armor which was red and buckled his sword to his back. Then walked out of his cabin."
5413,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=850,2014-12-25T06:41:00,Bunkeranlage,"As Akoomolonch stepped onto the jetty of Nuuk, an old man in an Admiral's uniform welcomed him. ""I am Jonas Juliusson, commander of Nuuk"", he introduced. ""I cannot thank you enough for coming down to help us. You see, these demons have been an enormous pain in the arse."" He led the elf to an infirmary, where three men were lying on beds in the room. They were screaming hideously, blue veins criss-crossing their faces, as the doctors tried to calm them down, but to no avail. ""I'm afraid these poor men have been… hurt… by the demons when they came on their routine raids."" The Admiral looked on sadly, as one of the men flailed his arm, smashing a doctor's spectacles, before stopping and lying lifelessly on the bed, his limbs dangling limply off the side of the bed.<br/><br/>""I know that you're from the opposite Dimension"", the Admiral said. ""Guardian Shadi told me, and so did his Majesty. Since you are probably familiar with these creatures, do you, perhaps, know how to cure these poor men? I cannot let their efforts go unrewarded."""
5414,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=850,2014-12-25T06:51:00,Slenderman The CreepyPasta King,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22911066#p22911066"">wrote</a>:</cite>As Akoomolonch stepped onto the jetty of Nuuk, an old man in an Admiral's uniform welcomed him. ""I am Jonas Juliusson, commander of Nuuk"", he introduced. ""I cannot thank you enough for coming down to help us. You see, these demons have been an enormous pain in the arse."" He led the elf to an infirmary, where three men were lying on beds in the room. They were screaming hideously, blue veins criss-crossing their faces, as the doctors tried to calm them down, but to no avail. ""I'm afraid these poor men have been… hurt… by the demons when they came on their routine raids."" The Admiral looked on sadly, as one of the men flailed his arm, smashing a doctor's spectacles, before stopping and lying lifelessly on the bed, his limbs dangling limply off the side of the bed.<br/><br/>""I know that you're from the opposite Dimension"", the Admiral said. ""Guardian Shadi told me, and so did his Majesty. Since you are probably familiar with these creatures, do you, perhaps, know how to cure these poor men? I cannot let their efforts go unrewarded.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""I am sorry, the only cure that is known to me is to become a grey warden, one of my order. Sadly there are two problems with that. The first is it is so dangerous that it can kill you, just like any sword or projectile. The second is I'll need a few gallons of darkspawn blood and some of the archdemon's blood, which I have neither of. Sadly, all we can do is have these poor soldiers as comfortable as possible until they pass on to the creators or put them out of their misery."" Akoolomonch explained in sorrow. ""Some of them may recover from this near death state, but if they do they will be very infectious and be very dangerous to everyone, not purposely but...."" he trailed off.<br/><br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">ARCHDEMON</span></span><br/><br/>The archdemon had an idea, he attacked the seal imprisoning him. Trying to break it, or at least weaken it."
5415,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=850,2014-12-25T19:45:00,Bunkeranlage,"Seal of Reykjavík: 6 days left<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>Jorgen awoke in a dark and slimy cell, his mouth bloodied and his head throbbing. It took him a while, but he eventually remembered what had happened; These DRE soldiers had shot his dragon down and captured him. With only 6 days remaining, he needed to escape quickly. How he was to do that, he would have to wait and see…<br/><br/>""Oah, you little runt!"" A sailor had come down with a plate piled high with an amorphous grey mash. ""Time for your meal."" As soon as the sailor slid the plate through the bars, Jorgen grabbed the man's wrist, twisting it awkwardly and slamming the sailor into the bars, knocking him out. He reached through the bars, taking the key and unlocking the bars.<br/><br/>Drawing a sword from a rack nearby, Jorgen snuck up onto the main deck of the ship. Since it was almost midnight, most of the men were asleep, save for a few, which Jorgen defeated with ease. Engar-Tennur had been chained up just somewhere at the helm. Jorgen snuck up, filing the chains away and comforting the poor, distressed dragon. Soon, the Night Fury was free.<br/><br/>Bndaging the dragon's wounded leg, Jorgen climbed onto his back, taking the sword and some pistols with him. ""Now, buddy, we're going to go high up into the air and fire…"" Engar-Tenur shot up into the air, before spitting a ball of burning plasma down, obliterating the ship. ""And now, we're off to Goose Bay…""<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>The<span style=""font-style: italic"">Þórlak</span>had left the bay, heading straight for the continent. Dagúrsson stood at the wheel, steering the vessel, while Christopher and Elsa sat at a little coffee table just a little further behind.<br/><br/>""Well, Christopher… it seems this is it. Either we stop them and seal them forever, or we die. Everything depends on this one week…"""
5416,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=850,2014-12-25T19:53:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22915782#p22915782"">wrote</a>:</cite>Seal of Reykjavík: 6 days left<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>Jorgen awoke in a dark and slimy cell, his mouth bloodied and his head throbbing. It took him a while, but he eventually remembered what had happened; These DRE soldiers had shot his dragon down and captured him. With only 6 days remaining, he needed to escape quickly. How he was to do that, he would have to wait and see… <br/><br/>""Oah, you little runt!"" A sailor had come down with a plate piled high with an amorphous grey mash. ""Time for your meal."" As soon as the sailor slid the plate through the bars, Jorgen grabbed the man's wrist, twisting it awkwardly and slamming the sailor into the bars, knocking him out. He reached through the bars, taking the key and unlocking the bars. <br/><br/>Drawing a sword from a rack nearby, Jorgen snuck up onto the main deck of the ship. Since it was almost midnight, most of the men were asleep, save for a few, which Jorgen defeated with ease. Engar-Tennur had been chained up just somewhere at the helm. Jorgen snuck up, filing the chains away and comforting the poor, distressed dragon. Soon, the Night Fury was free.<br/><br/>Bndaging the dragon's wounded leg, Jorgen climbed onto his back, taking the sword and some pistols with him. ""Now, buddy, we're going to go high up into the air and fire…"" Engar-Tenur shot up into the air, before spitting a ball of burning plasma down, obliterating the ship. ""And now, we're off to Goose Bay…""<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>The <span style=""font-style: italic"">Þórlak</span> had left the bay, heading straight for the continent. Dagúrsson stood at the wheel, steering the vessel, while Christopher and Elsa sat at a little coffee table just a little further behind.<br/><br/>""Well, Christopher… it seems this is it. Either we stop them and seal them forever, or we die. Everything depends on this one week…""</div></blockquote><br/>""Yes We have to hurry.""<br/>OOC: Munitions Forge has to stretch out the next day (When there are 5 left)"
5417,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=850,2014-12-25T19:56:00,Bunkeranlage,"Seal of Reykjavík: 5 days left<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>""Ah, this is Munitions Forge, your Majesties. You sure you want to go in there?"" Elsa looked at the bleak, polluted landscape, then at Dagúrsson and Christopher. ""Come on, let's go!"" She climbed into the lifeboat, then Christopher and Dagúrsson, followed by a lieutenant and five sailors. ""This should be all we need"", Dagúrsson said. ""I don't see anyone there.""<br/><br/>Rowing the boat to shore, the nine people climbed out, drawing their swords and readying their muskets. ""And now… to find Cynder."""
5418,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=850,2014-12-25T19:58:00,Slenderman The CreepyPasta King,"The eluvian powered up. A bluish purple portal appeared in it. A strong gust of wind comming from it, sending everything weighing less than 60 lbs. flying. A humanoid shape waltzed out. White hair in a dragon like due with what seemed like horns connecting to the forehead. It was Flemeth. The witch of the wilds. Ashabelenar. Her posture perfect and forboding.<br/><br/>(TRUTHFULLY I DONT KNOW HOW TO DESCRIBE HER HAIR)"
5419,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=850,2014-12-25T20:06:00,Bunkeranlage,"""Flemeth!""<br/><br/>That moment, just behind her, Shadi appeared. ""Flemeth, what's your purpose for coming here? Have you come to stop the Arch Demon too?"" He was desperately trying to gather people strong enough to fight with the Demon. With Anna brainwashed, it would be a much harder task, especially since she had massacred the entire European delegation in Reykjavík, including capable leaders like Schluckauf. They needed all the help they could get."
5420,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=850,2014-12-25T20:10:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22915861#p22915861"">wrote</a>:</cite>Seal of Reykjavík: 5 days left<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>""Ah, this is Munitions Forge, your Majesties. You sure you want to go in there?"" Elsa looked at the bleak, polluted landscape, then at Dagúrsson and Christopher. ""Come on, let's go!"" She climbed into the lifeboat, then Christopher and Dagúrsson, followed by a lieutenant and five sailors. ""This should be all we need"", Dagúrsson said. ""I don't see anyone there."" <br/><br/>Rowing the boat to shore, the nine people climbed out, drawing their swords and readying their muskets. ""And now… to find Cynder.""</div></blockquote><br/>And then Ambush, a large number of DRE soldiers blocked the path to the mines.<br/>""I am afraid we can't let you in there"" the largest one said, and the Christopher cut him in half and the others retreated into the mine.<br/>""That was way too easy."
5421,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=850,2014-12-25T20:17:00,Bunkeranlage,"""I have a feeling that they're up to something"", Dagúrsson said to the others. ""We'll have to be extra cautious. And try not to let any escape next time. They might report."" The nine men trudged through the sooty plains, their clothes stained from the dirt that was flying everywhere. The occasional scout would show up, and eventually get shot or slashed by the company.<br/><br/>For hours, they went through the polluted landscape. Eventually, they came across a large fortress, in front of several small volcanoes that were spewing dirt into the air. ""This must be where they are"", Elsa said excitedly. ""Now all we need to do is to get inside there."" They were in luck, for the doors opened, a burly soldier walking out with a huge box of coal. Dagúrsson quietly snuck behind him, stabbing him in the back and killing him instantly. ""Hurry, let's go in before the doors close!"" The nine people ran in through the rapidly closing doors, scraping through just as the gate was locked.<br/><br/>Dispatching the gate guards easily, they quietly disposed of the bodies, before continuing on into the castle."
5422,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=850,2014-12-25T20:20:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22915995#p22915995"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I have a feeling that they're up to something"", Dagúrsson said to the others. ""We'll have to be extra cautious. And try not to let any escape next time. They might report."" The nine men trudged through the sooty plains, their clothes stained from the dirt that was flying everywhere. The occasional scout would show up, and eventually get shot or slashed by the company. <br/><br/>For hours, they went through the polluted landscape. Eventually, they came across a large fortress, in front of several small volcanoes that were spewing dirt into the air. ""This must be where they are"", Elsa said excitedly. ""Now all we need to do is to get inside there."" They were in luck, for the doors opened, a burly soldier walking out with a huge box of coal. Dagúrsson quietly snuck behind him, stabbing him in the back and killing him instantly. ""Hurry, let's go in before the doors close!"" The nine people ran in through the rapidly closing doors, scraping through just as the gate was locked.<br/><br/>Dispatching the gate guards easily, they quietly disposed of the bodies, before continuing on into the castle.</div></blockquote><br/>They then noticed some slaves working hard in the mines.<br/>""If we can cut their shackles they might help us..."""
5423,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=850,2014-12-25T20:23:00,Slenderman The CreepyPasta King,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22915920#p22915920"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Flemeth!""<br/><br/>That moment, just behind her, Shadi appeared. ""Flemeth, what's your purpose for coming here? Have you come to stop the Arch Demon too?"" He was desperately trying to gather people strong enough to fight with the Demon. With Anna brainwashed, it would be a much harder task, especially since she had massacred the entire European delegation in Reykjavík, including capable leaders like Schluckauf. They needed all the help they could get.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Ah. Shadi. No, I have come bearing a message. Although I dislike being a messanger, it is sometimes nessary to keep the balance between our two dimensions."" The witch said, ""Now that our dimensions are connected more than ever. Freeing Malefor from his fathers spell will cause a disaster so catastrophic, it will shake both dimensions to it's very core. But there is a way to prevent that. Get all seven mellinium items together and seal them away at once when the warden slays the archdemon. Now it wont free the dragon prince but it will prevent the castrophy from happening. Which is another reason why I am here. To help you Shadi, find and gather the items."" And with that, the Eluvian closed."
5424,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=850,2014-12-25T20:28:00,Bunkeranlage,"Hearing what Flemeth said, Shadi took out both the Millennium Key and the Millennium Scales, showing them to the witch. ""I have two of them with me now, and Akoomolonch the Warden has one. The Millennium Ring is in Reykjavík (whose possession, I do not know), and the Millennium Eye is under the protection of a certain Commodore Natal of the Caribican navy. All we need to get is the Necklace. The Pendant is still lost, as far as we're concerned."""
5425,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=850,2014-12-25T20:33:00,Slenderman The CreepyPasta King,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22916085#p22916085"">wrote</a>:</cite>Hearing what Flemeth said, Shadi took out both the Millennium Key and the Millennium Scales, showing them to the witch. ""I have two of them with me now, and Akoomolonch the Warden has one. The Millennium Ring is in Reykjavík (whose possession, I do not know), and the Millennium Eye is under the protection of a certain Commodore Natal of the Caribican navy. All we need to get is the Necklace. The Pendant is still lost, as far as we're concerned.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Ah, but nothing is ever lost, only in the posession of something never looked at."" flemeth said in her usual riddle response."
5426,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=850,2014-12-26T15:57:00,Caribica,"'Hell, that ghost made a pretty damn big mistake, The President is scheduled to leave Reykjavik in 5 days to adress Pariliament on the situation and unless that Antiwhaton feller surrenders I'm not moving posts anytime soon, well, guess I'll wait till after the war.' Natal thought to himself, stuffing the millennium eye in his jacket pocket and walking onto the deck which was now empty save a few sailors and a single lieutenant. ""Ah, Commodore Natal, I trust you're feeling better?"" The Lieutenant questioned. ""Yes, just some bad meat from last nights supper."" He replied. ""I need a boat to The coast, I must speak with Akoolomonch."" ""Alright but why?"" The lieutenant inquired, ""Dismissed!"" Natal yelled in his face. A few minutes later he hitched a small boat ashore and confronted Akoolomonch. ""Mr. Akoolomonch I need to have a word with you in private.""<br/><br/>Meanwhile on the jetty Rodguiez encountered Juliusson, saluted, and said, ""Commander Juliusson, pleasure to meet you, we are fully aware of the situation and brought enough supplies to feed 5,000 men for a month, if necessary our troops can exchange rations."""
5427,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=850,2014-12-26T18:26:00,Slenderman The CreepyPasta King,"<blockquote><div><cite>Caribica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22922801#p22922801"">wrote</a>:</cite>'Hell, that ghost made a pretty damn big mistake, The President is scheduled to leave Reykjavik in 5 days to adress Pariliament on the situation and unless that Antiwhaton feller surrenders I'm not moving posts anytime soon, well, guess I'll wait till after the war.' Natal thought to himself, stuffing the millennium eye in his jacket pocket and walking onto the deck which was now empty save a few sailors and a single lieutenant. ""Ah, Commodore Natal, I trust you're feeling better?"" The Lieutenant questioned. ""Yes, just some bad meat from last nights supper."" He replied. ""I need a boat to The coast, I must speak with Akoolomonch."" ""Alright but why?"" The lieutenant inquired, ""Dismissed!"" Natal yelled in his face. A few minutes later he hitched a small boat ashore and confronted Akoolomonch. ""Mr. Akoolomonch I need to have a word with you in private.""<br/><br/>Meanwhile on the jetty Rodguiez encountered Juliusson, saluted, and said, ""Commander Juliusson, pleasure to meet you, we are fully aware of the situation and brought enough supplies to feed 5,000 men for a month, if necessary our troops can exchange rations.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">AKOOLOMONCH</span></span></span><br/><br/>Akoolomonch followed Natal and asked,""Ok, what is going on? What did you want to speak with me about?"" He had a feeling the conversation wouldn't be a pleasant one, he heard his friend's story about what happened to her when her mentor got all friendly and offered comfortable beds and such, betrayal. Akoolomonch had a feeling that this would be something like his friend, Liliana's experience. Plus he also heard about Anna's ex-fiance from eavesdropping on conversations about that event."
5428,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=875,2014-12-27T01:37:00,Caribica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Slenderman The CreepyPasta King <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22924104#p22924104"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Caribica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22922801#p22922801"">wrote</a>:</cite>'Hell, that ghost made a pretty damn big mistake, The President is scheduled to leave Reykjavik in 5 days to adress Pariliament on the situation and unless that Antiwhaton feller surrenders I'm not moving posts anytime soon, well, guess I'll wait till after the war.' Natal thought to himself, stuffing the millennium eye in his jacket pocket and walking onto the deck which was now empty save a few sailors and a single lieutenant. ""Ah, Commodore Natal, I trust you're feeling better?"" The Lieutenant questioned. ""Yes, just some bad meat from last nights supper."" He replied. ""I need a boat to The coast, I must speak with Akoolomonch."" ""Alright but why?"" The lieutenant inquired, ""Dismissed!"" Natal yelled in his face. A few minutes later he hitched a small boat ashore and confronted Akoolomonch. ""Mr. Akoolomonch I need to have a word with you in private.""<br/><br/>Meanwhile on the jetty Rodguiez encountered Juliusson, saluted, and said, ""Commander Juliusson, pleasure to meet you, we are fully aware of the situation and brought enough supplies to feed 5,000 men for a month, if necessary our troops can exchange rations.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">AKOOLOMONCH</span></span></span><br/><br/>Akoolomonch followed Natal and asked,""Ok, what is going on? What did you want to speak with me about?"" He had a feeling the conversation wouldn't be a pleasant one, he heard his friend's story about what happened to her when her mentor got all friendly and offered comfortable beds and such, betrayal. Akoolomonch had a feeling that this would be something like his friend, Liliana's experience. Plus he also heard about Anna's ex-fiance from eavesdropping on conversations about that event.</div></blockquote><br/>He led him into a warehouse and asked him, ""Are you, perchance, familiar with this?"" He said, pulling out the millennium eye."
5429,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=875,2014-12-27T01:58:00,Bunkeranlage,"Seeing President Palma lying on the ground wounded, the guards went in, helping him to stand up and bringing him outside. ""You're lucky to be alive"", the soldiers said to him. ""Nobody else has ever survived being attacked by the Millennium Ring!"" They lay the President down on a sofa, bandaging his wounds gingerly and giving him water to drink.<br/><br/>That moment, footsteps rang throughout the hall as Grand Admiral Ingvär Hólgersson stepped proudly into the room. His haughty demeanour, however, faded away as he saw the scene in the room. The President of Caribica lay wounded on a sofa, being treated by two soldiers, while others respectfully carried out the bodies of the dead leaders. ""Mr President!"" he exclaimed. ""What has happened here?"""
5430,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=875,2014-12-27T02:37:00,Caribica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22927327#p22927327"">wrote</a>:</cite>Seeing President Palma lying on the ground wounded, the guards went in, helping him to stand up and bringing him outside. ""You're lucky to be alive"", the soldiers said to him. ""Nobody else has ever survived being attacked by the Millennium Ring!"" They lay the President down on a sofa, bandaging his wounds gingerly and giving him water to drink. <br/><br/>That moment, footsteps rang throughout the hall as Grand Admiral Ingvär Hólgersson stepped proudly into the room. His haughty demeanour, however, faded away as he saw the scene in the room. The President of Caribica lay wounded on a sofa, being treated by two soldiers, while others respectfully carried out the bodies of the dead leaders. ""Mr President!"" he exclaimed. ""What has happened here?""</div></blockquote><br/>""Anna, it's Anna,"" he said before coughing up more blood, ""She massacred the delegates with the ring, I survived only because another delegates body shielded me directly. She was about to finish me off until the guards here, God bless em, came in, then she escaped out the window."""
5431,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=875,2014-12-27T08:34:00,Slenderman The CreepyPasta King,"<blockquote><div><cite>Caribica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22927266#p22927266"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Slenderman The CreepyPasta King <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22924104#p22924104"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">AKOOLOMONCH</span></span></span><br/><br/>Akoolomonch followed Natal and asked,""Ok, what is going on? What did you want to speak with me about?"" He had a feeling the conversation wouldn't be a pleasant one, he heard his friend's story about what happened to her when her mentor got all friendly and offered comfortable beds and such, betrayal. Akoolomonch had a feeling that this would be something like his friend, Liliana's experience. Plus he also heard about Anna's ex-fiance from eavesdropping on conversations about that event.</div></blockquote><br/>He led him into a warehouse and asked him, ""Are you, perchance, familiar with this?"" He said, pulling out the millennium eye.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""No actually. I dont."" Akoolomonch said as he decided to play along and see where this is going. Even though he truely didnt know what the mellenium eye was."
5432,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=875,2014-12-27T08:37:00,Caribica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Slenderman The CreepyPasta King <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22929170#p22929170"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Caribica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22927266#p22927266"">wrote</a>:</cite>He led him into a warehouse and asked him, ""Are you, perchance, familiar with this?"" He said, pulling out the millennium eye.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""No actually. I dont."" Akoolomonch said as he decided to play along and see where this is going. Even though he truely didnt know what the mellenium eye was.</div></blockquote><br/>""Alright, dismissed."" He said before leaving the warehouse."
5433,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=875,2014-12-27T08:43:00,Slenderman The CreepyPasta King,"<blockquote><div><cite>Caribica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22929186#p22929186"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Slenderman The CreepyPasta King <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22929170#p22929170"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""No actually. I dont."" Akoolomonch said as he decided to play along and see where this is going. Even though he truely didnt know what the mellenium eye was.</div></blockquote><br/>""Alright, dismissed."" He said before leaving the warehouse.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Ok then. I'll go hone my darkspawn killing skills."" He said. A few hours later he came backout of breath and covered in darkspawn blood. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Yeesh, that was the first time darkspawn actually ambushed me during the day</span>."" he thought."
5434,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=875,2014-12-27T09:48:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"In Munitions Forge,<br/>The freed slaves have informed Elsa and Christopher that Malefor's Army was planning something big. Another slave, given the name Exhumor, knew exactly what that thing was."
5435,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=875,2014-12-28T14:25:00,Slenderman The CreepyPasta King,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">ARCHDEMON-INSIDE THE SEAL-</span></span></span><br/><br/>The archdemon had an idea for him getting free. If the seal didn't keep his soul trapped, he could get freed, but if it did keep his soul trapped, he gave up a powerful body for no reason. '<span style=""font-style: italic"">What to do, what to do? Wait it out or risk this body? Pro risking this body, I get out of this stinking seal, con, it might not work. Pro, I could command my pawns much better, con, my new body could be in front of the warden.... what to do.</span>' The archdemon thought."
5436,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=875,2014-12-29T21:32:00,Bunkeranlage,"Munitions Forge was definitely an unforgiving place. The nine of them realised that the moment they stepped onto its polluted, wasted shores.<br/><br/>It was obvious why Malefor had a penchant for sending his political enemies here. The polluted air was everywhere, burning up their lungs and causing their eyes to turn red and dry. Elsa, who had never set foot in such a hot and dry environment, could not stop coughing throughout, requiring Dagúrsson to support her by putting his arm around her shoulder.<br/><br/>Shortly through their journey, the party noticed a group of four slaves, chained up and wearing nothing but kilts. ""They must be Malefor's political prisoners"", Elsa said. ""Let's free them!"" They went over, using their swords to cut their bonds, before proceeding to clean the wounds caused by the tight, rusty shackles and manacles.<br/><br/>""Thank you for rescuing us"", one of the slaves said gratefully. ""My name is Hadfar, and I know where Cynder is. We just have to get there quickly, before she leaves!"" Grabbing one of the pickaxes, Hadfar led the party on, towards one of the towers near the volcanoes…"
5437,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=875,2014-12-29T21:38:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22958085#p22958085"">wrote</a>:</cite>Munitions Forge was definitely an unforgiving place. The nine of them realised that the moment they stepped onto its polluted, wasted shores.<br/><br/>It was obvious why Malefor had a penchant for sending his political enemies here. The polluted air was everywhere, burning up their lungs and causing their eyes to turn red and dry. Elsa, who had never set foot in such a hot and dry environment, could not stop coughing throughout, requiring Dagúrsson to support her by putting his arm around her shoulder. <br/><br/>Shortly through their journey, the party noticed a group of four slaves, chained up and wearing nothing but kilts. ""They must be Malefor's political prisoners"", Elsa said. ""Let's free them!"" They went over, using their swords to cut their bonds, before proceeding to clean the wounds caused by the tight, rusty shackles and manacles. <br/><br/>""Thank you for rescuing us"", one of the slaves said gratefully. ""My name is Hadfar, and I know where Cynder is. We just have to get there quickly, before she leaves!"" Grabbing one of the pickaxes, Hadfar led the party on, towards one of the towers near the volcanoes…</div></blockquote><br/>""What about this 'weapon' That is under development?"" Christopher asked.<br/>""They call it Steam"". One of the slaves replied.<br/>OOC:<img alt=""Image"" src=""http://img2.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20090724082955/spyro/images/9/94/Steam.png""/>"
5438,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=875,2014-12-29T21:50:00,Bunkeranlage,"""I would advise against using it"", Hadfar said to the others. ""I saw one of the guards using it on the others. Not only is it extremely hard to manoeuvre, but it shreds the victim to bits, meaning that if we were to use it, the chances that we'd attack our own men are very high. Unless, of course, everybody is using one, which would be most impractical. Ah, we're here!""<br/><br/>They stood at the foot of a tower, its walls a foreboding maroon colour. ""Stop"", Elsa said, drawing her sword. ""There is a dark aura emitted by this place. I think it's where Cynder is hiding."" Hadfar gripped his pickaxe, kicking the wooden door of the tower down. There was nothing inside except for a very long and wide staircase. ""Be very careful here"", he whispered to the others, who had all drawn their weapons. ""Many people who tried to assassinate Cynder have met gruesome deaths here."" And indeed they had, for cages hung all over the place, many containing cobwebby skeletons with smashed skulls or ribs, a few containing people who were still half alive and groaning in their death throes.<br/><br/>As the group gingerly climbed the stairs, Elsa's sword continued to glow brighter and brighter, even rattling a bit in her hand. ""I wonder what's wrong with-"" She could not finish her sentence, for that moment, the Ice Chimera shattered right in her hands, to everybody's shock. A demon had appeared, standing right at the top of the flight of stairs, in front of the bolted iron door. To their horror, the Millennium Necklace was clamped tightly around his neck. As the demons had very thick necks compared to humans (this one being no exception), the necklace cut deeply into his flesh, evident from the black blood that stained the Necklace's centrepiece. It did not bother the demon at all, though, for he took out a huge battle axe and began swinging it, smashing Hadfar in the face and sending the slave's body flying right over the banister, plummeting down the side of the stairs.<br/><br/>Before any more harm could be done, however, Dagúrsson pushed his way to the front, cutting off the demon's hands with one swing of his sword. The demon screamed in pain and in shock. ""You will regret that!"" Dagúrsson tried to kill him, but was unable to, for the demon jumped off the railing, landing perfectly on top of Hadfar's body at the bottom and running out of the open door.<br/><br/>""Cynder must be in here now."""
5439,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=875,2014-12-29T21:56:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"A DRE soldier in a ""Steam"" appeared,<br/>""You won't be getting anywhere near Cynder."" He said.<br/><br/>""THat thing is bound to it's tracks... So if we stand back we might be able to have a chance"" Christopher said."
5440,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=875,2014-12-30T06:33:00,Bunkeranlage,"Seal of Reykjavík: 3 days left<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>As the steam powered weapon crashed down the stairs, Dagúrsson drew his sword, ready to cut down the monstrous vehicle. Before the thing got any closer, though, a bolt of ice smashed into the front of the thing, blowing it up and sending its operator flying high up, before falling and hitting the ground hard. ""Charge!"" The remaining men charged into the room, smashing the lock of the iron door and looking about, every nook and cranny possibly hiding a great dragon warrior…<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>Jorgen had been shot down again.<br/><br/>He had escaped from the clutches of the DRE's navy, headed straight on his course for Goose Bay. It was most unexpected, then, that the demons had already captured the New World's eastern coast.<br/><br/>It was in the dead of night, when the King of Iceland flew high above the clouds, almost at his destination. Engar-Tennur had recovered from the wound (dragons recovered from superficial wounds faster than humans) and was speeding through the cold winter air of the West.<br/><br/>The net came as an enormous surprise. It flew high up, just as the pair descended towards the forest. Apparently, the demons had foreseen his arrival, through the one chosen to wear the Millennium Necklace. They had, as such, set up dragon traps all over the coast of Canada. Indeed, Jorgen fell into the clutches of the Different Dimension Demons. Engar-Tennur screamed, desperately clawing about as the two crashed down in the forest, ironically, just 12KM away from where they were supposed to go.<br/><br/>With the de-facto leader of the anti demon resistance in the enemy's clutches, the forces of Earth were left leaderless. Since Defence Minister Schluckauf and Advisor Gnadin were both dead (having been killed by Princess Anna), it fell upon the Four Grand Admirals to take charge of Iceland's government, along with the head of the entire resistance of the world. As Dagúrsson was in the DRE's volcanic factory, it was the other three who took charge. They, not knowing of the capture of their king, were unable to carry out the administrative processes required in the absence of the monarch.<br/><br/>And with only three days left until the Seal expired, releasing the three dragon lords, they would have to work much faster to stop them."
5441,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=875,2014-12-30T09:16:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22960912#p22960912"">wrote</a>:</cite>As the steam powered weapon crashed down the stairs, Dagúrsson drew his sword, ready to cut down the monstrous vehicle. Before the thing got any closer, though, a bolt of ice smashed into the front of the thing, blowing it up and sending its operator flying high up, before falling and hitting the ground hard. ""Charge!"" The remaining men charged into the room, smashing the lock of the iron door and looking about, every nook and cranny possibly hiding a great dragon warrior… <br/></div></blockquote><br/>Cynder flew out of a pit of Lava.<br/>(OOC: like so<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://www.infinitelooper.com/?v=r-ZwrbM2EqM&amp;p=n#/3387;3684"" rel=""nofollow"">http://www.infinitelooper.com/?v=r-Zwrb ... /3387;3684</a>)<br/>""Hmm, it seems you've gotten past steam... well, don't think I wasn't prepared for that..."" Cynder said."
5442,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=875,2014-12-31T02:35:00,Bunkeranlage,"Dagúrsson drew a pistol, pointing it at Cynder, while Elsa stretched out her arm and pointed at the dragon, ready to freeze her at the first chance. ""Explain yourselves"", Elsa said fiercely. ""Why have you been helping the demons to destroy our homeland and take the world for themselves?""<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>Down the hills of the city Anna ran, the Ring dangling from her neck. Though she had twisted her ankle, she ran on, ignoring the pain both there and in her shoulder, which the Admiral had shot. It could wait. Now, the armies of darkness were on the verge of taking the world, and she didn't want to miss any of the action.<br/><br/>Having massacred the leaders in the palace, Anna's bloodlust had been satisfied, at least, for now. Stealing a Smothering Smokebreath from the palace's stables and replacing his consciousness with her own, Anna flew off of the island, going straight for Oslo, her former home. Her mind was set. She, the new High Priestess of Darkness, would build herself an army of orcs, demons and fallen dragons, to take her share of the world that wasn't to be under the Arch Demon's control. And this Millennium Ring, originally created to counter the darkness just like the other six Items, would aid her in her destruction of hope and the establishment of a dark empire.<br/><br/>""Ha! Ha! Ha! Ha! Ha! Soon, the proprietors of the light will fall, and my sister will join my side at the throne of the Divine Darkness! Ha! Ha! Ha!"""
5443,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=875,2014-12-31T10:24:00,Slenderman The CreepyPasta King,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22972131#p22972131"">wrote</a>:</cite>Dagúrsson drew a pistol, pointing it at Cynder, while Elsa stretched out her arm and pointed at the dragon, ready to freeze her at the first chance. ""Explain yourselves"", Elsa said fiercely. ""Why have you been helping the demons to destroy our homeland and take the world for themselves?""<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>Down the hills of the city Anna ran, the Ring dangling from her neck. Though she had twisted her ankle, she ran on, ignoring the pain both there and in her shoulder, which the Admiral had shot. It could wait. Now, the armies of darkness were on the verge of taking the world, and she didn't want to miss any of the action. <br/><br/>Having massacred the leaders in the palace, Anna's bloodlust had been satisfied, at least, for now. Stealing a Smothering Smokebreath from the palace's stables and replacing his consciousness with her own, Anna flew off of the island, going straight for Oslo, her former home. Her mind was set. She, the new High Priestess of Darkness, would build herself an army of orcs, demons and fallen dragons, to take her share of the world that wasn't to be under the Arch Demon's control. And this Millennium Ring, originally created to counter the darkness just like the other six Items, would aid her in her destruction of hope and the establishment of a dark empire.<br/><br/>""Ha! Ha! Ha! Ha! Ha! Soon, the proprietors of the light will fall, and my sister will join my side at the throne of the Divine Darkness! Ha! Ha! Ha!""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Flemeth was soaring around in her high dragon form, looking for any trace of a melinnium item. Normally she wouldnt even consider helping but this problem of the archdemon, malefor and his fathers plan put her in too much danger to just sit out. The witch was flying over Anna when she sensed the melenium ring. The witch landed in front of the princess and turned back to her human form. ""Well well well. What do we have here?"" she asked Anna, putting up barriers around her mind. Her magic would be enough to protect her body from the ring.<br/><br/>Akoolomonch was looking for signs of the archdemon. Trying to find out how it got here was the number one priority."
5444,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=875,2014-12-31T16:31:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=22972131#p22972131"">wrote</a>:</cite>Dagúrsson drew a pistol, pointing it at Cynder, while Elsa stretched out her arm and pointed at the dragon, ready to freeze her at the first chance. ""Explain yourselves"", Elsa said fiercely. ""Why have you been helping the demons to destroy our homeland and take the world for themselves?""<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>Down the hills of the city Anna ran, the Ring dangling from her neck. Though she had twisted her ankle, she ran on, ignoring the pain both there and in her shoulder, which the Admiral had shot. It could wait. Now, the armies of darkness were on the verge of taking the world, and she didn't want to miss any of the action. <br/><br/>Having massacred the leaders in the palace, Anna's bloodlust had been satisfied, at least, for now. Stealing a Smothering Smokebreath from the palace's stables and replacing his consciousness with her own, Anna flew off of the island, going straight for Oslo, her former home. Her mind was set. She, the new High Priestess of Darkness, would build herself an army of orcs, demons and fallen dragons, to take her share of the world that wasn't to be under the Arch Demon's control. And this Millennium Ring, originally created to counter the darkness just like the other six Items, would aid her in her destruction of hope and the establishment of a dark empire.<br/><br/>""Ha! Ha! Ha! Ha! Ha! Soon, the proprietors of the light will fall, and my sister will join my side at the throne of the Divine Darkness! Ha! Ha! Ha!""</div></blockquote><br/>""Malefor is my master. I am loyal and will die in battle, The DRE was once a glorious empire, until your father declared independence, then soon everyone did. You will pay. With your life."" Cynder said."
5445,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=875,2015-01-03T01:29:00,Bunkeranlage,"""Flemeth"", Anna growled bestially, the golden Ring around her neck rattling violently and glowing. ""How dare you stand in the way of my destiny! You will feel the wrath of the Demon Lords and of the shadows themselves!"" She laughed hysterically as the Millennium Ring discharged a huge beam of light straight in Flemeth's path, sending the sorceress flying backwards into a tree. Another beam of light, and Anna was gone.<br/><br/>Down the hill she sped, far beyond Flemeth's reach then, the power of the Ring concealing her and destroying any resistance. By the time she reached the docks, however, her shadow powers were drained; the strain from having to maintain her illusions was too much for a mere mortal like Anna, despite the dark energies endowed upon her by the three Demons and by the Shadow Magus. Drawing an Arendelle dagger concealed in what remained of her royal clothes, she clambered on board a brig, killing the entire crew except for the captain.<br/><br/>""Take me to Oslo, f*cker!"" she growled, pressing the flat edge of the dagger to the protesting man's throat. Before long, they had left the harbour, on the way to Arendelle's capital, where Anna intended to establish a new world order with her shadow powers.<br/><br/>""Soon, Elsa will join me in our conquest of the world for the advancement of humanity!""<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>The seal broke.<br/><br/>The eight days had expired, the powers holding the demons captive weakened severely. In the sea just near the city, a Spellbinding Circle glowed bright yellow, before shattering before the eyes of all who witnessed it. The seas tore apart as three malefic figures rose high into the air, boiling water trailing off their sides; Malefor, Antichtion, and the most powerful of them all- the Arch Demon of the Second Dimension.<br/><br/>As they rose into the air, a number of ships blockading the bay attempted to fire at them, but in vain, for the three rained down carpets of burning sulphur upon the ships, burning them to ashes and driving the sailors to attempt the most absurd and puerile methods of escaping.<br/><br/>All this was silently observed from the palace by the Three Grand Admirals, who, despite having the armies of the entire alliance at their disposal, were unable to do anything as the three demons wrecked the armada of the bay, sending a burning ship (presumably the ISS<span style=""font-style: italic"">Tannhäuser</span>) crashing into the city's walls.<br/><br/>""It has begun.""<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>""Cynder!"" Elsa yelled. ""You were not always under the influence of Malefor! Now, we know that he has been corrupted by both his father and by the Arch Demon, and there is still hope to save the world!"""
5446,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=875,2015-01-03T07:48:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"""Silence. Stand and accept your fate!""<br/>((OOC: There was originally a chase scene here but that's no fun so fight time!))<br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><a class=""postlink"" href=""https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BzJW9qkRmck"" rel=""nofollow"">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BzJW9qkRmck</a></div></div></div>"
5447,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=875,2015-01-03T07:57:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Dragon Realms Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=23009052#p23009052"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Silence. Stand and accept your fate!""<br/>((OOC: There was originally a chase scene here but that's no fun so fight time!))<br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><a class=""postlink"" href=""https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BzJW9qkRmck"" rel=""nofollow"">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BzJW9qkRmck</a></div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/><br/>""No, it is you who must accept your fate"", Elsa gritted her teeth, creating a javelin with her power. ""You must accept the fact that you have aided in the release of a great evil upon the world, and that we may not be able to contain it!""<br/><br/>Dagúrsson and Christopher looked at Cynder, trying to detect any change in her expression. Could it be that Elsa could convince the dragon to change her mind and, possibly, her side? That question would soon be answered, fire Elsa continued.<br/><br/>""I am giving you the chance to join us and help our cause, just as Drago Bludvist did. It is never too late to repent of your wrongs!"""
5448,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=875,2015-01-03T08:01:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=23009100#p23009100"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Dragon Realms Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=23009052#p23009052"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Silence. Stand and accept your fate!""<br/>((OOC: There was originally a chase scene here but that's no fun so fight time!))<br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><a class=""postlink"" href=""https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BzJW9qkRmck"" rel=""nofollow"">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BzJW9qkRmck</a></div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/><br/>""No, it is you who must accept your fate"", Elsa gritted her teeth, creating a javelin with her power. ""You must accept the fact that you have aided in the release of a great evil upon the world, and that we may not be able to contain it!""<br/><br/>Dagúrsson and Christopher looked at Cynder, trying to detect any change in her expression. Could it be that Elsa could convince the dragon to change her mind and, possibly, her side? That question would soon be answered, fire Elsa continued.<br/><br/>""I am giving you the chance to join us and help our cause, just as Drago Bludvist did. It is never too late to repent of your wrongs!""</div></blockquote><br/>""You make me laugh, You cannot stop what has been written in the spirit library on White Isle. ""<br/>Cynder than flew towards straight down towards Elsa claws first. The Volcano on Munitions Forge grew unstable and it almost felt like a Final Battle... Almost..."
5449,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=875,2015-01-03T08:12:00,Bunkeranlage,"Stepping aside deftly, Elsa gripped her javelin, thrusting it into the dragon's forearm and creating another. Dagúrsson followed up, bringing his sabre down on the dragon's other arm, only to be hit by a flick of Cynder's tail.<br/><br/>""Christopher!"" Elsa cried. ""We can still stop her!"" She produced a dagger, tossing it to Christopher, who had drawn the Sword of the Mountain and was more charging its energy. ""We must convince her that she must join us!""<br/><br/>As the Icelandic Admiral stood up, a volley of bullets flew past him. The soldiers were firing at Cynder with their muskets, and the liberated slaves were charging at the dragon with their pitchforks and axes. All this, while the volcanoes raged on and the three Demons ravaged Reykjavík."
5450,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=875,2015-01-03T08:20:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=23009178#p23009178"">wrote</a>:</cite>Stepping aside deftly, Elsa gripped her javelin, thrusting it into the dragon's forearm and creating another. Dagúrsson followed up, bringing his sabre down on the dragon's other arm, only to be hit by a flick of Cynder's tail.<br/><br/>""Christopher!"" Elsa cried. ""We can still stop her!"" She produced a dagger, tossing it to Christopher, who had drawn the Sword of the Mountain and was more charging its energy. ""We must convince her that she must join us!""<br/><br/>As the Icelandic Admiral stood up, a volley of bullets flew past him. The soldiers were firing at Cynder with their muskets, and the liberated slaves were charging at the dragon with their pitchforks and axes. All this, while the volcanoes raged on and the three Demons ravaged Reykjavík.</div></blockquote><br/>Cynder was much more powerful than in the previous encounter. The attacks had done almost nothing. The Mines were growing hotter and hotter as the volcano erupted. Cynder, shot fire at Elsa, but Christopher was not just going to sit back and let Cynder hurt his love. He stuck the sword of the mountain into Cynder's back, Which Cynder responded by flying up into the air with Christopher still holding on to the sword stuck inside the dragon. Cynder then flew straight down, but The force was not very high and Christopher was mostly unharmed. Soon everyone was attacking Cynder but to no avail, it seemed hopeless."
5451,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=875,2015-01-03T08:42:00,Bunkeranlage,"One more javelin…<br/><br/>This one, she charged using her powers. It glowed bright purple as the sword's power coursed through the icy spear. As Cynder landed on the ground, Elsa gripped her new javelin, aiming it at Cynder gingerly, the first javelin still buried in her forearm. ""Cynder!"" she pleaded. ""It doesn't have to be like this. We can work together to bring light back into the world! Is that not what you want as well?""<br/><br/>Dagúrsson drew his second sword, limping over to the scene with his men behind him. Here was the clash of three mighty forces, fighting for two different causes. One of darkness, one of light. As the men came closer, the door of the tower was blown to bits. Demons charged in, wielding cruel axes. They, however, stopped immediately, on seeing the confrontation between the dragon and the snow queen.<br/><br/>""General Cynder"", one of the demons snarled, his rotting teeth bared. ""What orders do you have for now?"""
5452,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=875,2015-01-03T08:46:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=23009433#p23009433"">wrote</a>:</cite>One more javelin… <br/><br/>This one, she charged using her powers. It glowed bright purple as the sword's power coursed through the icy spear. As Cynder landed on the ground, Elsa gripped her new javelin, aiming it at Cynder gingerly, the first javelin still buried in her forearm. ""Cynder!"" she pleaded. ""It doesn't have to be like this. We can work together to bring light back into the world! Is that not what you want as well?""<br/><br/>Dagúrsson drew his second sword, limping over to the scene with his men behind him. Here was the clash of three mighty forces, fighting for two different causes. One of darkness, one of light. As the men came closer, the door of the tower was blown to bits. Demons charged in, wielding cruel axes. They, however, stopped immediately, on seeing the confrontation between the dragon and the snow queen.<br/><br/>""General Cynder"", one of the demons snarled, his rotting teeth bared. ""What orders do you have for now?""</div></blockquote><br/>Then a pillar of blue light appeared in the distance.<br/>""What is going on over there... WAIT! THat's Concurrent Skies Tower! Finish up here while I go see what's going on there. I should be back.""<br/>Cynder ordered as she flew off to investigate. Malefor had made it so Cynder would defend Concurrent Skies because if that fell he would lose his grip over her, and Heaven forbid his father would find out about such a failure..."
5453,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=900,2015-01-03T08:57:00,Bunkeranlage,"Before she could fly in, the second javelin whizzed through the air, striking her in the thigh. That moment, a shockwave from the second, enchanted, javelin blasted Cynder off her course, shattering both in the process and half closing the portal. Since Cynder was still in the air, the demons were free to do as they pleased with their new hostages.<br/><br/>They did not, however, for a blinding yellow light flashed, white smoke filling the room and materialising into Shadi's figure. Gripping the Millennium Scales, the Guardian of the Items grunted as he drew a golden dagger, fighting off the demons and killing them off one by one, eventually sending the rest fleeing. ""You mustn't give in to the darkness!"" he said, fading away from view. ""My power in this world is limited, and though I can use the Scales and the Key to attack demons, I am powerless against the Demon Lords…"""
5454,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=900,2015-01-03T09:21:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=23009547#p23009547"">wrote</a>:</cite>Before she could fly in, the second javelin whizzed through the air, striking her in the thigh. That moment, a shockwave from the second, enchanted, javelin blasted Cynder to the ground, shattering both in the process and closing the portal. Since Cynder landed just a short distance away from the scuffle, the demons were free to do as they pleased with their new hostages. <br/><br/>They did not, however, for a blinding yellow light flashed, white smoke filling the room and materialising into Shadi's figure. Gripping the Millennium Scales, the Guardian of the Items grunted as he drew a golden dagger, fighting off the demons and killing them off one by one, eventually sending the rest fleeing. ""You mustn't give in to the darkness!"" he said, fading away from view. ""My power in this world is limited, and though I can use the Scales and the Key to attack demons, I am powerless against the Demon Lords…"" He dematerialised just as Cynder stood up and confronted them.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: You realize the longer it takes for Cynder to reach Concurrent Skies the longer it will take for her to defect right, and you just took away the perfect opportunity for her to get there."
5455,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=900,2015-01-03T09:37:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Dragon Realms Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=23009759#p23009759"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=23009547#p23009547"">wrote</a>:</cite>Before she could fly in, the second javelin whizzed through the air, striking her in the thigh. That moment, a shockwave from the second, enchanted, javelin blasted Cynder to the ground, shattering both in the process and closing the portal. Since Cynder landed just a short distance away from the scuffle, the demons were free to do as they pleased with their new hostages. <br/><br/>They did not, however, for a blinding yellow light flashed, white smoke filling the room and materialising into Shadi's figure. Gripping the Millennium Scales, the Guardian of the Items grunted as he drew a golden dagger, fighting off the demons and killing them off one by one, eventually sending the rest fleeing. ""You mustn't give in to the darkness!"" he said, fading away from view. ""My power in this world is limited, and though I can use the Scales and the Key to attack demons, I am powerless against the Demon Lords…"" He dematerialised just as Cynder stood up and confronted them.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: You realize the longer it takes for Cynder to reach Concurrent Skies the longer it will take for her to defect right, and you just took away the perfect opportunity for her to get there.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC: Yeah, but the characters don't know that. Naturally, the first responses to a portal opening for the enemies wouldn't be that positive, I imagine..."
5456,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=900,2015-01-03T09:51:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=23009888#p23009888"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Dragon Realms Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=23009759#p23009759"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: You realize the longer it takes for Cynder to reach Concurrent Skies the longer it will take for her to defect right, and you just took away the perfect opportunity for her to get there.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC: Yeah, but the characters don't know that. Naturally, the first responses to a portal opening for the enemies wouldn't be that positive, I imagine...</div></blockquote><br/>You could have dealt with that without making Cynder fall to the ground.<br/>The problem isn't even that you threw the javelin it's that you made her fall to the ground, other wise she would at Concurrent Skies by now..."
5457,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=900,2015-01-03T14:29:00,Slenderman The CreepyPasta King,void
5458,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=900,2015-01-03T14:49:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Slenderman The CreepyPasta King <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=23013387#p23013387"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Dont ignore me girl, I am VERY unkind to beings that try to either cheat me or mock me."" Flemeth said to Anna. ""Now,give me the melinium ring and I'll tell my allies not to kill you. If you dont or try to attack me, I'll kill you and then take that ring."" Flemeth transfered part of her soul and being into a vase she saw in greenland. That way if she gets killed. She could revived with a word that people use all the time in this era. Witch. Sadly though she could only transfer part of her being into an item every five years.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: Anna's not there anymore."
5459,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=900,2015-01-03T16:47:00,Slenderman The CreepyPasta King,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Dragon Realms Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=23013623#p23013623"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Slenderman The CreepyPasta King <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=23013387#p23013387"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Dont ignore me girl, I am VERY unkind to beings that try to either cheat me or mock me."" Flemeth said to Anna. ""Now,give me the melinium ring and I'll tell my allies not to kill you. If you dont or try to attack me, I'll kill you and then take that ring."" Flemeth transfered part of her soul and being into a vase she saw in greenland. That way if she gets killed. She could revived with a word that people use all the time in this era. Witch. Sadly though she could only transfer part of her being into an item every five years.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: Anna's not there anymore.</div></blockquote><br/>oh"
5460,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=900,2015-01-04T05:07:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Dragon Realms Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=23010025#p23010025"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=23009888#p23009888"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>OOC: Yeah, but the characters don't know that. Naturally, the first responses to a portal opening for the enemies wouldn't be that positive, I imagine...</div></blockquote><br/>You could have dealt with that without making Cynder fall to the ground.<br/>The problem isn't even that you threw the javelin it's that you made her fall to the ground, other wise she would at Concurrent Skies by now...</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC: True.<br/><br/>Edited."
5461,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=900,2015-01-05T05:24:00,Slenderman The CreepyPasta King,"The arch demon, after having his fun, flew towards the munitions forge, flying overhead of Akoolomonch. He sent message to the dark spawn at the munitions factory telling them to get ready for his arrival. His purple fire raining down on all cities he passed, burning them to the ground. ""MWAHAHAHA!!! Get ready mortals, for I am back, and better than ever, MWAHAHAHA!!!!!"" he said to himself.<br/><br/>The darkspawn got the message and detached from the captives to clear an area large enough for the archdemon to land, but not before a hurlock emisary (darkspawn mage) attempted to cast a freeze spell on Elsa.<br/>_____________________________________________________________________________________<br/><br/>Flemeth got up and muttered,""the next time I see that girl, she's dead."" Talking about Anna. ""Though, if i could trick her long enough, I may be able to discard this old, weakening body for hers... i'll just have to see."" The ring didnt do much, all it did was sting her a tiny bit."
5462,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=900,2015-01-05T15:21:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"Cynder finally reached Concurrent Skies, where she realized that that the ""light was magic"", not just any magic though, dark, dark magic... Was this opportunity that Antichthon was looking for? An opportunity for complete global genocide."
5463,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=900,2015-01-08T09:57:00,Slenderman The CreepyPasta King,the darkspawn cleared a landing area large enough for the archdemon to land.
5464,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=900,2015-01-09T06:56:00,Caribica,"San Esperito was abuzz with news of the vote on wherether to send more troops to Iceland, in the Congress building an emergency vote had been called for both the upper house and the lower house. The lower house speaker rose and said, ""All rise for Tomas Estrada Luis Palma, President of the Caribican Republic!"" Palma, still wearing an arm brace and using a cane from his confrontation with Anna. He then shuffled through some papers and declared. ""My friends, the situation in Europe is far worse than I or any man in this room could have imagined. At least 3 dragons that are nearly immortal wreak havoc unchallenged in Iceland and Malefor, king of the DRE has been overthrown by his even more tyrannical and sadistic father Antichithon. What's more is that with the surrender of Weselton, Malta and Iceland are now the only two sovereign European nations that openly oppose the DRE, the 10,000 men I ordered to be sent are not nearly enough, if the DRE and the ""Archdemons"" win in Europe who's to say they cannot conquer the rest of the world? Imagine, the streets of your hometowns gushing with blood and reeking of gunpowder and our glorious republic, a beacon of freedom around the world ruled by a tyrant more despotic than King Charles could have ever prayed to be, all the efforts of us in the revolution six years ago gone to waste, this is the future I envision if we do not immediately step up our efforts in the North Atlantic theater. Therefore I wish that every man in this room bearing the title Representative or Senator vote in favor of the bill increasing military spending by 20% and swelling the ranks of our armed forces from 16,000 to 75,000."" Later in the day both houses voted on the issue and the bill was passed.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Grand Admiral Dagursson,<br/>Expect 54,000 troops to arrive in Iceland soon, Congress has voted in favor of diverting more of our military to the North Atlantic Theatre.<br/>Sincerely, President Tomas Palma</blockquote><br/>'Holy s***' Commodore Natal thought as he saw the Archdemon fly over them, a few cannons took potshots at him but they all missed. Then suddenly a voice appeared In the back of his head, the Archdemons voice, but he knew it was him as he heard his thoughts and knew he was going to the Munitions forge. He then collapsed to the ground, grasped the millennium eye and realises it was that which caused the voice. 'So that's what it does,' he thought as he got back up and and raced towards the Rear Admirals tent. The admiral was huddled around a table with several other Commodores, Natal barged in and yelled, ""He's heading for the munitions forge!"" ""How the hell do you know this Natal?"" The admiral replied, Natal stuttered, knowing that if he said it was the eye it would almost certainly confiscated by people who would not know to deliver it to President Palma but if he tried to explain what Shadi told him he would be declared insane. ""Isn't it obvious? The de facto leader of Iceland, Queen Elsa and Christopher are there, he wants to kill them."" Natal said, ""By God you're right! Natal, go inform Akoolomonch we leave for the munitions forge at midnight. In the meantime I want a telegram sent to high command informing them of the situation and that we will leave to aid our allies at the forge."" The admiral said.<br/>Natal walked down to the barracks where Akoolomonch was and said to him, ""We've found the Archdemons destination, he's heading for the Munitions Forge! We leave at midnight have your bags packed by then you're in the same cabin as you were on the voyage here."
5465,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=900,2015-01-09T11:07:00,Slenderman The CreepyPasta King,"<blockquote><div><cite>Caribica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=23077444#p23077444"">wrote</a>:</cite>San Esperito was abuzz with news of the vote on wherether to send more troops to Iceland, in the Congress building an emergency vote had been called for both the upper house and the lower house. The lower house speaker rose and said, ""All rise for Tomas Estrada Luis Palma, President of the Caribican Republic!"" Palma, still wearing an arm brace and using a cane from his confrontation with Anna. He then shuffled through some papers and declared. ""My friends, the situation in Europe is far worse than I or any man in this room could have imagined. At least 3 dragons that are nearly immortal wreak havoc unchallenged in Iceland and Malefor, king of the DRE has been overthrown by his even more tyrannical and sadistic father Antichithon. What's more is that with the surrender of Weselton, Malta and Iceland are now the only two sovereign European nations that openly oppose the DRE, the 10,000 men I ordered to be sent are not nearly enough, if the DRE and the ""Archdemons"" win in Europe who's to say they cannot conquer the rest of the world? Imagine, the streets of your hometowns gushing with blood and reeking of gunpowder and our glorious republic, a beacon of freedom around the world ruled by a tyrant more despotic than King Charles could have ever prayed to be, all the efforts of us in the revolution six years ago gone to waste, this is the future I envision if we do not immediately step up our efforts in the North Atlantic theater. Therefore I wish that every man in this room bearing the title Representative or Senator vote in favor of the bill increasing military spending by 20% and swelling the ranks of our armed forces from 16,000 to 75,000."" Later in the day both houses voted on the issue and the bill was passed.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Grand Admiral Dagursson,<br/>Expect 54,000 troops to arrive in Iceland soon, Congress has voted in favor of diverting more of our military to the North Atlantic Theatre.<br/>Sincerely, President Tomas Palma</blockquote><br/>'Holy s***' Commodore Natal thought as he saw the Archdemon fly over them, a few cannons took potshots at him but they all missed. Then suddenly a voice appeared In the back of his head, the Archdemons voice, but he knew it was him as he heard his thoughts and knew he was going to the Munitions forge. He then collapsed to the ground, grasped the millennium eye and realises it was that which caused the voice. 'So that's what it does,' he thought as he got back up and and raced towards the Rear Admirals tent. The admiral was huddled around a table with several other Commodores, Natal barged in and yelled, ""He's heading for the munitions forge!"" ""How the hell do you know this Natal?"" The admiral replied, Natal stuttered, knowing that if he said it was the eye it would almost certainly confiscated by people who would not know to deliver it to President Palma but if he tried to explain what Shadi told him he would be declared insane. ""Isn't it obvious? The de facto leader of Iceland, Queen Elsa and Christopher are there, he wants to kill them."" Natal said, ""By God you're right! Natal, go inform Akoolomonch we leave for the munitions forge at midnight. In the meantime I want a telegram sent to high command informing them of the situation and that we will leave to aid our allies at the forge."" The admiral said.<br/>Natal walked down to the barracks where Akoolomonch was and said to him, ""We've found the Archdemons destination, he's heading for the Munitions Forge! We leave at midnight have your bags packed by then you're in the same cabin as you were on the voyage here.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Ok. I 'll get to the ship as soon as possible."" Akoolomonch said as he packed and ran to the ship. When he saw Natal he said, if I even have a chance of getting near the archdemon to slay him you'll have to send your entire army. Or have multiple armies march to engage the darkspawn because as soon as the archdemon senses me, he will have those blighted creatures be used as a shield for him."" the elf explained. ""And when i slay it i will die as well because its soul will cancel out my soul and vise versa. But even then the darkspawn wont go away, instead they'll break into rival tribes."""
5466,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=900,2015-01-09T11:22:00,Caribica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Slenderman The CreepyPasta King <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=23079159#p23079159"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Caribica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=23077444#p23077444"">wrote</a>:</cite>San Esperito was abuzz with news of the vote on wherether to send more troops to Iceland, in the Congress building an emergency vote had been called for both the upper house and the lower house. The lower house speaker rose and said, ""All rise for Tomas Estrada Luis Palma, President of the Caribican Republic!"" Palma, still wearing an arm brace and using a cane from his confrontation with Anna. He then shuffled through some papers and declared. ""My friends, the situation in Europe is far worse than I or any man in this room could have imagined. At least 3 dragons that are nearly immortal wreak havoc unchallenged in Iceland and Malefor, king of the DRE has been overthrown by his even more tyrannical and sadistic father Antichithon. What's more is that with the surrender of Weselton, Malta and Iceland are now the only two sovereign European nations that openly oppose the DRE, the 10,000 men I ordered to be sent are not nearly enough, if the DRE and the ""Archdemons"" win in Europe who's to say they cannot conquer the rest of the world? Imagine, the streets of your hometowns gushing with blood and reeking of gunpowder and our glorious republic, a beacon of freedom around the world ruled by a tyrant more despotic than King Charles could have ever prayed to be, all the efforts of us in the revolution six years ago gone to waste, this is the future I envision if we do not immediately step up our efforts in the North Atlantic theater. Therefore I wish that every man in this room bearing the title Representative or Senator vote in favor of the bill increasing military spending by 20% and swelling the ranks of our armed forces from 16,000 to 75,000."" Later in the day both houses voted on the issue and the bill was passed.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Grand Admiral Dagursson,<br/>Expect 54,000 troops to arrive in Iceland soon, Congress has voted in favor of diverting more of our military to the North Atlantic Theatre.<br/>Sincerely, President Tomas Palma</blockquote><br/>'Holy s***' Commodore Natal thought as he saw the Archdemon fly over them, a few cannons took potshots at him but they all missed. Then suddenly a voice appeared In the back of his head, the Archdemons voice, but he knew it was him as he heard his thoughts and knew he was going to the Munitions forge. He then collapsed to the ground, grasped the millennium eye and realises it was that which caused the voice. 'So that's what it does,' he thought as he got back up and and raced towards the Rear Admirals tent. The admiral was huddled around a table with several other Commodores, Natal barged in and yelled, ""He's heading for the munitions forge!"" ""How the hell do you know this Natal?"" The admiral replied, Natal stuttered, knowing that if he said it was the eye it would almost certainly confiscated by people who would not know to deliver it to President Palma but if he tried to explain what Shadi told him he would be declared insane. ""Isn't it obvious? The de facto leader of Iceland, Queen Elsa and Christopher are there, he wants to kill them."" Natal said, ""By God you're right! Natal, go inform Akoolomonch we leave for the munitions forge at midnight. In the meantime I want a telegram sent to high command informing them of the situation and that we will leave to aid our allies at the forge."" The admiral said.<br/>Natal walked down to the barracks where Akoolomonch was and said to him, ""We've found the Archdemons destination, he's heading for the Munitions Forge! We leave at midnight have your bags packed by then you're in the same cabin as you were on the voyage here.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Ok. I 'll get to the ship as soon as possible."" Akoolomonch said as he packed and ran to the ship. When he saw Natal he said, if I even have a chance of getting near the archdemon to slay him you'll have to send your entire army. Or have multiple armies march to engage the darkspawn because as soon as the archdemon senses me, he will have those blighted creatures be used as a shield for him."" the elf explained. ""And when i slay it i will die as well because its soul will cancel out my soul and vise versa. But even then the darkspawn wont go away, instead they'll break into rival tribes.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Hmm, thank you for this information, very helpful, don't worry about the distraction for the darkspawn, we've got about 9,000 men and 6 ironclads heading there. I'm certain the warring darkspawn tribes left over can be easily mopped up. Good day sir."" He said as he went to his own tent to pack.<br/>A few hours later the fleet was on its way to the Munitions Forge.<br/>OOC: I will be speeding up their travel for RP purposes but they won't get there until after slender declares the Archdemon has arrived because even if powered by steam great warships are still slower than dragons."
5467,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=900,2015-01-09T22:46:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">President Palma,<br/><br/>In Dagúrsson's absence, I humbly accept this offer of military aid, and I thank you again for your help. It is indispensable in our efforts to destroy the Arch Demon's armies.<br/><br/>- Grand Admiral Ingvär Hólgersson</blockquote><br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>The battle for Reykjavík raged on, the city razed to the ground. Buildings were burned up, and makeshift garrisons and fortifications were erected messily all over the place, some nothing more than foxholes and sandbags. The three demons, now more powerful than ever, were running wild throughout the city, sending fire sprinting through the blackened and charred streets of the once proud city.<br/><br/>From the half wrecked Asgard Castle, now strengthened with wooden scaffolds and sandbags, the Three Admirals continued planning the defences of the city tirelessly. The Guards of the Wilderwest, as well as the port authorities, were both weakened severely. The MNFC had been scattered all over the city and was beyond hope of reorganisation, and the police force had effectively merged with the other divisions of the defence, their leaders murdered in Princess Anna's overdrive.<br/><br/>The entire Icelandic navy had been called back to the port to help stop. The confrontation between OS and Iceland had weakened the navy quite severely, and the rest of the fleets had to be called back to defend the port. Already, 12 ships had been scuttled, and the Port Authorities were scrambling to build a naval barricade with the remains of the ruined ships. They knew, however, that the enemy was already within, and that these barricades would do little to curb them.<br/><br/>Nuuk was also under assault. Hordes of demons charged through the streets of the city, the guards pitifully repelling them with whatever weapons they had. Jonas Juliusson had died of a massive heart attack just shortly after the demons were spotted, leaving the lower officers in charge of the city's defences. It was not good enough, however, for the ammunition was running low (Hofsjökull's forges having been shut down) and the men were becoming demoralised.<br/><br/>If the demons were to be stopped, it would require a much greater effort."
5468,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=900,2015-01-10T14:25:00,Slenderman The CreepyPasta King,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=23085687#p23085687"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">President Palma,<br/><br/>In Dagúrsson's absence, I humbly accept this offer of military aid, and I thank you again for your help. It is indispensable in our efforts to destroy the Arch Demon's armies.<br/><br/>- Grand Admiral Ingvär Hólgersson</blockquote><br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>The battle for Reykjavík raged on, the city razed to the ground. Buildings were burned up, and makeshift garrisons and fortifications were erected messily all over the place, some nothing more than foxholes and sandbags. The three demons, now more powerful than ever, were running wild throughout the city, sending fire sprinting through the blackened and charred streets of the once proud city. <br/><br/>From the half wrecked Asgard Castle, now strengthened with wooden scaffolds and sandbags, the Three Admirals continued planning the defences of the city tirelessly. The Guards of the Wilderwest, as well as the port authorities, were both weakened severely. The MNFC had been scattered all over the city and was beyond hope of reorganisation, and the police force had effectively merged with the other divisions of the defence, their leaders murdered in Princess Anna's overdrive. <br/><br/>The entire Icelandic navy had been called back to the port to help stop. The confrontation between OS and Iceland had weakened the navy quite severely, and the rest of the fleets had to be called back to defend the port. Already, 12 ships had been scuttled, and the Port Authorities were scrambling to build a naval barricade with the remains of the ruined ships. They knew, however, that the enemy was already within, and that these barricades would do little to curb them.<br/><br/>Nuuk was also under assault. Hordes of demons charged through the streets of the city, the guards pitifully repelling them with whatever weapons they had. Jonas Juliusson had died of a massive heart attack just shortly after the demons were spotted, leaving the lower officers in charge of the city's defences. It was not good enough, however, for the ammunition was running low (Hofsjökull's forges having been shut down) and the men were becoming demoralised. <br/><br/>If the demons were to be stopped, it would require a much greater effort.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>The archdemon arrived at the munitions forge. He landed and roared so loudly it shook the forge to it's foundations. The darkspawn assaulting Nuuk stayed with their tactics, killing all men and children while taking the women to turn them into brood mothers, which in turn would produce more darkspawn. The darkspawn in Reykjavik attacked the guards. The hurlock emissaries cast spells that struck guards with lightning and flames, ogres charged the barricades in an attempt to destroy them. Akoolomonch was asleep but was having one of the famous warden nightmares which allowed him to tell what was going on with the archdemon and his forces. He woke with a start. ""shit, those shemlen don't stand a chance if I don't slay the archdemon soon."" He said.<br/><br/>Flemeth was flying overhead of Nuuk and landed to fight the darkspawn. She stayed in her high dragon form and started roasting all of the darkspawn she saw, as well as crushing their heads."
5469,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=900,2015-01-10T17:02:00,Caribica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Slenderman The CreepyPasta King <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=23092207#p23092207"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=23085687#p23085687"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">President Palma,<br/><br/>In Dagúrsson's absence, I humbly accept this offer of military aid, and I thank you again for your help. It is indispensable in our efforts to destroy the Arch Demon's armies.<br/><br/>- Grand Admiral Ingvär Hólgersson</blockquote><br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>The battle for Reykjavík raged on, the city razed to the ground. Buildings were burned up, and makeshift garrisons and fortifications were erected messily all over the place, some nothing more than foxholes and sandbags. The three demons, now more powerful than ever, were running wild throughout the city, sending fire sprinting through the blackened and charred streets of the once proud city. <br/><br/>From the half wrecked Asgard Castle, now strengthened with wooden scaffolds and sandbags, the Three Admirals continued planning the defences of the city tirelessly. The Guards of the Wilderwest, as well as the port authorities, were both weakened severely. The MNFC had been scattered all over the city and was beyond hope of reorganisation, and the police force had effectively merged with the other divisions of the defence, their leaders murdered in Princess Anna's overdrive. <br/><br/>The entire Icelandic navy had been called back to the port to help stop. The confrontation between OS and Iceland had weakened the navy quite severely, and the rest of the fleets had to be called back to defend the port. Already, 12 ships had been scuttled, and the Port Authorities were scrambling to build a naval barricade with the remains of the ruined ships. They knew, however, that the enemy was already within, and that these barricades would do little to curb them.<br/><br/>Nuuk was also under assault. Hordes of demons charged through the streets of the city, the guards pitifully repelling them with whatever weapons they had. Jonas Juliusson had died of a massive heart attack just shortly after the demons were spotted, leaving the lower officers in charge of the city's defences. It was not good enough, however, for the ammunition was running low (Hofsjökull's forges having been shut down) and the men were becoming demoralised. <br/><br/>If the demons were to be stopped, it would require a much greater effort.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>The archdemon arrived at the munitions forge. He landed and roared so loudly it shook the forge to it's foundations. The darkspawn assaulting Nuuk stayed with their tactics, killing all men and children while taking the women to turn them into brood mothers, which in turn would produce more darkspawn. The darkspawn in Reykjavik attacked the guards. The hurlock emissaries cast spells that struck guards with lightning and flames, ogres charged the barricades in an attempt to destroy them. Akoolomonch was asleep but was having one of the famous warden nightmares which allowed him to tell what was going on with the archdemon and his forces. He woke with a start. ""shit, those shemlen don't stand a chance if I don't slay the archdemon soon."" He said.<br/><br/>Flemeth was flying overhead of Nuuk and landed to fight the darkspawn. She stayed in her high dragon form and started roasting all of the darkspawn she saw, as well as crushing their heads.</div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Holgersson,<br/>Slight problem, it's going to take about 3 months for our reinforcements to actually get there, you know how it is, finding men willing to enlist, training those men, supplying them with arms, rations and munitions, breeding and training horses to assign to some of them, smelting cannons to give those men support, constructing ships to deliver them to Iceland, you get the idea. Sorry about the delay, we're already streched thin here, 9,000 troops already there, 4000 guarding the frontier provinces and 2,000 on anti-piracy duty, the remaining 1,0000 manning or dismantling the several old Hispanish military installments on the islands. My apologies. <br/>-Palma</blockquote>"
5470,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=900,2015-01-11T00:30:00,Bunkeranlage,"Hólgersson could not reply.<br/><br/>Hólgersson was dead.<br/><br/>In one swift movement, the demons in the city had wiped out the remnants of the Resistance soldiers in Reykjavík. The three Admirals desperately sent orders to the four corners of Iceland, pleading for help from the remaining generals and soldiers. It was too late. Malefor had descended upon the palace, spitting one final burst of black flames. The foundations of Asgard Castle rattled, then crumbled to the ground, dragging the Three Admirals and everybody else inside along with it.<br/><br/>As the demons and the two remaining Dark Masters took the rest of the city, a frigate, ISS<span style=""font-style: italic"">Vatnajökulsþjóðgarð</span>, was prepared in the bay of the city, where the survivors of the onslaught piled on, including the remaining leadership, as well as the rest of the Guards. The dragon riders (or those who remained) were ordered to evacuate the city as fast as they could, and also to cover the frigate.<br/><br/>In the chaos of their victory, the demons were unaware of the frigate's departure, and by the time Malefor and Antichton found out, the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Vatnajökulsþjóðgarð</span>was on her way to, who knew, anywhere safe.<br/><br/>""Listen to me; I have prepared a place for you to go to.""<br/><br/>The voice of Shadi rang throughout, speaking to the 87 men on the frigate.<br/><br/>""Copenhagen has been retaken by me. I have gathered the final resistance members there, and all of you must meet me there. The power of my Millennium Items are finite; I cannot protect you all forever. You will need to come here and help too…"""
5471,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=900,2015-01-11T02:52:00,Caribica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=23098748#p23098748"">wrote</a>:</cite>Hólgersson could not reply.<br/><br/>Hólgersson was dead.<br/><br/>In one swift movement, the demons in the city had wiped out the remnants of the Resistance soldiers in Reykjavík. The three Admirals desperately sent orders to the four corners of Iceland, pleading for help from the remaining generals and soldiers. It was too late. Malefor had descended upon the palace, spitting one final burst of black flames. The foundations of Asgard Castle rattled, then crumbled to the ground, dragging the Three Admirals and everybody else inside along with it.<br/><br/>As the demons and the two remaining Dark Masters took the rest of the city, a frigate, ISS <span style=""font-style: italic"">Vatnajökulsþjóðgarð</span>, was prepared in the bay of the city, where the survivors of the onslaught piled on, including President Palma, as well as the rest of the Guards. The dragon riders (or those who remained) were ordered to evacuate the city as fast as they could, and also to cover the frigate.<br/><br/>In the chaos of their victory, the demons were unaware of the frigate's departure, and by the time Malefor and Antichton found out, the <span style=""font-style: italic"">Vatnajökulsþjóðgarð</span> was on her way to, who knew, anywhere safe.<br/><br/>""Listen to me; I have prepared a place for you to go to.""<br/><br/>The voice of Shadi rang throughout, speaking to the 87 men on the frigate. <br/><br/>""Copenhagen has been retaken by me. I have gathered the final resistance members there, and all of you must meet me there. The power of my Millennium Items are finite; I cannot protect you all forever. You will need to come here and help too…""</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: umm... Actually Palma was all the way over in Caribica, Remember his speech to congress a few posts ago?"
5472,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=900,2015-01-11T02:58:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote><div><cite>Caribica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=23099245#p23099245"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=23098748#p23098748"">wrote</a>:</cite>Hólgersson could not reply.<br/><br/>Hólgersson was dead.<br/><br/>In one swift movement, the demons in the city had wiped out the remnants of the Resistance soldiers in Reykjavík. The three Admirals desperately sent orders to the four corners of Iceland, pleading for help from the remaining generals and soldiers. It was too late. Malefor had descended upon the palace, spitting one final burst of black flames. The foundations of Asgard Castle rattled, then crumbled to the ground, dragging the Three Admirals and everybody else inside along with it.<br/><br/>As the demons and the two remaining Dark Masters took the rest of the city, a frigate, ISS <span style=""font-style: italic"">Vatnajökulsþjóðgarð</span>, was prepared in the bay of the city, where the survivors of the onslaught piled on, including President Palma, as well as the rest of the Guards. The dragon riders (or those who remained) were ordered to evacuate the city as fast as they could, and also to cover the frigate.<br/><br/>In the chaos of their victory, the demons were unaware of the frigate's departure, and by the time Malefor and Antichton found out, the <span style=""font-style: italic"">Vatnajökulsþjóðgarð</span> was on her way to, who knew, anywhere safe.<br/><br/>""Listen to me; I have prepared a place for you to go to.""<br/><br/>The voice of Shadi rang throughout, speaking to the 87 men on the frigate. <br/><br/>""Copenhagen has been retaken by me. I have gathered the final resistance members there, and all of you must meet me there. The power of my Millennium Items are finite; I cannot protect you all forever. You will need to come here and help too…""</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: umm... Actually Palma was all the way over in Caribica, Remember his speech to congress a few posts ago?</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC: Oh yes.<br/><br/>In any case, the new RP is up. Go ahead and sign up first. We'll conclude this one first, then I'll start the IC."
5473,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=900,2015-01-11T03:12:00,Caribica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=23098748#p23098748"">wrote</a>:</cite>Hólgersson could not reply.<br/><br/>Hólgersson was dead.<br/><br/>In one swift movement, the demons in the city had wiped out the remnants of the Resistance soldiers in Reykjavík. The three Admirals desperately sent orders to the four corners of Iceland, pleading for help from the remaining generals and soldiers. It was too late. Malefor had descended upon the palace, spitting one final burst of black flames. The foundations of Asgard Castle rattled, then crumbled to the ground, dragging the Three Admirals and everybody else inside along with it.<br/><br/>As the demons and the two remaining Dark Masters took the rest of the city, a frigate, ISS <span style=""font-style: italic"">Vatnajökulsþjóðgarð</span>, was prepared in the bay of the city, where the survivors of the onslaught piled on, including President Palma, as well as the rest of the Guards. The dragon riders (or those who remained) were ordered to evacuate the city as fast as they could, and also to cover the frigate.<br/><br/>In the chaos of their victory, the demons were unaware of the frigate's departure, and by the time Malefor and Antichton found out, the <span style=""font-style: italic"">Vatnajökulsþjóðgarð</span> was on her way to, who knew, anywhere safe.<br/><br/>""Listen to me; I have prepared a place for you to go to.""<br/><br/>The voice of Shadi rang throughout, speaking to the 87 men on the frigate. <br/><br/>""Copenhagen has been retaken by me. I have gathered the final resistance members there, and all of you must meet me there. The power of my Millennium Items are finite; I cannot protect you all forever. You will need to come here and help too…""</div></blockquote><br/>The headline in papers across Caribica that day was, ICELAND NO MORE, EUROPE SQUASHED UNDER DRE BOOT. President Palma, after reading and being briefed on it by his cabinet collapsed to his chair, he then sent a telegram to the ministers of the economy and defense ordering them to halt wartime production.<br/>Aboard the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Fraternidad</span>the Rear Admiral received orders to turn around and head to Caribica City. Alright then, Mr. Natal please inform Mr. Akoolomonch of the news. Natal entered his cabin and said, ""Sir, terrible news, Iceland has fallen, the 3 grand admirals are dead and as any sane man would believe anyone else on the island. We're turning back to Caribica, there's nowhere left to turn in Europe that's safe and we are not an invasion force""<br/>Back in Caribica the government published an official statement declaring that they would accept any refugees from Europe into Caribica, if they could make a transatlantic voyage."
5474,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=900,2015-01-11T03:25:00,Bunkeranlage,"""President Palma.""<br/><br/>Shadi's ghostly body materialised in President Palma's room, the darkness of the night retreating from the Millennium Key's light. ""As you know, the demons have gained a foothold in the world already. Our last bastion of hope, Iceland, has fallen.""<br/><br/>He paused for a moment, continuing, ""Now, I have two things to say to you. Firstly, Commander Natal is returning. I have entrusted him with a Millennium Item, which he will pass to you. Guard it with everything you have- it must not fall into the hands of the Dark Masters.""<br/><br/>""Secondly, I have taken back the city of Copenhagen and fortified it. I should like you to know that our resistance will be amassing there. As my power in this world is limited (I am only a spirit, after all), I will need all the help available to stop the Arch Demon's reckless advancement. Will you help our resistance?"""
5475,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=900,2015-01-11T03:51:00,Caribica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=23099362#p23099362"">wrote</a>:</cite>""President Palma.""<br/><br/>Shadi's ghostly body materialised in President Palma's room, the darkness of the night retreating from the Millennium Key's light. ""As you know, the demons have gained a foothold in the world already. Our last bastion of hope, Iceland, has fallen.""<br/><br/>He paused for a moment, continuing, ""Now, I have two things to say to you. Firstly, Commander Natal is returning. I have entrusted him with a Millennium Item, which he will pass to you. Guard it with everything you have- it must not fall into the hands of the Dark Masters.""<br/><br/>""Secondly, I have taken back the city of Copenhagen and fortified it. I should like you to know that our resistance will be amassing there. As my power in this world is limited (I am only a spirit, after all), I will need all the help available to stop the Arch Demon's reckless advancement. Will you help our resistance?""</div></blockquote><br/>He smiled and said, ""Of course I'll help you I'm not heartless. As for this millennium item, what is it? And how do I use it? And I'm also a democratically elected, leader, not a monarch, once my terms are up I'm just some backwater Caribican plantador and former general with no political power except maybe having the privelige of speaking before congress once in a while."""
5476,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=900,2015-01-11T04:13:00,Bunkeranlage,"""If we do not act soon, we will not have a Caribica at all"", Shadi warned. He paused, allowing his words to sink in, before continuing, ""The Millennium Eye is an artefact that allows you to see beyond our world. It can reach the deep recesses of the human mind, and can extract whatever you wish. Be warned though. Many undeserving people have put it into their face, only to fall into madness. I am confident you are able to handle its power; However, be warned. Unlike the other Items, ownership of the Eye is irreversible; Once you put it on, you cannot take it out again. You do not need to take on this commitment if you do not wish."""
5477,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=900,2015-01-11T04:57:00,Caribica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=23099470#p23099470"">wrote</a>:</cite>""If we do not act soon, we will not have a Caribica at all"", Shadi warned. He paused, allowing his words to sink in, before continuing, ""The Millennium Eye is an artefact that allows you to see beyond our world. It can reach the deep recesses of the human mind, and can extract whatever you wish. Be warned though. Many undeserving people have put it into their face, only to fall into madness. I am confident you are able to handle its power; However, be warned. Unlike the other Items, ownership of the Eye is irreversible; Once you put it on, you cannot take it out again. You do not need to take on this commitment if you do not wish.""</div></blockquote><br/>""I am in my early forties here, if I take on the millennium eye then when I die my family will be torn apart, my two children are adopted so there will undoubtedly a dispute between them and their cousins over who gets the eye, Natal however is bound by family tradition and can ensure the eye remains in good hands for all eternity, I shall entrust it to him, in the meantime. I believe I have some writing to do to my ministers."" He said as he sent an order to the ministers of defense and the economy to resume wartime production for an invasion of Europe."
5478,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=925,2015-01-11T06:27:00,Caribica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Caribica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=23099680#p23099680"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=23099470#p23099470"">wrote</a>:</cite>""If we do not act soon, we will not have a Caribica at all"", Shadi warned. He paused, allowing his words to sink in, before continuing, ""The Millennium Eye is an artefact that allows you to see beyond our world. It can reach the deep recesses of the human mind, and can extract whatever you wish. Be warned though. Many undeserving people have put it into their face, only to fall into madness. I am confident you are able to handle its power; However, be warned. Unlike the other Items, ownership of the Eye is irreversible; Once you put it on, you cannot take it out again. You do not need to take on this commitment if you do not wish.""</div></blockquote><br/>""I am in my early forties here, if I take on the millennium eye then when I die my family will be torn apart, my two children are adopted so there will undoubtedly a dispute between them and their cousins over who gets the eye, Natal however is bound by family tradition and can ensure the eye remains in good hands for all eternity, I shall entrust it to him, in the meantime. I believe I have some writing to do to my ministers."" He said as he sent an order to the ministers of defense and the economy to resume wartime production for an invasion of Europe.</div></blockquote><br/>""I would also like you to act as a messenger between myself and the resistance, I fear that the telegram lines are no longer safe and can be easily tapped."
5479,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=925,2015-01-11T10:05:00,Slenderman The CreepyPasta King,"<blockquote><div><cite>Caribica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=23099680#p23099680"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=23099470#p23099470"">wrote</a>:</cite>""If we do not act soon, we will not have a Caribica at all"", Shadi warned. He paused, allowing his words to sink in, before continuing, ""The Millennium Eye is an artefact that allows you to see beyond our world. It can reach the deep recesses of the human mind, and can extract whatever you wish. Be warned though. Many undeserving people have put it into their face, only to fall into madness. I am confident you are able to handle its power; However, be warned. Unlike the other Items, ownership of the Eye is irreversible; Once you put it on, you cannot take it out again. You do not need to take on this commitment if you do not wish.""</div></blockquote><br/>""I am in my early forties here, if I take on the millennium eye then when I die my family will be torn apart, my two children are adopted so there will undoubtedly a dispute between them and their cousins over who gets the eye, Natal however is bound by family tradition and can ensure the eye remains in good hands for all eternity, I shall entrust it to him, in the meantime. I believe I have some writing to do to my ministers."" He said as he sent an order to the ministers of defense and the economy to resume wartime production for an invasion of Europe.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Akoolomonch received the message about iceland and sighed. ""By the dread wolf, if this keeps up I won't be able to even reach the archdemon."" then the warden had an idea. He could do what an older warden did during the fifth blight. Jump onto the archdemon and start slashing. But hold onto him until he landed. Though he had to get to a high area with the archdemon heading towards the area, the archdemon also had to be lower than him.<br/><br/>Flemeth in the mean time saw that this was a loosing fight and took off to a city not blighted or controlled by the DRE. (it's Copenhagen right?)"
5480,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=925,2015-01-12T02:41:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote><div><cite>Caribica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=23100099#p23100099"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I would also like you to act as a messenger between myself and the resistance, I fear that the telegram lines are no longer safe and can be easily tapped.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Shadi folded his arms. ""That is possible"", he replied grimly. ""Telegram lines are likely tapped by the Demons. If I go, however, I should be able to pass on messages with relative ease. I can defend myself with my Millennium Items.""<br/><br/>He turned around, preparing to leave. ""One more thing; should times become hard for you and your nation (God forbid), I should like to let you know that Copenhagen will always be open for you and your men."""
5481,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=925,2015-01-12T02:43:00,Caribica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=23109891#p23109891"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Caribica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=23100099#p23100099"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I would also like you to act as a messenger between myself and the resistance, I fear that the telegram lines are no longer safe and can be easily tapped.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Shadi folded his arms. ""That is possible"", he replied grimly. ""Telegram lines are likely tapped by the Demons. If I go, however, I should be able to pass on messages with relative ease. I can defend myself with my Millennium Items.""<br/><br/>He turned around, preparing to leave. ""One more thing; should times become hard for you and your nation (God forbid), I should like to let you know that Copenhagen will always be open for you and your men.""</div></blockquote><br/>""And one more thing, how might I summon you?"" Palma asked."
5482,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=925,2015-01-12T02:55:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote><div><cite>Caribica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=23109894#p23109894"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=23109891#p23109891"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Shadi folded his arms. ""That is possible"", he replied grimly. ""Telegram lines are likely tapped by the Demons. If I go, however, I should be able to pass on messages with relative ease. I can defend myself with my Millennium Items.""<br/><br/>He turned around, preparing to leave. ""One more thing; should times become hard for you and your nation (God forbid), I should like to let you know that Copenhagen will always be open for you and your men.""</div></blockquote><br/>""And one more thing, how might I summon you?"" Palma asked.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""I will appear as needed.""<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>Demons marched triumphantly through the streets of Reykjavík, which were now razed completely to the ground. A mindless orgy was taking place throughout the once proud city. Bodies of civilians and soldiers alike were dug out of the rubble and eaten remorselessly, while the remaining survivors were thrown into the ocean for the sport of the fish in the sea.<br/><br/>A pale dragon of a mongrel breed, its pulsating wing veins visible in the harsh noon light, landed on the courtyard of the palace. A black demon dismounted, snarling and drooling. It was the same demon Elsa's party had encountered in Munitions Forge. The Millennium Necklace was still clamped tightly around his neck, and his stumps now had axes driven into them.<br/><br/>He was unable to see into the future with the Necklace, being a demon and not a human. Antichtion's decision to put it with him was more for safekeeping than anything else. That was fortunate for the humans and good dragons, for if they could see into the future, the world would no doubt be in much worse shape.<br/><br/>In fact, that was exactly what the demons had planned right from the start..."
5483,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=925,2015-01-12T03:22:00,Caribica,"Commodore Natal stood on the bridge of the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Fraternidad</span>observing the Caribican shoreline as the fleet steamed into San Esperito Harbor. He knew what had to be done and went to Akoolomonch's cabin, he entered and said, ""Mr. Akoolomonch, we've arrived at San Esperito. You'll be staying in a suite at the Presidents Estate which is just a train ride out of town, I'll have you meet him first.""<br/><br/>A few minutes later the fleet was docked and Akoolomonch and Natal took a buggy to the Ministry where Palma was to meet them. As they met Palma in the reception he first spoke with Natal shaking his hand. ""I believe a certain ghostly figure has entrusted you with a ""millennium eye""?"" ""Ye- how did you know?"" Natal replied, ""I too was confronted by him, and I believe you may keep it, but be warned, in order for its power to be harnessed it must replace one of your eyes, but if you can bear the pain it will grant you the power to read minds and trap people's consciousness's."" Palma answered, ""In the meantime, I'm planning something big, and I want a man with a millennium object at the head of it."" he said, ""What is this plan of yours?"" Natal asked, ""That can wait until we get to somewhere more private."" With that Palma turned to Akoolomonch, offered him his hand and said, ""Mr. Akoolomonch! I've heard so much about you in the last few weeks, care to tell me a bit about yourself?"""
5484,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=925,2015-01-12T14:12:00,Slenderman The CreepyPasta King,"<blockquote><div><cite>Caribica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=23109987#p23109987"">wrote</a>:</cite>Commodore Natal stood on the bridge of the <span style=""font-style: italic"">Fraternidad</span> observing the Caribican shoreline as the fleet steamed into San Esperito Harbor. He knew what had to be done and went to Akoolomonch's cabin, he entered and said, ""Mr. Akoolomonch, we've arrived at San Esperito. You'll be staying in a suite at the Presidents Estate which is just a train ride out of town, I'll have you meet him first.""<br/><br/>A few minutes later the fleet was docked and Akoolomonch and Natal took a buggy to the Ministry where Palma was to meet them. As they met Palma in the reception he first spoke with Natal shaking his hand. ""I believe a certain ghostly figure has entrusted you with a ""millennium eye""?"" ""Ye- how did you know?"" Natal replied, ""I too was confronted by him, and I believe you may keep it, but be warned, in order for its power to be harnessed it must replace one of your eyes, but if you can bear the pain it will grant you the power to read minds and trap people's consciousness's."" Palma answered, ""In the meantime, I'm planning something big, and I want a man with a millennium object at the head of it."" he said, ""What is this plan of yours?"" Natal asked, ""That can wait until we get to somewhere more private."" With that Palma turned to Akoolomonch, offered him his hand and said, ""Mr. Akoolomonch! I've heard so much about you in the last few weeks, care to tell me a bit about yourself?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""well for one, i'm an elf, from the dalish clan Marithari. I am warden commander of my order in ferelden, and i slayed the previous archdemon, now, before you say anything, i only survived by doing a ritual the night before and I am not going into detail."" he explained, talking about the night with morrigan and how they made a baby that trapped the archdemon Urthemiel's soul in it. Akoolomonch's ears were burning as he was blushing."
5485,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=925,2015-01-12T15:46:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><div align=""center"">DECLARATION OF WAR<br/>TA'JÛКЛEN QAШ KAЗOÏþHA</div></span><br/><br/>This is an official declaration of conflict between the Dragon Realms Protectorate of Iceland and the Resistance Movement of Europe/Caribica.<br/><br/>We urge all of you to stand down immediately. Our demon forces outnumber you an approximate of 45 to 1. In a situation of battle, it would end with every single one of you dead, for we do not leave enemies. <br/><br/>Consider this an ultimatum to the Free World. If you surrender now, the majority of you will get to live, albeit in slavery. <br/><br/>Kôtajoп 3ohjovjajthńr<br/><br/>Commissar, Demon Legion XVII<br/><br/>PS: President Tomas Palma, I will say this once; If you wish to keep your nation intact, do not intervene in any of the conflicts in Europe. Withdraw all your troops to Caribica and/or Caribican colonies within the next one month. Failure to comply will result in invasion, naval and aerial.</blockquote>"
5486,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=925,2015-01-12T16:03:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=23115764#p23115764"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><div align=""center"">DECLARATION OF WAR<br/>TA'JÛКЛEN QAШ KAЗOÏþHA</div></span><br/><br/>This is an official declaration of conflict between the Dragon Realms Protectorate of Iceland and the Resistance Movement of Europe/Caribica.<br/><br/>We urge all of you to stand down immediately. Our demon forces outnumber you an approximate of 45 to 1. In a situation of battle, it would end with every single one of you dead, for we do not leave enemies. <br/><br/>Consider this an ultimatum to the Free World. If you surrender now, the majority of you will get to live, albeit in slavery. <br/><br/>Kôtajoп 3ohjovjajthńr<br/><br/>Commissar, Demon Legion XVII<br/><br/>PS: President Tomas Palma, I will say this once; If you wish to keep your nation intact, do not intervene in any of the conflicts in Europe. Withdraw all your troops to Caribica and/or Caribican colonies within the next one month. Failure to comply will result in invasion, naval and aerial.</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/>OOC: Did you respond to the fact the Cynder is in Concurrent SKies yet?"
5487,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=925,2015-01-12T16:04:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Dragon Realms Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=23115993#p23115993"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=23115764#p23115764"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><div align=""center"">DECLARATION OF WAR<br/>TA'JÛКЛEN QAШ KAЗOÏþHA</div></span><br/><br/>This is an official declaration of conflict between the Dragon Realms Protectorate of Iceland and the Resistance Movement of Europe/Caribica.<br/><br/>We urge all of you to stand down immediately. Our demon forces outnumber you an approximate of 45 to 1. In a situation of battle, it would end with every single one of you dead, for we do not leave enemies. <br/><br/>Consider this an ultimatum to the Free World. If you surrender now, the majority of you will get to live, albeit in slavery. <br/><br/>Kôtajoп 3ohjovjajthńr<br/><br/>Commissar, Demon Legion XVII<br/><br/>PS: President Tomas Palma, I will say this once; If you wish to keep your nation intact, do not intervene in any of the conflicts in Europe. Withdraw all your troops to Caribica and/or Caribican colonies within the next one month. Failure to comply will result in invasion, naval and aerial.</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/>OOC: Did you respond to the fact the Cynder is in Concurrent SKies yet?</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC: I will, soon. I'm thinking of a way to weave my new NPCs into the story."
5488,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=925,2015-01-12T16:08:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=23116015#p23116015"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Dragon Realms Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=23115993#p23115993"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: Did you respond to the fact the Cynder is in Concurrent SKies yet?</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC: I will, soon. I'm thinking of a way to weave my new NPCs into the story.</div></blockquote><br/>Do you mind putting the start of it off to the weekend, My brain is currently focused on other things at the moment and it's hard enough to make a good quality post when I am focused on rp."
5489,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=925,2015-01-12T16:12:00,Caribica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=23115764#p23115764"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><div align=""center"">DECLARATION OF WAR<br/>TA'JÛКЛEN QAШ KAЗOÏþHA</div></span><br/><br/>This is an official declaration of conflict between the Dragon Realms Protectorate of Iceland and the Resistance Movement of Europe/Caribica.<br/><br/>We urge all of you to stand down immediately. Our demon forces outnumber you an approximate of 45 to 1. In a situation of battle, it would end with every single one of you dead, for we do not leave enemies. <br/><br/>Consider this an ultimatum to the Free World. If you surrender now, the majority of you will get to live, albeit in slavery. <br/><br/>Kôtajoп 3ohjovjajthńr<br/><br/>Commissar, Demon Legion XVII<br/><br/>PS: President Tomas Palma, I will say this once; If you wish to keep your nation intact, do not intervene in any of the conflicts in Europe. Withdraw all your troops to Caribica and/or Caribican colonies within the next one month. Failure to comply will result in invasion, naval and aerial.</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Commissar of the demon legion,<br/>Your offers are generous, survival in exchange for isolation, but I must decline, I believe I can say this for all of my countrymen and members of the resistance, that we would rather die on our feet than live on our knees.<br/>-Palma</blockquote>"
5490,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=925,2015-01-12T16:17:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Dragon Realms Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=23116064#p23116064"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=23116015#p23116015"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>OOC: I will, soon. I'm thinking of a way to weave my new NPCs into the story.</div></blockquote><br/>Do you mind putting the start of it off to the weekend, My brain is currently focused on other things at the moment and it's hard enough to make a good quality post when I am focused on rp.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC: Okay.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Caribica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=23116120#p23116120"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=23115764#p23115764"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><div align=""center"">DECLARATION OF WAR<br/>TA'JÛКЛEN QAШ KAЗOÏþHA</div></span><br/><br/>This is an official declaration of conflict between the Dragon Realms Protectorate of Iceland and the Resistance Movement of Europe/Caribica.<br/><br/>We urge all of you to stand down immediately. Our demon forces outnumber you an approximate of 45 to 1. In a situation of battle, it would end with every single one of you dead, for we do not leave enemies. <br/><br/>Consider this an ultimatum to the Free World. If you surrender now, the majority of you will get to live, albeit in slavery. <br/><br/>Kôtajoп 3ohjovjajthńr<br/><br/>Commissar, Demon Legion XVII<br/><br/>PS: President Tomas Palma, I will say this once; If you wish to keep your nation intact, do not intervene in any of the conflicts in Europe. Withdraw all your troops to Caribica and/or Caribican colonies within the next one month. Failure to comply will result in invasion, naval and aerial.</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Commissar of the demon legion,<br/>Your offers are generous, survival in exchange for isolation, but I must decline, I believe I can say this for all of my countrymen and members of the resistance, that we would rather die on our feet than live on our knees.<br/>-Palma</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Palma, <br/><br/>In that case, we will have no choice but to invade you. Expect a force to come in the same amount of time you were given to comply.<br/><br/>- Demon Commissar</blockquote>"
5491,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=925,2015-01-12T16:33:00,Caribica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Slenderman The CreepyPasta King <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=23114694#p23114694"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Caribica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=23109987#p23109987"">wrote</a>:</cite>Commodore Natal stood on the bridge of the <span style=""font-style: italic"">Fraternidad</span> observing the Caribican shoreline as the fleet steamed into San Esperito Harbor. He knew what had to be done and went to Akoolomonch's cabin, he entered and said, ""Mr. Akoolomonch, we've arrived at San Esperito. You'll be staying in a suite at the Presidents Estate which is just a train ride out of town, I'll have you meet him first.""<br/><br/>A few minutes later the fleet was docked and Akoolomonch and Natal took a buggy to the Ministry where Palma was to meet them. As they met Palma in the reception he first spoke with Natal shaking his hand. ""I believe a certain ghostly figure has entrusted you with a ""millennium eye""?"" ""Ye- how did you know?"" Natal replied, ""I too was confronted by him, and I believe you may keep it, but be warned, in order for its power to be harnessed it must replace one of your eyes, but if you can bear the pain it will grant you the power to read minds and trap people's consciousness's."" Palma answered, ""In the meantime, I'm planning something big, and I want a man with a millennium object at the head of it."" he said, ""What is this plan of yours?"" Natal asked, ""That can wait until we get to somewhere more private."" With that Palma turned to Akoolomonch, offered him his hand and said, ""Mr. Akoolomonch! I've heard so much about you in the last few weeks, care to tell me a bit about yourself?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""well for one, i'm an elf, from the dalish clan Marithari. I am warden commander of my order in ferelden, and i slayed the previous archdemon, now, before you say anything, i only survived by doing a ritual the night before and I am not going into detail."" he explained, talking about the night with morrigan and how they made a baby that trapped the archdemon Urthemiel's soul in it. Akoolomonch's ears were burning as he was blushing.</div></blockquote><br/>""Alright, I did not need to know that"" Palma replied, ""Train leaves in 2 hours, Natal I'm trusting you to escort Mr. Akoolomonch there, actually you know what? It's Colonel Akoolomonch."" He said before leaving to the war room. The minister of defense and several generals and admirals were already gathered around a map of Europe. ""Alright, what have we got?"" Palma questioned, The minister of defense replied, ""In two weeks we will have 75,000 men and 90 warships ready to invade Portugal sir, I recommend we contact the resistance in Copenhagen and ask them to provide a distraction for us."" ""Excellent, I have I private messenger I will ask to deliver the message. In the meantime I want a certain Commodore Natal promoted to admiral and put at the head of the invasion."" Palma said leaving the room just as several decorated admirals began to protest.<br/>Natal escorted Akoolomonch to the train station, on the platform and said to him, ""This is where I leave you Colonel, there are some servants at the manor who speak your language, you should be able to talk to them, in the meantime I want you to have them teach you to speak basic Spanish and use a rifle, good day."" He said saluting him."
5492,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=925,2015-01-12T19:11:00,Slenderman The CreepyPasta King,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">commishiner of the darkspawn army, sense the archdemon, in all likelyhood knows im in this dimension as well, I have no problem telling you that once I slay the archdemon, you'll loose the majority of your army to them breaking into tribes and fighting each other.<br/><br/>-warden commander akoolomonch</blockquote><br/><br/>he sent the telegram and declined the rifle training as he was already a master with his sword, plus he and blightblood have been wielder and sword ever since the beginning of his grey warden career. Plus it was the sword he slayed Urthemel the archdemon with."
5493,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=925,2015-01-13T05:21:00,Caribica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=23116207#p23116207"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Dragon Realms Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=23116064#p23116064"">wrote</a>:</cite>Do you mind putting the start of it off to the weekend, My brain is currently focused on other things at the moment and it's hard enough to make a good quality post when I am focused on rp.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC: Okay.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Caribica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=23116120#p23116120"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Commissar of the demon legion,<br/>Your offers are generous, survival in exchange for isolation, but I must decline, I believe I can say this for all of my countrymen and members of the resistance, that we would rather die on our feet than live on our knees.<br/>-Palma</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Palma, <br/><br/>In that case, we will have no choice but to invade you. Expect a force to come in the same amount of time you were given to comply.<br/><br/>- Demon Commissar</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/>After reading the letter Palma exhaled heavily and said to his secretary, ""Tell the minister of defense I want the invasion delayed, top priority now is defense of our nation, we cannot take the fight to them until we have won the fight at home, I want drills across the nation, call up the militia, I want Congress to vote on initiating the draft and boosting military spending to 70%, we can't take any chances."" His secretary then went off to the Ministry of Defense to inform the Minister."
5494,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=925,2015-01-13T05:50:00,Bunkeranlage,"""Ha! Ha! Ha! Ha! Ha!""<br/><br/>The demon commissars gathered in a makeshift office in occupied Reykjavík, huddled around a telegraph machine and a map. The Caribicans had taken their bait, and refused to stand down. Now, all that was left was to threaten them with a few scattered invasions here and there, along with a blockade of their trade routes. Coupled together, the Caribbean Jewel would fall.<br/><br/>Within a few days, demon ships billowed out of Reykjavík's captured port, hordes of filthy, unhygienic orcs and monstrosities crowding the ships to the brim. The 150 strong demon fleet was led by the 110 gunner<span style=""font-style: italic"">Mutilated Countenance</span>, which was commanded by Demon Commissar Kôtajoп 3ohjovjajthńr, the one entrusted with the safekeeping of the Millennium Necklace.<br/><br/>While the ships made their way to the Caribbean Sea, fallen dragons flew out of Iceland's razed capital, hunting down the last remnants of the Guards of the Wilderwest and exterminating them. The Guards, despite being expertly trained in aerial as well as ground combat, were no match for the sheer numbers and ruthless brutality of the dark spawn of the Different Dimension.<br/><br/>""Soon, the darkness will spread like a cancer, and Dimension 1 will be engulfed in the Divine Shadow! Ha! Ha! Ha!"""
5495,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=925,2015-01-13T06:06:00,Slenderman The CreepyPasta King,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=23121588#p23121588"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Ha! Ha! Ha! Ha! Ha!""<br/><br/>The demon commissars gathered in a makeshift office in occupied Reykjavík, huddled around a telegraph machine and a map. The Caribicans had taken their bait, and refused to stand down. Now, all that was left was to threaten them with a few scattered invasions here and there, along with a blockade of their trade routes. Coupled together, the Caribbean Jewel would fall.<br/><br/>Within a few days, demon ships billowed out of Reykjavík's captured port, hordes of filthy, unhygienic orcs and monstrosities crowding the ships to the brim. The 150 strong demon fleet was led by the 110 gunner <span style=""font-style: italic"">Mutilated Countenance</span>, which was commanded by Demon Commissar Kôtajoп 3ohjovjajthńr, the one entrusted with the safekeeping of the Millennium Necklace. <br/><br/>While the ships made their way to the Caribbean Sea, fallen dragons flew out of Iceland's razed capital, hunting down the last remnants of the Guards of the Wilderwest and exterminating them. The Guards, despite being expertly trained in aerial as well as ground combat, were no match for the sheer numbers and ruthless brutality of the dark spawn of the Different Dimension.<br/><br/>""Soon, the darkness will spread like a cancer, and Dimension 1 will be engulfed in the Divine Shadow! Ha! Ha! Ha!""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>When the ships reached the Caribbean sea he sensed the dark spawn, and he told Palma that the darkspawn were nearing Caribica and offered to share the secrets of the joining with him. Sadly, people here couldn't do the joining because it required a mixture of darkspawn and archdemon blood, but he would fight until he died to protect the places still opposing the archdemon, Malefor and Antitichok. (I DONT KNOW HOW TO SPELL THE FATHER'S NAME)<br/><br/>Flemeth in the meantime was biding her time until it was time for her to help. And when it was she would rein fire down on the darkspawn."
5496,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=925,2015-01-13T06:33:00,Bunkeranlage,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Copenhagen</span></span><br/><br/>2247 hours<br/><br/>All was silent in the recently recaptured city of Copenhagen, the former trade hub of the now defunct Critellardon Empire. Despite the fact that many of the buildings had been destroyed during the first few demon onslaughts, the city was still barely inhabitable on the outskirts. The central areas were more so, for Shadi had prepared a military base for the Resistance Forces to command their troops in the event of a total demon takeover. With him was the Reverend Jayden Shaw, a chaplain from the (also defunct) Kingdom of Arendelle in the North, as well as 72 surviving Icelandic soldiers from either the Wilderwest Guards or the port authorities.<br/><br/>Rev. Shaw had joined the Resistance after he learned of Anna's corruption by the perfidious minister, Kai Húlten. It horrified the old pastor how a fine young lady with such a pure heart and personality could so easily succumb to the powers of darkness. It must have been that accursed Millennium Ring, he reasoned. After the self-proclaimed Shadow Magus got his dirty hands on it, he must have been able to conceal part of his wicked personality within the Ring, and then corrupting Anna while she was mentally and spiritually weak, perhaps when intoxicated.<br/><br/>As he sat in the balcony of the city hall, overseeing the military preparations by the few men that had already joined them, he could not help but feel a pang of sadness. The formerly glorious empires and kingdoms of the world, now reduced to rubble at the hands of those who had no right over it. Perhaps it was the Almighty who had allowed this? Had humanity gone astray? Maybe this was his way of turning them back to him.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">After all, if God spoiled us with luxuries all the time, we would eventually forget him.</span><br/><br/>His musings were interrupted by the sound of a cantering horse. Standing up and looking over the balcony, he saw one of the Guards of the Wilderwest riding through the gates of the inner city on a black horse, a frantic expression on his face.<br/><br/>""Reverend! There's a demon landing fleet headed our way! Around 1,000 demon soldiers!""<br/><br/>The pastor dashed down to meet the man, who was panting for breath (along with the horse). ""Tell the others to get ready! We cannot allow the city to fall at all costs!"" Drawing a rapier, Rev. Jayden Shaw climbed onto another horse, following the man to the outer battlements of the city. ""It's too dangerous to engage them here- we'll have to fight them at the port as well. 50 men, follow me out to the port. The rest, stay here and make sure nobody enters!"" With only one gate, the task, while difficult, was not unachievable.<br/><br/>As the 51 men stood at the makeshift fortifications by the port (mostly sandbags, shrubs and the remnants of brick walls), the pastor looked dead on. A fleet of black ships was rapidly approaching, the torn sails fluttering in the wind of the night. Some of the men were armed with muskets and pistols, others with crossbows. A few were manning the remaining 12 cannons along the barricades. With only three dragons (two Nadders and a Smothering Smokebreath), most of the men had to use horses or go on foot.<br/><br/>""It appears they're coming back.""<br/><br/>Shadi had appeared, standing next to Rev. Shaw's horse, a long golden sabre in one hand and the Millennium Key in the other. ""I'm not going to allow all our combined hard work go to waste. We're going to repel these demons!"" The Key glowed in Shadi's hand as the first of the demon hordes landed on the beaches of Copenhaen, only to be blown away by cannon fire from the barricade. As the surviving ones struggled to get up, Shadi raised his Key high in the air. Golden beams of light rained down upon the demons, blinding them and throwing them into utter chaos. Rev. Shaw, taking advantage of the diversion, pointed his blade at them, the Guards of the Wilderwest sending a volley of bullets upon the demons. As the first of the invaders fell, the second wave showed up, only to be burned from overhead by the riders of the three dragons. The Smokebreath's rider took him further out to sea, where he fired upon one of the landing craft, setting off the gunpowder in the craft and killing 80 demons in one swift move.<br/><br/>Despite their head start, the demons outnumbered the humans grossly. Eventually, they managed to get up to the barricades. At this point, the men dropped their firearms, drawing swords, maces, javelins and axes. They fought back against the demons, keeping them off quite well, as many of the men were on horseback. Shadi used his Key to enter the mind of one of the demons, controlling him from the inside and turning the brainwashed body against his own comrades further down the beach.<br/><br/>All this carried on for hours, with few casualties on either side in proportion to their numbers. Following the death of the brainwashed demon, Shadi hung the Key back around his neck, taking the golden sabre and fighting hand to hand. Jayden Shaw had jumped off his horse to let a wounded man return to the inner city. Now on foot, the pastor took a second sword from a fallen Guard, cutting down demons as he went along.<br/><br/>Demons, however, were much harder to kill than humans, and the men soon became exhausted. Despite having killed off more than half the enemy with their superior ranged power, they were still being repelled. 74 men were never meant to be able to hold a city just like that.<br/><br/>""Reverend Shaw!"" Shadi cried out, climbing onto a horse. ""I'm going to fetch the Millennium Scales- Remain here and make absolutely certain they don't breach our outer defences!"""
5497,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=925,2015-01-13T06:40:00,Bunkeranlage,"Demon forces had already reached Caribica. As there were a few scattered ships around the Caribbean region, Commissar 3ohjovjajthńr ordered them to head directly for the nearest Caribican port.<br/><br/>In the wee hours of the morning, six frigates entered Caribican sea space, ruthlessly sinking merchant and military vessels alike. As they headed for the Caribican port, dark dragons flew overhead, raining bolts of black fire upon the unsuspecting Caribican vessels below.<br/><br/>In no time, the flotilla, accompanied by its corrupted dragon air force, reached the port, battering the walls and jetties with cannon fire and dragon bolts."
5498,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=925,2015-01-13T06:44:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">President Tomas Palma, PM K. J. Johannesen,<br/><br/>As the two of your nations are the only free nations left in the world, I do sincerely seek aid from you in this time of trouble. <br/><br/>Shadi is building a resistance force here in Copenhagen, and we would like to ask you to send men here to aid us, if you're not coming down on your own.<br/><br/>- Peter Hegel<br/><br/>Corporal, Guards of the Wilderwest<br/>On behalf of Reverend Jayden Shaw, assistant commander of the Resistance</blockquote>"
5499,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=925,2015-01-13T06:51:00,Caribica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Slenderman The CreepyPasta King <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=23121648#p23121648"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=23121588#p23121588"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Ha! Ha! Ha! Ha! Ha!""<br/><br/>The demon commissars gathered in a makeshift office in occupied Reykjavík, huddled around a telegraph machine and a map. The Caribicans had taken their bait, and refused to stand down. Now, all that was left was to threaten them with a few scattered invasions here and there, along with a blockade of their trade routes. Coupled together, the Caribbean Jewel would fall.<br/><br/>Within a few days, demon ships billowed out of Reykjavík's captured port, hordes of filthy, unhygienic orcs and monstrosities crowding the ships to the brim. The 150 strong demon fleet was led by the 110 gunner <span style=""font-style: italic"">Mutilated Countenance</span>, which was commanded by Demon Commissar Kôtajoп 3ohjovjajthńr, the one entrusted with the safekeeping of the Millennium Necklace. <br/><br/>While the ships made their way to the Caribbean Sea, fallen dragons flew out of Iceland's razed capital, hunting down the last remnants of the Guards of the Wilderwest and exterminating them. The Guards, despite being expertly trained in aerial as well as ground combat, were no match for the sheer numbers and ruthless brutality of the dark spawn of the Different Dimension.<br/><br/>""Soon, the darkness will spread like a cancer, and Dimension 1 will be engulfed in the Divine Shadow! Ha! Ha! Ha!""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>When the ships reached the Caribbean sea he sensed the dark spawn, and he told Palma that the darkspawn were nearing Caribica and offered to share the secrets of the joining with him. Sadly, people here couldn't do the joining because it required a mixture of darkspawn and archdemon blood, but he would fight until he died to protect the places still opposing the archdemon, Malefor and Antitichok. (I DONT KNOW HOW TO SPELL THE FATHER'S NAME)<br/><br/>Flemeth in the meantime was biding her time until it was time for her to help. And when it was she would rein fire down on the darkspawn.</div></blockquote><br/>""Thank you for informing me of this, but tell me about this joining later. I need to telegram the Minister of Defense."" Palma said befor going to his office."
5500,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=925,2015-01-13T06:55:00,Caribica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=23121829#p23121829"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">President Tomas Palma, PM K. J. Johannesen,<br/><br/>As the two of your nations are the only free nations left in the world, I do sincerely seek aid from you in this time of trouble. <br/><br/>Shadi is building a resistance force here in Copenhagen, and we would like to ask you to send men here to aid us, if you're not coming down on your own.<br/><br/>- Peter Hegel<br/><br/>Corporal, Guards of the Wilderwest<br/>On behalf of Reverend Jayden Shaw, assistant commander of the Resistance</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Hegel,<br/>I offer my most sincere apologies but we are currently tied down in a demon invasion of our island.<br/>-Palma</blockquote>"
5501,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=925,2015-01-13T06:55:00,Slenderman The CreepyPasta King,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=23121795#p23121795"">wrote</a>:</cite>Demon forces had already reached Caribica. As there were a few scattered ships around the Caribbean region, Commissar 3ohjovjajthńr ordered them to head directly for the nearest Caribican port. <br/><br/>In the wee hours of the morning, six frigates entered Caribican sea space, ruthlessly sinking merchant and military vessels alike. As they headed for the Caribican port, dark dragons flew overhead, raining bolts of black fire upon the unsuspecting Caribican vessels below.<br/><br/>In no time, the flotilla, accompanied by its corrupted dragon air force, reached the port, battering the walls and jetties with cannon fire and dragon bolts.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Akoolomonch cut down the darkspawn forces that were on the land, that's when he saw the dragons. ""By the dread wolf, that's not possible,"" Akoolomonch said when he saw the dragons, luckily he couldn't sense any taint in the dragons so they weren't archdemons. Sadly more and more darkspawn pored out, all of them being cut down in one blow. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">this is easy, too easy, if they're holding back thir more powerful troops then they are somehow smarter in this dimension than back home.</span>"" he thought.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=23121748#p23121748"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Copenhagen</span></span><br/><br/>2247 hours<br/><br/>All was silent in the recently recaptured city of Copenhagen, the former trade hub of the now defunct Critellardon Empire. Despite the fact that many of the buildings had been destroyed during the first few demon onslaughts, the city was still barely inhabitable on the outskirts. The central areas were more so, for Shadi had prepared a military base for the Resistance Forces to command their troops in the event of a total demon takeover. With him was the Reverend Jayden Shaw, a chaplain from the (also defunct) Kingdom of Arendelle in the North, as well as 72 surviving Icelandic soldiers from either the Wilderwest Guards or the port authorities.<br/><br/>Rev. Shaw had joined the Resistance after he learned of Anna's corruption by the perfidious minister, Kai Húlten. It horrified the old pastor how a fine young lady with such a pure heart and personality could so easily succumb to the powers of darkness. It must have been that accursed Millennium Ring, he reasoned. After the self-proclaimed Shadow Magus got his dirty hands on it, he must have been able to conceal part of his wicked personality within the Ring, and then corrupting Anna while she was mentally and spiritually weak, perhaps when intoxicated. <br/><br/>As he sat in the balcony of the city hall, overseeing the military preparations by the few men that had already joined them, he could not help but feel a pang of sadness. The formerly glorious empires and kingdoms of the world, now reduced to rubble at the hands of those who had no right over it. Perhaps it was the Almighty who had allowed this? Had humanity gone astray? Maybe this was his way of turning them back to him.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">After all, if God spoiled us with luxuries all the time, we would eventually forget him.</span><br/><br/>His musings were interrupted by the sound of a cantering horse. Standing up and looking over the balcony, he saw one of the Guards of the Wilderwest riding through the gates of the inner city on a black horse, a frantic expression on his face. <br/><br/>""Reverend! There's a demon landing fleet headed our way! Around 1,000 demon soldiers!"" <br/><br/>The pastor dashed down to meet the man, who was panting for breath (along with the horse). ""Tell the others to get ready! We cannot allow the city to fall at all costs!"" Drawing a rapier, Rev. Jayden Shaw climbed onto another horse, following the man to the outer battlements of the city. ""It's too dangerous to engage them here- we'll have to fight them at the port as well. 50 men, follow me out to the port. The rest, stay here and make sure nobody enters!"" With only one gate, the task, while difficult, was not unachievable.<br/><br/>As the 51 men stood at the makeshift fortifications by the port (mostly sandbags, shrubs and the remnants of brick walls), the pastor looked dead on. A fleet of black ships was rapidly approaching, the torn sails fluttering in the wind of the night. Some of the men were armed with muskets and pistols, others with crossbows. A few were manning the remaining 12 cannons along the barricades. With only three dragons (two Nadders and a Smothering Smokebreath), most of the men had to use horses or go on foot.<br/><br/>""It appears they're coming back."" <br/><br/>Shadi had appeared, standing next to Rev. Shaw's horse, a long golden sabre in one hand and the Millennium Key in the other. ""I'm not going to allow all our combined hard work go to waste. We're going to repel these demons!"" The Key glowed in Shadi's hand as the first of the demon hordes landed on the beaches of Copenhaen, only to be blown away by cannon fire from the barricade. As the surviving ones struggled to get up, Shadi raised his Key high in the air. Golden beams of light rained down upon the demons, blinding them and throwing them into utter chaos. Rev. Shaw, taking advantage of the diversion, pointed his blade at them, the Guards of the Wilderwest sending a volley of bullets upon the demons. As the first of the invaders fell, the second wave showed up, only to be burned from overhead by the riders of the three dragons. The Smokebreath's rider took him further out to sea, where he fired upon one of the landing craft, setting off the gunpowder in the craft and killing 80 demons in one swift move. <br/><br/>Despite their head start, the demons outnumbered the humans grossly. Eventually, they managed to get up to the barricades. At this point, the men dropped their firearms, drawing swords, maces, javelins and axes. They fought back against the demons, keeping them off quite well, as many of the men were on horseback. Shadi used his Key to enter the mind of one of the demons, controlling him from the inside and turning the brainwashed body against his own comrades further down the beach.<br/><br/>All this carried on for hours, with few casualties on either side in proportion to their numbers. Following the death of the brainwashed demon, Shadi hung the Key back around his neck, taking the golden sabre and fighting hand to hand. Jayden Shaw had jumped off his horse to let a wounded man return to the inner city. Now on foot, the pastor took a second sword from a fallen Guard, cutting down demons as he went along. <br/><br/>Demons, however, were much harder to kill than humans, and the men soon became exhausted. Despite having killed off more than half the enemy with their superior ranged power, they were still being repelled. 74 men were never meant to be able to hold a city just like that. <br/><br/>""Reverend Shaw!"" Shadi cried out, climbing onto a horse. ""I'm going to fetch the Millennium Scales- Remain here and make absolutely certain they don't breach our outer defences!""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Flemeth transformed into her high dragon form and started burning the darkspawn/demons.<br/>____________________________________________________________________________________________________________<br/>Ogres charged the barricades of Copenhagen, smashing them open and letting a flood of darkspawn go into the city. The archdemon wanted them to kill everyone there, no prisoners. But for one human cut down, 2 darkspawn were cut down, but being the heartless beings they are, they didn't care and kept on charging until the tide of the battle changed in their favor. Then flames started burning the darkspawn, killing a lot of them per blast.<br/>____________________________________________________________________________________________________________<br/><br/>The archdemon didn't like sitting back and doing nothing, but with Akoolomonch in the dimension, he couldn't afford to go anywhere near the battle."
5502,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=925,2015-01-13T06:59:00,Caribica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=23121795#p23121795"">wrote</a>:</cite>Demon forces had already reached Caribica. As there were a few scattered ships around the Caribbean region, Commissar 3ohjovjajthńr ordered them to head directly for the nearest Caribican port. <br/><br/>In the wee hours of the morning, six frigates entered Caribican sea space, ruthlessly sinking merchant and military vessels alike. As they headed for the Caribican port, dark dragons flew overhead, raining bolts of black fire upon the unsuspecting Caribican vessels below.<br/><br/>In no time, the flotilla, accompanied by its corrupted dragon air force, reached the port, battering the walls and jetties with cannon fire and dragon bolts.</div></blockquote><br/>The town militia was quickly overrun and soon the army was called in. The 21st volunteers arrived and fought the demons, they had been trained to aim for the head and Gatling guns soon filled the dragon infested skies with lead.<br/>In addition several gunboats and a 24 gun frigate from the navy arrived and fired on the 6 demon ships."
5503,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=950,2015-01-13T15:49:00,Bunkeranlage,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Copenhagen</span></span><br/><br/>With the arrival of Flemeth in her dragon form, the tables were turned drastically. The demon invaders were thrown into disarray, allowing the men to cut them down with great ease. Shadi himself came out of the castle, the Millennium Scales in his hand. With one swift movement, he dematerialised on the spot, appearing at the battlefield where the invaders were being pushed back.<br/><br/>Before long, the demons and ogres were either dead or on the run on whatever landing craft they had. The city was safe for now.<br/><br/>""Thank you for your assistance, Flemeth"", Shadi said deferentially. ""If it weren't for you, they could well have overrun our city."" He paused, deep in thought. ""Because I am merely a spirit, my power in this world is limited to what power lies in the two Millennium Items I own. I cannot command them all the time. Will you help us?""<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">A small unnamed town along the Caribican coastline</span></span><br/><br/>The town was overrun.<br/><br/>Demons wielding cruel blades ran through the streets, brutally shredding any soldier or civilian who stood in their way. Now that the army had been called in, things were going to be much harder for them. The six 20-gun frigates, confronted with the 24 gunner, turned around and attempted to fire upon the Caribican warship. As the demons attacking were only regular soldiers, the Caribicans were able to dispatch them with ease.<br/><br/>Things weren't so different in Reykjavík, however. A messenger dragon was giving regular updates on the diversion force attacking the town. ""They've fallen into our trap! Soon, the greater force will arrive, and Caribica will feel our combined wrath!"""
5504,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=950,2015-01-13T16:04:00,Caribica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=23127098#p23127098"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Copenhagen</span></span><br/><br/>With the arrival of Flemeth in her dragon form, the tables were turned drastically. The demon invaders were thrown into disarray, allowing the men to cut them down with great ease. Shadi himself came out of the castle, the Millennium Scales in his hand. With one swift movement, he dematerialised on the spot, appearing at the battlefield where the invaders were being pushed back. <br/><br/>Before long, the demons and ogres were either dead or on the run on whatever landing craft they had. The city was safe for now.<br/><br/>""Thank you for your assistance, Flemeth"", Shadi said deferentially. ""If it weren't for you, they could well have overrun our city."" He paused, deep in thought. ""Because I am merely a spirit, my power in this world is limited to what power lies in the two Millennium Items I own. I cannot command them all the time. Will you help us?""<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">A small unnamed town along the Caribican coastline</span></span><br/><br/>The town was overrun. <br/><br/>Demons wielding cruel blades ran through the streets, brutally shredding any soldier or civilian who stood in their way. Now that the army had been called in, things were going to be much harder for them. The six 20-gun frigates, confronted with the 24 gunner, turned around and attempted to fire upon the Caribican warship. As the demons attacking were only regular soldiers, the Caribicans were able to dispatch them with ease.<br/><br/>Things weren't so different in Reykjavík, however. A messenger dragon was giving regular updates on the diversion force attacking the town. ""They've fallen into our trap! Soon, the greater force will arrive, and Caribica will feel our combined wrath!""</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: wait what about the big fat 150 ship flotilla just off the coast?"
5505,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=950,2015-01-13T16:05:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote><div><cite>Caribica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=23127291#p23127291"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=23127098#p23127098"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Copenhagen</span></span><br/><br/>With the arrival of Flemeth in her dragon form, the tables were turned drastically. The demon invaders were thrown into disarray, allowing the men to cut them down with great ease. Shadi himself came out of the castle, the Millennium Scales in his hand. With one swift movement, he dematerialised on the spot, appearing at the battlefield where the invaders were being pushed back. <br/><br/>Before long, the demons and ogres were either dead or on the run on whatever landing craft they had. The city was safe for now.<br/><br/>""Thank you for your assistance, Flemeth"", Shadi said deferentially. ""If it weren't for you, they could well have overrun our city."" He paused, deep in thought. ""Because I am merely a spirit, my power in this world is limited to what power lies in the two Millennium Items I own. I cannot command them all the time. Will you help us?""<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">A small unnamed town along the Caribican coastline</span></span><br/><br/>The town was overrun. <br/><br/>Demons wielding cruel blades ran through the streets, brutally shredding any soldier or civilian who stood in their way. Now that the army had been called in, things were going to be much harder for them. The six 20-gun frigates, confronted with the 24 gunner, turned around and attempted to fire upon the Caribican warship. As the demons attacking were only regular soldiers, the Caribicans were able to dispatch them with ease.<br/><br/>Things weren't so different in Reykjavík, however. A messenger dragon was giving regular updates on the diversion force attacking the town. ""They've fallen into our trap! Soon, the greater force will arrive, and Caribica will feel our combined wrath!""</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: wait what about the big fat 150 ship flotilla just off the coast?</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC: It'll take a while to arrive, since they're going from Iceland to the Caribbean."
5506,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=950,2015-01-13T16:23:00,Caribica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=23127302#p23127302"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Caribica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=23127291#p23127291"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: wait what about the big fat 150 ship flotilla just off the coast?</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC: It'll take a while to arrive, since they're going from Iceland to the Caribbean.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: well then consider that last post involving Natal void."
5507,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=950,2015-01-13T19:07:00,20 Dragon Riders,"""Yes, but only until I am not in danger of being killed by the darkspawn."" Flemeth said as she tranformed back into her human form."
5508,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=950,2015-01-14T04:07:00,Caribica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=23127098#p23127098"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Copenhagen</span></span><br/><br/>With the arrival of Flemeth in her dragon form, the tables were turned drastically. The demon invaders were thrown into disarray, allowing the men to cut them down with great ease. Shadi himself came out of the castle, the Millennium Scales in his hand. With one swift movement, he dematerialised on the spot, appearing at the battlefield where the invaders were being pushed back. <br/><br/>Before long, the demons and ogres were either dead or on the run on whatever landing craft they had. The city was safe for now.<br/><br/>""Thank you for your assistance, Flemeth"", Shadi said deferentially. ""If it weren't for you, they could well have overrun our city."" He paused, deep in thought. ""Because I am merely a spirit, my power in this world is limited to what power lies in the two Millennium Items I own. I cannot command them all the time. Will you help us?""<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">A small unnamed town along the Caribican coastline</span></span><br/><br/>The town was overrun. <br/><br/>Demons wielding cruel blades ran through the streets, brutally shredding any soldier or civilian who stood in their way. Now that the army had been called in, things were going to be much harder for them. The six 20-gun frigates, confronted with the 24 gunner, turned around and attempted to fire upon the Caribican warship. As the demons attacking were only regular soldiers, the Caribicans were able to dispatch them with ease.<br/><br/>Things weren't so different in Reykjavík, however. A messenger dragon was giving regular updates on the diversion force attacking the town. ""They've fallen into our trap! Soon, the greater force will arrive, and Caribica will feel our combined wrath!""</div></blockquote><br/>While the Caribicans on the 24 gunner were better trained and better equipped, they could do nothing against numbers and was destroyed along with the rest of the force save one surviving gunboat which retreated to a nearby cove, soon after 2 30 gun ironclads arrived and pelted the demon warships with high explosive rounds, lighting them up like candles."
5509,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=950,2015-01-14T05:25:00,Slenderman The CreepyPasta King,"<blockquote><div><cite>20 Dragon Riders <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=23129855#p23129855"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Yes, but only until I am not in danger of being killed by the darkspawn."" Flemeth said as she tranformed back into her human form.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Afterwards she said, ""However, sense this body is getting old, I shall need a new host, know of anybody who's powerful enough for their body to survive my possession?"""
5510,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=950,2015-01-14T05:33:00,Bunkeranlage,"Shadi shook his head. ""Unfortunately, I do not know of anyone here who can do that. Every man we have is valuable. Unless, of course, you can use this.""<br/><br/>He beckoned her to follow him, leading her to a courtyard. In the middle of a courtyard lay a corrupted Timberjack, trapped under a net. A demon that had lost his limbs lay prone on the ground, viciously trying to bite anyone who came close. ""The demons are foul creatures, yes. However, the dragons are not evil- they're only corrupted.""<br/><br/>With one swift jerk, Shadi drew his golden sabre, effortlessly slicing the head off of the demon's shoulders. The decapitated creature convulsed violently, the headless body trying to stand up on its knee stumps, much to the horror of the men there. The effort was short lived, however, for the headless body soon collapsed onto the ground.<br/><br/>""If you are able to, you can have this dragon body. From what Reverend Jayden told me, she's only 27 years old."" He paused, stepping on the still quivering demon body and shoving it away from him, before continuing, ""I will first enter her mind with my Millennium Key and cleanse her of all evil first. Once there is nothing left inside, your soul will be free to inhabit her body."""
5511,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=950,2015-01-14T11:49:00,Slenderman The CreepyPasta King,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=23133891#p23133891"">wrote</a>:</cite>Shadi shook his head. ""Unfortunately, I do not know of anyone here who can do that. Every man we have is valuable. Unless, of course, you can use this.""<br/><br/>He beckoned her to follow him, leading her to a courtyard. In the middle of a courtyard lay a corrupted Timberjack, trapped under a net. A demon that had lost his limbs lay prone on the ground, viciously trying to bite anyone who came close. ""The demons are foul creatures, yes. However, the dragons are not evil- they're only corrupted."" <br/><br/>With one swift jerk, Shadi drew his golden sabre, effortlessly slicing the head off of the demon's shoulders. The decapitated creature convulsed violently, the headless body trying to stand up on its knee stumps, much to the horror of the men there. The effort was short lived, however, for the headless body soon collapsed onto the ground. <br/><br/>""If you are able to, you can have this dragon body. From what Reverend Jayden told me, she's only 27 years old."" He paused, stepping on the still quivering demon body and shoving it away from him, before continuing, ""I will first enter her mind with my Millennium Key and cleanse her of all evil first. Once there is nothing left inside, your soul will be free to inhabit her body.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Alas, i would need a living body, I have heard and saw spirits from the fade possess dead bodies and the bodies don't live long, even if they are just freshly dead, though i thank you for the offer."" Flemeth said, before she transformed into her dragon form she gave some advise, in her own cryptic, riddle way,""The two universes are on the verge of collapsing, only when you stop being sheep, can you claim the missing items and keep the two dimensions alive."" (MADE THAT UP BUT IT IS SORT OF BASED ON WHAT FLEMETH SAID IN DRAGON AGE 2)"
5512,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=950,2015-01-15T03:13:00,Bunkeranlage,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Caribican Coastline</span></span><br/><br/>The fleet of demons had split up into flotillas, each one comprising of about 7 ships. With the demon navy spread out, they would be able to capture more land at once.<br/><br/>And so they did. Within a short time, they had reached Caribican waters, attacking the other ships that passerby the areas. The<span style=""font-style: italic"">Mutilated Countenance</span>itself headed for the northern part of Caribica, accompanied by the two other 80-gunner men of war,<span style=""font-style: italic"">Makyjura the Destructor</span>and<span style=""font-style: italic"">Zoma</span>. As the coastal defences prepared to fire upon the evil demon forces, a wave of dragons flew overhead, pelting the walls of the coast with black fire and triggering explosions everywhere from the sheer heat of the Dark Fire.<br/><br/>Commissar 3ohjovjajthńr himself had followed a boarding party to attack the coast. His axe prosthetics had been swapped with chain balls, the fresh wounds caused by the replacement ugly and deformed. Earlier that day, he had received a hastily typed telegram from the tiny Kingdom of Snowhaven near Holland:<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">COMMISSAR STOHHJOBJAJDHENNIR STOP WE WILL NOT TOLERATE YOUR INVASIONS OF THE NEUTRAL NATIONS STOP CEASE HOSTILITIES NOW OR YOU WILL HAVE SANCTIONS IMPOSED UPON YOU STOP</blockquote><br/><br/>The message didn't bother him. It was obvious that the people leading Snowhaven were most ignorant of current affairs. They were also militarily deficient, for in just two days, the kingdom fell.<br/><br/>Caribican armies, he knew, were much tougher than that. Already, some of his ships had been wrecked, something 3ohjovjajthńr was very angry about. Out of his anger, he decided to join the landing party, hence his presence at the 5th assault on the Caribican beaches.<br/><br/>Swinging his weaponised arms around crazily, he easily disembowelled numerous soldiers who tried to stop him. The Millennium Necklace had literally grown into his neck, as he had worn it for very long already. It became part of him, his dark influence affecting the other Items through this one. With every soldier he tore apart, his power grew, and so did the power of the Divine Darkness…<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>""Hmm. Okay then, if you say so."" Shadi turned around, hanging the Key around his neck again. ""Hopefully, we can stop the demons before humanity dies out."""
5513,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=950,2015-01-15T03:41:00,Caribica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=23145203#p23145203"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Caribican Coastline</span></span><br/><br/>The fleet of demons had split up into flotillas, each one comprising of about 7 ships. With the demon navy spread out, they would be able to capture more land at once.<br/><br/>And so they did. Within a short time, they had reached Caribican waters, attacking the other ships that passerby the areas. The <span style=""font-style: italic"">Mutilated Countenance</span> itself headed for the northern part of Caribica, accompanied by the two other 80-gunner men of war, <span style=""font-style: italic"">Makyjura the Destructor</span> and <span style=""font-style: italic"">Zoma</span>. As the coastal defences prepared to fire upon the evil demon forces, a wave of dragons flew overhead, pelting the walls of the coast with black fire and triggering explosions everywhere from the sheer heat of the Dark Fire. <br/><br/>Commissar 3ohjovjajthńr himself had followed a boarding party to attack the coast. His axe prosthetics had been swapped with chain balls, the fresh wounds caused by the replacement ugly and deformed. Earlier that day, he had received a hastily typed telegram from the tiny Kingdom of Snowhaven near Holland:<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">COMMISSAR STOHHJOBJAJDHENNIR STOP WE WILL NOT TOLERATE YOUR INVASIONS OF THE NEUTRAL NATIONS STOP CEASE HOSTILITIES NOW OR YOU WILL HAVE SANCTIONS IMPOSED UPON YOU STOP</blockquote> <br/><br/>The message didn't bother him. It was obvious that the people leading Snowhaven were most ignorant of current affairs. They were also militarily deficient, for in just two days, the kingdom fell.<br/><br/>Caribican armies, he knew, were much tougher than that. Already, some of his ships had been wrecked, something 3ohjovjajthńr was very angry about. Out of his anger, he decided to join the landing party, hence his presence at the 5th assault on the Caribican beaches. <br/><br/>Swinging his weaponised arms around crazily, he easily disembowelled numerous soldiers who tried to stop him. The Millennium Necklace had literally grown into his neck, as he had worn it for very long already. It became part of him, his dark influence affecting the other Items through this one. With every soldier he tore apart, his power grew, and so did the power of the Divine Darkness… <br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>""Hmm. Okay then, if you say so."" Shadi turned around, hanging the Key around his neck again. ""Hopefully, we can stop the demons before humanity dies out.""</div></blockquote><br/>The Caribican men fought like the devil, raining fire upon their enemies, at the forts the newly installed swivel Gatling guns easily took down multiple Dragons and on the beaches the Gatling guns had their moment and shrapnel rounds as well rained down upon the demon attackers. But after 12 waves of prolonged assault the fortifications broke and just as Palma had described in his speech, the streets ran red with blood. Within 2 weeks the Caribican situation was getting even more desperate, as the Caribicans lost yet another province, Palma was captured, striking a decisive blow to Caribican morale and even more so as they now only possessed 2 of the original 9 provinces in the country, the Vice President went missing as well. This left the speaker of the lower house in charge of the crippled state, flooding with refugees and under martial law. And this speaker was no Palma,<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Demon Commisar,<br/>As both the Vice President and the President are missing this leaves myself as the official Head of State in Caribica, I would like to negotiate a surrender, the Caribican people shall lay down their arms, join as an official colony of the DRE in exchange for their survival and myself, Damian Durst shall be appointed governor.<br/>-President Damian Durst</blockquote>"
5514,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=950,2015-01-15T05:23:00,Slenderman The CreepyPasta King,"<blockquote><div><cite>Caribica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=23145282#p23145282"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=23145203#p23145203"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Caribican Coastline</span></span><br/><br/>The fleet of demons had split up into flotillas, each one comprising of about 7 ships. With the demon navy spread out, they would be able to capture more land at once.<br/><br/>And so they did. Within a short time, they had reached Caribican waters, attacking the other ships that passerby the areas. The <span style=""font-style: italic"">Mutilated Countenance</span> itself headed for the northern part of Caribica, accompanied by the two other 80-gunner men of war, <span style=""font-style: italic"">Makyjura the Destructor</span> and <span style=""font-style: italic"">Zoma</span>. As the coastal defences prepared to fire upon the evil demon forces, a wave of dragons flew overhead, pelting the walls of the coast with black fire and triggering explosions everywhere from the sheer heat of the Dark Fire. <br/><br/>Commissar 3ohjovjajthńr himself had followed a boarding party to attack the coast. His axe prosthetics had been swapped with chain balls, the fresh wounds caused by the replacement ugly and deformed. Earlier that day, he had received a hastily typed telegram from the tiny Kingdom of Snowhaven near Holland:<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">COMMISSAR STOHHJOBJAJDHENNIR STOP WE WILL NOT TOLERATE YOUR INVASIONS OF THE NEUTRAL NATIONS STOP CEASE HOSTILITIES NOW OR YOU WILL HAVE SANCTIONS IMPOSED UPON YOU STOP</blockquote> <br/><br/>The message didn't bother him. It was obvious that the people leading Snowhaven were most ignorant of current affairs. They were also militarily deficient, for in just two days, the kingdom fell.<br/><br/>Caribican armies, he knew, were much tougher than that. Already, some of his ships had been wrecked, something 3ohjovjajthńr was very angry about. Out of his anger, he decided to join the landing party, hence his presence at the 5th assault on the Caribican beaches. <br/><br/>Swinging his weaponised arms around crazily, he easily disembowelled numerous soldiers who tried to stop him. The Millennium Necklace had literally grown into his neck, as he had worn it for very long already. It became part of him, his dark influence affecting the other Items through this one. With every soldier he tore apart, his power grew, and so did the power of the Divine Darkness… <br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>""Hmm. Okay then, if you say so."" Shadi turned around, hanging the Key around his neck again. ""Hopefully, we can stop the demons before humanity dies out.""</div></blockquote><br/>The Caribican men fought like the devil, raining fire upon their enemies, at the forts the newly installed swivel Gatling guns easily took down multiple Dragons and on the beaches the Gatling guns had their moment and shrapnel rounds as well rained down upon the demon attackers. But after 12 waves of prolonged assault the fortifications broke and just as Palma had described in his speech, the streets ran red with blood. Within 2 weeks the Caribican situation was getting even more desperate, as the Caribicans lost yet another province, Palma was captured, striking a decisive blow to Caribican morale and even more so as they now only possessed 2 of the original 9 provinces in the country, the Vice President went missing as well. This left the speaker of the lower house in charge of the crippled state, flooding with refugees and under martial law. And this speaker was no Palma, <br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Demon Commisar,<br/>As both the Vice President and the President are missing this leaves myself as the official Head of State in Caribica, I would like to negotiate a surrender, the Caribican people shall lay down their arms, join as an official colony of the DRE in exchange for their survival and myself, Damian Durst shall be appointed governor.<br/>-President Damian Durst</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/>Akoolomonch saw the resistance for Caribica recede. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">shit, this is loghain all over again</span>"" he thought. He sheathed his sword after he decapitated three more darkspawn. Then he retreated as well as he could not kill all of the darkspawn himself. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">I wear by the creators I will destroy the archdemon and save this dimension</span>"" that is when he heard that president Palma was missing."
5515,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=950,2015-01-15T05:30:00,Bunkeranlage,"As the Caribicans fought, the demons continued flooding the shores of the cities. That moment, the demon Commissar rode in on a zombified horse, his two chain ball arms flexed. ""Men!"" he cried. ""The Caribican representative has spoken! The Caribbean Jewel has surrendered!"" The demons cheered wildly, seizing the remaining Caribican men and putting them in shackles. ""Tonight, we shall celebrate our victory… by feasting at the Great Barbecue!""<br/><br/>As Akoolomonch watched, a ghostly white wind blew, blasting the sandy ground next to him, a golden light piercing the dust clouds. He knew exactly who it was.<br/><br/>""Akoolomonch, do you still have the Rod?"" Shadi stood next to him, watching as the autonomous demon units charged through the city's streets closer to them. ""I'm afraid my power is not strong enough to repel them all at once. I need your help!"" Taking out the Key and the Scales, he said, ""Take the Rod! We must stop their advance!"""
5516,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=950,2015-01-15T06:13:00,Caribica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=23145684#p23145684"">wrote</a>:</cite>As the Caribicans fought, the demons continued flooding the shores of the cities. That moment, the demon Commissar rode in on a zombified horse, his two chain ball arms flexed. ""Men!"" he cried. ""The Caribican representative has spoken! The Caribbean Jewel has surrendered!"" The demons cheered wildly, seizing the remaining Caribican men and putting them in shackles. ""Tonight, we shall celebrate our victory… by feasting at the Great Barbecue!""<br/><br/>As Akoolomonch watched, a ghostly white wind blew, blasting the sandy ground next to him, a golden light piercing the dust clouds. He knew exactly who it was. <br/><br/>""Akoolomonch, do you still have the Rod?"" Shadi stood next to him, watching as the autonomous demon units charged through the city's streets closer to them. ""I'm afraid my power is not strong enough to repel them all at once. I need your help!"" Taking out the Key and the Scales, he said, ""Take the Rod! We must stop their advance!""</div></blockquote><br/>""F*ck!"" Natal exclaimed upon hearing of the surrender, he was to appear at an official ceremony in front of Congress in 5 hours where all Caribican flags in the nation were to be burned and he was to hand over his ceremonial saber to the demons. He threw his desk across the room and kicked it a few times for good measure. ""That damn bastard Durst! I f*cking knew he would do this."" He screamed before calming down. ""I, for one, am not surrendering, get every man on base still willing to protect the republic by the pier in 4 hours, we're taking 3 ships to leave for Copenhagen, it's the last port on earth that will accept Caribican warships."" He said to the commodore who informed him of the surrender. Within a few hours 600 men, women and children were gathered at the harbor to leave. 'So here it is,' Natal thought, 'the death of freedom.' He said as the ships left port, but little did he know the DREs aquisition of Europe and Caribica were only their first steps towards world domination."
5517,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=950,2015-01-15T17:33:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,OOC: Has anyone done anything involving Cynder because that's what I am waiting for.
5518,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=950,2015-01-15T17:39:00,Slenderman The CreepyPasta King,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=23145684#p23145684"">wrote</a>:</cite>As the Caribicans fought, the demons continued flooding the shores of the cities. That moment, the demon Commissar rode in on a zombified horse, his two chain ball arms flexed. ""Men!"" he cried. ""The Caribican representative has spoken! The Caribbean Jewel has surrendered!"" The demons cheered wildly, seizing the remaining Caribican men and putting them in shackles. ""Tonight, we shall celebrate our victory… by feasting at the Great Barbecue!""<br/><br/>As Akoolomonch watched, a ghostly white wind blew, blasting the sandy ground next to him, a golden light piercing the dust clouds. He knew exactly who it was. <br/><br/>""Akoolomonch, do you still have the Rod?"" Shadi stood next to him, watching as the autonomous demon units charged through the city's streets closer to them. ""I'm afraid my power is not strong enough to repel them all at once. I need your help!"" Taking out the Key and the Scales, he said, ""Take the Rod! We must stop their advance!""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""normally I could slay the majority of them myself. Id get injured but i normally could. But in this dimension they are much smarter somehow, darkspawn cant talk in my dimension.Heck. They were only smart enough to dig use weapons and very, very few could use magic."" Akoolomonch explained. ""but your right."" He then got the rod out of his pack. as it did it glowed as well as blight vanquisher. ""well this is new he said."" It was, the last time blight vanquisher glowed was when it was purified from it's corrupted, tainted form, blightblood. The two items fused together in a brilliant golden light. When the light died down it had the hilt of the mellinium rod, the blade of blight vanquisher and a pommel that is a mixture of the two item's pommels. Sadly, the darkspawn camped around there turned and growled, getting ready to attack.<br/><br/>The archdemon saw sensed Cynder in the celestial skies, he asked telepathically, ""<span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">If your there for fun, well, at least destroy every non tainted creature the place.</span></span>"""
5519,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=950,2015-01-16T08:01:00,Bunkeranlage,"As the demons charged towards the sandy hill on which the Guardian and the Warden stood, the skies turned dark. White flashes of cruel lightning plummeted to the Earth, sending sparks and molten ground flying high into the air. Shadi raised his Millennium Key, pointing the service end of it into the sky. ""Millennium Key, I command thee!"" he declared. ""Strike down these demons that assail our free lands!""<br/><br/>The black canopy covering the city cleared hastily as golden light rained down upon the demon charge, obliterating some and sending the rest running away in fear. Powered partly by Akoolomonch's newly powered up Millennium Rod, Shadi's Key was stronger than ever.<br/><br/>3ohjovjajthńr, now aware of the presence of the two, climbed onto the back of a tainted Whispering Death. As the spikes on the sides of the dragon's body locked the demon commissar onto its back, he screamed bestially, flailing the chain balls on his arms around. ""Go there! I'm going to attack those two fools who dare to stand in the way of our destiny!"" The Millennium Necklace vibrated, emitting a golden light that, though slightly tainted by a darkness, was still bright nonetheless. With four Millennium Items in that one town, 3ohjovjajthńr knew that the impossible could well border on the possible.<br/><br/>As he leapt off the back of the tainted dragon, he let out a crazed throaty noise, bringing one of the chain balls down just in front of Shadi, who jumped back to avoid the impact of the flail. Drawing his sword, Shadi whirled around, slashing at 3ohjovjajthńr, who wasn't able to fight against the agile Guardian with his brutal beat-down style of fighting. The Millennium Necklace continued to rattle as the maniacal demon clumsily threw his 1.97m frame around, 121kg of brutish muscles writhing and vainly lunging at Shadi.<br/><br/>A chain ball came flying round, about to hit the Warden on the head. That moment, however, Shadi's sword was brought down on the demon's already partially severed left arm, taking the rest of it off at the shoulder. As the heavy chain ball dragged the dismembered arm down the hill, a screaming 3ohjovjajthńr tried to swing the other at Shadi, only to be kicked in the belly and thrown back, hitting a tree violently. As he struggled to climb up, gurgling hideously and spitting black blood on the sand, Shadi went over to where he lay, ripping the Millennium Necklace off of his neck and wiping the blood on a shrub. ""I shall now take back what is rightfully mine."" With that, he grabbed the chain ball, coiling it around the tree and tangling the commissar.<br/><br/>Turning to Akoolomonch, Shadi said, ""Thank you for your assistance. Now, if you may, I need the Rod back. I intend to return it to Jorgen or to the Millennium Stone, whichever is more important based on future circumstances."" Taking the new weapon and placing it on the ground, Shadi then took the Scales, using its power to separate the Rod and the other weapon. A bright blue light engulfed the place and died down a split second later, leaving the Millennium Rod and the Vanquisher behind. Returning the Vanquisher to Akoolomonch and taking the Rod, Shaid bade farewell to the Warden.<br/><br/>""Do not lose hope, or it might really forsake you."""
5520,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=950,2015-01-16T09:05:00,Caribica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Caribica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=23145947#p23145947"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=23145684#p23145684"">wrote</a>:</cite>As the Caribicans fought, the demons continued flooding the shores of the cities. That moment, the demon Commissar rode in on a zombified horse, his two chain ball arms flexed. ""Men!"" he cried. ""The Caribican representative has spoken! The Caribbean Jewel has surrendered!"" The demons cheered wildly, seizing the remaining Caribican men and putting them in shackles. ""Tonight, we shall celebrate our victory… by feasting at the Great Barbecue!""<br/><br/>As Akoolomonch watched, a ghostly white wind blew, blasting the sandy ground next to him, a golden light piercing the dust clouds. He knew exactly who it was. <br/><br/>""Akoolomonch, do you still have the Rod?"" Shadi stood next to him, watching as the autonomous demon units charged through the city's streets closer to them. ""I'm afraid my power is not strong enough to repel them all at once. I need your help!"" Taking out the Key and the Scales, he said, ""Take the Rod! We must stop their advance!""</div></blockquote><br/>""F*ck!"" Natal exclaimed upon hearing of the surrender, he was to appear at an official ceremony in front of Congress in 5 hours where all Caribican flags in the nation were to be burned and he was to hand over his ceremonial saber to the demons. He threw his desk across the room and kicked it a few times for good measure. ""That damn bastard Durst! I f*cking knew he would do this."" He screamed before calming down. ""I, for one, am not surrendering, get every man on base still willing to protect the republic by the pier in 4 hours, we're taking 3 ships to leave for Copenhagen, it's the last port on earth that will accept Caribican warships."" He said to the commodore who informed him of the surrender. Within a few hours 600 men, women and children were gathered at the harbor to leave. 'So here it is,' Natal thought, 'the death of freedom.' He said as the ships left port, but little did he know the DREs aquisition of Europe and Caribica were only their first steps towards world domination.</div></blockquote><br/>As the small fleet left the San Esperito Harbor they were confronted by several demon warships. Natal stood on the deck of his 24 gun ironclad, observing the enemy with his telescope, ""We must fight!"" A young captain said, ""No we cannot because A. we are hopelessly outnumbered and B. We"" Natal replied cooly before he was interrupted by a cannonball from one of the demon ships, a piece of the deck was torn off and served as makeshift shrapnel, plunging chunks of wood as big as a meter into many crewmembers. Natal was lucky and was instead struck in the eye by a small piece of wood and collapsed, still alive. He writhed in agony and slowly brought himself to his knees despite the chaos around him, he tried to make sense of things and noticed he was bleeding, then he noticed he could no longer see out of his right eye and felt it only to find an empty gored socket and a small piece of wood that was only stopped by his skull, noticing this he collapsed once more from shock, barely retaining conciousness. He then reached for his pocket for the millennium eye and realized at that moment it was the only thing that could save him from bleeding out. He fumbled it and inserted it into his empty socket, he then experienced ghastly visions of Ancient Egypt and the millennium items forging and, for a brief moment, the millennium puzzle before screaming and slipping into darkness. (Bunk, feel free to remove that scene from your fanfic, I know it's probably the most graphic scene in the RP so far) He awoke a few minutes later in the ship infirmary, his lime green uniform stained red with blood. He at up and summoned a captain asking him, ""situation?"" ""Not good admiral, one of our ships is sunken and another on fire, the demons are in full pursuit and-"" The captain replied before the admiral said, ""Yes, I know, and we're near the Medio Caribica de la bahía yes?"" Before realizing he could read his mind, he then rushed up to the deck and a commodore said ""Admiral,glad you're here, it's been chaos since you blacked out, the demon fleet is right on our tail, we've been forced to use wind power, it's too dangerous to run the engine on the other ship with the fire going on and we can't leave them behind,"" Natal nodded but he already knew this. He then examined the enemy ships in pursuit with his telescope and searched for the commander, reading the horrific thoughts of each and every demon on deck, until he found the commanders ship and found him on the bridge giving orders and found his strategy. With this knowleg he gave the proper orders for both ships to conduct and ambush and destroy 4 demon ships, he then got the enemy commanders plan again and outmaneuvered them and escaped the islands waters. After some celebrations and mourning he retreated to his cabin to summon Shadi, he stood a moment idly before he said, ""Umm, he who granted me possession of this eye, err.... Shadi right? I need you."""
5521,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=950,2015-01-16T16:22:00,Slenderman The CreepyPasta King,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=23157907#p23157907"">wrote</a>:</cite>As the demons charged towards the sandy hill on which the Guardian and the Warden stood, the skies turned dark. White flashes of cruel lightning plummeted to the Earth, sending sparks and molten ground flying high into the air. Shadi raised his Millennium Key, pointing the service end of it into the sky. ""Millennium Key, I command thee!"" he declared. ""Strike down these demons that assail our free lands!"" <br/><br/>The black canopy covering the city cleared hastily as golden light rained down upon the demon charge, obliterating some and sending the rest running away in fear. Powered partly by Akoolomonch's newly powered up Millennium Rod, Shadi's Key was stronger than ever. <br/><br/>3ohjovjajthńr, now aware of the presence of the two, climbed onto the back of a tainted Whispering Death. As the spikes on the sides of the dragon's body locked the demon commissar onto its back, he screamed bestially, flailing the chain balls on his arms around. ""Go there! I'm going to attack those two fools who dare to stand in the way of our destiny!"" The Millennium Necklace vibrated, emitting a golden light that, though slightly tainted by a darkness, was still bright nonetheless. With four Millennium Items in that one town, 3ohjovjajthńr knew that the impossible could well border on the possible. <br/><br/>As he leapt off the back of the tainted dragon, he let out a crazed throaty noise, bringing one of the chain balls down just in front of Shadi, who jumped back to avoid the impact of the flail. Drawing his sword, Shadi whirled around, slashing at 3ohjovjajthńr, who wasn't able to fight against the agile Guardian with his brutal beat-down style of fighting. The Millennium Necklace continued to rattle as the maniacal demon clumsily threw his 1.97m frame around, 121kg of brutish muscles writhing and vainly lunging at Shadi.<br/><br/>A chain ball came flying round, about to hit the Warden on the head. That moment, however, Shadi's sword was brought down on the demon's already partially severed left arm, taking the rest of it off at the shoulder. As the heavy chain ball dragged the dismembered arm down the hill, a screaming 3ohjovjajthńr tried to swing the other at Shadi, only to be kicked in the belly and thrown back, hitting a tree violently. As he struggled to climb up, gurgling hideously and spitting black blood on the sand, Shadi went over to where he lay, ripping the Millennium Necklace off of his neck and wiping the blood on a shrub. ""I shall now take back what is rightfully mine."" With that, he grabbed the chain ball, coiling it around the tree and tangling the commissar.<br/><br/>Turning to Akoolomonch, Shadi said, ""Thank you for your assistance. Now, if you may, I need the Rod back. I intend to return it to Jorgen or to the Millennium Stone, whichever is more important based on future circumstances."" Taking the new weapon and placing it on the ground, Shadi then took the Scales, using its power to separate the Rod and the other weapon. A bright blue light engulfed the place and died down a split second later, leaving the Millennium Rod and the Vanquisher behind. Returning the Vanquisher to Akoolomonch and taking the Rod, Shdi bade farewell to the Warden.<br/><br/>""Do not lose hope, or it might really forsake you.""</div></blockquote>""Don't worry. I learned lesson a long time ago. And you know. You seem a lot like asha'bellanar (elven name for flemeth) but a lot more helpful. plus you don't seem to help for your personal gain unlike her."" Akoolomonch said before Shadi left. Then he returned to town thinking,""<span style=""font-style: italic"">I don't know what's up with the millennium items but they seem to react, well, weirdly with blight vanquisher.I have seen enchantments before but not an actual fusion.</span>"""
5522,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=950,2015-01-17T00:37:00,Bunkeranlage,"Silence.<br/><br/>That was all Natal heard, before a familiar voice rang through the cabin, a man in white robes walking in. ""I see you have put on the Millennium Eye"", he said. ""It has, indeed, chosen you to be its bearer. Otherwise, you would have gone insane. Looking stoically at the coagulated blood on Natal's clothes and bedsheets, the Guardian continued, ""I imagine it must be very difficult for you, being entrusted with such a powerful object. However, I assure you, you will not be alone…""<br/><br/>""For others have to endure such.""<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>The Commander of Munitions Forge had deserted.<br/><br/>It was the perfect opportunity to seize control of the DRE's main weapons production factory. Considering the fact that Cynder relied entirely on her fear factor to keep the slaves and prisoners in check, it was surprisingly easy to dispatch the demons. As the slaves were freed, their numbers grew. The terrified demons, now with no power at all, were scattered all over Munitions Forge.<br/><br/>Dagúrsson drew a sword, leading the men to the coal mines, while Elsa and Christopher went on to the Tower of Raju. It was a tower that was, strangely, built inside an enormous lava filled cavern. Apparently, political prisoners were housed there. ""Good thinking, Elsa"", Christopher remarked. ""There might be important people here. We should free them.""<br/><br/>Before they were able to enter the underground building, a loud crashing sound rang from the inside of the building as a bisected demon's body flew out of the one window, the top half still screaming as it landed in a lava pit. Elsa grimaced, before charging into the building, slashing two escaping demons with an ice blade she created on the spot. Fearful screaming coursed through the empty halls of the room as a dead demon commander rolled down the stairs, smashing his face on the ground.<br/><br/>An elderly man with a bloodied drill cane and a rapier went down the stairs, a little pompously. Though he was thinner and more dirty, Elsa knew who it was; Nikólai Baláshev, the former Ambassador of Russia to Arendelle. How he ended up in the political prison of Munitions Forge, nobody knew. Nobody but him, at least. As soon as he saw Elsa and Christopher, he sheathed his sword (still bloodied) and bowed low.<br/><br/>""Your Majesty"", he said in his deep, hypnotic voice. ""I believe we're taking over Munitions Forge?"" Elsa nodded, before turning to Christopher, saying, ""We'd better look for more people in there."" Before Christopher could go in, though, Baláshev stuck the drill cane in his path without even moving his head or his eyes. ""I wouldn't go inside if I were you"", he said darkly. Christopher, gripping the Sword of Mountain, pushed Baláshev away. ""All the more I should go inside! There could be others left there!"" He disappeared into the darkness, only to emerge an hour later, visibly shaken.<br/><br/>""I told you so"", the Russian said, melancholically. ""They're all dead, every last one of them. I am the sole survivor.""<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>Jorgen could feel himself being dragged along the ground by his bound wrists. The demons had finally gotten to him, and now they were going to punish him for his efforts against them.<br/><br/>As night fell, he was pulled out of his cold, mouldy cell and thrown into a courtyard, where the sadistic prison guards proceeded to strip him to his underclothes and kick him around the place like an animal. There was no sign of Engar-Tennur or the Bronze Keys, something which despaired the now deposed king very greatly. With no sign of Shadi or of any of his other allies, there was little he could do. The one other trustable person in a position of power, Kaiser Christoph Felix, had been silent for longer than he could remember. Jorgen expected the worst.<br/><br/>Somehow, he would have to escape from the prison, but that felt like a long way off…"
5523,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=950,2015-01-17T02:17:00,Caribica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=23166134#p23166134"">wrote</a>:</cite>Silence.<br/><br/>That was all Natal heard, before a familiar voice rang through the cabin, a man in white robes walking in. ""I see you have put on the Millennium Eye"", he said. ""It has, indeed, chosen you to be its bearer. Otherwise, you would have gone insane. Looking stoically at the coagulated blood on Natal's clothes and bedsheets, the Guardian continued, ""I imagine it must be very difficult for you, being entrusted with such a powerful object. However, I assure you, you will not be alone…""<br/><br/>""For others have to endure such.""<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>The Commander of Munitions Forge had deserted. <br/><br/>It was the perfect opportunity to seize control of the DRE's main weapons production factory. Considering the fact that Cynder relied entirely on her fear factor to keep the slaves and prisoners in check, it was surprisingly easy to dispatch the demons. As the slaves were freed, their numbers grew. The terrified demons, now with no power at all, were scattered all over Munitions Forge. <br/><br/>Dagúrsson drew a sword, leading the men to the coal mines, while Elsa and Christopher went on to the Tower of Raju. It was a tower that was, strangely, built inside an enormous lava filled cavern. Apparently, political prisoners were housed there. ""Good thinking, Elsa"", Christopher remarked. ""There might be important people here. We should free them."" <br/><br/>Before they were able to enter the underground building, a loud crashing sound rang from the inside of the building as a bisected demon's body flew out of the one window, the top half still screaming as it landed in a lava pit. Elsa grimaced, before charging into the building, slashing two escaping demons with an ice blade she created on the spot. Fearful screaming coursed through the empty halls of the room as a dead demon commander rolled down the stairs, smashing his face on the ground. <br/><br/>An elderly man with a bloodied drill cane and a hatchet went down the stairs, a little pompously. Though he was thinner and more dirty, Elsa knew who it was; Nikólai Baláshev, the former Ambassador of Russia to Arendelle. How he ended up in the political prison of Munitions Forge, nobody knew. Nobody but him, at least. As soon as he saw Elsa and Christopher, he sheathed his sword (still bloodied) and bowed low. <br/><br/>""Your Majesty"", he said in his deep, hypnotic voice. ""I believe we're taking over Munitions Forge?"" Elsa nodded, before turning to Christopher, saying, ""We'd better look for more people in there."" Before Christopher could go in, though, Baláshev stuck the drill cane in his path without even moving his head or his eyes. ""I wouldn't go inside if I were you"", he said darkly. Christopher, gripping the Sword of Mountain, pushed Baláshev away. ""All the more I should go inside! There could be others left there!"" He disappeared into the darkness, only to emerge an hour later, visibly shaken.<br/><br/>""I told you so"", the Russian said, melancholically. ""They're all dead, every last one of them. I am the sole survivor.""<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>Jorgen could feel himself being dragged along the ground by his bound wrists. The demons had finally gotten to him, and now they were going to punish him for his efforts against them.<br/><br/>As night fell, he was pulled out of his cold, mouldy cell and thrown into a courtyard, where the sadistic prison guards proceeded to strip him to his underclothes and kick him around the place like an animal. There was no sign of Engar-Tennur or the Bronze Keys, something which despaired the now deposed king very greatly. With no sign of Shadi or of any of his other allies, there was little he could do. The one other trustable person in a position of power, Kaiser Christoph Felix, had been silent for longer than he could remember. Jorgen expected the worst.<br/>""<br/>Somehow, he would have to escape from the prison, but that felt like a long way off…</div></blockquote><br/>Natal replied, ""Yes I know but when I blacked out after inserting the eye I saw, visions, one was of some pyramids in a desert, another of some forge where I saw the millenium items created. there was another one, different, a castle, in the mountains, German architecture, there was some sort of golden chest in it, the castle was old and decayed but the chest was new. Any idea what this means?"""
5524,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=950,2015-01-17T09:06:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"""This magic... it's not dark, it's also strong too."" Cynder said. ""Why? Why does it draw me so close unlike any magic before?""<br/>She didn't understand, nor would she. The magic was the same that had corrupted her. But as long as she was controlled by Malefor or Antichthon, She would think that all her actions were by her own free will. Though reason she was drawn to it is, If Concurrent Skies falls, Malefor will be able to lose his grip on her."
5525,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=950,2015-01-17T09:11:00,Slenderman The CreepyPasta King,"the archdemon. Who was still at the forge. Roared and started charging through passage ways, destroying them and the supports because it was not designed to have the archdemon charge through them. He then took flight. Creating a hole big enough for him to get out of. But before he flew away he blew purple fire into the hole that went through three more passage ways.<br/><br/><br/>(OOC: Tell me if that's too much)"
5526,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=950,2015-01-18T00:06:00,Bunkeranlage,"""Jayden Shaw!""<br/><br/>That voice was all to familiar. Rev. Shaw jumped out of his bed, looking at the hunched over female figure standing in the room, the golden ring hanging from her neck. ""Princess Anna"", he implored. ""Why have you allowed yourself to fall to the darkness?""<br/><br/>Anna laughed wickedly. ""I did not 'fall' to the darkness- I accepted it out of my own free will! Ultimately, this decision of mine will benefit all of mankind, and I will make you see it, whether upon a vizier's throne or in a rotting dungeon."" She held the Millennium Ring up for the pastor to see. The prongs were rattling ever so slightly. ""I couldn't allow my weaker half to go on with her sloppy ways"", she wheedled, ""so I've sealed her soul within this Ring. Courtesy of Kai Húlten for giving it to me."" As she laughed, the pastor looked on at her, not flinching a bit.<br/><br/>""There's something inside your cloak, Anna"", he said. ""Take it out now."" Anna scowled. ""Why should I? Then again, you're going to die sooner or later, so I might as well grant you your wish…"" She reached into her cloak, pulling out a red leather Bible with the initials ""R. V."" on the cover. It was the Bible that Bishop Vincenzo gave to Anna before he was killed by Kristoff's anarchists. Dropping the book on the floor, Yami Anna convulsed wildly, clutching her face as Light Anna, from within the Ring, attempted to regain control of her own body. ""Anna, this madness has gone on for too long!"" Shaw said to her. ""I will free you from the darkness that has consumed you!"" Yami Anna cackled loudly as she overcame her gradually weakening light side. ""Foolish geezer!"" she panted triumphantly. ""You will soon die, and you can take my weaker side with you to Hell!"" She clutched a chair backrest, the veins on her face throbbing hideously.<br/><br/>Rev. Shaw pointed at her and yelled, ""Begone, darkness!"" Yami Anna laughed evilly, looking deep into the pastor's eyes. ""Oh, yes, I will be gone!"" She threw the chair at him, narrowly missing, before jumping out of the open window. Shaw dashed over in shock, only to see that she had disappeared.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>As the Arch Demon burned up the insides of Munitions Forge's mines, Baláshev gripped the drill cane tightly. ""Hurry, we must leave now!"" He dashed out of the cave, followed by Elsa and Christopher. It was only after they got out that they saw the Arch Demon flying off into the sky. ""Curses! We've failed to stop him!"" Elsa spat. ""We had the perfect opportunity to get to him!"" Baláshev grunted. ""There's no hope left, now that he's going off. I might as well come along with you.""<br/><br/>Dagúrsson came back, his face slightly burned from the encounter with the Arch Demon. With him were two Icelandic marines and 43 slaves. ""We'll need to get somewhere safe"", he said to Elsa. ""Apparently, Iceland has fallen."" She reeled back in shock. ""But how? How did they overrun it so quickly?""<br/><br/>""I don't know"", he replied with some disgruntlement in his tone. ""But we'll have to get to somewhere that's safe!"" Baláshev interjected, ""According to some of the demons, whom I overheard during my imprisonment, Copenhagen has been retaken by a strange man in white robes who wields a golden Key. They say he's an angel of some sort."" Elsa, visibly surprised, knew exactly who Baláshev meant. ""That's Shadi"", she exclaimed. Dagúrsson groaned. ""Nonsense. Angels don't exist. In any case, though, Copenhagen is probably the best place we can go to. Let's head there!"""
5527,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=950,2015-01-18T08:38:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=23177784#p23177784"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Jayden Shaw!"" <br/><br/>That voice was all to familiar. Rev. Shaw jumped out of his bed, looking at the hunched over female figure standing in the room, the golden ring hanging from her neck. ""Princess Anna"", he implored. ""Why have you allowed yourself to fall to the darkness?""<br/><br/>Anna laughed wickedly. ""I did not 'fall' to the darkness- I accepted it out of my own free will! Ultimately, this decision of mine will benefit all of mankind, and I will make you see it, whether upon a vizier's throne or in a rotting dungeon."" She held the Millennium Ring up for the pastor to see. The prongs were rattling ever so slightly. ""I couldn't allow my weaker half to go on with her sloppy ways"", she wheedled, ""so I've sealed her soul within this Ring. Courtesy of Kai Húlten for giving it to me."" As she laughed, the pastor looked on at her, not flinching a bit. <br/><br/>""There's something inside your cloak, Anna"", he said. ""Take it out now."" Anna scowled. ""Why should I? Then again, you're going to die sooner or later, so I might as well grant you your wish…"" She reached into her cloak, pulling out a red leather Bible with the initials ""R. V."" on the cover. It was the Bible that Bishop Vincenzo gave to Anna before he was killed by Kristoff's anarchists. Dropping the book on the floor, Yami Anna convulsed wildly, clutching her face as Light Anna, from within the Ring, attempted to regain control of her own body. ""Anna, this madness has gone on for too long!"" Shaw said to her. ""I will free you from the darkness that has consumed you!"" Yami Anna cackled loudly as she overcame her gradually weakening light side. ""Foolish geezer!"" she panted triumphantly. ""You will soon die, and you can take my weaker side with you to Hell!"" She clutched a chair backrest, the veins on her face throbbing hideously. <br/><br/>Rev. Shaw pointed at her and yelled, ""Begone, darkness!"" Yami Anna laughed evilly, looking deep into the pastor's eyes. ""Oh, yes, I will be gone!"" She threw the chair at him, narrowly missing, before jumping out of the open window. Shaw dashed over in shock, only to see that she had disappeared. <br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>As the Arch Demon burned up the insides of Munitions Forge's mines, Baláshev gripped the drill cane tightly. ""Hurry, we must leave now!"" He dashed out of the cave, followed by Elsa and Christopher. It was only after they got out that they saw the Arch Demon flying off into the sky. ""Curses! We've failed to stop him!"" Elsa spat. ""We had the perfect opportunity to get to him!"" Baláshev grunted. ""There's no hope left, now that he's going off. I might as well come along with you."" <br/><br/>Dagúrsson came back, his face slightly burned from the encounter with the Arch Demon. With him were two Icelandic marines and 43 slaves. ""We'll need to get somewhere safe"", he said to Elsa. ""Apparently, Iceland has fallen."" She reeled back in shock. ""But how? How did they overrun it so quickly?"" <br/><br/>""I don't know"", he replied with some disgruntlement in his tone. ""But we'll have to get to somewhere that's safe!"" Baláshev interjected, ""According to some of the demons, whom I overheard during my imprisonment, Copenhagen has been retaken by a strange man in white robes who wields a golden Key. They say he's an angel of some sort."" Elsa, visibly surprised, knew exactly who Baláshev meant. ""That's Shadi"", she exclaimed. Dagúrsson groaned. ""Nonsense. Angels don't exist. In any case, though, Copenhagen is probably the best place we can go to. Let's head there!""</div></blockquote><br/>And Cynder will just sit in Concurrent Skies forever then won't she?"
5528,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=975,2015-01-18T12:33:00,Slenderman The CreepyPasta King,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Dragon Realms Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=23179986#p23179986"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=23177784#p23177784"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Jayden Shaw!"" <br/><br/>That voice was all to familiar. Rev. Shaw jumped out of his bed, looking at the hunched over female figure standing in the room, the golden ring hanging from her neck. ""Princess Anna"", he implored. ""Why have you allowed yourself to fall to the darkness?""<br/><br/>Anna laughed wickedly. ""I did not 'fall' to the darkness- I accepted it out of my own free will! Ultimately, this decision of mine will benefit all of mankind, and I will make you see it, whether upon a vizier's throne or in a rotting dungeon."" She held the Millennium Ring up for the pastor to see. The prongs were rattling ever so slightly. ""I couldn't allow my weaker half to go on with her sloppy ways"", she wheedled, ""so I've sealed her soul within this Ring. Courtesy of Kai Húlten for giving it to me."" As she laughed, the pastor looked on at her, not flinching a bit. <br/><br/>""There's something inside your cloak, Anna"", he said. ""Take it out now."" Anna scowled. ""Why should I? Then again, you're going to die sooner or later, so I might as well grant you your wish…"" She reached into her cloak, pulling out a red leather Bible with the initials ""R. V."" on the cover. It was the Bible that Bishop Vincenzo gave to Anna before he was killed by Kristoff's anarchists. Dropping the book on the floor, Yami Anna convulsed wildly, clutching her face as Light Anna, from within the Ring, attempted to regain control of her own body. ""Anna, this madness has gone on for too long!"" Shaw said to her. ""I will free you from the darkness that has consumed you!"" Yami Anna cackled loudly as she overcame her gradually weakening light side. ""Foolish geezer!"" she panted triumphantly. ""You will soon die, and you can take my weaker side with you to Hell!"" She clutched a chair backrest, the veins on her face throbbing hideously. <br/><br/>Rev. Shaw pointed at her and yelled, ""Begone, darkness!"" Yami Anna laughed evilly, looking deep into the pastor's eyes. ""Oh, yes, I will be gone!"" She threw the chair at him, narrowly missing, before jumping out of the open window. Shaw dashed over in shock, only to see that she had disappeared. <br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>As the Arch Demon burned up the insides of Munitions Forge's mines, Baláshev gripped the drill cane tightly. ""Hurry, we must leave now!"" He dashed out of the cave, followed by Elsa and Christopher. It was only after they got out that they saw the Arch Demon flying off into the sky. ""Curses! We've failed to stop him!"" Elsa spat. ""We had the perfect opportunity to get to him!"" Baláshev grunted. ""There's no hope left, now that he's going off. I might as well come along with you."" <br/><br/>Dagúrsson came back, his face slightly burned from the encounter with the Arch Demon. With him were two Icelandic marines and 43 slaves. ""We'll need to get somewhere safe"", he said to Elsa. ""Apparently, Iceland has fallen."" She reeled back in shock. ""But how? How did they overrun it so quickly?"" <br/><br/>""I don't know"", he replied with some disgruntlement in his tone. ""But we'll have to get to somewhere that's safe!"" Baláshev interjected, ""According to some of the demons, whom I overheard during my imprisonment, Copenhagen has been retaken by a strange man in white robes who wields a golden Key. They say he's an angel of some sort."" Elsa, visibly surprised, knew exactly who Baláshev meant. ""That's Shadi"", she exclaimed. Dagúrsson groaned. ""Nonsense. Angels don't exist. In any case, though, Copenhagen is probably the best place we can go to. Let's head there!""</div></blockquote><br/>And Cynder will just sit in Concurrent Skies forever then won't she?</div></blockquote><br/><br/>no, why would she? can't she just go somewhere else?"
5529,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=975,2015-01-18T14:28:00,The Dragon Realms Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Slenderman The CreepyPasta King <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=23182400#p23182400"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Dragon Realms Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=23179986#p23179986"">wrote</a>:</cite>And Cynder will just sit in Concurrent Skies forever then won't she?</div></blockquote><br/><br/>no, why would she? can't she just go somewhere else?</div></blockquote><br/>Well... there is supposed to be a battle there that we close this rp with and move on to the sequel one."
5530,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=975,2015-01-18T14:31:00,Slenderman The CreepyPasta King,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Dragon Realms Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=23183929#p23183929"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Slenderman The CreepyPasta King <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=23182400#p23182400"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>no, why would she? can't she just go somewhere else?</div></blockquote><br/>Well... there is supposed to be a battle there that we close this rp with and move on to the sequel one.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>hey, it's not the whole munitions forge that got destroyed, just 5 passageways and rooms, that's it, the rest is still in tact. Plus you can have Cynder follow them"
5531,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=975,2015-01-18T15:29:00,Caribica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Slenderman The CreepyPasta King <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=23183960#p23183960"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Dragon Realms Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321468&amp;p=23183929#p23183929"">wrote</a>:</cite>Well... there is supposed to be a battle there that we close this rp with and move on to the sequel one.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>hey, it's not the whole munitions forge that got destroyed, just 5 passageways and rooms, that's it, the rest is still in tact. Plus you can have Cynder follow them</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: You guys should really take this conversation to the OOC thread."
5532,Frozen x Spyro Crossover RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321468&start=975,2015-01-28T04:17:00,Bunkeranlage,"The demon armies grew stronger day by day. With the disappearance of the Millennium Items from their resting place (the Millennium Stone of Greenland), the gateway between dimensions was opened. Billions and billions of orcs were literally<span style=""font-style: italic"">farmed</span>on the other side of the gate, while a substantial number of them had crossed over to invade the world. In just a short amount of time, a vast majority of the world had fallen to the demon armies.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>A white mist coagulated by the side of Natal's bed, eventually forming that familiar, grim figure. Natal, despite his hypovolaemic shock and missing eye, could still pick out the person who had materialised in front of him.<br/><br/>""I see the Eye has accepted you"" Shadi said, stressing ever so slightly on the word ""accepted"", as if the Eye was, itself a living thing. In a way, it was, as it contained the innate subconsciousness Items, and had a will of its own to some extent. ""You have been greatly honoured, Commodore Natal. Of all the Items, the Eye is probably the most difficult to control. In fact, it absolutely<span style=""font-style: italic"">destroyed</span>the mind of its previous owner, Kristoff Björklund."" He turned away for a split second, before looking back at Natal and continuing his explanation.<br/><br/>""The Millennium Eye grants you the power to see into the minds and souls of people you meet. It will allow you to peer into the world beyond, thus allowing you to see the incorporeal, or even the second Dimension. Do not worry, for they are, at the very most, only visions or premonitions. Depending on the owner of the Eye, it will have different abilities, which you will have to find out for yourself. Some are unable to handle its power despite their acceptance, and eventually tear it out and kill themselves. Do not fear, for you are a worthy bearer, and I will protect you as long as I can.""<br/><br/>Shadi poured a glass of water, before passing it to Natan. Calling two men over, he ordered them to bandage the right side of Natal's face. ""You need to rest, Natal"", he said, a little more gently. ""I will be on this ship for the time being. Call if you need me.""<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The sea, off the coast of Munitions Forge</span></span><br/><br/>Elsa and company had just arrived at the ISS<span style=""font-style: italic"">Imperium Finlandia</span>'s docking place, having effectively laid waste to Munitions Forge. Baláshev had accompanied them, and so had a number of liberated slaves, numbering some 20. As they climbed onto the colossal warship, the lieutenants barked orders to raise all three of her anchors. The ship had, evidently, been assaulted a number of times since they had docked. It was still seaworthy, though, and that moment, they left the bleak wasteland that was the DRE's weapon factory, setting a course for that great refuge, Copenhagen.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>Despite all their victories, the humans knew that they were the losing side. With at most 20,000 men and 4,500 dragons against an estimated 50 million orcs their chances were extremely slim. Although they had 5 out of 7 of the Millennium Items, that did little, considering the sheer brute force of the orc armies and the malefic overdrive of the Three Dark Masters. Shadi, arguably the most familiar with the power of the Items, was nothing more than a partially disembodied spirit who could only appear from time to time, when he was powerful enough.<br/><br/>Of course, that limiting factor required him to pass the Items to capable wielders, while he kept two for himself. The Eye, he gave to Natal, who had coincidentally received a grievous facial wound that made the Eye much easier to use.<br/><br/>The Necklace, after some pondering, went to Queen Elsa of Arendelle. There was nobody else among them who was capable of using the Necklace quite like Elsa. Also, its power would, no doubt, enhance her own. However, as soon as she put it on, visions of the near and far future struck her like lightning. She reeled back from the shock of the graphic visions, collapsing on the ground and sobbing. ""Oh, how could we have let this happen?...""<br/><br/>Since Jorgen was absent, the Rod was given to Jorgen's Germanic counterpart, Christoph Felix V of Critellardon. He had gathered his men in Copenhagen, the last remaining part of Critellardon that had not fallen to the Dark Masters' armies, bringing with him 1,200 soldiers. Taking him aside in the night, Jayden Shaw revealed the Rod to the King, giving it to him. ""Shadi told me that he would be lending you the Millennium Rod indefinitely"", he said. ""He says you have great potential, and that it should not go to waste.""<br/><br/>Now, all the Items, with the exception of the mysterious Puzzle, were accounted for. The Necklace with Elsa, the Rod with Christoph Felix V, the Eye with Natal, and the Scales and Key with Shadi. Only the Ring was not with them, having been stolen by Yami Anna.<br/><br/>Within the next day, four Demon Commissars swept down upon Caribica, overrunning the island at an unprecedented speed and toppling the government.<br/><br/>And thus began the Resistance."
5533,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492,2014-11-25T16:54:00,TriStates,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #00BF00"">Homecoming</span></span><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i1283.photobucket.com/albums/a558/NikoSuave2/26a8a8ad-ef4e-407f-bac3-cd88a6538113_zpsf8e1143b.jpg""/></div><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321209"" rel=""nofollow"">OOC</a></div></blockquote><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321547"" rel=""nofollow"">Archive</a></div></blockquote><br/><hr/><br/>September 2nd, 2044. The numerical denotation of another day started, right this moment, is being recorded on calenders in homes across every city and nation around the globe. A day of little signifance, acknowledge by most as the simple passing of time. But for you, its more than that. Its the start of another chapter, of a story decades in the making.<br/><br/>Thirty years ago, the world everyone knew was shattered. An explosion of technological progress shot forth across the world, driven by the need for more. More energy, more power, more money, more fame, more knowledge. Always More...<br/><br/>Many blanched at it, calling it a Mania of Selfishness. But for a world begging for a booster shot of innovation, it worked. Artifical Intellegence, Biological Re-Enginnering, Geo-construction, Fusion & Fission Energy; all of this and multitude of other scientific endevors were released into the mainstream market. Of course that of itself isn't novel. Past periods of human innovation met with equal success. But unlike them, this one seemed to have a momentum of its own. It needed no person to start it, it just was. For it was bound to no single nation, and beholden to no one man.<br/><br/>But this same great strength that it had, would also be its greatest curse. Unregulated, it tempted the powers of the world to wage conflicts, on a scale that had not been seen since the end of the World Wars. The Middle East erupted into region-wide mayhem, battle, and destruction. The Far East was once again a battle ground, as the Second Pacific War raged in earnest. And ever so slowly, the world began to see itself spiral away from greatness. And everyone knew it was happening.<br/><br/>Then came a man. A individual with an idea, a goal, and the resources to back it. And like any great thing constructed, it found as much praise as it did condemnation. For some, its represents the shining city on the hill. For others, its a latter-day Tower of Babel. To you, its home. For you have left your country behind you. Your family, your friends, and the world you thought you knew so well. Now, you are in flight across many miles of land and ocean. Thrown together inside the cramp cargo bay of a military aircraft, with hundreds of other people just like you. Some friendly, others are assholes. A few are excited, while others are frightened. All of them are your competition. And they want the same thing you do.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic"">To Survive...</span></div>"
5534,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492,2014-11-26T14:45:00,The Templar High Council,"""We're heading back, boys and girls! Who's ready for another year of Eureka?"" Aiden announced loudly over the roar of the plane. The response was probably louder. Aiden laughed, reclining in his seat on the side of the plane. ""Another year, another trial. Can only guess how hard this year'll be. Everyone says junior year's the toughest.""<br/><br/>A small crowd of junior Defions and sophomores looking to join this year were around Aiden. He was one of the few junior Defion students on this flight, and they looked up to him. They were laughing, shouting, and talking about what they had been doing while out of school. Aiden didn't join in, just listened. He was trying to get his bearings for whatever they might have him do after they arrived."
5535,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492,2014-11-26T14:52:00,Vancon,"The sun shined down onto the the light grey sidewalk. Birds we're signing against the bright blue backdrop, cars we're rolling by, and gunshots rang out across the town. Just an average day at Eureka, the world's spearhead of student endeavors in the military domaines. It was opening day of the new school year, and Val was more then ready.<br/><br/>To protect herself from the enveloping cold winds, she had on her most prized possession, a Burgundy sweater made of wool. It warmed her body as she strolled along and into the courtyard of Eureka. The school's avant garde style was outmatched by the shadow of death created by the host company,<span style=""font-style: italic"">Ravencroft</span>. The dark, grey walls of the seemingly new school gave off a vibe of war and warfare, just what this installation was trying to emulate to better accommodate their future students.<br/><br/>Unlike the majority of the students, Val had been going to this school for a while, and she had a residence on the Eureka grounds. It was a small flat, but more then enough to hold all her supplies thet she left at home. Today was most likely going to be nothing but speeches and speeches and speeches, with a side order of the newbies not knowing anything about this wondrous land of well organized violence."
5536,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492,2014-11-26T14:55:00,Perestroikavo,"Eli shifted his weight around on the uncomfortable seat of the plane as it zoomed through the air at high speeds. Sighing, he flipped another page to his book<span style=""font-style: italic"">Schrodinger's Cat: a Beginner's Guide to Qauntum Physics</span>. He didn't have any luggage, most of his things were back in the library's break room, under a concretete tile. He squinted once more before looking up at the people around him. There was a lot of new faces around the plane, though he recognized a few. Mainly juniors, unfortunately. These people had tried to make his life miserable during his first year, but it was all in all decent, in spite of them.<br/><br/>His eyes wandered again until he noticed a rather attractive catgirl nearly straight across from him, dressed very... Britishly. Eli's eyes flickered over her body briefly, and then he turned bright red and pushed his glasses farther up his nose, burying his face back into his book. This time however, it seemed he couldn't focus on the page. The beastly flying machine made a lot of noise, and that coupled with his own mind kept him from being able to read. Avoiding eye contact with everyone, he slid his book into his pocket and reached into the handbag he carried with him, pulling out his laptop. Opening the cover, the flag of the Soviet Union blazed out at him from the keys in some sort of familiar greeting. Unfortunatly, that was all that lit up before the screen turned blank save for a single phrase.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Battery to low to power on, please plug into charger and wait 15 minutes</span>Letting loose another sigh, Eli slid the laptop back into the bag as well before sitting up. He yawned, covering his mouth. The journey had taken a lot out of him, and he decided it might be time for a nap. The plane had other plans.<br/><br/>Just as Eli leaned his head back against the wall, the transport hit a single bit of turbulance and smacked him about. Grumbling incoherently, he decided that fate was telling him to go do something, and that he best heed her advice. Eli noticed that one of the nicer juniors was sitting down the hold a little bit, and decided to go bother him. Walking was a tentative affair, as Eli didn't feel his best when he wasn't on a ship or solid ground. He slowly made his way over to the large Texan, and crouched down to not appear standing over him. Nearly yelling to be heard over the engines, he gave a simple greeting to the other teen, along with a geniune smile. ""Long time no see Tex, how's it been you ruffian?"" Eli extended his hand to the other student, hoping that the Junior didn't forget his freshman protectorate."
5537,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492,2014-11-26T15:29:00,The GAmeTopians,"Carolin was surrounded by a bunch of seniors who were just talking to each other about how great this year was going to be, so she got up to find another freshman. She saw a young girl who looked to be about Carolin's age sitting alone. The girl's hat poked up like she had... Cat ears? Carolin smiled.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Ooh,</span>she thought.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Another cat partial.</span>Carolin sat down next to the girl.<br/>""Hiya! What's your name? I'm Carolin."""
5538,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492,2014-11-26T15:30:00,Brechalht,ignore
5539,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492,2014-11-26T15:43:00,New Jordslag,"Today, as usual, was not going for Jamie. He was being ignored by people he tried to talk to, and found himself isolated by the circles of friends. He was reminded of school back home, and the things other Students would whisper to each other, behind the teacher's back: ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Ugh, that nerd again</span>"", ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">He just loves to show up and make us feel bad with his self-important presence, doesn't he</span>"", and ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">I heard he gets abused at home. Best to avoid him</span>"". At this last one, he gripped his face and stopped walking. He had not had a good life. His siblings were dead and people blamed it on him because he was around them when they began showing symptoms. The perfect Scapegoat. Stolen from. Teased about his awkward Home situation. Beat up. The list of things that happened to him at school went on. His life became a carefully balanced mask. He put on a brave, pasted-on smile at school and refrained from making friends, for fear that his mask would break down. At home he never looked his parents in the face and did whatever they said. A dark time in his life. He thought more recently, to a few months back. He had been diagnosed with a terrible Disease, much like his siblings. Only this one didn't kill. He lost his hearing. Not all of it. If you spoke louder than usual to his right, he could hear you. But it was enough. He could hardly hear his favorite music, the teasing worsened, and his parents viewed him as a waste of food. He managed to convince them to get him to Eureka, as if they needed any convincing to send him away. He breathed deeply. He wanted to start over here. But even here, people could somehow sense there was something... DIFFERENT about him. He was excluded, just like old times. In defeat, he collapsed next to this Partial cat girl. Looking up upon noticing her presence, he quickly apologized: ""I'm sorry, I didn't think anybody was sitting here!"""
5540,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492,2014-11-26T16:02:00,The Templar High Council,"<blockquote><div><cite>Perestroikavo <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22581120#p22581120"">wrote</a>:</cite>Just as Eli leaned his head back against the wall, the transport hit a single bit of turbulance and smacked him about. Grumbling incoherently, he decided that fate was telling him to go do something, and that he best heed her advice. Eli noticed that one of the nicer juniors was sitting down the hold a little bit, and decided to go bother him. Walking was a tentative affair, as Eli didn't feel his best when he wasn't on a ship or solid ground. He slowly made his way over to the large Texan, and crouched down to not appear standing over him. Nearly yelling to be heard over the engines, he gave a simple greeting to the other teen, along with a geniune smile. ""Long time no see Tex, how's it been you ruffian?"" Eli extended his hand to the other student, hoping that the Junior didn't forget his freshman protectorate.</div></blockquote><br/>Aiden was at first confused, then looked at the face of the other student. ""I'll be damned. Eli! How ya been?"" He stood and firmly grasped the sophomore's hand. It might've hurt. ""SO. You know which league you're gonna join? Defion could always use another soldier."""
5541,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492,2014-11-26T16:05:00,The GAmeTopians,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Jordslag <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22581743#p22581743"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Valston City</span><br/>Today, as usual, was not going for Jamie. He was being ignored by people he tried to talk to, and found himself isolated by the circles of friends. He was reminded of school back home, and the things other Students would whisper to each other, behind the teacher's back: ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Ugh, that nerd again</span>"", ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">He just loves to show up and make us feel bad with his self-important presence, doesn't he</span>"", and ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">I heard he gets abused at home. Best to avoid him</span>"". At this last one, he gripped his face and stopped walking. He had not had a good life. His siblings were dead and people blamed it on him because he was around them when they began showing symptoms. The perfect Scapegoat. Stolen from. Teased about his awkward Home situation. Beat up. The list of things that happened to him at school went on. His life became a carefully balanced mask. He put on a brave, pasted-on smile at school and refrained from making friends, for fear that his mask would break down. At home he never looked his parents in the face and did whatever they said. A dark time in his life. He thought more recently, to a few months back. He had been diagnosed with a terrible Disease, much like his siblings. Only this one didn't kill. He lost his hearing. Not all of it. If you spoke louder than usual to his right, he could hear you. But it was enough. He could hardly hear his favorite music, the teasing worsened, and his parents viewed him as a waste of food. He managed to convince them to get him to Eureka, as if they needed any convincing to send him away. He breathed deeply. He wanted to start over here. But even here, people could somehow sense there was something... DIFFERENT about him. He was excluded, just like old times. In defeat, he collapsed next to this Partial cat girl. Looking up upon noticing her presence, he quickly apologized: ""I'm sorry, I didn't think anybody was sitting here!""</div></blockquote><br/>Carolin turned around, and saw this new person on her other side. In her normal overly loud voice,<br/>""Hiya! I was just talkin' to.. What's yer name? Over here. Who're you? And that's fine, I like new friends!"" She rubbed up next to him like the cat she was."
5542,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492,2014-11-26T16:10:00,New Jordslag,"Jamie was a bit taken back. She actually noticed him beyond being angry at him, and actually wanted to be FRIENDS with him. That moment was probably the most important in his life at that point. ""F-Friends?"" He stuttered. Luckily, she spoke loud enough for his Right ear to catch. ""Okay..."" He fidgeted nervously. He was both amazed and shocked, happy yet saddened, at this strange, loud, cat-girl who wanted to be friends. It didn't help his shifting attitude that she was rubbing against him. ""My name is Jamie. Who are you?"" He asked, settling down a little."
5543,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492,2014-11-26T16:13:00,The GAmeTopians,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Jordslag <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22582096#p22582096"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Valston City</span><br/>Jamie was a bit taken back. She actually noticed him beyond being angry at him, and actually wanted to be FRIENDS with him. That moment was probably the most important in his life at that point. ""F-Friends?"" He stuttered. Luckily, she spoke loud enough for his Right ear to catch. ""Okay..."" He fidgeted nervously. He was both amazed and shocked, happy yet saddened, at this strange, loud, cat-girl who wanted to be friends. It didn't help his shifting attitude that she was rubbing against him. ""My name is Jamie. Who are you?"" He asked, settling down a little.</div></blockquote><br/>""Hi Jamie! I'm Carolin. Incoming freshman. I have a feeling getting to know all the froshes will be a good plan."" She purred quietly, enjoying being surrounded by friends."
5544,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492,2014-11-26T16:19:00,New Jordslag,"Jamie was now being a bit overwhelmed. This girl was a bit TOO Outgoing. She spoke LOUD enough for him to hear her, but she spoke too fast. What was more, she used Lingo he had never heard before in his life. But she was nice enough, and a energetic friend was better than no friend. ""Um, okay."" Finally, his mask broke. He smiled. ""Thanks for being my friend. I don't have many."" He was almost crying, but he bit back the tears. It was a lovely day in a lovely place. He couldn't cry. Not here. Not now. He forced his relieved self to turn to Carolin. ""I work a a Cafe called<span style=""font-style: italic"">Paradox</span>. Ever heard of it?"""
5545,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492,2014-11-26T16:24:00,The GAmeTopians,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Jordslag <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22582193#p22582193"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Valston City</span><br/>Jamie was now being a bit overwhelmed. This girl was a bit TOO Outgoing. She spoke LOUD enough for him to hear her, but she spoke too fast. What was more, she used Lingo he had never heard before in his life. But she was nice enough, and a energetic friend was better than no friend. ""Um, okay."" Finally, his mask broke. He smiled. ""Thanks for being my friend. I don't have many."" He was almost crying, but he bit back the tears. It was a lovely day in a lovely place. He couldn't cry. Not here. Not now. He forced his relieved self to turn to Carolin. ""I work a a Cafe called <span style=""font-style: italic"">Paradox</span>. Ever heard of it?""</div></blockquote><br/>""Don't be sad, I'll be your friend!"" Carolin perked up at the mention of Paradox. ""I'm gonna be working there!"""
5546,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492,2014-11-26T16:26:00,Perestroikavo,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Templar High Council <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22581993#p22581993"">wrote</a>:</cite>Aiden was at first confused, then looked at the face of the other student. ""I'll be damned. Eli! How ya been?"" He stood and firmly grasped the sophomore's hand. It might've hurt. ""SO. You know which league you're gonna join? Defion could always use another soldier.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Eli shook the boys hand and returned the force of the handshake. He assumed it was probably meant to hurt him, but it just felt like a firm handshake. As happy as he was the older teen recognized him, sadness eclipsed his heart. Glancing down at the floor of the plane, he stammered. Errr- well- you see. Eli looked back into the other boy's eyes. I'm joining Leviathon, I've been doing a lot of thinking about it. I figure, it combines armor and artillery, and then I can use it to fight on foot! Eli smiled slyly before replying again. ""You better watch out, I might be coming for you this year"", before giving the large Texan a playful punch on the arm."
5547,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492,2014-11-26T16:36:00,New Jordslag,"For what seemed like the first time in years, Jamie laughed. Not out of pain, defiance, or joy. He laughed because he could. Because he remembered what it was like to be normal. What it was like before everything went wrong. Then he heard what he said. ""Oh, really? Then we'll get to work together!~"" He said in a loud singsong voice. ""Also, one question, Carolin. Is this how you make all your friends?"" He referenced her loud voice and her rubbing against him."
5548,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492,2014-11-26T16:38:00,The GAmeTopians,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Jordslag <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22582373#p22582373"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Valston</span><br/>For what seemed like the first time in years, Jamie laughed. Not out of pain, defiance, or joy. He laughed because he could. Because he remembered what it was like to be normal. What it was like before everything went wrong. Then he heard what he said. ""Oh, really? Then we'll get to work together!~"" He said in a loud singsong voice. ""Also, one question, Carolin. Is this how you make all your friends?"" He referenced her loud voice and her rubbing against him.</div></blockquote><br/>Her head drooped.<br/>""What friends? My family never had time to take me to any parties, because they were obsessed with my brother."""
5549,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492,2014-11-26T16:43:00,New Jordslag,"Jamie felt a twinge of sympathy for this girl. His mask was breaking more and more. Then it was gone. He wanted to pull that sympathy back, to hold it, to use it to become normal. But it was gone, far beyond his reach. He couldn't find sympathy again, for he had kept up his mask of no emotion for so long. ""I see. A lot of families are like that... Older sibling gets all the attention, younger Sibling gets patted on the head and ignored... quite sad. Of course, how would I know? My siblings are dead."" Then he realized he was unveiling his past and quickly straightened himself. ""Anyways, wanna go visit<span style=""font-style: italic"">Paradox?</span>I'll show you around. If you ask nicely, I might even buy you a meal."" He showed her a toothy grin. ""After all, work hasn't started yet."""
5550,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492,2014-11-26T17:20:00,The Templar High Council,"<blockquote><div><cite>Perestroikavo <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22582267#p22582267"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Templar High Council <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22581993#p22581993"">wrote</a>:</cite>Aiden was at first confused, then looked at the face of the other student. ""I'll be damned. Eli! How ya been?"" He stood and firmly grasped the sophomore's hand. It might've hurt. ""SO. You know which league you're gonna join? Defion could always use another soldier.""</div></blockquote><br/>Eli shook the boys hand and returned the force of the handshake. He assumed it was probably meant to hurt him, but it just felt like a firm handshake. As happy as he was the older teen recognized him, sadness eclipsed his heart. Glancing down at the floor of the plane, he stammered. ""Errr- well- you see. Eli looked back into the other boy's eyes. I'm joining Leviathan, I've been doing a lot of thinking about it. I figure, it combines armor and artillery, and then I can use it to fight on foot!"" Eli smiled slyly before replying again. ""You better watch out, I might be coming for you this year"", before giving the large Texan a playful punch on the arm.</div></blockquote><br/>""Leviathan? Is that right..?"" Aiden could hardly hide the disdain in his voice. ""I thought you were better than that, Red. I'm gonna make you regret that."" Even though he was still smiling, nothing could confuse the way Aiden spoke with kindness. Or even rivalry. Closer to hatred, but not that far. Yet. ""You and your squids? Gonna go down, no doubt about it."""
5551,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492,2014-11-26T17:24:00,Republic of Hasgriu,"Daniel looked at everyone on the plane from his seat near the exit. There was a group of Defion soldiers gathered around... what was his name? Ah, yes, Aiden Flint, Defion junior. There were several partials, including three cat partials.<br/>Not having much to do, he eavesdropped on the two first-years next to him, a cat partial and an original. Nothing sounded interesting, until he suddenly heard the word 'Paradox'. Then he heard it again, and again. He knew that place. Used to be a waiter there, until he was fired, he remembered bitterly. He knew that the antique shop that he worked at currently was closing down in a few weeks because of the increasing rent there. Perhaps he could get employment there? He mentally noted the names and faces of those two, Carolin and James, and decided that he would follow them."
5552,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492,2014-11-26T17:32:00,Icrum,"Lizzy was going to respond to Carolin, but when someone else came by and began to talk to her, Lizzy just began to listen to her music. She wanted to introduce herself, but she was to late.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Oh well, I might see her again later, I'll introduce myself then!</span>Lizzy though to herself. As Lizzy sat there, she began to contemplate what her plan was at Eureka Acadamy. Would she be a foot soldier?<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">No, I'm not brave enough.</span>Lizzy thought dismissing it. How about a sailor?<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">FUCK NO! I hate boats.</span>Lizzy thought angrily about that plan.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">The only thing I'm good at, is airplanes. That's my goal. Be the best pilot Eureka has seen!</span>Lizzy thought to herself with a boost of confidence.<br/>""You know what!"" Lizzy whispered to herself ""I'm going to do whatever it takes to be the best pilot. Oh, and I should introduce myself to Carolin.""<br/>""Hello Carolin, the name's Elizabeth. Though most people call me Lizzy"" Lizzy said as she held out her hand for Carolin to shake."
5553,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492,2014-11-26T17:35:00,The GAmeTopians,"<blockquote><div><cite>Icrum <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22582974#p22582974"">wrote</a>:</cite>Lizzy was going to respond to Carolin, but when someone else came by and began to talk to her, Lizzy just began to listen to her music. She wanted to introduce herself, but she was to late.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Oh well, I might see her again later, I'll introduce myself then!</span> Lizzy though to herself. As Lizzy sat there, she began to contemplate what her plan was at Eureka Acadamy. Would she be a foot soldier? <br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">No, I'm not brave enough.</span> Lizzy thought dismissing it. How about a sailor? <br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">FUCK NO! I hate boats.</span> Lizzy thought angrily about that plan. <br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">The only thing I'm good at, is airplanes. That's my goal. Be the best pilot Eureka has seen!</span> Lizzy thought to herself with a boost of confidence.<br/>""You know what!"" Lizzy whispered to herself ""I'm going to do whatever it takes to be the best pilot. Oh, and I should introduce myself to Carolin.""<br/>""Hello Carolin, the name's Elizabeth. Though most people call me Lizzy"" Lizzy said as she held out her hand for Carolin to shake.</div></blockquote><br/>""Hiya!"" Carolin shook Lizzy's hand gladly. ""This is Jamie. I have made it my quest to befriend all of da froshes!"" She held out an invisible sword in front of her and pretended to knight Lizzy. She purred once again in happiness."
5554,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492,2014-11-26T17:35:00,The Orson Empire,"<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://fc09.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2011/338/9/c/mecha_pilot_by_meganerid-d4i5iqz.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Thaddeus Arkenson</a>, commonly known as Thad, sat near the crowd of Defion juniors and sophomores. Thad had decided that he was going to join the Defion league, as no other league really appealed to him as much as Defion had. The league had earned a lot of respect and prestige, and Thad wanted to be one of them.<br/><br/>Thad was a sophomore this year- he had already completed one year at the Eureka Academy. His first year was intense, awkward, and exhausting, but nevertheless, Thad had enjoyed himself. He learned many new skills that he had not even conceived of in the past, and met new people. He did not regret signing up for the S.T.A.G. program, and he even believed that it was the best decision he ever made. He got to do what he loved the most, which was the military, and it provided him with an escape from his tyrannical parents who had tortured him all of his life. It was a no-brainer- he had to sign up again.<br/><br/>Thad had seen a few people he recognized from last year, but he had seen a lot of new people as well (particularly the freshmen, or ""fresh meat"", as Thad liked to call them). He had been looking at his phone earlier, but he had put it away and watched as the freshmen spoke to one another. Then, as Aiden spoke, Thad looked at him. He somewhat recognized Aiden, but he didn't know him, due to they were in different classes. Unlike the others, who were laughing and talking, Thad had stayed silent. Although he had become more social than he used to before, Thad did not have a problem with keeping to himself."
5555,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492,2014-11-26T17:37:00,The GAmeTopians,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Jordslag <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22582463#p22582463"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Valston City</span><br/>Jamie felt a twinge of sympathy for this girl. His mask was breaking more and more. Then it was gone. He wanted to pull that sympathy back, to hold it, to use it to become normal. But it was gone, far beyond his reach. He couldn't find sympathy again, for he had kept up his mask of no emotion for so long. ""I see. A lot of families are like that... Older sibling gets all the attention, younger Sibling gets patted on the head and ignored... quite sad. Of course, how would I know? My siblings are dead."" Then he realized he was unveiling his past and quickly straightened himself. ""Anyways, wanna go visit <span style=""font-style: italic"">Paradox?</span> I'll show you around. If you ask nicely, I might even buy you a meal."" He showed her a toothy grin. ""After all, work hasn't started yet.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Mmm. Food. Though I'm guessing the boss will be putting me to work right away."" She grinned and rubbed up against him once again as she turned towards Lizzy."
5556,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492,2014-11-26T17:41:00,New Jordslag,"""I doubt it. Unlike you, I bothered to read up on Work Hours. Unless he randomly decides to call an early day, there will be enough time for you and me to get used to the Cafe."" Then he looked up at the Other Cat-Girl. Another stranger. Was everybody going to force him to open up? Well, he couldn't hear her name. Unlike this chatterbox next to him, she was too softspoken. With his SSHL, or Sudden Hearing Loss in Layman's terms, he couldn't hear much. ""Excuse me,"" He said, in a loud voice. ""What was your name? I didn't quite catch that."" He was stuck next to two Cat-Woman, one of whom was two loud, the other too quiet. His best dream and worst Nightmare all in one."
5557,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492,2014-11-26T17:42:00,Icrum,"<blockquote><div><cite>The GAmeTopians <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22583042#p22583042"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Jordslag <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22582463#p22582463"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Valston City</span><br/>Jamie felt a twinge of sympathy for this girl. His mask was breaking more and more. Then it was gone. He wanted to pull that sympathy back, to hold it, to use it to become normal. But it was gone, far beyond his reach. He couldn't find sympathy again, for he had kept up his mask of no emotion for so long. ""I see. A lot of families are like that... Older sibling gets all the attention, younger Sibling gets patted on the head and ignored... quite sad. Of course, how would I know? My siblings are dead."" Then he realized he was unveiling his past and quickly straightened himself. ""Anyways, wanna go visit <span style=""font-style: italic"">Paradox?</span> I'll show you around. If you ask nicely, I might even buy you a meal."" He showed her a toothy grin. ""After all, work hasn't started yet.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Mmm. Food. Though I'm guessing the boss will be putting me to work right away."" She grinned and rubbed up against him once again as she turned towards Lizzy.</div></blockquote><br/>Lizzy's stomach began to rumble when she heard food.<br/>""I haven't eaten breakfast, and now I'm starving."" Lizzy said. She put her hands over her stomach and began to moan.<br/>""Do you have any extra food Carolin?"" Lizzy asked Carolin."
5558,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=25,2014-11-26T17:45:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Johannes Sundberg</span></span></div><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Noisy, noisy</span>... Johan sighed softly and leaned forward as everyone around him seemed to be socializing, bustling with excitement over the new year at S.T.A.G. He was excited as well, but was in no mood to show it openly. Besides, it was damn noisy enough. He didn't want to add to it. The hum of the plane's engines weren't helping. They sounded nothing like any of the tanks he had at home. Sighing again he scratched the back of his head and listened more closely to what was around him, and decided that maybe he'd make some friends this early on... Or not.<br/><br/>Moving around carefully so as not to fall over and make a fool of himself, Johan spotted a taller guy with black hair and purplish eyes apparently stalking after a few younger students. What the hell for?<span style=""font-style: italic"">Well</span>, Johan shrugged,<span style=""font-style: italic"">I'd better ask</span>. With his foxy feet he snuck up behind<span style=""color: #FF0000"">Daniel</span>and jabbed a finger at his back.<br/><br/>""Hej..."" Johan said rather softly, but loud enough for him to be heard. ""May I ask, what are you doing?.."""
5559,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=25,2014-11-26T17:48:00,Perestroikavo,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Templar High Council <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22582828#p22582828"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Leviathan? Is that right..?"" Aiden could hardly hide the disdain in his voice. ""I thought you were better than that, Red. I'm gonna make you regret that."" Even though he was still smiling, nothing could confuse the way Aiden spoke with kindness. Or even rivalry. Closer to hatred, but not that far. Yet. ""You and your squids? Gonna go down, no doubt about it.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Eli took the hint from the older boy, who appeared to be rather angry with his choice in profienency. He felt his gut twist as he realized perhaps the only friend he had here probably hated him now. His smile faded. ""You'll see. Us<span style=""font-style: italic"">squids</span>are going to show you up this year, and I'll be the one to help it happen."" He turned away and begin to walk briskly back to his place. However, in an attempt to avoid the girl he had noticed earlier, he tripped and fell into the most embarassing place that he could have landed. Right on her lap. A loud growl from her stomach turned his face beyond crimson red. Spluttering random things, he eventually regained his feet and got out two words. ""I-I'm s-sorry."""
5560,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=25,2014-11-26T17:52:00,The GAmeTopians,"<blockquote><div><cite>Perestroikavo <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22583229#p22583229"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Templar High Council <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22582828#p22582828"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Leviathan? Is that right..?"" Aiden could hardly hide the disdain in his voice. ""I thought you were better than that, Red. I'm gonna make you regret that."" Even though he was still smiling, nothing could confuse the way Aiden spoke with kindness. Or even rivalry. Closer to hatred, but not that far. Yet. ""You and your squids? Gonna go down, no doubt about it.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Eli took the hint from the older boy, who appeared to be rather angry with his choice in profienency. He felt his gut twist as he realized perhaps the only friend he had here probably hated him now. His smile faded. ""You'll see. Us <span style=""font-style: italic"">squids</span> are going to show you up this year, and I'll be the one to help it happen."" He turned away and begin to walk briskly back to his place. However, in an attempt to avoid the girl he had noticed earlier, he tripped and fell into the most embarassing place that he could have landed. Right on her lap. A loud growl from her stomach turned his face beyond crimson red. Spluttering random things, he eventually regained his feet and got out two words. ""I-I'm s-sorry.""</div></blockquote><br/>Carolin laughed when Eli tripped onto Lizzy's lap.<br/>""New friend, Lizzy? Can he be my friend too? And yes, I do have food."" Carolin helped Eli up, and headed back towards the other side of the plane to find her bags."
5561,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=25,2014-11-26T17:58:00,Icrum,"<blockquote><div><cite>The GAmeTopians <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22583273#p22583273"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Perestroikavo <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22583229#p22583229"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Eli took the hint from the older boy, who appeared to be rather angry with his choice in profienency. He felt his gut twist as he realized perhaps the only friend he had here probably hated him now. His smile faded. ""You'll see. Us <span style=""font-style: italic"">squids</span> are going to show you up this year, and I'll be the one to help it happen."" He turned away and begin to walk briskly back to his place. However, in an attempt to avoid the girl he had noticed earlier, he tripped and fell into the most embarassing place that he could have landed. Right on her lap. A loud growl from her stomach turned his face beyond crimson red. Spluttering random things, he eventually regained his feet and got out two words. ""I-I'm s-sorry.""</div></blockquote><br/>Carolin laughed when Eli tripped onto Lizzy's lap.<br/>""New friend, Lizzy? Can he be my friend too? And yes, I do have food."" Carolin helped Eli up, and headed back towards the other side of the plane to find her bags.</div></blockquote><br/>Liza's sat there, starin angrily at the dude that fell in her lap. She then felt that her hat fell off. Her face face immediately reddened as she attempted to hide her cat ears while grabbing her hat.<br/>""After this, I doubt I'll be his friend."" Lizzy remarked angrily."
5562,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=25,2014-11-26T17:58:00,The Templar High Council,"<blockquote><div><cite>Perestroikavo <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22583229#p22583229"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Templar High Council <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22582828#p22582828"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Leviathan? Is that right..?"" Aiden could hardly hide the disdain in his voice. ""I thought you were better than that, Red. I'm gonna make you regret that."" Even though he was still smiling, nothing could confuse the way Aiden spoke with kindness. Or even rivalry. Closer to hatred, but not that far. Yet. ""You and your squids? Gonna go down, no doubt about it.""</div></blockquote><br/>Eli took the hint from the older boy, who appeared to be rather angry with his choice in proficiency. He felt his gut twist as he realized perhaps the only friend he had here probably hated him now. His smile faded. ""You'll see. Us <span style=""font-style: italic"">squids</span> are going to show you up this year, and I'll be the one to help it happen."" He turned away and begin to walk briskly back to his place. However, in an attempt to avoid the girl he had noticed earlier, he tripped and fell into the most embarrassing place that he could have landed. Right on her lap. A loud growl from her stomach turned his face beyond crimson red. Spluttering random things, he eventually regained his feet and got out two words. ""I-I'm s-sorry.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Pfft.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Squids.</span>Hell, even the Whirlybird Chair Force is better than being a Squid."" Those nearest Aiden heard his murmurings, and started arguing whether which other league would last the longest against a full-fledged Defion task force. Though he hated them, he respected the Squids. Sure, they weren't as awesome as Defion, but they had some impressive power. Probably why they'd been at odds with Defion since the school was founded.<br/><br/>After Eli left, Aiden sat back down. He was somewhat lost in thought, not even noticing Thad watching him."
5563,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=25,2014-11-26T18:00:00,Brechalht,ignore
5564,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=25,2014-11-26T18:05:00,New Jordslag,"<blockquote><div><cite>The GAmeTopians <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22583273#p22583273"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Perestroikavo <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22583229#p22583229"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Eli took the hint from the older boy, who appeared to be rather angry with his choice in profienency. He felt his gut twist as he realized perhaps the only friend he had here probably hated him now. His smile faded. ""You'll see. Us <span style=""font-style: italic"">squids</span> are going to show you up this year, and I'll be the one to help it happen."" He turned away and begin to walk briskly back to his place. However, in an attempt to avoid the girl he had noticed earlier, he tripped and fell into the most embarassing place that he could have landed. Right on her lap. A loud growl from her stomach turned his face beyond crimson red. Spluttering random things, he eventually regained his feet and got out two words. ""I-I'm s-sorry.""</div></blockquote><br/>Carolin laughed when Eli tripped onto Lizzy's lap.<br/>""New friend, Lizzy? Can he be my friend too? And yes, I do have food."" Carolin helped Eli up, and headed back towards the other side of the plane to find her bags.</div></blockquote><br/>""Just don't bring any Cat Food. I'm not a Cat Partial, and I plan on eating your food. No use in turning down free food."" He looked bemusedly at Liz. ""That was... Interesting. He probably didn't do it on purpose. Anyway, what was your name? I couldn't hear it."" He had a feeling that interesting things would happen if he stuck with these two."
5565,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=25,2014-11-26T18:13:00,Perestroikavo,"With the most embarassing moment of his life over, Eli sat down, readjusted his glasses by himself and began reading again, waiting for someone to approach him or for the plane to land. Though his eyes were on the text, his mind was replaying the moment over and over again.<span style=""font-style: italic"">God that was so embarassing, I hope that nobody else saw that.</span>He reached into his duffel and switched out his current reading for something a little less academically challenging. The Warhammer 40k Ork Codex, 7th addition. Satisfied, Eli was now ready for the long haul."
5566,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=25,2014-11-26T18:15:00,The Templar High Council,"<blockquote><div><cite>Brechalht <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22583386#p22583386"">wrote</a>:</cite>After adjusting his overcoat, Aaron heard a voice he recognized. The voice wasn't faint in the slightest, nor did he expect anything muted about this particular character. <br/><br/>Respectfully waiting for a rather flustered boy to leave, Ashcroft stepped in. <br/><br/>""Hullo, Aiden.""<br/>He smiled in a business like fashion.<br/><br/>""Already collecting a following, I see? Welcome, new cadets, but don't be fooled. This grandiose character here is part of Defion. A brutal bunch they are, not an ounce of style in them.""<br/><br/>Breaking into a real grin, he put out is hand. ""How are you faring, Tex?""<br/><br/>It had been a while since they last met, but the Texan's personality had gained the respect of Aaron.</div></blockquote><br/>""Asscraft. What brings your little birdy ass over here? Tryin' to convince these boys to get their boots<span style=""font-style: italic"">off</span>the ground?"" Aiden offered no handshake, nor a nod of acceptance. Just a contemptuous sneer.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Aer Vis. Buncha cowards if you ask me.</span>He thought to himself, perpetuating the ""disdain of other branches"" that is so common in the military, though not to this degree. Probably because they were kids, not having to deal with all the horrors of war, but Aiden (obviously) didn't like the other leagues. Enough said."
5567,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=25,2014-11-26T18:15:00,Republic of Hasgriu,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22583182#p22583182"">wrote</a>:</cite> snip</div></blockquote><br/>Daniel yelped in shock and nearly fell. He glanced behind him and saw one of the first-years, a fox partial. He stared at him with an emotionless poker face, without saying a word."
5568,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=25,2014-11-26T18:21:00,Brechalht,ignore
5569,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=25,2014-11-26T18:30:00,Icrum,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Jordslag <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22583445#p22583445"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The GAmeTopians <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22583273#p22583273"">wrote</a>:</cite>Carolin laughed when Eli tripped onto Lizzy's lap.<br/>""New friend, Lizzy? Can he be my friend too? And yes, I do have food."" Carolin helped Eli up, and headed back towards the other side of the plane to find her bags.</div></blockquote><br/>""Just don't bring any Cat Food. I'm not a Cat Partial, and I plan on eating your food. No use in turning down free food."" He looked bemusedly at Liz. ""That was... Interesting. He probably didn't do it on purpose. Anyway, what was your name? I couldn't hear it."" He had a feeling that interesting things would happen if he stuck with these two.</div></blockquote><br/>""The name's Elizabeth, though most people call me Lizzy."" Lizzy responded. She then held out her hand to shake Jamie's hand.<br/>""Jamie, I presume?"" Lizzy asked as she held he hand out."
5570,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=25,2014-11-26T18:34:00,The Great Korean Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Brechalht <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22583630#p22583630"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Ashcroft blinked, then smirked. <br/>""I am indeed, to fly is to free the soul. But, Aer Vis promotes no form of combat other than professionalism.""<br/>He glanced to the cadets for a moment, then looked back.<br/>""We are here to do a job, and do it well. We all need to remember that.""<br/>He withdrew his hand. <br/>""A pleasure as always, Aiden. You haven't really changed a bit. And don't- it suits you.""<br/>With a gallant smile, he prepared to leave.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Well. I see nothing has changed there. What a character, that Aiden.<br/>Typical Defion.</span></div></blockquote><br/><br/>Lee had been quietly sleeping for a while in his seat. It would be another year and apparently this was the toughest year of them all. But he'd make it. He always did. And he awoke up just in time to hear exchange between somebody and Tex calling that somebody Asscraft. As soon as he heard that name he knew instantly who it was. He had stayed silent for a majority of the brief exchange of words, but at the end he said ""Ya, walk away you and go fluff your diseased feathers elsewhere, Asscraft"". Usually Lee was a nice guy. Usually. And that was only to friends and family. Even to the other leagues such as the squids. He was fine with them. Even friendly rivals/friends. But Aer Vis? Fuck them. And he kinda wanted to punch the little fucking pigeon in front of him right now.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Little fucking elitist jackass. </span>"
5571,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=25,2014-11-26T18:37:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Johannes Sundberg</span></span></div><br/>He had not expected that. Johan hopped a foot back, almost fell. ""Jävla helvete!"" he said on impulse. ""A-ah... Jag är ledsen.""<br/>Seeing that this guy was now staring at him like.. Like what, exactly? He cautiously moved up forward, sniffing discreetly.<br/>""Are you alright?"" he asked Daniel, ""I asked, what were you doing? Why were you following those people?"""
5572,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=25,2014-11-26T18:39:00,The Templar High Council,"<blockquote><div><cite>Brechalht <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22583630#p22583630"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Templar High Council <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22583553#p22583553"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Asscraft. What brings your little birdy ass over here? Tryin' to convince these boys to get their boots <span style=""font-style: italic"">off</span> the ground?"" Aiden offered no handshake, nor a nod of acceptance. Just a contemptuous sneer. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Aer Vis. Buncha cowards if you ask me.</span> He thought to himself, perpetuating the ""disdain of other branches"" that is so common in the military, though not to this degree. Probably because they were kids, not having to deal with all the horrors of war, but Aiden (obviously) didn't like the other leagues. Enough said.</div></blockquote><br/>Ashcroft blinked, then smirked. <br/>""I am indeed, to fly is to free the soul. But, Aer Vis promotes no form of combat other than professionalism.""<br/>He glanced to the cadets for a moment, then looked back.<br/>""We are here to do a job, and do it well. We need to remember that. I am not sure where you figure cowardice enters the equation.""<br/>He withdrew his hand. <br/>""A pleasure as always, Aiden. You haven't really changed a bit. And don't- it suits you.""<br/>With a gallant smile, he prepared to leave.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Well. I see nothing has changed there. What a character, that Aiden.<br/>Typical Defion.</span></div></blockquote><br/>Aiden tipped a nonexistent hat to Aaron. ""I'll take that as a compliment, Birdy. I'm me, and there ain't no problem with that."" Aaron left, so Aiden didn't get to refute his statements about ""cowardice not entering the equation"" and his attempt to say that Aiden didn't do his job. He did his job<span style=""font-style: italic"">too</span>well: keeping anything on the ground that isn't Defion out of the way. Even if it meant knocking Invictus for a spin on more than one occasion. Asscraft can say whatever he wants about professionalism and how Aer Vis is so grand, but Aiden had no plans to take anything he said to heart. He just rolls with the punches, and always comes out on top.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>The Great Korean Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22583844#p22583844"">wrote</a>:</cite>He had stayed silent for a majority of the brief exchange of words, but at the end he said ""Ya, walk away you and go fluff your diseased feathers elsewhere, Asscraft"". Usually Lee was a nice guy. Usually. And that was only to friends and family. Even to the other leagues such as the squids. He was fine with them. Even friendly rivals/friends. But Aer Vis? Fuck them. And he wanted to punch the little fucking pigeon in front of him right now. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Little fucking elitist jackass. </span></div></blockquote><br/>And the Defion gang laughed their heads off at that one, including Aiden. ""Nice one, Lee. Little fuckin' Tweety-Birds, the lot of 'em."""
5573,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=25,2014-11-26T18:44:00,Perestroikavo,"Eli sighed and glanced up. Reading was impossible with Aiden and the rest of his motley crew yucking it up at the expense of Aer Vis. He sighed before coming to his feet and setting his books down again. Cupping his hands around his mouth, he gave a holler towards the entire group. ""You all talk about cowardice, but you're the ones who hide behind lots of armor and bomb enemies from a distance, you little doggies. Just give it a break already."" Eli sat down, satisfied with his remarks, and looked directly at Aiden."
5574,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=25,2014-11-26T18:45:00,Republic of Hasgriu,"""Stop sniffing me. Those people,"" Daniel point in their general direction,""work in a restaurant I used to work in. I wanted to see if I could get re-employed, so I am keeping an eye on them. Also, what does jävla helvete mean?"""
5575,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=25,2014-11-26T18:51:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Johannes Sundberg</span></span></div><br/>""Ehh?.."" Johannes took a step back. ""I'm sorry..."" He stared down at his feet, his face red with shame. The mention of the profanity further embarrassed him. The boy looked up, shaking his head. ""You don't want to know..""<br/><br/>He looked over at the other people for a moment, his hands clasped behind his back. Re-employed, huh? That means he either resigned or was fired... It could well be the latter. He turned back to Daniel with a blank expression and blinked twice.<br/>""Why follow them then? Can't you... Can't you just go over to the restaurant later and apply again for a job? he asked, but since it was a longer sentence, his Swedish accent became more noticeable and he sighed right after it."
5576,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=25,2014-11-26T18:56:00,The Templar High Council,"<blockquote><div><cite>Perestroikavo <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22583994#p22583994"">wrote</a>:</cite>Eli sighed and glanced up. Reading was impossible with Aiden and the rest of his motley crew yucking it up at the expense of Aer Vis. He sighed before coming to his feet and setting his books down again. Cupping his hands around his mouth, he gave a holler towards the entire group. ""You all talk about cowardice, but you're the ones who hide behind lots of armor and bomb enemies from a distance, you little doggies. Just give it a break already."" Eli sat down, satisfied with his remarks, and looked directly at Aiden.</div></blockquote><br/>""You watch your mouth, Red. Ain't much better when yer a couple miles offshore on a boat. Might as well be the same thing, in fact."" Aidne called out to Eli across the cabin. ""We're just enjoying our return to school. Can't fault us for that."" A couple of Defion guys around Aiden chuckled at that last remark."
5577,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=25,2014-11-26T19:01:00,Republic of Hasgriu,"Still keeping the poker face, Daniel replied,""I want to have them put in a good word for me. My current job is not able to provide for me."" He quickly glanced at Carolin and James to check where they were."
5578,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=25,2014-11-26T19:02:00,Perestroikavo,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Templar High Council <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22584173#p22584173"">wrote</a>:</cite>""You watch your mouth, Red. Ain't much better when yer a couple miles offshore on a boat. Might as well be the same thing, in fact."" Aidne called out to Eli across the cabin. ""We're just enjoying our return to school. Can't fault us for that."" A couple of Defion guys around Aiden chuckled at that last remark.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Eli pushed up his glasses for a third time, thouroughly annoyed. ""Enjoying it at the expense of others? Forgive me if I don't find that very entertaining. Besides, who knows? Maybe when we land on Elegy beach and us Marines show up the pansies you call soldiers over there, I'll make you eat that jacket you always wore last year. What was it, a denim jacket?"""
5579,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=25,2014-11-26T19:03:00,Ironbarrow,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">""Mithras""<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">(Ciciliano)</span></span><br/><br/>Ciciliano, unofficially known as Mithras, clenched and un-clenched his hand as his eyes quickly flicked from one person to another on the plane. He dare not say a word; someone might respond if he does.<span style=""font-style: italic"">The smell</span>. Yes, yes.<span style=""font-style: italic"">He can smell them</span>. They surround him at this very moment, the Partials attempting to blend in with the normal humans; Jackals. Laughing as their kind do, the Lion unsuspectingly and joyfully laughing along with them whilst thinking it may have found a friend. But he would not be deceived. The second the Lion is weak the Jackals close in like the filthy and disgusting vermin they are. It was only a matter of time.<br/><br/>In time he would be forced to associate and work alongside them. Their ears or tails fluttering about every time they hear something of interest. One day he would like them all up and tear off those disgusting pieces of flesh slowly, meticulously, and with much fervor. But for now he would silently observe the foe. He clenched his teeth and his eyes widened and his face shook for a moment. A trickle of blood rolled down his lower lip, Ciciliano having accidentally bitten his flesh in his little moment. He watches it slide before wiping it away after a few moments."
5580,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=25,2014-11-26T19:07:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Johannes Sundberg</span></span></div><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Oh, wow</span>..<span style=""font-style: italic"">I haven't thought of that</span>. Johan frowned to himself. What if his parents forgot to send him money or something? He might need to get a job here, just in case. Even though he was a little kid. It was perfectly fine, as his mother had prepared him for this. She knew he'd have to or would want to work eventually. While Daniel was looking over at the two people from earlier, Johan asked, ""Do you think I could work there, too?"""
5581,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=25,2014-11-26T19:10:00,The Orson Empire,"Thad simply watched as the whole argument between Aer Vis and Defion went on. Thad looked at Ashcroft with contempt- he hated that fucker and all of his other little cronies. He considered all of them to be weaklings and cowards, and not worthy of being apart of this program. However, Thad kept silent...until he heard Lee make his comment on the matter. Thad had to respond to that.<br/><br/>He turned to Lee and said,""Nice one, man. Good to see these jackasses getting theirs."""
5582,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=25,2014-11-26T19:11:00,The Templar High Council,"<blockquote><div><cite>Perestroikavo <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22584251#p22584251"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Templar High Council <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22584173#p22584173"">wrote</a>:</cite>""You watch your mouth, Red. Ain't much better when yer a couple miles offshore on a boat. Might as well be the same thing, in fact."" Aiden called out to Eli across the cabin. ""We're just enjoying our return to school. Can't fault us for that."" A couple of Defion guys around Aiden chuckled at that last remark.</div></blockquote><br/>Eli pushed up his glasses for a third time, thoroughly annoyed. ""Enjoying it at the expense of others? Forgive me if I don't find that very entertaining. Besides, who knows? Maybe when we land on Elegy beach and us Marines show up the pansies you call soldiers over there, I'll make you eat that jacket you always wore last year. What was it, a denim jacket?""</div></blockquote><br/>""Hey, I don't question you reading World of Warcraft or whatever that is."" Laughs from the Defion crowd. Not Aiden though. He was on a roll. ""Actually, it's corduroy. Can't expect you to tell from the other side of Heartbreak, though."" More laughs. Aiden had finished talking, but his gaze never broke with Eli's."
5583,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=50,2014-11-26T19:13:00,Republic of Hasgriu,"""Depends on what you can do... you never told me your name. I am a pianist and skilled with money, so I could most likely be a cashier, or a pianist. I know they have a piano somewhere."""
5584,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=50,2014-11-26T19:17:00,Perestroikavo,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Templar High Council <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22584380#p22584380"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Hey, I don't question you reading World of Warcraft or whatever that is."" Laughs from the Defion crowd. Not Aiden though. He was on a roll. ""Actually, it's corduroy. Can't expect you to tell from the other side of Heartbreak, though."" More laughs. Aiden had finished talking, but his gaze never broke with Eli's.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The sheer audacity of the comment sent Eli into fits. ""Warhammer 40k, WARHAMMER 40k! And if you must know, its an activity that requires tactics, something that you piss-poor lot probably couldn't even understand. Besides, we have the biggest guns you great ape. You can't argue with our Iowa-Class battleships. 45,000 tons of pure freedom, all focused against you and your artillery crew and tanks, quaking in their doggy boots as the bombardment destroys with impunity!"""
5585,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=50,2014-11-26T19:29:00,The Great Korean Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Perestroikavo <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22584474#p22584474"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Templar High Council <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22584380#p22584380"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Hey, I don't question you reading World of Warcraft or whatever that is."" Laughs from the Defion crowd. Not Aiden though. He was on a roll. ""Actually, it's corduroy. Can't expect you to tell from the other side of Heartbreak, though."" More laughs. Aiden had finished talking, but his gaze never broke with Eli's.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The sheer audacity of the comment sent Eli into fits. ""Warhammer 40k, WARHAMMER 40k! And if you must know, its an activity that requires tactics, something that you piss-poor lot probably couldn't even understand. Besides, we have the biggest guns you great ape. You can't argue with our Iowa-Class battleships. 45,000 tons of pure freedom, all focused against you and your artillery crew and tanks, quaking in their doggy boots as the bombardment destroys with impunity!""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Lee nodded and said ""Thanks, Thad. This year we are going to make sure those Aer Vis cronies get what's coming. We'll blow them out of the sky"". He then heard what Eli said which caused him to turn and stare at him incredulously. ""What did you just say? Biggest guns? Well I hope your battleships say hello to our anti-ship missiles while we sink you all down to the bottom of the ocean. So how about you get your Iowa-class battleships and shove it up your ass""."
5586,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=50,2014-11-26T19:34:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Johannes Sundberg</span></span></div><br/>""Oh,"" Johan beamed, choosing to ignore the little turnabout going on somewhere else on the plane. He could hear them all very clearly just throwing insults at each other. ""I'm Johannes Sundberg, but you can just call me Johan. I can run fast, see, smell, and hear things that are far off, and I play a little violin and guitar, I can paint, and I can write a good story as well.""<br/><br/>Then he moved closer since the guy seemed to be still following the other guys. ""What do you think I could be good for in such a restaurant? I mean, if I can't get into it, then I'll have to look for a job elsewhere."""
5587,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=50,2014-11-26T19:36:00,The GAmeTopians,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22584741#p22584741"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Johannes Sundberg</span></span></div><br/>""Oh,"" Johan beamed, choosing to ignore the little turnabout going on somewhere else on the plane. He could hear them all very clearly just throwing insults at each other. ""I'm Johannes Sundberg, but you can just call me Johan. I can run fast, see, smell, and hear things that are far off, and I play a little violin and guitar, I can paint, and I can write a good story as well.""<br/><br/>Then he moved closer since the guy seemed to be still following the other guys. ""What do you think I could be good for in such a restaurant? I mean, if I can't get into it, then I'll have to look for a job elsewhere.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Hmm. What makes you think that this guy can help you, seeing as he's stalking us to convince us to get him a job? Trust me, that's not the way to go."" Carolin was standing a few feet from them, with bags of chips in her hands."
5588,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=50,2014-11-26T19:37:00,Perestroikavo,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Great Korean Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22584674#p22584674"">wrote</a>:</cite>Lee nodded and said ""Thanks, Thad. This year we are going to make sure those Aer Vis cronies get what's coming. We'll blow them out of the sky"". He then heard what Eli said which caused him to turn and stare at him incredulously. ""What did you just say? Biggest guns? Well I hope your battleships say hello to our anti-ship missiles while we sink you all down to the bottom of the ocean. So how about you get your Iowa-class battleships and shove it up your ass"".</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Eli walked up to the man he identified as Lee from the banter and towered over him. ""You heard me, biggest GUNS, not missiles you moron. This is what I'm talking about, you people don't know the difference between guns and missiles. How can you even hope to win a battle with troops like this? And as for the shoving it up my ass comment, I'm not quite sure that it would fit. It's pretty large, but then again, I forget that your puny brain can't imagine something that big."""
5589,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=50,2014-11-26T19:42:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Johannes Sundberg</span></span></div><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Helvete</span>... thought Johan scornfully as he turned and saw a red-haired girl watching him and the black-haired guy who was stalking them. He'd gotten careless, as he'd obviously not been able to see her moving around them already. He clenched his fist in irritation.<br/><br/>""I-I don't know.. I've never really.. Worked for money before.."" he mumbled, looking up at Carolin, then at Daniel."
5590,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=50,2014-11-26T19:45:00,The Templar High Council,"<blockquote><div><cite>Perestroikavo <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22584780#p22584780"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Great Korean Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22584674#p22584674"">wrote</a>:</cite>Lee nodded and said ""Thanks, Thad. This year we are going to make sure those Aer Vis cronies get what's coming. We'll blow them out of the sky"". He then heard what Eli said which caused him to turn and stare at him incredulously. ""What did you just say? Biggest guns? Well I hope your battleships say hello to our anti-ship missiles while we sink you all down to the bottom of the ocean. So how about you get your Iowa-class battleships and shove it up your ass"".</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Eli walked up to the man he identified as Lee from the banter and towered over him. ""You heard me, biggest GUNS, not missiles you moron. This is what I'm talking about, you people don't know the difference between guns and missiles. How can you even hope to win a battle with troops like this? And as for the shoving it up my ass comment, I'm not quite sure that it would fit. It's pretty large, but then again, I forget that your puny brain can't imagine something that big.""</div></blockquote><br/>Aiden stood in front of Eli. Those three inches making a difference to a passerby, but not to the defiant Defion ""General"". ""You can insult me, and you can insult the weapons I use. But you WILL! NOT! insult my men. Is that clear, Squid?"" Aiden was furious at this point. When Eli announced his league, he was disappointed. Now, he wanted to beat him senseless.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">C'est la vie.</span>"
5591,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=50,2014-11-26T19:46:00,Icrum,"<blockquote><div><cite>The GAmeTopians <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22584775#p22584775"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22584741#p22584741"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Johannes Sundberg</span></span></div><br/>""Oh,"" Johan beamed, choosing to ignore the little turnabout going on somewhere else on the plane. He could hear them all very clearly just throwing insults at each other. ""I'm Johannes Sundberg, but you can just call me Johan. I can run fast, see, smell, and hear things that are far off, and I play a little violin and guitar, I can paint, and I can write a good story as well.""<br/><br/>Then he moved closer since the guy seemed to be still following the other guys. ""What do you think I could be good for in such a restaurant? I mean, if I can't get into it, then I'll have to look for a job elsewhere.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Hmm. What makes you think that this guy can help you, seeing as he's stalking us to convince us to get him a job? Trust me, that's not the way to go."" Carolin was standing a few feet from them, with bags of chips in her hands.</div></blockquote><br/>""Ooo! Chips!"" Lizzy said grabbing a bag of chips. She the looked over at the dude that fell on her lap.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">He said Warhammer 40K. I've heard that before. Oh yeah! Dad played it with his friends. I wonder if this dude will show me how to play.</span>Lizzy thought as she ate her chips.<br/>""Oh yeah! Thank you Carolin for the chips!"" Lizzy said with a smile on her face."
5592,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=50,2014-11-26T19:49:00,The GAmeTopians,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22584832#p22584832"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Johannes Sundberg</span></span></div><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Helvete</span>... thought Johan scornfully as he turned and saw a red-haired girl watching him and the black-haired guy who was stalking them. He'd gotten careless, as he'd obviously not been able to see her moving around them already. He clenched his fist in irritation.<br/><br/>""I-I don't know.. I've never really.. Worked for money before.."" he mumbled, looking up at Carolin, then at Daniel.</div></blockquote><br/>""You're welcome Lizzy. And you,"" She said pointing at Johan. ""It's usually not a good idea to take advice from a stalker. I don't know how he expected to convince us to 'put in a good word for him', but I'm sure nothing good.""<br/>EDIT: stupid quotations."
5593,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=50,2014-11-26T19:53:00,Perestroikavo,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Templar High Council <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22584874#p22584874"">wrote</a>:</cite>Aiden stood in front of Eli. Those three inches making a difference to a passerby, but not to the defiant Defion ""General"". ""You can insult me, and you can insult the weapons I use. But you WILL! NOT! insult my men. Is that clear, Squid?"" Aiden was furious at this point. When Eli announced his league, he was disappointed. Now, he wanted to beat him senseless.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">C'est la vie.</span></div></blockquote><br/><br/>Eli looked slightly down on Aiden. How could he have been friends with such a character at one point. Oh well, that came with being a freshman, he guessed. Eli began speaking, pushing the point of his finger into Aiden's chest with every word to accentuate the point. ""I. Will. Insult. Whomever. I. Damn. Well. Please."" Eli had hoped he could have maintained this friendship, but now he was almost begging for an excuse to hit the older boy."
5594,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=50,2014-11-26T19:54:00,Republic of Hasgriu,"'Anjing. They heard us.' Daniel thought. ""Let me guess, enhanced hearing from the cat genes? Or was I too loud?"" he asked Carolin."
5595,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=50,2014-11-26T19:55:00,The GAmeTopians,"<blockquote><div><cite>Republic of Hasgriu <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22584998#p22584998"">wrote</a>:</cite>'Anjing. They heard us.' Daniel thought. ""Let me guess, enhanced hearing from the cat genes? Or was I too loud?"" he asked Carolin.</div></blockquote><br/>""Both."" Carolin spat. ""And you can get away from us. All of us."""
5596,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=50,2014-11-26T19:57:00,The Great Korean Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Perestroikavo <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22584780#p22584780"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Great Korean Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22584674#p22584674"">wrote</a>:</cite>Lee nodded and said ""Thanks, Thad. This year we are going to make sure those Aer Vis cronies get what's coming. We'll blow them out of the sky"". He then heard what Eli said which caused him to turn and stare at him incredulously. ""What did you just say? Biggest guns? Well I hope your battleships say hello to our anti-ship missiles while we sink you all down to the bottom of the ocean. So how about you get your Iowa-class battleships and shove it up your ass"".</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Eli walked up to the man he identified as Lee from the banter and towered over him. ""You heard me, biggest GUNS, not missiles you moron. This is what I'm talking about, you people don't know the difference between guns and missiles. How can you even hope to win a battle with troops like this? And as for the shoving it up my ass comment, I'm not quite sure that it would fit. It's pretty large, but then again, I forget that your puny brain can't imagine something that big.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Lee snarled and stood up equaling Eli in height if not a little bit bigger. ""Well either way we still win you ignorant little squid. Because we still have the biggest GUN. Ever heard of the Little David, Schwerer Gustav, Big Bertha, Karl-Gerät for example? All of which are guns which are much bigger than anything your battleships have and used by<span style=""font-style: italic"">ground forces</span>. And especially our atomic cannons which can send your entire fleet down to the bottom of the ocean. So fuck off before you regret it""."
5597,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=50,2014-11-26T19:58:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Johannes Sundberg</span></span></div><br/>Johan felt ridiculous. He wanted to be nice to everyone, but this situation had him cramped. He glanced at the girl, then at the boy, then sighed deeply. Looking over his shoulder he saw that the argument had escalated and looked like it was going to turn into a scuffle. He stood up and watched them from afar. He looked ready to pounce in between them to stop whatever was coming about.<br/><br/>Then there seemed to be another argument rising up and he was in between.<br/>""But..."" he said to Carolin, confused and frustrated, ""It's okay... Really. There's no need to be mean..."""
5598,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=50,2014-11-26T19:59:00,The Templar High Council,"<blockquote><div><cite>Perestroikavo <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22584989#p22584989"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Templar High Council <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22584874#p22584874"">wrote</a>:</cite>Aiden stood in front of Eli. Those three inches making a difference to a passerby, but not to the defiant Defion ""General"". ""You can insult me, and you can insult the weapons I use. But you WILL! NOT! insult my men. Is that clear, Squid?"" Aiden was furious at this point. When Eli announced his league, he was disappointed. Now, he wanted to beat him senseless.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">C'est la vie.</span></div></blockquote><br/>Alek looked slightly down on Aiden. How could he have been friends with such a character at one point. Oh well, that came with being a freshman, he guessed. Alek began speaking, pushing the point of his finger into Aiden's chest with every word to accentuate the point. ""I. Will. Insult. Whomever. I. Damn. Well. Please."" Alek had hoped he could have maintained this friendship, but now he was almost begging for an excuse to hit the older boy.</div></blockquote><br/>""Then do it. I swear I'll knock your ass out. Whatever the hell anyone says about my league, let it never be said we are without pride, honor, and commitment."" Aiden didn't back down, didn't break his gaze. If he weren't on his way to Eureka again, he already would've decked Eli. Then again, he wouldn't have met Eli if it weren't for Eureka. But he'd already committed to his actions: no backing down.<br/><br/>""Lee. Hold. We're past comparing guns. This... is a more serious matter."""
5599,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=50,2014-11-26T20:00:00,Republic of Hasgriu,"<blockquote><div><cite>The GAmeTopians <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22585013#p22585013"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Republic of Hasgriu <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22584998#p22584998"">wrote</a>:</cite>'Anjing. They heard us.' Daniel thought. ""Let me guess, enhanced hearing from the cat genes? Or was I too loud?"" he asked Carolin.</div></blockquote><br/>""Both."" Carolin spat. ""And you can get away from us. All of us.""</div></blockquote><br/>""If I had a parachute, I could probably jump out, if you want. Do you know where the parachutes are kept? I want a souvenir."""
5600,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=50,2014-11-26T20:05:00,Perestroikavo,"]<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22585200#p22585200"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Johannes Sundberg</span></span></div><br/>""Hey, please..."" Johan pleaded, looking from one person to the other. ""Stop. Or... I'll.. I'll nip you. For real."" he threatened them, though he looked far from threatening at the moment. It was true however, he could, given the chance, immobilize them with a swift blow. But it seemed that doing so would be harder with the cat partial. She had almost as good senses as he did, he guessed.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Eli turned to stare at the young freshman threatening him, and just stared. He slowly raised a finger to his lips like a true librarian, and made one sound. ""Shhhhhh."" Glancing back toward Aiden, who appeared to be making a similar gesture, he looked apologetically. Outstretching his hand, he offered an apology. ""Hey man, I was just annoyed at the noise that was being made. Don't take any of it personally."" He leaned in a little closer. ""I still despise Aer Vis just as much as you lot do."""
5601,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=50,2014-11-26T20:07:00,The Orson Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Perestroikavo <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22584989#p22584989"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Templar High Council <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22584874#p22584874"">wrote</a>:</cite>Aiden stood in front of Eli. Those three inches making a difference to a passerby, but not to the defiant Defion ""General"". ""You can insult me, and you can insult the weapons I use. But you WILL! NOT! insult my men. Is that clear, Squid?"" Aiden was furious at this point. When Eli announced his league, he was disappointed. Now, he wanted to beat him senseless.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">C'est la vie.</span></div></blockquote><br/><br/>Alek looked slightly down on Aiden. How could he have been friends with such a character at one point. Oh well, that came with being a freshman, he guessed. Alek began speaking, pushing the point of his finger into Aiden's chest with every word to accentuate the point. ""I. Will. Insult. Whomever. I. Damn. Well. Please."" Alek had hoped he could have maintained this friendship, but now he was almost begging for an excuse to hit the older boy.</div></blockquote><br/>Thad had had enough of this argument. He was tired of this little punk insulting Defion and thinking he could get away with it. Thad's infamous bad temper had now completely overcame him.<br/><br/>""Would you please just shut the fuck up and sit the fuck down?!"" Thad yelled to Eli. ""I have had enough of your asinine nonsense! I will come over there and beat the living hell out of you if you don't shut up!!"""
5602,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=50,2014-11-26T20:08:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Johannes Sundberg</span></span></div><br/>""Hey, please..."" Johan pleaded, looking from one person to the other. ""Stop. Or... I'll.. I'll nip you. For real."" he threatened them, though he looked far from threatening at the moment. It was true however, he could, given the chance, immobilize them with a swift blow. But it seemed that doing so would be harder with the cat partial. She had almost as good senses as he did, he guessed."
5603,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=50,2014-11-26T20:14:00,Republic of Hasgriu,"Daniel turned to face Johan,"" But I really want a parachute as a souvenir! Then I can call it something, like Richthofen."""
5604,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=50,2014-11-26T20:19:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Johannes Sundberg</span></span></div><br/>""Huh?"" Johan gave Daniel a funny look. ""The Red Baron?"" He frowned harder and began to wonder why he'd want a parachute in the first place. Was it sarcasm? No.. It didn't feel like it. He shrugged and shook his head. ""I don't know where they're kept, unfortunately."" Once again, Johan looked at what seemed to be the beginning of a physical altercation. He honestly wanted to join in as well, but he could get hurt in the process. As far as he knew, Freshmen getting into fights with older kids never ended up well."
5605,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=50,2014-11-26T20:19:00,The Templar High Council,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22585200#p22585200"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Johannes Sundberg</span></span></div><br/>""Hey, please..."" Johan pleaded, looking from one person to the other. ""Stop. Or... I'll.. I'll nip you. For real."" he threatened them, though he looked far from threatening at the moment. It was true however, he could, given the chance, immobilize them with a swift blow. But it seemed that doing so would be harder with the cat partial. She had almost as good senses as he did, he guessed.</div></blockquote><br/>Aiden broke his stare with Eli to turn his intimidating gaze on the freshman. He looked... so weak. Maybe not<span style=""font-style: italic"">weak</span>, but not particularly strong either. He remembered why he decided to soldier: to protect people and make his dad proud. Would this make him proud?<br/><br/>Aiden looked down at Eli's hand, and grasped it. Still no smile, still no words. Just a handshake.<br/><br/>Then he turned and returned to his seat. Almost all of the passengers were watching the confrontation, and resumed talking after he sat down. He didn't even notice the silence, all the blood rushing to his head."
5606,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=50,2014-11-26T20:28:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Johannes Sundberg</span></span></div><br/>At hearing his begging tone, one of the two who seemed to be ready to fight turned to him with that angry expression. But Johan only looked unaffected. He showed no signs of fear. He just smiled nervously and waved. The other then brought a finger close to his mouth and shushed him. Johan frowned. Anyway, the guys seemed to back down now, and Johan sighed with relief. Did that actually work? His pathetic pleading? Well, that's a good sign, he assumed. It could help him later. Being puny and everything..."
5607,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=50,2014-11-26T20:35:00,Republic of Hasgriu,"Daniel begins frantically looking for the parachutes, checking under the seats, on the walls, even on the ceiling. Then he wanders off to look for a map of the plane."
5608,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=75,2014-11-26T20:36:00,Icrum,"After the fight between Eli and the other dude, Lizzy walked over to Eli.<br/>""Hey Eli, right? I overheard you said something about Warhammer 40K, and I'm pretty interested. My dad plays it frequently back in London. Can you explain it some more please? I'm very interested."" Lizzy said as she neared Eli. She was still eating her chips when she began to get thirsty.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">I'll wait until I'm done with Eli before I get whatever dad packed me for a drink.</span>Lizzy thought to herself as she looked at Eli."
5609,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=75,2014-11-26T20:51:00,TriStates,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Mile High Poker Flight</span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cast:</span><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i1283.photobucket.com/albums/a558/NikoSuave2/white-wings_zps24bfeb64.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Saito ""White Knight"" Tsukuda (Invictus)</a>,<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i1283.photobucket.com/albums/a558/NikoSuave2/tb-guy_zps9bcfc407.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Joshua ""Hazard"" Fisk(Invictus)</a>,<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i1283.photobucket.com/albums/a558/NikoSuave2/25b4e907-b0c6-4ef3-bc86-36d099d4e1cb_zpsdf888a00.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Varsonofy ""Alphabet"" Krestovozdvizhensky(Invictus)</a>,<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://s1283.photobucket.com/user/NikoSuave2/media/sergeant_oddball_by_lordsjaak-d6j0rhi_zpsa6034b81.png.html"" rel=""nofollow"">Jessica ""Oddball"" O'Flattery(Invictus)</a><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Setting:</span>Cargo Bay of Ravencroft<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://media.defenceindustrydaily.com/images/AIR_C-5_Galaxy_Over_SF_Bay_lg.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">C-5 Galaxy Transport Flight Golf-Six-Bravo-<br/>Niner</a><br/><hr/><br/><br/>""Shit!"" cursed a Aer Vis cadet loudly, accenting her obvious displeasure by throwing her hand of cards down on the empty oil drum that served those gathered as a make-shift table. This was her seventh lousy hand. Seventh! Of course, everyones hand seemed FUBAR whenever you played with these Invictus guys... The crowd behind her echoed her disgust with a mixture reactions. A few groaned in symphathy of her plight, while a few satsified themselves with chuckles at her misfortune. Either way, there was no way she could keep this up.<br/><br/>""Out.. I'm out damn you!"" she shouted, saving her armor-peircing glare for the most visible cause of her misfortune. An Invictus Colonel by the name of Saito Tsukuda, though everyone at that academy refered to him by his callsign, White Knight, or simply Knight. Thanks to him, she was $800 USD's in the hole!<br/><br/>""Hey Air Bear,"" commented Saito to her back as she walked away from the table, needling the Aer Vis cadet by using the deragatory term for her League. ""When you call the Payroll Office. Tell'em I say hello."" That confident, Colgate-white smile of his gleamed smirkishly, embracing the bird that was flipped at him as the losing cadet stalked away in a huff.<br/><br/>""I return, and in I am for couple more, yes?!"" hollared a scrawny looking man with a deep Russian inflection in his English. Approaching the poker group, he stole the seat the Aer Vis cadet had newly vacated. Leuitenant Varsonofy Krestovozdvizhensky was his name. Of course, since people could hardly say that, let alone spell it, he had earned the ever so appropriate nom de plum, Alphabet.<br/><br/>""Alright, alright, settle down you damn pirates! Lets get back to the deal,"" declared Field Marshal Joshua ""Hazard"" Fisk with a grin as he delt out the cards, making sure to include their Russian compatriot. Having newly reappeared from his sudden adventure of walking drunkenly around the plane.<br/><br/>""Pair of cowboys for Oddball,"" commented Joshua as Sergeant Major Jessica ""Oddball"" O'Flattery laid down her cards with confidence. Seeing that his friend Saito was eyeing his cards under his hand, his poker face stoic as ever, Josh continued his announcing with a sly grin.<br/><br/>""Possible straight for the Knight.""<br/><br/>""Shit..."" intoned Alphabet mournfully, glancing back and forth from Oddball to White Knight. He didn't have a chance in hell of holding his cards against hands like that...<br/><br/>""Possible foot up the Knights ass,"" muttered Jessica, which Saito retaliated by making obnoxious kissing noises in her direction. Joshua chuckled at the antics of his friends and allies-at-arms. Oddball had, and always would be, a sore loser. But that just made the game more amusing.<br/><br/>""Oh, a pair of twos for the Alphabet. Lookin' good!"" continued Joshua, clapping the skinny blonde Russian on the arm.<br/><br/>""But I am sorry, ladies and gents,"" continued Joshua with a excited grin as he laid down his hand, causing all those playing and watching to groan aloud.<br/><br/>""Oh, come on!"" uttered Varsonofy darkly.<br/><br/>""Now there's a bold move,"" declared Jessica chuckling at the Russians brooding facial expression.<br/><br/>""All right, lets keep this up. OK... Oooh!"" Now it was his turn to croak in displeasure, as Jessica held up an pair of Aces, a sharktooth grin on her face.<br/><br/>""Never mess with the Irish Green.""<br/><br/>""Jesus! What are you, mad at me or something Oddball?"" inquired the Field Marshal with a sour chuckle as he folded.<br/><br/>""Nah, I just want your money,"" shot back the Invictus woman good-naturedly.<br/><br/>Taking a sip from a coke can he kept on the floor at his side, the Field Marshal almost spluttered the fizzy drink all over the gathered cards as he saw Saito place his latest hand down.<br/><br/>""Hey! Look at that. A trio of nines. Pretty!""<br/><br/>Varsonofy looked at the Field Marshal suspiciously. All he had been getting this entire time was shit cards. He might as well wipe his ass with the hand he had right now.<br/><br/>""You shuffle that deck?""<br/><br/>""I most certainly did,"" stated the Field Marshal placatingly, patting the Russian teenager on his cheek.<br/><br/>""Nines bets. I'll raise it two bits,"" called Saito, leaning back calmly in his seat.<br/><br/>""Call."" motioned Jessica, glancing around furitively, as if daring anyone to met her bet.<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Ohooiet'</span>, we all got thumbs up our asses..."" cursed Varsonofy, bushy eyebrows nitting together in frustration as he folded. Today was just not his damn day.<br/><br/>""Well, you won't for much longer,"" stated Jessica, ""I got a buddy in Intel that tells me we ship out to the Sims in a week after we hit Naverone.""<br/><br/>""Yeah, yeah I been hearing ""next week"" for a month."" muttered Varsonofy.<br/><br/>""I didn't know you knew anybody in Intelligence, Oddball."" Saito drawled casually, causing the whole table to burst out laughing as Jessica turned red as a beet. While she was counted among the best in the field, when it came to book work of any kind, Jessica just couldn't get with the program.<br/><br/><div align=""center"">Oh how the mighty live!</div>"
5610,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=75,2014-11-26T20:54:00,Perestroikavo,"Eli glanced up at the chip crunching menace that was looming over him before recognizing the girl he fell on a while ago. His face turned a bit red, but other than that he was fine. Shocked, actually, at the fact that a girl was interested in 40K. ""Well, I have an unspoken agreement to keep my codex away for the trip, but I can always go into more depth at my job in the library if you ever visit."" She stared at him and continued munching her chips as he rambled on. ""Yes, I can, to answer your question. Basically, you have your own personal army, and you try to destroy the other persons, while they do the same thing."" Reaching into his bag, he pulled out a case containing his 80 or so figurines, as well as pulling out a few mechanized units and a Mega-Gargant, ready to explain. ""We start with the most simple unit, infantry, in this case, an Ork Boy. They form bigger mobs and are known collectively as 'Da Boyz'..."" Ten or so minutes later, Eli had given a more or less crash course to the girl. Noticing she had consumed most of the chips, he decided she must be thirsty. ""Here, have this."" He produced a wafted bottle and tossed it to her."
5611,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=75,2014-11-26T21:08:00,Icrum,"<blockquote><div><cite>Perestroikavo <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22585811#p22585811"">wrote</a>:</cite>Eli glanced up at the chip crunching menace that was looming over him before recognizing the girl he fell on a while ago. His face turned a bit red, but other than that he was fine. Shocked, actually, at the fact that a girl was interested in 40K. ""Well, I have an unspoken agreement to keep my codex away for the trip, but I can always go into more depth at my job in the library if you ever visit."" She stared at him and continued munching her chips as he rambled on. ""Yes, I can, to answer your question. Basically, you have your own personal army, and you try to destroy the other persons, while they do the same thing."" Reaching into his bag, he pulled out a case containing his 80 or so figurines, as well as pulling out a few mechanized units and a Mega-Gargant, ready to explain. ""We start with the most simple unit, infantry, in this case, an Ork Boy. They form bigger mobs and are known collectively as 'Da Boyz'..."" Ten or so minutes later, Eli had given a more or less crash course to the girl. Noticing she had consumed most of the chips, he decided she must be thirsty. ""Here, have this."" He produced a wafted bottle and tossed it to her.</div></blockquote><br/>""Huh. Interesting. I'm going to get into this now."" Lizzy said before Eli tossed her the water bottle.<br/>""Thanks for the offer, but I got a drink already. Thanks for talking to me!"" Lizzy said as she walked off. She the reached her bag and pulled out the bag of drinks her dad packed. When she opened it up, her heart sank.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Really dad, Iced Tea? You know I hate that.</span>Lizzy thought disappointedly. She then saw a folded price of paper in the bag. It read<span style=""font-style: italic"">Just because you aren't around anymore that doesn't mean I can't mess with you. Love, Dad.</span>after Lizzy read the note, she saw a folded peace of paper taped to the note. When she opened it up, it was a picture of the troll face. Lizzy then folded the note back up, put it in her pocket, and to her disdain, drank the tea."
5612,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=75,2014-11-26T23:21:00,Isle of Lithonia,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Templar High Council <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22585370#p22585370"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22585200#p22585200"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Johannes Sundberg</span></span></div><br/>""Hey, please..."" Johan pleaded, looking from one person to the other. ""Stop. Or... I'll.. I'll nip you. For real."" he threatened them, though he looked far from threatening at the moment. It was true however, he could, given the chance, immobilize them with a swift blow. But it seemed that doing so would be harder with the cat partial. She had almost as good senses as he did, he guessed.</div></blockquote><br/>Aiden broke his stare with Eli to turn his intimidating gaze on the freshman. He looked... so weak. Maybe not <span style=""font-style: italic"">weak</span>, but not particularly strong either. He remembered why he decided to soldier: to protect people and make his dad proud. Would this make him proud?<br/><br/>Aiden looked down at Eli's hand, and grasped it. Still no smile, still no words. Just a handshake.<br/><br/>Then he turned and returned to his seat. Almost all of the passengers were watching the confrontation, and resumed talking after he sat down. He didn't even notice the silence, all the blood rushing to his head.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Jason Reed</span></div><br/><br/>Another year. Another year to hone his skills, test his strength. Another year to prove himself worthy of being called the greatest pilot in all of Eureka. And another year to make use of all he was taught. He'd make his mother proud.<br/><br/>But for now, he had to start all over. From the beginning.<br/><br/>Every consecutive year, it got easier to acclimate to the environment. And this year, it felt like he was merely heading back home. Back to the life that fit him perfectly.<br/><br/>And he wondered what rank he'd be given this year. He'd finally got used to people actually obeying his orders, rather than always merely obeying others.<br/><br/>His thoughts were rudely interrupted by the sounds of a heated argument, and he turned to see what the source of the noise was. A smirk crossed his face when he saw that it was Tex, having another argument with a Leviathan officer. Honestly, these arguments seemed to never end.<br/><br/>The Colonel stood up, licked some dirt off his wrist, and then slowly but proudly strode over to his old Defion rival. His tail swept to and fro when he stopped in front of the man, a smile on his face. ""Good day, Tex. Are you already pissing off some squids?"""
5613,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=75,2014-11-26T23:38:00,Brechalht,ignore
5614,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=75,2014-11-26T23:39:00,The Templar High Council,"<blockquote><div><cite>Isle of Lithonia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22587399#p22587399"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Templar High Council <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22585370#p22585370"">wrote</a>:</cite>Aiden broke his stare with Eli to turn his intimidating gaze on the freshman. He looked... so weak. Maybe not <span style=""font-style: italic"">weak</span>, but not particularly strong either. He remembered why he decided to soldier: to protect people and make his dad proud. Would this make him proud?<br/><br/>Aiden looked down at Eli's hand, and grasped it. Still no smile, still no words. Just a handshake.<br/><br/>Then he turned and returned to his seat. Almost all of the passengers were watching the confrontation, and resumed talking after he sat down. He didn't even notice the silence, all the blood rushing to his head.</div></blockquote><br/>His thoughts were rudely interrupted by the sounds of a heated argument, and he turned to see what the source of the noise was. A smirk crossed his face when he saw that it was Tex, having another argument with a Leviathan officer. Honestly, these arguments seemed to never end. <br/><br/>The Colonel stood up, licked some dirt off his wrist, and then slowly but proudly strode over to his old Defion rival. His tail swept to and fro when he stopped in front of the man, a smile on his face. ""Good day, Tex. Are you already pissing off some squids?""</div></blockquote><br/>The Defion gang surrounding Aiden looked up, ready to fight after what just happened. But as Aiden noticed who it was, he stood and told the others ""Stand down. This one's alright."" Aiden stepped through and over the group of guys, grabbing Jason's hand forcefully and shaking hard.<br/><br/>""Well lookie here. We got Mr. Junior Chair Force himself! Jason 'Archangel' Reed. S'been a while. How ya been since last year?"" Aiden hated a lot of people in the other leagues. Like,<span style=""font-style: italic"">a lot</span>. But there were 2 types he respected: superior officers, and those who he went through Invictus with. Jason was the latter; Aiden knew him before the leagues split everyone up. The two of them and Valerie were fairly good friends that first year, and Aiden could accept their... below average choice of league because of that."
5615,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=75,2014-11-26T23:50:00,Isle of Lithonia,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Templar High Council <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22587552#p22587552"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Defion gang surrounding Aiden looked up, ready to fight after what just happened. But as Aiden noticed who it was, he stood and told the others ""Stand down. This one's alright."" Aiden stepped through and over the group of guys, grabbing Jason's hand forcefully and shaking hard.<br/><br/>""Well lookie here. We got Mr. Junior Chair Force himself! Jason 'Archangel' Reed. S'been a while. How ya been since last year?"" Aiden hated a lot of people in the other leagues. Like, <span style=""font-style: italic"">a lot</span>. But there were 2 types he respected: superior officers, and those who he went through Invictus with. Jason was the latter; Aiden knew him before the leagues split everyone up. The two of them and Valerie were fairly good friends that first year, and Aiden could accept their... below average choice of league because of that.</div></blockquote><br/>Jason returned the handshake, and gave the Texan a playful slug on the arm. ""Things have been well, although I've been bored out of my wits. I am just looking forward to getting in a cockpit again and lighting up some private's tail.""<br/><br/>He chuckled lightly, and continued. ""So, how've you been? And where's Val? I thought she would have been here with us, but I'm not catching any glimpse of her."""
5616,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=75,2014-11-26T23:58:00,Icrum,"<blockquote><div><cite>Brechalht <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22587539#p22587539"">wrote</a>:</cite>Moving away from the aft of the craft, Aaron decided it was best to extract himself from the argument that was simmering. <br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">One can't speak to their rivals nowadays without an argument.</span><br/><br/>He thought back to the stories he had been told by old commanding officers. At one point, factional strive had not been so virulent, even though rivalries had always stood.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">No matter, no harm was done.</span><br/><br/>Seeing his seat had been taken by some napping freshman, he decided to find a new on rather than wake the poor kid.<br/><br/>Habitually adjusting his overcoat and blue tie, he sat down slightly more forward than his previous seat next to a girl who seemed to be from Great Britain.<br/><br/>""Oh, hullo. Do you hail from around the metropole, by chance?"" He asked her, not bothering to confirm her nationality.</div></blockquote><br/>""Huh? Oh! Aaron! I haven't seen you in a while!"" Lizzy said as she turned to face the dude sitting next to her. She met Aaron before back in London. When Lizzy was walking home from school during a nasty storm when she was 7, Aaron invited Lizzy into his house until the rain stopped.<br/>""I can't belive we are actually going to STAG together? What league are you in?"" Lizzy asked Aaron, hoping to catch up. She put her iced tea down and then turned to face Aaron completely, and with a smile."
5617,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=75,2014-11-27T00:00:00,The Templar High Council,"<blockquote><div><cite>Isle of Lithonia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22587634#p22587634"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Templar High Council <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22587552#p22587552"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Defion gang surrounding Aiden looked up, ready to fight after what just happened. But as Aiden noticed who it was, he stood and told the others ""Stand down. This one's alright."" Aiden stepped through and over the group of guys, grabbing Jason's hand forcefully and shaking hard.<br/><br/>""Well lookie here. We got Mr. Junior Chair Force himself! Jason 'Archangel' Reed. S'been a while. How ya been since last year?"" Aiden hated a lot of people in the other leagues. Like, <span style=""font-style: italic"">a lot</span>. But there were 2 types he respected: superior officers, and those who he went through Invictus with. Jason was the latter; Aiden knew him before the leagues split everyone up. The two of them and Valerie were fairly good friends that first year, and Aiden could accept their... below average choice of league because of that.</div></blockquote><br/>Jason returned the handshake, and gave the Texan a playful slug on the arm. ""Things have been well, although I've been bored out of my wits. I am just looking forward to getting in a cockpit again and lighting up some private's tail.""<br/><br/>He chuckled lightly, and continued. ""So, how've you been? And where's Val? I thought she would have been here with us, but I'm not catching any glimpse of her.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Yeah, I can't wait to get my hands on sweet, sweet Delilah again."" Aiden sighed at the thought. But I'm not telling you who Delilah is. I need some secrets.<br/><br/>""Y'know? I heard Val was Junior class rep. Pretty sure she's waiting for us at home, probably gonna be there when we land."" Aiden took a boxing stance, and punched Jason back, laughing as he did.<span style=""font-weight: bold"">This</span>is the real Aiden Flint. Not the guy who was about to kill a cocky squid, or the one making fun of others for amusement. The Aiden who was down-to-earth, friendly, and playful. Probably not gonna see him that often though. Pity, he's more fun to type.<br/><br/>Anyways, Aiden stepped out of his stance to look around. ""So where's your flyboy gang? Sorry, you don't call 'em gangs. Where are the 'Aer Vis recruits'?"""
5618,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=75,2014-11-27T00:05:00,Brechalht,ignore
5619,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=75,2014-11-27T00:16:00,Icrum,"<blockquote><div><cite>Brechalht <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22587730#p22587730"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Icrum <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22587689#p22587689"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Huh? Oh! Aaron! I haven't seen you in a while!"" Lizzy said as she turned to face the dude sitting next to her. She met Aaron before back in London. When Lizzy was walking home from school during a nasty storm when she was 7, Aaron invited Lizzy into his house until the rain stopped. <br/>""I can't belive we are actually going to STAG together? What league are you in?"" Lizzy asked Aaron, hoping to catch up. She put her iced tea down and then turned to face Aaron completely, and with a smile.</div></blockquote><br/>His brow furrowed a moment, then he recognized her.<br/><br/>""Pardon me, I didn't recognize you! It has been a long while Eliza- no, Lizzy. Fancy meeting you here! I am a junior now, in Aer Vis. You are a freshman, I suppose? -fancy meeting you here, after all those years...""<br/>He gave her warm handshake. <br/><br/>""How are you? Please, let's catch up.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Well, last time I saw you was at your 14th birthday. Our parents just loved to talk."" Lizzy said. She spent a fair amount of time with Aaron; after all, their parents did work together. This had lead to a buildup of love for Aaron. She didn't want to admit it though, with a three year difference between them it's be weird.<br/>""And your Aer Vis?! I would love to join Aer Vis! I love fighter jets and the sorts! I wish I could join you........."" Lizzy said disgruntled. She truly wanted to be in Aer Vis, but she knew that she'd have to go through a year of Invictus first.<br/>""But enough about STAG. What have you been doing these last few years?"" Lizzy asked Aaron."
5620,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=75,2014-11-27T00:23:00,Brechalht,ignore
5621,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=75,2014-11-27T00:31:00,Icrum,"<blockquote><div><cite>Brechalht <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22587893#p22587893"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Icrum <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22587828#p22587828"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Well, last time I saw you was at your 14th birthday. Our parents just loved to talk."" Lizzy said. She spent a fair amount of time with Aaron; after all, their parents did work together. This had lead to a buildup of love for Aaron. She didn't want to admit it though, with a three year difference between them it's be weird.<br/>""And your Aer Vis?! I would love to join Aer Vis! I love fighter jets and the sorts! I wish I could join you........."" Lizzy said disgruntled. She truly wanted to be in Aer Vis, but she knew that she'd have to go through a year of Invictus first.<br/>""But enough about STAG. What have you been doing these last few years?"" Lizzy asked Aaron.</div></blockquote><br/>He smiled at her comments about Aer Vis. <br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Too bad she couldn't join.</span><br/>""Mum and Sir Ashcroft are dead."", he said it flatly, willing himself not to dive too deep.<br/>""An accident, at the Eleon Institute. I can tell you more later. But come 21, I will inherit the estate and the title. It happened about 7 months ago. <br/>The summer has been- hard. But I look forward to flying again.""<br/>He swallowed, and changed the subject.<br/>""How is your father? After he left Eleon, we seem to have lost contact.""</div></blockquote><br/>""I'm sorry to hear about your loss Aaron. Truly."" Lizzy said sadly. She remembered going to their funerals. She didn't know how they died, she just knew the died.<br/>""But my dad is fine. He got a job to create partials for families. He also is still playing with his friends and that jazz."" Lizzy said in a happier tone. She then heard her phone's ringtone, pulled out the phone, and saw it was her dad.<br/>""Give me some time, I've got to answer this phone call."" Lizzy said as she walked to find a quiter place to talk over the phone."
5622,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=75,2014-11-27T00:54:00,Brechalht,ignore
5623,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=75,2014-11-27T01:05:00,Republic of Hasgriu,"Daniel sighed as he trudged back to his seat. The parachutes were in the crew cabin, no way he could get in there without being noticed-he was no partial. Johannes had disappeared somewhere else, and he had no hope of getting a job at Paradox. Nothing seemed to be going his way. 'Oh well,' he thought, 'At least I get to fly.' He pulled out Xiao Bao Bei and began composing a waltz."
5624,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=75,2014-11-27T01:17:00,Vancon,"After Entering the school grounds and looking over the materials in the Leviathan league room, Val trudged through the school's corridors and went over to the arrivals area. Eureka is a place like none other, seeing as most kids go to school via a bus or simply walking. At the start of the year for Eureka, most students came by plane. However, the plane is seen as a kind of hell, which os one of the major reasons why she got a home away from home on the Eureka Campus. She was almost certain that someone was fighting with someone, and that it smelled like pure sweat and ass, both things that she really didn't need to be a part of.<br/><br/>As she walked over to arrivals, she took a slight detour. On the airfield, there resides a multitude of hangars that boast an immense quantity of aircraft, ranging from carrier aircraft like the F-4's of old and the F/A-18 Super Hornet of the early century. Hell, somehow Eureka even got it's hands on a couple of F-35's, and those were sweet. All of this is quite literally a naval aviator's wet dream. She went inside of the 17th hangar, and inside she said hello to her baby. A twin seat F/A-18F, that she used as a personal aircraft. Underneath her name next to the cockpit, she had a collection of kill-marks from her missions along with both the Leviathan logo and her own one, which was a pentagon with Sakura at each of the points with nothing in between.<br/><br/>She would take people on tours of the campus when they first arrive in her baby, hone her skills, and even take it out on combat missions, of which she had been on quite a few. With a significantly higher amount of live-fire exercises then most other people, and a summer of doing nothing but fly on Ravencroft's dime, her skills were almost unmatched, except of course for one of her long time friends, an occasional partner, and the head of Air Vis, who was most likely dying aboard the inbound flight. But where there was one, the other was sure to be as well. This other individual was an arrogant, yet still highly prideful bastard in charge of Defion. As much as a prick him and his league would be, he was still a man to be respected and treated with care. Even the biggest of pricks could be thoughtful, and his feeling towards his team are unrivaled, and thus one of the main reasons she put up with him.<br/><br/>After her little detour, she went back and waited at the terminal with an eye to the sky and a hand in a bag of all-dressed chips, in wait of those who would be arriving, especially the new fighter jocks and her long time friends."
5625,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=75,2014-11-27T01:58:00,Arana,"Kai sat alone in the back of the plane, quietly observing his<del>competition</del>fellow classmates. All of the people around him at the moment were just normal humans... originals, or whatever it was that they were called around here. He felt bad for them, to be honest. They were just human, but he was better than human. He was a shark. Well, technically he was still pretty much human, not that he considered himself one. A few of them, noticing him, gave him weird looks, most likely due to the bluish-green skin visible underneath his shirt, shorts, and sandals, but he didn't even notice. All he noticed was how hungry he was. He'd been hungry a lot lately, the reason of which was something to do with his metabolism according to his parents, not that he really cared. Rummaging through the bag of assorted stuff he had with him, he pulled out the snack he'd made himself for the plane: a small, raw tuna. They were one of his favorite foods back home, even before he became all sharky, although he had generally eaten them cooked before. In full view of the other students watching him, he took a big bite out of the fish, grinning at the disgusted reaction of the others. A few more bites and the fish was gone, and he sat back in his seat, wondering if anybody would be willing to talk to him after that. Not that he cared much."
5626,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=75,2014-11-27T05:07:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Johannes Sundberg</span></span></div><br/>Backing away from the previously hostile officers, Johan stumbled off as the plane continued. He sighed softly and took his seat again between a rowdy kid and a not-so-rowdy kid. He was sleeping though, and had his jacket pulled over his head. Again shutting himself out from the noise, Johan tried to relax, but his nose caught something powerful. Something that made him damn hungry. Ravenous, to be exact. The boy shot up out of his seat and began to move quickly past seats to the source of the fishy smell. There he saw a boy eating raw fish. On impulse he drifted closer, and closer, then realizing he smelled shark as well. He'd seen and smelled one before. So he knew what it was like. What was even weirder was that it was human. No, he was partial, obviously. Johan sniffed the fish discreetly and poked Kai on the shoulder.<br/><br/>""Hey..."" he said softly, licking his lips. His tongue was considerably longer. Canine. ""Do you mind if I have some of that?"" he asked, beginning to salivate because he was so close to the smell."
5627,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=75,2014-11-27T05:25:00,Arana,"Kai glanced up at the other boy, licking a bit of fish blood off of his face. It was the best part after all.<br/><br/>""Err... I already finished it, but I might have another...""<br/><br/>Digging through his bag, he pulled out another larger one, then ripped it in half with his teeth, getting a considerable amount of fish blood on his face. The smell of it gave him a rush, as if it were a drug. For a moment he zoned out a bit, caught up in the smell, but then handed the smaller half of the fish to the other kid before devouring his own."
5628,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=75,2014-11-27T06:29:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Johannes Sundberg</span></span></div><br/>""Thanks!"" Johan yawped, taking the fish from Kai<span style=""font-style: italic"">with his teeth</span>. But because he was a master of precision, he made sure he didn't hurt the boy's hand. Right after, he darted back and disappeared. Not really though, as the sound of him crunching into the fish was clear. That meant he was nearby. Once he was finished, he returned to Kai.<br/><br/>""Thanks again!"" he beamed, licking his lips repeatedly, making sure no scraps were left.<br/><br/>He looked around him, a few kids stared, disgusted... With looks that said, 'Freak'. But Johan simply shrugged it off and extended a hand out towards Kai, smiling brightly. ""I'm Johannes Sundberg of Sweden! And what's your name, good sir?"""
5629,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=75,2014-11-27T06:41:00,Arana,"For just a moment, Kai, just a tiny bit blood-crazed, considered biting the boy's hand off. But that would have gotten him in all kinds of trouble, something he'd learned the hard way back home... that guy's scar would never go away. He'd almost been arrested, and what was worse, he hadn't even been able to eat the hand!<br/><br/>""No problem...""<br/><br/>Seeing the various looks and assuming they were directed at him, Kai smiled at the others, revealing his rather sharp teeth, all of them capable of biting off a limb. They quickly looked away.<br/><br/>""Kai. Kai Kamohoali'i. Straight from the Aloha State. So, what're you, a dog or something? Never eaten one of those..."""
5630,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=75,2014-11-27T09:59:00,Isle of Lithonia,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Templar High Council <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22587697#p22587697"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Yeah, I can't wait to get my hands on sweet, sweet Delilah again."" Aiden sighed at the thought. But I'm not telling you who Delilah is. I need some secrets.<br/><br/>""Y'know? I heard Val was Junior class rep. Pretty sure she's waiting for us at home, probably gonna be there when we land."" Aiden took a boxing stance, and punched Jason back, laughing as he did. <span style=""font-weight: bold"">This</span> is the real Aiden Flint. Not the guy who was about to kill a cocky squid, or the one making fun of others for amusement. The Aiden who was down-to-earth, friendly, and playful. Probably not gonna see him that often though. Pity, he's more fun to type.<br/><br/>Anyways, Aiden stepped out of his stance to look around. ""So where's your flyboy gang? Sorry, you don't call 'em gangs. Where are the 'Aer Vis recruits'?""</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Delilah, eh? Wonder if he finally got a girl.</span>Jason wouldn't have been amazed were it the case. Aiden was quite the manly, jock-type, and was popular with many of the young ladies in the Academy (primarily from Invictus, with all them starry-eyed freshmen). He knew at least a hundred young ladies that would die just to have some alone time with the school star.<br/><br/>But that's just the kind of guy Tex was, and he wasn't all too arrogant about it.<br/><br/>Jason's ears twitched atop his head. Val a Junior Class Rep? It shouldn't have surprised him. Val was the commanding, and popular type. No wonder she got the position. But still, Val? His old rival and dear friend? And to think that it was just a couple years ago that him, Tex and Val had first landed here. They'd been completely green then, not knowing shit about real warfare. But look at them now: all of them had risen in power and authority, and to top it off, Val had become a class Rep?<br/><br/>He really had to see her now, and give her proper congratulations.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Class rep, eh? We've all grown, quite significantly.</span><br/><br/>At the mention of the rest of Aer Vis, Jason scratched his neck. ""They're here and there all around the plane. I wanted to get a nap in before we landed, so I told them to disperse around the crowd."" His face grew serious. ""But my nap was somewhat cut short by some impertinent yelling and scuffling coming from this direction.""<br/><br/>But he couldn't fake it for too long, so after a second or two, he cracked a smile. ""Just teasing you, Tex.""<br/><br/>Jason began ordering his hair (which ordering consisted of licking the back of his wrist and hand, and running it through his hair; amazingly, his saliva was actually almost as pure as water, and it also had something of a sweet scent to it, so it actually wasn't unsanitary).<br/><br/>""But in all seriousness,"" Lick. ""I cannot wait to get off this plane."" Lick. ""Things are just too loud and cramped for me."" Lick. ""And I really would like to see Val,"" Lick. ""And catch up with her."" Final lick."
5631,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=75,2014-11-27T10:50:00,The Templar High Council,"<blockquote><div><cite>Isle of Lithonia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22590862#p22590862"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Templar High Council <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22587697#p22587697"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Yeah, I can't wait to get my hands on sweet, sweet Delilah again."" Aiden sighed at the thought. But I'm not telling you who Delilah is. I need some secrets.<br/><br/>""Y'know? I heard Val was Junior class rep. Pretty sure she's waiting for us at home, probably gonna be there when we land."" Aiden took a boxing stance, and punched Jason back, laughing as he did. <span style=""font-weight: bold"">This</span> is the real Aiden Flint. Not the guy who was about to kill a cocky squid, or the one making fun of others for amusement. The Aiden who was down-to-earth, friendly, and playful. Probably not gonna see him that often though. Pity, he's more fun to type.<br/><br/>Anyways, Aiden stepped out of his stance to look around. ""So where's your flyboy gang? Sorry, you don't call 'em gangs. Where are the 'Aer Vis recruits'?""</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Delilah, eh? Wonder if he finally got a girl.</span> Jason wouldn't have been amazed were it the case. Aiden was quite the manly, jock-type, and was popular with many of the young ladies in the Academy (primarily from Invictus, with all them starry-eyed freshmen). He knew at least a hundred young ladies that would die just to have some alone time with the school star. <br/><br/>But that's just the kind of guy Tex was, and he wasn't all too arrogant about it. <br/><br/>Jason's ears twitched atop his head. Val a Junior Class Rep? It shouldn't have surprised him. Val was the commanding, and popular type. No wonder she got the position. But still, Val? His old rival and dear friend? And to think that it was just a couple years ago that him, Tex and Val had first landed here. They'd been completely green then, not knowing shit about real warfare. But look at them now: all of them had risen in power and authority, and to top it off, Val had become a class Rep? <br/><br/>He really had to see her now, and give her proper congratulations. <br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Class rep, eh? We've all grown, quite significantly.</span><br/><br/>At the mention of the rest of Aer Vis, Jason scratched his neck. ""They're here and there all around the plane. I wanted to get a nap in before we landed, so I told them to disperse around the crowd."" His face grew serious. ""But my nap was somewhat cut short by some impertinent yelling and scuffling coming from this direction.""<br/><br/>But he couldn't fake it for too long, so after a second or two, he cracked a smile. ""Just teasing you, Tex."" <br/><br/>Jason began ordering his hair (which ordering consisted of licking the back of his wrist and hand, and running it through his hair; amazingly, his saliva was actually almost as pure as water, and it also had something of a sweet scent to it, so it actually wasn't unsanitary). <br/><br/>""But in all seriousness,"" Lick. ""I cannot wait to get off this plane."" Lick. ""Things are just too loud and cramped for me."" Lick. ""And I really would like to see Val,"" Lick. ""And catch up with her."" Final lick.</div></blockquote><br/>""Well maybe we oughta be louder then!"" Aiden laughed, then stopped to watch Jason... clean himself. ""I'll never get used to that. Ever. Gives me the heebie-jeebies."" He shivered in response.<br/><br/>""We almost there yet? It wasn't this long last year, I don't think."" With nowhere to turn his ire, Aiden could only look around the cabin where the students were, aimlessly checking to see how much time they had left."
5632,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=75,2014-11-27T10:53:00,Isle of Lithonia,"The planes began their descent, shaking lightly from the turbulence. Jason nodded to the Texan and walked back over to his gear. ""Alright people, get ready for a landing!""<br/><br/>Whether or not the teens were prepared, the planes finally touched down at Navarone Proving Center. As the back of the cargo planes opened, several Ravencroft Security officers walked in, yelling and swearing. One officer in particular acted as a mouthpiece. ""Alright, you little pricks! Get the fuck in line! Upperclassmen to the front, and the rest of you pussies to the fucking rear! Get a move on!!!""<br/><br/>Jason picked up his gear, and headed outside where the officers were forcing everyone into a pseudo-proper formation. Okay, by forcing, we mean they were grabbing, dragging, lifting, and chucking all the greenies into place.<br/><br/>The man yelled out again. ""AtenHUT!""<br/><br/>The upperclassmen snapped to attention, along with those freshmen that figured out what they were to do. The man walked up and down the ranks. And while he walked, he gave a little speech.<br/><br/>He talked about how wonderful life would be here at the Academy, how non-violent things were, how peaceful the cadets had to be. He spoke of unicorns, butterflies...<br/><br/>Ok, he actually laid into everyone.<br/><br/>""If war is Hell, then Eureka is the Lake of fucking Fire, pricks. We will make your lives shit. We'll rip you to pieces, swallow you, and shit you out. And those who survive...<br/><br/>""Those who survive will prove that they are the toughest, strongest, bravest, and greatest of all. They are soldiers, and we fucking intend on making you into them.<br/><br/>""Soon enough, you will be given a proper introductory speech from POE, the head of the whole fucking island. So, remain in this vicinity until he comes.<br/><br/>""But for now, DISMISSED!!!!!""<br/><br/><br/>The officers allowed the formation to disperse as the kids began to mill around, waiting for that famed speech from POE.<br/><br/>And at that time, Jason finally caught a glimpse of Val, and rushed over to her. ""Valerie!!! Congrats on making Rep!!! It's been way to long since I've seen you!!!"""
5633,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=100,2014-11-27T11:21:00,The Templar High Council,"<blockquote><div><cite>Isle of Lithonia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22591432#p22591432"">wrote</a>:</cite>The officers allowed the formation to disperse as the kids began to mill around, waiting for that famed speech from POE.<br/><br/>And at that time, Jason finally caught a glimpse of Val, and rushed over to her. ""Valerie!!! Congrats on making Rep!!! It's been way to long since I've seen you!!!""</div></blockquote><br/>Get up. Get out. Stand at attention. Get yelled at. Something expected when you got to Eureka as a student. Aiden had seen a couple kids cry over the 3 years he'd gone through this... now THAT was something even he wouldn't do.<br/><br/>Anyways, they adults finished soon enough. Time to go get the luggage. But first... Jason had found Val. And was chatting her up a ways away. Aiden smiled as he circled the two of them through the crowd, jumping out behind Val and wrapping her in a hug. ""Val! It's good to see you!"" He picked her up off the ground and held her for a second, laughing, and then returned her to her feet."
5634,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=100,2014-11-27T12:26:00,Brechalht,ignore
5635,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=100,2014-11-27T12:34:00,New Jordslag,"Jamie, thoroughly exhausted by his long Plane Ride, or possibly the energy of Carolin, he stood at attention, if a bit lazily, waiting for a speech from POE, the famed AI of Eureka. He started noticing little details about the other students to while the time away; eventually, after counting little details about several other students getting off the plane, he went back to attention. He had to be ready. Remembering his old school, he brushed the horrible thoughts away and looked around for Carolin. Apparently, she hadn't gotten off yet. With an energetic personality like that, he assumed she would be among the first off. Oh well. He tried to put on an air of discipline around him. If anybody had ever complimented him on anything, after all, it was that he followed orders well."
5636,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=100,2014-11-27T12:36:00,The GAmeTopians,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Jordslag <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22592618#p22592618"">wrote</a>:</cite>Jamie, thoroughly exhausted by his long Plane Ride, or possibly the energy of Carolin, he stood at attention, if a bit lazily, waiting for a speech from POE, the famed AI of Eureka. He started noticing little details about the other students to while the time away; eventually, after counting little details about several other students getting off the plane, he went back to attention. He had to be ready. Remembering his old school, he brushed the horrible thoughts away and looked around for Carolin. Apparently, she hadn't gotten off yet. With an energetic personality like that, he assumed she would be among the first off. Oh well. He tried to put on an air of discipline around him. If anybody had ever complimented him on anything, after all, it was that he followed orders well.</div></blockquote><br/>""Boo!"" Carolin giggled. She was standing right behind him.<br/>""I wonder when that principal guy is gonna arrive."""
5637,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=100,2014-11-27T12:40:00,New Jordslag,"Jamie tried to mask his surprise. ""There you are, Carolin. I was wondering where you went."" He said, in a voice that was barely a whisper. ""Technically speaking, he's the administrator. Not that it really matters."" This was the last place he wanted to be. Stuck with a loud cat-girl in a large cloud at the top academy in the world, he wanted to simply... disappear. He was always good at blending in, and if he just blended in like this, he had a feeling he would get fine. But if Carolin kept following him and drawing attention to him, he might not be able to have that. He was glad to have a friend, but this just wasn't working out for him."
5638,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=100,2014-11-27T12:59:00,Icrum,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Jordslag <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22592683#p22592683"">wrote</a>:</cite>Jamie tried to mask his surprise. ""There you are, Carolin. I was wondering where you went."" He said, in a voice that was barely a whisper. ""Technically speaking, he's the administrator. Not that it really matters."" This was the last place he wanted to be. Stuck with a loud cat-girl in a large cloud at the top academy in the world, he wanted to simply... disappear. He was always good at blending in, and if he just blended in like this, he had a feeling he would get fine. But if Carolin kept following him and drawing attention to him, he might not be able to have that. He was glad to have a friend, but this just wasn't working out for him.</div></blockquote><br/>After the whole curse-fest, Lizzy saw Carolin and Jamie begin to talk.<br/>""What are you guys talking about?"" Lizzy asked. She wanted to get to know the other two better because, if she can make friends quickly, she'll have allies in case of a school fight. Not that she planned to be in one. In fact, she didn't want to fight.<br/>""Anyway, Jamie, I got some cards and some money. Wanna play some poker?"" Lizzy asked as she pulled out her deck of cards."
5639,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=100,2014-11-27T13:03:00,New Jordslag,"<blockquote><div><cite>Icrum <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22592851#p22592851"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Jordslag <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22592683#p22592683"">wrote</a>:</cite>Jamie tried to mask his surprise. ""There you are, Carolin. I was wondering where you went."" He said, in a voice that was barely a whisper. ""Technically speaking, he's the administrator. Not that it really matters."" This was the last place he wanted to be. Stuck with a loud cat-girl in a large cloud at the top academy in the world, he wanted to simply... disappear. He was always good at blending in, and if he just blended in like this, he had a feeling he would get fine. But if Carolin kept following him and drawing attention to him, he might not be able to have that. He was glad to have a friend, but this just wasn't working out for him.</div></blockquote><br/>After the whole curse-fest, Lizzy saw Carolin and Jamie begin to talk.<br/>""What are you guys talking about?"" Lizzy asked. She wanted to get to know the other two better because, if she can make friends quickly, she'll have allies in case of a school fight. Not that she planned to be in one. In fact, she didn't want to fight. <br/>""Anyway, Jamie, I got some cards and some money. Wanna play some poker?"" Lizzy asked as she pulled out her deck of cards.</div></blockquote><br/>Jamie waved her off. ""Uh, no thanks. We are kinda waiting for the Administrator, POE. I'm pretty sure breaking out of line isn't allowed. I heard he gives a big speech every time."" But then he turned his head slightly to face Lizzy and flashed a small smile. ""But maybe later. I warn you: I stink at gambling."" With that, his face became Blank again and he whipped it back around, waiting patiently for POE to arrive."
5640,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=100,2014-11-27T14:11:00,Corrian,"Callandra hopped aboard the plane, excited for the new year. Her parents had reluctantly dropped her off like they usually did to be, I dunno, flown to the place where you hop on the plane to be flown to Eureka itself. She knew various different people in passing, but while she typically enjoyed a bit of laughter and partying with others, that was typically all she did with the people, so she didn't know anyone terribly well. It was fun to know people while you were partying and having a good time, or talking shit to them, but who really cared about associating yourselves with them after that? She didn't see any terribly good reason to most of the time, except in small passing, so she practically went into every year as if it was her first year and she didn't know anybody here, because she practically didn't. But that didn't stop her from being a talkative person to others while on the plane or anything, having no issues with joining in if the subject fit.<br/><br/>The plane began to take off, ascending into the skies and heading towards the place that felt more like home to her now than being with her family ever did. A place of glory, fun, flying, and practically everything that she wanted out of her life. She didn't consider being here some curse thrown upon her, she considered being a part of this place to mean that you were special, and important, no matter who you were. That you were a part of something special in the world. Something unique, unlike anything that had ever been done before or was anywhere else in the world. That you should feel honored for being allowed to be here, not ashamed or afraid. Because you being here meant that you were a part of something important. And who in their right mind would be against something like that?<br/><br/>For the first leg of the flight, Callandra idly chatted with various different people, cracking jokes, messing with people, and over all just having a good time on the flight with these people that she may later in the year shoot at and kill with little regret. Which was part of the reason she thought making true friends with anyone was silly and pointless when later they might die, either by the hands of someone else, or you yourself. But cracking some jokes with them and messing with them? That was a worthwhile way of spending your time with them. Keep your mind away from getting attached to the people. Keep that side of your mind at bay, which she had little trouble doing, and focus on just having fun with them without any sort of connections being made with them further than that. That had never happened for her, and she had no plans on starting now.<br/><br/>The plane didn't bother her like it seemed to do with some of the others, because she was from Aer Vis after all. She was used to flying, and for her, this flight felt calm, not something to be afraid of like how some of the people felt uncomfortable in here. It made her feel good, knowing that when it came to the first leg of the trip, she had a step up over a lot of the people with being used to planes, making her not afraid or uneasy by the turbulence or anything about the ride.<br/><br/>Her first year as a Sophomore last year had been a little rough. While things in the beginning seemed to be going as fine and dandy as they did when she was a newbie, trying to prove herself worthy as a Aer Vis (Successfully, obviously), it ended up taking an ugly turn in one of the situations that she had been in, which led to her not being able to successfully finish her Sophomore year, to her frustration. She hoped that maybe this year, because of her old experience, that just maybe she could rank up to a Junior early in the year, despite her set back, because she felt as if she had proven herself, even though she had been shot down. Her landing she felt was quite impressive, because she could be dead right now instead of riding here, all better now, with only some scars to show what had happened to her during the crash. She didn't really dwell on the past that much, not even thinking about her injuries because she was mostly better now. If there was anything that she dwell'd on, it was the fact that she was still a Sophomore, and not a Junior. Injuries just made you more human. More alive. It showed that you survived some major event, and still kept your head. So despite her parents concerns for her that she still didn't understand why they cared about her life, she felt like her injuries, despite the set back they gave her, was some sort of badge of honor.<br/><br/>About mid flight, she overheard some asshole start bad mouthing her fellow Aer Vis members, and come up with some of the dumbest insults she could possibly think of. Asscraft? She scoffed out loud at the pathetic comments from the pretty boy jocks known as Defion, as if they thought their insults were funny and somehow impressive. She always thought that Defion was full of a rather large amount of arrogant dick heads who always started some shit with others, and this just reminded her of their arrogance. Though she couldn't find herself caring that much, either. It was rather fun messing with people after all, and despite the insults thrown at Aer Vis irritating her on some level, she was finding the whole situation amusing. This was quite normal every year, anyways. And in fact, she was very tempted to join in with the insult flinging. Because why not? Some people took this all very seriously, specifically the Defion dick heads, which made her even more amused, but she herself never took the insult flinging as something to get so uptight about, and found it amusing.<br/><br/>""Ah, typical Defion. A bunch of loud mouthed dick head jocks with more brawn than brains"" Callandra commented with a chuckle, as her non intimidating self stood up and joined in with the insult flinging. With the taller of the Defion, and the bigger, she was tiny compared to them. Some of them she was over a foot shorter then, and size wise, she was practically a little toy compared to them. That didn't stop her from standing up and facing them, but not intimidatingly. If anything, she looked amused, not offended by the insult flinging, having a grin on her innocent looking little face. She felt no reason to act intimidating to them, and she didn't feel intimated by them either, despite their clear advantage over her if they wanted to punch her face in. Which, honestly, she was surprised her face didn't get punched in, but she was agile anyway, and could try and dodge with ease, just like she did in her favorite planes.<br/><br/>There were, of course, things she considered Defion jocks good for, despite her actual honest opinion that they tended to be loud mouthed dick head jocks with more brawn than brains. But that was another story altogether that didn't matter at the moment. Her opinion of Leviathan wasn't overly high either, considering them a group of angst-filled, hormonal, testosterone-filled teenagers all stuck on a floating boat together for months on end. If you disliked someone, there was no escape. You had to live with them anyway, because where were you going to go? Over the side of the boat to escape them? The thought amused her, but it also was a really stupid idea. And she was pretty sure being stuck on a floating house all day helped make them get angst-filled. Of course, on the other side of the spectrum, if you liked someone, you were stuck with them for the next few months on a floating rig, so what was there to lose? She thought that there were certainly interesting perks about all the different factions, and Defion and Leviathan were no exceptions in that.<br/><br/>After that whole situation calmed down, and she made some more humorous jabs at the uptight Defion members, somehow managing not to be punched in her little face, she sat back down, and went to idle chit chat and observing people. She saw the various odd antics of the partials. Licking themselves and cleaning themselves like cats, eating raw fish, odd stuff like that. She never got why someone would intentionally change themselves into part animal. It seemed...odd to her. Silly even. And watching these humans eat stuff like raw fish and clean themselves like cats always bothered her for some reason. She would never understand these people and their choices, but that didn't mean they couldn't be fun people to be around. Doesn't mean she would ever truly respect their choice for their lifestyle.<br/><br/>A little while later, they were told to get ready for the landing, and she smiled. She loved flying, but knowing that she was almost home again made her happy and excited. She got ready like you were supposed to, and shortly after they landed, got up and ready to go. Or, more specifically, got ready to be ordered around by a bunch of douche bags for a while until you settle down. As much as she always felt like giving these men a piece of her mind in response to them clearly enjoying being dick heads, similar to the Defion folk, she knew better than to speak her mind to them, and did as she was told before the asshole even finished his sentence. And as she expected, even when they did as they were told, they still got manhandled and thrown around to where they were supposed to be. This irritated her, but she went along with it, anyway. Though if she had her way, she would stab all of these disgusting men in their stomachs and walk away like a boss, thinking the world would be a better place without men who manhandled people like this, and acted like they were all cool and tough swearing for the sake of swearing. She wasn't one to be against swearing. In fact, she swore a lot, but the officers still annoyed the hell out of her.<br/><br/>As they were supposed to snap to attention and all that nonsense, then get told the god darn truth, she listened, smiling at the mention of the ones who survive will prove that they are the toughest, strongest, bravest, and greatest of all, a goal she set out to achieve since the beginning. Of course, that dream almost failed the year after she got here, but again, she felt like she proved herself worthy, even when she had been shot down. It wasn't like she exploded. She survived. So she felt like she deserved to continue on into greatness. How did you expect to become great without the battle scars to prove it?<br/><br/>Once the speech was over and they talked on about the POE and how he would come before too long to give his good ole introductory speech, she dispersed from the group, but continued to linger around until he would around like he did. Everyone else did their introductions with friends, socializing and all that jazz, and while that was something she did a lot as well, right now all she was doing was waiting for that speech so they could move forward, not join in any games of poker or anything like that."
5641,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=100,2014-11-27T14:15:00,The Orson Empire,"As the plane finally landed, Thad was relieved, as the arguments that had been going on were annoying him. As the back of the cargo plane opened up, Thad watched as Ravencroft officers began to stream in, yelling various expletives and forcing everyone on board to get off and get into formation. However, unlike the freshman, Thad was used to it- he had gotten the same treatment last year, and thus it did not bother him. Thad joined the upperclassmen at the front, where he snapped to attention with the rest of them as one of the officers began his vulgar-filled rambling. Once they were dismissed, Thad used this time to get his suitcase off of the plane. He then rejoined his Defion comrades, while waiting to listen to the POE speech and observing the Navarone Proving Center."
5642,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=100,2014-11-27T14:27:00,Perestroikavo,"After the initial shoving and profanity throwing from the staff, Eli got up and exited the plane like everyone else. He knew a couple of the staff from his first year, and chatted with one of them, a rather one-sided affair, as they all walked along the school grounds. Part of Eli was dissapointed that he couldn't go straight to his job and get the rest of his things immediatly, but he decided that it was better to be here, waiting for POE, the elusive AI administrator to show up. Eli had only ever once talked to the odd thing when he was sent for disciplinary action, but they had left on good terms, Eli leaving POE with a riddle to solve about the man he was based off of. Overhearing some of the freshman talking about poker, he laughed. In fact, one of the books he had recently read taught him all about the probabilites and playstyles of poker. He approached the group. ""Say, did I hear someone say something about poker?"""
5643,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=100,2014-11-27T17:12:00,TriStates,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #00BF00"">Are You Motivated!</span></span><br/><hr/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i1283.photobucket.com/albums/a558/NikoSuave2/26a8a8ad-ef4e-407f-bac3-cd88a6538113_zpsf8e1143b.jpg""/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Navarone Proving Center, Airfield</span><br/><br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://media-cache-ec0.pinimg.com/236x/dd/a5/b5/dda5b50082ca5faaa224801c8522e282.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Poe</a> , <a class=""postlink"" href=""http://fc08.deviantart.net/fs70/f/2013/267/7/d/marchofwar_macarthur_by_isotxart-d6nn9k1.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Mac</a> , <a class=""postlink"" href=""http://avvesione.files.wordpress.com/2012/04/tsuritama-02-kate-grandmother-awesome-loving-caring.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Jul</a> , <a class=""postlink"" href=""https://31.media.tumblr.com/00070ed3a957716b66f3c510c04e2977/tumblr_n92a6jBlly1s52oiwo1_500.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Alastair Lynch</a></div><br/><br/>Having been shoved, sticked, and otherwise herded into some semblance of order and structure, all of the prospective cadets stood rank and file across black tarmac. Even in this teenage horde, an onlooker could clearly distinguish the Eureka returners from the new additions. The Second and Third Years; their shoes planted firmly on the ground, hands held downward at their sides, their bags dropped at the front of their feet. The First Years; all speaking or shouting to newly made friends and rivals alike, all the while holding a myriad of baggage, cases, bags, and purses in their hands.<br/><br/>The Ravencroft instructors stood off the either side of the mass of cadets, spaced out between them in a rectangle-like formation that went around the students like a human corral. As time dragged by, a few began to shoot the shit between each other, their<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i41.tinypic.com/6z8tj7.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">R40 assualt rifles</a>hanging off their relaxed shoulders. One ruffled through her ALICE pack, bring out a red and white cardboard container. Taking out a cigarette, she began casually smoking. Having followed their instructions of getting the kids disembarked, the abusive shouting had ceased as abruptly as it had started. Indeed all the present adult instructors adopted relaxed postures, enjoying the brief respite, as they waited for further orders.<br/><br/>All of this was observed by Alastair Lynch, who calmly viewed the whole affair from his position on the metal grandstand which stood tall and wide in front of the cadets. “So,” he finally spoke, “what do you think of the prospects ‘Mac?”<br/><br/>A sudden green burst of visible electronic data sparked at his side, before being replaced by a large uniformed individual. The figures mouth was set in a grim, straight line. Out from which, jutted a old-fashioned corn cob pipe, smoke exiting its end in a steady stream. Behind darkened aviator shades, his eyes stared out at the thousands upon thousands of cadets set out below and before him.<br/><br/>“Who are these ‘kids’?” inquired Mac, a mixture of disappointment and disgust in his voice.<br/><br/>“These ‘kids’, are fresh out from The World. Recruitment figures say we’ve tripled enrollment for this year,” replied Alastair, his mouth curving into a slight grin.<br/><br/>“Have fun,” he finished, patting the A.I. administrator on his back with two loud thumps. 30 years ago, no one would have been able to do a similar interaction with an artificial intelligence. Thanks to the advancement of Ravencroft systems however, the projection display that the A.I.’s used in Eureka allowed for actual physical sensation. In that respect, it was similar to the technology fashioned for the Academies VR simulations.<br/><br/>“Thanks-fuckin’-much,” replied the A.I. sarcastically, toying with the lite pipe as he continued to glance out among the students.<br/><br/>“Now Mac, its not all that bad!” chimed in a third voice to the left of both man and machine. Another burst of data feed, this time a bluish teal color, was followed by the appearance of a older woman. Smiling widely, she continued, “Look at all those bright, new, shiny faces. They are absolute dears!”<br/><br/>“Jul,” acknowledged Alastair, doffing his khaki tactical cap in her direction.<br/><br/>“You always say that every year Jul,” groused Mac, turning his granite visage from the students to the newly arrived Administrator. Planting his meaty arms squarely on his hips, fingers interlacing the Sam Browne belt he wore, Mac continued “Now if only he would get here, we could get this fuckin’ show on the road.”<br/><br/>“Language!,” admonished Jul, a brief frown playing across her face as she wagged her finger in the other Administrator’s face. “Down play your mouth’s dyspepsia for once Mac, you’ll frighten the children.”<br/><br/>“Well damn good,” he retorted, thrusting out his prominent chin at Jul in rebellion, as smoke piled out of his pipe in rapid streams, a physical reaction to his aggravation.<br/><br/>“Patience,” continued the female A.I. with a smile, ignoring her counterparts antics. “You know how much Poe enjoys his theatrics. Yearly welcomings are the only time the poor dear can have any fun. He works far too hard and too often.”<br/><br/>“Man’s a prima donna!” grumbled Mac, crossing his arms, his opinion of the High Administrator having already been made up years ago.<br/><br/>That caused Jul to laugh outright, while Alastair’s grinned wryly. If that wasn’t the pot calling the kettle black, they didn’t know what was.<br/><br/>“Oh really,” inquired Jul, still chuckling, “and you're not?”<br/><br/>“No. I’m just a proponent of that old S.T.A.G. swagger.”<br/><br/>“Aah, is that what you call it now?”<br/><br/>“Just leave me be woman.” muttered Mac, suddenly finding the sky very interesting to look at. This unspoken retreat in conversation only caused Jul to chortle with mirth. A few minutes of silence blanketed the three individuals on the grandstand. A quiet only interrupted when Mac gripped under his breath, “Its about damn time!”<br/><br/>Hearing this, both Jul and Alastair glanced up in the direction Mac had been looking at. A flight of strange looking dark birds were on approach. They seemed to be ravens, but were much to large to be normal ones.<br/><br/>“Here he comes,” commented Alastair, as the collection of birds began to circle the grandstand, ringing out loud, cawing cries as they flew low overhead. Then, as if upon some invisible command, the ravens tucked in their wings and dove at the ground below. For those not in the know, it looked like bunch of passing birds had gone nuts, and decided to dive bomb the stage! Seconds before impact, the birds themselves seemed to congeal together into the form of a young man.<br/><br/>“Poe,” echoed the three individuals on the stage.<br/><br/>A sullen voice and blank face greeted those using his name. “ Jul, Mister Lynch, Mac.” Having finished with the necessary pleasantries, Poe abruptly turned his back on the three, approaching the podium. Tapping on the microphone situated on the metal stand, he looked quite the sight. White, alabaster hair contrasting sharply with his all black, 19th century suit.<br/><br/>Clearing out his throat briefly, the High Administrator of Eureka ruffled his hands in his pockets for a moment, before pulling out a single, small, index card. Sighing dejectedly, he leaned in towards the microphone, as he began speaking in his usually monotone:<br/><br/>“Cadets, instructors, fellow faculty and staff... Welcome.”<br/><br/>Looking up from the card, a bored look in his grey eyes as he observed the gathered cadets, he added, “Thats all I got..."" If the stun looks he recieved from the new cadets had any effect on him, having not measured up to their expectations, it wasn't shown from his deadpan experssion.<br/><br/>""Fuckin' inspirational you are..."" stated Mac under his breath.<br/><br/>Placing the index card in his breast pocket, Poe stepped to the side of the podium, turning to look at Mac expectantly. “You're up...” he intoned, incling his head in the direction of the microphone."
5644,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=100,2014-11-27T18:49:00,Corrian,"As things began to change around, Callandra's attention fell back onto the people speaking. Though it sorta just became a means for amusement while they waited for the main speaker. She verbally laughed on multiple occasions to these threes antics that they had to listen to until the main man arrived. It gave her entertainment, anyway, so there was that, even though she wasn't sure there was really a point in them saying this crap to each other in front of everyone. And the comment about ""frightening the children"" got a loud scoff from her, that line being the most amusing to her yet. Frightening the children? Hah! They were all just about to go and train themselves to be more and more of soldiers, and some bad words were going to ""frighten the children""? For one, she didn't even consider herself a child anymore. She was 15, not 10. For two, they trained to kill each other, and in some cases, like her own, for her own personal entertainment. Some ""bad words"" weren't going to frighten them. If they did, then she was pretty sure they should turn around and change their mind right now about being here in the first place. Hell, she didn't understand WHY they would have made it this far already if they were that wimpy, unless they were forced to be here or something, to which she figured they'd die as cannon fodder before too long anyway.<br/><br/>Callandra looked up at the flock of ravens, automatically guessing that it wasn't your normal flock of birds coming, because she found it to be pretty obvious. Maybe not to others, but for her she couldn't see how it could possibly be a normal flock of birds. And Alastair's comment made that even more clear. Poe, the man that they were waiting for his ""dramatic"" speech, arrived from the flock of ravens, and she stood at attention, waiting for him to speak. And when he did, it was a...rather anticlimactic of a speech. She shook her head at him, wishing he'd at least do something more enthusiastic for this special moment. New Cadet's, and the first day, and that's all he had? She found it disappointing, but remained silent and waited for what was next."
5645,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=100,2014-11-27T19:07:00,Republic of Hasgriu,"Daniel had expected something similar to the year before from Poe, with histrionics and drama, like it was one of Shakespeare's plays. Instead, the monotone, monochromatic, one-liner, (well, two-liner, technically) 'speech', if you could even call it that, that was presented was quite unusual for him. Daniel wondered if he was too stressed out. He knew that there was a lot of responsibility on Poe's shoulders as administrator, but he should be able to handle it, right? Mystified, Daniel prepared himself for Mac's most likely fearsome speech, unless all the AIs suddenly decided to change personality."
5646,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=100,2014-11-27T19:47:00,Vancon,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Templar High Council <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22591771#p22591771"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Isle of Lithonia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22591432#p22591432"">wrote</a>:</cite>The officers allowed the formation to disperse as the kids began to mill around, waiting for that famed speech from POE.<br/><br/>And at that time, Jason finally caught a glimpse of Val, and rushed over to her. ""Valerie!!! Congrats on making Rep!!! It's been way to long since I've seen you!!!""</div></blockquote><br/>Get up. Get out. Stand at attention. Get yelled at. Something expected when you got to Eureka as a student. Aiden had seen a couple kids cry over the 3 years he'd gone through this... now THAT was something even he wouldn't do.<br/><br/>Anyways, they adults finished soon enough. Time to go get the luggage. But first... Jason had found Val. And was chatting her up a ways away. Aiden smiled as he circled the two of them through the crowd, jumping out behind Val and wrapping her in a hug. ""Val! It's good to see you!"" He picked her up off the ground and held her for a second, laughing, and then returned her to her feet.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Val was still putting her brain back in place after being lifted off the ground unconditionally. Her two friends of very different backgrounds and personalities have just come off of the plane, and one didn't need to be an advanced neurologist to understand that it was a kind of hell, as per usual. She looked up at the larger of the pair and then looked down on the smaller one. The lovable Arrogant's hug had startled Val, but looking back, this was kinda common place. The professional one, and the one who spoke first, had an air of being more then done with the day so far.<br/><br/>""It has only been a couple months, geeze,"" said the redhead with a slight smirk.<br/><br/>""Thanks Jay, it was a pain, getting this spot, but I'll do my best for all of our futures, and I'll try to be as much as an elitist, pretentious, prick as well, don't you worry."" she continued with a giggle.<br/><br/>""How was the plane ride? Hell, like normal?"" asked the girl."
5647,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=100,2014-11-27T19:55:00,The Templar High Council,"<blockquote><div><cite>Vancon <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22597128#p22597128"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Templar High Council <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22591771#p22591771"">wrote</a>:</cite>Get up. Get out. Stand at attention. Get yelled at. Something expected when you got to Eureka as a student. Aiden had seen a couple kids cry over the 3 years he'd gone through this... now THAT was something even he wouldn't do.<br/><br/>Anyways, they adults finished soon enough. Time to go get the luggage. But first... Jason had found Val. And was chatting her up a ways away. Aiden smiled as he circled the two of them through the crowd, jumping out behind Val and wrapping her in a hug. ""Val! It's good to see you!"" He picked her up off the ground and held her for a second, laughing, and then returned her to her feet.</div></blockquote><br/>Val was still putting her brain back in place after being lifted off the ground unconditionally. Her two friends of very different backgrounds and personalities have just come off of the plane, and one didn't need to be an advanced neurologist to understand that it was a kind of hell, as per usual. She looked up at the larger of the pair and then looked down on the smaller one. The lovable Arrogant's hug had startled Val, but looking back, this was kinda common place. The professional one, and the one who spoke first, had an air of being more then done with the day so far. <br/><br/>""It has only been a couple months, geeze,"" said the redhead with a slight smirk.<br/><br/>""Thanks Jay, it was a pain, getting this spot, but I'll do my best for all of our futures, and I'll try to be as much as an elitist, pretentious, prick as well, don't you worry."" she continued with a giggle. <br/><br/>""How was the plane ride? Hell, like normal?"" asked the girl.</div></blockquote><br/>""Still too long! But I'm glad I got to spend time at home before coming back to the grinder."" Aiden laughed and stretched his arms. ""Ride wasn't bad. Some of the underclassmen were bad. Guy I knew as a freshman? Did my best to convince him to be part of my staff. Tells me on the plane he's following<span style=""font-style: italic"">you</span>."" Pointing at Valerie. ""Probably parted on shaky ground... Probably my fault too..."""
5648,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=100,2014-11-27T20:03:00,Arana,"Kai sighed in relief as the plane landed. It wasn't that he had a problem with flying, he was just looking forward to not only getting started with classes, but to getting to his first day at his new job. Apparently, there was an aquarium or something in Emerald Cove, a nearby city, and his parents knew one of the people in charge. Their friend had agreed to help Kai get a job there, working with the sharks no less. Of course, he'd have to deal with the other animals too (and not eat them), but still, sharks! He got to swim with them, and train them, and eat with them... and he was even getting paid to do it! Grabbing his stuff, he glanced over to Johannes.<br/><br/>""Better get going. Maybe we'll end up in the same classes? We can go fishing...""<br/><br/>Grinning hungrily, he followed the crowd, ending up at the back of them. Seeing people being forced into formation, he quickly took his place, seemingly knowing exactly what to do. In fact, he did. Back on Kaua'i, when his parents were planning out his gene splicing, they had run into a problem. In order for an experiment to succeed, there needed to be controllable factors, which could be set and maintained throughout the experiment. Kai... well, he wasn't controllable. So, Doctor and Doctor Kamohoali'i had called in one of their many professional friends, a hypnotist from some university somewhere. He'd filled Kai's head with all kinds of protocol, ranging from experiment related things to the procedure he'd need for the Academy. Which is how he knew the exact way to line up, and that he should snap to attention when told to. Also not to bite anyone.<br/><br/>He waited quietly as the asshole speaking ranted, sighing in relief when it was all over. When whoever was in charge finally started speaking, he listened intently, while also thinking about fish."
5649,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=100,2014-11-27T20:05:00,Vancon,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Templar High Council <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22597215#p22597215"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Vancon <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22597128#p22597128"">wrote</a>:</cite>Val was still putting her brain back in place after being lifted off the ground unconditionally. Her two friends of very different backgrounds and personalities have just come off of the plane, and one didn't need to be an advanced neurologist to understand that it was a kind of hell, as per usual. She looked up at the larger of the pair and then looked down on the smaller one. The lovable Arrogant's hug had startled Val, but looking back, this was kinda common place. The professional one, and the one who spoke first, had an air of being more then done with the day so far. <br/><br/>""It has only been a couple months, geeze,"" said the redhead with a slight smirk.<br/><br/>""Thanks Jay, it was a pain, getting this spot, but I'll do my best for all of our futures, and I'll try to be as much as an elitist, pretentious, prick as well, don't you worry."" she continued with a giggle. <br/><br/>""How was the plane ride? Hell, like normal?"" asked the girl.</div></blockquote><br/>""Still too long! But I'm glad I got to spend time at home before coming back to the grinder."" Aiden laughed and stretched his arms. ""Ride wasn't bad. Some of the underclassmen were bad. Guy I knew as a freshman? Did my best to convince him to be part of my staff. Tells me on the plane he's following <span style=""font-style: italic"">you</span>."" Pointing at Valerie. ""Probably parted on shaky ground... Probably my fault too...""</div></blockquote><br/>""Well, as you know, Leviathan is the best, or at least it's better the Defion,"" said Val with a smile ear to ear, knowing that it would annoy the prideful Jock in front of her.<br/><br/>""Did you piss him off? Or were you on the receiving end this time, for once?"" she added as she put her hand on her hip and put her weight on her left leg. Val brushed her hair back as she stood up tall in wait of a response.<br/><br/>""Jay, how about you? You learn of any new recruits for Air Vis?"""
5650,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=100,2014-11-27T20:21:00,The Templar High Council,"<blockquote><div><cite>Vancon <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22597313#p22597313"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Templar High Council <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22597215#p22597215"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Still too long! But I'm glad I got to spend time at home before coming back to the grinder."" Aiden laughed and stretched his arms. ""Ride wasn't bad. Some of the underclassmen were bad. Guy I knew as a freshman? Did my best to convince him to be part of my staff. Tells me on the plane he's following <span style=""font-style: italic"">you</span>."" Pointing at Valerie. ""Probably parted on shaky ground... Probably my fault too...""</div></blockquote><br/>""Well, as you know, Leviathan is the best, or at least it's better the Defion,"" said Val with a smile ear to ear, knowing that it would annoy the prideful Jock in front of her. <br/><br/>""Did you piss him off? Or were you on the receiving end this time, for once?"" she added as she put her hand on her hip and put her weight on her left leg. Val brushed her hair back as she stood up tall in wait of a response. <br/><br/>""Jay, how about you? You learn of any new recruits for Air Vis?""</div></blockquote><br/>""Oh, stuff it! We're not getting into this again!<br/><br/>""The pissing off was mutual. Guy's reading some ""Worldhammer"" book or something. It was a gimme. Then he started insulting my boy's intelligence, and it just went downhill."" Aiden mimed the action of tumbling downhill with his arms. ""At least I shook his hand. If he didn't shut up, woulda knocked his lights out."" He punched his open palm, making a satisfying *SMACK* with the impact.<br/><br/>""Jay only told me that he told his cadets to disperse. Wanted to take a...<span style=""font-style: italic"">cat nap</span>."" Aiden laughed at the obvious crack at Jason's partial status. All in good fun, I assure you."
5651,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=100,2014-11-27T20:50:00,TriStates,"The blanket of silence the was wrapped around the gathered cadets and instructors had already been palpable. Poe's address to the incoming students only made awkward. And as always, Mac would make his personal mission to end this on a high.<br/><br/>""Now, lets show'em some real swagger!"" declared Mac, throwing out his chest and framing his arms as he walked to center stage, dwarfing the podium that he now leaned over. Staring out across the field of teenagers, he let his gaze strech from one corner of the formation to the other. Centering his eyes, looking straight down the middle of the gathered cadets, the A.I. bellowed loudly.<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-weight: bold"">FOURTH RATES! BREAK RANKS AND ASSEMBLE!</span>""<br/><br/>Now acting on instinct, from having had similar commands drilled into them, a steady stream of older guys and girls exited the large collection of students. All in all, there were less than 200 Cadets that lined the new row, which was dwarfed by the thousands of other students before them. A reminder, that making graduation here, was no guarentee.<br/><br/>""I see you've already met our illustrious leader,"" began Mac, jerking his thumbs in Poes direction, ""so I'll just go ahead and introduce myself. They call me Mac, and as your Academy Dean, and Battlefield Advisor I find its my duty to drop some speechin' in on you guys every now and then. Keep you motivated, ooh-fuckin-rah?""<br/><br/>After a short silence, his deep bass tone echoed over the loudspeakers as he waved out his hand, motioning to the Fourth Years below him:<br/><br/>""The average age of the cadet of the graduating class on the field of battle at this Academy today, is 18 and a half years of age, making them the same age as their great-grandfathers who would’ve served in my war. They are high-school students. They are volunteers. They are brighter, better educated, better trained, led, and equipped than any soldier, sailor, airman, guardsman, or Marine of any country in history.<br/><br/>They go to work wearing an eight pound Battlehelmet, a forty-five pound defense suit, 100 pounds of additional equipment, and today in White Sands, it was 103 degrees, and they'll fight up those dunes and fight back down them without complaining. They've been taught chemistry, physics, ballistics, avionics, and electronics to operate and maintain the widest array of weapons and equipment ever handled by the hand and mind of man. They can use their body like a weapon, and their weapon like a part of their body. And they can take a life or save one because they've been so remarkably well trained.""<br/><br/>A few notable exceptions among the Seniors were Ariel Grey. The one-eyed, all-business-all-the-time professional from the Leviathan league. Her reputation for running a tight fleet was matched only by the chillyness of her personality. Following closely to the side of her, was Joshua Fisk & Axel Reacher. The former was the charasmatic jokester leading Invictus, while the latter held the reigns of Defion. Coming in tightly behind them last, but in no way least, was the foul-mouthed and hard-hitting Sky Marshal, Samantha Trelane. Each had managed, through one way or another, scratch out a prosperous existance at the military institute.<br/><br/>""I don't know what else to say really..."" continued Mac, stroking his chin. Folding his arms, the A.I. projection puffed on its pipe for a few thoughtful moments before beginning again.<br/><br/>""You know when you go through life, things get taken from you. Thats part of life. But you only learn this, when you start losing. You come to realize, that life is a game of inchs. One second too fast, one thought too slow, one step too short, and you don't make it. Through it all, you have to keep your conviction. Because on this island, its the guy, who is willing to die, whose gonna win that inch! Thats how winning is done! Everyday you wake up and run, every day you train and you fight, theres a parade of inches, right there in front of your face! But no one.. NO ONE! Can<span style=""font-style: italic"">make</span>you do it!""<br/><br/>Mac's granite chisled face looked out at the gathered cadets, inviting no dispute over what he said.<br/><br/>""I am here to tell you, that this is the most serious game, you are ever gonna play, ladies and gentlemen. Statistics say, that one out of every ten of you, will not cut the grade this mid-term. You will be failed, and dropped permenantly, from the program. You will never be accepted back, in any capacity by Ravencroft ever again... Out of the rest of you that do make it, a full third of you that walk into the Rez this year will not walk back out... Hurts, doesn't it?""<br/><br/>Mac waved his hand out again, towards the gathered Seniors below him.<br/><br/>""Now.. look at these men and women- these soldiers -in front of you. Look into their eyes! Now I think, your gonna see a guy or gal, who will go everyone of those inches with you!""<br/><br/>""You will see a person, who will sacrifice him or herself for the team, because they've learned: That when it comes down to it, and the shit hits the fan, your gonna do the same for them!""<br/><br/>A short silence followed Mac's pronouncement, before he leaned into the microphone again: ""Welcome, to Eureka..<span style=""font-weight: bold"">DIS-MISSED!</span>""<br/><br/>Upon the ending echo of that word, it was like a switch had been flipped inside the silent Seniors below the A.I. Administrator. All of them began to break formation from their line, organizing into four seperate groups. Calls began to be shouted out from these collections of cadets:<br/><br/>""All Defion returners! Report here!-""<br/><br/>""Calling all Aer Vis! Fall out and reassemble in an orderly fashion in this line!-""<br/><br/>""Incoming freshmen and Invictus returners, follow me!-""<br/><br/>""Leviathan members! Form a que at this location for ranks and registrations!-""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><div align=""center"">The year had offically, begun!</div></span>"
5652,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=100,2014-11-27T21:05:00,Perestroikavo,"Eli was dissapointed when Mac interrupted his poker game, more specifically, the dealing of the first hand. When he heard the seniors calling out for the various leagues to join them, he perked up immediately. Looking at Lizzy one last time, he left her with a riddle of his own design. ""The apple of an eye, the misfit upon students, and beheld one. Who am I?"" With his cryptic meaning seemingly not understood by the freshman, he took his leave. Eli headed towards the Leviathon line reluctantly, and glance over at Aiden and the rest of Defion as they formed their respective lines. Luckily, he was second only to the seniors and a single junior. Standing straight as a ramrod, he tried to give off the best impression he could to this relatively new group that he would be serving with."
5653,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=100,2014-11-27T21:20:00,The Templar High Council,"<blockquote><div><cite>TriStates <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22597773#p22597773"">wrote</a>:</cite>""All Defion returners! Report here!-""</div></blockquote><br/>After the announcement, with Aiden standing straight as a rod the whole time, he smiled to the nearby Val and Jay. ""Duty calls,"" he said with a grin, before waving to his friends and walking off. Suddenly, he realized he was without his bag. He went back to the plane, a large pile of luggage outside the bay door. But Aiden couldn't find his suitcases. ""Hey! Anyone seen my suitcases? Tan, wheeled, got a leather duffel tied to it?""<br/><br/>(Brech. Your cue.)"
5654,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=100,2014-11-27T21:25:00,Republic of Hasgriu,"Daniel slung his bag onto his back and made his way to the rest of Aer Vis. He was surrounded by swarms of freshmen flocking to Invictus like flies. He wondered how many would finish the program. Not a lot, he knew. He briefly wondered about how the academy kept up with the dead teens flooding in before continuing his walk. He remembered many of the people around him. That one who took down a jet with a piston plane, or someone who was his wingman in the past. He also noticed those who<span style=""font-style: italic"">weren't</span>here. Perhaps they changed their mind about coming to Aer Vis, or something unfortunate happened to them."
5655,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=100,2014-11-27T21:43:00,The Orson Empire,"Once the announcement was over, Thad grabbed his suitcase and joined his Defion comrades. He watched as the other leagues formed their lines. He was particularly looking at the freshman, who were rushing towards Invictus. Although he had been one of them just a year ago, he had changed so much in that short period of time. He may have still been reckless, but he was no longer naive. Especially after hearing Mac's speech, he knew that many of them wouldn't make it. It had been the same last year, and all years before that. He didn't pity them though- they all knew what they were getting into when they signed up.<br/><br/>Thad continued to look around, observing the scene and waiting for further instructions."
5656,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=100,2014-11-27T22:11:00,Vancon,"<blockquote><div><cite>TriStates <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22597773#p22597773"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""Leviathan members! Form a que at this location for ranks and registrations!-"" <br/><br/></div></blockquote><br/>After the call to arms, Val waved goodbye to Aid and proceeded to look over at Jay.<br/><br/>""Sorry, but I gotta go to, as should you. I guess we were talking too much for you to say anything, no? You know what, here,"" she said giving the young man a business card, ""I got these after becoming representative, and it's got my number on it. Give me a call or something, you hear? 'Later!"" she finished.<br/><br/>Val turned on her heels and hit Jay in the face with her hair as she walked off to her league. She went up to the group and pushed her way through to the front alongside her boss, Miss Grey. The contrast of her fiery red hair compared to her superior's grey hair, just like the colour of it. They had equal lengths of hair, and looked pretty similar all things considered, minus the hair of course and the fact that one of them had an eyepatch. Val did have one thing up on her superior though; she was taller. Significantly so.<br/><br/>""Hey boss, your second in command is here and ready to go, but more importantly, how're you doing ma'am?"" asked the fiery one to the icy one."
5657,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=100,2014-11-28T00:32:00,Isle of Lithonia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Vancon <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22598573#p22598573"">wrote</a>:</cite><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""snip""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>TriStates <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22597773#p22597773"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""Leviathan members! Form a que at this location for ranks and registrations!-"" <br/><br/></div></blockquote><br/>After the call to arms, Val waved goodbye to Aid and proceeded to look over at Jay. <br/><br/>""Sorry, but I gotta go to, as should you. I guess we were talking too much for you to say anything, no? You know what, here,"" she said giving the young man a business card, ""I got these after becoming representative, and it's got my number on it. Give me a call or something, you hear? 'Later!"" she finished. <br/><br/>Val turned on her heels and hit Jay in the face with her hair as she walked off to her league. She went up to the group and pushed her way through to the front alongside her boss, Miss Grey. The contrast of her fiery red hair compared to her superior's grey hair, just like the colour of it. They had equal lengths of hair, and looked pretty similar all things considered, minus the hair of course and the fact that one of them had an eyepatch. Val did have one thing up on her superior though; she was taller. Significantly so. <br/><br/>""Hey boss, your second in command is here and ready to go, but more importantly, how're you doing ma'am?"" asked the fiery one to the icy one.</div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/>Jason took the card offered to him and nodded. ""Will do, Val. 'Til then, don't get shot down!""<br/><br/>As the girl turned from him, he felt her hair brush along his cheeks and tease his lips. His heart rate spiked and he went just a bit more rigid than normal. When he finally realized that she had left, he noticed that he had a slightly odd grin on his face. And what's this?! He rubbed his thumb along the side of his mouth. It was definitely saliva.<br/><br/>Damn, hadn't his mating cycle just finished last week? Obviously there were still traces of the hormonal imbalances still left. He needed to pay closer attention to himself, or else he may make a complete mockery of himself.<br/><br/>Normally, when he went into heat, he relied heavily on the mental support of Aiden and Valerie. They'd kept his mind off of... things (for the most part), and helped him focus on the tasks in front of him. Out of all the cadets, those two had seen far more of his darker, and lust-filled-second-mind (as he called it) than anyone else. And they hadn't treated him any worse for it.<br/><br/>But now, both of these supports were leaving him for the moment, and he really needed to get a hold of his thoughts.<br/><br/>So, he pulled himself together, placed the card gingerly in his uniform's front pocket for safe keeping, and began to head to the Aer Vis section.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">I'll talk with her later anyway. We've still got way too much catching up to do.</span><br/><br/>He got in line with the rest of Aer Vis, maintaining proper decorum as best he could. But with the noise continuing on, the large numbers of fellow cadets, and the smell of young ladies...<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">No. Focus on what is right in front of you.</span><br/><br/>Which didn't help, since it was a female Aer Vis cadet who was standing in front of him (who was<span style=""color: #FF0000""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Callandra</span></span>, if he would've been paying better attention to more than just her body and scent). He quickly shook himself, ridding his mind of such thoughts and regained his composure."
5658,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=125,2014-11-28T01:02:00,Brechalht,ignore
5659,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=125,2014-11-28T01:51:00,The Templar High Council,"<blockquote><div><cite>Brechalht <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22599717#p22599717"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Templar High Council <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22598014#p22598014"">wrote</a>:</cite>After the announcement, with Aiden standing straight as a rod the whole time, he smiled to the nearby Val and Jay. ""Duty calls,"" he said with a grin, before waving to his friends and walking off. Suddenly, he realized he was without his bag. He went back to the plane, a large pile of luggage outside the bay door. But Aiden couldn't find his suitcases. ""Hey! Anyone seen my suitcases? Tan, wheeled, got a leather duffel tied to it?""<br/><br/>(Brech. Your cue.)</div></blockquote><br/>Ashcroft complied mechanically with the commands, and broke into a smile once dismissed to Aer Vis. He returned one last time to the transport and gathered his attache case and clothes bag, but also found a tan duffel shoved in between some paneling. <br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Hmm. Strange. I will have to report this, perhaps someone can find it.</span><br/><br/>Straightening his cap, he deplaned laden with the duffel and his own baggage, making a beeline for Aer Vis and the lost and found depository.</div></blockquote><br/>Aiden continued searching for his luggage. Until he saw it. In Aaron's arms.<br/><br/>""Asscraft! What the fuck are you doing with my stuff?"" Aiden stomped over to the aviator and snatched the handle of his suitcase from him. ""You think you were gonna get back at me by stealing my stuff? That's messed up."" Aiden didn't see Aaron exit the plane with his stuff, just him walking away. So it actually looked pretty suspicious. To Aiden, at least. And he imagined Aaron had a reason."
5660,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=125,2014-11-28T02:00:00,Brechalht,ignore
5661,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=125,2014-11-28T02:32:00,The Templar High Council,"<blockquote><div><cite>Brechalht <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22599983#p22599983"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Templar High Council <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22599950#p22599950"">wrote</a>:</cite>Aiden continued searching for his luggage. Until he saw it. In Aaron's arms.<br/><br/>""Asscraft! What the fuck are you doing with my stuff?"" Aiden stomped over to the aviator and snatched the handle of his suitcase from him. ""You think you were gonna get back at me by stealing my stuff? That's messed up."" Aiden didn't see Aaron exit the plane with his stuff, just him walking away. So it actually looked pretty suspicious. To Aiden, at least. And he imagined Aaron had a reason.</div></blockquote><br/>Aaron tuned to face the Texan, rather flustered this time.<br/>""Tex, why do you think I would steal a suitcase?! You think I am that low? Look, I found it on the transport, and snatched it before the pilots took off.""<br/>He gestured to the plane that was taxiing away.<br/>""So, please, take your baggage. You saved me a trip to the lost and found depository. We are rivals on the battlefield, but still classmates and humans, Aiden.""<br/>He began to turn away.</div></blockquote><br/>""I don't know, don't you not like me?"" Aiden still spoke angrily, but he felt a twinge of pain inside at his own words. Not gonna go into ""emotions"" with this guy though (yet). ""At least, we aren't great friends. I guess... thanks for getting my stuff?"""
5662,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=125,2014-11-28T03:05:00,Brechalht,ignore
5663,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=125,2014-11-28T03:12:00,Republic of Hasgriu,"<blockquote><div><cite>Brechalht <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22600166#p22600166"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Templar High Council <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22600075#p22600075"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I don't know, don't you not like me?"" Aiden still spoke angrily, but he felt a twinge of pain inside at his own words. Not gonna go into ""emotions"" with this guy though (yet). ""At least, we aren't great friends. I guess... thanks for getting my stuff?""</div></blockquote><br/>""No, we aren't friends. Not at all. But I respect you, and occasionally chuckle at your jokes. No problem about the bags, Tex. Consider it my one mercy for Defion this year.""<br/>He gave a small smile and began picking up his own bags again.</div></blockquote><br/>Aer Vis was waiting on a few remaining pilots. Daniel looked around, and saw Major Aaron Ashcroft chatting with Defion General Aiden Flint. He hollered at him, ""Major, sir! Please hurry up! We're leaving now!"""
5664,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=125,2014-11-28T05:15:00,The GAmeTopians,"Carolin smiled now that the yelling man was done talking, and pulled her case over to the Invictus seniors.<br/>""Hiya! What're your names? I'm Carolin."""
5665,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=125,2014-11-28T06:16:00,Corrian,"<span style=""font-style: italic"">Real swagger? Really?</span>Callandra thought to herself, shaking her head lightly. But either way, she focused on Mac, for his little speech, and remained silent, except maybe some various inward thoughts, throughout the speech.<br/><br/>As the speech went on, she thought about various different parents of it. One being that every single one of these students were volunteers to this game, or forced into it by their parents, because she doubted everyone was truly here willingly. But hey, those people who were forced here probably never make it out alive anyway, so she guessed they got to be taken out of their misery here pretty quickly, and that was a good thing, right? One thing she didn't like about his speech however is when he described the volunteers after talking about them being brighter, educated, better trained, and equipped than anyone from any other country (which she liked to think that she was a good part of), was followed with what sounded like choosing favorites with the ground soldiers. People like the Defion men and women, for example. She was pretty sure it was just an example, but it still felt like favoritism to her. Though she had a feeling she was taking things a little...too seriously, and just wanted to be represented in the speech, because apparently she has a bit of an ego with her faction.<br/><br/>As he talked about how life takes things from you and that was a part of life, using that as pretty much an example for this, she liked that part. She was willing to do whatever it takes to get the glory, so to speak. If she was on the edge of death to get there? So be it. As long as she got to that point and graduated. Technically, she already got the part of being at the edge of death taken care of, and she lived through it, so she felt like she was ready for anything that would come next now, and could make it through it to come out as one of the greats here, possibly one of, if not<span style=""font-style: italic"">the</span>best pilot this place had ever seen. That was her goal, and she didn't care what she had to do to get there or what it took to get there, as long as she could get there eventually.<br/><br/>And when he started talking about all the people who would be failed, or die altogether and never leave this place, she smiled. Not because people were dying. That was just a part of the game, and a part of being here. But because she saw herself as not being one of those people. She saw herself as one of the successful. One of the ones who would make it through all of this alive. That she wouldn't be failed, or killed, ever. Probably more injuries were to come, but she would fight hard to get through them. And she would refuse to be one of the ones who ended up not making it through the program. Not for her parents or anyone else, but for herself, and nobody else.<br/><br/>Callandra looked around towards the nearest person to herself, which was just some random unimportant student to her that she had never seen before in her life. Someone she had less mental attachment to than anyone else she knew here, and pretty much nobody here she had that much of a connection with, other than when she was partying or something along those lines. But that was just a short term connection, where you connected with the people ""in the moment"" of the partying or what have you, and then they became irrelevant beyond that. She was mixed on the whole ""sacrificing yourself for the team"", because she was too focused on making it all the way to glory to truly believe that taking your own life so someone else could survive and get the glory and such instead of you was truly worth it. You could act like a proper team player, because when it came to the battles, she pretty much was. But that didn't mean you had to go all the way as a team player and sacrifice your own life for someone else in your team...Though you of course didn't have to act like you wouldn't do something like that, and you could just not even bring up that topic at all. And if it did get brought up, well...You slip your way through it.<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>""Calling all Aer Vis! Fall out and reassemble in an orderly fashion in this line!-""</div></blockquote><br/>As the speech came to an end and it was time to assemble into your respective lines for your factions, without a moments hesitation, she grabbed her things and headed over towards the Aer Vis line. She looked ready, excited for this upcoming year, as she waited in the line. She was a patient person, but she couldn't help but be eager for things to move along. Patience was the key to success, after all. Being an impatient person tended to just make you make mistakes and screw yourself over, because you end up doing something stupid because you lose your patience. Being a patient person was how you got to the top, she thought. If you pushed to rank up here, for example, that wouldn't get you anywhere. But trying to move up, and in her case, failing due to an injury, in a normal manner, is how you won. While falling behind and not being a high ranking person at the age of 15 was frustrating and disappointing, she was still patient to get to that point.<br/><br/>When Jason came up behind her to get into the line for Aer Vis, it was almost like she felt his presence and his gaze falling on her, because she turned her head back to look at him shortly after he had been 'focusing on what was right in front of him'. She felt no need to specifically focus on the line right that second, finding no reason not to glance back at him. The smile that she shot at him probably didn't really help him any. The smile she gave him gave off a knowing vibe about what he had been doing/possibly thinking, and also gave off the impression that she didn't really care about whatever it was, either, because there was no sign of annoyance. Just a cheeky smile. And shortly after she gave him that smile, she stared forward again, going back to acting like she was in a proper line and like nothing had ever happened."
5666,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=125,2014-11-28T07:05:00,New Jordslag,"Jamie silently and quickly made his way over to Invictus, trying to avoid attention. His face was a thick blank mask. Mac's words resounded through him:<span style=""font-style: italic"">""You know when you go through life, things get taken from you.""</span>Mac had no idea. Mac could never have any idea of how much you could lose. While his face was a mask, his eyes looked like wells of sadness, and it took his whole will to stop from crying. No. He couldn't think about that now. He had to be strong and pretend that he was fine, so nobody could notice him. He had to be good. Then, something deep inside him spoke to him: '<span style=""font-style: italic"">For who?</span>' That struck him. He certainly couldn't ever return to his Parents, as they hated his very soul. His Siblings were dead. He had no friends- wait. No. He had Carolin. '<span style=""font-style: italic"">I'll be strong for her.</span>He thought. '<span style=""font-style: italic"">I'll help her. She has no friends too. So I'll be her friend, if only to keep myself from breaking.</span>' He was shocked at this newfound determination. He had never felt it in his life. He then stood attention in front of the Invictus seniors, but relief was spreading throughout him. '<span style=""font-style: italic"">Finally. Finally I have a friend to support me when I fall.</span>'"
5667,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=125,2014-11-28T07:44:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Johannes Sundberg</span></span></div><br/>""Never eaten?.. Huh..."" Johan frowned at Kai. ""Well, it's nice to meet you, Kai. And actually, I'm a fox."" he added before ""Fishing! That sounds nice, yes! I'll see you later, then!"" he waved, turning away and yanking a handkerchief out of his pocket with which he would wipe his mouth. Anyway, the rest of the flight after that went smoothly. There were yells, but they were of excitement. Few arguments went off, but never continued. Johan continued to wonder about why those two older guys from earlier actually listened to him when he begged them to stop. That wasn't supposed to be natural. Big guys rarely ever listened to the little guys.<br/><br/>A bit later, not long after Johan found a good seat and was about to nap, someone said for him to prepare. Too late, anyway. The whole damn plane bucked and Johan slammed into his chair and had to cling to its underside so as not to fall out. It was a smooth enough landing, and Johan was relieved. He always felt dizzy when things got a tad too bumpy. Once the plane was down and the officers were boarding, Johan listened only silently as one man in particular hovered about, shouting at him and all the other students. He sure sounded angry..<br/><br/>As obediently as he could, Johan got into line so as not to be cursed at. He brought his bag along, too. The speech after disembarking was rather short, but since Johan was such a naive little bastard, he found it nice. Inspirational, even. The look of satisfaction on his face seemingly couldn't be wiped out as he simply stood there, looking dead to the world. No one was speaking to him, so he need not attempt to interact. Besides, it was noisy enough. The big soldier guy gave an even better speech after, and Johan realized it just then... That maybe the first one was a bit short. Then finally, it was time to get moving. Johan trailed quietly after all the other members of Invictus and was feeling excited, strangely. That he would have a chance to drive a tank with live rounds later on! Moving in random directions so as not to be crushed by larger kids, Johan ran into the red-haired girl and gave her a nudge, enough to mean that he wanted her attention.<br/><br/>""Hej!"" he tried to be louder than all the commotion around, ""I never got your name when we were on the plane, but I'm sure we've already spoken.. I'm Johan!"""
5668,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=125,2014-11-28T08:19:00,The GAmeTopians,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22601179#p22601179"">wrote</a>:</cite>-snippity snip-</div></blockquote><br/>""Oh. Hi! My name's Carolin. What can I do for ya, Johan?"" Carolin was a little annoyed, but not nearly as much as she was with the other guy."
5669,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=125,2014-11-28T08:38:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Johannes Sundberg</span></span></div><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Ah, she noticed me</span>. Johan smiled. Tipping his head back, he waved, smiling nervously. He didn't exactly want to bother anyone. He only thought it's be better to make friends now, than make more enemies later. He was a short kid, and who knows what this place could do to short kids like himself.<br/><br/>""Nothing really, sorry to bother you."" he shook his head, ""I just wanted to socialize is all... Anyway, it's nice to meet you!""<br/><br/>Looking behind her, he saw another student. He was taller, and so appeared older than Johan. Johan gave Carolin a polite smile before moving closer to Jamie and tapping him on the back since he couldn't reach up too far. ""Hej!"" he called, feeling as if he should've been louder, since this guy's head was way up. Or at least that's how it looked to Johan.."
5670,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=125,2014-11-28T09:07:00,Isle of Lithonia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Corrian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22600746#p22600746"">wrote</a>:</cite>When Jason came up behind her to get into the line for Aer Vis, it was almost like she felt his presence and his gaze falling on her, because she turned her head back to look at him shortly after he had been 'focusing on what was right in front of him'. She felt no need to specifically focus on the line right that second, finding no reason not to glance back at him. The smile that she shot at him probably didn't really help him any. The smile she gave him gave off a knowing vibe about what he had been doing/possibly thinking, and also gave off the impression that she didn't really care about whatever it was, either, because there was no sign of annoyance. Just a cheeky smile. And shortly after she gave him that smile, she stared forward again, going back to acting like she was in a proper line and like nothing had ever happened.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Whew, that was a close one. I almost lost...</span><br/><br/>But the worst wasn't over. Not with that smile. He stiffened, his ears and tail shooting straight up. His mouth dried, making it impossible (thankfully) for him to purr at her.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Callandra? Damn, she's never looked hotter...</span><br/><br/>He shook himself again as she turned away, grimacing at how he'd let Miss Midget Magic hold sway over his rationality, even if it was only for a moment. If he didn't get himself cooled off, nobody would take him seriously. So, he practiced his breathing exercises as he waited for the line to move."
5671,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=125,2014-11-28T09:50:00,Corrian,"Callandra gave a quick glance back at Jason again, because she thought that he heard him trying to keep himself calm behind her, and she found it amusing. She knew she had been a bit teasing, because that was kind of the intent, but his reaction was still amusing her. This time she smiled normally, and not even specifically at him, just in her own amusement at the situation itself. She chuckled to herself lightly in amusement, and then once again went back to focusing on the line itself, waiting for things to move along."
5672,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=125,2014-11-28T09:54:00,New Jordslag,"Jamie heard a whisper. At least, that's what he thought he heard. His Left ear didn't work, after all, and his Right one only did part way. Normal conversational speech only sounded like a whisper to him. Not that that was a problem with Carolin... Jamie shook his head, looking around. ""Who said that?"" He said, loudly. ""I didn't hear you."" Not now. Not yet. They couldn't know. They mustn't know. He didn't want their pity. He didn't want them to be sad on his behalf. So they couldn't know about his ears. About his past. He looked to Carolin. ""Was that you who said that?"""
5673,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=125,2014-11-28T10:03:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Johannes Sundberg</span></span></div><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Oh, perhaps my voice was too soft?</span>thought Johan, rubbing his throat gently. He tapped Jamie's shoulder again, seemingly desperate for attention. ""Hej!"" he cawed, a bit louder now, maybe upset to some point. ""That was me who called you.."" Johan frowned, he was quite sure he was at his loudest. This person could not hear him well, apparently. ""Did you not hear?"" he asked, tilting his head curiously."
5674,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=125,2014-11-28T10:10:00,New Jordslag,"Jamie felt someone tapping his shoulder. His head snapped around, and he almost punched this person in the face. He spoke back, but his voice came out irritable. ""Of course I didn't. You were too soft. And don't tap me on the shoulder. I almost hit you. Anyway,"" He said, brushing his shoulder off. ""What do you need? I was thinking."" As soon as the words came out of his mouth, Jamie regretted it. Here was a kid who was being kind and trying to Socialize, and he just brushed him off. Besides, it's not like he had any over abundance of friends."
5675,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=125,2014-11-28T10:19:00,The GAmeTopians,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Jordslag <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22602283#p22602283"">wrote</a>:</cite>Jamie felt someone tapping his shoulder. His head snapped around, and he almost punched this person in the face. He spoke back, but his voice came out irritable. ""Of course I didn't. You were too soft. And don't tap me on the shoulder. I almost hit you. Anyway,"" He said, brushing his shoulder off. ""What do you need? I was thinking."" As soon as the words came out of his mouth, Jamie regretted it. Here was a kid who was being kind and trying to Socialize, and he just brushed him off. Besides, it's not like he had any over abundance of friends.</div></blockquote><br/>""Jamie, don't be like that,"" Carolin chided, brushing up against him once more, ""He's just trying to say hi,"""
5676,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=125,2014-11-28T10:25:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Johannes Sundberg</span></span></div><br/>Reflexively, Johan flinched and nearly hopped back, having seen the speed at which this other person turned towards him. They looked ready to throw a punch. Johan frowned harder, leaning back in case he had to dodge one. ""I-I'm sorry.."" he shrugged.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Wow</span>.<span style=""font-style: italic"">What a friendly fellow</span>..<br/><br/>""U-uh..."" Johan rubbed his arm nervously. He really didn't know what to say, what with the somewhat hostile response and everything. He felt as if the best thing to do at this point was to recede into the crowd, out of sight. ""Nothing, really... Just thought I should make friends while I'm still breathing, I guess."" he said finally and loudly enough, feeling a bit spiteful inside, but couldn't help being nice."
5677,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=125,2014-11-28T10:36:00,New Jordslag,"Jamie, naturally, let out a long sigh. First, there was the insane, loud, energetic Cat-Girl rubbing up against him. He liked cats, but this was too much. Then there was this timid, foreign kid who usually spoke softly. He was in a bad place. As he had done since he was 3, he put on his Mask when he was in a bad place. So that's what he did. The irritation on his face flickered away, and his face became Blank. ""If you want to be friends, be my guest."" He said, in his usual monotone voice. ""But don't tap my shoulder. I react instinctively to that."" Giving a small smile obviously controlled by his Mask, he turned away to look at the other students. '<span style=""font-style: italic"">No. No, I don't want this. I want to be his friend, like Carolin. Why am I acting like this? What is going on? I don't know anymore. I should apologize, but I can't bring myself to. It's like I can't control my own body. I just want some friends, and a family. God, is that too much to ask for?</span>' When he thought nobody was looking, Jamie let a tear slip out of his imaginary mask and roll down his cheek. '<span style=""font-style: italic"">What a wreck I am.</span>' He thought. '<span style=""font-style: italic"">Unable to control my own tears.</span>'"
5678,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=125,2014-11-28T10:42:00,The GAmeTopians,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Jordslag <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22602436#p22602436"">wrote</a>:</cite>Jamie, naturally, let out a long sigh. First, there was the insane, loud, energetic Cat-Girl rubbing up against him. He liked cats, but this was too much. Then there was this timid, foreign kid who usually spoke softly. He was in a bad place. As he had done since he was 3, he put on his Mask when he was in a bad place. So that's what he did. The irritation on his face flickered away, and his face became Blank. ""If you want to be friends, be my guest."" He said, in his usual monotone voice. ""But don't tap my shoulder. I react instinctively to that."" Giving a small smile obviously controlled by his Mask, he turned away to look at the other students. '<span style=""font-style: italic"">No. No, I don't want this. I want to be his friend, like Carolin. Why am I acting like this? What is going on? I don't know anymore. I should apologize, but I can't bring myself to. It's like I can't control my own body. I just want some friends, and a family. God, is that too much to ask for?</span>' When he thought nobody was looking, Jamie let a tear slip out of his imaginary mask and roll down his cheek. '<span style=""font-style: italic"">What a wreck I am.</span>' He thought. '<span style=""font-style: italic"">Unable to control my own tears.</span>'</div></blockquote><br/>Carolin noticed the tear, and frowned. She wrapped him in a big hug, and said quietly, but not too quietly,<br/>""It's gonna be OK... what's wrong?"""
5679,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=125,2014-11-28T10:49:00,Arana,"Kai wandered off with the rest of the Invictus students. Looking around, he noticed the Leviathan ones heading off in another direction. Those were the lucky ones. They got to be around water all the time... maybe he'd get to be one of them eventually. Not that he didn't like Invictus. They had a certain reputation, full of trouble makers. Like him. Either way, it would work. After a bit of wandering and sniffing towards people, which was generally met with strange looks. Somehow he ended up near what's his name... oh yeah, Johannes. He was talking with two others, one of which smelled like a cat, the other like a normal person. Walking up behind him, he gave the other two a grin, showing off his teeth.<br/><br/>""Hey fox guy, who're your friends?"""
5680,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=125,2014-11-28T10:52:00,New Jordslag,"Jamie nearly fell off his feet due to the surprise hug. She asked, in what was a whisper to him, what was wrong. He found he could hear her. Was it because she was so close? Or because she spoke in Normal Conversational Speech, which is still a whisper to him? He decided he would probably never know. Instead, he turned his head to her, with her still hugging him. ""Uh, um, I'm fine. Just remembered some sad memories."" Not entirely a lie. But it wasn't the truth either. He was crying because he was afraid. Afraid of dying alone. ""I'm fine. But... You can let go of me now.' He said, pointing out her hugging of him. ""I'm almost certain this isn't what friends do.""<br/><br/>Then some new guy who obviously knew Johan said something to him."
5681,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=125,2014-11-28T11:25:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Johannes Sundberg</span></span></div><br/>""O-Okay..."" was all Johan could say after that. He turned away, quick enough that he didn't notice Jamie turning away either. He didn't bother to ask for a name this time, though he glanced back having heard a faint thump. He saw that girl, Carolin, glomping the other guy. With a shrug he began to move away, but heard a familiar voice coming from behind him.<br/><br/>""Oh?.."" Johan turned around to find the voice. It was Kai, from the plane. ""Uhh... Well, that's Carolin,"" he pointed to the red-haired girl, then looked over at Jamie. ""I don't know who that is.."" He was clearly already tired of dragging his suitcase around, so he stopped for a moment to think. And to rest, of course. He'd need his energy elsewhere for sure."
5682,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=125,2014-11-28T11:30:00,The GAmeTopians,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22602819#p22602819"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Johannes Sundberg</span></span></div><br/>""O-Okay..."" was all Johan could say after that. He turned away, quick enough that he didn't notice Jamie turning away either. He didn't bother to ask for a name this time, though he glanced back having heard a faint thump. He saw that girl, Carolin, glomping the other guy. With a shrug he began to move away, but heard a familiar voice coming from behind him. <br/><br/>""Oh?.."" Johan turned around to find the voice. It was Kai, from the plane. ""Uhh... Well, that's Carolin,"" he pointed to the red-haired girl, then looked over at Jamie. ""I don't know who that is.."" He was clearly already tired of dragging his suitcase around, so he stopped for a moment to think. And to rest, of course. He'd need his energy elsewhere for sure.</div></blockquote><br/>Carolin blushed and let go of Jamie. She turned her smile on full brightness (metaphor, for you literal people), and said, flirtingly (I don't know if that's a word),<br/>""Sorry about that."""
5683,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=150,2014-11-28T11:40:00,Arana,"Kai watched the other people, his eyes lingering on the cat one... Carolin, or whatever.<br/><br/>""Well, nice to meet you, Carolin and other guy. What classes are you guys in? I'm navy and infantry... hope I get in the water soon. Or get lunch. I ran out of fish on the plane... think they'll have some here?""<br/><br/>His thoughts full of food now, he sat down next to fox guy and watched the other two."
5684,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=150,2014-11-28T11:43:00,The GAmeTopians,"<blockquote><div><cite>Arana <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22602929#p22602929"">wrote</a>:</cite>Kai watched the other people, his eyes lingering on the cat one... Carolin, or whatever.<br/><br/>""Well, nice to meet you, Carolin and other guy. What classes are you guys in? I'm navy and infantry... hope I get in the water soon. Or get lunch. I ran out of fish on the plane... think they'll have some here?"" <br/><br/>His thoughts full of food now, he sat down next to fox guy and watched the other two.</div></blockquote><br/>Still flirting at full steam, Carolin replied,<br/>""I'm in Air Force and Infantry. Boom goes the missile!"" She giggled. ""We're on an island, of course there's fish!"""
5685,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=150,2014-11-28T11:46:00,New Jordslag,"Jamie sighed. Carolin was nice, but she could be rather idiotic sometimes. ""There may be fish here, but it's not like we can just go get it. There is something called laws. You need a license to get fish. Anyway, Carolin and I work at a Maid Cafe called<span style=""font-style: italic"">Paradox</span>. You wanna go there, after we drop off our stuff in the Dorms?"" Despite doing his best to befriend these people, Jamie unconsciously put his Blank mask over his face, and he looked generally disinterested."
5686,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=150,2014-11-28T11:55:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Johannes Sundberg</span></span></div><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">I'll fish where and when I want, thank you</span>. Johan crossed his arms over his chest defiantly, shaking his head. He had nothing to say, because he was busy minding his own business and wondering what exactly there was to do here besides work and study? His mind was telling him to move away from here to find someplace to relax, but he knew he wasn't supposed to. He'd get into a good amount of trouble doing that, for sure. He leaned against his suitcase, looking everywhere but at Carolin and Jamie, then shrugged to Jamie's question.<br/><br/>""That sounds fine..."" he said, looking over at what looked like the Defion group as they moved away."
5687,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=150,2014-11-28T11:59:00,Arana,"Kai grinned at the prospect of there being fish. Smiling at cat girl, he held out his hand.<br/><br/>""Name's Kai, by the way. Navy and Infantry, so I guess we'll be seeing each other. Maybe me, you, and Johan here could all go fishing together some time?""<br/><br/>His smile turned to a frown at the idea of laws against him getting fish. It's not like anyone owned the fish, they were just there, for the world. At least, that's what his parents had taught him.<br/><br/>""Sure... is there fish there?"""
5688,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=150,2014-11-28T12:03:00,New Jordslag,"Jamie noticed that the kid who had tapped him on the shoulder, Johan, was crossing his arms and shaking his head. Obvious signs he disagreed, but Jamie wouldn't call him out for it. He proceeded to lean on his Suitcase, looking everywhere but at him and Caroline, and otherwise acting strange. Then he shrugged, looking at the Defion group, while saying: ""That sounds fine..."" Jamie nodded then, Mask still on. ""Okay then, after we get to the Invictus dorms and drop off our stuff, let's head there."" Then he turned to Kai's question. ""Honestly? I have no idea, but I'm betting there is."""
5689,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=150,2014-11-28T13:10:00,The GAmeTopians,"Giggling mischeviously, Carolin jumped onto Jamie's back when he wasn't looking, sending them stumbling forward.<br/>""Hi Jamie!"""
5690,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=150,2014-11-28T13:13:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Johannes Sundberg</span></span></div><br/>Johan nodded to one one in particular. After the café, he would head to the aquarium with Kai. Surely he'd be okay with that.<br/>The idea of fish made Johan hungry, but he didn't want to open his bag just yet. With all these people around he'd look like an idiot, or at least that's just how he saw it. He didn't want to be digging through his bag when they finally had to get moving to their dorms. Thinking about that now, he realized how far the others would be from him now. Kai was probably going to join the Leviathan, and Carolin would be for the Air Force.<br/><br/>Defion was fine for him, though they seemed like jerks and all that... If he joined that League he would get to drive, shoot, or command a tank. He could already imagine himself at the controls. It would be just like back home if he was allowed to.<br/>""I need to get my hands on a tank or something..."" he said all of a sudden, frowning. ""I need to, so badly...""<br/><br/>Just then, Carolin glomped the guy again. Now Johan knew his name... Jamie. Anyway, they barreled forth, into someone else, making Johan gasp and cover his mouth in shock.<br/><br/>""Uh-oh..."""
5691,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=150,2014-11-28T13:17:00,New Jordslag,"Jamie's face went into total shock. He was not expecting this, even more so than the tap on his shoulder. And, as usual, it was Carolin who was doing these things to him. He wished that he had better friends to pick from. he wobbled wildly back and forth, before falling forward onto- what was her name? Lizzy, right?- and knocking her hat off before hitting the ground beside her. Jamie got up, his head in throbbing pain. Opening his eyes, he saw Carolin. Turning his head to look at Lizzy, he said: ""Agh, sorry. Carolin here tackled me. Here, i'll pick up your hat."" He leaned over to pick up her hat."
5692,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=150,2014-11-28T13:24:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Johannes Sundberg</span></span></div><br/>Johan froze. He winced as Jamie bumped into another girl that he'd noticed on the plane as well. Her hat was knocked off, revealing the more noticeable effects of her DNA splicing. He tipped his head back, and his nose began to twitch. She was a cat indeed. Like Carolin. But why hide her ears? They looked rather nice, really. Sitting daintily atop her head. Johan smiled and tilted his head to the side and chuffed.<br/><br/>""What fun,"" he commented, giggling. ""What fun indeed."""
5693,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=150,2014-11-28T13:55:00,Icrum,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Jordslag <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22603752#p22603752"">wrote</a>:</cite>Jamie's face went into total shock. He was not expecting this, even more so than the tap on his shoulder. And, as usual, it was Carolin who was doing these things to him. He wished that he had better friends to pick from. he wobbled wildly back and forth, before falling forward onto- what was her name? Lizzy, right?- and knocking her hat off before hitting the ground beside her. Jamie got up, his head in throbbing pain. Opening his eyes, he saw Carolin. Turning his head to look at Lizzy, he said: ""Agh, sorry. Carolin here tackled me. Here, i'll pick up your hat."" He leaned over to pick up her hat.</div></blockquote><br/>""AHH! My hat!"" Lizzy screamed as she attempted to hide her ears. She didn't want anyone to know that she was a partial. Well, except maybe Carolin, but that was different. She trusted Carolin. She grabbed the hat from Jamie and saw it was really dirty.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Damn it! Now I have to wash it. Now people will se I'm a partial. Unless I want to wear a dirty hat. Ugh!</span>Lizzy thought. Lizzy then sat down and started to sob.<br/>""Now you all know I'm a partial. Damn it! I tried to hide it! I don't want to be a partial....."" Lizzy said through sobbing. She hated being a partial. She hated the ridicule people gave her. Hell, even some partials mocked her. She just wanted to be human. She hoped no one around would mock her."
5694,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=150,2014-11-28T14:03:00,Arana,"Kai watched as Carolin jumped onto the other guy, sending them both barreling into another cat girl. One who, evidently, was not happy about being a cat girl. Approaching her quietly, and resisting the desire to see what cat tasted like, he spoke quietly.<br/><br/>""What's wrong with being a partial? Hell, if you ask me it's better than being human. Humans are just human... partials are more than human.""<br/><br/>He didn't mean that entirely, after all there were times where being partial got him into trouble. But since becoming one, he'd been able to see the ocean in ways his parents had never been able to, he'd gotten the chance to hunt alongside sharks, and he'd even managed to get into Eureka.<br/><br/>""Should come down to the aquarium in Emerald Cove... I'll show you how awesome being a partial is.""<br/><br/>Grinning, he rummaged through his bag for any kind of food, always hungry."
5695,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=150,2014-11-28T14:04:00,New Jordslag,"""...I don't want to be a Partial..."" Was the part that caught on with Jamie. He sat down next to her and looked at her. ""Why? It's not like anybody here can lift a single finger to discriminate against you. The entire Partial community here would rip them apart. Be proud. There are many partials with worse situations than you. So stand up, and be proud of being a Partial."" Despite his emotional speech, that he gave out of sheer boredom, his face remained Blank. '<span style=""font-style: italic"">Oh, goodness.</span>' He thought. '<span style=""font-style: italic"">My blank mask is still on.</span>'"
5696,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=150,2014-11-28T14:08:00,The Templar High Council,"<blockquote><div><cite>Brechalht <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22600166#p22600166"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Templar High Council <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22600075#p22600075"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I don't know, don't you not like me?"" Aiden still spoke angrily, but he felt a twinge of pain inside at his own words. Not gonna go into ""emotions"" with this guy though (yet). ""At least, we aren't great friends. I guess... thanks for getting my stuff?""</div></blockquote><br/>""No, we aren't friends. Not at all. But I respect you, and occasionally chuckle at your jokes. No problem about the bags, Tex. Consider it my one mercy for Defion this year.""<br/>He gave a small smile and began picking up his own bags again.</div></blockquote><br/>""You're gonna regret that, Tweety. But... thanks."" Aiden grinned as Ashcroft left, and quickly made his way back to the quickly amassing Defion group, high-fives and friendly punches awaiting him.<br/><br/>""Field Marshal Reacher, sir! Good to see you again."" Aiden saluted his superior officer, and occasional good friend, as the other Defion guys and girls stood in line chatting and reminiscing."
5697,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=150,2014-11-28T14:10:00,Perestroikavo,"<blockquote><div><cite>Icrum <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22604110#p22604110"">wrote</a>:</cite>""AHH! My hat!"" Lizzy screamed as she attempted to hide her ears. She didn't want anyone to know that she was a partial. Well, except maybe Carolin, but that was different. She trusted Carolin. She grabbed the hat from Jamie and saw it was really dirty.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Damn it! Now I have to wash it. Now people will se I'm a partial. Unless I want to wear a dirty hat. Ugh!</span> Lizzy thought. Lizzy then sat down and started to sob.<br/>""Now you all know I'm a partial. Damn it! I tried to hide it! I don't want to be a partial....."" Lizzy said through sobbing. She hated being a partial. She hated the ridicule people gave her. Hell, even some partials mocked her. She just wanted to be human. She hoped no one around would mock her.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Hearing Lizzy crying, Eli was filled with concern. So much so, that he decided it would be best to break ranks and help her out. He cleared the distance between her and him, and assuming the worst from the freshman around her, he acted. ""Aww. Piss off you lot."" He made shooing motions with his hands. Crouching down, he whispered in her ear. ""Shh. Its okay. It'll all be okay."""
5698,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=150,2014-11-28T14:22:00,Icrum,"<blockquote><div><cite>Perestroikavo <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22604297#p22604297"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Icrum <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22604110#p22604110"">wrote</a>:</cite>""AHH! My hat!"" Lizzy screamed as she attempted to hide her ears. She didn't want anyone to know that she was a partial. Well, except maybe Carolin, but that was different. She trusted Carolin. She grabbed the hat from Jamie and saw it was really dirty.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Damn it! Now I have to wash it. Now people will se I'm a partial. Unless I want to wear a dirty hat. Ugh!</span> Lizzy thought. Lizzy then sat down and started to sob.<br/>""Now you all know I'm a partial. Damn it! I tried to hide it! I don't want to be a partial....."" Lizzy said through sobbing. She hated being a partial. She hated the ridicule people gave her. Hell, even some partials mocked her. She just wanted to be human. She hoped no one around would mock her.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Hearing Lizzy crying, Eli was filled with concern. So much so, that he decided it would be best to break ranks and help her out. He cleared the distance between her and him, and assuming the worst from the freshman around her, he acted. ""Aww. Piss off you lot."" He made supping motions with his hands. Crouching down, he whispered in her ear. ""Shh. Its okay. It'll all be okay.""</div></blockquote><br/>""No it won't! Everywhere I've gone I've been mocked. Just because I was born a partial. I'm different. Every other partial was born human but was spliced. I was never a human. I'm a freak....."" Lizzy said sadly. She the burried her head into her arms and began to cry more and more.<br/><blockquote><div><cite>New Jordslag <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22604217#p22604217"">wrote</a>:</cite>""...I don't want to be a Partial..."" Was the part that caught on with Jamie. He sat down next to her and looked at her. ""Why? It's not like anybody here can lift a single finger to discriminate against you. The entire Partial community here would rip them apart. Be proud. There are many partials with worse situations than you. So stand up, and be proud of being a Partial."" Despite his emotional speech, that he gave out of sheer boredom, his face remained Blank. '<span style=""font-style: italic"">Oh, goodness.</span>' He thought. '<span style=""font-style: italic"">My blank mask is still on.</span>'</div></blockquote><br/>Lizzy stopped crying after letting Jamie's words sink in.<br/>""It doesn't matter. I only look like a cat. I don't have a cool ability. Other than reaction speed. But my dad has that...."" Lizzy said. She just wanted to die now that people knew her secret. It would be hell for her. She's been everywhere, and almost everyone mocked her. She loathed it. So she hid, she hid to protect herself from anyone that would mock her.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Maybe I'll be fine if I stay with someone who cares. I can't be in a building where almost everyone slept together.</span>She thought. She did hear from other people that some of the higher students got there own flats.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Maybe Aaron will let me stay with him. Or maybe Eli if he has a flat.</span>Lizzy hoped to herself."
5699,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=150,2014-11-28T14:31:00,Perestroikavo,"""Don't be preposterious. That doesn't matter."" Seeing Lizzy bury her arms into her head and hearing more sobs coming from the enclosed space between her head and legs. ""Just forget it Lizzy. Besides, they wont make fun of you anymore. I promise. Trust me, there is nothing wrong with being a partial."" Eli looked around and saw a small crowd of Invictus had formed around them. He just looked back down and began whispering more reassurances into her ear, trying to drown out the murmuring of the other students to her."
5700,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=150,2014-11-28T14:33:00,Arana,"Kai frowned as the human ran in, rather rudely actually. Nobody shooed him or told him to piss off. Showing his teeth to the original, he crouched as well.<br/><br/>""Like I said, cat girl. You're not a human. You're more than a human. That's a good thing.""<br/><br/>Turning away, he looked over to Johannes.<br/><br/>""Wanna go get to our dorms or something? I need to get some lunch..."""
5701,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=150,2014-11-28T14:36:00,New Jordslag,"Jamie shrugged. Then, he realized it. '<span style=""font-style: italic"">This girl has been through the same situation as me. She's been mocked. Humiliated. Because of things about her.</span>' With that realization, his pity for her increased. Then, something that he thought to be impossible happened. He tore off his mask. He let out a small, reassuring smile. ""So what? Nobody here cares about your powers as a Partial. They care about your powers as a person. As a student. And we? We care about you as a friend. We won't mock you for having Cat ears and no powers. So long as you stay our friend, it doesn't matter. I promise you, nobody will mock you. Now, how about we all go to the Cage I work at? I bet that'll make you feel better."" Jamie could feel his smile fading, but he didn't care if his mask came back. So long as he could help Lizzy, that would make his life worth it."
5702,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=150,2014-11-28T14:58:00,The GAmeTopians,"<blockquote><div><cite>Perestroikavo <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22604565#p22604565"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Don't be preposterious. That doesn't matter."" Seeing Lizzy bury her arms into her head and hearing more sobs coming from the enclosed space between her head and legs. ""Just forget it Lizzy. Besides, they wont make fun of you anymore. I promise. Trust me, there is nothing wrong with being a partial."" Eli looked around and saw a small crowd of Invictus had formed around them. He just looked back down and began whispering more reassurances into her ear, trying to drown out the murmuring of the other students to her.</div></blockquote><br/>Carolin shooed the crowd away.<br/>""Piss off, you're not helping. Jamie, good idea! Let's drop down by<span style=""font-style: italic"">Paradox</span>, ask the boss to have the chef whip something up for us."""
5703,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=150,2014-11-28T15:51:00,TriStates,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Perestroikavo""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Perestroikavo <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22597881#p22597881"">wrote</a>:</cite>Eli was dissapointed when Mac interrupted his poker game, more specifically, the dealing of the first hand. When he heard the seniors calling out for the various leagues to join them, he perked up immediately. Looking at Lizzy one last time, he left her with a riddle of his own design. ""The apple of an eye, the misfit upon students, and beheld one. Who am I?"" With his cryptic meaning seemingly not understood by the freshman, he took his leave. Eli headed towards the Leviathon line reluctantly, and glance over at Aiden and the rest of Defion as they formed their respective lines. Luckily, he was second only to the seniors and a single junior. Standing straight as a ramrod, he tried to give off the best impression he could to this relatively new group that he would be serving with.</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Vancon""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Vancon"";p=""22598573""<br/>After the call to arms, Val waved goodbye to Aid and proceeded to look over at Jay. <br/><br/>""Sorry, but I gotta go to, as should you. I guess we were talking too much for you to say anything, no? You know what, here,"" she said giving the young man a business card, ""I got these after becoming representative, and it's got my number on it. Give me a call or something, you hear? 'Later!"" she finished. <br/><br/>Val turned on her heels and hit Jay in the face with her hair as she walked off to her league. She went up to the group and pushed her way through to the front alongside her boss, Miss Grey. The contrast of her fiery red hair compared to her superior's grey hair, just like the colour of it. They had equal lengths of hair, and looked pretty similar all things considered, minus the hair of course and the fact that one of them had an eyepatch. Val did have one thing up on her superior though; she was taller. Significantly so. <br/><br/>""Hey boss, your second in command is here and ready to go, but more importantly, how're you doing ma'am?"" asked the fiery one to the icy one.[/quote]</cite></div></blockquote></div></div><br/><br/>Fleet Marshal Ariel Grey had peeled off from the line of Fourth Years after Mac's dismissal. Having strided her way to the head of a collection of Aer Vis cadets, she had been examining the Leagues digital rosters with the other senior officers, having summoned them from an eletronic tablet that she held in her hand. A few minutes afterward, a roll call was being declared over megaphone by a Leviathan Commander.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">""Once your name is called, take two steps forward toward the registration officers! Give them your information, and they will hand over your uniform kit and NetSet!"" </span></blockquote><br/><br/>Holding up his right arm for few, the Commanders arm had a elongated electronic interface that started at his wrist, and ended at his upper arm. The one he had on was a Ravencroft model, having been issued to him when he entered the Academy. The device itself was 10 year ahead of anything that could be bought on the open market, and essentially outmoded the use of laptops and smart phones on the island. <br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">""After recovering your kit, stow your gear in the Leviathan barracks. You are then free to roam the grounds and facility for the remainder of the day. Revilry and roll is at 0400, breakfast at 0500, followed by the Entrance Proving Exam at 0530. Under no circumstance should you be late. Now, reassignments and ranks are in and are as follows: Alphonse, Roger - 1st Sergeant... Breckinridge, Lee - Ensign... Secut, Valerie - Captain... Breskovskiey, Eli - Commander..."" </span></blockquote><br/><br/>And so the list continued to come forth in blaring announcements. Deep in discussion about rules, ranks and regulations with her Senior peers, Ariel was oblivious to the development of things around her, until a loud, boisterous report from a familiar voice caused her to look up from her task. <br/><br/>""Pheonix, your back,"" observed the senior officer, addressing Valerie by her callsign. Glancing back at the tablet, she continued, ""Your status has been offically updated. Congradualtions Captain."" Focusing her attention on the question asked then, Ariel measured up the physically imposing Junior with steely, single-orbed, scrutiny. <br/><br/>""I have been adequate. Thank you for your concern. And yourself?"" <br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Orson""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">[quote=""The Orson Empire ""22598249 wrote:Once the announcement was over, Thad grabbed his suitcase and joined his Defion comrades. He watched as the other leagues formed their lines. He was particularly looking at the freshman, who were rushing towards Invictus. Although he had been one of them just a year ago, he had changed so much in that short period of time. He may have still been reckless, but he was no longer naive. Especially after hearing Mac's speech, he knew that many of them wouldn't make it. It had been the same last year, and all years before that. He didn't pity them though- they all knew what they were getting into when they signed up. <br/><br/>Thad continued to look around, observing the scene and waiting for further instructions.</div></div></div></div><br/><br/>""<span style=""font-weight: bold"">IS THIS YOUR NETSET!</span>"" bellowed a senior Staff Officer to a dumbfounded Non-com.<br/><br/>""Uh..."" answered the perplexed junior soldier, which only caused to aggrevate the officer further.<br/><br/>""Speak.. LOUDER!""<br/><br/>""U-u-uh Yes- Yes sir?""<br/><br/>""It is, huh!?""<br/><br/>""Yes, sir!""<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-weight: bold"">THEN WHY IS TIED TO SOMEONE ELSE PACK!</span>""<br/><br/>""I made a mistake sir-""<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-weight: bold"">YOUR GODDAMN RIGHT YOU DID! THIS SHIT IS WORTH MORE THAN YOU ARE, AND YOU JUST GONNA LEAVE LYING AROUND!</span>""<br/><br/>Similar conversations were going around the gathered Defion cadets, causing the massive line of incoming and outgoing individuals to become even more disorderly and constricted.<br/><br/>""You Arkenson!?,"" demanded a flustered looking Defion Leuitenant. Shrugging her shoulders, not bothering to wait for a response, she continued, ""A fuck it.. here! You've made Corporal, congrats."" Pushing a uniform kit and a NetSet comm device into his hands, she pushed past Thaddeus without a second look, to busy on her mission of matching the incoming Who's with the What's.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Temp""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>The Templar High Council <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22604277#p22604277"">wrote</a>:</cite>""You're gonna regret that, Tweety. But... thanks."" Aiden grinned as Ashcroft left, and quickly made his way back to the quickly amassing Defion group, high-fives and friendly punches awaiting him.<br/><br/>""Field Marshal Reacher, sir! Good to see you again."" Aiden saluted his superior officer, and occasional good friend, as the other Defion guys and girls stood in line chatting and reminiscing.</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/>""Tex!"" boomed the Field Marshal, his constant companion of a cigarette hanging jauntily on the side of his mouth. Shoving the megaphone he had been using to one of his aides, the Marshal made his way through the sea of students towards Aiden. ""Always damn glad to see one of my better trench fighters!""<br/><br/>The wiry, well-muscled Senior clapped a arm around the Juniors shoulder, leading him farther into the Defion regestration location, away from all the hullabaloo and noise. Finally haulting his walk and steering of Aiden, the Marshal puffed thoughtfully on his cigarette before continuing.<br/><br/>""I'd like to get some business straightened out right away, before everything is all said and done. And your just the person I wanted to see. My old hand, Jameson Lauderdale, bit the Phantom Bullet...""<br/><br/>He shook his head while stating the unfortunante news. The Ravencroft simulation program was hands down, the best in state-of-the-art technology. The only problem was, usually the things that are the best come with the most problems to fix. The Phantom Bullet, as it was called by seasoned Eureka Cadets, was just such a problem. A phenomenon within the software and hardware of the simulation program, its arrival during a simulation would cause a glitch in the system, temporarily shutting down all safety protocols in place. Protocols, that would otherwise keep Cadet injuries and deaths in the sims from effecting their real bodies.<br/><br/>It was, and is, an ever present possiblity of danger.<br/><br/>""Got decapitated by an<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/8.8_cm_Flak_18/36/37/41"" rel=""nofollow"">88 in the Normandy sim</a>during Summer Training. Auto-eject on his Sim pod never kicked in. James flatlined. Poor sombitch never knew what hit'em... Anyway, now I'm in need of a good number two man. You up for the job?""<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Lith, Cor, Brech, Has""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Isle of Lithonia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22601761#p22601761"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-style: italic"">Whew, that was a close one. I almost lost...</span><br/><br/>But the worst wasn't over. Not with that smile. He stiffened, his ears and tail shooting straight up. His mouth dried, making it impossible (thankfully) for him to purr at her. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Callandra? Damn, she's never looked hotter...</span><br/><br/>He shook himself again as she turned away, grimacing at how he'd let Miss Midget Magic hold sway over his rationality, even if it was only for a moment. If he didn't get himself cooled off, nobody would take him seriously. So, he practiced his breathing exercises as he waited for the line to move.</div></blockquote><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Corrian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22600746#p22600746"">wrote</a>:</cite>As the speech came to an end and it was time to assemble into your respective lines for your factions, without a moments hesitation, she grabbed her things and headed over towards the Aer Vis line. She looked ready, excited for this upcoming year, as she waited in the line. She was a patient person, but she couldn't help but be eager for things to move along. Patience was the key to success, after all. Being an impatient person tended to just make you make mistakes and screw yourself over, because you end up doing something stupid because you lose your patience. Being a patient person was how you got to the top, she thought. If you pushed to rank up here, for example, that wouldn't get you anywhere. But trying to move up, and in her case, failing due to an injury, in a normal manner, is how you won. While falling behind and not being a high ranking person at the age of 15 was frustrating and disappointing, she was still patient to get to that point.<br/><br/>When Jason came up behind her to get into the line for Aer Vis, it was almost like she felt his presence and his gaze falling on her, because she turned her head back to look at him shortly after he had been 'focusing on what was right in front of him'. She felt no need to specifically focus on the line right that second, finding no reason not to glance back at him. The smile that she shot at him probably didn't really help him any. The smile she gave him gave off a knowing vibe about what he had been doing/possibly thinking, and also gave off the impression that she didn't really care about whatever it was, either, because there was no sign of annoyance. Just a cheeky smile. And shortly after she gave him that smile, she stared forward again, going back to acting like she was in a proper line and like nothing had ever happened.</div></blockquote><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Brechalht <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22600166#p22600166"">wrote</a>:</cite>""No, we aren't friends. Not at all. But I respect you, and occasionally chuckle at your jokes. No problem about the bags, Tex. Consider it my one mercy for Defion this year.""<br/>He gave a small smile and began picking up his own bags again.</div></blockquote><blockquote><div><cite>Republic of Hasgriu <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22600189#p22600189"">wrote</a>:</cite>Aer Vis was waiting on a few remaining pilots. Daniel looked around, and saw Major Aaron Ashcroft chatting with Defion General Aiden Flint. He hollered at him, ""Major, sir! Please hurry up! We're leaving now!""</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/>A loud burst of static came from the bullhorn in use by Field Marshal Samantha Trelane.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Attention! Once I call your name, grab your kit, and stow it. Losing your shit does not make me a happy Marshal, so don't do it! Ranks and Reassingments for Aer Vis returners are as follows: Reed, Jason promoted to Wing Colonel|Khoo, Daniel promoted to 1st Sergeant|Ashcroft, Aaron promoted to Group Major|Clyne, Callandra promoted to Corporal... </span></blockquote>"
5704,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=150,2014-11-28T16:29:00,The Great Korean Empire,"Well looks like a start of another year. Lee went over and got his luggage consisting of a suitcase and a satchel and made his way to the rest of the Defions. He looked towards all the freshmen running towards Invictus. How many... how many indeed would be able to get past their first year? He had briefly noticed the exchange between Tex and Asscraft over what turned out to be a brief misunderstanding. Maybe, just maybe Aer Vis wasn't that bad afterall... They still sucked though. He stopped and waited in line and turned to see the Field Marshal lead Tex further into the Defion registration line.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Something tells me he just got a big damn promotion...""</span>Shaking his head he turned and saw Thad get his promotion walking over he thumped him on the back and said ""Congrats Thad""!"
5705,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=150,2014-11-28T16:37:00,Corrian,"<span style=""font-style: italic"">Look at this lot. You'd think people would know how to follow orders by now, but here they all are, piling up, out of line, talking to each other and sniveling over things</span>Callandra thought to herself, mentally, and a bit physically, shaking her head at the scene.<span style=""font-style: italic"">How do these men and women expect to make it through this by acting sympathetic to each other and crying over trivial bullshit? Well, I guess I know who's unlikely to make it all the way...</span>She continued to think to herself related to the assembly of students that were out of line, chatting to each other, and trying to encourage the one girl to be more cheery and upbeat, instead of staying in their respective faction lines like they were supposed to.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Whatever, it is their loss</span>She thought to herself<br/><br/>As the bullhorn blared into life, Callandra's full attention went back on the task at hand, not laughing or messing with Jason. It was like that whole scenario hadn't just happened, her attention now fully focused on her duty at hand, not some random boy who had apparently been staring at her. Well, he wasn't completely random. She knew him briefly from previous years. But practically everyone was random to her unless the situation fit otherwise.<br/><br/>She listened as the names were called up, and people were promoted. When her name was brought up, she smiled in satisfaction to herself when it was mentioned that she had been promoted to Corporal. Sure, it may not have been a perfectly shiny position like being a General or something, but any promotion made her happy. Slowly going up the ranks was how you got to the top, after all. She stepped up immediately, her bags of stuff in hand/rolled/however baggage was moved around these days up, and her grabbing her kit as she walked by when she got her promotion. She smiled at Field Marshal Samantha Trelane, gave a nod of her head, and moved on forward."
5706,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=150,2014-11-28T16:51:00,The Orson Empire,"Thad watched as names began to be called and promotions given out. He eventually lost focused, and was startled when the Defion lieutenant yelled at him. He became even more dumbfounded as she promoted him to a corporal and shoved a uniform kit and his NetSet comm device into his hands. Thad couldn't believe that he had been promoted to corporal this early in the year. Then again, he hadn't expected to be promoted at all. Thad then came back into reality and took a look at his NetSet, but quickly learned to respect the electronic device after seeing the junior soldier being ripped a new one.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>The Great Korean Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22606233#p22606233"">wrote</a>:</cite>Well looks like a start of another year. Lee went over and got his luggage consisting of a suitcase and a satchel and made his way to the rest of the Defions. He looked towards all the freshmen running towards Invictus. How many... how many indeed would be able to get past their first year? He had briefly noticed the exchange between Tex and Asscraft over what turned out to be a brief misunderstanding. Maybe, just maybe Aer Vis wasn't that bad afterall... They still sucked though. He stopped and waited in line and turned to see the Field Marshal lead Tex further into the Defion registration line. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""Something tells me he just got a big damn promotion...""</span> Shaking his head he turned and saw Thad get his promotion walking over he thumped him on the back and said ""Congrats Thad""!</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Thanks, man,"" Thad replied as Lee thumped him on the back. ""I honestly didn't expect this to happen this early in the year."""
5707,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=150,2014-11-28T18:30:00,The Templar High Council,"<blockquote><div><cite>TriStates <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22605729#p22605729"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Tex!"" boomed the Field Marshal, his constant companion of a cigarette hanging jauntily on the side of his mouth. Shoving the megaphone he had been using to one of his aides, the Marshal made his way through the sea of students towards Aiden. ""Always damn glad to see one of my better trench fighters!"" <br/><br/>The wiry, well-muscled Senior clapped a arm around the Juniors shoulder, leading him farther into the Defion regestration location, away from all the hullabaloo and noise. Finally haulting his walk and steering of Aiden, the Marshal puffed thoughtfully on his cigarette before continuing.<br/><br/>""I'd like to get some business straightened out right away, before everything is all said and done. And your just the person I wanted to see. My old hand, Jameson Lauderdale, bit the Phantom Bullet...""<br/><br/>He shook his head while stating the unfortunante news. The Ravencroft simulation program was hands down, the best in state-of-the-art technology. The only problem was, usually the things that are the best come with the most problems to fix. The Phantom Bullet, as it was called by seasoned Eureka Cadets, was just such a problem. A phenomenon within the software and hardware of the simulation program, its arrival during a simulation would cause a glitch in the system, temporarily shutting down all safety protocols in place. Protocols, that would otherwise keep Cadet injuries and deaths in the sims from effecting their real bodies. <br/><br/>It was, and is, an ever present possiblity of danger. <br/><br/>""Got decapitated by an 88 in the Normandy sim during Summer Training. Auto-eject on his Sim pod never kicked in. James flatlined. Poor sombitch never knew what hit'em... Anyway, now I'm in need of a good number two man. You up for the job?""</div></blockquote><br/>""Damn shame."" Aiden huffed at the loss. Jamie was a good man, too bad he didn't make it. But his eyes went wide at the sound of the new rank. ""Ax, it'd be my pleasure to. Gonna whip these recruits into shape."""
5708,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=175,2014-11-28T18:32:00,Republic of Hasgriu,"First Sergeant was lower than Daniel's expectations by a rank, but perhaps his expectations were just too high. It was a respectable rank to begin with, and there would be many opportunities to gain promotions in the coming year, anyway. He put the NetSet into his breast pocket, careful to ensure that it was secure, not wanting to repeat what happened the year before in Invictus. He then placed the uniform kit into his backpack, nice and folded."
5709,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=175,2014-11-28T19:15:00,Perestroikavo,"Eli heard his name called along with his rank. Commander. The title momentarily took his breath away, as he never could have expected such a high rank as soon as he enlisted with Leviathan. Lizzy seemed a bit better, but seeing as she hadn't talked to anyone for some minutes, he picked her up and carried the smaller girl with him, much like one would to a child. Eli ignored the glares from his superior officers and the wierd looks from other students as he recieved his gear, put all the important bits in his pockets, fiddled with the silver oakleaf, and put the rest of his gear, including his crisp new officer's uniform, in his bag, and set out with both arms full back to the freshman and Invictus lines. Just as Eli arrived, he overheard another girl speaking, her voice instantly getting on his nerves and giving him an immediate dislike of her. When she mentioned the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Paradox</span>, he let out an involuntary sigh. That was right next to the library. When she invited Lizzy along, he cringed. Looking down, a tear streaked face and red, puffy eyes met his own. She nodded twice, confirming Eli's fear. ""Well, I guess we're all headed to the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Paradox</span>then."" Eli didn't much like the establishment, considering it was a rather promiscious affair, and it made him uncomfortable. He only went in there when he needed coffee badly after a long shift at the library. Speaking of, Eli had many fond memories of<span style=""font-style: italic"">Cognitio Veritas</span>. The best part about it was that since hardly anyone visited, there was a skeleton crew running the place, and he was the only one there usually during the school year, with the usual seasonal help laid off upon his return. Letting loose a final sigh, he shrugged and looked down at the surrounding freshmen. ""Well then, shall we head to the establishment of your choosing?"""
5710,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=175,2014-11-28T20:03:00,Corrian,"After getting her kit and all that, and heaved her things around, Callandra decided that, now that she got through the promotion part and getting her gear and all that fun stuff, that she might as well go and talk to someone for a bit before heading off to settle into her favorite home of the two homes that she had. You didn't want to haul all this crap around forever after all. And who better to talk to than Jason, the boy who, from her perspective, clearly found her attractive and had issues keeping himself calm around her? She wasn't sure why his behavior was like that, but honestly, she wasn't even really thinking about his behavior at all, beyond finding it amusing from what she had seen from her brief glances. And she figured she might as well talk to him, to see how that went.<br/><br/>After spotting him, Callandra approached him, and smiled, but not some cheeky smile or anything, just your typical every day smile like you were greeting someone, as if nothing had gone on between them a bit ago in the line. ""Hello"" She said in a friendly manner, maybe a bit...too friendly, like she was still vaguely playing off of what happened just a bit ago, making her over exaggerate her friendliness. ""I am sure you know this already, especially since they called my name a bit ago, but my name is Callandra"" She said, offering a hand for Jason to shake. ""I figured I could use someone to talk to for the time being, and I thought...why not you? You're the first one so far this year that caught my eye"" She said, not elaborating on what she meant by ""catching her eye"", intentionally leaving it open to be taken in many different ways. Though, she did add a part on for a joke. ""Or was it more like...I caught your eye?"" She chuckled lightly."
5711,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=175,2014-11-28T20:39:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Johannes Sundberg</span></span></div><br/>More people began to appear, and Johan seemed dead to the world. He never knew what to do in situations like these. He wasn't very good at reassuring people who needed it. In fact, he might just agitate them further. The fox partial simply stared at Lizzy as she cried over her ears. He also wondered why. Being partial meant you were different. Made better to some extent. There was indeed no reasonn to cry about it. But here it was. If Johan had said that to the girl, she'd probably hurt even more than she already did. With a shrug, he turned to face Kai.<br/><br/>""I don't know... Are we allowed to leave already?"" he asked, unsure. He hadn't been listening to any orders if they came through."
5712,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=175,2014-11-28T21:36:00,TriStates,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Birds of a Feather</span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cast:</span><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i1283.photobucket.com/albums/a558/NikoSuave2/white-wings_zps24bfeb64.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Saito ""White Knight"" Tsukuda (Invictus)</a>&<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://s1283.photobucket.com/user/NikoSuave2/media/sergeant_oddball_by_lordsjaak-d6j0rhi_zpsa6034b81.png.html"" rel=""nofollow"">Jessica ""Oddball"" O'Flattery(Invictus)</a><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Setting:</span>Navarone Proving Center, Airfield<br/><hr/><br/><br/>Colonel Saito Tsukuda and Sergeant Major Jessica O'Flattery had been among the first to get registered and recieve their gear. Departing the field, where many returners were still in line, they said farewell to their friend Joshua. The Field Marshal himself had his hands full, and probably wouldn't have the time to hang out with them until tomorrow at breakfast. Their Russian friend Alphabet, whose name both had given up trying to pronounce, had apparently gone on a sudden journey of his own. They had last seen him by tarmac. In the midst of a trio of Leviathan sophmores girls, all of them giggling and doing everything but swooning as Alphabet worked the crowd, putting to use his rougish charm. After all, whats a little, friendly, inter-league fratinization concerining the fairer sex? Or at least, thats how he would put it.<br/><br/>The Colonel and Sergeant Major made their way past the other three league registration groups, stopping when they had made it back to their own line. Gazing out among the gathered cadets, Saito moved to turn away, only to be stopped by a stiff arm bar from Jessica. Glancing at her quizzically, she cleared her throat, looking at him, while throwing her head in the direction of the freshmen group.<br/><br/>""Come on..."" she urged, her eyes meeting his, ""You know where supposed to do.""<br/><br/>Grunting in reply, Saito turned back to the crowd.<br/><br/>""You know its not my thing... you could get Fisk to baby sit.. he loves it.."" he muttered lowly to Jessica.<br/><br/>""Yeaah.. but he can't dance like you can,"" she finished playfully, nudging the senior officer with her hip and elbow, causing him to stumble from the unexpected movement.<br/><br/>Recovering quickly, Saito sent her a depreciating look, which she intercepted with a shit-eating grin of her own.<br/><br/>""You know I can't dance.""<br/><br/>""But its funny to watch you try,"" chimbed in the Sergeant Major.<br/><br/>Snorting with laughter, the Colonel declared, ""Your evil.""<br/><br/>"" I know,"" retorted Jessica, that smile still on her face.<br/><br/>A short silence followed as they both watched the cadets in front of them.<br/><br/>""Come oooon! Get this over with so we can go into town!"" she said, this time pushing him further towards the gathered group of freshmen and lower classmen.<br/><br/>Seeing no way to escape from this, if he wanted to enjoy the rest of his day of liberty, Saito rose his voice as he addressed the assembled Invictus students in general.<br/><br/>""Everybody, ears up! Me and the Sergeant are headed down to Valston for a good time. Anyone who wants to join us and tag along is welcomed to do so. Any takers?""<br/><br/>The Invictus Colonel stood, the Sergeant slightly behind him, awaiting any response they would get from any of their fellow League members."
5713,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=175,2014-11-28T22:31:00,Isle of Lithonia,"<blockquote><div><cite>TriStates <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22605729#p22605729"">wrote</a>:</cite>A loud burst of static came from the bullhorn in use by Field Marshal Samantha Trelane.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Attention! Once I call your name, grab your kit, and stow it. Losing your shit does not make me a happy Marshal, so don't do it! Ranks and Reassingments for Aer Vis returners are as follows: Reed, Jason promoted to Wing Colonel|Khoo, Daniel promoted to 1st Sergeant|Ashcroft, Aaron promoted to Group Major|Clyne, Callandra promoted to Corporal... </span></blockquote></div></blockquote><br/>Jason walked forward when his name was called, his tail and head held up with pride. A Wing Colonel? It was exactly as he had wanted. He was now one of the highest officers in Aer Vis, and he planned on using this position to the fullest. He would work to make this league the greatest in all the Academy...<br/><br/>...And he would defeat every other pilot around. Including Val, although he'd do so in the kindest way possible. Obviously, he couldn't maim his dear friend, not even for the position of top ace in the Academy.<br/><br/>Back to his current position. Having been granted this rank was quite the honor, and it placed a massive amount of responsibility on his shoulders. Now, he had to look after nearly everyone in Aer Vis (well, a rather large amount of persons anyway). And it was his pleasure to do so.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Corrian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22609191#p22609191"">wrote</a>:</cite>After spotting him, Callandra approached him, and smiled, but not some cheeky smile or anything, just your typical every day smile like you were greeting someone, as if nothing had gone on between them a bit ago in the line. ""Hello"" She said in a friendly manner, maybe a bit...too friendly, like she was still vaguely playing off of what happened just a bit ago, making her over exaggerate her friendliness. ""I am sure you know this already, especially since they called my name a bit ago, but my name is Callandra"" She said, offering a hand for Jason to shake. ""I figured I could use someone to talk to for the time being, and I thought...why not you? You're the first one so far this year that caught my eye"" She said, not elaborating on what she meant by ""catching her eye"", intentionally leaving it open to be taken in many different ways. Though, she did add a part on for a joke. ""Or was it more like...I caught your eye?"" She chuckled lightly.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Jason was a bit more prepared for the girl this time, but only slightly. Although he still felt a bit ""tugged in"" by her, he maintained his decorum, and even gave her a polite, not-so-awkward smile (although his cheeks still had a hint of red from her ""catching your eye"" joke). ""You'll have to excuse my earlier behavior. Things have been too crazy for me today, and the stress is beginning to throw me off balance.""<br/><br/>Which was mostly true, or should I say most of the truth. But regardless, he held out his hand to shake hers. ""It is good to finally meet you, Callandra. Although we've been in separate wings for the past couple years, I've known of you, and heard much. Especially of your piloting skills. I will admit that your abilities as a pilot are quite amazing, and I was rather unhappy to hear that you had been injured last year.""<br/><br/>He grinned. ""But from what I've heard, you will now be in my wing this year. And if what I've heard of your abilities is true, I wouldn't mind having you as my wingman."" His tail swayed, and his grin turned to a teasing smile. ""Of course, I am still uncertain what your injuries, and your lengthy absence, may have done to your piloting abilities. Do you think you're up for taking on the other leagues' best aces? Or do you wish to start smaller?""<br/><br/>His eyes flashed brightly, hoping he could get her to take up his unspoken offer of becoming his wingman. Although he'd never flown with her before, Callandra's piloting records proved that she had the potential to become one of the greatest pilots around. In fact, she was one of the top contenders for becoming Aer Vis' favorite pilot of the Sophomore year. Her crash and subsequent injuries made it impossible for Jason to know if she would have come out on top. But to be honest, he had worried that year that she may overpass him.<br/><br/>Thankfully, and sadly, he'd never fully know if his fears were justified. At least, not until he could see her in aerial combat for himself.<br/><br/>And it was now one of his goals to do just that: see her in combat. Even better, he would use her abilities to help propel him and his wing to greatness in the Aer Vis. In so doing, he might just see what this girl is made of, and even push her to the next level.<br/><br/>It was also his intention to take her along with him to meet with Tex and Val. Of course, he'd have to see if those two would like to join him, but he had little doubts as to whether they'd want to join him and play a game of ""catch-up""."
5714,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=175,2014-11-28T22:36:00,Arana,"Kai stiffened as the officers spoke. Damn hypnotist... of course, if it wasn't for him, he'd probably ignore most of the orders given to him, so it probably wasn't the worst thing.<br/><br/>""Hell, sounds like they'd be fine with it. They're going somewhere else anyways... hey, if we can catch a ride to Emerald Cove... technically they're not expecting me yet. But it couldn't hurt. A friend of my parents works at this aquarium there, and they got me a job working with the animals... wanna come? There'll be lots of raw, bloody fish...""<br/><br/>His stomach growled as he said that, and there was a sort of hungry look in his eye. If he didn't eat something soon, he'd eat somebody instead."
5715,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=175,2014-11-28T22:53:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Johannes Sundberg</span></span></div><br/>Johan chuckled and smiled sweetly at Kai. He nodded. ""Sure! Sounds like fun!"" Honestly, the only reason he'd be going there was for the animals. He was only ravenous when he was hungry, or in close proximity to some succulent food item. Getting back up, he grabbed his suitcase and prepared to move.<br/><br/>""Lead the way, Great White!"" he said enthusiastically, making a gesture for Kai to go on. He wanted to take the officers' offer up as well, but they all seemed older, and Johan was not as yet acquainted with them. He could be, later, but right now he wanted to see the animals desperately."
5716,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=175,2014-11-28T23:09:00,Corrian,"Callandra smiled briefly at the reddening of his cheeks in response to her comment, then listened to what he said and commented on that. ""There is nothing to apologize for. I thought it was amusing"" She smiled at him, almost falling into a cheeky grin again. In fact, she liked when people appeared to be allured by her. Her playfulness with her cheeky smile at him and finding it amusing wasn't just an act. It was her messing with him, sure, but at the same time, she was intentionally trying to set him off, so to speak. So his apparent attraction to her wasn't exactly something unwelcoming in her mind.<br/><br/>""It is nice to finally meet you, as well"" Callandra said, smiling warmly at the greeting, and him following said greeting with compliments on her skills. ""Why thank you"" She smiled, bowing in a overly joking manner, never taking overly serious formalities very, well...serious. Except when it came to staying in line and behaving there, unless it came to smiling at people of course. Thinking back, she kinda wished she had winked at him instead. Would have been more interesting to her to see his reaction to that.<br/><br/>Now, as he continued on with his praise of her and saying that he believed that she was in the same wing as him this year, she looked a little surprised, something she tended to avoid showing. Mostly because it took a lot to surprise her. ""Eh, they were just bad injuries. I'm alive, and that's all that really matters. if it means anything to you, I would say that my piloting skills is why I am here talking to you today. Even the best of us can't escape getting shot down forever, but the best of us can land after being shot down without getting killed"" She gave off a grin. Clearly she thought highly of her own skills, and wanted to try and impress. ""Pah. The crash was just a bit of a set back is all. I have no intentions of starting out smaller"" She told him. ""And I would gladly take your offer as wingman"" She smiled warmly at that request, knowing she responded a little late, but figured that impressing first and foremost before taking up the offer was the best plan.<br/><br/>This day was already going good for her. She had been promoted, offered to be wingman, despite her set back, and found an attractive boy who she believed to have a thing for her offering her said position. Well, to be fair, practically the whole worlds population that was near-ish her age was attractive to her on some level. Everyone, including the worst of the people, had something worthwhile to offer to the world. But their offer to the world might not be something of that importance, but she still felt like there was something everyone in the world could offer to the world, and that made a lot of the people ""attractive"" to her. Didn't mean that this made her feel anything when thousands of people died around the world every day, and plenty where she was right now. Her personality and views on the world were a bit complicated..."
5717,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=175,2014-11-28T23:37:00,Isle of Lithonia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Corrian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22611242#p22611242"">wrote</a>:</cite>Callandra smiled briefly at the reddening of his cheeks in response to her comment, then listened to what he said and commented on that. ""There is nothing to apologize for. I thought it was amusing"" She smiled at him, almost falling into a cheeky grin again. In fact, she liked when people appeared to be allured by her. Her playfulness with her cheeky smile at him and finding it amusing wasn't just an act. It was her messing with him, sure, but at the same time, she was intentionally trying to set him off, so to speak. So his apparent attraction to her wasn't exactly something unwelcoming in her mind.<br/><br/>""It is nice to finally meet you, as well"" Callandra said, smiling warmly at the greeting, and him following said greeting with compliments on her skills. ""Why thank you"" She smiled, bowing in a overly joking manner, never taking overly serious formalities very, well...serious. Except when it came to staying in line and behaving there, unless it came to smiling at people of course. Thinking back, she kinda wished she had winked at him instead. Would have been more interesting to her to see his reaction to that. <br/><br/>Now, as he continued on with his praise of her and saying that he believed that she was in the same wing as him this year, she looked a little surprised, something she tended to avoid showing. Mostly because it took a lot to surprise her. ""Eh, they were just bad injuries. I'm alive, and that's all that really matters. if it means anything to you, I would say that my piloting skills is why I am here talking to you today. Even the best of us can't escape getting shot down forever, but the best of us can land after being shot down without getting killed"" She gave off a grin. Clearly she thought highly of her own skills, and wanted to try and impress. ""Pah. The crash was just a bit of a set back is all. I have no intentions of starting out smaller"" She told him. ""And I would gladly take your offer as wingman"" She smiled warmly at that request, knowing she responded a little late, but figured that impressing first and foremost before taking up the offer was the best plan. <br/><br/>This day was already going good for her. She had been promoted, offered to be wingman, despite her set back, and found an attractive boy who she believed to have a thing for her offering her said position. Well, to be fair, practically the whole worlds population that was near-ish her age was attractive to her on some level. Everyone, including the worst of the people, had something worthwhile to offer to the world. But their offer to the world might not be something of that importance, but she still felt like there was something everyone in the world could offer to the world, and that made a lot of the people ""attractive"" to her. Didn't mean that this made her feel anything when thousands of people died around the world every day, and plenty where she was right now. Her personality and views on the world were a bit complicated...</div></blockquote><br/>Finally, Jason was actually beginning to feel as if the hell he went through on that cargo plane was worth the progress he was making. Now he had a high position of authority in Aer Vis, and he had secured a strong pilot for a wingman. Very strong from what he had heard.<br/><br/>So, he mentally prepared a list for other important tasks he needed to accomplish before his free time was up. And next on the list was getting to know his wingman a bit more personally, so he can better trust her.<br/><br/>But he really needed to get caught up with Aiden and Valerie. They were reliable sources of support, friendship, and even info on rival leagues. And now that he was a Colonel, he needed to make the most of every information source he could get.<br/><br/>Plus, he wanted to make sure Valerie hadn't broken their tie for kills in the stealth fighter simulator. He REALLY hoped she hadn't.<br/><br/>All this thinking took only a couple of seconds, and he was able to do so whilst listening to Callandra's self-praise. If it had been anyone else (aside from Val), he'd have thought this girl was insanely arrogant. But knowing her record, she was merely being more or less honest and straightforward with him. So, he merely nodded and grinned. ""Good. I'll be glad to have you flying with me.""<br/><br/>He stretched his shoulders a bit, loosening himself up before continuing. ""Now then, I promised that I'd get in touch with some of my fellow officers whom I fought alongside last year. If they agree, I'd be happy if you came with us. We'd probably go out for some food, since I'm near starving. Maybe party a bit before we need to head to barracks. Would you mind? If we're going to be flying together, I'd like to know you a bit first."""
5718,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=175,2014-11-28T23:41:00,Arana,"Kai started walking, then stopped cold. Great white...<br/><br/>""I'm not a great white. Mako mostly, part bull. Get your sharks straight, or don't talk about them.""<br/><br/>Being the rather intelligent son of genius marine biologists, Kai obviously knew a lot about marine biology. Most of his education had revolved around it. As a result, he got annoyed when people didn't know as much about it as he did. Since his splicing, he'd only gotten more serious about it, especially related to sharks. Of course, there was no reason that Johannes could have known that, but that didn't change much.<br/><br/>Moving on from that, he gestured for the fox partial to follow him, and headed out. Somehow, he found his way to a train station, and then they were off. Not long after, they arrived in Emerald Cove, and took a trolley to the Aquarius Emporium, a very fancily named aquarium and water park. Upon arriving, Kai looked around in shock. The place was<span style=""font-weight: bold"">huge</span>, bigger than any aquarium and/or water park that Kai had ever seen. It took him at least fifteen minutes to find his way to the aquarium section. Once there, he almost collided with an older woman, who smiled at him anyways.<br/><br/>""Sharp teeth, bluish-green skin, scales... you must be Kai. I've heard a lot about you from your parents.""<br/><br/>Kai looked back at the woman.<br/><br/>""Doctor Erikson? I know I don't start until tomorrow, but my friend and I were just wondering...""<br/><br/>""Go ahead. There's plenty of fish for you and the animals in the storage room, and there's a surprise waiting for you at one of the shark tanks...""<br/><br/>Kai was gone as soon as she finished the sentence. Not even checking to see if Johan was behind him, he bolted towards the shark exhibits, picking up a familiar scent along the way and following it. It couldn't be though... she was back in Kaua'i, at his parents' lab... right? Barreling through tourists, he finally found the shark tanks, and stopped in front of one of them, a look of surprise on his face.<br/><br/>""MAKUAHINE!""<br/><br/>Beaming, he jumped into the tank, which contained a rather large, rather dangerous looking Mako shark.<br/><br/>And then he hugged it."
5719,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=175,2014-11-29T00:02:00,Corrian,"Callandra smiled when he said that he would be glad to fly with her. It definitely felt good to have the year start like this. Coming from a disappointing first sophomore year due to her injuries to this, even with a disappointing year, was rather nice. She had managed to make herself a reputation, despite having got shot down. She thought of that as pretty impressive.<br/><br/>""Sounds like an honor to me"" Callandra smiled again, that pretty much being her way of saying yes to his offer of food and possibly later some partying. Food sounded good, but partying sounded even better. Partying is where the fun typically began. Well, the fun before the intense training and combat, which she also tended to find fun. But the relaxation days, especially the introduction days, were also good. And it looked like she was going to be with quite a nice bunch of people for her first day of the new year at that, which should make the night of partying quite the interesting one to say the least. ""But don't I kind of need to stop by the barracks to drop off my things first? I'm not going to carry these around all night"" She waved her things around, chuckling lightly. ""But yes, I will gladly come. Having a bit of fun before the year truly begins is always a plus"" She gave off a bit of a cheeky grin again, and almost added in a wink into there somewhere, but stopped herself before doing so."
5720,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=175,2014-11-29T00:15:00,Brechalht,ignore
5721,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=175,2014-11-29T00:20:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Johannes Sundberg</span></span></div><br/>Johan shrugged. ""I know my sharks. I just can't discern which species you're spliced with. Besides, it was just a nickname.""<br/><br/>The young Swede followed slowly, hauling his suitcase along and taking a moment to admire all the sea-creatures in their tanks and pens. It was paradise for him, though he had animals at home as well. He simply walked along, ignoring even the woman who spoke to Kai and went into the storage room that she pointed out. No room to be polite here, as there were too many things to be interested in. Johan would be at home working here, for sure. Maybe the Café wasn't the best idea after all.<br/>That boy, Daniel, might enjoy working here.<br/><br/>He didn't look at all surprised at seeing Kai hug the shark. There was someone back home who liked to hug orcas. Much, much bigger animals they were. More ferocious, too according to Daddy Sundberg. Johan let his suitcase go and walked up to the side of the tank, wondering where he could get a companion like that of his very own. He shrugged.<span style=""font-style: italic"">I've enough friends, but I really do want an animal to hold. Or a tank. Yes, that would suffice.</span>Jumping in sounded like fun, but Johan wasn't all too fond of water, as it got him wet. Wet was not trim. No, no. And besides, he wouldn't want to be smelling musky in his dorm, so not right now, really.<br/><br/>""Wow..."" Johan gaped as the shark swam around the tank, its eyes on one place or another. Kai seemed quite comfortable with it, making Johan even more jealous..."
5722,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=175,2014-11-29T00:29:00,Isle of Lithonia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Brechalht <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22611745#p22611745"">wrote</a>:</cite>*snip*</div></blockquote><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Corrian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22611650#p22611650"">wrote</a>:</cite>*snip*</div></blockquote><br/>Jason nodded to Callandra. ""We'll stop by the barracks quickly before we head out. I for one don't want to carry this luggage around all day. But then we'll be off to...""<br/><br/>And then he saw Aaron heading over to him. He shook the extended hand, and smiled. ""Hey Ashcroft. It is good to see you as well. I was promoted to Colonel, not bad for my Junior year.""<br/><br/>He gestured to Callandra. ""Hey, have you met Callandra yet? You've probably heard of her, one of the top Sophomore pilots last year. And Callandra, this is Aaron Ashcroft.""<br/><br/>Hearing about the maid café, he couldn't help but give a wry grin. All those girl's in maid outfits...<br/><br/>Aaaaand back on topic.<br/><br/>The café served famous food, and some really good booze. ""I'd love to come. You mind if we get a party together? I was thinking of Valerie, Aiden, some of their comrades, maybe we could get some of the Seniors together as well. We all need to take some time to relax and enjoy ourselves."""
5723,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=175,2014-11-29T00:35:00,Brechalht,ignore
5724,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=175,2014-11-29T00:58:00,Isle of Lithonia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Brechalht <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22611879#p22611879"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Colonel? Very good! I can't wait to be back punching through the sound barrier with you again. Anyway, a party it is. Perhaps we meet there at 2000 hours local time? I could meet you there.""</div></blockquote><br/>Jason took out his smart phone, noted the time, and then nodded. ""Sounds good, Aaron. If you could maybe catch a Freshman or two, we could give them a bit of fun before they get shredded. Who knows, we might get them to join Aer Vis next year as a result of getting to know them.<br/><br/>""I'll get a hold of Aiden, Val, and maybe a Senior or two. We could really get a group going.<br/><br/>""So, I'll see you then.""<br/><br/>Jason turned back to Callandra and excused himself for a short moment. Quickly, he sent a text to Aiden (whose number he magically knew) and Valerie, telling them about his plan for going to Paradox for the ""Last Night"", and asked them to meet him there at the appointed time.<span style=""font-weight: bold"">And bring some of your associates along. We're going to party 'til we drop.</span><br/><br/>With that done, he smiled at Cal, and asked, ""So, have you ever drank before?"""
5725,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=175,2014-11-29T01:07:00,Brechalht,ignore
5726,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=175,2014-11-29T01:45:00,TriStates,"<blockquote><div><cite>Isle of Lithonia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22611844#p22611844"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Brechalht <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22611745#p22611745"">wrote</a>:</cite>*snip*</div></blockquote><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Corrian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22611650#p22611650"">wrote</a>:</cite>*snip*</div></blockquote><br/>Jason nodded to Callandra. ""We'll stop by the barracks quickly before we head out. I for one don't want to carry this luggage around all day. But then we'll be off to...""<br/><br/>And then he saw Aaron heading over to him. He shook the extended hand, and smiled. ""Hey Ashcroft. It is good to see you as well. I was promoted to Colonel, not bad for my Junior year.""<br/><br/>He gestured to Callandra. ""Hey, have you met Callandra yet? You've probably heard of her, one of the top Sophomore pilots last year. And Callandra, this is Aaron Ashcroft.""<br/><br/>Hearing about the maid café, he couldn't help but give a wry grin. All those girl's in maid outfits...<br/><br/>Aaaaand back on topic. <br/><br/>The café served famous food, and some really good booze. ""I'd love to come. You mind if we get a party together? I was thinking of Valerie, Aiden, some of their comrades, maybe we could get some of the Seniors together as well. We all need to take some time to relax and enjoy ourselves.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Smiling slighty as he turned around to his accompanying friend, Colonel Saito Tsukuda declared, ""Looks like they don't want to come. Oh well, can't say we tried,"" He began to walk away before a hand caught the corner of his uniform collar, jerking him back.<br/><br/>""No so fast hot shot,"" stated the fiery Sergeant Major Jessica O'Flattery, walking her way across the field, the Japanese officer in tow behind her.<br/><br/>""I want to have a good time. Which is impossible, when I have the keep talking to the same onry sombitch- thats you by the way -that I met 3 years ago. And I am sooo done being the only person to drag your druken ass back to barracks... ""<br/><br/>""I do not get drunk!"" the Colonel tried to state in a stiff, professional air. Which is impossible to do when your being nearly choked to death by your shirt collar.<br/><br/>Jessica's response was a sarcastic laugh. Continuing to pull him along uncerimoniously, she pointed to a slightly large group of cadets that had gathered together.<br/><br/>""And thats our ticket.""<br/><br/>Finally wretching her hand away from his collar, Saito went about readjusting his grey service uniform, all the while keeping a level gaze on the cadets ahead. Like a pair of cannon muzzels, he would rotate his look toward Jessica, back to the cadets, then back to Jessica again.<br/><br/>Finally, with a sigh of his own, he threw up his hands.<br/><br/>""Fine, fine. At least they aren't-""<br/><br/>""-Leviathan or Defion-"" they both finished saying together, causing both to grin and chuckle.<br/><br/>Taking advantage of his agreement, Jessica grabbed the senior officer by his uniforms coat arm, taking him with her as they came even closer to the group. She had no intention of allowing Saito to change his mind at this late in the game.<br/><br/>""Hey you all!"" began the Sergeant Major, speaking to the group in general. ""Got room for two more in the party?"""
5727,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=175,2014-11-29T01:54:00,Corrian,"Callandra beamed into a bright smile when Jason introduced her to this Aaron, who she vaguely remembered from before. She was a party person, but it was always hard for her to remember who exactly she partied with. Partly because you sorta lost your senses while partying sometimes, due to too much alcohol influence or something like that. ""It is nice to meet you, Aaron"" She said, offering her hand to shake to the boy, grinning all the while.<br/><br/>Callandra heard the mention of the maid cafe, and chuckled. Boys tended to love that place. It was like a perverts dream cafe. Well, depending how you defined a pervert. Boys interested in girls didn't really bother her like it did some people when you might be a little too pushy and a jerk about your attraction to people. She found some of the boys behaviors a bit creepy at that place sometimes, but who was she to judge? It wasn't like she hadn't been enjoying the thought of Jason staring at her. It really depended the individual. And even she had to admit, some of those girls at the maid cafe were pretty attractive...<br/><br/>And now it was her turn to get back on track.<br/><br/>""That's if they don't, as you put it, get shredded this year"" Callandra said in response to Jason's comment about bringing some Freshman with them to the party, and trying to indoctrinate them into Aer Vis with booze, so to speak. There wasn't much hint in her voice about her really caring either way if they got shredded or not. People died, and that was that. They willingly came here with the possibility of dying. Why should she feel bad for them if they did in fact die? They brought it upon themselves.<br/><br/>""Oh hell yes. I think I got wasted at the start of last year. I don't really remember entirely what happened, but it was entertaining anyway"" Callandra said, having decided to remain silent throughout most of the rest of the discussion going on, silently observing, up until that question. ""How about you? I would go with yes, but who knows. People are good at being surprising. Not your every day 14-year old gets wasted, so it wouldn't surprise me if not all people of your age drank, either"" She grinned. ""But hey, everyone's full of surprises. That's what makes us human"" She smiled again, enjoying acting like she was being all wise or something, when really she never thought of herself as specifically a wise person. ""Everyone always thought that based off of my appearance, I was going to be this adorable, sweet, innocent girl, because that is apparently the kind of vibe my appearance gives off. Now look at me"" She chuckled while gesturing around her, obviously referring to the place she now thought of as her true home over her secondary home with her parents.<br/><br/>Callandra was about to ask Jason if he wanted her phone number, when two others arrived and asked if there was room for two more in the party. ""Of course there is. There's always room for more people when it comes to partying"" She grinned, and chuckled lightly to herself while watching the two new arrivals. This was definitely going to be an interesting day..."
5728,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=175,2014-11-29T03:24:00,Arana,"Kai swam around with the shark, smiling and laughing. Every once and awhile he'd hug her again, and the two of them had a brief conversation. Noticing Johan watching, Kai poked his head out of the tank.<br/><br/>""Sorry for running off like that... I just didn't think I'd get to see her again... sorry, I'm being rude. Johannes, this is Makuahine... mother. Half of my genes are from her, so in a way, she's family.""<br/><br/>Smiling, he reached down and hugged the shark again.<br/><br/>""You know, you can come in. She won't eat you. Well, unless you start bleeding or something."""
5729,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=175,2014-11-29T06:00:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Johannes Sundberg</span></span></div><br/>Observing the shark's movements, Johan stared quietly, wondering if he could find foxes of some kind in this aquarium as well. That would definitely be interesting. Leaning against the railing, he gaped into the transparent blue tank, feeling a tinge of envy inside him as Kai swam about with the shark.<br/><br/>""I see..."" he nodded to what Kai said about the pretty Mako.<br/><br/>He denied the offer with a shake of his head, then shrugged.<br/>""I'd love to, but I forgot to bring clothes for swimming."" he told Kai, frowning slightly. ""But I could if I knew where to get a swimsuit, or swimming trunks."""
5730,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=175,2014-11-29T07:30:00,The GAmeTopians,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Outside of <span style=""font-style: italic"">Paradox</span></span><br/>""Ta da! Here we are!"" Carolin said, as the light from the bright neon sign cast over them. She led them inside, to a rather busy scene. Girls in maid uniforms rushed from table to table, taking orders and carrying platters of food and drink while boys in suits cleaned up tables and showed customers to their seats. Carolin led the group to the back of the restaurant, where they found a door labeled ""Office, Gregory Mendelsohn"". Carolin knocked twice, and a voice responded ""Come in!"" Carolin opened the door, and they walked into a large office, decorated with business certificates and awards. A man in a suit with grey hair sat at a large desk, and said irritably,<br/>""Who might you be?""<br/>""Carolin Stryon, Mr. Mendelsohn.""<br/>Gregory gasped. ""Meine Nichte? Carolina!"" Gregory embraced Carolin, and said less irritably,<br/>""Who are your friends?""<br/>""They'd like a meal to cheer them up before classes start, Onkel""<br/>""Well then, a meal on the house for meine nichte's friends!""<br/><br/>OOC: Onkel is uncle in German, and Nichte is niece"
5731,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=175,2014-11-29T07:37:00,New Jordslag,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Paradox</span><br/>Jamie still had no idea how he had gotten himself in this situation. He had befriended a Cat-Lady, she acted weird and rubbed up against him and hugged him, then dragged him all the way here. He wasn't sure if he even did anything in the first place to end up like this. He turned his attention back to Mr. Mendelsohn, who was obviously German and related to Carolin in some way. ""Thank you, Mr. Mendelsohn."" He said, bowing. ""It is nice of you to treat us like this."" He then sat down at a table, and sighed. He wasn't quite sure if this day could get any weirder. Why was this Carolin girl so set on being friends with him anyway? Why was she so set on making friends? He didn't need a friend. But, while he was here, he might as well play along."
5732,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=175,2014-11-29T08:57:00,Legatia,"Cold.<br/><br/>That was pretty much Alexandria's first thought, stepping off the tightly packed military cargo plane. The only things that kept her sane on that flight were a few sandwiches that by the will of God survived the rough and tumble of the travel there, and her neck pillow and blanket.<br/><br/>The well-preserved relic of her father's military issue duffel bag carried the quite heavy load of her effects, which she held in her right hand as she walked. Her unusually long hair flowed behind her as she walked, making decent strides. The Florida native had only rarely seen cold weather, maybe when she went to visit relatives in Maryland. But having to live in it for the next four years? Oh boy.<br/><br/>Her left hand slapped a side of the duffel bag to check if her father's OCK-3S knife was in it's place. Confirming it was, she nodded, smiling slightly to herself as she walked.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">I'll be sure to send David a picture;</span>she thought.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Oh god, he'll get so mad!</span>She chuckled quietly, walking along.<br/><br/>Valston City, it seemed, was quite nice. Diversity was quite widespread here, a noteworthy difference from her home town.<br/><br/>A feeling of anxiety suddenly began to set on her, like an overcast cloud passing over and blocking the sun. She was worried.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">What if I don't make many friends? What if they don't like me here? </span>she'd think. It was a possibility- she was wary of being alienated.<br/><br/>She sighed, nodding, but hanging her head a little, surveying the individuals around her as she slowed her pace.<br/><br/>Her stomach rumbled, reminding her of the maid cafes she heard was popular in Valston. Deciding that she'd try one out, at least once, she arrived at one-<span style=""font-style: italic"">Paradox</span>- and entered the doors, nodding to herself, waiting to be seated."
5733,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=200,2014-11-29T09:42:00,Arana,"At that moment, Kai realized two important things. The first was that he had jumped into the tank with all his clothes on, which were now soaking wet. The second was that he was still very hungry, as was the shark swimming in circles around him.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""color: #00BFFF"">Child, what is the creature you are talking to? Is he lunch?</span></span><br/><br/>Kai frowned, very happy that Johannes was unable to speak shark. Probably.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">No Makuahine, he's not food. This is Johannes. He goes to school with me.</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""color: #00BFFF"">Pity. He looks like he'd be rather filling. Are you sure we cannot eat him?</span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Yes Makuahine, I'm sure.</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""color: #00BFFF"">Then you had best get both of us something soon.</span></span><br/><br/>Poking his head out again, he pointed at his bag.<br/><br/>""I have some swim stuff in there if you want to, and I think there's a changing room nearby. I gotta run to go get me and Makuahine some lunch, you want anything? There's probably just raw fish, but there might be something else too.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""color: #00BFFF"">You are inviting him to swim? So we can eat him?</span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">No. We get fish.</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""color: #00BFFF"">Fine. But I expect better next time.</span></span><br/><br/>Rolling his eyes, Kai climbed out of the tank, dripping wet. Hopefully, none of the sharks would try to eat his friend."
5734,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=200,2014-11-29T09:52:00,The Templar High Council,"<blockquote><div><cite>Isle of Lithonia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22612016#p22612016"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Brechalht <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22611879#p22611879"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Colonel? Very good! I can't wait to be back punching through the sound barrier with you again. Anyway, a party it is. Perhaps we meet there at 2000 hours local time? I could meet you there.""</div></blockquote><br/>Jason took out his smart phone, noted the time, and then nodded. ""Sounds good, Aaron. If you could maybe catch a Freshman or two, we could give them a bit of fun before they get shredded. Who knows, we might get them to join Aer Vis next year as a result of getting to know them. <br/><br/>""I'll get a hold of Aiden, Val, and maybe a Senior or two. We could really get a group going. <br/><br/>""So, I'll see you then.""<br/><br/>Jason turned back to Callandra and excused himself for a short moment. Quickly, he sent a text to Aiden (whose number he magically knew) and Valerie, telling them about his plan for going to Paradox for the ""Last Night"", and asked them to meet him there at the appointed time. <span style=""font-weight: bold"">And bring some of your associates along. We're going to party 'til we drop.</span> <br/><br/>With that done, he smiled at Cal, and asked, ""So, have you ever drank before?""</div></blockquote><br/>Aiden got the text after his promotion, still smiling in the ranks of Defion. He quickly searched out Lee, the other Defion junior he knew well, and pulled him aside. ""Lee! Last Night! Wanna go drinkin'!? Oh, and I got promoted! General Flint to you, pal!"""
5735,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=200,2014-11-29T10:09:00,New Jordslag,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Paradox</span><br/>As soon as she entered, Jamie immediately looked over- and his eyes went wide. '<span style=""font-style: italic"">Oh my god.</span>' He thought. '<span style=""font-style: italic"">I recognize her! She's from... That time...</span>' Looking back upon his life, he remembered Beaches with soft sand; a Girl with two different colored eyes and an angry but nice personality; She was his only friend of the past. He got up, eyes still wide, and tapped her on the shoulder. ""Excuse me, but is your name Alexandria?"" He asked. This girl was almost a perfect replica of the Girl of his past. Of that vacation. If it was her, she hadn't grown much."
5736,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=200,2014-11-29T10:13:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Johannes Sundberg</span></span></div><br/>As much as he wanted to, Johan didn't want to be using someone else's things. Much less, their clothing. He shook his head and took a step back as Kai stepped out of the aquarium, soaking wet. He asked if Johan wanted anything to snack on, but he only shrugged in reply. ""I'll get what you're having..."" he simply said. ""Maybe some raw squid, rabbit, if you've got it.""<br/><br/>""I really don't think using your stuff is right..."" shrugged Johan, pointing back with his thumb. ""I'll find someplace to buy a new suit while you get us that snack, okay?"" he smiled, walking over to his suitcase to grab some cash. Surely there was someplace to get swimming attire from. A gift shop or staff area? This was the storage room, so there could be suits here as well, though he would definitely need to ask for permission first..."
5737,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=200,2014-11-29T10:18:00,Legatia,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Jordslag <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22615069#p22615069"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Paradox</span><br/>As soon as she entered, Jamie immediately looked over- and his eyes went wide. '<span style=""font-style: italic"">Oh my god.</span>' He thought. '<span style=""font-style: italic"">I recognize her! She's from... That time...</span>' Looking back upon his life, he remembered Beaches with soft sand; a Girl with two different colored eyes and an angry but nice personality; She was his only friend of the past. He got up, eyes still wide, and tapped her on the shoulder. ""Excuse me, but is your name Alexandria?"" He asked. This girl was almost a perfect replica of the Girl of his past. Of that vacation. If it was her, she hadn't grown much.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Paradox</span> Cafe</span><br/><br/>Alexandria turned heel immediately, gasping a bit in surprise. The boy looked vaguely familiar- she remembered him from quite a while back, but she couldn't put her finger on what exactly his name was. The small, quiet, lanky and nearly emaciated boy- he looked kindly and knowledgeable. Still, who was he?<br/><br/>""U-uhm.."" She nodded. ""Yes, that is my name. Alexandria Abbots."" She smiled, faintly. ""You look familiar- do I know you, per chance?"""
5738,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=200,2014-11-29T10:43:00,New Jordslag,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Paradox</span><br/>Jamie just laughed. He hadn't seen this girl in years. She was his only friend- then they had to leave each other. ""My name is Jamie Evans."" He said, calming down. ""I met you a few years ago in Florida. You were my only friend."" He seemed genuinely happy now. ""I got accepted into the academy thanks to my exceptional intelligence. What about you, Alexandria? How did you get accepted here?"" Before listening to her answer, he looked back at Carolin to make sure she was still there. Sure enough, she was. '<span style=""font-style: italic"">It would be awkward if she thought Alexandria was still there.</span>' He thought, before turning back to Alexandria, a small smile on his face."
5739,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=200,2014-11-29T10:45:00,Arana,"Kai shrugged, and headed off to the supply room. After a minute of sniffing around, he found what he was looking for. Inside a fridge in the storage room was a big bucket of raw fish, along with some packages of hot dogs. He grabbed everything could carry, and headed back to the shark tanks. The eyes of all the sharks fell on him, or more specifically, the bucket of fish.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""color: #0040FF"">The boy has food.</span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""color: #0080FF"">Indeed. But will he give us food?</span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""color: #00BF80"">I bet he's going to hog it all for himself.</span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Shut up, all of you. There's enough for everyone. And me.</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""color: #00BFFF"">Do not be rude, child.</span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Yes Makuahine.</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""color: #0040FF"">Just give us the fish already!</span></span><br/><br/>Setting aside the package of hot dogs, Kai grabbed a fish and threw it into one of the tanks. Within seconds it was gone, little more than a red cloud lingering in the water. He threw several more fish in before doing the same with the other tanks, all of them disappearing into red clouds. He could smell the blood in the air, or rather, the water, and it made him feel good. Once all of the other sharks had been fed, Kai took what little was left and climbed back into his 'mother's' tank. Pouring the fish out in the water, he swam around eating them very shark-like. The blood cloud was all around, and Kai inhaled deeply, taking it in. It made him feel alive and energetic, and more aggressive.<br/><br/>""Hey Johan... might want to wait a minute before getting in... don't want you to get eaten. Probably just eat first, should be good by the time you're done.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""color: #0040FF"">Why does the boy get fish and a fox-human?</span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""color: #0080FF"">Maybe he will share?</span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Nobody's eating him.</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""color: #00BFFF"">Indeed. But if somebody was eating him, it would be me.</span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Not helping.</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""color: #0040FF"">So we are eating him?</span></span><br/><br/>""Hurry up and get in here so I don't have to listen to the damn sharks anymore!"""
5740,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=200,2014-11-29T10:52:00,Legatia,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Jordslag <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22615401#p22615401"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Paradox</span><br/>Jamie just laughed. He hadn't seen this girl in years. She was his only friend- then they had to leave each other. ""My name is Jamie Evans."" He said, calming down. ""I met you a few years ago in Florida. You were my only friend."" He seemed genuinely happy now. ""I got accepted into the academy thanks to my exceptional intelligence. What about you, Alexandria? How did you get accepted here?"" Before listening to her answer, he looked back at Carolin to make sure she was still there. Sure enough, she was. '<span style=""font-style: italic"">It would be awkward if she thought Alexandria was still there.</span>' He thought, before turning back to Alexandria, a small smile on his face.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Paradox</span> Cafe</span><br/><br/>Alexandria simply blew a strand of hair from her eyes, her hair swinging subtly. ""Jamie, huh? Yeah, I know you. You were at Sannibel that one year, right? You were so much different."" She grins. ""I probably got accepted because I was an active member of my student body and I showed promise or something. To be honest, I don't know."" She smiles. She knew this kid was somewhat of a loner, which is one of the reasons she befriended him- that, and she couldn't beat up her brother because he was at some sports championship for the week, for which Alexandria refused to go to.<br/><br/>She smiled, glad to know she had at least one friend this year. She nodded, quietly, looking back to Jamie."
5741,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=200,2014-11-29T11:01:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Johannes Sundberg</span></span></div><br/>While Kai was away, Johan found that he didn't need to buy any clothes, after all. He found a blue springsuit, just his size, in one of the closets. He wasn't sure who it was for, but it fit him, and maybe... Just maybe. He could keep it for good. Waving to Kai, he toddled off into a closet to change, then walked out with his casual clothes in a neat bundle. He set them nicely on top of his suitcase and stretched. The springsuit fit him just fine. It almost perfectly got his figure. Taking Kai's advice, Johan took the hotdogs and ripped the packet open carefully, eyeing the looks that the other sharks gave him. He snarled instinctively, sounding very much like a fox, to show them that the food was<span style=""font-style: italic"">his</span>.<br/><br/>He ate three in a few bites, took the other three down a little bit slower, savoring the taste, then left the remaining six for later. He got up, found a sink to washi his hands in and patted his suit down. Right after, he sighed and walked up to the tank, leaning slightly but seemingly hesitant. He looked around for Kai and pointed at the water.<br/><br/>""Is it safe now? Wouldn't want to be sent home in mangled pieces..."" he asked, dipping a finger in the water."
5742,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=200,2014-11-29T11:09:00,Arana,"""Safe? Well, as safe as swimming with man-eating sharks can be... but yeah, you'll probably be fine. For the record though, you wouldn't be in mangled pieces, you'd be digested...""<br/><br/>The other sharks watched Johannes closely, except for one who was more focused on eyeing the remaining hot dogs. Kai, in an effort to make sure nothing went wrong, hugged his 'mother' tightly, so that she couldn't open her mouth.<br/><br/>""Okay, you could probably get in now. She won't bite you as long as I'm here.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""color: #0040FF"">Yes she will. Or if not, let me.</span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""color: #80BFFF"">Or me.</span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Fuck off!</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""color: #00BFFF"">Language!</span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Not now!</span>"
5743,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=200,2014-11-29T11:12:00,Isle of Lithonia,"<blockquote><div><cite>TriStates <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22612212#p22612212"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Hey you all!"" began the Sergeant Major, speaking to the group in general. ""Got room for two more in the party?""</div></blockquote><br/>Jason was going to answer Callandra's questions, when two Seniors walked up. He recognized them as officers from Invictus, Saito and Jessica if he remembered correctly. ""Of course there's room. We're going to be partying at Paradox tonight with a few others, if you'll meet us there at 2000 sharp. Let's make this night worthwhile, before we head back to hell.<br/><br/>""But if you'll excuse us for now, we still need to drop off our luggage before we head to Paradox. We'll see you there!""<br/><br/>He turned to Callandra. ""Shall we be off?""<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Corrian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22612243#p22612243"">wrote</a>:</cite>""How about you? I would go with yes, but who knows. People are good at being surprising. Not your every day 14-year old gets wasted, so it wouldn't surprise me if not all people of your age drank, either"" She grinned. ""But hey, everyone's full of surprises. That's what makes us human"" She smiled again, enjoying acting like she was being all wise or something, when really she never thought of herself as specifically a wise person. ""Everyone always thought that based off of my appearance, I was going to be this adorable, sweet, innocent girl, because that is apparently the kind of vibe my appearance gives off. Now look at me"" She chuckled while gesturing around her, obviously referring to the place she now thought of as her true home over her secondary home with her parents.<br/><br/>Callandra was about to ask Jason if he wanted her phone number...</div></blockquote><br/>As he walked toward the Barracks, he resumed his conversation with his new wingman. ""Now, what did you ask me? Oh, you asked if I'd been drunk before. Or was it drinking? Either way, the answer is yes. Eureka gives us few methods of escaping reality, and most of the methods involve either drugs or alcohol. And since I'm not interested in getting high, I like to go and have a drink every once in a while. Its nice to be able to kick back and actually forget about the stress, even if its just for a moment. Besides, drinking is what brings people from all the leagues together, and helps us maintain a sort of camaraderie, even in the midst of us trying to kill each other on the battlefield.""<br/><br/>He mulled over what she had said about appearances (mainly hers, but I digress), thinking a bit before he spoke. ""I personally don't tend to judge people based on appearances alone. To make judgments on appearances is a quick way to get yourself killed here, I learned that quickly. But more than that, humans are much deeper than what is merely shown on the outside, although it is often difficult to really dig deep into their, well, inner-person.""<br/><br/>His tail began to sway and his ears twitched as he became more engrossed in his little speech. This subject was one where he spent a great deal of study and thinking time, and it was one of his passions. And he loved to talk to anyone who would listen about his thoughts on the matter. ""Personally, I operate on the premise that everyone has something they hide about themselves, and thus one can never fully<span style=""font-style: italic"">know</span>someone else. Plus, one can never truly be certain that they understand the motivations that another person has, although they tend to act according to their own patterns of behavior. So, I personally believe that humans act more-or-less predictably for more-or-less unknowable reasons. Also, the more secrets of a person's psyche you uncover, the more predictable they become for you. And that's how you get ahead in this world, and especially on the field of battle. As I've heard it said, 'If you know your enemies and know yourself, you can win a hundred battles without a single loss.'""<br/><br/>And he now realized that he had been rambling for quite a while, which was embarrassing to say the least. He scratched his neck as his tail drooped slightly. ""But now I'm rambling. Forgive me if this is dull to you, I just... I don't know. I guess these things are just really important to me. I mean, I know that it's one of the reasons I've survived thus far. So, I guess its something that I believe might help others out here. Or something like that.""<br/><br/>Now they were extremely close to the entrance of the barracks, and the Author felt as if this was pertinent information for his audience to know, for some reason."
5744,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=200,2014-11-29T11:20:00,New Jordslag,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Paradox</span><br/>""That probably means they picked you because of Leadership skills.<span style=""font-style: italic"">The opposite of me.</span>"" He said, smiling. He was glad she remembered enough about him to know where in Florida they met. It would be rather sad if she totally forgot. ""Anyway, apparently Loners are popular here, because that girl over there- her name is Carolin, by the way- quite literally forced me to be her friend. As you can imagine, it was quite a shock to me."" He looked at the ceiling, a peaceful look on his face for once. He felt calm, collected, and at peace around Alexandria, for some reason. It was a nice change from his usual self, but it didn't last. He looked back to her. ""Anyway, have you found employment yet? If not, you can apply here at Paradox. Just tell the Boss you are Carolin's friend, and you'll be in in no time."""
5745,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=200,2014-11-29T11:20:00,The GAmeTopians,"<blockquote><div><cite>Legatia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22615539#p22615539"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Jordslag <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22615401#p22615401"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Paradox</span><br/>Jamie just laughed. He hadn't seen this girl in years. She was his only friend- then they had to leave each other. ""My name is Jamie Evans."" He said, calming down. ""I met you a few years ago in Florida. You were my only friend."" He seemed genuinely happy now. ""I got accepted into the academy thanks to my exceptional intelligence. What about you, Alexandria? How did you get accepted here?"" Before listening to her answer, he looked back at Carolin to make sure she was still there. Sure enough, she was. '<span style=""font-style: italic"">It would be awkward if she thought Alexandria was still there.</span>' He thought, before turning back to Alexandria, a small smile on his face.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Paradox</span> Cafe</span><br/><br/>Alexandria simply blew a strand of hair from her eyes, her hair swinging subtly. ""Jamie, huh? Yeah, I know you. You were at Sannibel that one year, right? You were so much different."" She grins. ""I probably got accepted because I was an active member of my student body and I showed promise or something. To be honest, I don't know."" She smiles. She knew this kid was somewhat of a loner, which is one of the reasons she befriended him- that, and she couldn't beat up her brother because he was at some sports championship for the week, for which Alexandria refused to go to. <br/><br/>She smiled, glad to know she had at least one friend this year. She nodded, quietly, looking back to Jamie.</div></blockquote><br/>Carolin noticed the girl Jamie was talking to, and smiled. NEW FRIEND!!!!<br/>""Hiya! My name's Carolin. What's your name?"""
5746,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=200,2014-11-29T11:22:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Johannes Sundberg</span></span></div><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Welp, here goes nothing. Good luck, Johan!</span><br/><br/>The boy hopped in, making a bit of a splash. He moved his legs swiftly, but gracefully, keeping to the side of the tank and looking around cautiously. All the dark shapes moving ominously around caused him to constantly move his head in different directions, chuffing softly as he did so. He constantly expected a shark to suddenly appear out of the water, cornering him and gnawing the front part of his body off, leaving a bloody mess in the water. Johan shook his head.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">No... That's not a good thought at all... I can't die now...</span><br/><br/>To keep from panicking, he took a deep breath and placed his thoughts on other things, such as the fact that the water was warm. It was clear, too. Though the sharks were naturally dark, being seen from above. He didn't want to go under for fear of meeting a set of jaws, large enough to encompass and chomp off his head.<br/><br/>""I'm... Getting nervous... But... I'm not..?"" he told Kai, wondering why he was feeling aggressive and at the same time, nervous. It could be his splicing, for sure..."
5747,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=200,2014-11-29T11:30:00,Legatia,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Jordslag <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22615952#p22615952"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Paradox</span><br/>""That probably means they picked you because of Leadership skills. <span style=""font-style: italic"">The opposite of me.</span>"" He said, smiling. He was glad she remembered enough about him to know where in Florida they met. It would be rather sad if she totally forgot. ""Anyway, apparently Loners are popular here, because that girl over there- her name is Carolin, by the way- quite literally forced me to be her friend. As you can imagine, it was quite a shock to me."" He looked at the ceiling, a peaceful look on his face for once. He felt calm, collected, and at peace around Alexandria, for some reason. It was a nice change from his usual self, but it didn't last. He looked back to her. ""Anyway, have you found employment yet? If not, you can apply here at Paradox. Just tell the Boss you are Carolin's friend, and you'll be in in no time.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Paradox</span> Cafe</span><br/><br/>""Carolin?"" Alexandria looked over to the cat-girl Partial at the table. She had signature triangle ears. She remembered back in Florida, a few girls liked to have fake cat ears as accessories. Nothing like this girls', though- they were real. Another culture shock after another, she guessed.<br/><br/>""As for employment, eh.. I'm not sure I need a job just yet, heh.."" She offered a nervous smile to Jamie. She secretly disliked the idea of wearing a frilly outfit and speaking like a blue-blood European woman, and would only take the job if totally necessary.<br/><br/>""Besides, I don't even know this Carolin girl. I'd prefer to meet her, first."" She offered a smile, glancing back to the girl.<br/><br/>Wait, wasn't she just sitting down?<br/><br/>The cat partial was now right next to her, overly-jubilant and bubbly, a far cry from Alexandria.<br/><br/>""Uhm, hi.. I'm Alexandria. Alexandria Abbots. I'm, uh, Jamie's friend."" She extends a hand. ""Nice to meet you, Carolin."""
5748,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=200,2014-11-29T11:36:00,New Jordslag,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Paradox</span><br/>Jamie shrugged. ""Your choice. It pays well and you don't even have to be a Waitress. If you can cook well, you can be a cook, or you can clean up Tables like me. But, it's really up to you. There's also a Casino, Library, and Aquarium, should you want to work at those places."" He was a master of faces. He knew the look on Alexandria's face; she didn't really want to be a Waitress. Eh, her loss. He turned to look at Carolin and smiled. ""You can meet her right now, by the way, considering she's leaning on the table next to you. Little warning: She can be rather loud and obnoxious."""
5749,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=200,2014-11-29T11:38:00,The GAmeTopians,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Jordslag <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22616192#p22616192"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Paradox</span><br/>Jamie shrugged. ""Your choice. It pays well and you don't even have to be a Waitress. If you can cook well, you can be a cook, or you can clean up Tables like me. But, it's really up to you. There's also a Casino, Library, and Aquarium, should you want to work at those places."" He was a master of faces. He knew the look on Alexandria's face; she didn't really want to be a Waitress. Eh, her loss. He turned to look at Carolin and smiled. ""You can meet her right now, by the way, considering she's leaning on the table next to you. Little warning: She can be rather loud and obnoxious.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Hey!"" Carolin pouted, playfully swatting at his arm.<br/>""I'm not<span style=""font-weight: bold"">that</span>loud. Hi!"" Carolin directed the last statement towards Alexandria."
5750,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=200,2014-11-29T11:39:00,Perestroikavo,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Paradox</span><br/><br/>Carolin's voice grated Eli's ears once more to signal their arrival, and then in the boss' office to get free food. Unfortunately, Eli wasn't very hungry at that moment in time, and he definately didn't want to be here. But he figured that he would talk to the man in charge before leaving for the library. Taking off the officer's cap he recieved only a few minutes ago, he held it at his chest . ""Uh, sir? I have a managment position at the library next door, and I was wondering if there was any way I could either get coffee delivered there or at least out the front door?"" Eli stammered for a minute. ""It's nothing wrong with the establishment, I-er, I just have a lot of work to do, and sometimes a visit in here isn't so practical."" Eli was happy with the man's answer, that he could. ""Straight black please. And you can just have them set it out on the library step. I don't want to make one of the poor girls walk all the way inside and to the desk. Thank you very much."" With that said, Eli walked out to the bar, just now realizing that he was still carrying Lizzy around. He craned his head slightly downwards. ""Hey, I'm going to set you down, I have to go to work."" With that said, Eli slowly set the smaller catgirl down, and began walking out of the building, his face cherry red from all the girls currently bustling around in rather skimpy maid outfits. He accidentally bumped into that other kid, Jamie, on the way out. ""I'm sorry."" He made the apology while barely slowing down, and pretty soon, he was out the door. Breathing a sigh of relief, Eli just had to dump his stuff off at the apartment and then he could go back to his usual buisness, sitting around the library. His apartment was completely paid for by Aleksandr, and luckily, it was about a twenty meter walk from the back of the library, straight down the alley. Eli let out a contented sigh as climbed the rickety old wooden stairs. As he opened the door, Eli thought he heard footsteps behind him, but chalked it up to nothing but his imagination. The smells of his old place of dwelling brought back a feeling of nostalgia, and he stood for a moment, just savoring the place, before entering. Eli purposely left the door a crack open, to vent out some of the.... more undesired smells that had built up over the course of the year with nobody around to take care of the place. Opening his duffel, pulling out a needle and thread, Eli got to work on his officer's uniform, temporarily forgetting the library. He sewed both of the shoulder and collar patches onto the stiff uniform, and decorated the remainder with the rest of the insignia he was issued. He took off his shirt for a moment, and changed into his uniform for the library, before setting out the door once more."
5751,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=200,2014-11-29T11:44:00,Legatia,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Jordslag <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22616192#p22616192"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Paradox</span><br/>Jamie shrugged. ""Your choice. It pays well and you don't even have to be a Waitress. If you can cook well, you can be a cook, or you can clean up Tables like me. But, it's really up to you. There's also a Casino, Library, and Aquarium, should you want to work at those places."" He was a master of faces. He knew the look on Alexandria's face; she didn't really want to be a Waitress. Eh, her loss. He turned to look at Carolin and smiled. ""You can meet her right now, by the way, considering she's leaning on the table next to you. Little warning: She can be rather loud and obnoxious.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>She perked up a little at the mention of being a cook. One of Alexandria's strong spots were cooking. She knew how to make many meals, and cook with quite skill. ""Alright, alright, I'll look into it."" She offered a smile of relief. A steady source of income without being a maid- that was a good possibility. She smiled, returning her gaze to Carolin. The girl had swatted at Jamie, and Alexandria simply giggled as she did so. The girl was so childish, it was cute. ""Hi, Carolin! You gonna shake my hand?"" She said, her hand still outstretched."
5752,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=200,2014-11-29T11:44:00,Arana,"Kai grinned as Johan jumped in. Slowly, he let the shark go, and it swam over to Johan, brushing up against him once before swimming away. The other sharks simply circled below him, although they did appear to be closing in.<br/><br/>""Don't be nervous. They can smell your fear, and they'll be more likely to attack if they do. Try to relax, play with some of them. And if one of them bites you, punch them right between the eyes.""<br/><br/>Feeling like he'd given enough advice, Kai sunk under the water, shark-like fins coming out of his back and arms. Happily, he joined the other sharks, circling around as if he was one of them. Looking down, he wouldn't have looked all that much different from them... obviously he was smaller, and had legs instead of a tail, but other than that, he looked pretty similar.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">I missed this... too bad you guys are stuck in this tank though...</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""color: #0040FF"">Then let us out.</span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""color: #4040BF"">Yes, let us out.</span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">You'd suffocate.</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""color: #00BFFF"">Fair point.</span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Hey, wanna see something? Watch this.</span><br/><br/>Grinning mischievously, Kai swam over to Johannes, moving silently through the water. Quickly, he grabbed the other boy's leg and started swimming down, laughing on the inside. He didn't mean him any harm of course, and he only went down about a foot and not very forcefully, but it would still be funny. At least, to Kai and the sharks."
5753,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=200,2014-11-29T11:46:00,The GAmeTopians,"<blockquote><div><cite>Perestroikavo <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22616235#p22616235"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Paradox</span><br/><br/>Carolin's voice grated Eli's ears once more to signal their arrival, and then in the boss' office to get free food. Unfortunately, Eli wasn't very hungry at that moment in time, and he definately didn't want to be here. But he figured that he would talk to the man in charge before leaving for the library. Taking off the officer's cap he recieved only a few minutes ago, he held it at his chest . ""Uh, sir? I have a managment position at the library next door, and I was wondering if there was any way I could either get coffee delivered there or at least out the front door?"" Eli stammered for a minute. ""It's nothing wrong with the establishment, I-er, I just have a lot of work to do, and sometimes a visit in here isn't so practical."" Eli waited for the man's answer before exiting the room and heading out to the bar, just now realizing that he was still carrying Lizzy around. He craned his head slightly downwards. ""Hey, I'm going to set you down, I have to go to work."" With that said, Eli slowly set the smaller catgirl down, and began walking out of the building, his face cherry red from all the girls currently bustling around in rather skimpy maid outfits. He accidentally bumped into that other kid, Jamie, on the way out. ""I'm sorry."" He made the apology while barely slowing down, and pretty soon, he was out the door. Breathing a sigh of relief, Eli just had to dump his stuff off at the apartment and then he could go back to his usual buisness, sitting around the library. His apartment was completely paid for by Aleksandr, and luckily, it was about a twenty meter walk from the back of the library, straight down the alley. Eli let out a contented sigh as climbed the rickety old wooden stairs. As he opened the door, Eli thought he heard footsteps behind him, but chalked it up to nothing but his imagination. The smells of his old place of dwelling brought back a feeling of nostalgia, and he stood for a moment, just savoring the place, before entering. Eli purposely left the door a crack open, to vent out some of the.... more undesired smells that had built up over the course of the year with nobody around to take care of the place. Opening his duffel, pulling out a needle and thread, Eli got to work on his officer's uniform, temporarily forgetting the library. He sewed both of the shoulder and collar patches onto the stiff uniform, and decorated the remainder with the rest of the insignia he was issued. He took off his shirt for a moment, and changed into his uniform for the library, before setting out the door once more.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Gregory</span><br/>Gregory smiled at the young man.<br/>""Of course young man. I'll send one of the girls over in say... half an hour with some coffee for you. What kind? Oh, and what's your name so the girls can find you?""<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Carolin</span><br/>Carolin shook her hand happily. ""I didn't get your name, sorry."""
5754,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=200,2014-11-29T11:47:00,New Jordslag,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Paradox</span><br/>Jamie looked at her with a bemused look on his face. This time he didn't have to mask hiss face to do it. ""Carolin,"" He said. ""You have no idea."" Sighing, he turned back to Alexandria. ""We met 3 Years ago on a island off Florida. What fun. Except that i'm not much for Exercise. Or Beaches. Or the Sun, for that matter."" He smiled at this part. Jamie was amazed by how far he had come; was it only a Month ago that he was contemplating suicide? Now he had 4 Friends, a job, and a good life ahead of him. If he hadn't lost his hearing, he wouldn't have come this far. Then he perked up. ""Oh, yeah, Alexandria; about a Month ago, I lost most of my hearing, so it's getting kinda hard to hear you. Can you do me a favor and speak up?"" Then he got bumped from behind by... Eli, wasn't it? Eli quickly apologized. Jamie found he didn't care either way, since he was now in bliss. Meanwhile, it seemed Carolin and Elizabeth had hit it off; that was good. He was happy. But he knew things wouldn't last like this forever."
5755,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=200,2014-11-29T11:54:00,Legatia,"<blockquote><div><cite>The GAmeTopians <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22616333#p22616333"">wrote</a>:</cite>-snip-</div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>New Jordslag <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22616337#p22616337"">wrote</a>:</cite>-snip-</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Alexandria. Alexandria Abbots."" She gave Carolin a strong, firm handshake, turning back to Jamie, nodding.<br/><br/>""Oh? I'm so sorry about that, Jamie."" She nodded, putting on her normal, slight-frown face. ""I'll make sure to keep note. Of course. Though I don't think I want a job just yet. I'll get one later, maybe."" She nods, looking to Carolin.<br/><br/>""Well, I'm gonna go get a seat and order. I am kinda hungry."" She nodded, and turned heel to look for a place to sit."
5756,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=200,2014-11-29T11:59:00,Perestroikavo,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Behind <span style=""font-style: italic"">Cognitio Veritas</span></span><br/><br/>Eli walked back down the steps and was about to head to the library, when he realized that it was closed today for that asinine Last Night ceremony, and that he had no reason to go there and work, as he would earn absolutely nothing. Grimacing, he made another trip up the steps, annoyed at himself for forgetting such a major thing. Eli figured he had nothing better to do than walk the streets, or maybe head over to the aqaurium. Growing up in Belarus, he had never seen the ocean firsthand, and Eli had certainly never seen the exotic creatures that dwelled in such a place. Now fully dressed in his officer's regalia, he made his way down the sidewalk, headed for the metro that would lead to the aqaurium. While he passed by Paradox, one of the girls bustled out. ""Are you Eli?"" Her enthusiasm made him a bit cautious, but he accepted the drink nonetheless, and handed the girl a five. Two for the coffee, and three as a tip. Sipping his new hot drink, Eli wrapped his trenchcoat around himself and was about to the subway when he saw some sort of fancy car pull up to Lizzy, who was on the sidewalk. He shrugged, and continued on his journey to the place of marine wildlife.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Aquarium</span><br/><br/>(TIMESKIP FOR ELI) Arriving at the place, he saw that it was certainly a massive affair. Walking around, he was greeted by an older woman, who informed him that it would cost him ten dollars for the day. Grumbling while pulling out the amount, Eli paid his debt and walked along, in awe nearly the entire time. There were these huge creatures called Orcas that could easily swallow a man whole, and there were tiny ones called Plankton, that you couldn't even see. While parsing through a section filled with a balloon like animal called the pufferfish, he heard a yelp, splashing, and then a horrible screetching and growling.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Can't I ever just enjoy a trip?</span>Figuring that he would probably be accused of something if he left now, due to his spotty past, Eli made way towards the sounds, coming from the shark area. He noticed several things. The fox boy was in his swimsuit, and was sopping wet, and there was a collection of rather large and vicious looking sharks in the tank, as well as a face that Eli didn't particularly care to see. Sharkboy. He grimaced and slowly walked over, using his leather-gloved hands to pull the boy away from damaging the tank, and trying to avoid getting sopping wet. ""What in five hells is going on here?"""
5757,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=200,2014-11-29T12:03:00,New Jordslag,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Paradox</span><br/>Jamie noted what Elizabeth did. She put on her normal, slightly-frowning face. But now it seemed it was a bit strained, and her face was changing too quickly. So that means she was hiding her true emotions. He was quite interested in Elizabeth. She made a good subject to study, as well as a friend. Plus, he wanted to protect her. Not that she needed protecting- she was very tough- but it never hurt to help anyway. Then he heard her words: ""Well, I'm gonna go get a seat and order. I am kinda hungry."" He grabbed her arm just as she turned around. ""Hold up. You realize we have space at our table, right? Why not come eat with us?"" He made it clear by adding another layer to his voice that he wasn't asking. He was pleading. Pleading for his old friend to sit with him, to talk to him."
5758,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=225,2014-11-29T12:14:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Johannes Sundberg</span></span></div><br/>Just as he was starting to relax, Kai released the shark that he had been spliced with, and it made a beeline for Johan. He nearly flew out of the tank in fright, but he received Kai's advice just in time, and didn't make a move. Johan's face turned pale as the clearly larger creature swept past him. He growled softly, waiting for it to go away, then he hoisted himself up against the side of the tank.<br/><br/>""It touched me!"" he squealed, noticing the others moving about beneath him. Suddenly he wasn't feeling so safe, seeing as most of his body was still in the water. All his remaining sense of security faded out as Kai's head suddenly dipped beneath the surface. Johan considered getting out in a hurry. His nose was twitching.<br/><br/>""I'm not playing with a shark, and I'm not punching one, either!"" he said, frantically turning himself around. This was a dumb idea. Now he was in danger of getting mangled... Digested. Finally having found a way out, Johan sighed with relief, but felt something at his ankle. Were they teeth?.. Probably not. They didn't hurt. But they could be. His muscles tensed up as he was dragged down, and he flailed violently. Once Kai let go of his leg, he kicked the side of the aquarium hard enough to make the glass shake like it would implode. He grabbed desperately for the surface and upon finally coming up, gasped for breath and hissed at the water, taking large, angry swipes at it as he groped for the exit.<br/><br/>Johan dropped six feet down out of the other side of the aquarium with a *thump*. He was on dry ground again, panting and whimpering like a whipped dog. He took a moment to check on his leg, and seeing that it was fine, he relaxed. But now, he was angry. He threw himself at the glass, scoring his claw-like nails down its surface and barking at the sharks. He hadn't yet realized who it was that grabbed him.."
5759,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=225,2014-11-29T12:39:00,Icrum,"<blockquote><div><cite>Brechalht <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22612055#p22612055"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Isle of Lithonia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22612016#p22612016"">wrote</a>:</cite>Jason took out his smart phone, noted the time, and then nodded. ""Sounds good, Aaron. If you could maybe catch a Freshman or two, we could give them a bit of fun before they get shredded. Who knows, we might get them to join Aer Vis next year as a result of getting to know them. <br/><br/>""I'll get a hold of Aiden, Val, and maybe a Senior or two. We could really get a group going. <br/><br/>""So, I'll see you then.""<br/><br/>Jason turned back to Callandra and excused himself for a short moment. Quickly, he sent a text to Aiden (whose number he magically knew) and Valerie, telling them about his plan for going to Paradox for the ""Last Night"", and asked them to meet him there at the appointed time. <span style=""font-weight: bold"">And bring some of your associates along. We're going to party 'til we drop.</span> <br/><br/>With that done, he smiled at Cal, and asked, ""So, have you ever drank before?""</div></blockquote><br/>""Of course, I will may have some freshman in mind...<br/>Thank you, Jason, I will see you there.""<br/>With a laugh and mock salute, he shoved off, throwing his bags and case into his car.<br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""car""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.ecofriend.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/bmw_unveils_convertible_hybrid_6l5kr.jpg""/></div></div></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Ah, I have missed you. Too bad I couldn't move the car back to London for the summer. Let's go!</span><br/>Driving through the District to his flat, he passed by the Paradox, and saw a familiar face. Whipping back around, he stopped the car.<br/><br/>""Hullo, freshmen"" he said jokingly to her. ""Of you can spare a few hours, I could give your ladyship a tour of thy new home."" He smiled.<br/>""And afterwards, some of Aer Vis and some seniors are going to enjoy the Last Night before the ordeal. Care to join me?""<br/>Obviously in high spirits, he opened the passenger door.</div></blockquote><br/>Lizzy looked at the car. She blushed intensly but still had her frown from earlier. She thought about it, and she walked to the car.<br/>""Well, I got nothing better to do. Alright."" Lizzy said with a mix of a solemn and happy attitude. She stepped into the car and quickly readjusted her hat.<br/>""So, what's Last Night Aaron?"" Lizzy asked."
5760,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=225,2014-11-29T12:42:00,Legatia,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Jordslag <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22616511#p22616511"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Paradox</span><br/>Jamie noted what Elizabeth did. She put on her normal, slightly-frowning face. But now it seemed it was a bit strained, and her face was changing too quickly. So that means she was hiding her true emotions. He was quite interested in Elizabeth. She made a good subject to study, as well as a friend. Plus, he wanted to protect her. Not that she needed protecting- she was very tough- but it never hurt to help anyway. Then he heard her words: ""Well, I'm gonna go get a seat and order. I am kinda hungry."" He grabbed her arm just as she turned around. ""Hold up. You realize we have space at our table, right? Why not come eat with us?"" He made it clear by adding another layer to his voice that he wasn't asking. He was pleading. Pleading for his old friend to sit with him, to talk to him.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>As soon as his hand grabbed her arm, her face became flustered. She didn't like that.<br/><br/>In an unexpected and violent flare typical of her, she shook her arm violently, flailing his grip off. She turned around so quickly you'd have to think that there was another force helping her turn. The faint traces of a blush were on her cheeks, and her eyes were closed and her frown only deeper.<br/><br/>""Well, I'd hate to disturb.."" She paused, looking at the table. She really,<span style=""font-style: italic"">really</span>didn't feel like having a large group conversation, especially not right now. But of course, the small yet influential part of her that held her repressed feelings of sympathy won her over. ""F-fine. But it'll only be for a few minutes."" She nodded, sighing quietly and heading for the table."
5761,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=225,2014-11-29T12:46:00,Arana,"Kai swam up to the surface, laughing. Seeing Johannes outside of the tank, he jumped out after him. Cautiously, he put a reassuring hand on his friend's shoulder.<br/><br/>""Easy there... we were just having fun. None of them were going to hurt you, I wouldn't have let them. Also, you should know that punching water and hissing at it won't do much. It's just water, it's not alive. Plus, you're scratching up the glass. Knock it off.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""color: #0040FF"">I thought it was funny.</span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""color: #00BFFF"">You would.</span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Guys, trying to deal with this.</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""color: #00BFFF"">I was only being friendly. You were the one who pulled him down.</span></span><br/><br/>""Look... Makuahine was just being friendly. She's sorry she scared you, okay? Honestly, they're all really nice. Most sharks want to eat people when they meet them the first time. The ones back home did to me, except for Makuahine... just give them another chance."""
5762,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=225,2014-11-29T12:47:00,Brechalht,ignore
5763,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=225,2014-11-29T13:02:00,Icrum,"<blockquote><div><cite>Brechalht <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22617034#p22617034"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Icrum <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22616908#p22616908"">wrote</a>:</cite>Lizzy looked at the car. She blushed intensly but still had her frown from earlier. She thought about it, and she walked to the car.<br/>""Well, I got nothing better to do. Alright."" Lizzy said with a mix of a solemn and happy attitude. She stepped into the car and quickly readjusted her hat.<br/>""So, what's Last Night Aaron?"" Lizzy asked.</div></blockquote><br/>She hopped in, and he started the engine. <br/>""The Last Night, why- the Last Night of freedom! Come tomorrow, the Program owns us from 4 to 2100! As such, the upperclassmen come together and enjoy the night. And invite some underclassmen, everyone deserves some fun.""<br/><br/>The car crested an overpass, and the Ravencroft complex itself came into view. <br/>""There it is, the center of our universe! It seems better in person than in the telecasts, no?""<br/><br/>Still in high spirits, he noticed her soiled hat, and her obvious attempt to cover it.<br/>""Hat troubles, milady?"", he jested, ""Here, take mine.""<br/>He gave a light toss, and his group commander cap landed in her lap.<br/><br/>He turned his attention back to the road, and the island.<br/>""It really is amazing, this place. Not when you are in basic courses at the school, but one learns to appreciate the island when you aren't cursing the establishment, Ravencroft, and your superior officers.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Thanks. Give me a second."" Lizzy said as she changed her hat for the new cap. She then put her other hat in her pocket.<br/>""I can't stand not wearing a hat. Unless I'm alseep, then I don't wear a hat."" Lizzy said as an excuse for the reason for her wearing a hat. She didn't know how Aaron felt about partials so she didn't want to take a chance by explaining it. However, she did want to know.<br/>""Hey Aaron, how do you feel about partials? I just want to know."" Lizzy asked a little embarresed."
5764,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=225,2014-11-29T13:04:00,New Jordslag,"<blockquote><div><cite>Legatia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22616963#p22616963"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Jordslag <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22616511#p22616511"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Paradox</span><br/>Jamie noted what Elizabeth did. She put on her normal, slightly-frowning face. But now it seemed it was a bit strained, and her face was changing too quickly. So that means she was hiding her true emotions. He was quite interested in Elizabeth. She made a good subject to study, as well as a friend. Plus, he wanted to protect her. Not that she needed protecting- she was very tough- but it never hurt to help anyway. Then he heard her words: ""Well, I'm gonna go get a seat and order. I am kinda hungry."" He grabbed her arm just as she turned around. ""Hold up. You realize we have space at our table, right? Why not come eat with us?"" He made it clear by adding another layer to his voice that he wasn't asking. He was pleading. Pleading for his old friend to sit with him, to talk to him.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>As soon as his hand grabbed her arm, her face became flustered. She didn't like that.<br/><br/>In an unexpected and violent flare typical of her, she shook her arm violently, flailing his grip off. She turned around so quickly you'd have to think that there was another force helping her turn. The faint traces of a blush were on her cheeks, and her eyes were closed and her frown only deeper.<br/><br/>""Well, I'd hate to disturb.."" She paused, looking at the table. She really,<span style=""font-style: italic"">really</span> didn't feel like having a large group conversation, especially not right now. But of course, the small yet influential part of her that held her repressed feelings of sympathy won her over. ""F-fine. But it'll only be for a few minutes."" She nodded, sighing quietly and heading for the table.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Paradox</span><br/>Jamie gave her a smile. He realized he smiled a lot around her. ""Thanks. You know, it seemed that I was always able to get you to do what I wanted back in Florida. Ah, how fun you are."" He ran over to the seat opposite her. He was still smirking, but his true emotions were hidden. He felt... strange. he felt happy, angry, and confused at the same time. That's how she made him feel. That's how she always made him feel.<br/><br/>He wondered how she was even able to be his friend; she was outgoing, and he was a loner; she was often angry, while he was quiet; she stood out, while he blended in. It was she who found him that fateful day in Florida... surrounded by friends to play with, she chose him out of all people, and a friendship soon blossomed. Then he didn't see her for 3 years. But now she was here. He should be glad. But... that wasn't one of his true emotions. His mask still on, he proceeded to flick her on the forehead. ""That's for almost forgetting about me, nitwit. I'll never let you forget me you know. You are far too important to me for that."" Wait. Was this what he wanted to say? He felt dizzy. But no. He didn't have control over his own body again. The words just flowed out of his mouth, and he felt himself pulled to her. It was an impulse, and he couldn't ignore it. ""You know, Alexandria, you really are adorable when you're angry."" No. No no no. That wasn't what he wanted to say. He wanted to congratulate her on making it here, and ask her how her day was. But... he had lost control."
5765,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=225,2014-11-29T13:11:00,Legatia,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Jordslag <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22617269#p22617269"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Legatia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22616963#p22616963"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>As soon as his hand grabbed her arm, her face became flustered. She didn't like that.<br/><br/>In an unexpected and violent flare typical of her, she shook her arm violently, flailing his grip off. She turned around so quickly you'd have to think that there was another force helping her turn. The faint traces of a blush were on her cheeks, and her eyes were closed and her frown only deeper.<br/><br/>""Well, I'd hate to disturb.."" She paused, looking at the table. She really,<span style=""font-style: italic"">really</span> didn't feel like having a large group conversation, especially not right now. But of course, the small yet influential part of her that held her repressed feelings of sympathy won her over. ""F-fine. But it'll only be for a few minutes."" She nodded, sighing quietly and heading for the table.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Paradox</span><br/>Jamie gave her a smile. He realized he smiled a lot around her. ""Thanks. You know, it seemed that I was always able to get you to do what I wanted back in Florida. Ah, how fun you are."" He ran over to the seat opposite her. He was still smirking, but his true emotions were hidden. He felt... strange. he felt happy, angry, and confused at the same time. That's how she made him feel. That's how she always made him feel. <br/><br/>He wondered how she was even able to be his friend; she was outgoing, and he was a loner; she was often angry, while he was quiet; she stood out, while he blended in. It was she who found him that fateful day in Florida... surrounded by friends to play with, she chose him out of all people, and a friendship soon blossomed. Then he didn't see her for 3 years. But now she was here. He should be glad. But... that wasn't one of his true emotions. His mask still on, he proceeded to flick her on the forehead. ""That's for almost forgetting about me, nitwit. I'll never let you forget me you know. You are far too important to me for that."" Wait. Was this what he wanted to say? He felt dizzy. But no. He didn't have control over his own body again. The words just flowed out of his mouth, and he felt himself pulled to her. It was an impulse, and he couldn't ignore it. ""You know, Alexandria, you really are adorable when you're angry."" No. No no no. That wasn't what he wanted to say. He wanted to congratulate her on making it here, and ask her how her day was. But... he had lost control.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>That was probably not what he would have wanted to say.<br/><br/>Having been coaxed into sitting with a sizable group, with a long-lost friend, she was already a mix of nervous, anxious, angry and impatient.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Tap</span>.<br/><br/>Alexandria immediately felt the flick. It gave her a brief image of her brother, who always loved to annoy her by flicking her. She growled lowly.<br/><br/>Then he spoke, and those words were processed and immediately thrown out. ""What? We'd only seen eachother for a week three years ago, how am I-""<br/><br/>Then he spoke again, and Alexandria's face became so red you would've thought whatever was in Rudolph's nose was in her face, too.<br/><br/>And then she snapped, rising up and delivering a force-of-nature slap to Jamie's cheek, the force of which would have been sure to knock him down. She glared down, fire in her eyes. ""Don't you say that to me!"""
5766,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=225,2014-11-29T13:15:00,The GAmeTopians,"<blockquote><div><cite>Legatia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22617397#p22617397"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Jordslag <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22617269#p22617269"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Paradox</span><br/>Jamie gave her a smile. He realized he smiled a lot around her. ""Thanks. You know, it seemed that I was always able to get you to do what I wanted back in Florida. Ah, how fun you are."" He ran over to the seat opposite her. He was still smirking, but his true emotions were hidden. He felt... strange. he felt happy, angry, and confused at the same time. That's how she made him feel. That's how she always made him feel. <br/><br/>He wondered how she was even able to be his friend; she was outgoing, and he was a loner; she was often angry, while he was quiet; she stood out, while he blended in. It was she who found him that fateful day in Florida... surrounded by friends to play with, she chose him out of all people, and a friendship soon blossomed. Then he didn't see her for 3 years. But now she was here. He should be glad. But... that wasn't one of his true emotions. His mask still on, he proceeded to flick her on the forehead. ""That's for almost forgetting about me, nitwit. I'll never let you forget me you know. You are far too important to me for that."" Wait. Was this what he wanted to say? He felt dizzy. But no. He didn't have control over his own body again. The words just flowed out of his mouth, and he felt himself pulled to her. It was an impulse, and he couldn't ignore it. ""You know, Alexandria, you really are adorable when you're angry."" No. No no no. That wasn't what he wanted to say. He wanted to congratulate her on making it here, and ask her how her day was. But... he had lost control.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>That was probably not what he would have wanted to say.<br/><br/>Having been coaxed into sitting with a sizable group, with a long-lost friend, she was already a mix of nervous, anxious, angry and impatient. <br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Tap</span>.<br/><br/>Alexandria immediately felt the flick. It gave her a brief image of her brother, who always loved to annoy her by flicking her. She growled lowly.<br/><br/>Then he spoke, and those words were processed and immediately thrown out. ""What? We'd only seen eachother for a week three years ago, how am I-""<br/><br/>Then he spoke again, and Alexandria's face became so red you would've thought whatever was in Rudolph's nose was in her face, too.<br/><br/>And then she snapped, rising up and delivering a force-of-nature slap to Jamie's cheek, the force of which would have been sure to knock him down. She glared down, fire in her eyes. ""Don't you say that to me!""</div></blockquote><br/>Carolin frowned. ""Hey, that's not very nice, either of you. Save it!""<br/>Carolin called over a waitress.<br/>""Three coffees, please.""<br/>The waitress obliged, and soon returned with three coffees and a bunch of cream containers."
5767,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=225,2014-11-29T13:25:00,New Jordslag,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Paradox</span><br/>Jamie fell to the ground. Something he had never bothered to tell anybody was that he was weak, and fragile. Obviously, an attack like this hurt quite a lot. When he fell to the ground, he was in pain. So he laughed. And cried. He kept on laughed through his pain, but anybody looking at his eyes could see the truth: He was in a lot of pain. Tears fell in groups from his face. After half a minute, he stopped laughing, and got up. His face was one of utter despair. He sat simply in his seat, looking ahead, pretending nothing had happened. Then, after the minute was over, he turned to face Alexandria, and he whispered the words: ""I'm sorry. I'm so, so sorry."" His face trembled, like he could break any second. Then he looked back ahead and put his head in his hands. ""I couldn't control what I was saying. I'm so sorry."""
5768,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=225,2014-11-29T13:27:00,Brechalht,ignore
5769,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=225,2014-11-29T13:35:00,Legatia,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Jordslag <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22617611#p22617611"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Paradox</span><br/>Jamie fell to the ground. Something he had never bothered to tell anybody was that he was weak, and fragile. Obviously, an attack like this hurt quite a lot. When he fell to the ground, he was in pain. So he laughed. And cried. He kept on laughed through his pain, but anybody looking at his eyes could see the truth: He was in a lot of pain. Tears fell in groups from his face. After half a minute, he stopped laughing, and got up. His face was one of utter despair. He sat simply in his seat, looking ahead, pretending nothing had happened. Then, after the minute was over, he turned to face Alexandria, and he whispered the words: ""I'm sorry. I'm so, so sorry."" His face trembled, like he could break any second. Then he looked back ahead and put his head in his hands. ""I couldn't control what I was saying. I'm so sorry.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Paradox</span>Cafe</span><br/><br/>""If that's your explanation for that.."" She began. Once she saw his face, however, she sighed. ""If you talk like that to me ever again.. I'll sever your head from your body. Got it?"" She sighed, taking a coffee and adding amounts of sugar and creamer to it, and sipping it casually. Her face turned away from Jamie, still evidence of flustering on it.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Is that what he</span>really<span style=""font-style: italic"">thinks? What he </span>honestly<span style=""font-style: italic"">says to me?</span>She thought, between sips of coffee.<span style=""font-style: italic"">I'm gonna have to restrain myself, I guess. He does have a mouth on him, but he's fragile.. Yeah, I'll have to watch myself.</span><br/><br/>She passed her head in an arc from side to side, sighing as she continued to take sips. She refused to face Jamie after his outburst, still a bit upset over the whole matter. She just wanted to get out of here as soon as possible, but she'd have to eat first. Otherwise the trip would have been a waste."
5770,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=225,2014-11-29T13:59:00,Icrum,"<blockquote><div><cite>Brechalht <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22617638#p22617638"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Icrum <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22617248#p22617248"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Thanks. Give me a second."" Lizzy said as she changed her hat for the new cap. She then put her other hat in her pocket.<br/>""I can't stand not wearing a hat. Unless I'm asleep, then I don't wear a hat."" Lizzy said as an excuse for the reason for her wearing a hat. She didn't know how Aaron felt about partials so she didn't want to take a chance by explaining it. However, she did want to know.<br/>""Hey Aaron, how do you feel about partials? I just want to know."" Lizzy asked a little embarrassed.</div></blockquote><br/>""Hmm. Interesting. Hats are enjoyable though.""<br/><br/>He seemed to have a momentary pause after her question, during which his demeanor changed.<br/><br/>""Partials? Oh. Well, I don't like them. They scare me, I don't trust them. Are you sure you want to talk about this?<br/><br/>I told you that Mum and Sir Ashcroft were killed, remember? They worked with your father at Eleon, designing the gene splices. And they died. I really didn't want to lay this on you right now, it is rather dense. <br/><br/>They were killed by a partial. Six, to be exact. There was a security guard, their own, named Charles. He was a piranha splice. And apparently he was unbalanced, chemically and emotionally. <br/><br/>My mother cut herself while in the lab, my father called for a bandage and applied pressure to stop the bleeding. The Partial- Charlie- had a reaction. The splice assumed dominance. He attacked them- my mother. She was a wounded animal to him- it. <br/><br/>It- it was worse though. Piranhas have swarm mentalities. That was what was so attractive in the splice to begin with. The other five joined Charlie- a feeding frenzy, you see?<br/><br/>Their own security guards, killing in the lab. Mum- Sir Ashcroft- and nine others died. They were torn apart, some skel- skel- skeleton-ized.""<br/><br/>He grew pale, and pulled over. Tears were in his eyes as he painfully swallowed the bitter bile in his throat.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">The images were fresh from the video-cameras, burned into the boy's memory. Among the long tables of equipment lay a vast orgy of consumption, animal versus human, primal urge versus the civilization humanity had so recently built. Friend had turned on friend, employee on employer, with a gut-wrenching, devouring conclusion. Eleven corpses, six bloodied- things- roaming, human flesh dangling from their mouths. They were gunned down by security. The Eleon Massacre.</span><br/><br/>""I got the call at five in the morning. They said my parents were dead. I was left to find out why. <br/><br/>And did I find out why- oh- did I.Partials, they lose something of their humanity when spliced. To kill my mother, the innocents. Somewhere, deep inside them, lies an animalistic sociopath. But it is closer to the surface than their human counterparts.<br/><br/>Don't- don't call me a luddite, but- I just can't, I can't see them the same.""<br/><br/>Ashcroft was broken. <br/>He put a hand on hers.<br/><br/>""I am sorry, I didn't- I didn't want to ruin our moment. I was enjoying being with you, I hope I didn't ruin it.""<br/><br/>He wiped his eyes, and looked at her with fear, shame, and the hope they could continue on together.</div></blockquote><br/>""I didn't know. Sorry."" Lizzy apologized. She then turned her face away and began to cry.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">I don't know what to do now. He hates Partials, and I'm a partial. I hate being a partial! What do I say know. 'Hey Aaron, I'm a partial. Hate me now.' What am I going to do? I could just keep hiding. Or I can just come out and say that I'm not a crazy partial.</span>Lizzy thought to herself. Then a little voice decided to chip in it's own idea.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Well, he hates partials, so he hates me. If he hates me, I can kill him without feeling guilty.</span>Lizzy thought.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">NO! I'm not one of those partials. I'll never do that.</span>Lizzy said as she brushed the idea out of her head. She then wiped her eyes and faced Aaron.<br/><br/>""Sorry about crying. It's just that I didn't know they died that way. Your parents were really nice. I just hope that partials won't act like that again."" Lizzy said with tears coming out more and more."
5771,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=225,2014-11-29T14:14:00,Brechalht,ignore
5772,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=225,2014-11-29T14:47:00,New Jordslag,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Paradox</span><br/>Jamie simply sipped at his coffee, his thoughts mixed up. He couldn't decide what to say. What to do. He had just met up with his Old Friend- his ONLY Old Friend- and he had just said the wrong thing in front of her. His cheek still hurt, but he wasn't going to say that. He didn't want her to feel bad about slapping him. And he didn't want her to be angry at him for complaining either. A full minute passed. His lips finally opened. He wondered what he was going to say. '<span style=""font-style: italic"">If only my life weren't a mess.</span>' He thought, closing his lips. '<span style=""font-style: italic"">If only my siblings hadn't died, I was able to make friends, and I hadn't gotten this damned loss of hearing. Then I might not have lost control. Ah, if only.</span>' After 2 minutes of sipping, he put his Coffee cup down. ""So,"" He said, in a voice that was disguised as normal speech, but under the thin surface was trembling. ""Congratulations on making it into the Academy. It was nice meeting you here."" Good. This was good. He had control of himself. ""How was your day, Alexandria? I assume it was tiring?"""
5773,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=225,2014-11-29T15:00:00,Legatia,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Jordslag <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22618679#p22618679"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Paradox</span><br/>Jamie simply sipped at his coffee, his thoughts mixed up. He couldn't decide what to say. What to do. He had just met up with his Old Friend- his ONLY Old Friend- and he had just said the wrong thing in front of her. His cheek still hurt, but he wasn't going to say that. He didn't want her to feel bad about slapping him. And he didn't want her to be angry at him for complaining either. A full minute passed. His lips finally opened. He wondered what he was going to say. '<span style=""font-style: italic"">If only my life weren't a mess.</span>' He thought, closing his lips. '<span style=""font-style: italic"">If only my siblings hadn't died, I was able to make friends, and I hadn't gotten this damned loss of hearing. Then I might not have lost control. Ah, if only.</span>' After 2 minutes of sipping, he put his Coffee cup down. ""So,"" He said, in a voice that was disguised as normal speech, but under the thin surface was trembling. ""Congratulations on making it into the Academy. It was nice meeting you here."" Good. This was good. He had control of himself. ""How was your day, Alexandria? I assume it was tiring?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Paradox</span> Cafe</span><br/><br/>Caught in the middle of a sip of her coffee, she slowly set the cup down, nodding.<br/><br/>He asked her how her day was, and congratulated her- something much more easy to talk about than how adorable she was when she was angry.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Well, I can't stay mad at him</span>forever,<span style=""font-style: italic"">can I? Now's the time to start.</span><br/><br/>""Well, thank you, Jamie."" She nodded, and a small smile of pride flashed on her face, but she quickly hid it. ""My day? Oh, it's alright. I mean, I have a good prospect, and I got into the school I've been wanting to get into for a while."" She sighed, taking another sip. ""Aside from your- uh, what you said- today was actually pretty good."" She nodded to Jamie. She was not yet into the conversation, she just wanted to order her food and get out of here as soon as possible."
5774,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=225,2014-11-29T15:35:00,Perestroikavo,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22616604#p22616604"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Johannes Sundberg</span></span></div><br/>=. He hadn't yet realized who it was that grabbed him..</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Oi! Stop that! Calm down boy!""<br/>Eli sighed, knowing that this would take more than words. He spun the boy around, so that they locked eyes.<br/>""Breath deep, you're okay.""<br/>Eli waited a fraction of a second before asking other questions. The shark boy was also here and sopping wet, with a hand on the boy's shoulder from the side. He was making wierd noises at the ghastly beasts that inhabited the tank. Blood drifted a bit in the water.<br/>""Now, tell me what happened? Both of you.""<br/>Eli let the fox partial go and took a couple steps back, noting that he had remained dry, save for his gloves. Sighing, Eli leaned against the wall and removed the sopping gloves while waiting for explanations from the two freshmen. When neither spoke up immediatly, he figured that a little motivation would help, even though he had no power that he claimed to.<br/>""I should court-martial both of you."" Pointing at the fox boy first, and then Kai, he adressed them in that order.<br/>""You, for vandalism, and YOU, for trespassing in a private establishment."" He hoped that neither of them had any ties to this place, because he truly didn't know if the shark boy was allowed to be in the tank or not. ""So, what'll it be?"""
5775,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=225,2014-11-29T15:51:00,New Jordslag,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Paradox</span><br/>This time Jamie smiled not because he was happy, but out of relief. ""You know,"" He said. ""I can read your face. ""You don't really want to talk to me, do you? I'm sorry for dragging you into this conversation, and losing control. It's just... I'm so sorry. I can't deal with all the things life is throwing at me anymore. I can't deal with it all. I'm... so... confused."" At this point, he was turned away from Alexandria, and tears were rolling down his face. ""I never meant to make you angry. You know that, right? I just can't handle it all anymore. Any of it."" He got up. ""Since this meal is free, I can just walk out. Goodbye, Alexandria."" Then he grabbed his possessions and ran off."
5776,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=225,2014-11-29T15:56:00,Arana,"Kai narrowed his eyes at the older boy. When threatened with a court martial, he gave him a rather smug and toothed grin before speaking.<br/><br/>""Trespassing? Hold on a second...""<br/><br/>Bending down, Kai started rummaging through his bag. He knew it was there somewhere... there. Standing up, he showed Eli his ID card, which identified him as an employee of the Aquarius Emporium, specifically as one who was allowed to train, care for, and most importantly, swim with the marine life.<br/><br/>""So yeah, you could court martial me for trespassing, but then I'd only need to show them this, or maybe call Doctor Erikson... that should be enough evidence on my part.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""color: #0040FF"">You showed him.</span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Quiet you.</span><br/><br/>With a cocky look on his face, he put the ID in his pocket and went on to answer the other questions addressed to him.<br/><br/>""Simple enough, we were swimming in the shark tank, Johannes here got scared, and... well yeah, that's pretty much it."""
5777,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=225,2014-11-29T16:07:00,Legatia,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Jordslag <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22619419#p22619419"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Paradox</span><br/>This time Jamie smiled not because he was happy, but out of relief. ""You know,"" He said. ""I can read your face. ""You don't really want to talk to me, do you? I'm sorry for dragging you into this conversation, and losing control. It's just... I'm so sorry. I can't deal with all the things life is throwing at me anymore. I can't deal with it all. I'm... so... confused."" At this point, he was turned away from Alexandria, and tears were rolling down his face. ""I never meant to make you angry. You know that, right? I just can't handle it all anymore. Any of it."" He got up. ""Since this meal is free, I can just walk out. Goodbye, Alexandria."" Then he grabbed his possessions and ran off.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Paradox</span> cafe</span><br/><br/>At first, Alexandria's expression was one of curiosity, which quickly change into one of a quagmire of guilt, shock, horror, and terror. ""JAMIE!"" She yelled, calling after him.<br/><br/>He had singlehandedly achieved one thing that had never, ever been achieved before:<br/><br/>He had<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">destroyed</span></span></span>her. Hearing all this had killed her from the inside, as her outstretched hand fell to the table.<br/><br/>Her despair mixed with rage, as she threw herself up. She stormed out of the cafe, shoving a few maids aside, as she forcefully threw open the doors. She ran far away, eventually coming to a stop near Valston's aquarium, where she opened the doors, hid herself away from the public, and cried. She hated herself for making one of her only friends go through that. She felt awful, like she didn't deserve to be his friend. Like she didn't deserve to be anyone's friend. She hated the whole prospect of having to face him tomorrow. Her feelings toppled her strong demeanor, like a dam breaking open. And she couldn't help any of it."
5778,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=225,2014-11-29T16:16:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Johannes Sundberg</span></span></div><br/>In his fury, Johan considered raking his claws against this human as well. He slipped out of Eli's grasp and stalked off, growling to himself. By looking at him one could easily tell that he was<span style=""font-style: italic"">not</span>happy. He was hunched over, on all fours, checking himself again for any cuts or bruises he may have gotten from what he'd done just now. There wasn't much damage done to the glass, as it was thick and made not to take damage from such small hands. He pinched a portion of the springsuit he was wearing and sighed. In trouble on the first day. That wasn't something to be proud of. He snarled again, shaking the water out of his hair as he turned around. The look in his eyes seemed different, unlike earlier, they were bright. Now he looked blank.<br/><br/>""That's the best explanation, actually."" he told Eli, recognizing him from the plane as well. How did he get here, first off? Was he following? How could Johan have not smelled him? Strange... Just then he heard another sound. While either Kai or that other guy spoke, they would notice that Johan was looking elsewhere, his tongue sticking out of his mouth slightly.<br/><br/>""What is that sound?.."" he wondered, tipping his head back to sniff.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Salty, but not like the water. Tears?</span>"
5779,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=225,2014-11-29T16:25:00,Perestroikavo,"Eli sighed as the boy snarled more, and then offered no other side to the story. ""So be it. And you, fish-boy, I need to talk to you for a second."" Eli pulled the sopping Kai away from Johan and made his voice an angry whisper. ""Now Kai, I've read your file. And it looks like you'll probably be in my group of marines, considering you share the same profieciencies as all of us do. I need to know that I can count on you. And that means that I you need to learn some respect. I'm going to talk to one of Invictus' senior officers if you don't have a major attitude adjustment soon."" Clapping the boy on the shoulder once, he turned back to the boy he had identified as Johan. ""Are you su-"" Eli cut off mid sentence as Johan sniffed the air and his ears perked up. Eli silently watched, thinking that the fox-partial was up to something."
5780,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=225,2014-11-29T16:26:00,The GAmeTopians,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Jordslag <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22619419#p22619419"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Paradox</span><br/>This time Jamie smiled not because he was happy, but out of relief. ""You know,"" He said. ""I can read your face. ""You don't really want to talk to me, do you? I'm sorry for dragging you into this conversation, and losing control. It's just... I'm so sorry. I can't deal with all the things life is throwing at me anymore. I can't deal with it all. I'm... so... confused."" At this point, he was turned away from Alexandria, and tears were rolling down his face. ""I never meant to make you angry. You know that, right? I just can't handle it all anymore. Any of it."" He got up. ""Since this meal is free, I can just walk out. Goodbye, Alexandria."" Then he grabbed his possessions and ran off.</div></blockquote><br/>Carolin gasped, slapped a 10 Euro bill onto the table, and rushed out of the restaurant. She bent down to the sidewalk, like a sprinter on the mark. She sniffed out his trail, and sprinted after him. ""Jamie!"" She called after him."
5781,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=225,2014-11-29T16:33:00,New Jordslag,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Valston City</span><br/>Jamie stopped on a relatively empty street. He turned. He was smiling, but his face trembled, and his face was soaked with tears. ""Oh, hey, Carolin."" He said. waving a shaky hand at her. ""What do you need?"" His voice cracked. He buried his face in his hands, and cried. ""I just can't take all this anymore. My siblings... My hearing... Now my friends. Life is taking everything from me."" His eyes were wild, and his hair was messy. '<span style=""font-style: italic"">No. No! I don't want her to see me like this! Why... Why can't I stop the tears? I usually have such good control... so why is this happening to me? Why me? Why did all this happen to me?!</span>' He thought, his thoughts scrambled."
5782,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=225,2014-11-29T16:37:00,The GAmeTopians,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Jordslag <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22619898#p22619898"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Valston City</span><br/>Jamie stopped on a relatively empty street. He turned. He was smiling, but his face trembled, and his face was soaked with tears. ""Oh, hey, Carolin."" He said. waving a shaky hand at her. ""What do you need?"" His voice cracked. He buried his face in his hands, and cried. ""I just can't take all this anymore. My siblings... My hearing... Now my friends. Life is taking everything from me."" His eyes were wild, and his hair was messy. '<span style=""font-style: italic"">No. No! I don't want her to see me like this! Why... Why can't I stop the tears? I usually have such good control... so why is this happening to me? Why me? Why did all this happen to me?!</span>' He thought, his thoughts scrambled.</div></blockquote><br/>She rushed up to him and glomped him once again, and said into his ear,<br/>""What's wrong? You seemed fine before, when we came into<span style=""font-style: italic"">Paradox</span>. I thought you wanted to be there!"""
5783,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=250,2014-11-29T16:39:00,Arana,"Kai was silent for a moment. Then he gave Eli a look of annoyance and confusion.<br/><br/>""Attitude adjustment? I've met you exactly twice. The first time we didn't even say anything to each other, and this time you threatened to court martial me for doing what I'm actually paid to do.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""color: #00BFFF"">Stop being an idiot. He's your ticket into the marines.</span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">What? I'm right! And he called me fish boy!</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""color: #00BFFF"">I don't care.</span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">But Makuahine...</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""color: #00BFFF"">No buts. Now apologize.</span></span><br/><br/>Kai sighed and muttered something in Hawaiian under his breath before turning back to Eli.<br/><br/>""Look... I'm sorry. You can count on me. Besides, I'm one of the fastest swimmers in the Pacific, and the only shark on Earth with arms and legs.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""color: #0040FF"">I bet I'm faster.</span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""color: #0080FF"">So am I.</span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""color: #00BFFF"">Shut up you two!</span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Thank you Makuahine.</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""color: #00BFFF"">You shut up too, get back to talking to the human.</span></span>"
5784,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=250,2014-11-29T16:49:00,Perestroikavo,"Turning back to Kai after the apology, Eli beamed. ""That's the attitude adjustment I was talking about! Fastest in the Pacific you say? I wouldn't doubt it. I've never seen a fish partial before, except for some goldfish splicer bloke who was shredded by machine guns last year. Hopefully you have more luck than that!"" Eli laughed heartily and gave the boy a pat on the back. ""Keep acting like you just did, and you have great things ahead of you boy!"" Eli clapped him on the back one more time before reaching into his trenchcoat and producing a pack of cigars and a zippo with the Leviathon logo on it. He quickly lit up, and made a point to not blow the smoke in the boys face before studying Johan some more and listening for any other remarks from Kai. Remembering his manners, he looked back towards Kai for a splitsecond. ""Care for a smoke, fish boy?"" He didn't expect Kai to accept, so he held out the pack to make a point of 'trying' to give him a cigar, secretly hoping that the shark partial wouldn't accept. Those cigars were damn expensive, $19.82 per 6 pack, to be precise."
5785,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=250,2014-11-29T16:57:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Johannes Sundberg</span></span></div><br/>Trying to locate the sound, Johan noticed that Eli was now looking at him. He flinched and turned his attention to the older boy. ""Wh-what? Were you talking to me? Ehh-- Uhm... Sorry, I was just... I heard something strange..."" he stammered, reaching around to the back of his head to scratch. It appeared that he didn't notice Eli pulling Kai away for a moment, as he wass absorbed with the sobbing sound, and the uncommon scent of tears. He had only picked up that smell once, when his cousin died in a snowboarding accident. The smell was abundant during the funeral. Johan only shrugged.<br/><br/>By now, his anger had passed, and he was now comfortable in his new springsuit. Barefoot, he rose up and dried his hair, ready to look for the source of the sobbing sound. But first, he hung around to see if this big guy had anything more to say to him and Kai. All of a sudden Johan didn't want to go back to the Proving Center. He wanted to work here instead...<br/><br/>""Now... Now what?"" he continued sniffing, catching another smell, then grimaced. Dead fish.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Otter</span>.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Orca... Wow</span>.<span style=""font-style: italic"">This place was laden</span>. For some reason, Johan couldn't isolate the smell of tears. Perhaps it was because there was so much saltwater around? Maybe. Johan looked from one end of the storage room to the other, itching to go find the weeper, but was forced to stay since someone who appeared to be an officer was around."
5786,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=250,2014-11-29T16:59:00,New Jordslag,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Valston City</span><br/>Jamie looked up, straight into Carolin's eyes. ""I do want to be here. But not when life throws stuff like that in my face. I lost one of my few friends, Carolin. What, don't you understand?"" His face kept on changing between emotions. He was nasty, then sad, then joyful, then in despair. It was like he himself couldn't decide on an emotion. ""I have to be going now. The Dorms certainly aren't coming to me."" He picked up his belongings and continued heading to the Dorms, down this long, dark, empty street. ""Goodbye, Carolin."" He whispered. '<span style=""font-style: italic"">I hate all of this. I hate how I am. How I was. How i'm turning out to be. But not yet. I can't kill myself yet. Carolin needs me to support her.</span>' He briefly turned his head, his face in despair, toward her, but just as quickly, it snapped back around and he continued walking."
5787,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=250,2014-11-29T17:02:00,The GAmeTopians,"Carolin refused to give up. She ran up to him once again, saying,<br/>""You did not lose Alexandria Jamie! Did you not see her when you left? She started crying and rushed away. Is that what you want? Everyone here wants to help you. Why don't you just<span style=""font-weight: bold"">take off that mask?</span><br/><br/>OOC: What'cha gonna do?"
5788,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=250,2014-11-29T17:19:00,Arana,"Kai grinned slightly at the praise from the officer.<br/><br/>""Thank you sir. Fastest I've ever reached was around thirty-seven miles per hour, although it didn't last long. Normally I can get up to around twenty and hold it for awhile.""<br/><br/>It was hard to call him sir. It wasn't so much because of who he was talking to, and more that he just didn't like submitting to other people. Especially when they called him a fish. Even if he was a fish, it still pissed him off. When he was offered a cigar, he frowned slightly. He really wanted to take it, partly to show he was all mature and sophisticated and partly to just know what it felt like, but that damn hypnotist his parents had hired did a really good job, and immediately after seeing the cigars statistics started going through his head.<br/><br/>""Thank you... I'm going to have to say no though. I want to, but I can't risk it... those things are full of chemicals, and just one could do enough damage to impact my swimming, or running, or just overall health... it would make me a worse soldier. If you have an e-cig or something though, anything without tobacco, I'm up for that. Hell, anything really, as long as it isn't tobacco.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""color: #00BFFF"">Smart child. Your parents would be proud.</span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""color: #0040FF"">I think he should have taken it.</span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""color: #0080FF"">You're just mad that he's faster than you.</span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""color: #0040FF"">Don't make me eat you.</span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Both of you shut up!</span>"
5789,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=250,2014-11-29T17:33:00,Perestroikavo,"Eli frowned slightly, but on the inside, was pretty grateful that Kai hadn't taken the cigar. ""Ah, you don't have to call me sir. Just call me Eli when we're off duty."" Eli quickly stuffed the cigars back into his jacket. ""Anything without tobacco, you say?"" He thought for a moment, and noticed that Johan was still staring at him. ""Dismissed. You can do what you want, Johan."" He looked back to Kai, and grinned. Then I have just the thing for you. Eli reached into another pocket of his trenchcoat, and produced a bottle of pills labelled 'Sun Shine'. The pills were only a cover and it just made it look like they were in the bottle from the outside, but on the inside there was only a clear liquid that was nearly as potent as the stuff they brewed back home, and happened to be highly illegal. ""Take a swig of this stuff, eh?"" To emphasize the point, he held his cigar in his left hand for a moment and looked around before taking a sip. ""Oof."" Eli then held out the bottle full of clear liquid to Kai. ""What do you say, to the recruitment of a new marine!"" He blew a smoke ring that made it all the way above the tank before disappearing, and thought to himself, still holding out the bottle. Eli secretly liked the boy, and despite everything wanted to befriend him, and saw him becoming one hell of a marine. Though, he wouldn't dare let anyone know that.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Awww. To hell with it.</span>Knowing that he would probably get into trouble for it, and never going to one before, he posed the question. Want to come to the Last Night down at the Paradox? Should be great fun.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Why the hell did I just offer that?</span>Eli kicked himself for offering to go to such a stupid thing like a party, but figured that he had already made his decision by posing the question."
5790,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=250,2014-11-29T17:40:00,Republic of Hasgriu,"Daniel wondered what he was going to do on his Last Night. Paradox was out of the question. There was the library, which would be a good place to get a book or six, the casino, if he decided to be suicidal considering his financial situation, and-oooh... an aquarium. He wondered if they had penguins. Flapflap, erkerk. They're so adorable and cute and fluffy, Daniel just had to check for them. He would be most disappointed if there were no penguins. This was Eureka, surely the aquarium must have some crazy things, so penguins can't be too insane, right? Anyways, Daniel ran all the way to Aquarius, and burst through the door."
5791,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=250,2014-11-29T17:43:00,Arana,"Kai frowned again. Where the hell was he getting all these drugs from? Did he just carry them around all the time?<br/><br/>""So... uh... what is that, exactly? I mean, what's it do?""<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""color: #0040FF"">Don't ask, just drink it.</span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""color: #00BFFF"">Do you want me to eat you?</span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""color: #0040FF"">You don't have the guts.</span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Seriously? Can you all just not talk for a minute?</span><br/><br/>Still unsure about whatever was in the bottle, he grinned a bit at the invitation. He'd never actually been to a party before, other than birthday parties, so it was kind of a big deal.<br/><br/>""Sure, I'll come. Thanks."""
5792,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=250,2014-11-29T17:51:00,New Jordslag,"<blockquote><div><cite>The GAmeTopians <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22620228#p22620228"">wrote</a>:</cite>Carolin refused to give up. She ran up to him once again, saying,<br/>""You did not lose Alexandria Jamie! Did you not see her when you left? She started crying and rushed away. Is that what you want? Everyone here wants to help you. Why don't you just <span style=""font-weight: bold"">take off that mask?</span></div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Valston </span><br/>At that moment, Jamie laughed. Not out out of pain, like earlier, or a forced laugh like so many times before, to please people. This was an actual, genuine, laugh of joy. Before she could react, he squeezed her into a hug. ""So you could see through it. I see. I've been masking how I truly felt my whole life, so I'm quite good at it. But,"" He whispered into her ear. ""What are YOU masking, Carolin? What are your true emotions?"" He hugged her tighter. ""And to answer your question, I did. I saw her. It broke my heart. It's why I walked away. I don't want to make her sad or angry anymore."""
5793,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=250,2014-11-29T17:51:00,Perestroikavo,"""It's just alchohol mate! Nothing to be scared of!"" Eli gave the boy a wry smile. ""If that doesn't fit your fancy, I have three alternatives. You got the choice of this, shrooms, a needle based drug, (I wouldn't recommend, nasty stuff) or this white powder. Makes you super alert, the boys and I snort some before battle. Just take the drink boy. It's a sign of respect."" When he accepted the party invitation, Eli kicked himself again. ""Okay, do you have a car? Or should I pick you up at some time?"" Eli smiled lovingly at the thought of driving his old 1914 Delage Type A Tourer, rebuilt of course, again.<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Car""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.svvs.org/genpics10/1914_Delage_Type_A_Tourer.jpg""/></div></div></div>With its new engine, it could easily hit 85, and it was so uncommon that nearly nobody else drove one. Another gift of Aleksandr's. Eli thought about who else he would invite, and decided that Kai would probably be the only one, unless anyone asked him. Minimal embarassment that way. Besides, the Paradox contracted him occasionally to bring in some... less conventional liqours and substances, and the less people that knew, the better."
5794,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=250,2014-11-29T17:56:00,Arana,"Kai sighed in relief. He was worried that it was some new drug that would make him go insane or something.<br/><br/>""Well, if it's just alcohol, there's nothing wrong with that. As for the rest, shrooms are a no, and the other two sound like heroin and cocaine... to be honest, just blood is better for me.""<br/><br/>Smiling, he took the bottle from Eli, took a sip and swallowed. Smiling, he took a few more before handing it back.<br/><br/>""Nah, I don't have a car. I can just walk or take a trolley or something though."""
5795,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=250,2014-11-29T17:56:00,The Great Korean Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Templar High Council <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22614939#p22614939"">wrote</a>:</cite>Aiden got the text after his promotion, still smiling in the ranks of Defion. He quickly searched out Lee, the other Defion junior he knew well, and pulled him aside. ""Lee! Last Night! Wanna go drinkin'!? Oh, and I got promoted! General Flint to you, pal!""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Damn! Well we all knew it was a matter of time!"" Lee said grinning. ""At this rate you'll be Commander-in-Chief soon! Anyways to celebrate all drinks will be on me tonight. Now's lets get moving""! He knew that he should probably wait for his uniform kit and Netset communications device, but he'd probably receive on his way out."
5796,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=250,2014-11-29T18:02:00,Perestroikavo,"""Fair enough."" Eli watched in amazement as Kai took several sips of the drink before handing it back. ""Bloody hell's bells boy! I've never seen someone drink so much of that and still be standing."" Smiling now, he jammed the cigar back into his mouth, put his Sun Shine away and began walking out the doors. Looking back, he shouted to the boy. ""Nonsense! No marine-to-be of mine is going to walk or take the trolley! I'll pick you up in a couple hours from here!"" With that said, Eli was about to walk out the door when another student burst through, knocking him flat on his back. Taking a minute to catch his breath, Eli sat there for a moment. Looking around the ground for his cigar, to be more precise. And then a realization hit him. He had swallowed the damn thing! Looking up at the other boy, he drew himself up before dignifying a response. ""Crikey boy, watch where you're going!"" And with that, not even waiting for an apology, Eli strided out the doors, past the old woman who gave him a disapproving stare and out the front, to catch the metro back to his apartment, and more specifically, to his garage."
5797,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=250,2014-11-29T18:13:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Johannes Sundberg</span></span></div><br/>Johan nodded to Eli, then turned and walked away, assuming that the two were talking about something important. Nah, he actually overheard the entire conversation and was wondering what those weird things the older boy was asking Kai to have.<br/>With a shrug, he walked away in nothing but the springsuit, in search of the person who seemed to be crying.<br/><br/>Eventually, with enough effort and time, Johan came upon Alexandria, curled up and weeping. The room in which she was hiding was dark. But Johan didn't have a problem navigating through it. Because he wasn't sure how the girl would react to his presence, he crouched down and approached her on all fours in his wetsuit. He reached out cautiously and touched her, a concerned look on his face, though he doubted that she could see him.<br/><br/>""Hey... Are you alright, Miss?"" he asked, bending his knees back slightly so that he was ready to move back in case she lashed out at him."
5798,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=250,2014-11-29T18:23:00,Legatia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22621098#p22621098"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Johannes Sundberg</span></span></div><br/>Johan nodded to Eli, then turned and walked away, assuming that the two were talking about something important. Nah, he actually overheard the entire conversation and was wondering what those weird things the older boy was asking Kai to have. <br/>With a shrug, he walked away in nothing but the springsuit, in search of the person who seemed to be crying. <br/><br/>Eventually, with enough effort and time, Johan came upon Alexandria, curled up and weeping. The room in which she was hiding was dark. But Johan didn't have a problem navigating through it. Because he wasn't sure how the girl would react to his presence, he crouched down and approached her on all fours in his wetsuit. He reached out cautiously and touched her, a concerned look on his face, though he doubted that she could see him.<br/><br/>""Hey... Are you alright, Miss?"" he asked, bending his knees back slightly so that he was ready to move back in case she lashed out at him.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Alexandria paused, sniffling, turning around. She couldn't see him very well in the dark, but the outline of his figure was obvious. She nodded, sniffing.<br/><br/>""Mhmm.. I-I'm alright.."" If Johannes looked close enough, though, she was a far cry from ""alright."" Her face, writhe in despair, was wet and red from crying, and she looked like hell. I mean, one of her friends had actually managed to make her cry, a thing she rarely ever did since she was a baby, even. She was distraught, and torn apart in her feelings.<br/><br/>""I just..w-want to be left alone.."" She managed, sniffing back additional tears, hanging her head."
5799,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=250,2014-11-29T18:28:00,Corrian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Isle of Lithonia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22615837#p22615837"">wrote</a>:</cite><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>TriStates <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22612212#p22612212"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Hey you all!"" began the Sergeant Major, speaking to the group in general. ""Got room for two more in the party?""</div></blockquote><br/>Jason was going to answer Callandra's questions, when two Seniors walked up. He recognized them as officers from Invictus, Saito and Jessica if he remembered correctly. ""Of course there's room. We're going to be partying at Paradox tonight with a few others, if you'll meet us there at 2000 sharp. Let's make this night worthwhile, before we head back to hell.<br/><br/>""But if you'll excuse us for now, we still need to drop off our luggage before we head to Paradox. We'll see you there!""<br/><br/>He turned to Callandra. ""Shall we be off?""<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Corrian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22612243#p22612243"">wrote</a>:</cite>""How about you? I would go with yes, but who knows. People are good at being surprising. Not your every day 14-year old gets wasted, so it wouldn't surprise me if not all people of your age drank, either"" She grinned. ""But hey, everyone's full of surprises. That's what makes us human"" She smiled again, enjoying acting like she was being all wise or something, when really she never thought of herself as specifically a wise person. ""Everyone always thought that based off of my appearance, I was going to be this adorable, sweet, innocent girl, because that is apparently the kind of vibe my appearance gives off. Now look at me"" She chuckled while gesturing around her, obviously referring to the place she now thought of as her true home over her secondary home with her parents.<br/><br/>Callandra was about to ask Jason if he wanted her phone number...</div></blockquote><br/>As he walked toward the Barracks, he resumed his conversation with his new wingman. ""Now, what did you ask me? Oh, you asked if I'd been drunk before. Or was it drinking? Either way, the answer is yes. Eureka gives us few methods of escaping reality, and most of the methods involve either drugs or alcohol. And since I'm not interested in getting high, I like to go and have a drink every once in a while. Its nice to be able to kick back and actually forget about the stress, even if its just for a moment. Besides, drinking is what brings people from all the leagues together, and helps us maintain a sort of camaraderie, even in the midst of us trying to kill each other on the battlefield.""<br/><br/>He mulled over what she had said about appearances (mainly hers, but I digress), thinking a bit before he spoke. ""I personally don't tend to judge people based on appearances alone. To make judgments on appearances is a quick way to get yourself killed here, I learned that quickly. But more than that, humans are much deeper than what is merely shown on the outside, although it is often difficult to really dig deep into their, well, inner-person."" <br/><br/>His tail began to sway and his ears twitched as he became more engrossed in his little speech. This subject was one where he spent a great deal of study and thinking time, and it was one of his passions. And he loved to talk to anyone who would listen about his thoughts on the matter. ""Personally, I operate on the premise that everyone has something they hide about themselves, and thus one can never fully <span style=""font-style: italic"">know</span> someone else. Plus, one can never truly be certain that they understand the motivations that another person has, although they tend to act according to their own patterns of behavior. So, I personally believe that humans act more-or-less predictably for more-or-less unknowable reasons. Also, the more secrets of a person's psyche you uncover, the more predictable they become for you. And that's how you get ahead in this world, and especially on the field of battle. As I've heard it said, 'If you know your enemies and know yourself, you can win a hundred battles without a single loss.'""<br/><br/>And he now realized that he had been rambling for quite a while, which was embarrassing to say the least. He scratched his neck as his tail drooped slightly. ""But now I'm rambling. Forgive me if this is dull to you, I just... I don't know. I guess these things are just really important to me. I mean, I know that it's one of the reasons I've survived thus far. So, I guess its something that I believe might help others out here. Or something like that."" <br/><br/>Now they were extremely close to the entrance of the barracks, and the Author felt as if this was pertinent information for his audience to know, for some reason.</div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/>""We shall"" Callandra smiled to Jason, as they set off towards their Barrack's to drop things off and started off on some random intelligent conversation. Her favorite type of conversations, especially when both sides came off as smart in these matters. If you were smart about things, it helped your chances in the world, and let you ""play the game"" better, so to speak. If you went into things wanting glory without a plan, how did you expect to go far? Revenge for the sake of revenge, friendship for the sake of friendship, and wanting glory without a plan, all things she considered a bad idea. Though she did have to say that those people did tend to help her out in the end...<br/><br/>""But reality is fun"" Callandra chuckled lightly, grinning. She did pretty much nod in agreement to everything that he said, though, because even her, who liked the reality quite a bit, got stressed from this stuff at times, and relaxing was nice anyway. Even if that relaxing was passing out drunk. ""Same here. There are other things I prefer over drugs and smoking. If we want to be the cliche teens screwing themselves over at parties, we don't have to go the full mile and add on drugs and smoking. Drinking will do just fine"" She grinned some more. For the most part, as mentioned, she mostly just agreed with what he said on this matter, not having a lot to add.<br/><br/>Callandra nodded. She had learned not to judge people by their appearance as well. Not so much because that was a good way to get your face punched in (though it probably was), but because peoples characters were more...complicated than that. Someone with glasses? That didn't automatically mean they were a science nerd, despite the cliches. They were likely to be much more complicated than that when you got down to the core of their being. This went for anyone. Like her, for example, having the appearance that made you think of someone with a cute, adorable personality, and was likely energetic in some way (Well, it doesn't honestly help that who I used for her appearance I think is exactly like that...), when while she came off as a completely different person off battlefield compared to the battlefield itself, she was nothing like that. At least, not all the time. If you wanted to play people properly, you couldn't go off of the cliches. You had to observe their real selves, and work from there.<br/><br/>So pretty much to everything he said here on this topic, she agreed with, liking this topic. ""Exactly. Everyone has their secrets. Even people who say that they're honest people have something they're hiding from you, I guarantee it. You can only be so honest because the truth can be painful. Or you don't want to tell people the truth"" She smiled briefly. ""Which is why it is good to be observant, so you can be prepared for these things"" She said. ""Of course, a lot of us have good masks, so to speak, so it is hard to judge them. But you can try, for your own benefit"" She said. Because like their topic they were just talking about was saying, she wasn't gonna tell him her own secrets. Everyone had secrets, and she was definitely one of them. Not many people knew about her darker side. Her side that was here almost solely for the glory. That friends were practically disposable to her if the situation fit in her benefit. That death meant little to her. Stuff like that. While she may give hints of this personality, she didn't tend to openly express it.<br/><br/>""Don't worry, it doesn't bother me. I like this topic, and agree with it 100%. I think living by everything you just said has helped me go a long way, honestly. It's helped me get to where I am today. Without using some of those things we talked about to my advantage, I'd probably not be here right now. Well, not in the same position, anyway. I mean, I'm a wingman now"" She chuckled lightly, smiling in amusement. She wasn't about ready to say how much she liked to use those things to her benefit...""Topic's like these are more fun than talking about, say, puppies"" She said, ""puppies are a boring topic""<br/><br/>Callandra remembered the route to the Barrack's quite well, so as they were getting close, she began smiling brightly and getting excited. It really was almost a new year. She was almost...home. It felt good. It warmed her up inside, knowing how close she was to home and yet another epic year with a hopeful lack of near death experiences this time around. Well, except the typical near death experience of nearly getting blown up. That got your adrenaline pumping, and was fun. Crashing and breaking your bones, getting yourself into critical condition? Not quite so much fun.<br/><br/>""We're almost home"" Callandra said with a happy sigh."
5800,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=250,2014-11-29T18:32:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Johannes Sundberg</span></span></div><br/>""You're lying..."" Johan frowned, moving closer. He already knew she was taller than he, and definitely older. Also that she was not alright. Her voice cracked as she assured him alone, so that proved it. He raised an eyebrow at her, claiming she wanted to be left alone. That was sort of funny, to him at least. He had never experienced being alone in his life.<br/><br/>""Huh?"" Johan took his hand away from her. ""So... You want me to leave you here, in the dark, crying over who-knows-what?"" he asked her, getting irritated, but didn't want to show it, since he was here solely to help however he could. ""My mom always tells me that if and when I'm feeling bad, I should talk to her about it. I should tell her my problems. That way, they don't get held up inside and make you kooky."" he explained, twirling his finger around his ear to emphasize."
5801,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=250,2014-11-29T18:50:00,Legatia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22621379#p22621379"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Johannes Sundberg</span></span></div><br/>""You're lying..."" Johan frowned, moving closer. He already knew she was taller than he, and definitely older. Also that she was not alright. Her voice cracked as she assured him alone, so that proved it. He raised an eyebrow at her, claiming she wanted to be left alone. That was sort of funny, to him at least. He had never experienced being alone in his life. <br/><br/>""Huh?"" Johan took his hand away from her. ""So... You want me to leave you here, in the dark, crying over who-knows-what?"" he asked her, getting irritated, but didn't want to show it, since he was here solely to help however he could. ""My mom always tells me that if and when I'm feeling bad, I should talk to her about it. I should tell her my problems. That way, they don't get held up inside and make you kooky."" he explained, twirling his finger around his ear to emphasize.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Alexandria nodded. She was still too brash to let all her feelings out, so she nodded. The fox boy wouldn't likely leave until he got something out of her, so she obliged.<br/><br/>""W-well, I had a disagreement with a friend. H-he got really mad at me, and I didn't mean to make him mad.. I'm p-pretty sure he h-hates me now.."" She sighs. She wasn't lying, but that story was watered down to very little detail. Her voice was very unsteady and wavering, obviously still distressed.<br/><br/>She simply nodded, tucking a strand of her hair behind her ear."
5802,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=250,2014-11-29T18:55:00,The GAmeTopians,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Jordslag <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22620819#p22620819"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The GAmeTopians <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22620228#p22620228"">wrote</a>:</cite>Carolin refused to give up. She ran up to him once again, saying,<br/>""You did not lose Alexandria Jamie! Did you not see her when you left? She started crying and rushed away. Is that what you want? Everyone here wants to help you. Why don't you just <span style=""font-weight: bold"">take off that mask?</span></div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Valston </span><br/>At that moment, Jamie laughed. Not out out of pain, like earlier, or a forced laugh like so many times before, to please people. This was an actual, genuine, laugh of joy. Before she could react, he squeezed her into a hug. ""So you could see through it. I see. I've been masking how I truly felt my whole life, so I'm quite good at it. But,"" He whispered into her ear. ""What are YOU masking, Carolin? What are your true emotions?"" He hugged her tighter. ""And to answer your question, I did. I saw her. It broke my heart. It's why I walked away. I don't want to make her sad or angry anymore.""</div></blockquote><br/>""To be honest,"" Carolin almost whispered, close to his ear. ""Sometimes I just want to slap people. They think that they're so smart, when I know I'm smarter. But then I remember that I have no friends, and I force myself to be nice."""
5803,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=250,2014-11-29T19:03:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Johannes Sundberg</span></span></div><br/>Johan listened intently to the girl's explanation, finally realizing. She got into a fight with one of her friends. Squatting, he leaned forward and smiled at her, even though she couldn't see him.<br/><br/>""Aw, you can't tell that for sure!"" he chuckled sweetly, ""I get into fights with my friends all the time, and all we need to do is talk about it, apologize, and make up!"" By saying that, he sounded confident, but really wasn't. His father had already told him that teenage life was complicated. Nothing like the way Johan had lived his own life in Uppsala. People outside their city actually had bigger problems than war from the outside.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Maybe I should hug her?..</span>thought Johan for a moment, wondering what good that would do the poor girl. She sounded terrible and would probably need a good long rest after this. He held his hand out again and smiled comfortingly.<br/>""Come on, it's dark in here. There might be rats."" he told her, ""Let's talk outside, please."""
5804,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=250,2014-11-29T19:14:00,New Jordslag,"<blockquote><div><cite>The GAmeTopians <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22621659#p22621659"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Jordslag <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22620819#p22620819"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Valston </span><br/>At that moment, Jamie laughed. Not out out of pain, like earlier, or a forced laugh like so many times before, to please people. This was an actual, genuine, laugh of joy. Before she could react, he squeezed her into a hug. ""So you could see through it. I see. I've been masking how I truly felt my whole life, so I'm quite good at it. But,"" He whispered into her ear. ""What are YOU masking, Carolin? What are your true emotions?"" He hugged her tighter. ""And to answer your question, I did. I saw her. It broke my heart. It's why I walked away. I don't want to make her sad or angry anymore.""</div></blockquote><br/>""To be honest,"" Carolin almost whispered, close to his ear. ""Sometimes I just want to slap people. They think that they're so smart, when I know I'm smarter. But then I remember that I have no friends, and I force myself to be nice.""</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Valston City</span><br/>Jamie sighed in joy. ""You really shouldn't try so hard, Carolin."" He said. ""You should find a Friend who suits you, and stick with them. Don't be nice to people who make you angry enough to slap them. I'm glad Alexandria slapped me. It made me realize something: you can't make everybody happy. So you have to stick with a select few."" He let go of his embrace of her, but then squeezed one of her hands. He smiled, and his eyes twinkled with joy. ""I have nobody, Carolin. Nobody but my friends here. I want to count you among my friends, but,"" His smile dropped into a blank face and his eyes stopped twinkling. They gazed straight into hers in one of the most serious gazes he had ever given. ""That's up to you.""<br/><br/>""I'm glad I met you Carolin. It gave me a purpose. A goal. My goal is to protect you from harm. So don't die. Carolin."" He smiled again, picked up his stuff, and continued heading back to his Dorm."
5805,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=250,2014-11-29T19:15:00,Legatia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22621742#p22621742"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Johannes Sundberg</span></span></div><br/>Johan listened intently to the girl's explanation, finally realizing. She got into a fight with one of her friends. Squatting, he leaned forward and smiled at her, even though she couldn't see him.<br/><br/>""Aw, you can't tell that for sure!"" he chuckled sweetly, ""I get into fights with my friends all the time, and all we need to do is talk about it, apologize, and make up!"" By saying that, he sounded confident, but really wasn't. His father had already told him that teenage life was complicated. Nothing like the way Johan had lived his own life in Uppsala. People outside their city actually had bigger problems than war from the outside.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Maybe I should hug her?..</span> thought Johan for a moment, wondering what good that would do the poor girl. She sounded terrible and would probably need a good long rest after this. He held his hand out again and smiled comfortingly.<br/>""Come on, it's dark in here. There might be rats."" he told her, ""Let's talk outside, please.""</div></blockquote><br/>Alexandria sighed.<br/><br/>""I'm pretty sure he's pretty mad at me, whoever-you-are..He's a loner, I think I hurt his feelings, and I'm really mad that I did."" She sighs.<br/><br/>She forced herself up, rejecting his hand.<br/><br/>""F-fine, I'll go there with you."" She sighed, getting up, and walking to the door. She nodded, pushing the door open and holding it. Though Johan was being incredibly nice to her, she still hadn't gotten her spirit back. Jamie had totally destroyed her, and she still hadn't gotten over that."
5806,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=250,2014-11-29T19:21:00,The GAmeTopians,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Jordslag <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22621870#p22621870"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The GAmeTopians <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22621659#p22621659"">wrote</a>:</cite>""To be honest,"" Carolin almost whispered, close to his ear. ""Sometimes I just want to slap people. They think that they're so smart, when I know I'm smarter. But then I remember that I have no friends, and I force myself to be nice.""</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Valston City</span><br/>Jamie sighed in joy. ""You really shouldn't try so hard, Carolin."" He said. ""You should find a Friend who suits you, and stick with them. Don't be nice to people who make you angry enough to slap them. I'm glad Alexandria slapped me. It made me realize something: you can't make everybody happy. So you have to stick with a select few."" He let go of his embrace of her, but then squeezed one of her hands. He smiled, and his eyes twinkled with joy. ""I have nobody, Carolin. Nobody but my friends here. I want to count you among my friends, but,"" His smile dropped into a blank face and his eyes stopped twinkling. They gazed straight into hers in one of the most serious gazes he had ever given. ""That's up to you.""<br/><br/>""I'm glad I met you Carolin. It gave me a purpose. A goal. My goal is to protect you from harm. So don't die. Carolin."" He smiled again, picked up his stuff, and continued heading back to his Dorm.</div></blockquote><br/>She ran to catch up with him and walked at his pace.<br/>""I might as well walk back with you."" She smiled.<br/>But as she walked, she misstepped and tripped, falling towards the ground."
5807,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=250,2014-11-29T19:27:00,New Jordslag,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Valston City</span><br/>Jamie saw her trip out of the Corner of his eye, so he dropped his belongings, and caught her in the air. His eyes were closed, but he felt something warm and soft on his lips. Wait, what? He opened his eyes, only to discover to his horror that his lips were touching Carolin's, and she was staring back in just as much shock. Totally flustered, he set her down slowly and steadily. ""Er.. Um.. Uh.."" He said, too flustered to say anything. Finally, his brain found the words. ""Ah, I'm so sorry! I was just trying to save you from falling!"" His head was bowed down, as if he expected her to hit him."
5808,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=275,2014-11-29T19:28:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Johannes Sundberg</span></span></div><br/>""O-Oh.."" Johan wrinkled his nose and shook his head. He didn't understand her situation, after all. Though she didn't have to treat him like dirt. A lot of people had been doing that lately. Stepping over him and pushing him about. Was it because he was shorter than everyone else? Johan sniffled, realizing his own problems.<br/><br/>He walked through the darkness as easily as he did, and froze as the girl held the door open. It took a moment for his eyes to adjust to the light. Now she'd be able to make him out better. As he walked out, she would notice that he was no longer smiling. In fact, he had more than a frown on his face. All this crying and acting nasty with him everywhere was making him<span style=""font-style: italic"">upset</span>. With a gulp, he forced down his negative feelings and forced a smile, though there were tears in his eyes.<br/><br/>""Even if he's a loner, maybe you could talk to him... Tell him what he did wrong. There's no reason for him not to know. If he continues to be difficult, then I don't know what to do from there. I'm just a kid, after all."""
5809,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=275,2014-11-29T19:36:00,Arana,"Kai watched as Eli left. He seemed... unusual. But, he was Kai's ticket into the marines, his ticket into Leviathan, and his ticket to generally moving up in the ranks. Besides he seemed to like him. It couldn't hurt to try to befriend a superior.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""color: #0040FF"">I don't like him.</span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Nobody asked you.</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""color: #0040FF"">Screw you Kai.</span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""color: #00BFFF"">Don't talk to him like that.</span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""color: #0040FF"">Yeah Kai, don't talk to me like that.</span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""color: #0080FF"">She meant you, dumb ass.</span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Can we not do this now? I just wanna swim until he comes to pick me up.</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""color: #00BFFF"">Then swim. And invite that friend of yours back.</span></span><br/><br/>Kai nodded and sniffed the air, able to smell wet dog (or rather, fox) in the distance. Running after it, he eventually found Johannes, talking to another girl.<br/><br/>""Hey. Wanna swim some more? Makuahine will make sure none of them mess with you."""
5810,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=275,2014-11-29T19:39:00,Legatia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22622020#p22622020"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Johannes Sundberg</span></span></div><br/>""O-Oh.."" Johan wrinkled his nose and shook his head. He didn't understand her situation, after all. Though she didn't have to treat him like dirt. A lot of people had been doing that lately. Stepping over him and pushing him about. Was it because he was shorter than everyone else? Johan sniffled, realizing his own problems.<br/><br/>He walked through the darkness as easily as he did, and froze as the girl held the door open. It took a moment for his eyes to adjust to the light. Now she'd be able to make him out better. As he walked out, she would notice that he was no longer smiling. In fact, he had more than a frown on his face. All this crying and acting nasty with him everywhere was making him <span style=""font-style: italic"">upset</span>. With a gulp, he forced down his negative feelings and forced a smile, though there were tears in his eyes. <br/><br/>""Even if he's a loner, maybe you could talk to him... Tell him what he did wrong. There's no reason for him not to know. If he continues to be difficult, then I don't know what to do from there. I'm just a kid, after all.""</div></blockquote><br/>""That's the thing.."" Alexandria sighed. ""He's not the one who did anything. I was. I hurt his feelings, and he really embarrassed me so I hit him and.. and..""<br/><br/>The thought of it brought her to tears. She'd already lost one of the few friends she had, over something really stupid.. She felt worthless.<br/><br/>""You're k-kinda nice, you know."" Alexandria noted. ""Taking your time to talk to this waste of air.."" She sniffled, smiling. ""Thanks for that. I-I really mean it, thanks.."""
5811,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=275,2014-11-29T19:42:00,The GAmeTopians,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Jordslag <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22622010#p22622010"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Valston City</span><br/>Jamie saw her trip out of the Corner of his eye, so he dropped his belongings, and caught her in the air. His eyes were closed, but he felt something warm and soft on his lips. Wait, what? He opened his eyes, only to discover to his horror that his lips were touching Carolin's, and she was staring back in just as much shock. Totally flustered, he set her down slowly and steadily. ""Er.. Um.. Uh.."" He said, too flustered to say anything. Finally, his brain found the words. ""Ah, I'm so sorry! I was just trying to save you from falling!"" His head was bowed down, as if he expected her to hit him.</div></blockquote><br/>As she soared towards the ground her eyes closed, preparing for pain. But it never came. Instead, something warm and soft came upon her lips.<br/>""Huh- Mmmm..."" Her eyes opened, and they widened, to see Jamie's shocked face liplocked with hers. As he set her down and apologized, she thought<span style=""font-style: italic"">That was a mighty good kiss</span>. She jumped him, cutting off his apology with another kiss.<br/>""You have nothing to be sorry for,"" She said."
5812,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=275,2014-11-29T19:53:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Johannes Sundberg</span></span></div><br/>Frustrated that he'd made another wrong assumption, Johan wiped his face with the back of his hand, and as he pulled it away, he bit his own wrist to keep from growling. Once he felt a bit better, he took a deep breath and sighed deeply.<br/>""Waste of air?.."" he mumbled, his voice no longer as loud as before. He wasn't sure of what to say about that, but he only nodded to acknowledge her thanks. ""Y-You're welcome.."" he wiped his face again.<br/><br/>Then he noticed Kai coming up from his side. He'd smelled him and head heard him approaching. Apparently he and that officer were done speaking. He didn't want for other guys to see him crying, so he hurriedly turned away, sniffling.<br/>""I guess... I mean, I dressed for it. It'd be a waste of time if I didn't go for a swim, anyway."" he told Kai, avoiding eye contact."
5813,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=275,2014-11-29T19:54:00,The Orson Empire,"Thad decided to walk to Valston City,and more specifically, Paradox Cafe. He absolutely loved this place, and he had been going to it whenever he had free time ever since he first arrived at the island last year. He even had alcohol for the first time there, which he very much enjoyed. Thad had decided that he was going to enjoy himself, especially since it would likely be his last free day before duty called. Once Thad had made it to Paradox, he sat down at one of the tabled and ordered a sandwich and a beer. After his food arrived, Thad quickly wolfed down the sandwich, but went slow on the beer, as he wanted to savor every last bit of it."
5814,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=275,2014-11-29T19:57:00,New Jordslag,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Valston City</span><br/>'<span style=""font-style: italic"">These lips... So warm... So full...</span>' Was the first thing that occurred to Jamie when she kissed him again, this time on purpose. Then he hugged her tight. ""Carolin,"" He said. ""Stop hiding behind your mask. What are your true emotions? What do you really think of me?"" While he said this, a thought occurred to Jamie that he hadn't thought of ever before: '<span style=""font-style: italic"">What am I to her? Are we Classmates? Are we Friends? Or... Are we something more? Why is she kissing me on purpose?</span>' Jamie then cried tears of joy. ""Don't hide from me, Carolin."""
5815,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=275,2014-11-29T19:58:00,Arana,"Kai smiled, and looked down at the girl he was with.<br/><br/>""You should come too. It'll be fun, and there's time to kill. Apparently there's this party later, and that officer is coming later to pick me up, so might as well. Either of you going to that?"""
5816,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=275,2014-11-29T20:07:00,Legatia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Arana <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22622345#p22622345"">wrote</a>:</cite>Kai smiled, and looked down at the girl he was with.<br/><br/>""You should come too. It'll be fun, and there's time to kill. Apparently there's this party later, and that officer is coming later to pick me up, so might as well. Either of you going to that?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""P-party?"" She shook her head. ""N-no, I wasn't invited to that. But I, um, can't swim really, because my clothes is in my bag, and that is on campus.. heh.."" She sighed. She really wanted to go back to the dorms right now, but the hospitality of others would be too rude to disregard. She already knew she wasn't likely going to the party- she hated huge crowds, and parties were<span style=""font-style: italic"">obnoxious</span>huge crowds."
5817,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=275,2014-11-29T20:10:00,Arana,"""Well you can always try and find a suit somewhere. Or, you could feed the animals. They'd like that. Especially the sharks. The sharks would really like that. And I wasn't invited until a few minutes ago, so it's not really a big deal that you weren't. You should come. Can't see why they wouldn't let you."""
5818,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=275,2014-11-29T20:17:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Johannes Sundberg</span></span></div><br/>""No... I'll probably hang out here until it's time to get to work."" he shrugged and said in answer to Kai's question. He wasn't invited either, so it'd be pointless. After this, he'd go out and just find a good place to spend the evening at if he wasn't going to this party. He could still smell the smell from the shark tank, and so walked past Kai in its direction. He really wasn't sure if he was getting in there again, not after what happened, but it didn't matter. He could just sit outside if inside wasn't his thing.<br/><br/>Some kid on the plane talked about some other Nature Reserve up North in Emerald Cove. Perhaps that would be the second best place to get a job, or if not, the best choice. He'd have to see first. Feeling better at the thought of meeting animals, Johan smiled to himself and continued on walking."
5819,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=275,2014-11-29T20:20:00,Legatia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Arana <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22622471#p22622471"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Well you can always try and find a suit somewhere. Or, you could feed the animals. They'd like that. Especially the sharks. The sharks would really like that. And I wasn't invited until a few minutes ago, so it's not really a big deal that you weren't. You should come. Can't see why they wouldn't let you.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Where would I find a swimsuit?"" She asked. ""I don't have my money on me at the moment, so I, uh.."" She sighed. ""Do you, um, have any swimsuits I could use?"" She asked, quietly. ""And about the party.. no, I don't think I'm gonna go. I want to settle in tonight. I'm not in the partying mood, either.."""
5820,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=275,2014-11-29T20:27:00,Arana,"Kai grinned and fished some money out of his pocket. It was a bit damp, but thanks to a waterproof wallet, it was mostly dry.<br/><br/>""Here... it's not all that much, but it should be enough. There's a store by the shark tanks with suits, food, anything. Just go get one and meet me and Johan back there.""<br/><br/>With that, he bolted back towards the shark tanks, running faster than was possible for a normal human. When he got back to the shark tank, he climbed up to the top and then dove inside, his fins coming out as soon as he was submerged.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""color: #00BFFF"">Is he coming?</span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Yeah. And maybe a girl too.</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""color: #00BFFF"">Good. You need friends. Maybe a girlfriend.</span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Makuahine!</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""color: #0040FF"">Can we eat them?</span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""color: #00BFFF"">No. And Kai, watch your mouth.</span></span><br/><br/>Groaning, Kai circled around the tank, waiting for the two others to arrive."
5821,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=275,2014-11-29T20:36:00,The Templar High Council,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Great Korean Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22620886#p22620886"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Templar High Council <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22614939#p22614939"">wrote</a>:</cite>Aiden got the text after his promotion, still smiling in the ranks of Defion. He quickly searched out Lee, the other Defion junior he knew well, and pulled him aside. ""Lee! Last Night! Wanna go drinkin'!? Oh, and I got promoted! General Flint to you, pal!""</div></blockquote><br/>""Damn! Well we all knew it was a matter of time!"" Lee said grinning. ""At this rate you'll be Commander-in-Chief soon! Anyways to celebrate all drinks will be on me tonight. Now's lets get moving""! He knew that he should probably wait for his uniform kit and Netset communications device, but he'd probably receive on his way out.</div></blockquote><br/>""On you? You're gonna regret those words, buddy! C'mon, Last Night with some other guys. Some place called<span style=""font-style: italic"">Paradox</span>. Hope they've got strong drink!"" Aiden wandered over to the parking lot near the airfield, where his<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://www.roadandtrack.com/cm/roadandtrack/images/dS/jeep_renegade_concept_-_image_001.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Jeep Renegade convertible</a>awaited him. ""Put your shit in the trunk. I'll drive, you buy!""<br/><br/>He hopped over the closed door into his seat, always the preferable way to enter a convertible, and stuck the keys in the ignition. But not turning it over until he had to. Gas is a bitch.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Speaking of, I need a new gig. Don't know where I'll be working this year...</span>"
5822,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=275,2014-11-29T20:37:00,Icrum,"<blockquote><div><cite>Brechalht <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22618310#p22618310"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Icrum <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22618092#p22618092"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I didn't know. Sorry."" Lizzy apologized. She then turned her face away and began to cry.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">I don't know what to do now. He hates Partials, and I'm a partial. I hate being a partial! What do I say know. 'Hey Aaron, I'm a partial. Hate me now.' What am I going to do? I could just keep hiding. Or I can just come out and say that I'm not a crazy partial.</span> Lizzy thought to herself. Then a little voice decided to chip in it's own idea.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Well, he hates partials, so he hates me. If he hates me, I can kill him without feeling guilty.</span> Lizzy thought.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">NO! I'm not one of those partials. I'll never do that.</span> Lizzy said as she brushed the idea out of her head. She then wiped her eyes and faced Aaron.<br/>""Sorry about crying. It's just that I didn't know they died that way. Your parents were really nice. I just hope that partials won't act like that again."" Lizzy said with tears coming out more and more.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Oh, holy- I knew I shouldn't have laid it all out there. Look now she is crying. And we were having a perfectly happy drive, and you go and ruin it with your sensitivity. But, she seems sorry, I mean- perhaps she is alright?</span><br/><br/>He forced a smile, and regained his composure. <br/>""Thank you, I am sorry to lay that on you.""<br/><br/>He reached over to her and gave her a hug. <br/>""Lizzy, I know it was terrible, but I have had to move on. It is alright, I am sorry. There is no problem with grieving, but we don't have to cry forever.""<br/>He gave her one last squeeze, leaned back, and smiled. <br/><br/>""We have a party tonight, and a wonderful experience ahead of us. And in the short term, I got to hold your hand.""<br/>He gave a smile and help up her hand that he was still holding.<br/><br/>""The future is bright, as is the moment. <br/>And speaking of that, where to? Any place in particular you would like to see?""</div></blockquote><br/>Lizzy wiped her tears away. She then looked a Aaron and smiled. She was happy that the man she loved was holding her hand. And she was happy that he was going to take her on a date. Well, not really, but it made Lizzy happy to think it was a date.<br/><br/>""Well, I don't know. Is there any place that sells sushi? I want some sushi."" Lizzy said rubbing her stomach. She wanted some good sushi. She hadn't had some good sushi in months.<br/>""And if there isn't a sushi place, we can just go to your place and hang for a bit. Or head to Last Night. I don't really mind what we do."" Lizzy said with happiness in her voice."
5823,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=275,2014-11-29T20:39:00,Legatia,"Alexandria offered a slight smile. ""Thanks..""<br/><br/>She walked into the aquarium and to the store, obtaining a one-piece swimsuit, a plain white one with red trim. She slipped it on, making sure it fit before she stepped before the shark tank.<br/><br/>""So, uh, I climb in...there?"" She asked, confused. ""With.. sharks?"" She looked, curiously. Though she knew that sharks didn't intentionally attack humans often, mainly mistaking them for other prey, she still was wary of swimming with something that could literally make her a fine red mist."
5824,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=275,2014-11-29T20:50:00,Arana,"Kai stuck his head out of the water and smiled. Swimming over to the edge, he held his arm out to help her up if necessary.<br/><br/>""You look good. And yep, that's pretty much it. Climb in, swim around, and try not to be scared. If one comes near you, don't panic, just relax, maybe pet their back lightly. They won't hurt you.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""color: #0040FF"">I might.</span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">I will eat you.</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""color: #0040FF"">Like you could. You're not even a real shark.</span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Fuck you.</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""color: #00BFFF"">The two of you stop it. And if you ever say that about Kai again, we'll both eat you.</span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Thank you Makuahine.</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""color: #0040FF"">Mama's boy.</span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">I HEARD THAT.</span><br/><br/>Before long, Kai was in a wrestling match with one of the sharks, as the others just circled around, watching closely."
5825,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=275,2014-11-29T20:57:00,Legatia,"Alexandria nodded, refusing his hand and hoisting herself up to the tank. She looked down to the sharks circling, and dipped her foot in. She tried not to be afraid, but she was really nervous, nevertheless.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Okay;</span>she thought.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Here goes nothing..</span><br/><br/>She let go of the side and slid into the water,her hair trailing behind her as she did. She closed her eyes, treading water easily, like she'd done a million times. It wasn't until then she noticed Kai wrestling another shark, and she tried to distance herself from the fight as much as she could, treading the water.<br/><br/>This felt... nice. She'd always felt a bit more at peace when she was in water, forgetting for a moment her troubles, just closing her eyes and relaxing."
5826,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=275,2014-11-29T21:00:00,Brechalht,ignore
5827,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=275,2014-11-29T21:53:00,The Great Korean Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Templar High Council <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22622849#p22622849"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Great Korean Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22620886#p22620886"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Damn! Well we all knew it was a matter of time!"" Lee said grinning. ""At this rate you'll be Commander-in-Chief soon! Anyways to celebrate all drinks will be on me tonight. Now's lets get moving""! He knew that he should probably wait for his uniform kit and Netset communications device, but he'd probably receive on his way out.</div></blockquote><br/>""On you? You're gonna regret those words, buddy! C'mon, Last Night with some other guys. Some place called <span style=""font-style: italic"">Paradox</span>. Hope they've got strong drink!"" Aiden wandered over to the parking lot near the airfield, where his <a class=""postlink"" href=""http://www.roadandtrack.com/cm/roadandtrack/images/dS/jeep_renegade_concept_-_image_001.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Jeep Renegade convertible</a> awaited him. ""Put your shit in the trunk. I'll drive, you buy!""<br/><br/>He hopped over the closed door into his seat, always the preferable way to enter a convertible, and stuck the keys in the ignition. But not turning it over until he had to. Gas is a bitch. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Speaking of, I need a new gig. Don't know where I'll be working this year...</span></div></blockquote><br/><br/>Lee tossed his stuff into the trunk of Aiden's jeep renegade convertible before slamming into close and hopping over the closed door into his own seat, shotgun. ""Now step on it""!"
5828,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=275,2014-11-29T22:10:00,Icrum,"<blockquote><div><cite>Brechalht <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22623169#p22623169"">wrote</a>:</cite>He started the engine and began driving. <br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Icrum <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22622872#p22622872"">wrote</a>:</cite>Lizzy wiped her tears away. She then looked a Aaron and smiled. She was happy that the man she loved was holding her hand. And she was happy that he was going to take her on a date. Well, not really, but it made Lizzy happy to think it was a date.<br/><br/>""Well, I don't know. Is there any place that sells sushi? I want some sushi."" Lizzy said rubbing her stomach. She wanted some good sushi. She hadn't had some good sushi in months.<br/>""And if there isn't a sushi place, we can just go to your place and hang for a bit. Or head to Last Night. I don't really mind what we do."" Lizzy said with happiness in her voice.</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/>""Sushi? Yes, that can be done. Easily.""<br/>He turned off the road into Emerald Bay, where the fisheries provided sushi parlors with the freshest fish. <br/>""The only issue is time, 2100 is a tad too close to enjoy the sushi and head to my flat. Here is some takeout though. I promise it is just as good.""<br/><br/>After entering into the establishment for a moment, he put a package of sushi into the back of the car, and hopped over the door into the front seat. <br/><br/>""Here we are, perhaps some of the best on the island. Now, to eat! How about at my place? No eating in my car, and I would suggest the beach, but the water is a bit rough today.""<br/><br/>He wove his way through the quaint beachfront streets, and headed slightly uphill to an apartment complex- <span style=""font-style: italic"">The Nest</span>.<br/>""It was started by some Aer Vis graduates, about a decade ago."" He explained.<br/><br/>After parking the car and taking the elevator to the top floor, they arrived at Ashcroft's flat.<br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://cdn.home-designing.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/Dramatic-Lighting-in-Two-Bedroom-Apartment.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">http://cdn.home-designing.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/Dramatic-Lighting-in-Two-Bedroom-Apartment.jpg</a></div></div></div><br/>""I kept the rent through the summer- my parents expected to use it to visit."" He explained simply.<br/><br/>""Not that that is a concern anymore, but neither is the money. Here settle in, let me open up the sushi.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Wow! I love the look of this place. Would it be to much of a hassle if I can live with you? If I stay with the rest of the Fresman I might go nuts."" Lizzy said chuckling. She then grabbed her sushi and began to eat it.<br/>""MM! I haven't had sushi this good in months!"" Lizzy said after she had one. The blend of Fish and Rice was delicious and well crafted. It made her wawnt to buy all the sushi that place had. But she didn't have much money with her, and she did need it.<br/>""Well anyway, we should head to Last Night if we want to be on time."" Lizzy said as she finished her sushi."
5829,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=275,2014-11-29T22:22:00,Brechalht,ignore
5830,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=275,2014-11-29T22:23:00,Perestroikavo,"Eli sat comfortably behind the wheel. The past hour had been spent clearing his baby of those nasty little spiders, and locating a nest, shouting a bit and getting the landlord to call pest control. But now, it was all right. Everything was all right in the world. The engine purred as he cruised down the highway at a brisk eighty-five kilometers per hour. When he had first arrived here, Eli was surprised by the rather high speed limits, especially in town limits, but he embraced it, and it led to some of the greatest driving of his life. As he drove by the academy, he noticed some ugly green car with a couple of people getting into it. It looked like a mash between a jeep and his own vehicle. Shrugging, he simply looked back at the road and turned up the radio, playing 80s showtunes specially imported from America. After the fourth tape, he arrived at the Aquarium, wearing his usual tracksuit and the likes. He honked a couple times, hoping that Kai was nearby, but all that did was draw the attention of the old woman. Dr. Erickson, he thought her nametag said. After a solid five minutes of waiting while Ms. Erickson complained loudly about him 'loitering', Eli disembarked the car, paid her for parking, and walked inside. To his horror, the rest of the freshmen, including Kai, were still swimming. Kai, wrestling with a particularly large shark. Shuddering at the thought of being in the same water as those behomoths, Eli called out. ""Bloody hells bells! We're going to be late to Last Night. Get decent, quickly, for god's sake! And you aren't wearing those wet clothes in my car! Worst case, you'll have to wear one of the spare tracksuits I have in the trunk! Now put a move on it young lad!"""
5831,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=275,2014-11-29T22:36:00,The Templar High Council,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Great Korean Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22623971#p22623971"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Templar High Council <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22622849#p22622849"">wrote</a>:</cite>""On you? You're gonna regret those words, buddy! C'mon, Last Night with some other guys. Some place called <span style=""font-style: italic"">Paradox</span>. Hope they've got strong drink!"" Aiden wandered over to the parking lot near the airfield, where his <a class=""postlink"" href=""http://www.roadandtrack.com/cm/roadandtrack/images/dS/jeep_renegade_concept_-_image_001.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Jeep Renegade convertible</a> awaited him. ""Put your shit in the trunk. I'll drive, you buy!""<br/><br/>He hopped over the closed door into his seat, always the preferable way to enter a convertible, and stuck the keys in the ignition. But not turning it over until he had to. Gas is a bitch. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Speaking of, I need a new gig. Don't know where I'll be working this year...</span></div></blockquote><br/>Lee tossed his stuff into the trunk of Aiden's jeep renegade convertible before slamming into close and hopping over the closed door into his own seat, shotgun. ""Now step on it""!</div></blockquote><br/>Aiden did as requested, immediately putting the tires to work as the Jeep spun it's wheels and shot onto the road. The first<a class=""postlink"" href=""https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uHZJej98_T0"" rel=""nofollow"">song</a>to come on, Aiden sang along to as they tore down the road towards downtown and<span style=""font-style: italic"">Paradox</span>. This ride will conclude tomorrow."
5832,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=275,2014-11-29T22:40:00,Arana,"<span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""color: #0040FF"">I'm winning!</span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">No you're not, I am!</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""color: #0080FF"">Kai is.</span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""color: #0040FF"">Fuck you!</span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""color: #00BFFF"">Knock it off, both of you. You're acting like children.</span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Makuahine, he started it!</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""color: #00BFFF"">Quiet. The human is back.</span></span><br/><br/>Kai delivered one final punch to the shark's stomach before swimming up to the surface and sticking his head out.<br/><br/>""Err... sorry sir. Just a minute. I have a change of clothes in my bag.""<br/><br/>Hurriedly, he climbed out, leaving his two friends to do whatever they wanted. After finding a restroom, he came back out dressed in a dry shirt, dry shorts, and a new pair of sandals, as well as a pair of sunglasses.<br/><br/>""Alright, ready to go."""
5833,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=300,2014-11-29T22:46:00,Perestroikavo,"Eli put his face in his hands and sighed. This is exactly what he was afraid of. Looking up at the other two and giving them a cursory glance over, he assumed that Kai meant the other two students no harm, but he had to make sure. As he left the tank, the other two did as well, out of what Eli assumed was fear. ""Now hurry up if you're coming, because I'm leaving in five minutes!"" Pulling another cigar from the humidor that fit into his trenchcoat pocket, he jammed it into his mouth and lit up, puffing, waiting for the freshmen to come. He noticed the smoke gathering at the top of the tank, and hoped that provided extra motivation to get down as fast as humanly, or rather, inhumanly possible. Much to his surprise, the boy had already changed out of his wet clothes and was in typical spring break clothes, behind him. Eli literally picked Kai up and ran to the car, tossing Kai into shotgun, rushing to the driver's seat and going through the startup process. Driving as fast as he dared out of the parking lot, they finally hit open highway, and Eli blared the radio. (<a class=""postlink"" href=""https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UxVdjw0Gm8I&amp;list=PL5C75B5C91C0A4DFC"" rel=""nofollow"">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UxVdjw0 ... C91C0A4DFC</a>)"
5834,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=300,2014-11-29T22:56:00,Icrum,"<blockquote><div><cite>Brechalht <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22624363#p22624363"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Icrum <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22624187#p22624187"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Wow! I love the look of this place. Would it be to much of a hassle if I can live with you? If I stay with the rest of the Fresman I might go nuts."" Lizzy said chuckling. She then grabbed her sushi and began to eat it.<br/>""MM! I haven't had sushi this good in months!"" Lizzy said after she had one. The blend of Fish and Rice was delicious and well crafted. It made her wawnt to buy all the sushi that place had. But she didn't have much money with her, and she did need it.<br/>""Well anyway, we should head to Last Night if we want to be on time."" Lizzy said as she finished her sushi.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>He came back to the table with two cups of tea.<br/>""Live here? I- I suppose that would not be a problem.""<br/><br/>His mind jumped to the days they had spent at the Ashcroft Compound in London those years ago, and came to his decision. <br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">It would be wonderful to have her here. It is the least I can do for her father, after all these years. And- I think I might enjoy having her around.</span><br/><br/>""The second bedroom is open, I am sure it can fit your belongings. And don't worry about the rent or anything.""<br/><br/>He smiled and sat down to the sushi. <br/>""This is good, I told you. Would you like some tea? We have just a little while before we should head to the Paradox.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Okay, I'll put my stuff away."" Lizzy said when she heard that she could stay She squealed a little on the inside when she walked into her room.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">I get to live with the man I love! Yes! Looks like today wasn't that bad after all.</span>Lizzy though happily. She then realized one problem.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Crap, now I have to hide even better. I can't sleep with a hat on. Maybe I'll go to bed after him. That'll work.</span>Lizzy planned as she set her bags down. Lizzy then walked back in when Aaron offered to make tea.<br/><br/>""I don't like tea that much. So no please. But since we have time, wanna play a game?"" Lizzy asked as she sat back down."
5835,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=300,2014-11-29T23:09:00,Isle of Lithonia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Corrian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22621325#p22621325"">wrote</a>:</cite>*snippy*</div></blockquote><br/>Jason smiled at Cal, his posture becoming more relaxed. ""Well then, you wouldn't mind if we continue to have such conversations in the future? I have found few persons that would actually<span style=""font-style: italic"">want</span>to talk about such topics with me, much less actually enjoy them. But I find that when there are two persons who willingly bounce ideas off of one another, both grow in their abilities to handle this world.""<br/><br/>He stopped just outside of the Barracks main doors. ""I think you'll like Valerie. She's definitely the intelligent type, and I'm sure you two would find many topics of mutual interest.""<br/><br/>He opened the door for Cal. ""Anyway, meet me in the parking lot when you're done dropping off your stuff.""<br/><br/>He gave her some directions to where<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://pictures.topspeed.com/IMG/crop/200810/2009-lamborghini-estoque_600x0w.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">his old-school sports car</a>was parked (thank goodness for rich, and generous parents, 'cause there was no way he could've afforded it on his own), and then headed to his room. He placed his luggage down near his bed, and headed out to the parking lot.<br/><br/>Thankfully, nobody had messed with his car, and she was still in beautiful condition. He opened the passenger door for Callandra, and then got into his own seat. Gently, ever so gently, he turned his baby over, and she began to purr with delight. Slowly, Jason eased her over, making certain not to push her too hard, and she glided along beneath him. It was like Heaven... okay, not really.<br/><br/>Anyway, after a short trip, and some small chit-chat between Jason and Callandra (since Jason didn't like talking too much when he was driving his baby), they came to a stop outside of Paradox.<br/><br/>Jason exited the car, and headed inside the café. Instantly, he was greeted by a chorus of maids, all proclaiming with eager voices, ""Good evening, Master.""<br/><br/>Jason's tail twitched, his ears perking up just a bit from the sexy outfits, and the hellishly tempting scent of their perfume mixing with the food...<br/><br/>And he managed to keep himself composed, and give a cool, and gentlemanly, ""And good evening to you ladies as well.""<br/><br/>Damn, he was good (in his own mind). Seeing the Invictus officers from earlier, he gave them a mock salute and headed to their table. He pulled out a chair for Cal, and then found his own. Calling to a nearby maid, he proclaimed, ""Could you get us a round of drinks. The best beer you've got, if you would please. I'll be buying all the drinks for those who sit in our group for tonight, so place it on my tab."" He gave her a wink at the last, and she obliged by heading into the kitchen and grabbing several mugs of beer.<br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">I guess I'll just have to tighten my belt for a little while after this. But it's definitely worth it.</span>"
5836,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=300,2014-11-29T23:24:00,Arana,"Kai was a bit surprised to find himself suddenly being carried, then literally thrown into the passenger seat of the car. Before long, he found himself racing down the highway at speeds he didn't even know cars were able to drive at. Not really able to focus on the music, he looked over at Eli.<br/><br/>""So... what is 'Last Night'? Other than some kind of party, obviously."""
5837,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=300,2014-11-29T23:30:00,Brechalht,ignore
5838,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=300,2014-11-29T23:35:00,Perestroikavo,"<blockquote><div><cite>Arana <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22624949#p22624949"">wrote</a>:</cite>Kai was a bit surprised to find himself suddenly being carried, then literally thrown into the passenger seat of the car. Before long, he found himself racing down the highway at speeds he didn't even know cars were able to drive at. Not really able to focus on the music, he looked over at Eli.<br/><br/>""So... what is 'Last Night'? Other than some kind of party, obviously.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Eli glanced over at his passenger, cigar halfway burnt down, smoke billowing from the tip. ""It's when all the blokes from higher classes than freshmen get together to celebrate the last night of freedom, before the academy owns you!"" Eli smiled, and before the younger classman could react, took out his cigar, and stuffed it in Kai's mouth. (The end that was supposed to go in, that is.) As he watched the boy take an involuntary drag, he laughed. ""Now your a real man, laddie! Hey, look in the back and make sure there are four boxes there! And don't ask what's inside of 'em. You don't want to know!"" Suddenly, they pulled into the lot of Paradox. Eli snatched the cigar back, took one last puff, dropped it on the parking lot, and ground it out with his heel. ""Sit down at table three. I got it reserved earlier."" Walking down the alley a bit, Eli talked to a man at the rear with a suit, who gave a nod, handed him four hundred USD, and gathered the crates out of the back of his car. Striding in the back entrance, he blushed at the girls in skimpy outfits bustling around, and tried to keep his head level. He walked through the back kitchen and took a seat at table three, right near the window. Kai was nowhere to be seen, but Eli figured that he was just on his way, as it had only taken about fourty five seconds for himself to get here."
5839,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=300,2014-11-29T23:41:00,Corrian,"""Not at all"" Callandra responded to Jason. ""I feel like such conversations make me a better, more educated person, and that certainly has its benefits"" She said, smiling warmly. Of course, said benefits she wouldn't fully elaborate on, and she saw no reason why anyone would pry that sort of information out of her, either. ""Like you said, it makes us better at handling the world"" She said.<br/><br/>Callandra nodded to both things that Jason said next. The one thing about Valerie, and how she was intelligent, and about meeting in the parking lot after she was done dropping her things off. ""Will do. And thank you"" She smiled, referring to the fact he had opened the door for her. He was proving to be quite the gentleman, something she hadn't fully expected from him, she had to admit.<br/><br/>After her and Jason temporarily parted ways while they dropped their things off at their respective dorms and got ready, she slipped into her room, throwing her stuff onto her bed. She smiled to herself, thinking about how the day had gone so far in more thorough detail now that she had a bit of time alone. The answer to that was quite well, but most of those details had already been ran through previously. She found it amazing how one little thing could change your day, and year, forever. Maybe even your entire life. Especially when that helped in your favor. One unimportant decision you made could lead to another, more important one. She thought that if she hadn't talked to Jason, he may have moved on, and forgot about her completely related to talking to her more thoroughly, wanting to move on from his awkward first interaction with her in line. And the awkwardness of that situation, if he did have the thought of asking her to be his wingman, he may have felt too uncomfortable to even ask her after their little encounter, even though she personally had absolutely no problems with it. But he, despite her cheeky smile when that did happen, didn't completely know that. But she ended up talking to him, partially to mess with him some more, partially not, and that led to her now having a group of people to party with tonight, AND she was now a wingman for one of the most important people at the Academy. Well, she thought that he was, anyway. This made her feel very satisfied with her decision to talk to him. Sometimes the smallest of things you did were the most beneficial to you in the long run, and she felt like this event was one of those times. She was beginning to think that she should think of the future related to these small events more often, because she could play the system with them and help herself out even further. Well, things might not always go how she imagined them in her head, but trying was more worthwhile than doing nothing at all, she figured.<br/><br/>Callandra, figuring she had a bit of free time to do some things, quickly unpacked some of her things. She grabbed one specific thing out of her bag and slipped it into her pocket, while throwing the rest of the stuff like clothes around into an organized state. Most of the stuff for now she just left in her bag, figuring that she could take care of it later. Or more like tomorrow, since she'd probably be wasted by the time she got back here...If she got back here tonight. Making things easier on herself if she did manage to make it back, she threw her stuff off the bed. She grabbed her cellphone, slipping that into another pocket of hers, brushed her hair real quick, and headed out.<br/><br/>While she may have been a bit slower than Jason, she wasn't all that late, and made it to his car in due time, finding it to be quite the beautiful looking car at that. He opened the passenger door for her, once again proving to be a gentleman, and she gave a smile and a thanks, then sat down into the passenger seat.<br/><br/>""This car is beautiful"" Callandra said, and as the engine ""roared"" into life, she smiled. She loved the sound of engines. That moment when your plane turned on was like music to her ears, and it lifted her up, making her all the more excited about her flying. That also rubbed off into cars like this that sounded amazing when they turned on, and she couldn't help but be impressed by it. ""Damn, that sounds sweet"" She said with a grin, and from then on all the way to Paradox, she didn't say much, zoning out to the sounds of the engine, and watching the scenery go by.<br/><br/>Callandra, after they stopped, followed Jason into the maid cafe, and she chuckled to herself when a bunch of the maids called him ""master"". He obviously was popular here, which, naturally, led to her thinking that he had some...side influence on some of the maids. Either that, or the people here were nicer to higher up people than she had remembered. Not saying anything herself, other than glancing her own eyes towards a couple of the more attractive of the maids, she followed Jason to where they were sitting. To which, of course in his gentlemanly way, he pulled out a chair for her.<br/><br/>""You are quite the gentleman"" Callandra smiled, her smile closer to a grin, sitting down on the offered chair and scooting herself in closer to the table. She listened to him order, and saw him wink at the made, and yet again, her thoughts went elsewhere, thinking there was really more background here than first meets the eye. Which led her to her question she couldn't help but ask, as out of line and out of the blue it was...<br/><br/>""I'm just gonna say it, and you can look at me as weird as you want to, but...Have you slept with half the maids here or something? They seem<span style=""font-style: italic"">very</span>friendly to you"" Callandra said, and despite how she worded the question, she couldn't help but smirk at her question she asked. She did like to mess with people, after all, and this was a great opportunity to do so from her silent observations. She also put an emphasis on the word ""very"" while she had spoken."
5840,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=300,2014-11-29T23:48:00,Arana,"Kai was taken off guard by the sudden appearance of a cigar in his mouth. After accidentally breathing it in, he started coughing and quickly moved it away from his mouth.<br/><br/>""God... these things are as bad as twenty cigarettes...""<br/><br/>Allowing Eli to take it back, he looked into the back of the car and counted the boxes. He didn't need to look inside them, a few sniffs was all it took. Two of them had more alcohol in them, the other some kind of drug... what kind wasn't important. When they got to their destination, he went inside and sat at the table he was told, although it had taken him a few minutes to find, what with the crowd and his unfamiliarity with the location.<br/><br/>""Sorry, hard to make it through the crowd. So, what now?"""
5841,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=300,2014-11-30T00:23:00,TriStates,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Lith and Cor""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Isle of Lithonia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22624822#p22624822"">wrote</a>:</cite>Jason smiled at Cal, his posture becoming more relaxed. ""Well then, you wouldn't mind if we continue to have such conversations in the future? I have found few persons that would actually <span style=""font-style: italic"">want</span> to talk about such topics with me, much less actually enjoy them. But I find that when there are two persons who willingly bounce ideas off of one another, both grow in their abilities to handle this world.""<br/><br/>He stopped just outside of the Barracks main doors. ""I think you'll like Valerie. She's definitely the intelligent type, and I'm sure you two would find many topics of mutual interest.""<br/><br/>He opened the door for Cal. ""Anyway, meet me in the parking lot when you're done dropping off your stuff.""<br/><br/>He gave her some directions to where <br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://pictures.topspeed.com/IMG/crop/200810/2009-lamborghini-estoque_600x0w.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">his old-school sports car</a> was parked (thank goodness for rich, and generous parents, 'cause there was no way he could've afforded it on his own), and then headed to his room. He placed his luggage down near his bed, and headed out to the parking lot.<br/><br/>Thankfully, nobody had messed with his car, and she was still in beautiful condition. He opened the passenger door for Callandra, and then got into his own seat. Gently, ever so gently, he turned his baby over, and she began to purr with delight. Slowly, Jason eased her over, making certain not to push her too hard, and she glided along beneath him. It was like Heaven... okay, not really.<br/><br/>Anyway, after a short trip, and some small chit-chat between Jason and Callandra (since Jason didn't like talking too much when he was driving his baby), they came to a stop outside of Paradox.<br/><br/>Jason exited the car, and headed inside the café. Instantly, he was greeted by a chorus of maids, all proclaiming with eager voices, ""Good evening, Master.""<br/><br/>Jason's tail twitched, his ears perking up just a bit from the sexy outfits, and the hellishly tempting scent of their perfume mixing with the food... <br/><br/>And he managed to keep himself composed, and give a cool, and gentlemanly, ""And good evening to you ladies as well.""<br/><br/>Damn, he was good (in his own mind). Seeing the Invictus officers from earlier, he gave them a mock salute and headed to their table. He pulled out a chair for Cal, and then found his own. Calling to a nearby maid, he proclaimed, ""Could you get us a round of drinks. The best beer you've got, if you would please. I'll be buying all the drinks for those who sit in our group for tonight, so place it on my tab."" He gave her a wink at the last, and she obliged by heading into the kitchen and grabbing several mugs of beer.<br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">I guess I'll just have to tighten my belt for a little while after this. But it's definitely worth it.</span></div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Corrian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22625078#p22625078"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Not at all"" Callandra responded to Jason. ""I feel like such conversations make me a better, more educated person, and that certainly has its benefits"" She said, smiling warmly. Of course, said benefits she wouldn't fully elaborate on, and she saw no reason why anyone would pry that sort of information out of her, either. ""Like you said, it makes us better at handling the world"" She said.<br/><br/>Callandra nodded to both things that Jason said next. The one thing about Valerie, and how she was intelligent, and about meeting in the parking lot after she was done dropping her things off. ""Will do. And thank you"" She smiled, referring to the fact he had opened the door for her. He was proving to be quite the gentleman, something she hadn't fully expected from him, she had to admit.<br/><br/>After her and Jason temporarily parted ways while they dropped their things off at their respective dorms and got ready, she slipped into her room, throwing her stuff onto her bed. She smiled to herself, thinking about how the day had gone so far in more thorough detail now that she had a bit of time alone. The answer to that was quite well, but most of those details had already been ran through previously. She found it amazing how one little thing could change your day, and year, forever. Maybe even your entire life. Especially when that helped in your favor. One unimportant decision you made could lead to another, more important one. She thought that if she hadn't talked to Jason, he may have moved on, and forgot about her completely related to talking to her more thoroughly, wanting to move on from his awkward first interaction with her in line. And the awkwardness of that situation, if he did have the thought of asking her to be his wingman, he may have felt too uncomfortable to even ask her after their little encounter, even though she personally had absolutely no problems with it. But he, despite her cheeky smile when that did happen, didn't completely know that. But she ended up talking to him, partially to mess with him some more, partially not, and that led to her now having a group of people to party with tonight, AND she was now a wingman for one of the most important people at the Academy. Well, she thought that he was, anyway. This made her feel very satisfied with her decision to talk to him. Sometimes the smallest of things you did were the most beneficial to you in the long run, and she felt like this event was one of those times. She was beginning to think that she should think of the future related to these small events more often, because she could play the system with them and help herself out even further. Well, things might not always go how she imagined them in her head, but trying was more worthwhile than doing nothing at all, she figured.<br/><br/>Callandra, figuring she had a bit of free time to do some things, quickly unpacked some of her things. She grabbed one specific thing out of her bag and slipped it into her pocket, while throwing the rest of the stuff like clothes around into an organized state. Most of the stuff for now she just left in her bag, figuring that she could take care of it later. Or more like tomorrow, since she'd probably be wasted by the time she got back here...If she got back here tonight. Making things easier on herself if she did manage to make it back, she threw her stuff off the bed. She grabbed her cellphone, slipping that into another pocket of hers, brushed her hair real quick, and headed out.<br/><br/>While she may have been a bit slower than Jason, she wasn't all that late, and made it to his car in due time, finding it to be quite the beautiful looking car at that. He opened the passenger door for her, once again proving to be a gentleman, and she gave a smile and a thanks, then sat down into the passenger seat. <br/><br/>""This car is beautiful"" Callandra said, and as the engine ""roared"" into life, she smiled. She loved the sound of engines. That moment when your plane turned on was like music to her ears, and it lifted her up, making her all the more excited about her flying. That also rubbed off into cars like this that sounded amazing when they turned on, and she couldn't help but be impressed by it. ""Damn, that sounds sweet"" She said with a grin, and from then on all the way to Paradox, she didn't say much, zoning out to the sounds of the engine, and watching the scenery go by.<br/><br/>Callandra, after they stopped, followed Jason into the maid cafe, and she chuckled to herself when a bunch of the maids called him ""master"". He obviously was popular here, which, naturally, led to her thinking that he had some...side influence on some of the maids. Either that, or the people here were nicer to higher up people than she had remembered. Not saying anything herself, other than glancing her own eyes towards a couple of the more attractive of the maids, she followed Jason to where they were sitting. To which, of course in his gentlemanly way, he pulled out a chair for her.<br/><br/>""You are quite the gentleman"" Callandra smiled, her smile closer to a grin, sitting down on the offered chair and scooting herself in closer to the table. She listened to him order, and saw him wink at the made, and yet again, her thoughts went elsewhere, thinking there was really more background here than first meets the eye. Which led her to her question she couldn't help but ask, as out of line and out of the blue it was...<br/><br/>""I'm just gonna say it, and you can look at me as weird as you want to, but...Have you slept with half the maids here or something? They seem <span style=""font-style: italic"">very</span> friendly to you"" Callandra said, and despite how she worded the question, she couldn't help but smirk at her question she asked. She did like to mess with people, after all, and this was a great opportunity to do so from her silent observations. She also put an emphasis on the word ""very"" while she had spoken.</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">One Sick Night</span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">20 minutes prior</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cast:</span>Colonel Saito ""White Knight"" Tsukuda & Sergeant Major Jessica ""Oddball"" O'Flattery<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Scene:</span>Navarone Training Center, Eureka Express Navarone Station<br/><br/>""I hope you happy,"" sighed Saito, flicking his fingers deftly around his arm's NetSet display. It was the easiest way to hail one of the bullet trains that ran the gauntlet around the island. They were by far the fastest mode of transporation if one wanted to get to a place fast.<br/><br/>""Of course. Why wouldn't I be? We're going to have a ball at Paradox!"" declared Jessica with a smile, almost jumping up and down with excitment as the train zoomed to a halt before both students, strangely the only persons at the transport summoning station.<br/><br/>""If you say so. I still would have prefered to just head out ourselves,"" Saito said skeptical as always.<br/><br/>""Of course you would,"" replied Jessica as she and the senior officer buckled themselves into two of the trains seats. The Express, or at least this one, was freakishly devoid of travellers as well.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Others must have missed the memo. This is easily the swiftest way coast to coast on this rock,</span>Jessica though.<br/><br/>Once buckled in, she reached across her chair, her hand going up and pinching the side of her Japanese friend's stoic face, finishing, ""Your just as shy as a wee field rabbit when it comes to people,"" she cooed toyingly, her Irish brouge apparent.<br/><br/>""Nonesense!,"" stated Saito, grimacing at the pinch. Swatting her hand away, he muttered quietly, ""I just don't like change... new people are change...""<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">5 minutes prior</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cast:</span>Colonel Saito ""White Knight"" Tsukuda, Field Marshal Joshua ""Chaos"" Fisk & Sergeant Major Jessica ""Oddball"" O'Flattery<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Scene:</span>Valston City, Paradox Maid Cafe<br/><br/>Upon opening the door, Saito was greeted by the soft, soothing tones of low beat electric music and the friendly chorus of ""Welcome Home, Master!"" from the waitresses. All of whom, were looking simply stunning in their maid outfits. Even the normally serious and automatus Saito had to agree. And he probably did more than agree, considering the polite, if constant, praise he rained down upon the Maid-ly looking waitresses.<br/><br/>""Come on lover boy!"" said Jessica in a slightly frusterated, growling tone as she managed to uproot the Colonel from his position of reconning the maids.<br/><br/>""What?! You were just getting on me, saying I should be friendlier- ow, ow ow! "" began the Colonel as the Sergeants fingers caught his ear lob in a vice grip, leading him away from the lucious welcoming committee toward two bar stools.<br/><br/>Her arms crossing her chest, Jessica delievered a narrow-eyed star at Saito, who busied himself rubbing his ear, hoping to get feeling back into it.<br/><br/>""What now?!"" grumbled the Colonel, returning the Sergeants glare for glare.<br/><br/>Pointing out a finger, Jessica stated, ""You will stay here and wait for the rest of the guys."" Turning around abruptly, she spun on her heel, and began to head out the door.<br/><br/>""And where the hell are you going?"" inquiered an aggravated Saito<br/><br/>""On a rescue mission!"" she hollared over her shoulder as she disappeared through the swinging door.<br/><br/>Shaking his head in exasperation, Saito motioned over to one of the waitresses. Hopefully one of them would be able to pull themselves away and come and take his order.At that moment, he saw the door open out of the corner of his eye. Upon turning, he saw it was the same two Cadets who had invited him and Jessica along to begin with.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Might as well make myself known...</span><br/><br/>Casually walking over to them, a slight pain ached in his back, causing him to limp as he walked.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Damn things acting up again.. hell..</span><br/><br/>Approaching both of the two Aer Vis pilots, he remained standing as he said, ""Hello again. Perhaps you don't remember, but I'm Saito Tsukuda. From earlier at Navarone.""<br/><br/>Gesturing to a few open seats at the table, he continued, ""May I sit?"""
5842,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=300,2014-11-30T00:35:00,Isle of Lithonia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Corrian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22625078#p22625078"">wrote</a>:</cite>*snip*</div></blockquote><br/>It's true, Jason was a gentleman. His father and mother both took pride in his chivalrous attitude and actions to all women he came in contact with, and even Jason himself took pride in making the ladies feel like, well, ladies. It had just become second-nature to him by now, and that was why he had been so courteous and attentive to Cal. That's who he was.<br/><br/>But her comments about his gentlemanly actions still elicited a genuine smile from him. ""Thanks. I try my best.""<br/><br/>And then she asked him a question for which he was completely unprepared for. He stiffened, and his face exploded in a color of red. It would have been easier, if it wasn't for his hormones... ""I... uh... umm...""<br/><br/>His mind was racing, and his mouth just couldn't keep up. And things were like this for another few seconds before he eventually stopped himself. Regaining his senses, he reminded himself that he needed to maintain his decorum as an officer. So, he managed to cool himself by talking. ""Um... you definitely, uh, caught me off guard with that one. I'll, um... I'll admit that.""<br/><br/>He forced himself to breath slowly and deeply, and put his best effort into making his next words rational and intelligent. ""To answer your question, um, directly: no. No, I haven't. Not even with one of them. I...<br/><br/>""...I have realized that the best way to gain a worthwhile relation... relationship with others is by being kind to them. So, since I frequent this place rather regularly, I am constantly treating the ladies here with the respect they deserve. Plus I tip them well, and money never hurts.<br/><br/>""So, no, I haven't had se...ye...yeeeeeex..."" His face went red again, and he found it impossible to continue the conversation any further. So, he did what any semi-rational being would do: he downed half of his mug in one fell swoop.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Ah, that hit the spot.</span><br/><br/>His muscles relaxed, and his nerves loosened up a bit (that and his cheeks were beginning to redden from something other than embarrassment). Now he could resume talking. ""So, Callandra, what are your goals this year?""<br/><br/>Yes, steer the conversation away from sex, and onto something easier for him to deal with. Not bad.<br/><br/>As Saito spoke to him, he stood up and gestured to a seat next to himself. ""Of course, Saito. We're just waiting for the others to arrive.""<br/><br/>He called to the maid from earlier, and had her bring the man a mug.<br/><br/><br/>LARGE ADD-ON: And then Jason realized something: Val wasn't there yet. He looked at his phone, and saw that it was fifteen minutes before the set time. And for parties like these, Val was always,<span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">always</span></span>thirty minutes early. And now he was a bit worried. He politely excused himself for a moment, and headed outside. He took out his phone, and gave Val a call.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Dammit, I hope she's alright.</span>"
5843,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=300,2014-11-30T00:47:00,Republic of Hasgriu,"After searching around for a while, Daniel finally came to the sad conclusion that there were no penguins at Aquarius. Either that or he needed a pair of glasses. He wondered what would be coming up for the year. He hoped it wasn't too old, or too modern, perhaps around the Cold War era, though the 18th century would be fun as well. Defion would be unable to use armoured vehicles like tanks, Leviathan, their ships, (well, not as often anyway), and his league their planes. Invictus would probably fare the best in past combat, swarming the enemy in muskets and bayonets. He wondered if the academy would let them fight in the medieval era. Invictus would crush everyone else."
5844,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=300,2014-11-30T00:55:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Johannes Sundberg</span></span></div><br/>Despite what he'd said earlier, Johan was not going back to the shark tank. He walked right past it, in fact. He went to see the otters' exhibit. They came up to the fence, much to the keeper's surprise. They seemed especially interested in him, having never caught a scent such as his before. The boy leaned over the railing, reaching out to them. They nuzzled and licked his hand, clearly comfortable enough with him and his scent. They trusted him.<br/><br/>Meeting that girl from earlier made him realize a few problems of his own. Actually, all of his encounters today made him see his flaws and lackings in one way or another. The otters began making that sound that otters make, stepping up upon their pen wall to reach Johan's hand. He leaned forward a bit further, laughing as their tongues tickled his hand, all salty and smelling like hotdogs. He asked the keeper for a few food items with which to feed the otters, and returned to the pen. Like before, they flocked to his side, begging for treats. They ate right out of his hand, now feeling much safer around him.<br/><br/>Leaving them with their salmon, Johan returned to the storage room, changed into his casual outfit and returned the springsuit where he'd found it. He didn't want to keep it, after all. While wandering through the aquarium with a wistful look on his face, Johan again ran into someone familiar from the plane. He hoped they would be nicer this time, as he was quite fed up with being looked over.<br/><br/>""Hello..."" he said, moving closer. ""I don't think I was able to catch your name, back on the plane..."""
5845,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=300,2014-11-30T00:56:00,Vancon,"<blockquote><div><cite>TriStates <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22605729#p22605729"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I have been adequate. Thank you for your concern. And yourself?"" <br/></div></blockquote><br/>""Thanks boss. So far I've been good, but I think I'm coming down with something. I-I think I'm gonna go home. I'll *cough* see you later a'am. Good luck with all the newbies,"" replied the ginger girl. She strolled away from the crowd and made haste towards home. T'was a short walk, but it was cold. Too cold. Mother Nature was howling and the wind blew her hair everywhere. She walked briskly to her apartment, went inside, up the elevator, down the hall and in her room. Death was at her doorstep, and she was coughing and wheezing everywhere. She took off her coat and, in-between coughs, swapped for something more confortable: her burgundy sweater. the immediate warmth that should've come wasn't there, as if it was on the other side of the planet. She crawled into her bed and rolled up into a ball to try and stay warm.<br/><br/>Her phone awoke from it's pleasant slumber with a jolt and shook all across her bedside table. She picked it up and saw Jason's name.<br/><br/>""Where are you, and how soon can you get here? I'm sick as hell and I need someone to make me soup as I cough up everything under the sun,"" said Val in a very,<span style=""font-style: italic"">very</span>, raspy voice, as if Death himself was strangling her, and in between coughs that would shatter souls far and wide."
5846,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=300,2014-11-30T01:14:00,Corrian,"Of course, Callandra's mind had wandered to the obvious for her mind to wander to of all things to think of why they were all so nice to him, instead of the actual real obvious fact of him being very much a gentleman, which should have been clear to her based off of his mannerisms all day. Instead, she jumped to her awkward conclusion. While she found his reaction amusing, she still couldn't help but think that that may have been the wrong thing for her to ask him. Because he might think of her as rather...odd now, though she saw him as a man who liked people who spoke their mind, despite his reactions to her speaking her mind. She hoped that didn't put a dampening on their developing ""friendship"" that had been occurring over the day.<br/><br/>""Hey, sex isn't something to be ashamed of"" Callandra pointed out to him with him acting like he had a hard time saying that word, it coming out naturally and casually for her. ""But I'll admit. Maybe even that was a bit too straightforward and to the point, even for me. I speak my mind a lot"" She told him. She thought of apologizing, but what for? She didn't feel like she needed to apologize for being herself. And still, she found his reactions mildly amusing. But she could still admit that maybe she shouldn't have spoke her mind, especially when her mind was apparently in the gutter.<br/><br/>When he downed the drink like that after the awkward situation, she looked amused again, and took a sip of her own, but just that: a sip. She wanted to last for more than 5 minutes, and would rather that if she was going to get wasted, to get wasted over time, not in one downing of a drink. Though some shots here and there didn't sound all too bad to her. When he asked a question to direct the conversation elsewhere, it came to her at no surprise, and honestly, she didn't mind that much, even though talking about sex wasn't a topic that particularly bothered her like it did a lot of people.<br/><br/>""Nothing specific, really. To improve is the obvious answer. Oh, and to not crash this year in a way that actually could have gotten me killed. That would be nice. I want to advance, not stall as a sophomore forever"" Callandra chuckled lightly at her response to that question. ""But overall? Not much. Have fun, improve, and not crash. Stuff like that"" She said, being straightforward, because really, she didn't have a lot of goals other than exactly what she summed up in 6 words: Have fun, improve, and not crash.<br/><br/>Callandra noticed Jason look at his phone and seem worried all of a sudden after Saito arrived to sit with them, like someone who was supposed to be here wasn't here and it began worrying him. Saying nothing when he left and excused himself, she figured he could take care of it. This was partially why she tended to disconnect herself from having true connections with anyone: The feeling of worrying. Something she preferred to keep at bay, and oftentimes, successfully did so.<br/><br/>Since it was just her and Saito now, she turned to him, and smiled. ""I don't know how well you know me. My crash last year was probably newsworthy. But my name is Callandra, and honestly if you want to call me by it, Cally for short. Doesn't really matter to me. Or Cal, I have been called that too. It is a pleasure to meet you, Saito"" She said, offering her hand to shake his across the table. She had remembered his name from earlier, again finding it to be beneficial to her to observe people, and that included keeping track of peoples names to win ""points"" with people, so to speak. There were benefits to every little thing that you could do, after all."
5847,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=300,2014-11-30T01:50:00,TriStates,"<blockquote><div><cite>Corrian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22625598#p22625598"">wrote</a>:</cite>Since it was just her and Saito now, she turned to him, and smiled. ""I don't know how well you know me. My crash last year was probably newsworthy. But my name is Callandra, and honestly if you want to call me by it, Cally for short. Doesn't really matter to me. Or Cal, I have been called that too. It is a pleasure to meet you, Saito"" She said, offering her hand to shake his across the table. She had remembered his name from earlier, again finding it to be beneficial to her to observe people, and that included keeping track of peoples names to win ""points"" with people, so to speak. There were benefits to every little thing that you could do, after all.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Saito had been letting his mind wander after Jason had invited him to sit. He had hardly even noticed that the Aer Vis Colonel had excused himself and left the table, leaving him with the younger Cadet girl. So deep was he in his own thoughts, he turned with a dear in the headlights look when the girl began speaking to him.<br/><br/>""On this island, everybody hears everything,"" he stated grinning, revealing a white smile ready for a Colgate commercial. Of course, that joke was told with as much humor in it as it did truth. One way, or another, secrets always seemed to come out in Eureka. Of course, Saito's own particularly sorrid past seemed to be one of the ones that had flown under the radar. Probably because it had been so heavily supressed and silenced by the General Staff and the Administartors.<br/><br/>It wasn't so much that everyone didn't know. Rather, it was considered something one didn't talk about, and had aquired a supersitious quality to it. As if mentioning it would bring one bad luck. Dragging his mind back from such dark thoughts, Saito managed to continue being civil.<br/><br/>""The pleasure is mine, Cally,"" replied the 19 year old Japanese Invictus member, accepting her offered hand with geniality. At that moment, one of the waitresses approached the table.<br/><br/>""Ah,<span style=""font-style: italic"">Arigato</span>."" Saito said to the waitress who brought him his order.<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://www.jeffreymorgenthaler.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/05/neat.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">A simple Whiskey Neat</a>. Knowing Saito's particulars, seeing how he'd been a regular to the Paradox for the past four years, she left the bottle. Nursing the glass of hard liqour, Saito returned his attention to Cally, if for no other reason then to play the polite host in Jason's absence. He didn't know much of this girl, her being from another League and all. But, maybe they could start there.<br/><br/>""Your a Second Year right? So, what do you think of how this years starting off?"" he asked, taking a tentative nip of his drink while waiting for her to respond."
5848,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=300,2014-11-30T02:15:00,Corrian,"""I figured as such"" Callandra replied to Saito and his comment about everybody hearing everything. ""I hope nobody ever hears too much, though. I haven't seen paparazzi stalkin' around or anything at least"" She joked related to being a star and annoying paparazzi. Not that she considered herself a star (yet), but she wanted to make the joke anyway. Just because. Though she had to admit, she did like to learn about people. Except paparazzi teaching you if someone was possibly in a relationship or not wasn't important to her, more personal details she could use, if people here got more personal details revealed, that was the stuff she liked.<br/><br/>""Damn, it seems like all of you are famous here"" Callandra commented on it seeming as if the maid got him a drink that she knew he liked. She took a sip of her own before continuing. ""I've been here before, but not really enough to get any sort of reputation"" She said, and then fell silent until he asked her his question.<br/><br/>""Actually, this is my 3rd year. I got here when I was 13, and I'm 15 now. But my crash last year set me back a little. Sucks, but I'll live with it. Just a little delay is all"" She said, not seeming all that bothered by the set back, though inwardly, it did quite irritate her at times that she wasn't in a better position right now. ""And I would say quite good, actually. I have talked to some fun people already"" She smiled at him when she said that, obviously referring to him as one of those said people, ""And it seems like the best is yet to begin"", that comment followed with a gesture indicating everything around her and where they were right now."
5849,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=300,2014-11-30T02:54:00,TriStates,"<blockquote><div><cite>Corrian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22625814#p22625814"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I figured as such"" Callandra replied to Saito and his comment about everybody hearing everything. ""I hope nobody ever hears too much, though. I haven't seen paparazzi stalkin' around or anything at least"" She joked related to being a star and annoying paparazzi. Not that she considered herself a star (yet), but she wanted to make the joke anyway. Just because. Though she had to admit, she did like to learn about people. Except paparazzi teaching you if someone was possibly in a relationship or not wasn't important to her, more personal details she could use, if people here got more personal details revealed, that was the stuff she liked.<br/><br/>""Damn, it seems like all of you are famous here"" Callandra commented on it seeming as if the maid got him a drink that she knew he liked. She took a sip of her own before continuing. ""I've been here before, but not really enough to get any sort of reputation"" She said, and then fell silent until he asked her his question.<br/><br/>""Actually, this is my 3rd year. I got here when I was 13, and I'm 15 now. But my crash last year set me back a little. Sucks, but I'll live with it. Just a little delay is all"" She said, not seeming all that bothered by the set back, though inwardly, it did quite irritate her at times that she wasn't in a better position right now. ""And I would say quite good, actually. I have talked to some fun people already"" She smiled at him when she said that, obviously referring to him as one of those said people, ""And it seems like the best is yet to begin"", that comment followed with a gesture indicating everything around her and where they were right now.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""I don't know about Famous. But apparently,"" he said with a amused curve on his mouth, ""if you kick up enough trouble, yell long, and loud enough, eventually someone will come to see what the hell is all the trouble about... That bottle is just the perks of.. surviving the infamy, I guess.""<br/><br/>Downing the drink in his cup in a single toss, Saito reached for the decanter of whiskey to refill his glass. He couldn't help but chuckle lightly, shaking his head as he did so.<br/><br/>""I've been here in Eureka for about four years now.. been called a lot of things by a lot of people.. but 'fun', thats a new one.""<br/><br/>The familiar sensation returned to his back. A dull, throbbing pain stretching down his back. On that was too well known by him. The brief grimace that crossed his face disappeared as quickly as it came. Saito couldn't believe it was acting up now.<br/><br/>Fidgiting in his seat, he realized he needed to handle this thing now. Of course, he only knew one other way that didn't involve pill popping Ibeprofuen or downing a bottle of Jim Beam.<br/><br/>""Um..,"" he scratched the back of his neck, a little unsure of how to proceed with this in such a public area. And with nearly a complete stranger to boot. ""Listen, Cally... This is gonna come out weird no matter how I say it. So I'm just going to.. say it. Uh...<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i1283.photobucket.com/albums/a558/NikoSuave2/white-wings_zps24bfeb64.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">mind if I strech my wings</a>?"""
5850,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=300,2014-11-30T03:26:00,Corrian,"""I swear you are all out to get to the stage of passing out drunk before things even get fun"" Callandra joked in reply to him downing his Whiskey just like that. ""Don't get me wrong, getting drunk can be fun. But I'm in no hurry. Not yet, anyway"" She chuckled lightly, grinning at her own comment. She shook her head lightly, then moved on.<br/><br/>""I wouldn't feel too flattered if I were you. I think almost everyone can be fun in their own little ways. Everyone has something they're good at"" Callandra did that cheeky smile of hers again with those words, ""And I typically call them fun because of that. Peoples personalities fascinate me alone. People are just fun"" She said, glancing around at various people in the place to get her point across that she was referring to anyone and everyone having something or other fun about them. Something they were good at. And her brief knowledge of Saito's personality counted as one of those fascinating personalities, which was enough for her to deem him ""fun"".<br/><br/>She noticed his discomfort about something and his fidgeting, and her first guess was that the seats were uncomfortable to him. But it didn't take her long to realize that there was more to it than that, based off of his comments. She figured it shouldn't have come to any surprise to her that someone would have wings with all this weird splicing going around nowadays. She still didn't get the entire point of splicing, especially since from what she got out of Jason, it had its downsides. But again, everyone had something interesting about them, and in this case, it was peoples splicing, and she couldn't deny that peoples splicing could certainly be interesting at times, for various reasons.<br/><br/>""Not at all"" Callandra said calmly, smiling lightly."
5851,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=300,2014-11-30T04:00:00,TriStates,"<blockquote><div><cite>Corrian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22626054#p22626054"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I swear you are all out to get to the stage of passing out drunk before things even get fun"" Callandra joked in reply to him downing his Whiskey just like that. ""Don't get me wrong, getting drunk can be fun. But I'm in no hurry. Not yet, anyway"" She chuckled lightly, grinning at her own comment. She shook her head lightly, then moved on.<br/><br/>""I wouldn't feel too flattered if I were you. I think almost everyone can be fun in their own little ways. Everyone has something they're good at"" Callandra did that cheeky smile of hers again with those words, ""And I typically call them fun because of that. Peoples personalities fascinate me alone. People are just fun"" She said, glancing around at various people in the place to get her point across that she was referring to anyone and everyone having something or other fun about them. Something they were good at. And her brief knowledge of Saito's personality counted as one of those fascinating personalities, which was enough for her to deem him ""fun"".<br/><br/>She noticed his discomfort about something and his fidgeting, and her first guess was that the seats were uncomfortable to him. But it didn't take her long to realize that there was more to it than that, based off of his comments. She figured it shouldn't have come to any surprise to her that someone would have wings with all this weird splicing going around nowadays. She still didn't get the entire point of splicing, especially since from what she got out of Jason, it had its downsides. But again, everyone had something interesting about them, and in this case, it was peoples splicing, and she couldn't deny that peoples splicing could certainly be interesting at times, for various reasons.<br/><br/>""Not at all"" Callandra said calmly, smiling lightly.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""When it comes to compliments, I'll take what I can get,"" joked back Saito.<br/><br/>Given the okay was all that was needed. A long while back, he had discovered it was easier to create little slits in the back of his shirts and jackets to allow his wings easy access in and out. And so with a slight<span style=""font-style: italic""> whoosh</span>of air, Saito's normally collapsed spliced appengades unfolded along his back. Pristine abalaster feathers covered each wing, the feathers themselves about as long as a persons arm. They held a soft, almost fluffy quality to them. More than a few heads turned, and jaws dropped. Most belonging to freshmen, who had probably never seen such a sight.<br/><br/>As they reached their full span of 12 feet, Saito audibly sighed in relief, lowering his head and banging his forehead on the cool table top.<br/><br/>A sudden clicking noise brough 0his attention back to the Cafe. Turning his head, and lowering his left wing to see over it, he was greeted by the sight of a tourist, a woman in her mid-20's, snapping a quick photo.<br/><br/>""Be sure to get my good side,"" he said dryly. As the lady left the cafe, he muttered under his breath as he put his head back on the table, ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Tourists.</span>"" Tasting the word as he said it, sounding it out like curse word. ""Their like vultures. They take and then they go."""
5852,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=300,2014-11-30T04:23:00,Corrian,"Even more so than usual, Callandra had to admit that what she was seeing was actually quite beautiful. The wings themselves were quite magnificent in fact, and she never thought that she'd be staring at a partial human with so much wonderment. There was definitely something amazing about witnessing such a thing, and she ended up staring at it herself like the others around the place probably longer than she should have in amazement at it. Snapping herself back into reality, discarding her thoughts about wondering how soft and fluffy they were, and how comfortable they might feel to snuggle up with (If it hadn't been plainly obvious by now, yes, she's a little odd), she glanced at the tourist taking a picture, shook her head, and then turned to Saito to listen to his response to the tourist.<br/><br/>""It's like fans and not knowing the concept of giving celebrities their personal space. Tourists can be pretty bad in that regard. They see something amazing, and even if it gets them killed doing so, they<span style=""font-style: italic"">must</span>get a picture of it"" Callandra said, shaking her head lightly. ""I guess there's one benefit of being normal"" She grinned at him. ""No reason for people to gawk at you quite so much"" She added."
5853,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=300,2014-11-30T09:03:00,Legatia,"Noticing after everyone had left, Alexandria sighed, immediately getting out of the water. She didn't trust those sharks without the Partial around. She went back to her pile of clothes and changed out of the swimsuit, putting back on her clothing, and sighing as the memories came back to her. Today had been an<span style=""text-decoration: underline"">awful</span>day for her. She just needed to get some rest.<br/><br/>She exited the aquarium, walking down the streets of Valston. She knew where her dorm was, and she wanted to get there as quickly as possible. She wanted to maybe watch some television or something then go to bed.<br/><br/>She approached the entrance to the dorm, before pausing. There was still a little bit of sun out, so she sat on the steps of the dorm, looking out skyward."
5854,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=300,2014-11-30T13:30:00,The GAmeTopians,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Jordslag <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22622331#p22622331"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Valston City</span><br/>'<span style=""font-style: italic"">These lips... So warm... So full...</span>' Was the first thing that occurred to Jamie when she kissed him again, this time on purpose. Then he hugged her tight. ""Carolin,"" He said. ""Stop hiding behind your mask. What are your true emotions? What do you really think of me."" While he said this, a thought occurred to Jamie that he hadn't thought of ever before: '<span style=""font-style: italic"">What am I to her? Are we Classmates? Are we Friends? Or... Are we something more? Why is she kissing me on purpose?</span>' Jamie then cried tears of joy. ""Don't hide from me, Carolin.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Why do you think I don't like you Jamie?"" She said, continuing the kiss. ""I don't know my feelings yet, but it's nothing bad."" She wasn't sure what she felt. She liked Jamie, but if he kept doubting her she wasn't sure that would continue."
5855,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=300,2014-11-30T15:46:00,New Jordslag,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Valston City</span><br/>Jamie pushed her away. ""I don't think you don't like me. But, stop. This isn't something you should do. I can't bring Happiness to anybody."" He looked away, turned around, and picked up his stuff. He took off the mask he had on while she was kissing him. His cheeks were a rosy pink. He walked faster, as if in a hurry to get away from her. ""We have to drop off our stuff at the dorms, and then head back to work. We have no time, Carolin."" He had obviously recovered, at least on the surface. But Jamie knew that deep down in his heart he still fretted about Alexandria. ""You should come too, Carolin."" Then he stopped talking. After the Cat-Girl caught up with him, they continued towards the Dorms.<br/>_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Dorms</span><br/>Jamie reached the steps of the dorm, panting from walking so fast. He set his bags down, then noticed a unmistakable Black-Haired girl on the steps. ""A-Alexandria..."" He said, ever so softly. He bowed to her. ""I'm... so sorry for bursting out of the restaurant like that. I wasn't in my right mind. I hope you'll forgive me, but i'm in a hurry."" Then he picked up his bags and rushed up the steps past her, brushing against her as he walked past.<br/>_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Paradox</span><br/>Having already dropped off their stuff at the dorms, and then rushing back to Paradox, Jamie now stood just outside the restaurant, ready to do his job. He turned his head towards Carolin. ""You ready for this?"""
5856,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=300,2014-11-30T16:03:00,Legatia,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Jordslag <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22632235#p22632235"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Valston City</span><br/>Jamie pushed her away. ""I don't think you don't like me. But, stop. This isn't something you should do. I can't bring Happiness to anybody."" He looked away, turned around, and picked up his stuff. He took off the mask he had on while she was kissing him. His cheeks were a rosy pink. He walked faster, as if in a hurry to get away from her. ""We have to drop off our stuff at the dorms, and then head back to work. We have no time, Carolin."" He had obviously recovered, at least on the surface. But Jamie knew that deep down in his heart he still fretted about Alexandria. ""You should come too, Carolin."" Then he stopped talking. After the Cat-Girl caught up with him, they continued towards the Dorms.<br/>_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Dorms</span><br/>Jamie reached the steps of the dorm, panting from walking so fast. He set his bags down, then noticed a unmistakable Black-Haired girl on the steps. ""A-Alexandria..."" He said, ever so softly. He bowed to her. ""I'm... so sorry for bursting out of the restaurant like that. I wasn't in my right mind. I hope you'll forgive me, but i'm in a hurry."" Then he picked up his bags and rushed up the steps past her, brushing against her as he walked past.<br/>_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Paradox</span><br/>Having already dropped off their stuff at the dorms, and then rushing back to Paradox, Jamie now stood just outside the restaurant, ready to do his job. He turned his head towards Carolin. ""You ready for this?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Alexandria had just gotten to calming herself down enough to head inside when Jamie approached her. He apologized, and though that couldn't make up for all of it, she offered a faint smile.<br/><br/>""Thanks, Jamie."" She nodded, but as he passed and brushed her, she blushed, and after a few minutes, going in herself, and decided that she'd hang around in the foyer for a bit. She sat down, sighing, and waited."
5857,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=300,2014-11-30T16:09:00,The GAmeTopians,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Jordslag <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22632235#p22632235"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Valston City</span><br/>Jamie pushed her away. ""I don't think you don't like me. But, stop. This isn't something you should do. I can't bring Happiness to anybody."" He looked away, turned around, and picked up his stuff. He took off the mask he had on while she was kissing him. His cheeks were a rosy pink. He walked faster, as if in a hurry to get away from her. ""We have to drop off our stuff at the dorms, and then head back to work. We have no time, Carolin."" He had obviously recovered, at least on the surface. But Jamie knew that deep down in his heart he still fretted about Alexandria. ""You should come too, Carolin."" Then he stopped talking. After the Cat-Girl caught up with him, they continued towards the Dorms.<br/>_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Dorms</span><br/>Jamie reached the steps of the dorm, panting from walking so fast. He set his bags down, then noticed a unmistakable Black-Haired girl on the steps. ""A-Alexandria..."" He said, ever so softly. He bowed to her. ""I'm... so sorry for bursting out of the restaurant like that. I wasn't in my right mind. I hope you'll forgive me, but i'm in a hurry."" Then he picked up his bags and rushed up the steps past her, brushing against her as he walked past.<br/>_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Paradox</span><br/>Having already dropped off their stuff at the dorms, and then rushing back to Paradox, Jamie now stood just outside the restaurant, ready to do his job. He turned his head towards Carolin. ""You ready for this?""</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Valston City</span><br/>""You already have,"" Carolin whispered as Jamie walked away. She hurried to catch up with him, and they walked in silence for the rest of the journey.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Dorms</span><br/>Carolin passed Jamie as he stopped to talk to Carolin, and ran up the steps with her bags to the dorm. She set her bags on her assigned bed, and searched through the bags for the items she would need. She grabbed her purse and uniform and started to head out the door, but then doubled back.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Uncle Greg has a reputation,</span>she thought.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Best to make him happy.</span><br/>She grabbed a pair of heels from her suitcase, and grumbled quietly, ""**** the man or woman who invented these buggers.""<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Paradox</span><br/>""Yup!"" Carolin replied cheerfully, and walked inside. She immediately made for her uncle's office. She knocked and entered.<br/>""Mein Onkel, where should I change into my uniform?""<br/>Gregory looked up from the papers on his desk, and frowned.<br/>""Take a right from my office, there are bathrooms there. Come back when you're ready for inspection. And tell that James kid to do the same.""<br/>Carolin nodded and left Gregory's office, relaying the message to Jamie. She went to the bathrooms, and changed into her uniform. She checked her reflection, and exited the restroom."
5858,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=325,2014-11-30T17:07:00,Republic of Hasgriu,"""Hmm?"" Daniel heard that voice before, on the airplane. He turned around, and found none other than Johannes. ""Hello Johannes!"" ""What are you doing?"" ""Are there penguins here? I can't seem to find any."" Daniel said in rapid succession."
5859,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=325,2014-11-30T17:12:00,Perestroikavo,"<blockquote><div><cite>Arana <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22625130#p22625130"">wrote</a>:</cite>So, what now?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Now, old bean, we enjoy ourselves!"" To emphasize the point, Eli pulled out a larger bottle of Sun Shine that he had stashed away in his apartment, and poured two shots, in the tin shotglasses he had brought with him from Belarus. On them both however, he had the Union Jack engraved. Eli had always been fascinated with the british way of life, and it's part of the reasons he was a marine. Eli shook his head from side to side to clear it, before looking at Kai again. This was the good stuff, not the watered down product he sold to Mr. Gregory and the rest of the patrons. ""Pi da dna!"" (Bottom's Up!) Just before he could drink his own shot, however, there was a tap on the shoulder, and Eli turned around to see about a dozen people, all with paper in their hands saying ""Sun Special.""<br/><br/>Sighing, Eli motioned for Kai to stay put. ""I have to go take care of some buisness Kai, I'll be back momentarily."" With the small crowd of people shuffling after him, he made his way to the back kitchen. Motioning at Dymitri, one of the suited men out back, he held up ten, then two fingers to motion for twelve 'Sun-Specials.' Three boxes were brought in, roughly three-thousand dollars changed hands, and Eli grimaced when he realized that the heroin and cocaine were both nearly gone, while the Sun Shine had been left untouched. Sighing, he handed the money out among the hired muscle and made his way into Gregory's office with roughly eighteen-hundred dollars. Handing the man all but six hundred, he smiled.<br/><br/>""Well old chap, I would say that buisness is treating us both exceptionaly well tonight! Just be sure that you have the button ready. A lot of drugs are floating around out there, and we don't want some person looking for a gluten-free menu ratting us out."" Gregory smirked at Eli, and then his face turned deadly serious. ""Just make sure none of the girls have anything to do with this rotten buisness. I get wind of a single one participating, and I'll shut down this whole rat-shit operation before you can say 'oops.'"" Leaning closer, Eli nodded solomnley, and then whispered. ""Your kitchen staff and the other males of the establishment aren't rat-finks, are they?"" After waiting for an answer, Eli stalked out of Gregory's office, and straight back to Kai. ""Well then, where were we?"" Eli smiled and downed a shot, refilled the shot-glass, and offered to pour Kai another."
5860,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=325,2014-11-30T17:23:00,The GAmeTopians,"<blockquote><div><cite>Perestroikavo <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22633406#p22633406"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Arana <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22625130#p22625130"">wrote</a>:</cite>So, what now?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Now, old bean, we enjoy ourselves!"" To emphasize the point, Eli pulled out a larger bottle of Sun Shine that he had stashed away in his apartment, and poured two shots, in the tin shotglasses he had brought with him from Belarus. On them both however, he had the Union Jack engraved. Eli had always been fascinated with the british way of life, and it's part of the reasons he was a marine. Eli shook his head from side to side to clear it, before looking at Kai again. This was the good stuff, not the watered down product he sold to Mr. Gregory and the rest of the patrons. ""Pi da dna!"" (Bottom's Up!) Just before he could drink his own shot, however, there was a tap on the shoulder, and Eli turned around to see about a dozen people, all with paper in their hands saying ""Sun Special.""<br/><br/>Sighing, Eli motioned for Kai to stay put. ""I have to go take care of some buisness Kai, I'll be back momentarily."" With the small crowd of people shuffling after him, he made his way to the back kitchen. Motioning at Dymitri, one of the suited men out back, he held up ten, then two fingers to motion for twelve 'Sun-Specials.' Three boxes were brought in, roughly three-thousand dollars changed hands, and Eli grimaced when he realized that the heroin and cocaine were both nearly gone, while the Sun Shine had been left untouched. Sighing, he handed the money out among the hired muscle and made his way into Gregory's office with roughly eighteen-hundred dollars. Handing the man all but six hundred, he smiled.<br/><br/>""Well old chap, I would say that buisness is treating us both exceptionaly well tonight! Just be sure that you have the button ready. A lot of drugs are floating around out there, and we don't want some person looking for a gluten-free menu ratting us out."" Gregory smirked at Eli, and then his face turned deadly serious. ""Just make sure none of the girls have anything to do with this rotten buisness. I get wind of a single one participating, and I'll shut down this whole rat-shit operation before you can say 'oops.'"" Leaning closer, Eli nodded solomnley, and then whispered. ""Your kitchen staff and the other males of the establishment aren't rat-finks, are they?"" After waiting for an answer, Eli stalked out of Gregory's office, and straight back to Kai. ""Well then, where were we?"" Eli smiled and downed a shot, refilled the shot-glass, and offered to pour Kai another.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Gregory</span><br/>Gregory grimaced at the young man.<span style=""font-style: italic"">If this wasn't making me coin, He'd be in jail right now.</span><br/>""The only ones who know it's happening are the cooks. Tell me, does the boy known as 'Tex' purchase drugs from you? Because he's shown interest in becoming a cook here. If he's a good enough cook, it'd be a shame to shut one of you down."" Once the boy had left, Greg waited for Carolin. He heard a knock at the door, and said,<br/>""Come in!"" Carolin strode into the room. She smiled at him, saying,<br/>""How do I look?""<br/>Gregory returned the smile.<br/>""Absolutely perfect! The customers will love you. Now then, get out there!"" He ended the statement shooing her out the door. She complied, and left to the chaos of the restaurant."
5861,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=325,2014-11-30T17:28:00,The Templar High Council,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Templar High Council <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22624537#p22624537"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Great Korean Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22623971#p22623971"">wrote</a>:</cite>Lee tossed his stuff into the trunk of Aiden's jeep renegade convertible before slamming into close and hopping over the closed door into his own seat, shotgun. ""Now step on it""!</div></blockquote><br/>Aiden did as requested, immediately putting the tires to work as the Jeep spun it's wheels and shot onto the road. The first <a class=""postlink"" href=""https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uHZJej98_T0"" rel=""nofollow"">song</a> to come on, Aiden sang along to as they tore down the road towards downtown and <span style=""font-style: italic"">Paradox</span>. This ride will conclude tomorrow.</div></blockquote><br/>*Seeing as I got home and see a lot of posts unrelated to Aiden, I'm gonna skip all that shit and move on.*<br/><br/>Aiden and Lee parked somewhere on Who-Zee-Wats-It Street and walked to<span style=""font-style: italic"">Paradox</span>. Parking downtown is always a bitch. Disregarding whatever type of restaurant it was, he stepped in with a yell. ""Jason Reed! Where are you? You owe me a drink!"""
5862,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=325,2014-11-30T17:34:00,Arana,"Kai grinned and downed the shot, waiting patiently while Eli dealt with his business. Based on what he'd smelled in the car, it was probably something pretty illegal. He couldn't smell the drugs now, what with all the people, but he could definitely smell alcohol, and lots of it. When Eli eventually came back, he accepted the other shot and downed that as well, starting to get a bit drunk.<br/><br/>""So we're pretty much gonna be sitting around drinking all night? Sounds fun. Out of curiosity... what was that about?"""
5863,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=325,2014-11-30T17:59:00,Perestroikavo,"<blockquote><div><cite>Arana <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22633699#p22633699"">wrote</a>:</cite> ""So we're pretty much gonna be sitting around drinking all night? Sounds fun. Out of curiosity... what was that about?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Eli looked at him, straight faced for a moment. ""None of your damn buisness."" He continued to stare for a moment, and then his mask broke. Eli cracked up at the younger boys reaction to the comment. ""Oh, it was nothing. I just sell wares that appeal to a certain clientelle. A not so popular clientelle, if you know what I mean."" Eli downed his third shot on par with Kai, and really felt the alchohol start to get to his head. ""Damn, only a bloody hour in, and I'm nearly drunk."" Eli looked at his watch, and noted the time. Nearly eleven 'o clock. By now, he had an additional four hundred dollars lining his pockets, and thought about calling it off for the night. The Sun Shine really seemed to be a hit, with several dozen people now sipping glasses of the stuff. One thing Eli noticed was that the boy Jamie was giving him wierd looks the entire night. Shrugging, he stood up. Words slightly stirred, he made a proclimation. ""Any man, woman or child that beats me in an arm wrestling contest, gets an entire bottle of Sun Shine for free."""
5864,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=325,2014-11-30T18:15:00,The Orson Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Perestroikavo <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22634065#p22634065"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Arana <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22633699#p22633699"">wrote</a>:</cite> ""So we're pretty much gonna be sitting around drinking all night? Sounds fun. Out of curiosity... what was that about?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Eli looked at him, straight faced for a moment. ""None of your damn buisness."" He continued to stare for a moment, and then his mask broke. Eli cracked up at the younger boys reaction to the comment. ""Oh, it was nothing. I just sell wares that appeal to a certain clientelle. A not so popular clientelle, if you know what I mean."" Eli downed his third shot on par with Kai, and really felt the alchohol start to get to his head. ""Damn, only a bloody hour in, and I'm nearly drunk."" Eli looked at his watch, and noted the time. Nearly eleven 'o clock. By now, he had an additional four hundred dollars lining his pockets, and thought about calling it off for the night. The Sun Shine really seemed to be a hit, with several dozen people now sipping glasses of the stuff. One thing Eli noticed was that the boy Jamie was giving him wierd looks the entire night. Shrugging, he stood up. Words slightly stirred, he made a proclimation. ""Any man, woman or child that beats me in an arm wrestling contest, gets an entire bottle of Sun Shine for free.""</div></blockquote><br/>""I'll take you up on that offer, Eli,"" Thad would yell from across the room, with his speech slightly slurred. Although Thad disliked Eli, Thad had been drinking beer and whiskey for some time now, and he was too drunk to care. Thad then got up from his table and stumbled over to Eli's table.<br/><br/>""Let's *hiccup* do this,"" he would say."
5865,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=325,2014-11-30T18:25:00,Perestroikavo,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Orson Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22634254#p22634254"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Let's *hiccup* do this,"" he would say.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Eli feigned surprise when a Defion member volunteered. ""Oi! So the Defion bloke has the guts to challenge me!"" When Thad walked over to the table and sat in one of the occupied chairs, Eli made a show of clearing the table for such an occasion. ""Blimey, all buisness and no play, you Defion folk. How about a little wager? Best of five. Each time you lose, you take a shot-"" Eli pointed at the bottle of Sun Shine. ""Last one upright or to get to three wins."" When Thad nodded at him, Eli stumbled and fell into his seat. When both placed their arms onto the table, he looked nervously at Thad's bulging bicep. They locked hands, and one of the crowd shouted ""GO!"". Feeling a tension, Eli barely reacted fast enough and caught it just in time, and suddenly, they were locked in a stalemate. The arm wrestling had begun."
5866,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=325,2014-11-30T18:34:00,The Orson Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Perestroikavo <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22634404#p22634404"">wrote</a>:</cite>The arm wrestling had begun.</div></blockquote><br/>""Your on, Mr. *hiccup* Leviathan"" Thad would say. ""Let's fucking do this."" Thad pulled back the sleeve on his right arm, which revealed the large muscles he had. He then locked hands with Eli, and once the match began, they were immediately in stalemate. Thad used all of the strength he had.<br/><br/>""You may be *hiccup* skilled at sea,"" Thad would say, ""but Defion members are known for their *hiccup* physical strength."""
5867,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=325,2014-11-30T18:36:00,Isle of Lithonia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Vancon <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22625526#p22625526"">wrote</a>:</cite>*snip*</div></blockquote><br/>Hearing Valerie's voice left Jason partly relieved, and partly even more worried than before. She seemed mostly fine earlier... Come to think of it, she did sound a little stuffed up. And it was freezing out now, which probably made her condition worsen much more quickly.<br/><br/>God, and tomorrow was the real beginning of this school year. If Valerie was to perform at her peak abilities, she desperately needed all the help she could get to overcome this damned cold.<br/><br/>And besides, he couldn't let her just stay in her room alone, with a cold, unable to enjoy the company of her friends on this last night of freedom. Definitely not.<br/><br/>""God, Valerie! I was beginning to think..."" Sigh of relief. ""...Never mind. God, that cold sounds like it hurts!<br/><br/>""Obviously I'll come! I can't just leave you to deal with a cold like that on your own, now can I? Especially not on the Last Night. I'm at Paradox right now, so I'll run over to the store, pick you up some things, and be there in less than an hour. Until then, just stay inside and try to rest a bit.""<br/><br/>He ended the call, and quickly ran back inside the Café.<span style=""font-style: italic"">And I was looking forward to getting the old gang back together tonight. Oh well, it's not like Val could do anything about it.</span><br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>The Templar High Council <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22633604#p22633604"">wrote</a>:</cite>Aiden and Lee parked somewhere on Who-Zee-Wats-It Street and walked to <span style=""font-style: italic"">Paradox</span>. Parking downtown is always a bitch. Disregarding whatever type of restaurant it was, he stepped in with a yell. ""Jason Reed! Where are you? You owe me a drink!""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Jason was actually just about to let Cal know about the situation, when Tex called for him. He turned around, the big soldier's antics managing to put a grin on his face. ""Over here, you lumbering jarhead!""<br/><br/>He walked back over to Callandra, deciding it'd be best to let her know about the problem first. ""Hey Callandra. I've got a problem I need to go deal with. I just got a hold of Valerie, and she's extremely sick. It sounded like she needed someone to go look after her for a while, and... I personally can't let a friend like her be alone. At least not on a night that's supposed to be a time where we all enjoy our last stint with freedom.<br/><br/>""So, I'm going to go look after her, maybe keep her company 'til you all get back. I'd love to stay, since I've rather enjoyed your company today. But I can't leave Val in that position.""<br/><br/>He smiled. ""But don't let that keep you from enjoying the party. Just know that I'll expect a full report on what happened tomorrow.""<br/><br/>Jason winked at her, and waited until she replied before turning to Tex. ""Aiden, I just called Val, and she's not feeling well... Okay, she sounds like crap. It's some crazy kind of cold, or something.<br/><br/>""Anyway, I'm going to go pick her up some things, and then head over and keep her company for tonight. I'd love to stay, but... you know.<br/><br/>""Just enjoy yourself tonight. And I expect you to drink enough for the both of us."" Jason lightly punched the soldier in the gut, and grinned. ""Oh, and drinks are on me tonight, so fill yourself up.""<br/><br/>And that was it for his partying. But before he could leave, he had one last thing to do. Taking out his wallet, he walked over to the counter, and placed a hundred dollar bill (which was his entertainment money for the month) and handed it to one of the maids with a smile. ""This is for you ladies. Oh, and make sure to keep up your famous customer service tonight.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">And with Val's meds and food, I'll really need to tighten my belt this month.</span><br/><br/>And with that, the panther-officer headed off on his next adventure...<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Timeskip of about 50 minutes</span></span><br/><br/>He arrived at Val's door at about 2140. It hadn't taken him too long to get some soup, and cold medicine at the store. Plus, since he was feeling a buzz from the beer he'd consumed, he decided it'd be best to take the bullet train and have one of his Aer Vis cadets pick up his car. So, it hadn't been long at all.<br/><br/>He knocked on her door, and when she called for him to come in, he came in (obviously...). Seeing her all wrapped up, and coughing like the devil's hellhounds on crack (not sure where that came from), made him extremely concerned. ""Hey Val. You holding up? Just give me a sec, and I'll have some food cooked up for you.""<br/><br/>Jason was not a cook, but making CNS (chicken noodle soupies) from a can wasn't really all that difficult. And since the Author wanted to do it this way, he decided that there was a stovetop in Val's room, along with the requisite pot, spoon, and water supply, which his character promptly made use of.<br/><br/>When it was finished, he magically found a bowl, filled it up and brought le scrumptious soup over to his sick friend. ""Here, try some of this. And if you need it, I've got some meds for you.""<br/><br/>He took a seat right next to her (on her couch? Bed? Sofa? A nearby folding chair???? I dunno...), and politely waited for her to finish."
5868,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=325,2014-11-30T18:44:00,Perestroikavo,"Eli felt his own muscles straining under the weight, and he was dizzy from the liqour. Utimantly, it proved to be his downfall, that and the combination of his late start. Hearing the table creak under his weight, he groaned as Thad went full power. Though he was strong, he couldn't quite match the ferocity of the boy in his currenty state. His knuckles slammed down with a resounding crack into the tabletop. Shaking his hand, he cursed under his breath and took a shot. ""You won this time, but it's only the first round. I'd be willing to teach a lad like you some training techniques after this. For a price, of course."" Eli grinned smugly as the two locked hands again, waiting for another signal to start."
5869,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=325,2014-11-30T18:47:00,Arana,"Kai was silent at Eli's initial response, but then started laughing along with him. It might have been the fact that he was already getting drunk, but he was starting to like the Leviathan officer more and more. He could even look past the obvious fact that he was doing something that was probably very illegal... hell, it might even be a good way to make some money himself, if he was good enough friends with him. When the arm wrestling challenge was made, he almost accepted it himself, but another student beat him too it. Instead, he just poured himself another shot, content on getting himself drunk for the first time."
5870,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=325,2014-11-30T18:48:00,The Orson Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Perestroikavo <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22634713#p22634713"">wrote</a>:</cite>Eli grinned smugly as the two locked hands again, waiting for another signal to start.</div></blockquote><br/>Thad started to become dizzy from the alcohol as well, as it continued to have an effect on him. Nevertheless, he managed to defeat Eli. As they locked hands again, Thad would say,""I don't need your *hiccup* techniques. I will learn *hiccup* everything I need to learn from Defion. If anything *hiccup* I could teach you a couple lessons."""
5871,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=325,2014-11-30T18:58:00,Perestroikavo,"""GO!"" This time, some student shouted it out, probably one of the seniors. It didn't matter however, because Eli was ready this time, and locked up with Thad, easily matching muscle for muscle. They sat there for a moment, waiting for either of them to make a mistake, when Eli's eyes wandered onto the bodies of one of the maids. Face turning red, he forgot what he was doing and went to push his glasses up.<span style=""font-weight: bold"">WHACK.</span>Eli felt his knuckles hit hard against the table again, and kicked himself for getting distracted. Facing Thad once more as he poured the shot, he smiled. ""I'm jus' lettin' you get a bit o' a head start! Now you watch out, here I come!"" Eli downed the shot, and locked up hands with Thad again. ""You Defion blokes have a funny way of teaching. Didn't you lot have the highest casualties last year?"" Eli looked to inflame the boy's temper as a bystander shouted ""START!"""
5872,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=325,2014-11-30T19:09:00,Corrian,"When Jason came back from his phone call, looking like something had come up, Callandra stopped talking to Saito and turned to Jason, expecting that there was something up before he opened his mouth, no surprise hinted in her voice or face when he began telling her that something was in fact up. Honestly she was a little disappointed, wanting to get to know who she was going to be wingman of a little more, and she was pretty sure that he wanted to get to know her more as well, but there were of course always priorities. And since he was just your typical guy in a lot of ways, his priorities were of course a girl. Or, specifically, a friend. This was one of the times she was thankful she didn't really get close to people. It made her not have to offer favors to others, for one. Nobody went out of their way to ask her for favors when they were sick, and that was a plus side in her books. However, that didn't mean she couldn't have some fun with this, and at first she nodded her head in understanding, then smiled.<br/><br/>""Don't worry about it. A girl, eh? This is a great way for you to score some points with Valerie"" Callandra joked, grinning mischievously. While she didn't personally agree so much with making yourself loyal to one person, that didn't mean she couldn't have some fun with it. All that getting close to people did for you was bring you heartbreak in the end, especially at a place like this. But she couldn't control others lives, and wouldn't attempt to, either.<br/><br/>She was pleased that he had apparently been enjoying her company, because that meant that things were going well so far with their ""friendship"", and that would likely be beneficial to have a ""close"" bond while being someones wingman. It helped you work well together, after all. She just chuckled and nodded to the rest of what he said, and said her own bit.<br/><br/>""I'm likely gonna be getting super drunk. Do you really expect me to remember anything by tomorrow?"" Callandra asked jokingly, grinning lightly. ""In all seriousness, I tend to remember things that happened while I was drunk better than a lot of people. So I will certainly inform you of how the night went, if I do remember"" She told him, and when he winked at her, she grinned again.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Damn, this is gonna be an interesting year</span>She thought to herself, and as Jason left, she gave a quick wave.<br/><br/>With that out of the way, she turned back to Saito, and spoke up. ""Well, it looks like our group is a little smaller now. But that doesn't have to stop us from having some fun tonight!"" She grinned widely, taking another swig of her first drink...She had a long ways to go before she got too super drunk, and that was fine with her. She was in no hurry yet. But later...Later it might get quite interesting while she was drunk.<br/><br/>Callandra turned her head to the scene of a bunch of people cheering on some sort of arm wrestling competition, and she grinned. If she tried, she'd likely get her ass kicked easily, because she was small and not that good when it came to strengths. She moved a joystick around all day and flipped switches and pushed buttons. While that tended to be more of a strain on you than you might expect, especially when doing the training for the G forces, that wasn't something that exactly set you up for kicking peoples asses in arm wrestling, especially as a very small girl who was also rather short. She didn't go and join in to egg them on or anything yet, but she did watch a little, though kept her attention on Saito, not wanting to ignore him or anything."
5873,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=325,2014-11-30T20:04:00,The Orson Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Perestroikavo <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22634907#p22634907"">wrote</a>:</cite>""You Defion blokes have a funny way of teaching. Didn't you lot have the highest casualties last year?"" Eli looked to inflame the boy's temper as a bystander shouted ""START!""</div></blockquote><br/>""Those are fighting words, pal,"" That would say with his teeth gritted, as he struggled to resist Eli's push. It was getting harder and harder. ""At least we fight like real warriors. All you do is *hiccup* sit in the safety of your ship like a coward.""<br/><br/>Thad finally lost focus, and his knuckles hit the table. ""Damn it!"" he shouted, as he begrudgingly poured himself a shot of Sun Shine and drank it."
5874,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=325,2014-11-30T20:17:00,The Templar High Council,"<blockquote><div><cite>Isle of Lithonia"";p=""22634588""[quote=""The Templar High Council <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22633604#p22633604"">wrote</a>:</cite>Aiden and Lee parked somewhere on Who-Zee-Wats-It Street and walked to <span style=""font-style: italic"">Paradox</span>. Parking downtown is always a bitch. Disregarding whatever type of restaurant it was, he stepped in with a yell. ""Jason Reed! Where are you? You owe me a drink!""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Jason was actually just about to let Cal know about the situation, when Tex called for him. He turned around, the big soldier's antics managing to put a grin on his face. ""Over here, you lumbering jarhead!""<br/><br/>He walked back over to Callandra, deciding it'd be best to let her know about the problem first. ""Hey Callandra. I've got a problem I need to go deal with. I just got a hold of Valerie, and she's extremely sick. It sounded like she needed someone to go look after her for a while, and... I personally can't let a friend like her be alone. At least not on a night that's supposed to be a time where we all enjoy our last stint with freedom.<br/><br/>""So, I'm going to go look after her, maybe keep her company 'til you all get back. I'd love to stay, since I've rather enjoyed your company today. But I can't leave Val in that position.""<br/><br/>He smiled. ""But don't let that keep you from enjoying the party. Just know that I'll expect a full report on what happened tomorrow.""<br/><br/>Jason winked at her, and waited until she replied before turning to Tex. ""Aiden, I just called Val, and she's not feeling well... Okay, she sounds like crap. It's some crazy kind of cold, or something.<br/><br/>""Anyway, I'm going to go pick her up some things, and then head over and keep her company for tonight. I'd love to stay, but... you know.<br/><br/>""Just enjoy yourself tonight. And I expect you to drink enough for the both of us."" Jason lightly punched the soldier in the gut, and grinned. ""Oh, and drinks are on me tonight, so fill yourself up.""[/quote]<br/>Aiden sighed. ""Whatever man. Just tell her I said hey."" With a grin, Aiden patted Jason on the back as he left, hailing a waitress and asking for a bottle of Jack Daniel's. ""It's my favorite. Put it on his tab."" He pointed to the disappearing tail leaving the building. He got his bottle, and followed Jason's trail to where he previously was with Callandra and the others.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Corrian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22635051#p22635051"">wrote</a>:</cite>Something about Callandra</div></blockquote><br/>""So. You were with him?"" Referencing Jason, obviously. ""I'm Aiden. Nice to meet you. Before I end up somewhere else, I just wanted to say that. Was supposed to hang out with a lot of you, but Jason's gone, so now I'm gone. Enjoy your Last Night!"" With that, Aiden disappeared into the crowd, lost to all but himself and Ol' Jack."
5875,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=325,2014-11-30T20:19:00,Perestroikavo,"Despite the crowd gathered around Eli, he could feel the liqour really taking it's toll. As Thad drank a shot of Sun Shine, he laughed. His knuckles throbbed and the whole world was tilted, but Eli would never let on that he was not performing at his prime. At least, in his own mind. Glancing over at Kai, he joked. ""Hey, if I pass out, make sure nobody goes through that trench coat. Better yet, hide it."" Looking back at the large Defion boy in front of him, he gave a large grin. ""Going to lose to a squid, eh boy?"" They locked hands once more, and Eli tensed, waiting for any signal to start."
5876,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=325,2014-11-30T20:52:00,Corrian,"""Yup, that was me"" Callandra smiled, recognizing him as one of the guys that had been throwing around insults on the plane, and one of the ones she insulted with calling Defion the faction full of dick heads with more brawn than brains. So she figured he probably didn't have much of a liking of her right now, anyway. So she was going to sort of apologize to him for what had happened on the plane, but his greeting was so quick that she almost didn't have time to say anything. He was supposed to hang out with them, but apparently because Jason was gone, he was going to leave, too. Their group was really beginning to downsize because of that good ole series of events sending off your typical chain reaction. She hoped that at least enough people would join still to make it more interesting than talking to one or two people.<br/><br/>""Hey!"" Callandra shouted to him as he had been leaving. ""No hard feelings about the bad mouthing on the plane earlier. It was all just in good fun, eh?"" She smiled, not really caring what his response to her was either way. If he said nothing at all, she didn't really care. But she figured she might as well show that she didn't mean anything bad by it, even though she honestly didn't care what people thought of her either way. Best to act friendly, after all."
5877,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=325,2014-11-30T20:55:00,Saestea,"<blockquote><div><cite>Republic of Hasgriu <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22633345#p22633345"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Hmm?"" Daniel heard that voice before, on the airplane. He turned around, and found none other than Johannes. ""Hello Johannes!"" ""What are you doing?"" ""Are there penguins here? I can't seem to find any."" Daniel said in rapid succession.</div></blockquote><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Johannes Sundberg</span></span></div><br/>""Ahh, nothing really. Just wandering."" he waved it off, shaking his head. Thinking of an answer to the boy's second question, Johan closed his eyes and listened to the waves. They were loud. Very loud.<br/><br/>""There are emperor penguins in the Antarctic exhibit, and the African penguins are in the Pacific exhibit."" he said, opening his eyes. Their honking and bobbing about in the water could be heard from here. ""Would you like me to take you there?"" he asked politely, turning around in the exhibits' direction. ""Which one would you like to see first?""<br/><br/>""Also, what's your name? I gave you mine, but I don't believe I had a chance to hear yours."""
5878,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=325,2014-11-30T21:07:00,Republic of Hasgriu,"Penguins in the Arctic exhibit. Arctic and penguin did not go together in his brain. Same for African and Pacific. Daniel hoped that Johannes had simply mispronounced or misread the names.<br/>'Oh, did I not give my name?', Daniel thought. 'I was certain I did.' ""My name is Daniel Khoo, K-H-O-O. I have never been anywhere but Eureka and my home country, Indonesia. And I want to see the African Penguins first."""
5879,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=325,2014-11-30T21:23:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Johannes Sundberg</span></span></div><br/>""Oh, then... I must've not heard."" Johan shrugged, walking on. Just then, he remembered something very important... There were no penguins in the Arctic. He'd also made a mistake with the African penguins, too... Actually, he didn't. The African penguins were mixed in with the Galapagos penguins, so that they'd fit into the Pacific exhibit.<br/><br/>""Alright.."" he continued, scratching his head. What caused him to make that<span style=""font-style: italic"">stupid</span>mistake? He turned around briefly, looking rather embarrassed. ""U-uhh... The emperor penguins are in the Antarctic exhibit, I mean... My mind was wandering...""<br/>After that, hoping he'd righted his wrong, he walked faster into a building with islands and palm trees painted on it. Johan entered first, gesturing for Daniel to follow.<br/><br/>""Here it is. The African and Galapagos penguins are over there."" he pointed to the far end of the exhibit, looking to his right at the sea lion exhibit. Then he realized something else, and decided to ask about it. ""Isn't there a party tonight? Were you invited?"""
5880,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=325,2014-11-30T21:54:00,The Templar High Council,"<blockquote><div><cite>Corrian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22636144#p22636144"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Yup, that was me"" Callandra smiled, recognizing him as one of the guys that had been throwing around insults on the plane, and one of the ones she insulted with calling Defion the faction full of dick heads with more brawn than brains. So she figured he probably didn't have much of a liking of her right now, anyway. So she was going to sort of apologize to him for what had happened on the plane, but his greeting was so quick that she almost didn't have time to say anything. He was supposed to hang out with them, but apparently because Jason was gone, he was going to leave, too. Their group was really beginning to downsize because of that good ole series of events sending off your typical chain reaction. She hoped that at least enough people would join still to make it more interesting than talking to one or two people.<br/><br/>""Hey!"" Callandra shouted to him as he had been leaving. ""No hard feelings about the bad mouthing on the plane earlier. It was all just in good fun, eh?"" She smiled, not really caring what his response to her was either way. If he said nothing at all, she didn't really care. But she figured she might as well show that she didn't mean anything bad by it, even though she honestly didn't care what people thought of her either way. Best to act friendly, after all.</div></blockquote><br/>Aiden turned around to hear the little lady talk. ""What are you talking about? Only person I was concerned with was Red. Everyone else was everyone else's problem. But, I accept the apology. And apologize myself if I offended you."" A short bow, a sip of whiskey, and Aiden was still there. ""So... who else was going to meet Jay here? Might as well say hi."""
5881,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=325,2014-11-30T22:23:00,Republic of Hasgriu,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22636376#p22636376"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Johannes Sundberg</span></span></div><br/>""Oh, then... I must've not heard."" Johan shrugged, walking on. Just then, he remembered something very important... There were no penguins in the Arctic. He'd also made a mistake with the African penguins, too... Actually, he didn't. The African penguins were mixed in with the Galapagos penguins, so that they'd fit into the Pacific exhibit. <br/><br/>""Alright.."" he continued, scratching his head. What caused him to make that <span style=""font-style: italic"">stupid</span> mistake? He turned around briefly, looking rather embarrassed. ""U-uhh... The emperor penguins are in the Antarctic exhibit, I mean... My mind was wandering..."" <br/>After that, hoping he'd righted his wrong, he walked faster into a building with islands and palm trees painted on it. Johan entered first, gesturing for Daniel to follow. <br/><br/>""Here it is. The African and Galapagos penguins are over there."" he pointed to the far end of the exhibit, looking to his right at the sea lion exhibit. Then he realized something else, and decided to ask about it. ""Isn't there a party tonight? Were you invited?""</div></blockquote><br/>""Party? The invitation must have been lost in the mail, if I was even invited, I probably wouldn't go. Somehow drugs are going to get involved. Nothing good happens at parties when you bring a large group of soldiers who are about to probably get killed in battle horribly. Drugs will be involved, some drunken fisting, bottle smashing, maybe murder. Hopefully not the latter. I'm just going to stay here and watch the penguins. Get inspiration for my pieces. Find loopholes in the Geneva Convention and the Antarctic Treaty. Found a nation. Pray to God that I don't have to kill you in combat. Ponder how to best obliterate Defion infantry. Use Anthrax. I think I'm going off topic. How about you? Did you get an invitation?"" Daniel asked. Meanwhile, he began wandering around to find a good angle to look at the penguins from."
5882,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=325,2014-11-30T22:26:00,Brechalht,ignore
5883,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=350,2014-11-30T22:39:00,Corrian,"""I said some shit about your faction on the plane"" Callandra pointed out, surprised he didn't seem to remember. Not that it really mattered, but she was still surprised. She also didn't completely consider what she had said as an apology, more confirming to him that she had just been talking shit to talk shit and get into the mood of things, not actually insulting people for real. Well, even if somewhere in her mind she might agree with the words that had come out of her mouth earlier. ""I don't get offended easy"" She said in response to his apology if he had offended her. Sure, making up funny insults related to her faction could even irritate the best of you, but she still didn't really get offended, finding that whole situation earlier just humorous and entertaining, taking none of it very seriously. And she really was liking all of this bowing...<br/><br/>""I'm not sure honestly. I saw a few people get invited, but that's about it. I don't think most of them have showed up yet, surprisingly enough. You might be better off asking Saito over there"" she pointed her finger across the table, ""Though I don't know if he knows, either. I'm just waiting for more people to show up while idly chit chatting"" Callandra said.<br/><br/>""And speak of the devil, whatever the hell that means"" Callandra said when she saw Ashcroft and Lizzy walking towards them, saying some generic saying she had heard many times before that made no sense to her. ""Looks like here's two of the invited guests"" She said, giving a nod their way as they approached, smiling warmly. She smiled even bigger at Ashcroft calling her ""milady"". ""Milady, eh? These compliments today just keep on gettin' better. I can only hope they continue further"" She said in response to Ashcroft, seeming pleased, throwing on a grin now. She gave a bow of her head to Lizzy. ""It is nice to meet you, Lizzy"" She said, offering her hand out to Lizzy to shake in greeting if she wanted to."
5884,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=350,2014-11-30T22:41:00,The Templar High Council,"<blockquote><div><cite>Brechalht <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22636816#p22636816"">wrote</a>:</cite>At that precise moment, Ashcroft an Lizzy walked into Paradox. ""Hullo, Tex. I was going to meet the part here also. The Last Night, what a time! Too bad it is once a year.""<br/><br/>He smiled and waved to Callandra. ""Hello, milady! Oh, by the way, this freshman here is Lizzy. A quite nice girl, Ill vouch for her eat my honor- oh, wait, other leagues don recognize my honor. You'll just have to get to know her then."" He smiled at his own self depreciating joke. ""Lizzy, this is Callandra and Aiden. Some long time acquaintances and occasional rivals of mine.""<br/><br/>Ashcroft motioned for a waitress, noticing her dress for but a moment.<br/><br/>""Apollo, so good to see you back. I'll have to tell some of the others!""<br/><br/>""Thank you, Eliza. And could I have a- Tex, what is that? American whiskey? Ill have some of that. You know, normally I wouldn't, but you know what they say, 'When late to the bar, be scarce and drink what is out there.' I am not good at the former, but the latter I can tolerate. How have you two been?""</div></blockquote><br/>""Ashcroft."" Aiden tipped his glass at the pilot's direction, another sip and a nod. ""I just started drinkin'. Good timing too.<br/><br/>""I'll recognize your honor, just after Defion. And Leviathan. And any brave souls who stand out in Invictus. But I'll recognize ya, nonetheless. Jay just left. Said Val was sick. You shoulda seen him waggin' his tail as he left!"" He laughed. A real knee-slapper, that one. ""Lizzy, then. General Aiden Flint. Nice to meet you."" Aiden delivered a quick bow, then a sly grin to Aaron. ""I can do official. Just being free is more fun."" Sip. Wipe the lips. Look around in the crowd for someone to be on his side: Aiden found none. He sighed, staring into his whiskey. ""Wish I had more o' my boys. They got lost or somethin'."""
5885,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=350,2014-11-30T23:03:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Johannes Sundberg</span></span></div><br/>""Drugs?"" Johan gasped, drawing a hand close to his mouth in shock. ""That doesn't sound good. And neither does the rest of what you said..."" he added, shaking his head.<span style=""font-style: italic"">And Kai went to the Party, too!</span><br/><br/>Listening over the rest of what Daniel said, Johan looked worried again, less wistful. ""No... I'm not fond of going to parties."" he answered nonchalantly. He almost forgot that eventually, someone was going to have to die. If he did in the next few days, his mother would probably cry about it for weeks. But this was his choice, and his dream. They only let him, trusting his judgment and experience. Besides, he was a big boy now. He followed closely behind Daniel as he observed the penguins, trying to think up what he would do as well.<br/><br/>He would have to kill friends in this fight for survival. That didn't sound appealing at all. He wouldn't worry about himself, as death was something he felt he was prepared for, despite his age. His views on life could be considered very mature.<br/>""I hope I don't have to kill you either..."" he mumbled, wondering if he could actually bear to kill anyone at all."
5886,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=350,2014-11-30T23:12:00,Brechalht,ignore
5887,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=350,2014-11-30T23:15:00,Brechalht,ignore
5888,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=350,2014-11-30T23:30:00,Republic of Hasgriu,"Daniel knew that Johannes would be worried at the mention of drugs. He seemed like a very gentle and kind person, somebody not suited to military life. Perhaps born to a wealthy family. Johannes would probably serve as a foot soldier, and may not make his first year. Infantry were so squishy. Everything else could massacre them.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Including himself.</span><br/>But that was enough wondering about military. He could do that for the rest of the year. Now, he could simply relax. Daniel checked his bag. Inside, there was Bao Bei, Naphtali, Burberry, Lumboy, his clothes, and 36 different sweets. He took a sweet, unwrapped it, and popped it into his mouth in one swift motion. ""Do you want one, Johannes?"", he offered."
5889,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=350,2014-11-30T23:46:00,Corrian,"""Aer Vis. It is quite fun, flying planes. I love it. Always have been fascinated with planes, and now I get to fly one. It's like a dream come true being here"" Callandra said, smiling brightly. She almost said that Aer Vis was the best faction here, but thought better of it in front of the others. She downed the rest of her drink, which was almost empty, not seeming all that affected by one alcoholic drink, or considering it that strong or anything.<br/><br/>""Not surprised? Is that a compliment in itself?"" Callandra asked with a grin, enjoying these compliments probably more than she should. But what was a bit of basking in compliments here and there? It had to be harmless, right? Not that harmless really mattered to her. ""It was certainly up there, anyway"" She said with a smile. ""I feel very well treated for my first day here"" She said, dumping the last droplets left in her glass into her mouth."
5890,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=350,2014-11-30T23:51:00,Brechalht,ignore
5891,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=350,2014-12-01T00:02:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Johannes Sundberg</span></span></div><br/>From looking sad and everything, Johan's expression brightened up at the sight of candies. He smiled even more with Daniel asking if he wanted any. Johan nodded. ""Yes, please."" he said politely.<br/><br/>He wasn't sure what candies he'd get, but it didn't matter. Candies were candies. Waiting to get one, he leaned against the railing to watch the penguins scamper about in their exhibit, some of them jumping into the water, and others just lounging in the open. ""What are your subjects, Daniel?"" he asked, extending his arm into the pen for the penguins to smell. They seemed comfortable around him, too. They had never seen or smelled a fox before."
5892,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=350,2014-12-01T00:07:00,Corrian,"""This is my 2nd year, actually. But I had a set back last year, and I'm still a sophomore. I got in a crash, and almost died. But hey, I'm alive. That's all that matters. I managed to land and not explode, which is good enough for me"" Callandra shrugged her shoulders. ""Now I have a story to tell that I had a near death experience. An interesting subject, indeed"" She seemed rather casual about the whole ordeal involving her and her near death experience. She saw his momentary look at what she was wearing, but she took it as him looking her up and down, and she always enjoyed when people did that, really. She almost said something, but he asked her a different question than she had expected him to ask her. ""Bristol, England. I am sure my accent gave you a good hint at where I may have been from"" She said, smiling some more."
5893,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=350,2014-12-01T00:11:00,Brechalht,ignore
5894,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=350,2014-12-01T00:16:00,Republic of Hasgriu,"Daniel was slightly amused by Johannes's change of expression. Johannes must also like sweet food. He reached into his bag and took out a cube wrapped in plastic with the words 'Pomegranate Candy' printed on it. He hoped Johannes wasn't allergic to it. He observed the penguins react to Johannes's arm before remembering about the sweet in his hand. He put it on the hand outside the penguin pen, and then answered, ""Air Force and Cavalry. Wish they had a penguin course too. Your subjects?"""
5895,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=350,2014-12-01T00:30:00,Corrian,"""Yes, it is certainly nice for me to run across some of my fellow countrymen while I'm here. Especially when they are nice, like yourself"" Callandra grinned, throwing a compliment his way this time, instead of him throwing one her way. Might as well be flattering, right? Flattery could get you places. Many different places. And that was good enough for her. ""I am glad to see that I survived as well. Death is what it is, but I do rather like being alive to see another year here"" She said with a light chuckle. ""Of course, if you go off of my opinion of death, you probably don't even think about the fact you're dead. You're just...dead. And that's that. But another year here is still nice if I say so myself"" She said, then continued onto the next question. ""Any fighter plane that I can get my hands on, really. If it's a fighter jet, I'm happy. If I'm needed, I'll fly something bigger, like a bomber or one of those ugly ass cargo planes, but it feels much more natural for me if I fly a fighter plane over those, so that is always my preferred flying method, and because of that, that is what I usually get allowed to fly"" She told him."
5896,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=350,2014-12-01T00:31:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Johannes Sundberg</span></span></div><br/>""Thanks."" said Johan, grinning. He pulled his arm out of the penguin pen and opened the candy. Taking in its smell, he bit into it a little first, then eventually just took it into his mouth, humming to show his satisfaction.<br/>""Penguin course?"" he chuckled, still chewing the candy in his mouth. After his laughing he answered, ""Infantry and Armor. We own a lot of tanks back at home. Sometimes I wish I could bring a few of them here..."""
5897,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=350,2014-12-01T00:38:00,Brechalht,ignore
5898,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=350,2014-12-01T00:43:00,Republic of Hasgriu,"He<span style=""font-weight: bold"">owned</span>tanks. Daniel was quite taken aback by that statement. Johannes' s family was certainly rich, but he did not expect them to be that wealthy. He wondered how they became so wealthy. Mercenaries usually want their children to follow in their footsteps, but Johannes didn't look trained at all, though he was in STAG. He asked quizzically, ""Are they in working condition? How did your family manage to procure the vehicles? Does your family own any planes or ships?""<br/>He really needed to stop asking questions in bursts like that."
5899,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=350,2014-12-01T00:58:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Johannes Sundberg</span></span></div><br/>""Yes. Sometime before I came here, min pappa found me a Panther<span style=""font-style: italic"">and</span>a Jagdpanther! He brought some experts and mechanics in as well so they could get it working. I used to drive tanks all the time behind our house. My dad is a doctor, but my grandfather was a great, great lawyer. So my father inherited all the money he earned and added to it. We don't have any ships, but there are a few planes. Like my dad's favorite, the deHavilland Dragon, and the Bombardier that's always in the hangars. See, daddy loves history, like me. With so many museums being damaged by war these days, he thinks we should help preserve them. He does the same with animals too, you know"". explained Johan, rolling the candy along his tongue as he spoke.<br/><br/>He didn't sound prideful at all, but he spoke with a matter-of-fact tone. It was obvious by the look on his face that he missed his parents and his tanks and all those animals, but it was his own choice to come here. His parents loved and cared for him deeply, but they would rather not see him sad because he couldn't get out there and see the world, no matter how screwed up it was, and how dangerous it could be to him."
5900,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=350,2014-12-01T01:58:00,Corrian,"Callandra chuckled at his comment about covering him, and shook her head playfully. ""I'm pretty sure it will likely automatically be my, and the others job to protect the bomber. It only makes sense, the smaller planes protecting the largest"" She said, nodding her head lightly. She pondered getting herself another drink, but didn't move to do so quite just yet. She wanted to keep talking, if she could think of anything to say. This man seemed like quite the interesting one to talk to. In fact, almost everyone she had talked to today seemed interesting. But most people were interesting in some way. Though there were certainly the boring ones who didn't stand out very well at all, because they fit into about every generic stereotype you could think of. That didn't typically make you a very interesting person, she thought. Nobody she met today fit into said stereotypes.<br/><br/>""Looks like the alcohol is beginning to get to you"" Callandra said, noticing something looking a little off about him after his last drink. She grinned lightly. ""Trust me, I know the signs"" She said with a laugh."
5901,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=350,2014-12-01T07:54:00,The Templar High Council,"<blockquote><div><cite>Brechalht <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22637150#p22637150"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Templar High Council <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22636916#p22636916"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Ashcroft."" Aiden tipped his glass at the pilot's direction, another sip and a nod. ""I just started drinkin'. Good timing too.<br/><br/>""I'll recognize your honor, just after Defion. And Leviathan. And any brave souls who stand out in Invictus. But I'll recognize ya, nonetheless. Jay just left. Said Val was sick. You shoulda seen him waggin' his tail as he left!"" He laughed. A real knee-slapper, that one. ""Lizzy, then. General Aiden Flint. Nice to meet you."" Aiden delivered a quick bow, then a sly grin to Aaron. ""I can do official. Just being free is more fun."" Sip. Wipe the lips. Look around in the crowd for someone to be on his side: Aiden found none. He sighed, staring into his whiskey. ""Wish I had more o' my boys. They got lost or somethin'.""</div></blockquote><br/>Lizzy shook his hand, and smiled. ""A pleasure to meet you, Tex. I understand you know Aaron?""<br/><br/>Ashcroft cocked his head. ""General, Tex? A wonderful promotion, how did you come by it? It is unfortunate your boys couldn't be here, a general always needs his army. However, I promise to be an adequate drinking partner.""<br/>He took a sip of his whiskey to underscore his point.</div></blockquote><br/>""I know 'im. I know 'im well enough."" Aiden nodded to Lizzy, a barely perceptible grin on his face. ""Well, in the wake of some bad training, Axel's senior choice for the spot got exed in a sim. Something went wrong and he never ejected. So he asked me."" Aiden couldn't stand getting any more sober and somber than he was now. He drank a good amount of the whiskey left in the bottle, now drained to less than half.<br/><br/>""Well. You need me for somethin', let me know. I'm going to get drunk and have fun. This is too depressing."" Aiden waved behind him as he walked into the crowd, intent on leaving now."
5902,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=350,2014-12-01T07:58:00,Republic of Hasgriu,"""Panther?"" Daniel echoed in surprise. The machines were around a century old already. To be able to obtain such a thing, Johannes's family must have a lot of money, influence, or both. Just how rich was his family? Unfortunately, they did not seem to have any military aircraft, only commercial piston-engine planes, as deHavilland was not a name he recognised.<br/><br/>Preservation, huh? People tend to care about themselves more often than others, let alone non-living things and animals. Though it wasn't just museums being damaged, hospitals, schools, power stations, and landmarks were also being destroyed. But at least they were contributing, so that was one thing to respect him and his family for. He wondered if they had penguins, but that was unlikely, due to the low temperatures required for penguins.<br/><br/>""What's the time?"" Daniel asked unconsciously, as if he was asking the rest of the world."
5903,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=350,2014-12-01T08:04:00,Brechalht,ignore
5904,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=350,2014-12-01T08:07:00,Brechalht,ignore
5905,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=350,2014-12-01T13:09:00,Corrian,"""I don't really get hangovers. And even if I do, I know the secrets to taking care of hangovers next morning"" Callandra said with a light chuckle, and a grin on her face. ""So I can concoct something in the morning and take care of myself. No big deal"" She said, waving off hangovers like they were no big deal. She didn't know how she was going to actually get back to the barracks tonight, but that was another story. And really, did it matter if she did? She could wake up in the morning and just find her own way back instead. As long as she didn't get there late, anyway...She'd rather not be late on her first day. That wouldn't go over all too well. ""No problem. I understand a lot of things"" She said with a cheeky grin.<br/><br/>""Anyway, I shall be right back"" Callandra said, and since I forgot to mention her picking up her wallet to take with her to Paradox, let's just assume she did, shall we? She pushed herself to her feet, and approached the two increasingly drunken boys who had been arm wrestling, holding her wallet in her hand.<br/><br/>""If you have any left, how much for one of those bottles of Sun Shine?"" Callandra asked, unsure if the man in charge was even coherent enough to answer that question anymore."
5906,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=350,2014-12-01T13:17:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Johannes Sundberg</span></span></div><br/>Johan nodded to Daniel, noting his expression and tone. ""Yes. A German Panther, as well as its Tank Destroyer variant."" he said, ""I don't know how much it cost my father, but he said not to worry because he had it all covered.""<br/><br/>In deep thought, Johan shrugged to Daniels question, sinking further. His choice was to come to this academy, participating in the S.T.A.G program. But why was he feeling scared all of a sudden? Why did he feel like he was going to die soon? He had no answer. It would arrive when it arrived. Clenching his fists, he brought up all the determination he could muster up and swore on his granparents' graves that he wouldn't die during his first test."
5907,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=350,2014-12-01T13:25:00,Terintania,"Landon, who prefered to go by 'volt', headed towards, Paradox, to join the other Cadets, and perhaps learn more about the Academy. He was more interested in hanging out than drinking, and he wasn't sure what to think of the other cadets drinking, as many of them were quite young. He gave a quiet sigh, then wagged his tale, looking perky as he headed in to the building. He looked around, taking in the sights, his tail wagging all the while. He looked rather like an excited puppy. He didn't know anyone here, so he just went up to a random person. ""Hi!"" He said, grinning,""This place is cool."" His faintly glowing eyes darted around, taking in information about everything. Literally. The contacts on his eyes processed information about each thing he looked at, storing anything noteworthy to be looked at on his phone later."
5908,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=375,2014-12-01T18:26:00,Icrum,"Lizzy looked around after shaking the two junior's hands. She looked for anyone she knew. But with Paradox being crowded by drunk students, it was hard to find anyone she was looking for.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Nevermind that, I'm here with Aaron. That's good enough for me.</span>Lizzy thought. She then grabbed another shot of whiskey and drank it, letting the cold liquor slide down her throat. She then let the whiskey begin to work its magic. She started to see her vision blur. She knew that the alcohol was really beginning to take its effect.<br/><br/>""Hey Aaron, wanna sit?"" Lizzy asked with a little slur to her voice as she walked towards table 16. She just needed to sit. And some water."
5909,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=375,2014-12-01T18:46:00,Republic of Hasgriu,"Talking about old tanks made Daniel bored. He wondered if he could work here. It seemed like a nice place, and there were penguins, which was the icing on the cake. He hoped they had some open positions, preferably something financial-related, though being a guide would also be acceptable.<br/><br/>Not really having anything to say, and trying to lighten the mood, he asked Johannes, ""Do you like music? And what kind? I personally enjoy classical music, especially slower pieces, with around Moderato tempo. But only on the piano. It's the only instrument I'm familiar with."""
5910,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=375,2014-12-01T18:49:00,Brechalht,ignore
5911,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=375,2014-12-01T19:04:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Johannes Sundberg</span></span></div><br/>""I can sing, and play the electric guitar."" Johan said that last part with a little laugh. ""Some people are really surprised when they find that out... It seems that I look like the type to play orchestral music and such...""<br/><br/>""I've always wanted to play a piano, but the only one in our house is my father's and he'd be very angry if I used it. It's from my granddad, you see. Very old, fragile, valuable. Not even my father uses it. From what I know that old thing's been there since my granddad was still around. He played piano all the time, and they never moved it from that spot."" he went off saying, feeling as if he should start reminiscing as early as now, while he was still breathing.."
5912,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=375,2014-12-01T19:19:00,Icrum,"<blockquote><div><cite>Brechalht <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22645540#p22645540"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Icrum <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22645191#p22645191"">wrote</a>:</cite>Lizzy looked around after shaking the two junior's hands. She looked for anyone she knew. But with Paradox being crowded by drunk students, it was hard to find anyone she was looking for.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Nevermind that, I'm here with Aaron. That's good enough for me.</span> Lizzy thought. She then grabbed another shot of whiskey and drank it, letting the cold liquor slide down her throat. She then let the whiskey begin to work its magic. She started to see her vision blur. She knew that the alcohol was really beginning to take its effect. <br/><br/>""Hey Aaron, wanna sit?"" Lizzy asked with a little slur to her voice as she walked towards table 16. She just needed to sit. And some water.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Of course I would!""<br/><br/>Aaron took his leave and headed to table 16, still quite steady on his feet. <br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Benefits of being a pilot, no? Always steady.</span><br/><br/>He sat down, admittedly, rather heavily, on the seat next to her. <br/><br/>""Some place, no? They might not be the best crowd, but they are our comrades come tomorrow.<br/><br/>Lizzy, do you remember those days we spend at the Ashcroft Compound as children? I do, I loved them.""<br/><br/>He paused a moment to adjust his coat, then began again.<br/><br/>""You know, at one point I though we had some form of a childish relationship going. You know, those ones that last a day or two in primary school?""<br/><br/>He stopped again, taking a sip of his drink.<br/><br/>""But why not? Hmm? Those feelings might still be there, and I feel them. Lizzy, would you like to be my girlfriend?""<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Hmm. That was sudden. Well, I said it, and I do believe I mean it.</span></div></blockquote><br/>Lizzy looked at Aaron with shock. She was just asked out by the dude she loves after 8 years of waiting. Lizzy then out of nowhere leaped at Aaron and hugged him.<br/><br/>""YES! YES YES, OF COURSE!"" Lizzy screamed with delight. She hugged him tightly. Maybe the whiskey was working a little more effectively than she expected. She normally wouldn't act like this. Then again, she was just asked out by the boy she did love with all of her heart.<br/><br/>""I have been waiting for this moment since I met you!"" Lizzy said very happily. She then planted a deep kiss on Aaron's lips. She was to happy to settle on a regular kiss. She sat there kissing him until he would do something to stop it."
5913,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=375,2014-12-01T19:41:00,Brechalht,ignore
5914,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=375,2014-12-01T19:55:00,The Orson Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Perestroikavo <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22635821#p22635821"">wrote</a>:</cite>Despite the crowd gathered around Eli, he could feel the liqour really taking it's toll. As Thad drank a shot of Sun Shine, he laughed. His knuckles throbbed and the whole world was tilted, but Eli would never let on that he was not performing at his prime. At least, in his own mind. Glancing over at Kai, he joked. ""Hey, if I pass out, make sure nobody goes through that trench coat. Better yet, hide it."" Looking back at the large Defion boy in front of him, he gave a large grin. ""Going to lose to a squid, eh boy?"" They locked hands once more, and Eli tensed, waiting for any signal to start.</div></blockquote><br/>As another one of the students gave the signal, the competition began once more. However, Thad was now completely out of it. He was incredibly dizzy, and everything looked like it was spinning. Thad lost his concentration, and his knuckles hit the table.<br/><br/>""Well, looks like *hiccup* I...."" Thad began to say, but he was so confused that he began speaking gibberish. He then reached for the =bottle of Sun Shine, but instead of pouring himself a shot, he began to drink the entire bottle."
5915,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=375,2014-12-01T20:04:00,Perestroikavo,"Eli laughed at the drunkeness of Thad before another wave of nasuea and dizzyness hit him. And then he realized that he was drinking straight from the bottle. ""Oi, ye can't do that..."" Thad turned to look Eli in the eyes, and gave him a knowing smile. ""Wh-yyyyyy I'll knock you senslesh.."" Thad raised his eyebrows at the comment, and pushed himself up, dropping the bottle. Eli bolted upright as well. They both put their fists up as if to fight, and locked eyes for a moment. Eli smiled, his eyes rolled back in his head, and his face smashed into the table while his body dropped into the seat, blood from his nose dripping off the side. Thad wouldn't get the satisfaction of seeing that however, because at the same time, the Sun Shine had taken full effect, and he too, dropped unconsious into the seat, making the match a tie."
5916,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=375,2014-12-01T20:07:00,The Templar High Council,"<blockquote><div><cite>Perestroikavo <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22646645#p22646645"">wrote</a>:</cite>Eli laughed at the drunkeness of Thad before another wave of nasuea and dizzyness hit him. And then he realized that he was drinking straight from the bottle. ""Oi, ye can't do that..."" Thad turned to look Eli in the eyes, and gave him a knowing smile. ""Wh-yyyyyy I'll knock you senslesh.."" Thad raised his eyebrows at the comment, and pushed himself up, dropping the bottle. Eli bolted upright as well. They both put their fists up as if to fight, and locked eyes for a moment. Eli smiled, his eyes rolled back in his head, and his face smashed into the table while his body dropped into the seat, blood from his nose dripping off the side. Thad wouldn't get the satisfaction of seeing that however, because at the same time, the Sun Shine had taken full effect, and he too, dropped unconsious into the seat, making the match a tie.</div></blockquote><br/>""Well. Isn't THIS a pretty sight."" Aiden arrived at the table just in time to see the two boys collapse, his whiskey still in hand. ""I'll take care of these two, you all give me some space."" Aiden made a hole in the crowd. By force. And was preparing to pick up both of them and get them home."
5917,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=375,2014-12-01T20:37:00,Corrian,"""Well so much for a drink of Sun Shine"" Callandra muttered to herself, shaking her head lightly as the two arm wrestling boys passed out. Man, the night had just begun, and they had already passed out? She really did think some people were insane with their drinking habits. Shrugging her shoulders, shoving her wallet back into her pocket, she moved out of the way of Aiden so he could take care of matters related to the two super drunk students who clearly failed at finishing their arm wrestling competition.<br/><br/>At that point, she turned back to Aaron...Only to see a girl kissing him and seeming all lovey dovey over him all of a sudden, and she blinked her eyes for a moment, then shook her head some more.<span style=""font-style: italic"">It seems as if everyone is getting too close to each other for their own good. Oh well, they brought the heartbreak onto themselves...</span>She thought. Though maybe he was just kissing some random pretty girl because he felt like it, and she went along with it, though there seemed to be...more to it than that, especially with how happy the girl seemed.<span style=""font-style: italic"">And it doesn't seem like I'm going to have a partner for tonight, either. Oh well...</span>She thought some more, and sighed in person. Going to the bar, she asked for a rum and coke mixed drink, waited to get said drink, and on her way back to go and sit with Saito or someone like that, she bumped into a new boy she hadn't recognized at previous ""Last Night"" events. But there were so many Cadet's, it wasn't like she could remember everyone's faces. Though she was good with faces, and names, and even if she saw them briefly, she usually remembered them in some way or other. Which led her to believe that this must be a Freshman. Or just one of those many people that made it hard to store everyone's faces in her mind.<br/><br/>""Hello"" Callandra said to the boy, smiling warmly up at him, noticing that his personality acted like a happy puppy. She figured he must have spliced with some super cheery dog, because it seemed to have affected his personality. Just the way he was acting didn't seem like your typical cheery human's personality, and he was obviously spliced. ""This place is quite the interesting experience. We call it the Last Night. The Last Night before you're owned by the Academy most of the time"" She chuckled lightly at the meaning behind the name. ""Which, of course, can be quite fun as well, but having a little fun before things get serious is always fun as well"" She grinned.<br/><br/>""Pardon my asking, but are you a Freshman? I don't recognize your face, and for that matter, your personality, which I do have to say would be quite notable"" Callandra said, grinning some more, clearly referring to his energetic personality.<br/><br/>""The name's Callandra, by the way"" Callandra said, putting her hand out in front of her for a handshake to this boy."
5918,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=375,2014-12-01T21:10:00,The Templar High Council,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Templar High Council <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22646706#p22646706"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Perestroikavo <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22646645#p22646645"">wrote</a>:</cite>Eli laughed at the drunkeness of Thad before another wave of nasuea and dizzyness hit him. And then he realized that he was drinking straight from the bottle. ""Oi, ye can't do that..."" Thad turned to look Eli in the eyes, and gave him a knowing smile. ""Wh-yyyyyy I'll knock you senslesh.."" Thad raised his eyebrows at the comment, and pushed himself up, dropping the bottle. Eli bolted upright as well. They both put their fists up as if to fight, and locked eyes for a moment. Eli smiled, his eyes rolled back in his head, and his face smashed into the table while his body dropped into the seat, blood from his nose dripping off the side. Thad wouldn't get the satisfaction of seeing that however, because at the same time, the Sun Shine had taken full effect, and he too, dropped unconsious into the seat, making the match a tie.</div></blockquote><br/>""Well. Isn't THIS a pretty sight."" Aiden arrived at the table just in time to see the two boys collapse, his whiskey still in hand. ""I'll take care of these two, you all give me some space."" Aiden made a hole in the crowd. By force. And was preparing to pick up both of them and get them home.</div></blockquote><br/>And so he did. Aiden stuck the JD in his pocket, hoisted Eli over his shoulder, and grabbed Thad under his other arm. ""Make way! Make way! Gotta get outta here!"" Aiden pushed out the door to<span style=""font-style: italic"">Paradox</span>and walked to where he parked. He had to put both the guys across his hood, but he pulled his keys out and went for the trunk.<br/><br/>But Aiden felt another jingle in his pants. Another ring of keys were in his pocket. Curious, Aiden clicked the unlock button. A nearby<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://www.ubersox.net/blog/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/charger.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Charger</a>beeped with joy. Aiden slowly looked back and forth between the two beautiful examples of American Muscle, awestruck. Then he smiled. ""Looks like someone just got me a gift for my promotion. Probably won't mind much."" Aiden pulled the bags out of his trunk and pulled the hood over the Renegade, before loading the luggage into the Charger's trunk. Then loading the two drunken sophomores into the backseat and sitting in the leather driver's seat. Insert the keys, turn over the engine,<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://youtu.be/xzm-7I7dnts?t=1m16s"" rel=""nofollow"">oh, what beautiful sounds</a>.<br/><br/>""I'll be back, Rene. I promise."" Aiden said to his own vehicle, still on the side of the road, as the Charger sallied up and took off down the street, off to Aiden's small home on the island."
5919,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=375,2014-12-01T21:36:00,The Orson Empire,"The Sun Shine, in combination with all of that beer and whiskey Thad had drank had finally taken a toll on him. Thad couldn't understand what Eli said, and then, he blacked out and slumped into his seat. Thad did not resist when Aiden first put him over the trunk of his car, and then put him into the backseat of the Charger. As Aiden rushed off towards his home on the island, Thad slumped over and laid across Eli's stomach."
5920,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=375,2014-12-01T21:43:00,Perestroikavo,"Eli, recently slightly awoken from his drunken slumber from being dropped on the hood of a car, vaguely felt a body slump on him. In his drunken state however, he had no idea on who it was. Glancing down, he thought he saw Elizabeth. For some reason however, she was a lot bigger than he remembered. Eli hugged her head.<span style=""font-style: italic"">My, she really needs to shave.</span>He felt her face for a few moments more before he felt his stomach beginning to heave. Patting her head a couple times, Eli smiled, laughed, and vomited all over the back seat of the car, his trench coat, and Lizzy. Squinting again, he realized that it was Thad, and not Lizzy lying on him. He went to resist, and slumped over, his head resting on Thad's shoulder, and passed out into blissful sleep."
5921,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=375,2014-12-01T21:52:00,The Orson Empire,"Thad briefly awakened but went back to sleep, and he did not know Eli had thrown up on him. He thought the vomit was grass, as he had begun dreaming. Thad thought he was back in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma (his home town), and he could see the various houses and buildings that he was familiar with. He then saw his dad holding a whip, preparing for another of Thad's usual beatings.<br/><br/>""Daddy please, don't.."" Thad began to say in his sleep."
5922,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=375,2014-12-01T22:05:00,TriStates,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic"">The Great Escape</span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cast:</span><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i1283.photobucket.com/albums/a558/NikoSuave2/tb-guy_zps9bcfc407.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">FLD MRSH. Joshua Fisk</a>,<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i1283.photobucket.com/albums/a558/NikoSuave2/e328a477-b88f-425c-a307-af86796fcc7a_zpsac5fc6a9.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">LT. Varsoyn ""Alphabet""</a>,<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i1283.photobucket.com/albums/a558/NikoSuave2/f92c9df1-46a6-4824-8340-f7f857b7356a_zps9b56d3fa.png"" rel=""nofollow"">SGT MAJ. Jessica O'Flattery</a><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Scene:</span>Valston City, Enroute to Paradox Maid Cafe<br/><br/>""All my life, all I've wanted to ever be is pirate!"" declared Leuitenant Varsoyn ""Alphabet"" seriously. The blond haired Russian Second Year followed this statment by shouting a mixture of English and Russian, happily if incoherently, outside the front passenger window of the speeding<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://www.mhtwheels.com/images/gallery/08-F250-Octane-800-3.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Ford F-250</a>. Tearing rubber down the asphalt with an<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://cdn.ladylibertyflag.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/buy_time_flies_rum_pirate_flag-01-01.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Invictus, black, jolly roger flying proudly from atop</a>, the truck's driver could only laugh riotously, slamming his hand down on the trucks horn as the Russian Leuitenant swung precariously close to falling out the window.<br/><br/>""Get back in here you crazy Ivan!"" hollared Field Marshal Joshua Fisk good-naturedly as he let go of the wheel, turning to grabbed a hold of Alphabet's back belt to keep the 16 year old from going airborne.<br/><br/>""Thunderin' Jaysus!,"" Jessica shouted, her Gaelic accent slipping in, as she feverently jumped out of her seat in the back, grabbing a hold of the wheel in time to avoid a pair of cement street dividers. Turning her blazing gaze towards Joshua, she bellowed ""Are ya tryin' to git us kilt ya daff, country-ass idjit?!""<br/><br/>""At ease, Sergeant Major!"" stated Fisk with a joking smile, shooing her away from the wheel as he resumed driving, having succesfully recovered the Russian riding shotgun from learning how to fly. ""Your too wound up Jess. Your gonna get wrinkles if you keep scowling like that.""<br/><br/>""Shut ya gob ya black-bastard of a nutter!"" Jessica continued at length, cursing and preaching to the two men in front of her at length. Most of it was so swallowed up in her accent, which came out when she was aggitated, no one would have made tales or heads of it anyhow. The red-head Cadet was beginning to regret busting these two out from their respective prisons: Fisk with his General Staff paper work, and Varsoyn being completely entrapped by swooning freshmen girls.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">I should have just left their asses to rot.. now look at where I am..</span>she grumbled in her mind.<br/><br/>""Is true, is true!"" chimbed in Varsoyn, noddng sagely. Having started his drinking since before the flight, the alcoholic teen found pearls of wisdom in the damndest places.<br/><br/>""You will look like grandmother before long. Crinkling, saggy and veiny! Like raisen! You be raisney grandmother!""<br/><br/>Jessica's eyes narrowed to slits as the two men in the front howled with laughter.<br/><br/>""On second thought, I think the air is good for you!""<br/><br/>Jumping forward, she grabbed Varsoyn by the scruff of his neck, forcing the scrawny Russian's head and upper body out of the window and into the blasting cold. Joshua could do nothing by laugh at the sight of the two others struggling. As they neared the location of the popular Maid Cafe, they passed a Dodge Charger as they bounded a corner sharply. The chance for an audience prompted Varsoyn to wave his hands waving out erratically as he shouted the Invictus slogan to the driver of the vehical.<br/><br/><div align=""center"">""<span style=""font-weight: bold"">NEVER SAY WE DIE! WOOOOOH!</span>""</div><br/><br/>What a strange sight it must have been. A person hanging out the window, one seemingly trying to throw him out, and the other cackling madly as he watched the other two. And as quick as it happened, the heavy truck continued on its trail blazing path towards the Maid Cafe, pulling to a full halt half way through the parking lot.<br/><br/>""Damn, 70 to 0 in a second flat! Bet you never saw driving like that outside of Hollywood huh?"" commented Fisk proudly, as he set the beast of an auto in park, helping out the Russian Leuitenant and the Irish Sergeant before all three entered laughing, yelling, and being all around rowdy into the Cafe. They had a fourth member of their little group to surprise. And Colonel Saito Tsukuda wouldn't see it coming."
5923,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=375,2014-12-01T22:15:00,The Templar High Council,"<blockquote><div><cite>Perestroikavo <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22647633#p22647633"">wrote</a>:</cite>Eli, recently slightly awoken from his drunken slumber from being dropped on the hood of a car, vaguely felt a body slump on him. In his drunken state however, he had no idea on who it was. Glancing down, he thought he saw Elizabeth. For some reason however, she was a lot bigger than he remembered. Eli hugged her head. <span style=""font-style: italic"">My, she really needs to shave.</span> He felt her face for a few moments more before he felt his stomach beginning to heave. Patting her head a couple times, Eli smiled, laughed, and vomited all over the back seat of the car, his trench coat, and Lizzy. Squinting again, he realized that it was Thad, and not Lizzy lying on him. He went to resist, and slumped over, his head resting on Thad's shoulder, and passed out into blissful sleep.</div></blockquote><br/>""Son of a bitch!"" Aiden swerved on the dark road, thankful for the lack of traffic. Except the big Ford truck, which thundered by in Aiden's panic over the vomit. ""Dammit Red! You're cleaning that up tomorrow!"" The Charger continued on its path out of town, not too far to be considered gone, but obviously not within city limits. All windows were down, exposing the trio to the cold night air.<br/><br/>They finally came to a stop outside a<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://fortikur.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/Build-a-Vacan-Log-Cabin.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">decently sized log cabin</a>. Aiden parked the car, then hurriedly opened the back door behind the passenger where Eli sat. Luckily, most of the vomit was on the two drunken fools in his backseat, but someone was cleaning this shit. Now.<br/><br/>""Get the fuck up! I gotta get a damn towel to clean this shit up!"" Aiden left the door ajar and ran inside for a towel. It took only a moment, and he was back outside wiping the seat off before the other two even knew what was going on. ""Dammit, dammit, dammit. Not even my car! Well, not legally. But still!"""
5924,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=375,2014-12-01T22:37:00,Icrum,"<blockquote><div><cite>Brechalht <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22646303#p22646303"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Icrum <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22645994#p22645994"">wrote</a>:</cite></div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Holy- Wait, what? I- Oh. Well. Perhaps I should. Hmm. Maybe just a bit longer- alright.</span><br/><br/>Ashcroft was surprised, to say the least, but not opposed in the slightest. His mind processed the information rather slowly, but once it caught on, it picked up the drift quickly.<br/><br/>He kissed her one more time, then pulled away. <br/><br/>""Well, I am glad you accept! I didn't expect that- but I sure enjoyed it.""<br/><br/>He put his arm around her, and called out:<br/><br/>""One round on me, everyone, and a toast, to STAG, and the Last Night!""<br/><br/>Turning back to Lizzy, he said ""But water for you. I think you need to be coherent for tomorrow.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Well, I think we should head back to your place. I need to get set up for tomorrow anyways."" Lizzy said to Aaron with a little slur to her voice. She then grabbed some random dudes water and drank some of it. She then put it back down and grabbed Aaron's hand. She still couldn't belive that she was to be dating Aaron. The man she had loved for years.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">It looks like I need to hide better. Oh well, I can do this.</span>Lizzy thought to herself. She had a plan though. As long as she went to bed after Aaron, she'd be fine.<br/>""I just need to get my clothes unpacked, my shower stuff, and all 4 of my video game consoles."" Lizzy said, adding some emphasis to the last bit. She did love to play games. Her favorite games were the games that had you flying planes. She then grabbed the same dude's water and drank it."
5925,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=375,2014-12-01T22:44:00,Terintania,"Volt's tail continued to wag happily, fanning whoever may have been behind him. Or possibly whipping them, depending on how close they were. If they got whipped, it might beg the question as to why they were close enough behind him to get hit with his tail, but it<span style=""font-style: italic"">was</span>a public space, and a bar, no less, so there could be drunk people stumbling around. His eyes also continued to dart around, before fixing on the girl in front of him. The programs in his contacts processed information about her, like how she could very well be his age, despite her looking younger, due to her height and general appearance.<br/><br/>He grinned at her when she greeted him in return. Many things raced through his mind as he was informed about the 'Last Night'. Her explanation sounded surprisingly disapproving, talking about enjoying themselves before being owned by the Academy, for someone who had most likely volunteered for this, but he figured she was just teasing the Academy. ""Having fun is fun?"" He said, grinning crookedly as he pointed out what she'd said, his tail continuing to was endlessly<br/><br/>""Yup. Fresh meat for the grinder,"" He chuckled, grinning some more when she said his personality was quite notable. Not that he ever stopped grinning, but you get the point.<br/><br/>""I'm Landon, but you can call me Volt,"" He said, shaking her hand enthusiastically,""Callandra is a cool name. I don't think I've ever heard it before."""
5926,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=375,2014-12-01T22:49:00,Perestroikavo,"Eli stirred groggily at Aiden yelling at him and Thad to get out of the car. Feeling saucy, he pushed Aiden's hands back, and leaned forward to try and get out of the car. This not only achieved his goal, but Eli ended up on top of Aiden. Now, he had already been somewhat attracted to the boy, however, he had never acted on his forbidden desires before. Unfortunatly, the alchohol hand turned off his impulse control. Laying there for a moment, his and Aiden's faces inches apart, he slurred out a few words. ""I'm shorry. I didn't mean those tings 'bout your boys back on the plane."" In a bold move, Eli pressed his lips against the older boy's for a moment, and then promptly passed out, in the same position."
5927,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=375,2014-12-01T22:52:00,Brechalht,ignore
5928,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=375,2014-12-01T23:09:00,Arana,"Kai blinked in surprise as the two sophomores passed out in front of him. For a moment, he was worried about the two (well, about Eli, he had no idea who the other guy was), but then another student offered to take care of them. Satisfied with that, Kai went back to drinking, until he noticed something. Where Eli had been sitting before, there were now two things: a set of car keys, and a small bag full of white powder. Quickly, he grabbed both and stuck them in his pocket, finishing his drink before heading outside. Eli's car wasn't terribly difficult to find, being from 1914 and all, and Kai drunkenly unlocked it, getting inside and shutting the door. He probably wouldn't mind... after all, Kai was just keeping it from getting stolen. Idly, he looked down at the bag of powder, not quite able to determine what it was in his drunkenness. His solution to the problem? Opening the bag and sniffing it. Immediately after, he realized his mistake, but by then it was too late.<br/><br/>The rush was similar to that of blood... it made him feel alive and more aware, like he could do anything. It felt so good, he didn't notice the twitching in his hands, or the facts playing in his head about cardiac arrest and convulsions. Not really thinking all that clearly, he inhaled quite a bit more of the drug, wiped off his nose just in case anyone came by, and started up the car. He was probably good enough to drive back to the aquarium... so what if he was high... and drunk... and didn't have a driver's license... somehow he actually ended up making it there without crashing or being arrested, even if he couldn't remember about half of the drive. Parking across two spaces, he snuck into the aquarium through a back entrance and found his way to the shark tanks.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Hey guys... back from the party...</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""color: #00BFFF"">Child, you reek of alcohol and... IS THAT WHAT I THINK IT IS?</span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""color: #0040FF"">Oooooooooh...</span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Fuck you... wait, how do you even know what that smells like?</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""color: #00BFFF"">NOT IMPORTANT.</span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""color: #0080FF"">I'd kinda like to know too...</span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""color: #0040FF"">Shh... let him get in trouble.</span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Whatever... was a hell of a party...</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""color: #00BFFF"">GET IN THIS TANK RIGHT NOW BEFORE I COME OUT THERE.</span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">If you come out here you'd die.</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""color: #00BFFF"">JUST GET IN THE TANK.</span></span><br/><br/>Groaning, Kai climbed up the ladder and dove into the tank, swimming around for a moment before sticking his head out. Wondering if any of his friends were still there, he started yelling.<br/><br/>""Helloooooo? Anybody still here?""<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""color: #00BFFF"">Silence. You're going to wake the whole aquarium.</span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">So... you're not mad about the-</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""color: #00BFFF"">YES I'M MAD ABOUT THE DRUGS.</span></span>"
5929,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=375,2014-12-01T23:16:00,Corrian,"""Well, having fun here is fun, and so are the war simulations and such. Flying a plane is fun. I was just poking fun at the Academy for practically owning us. But we willingly signed up for this, right? So it's not like I can complain, and I don't really, because like I said, I find it fun, too. Just a different kind of fun than getting wasted at a cafe"" Callandra chuckled lightly.<br/><br/>Callandra laughed. ""Pretty much. Though we can hope that isn't the case, eh?"" She said, grinning. Of course, in reality, if he died, he died, and that was that to her, but she could still enjoy some conversation about hoping that he would live, even if in reality she didn't care either way what happened to him, really. Though if he was going to be a fighter pilot, the more pilots that survived the better, of course. ""Landon is a cool name as well. I've only heard such a name a couple of times before"" She said while smiling at him. ""But yes, I will call you Volt if you prefer that over Landon. And thank you. I always found my name rather cool and unique"" She smiled, bowing lightly to him in a thanks.<br/><br/>With an alcoholic drink in both hands now, she glanced towards Saito, and saw that the girl she had seen with Saito earlier had arrived now, with what appeared to be a few others.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Good, it looks like the party has truly started, even if we're down a few number of people due to certain circumstances</span>She thought to herself, and turned back to smile at Landon.<br/><br/>""Say, Volt, would you like to join me and the others? We were starting to form a group of party goers for a great and fun Last Night, and to me it looks like the rest of the gang has arrived"" Callandra said, gesturing to the boy with wings, and then to the group that had just arrived. With his apparent acceptance to her offer, she nodded, and led him towards their table.<br/><br/>""I'm back with a new party guest"" Callandra said to Saito, and by now, probably the others. She smiled warmly at Landon/Volt, then sat down and placed the two glasses of alcohol in front of her face. ""It looks like the night is about to really begin!"" She said with a cheerful, louder than normal laugh."
5930,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=375,2014-12-01T23:30:00,Republic of Hasgriu,"Daniel's dreams of turning into a flying penguin were interrupted by a faint yelling. It was very unclear, and he had no idea what it was, or who said it, but he was fairly certain it had come from inside the aquarium. Realising Johannes probably had superior hearing to his, he asked him, ""Hey, Johannes, did you hear somebody yelling? Is there anybody else in this aquarium? Night-shift workers, guards, the like? """
5931,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=375,2014-12-01T23:45:00,Icrum,"<blockquote><div><cite>Brechalht <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22648036#p22648036"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Icrum <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22647962#p22647962"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Well, I think we should head back to your place. I need to get set up for tomorrow anyways."" Lizzy said to Aaron with a little slur to her voice. She then grabbed some random dudes water and drank some of it. She then put it back down and grabbed Aaron's hand. She still couldn't belive that she was to be dating Aaron. The man she had loved for years.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">It looks like I need to hide better. Oh well, I can do this.</span> Lizzy thought to herself. She had a plan though. As long as she went to bed after Aaron, she'd be fine.<br/>""I just need to get my clothes unpacked, my shower stuff, and all 4 of my video game consoles."" Lizzy said, adding some emphasis to the last bit. She did love to play games. Her favorite games were the games that had you flying planes. She then grabbed the same dude's water and drank it.</div></blockquote><br/>""Alright... Let's go then. It is time.""<br/><br/>Smiling at the man whose drink had been stolen, he gave him a fiver. <br/>After leaving a generous tip for the waitresses, he waded goodbye to the others.<br/><br/>Ashcroft left with Lizzy and walked hand in hand to his car.<br/>""Off we go. What did I tell you, the Last Night was quite wonderful. Now let's see if you can get up in the morning... Make sure to drink water- your own this time.""<br/><br/>Arriving at the flat, he carried her things in.<br/><br/>""As you know, there is your room, bathroom. Kitchen is there, and the living area will house your games. I will see you at 3 tomorrow for breakfast, we report at four. All good?""<br/><br/>He gave her a hug and kiss, and headed to his room. <br/><br/>""I will be taking a shower and going straight to bed. I will make eggs tomorrow, but no tea."" He called out before shutting his door.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Any more of that drink, and I would have not done well.</span><br/>He rubbed his eyes, hung his clothes, and stepped into the shower.</div></blockquote><br/>""Love you!"" Lizzy called out to Aaron before he shut his door. She then turned to look at the living room.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Hmm. This'll be good. I can put my consoles here, the laptop charger there, and the games here.</span>Lizzy planned in her head. After planning she went to her bags and opened the biggest one. In it was her Terminal S, Xbox New, Gaming Pyramid, and her blue laptop. She grabbed the first three and, one at a time, plugged them in. She looked at her handiwork and admired it. The Terminal S, or as she called it, the S Cube for its cube shape, sat still in all its glory. The Terminal S was a black console no bigger than the old GameCube. It was developed by Solarium Games Studios, owned by Aiden Young and Kevin Delaney. Both of whom where family friends of Oscar Wellington, as he helped with creature designs for their first game Galaxia. On top of the Terminal S sat the Gaming Pyramid. A green pyramid console developed by Leet Gamers Studious. A small company that started off by making the controversial Hell's Redemption. Which was one of Lizzy's favorite games. And finally came the Xbox New. The newest Xbox from Microsoft, it was designed to match the Terminal S in terms of graphics and memory. It did match up to it, but at the cost of games. No one wanted to make a game for a console that may never work. But the few games that were made before it was famous were games Lizzy loved to play.<br/><br/>""Well here we go. Now to get all 74 of my games and organize them, and I'll be ready to binge when I can."" Lizzy said to herself after setting the consoles up. She then went into her room and opened up another bag, this time with 74 neatly organized games. Of the 74 games were All 3 current Galaxia games, 56 Plane simulators, An old game called Game Dev Tycoon, and a myriad of other games. After some organizing, Lizzy looked at the games.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">What to play first? Well I haven't played Air Wing 2 in a while and my Wingman might be wondering what happened to me. I play that for a while.</span>Lizzy determined. She then grabbed her headset, put Air Wing 2 into the S Cube, grabbed her headset and mic, and turned on the console. After a loading screen where a chibi Riff and Finn, both famous characters from Galaxia and the mascots of Solarium Game Studious, come on, the console started up. Lizzy checked her messages and found one lonely message. It was from MaStErGaMeR94, her AW2 wingman. It read<span style=""font-style: italic"">Message me when you back on, I got a new fighter and it's kickass.</span>Lizzy then invited her buddy to group chat, and they played AW2.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">0:00 Hours</span></span><br/>""Hey buddy, I got to go. I need sleep for school tomorrow."" Lizzy said to her friend as they won the match.<br/>""Aight, I guess I should sleep to. I have a road trip to go on with my family, and I ain't looking forward to it."" MaStErGaMeR94 said as he went offline. After turning off the S Cube, Lizzy got up and took a shower. She let the warm water hit her bare skin, which help to relax some sore muscles from playing S Cube for to long, and washed her hair of all the sweat and dirt in it. After her shower, Lizzy got her pajamas on. After reading a Animal Farm, an old book that her dad recommended for her to read, Lizzy turned of the lights and went to sleep."
5932,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=375,2014-12-02T00:39:00,Vancon,"<blockquote><div><cite>Isle of Lithonia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22634588#p22634588"">wrote</a>:</cite>He arrived at Val's door at about 2140. It hadn't taken him too long to get some soup, and cold medicine at the store. Plus, since he was feeling a buzz from the beer he'd consumed, he decided it'd be best to take the bullet train and have one of his Aer Vis cadets pick up his car. So, it hadn't been long at all.<br/><br/>He knocked on her door, and when she called for him to come in, he came in (obviously...). Seeing her all wrapped up, and coughing like the devil's hellhounds on crack (not sure where that came from), made him extremely concerned. ""Hey Val. You holding up? Just give me a sec, and I'll have some food cooked up for you.""<br/><br/>Jason was not a cook, but making CNS (chicken noodle soupies) from a can wasn't really all that difficult. And since the Author wanted to do it this way, he decided that there was a stovetop in Val's room, along with the requisite pot, spoon, and water supply, which his character promptly made use of. <br/><br/>When it was finished, he magically found a bowl, filled it up and brought le scrumptious soup over to his sick friend. ""Here, try some of this. And if you need it, I've got some meds for you."" <br/><br/>He took a seat right next to her bed and politely waited for her to finish.</div></blockquote><br/>""Don't mind if I do,"" said the girl inbetween coughs and baited breath as she looked up at Jay. Even if he was normally shorter then her, she had to look up to him to get the bowl. It was pretty weird for her, seeing as she is used to looking down on people. She grabbed the spoon with a shaky hand and raised it up to her lips. The soup warmed up her head like a fireball in the Arctic, and like the analogy, the heat dissipated just as fast as it came.<br/><br/>She gave back the bowl to Jay and fell back in her bed. She pulled the covers up to her nose and hid the majority of her face, due to equal amounts of just simply feeling super cold and having her pale white face turned into a tomato from embarrassment of being cared for by another person, and a boy to boot.<br/><br/>""Hey, I think I might need to go to the hospital. This is getting pretty ridiculous,"" said the ginger girl."
5933,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=400,2014-12-02T02:12:00,TriStates,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Corrian""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Corrian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22648136#p22648136"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Well, having fun here is fun, and so are the war simulations and such. Flying a plane is fun. I was just poking fun at the Academy for practically owning us. But we willingly signed up for this, right? So it's not like I can complain, and I don't really, because like I said, I find it fun, too. Just a different kind of fun than getting wasted at a cafe"" Callandra chuckled lightly.<br/><br/>Callandra laughed. ""Pretty much. Though we can hope that isn't the case, eh?"" She said, grinning. Of course, in reality, if he died, he died, and that was that to her, but she could still enjoy some conversation about hoping that he would live, even if in reality she didn't care either way what happened to him, really. Though if he was going to be a fighter pilot, the more pilots that survived the better, of course. ""Landon is a cool name as well. I've only heard such a name a couple of times before"" She said while smiling at him. ""But yes, I will call you Volt if you prefer that over Landon. And thank you. I always found my name rather cool and unique"" She smiled, bowing lightly to him in a thanks.<br/><br/>With an alcoholic drink in both hands now, she glanced towards Saito, and saw that the girl she had seen with Saito earlier had arrived now, with what appeared to be a few others. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Good, it looks like the party has truly started, even if we're down a few number of people due to certain circumstances</span> She thought to herself, and turned back to smile at Landon.<br/><br/>""Say, Volt, would you like to join me and the others? We were starting to form a group of party goers for a great and fun Last Night, and to me it looks like the rest of the gang has arrived"" Callandra said, gesturing to the boy with wings, and then to the group that had just arrived. With his apparent acceptance to her offer, she nodded, and led him towards their table.<br/><br/>""I'm back with a new party guest"" Callandra said to Saito, and by now, probably the others. She smiled warmly at Landon/Volt, then sat down and placed the two glasses of alcohol in front of her face. ""It looks like the night is about to really begin!"" She said with a cheerful, louder than normal laugh.</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/>He had lost sight of the Aer Vis girl as she had made her way around the crowd, though he occasionally caught brief glimpses of her between the rotating bodies of people, both cadets and resturant workers. Eventually, he had folded his wings back into their resting postion. While it did him good to have them out, it was getting increasingly difficult to find 12 feet of extra space when more and more people arrived. So, it was with as much an idea to numb the throbbing pain as it was to pass the time that he slowly emptied the bottle of whiskey, he had been more than a little surprised when the familiar voice of the girl came to him as she shouted jubilantly.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Thought she would have paired up with some other people or group by now.. maybe someone more her speed..</span><br/><br/>Saito didn't count himself in that catagory. While she said she found him 'fun', as she put it, the Oriental cadet wasn't use to making fast friends. A talent which she apparently hand, and used often.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Might as well be friendly.</span><br/><br/>""And I had thought it already had,"" spoke Saito, tipping a glass filled with golden-brown liqour in a toast to Callandra, throwing back the drink and quickly refilling another. Placing the newly filled cup down, he turned toward the new person that had joined the table.<br/><br/>""Good to meet you, Saito Tsukuda. I go by White Knight-""<br/><br/>""And what the hell are we? Chopped<span style=""font-style: italic"">bortsch</span>?"" interrupted Varsoyn loudly, a obvious alcohol-induced slur in his voice.<br/><br/>""-And this blonde, Ivan armpit of Eastern Europe is...,"" continued Saito, pausing briefly. His eyebrows knitted together in frusteration, as if he was reaching for a thought he couldn't grasp. ""How do you say it again?"" he asked the scrawny Russian.<br/><br/>""Varsonofy Molotov Krestovozdvizhensky,"" stated the 16 year old Sophmore proudly.<br/><br/>""Right... we just call him Alphabet,"" replied Saito, winking at Callandra and the new comer as if telling an inside joke. Turning to the other two, he continued.<br/><br/>""Then we have our Fighting Irish tanker, Jessica O'Flattery.""<br/><br/>""Not much for formalities. Everyone just calls me Oddball,"" chipped in the female Sergeant Major with a nodd in Callandra's direction.<br/><br/>""Of course you probably saw this old bastard out on the field earlier with the other Fourth Years, but I'll introduce him anyway: Joshua Fisk, head of Invictus and our fearless leader.""<br/><br/>""Only when I have to be,"" joked Joshua, giving a playful grin to all present,""callsign is Chaos, or just C for short.""<br/><br/>""And thats everybody whose here. You've met the crew,"" finished Saito, turning his attention back to Callandra as his friends made themselves. ""So two questions: Whose your friend, and whats your posion on this auspicious evening?"""
5934,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=400,2014-12-02T03:16:00,Corrian,"Callandra smiled brightly, taking a swig of her coke mixed with rum drink, savoring the taste for a moment with a smile. And then the rest of the gang fully arrived, and began introducing themselves. ""It is a pleasure to meat you all"" She said to every single one of them, giving them all a warm smile as a greeting. She chuckled at the Russian's ridiculously long last name that even she, who could pronounce things quite well, couldn't figure out for the life of her how to say, even right after he had just said his name in full. ""if we are going by callsigns, I like to call myself Midget Magic"" She said with a grin, hoping that her nickname that she gave herself would get a laugh out of the others because of her obvious shortness. The name had been around for her since she started, but she wasn't sure who all actually knew her briefly or her callsign. So she figured she might as well tell them.<br/><br/>""Well, he told me that he likes to be called Volt"" Callandra said, smiling at the puppy like boy. ""As far as my poison, right now, we got that delicious mix of rum and coke"" She waved her glass in the air, then put it back down and grabbed her other glass, ""And just beer, though not generic beer, because it's actually pretty good"". With that, she looked towards Landon, and pushed her beer towards him. ""It's yours if you like"" She told him."
5935,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=400,2014-12-02T03:39:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Johannes Sundberg</span></span></div><br/>""Hm?"" Johan nodded to Daniel, his ears perked. His nose was twitching as well as he quickly turned his head towards the building's exit tunnel. ""I heard someone. I think I recognize them, as well."" he said, walking towards the open doors. The penguins within the exhibit followed Johan until he was out of sight, then went back to dilly-dallying inside their pen.<br/><br/>""I know someone who works here, so it's very likely that he's come to visit."" added Johan, stuffing his left hand into his pocket as he grabbed his suitcase handle and started to drag it down the path leading to the other Pacific exhibits. Walking once again into the shark tank complex, Johan set his suitcase aside and leaned against it as he watched Kai. The candy that Daniel had given to him was still in his mouth, melting slowly. Johan looked rather disinterested, wrinkling his nose constantly. Something with a rather foul smell had been around very recently. Its smell was fresh. Bending over, Johan followed the trail and found that it led towards the tank.<br/><br/>""What's that?"" he asked, sniffing the air. ""It smells... It smells awful!"" he covered his nose, shaking his head."
5936,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=400,2014-12-02T04:50:00,The Templar High Council,"<blockquote><div><cite>Perestroikavo <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22648019#p22648019"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Templar High Council <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22647835#p22647835"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Son of a bitch!"" Aiden swerved on the dark road, thankful for the lack of traffic. Except the big Ford truck, which thundered by in Aiden's panic over the vomit. ""Dammit Red! You're cleaning that up tomorrow!"" The Charger continued on its path out of town, not too far to be considered gone, but obviously not within city limits. All windows were down, exposing the trio to the cold night air.<br/><br/>They finally came to a stop outside a <a class=""postlink"" href=""http://fortikur.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/Build-a-Vacan-Log-Cabin.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">decently sized log cabin</a>. Aiden parked the car, then hurriedly opened the back door behind the passenger where Eli sat. Luckily, most of the vomit was on the two drunken fools in his backseat, but someone was cleaning this shit. Now.<br/><br/>""Get the fuck up! I gotta get a damn towel to clean this shit up!"" Aiden left the door ajar and ran inside for a towel. It took only a moment, and he was back outside wiping the seat off before the other two even knew what was going on. ""Dammit, dammit, dammit. Not even my car! Well, not legally. But still!""</div></blockquote><br/>Eli stirred groggily at Aiden yelling at him and Thad to get out of the car. Feeling saucy, he pushed Aiden's hands back, and leaned forward to try and get out of the car. This not only achieved his goal, but Eli ended up on top of Aiden. Now, he had already been somewhat attracted to the boy, however, he had never acted on his forbidden desires before. Unfortunatly, the alchohol hand turned off his impulse control. Laying there for a moment, his and Aiden's faces inches apart, he slurred out a few words. ""I'm shorry. I didn't mean those tings 'bout your boys back on the plane."" In a bold move, Eli pressed his lips against the older boy's for a moment, and then promptly passed out, in the same position.</div></blockquote><br/>Aiden didn't even think at this point. He pushed Eli up off of him, and delivered a strong right hook to the side of his face. If he wasn't out before, he was now. Aiden then pushed the boy off, rolling him into the dirt that served as his driveway. ""You're sleeping out here... piece of shit."" Maybe a kick for good measure... nah. Fucker's already gone.<br/><br/>So Aiden dragged Thad inside, because he didn't vomit on his car, didn't insult him, and didn't act like a queer to him, and put him on the couch. Aiden wasn't too big on ""walls"" downstairs. It was mostly open, with a kitchen off to the left of the door and a living room to the right. A few columns supported the second floor, which was where Aiden's bedroom was, along with a study/library/computer room.<br/><br/>(What? YES, Aiden reads. Quit being an asshole.)<br/><br/>There were empty rooms upstairs and under the stairs, but they were just that: empty. Aiden lived out here by choice, but he didn't live alone by choice. Just circumstance. So after he put Thad to sleep on the couch, considered putting Eli on the road in only his underwear, decided against it, and drank a glass of milk, Aiden climbed the stairs to his room and laid down to sleep. It didn't come easy. He felt that he should do something for the drunken fucker outside. ""FINE. Fucking FINE."" Aiden dragged (not carried) Eli inside, knocking his head on the stairs as they went. He put him on the second, larger couch in the living room and pulled his jacket off (I've got a heater. You'd be too hot). It smelled mostly of vomit, so he left it alone on the floor.<br/><br/>THEN he went to sleep. And slept a little better. Especially with his door locked."
5937,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=400,2014-12-02T06:17:00,The GAmeTopians,"<blockquote><div><cite>Corrian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22648136#p22648136"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Well, having fun here is fun, and so are the war simulations and such. Flying a plane is fun. I was just poking fun at the Academy for practically owning us. But we willingly signed up for this, right? So it's not like I can complain, and I don't really, because like I said, I find it fun, too. Just a different kind of fun than getting wasted at a cafe"" Callandra chuckled lightly.<br/><br/>Callandra laughed. ""Pretty much. Though we can hope that isn't the case, eh?"" She said, grinning. Of course, in reality, if he died, he died, and that was that to her, but she could still enjoy some conversation about hoping that he would live, even if in reality she didn't care either way what happened to him, really. Though if he was going to be a fighter pilot, the more pilots that survived the better, of course. ""Landon is a cool name as well. I've only heard such a name a couple of times before"" She said while smiling at him. ""But yes, I will call you Volt if you prefer that over Landon. And thank you. I always found my name rather cool and unique"" She smiled, bowing lightly to him in a thanks.<br/><br/>With an alcoholic drink in both hands now, she glanced towards Saito, and saw that the girl she had seen with Saito earlier had arrived now, with what appeared to be a few others. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Good, it looks like the party has truly started, even if we're down a few number of people due to certain circumstances</span> She thought to herself, and turned back to smile at Landon.<br/><br/>""Say, Volt, would you like to join me and the others? We were starting to form a group of party goers for a great and fun Last Night, and to me it looks like the rest of the gang has arrived"" Callandra said, gesturing to the boy with wings, and then to the group that had just arrived. With his apparent acceptance to her offer, she nodded, and led him towards their table.<br/><br/>""I'm back with a new party guest"" Callandra said to Saito, and by now, probably the others. She smiled warmly at Landon/Volt, then sat down and placed the two glasses of alcohol in front of her face. ""It looks like the night is about to really begin!"" She said with a cheerful, louder than normal laugh.</div></blockquote><br/>Carolin walked up to Callandra.<br/>""Would you like some wine miss?""<br/>She handed Callandra a shot glass, not waiting for a reply, and promptly filled it."
5938,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=400,2014-12-02T07:02:00,Republic of Hasgriu,"""Alcohol? This smells like alcohol. Who's been drinking on the job?"", Daniel said, mystified by its presence. Then a gleam caught his eye. There was a faint trail of whitish powder on the aquarium floor. He picked it up with his finger, and examined it. It didn't look like salt or sugar. Then he licked it. A terrible decision on Daniel's part.<br/><br/>""Ach! What is this, heroin, cocaine, or methamphetamine? It tastes dreadful!"", Daniel said, disgusted. That was just a trace amount, so how could one possibly get addicted to this substance? It didn't taste good at all. His taste buds were scarred for life. ""Johannes, we have a high drunkard on the loose. This isn't ending well."""
5939,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=400,2014-12-02T08:36:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Johannes Sundberg</span></span></div><br/>Johan looked behind him at Daniel who had apparently licked some of the strange white powder. He made a face and shook his head. That wasn't a very smart thing to do. With a shrug, he nodded. ""I've noticed."" he said, looking up at Kai, in the tank. He crossed his arms over his chest and frowned. ""Is it you, Kai?"" asked Johan as quietly as he could so as not to let Daniel hear.<br/><br/>""I know what heroin, cocaine, and methamphetamine are. None of them are pleasant."" he told Daniel, ""My father had patients who took that stuff and got into accidents or fights."""
5940,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=400,2014-12-02T10:30:00,Isle of Lithonia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Vancon <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22648408#p22648408"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Don't mind if I do,"" said the girl inbetween coughs and baited breath as she looked up at Jay. Even if he was normally shorter then her, she had to look up to him to get the bowl. It was pretty weird for her, seeing as she is used to looking down on people. She grabbed the spoon with a shaky hand and raised it up to her lips. The soup warmed up her head like a fireball in the Arctic, and like the analogy, the heat dissipated just as fast as it came. <br/><br/>She gave back the bowl to Jay and fell back in her bed. She pulled the covers up to her nose and hid the majority of her face, due to equal amounts of just simply feeling super cold and having her pale white face turned into a tomato from embarrassment of being cared for by another person, and a boy to boot. <br/><br/>""Hey, I think I might need to go to the hospital. This is getting pretty ridiculous,"" said the ginger girl.</div></blockquote><br/>Jason quietly sat, watching over his (slightly taller) friend. Normally she was quite the... tough girl? No, that's not quite right. She was pretty tough, mentally, but that just wasn't the word. Maybe... Yes, independent. That's the word. Independent.<br/><br/>Valerie was a very independent person, a born leader. She was used to having others rely on her, and Jason was pretty sure that she wasn't used to relying on other people. And now that the tables were flipped on her, he had no doubt that the glimpse he got of her face reddening was a sign of her embarrassment. And it was... so... cayuuuuuuu...<br/><br/>No, he needed to focus on helping her out. Letting his hormones get to him wasn't going to be of use to her, definitely not now. And hell, he never said something was cute. Okay, take that back. He often said it of puppies and those cute little kittens he took care of at the shelter. But he<span style=""font-style: italic"">never</span>would say that of another human being, at least not one of his age. And not a girl. And definitely not Valerie. Obviously not. He had just a bit more dignity than that...<br/><br/>Seeing she was finished, he smiled at her. ""I'm not too terribly good of a cook, so hopefully that cold made its taste bearable for you.""<br/><br/>He began walking over to put the bowl away when she asked about going to the hospital. He replied over his shoulder, ""I'll take you over there then. Can't have you out in this cold alone, you'll just kill yourself. Just let me head to my place, and I'll grab my winter coat. And if you don't have a heavy enough jacket, I've got an extra one.""<br/><br/>Reaching the sink, he placed the bowl in it, rolled up his sleeves, and began to quickly clean up after himself (i.e. wash dishes, put the leftover soup in a covered bowl and stick it in the fridge, clean the pot and silverware, etc.)."
5941,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=400,2014-12-02T11:51:00,Corrian,"Callandra hadn't really tried much wine, tending to lean towards stuff like rum, Whiskey (Well, when she just wanted something quick and strong anyway), vodka, beer, and various other mixes of drink. So she didn't much know what a lot of the wines really tasted like. Wine was pretty much drinking rotten grapes, so she did always find that weird how that apparently tasted good. It wasn't that she was against wine though, she just wasn't used to having much, so she didn't complain about the sudden offered drink by the girl. She gave a warm smile towards the girl, and spoke.<br/><br/>""Yes please"" Callandra said, nodding her head at the girl, and after she finished pouring, said ""Thank you"". Now she had 3 glasses of alcoholic beverages in front of her...Well, unless Volt took her offered drink, of course. Than she would only have two. She didn't immediately take a sip of the wine, but looked quite appreciative of Carolin's sudden offer of wine. ""I know Jason said all the drinks were on him already, but I don't have to pay you, do I?"" She asked the girl jokingly before she left."
5942,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=400,2014-12-02T13:18:00,Arana,"Kai grinned and waved at Johannes and... the other guy. After swimming around a bit, he answered in a slightly slurred and clearly drunk voice.<br/><br/>""Is what me? Hey, you shoulda come to the party. Had a helluva time, even if it was mostly just drinking... mighta had a bit too much to be honest.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""color: #00BFFF"">A bit? You reek of alcohol.</span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""color: #004080"">She's right. I can smell it.</span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Well I must have spilled on myself.</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""color: #0040FF"">Yeah, cause you were so drunk. And you didn't bring any back for us!</span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Pretty sure it would have killed you.</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""color: #0040FF"">Still!</span></span>'<br/><br/>It was then that Kai took another look at the other guy. For whatever reason, he was licking coke off the ground...<br/><br/>""So... uh, who's your friend? Does he know you're supposed to sniff that? It's actually not that bad, sort of like blood, but lasting longer.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""color: #00BFFF"">It is nothing like blood.</span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""color: #004080"">Yeah... wait, how do you know that?</span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Yeah... something you aren't telling us Makuahine?</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""color: #00BFFF"">Quiet. You're in enough trouble as it is.</span></span>"
5943,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=400,2014-12-02T14:07:00,Terintania,"'Of course having fun is fun. It wouldn't be having fun if it wasn't fun, that's the fun of having fun,"" Volt said, just trying to confused to bejeebus out of her now, and get the point across as to what he's been trying to say that she'd clearly just totally missed.<br/><br/>""Well, duh,"" He said, chuckling. He wasn't in a hurry to die, but he did know the risks when he joined up here. His parents also knew the risks, which is why they didn't want him to go. But- no, those were thoughts for another time. Focus on the conversation, Landon. ""Thanks,"" He said to the compliment about his name, his tail wagging slightly faster<br/><br/>He grinned at her invitation, his eyes 'lighting up' with the fact that she wanted him to join them, rather than just leaving when her friends arrived. ""Of course I'll join you!"" He said happily, following her, his tail wagging even faster now as his eyes darted around the group, gathering basic information about all of them.<br/><br/>He watched the others like an excited puppy as they were introduced, not even bothering trying to commit the Russian's name to memory. It was pointless, really. He needed a good nickname. He chuckled at the Callsign, and the wink, pretty sure he got the joke. ""Nice to meet you, White Knight, Alphabet, Oddball and Chaos,"" He said cheerfully. He snorted slightly when Callandra revealed her callsign, though he clearly tried to stifle it, in case she found the snort offensive.<br/><br/>When Callandra introduced him, he gave a flamboyant, over-dramatic bow, chuckling. Straightening up, he listened to what Callandra said, deciding to accept her offer of a beer. Sure, he was being a bit of a hypocrite, but it wasn't like he was planning on getting wasted. ""Thanks,"" He said, smiling at her, before taking a sip of the beer. His parents had let him have an alcoholic drink here and there, though never enough to affect him, so he knew what to expect. Beer wasn't his favorite, but it wasn't bad. ""So, as the nooby here, can you tell me what I might expect here? I grew up hearing about this place, but I imagine the stories are a lot different than reality."""
5944,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=400,2014-12-02T14:53:00,Corrian,"""I think my brain hurts now"" Callandra said in response to Volt's first comment related to fun. She was pretty sure she got what he was trying to say this time, but her brain still hurt. Playfully going along with that, she rubbed her forehead like she suddenly got a headache. Which she didn't quite yet...The headaches would come later. Before passing out and forgetting you had a headache. Then waking up and having a headache again. She laughed at her own playfulness, then moved on.<br/><br/>""Good! The more the merrier!"" Callandra said cheerfully when Volt accepted her invite for him to come and join her and her ""friends"", or more like acquaintances. ""You know, every time I say one of these cliche sayings like I just did, I feel like I lost some IQ points. They're so cheesy and generic"" She chuckled lightly, shaking her head. She really didn't like generic sayings/catchphrases/whatever the heck they're called like ""Break a leg"", ""the more the merrier"", and whatever one she had said sarcastically earlier that I forgot. While she didn't have a super high opinion of peoples decisions to be partials for whatever reason, she did find his tail wagging all excitedly when he got excited to be rather amusing to watch, though she didn't show her amusement all that much.<br/><br/>Callandra seemed to catch Volt's snort, and if anything, all she did in response to him snorting slightly was look amused and like she was going to laugh herself. She had picked the name because it sounded silly after all. So when people laughed at it, she didn't find that to be a problem or insulting, she found it to be enjoyable to see people laugh at her choice of a callsign if anything. Now if she always got referred to as Midget Magic, and not by her name, then she might get a little irritated by it after a while.<br/><br/>""No problem. While I don't plan on being terribly sober by the end of the night, I don't need 3 drinks"" Callandra said with a laugh. She sipped her wine now, not sure on her opinion of it yet. As mentioned before, wine wasn't really entirely her thing. And this one was no exception, though she did find that she liked this particular wine more than the typical one she had taken sips of before. ""If you want to try anything else, Volt, just ask and I'll let you try some of my drinks"" She told him, wanting to be friendly to the newcomer of the group. Getting the best introduction to the place you would now be calling home for the rest of the year she always thought was a good thing. While she hadn't drank much when she first arrived when she was 13, she still felt welcomed here on her first day 2 years ago. The 2nd year was when she truly got drunk. And she liked to share such a welcoming experience to the other newcomers that she tended to end up being around. Even if they ended up dying a few days later and she probably wouldn't even blink an eye or have a second thought on them, despite getting to know them.<br/><br/>""Explosions, planes, tanks, boats, missiles, guns, death, fun, drinking, sex, stuff like that"" Callandra grinned at her joke answer to Volt's question. Though there could certainly be all of the above as well, joking response or not. There was still a bit of truth to it, she thought. ""On an actual serious note. depends what you want to know, I guess. We could probably go on for a long time explaining to you all the inane little details about this place and what to expect, but they'll probably drill all of that into your head come tomorrow anyway. But if you want to know anything in particular, I am sure we would be willing to answer"" She looked at the others as she said those words."
5945,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=400,2014-12-02T16:42:00,Republic of Hasgriu,"Daniel stared at the tank. There was what he presumed was a shark partial swimming around inside with other sharks. ""This is why I don't like parties. They lead to drunk people like you and drug addicts. Who are you, what are you doing here?"" Daniel had never tried any more alcohol than a teaspoon of Bloody Mary. He then decided to stick to non-alcoholic beverages. And that lick was the first time he had ever tried drugs, though apparently it wasn't the correct way to take it. Not that he cared. He preferred not getting arrested by the authorities on the Last Night."
5946,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=400,2014-12-02T17:06:00,Arana,"Kai stared back at the boy. He smelled human, although in his current state it was a bit tricky to tell. What he could easily tell, however, is that this kid was going to annoy him.<br/><br/>""For your information, I'm no drug addict, although I am kinda drunk at the moment. But hell, I'm old enough to come here and learn how to kill people, I'd imagine I'm old enough to put whatever the hell I want in my body. As for what I'm doin here, the hell does it matter to you?""<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""color: #00BFFF"">Stop being so rude.</span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">I'm not bein rude, just speakin my mind is all.</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""color: #00BFFF"">Yes, yes you are. All the drugs and alcohol have gotten to your head.</span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Well you have to admit I have a point...</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""color: #00BFFF"">Perhaps, but you should still be more polite.</span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Ugh... fine...</span><br/><br/>""As for the name, just call me Kai."""
5947,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=400,2014-12-02T19:28:00,TriStates,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Dat Length""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Terintania <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22653219#p22653219"">wrote</a>:</cite>'Of course having fun is fun. It wouldn't be having fun if it wasn't fun, that's the fun of having fun,"" Volt said, just trying to confused to bejeebus out of her now, and get the point across as to what he's been trying to say that she'd clearly just totally missed.<br/><br/>""Well, duh,"" He said, chuckling. He wasn't in a hurry to die, but he did know the risks when he joined up here. His parents also knew the risks, which is why they didn't want him to go. But- no, those were thoughts for another time. Focus on the conversation, Landon. ""Thanks,"" He said to the compliment about his name, his tail wagging slightly faster<br/><br/>He grinned at her invitation, his eyes 'lighting up' with the fact that she wanted him to join them, rather than just leaving when her friends arrived. ""Of course I'll join you!"" He said happily, following her, his tail wagging even faster now as his eyes darted around the group, gathering basic information about all of them.<br/><br/>He watched the others like an excited puppy as they were introduced, not even bothering trying to commit the Russian's name to memory. It was pointless, really. He needed a good nickname. He chuckled at the Callsign, and the wink, pretty sure he got the joke. ""Nice to meet you, White Knight, Alphabet, Oddball and Chaos,"" He said cheerfully. He snorted slightly when Callandra revealed her callsign, though he clearly tried to stifle it, in case she found the snort offensive. <br/><br/>When Callandra introduced him, he gave a flamboyant, over-dramatic bow, chuckling. Straightening up, he listened to what Callandra said, deciding to accept her offer of a beer. Sure, he was being a bit of a hypocrite, but it wasn't like he was planning on getting wasted. ""Thanks,"" He said, smiling at her, before taking a sip of the beer. His parents had let him have an alcoholic drink here and there, though never enough to affect him, so he knew what to expect. Beer wasn't his favorite, but it wasn't bad. ""So, as the nooby here, can you tell me what I might expect here? I grew up hearing about this place, but I imagine the stories are a lot different than reality.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Corrian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22653723#p22653723"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I think my brain hurts now"" Callandra said in response to Volt's first comment related to fun. She was pretty sure she got what he was trying to say this time, but her brain still hurt. Playfully going along with that, she rubbed her forehead like she suddenly got a headache. Which she didn't quite yet...The headaches would come later. Before passing out and forgetting you had a headache. Then waking up and having a headache again. She laughed at her own playfulness, then moved on.<br/><br/>""Good! The more the merrier!"" Callandra said cheerfully when Volt accepted her invite for him to come and join her and her ""friends"", or more like acquaintances. ""You know, every time I say one of these cliche sayings like I just did, I feel like I lost some IQ points. They're so cheesy and generic"" She chuckled lightly, shaking her head. She really didn't like generic sayings/catchphrases/whatever the heck they're called like ""Break a leg"", ""the more the merrier"", and whatever one she had said sarcastically earlier that I forgot. While she didn't have a super high opinion of peoples decisions to be partials for whatever reason, she did find his tail wagging all excitedly when he got excited to be rather amusing to watch, though she didn't show her amusement all that much.<br/><br/>Callandra seemed to catch Volt's snort, and if anything, all she did in response to him snorting slightly was look amused and like she was going to laugh herself. She had picked the name because it sounded silly after all. So when people laughed at it, she didn't find that to be a problem or insulting, she found it to be enjoyable to see people laugh at her choice of a callsign if anything. Now if she always got referred to as Midget Magic, and not by her name, then she might get a little irritated by it after a while.<br/><br/>""No problem. While I don't plan on being terribly sober by the end of the night, I don't need 3 drinks"" Callandra said with a laugh. She sipped her wine now, not sure on her opinion of it yet. As mentioned before, wine wasn't really entirely her thing. And this one was no exception, though she did find that she liked this particular wine more than the typical one she had taken sips of before. ""If you want to try anything else, Volt, just ask and I'll let you try some of my drinks"" She told him, wanting to be friendly to the newcomer of the group. Getting the best introduction to the place you would now be calling home for the rest of the year she always thought was a good thing. While she hadn't drank much when she first arrived when she was 13, she still felt welcomed here on her first day 2 years ago. The 2nd year was when she truly got drunk. And she liked to share such a welcoming experience to the other newcomers that she tended to end up being around. Even if they ended up dying a few days later and she probably wouldn't even blink an eye or have a second thought on them, despite getting to know them.<br/><br/>""Explosions, planes, tanks, boats, missiles, guns, death, fun, drinking, sex, stuff like that"" Callandra grinned at her joke answer to Volt's question. Though there could certainly be all of the above as well, joking response or not. There was still a bit of truth to it, she thought. ""On an actual serious note. depends what you want to know, I guess. We could probably go on for a long time explaining to you all the inane little details about this place and what to expect, but they'll probably drill all of that into your head come tomorrow anyway. But if you want to know anything in particular, I am sure we would be willing to answer"" She looked at the others as she said those words.</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/>""I think Cally here spelled it out pretty good,"" agreed Saito, ""you my friend, have just arrived in the safest, and most dangerous, place on Earth."" Lifting his whiskey glass in a salute towards Volt, as if making it here were an achievement in itself.<br/><br/>""Too right,"" chimbed in Jessica, downing a draught from her own glasses. Bringing the mug down on the table loudly, she pointed a finger out towards Volt. ""If it ain't the drink thats gets you, and you manage passing the classes, you've still got, the AERIES-S VR training, the Rez, and any little old accident that can befall one wee cadet in a big place like this.""<br/><br/>""Phantoym,"" managed the blonde Russian aptly named Alphabet,""The Phantoym Bullet."" Tapping his nose with his index finger in a knowing gesture, the Sophmore leaned back in his seat as he continued. ""Do not get complacent in VR training. Is no game. Is as real, as if I were to shoot you, right now."" Moving his right hand in a pointing gun gesture at Volt, he mouthed the words ""bang"" ""bang"", though a kidding grin tugged at the corner of his mouth. As if to show he was only joking, and didn't mean anything by it.<br/><br/>""Ah, hell! Don't just listen to them. If you did, you'd think this place was a one-stop shop to an early grave. Its a lot more than that!"" declared Joshua. Pointing at his beer stien, he continued, ""I mean, where else would you be able to get away with this, in public view, in your favorite resturant! Truth be told, theres a lot more ups, than there is downs about this place.""<br/><br/>As his league-mates continued talking with Cally and Volt at length, Saito glanced down at his NetSet, briefly checking the time. From the darkness outside the resturants windows, he could already tell it was pretty late. And he had begun to feel the alcohol a long while back. Having moved half-way down his second bottle of golden-brown liqoury goodness, more than a little buzz was already thrumming through his body.<br/><br/>"" 'Bout that time hey White?"" inquired Joshua, seeing that his friend seemed preoccupied with the Ravencroft eletronic gadget.<br/><br/>""It is getting late,"" stated Saito, giving a diplomatic response to the question. Neither confirming nor denying whether they should split up and part, continue as they were, or go do something else entirely. Turning towards Cally and Volt, the Japanese teenager inquired, ""What would you two like to do?"""
5948,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=400,2014-12-02T20:33:00,Corrian,"Callandra listened to the various explanations of the place by the different people at the table,, laughing and chuckling about the various different opinions on it, but only spoke up herself again at Joshua. ""Yeah!"" She cheered, throwing her hand with the glass of rum and coke in it into the air. ""I say we toast in agreement that there's a lot more to this place than just an early grave!"" She said, chuckling and laughing for a moment. You'd think she was drunk all of a sudden, but she was just getting into things. She did down an awful lot of her rum and coke, though. ""I agree fully. There are so many lovely perks of being here, even if being manhandled is a bit annoying"" Clearly referring to earlier today, ""especially by a bird brain who seems to know more swear words than normal words"" She chuckled, grabbing her glass of wine and taking a sip of it. Maybe Volt wouldn't be able to get any sips of her drinks after all...<br/><br/>""Like you said, where else would a 15-year old get away with public drinking and nobody bats an eye? If you lived in the US, you would still have to wait for 6 damn years!"" Callandra said, shaking her head, not understanding American laws, unless they weren't still behind in 2044. ""And you get to hang out with fun people, train to become one of the best in the world in whatever it is that you want to do, at a young age at that, hang out at interesting places like this, stuff like that. If you ask me, it feels like such a less strict society and more open and fun one than back at home or most of the outside world altogether. Well, except when you're in full vigorous training, of course! But of course, you choose ti be a part of that, and even being a part of that I feel more free than I ever do with my parents"" She said, rambling on a little.<br/><br/>""Damn, where is time going? I'm having too much fun!"" Callandra said. Okay, maybe she was getting a little drunk. In fact, at that moment, she waved over a maid and asked for something strong like Whiskey to add onto what she already had. Something more...strong and powerful. While waiting for her drink, she listened to Saito continue to speak. ""I don't know about Volt, but I'm fine with staying here til' I drop"" She chuckled. ""The night is still young!"" She joked, though in reality she knew that at this rate, she probably wouldn't even get any sleep...Which might be a problem, but she would figure that out either way soon enough.<br/><br/>Callandra reached into her pocket and pulled out a bottle full of pills, opened the bottle up, put one into her hand, threw it into her mouth, and downed it with a big gulp of wine. She screwed the cap back onto the bottle and slipped the pill bottle back into her pocket. She didn't immediately elaborate on her sudden summoning of pills, or what said pills were, honestly waiting for someone to ask her first what that was about, since they probably didn't think of her as the type to need to take pills for anything. Sure, she got in a bad plane accident last year, but she didn't take or do anything special related to her injuries anymore. So while sipping at the rest of her wine, waiting for her next round of alcohol to arrive, she waited to see if any of the occupants here asked her about it, because it would give her a good time to mess with them."
5949,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=400,2014-12-02T22:44:00,Terintania,"""What makes a saying Generic? It's just a combination of words, used to convey a meaning. It's no more generic then saying 'I love you', or 'How are you?'. It's a manner of speaking, just like all words are,"" Volt pointed out when Callandra spoke of sayings being generic.<br/><br/>""Why anyone chooses to wake up with a hangover, I will never understand,"" He said when she'd said she didn't intend on being sober by the end of the night,""I, however, intend on being sober throughout the rest of the night, and my stay here. There's too much to think about to mess with my brain like that,"" His eyes darted around some more, as if proving his point. ""You ever try a Irish Cream?"" He asked, taking his glasses out of his pocket and putting them over his eyes. The lenses lightened in the darkness, so they were clear, like normal glasses rather than sunglasses. Why he had put them on was likely a mystery to everyone except him. Said reason being was to have some potential fun with his new acquaintances in the morning.<br/><br/>""Explosions, planes, tanks, boats, missiles, guns fun, drinking and sex are always good. Death, not so much,"" He chuckled, scratching his head in an almost dog-like manner. ""Is there anyone particularly important I should know about?"" He asked, before following up with another question. ""How's the tech here? Tech is one of my specialities. Also, inventing. Perhaps I could offer some upgrades to the technological facilities around the island,"" He took a big sip of the beer, looking at the others curiously.<br/><br/>He chuckled at Saito's comment, and said,""You do know that makes no sense at all, right?"" He raised his glass in return, still chuckling, and his tail still wagging endlessly on. ""I guess I'll just have to be careful, and work hard,"" He said cheerfully to what Jessica said, seeming perfectly willing to do just that. ""Don't worry, I know a lot about VR simulators, and I know just how real they can be. Never experienced one for myself, but I've always wanted to. Should be interesting,"" It was clear he was interested in the technology involved with a VR simulator, rather than the actual simulator itself.<br/><br/>""I'm surprised you can get away with it here. You'd think they'd want their soldiers in tip-top shape, but it's nice to know they're willing to let them unwind,"" He said, grinning widely.<br/><br/>As they chatted on, he finished the beer, but didn't get another drink, deciding that one was quite enough for him. At the mention of what they wanted to do now, he shrugged,""I'm up for whatever,"" He said, his tail wagging more casually now, but still wagging, non-the-less."
5950,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=400,2014-12-02T22:57:00,Vancon,"<blockquote><div><cite>Isle of Lithonia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22651295#p22651295"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Vancon <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22648408#p22648408"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Don't mind if I do,"" said the girl inbetween coughs and baited breath as she looked up at Jay. Even if he was normally shorter then her, she had to look up to him to get the bowl. It was pretty weird for her, seeing as she is used to looking down on people. She grabbed the spoon with a shaky hand and raised it up to her lips. The soup warmed up her head like a fireball in the Arctic, and like the analogy, the heat dissipated just as fast as it came. <br/><br/>She gave back the bowl to Jay and fell back in her bed. She pulled the covers up to her nose and hid the majority of her face, due to equal amounts of just simply feeling super cold and having her pale white face turned into a tomato from embarrassment of being cared for by another person, and a boy to boot. <br/><br/>""Hey, I think I might need to go to the hospital. This is getting pretty ridiculous,"" said the ginger girl.</div></blockquote><br/>Jason quietly sat, watching over his (slightly taller) friend. Normally she was quite the... tough girl? No, that's not quite right. She was pretty tough, mentally, but that just wasn't the word. Maybe... Yes, independent. That's the word. Independent.<br/><br/>Valerie was a very independent person, a born leader. She was used to having others rely on her, and Jason was pretty sure that she wasn't used to relying on other people. And now that the tables were flipped on her, he had no doubt that the glimpse he got of her face reddening was a sign of her embarrassment. And it was... so... cayuuuuuuu...<br/><br/>No, he needed to focus on helping her out. Letting his hormones get to him wasn't going to be of use to her, definitely not now. And hell, he never said something was cute. Okay, take that back. He often said it of puppies and those cute little kittens he took care of at the shelter. But he <span style=""font-style: italic"">never</span> would say that of another human being, at least not one of his age. And not a girl. And definitely not Valerie. Obviously not. He had just a bit more dignity than that...<br/><br/>Seeing she was finished, he smiled at her. ""I'm not too terribly good of a cook, so hopefully that cold made its taste bearable for you.""<br/><br/>He began walking over to put the bowl away when she asked about going to the hospital. He replied over his shoulder, ""I'll take you over there then. Can't have you out in this cold alone, you'll just kill yourself. Just let me head to my place, and I'll grab my winter coat. And if you don't have a heavy enough jacket, I've got an extra one.""<br/><br/>Reaching the sink, he placed the bowl in it, rolled up his sleeves, and began to quickly clean up after himself (i.e. wash dishes, put the leftover soup in a covered bowl and stick it in the fridge, clean the pot and silverware, etc.).</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Val pulled the covers away from her face for a second and sat upright in the bed. She looked around her room and she tried to move, but everything hurt. The more she moved, the worse she was feeling. Then she had an idea. She faced the doorway and called out to Jay.<br/><br/>""Hey, I need to to come over here for a second,"" said the bedridden girl in between rasps.<br/><br/>She said one more thing, in a voice almost ghastly, as if the sound was being carried gently by the non-existant wind in her apartment.<br/><br/>""Don't go,"""
5951,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=400,2014-12-02T23:14:00,Isle of Lithonia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Vancon <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22659119#p22659119"">wrote</a>:</cite>Val pulled the covers away from her face for a second and sat upright in the bed. She looked around her room and she tried to move, but everything hurt. The more she moved, the worse she was feeling. Then she had an idea. She faced the doorway and called out to Jay. <br/><br/>""Hey, I need to to come over here for a second,"" said the bedridden girl in between rasps. <br/><br/>She said one more thing, in a voice almost ghastly, as if the sound was being carried gently by the non-existant wind in her apartment. <br/><br/>""Don't go,""</div></blockquote><br/>Jason had finished cleaning up the dishes, and was about to head out when he heard a rather small voice call for him.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Wow, that cold is really doing things to her. I can't imagine.</span><br/><br/>He turned around and began heading back to her bed, and then he heard the almost archetypal, ""Don't go"", and he stopped in his tracks.<span style=""font-style: italic"">What?</span><br/><br/>Yup, that threw his mind for a bit of a loop. And his hormones and the alcohol really didn't help him, at all. He moved pretty quickly to her side, worrying that maybe she had more than just a bad cold. Was she going delusional? He really had no idea what to think about it. She'd never done this before, not that his clouded mind could remember even if she had...<br/><br/>Jason's face was etched with worry as he kneeled by her bed (I mean, her voice was seemingly disappearing, so being as close to her as possible was a necessary precaution if she tried to say more). ""Okay, I'll stay here Val. What do you need?"""
5952,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=400,2014-12-02T23:22:00,Vancon,"<blockquote><div><cite>Isle of Lithonia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22659202#p22659202"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Vancon <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22659119#p22659119"">wrote</a>:</cite>Val pulled the covers away from her face for a second and sat upright in the bed. She looked around her room and she tried to move, but everything hurt. The more she moved, the worse she was feeling. Then she had an idea. She faced the doorway and called out to Jay. <br/><br/>""Hey, I need to to come over here for a second,"" said the bedridden girl in between rasps. <br/><br/>She said one more thing, in a voice almost ghastly, as if the sound was being carried gently by the non-existant wind in her apartment. <br/><br/>""Don't go,""</div></blockquote><br/>Jason had finished cleaning up the dishes, and was about to head out when he heard a rather small voice call for him. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Wow, that cold is really doing things to her. I can't imagine.</span><br/><br/>He turned around and began heading back to her bed, and then he heard the almost archetypal, ""Don't go"", and he stopped in his tracks. <span style=""font-style: italic"">What?</span><br/><br/>Yup, that threw his mind for a bit of a loop. And his hormones and the alcohol really didn't help him, at all. He moved pretty quickly to her side, worrying that maybe she had more than just a bad cold. Was she going delusional? He really had no idea what to think about it. She'd never done this before, not that his clouded mind could remember even if she had...<br/><br/>Jason's face was etched with worry as he kneeled by her bed (I mean, her voice was seemingly disappearing, so being as close to her as possible was a necessary precaution if she tried to say more). ""Okay, I'll stay here Val. What do you need?""</div></blockquote><br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M9t4a9gMWg8&amp;index=14&amp;list=PLDBB557BE21BA831D"" rel=""nofollow"">Val</a>is sick. Very Sick. Unfortunately for her, the outside temperatures are pretty low, and that wouldn't do her any good. More importantly, her pyjamas just won't cut it against the cold. So what does she do? Her ears turn beet-red as she pulls her covers up to cover her now camouflaged face, due to the fact that it's as red as her hair. Behind the safety of her blanket, she says something in the quietest, most mumbled voice she possibly could use, all between coughing.<br/><br/>""I can't go outside in this. I need you to pick out my..."" She stopped. She was too embarrassed to finish her sentence."
5953,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=400,2014-12-02T23:26:00,Isle of Lithonia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Vancon <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22659257#p22659257"">wrote</a>:</cite>Val is sick. Very Sick. Unfortunately for her, the outside temperatures are pretty low, and that wouldn't do her any good. More importantly, her pyjamas just won't cut it against the cold. So what does she do? Her ears turn beet-red as she pulls her covers up to cover her now camouflaged face, due to the fact that it's as red as her hair. Behind the safety of her blanket, she says something in the quietest, most mumbled voice she possibly could use, all between coughing. <br/><br/>""I can't...* mumble mumble, garbled mumble*</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">...What?????</span><br/><br/>Jason sat there for a second, attempting to figure out just what the sickly girl needed of him. Damn, if only his hearing was better...<br/><br/>He leaned closer to her lips, since he obviously couldn't hear her from this distance. ""You can't... what? Sorry, I think my hearing is a bit shot tonight."""
5954,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=400,2014-12-02T23:32:00,Vancon,"<blockquote><div><cite>Isle of Lithonia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22659287#p22659287"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Vancon <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22659257#p22659257"">wrote</a>:</cite>Val is sick. Very Sick. Unfortunately for her, the outside temperatures are pretty low, and that wouldn't do her any good. More importantly, her pyjamas just won't cut it against the cold. So what does she do? Her ears turn beet-red as she pulls her covers up to cover her now camouflaged face, due to the fact that it's as red as her hair. Behind the safety of her blanket, she says something in the quietest, most mumbled voice she possibly could use, all between coughing. <br/><br/>""I can't go outside in this. I need you to pick out my..."" She stopped. She was too embarrassed to finish her sentence.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">...What?????</span> <br/><br/>Jason sat there for a second, attempting to figure out just what the sickly girl needed of him. And then the obvious hit him, although he (as a guy) had no clue why that would be something to be embarrassed by. ""You need me to pick out some clothes for you? Am I right?"" <br/><br/>He just waited for Val to answer whilst he went through a small mental list of the clothes he'd seen her in.</div></blockquote><br/>""Uh,"" she said nervously, ""yes, I need to to pick out,<span style=""font-style: italic"">everything</span>,"" she said, pulling her blanket up to cover her face. She was so embarrassed at the moment, because not only a guy was in her house, but he was taking care of her and was going to go through her things. She curled up into a ball and hid under her blankets, and continued.<br/><br/>""Everything I have on is dirty, so I need new clothes,"" she protested in a very girly and nervous voice, which was ridiculously out of the ordinary.<br/><br/>""I need you to pick me out some things. It has to look good though, since I'm not going to the doctors looking ugly,"" she said, her girlyness seeping out of her tomboy exterior."
5955,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=400,2014-12-02T23:49:00,Corrian,"""Eh, good point"" Callandra said to Volt, agreeing with what he had said in response to her comment. She got the impression that this boy liked to be all thoughtful about the smallest, silliest of things like herself. ""I guess I should say that I, personally, find them silly to say most of the time. They just feel weird on my brain""She pointed at her head with a grin as if to emphasize the point. ""And saying I love you does feel generic, but then again, I think love is generic, boring, and overrated"" She said, though she said it with a hint of amusement. ""Especially here. In a normal world, sure, whatever. But falling in love with someone or getting close to them here? Huge mistake if you ask me. That's just asking for your heart to be broken. But I have a whole opinion on this subject material in general, so I'll shut up now before I bore you all with the opinions of Callandra. This is a party, not a serious debate club"" She joked, chuckling at her words.<br/><br/>""Boring"" Callandra teased Volt when he said that he planned on being sober for the rest of the night, and the rest of his stay here. ""Well, I mess with my brain and I can still think clearly. At least next morning. You must think a lot"" She said, thinking it acted like he was always thinking so he couldn't loosen up every now and then. She moved on, though. ""Nope. I should go and try that now...Well...after I get my other drink, anyway. I don't need to try everything at once"" She chuckled some more. When he brought glasses out, she wasn't sure why he did, but didn't seem to think much on it either way.<br/><br/>Callandra chuckled at Volt's apparent agreement to what she said, except the death part apparently, which wasn't all too surprising. Of course death wasn't good, but death did remain to just be what it was, and she still had an awful casual opinion on death. Then he asked a whole bunch of questions, and she tried to think of how to respond to them all. ""Not that I can really think of. And the tech is awesome. I mean, we got a virtual reality that realistically portrays wars. Can't get much more awesome than that"" She said, grinning brightly. ""Of course, there's even more awesome tech than that. But you get my general point that there's a lot of epic tech here. Sorry, I can't really think of anything specifically awesome, so I'm giving you a bit of a lame answer"" She chuckled.<br/><br/>Callandra nodded in agreement to it being a bit of a surprise that they could just freely drink like this, but glad to see he was also apparently happy with it. ""Well, as far as I know, most of us don't do this regularly, and most of the time we are in pretty tip top shape. So they're probably fine with us loosening up here and there. And besides, if you did get drunk all the time, you're probably gonna get yourself killed anyway, real or not, and if not that, fail your tests altogether. So yeah, you got be reasonable with it"" She said<br/><br/>Callandra still waited to see if anyone had any specific responses to her taking a random pill out of nowhere.<br/><br/>Edit: Oh, and her alcohol kinda like, arrived eventually and all as well..."
5956,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=400,2014-12-02T23:55:00,Isle of Lithonia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Vancon <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22659313#p22659313"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Uh,"" she said nervously, ""yes, I need to to pick out, <span style=""font-style: italic"">everything</span>,"" she said, pulling her blanket up to cover her face. She was so embarrassed at the moment, because not only a guy was in her house, but he was taking care of her and was going to go through her things. She curled up into a ball and hid under her blankets, and continued. <br/><br/>""Everything I have on is dirty, so I need new clothes,"" she protested in a very girly and nervous voice, which was ridiculously out of the ordinary.<br/><br/>""I need you to pick me out some things. It has to look good though, since I'm not going to the doctors looking ugly,"" she said, her girlyness seeping out of her tomboy exterior.</div></blockquote><br/>Jason sat there, slightly dumbfounded. ""S...sure. If you need me to.""<br/><br/>He walked over to her dresser, trying to figure out what she should wear. So, she wanted to look good, so what did she look best in? Hmm....<br/><br/>Nope, that one was too casual. That one, too boring. That one... Holy Flying Barrels of Cat Shit!!! That one shows quite the amount of cleavage!!!!<br/><br/>Jason shook his head quickly.<span style=""font-style: italic"">No, hell no!!! I couldn't do that to Valerie!!!</span>He looked back at the dress, nearly salivating at the thought of her in it...<br/><br/>Before things got crazy, he put the dress back and moved on.<br/><br/>Oooo.<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://www.wallpaperfo.com/thumbnails/detail/20120427/dress%20blue%20eyes%20long%20hair%20pink%20hair%20red%20eyes%20twintails%20black%20dress%20scarf%20bicolored%20eyes%20anime%20girls_www.wallpaperfo.com_12.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">This one's</a>perfect! Not risqué, not too formal, and definitely not ugly (i.e. it looked passably hot to him). Plus it will be relatively easy for him to help her put on. Wait a second...<br/><br/>The tips of his ears turned a deep crimson, quite the nice contrast to his white hair...<br/><br/>But I digress. Maybe she wouldn't need his help? He sincerely hoped that she<del>would</del><del>wouldn't</del><del>would</del>... Oh fuck it.<br/><br/>Anyway, he walked back to Valerie with his choice, and held it up for her, asking (as unawkwardly as he possibly could), ""Wi... Will this work for you? I haven't seen you wear it for a while, and I thought it looked good when I last saw it... I mean, it should work.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Wait, what?!?!</span>"
5957,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=400,2014-12-03T00:04:00,Vancon,"<blockquote><div><cite>Isle of Lithonia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22659444#p22659444"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Vancon <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22659313#p22659313"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Uh,"" she said nervously, ""yes, I need to to pick out, <span style=""font-style: italic"">everything</span>,"" she said, pulling her blanket up to cover her face. She was so embarrassed at the moment, because not only a guy was in her house, but he was taking care of her and was going to go through her things. She curled up into a ball and hid under her blankets, and continued. <br/><br/>""Everything I have on is dirty, so I need new clothes,"" she protested in a very girly and nervous voice, which was ridiculously out of the ordinary.<br/><br/>""I need you to pick me out some things. It has to look good though, since I'm not going to the doctors looking ugly,"" she said, her girlyness seeping out of her tomboy exterior.</div></blockquote><br/>Jason sat there, slightly dumbfounded. ""S...sure. If you need me to.""<br/><br/>He walked over to her dresser, trying to figure out what she should wear. So, she wanted to look good, so what did she look best in? Hmm....<br/><br/>Nope, that one was too casual. That one, too boring. That one... Holy Flying Barrels of Cat Shit!!! That one shows quite the amount of cleavage!!!!<br/><br/>Jason shook his head quickly. <span style=""font-style: italic"">No, hell no!!! I couldn't do that to Valerie!!!</span> He looked back at the dress, nearly salivating at the thought of her in it... <br/><br/>Before things got crazy, he put the dress back and moved on. <br/><br/>Oooo. <a class=""postlink"" href=""http://www.wallpaperfo.com/thumbnails/detail/20120427/dress%20blue%20eyes%20long%20hair%20pink%20hair%20red%20eyes%20twintails%20black%20dress%20scarf%20bicolored%20eyes%20anime%20girls_www.wallpaperfo.com_12.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">This one's</a> perfect! Not risqué, not too formal, and definitely not ugly (i.e. it looked passably hot to him). Plus it will be relatively easy for him to help her put on. Wait a second...<br/><br/>The tips of his ears turned a deep crimson, quite the nice contrast to his white hair... <br/><br/>But I digress. Maybe she wouldn't need his help? He sincerely hoped that she <del>would</del> <del>wouldn't</del> <del>would</del>... Oh fuck it.<br/><br/>Anyway, he walked back to Valerie with his choice, and held it up for her, asking (as unawkwardly as he possibly could), ""Wi... Will this work for you? I haven't seen you wear it for a while, and I thought it looked good when I last saw it... I mean, it should work."" <br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Wait, what?!?!</span></div></blockquote><br/>Val poked her head out of her castle made of velvet and silk, and she blushed even more. SH ehad not seen that dress for awhile, and it would look pretty good on her.<br/><br/>""Uh, thanks, but there are, um, other things, that one needs to wear; not just a dress. Just put that down over here,"" she said after pulling her arm out and patting the corner of her bed.<br/><br/>Val was wondering if her face could even be seen due to her being completely red. She was at the point of no return, and she was pretty embarrassed, to say the very least."
5958,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=425,2014-12-03T00:24:00,Isle of Lithonia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Vancon <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22659482#p22659482"">wrote</a>:</cite>Val poked her head out of her castle made of velvet and silk, and she blushed even more. SH ehad not seen that dress for awhile, and it would look pretty good on her. <br/><br/>""Uh, thanks, but there are, um, other things, that one needs to wear; not just a dress. Just put that down over here,"" she said after pulling her arm out and patting the corner of her bed. <br/><br/>Val was wondering if her face could even be seen due to her being completely red. She was at the point of no return, and she was pretty embarrassed, to say the very least.</div></blockquote><br/>Jason was now<span style=""font-style: italic"">really</span>confused. ""Uh... Other?""<br/><br/>What did she mean by, ""other things""? A hat? Socks? Tights? Shoes?!?! No, that can't be what she's referring to. Then what could she mea...<br/><br/>Oh. Not only did his ears go red, his whole face looked like a ripe tomato covered in blood. ""...Oh... I... Uh... Um... O..Okay...""<br/><br/>He began walking back to the dresser, with the dress in hand. Wait... no... he had to put the dress next to Valerie first, and then head over to the... Nope, he missed the bed, and the dress hit the floor. He rushed over and picked it back up, apologizing like he had just cannibalized a fucking kitty or something. Then he walked back over to the dresser, and...<br/><br/>Oh god, this is painful. He pulled the drawers open one by one until he found her...<span style=""font-style: italic"">Bras?!?! Holy mother of... God, cool your fucking head, you asshole!!! You're supposed to be helping her pick her goddamned clothes out!!!! Just pick one out, and... <br/><br/>Nope, that would clash with her dress... And what is this?!?! Nonononononono... put it back. <br/><br/>Okay, this one'll work. Alright. Breath, breath you fucker!!!!<br/><br/>Now, panties. Wait, <span style=""font-weight: bold"">whaaaaaaaaat theeeeee fuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuck</span>?!?!?!?!</span><br/><br/>If you've not noticed, his profuse swearing is evidence of his extreme mental stress. This was the hardest thing for him to do, and he was getting rather rigid, in more ways than one...<br/><br/>Breath in, breath out. He could do this, or so he thought. He found the unmentionables, and.<span style=""font-style: italic"">WOOOOOOOAAAAAAAAAAAH!!!!!!!!! Oh my fucking god!!!!!!!!</span><br/><br/>Yup. This was way too sexy for his feeble mind to manage. And the extreme twitching in his ears and tail proved it. He was about to let a crazed roar loose, but his kind heart kicked back in and stopped him. He realized the extreme perverseness of his current state, and the shame overwhelmed the lust.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Just grab the fucking things, and get this over with. Damn you fucking pervert!!! I can't fucking believe you'd do this to Valerie!!!! Damn you, stupid fuck!!!</span><br/><br/>He grabbed the lace... Yes, he grabbed lace panties, since it was the first one he grabbed, and he really didn't have time to think about it. So, he grabbed the unmentionable under-things, and the bra (which is also unmentionable), and walked back to Valerie. He did his best to hide his face from her, rather ashamed at what he'd been thinking. ""He...here. I th.think this will d.do."""
5959,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=425,2014-12-03T00:37:00,Vancon,"<blockquote><div><cite>Isle of Lithonia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22659598#p22659598"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Vancon <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22659482#p22659482"">wrote</a>:</cite>Val poked her head out of her castle made of velvet and silk, and she blushed even more. SH ehad not seen that dress for awhile, and it would look pretty good on her. <br/><br/>""Uh, thanks, but there are, um, other things, that one needs to wear; not just a dress. Just put that down over here,"" she said after pulling her arm out and patting the corner of her bed. <br/><br/>Val was wondering if her face could even be seen due to her being completely red. She was at the point of no return, and she was pretty embarrassed, to say the very least.</div></blockquote><br/>Jason was now <span style=""font-style: italic"">really</span> confused. ""Uh... Other?"" <br/><br/>What did she mean by, ""other things""? A hat? Socks? Tights? Shoes?!?! No, that can't be what she's referring to. Then what could she mea...<br/><br/>Oh. Not only did his ears go red, his whole face looked like a ripe tomato covered in blood. ""...Oh... I... Uh... Um... O..Okay..."" <br/><br/>He began walking back to the dresser, with the dress in hand. Wait... no... he had to put the dress next to Valerie first, and then head over to the... Nope, he missed the bed, and the dress hit the floor. He rushed over and picked it back up, apologizing like he had just cannibalized a fucking kitty or something. Then he walked back over to the dresser, and...<br/><br/>Oh god, this is painful. He pulled the drawers open one by one until he found her... <span style=""font-style: italic"">Bras?!?! Holy mother of... God, cool your fucking head, you asshole!!! You're supposed to be helping her pick her goddamned clothes out!!!! Just pick one out, and... <br/><br/>Nope, that would clash with her dress... And what is this?!?! Nonononononono... put it back. <br/><br/>Okay, this one'll work. Alright. Breath, breath you fucker!!!!<br/><br/>Now, panties. Wait, <span style=""font-weight: bold"">whaaaaaaaaat theeeeee fuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuck</span>?!?!?!?!</span> <br/><br/>If you've not noticed, his profuse swearing is evidence of his extreme mental stress. This was the hardest thing for him to do, and he was getting rather rigid, in more ways than one...<br/><br/>Breath in, breath out. He could do this, or so he thought. He found the unmentionables, and. <span style=""font-style: italic"">WOOOOOOOAAAAAAAAAAAH!!!!!!!!! Oh my fucking god!!!!!!!!</span><br/><br/>Yup. This was way too sexy for his feeble mind to manage. And the extreme twitching in his ears and tail proved it. He was about to let a crazed roar loose, but his kind heart kicked back in and stopped him. He realized the extreme perverseness of his current state, and the shame overwhelmed the lust. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Just grab the fucking things, and get this over with. Damn you fucking pervert!!! I can't fucking believe you'd do this to Valerie!!!! Damn you, stupid fuck!!!</span><br/><br/>He grabbed the lace... Yes, he grabbed lace panties, since it was the first one he grabbed, and he really didn't have time to think about it. So, he grabbed the unmentionable under-things, and the bra (which is also unmentionable), and walked back to Valerie. He did his best to hide his face from her, rather ashamed at what he'd been thinking. ""He...here. I th.think this will d.do.""</div></blockquote><br/>At first Val was speechless. She took the clothes and put them into her castle of sorts. Once underneath, she gulped and poked her head back out seconds later.<br/><br/>""Thanks,"" she said, "" Now, if you'd please go to the foyer and get my coat and shoes that would be good,"" replied the ginger. She paused for a second, and kinda fell back into her bed. With a moan of pain, she tried to pick up her clothes, but her condition was getting worse by the minute.<br/><br/>""Actually, I think I-. I think I still need a bit more help. Would you be able to do that?"""
5960,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=425,2014-12-03T00:47:00,Isle of Lithonia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Vancon <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22659657#p22659657"">wrote</a>:</cite>At first Val was speechless. She took the clothes and put them into her castle of sorts. Once underneath, she gulped and poked her head back out seconds later.<br/><br/>""Thanks,"" she said, "" Now, if you'd please go to the foyer and get my coat and shoes that would be good,"" replied the ginger. She paused for a second, and kinda fell back into her bed. With a moan of pain, she tried to pick up her clothes, but her condition was getting worse by the minute. <br/><br/>""Actually, I think I-. I think I still need a bit more help. Would you be able to do that?""</div></blockquote><br/>Gulp. Umm... Anyone got some water? Jason's throat is like the fucking Sahara right now. If he tried to clean himself, he'd just get major scratches from his tongue.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">F..f...FUCK!</span><br/><br/><del>""I'm sorry Val, but I can't.""</del><br/><br/>That's what he tried to say, but what came out was, "" *croak* Su...Sure.""<br/><br/>And he found himself walking over to the crimson-haired beauty, intent on helping her put her clothing on. For a moment, he wondered what she looked like beneath her clothes...<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Nonononononono!!!!! I'm sure she's a fucking beauty, but no!!!!</span><br/><br/>Instead, he thought of the milk that he would be drinking when he got back to his room. But that made him think of...<span style=""font-style: italic"">Breasts. Wait, STOP IT!!!!</span><br/><br/>So, instead, he thought of cream.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Valerie's creamy skin. DAMMIT, NOOOOOOO!!!!</span><br/><br/>Okay, maybe the pale color of the liquid?<span style=""font-style: italic"">Is Val's skin even paler beneath her clothing? FUUUUUUUUCK!!!!!!</span><br/><br/>Fine, he just walked over to her, and asked, ""What do you need me to do. Just tell me, and I'll do it.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Oh god...</span>"
5961,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=425,2014-12-03T00:57:00,Vancon,"<blockquote><div><cite>Isle of Lithonia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22659705#p22659705"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Vancon <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22659657#p22659657"">wrote</a>:</cite>At first Val was speechless. She took the clothes and put them into her castle of sorts. Once underneath, she gulped and poked her head back out seconds later.<br/><br/>""Thanks,"" she said, "" Now, if you'd please go to the foyer and get my coat and shoes that would be good,"" replied the ginger. She paused for a second, and kinda fell back into her bed. With a moan of pain, she tried to pick up her clothes, but her condition was getting worse by the minute. <br/><br/>""Actually, I think I-. I think I still need a bit more help. Would you be able to do that?""</div></blockquote><br/>Gulp. Umm... Anyone got some water? Jason's throat is like the fucking Sahara right now. If he tried to clean himself, he'd just get major scratches from his tongue. <br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">F..f...FUCK!</span><br/><br/><del>""I'm sorry Val, but I can't.""</del><br/><br/>That's what he tried to say, but what came out was, "" *croak* Su...Sure.""<br/><br/>And he found himself walking over to the crimson-haired beauty, intent on helping her put her clothing on. For a moment, he wondered what she looked like beneath her clothes... <span style=""font-weight: bold"">Nonononononono!!!!! I'm sure she's a fucking beauty, but no!!!!</span><br/><br/>Instead, he thought of the milk that he would be drinking when he got back to his room. But that made him think of... <span style=""font-style: italic"">Breasts. Wait, STOP IT!!!!</span> <br/><br/>So, instead, he thought of cream. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Valerie's creamy skin. DAMMIT, NOOOOOOO!!!!</span><br/><br/>Okay, maybe the pale color of the liquid? <span style=""font-style: italic"">Is Val's skin even paler beneath her clothing? FUUUUUUUUCK!!!!!!</span><br/><br/>Fine, he just walked over to her, and asked, ""What do you need me to do. Just tell me, and I'll do it.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Oh god...</span></div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Uh, ok..."" she said very nervously as she got out from her covers to sit on the edge of her bed,<br/><br/>""I'll take of my shirt, and you'll, uh, you'll put them in the right places.,"" she continued.<br/><br/>""I'll face the wall, and you face the other way, and uh, put on my, but no that wouldn't work, so I'll face this way and you'll face towards me from behind, and uh, I'll look the other way, so you, uh, just slide my dress over top after I, uh, take this off,"" she added as she slowly turned around and took of her blouse to show her back to the man.<br/><br/>The sudden cold rushed through her veins and she shuddered uncontrollably. She was so cold right now. Goosebumps spread over her skin and from behind all the man could see was her Phoenix tattoo on her right shoulder, as it stood out against the pale withe skin.<br/><br/>""Hurry up! I'm f-freezing! J-Just s-slide m-my d-dress o-over m-my h-head a-and g-gravity w-will d-do t-the r-rest,"" she added as she shivered."
5962,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=425,2014-12-03T01:09:00,Isle of Lithonia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Vancon <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22659759#p22659759"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Uh, ok..."" she said very nervously as she got out from her covers to sit on the edge of her bed, <br/><br/>""I'll take of my shirt, and you'll, uh, you'll put them in the right places.,"" she continued. <br/><br/>""I'll face the wall, and you face the other way, and uh, put on my, but no that wouldn't work, so I'll face this way and you'll face towards me from behind, and uh, I'll look the other way, so you, uh, just slide my dress over top after I, uh, take this off,"" she added as she slowly turned around and took of her blouse to show her back to the man. <br/><br/>The sudden cold rushed through her veins and she shuddered uncontrollably. She was so cold right now. Goosebumps spread over her skin and from behind all the man could see was her Phoenix tattoo on her right shoulder, as it stood out against the pale withe skin. <br/><br/>""Hurry up! I'm f-freezing! J-Just s-slide m-my d-dress o-over m-my h-head a-and g-gravity w-will d-do t-the r-rest,"" she added as she shivered.</div></blockquote><br/>The first thought he had was,<span style=""font-style: italic"">I just want to grab hold of her and...</span><br/><br/>Fill in the blanks.<br/><br/>But he ultimately regained control when he realized that his friend was freezing her ass off, and she needed him to pay attention. So, he took her dress in his trembling hands, and...<br/><br/>Damn, missed. His arms were now awkwardly wrapped around her chest... ""S...Sorry!!!""<br/><br/>He pulled his arms back, took a deep breath, steeling his nerves. And...<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">I made it!!!</span><br/><br/>Jason was so happy, he could do a fucking Irish jig. But instead, he purred.<br/><br/>Which was extremely embarrassing, especially if Val took it the wrong way. I mean, he always purred when he was extremely happy, but the situation here meant that this could be a very dangerous thing for him.<br/><br/>And he tried to make her understand that he wasn't a pervert (which he was, but that's not why he was purring). ""I'm s.sorry Val! I didn't mean to purr! I was just glad that... That we finished this, and... Not like I was... Fuck fuck fuck fuck...""<br/><br/>Again, his swearing would hopefully clue Val off that not only was he telling the truth, but that he was also extremely ashamed with himself. And stressed. Really stressed. And probably is scared shitless. Probably."
5963,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=425,2014-12-03T01:21:00,Vancon,"<blockquote><div><cite>Isle of Lithonia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22659800#p22659800"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Vancon <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22659759#p22659759"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Uh, ok..."" she said very nervously as she got out from her covers to sit on the edge of her bed, <br/><br/>""I'll take of my shirt, and you'll, uh, you'll put them in the right places.,"" she continued. <br/><br/>""I'll face the wall, and you face the other way, and uh, put on my, but no that wouldn't work, so I'll face this way and you'll face towards me from behind, and uh, I'll look the other way, so you, uh, just slide my dress over top after I, uh, take this off,"" she added as she slowly turned around and took of her blouse to show her back to the man. <br/><br/>The sudden cold rushed through her veins and she shuddered uncontrollably. She was so cold right now. Goosebumps spread over her skin and from behind all the man could see was her Phoenix tattoo on her right shoulder, as it stood out against the pale withe skin. <br/><br/>""Hurry up! I'm f-freezing! J-Just s-slide m-my d-dress o-over m-my h-head a-and g-gravity w-will d-do t-the r-rest,"" she added as she shivered.</div></blockquote><br/>The first thought he had was, <span style=""font-style: italic"">I just want to grab hold of her and...</span><br/><br/>Fill in the blanks. <br/><br/>But he ultimately regained control when he realized that his friend was freezing her ass off, and she needed him to pay attention. So, he took her dress in his trembling hands, and...<br/><br/>Damn, missed. His arms were now awkwardly wrapped around her chest... ""S...Sorry!!!""<br/><br/>He pulled his arms back, took a deep breath, steeling his nerves. And...<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">I made it!!!</span><br/><br/>Jason was so happy, he could do a fucking Irish jig. But instead, he purred.<br/><br/>Which was extremely embarrassing, especially if Val took it the wrong way. I mean, he always purred when he was extremely happy, but the situation here meant that this could be a very dangerous thing for him.<br/><br/>And he tried to make her understand that he wasn't a pervert (which he was, but that's not why he was purring). ""I'm s.sorry Val! I didn't mean to purr! I was just glad that... That we finished this, and... Not like I was... Fuck fuck fuck fuck...""<br/><br/>Again, his swearing would hopefully clue Val off that not only was he telling the truth, but that he was also extremely ashamed with himself. And stressed. Really stressed. And probably is scared shitless. Probably.</div></blockquote><br/>In art, there is 55 different shades of the colour red. Val had turned 56 different ones and that's just a conservative guess. Not only from the events leading up to her being flet up by the cat-man, but the event itself and what followed. Sudden warmth zapped through her body and caused her to jump a bit.<br/><br/>But then the purring came.<br/><br/>It was a bit out of the ordinary, and Val'd be lying if she said that she wasn't surprised. She giggled a bit at the sound of it, and kept a smile on her face afterwords.<br/><br/>""Thanks, Jay, now I'm not so cold,""<br/><br/>She turned around on the spot, and moved her legs towards Jason, and then proceeded to take his hands and move them onto the ends of her pants.<br/><br/>""Now listen here. Y-You, uh, look the other way and, uh,<span style=""font-style: italic"">pull</span>. I can't get them off,"" she said as she reached for her blanket and hugged it tightly as she remained the colour of her hair.<br/><br/>""Don't you dare look!"""
5964,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=425,2014-12-03T10:20:00,Isle of Lithonia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Vancon <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22659846#p22659846"">wrote</a>:</cite>In art, there is 55 different shades of the colour red. Val had turned 56 different ones and that's just a conservative guess. Not only from the events leading up to her being flet up by the cat-man, but the event itself and what followed. Sudden warmth zapped through her body and caused her to jump a bit. <br/><br/>But then the purring came.<br/><br/>It was a bit out of the ordinary, and Val'd be lying if she said that she wasn't surprised. She giggled a bit at the sound of it, and kept a smile on her face afterwords. <br/><br/>""Thanks, Jay, now I'm not so cold,""<br/><br/>She turned around on the spot, and moved her legs towards Jason, and then proceeded to take his hands and move them onto the ends of her pants. <br/><br/>""Now listen here. Y-You, uh, look the other way and, uh, <span style=""font-style: italic"">pull</span>. I can't get them off,"" she said as she reached for her blanket and hugged it tightly as she remained the colour of her hair.<br/><br/>""Don't you dare look!""</div></blockquote><br/>Obviously, Val had a shitload of trust in the horny cat-man. Maybe, maybe he should have been honored by that. I mean, it demonstrated that she really believed he could fight his sex drive, and that he cared enough about her to not take advantage of this situation. And that spoke volumes about his character.<br/><br/>But when she lead his hands to the ends of her pants, and asked him to pull them off, he instantly thought,<span style=""font-style: italic"">This is totally foreplay... SHUT THE FUCK UP!!!!</span><br/><br/>He did as she asked, grabbing hold of her PJ pants, and forced himself to look away (as much as he wanted to determine the color of her undergarments...). He took a massive gulp, braced his body, and pulled.<br/><br/>And fell back onto his ass with a thump. Maybe that alcohol wasn't such a good idea...<br/><br/>""Damn..."" He groaned as he slowly pushed himself back up onto his feet, rubbing his head to try and alleviate the headache he was getting. But he suddenly realized his luck. He'd never been around a fully depantsed woman before, especially one as hot as Val. And with the clothing he'd found earlier, she was sure to have quite sexy lingerie on. If he had just a peek, just one tiny look, he'd get such a high that he'd never need to watch another Ecchi show again. Val wouldn't mind him taking just a peek, would she? I mean, its not like she could get angry with him if he ""accidentally"" found himself looking...<br/><br/>And as much as you all want to know the color of her undergarments, Jason didn't dare look. This was partially out of being the gentleman that he was, partially from his own selfless care for his friend, and partially because he was certain she'd rip his intestines out if he did. So, he kept one hand over his eyes, and used the other to place the PJ bottoms on the edge of the bed. With eyes still covered (although it was a bitch to walk around like that), he walked back over to Val and kneeled down. ""O.Okay. N...Next?"""
5965,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=425,2014-12-03T19:49:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Johannes Sundberg</span></span></div><br/>""Guys... Calm down."" said Johan, shaking his head.<br/><br/>He wasn't sure where to start, but he looked at Kai in the tank first. He had his arms crossed over his chest and his torso slanted back slightly. To emphasize his dissatisfaction concerning this situation, he frowned and chuffed.<br/>""Kai, I'm not your mother, but... I thought you'd know better. Sure you're old enough for the Academy, but what of what use will you be if you're addicted to alcohol and thinking about it while you're on the field?"" he asked, turning to Daniel to explain.<br/>""Kai works here, Daniel, and this shark,"" he gestured towards Makuahine, ""shares genes with him...""<br/><br/>Johan realized he could get into an argument with Kai over what he said, but he now considered him a friend, and was genuinely concerned for his well-being... This was a handicap that would likely affect his performance in combat. Over-altruism had always been a problem of his. But he was determined. If he was going to survive, he would have to take lives.<br/>Whether it was a friend or not, he would have to ponder over later. Right now, this was all he had to deal with."
5966,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=425,2014-12-03T20:45:00,Republic of Hasgriu,"""I am taking no responsibility whatsoever if he gets himself killed in live-fire practices. Or in the virtual reality simulations. You have about one trimester to make sure that you didn't get addicted."", Daniel remarked, frowning and sighing. ""Don't get a stroke or something either."" He hoped that they wouldn't die in their first year, though he knew it was unavoidable. Someone has to die. That was life. This was why he did not make friends often. Get too attached, and if they die, your combat effectiveness is affected. He'd heard many tales of soldiers who were distracted by their dearly departed and got themselves killed as well, or even compromising an entire operation. He didn't want to join their ranks."
5967,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=425,2014-12-03T20:51:00,Arana,"Kai frowned at Johannes and splashed some water at him.<br/><br/>""Relax... not like I'm an alcoholic or anything. Or a drug addict. Besides, I'm gonna be thinking about entirely different things out in the field. I mean, there'll be blood everywhere... it'll feel like I'm on drugs, but I won't actually be on drugs, so yeah...""<br/><br/>Splashing some water at Daniel too, he started swimming laps around the tank, largely ignoring the other boy's comments. He had no intention of dying, or of letting anything get in the way of his progress. The drugs and alcohol were just a fun distraction every once and awhile, nothing serious. Probably."
5968,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=425,2014-12-03T21:41:00,Vancon,"<blockquote><div><cite>Isle of Lithonia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22662127#p22662127"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Vancon <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22659846#p22659846"">wrote</a>:</cite>In art, there is 55 different shades of the colour red. Val had turned 56 different ones and that's just a conservative guess. Not only from the events leading up to her being flet up by the cat-man, but the event itself and what followed. Sudden warmth zapped through her body and caused her to jump a bit. <br/><br/>But then the purring came.<br/><br/>It was a bit out of the ordinary, and Val'd be lying if she said that she wasn't surprised. She giggled a bit at the sound of it, and kept a smile on her face afterwords. <br/><br/>""Thanks, Jay, now I'm not so cold,""<br/><br/>She turned around on the spot, and moved her legs towards Jason, and then proceeded to take his hands and move them onto the ends of her pants. <br/><br/>""Now listen here. Y-You, uh, look the other way and, uh, <span style=""font-style: italic"">pull</span>. I can't get them off,"" she said as she reached for her blanket and hugged it tightly as she remained the colour of her hair.<br/><br/>""Don't you dare look!""</div></blockquote><br/>Obviously, Val had a shitload of trust in the horny cat-man. Maybe, maybe he should have been honored by that. I mean, it demonstrated that she really believed he could fight his sex drive, and that he cared enough about her to not take advantage of this situation. And that spoke volumes about his character.<br/><br/>But when she lead his hands to the ends of her pants, and asked him to pull them off, he instantly thought, <span style=""font-style: italic"">This is totally foreplay... SHUT THE FUCK UP!!!!</span><br/><br/>He did as she asked, grabbing hold of her PJ pants, and forced himself to look away (as much as he wanted to determine the color of her undergarments...). He took a massive gulp, braced his body, and pulled.<br/><br/>And fell back onto his ass with a thump. Maybe that alcohol wasn't such a good idea...<br/><br/>""Damn..."" He groaned as he slowly pushed himself back up onto his feet, rubbing his head to try and alleviate the headache he was getting. But he suddenly realized his luck. He'd never been around a fully depantsed woman before, especially one as hot as Val. And with the clothing he'd found earlier, she was sure to have quite sexy lingerie on. If he had just a peek, just one tiny look, he'd get such a high that he'd never need to watch another Ecchi show again. Val wouldn't mind him taking just a peek, would she? I mean, its not like she could get angry with him if he ""accidentally"" found himself looking...<br/><br/>And as much as you all want to know the color of her undergarments, Jason didn't dare look. This was partially out of being the gentleman that he was, partially from his own selfless care for his friend, and partially because he was certain she'd rip his intestines out if he did. So, he kept one hand over his eyes, and used the other to place the PJ bottoms on the edge of the bed. With eyes still covered (although it was a bitch to walk around like that), he walked back over to Val and kneeled down. ""O.Okay. N...Next?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Thanks,"" she said. ""Heh, I feel like I've said that already a couple times tonight. No matter though, you've been a big help,"" she added with a large, yet nervous, grin. Val moved over to the edge of her bed and grabbed the pants that were offered to her previously. She slid out of bed and put them on in one swift motion. Then it took a turn for the worse. She started hacking and coughing as she fell on the floor.<br/><br/>""Hey,"" she said with a cough, "" can you go and get my shoes and coat from the front room? I need to-,"" she stopped, coughed the sound of death incarnate, and then continued, ""-get to the hospital. Soon,""<br/><br/>"" Oh, and you can look now. I'm done,"""
5969,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=425,2014-12-03T21:57:00,Isle of Lithonia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Vancon <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22669835#p22669835"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Thanks,"" she said. ""Heh, I feel like I've said that already a couple times tonight. No matter though, you've been a big help,"" she added with a large, yet nervous, grin. Val moved over to the edge of her bed and grabbed the pants that were offered to her previously. She slid out of bed and put them on in one swift motion. Then it took a turn for the worse. She started hacking and coughing as she fell on the floor. <br/><br/>""Hey,"" she said with a cough, "" can you go and get my shoes and coat from the front room? I need to-,"" she stopped, coughed the sound of death incarnate, and then continued, ""-get to the hospital. Soon,""<br/><br/>"" Oh, and you can look now. I'm done,""</div></blockquote><br/>Hearing Val fall to the floor, hacking up a fucking lung or two in the process, Jason snapped fully out of his ecchi state of mind and rushed over to her, helping her back onto the bed. ""Just take it easy, Val. I sincerely don't want you hurting yourself trying to move on your own.""<br/><br/>God, she was going to give him a heart attack tonight, no doubt about that. How the hell could she have gotten so damn sick and so quickly?! Damn, and tomorrow was the opening VR battle for the Academy. He sent a quick prayer to Science that she would be able to overcome her sickness in time, otherwise it would really hurt her grades...<br/><br/>He headed over to the front room, grabbed the requested shoes and coat, and brought them to Valerie, gently helping her put them on. ""Alright, you ready? You can lean on my shoulder, or something... Just do whatever you need so you don't fall again."""
5970,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=425,2014-12-03T22:12:00,Vancon,"<blockquote><div><cite>Isle of Lithonia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22669981#p22669981"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Vancon <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22669835#p22669835"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Thanks,"" she said. ""Heh, I feel like I've said that already a couple times tonight. No matter though, you've been a big help,"" she added with a large, yet nervous, grin. Val moved over to the edge of her bed and grabbed the pants that were offered to her previously. She slid out of bed and put them on in one swift motion. Then it took a turn for the worse. She started hacking and coughing as she fell on the floor. <br/><br/>""Hey,"" she said with a cough, "" can you go and get my shoes and coat from the front room? I need to-,"" she stopped, coughed the sound of death incarnate, and then continued, ""-get to the hospital. Soon,""<br/><br/>"" Oh, and you can look now. I'm done,""</div></blockquote><br/>Hearing Val fall to the floor, hacking up a fucking lung or two in the process, Jason snapped fully out of his ecchi state of mind and rushed over to her, helping her back onto the bed. ""Just take it easy, Val. I sincerely don't want you hurting yourself trying to move on your own.""<br/><br/>God, she was going to give him a heart attack tonight, no doubt about that. How the hell could she have gotten so damn sick and so quickly?! Damn, and tomorrow was the opening VR battle for the Academy. He sent a quick prayer to Science that she would be able to overcome her sickness in time, otherwise it would really hurt her grades...<br/><br/>He headed over to the front room, grabbed the requested shoes and coat, and brought them to Valerie, gently helping her put them on. ""Alright, you ready? You can lean on my shoulder, or something... Just do whatever you need so you don't fall again.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Alright then, if you insist,""<br/><br/>Val climbed up off the carpet below and rose up right next to Jay as she tried to balance her arm on his shoulder, to an effect known only as failure. She simply couldn't get up high enough since she was thrashing around whenever she coughed. Val fell off of his shoulder and landed face-first on her bed, almost returning to her original position. She rolled over and put her arms out straight ahead towards Jay.<br/><br/>With a face the colour of her red hair, she asked in a babyish voice,<br/><br/>""Carry m-*cough*-e?"""
5971,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=425,2014-12-03T22:44:00,Isle of Lithonia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Vancon <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22670146#p22670146"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Alright then, if you insist,"" <br/><br/>Val climbed up off the carpet below and rose up right next to Jay as she tried to balance her arm on his shoulder, to an effect known only as failure. She simply couldn't get up high enough since she was thrashing around whenever she coughed. Val fell off of his shoulder and landed face-first on her bed, almost returning to her original position. She rolled over and put her arms out straight ahead towards Jay.<br/><br/>With a face the colour of her red hair, she asked in a babyish voice,<br/><br/>""Carry m-*cough*-e?""</div></blockquote><br/>God was she cute... It was rather hard for Jason to not just come out and say so, especially with the voice she used to ask him with. Damn...<br/><br/>Thankfully, only his ears reddened this time. Of course this would be embarrassing, but he could console himself with the fact that he was truly helping Valerie now, and without having to worry about perverted thoughts popping into his head. So, this was much easier for him to handle.<br/><br/>He managed a grin, and chuckled. ""Alright then, I'll carry you, my Lady.""<br/><br/>He vent over her, letting her put her arms around his neck. He then gingerly wrapped his arms under her, and slowly hoisted her up. When he made it up, he made certain he had a good hold on the girl. He looked down at her, grinning again. ""Now, let's get you to the doctor. If we delay, I worry about your ability to engage in the VR session tomorrow. And I can't have my favorite rival absent from her first VR of the school year.""<br/><br/>And with that, the cat-man and crimson-haired girl headed off into the now rather cold night. He made certain to keep her as close to himself as possible (without squishing her) so that his body heat would better help keep her warm.<br/><br/>He took the shortest route to the nearest train station, helping her onto the train, and carrying her off it and into the hospital.<br/><br/>As he continued on, he thought about the situation a bit. He saw how fragile and dependent Valerie seemed at that moment (not to mention her good looks), and realized just how close this was to a knight with his wounded lady, carrying her off the field of battle to safety. A bit odd? Sure. But that was just Jason. And he would never, ever be otherwise."
5972,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=425,2014-12-04T07:55:00,TriStates,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Plastered Proper</span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cast:</span>Saito Tsukuda, Jessica O'Flattery, Joshua Fisk, & Varsoyn ""Alphabet""<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Scene:</span>Valston City, The Paradox Maid Cafe<br/><hr/><br/><br/>It was a mellow night for the Invictus groups last stand. With mugs in hand and held high, they toasted another day gone to drink. Most of the other Cadets had long since left the establishment, leaving the four upperclassmen and their Aer Vis guests to have the run of the whole place. But with the rise of the dark morning sky, it seemed best to call the party to its end. So it was as a team, that the cadets lurched to their feet and tried to maintain their careful balance as each left their chairs. Stumbling toward the Cafe's threshold to the cold morning outside, their next obstacle turned out to be the exit. Rather, Jessica's slurred assurances that she could push her way out of the pull-only door.<br/><br/>A fact Varsoyn was quick to point out, and was just as quickly buried under a river of Gaelic-English insults from the red-faced Irish tanker. Finally having made their way out to the street, those that did not immedietly tumble ass over tea kettle whilst tripping the curb fell down anyway, as they laughed themselves hystericall. The sight of a stumble-footed Field Marshal falling into a collection of muddy water and motor oil, who then proceed to thrash about yelling shouts of 'I'm drowning!', was probably the reason for the howls of manic humor.<br/><br/>Finally, making it to Joshua's truck, they came to realize that in his struggle with the pothole puddle, his keys had pulled a Houdini. 30 minutes and not a sight of them later, the still very plastered soldier-students decided it would be easier to hitch a ride a midnight train ride to their respective places than wander through the pitch black parking lot. While they would remember little of the events that got them to their respective homes, they would all recall the hangover that came the next morning for the rest of their lives."
5973,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=425,2014-12-04T08:24:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Johannes Sundberg</span></span></div><br/>That didn't sound like the right way to explain things... Or his current state. Johan continued to stare up at Kai, reflexively taking a swift step back to avoid the water. He was hit nonetheless. It was water, after all. He shrugged and shook his head, not knowing what more he could do for Kai. If he didn't want to listen and Johan couldn't convince him, then there was no use in dragging things along.<br/><br/>""Alright... I'm just concerned."" he crossed his arms over his chest and looked over at Daniel. ""I'm sure he'll be alright."" he assured the older boy, grinning slightly. He didn't look too sure about what he'd said, considering the nervous look on his face, but he'd said that confidently enough. Hopefully Daniel would stop before an argument of some kind came up, ending with Kai challenging Daniel into a game of chicken fight. With the sharks."
5974,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=425,2014-12-04T08:41:00,Corrian,"As time passed, Callandra became less and less coherent with her words, proper consciousness, and balance alike, the people around Volt slowly deteriorating into a scene of hilarity. Earlier, Callandra had said something along the lines of ""Holy shit this is strong"" in response to her Whiskey, and then downed the strong alcoholic beverage eventually anyway. Then got other drinks afterwards, despite the fact that the Whiskey had hit her rather hard at that point. She had already been getting a little tipsy, but the Whiskey began getting her into her loopy drunk stage. But coherent, loopy drunk stage. She could speak properly, she just talked to you in a super loopy and overly cheerful manner, more so than she could be normally. She had completely forgot about the fact she had wanted people to ask her about her random pill taking after she had started to drink too much Whiskey, and instead went on to rambling about random things, toasting to random things like having a good year, being overly friendly at times and seemingly losing the concept of personal space, and so on.<br/><br/>One example for poor sober Landon caught up in the middle of it all was her putting her arm around him and saying how cute, attractive, and handsome he was. Because being flirtatious and drunk don't really mix well. Of course, Landon would probably attempt to try and free himself from the drunk girl. Thankfully for him, she didn't go all out creepy flirty like she could do sometimes when she was sober to the right people, or attempt to kiss him or anything weird like that. All he had to deal with is her singing praise about his appearance. And in fact, all of them there in a sense had to deal with her. Because at one point, she randomly blurted out, while attempting to stand up properly, ""You're all beautiful"", waving a cup in the air and then downing the remains of the contents of the glass into her mouth, then plopping back down into her seat.<br/><br/>As it began to be time to leave, everyone around them beginning to completely file out and the restaurant quickly emptying into almost no activity, Callandra stood up, or well, attempted to and fell back into her seat. At this point in time, she was completely gone into the depths of her alcoholic mind. When she fell back into her seat, she started giggling uncontrollably, as if it was the funniest thing ever. While she was known to giggle at times on the rare occasion, like this was certainly not normal.<br/><br/>""My god! The world is moving away from me!"" Callandra exclaimed, waving her arms in front of her like an idiot, then giggling some more. Unless Volt was long gone at this point, deciding to save himself from the drunks, she grabbed onto him without his permission, and heaved herself up onto her feet, nearly falling into him and knocking him and herself to the ground. ""Whoa!"" She said, giggling again, then sniffing the air while being close to Volt, since if he was in fact still around, she was still clinging to him to keep herself up. ""You smell good"" She said suddenly, then giving him a weird grin that seemed rather random and out of place for her comment. ""I like you"" She said, poking him in the chest. ""You're very attractive, and you smell good"" She said, grinning at him widely.<br/><br/>But thankfully for Volt in another period of luck for the boy so he didn't have to deal with anything more awkward from the girl (Well unless the poster thinks of something he wants to add while typing more<img alt="":twisted:"" src=""./images/smilies/icon_twisted.gif"" title=""Twisted Evil""/>), at this point, she finally let go of him, no longer acting weird and obsessive over him, and now seeming to notice the empty cafe. ""Where did everyone go?"" She asked herself, glancing around. ""Oh..they mus be goin' home cuz of the stuff that happens tomorrow"" She said as the realization hit her drunken mind. And after this, maybe after some goodbye to the others and Volt, along with some more ramblings of sorts, she eventually somehow made it home without any incident, and passed out sprawled across her bed, fully clothed in what she had been wearing throughout the whole day."
5975,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=425,2014-12-04T08:49:00,Republic of Hasgriu,"Daniel was not assured at all. Oh well, another corpse for the meat grinder. He looked at a wall clock, and suddenly realised how late it was. He needs to get back to the dormitory, or his superiors in Aer Vis would make him do fifty push-ups, which he would rather avoid. ""Well, I've had a nice time here, but it's late, and I don't want to be sleeping for tomorrow's simulation. I recommend that both of you return as well. And I've also got this water to dry off. Anyway, see you tomorrow, don't be late! ""Before he had even finished, Daniel was already moving towards the exit."
5976,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=425,2014-12-04T09:39:00,TriStates,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><span style=""color: #00BF00""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">The Only Easy Day, Was Yesterday</span></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i1283.photobucket.com/albums/a558/NikoSuave2/7556b8b3-c5bc-4d1e-93f2-1cede7a3d44f_zpsd7abd711.jpg""/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cast:</span> <span style=""font-style: italic"">Saito Tsukuda, Jessica O'Flattery, Joshua Fisk, Varsoyn ""Alphabet""</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Time:</span> <span style=""font-style: italic"">3:00am; 1hr Before Revilry</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Scene:</span> <span style=""font-style: italic"">Communal Crash Pad (a.k.a Saito's House)</span></div></blockquote><br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">""Uuuguhughargh!...</span>"" came a growling, inhuman moan from beneath a set of azure blue bed sheets. The sudden noise caused Saito to bolt up from his bed, only to fall back down between the covers and pillows with a grimace on his face. Two things began crystal clear to the young Japanese cadet. His head felt ready to explode! And he was the one making all the noise.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Onegaishimasu!...</span>God!..."", Saito croaked, his voice barely above a whisper as he rolled slowly from once side of the bed to the other. ""Let me die now!...""<br/><br/>So in tune was he with his hangover pains, he hadn't noticed he had reached the end of the bed, until a sudden second of weightlessness met him. Followed by a quick bitch-slap by gravity, causing him to belly flop on the lamenated wooden floor.<br/><br/>A muffled ""Uuuguh!"" was all that he could manage in reaction. Slowly, carefully, he slide his way across the floor like inch worm. Not even raising his red-rimmed eyes from the floor, he only knew he had reached the door after a solid<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Thunk!</span>reverberated across his head. Which only made the pain worse, since the collision felt like a million bells ringing simultaneously in his mind.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">I gotta get out of this hell!</span>, he thought, managing to summon the strength to reach up towards the handle. After a couple flailing trys, the wooden door swung open with what sounded like a hellious shreik of wood on rusty hinges. Crawling his way out of the room and into the hall way that connected his corridor with the rest of the house, the 19-year old Colonel starred out at the apartments main room, bleary and blood-shot eyes looking, but seeing nothing. Taking the time to summon a few deep breaths, the oxygen a welcomed feeling in his lungs, he then spoke.<br/><br/>""Whos-,"" his voiced cracked out, causing him to clear his throat and start over.<br/><br/>""Whose alive?... sound off...""<br/><br/>A moment of silence descened upon his statement, followed by a chours of groans, curses, and otherwise whiney bitching from all corners of the rooms and house. Sighing, a dry humorous chuckle trailing after it, Saito promptly shuffled off into the tiny flats restroom.<br/><br/>""Yeaaah,"" he commented to no one in particular as he single-filed his way into the closet-like shower. Gripping the sides of the water knob he gave a wry laugh as he spun it all one way, not even bothering to take off his soiled uniform as he waited for the water to work its way to the shower head.<br/><br/><div align=""center"">""Home, sweet-<span style=""font-weight: bold"">FUUUUCK THATS COLD!</span>""</div>"
5977,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=425,2014-12-04T09:56:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Johannes Sundberg</span></span></div><br/>Not long after Daniel had left for his own dorm, Johan realized that he had to go as well. He had not even fixed his room, or prepared for the simulation that Daniel had talked about briefly. Grabbing his suitcase he headed for the tank's exit, on the way, grabbing the blue springsuit. He wanted it again, all of a sudden. He waved to Kai as he walked away in a hurry.<br/>""I've got to go, too, Kai!"" he called back, bursting into a sprint. ""See you tomorrow!""<br/><br/>At his current speed, Johan knew he would reach his dorms in less than 10 minutes. He did. At around his 5th minute passed, he was standing at the door of his assigned room. Feeling rather excited, he stepped inside and neatly propped his suitcase against some small counter where he could eat later on. Though right now he was feeling quite exhausted. From the flight, the swim and the embarrassing incident with Kai and his sharks, to the sprint not more than a few moments ago. Johan shut the door to his dorm room and took his jacket off. Not even bothering to turn the lights on, he fell limp against his bed and snoozed almost immediately.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Timothy Sutcliffe</span></span></div><br/>Walking out of the Nature Reserve was Timothy Sutcliffe, wearing a white polo shirt and long black pants. He looked very pleased with himself, having confirmed that he had a place in this wonderful facility. Following him from above was Saab, the Northern Harrier. He gave a loud squaw as the boy came into view and swooped down to perch on his left shoulder, with deHavilland the Pine Marten on his right.<br/><br/>""That was definitely worth it, huh?"" he asked the two animals. Both seemed to answer yes, in a way, looking in between them at their young master. ""Now, we can head back to the dorm, yes? I'll have time to see that atelier in the next few days."" To this, both animals made a small sound in agreement. They had been around for long enough today, and the flight on the way here was frightful. Though the Galaxy was majestic, it was nothing compared to Emirates' A380s or SAS' 737s.<br/>Timothy could easily classify it as economy class. Probably even lower.<br/><br/>That alone had made him cringe. But if he wanted to change for real, this academy was the best place to start. Timothy shook his head in pure disgust as he looked back to his experience on that plane. It smelled of sweat and... Sweat, mostly. Larger, bulkier males were around, bragging about their Leagues and such. There were some that attracted him in a way, but he didn't dare to approach them. A fight had almost broken out, but to his surprise, a small boy stopped them through words alone. If those two had been any more arrogant than they already were, that kid would have been beaten until he was half-dead before he got to the academy.<br/><br/>With that aside, anyway, Timothy made with the rest of his day at the Elysian Fields Nature Reserve, way North on Emerald Cove. There were a lot of potential pets there, but he wasn't allowed to take any. That sort of sucked, but deHavilland and Saab were fine friends enough. Timothy returned to his dorm, nearly ran into a sprinting fox spliced boy... Coincidentally, the one from the plane, and took his first nap... Hopefully not the last."
5978,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=425,2014-12-04T11:35:00,Brechalht,ignore
5979,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=425,2014-12-04T12:43:00,Isle of Lithonia,"The alarm shook Jason out of his short, but sweet, dreams. After he slapped the alarm off and stretched, he turned over, looking at the clock.<span style=""font-style: italic"">O-two-hundred? Not bad.</span><br/><br/>Yes, he got up an hour before just about anyone else. Being a cat partial meant that he was partially nocturnal. And so long as he got his catnaps in (which he did the day previous), having a couple hours of sleep a night was extremely restful for him. So, even with Valerie's late-night hospital visit, he was ready for his first VR simulation of the school year.<br/><br/>The cat-man got up out of his bed and gave himself a good tongue-bath, which took about a half-hour ('tis long, but worth not getting covered in water). He knew that nobody really understood his tongue-baths, but he didn't care. Honestly, water just scared the heeby-geebies out of him.<br/><br/>Now he began his morning routing in earnest. ""Coffee on... check. POD... check. Clothes...""<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">A few minutes later.</span><br/><br/>""...Ironed and ready. Put clothes on, and don't forget the officer's rank... Revolver and shoulder holster... ready and on. Now for breakfast.""<br/><br/>He quickly made himself a six egg omelet with sweet peppers, tomatoes, spinach, and salmon meat. Oh, it smelled wonderful...<br/><br/>Of course, he needed to savor this breakfast, since it would be one of the last fine meals he'd eat (remember how much money he spent last night?). And savor it, he did, with a cup of creamy coffee (he loves milk, and so he used a lot of it). Whilst eating, he read over the small POD he had (which was both brief and vague about today's details), and just enjoyed the company of his thoughts.<br/><br/>He wondered how everyone would be feeling today. He was certain they all got wasted, and no doubt the hang-overs would make several of them quite pissy. Now that he thought about it, he was glad in a sense that Val had gotten sick. Hell, it sure kept him from gaining a hang-over today, and for that he was ever grateful.<br/><br/>The tips of his ears went red as he thought about the events that transpired in Val's room, and found that he couldn't help but chuckle at the hilarity of it all. That was definitely a once-in-a-lifetime situation, something you'd only expect in one of those shit-crazy ecchi shows that Jason loved watching when his hormones were out of whack. Funny how it managed to happen in real time, and in his very real (and realistic) life.<br/><br/>But he was feeling much more in control of his mind and body now. Now he was able to truly think rationally, and be able to deal with the problems which tended to crop up when the kitty hung around and worked with women.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Obviously, I'm over it now. And not a day too soon.<br/><br/>I bet Callandra is going to ask what happened last night. I wonder what she'd say if I told her everything.</span><br/><br/>He laughed again. No, he couldn't tell her everything. He needed to maintain proper decorum today, since it was his first day to truly utilize his new authority, and he needed to make a powerful impression on the new cadets if they were to listen to his orders.<br/><br/>Speaking of authority, it was now two minutes before o-three-hundred.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Time to make certain Aer Vis gets their buts out of bed.</span><br/><br/>He walked out of his room, waited until the clock struck three, and then bellowed, ""AER VIS, EVERYONE UP AND AT 'EM!!!!"" For good measure, he walked around the apartment, banging on every airman's door and shouting at them to, ""RISE AND SHINE, CADETS!!!! RUB OFF THOSE HANGOVERS, AND GET TO IT!!! WE LEAVE IN FORTY MINUTES SHARP!!!""<br/><br/>Satisfied that no one could sleep through all that, he headed over to his room, and waited."
5980,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=425,2014-12-04T13:03:00,Perestroikavo,"Eli groaned. A faint wave of nausea washed over him, and he glanced at his pocketwatch. Well, he would, have, except his trenchcoat wasn't presentlyl on him. ""What in blazes?"" He looked around at his surroundings, and realized he was in some sort of a cabin. His face throbbed, and he had an ugly bruise on his right cheek. ""Wonder where I got that? Some cheeky mong probably punched me while he was drunk."" Eli knew his habit of wondering things aloud would tip whoever took him here off to his location. Eli retrieved his trenchcoat and fumbled through the pockets until he found what he was looking for. Pulling out his small bag of cocaine and the watch, he glanced at it, and read 2:30. Replacing the pocket watch, he snorted a bump, and a familiar sense of alertness washed over him, like he had drank a dozen cups of coffee and eaten pure sugar. His trenchcoat smelled faintly of vomit, and Eli wrinkled his nose at the sharp scent assaulting his nose.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">I'll go wash that before the sim today.</span>He stalked around the house for a minute, and found Thad on a smaller couch. He dared not wake the boy, for fear of alerting the others who might be there. Eli assumed the worst had happened, that some mobsters had gotten ahold of him and some others. He flicked open his knife and stalked into a kitchen near silently. ""Oh fuck me."" He realized that it was even worse than what he had originally thought. Eli was in General Flint's home. That, or there was some sort of stalker keeping a picture of him in uniform, and who had stolen his jacket. Wanting to leave as soon as he possibly could, Eli withdrew the wad of cash from his pocket and counted out two-hundred dollars in twenties. He left the general a note. ""Thanks for saving my ass again Tex, sorry for any trouble it may have caused you."" With that, Eli crept out the front door, careful to close it quietly, and clomped past the the charger, toward the noise of a city that never slept.<br/><br/>Eli retrieved his trenchcoat from the dryer and buried his face into it. ""Ahhh."" He let out a sigh of relief at the nice scent of lavender detergent, and quickly put the jacket on over his uniform. A glimpse at his watch showed that it was approxiamatly three-thirty eight. ""Shit, I gotta get to school."" Eli ran down to his garage in an attempt to start his car, and looked through his jacket for a solid fourty seconds before realizing that the car was absent from its usual place. ""Awh, damn it all to hell."" A single tear dripped from his eye at the thought of his wonder vehicle being stolen, but he quickly wiped it away and focused back to the task at hand. There was time for murder later. Buttoning up the last button on his Leviathon officer's uniform, and checking that he had the 1911 that Aleksandr had given him, he steeled himself for the day to come, and realized that the metro was departing soon. He took off for the subway, and made it just in time for the last boarding call to Eureka Academy.<br/><br/>Eli settled into wait in the usual briefing room, not particularly caring that he was the first one there. So he made a call. ""Yeah, my car is missing. Yes. No, I think somebody stole it. Yes I would recognize it if I saw it."" After a few more minutes of conversation, Eli hung up.<span style=""font-style: italic"">No good police. Can't even find a car from bloody 1914.</span>He flexed his hand a last time, and sat there in the darkness and silence except for his own chewing of a granola bar, and completely alone, except for the crickets."
5981,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=425,2014-12-04T14:50:00,Rob Halfordia,.
5982,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=425,2014-12-04T15:44:00,Icrum,"<blockquote><div><cite>Brechalht <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22674866#p22674866"">wrote</a>:</cite>Ashcroft awoke at 3 am sharp to the sound of his alarm.<br/><br/>Without hesitation, he mechanically lifted himself from the bed.<br/>Shuffling across the hallway to Lizzy's room in his rove and slippers, he gave few short raps on the door.<br/><br/>""Lizzy, it is tie to wake up. We need to be at the base in an hour.""<br/>He heard a muffled reply from within.<br/><br/>Satisfied, he headed to the kitchen and began some water boiling in a kettle for tea. <br/>""There will be tea and eggs, don't forget to eat!"" He called out to her room, now die she was awake. <br/><br/>Leaving the kettle on the burner, Ashcroft, now fully awake, retreated back into his room, and threw open his closet, where several airmen uniforms hung leftovers from his departure at the beginning of the summer- overcoats, pants, and all.<br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://www.collectorsquest.com/uploads/blog/2012/09/Women-Airforce-Service-Pilot-Uniform-and-Wings-620x414.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div></div></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Still immaculately pressed, I see. Hmm, some dust, but not too much.</span><br/><br/>He grinned as he dressed, overjoyed to be returning to the base and its hectic life. One could hate this island of death, yet Ashcroft and most others were absolutely enthralled with the Olympus of warfare that Eureka had become. <br/><br/>Straightening his tie and tilting his cap, he returned to the kitchen and steeped the tea while making the eggs. <br/><br/>""Lizzy! Are you ready yet? Breakfast is, as am I and Eureka!""<br/>He heard her moving about her room, and listened for a reply.</div></blockquote><br/>""Give me a moment!"" Lizzy yelled out as she got dressed. She stumbled around to get her clothes on. The combination of 3 hours of sleep and a slight headache weren't helping her cause.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Next time, I'm not going to Last Night. Unless Aaron makes me go. Ugh........ My head.</span>Lizzy thought to herself as she put her hat on. She then walked out to the kitchen and sat at the table. She then grabbed a cup of tea, unknown to her, and took a sip. She then made a face of disgust and looked down at the cup of pure evil.<br/>""Tea? Ugh......."" Lizzy complained as she set the cup down.<br/>""Hey Aaron, how come you are so peppy and chipper this morning?"" Lizzy asked with her head down on the table."
5983,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=450,2014-12-04T16:17:00,Delonour,"<span style=""margin-left: 6px;"">Danielle woke in her room to her alarm blaring. As per her usual she tapped it lightly and stayed in her bed with the blanket up to her nose as she just stared blankly up at the ceiling.</span><br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 6px;"">""Another day..."" She sighed as she thought of the usual fuss but then remembered the simulation and groaned.</span><br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 6px;"">""Why today? Why?"" She carefully pushed off the blanket and sat up in the bed and finally yawned and stretched her shoulders and smacked her lips. Yawning once more she lifted up her legs and moved them to be hanging off the side of the bed. Finally, standing up off her bed the cold of the floor sneaked it's way into her toes. Carefully shuffling to her closet she looked at her uniform as she slid on her uniform. Looking in the back of the closet where she had moved the 'shrine' to Lizzy to she smiled thinking of them together. She comped her hand through her hair feeling the knots and overall messiness of it. Sighing she walked to her backpack holding a brush which she began thoroughly and carefully, just like her father taught her, brush her hair. Finished she grabbed her hair and expertly put it into a bun as she slipped on her shoes and was walking to the door.</span>"
5984,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=450,2014-12-04T16:54:00,The Orson Empire,"Thad woke up on one of the couches. He immediately groaned, as he was having a hangover from all of that alcohol he had drank last night. He looked around, and didn't recognize his surroundings at first. He didn't remember anything that had happened last night, except the fact that he must have drunk some beer.<br/><br/>""Oh God, what have I done?"" he would say quietly to himself. He saw his jacket on the floor, which stank of vomit. He then looked around further and realized that he was in General Flint's house.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">I must have passed out</span>, Thad thought as he tried to make some sense of what was going on. He then pulled out his smartphone and saw that the time was 2:40. He then saw Eli leave the house through the front door. Thad got up and took his jacket, and he walked slowly, as he was a bit dizzy. He made it out of the front door and headed to the dorms.<br/><br/>Once Thad reached his dorm, he put on his uniform and grabbed a quick snack. He then washed and dried his jacket, and then left his dorm and made his way towards Navarone."
5985,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=450,2014-12-04T17:46:00,Republic of Hasgriu,"Daniel was just about finished putting on his Aer Vis pilot's uniform when he had heard somebody, presumably one of his higher-ups, banging on every body's door. He had adjusted his alarm clock the moment he came back, and had woken up eighteen minutes earlier. That and the fact that he didn't drink a few litres of vodka and wine meant that he was one of the earliest to wake up. He grabbed a two yoghurt bars and put them in his bag along with his 34 remaining sweets and then headed out the door.<br/><br/>""Hmm... where is everyone?"", Daniel asked. The hallway was completely empty. Perhaps the person who had woken everyone up had returned to his room. ""Well, that means I have plenty of time to eat my food."" He tore the wrapper of the bar and guzzled down all the strawberry yoghurt and nuts. He then went outside the dormitory door and leaned on the wall, waiting for the sleepy cadets to get up."
5986,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=450,2014-12-04T18:48:00,Rob Halfordia,"<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://silkscreenviews.files.wordpress.com/2013/02/teenage_denzel_by_semokan.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Ryan</a>lied on the floor of his apartment, surrounded by bottles of various different rums and vodkas, along with two bongs that were still had a decent amount of weed left. As he got up, he looked around at his apartment. It wasn't completely trashed, but it was certainly filthy. He still felt slightly drunk as well, and looked down in his hand to realize he was still holding a bottle of Bacardi Superior. Taking a quick swig, he felt a chill as the alcohol made it's way through his body. After a few bong hits to help try to cure the massive headache he was suffering, he put on a white t-shirt, still in his boxers, and stumbled into the hallway. He quickly found his face planted in the wall parallel to his room. Getting up slowly, he released a decent sized belch and continued stumbling through the hall. He had almost no memory of the night prior, or why there was so much empty bottles in his room. Sure he could drink a ton, but he couldn't drink that much. He must have had some company or something. He got dressed, and got into his 2011 Toyota Tundra, popping some eye drops. He drove to Navarone.<br/><br/>(Just assume he's there now)"
5987,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=450,2014-12-04T19:37:00,Brechalht,ignore
5988,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=450,2014-12-04T19:46:00,The Templar High Council,"Apparently, Aiden woke up after both of his ""guests"" left, somewhat annoyed that neither tried to wake him up to thank him. ""Last time I help those assholes,"" he muttered, until he got downstairs and saw the stack of cash left on the counter. With a note. The note made him smile. ""Well, whaddya know? Looks like Red ain't so bad after all.""<br/><br/>He showered and dressed, pocketing the money and looking<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://www.bostoncostume.com/images/products/7589.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">sharp</a>. He kept his hat off in the car, driving quite casually to the barracks for the first exercise of the year. Upon arrival, he greeted everyone he knew happily, disregarding league. Today, they were not their leagues. Today, they were Eureka Academy. And they would have a tough fight today, regardless of what was planned.<br/><br/>The barracks had to have an office, right? Or an alternate meeting room? Whichever was available (for Tri's sake), Aiden marched in there and claimed it for himself, calling a few select Defion soldiers to meet with him. ""Lieutenant Lee Jae-Hwa, First Sergeant Ryan Footer, and Corporal Thaddeus Arkenson, report to General Flint's office ASAP. I repeat..."" Aiden announced his orders over the intercom system that hopefully existed, trying to get his stand-out soldiers together quickly."
5989,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=450,2014-12-04T19:54:00,Arana,"<blockquote><div><cite>Perestroikavo <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22675725#p22675725"">wrote</a>:</cite><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Eli groaned. A faint wave of nausea washed over him, and he glanced at his pocketwatch. Well, he would, have, except his trenchcoat wasn't presentlyl on him. ""What in blazes?"" He looked around at his surroundings, and realized he was in some sort of a cabin. His face throbbed, and he had an ugly bruise on his right cheek. ""Wonder where I got that? Some cheeky mong probably punched me while he was drunk."" Eli knew his habit of wondering things aloud would tip whoever took him here off to his location. Eli retrieved his trenchcoat and fumbled through the pockets until he found what he was looking for. Pulling out his small bag of cocaine and the watch, he glanced at it, and read 2:30. Replacing the pocket watch, he snorted a bump, and a familiar sense of alertness washed over him, like he had drank a dozen cups of coffee and eaten pure sugar. His trenchcoat smelled faintly of vomit, and Eli wrinkled his nose at the sharp scent assaulting his nose.<br/><br/> <span style=""font-style: italic"">I'll go wash that before the sim today.</span> He stalked around the house for a minute, and found Thad on a smaller couch. He dared not wake the boy, for fear of alerting the others who might be there. Eli assumed the worst had happened, that some mobsters had gotten ahold of him and some others. He flicked open his knife and stalked into a kitchen near silently. ""Oh fuck me."" He realized that it was even worse than what he had originally thought. Eli was in General Flint's home. That, or there was some sort of stalker keeping a picture of him in uniform, and who had stolen his jacket. Wanting to leave as soon as he possibly could, Eli withdrew the wad of cash from his pocket and counted out two-hundred dollars in twenties. He left the general a note. ""Thanks for saving my ass again Tex, sorry for any trouble it may have caused you."" With that, Eli crept out the front door, careful to close it quietly, and clomped past the the charger, toward the noise of a city that never slept.<br/><br/>Eli retrieved his trenchcoat from the dryer and buried his face into it. ""Ahhh."" He let out a sigh of relief at the nice scent of lavender detergent, and quickly put the jacket on over his uniform. A glimpse at his watch showed that it was approxiamatly three-thirty eight. ""Shit, I gotta get to school."" Eli ran down to his garage in an attempt to start his car, and looked through his jacket for a solid fourty seconds before realizing that the car was absent from its usual place. ""Awh, damn it all to hell."" A single tear dripped from his eye at the thought of his wonder vehicle being stolen, but he quickly wiped it away and focused back to the task at hand. There was time for murder later. Buttoning up the last button on his Leviathon officer's uniform, and checking that he had the 1911 that Aleksandr had given him, he steeled himself for the day to come, and realized that the metro was departing soon. He took off for the subway, and made it just in time for the last boarding call to Eureka Academy.<br/><br/>Eli settled into wait in the usual briefing room, not particularly caring that he was the first one there. So he made a call. ""Yeah, my car is missing. Yes. No, I think somebody stole it. Yes I would recognize it if I saw it."" After a few more minutes of conversation, Eli hung up. <span style=""font-style: italic"">No good police. Can't even find a car from bloody 1914.</span> He flexed his hand a last time, and sat there in the darkness and silence except for his own chewing of a granola bar, and completely alone, except for the crickets.</div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/>After Johannes and Daniel had left, Kai, exhausted from a long day and still quite drunk and high, wandered back to the car in the parking lot and fell asleep. Just before he fell asleep, he was sober enough to take out his phone and set an alarm for 3:30 AM However, he slept through it, and was awakened by something entirely different: a police officer dragging him out of the car. Evidently, somebody had reported it stolen. He started to explain the situation, that he had simply been watching it for a friend, but the weak explanation, coupled with his lack of a license, and evidence of alcohol and drug use, didn't help his case. Minutes later, he was handcuffed in the back of a police car, driving to what he assumed was a police station. Turned out, he was wrong. Around 3:50 AM, the police car pulled up outside the Briefing Room of the Eureka Academy, and the two officers forced Kai out and into the room. When he saw Eli, Kai grinned sheepishly, not really sure how much trouble he was in.<br/><br/>""Hey... so yeah... you left your keys behind last night, and I kinda took them to keep your car safe... sorry..."""
5990,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=450,2014-12-04T19:57:00,Corrian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Isle of Lithonia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22675539#p22675539"">wrote</a>:</cite><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">The alarm shook Jason out of his short, but sweet, dreams. After he slapped the alarm off and stretched, he turned over, looking at the clock. <span style=""font-style: italic"">O-two-hundred? Not bad.</span><br/><br/>Yes, he got up an hour before just about anyone else. Being a cat partial meant that he was partially nocturnal. And so long as he got his catnaps in (which he did the day previous), having a couple hours of sleep a night was extremely restful for him. So, even with Valerie's late-night hospital visit, he was ready for his first VR simulation of the school year.<br/><br/>The cat-man got up out of his bed and gave himself a good tongue-bath, which took about a half-hour ('tis long, but worth not getting covered in water). He knew that nobody really understood his tongue-baths, but he didn't care. Honestly, water just scared the heeby-geebies out of him.<br/><br/>Now he began his morning routing in earnest. ""Coffee on... check. POD... check. Clothes...""<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">A few minutes later.</span><br/><br/>""...Ironed and ready. Put clothes on, and don't forget the officer's rank... Revolver and shoulder holster... ready and on. Now for breakfast.""<br/><br/>He quickly made himself a six egg omelet with sweet peppers, tomatoes, spinach, and salmon meat. Oh, it smelled wonderful...<br/><br/>Of course, he needed to savor this breakfast, since it would be one of the last fine meals he'd eat (remember how much money he spent last night?). And savor it, he did, with a cup of creamy coffee (he loves milk, and so he used a lot of it). Whilst eating, he read over the small POD he had (which was both brief and vague about today's details), and just enjoyed the company of his thoughts.<br/><br/>He wondered how everyone would be feeling today. He was certain they all got wasted, and no doubt the hang-overs would make several of them quite pissy. Now that he thought about it, he was glad in a sense that Val had gotten sick. Hell, it sure kept him from gaining a hang-over today, and for that he was ever grateful.<br/><br/>The tips of his ears went red as he thought about the events that transpired in Val's room, and found that he couldn't help but chuckle at the hilarity of it all. That was definitely a once-in-a-lifetime situation, something you'd only expect in one of those shit-crazy ecchi shows that Jason loved watching when his hormones were out of whack. Funny how it managed to happen in real time, and in his very real (and realistic) life. <br/><br/>But he was feeling much more in control of his mind and body now. Now he was able to truly think rationally, and be able to deal with the problems which tended to crop up when the kitty hung around and worked with women. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Obviously, I'm over it now. And not a day too soon.<br/><br/>I bet Callandra is going to ask what happened last night. I wonder what she'd say if I told her everything.</span> <br/><br/>He laughed again. No, he couldn't tell her everything. He needed to maintain proper decorum today, since it was his first day to truly utilize his new authority, and he needed to make a powerful impression on the new cadets if they were to listen to his orders.<br/><br/>Speaking of authority, it was now two minutes before o-three-hundred. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Time to make certain Aer Vis gets their buts out of bed.</span><br/><br/>He walked out of his room, waited until the clock struck three, and then bellowed, ""AER VIS, EVERYONE UP AND AT 'EM!!!!"" For good measure, he walked around the apartment, banging on every airman's door and shouting at them to, ""RISE AND SHINE, CADETS!!!! RUB OFF THOSE HANGOVERS, AND GET TO IT!!! WE LEAVE IN FORTY MINUTES SHARP!!!"" <br/><br/>Satisfied that no one could sleep through all that, he headed over to his room, and waited.</div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/>At the sound of banging on the doors, Callandra jolted awake, immediately getting into an upright position. ""Huh, wha?"" She said as she did so, then let out a groan as her head throbbed.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Oh fucking great, I got a hangover this time. I think I drank too much this time...</span>She thought to herself. Another thing that became immediately apparent to her, besides shouting outside her door about getting up and being ready in forty minutes, is that this time around, she had absolutely no idea what happened last night. Usually she found that she could remember, AND not get a headache. But this time, she couldn't remember and had a headache. She wasn't particularly enjoying this wake up time this time around. Honestly she was surprised to see that she was in an actual bed, having expected to pass out on the sidewalk behind the cafe or something. How she got back, she had no idea. But in a way, she was rather thankful for getting back nonetheless. She still wished she knew exactly what happened last night, though she was pretty certain that nothing...Too odd happened. And if it did, she'd be disappointed, preferring the idea of being sober during that. If she recalled right, Volt had been sober during the whole thing, but she couldn't be certain. So he'd probably know what exactly happened last night.<br/><br/>Callandra, once she got her bearings and could manage standing without her head feeling like it wanted to explode, immediately went to make herself one of those magical drinks you drink after getting drunk and waking up next morning with a hangover to try and get rid of your hangover. She had the distinct feeling she got a rather tiny amount of sleep last night, but she was used to that. Being here tended to require a lacking of sleep at times, so that thought didn't bother her too much. She got used to getting less than normal sleep. Didn't mean she wasn't regretting last night in some ways, as much fun as it was.<br/><br/>The drink was exactly what she needed, downing it perking her up and making her feel better rather quickly. With mostly taking care of her lovely hangover out of the way, the next was to change into her appropriate clothes for the day, which, supposedly being in her own room and all, she did without any real care for privacy, because she pretty much already had her own privacy since it was her own room. She didn't go and like, take everything to the bathroom or something. She just changed right in her room, despite the fact someone could be on the other side of her door right now. And she wasn't even sure if she had locked her door, so if there was, they could easily open the door right now. But again, she didn't really care, not ashamed of stuff like that. If anything, she'd probably just be amused by their response to it.<br/><br/>Finishing with getting dressed and all, she downed a glass of water to make her dry mouth feel better, which she guessed had been dried out by the alcohol, went to the bathroom, brushed her teeth, made herself look a<span style=""font-style: italic"">little</span>more like she hadn't just woke up from a hangover (Sleepiness, looking kinda like she felt like shit, hair a mess, stuff like that) by brushing her hair, showering (realizing that this was probably a good idea after already changing into her new clothes), and such like that. The shower did wonders to make her feel even better than she had already managed to make herself feel, and now she felt like she was clean and ready for the day.<br/><br/>With that all done and taken care of, she headed out of her dorm room, with time to spare (10 minutes before he told them to be ready), and headed out to find Jason so they could begin the day. And so she could show that she was 10 minutes early (Or probably 5 by the time she finds him, unless he stood outside their rooms boredly for 40 minutes), to show that she was reliable and whatnot. And looked to be in rather good condition at this point for having woken up in the condition that she was in, and after everything that happened last night and all."
5991,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=450,2014-12-04T20:09:00,The Orson Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Templar High Council <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22680818#p22680818"">wrote</a>:</cite><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Apparently, Aiden woke up after both of his ""guests"" left, somewhat annoyed that neither tried to wake him up to thank him. ""Last time I help those assholes,"" he muttered, until he got downstairs and saw the stack of cash left on the counter. With a note. The note made him smile. ""Well, whaddya know? Looks like Red ain't so bad after all.""<br/><br/>He showered and dressed, pocketing the money and looking <a class=""postlink"" href=""http://www.bostoncostume.com/images/products/7589.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">sharp</a>. He kept his hat off in the car, driving quite casually to the barracks for the first exercise of the year. Upon arrival, he greeted everyone he knew happily, disregarding league. Today, they were not their leagues. Today, they were Eureka Academy. And they would have a tough fight today, regardless of what was planned.<br/><br/>The barracks had to have an office, right? Or an alternate meeting room? Whichever was available (for Tri's sake), Aiden marched in there and claimed it for himself, calling a few select Defion soldiers to meet with him. ""Lieutenant Lee Jae-Hwa, First Sergeant Ryan Footer, and Corporal Thaddeus Arkenson, report to General Flint's office ASAP. I repeat..."" Aiden announced his orders over the intercom system that hopefully existed, trying to get his stand-out soldiers together quickly.</div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/>Thad then realized that he had forgot his smartphone inside of the barracks. He went back to his room in order to retrieve it, and then he heard his name being called over the intercom just as he walked in. Thad froze when he recognized who's voice it was.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Oh God, it's Flint</span>, Thad thought, as he began to panic.<br/><br/>Thad wondered if this was about what had happened last night. Either that, or it would hopefully be the first orders he was about to receive. Nevertheless, he knew he had to comply with the general's orders.<br/><br/>Thad walked down the halls of the barracks, making his way to Flint's office (or whatever it is). He opened the door and walked in, closing it behind him."
5992,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=450,2014-12-04T20:20:00,Rob Halfordia,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Templar High Council <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22680818#p22680818"">wrote</a>:</cite><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Apparently, Aiden woke up after both of his ""guests"" left, somewhat annoyed that neither tried to wake him up to thank him. ""Last time I help those assholes,"" he muttered, until he got downstairs and saw the stack of cash left on the counter. With a note. The note made him smile. ""Well, whaddya know? Looks like Red ain't so bad after all.""<br/><br/>He showered and dressed, pocketing the money and looking <a class=""postlink"" href=""http://www.bostoncostume.com/images/products/7589.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">sharp</a>. He kept his hat off in the car, driving quite casually to the barracks for the first exercise of the year. Upon arrival, he greeted everyone he knew happily, disregarding league. Today, they were not their leagues. Today, they were Eureka Academy. And they would have a tough fight today, regardless of what was planned.<br/><br/>The barracks had to have an office, right? Or an alternate meeting room? Whichever was available (for Tri's sake), Aiden marched in there and claimed it for himself, calling a few select Defion soldiers to meet with him. ""Lieutenant Lee Jae-Hwa, First Sergeant Ryan Footer, and Corporal Thaddeus Arkenson, report to General Flint's office ASAP. I repeat..."" Aiden announced his orders over the intercom system that hopefully existed, trying to get his stand-out soldiers together quickly.</div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/>Ryan was sitting around, examining his FN FNP Tac .45, counting ammo and loading his different rounds. It was always two full metal jackets first, and the rest were hollow points. As he loaded it and holstered the gun, he heard the announcement, and walked into the office. Usually he would say something witty, but he was very hungover, and pretty high. In fact, he strongly smelled of the skunkiest weed you'd ever smell. And the eye drops didn't help much, as his eyes were still blood red. He smiled though, knowing if he got yelled at, he could always bring up that with all the coke going around, the Aiden should be happy he just sticks to pot."
5993,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=450,2014-12-04T20:28:00,Perestroikavo,"<blockquote><div><cite>Arana <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22680926#p22680926"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Hey... so yeah... you left your keys behind last night, and I kinda took them to keep your car safe... sorry...""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Eli's face turned a deep shade of purple, akin to a pickled beet. He thought about his words carefully before he spoke. ""How. Dare. You. I treat you with hospitality, and THIS, is how you repay me? By stealing my car, and making me call the bloody cops?"" Eli sighed, and put his face in his hands. He glanced up, and just stared at Kai for a few minutes, hoping that his dissapointment showed. When one of the police looked at him expectantly, he begrudgingly spoke. ""Don't beat him boys, I think I can handle this. I just need one last favor."" He walked up to the burly man whom he had associated with before, and whispered, while handing him a crisp hundred-dollar bill. ""I have to just prick you with my knife, but I need you to drip some on the boys shoulder. It acts as a natural sort of drug for him."" When the officer gave him another look, Eli sighed and handed him another hundred dollar bill. ""Thats all I got, so you two go buy yourselves something nice, you hear?"" With that, he nicked to officers finger and dripped a single drop of blood onto Kai's shoulder, before the two took off his handcuffs and left quickly.<br/><br/>Eli looked at Kai, beaming this time. ""Bloody good show, old chap! How did she feel? How were the drugs? You'll have to tell me all about it later!"" He clapped Kai on the back, and his face grew serious for a moment. ""Though, next time you take her for a spin, just send me a text. I got your number from registration and programmed mine into yours with the help of some tech guy."" Eli was happy, not only that he got his prized car back, but that it was Kai, and that the police officers hadn't taken initiative and beaten him already, as usually occured with the people Eli called them on. Reaching into his jacket, Eli produced three vials of sheeps blood that he had bought and carried with him since learning that Kai was a shark splice. ""These are for you. Just don't drink them all at once. Wait until the battle is raging, and then use them to heighten your senses!"" With that, Eli clapped him on the back a last time, and gave him a salute in full uniform.<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><img alt=""Image"" src=""https://easterncostume.com/files/WWIIUSN005/fullsize/1.jpg""/></div></div></div>""Now, lets both have a seat and wait for the others."""
5994,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=450,2014-12-04T20:49:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Johannes Sundberg</span></span></div><br/>There was no light in Johan's room. He had let the shades fall the night before so no one would peek in on him or bother him. He had no alarm either. He didn't really care. But he woke up anyway, on his belly. It appeared that he'd forgotten to take his shoes off. Pulling his legs close up to his body, he raised his backside and stretched his arms forward like a fox would, yawning.<br/>""Good Morning..."" he whispered randomly, not seeming to realize that there was no one in the room with him.<br/><br/>He rolled off the bed, literally, and landed on his side on the wooden floor. That woke him up. His head shot up, eyes wide, ears perked. Confused, he frantically looked around his room, having forgotten that he'd walked in here the night before after leaving the aquarium. Ridiculous. Finally realizing his situation and purpose, Johan forced himself up onto his feet with the help of the bed beside he had fallen from. He really did feel lazy, like he wanted to just stay in bed, but there was apparently some simulation today, and Johan would finally see combat, though not exactly for real. It would be exciting, for sure.<br/><br/>The young fox partial checked the windows and doors, stripped, and disappeared into the shower. In a few minutes, he was back out and in a new set of clothes, but still wearing the same jacket he had on the day before. He grabbed a few things he thought he needed and bolted out the door. He didn't need to ask anyone where to go, since he just knew. He sprinted halfway, got on a train, and arrived at the briefing center. Hoping he wasn't late, he entered quietly to ensure that he didn't attract unwanted attention if he was indeed late... A sigh of relief escaped his mouth upon realizing that he was just fine. Not too many cadets were within the hall just yet. Feeling dandy, he chose a seat and took it, singing the Swedish National Anthem to himself, again quietly, so as not to attract attention."
5995,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=450,2014-12-04T21:22:00,Icrum,"<blockquote><div><cite>Brechalht <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22680712#p22680712"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Icrum <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22677683#p22677683"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Give me a moment!"" Lizzy yelled out as she got dressed. She stumbled around to get her clothes on. The combination of 3 hours of sleep and a slight headache weren't helping her cause.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Next time, I'm not going to Last Night. Unless Aaron makes me go. Ugh........ My head.</span> Lizzy thought to herself as she put her hat on. She then walked out to the kitchen and sat at the table. She then grabbed a cup of tea, unknown to her, and took a sip. She then made a face of disgust and looked down at the cup of pure evil.<br/>""Tea? Ugh......."" Lizzy complained as she set the cup down.<br/>""Hey Aaron, how come you are so peppy and chipper this morning?"" Lizzy asked with her head down on the table.</div></blockquote><br/>Aaron was buried in his tablet, checking news feeds from Ravencroft and sipping tea.<br/>""First day on the job again, with fresh clothes, good food, three hours of sleep, and a beautiful day! Could it get better?""<br/>He looked up and gave a silly grin.<br/>""I take that back. Good morning, Lizzy. The morning became much better! <br/>If you don't like the tea, there are eggs on your plate. We have slightly less than half an hour to arrive.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Thanks...."" Lizzy said as she sat up to eat her eggs. She ate slowly, as she was piss-poor tired. She then picked up her plate and walked to the sink. She washed her plate, got some water for her headache.<br/>""How are you fine? You drank as much as me."" Lizzy asked after she finished her water. She then sat down on the couch and grabbed her head.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">That's the last time I go drinking. No matter what. Not even if Aaron wants to go.</span>Lizzy thought to herself. She didn't like having a headache.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">How can people do this? This is misarable!</span>Lizzy thought. She then got up and walked to Aaron.<br/>""Hey, we should go now. Don't want to be late."" Lizzy said as she went to grab a book to read on the car ride.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Rudi Pataki, 0330 Hours</span></span><br/>Rudi woke up in his room. Which happened to be the employee's lounge of<span style=""font-style: italic"">Hi to Mizu</span>, as he asked Tonogami to let him stay there. After one year of barracks, he wanted to get away from them as fast as possible. So he asked his boss if he can live at his resturant.<br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Ohayoo gozaimasu</span>Tonogami"" Rudi said in Japanese to his boss. Tonogami was in the kitchen making some tea while Matleena, Tonogami's wife, was busy getting the tools ready.<br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Ohayoo gozaimasu</span>Rudi-san."" Tonogami and Matleena said to Rudi in unison. Matleena turned to Rudi after she turned on the rice cooker.<br/>""How did you sleep last night Rudi?"" Matleena asked Rudi as he walked into the kitchen. She set a plate of steamed rice, miso soup, and<span style=""font-style: italic"">tamagoyaki</span>(rolled omelet).<br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Dōmo arigatō gozaimasu</span>Matleena."" Rudi said after he said a prayer to bless the food. Something he always did because he was Mormon. He then began to eat his breakfest.<br/>""I slept well Matleena, arigatō."" Rudi said as he ate the rice. He finished and began to eat the soup and<span style=""font-style: italic"">tamagoyaki</span>. After he finished he got his uniform on and put on his military cap.<br/>""I'm off. I'll see you in a couple hours."" Rudi called out to his boss and his bosses wife. He then stepped into his car and drove off to the barracks."
5996,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=450,2014-12-04T21:31:00,The Templar High Council,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Orson Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22681086#p22681086"">wrote</a>:</cite>Thad then realized that he had forgot his smartphone inside of the barracks. He went back to his room in order to retrieve it, and then he heard his name being called over the intercom just as he walked in. Thad froze when he recognized who's voice it was. <br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Oh God, it's Flint</span>, Thad thought, as he began to panic. <br/><br/>Thad wondered if this was about what had happened last night. Either that, or it would hopefully be the first orders he was about to receive. Nevertheless, he knew he had to comply with the general's orders. <br/><br/>Thad walked down the halls of the barracks, making his way to Flint's office (or whatever it is). He opened the door and walked in, closing it behind him.</div></blockquote><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Rob Halfordia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22681211#p22681211"">wrote</a>:</cite>Ryan was sitting around, examining his FN FNP Tac .45, counting ammo and loading his different rounds. It was always two full metal jackets first, and the rest were hollow points. As he loaded it and holstered the gun, he heard the announcement, walking into the office. Usually he would say something witty, but he was very hungover, and a little high. In fact, he strongly smelled of the skunkiest weed you'd ever smell. And the eye drops didn't help much, as his eyes were still blood red. He smiled though, knowing if he got yelled at, he could always bring up that with all the coke going around, the Aiden should be happy he just sticks to pot.</div></blockquote><br/>Aiden ordered the door shut behind Ryan, annoyed that Lee hadn't shown up for anything since he dropped him off at<span style=""font-style: italic"">Paradox</span>. Then he sighed at the state of the two soldiers. ""Alright. I know it's the day after Last Night, and both of you are probably fucked up. Like, majorly so. I could smell you down the hall Ryan, and I had to drive your ass home Thad.<br/><br/>""Nevertheless, now we're here: first fight of the season. And our goal? To win. We're working with the other leagues, but we cannot let them show us up. I know that probably isn't the right thing to say, but I mean it. We're gonna be looking our best, feeling our best, and doing our best.<br/><br/>""So if you need to, shower up before we begin. There's one back near the bunks. Take some aspirin, Advil, whatever. Just sober up as fast as you can, and get back here ASAP."""
5997,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=450,2014-12-04T21:32:00,Brechalht,ignore
5998,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=450,2014-12-04T21:38:00,Republic of Hasgriu,"Not content to wait for all the Aer Vis cadets to get over their hangovers, Daniel skipped off to the briefing centre after less than a minute. He ran halfway, and then took a train the rest of the way. By the time he arrived, it was already 0330 hours. He immediately and drastically lowered his pace as he entered the hall, and then quickly took his place in one of the many unoccupied seats. He wondered what the first simulation would be. Most likely something more modern. Maybe the Gulf War? Probably not. He didn't really care regardless. Either way, he would either be in a fighter or on horseback."
5999,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=450,2014-12-04T22:35:00,Terintania,"Volt was rather enjoying watching everyone get drunk out of their minds. Some people may have thought it boring that he wasn't getting drunk with them, but in reality, watching people get drunk out of their minds was just as entertaining as getting drunk was, if not more so, in his opinion. Besides, watching everyone else get drunk didn't end in a hangover, and left the possibility of some interesting conversations in the morning.<br/><br/>When the sun began to come up, he was so tired he may as well have been loopy drunk, but he was enjoying himself. Rather than being weirded out by Callandra's drunken compliments of him, he just laughed. He was recording it all with his glasses, after all. Should be a fun thing to show her next time he got to talk to her. He was about to follow the others out, when he realized Callandra didn't even make it out of her seat. Making his way back over to her, he chuckled. ""Need some help?"" He asked, but as he did, she got up and practically threw herself at him. He managed to stay on his feet, but just barely. ""And you're very drunk,"" He said in reply to her poking him and saying he was attractive and smelled good.<br/><br/>He watched her leave, wondering if he should help her get home, before deciding she would do fine, and heading to the barracks, or wherever the noobies went, and plopped on his bed, curling up and falling asleep rather quickly.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Next Morning</span><br/>Volt heard the sound of his alarm, though it was very muffled. At first he wasn't sure why, then he realized he'd fallen asleep with his headphones on. He hadn't even had them on for any particular reason, other than the fact that he was just normally wearing them. Add that with the fact he had his pillow on his head, and he could hardly hear the alarm. He waited for his body to wake up enough to listen to his commands, then slowly uncurled. He enjoyed staying up late, but getting up early wasn't something he was particularly good at. Getting up at a time when he'd sometimes go to bed was something he was even worse at. Who the hell gets up at 3 AM and calls in morning?<br/><br/>He straightened up and pulled his headphones off, rubbing his aching ears. Sleeping in headphones and glasses wasn't the most comfortable thing ever. Luckily he'd remembered to turn off the camera before going to sleep, so he didn't end up with videos of him sleeping for however long he'd slept. He took his glasses off and put them in his pocket, before getting up and getting ready for the day. He wore a pair of black jeans, black converse boots with light blue-green laces, a black long-sleeve shirt with a blue-green short-sleeve shirt over the top, and a grey short-sleeve hoodie over the top of that, and black gloves on his hands. He honestly wasn't entirely sure what he was supposed to be doing, so he just headed out of his room hoping to follow where the other Invictus freshmen were going."
6000,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=450,2014-12-04T23:25:00,Brechalht,ignore
6001,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=450,2014-12-05T00:18:00,Republic of Hasgriu,"Daniel immediately jolted up, and saluted Aaron. He recognised the girl at his side as a freshman, so he didn't bother saluting her, and instead nodded slightly. ""I am indeed enjoying the year already. I sincerely hope that the cadets are sober enough to pilot the aircraft. It would be a negative omen if we lost to AI in our first simulation of the year. Good to meet you sir."""
6002,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=450,2014-12-05T08:27:00,Rob Halfordia,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Templar High Council <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22681860#p22681860"">wrote</a>:</cite><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>The Orson Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22681086#p22681086"">wrote</a>:</cite>[Thad then realized that he had forgot his smartphone inside of the barracks. He went back to his room in order to retrieve it, and then he heard his name being called over the intercom just as he walked in. Thad froze when he recognized who's voice it was. <br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Oh God, it's Flint</span>, Thad thought, as he began to panic. <br/><br/>Thad wondered if this was about what had happened last night. Either that, or it would hopefully be the first orders he was about to receive. Nevertheless, he knew he had to comply with the general's orders. <br/><br/>Thad walked down the halls of the barracks, making his way to Flint's office (or whatever it is). He opened the door and walked in, closing it behind him.</div></blockquote><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Rob Halfordia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22681211#p22681211"">wrote</a>:</cite>Ryan was sitting around, examining his FN FNP Tac .45, counting ammo and loading his different rounds. It was always two full metal jackets first, and the rest were hollow points. As he loaded it and holstered the gun, he heard the announcement, walking into the office. Usually he would say something witty, but he was very hungover, and a little high. In fact, he strongly smelled of the skunkiest weed you'd ever smell. And the eye drops didn't help much, as his eyes were still blood red. He smiled though, knowing if he got yelled at, he could always bring up that with all the coke going around, the Aiden should be happy he just sticks to pot.</div></blockquote><br/>Aiden ordered the door shut behind Ryan, annoyed that Lee hadn't shown up for anything since he dropped him off at <span style=""font-style: italic"">Paradox</span>. Then he sighed at the state of the two soldiers. ""Alright. I know it's the day after Last Night, and both of you are probably fucked up. Like, majorly so. I could smell you down the hall Ryan, and I had to drive your ass home Thad.<br/><br/>""Nevertheless, now we're here: first fight of the season. And our goal? To win. We're working with the other leagues, but we cannot let them show us up. I know that probably isn't the right thing to say, but I mean it. We're gonna be looking our best, feeling our best, and doing our best.<br/><br/>""So if you need to, shower up before we begin. There's one back near the bunks. Take some aspirin, Advil, whatever. Just sober up as fast as you can, and get back here ASAP.""</div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/>Ryan didn't feel too hungover at this point, and he was starting to come down, ""I'm good."", he said as he sat down in one of the office seats. Knowing he was the machine gunner of the group, he was fully aware that his aim didn't have to be spot on by any means."
6003,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=450,2014-12-05T12:37:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Timothy Sutcliffe</span></span></div><br/>After his rest, Timothy woke up early thanks to his companions who pestered him in bed until he got up, forcing himself to ignore the terrible design of his dorm room. He took out a new set of appropriate clothes and headed out with his buddies. He wasn't in any sort of hurry, so he literally took a stroll heading for the nearest establishment that offered food of some kind. They eventually came upon a bakeshop selling blueberry cheesecake and loaves of nice, soft bread. Anyway, that was what the three had for breakfast, with Saab having an extra serving of meat.<br/><br/>Right after that, Timothy continued on until he reached the briefing center, and entered. He smiled softly, inhaling the much better scent in the building. It was definitely well designed. Its accomodation looked superb as well, from this view alone. Timothy nodded and gesutured for his animal companions to take their seats. But only deHavilland went to choose, and Timothy sat there. The Harrier then pushed off TImothy's shoulder and went to find a perch. Once she was comfy, she stood still, watching her master as he waited for the orientation to start."
6004,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=450,2014-12-05T14:17:00,Arana,"<blockquote><div><cite>Perestroikavo <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22681283#p22681283"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Arana <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22680926#p22680926"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Hey... so yeah... you left your keys behind last night, and I kinda took them to keep your car safe... sorry...""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Eli's face turned a deep shade of purple, akin to a pickled beet. He thought about his words carefully before he spoke. ""How. Dare. You. I treat you with hospitality, and THIS, is how you repay me? By stealing my car, and making me call the bloody cops?"" Eli sighed, and put his face in his hands. He glanced up, and just stared at Kai for a few minutes, hoping that his dissapointment showed. When one of the police looked at him expectantly, he begrudgingly spoke. ""Don't beat him boys, I think I can handle this. I just need one last favor."" He walked up to the burly man whom he had associated with before, and whispered, while handing him a crisp hundred-dollar bill. ""I have to just prick you with my knife, but I need you to drip some on the boys shoulder. It acts as a natural sort of drug for him."" When the officer gave him another look, Eli sighed and handed him another hundred dollar bill. ""Thats all I got, so you two go buy yourselves something nice, you hear?"" With that, he nicked to officers finger and dripped a single drop of blood onto Kai's shoulder, before the two took off his handcuffs and left quickly. <br/><br/>Eli looked at Kai, beaming this time. ""Bloody good show, old chap! How did she feel? How were the drugs? You'll have to tell me all about it later!"" He clapped Kai on the back, and his face grew serious for a moment. ""Though, next time you take her for a spin, just send me a text. I got your number from registration and programmed mine into yours with the help of some tech guy."" Eli was happy, not only that he got his prized car back, but that it was Kai, and that the police officers hadn't taken initiative and beaten him already, as usually occured with the people Eli called them on. Reaching into his jacket, Eli produced three vials of sheeps blood that he had bought and carried with him since learning that Kai was a shark splice. ""These are for you. Just don't drink them all at once. Wait until the battle is raging, and then use them to heighten your senses!"" With that, Eli clapped him on the back a last time, and gave him a salute in full uniform. <div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><img alt=""Image"" src=""https://easterncostume.com/files/WWIIUSN005/fullsize/1.jpg""/></div></div></div> ""Now, lets both have a seat and wait for the others.""</div></blockquote><br/>Kai shrank backwards as Eli spoke. He had expected him to explain everything, not... well, do that. When Eli stopped and just stared at him, Kai squirmed a little, only to be shoved lightly by one of the officers. When Eli finally spoke again, he sighed in relief after being told he wouldn't be beaten, although he was still pretty nervous about whatever was going to happen. All his thoughts, however, stopped when the officer's finger was pricked. Almost immediately, his eyes darted that direction, and followed it all the way to his shoulder, not really caring that he should be concerned as to what was going on. He didn't notice the handcuffs being removed either, instead inhaling the smell of the blood, his eyes fluttering just a little bit at the rush of it. It wasn't much though, so he noticed the sudden change in Eli's demeanor.<br/><br/>""Wait... the hell is going on? Thought you were mad... and where the hell did you get sheep blood? And why'd that guy cut his finger?""<br/><br/>After awkwardly saluting back, Kai sat down, awaiting answers."
6005,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=450,2014-12-05T15:02:00,The Templar High Council,"<blockquote><div><cite>Rob Halfordia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22685036#p22685036"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Templar High Council <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22681860#p22681860"">wrote</a>:</cite><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Aiden ordered the door shut behind Ryan, annoyed that Lee hadn't shown up for anything since he dropped him off at <span style=""font-style: italic"">Paradox</span>. Then he sighed at the state of the two soldiers. ""Alright. I know it's the day after Last Night, and both of you are probably fucked up. Like, majorly so. I could smell you down the hall Ryan, and I had to drive your ass home Thad.<br/><br/>""Nevertheless, now we're here: first fight of the season. And our goal? To win. We're working with the other leagues, but we cannot let them show us up. I know that probably isn't the right thing to say, but I mean it. We're gonna be looking our best, feeling our best, and doing our best.<br/><br/>""So if you need to, shower up before we begin. There's one back near the bunks. Take some aspirin, Advil, whatever. Just sober up as fast as you can, and get back here ASAP.""</div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/>Ryan didn't feel too hungover at this point, and he was starting to come down, ""I'm good."", he said as he sat down in one of the office seats. Knowing he was the machine gunner of the group, he was fully aware that his aim didn't have to be spot on by any means.</div></blockquote><br/>""Then go find some fucking Fabreze, because you smell like a living pile of hemp."" Aiden fanned the air from his nose in an attempt to not smell the pot. ""Thad, I<span style=""font-weight: bold"">know</span>you're fucked up. And you don't smell that great either. Go wash up."""
6006,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=450,2014-12-05T16:33:00,Perestroikavo,"<blockquote><div><cite>Arana <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22687825#p22687825"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""Wait... the hell is going on? Thought you were mad... and where the hell did you get sheep blood? And why'd that guy cut his finger?""<br/><br/>After awkwardly saluting back, Kai sat down, awaiting answers.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Well. We're waiting for the other lazy slobs to get in gear and get their asses to the room, because the first sim is today. Or did you forget? And of course I'm not angry. I'm a lazy slav, and you managed to take my car that's laden with drugs, snort some coke, and drive it to wherever you took it while drunk, while also keeping it in one piece? I bet you visited a lady of the night."" Eli elbowed the other boy lightly to signify that he was joking. ""Am I wrong? I'm a bit confused on how you knew it was sheeps blood, but you know. That nature reserve. I just..."" Eli looked around and made a motion with his thumb across his neck, signifying that he cut it's throat. ""Right in the jugular. I practically have a few gallons of the stuff. Just remember, it's only for combat."" Eli retrieved a cigar out of his jacket and lit up again. At the last question, he put on his wisecracking glasses and leaned back a bit. ""Ahh, but that's the question, isn't it Kai?"" He straightened his jacket. ""Now, we better be quiet for a while, because I don't want these other blokes listening in. Especially the chap singing his wierd song over there."""
6007,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=450,2014-12-05T16:51:00,Rob Halfordia,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Templar High Council <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22688156#p22688156"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Rob Halfordia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22685036#p22685036"">wrote</a>:</cite>Ryan didn't feel too hungover at this point, and he was starting to come down, ""I'm good."", he said as he sat down in one of the office seats. Knowing he was the machine gunner of the group, he was fully aware that his aim didn't have to be spot on by any means.</div></blockquote><br/>""Then go find some fucking Fabreze, because you smell like a living pile of hemp."" Aiden fanned the air from his nose in an attempt to not smell the pot. ""Thad, I <span style=""font-weight: bold"">know</span> you're fucked up. And you don't smell that great either. Go wash up.""</div></blockquote><br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://silkscreenviews.files.wordpress.com/2013/02/teenage_denzel_by_semokan.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Ryan</a>walked out, mumbling something as he did. Upon entering the bathroom, he pulled off his shirt, and smelled it. It was far beyond saving at this point. Throwing it to the side, he took off the rest of his clothes and got in the shower. Despite his slender build of 165lbs at 6'3"", he was rather well built, having great muscle tone. After he finished his shower, Ryan simply put on his slim fitted jeans and disregarded the shirt. It was at the point where it would never not smell like a skunk. And at this point, he the fact he wasn't properly dressed wouldn't surprise most people. He had a tendency to not exactly follow the rules. So he walked out of the bathroom, bare chested, and made his way to the briefing room. When he entered, he that one of the people was the other person that Tex had carried out of the party. Ryan recalled his name being Eli, or something. He decided to try to make casual conversation, disregarding the fact he didn't even have a shirt on. He smiled at Eli, ""So, you were one of the guys Tex had to carry out last night? Eli, right?"", he said casually."
6008,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=475,2014-12-05T17:09:00,Perestroikavo,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">I'm literally pulled over on the side of the road because I was speeding to get home. So I'm typing this while the Cop checks my license and registration.</div></div></div><br/><br/>Eli glanced up at the newcomer, and snorted at the comment that he made. ""The bloke didn't HAVE to carry me out of there. I could have been just fine where I was. But Tex is a chivalrous one."" He recognized this guy as Defion, and knew that Flint had probably put him up to this. Trying to derail the conversation, Eli suddenly salivated a bit when he looked over the boy's body. ""And put on a shirt for god's sake."" Eli pointed at a bin labelled lost and found. ""Now, would be preferable."""
6009,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=475,2014-12-05T17:15:00,The Orson Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Templar High Council <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22688156#p22688156"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Rob Halfordia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22685036#p22685036"">wrote</a>:</cite>Ryan didn't feel too hungover at this point, and he was starting to come down, ""I'm good."", he said as he sat down in one of the office seats. Knowing he was the machine gunner of the group, he was fully aware that his aim didn't have to be spot on by any means.</div></blockquote><br/>""Then go find some fucking Fabreze, because you smell like a living pile of hemp."" Aiden fanned the air from his nose in an attempt to not smell the pot. ""Thad, I <span style=""font-weight: bold"">know</span> you're fucked up. And you don't smell that great either. Go wash up.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Yes, sir,"" Thad replied.<br/><br/>Thad left the room and went back to his room. He took a shower and cleaned himself thoroughly. Once he was done with his shower, he put his uniform on and decided to grab another quick snack. Thad then made his was back towards Flint's office."
6010,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=475,2014-12-05T17:34:00,Rob Halfordia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Perestroikavo <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22689345#p22689345"">wrote</a>:</cite><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">I'm literally pulled over on the side of the road because I was speeding to get home. So I'm typing this while the Cop checks my license and registration.</div></div></div><br/><br/>Eli glanced up at the newcomer, and snorted at the comment that he made. ""The bloke didn't HAVE to carry me out of there. I could have been just fine where I was. But Tex is a chivalrous one."" He recognized this guy as Defion, and knew that Flint had probably put him up to this. Trying to derail the conversation, Eli suddenly salivated a bit when he looked over the boy's body. ""And put on a shirt for god's sake."" Eli pointed at a bin labelled lost and found. ""Now, would be preferable.""</div></blockquote><br/>Ryan smiled. Though he wouldn't admit it out loud, he couldn't help but feel attracted to Eli. He smiled in a subtly flirtatious manner, ""Right, my other one was pretty dirty and beat up from last night."", he said, digging through the lost and found. He eventually found a<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://images.bloomingdales.com/is/image/BLM/products/3/optimized/1102973_fpx.tif?wid=1200&amp;qlt=90,0&amp;layer=comp&amp;op_sharpen=0&amp;resMode=sharp2&amp;op_usm=0.7,1.0,0.5,0&amp;fmt=jpeg"" rel=""nofollow"">white tank top</a>. After putting it on, he continued talking to Eli, ""So, what league are you part of?"", he asked inquisitively."
6011,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=475,2014-12-05T17:47:00,Perestroikavo,"Eli watched the boy walk away covertly, before turning his attention to the screen. And Ryan came up in that white tank-top.<span style=""font-style: italic"">He couldn't have chosen anything else?</span>Eli admitted that the boy was slightly less tempting this way, but the shirt still left little to imagination. ""Leviathon. And I already know you are from Defion. So, did you need anything in particular?"" He tried not to be rude with the last sentence."
6012,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=475,2014-12-05T18:01:00,Rob Halfordia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Perestroikavo <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22689724#p22689724"">wrote</a>:</cite>Eli watched the boy walk away covertly, before turning his attention to the screen. And Ryan came up in that white tank-top. <span style=""font-style: italic"">He couldn't have chosen anything else?</span> Eli admitted that the boy was slightly less tempting this way, but the shirt still left little to imagination. ""Leviathon. And I already know you are from Defion. So, did you need anything in particular?"" He tried not to be rude with the last sentence.</div></blockquote><br/>Ryan's subtle smile was there, ""Why can't we just talk? I mean, it's not like there's any problem with that."", he said coyly. Something about Eli was alluring to him. He wanted to get to know him better, and usually wasn't like this. He didn't often act this way around people, and generally maintained his cavalier attitude."
6013,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=475,2014-12-05T18:07:00,Perestroikavo,"""Sorry, I'm just a bit suspicious. Ol' Tex has sure pulled some fast ones on me before, and I thought you might be one of them."" Ryan gave Eli a wry smile, and he shifted in his seat a little bit before standing, slightly above the other boy. ""We can talk until either of us are blue in the face!"" Toning down his enthuisiasm a little bit, Eli added onto it, fairly quietly, mostly for his own sake. ""For all I care."" Glancing from Kai, back to Ryan, he allowed himself a rare smile. ""I can smell that pot on you a mile away. Someone's been a bad boy,"" he teased."
6014,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=475,2014-12-05T18:27:00,Brechalht,ignore
6015,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=475,2014-12-05T18:35:00,Republic of Hasgriu,"<blockquote><div><cite>Brechalht <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22690123#p22690123"">wrote</a>:</cite>Ashcroft returned a crisp salute. <br/>""Good to meet you too. They ought to be, or I will blast them out of the sky myself."" He smiled. <br/>""In all seriousness, we have not lost the first simulation in many years, and our troops have always pulled through. So, Daniel, what is your rank, and what will you be driving for the League?""</div></blockquote><br/>""First Sergeant, sir. I will be flying a B-29 Superfortress. I presume you are flying a fighter, sir?"", Daniel promptly replied. He didn't know why Ashcroft had asked. He would just be one pilot amongst hundreds. Insignificant in the grand scheme of things."
6016,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=475,2014-12-05T18:45:00,Rob Halfordia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Perestroikavo <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22689926#p22689926"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Sorry, I'm just a bit suspicious. Ol' Tex has sure pulled some fast ones on me before, and I thought you might be one of them."" Ryan gave Eli a wry smile, and he shifted in his seat a little bit before standing, slightly above the other boy. ""We can talk until either of us are blue in the face!"" Toning down his enthuisiasm a little bit, Eli added onto it, fairly quietly, mostly for his own sake. ""For all I care."" Glancing from Kai, back to Ryan, he allowed himself a rare smile. ""I can smell that pot on you a mile away. Someone's been a bad boy,"" he teased.</div></blockquote><br/>Ryan's face got a little red, ""Yeah, I know..."", he said, blushing a little, ""Speaking of which, after this we should smoke sometime, you seem pretty cool."", he said enthusiastically, ""Maybe we could have a few drinks too."", Ryan continued, nervously rubbing the back of his head."
6017,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=475,2014-12-05T18:56:00,Perestroikavo,"Now, it was Eli's turn to have the blood rush through his face. ""Sure, I'll smoke with you sometime. You do anything else? I have an array of stuff. Counting off on his fingers, he recounted. Shrooms, coke, Sun Shine..."" Trailing off, he sat back down and motioned for Ryan to have a seat next to him. ""Sit, relax. We have a bloody hard day's work ahead of us."""
6018,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=475,2014-12-05T18:57:00,The Great Korean Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Templar High Council <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22681860#p22681860"">wrote</a>:</cite>Aiden ordered the door shut behind Ryan, annoyed that Lee hadn't shown up for anything since he dropped him off at <span style=""font-style: italic"">Paradox</span>. Then he sighed at the state of the two soldiers. ""Alright. I know it's the day after Last Night, and both of you are probably fucked up. Like, majorly so. I could smell you down the hall Ryan, and I had to drive your ass home Thad.<br/><br/>""Nevertheless, now we're here: first fight of the season. And our goal? To win. We're working with the other leagues, but we cannot let them show us up. I know that probably isn't the right thing to say, but I mean it. We're gonna be looking our best, feeling our best, and doing our best.<br/><br/>""So if you need to, shower up before we begin. There's one back near the bunks. Take some aspirin, Advil, whatever. Just sober up as fast as you can, and get back here ASAP.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Lee snorted awake all of sudden he remembered hearing something about being called...<span style=""font-style: italic"">Oh shit.</span>The recently promoted General Flint had called him. Awaking up he got a quick shower and brushed his teeth before combing his hair.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Better look best today.</span>After today League tensions aside they were Eureka Academy. After putting on his uniform he went off his way to the meeting room. Lee rushed into said room apparently a bit too late. He a bit much to drink during Last Night not enough to make a mess, but enough to make sleep a bit more heavily. Other than that he was fine. Closing the door behind him he said ""Sorry I'm late General Flint. Won't happen again"". He stopped for a second and said ""Uh the place smells kind of weird""? Turning his head towards Aiden he stated ""So what do we need to go over other sir""? Hopefully Aiden wasn't too annoyed that he'd shown up late."
6019,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=475,2014-12-05T19:24:00,Brechalht,ignore
6020,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=475,2014-12-05T19:27:00,The GAmeTopians,"Carolin walked out of the Apartment Complex, sober and happy. She had not been drinking the night before. She strolled down the sidewalk, enjoying the weather on her way to base. Once she arrived, she made her way inside, occasionally having to show her ID. She took a seat inside the room."
6021,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=475,2014-12-05T19:52:00,Rob Halfordia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Perestroikavo <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22690438#p22690438"">wrote</a>:</cite>Now, it was Eli's turn to have the blood rush through his face. ""Sure, I'll smoke with you sometime. You do anything else? I have an array of stuff. Counting off on his fingers, he recounted. Shrooms, coke, Sun Shine..."" Trailing off, he sat back down and motioned for Ryan to have a seat next to him. ""Sit, relax. We have a bloody hard day's work ahead of us.""</div></blockquote><br/>Ryan sat down in his usual manner, more or less throwing himself into his chair, ""I'm not really into coke. Unless you're talking about the soda, mixed with some nice rum."", Ryan said chuckling, ""After this whole excursion we should definitely hangout."", he said, still blushing."
6022,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=475,2014-12-05T20:01:00,Corrian,"(Alright, I decided I might as well move things along a bit)<br/>Eventually Callandra would find Jason earlier than she specifically needed to arrive, and she would greet him and all that sort of stuff, talk about how she was excited about today to see what awaited them, and then probably begin heading off towards where they were supposed to be. Of course, in good ole Callandra fashion, there was something she could just not go without asking after such a wild night as last night. There was a key thing that had happened beyond her own drunken shenanigans, and that was Jason having to wander off to assist some girl in the middle of the Last Night.<br/><br/>""Sooo"" Callandra began to grin while they walked and had a bunch of free time to chat until they arrived, ""How was your night last night?"" She asked with a smirk, clearly wanting to know because she was rather curious what had conspired. There was just too much humorous about him having a girl call him for help to assist him in the middle of the night because she was supposedly ""sick"" that she just had to know what exactly actually happened while he was there."
6023,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=475,2014-12-05T20:07:00,Perestroikavo,"<blockquote><div><cite>Rob Halfordia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22691064#p22691064"">wrote</a>:</cite>Ryan sat down in his usual manner, more or less throwing himself into his chair, ""I'm not really into coke. Unless you're talking about the soda, mixed with some nice rum."", Ryan said chuckling, ""After this whole excursion we should definitely hangout."", he said, still blushing.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Eli set a hand on the boy's shoulder. ""Sure, why not?"" He glanced around the room, still relatively empty. He had expected that at least one of the high-ranking officers would be there by now. At the coke comment, he smiled. ""Of course, phsaw, who does that stuff?"" He wiped his nose to make sure that all of the coke from earlier was gone. ""Anyways, I would get your rest up, I sure will."" With that, Eli removed his hand from Ryan's shoulder, and promptly fell asleep, leaning towards Kai."
6024,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=475,2014-12-05T20:14:00,The Templar High Council,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Orson Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22689409#p22689409"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Templar High Council <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22688156#p22688156"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Then go find some fucking Fabreze, because you smell like a living pile of hemp."" Aiden fanned the air from his nose in an attempt to not smell the pot. ""Thad, I <span style=""font-weight: bold"">know</span> you're fucked up. And you don't smell that great either. Go wash up.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Yes, sir,"" Thad replied. <br/><br/>Thad left the room and went back to his room. He took a shower and cleaned himself thoroughly. Once he was done with his shower, he put his uniform on and decided to grab another quick snack. Thad then made his was back towards Flint's office.</div></blockquote><br/>Aiden was exiting his office as Thad returned, still in uniform. Since they were going to be in a sim and all, what he wore didn't matter. ""Much better. Let's get to the briefing room. They probably haven't started yet."" Aiden began marching to the briefing room, expecting Thad to follow.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>The Great Korean Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22690447#p22690447"">wrote</a>:</cite>Lee snorted awake all of sudden he remembered hearing something about being called... <span style=""font-style: italic"">Oh shit.</span> The recently promoted General Flint had called him. Awaking up he got a quick shower and brushed his teeth before combing his hair. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Better look best today.</span> After today League tensions aside they were Eureka Academy. After putting on his uniform he went off his way to the meeting room. Lee rushed into said room apparently a bit too late. He a bit much to drink during Last Night not enough to make a mess, but enough to make sleep a bit more heavily. Other than that he was fine. Closing the door behind him he said ""Sorry I'm late General Flint. Won't happen again"". He stopped for a second and said ""Uh the place smells kind of weird""? Turning his head towards Aiden he stated ""So what do we need to go over other sir""? Hopefully Aiden wasn't too annoyed that he'd shown up late.</div></blockquote><br/>""We need to go over punctuality, but that can wait because nothing started yet. We're on our way to the league-wide briefing now."" Aiden neither slowed his pace nor looked at Lee as he continued to walk."
6025,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=475,2014-12-05T20:36:00,The Orson Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Templar High Council <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22691261#p22691261"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Orson Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22689409#p22689409"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Yes, sir,"" Thad replied. <br/><br/>Thad left the room and went back to his room. He took a shower and cleaned himself thoroughly. Once he was done with his shower, he put his uniform on and decided to grab another quick snack. Thad then made his was back towards Flint's office.</div></blockquote><br/>Aiden was exiting his office as Thad returned, still in uniform. Since they were going to be in a sim and all, what he wore didn't matter. ""Much better. Let's get to the briefing room. They probably haven't started yet."" Aiden began marching to the briefing room, expecting Thad to follow.</div></blockquote><br/>""Yes, sir,"" Thad replied, as he followed Aiden to the briefing room and watched as Lee joined up with the group.<br/><br/>Thad was still wondering why Flint had taken him to his house after Thad had passed out, but he decided not to ask."
6026,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=475,2014-12-05T21:07:00,TriStates,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic"">An Army At Dawn</span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cast:</span><span style=""font-style: italic"">Saito Tsukuda, Joshua Fisk, Jessica O'Flattery, Varsonyn ""Alphabet"" </span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Scene:</span><span style=""font-style: italic"">Navarone Proving Center; 10 minutes till 0400 Revilry</span><br/><br/>For those in the Invictus apartment barracks, it was a peaceful September morning. A time to snooze lazily as the darkness of the morning was ever so slowly met the crack of dawn. The sunrises orange rays melded with the cover of grey fog that had rolled in late the night before. In the building itself, a construct of many dozen's of floors, the soft snoring and night noises of nearly 50,000 cadets melded with the comforting drone of air conditioners and cieling fans. Only a soft electric glow from the corridor wall lights disturbed the darkness of the rooms and the slumber of their many occupants.<br/><br/>""Awwwh, listen,"" commented Joshua Fisk in a whisper as he cupped his right ear, anticipating the quiet that had greeted the league veterans stealthy entry into the equally darkened lobby of the complex. ""They sound so peaceful!"" Outtfitted as he was in his<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i1283.photobucket.com/albums/a558/NikoSuave2/Of%20Grades%20and%20Grenades/1d243b09-4202-44b5-8b6e-ceaf1f700a32_zpsb78ae235.png"" rel=""nofollow"">resplendent Field Marshal uniform</a>, Josh cut quite the cutting figure. His lean, but well-muscled form only further complimented the black, white, and red colors that dominated it. The rows of brass buttons glared with a highly polished, even in the darkness they were in.<br/><br/>""Aye, t'would be a damn shame to interrupt the bambies sleeping wouldn't it?"" inquired Jessica,<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i1283.photobucket.com/albums/a558/NikoSuave2/Of%20Grades%20and%20Grenades/9daa54de-3dd4-40db-bb9b-104baef042fb_zps6e026471.png"" rel=""nofollow"">outfitted</a>in a slighty toned down version of the Field Marshal's attire, but one that did nothing but improve her profile.<br/><br/>Both Officer and Non-com grinned. Their perfect sets of white teeth sparkling menacingly in their pitch black background. The smiles were soon joined by one, and then another as their number grew to four<br/><br/>""Da, it would be a shame. What do you say yellow man?"" questioned Leuitenant Varsonyn,<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i1283.photobucket.com/albums/a558/NikoSuave2/Of%20Grades%20and%20Grenades/fb92688e-23d7-4218-b2c3-d479a3427460_zps3a94bc11.png"" rel=""nofollow"">similarly garbbed in uniform</a>, to the figure last to join the group<br/><br/>With a smile of his own, ignoring the crude jab from his subordinate comrade-in-arms, the<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i1283.photobucket.com/albums/a558/NikoSuave2/Of%20Grades%20and%20Grenades/9cc5697f-88b5-4f07-aa2e-2e18fc2992f7_zpsf3d602f6.png"" rel=""nofollow"">crimsion clothed</a>Colonel said simply, ""I say they are about to get an education of Eureka in 10 seconds.""<br/><br/>And with those words uttered, a swipe of a keycard and a push of a button: Hell Week began<br/><br/>Lights, controlled by a central panel accesible only to the higher echealons, were thrown on. Glaring white wall lights and ceiling lamps burned with electric intensity in all corridors, walk ways and rooms.<br/><br/>""Hit it Sergeant!"" declared Fisk as the word trailed off in a guffing chuckle. Jessica and Varsonyn, each syncing their NetSets to the buildings intercom system, went about preparing a little serenade for the bleary eyed Cadets.<a class=""postlink"" href=""https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S7PKSOAtUjc"" rel=""nofollow"">With the Irish womans bagpipe under her arm, and the Russian's revilry drum strapped around him, there was a slight pause in the air.</a>The only warming that something was amiss was the loud, building shuddering, bellow from Saito.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">""Lights! Lights! Lights!""</span>The Colonels face seemed to be at odds with itself, not knowing whether to change dark red or pure white from all the effort he put into the uproar<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">""YOU LITTLE BASTARDS, GET UP RIGHT NOW AND DOUBLE TIME TO BREAKFAST BEFORE I PERSONALLY SHIT KICK EACH AND EVERY LOWER CLASSMEN BUTTOCKS, THAT APPEARS BEFORE MY EYES!""</span><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Enter, a revilry from Hell</span></div>"
6027,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=475,2014-12-05T23:00:00,Isle of Lithonia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Corrian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22691149#p22691149"">wrote</a>:</cite>(Alright, I decided I might as well move things along a bit)<br/>Eventually Callandra would find Jason earlier than she specifically needed to arrive, and she would greet him and all that sort of stuff, talk about how she was excited about today to see what awaited them, and then probably begin heading off towards where they were supposed to be. Of course, in good ole Callandra fashion, there was something she could just not go without asking after such a wild night as last night. There was a key thing that had happened beyond her own drunken shenanigans, and that was Jason having to wander off to assist some girl in the middle of the Last Night.<br/><br/>""Sooo"" Callandra began to grin while they walked and had a bunch of free time to chat until they arrived, ""How was your night last night?"" She asked with a smirk, clearly wanting to know because she was rather curious what had conspired. There was just too much humorous about him having a girl call him for help to assist him in the middle of the night because she was supposedly ""sick"" that she just had to know what exactly actually happened while he was there.</div></blockquote><br/>After having made certain he had everything he needed, Jason headed out to the hallway, bumping (metaphorically) into Callandra. He was thankful that she seemed to escape the Last Night mostly unscathed. Okay, she looked like she was pretty damn tired, but she wasn't as bad as he'd expected. Hopefully she'd be ready to take on her first mission as his wingman, since he'd be basically giving her the responsibility of both watching his back, and helping him out in rather dangerous situations.<br/><br/>As they walked together to Navarone, they exchanged a few more pleasantries, which was fine with Jason. It gave him time to prepare himself for the inevitable.<br/><br/>Speaking of which, Callandra then asked him about how the night previous went. From the look on her face, it seemed she suspected something sensual in nature had transpired (which she was partially correct about that). Thankfully, he was prepared though (for the most part), and he kept a straight face. ""Well, when I went over to Val's place, she had an outrageously bad cold and was coughing up a lung. She was basically immobile and extremely weak, so I made her some food. Since her condition worsened, I ultimately took her to the hospital.""<br/><br/>Although he was telling the truth, his slightly red ears declared that he hadn't told the whole story."
6028,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=475,2014-12-05T23:09:00,Corrian,"Callandra was actually a little disappointed in his story. It was rather...boring and generic, and it made her think of one of those sappy love story movies she hated, where the goody-two-shoes male sacrifices the rest of his good night with friends/family/whatever to take care of the cliche sick girl because he was just such a good guy. Though a lot of the time, those sorts of movies ended in some kissing, and his story at the moment didn't appear to end in any sappy romantic kissing. But at the same time, it sounded like the girl WAS actually sick, not pretending to be sick like she had expected to see how caring Jason was. Or to just drag him to her place... And if you were sick, you probably didn't want to do a whole lot of kissing. However, she wasn't convinced that his story was the whole truth. His mannerisms, which she was good at gauging, showed her otherwise, like there was more to it. She believed him, but felt like there just wasn't the whole story being told to her.<br/><br/>""Hmm, that's a bit...disappointing"" She seemed to almost be talking to herself with that line. ""But I don't feel like you're telling me the whole story of what happened. Please do continue"" She grinned mischievously."
6029,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=475,2014-12-05T23:43:00,Isle of Lithonia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Corrian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22692895#p22692895"">wrote</a>:</cite>Callandra was actually a little disappointed in his story. It was rather...boring and generic, and it made her think of one of those sappy love story movies she hated, where the goody-two-shoes male sacrifices the rest of his good night with friends/family/whatever to take care of the cliche sick girl because he was just such a good guy. Though a lot of the time, those sorts of movies ended in some kissing, and his story at the moment didn't appear to end in any sappy romantic kissing. But at the same time, it sounded like the girl WAS actually sick, not pretending to be sick like she had expected to see how caring Jason was. Or to just drag him to her place... And if you were sick, you probably didn't want to do a whole lot of kissing. However, she wasn't convinced that his story was the whole truth. His mannerisms, which she was good at gauging, showed her otherwise, like there was more to it. She believed him, but felt like there just wasn't the whole story being told to her.<br/><br/>""Hmm, that's a bit...disappointing"" She seemed to almost be talking to herself with that line. ""But I don't feel like you're telling me the whole story of what happened. Please do continue"" She grinned mischievously.</div></blockquote><br/>For this, Jason was prepared. He himself was pretty good with words, and directing conversations in the direction he desired. Plus, he now could use his embarrassment to his advantage. He looked down at the ground, twitching his tail a bit to help improve the façade. ""...I... Okay. I... well... I was just a bit embarrassed.<br/><br/>""Last night went well. I mean, it wasn't good that Valerie was sick. But, I did get to help her out just as she's helped me out in the past. I would say that we are close friends, and I think we both trust each other, pretty much completely. But...<br/><br/>""...Well, Val wasn't feeling too well, like I said. And at one point, she kind of collapsed, and couldn't get back onto her feet. So... I... um... I carried her to the hospital. Maybe it's not that big of a deal, but I've just never... never carried a girl. That's all.""<br/><br/>The bait was quite good, he had to admit. It would give Callandra enough, well, ammunition to tease him for quite some time, and if taken properly, could be seen as quite the interesting piece of news for the girl. Nevertheless, it would steer her away from the truly embarrassing... things that happened. And she had no reason (or he hoped she didn't have a reason) to believe that he wasn't telling her everything, what with the gentlemanly, seemingly modest mindset that he hoped she thought he had (which he did have that mindset, partially...)."
6030,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=475,2014-12-06T00:18:00,Corrian,"This time, Callandra seemed convinced by his story. Based off of her expression, she paused for a moment, actually like she was trying to process if it was the truth, and in the end, she seemed to feel satisfied with that answer, even if, again, it felt a little disappointing to her. Carrying a girl to the hospital? Again that felt pretty cliche to her and uninteresting. But whatever. As far as she was concerned, life was full of cliches, just like movies and shows. So you kinda got used to living with them. And maybe at times, she even fit into said cliches, though she preferred not to if she could help it.<br/><br/>""Huh. Well, it sounds like you had a rather eventful night. Was it at least tolerable? I mean, would you rather have been with us, or helping your friend?"" Callandra asked. She knew her answer to that question, and that answer would be partying with friends instead of acting all overly caring to one of them in their personal home, but that did have its benefits in the right scenario. But she personally would rather not deal with that. Close, caring friendships wasn't entirely her thing.<br/><br/>And now that embarrassing Jason was out of the way, as they kept walking, she now expected the question of how last night went to be switched upon her, and honestly, she hoped it did, because she wanted to tell him...Well, what she remembered. She wasn't ashamed of it, and found it more funny than anything. So she would have no problems being asked that."
6031,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=475,2014-12-06T10:26:00,Isle of Lithonia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Corrian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22693201#p22693201"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Huh. Well, it sounds like you had a rather eventful night. Was it at least tolerable? I mean, would you rather have been with us, or helping your friend?"" Callandra asked. She knew her answer to that question, and that answer would be partying with friends instead of acting all overly caring to one of them in their personal home, but that did have its benefits in the right scenario. But she personally would rather not deal with that. Close, caring friendships wasn't entirely her thing.<br/><br/>And now that embarrassing Jason was out of the way, as they kept walking, she now expected the question of how last night went to be switched upon her, and honestly, she hoped it did, because she wanted to tell him...Well, what she remembered. She wasn't ashamed of it, and found it more funny than anything. So she would have no problems being asked that.</div></blockquote><br/>Thankfully, she took the bait. It had been a partial lie, since Jason had actually carried several women off the battlefield before, so it's not like he'd never carried someone of the opposite sex before. Well, at least she'd let the subject be, now.<br/><br/>When asked about if his night was decent, Jason scratched his neck, thinking of how he was to answer. In a sense, he would have preferred if he'd been at the Last Night with everyone else. He definitely missed out on the partying and company that those people would've given him. But he also was glad that he was able to be of help to Valerie, albeit in a slightly... odd way.<br/><br/>""Well... It was fine. Of course, I didn't get to party 'til I dropped, and I didn't get to have the fun I was looking forward to. And I didn't get the time in which I hoped to get to know my new wingman better. So, I was pretty disappointed."" He was silent for a moment, thinking through some things. ""But... but I know Valerie well enough to understand that she'd do the same for me if our roles were reversed. So, although I was unhappy about the situation overall, I was also glad to be able to help her out.""<br/><br/>He looked at Cal, a smirk on his face. ""In a sense, I am also glad that I wasn't allowed to drink much yesterday, since I didn't wake up with a hangover. Which, it seems like you partied pretty hard last night in my absence. So, how was it? And who did you choose to pick on?"""
6032,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=475,2014-12-06T10:42:00,Corrian,"Callandra nodded at his explanation. ""Yeah. You didn't get to know what your wingman was like drunk"" She chuckled lightly. ""I'm not sure there was much getting to know me last night. I mean, I didn't go straight to getting drunk like some people last night, but I still think you would have known more drunk me than actual me"" She laughed. She nodded again at him saying that he knew Valerie would do the same if he were in the same situation, and while she didn't see herself personally being that caring, she understood his reasoning nonetheless.<br/><br/>""I think I really did. I don't usually get a hangover from drinking too much, and for that matter, forgetting most of my night. Both of these things happened this time. Everything after a certain point is kinda...fuzzy, and I woke up with a pretty bad hangover. Though I took care of it. I know the magical cures from experience"" Callandra laughed some more. ""Trust me, I looked more like shit than this when I first woke up"" She laughed harder this time, referring to her appearance, which right now mostly just looked like she hadn't got enough sleep. Not a mixture of not enough sleep, her hair a mess, and feeling like shit.<br/><br/>""I'm not sure. There was this new guy. A Freshman. He acted like a puppy dog, really. I don't remember a lot but I think I kinda tormented him all night"" Callandra chuckled. ""I don't think he ever got drunk. He was probably shaking his head at the crazy drunks all around him all night"" She said, laughing yet again.<br/><br/>""Honestly, my night was a little bit disappointing on some levels. Hanging out with people and having a good time was all fine and dandy of course, but I didn't get laid this time like I did last year"" Callandra grinned, waiting to see what Jason's response to that was. ""Nobody even commented on me taking a pill all of a sudden. I guess that's normal or something so none of them thought it was weird, I dunno. Kinda disappointing. I wanted to mess with them"" She shrugged her shoulders, but grinned lightly."
6033,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=500,2014-12-06T12:48:00,Fesconia,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>TriStates <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22691818#p22691818"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic"">An Army At Dawn</span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cast:</span> <span style=""font-style: italic"">Saito Tsukuda, Joshua Fisk, Jessica O'Flattery, Varsonyn ""Alphabet"" </span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Scene:</span> <span style=""font-style: italic"">Navarone Proving Center; 10 minutes till 0400 Revilry</span><br/><br/>For those in the Invictus apartment barracks, it was a peaceful September morning. A time to snooze lazily as the darkness of the morning was ever so slowly met the crack of dawn. The sunrises orange rays melded with the cover of grey fog that had rolled in late the night before. In the building itself, a construct of many dozen's of floors, the soft snoring and night noises of nearly 50,000 cadets melded with the comforting drone of air conditioners and cieling fans. Only a soft electric glow from the corridor wall lights disturbed the darkness of the rooms and the slumber of their many occupants.<br/><br/>""Awwwh, listen,"" commented Joshua Fisk in a whisper as he cupped his right ear, anticipating the quiet that had greeted the league veterans stealthy entry into the equally darkened lobby of the complex. ""They sound so peaceful!"" Outtfitted as he was in his <a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i1283.photobucket.com/albums/a558/NikoSuave2/Of%20Grades%20and%20Grenades/1d243b09-4202-44b5-8b6e-ceaf1f700a32_zpsb78ae235.png"" rel=""nofollow"">resplendent Field Marshal uniform</a>, Josh cut quite the cutting figure. His lean, but well-muscled form only further complimented the black, white, and red colors that dominated it. The rows of brass buttons glared with a highly polished, even in the darkness they were in.<br/><br/>""Aye, t'would be a damn shame to interrupt the bambies sleeping wouldn't it?"" inquired Jessica, <a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i1283.photobucket.com/albums/a558/NikoSuave2/Of%20Grades%20and%20Grenades/9daa54de-3dd4-40db-bb9b-104baef042fb_zps6e026471.png"" rel=""nofollow"">outfitted</a> in a slighty toned down version of the Field Marshal's attire, but one that did nothing but improve her profile.<br/><br/>Both Officer and Non-com grinned. Their perfect sets of white teeth sparkling menacingly in their pitch black background. The smiles were soon joined by one, and then another as their number grew to four<br/><br/>""Da, it would be a shame. What do you say yellow man?"" questioned Leuitenant Varsonyn, <a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i1283.photobucket.com/albums/a558/NikoSuave2/Of%20Grades%20and%20Grenades/fb92688e-23d7-4218-b2c3-d479a3427460_zps3a94bc11.png"" rel=""nofollow"">similarly garbbed in uniform</a>, to the figure last to join the group<br/><br/>With a smile of his own, ignoring the crude jab from his subordinate comrade-in-arms, the <a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i1283.photobucket.com/albums/a558/NikoSuave2/Of%20Grades%20and%20Grenades/9cc5697f-88b5-4f07-aa2e-2e18fc2992f7_zpsf3d602f6.png"" rel=""nofollow"">crimsion clothed</a> Colonel said simply, ""I say they are about to get an education of Eureka in 10 seconds."" <br/><br/>And with those words uttered, a swipe of a keycard and a push of a button: Hell Week began <br/><br/>Lights, controlled by a central panel accesible only to the higher echealons, were thrown on. Glaring white wall lights and ceiling lamps burned with electric intensity in all corridors, walk ways and rooms. <br/><br/>""Hit it Sergeant!"" declared Fisk as the word trailed off in a guffing chuckle. Jessica and Varsonyn, each syncing their NetSets to the buildings intercom system, went about preparing a little serenade for the bleary eyed Cadets. <a class=""postlink"" href=""https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S7PKSOAtUjc"" rel=""nofollow"">With the Irish womans bagpipe under her arm, and the Russian's revilry drum strapped around him, there was a slight pause in the air.</a> The only warming that something was amiss was the loud, building shuddering, bellow from Saito.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">""Lights! Lights! Lights!""</span> The Colonels face seemed to be at odds with itself, not knowing whether to change dark red or pure white from all the effort he put into the uproar<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">""YOU LITTLE BASTARDS, GET UP RIGHT NOW AND DOUBLE TIME TO BREAKFAST BEFORE I PERSONALLY SHIT KICK EACH AND EVERY LOWER CLASSMEN BUTTOCKS, THAT APPEARS BEFORE MY EYES!""</span><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Enter, a revilry from Hell</span></div></div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/>Sycona woke up with a start, feeling a bright light against her face. She closed her eyes immediately after opening them, the sudden glare still in her eyes. Turning to the side, she pulled the covers up to block out the light even though her eyes were still closed, not willing to wake up just yet. She still felt quite groggy, and so she didn't find it surprising that the lights had turned on by themselves. She felt herself slipping away into sleep again, not being able to think about anything else.<br/><br/>Then there was a sudden roar, a loud voice seeming to come from within the room. The voice commanded attention all the same, and she woke up completely this time, sitting up in bed before she knew what was happening. Every single trace of sleepiness was wiped away from her, and Sycona looked at the alarm clock beside her bed.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">3:50 am</span></span><br/>Ten minutes to go till the briefing.<br/><br/>Jumping out of bed, she quickly began getting ready to go. She wasn't used to waking up so early, but the thought of this being her first day at the academy was intriguing and made her mind think as sharply as possible. Well, this wasn't really the first day, thinking back to tomorrow but it was the first proper day though. And she didn't want to make a bad image of herself from the beginning. Having brushed her teeth, changed clothes and combed her hair, she shot a quick glance at the clock by her bed again and bounded out of the dorm room, wasting no time. She didn't want to be late, and it was already 3:56. Had she really only been awake 6 minutes? It amazed her how fast she had gotten ready. It was a new record.<br/><br/>Closing the door behind her, Sycona quickly began jogging through the corridor, on her way to the briefing room, trying to get there before 4 minutes was up, although she was pretty sure being a couple of minutes late wasn't going to make much of a difference. Still, better to be safe than sorry."
6034,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=500,2014-12-06T17:07:00,Vancon,"<blockquote><div><cite>Isle of Lithonia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22670394#p22670394"">wrote</a>:</cite>He took the shortest route to the nearest train station, helping her onto the train, and carrying her off it and into the hospital.</div></blockquote><br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m7EqoZYDhGs"" rel=""nofollow"">Val</a>was not in the hospital for long. Nowadays, the health system was pretty inexpensive and and ridiculously efficient. All she had to do was go in, go to the front desk, with Jason's aide of course, tell the nurse her symptoms and they had her in an medical room in an instant. Then, they put her in a tube like thing that scanned her and swiftly proceeded to tell the doctors what needs to be done. Simply put, she had a lack of oxygen and compressed bone mass due to being in a plane, pulling G's and rolling all the time for the past few months. With a hour of treatment that consisted of a couple of tests and scans, a bottle of pills and a slap on her back, Val was sent out back onto the streets to go back home.<br/><br/>The air that was once teleported gusts of cold air from Antarctica had suddenly warmed up for her, and now it was back to normal. What wasn't normal, was the fact the the one person who she had been relying on was nowhere to be found. This was a bit saddening, but surely he had someplace that he had to go to and she couldn't keep him here with her forever, right? Regardless, she had to get a move on. She walked down the icy steps and went over to the nearby train station.<br/><br/>A ticket later and she had a new found seat on board the closest train. Another handful of minutes and she was on her way back home. The rather uneventful ride was pretty short, and she swiftly walked into her apartment complex. The doors opened up and she went inside into the sea of warmth that resided inside.<br/><br/>Up an elevator, down a corridor and into her house she went.<br/>It was clearly obvious that all her energy was spent.<br/>Inside her house, all was the same<br/>She climbed into her bed and fell as if it was the end of her flame.<br/><br/>---------------------------------------------<br/><br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cSULVLdCo58"" rel=""nofollow"">The</a>sound of Val's alarm clock woke her up in a flash, and in moments she leaped outta bed, only to quickly fall to the white, carpet-covered floor. Her body wasn't as strong as it used to be. She climbed over to her bedside table and picked up both a pill and a glass of water simultaneously. She downed the pill, and put her glass back onto the table as she slowly walked over to her wardrobe. It was next to her dresser, and this one was purely for school outfits, rather then the civilian clothingthat she was currently wearing due to the fact that she was too tired last night to change outta it. She glanced over to her dresser and smiled, since last night was a night to remember, to say the very least. Val opened her wardrobe, and inside there was 5 different styles of the Leviathan Unifom of which she had two pairs each to maintain diversity. Since today she was going to be doing some more professional work, she picked the one in the<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://th07.deviantart.net/fs71/PRE/i/2013/007/3/b/fem_uniform_designs_by_xxrenxx-d5qsacf.png"" rel=""nofollow"">middle</a>. She picked it off it's hangar and put it on her bed. She looked it over, and decided that the miniskirt/leggings combo would work today, since it was gonna be cold.The blazer was also a nice touch, and she was happy with her decision.<br/><br/>After picking out her outfit, she stepped into her bathroom and undressed to take a shower. The room had a reasonably large window, and she could clearly see out into the school grounds below. The ice on her window from the condensation inside frosted over her window, and cluttered Val's view. Shampoo, conditioner and soap where applied at the according times, and she stepped out felling nice and clean. After straightening her hair, she went out and put on her aforementioned clothes. She went over to her dresser and looked into her mirror one last time. Every thing was in place, and she was looking at the top of her game. She went into her kitchen, grabbed her bag and a bottle of hot cocoa, and went to go put on her shoes. They were large black boots that went almost up to her knees, and would be easy for her to step on people. She then grabbed her large burgundy trench coat and put it on. Next on the agenda was to leave, and that she did. After, of course, grabbing her phone and putting it in her pocket.<br/><br/>She left the apartment, and with a voice command the door became locked shut. She went down her usual path consisting of a corridor and and elevator in utmost silence as to not wake the other inhabitants of her apartment block. Or she would, if this were any other place then Eureka. This apartment block was the home of a lot of senior aged cadets, and some of them would be up by now, at three in the morning. She went downstairs and said hello to a couple friends of her's, and she went outside. The sun still hadn't risen yet, and even then the stores had begun to open. She stopped off at a local bakery, that was also her usual bakery, and she grabbed a bite to eat for her road down to the Leviathan Barracks, of which she would have to wake up in about an half hour. With her purchase made, she began to snack on a rather large bun. She then stopped off at a steakhouse where she also came quite often in the morning. She got her usual, which was a small bit of onions and mushrooms, with a couple of strips of bacon. This place was famous for early morning foods, and they would have plates of this caliber ready to go all the time. She stuffed them inside of her bun and continued her walk. Soon, she was at her destination, and she entered the Leviathan barracks.<br/><br/>Inside, she got to work. It was currently three-fifty in the morning, so she had to work fast. One by one, Val would go up to her sailors and she began to wake them up, softly and gently, regardless of gender, how they acted, or how old they were. All were equal in Val's eyes, and she believed that everyone should be treated nice and fair, not crazy and evilly with trumpets and the like. She would say things like, ""It's time to get up,"" or ""wakey-wakey,"" in a voice not unlike that of an angel."
6035,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=500,2014-12-06T17:57:00,Terintania,"Volt saw that most everyone else was asleep, so he returned to his room until the people he'd met last night decided to be very rude and wake everyone up in the noisiest was possible. Did they know that people were probably less likely to be willing to do what they're told if you made them grumpy by waking them up like that? Most likely they didn't care. He got off his bed and headed out of the room, his tail wagging, despite the fact that the noise was hurting extra sensitive ears. He put his headphones on and grabbed some breakfast, before heading off to try and figure out where the briefing room was, or wherever he was meant to be going.<br/><br/>(Seth)<br/>Seth woke early in the morning, around 2:30 AM, since the briefing seemed to start at 4 AM. He was always up a bit early, since it gave him time to himself each morning before everything got started. He got up, took a shower, and got dressed, wearing the<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://fc09.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2012/266/3/8/school_uniform_male_by_shihoran-d5fj3d3.png"" rel=""nofollow"">third</a>outfit, with the first one's jacket. He pulled on a pair of knee-high<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://www.pinterest.com/pin/523473156662534843/"" rel=""nofollow"">boots</a>. Once fully dressed, he went over to the perch on which his snake, Shroud, was curled. The snake slithered up his arm and settled on his shoulders, and he tickled it under the chin, flicking his tongue out. Shroud flicked his tongue out in return, before settling in for the ride<br/><br/>Seth pulled on his black gloved, then sat down on his bed with his laptop, just sort of surfing the internet until Val came to tell them all to get up. When he heard her voice down the hall, he closed his laptop and got up, Shroud curled around his shoulders and right arm, his head near Seth's left shoulder. He headed out of his room, giving Val a small salute, before smiling at her,""You look good today, Captain,"" He said, his smile showing his fangs quite clearly."
6036,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=500,2014-12-06T21:19:00,Kalbana,"There she was. Valerie. Her red-clad angel. Keralia was walking through the halls when she saw her. She was a shrine of exquisite beauty. Her red hair, red clothes, red everything! It was just so beautiful. Keralia ran up to Valerie, and tackled her to the ground, going straight into a french kiss. The sweet taste of Valerie flooded her<br/>""I love you so much Valerie!!!"" exclaimed Keralia<br/>""I love you too!!!"" exclaimed Valerie<br/>""I love you more!!!"" shouted Keralia<br/>""We will be together forever!!!"" shouted Valerie. After the exchange, Valerie guided her to a bed with red satin sheets, slowly getting in with her.<br/>""Let's have some fun together,"" said Valerie as she went in for a kiss<br/><br/>[LATER]<br/><br/>""I love you,"" said an exhausted Keralia<br/>""I love you too,"" said Valerie sweetly, ""It's time to get up, Keralia""<br/><hr/><br/>""It's time to get up, Keralia,"" said Valerie, though this time in the real world. After rolling out of bed, Keralia went to her wardrobe<br/>""What to wear, what to wear,"" said Keralia to herself. After looking through her options, she eventually selected the<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://th07.deviantart.net/fs71/PRE/i/2013/007/3/b/fem_uniform_designs_by_xxrenxx-d5qsacf.png"" rel=""nofollow"">first uniform</a>. After getting dressed, brushing her teeth, doing her hair, grabbing her katana, etc., she walked up to Valerie<br/>""Hello Valerie, good morning,"" said Keralia, ""how did you sleep"".<br/>In her mind, Keralia had a very different train of thought...<br/>""Ohmigoshit'sValeriedon'tscrewanythingupIlovehersomuchdon'tscrewupIwantherinbedsomuchiloveyou"""
6037,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=500,2014-12-06T21:37:00,Republic of Hasgriu,"<blockquote><div><cite>Brechalht <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22690762#p22690762"">wrote</a>:</cite>""First Sergeant, very nice. A Superfortress, hmm? Well, very good to meet you, Group commander of our bomber squadrons, at your service."" He gave a mock bow.<br/>""So no, I don't fly fighters. Back in Invictus I did, but Aer Vis had a shortage of bomber pilots my sophomore year. Needless to say, I was transferred.""</div></blockquote><br/>Daniel felt the slightest twinge of sympathy for Ashcroft. He personally favoured bombers over fighters, but not being able to fly fighters at all was quite sad. He sometimes missed soaring the clouds at high speeds. ""Do you ever miss flying fighters, sir? I am fine with both roles, though I personally prefer bombers slightly more."""
6038,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=500,2014-12-06T21:46:00,Brechalht,ignore
6039,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=500,2014-12-06T22:08:00,Republic of Hasgriu,"Oh. Daniel had forgotten. He tapped his chair for a bit, before replying,""I recall being a bombardier, sir."" He looked at the stage, and then said,""I think that the simulation is starting soon. You should take a seat, sir."" He was relieved slightly by how friendly the Commander was. They were usually harsher. But perhaps he was just lucky. He gave Ashcroft one last salute. ""Don't get shot down, sir."""
6040,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=500,2014-12-06T22:29:00,Brechalht,ignore
6041,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=500,2014-12-06T23:22:00,Isle of Lithonia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Corrian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22696380#p22696380"">wrote</a>:</cite>Callandra nodded at his explanation. ""Yeah. You didn't get to know what your wingman was like drunk"" She chuckled lightly. ""I'm not sure there was much getting to know me last night. I mean, I didn't go straight to getting drunk like some people last night, but I still think you would have known more drunk me than actual me"" She laughed. She nodded again at him saying that he knew Valerie would do the same if he were in the same situation, and while she didn't see herself personally being that caring, she understood his reasoning nonetheless.<br/><br/>""I think I really did. I don't usually get a hangover from drinking too much, and for that matter, forgetting most of my night. Both of these things happened this time. Everything after a certain point is kinda...fuzzy, and I woke up with a pretty bad hangover. Though I took care of it. I know the magical cures from experience"" Callandra laughed some more. ""Trust me, I looked more like shit than this when I first woke up"" She laughed harder this time, referring to her appearance, which right now mostly just looked like she hadn't got enough sleep. Not a mixture of not enough sleep, her hair a mess, and feeling like shit.<br/><br/>""I'm not sure. There was this new guy. A Freshman. He acted like a puppy dog, really. I don't remember a lot but I think I kinda tormented him all night"" Callandra chuckled. ""I don't think he ever got drunk. He was probably shaking his head at the crazy drunks all around him all night"" She said, laughing yet again.<br/><br/>""Honestly, my night was a little bit disappointing on some levels. Hanging out with people and having a good time was all fine and dandy of course, but I didn't get laid this time like I did last year"" Callandra grinned, waiting to see what Jason's response to that was. ""Nobody even commented on me taking a pill all of a sudden. I guess that's normal or something so none of them thought it was weird, I dunno. Kinda disappointing. I wanted to mess with them"" She shrugged her shoulders, but grinned lightly.</div></blockquote><br/>As the Divine Author looked over the words that Callandra wrote, he suddenly realized that he now had the opportunity to make Jason into a bit more of a grey character. Hell, now was the time for character development, and the author planned on making the development unexpected (since Jason was currently acting more like a Lawful Good character, rather than a True Neutral).<br/><br/>Jason listened to Callandra's recounting of the night previous, smirking when she spoke about the random freshman's bad luck (or was it good luck?). He nearly laughed aloud when she made a comment about being disappointed that she didn't get laid, but he found that he couldn't hold back some teasing comments of his own. He gave her a wry smile, hoping to get a worthwhile reaction from her. ""So, you wanted laid, then? Did you have anyone in mind?""<br/><br/>You see, Jason was a bit of a pervert. He had an extreme fascination with women and their bodies, and reproduction. And he had no trouble talking about these topics with people who wouldn't instantly throw shit at him for doing so.<br/><br/>However, when he knew his hormones were outta whack, he did his best to restrain his desires and speech. 'Cause if he made one mistake, he'd find himself fucking the nearest female who was in the slight bit interested in getting it on. And he kinda wanted to save his ""first"" for someone that he truly liked (although he didn't currently have someone like that... Well, at least not that he knew of). Or if he became any more desperate, he could settle for someone he knew well, wasn't a bad looker, and was useful to his career. Either way, he needed to find a mate first...<span style=""font-style: italic"">No, I need to find a GIRLFRIEND first. Damned cat-genes...</span><br/><br/>He gave her a slightly odd look when she mentioned popping a pill. He'd never heard of someone trying to tease people with pills... ""Well, since no one asked you, I'll do it for them. What kind of pill did you take, Cal? Levora perhaps?""<br/><br/>Oh yes, he was now back to his normal self. He didn't feel so timid anymore..."
6042,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=500,2014-12-06T23:52:00,Corrian,"Callandra was a bit surprised by Jason's comment in response to hers. Since she was observant, it took a fair amount to make her surprised. But right this minute, she was, not having expected that comment from Jason, and feeling as if there was more to it than met the eye. Surprised or not, she did not seem all that remotely disappointed, and started grinning herself.<br/><br/>""Not particularly"" Callandra grinned, her grin becoming ever wider. ""That almost sounds like an offer to me"" She grinned even more so now, pleasantly surprised by the unexpected questions in response to what she said, and his smile at that.<br/><br/>""Pretty much, yeah"" Callandra responded to Jason asking her the question, strangely glad that he had asked. ""I was gonna wait for someone to ask, and then tell them it was a birth control pill to watch their facial reactions in amusement, and then to make things worse, ask if there were any takers"" She grinned some more, hoping that he would get what she was implying without elaborating any further."
6043,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=500,2014-12-07T00:22:00,TriStates,"<span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">""You've 5 minutes to eat!"" </span>shouted Colonel Saito Tsukuda as the final dredges of the Invictus cadets fell into formation, exiting the apartment with hands held high above their heads. Trays of hastily prepared powdered eggs, partially cooked sausage, and some sort of brownish-grey matter that the cooks swore were potatoes.<br/><br/>""Focker's wouldn't know a potato if it reached up and bit'em in the arse..."" commented Sergeant Major Jessica O'Flattery, glaring at the breakfast burrito that she had been handed by one of the cooks assistants. She was a fervent believer in a proper breakfast: You had your bread, your eggs, and your cut of meat; maybe a bowl of Frosted Flakes. Then you'd have your tea, at this point she'd even accept coffee, But this... And it wasn't just her opinion<br/><br/>""Christ on a carousel, what the Hell is<span style=""font-style: italic"">this</span>shite?"" a Invictus cadet grumbled, cynically examining the half a foot doughy lump of wrapped tortilla in her right hand.<br/><br/>""Not to sure.."" chimed in another Cadet, a Corporal by his stripes, equally unhappy with his meal. ""I know I've stepped in it before, but I've never tried to eat it..."" Brushing off the bastardized brown lumps from his plate, he looked at the remaining eggs and sausage with reproach. As if the food its self had conspired to deny him of his daily sustenance.<br/><br/>The pressure of a hand on her shoulder brought Jessica's attention away from the reactions of the other league members. Turning around swiftly, her red-hair pony tail bobbing at the sudden movement, she saw the hand belonged to the Colonel.<br/><br/>""The foods poor again."" It was more of a statement then a question asked, and a true one at that. Jessica could only shake her head in grim affirmation.<br/><br/>""Aye, it is. Piss poor substitute for a proper meal. Especially after what we're about to go do.."" She didn't have to say more. Both senior non-com and officer were very aware of what these kids were going to be put through. And they were kids, a majority of them at least. Some had probably never held a gun before stepping off the plane.<br/><br/>""Hm."" grunted Saito, his gaze turning from Jessica to the gets gathered around the building entrance. ""We'll have to change that when we can.. but now..""<br/><br/>A chilly quality entered the Colonels amber-brown eyes. A sign, Jessica knew, that she was no longer speaking to one of her best friends of 3 years. But her superior officer.<br/><br/>""Start a running cadence Sergeant. I wanted this column underway yesterday."" stated Saito, as he raised his hand in a gesture towards the rear of the student group. Swiftly and quickly, both Sergeants, Lieutenants and Majors filed out from the mass, taking positions to the rear and flanks of the remaining students. None went to the front. For that was, by unspoken courtesy, reserved for the most senior of the rank groups. In this case, Saito, Joshua, and Jessica.<br/><br/>""CADETS! A-TEN-SHUN!""<br/><br/>All chatter ceased, silence broken only by the synchronized clash of 50,000 pairs of boots as leather slapped leather, and boot heel met asphalt. Even the freshmen, mostly unaccustomed to military bearing, were reigned in by the pure, unfiltered force of the spoken command.<br/><br/>Breathing and the occasional suppressed yawn met the monotonous<span style=""font-style: italic"">click-click</span>of three pairs of boots on the ground, as Colonel, Field Marshal, and Sergeant Major each made their way towards the front of the formation.<br/><br/>""COUNT CADENCE, COUNT CADENCE, COUNT CADENCE, COUNT!"" began the officers and non-coms.<br/><br/>""ONE!"" shouted back the host of Cadets.<br/><br/>""I CAN'T HEAR YOU!""<br/><br/>""TWO!""<br/><br/>""LITTLE BIT LOUDER NOW!""<br/><br/>""THREE!""<br/><br/>""ALL TO-GETHER!""<br/><br/>""FOUR!""<br/><br/>""MAKE ME PROUDER!""<br/><br/>""ONE, TWO, THREE, FOUR! EUREKA STAG INVICTUS CORPS, OOH-RAH! OOH, CHECK US OUT! OOH, CHECK US OUT! BLAAACK FLAG!""<br/><br/>The three column leaders couldn't help but grin as the thundering chant ran its length, sounding all the louder as it neared its end.<br/><br/>""Sounds like their out for blood today,"" declared Field Marshal Joshua Fisk with a grin as he reached into his coat pocket. As his hand returned, a pair of dark aviator sunglasses were in hand. If an observe had been present, they would have noticed that similar instances were happening throughout the Invictus formation. From Private to the League Leader himself, all were placing some sort of black shades over their eyes.<br/><br/>The reason was simple enough. It was the odd bird in Invictus who didn't go out and get plastered out of his or her mind during the first night back. And even though they were Invictus, it just didn't seem right to parade 100,000 red-rimmed, blood-shot eyes before the administrators during the briefing. So, embracing the greatest rule of Eureka of Don't Ask, Don't Tell, there Invictus stood. In all its sun-glass-shaded-ed glory.<br/><br/>""Lead it Sergeant,"" ordered Saito.<br/><br/>Without another word, Jessica embraced one of the reasons she loved this Academy: Her boundless energy was given no restraint.<br/><br/>""Cadence!.. FORWARD! MARCH!""<br/><br/><div align=""center"">""I used to sit at home all day-hey!<br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">""I used to sit at home all day-hey!</span></span><br/><br/>A' letting my life just waste away!<br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">A' letting my life just waste away!</span></span><br/><br/>Oh, then one day a man in grey!<br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Oh, then one day a man in grey!</span><br/></span><br/>Said ' Kid, I got a job for you today!' <br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Said ' Kid, I got a job for you today!' </span></span><br/><br/>There's trouble, adventure, and loads of fun!<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">There's trouble, adventure, and loads of fun!</span></span><br/><br/>And we'll even teach you how to shoot a gun!<br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">And we'll even teach you how to shoot a gun!</span></span><br/><br/>As the Invictus cadets thundered down the paved roadway, <a class=""postlink"" href=""http://img2.blog.zdn.vn/46505825.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Navarone's central building came into view.</a> It was chiefly known for housing the campuses virtual reality system, the ARIES-S, as well as the mainframes for the A.I. intelligence known as Mac. Had it been a regular school evening, the pipe-chewing, tobacco-smoking Academy Dean would have already greeted the incoming students with a snarky, ""Mind the flowers, and boots of the grass, you damn barbarians."" Of course, due to the nature of the games and his position in them, Poe was temporarily charged with campus affairs. And Poe being Poe, he was not one for going out of his way to welcome people.<br/><br/>There's room, and board, and pay to boot!<br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">There's room, and board, and pay to boot!</span></span><br/><br/>And a brand new tailored business suit!<br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">And a brand new tailored business suit!</span></span><br/><br/>Dividing into two sections, the column of 50,000 cadets managed to squeeze themselves through the double doors of the main building. Once assured they could continue with the breach, Invictus further divided into sections as each one took a hallway with a officer in the lead.<br/><br/>So ain't no use in lookin' down!<br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">So ain't no use in lookin' down!</span></span><br/><br/>Ain't no discharge on the ground!<br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ain't no discharge on the ground!</span></span><br/><br/>Ain't no use in lookin' back!<br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ain't no use in lookin' back!</span></span><br/><br/>Eureka STAG's got your number Jack!""<br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Eureka STAG's got your number Jack!""</span></span></div><br/><br/>Half-marching in formation, half stampeding helter skelter through the hallways, all of them managed to find their way into<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://fc07.deviantart.net/fs70/f/2013/228/2/6/the_auditorium_by_dye_the_eye-d6ict4r.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">the multi-story briefing room</a>. Already packed with the other three Leagues, Invictus looked like an ocean of teenage soldiers washing up against the rocky shores of the other leagues, who thought they had been secure in their seats. Of course, if an Invictus cadet saw a chair he wanted, or a desk he desired. Well, you could almost guarantee they'd make a point to address the current owner to politely get the fuck out. After a few brief fights that required breaking, between Joshua's skill at convincing, Jessica's promises of graphic beatings, and Saito's arctic ice stare, the black sheep league of the Academy managed to get into some semblance of quiet.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">""Ladies and Gentlemen,</span>please take your seats!"" stated a much chipper sounding Poe as his voice rebounded through the intercom system. A burst of black and grey code was followed by the appearance of a young, white-haired man. The administrators chosen default image. Standing in the front of the auditorium-like room, Poe's visual figure stood behind a white, metallic podium. Behind him, were multiple monitors, each gigantic in size and scope.<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://laurenproctor32.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/1-touch_screen.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Each contained what seemed to be a constant stream of information and data, which Poe could access by simplifying re-routing his subroutines</a>. Essentially, if he thought it, it happened on the screens.<br/><br/>""First things first, as they say. Are there any question, before we begin?""<br/><br/>A hand in the back ranks of Invictus raised high.<br/><br/>""Yes, Staff Sergeant Albritch?""<br/><br/>""Yeah. Where do I go to piss?"" stated the Cadet. A reply greeted by chuckling and cackling across the rows around him as Invictus.. well.. acted like Invictus.<br/><br/>A sour twist of the lips spoke of what the A.I. personality thought of this query.<br/><br/>""You'll just have to hold it, Staff Sergeant, until the preliminaries of this meeting are done...<span style=""font-style: italic"">Anyone else</span>, have something enlightening to share with before we begin?"" Poe questioned all company present in the auditorium."
6044,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=500,2014-12-07T00:26:00,Isle of Lithonia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Corrian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22706583#p22706583"">wrote</a>:</cite>Callandra was a bit surprised by Jason's comment in response to hers. Since she was observant, it took a fair amount to make her surprised. But right this minute, she was, not having expected that comment from Jason, and feeling as if there was more to it than met the eye. Surprised or not, she did not seem all that remotely disappointed, and started grinning herself.<br/><br/>""Not particularly"" Callandra grinned, her grin becoming ever wider. ""That almost sounds like an offer to me"" She grinned even more so now, pleasantly surprised by the unexpected questions in response to what she said, and his smile at that.<br/><br/>""Pretty much, yeah"" Callandra responded to Jason asking her the question, strangely glad that he had asked. ""I was gonna wait for someone to ask, and then tell them it was a birth control pill to watch their facial reactions in amusement, and then to make things worse, ask if there were any takers"" She grinned some more, hoping that he would get what she was implying without elaborating any further.</div></blockquote><br/>Jason hadn't had this much fun in a while. A long while. With the way Callandra was showing herself to be, he believed he was going to really like her company...<br/><br/>He grinned at her comment about his supposed offer. ""Hm... That is an interesting observation...""<br/><br/>And she finally managed to make him laugh when she told him her mischievous plan... ""God, that would have been hilarious. You might have found a taker, or maybe two. It would have been hilarious if I'd been there. I might've helped move along your plan a bit.""<br/><br/>Yup. He was having fun. And who can blame him? He was just about to head to the VR, and he was beginning to feel that typical stress which comes when one needs to prove themselves to the whole Academy.<br/><br/>When the entered the briefing room, he managed to find spots for himself and Cal just next to each other, helped her to her seat (he was still a gentleman after all, though a bit of an odd one), and sat next to her."
6045,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=500,2014-12-07T02:27:00,Corrian,"That didn't really help Callandra know either way if his intent was to imply that he was going to take her up on that, but she had the distinct feeling that was kind of the point. ""Was it an accurate observation?"" She asked him with a cheeky grin, honestly wanting to know, but at the same time enjoying the funny conversation just because she thought it was humorous. And she knew that his answer to the question, whatever it was, didn't particularly matter at the moment. There was more important things going on than thinking about getting into other peoples pants, and she had to focus on that instead of the different kind of fun she had lacked last night.<br/><br/>Callandra grinned, but chuckled at the same time. ""Way to make me feel like I missed out on a better night than how I already felt about last night"" She joked to him, letting out a laugh, clearly not really bothered by it, despite the fact she was actually thinking about that a little.<br/><br/>Callandra smiled warmly at Jason as he found the two of them seats, and was acting like a gentleman again. She had to admit, she was liking that quite a bit more than she expected to. She liked to be a bit independent sometimes, but she couldn't help but enjoy how respectful Jason was being towards her. It felt good, and she was certainly going to take advantage of his politeness while she could.<br/><br/>""Why thank you"" Callandra smiled, bowing a little, then sitting down and watching all the students file in and such. You had the stream of Invictus soldiers who were the clear ones who didn't know what they were doing all too well. She never considered herself to truly be like that when she was there, having always studied up on everything to make sure she would be ""proper"", but even she felt like she had come a long ways from being a part of one of those people. She didn't even bother trying to find the boy she was pretty sure she had tormented last night amongst them, too many people to worth bothering with it.<br/><br/>Callandra shook her head at the Cadet asking about where he could go piss.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Ah, the newbie folk. Very professional</span>She thought sarcastically. She almost hoped the boy pissed himself. That would be a funny sight on your first day. To the question about asking if there were any questions, she said nothing, remaining silent, because there was nothing that she could think of importance to ask. She never really did, really, most of the time preferring to absorb information instead from others asking stuff. And in a crowd like this, there was bound to be someone other than some guy asking where he could take a piss to have a question, right?"
6046,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=500,2014-12-07T02:44:00,Perestroikavo,"Eli glanced around. He had been rudely awakened by an Invictus freshmen trying to manhandle him out of his seat. ""Oi!"" A quick punch to the nose fixed the boy's behaviour, and he stalked off, probably to find another seat. As he sat back down, he hoped that the rabble of freshmen would be silenced soon. His high was dying down, and a pounding headache from last night was coming back in. He looked at Kai, probably one of the few Invictus freshmen who were even remotely bearable, and was about to say something, when POE appeared.<br/><br/>From his front row seat, Eli couldn't help but chuckle. Though he was just a computerized simulation, POE seemed to have aged a little since they last saw eachother, though his voice was still the exhuberant tone it usually was. He asked everyone to take their seats, and the entire auditorium quieted down for a moment. The silence was broken when POE asked for questions. Some moron, Staff Sergeant Albritch, asked where he could relieve himself. Eli made a mental note to beat him later, for dragging this out longer than it had to be. Looking around, he noticed no more questions, and sighed. Eli raised his hand high, and when POE called on him, stated a few of the questions we had.<br/><br/>""POE, what are the leagues various objectives, what are victory and failure conditions for the missions, and where is the simulation set?"" He took his seat immediatly, but could hear some of the freshmen laughing or talking amongs themselves. It infuriated him, how similar this situation seemed to a day care facility. He treated everyone here as an adult, why couldn't they act more like them?<span style=""font-style: italic"">Oh well, I guess that's why they're so easy to trick.</span>Eli smiled fondly, remembering that one freshmen whom he had sold mixed oregano and summer seasoning to as weed had claimed to get high off of the mixture. POE's speaking suddenly snapped Eli back into his senses, and he waited for answers to his questions."
6047,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=500,2014-12-07T02:53:00,Isle of Lithonia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Corrian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22707261#p22707261"">wrote</a>:</cite>That didn't really help Callandra know either way if his intent was to imply that he was going to take her up on that, but she had the distinct feeling that was kind of the point. ""Was it an accurate observation?"" She asked him with a cheeky grin, honestly wanting to know, but at the same time enjoying the funny conversation just because she thought it was humorous. And she knew that his answer to the question, whatever it was, didn't particularly matter at the moment. There was more important things going on than thinking about getting into other peoples pants, and she had to focus on that instead of the different kind of fun she had lacked last night.<br/><br/>Callandra grinned, but chuckled at the same time. ""Way to make me feel like I missed out on a better night than how I already felt about last night"" She joked to him, letting out a laugh, clearly not really bothered by it, despite the fact she was actually thinking about that a little.<br/><br/>Callandra smiled warmly at Jason as he found the two of them seats, and was acting like a gentleman again. She had to admit, she was liking that quite a bit more than she expected to. She liked to be a bit independent sometimes, but she couldn't help but enjoy how respectful Jason was being towards her. It felt good, and she was certainly going to take advantage of his politeness while she could.<br/><br/>""Why thank you"" Callandra smiled, bowing a little, then sitting down and watching all the students file in and such. You had the stream of Invictus soldiers who were the clear ones who didn't know what they were doing all too well. She never considered herself to truly be like that when she was there, having always studied up on everything to make sure she would be ""proper"", but even she felt like she had come a long ways from being a part of one of those people. She didn't even bother trying to find the boy she was pretty sure she had tormented last night amongst them, too many people to worth bothering with it.<br/><br/>Callandra shook her head at the Cadet asking about where he could go piss. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Ah, the newbie folk. Very professional</span> She thought sarcastically. She almost hoped the boy pissed himself. That would be a funny sight on your first day. To the question about asking if there were any questions, she said nothing, remaining silent, because there was nothing that she could think of importance to ask. She never really did, really, most of the time preferring to absorb information instead from others asking stuff. And in a crowd like this, there was bound to be someone other than some guy asking where he could take a piss to have a question, right?</div></blockquote><br/>Was her observation correct? Well, not at the moment. He wasn't interested in having sex with someone he didn't yet know very well. However, because of his workaholic attitude in his years at the Academy, he'd just not spent the time required to get to know any girl well enough. Except for Valerie of course, but he doubted she was really interested in him. Plus, she obviously trusted him enough to let him... do what he did last night, and manage to keep himself in check. And since he refused to just go out and say, ""Hey Val, wanna get laid?"" (it wasn't his personality), he would first have to date her for a while. But because of the trust she'd placed in him last night, he was afraid of breaking that trust by asking her out.<br/><br/>Irrational? Yes. But it was how he saw things at the moment. He was afraid of undermining his current relationship with the red-hot beauty, and he had the feeling that trying to make a ""step-up"" in their relationship would ultimately tear them apart. She was an important friend to him, and a very helpful mental support... Plus she was quite a fun copilot/wingman when they flew together, making their training all the more fruitful when they did train together. So, he had decided to maintain the status quo for the time being.<br/><br/>But he realized that this self-inflicted wound offered him quite the dilemma. He really,<span style=""font-style: italic"">really</span>wanted to find a mate this year. No, he kind of needed it if he was to maintain his current progress in piloting (among other things). His sexual desires had been getting much more difficult to manage of late, and his ""heat"" periods were becoming longer and more difficult to predict. And since he had nowhere to direct these, his ability to concentrate and think rationally were decreasing.<br/><br/>He was now becoming very desperate.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Very</span>desperate. And he was beginning to drop certain requirements that he'd held in determining a suitable mate. At this rate, Cal was rising to the top of the list. Besides, she was quite an interesting person, as he'd been noticing.<br/><br/>But not yet. But he couldn't keep from teasing her though. ""Well, do you think it's an offer?""<br/><br/>When she voiced something of regret about him not being there last night, he chuckled. ""Oh well. I'll just make up for it at a later time, I guess.""<br/><br/>Then he sat quietly, waiting for the briefing."
6048,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=500,2014-12-07T08:38:00,Corrian,"""I'm tempted to say yes, but to avoid potentially making a fool of myself, I'm not going to say either way"" Callandra smirked, expecting that wasn't the full answer that he was hoping for, because she felt like he was ""egging her on"", so to speak, to continue messing with her instead of giving her an actual straightforward answer.<br/><br/>""You better. I want to experience a party, drinking or not, with the oh-so-great Jason"" Callandra joked, smiling lightly to show that she was just messing with him, not actually thinking he acted like that or anything, because he didn't. But she did in fact want to party with him at some point. Could be interesting, especially with the fact he had said that he'd have encouraged the thing she was trying to get a response out of others with. That would certainly have been nice. But oh well, couldn't always get everything you wanted, as much as that sucked.<br/><br/>Ignoring the various non-professional Invictus members, and briefly hearing Eli's questions, Callandra had fallen silent after finishing the little chatter with Jason before they arrived, being the serious type when it came to the briefings themselves. Suddenly her joking, messing around personality that you saw normally came to this serious looking, quiet one who listened and observed the best that she could. The girl you might expect not to be that professional, like the Invictus members, suddenly became as professional as anyone could be right now, ignoring any possible random chatter going on with the least professional people, and likely, unless brief things were sent her way, ignoring anyone who might attempt to speak to her."
6049,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=500,2014-12-07T15:02:00,TriStates,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Cor and Lith""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Corrian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22709055#p22709055"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I'm tempted to say yes, but to avoid potentially making a fool of myself, I'm not going to say either way"" Callandra smirked, expecting that wasn't the full answer that he was hoping for, because she felt like he was ""egging her on"", so to speak, to continue messing with her instead of giving her an actual straightforward answer.<br/><br/>""You better. I want to experience a party, drinking or not, with the oh-so-great Jason"" Callandra joked, smiling lightly to show that she was just messing with him, not actually thinking he acted like that or anything, because he didn't. But she did in fact want to party with him at some point. Could be interesting, especially with the fact he had said that he'd have encouraged the thing she was trying to get a response out of others with. That would certainly have been nice. But oh well, couldn't always get everything you wanted, as much as that sucked.<br/><br/>Ignoring the various non-professional Invictus members, and briefly hearing Eli's questions, Callandra had fallen silent after finishing the little chatter with Jason before they arrived, being the serious type when it came to the briefings themselves. Suddenly her joking, messing around personality that you saw normally came to this serious looking, quiet one who listened and observed the best that she could. The girl you might expect not to be that professional, like the Invictus members, suddenly became as professional as anyone could be right now, ignoring any possible random chatter going on with the least professional people, and likely, unless brief things were sent her way, ignoring anyone who might attempt to speak to her.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Isle of Lithonia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22707326#p22707326"">wrote</a>:</cite>Was her observation correct? Well, not at the moment. He wasn't interested in having sex with someone he didn't yet know very well. However, because of his workaholic attitude in his years at the Academy, he'd just not spent the time required to get to know any girl well enough. Except for Valerie of course, but he doubted she was really interested in him. Plus, she obviously trusted him enough to let him... do what he did last night, and manage to keep himself in check. And since he refused to just go out and say, ""Hey Val, wanna get laid?"" (it wasn't his personality), he would first have to date her for a while. But because of the trust she'd placed in him last night, he was afraid of breaking that trust by asking her out.<br/><br/>Irrational? Yes. But it was how he saw things at the moment. He was afraid of undermining his current relationship with the red-hot beauty, and he had the feeling that trying to make a ""step-up"" in their relationship would ultimately tear them apart. She was an important friend to him, and a very helpful mental support... Plus she was quite a fun copilot/wingman when they flew together, making their training all the more fruitful when they did train together. So, he had decided to maintain the status quo for the time being.<br/><br/>But he realized that this self-inflicted wound offered him quite the dilemma. He really, <span style=""font-style: italic"">really</span> wanted to find a mate this year. No, he kind of needed it if he was to maintain his current progress in piloting (among other things). His sexual desires had been getting much more difficult to manage of late, and his ""heat"" periods were becoming longer and more difficult to predict. And since he had nowhere to direct these, his ability to concentrate and think rationally were decreasing. <br/><br/>He was now becoming very desperate. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Very</span> desperate. And he was beginning to drop certain requirements that he'd held in determining a suitable mate. At this rate, Cal was rising to the top of the list. Besides, she was quite an interesting person, as he'd been noticing. <br/><br/>But not yet. But he couldn't keep from teasing her though. ""Well, do you think it's an offer?""<br/><br/>When she voiced something of regret about him not being there last night, he chuckled. ""Oh well. I'll just make up for it at a later time, I guess.""<br/><br/>Then he sat quietly, waiting for the briefing.</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/>As a blanket of quiet began to cover the room of rowdy cadets, and the lower classmen of the league were seated, the officers and non-coms of Invictus took their seats where they could find them. The Field Marshals all congregated at the foremost row of their leagues, along with a majority of the other brass hat Generals, and Admirals.<br/><br/>Saito maintained a eagle-eyed watch on one wing of his league from a chair near the Aer Vis section. Terror stories passed down the line through the years halted would-be jokesters. Whatever your year rate. All knew better then to tango with the corps XO.<br/><br/>A position partially by circumstance, and on purpose. Once the briefing was over, the Japanese cadet wanted to speak with the field-commander of the flying league. Having heared certain things through the STAG grapevine, Saito was aware that Aer Vis and Invictus would be working jointly for the foreseeable future of this operation. It only made sense for both of them to reach a relationship of mutual benifit. Peering through the black wrap around shades that covered his blood-shot eyes, Saito believed he sighted the individual he was after close by. As well as a familiar looking girl, who sat in the seat adjacent to the Aer Vis Colonel.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Pere""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Perestroikavo <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22707305#p22707305"">wrote</a>:</cite>Eli glanced around. He had been rudely awakened by an Invictus freshmen trying to manhandle him out of his seat. ""Oi!"" A quick punch to the nose fixed the boy's behaviour, and he stalked off, probably to find another seat. As he sat back down, he hoped that the rabble of freshmen would be silenced soon. His high was dying down, and a pounding headache from last night was coming back in. He looked at Kai, probably one of the few Invictus freshmen who were even remotely bearable, and was about to say something, when POE appeared.<br/><br/>From his front row seat, Eli couldn't help but chuckle. Though he was just a computerized simulation, POE seemed to have aged a little since they last saw each other, though his voice was still the exhuberant tone it usually was. He asked everyone to take their seats, and the entire auditorium quieted down for a moment. The silence was broken when POE asked for questions. Some moron, Staff Sergeant Albritch, asked where he could relieve himself. Eli made a mental note to beat him later, for dragging this out longer than it had to be. Looking around, he noticed no more questions, and sighed. Eli raised his hand high, and when POE called on him, stated a few of the questions we had.<br/><br/>""POE, what are the leagues various objectives, what are victory and failure conditions for the missions, and where is the simulation set?"" He took his seat immediatly, but could hear some of the freshmen laughing or talking amongs themselves. It infuriated him, how similar this situation seemed to a day care facility. He treated everyone here as an adult, why couldn't they act more like them? <span style=""font-style: italic"">Oh well, I guess that's why they're so easy to trick.</span> Eli smiled fondly, remembering that one freshmen whom he had sold mixed oregano and summer seasoning to as weed had claimed to get high off of the mixture. POE's speaking suddenly snapped Eli back into his senses, and he waited for answers to his questions.</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/>""Excellent questions, Commander Breskovskiey, which will be the main focus for this briefing."" The room lighting lowered perceptibly, almost to complete darkness, as the giant monitors behind Poe came to life with a series of information, figure sheets, maps and formation patterns. Superimposed on these were a set of bold, crimson words:<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""color: #BF0000""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Operation Chromite</span></span></span></div><br/><br/>""Today,"" continued Poe, ""is the first Coalition Conflict of this trimester, and the year. For those of you new to the STAG Program, this simulation will take place on the year 1950, during the First Korean War. It was a war between the nations of North and South Korea, in which a United Nations force led by the United States of America fought for the South, and China fought for the North, also assisted by the Soviet Union. The war arose from the division of Korea at the end of World War II and from the global tensions of the Cold War that developed immediately afterwards. Tensions that came to an inevitable head 20 years ago, with the start and end of the Second Pacific War.""<br/><br/>Gesturing to the operation title with a hand, Peo declared, ""Operation Chromite, better known as the Battle of Incheon, was an amphibious invasion and battle of the Korean War that resulted in a decisive victory and strategic reversal in favor of the United Nations forces. The operation involved some 75,000 troops and 261 naval vessels. The result was the liberation of United Nations forces trapped in the Pusan Perimeter pocket, the halting of the Korean People's Army's advance, and led to the recapture of the South Korea capital Seoul two weeks later. At least, thats what history tells us. ""<br/><br/>The letters disappeared from the center screen, replaced instead by a series of<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/e/eb/Korean_war_1950-1953.gif"" rel=""nofollow"">gra</a><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Battle_of_Inchon#mediaviewer/File:Incheon_SK.png"" rel=""nofollow"">phic</a><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/c/c4/Inchon_landing_map.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">maps</a>,<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/c/ca/Korean_War_Montage_2.png"" rel=""nofollow"">combat photographs</a>, and figure representations:<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Casualties and Losses Of STAG Personnel: First Korean War Sim; Operation Chromite (2025-2043 Progression)</span><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">UN Coaliton Forces: League Coaltion</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Total Dead:</span> <span style=""font-style: italic"">211, 350 </span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Total Wounded:</span> <span style=""font-style: italic"">566,434</span><br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Communist Allied Forces: VR Constructs</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Total Dead:</span> <span style=""font-style: italic"">367,283–750,282</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Total Wounded:</span> <span style=""font-style: italic"">686,500–789,000</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Results: First Korean War Sim; Operation Chromite (2025-2043 Progression)</span><br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">UN Coalition Forces</span><br/>Wins: 8<br/>Losses: 7<br/>Draws: 3<br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Communist Allied Forces</span><br/>Wins: 7<br/>Losses: 8<br/>Draws: 3</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>""Among our collection of simulation programs, this one has always been one with acceptable casualty ratios among cadets. A medium of 11,000 plus dead is not uncommon in past performances. It has also been the one with the closest ratio in victories and defeats. Features which, the Ravencroft Institute Board of Directors believe makes a perfect environment for cadet acclimation into the warfare philosophy and combat lifestyle.""<br/><br/>Turning back from the display, Poe resumed speaking towards the crowd.<br/><br/>""Specific objectives can be discussed in greater detail with your respective superior officers from within the sim. Sufficient to say, the overall object is as follows: Leagues have been placed into two combat groups, codenamed Shield and Spear. Leviathan and Aer Vis to the former, with Defion and Invictus to the latter. The first league to deploy will be Invictus, as they infiltrate the enemy rear as a advance guard, via Airborne drops. They will deny the enemy an escape route from the beach, while keeping OPFOR reinforcements from becoming a hindrance. Leviathan will be working closely with Defion, providing fire support and occasional land force assistance while Defion conducts an amphibious landing at the Inchon beaches.""<br/><br/>""Victory conditions are simple: Complete elimination of all enemy resistance in your sectors. The establishment of a friendly AO at Inchon, from which further operations can be launched into the Korean peninsula as you drive to relieve the besieged Pusan Perimeter pocket.""<br/><br/>A smirkish smile hung on the A.I.'s lips as he finished, ""Oh yes. If you haven't realized it yet, with the leagues working together. Mac will be handling OPFOR for the duration of this sim. I would watch myself out there, if I were you.""<br/><br/>With that statement, the shadows dimmed as the lights returned to their original flaring brilliance. The displays behind Poe went blank, as each was shut off from a single thought from the A.I.<br/><br/>""You might have a few minutes to yourselves before the final countdown. But please, make haste, and arrive at your pre-designated sim sites on time, Cadets.""<br/><br/>With that, and flash of code, the grimly smiling white-haired young man was replaced by a dog-sized raven. Spreading its wings, it gave a loud, piercing cry of<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Caw!</span>. Launching itself from the podium, taking flight over the gathered students, it flew in a whirl of flapping wings and feathers as the automatic doors opened at the briefing room exit to let the A.I.'s physical form to leave."
6050,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=500,2014-12-07T16:20:00,Terintania,"Volt looked at his plate of food, his tail pausing in it's wagging as he tried to figure out exactly what it as supposed to be. To someone with wolf senses, the smell made the idea of eating it all the more unbearable. He decided not to eat today, and handed his plate back. He would do fine. It wasn't the first time he'd skipped breakfast, so he was used to it.<br/><br/>When they were called to attention, he perked to attention, though with a bit less military bearing than the others. You could see, however, that if he'd had wolf ears, they would be straight up, as his tail wagged on happily behind him. When the others shouted, he sort of just listened because he had no idea what was going on. When everyone started putting glasses on, he slid his recording glasses on. He didn't drink much last night, but he thought this was a good excuse to slip them on. Behind them, his eyes darted around, his contacts again storing any notable information about what he saw.<br/><br/>He followed along the march, listening to the chant or whatever the hell it was, his tail wagging faster. He narrowed his eyes behind his glasses, before grinning excitedly. The rest of the way, he just followed silently, and took a seat in the briefing room. He was rather intrigued by the AI, his eyes darting around the screen, taking in the data as Poe thought. If it was all in code, he was probably one of the few people there who could read it. If it wasn't, he was likely the only one who could use his contacts and recording glasses to actually see/process all of it/store it for later review.<br/><br/>He chuckled at the first guy's question, though he stifled it. As more people arrived, and more asked questions, he simply listened and observed, recording all of it for various reasons. When the briefing started, he was glad for the explanation of what exactly the Korean War was, since history had never exactly been his strong suit, nor did it interest him, but it was important to know in this instance. He changed the setting on his contacts with a thought to record what was being said as text, so he could review it in the mission objectives and whatnot while inside the mission. Once the briefing was over, he waited for others to start heading out before he did, because he was just that kind of guy.<br/><br/>(Seth)<br/>After complimenting Val, Seth had gone to get some food. No matter how good or bad it was, he ate it anyway, not really caring that much about it's taste. After his basically two-year recovery, he needed everything to go right. He needed to show to them that he could do this, that he was still fit for duty. He could tell some of the other Leviathan members were questioning whether or not he was behind his back. When the realized he was listening, they would look at him in uncertainty, to which he would give a large grin, clearly showing his fangs, and they would decide that going about their day was probably the best plan. Whether or not it was his intent to scare them, or if he was just trying to act polite and smile, which showed his fangs no matter what he did, no one knew for sure. Well, he did, but he had no intentions of telling anyone either way.<br/><br/>Once he finished his food, he returned to his room and placed Shroud back on his perch, giving the snake a little tickle under the chin and a kiss on the top of his head. ""I will see you later, Shroud,"" He said as he left, heading for the briefing room.<br/><br/>Taking a seat, he flicked his tongue out a couple of times in a snake-like way. It smelled/tasted like many many people, and that wasn't always particularly a pleasant thing. There were also hints of alcohol from some of the cadets who hadn't bothered to shower in the morning. When invictus arrived and started telling people to f off so they could steal their seats, Seth rolled his eyes. ""So immature,"" He said to himself.<br/><br/>Some random freshman, having seen the other Invictus members chasing people out of their seats, decided she wanted to try it, and marched up to Seth, ready to tell him to leave. However, Seth smiled at her, and got up. ""Help yourself,"" He said politely, holding the seat back for her like a proper gentleman. She looked very confused by this outcome, and sat down hesitantly. Seth pushed her seat in for her, then went and took another empty seat for himself, turning his head slightly to the right so he could see the screens slightly better out of his only eye. This was the prefect mission to show that he was perfectly capable of continuing to fight. He couldn't afford to mess this up, not with his reputation already hanging by a thread after his accident.<br/><br/>Once the briefing was over, he got up and made his way out of the briefing room, and towards the designated Leviathan starting area, though if anyone spoke to him, he would take a bit of time to chat."
6051,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=500,2014-12-07T20:34:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Johannes Sundberg</span></span></div><br/>Before the briefing began, Johan had been idling. He looked rather excited as he watched the presentation that was way in front of him. It was a good thing he chose a seat close to the stage, otherwise he would have to stand up in his chair. He was happy about that, and the fact that he got here early, but since he knew little about the Korean War, he was not aware that his League would be entering the battle from above. Was he going to get the chance to drive or shoot for a tank?<br/><br/>Disgruntled, Johan crossed his arms over his chest. He would probably fight just as well without a tank, but he wanted to drive one. Or shoot a gun for one. It didn't matter. So long as he had a tank. Another thing that irked him was that there was no equipment list. He wasn't sure what vehicles Invictus had, but he was already sure that Defion would have more tanks and such.<br/>That wasn't good either. In fact, it was awful. So, Johannes walked out of the briefing center with his face red and his cheeks puffed out. He was tempted to scream amongst all the other students, but knew that wasn't a good idea.<br/><br/>Stomping along, he continued along with the other cadets anyway. He wasn't sure if he was going to get a tank, but if he was going to, then he wouldn't miss a chance for it. No way.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Timothy Sutcliffe</span></span></div><br/>""Acceptable?"" muttered Timothy, his stomach churning at the thought of dying. ""How is 11,000 acceptable?!""<br/>The Marten on his shoulder chirred soflty to say he didn't know, then scampered down so he was on Timothy's lap. This briefing made him rather uncomfortable, as even though he had gone through infantry training and exercises, he felt safer in an aircraft. Why couldn't he have been admitted to Aer Vis immediately? Why did he have to be placed among all these peons?! Disgusting!<br/><br/>But anyway, so as not to get into trouble later, Timothy listened closely and noted what he needed to note. His ""League"" would be dropped from above, behind the Communist forces. They were to stop any reinforcements and escapes, obviously. That is, if they could hold out. Again, Timothy pushed the thoughts of death out of his head and put on a determined look. To die during his very first exercise in this academy would be shameful. Preparing himself, Timothy whistled for Saab before walking out with everyone else."
6052,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=500,2014-12-07T20:53:00,Isle of Lithonia,"After the AI finished the briefing, Jason stood up and headed outside.<span style=""font-style: italic"">I should give a little speech now, get them prepared for today.</span>When he made it out, he found a higher area and shouted, ""Aer Vis! Gather on me!""<br/><br/>After all the Aer Vis cadets gathered round him, he started his little speech. ""Alright pilots, listen up. I don't have much time, so I'll keep this brief. Most of you already know me, but for those of you that are new to our League, I'm Colonel Jason Reed. I'll be heading up our league's VR operations for today.<br/><br/>""Now, I expect certain things from all of you when you're out on the battlefield. Firstly, watch each other's backs. If any of us are going to survive this battle, we need to be looking out for each other. Secondly, maintain communication with your fellow pilots. That being said, I expect you to not use the radio for meaningless chatter. No teasing, joking, or crap-talking allowed. Thirdly, don't pull some half-assed stunt. The idea is not to needlessly get yourself killed out there. Fourthly, none of this showing-off crap is allowed. I expect you all to efficiently complete the tasks given you, and not try and pull some crazy heroics that only end in you getting yourself killed early on. And finally, listen to orders. That is all.""<br/><br/>He gave them all a grin. ""Now, let's go bag ourselves some prey.""<br/><br/>The cadets gave him the famed Aer Vis roar (which sounded something like, ""Hoo-Aah""), and then dispersed. He turned to look at Callandra, the excitement showing in his eyes, and his fangs were bared. ""Well, Miss Wingman, are you ready?"""
6053,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=500,2014-12-07T21:21:00,Corrian,"<span style=""font-style: italic"">Yes, the Korean War</span>Callandra thought to herself, excited at the prospect of getting to do something in that war. There were so many cool planes from that time that she would love a chance to fly. She hoped that there wasn't going to be anything weird and different today that forced her to fly a bomber, because this was definitely the war that she would prefer to be a fighter pilot in instead. She looked at the statistics and all that stuff, and listened very closely to what was being said. It was certainly going to be an interesting simulation, she thought. She was very much looking forward to this.<br/><br/>As things came to a close and a ridiculous amount of people began filing out, she was among them, following her leader. When Jason hopped up on something high, before he even spoke, she knew he was about to give some big speech. And she was quite looking forward to it, always enjoying inspirational speeches. She gave a nod of her head to Jason's words on his rules. She knew that some of those could be directed at her, based off of what he knew of her personality, and she would prove to him that how she behaved outside the simulations was completely different to the person that she was inside the simulatiions. Inside, she was super professional, not chatting for the sake of chatter. Less teasing, crap talk, and joking and all that. And any of that other stuff people liked to do (and get themselves killed for) was immediately out of the question for her always. She wanted to ADVANCE, not screw yourself over further. And if she was some idiot like that, she felt like she probably wouldn't exactly be the Wingman of Jason right now. With the rest of the Aer Vis members roaring, she joined in with her own, said very enthusiastically.<br/><br/>Callandra caught Jason's gaze, and saw that he looked quite excited. She was glad that she wasn't the only one who actually got excited about these things. Well, to be fair, most people probably did get excited about these things, since they were all hear willingly after all, but a lot of them tended to show some signs of being a little afraid, understandably. She didn't see that in Jason, and she herself certainly didn't feel that. She was just pure excited, pumping yourself up with adrenaline, so to speak, making it so any concerns of hers were replaced with pure excitement.<br/><br/>""Hell yeah. This is gonna be bloody awesome!"" Callandra said in response to Jason, smiling widely, her British accent even more prominent than it normally was all the time with that cliche British line she had just said."
6054,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=500,2014-12-07T22:22:00,Brechalht,ignore
6055,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=500,2014-12-07T23:42:00,Corrian,"""I didn't sign up to cover your ass. I signed up to cover Jason's ass"" Callandra replied to Aaron in a joking tone with a grin on her face when he came over and asked if she was ready to cover them. Going back to being more ""serious"", or well, as serious as she tended to get outside of the simulations themselves, she continued. ""Of course I am. Anything that let's me get out there and fly a fighter plane is good with me. Even if I'm covering others asses"" She grinned, not keeping her seriousness for long, clearly.<br/><br/>Edit:<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Kylie and the Big Ass Catch Up Post</span><br/>On the first day of being sent to the Academy, before the plane arrived, her parents had pulled up to drop her off to make sure she got on the plane to the Academy. While her parents looked excited for their daughter, and themselves, as it came closer, she became more and more scared. Not only because she was going to the Academy, but because she was going to get on a plane. She was scared of flying, after all. Not really a good mix for her. Even though she was usually a well behaved girl, as they drove, she glared at the back of her parents heads for this. She figured that she might as well show spite towards her parents since she was leaving now.<br/><br/>And another opportunity for her to not be her typical well behaved self came as they pulled up to the plane, and it was time for her to go before she missed the plane. She had gotten all of her things out of the car, and her parents wanted to hug her goodbye, putting their arms out. She looked almost irritated by this casual gesture as if she cared, and what she did is huffed at her parents and wheeled her suitcase right past them, ignoring them completely. Her parents almost looked disappointed, but honestly she didn't care. They didn't deserve any show that she cared, and this was a perfect time for her to spite them a little. She thought she heard her parents mumble stuff like ""I thought we raised her better"", and shouting at her to say goodbye, but she drained it all out, and headed onto the plane without another word to her parents. And honestly, if it was her choice, she hoped that would be the last time she saw her parents ever again, but summer would inevitably come around eventually.<br/><br/>Once on the plane, she settled down wherever it was that you settled down there, hooking herself down, because she wasn't the type that felt at all comfortable being in perfect free fall mode if the plane started to crash or something. All of these people were standing up and shouting at each other and all that nonsense, and she just couldn't help but imagine the plane going down and all these people flying everywhere. She pulled her legs close in on herself, and let out a light whimper, her nerves going haywire at the thought of the plane taking off and being suspended in the air in a giant moving tin can. And of course as she said that, the plane began to sputter into life and begin its approach down the runway, eventually taking off. She got super tense when the plane was taking off, but relaxed a little more once it was in the air itself, though still uneasy knowing that there was no solid surface below them for thousands of feet. However, she eventually relaxed for the most part, but for the entire flight, didn't pay any mind to any of the nonsense going on about the plane, keeping to herself, almost seemingly afraid of the others. She was surrounded by people who actually willingly came here after all, meaning that they had no problems with killing others. It was a bit hard not to be uncomfortable around questionable people like that, really. Some of them probably even enjoyed tormenting others, especially easily scared people like herself.<br/><br/>Once they landed, she was relieved until the manhandling came about, and they were forced out of the place. Now she really felt like she was in a military Academy for real, some guy swearing up a storm and shoving them around. Once they were supposed to get in line after some speech nonsense and an interesting entrance by the person apparently in charge, she did exactly that, though clearly didn't seem to know what she was doing and took longer than some of the others to get into the line properly. Of course, her rank, being new and all, was most likely a Private. But she didn't really care either way.<br/><br/>She went through all that stuff she found to be a bit irritating, but knowing it was just the beginning, and all these people wandered off to their rooms, the went off to this thing that everyone was calling the ""Last Night"". Some random Invictus boy seemed to know about it, having come up to her and asking her if she would like to come and join him and his friends. While she thought that his invite was rather cute, because he was clearly a bit of a shy and nervous kid, and probably had a crush on her or something to be going out of the way to ask her, she politely declined, having no interest in this party that apparently involved getting wasted on alcohol as a teenager, or just being caught in the middle of all the drunken shenanigans, none of which sounded that appealing to her like everyone around her was making it out to be.<br/><br/>So for her, the only logical plan was to head straight for the Barrack's, which, to her disappointment once she actually managed to find her way to them, but not unexpected, consisted of her cramming into a room full of a bunch of others. A room full of bunk beds that is. That left plugging in a night light out of the question, because she couldn't exactly bother others with her own personal light or anything. She was thinking that she might need to find something else, something that could be restricted to her bed area only, and not disturb others with too much light. Or just get used to the dark, but the dark was scary. She took a deep breath, calming herself at the thought of sleeping in the dark, and headed off to find herself a bed. They all pretty much looked the same, so it wasn't like it really mattered, and while she wasn't entirely certain, she had the distinct feeling you were supposed to choose whatever bed that you wanted. So in the end she chose one that felt the most ""secluded"", which for her was pretty much one that was against a wall, and threw some of her things on the bottom bunk of the bed (She never found that she could sleep properly on the top bunk, because heights and all), and anything bigger, she pushed underneath her bed. One thing that hit her while doing this: Where did you change? A chill went through her spine when she thought that she might have to change in front of everyone, but she figured that there had to be SOMEWHERE to change, she just didn't know where that was yet.<br/><br/>Not sure what else there was to do right now, she had plopped down onto her bed and pulled out one of her books that she still needed to finish, opening it up to the point where she had bookmarked it, beginning to read it again. She tried not to think about anything else. The people around her, where she was, her parents. All of that, discarded, so she could focus on her book without getting mentally sidetracked. She read this book for pretty much most of the day, hanging out all by herself (The occasional person like herself who didn't go out to the Last Night, or if they did, came back early, wandering about). As it was beginning to get later and later, and more people were filing in, but clearly not all of them, she put her book away, and pulled out her teddy bear from her bag. She bit her lip, hiding it into her blankets from the others around her so she didn't get made fun of.<br/><br/>Figuring that she might as well call it a night now, knowing enough about this place to know that they woke you up damn early, she slipped into the covers of her bed. Feeling insecure and uncomfortable in a new place, she pulled her teddy bear close to her, her stuffed animal always somehow managing to make her feel better and more relaxed. She figured nobody could really see her in the middle of the dark, so she didn't worry so much about the fact people might try and make fun of her for having a sort of ""Security blanket"" type of thing while at a military Academy. Her parents had tried to convince her to give up this stuff, but it didn't work, and she slipped it all in secretly.<br/><br/>As she lay there, trying to sleep in the unfamiliar territory, she heard more and more people getting into their respective beds, including the person above her, and more and more snoring. Also the occasional drunken banter coming from one of the earlier arrivals who had gotten themselves drunk quickly. She realized as time went on that, while she was surrounded by people all around her, she felt more alone right now than ever. Even being with her parents, who she despised most of the time, she felt less lonely. At least there she knew she had friends she could see. Now she had to depart all of her friends, which to be fair, weren't many, and the ""comfort"" of her own home, which really wasn't that comforting a lot of the time, but still. Letting out a whimper at this realization, she pulled her stuffed animal closer to herself, and curled into a sort of ball, eventually dozing off into a sleep, which took quite some time to actually happen due to her having a hard time settling in.<br/><br/>In the morning, due to some rather patchy sleep, she had woken up before they were all rudely awakened by the ones in charge. By the time they had done that, she had already found where she got dressed, and dressed into her uniform or whatever, though having preferred if she could have worn her normal clothes, because she liked her clothes. She worked on putting her hair up into two little ponytails or pigtails or whatever you called them (Like she had in her pictures), and did all that good morning getting ready stuff. And when the noisy people came to wake them all up, to make sure she didn't get in trouble for being disorderly, she hurried out and formed into the lines that they were making with everyone. Though she was probably still one of the few in the line who didn't do the greatest job of fully getting into an orderly fashion, and all these weird singing and chanting stuff that had happened, she didn't want anything to do with, and hoped that none of them would take note of one of the students out of thousands wasn't actually chanting or singing or any of that, just following the best that she could.<br/><br/>At the briefing room, she saw people from her league being rude and trying to steal peoples seats, and she shook her head, almost tempted to get on their case, but deciding that she wasn't brave enough to do that, instead staying right where she was. She wasn't in the mood to fight over seats or anything like that, so she, even though there may have been a seat for her SOMEWHERE, kept standing off to the side to watch the whole thing. Which explained what the different leagues would be doing, and that their first simulation was the Korean War. Hearing how many people died in the Korean War simulations, her chest tightened, and there was a nagging question in her head that she didn't have an opportunity to ask during all of that. Realizing how real the situation was now, that they were actually going to be thrown into a simulation of war and there would probably be a lot of death and destruction made any sort of comfort she felt go away again, and she started to have trouble breathing properly from the scared, nervous feelings going through her body. Her breathing became heavy, and tears briefly trickled into her eyes, but never fell from them. Trying to keep herself calm, she followed the others out after everything was over (And finding the exit of the man in charge to be fascinating, like his intro yesterday), and looked for the first Invictus Cadet she could speak to so she could ask them a question that she hoped they knew the answer to, because she wasn't brave enough to ask the ones in authority that were leading them around, because she didn't want to seem like she was out of line by asking a question or something like that. So she chose a random Cadet, and that Cadet just happened to be Volt.<br/><br/>""I know this is a foolish question, but do you know if you die in the simulations f-for real?"" Kylie asked the boy, clearly looking uncertain, worried, and nervous about the whole thing, unlike a lot of the others who were clearly excited about all of this starting and looking forward to it. Nothing about her showed any signs of actually being excited about it, and everything showed that she was super worried and uneasy about the whole thing. Very scared, even. It looked like she'd rather be anywhere but heading to the simulation room that they were heading to right this minute."
6056,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=500,2014-12-08T12:54:00,TriStates,"<blockquote><div><cite>Isle of Lithonia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22719423#p22719423"">wrote</a>:</cite>After the AI finished the briefing, Jason stood up and headed outside. <span style=""font-style: italic"">I should give a little speech now, get them prepared for today.</span> When he made it out, he found a higher area and shouted, ""Aer Vis! Gather on me!""<br/><br/>After all the Aer Vis cadets gathered round him, he started his little speech. ""Alright pilots, listen up. I don't have much time, so I'll keep this brief. Most of you already know me, but for those of you that are new to our League, I'm Colonel Jason Reed. I'll be heading up our league's VR operations for today.<br/><br/>""Now, I expect certain things from all of you when you're out on the battlefield. Firstly, watch each other's backs. If any of us are going to survive this battle, we need to be looking out for each other. Secondly, maintain communication with your fellow pilots. That being said, I expect you to not use the radio for meaningless chatter. No teasing, joking, or crap-talking allowed. Thirdly, don't pull some half-assed stunt. The idea is not to needlessly get yourself killed out there. Fourthly, none of this showing-off crap is allowed. I expect you all to efficiently complete the tasks given you, and not try and pull some crazy heroics that only end in you getting yourself killed early on. And finally, listen to orders. That is all.""<br/><br/>He gave them all a grin. ""Now, let's go bag ourselves some prey.""<br/><br/>The cadets gave him the famed Aer Vis roar (which sounded something like, ""Hoo-Aah""), and then dispersed. He turned to look at Callandra, the excitement showing in his eyes, and his fangs were bared. ""Well, Miss Wingman, are you ready?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>With the summary end of the briefing, Colonel Tsukuda and Field Marshal Fisk shared a look across the room. It was all that was needed. They had been part of a team for nearly 3 years. Nearly three times that in the virtual reality, since time was elongated in the ARIES system. So without gathering for a word, both Fourth Rates departed in opposing directions. Fisk walking in quick stride toward Jessica & Varsonyn while Saito made a bee line towards a gathering of Aer Vis cadets.<br/><br/>Fisk and the others would handle organizing Invictus and getting their cadets to their room, while Saito played politics. The stoic Japanese teenager always had been good at being a diplomatist.<br/><br/>""Colonel Reed, Corporal Clyne,"" Clinical voice smooth as ever, with a wooden all-business face behind the wrap around shades, now that the fun from last night was done, Saito addressed both with formal politeness. His focus however, was on the Aer Vis XO. Inclining his head towards the long corridor that lead toward the Aer Vis sim room.<br/><br/>""I would like to have a word with you before the simulation begins. Perhaps we can walk & talk?"" The tone of the request was neutral, but it made it clear Saito would prefer speaking with Jason, and Jason alone."
6057,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=500,2014-12-08T14:05:00,Isle of Lithonia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Corrian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22719796#p22719796"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Hell yeah. This is gonna be bloody awesome!"" Callandra said in response to Jason, smiling widely, her British accent even more prominent than it normally was all the time with that cliche British line she had just said.</div></blockquote><br/>Jason smiled at her. Obviously, he was going to really enjoy the sims this time around. Plus, he couldn't wait to see how his wingman would perform in battle, this being her first sim since last year. He gracefully gestured toward the hall, and said in a teasing voice ""Then, let us be off, milady. Thine steed doth await.""<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Brechalht <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22720497#p22720497"">wrote</a>:</cite>Aschroft cheered and applauded as required, and immediately headed over to Callandra and Jason, a few of the experienced pilots following him.<br/><br/>""Hullo, friends. Very nice speech as speeches go, Colonel. Hullo, Callandra. Ready to cover our 6?""<br/>""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>And he would've been off, but Ashcroft approached him. To him, the speech was pretty dull, but whatever. He was just glad he got his point across, at least so far as he knew. ""Thanks, Ashcroft.""<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>TriStates <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22725976#p22725976"">wrote</a>:</cite>Fisk and the others would handle organizing Invictus and getting their cadets to their room, while Saito played politics. The stoic Japanese teenager always had been good at being a diplomatist. <br/><br/>""Colonel Reed, Corporal Clyne,"" Clinical voice smooth as ever, with a wooden all-business face behind the wrap around shades, now that the fun from last night was done, Saito addressed both with formal politeness. His focus however, was on the Aer Vis XO. Inclining his head towards the long corridor that lead toward the Aer Vis sim room.<br/><br/>""I would like to have a word with you before the simulation begins. Perhaps we can walk &amp; talk?"" The tone of the request was neutral, but it made it clear Saito would prefer speaking with Jason, and Jason alone.</div></blockquote><br/>And he would've been off again, had that Japanese man... Saito was his name, now that Jason thought about it. Anyway, had not Saito come and spoke. Jason was really,<span style=""font-style: italic"">really</span>wanting to get into the simulator and get back into the familiar feel of a F-9F cockpit, and he was extremely anxious to go turn some VR planes into flaming fireballs. Last year, he had been able to just run for the simulators, and was one of the first on. However, he was beginning to find that more authority means less time for one's own desires.<br/><br/>Thankfully, he was still a patient person. So, Saito's further delay of his walk to the sims didn't really bother him too much. Jason nodded to the man as he replied, ""Colonel Saito. Sure, I have some time before the sims.""<br/><br/>Although he wanted to talk a little with Callandra before combat commenced, he'd have to save that for later. He turned to her, ""Hey Cal, go on ahead and I'll meet you in the VR. Just don't get into the jet's cockpit before I talk with you.""<br/><br/>Back to the Colonel, he started walking down the corridor. ""So, Colonel, what is on your mind?"""
6058,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=525,2014-12-08T14:34:00,Corrian,"Callandra scoffed at Jason calling her milady, and the rest of it, then playfully shook her head. ""Yes, let us be off, milord"" She chuckled, and then they headed out.<br/><br/>""Colonel Tsukuda"" Callandra responded back when Saito arrived to speak to them, suddenly acting all professional now.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Corporal Clyne? I like the sound of that</span>If her thoughts had a face, they would be grinning right now.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Best if I return the gesture</span>She thought in response to being more professional now and calling each other by their ranks, not names. She thought whatever Saito was here for seemed rather serious for some reason, and she wasn't sure why. She had a bit of curiosity, but let the two of them be, figuring it wasn't good to get involved where she didn't belong. He wanted to talk to him, and that was that. To what Jason said to her, she nodded, not having planned to hop in anywhere until commanded anyway. ""As you Command, Jason"" She grinned lightly, still cracking a bit out of her professionalism, and then with a glance and nod to Aaron for the two of them to begin walking towards the VR simulation, the two of them (I would presume)began their trudge, and could probably start a little conversation on the way."
6059,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=525,2014-12-08T15:08:00,TriStates,"<blockquote><div><cite>Isle of Lithonia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22726797#p22726797"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>And he would've been off again, had that Japanese man... Saito was his name, now that Jason thought about it. Anyway, had not Saito come and spoke. Jason was really, <span style=""font-style: italic"">really</span> wanting to get into the simulator and get back into the familiar feel of a F-9F cockpit, and he was extremely anxious to go turn some VR planes into flaming fireballs. Last year, he had been able to just run for the simulators, and was one of the first on. However, he was beginning to find that more authority means less time for one's own desires. <br/><br/>Thankfully, he was still a patient person. So, Saito's further delay of his walk to the sims didn't really bother him too much. Jason nodded to the man as he replied, ""Colonel Saito. Sure, I have some time before the sims."" <br/><br/>Although he wanted to talk a little with Callandra before combat commenced, he'd have to save that for later. He turned to her, ""Hey Cal, go on ahead and I'll meet you in the VR. Just don't get into the jet's cockpit before I talk with you.""<br/><br/>Back to the Colonel, he started walking down the corridor. ""So, Colonel, what is on your mind?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Farming."" answered Saito cryptically. Crossing hands behind his back, his speak was interrupted only by the subtle click-click of his service boots on the polished tile floor.<br/><br/>""My grandfather was fond of stories of our familie's beginnings as soy bean farmers. And always he would mention, the inseperable relationship between the fields of the earth and the rain of the sky. Both are needed for the food the fields produce, which is the greater purpose to be achieved. To a farmer, one without the other is an abomination. Seperately, they have no purpose, and cannot fufill anything worthwhile.""<br/><br/>Turning his face, the Invictus Cadet's blood shot eyes looked at his ranking counterpart over the sunglasses. Fatigue was plainly present in them, but there was something else as well. Bare-faced honesty.<br/><br/>""Now the point of that little anecdote is this: Your Aer Vis. You know what being tagged with Airborne really means... It means leading a numerically inferior force, 20 kilometers behind enemy lines, with 4 days worth of supplies for a 9 day operation. The front can change from yards to miles in minutes. Our lines will be infiltrated. Our forces will be outnumbered. And we will always be encircled.""<br/><br/>Nodding his head in the direction of the Aer Vis cadets slowly filtering through the hall way around them, he continued, ""And the only thing stopping us from being completely slaughtered are you, and your flyers.""<br/><br/>""Just like those soy fields. When the rain stops coming, we start dying. You and I both know thats an experiance, sim or otherwise, no one wants to go through.""<br/><br/>Breaking off his peircing stare, Saito exhaled a long, stress-filled sigh. Halting mid-stride, the Invictus officer rubbed his neck absently, as he mulled over what he would say next, speaking in pauses as he carefully weighed each word said. His grafted wings shuffled behind his back, as if they were trying to shake the tension out from themselves.<br/><br/>""Like I said.. death isn't something you risk easy. ARIES has a devious approach to that. And since I don't expect anyone in STAG to risk flying into hell for a stranger... I'm Saito ""White Knight"" Tsukuda.""<br/><br/>Times had never been easy in the Academy for inter-league relations. Problems were too easy escalted, and fueds thats lasted decades were common place, in such a high stress environment. Extending his free hand to Jason, Saito hoped this would be one of those rare times when prejudice would not be problem. He had a job to get as many cadets back in one piece, physically and mentally. By teaming the leagues up, the Administrators had extended that responsibility to Aer Vis, and by relation, to Jason Reed. The Invictus Colonel wanted that to be perfectly clear."
6060,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=525,2014-12-08T15:40:00,The Templar High Council,"Aiden listened intently to the briefing by Poe, absorbing every necessary detail. After all was said and done, and the Defion students began filing out to the sim room, Aiden decided it best to... inspire the others for the upcoming fight.<br/><br/>""Defion! Listen up!"" He shouted over the din of movement. ""We're leading the charge on this one. Well, that's mostly a given. You heard the AI: run up the beach, give the commie-bots hell, and set us up an FOB. I'd ask y'all if you were ready, but I already know the answer.""<br/><br/>As expected, the Army of Eureka gave a resounding affirmative to the question.<br/><br/>""Well, I suppose that's that. Let's go, boys and girls. Time to teach that sim what we're made of!"""
6061,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=525,2014-12-08T16:11:00,Isle of Lithonia,"Jason listened carefully to the little parable that the Japanese man related, understanding the point even before he was told it. And he agreed. If this sim was to be successful and beneficial for Aer Vis, then there needed to be cooperation between his league and Invictus. If either side refused to cooperate, the whole battle would fall apart. But the lack of, well, attachment between the two groups made this potentially difficult.<br/><br/>Honestly, Jason had never been one for the prejudice and tension between the Academy's leagues. Yes, they were trained to rip each other apart, and Jason really had almost no problem pulling the trigger and lighting up anybody in his way (aside from those few friends he still had from other leagues). Plus, he knew that if Saito had the chance to kill Jason in a live battle, he would not hesitate to do so. However, the cat-man believed it was foolish and unnecessary to hold this against others nonetheless. Everyone was just doing their job and attempting to get ahead in this hellish school, and to fault them for doing so would be hypocritical to say the least, and idiotic in the utmost. If you want to get ahead, then you need the support of others. And if Jason could win support from people in positions of authority, especially from separate leagues, then his own influence would be greatly strengthened.<br/><br/>Besides, Saito didn't seem to be half as bad of a person as many that he'd encountered before. So, he took the man's hand, and shook it with a grin on his face. ""And I am Jason 'Archangel' Reed. It will be my pleasure to fly into hell alongside your forces.""<br/><br/>He let go of the man's hand, and continued. ""That being said, if you need any specific aid, let me know. I don't plan on witnessing the retreat of our forces from this battle, and as such, I need you to remain in contact with me on the battlefield. Do not hesitate to speak with me if needbe. I cannot promise that I can always give you the assistance you need, since my own men are my first priority. Nevertheless, I do not intend to lose this battle."""
6062,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=525,2014-12-08T16:40:00,TriStates,"<blockquote><div><cite>Isle of Lithonia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22728510#p22728510"">wrote</a>:</cite>Jason listened carefully to the little parable that the Japanese man related, understanding the point even before he was told it. And he agreed. If this sim was to be successful and beneficial for Aer Vis, then there needed to be cooperation between his league and Invictus. If either side refused to cooperate, the whole battle would fall apart. But the lack of, well, attachment between the two groups made this potentially difficult.<br/><br/>Honestly, Jason had never been one for the prejudice and tension between the Academy's leagues. Yes, they were trained to rip each other apart, and Jason really had almost no problem pulling the trigger and lighting up anybody in his way (aside from those few friends he still had from other leagues). Plus, he knew that if Saito had the chance to kill Jason in a live battle, he would not hesitate to do so. However, the cat-man believed it was foolish and unnecessary to hold this against others nonetheless. Everyone was just doing their job and attempting to get ahead in this hellish school, and to fault them for doing so would be hypocritical to say the least, and idiotic in the utmost. If you want to get ahead, then you need the support of others. And if Jason could win support from people in positions of authority, especially from separate leagues, then his own influence would be greatly strengthened.<br/><br/>Besides, Saito didn't seem to be half as bad of a person as many that he'd encountered before. So, he took the man's hand, and shook it with a grin on his face. ""And I am Jason 'Archangel' Reed. It will be my pleasure to fly into hell alongside your forces.""<br/><br/>He let go of the man's hand, and continued. ""That being said, if you need any specific aid, let me know. I don't plan on witnessing the retreat of our forces from this battle, and as such, I need you to remain in contact with me on the battlefield. Do not hesitate to speak with me if needbe. I cannot promise that I can always give you the assistance you need, since my own men are my first priority. Nevertheless, I do not intend to lose this battle.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""On that, we can agree. Now, excuse me. I have taken up enough of your time."" Ending the handshake, Saito saluted his Aer Vis counterpart before spinning on his heel in an about face, walking purposefully back down the corridor toward the Invictus room.<br/><br/>The simulation would begin very soon, and he had duties to attend to."
6063,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=525,2014-12-08T18:45:00,Brechalht,ignore
6064,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=525,2014-12-08T18:56:00,Corrian,"""Eh. We all have our secrets and private conversations. While I'm always curious what goes on behind the scenes, I understand nonetheless why they want to talk in private, because there are certainly times I'd rather talk to others in private as well"" Callandra said to Ashcroft, though she understood that he hadn't been saying that in a serious manner or anything, and more in joking fun. Still, she felt like that had to be said, anyway. She mentally shook her dirty thoughts away about a joke she pondered saying, thinking that dirty jokes were best kept for a later time, not shortly before going into a simulation.<br/><br/>Callandra nodded again to what Ashcroft said, then responded to his question. ""Of course. I'm not even nervous. Well, I think we all get nervous on some level if we want to admit it or not. But the excitement outweighs the nervousness. Ever since I turned 13 and could go here, I've lived for this place and its simulations, and nothing more"" She said, again something dirty coming to her mind.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Geez Callandra, your mind really is in the gutter a lot</span>She thought to herself. ""Well, and a few other things, of course"" She smiled lightly, trying her best not to make it sound like she had any flirty, dirty undertones to her comment, even though in her head there was."
6065,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=525,2014-12-08T19:23:00,Brechalht,ignore
6066,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=525,2014-12-08T19:41:00,TriStates,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">The World of the Real</span></span></div><br/><br/>The automatic door opened with a soft chime, allowing Saito Tsukuda to<a class=""postlink"" href=""https://38.media.tumblr.com/68099804c20717eadc006ad66bf4bd01/tumblr_nesnf7riMt1saxfomo1_500.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">enter into the Invictus League virtual reality chamber.</a>The scope of the facility always caused a feeling of awe to enter in Saito. His breath hitched in his throat as his eyes took everything in. Rows upon rows filled with pod-like devices. And among them stood the Inspectors. Machine constructs that maintained the Navarone facility, most remained indoors, as that was where most of their tasks were done. There was more than enough to fit every single cadet in the league, and probably have room for another half-league. They were the doorways to a world of limitless potential, probabilities and outcomes.<br/><br/>At least, thats how the Academy brochure had described them.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">This is the secret of Ravencroft. This room, and the others like it. This is how they maintain the spot as the leader of the mercenary enterprise. </span><br/><br/>Virtual reality technology had been around since before the enterprising corporation had even been a thought. But it had been Dr. Richard Ravencroft, who had taken the technology to its next leap. And it took the form of the ARIES-S. While similar combat simulations were available and up for sale in the market, ARIES was an improvement on them all by containing a critical element the others did not.<br/><br/>ARIES-S represented a way to entirely recreate reality in a almost limitless amount of forms. But going beyond that, it enhanced the experience by tapping into the most complex processor known to man. The human brain. When immersed into ARIES, the system would intertwine itself with the subjects nervous system, as well as their mind. Any action done or stimuli sensed in the sim would be augmented by the individuals previous memory and experience of it , in addition to ARIES’s pre-programmed reactions. Smell, taste, pleasure and pain. The brain would register no difference between the simulated stimuli that caused these and the real thing. It could be said, that the reason ARIES-S was so successful as a VR, was that it wasn’t a VR. To the brain, it was as real as life itself.<br/><br/>Startled out of his reverie when an Inspector blindsided him from the right, the machine seemingly appearing out of no where as its sensors examined him.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">“Tsukuda, Saito. Year Rate One. Colonel. Invictus League. Operating Number 008 - 839 -641.”</blockquote>stated the machine in a modulated male vocal tone. Pulling away from Saito, it cocked its head at him in a quizzical way, as if pondering something it had not anticipated.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">“The Colonel is 3 minutes, 32 seconds, 12 milliseconds late for his scheduled simulation. This unit would like to inquire as to the reason of your tardiness, for official record. Will you submit a formal statement?”</blockquote><br/><br/>“League Business, authorized under Section 3.1.0 of the Eureka STAG Cadet Papers.”<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">“Statment accepted and logged. You will be contacted by the General Staff within two to three days for confirmation that the submitted information was legitament. Please follow closely, and this unit will lead the Colonel to his ARIES unit-”</blockquote><br/><br/>“Hold the fuck up, you uppity eggbeater!” a familiar voice hollered from behind the machine. As both Saito and the Inspector turned around to this unexpected interruption, it was to the smiling face of Field Marshal Fisk that graced them.<br/><br/>“I’ll take charge of the Colonel. Now skedaddle on back to wherever maintence shaft you came from.”<br/><br/>Recognition software in the machine told it that the individual speaking was a part of the General Staff. And, as according to its program, their directives were second only to the Administrators and Ravencroft Central. Bidding the two Invictus members aduei with a beeping sigh, the Inspector quickly vanished from sight as it climb to the next level above.<br/><br/>“Saito!” continued Joshua, slapping the asian XO fiercely on the back. “About time you got your ass back here. Thought we were gonna have to jump without you!”<br/><br/>Steering the Colonel with one of his sturdy arms, the Field Marshal talked up a storm as he<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://img.ibxk.com.br/2014/04/08/08165315570327.jpg?w=794&amp;h=529&amp;mode=max"" rel=""nofollow"">directed his friend and second in command to the proper section of the room.</a><br/><br/>“We’re a little late behind everyone else, since I had to wait up for your ass since you walk like old people fuck. But since we're pulling Airbrone, we shouldn’t be that behind.”<br/><br/>“Good to hear. You might want to head out to yours,” replied Saito pointing out Fisk’s own opened pod, not rising to his friends bait.<br/><br/>“See you on the other side man.” stated Josh with his trademark dont-have-a-care-in-the-world gin, throwing a two finger salute as he walked backwards to his own pod.<br/><br/>Lying inside of the ARIES, Saito synced his NetSet with the interior devices of the system, finalizing the procedure as he put on the visored head gear. Lying back, fully outfitted for the sim, his exhaled sigh sounded unnaturally loud in the snug simulation chamber. After what seemed like a few more minutes, a cheerful chiming sound originated from within the pod itself, followed by a perky female voice:<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Body-software integration complete. Welcome back to ARIES: Colonel Tsukuda! You are scheduled for: The First Korean War; Operation Chromite. Is this correct?...Thank You for your confirmation... Remember to always check your auto-eject before accepting the final synchronization. Thank you for using Aries and as always,<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Welcome to the Program &amp; Have a Happy Conflict!</span></div></blockquote><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Welcome to the program,</span>thought Saito grimly as his eyes opened, revealing that his new surrounding. A few cadets in front of him, with more to the sides. About two, maybe three dozen in all. All outfited in American 1950's Airborne gear. Some faces familiar; most faces new, came into view as his<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i1-games.softpedia-static.com/screenshots/1-1842_3.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">eyes adjusted to the darkened interior</a>of the<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://www.nbbd.com/godo/vac/images/1003-C47.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Douglas C-47</a>. He couldn't help but chuckle sourly.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Yeah.. welcome to the program..</span></div>"
6067,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=525,2014-12-08T19:57:00,Corrian,"""A little bit of both, you could say"" Callandra felt no reason to deny that she enjoyed the fame, though she wasn't going to tell them how much she tended on trying to fight for said fame in ways that might be questionable. ""Though I prefer machine guns on the front of my plane than holding a gun itself, of course"" She smiled lightly. At that next comment, she smirked. He wasn't making it very easy for her to avoid dirty thoughts. ""I enjoy the company of others in many different ways"" There it was, a cheeky grin from her again. It was too impossible for her to resist with that comment of his.<br/><br/>Callandra nodded to him, then grinned when he nudged her and said what he said. That sounded like a compliment, and she liked it. She did like to think of herself as owning the skies after all. She did have to laugh at him saying not to let anything near them. ""I wasn't planning on letting them anywhere near"" She smiled at him genuinely. ""So yes, the Goddess of the skies won't let any of the enemy near you guys, you can count on me"" She chuckled lightly.<br/><br/>""So, I noticed you seem to have got a girlfriend while here fast. Not that I am complaining, but I thought it curious. You know her from somewhere before? I'm not used to normal people getting in relationships in one night"" Callandra asked curiously as they were getting very near the simulation room."
6068,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=525,2014-12-08T20:33:00,Isle of Lithonia,"After bidding the Colonel farewell, Jason headed into the simulator room. Shit happened, lotsa shit. And he found himself in a sim pod.<br/><br/>As the program booted, Jason prepared himself for the jump into VR.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Bring it.</span><br/><br/>Jason was pumped up for this battle, and his whole body proved it. His tail unconsciously swung around, his ears twitched, his eyes had narrowed to slits. He was ready, and extremely excited to get into a plane again.<br/><br/>He was so damn excited, he forgot one little detail...<br/><br/>When he opened his eyes, he found himself on the deck of the carrier. Of course, he had a little bit of trouble standing up straight, but his cat-like grace managed to hold him up pretty well. The deck swayed to and fro beneath him, the massive carrier being gently tossed by the waves... waves...<span style=""font-style: italic"">Wait, waves... HOLY SHIT, I'M IN THE MIDDLE OF THE FUCKING OCEAN!!!!!!</span><br/><br/>The corporal jumped backwards and fell onto his back, his hair (not on the top of his head) standing on end. He let out a hiss, clearly unhappy about the situation. "" Goddammit!!!! Why the fuck did they stick me on a fucking pile of steel in the middle of several billions of gallons of fucking water?!?!?! Shit!!!!""<br/><br/>But he really needed to get moving. The battle wasn't going to wait for him to get over his fears. So, he took several deep breaths, letting them out in low hisses. After he felt sufficiently cooled off, he stood back up and brushed himself off. He gritted his teeth, and walked over towards his plane."
6069,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=525,2014-12-08T20:36:00,The Templar High Council,"Minutes later, Aiden and all other Defion students were already submerged in the sim. They blinked open their eyes aboard<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://www.navsource.org/archives/10/18/1018148301.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">LSTs</a>offshore Inchon's Blue Beach. While not all the students were on one boat, there were enough ships to ferry them to shore. And there was armor interspersed with the infantry. On the ship Aiden was on, there was an M26 Pershing, and there were more tanks, trucks, and halftracks on the other ships.<br/><br/>But they couldn't go yet. Amphibious assault begins after airborne infiltration. So while they waited, most of the students relaxed on board. Some steeled their nerves, others sat in silence. Aiden actually pulled a deck of cards from... wait, where did he get those? Whatever, he pulled a deck and started a game of Texas Hold 'Em, playing with others for the trinkets that came with the uniforms of the soldiers from the 1950s. Someone bet a couple cigarettes, someone else chocolate, etcetera."
6070,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=525,2014-12-08T20:46:00,Perestroikavo,"Eli grimaced as he layed into his sim pod, this time not as a marine, but a commander of a naval vessel. It was to be an unfamiliar experience for him, but he hoped that he could hold up alright. As the sim made it's usual boot up checks, Eli let out one last breath before closing his eyes. The darkness enveloped him like a blanket, and for a moment he panicked. Here he was, in this world of limbo, stuck with no way out. He thrashed about for a moment before passing out again. When he woke up, there were a few words in front of him.<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Illegal Narcotics Detected and Removed From Body.</span>It blinked a few more times, before the world grew bright, and Eli found himself suddenly in the<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://www.navsource.org/archives/01/016314b.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">bridge</a>of a massive steal leviathan. The U.S.S. Wisconsin. He breathed in the salty sea air, and dismissed a few people saluting him. Cracking a grin, he spoke.<br/><br/>""Sorry I'm late boys, I got lost on the way here!"" This elicited a few laughs from the deck crew, and an orderly brought a report to him about the status of the ship. As he looked over the armorments section, he grinned. 9 × 16-inch (406 mm)/50 cal. Mark 7 guns, 20 × 5-inch (127 mm)/38 cal. Mark 12 guns, 80 × 40 mm/56 cal. Bofors, 49 × 20 mm/70 cal. Oerlikon. The crew manifest was aweing as well, know that he was in control of 791 other cadets, all counting on him for orders. The ship rocked back and forth a bit in the waves, and once again, he laughed, glad to be here. Drawing out his telescope, he scanned the other ships mindlessly, and finally turned his attention to the shores, waiting for any sort of orders to come his way."
6071,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=525,2014-12-08T20:52:00,Brechalht,ignore
6072,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=525,2014-12-08T21:25:00,Terintania,"Volt turned his attention to a young girl came up to him. He wagged his tail at her like a puppy. ""I'm just as new here as you are, but I'm pretty sure you don't really die in simulations. It seems like they'd loose more cadets than it would be worth if you did,"" He assured her with a smile. ""Come on, we should probably hurry up."" He put his arms around her shoulders in an almost protective way. He could clearly see that she didn't want to be here. Making sure his glasses were recording properly, he asked,""Why are you here if you don't want to be? I thought everyone was volunteers.""<br/><br/>He walked in to the Invictus simulation room and his eyes widened in wonder. This place was probably cool for most people, but for someone as tech-oriented as Volt, it was basically a dream come true for him. His tail wagged even faster than before as he looked around. ""This is amazing,"" He said to no one in particular,""With a advanced simulator like this, imagine what you could do with it. You could have the awesomest video game experience ever, or you could use it for learning new skills faster than you normally would be able to,"" He seemed to be talking to himself more than actually talking to anyone else. ""Come on,"" He said to the little panda girl. He helped her in to one of the pods, before climbing in one, himself. He was thinking that it would have been smart for them to teach people how to use these things before just sending them in....Or teaching them anything at all. He knew how to use it because he knew a lot about tech, and read about a lot of tech.<br/><br/>Once inside the simulation, he looked around. He wasn't particularly comfortable due to the fact that his tail was squished in his seat, but it kept wagging non-the-less. ""Cool..."" He breathed, grinning. As cool as it was, though, he could tell it would be unpleasant to get injured in the simulation, to say the least. For now, he just sat there, admiring how real everything felt."
6073,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=525,2014-12-08T21:57:00,Vancon,"Val followed her boss down a handful of corridors post pre-battle meeting, and she was lead into the senior officer sim rooms. The large white chamber was filled with but one pod. With an exchange of words, Val learned from her CO that she was in fact to be in charge of the Leviathan Operations this time around, as a practice before the end of the year. With a salute and a wave, the lady with true power backed out of the room and left Val's presence.<br/><br/>Val took off her shoes and approached the pod. She passed her hand over the smooth surface until she reached the handle, and then Val proceeded to open it up. She slowly crawled inside and swiftly became embraced in the pod's ambiant light. A second later, it all went dark. T'was as if all light in the world suddenly left the human realm. But then it happened.<br/><br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EnonMn7mNF8&amp;index=5&amp;list=PLDA27A876968C1847"" rel=""nofollow"">Light</a>engulfed her field of view, causing the darkness to evaporate into thin air as the<a class=""postlink"" href=""https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-yMJhKbOh3c"" rel=""nofollow"">sounds</a>of machinery and victory. Red and blue lights on wall of machinery shone between cables and sailors hard at work at their stations. The Combat Information Center was ablaze with the sounds of men hard pressed to help their comrades in arms against a common foe.<br/><br/>She stepped through the chambers and both received and returned salutes. The cramped quarters of the ship were only worsened due to the sheer amount of people doing things of all shapes and sizes. Val approached the Bridge door, and took a moment to asses herself. Her uniform had been put into the SIM, so she was still wearing the same outfit from earlier. One thing was different though. She had a large Captain's hat resting on a nest of red hair<br/><br/>""Captain on deck!'' said a sailor as she entered the musky room. The early morning sun was rising in the east, as per usual, and the room was being illuminated ever so slightly.<br/><br/>""At ease. XO, status report on Task Force Hydra?''<br/><br/>''Ma'am, our vessels are cruising at regular speed and we're on route to the objective. CAS patrols say that there isn't an enemy force in sight, but our long range scouts say otherwise. The enemy has a fleet of twelve ships, but that's all the information that we have on them. Our ships are currently in a defensive posture, with the first defensive ring around the Valley Forge consisting of a cruiser, the Toldelo, at the front, and the following destroyers forming a pentagon around us: USS Black, Conway, Jenkins and Lowry. They're currently 5 knots out. The second ring, in the same placement and composition as the interior ring, consists of the other cruiser, the Bremerton. In terms of destroyers, there is the USS English, Southerland, Fletcher and Hickox. These ships are another 5 knots out, and therefore they are 10 knots out. The Wisconsin is about 3 knots behind us as well.''<br/><br/>''Good, all is well in the world. I want a status check on all vessels. Comms officer?''<br/><br/>''Ma'am!''<br/><br/>''Send a message to the fleet: All ships check in and give a short analysis as to their condition,''<br/><br/>''Yes Ma'am!''<br/><br/>The message was sent as soon as it was given, and now the Bridge of the Valley Forge awaited the reply. Val went over to her chair and sat with more grace then ever before. Her usual seat was in the cockpit of a plane, but the Captain's chair was nice. She spun on the spot but once, and then she gave another order.<br/><br/>''Tell the deck officer to prep the fighters, and I want the bomber squadron to be ready to go at the drop of a hat. We'll need to give support to the land lovers when then get boots on the ground. We'll give them a good show,'' said Val."
6074,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=525,2014-12-08T22:03:00,Corrian,"""No problem, sir"" Callandra responded back, grinning widely to Ashcroft. She liked this guy. He seemed like a cool guy. Not one of those annoying superior officers. Though but of course, she was pretty sure she'd probably come off as a lot more of a bossy person if she was in charge...So she couldn't really complain.<br/><br/>""Of course, Ashcroft. See you in the simulation"" Callandra said, smiling and slipping into one of the pods, doing all that good ole introductory stuff that you had to do for confirmation purposes and such. Just the mere sound of the pod itself made her happy and excited, as she would lie there waiting for it to do whatever it had to do. Like confirm her existence and do the body software integration and such. With that complete, she was spiraled into the simulation world..<br/><br/>And once that was done, she found herself on one of Leviathan's carriers, because they were set to take off from one of the carriers for the mission today. She put her arms out for a moment, feeling the sweet sea breeze against her face, when her brief moment of bliss before the war was interrupted by Jason apparently having a freak out moment. Again with the partial parts of people causing issues, and it looked like here he was having issues with being a cat of sorts. So she decided to come over to him, but by the time she did, he was already headed over to his plane.<br/><br/>""It's amazing how much splicing yourself makes you into the animals themselves"" Callandra commented casually to Jason at his freak out moment, finding it slightly amusing but not really showing it because she was supposed to be in more serious mode right now. She wanted to continue the teasing of him related to his fear of water, but knew now was not the type. ""I believe that you said you wanted to speak to me before we began, Colonel Reed?"" She asked, getting into professional and serious mode immediately. It did tend to feel a little weird talking to the person you were used to referring to by their first name by their rank and last name all of a sudden, but it was easy enough to get used to for her.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Kylie</span><br/>Kylie realized that he was a partial like herself, as she saw his tail began to wag like a happy little dog. It was kinda cute, really, just like how puppies were super cute when they were wagging their tails so much when they were really happy. She was relieved at his answer to her question, even though that was the answer that she had anticipated him to say, because it did seem rather silly to her that they would have everyone actually die in the simulations, despite the term ""Survival of the fittest"" could be used in such a place as this Academy. When he put his arms around her shoulders, she looked a bit surprised, and almost pulled away out of surprise, but ended up staying in place. While she was clearly still scared, nervous, and worried, she did loosen up when did that, because she felt like he was being really nice. She even cracked a little smile at his friendly gesture, because she could tell by his next question and the way he was acting that he knew she felt uncomfortable about this whole place.<br/><br/>Her eyes darted around for a moment like she wasn't sure if she should say anything, but in the end felt she had nothing to lose. ""Not everyone. My parents made me start training since I was 10 so I could go here, because they wanted me to. I don't know why. I think they were hoping for the family name to get recognized with me here, or maybe they just wanted to get rid of me. All I know is I'm so scared"" Her ears went back on her head, and tears started stinging her eyes out of fear. ""I'm not cut out to be a soldier"" She said sadly, choking back a sob, not wanting to cry in front of everyone. That would be really embarrassing, especially for your first day. She didn't want to come off as completely weak in front of, what, 50,000 people? Talk about being at the bottom end of a joke for the rest of the year, crying on your first day...<br/><br/>He helped lead her to the simulation room, which, even she had to admit was quite impressive looking with its large scale. However, she had no idea what she was supposed to do with the pods, having no past experience with them in any way. But before she could even voice her cluelessness on what to do, after Volt spoke to himself in amazement at the place, he ended up telling her to come with him and he showed her how to work the pods, and then helped her into one. She smiled warmly at the nice boy, and said ""Thank you so much"", then pulled down the pod lid, closing it around her.<br/><br/>Once in the pod, a voice came alive around her, startling her. It asked her some questions, to which she answered each and every one of them to the best of her abilities. It seemed to be happy with her answers, and with that, she was whisked away into simulation land, which felt really weird and disorienting to her for the first time, and as if to make things even more disorienting, suddenly she had appeared into a loud, noisy plane. And what made her guess it was a plane was the sudden turbulence. She didn't know why they were in a plane, but seeing the things around her, it didn't take long for her to guess..<br/><br/>""Oh God"" Was the only words that escaped the girls mouth, a clear look of fear spread across her face at the realization of what they were probably about to do."
6075,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=525,2014-12-08T22:30:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Johannes ""Jakt Räv"" Sundberg</span></span></div><br/>Eager to start the simulation, Johan marched forth with confidence and pomp, almost sure that he would make this first exercise without any big problems. He trained hard for this, and he was going to get through. Treating this as a goal, he began humming the tune of a patriotic Swedish song written during the Famine in the older years. The song alone made him feel perky even though he was venturing into something he had never even seen or heard of before. This was the very first time he would be fighting for real. No stupid sack soldiers that don't even have the sufficient intellect to defend themselves.<br/><br/>Again, Johan wondered when he would get a tank. At this point, he no longer minded whether or not he would have a tank or not. But he really wanted one, and would probably give 200% if he got what he wanted. Of course, he'd still do his best without it, but all he meant was, he'd be more comfortable in a steel coffin than in the mud. At this thought, Johan laughed, getting him strange glances from other cadets. That was perfectly fine. At least now they knew that Johannes Sundberg wasn't afraid of no dumb simulation. No matter how cool it sounded. He looked even more amazed and excited upon entering the VR Chamber. The young fox spliced freshman stood still for a moment to marvel at the designs in the room. It was better than he had ever expected. Using that strange device he'd been given, Johan hurriedly searched for his assigned VR pod and got ready to get inside. It asked himif he was really part of the First Korean War Simulation, then advised him to remember his auto-eject. Johan guessed that remembering that would mean the difference betwen life and death... Maybe.<br/><br/>Johan was probably the only one grinning as he was transported into the program. Sitting in the Skytrain, Johan was tapping both of his feet against the floor, but one other kid who looked nervous nudged him with an elbow and told him to stop. So he did. Nonetheless, he was still pumped. Pumped. Pumped. Pumped. The Skytrain's engines were noisy, but they were fine. They sort of reminded him of a tank's engine.<br/><br/>""Här går jag, pappa! Detta är för dig!"" he said softly, closing his eyes."
6076,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=525,2014-12-08T23:04:00,Icrum,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Elizabeth 'Lizzy' Wellington</span></span><br/>Lizzy waited outside her assigned pod, not knowing what to expect. She had seen her other teammates step in, but she waited to be last so she can take off her hat because she never layer down with it on. Even sleeping at school. After she removed her hat and shoved it in her pocket, she then stepped into the pod. Then a voice began to speak.<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Body-software integration complete. Welcome to ARIES: Private Wellington. You are scheduled for: The First Korean War; Operation Chromite. Is this correct?...Thank You for your confirmation... Remember to always check your auto-eject before accepting the final synchronization. Thank you for using Aries and as always,<br/><br/>Welcome to the Program &amp; Have a Happy Conflict!</blockquote><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Wait. Did it just say have a happy conflict?</span>Lizzy asked herself as she closed her eyes. She then opened her eyes to see you that she was in a plane's hold. She looked at the other recruits that were sitting and waiting to drop. She then took some time to go over her gear.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Rudi Pataki</span></span><br/>""Alright men, I want you to keep an eye on the skies. I don't want some commie bastard torpedo bombing us!"" Rudi said over his ship's intercom system. He was in charge of the<span style=""font-style: italic"">USS Toledo</span>, a Baltimore-Class Heavy Cruiser. He then adjusted his old British officer coat's sleeves,<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/3gFUqjN.jpg""/></div></div></div>as they began to bunch up around his wrists. He began to wear it whenever he had command of something when he found it last year in Tonogami's closet in the employee's lounge. Tonogami said he got it from someone named Wellington that owned the coat. Apparently, Mr. Wellington's family owned it since the 1800's. After fixing his wrists, Rudi looked out at the sea. He could smell the smell of the diesel that was powering his ship. He always loved the smell of diesel. He then grabbed his binoculars and looke around at the naval force he was part of. Currently, he could only see a battleship and carrier. He then sat in a chair and let the ocean waves drift him to sleep as he waited for anything to happen."
6077,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=525,2014-12-08T23:24:00,Isle of Lithonia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Corrian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22733178#p22733178"">wrote</a>:</cite>And once that was done, she found herself on one of Leviathan's carriers, because they were set to take off from one of the carriers for the mission today. She put her arms out for a moment, feeling the sweet sea breeze against her face, when her brief moment of bliss before the war was interrupted by Jason apparently having a freak out moment. Again with the partial parts of people causing issues, and it looked like here he was having issues with being a cat of sorts. So she decided to come over to him, but by the time she did, he was already headed over to his plane.<br/><br/>""It's amazing how much splicing yourself makes you into the animals themselves"" Callandra commented casually to Jason at his freak out moment, finding it slightly amusing but not really showing it because she was supposed to be in more serious mode right now. She wanted to continue the teasing of him related to his fear of water, but knew now was not the type. ""I believe that you said you wanted to speak to me before we began, Colonel Reed?"" She asked, getting into professional and serious mode immediately. It did tend to feel a little weird talking to the person you were used to referring to by their first name by their rank and last name all of a sudden, but it was easy enough to get used to for her.<br/></div></blockquote><br/>Hearing Callandra's voice brought him fully back to the world of the sane. He looked back to the girl, and let out a sigh, his professionalism returning. ""Apparently you saw that. I apologize for my lack of professionalism there. I really shouldn't let the splicing get to me in that manner, not when the lives of many are in my hands.""<br/><br/>He shook himself a bit, loosening the tension within. He looked back at Cal, his face impassive. ""Yes, I had wanted to speak to you. When we get out there, I am relying on you to watch my back. I understand that you know that, however, I need you to realize just how important this is. I am the CO of this whole damn league in this simulation. If I am shot down, we may just be fucked. And I need you to bear that in mind while we are out there. I'm not saying this as if I'm something in myself, nor that you are some peon that should gladly throw her life away to protect my ass. However, I do expect you, for the sake of Aer Vis and the success of our mission, to protect me while we are out there, and to listen to all the orders given by me. And if I am shot down, I expect you to rule the sky for the both of us. Understood, Corporal?""<br/><br/>Obviously, he was still flustered from the water (note his language). However, he did not have the intention of coming off as an arrogant prick, and he hoped that Cal would understand that.<br/><br/>While he waited for her reply, he headed with her to look at the planes, which were now swarming with men getting them ready for the coming battle.<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/9/97/F9F-5_VF-111_CVA-39_1953.jpeg"" rel=""nofollow"">They</a>were quite beautiful, for being Navy planes anyway. Overall, he was pleased with what he saw.<br/><br/>He called the squadron commanders to himself, and gave them orders to keep the pilots ready to scramble. They acknowledged, and headed off to their respective groups. Meanwhile, the Colonel got his flight together, and gave them a quick rundown on their plan of action. It was basically the same as POE had given earlier, to gain air superiority in the skies above Inchon, and provide aerial support for Invictus' landing force. Nevertheless, he needed to make certain everyone was on the same page.<br/><br/>And there he and his flight stood on the decks of the massive carrier, waiting for the Admiral's call to launch."
6078,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=525,2014-12-09T00:09:00,Terintania,"Seth made his way to the Leviathan simulation room, and over to one of the pods. He climbed in and went through the usual process to get started, before closing his eyes. When he opened them again, he was on the bridge of his ship, the USS English. It felt good to be back at the helm again, so to speak. ""Crew. Status report,"" He said to the others around him.<br/><br/>""Everything looks good,"" Someone replied, and he nodded.<br/><br/>""Sir, The flag is asking us to check in,"" His comm officer said,""And wants a report on our condition.""<br/>It was clear that this was her first mission as a Leviathan Cadet.<br/><br/>""So check in and give a report,"" Seth said, inwardly exasperate. It wasn't that hard to figure out that that was what she should do, was it? She gave him a messy salute and did as she was told.<br/>""Hold formation, and remain alert. Ready the AA guns. We need to be ready for attacks from the air,"" Seth said, sitting in his chair. He made a rather imposing figure, sitting in the ship's command chair, one eye covered by an eye patch. His hands, clad in black leather gloves, gripped the armrests as his one good, blood-red, slitted eye watched his crew work, eyeing everything. Everything needed to work smoothly. He couldn't fail this, and he would do what it took to make sure his crew did what had to be done."
6079,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=525,2014-12-09T07:35:00,Republic of Hasgriu,"Daniel heard Ashcroft tell him about his new role as he finished configuring his NetSet and climbed into his pod. The change of aircraft was slightly surprising. ""Did I really impress him back then?"", Daniel wondered as the simulation loaded. ""I wonder why he would go through the trouble if it was to be otherwise. At least he has a good first impression of me. Better not mess this up."" Several notifications immediately popped up in front of him. ""Auto-eject, check, Korean War simulation, check, Aer Vis, check, Daniel Khoo? Check. Ready to go.""<br/><br/>As the steel frame of the B-29 Superfortress came into view, Daniel found himself seated on the bombardier's seat at the very front. He checked his table and instrument panel. Everything was functioning correctly. Good. He then responded to Ashcroft. ""I am perfectly fine, sir. Nothing to report. I look forward to flying with you."" I also pray that this bombing run won't crash and burn."
6080,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=525,2014-12-09T10:27:00,Fesconia,"<div align=""Center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Sycona Mattix</span></div><br/><br/>As she got up from her seat after the briefing had finished and began to head towards the sim rooms, following everyone else, she wondered about what had just been said. So they were going to be in the Korean War. She didn't know much about it, but enough to be able to understand the type of battle they were about to fight. What striked her as most surprising was the fact that the average casualty rate for their side was 11,000. The league of Invictus had 18,000 itself. Even adding on the other leagues' soldiers, 11,000 was a massive number. Perhaps it was because of the fact that it was the first battle of the year, and there were many inexperienced new cadets just like her. Or maybe the strategy was just faulty. It had worked for the United Nations back then when it had been for real, but they had had experienced soldiers, not new and untrained cadets like a lot of them.<br/><br/>Sycons finally arrived at her designated area, and looked around her, not sure what she was supposed to do next. Watching some of the older students getting into the box, she figured that was what she was supposed to do as well, and she got into the box-like structure as well, closing the lid above her. Once inside, a voice asked her a few questions and she answered them to what she assumed were the right answers. After having done so, she felt a change in environment. Sycona opened her eyes to see that she was know on a plane along with other cadets. It was not until that instant that the full meaning of her situation kicked in, and she began feeling nervous. They were going to parachute off the aircraft into hostile territory below. She reminded herself it was just a simulation, but the fact that this wasn't real didn't prevent her from feeling slightly afraid and reluctant, though she would never admit it if someone asked. She gazed away from the back of the aircraft and waited for their time to come. She wanted it to start already, anxious of this being her first battle."
6081,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=525,2014-12-09T11:21:00,Corrian,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Callandra</span><br/>""It's fine. We all have our fears"" Callandra told him, which was pretty much true. While she considered herself to not be a terribly fearful person, even she had her own fears. Anyone who called themselves fearless were full of shit in her mind. ""Just some have more than others"" She said, clearly not bothered him him apparently having a bit of an issue for a moment, though she couldn't help but think that this whole partial thing was weird still, since that made him have that fear.<br/><br/>Thankfully, she wasn't the type to break under pressure, otherwise everyone making sure repeatedly that she was certain that she knew that she needed to watch their backs would probably make her slip up due to all the pressure of being told that again and again. But she had gotten used to it, and barely had any issues with it in the first place. And while it was all a bit heavy handed with everything he just said, she was quite satisfied. He trusted her to be in charge if he got shot down, after all, and he hadn't even seen her in action yet. She smiled, nodded her head, and showed that she understood fully. A few thoughts raced through her mind real quick, but not for long before she moved on to something else, knowing that was more risky than worth it.<br/><br/>""I understand very much, sir"" Callandra said seriously, showing no hints of thinking otherwise. ""Whatever you command, I shall do. No reckless stunts from me, unless ordered to do so. The mission is my priority, and what you tell me to do. Nothing else"" She continued, fully in professional, serious mode now. ""My eyes shall always be watching your ass and the skies around you"" She mentally chuckled at how that line sounded. ""I swear on my life"" She said, but then broke a bit from her serious moment, because she doubted that he would really care. If he did, she'd stick to being serious. ""Okay, maybe all of that I just said was a little heavy handed, but you get my point I hope"" She smiled only lightly.<br/><br/>""Hot damn, they are beautiful"" Callandra said, her mouth falling open at the sight of the planes. She wanted to touch one of them, to run her hand down the side of it while admiring it, but stayed where she was for the moment. ""Man, I always get this feeling of man, or in my case, woman and machine when I see these things. I feel...connected to the plane, if that makes sense. I know it sounds cheesy, but I love the feeling I get when I'm near these planes, and when I'm in them. God I missed this"" She looked on at the planes admiringly. It had been quite a while since she got to truly fly one of these, having been in that accident and all, which had disabled her for so long. Likely longer than it had been since any of the rest of these people had flown. This was gonna be a fun day, and she understood everything being told to them about the mission plan quite well.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Kylie</span><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Okay Kylie. You can do this. You can do this. Stay calm, stay calm, you can do this. It's just a plane, and it's only probably like 10,000 feet of falling</span>Kylie that to herself, but as soon as she though that last part, she started panicking again, and it seemed like the girl in one of the Invictus planes right at this moment was going to have a panic attack right here. While a lot of the others, while maybe nervous, seemed more professional and ready, because they wanted to be here, and even though this was probably unexpected for them, were prepared for some crazy stuff, this girl here had backed away from the back of the plane, breathing heavily and sounding like she was going to go into a panic and faint. She really didn't it in, and it was quite obvious that she hadn't expected this, or knew how to handle it. She expected some crazy stuff, but nothing could actually prepare her for facing these said things for real. Training or not, what could prepare you for jumping out of the back of a plane with no experience or preparation? And with the nature of her personality, especially her level of fears, that just made it all the worse.<br/><br/>""I'm not cut out for this"" Kylie said out loud to herself in a very fearful voice, breathing steadily but heavily to try and calm herself again.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Come on Kylie, relax. Relax before you make too much of a fool of yourself and the jokes spread like wildfire about you and your cowardice. You'll be okay girl. You will...</span>As much as she told herself to calm down, it did little to truly calm her down, though she seemed to be ever so slowly beginning to get it under control on some level."
6082,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=525,2014-12-09T11:58:00,Perestroikavo,"Eli glassed over small areas of foliage before his Communications Officer grabbed his attention. ""Sir, the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Valley Forge</span>wants a check in report. Eli didn't very well know much about commanding a ship, and dismissed him, saying, ""Alright then, would you please tell them that everthing is fine?"" A quick affirmation and the teen was talking into the radio again. Quickly taking up his spyglass again, Eli looked at the fleet's various positions, a strong defensive posture currently. There would be trouble if the Communist forces hit the vanguard, because it would take time for the rest of the firepower to reach firing areas. He had a bit of a sour taste in his mouth, stemming from the fact that he didn't much care for his CO Valerie due to her exploits in the air, and that snake-boy-thing in command of the<span style=""font-style: italic"">English</span>. Eli shuddered at the memory of having to talk with him last year. Rudi, however, was a different story. He was quite the dashing lad, even wearing that damn British coat of his when in command. Eli wished that he was brave enough to bear command's wrath, but instead dressed in the usual green Leviathon uniform.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">You have this Eli. You run a drug ring back in the real world, what's commanding a battleship around in a simulator to that.</span>Hitting his head on a wall hard, he remembered just how real these felt. ""Son of a bitch!"", came a cry from below. Eli looked down onto the deck to find that one of the crewman had dropped a shell for a 16-inch gun, and it was laying on another crewman's leg, bone jutting out. Swearing up and down the bridge, he looked at the comms officer. ""Report that we have 1 wounded in an accident aboard, broken leg."" With a simple nod, he started transmitting while Eli looked wistfully out across the ocean. It was like a large, blue giant, all encompassing, yet benevolent. The sting of tears bit his eyes for a moment as he remembered his mother, and how he would have liked to see the ocean with her. Below, some massive animal swam under the ship, and Eli took in the entire scene as medical officers carried the wounded boy off, and the shell was transported inside one of the massive turrets.<br/><br/>Wiping his eyes, he took a seat in the captain's chair, and felt the rumble of the engines under him, propelling this massive hulk through the high seas. What really amazed Eli though, was how there was thousands of recruits here, all flocking for a chance to be forged into glorious heroes inside the crucible of battle, even if it was only but a sim. Eli remembered at one point when he was one of these people, wanting to be the hero of every battle, single-handedly taking down squads of enemies, just like in those video games he occasionally played. Now, he just wanted to keep those around him alive, and nothing else. Eli looked to his first mate. ""Come get me if command needs anything, I'll be up in the crow's nest."" He lit a cigar and began climbing the rungs, eventually reaching the high point of the ship. He lit up a cigar, and exhaled ever so slowly, savoring one of the few he would have for what could be as long as a month. The seas were his to wrest control of, and this vessel his instrument to do it."
6083,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=550,2014-12-09T15:00:00,TriStates,"<span style=""font-style: italic""><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Life is a Song</span></div></span><br/><br/>In the beginning there is mystery, in the end there is confirmation, but it's in the middle where all the emotion resides to make the whole thing worthwhile. Its in this middle, this twilight between extremes, that the Cosmic Maestro rules supreme. His current dictates: That<a class=""postlink"" href=""https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uMFHoDcT__I"" rel=""nofollow"">Peace’s</a>concerto was at a close. The orchestra of<a class=""postlink"" href=""https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1OnIAAdtLlc"" rel=""nofollow"">War</a>now had the floor.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><div align=""center"">And what a number it would be.</div></span><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cast:</span>FLD MRSCH Joshua Fisk, COL. Saito Tsukuda, LT. Varsonyn ""Alphabet"", SGT. MAJ. Jessica O'Flattery, Staff SGT. Jose Matranga, 1st SGT. Corrie Mackay<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Setting:</span>5,000 Feet Above Incheon, ETA 10 minutes till Zero-Hour Drop<br/><br/>The muffled, but steady thrum of the propeller planes dual engines acted as a backdrop for the cacophony of humanity packed inside the machines. The flat tapping of boot and weapon butts on the planes thin aluminium floor.The dull, metallic clinking of loose pack items melded with the smooth sounding<span style=""font-style: italic"">snicks</span>of magazines being locked and gun actions being cocked. Excited, rapid breathing mixed with calm, slow exhales. Hacking coughs and stifled sneezes, sounded side by side with lowly muttered prayers and curses.<br/><br/>This was the ambiance Colonel Saito ""White Knight"" Tsukuda found himself in. Squeezed between two cadets, he was made all the more cramped, as his throbbing wings could testify to. Packs, parachute and the planes hard metal sides did not make a fun experiance for the avian spliced Japanese teen. He only hoped that such continued stress on his grafted appendages wouldn't cause an old familiar pain to flare along his back. He did not need to have a muscular seizure in front of these already nervous cadets. While the episode itself would not be fun for him, not at all, he knew that such a event might be the first snap of the last straw for some of these kids. He had enough problems to anticipate without causing Pysch-head cases in the first drop.<br/><br/>Examining the still darkened interior, bathed only in the glow of the red jump light, he could make out a few familiar faces. Leuitenant ""Alphabet"" Varsonyn, Saito's second in command and self-proclaimed pirate, was at the planes rear. He would be tasked with acting as this platoons jump master. When the time came and the light flared green, he would be the one walking, helping, pushing or tossing cadets out of the aircraft. Whichever action was neccesary to get them out, and onto the ground below. As their eyes met, a simple nod was exchanged.<br/><br/>Fun time was over. Each knew their duty, and each would carry it out. Whatever it takes.<br/><br/>Jessica ""Oddball"" O'Flattery, tanker and Sergeant Major, sat directly across from him. Going over her M3 Grease Gun with care, she looked to be deep in thought as she flew through her fourth time checking the specifics of the gun. She caught his eye looking at her, as she fiddled with the guns magazine. Giving her superior a 1000 watt smile, she made a circle with her thumb and fore-finger, throwing him an A-O.K. Saito couldn't help return his subordinates enthusiasm with a grin of his own. Boundless and forever free. Two perfect words that described the red-headed 18 year old Irish girl.<br/><br/><br/>Sergeants Corrie ""High Tower"" Mackay, and Jose ""Holy Man"" Matranga, both tankers by circumstance but Invictus by choice, were spaced out on either sides of Jessica.<br/><br/>The Scottish sniper seemed very cool and at easy, not that unlike Saito himself. While<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://abbotsfordtoday.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/sleight-of-hand.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">absently playing around with a stack of cards,</a>he would flash sympathetic smiles to the freshmen cadets, striking up conversations. Naturally, the only distressed ones he bothered talking to were girls. Coincidence? Not if you knew the man.<br/><br/>""Oh, what have were here? Oooh, its alright now. Aww..theres no reason to cry lassie. Look 'ere now, whats ye're name?... A pleasure to make your aquantince, miss. 1st Sergeant Mackay at your service. But I'm nae been one for t'formalities, so you can just call me Corrie, alright? Oooh, chin up there now. No tears, no tears. Everything is going to be fine, I guarentee it!... Hey, I wouldn't be too right in guessing this is your first go, would it? It is!? Well this calls for a celebration then!...""<br/><br/>Similarly, the Hispanic tanker was also in the midst of palaver with the nervous looking freshmen. Only instead of cards, he held a<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://g.christianbook.com/g/product/0/00318x.gif"" rel=""nofollow"">small brown book</a>between his hands. Even in the dark, the silver metallic cross that centered on the cover shown brightly across the room. Gesturing with a free hand as he spoke, occasionally pointing an index finger into the book, and then back at a particular cadet, his tone of voice never deviated from a soft, soothing baritone. His words acted like a fuzzy blanket, wrapping you in tones that bespoke safety and security.<br/><br/>""Relax now,<span style=""font-style: italic"">mi hermanos y mi hermanas.</span>.. Clear your mind. And reflect on this meditation:<br/><br/>Imagine yourself on your favorite stretch of road. Look back along the road, as if it represents your life so far. You have traveled this road all your life to get to where you are standing right now, yes? What obstacles, and temptations, to your faith have you encountered? Which ones have you stumbled over, and which ones have you overcomed? This is what we all must ask ourselves, every day, if we seek to reach a better understanding of where we are going, and where we have come from, amen?...""<br/><br/>Both had their rough-spots. But personalities in Invictus were like moss. Stick around long enough, and for better or for worse, they grew on you.<br/><br/>Sudden movement in the front of the plane caught Saito's attention. It was Joshua. The Field Marshal had managed to stand up amid the bumping turbulence the plane was picking up on. Considering the time before departure was fast approaching, this was going to be the last time to spread around words that needed to be said. Being the most senior in rank, Fisk would be the one to start off. That meant Saito was playing showman.<br/><br/>""Alright!,"" stated the Japanese officer in a loud, clear command. ""Stow the words, ears open and eyes on Chaos. Let the Old Man kick it!""<br/><br/>Nodding in the direction of his XO apperciativly, Joshua Fisk steadied himself in the buffeting plane by grabbing a hold of the center beam that ran the length of the aircraft. In true Chaos style, the Field Marshal bestowed a large, wide grin to all those present as he began. As he was fond of saying, when life came at you hard, you either laughed or you cried. And in his opinon, tears just weren't manely. Those that had served with Fisk before couldn't help but start smiling ear to ear. They knew what was coming next would be a very needed booster shoot to morale<br/><br/>""Everyone else good to go?"" began the Field Marshal.<br/><br/>A semi-cheerful chorus of 'Ooh-Rah' greeted him. You'd have thought a funeral wake was in progress.<br/><br/>""God damn that was beautiful! You guys are inspiring you know that?"" smiling as he said the sarcasm. Taking off his helmet suddenly, Joshua rustled his hands within the metal steelpot for a moment, before taking his hand out, and waving it triumphantly in the air. A thick piece of paper was held in it. Putting his helmet back on, he then kneeled momentarily, reaching into his booth. Out came a pair of eyeglasses, the lenses looking hilariously thick. Putting them on, Joshua then took some time trying to get the paper close or far away enough for the words to be readable. ""Good to go then.""<br/><br/>""Alright, hey I know we're all fuckin' hot, cramped and tired. We wanna go home. So Imma make this real quick, down and dirty alright?... Okay, lets start with the serious business: Urine Analysis...We got a Academy-wide Urine Analysis coming, right around the corner. So your gonna need put that on your schedules. Gonna need to hydrate and piss 15 minutes prior, alright? Eureka says were all fuckin' adults here. And we<span style=""font-style: italic"">all know</span>what happened last night. No sense in parading that fact in front of the Admin's, mkay? A happy Field Marshal is one thats<span style=""font-weight: bold"">not</span>processing bails for you all. If you all still wanna go to Aquaries & Emerald Cove come spring, ladies and gentlemen, and see all those beach babes and models, best not make the League broke, mkay?""<br/><br/>A chorus of light chuckling and 'Ooh-rahs' rattled through the plane.<br/><br/>""Right then. Bare with me here ladies and gents, fuckin' don't shoot the messanger, this is coming down from on high alright?"" Putting up his hands in mock surrender, he continued. ""<br/><br/>""Alright.. alright.. what do we start with.. basics? Okay, I want to first, re-iterate the SAT, we got a lotta moving parts going on, so try and keep up. Alright, good to go:<br/><br/>Okay, STAG's been doing this for.. fuckin'.. 30-X years right? We all know what needs to happen. We need us a fuckin' no-shit roster for this dog and pony show. I need one fuckin' body to lock that shit on. Once thats complete, fuckin' run it up the chain of command. Good to go?... Hey are we writing this shit down? No? Okay then, good to go... Alright, this is what I need. I need you guys to stay motivated, fuckin' police your own. Don't be fuckin' nasty. We're gonna be squeaky clean just like fuckin' Leviathan, alright? Hey, I'm not gonna treat you like children. We're all fuckin' adults here. We're all fuckin' soldiers. We've all fuckin' professionals, right? Good to go.""<br/><br/>Gesturing as he talked, his face a series of mock serious experessions as he played for laughs among the Cadets, Josh continued.<br/><br/>""Basic's cadets: Fuckin' crawl, walk, run. Right? I don't wanna see you, walkin' around our FOB, swaggering and talkin' all this high-speed trash like your Mr. Goddamn Hard-core Defion Recon, mkay? Today, we establish our base line. 'Every Cadets a rifleman.' Don't get fuckin' wrapped around the axel, trying to be special, and think outside the box, or you'll goddamn set yourself up for failure... Alright, next: Like Holy Man likes to remind everyone, 'You are your fuckin' brothers keeper.' Alright? So if you see a Cadet out there in-sim, lookin' fuckin' lost in the sauce, you need to stand-to and walk that dog face on, good to go?""<br/><br/>A hardier 'Ooh-Rah' greeted this. A majority of the 50 some individuals in the plane were smiling or grinning now, enthusiasim spreading like a positivity plauge.<br/><br/>""Now.. Safety. Safety's fuckin' paramount ladies and gents. Every Cadet's a Safety Officer, right? We're out here to get some no-shit training. So you need to<span style=""font-weight: bold"">maintain</span>postive mental additude. Remember: False motivation is..?""<br/><br/>""Better than no motivation at all!"" shouted back the rest of the cabin.<br/><br/>""Fuckin' A,"" retorted Joshua. ""Hey last thing here, Cadets.<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Supplies Accountability</span>. Don't leave your fuckin' stuff unattended. This ain't a limitless fuckin' gear garden shit.""<br/><br/>Having made his way toward the center of the craft, Joshua put a hand on Jessica's shoulder, causing the senior noncom to raise an eyebrow at him.<br/><br/>""Take a look to the cadet to the left, and right of you,"" stated Fisk, managing to keep his face straight as he continued, ""cause they're a good fuckin' piece of gear! You trackin'?""<br/><br/>In the explosion of laughter that followed, Fisk managed to get out of way of the sweeping Sergeants fist. He continued on as if nothing was amiss.<br/><br/>""Okay.. Hey, this ain't my first rodeo. We're all gonna get complacent out here. I've seen it happen. Fuckin'... we need to stay squared away, police our area, and make sure we're passin' word. Or I will micro-manage the shit outta you! Now I've sometimes seen Cadets out here not triple-checking their weapons.<span style=""font-style: italic"">FUCK NO!</span>Fuck no, Cadets! NCO's, better square that shit away and outta my sight, good to go? Again Cadets, don't be fuckin' walkin' around with your hands in your pockets, like your back on the block. Fuckin' eatin' chow and jerkin' off in your racks, like a bunch of nasties. And for fuck's sake, wear your goddamn glow belts! Otherwise my pro's and con's are gonna fuckin' reflect...""<br/><br/>A moment of silence proceed the last joke, the laughter disapating as Fisk's posture attained a military bearing.<br/><br/>""But seriously. We all volunteered for this. We all signed the papers. We all wanna be a part of this fuckin' gun club right? Good. So do the right thing, when nobodies watching. Alright... Oh, and before I forget.. Its come to my attention that some Cadets wanna smoke spice. But you don't fuckin' rate! If I can't smoke spice, than you can't smoke spice. Good to go?""<br/><br/>A final, laughing ""OOH-RAH!"" echoed through the plane. As soon as it ended, the Invictus cadet piloting the C-47 poked his head out into the hallway.<br/><br/>""Final Destination in 10 minutes. Get racked and stacked, cause we'll have 5 minutes to get you all out-""<br/><br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qFhM1XZsh6o"" rel=""nofollow"">The</a>time of waiting was waning, as a sudden explosion drowned out the rest of the pilots words.<br/><br/>""ALRIGHT! YOU HEARD THE MAN! Rack you lines, and stack!"" bellowed Saito Tsukuda as he stood and preparred himself, leading by example.<br/><br/>""Jump master? Whats the weather-like?"" inquired the local smart-ass Staff Sergeant Albritch.<br/><br/>Throwing open the aircrafts sliding door, Leuitenant Varsonyn peered out the plane, as the sounds of thrumming engines and explosions intensified.<br/><br/>""Well.. looks like we got a Northern flak front incoming, with a high chance FUBAR!"" declared the blonde Russian. Pulling his face back inside the plane, he smiled at the Staff Sergeant. ""Just the way I like it!""<br/><br/>The once quiet and clear sky, was loud and smudged. Explosions in the air were followed by puffs of black smoke, as North Korean anti-aircraft guns opened fire on the arriving Invictus League. Above this, the first rays of the morning sun painted the sky red as rage, as the<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://resource.mmgn.com/Gallery/full/Medal-of-Honor-Airborne-3.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">shrieking cries of machine and man echoed across the simulated sky</a>."
6084,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=550,2014-12-09T18:57:00,Corrian,"Normally the author would do some big ass post in relation to every little detail of the speech and their characters inner thoughts on it, but alas, this was Kylie, and most of what was being said only partially processed through her brain, and at that, there was almost no laughter from her, or getting all pumped up and excited, coming from her throughout the entire speech. She was the odd one out who clearly didn't get into it all in high spirits, and instead of excitement and smiles, she was all frowns and fear. Her inner thoughts/mannerisms on the matter consisted of something along the lines of, this guy swore a lot, something related to her muttering to herself about not having volunteered for this, and various things about other stuff that got more eyebrow raises from her than actual military-like responses, or smiles, or excitement. And in a sense, she was glad to see that she wasn't the only one having a bit of a freak out moment, and she had to wonder if said person was forced into this just like herself.<br/><br/>There was one thing that she did pay more attention to however, which was when he told them to look at the Cadet on their left, and on their right. Left was some random Cadet she didn't know, but to her right she saw Volt. While she didn't know him well, all he had done so far is show her nothing but kindness. He seemed concerned about her, and caring when she told him that she hadn't chose to be here. Then he had helped her to the pods and with the pods themselves. Out of everyone here so far that she had briefly met, he stood out, and when she glanced his way when Fisk told them to look to the Cadet's beside them, this was the only time that she had probably cracked a smile since she had arrived to the Academy, although it was short lived.<br/><br/>While all of this speech went down, she actually geared up, since she hadn't immediately done so. She briefly muttered to herself about how heavy it was, but at the same time, her panda strength made her tolerate it more than she might if she hadn't been a partial. But still, the heavy gear would take some getting used to. She obsessively made sure over and over again that she knew how to work the parachute, afraid that she would fail at it and end up killing herself immediately, and even as things got nearer and nearer, she wasn't confident.<br/><br/>And then things began to really get serious. The man up in front said that the final destination was in 10 minutes, which pretty much told her that she had 10 minutes left before she had a heart attack. Not only that, but him informing them had been cut off by an explosion, which made her let out a loud gasp from the sound, and probably a bit of the force of the shockwave from said explosion. Now things were really serious, and she and the others were being shot at before they even got out of their respective planes. Hesitantly, but quickly at the same time, she got up and into the lines as ordered, her heart skipping a beat when the aircraft's sliding doors were flung open, and more explosions went off around them. At this, she let out a long groan whine of fear, and probably through almost all of this, her eyes were watery. ""Here goes nothing...."" She breathed out heavily, a crushing weight feeling in her chest making it hard for her to breath or speak properly at the moment."
6085,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=550,2014-12-09T20:13:00,Rob Halfordia,"Ryan (whom it was decided is now on Invictus) lined up, and slung his M1919A6 over his back. He had wrapped a cloth around the front of the barrel to allow his to hold it. He smiled as he took in a large sniff, ""Gotta love the smell of flak in the morning."", he said, unphased by the explosions. He was used to it by this point, and the freshmen would likely get used to it as well, given a year.<br/><br/>(Sorry about the lack of fluff. I'm at a party right now.)"
6086,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=550,2014-12-09T20:20:00,The GAmeTopians,"Carolin stod at attention and made a silent check of her equipment. A bolt-action rifle, a revolver, a knife, a bayonet, and some supplies. She shrugged, and looked to her sides. She didn't know either of them."
6087,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=550,2014-12-09T20:56:00,Terintania,"Volt looked over at the little panda girl, seeing that she appeared to be very nervous. ""It's alright,"" He said reassuringly to her, since he was sitting next to her. ""This isn't real. It feels real, but you won't really die here. Just hold on to that,"" He wasn't sure if that was helpful, but it was the best he had. When the speech was made, he just sat there looking perky, even though he didn't understand half of what was being said. It really did seem stupid of them to throw people in to this without giving them any training first. Like, what the heck did 'rack your lines, and stack' mean? He just followed everyone else's examples, and took the little panda girl's hand. ""I would jump with you, but I don't think they'd let me,"" He said.<br/><br/>He acted excited about this whole thing, himself. His tail was wagging, as always. Inside he was a little nervous, but he also knew that as much as it would suck to die, it would be stupid for you to actually die in a simulation, or else they would loose way more Cadets than would probably be worth it."
6088,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=550,2014-12-09T21:27:00,Corrian,"Kylie nodded to what Volt said, trying to feel reassured and comforted by it, but it was hard. Sure it wasn't real, but like he said, it felt really real. And she had the distinct feeling that the pain you would get in here would feel real as well. And not real or not, there was still her fear of flying and fear of heights...And she was in a plane and about ready to jump out of the back of it. Those two didn't exactly go well together. However, his words seemed to comfort her a little.<br/><br/>However, when Volt took her hand, she had a bit of a look of surprise at first, then blushed a little, not used to people holding her hand, even from her parents much when she was younger. Yet alone people who were friends of hers. She didn't seem to mind, though, and actually appeared to relax at the added comfort. Though the downside for Volt was that, relaxed more or not, she did end up holding his hand back rather firmly, due to being nervous and uneasy. She tried not to hold too tight where she'd hurt him, though, but she still might be squeezing his hand tighter than she intended without really thinking about it.<br/><br/>""That's okay. You have already been really nice to me and helpful. Thank you so much"" Kylie said appreciatively, turning to face him for a bit and smiling at him. His politeness was very much helping her relax more in itself, his gestures of help alone making her happier and able to smile again. She had been super worried about how miserable her experience here would be, with no friends and scared all the time, but so far, she had help from someone sooner than she had anticipated to. Her initial expectations were to be scared and alone for weeks, if not months, but instead it had only been a mere day so far and she felt like she was already making a friend with one of the Cadet's who actually seemed to pay any attention to her emotional and mental state while here."
6089,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=550,2014-12-09T23:32:00,Isle of Lithonia,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Templar High Council <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22732258#p22732258"">wrote</a>:</cite>Minutes later, Aiden and all other Defion students were already submerged in the sim. They blinked open their eyes aboard <a class=""postlink"" href=""http://www.navsource.org/archives/10/18/1018148301.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">LSTs</a> offshore Inchon's Blue Beach. While not all the students were on one boat, there were enough ships to ferry them to shore. And there was armor interspersed with the infantry. On the ship Aiden was on, there was an M26 Pershing, and there were more tanks, trucks, and halftracks on the other ships.<br/><br/>But they couldn't go yet. Amphibious assault begins after airborne infiltration. So while they waited, most of the students relaxed on board. Some steeled their nerves, others sat in silence. Aiden actually pulled a deck of cards from... wait, where did he get those? Whatever, he pulled a deck and started a game of Texas Hold 'Em, playing with others for the trinkets that came with the uniforms of the soldiers from the 1950s. Someone bet a couple cigarettes, someone else chocolate, etcetera.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>It had been a rather uneventful couple of days in the life of Alice. The butch had come back to the Academy, met up with a couple of her old comrades from Invictus (this was now her second year, so she had spent last year in Invictus and not Defion), and went about her business. She had spent the Last Night alone in her room, jamming out to a<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YpJAmlnBxoA"" rel=""nofollow"">classic song from Halestorm</a>(one of her favorite, long-gone bands), and writing out her thoughts for a new song she hoped to create. It wasn't an unenjoyable night for her, since she felt the need to be alone anyway. Honestly, she didn't give a fuck about her current aloneness (not to be confused with loneliness, which is some negative shit), since it gave her more time to spend on herself. And it's not like she really built any ""deep"" relationships the year prior...<br/><br/>But fuck that.<br/><br/>Now she found herself with some of her new fellow league members, crammed inside a LST. She gripped her M1 Garand loosely in her right hand, and used the other to twist her M1911 to a more comfortable spot at her waist. Today she had determined to have some fun (she uses ""fun"" loosely). She'd blow some heads apart with her rifle, fill people full of .45 bullet holes, and then shove her rifle's bayonet through some dipshits' livers. She might even blow some fucker or two up with one of her 3 M26 Frag Grenades. Oh she had her work cut out for her today, and was she excited...<br/><br/>Okay, she didn't really seem excited. Hell, with that serious face, and seemingly disinterested aura about her, maybe she really didn't give a shit about what was going to happen. However, I'm pretty certain she cares. I mean, I made her, so I should know. Right?<br/><br/>Whether or not she actually gave a fuck, she was still a violent, and skilled fighter. Everyone should have known that by now, at least in her own opinion. But she didn't really know anyone in her, not even General Flint. Well, she knew who he was. She just never had personal contact with the guy before.<br/><br/>Nevertheless, she knew for a fact that a great deal of her safety and success today rested upon the mutual help of the people her. And, if she were to get Flint's interest, or at least got him to recognize her, her chances of survival might be just that much higher.<br/><br/>Sighing, she got up from her seat and found an empty spot near the General. Seeing him and the other Defion soldiers playing a game of Texas Hold 'Em, she took out a pack of cigarettes and some other stuff of non-battle worth, and called to them, ""Hey General, could you deal me in?"""
6090,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=550,2014-12-10T17:31:00,Brechalht,ignore
6091,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=550,2014-12-10T22:52:00,Isle of Lithonia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Brechalht <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22752986#p22752986"">wrote</a>:</cite>""This is Commander Ashcroft, I have the bombers on their way from Osaka, eager to head to the party and take a tour of Korea. Are we on track for the rendezvous? I have some friends here eager to meet our arm candy for the party, preferably in the form of some fighters.""</div></blockquote><br/>Jason and his flight didn't have to wait long before they were given the command to scramble from the Admiral herself. The Colonel bared his fangs in a devilish grin, his body tensing slightly in anticipation of the slaughter to come. ""You heard the Admiral, men! To your planes!!!""<br/><br/>He took off to his respective plane and got in. He quickly began the pre-flight check, going over the various instruments and controls, making certain all was in working order. When he was satisfied, he started his engine, and the plane gave him a nice little roar in response. He smiled, not the kind of smile you see in the movies where some asshole is super-duper happy to be in his cockpit, oblivious to the coming death. No, he was smiling with a lust for the hunt. He would find his enemy, and tear them to fucking pieces.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Ready for hell, commie bastards?</span><br/><br/>He flipped on his radio, and called out, ""Eighteenth Fighter Wing, check in.""<br/><br/>The various commanders went through their list, confirming their presence. After, he checked with his own flight. ""Panther Flight, check in.""<br/><br/>He heard several confirmations, including one from Midget Magic. Satisfied that they were ready, he gave a call to control, and was given clearance to begin lift-off. He slowly brought his plane into place just ahead of the ship's catapult, and stopped. Several crewmen surrounded his plane, hooking it up to the various equipment necessary to fling this baby into the air. When given the signal, he pushed the throttle forward. The plane growled and roared, aching to be free from the constraints on the ship. And Jason felt it's longing. The sky was the only proper place for a jet like this. A runway just didn't cut it.<br/><br/>When the jets reached the requisite power, he was given the signal from control, and he punched it. He felt the plane rocket forward as both it's own engine and the ship's catapult flung it down the runway.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Faster. Faster. Faster.</span><br/><br/>The wheels left the ground, his plane climbing into the air. He smiled as he called over the radio, ""Valley Forge, this is Archangel, another successful take-off.""<br/><br/>He laughed to himself as he took back full control of his life and body, sending himself to places that only a plane can go.<br/><br/>As he was slowly waiting for the rest of his flight to take off, he heard the call from Ashcroft. In response, he sent out, ""Commander Ashcroft, this is Colonel Reed. Your escorts will be with you shortly.""<br/><br/>After his flight had taken off, the new CO called for them to form up behind him, and they began the journey to the rendezvous point near Inchon. As he went on, the old US AF song rang in his head.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Off we go into the wild blue yonder,<br/>Climbing high into the sun<br/>Here they come zooming to meet our thunder<br/>At 'em boys, Give 'er the gun!<br/>Down we dive, spouting our flame from under<br/>Off with one helluva roar!<br/>We live in fame or go down in flame. Hey!<br/>Nothing can stop the U.S. Air Force!</span><br/><br/>He grinned, and muttered (without the radio on), ""And there sure is nothing that can stop the Aer Vis Air Force now."""
6092,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=550,2014-12-11T09:02:00,Corrian,"As soon as they were given the go to get ready and take off, Callandra was headed to the plane that she had been assigned in a heart beat, before Jason even finished telling them to get to their planes. She was excited after all, so as soon as they were told to go, she had absolutely no reason to twiddle her thumbs for any longer. So before Jason even probably got to his plane, she was hopping into her cockpit, sitting inside of it with a smile on her face as she got into the familiar place that she had loved so much, and it had been so long since she had sat in, longer than she would have liked to. Her smile was probably something similar to Jason's, knowing what the danger was like, not clueless to it like some dumb movie character, but because she knew what the danger was like, it drawing her in...<br/><br/>""I'm here"" Callandra said when Jason had asked for them all to check in. She glanced over all of the controls, making sure that she remembered how to do everything, and to make sure that she knew this plane. She hadn't been able to fly every great fighter plane in existence after all. But not having flown them or not, all it took, while Jason was getting ready for launch himself, is a scan over the controls, some mutterings to herself about what was where, and she knew where everything that she needed was, and was fully ready for the flight to come.<br/><br/>In preparation for the slow, quick drive to the runway before being launched, Callandra turned her power on low, smiling at the sound before it even got loud. She smiled even more as she saw Jason get into line, get the go, and be launched off of the carrier with full force of the great power of the launchers on the ship. It always amazed her how one could land on such a small thing, and also take off on one. The power of human engineering was truly amazing.<br/><br/>Of course, following probably some cheers to Jason being in the air, it was now her turn to go after Jason, most likely coincidentally. She lowered her wings (Since it looked like they had to based off of the picture) once in position, got hooked up, and pushed the throttle down to full power against the restraints. Now she was truly smiling, the roaring of the engines music to her ears. After confirmation from control, she was launched towards the end of the boat, the force of the power of it making her grin. You felt like you were the fastest thing in the world when you were launched like this. At the same time of being launched, and as she had hit the end of the runway, pulling herself up and into the air as she did, right around that moment, a ""Woohoo!"" echoed through her cockpit, and probably into the radio, the adrenaline pumping through her veins at the take off and now at being in the air. ""Hell yes I missed this!"" She cheered, but somehow, the cheering didn't distract her in the slightest, and she was still perfectly focused on her task at hand.<br/><br/>""Successful take off here as well"" Callandra reported in after Jason, and as time went by, she flew around for a bit, waiting for the others to take off. One by one, they all successfully took off with no incident, and the skies were becoming filled with the beautiful sounds of jet engines and multiple birds of death. While of course not everyone was going to look forward to these birds of death, she did, not caring what the others would think (others being the AI and innocent civilians, most likely).<br/><br/>When ordered to form up, Callandra was already not too far behind Jason, and since she was wingman, she didn't take much time to be formed up behind him. ""Right on your ass Colonel"" She informed him, smiling to herself. ""Let's go and have some fun!"" She said excitedly."
6093,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=550,2014-12-11T12:44:00,TriStates,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Previously""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Corrian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22742814#p22742814"">wrote</a>:</cite>Normally the author would do some big ass post in relation to every little detail of the speech and their characters inner thoughts on it, but alas, this was Kylie, and most of what was being said only partially processed through her brain, and at that, there was almost no laughter from her, or getting all pumped up and excited, coming from her throughout the entire speech. She was the odd one out who clearly didn't get into it all in high spirits, and instead of excitement and smiles, she was all frowns and fear. Her inner thoughts/mannerisms on the matter consisted of something along the lines of, this guy swore a lot, something related to her muttering to herself about not having volunteered for this, and various things about other stuff that got more eyebrow raises from her than actual military-like responses, or smiles, or excitement. And in a sense, she was glad to see that she wasn't the only one having a bit of a freak out moment, and she had to wonder if said person was forced into this just like herself.<br/><br/>There was one thing that she did pay more attention to however, which was when he told them to look at the Cadet on their left, and on their right. Left was some random Cadet she didn't know, but to her right she saw Volt. While she didn't know him well, all he had done so far is show her nothing but kindness. He seemed concerned about her, and caring when she told him that she hadn't chose to be here. Then he had helped her to the pods and with the pods themselves. Out of everyone here so far that she had briefly met, he stood out, and when she glanced his way when Fisk told them to look to the Cadet's beside them, this was the only time that she had probably cracked a smile since she had arrived to the Academy, although it was short lived.<br/><br/>While all of this speech went down, she actually geared up, since she hadn't immediately done so. She briefly muttered to herself about how heavy it was, but at the same time, her panda strength made her tolerate it more than she might if she hadn't been a partial. But still, the heavy gear would take some getting used to. She obsessively made sure over and over again that she knew how to work the parachute, afraid that she would fail at it and end up killing herself immediately, and even as things got nearer and nearer, she wasn't confident.<br/><br/>And then things began to really get serious. The man up in front said that the final destination was in 10 minutes, which pretty much told her that she had 10 minutes left before she had a heart attack. Not only that, but him informing them had been cut off by an explosion, which made her let out a loud gasp from the sound, and probably a bit of the force of the shockwave from said explosion. Now things were really serious, and she and the others were being shot at before they even got out of their respective planes. Hesitantly, but quickly at the same time, she got up and into the lines as ordered, her heart skipping a beat when the aircraft's sliding doors were flung open, and more explosions went off around them. At this, she let out a long groan whine of fear, and probably through almost all of this, her eyes were watery. ""Here goes nothing...."" She breathed out heavily, a crushing weight feeling in her chest making it hard for her to breath or speak properly at the moment.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Terintania <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22732820#p22732820"">wrote</a>:</cite>Volt turned his attention to a young girl came up to him. He wagged his tail at her like a puppy. ""I'm just as new here as you are, but I'm pretty sure you don't really die in simulations. It seems like they'd loose more cadets than it would be worth if you did,"" He assured her with a smile. ""Come on, we should probably hurry up."" He put his arms around her shoulders in an almost protective way. He could clearly see that she didn't want to be here. Making sure his glasses were recording properly, he asked,""Why are you here if you don't want to be? I thought everyone was volunteers.""<br/><br/>He walked in to the Invictus simulation room and his eyes widened in wonder. This place was probably cool for most people, but for someone as tech-oriented as Volt, it was basically a dream come true for him. His tail wagged even faster than before as he looked around. ""This is amazing,"" He said to no one in particular,""With a advanced simulator like this, imagine what you could do with it. You could have the awesomest video game experience ever, or you could use it for learning new skills faster than you normally would be able to,"" He seemed to be talking to himself more than actually talking to anyone else. ""Come on,"" He said to the little panda girl. He helped her in to one of the pods, before climbing in one, himself. He was thinking that it would have been smart for them to teach people how to use these things before just sending them in....Or teaching them anything at all. He knew how to use it because he knew a lot about tech, and read about a lot of tech.<br/><br/>Once inside the simulation, he looked around. He wasn't particularly comfortable due to the fact that his tail was squished in his seat, but it kept wagging non-the-less. ""Cool..."" He breathed, grinning. As cool as it was, though, he could tell it would be unpleasant to get injured in the simulation, to say the least. For now, he just sat there, admiring how real everything felt.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22733426#p22733426"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Johannes ""Jakt Räv"" Sundberg</span></span></div><br/>Eager to start the simulation, Johan marched forth with confidence and pomp, almost sure that he would make this first exercise without any big problems. He trained hard for this, and he was going to get through. Treating this as a goal, he began humming the tune of a patriotic Swedish song written during the Famine in the older years. The song alone made him feel perky even though he was venturing into something he had never even seen or heard of before. This was the very first time he would be fighting for real. No stupid sack soldiers that don't even have the sufficient intellect to defend themselves.<br/><br/>Again, Johan wondered when he would get a tank. At this point, he no longer minded whether or not he would have a tank or not. But he really wanted one, and would probably give 200% if he got what he wanted. Of course, he'd still do his best without it, but all he meant was, he'd be more comfortable in a steel coffin than in the mud. At this thought, Johan laughed, getting him strange glances from other cadets. That was perfectly fine. At least now they knew that Johannes Sundberg wasn't afraid of no dumb simulation. No matter how cool it sounded. He looked even more amazed and excited upon entering the VR Chamber. The young fox spliced freshman stood still for a moment to marvel at the designs in the room. It was better than he had ever expected. Using that strange device he'd been given, Johan hurriedly searched for his assigned VR pod and got ready to get inside. It asked himif he was really part of the First Korean War Simulation, then advised him to remember his auto-eject. Johan guessed that remembering that would mean the difference betwen life and death... Maybe.<br/><br/>Johan was probably the only one grinning as he was transported into the program. Sitting in the Skytrain, Johan was tapping both of his feet against the floor, but one other kid who looked nervous nudged him with an elbow and told him to stop. So he did. Nonetheless, he was still pumped. Pumped. Pumped. Pumped. The Skytrain's engines were noisy, but they were fine. They sort of reminded him of a tank's engine.<br/><br/>""Här går jag, pappa! Detta är för dig!"" he said softly, closing his eyes.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Fesconia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22736723#p22736723"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Sycona Mattix</span></div><br/><br/>As she got up from her seat after the briefing had finished and began to head towards the sim rooms, following everyone else, she wondered about what had just been said. So they were going to be in the Korean War. She didn't know much about it, but enough to be able to understand the type of battle they were about to fight. What striked her as most surprising was the fact that the average casualty rate for their side was 11,000. The league of Invictus had 18,000 itself. Even adding on the other leagues' soldiers, 11,000 was a massive number. Perhaps it was because of the fact that it was the first battle of the year, and there were many inexperienced new cadets just like her. Or maybe the strategy was just faulty. It had worked for the United Nations back then when it had been for real, but they had had experienced soldiers, not new and untrained cadets like a lot of them. <br/><br/>Sycons finally arrived at her designated area, and looked around her, not sure what she was supposed to do next. Watching some of the older students getting into the box, she figured that was what she was supposed to do as well, and she got into the box-like structure as well, closing the lid above her. Once inside, a voice asked her a few questions and she answered them to what she assumed were the right answers. After having done so, she felt a change in environment. Sycona opened her eyes to see that she was know on a plane along with other cadets. It was not until that instant that the full meaning of her situation kicked in, and she began feeling nervous. They were going to parachute off the aircraft into hostile territory below. She reminded herself it was just a simulation, but the fact that this wasn't real didn't prevent her from feeling slightly afraid and reluctant, though she would never admit it if someone asked. She gazed away from the back of the aircraft and waited for their time to come. She wanted it to start already, anxious of this being her first battle.</div></blockquote><blockquote><div><cite>Corrian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22742814#p22742814"">wrote</a>:</cite>Normally the author would do some big ass post in relation to every little detail of the speech and their characters inner thoughts on it, but alas, this was Kylie, and most of what was being said only partially processed through her brain, and at that, there was almost no laughter from her, or getting all pumped up and excited, coming from her throughout the entire speech. She was the odd one out who clearly didn't get into it all in high spirits, and instead of excitement and smiles, she was all frowns and fear. Her inner thoughts/mannerisms on the matter consisted of something along the lines of, this guy swore a lot, something related to her muttering to herself about not having volunteered for this, and various things about other stuff that got more eyebrow raises from her than actual military-like responses, or smiles, or excitement. And in a sense, she was glad to see that she wasn't the only one having a bit of a freak out moment, and she had to wonder if said person was forced into this just like herself.<br/><br/>There was one thing that she did pay more attention to however, which was when he told them to look at the Cadet on their left, and on their right. Left was some random Cadet she didn't know, but to her right she saw Volt. While she didn't know him well, all he had done so far is show her nothing but kindness. He seemed concerned about her, and caring when she told him that she hadn't chose to be here. Then he had helped her to the pods and with the pods themselves. Out of everyone here so far that she had briefly met, he stood out, and when she glanced his way when Fisk told them to look to the Cadet's beside them, this was the only time that she had probably cracked a smile since she had arrived to the Academy, although it was short lived.<br/><br/>While all of this speech went down, she actually geared up, since she hadn't immediately done so. She briefly muttered to herself about how heavy it was, but at the same time, her panda strength made her tolerate it more than she might if she hadn't been a partial. But still, the heavy gear would take some getting used to. She obsessively made sure over and over again that she knew how to work the parachute, afraid that she would fail at it and end up killing herself immediately, and even as things got nearer and nearer, she wasn't confident.<br/><br/>And then things began to really get serious. The man up in front said that the final destination was in 10 minutes, which pretty much told her that she had 10 minutes left before she had a heart attack. Not only that, but him informing them had been cut off by an explosion, which made her let out a loud gasp from the sound, and probably a bit of the force of the shockwave from said explosion. Now things were really serious, and she and the others were being shot at before they even got out of their respective planes. Hesitantly, but quickly at the same time, she got up and into the lines as ordered, her heart skipping a beat when the aircraft's sliding doors were flung open, and more explosions went off around them. At this, she let out a long groan whine of fear, and probably through almost all of this, her eyes were watery. ""Here goes nothing...."" She breathed out heavily, a crushing weight feeling in her chest making it hard for her to breath or speak properly at the moment.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Rob Halfordia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22743865#p22743865"">wrote</a>:</cite>Ryan (whom it was decided is now on Invictus) lined up, and slung his M1919A6 over his back. He had wrapped a cloth around the front of the barrel to allow his to hold it. He smiled as he took in a large sniff, ""Gotta love the smell of flak in the morning."", he said, unphased by the explosions. He was used to it by this point, and the freshmen would likely get used to it as well, given a year.<br/><br/>(Sorry about the lack of fluff. I'm at a party right now.)</div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>The GAmeTopians <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22743958#p22743958"">wrote</a>:</cite>Carolin stod at attention and made a silent check of her equipment. A bolt-action rifle, a revolver, a knife, a bayonet, and some supplies. She shrugged, and looked to her sides. She didn't know either of them.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Terintania <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22744355#p22744355"">wrote</a>:</cite>Volt looked over at the little panda girl, seeing that she appeared to be very nervous. ""It's alright,"" He said reassuringly to her, since he was sitting next to her. ""This isn't real. It feels real, but you won't really die here. Just hold on to that,"" He wasn't sure if that was helpful, but it was the best he had. When the speech was made, he just sat there looking perky, even though he didn't understand half of what was being said. It really did seem stupid of them to throw people in to this without giving them any training first. Like, what the heck did 'rack your lines, and stack' mean? He just followed everyone else's examples, and took the little panda girl's hand. ""I would jump with you, but I don't think they'd let me,"" He said.<br/><br/>He acted excited about this whole thing, himself. His tail was wagging, as always. Inside he was a little nervous, but he also knew that as much as it would suck to die, it would be stupid for you to actually die in a simulation, or else they would loose way more Cadets than would probably be worth it.</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Valhallen Vanguard</span></span></div><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cast:</span><span style=""font-style: italic"">FLD MRSH. Joshua Fisk, COL. Saito Tsukuda| LT. Varsonyn ""Alphabet""|SGT MAJ. Jessica O'Flattery|Staff SGT. Jose Matranga|1st SGT Corrie MacKay</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Scene:</span><span style=""font-style: italic"">Douglas C-47 ""Sierra-Skytrain""| ~5000ft and descending| Above Drop Zone ""Tango-Urrila""</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Time:</span><span style=""font-style: italic""> 0:00:00| Cleared for <span style=""color: #00BF00"">Zero Hour</span></span><br/><hr/><br/>The darkened interior of the aeroplane was suddenly doused in clear illumination as the signal light turned from a dark crimson, to a glowing green.<br/><br/>""Thats it! GO,GO,GO!"" shouted the Invictus pilot into the cadet filled cabin.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">""JUMP AND CLEAR!""</span></div><br/><br/>The loud, bellowing command ran through the entirety of the plane as every veteran present echoed it down the line of standing teenage soldiers.<br/><br/>""Right side stick, left side stick! When you're up, you got 3 seconds to jump. Otherwise, I give you serious case of Russian foot up the ass, da?!"" demanded Leuitenant Varsonyn, as he booted one particularly reluctant cadet out of the doorway.<br/><br/>""In this mile high club, line tangles are as deadly as flak cannons. So I want to see plenty of space between jumpers!"" ordered Colonel Tsukuda as he the line shuffled forward, making him the next one to brave the outside air. Speaking to the remaining cadets over his shoulder as Alphabet did a preliminary check on his gear, Saito said, ""Tie off your weapon, keep your fingers on your chute lines, and we'll all walk this off... I'll see you at the bottem!""<br/><br/>With that said, the 4-year Colonel crossed his arms over his chest, one hand on his main line, the other on his emergency, and jumped feet first into the howling maelstrom of morning winds, KPA fighter screens, and anti-aircraft fire."
6094,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=550,2014-12-11T14:44:00,Corrian,"""Here we go..."" Kylie frowned in fear when the signal light turned on, and she clung to Volt's hand even tighter now. She bit her lip, getting into a line (Still holding onto Volt's hand for the time being as a sort of sense of security), thankfully being at the back so she didn't have to immediately jump out or anything. Volt was presumably right behind her, keeping her comforted as long as he could, because he seemed like the type, and STILL she was holding onto his hand if he was fine with it. Of course, once they jumped, they would be separated for a while on the ground...Stepping up, then the 3 seconds you had to jump could spread you farther apart than you might expect with the plane moving at the speed that it was.<br/><br/>Hearing about how they would be kicked out of the back if they delayed worried her, because she knew that her body might take a while to jump, making her one of the victims of this kicking. What worried her more though was when he spoke of tangled lines being as deadly as flak cannons, something she hadn't immediately thought about when it came to jumping together. Sure, you could have two people jump with one parachute, but without the proper set up to do that, she wasn't honestly sure she wanted to risk it.<br/><br/>So as they got closer and closer to the edge for their turn, Kylie glanced back to Volt, looked practically stiff from the fear of it all, and let go of his hand that was making her feel secure here. ""Thanks again, really, for all of your help"" She gave him a quick smile that looked like a forced smile with fear mixed in with it, but it was a smile nonetheless. With that, she turned forward again, seeing the back of the plane becoming ever closer to a reality for her...<br/><br/>And then before she knew it, it was her turn to jump. She double checked real quick to make sure she actually knew where the both of her chute lines were, and she had already done the tying off your weapons thing. With that all in order, she stepped towards the edge, not being too slow as of yet. Right before the last step, she began counting.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">One...two...Three...here goes nothing</span>Kylie counted in her head, the first second being counted before she stepped to the edge, and the last 2 seconds being counted when she was at the edge. The only thing that could be making her a tad late to jump was the last thing that she had thought in her head, but it wasn't enough for anyone to get around to kicking her off the edge or anything. At the last second of counting, she closed her eyes, and jumped, the last thing anyone in the plane hearing from her being a scream from the sudden feeling of free falling hitting her...<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">In the Air and On the Ground</span><br/>Kylie felt like her body was going to implode from the force of the wind from the free falling, or getting getting hit by one of the explosions around her. She probably screamed for a good 10 to 15 seconds before finally relaxing enough not to let out a scream. And even when she relaxed, she was still looking down with a terrified look on her face, and breathing heavily, watching the ground become ever closer to her. 5,000 feet of free falling elevation and a fear of heights didn't tend to mix well together. But as time went on, she relaxed more and more, and even found an odd...beauty in it all. Yes, sure, she was descending into an open war zone, but you had to admit that there was a bit of a beauty to the whole thing. Wind, clouds, distant explosions, and free falling. It was a rather interesting sight, she had to admit.<br/><br/>But she snapped back into reality quickly enough, realizing that she was becoming rather close to the ground now. She wasn't sure when you were supposed to realistically pull your chute to make sure you didn't die, but being her and her cluelessness on the matter, she wasn't about to take risks. So she pulled her chute, which did its thing not on the first try because she hadn't pulled hard enough for it to do so, but on the second try, her body being jerked around like you had happen when you pulled your chute which yanked you upwards. She let out a squeak when it did, not having expected that, and after a few moments of panicking with not knowing how to control the parachute right, she relaxed again, and let off a sigh as she was now slowly gliding into the Earth, not flying at it at however many miles per hour she had been going at it before.<br/><br/>Eventually she landed, getting scared again as the ground got close and her feeling like she was still moving at it quite fast once she was close to the ground. She may have not landed the smoothest, but she landed without breaking anything, and while her landing did hurt a bit, she was at least glad for that. Once she came to a stop, she flung her parachute pack off, unsure if she was supposed to somehow put the parachute back or not, so she decided to just leave it there, because even if she was supposed to, she had no idea how to. She hoped she wouldn't get penalized for that.<br/><br/>To her relief, she felt like she had landed somewhere fairly remote and not near anything dangerous at the moment. But at the same time, being far away from others scared her. Would she be alone here for the whole war? Would she get killed before anyone saw her? Many questions jumbled through her mind at that moment, and all she thought of doing to comfort herself was hold her weapon in front of her. if there was one thing she did know how to do, thanks to her parents, it was hold various different types of weapons properly, so she had no issues with that. However, she didn't know how to not be panicked, so she was darting around quite a lot looking at her nearby surroundings, expecting something to jump out at her and stab her, or shoot at her.<br/><br/>She wasn't sure if it was the appropriate thing to do, but she stayed right where she was. She had seen some of the others falling from the sky and landing in various different places, some nearby and others far away, but she was too afraid to move. So she figured that if they wanted her as a part of the battle, they could come and get her. If she was with others, she'd be less afraid to move forward. But without the help of any others, she felt pretty much frozen to the spot in fear. However, she wasn't completely stupid to just stay in the open, and hid somewhere the best that she could (Like, behind a rock or something, I dunno the scenery), and waited to see if anyone would show up to find her or shoot at her or whatever, her body and mind on high alert for anything coming her way, the sounds of distant explosions, planes, and so on going on around her."
6095,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=550,2014-12-11T20:41:00,Brechalht,ignore
6096,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=550,2014-12-11T21:43:00,Brechalht,ignore
6097,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=550,2014-12-11T22:34:00,The Templar High Council,"<blockquote><div><cite>Isle of Lithonia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22745391#p22745391"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Templar High Council <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22732258#p22732258"">wrote</a>:</cite>Minutes later, Aiden and all other Defion students were already submerged in the sim. They blinked open their eyes aboard <a class=""postlink"" href=""http://www.navsource.org/archives/10/18/1018148301.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">LSTs</a> offshore Inchon's Blue Beach. While not all the students were on one boat, there were enough ships to ferry them to shore. And there was armor interspersed with the infantry. On the ship Aiden was on, there was an M26 Pershing, and there were more tanks, trucks, and halftracks on the other ships.<br/><br/>But they couldn't go yet. Amphibious assault begins after airborne infiltration. So while they waited, most of the students relaxed on board. Some steeled their nerves, others sat in silence. Aiden actually pulled a deck of cards from... wait, where did he get those? Whatever, he pulled a deck and started a game of Texas Hold 'Em, playing with others for the trinkets that came with the uniforms of the soldiers from the 1950s. Someone bet a couple cigarettes, someone else chocolate, etcetera.</div></blockquote><br/>Whether or not she actually gave a fuck, she was still a violent, and skilled fighter. Everyone should have known that by now, at least in her own opinion. But she didn't really know anyone in her, not even General Flint. Well, she knew who he was. She just never had personal contact with the guy before.<br/><br/>Nevertheless, she knew for a fact that a great deal of her safety and success today rested upon the mutual help of the people her. And, if she were to get Flint's interest, or at least got him to recognize her, her chances of survival might be just that much higher.<br/><br/>Sighing, she got up from her seat and found an empty spot near the General. Seeing him and the other Defion soldiers playing a game of Texas Hold 'Em, she took out a pack of cigarettes and some other stuff of non-battle worth, and called to them, ""Hey General, could you deal me in?""</div></blockquote><br/>Aiden smiled at the eager sophomore. ""Alrighty then. Still waiting on word from whoever to move on out."" The cards were dealt, and the hands were played. Since the author doesn't want to actually deal cards again, he's going to skim over that part. ""How ya been, Miss Alice? S'been a while since I saw ya.""<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Brechalht <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22766787#p22766787"">wrote</a>:</cite>Lieutenant Leah Liraz was pleasantly surprised to be in the same transport as the rough and tough Defion Commander she knew as Tex. Not particularly fond of his at times overbearing nature, she knew he could fight. <br/><br/>With a thin grin on her face, she slid her goggles onto her helmet, and walked over to the card-dealing officer. Putting her hand on the hull of the ship, she addressed him.<br/><br/>""Couldn't pass up an opportunity for proving your dominance, Tex? Hello again, it has been a while.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Nope. It's just too fun."" Aiden dealt the river, the fifth card, as many of the card players groaned. ""'Sides, what else are we going to do to wait? Play tiddlywinks and stare at the shore? I don't think so."""
6098,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=550,2014-12-12T23:33:00,TriStates,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Cor""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Corrian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22762238#p22762238"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">In the Air and On the Ground</span><br/>Kylie felt like her body was going to implode from the force of the wind from the free falling, or getting getting hit by one of the explosions around her. She probably screamed for a good 10 to 15 seconds before finally relaxing enough not to let out a scream. And even when she relaxed, she was still looking down with a terrified look on her face, and breathing heavily, watching the ground become ever closer to her. 5,000 feet of free falling elevation and a fear of heights didn't tend to mix well together. But as time went on, she relaxed more and more, and even found an odd...beauty in it all. Yes, sure, she was descending into an open war zone, but you had to admit that there was a bit of a beauty to the whole thing. Wind, clouds, distant explosions, and free falling. It was a rather interesting sight, she had to admit.<br/><br/>But she snapped back into reality quickly enough, realizing that she was becoming rather close to the ground now. She wasn't sure when you were supposed to realistically pull your chute to make sure you didn't die, but being her and her cluelessness on the matter, she wasn't about to take risks. So she pulled her chute, which did its thing not on the first try because she hadn't pulled hard enough for it to do so, but on the second try, her body being jerked around like you had happen when you pulled your chute which yanked you upwards. She let out a squeak when it did, not having expected that, and after a few moments of panicking with not knowing how to control the parachute right, she relaxed again, and let off a sigh as she was now slowly gliding into the Earth, not flying at it at however many miles per hour she had been going at it before.<br/><br/>Eventually she landed, getting scared again as the ground got close and her feeling like she was still moving at it quite fast once she was close to the ground. She may have not landed the smoothest, but she landed without breaking anything, and while her landing did hurt a bit, she was at least glad for that. Once she came to a stop, she flung her parachute pack off, unsure if she was supposed to somehow put the parachute back or not, so she decided to just leave it there, because even if she was supposed to, she had no idea how to. She hoped she wouldn't get penalized for that. <br/><br/>To her relief, she felt like she had landed somewhere fairly remote and not near anything dangerous at the moment. But at the same time, being far away from others scared her. Would she be alone here for the whole war? Would she get killed before anyone saw her? Many questions jumbled through her mind at that moment, and all she thought of doing to comfort herself was hold her weapon in front of her. if there was one thing she did know how to do, thanks to her parents, it was hold various different types of weapons properly, so she had no issues with that. However, she didn't know how to not be panicked, so she was darting around quite a lot looking at her nearby surroundings, expecting something to jump out at her and stab her, or shoot at her. <br/><br/>She wasn't sure if it was the appropriate thing to do, but she stayed right where she was. She had seen some of the others falling from the sky and landing in various different places, some nearby and others far away, but she was too afraid to move. So she figured that if they wanted her as a part of the battle, they could come and get her. If she was with others, she'd be less afraid to move forward. But without the help of any others, she felt pretty much frozen to the spot in fear. However, she wasn't completely stupid to just stay in the open, and hid somewhere the best that she could (Like, behind a rock or something, I dunno the scenery), and waited to see if anyone would show up to find her or shoot at her or whatever, her body and mind on high alert for anything coming her way, the sounds of distant explosions, planes, and so on going on around her.</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/>Jessica ""Oddball"" O'Flattery had been through worse landings. Though that wasn't a real comforting fact as the teenage Sergeant Major fell through the upper limbs of a pine tree, feeling as if she hit every single one before falling to the ground below. Struggling to her feet, face bleeding from scratchs while her entire body was wracked with aches, she layered out some choice curses in between attempts to get her breath back. She made no extended complaints however. It wouldn't help her case if she did anyhow. Everybody in the world had their own problems, and she expected no one to help her with hers.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Any landing you can walk away from is a good one...</span>she thought sourly as she rubbed her bruised chest.<br/><br/>Pausing to briefly bury the pack and chute, to prevent any trace of her landing from any snooping enemy forces in the area, the Sergeant Major walked on in the direction of Incheon proper, where Invictus's current objectives awaited: Link up with friendly troopers, and cause as much murder and mayhem behind the enemy-held city. And they sure had a lot of bloody work ahead of them.<br/><br/>Making her way across the forested area cautiously, Jessica caught movement out of the corner of her eye. The slightest rustle of nervous feet on the pine-needled covered ground. Muffled breathing, just loud enough to make out if you were paying attention. And she always was. Moving forward at a crouch, M3 SMG in readied hands, the senior Invictus non-com flanked to the right of disturbance that seemed to be originating from behind a large rock formation. Stopping just shy of a few feet from the unknown target, all Jessica could make out in the early morning dark was a vauge outline. Friend. Foe. Who knows.<br/><br/>The slick sounding<span style=""font-style: italic"">snick</span>of the Grease gun's cocking mechanism was freakishly loud in the silence of the moment.<br/><br/>""Drop the piece. And turn around, slow."" ordered Jessica simply, letting the audible click of her weapons safety coming off to do his talking for her.<br/><hr/><br/><br/>As Invictus forces were slowing making their way towards their objectives and engaging the KPA ground forces surrounding Incheon, enemy forces elsewhere were on the move. All under the well co-ordinated administration of Mac. The A.I. himself feeling disgruntled in what he was doing now. Considering his personality was based around a person who had fought tooth and nail against the Communist forces of the era, he could help but taste the bitter-sweet irony of leading his old enemy for a change.<br/><br/>Even as the other three leagues counted down their dwindling time before action for their part of the invasion, Mac was rerouting Soviet-KPA naval forces in the area for a two pronged attack. Crusiars, PT Boats and Submarines seeked to engage the Defion-Leviathan Landing Flotilla directly, while the remaining capital ships would trade blows with the Leviathan Carrier and Battleship further offshore.<br/><br/>At the same time, neither Aer Vis nor Invictus would be neglected. The STAG Air League would be intercepted in the skies above the Korean shores by<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mikoyan-Gurevich_MiG-15"" rel=""nofollow"">MiG-15's</a>, as well as older but more numerous<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Yakovlev_Yak-9"" rel=""nofollow"">Yak-9</a>and<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lavochkin_La-9"" rel=""nofollow"">La-9</a>prop-drive fighters. Not to mention Anti-aircraft batteries that were stationed in legion across the shoreline and inner areas.<br/><br/>As for the brave, but fool-hardy paratroopers of the black flag league. KPA Infantry and armored divisions from Seoul had already been rerouted, and were on the way to relieve the beleaguered defenders of Incheon. As things stand, with their forces combat-green and scattered, they'd have to hold their positions by the steel in their spines and by the brass of their bullets before the sim was done.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">With OPFOR forces in route, the ball was in cadets court. Lets see what they do with it...</span>thought Mac."
6099,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=550,2014-12-13T00:52:00,Icrum,"After the light in the plane turned green, Lizzy proceded to jump out and fall through the sky. She then had a funny feeling in her stomach. The kind that's like 'Hello, gonna get rid of your lunch.' Lizzy then saw whatever those green chunks flying in front of her were.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Well, there literally goes my lunch.</span>Lizzy said as she fell. She then pulled her parachute cable to stop her decent. However, her tragectory had pulled her slightly off course. When she fianlly landed, which was a pretty rough landing, Lizzy quickly surveyed her landing sight. She saw to her left some houses, to her right was a river, and to her everywhere was tall grass. Or was it rice. She looked around and felt that her helmet was gone. She then shook her head and turned to look at the houses.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Huh. There seems to be a village. And they seem to be farmers. Well, I need to rendevous with Invictus. I'll just follow this river.</span>Lizzy planned to herself as she readied her rifle. After walking for a little bit, she heard a noise. Lizzy froze.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Is it an enemy? What if it's an enemy? Should I shoot?</span>Lizzy panicked in her head.<br/>""Sillyehabnida, dangsin-eun gwaen chanh a yo?"" The voice said. Lizzy quickly turned and shot at the noise. When she looked, Lizzy saw that she shot an innocent farmer. He was shot directly in the chest. His face was frozen with shock. She looked at her hands with disgust.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">The first person I kill is an innocent man. I am a monster. I deserve to die.</span>Lizzy thought as she sat down, face burried in her knees, and cried. She couldn't get the face of the man out of her head. She just wanted to die. She just murdered someone. Someone who didn't deserve to die. She just wanted to die because she felt that that would at least slightly atone for her actions."
6100,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=550,2014-12-13T01:47:00,TriStates,"<blockquote><div><cite>Icrum <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22778694#p22778694"">wrote</a>:</cite>After the light in the plane turned green, Lizzy proceded to jump out and fall through the sky. She then had a funny feeling in her stomach. The kind that's like 'Hello, gonna get rid of your lunch.' Lizzy then saw whatever those green chunks flying in front of her were. <br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Well, there literally goes my lunch.</span> Lizzy said as she fell. She then pulled her parachute cable to stop her decent. However, her tragectory had pulled her slightly off course. When she fianlly landed, which was a pretty rough landing, Lizzy quickly surveyed her landing sight. She saw to her left some houses, to her right was a river, and to her everywhere was tall grass. Or was it rice. She looked around and felt that her helmet was gone. She then shook her head and turned to look at the houses.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Huh. There seems to be a village. And they seem to be farmers. Well, I need to rendevous with Invictus. I'll just follow this river.</span> Lizzy planned to herself as she readied her rifle. After walking for a little bit, she heard a noise. Lizzy froze.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Is it an enemy? What if it's an enemy? Should I shoot?</span> Lizzy panicked in her head.<br/>""Sillyehabnida, dangsin-eun gwaen chanh a yo?"" The voice said. Lizzy quickly turned and shot at the noise. When she looked, Lizzy saw that she shot an innocent farmer. He was shot directly in the chest. His face was frozen with shock. She looked at her hands with disgust. <br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">The first person I kill is an innocent man. I am a monster. I deserve to die.</span> Lizzy thought as she sat down, face burried in her knees, and cried. She couldn't get the face of the man out of her head. She just wanted to die. She just murdered someone. Someone who didn't deserve to die. She just wanted to die because she felt that that would at least slightly atone for her actions.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Colonel Saito ""White Knight"" Tsukuda had seen better days, and softer landings. Having parachuted, feet first, straight into the living room of a VR farming family, there had been a lot of shouting, screaming, and choice swearing as pandimonium reigned. Having cut himself free of his chutes silk strings, the teenaged senior officer found himself being scolled by a very pissed looking grandmother.<br/><br/>He didn't have time for such trivialities. Putting his body on auto-pilot, he quickly secured his things, shouldered his pack, and began to beat feet out of the farm and into the surrounding country side. Taking a minute to pause, the teenager slung his Type 88 Officers Katana across his back, while shouldering his M1928 Thompson as he unfolded a map. As he examined it, a rifle shot echoed out close by. Dropping onto his belly by instinct, the Thompson flying back into his hands, Saito listened closely to the already disapating sound.<br/><br/>The shot had been a flat, dull<span style=""font-style: italic"">crack</span>. A sound that Saito could distiguished by ear. Either a .303 Enfield, .30-06 Springfield, or some similar heavy rifle caliber. Weapons used by UN Coalition forces. An ally then, most likely. Or an enemy using captured weapons.<br/><br/>Rising from the ground, Saito placed the map back into one of his combat blouses tactical pouches. Wading through rice fields, unruly shrubs, and long grass, the Colonel came upon two individuals. One, a man lying on the ground, and clearly dead from the pool of blood already forming around him. He was not uniformed in any garb worn by the simulated enemy. And he was too old to be a cadet himself. The other, a young girl, hunched over and clearly distraught for some reason or another. She wore the uniform of Invictus. The skull and crossbones insignia clearly visible in the early morning sun rays.<br/><br/>Keeping his opinons and preconceptions to himself, the Colonel made his presence known by not trying to hide his approach. Submachine gun held in hand, barrel pointed down towards the ground, Saito halted a respectful distance from the girl. Turning his gaze from the body, to the girl, back to the body, and back to the girl, the Japanese teenager stated in a brusque but neutral voice, ""Report Cadet! Name, rank, and whats the meaning of this?"""
6101,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=550,2014-12-13T02:07:00,Icrum,"<blockquote><div><cite>TriStates <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22778882#p22778882"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Icrum <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22778694#p22778694"">wrote</a>:</cite>After the light in the plane turned green, Lizzy proceded to jump out and fall through the sky. She then had a funny feeling in her stomach. The kind that's like 'Hello, gonna get rid of your lunch.' Lizzy then saw whatever those green chunks flying in front of her were. <br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Well, there literally goes my lunch.</span> Lizzy said as she fell. She then pulled her parachute cable to stop her decent. However, her tragectory had pulled her slightly off course. When she fianlly landed, which was a pretty rough landing, Lizzy quickly surveyed her landing sight. She saw to her left some houses, to her right was a river, and to her everywhere was tall grass. Or was it rice. She looked around and felt that her helmet was gone. She then shook her head and turned to look at the houses.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Huh. There seems to be a village. And they seem to be farmers. Well, I need to rendevous with Invictus. I'll just follow this river.</span> Lizzy planned to herself as she readied her rifle. After walking for a little bit, she heard a noise. Lizzy froze.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Is it an enemy? What if it's an enemy? Should I shoot?</span> Lizzy panicked in her head.<br/>""Sillyehabnida, dangsin-eun gwaen chanh a yo?"" The voice said. Lizzy quickly turned and shot at the noise. When she looked, Lizzy saw that she shot an innocent farmer. He was shot directly in the chest. His face was frozen with shock. She looked at her hands with disgust. <br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">The first person I kill is an innocent man. I am a monster. I deserve to die.</span> Lizzy thought as she sat down, face burried in her knees, and cried. She couldn't get the face of the man out of her head. She just wanted to die. She just murdered someone. Someone who didn't deserve to die. She just wanted to die because she felt that that would at least slightly atone for her actions.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Colonel Saito ""White Knight"" Tsukuda had seen better days, and softer landings. Having parachuted, feet first, straight into the living room of a VR farming family, there had been a lot of shouting, screaming, and choice swearing as pandimonium reigned. Having cut himself free of his chutes silk strings, the teenaged senior officer found himself being scolled by a very pissed looking grandmother. <br/><br/>He didn't have time for such trivialities. Putting his body on auto-pilot, he quickly secured his things, shouldered his pack, and began to beat feet out of the farm and into the surrounding country side. Taking a minute to pause, the teenager slung his Type 88 Officers Katana across his back, while shouldering his M1928 Thompson as he unfolded a map. As he examined it, a rifle shot echoed out close by. Dropping onto his belly by instinct, the Thompson flying back into his hands, Saito listened closely to the already disapating sound.<br/><br/>The shot had been a flat, dull <span style=""font-style: italic"">crack</span>. A sound that Saito could distiguished by ear. Either a .303 Enfield, .30-06 Springfield, or some similar heavy rifle caliber. Weapons used by UN Coalition forces. An ally then, most likely. Or an enemy using captured weapons.<br/><br/>Rising from the ground, Saito placed the map back into one of his combat blouses tactical pouches. Wading through rice fields, unruly shrubs, and long grass, the Colonel came upon two individuals. One, a man lying on the ground, and clearly dead from the pool of blood already forming around him. He was not uniformed in any garb worn by the simulated enemy. And he was too old to be a cadet himself. The other, a young girl, hunched over and clearly distraught for some reason or another. She wore the uniform of Invictus. The skull and crossbones insignia clearly visible in the early morning sun rays.<br/><br/>Keeping his opinons and preconceptions to himself, the Colonel made his presence known by not trying to hide his approach. Submachine gun held in hand, barrel pointed down towards the ground, Saito halted a respectful distance from the girl. Turning his gaze from the body, to the girl, back to the body, and back to the girl, the Japanese teenager stated in a brusque but neutral voice, ""Report Cadet! Name, rank, and whats the meaning of this?""</div></blockquote><br/>Lizzy looked up at the new arrival. She was still crying heavily. She then stopped crying just to speak.<br/>""Elizabeth Wellington. Private. And I killed this man. I'm a monster."" Lizzy said, returning to crying. She couldn't believe that she killed the farmer. Real or not, it ate her soul.<span style=""font-style: italic"">I'd rather rather loose my leg to a landmine, than have killed this farmer.</span>Lizzy thought to herself. She then pulled out her pistol. She then pressed it against her head, but she let her arm go limp. She couldn't kill herself. Something stopped her from killing herself. Lizzy than stood up, wiped the tears from her eyes, and walked up to Saito.<br/>""What's the<span style=""font-style: italic"">*sniffle*</span>directive?"" Lizzy asked, still with sadness in her voice."
6102,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=550,2014-12-13T07:49:00,Fesconia,"<div align=""Center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Sycona Mattix</span></div><br/><br/>When the aircraft they were in suddenly shook, Sycona didn't worry so much, thinking that it must be normal turbulence. Nothing to worry about. But then when they were told to line up immediately and began parachuting off, she began worrying, wondering if something had gone wrong. Had ten minutes gone by so quickly? She calmed herself and prepared to jump, double checking for the fifth time her parachute pack as she stood in line with the other cadets, slowly coming closer and closer to the edge. It was no use wondering about the plane's condition now. If something had indeed gone wrong, they were going to jump off and it didn't matter anymore.<br/><br/>Everything seemed to slow down as Sycona waited for her turn to jump. She had to admit that she did feel a little afraid even though she knew it was just a simulation. It seemed so real, and though her logical brain knew it was fake and nothing to worry about, her most primitive human instincts told her this was dangerous. She tensed as the person in front of her leaped, ready for her own turn. She then took a step forward and after taking a deep breath, jumped.<br/><br/>The shock that resulted took her by complete surprise. It felt as if she had just slammed into a solid wall of air which pushed the air out of her lungs, cutting her screams short. She got to her senses and steered herself into position, spreading her arms and legs to maximise surface area and increase drag, slowing her speed of descent. Her initial panic was replaced by wonder as she became hypnotised by the scenery below her. For a moment she forgot about everything else and that the view beneath her was not enemy territory. Sycona had seen aerial photographs like this before, but seeing it for yourself was a totally different experience altogether. Catching sight of a parachute opening in the corner of her vision broke her out of her trance and suddenly brought the entire situation flooding back into her brain. She was still some distance above the height at which she had seen the parachute open, and so she decided to wait until she was at the same height, taking in the now magnified scenery one last time, trying to match it with the map she had seen in the briefing. She pulled her parachute open and felt a sudden jerk, but this time she had been expecting it and the shock wasn't so great. She began descending, much slower than before.<br/><br/>Sycona hit the ground and immediately turned around, taking in her surroundings and looking for any sign of danger. She was in enemy territory now, and all alone. This was not at all how she had been expecting the battle to go. She appeared to have landed in a clearing with trees around her. As she took her parachute off and bundled it into a bush near to her, roots of fear began building up inside her. Where was everyone else? Taking out her M1 Thompson gun, she slowly began moving in the direction she was sure went towards the river. She had to get to the river's edge, and then she wonder what to do from there next. She hoped there would be others there once she got there too. If not, well, she didn't want to think of what that would mean."
6103,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=550,2014-12-13T11:03:00,Corrian,"Kylie was hiding by herself, when she heard a click that she identified immediately as a guns. For a moment she thought she was gonna be dead already from being a coward, and death in a simulation or not, the thought of death really terrified her. But as soon as the voice spoke, it was in clear English from what she could hear, and it sounded like someone on their side, not an enemy. Still, she proceeded to freak out a little.<br/><br/>""Don't shoot, don't shoot! I'm not an enemy! I'm on your side!"" Kylie freaked, breathing heavily and suddenly moving around widely after she spoke, her limbs flailing around as she backed up closer to the rock that she had found herself hiding behind. She held her gun up a little, just in case the girl was one of those Cadet's that were solely here for the glory and wanted to kill their own Invictus people, though she had a feeling if the girl did that, she'd get in trouble instead, not benefit her or anything. But she didn't point her gun directly at her, and even if she did, the poor, seemingly innocent girl in front of Jessica right now looked super scared and shaky. Like the girl wasn't cut out for this, and shouldn't be here in the first place."
6104,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=550,2014-12-13T14:02:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Johannes Sundberg</span></span></div><br/>After listening to everyone else on the plane, Johan decided that he had to concentrate on other things. Mostly, on the fight.<br/>He checked on his equipment, made sure his parachute was in the right place, and hoped he didn't screw things up for himself or who he might be working with later on. when the time came that he needed to get up and ready for the jump, he did. And quite enthusiastically as well. Someone came yelling for him to tie his weapon down, but he already had. This was no time for naievety. No time for childish questions. His skill would be most useful in this battle.<br/><br/>At 'Jump and Clear', Johan confidently moved up and jumped off the ramp just in the right way. It wasn't perfect, but it was enough to get him to the ground safely enough, unless he collided with something stupid, like a rock or a tree. He was whooping with excitement as he descended, and finally touched down on a patch of soil, most likely a farmground. Also, a bit smoother than others. The first thing he did was drop down, to make sure no one with a gun had immediately seen him. On his belly, he quickly gathered up his crumpled chute and set it aside. No use for it now, obviously. Johannes then took his carbine up at the center of his chest so that it was ready if and when a threat was in sight. Crouching low, Johan quickly moved from one piece of cover to the other, getting down when he saw it fit. Once, he'd seen a water buffalo and its young. Assuming that they were headed for the river, given their nature, he followed them. Close enough to his destination, Johan found someone else. A lady soldier. She was taller than himself, him being 4'8"". But seeing the Thompson in her hands, he recognized her as an ally. But because jumping out at her wasn't a good idea, he raised his gun and crouched down.<br/><br/>""Psst."" he started off. ""Invictus?""<br/><br/>That was all he had to ask. She was faced towards the river. Johan had his finger on the trigger, and if she dared turn fast as if to shoot, he would do so as well. She had an auto, but he had an advantage. His voice was soft enough that one couldn't discern from which direction he was coming from, but it was behind, for sure.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Timothy Sutcliffe</span></span></div><br/>Nothing like a First-Class cabin either, but that hardly mattered at the moment. There was barking and yelling on the plane, and then there was the jump. Tim readied his MG and nodded to himself for reassurance. Too bad his buddies couldn't be here with him. But this, was the first step to change. He couldn't become frustrated here. Not now. War wasn't something you screwed up at. Nervous, maybe. You have every right to be nervous in war, but Timothy felt differently. He wasn't afraid. He wasn't ecstatic either. He was floating somewhere in between, not sure whether he was supposed to be scared or happy that he was going to jump off a damn Skytrain.<br/><br/>The jump didn't go so well for Tim, sadly. The drop with his chute was fine enough, but the landing was rather ungraceful. A tree branch clipped his right leg, causing him to fall on his side in the moist jungle floor. Not as he had wanted. Stupid tree.<br/>At least it didn't break anything. Timothy rose up onto his knees. His arm was sore, but it was going to be fine, surely. His machinegun came straight up once he had kicked his parachute aside, under a row of bushes. Wanting to be sure that he didn't run into anything nasty, he moved quickly through thick foliage, until he came over what sounded like other people. One, a sobbing voice, the other a more demanding one. He sounded professional.<br/><br/>""Who's out there?"" he called over to Saito and Lizzy, holding his machinegun up at their silhouettes. Taking a closer look, he noticed wings. Like that pair on the Jap's back from on the plane. But he couldn't be too sure. ""Officer from the plane?"" he asked, not having recalled or heard the Colonel's name."
6105,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=550,2014-12-13T18:24:00,Rob Halfordia,"Ryan had landed not too far away from Kylie, on a small hill in a field about 150 yards away. But he had twisted his ankle as he hit the ground. He had a feeling the MG and all the ammo would add an extra risk to the plummet, and he should have heeded the hunch. However, he had little time to dwell on it, as he quickly noticed an enemy patrol of 15 at the bottom of he hill. He looked around, trying to find some kind of cover as they came up. However, with his ankle slightly hurt, and all the gear he was carrying, he doubted he could make it. So, he hunkered down in a patch of tall grass on the hill, and set up a defensive position. If he laid down enough fire, he could attempt to trick the enemy forces into thinking that there was more than him there. The enemy patrol was about 50 meters away, and he began laying down fire, and they scattered for cover. Ryan wasn't being too precise, because he wasn't trying to be accurate, he was trying to fool the soldiers. So instead of short burst, he took long burst of continuous fire, and tossed a grenade. He also hoped that any nearby friendlies might hear he commotion, and attempt to help."
6106,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=550,2014-12-13T18:50:00,Legatia,"Alexandria sat in the plane, clad in the atypical<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://www.atthefront.com/us/packagedeals/images/paratrooperimpression/us_pkg_para_impression_main.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">uniform</a>of a paratrooper of the era, grasping the wooden handle of the<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://www.thespecialistsltd.com/files/M1_Carbine_Paratrooper.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">M1 Carbine</a>in her hands. She'd tucked her long hair under the<a class=""postlink"" href=""https://c1.staticflickr.com/9/8318/7948791642_19d693af14_z.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">steel helmet</a>, marked with a spade and covered with webbing. She wore a<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://www.extremesupply.com/Merchant2/graphics/00000001/600x600/hjc/hjc_outerwear_balaclava.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">black balaclava</a>under the helmet, masking all but her odd-colored eyes- setting off her guise of trying to mask her appearance from her comrades. Tucked into a holster on her left was a simple<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/2/26/M1911A1.png/300px-M1911A1.png"" rel=""nofollow"">M1911 handgun</a>, on her right in a sheathe a<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://www.kabar.com/images/about/famous-knife/1217_h_lg.png"" rel=""nofollow"">KA-BAR combat utility knife</a>.<br/><br/>As soon as the go-ahead was given, she jumped out of the plane, waiting a few seconds and deploying her primary chute, deploying with little issue. However, she, well, sticked the landing.<br/><br/>Sort of.<br/><br/>Landing in a tree, she took the KA-BAR and cut the cord, falling about 10 feet to the ground. Thankfully she rolled when she hit the ground, but unfortunately, it sprained her lower leg a little bit. Alexandria cringed a little bit, but nodded, pulling out her rifle and running to the fray.<br/><br/>She immediately dropped when she heard voices in Korean. Identifying them quickly, she fired off two rounds.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Clack Clack</span><br/><br/>Two bodies dropped dead.<br/><br/>She smirked, pulling the bolt of her rifle as she headed to go find any others."
6107,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=550,2014-12-13T23:55:00,Isle of Lithonia,"<blockquote><div><cite>TriStates <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22778273#p22778273"">wrote</a>:</cite>At the same time, neither Aer Vis nor Invictus would be neglected. The STAG Air League would be intercepted in the skies above the Korean shores by <a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mikoyan-Gurevich_MiG-15"" rel=""nofollow"">MiG-15's</a>, as well as older but more numerous <a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Yakovlev_Yak-9"" rel=""nofollow"">Yak-9</a> and <a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lavochkin_La-9"" rel=""nofollow"">La-9</a> prop-drive fighters. Not to mention Anti-aircraft batteries that were stationed in legion across the shoreline and inner areas.<br/><br/>As for the brave, but fool-hardy paratroopers of the black flag league. KPA Infantry and armored divisions from Seoul had already been rerouted, and were on the way to relieve the beleaguered defenders of Incheon. As things stand, with their forces combat-green and scattered, they'd have to hold their positions by the steel in their spines and by the brass of their bullets before the sim was done.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">With OPFOR forces in route, the ball was in cadets court. Lets see what they do with it...</span> thought Mac.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">At the Aer Vis Rendezvous Point.</span></span><br/><br/>It had taken exactly ten minutes to reach the bomber squadron, just as Jason had predicted. Thankfully the bombers hadn't been attacked as of yet, and thus the escorts were able to take their time and form up. The Colonel had the bulk of the fighters form up around the bombers, a few flights being used as something like forward scouts, moving ahead of the group and watching for enemies. Jason had his own flight towards the front and above of the bombers, giving him a better view of everything going on.<br/><br/>When the group formed, he had them all head towards Inchon slowly, hoping to get word from Invictus on areas that needed a bit of a clearing out. As they moved, Jason looked around him, above, to the sides, even behind him as much as was possible. If MAC was worth his salt, the large conglomeration of Aer Vis planes would soon be attacked by enemy forces. He didn't need to wait long to prove this true...<br/><br/>The call came out over the radio. One of the forward scouts had made contact with enemy forces, and they were beginning to swarm towards Jason's wing. The scouts indicated that there were Yaks, some Fritz's, and... Yes, they had even identified some Migs. Of course, the prior two types of planes couldn't compete with the F-9Fs individually. However, they had come in quite the swarm, and thus their sheer number would be a problem. The Migs on the other hand, well, they could outperform the fighters that Aer Vis had at its disposal for this mission. And the Colonel had to be paying careful attention to make certain this threat was dealt with appropriately. Thankfully, the Migs weren't too great in number, otherwise they'd be pretty well screwed.<br/><br/>Jason popped his neck, already itching to blow some fuckers sky high. ""Wing, break formation. Flights one through five, we will break off and move to intercept the enemy fighters. Flights six through eight, hang back and defend the bombers. Bomber squadron, keep your formation loose so as to present less of a target for the AA guns. Maintain current heading toward Inchon.<br/><br/>""Panther Flight, on me.""<br/><br/>He turned his plane, working to slowly climb above the enemy forces, and maybe even catch those fuckers by surprise."
6108,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=575,2014-12-14T08:11:00,Fesconia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><div align=""center"">Sycona Mattix</div></span><br/><br/>Sycona had been walking for a short while now, heading towards the river. Or at least what she was sure the direction she was headed in led to, based on her landing. The small forest of trees although not too thick was still dense enough for her to lose her bearings if she didn't focus. Just when she was expecting to reach the river soon enough, she heard a soft voice come from behind her. Having come all this way without seeing or having come across another human being, it took her by surprise. She froze in her spot for a moment, but then slowly turned around, scanning her surroundings for anything out of the ordinary that could pose as a threat. Even though she was sure the voice had said 'Invictus', she didn't want to take any chances in case it was an enemy. Keeping her gun firmly held, ready to shoot, she noticed the source of the sound and locked her eyes on the boy, who also had his weapon raised at her.<br/><br/>""Yes"", she whispered, replying to his question. ""Yes, I'm invictus too.""-she said again, louder this time. She was glad to finally see another fellow soldier after all this time. So she hadn't accidentally ended up in the wrong place after all. Or perhaps they both had. Realising she still had her gun raised, she lowered her arm and continued.<br/>""Where is everyone else? Shouldn't there be more of us?"" She asked the boy, though she doubted he would know the answer either. It was all so confusing. The briefing had seemed so much more simpler than how things were going on right now. Maybe this was just how war was in real life, not how the video games presented it. She still couldn't believe their was all a simulation. She couldn't imagine all the processing power needed to produce something of this vast complexity, especially for every single one of them here."
6109,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=575,2014-12-14T15:16:00,Corrian,"Callandra, of course, followed right behind Jason the whole way as she was supposed to do. She kept relatively silent unless spoken to for some reason or other, focusing on flying to their rendezvous point instead of chatter. And they shouldn't be casually chatting, anyway, focusing on their task instead of casual conversation. Casual conversation was for between simulation scenarios, not while they were IN the simulations. At least, not for most of the time of the simulation, anyway.<br/><br/>""Let the fun begin"" Callandra said dramatically as they were informed about the swarm headed their way to try and take them out. She was so ready for this. She knew it would be a load of explosive fun. It typically was when doing these things, after all. Sure, it could also get a bit tense and stressful, but hey, that stressful adrenaline was part of the fun as far as she was concerned. And while she would rather not get shot down, taking things seriously, she knew that if she did, it would also be less of a big deal, because she wouldn't actually die. And well, even if she did, she was pretty casual about that as well, living for the moment and all (and climbing up in rank and glory...)<br/><br/>As ordered, Callandra of course followed Jason, turning and pulling back her joystick to send her plane upwards like Jason had done. She climbed with him, keeping a reasonable distance from Jason so that they both didn't fail from a fiery collision, and made a comment as they did, getting what Jason's approach was at the moment.<br/><br/>""One of the biggest mistakes I've heard that any pilot makes, is not looking around them from all angles, not just all sides. So hopefully the enemy isn't bright enough to look up, eh?"" Callandra said, and by the tone of her voice, you could tell she was grinning, all the while keeping at a proper line behind or near Jason without venturing too far off course from him or anything like that."
6110,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=575,2014-12-14T17:07:00,Brechalht,ignore
6111,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=575,2014-12-14T20:10:00,TriStates,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Icrum""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Icrum <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22778951#p22778951"">wrote</a>:</cite>Lizzy looked up at the new arrival. She was still crying heavily. She then stopped crying just to speak. <br/>""Elizabeth Wellington. Private. And I killed this man. I'm a monster."" Lizzy said, returning to crying. She couldn't believe that she killed the farmer. Real or not, it ate her soul. <span style=""font-style: italic"">I'd rather rather loose my leg to a landmine, than have killed this farmer.</span> Lizzy thought to herself. She then pulled out her pistol. She then pressed it against her head, but she let her arm go limp. She couldn't kill herself. Something stopped her from killing herself. Lizzy than stood up, wiped the tears from her eyes, and walked up to Saito.<br/>""What's the <span style=""font-style: italic"">*sniffle*</span> directive?"" Lizzy asked, still with sadness in her voice.</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/>Colonel Saito Tsukuda's eyes narrowed as he listened to the cadets explaination, viewed what seemed to be a half-hearted suicide attempt.<br/><br/>""The<span style=""font-style: italic"">directive</span>, Private Wellington"" started Saito,""is to regroup with Invictus units toward the Han River."" Closing the distance between her and the girl, he measured her up. Piercing-brown eyes seemed to absorb all the details of the situation, while his face's wooden expression gave away nothing. ""But first..""<br/><br/>With a swift second movement, Saito wrenched the sidearm away Elizabeth's hand. With a flick of his index finger and thumb, he turned the weapon off of safety, and chambered a round into the previously unloaded firearm. ""If you going to do something, at least do it right."" Another movement of his hand flipped the safety off and uncocked the firing hammer. ""Second.. Don't disgrace me or my command by killing yourself when your league needs you most! If you're so eager to die, than at least take some of the enemy with you before you eject-out, instead of sacking us with more to do with less.""<br/><br/>His gaze caught the sight of the farmer again, still laying the dirt. Looking back at the still green soldier girl, Saito's granite visage cracked somewhat. His eyes softened. The change was small, but it was perceptible. ""Lastly... lastly.. A monster wouldn't feel remorse. And if those tears arn't that, then I don't know what is...""<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Saesta""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote class=""uncited""><div><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Timothy Sutcliffe</span></span></div><br/>Nothing like a First-Class cabin either, but that hardly mattered at the moment. There was barking and yelling on the plane, and then there was the jump. Tim readied his MG and nodded to himself for reassurance. Too bad his buddies couldn't be here with him. But this, was the first step to change. He couldn't become frustrated here. Not now. War wasn't something you screwed up at. Nervous, maybe. You have every right to be nervous in war, but Timothy felt differently. He wasn't afraid. He wasn't ecstatic either. He was floating somewhere in between, not sure whether he was supposed to be scared or happy that he was going to jump off a damn Skytrain.<br/><br/>The jump didn't go so well for Tim, sadly. The drop with his chute was fine enough, but the landing was rather ungraceful. A tree branch clipped his right leg, causing him to fall on his side in the moist jungle floor. Not as he had wanted. Stupid tree. <br/>At least it didn't break anything. Timothy rose up onto his knees. His arm was sore, but it was going to be fine, surely. His machinegun came straight up once he had kicked his parachute aside, under a row of bushes. Wanting to be sure that he didn't run into anything nasty, he moved quickly through thick foliage, until he came over what sounded like other people. One, a sobbing voice, the other a more demanding one. He sounded professional. <br/><br/>""Who's out there?"" he called over to Saito and Lizzy, holding his machinegun up at their silhouettes. Taking a closer look, he noticed wings. Like that pair on the Jap's back from on the plane. But he couldn't be too sure. ""Officer from the plane?"" he asked, not having recalled or heard the Colonel's name.</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/>The sudden intrusion of another voice drew Saito back into the present. Back into his role as Colonel Tsukuda. The Corporate-trained killer. Dropping to his knee, Saito spun on the heel of his right foot, which brought him into the general direction of where he believe the voice to have originated from. Thompson SMG at the ready, Saito returned a shout when her heard the voice continue, inquiring about him.<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Hai, hai!</span>"" replied Saito, ""Colonel Tsukuda. Now, stand-to and I.D. yourself trooper!""<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Corrian""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Corrian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22781737#p22781737"">wrote</a>:</cite>Kylie was hiding by herself, when she heard a click that she identified immediately as a guns. For a moment she thought she was gonna be dead already from being a coward, and death in a simulation or not, the thought of death really terrified her. But as soon as the voice spoke, it was in clear English from what she could hear, and it sounded like someone on their side, not an enemy. Still, she proceeded to freak out a little.<br/><br/>""Don't shoot, don't shoot! I'm not an enemy! I'm on your side!"" Kylie freaked, breathing heavily and suddenly moving around widely after she spoke, her limbs flailing around as she backed up closer to the rock that she had found herself hiding behind. She held her gun up a little, just in case the girl was one of those Cadet's that were solely here for the glory and wanted to kill their own Invictus people, though she had a feeling if the girl did that, she'd get in trouble instead, not benefit her or anything. But she didn't point her gun directly at her, and even if she did, the poor, seemingly innocent girl in front of Jessica right now looked super scared and shaky. Like the girl wasn't cut out for this, and shouldn't be here in the first place.</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/>The sudden pleading fit was the last thing Sergeant Major Jessica O'Flattery had been expecting. Nonetheless she reacted to the situation after a moments hesitation. Allowing the Grease Gun to fall out of her hands and hang from its shoulder strap, the senior non-com jumped forward, tackling the spazzing first year against the rock. One free hand apperhended Kylie's slopplily-held weapon, while the other went over her mouth, reducing any further protests to murmers.<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-weight: bold"">SHUSH</span>-shush! Shhhh!"" Jessica commanded in a whisper of her own. ""Calm ye'erself you wee bambi! What ye' want t'whole forest t'knae we are 're?!"" Accent as thick as icing on a cake, the aggeitated Sergeant finally let go of the cadet, though she seemed to be ready to slap the seal of silence on Kylie again if she continued her driveling. ""A word of advice, bambi,"" cautioned Jessica in a low-whisper, ""Silence is golden. But duc tape is silver. Control yourself, and don't make me use it so early on m'kay?...""<br/><br/>A sudden fusilade of weapon-fire drew Jessica's attention away from the younger cadet. It was nearby, as the continuous chatter of a light machinegun and small, but loud explosions could testify to.<br/><br/>""Sounds like someone found trouble."" muttered the Sergeant. Looking back at the cadet, still sprawled against the rock, she finished. ""What say we help them deal with it, bambi?"""
6112,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=575,2014-12-14T21:10:00,Corrian,"Kylie relaxed when Jessica put her weapon down, but only for a moment as Jessica lunged out at her, which got a panicked squeak out of her, then a sound along the lines of ""Mmmmmmmmmm!"" came from her when her mouth was covered and her gun was taken away from her. To say the least, she was a little freaked out again, and it showed in her expression around her eyes, because that part of your face could tell you a lot about how someone was feeling. But she didn't dare move or squirm away. That would probably go over even worse when you were being held by an authority figure, She barely understood what the girl said over her heavy accent, but she was pretty sure she got he gist of it.<br/><br/>Thankfully for herself and the other girl, after she took the hand off of Kylie, she said nothing, though still looked uneasy. To what the girl said, she simply nodded her head, almost seemingly too afraid to say a single thing now. In fact, after the weapons began firing off, to which she responded to with a gasp hearing gunshots so damn close, said gunshots startling her, she responded to the girls question then with nothing but a nod as well. Though how helpful she would be against people shooting back at her, seeing as she had a fear of other people with guns that weren't herself, because she didn't know who she could trust half the time, who knows. Either way, she pushed herself to her feet, and stuck her hands out to Jessica, as if waiting for her to hand her the gun back, now that she had relatively calmed down and all. Or, as calm as you could expect Kylie to be, anyway."
6113,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=575,2014-12-15T15:29:00,Isle of Lithonia,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Templar High Council <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22767098#p22767098"">wrote</a>:</cite>Aiden smiled at the eager sophomore. ""Alrighty then. Still waiting on word from whoever to move on out."" The cards were dealt, and the hands were played. Since the author doesn't want to actually deal cards again, he's going to skim over that part. ""How ya been, Miss Alice? S'been a while since I saw ya.""<br/></div></blockquote><br/>Alicea looked to the big man, that serious look never leaving her face. ""I've been fine, General. Nothing big. Just been practicing with my rifle, and waiting for something worthwhile to do. How about yourself?""<br/><br/>Honestly, the girl didn't care too much about how he was doing. Tex was a man, and a pretty damn typical jock type. And she was interested in neither. Now, Liraz, on the other hand...<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Dammit, I lost that hand.</span><br/><br/>Anyway, Liraz was a woman. Plus she was known as a damned good fighter, and Alice gave her that much...<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Brechalht <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22766787#p22766787"">wrote</a>:</cite><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">A sophmoric sophomore piped up: ""Look! Ester returned! Here to get stabbed again?""<br/>Her head swiveled, hair swinging around. <br/>""I won the simulation for us. Shut your mouth, or swim to another boat.""<br/>She swallowed slowly, and turned back around. <br/>""Yes, are the <span style=""font-style: italic"">masses</span>-"" she shot another look to the sophmore, ""-prepared for our landing? I don't want to have to take the battlefield alone.""<br/> <br/>""At your orders I will, but it is a bit too much work to finish in time for a reasonable nap.""<br/>She clarified, wanting to emphasis her capabilities to the imbeciles around her.</div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/>However, the girl's arrogance and brash self-confidence really pissed her off. And you know Alice, when she was pissed, she would let you know. Amazingly though, her face remained impassive throughout her tongue lashing of the bitch, even as her eyes were cold as... something really cold. ""Lieutenant Liraz, don't think so highly of yourself. You are not a one-woman army capable of wiping the whole fucking OPFOR on your own. You aren't some fucking juggernaut from those goddamned video games. You need the help of everyone else here if you wish to not get the fuck blown out of you. Hell, everyone is needed if we are to be successful. So cut the BS, and accept the fact that you aren't a motherfucking god of war.""<br/><br/>She turned to the sophomore that originally had insulted Liraz, and continued. ""As for you, Corporal Dickman, take that shit-talk of yours and shove it right back up your ass. One day you'll wake up to find yourself bleeding out as a result of your douchebaggery, unless you can learn to stick your boot down your throat. And I personally don't want to have your shit be one of the factors in making our platoon get eaten alive on the battlefield today. Understood?""<br/><br/>The man glared at her, then acknowledged her with a, ""Yes Ma'am.""<br/><br/>Alice nodded, then turned back to the card game.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Not a bad hand this time.</span><br/><br/>She threw two more cigarettes onto the pile. ""Raise."""
6114,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=575,2014-12-15T17:15:00,Brechalht,ignore
6115,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=575,2014-12-15T17:22:00,Brechalht,ignore
6116,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=575,2014-12-15T17:52:00,Isle of Lithonia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Brechalht <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22809704#p22809704"">wrote</a>:</cite>Leah raised an eyebrow, only slightly. She hadn't expected such a harsh response to obvious bluster and sarcasm, nor was she going to accept it.<br/><br/>""Alicea, perhaps you didn't notice the sarcasm, but I realize that I am not the 'juggernaut of combat' you mistakenly believe I claim to be. However, a small measure of pride and pasturing is in the cards for any member of Defion, we reserve that right. Keep an ear out for some playful sarcasm, and a cooler head might be useful also.""...<br/><br/>She put on a light smile.<br/><br/>""And by the looks of it, you have a bit of attitude yourself. You're of good Defion stock, I daresay. I am very glad you are on the beaches with us.""<br/>This time, she gave a larger smile, and gave Alicea a freindly pat on the back. She sat down next to Alicea and Tex.<br/>""I think she has a good hand this time, or else the smirk on her face is permanent."" She offered a silly smirk of her own.<br/>""And I prefer the title 'Goddess of War', not 'God', friend.""</div></blockquote><br/>Most people held grudges. Most people, once they got angry, wouldn't let go of it quickly. Hell, most people got really pissed when they were shown to be wrong.<br/><br/>But Alice was different. If anything, she was glad... Aw hell. She's still as impassive as ever. Well, at least the anger in her eyes disappeared. And what is this?!?! She's grinning?!?! Well, it's more like a half-smirk, but even this is a rare occurrence for her. Still, she looks almost as if she's bored or something... Damn, it's getting difficult to understand her facial expressions.<br/><br/>Anyway, we know that she wasn't angry any more. She replied to Liraz, in a no longer harsh voice. ""I'm glad I was wrong then, Lieutenant. Forgive me for my harsh words, since I obviously misunderstood your intent. Sometimes my ability to read others isn't as good as I might like.""<br/><br/>She took a look at her cards, face back to completely serious mode. ""Nevertheless, when on the field of battle, I expect you to refer to me as Major Atami, or Ma'am. Alicea or Alice, or whatever the hell you like (just not Al, or I'll tear out your entrails) is fine off the battlefield. But I do wish to maintain a form of decorum while we're out here.""<br/><br/>When the girl made her comment about preferring ""goddess"" as her title, Alice nearly chuckled. At least I think she nearly chuckled. Well, it could've just been that her throat was tickling her... ""Well then, I'll call you either Athena or Miss Goddess when we are in less formal circumstances.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Queen of Hearts? I've almost got a royal flush.</span>""Raise."""
6117,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=575,2014-12-15T19:58:00,TriStates,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Aer Vis""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Brechalht <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22798425#p22798425"">wrote</a>:</cite>Ashcroft heard the reports over the radio, and watched as the bomber squadron slowly spread further apart to avoid anti-aircraft fire.<br/>He clicked on the mic. <br/>""Mays, Wallace, keep us flying and make sure the guns keep firing.""<br/>""Roger, Commander."" Came the terse reply from the Central Fire Control.<br/><br/>Shortly thereafter, the machine guns started up, their rounds peppering the sky in search of the elusive fighters that dove and shot past the bombers.<br/><br/>Out of the corner of his eye, he saw a bomber begin weaving back and forth, apparently trying to avoid the incoming attack.<br/><br/>Enraged, Ashcroft switched to the group frequency. <br/>""Fly straight, cowards! We are a pack, not a herd!""<br/><br/>The bomber, mid turn, was struck by a barrage of shells that riddled its flank. Sensing the weakness, a MIG dove down on the cockpit, its machine guns devastating the forward portion of the plane.<br/><br/>The dying beast made a lazy turn to the left, and began loosing altitude. <br/><br/>""Holy... Tillens, on our 1!""<br/>Ashcroft's bomber made a quick bank to the left, offering the bombardier and right gunners a view of the shattered plane falling next to them, then far below.<br/><br/>Returning to the flight path, Sergeant Evelyn turned on her mic and addressed Daniel.<br/>""Bombardier, we are on minute from hitting the bridge, be ready.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Isle of Lithonia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22790559#p22790559"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">At the Aer Vis Rendezvous Point.</span></span><br/><br/>It had taken exactly ten minutes to reach the bomber squadron, just as Jason had predicted. Thankfully the bombers hadn't been attacked as of yet, and thus the escorts were able to take their time and form up. The Colonel had the bulk of the fighters form up around the bombers, a few flights being used as something like forward scouts, moving ahead of the group and watching for enemies. Jason had his own flight towards the front and above of the bombers, giving him a better view of everything going on.<br/><br/>When the group formed, he had them all head towards Inchon slowly, hoping to get word from Invictus on areas that needed a bit of a clearing out. As they moved, Jason looked around him, above, to the sides, even behind him as much as was possible. If MAC was worth his salt, the large conglomeration of Aer Vis planes would soon be attacked by enemy forces. He didn't need to wait long to prove this true...<br/><br/>The call came out over the radio. One of the forward scouts had made contact with enemy forces, and they were beginning to swarm towards Jason's wing. The scouts indicated that there were Yaks, some Fritz's, and... Yes, they had even identified some Migs. Of course, the prior two types of planes couldn't compete with the F-9Fs individually. However, they had come in quite the swarm, and thus their sheer number would be a problem. The Migs on the other hand, well, they could outperform the fighters that Aer Vis had at its disposal for this mission. And the Colonel had to be paying careful attention to make certain this threat was dealt with appropriately. Thankfully, the Migs weren't too great in number, otherwise they'd be pretty well screwed.<br/><br/>Jason popped his neck, already itching to blow some fuckers sky high. ""Wing, break formation. Flights one through five, we will break off and move to intercept the enemy fighters. Flights six through eight, hang back and defend the bombers. Bomber squadron, keep your formation loose so as to present less of a target for the AA guns. Maintain current heading toward Inchon.<br/><br/>""Panther Flight, on me.""<br/><br/>He turned his plane, working to slowly climb above the enemy forces, and maybe even catch those fuckers by surprise.</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Hmmm...</span><br/><br/>Mac was thoughful as he appraised the battle through the point of view the virtual intellegences under his control. Invictus was still scattered for the most part. Their forces having been dropped relativly close to their objective, though still spread helter-skelter across the city outskirts. A few disorganized skirmishes between KPA soldiers and the Black Flag paratroopers had begun in some locations. For the cadets sake, Mac hoped they would get their act together and proceed to dig in along the Han River. Otherwise, they would be absolulty massacred by Mac's incoming armored brigades.<br/><br/>Aer Vis was preforming expertly, having joined the fray relativly recently. They had nonetheless managed to make an impression on Mac's defending forces. Good marks would be earned by them for that, though the aerial acrobatics was far from over. Mac still had a few hoops for those Fly Boys & Girls to jump through.<br/><br/>Leviathan and Defion had yet to arrive on the scene. The latter, looking deciedly uninspired, as officers played poker while the enlisted cadets shot the shit with each other. Mac couldn't help but chuckle.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Lets see how things develop..</span><br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>""Gāisǐ de! Wing Leader! We have incoming enemy forces, and they have climb on us!"" shouted a skiddish-sounding PLA pilot to Captain Jian Huang. As the Chinese volunteer officer glanced high above his canopy, he could see that his subordinate was correct. As it was, it would take a miracle for the enemy UN fighters to not see their enemy beneath them.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Leverage... leverage</span>thought Jian as he throttled his disadvantage La-9 prop fighter forward.<br/><br/>""Attention formation! MiG units! Break off your attack, and begin your climb to intercept those American fighters! Yak-9 & La-9 units, continue assualting those bombers. If you find yourself target by the American fighter screens, break off and attack them in packs of three. We cannot stand triumphant one-to-one with them yet!""<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Saeloun mogpyo leul eodgi!</span>Tilt thirty-five, incline point seventy-five degrees!<span style=""font-style: italic"">Sagyeog!</span>"" demanded the KPA AA battery commander, as his gun crews worked frantically in adjusting their weapons, pausing only a second afterwards, before continuing their barrage. Black plums of smoke erupted in the skies above them. Sometimes, a bright, orange flare of light greeted the gunners sight. The sight was followed shortly after by the uncontrolled descent of an American heavy bomber, as it impacted the Korean shoreline with a heavy roar.<br/><br/>Smiling as a cheer went up from his men manning the battery at the sight of the bombers demise, the Battery Commander called over his signalman. Looking at his watch, he urged the signalman to hurry over with the backpack radio.<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Eoi, Eoi!</span>This is Aerial Screen One to Fighter Screen Two. Come in.""<br/><br/>A short pause and pop of static was followed by a reply.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">""Fighter Screen Two here. This is Red Bear-Actual. How may we assist?</blockquote><br/><br/>""Our crews are doing well against the initial wave, as is Fighter Screen One. But we may require additional deployment of forces. Can you assist, over?""<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">...Red Bear-Actual here. We roger. We are several minutes out from interception. Fighter Screen Two Wing Leader...</blockquote><br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>""...Out."" finished Captian Ludymia Litvyak. Severing the radio connection with North Korean ground forces, she opened a channel with the rest of her flyers. A few of them were similarly equipped like her. Piloting a Soviet-built MiG jetcraft. Most however, were stuck flying the prop-engine relics from the Second World War.<br/><br/>Fighter Screen One, the unit of Communist coalition pilots that had entered the fray before her, were already in the midst of the attacking UN forces. It was her job, as the second wave, to stop the remaining enemy elements. Reports had come down the grape vine that the enemy paratroopers had made it, more or less, in one peice. Even as the air war evolved in the skies above, they were probably making it to their designated objectives. Something they would do even easier with assistance from those damnable bombers!"
6118,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=575,2014-12-15T20:51:00,Republic of Hasgriu,"Daniel was just slightly nervous about the wave of OPFOR fighters flying towards the bomber formation. But the B-29 lived up to its name, 'Superfortress', and continued to fly steadily to their target. But from the radio broadcasts, some of the other bombers were less lucky. A Yak-9 swooped past the front of the cockpit, causing Daniel to flinch in shock, snapping him out of his daydream. He quickly adhered to Ashcroft's command, and began preparing for the bombing run.<br/><br/>Daniel quickly calculated the wind speed, and input the number into the Norden bombsight's computer. Then, he grabbed the sighting telescope, and began looking for the bridge. He consulted his map, and rapidly located the target. His internal clock told him he had twenty more seconds. Daniel lifted his head, mopped away some sweat, and said,""Bombsight prepared, sir! It should be correcting the flight path right now."" He pushed away a tuft of hair in his vision. His job was done. Now, it was up to the rest of the crew to get them to the drop point and back alive."
6119,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=575,2014-12-16T09:29:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Johannes Sundberg</span></span></div><br/>Vigilant as ever, Johannes looked around one last time before sighing and cautiously stepping out into the clearing. Given a closer look, Johan was now sure that this girl was indeed from Invictus. He shrugged simply to her question, unsure himself of where all the other Cadets were, but right now he had a mission to get over and done with. As he stalked past her and into another row of bushes and vines he said, ""Don't worry about that. We'll find them sooner or later. Right now we've got to keep an eye out for the enemy.""<br/><br/>It didn't look like Johan was himself at all. The day before he seemed carefree and naïve. But here he seemed prepared and seasoned in combat. He wasn't, but he had an idea of what it felt like, what with all the movies and documentaries he had watched with his uncle prior to his admission into the academy. He was most excited by this experience, even though there was a chance of him dying. About a foot into another patch of greenery, he glanced back and gestured for the girl to follow.<br/><br/>""Johannes Sundberg, Private, Invictus. You?""<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Timothy Sutcliffe</span></span></div><br/>That was quick. Good. Very good. Being with an officer this early on was a good thing, as far as Timothy knew. He carefully stepped over a thick branch in his way, holding his machine gun up. Not facing the Colonel or the other Private, more like.. Just, up. Towards the sky.<br/><br/>""Timothy Sutcliffe, Private of the Invictus League..."" he said in his refined accent, panting and shaking his head. ""I have to say. It's a relief seeing you lot. Thought I'd run into KPA the moment I hit the ground, really.""<br/><br/>Finally, after the fall, Timothy felt his heart beating faster than needed. That moment when he called over to the two silhouettes, he thought he would find himself at combat. But it turned out differently. His pulse slowed quickly at finding out that he'd found allies. In the distance he could hear the sounds of heavy gunfire and planes. Big fight, for real. The environment was as clear and realistic as could be, and he liked it, though the pressure had begun to eat at him. His fingers constantly moved to the trigger of his machine gun as he whipped his head about to face sounds he might've thought were enemy movements."
6120,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=575,2014-12-16T12:47:00,Corrian,"""Shit, it looks like they've caught wind of our attack"" Callandra said into the communication system, looking around out her windows and noticing a shift of movement from the planes below like that hadn't been stupid like she had been hoping for, where they wouldn't look up to see them...But it appeared that they weren't dumb after all, as she had been hoping, though honestly expecting them to be dumb she knew was a bit silly on her part. Just hopeful. With that aspect of the situation clear as day, she braced herself for a major attack, and a giant whirlwind of explosive fun..."
6121,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=575,2014-12-16T13:37:00,Fesconia,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Sycona Mattix</span></div><br/><br/>Sycona watched the boy emerge into the clearing, her weapon still pointed to the ground at her side. When he shrugged to her question, she looked around once again, straining to look through the foliage, hoping to catch sight of other Invictus forces. She nodded at his statement, agreeing to keep walking and keep a lookout for the enemy. It was better than just standing there like sitting ducks, waiting for the Communists to come get them. They also had a better chance of regrouping with the rest of Invictus if they kept going towards the river. ""Sycona Mattix, Private, Invictus."" She said, replying to Johannes, which was the boy's name.<br/><br/>Raising her gun again, Sycona began following him. She kept as low as possible and following his example, always keeping herself covered by trees or bushes, or anything that could protect them were they to come under fire by the Koreans. He was right, they did have to be ready at all times in case of an ambush. Sycona was still quite unsure of their exact location, having lost her bearings since after the landing. Until they came out of the forest, she had no landmarks she could use to judge their position based on the map she had seen at the briefing. But Johannes seemed to know what he was doing, so she wasn't that worried. It was much easier in video games, where you could call up a map simply by clicking a button. Too bad real life was different. Or a real life<span style=""font-style: italic"">simulation</span>, she thought to herself.<br/><br/>Before she could go any further, she heard the sound of distant gunfire (Ryan), and immediately turned in it's direction, suddenly very aware. She shot a glance at Johannes and shifted her current trajectory to follow the sound, beckoning him to do the same.<br/>""I think that's where we're supposed to be. Let's go."" She said to Johannes, starting towards the sound, which was hopefully where they had to be."
6122,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=575,2014-12-16T14:32:00,Isle of Lithonia,"Jason heard Cal's report, and sure enough there were Migs breaking off from the main formation and screaming up towards his flight. ""Alright Panther Flight, they're coming for us. Use our height to your advantage, and lets give these bastards hell from above.<br/><br/>""Flights one through three, hit the Migs head on. Flights four and five, engage the Yaks and Fritz's. Flights six through eight, keep your formations as intact as possible. Hit the prop fighters that you and Bomber Squadron Ten encounter, and keep together so they can't use their numbers to the fullest. a two to one advantage in their favor is fine, but don't let it get any higher if you can help it. It'll take longer to defeat them all, but the bombers' gunners will hold them off long enough.<br/><br/>""Bomber Squadron Ten, maintain current heading. Keep those guns alive boys, and knock as many of those fuckers down as possible. This is what you all received those hundreds of hours of training for.<br/><br/>""Hoo-Aah?""<br/><br/>The radio resounded with a hundred Hoo-Aahs as Aer Vis hurtled into the thick of the battle.<br/><br/>Jason pushed his plane into a dive, heading straight for the incoming Migs.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Alright you bastards, let's dance.</span><br/><br/>Quickly, his pupils narrowed into slits as his world erupted in flame and gunfire. His fangs were bared as he smiled. This was what he was meant to do. This was his life.<br/><br/>And this is how you knock a Mig to fuck. He laughed as the bastard's plane ripped apart, its engines torn by his gunfire.<span style=""font-style: italic"">One down, and many more to go.</span>"
6123,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=575,2014-12-16T19:43:00,Corrian,"""Hoo-aah!"" Callandra shouted after the orders had been given and they were now descending down into the thick of the tense combat. At this point, while still obviously staying in the same general realm as him, she broke off from Jason's immediate path she was following to engage one of the incoming Mig's, which her descent immediately locked a head on collision with if you were stupid. Of course, she wasn't, knowing exactly what she was doing by descending rapidly towards an incoming Mig who was ascending rapidly towards her.<br/><br/>""I got gravity on my side you asshole. Let's see who has the better aim, eh?"" Callandra said to herself, no radio communication involved with that comment. Obviously, like she said, due to her advantage with gravity, she was flying at him much faster than he was able to ascend. And she also hoped, and expected that her guns might find a benefit with the gravity as well, though she felt that her hopefully superior skills would also be beneficial.<br/><br/>The gap between the two of them was shrinking more and more by the second. Maybe this would be considered reckless, she wasn't sure, but how she saw it, it was a sound strategy of hers. As the gap got smaller and smaller, her finger rested on the trigger button, ready to press it any second now...<br/><br/>And she did, the pilot of the plane she was shooting at following suit shortly later. But while they were both good, she started firing first, from a longer range, and still managed to, for the most part, successfully hit her target. Meanwhile, the man shooting at her started later, and also wasn't as good at lining up just right for the shot as she was. Multiple shots went whizzing by her windows, but for her target, multiple shots penetrated their plane, particularly the wing, which immediately became all torn and trashed from the shots, eventually the damage managing to tear the wing off and sending the mans plane into a spiral. At this point, since there was a burning wreckage still barreling at her, she did the obvious thing, which she was going to do from the start because she wasn't some idiot with a death wish of a plane crashing into her, turned her joystick and pulled away from the crashing plane, missing the plane with ease, none of that silly close call bullshit that happens in every dogfight in a movie crap (At least not yet. It's not like close calls don't happen). The other mans plane was, of course, still spiraling, but his plane wasn't doing a whole lot of ascending anymore, doing quite the opposite...<br/><br/>""One shit head down, several to go"" Callandra said, this time into the comm's to confirm that one target was down. With that in order, she began pulling her plane back around, to get back into line, and also to line up for her next attack...Hopefully with nobody coming up on her tail to try and shoot her down in the process."
6124,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=575,2014-12-17T11:38:00,Brechalht,ignore
6125,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=575,2014-12-18T13:25:00,Eridanus 3,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">First Lieutenant Corinthi</span></span><br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 50px;""></span>As he gained consciousness in the simulator, the young Lieutenant rumbled through his mind, trying to recall where he was. He was pretty sure he had been alone in his stick, but that was the most ideal situation. He then remembered their faces, stern and emotionless. That was before the Douglas took a hit in the right wing engine. The crew then proceeded to get the hell out of the plane, which dropped its attached glider, carrying our sole M4A4(E8) Sherman tank. The Ingvar got up, and checked off all his gear. His M1911 45. ACP was accounted for, along with two spare sticks of ammunition. He had his pack and gear, which he swiftly gathered and prepared to move out. He had, however, lost his BAR in the rush to get the hell out, so some good old Korea farmer had just gotten himself a brand new, fully-automatic hunting rifle. He brought his pistol up to bear. There was a penalty for dozing off during briefings, namely that you have no idea what you are going to expect. He pulled out his compass, and began a long hike northward.<br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 50px;"">The problem with airborne drops is that you always find yourself alone. Having to be completely silent through more than an hour of dangerous movement behind enemy lines isn't exactly the best way to go about life. Why? Because eventually, after you strolled through enough hills, and you see enough of the same green landscape, you feel a bit lost. When you get a bit lost, you get out your map. Unfortunately, when you get out your map, you make a helluva lot of noise. That's when somebody decides that they <span style=""font-style: italic"">really</span>, <span style=""font-style: italic"">REALLY</span> hate your guts. The lieutenant did happen to go through these pieces of events, and naturally found himself taking more than a few rounds of ammunition from well... Somewhere. So he decided to play it safe and called out to whoever was trying to ruin his day, screaming ""Hey! I'm just trying to enjoy myself here! ""Oddball? That you out there? You Invictus? If so, would you kindly remind yourself to identify as friendly before shooting me? If not, then would the person in question stop shooting for a moment so I can come over there and thoroughly kick your ass?"" He braced against a small ditch he had been using for cover. The shooter or shooters were out in a treeline in front of him... ""helluva mornin' ain't it?"" he muttered to himself.</span>"
6126,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=575,2014-12-19T08:12:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Johannes 'Jakt Räv' Sundberg</span></span></div><br/>Johannes continued in the path that the water buffaloes had gone, but Sycona, this girl he'd just met, was going in a completely different direction where gunfire could be heard. He stopped in his tracks and looked back, a frustrated look on his face.<br/><br/>""The river's this way!"" he hissed at her, pointing frantically at the quickly receding ass of a water buffalo as she nudged her calves from the fox-splicer. But the sound he'd heard was of a familiar gun. Something his tutor had said was used by Allied Forces more than once in the previous wars. It could be someone that needed help. Someone who'd accidentally come across KPA forces. That couldn't be good. Taking one last glance at the water buffalo, Johan faced his body towards Sycona and sighed.<br/><br/>""So? Which way are we going? It's your call. I can only hope you're making the right decision here."" he told her, dropping down to one knee and looking around quickly. No sounds or smells out of the ordinary. Everything was good for now."
6127,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=575,2014-12-20T21:12:00,TriStates,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Corrian""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Corrian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22801067#p22801067"">wrote</a>:</cite>Kylie relaxed when Jessica put her weapon down, but only for a moment as Jessica lunged out at her, which got a panicked squeak out of her, then a sound along the lines of ""Mmmmmmmmmm!"" came from her when her mouth was covered and her gun was taken away from her. To say the least, she was a little freaked out again, and it showed in her expression around her eyes, because that part of your face could tell you a lot about how someone was feeling. But she didn't dare move or squirm away. That would probably go over even worse when you were being held by an authority figure, She barely understood what the girl said over her heavy accent, but she was pretty sure she got he gist of it. <br/><br/>Thankfully for herself and the other girl, after she took the hand off of Kylie, she said nothing, though still looked uneasy. To what the girl said, she simply nodded her head, almost seemingly too afraid to say a single thing now. In fact, after the weapons began firing off, to which she responded to with a gasp hearing gunshots so damn close, said gunshots startling her, she responded to the girls question then with nothing but a nod as well. Though how helpful she would be against people shooting back at her, seeing as she had a fear of other people with guns that weren't herself, because she didn't know who she could trust half the time, who knows. Either way, she pushed herself to her feet, and stuck her hands out to Jessica, as if waiting for her to hand her the gun back, now that she had relatively calmed down and all. Or, as calm as you could expect Kylie to be, anyway.</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">The enemy was close. Very close.</span>Sergeant Major Jessica O'Flattery thought.<br/><br/>While the noise was a dead give away, it took some instinctual sensing to pick information from the unruly cacphony. Different types of weapons firing, at different intervals. Friendly, and enemy. The former was making the lighter noise of the two. Meaning that there was an Invictus soldier out there, outnumbered, and out gunned. One that was honed only through surviving three long years in STAG. All those days and hours, in sim or out, did things to a person. One of its benifits, was this sense.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">That exchange of fire has to be less than 200 meters away.</span><br/><br/>Reaching into her pocket, she retreived a compass which she looked at briefly. Glancing from the device towards the warfare racket of noise, she placed the compass back into her pocket as she turned towards her newly discovered battle buddy.<br/><br/>""Right. Listen here.. uh.. Browning.."" The darkness of the early morning and shaded timberland area caused her to stumble over the name stitched on the cadets battle blouse.<br/><br/>""Sergeant Major Jessica O'Flattery's the name. 77th Para-Tankers's the game. Now I'm not big on the formalities, so's just speak right up and call me Oddball.""<br/><br/>A rough, but reassuring smile crossed Jessica's lips as the veteran teenage soldier clapped Kylie on the shoulder. Having had time to examine the new girl in more detail, Jessica could see that she wasn't exactly a chip off the old Invictus block. The 2 day old STAG Private seemed to be down right petrified.<br/><br/>""Looks like were going to be squadmates for the duration. At least until command pulls their head out of their combined ass and gets our battle-rattle on down towards the Han, eh?""<br/><br/>This was followed by another pat. This time on Kylies helmeted head.<br/><br/>""Just keep that gun of yours aimed in the enemies general direction, and away from me, and we'll get along grand. Now come on,"" she concluded, rising to her feet, jerking her thumb in the direction of the battle noises. ""We've got another bambi to save!"" Expecting Kylie to follow suit, Jessica took off at a steady jog, her form gaining distance further into the forest. Gun at the ready, she went forth to meet the battle ahead, head on.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Icrum and Saesta""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Timothy Sutcliffe</span></span></div><br/>That was quick. Good. Very good. Being with an officer this early on was a good thing, as far as Timothy knew. He carefully stepped over a thick branch in his way, holding his machine gun up. Not facing the Colonel or the other Private, more like.. Just, up. Towards the sky. <br/><br/>""Timothy Sutcliffe, Private of the Invictus League..."" he said in his refined accent, panting and shaking his head. ""I have to say. It's a relief seeing you lot. Thought I'd run into KPA the moment I hit the ground, really.""<br/><br/>Finally, after the fall, Timothy felt his heart beating faster than needed. That moment when he called over to the two silhouettes, he thought he would find himself at combat. But it turned out differently. His pulse slowed quickly at finding out that he'd found allies. In the distance he could hear the sounds of heavy gunfire and planes. Big fight, for real. The environment was as clear and realistic as could be, and he liked it, though the pressure had begun to eat at him. His fingers constantly moved to the trigger of his machine gun as he whipped his head about to face sounds he might've thought were enemy movements.[/quote]</div></div></div><br/><br/>""I had thought the same.."" stated Saito echoing the younger cadets thoughts. Unlike the two first rates with him, he had gotten aquantied with Mac's machinations and schemes within the sim's long before. While its personality was based on the boisterous, but effective American General that had defeated his nation almost a century ago in the First Pacific War, all wasn't as it seemed. The A.I. had taken qualities of its own in the time since its activation. The bravado and military chest-pounding that it applied should not be taken for weakness. For it was as sly and cunning, even more so then his flesh and blood predeccesor. Many fools had learned this at the edge of a blade or at the end of a bullet. Saito was determined to not be counted among them.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">The enemy has us outnumbered by men and machine. They hold advantages of having the field, knowledge of the land and superior organization. Why then, allow us to land, unmolested and unhindered? Why give us the chance to rebound and strengthen out hold in their midst?... This is not right...</span><br/><br/>""For all his qualities as an opponent, Administrator Mac is not one to leave things unfinished. We should all remain vigilant, and on guard, at all times.""<br/><br/>Having risen from his crouched posture, weapon lowered, Saito moved over to the still crouched Elizabeth, extending his hand out to help her rise.<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">We</span>must all make haste. Now.""<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Eridanus""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Eridanus 3 <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22839091#p22839091"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">First Lieutenant Corinthi</span></span><br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 50px;""></span>As he gained consciousness in the simulator, the young Lieutenant rumbled through his mind, trying to recall where he was. He was pretty sure he had been alone in his stick, but that was the most ideal situation. He then remembered their faces, stern and emotionless. That was before the Douglas took a hit in the right wing engine. The crew then proceeded to get the hell out of the plane, which dropped its attached glider, carrying our sole M4A4(E8) Sherman tank. The Ingvar got up, and checked off all his gear. His M1911 45. ACP was accounted for, along with two spare sticks of ammunition. He had his pack and gear, which he swiftly gathered and prepared to move out. He had, however, lost his BAR in the rush to get the hell out, so some good old Korea farmer had just gotten himself a brand new, fully-automatic hunting rifle. He brought his pistol up to bear. There was a penalty for dozing off during briefings, namely that you have no idea what you are going to expect. He pulled out his compass, and began a long hike northward.<br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 50px;"">The problem with airborne drops is that you always find yourself alone. Having to be completely silent through more than an hour of dangerous movement behind enemy lines isn't exactly the best way to go about life. Why? Because eventually, after you strolled through enough hills, and you see enough of the same green landscape, you feel a bit lost. When you get a bit lost, you get out your map. Unfortunately, when you get out your map, you make a helluva lot of noise. That's when somebody decides that they <span style=""font-style: italic"">really</span>, <span style=""font-style: italic"">REALLY</span> hate your guts. The lieutenant did happen to go through these pieces of events, and naturally found himself taking more than a few rounds of ammunition from well... Somewhere. So he decided to play it safe and called out to whoever was trying to ruin his day, screaming ""Hey! I'm just trying to enjoy myself here! ""Oddball? That you out there? You Invictus? If so, would you kindly remind yourself to identify as friendly before shooting me? If not, then would the person in question stop shooting for a moment so I can come over there and thoroughly kick your ass?"" He braced against a small ditch he had been using for cover. The shooter or shooters were out in a treeline in front of him... ""helluva mornin' ain't it?"" he muttered to himself.</span></div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/>""If the bugger made anymore noise, you'd think he was asking for Death's engraved invitation ,"" stated First Sergeant Corrie Mackay as he viewed the new targets attempts at hiding from him through the clear glass of his scoped M1 Garand. The only thing that kept him from pulling the trigger a second time was the man's loud protestrations about being a Invictus paratrooper.<br/><br/>""Peace with you, and that rightoues aim of yours. But in this instance, leave well enough alone, Senor Mackay."" stated Staff Sergeant Jose Matranga, craddling his Ithaca shotgun in the crook of his arm. They were a few dozen meters from the newly arrived Invictus cadets position. Just far enough into the treeline to provide themselves with cover, while being close enough out to have a unobstructed view of their killzone. Having jumped out of their C-47, landed, and made their way to this position, the two non-com tankers had yet to find their units Grasshopper Glider. And with it, their beloved tanks and supplies. Making do with what they had, they had thought themselves finally in luck in going in the correct direction, when Mackay had spotted their apparent new arrival.<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Orale hombre!</span>That remains to be seen. Now, I have a friend here who has you sighted. Make no sudden moves, or he might feel the need to make you bleed!"" shouted Staff Sergeant Matranga, clear and loud so that the new man may here his hail. ""Sergeants Matranga and Mackay, 77th Para-Tankers, Invictus League. Who might you be?"""
6128,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=575,2014-12-20T22:55:00,Eridanus 3,"<blockquote><div><cite>TriStates <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22863094#p22863094"">wrote</a>:</cite>*snip*</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lt. Corinthi</span></span><br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 50px;""></span>For a moment, Lt. Corinthi began to believe he was dead. There was no noise, no gunshot ringed through the morning light, and all was silent. Not silent enough. He steadied his 45. and prepared to roll out of there. He possibly could get a lead-off on the shooter, and if he could get out of sight... Who knows? He might not have to sit around doing nothing as the simulation rolled on. Somebody spoke up though, and it wasn't in Korean. ""... leave well enough alone, Senor MacKay."" Mackay. He was in his unit's number two Sherman, right in there with ""Oddball"". He vaguely remembered the voice of the speaker, and gave the voice a name. Juan Matrango. No... That wasn't quite right... The young officer silently cursed himself out as he thought about how that one tidbit of information could help him stay alive. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Naturally, it is here the responsibility of me, the platoon leader, to know the members of my platoon. So I just broke rule number one. Great</span>"", he thought to himself. Normally he would know what to say right now, but alas, our poor man in a airborne suit was completely confused. However, he did have another problem. He could<span style=""font-style: italic"">assume</span>that those figures and persons out there were his boys and girls, but the silly folks wouldn't identify- of course, neither had he- and that created a little... Dilemma. Our headstrong lieutenant couldn't go out there to see who they were, and luckily enough for our him, the people out there weren't too keen on having to explain why they had shot their fellow man. Well, unless they were the OPFOR guys.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 50px;""></span>Thankfully, he didn't have to go first. The two troopers out yonder sounded off quite well, and their message was heard loud and clear. The one trying to blow his head off was the one that wasn't talking. You see, when you actually read the books they give you, beneficial knowledge is graciously imparted into your brain. The one who will kill you won't say that he will, and the one who says he will kill you doesn't really want to. He still might, but he wouldn't be as keen on doing so as his silent buddy. Unless he is a psychopath. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Then my day is complete. Shooting. Crazy people. Korea... What more could a man ask of his divine and holy heavenly father?""</span>Matranga and Mackay. Both of them were his subordinates. After he took his five second personal time, he rolled out of his cover, holstered his forty-five, and rounded out to face them. To add to his self-appreciating spectacle, our hero lieutenant sharply cut out in crystal-clear fashion six words. ""Me? Oh... I'm your boss!"" He flashed them a smile and said ""7-7 Invictus. You guys have any luck finding our armor?"""
6129,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=575,2014-12-21T02:10:00,Vancon,"""Ma'am, all ships have checked in. We're standing by for your orders,'' said the communications officer.<br/><br/>The seas hadn't changed much since she came on board the bridge. The wind was still howling and fighting for dominance against the cool seas as the sun began to fall out of the sky. The thick atmosphere of the bridge was diluted even more by the feeling that this was their first true mission this year. Most of the people on board if Val's fleet were not freshmen, but true sailors who knew what they were doing, at least to some extent. Val stood up from her chair and adjusted her hat, wiped her hair back to the side, and spoke.<br/><br/>''Very well. I do believe that it's time we assert ourselves a bit. I want to begin engaging the enemy fleet as soon as possible. Get a reading on their locations as soon as possible, and then I want the carrier to stay back here with a cruiser and a destroyer, I don't care which, and have the rest go and attack. Once the enemy has be sighted, have the torpedo bombers get ready.<br/><br/>The attack will be orchestrated as follows: The attack force shall move to their maximum engagement distance and begin bombarding the enemy force. Priority targets will be any ship with anti air capability and the enemy ships' bridges'. Once those are destroyed, the bombers will drop torpedoes to finish them off. Rinse, wash, repeat.<br/><br/>Now, get those recon planes moving! We can't shoot what we can't see,'' finished Valerie as she sat back down in light of a chorus of confirmation from her staff."
6130,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=575,2014-12-21T09:38:00,Brechalht,ignore
6131,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=575,2014-12-22T20:44:00,The Templar High Council,"<blockquote><div><cite>Isle of Lithonia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22810171#p22810171"">wrote</a>:</cite>-snipity snip-</div></blockquote><br/>Aiden was about to deal the river when an alarm sounded. The alarm only had 2 purposes: attack and retreat. Everyone knew what this one was.<br/><br/>""Ladies and gentlemen! Boys and girls! Lock and load, stow the non-essentials, and assume battle positions. We're beaching these barges!"" Aiden picked up the cards and follwed his own orders, climbing to the landing ship's bridge for a better view. The ship wasn't worth its weight, but it certainly was getting the job done as the half-dozen or so barges lurched forwards toward the shore. As they began to move, the Defion soldiers readied themselves in whatever combat armament they were comfortable with: M1s, BARs, various tanks, trucks, and other implements of war.<br/><br/>Soon enough, Aiden started<a class=""postlink"" href=""https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=36Ehc0p7xrU"" rel=""nofollow"">calling cadence</a>(More lyrics<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://www.army-cadence.com/army-marching-cadence/"" rel=""nofollow"">here</a>). It was mostly to pass the time, as the landing craft kept piddling along towards the shore.<br/><br/>Aiden grabbed the radio, and dialed up whatever ship was nearby. ""Leviathan battle group, this is General Aiden Flint of the Defion landing crew. Any available artillery, I'd be much obliged if you'd kindly lay the smackdown on those VC onshore. How copy?"""
6132,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=575,2014-12-25T04:33:00,Corrian,"Kylie wasn't used to being referred by her last name, so it took her a moment to realize that the girl had said her last name. Rarely did she ever get called anything but her first name, though her parents did attempt to instill some ""Military speech"" into her, which clearly didn't really work considering she was apparently surprised to hear her last name and not her first name. Seeing that she had been looking at her name tag, she looked down, as if trying to remind herself that was what was on her outfit. Though, she didn't pay attention to any of that for long, listening to the girl and nodding her head at the name. ""I'm just Kylie Browning"" She told her, though she did know that she was pretty much a Private. But there was nothing else she could think of that was special about her, other than being part panda and all. She slightly flinched when she had been clapped on the shoulder, but more because of the surprise of it than anything. And she was a bit nervous and jumpy at the moment, anyway. This was all out of her comfort zone after all.<br/><br/>Kylie nodded her head again when said that they were squadmates for the time being, and this time actually smiling a little when her head was patted, even though she was wearing a helmet. While it certainly could be annoying when people did that, for some reason, a lot of the time, she liked it. Probably because typically when people did that, it felt like a sort of brotherly/sisterly gesture, or a parental one if your parents were worth anything, which hers tended not to be. Yet again with the nodding more than speaking, she also pushed herself to her feet, holding her weapon tightly but not like she had no idea what she was doing, because she did in fact know what she was doing, keeping the gun pointed down and away from Jessica. She of course looked rather scared at the idea of heading towards the enemy fire, but did so anyway, jogging behind Jessica as fast as she could go. While her training had helped, she wasn't in the best shape, especially for running, but she tried her best to keep up anyway, not wanting to come off as too weak or anything like that."
6133,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=600,2014-12-25T04:44:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Timothy Sutcliffe</span></span></div><br/>""Righto."" said Timothy with a nod as he stood very close to Saito. He didn't want to be caught off guard. There was a chance that things could go wrong even if he was an older student. He had his gun ready in case someone came along and wasn't friendly. The other student was crouched down and wouldn't get up.<br/><br/>""Come on, deary. We've got to go now. Don't wanna run into them commies, do we?"" he glanced back at Elizabeth, only to look forward right after. Like the Colonel said, they had to be ready for anything. Feeling more worried than ever, he wanted to yell at the girl to get up, but she was too busy sitting there, crying about who knew what. She shouldn't have come here if she was going to break out in the first place.<br/><br/>""Where are we moving?.."" he asked softly, looking up at the dark sky, then at the treeline. Being in a small clearing as this wasn't a good idea. Even if there was enough foliage."
6134,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=600,2014-12-25T10:31:00,TriStates,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Eridanus""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Eridanus 3 <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22864068#p22864068"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>TriStates <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22863094#p22863094"">wrote</a>:</cite>*snip*</div></blockquote><br/><br/> <span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lt. Corinthi</span></span><br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 50px;""></span>For a moment, Lt. Corinthi began to believe he was dead. There was no noise, no gunshot ringed through the morning light, and all was silent. Not silent enough. He steadied his 45. and prepared to roll out of there. He possibly could get a lead-off on the shooter, and if he could get out of sight... Who knows? He might not have to sit around doing nothing as the simulation rolled on. Somebody spoke up though, and it wasn't in Korean. ""... leave well enough alone, Senor MacKay."" Mackay. He was in his unit's number two Sherman, right in there with ""Oddball"". He vaguely remembered the voice of the speaker, and gave the voice a name. Juan Matrango. No... That wasn't quite right... The young officer silently cursed himself out as he thought about how that one tidbit of information could help him stay alive. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Naturally, it is here the responsibility of me, the platoon leader, to know the members of my platoon. So I just broke rule number one. Great</span>"", he thought to himself. Normally he would know what to say right now, but alas, our poor man in a airborne suit was completely confused. However, he did have another problem. He could <span style=""font-style: italic"">assume</span> that those figures and persons out there were his boys and girls, but the silly folks wouldn't identify- of course, neither had he- and that created a little... Dilemma. Our headstrong lieutenant couldn't go out there to see who they were, and luckily enough for our him, the people out there weren't too keen on having to explain why they had shot their fellow man. Well, unless they were the OPFOR guys. <br/><span style=""margin-left: 50px;""></span>Thankfully, he didn't have to go first. The two troopers out yonder sounded off quite well, and their message was heard loud and clear. The one trying to blow his head off was the one that wasn't talking. You see, when you actually read the books they give you, beneficial knowledge is graciously imparted into your brain. The one who will kill you won't say that he will, and the one who says he will kill you doesn't really want to. He still might, but he wouldn't be as keen on doing so as his silent buddy. Unless he is a psychopath. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Then my day is complete. Shooting. Crazy people. Korea... What more could a man ask of his divine and holy heavenly father?""</span> Matranga and Mackay. Both of them were his subordinates. After he took his five second personal time, he rolled out of his cover, holstered his forty-five, and rounded out to face them. To add to his self-appreciating spectacle, our hero lieutenant sharply cut out in crystal-clear fashion six words. ""Me? Oh... I'm your boss!"" He flashed them a smile and said ""7-7 Invictus. You guys have any luck finding our armor?""</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/>""With due respect Leuitenant,"" retorted Staff Sergeant Matranga, trading grin for grin, ""if we had, we wouldn't be beating feet on leather boots."" Leaving his concealed postion within the tree line, MacKay tailing close behind him, they both closed distance with the superior officer.<br/><br/>""Apologies about the close call Leuitenant.. uh.. Corinthi, is it?"" began First Sergeant Corrie MacKay, squinting at the stitched letters on the officers olive green combat blouse. ""Just part of the job of course, considering all the possibilities in Tango County. An officer of your stature understands, no doubt?"" His well-worn Chesire Cat smile graced the 1st Sergeants lips, as he propped himself up on the barrel of his M1 Sniper Special.<br/><br/>""Anyhow,"" chimbed in Matranga again, ""I have an idea of where our Grasshopper might have landed."" Gazing out towards the edge of the pine forest on the opposite end of the clearing they were standing in, the morning suns rays reflected off the Hispanic non-coms glasses as he continued. ""Considering they are gliders, their landing point would no doubt be ahead of our own point of departure. That said, in my opinon, our only recourse is to continue toward the Han River. Anything behind us is already a lost cause.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Todo ello</span>. Probably has<span style=""font-style: italic"">comunista's</span>running all over it.""<br/><br/>""I agree."" stated Corrie. The conversation edged into silence. A subtle clue from the non-coms to their CO, awaiting his final say.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Corrian and Rob""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Corrian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22910451#p22910451"">wrote</a>:</cite>Kylie wasn't used to being referred by her last name, so it took her a moment to realize that the girl had said her last name. Rarely did she ever get called anything but her first name, though her parents did attempt to instill some ""Military speech"" into her, which clearly didn't really work considering she was apparently surprised to hear her last name and not her first name. Seeing that she had been looking at her name tag, she looked down, as if trying to remind herself that was what was on her outfit. Though, she didn't pay attention to any of that for long, listening to the girl and nodding her head at the name. ""I'm just Kylie Browning"" She told her, though she did know that she was pretty much a Private. But there was nothing else she could think of that was special about her, other than being part panda and all. She slightly flinched when she had been clapped on the shoulder, but more because of the surprise of it than anything. And she was a bit nervous and jumpy at the moment, anyway. This was all out of her comfort zone after all.<br/><br/>Kylie nodded her head again when said that they were squadmates for the time being, and this time actually smiling a little when her head was patted, even though she was wearing a helmet. While it certainly could be annoying when people did that, for some reason, a lot of the time, she liked it. Probably because typically when people did that, it felt like a sort of brotherly/sisterly gesture, or a parental one if your parents were worth anything, which hers tended not to be. Yet again with the nodding more than speaking, she also pushed herself to her feet, holding her weapon tightly but not like she had no idea what she was doing, because she did in fact know what she was doing, keeping the gun pointed down and away from Jessica. She of course looked rather scared at the idea of heading towards the enemy fire, but did so anyway, jogging behind Jessica as fast as she could go. While her training had helped, she wasn't in the best shape, especially for running, but she tried her best to keep up anyway, not wanting to come off as too weak or anything like that.</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/>Her trek through the wooded underbrush of rural Korea proved shorter than Jessica O'Flattery had expected. Reaching the end of the tree line, hidden between the trunk of a tall pine and a large, scrubby bush, the Sergeant Major could make out the distinct muzzle flashes from opposite positions only a few dozen meters from her position. No doubt, the two sides trading fire were the same ones that had been making the same racket she had been following till now.<br/><br/>""Hey Browning!"" hissed Jessica, said low but urgently, hoping to get the attention of the riflewoman trailing her. Adding motions with her hands for emphasis, Jessica continued, hoping the Private was paying attention. ""We've got a friendly out there trading pot shots with Charlie. Theres no way I can tell which side is which, so we're goin' to have to put this one up to luck, right? Just stick to my ass when I move, and keep up alright?""<br/><br/>Without another word, the Irish tanker turned her back on Kylie, and rushed forward into the open clearing ground in the midst of a lull in the firing. Zig zagging her way in bursts across the ground, Jessica managed to serpintine her way into an old, abandoned irrigation ditch. No sooner had she jumped into the impromptu cover that enemy gun fire stitched the ground above her hidey hole. A rise in the firing from the engaged Invictus force already on the scene drew the KPA defenders attention away from Jessica.<br/><br/>Raising her head barely an inch above the irrigation trench, she waved her hand over her head, signaling Kylie to huff it over."
6135,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=600,2014-12-25T11:00:00,Eridanus 3,"<blockquote><div><cite>TriStates <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22912522#p22912522"">wrote</a>:</cite>*snip*</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Lt. Corinthi</span><br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 50px;"">It was good to know that Matraga could enjoy himself. He had a legitimate, and plainly obvious point, regarding their trek through the woods on foot. Still, it was nice to be able to have a moment of good cheer. Especially since he was just shot at. It definitely was making out to be a helluva morning. MacKay chimed in as well, offering apologetic and condolences for the harm she had nearly done him. However, the two subordinate non-coms were not to blame for that: he was. Mistakes like that get good men killed. He was able to throw in the word ""absolutely"" just before Matranga brought us all down to business. Luckily enough for Corinthi, Matranga had all of his shit together, and probably was one of the few people in all off Invictus who knew what the hell was going on; that was good enough for the Lt. Moving in toward the objective was paramount, since if they didn't hold that river, all of OPFOR would come raining down on their heads. Given Corrie's approval, the Lieutenant gave his approval, telling them ""we ought to get the hell outta dodge then. Christ I wish I didn't lose my BAR.""</span>"
6136,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=600,2014-12-26T22:26:00,Isle of Lithonia,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Templar High Council <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22886975#p22886975"">wrote</a>:</cite>*snip*</div></blockquote><br/>Finally the landing craft began to move. Alice had been getting a bit bored of the little card game they had been playing up until then, and was seriously itching to take her rifle and blow some fuckers apart. Blood and gore had been missing from her life during her summer break, and this had been getting to her.<br/><br/>Oh well, it's not like she gave a fuck. Okay, maybe she did. Well, she didn't give any indication she cared. But she never gives any indication...<br/><br/>Fuck.<br/><br/>Anyway, little Miss ""Blow-The-Fuckers-Apart"" moved back to her position after giving Aiden a short salute. She shouted along with her comrades, injecting herself with the beginnings of an adrenaline rush. She would need to be prepared for the landing, 'cause everything was bound to become shit the instant they got within range of the enemies' guns.<br/><br/>And there she was, holding her rifle in her arms, ready to burst forward and mow down all in her path. But with that flat face of hers, you'd never guess that she was actually bursting at the seams with excitement.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Brechalht <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22867301#p22867301"">wrote</a>:</cite>Behind, two Yaks moved in and fired, the dead tail gunner could not retaliate. <br/><br/>Ashcroft got on the radio.<br/>""Panther Squadron, Apollo 1. I have some fighters shredding me, I've lost my tail and ball gunner. Help would be appreciated.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Another plume of smoke erupted as another Mig's engine was blown to fuck by gun-fire. Jason's eyes were nothing but slits, and his face was twisted into a dark grin. He was enjoying this, maybe a bit too much...<br/><br/>But blowing AI fighters to fuck is quite the wonderful pastime. Especially for a panther like himself.<br/><br/>Speaking of panthers, Ashcroft had just radioed him, asking for some fighter support. As much as Jason wanted to keep blowing Migs to fuck, he realized that his bombers were of utmost importance. If the bombers made it to their destination, it didn't matter so much if the fighters couldn't ultimately maintain air superiority. However, if the bombers were all shot down, the whole mission could be compromised, even with air superiority.<br/><br/>So (with a little regret), he called to his flight, giving the order for Panther Flight to go assist the bombers. ""Panther Flight is heading your way.""<br/><br/>With a turn of the shtick (not the meat one, hehe), Jason turned his plane towards Ashcroft's bombers.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Ratatatatataaaaat</span>, or something to that extent, went his plane's guns. And down with a Yak. Help had arrived, and not a moment too soon. Jason called to Ashcroft, ""Keep your bombers moving, we'll provide some support.""<br/><br/>And with that, he continued the defense of de la bomber squadron."
6137,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=600,2014-12-27T00:49:00,Perestroikavo,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Templar High Council <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22886975#p22886975"">wrote</a>:</cite>Aiden grabbed the radio, and dialed up whatever ship was nearby. ""Leviathan battle group, this is General Aiden Flint of the Defion landing crew. Any available artillery, I'd be much obliged if you'd kindly lay the smackdown on those VC onshore. How copy?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Eli smiled as he heard the proud Texan call in artillery from the Leviathon boys, and it took nearly all he had not to come up with a smart-alek remark. With Valerie's orders coming in to attack, Eli frowned for a moment, and then shrugged. It wasn't his problem. He turned to the radio operator. ""Tell General Flint that fire support is inbound."" Facing back towards most of the crew, he began speaking again. ""Turn to starboard and let's lead the rest of the attack group. I want guns firing ranging shots to the beach as soon as we're in range, and I expect everyone to be going at a hundred percent!"" The<span style=""font-style: italic"">Wisconsin</span>turned sluggishly, but soon they were cruising at an angly towards the beach at a leasurely pace. Soon, the first guns began to fire their ranging shots, and soon the 16-inch guns<a class=""postlink"" href=""https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dVvEPTYrcXA#t=107"" rel=""nofollow"">began</a>their bombardment of the beach.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>The Templar High Council <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22886975#p22886975"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Isle of Lithonia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22810171#p22810171"">wrote</a>:</cite>-snipity snip-</div></blockquote><br/>Aiden was about to deal the river when an alarm sounded. The alarm only had 2 purposes: attack and retreat. Everyone knew what this one was.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Angus was in a different landing craft than the General, but could hear him bellow, even from this distance. He smiled to himself, thinking about the man storming the beach, the same one he had shared classes with the last three years. Did it matter that they didn't know eachother too well? Macduff thought not. Standing up, he quickly collected his equipment. He noticed some of the sophmores staring at his kilt and Black Watch uniform, and laughed at them. ""Ain't any of ya seen a Black Watch uniform?"" When he was met with silence and sophmores averting their gazes, he gave up trying to make them feel better. Nobody in the craft seemed to be taking charge, so Angus decided to. ""Alright you shat-clarted-cannies, lets get ready for the landing!"" His experience and air of authority seemed to sink in, and the other boys looked to him while getting ready. He simply shrugged, grasp his Thompson tighter and looked ahead. It was difficult for Angus to maintain his stoicism, because he was giddy for the battle to begin. Waves rocked the landing craft slightly, and Angus stared straight ahead, towards that stretch of death, first shells whistling over his head and beginning to fall. The landing had officially begun."
6138,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=600,2014-12-27T03:21:00,Corrian,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Kylie</span><br/>When they stopped, and Jessica called for her, Kylie wasn't terribly far behind but she had fallen slightly behind, sounding a bit warn out and huffing. She had trained for some running, but not enough to be some truly great runner or anything like that. Her attention immediately fell upon Jessica when she said her name, though, ready to follow orders, if not only for her own good than anything. Though, she did briefly wonder that if she intentionally failed miserably, if she could get out of this whole thing easier...No, as bad as this place could be, she really didn't want to go home, either. Especially after a clear failure...<br/><br/>Kylie nodded her head at the woman's words, and with that nod out of the way, she quickly found herself following Jessica straight out into the open, trying as much as she could to not panic at all at what exactly was going on around her. It was a lull in the gunfire, yes, but it was bound to start up again. She definitely would rather not be at the end of said gunfire...So she was thankful that they managed to make it to this ditch before the firing started up again. When it did, she like out a scared gasp, and pressed herself up against the wall of the ditch, breathing heavily but trying to keep herself calm so she didn't just freak out and hide away the whole time. She didn't get much time to think about wanting to just stay here and wait for everything to end, because Jessica gestured for her to ""huff it over"", and she did exactly that, aiming her weapon in the general direction that she believed that the enemy had gone to, not firing yet but being completely ready to do so while she moved as quickly as she could. In her head, she was repeatedly saying one thing over and over again: That these weren't real people, to make it so she wouldn't feel bad about killing them. If she did...Which she probably would before this was over.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Callandra</span><br/>Callandra managed to shoot another plane down during some of her dog fighting skills going on during the fighting, before the bomber squad had called for help. Hearing the order from Jason to go assist the bomber squad, she finished whatever she was doing at the time, then pulled away from that particular fight that had been going on to go and assist the bomber squad. With a mixture of Jason's shooting and hers, two of the Yak's went down before they could really realize what had hit them. After that, and with the others, they all continued their fight against the enemy while protecting the bombers to the best of their abilities. The bombers needed to get to their targets, and that was all that mattered. And right now, things were looking hopeful that most of the bombers would successfully hit their targets."
6139,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=600,2014-12-27T19:12:00,The GAmeTopians,"OOC: Sorry I haven't been active lately. And I don't realy have time to RP everything I missed right now, so this is the best I can do.<br/>IC:<br/>Carolin shifted her hair out of her eyes as she made her way away from the drop zone, and came up beside the other sniper. She unslung her Lee-Enfield, and scanned the surroundings.<br/>""What's yer name, soldier?"""
6140,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=600,2014-12-28T18:32:00,Brechalht,ignore
6141,Of Grades And Grenades: Eureka Academy(IC/OPENING SOON),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321492&start=600,2014-12-28T19:13:00,The Templar High Council,"<blockquote><div><cite>Perestroikavo <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22927092#p22927092"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Templar High Council <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321492&amp;p=22886975#p22886975"">wrote</a>:</cite>Aiden grabbed the radio, and dialed up whatever ship was nearby. ""Leviathan battle group, this is General Aiden Flint of the Defion landing crew. Any available artillery, I'd be much obliged if you'd kindly lay the smackdown on those VC onshore. How copy?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Eli smiled as he heard the proud Texan call in artillery from the Leviathan boys, and it took nearly all he had not to come up with a smart-alek remark. With Valerie's orders coming in to attack, Eli frowned for a moment, and then shrugged. It wasn't his problem. He turned to the radio operator. ""Tell General Flint that fire support is inbound."" Facing back towards most of the crew, he began speaking again. ""Turn to starboard and let's lead the rest of the attack group. I want guns firing ranging shots to the beach as soon as we're in range, and I expect everyone to be going at a hundred percent!"" The <span style=""font-style: italic"">Wisconsin</span> turned sluggishly, but soon they were cruising at an angly towards the beach at a leasurely pace. Soon, the first guns began to fire their ranging shots, and soon the 16-inch guns <a class=""postlink"" href=""https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dVvEPTYrcXA#t=107"" rel=""nofollow"">began</a> their bombardment of the beach.</div></blockquote><br/>The cheers of the landing party nearly overpowered the sounds of the shelling. Almost. But it was evident that their march would be made easier by the ongoing storm. ""Much obliged, guys. We'll be handlin' it from here on.""<br/><br/>He switched frequencies on the radio so he could talk to the landing party. ""Alright boys and girls. Taday's the day. Time to get on that beach and prove it. Prove that just cause we don't fly, doesn't mean we aren't fierce. That just because our guns aren't the biggest, doesn't mean we don't hit the hardest. And just because we prefer the classics, doesn't mean they don't work. Here's to all you sons a' bitches. See you in Hell, hoorah?""<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 175%; line-height: 116%;"">""HOORAH!""</span>was shouted back, louder than anything said up till now. It probably matched the sound of one of those 16-inchers behind them. And as the boats hit the sand, the enemy guns started blazing, and the only sheet of metal separating Defion from the enemy was being lowered, Aiden Flint cocked his BAR, grinned, and began to chuckle.<br/><br/>""Game on, bitches."" And the invasion was on."
6142,2016: A World Divided (Marketplace/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321506,2014-11-25T17:59:00,2016 A world divided Admin,"<div align=""Center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.foodinsight.org/sites/default/files/iStock_NewsFromFIONet1XSmall_0.jpg""/> <br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #0040FF"">Welcome to the 2016: A World Divided Marketplace!</span></span><br/><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;""><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=326290"" rel=""nofollow"">OOC</a></span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">“Perhaps more than never, in a highly globalised world, we must recognize that multiculturalism is not simply understanding ethnic/racial histories or the mere appreciation of cultural “difference,” but accepting that multiculturalism spreads across the very inner core of America’s institutions, and ingrained in the very essence of life, for multicultural perspectives, ideas, and ideologies empower us to elevate the multicultural discourse to a higher level of social transformation—ultimately, universal equality, justice, respect, and human dignity for all, in all facets of human existence.” ― Martin Guevara Urbina</span><br/><br/>Welcome to the 2016: A World Divided Marketplace! A fine little trading location where nations and people aim to get both they're good and services by buying or selling what is needed in a collective group of bidding and selling all in hopes of finding what you need at the best prices or trying to score big money on dealing with other nations!<br/><br/>People send letters to the Marketplace in hopes of getting what they need after this nations can look around for what they may want or take part in bids in hopes of winning something which they can view by asking to know a list of active bids but be carful for the market is always changing and shifting!<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Before entering there are a few requirements to buying or selling:<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">All buying and selling posts must be part of a official letter to whoever it is being send too.<br/><br/>If selling the letter must contain if you aim to sell or auction it off.<br/><br/>If selling the letter must contain info on what you are selling including Name, quantity, asking price, reason and any additional info you think might sell your product.<br/><br/>If buying your letter must include the name of what you aim to buy and a list of requirements which may include Price, producer, quantity ETC. </span></blockquote>"
6143,2016: A World Divided (Marketplace/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321506,2014-11-25T18:13:00,Licata,OOC: Tag
6144,2016: A World Divided (Marketplace/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321506,2014-11-25T18:51:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Market<br/>From: Anonymous<br/>We at blue swan are looking for C4 Explosives, no more than $25 a pound.</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""middle""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">OFFICIAL ADVERTISEMENT</span></span></div><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Vehicles</span><br/>22 Armored Humvees: $13,000 Each<br/>3 Type 99 Tanks: $2,000,000 Each<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Weapons</span><br/>1,229 QBZ-95 Rifles: $250 Each<br/><br/>*Vehicles will take up to 6 months to deliver due to having to smuggle them outside of Tibet</blockquote>"
6145,2016: A World Divided (Marketplace/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321506,2014-11-26T13:23:00,Kisinger,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To Market<br/>From the Government of Novorossiya<br/><br/> We are looking for tanks of any design, APCs, and IFVs of any design. Towed Artillery and Rocket Artillery, that is all.</blockquote>"
6146,2016: A World Divided (Marketplace/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321506,2014-11-26T13:24:00,Pimps Inc,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To:Market<br/>From:Anonymous<br/>Encryption:Highest<br/>We would like to buy all Type 99 tanks.Send them to Cedros Island.</blockquote>"
6147,2016: A World Divided (Marketplace/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321506,2014-11-26T13:27:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321506&amp;p=22580120#p22580120"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To:Market<br/>From:Anonymous<br/>Encryption:Highest<br/>We would like to buy all Type 99 tanks.Send them to Cedros Island.</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Anonymous<br/>From: Market<br/>It will take roughly two weeks to get to you. We can speed it up if you gave us $6,000,000 right away.</blockquote>"
6148,2016: A World Divided (Marketplace/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321506,2014-11-26T13:29:00,Pimps Inc,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321506&amp;p=22580158#p22580158"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321506&amp;p=22580120#p22580120"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To:Market<br/>From:Anonymous<br/>Encryption:Highest<br/>We would like to buy all Type 99 tanks.Send them to Cedros Island.</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Anonymous<br/>From: Market<br/>It will take roughly two weeks to get to you. We can speed it up if you gave us $6,000,000 right away.</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To:Market<br/>From:Anonymous<br/>Encryption:High<br/>We will wait but we will give you extra 6,00,00 for more tanks.</blockquote>"
6149,2016: A World Divided (Marketplace/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321506,2014-11-26T13:31:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321506&amp;p=22580180#p22580180"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321506&amp;p=22580158#p22580158"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Anonymous<br/>From: Market<br/>It will take roughly two weeks to get to you. We can speed it up if you gave us $6,000,000 right away.</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To:Market<br/>From:Anonymous<br/>We will wait but we will give you extra 6,00,00 for more tanks.</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/>To: Anonymous<br/>From: Market<br/>Fine, then it will take up to a month. If you give us the 6,000,000 up front we can transport it via cargo plane. We also do not have access to more tanks at this time."
6150,2016: A World Divided (Marketplace/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321506,2014-11-26T13:34:00,Pimps Inc,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321506&amp;p=22580204#p22580204"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321506&amp;p=22580180#p22580180"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To:Market<br/>From:Anonymous<br/>We will wait but we will give you extra 6,00,00 for more tanks.</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/>To: Anonymous<br/>From: Market<br/>Fine, then it will take up to a month. If you give us the 6,000,000 up front we can transport it via cargo plane. We also do not have access to more tanks at this time.</div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To:Market<br/>From:Anonymous<br/>We will wait.How much for the 3 tanks?</blockquote>"
6151,2016: A World Divided (Marketplace/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321506,2014-11-26T13:35:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321506&amp;p=22580232#p22580232"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321506&amp;p=22580204#p22580204"">wrote</a>:</cite>To: Anonymous<br/>From: Market<br/>Fine, then it will take up to a month. If you give us the 6,000,000 up front we can transport it via cargo plane. We also do not have access to more tanks at this time.</div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To:Market<br/>From:Anonymous<br/>We will wait.How much for the 3 tanks?</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/>To: Anonymous<br/>From: Market<br/>2,000,000 each"
6152,2016: A World Divided (Marketplace/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321506,2014-11-26T13:36:00,Pimps Inc,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321506&amp;p=22580248#p22580248"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321506&amp;p=22580232#p22580232"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To:Market<br/>From:Anonymous<br/>We will wait.How much for the 3 tanks?</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/>To: Anonymous<br/>From: Market<br/>2,000,000 each</div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To;Market<br/>From:Anonymous<br/>Deal.</blockquote>"
6153,2016: A World Divided (Marketplace/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321506,2014-11-26T13:37:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321506&amp;p=22580257#p22580257"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321506&amp;p=22580248#p22580248"">wrote</a>:</cite>To: Anonymous<br/>From: Market<br/>2,000,000 each</div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To;Market<br/>From:Anonymous<br/>Deal.</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/>To: Anonymous<br/>From: Market<br/>It will arrive within one month."
6154,2016: A World Divided (Marketplace/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321506,2014-11-29T01:02:00,Bandwagon,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Market<br/> From: Al Qaeda<br/>Dear Sir/Madam,<br/>We would like to purchase Two Tanks, Seven Armoured Vehicles and 500 Rifles. By serving us, you are serving the will of Allah.<br/>Yours Faithfully<br/>Al Qaeda</blockquote>"
6155,2016: A World Divided (Marketplace/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321506,2014-12-01T19:54:00,The GA of the United Nations,To: Market<br/>From: Anonymous<br/>We are looking for any information regarding relations between China and Russia. 2 mil for all the info you can get.
6156,2016: A World Divided (Marketplace/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321506,2014-12-01T19:58:00,Licata,"To: Market<br/>From: Anon.<br/><br/>China and Russia have cordial relations and share many economic and commercial sectors. They have a pipeline between the two, securing gas trade. They usually back one another in global politics. China, however, has shown signs of reducing their cooperation with Russia. We expect them to continue on as they are for at least 10 years.<br/><br/>They take part in joint military training and sea lane patrolling. Crime syndicate operate fairly freely between both nations."
6157,2016: A World Divided (Marketplace/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321506,2014-12-02T13:38:00,Fascist Republic Of Bermuda,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Market<br/>From: The Government of North Korea<br/>Message: We request five (5) examples of any Third-Generation Main Battle Tank.</blockquote>"
6158,2016: A World Divided (Marketplace/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321506,2014-12-07T11:23:00,Marsisian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Fascist Republic Of Bermuda <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321506&amp;p=22652909#p22652909"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Market<br/>From: The Government of North Korea<br/>Message: We request five (5) examples of any Third-Generation Main Battle Tank.</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To the Government of North Korea<br/>From: Market<br/><br/>We will give you five T-20 Rapier tanks for 20 million dollars.</blockquote>"
6159,2016: A World Divided (Marketplace/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321506,2014-12-07T11:30:00,The Greater Gambia,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Market<br/>From: The Government of the Gambia<br/>Message: We request 3 F-4 Phantoms, 5 M60 Pattons, and 4 M551 Sheridans. We can pay over a 4-month period.</blockquote>"
6160,2016: A World Divided (Marketplace/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321506,2014-12-07T11:31:00,Marsisian,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321506&amp;p=22711148#p22711148"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Market<br/>From: The Government of the Gambia<br/>Message: We request 3 F-4 Phantoms, 5 M60 Pattons, and 4 M551 Sheridans. We can pay over a 4-month period.</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To the Gambia<br/>From the OWN Corporation<br/><br/>That payment will be about 15 million dollars.</blockquote>"
6161,2016: A World Divided (Marketplace/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321506,2014-12-07T11:33:00,The Greater Gambia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Marsisian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321506&amp;p=22711173#p22711173"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321506&amp;p=22711148#p22711148"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Market<br/>From: The Government of the Gambia<br/>Message: We request 3 F-4 Phantoms, 5 M60 Pattons, and 4 M551 Sheridans. We can pay over a 4-month period.</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To the Gambia<br/>From the OWN Corporation<br/><br/>That payment will be about 15 million dollars.</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: the OWN Corporation<br/>From:The Gambia<br/><br/>We agree to these terms. Thank you for aiding our country.</blockquote>"
6162,2016: A World Divided (Marketplace/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321506,2014-12-07T11:42:00,Australian Antarctica,To: Market<br/>From: Tibetan Government<br/>We would like to purchase 20 Panther and 30 Tiger Tanks.
6163,2016: A World Divided (Marketplace/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321506,2014-12-07T11:43:00,Marsisian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321506&amp;p=22711355#p22711355"">wrote</a>:</cite>To: Market<br/>From: Tibetan Government<br/>We would like to purchase 20 Panther and 30 Tiger Tanks.</div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To the Tibetan Government<br/><br/>That will be 25 million dollars. For that price, we can also throw in RK-17M assault rifles at a 60 percent discount if you would like.</blockquote>"
6164,2016: A World Divided (Marketplace/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321506,2014-12-07T11:51:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Marsisian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321506&amp;p=22711376#p22711376"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321506&amp;p=22711355#p22711355"">wrote</a>:</cite>To: Market<br/>From: Tibetan Government<br/>We would like to purchase 20 Panther and 30 Tiger Tanks.</div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To the Tibetan Government<br/><br/>That will be 25 million dollars. For that price, we can also throw in RK-17M assault rifles at a 60 percent discount if you would like.</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Market<br/>From: Tibet<br/>We are not familiar with this rifle.</blockquote>"
6165,2016: A World Divided (Marketplace/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321506,2014-12-07T11:53:00,Marsisian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321506&amp;p=22711481#p22711481"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Marsisian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321506&amp;p=22711376#p22711376"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To the Tibetan Government<br/><br/>That will be 25 million dollars. For that price, we can also throw in RK-17M assault rifles at a 60 percent discount if you would like.</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Market<br/>From: Tibet<br/>We are not familiar with this rifle.</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To Tibet<br/>From OWN<br/><br/>It is a modernized version of the AK-74M using a more powerful round and more accuracy.</blockquote>"
6166,2016: A World Divided (Marketplace/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321506,2014-12-07T11:55:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Marsisian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321506&amp;p=22711511#p22711511"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321506&amp;p=22711481#p22711481"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Market<br/>From: Tibet<br/>We are not familiar with this rifle.</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To Tibet<br/>From OWN<br/><br/>It is a modernized version of the AK-74M using a more powerful round and more accuracy.</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Market<br/>From: Tibet<br/>How much for 1,000?</blockquote>"
6167,2016: A World Divided (Marketplace/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321506&start=25,2014-12-07T11:56:00,Marsisian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321506&amp;p=22711535#p22711535"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Marsisian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321506&amp;p=22711511#p22711511"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To Tibet<br/>From OWN<br/><br/>It is a modernized version of the AK-74M using a more powerful round and more accuracy.</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Market<br/>From: Tibet<br/>How much for 1,000?</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To Tibet<br/>From Market<br/><br/>About three million dollars.</blockquote>"
6168,2016: A World Divided (Marketplace/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321506&start=25,2014-12-07T11:59:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Marsisian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321506&amp;p=22711545#p22711545"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321506&amp;p=22711535#p22711535"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Market<br/>From: Tibet<br/>How much for 1,000?</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To Tibet<br/>From Market<br/><br/>About three million dollars.</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To:Market<br/>From: Tibet<br/>Deal. We will finalize this order soon. Nice doing business.</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Germany<br/>From: Tibet<br/>We would like a loan of 30,000,000 dollars. We can pay this off in roughly 10 years.</blockquote>"
6169,2016: A World Divided (Marketplace/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321506&start=25,2014-12-07T12:05:00,Marsisian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321506&amp;p=22711596#p22711596"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Marsisian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321506&amp;p=22711545#p22711545"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To Tibet<br/>From Market<br/><br/>About three million dollars.</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To:Market<br/>From: Tibet<br/>Deal. We will finalize this order soon. Nice doing business.</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Germany<br/>From: Tibet<br/>We would like a loan of 30,000,000 dollars. We can pay this off in roughly 10 years.</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To Tibet<br/>From Germant<br/><br/>We agree to this offer, but we have some terms. We would like Tibetan material or political support in our campaign to retake East Prussia as well as OWN corporation being your army's main supplier in equipment.</blockquote>"
6170,2016: A World Divided (Marketplace/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321506&start=25,2014-12-07T12:06:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Marsisian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321506&amp;p=22711665#p22711665"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321506&amp;p=22711596#p22711596"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To:Market<br/>From: Tibet<br/>Deal. We will finalize this order soon. Nice doing business.</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Germany<br/>From: Tibet<br/>We would like a loan of 30,000,000 dollars. We can pay this off in roughly 10 years.</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To Tibet<br/>From Germant<br/><br/>We agree to this offer, but we have some terms. We would like Tibetan material or political support in our campaign to retake East Prussia as well as OWN corporation being your army's main supplier in equipment.</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Germany<br/>We can accept to these terms. Nice doing business with you. When will the supplies arrive?</blockquote>"
6171,2016: A World Divided (Marketplace/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321506&start=25,2014-12-07T12:07:00,Marsisian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321506&amp;p=22711684#p22711684"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Marsisian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321506&amp;p=22711665#p22711665"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To Tibet<br/>From Germant<br/><br/>We agree to this offer, but we have some terms. We would like Tibetan material or political support in our campaign to retake East Prussia as well as OWN corporation being your army's main supplier in equipment.</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Germany<br/>We can accept to these terms. Nice doing business with you. When will the supplies arrive?</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To Tibet<br/><br/>The supplies will arrive in about 3 days.</blockquote>"
6172,2016: A World Divided (Marketplace/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321506&start=25,2014-12-07T12:09:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Marsisian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321506&amp;p=22711687#p22711687"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321506&amp;p=22711684#p22711684"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Germany<br/>We can accept to these terms. Nice doing business with you. When will the supplies arrive?</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To Tibet<br/><br/>The supplies will arrive in about 3 days.</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Market<br/>The Money will be wired when the supplies arrive.</blockquote>"
6173,2016: A World Divided (Marketplace/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321506&start=25,2014-12-07T12:11:00,Marsisian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321506&amp;p=22711716#p22711716"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Marsisian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321506&amp;p=22711687#p22711687"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To Tibet<br/><br/>The supplies will arrive in about 3 days.</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Market<br/>The Money will be wired when the supplies arrive.</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To Tibet<br/><br/>Good.</blockquote>"
6174,2016: A World Divided (Marketplace/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321506&start=25,2014-12-07T15:54:00,Kargintina,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: OWN<br/>From: Commonwealth of Australia<br/>We like to purchase 150 modernized MP-34 Submachine guns and 20 F-86 Sabre fighter jets.</blockquote>"
6175,2016: A World Divided (Marketplace/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321506&start=25,2014-12-07T15:58:00,Marsisian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kargintina <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321506&amp;p=22715212#p22715212"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: OWN<br/>From: Commonwealth of Australia<br/>We like to purchase 150 modernized MP-34 Submachine guns and 20 F-86 Sabre fighter jets.</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To the Commonwealth of Australia<br/><br/>That purchase will be 50 million dollars.</blockquote>"
6176,2016: A World Divided (Marketplace/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321506&start=25,2014-12-07T15:59:00,Kargintina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Marsisian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321506&amp;p=22715236#p22715236"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Kargintina <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321506&amp;p=22715212#p22715212"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: OWN<br/>From: Commonwealth of Australia<br/>We like to purchase 150 modernized MP-34 Submachine guns and 20 F-86 Sabre fighter jets.</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To the Commonwealth of Australia<br/><br/>That purchase will be 50 million dollars.</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: OWN<br/>From: Commonwealth of Australia<br/>Done, we will wire the money when shipping begins.</blockquote>"
6177,2016: A World Divided (Marketplace/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321506&start=25,2014-12-07T16:00:00,Marsisian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kargintina <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321506&amp;p=22715251#p22715251"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Marsisian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321506&amp;p=22715236#p22715236"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To the Commonwealth of Australia<br/><br/>That purchase will be 50 million dollars.</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: OWN<br/>From: Commonwealth of Australia<br/>Done, we will wire the money when shipping begins.</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To the Commonwealth of Australia<br/>The equipment will arrive in your nation in four days.</blockquote>"
6178,2016: A World Divided (Marketplace/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321506&start=25,2014-12-07T16:54:00,Sasutary Island,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Cheap Loans from Credible Sources</span><br/>The Swiss government is willing to give loans of up to $2 trillion dollars/1.9% per anmum to trusted nations, and loans up to $120 billion/3% per Annum to everone else. Negotiatable. All loans come with a free box of Ricola.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Current Loans</span><br/>Germany<br/>Tibet</div>"
6179,2016: A World Divided (Marketplace/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321506&start=25,2014-12-08T01:58:00,North Calaveras,Encrypted Message<br/><br/>To: Market<br/>From: Eden<br/><br/>We have a small order to make with regards to mans future...<br/><br/>50 M4 Carbine( plus 10 supressors)<br/>5 Remington 700 Sniper Rifles<br/>15 Kriss Vector SMG's(plus 5 supressors)<br/>20 M67 Hand Grenades<br/>50 Glock 17's<br/>5 RPG-7<br/>C4 High Explosive(or equivalent explosive ordnance) with remote detonator: 500 lbs<br/><br/>Fight the Present...Protect the Future: Eden
6180,2016: A World Divided (Marketplace/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321506&start=25,2014-12-10T19:40:00,Protector Galactics,To: Market<br/>From: Anonymous<br/>We would like to buy 5 T-90 tanks. Just tell us how much it would cost.
6181,2016: A World Divided (Marketplace/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321506&start=25,2014-12-10T19:49:00,Australian Antarctica,"TO: Market<br/>From: Tibet<br/>We would like to purchase 500 XM8 Rifles, 20 XM8 LMGs, 50 XM8 Sniper Rifles, and 100 Kriss Vector SMGs."
6182,2016: A World Divided (Marketplace/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321506&start=25,2014-12-11T21:10:00,Pacificana Islands,"<blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321506&amp;p=22754788#p22754788"">wrote</a>:</cite>To: Market<br/>From: Anonymous<br/>We would like to buy 5 T-90 tanks. Just tell us how much it would cost.</div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Anonymous<br/>From: Uralvagonzavod <br/>As the manufacturer of the T-90 main battle tank, we would like to extend to you a few options. You may purchase 5 new T-90s at a price of $4.75 million USD, or 5 lightly used T-90s at a price of $4.5 million USD. If you wish to receive your order immediately, a fee of $20 thousand USD will be added to the cost.</blockquote>"
6183,2016: A World Divided (Marketplace/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321506&start=25,2014-12-11T22:03:00,Protector Galactics,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pacificana Islands <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321506&amp;p=22766585#p22766585"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321506&amp;p=22754788#p22754788"">wrote</a>:</cite>To: Market<br/>From: Anonymous<br/>We would like to buy 5 T-90 tanks. Just tell us how much it would cost.</div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Anonymous<br/>From: Uralvagonzavod <br/>As the manufacturer of the T-90 main battle tank, we would like to extend to you a few options. You may purchase 5 new T-90s at a price of $4.75 million USD, or 5 lightly used T-90s at a price of $4.5 million USD. If you wish to receive your order immediately, a fee of $20 thousand USD will be added to the cost.</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/>To: Uralvagonzavod<br/>From: Anonymous<br/>Great. I will add a check of 5 million USD here. Ship them to the abandoned port in Taiwan. My men will be waiting for you there. Its pleasure to do business with you."
6184,2016: A World Divided (Marketplace/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321506&start=25,2014-12-11T22:21:00,Pacificana Islands,"<blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321506&amp;p=22766908#p22766908"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pacificana Islands <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321506&amp;p=22766585#p22766585"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Anonymous<br/>From: Uralvagonzavod <br/>As the manufacturer of the T-90 main battle tank, we would like to extend to you a few options. You may purchase 5 new T-90s at a price of $4.75 million USD, or 5 lightly used T-90s at a price of $4.5 million USD. If you wish to receive your order immediately, a fee of $20 thousand USD will be added to the cost.</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/>To: Uralvagonzavod<br/>From: Anonymous<br/>Great. I will add a check of 5 million USD here. Ship them to the abandoned port in Taiwan. My men will be waiting for you there. Its pleasure to do business with you.</div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Anonymous<br/>From: Uralvagonzavod <br/>Pleasure doing business with you. Your shipment will arrive on the 25th of February.</blockquote>"
6185,2016: A World Divided (Marketplace/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321506&start=25,2014-12-19T02:04:00,North Calaveras,Encrypted Message<br/><br/>To: Italy<br/>From: Eden<br/><br/>We have a small order to make with regards to mans future...<br/><br/>50 ARX 160<br/>5 AWPs<br/>30 Beretta M12<br/>20 SRCM Mod. 35<br/>50 M9's(10 suppressors)<br/>5 Panzerfaust 3<br/>C4 High Explosive(or equivalent explosive ordnance) with remote detonator: 500 lbs - can do<br/><br/>Fight the Present...Protect the Future: Eden
6186,2016: A World Divided (Marketplace/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321506&start=25,2014-12-19T11:07:00,Licata,"<blockquote><div><cite>North Calaveras <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321506&amp;p=22845684#p22845684"">wrote</a>:</cite>Encrypted Message<br/><br/>To: Italy<br/>From: Eden<br/><br/>We have a small order to make with regards to mans future...<br/><br/>50 ARX 160<br/>5 AWPs<br/>30 Beretta M12<br/> 20 SRCM Mod. 35<br/>50 M9's(10 suppressors)<br/>5 Panzerfaust 3<br/>C4 High Explosive(or equivalent explosive ordnance) with remote detonator: 500 lbs - can do<br/><br/>Fight the Present...Protect the Future: Eden</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">In response</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">High Encryption</span><br/><br/>We can fulfill your order, this will cost you about 100,000-175,000. We will deliver upon receiving payments. We can work out long term payment options if your budget is strained."
6187,2016: A World Divided (Marketplace/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321506&start=25,2014-12-21T13:57:00,North Calaveras,"<blockquote><div><cite>Licata <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321506&amp;p=22848501#p22848501"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>North Calaveras <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321506&amp;p=22845684#p22845684"">wrote</a>:</cite>Encrypted Message<br/><br/>To: Italy<br/>From: Eden<br/><br/>We have a small order to make with regards to mans future...<br/><br/>50 ARX 160<br/>5 AWPs<br/>30 Beretta M12<br/> 20 SRCM Mod. 35<br/>50 M9's(10 suppressors)<br/>5 Panzerfaust 3<br/>C4 High Explosive(or equivalent explosive ordnance) with remote detonator: 500 lbs - can do<br/><br/>Fight the Present...Protect the Future: Eden</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">In response</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">High Encryption</span><br/><br/>We can fulfill your order, this will cost you about 100,000-175,000. We will deliver upon receiving payments. We can work out long term payment options if your budget is strained.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>High Encryption<br/><br/>To: Italia<br/>From: Eden<br/><br/>We will accept this order and would also like to inquire basic training for our recruits, Were sure we can work out a option to return the favor."
6188,2016: A World Divided (Marketplace/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321506&start=25,2014-12-21T14:03:00,Licata,"<blockquote><div><cite>North Calaveras <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321506&amp;p=22869961#p22869961"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Licata <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321506&amp;p=22848501#p22848501"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">In response</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">High Encryption</span><br/><br/>We can fulfill your order, this will cost you about 100,000-175,000. We will deliver upon receiving payments. We can work out long term payment options if your budget is strained.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>High Encryption<br/><br/>To: Italia<br/>From: Eden<br/><br/>We will accept this order and would also like to inquire basic training for our recruits, Were sure we can work out a option to return the favor.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">In response</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">High Encryption</span><br/><br/>If you require training for your men, inquire into the Arditi Internationale security group. They are always looking for contracts."
6189,2016: A World Divided (Marketplace/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321506&start=25,2014-12-21T14:14:00,North Calaveras,"<blockquote><div><cite>Licata <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321506&amp;p=22870033#p22870033"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>North Calaveras <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321506&amp;p=22869961#p22869961"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>High Encryption<br/><br/>To: Italia<br/>From: Eden<br/><br/>We will accept this order and would also like to inquire basic training for our recruits, Were sure we can work out a option to return the favor.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">In response</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">High Encryption</span><br/><br/>If you require training for your men, inquire into the Arditi Internationale security group. They are always looking for contracts.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>High Encryption<br/>To: Arditi Inertnationale<br/>From: Eden<br/><br/>Were looking for a training site and a few advisors, your group was highly recommended, a few advsiors and a training camp are what were looking for if you can provide."
6190,2016: A World Divided (Marketplace/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321506&start=25,2014-12-21T14:33:00,Licata,"<blockquote><div><cite>North Calaveras <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321506&amp;p=22870148#p22870148"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Licata <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321506&amp;p=22870033#p22870033"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">In response</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">High Encryption</span><br/><br/>If you require training for your men, inquire into the Arditi Internationale security group. They are always looking for contracts.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>High Encryption<br/>To: Arditi Inertnationale<br/>From: Eden<br/><br/>Were looking for a training site and a few advisors, your group was highly recommended, a few advsiors and a training camp are what were looking for if you can provide.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">In response</span><br/><br/>We can rent out our training facilities in Sicily or Lombardy. We have the means to train your force, just know it'll cost you. Say a thousand USD per recruit per month."
6191,2016: A World Divided (Marketplace/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321506&start=25,2014-12-21T14:35:00,North Calaveras,"<blockquote><div><cite>Licata <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321506&amp;p=22870364#p22870364"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>North Calaveras <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321506&amp;p=22870148#p22870148"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>High Encryption<br/>To: Arditi Inertnationale<br/>From: Eden<br/><br/>Were looking for a training site and a few advisors, your group was highly recommended, a few advsiors and a training camp are what were looking for if you can provide.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">In response</span><br/><br/>We can rent out our training facilities in Sicily or Lombardy. We have the means to train your force, just know it'll cost you. Say a thousand USD per recruit per month.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>High Encryption<br/>To: Arditi Internationale<br/>From: Eden<br/><br/>Must payment be made in currency or may valuable items constitute fair payment?"
6192,2016: A World Divided (Marketplace/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321506&start=50,2014-12-21T14:37:00,Licata,"<blockquote><div><cite>North Calaveras <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321506&amp;p=22870383#p22870383"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Licata <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321506&amp;p=22870364#p22870364"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">In response</span><br/><br/>We can rent out our training facilities in Sicily or Lombardy. We have the means to train your force, just know it'll cost you. Say a thousand USD per recruit per month.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>High Encryption<br/>To: Arditi Internationale<br/>From: Eden<br/><br/>Must payment be made in currency or may valuable items constitute fair payment?</div></blockquote><br/><br/>It depends. All we care about is worth."
6193,2016: A World Divided (Marketplace/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321506&start=50,2014-12-21T14:39:00,North Calaveras,"<blockquote><div><cite>Licata <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321506&amp;p=22870395#p22870395"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>North Calaveras <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321506&amp;p=22870383#p22870383"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><br/>High Encryption<br/>To: Arditi Internationale<br/>From: Eden<br/><br/>Must payment be made in currency or may valuable items constitute fair payment?</div></blockquote><br/><br/>It depends. All we care about is worth.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>High Encryption<br/>To: Arditi Internationale<br/>From: Eden<br/><br/>Very well, payment will given to you, perhaps even more so than you can imagine.(telegrams incoming)"
6194,2016: A World Divided (Marketplace/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321506&start=50,2014-12-31T14:59:00,The Psuedo-Democratic States of the Doge,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Encryption: Extremely High, Double Encryption<br/>To: The United States of America<br/>From: Enbridge &amp; The Export Development Canada Crown Corporation <br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">The Enbridge Oil &amp; Gas Corporation as well as the Export Development Canada Crown Corporation is requesting the permission to finish the Keystone XL pipeline within US borders. As you know, 65 percent of the entire Keystone Pipeline has already been completed and is flowing oil to your refineries every day. The Keystone XL pipeline would fit a much larger pipeline with greater diameter that could provide more of our own Sweat Crude Oil and Oil Sands to your refineries in the Gulf and elsewhere. Additionally, we will make provisions for allowing your shale gas companies in North Dakota use an adjunct pipeline to deliver their unrefined petroleum products to refineries elsewhere.<br/><br/>We are requesting licensing permission. American, Canadian, and global oil prices may very well drop with the addition of these barrels of refined and unrefined oil into the world economy. As you know, that would be great for our economic development, as companies can cut costs on energy expenses and households can focus more of their funds towards the consumer economy. Additionally, this will promote North American independence from foreign oil and allow us to gain increasing market share of the oil market, which will mean increased tax revenue down the line.<br/><br/> We are expecting to sell a barrel of crude oil at any exchange rate opportune for your companies' refineries. As a part of this deal, the Canadian government will refuse to supply any oil to Chinese refineries or any other producer that will sell to the Chinese government. Please approve this as soon as possible.<br/><br/>Regards,<br/>President &amp; Chief Executive Officer of the Export Development Canada Crown Corporation<br/>Benoit Daignault</div></div></div></blockquote>"
6195,2016: A World Divided (Marketplace/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321506&start=50,2015-01-04T12:06:00,Scientists Allied,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Encryption: Moderate<br/>To: Country Leaders (Most of them)<br/>From: Wyson Research Group Corporation<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Hello gentlemen, I hope you are having a good evening - or morning, in several cases. This message is an offer - we have recently designed and manufactured a new armored vehicle design. As always, we will have a medium supply at hand, and you can buy the design for mass production.<br/><br/>IT-03 is a very mobile light tank, equipped with latest camouflage technology. It's completely invisible in infrared, which renders short-ranged missles, heat-targeting weapons and radars useless against it. It also directly mimics the colour of underground, which unfortuntely still isn't enough to turn it ""invisible"" in our visible light spectrum, but it fools orbital satelites and protects from spotting in far range. Armor is very light - firearms, anti-infantry weapons and light explosives, such as grenades won't pierce it, but most anti-tank weapons will. Because of the leightweight armor our tanks are fast (Up to 130 km/hour in flat terrain, and 110 km/hour in rough!), which in addition to our custom tracks makes them very effective even in hill region.<br/><br/>Our tank is equipped with standard 120mm tank cannon, simple yet effective. We also added an remontely controlled turret with 7,62mm machinegun and 40mm grenade launcher, designed as anti-infantry weapons. It also contains automatic missle/grenade interception system.<br/><br/>We designed IT-03 to be a light support-strike tank, made for skrimshes and guerilla warfare. Perfect for suprise attacks and as support to main forces. Imagine the possibilites - enemy won't see the movement of your forces! Active cloak (Normal light spectrum) has to be powered through electricity, but we installed big batteries - enough to last several weeks without electricity.<br/><br/>We are currently able to provide 78 tanks at hand for 3,200,000$, and give the license and design for 210,000,000$.<br/><br/>We are also selling technology and ""custom"" services, though they might take a while to finish. <br/><br/>With regards,<br/>CEO and President if Wyson Research Group,<br/>Matthias Esher</div></div></div></blockquote>"
6196,2016: A World Divided (Marketplace/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321506&start=50,2015-01-04T12:23:00,Elepis,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">TOP SECRET<br/>To: Wyson Research Group Corporation<br/>From: Republic of Turkey<br/><br/>Good afternoon gentlemen. The Republic has recently been modernizing its armed forces and we are interested in your IT-03 tank. We would like to buy 2 of them for testing against our other MBT's (Leopard 2 and Altay).<br/><br/>Thank you <br/><br/>Minister of National Defense</blockquote>"
6197,2016: A World Divided (Marketplace/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321506&start=50,2015-01-04T12:36:00,Scientists Allied,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Republic of Turkey<br/>From: Wyson Research Group<br/><br/>Of course, we will have them shipped as fast as possible. I can guarantee they will be ready for testing in 24 hours from payment of 6,400,000$, at most.<br/>IT-03 is designed to fight infantry and light tanks, but will manage to take down heavier tanks, especially if flanked. I'd suggest trying mobility and cloak tests, as very quick reinforcements are a strategic advantage on the field.<br/><br/>Thank you for purchase,<br/>CEO and President of Wyson Research Group,<br/>Matthias Esher</blockquote>"
6198,2016: A World Divided (Marketplace/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321506&start=50,2015-01-05T04:30:00,Scientists Allied,"*Tanks are delivered, 16 hours after the payment*"
6199,2016: A World Divided (Marketplace/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321506&start=50,2015-01-05T13:14:00,Scientists Allied,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Republic of Turkey<br/>From: Wyson Research Group<br/><br/>Tanks have arrived. I hope the testing goes well, and that you will consider further purchase in our company.<br/><br/>Sincerly,<br/>CEO and President of Wyson Research Group,<br/>Matthias Esher</blockquote>"
6200,2016: A World Divided (Marketplace/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321506&start=50,2015-01-06T13:17:00,Zatak,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""Center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://img4.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20141010201900/conworld/images/c/c5/India_seal.jpg""/></div><hr/><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;""><div align=""Center"">A Official Message from the Indian Ministry of External Affairs <hr/><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""> ""Satyameva Jayate""</span></span></div></span><hr/><span style=""font-size: 100%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #00FF00"">To: The Nation of Australia</span><br/><span style=""color: #0040FF"">From: Minister of External affairs Smt. Sushma Swaraj</span><br/><span style=""color: #FF0000"">Subject: Response to Brigades</span><br/><span style=""color: #FFBF00"">Notice: Extreme</span><br/><span style=""color: #00FFFF"">Encryption: None</span></span><br/><br/>Address: Raisina Hill, New Delhi <br/>Address Code: 98674<br/>Phone Number: 91 11 23011127,23011165<br/>Email; <a href=""mailto:sushmaswaraj@hotmail.com"">sushmaswaraj@hotmail.com</a> <br/>Fax; +91 11 23011463 <hr/>Greeting, Nations and company's of the world.<br/><br/>The recent conflicts in the world mostly in the Asia-Pacific region have taught us that that the security of are great nation ius further at risk from foreign threats which is why the Indian defense budget has gone up over the years. Many new things are coming to the Indian military to help boost it's capability but many things are still needed that the Indian government can not give which is why we in turn look to you all in helping us fill these roles. Below you will find a list of required gear that we need to which you can enter into a competition. These vehicles and gear are to be licensed built in India and all vehicles proposls must be sent with details and specifications before they can enter thank you.<br/><br/><ul><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Inventory requirement</span><br/>X a tender 430 light helicopters that can operate on ground and naval ships along with operation in high attitudes. These helicopters should provide a troop and cargo transport capability along with limited self defense. The first 20 will be delivered from factory but the rest must be made in India with partnership from a indian company.<br/><br/>X Upwards to 4000 Mandpad Launchers and assorted missiles for the Indian army. These MANPADS must have a long range capability and be easily transported by a single soldier to give the Indian army single man air defense capabilities. all the launchers and missiles are to be built in India.<br/><br/>X The Indian army is looking for a company to upgrade it's reserve fleet of up to 2400 T-72 tanks with updated electronics, systems, countermeasures and armor the company is requires to Upgrade the tanks in a 14 month time span or face cost reduction of up to 40,000 dollars. The upgrades given to the tanks can be debated when the contract is made.<br/><br/>X The next major thing is the Indian armys need for Light utility and logistics vehicles the Light utility vehicle should be able to mount a number of systems and act in a variety of roles including acting as a ambulance, transport, air defense system, tower and more. The indian army has a requirement for up to 20,000 vehicles of this sort to be delivered ASAP. The logistics vehicle should include a range of light and heavy logistics vehicles with the required amount ranging in the thousand. these vehicles will work besde Indian designs currently coming into service.<br/><br/>X The Indian air force requires a light high speed trainer aircraft capable of performing counter-Insurgency missions. This aircraft should be able to mount a range of light guns, bombs and missiles with a requirement of up to 120 of these planes along with weapons systems they may offer.<br/><br/>X the Indian armor fleet is already getting both local and foreign designs with Local designs just entering service now we realize that these combined with a 800 fleet of BMP-3 are not enough to fill are need on this short notice which is why the Indian government requires 1100 APC and IFV to supplement these vehicles till more can enter in of course these vehicles should be able to resist mine attacks, be light and easily transportable, be able to operate in a number of climates and altitudes and must have off road capability to a major etent of operation.</ul><br/>With these requirements many companys can look to make money off of any deals here or even mutiple deals. These vehicles are on short notice and need to be delivered ASAP with a amximum time of 24 months for full delivery. Remember that all submitted orders must come with three things.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Details<br/><br/>Specifications<br/><br/>Price</span> <br/><br/>Any submittion that does not include tee will be ignored and pushed aside aong with this there is a limited time to enter the competitions so we ask all competoters to submit quickly. Thank you and have a great day. <br/><br/><br/><hr/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Signed,<br/>The Indian Ministry of External affairs</span><hr/></blockquote>"
6201,2016: A World Divided (Marketplace/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321506&start=50,2015-01-06T14:23:00,Armeia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">BLACK MARKET REQUEST</span><br/><br/>After claiming the city of Lima as our territory we are in the market for nuclear warheads that can be launched from Peru. The cheapest offer will be accepted!"
6202,2016: A World Divided (Marketplace/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321506&start=50,2015-01-06T14:25:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: India<br/>From: The Surplus Military Vehicle Company(Working on Name)<br/>TOP SECRET<br/>We have exactly 100 T99 tanks we would be willing to sell you at half the retail price, with ammunition and fuel included.</blockquote>"
6203,2016: A World Divided (Marketplace/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321506&start=50,2015-01-06T14:30:00,The Greater Gambia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Armeia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321506&amp;p=23047991#p23047991"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">BLACK MARKET REQUEST</span><br/><br/>After claiming the city of Lima as our territory we are in the market for nuclear warheads that can be launched from Peru. The cheapest offer will be accepted!</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Email From: Nigerian Mafia<br/>Encryption: High<br/></span><br/><br/>Our AFP Allies were able to procure a nuke from a South African facility. The South Africans don't want the rest of the world to know so their keeping the whole incident under the rug. Unfortunately, the AFP doesn't have the means to use such a device so they gave it to us to do whatever we want with it. Wire us 500 million Dollars and the nuke is yours."
6204,2016: A World Divided (Marketplace/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321506&start=50,2015-01-06T14:35:00,Armeia,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321506&amp;p=23048059#p23048059"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Armeia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321506&amp;p=23047991#p23047991"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">BLACK MARKET REQUEST</span><br/><br/>After claiming the city of Lima as our territory we are in the market for nuclear warheads that can be launched from Peru. The cheapest offer will be accepted!</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Email From: Nigerian Mafia<br/>Encryption: High<br/></span><br/><br/>Our AFP Allies were able to procure a nuke from a South African facility. The South Africans don't want the rest of the world to know so their keeping the whole incident under the rug. Unfortunately, the AFP doesn't have the means to use such a device so they gave it to us to do whatever we want with it. Wire us 500 million Dollars and the nuke is yours.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>That is a good price, you will be wired the money. Please deliver the nuke to the Empire stronghold in Lima, and keep it hidden in transport."
6205,2016: A World Divided (Marketplace/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321506&start=50,2015-01-06T14:39:00,The Greater Gambia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Armeia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321506&amp;p=23048111#p23048111"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Gambia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321506&amp;p=23048059#p23048059"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Email From: Nigerian Mafia<br/>Encryption: High<br/></span><br/><br/>Our AFP Allies were able to procure a nuke from a South African facility. The South Africans don't want the rest of the world to know so their keeping the whole incident under the rug. Unfortunately, the AFP doesn't have the means to use such a device so they gave it to us to do whatever we want with it. Wire us 500 million Dollars and the nuke is yours.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>That is a good price, you will be wired the money. Please deliver the nuke to the Empire stronghold in Lima, and keep it hidden in transport.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Excellent, we will ship it to you once we have confirmation that the money has been received. Thank you for your most gracious business.""<br/><br/>The Nigerian conman closed the laptop and laughed.<br/><br/>""Fucking dumbasses actually bought it"" He said.<br/><br/>He made his way back to Sarima's nightclub, the Nigerian Mafia's base of operations, to tell her of the ""deal""."
6206,2016: A World Divided (Marketplace/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321506&start=50,2015-01-08T17:38:00,Pimps Inc,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><hr/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/f/f4/Coat_of_arms_of_Mexico_%281934-1968%29.svg/505px-Coat_of_arms_of_Mexico_%281934-1968%29.svg.png""/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Seal of the Government of Mexico</span></div><br/><hr/><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/a/a0/SEDENA_logo_2012.svg/320px-SEDENA_logo_2012.svg.png""/></div><br/><div align=""center"">From:United Mexican States<br/><span style=""font-size: 90%; line-height: 116%;"">Blvd. Manuel Ávila Camacho S/N, Miguel Hidalgo, Lomas de Sotelo, 11640 Mexico City, Federal District, Mexico<br/>E-mail: <a href=""mailto:salvador9910@hotmail.com"">salvador9910@hotmail.com</a></span></div><br/><div align=""center"">To:The Republic of India<br/><span style=""font-size: 90%; line-height: 116%;"">Address: Raisina Hill, New Delhi <br/>Address Code: 98674<br/>Phone Number: 91 11 23011127,23011165<br/>Email; <a href=""mailto:sushmaswaraj@hotmail.com"">sushmaswaraj@hotmail.com</a> <br/>Fax; +91 11 23011463<br/></span></div><br/>Encryption:<span style=""color: #FF0000"">TOP PRIORITY</span><br/><hr/><br/><sub>Dear Indian Ministry of External Affairs,<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Details</span><br/>Competing for:Light Utility Vehicle<br/>Name:VLEGA Gaucho<br/>General Information<br/>The prototype of Light Vehicle Employment General Aerotransportável was presented March 27, 2006, at Army Headquarters in Brasília - DF, for the Brazilian Army Commander, General Francisco Roberto de Albuquerque, and the Chief of General Staff of the Argentine Army, General Roberto Fernando Bendini.<br/><br/>The Car Light Employment is the initial design of the Scientific and Technological Exchanges between the armies of Brazil and Argentina. This exchange implements within the Army, the Agreement on Scientific and Technological Cooperation signed between the governments of Argentina and the Federative Republic of Brazil, on May 17, 1980.In Brazil the project is being conducted by the Technological Center of the Army (CTEx) and in Argentina by the Dirección de Investigación Desarrollo y Producción Army in that country.The project began in April 2004 when it was held in Rio de Janeiro, the first working meeting, which were agreed Technical Requirements Operating a car that should meet.The definition of principal components, the layout of the car and the responsibilities of each work team was the first step to achieving the vehicle Argentina / Brazil.The engine, gearboxes and differentials and transfer, produced in Brazil, were sent to the Argentine team that designed the tubular frame and independent suspension.The prototype semi-mounted arrived in Brazil on June 16, 2005, for completion of work carried out in the workshops of War Arsenal of Rio de Janeiro.The car is performing engineering tests at the Center for reviews of the Army (CAEX) and soon will undergo technical and operational assessments, according to modern methods of assessment of the Brazilian Army.The car has been designed to meet the requirements about sixty previously defined by the two hosts.This is a car with great versatility, being able to have civilian jobs, which will be used primarily for airmobile units, since its design allows the vehicles to be stacked and transported by aircraft type C-130.The independent suspension, great progress in the 4-wheel and 4x4 traction, combined with a powerful engine, enables high tactical mobility in any terrain.It was given and modified by both Mexico and Argentina in 2019 thanks to the Agreement on Scientific and Technological Cooperation between the two hosts signed in 2017.<br/><br/>The car can fulfill missions in development of supply, transport equipment, evacuation of wounded, launching of wireless, reconnaissance, command and control, airborne operations and special situations.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Specifications</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Engine</span><br/>MWM, 2.800 cc, 4 cylinder, turbo-Diesel producing 130 HP @ 3.600 rpm<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Dimensions</span><br/>Width: 2.15m<br/>Length: 4.15m<br/>Height: 1.85m<br/>Wheelbase: 2.80m<br/>Gauge: 1.83m<br/>Ground clearance: 0.42m<br/>Approach angle: 50°<br/>Departure angle: 40°<br/>Capacity: 600 kg<br/>Crew: Up to 4<br/>Performance[edit]<br/>Vel. Maximum: 120 km<br/>Longitudinal ramp: 60<br/>Ramp Side: 40<br/>Transposition ford: 0.52 m<br/>Vertical obstacle: 0.36 m<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Tires</span><br/>BF Goodrich Off Road 33 x 12,5 R 15<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Armament</span><br/>Armament: 7.62 mm machine gun FN MAG<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Price</span><br/>60,000 USD(varies with different versions)<br/>5,000,000 USD for DPR<br/><br/>We would like to know more about what it is you are looking in terms of your logistics vehicles so that we may be able to bring you a more detailed and better specified range of products.If the Gaucho is not what you were looking for,please let us know and we will find a replacement competitor.</sub><br/><hr/><br/><br/>Sincerely,<br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/d/dd/EPN_Firma.png/119px-EPN_Firma.png""/><br/>Salvador Cienfuegos Zepeda, incumbent Secretariat of National Defense for Virgilio Vega's Government Cabinet</blockquote>"
6207,2016: A World Divided (Marketplace/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321506&start=50,2015-01-08T17:50:00,Zatak,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""Center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://img4.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20141010201900/conworld/images/c/c5/India_seal.jpg""/></div><hr/><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;""><div align=""Center"">A Official Message from the Indian Ministry of External Affairs <hr/><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""> ""Satyameva Jayate""</span></span></div></span><hr/><span style=""font-size: 100%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #00FF00"">To: The Nation of Mexico</span><br/><span style=""color: #0040FF"">From: Minister of External affairs Smt. Sushma Swaraj</span><br/><span style=""color: #FF0000"">Subject: Response to submittion</span><br/><span style=""color: #FFBF00"">Notice: Extreme</span><br/><span style=""color: #00FFFF"">Encryption: None</span></span><br/><br/>Address: Raisina Hill, New Delhi <br/>Address Code: 98674<br/>Phone Number: 91 11 23011127,23011165<br/>Email; <a href=""mailto:sushmaswaraj@hotmail.com"">sushmaswaraj@hotmail.com</a> <br/>Fax; +91 11 23011463 <hr/>Greeting, Mexico<br/><br/>We thank you for submitting this vehicle to are competition so quickly no matter what your vehicle is entered and will be investigated for future use but to answer your question we have a few things that we would like including a minimum of four seat with the ability to add more with an available fully enclosed metal cabin with a vertical windshield. The vehicle must be made of and or constructed from lightweight and rust-resistant materials and has all-wheel drive with an independent suspensions and helical gear-reduction hubs similar to portal axles which attach towards the top rather than center of each wheel to allowed the drivetrain shafts to be raised for a full 16 in (410 mm) of ground clearance.<br/>they must be well suited for air mobile operations as they are transportable by C-130 or larger combat transports, droppable by parachute, and can be sling-loaded from helicopters and must be able to fill a multitude of roles and be customization also it has to have mine resistant capabilities available to them. <br/><br/><br/><hr/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Signed,<br/>The Indian Ministry of External affairs</span><hr/></blockquote>"
6208,2016: A World Divided (Marketplace/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321506&start=50,2015-01-09T15:16:00,Pimps Inc,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><hr/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/f/f4/Coat_of_arms_of_Mexico_%281934-1968%29.svg/505px-Coat_of_arms_of_Mexico_%281934-1968%29.svg.png""/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Seal of the Government of Mexico</span></div><br/><hr/><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/a/a0/SEDENA_logo_2012.svg/320px-SEDENA_logo_2012.svg.png""/></div><br/><div align=""center"">From:United Mexican States<br/><span style=""font-size: 90%; line-height: 116%;"">Blvd. Manuel Ávila Camacho S/N, Miguel Hidalgo, Lomas de Sotelo, 11640 Mexico City, Federal District, Mexico<br/>E-mail: <a href=""mailto:salvador9910@hotmail.com"">salvador9910@hotmail.com</a></span></div><br/><div align=""center"">To:The Republic of India<br/><span style=""font-size: 90%; line-height: 116%;"">Address: Raisina Hill, New Delhi <br/>Address Code: 98674<br/>Phone Number: 91 11 23011127,23011165<br/>Email; <a href=""mailto:sushmaswaraj@hotmail.com"">sushmaswaraj@hotmail.com</a> <br/>Fax; +91 11 23011463<br/></span></div><br/>Encryption:<span style=""color: #FF0000"">TOP PRIORITY</span><br/><hr/><br/><sub>Dear Indian Ministry of External Affairs,<br/>This message is to clear up the matter of whether the Gaucho meets the requirements established in your past message.<br/><br/>The SEDENA/VLEGA Gaucho 2020 can provide seating to up to 6 passengers,excluding the driver.It has a front passenger seat,two back seats,and accomodation for a gunner in the back,and the trunk of the vehicle can be emptied and very easily modified to provide seating for two more passengers.The armored version, which would be the version you are looking for,can carry 4,including the driver,in the safety of the car.The Gaucho is designed with a base structure called an A-structure and B-kit armor that provides higher protection levels. Gaucho also incorporate various additional survivability technologies to meet requirements.The Gaucho is designed to accept transparent window armor. To prevent casualties due to fires, the fuel tanks are mounted outside the crew compartment and are required to be self-sealing. Fires in the engine compartment are to be detected and extinguished within 10 seconds to minimize vehicle damage. In addition, the driver also has access to a small portable fire extinguisher.The Gaucho could have an improved polyfibroblast applied to it, a type of self-healing paint originally developed by the Office of Naval Research and Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory made to decrease vehicle maintenance. Development of the modified version began in 2018 in Brazil and created a powder consisting of microscopic liquid-filled polymer spheres that can be combined with standard primers. The substance lets paint scratches heal by breaking capsules and forming a coating over the exposed steel much sooner before corrosion takes place, cutting maintenance costs and allowing vehicles to operate in the field longer than the 2008 version. It can also be very easily disassembled into the cargo position, in which two Gauchos can be stacked on one another to conserve space and maximize the amount per delivery/reducing the amount of journeys to deliver a certain number of the vehicle,thereby saving money, then delivered and reassembled just as fast. The car can fulfill missions in development of supply, transport equipment, evacuation of wounded, launching of wireless, reconnaissance, command and control, airborne operations and many other roles,which we refer to as ""special situations"",since it is very customizable and easy to perform those customizations on it. The independent suspension, great progress in the 4-wheel and 4x4 traction, combined with a powerful engine, enables high tactical mobility in any terrain for all your offroad needs.<br/><br/>Here at SEDENA,assure you that the upgraded SEDENA/VLEGA Gaucho 2020 is the best light utility vehicle out there,surpassing current US,EU,and Russian designs by a decade.Here are some courtesy pictures of the SEDENA/VLEGA Gaucho 2020.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Courtesy Pictures""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/f/f9/VLEGA_Gaucho.JPG/320px-VLEGA_Gaucho.JPG""/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">The Gaucho on exhibition in Buenos Aires.</span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/e/ea/Gaucho_VLEGA_2007.jpg/300px-Gaucho_VLEGA_2007.jpg""/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">The Gaucho on exhibition in Rio de Janeiro</span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://k10.kn3.net/585EAE1EC.jpg""/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Clockwise from top left:Mexican forces use Gauchos in the 2023 WarJuegos to storm an Argentine compound,Argentine Gauchos near La Carlota,Gauchos on parade in Rio de Janeiro,Mexican army Gauchos near Ciudad Juarez during an operation against Mexican cartels</span></div></div></div></sub><br/><hr/><br/><br/>Sincerely,<br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/d/dd/EPN_Firma.png/119px-EPN_Firma.png""/><br/>Salvador Cienfuegos Zepeda, incumbent Secretariat of National Defense for Virgilio Vega's Government Cabinet</blockquote>"
6209,2016: A World Divided (Marketplace/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321506&start=50,2015-01-09T17:31:00,Pimps Inc,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://theworldsbestever.s3.amazonaws.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/mexican-cartel-violence.jpg""/></div><br/>To:The Market<br/>From:Those who go against the US/Mexican oppression,the Cartels<br/>Encryption:<span style=""color: #FF0000"">Top Secret</span><br/>Greetings,leaders of the world's governments and CEOs of the companies that bribe those leaders,<br/>The Mexican Cartels have recently sought to buy a list of products at the cheapest price.Here is the list:<br/><br/>50 K2 Black Panthers<br/>2,000 ARX 170s<br/>20 MD Helicopters MH-6 Little Bird<br/>100 G7 howitzers<br/>5 General Atomics MQ-1 Predator<br/>1 Fairchild Republic A-10 Thunderbolt II<br/>20 GAU-8 Avenger and 100,000 rounds of ammunition<br/>30 AGM-65 Maverick<br/>5 Hydra rocket pods<br/>100 RPG-7 with 1000 rounds of ammunition<br/>Deliver them to a abandoned port in Cozumel<br/>If you attempt to deport us to the authorities,then be ready to wake up covered in the blood of your loved ones and then burned alive.<br/><br/>-The Cartels</blockquote>"
6210,2016: A World Divided (Marketplace/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321506&start=50,2015-01-09T17:45:00,Licata,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321506&amp;p=23082627#p23082627"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center"">(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://theworldsbestever.s3.amazonaws.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/mexican-cartel-violence.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div><br/>To:The Market<br/>From:Those who go against the US/Mexican oppression,the Cartels<br/>Encryption:<span style=""color: #FF0000"">Top Secret</span><br/>Greetings,leaders of the world's governments and CEOs of the companies that bribe those leaders,<br/>The Mexican Cartels have recently sought to buy a list of products at the cheapest price.Here is the list:<br/><br/>50 K2 Black Panthers<br/>2,000 ARX 170s<br/>20 MD Helicopters MH-6 Little Bird<br/>100 G7 howitzers<br/>5 General Atomics MQ-1 Predator<br/>1 Fairchild Republic A-10 Thunderbolt II<br/>20 GAU-8 Avenger and 100,000 rounds of ammunition<br/>30 AGM-65 Maverick<br/>5 Hydra rocket pods<br/>100 RPG-7 with 1000 rounds of ammunition<br/>Deliver them to a abandoned port in Cozumel<br/>If you attempt to deport us to the authorities,then be ready to wake up covered in the blood of your loved ones and then burned alive.<br/><br/>-The Cartels</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/>From: Emperor Giovanni<br/>Encryption: None<br/><br/>At 500 USd a piece we'll send you the ARX 170's."
6211,2016: A World Divided (Marketplace/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321506&start=50,2015-01-09T17:48:00,Pimps Inc,"<blockquote><div><cite>Licata <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321506&amp;p=23082769#p23082769"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321506&amp;p=23082627#p23082627"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center"">(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://theworldsbestever.s3.amazonaws.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/mexican-cartel-violence.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div><br/>To:The Market<br/>From:Those who go against the US/Mexican oppression,the Cartels<br/>Encryption:<span style=""color: #FF0000"">Top Secret</span><br/>Greetings,leaders of the world's governments and CEOs of the companies that bribe those leaders,<br/>The Mexican Cartels have recently sought to buy a list of products at the cheapest price.Here is the list:<br/><br/>50 K2 Black Panthers<br/>2,000 ARX 170s<br/>20 MD Helicopters MH-6 Little Bird<br/>100 G7 howitzers<br/>5 General Atomics MQ-1 Predator<br/>1 Fairchild Republic A-10 Thunderbolt II<br/>20 GAU-8 Avenger and 100,000 rounds of ammunition<br/>30 AGM-65 Maverick<br/>5 Hydra rocket pods<br/>100 RPG-7 with 1000 rounds of ammunition<br/>Deliver them to a abandoned port in Cozumel<br/>If you attempt to deport us to the authorities,then be ready to wake up covered in the blood of your loved ones and then burned alive.<br/><br/>-The Cartels</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/>From: Emperor Giovanni<br/>Encryption: None <br/><br/>At 500 USd a piece we'll send you ARX 170's.</div></blockquote><br/><div align=""center"">(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://theworldsbestever.s3.amazonaws.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/mexican-cartel-violence.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div><br/>To:The Market<br/>From:Those who go against the US/Mexican oppression,the Cartels<br/>Encryption:<span style=""color: #FF0000"">Top Secret</span><br/>In that case we will buy 2,000.Any special attachments you add(as long as the amount is reasonable such as 2-3 attachments) will be bought as well.Pleasure doing business with you.<br/><br/>-The Cartels"
6212,2016: A World Divided (Marketplace/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321506&start=50,2015-01-09T17:53:00,Licata,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321506&amp;p=23082808#p23082808"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Licata <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321506&amp;p=23082769#p23082769"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>From: Emperor Giovanni<br/>Encryption: None <br/><br/>At 500 USd a piece we'll send you ARX 170's.</div></blockquote><br/><div align=""center"">(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://theworldsbestever.s3.amazonaws.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/mexican-cartel-violence.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div><br/>To:The Market<br/>From:Those who go against the US/Mexican oppression,the Cartels<br/>Encryption:<span style=""color: #FF0000"">Top Secret</span><br/>In that case we will buy 2,000.Any special attachments you add(as long as the amount is reasonable such as 2-3 attachments) will be bought as well.Pleasure doing business with you.<br/><br/>-The Cartels</div></blockquote><br/><br/>From: Emperor Giovanni<br/>Encryption: NONE!<br/><br/>We'll add a fore-grip(13 USD), a Red dot sight(30 USD), and we will send them with a 7.62×39mm barrel so you can use AK-47 ammunition(30 USD)."
6213,2016: A World Divided (Marketplace/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321506&start=50,2015-01-09T17:57:00,Pimps Inc,"<blockquote><div><cite>Licata <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321506&amp;p=23082845#p23082845"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321506&amp;p=23082808#p23082808"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center"">(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://theworldsbestever.s3.amazonaws.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/mexican-cartel-violence.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div><br/>To:The Market<br/>From:Those who go against the US/Mexican oppression,the Cartels<br/>Encryption:<span style=""color: #FF0000"">Top Secret</span><br/>In that case we will buy 2,000.Any special attachments you add(as long as the amount is reasonable such as 2-3 attachments) will be bought as well.Pleasure doing business with you.<br/><br/>-The Cartels</div></blockquote><br/><br/>From: Emperor Giovanni<br/>Encryption: NONE!<br/><br/>We'll add a fore-grip(13 USD), a Red dot sight(30 USD), and we will send them with a 7.62×39mm barrel so you can use AK-47 ammunition(30 USD).</div></blockquote><br/><br/><div align=""center"">(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://theworldsbestever.s3.amazonaws.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/mexican-cartel-violence.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div><br/>To:The Market<br/>From:Those who go against the US/Mexican oppression,the Cartels<br/>Encryption:<span style=""color: #FF0000"">Top Secret</span><br/>It was a pleasure.If you can provide any of the remaining weapons on that list,let us know.<br/><br/>-The Cartels"
6214,2016: A World Divided (Marketplace/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321506&start=50,2015-01-09T17:58:00,Licata,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321506&amp;p=23082893#p23082893"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Licata <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321506&amp;p=23082845#p23082845"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>From: Emperor Giovanni<br/>Encryption: NONE!<br/><br/>We'll add a fore-grip(13 USD), a Red dot sight(30 USD), and we will send them with a 7.62×39mm barrel so you can use AK-47 ammunition(30 USD).</div></blockquote><br/><br/><div align=""center"">(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://theworldsbestever.s3.amazonaws.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/mexican-cartel-violence.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div><br/>To:The Market<br/>From:Those who go against the US/Mexican oppression,the Cartels<br/>Encryption:<span style=""color: #FF0000"">Top Secret</span><br/>It was a pleasure.If you can provide any of the remaining weapons on that list,let us know.<br/><br/>-The Cartels</div></blockquote><br/><br/>From: Emperor Giovanni<br/>Encryption: NONE!<br/><br/>Sorry, we don't deal in barbarian tech."
6215,2016: A World Divided (Marketplace/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321506&start=50,2015-01-09T18:00:00,Pimps Inc,"<blockquote><div><cite>Licata <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321506&amp;p=23082906#p23082906"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321506&amp;p=23082893#p23082893"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><div align=""center"">(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://theworldsbestever.s3.amazonaws.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/mexican-cartel-violence.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div><br/>To:The Market<br/>From:Those who go against the US/Mexican oppression,the Cartels<br/>Encryption:<span style=""color: #FF0000"">Top Secret</span><br/>It was a pleasure.If you can provide any of the remaining weapons on that list,let us know.<br/><br/>-The Cartels</div></blockquote><br/><br/>From: Emperor Giovanni<br/>Encryption: NONE!<br/><br/>Sorry, we don't deal in barbarian tech.</div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://theworldsbestever.s3.amazonaws.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/mexican-cartel-violence.jpg""/></div><br/>To:The Market<br/>From:Those who go against the US/Mexican oppression,the Cartels<br/>Encryption:<span style=""color: #FF0000"">Top Secret</span><br/>We would be willing to negotiate replacing some of those items with yours.As well as aybe striking a partnership with you to sell your products to the demand in the Americas.</blockquote>"
6216,2016: A World Divided (Marketplace/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321506&start=50,2015-01-09T18:18:00,Licata,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321506&amp;p=23082935#p23082935"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Licata <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321506&amp;p=23082906#p23082906"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>From: Emperor Giovanni<br/>Encryption: NONE!<br/><br/>Sorry, we don't deal in barbarian tech.</div></blockquote><br/><div align=""center"">(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://theworldsbestever.s3.amazonaws.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/mexican-cartel-violence.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div><br/>To:The Market<br/>From:Those who go against the US/Mexican oppression,the Cartels<br/>Encryption:<span style=""color: #FF0000"">Top Secret</span><br/>We would be willing to negotiate replacing some of those items with yours.As well as aybe striking a partnership with you to sell your products to the demand in the Americas.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>From: Emperor Giovanni<br/>Encryption: None (OOC: because we aren't the US government!)<br/><br/>I'll have a catalog sent to you.<br/><br/>From: Syndicate of Arms<br/>Encryption: High<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Catalog""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Mangusta: 10 million USD<br/>ARX 170: 500 USD<br/>AgustaWestland AW109: 3 million<br/>OTO Melara Mod 56: 300 K<br/>5 General Atomics MQ-1 Predator: We have 6 for only 1 million(for all)<br/>Panavia Tornado: 1 million; 800K when bought in bulk*(15+)<br/>30 AGM-65 Maverick: We can sell a package of thirty for 1 million<br/>5 Hydra rocket pods: Can do for 1 million <br/>100 RPG-7 with 1000 rounds of ammunition: ****(We can sell up to 2000 Barbarian Pazerfaust 3's, up to 10,000 rounds**(10K))</blockquote></div></div></div>"
6217,2016: A World Divided (Marketplace/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321506&start=75,2015-01-12T11:56:00,Protector Galactics,To: Market<br/>From: Anonymous<br/>Encryption: Unbreakable<br/>Insert Code: Inserted<br/>We would like a order of 10 Bell Cobra's attack helicopters. We would like another order of 15 M-16 assault rifles. This is all for the current time.
6218,2016: A World Divided (Marketplace/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321506&start=75,2015-01-12T14:03:00,Pimps Inc,"<blockquote><div><cite>Licata <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321506&amp;p=23083161#p23083161"">wrote</a>:</cite>From: Emperor Giovanni<br/>Encryption: None (OOC: because we aren't the US government!)<br/><br/>I'll have a catalog sent to you.<br/><br/>From: Syndicate of Arms<br/>Encryption: High<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Catalog""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Mangusta: 10 million USD<br/>ARX 170: 500 USD<br/>AgustaWestland AW109: 3 million<br/>OTO Melara Mod 56: 300 K<br/>5 General Atomics MQ-1 Predator: We have 6 for only 1 million(for all)<br/>Panavia Tornado: 1 million; 800K when bought in bulk*(15+)<br/>30 AGM-65 Maverick: We can sell a package of thirty for 1 million<br/>5 Hydra rocket pods: Can do for 1 million <br/>100 RPG-7 with 1000 rounds of ammunition: ****(We can sell up to 2000 Barbarian Pazerfaust 3's, up to 10,000 rounds**(10K))</blockquote></div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://theworldsbestever.s3.amazonaws.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/mexican-cartel-violence.jpg""/></div><br/>To:The Market<br/>From:Those who go against the US/Mexican oppression,the Cartels<br/>Encryption:<span style=""color: #FF0000"">Top Secret</span><br/>We will buy<br/><ul><li>x50 OTO Melara Mod 56(we believe 300K for an artillery piece is outrageous)</li><li>x6 General Atomics MQ-1 Predator</li><li>x15 Panavia Tornado</li><li>x60 AGM-65 Maverick</li><li>x10 Hydra rocket pods</li><li>x100 RPG-7 with 1000 rounds of munitions</li><li>x10 Puma 6x6</li><li>x25 Bandvagn 2065</li><li>x10 Dardo IFV</li><li>30 M106 APC</li><li>10 Leopard 2</li></ul>To be delivered to a port in Cozumel.<br/>We would also like to know if you have any MH-6 Little Birds in stock.<br/>-The Cartels</blockquote>"
6219,2016: A World Divided (Marketplace/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321506&start=75,2015-01-12T15:49:00,Licata,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321506&amp;p=23114596#p23114596"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Licata <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321506&amp;p=23083161#p23083161"">wrote</a>:</cite>From: Emperor Giovanni<br/>Encryption: None (OOC: because we aren't the US government!)<br/><br/>I'll have a catalog sent to you.<br/><br/>From: Syndicate of Arms<br/>Encryption: High<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Catalog""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Mangusta: 10 million USD<br/>ARX 170: 500 USD<br/>AgustaWestland AW109: 3 million<br/>OTO Melara Mod 56: 300 K<br/>5 General Atomics MQ-1 Predator: We have 6 for only 1 million(for all)<br/>Panavia Tornado: 1 million; 800K when bought in bulk*(15+)<br/>30 AGM-65 Maverick: We can sell a package of thirty for 1 million<br/>5 Hydra rocket pods: Can do for 1 million <br/>100 RPG-7 with 1000 rounds of ammunition: ****(We can sell up to 2000 Barbarian Pazerfaust 3's, up to 10,000 rounds**(10K))</blockquote></div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://theworldsbestever.s3.amazonaws.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/mexican-cartel-violence.jpg""/></div><br/>To:The Market<br/>From:Those who go against the US/Mexican oppression,the Cartels<br/>Encryption:<span style=""color: #FF0000"">Top Secret</span><br/>We will buy<br/><ul><li>x50 OTO Melara Mod 56(we believe 300K for an artillery piece is outrageous)</li><li>x6 General Atomics MQ-1 Predator</li><li>x15 Panavia Tornado</li><li>x60 AGM-65 Maverick</li><li>x10 Hydra rocket pods</li><li>x100 RPG-7 with 1000 rounds of munitions</li><li>x10 Puma 6x6</li><li>x25 Bandvagn 2065</li><li>x10 Dardo IFV</li><li>30 M106 APC</li><li>10 Leopard 2</li></ul>To be delivered to a port in Cozumel.<br/>We would also like to know if you have any MH-6 Little Birds in stock.<br/>-The Cartels</blockquote></div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/>This is a large purchase and so it will take a month or two to complete the delivery. We expect half of the pay now and the rest once the delivery is complete. I hope we may continue on with our business."
6220,2016: A World Divided (Marketplace/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321506&start=75,2015-01-13T11:55:00,Licata,From: Emperor Giovanni<br/>To: Market<br/>Encryption: None<br/><br/>We seek anti Satellite missile designs as well as rail gun blue prints. name your price!
6221,2016: A World Divided (Marketplace/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321506&start=75,2015-01-13T12:11:00,Protector Galactics,"<blockquote><div><cite>Licata <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321506&amp;p=23124106#p23124106"">wrote</a>:</cite>From: Emperor Giovanni<br/>To: Market <br/>Encryption: None<br/><br/>We seek anti Satellite missile designs as well as rail gun blue prints. name your price!</div></blockquote><br/>From:Phantom Industries<br/>To: Emperor Giovanni<br/>We will sell you the blueprints and licences for it for the price of 1.2 billion each."
6222,2016: A World Divided (Marketplace/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321506&start=75,2015-01-13T12:16:00,Licata,"<blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321506&amp;p=23124325#p23124325"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Licata <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321506&amp;p=23124106#p23124106"">wrote</a>:</cite>From: Emperor Giovanni<br/>To: Market <br/>Encryption: None<br/><br/>We seek anti Satellite missile designs as well as rail gun blue prints. name your price!</div></blockquote><br/>From:Phantom Industries<br/>To: Emperor Giovanni<br/>We will sell you the blueprints and licences for it for the price of 1.2 billion each.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Deal, We will wire you the pay after we receive the blue prints. Please send them quickly."
6223,2016: A World Divided (Marketplace/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321506&start=75,2015-01-13T12:18:00,Protector Galactics,"<blockquote><div><cite>Licata <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321506&amp;p=23124388#p23124388"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321506&amp;p=23124325#p23124325"">wrote</a>:</cite>From:Phantom Industries<br/>To: Emperor Giovanni<br/>We will sell you the blueprints and licences for it for the price of 1.2 billion each.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Deal, We will wire you the pay after we receive the blue prints. Please send them quickly.</div></blockquote><br/>It should arrive up to 12 hours max. This is our fastest as we can get it to you."
6224,2016: A World Divided (Marketplace/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321506&start=75,2015-01-13T12:18:00,Protector Galactics,"<blockquote><div><cite>Licata <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321506&amp;p=23124388#p23124388"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321506&amp;p=23124325#p23124325"">wrote</a>:</cite>From:Phantom Industries<br/>To: Emperor Giovanni<br/>We will sell you the blueprints and licences for it for the price of 1.2 billion each.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Deal, We will wire you the pay after we receive the blue prints. Please send them quickly.</div></blockquote><br/>We would also like to buy arms from you. Mind if you give us a catalog?"
6225,2016: A World Divided (Marketplace/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321506&start=75,2015-01-13T16:06:00,Licata,"<blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321506&amp;p=23124418#p23124418"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Licata <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321506&amp;p=23124388#p23124388"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Deal, We will wire you the pay after we receive the blue prints. Please send them quickly.</div></blockquote><br/>We would also like to buy arms from you. Mind if you give us a catalog?</div></blockquote><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Catalog""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Dardo: 3 million<br/>Centauro: 2.5 million<br/>C1Ariete: 4 million<br/>C2 Ariete: 6 million<br/>Carcano Giovanni: 120 USD<br/>Mangusta: 10 million USD<br/>ARX 170: 500 USD<br/>AgustaWestland AW109: 3 million<br/>OTO Melara Mod 56: 300 K<br/>5 General Atomics MQ-1 Predator: We have 6 for only 1 million(for all)<br/>Panavia Tornado: 1 million; 800K when bought in bulk*(15+)<br/>30 AGM-65 Maverick: We can sell a package of thirty for 1 million<br/>5 Hydra rocket pods: Can do for 1 million <br/>100 RPG-7 with 1000 rounds of ammunition: ****(We can sell up to 2000 Barbarian Pazerfaust 3's, up to 10,000 rounds**(10K))</blockquote></div></div></div>"
6226,2016: A World Divided (Marketplace/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321506&start=75,2015-01-15T17:09:00,Licata,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">To:</span>World<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">From: Emperor Giovanni and the Counsel of Syndicates</span><br/><br/>We, being the State of Italy and the Syndicates that make her go round, hereby officially post our offer to the world; We say, for 1,000 Italo Euros per month or the equivalent is sufficient to ""rent"" the services of our most glorious soldiers. They are stead fast and trained to the highest degree, fully armed and deadly.<br/><br/>""Perfect for toppling a corrupt regime or building one."" - Chairman of the Lollipop Guild(Syndicate)"
6227,2016: A World Divided (Marketplace/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321506&start=75,2015-01-15T17:17:00,Of The Rnclave,"<blockquote><div><cite>Licata <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321506&amp;p=23152240#p23152240"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">To:</span> World<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">From: Emperor Giovanni and the Counsel of Syndicates</span><br/><br/>We, being the State of Italy and the Syndicates that make her go round, hereby officially post our offer to the world; We say, for 1,000 Italo Euros per month or the equivalent is sufficient to ""rent"" the services of our most glorious soldiers. They are stead fast and trained to the highest degree, fully armed and deadly. <br/><br/>""Perfect for toppling a corrupt regime or building one."" - Chairman of the Lollipop Guild(Syndicate)</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The USA would like to rent 50,000 Italian soldier to bolster American forces in Africa and Eastern Europe"
6228,2016: A World Divided (Marketplace/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321506&start=75,2015-01-15T17:21:00,Licata,"<blockquote><div><cite>Of The Rnclave <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321506&amp;p=23152342#p23152342"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Licata <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321506&amp;p=23152240#p23152240"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">To:</span> World<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">From: Emperor Giovanni and the Counsel of Syndicates</span><br/><br/>We, being the State of Italy and the Syndicates that make her go round, hereby officially post our offer to the world; We say, for 1,000 Italo Euros per month or the equivalent is sufficient to ""rent"" the services of our most glorious soldiers. They are stead fast and trained to the highest degree, fully armed and deadly. <br/><br/>""Perfect for toppling a corrupt regime or building one."" - Chairman of the Lollipop Guild(Syndicate)</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The USA would like to rent 50,000 Italian soldier to bolster American forces in Africa and Eastern Europe</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Upon paying for the first month of service they will begin deployment."
6229,2016: A World Divided (Marketplace/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321506&start=75,2015-01-15T17:25:00,Protector Galactics,"<blockquote><div><cite>Licata <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321506&amp;p=23152240#p23152240"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">To:</span> World<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">From: Emperor Giovanni and the Counsel of Syndicates</span><br/><br/>We, being the State of Italy and the Syndicates that make her go round, hereby officially post our offer to the world; We say, for 1,000 Italo Euros per month or the equivalent is sufficient to ""rent"" the services of our most glorious soldiers. They are stead fast and trained to the highest degree, fully armed and deadly. <br/><br/>""Perfect for toppling a corrupt regime or building one."" - Chairman of the Lollipop Guild(Syndicate)</div></blockquote><br/>To:Italy<br/>From:Krenzian Minister of the Armed Force<br/>We would like to hire 10,000 of your mercenaries for just a month. We have a small budget but i'm guessing we can afford it. The Autarch and the people of The Krenzian Union would be pleased.<br/><br/>To:Italy<br/>From:Phantom Industries<br/>The shipment will arrive as fast as possible. Possibly today or tomorrow."
6230,2016: A World Divided (Marketplace/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321506&start=75,2015-01-15T17:34:00,Licata,"<blockquote><div><cite>Protector Galactics <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321506&amp;p=23152444#p23152444"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Licata <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321506&amp;p=23152240#p23152240"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">To:</span> World<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">From: Emperor Giovanni and the Counsel of Syndicates</span><br/><br/>We, being the State of Italy and the Syndicates that make her go round, hereby officially post our offer to the world; We say, for 1,000 Italo Euros per month or the equivalent is sufficient to ""rent"" the services of our most glorious soldiers. They are stead fast and trained to the highest degree, fully armed and deadly. <br/><br/>""Perfect for toppling a corrupt regime or building one."" - Chairman of the Lollipop Guild(Syndicate)</div></blockquote><br/>To:Italy<br/>From:Krenzian Minister of the Armed Force<br/>We would like to hire 10,000 of your mercenaries for just a month. We have a small budget but i'm guessing we can afford it. The Autarch and the people of The Krenzian Union would be pleased.<br/><br/>To:Italy <br/>From:Phantom Industries<br/>The shipment will arrive as fast as possible. Possibly today or tomorrow.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>TO: Krenzian Union<br/>From: Italy<br/><br/>Upon payment the soldiers will begin deployment. Because it will take some time to arrive, their time of service will not begin until arrival in your land.<br/><br/>OOC: You flying those here or did you strap sone supersonic torps to a boat?"
6231,2016: A World Divided (Marketplace/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321506&start=75,2015-01-16T11:55:00,Protector Galactics,"To: All nations of the world<br/>From: Phantom Industries<br/>We are now selling our jets worldwide.<br/>This is a perfect rare opportunity to open our inventory to the public world. This sale is going for only a month. So don't lose a opportunity to get military and civilian aircraft.<br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>JC-43 Sky Dragon<br/>Speed: 650 MPH<br/>Introduction: 2019<br/>Status: In Service<br/>National Origin: Krenzian Union<br/>Style: Civilian<br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i.kinja-img.com/gawker-media/image/upload/t_original/y46r3qhvtr3tbwtr8asz.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>) </div></blockquote><br/>PT-47 The Raven<br/>Speed: 650 MPH<br/>Introduction: 2023<br/>Status: In Service<br/>National Origin: Krenzian Union<br/>Style: Transport<br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://psipunk.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/12/futuristic-forms-of-air-travel-3.jpg""/><br/><br/>F-87 Night star<br/>Speed: 760 MPH<br/>Introduction: 2025<br/>Status: In Service<br/>National Origin: Krenzian Union<br/>Style: Trainer/Attack aircraft<br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://thumbs.media.smithsonianmag.com//filer/12.XP86.jpg__600x0_q85_upscale.jpg""/></div></div></div>"
6232,1202-The Reborn World-IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321606,2014-11-26T16:48:00,The Holy Dominion of Inesea,"<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321591"" rel=""nofollow"">OOC</a><br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i.imgur.com/bfOgyco.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Map</a><br/><br/>Rules-<br/>-No Godmodding<br/>-I am OP, OP is God<br/>-Co-OPs act with my full approval. If you wish to dispute a ruling, TG me. Until then, their rulings all binding.<br/>-You may only RP one nation at a time<br/>-You may not switch nations repeatedly<br/>-Reservations are for three days<br/>-Actions must be reasonable, or if unreasonable have appropriate results<br/>IE France's King becoming muslim, then the Bishops rebel.<br/>-The Papacy will always be a theocracy<br/>-Previous Player actions in a nation are non retroactive<br/><br/>POST AWAY!"
6233,1202-The Reborn World-IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321606,2014-11-26T17:20:00,G-Tech Corporation,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Chamber of Roses, Scarlet Palace, Kiev, Principality of Kiev</span><br/><br/>The torches burnt in their sconces, a light scent of rose and incense filling the air. Crafted by the local Waxworkers Guild for the engagement ceremony, they had been stockpiled for this day, at the heart of the winter. For several months the delegation from Vladimir had been entertained in the great city of Kiev, here on the banks of the ice-covered Dnieper. As fall came and passed the Crown Prince, a stout youth of fourteen, had come to know and accept the friendship of the Lady Anastasia, heir to the Principality that Vladimir-Sudzal represented. Regent Dmitriev mulled his spiced wine, savoring the warmth as he stood upon the carved stone balustrade of the reception room, drinking in the chill air and crisp night sky that lay over the city. Here outside the hubbub and pomp of the social circle that twirled inside the double oaken doors he felt more free. The guttering smoke and roaring fire were warm enough to be sure, and his position of power within the Principality as one of the wealthiest and oldest retainers of the Yaroslavs meant the glittering jeweled ladies of court paid him more than enough attention. But they were not the soul of the Rus'. This cold clear air, the harsh power of the winter, and the northern climes; ah, they were his first love, since he was a babe and breathed the ice and snow.<br/><br/>Behind Nikolai the door creaked open, causing the two guardsmen next to it to turn their eyes slightly from their rigid posture. As much as part of the furniture of the Palace to the Regent as any balustrade or chair, the guardsmen were fiercely loyal to the Yaroslavs, bannermen of no small skill. Through the gap of light and noise emerged a tall burly figure, breathing in the daggers of frigid air with a sigh.<br/><br/>""Prince Olgid."" Nikolai addressed the father of the girl, the child really, who would soon be joined in marriage to the hope of Kiev. A volatile man in his youth, Olgid had renewed the old ties to Kiev, and Nikolai had fought alongside the great bear of a man on many fields. Against the eastern barbarians, against the Cumans, even against Pereyaslavl.<br/><br/>The Prince smiled, displaying a mouth still bearing many of its teeth; barely entering his thirtieth winter, the Prince was still young and hale, as the Grand Prince Yaroslavich had been. ""It has been too long since you came north, Nikolai. My wife is inside; she has made some of those pork and meat pies you so love. Ah! But it is good to be outside of that tumult of noise and nobles. Good men you have old friend, but many of them. I could not hold your court straight even if I stayed for another winter's social season."" He advanced to the balustrade, placing hands the size of bear paws on the polished dark fir. ""I trust your business in the east is successfully concluded?""<br/><br/>With a cough the Regent laughed for a moment. ""You could say that, yes. The border raiders were stubborn, which is why I was not here to greet your delegation in person. But the snows have dampened their enthusiasm for another drubbing at the hands of the Nightguards and our levies."" He sipped from the spiced wine, turning to lean on the balcony railing and contemplate the immense stone edifice that was the Scarlet Palace. ""And I trust Petoyr has been satisfactory? You feel quite at home in your chambers?""<br/><br/>""Quite alright, quite alright. Vladimir is a prodigy, and a positive gentleman. Also not bad with his sword; we've had a few friendly duels. He will be a fine match for my daughter, and is an heir worthy of old Vseslav."" The Prince's face darkened. ""Accursed be those sons of Pereslavyl that took him from us before his time. He was a man deserving of an old age doted upon by his children, not one to meet his end on a blade."" At Olgid's sides his fists clenched, and his right hand rested on his sword hilt. Nikolai nodded, his face somber.<br/><br/>""I will teach them a lesson worth remembering this summer. Our forces have only grown over the years since Vseslav's death, and every raiding season they have less to oppose us. My last letter to you spoke plainly; if you join your forces to mine, all Pereyaslavl will burn. Have you thought of my proposition? A new Rus', not dominated by Kiev, but for all of the lineage of Rurik?""<br/><br/>Olgid sighed, his deep black beard a garb for his smoking breath. ""Yes, Nikolai. My council and I have considered the merits of such a union carefully. Perhaps one day, but not now. But my soldiers will march south- Chernigov will allow them passage."" Happiness replaced the cloud upon his candor, and a smile of a predator, like a wolf in the darkest of woods. ""They will pay for their insult to our ancestors, ah, yes."" The Prince turned, to go back inside. Almost as an afterthought he spoke, even as his enormous hand opened the door to the audience chamber. ""Then, perhaps, when Prince Juriswa lies dead at your feet, we may talk more of your proposition."""
6234,1202-The Reborn World-IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321606,2014-11-26T17:48:00,Reatra,"“Another wave of settlers for Cafa, René.” Danilo reported.<br/>“Good, good. How goes the Corsicans?” Doge René asked his Marshal.<br/>“The local villagers don’t really care that we’re taking the island. It is only the count and his barons. The castle in Ajaccio is still refusing to recognize you as it’s liege… but give me some gold and some men and I can change that…” Danilo said.<br/>“I… I would guess that that would be the best course of action. How goes the penetration in Sardinia?”<br/>“It seems that our efforts to increase our influence in the Black Sea and Corsica are making it difficult to direct our merchants to Cagliari too. But the north of the island is almost completely within our grasp. A few more bribes and a few more years and the castles and lords there will no doubt become part of our Republic.”<br/>“Thank you, Danny, I hope to have the fleets visit these places soon. And ask Logan for the gold to take to Ajaccio, otherwise you can go relax with your family for the foreseeable future.” René said.<br/>“I will, Doge. Also, the Saracens from Tripolitania and Tunis are seeming to become more calm, hopefully this means a year or two without disturbance from them.”<br/>“We can only hope. Alright, I will see you soon, Danny.” René said, waving his Marshal off with his hand. René was left with his thoughts and his window. From his family palace, where all of the Soto Family resided. René, his three sons, one was eight, and the other two (who were twins) only six months. His two daughters, one a eighteen year-old beauty, the other a thirteen year old, also lived in the palace, as they were not yet married or betrothed to anyone. It was actually quite strange that René had been thinking of his daughters, as literally three minutes later Isotta Soto came in to René’s room.<br/>“Father, I was just thinking of all the other girls in the other palaces, they have been wedded already. When are you planning to have me do the same?” She said.<br/>“Love, I have yet to find someone worthy of your beauty. Give me some time, and I will find you the man that will wed you. Alright?” René said, hoping for the talk to end quickly.<br/>“Ye… Yes father.” Isotta said, sensing her father’s discomfort. She left the room quickly.<br/><br/>“Damn. Why must these women want to leave?”"
6235,1202-The Reborn World-IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321606,2014-11-26T18:48:00,Liecthenbourg,"<div align=""middle""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Papal States</span></span></span><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.eu4wiki.com/images/thumb/7/71/The_Papal_State.png/330px-The_Papal_State.png""/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Rome; The Eternal City</span><br/>""For God So Loved the World"" <br/>- John 3:16</div><br/><br/>Thuribles were swung gracefully and candles burned brightly throughout the room as Pope Innocent slowly walked along the immense hall of his residence. Around him stood, in their red attire that took their name, Cardinals in their dozens - their wide brimmed hates of reds forming a great wave within the room. Accompanying the solemness as the Pope walked across the hall, Cardinals flanking him, was the sound of mighty chanting coming from the balconies of stone and marble above the gathered individuals. Nuns and Monks and Priests and Citizens themselves sung from atop these places, their lungs carrying beautiful words of song and tale.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 85%; line-height: 116%;""><div align=""middle""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Dies iræ, dies illa<br/>Solvet sæclum in favilla,<br/>Teste David cum Sibylla.<br/><br/>Quantus tremor est futurus,<br/>Quando Judex est venturus,<br/>Cuncta stricte discussurus!<br/><br/>Tuba mirum spargens sonum,<br/>Per sepulchra regionum,<br/>Coget omnes ante thronum.</span></div></span><br/><br/>Innocent climbed the steps before his seat and eventually sat down upon the greatly and exquisitely crafted chair of oak. As he seated, the fellow individuals in the room bowed respectfully and many of the guards by their stations amongst columns and on the balconies too did bow and kneel before His Holiness. Innocent had earned a great respect amongst his subjects in the Papal States and was looked up to by many of the Courts of Europe - those whom he had constantly informed his power super-ceded theirs for his position as God's Representative upon the Earth.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 85%; line-height: 116%;""><div align=""middle""><span style=""font-style: italic""><br/>Mors stupebit et natura,<br/>Cum resurget creatura,<br/>Judicanti responsura.<br/><br/>Liber scriptus proferetur,<br/>In quo totum continetur,<br/>Unde mundus judicetur.<br/><br/>Judex ergo cum sedebit,<br/>Quidquid latet apparebit:<br/>Nil inultum remanebit.</span></div></span><br/><br/>Now a scribe came forth, a great parchment within his hands that the Pope himself had written over the course of quite a few weeks. These papers detailed what the Pope wished to speak about this fine morning of January the 1st, the Year of Our Lord 1202. Innocent grabbed a hold of the documentation, taking a moment to give the ring on his right hand a quick glance before he brought the papers in reading distance. Shuffling occurred amongst the gathered crowd of Cardinals, Nuns, Benedictines and Franciscans - here they stood awaiting his words.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 85%; line-height: 116%;""><div align=""middle""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Quid sum miser tunc dicturus?<br/>Quem patronum rogaturus,<br/>Cum vix justus sit securus?<br/><br/>Rex tremendæ majestatis,<br/>Qui salvandos salvas gratis,<br/>Salva me, fons pietatis<br/><br/>Recordare, Jesu pie,<br/>Quod sum causa tuæ viæ:<br/>Ne me perdas illa die</span></div></span><br/><br/>Innocent then proceeded to begin, his voice booming across the hallway through an intricate architectural design that allowed Popes, from their elevated position, to echo their voice off of curved surfaces and so forth. ""Cardinal Formadieu, long have you served the Catholic Church faithfully and devoutly - it is because of this that you have been given a task of the up-most importance. You are to travel to the Crusader States with a retinue of your choosing and from their, attempt to travel south in search for Prester John."" Whispers proceeded after this statement, but the Cardinal nodded respectfully at Innocent for this task he would complete.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 85%; line-height: 116%;""><div align=""middle""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Quærens me, sedisti lassus:<br/>Redemisti Crucem passus:<br/>Tantus labor non sit cassus.<br/><br/>Juste Judex ultionis,<br/>Donum fac remissionis,<br/>Ante diem rationis.<br/><br/>Ingemisco, tamquam reus:<br/>Culpa rubet vultus meus:<br/>Supplicanti parce, Deus.</span></div></span><br/><br/>""The final stages of transferring both the Templars and Hospitallers to the Holy Land, obviously with their Orders still expanding across the European Continent, is to be completed by the end of April this Year when the final voyages, with Grand Master De Monte-fort and Grand Master De Montpelier travel to the Kingdom of Jerusalem with the final elements of what they take to the Levant in order to bolster our presence in the Holy Land and to provide the Crusader States with more forces against the Mohammedans""<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 85%; line-height: 116%;""><div align=""middle""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Qui Mariam absolvisti,<br/>Et latronem exaudisti,<br/>Mihi quoque spem dedisti.<br/><br/>Preces meæ non sunt dignæ;<br/>Sed tu bonus fac benigne,<br/>Ne perenni cremer igne.<br/><br/>Inter oves locum præsta.<br/>Et ab hædis me sequestra,<br/>Statuens in parte dextra.</span></div></span><br/><br/>""Following the tragic and unforeseen death of the Bishop of Frankfurt, I have decided to place the Diocese under Cardinal Brandmuller whom is to leave for Frankfurt by the end of the week - as the people are in need of a Bishop to guide them in these times. Finally, I have seen it fit to allocate a good number of funds from our efforts and donations to the most noble cause of the Kingdom of Jerusalem. These are to leave with the Orders when their Masters depart - for the better security and insurance they will provide.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 85%; line-height: 116%;""><div align=""middle""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Confutatis maledictis,<br/>Flammis acribus addictis,<br/>Voca me cum benedictis.<br/><br/>Oro supplex et acclinis,<br/>Cor contritum quasi cinis,<br/>Gere curam mei finis.<br/><br/>Lacrimosa dies illa,<br/>Qua resurget ex favilla,<br/>Judicandus homo reus.<br/>Huic ergo parce, Deus<br/><br/></span></div></span><br/><br/>With this task completed, the Pope began to stand up. From here, he waved to his peers and fellow men and women of the cloth, whom began to leave in an orderly fashion to have lunch. He himself however, began to move into immense corridors and rooms - to speak to the Captain-General of the Papal States, for he had an idea that only military council could assist with.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 85%; line-height: 116%;""><div align=""middle""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Pie Jesu Domine,<br/>Dona eis requiem. Amen</span></div></span>"
6236,1202-The Reborn World-IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321606,2014-11-26T18:54:00,Colonna,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Throne Room, Old Royal Palace<br/>Prague, The Kingdom of Bohemia<br/>The Holy Roman Empire</span><br/><br/>Damp. That was the one word to describe the throne room. The rains had arrived with Spring, blanketing the outside world in a fine mist, and, when the breeze caught the dew that clung to the trees and grasses, and swept into the palace like a saline tide, it left its frosty residue on the tapestries and the clothes of the palace's denizens.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Princes are no exception,</span>Ottokar thought morosely, a violent shiver racking his frame. Years of warring against the Czechs and the Germans had transformed him from a diminutive boy with flaxen hair, peach fuzz, and bright eyes into a powerful man with iron-like musculature and cold gaze. Nonetheless, he was getting on in years, and, soon, he would tremble and wheeze through the long, winter nights, leaving him too enervate to hold court.<br/><br/>An heir was needed, and soon. Vratislav, his eldest son, had scuttled off to Denmark with his tail between his legs, ever the irresponsible cur. In all likelihood, the boy would stay there, playing at the catamite with the flower of Danish chivalry. Ottokar might have spat phlegm had his vassals not stood assembled before him.<span style=""font-style: italic"">He is no son of mine,</span>the Old King growled inwardly, grinding his teeth in irritation,<span style=""font-style: italic"">He is not fit to clean the manure from my stables.</span>Jan would have to ascend the throne. As of yet, Constance's son was a sickly boy of two years, prone to fits and fevers. The throne would destroy him, as it had destroyed more hale and hearty men.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Or perhaps God will gift me another heir,</span>he hoped,<span style=""font-style: italic"">One more valorous and worthy.</span><br/><br/>""What is the judgment of our sovereign?"" a low, basal voice inquired. Ottokar's eyes flicked open and peered down at Mikoláš Czernin's tight-lipped, bearded face. The spy had been obliged to squat by the large, powerful hands of the swarthy Czech aristocrat, and his head hung despondently, awaiting whatever severe punishment the Bohemian King could contrive. ""He is a member of my brother's household,"" Ottokar intoned at last, ""It would be discourteous to allow him to rot amid the dungeons with rats as his sole confidantes."" The guilty man glanced upward, hope flashing in his pupils, until he caught sight of Ottokar's grin of cruel amusement. Then he became despair personified.<br/><br/>""Interrogate him harshly,"" the king ordered, ""Discover what he has learned. Unearth all knowledge he possesses pertaining to the Marquis's machinations. Then behead him publicly, so all may know the price of subterfuge."" Czernin nodded mechanically, yanking the condemned man to his feet and dragging him from the chamber like a limp sack of wheat. There was no struggle, no tears, only a look of mournful shock and a quivering pair of lips. Ottokar took no pleasure in pronouncing such a sentence. He was not a sadist by any means. All the same, torturing and executing the man, who had lived for a year and a half as a stone mason in his household, was essential to the preservation of his authority. Turning the other cheek, while Christ-like and laudable, would condemn someone in his position to a swift demise. This sentence would serve as lesson against future effrontery, while also keeping his treasonous brother at bay.<br/><br/>""Vilém,"" Ottokar called. The chamberlain stepped neatly into the aisle and gave a smart curtsy. Vilém Chizmar was a spindly man on the cusp of his thirties with a fine complexion and a smooth-shaven, boyish chin and high cheek-bones. His appearance was almost pixie-like and rather feminine by most standards. Nonetheless, the chamberlain had made himself invaluable to Ottokar. He could speak and write in upwards of ten languages and had a knack for diplomacy. His counsel was sagacious and well-intended, regardless of the occasion, providing a nice counter-balance for the rash, self-centered advise of the gentry.<br/><br/>""Yes, sire?"" Vilém babbled, exhibiting his normal social ineptitude. ""Compose a letter to my brother-in-law,"" the king instructed, ""I must be able to count on Hungarian support in the event of a war with Moravia. Inform him of what has transpired here today, and implore him to muster his forces."" The chamberlain blinked and then nodded his assent. Content, Ottokar glanced into the assembled ranks of the nobility, but they already wore smiles of comprehension. War was coming, regardless of what the Hungarians did. It was a war that they were sure to win, and winning brought ransoms and loot. Ottokar had no need of their counsel. He knew what they would say. There would be war."
6237,1202-The Reborn World-IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321606,2014-11-26T19:34:00,Valentir,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/0/06/Arms_of_the_Kingdom_of_France_%28Ancien%29.svg/331px-Arms_of_the_Kingdom_of_France_%28Ancien%29.svg.png""/></div><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #00FFFF"">Paris, Kingdom of France</span></span></div><br/>The horses galloped up the cobbled roads of the streets of Paris, *<span style=""font-style: italic"">clomp</span>* *<span style=""font-style: italic"">clomp</span>* *<span style=""font-style: italic"">clomp</span>*. The horses were in full gallop, and moved like the wind through the busy streets. Peasants and soldiers moved to clear the way for them, for they knew who had returned to their fair city. The horses passed through the Notre Dame market district, which was alive with the sounds of chatting and the smells of fresh baked bread. From there they went down the bridge, crossing the Seine River, and toward the recently finished Louvre Palais. As they approached the great size of the new fortress cast a large shadow over the riders. The Louvre Palais was a magnificent castle, with very high and thick walls. Great towers that reached the heavens themselves were around the perimeter. A large moat, so deep as to reach the very depths of hell, surrounded the new castle. As the riders approached the gates, a large drawbridge dropped, and the riders directed their horses over it. As they rode into the courtyard, they were astonished by the sheer size of the castle. As the riders dismounted, two huge doors creaked open, and a tall man, with a golden crown on his head, and his Royal guards behind him, walked out to greet the riders. The riders removed their hoods, and revealed themselves. The Count of Toulouse, an ally of the King, the Duke of Burgundy, a vassal of the King, and finally a man simply known as the Bishop. The men approached the King, and bowed. ""Your majesty, it is an honour to be here."" The King motioned them to rise. ""I thank you coming here. Gentlemen, I welcome you to the Louvre Palais, the new residence of the King of France, and one of the greatest fortresses in France. Now, please, follow me, we have much to discuss."" The King and his allies entered the castle, their plans about to unravel."
6238,1202-The Reborn World-IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321606,2014-11-26T20:11:00,Fralinia,"<span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Mead Hall of Valdemar II, Roskilde</span></span><br/><br/>""And so I told the Swede to go talk to Anatol, and while he was gone, I slipped a dash of bindweed in his cup!""<br/>""No!""<br/>""Yes! He was out of the hall and into the river in a minute!""<br/><br/>Felman, a minor noble who the King had invited because it was convenient, finished his joke and took a swig of ale. Valdemar and his friends were laughing, their minds inwardly focused on anything but the story and instead on how to edge this poor vassal out of a few more korsmønter The king waved his hand at Felman to dismiss him and attempted to redress the topic to what was actually important. Valdemar motioned to the nobles, wanting one of them to speak.<br/><br/>In the mind of Count Harlsson, thoughts began to brew.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">The mead hall is loud, full of counts and barons laughing and joking and drinking late into the evening. The roar of background conversation will cover up the subversive nature of the discussion.</span><br/><br/>""So, Elmer,"" began the count, ""How has the North been? Are the Swedes causing you trouble?""<br/><br/>Elmer, a short little shrew of a duke, shook his head. ""No, Harlsson- there are some bandits, and the peasants are just as discontent as they always have been, but the nobles haven't been asking for troops and the frontiers are secure.""<br/><br/>Harlsson turned to another of the king's friends. ""Could you remind me how your harvests were, Arvid? Are the storehouses drained?"" His face was quizzical and genuine, as though he was deep in thought about the various answers he might receive and what they would mean to him.<br/><br/>Arvid shrugged his shoulders. ""No, sire, the harvest was usual. We have plenty of grain, and the sea has provided well for us- at least, in Zealand. Why do you ask, ?"" The duke looked confused, and he leaned forward onto the table to look at the count.<br/><br/>The count leaned in and addressed all of them. ""I want no one to speak of this outside this hall. I do not want you to levy men, or make any preparations. But be advised of what we discuss here.""<br/><br/>Harlsson paused. The king raised an eyebrow.<br/><br/>He continued. ""I have been considering, with your permission, of course, sire, gathering support for an invasion of the offending city of Lübeck. For too long have they patronized us, stealing our trade, befriending our enemies, and banding with their little city-states to rival us further. If allowed to continue, they will grow to endanger our people in Sjaeland. Lübeck must be crushed, before they are allowed to become dangerous.""<br/>The other nobles, including the king, sat back in shock. Valdemar spoke.<br/><br/>""An interesting proposition. Well justified, and I'm sure the nobles in the Skagerrak will have no problem mustering for the cause. But, personally, I do not think we need a war."" In truth, he knew he was lying. The city of Lübeck was so tempting. It would be the jewel of Danish trade, giving his kingdom the chance to regain some of the wealth that they had had in the days of his forefathers, when the Danes sent ships to Constantinople for gold and sacked the world's greatest cities on a whim. He knew at once that he must do it... but how? It was a question for another time."
6239,1202-The Reborn World-IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321606,2014-11-26T20:42:00,Kargintina,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://s15.postimg.org/yrjef3nx7/594px_Coat_of_arms_of_the_Second_Bulgarian_Empir.png""/><br/><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">Second Bulgarian Empire</span><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Второ българско царство</span></div><br/><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Tarnovo, Second Bulgarian Empire</span><br/>Drip, drip, drip; water leaked through the ceiling of Tsar Kayolan's (Ivan II) palace. Outside, rain fell from the skies, as God's tears pounded the rooftop of his palace, Tsar Kayolan was preparing for a special event. Nobles, Knights, and other seats of power in the Empire where coming to the palace to participate in a large feast prepared by the Tsar. His servants stood outside his room, waiting for him to be fully dressed for the occasion. They began growing impatient waiting for their Tsar, but knew better then to knock or yell through the door. The Tsar was a man of violence, as he had proven a few months before when he seized Slavic Macedonia from the crumpling Eastern Roman Empire.<br/><br/>The Tsar himself was an worried man. The Hungarians and their Serbian vassal had recently seized the city of Belgrade, within the borders of the Bulgarian Empire. He wanted to take action against the Hungarians, but the recent war with the Romans has left the Bulgarian army in ruins. Before he finished putting on his clothes, he came up with an idea, be he decided to wait until the feast was over to put it in place. He finished up and rushed out the door to his waiting servants.<br/><br/>The smell of warm food flooded the dining hall as the quests all readied to eat the meal laid out in front of them, all different types of food, fine soups, fruits straight from the fields, sliced up vegetables, and in the center, a whole turkey, brought all the way from the farms in Slavic Macedonia that had been seized during the war with Eastern Rome. Before they began eating, the Tsar lead the feast attenders in prayer, thanking the lord for the feast given to them and the victory over the Romans. After he said amen, the feast attenders where given the permission to eat.<br/><br/>Throughout the feast, Tsar Kayolan couldn't help but worry about the situation in Belgrade. He had trouble eating, and he dropped his utensils a few times, when the feast concluded, he retired to his bedroom where he grabbed an ink pen, imported from the Kingdom of Jerusalem, and began to right in his best Latin.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/c/cf/Flag_of_Constantine_Tikh_of_Bulgaria_13th_century.png/125px-Flag_of_Constantine_Tikh_of_Bulgaria_13th_century.png""/><br/>To: Pope Innocent III, Bishop of Rome and Pope of Catholicism,<br/>From: Tsar Ivan II Kayolan Asen, Ruler of Bulgaria <br/>I am terribly sorry for the three year wait for this response, and I know your Holiness is busy with many other matters now, but I have a urgent request of you. I know you wish to unify the Church of Bulgaria with the Catholic Church, and I wish too as well, but I have but one request for your Holiness: bestow on me the imperial crown and sceptre that were held by Simeon I, Petar I, and Samuel; then I will gladly agree to the reuniting of the Church of Bulgaria and the Catholic Church. I also ask that you recognize the head of the Bulgarian Church as a Partiarch. If you do not fully agree to these terms, please send a delegate to Tarnovo to negotiate terms that fit better to your Holiness' desires.<br/><br/>Sincerly,<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Tsar Ivan II Kayolan Asen of Bulgaria</span></blockquote><br/><br/>Tsar Kayolan gave the letter to a servant and laid down on his bed. He hoped that the Pope would accept, because if Bulgaria was recognized as a Catholic nation, Hungary could be crusaded against for attacking a follower of the Papacy. He then stood back up, and saw that his Tsarita was waiting at the door, he then locked arms with her, and began walking down to the ball room, where the feast attenders had all gone to dance.<br/><br/>When the dance had ended and the feast attenders prepared to make the journey back to their different corners of the Empire, the Tsar once again headed to his room, and before he put on his night garment, wrote a letter to the Velik Voivoda (General of the Army) to prepare about 26,000 troops, Bulgaria was preparing for war.</div>"
6240,1202-The Reborn World-IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321606,2014-11-26T21:30:00,Colonna,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Mead Hall of Valdemar II<br/>Roskilde, The Kingdom of Denmark</span><br/><br/>Vratislav gave no inclination of his true sentiments as he drank and traded japes with members of the Danish aristocracy. At the moment, he was embroiled in the tale of his first hunt at the tender age of nine. ""One of Emil's hounds whined at just that moment,"" the prince chortled, sloshing the beer in his chalice with calm elegance, ""And the ruckus spooked the boar. He was absolutely livid. I fancy I was as well. We'd been tracking the damnable beast since sunrise. Well, anyway, the boar scrambles off into the underbrush, with Emil hot on its hooves. I've lost my wits by this point, and can do little more than perch in my saddle. I can hear the boar yowling and snorting, and Emil swearing like a Swedish whore. The hounds aren't having any of it. So, having no idea what to do and not wanting to look like a coward, I brace my lance and charge into the underbrush. Then...""<br/><br/>He took a protracted pause to drain his cup, promptly refilling it. A knowing smile spread across his lips, bright as the dawn. ""What happened next?"" a younger noble piped up. ""Wouldn't you know it,"" Vratislav said wryly, ""I managed to almost ram Emil's ass with my lance. Needless to say, the damn boar scuttles off to some god-forsaken corner of the wood. Emil's furious, as anyone would be. He twists in his saddle and asks me when I became a Greek that I would try to thrust my lance through his ass."" An eruption of uproarious guffaws and cackles followed the jest, with some minor noble from one of the southern marches pounding the table and shouting for another toast.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Arvid,</span>he recalled blithely,<span style=""font-style: italic"">Arvid is his name.</span><br/><br/>His drinking mates toasted his name for the second time that evening, smashing their goblets together with inebriated abandon. They all reeked of alcohol, grease, and sweat. It was a musty, manly scent, one that reminded the prince of an army's encampment. In that moment, Vratislav could not resist the urge to booze and chuckle boisterously with them, even as his reflections him carried him back to his homeland in Bohemia. A prince must ever be a beacon of strength and charisma in the presence of lesser men, and he was not so humble to think these Danes, many of whom had no real ambitions, his equals. He had but one confidante, Markéta, and his thoughts rested on the letter that had arrived today.<br/><br/>Markéta wrote that little Jan, their half-brother, had a mild chill. Her worries had become apparent as he read. Their father, normally a staunch Catholic, had employed the services of a Jewish doctor local to Prague, much to the chagrin of the aristocracy. His sister also related how, the night before composing her letter, she had stayed in the chapel, on her knees in prayer, pleading with God to heal the sickly child. She had always been sweet and selfless in that way. It made sense that holding no bitterness towards the issue of the woman who had replaced their mother came so naturally to Markéta. He was not so much the saint as his sister. A part of him hoped fervently for the boy's death. Nonetheless, Vratislav had promised to pray, whatever good that would do.<br/><br/>Ever the dutiful brother, Vratislav had described his comings and goings in meticulous detail. He mentioned how he slew two boars while hunting with King Valdemar, how he had bested one of his more persistent opponents on the training field, and how he had felt the first time he stood upon a ship outside of a port. A few self-written poems and borrowed words of praise and encouragement, courtesy of the classics, also littered his reply. He had ended his letter thus: ""You are like Orpheus who strives to rescue me amid these times of bleakness and despair, and I, your ever faithful Eurydice, do beseech you, look not for my countenance on this wayward path, for you will not meet my gaze. Walk a bit further, my dearest and most esteemed sister, my exquisite fair one, and blink, and I will kneel before you, for, more so than Christ, you are ever my savior.""<br/><br/>In an almost offhanded manner, he had also penned an inquiry about the rumors of a conflict with Moravia, but the conquest of the March had become a secondary concern of late. In truth, the prince was now more preoccupied by Danish affairs, principally as they related to the fledgling Hanseatic League. King Valdemar had spent most of his reign feuding with the Swedes, but a handful of German and Baltic cities, sparsely defended and marvelously lucrative, sat within easy grasp. Vratislav even had a strategy to subjugate them one by one, and had counselled his host on more than one occasion that, if he would allow him an army of five thousand men, he would make him the most affluent prince in all the north. Thus far, he had been gently rebuffed. It was undeniably frustrating, but Vratislav was confident that his fortune would shift soon.<br/><br/>Several advisers, older more storied men, sat around Valdemar whispering schemes into his ears. With his normal genial grace, the prince locked eyes with his host and gave a radiant smile, before lifting his chalice in acknowledgement. ""A toast!"" the Bohemian bellowed, ""To our beloved sovereign! To the King!"" His shout was echoed along the whole length of his table, mostly by slurring nobles, the fair majority of whom would pass out within the next half hour. ""To the King! To the King! To the King! Skol!"""
6241,1202-The Reborn World-IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321606,2014-11-27T00:40:00,Fralinia,"Valdemar's thoughts on the conquest of Lübeck were suddenly interrupted by a voice that only one man could possess- it was the Bohemian.<br/><br/>Upon looking away from Harlsson, Valdemar confirmed his suspicions- it was Vratislav, the young prince that he had taken into his court some time ago. He stood up from the table, leaving his nobles chanting for him, and grinned at the young man.<br/><br/>""My young prince! Such a wonderful occasion! I do hope you'll excuse us, friends, I wish to talk to Vratislav here."" He gestured to the prince, and then to an empty corner of the hall. Valdemar then walked over, mulling over in his mind what he wanted to say.<br/><br/>""Vratislav, before we begin anything, I want you to know that I can read a man's face."" he said, with a serious tone in his voice. ""I would appreciate it, if it isn't too much trouble, if you stopped looking down on my countrymen like a band of slobbering drunks. They're far more than that. They'rea band of slobbering drunks with land, titles, and influence, which means that they have sway over the both of us. Show them a bit more respect. That being said, never put anything below them, or they'll always surprise you.""<br/><br/>He thumped the prince on the back and lightened up. ""There, I'm done with the serious talk. Now, for what might interest you: I've decided I'm finally going to go to war with these infuriating Baltic city-states, and I have<span style=""font-style: italic"">considered</span>placing you in command of an army. You've wanted that sort of thing for a while now, haven't you?"" The king looked to the Bohemian with a hopeful face."
6242,1202-The Reborn World-IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321606,2014-11-27T07:22:00,Finland SSR,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/7/76/Vilnius_district_COA.gif""/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Duchy of Lithuania</span></div><br/><br/>""Welcome to Kernavė, Ryngald. I see you brought your family to the gathering this time?"" a servant said to the horsemen, arriving at the gates of the main city of Lithuania, Kernavė.<br/><br/>""Yes. It is abou time they learn about politics and diplomacy, especially at these troubled times."" Ryngald replied. On the saddle behind him sat two children - the 9 year old Daumantas and 11 year old Mindaugas. Behind Ryngald also were a few soldiers, as escort. Even though their lands were close to the capital, they still needed some defenses.<br/><br/>The duke left his horse at the stables and walked through a small market. Many children and traders were running around. At the left, Ryngald saw a man in black and white with a bald head, a dark physique and a cross in hid hand. Even in these cold winters, these ""men of God"" were walking around in the capital, aimlessly trying to convert the people to their faith, crying of eternal hell and damnation if they cling to the old ways. Ryngold ignored him, and as he walked to the fortress, the priest was arrested and thrown to the dungeons.<br/><br/>--------<br/><br/>Žvelgutis, the eldest duke, holder of Kernavė and de jure the Duke of Lithuania, was uneasy. Ryngold had just arrived, and it was time to start the meeting.<br/><br/>""Thank you, Ryngold, Duke of Lietava, for coming to this meeting. Is Duke Daugirutis of Deltuva here?""<br/><br/>An old man from the side stood up, wearing armor. He was a paranoid person, and always feared assassins or enemies.<br/><br/>""Daugirutis is here. Is the Ruškaičiai family, Dukes of Upytė, also here?""<br/><br/>A few men stood up. They were quite young, and they looked like they were brothers. One of them was very old, most likely the father.<br/><br/>""Thank you, you can sit down. Is Daumantas, Duke of Dubysa, here?""<br/><br/>Daumantas stood up. He was holding a little child, which was his son, Treniota.<br/><br/>""Thank you. Is...""<br/><br/>Žvelgaitis went through all of the minor dukes, which took some time. Everyone was here. The old Duke started talking.<br/><br/>""You may all be wondering why you were brought here. Here's why. News have arrived from our northern neighbours, the Zemgalians. They are telling us that a large group of unknown people from the West, who worship the western god, have arrived at the banks of Daugava, where sea and land meets. They have built a city there. We do not know what they are up to, but we have heard that they are aggressive. They also have red swords on their shields. I tell you to be wary of anything that comes from the North. The duke of Zemgale has signed an alliance with the new force. We should be wary of these news. That is all."""
6243,1202-The Reborn World-IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321606,2014-11-27T09:53:00,Pavlostani,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cairo<br/>The Sultanate of the Ayyubids</span><br/><br/>Sultan al-Malik al-Adil Sayf al-Din Abu-Bakr ibn Ayyub traced the Mediterranean Sea with his finger on the map.<br/><br/>""The key to Europea is the Mediterranean and the key to the Mediterranean is the Italian Peninsula. It very nearly bisects the sea and the wealthy nations on the peninsula certainly profit."" He informed his council. One by one, al-Adil's advisers nodded in agreement.<br/><br/>""Now, General al-Zahtar here, has a plan to shift the balance of power in favor of the Chosen Peoples, us."" He gestured to the brutal looking man next to him. al-Zahtar stepped forward and began.<br/><br/>""I see before me, grey beards and rheumy eyes that remember the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Crusades</span>. The Lionheart dishonored all of Arabia when he reestablished the Kingdom of Jerusalem. Will you stand for this spit in the face from the Christian pigs?"" He demanded. The council murmured their indignation but fell silent as al-Zahtar's booming voice fell upon them once more.<br/><br/>""I have discussed a plan of operations with the rest of the Mamluks to retake Palestine and make the Sultanate strong once more. Our beloved Sultan fights with tariffs and credit, but only a gleaming scimitar can diminish our rivals. As our Sultan said, Italy is the key to Europe and in Italy resides our greatest foe: the Pope. This defiler must be removed if we are to endure. For as long as the Pope directs Christendom, we will live in fear of a new crusade. But Rome cannot simply fall to trebuchets and spears. It is foolhardy to rush a giant with one attack, but if weakened by hundreds of cuts and wounds, it will fall all the same. Which is why we must sacrifice to gain. As you may be aware, Christianity is deeply split, much like us and the Shi'a<span style=""font-style: italic"">kathiri</span>. Our old enemy, Byzantium does not recognize the Catholic Church, and holds an extremely strategic position. For the good of the Sultanate, we must come to terms with them. Still filthy in the eyes of God, the Orthodox are less of a threat than the Catholic and will stand with us against the Defiler.<br/><br/>In Italy itself, our greatest foes may be Venice and Sicily. Sicily is Hohenstaufen territory, we'd have better luck reasoning with a Catholic bull. Venice's navy is formidable, as is their trade power. Economically, it would be foolhardy to place an embargo on Venice until we have secured proper relations with Byzantium. We are also discussing... alternative methods of dealing with Venice. But if Sicily and Venice can be removed from power, we face our greatest challenge. With Rome under direct threat of a Muslim invasion, all of Europe may rally to defend it. Our only hope is the Alps, and a combined Ayyubid and Byzantine presence in the Mediterranean. Sultan al-Adil and I have discussed opening talks with the Almohades and the Balaeric Emirate for access of a military presence in Gibraltar. There are legends in the Khwarezmi Sultanate about many centuries ago, when they were the Achamaenid Empire, they attempted to invade Greece. A smaller Greek army defended a narrow pass called Thermoplyae for many days, inflicting large casualties on the Persian forces. That is our plan at Gibraltar. If we control Gibraltar and eliminate the Italian states, our only naval threats will be from Gaul and Pisa."" al-Zahtar nodded and stepped back. Vizier Sufal tilted his head.<br/><br/>""I am curious. What has changed that is prompting this new aggressive actions towards the Christians?"" He asked.<br/><br/>""Intelligence reports suggest a renewed Crusader offensive in Jerusalem, we don't know how many or how bad the attack will be. We've mobilized regiments in Syria to deal with the threat, but as a wise man once said, the best defense is a good offense. I highly doubt we will actually attack Rome, the mere threat of an attack will be enough for the Europeans to capitulate Palestine to us."" al-Adil assured the Vizier. al-Zahtar grimaced.<br/><br/>""The Europeans are a savage, barbaric people and we will not sit idly as the continue to ravage and defile our lands and peoples in Arabia. This is our chance to strike back."" He said.<br/><br/>""Inshallah."" al-Adil said quietly.<br/><br/>""Inshallah!"" The council declared."
6244,1202-The Reborn World-IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321606,2014-11-27T11:18:00,The Holy Dominion of Inesea,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Imperial Palace<br/>Byzantium, The Byzantine Empire</span><br/><br/>Emperor Alexios Branas Komenos stared sadly at the map of the once great Byzantine Empire that was splayed out on the table before him. What once stretched over the whole of the Mediterranean under his distant and long gone ancestor Justinian had shrunk and collapsed into the small state stretching from Greece to Eastern Anatolia. His predecessors, the damned fools of the Angelosi, had almost ruined what his family, the Komenosi, had rebuilt over a century. Gone were the Macedonian and Central Anatolian lands. Gone too was Gothia and Kalfurnos. He had put an end to their reign in two years past, wresting control of the country and stopping the Bulgarian invasion before more than Macedonia was lost. With the support of a loyal army, he had set about fixing the wrongs of his predecessors. His first actions were to root out the Angelosi corruption and restore Komenosi advisors. He quickly had seen how close the Empire was to falling into economic ruin. It had taken two years of reforms, well counter reforms, but the economy was healthy again. Byzantium still reigned as King of Black Sea and Mediterranean Trade, if only by a slim margin.<br/><br/>The military was harder to fix. On paper, he had roughly 80,000 men at his disposal. 10,000 sailors, 20,000 cataphracts and horse archers, and nearly 50,000 infantry. In reality, only his cataphracts were at that level. They were directly under his control and had backed him politically. The navy was full of corruption. One Trebizond Admiral had sold everything down to the nails of his ships. He had ships for about 6,000 sailors, and roughly an equal number who were professional in their training and conduct. He had the Admiral executed and appointed Marcus Polumeni as the new commander of the fleets. He had initiated reforms in the navy. Older Ousian Dromons were scrapped and their crews redistributed to larger ships. The navy reorganized into a better trained, more professional force of 10,000 sailors and 3,000 reservists. New Dromons influenced by Italian designed were constructed, and were under construction. There were now four classes of galley in the Byzantine navy. The smallest were the 100 man galleys. Then came 150 man dromons. Next were 250 man dromons and finally the ultra rare 350 man galleys. Today, Alexios had four of the 350 man ships, serving as flagships for the Aegean, Black, Capital, and Mediterranean Fleets. He had 35 of the 100-man ships, 27 of the 150-man ships, and 19 of the 250 man ships. His navy was smaller than most, but it was better trained on larger ships. The various provinces also maintained large amounts of smaller galleys for trade patrol. With an increasing threat from Italia, he was authorizing the creation of ten more 100-man galleys and two more 250-man galleys.<br/><br/>His infantry, once the mainstay of Roman Armies(now it was the cavalry) had been reduced from the bloated 50,000 man mob to a 25,000 man army. He had placed the other 25,000 or so as reservists, no longer active duty and free to pursue their own trades. They were still required to fight when called upon, but historically most did not. ALexios hoped he solved this by granting them lands in Anatolia, which they would have to defend. This removed the more disloyal units from his army, and allowed him to focus his spendings on his military. Better equipment, training, organization. The Army was reorganized into five armies in five Themas or provinces. They were Thracia, Greece, Byzantium, Southern Anatolia, and Northern Anatolia. Each had 5,000 infantry and 4,000 cataphracts. This split his forces, but allowed each force to be strong enough to beat off most threats.<br/><br/>This of course, had come too late to stop most of the land lost. But land lost could be reclaimed. And as there were enemies, the damned Bulgars and Seljuks, there could also be allies. To his north lay a vast land of faithful Orthodox. Though the Varangian Guard had been disbanded, maybe half had stayed in the army. Maybe it was time to send north to form a more official alliance. And to the East lay Georgia. They too would be good allies. Sending out riders, he invited the Princes of Kiev, Galicia-Volhynia, Pereyaslavl, Chernigov, Vladmir-Suzdal, and the Merchant Lords of Novgorod and the King of Georgia to a meeting in Byzantium.<br/><br/>OOC: If listed, presume a letter. My battery is almost dead and can't finish this in time"
6245,1202-The Reborn World-IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321606,2014-11-27T11:27:00,Valentir,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/0/06/Arms_of_the_Kingdom_of_France_%28Ancien%29.svg/331px-Arms_of_the_Kingdom_of_France_%28Ancien%29.svg.png""/></div><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #00FFFF"">Louvre Palais, Paris, Kingdom of France</span></span></div><br/>It was a dark night in the city of Paris. No torches were lit, the streets dark and silent. The only light came from the moon, and was the guide to those brave enough to walk the streets at night. Parisian Nights were dark and full of terrors, as the common saying went. Criminals ran the streets, and operated from hidden passages throughout the city. This is what Parisian nights were like, dangerous. Paris had been like this for nearly five years. It started when the King went on his crusade. Paris fell into decay, and criminals began to form gangs and gangs began to divide the city. While Philip had doubled the guard, it was no good, and trade was harmed by this increasing criminal activity. However, on this night, it was one of the many problems that would be resolved. Near the edges of the Eastern half of the city, hugging the river Seine, was the recently constructed Louvre Palais, the new residence of the Royal family. On the west wing of the palais, behind the great stone walls, lies the war room, and it was from here that France would be reborn. The King's plans were in motion.<br/><br/>King Philip II Augustus, known as 'the Great,' by the commoners, sat high in his seat, at the head of the great oak table that dominated the room. On his right side sat the Count of Toulouse, Raimond VI, a vassal and close ally of the King. Next to him sat the Duke of Burgundy, Hugh IV. He too was a vassal of the King, and an old friend. On the left side of Philip sat Charles, the Archbishop of Paris, and the Royal Spymaster. Next to him sat Louis, Baron of Melun, and Royal Ambassador of the Kingdom of France. These men formed the Royal Council, and they would advise the king and help him rule his great kingdom. It was quiet in the room, as the men looked over a table covered in parchment. Letter, Royal Documents, Accounts, Military Orders, Laws and Customs, all were spread out over the table. As the men examined each paper carefully, Louis broke the silence. ""Your majesty, there are many papers here. It shall take a long time to carefully record them all."" The others looked up. The king spoke, ""It shall take a large amount of time, but it must be done. We shall record and copy every paper here, and this isn't all. I'm having every record, all books, all accounts, everything, brought forth from the vaults. With the help of the monastic orders of France, I intend on recording it all and storing it in a new library, right in here in the Louvre.""<br/>Charles nodded, ""It would certainly make our jobs easier, and reduce the clutter we have to deal with.""<br/><br/>""The idea is an excellent one, but I fear we have other issues, my lords,"" said Duke Hugh. He pulled a paper from the pile and laid it in front of them. ""The Angevin Empire, our mortal enemy and the greatest threat to the realm, is rebuilding. We may have had a victory two years ago, with the Treaty of Le Goulet, but that only strengthened your legal rights to John's lands. If we are to break the Angevin Empire, we must take Normandy, Anjou, Maine, Aquitaine, all of it, by force.""<br/><br/>Philip nodded, ""Yes, you are right, and we are in a good position to do so. However, we are alone. We lack allies, and we will need them. While all of you were away, I spent time thinking about possible alliances. I have decided that Scotland, Norway, Bohemia, and Ireland are all good places to start looking. Scotland is not fond of England, and may want a chance to beat the English bloody. Norway no doubt wants to expand her territories in the Isles, and we can take advantage of that. Ireland is divided by Chiefs, but if they were to be united, they could be a great threat to the English.""<br/><br/>""My lord, that is true, but why Bohemia? They are long ways away, separated by miles of squabbling german princelings.""<br/><br/>""Bohemia is a strong German state and could help us counter an attack by the Holy Roman Empire.""<br/><br/>Charles was silent, yet Philip could tell he had something on his mind, as he was one of the few who could, ""Speak Charles, I value your council.""<br/><br/>""Well, my lord,"" he started as he pulls forth a map of Europe, ""All of these alliances are great, but what about alliances within England itself. The English barons are thirsty for more land, and there are man French nobles, isolated by their English rulers. If we made alliances with them, we could break the Angevins from within, as well as invade their possessions.""<br/><br/>Philip was intrigued, ""Hmm, this is true."" His eyes turned to the Angevin Continental Holdings. Well, my lords, I think we have worked enough for one night. You are dismissed."" The councillors rose, bowed, and left the room. As soon as they left Philip took several pieces of parchment, a quill, and some ink, and began to write. Charles had given him many ideas, and he would put them to the test.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/0/06/Arms_of_the_Kingdom_of_France_%28Ancien%29.svg/157px-Arms_of_the_Kingdom_of_France_%28Ancien%29.svg.png""/></div><br/><div align=""center"">To: His Holiness, Pope Innocent III<br/>From: King Philip II Augustus</div><br/>Dear Your Holiness,<br/>As you may know, I have fought the English for many decades, attempting to reclaim my birth and legal rights. For many years the English have unjustly held dominion over France. Your Holiness, I shall not deceive you, I seek what is mine, by all the laws of God and Men. Yet, I cannot in good faith harm fellow catholics. The English, being who they are, are still members of the Church. Yet their King defies the laws of God, and seeks to undermine his will. Your Holiness, you are God's messenger, I was crowned by you personally, as King of France. I ask for your assistance in helping me regain my god given right, to reclaim the unjustly held Angevin lands and united the French people. Please, I beg for your blessing on my mission. I hope you understand my plight and will consider what I have said. <br/>Humbly, your faithful servant, <br/>Philip II of France</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/0/06/Arms_of_the_Kingdom_of_France_%28Ancien%29.svg/157px-Arms_of_the_Kingdom_of_France_%28Ancien%29.svg.png""/></div><br/><div align=""center"">To: His grace, William, King of Scotland<br/>From: King Philip II Augustus</div><br/>Dear Your Grace,<br/>Greetings, William the Lion, I write to you in a time of conflict and immense strife. For many decades we have ever been in the dark shadow of the Angevin Empire, who has attempted several times to enslave our peoples. France and Scotland are alone, and have been for a long time, yet I feel this need not be. The French and Scotland have a natural enemy, and I am of the opinion that an alliance and betrothal between my daughter, Princess Marie, and your son, Prince Alexander. Together we can crush the English, reclaim what is ours, and plant the seeds for a long lasting peace. I am eager to hear of your thoughts and may God bless you, your family, and the people of Scotland.<br/>Sincerely, <br/>King Philip II Augustus</blockquote>"
6246,1202-The Reborn World-IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321606,2014-11-27T12:38:00,Snovatgatovia,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/c/cd/Seljuqs_Eagle.svg/200px-Seljuqs_Eagle.svg.png""/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">The Seljuk Sultanate of Rûm</span></span><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Konya, Khanqah of Mevlana</span></div><br/><br/>Sultan Suleiman II, the conquer of Erzurum and undisputed ruler of the Turks exited the main chamber of the Khanqah with his entourage and guards. He looked from the balcony over the city of Konya with its bustling Bazaars and multi-story homes filled to the brim with his adoring subjects. Ever since since he had seized power from his youngest brother Kaykhusraw I in 1196, the Seljuk nation had grown large and prosperous, at least, it seemed relatively so compared how it looked when the capital had been placed under siege by Germanic crusaders 12 years before. Suleiman was the Ceaser of Turkey, a living legend who dreamed of ruling Byzantium, Georgia and beyond.<br/><br/>For now though the ghosts of the third crusade still haunted his homeland. The Europeans still had their eyes set on his precious city of Konya. The Ayyubids to the south still refused his pleas for cooperation on the grounds that his people were Sufis; perhaps the worst part about this was that they were the closest thing to allies his people had. Suleiman spoke briefly atop the Khanqah with bureaucrats, nobles and men of the faith seeking to come to a consensus on their next course of action. While another campaign in the east could increase the Sultan's prestige and further feed the growing empire he expressed concerns regarding the crusader states.<br/><br/>""We cannot afford any more turmoil brought on by in-fighting. If the European barbarians manage to divide us any further us it could spell the end of the dynasty!""<br/><br/>As he said this the Sultan's exiled sibling, Kaykhusraw was busy parading through the streets of Byzantium. He had just married a daughter of Manuel Maurozomes; an illegitimate child of the former Byzantine emperor Manuel I Komnenos. This marriage bound him to the Noble family of Maurozomes and would doubtlessly be a great asset if he ever hope to reclaim his throne as they were quite wealthy and their word carried great weight in modern Roman politics....."
6247,1202-The Reborn World-IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321606,2014-11-27T13:39:00,Kryskov,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/0/05/Proporzec_Prezydenta_Rzeczypospolitej_Polskiej.svg/181px-Proporzec_Prezydenta_Rzeczypospolitej_Polskiej.svg.png""/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Duchy of Lesser Poland</span></span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Krakow</span><br/><br/>These were the Dark Ages. Religion and superstition held its grip on Europe and led to war, plague, and famine. Yet still, some sparks of light made themselves shine through this darkness. One for the history books would be the reunion of Poland and the beginnings of a golden age. Some modern scholars agree that the process began with the dealings of Leszek the White, Duke of Krakow and Lesser Poland.<br/><br/>Leszek was a descendant of Boleslaw Wrymouth, whose testament had partitioned the Duchy of Poland into five parts. Leszek, through marriages by his ancestors, had come into possession of not only the Duchy of Krakow, but of Sandomierz and Mazovia as well. Although, Leszek had no intention on retaining Mazovia and was drafting plans to transfer it, as his father had willed, to Leszek's younger brother Konrad.<br/><br/>Lesser Poland was, ironically, the best Poland, being centered in fertile lands with bountiful mineral deposits and holding the largest and most important city in de jure Poland, Krakow. But Leszek, at just 14 years old, was caught in a battle with his kinsman, Mieszko the Old, for the title of High Duke of Poland. It seemed that there was to be strife between the young Dukes in Krakow and Mazovia and the older breed in Poznan and Silesia.<br/><br/>Leszek was holding court in his hall one day, flanked by his mother and soon-to-be-former regent Helen. There came a messenger, riding at fast pace, from Płock, the Ducal capital of the Duchy of Mazovia, where Leszek's brother Konrad was preparing to take the reigns.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">My Lord, His Highness Leszek, High Duke of Poland and Duke of Krakow,<br/><br/>I bear most regretful news. A plague of typhoid has hit part of the city here. Your brother Konrad was infected, likely through interaction with a chambermaid, who later died of the disease. Konrad fell quite ill and died on January 3rd. By the merciful hand of the Lord, he was delivered unto Heaven peacefully in his sleep. By order of succession, you inherit now all of Konrad's rights to Mozavia.<br/><br/>Signed, most regretfully,<br/>Stanislaw, Steward of Mozavia<br/>Lord have mercy on us</blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Płock</span><br/><br/>Leszek had departed Krakow for Mazovia in order to attend his brother's funeral and also consolidate the support of the Mazovian nobility. The funeral was a fine one. Konrad was surely looking down from the heavens and smiling; his brief time on this world had left on impact on many. His good nature was a goal, to be emulated by other nobles.<br/><br/>After the funeral was over, the lords of Mazovia feasted in honor of Konrad and of the dukes of the past with Duke Leszek, who gave a toast to them shortly before.<br/><br/>""My vassals, my countrymen, my friends; today we gather in order to celebrate a life that has ended. But also, we celebrate a life that has begun. A new life for all of Poland, no longer fractured and torn. I ask today that you great men stand with Krakow and with Lesser Poland against the tyranny of the Old Man in Poznan and his puppet in Silesia. I ask that you support me, in return for my everlasting gratitude and service, in making our two duchies one. I find it easy to imagine us in union, being like-minded and of Lesser Polish culture. I now propose a toast, to my friends here today, and to my beloved brother Konrad, and to Our Lord Jesus the Savior.""<br/><br/>After the feast dispersed, the Duke of Lesser Poland returned to Krakow and, by decree, fused the Duchy of Lesser Poland and the Duchy of Mazovia into one entity, the Grand Duchy of Krakow."
6248,1202-The Reborn World-IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321606,2014-11-27T14:20:00,Liecthenbourg,"<div align=""middle""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Papal States</span></span></span><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.eu4wiki.com/images/thumb/7/71/The_Papal_State.png/330px-The_Papal_State.png""/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Rome; The Eternal City</span><br/>""For God So Loved the World"" <br/>- John 3:16</div><br/><br/>Pope Innocent stared intensely at the armoured individual opposite the grandeur oaken dinning table, the intricate patterns and emblems donning his metallic protection and the red cloth that went over it being illuminated by the various candles that burnt throughout the room. Wine glasses, plates of slowly roasted pork glazed with honey from the Papal Gardens, salted porpoise caught off Fiumicino and seasoned pheasant that had been recently been game, alongside several dishes of vegetables and fruits of bright greens and yellows, deep oranges and reds and the odd juicy purple had been placed upon the table for a meal fit for the Pope and his guest. Reaching towards his glass of fine wine, Innocent began to speak to his associate.<br/><br/>""Captain Lombarto"" he began, sipping a bit of the wine before placing the piece of glassware upon the table. ""I have need of your council.""<br/><br/>""Your Holiness?"" the Captain replied after he had tucked in on a mouthful of salted porpoise. He then ran a hand through his beard, before he placed down his cutlery back upon the table.<br/><br/>""We are plagued with two breaches into the Christian World - the monstrous and barbaric Almohad Caliphate in the East and the uncivilized as well fanatical Ayyubids. What I wish to ask you"" Innocent's face began much more stern and he disregarded his wine glass for a moment, despite his wanting of a drink. ""Is, whom would you strike to weaken their grip holds on these areas?""<br/><br/>The Captain-General thought long and hard, faint whispers in his mind telling him various things and ideas. As he placed down his utensils for a second time, he couldn't have enough of the seasoned pheasant you see, he wiped his face with a silken cloth and reclined back comfortably. ""Your Holiness"" he began, glancing around the room idly for a moments before reverting his attention. ""I'd recommend that we strike, if the need to comes, the Ayyubids. However, for now they remain unprovoked so I would suggest attention be brought to Iberia to complete the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Reconquista</span>. The Spanish and Portuguese, despite having regained significant lands, would most likely welcome the help and perhaps if attacks were launched at the unsuspecting Southern Coastal Cities of Iberia - such as<span style=""font-style: italic"">Cartagena</span>and<span style=""font-style: italic"">Malaga</span>, Almohad attention will be opened on three separate fronts. Not a very welcome position.""<br/><br/>Innocent had taken in all the words, having become incredibly intrigued by the ideas the Captain-General had suggested. Both continued to dine and now idle chatter and banter filled their conversations, but Innocent now had a plan that would require the help of several Italian Merchant Republics for its fruition."
6249,1202-The Reborn World-IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321606,2014-11-27T15:15:00,G-Tech Corporation,"<span style=""font-style: italic"">February 2nd, Year of Our Lord 1200</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Scarlet Palace, Kiev, Principality of Kiev</span><br/><br/>With the final departure with the winter storms of the Vladimiri contingent, new trouble comes to the doors of the seat of the Grand Prince in Kiev. A messenger, with the look of one having ridden hard and long, brings a call for aid from the Prince of Galicia, a friend of Kiev. Cuman sea raiders are burning his southern fiefs, and though his forces are strong on foot and his cavalry rampant, Galicia lacks the forces at sea to repel them. Regent Dmitriev rides south to take command of the Kievan warships.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">February 7th, Year of Our Lord 1200</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Fortress of White, Kiev, Principality of Kiev</span><br/>With word from the south of the shattering of Cumani naval strength in battle off Sevastapol, rejoicing is had in the capital, joy made only greater by news of the offer of the Galician Prince's daughter's hand in marriage for the young second son, Alexei. It is an offer the Regent takes gladly; the aging Prince of Galicia, though strong, is a widower, and has but two children. Daughters, the eldest will wed Prince Alexei, joining the noble line of Rurik to that of formidable Galicia. A message too comes to the Guard at Kiev, requesting an audience with the Prince. The Byzantine man is greeted warmly, and once his word is delivered, returns south with a promise Kiev will attend the Emperor's conference.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">April 3rd, Year of Our Lord 1200</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lubny, Principality of Pereyaslavl</span><br/>As an early thaw and spring cover the land the levies are raised early, and smash Pereyaslavite border forces, stiffened by Nightguard Great Companies. Regent Dmitriev leads the swift seizure of border regions, and storms towards the heartland, brushing aside the small levies thrown at him by surprised Pereyaslavite nobles not expecting him to have already prepared for a campaign.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">April 22nd, Year of Our Lord 1200</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Pereyaslavl, Principality of Pereyaslavl</span><br/>Pereyaslavl burns, sacked after a surprise nighttime attack overruns the unprepared defenders. Many nobles are executed by the victorious Kievans, joined by the forces of Vladimir, vengeance finally taken for Vreseslav. New nobles are appointed by the Regent from the ranks of his followers and the Nightguard to rule subjugated Pereyaslavl, though small military actions continue for weeks to bring the land back into Rurikid compliance.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">May 2nd, Year of Our Lord 1200</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Straits of Bosphorous, Byzantium, Eastern Roman Empire</span><br/><br/>The Kievan dromon, built after the Byzantine style to ply the relatively calm waters of the Russian Sea, rocked gently with the east breeze filling her sails. It was a motion Duke Imshav and his charges, the young Prince and Princess, had grown used to in their two weeks at sea from the mouth of the Dnieper. In a satchel at the hale Duke's side a message from Regent Dmitriev rode, penned to the Byzantine Emperor, apologizing for the lack of his person; the campaigns in the east and the hoped for fall of Pereyaslavl required his person in attendance there, rather than at the Byzantine Emperor's meeting. Just outside the Dnieper the dromon and her escorts had sunk a Pereyaslavite vessel looking like their own. Perhaps no envoy from that land would come at all to the Roman Emperor's meeting, not that his presence would matter much in either case. By now the city itself must have fallen, and more lands would be added to the growing Rus', a new lease on life for the Slavs and Varangians of the former Kievan allegiance.<br/><br/>Ahead the quay beckoned, and sailors tossed ropes to waiting harbormen. With pomp and circumstance subdued, the Kievan representatives trod the boards down to the redoubtable stone harbor with little in the way of ceremony. The Duke was here to bargain as a friend to Byzantium, not a foreign dignitary to impress and cause envy in her downtrodden peoples. Imshav's weathered grey eyes scanned the crowd at the dock, swiftly picking out the swirl of persons that evinced the approaching Byzantine welcoming entourage."
6250,1202-The Reborn World-IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321606,2014-11-27T16:07:00,Lunas Legion,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.crwflags.com/art/countries/jerusalemkingdom.gif""/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Kingdom of Jerusalem and Cyprus</span></div><br/><br/>John of Ibelin leaned back in the throne as he motioned for the next petitioner to be admitted. He wasn't sure whether he could last 8 more years as Maria's regent, especally considering the current state of the Kingdom of Cyprus and Jerusalem. The failure, at least in his eyes, of the Third Crusade, may have been the death knell for the Kingdom of Jerusalem.<br/><br/>Why should Maria be titled Queen of a city she had never held? He had no doubt that without another crusade in the next decade, he would have no choice but to negotiate with the Ayyubid Sultan terms of either surrender or ceding the final strips of land he ruled in Maria's name in the Levanant to the Sultan in exchange for terms; whether or not they were generous was another matter.<br/><br/>He sighed, declining the farmer's petition for compensation from bandits, turning his thoughts to other matters. That they needed to strike now was clear; any later, and the last Christian footholds in the Levanant would be eradicated. He stood, ended court for now, and went to his solar to write a letter to the Pope.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To Pope Innocent III,<br/><br/>As Regent of Queen Maria I of Cyprus and Jerusalem, I beseech you for aid. Following our latest failure in the Third Crusade, the holdings of our Kingdom have been pushed back to little more than a strip of land along the coast, and Jerusalem itself, holiest of holy places, has been lost to the heathen Ayyubid Sultanate.<br/><br/>The forces of Jerusalem and Cyprus are not strong enough to reclaim Jerusalem ourselves, or defend our meagre holdings in the Levanant itself should the Ayyubids launch an assault against them, and as such, I pray that you see fit to send men and money so that we may retake Jerusalem in the name of Our Lord God and His Son before all hope of doing so is lost.<br/><br/>John of Ibelin, Regent of Cyprus and Jerusalem</blockquote>"
6251,1202-The Reborn World-IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321606,2014-11-27T20:04:00,The Holy Dominion of Inesea,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Second Concourse<br/>Byzantium, The Byzantine Empire</span><br/><br/>Alexios watched from his sedan chair as a procession passed by. Normally, he, as Emperor, would have bulled his way through. However his Palatial Guards Captain commented to him that it was a marriage procession between Maria Maurozomes and the exiled former Sultan of Rum. Since Maria was his third cousin or great niece or something like that, he decided not to rain on her parade. The marriage was beneficial for both, he knew. Maria was legitimizing herself, and attaching herself to a potential power. The Sultan was aligning himself with one of the Imperial family. Not that Alexios would really help the Sultan unless it was purely good for the Empire.<br/><br/>After the procession passed, he returned to the Palace. The affairs of the Empire were looking up. His son Theodore Branas was almost in Tmutarakan, there to cement Byzantine control over the country. The country was nominally a Byzantine client state, but the Angelosi Dynasty had sold off most of their powers for cash, the fools. The naphtha deposits here were worth more than gold. And so Theodore was sent to the state with 10 Galleys and 2,000 Heavy Infantry. They were going to institute stricter Byzantine rule there.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Theodosia<br/>Tmutarakan</span><br/><br/>Theodore watched as the dock pulled closer to his galley, or rather how his galley pulled closer to the dock. Half were bloated transport galleys. The other half were combat oriented dromons. He looked out onto the dockside to see a hastily assembled line of infantry appear. Sloppy. They weren’t even challenged by a galley from the harbor patrol. The infantry had makeshift leather and an array of weapons. In comparison, the Soldati lining the railings of the ships, by no means the whole force, were garbed in steel lamellar and scale, with heavy spears at arms, swords sheathed, and shields abreast. It was easy to see who was the more competent force. A local noble appeared as the ship came within 5 meters of the dock. They hadn’t fired because the Imperial Family Banner.<br/><br/>Shouting out to the apparently disheveled noble, he said “I am Theodroe Branas, Ceaser of the Byzantine Empire. I have come to restore and reinforce the rule of Byzantium in the area. My Lord Father, our Lord Sovereign, has declared that I am to assume the role of Kratos of Taurus. If you would be so kind as to take me to Prince Yevengy’s Palace, we shall go now.”<br/><br/>Theodore and 200 of his men went with the noble to the local lord's castle. His remaining 1,800 men dispersed through the city to the fortifications, much to the discomfort of the local garrison. His ships were guarded by some 180 marines with bows. In keeping with Byzantine tradition, all byzantine infantry was heavy infantry, and all cavalry was heavy cavalry. Archers and light troops were provided by provincial and mercenary forces, and light cavalry was provided by either a few byzantine forces or the more common Cuman and Kitai imports. His troops were from the Capital Army, about 40% of the battle line for the capital. Not that it was too risky with the Imperial Guard and Thracian Army right there as well.<br/><br/>Theodore and his men entered the hall of the local lord. This lord was also the Prince of the entire principality, but the other cities really only gave him titular power. Theodore would change that.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Golden Horn<br/>Byzantium, Byzantine Empire</span><br/><br/>The Kievan Delegation was met by a troop from the Imperial Guard and Count Trediz of Galatia. They were escorted to the Blue Palace near the Hippodrome. They were informed that they were the first arrivals and that there was still another three weeks before the conference was slated to start. They were told they were free to enjoy any of the venues in the city, at Branas' expense and that Paxos Branas would be more than willing to be their guide.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Foreign Quarters<br/>Byzantium, Byzantine Empire</span><br/><br/>It began at midnight. Hundreds of soldiers marched into the Venetian, Pisan, and Genoese districts of the city. Soldiers boarded ships, took over Trading Houses and Commerce Guilds, and prominent and affluent merchants received surprise visits in the night. Guardsmen posted notices on boards and buildings all over the districts. The Tax Exemption of the Latin merchants had been revoked. All trade goods in the city were now subject to tax. Same with all bullion and all hulls. The tax was do upon exit or in a week for existing goods and upon entry and exit for new arrivals. Similar actions were occurring in cities all over the empire. No longer would the Italian traders have free reign in the Empire. Though the greedy bastards would whine, the rules they now had to follow were the same as everyone else in the Empire."
6252,1202-The Reborn World-IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321606,2014-11-27T21:40:00,Estva,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><div align=""center"">The Royal Palace, The Kingdom of Hungary</div></span><br/><br/>King Emeric of Hungary looked out upon his capital city, Esztergom, and admired the influx of merchants from across the know world. Fur traders from Russia, Italian merchants peddling their wares, French wine tradesmen, and the native Hungarian artisans.<br/><br/>Hungary had long been a relatively tolerant nation, filled with religious minorities and ethnic immigrants. This was only increased with vassalization of Croatia and Dalmatia, which brought in more Slavic Catholics to the fold. Bosnian heretics were persecuted, but only because they openly denied the authority of the Pope over their daily lives, and thus rejected the Catholic legitimacy they carried regardless of their religion. Orthodox heretics, primarily in Serbia and the Balkan frontiers, were tolerated so long as they obeyed the same laws as Catholics. Hungarians and Slavs treated as equals, to prevent the muti-ethnic kingdom from collapsing in on itself.<br/><br/>Emeric's brother, Andrew, has taken father's inheritance and money to dispute the throne. Emeric and Andrew's father had bequeathed this inheritance with the understanding that Andrew would fight in the name of Christ against the infidels in the Crusader states. Instead, he acted like petulant child and fought against Emeric. Croatia and Dalmatia were conceded to him as an appanage to keep the country together, and prevent the Venetian bastards and Bulgarian heretics from encroaching in on Hungarian territory.<br/><br/>Walking away and closing the shutter of the window, Emeric sat down upon his throne, contemplating precisely what he should do. Serbia, his most recent hobby, had already been conquered, and a loyal Serbian vassal installed to keep order. This infuriated Orthodox Christian, especially the Bulgarians, but the power of Byzantium meant any Bulgarian incursion that was too strong would allow for Byzantine counter-response. In addition, the Holy See enjoyed wondrous relations with Hungary, as Emeric had fought to ensure Catholic supremacy across the land, and eradicated the Bosnian heretics who had the audacity to challenge the legitimacy of His Holiness.<br/>To reinforce this relation, Emeric signaled his servant to bring ink and parchment. Upon the completion, Emeric had finished two letters, and handed them over to the scribes for translation.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To His Holiness Pope Innocent, disciple of our Lord Jesus Christ, <br/><br/>I am overjoyed to report that the Bosnian heresy has been crushed. The few that remain flee to the wilderness, and their heretical priests have been executed, cleansing the land. Your personal interest in this matter has helped ensure the stability of the region, as well as shining the light of the lord upon these lost souls.<br/><br/>It is for this reason I ask whether you have any desire or need from a Catholic monarch such as myself. Our friendship has allowed the redemption of the Orthodox heretics across the Balkans, and your encouragement of our expansion has eased things for me greatly. How may I, your servant, aid you in any way?<br/><br/>Sincerely and with admiration,<br/> Your servant King Emeric of Hungary</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To Emperor Alexios Branas Komenos of the One Roman Empire,<br/><br/>Our peoples have not always agreed with each other. While our faiths may not be reconcilable, as it stands we are still both brothers of Christ. The Bulgarians have fought against you, and their outrage against my actions in Serbia lead me to believe they wish nothing but the worst for me and my people. To the east, the infidel fight against not just your empire, but Jesus himself. I ask of you, shall we work together against the Bulgarians, and those whom wish to raze Constantinople?<br/><br/>Sincerely,<br/>King Emeric of Hungary</blockquote>"
6253,1202-The Reborn World-IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321606,2014-11-28T08:42:00,The Seleucids (Ancient),"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 250%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Atabeg of Mosul</span></span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">House of Nur ad-Din Arslan Shah I</span></span><br/>Last night Nur ad-Din Arslan Shah I had a dream, a dream of an independent Mosul, a dream where he wouldn't have to swear loyalty to someone. Arslan Shah figured it was a sign, a sign from god.<br/>He quickly got out of bed and while dressing himself he looked out of his window, looking over the city that was his. Most people where already busy in the markets, trading their goods and enjoying the time with their families.<br/>He walked out of his room and called for a meeting with his generals. The dream he had during the night had to wait, today there where other pressing matters to adress.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Meeting of the Military</span></span><br/>Arslan Shah walked into the room where his general where already awaiting his orders.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""I had a dream tonight, a sign of God. Mosul will gain its independence once more. First there are other concerns. For to long have i ignored the Arab raiding parties in the south. I want to finish them off for once and for all. I've thoguht about it this morning and we should establish a zone occupied by our forces to protect the trade coming from the Arab traders.""</span><br/>A general stood up, questioning the idea,<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Shouldn't we ask the Ayyubid Sultan for permission to do such thing?""</span><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""No. We will not ask him. The trade that we can secure thanks to our presence in the Arab lands will be stocked away, we will gather it for the coming time. Once we are ready to declare independence from this Sultanate we must be ready. Money gives us the means of making ourselves ready. If he questions it at some point, we will tell him that the soldiers are there becouse of the security. He won't deny our troops there. In the end it would be his money that gets raided, so to speak ofcourse.<br/>While we secure the south we must also look to the north. These small states could be easy targets if we play the right cards. We must get them to provoke us, then we call upon the Sultanate for aid, making us more powerful and influential over the northern region. <br/>At last we should contact the Seljuks, they can become an important ally against the Sultan.<br/>For now, we should continue our matter like usually. I will listen to the Sultan, obay his orders, send soldiers to fight off the crusaders and keep myself on good terms with the Sultanate. But once we gathered our strenght, we will make sure the Sultan will never set foot on our soil again!"" ""Allahu Akbar!""</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Arab Tribal lands</span></span><br/><div style=""float: right;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/sazZP75.png""/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Orange part south of Mosul <br/>has been declared a safezone <br/>by orders of Nur ad-Din Arslan Shah I</span></blockquote></div><br/>It was only days later when soldiers from Mosul crossed the border into the Arab lands, guiding themselves to the destinated points of the newly formed safe zone.<br/>Mas'ud II 'Izz ud-Din, the son of Nur ad-Din Arslan Shah I was the commander in charge of the operation. It wasn't anything he couldn't hanlde. The goal was to establish some outposts and to put an end to the raiders that attacked traders on their way to Mosul.<br/>The army of 2,000 had split in four to cover the area effectively. Mas'ud II led the eastern army of 700 men. He knew that those tribes would seek out to attack the two central armies of 300, this he used as an advantage. The Eastern and Western armies both had over 300 cavalry forces. Both central armies had only one. That one would head for the main army in question (central east going to the east and central west going to the west) to get aided. While the central forces kept the raiders busy the cavalry had more then enough time to charge in effectively, putting an end to all of them at once.<br/>According to scouts and local traders the raiding parties where gathering about the move made by Mosul. It was a chance that Mas'ud II had to take.<br/><br/>Several days passed while scouts searched out information on the locations of the raiding parties, this eventually with some succes. Three of these raiding parties had been identified while the rest remained somewhat hidden. The outcome of the meeting several days earlier had become known. Mas'ud II knew for sure that they decided to hold out, waiting for another day to fight back. What these tribes/raiders did not know was that Mas'ud wasn't traveling through the region just for the savezone, he was also there to hunt down those that had become a threat to Mosul and its trade.<br/><br/>Exactly one week after the locations of three tribes where revealed two armies of Mosul attacked them at their camps. Two of those tribes had set up camp together in the hope that their forces combined would be large enough to combat the Mosul armies, this however turned out to be a false hope when they where attacked by 1,200 men during the night. According to Mas'ud II, who led the army, only a dozen of them got away.<br/>The other tribal camp got attacked by 800 cavalry forces during daylight, none of the raiders/tribal men survived the attack. Mas'ud II had instructed his men from both armies to take back all heads of the enemies. At the outposts in the safezone (which where still under construction) the heads where placed on long poles as a warning for the other raiders/tribes.<br/>It was a good start, but Mas'ud II knew that this wasn't enough. He knew he had to take down more of them, enough to send a clear and undisputed message to these cowards."
6254,1202-The Reborn World-IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321606,2014-11-28T13:51:00,Mesrane,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.warstore.co.uk/ekmps/shops/marlina/images/scotland-lion-3-x-2-flag-2351-p.jpg""/></div><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">The Kingdom of Scotland</span></div><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Stirling, Scotland</span><br/>Haunting. That was one word to describe the sound of the wind as it howled through the Ochil Hills below Stirling Chapel. Thinking quietly on the foremost pews of the chapel, King William of Scotland could hear the banshee-scream of the wind even now. It tapped on the stained glass directly in front of him, as if attempting to speak to The Almighty and his son. At the risk of being judged as selfish, William would rather have the wind attempt to speak to him, for Scotland was indeed at a crossroads. Directly to the south: England, bankrupt and shaken after the financial ravages dealt upon it by King Richard's costly crusades. Young King John, his successor, was considerably unpopular. Perhaps the Barons weren't ready to revolt, perhaps they were, but the fact remained that the country was not as united as it could be. And then there was France. Strong, united, and with stable allies in Toulouse and Burgundy. The howling of the wind matched the screams of his dying men as the Battle of Alnwick came back to him. His shameful ransom, the loss of Northumbria . . Scotland may have more than recovered since then, seizing the Hebrides once and for all, but the wrath of that defeat bore heavily on the aging king every morning when he woke. King Philip's intriguing letter was set out before him on the floor. William had read it four times and had spent the better part of the last hour deciding his course of action . . Scotland's course of action.<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>To: His grace, William, King of Scotland<br/>From: King Philip II Augustus<br/><br/>Dear Your Grace,<br/>Greetings, William the Lion, I write to you in a time of conflict and immense strife. For many decades we have ever been in the dark shadow of the Angevin Empire, who has attempted several times to enslave our peoples. France and Scotland are alone, and have been for a long time, yet I feel this need not be. The French and Scotland have a natural enemy, and I am of the opinion that an alliance and betrothal between my daughter, Princess Marie, and your son, Prince Alexander. Together we can crush the English, reclaim what is ours, and plant the seeds for a long lasting peace. I am eager to hear of your thoughts and may God bless you, your family, and the people of Scotland.<br/>Sincerely, <br/>King Philip II Augustus</div></blockquote><br/><br/>In the rear of the chapel, a creak sounded and a pair of boots shuffled forth as the heavy door shut behind them.<br/><br/>""Alan?""<br/><br/>A chuckle sounded behind him. ""How do you know, every single time My Lord?""<br/><br/>""Because you're the only man in Scotland who walks like a wraith Alan.""<br/><br/>Both men laughed heartily. ""Well being your steward, I'm sure you've heard these footsteps more than you can count."" Alan Fitzwalter's face turned grim for a moment. ""Have you come to a decision yet My Lord?""<br/><br/>William looked once more upon the image of Jesus upon Golgotha, in the final moments of his crucifixion. ""I have, Alan, I have indeed. But politics should not be discussed so readily in a house of God. Let us go outside for a moment.""<br/><br/>His steward nodded and made for the door. William gathered Philip's letter and his own empty parchment. Outside, the wind abated somewhat, but the chills of January were as acute as ever. William wrapped his thick woolen cape around himself. It was unusually chilly for a May afternoon, and the sky suggested that rain might come by nightfall to complement the wind. Certainly the villagers drew cloaks and blankets around themselves as they went about their business in Stirling. The aging king gazed out across the moors, and slowly nodded to himself. He had reached a decision indeed. ""England is as weak as it's ever been, Alan. King John is unpopular, Rebellion by the Barons seems not to far off, and the country is either bankrupt or nearly so after Richard's crusading. France, on the other hand, is strong. Alexander's marriage will tie our kingdoms together. If there ever was a time to strike, it would be now. ""<br/><br/>A wolfish grin spread over Alan's haggard face, even older and more fiercely lined than that of William's. ""Shall I gather the Earls then, my King?""<br/><br/>""Not just yet Alan. I need to learn from Philip more detailed plans. Also in the meantime, Alexander needs to be alerted about the marriage and emissaries need to be sent to the Welsh and Irish. Their help should be instrumental in bogging the English down on two more fronts on the isles alone. We'll provide the third, France the fourth.""<br/><br/>""Very well my lord. I'll leave you to write that letter then.""<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div><span style=""font-style: italic"">Philip II Augustus, King of France,<br/><br/>For a day I deliberated on the wisdom of such an alliance. I shall tarry no longer. We must stand together against the English tide. I accept the betrothal of Alexander and Marie, Alexander has learned French since childhood and I do hope the marriage will be a successful one. This should bind our kingdoms together in an alliance, one that I hope may stand the tide of years as well as that of the English. If I may suggest the Irish and Welsh as potential allies, as neither have great love of the English, and if their chieftains could be united, even for a few years, they could do wonders to bog down the English on two additional fronts. I shall send emissaries to them at once. In the meantime, shall I mobilize the Earls at once or wait until some of the English Barons can be encouraged to rebel against their hated King John? The loss of Northumbria has weighed heavily on my heart and mind for years, and the opportunity to get that and more back frankly delights me. <br/><br/>I am anxious to hear back from you. God bless the glorious Kingdom of France, it's king, and all its people.<br/><br/>Sincerely, <br/><br/>King William of Scotland</span></div></blockquote>"
6255,1202-The Reborn World-IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321606,2014-11-28T16:33:00,Colonna,"With violent enthusiasm, Vratislav clapped Valdemar's shoulders with his large, calloused hands, and peered into his eyes with a fierce, hawk-like gaze. In that intimate moment, the Bohemian prince was more affably human than he would ever be with anyone save his sister, more like an old, close friend of the Danish king than his imperious guest. However, a bestial tension animated his movements and gestures, a fierceness that might recall a sleek hound or a falcon drowning in the ecstasy of its killing dive. Vratislav was the consummate prince, a deity cloistered amid the sewage of human suffering, a devil still reeling from his fall. To look upon his aspect was to know both fear and awe, both indignation and grudging respect.<br/><br/>""I give my word that you will not regret this, Your Highness,"" he exclaimed in an excited whisper, his youthful eagerness overwhelming his sense of decorum in that moment. The prince smiled broadly, triumphantly, dreams of conquests animating his keen, brown eyes. ""I shall make you into the greatest prince Europe has ever seen,"" he promised, ""Charlemagne's accomplishments shall seem pale and tawdry next to your own. Imagine an empire stretching from-"" Drawing a deep breath, Vratislav composed himself, and released Valdemar from his tight grip. To speak and act in so familiar a manner with the king was folly. Not only would such a blunder risk the position of command that had just been offered, but it might also lead to his banishment, depending on how hot his host's ire burned. He noted, with some apprehension, that a few of the older men were gawking at him with plain disapproval.<br/><br/>His expression became stoic. ""Any service which I could render to Your Highness would be an honor beyond any I might have hoped for,"" the prince remarked humbly, ""Make me into Your Highness's peregrine, and, in one magnificent swoop, I shall subjugate any who oppose you."" Glancing furtively around the hall, Vratislav wondered whether this plan had been confided in anyone else.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Naturally,</span>he reflected,<span style=""font-style: italic"">His closest confidantes will have been informed. Valdemar won't have been so foolish as to proceed without the counsel of his vassals. It's even more unlikely that he would speak to me before seeking them out. As such, one must conclude that Valdemar is already prepared to embark on a campaign in the Baltic. The sole remaining question is who he will select as his lieutenants.</span><br/><br/>This gave Vratislav some reassurance. Unlike the Danish gentry, he wore the armor of a title within the Holy Roman Empire, granting him privileges and protections that enhanced his value far beyond that of even more veteran Danish commanders. He was also young and charismatic, with a reputation for bravery, all sound characteristics for a captain. Lastly, Vratislav, while not terribly proficient in the seafaring style of combat favored by his hosts, had been involved in more landlocked skirmishes than practically anyone in Denmark. He had even been given charge of his father's train on a few occasions, and beaten off one or two ambushes.<span style=""font-style: italic"">It would seem His Highness has finally heeded my counsel,</span>the prince thought with a morbid sense of elation,<span style=""font-style: italic"">And I am a man of my word. Are you watching father?</span>"
6256,1202-The Reborn World-IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321606,2014-11-28T22:51:00,Finland SSR,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/7/76/Vilnius_district_COA.gif""/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Duchy of Lithuania</span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Fortress of Skuodas, Curonian Lands</span><br/><br/>A month has passed since the meeting of the dukes in Kernavė. Žvelgaitis warned them about the new threat from the West. Daumantas, the Duke of Dubysa and holder of most of the western lands of Lithuania, did not believe these new knights to be a threat. Besides, they landed far from the boundaries of the duchy, and it will take them years to become a threat.<br/><br/>What Daumantas was more concerned about the Duke of Lietava, Ryngold. He was the stronhest duke under Žvelgaitis, and he was Daumantas's fierce enemy. Daumantas wanted for the Balts to reject the Christian ways and push the Christians off Poland and Russia, while Ryngold was more strategic and seeked an agreement, perhaps gathering outside allies to consolidate his power.<br/><br/>Anyway, right now Daumantas's 5,000 troops were laying siege on the small realm of Skuodas, a Curonian county which was separated from it's brethren and stood in the way of his goal to reach the Western sea. Archers were shooting swarms of arrows at the defenders of the small fort, and rams, made from fallen trees, were banging the walls. Daumantas did not want to burn the wooden palisade. A castle in enemy lands is more worthy than a pile of ash.<br/><br/>One of the rams finally punched through one of the logs that made up the wall. Soldiers swarmed inside, and the defenders, around 400 of them, were quickly slaughtered. The chieftain, some Penikis, was captured and surrendered. The Western Sea was reached."
6257,1202-The Reborn World-IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321606&start=25,2014-11-29T09:44:00,Valentir,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/0/06/Arms_of_the_Kingdom_of_France_%28Ancien%29.svg/331px-Arms_of_the_Kingdom_of_France_%28Ancien%29.svg.png""/></div><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #00FFFF"">Louvre Palais, Paris, Kingdom of France</span></span></div><br/>Philip sat at his desk, quietly over looking a number of papers. It was early in the morning, and Philip rose before the rest of the castle, as he normally did. He poured his own wine, and got to work as early as he could. The king worked very hard, and his diligence was invaluable for France. Philip took a small sip of white wine, fresh from the vineyards in Champagne. Philip loved wine, and owned many of vineyards throughout France. It was a personal goal of his to liberate the wineries in Angevin France. As his mind began to wonder, there was a knock at the door. ""Come in."" The door creaked open and the Royal scribe, Francois, walked in. ""Your majesty, a letter, from the Scottish."" Philip got up from his chair, ""let me see."" He broke the seal and read over the letter. Philip smiled and walked over to a map of Europe, setting on a side table. He put the letter down and picked up an iron dagger. He ran his finger over the blade, and looked to the West. He stared at England, the kingdom which has held a sword to the throat of France. ""No more,"" Philip muttered. He took the dagger and with a fierce blow, and stabbed at England.<br/><br/>""Francois, fetch me my quill and ink."" Francois did so without question. He set them on the king's desk and stood by the door. ""Now, go and fetch the Marshall-at-Arms, and then tell the Bishop to ride to Toulouse. Raimond is to be here within a fortnight."" Francois bowed and did as the King had asked. Philip read the letter one more time. Scotland and France were now allies, with Toulouse and Burgundy behind him, France's time was near. Philip sat down and began to write several letters. His allies must be mustered, for France would soon be at war.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/0/06/Arms_of_the_Kingdom_of_France_%28Ancien%29.svg/157px-Arms_of_the_Kingdom_of_France_%28Ancien%29.svg.png""/></div><br/><div align=""center"">To: The Council of Pisa<br/>From: King Philip II Augustus of France</div><br/>Dear Council of Pisa, <br/>Councillors of Pisa, I write this letter in a time of great need. As you are most likely aware, the Kingdom of France and the Angevin Empire have been at odds for decades now. Well I'm near ready to set this dispute between us straight. However, France, while being quite prosperous, is in need of extra funds to hire mercenaries. I appeal to the Council of Pisa, lend France 30,000 livres to hire Flemish Mercenaries, and I shall repay you within 6 years. I would also like to increase the ties between our states, and feel that a non-aggression pact and tariff reduction would be most beneficial. If you feel the need to offer something else or discuss terms about my offer, please do not hesitate.<br/>Sincerely, <br/>King Philip II Augustus of France</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/0/06/Arms_of_the_Kingdom_of_France_%28Ancien%29.svg/157px-Arms_of_the_Kingdom_of_France_%28Ancien%29.svg.png""/></div><br/><div align=""center"">To: Duke Arthur I of Brittany<br/>From: King Philip II Augustus of France</div><br/>Dear Duke Arthur,<br/>I write to you in a time of great strife, my lord. As you well know, John, your relative, is ruining England. The English coffers are bare, the army is depleted, the Barons near revolt. You have a claim to the throne, my lord, and you know what I desire. Arthur, I offer you an alliance, an alliance to depose John, set you on the throne of England, and return my rightful possessions to me. England is weak and our time is now. Will you join me, my lord, or be destroyed in the storm to come? I hope you see the light, and may god guide your step. <br/>Sincerely, <br/>King Philip II Augustus of France</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/0/06/Arms_of_the_Kingdom_of_France_%28Ancien%29.svg/157px-Arms_of_the_Kingdom_of_France_%28Ancien%29.svg.png""/></div><br/><div align=""center"">To: Lord Hugh IX of Lusignan<br/>From: King Philip II Augustus of France</div><br/>Dear Lord Hugh,<br/>Lord Hugh, you are one of the few French lords who remain in Angevin England. For decades the House of Plantagenet has exploited the French people, and destroyed the French Kingdom. This crime cannot go unpunished. King John has bankrupted England, her forces are in a terrible state. The barons in England are near revolt, and his authority is being challenged day-to-day. Lord Hugh, I ask that you form an alliance with me, and together we may push those English rats back into the Channel. The lands they have stolen from you shall be restored and more. Join your forces with mine, and the greatness of France shall be restored. <br/>Sincerely, <br/>King Philip II Augustus of France</blockquote>"
6258,1202-The Reborn World-IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321606&start=25,2014-11-29T11:05:00,Traders Union,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Sarai, Cuman Khanate</span><br/>[Tab=][/Tab]Khan Danylo Kobiakovych, called silver hawk by the army, sat atop his favorite steed. Taken during his first raid against the Alans, he has always has felt attached to this horse. Probably because his first kill was running the first owner through with a spear. He still had that spear somewhere, he remembered. Looking out over the sprawling tents and pens of Sarai, Danylo felt a surge of pride for his Khanate. His Khanate was the strongest in Central Asia, as most Cumans felt. Slowly riding through Sarai, Danylo watched his brothers and sisters at work. Some were practicing riding for pleasure, others practicing new moves and archery form horseback. Smiths worked on creating new weapons, others repairing weapons from previous raids. Danylo noticed that the campfires and taverns were unusually full today. Perhaps the warriors were drinking to prepare for raids. Danylo even noticed that the shamans actually had some people in their rings and tents.<br/>Making his way to the war tent, Danylo arrived and had his steed tethered. Ducking into the war tent, Danylo took a second to adjust to the shade inside the tent. Everyone that he ordered was here, he noticed. At least the current chiefs were loyal to him, Danylo thought. Upon entering the tent, all inside rose and bowed out of respect. Even the slightly..unhinged chief Otarbai.<br/>""Greetings Great Khan,"" Otarbai said, rising out of his bow.<br/>This was echoed by every other chief in the tent.<br/>""Greetings Honorable Chiefs,"" Danylo said to the group, sitting down on a sheep-skin pillow. ""Otarbai, fetch me the map,"" he told Otarbai. After Otarbai grabbed the map, Danylo unfurled it on the large table before him. ""What are you planning Khan?"" asked chief Elubai. All eyes turned expectantly towards Danylo. ""The Bulgarians have been a thorn in our side for awhile. The-,"" Danylo started before he was interrupted by the youngest chief in the tent, Azder ""How many men do you need Khan? I have many eager riders ready to pillage the Bulgarians,"" he said in a rush. ""Calm down Azder. Wait for the Khan to speak to you. Besides, you lack the knowledge to fight such a large enemy. If I remember correctly, you nearly lost to fifty raiders,"" Otarbai told him, with a smirk on his face. ""That was a fluke, I promise you Khan,"" Azder told Khan, visibly embarrassed. ""Otarbai is correct Azder, I need an older chief to lead this attack. However I do have a task for you. Take your most seasoned riders, hiring mercenaries if needed, and conquer Gothita. This will give you the field experience that you need. Otarbai, I want you, in addition to chief Orazbek, to gather your hosts and head out against the Bulgarians. Pillage anything you do not take. I will be able to send an additional twenty thousand men to help,"" Danylo told the council. ""I am honored Khan. The Bulgarians will face the sword and arrow,"" Otarbai said while bowing. He rose and departed. Azder repeated this action and left. Danylo nodded to the remaining chiefs, signaling they were dismissed. After the council left, Danylo re-mounted his horse and started the ride to the master of coin and trade. The Silk Road routs needed to be checked on again<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bulgarian-Cuman border</span><br/>Groups of two hundred raiders amassed and began riding into Bulgarian land. War was at hand"
6259,1202-The Reborn World-IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321606&start=25,2014-11-29T16:18:00,Kisinger,"<img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/5/5f/Coat_of_arms_of_Saxony.svg/519px-Coat_of_arms_of_Saxony.svg.png""/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Dresden, Saxony</span></span></span></div><br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 2px;"">Duke Bernard I sat in the great hall in Saxony overlooking a map of Holy Roman Empire. The electors including himself had been relatively indecisive when voting over the last few years but he would vote for himself this coming year.His military was steadily increasing as he was trying to find resources in nearby states to conquer. Brandenburg was a liable target along with a few nearby other smaller states. Bohemia was a word of Caution as he was much larger than he and they shared a large border. He sighed and Called out ""Bring me some more wine, and get a messenger to give the call to raise levies."" The servants were shocked but replied with a shaky ""Ye-yes My lord."" As they quickly walked out of the room. The Duke smiled knowing this would probably alarm a few states causing them to raise their levies giving him a reason to invade. Not to mention nearby Saxon minorities which could be exploited. Yes this would be a good year.</span>"
6260,1202-The Reborn World-IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321606&start=25,2014-11-29T20:15:00,The Seleucids (Ancient),"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 250%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Atabeg of Mosul</span></span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Meeting of the Military</span></span><br/>Nur ad-Din Arslan Shah I had called upon his generals to meet, he had another dream, a dream that guided him the way to independence.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""I had a dream last night, one that came directly from Allah, La Illaha Illa Allah. He showed me the path to indpendence, he showed me how, when and where. I trust in Allah to guid me on this path and i will follow it by all means.<br/>I want you to send out a rider to my son, send him this message. Tell him to offer it to the tribal folks.<br/>The dream i had showed me the path, the path of mercy.<br/>We will offer mercy to the tribes, in return they will have to help us to get into a war with these weak northern tribes. Their lands are important, rich of materials, people and strong natural defenses. Insha'Allah these lands shall be ours! Allahu Akbar!""</span><br/>The generals looked at eachother in agreement,<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Allahu Akbar!""</span>.<br/>This message was send inmediatly to Mas'ud II 'Izz ud-Din who was currently still hunting these tribes.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Arab Tribal lands</span></span><div style=""float: right;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/j6PrpEl.png""/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Orange area is the expansion<br/>of the safezone planned by<br/>Mas'ud II 'Izz ud-Din</span></blockquote></div><br/>At the camp Mas'ud II was having dinner when the messanger arrived,<span style=""font-style: italic"">""As-salamu alaykum, I have word from your father. A change in plan my lord""</span>The messanger said as he handed over the letter.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Wa alaykumu s-salam, thank you. Have a seat and eat something""</span>Mas'ud II replied as he opened the letter. For some kind of reason he already knew the entire letter after he read only the first line,<span style=""font-style: italic"">""La illaha illa Allah""</span>he said as he walked off.<br/>He went to his own messangers and gave them the letter meant for the Arab tribes. Within the hour they ran off into the territory of the Arab tribes.<br/>Mas'ud II had drawn his own plan in these lands, there where several weakspots in this safezone, especially in the center of it. Mas'ud figured to expand it slightly, taking up better natural defensive points. For now his soldiers where still outside of the safezone, making sure no large tribal force would try to disrupt the constructions.<br/><br/>Two weeks later Mas'ud II got called right after prayer,<span style=""font-style: italic"">""My lord, Tribal forces are approaching!""</span>A guard said as he ran down to him.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Insha'Allah they come in peace""</span>Mas'ud II replied.<br/>Today was the day that Mas'ud II wanted to show his men that he had Allah on his side, just like his father. He planned on meeting the tribes by himself, showing his soldiers that this was indeed Allah's work.<br/>And so it happend. He rode out toward the tribes who where only hours away from the first outposts. Once he laid eyes on them it became clear that he had made the right move. The tribes had woman and childeren with them.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""As-salamu alaykum, i am glad you came""</span>he said as he road up to the tribal men who rode out front.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Wa alaykumu s-salam, we where convinced of the wise words of your leader""</span>one of the men replied.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Insha'Allah you will bring good to our people and we will bring good to yours""</span>Mas'ud II answered as he walked with them.<br/>Once at the camp he asked the tribes to stay for a few days to rest out. They agreed to it and Mas'ud told his men to make sure these tribal people got everything that they needed. Upon talking with one of the tribal leaders Mas'ud II found out that some 7 tribes where amongst those that just arrived and that some 6 more where on their way. He also told Mas'ud II about some 15 tribes that had refused the offer and as a show of good will the tribal leader told Mas'ud about the locations of those tribes. Mas'ud II appreciated this very much, now he had a chance to put an end to the atttacks on traders.<br/><br/>Four days later the remaining 6 tribes arrived at the camp, just like with the first group Mas'ud II had rode out on his own to meet them, which once again proved very usefull.<br/>Now that all tribes had arrived Mas'ud II organized an escort for them to Mosul where Nur ad-Din Arslan Shah I would adress them further.<br/>There was only one bad side about this all. This escort that Mas'ud arranged consisted out of a thousend men, half of what he had been given to put an end to the attacks on traders. He had to figure out how to effectively attack the tribes that had chosen death with only a thousend men.<br/>These where concerns for later though. For now it was time to celibrate this ""victory of Allah"" as Mas'ud II called it.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Arrival of the Arab tribes in Mosul</span></span><br/>Once the tribes arrived at Mosul, Nur ad-Din Arslan Shah I was waiting for them just outside of the city. He looked over the large amount of people that had come, it filled himself with hope that his plan might work. As the tribes all gathered up Arslan Shah decided to adress them,<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Welcome all to Mosul, i have been looking forward to your arrival here. I'm sure you may distrust us or even hate us, and this is all understandable. We took action against you in the past becouse you attacked the traders coming to Mosul, this should also be understandable. I want to leave this all to the past and i want you all to focus on the future. Insha'Allah we will all forget the past and turn to eachother in peace from now on. I grant you all the same rights as all people in my country. I wish you the very best and may Allah guide you on your paths. Allahu Akbar!""</span><br/>The crowd cheered,<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Allahu Akbar! Allahu Akbar! Allahu Akbar!""</span><br/>Soon after the meeting Arslan Shah sat down with the 13 tribal leaders to see what they could achieve together.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""As the proposal said, my mercy will not be free. I request a deed from your soldiers in the north, one that will spark hostilitie and most likely war between Mosul and the Northern states. Our armies are ready to take the north, though we cannot provoke a war ourselves, for this we need your men.""</span>Arslan Shah said to the tribal leaders.<br/>One of the 13 stood up,<span style=""font-style: italic"">""We have 1,800 men awaiting orders as we speak. Tell us what needs to be done and we will take care of it.""</span><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""I want you to raid the northern states, raid their traders, their villages and their farms and make sure they see you when you return to Mosul. I want them to know that we are behind this, i want them to make a counteraction which gives us a reason for war.""</span>Arslan Shah told.<br/>The tribal leaders nodded in agreement, the plan was set, only preperations had to be made before the tribes would start carrying out their new orders.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Religious meeting</span></span><br/>The day after the tribes arrived Nur ad-Din Arslan Shah I held a meeting with the religious leaders of Mosul. Most of them where Imam's though there where also Christian Priests and some other religious leaders present. Arslan Shah wanted to establish a nation where all religions where welcome. Though he believed that in the end Islam should be on top, this becouse most people in his nation where Muslim.<br/>The meeting was about how the religions could help eachother and how they could stay out of any conflicts with eachother.<br/>At the end of the meeting alot of progress was made and alot of agreements where established.<br/>Arslan Shah was happy. That same day he signed a law which made it a crime to provoke another religion or to discriminate another religion. He hoped that with a proper punishment for those that violated it the agreements could hold.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Construction plans</span></span><div style=""float: right;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/COyYawK.jpg?1""/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Grand Mosque that will be build in Mosul on orders of Nur ad-Din Arslan Shah I</span></blockquote></div><br/>Now with these religious agreements, a war coming and Arslan Shah's dream of independence it was time to look at the cities he posessed.<br/>With a good amount of architects Arslan Shah debated on what had to be done.<br/>To start he took out the religious side. Arslan Shah wanted to build proper Churches, Mosques and other places of worship throughout his lands. Together with his architects he agreed on building some 85 new places of worship. This included his own masterpiece. While tolerance was the new way of life in his country, he still wanted to show his neighbours that Islam was still valued the most. To send a message clear enough to his neighbours he and the architects agreed on the construction of a grand Mosque, a Mosque that would prove worthy to Allah.<br/><br/>Besides these constructions Arslan Shah also had to look at other matters. Now that war was coming it would be a strong move to increase the defenses all over his nation. Arslan Shah held Mosul, which still had an old and weakend wall, he also held the citadels of Erbil and Kirkuk who had seen better days aswell.<br/>With local Architects he developed construction plans for these three places.<br/><br/>Mosul's enterances would be reduced to just two. These two enterances would become small fortresses on their own. The walls also got more towers and weakspots would be taken out of them. On the ground just outside the walls a small wall would be build all around the city except where the enterances where. This small wall was build only to slow down enemy forces and to stop horses from coming close to the wall.<br/><br/>The citadel of Kirkuk was the most work. It was build on an elevated piece of land, though only half of that land was used by the fortress. To make it a strong and safe fortress walls would be build all around the platform, making sure the only way the enemy could get up was to come through the gates, which on their turn where fortified in a same manner as the gates at Mosul. Several other places where one could climb upon the elevated piece of land where destroyed.<br/><br/>In Erbil only small adjustments where made. The walls where made slightly higher and the enterance would be given the same treatment as in Mosul and Kirkuk.<br/><br/><div style=""float: right;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/SnkWera.jpg?1""/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Design of the Palace</span></blockquote></div>Once all political matters where solved, it was time to lookat Arslan Shah's personal constructions. He wanted to construct a palace, not only for himself but also to send a message to the outside world. A message of wealth and political power.<br/>Together with the architects they developed a basic plan. it would be build in Islamic style and it would become the biggest building in Mosul if one would ignore the grand Mosque.<br/>The palace was also to be build right in front of the grand Mosque so all people could admire it every day."
6261,1202-The Reborn World-IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321606&start=25,2014-11-29T20:38:00,Traders Union,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Sarai, coin masters hut</span><br/>""Ah, my noble Khan. My day is brighter from seeing you,"" coin master Aiman bowed in mock formality. Aiman and Danylo were childhood friends. Their bond still held, even though Danylo was now Khan. ""Always mocking me? You know that's not allowed now,"" Danylo joked back. ""In all sincerity I need to know how well the Silk Roads are holding up,"" he said, sitting down on a cushion.<br/>""They are all intact. No recent raiders have been sighted. Why do you need to know now?"" Aiman asked<br/>""I plan to enlarge my standing riders, I need to know how much of a burden this will place on us,"" Danylo responded<br/>""Not much of a burden, the chiefs shoulder nearly all of the burden now. I heard of our new..expansions,"" Aiman told Danylo. ""The Bulgarians land is, to be honest, dirt poor. However, taking Crimea is a lot better. We can trade with the Romans. They have resources that are desirable."" he said. ""I did not think of that friend. Thank you for your expertise,"" Danylo told Aiman, standing up.<br/>""Always ready to help the glorious, honorable, divine, fab-,"" Aiman started a deluge of mock respect before he was cut of. ""Just stop it Aiman, save your voice for those pesky merchants your so fond of,"" Danylo yelled at him, while riding away<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bulgarian lands</span><br/>Captain Aibek looked over the field with immense satisfaction. His raiding party found the Bulgarian Khan and his host. Distracting them with arrows and spear, his men held until other raider groups surrounded and slaughtered the Bulgarian army. He had taken losses but not enough to cause a retreat. All of the Bulgarian men, including the khan, perished. Great spoils would await his men when they returned. Crows circled the bodies. Aibek noticed with a scowl that some raiders were looting the corpses. No true warrior would stoop so low he thought. The crows were circling. Behind him the assembled raiders waited in silence to hear his words. Taking in one last look over the bloody field, Aibek turned around. ""My brothers, today is one of glory. This fool,"" he pulled the head of the Bulgarian Khan and holding it up to his men ,""thought he could beat us."" Aibek waited a minute to let the snickers and laughs die down. ""We have shown him what we can do. Perhaps this fool would be of more use as my new cup."" Aibek comically pretended to drink from the Khans head. The laughter lasted for a good few minutes. ""All joking aside for a minute my brothers, you have earned immense glory hear today. Now we hunt the remaining fools trying still to oppose us. Then we return to claim our spoils,"" Aibek finished, taken the Khan's head and attaching it to his saddle. As he rode away from the gathering, his mind drifted to what would come next. Which fools would try to stop him next.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Gothita-Cuman border</span><br/>""Burn it all,"" chief Talgat ordered. This unfortunate village was the first to try and oppose the Cuman host. What fools they were he thought. A mere rabble of peasants tried to stop the battle hardened riders of Talgat. Their corpses show the end result of that. ""Chief there is still women and children hiding in the village. They will perish if we-,"" a rider started to speak before he was cut off. ""We gave them warning to leave. Light the village and kill anyone who attempts to flee but one. Let one live to spread fear for us,"" Talgat ordered. Seeing no one start the fire, he notched a flaming arrow and let it fly. With a thud it landed in a pitch roof, instantly starting a blaze. ""Finish the job. Now,"" Talgat ordered. His riders galloped into the village. By the end of the hour, the whole village was ablaze. Talgat's riders formed a loose ring around the edge. A few came running out. All but one were shot instantly and killed. Even a small child. Talgat saw his orders had been followed as a young man came running out. He escaped, hopefully to spread word of the death that fell on anyone who resisted the Cumans<br/>Goth village on fire<br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">http://fc07.deviantart.net/fs70/i/2012/099/2/1/burning_village_by_tonkyp-d4vkt8l.jpg</div></div></div>"
6262,1202-The Reborn World-IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321606&start=25,2014-11-29T20:59:00,G-Tech Corporation,Glorious Russki Reservation; Fear the Black Prince!
6263,1202-The Reborn World-IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321606&start=25,2014-11-29T23:00:00,Alleniana,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To His Holiness, the Pope, Vicar of Christ, Bishop of Rome, Head of the Most Catholic Church on Earth, et cetera, <br/><br/>Greetings, father; we hope that this letter finds you in good health and spirit both. Old friends in this realm of Italy and within Christendom, it would not do for these pleasantries to be dismissed. However, we do indeed write with a purpose other than your well-being and our contentment. Recently, we have come across an idea, a proposal, that we thought we ought to submit to you, to see of its plausibility and pleasure to you. Indeed, we believe that it will be of great benefit to us both, surely something that can only be good. <br/><br/>See, Pisa has long maintained control and hegemony over both the islands of Sardinia and Corsica, their people and leaders willing to see Pisa as leader and protector, a status affirmed by one of your most noble predecessors. We are sure that you have been informed of the recent encroachments, however, of Genoa, as well as the disloyalty of various giudices in Sardinia, that have led to the decline of Pisan power in some parts of the areas. Primarily caused by the greedy incursions of the Genoese, we have had trouble making sure that both the good Christians of the two islands may live in peace and that their proper protector remains us. Not wishing to resort to war as we have been forced to in past, we instead decided to seek redress with you, to inform the misguided Genoese of their incorrect actions. The most important things would be for them to withdraw their agents from Corsica, where they run amok and cause much grief for our people there, and to deny the influence they have over any of the giudices of Sardinia, most importantly Comita III of Torres. <br/><br/>Upon that issue, as well, we seek help. Giudice Peter I of Arborea currently resides under arrest in Pisa, after being defeated on the field of battle by our ally William I of Cagliari, a giudice, with aid from our other ally on the island, the giudice of Gallura. Currently, despite having sworn oaths to us, they often pursue independent agendas and stray from what should be done. We hope that you, alongside removing the Genoese from their unjustified domains, may ask them to bequeath their lands to Pisa, via their lines of descent, and furthermore enabling the choosing of a new giudice for Arborea, Peter I one of the troublemakers mentioned and currently found in captivity to be committing such great sins as onanism. In this way, Pisa would maintain formal hegemony over all four of the giudices of Sardinia, with the Republic's influence over each of them as our representatives, as it should naturally be. Coupled with control of Corsica, this would be the other main part of the plan to bring justice and peace to the two islands. <br/><br/>Of course, realising that the exertion of the Papal authority is not only strenuous but something to be most grateful for, and even in thankfulness for receiving this letter, we donate 10,000 bezants with this message, within the chest. We also hereby make and renew a pledge to protect your See, in whatever way we may, and however so it is possible. Even further, we would also be enabled to donate even more should we secure our proper maritime hinterlands, and perhaps look at donating ships should supremacy be established over Genoa and Venice. Though we would endeavour not to make it as if it is a conditional reward, the prosperity and strength that would be brought about by the plan would be much lavished upon Rome as Pisa, and be a great strengthening of our already burgeoning relationship. Not only that, but we would strive to find other ways to aid you, should they be needed, for such a great pope. <br/><br/>Another thing that we must finally concern you with, at last, is recent Byzantine actions. We have already begun to prepare a task force of several dozen galleys to send to the Eastern Romans in response to a most heinous action that they committed a few months ago; in violation of many agreements by which Venice, Genoa and Pisa have defended and lent to it, it has expelled all our people from our merchant quarters with nary an explanation or compensation, and taken over their rightful assets. Though they have been bad in enough in creating a church with two heads, we simply cannot stand this blatant violation of agreements which were so officially made and ratified. As such, we seek your permission to immediately gather our fleet and sail, with aid, to make attacks upon them until our debt is extracted, or until a suitable peace is made, by which they would restore the Catholics which it has offended to their proper positions with reparations for their trouble. Pisa, in an uproar about it, looks to your blessing to gather the galleys of Christendom and teach the eastern church a lesson. <br/><br/>We do hope that what we have put forth is not too zealous nor foolish to be considered, and so thusly commend it to you for judgement and approval. Pisa looks for vengeance, first and foremost, upon the great damages wreaked by those of Constantinople with whatever means necessary to have them see light, as well as hoping for a quieter, later fix to the incorrect state of affairs off our coasts, and would be much indebted as to provide protection, money and materials to you for it, and even further endeavours such as a Crusade. We therefore await a reply gladly. <br/><br/>Consul Vittorio di Pisa</blockquote>"
6264,1202-The Reborn World-IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321606&start=25,2014-11-30T03:22:00,Fralinia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Island of Gavnø, Denmark: Midsummer, 1202</span></span><br/><br/>The din of seamen overpowered the hustle and bustle of the otherwise innocuous town of Næstved. While her own docks sat only reasonably well-filled, just downriver, at a small and unassuming island just a few sandbanks from the coast of southern Zealand, a host of men were gathering for war.<br/><br/>Rotten logs lashed together and strung out into the fjord passed for docks as 150 longboats from across Denmark milled about, slowly loading up with men and supplies. Each one had been filled, per custom, with men from the same village or cluster of villages. These were how most of them arrived anyway, reclaimed from the local fishermen who hired them out during times of peace and sailed into the Karrebæk by the very men that built them. Still more could be seen arriving in the distance, tiny black dots against the sea foam on the barrier islands. They would bring the last few bands of warriors that Denmark was offering to her foes.<br/><br/>Valdemar II, surrounded by his war council, sat in his tent discussing the coming hostilities with his lieutenants and commanders. In the midst of the tent was a large table, covered in papers and a large map of Denmark and the southern Baltic coasts. After looking over the map for a while, Valdemar called on one of his advisers to give him a summary of the nobles that had raised troops and those that had not.<br/><br/>The diminutive adviser spoke up and began reading off of a scribbled piece of parchment. ""As per your orders, none of the nobles in Scania were told to muster, save the Duke of Helsingborg, who sent 4 longboats. Most of the fiefs and counts in the south sent at least some men, though not nearly what we have known them to raise in the past. The dukes and counts of Nordjylland sent their usual numbers, the ones on the coasts sending more than normal, but it seems that the Midtjyllanders and the Sjaelanders for the most part could not be bothered. We also have very recently received word that there is a small pack of 3 or 4 longboats full of Norwegian volunteers that will be here in less than a day. In all, we have on this island over 700 score of willing men. Our supplies will last us another few days before we must sail, and we will be ready to go before then, Sire.""<br/><br/>Valdemar nodded and pondered the situation before addressing the entire war council, which included his young Bohemian, Vratislav. ""We have discussed this, but let us review the details of the operation. I will lead our main force, a 120 longboat fleet, south towards Lübeck. We will first defeat her naval forces, which should be easy enough, then sail up the Trave and beseige her. Following this, I and this council will decide whether to leave some troops behind to occupy Lübeck while the main force sails on to Wismar, and possibly Rostock.""<br/><br/>He then turned to Vratislav. ""You will be leading your fleet of 50 longboats to our port of Rügen, where you will meet up with some additional forces, resupply, and then sail to our ally, Stralsund. From there, you are to march on Griefswald. Should you manage to capture Griefswald, I wish you to head south and make camp near the city of Demmin. Try to cut off the city, but do not lay seige to her, she has a strong fortress and your army will be weakened. If you run out of supplies or are met with a vastly superior force, march back for Stralsund and send word to me. Do you understand?""<br/><br/>Outside, the ships were almost full, the last few back dots were trickling onto the docks, most of the men either lugging around supplies or waiting in their camps all along the shores of the island and the fjord. In a few hours, all would be ready.<br/><br/><hr/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Six hours later</span><br/><br/>Valdemar II, son of Cnut, looked out to the south, and the sea. His people had been moving for months now, toiling and marching... all for this one moment, this one chance for a forgotten nation to prove herself. The fate of the Baltic was in the balance; it was Denmark's zenith or her fall. With heavy thoughts weighing on such a burdened mind, the King decided to fulfill his duties and then ponder the subject.<br/><br/><br/>He stood on the prow of the finest longboat of the fleet, ready to embark. Before him were 90 men, awaiting his mark, and a thousand other eyes watching their boat for the signal to move out.<br/><br/>""Men, today we start that which will make us or doom us, raise our proud people above the common rabble in the East or drive us into the cold embrace of history. What do you sail for? Ask that of yourselves before you answer without knowing. Oarsmen, at the ready!""<br/><br/>40 pairs of oars slid out from the sides of the boat and sat ready in the cold waters of the fjord.<br/><br/>""Helmsman, at your post!""<br/><br/>The burly helmsman grasped his hand around the tiller, ready to perform his duties.<br/><br/>""Unfurl the sail!""<br/><br/>The few men not in the rowing benches or at the tiller began working the ropes around the mast, and within a few seconds, the King's sail was flying: the Lion of Denmark roared into the horizon, and the slack cloth caught the light breeze, lurching the ship forward and away from the dock. The drum started beating, signaling the rowers to begin the rhythmic pumping of the oars, and the fleets of the Danes departed their homeland for war."
6265,1202-The Reborn World-IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321606&start=25,2014-11-30T06:06:00,Aileach,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.nationstates.net/images/flags/uploads/aileach__864552.jpg""/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 130%; line-height: 116%;"">The Kingdom of Aileach</span></span><br/><span style=""font-size: 90%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-style: italic"">An Ríocht na Aileach</span></span></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin-left:75px; margin-right:75px; margin-bottom:5px; margin-top:5px"">The beeswax candles flickered and danced around the writing desk, throwing shapes and shadows across the parchments below. Ardgar sat in his high-back wooden chair, pondering over the cuts of sheepskin intently. He was wrapped in the traditional garments as befits an Irish noble, with a vibrant red linen léine worn under a huge yellow woolen brat, inlaid with the King's coat of arms and fastened with a silver and gold broach wrought in the shape of a half moon. <br/><br/>He had spent the better part of two hours at the desk, going by the melted wax pooling underneath the candles, but at last he was content with his scratchings. It amused him slightly as he watched the lines of beady black ink dry, to think of how those little strokes could change the course of entire nations, change history itself. <br/><br/>A burst of quick raps on the heavy oaken door stole his attention. Without lifting his eyes, he bellowed for the visitor to enter, who proved to be none other than his Tanaiste, Fiacra Mac Dochartaigh. Fiacra was a young man yet, just twenty-two years on him compared to Ardgar's thirty-nine. This was the man who would inherit the Kingdom, provided he didn't fall from his horse and crack his skull like his predecessor.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""I have finished my letter to the Scots, Fiacra""</span> the King announced sitting back in his chair, leaning against the padded upholstery, bound to the wooded frame with small iron studs. The Tanaiste stopped in front of the desk, taking a seat across from the King. Ardgar handed the letter across the table.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-style: italic"">To William, by the Grace of God, King of Scotland,<br/><br/>Dia dhuit a chara, I hope this letter finds you and your family in good health. I write to you as a friend and a fellow Catholic, but foremost as kin. Our Kingdoms share a people, a culture, a tongue and history, but most importantly we share a deep rooted and fermenting hatred of our common enemies the English.<br/><br/>For too long the English have been allowed to run savage on these isles of ours, plundering the homes and villages of our people, stealing their lands and wealth. They are foreigners to these lands, and they are a plight that must be removed. This shall be no easy task, for the English beast is a large and formidable foe. This is why I write to you now, with an offer of friendship and brotherhood, with an alliance.<br/><br/>Alone we stand but no chance, together we can stand tall. I propose an alliance between our Kingdoms, so that we may fight the common enemy as one. Aileach has been at open war with England for generations, and continue to move against their positions on Ireland. They have stolen great swathes of our land, much as they stole Northumbria from Scotland, and I know in my own heart that sick, twisting feeling when your people are under the heavy handed rule of such a hated man as King John.<br/><br/>God be with you and all the people of Scotland,<br/>Slainte,<br/>King Ardgar Mac Domnaill of Aileach</span></blockquote></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin-left:75px; margin-right:75px; margin-bottom:5px; margin-top:5px"">Fiacra handed the letter back across the table when he had finished reading before leaning back into his own chair, which unlike Ardgar's was not afforded with the luxury of a soft seat. He allowed half a smile to break across his face, though the King did not so much as twitch. <br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Very emotive, mo Rí. King William will most certainly jump at the chance to stab an Englishman. Should I noti-""</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Watch that tongue, Fiacra.""</span> The King's voice was dripping with authority. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""You will notify no one until this letter is delivered and a reply received.""</span> The ink had well and truly dried, so Ardgar began to roll up the parchment. Where the page overlapped he dripped down a splodge of red wax before pressing his own royal seal hard into it. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""What you can do instead is meet with the Fergaile, the Áeda and the Murchado, their lands border those of the English. Tell them that they have my free and open blessing to raid in the held lands.""</span><br/><br/>Ardgar stood, and the brat that he wore about himself draped to the floor. With his right hand he extended the letter to his second in command. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""Tell each of the clans that raiding against our own brothers - that means those in Connacht and in Munster - will land them a fine and severe punishment.""</span><br/><br/>Fiacra's jaw almost dropped open. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""Mo Rí, surely you cannot be serious. The chieftains will be outraged.""</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Tell them, Fiacra. And deliver that letter.""</span></div>"
6266,1202-The Reborn World-IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321606&start=25,2014-11-30T10:03:00,Pavlostani,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cairo<br/>Sultanate of the Ayyubids</span><br/><br/>Sultan al-Adil wrote tirelessly to the flickering candlelight in his small office. al-Zahtar leaned in the door.<br/><br/>""Just wanted to let you know, we've started the outreach to the bedouins, ought to have plenty in a few months."" He said.<br/><br/>""Good, General. There'll be a caravan waiting for you tomorrow to take you to Damascus, I want you to begin raising an army there."" al-Adil was pleased.<br/><br/>""And then move it towards Crusader territory?"" al-Zahtar asked.<br/><br/>""No, remain in Damascus until you receive further orders. It depends on the response to this."" al-Adil lifted the letter he was writing.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To Emperor Alexios of Byzantium<br/>Greetings upon thee! The Ayyubid Sultanate is honored to become acquainted with your Byzantium. For too long, our people have warred, but alas, the days of Manzikert are over. I extend my hand to you, and in it, the seeds of friendship so that together, we can withstand and overcome our common foes. Unfriendly eyes are upon us in Rome and Konya, where the treacherous Catholics and Seljuks plot their next moves. We know you have had troubles with the Sultanate of Rum, which is why we are organizing an army of Bedouins to conduct harrying raids in Seljuk territory, to relieve you of their onslaught. I also have lowered tariffs on Byzantine goods by 30%, in hopes that trade between our peoples is stimulated. In return, I ask for alliances, both trade and defense. For the common good of our peoples, we must put aside any past differences if we are to defeat the relentless foes that threaten our very ways of life. <br/>May Peace and Fortune be upon Thee,<br/>Sultan al-Malik al-Adil Sayf al-Din Abu-Bakr ibn Ayyub</blockquote><br/><br/>al-Zahtar nodded, approvingly.<br/><br/>""If the Seljuks attack, I want you and your army far enough north to repel them. If not, then focus your might on Jerusalem."" al-Adil ordered.<br/><br/>""Very well. I apologize for prying, but what is that one?"" al-Zahtar pointed a to a second letter al-Adil had written.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To the leaders of the Dominions of the Almohades<br/>Glory of God upon thee! Long has it pained the Ayyubid Sultanate that the empire of the Ummayads has split. And so, I offer you my hand, and in it, the seeds of friendship. We are troubled by the advances made by the spawn of Pelayo the Vile, and their <span style=""font-style: italic"">reconquista</span>. We are even more troubled by the inroads that Rome is making in the world. The Pope is expanding his influence on all sides and only a combined force of God's children can stop him. So, I offer you Mamluk regiments, fighting alongside your own forces against the Catholic horde, as well as adding my forces to a flotilla at Gibraltar, to prevent any Crusading or Reconquesting troops access to the Mediterranean. <br/>God is Great,<br/>Sultan al-Malik al-Adil Sayf al-Din Abu-Bakr ibn Ayyub</blockquote>"
6267,1202-The Reborn World-IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321606&start=25,2014-11-30T13:52:00,Colonna,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Royal Tent, Military Encampment<br/>Kvetná, The Margraviate of Moravia<br/>The Holy Roman Empire</span><br/><br/>TBA"
6268,1202-The Reborn World-IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321606&start=25,2014-11-30T14:29:00,Mesrane,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.warstore.co.uk/ekmps/shops/marlina/images/scotland-lion-8-x-5-flag-2349-p.jpg""/></div><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">The Kingdom of Scotland</span></div><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Brodick Castle, Earldom of Arran, Kingdom of Scotland</span><br/><br/>""Order my lords.<span style=""font-style: italic"">ORDER!""</span>Your king approaches!"" The royal sergeant bellowed at the top of his lungs.<br/><br/>The deafening discussion of so many earls in the Great Hall died down to a murmur before finally drifting off into death. Dozens of heads swung toward King William as he strode down the hall to take the place of honor at the head table alongside Donchadd fitz Ailin, the Earl of Arran, who had sacrificed a considerable sum of money and enormous quantities of food in order to bear the prestige of hosting the meeting. The young Donnchadd looked at his elderly King, awaiting the commencement of the proceedings. William stood very slowly, a parchment grasped tightly in his wrinkled hands. No sound in the hall was made save the steady breathing of the Earls and their king. And then, William's rasping yet confident voice boomed across the hall.<br/><br/>""Ge milis am fìon, tha e searbh ri dhìol.-The wine is sweet, the paying bitter."" William looked hard at his vassals. ""And for too long, far too long gentlemen-England has been drinking wine. Ours. In the form of Northumbria, lost to us for over thirty years. They haven't payed. They still drink wine in divine bliss,<span style=""font-style: italic"">and it tears at me.</span>It is high time that the true sons of Britain-we the Scots, we the Celts-take what is ours.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Make</span>what is ours. The world around us changes. We have allied with France, my son Alexander soon to be betrothed to Phillip's daughter Marie. I have received a letter from the doughty kingdom of Aileach in Ireland. They seek an alliance, and I think that I shall accept. The Welsh have fallen under the suzerainty of the English-so I think that I shall free them. King John and his lackeys have always desired my kingdom,<span style=""font-style: italic"">your</span>lands, and so I think I shall fight them. Some of his Barons have spoken out against him. Perhaps they will see the writing on the wall, and cast off the yolk of their King. I shall support them. France rightfully shall fight for her rightful lands, and in this also, I shall support them. Gentlemen, never before in history has our nation been so blessed in opprutunity. England lies weak, divided, and nearly bankrupt after Richard's crusades. I shall ride to war soon. Will you help me launch Scotland into greatness and ride with me?""<br/><br/>As William finished, the Great Hall erupted into cheers, clapping, ""ayes,"" ""nays,"" and protests all at once in a horrific orgy of support and opposition. William noticed almost immidiately that the northern Earls, centered around Atholl, Argyll, Moray, Angus, and Skye, and Ross along with practically every other Earl of the north were at once almost zealously supportive of the idea of a war against a weak England coordinated with two allies. Notable in the smaller opposition was Carrick, Cunningham and Dunbar, though William noticed with approval that Galloway and Annandale seemed at least marginally supportive of the proposal. Being so far south William couldn't find it in him to blame them for not being as fanatically supportive as those in the North.<span style=""font-style: italic"">No doubt their caution will keep me thethered in the months to come,</span>he reflected.<br/><br/>Donnchadd of Arran gently tapped his shoulder. William turned, and simply beheld a wolf-like grin from the young earl, an expression that looked frighteningly like William himself. The old King patted him on the back. The young man was showing enormous potential as an information gatherer and spymaster.<br/><br/>Standing, William locked eyes with Earl Patrick of Dunbar, the most vocal among the oppisition. ""Now Patrick, listen to me . . . ""<br/><br/><br/><br/>------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Brodick Castle</span><br/>William stood with Alan Fitzwalter atop the gatehouse. September meant the lowlands were still green along with much of the Highlands, but a noticeable cold nip in the wind meant practically everyone threw on an extra layer at night. The two guards there were straight as rails, where once they had been slouching with boredom. ""It's going quite well in there Alan. Carrick is won over, Cunningham stands by his oppisition, but he is beginning to waver. Dunbar is the same stubborn bastard as ever, but we can always proceed without one Earl, and of course there's no reason why he can't be won over in the next couple of days. Meanwhile I need to respond to Ardgar's letter, and hopefully Phillip's response will reach us soon. I want to strike the moment we are ready, but I want to maintain coordination with Phillip and Ardgar where possible. And . . . Goodness, quite a lot on my plate, eh? Earl Donnchadd has already agreed to be my emissary in Ireland and will arrive in Aileach shortly following my letter. I will need to pick another to send to the Welsh, and we'll have to just see if we cannot arrange a chat with John's most rowdy Barons.""<br/><br/>A light drizzle began to pitter-patter against the ground. William looked up. ""Oh my. we may have to move dinner inside after all.""<br/><br/>Alan didn't bother with the sky and instead gazed at the roiling sea that surrounded the Isle of Arran. ""Nay William, just beautiful Scottish weather.""<br/><br/>Both men chuckled as the conversation turned to small talk and the progress of Alan's grandchildren.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Ardgar, By the Grace of God, King of Aileach</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">These are fortuitous times indeed in which we write to one another. We are not so alone as you might think. King Phillip of France has approached me with an offer to ally against England, an offer that I accepted almost immidiately. You may count France as an ally. But your letter speaks to me with a passion that I have not seen among my fellow Celts in many a year. Too long have we yielded to the English. Too long have we pandered to them, appeased them. It is time for the true sons and daughters of Britain, the heirs of the Romans themselves on our beloved isles, to take up the sword and to slay this English beast. I gladly accept your offer of an alliance.</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Within a few days of the arrival of this letter, a single ship will arrive in Aileach from Scotland. On that ship will be Donnchadd fitz Ailin, Earl of Arran. He is young, but shows great promise as a spymaster. He is, functionally if not officially, my emissary and ambassador in Ireland. He will remain fully informed of my armies movements throughout the course of these events and will help your kingdom coordinate appropiately.</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">God bless you and the people of Aileach</span><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Sincerely,</span><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">King William of Scotland</span>"
6269,1202-The Reborn World-IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321606&start=25,2014-11-30T15:08:00,Liecthenbourg,"<div align=""middle""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Papal States</span></span></span><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.eu4wiki.com/images/thumb/7/71/The_Papal_State.png/330px-The_Papal_State.png""/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Rome; The Eternal City</span><br/>""For God So Loved the World"" <br/>- John 3:16</div><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To Consul Vittorio di Pisa<br/><br/>Greetings most honourable Consul. I am well and I hope I can find you in good health under the Lord's Good Will. <br/>It troubles me dearly of these actions upon the isles of Corsica and Sardinia and the well-being and livelihoods of the Christians upon these isles should be the utmost priority. I can reaffirm that in my eyes, these islands are rightfully under the protection of Pisa and I will grant you within this document a letter to the Genoese informing them of this position. <br/><br/>Secondly, I will be much more willing to invite both the leaders of the Byzantine Empire and yourself to Rome as a way to try to broker a fair and equal treaty that will settle these disputes. The Flock may have parted, but the Wolves are always of more of a concern than the fellow Flock Members. Christian should not fight Christian - for we are brothers, despite their obvious heresies, and our enemy manifests itself within the East - a foe that should be dealt with.<br/><br/>His Holiness, Pope Innocent III, Bishop of Rome, Vicar of Jesus Christ, Successor of the Prince of the Apostles, Supreme Pontiff of the Universal Church, Primate of Italy, Archbishop and Metropolitan of the Roman Province, Servant of the servants of God.</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To Philip II Augustus, King of France<br/>Your honesty is a most noble thing, Philip. I admire the aspect of honesty - a long lost trait in this world. I can understand that you feel your lands are rightfully yours and I too believe this is the case as John and I have had many-a disagreement in the past. However, I cannot believe your claims to his heresies without the proper proof. With this in mind however, I shall send an Inquisitor to the English Court to see these claims. <br/><br/>If your claims are to be true, I will give you my blessing.<br/><br/>His Holiness, Pope Innocent III, Bishop of Rome, Vicar of Jesus Christ, Successor of the Prince of the Apostles, Supreme Pontiff of the Universal Church, Primate of Italy, Archbishop and Metropolitan of the Roman Province, Servant of the servants of God.</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">John of Ibelin, Regent of Cyprus and Jerusalem<br/>Noblest Regent, my heart sinks into sadness as I hear your plight. With these factors in mind, I shall send missives to all the Courts in Europe and even those in the East to see if any man within their realms will rally up for the Glory of God, to defend what is left of Christendom in a land filled with Heathens.<br/><br/>His Holiness, Pope Innocent III, Bishop of Rome, Vicar of Jesus Christ, Successor of the Prince of the Apostles, Supreme Pontiff of the Universal Church, Primate of Italy, Archbishop and Metropolitan of the Roman Province, Servant of the servants of God.</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To All The Courts of Europe, Both Catholic and Orthodox.<br/>Greetings my brothers under God. We live in many troubled times, with Islam battering on the doors of Byzantium, Iberia and the Holy Land. With these barbarians threatening to destroy the way we live, we cannot stand by idly as fellow men, women and children of Christ fight and die for the freedom. It is because of this, that I ask of you, to see if any individuals in your realms, soldiers, commoners, nobles, whomever, would seek to aid the undermanned and pinned down Crusader States in the Levant. <br/><br/>In continuation, I understand that my Orthodox Brethren may not be content with a Catholic Kingdom in control of Jerusalem, but I promise you this if we were to take the Holy City at any point in the future with your assistance I can guarantee the safety and security of your Pilgrims and their welcoming to the Holy Land.<br/><br/>His Holiness, Pope Innocent III, Bishop of Rome, Vicar of Jesus Christ, Successor of the Prince of the Apostles, Supreme Pontiff of the Universal Church, Primate of Italy, Archbishop and Metropolitan of the Roman Province, Servant of the servants of God.</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Tsar Ivan II Kayolan Asen, Ruler of Bulgaria <br/>I am highly touched by your offers, Great Tsar of the Bulgars. Long have I wished to bring the Bulgarians back under the true and rightful communion, but alas there are several things I cannot agree to. Namely, the naming of the Head of the Bulgarian Church as a Patriarch cannot be negotiated on any level as it is a term that I will not accept. The bestowing of those relics of a time long by, I assume, could probably be negotiated. <br/><br/>Unfortunately, Papal Affairs and Hands are rather tied and I would be very appreciative of you perhaps sending a delegate to Rome.<br/><br/>His Holiness, Pope Innocent III, Bishop of Rome, Vicar of Jesus Christ, Successor of the Prince of the Apostles, Supreme Pontiff of the Universal Church, Primate of Italy, Archbishop and Metropolitan of the Roman Province, Servant of the servants of God.</blockquote>"
6270,1202-The Reborn World-IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321606&start=25,2014-12-01T00:06:00,Estva,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><div align=""center"">Buda, The Kingdom of Hungary<br/>The Royal Palace</div></span><br/><br/>Emeric couldn't stop coughing. For a long time he had been plagued by an unkown illness, and with how long had suffered from it, it may very well be the death of him.<br/><br/>""Damn it all!"" he shouted, frightening his servants. He didn't want to die, and he really didn't want to thrust his son into power too soon. His son was still a young boy, and Emeric's brother, Andrew, long-time claimant of the throne, would be declared regent until the boy was of age. Whether or not Andrew possessed the character to avoid killing his own nephew for ascension to the throne would have to be seen, but considering his previous actions, it was not unlikely.<br/><br/>An envoy then walked in, as Emeric lamented his position, to detail the position in Serbia.<br/><br/>""My liege, your vassal has done as asked and converted to the Roman Catholic faith, casting away the heretical nonsense spouted by the so-called Patriarch in Constantinople. He claims he used your given troops to purge the Serbian nobles that refused to follow suit, and the mass conversion of Serbia is underway.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Good, good,</span>Emeric thought to himself. While this would no doubt anger the Bulgarians yet further, and strain relations with the Empire to the south, the Pope would no doubt be more than pleased that Serbia will soon be Catholic and under his sway.<br/><br/>""Inform the Pope, he must know of our zeal."" Emeric retorted.<br/><br/>""Yes, my liege."" The lower noble fulfilling the position of envoy said, leaving after the order was given.<br/><br/>Word had reached Emeric that the Bulgarians had been preparing for conflict. While in any other scenario he would assume they may attack him, he knew the Galicians to the east were just as big a threat to them as he was. He couldn't ""prepare"" anyway, what he had available served as garrison in Serbia, and only war would justify calling the troops of the vassals. If the Bulgarians dared invade, he would react. Only their death would come of it, surrounded by three hostile powers.<br/><br/>Emeric wished he could expand, but as long as Bulgaria was a threat he couldn't risk it. The so called ""Holy Roman Empire"" always sought new member-states, carved out of larger nations if needed. The only opportunities lay in the Orthodox rump-state of Zeta, whose annexation would no doubt infuriate the Byzantine emperor. Rebellions by the Serbians would also no doubt follow, as the weakening of the garrison would be required, as well as bringing about an Orthodox zeal as her ""brothers"" are attacked.<br/><br/>Emeric decided that all he could do as wait, with the damnable cough."
6271,1202-The Reborn World-IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321606&start=25,2014-12-01T13:54:00,The Holy Dominion of Inesea,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Byzantium<br/>Byzantine Empire</span><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">To Emperor Alexios Branas Komenos of the One Roman Empire,<br/><br/>Our peoples have not always agreed with each other. While our faiths may not be reconcilable, as it stands we are still both brothers of Christ. The Bulgarians have fought against you, and their outrage against my actions in Serbia lead me to believe they wish nothing but the worst for me and my people. To the east, the infidel fight against not just your empire, but Jesus himself. I ask of you, shall we work together against the Bulgarians, and those whom wish to raze Constantinople?<br/><br/>Sincerely,<br/>King Emeric of Hungary</div></div></div><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To King Emeric of the Kingdom of Hugary<br/><br/>Indeed it is disheartening when good Christian folk fight while the dark tide of Islam marches closer and closer to Europe's Gates. The Bulgarian Empire has committed many wrongs upon our very own Empire, as well as yours, despite our Orthodox likeness. Both of our nations would well be justified in seeking retribution upon the Bulgarian State.However, that war will merely weaken Christendom in the face of the Mohammedan Hordes. These wrongs must be paid for in blood, that is true. But instead of blood spilled in the fury of detested combat between, let it be the blood of damned infidels that wipe away the hates of our generation. I am proposing that instead of fight each other, we fight together against the Mohammedans that so threaten us all. If after Righteous Combat as allies we see not a peaceful alternative, than truly our justifications for war are true. But if after spilling blood as comrades we no longer see the need for war, then let there not be war but peaceful resolution. As the Emperor of Byzantium and Patriarch of the Eastern Orthodox Church, I will be calling for a war against the Seljuks and the associated minor Islamic States. I am aware that the Pope in Rome has also called for a Crusade against the Ayyubids, and in the sake of Religious Solidarity you may desire to fight with them, but in the name Dacian Solidarity I also ask thee to fight alongside our forces.<br/><br/>Emperor Alexios Branas Komenos</blockquote><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">To Emperor Alexios of Byzantium<br/>Greetings upon thee! The Ayyubid Sultanate is honored to become acquainted with your Byzantium. For too long, our people have warred, but alas, the days of Manzikert are over. I extend my hand to you, and in it, the seeds of friendship so that together, we can withstand and overcome our common foes. Unfriendly eyes are upon us in Rome and Konya, where the treacherous Catholics and Seljuks plot their next moves. We know you have had troubles with the Sultanate of Rum, which is why we are organizing an army of Bedouins to conduct harrying raids in Seljuk territory, to relieve you of their onslaught. I also have lowered tariffs on Byzantine goods by 30%, in hopes that trade between our peoples is stimulated. In return, I ask for alliances, both trade and defense. For the common good of our peoples, we must put aside any past differences if we are to defeat the relentless foes that threaten our very ways of life. <br/>May Peace and Fortune be upon Thee,<br/>Sultan al-Malik al-Adil Sayf al-Din Abu-Bakr ibn Ayyub</div></div></div><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To Sultan al-Malik al-Adil Sayf al-Din Abu-Bakr ibn Ayyub<br/><br/>Greetings Indeed. I was shocked to here from you, Lord of the Near East! For many a century our people have fought and fought well. The False Prophet in Rome does indeed stir feelings of malcontent in Europe against Byzantium. I am grateful indeed of your attacks on the hated Seljuks. As Emperor, I accept and match you reduction in Trade Tariffs and pray for a profitable and stable relationship. The Empire soon will move against the Seljuks in Anatolia, but have no fear for as long as I or my sons reign, no invasion of the Caliph by the Empire will occur. Though those damned Catholics might attempt an invasion.<br/> <br/>From Emperor Alexios Branas Komenos</blockquote><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">To All The Courts of Europe, Both Catholic and Orthodox.<br/>Greetings my brothers under God. We live in many troubled times, with Islam battering on the doors of Byzantium, Iberia and the Holy Land. With these barbarians threatening to destroy the way we live, we cannot stand by idly as fellow men, women and children of Christ fight and die for the freedom. It is because of this, that I ask of you, to see if any individuals in your realms, soldiers, commoners, nobles, whomever, would seek to aid the undermanned and pinned down Crusader States in the Levant. <br/><br/>In continuation, I understand that my Orthodox Brethren may not be content with a Catholic Kingdom in control of Jerusalem, but I promise you this if we were to take the Holy City at any point in the future with your assistance I can guarantee the safety and security of your Pilgrims and their welcoming to the Holy Land.<br/><br/>His Holiness, Pope Innocent III, Bishop of Rome, Vicar of Jesus Christ, Successor of the Prince of the Apostles, Supreme Pontiff of the Universal Church, Primate of Italy, Archbishop and Metropolitan of the Roman Province, Servant of the servants of God.</div></div></div><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To Pope Innocent III<br/><br/>May God Bless Thine Life, Pope Innocent III&gt; I write to you as an equal <br/><br/>From Emperor Alexios Branas Komenos</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To the High Sovereigns of Bulgaria, Serbia, Zeta, Bosnia, Hungary, Galicia, Kiev, Pinsk, Celicia, Georgia, Chernigov, and Poland<br/><br/>From Emperor Alexios Branas Komenos</blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Theodosia<br/>Byzantine Empire</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Trebizond<br/>Byzantine Empire</span>"
6272,1202-The Reborn World-IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321606&start=25,2014-12-01T14:07:00,Pavlostani,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cairo<br/>Sultanate of the Ayyubids</span><br/><br/>al-Adil stared out on his balcony, anxiously waiting for the arrival of the Almohad cog that had been spotted in the distance.<br/><br/>""My Sultan, emissary from the Almohades in the room below. He told me to bring you this."" Grand Vizier Ibrahim ibn Fatoukh handed al-Adil a letter.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Dear al-Malik al-Adil Sayf al-Din Abu-Bakr ibn Ayyub<br/>It warms my heart to see fellow Moslem standing by me in this black hour. I have dispatched Abu Sa`id Uthman ibn Jam`i, a fine diplomat in our august caliphate to Cairo in hopes of securing matters of alliance and friendship.<br/>God is Great,<br/>an-Nāṣir li-dīn Allah Muḥammad ibn al-Manṣūr</blockquote><br/><br/>al-Adil gripped the letter tightly.<br/><br/>""Well, take me to him."" He said. The two walked down the stairs, where a handsome man sat serenely.<br/><br/>""Vizier Uthman?"" al-Adil asked. Uthman opened his eyes.<br/><br/>""Greetings, Sultan. I am I am Abu Sa`id Uthman ibn Jam`i."" He said.<br/><br/>""So, about the prospects of an alliance..."" al-Adil started.<br/><br/>""We face conflict on two fronts; the Beni Ghaniya and the Iberians. The Caliph asks first for the pacification of the Beni Ghaniya, and second for assistance in Iberia."" Uthman pointed at the large map hanging in the room.<br/><br/>""And in return?"" al-Adil challenged.<br/><br/>""No Crusader ship will pass through Gibraltar."" Uthman declared.<br/><br/>""Brave words, but can you really ensure that the Crusaders will be stopped at Gibraltar? Could a combined front of fleets from all across Christendom breach your lines?"" al-Adil asked. Uthman nodded.<br/><br/>""It would require a hit on two fronts, most likely. The main Crusader threat from Gibraltar is the English, the rest could strike through the Mediterranean, so I would recommend maintaining naval forces in the Med around Jerusalem. Venice and Byzantium could pose a problem-"" Uthman said when al-Adil raised his hand.<br/><br/>""I've dealt with the Byzantines."" He said.<br/><br/>""Excellent. Venice's navy is still formidable, and Frankish ships could travel from southern Gaul. All of the Italian states are legitimate threats, if they struck our flotilla in the rear, it might break a hole and allow English ships passage."" Uthman said.<br/><br/>""We can supply a contingent of ships to watch your rears and warn you if any Crusaders strike you from the east."" al-Adil said.<br/><br/>""Reasonable. Now, for the matter of Beni Ghaniya...?"" He asked.<br/><br/>""We can mobilize armies in Egypt over the course of the month and attack from the east while you strike in the west with Berber troops."" al-Adil assured the emissary. He glanced at Fatoukh.<br/><br/>""Please, write the terms of this prospective alliance."" He said.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">Points for the Approval of the Almohad Caliph</span></div><br/>As of the Sixth Day of Rajab in the century 598, the Caliphate of the Almohades and Sultanate of the Ayyubids declare themselves to be in a state of alliance. From this day to abrogation of the Treaty of Cairo or eternity, said nations swear to assist the other in times of war and peace, to trade freely and to display their everlasting friendship to the world. Therefore, specific terms shall be laid out.<br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Section 1</span><br/>I. No state shall ever permit Crusader forces to harm the other without assistance.<br/><br/>II. No state shall ever assist Crusader forces to harm the other.<br/><br/>III. No state shall make binding agreements with Crusader forces that are detrimental to the other.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Section 2</span><br/>I. No state shall ever levy a tariff on another by more than 30%.<br/><br/>II. No state shall ever detain merchants of another for reasons other than high crimes or misdemeanors, pestilence, espionage or violations of the Treaty of Cairo.<br/><br/>III. No state shall ever engage in acts of piracy or privateering against the other.<br/><br/>IV. No state shall ever place an embargo on the other.<br/><br/>V. No state shall ever sell the citizens of the other in a state of slavery.<br/><br/>VI. No state shall ever impress the sailors of the other.<br/><br/>VII. No state shall ever engage in any actions of economic aggression listed or unlisted in the Treaty of Cairo with the other.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Section 3</span><br/><br/>I. Fatima of Iberia and al-Kamil of Cairo shall be wedded to strengthen the bond between our peoples.<br/><br/>II. A permanent Almohad and Ayyubid naval presence shall be established at the Strait of Gibraltar.<br/><br/>III. The Ayyubids will enter the war against Beni Ghaniya for a minimum of two years or until capitulation.<br/><br/>IV. Ayyubid soldiers will assist the the opposition of the Iberian Reconquest.<br/><br/>V. Almohad soldiers will assist the opposition of the Crusaders.<br/><br/>VI. A combined privateer force of seagoing Berbers and Egyptians will be established to assist in non-official lethal force in the Mediterranean.<br/><br/>VII. The resulting alliance between Almohad and Ayyubid shall be referred to as the Cairo Pact.<br/><br/>Signed by Vizier Abu Sa`id Uthman ibn Jam`i of the Almohad Caliphate and Sultan al-Malik al-Adil Sayf al-Din Abu-Bakr ibn Ayyub of the Ayyubid Sultanate</blockquote><br/><br/>""Please return this to Caliph an-Nasir for his approval."" al-Adil requested. Uthman nodded respectfully and left."
6273,1202-The Reborn World-IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321606&start=25,2014-12-01T15:07:00,The Seleucids (Ancient),"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 250%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Atabeg of Mosul</span></span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Northern Border</span></span><br/>The tribal army was ready to strike out. After many talks between the tribal leaders they agreed to strike now, they wanted to prove themselves to Arslan Shah if only for their own safety.<br/>The tribes where only going to target the Drtukids and the Moks. This was the most effective way they believed. They would burn the crops pillaged villages and if possible even cites. The tribes wanted to make sure that these two peoples of the north would endure a harsh winter with no food and no safety. Along the border there where five groups with a total of 1,800 men ready to pillage the north. The cavalry would rush to the north and pillage the lands there while the infantry was going to stay in the south for their piece of pillage.<br/>Some rules had been established aswell, not only becouse of their faith, but also to increase the problems during the winter within these two states.<br/>No woman, child or elderly man would be harmed and all men between 16 and 40 that surrendered would lose a hand.<br/>Fields would be burned and other loot would be taken and sold in Mosul. These where the rules for the hunt, if one wouldn't follow them, he would be executed.<br/>And so the tribal forces started their raids in the north.<br/><br/>It was only a matter of hours before the first village got burned down to the ground, men killed, children and woman screeming, it became a familiar sound from that day on. That first day meant the end of some 36 villages, and it turned out to be just a warming up for the tribes. At the end of the week, when they returned to Mosul to trade their goods they had already laid waste to some 500 villages and farms. From that first week they turned from simply tribes to one of the wealthiest communities in Mosul, bringing in more goods every few days, all stolen from the north.<br/>They found out however that these northern states had caught up with them. The tribes decided to pull back all infantry that raided the south. the only raiders left would be cavalry, and the groups in which they rode would be increased to 350, leaving only one group per norther state left.<br/>With this however they managed to keep themselves ahead of these northern armies that tried to hunt them down. For now the raids continued and the Drtukids and the Moks where going to get a heavy winter.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Arab Tribal lands</span></span><br/>Mas'ud II had nearly finished his goal. The safezone had been established successfull and 6 of the 15 remaining tribes had already been slaughtered by his men in the past two weeks. With only 9 tribes to go it became an easy pick for Mas'ud II. The 1,000 men escort had returned and so the hunt began once more. This time however was quiet different. As they marched south a scout reached them,<span style=""font-style: italic"">""My lord, the tribes are gathering for an attack!""</span><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Insha'Allah we will defeat them!""</span>Mas'ud II replied as he got all exited. He was sick and tired of this desert land, now that the tribes gathered it became much more easier to defeat them at once.<br/><br/>For a few days the two armies marched towards eachother, finally meeting just outside of the Arabian Desert. Prayers where held on both sides before the battle, and upon their completion they got themselves ready.<br/>Mas'ud II had his infantry to march on, keeping cavalry on the flanks. His cavalry was far superior and larger then that one of the enemy and so he did not expect much trouble.<br/>Once the actuall fights started it became a chaos, death, pain and blood was seen everywhere. The battle didn't took long. Once the tribal cavalry was defeated and the cavalry of Mosul smashed into the flanks of the tribes they soon started to run.<br/>Mas'ud and the cavalry forces hunted down most the fleeing tribal soldiers, making sure they did not get a chance to regroup into a proper force.<br/>Mas'ud was ready to go home, he left behind 500 men in the area to make sure it stayed safe."
6274,1202-The Reborn World-IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321606&start=25,2014-12-01T17:41:00,Traders Union,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Khan's personal tent, Sarai</span><br/>Danylo looked around his tent. When he first obtained this old tent, it was...bare to say the least. Now it was decorated with the spoils of war. Weapons, artifacts and trinkets. His favorite was a small rock given to him by a crazy shaman in the far east. It was supposed to stop aging, or something. Focusing his attention back to the scrolls on his desk. Picking one up at random, he read it.<br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Honorable Khan, I am very happy to report the Bulgars are smashed. I have sent what remains of their Khan back to you in a sack. Last time I checked he was smiling</div></div></div><br/>Allowing himself a quick laugh, Danylo thought to himself that perhaps the soldiers were getting a bit..bloodthirsty. A problem for another time he thought. The next scroll he read contained a less morbid version of the same thing. The Goths had been crushed. Their one small army was caught and crushed. A few fools fought on, under the illusion that they could free their lands. Danylo got a good laugh out of that. He quickly wrote a letter to the master of trade to establish trade with Anatolia. More money never hurt anyone.<br/>He now fetched a larger parchment and his personal map. Peering over it, he decided on their next target. Their neighbors the Khaganate. After writing what felt like a mountain load of parchments, his plan came together. Minimal forces would be kept in the West while the rest began the trek back East. Otarbai was ordered to move especially quickly to oversee the handling of troop movements and enforce Danylo's orders. The eastern chiefs were ordered to raise their riders. Along with Danylo's personal riders and the returning forces, around eighty thousand men would partake in the invasion. Their orders are to take as much as possible before the winter came. If the war would be over before then, so be it. While he was writing the orders, Danylo thought to himself how much easier it would be if the chiefs did not have such large amounts of men loyal to them. When Danylo finished the orders, he summonsed nearly twenty riders to take his orders to the chiefs.<br/>Once the riders departed, he sat back down and thought for hours. Eventually he came up with a list of military overhauls to<br/>make.<br/>1. Increase the size of his personal riders<br/>2. Somehow take away men from the chiefs<br/>3. Create military divisions of the Cuman lands<br/>4. Create armies for each division<br/>5. Establish mustering fields in major areas of population<br/>6. Create a bureaucracy to oversee this all<br/>7. Research new technologies for the army<br/>8. Promote on merit, not tribal ties<br/>9. Possibly establish regular periods for soldiers to be active<br/>10. Once these reforms are made, test them out on their neighbors<br/>Finishing his list, Danylo folded it up and put it in his personal chest. If the chiefs saw the list it would not be pretty. Turning his mind towards how well the shaman tents were doing, Danylo thought about how religion was managed. Most Cumans were shamanists or animists. Christians and Muslims existed in their land also. Luckily for them, the Cumans were a tolerant people. No one religion was deemed the state religion, allowing for great freedoms religiously for people. Danylo thought to mention this anytime a diplomat arrived or at the next council meeting.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Samarkand, Market district. A few days afterwards</span><br/>Riders thundered by the ancient city. Men were riding Eastward everyday now. Residents heard their horses all day and night. Business for the taverns and rest tents was booming. Oddly enough, foreigners appeared in the market today. They were apparently searching for the governor. Word spread quickly in the town. By sundown, crowds lined the governors house. After the foreigners were seen entering and not leaving for hours, rumors spread of them being assassins or spies that were caught. When they exited, smiling and talking with the governor everyone was confused. These men were wandering Chinese inventors. They had come to Samarkand, knowing its large population and area to experiment in. The governor had allowed them to stay on one condition. They were watched at all times by guards and had to report any inventions or breakthroughs immediately to the governor.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Former Goth lands</span><br/>A small sailing vessel slipped out onto the Black sea. A guard of twenty men escorted a Cuman trader on his mission to Anatolia to establish trade deals. Landfall was expected in a few days, given good weather."
6275,1202-The Reborn World-IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321606&start=25,2014-12-01T19:02:00,Kargintina,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://s15.postimg.org/yrjef3nx7/594px_Coat_of_arms_of_the_Second_Bulgarian_Empir.png""/><br/><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">Second Bulgarian Empire</span><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Второ българско царство</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Tarnovo, Second Bulgarian Empire</span><br/>Tsar Kayolan awoke, barely being to sleep the night before. His army had finally gathered outside the city of Tarnovo, but he was unsure if he wished to truly strike the Hungarians. He finally came up with an idea shortly before he had fallen asleep the night before, he would write to the Cumans to see if he could come to the aid of Bulgaria in the event of war with Hungary and Byzantium.<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/c/cf/Flag_of_Constantine_Tikh_of_Bulgaria_13th_century.png/125px-Flag_of_Constantine_Tikh_of_Bulgaria_13th_century.png""/><br/>To: Khan Danylo Kobiakovych of the great Cuman Khanate<br/>From: Tsar Ivan II Kayolan Asen of the Second Bulgarian Empire<br/>We are truly turbulent of a Hungary's recent claiming of the Kingdom of Serbia, but are weary of war. We only recently brought defeat upon the acursed Byzantines to the south, and know that they would gladly come to the aid of the Hungarians in the event that we go to war with the Hungarians. We know that you would gladly gain control of the Byzantine lands bordering Gothia, which are remote from their wretched Empire. We wish to know if you would come to our aid in a war against these two countries if it where to happen. As you know, my very Tsarita is of Cuman blood, and our nations share a strong relationship that I wish to keep. We are also are glad you brought end to the pretenders along the Volga who dared to use our name.</blockquote><br/><br/>Tsar Kayolan handed the letter to his messenger, who ran off to deliver it to the Khan of the seemingly far off land. He looked over at his Tsarita, still asleep in their bed. He knew the Cumans would not abandon her, and once again laid down on his bed, somewhat releaved that he still had an ally, despite how different their countries where.<br/><br/>Later that day he went out to the field where his Velik Voivoda was waiting for him in a tent. The Tsar looked at a map of the greater Balkan area that the Velik Voivoda had laid out. The pointed towards Thrace, in the event that war broke out, the first area struck would be Thrace, to attempt to possibly open up a window to the Byzantine capital of Constantinople.<br/><br/>Outside soldiers where talking, fake fighting with wooden swords, and firing bows at targets. Some where even gathered with spears practicing a phalanx type movement. Near the edge of the camp, he saw men on horseback, lightly armored and moving fast. He knew the mountains at the southern border well, so perhaps they would prove quite useful.</div>"
6276,1202-The Reborn World-IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321606&start=25,2014-12-01T20:10:00,Estva,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><div align=""center"">Buda, The Kingdom of Hungary<br/>The Royal Palace</div></span><br/><br/>Emeric smiled with his crooked, yellow teeth.<br/><br/>The Byzantines had welcomed his proposal of alliance, and advocated an attack upon the infidel in the east. The Bulgarians, no doubt fearful of facing two hostile power, would never attack Hungary at this stage.<br/><br/>Furthermore, Emeric's brother-in-law in Bohemia had called upon the royal alliance formed by his sister, Constance. Emeric was honor-bound to flock to Bohemia's banner, and considering Moravia was right on the Hungarian border, he could take direct action.<br/><br/>Calling for yet more ink and parchment, he began to make his response.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To my beloved brother-in-law and fellow Catholic, Ottokar, King of Bohemia,<br/><br/>Of course I shall honor our alliance! Our bond is a strong one, that of the Hungarians and Bohemians. It is in our mutual interest to see Moravia, your rightful territory, returned to your just and zealous rule. I shall call upon a force of men near the Moravian border to be ready in the name of the King, and the moment you declare war, I can justify calling upon my vassals to defeat the Moravian foes. <br/><br/>I wish you well on the battlefied, as well as the throne, brother.<br/><br/>Sincerely,<br/>Emeric, King of Hungary and servant of our lord Jesus Christ.</blockquote><br/><br/>After the letter was given to the scribes for translation into the language of the Bohemians, he then gave the order for the royal garrisons in the north to prepare for war and being marching to the Moravian border. Moravia would doubtlessly be suspicious, but what could they do about it? They would face a two-pronged invasion force, and as the Bohemian king had rightful claim to the lands, there would be no foreign intervention.<br/><br/>Emeric, having yet another coughing fit, wheezily asked for the letter from the Byzantine emperor to be brought forward to hims for a second read. The Pope had already asked all faithful Catholics to fight the infidel in the East and protect the Christian crusader states - a de facto crusade. This lined up very nicely with the Byzantine Emperor's request, as the Seljuks were one of many threats to the Crusader. Emeric gave the order to begin preparing a navy and hiring sailors for a fleet, a lengthy process, so that it would be prepared as soon as the Bohemian matter was settled.<br/><br/>Emeric then made sure to send a reply to the Emperor.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To Emperor Alexios Branas Komenos, One True Emperor of the Roman Empire,<br/><br/>I gladly accept your proposition! Indeed, the brothers of Christ must unite no matter their differences against those who would dare oppose the lord's will. I have already issued proclamations to prepare a fleet to transport crusading forces to the East, to join up with fellow Catholics in the Holy Land to fight in the name of Christ. This will unfortunately take some time, but rest assured that the Christian brotherhood we share shall remain triumphant against the infidel.<br/><br/>Sincerly,<br/>Emeric, King of Hungary and servant of our lord Jesus Christ.</blockquote>"
6277,1202-The Reborn World-IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321606&start=25,2014-12-02T01:57:00,Alleniana,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To His Holiness, the Pope, Vicar of Christ, Bishop of Rome, Head of the Most Catholic Church on Earth, et cetera, <br/><br/>We can but thank you most greatly for all your wisdom and guidance, and are glad to be able to express our joy at your decision. Truly, your judgement has done much good for us, and with a great influx of earthly wealth to be expected from the prosperity eventuating in Pisa, we hope to be able to not only to finish the construction of our cathedral bell-tower, perhaps even to repair its current tilt, to further build our baptistery, and of course, to donate a great deal to the Church as well. In fact, we would even be honoured to invite you to open several new churches on the islands once they are secured, as a great deal more wealth will be dedicated to the church once it is steered away from the conflict that has dominated for so long. The Corsica et Sardinia Bull is much appreciated, and we will endeavour to put it into effect as soon as possible. <br/><br/>Furthermore, with regards to the Byzantines, we can only praise your wisdom in offering to host negotiations. Though we are doubtful of whether they shall be sensible enough to make an decent agreement, the idea in itself is excellent and we do not doubt that Papal wisdom will prevail at them. We will stall our fleet, but we shall keep it ready, for should negotiations break down, the very way of life of Pisa is threatened by their lengthening embargo upon our rights. We already stand to take huge losses, but indeed, we shall not fight until it is unavoidable. <br/><br/>On the whole, we have only gratefulness for you, holy father, and look forward to a reply; a time as soon as possible to be booked for talks would be preferable, and we await that detail along with any response you might see fit to give. Thanks, once again, and perhaps our next words shall be in person in Rome. <br/><br/>Consul Vittorio di Pisa</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To King Philip II Augustus of France, <br/><br/>Your offer has intrigued us greatly, and indeed, we would be most willing to make a loan to the Kingdom of France for mercenaries. 30,000 livres tournais is a sum well within our capacity to lend, and certainly, we would be willing to do so for such a noble purpose as retaking one's rightful lands. One problem that exists however is the lack of collateral; while we would like to, as a friend to all Christians, it is impossible to loan any sizeable amount of money without some kind of collateral agreed upon before the loan is made. Land, which is possibly the easiest commodity to use as collateral, is not a viable option here due to our distance. In order that you might organise collateral material more efficiently and easily, and make faster agreement, we plan to send several of our representatives via horse through the Swiss lands, who will have the authority to sign required agreements and documents. <br/><br/>Furthermore, we would also hope to acquire a slight commission; though, of course, usury is not to be tolerated, the trouble of us lending money to such a distant nation as France would merit some small beneficial sum. We would suggest 2,500 livres to be paid back in addition to the 30,000 within six years, if this is a suitable amount to you. Similar to the discounts of some northern merchants you may be familiar with, it would be a much appreciated boon to the entire operation. <br/><br/>We will discuss and clear up all of this via the representatives we have dispatched, who should be able to better explain and define the commission, length of loan, method of payment, collateral, and more. We look forward to doing business with you, and inform you that our representatives should arrive in around a month. We hope that they will be satisfactorily knowledgeable and able, and thus conclude with a wish for good health to you. <br/><br/>Consul Vittorio di Pisa</blockquote>"
6278,1202-The Reborn World-IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321606&start=25,2014-12-02T03:11:00,Finland SSR,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/7/76/Vilnius_district_COA.gif""/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Duchy of Lithuania</span></div><br/><br/>Major events have happened in the four months that have passed since the meeting of the Dukes in Kernavė. Žvelgutis left our world for the lands of Velinas. Lithuania was without a leader. There were two major factions, or major players in the nation - Daumantas, ruler of most of the West, and Ryngold, who held most of the core lands of Lithuania, and also the richest and the most populous ones. They both were rivals for domination in the nation, and both wanted to rule to get rid of their opponent. The minor dukes did not want to anger one of them, so they went for a third candidate - Daugirutis, a medium duke near Kernavė.<br/><br/>Daugirutis did not get to rule Lithuania for long. After an unsuccessful attempt at a raid in Polotsk, he caught an arrow to the neck and died. Ryngold took advantage of the situation. While Daumantas was busy fighting a small rebellion in his newly conquered lands, Ryngold quickly gathered the dukes, and through bribes, pleasing and threats, was elected the new Duke of Lithuania.<br/><br/>This had major repercussions. A few weeks later, Daumantas returned, and he immediately sent an objection, claiming that the elections were rigged and that it was invalid because he did not participate. Ryngold rejected the claims and threatened to use military force if Daumantas continues his campaigning against his rule. Instead of giving up, Daumantas, along with his supporters the Ruškaičiai family, declared a rebellion against Ryngold's rule, claiming himself as the true Duke of Lithuania. The loyalists and the rebels both raised all of their their armies, and were ready to fight a long and hard war for the Duke's Cap.<br/><br/>This looked like the beginning of a long and bloody struggle."
6279,1202-The Reborn World-IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321606&start=25,2014-12-02T12:47:00,Aileach,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.nationstates.net/images/flags/uploads/aileach__864552.jpg""/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 130%; line-height: 116%;"">The Kingdom of Aileach</span></span><br/><span style=""font-size: 90%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-style: italic"">An Ríocht na Aileach</span></span></div><br/><br/><br/><div style=""margin-left:75px; margin-right:75px; margin-bottom:5px; margin-top:5px"">The young chief of the Conaing clan climbed the steps of the wall two at a time on account of his long legs. The footholds were narrow, and rather than hidden and spiraled within the wall itself they were open to the elements on the inner perimeter. Atop the walls of the fort one could see for miles and miles. To <span style=""font-style: italic"">Lough Súilí</span> and the shores beyond to the west, the valley of the <span style=""font-style: italic"">Fheabhail</span> to the east and every green rolling hill in between. At well over two hundred feet in the air, the wind blew hard and cold. Chonchobhar could only be thankful that the grey skies above had not opened for the rains yet.<br/><br/>Adgar was waiting for him at the top with his <span style=""font-style: italic"">Tanaiste</span> Fiacra MacDochartaigh stood beside him, their shoulders just inches from touching. They had their <span style=""font-style: italic"">brataí</span> well wrapped around them, though the excess fabric still ruffled and tugged in the wind. They were easily distinguishable, even with their backs turned. The King stood a solid half-foot above his successor, and wore his thick black mane in a single braid that fell between his shoulder blades. Fiacra's on the other hand was kept a length shorter, fair, unbound and blowing. He seemed to sense the Chieftain's arrival, and turned to greet him. <br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Ah, Chief Conaing.""</span> He had just about gotten the words muttered out before the King turned to speak in his own authoritative voice. Despite the blowing of the wind in their ears there was no strain to hear his words.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Chonchobhar, good to see you, my friend.""</span> Ardgar turned his attention back to the sights beyond. He motioned with a hand for the young Chieftain to stand at his side. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""Tell me, this raiding ban against Connacht and Munster, what is your thoughts on the matter? I know some of the other Chiefs have been vocal against it.""""</span><br/><br/>Chonchobhar hesitated. Was this a trap? Did he want him to say that it was an 'oh so wise decision'? No, the King was not a man who would have honeyed words poured into his ears. He didn't want lies. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""Without the raids, some of the clann coffers will be low. Though I am sure there are good reasons behind such a move, mo Rí.""</span><br/><br/>The King smiled, barely, but the hint was there. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""Quite true, dear Chonchobhar. I wish to make friends of them.""</span></div><br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><div style=""margin-left:75px; margin-right:75px; margin-bottom:5px; margin-top:5px"">Since Fiacra had been selected as Tanaiste, securing his future position as King, Clann Dochartaigh had to select a new Chief for itself. In doing this, all the septs and branches of the Clann were to meet. A gathering of minor Chieftains and esteemed members, each one vying for the others' vote. In the eyes of the Irish it was the best system of rule to grace the earth. What good is a man's blood if his wits are lacking? What does it matter what cock you flew out of if your sword arm is thin as a chick's leg? No. The only way to ensure the best man got the job, was to select the best man for the job. <br/><br/>That was how Rónán secured his position as Chief, seventeen years ago, not long after King Ardgar was crowned inside the walls of '<span style=""font-style: italic"">An Grianan</span>'. Seventeen years was a long time, and the new Dochartaigh Chief was now the old Dochartaigh Chief, for he was a man near fifty-eight. At forty he could have danced around any man half his age, and cut down any man twice his size. Long times of peace brought a softness to his belly, rust to his joints and comfort to his liking.<br/><br/>Comfort was the last thing he would know while waiting for this damn ship to arrive. The rain pelted sideways across the docks, bringing ocean spray and salt air to batter at the face. The rider had come almost two hours ago from the headland, rushing south at the appearance of a single Scottish ship. Rónán had been foretold of the arrival, and was commanded by the King himself to see that the guest was treated well. A simple task made even simpler for an Irishman, for hospitality was a trait of the country.<br/><br/>At long last the ship appeared from the dense rains. As she was pulled to the quay and tied down, Rónán led out his modest greeting party of guardsmen, servants and retainers to meet the Scottish <span style=""font-style: italic"">Earl of Arran.</span></div>"
6280,1202-The Reborn World-IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321606&start=25,2014-12-02T14:54:00,Traders Union,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Khaganate border town</span></span><br/>Otarbai decided he hated this way off fighting. All waiting and no fighting. A few hours earlier his men descended on the Khaganate. After raiding and pillage the small villages near this town, his men formed a ring around the city. They then built a low set of walls with watchtowers. A contraption called a catapult was being built by his men. They would then use this to break down the towns wall and then swarm in.<br/>It had been around three or four hours now and the catapult was finished. The device was wheeled up and began firing. The walls should fall in an hour or two, is what the men who made the device were claiming.<br/>The bulk of the Cuman forces were waiting just beyond the town. The plan was to have smaller parties find the Khaganate forces and trick them into following them back to the town. Seeing only the force besieging the town, the Khaganate forces should attack what they see as a numerically smaller force. They would then be taken by surprise when the massive Cuman army descended on them. At least that was the plan.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Sarai</span><br/>Reforms were underway. Already the Cuman lands were being divided into divisions. Currently there is only three large divisions. One for the West, one for the East and one for the rest. Reforms in the army is also underway. Banner armies of soldiers in service for rounds of three years are being created. Eventually there will be a grand total of eight banners. They would be the following:<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">In the West</span><br/><ul>1. Yellow Banner, headquartered in Crimea 2. Silver Banner, headquartered in the former Bulgarian lands 3. Blue Banner, headquartered in Ukraine. </ul><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Central Cuman lands</span><br/><ul>1. Khan's Banner, headquartered in Sarai 2. Red Banner, headquartered on the Caucuses border</ul>No plans exist currently for the eastern banners.<br/><br/>A message for the Byzantine king has also been drafted. It has been sent by a vessel to Constantinople<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Khan Danylo, Khan of the Cuman Khanate<br/> Greetings my neighbors. I have long respected the way your kingdom is run. Your empire is a example of strength for others to follow. It has always been my intentions to establish trade between our peoples. Geographic constraints has made an attempts difficult. We no longer face these constraints. With my recent conquests in Crimea, we now share both a sea route over the Black Sea and holding on Crimea. Now is the best time possible to have trade exist between our people. I propose we establish regular patterns of trade between us, starting as soon as possible. Each of us has resources that the others desire. I plan to reform my forces but lack some resources, such as metals, necessary for this. We have resources from the East and furs that we are willing to part with. Perhaps we can exchange these things? I have an ambassador heading to Constantinople by boat to write the official document recognizing our trade.<br/><br/>With the highest esteem for your grand empire,<br/>Khan Danylo I of the Cuman Khanate</blockquote><br/><br/>In Samarkand, a breakthrough in metallurgy has occurred. Lighter and more durable metal is now available for the Khanate."
6281,1202-The Reborn World-IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321606&start=25,2014-12-02T16:19:00,Fralinia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Central Lübeck, Baltic Coast, Early August, 1202</span></span><br/><br/>A bolt struck the wall near a band of running soldiers, but they charged ahead anyway, soon skewering the poor crossbowman that had fired it and then fell back to the main force. Behind them, the troops of Christopher, Duke of Jutland, came marching up the streets, shields up and spears at the ready. They were mere yards from capturing the last of the city, but the defenders refused to give them an inch for free, heroically offering brutal and suicidal resistance, with arrows awaiting the Danes around every corner and bands of skirmishers wedging themselves between the Danish formations, wreaking havoc before being subdued. Plenty had surrendered, with the camps outside the city holding some dozens of prisoners, but for the most part, Lübeck simply seemed determined not to fall.<br/><br/><br/>It hadn't been easy to get so far as the Danes did. After leaving Danish shores, Valdemar had landed south of the city and then, in one fell swoop, enveloped the coastal town, raided the few surrounding fiefs for supplies, and threatened the local nobles with death or compliance. Naturally, the city had settled in for a siege, but Valdemar knew that he had neither the resources nor the time for an extended capmaign. Instead, he had made for the weakest section of the city's walls, that directly opposite the main gate, and undermined them, eventually caving in a hole some yards wide. Heavy resistance had met the invaders, but they chose to remain outside the walls, only entering under cover of darkness when the soldiers inside were tired, hungry, and had trouble seeing them. Through the night, small parties of warriors had crept in and torn the enemy lines to shreds, eventually leaving the gap open to actual attack.<br/><br/>That had been a few hours ago. Now, the city was largely intact, and was nearly in the King's possession. If only they would surrender...<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Five hours later, Guild Hall of Lübeck</span><br/><br/>Valdemar sat in front of a small panel of nobles, guildmasters, and wealthy merchants. The city had fallen, and his lords had rounded up the local aristocracy for a brief meeting with the King. He was now setting in place his plan for the future of the city.<br/><br/>""Sirs, I have no intent of shutting down you trade."" he began. ""I do not wish to cease your operations, close your harbor, terrorize you shipping, or even to replace you with nobles of my own. All I request of you is that, in simple terms, you pay my taxes. Quite easy. You will still have the ability to select your own leaders and enforce your own laws, regulate your own commerce, and you will receive the benefits of defense from my soldiers and army. In other words, you will be placed under suzerainty of the throne.""<br/><br/>Some disagreement was to be had over this, and there was debate and demands for release, but for the most part, the nobles seemed happy to retain their power. It would work, Valdemar's strategy. Once he had the noble's compliance, then he could tighten the reins on their duties.<br/><br/>Afterwords, he met with his advisors and war council at his camp outside the city walls. Almost 700 Danes lay dead, and some hundreds wounded were being treated in the streets or in the camps. It would be a day or so before the army was on it's feet, but the King felt confident that he could leave for Wismar. Rostock, however, seemed distant: the harvest was nearly on at home and it would be time for his troops to return and reap the fruits of the earth. But Wismar... Wismar would fall like the petty town that it was."
6282,1202-The Reborn World-IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321606&start=50,2014-12-03T11:16:00,Of the Quendi,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;"">The Papal States</span><br/>In the Eternal City of Rome<br/>Under the Sovereignty of the Pope</span></span><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/e/e8/Armoiries_Manfred_de_Sicile.svg/218px-Armoiries_Manfred_de_Sicile.svg.png""/><br/><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cardinal Cencio Savelli, Camerlengo of the Sacred College of Cardinals</span><br/><br/>August, 1202 Anno Domini</span></span></div><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">T</span></span>hough Rome had changed little in the years since Cencio last saw the eternal city he found that for him it was somehow different from the city he was born and raised in. Though the contrast between the ruins of magnificent buildings of old and the crowded and narrow streets of the city of the present was as stark as ever, and though his basilica of Santi Giovanni e Paolo and its frescos was as awe-inspiring as when he last saw them something had changed. Not with the city, whose coarse and crude dialect Cencio remembered from the street urchins he had played with against his father's wishes, but with Cencio himself. As he strolled the city he had called home the Camerlengo of the Sacred College of Cardinals realized that perhaps it was it no more.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">T</span></span>he place of his birth, the place he had grown up, piously studied the lessons of Christ the Savior and the Saints and eventually become ordained a priest only to rise rapidly, to his family but not his own satisfaction, through the ecclesiastic hierarchy, was rapidly being replaced by unusual and, for the celibate preacher who had given up on the blessings of fatherhood and family to devote himself wholly to the service of the Lord, unwanted feelings.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">T</span></span>he cardinal closed his eyes and quietly said the hail Mary, seeing before his eyes an eight year old boy so full of life and laughter, will and wit, charity and courage, remembering small arms wrapped around his legs and the feeling of another human being depending upon him. The cardinal trembled. Even as his lips formed the words of the hail Mary he blasphemed for a doubt he had not previously known had entered his heart; the doubt that perhaps he loved another above God himself.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Christ my Savior, forgive me, forgive me, I do not mean to blaspheme. I am yours, I wish only to be yours oh Lord.""</span>The cardinal prayed.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Y</span></span>et the thought of the eight year old king of Sicily and the peril he was in could not be dispelled Cencio found. In this there was no fault, for was Cencio not, by the Pope himself, appointed a tutor for the little king? Was it not then diligent and virtuous that he had come to Rome to plead for the Pope to protect his royal ward? But as much as he tried telling himself otherwise it was not duty or christian charity that drove Cencio to come to Rome and seek Innocent III's aid against the enemies of the little king. It was love. It was love, and Cencio could not find it in his heart to refuse his feelings for his prodigal student even if those feelings challenged his love for Christ himself.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">W</span></span>ith the image of an eight year old supplanting that of the Savior Cencio, shuddering, entered the Lateran Palace where Innocent III resided to meet with the Pope and petition him to aid his ward. He was beset by doubts and fears, not for his immortal soul though he knew it to be in jeopardy, but for the fate of a defenseless king surrounded by wicked and ambitious magnates."
6283,1202-The Reborn World-IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321606&start=50,2014-12-03T15:36:00,Traders Union,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Khaganate border town</span></span><br/>The final salvo has been fired. Nearly all of the walls have been smashed down by the artillery. Two distinct notes ringed across the battlefield. The assault on Aktau has begun. Thousands of Cuman men poured into Aktau. Riders flanks around alleys, dashing for the center of town. Archers climbed onto the walls to pour fire down on the defenders.<br/>Fearing the overwhelming odds, some defenders had attempted to flee the city through a back gate. Instead of escape, the men found the spear points of hidden horsemen. The few survivors fled back into the city.<br/>The defenders desperately attempted to hold back the Cuman floods. Crude ramparts were hastilly built, only to be destroyed when the defender was killed by a Cuman attacker. For about half an hour the defenders were pushed back into the center of town. At this point the defenders were able to form a shield wall, successful halting the Cuman flood. For a few minutes the Cuman forces waited to catch their breath. A brief surge of hope rushed into the defenders. They had a chance. In reality, the did not. At the blast of the horns, archers notched and drew a fresh batch of arrows. They storm of arrows dropped defenders left and right. At this exact moment, with the shield wall broken, Cuman footman charged and began cutting down the defenders. The final blow came from the horsemen executing a massive rear charge. In a few minutes all defenders lay dead for Cuman losses of only one hundred thirty seven.<br/>Otarbai rode into town a few minutes later. Aktau is in shambles, with nearly every building on fire or destroyed. Otarbai gave a short speech and then rode off into the distance, re-joining another Cuman army group. His final orders were to burn Aktau to the ground and killing every resident. Nothing should be left alive in the ruins. Afterwards the men would form up and pillage the Khaganate lands.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Sarai</span><br/>Much activity is occurring at the capital. New recruits are being organized into divisions. Maneuvers are being practiced and chief retinues are being slowly placed into the new armies loyal to Danylo. Reports of new inventions are flooding in from Samarkand. New weaponry like swords, bows and spears are being created. New metallurgy techniques are being tested, with the hope of creating more armored yet still mobile horse archers. A large group of shamans from the East have arrived and attracted a large amount of residents and riders for their rituals and feasts. War plans are being drawn. Only Danylo and his most senior chiefs and a few attendants know of them.<br/>A letter has been dispatched by riders to the Bulgarian court<br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Khan Danylo of the Cuman Khanate<br/> Greetings brother. It is time we make a formal alliance between our two nations. A formal alliance will offer both of us great protection. It is obvious that many of your neighbors are hostile and will leap at any chance to invade and take your lands. With my Khanate""s protection perhaps they will second guess any foolish invasions. I hope we can meet in person sometime. Sadly the wars I am involved in make this difficult at the moment.<br/>Your friend,<br/>Khan Danylo</div></div></div>"
6284,1202-The Reborn World-IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321606&start=50,2014-12-04T05:00:00,Finland SSR,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/7/76/Vilnius_district_COA.gif""/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Duchy of Lithuania</span></div><br/><br/>At first, it looked like the realm was doomed. Both sides, the pretender Daumantas and the duke Ryngold, mobilized their forces. The Lithuanian forces gathered in Voruta, the capital of the Duchy of Lietava, and Daumantas's mostly Samogitian forces gathered in Dubysa. The two forces were both similar in size, around 9-10 thousands each, as mentioned in the later Livonian chronicles. The both forces met at Upytė, a small town in the central parts of Lithuania. The battle began.<br/><br/>It looked like this will be a long bloodshed. However, in the heat of the battle, Daumantas, leading his soldiers at the front, caught an arrow in the neck and fell of the horse. He died instantly. Taking advantage of the ensuing chaos and panic in the enemy ranks, the Lithuanian forces delivered a sudden charge at the center of the army, completely destroying the front line and shattering the whatever spirit the enemies had. After losing their leader, the rebels quickly surrendered. Treniota, son of Daumantas, got to rule his father's lands before he was stripped of his titles and banished with 50 of his followers to the North. The Ruškaičiai family, followers of Daumantas, also fled with him.<br/><br/>There was no other duke in the realm left to challenge Ryngold's power. He took advantage of this and started some necessary reforms. The title of Duke was now made hereditary instead of elected, to avoid any possible coalitions of lower dukes seizing power and weakening the country. A feudal system was installed in the nation, following the Western nations, still centered around giving more power to the Duke."
6285,1202-The Reborn World-IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321606&start=50,2014-12-04T13:59:00,Pavlostani,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Damascus<br/>Sultanate of the Ayyubids</span><br/><br/>""My name is Ibrahim al-Zahtar of Cairo, and never in my years of war, have I seen a more pathetic lot."" al-Zahtar strolled down a line of recruits.<br/><br/>""You there! Name and purpose."" He pointed to one.<br/><br/>""I am Mehmed ibn Sta'afi of Aleppo and I come to fight Crusaders."" The soldier announced.<br/><br/>""Is that so? Boy, you'll be dead before you even draw your bowstring to kill one."" al-Zahtar spat. He pointed to another soldier.<br/><br/>""You."" He demanded.<br/><br/>""I am Abdul al-Qahtani of the Sinai and I come for a illustrious career in the army."" The man said.<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Illustrious career in the army?</span>Oh, you think this will be enjoyable. You'll be begging to leave after one march through the desert."" al-Zahtar growled.<br/><br/>""And you, what brings you here?"" He pointed to a third soldier.<br/><br/>""I am Mohammad al-Kahled of Damascus and I offer my body and service to the Sultan and God."" The soldier said respectfully.<br/><br/>""You offer your body and service? Good."" al-Zahtar's voice took a dangerous tone.<br/><br/>""But when you're done here, neither God nor the Sultan will want your body."" He turned away.<br/><br/>""All of you are nothing more than fodder for Crusaders, so it is up to me to make you more than that. Wake up an hour before sun breaks the horizon tomorrow for your first drills."" He said ominously and left.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">General's Pavilion</span><br/><br/>""Any good ones?"" Adjunt Haqqani asked al-Zahtar.<br/><br/>""They'll turn out alright. I'm glad I got the volunteers. Pity the poor soul that gets the conscripts."" al-Zahtar laughed over a glass of water.<br/><br/>""What's our first move?"" Haqqani asked.<br/><br/>""That's not for me to tell you."" al-Zahtar asked him.<br/><br/>""I meant no disrespect-"" Haqqani hastily said.<br/><br/>""And you have given none."" al-Zahtar said. Haqqani detected a hint of bitterness in his voice.<br/><br/>""Sir!"" A messenger boy poked his head in al-Zahtar's pavilion.<br/><br/>""What is it, boy?"" al-Zahtar asked.<br/><br/>""The first Bedouins have arrived."" The boy said excitedly.<br/><br/>""Good. Tell them to stay in the southern part of the encampment."" al-Zahtar said.<br/><br/>""Yes sir!"" The boy bobbed his head and ran off."
6286,1202-The Reborn World-IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321606&start=50,2014-12-04T14:38:00,Traders Union,"<span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Windswept plains of Central Asia</span></span><br/>Otarbai gazed across the plain from his vantage point on a small hill. His personal riders and the trumpeters stood behind him. Across the plain, the Khaganate forces stood in a blob and was significantly smaller than the Cuman force.<br/>The Cuman host stood in a large crescent like formation, with the center containing the foot soldiers. A row of spearmen are in the front row. Behind them stand the foot archers.<br/>The final row contained the poorer foot nobles, either wielding bows, spears, maces, or axes.<br/>The flanks of the Cuman host contained light horse archers in the front, ready to sprint ahead of the army and lure the Khaganate forces back to the waiting spear points of the lancers.<br/>Lancers occupy the middle of the two wings, ready to unleash a devastating charge on the enemy.<br/>Light lancers are in front of the heavier, armored versions.<br/>In the very back of each wing stand the mounted nobles. These men are the heaviest horsemen for the Cumans, armed with full body armor, shields, and maces. Some men carry javelins, used to bring down the enemies horse before the charge.<br/><br/>Otarbai smiled to himself. Only him and his riders can see the hidden elements of the Cuman army. Unbeknownst to most soldiers on the battlefield, two hidden groups of Cuman horsemen stand a hundred feet to the side of the Cuman wings. These men are wearing a new lighter but still maximum protection armor made in Samarkand. They are also using better metal for their maces and spears.<br/>""Sound the horn, time to finish of this foolish Khan,"" Otarbai ordered<br/>Two clear notes rang out across the plain. With shouts and insults towards their enemies, the light horse archers galloped towards the enemy.<br/>When in range, the horsemen engaged shooting circles and rained arrows on the enemy, specifically enemy horsemen and the Khans guard.<br/>Clearly enraged by the arrows pelting him, the enemy Khan ordered all of his riders and foot soldiers to attack the horse archers.<br/><br/>Seeing the enemy charge, the horse archers continued firing behind them while galloping away.<br/>To the charging enemies, only the lines of Cuman footmen are visible. Yelling curses of their own, they bear down on the line of spearmen.<br/>The initial impact saw many Cuman footman trampled, but then the line was reformed and enemy horsemen stuck in melee.<br/><br/>Two new notes signaled the Cuman wings to crash down on the Khaganate horsemen stuck on the spears.<br/>Realizing too late, some Khaganate horsemen attempted to retreat. Spears being buried in them or their horses stopped this.<br/>A general slaughter now commenced of the Khaganate horsemen. They fought valiantly but numbers overwhelmed them.<br/><br/>While the Khaganate lancers and melee horsemen were being cut down, the newly equipped Cuman horsemen went straight for the enemy Khan and horse archers. Arrows fired at them had little to no effect, either being stopped by armor or shields. The enemy Khan desperately tried to escape, but his attempt came to late.<br/>The vision he saw as a Cuman horsemen at his side, mace raised and insults spewing.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Samarkand</span><br/>New formations and tactics are being tested."
6287,1202-The Reborn World-IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321606&start=50,2014-12-05T06:09:00,Finland SSR,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/7/76/Vilnius_district_COA.gif""/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Duchy of Lithuania</span></div><br/><br/>Ryngold's rule started out with many necessary reforms in the structure of the nation, as said in the post before. The territories taken from the rebellions were incorporated into the personal demesne. Ryngold instituted a city tax for all citizens living in cities. In exchange for freedom of trade and artisanry, the cities had to give sizable monetary support to the state. The Duke sent out many letters to artisans and traders of Western Europe, offering them to arrive to Lithuania and be granted many rights.<br/><br/>It was pretty obvious to any person with knowledge of politics that Lithuania was not in a safe position. With large Russian princedoms to the west and south and a reforming Poland to the southwest, along with large Norse nations and the Order of the Sword in the north and west, the pagans of the Baltic were surrounded by foes, especially Christians. The smaller Baltic dukes around Lithuania were constantly bickering and raiding their neighbours. In an invasion, they would not be united, and it would be devastating. Ryngold knew that. The Balts needed a leader to unite them under his wing.<br/><br/>The small Yatvingian and Scalovian dukes in the southwest all received an ultimatum from Ryngold - either swear fealty to the Duke of Lithuania and join his wing, while at the same time keeping a fair amount of autonomy, or feel Ryngold's wrath. Most of the dukes closer to the border thought smart and gave in to the demands, but some were either reckless or underestimated the Lithuanian war machine. 9,000 soldiers, gathered from Ryngold's demesne, were sent to beat some sense into them.<br/><br/>Neverthless to say, it didn't take long."
6288,1202-The Reborn World-IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321606&start=50,2014-12-05T17:39:00,Mesrane,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.warstore.co.uk/ekmps/shops/marlina/images/scotland-lion-8-x-5-flag-2349-p.jpg""/></div><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">The Kingdom of Scotland</span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Sterling</span><br/>William looked over the localized map of the southern border earldoms. Alan Fitzwalter, his steward, stood in attendance, as always. William cleared his throat. ""There's an old hill fort in the south of Annandale. The buildings are all gone and the walls in poor repair, but the ditch around the hill can easily be refurbished with stakes and pitch. Commission some laborers at once to see to it that this fort is restored, especially the walls. I've already obtained permission from Fergus of Annandale to begin construction there.""<br/><br/>Alan inclined his head in understanding. ""At once, my lord. I shall remove the necessary funds from the treasury at once.""<br/><br/>William nodded. ""Good. In the meantime Alan, the time has come. Begin a full mobilization and order the Earls to call up their levies. I understand some of the southern Earls are partially raised, but it'll need to continue throughout Scotland.""<br/><br/>Alan paused on his way out the door. His usually noncommittal and unassuming expression flared into a grin. ""Indeed my lord, the time has come.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Aileach</span><br/><br/>Donnchad fitz Ailin strode out of his cabin and into a cold January day. A trio of men-at-arms had already assembled themselves at the gangplank, waiting patiently for the Earl of Arran to arrive. The young Earl ensured King William's letter was tucked neatly into his belt, before strolling down the gangplank, shortly followed by the men-at-arms. Donnchad eyed a tall man who seemed in a position of authority, with all the retainers and servants centered around<span style=""font-style: italic"">him.</span>The Earl approached, and bowed. ""Donnchad fitz Ailin, Earl of Arran, and representative of William King of Scotland, at your service."""
6289,1202-The Reborn World-IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321606&start=50,2014-12-08T11:34:00,Of the Quendi,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;"">The Kingdom of France</span><br/>In the castle of Mirebeau<br/>In the Duchy of Aquitaine</span></span><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/d/d6/Arms_of_Eleanor_of_Aquitaine.svg/206px-Arms_of_Eleanor_of_Aquitaine.svg.png""/><br/><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Eleanor of Aquitaine, Duchess of Aquitaine and Dowager Queen of England</span><br/><br/>August, 1202 Anno Domini</span></span></div><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">T</span></span>he wife and mother of five kings and two queens, the Dowager Duchess of the Normans, Dowager Countess of the Angevins and Dowager Queen of the English and the Duchess of the Aquitanians, the famed Eleanor of Aquitaine, greatest magnate of the female sex Europe had ever seen was dying and she knew it.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">A</span></span>s her eightieth year had begun the dowager queen knew it to be pointless to deny that her life was nearing its end. Having buried eight of her ten children, including her favorite son Richard, she was not opposed to the prospect. A very long and tumultuous life had she had and she found no reason to lament for its coming end.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Y</span></span>et the state of affairs of her son John's kingdom upon her deathbed did not much please the great duchess. Once more it seem war between France and England was inevitable. Philip II, son of Eleanor's first husband, was on the warpath, covetously gazing at the territories that was Eleanor's and her son's by right. It did not behoove Eleanor to pass away when the King of France, as the impetuous youth had arrogantly decided to style himself, made overtures towards lands not his own.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">A</span></span>cough interrupted the thoughts of the duchess momentarily. Then, with her weary bones aching and creaking, she rose from the bed she had been reclining on. Walking slowly, assisted by a dutiful lady in waiting, towards a desk in her chambers in Mirebeau castle sitting down in front of it.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Q</span></span>uickly the lady in waiting procured pen, parchment and ink and slowly but with a steady hand Eleanor began to pen a letter to the pope, the first of many prospective allies against Philip II. Eleanor knew the king's of France. The vastness of their domain made them prone to question that they where subordinate to the popes. Philip was in that regard like his father. Both men had incurred the interdict upon their lands. If there was anything Eleanor knew it was that the church one crossed at ones own peril. Her memory of the Becket affair remained vivid. Her husband had all but been undone by his recalcitrance towards the church, and in pride if nothing else he had an equal in the kings of France.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-style: italic"">To her revered father and lord, Innocent, by the grace of God the highest pontiff, Eleanor, in the wrath of God dowager queen of the English, duchess of Normandy and countess of Anjou, to show himself a father to her, an old woman of many sorrows and griefs.<br/><br/>I have heard it said that Philip, by the grace of God King of the Franks, called King of France, has broken his words and the Treaty he signed with my son, the King of the English, who in good faith has in all things observed his bonds of fealty to the King of the Franks and further to the highest pontiff. That Philip should covet land and titles not his own and seek through treachery and wicked acts to take what is not his can cause me little surprise. Perfidious is the King of the Franks, perfidious and blasphemous. Shamefully he lived in sin with a woman not his wife and even when he complied with your righteous order to set aside this mistress he still refuses to honor as he ought his spouse and queen our lady Isambour of Denmark. That such a man should threaten the rights and prerogatives of my son the King of the English, Duke of the Normans and Count of the Angevins, as well as Duke of the Aquitanians, while the heresy of the Albigensians spread unchecked in the south of his kingdom. I have heard the call of Your Holiness to assist the courageous defenders of Christendom in the Holy Land and elsewhere where the true faith are threatened, as has my son, and as a woman who once took the cross and saw the land where our Savior was born and can attest that it is good and excellent for christian men to there rule under the suzerainty of the highest pontiff and under the sovereignty of Our Lord and Savior, I find it an honorable and just call. So to does my son the King of the English, Duke of the Normans and Count of the Angevins. Alas beset upon by the hosts of the impious King of the Franks, pridefully called the King of France, which march not upon the holy city to drive back the heathen hosts as they ought but upon the lands of my son and myself, how can I, nor the King of the English, Duke of the Normans and Count of Angevins, contemplate to assert the right of Christendom to those lands where Our Savior was born and lived, where ultimately for our sins he surrendered his life. Hence I besiege your Holiness, implore you in the name of Christ the Savior, do not suffer the disbeliever Philip II, King of the Franks, to encroach upon lands and titles that are by the laws of men and the law of God not his while his lands are infested with the plague of heresy and while the christians in the east begs of him and all of us for aid. Do not, if such rumors are indeed true, condone or sanction the unjust overtures of this aggressor king but do, as a good father ought when dealing with a recalcitrant and impetuous, but much loved, son lesson him on his obligations and duties to Church and Faith. Not by his own hand but by the will of God and the sanction of the highest pontiff are he King of the Franks. Permit him not to forget that he has obligations to God and the highest pontiff in turn, and should he break them, then he must not be king. I beg your highness continuously, most humbly prostrate at your footstool, that you grant me this my request and make the cause of the English, Normans and Angevins yours, as I seek to make that of the crusaders mine. I would desire your coming to our parts in Christendom and our purpose that you may see it a noble one, but I am very ready to show all devotion of a humble and faithful minister to you absent or present. May divine mercy preserve the father and all the sons of the church. </span></blockquote>"
6290,1202-The Reborn World-IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321606&start=50,2014-12-08T12:47:00,Aileach,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.nationstates.net/images/flags/uploads/aileach__864552.jpg""/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 130%; line-height: 116%;"">The Kingdom of Aileach</span></span><br/><span style=""font-size: 90%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-style: italic"">An Ríocht na Aileach</span></span></div><br/><br/><br/><div style=""margin-left:75px; margin-right:75px; margin-bottom:5px; margin-top:5px"">Rónán let a smile break across his face once the Earl had risen from his bow. He extended a beefy hand outward for a shake while keeping his eyes fixed on Donnchad. <br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""A pleasure, Lord Donnchad.""</span> He had the raspy voice of a man on the wrong side of fifty years, but it had the undertones of someone who was brought up a cut above the commoners, that hint of authority. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""I am Rónán MacDochartaigh, Chief of the Clann Dochartaigh and of these lands - Inis Eoghain.""</span> <br/><br/>Turning, he led his guest along the humble docks to the awaiting mounts which would take them to the Bhun Crannccha castle. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""I do hope our Kingdom is to your liking, my lord, from what I hear you will be spending quite some time here.""</span></div><br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>WIP"
6291,1202-The Reborn World-IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321606&start=50,2014-12-09T14:38:00,Liecthenbourg,"<div align=""middle""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Papal States</span></span></span><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.eu4wiki.com/images/thumb/7/71/The_Papal_State.png/330px-The_Papal_State.png""/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Rome; The Eternal City</span><br/>""For God So Loved the World"" <br/>- John 3:16</div><br/><br/>Innocent stared at the letter with a great familiarity. He sighed heavily, breaking from his silence as he drew forth a knife. With a quick flick he broke the seal of the Angevins and pulled out the parchment contents. As he expected, the news was most dire. The Western Fringes of His flock seemed to be more concerned with each other than the wolf from across the river - a foolish move in his own opinion. With a great haste and determination, he planned to settle this feud once and for all.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To the Sovereigns of both England and France,<br/><br/>It saddens me deeply to see nations of blood and common history to be so hostile towards one another. For these reasons I have decided, with help from the Good Lord and his never ending Wisdom and Kindness to personally host a talk, if you will, between yourselves or representatives to finally find common ground to the end of these disagreements. These talks, if both of you agree to them, will be held at Avignon and no armed forces are to be taken with the diplomats.<br/>I sincerely hope that you both except this compromise for I see it as the only way. <br/><br/>Yours,<br/>His Holiness, Pope Innocent III, Bishop of Rome, Vicar of Jesus Christ, Successor of the Prince of the Apostles, Supreme Pontiff of the Universal Church, Primate of Italy, Archbishop and Metropolitan of the Roman Province, Servant of the servants of God.</blockquote>"
6292,1202-The Reborn World-IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321606&start=50,2014-12-10T16:16:00,Traders Union,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Khaganate lands</span></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/1/16/CumaniaCoA.png""/><br/>The remaining Khaganate forces are being hunted down, if they haven't already been found and killed, by raiding groups of Cuman horsemen.<br/>With their forces nearly totally broken, effective resistance is non-existent. The process of installing new chiefs is underway. Any remaining chief that does not submit to Cuman rule will be killed or if they are just a minor chief, exiled.<br/>No significant revolts have broken out yet, although a large amount of Cuman soldiers are currently stationed in Khaganate lands. Otarbai is riding back to Sarai to discuss the next campaign with Danylo and the council.<br/>Efforts are underway to assimilate Khaganate tribes into the Cuman Khanate. More men are needed to launch more raids.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Samarkand</span></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_aF8ZCY2XbDw/SSFQnmFbVVI/AAAAAAAAAPk/wlVOhywVODc/s400/41+Samarkand+Ancient+Mosque+2.JPG""/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Crash</span><br/>The new arrow broke right through the practice dummy.<br/>""Excellent shot Agdar,"" the instructor told his student<br/>""With this bow it is easy, Teacher,"" Agdar responded.<br/>Putting the new composite bow back on the rack, Agdar bowed to his weapons teacher and walked towards the main street of Samarkand. A parade showing of the new technology is happening tomorrow and Agdar wanted to get a room near the street before the crowds came.<br/>All across Samarkand, word spread of the military parade. No one knows what will be shown, but it will certainty be exciting.<br/>Samarkand is rapidly becoming the center of technology for the Cumans and the parade will prove this.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Sarai</span></span><br/>Danylo and his council have been debating their next move for hours now. The more aggressive chiefs wanted to invade Persia now, while the more cautious chiefs argued that the Khanate is not ready to face such a large foe in the mountains and valleys of Persia. All agree that raids on their neighbors, minus the true Bulgarians, will occur for the foreseeable future. A few chiefs argue for raids into the frozen lands of Russia. That idea was quickly shot down.<br/>Diplomatically, attempts and arrangements with Mosul and the Byzantines. Trade ports are being built in Crimea and on the Cumans Black Sea holdings.<br/>A new host is being gathered to raid the Alans and their neighbors."
6293,1202-The Reborn World-IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321606&start=50,2014-12-10T17:12:00,Valentir,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/0/06/Arms_of_the_Kingdom_of_France_%28Ancien%29.svg/331px-Arms_of_the_Kingdom_of_France_%28Ancien%29.svg.png""/></div><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #00FFFF"">Louvre Palais, Paris, Kingdom of France</span></span></div><br/>Philip read the Pope's letter closely. He examined it several times, word for word. By the end of the letter, Philip was enraged. The king walked over to the fireplace, the letter clutched in his hand. The flames engulfed the piece of parchment, and soon it was nothing but ash. The room was silent, the King's councillors looking at each other, wondering what the letter had said. Philip stared into the flames, in deep thought. It was sometime before the silence was broken by Raimond, ""Your Majesty, what did the letter say?"" The king said nothing. Instead he walked over to his map and grabbed a dagger. He plunged the dagger into the map, the point landing on Avignon. ""We ride tonight, for Avignon. Here we shall meet King John and his new friend the Pope, for we have been summoned by his 'Holiness' to resolve our disputes over land."" The council was outraged. ""The English use the Pope as their defence,"" declared the Bishop, ""King John is a craven little boy.""<br/>Philip shook his head, ""No, John is not behind this. I sense that someone far more dangerous is,"" he said as he eyed his councillors.<br/><br/>""Shall I assemble the army your Majesty?""<br/><br/>""No, we ride with only the Royal Guard. We will reach Avignon before them and prepare. In the meantime, Bishop, ride to Lusignan and tell them to be ready. I shall send letters to Scotland and Brittany,"" Philip then turned to Raimond, ""Have your army ready within the month. Your troops need to be at the Angevin border in six months.""<br/>Raimond and the Bishop left as soon as they had received their orders. The rest of the council was gathering papers, gold, and anything else they needed. The King and his entourage left that night, riding away from the Walls of Paris in the direction of Avignon."
6294,1202-The Reborn World-IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321606&start=50,2014-12-18T04:16:00,Alleniana,*pok*
6295,"To Free The Frontier, Chapter 1: Academy Days (IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321617,2014-11-26T18:39:00,Imperial--japan,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://oi57.tinypic.com/aep1ev.jpg""/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">To Free The Frontier</span></span></span><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=319009"" rel=""nofollow"">OOC</a></span></div><br/><hr/><br/>Waking up in the morning, I would normally expect my family's maids to tend to my every needs. Getting me up, to getting me dressed, to getting me my food. I lived comfortably knowing that I hadn't a problem in the world that could ruin my life. My future was set with me inheriting my fathers vast personal wealth which didn't seem problematic at first. At least it never appeared that my mother had an issue with it. I attended a prestigious academy with all the other children of noble descent, and admittedly I wasn't a star pupil. I could be lazy at times and had a habit of 'forgetting' to complete some assignments. I wasn't incompetent....it just seemed tedious. I would much rather have one of my fathers employed complete this for me.<br/><br/>I no longer have the luxury of laziness. My easy life....brutally ripped away by that runt of a younger brother. Sure we may be only a year apart, but my position as his senior still deserves some respect. Anyways, when my father sat me down with my brother and told me that he would be inheriting our house's assets, I could feel my security melt away. I could see the smug look of superiority arise on my brothers face, and without waiting for him to comment, I stormed out of the room. The last few years at the academy saw an increasing need for me to decide on a future career. With the civil war entering another year of grueling combat, I saw a chance to prove myself as more competent than my brother--a military career.<br/><br/>It didn't take much for me to be accepted into the Imperial Academy on Luciferia; my noble birth no doubt having a dramatic effect on my chances. When the recruiter told me I was eligible for a position of command, I couldn't help but feel jittery at the thought of crushing my brothers hopes and dreams, and taking back what was rightfully mine.<br/><br/>My original departure date was nine months from now, but the battle of Samaeus had left the Imperial fleet stretched thin across the frontier with the loss of six capital ships and a dozen frigates. This would normally be a devastating defeat for the Empire, but the losses came at just as great a price for the fledgling secessionist 'Republic'. In best terms, the battle could be considered a pyrrhic victory or even a stalemate, but for the civilians of both sides it was nothing more than a defeat. The debris that impacted the planet devastated numerous settlements, and decreased the food production of this mainly agricultural settlement by 85%. The number one source of food for the civilians of the frontier and core worlds wouldn't see recovery for at least two to three decades.<br/><br/>So many officers were lost during Samaeus, and so my arrival to Luciferia would be moved up significantly. This week actually.<br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Charlotte von Cirkensa</span></span></span><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""What is essential in war is victory, not prolonged operations.""</span>Charlotte read this quote over to herself multiple times to interpret its different meanings. Her first thought on the quote was that you should achieve victory as quickly as possible by any means. That was still her main idea on what it meant, but there was still lingering doubt in the back of her mind and Charlotte hated it. To be a commander her doubted her own orders would serve to get people killed. There was no time for hesitation in a combat area.<br/><br/>""Uhg...geeze.."", Charlotte groaned. Staring across the room, she looked out the window of the shuttle and into the aurora of the hyperspace lane. Today, she and the other recruits aboard the ship would be arriving at Luciferia's academy. Charlotte would be lying if she said that she wasn't nervous. Not that she would abandon her noble poise and confident attitude to 'express' emotions that could make her appear the weak link. Another glance around left Charlotte looking at a few of the recruits who had decided to reside in the lounge for the time being. She would try her best to remember faces (to likely no avail).<br/><br/>""So is everyone ready to begin another 'exciting' chapter in their lives""? Charlotte asked jokingly to nobody in particular."
6296,"To Free The Frontier, Chapter 1: Academy Days (IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321617,2014-11-26T19:56:00,Riysa,"Rami was in his assigned room on the shuttle, putting on his cadet uniform in front of the bathroom mirror. Shirt and tie with clip? Check. Shoulderboards and lanyards in position? Check. Cap on straight? Check. Everything seemed to be spotless and in position on his uniform, so he put on a dash of<span style=""font-style: italic"">utur</span>and prepared to walk out, as they were supposedly getting close to Luciferia. On his way out, he picked up the<span style=""font-style: italic"">mushaf</span>his family gave him as a parting gift and kissed it, before sliding it into one of his pockets.<br/><br/>It hadn't even been a month since he was called up. It wasn't unexpected; the Amburs prided themselves on many things, including military service, and he was prepared, as the firstborn son, to take up arms. It didn't make the whole ordeal much easier, though. Thankfully, through hard work and with the help of connections, he managed to get into Luciferia instead of being sent as front-line cannon fodder, so at least that was a good start, right?<br/><br/>He decided to head to the lounge and perhaps get some reading done. On his way in, he heard one of the others headed to the Academy quoting something - a military textbook, perhaps. ""Interesting quote, madame."" He said, nodding at Charlotte as he entered the room. ""My personal favorite is ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Whatever is taken with force can not be restored except by force.</span>"" It appears to be quite relevant in our time, and particularly for us."" He picked out a sofa and sat down. ""I guess I'm ready for this. There isn't much that can be done at this point, though; just do our best studying and preparing for war, and hopefully we'll get to see home soon."""
6297,"To Free The Frontier, Chapter 1: Academy Days (IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321617,2014-11-26T21:08:00,Brusia,"After being ""escorted"" by the authorities to the spaceport, Galen met with his family just outside of the shuttle bound for Lucifera. After he said his goodbyes, his father handed him 2 bags packed with equipment, clothes, and other useful things; then Galen boarded the vessel. Once aboard, he found his quarters, placed his bags on the floor, and sat down on his bed. Thinking back over the events of the last few days, he couldn't help but laugh. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Forced to go to war for opposing the war</span>"" he thought ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">How painfully ironic.</span>""<br/><br/>He ran his hand along his face, then got up from the bed and looked around the room for a minute before deciding to walk around the shuttle for awhile, hoping to clear his mind..."
6298,"To Free The Frontier, Chapter 1: Academy Days (IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321617,2014-11-26T23:24:00,The Templar High Council,"<blockquote><div><cite>Imperial--japan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321617&amp;p=22583926#p22583926"">wrote</a>:</cite>""So is everyone ready to begin another 'exciting' chapter in their lives""? Charlotte asked jokingly to nobody in particular.</div></blockquote><br/>Soren sat in the lounge tinkering with a laptop. He had to learn digital stuff after being drafted, because apparently ""machines can't solve everything"". Bullshit. Of course they could. It'd worked so far. But disregarding that, he heard Charlotte's announcement and scoffed at the remark. ""Ready? I wasn't ready for any of this. The draft fucking sucks. Enough said."""
6299,"To Free The Frontier, Chapter 1: Academy Days (IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321617,2014-11-26T23:38:00,Isle of Lithonia,"Smoke rose from a corner of the room, it's slightly bitter scent beginning to fill the room. It had been a long road to get here, and a long road still lay ahead of him.<br/><br/>He shifted in his chair when he heard the young lady speak, and took another puff. He smiled lazily, content to merely listen to everyone for the moment. He didn't need to force himself to be social, not yet anyway. Besides, you learn more from watching people than from talking with the,, at least in his opinion."
6300,"To Free The Frontier, Chapter 1: Academy Days (IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321617,2014-11-28T20:47:00,Westeastern Dicantia,"Annika padded out of her room wearing her extreme G suit. She was scheduled to begin flight operations training as soon as she left the shuttle, so she wanted to have everything in order. She even had her brand new helmet in hand. It was supposed to be connected to the suit at all times, so she cradled it in one arm while she walked. When the helmet wasn't connected to anything —namely an interceptor, it was basically useless, as it drew power form the craft's batteries, so at this point it just got warm and uncomfortable inside.<br/><br/>She managed to make it to the ship's lounge just in time for Charlotte's rhetorical question, ""I was<span style=""font-style: italic"">born</span>ready,"" was her answer as she turned to stare at the neon lights outside the window."
6301,"To Free The Frontier, Chapter 1: Academy Days (IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321617,2014-11-30T21:04:00,Imperial--japan,"<span style=""font-style: italic"">""I guess I'm ready for this. There isn't much that can be done at this point, though; just do our best studying and preparing for war, and hopefully we'll get to see home soon.""</span>Charlotte listened and nodded out of mere habit. Charlotte agreed with the thought that it would be good for many if the war ended soon. Many, but not her. This war was the only chance she had to prove her worth and take up the mantle of heir. In the midst of the conversation, she realized her mind had begun to wander to more personal matters, and plugged her feelings.<br/><br/>""Surely the Empire will emerge victorious. These violent upstarts are merely prolonging the inevitable outcome,"" Charlotte said with confidence. If she was speaking to a crowd, they might even think she was going off of proven fact.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Ready? I wasn't ready for any of this. The draft fucking sucks. Enough said.""</span>Charlotte looked over to...Soren was his name? She wanted to say something, but she likely wouldn't understand his frustration or the life he left behind.<br/><br/>""Maybe it is unfortunate, and I'm sorry you had to become a victim of the draft, but it's your duty as a citizen of the Empire to fight for its existence. If not at least for family and friends,"" Charlotte said. It might not of been a popular opinion, but it was still hers.<br/><br/>Suddenly, the shuttle began to violently shake. Outside, the windows revealed that the shuttle had come out of hyperspace and was now orbiting planet Luciferia. From here, one could see that Luciferia had a texture similar to Earth, but was primarily dominated by water. 87% of the planets surface was water, and the coastlines of the continents were dotted with resorts for the more wealthy. Not many could afford to come to Luciferia, and so only the classy (and admittedly sometimes snobbish) could come. The land was from orbit, apparently suited to that of jungle predators and dotted with massive trees (imagine Avatar). It was really quite the sight.<br/><br/>The shuttle began its descent towards the planets surface when an<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://img4.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20120118181026/villains/images/2/28/Jerjerrod.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">authoritative man</a>came over the holonet.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">""I trust all of you had no problems during the journey. Well it's my pleasure to welcome you to Luciferia,""</span>he said. Despite the welcome, there was no warmth in his voice. More of a tone of exhaustion. The voice of a man who had seen students come, go, and die on the field.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">""If anyone has any reservations then speak now.""</span>Charlotte looked at the name plate the man was wearing, but couldn't recognize the name 'Calhaven'. Possibly an officer who wouldn't advance any further and was stuck in a teaching area."
6302,"To Free The Frontier, Chapter 1: Academy Days (IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321617,2014-11-30T21:27:00,The Templar High Council,"<blockquote><div><cite>Imperial--japan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321617&amp;p=22636245#p22636245"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Ready? I wasn't ready for any of this. The draft fucking sucks. Enough said.""</span> Charlotte looked over to...Soren was his name? She wanted to say something, but she likely wouldn't understand his frustration or the life he left behind.<br/><br/>""Maybe it is unfortunate, and I'm sorry you had to become a victim of the draft, but it's your duty as a citizen of the Empire to fight for its existence. If not at least for family and friends,"" Charlotte said. It might not of been a popular opinion, but it was still hers.</div></blockquote><br/>""Sound like a pet to me. Blind obedience. Damn, I could've been halfway to Farkeep if I knew the draft was coming when they landed."" Soren referenced a Seckeerian city that none of the other cadets would have known about unless they grew up on Seckeer as he continued to tinker with the machine. A few sparks flew, but Soren looked on unfazed as the screen flashed to life. He reassembled the machine, storing it on his lap until the were ready to leave.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Imperial--japan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321617&amp;p=22636245#p22636245"">wrote</a>:</cite>The shuttle began its descent towards the planets surface when an <a class=""postlink"" href=""http://img4.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20120118181026/villains/images/2/28/Jerjerrod.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">authoritative man</a> came over the holonet.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">""I trust all of you had no problems during the journey. Well it's my pleasure to welcome you to Luciferia,""</span> he said. Despite the welcome, there was no warmth in his voice. More of a tone of exhaustion. The voice of a man who had seen students come, go, and die on the field.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">""If anyone has any reservations then speak now.""</span> Charlotte looked at the name plate the man was wearing, but couldn't recognize the name 'Calhaven'. Possibly an officer who wouldn't advance any further and was stuck in a teaching area.</div></blockquote><br/>""Reservations? I take it I can't reserve a ride back home then? I haven't been a 'soldier' long enough to matter."" Soren continued to pout, even though he knew what was at stake. He was gifted to come here. Others had faith in him. But that didn't mean they really cared. So, until he felt like it, Soren was going to make it as difficult as possible for this exercise to go through. Even if he couldn't stop it."
6303,"To Free The Frontier, Chapter 1: Academy Days (IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321617,2014-11-30T22:25:00,Riysa,"<blockquote><div><cite>Imperial--japan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321617&amp;p=22636245#p22636245"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-style: italic"">""I guess I'm ready for this. There isn't much that can be done at this point, though; just do our best studying and preparing for war, and hopefully we'll get to see home soon.""</span> Charlotte listened and nodded out of mere habit. Charlotte agreed with the thought that it would be good for many if the war ended soon. Many, but not her. This war was the only chance she had to prove her worth and take up the mantle of heir. In the midst of the conversation, she realized her mind had begun to wander to more personal matters, and plugged her feelings.<br/><br/>""Surely the Empire will emerge victorious. These violent upstarts are merely prolonging the inevitable outcome,"" Charlotte said with confidence. If she was speaking to a crowd, they might even think she was going off of proven fact.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Rami wanted to counter her point; from what he had learned in history courses, rebellions and insurgencies tended to be nasty, long, bloody affairs, and he wasn't personally sure if the Empire was guaranteed success. The latest battle at Samaeus proved that the breakaways were more than capable of bloodying Imperial forces.<br/><br/>Of course, expression such doubts in public was a one-way ticket to being put on a watchlist, and it didn't make for a successful career soldier, so he kept silent. Instead, he turned his attention to looking out the window, watching as the shuttle started to descend onto the planet.<br/><br/>""Jungles and rainforests. Even more water than Earth. Looks nice, but the humidity seems like it would be high."" He muttered to himself. He could stand heat, but he hated humidity. Hopefully, the air conditioning was up-to-date at the Academy.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Imperial--japan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321617&amp;p=22636245#p22636245"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">""I trust all of you had no problems during the journey. Well it's my pleasure to welcome you to Luciferia,""</span> he said. Despite the welcome, there was no warmth in his voice. More of a tone of exhaustion. The voice of a man who had seen students come, go, and die on the field.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">""If anyone has any reservations then speak now.""</span> Charlotte looked at the name plate the man was wearing, but couldn't recognize the name 'Calhaven'. Possibly an officer who wouldn't advance any further and was stuck in a teaching area.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Rami stood up and gave Calhaven a salute. He couldn't tell what rank he was, but basic taught him that, when in doubt, salute. He was still a cadet, after all, which was almost as good as having no rank at all. ""The ride went smoothly, thank you. It is an honor to be here, sir.""<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>The Templar High Council <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321617&amp;p=22636410#p22636410"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Sound like a pet to me. Blind obedience. Damn, I could've been halfway to Farkeep if I knew the draft was coming when they landed."" Soren referenced a Seckeerian city that none of the other cadets would have known about unless they grew up on Seckeer as he continued to tinker with the machine. A few sparks flew, but Soren looked on unfazed as the screen flashed to life. He reassembled the machine, storing it on his lap until the were ready to leave.<br/><br/>""Reservations? I take it I can't reserve a ride back home then? I haven't been a 'soldier' long enough to matter."" Soren continued to pout, even though he knew what was at stake. He was gifted to come here. Others had faith in him. But that didn't mean they really cared. So, until he felt like it, Soren was going to make it as difficult as possible for this exercise to go through. Even if he couldn't stop it.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>He flinched at the draftee's - Soren, his nameplate read - comment. He felt some sympathy for him, as draftees were second-class in terms of benefits compared to volunteers, but being obtuse and unproductive didn't net you a dismissal, to the best of his knowledge. Rather, it just made everyone hate you as the drill sergeants piled more work on you and your unlucky team; there had been a couple like that in basic and they had to be dragged all the way through the program. He wondered if it was the same way here and decided that it was best not to ask in case the teachers got ideas."
6304,"To Free The Frontier, Chapter 1: Academy Days (IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321617,2014-11-30T22:47:00,Brusia,"As Galen continued his walk about the shuttle, he started to hear voices being carried along one of the ship's corridors. As he walked along that corridor, nearer to the voices' source, he discovered they were coming from the ship's lounge. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Probably some of the other 'recruits'</span>"" he thought as he approached the doorway. Looking inside, he was surprised to see just how young many of these ""recruits"" appeared to be. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">She couldn't be more than 20 years old</span>"" he thought, looking at a young woman who appeared to be lecturing a young man who was roughly the same age ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Has the Empire really grown so desperate that it must force people so young into its Officer corps?</span>"" He looked at the ground and shook his head for a moment before continuing down the corridor.<br/><br/>Suddenly, he slammed into the corridor wall as the ship began to shake. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Guess we just entered the atmosphere</span>"" he thought as he pushed himself off of the wall. He then walked to a nearby window and looked out on the planet below. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Lucifera</span>"" he thought to himself ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">It's been a long time...</span>"" And indeed it had been; 15 years to be exact. In his last summer before going to University, he and his father went on a hunting expedition in one of the planet's dense jungles. He remembered that as being one of the most difficult hunts of his life; between the dangerous animals, ubiquitous insects, and oppressive humidity, it was certainly an experience he didn't hope to repeat. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Here's hoping training is restricted to the beach</span>"" he thought, knowing that wasn't likely to happen.<br/><br/>As the shuttle neared its landing zone, Galen returned to his quarters and collected his things. Once he had done so, he started heading towards the passenger ramp, and then again heard voices coming from the lounge. This time when he looked inside the room, he saw the image of an officer coming from the holonet. As he entered the room to see what was going on, he heard the officer say:<br/><br/>""If anyone has any reservations then speak now.""<br/><br/>He was tempted to say something, perhaps speak out against the war or condemn the Academy and the Empire for forcing young men and women to fight, but he knew he was already on thin ice, and being shot for sedition was no more appealing now than it had been when he was first arrested. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Better keep your mouth shut</span>"" he thought to himself ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">At least for now...</span>"""
6305,"To Free The Frontier, Chapter 1: Academy Days (IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321617,2014-11-30T22:59:00,Isle of Lithonia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Imperial--japan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321617&amp;p=22636245#p22636245"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-style: italic"">""I guess I'm ready for this. There isn't much that can be done at this point, though; just do our best studying and preparing for war, and hopefully we'll get to see home soon.""</span> Charlotte listened and nodded out of mere habit. Charlotte agreed with the thought that it would be good for many if the war ended soon. Many, but not her. This war was the only chance she had to prove her worth and take up the mantle of heir. In the midst of the conversation, she realized her mind had begun to wander to more personal matters, and plugged her feelings.<br/><br/>""Surely the Empire will emerge victorious. These violent upstarts are merely prolonging the inevitable outcome,"" Charlotte said with confidence. If she was speaking to a crowd, they might even think she was going off of proven fact.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Ready? I wasn't ready for any of this. The draft fucking sucks. Enough said.""</span> Charlotte looked over to...Soren was his name? She wanted to say something, but she likely wouldn't understand his frustration or the life he left behind.<br/><br/>""Maybe it is unfortunate, and I'm sorry you had to become a victim of the draft, but it's your duty as a citizen of the Empire to fight for its existence. If not at least for family and friends,"" Charlotte said. It might not of been a popular opinion, but it was still hers.<br/><br/>Suddenly, the shuttle began to violently shake. Outside, the windows revealed that the shuttle had come out of hyperspace and was now orbiting planet Luciferia. From here, one could see that Luciferia had a texture similar to Earth, but was primarily dominated by water. 87% of the planets surface was water, and the coastlines of the continents were dotted with resorts for the more wealthy. Not many could afford to come to Luciferia, and so only the classy (and admittedly sometimes snobbish) could come. The land was from orbit, apparently suited to that of jungle predators and dotted with massive trees (imagine Avatar). It was really quite the sight.<br/><br/>The shuttle began its descent towards the planets surface when an <a class=""postlink"" href=""http://img4.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20120118181026/villains/images/2/28/Jerjerrod.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">authoritative man</a> came over the holonet.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">""I trust all of you had no problems during the journey. Well it's my pleasure to welcome you to Luciferia,""</span> he said. Despite the welcome, there was no warmth in his voice. More of a tone of exhaustion. The voice of a man who had seen students come, go, and die on the field.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">""If anyone has any reservations then speak now.""</span> Charlotte looked at the name plate the man was wearing, but couldn't recognize the name 'Calhaven'. Possibly an officer who wouldn't advance any further and was stuck in a teaching area.</div></blockquote><br/>Joseph just sighed, and stood up from his seat. Hearing the officer speak made him a bit pissed.<span style=""font-style: italic"">If any of us fucking had reservations, you think we'd be here?</span><br/><br/>""No reservations here, sir."" He flicked his cig onto the ground, and crushed it beneath his shoes. Having said that, he now stood there with a hand on his hip, waiting for the fucker to get a move on."
6306,"To Free The Frontier, Chapter 1: Academy Days (IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321617,2014-12-03T18:18:00,Imperial--japan,"<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Reservations? I take it I can't reserve a ride back home then? I haven't been a 'soldier' long enough to matter.""</span>Calhaven didn't chuckle nor did he particularly find the comment disconcerting. He was merely getting an overview of the recruits to take note of any interesting aspects of this batch. Of course, Calhaven could imagine that a vast amount of recruits wanted to return to their families. Sadly, that wasn't an option, and the good of the Empire would serve the good of their loved ones at the same time. The sooner they realized this the better.<br/><br/>""No. You can't,"" Calhaven said. He returned his gaze to the other recruits before realizing that any time he had for the little intrusion was up. The ship would be landing momentarily and the holonet shut off abruptly. The shuttle rocked ever so slightly as it descended and touched the ground. The final thump and the lack of humming from the engines was proof of that.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">""All recruits, please make your way to the exit. From there, you'll be guided to orientation,""</span>A voice said over the intercom.<br/><br/><hr/><br/>Meanwhile, Charlotte breathed out a sigh of relief that the journey was finally over, and that she could finally leave this constricting lockup.<br/><br/>""Well, best of luck to everyone,"" Charlotte said before walking confidently past the other recruits and to her room. There she would retrieve the belongings she was able to bring and finally see what all the fuss about Luciferia was about.<br/><br/>""Well...my future depends on how I perform...I can't fail,"" Charlotte muttered with her eyes closed. With that little piece of self-assurance taken care of, the noble made her way to the exit and off the shuttle. The outside was quite different from her environment back on Earth. The academy grounds were visibly surrounded by large masses of trees that towered like skyscrapers. Funny enough, no bugs, birds, or other animals were visible nor heard. Odd. The sun was blazing yet it felt no hotter than 75 degrees farenheit. A small mass of students were gathering in front of Calhaven, and this time his rank was apparent.<br/><br/>""First Sergeant Calhaven huh""? Charlotte would have to keep that in mind."
6307,"To Free The Frontier, Chapter 1: Academy Days (IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321617,2014-12-04T14:40:00,Brusia,"Bags already in hand, Galen walked straight from the shuttle's lounge to the exit ramp and proceeded to disembark from the vessel. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Well the weather is certainly nicer here than I remember</span>"" he thought as he set foot on the planet's surface ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">I wonder if the Academy has its own Weather Modification Network.</span>"" He shrugged slightly, then continued walking forward alongside some of the other students to where the man who had earlier addressed them over the holonet was now standing..."
6308,"To Free The Frontier, Chapter 1: Academy Days (IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321617,2014-12-05T18:00:00,Riysa,"Rami gave a small wave as everyone started filtering out to their barracks room, himself included. His room, like most others, was simple but efficient - enough space to accommodate himself and some friends, and enough amenities to live. Nothing too fancy, but it was lacking nothing in ways of necessities. He checked over his bags and belongings, making sure they were all there, and made his way to where orientation was taking place. Students were already gathering around<span style=""font-style: italic"">First Sergeant</span>Calhaven, so he picked a spot and waited to start."
6309,"To Free The Frontier, Chapter 1: Academy Days (IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321617,2014-12-11T23:51:00,Isle of Lithonia,"Things had been relatively as Joe had expected. His room was boring and small, the surrounding environment was different than his own planet's, the sun was pretty warm, and he still didn't have a gun. The only thing he hadn't quite expected was that he seemed to be the only student who was smoking whilst for all the shit to go down. In fact, many people were looking at him rather funny for having a cig in his mouth.<br/><br/>But fuck, he didn't care. He needed to smoke, and so he'd fucking smoke until he died. So, screw you.<br/><br/>And there he sat, waiting for school to begin.<span style=""font-style: italic"">God, I almost feel like I'm back in fucking elementary...</span>"
6310,Clash of the Fandoms: The Final Frontier (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321686,2014-11-27T11:11:00,Harbertia,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://d1h1icg9nkzvny.cloudfront.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/The-Stations.jpg""/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://geeksmash.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/star-wars-vs-dr-who2.jpg""/><br/><br/>In a reality unlike our own, in the furthest reaches of the universe, in a galaxy far far away events take place to shape the survival of many who dwell upon the final frontier of space....</div><br/><br/>The Romulans are close to peace with the Federation, and the Flood as reached the holy city of High Charity.... these events, and more are but a glimpse into the struggles, of the last frontier.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320385&amp;start=350"" rel=""nofollow"">OOC</a>"
6311,Clash of the Fandoms: The Final Frontier (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321686,2014-11-27T17:04:00,Great Confederacy of Commonwealth States,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Centre Command Bunker<br/>Zandari Citadel<br/>City of Garras<br/>Planet of Zandar</span><br/><br/>“My Lord, they have penetrated the first level of defences. All troops have pulled back to the second level, it should keep them out for another week before it falls. We better prepare our other defences in case they break through.”<br/><br/>Oppo Carner, the highest general of the Zandari armed forces, was fixed at the holotable. It portrayed the scene of the battle. The Zandari Citadel, the last fortress of the Planet’s government, stood portrayed in the centre. It towered above the planet’s surface, like normal. Although now, there was something bigger at play. Around the central hologram a number of other shapes flew. Saucers, disk-shaped space-ships all over the perimeter. Some smaller ones shot around like it was some sort of race, perfectly in formation, while the bigger ones cruised ominously into position. They were bombarding, shelling the citadel seemingly to a crumb. Luckily for the King and his men, the bunker they were in was a hundred levels below ground. The levels above ground were mostly administration. This bunker was the true heart of the citadel. So, while the enemy fleet pounded the upper levels into dust, the levels below were kept relatively safe. The King, as learned in the art of war as he was, stood bowed over the holotable, looking at his commanders. General Carner, on the other side, looked intently at his lord. A feeling of dread entered his soul.<br/><br/>“My Lord… The Enemy has scanned the Citadel for life forms, they know exactly how many troops we have and where they are positioned. They will probably adapt their strategy to fit a quick victory. Those second-level defences should hold them back, but there is no saying what happens after a week…”<br/><br/>With a swipe of his hand, the general enlarged the second layer of defence. On it were pips, green pips for friendly troops, red pips for all the enemies they had perceived. The King watched the pips intently, as the green ones took several key positions. All corridors had machine gun nests at their base, barricades had been fabricated. After the fall of the first defences, he knew what would follow. He knew what he had been taught. He tried not to think about it, but it was so close to him he could not think of anything else. Weeks upon weeks of combat in the reinforced corridors of the capital. Dirty, ruthless urban combat in the closest quarters one could imagine. Hell on Zandar, for both sides. He took a moment to address his generals.<br/><br/>“Gentlemen, I am sorry. Three days ago, we still lived in peace. Unafraid, fearless, with hope towards the future. The farmers farmed, the artists created, the people worked and lived… And now, we are here, pushed back to the very centre of our last fortress, the last ditch defence. I had hoped never to find myself here, and yet, here we are. This alien threat came from nowhere. Nobody could have prepared us. Nothing could have been done. I ask you now to stand beside me. You saw what The Enemy did to Dartak. You saw how they destroyed our forces on Hastradul Fields. Our armies went and gave way, our weapons brought low, our fleets sunk within hours. No man on Zandar could have saved us from the position we are now in. We can only fight, and I give you one last salute. The next salute I give will be the thank for victory, or the last honour on your graves. I do not intent to live to see the last one.”<br/><br/>With those words, he lifted his hand to the side of his head, and made a fist, the highest salute one could give in the Zandar armed forces. The generals replied with salutes of their own, all the fist clenched to the side of their scaled, green heads. The Last Stand of the Zandari was upon them, and they too were going to go down fighting.<br/><br/>An alarm bell rang through the bunkered room. On the map of the second layer of defences, red pips began appearing. Through the corridors, on all sides, in perfect battle formation, the red lights moved straight towards the prepared defences. A general, in command of the South Entrance, began relaying the information he got to the others.<br/><br/>“Gentlemen, the Enemy has been spotted advancing on all flanks. We don’t have enough information to call their strategy, but it looks like an all-out assault. They are nearing our vanguard.”<br/><br/>“Prepare to fire. They must fire as soon as they see the Enemy advancing. Aim for the eye stalks, concentrated, precise fire. A bullet to their front won’t do a thing.”<br/><br/>“Orders relayed, general. We are expecting the first skirmishes to begin soon. Sector 3 has already made contact.”<br/><br/>And, like the major had said, indeed, fighting erupted first in sector 3. One by one, the Enemy had reached all their defensive sites, all in generally the same minute or so. At once the battle information popped up all over the hologram. Generals, officers, began shouting their orders into microphones, their orders becoming increasingly desperate as the fighting went on. Red pips without end kept streaming towards the battle positions, green pips began disappearing like snow. At an astonishing rate, the vanguard disappeared, their green pips becoming yellow before disappearing completely. There was no retreat. This was something else. The vanguard had not been forced back, it had been obliterated. Destroyed.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Exterminated</span>.<br/><br/>“My god…” general Carner whispered, looking at the battle information. His head shook at the sight.<br/><br/>“The vanguard was supposed to hold out at least three hours before pulling back. They did not last three minutes... Gods above. That’s a combined nine hundred soldiers dead in three minutes. This is not possible.”<br/><br/>The King, his voice shaking with anger, replied solemnly and distressed.<br/><br/>“These enemies are impossible, general Carner. Are the main defences ready to repel the attackers?”<br/><br/>“Yes, sir, but this… This had not been accounted for. We need to recalculate the time the second line will hold. A week has been… Optimistic.”<br/><br/>“No time, general. Keep focussed on what’s happening there. They are nearing the second line. Those have a lot more heavy firepower.”<br/><br/>Indeed, like the King foretold, the Second line fared a lot better. Fifteen minutes did they hold out before being either forced back, pulled back or exterminated. The endless stream of red pips poured over the defences. Every now and again, a red pip would turn blue and vanish, sign that he had been taken out, but those were rarities. In the rule, the Enemy kept blazing through the barricades. Machine gun nests were blown out within seconds, retreating soldiers shot in the back or cut off by other enemies. As the fighting came closer to the centre of the bunker complex, the fights became increasingly short. Already, five thousand men had been killed or wounded. As the fighting came closer to the centre, the sounds began ringing through the corridors. The King was the first to react.<br/><br/>“Let this be a reminder, gentlemen. This fight is not on some distant island or in a faraway jungle. They are but metres away from where we are standing. Courage now!”<br/><br/>“Sir, sir…” General Carner had almost broken down in sobbing.<br/><br/>“Six thousand men have been obliterated already. Our forces are in full retreat. The third line of defence, which should have given us two weeks, has fallen within five minutes. There is no hope for survival.”<br/><br/>“Sir Carner, you have seen what happens when we don’t fight. I would rather go down fighting these things than surrender. These horrors should not expect us to fall so easily.”<br/><br/>The King himself, although speaking with a rousing voice unlike equal, seemed himself shaken to his core. Everything he knew, all his hopes, ideas, had been taken away from him in two days’ time, and his last soul had been crushed in the last half hour. He felt like there was no escape now. One general made a cry of despair, and half crying enlarged a piece of the hologram.<br/><br/>“My god, look… The Enemy has broken through the South line. There is nothing standing between them and our bunker. Furthermore, they are speeding towards the rallying point. If they arrive there before our retreating men…”<br/><br/>All the generals looked down. Some took off their hats, some removed their uniforms. Others picked up a chair, sat down, and buried their heads in their hands. Only Carner and the King stood unshaken at the table, looking at how the green pips were one by one mowed down by the reds. Whole groups walked into deadly traps, entire regiments took seconds to disappear entirely. Before long, there were only ten green pips left on the entire map, right in the centre. In the main bunker, where the holotable was situated. Only the King and his generals were left standing. It was in this moment of despair that a message from the largest of enemy ships appeared on the holoscreen. A large screen popped into existence, facing the King. Carner came to stand beside him.<br/><br/>What they looked at was a terrible creature beyond comprehension. It looked like nothing. A hump of meat, deformed, almost molten. One eye stuck out from the middle, between a sea of tumours and warts. Tentacles sprung from his body, attached to all kinds of levers and buttons. He was suspended in a tank of liquids, topped by the same globe with eyestalk the enemy soldiers had. The King shuddered in fright as he saw the creature. No remorse for this creature he could find anywhere, for he knew what it was. It spoke with a heavy voice, smeared with arrogance.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.thedoctorwhosite.co.uk/wp-images/daleks/dalek-inside-emperor-2.jpg""/></div></div></div><br/><br/>“King, your forces are laid to waste. Your men lie scattered through the corridors of your castle, the Daleks stand outside your door ready to break in. How does it feel, King, to meet such perfection! To be defeated by the ultimate life form in the universe! How does it feel to look upon perfection!”<br/><br/>“I’ll let you know when I see it” was the King’s only reply. The Dalek Emperor did not laugh, nor did his voice change.<br/><br/>“Fool, even now you resist the inevitable. Resistance is futile! How many men and women died defending your crown, My Lord? How many millions have the Daleks destroyed? How many corpses now support your vanity?”<br/><br/>That remark hit hard. The King knew that many had died defending his throne from the Daleks, an act which had appeared futile. Yet, he made no response.<br/><br/>“You know, King. You count the number, but they are beyond count! Your insignificant race has been decimated by the might of the Dalek Empire! A test of our strength, and your weakness! Daleks are supreme!”<br/><br/>This last outcry was taken over outside the bunker. Through the layers of concrete and steel, the generals could her it only as a faint whisper. A thousand voices crying out at once: Daleks are supreme! Daleks are supreme!<br/><br/>“King, give up now. Surrender to the forces of the Dalek Empire. What use is it if you are only part of the ruins of your fortress? Open the doors, and help your people through this new and difficult time! Be our voice to your people, save them from our Extermination!”<br/><br/>“Alright” was the King’s only response. The generals gazed at him, astonished. Only half an hour ago, the had been talking about fighting, attacking, forcing a victory. Now, he was defeated. His soul scattered, his will gone. There was no-one, not even general Carner, who spoke against it. They had seen enough. They were ready to accept demands. “Open the doors. Let the Daleks in”<br/><br/>A general pushed a red button on the control panel, and immediately, the doors swung open. The steel doors swished aside, one by one, until all the heavy blast doors leading to the bunker had opened. At a moment’s notice, the Daleks came pouring in. Their Dalekanium shells glittered in the heavy lighting in the room. Swiftly, a few Daleks connected to the computer grid of the complex, hacking their way into every major file within the minute. The generals just stood and watched, as the king continued his conversation with the emperor.<br/><br/>“So, what is to become of us, now? Are we becoming your regents? Governors?”<br/><br/>The Dalek Emperor was silent for a moment, but then burst out in anger.<br/><br/>“Zandari as governors? For the Dalek Empire? Your race is not worthy even the simplest of tasks. Your people will mine your planet and work the factories at our command, not yours. You are useless to me. Exterminate them.”<br/><br/>“<span style=""font-style: italic"">EXTERMINATE</span>!”<br/><br/>Immediately, the cry was taken over by every Dalek in the room, who took only a fraction to aim their weapons towards the King and his generals.<br/><br/>“Oh, well…” Were the last words spoken by the King, before the Dalek Death Rays blasted him and his generals to bits."
6312,Clash of the Fandoms: The Final Frontier (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321686,2014-11-27T18:14:00,Perestroikavo,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Command Deck</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Section F</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Wurld Killa </span>(A Space Hulk)<br/><br/><br/>Ghazgkull roared loudly as the Deamon's skull popped under his mekclaw. Already drenched in gore of dozens, him and his Goff Guard made one final push into the very heart of the infestation, with Da' Boyz pouring in behind him.<br/><br/>""I AM DA' PROPHET OF DA' WAAAGH! FOLLOW ME INTA BATTLE!""<br/><br/>Ghazgkull let out another yell as fresh troops hit the front and threw themselves into the fray. He watched a single Deamon dismember no less than 3 dozen soldiers before being overwhelmed by the mad fury that made the Orks what they were. Gripping one of the tentacles with his claw, Ghazgkull leveled his good arm with the beasts head, plunging it into some sort of orifice that appeared to be an eye socket. Satisfied when the body went limp, he retrieved some bone from inside of the creature with a sickening pop, and slid his arm back into the outside world. Suddenly, his mek-brain started crackling frantically.<br/><br/>""Not now, please not now!""<br/><br/>Ghazgkull clutched his skull, and the room was filled with green light and the sound of crackling electricity as the circuts began to overload, and he finally passed out, embracing the darkness that overtook him.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Unknown</span><br/><br/>Ghazgkull stood in front of Gork and Mork as they looked him over, rather unhappily. The silence seemed to stretch on for years before one of them finally spoke. Mork's voice thundered out, several times louder than Ghazgkull's own, making the large Ork stumble back in surprise.<br/><br/>""You, prophet, have earned the right to lead the last great WAAAGH! Let us show you what will come as the fruits of your efforts.""<br/><br/>Gork swished his hands through the air until Ghazgkull could see nothing but the system he was in, and the systems beyond. The unbearable silence settled in again, and, fearing he was left here to die, Ghazgkull roared.<br/><br/>""Gods, you have brought me here, now what?!""<br/><br/>As if in some sort of response to the question he posed, Ghazgkull began growing. Soon, he was large enough to step between planets to the system. Gingerly setting his foot down upon the continent of Armageddon, he heard what sounded like an entire Ork army cheer behind him. Looking around, he was bewildered until his gaze settled on the planet that he had just stepped on. The entire planet had turned into a writhing mass of Orks, all chanting his name. Gaining courage, Ghazgkull began to walk across the Imperium's hive planets, with the same reaction and even happening with every step he took. With a last glimpse, he caught sight of an Imperial Commissoner, and even got a name. Yarrick. Suddenly, everything began spinnting like he was a rotor blade on a Deff' Copta', and he fell across the system with a mighty thud. The last thing he heard was all of 'Da 'Boyz cheers, and then he knew nothing.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Command Deck</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Section F</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Wurld Killa </span><br/><br/>Ghazgkull's eyes shot open. Frantically analyzing the situation, he found a painboy and his own Goff Guard leaning over him. Groggily, he waved them all off.<br/><br/>""I'm fine, you lot. Piss off!""<br/><br/>As the painboy left, and Da' Guard settled into their usual positions, he noticed something else rather odd. Not a Deamon in sight. No corpses, no fighters, not even the chunk of matter he had ripped out of one in his hand. Turning to meet one of the 'Ard Boyz approaching him, he asked about it.<br/><br/>""Oi! You! Where are all the bloody Daemons? There was still at least a hundred thousand of the beasts when I was here!""<br/><br/>Stammering, the Ork was careful to reply.<br/><br/>""W-well sir, they all disappeared when you're dome went up in green light. It really was somethnig to behold!""<br/><br/>ith the shortest possible response sent to Ghazgkull, he ducked out of the spot light before one of 'Da Guard decided that he needed a beating to stay away from their leader.<br/><br/>""Well then, where are we?""<br/><br/>He practically shouted the last question as he kicked a grot passerby. His own guard were the ones to answer.<br/><br/>""We're in da' hyperspace sir! The hulk made a jump while we was all fightin'!""<br/><br/>Ghazgkull looked thoughtfully at the motley crew behind him before issuing orders.<br/><br/>""I want a casualty report, how many of us there are on Wurld Killa, and how many reinforcements we lost in the jump!""<br/><br/>One of the Painboyz how was collecting the valuables off of a dead Nob gave a quick salute and ran to get his superior to tell him the news. Meanwhile, Ghazgkull sat down in a decrepid old command chair, and began to slowly wipe the blood from his body and weapons, watching his Guard do the same on the floor.<br/><br/>""At least 4 billion died fighting sir, we lost an additonal 28 million in the jump, and we have 6.5 billion on the ship currently.""<br/><br/>The Painboy read the list in a monotone, and Ghazgkull smiled.<br/><br/>""Get out of my sight, and go 'elp the wounded. I want as many of these boyz combat functional when we arrive as I can get.""<br/><br/>The ork, who was injecting himself with some sort of stimulant quickly dropped what he was doing for a shabby salute, and sprinted away, presumably to go cut up some more of Da Boyz. Ghazgkull looked around the room, and without seeing anyone but his senior warchiefs and his own guard, made a confession.<br/><br/>""I don't know where we're going currently, but I seen Gork and Mork, and they showed me an' da' rest of you Boyz conquering countless planets. I was steppin' on em', and each one would be conquered by us!""<br/><br/>This rose a cheer that lasted several minutes, before the huge mass shuddered to a stop, arriving at a destination. On of Ghazgkull's mekboyz approached.<br/><br/>""We landed in a system that I can't even find on 'da map, and all our elektroniks are going crazy! It appears that several of our worlds were ported over to this system, however!""<br/><br/>He raised his eyebrow at the eccentric characters lack of a single word in that sentence.<br/><br/>""Sir. It's sir to you.""<br/><br/>Da' Guard rose and dragged him away from Ghazgkull, and began viciously beating him. With the sounds of violence in the background, Ghazgkull let out a contented sigh.<br/><br/>""We'll depart for our homeworlds tomorrow. Tonight, let us rest, and celebrate!""<br/><br/>A mighty roar began in the command center, and soon every one of the Orks was yelling his loudest, creating enough noise to scare any foe on the field of battle."
6313,Clash of the Fandoms: The Final Frontier (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321686,2014-11-29T08:10:00,Stasnov,"The Imperial Agri-World of Prybos. An Agri-World covered with crop fields, located near the Imperial-Tau border systems, in the Eastern Fringes of the Imperium. Despite its proximity to Tau territory, Prybos was completely unaffected by the heretical ideals of the so-called ""Greater Good"". But a year ago, a small Tau ship, assumed to be some sort of an ambassador vessel, approached the Imperial World. The Planetary Defence Force of the planet, fearing Tau incursions, contacted Segmentum Command. The 94th Destroyer Squadron, a squadron of 8 Cobra-Class Destroyers of the Imperial Navy was dispatched from Segmentum Command to intercept the vessel. The Cobras ripped the hull of the Tau ship apart with volleys of torpedoes without asking many questions. Seconds before the vessel got blown up, the Imperial Crews noticed something. At least 9 escape pods left the wreckage, and headed to the planet. The PDF found nothing but wrecks in the crash sites, no sign of the Xenos.<br/><br/>Since then, it was all quiet in Prybos, citzens doing their daily activities, cargo ships coming and leaving Prybos, full with crops produced on the planet. But that didn't last long. Four months ago, three Tau, two Fire Warrior Bodyguards, and a Water Caste Ambassador were sighted in a small village, named Kowei, north of the planet's biggest City, Utrinda. There, witnesses claim that the Ambassador stood in the middle of a large crowd, preaching about the Greater Good, while being protected by his two bodyguards. Similiar incidents occurred in many other settlements, either with the same ""preacher"", or a different, younger one. The younger one had four bodyguards. In every village or town the Tau showed up, some of the locals followed them.<br/><br/>The PDF was moblised, and stationed garrissons in almost every settlement, but they never found the Tau. Three months ago, the Commander of the Prybos PDF and the Planetary Governor, lost contact with the 5th Prybian Planetary Defence Force Regiment, stationed in camp mear a remote processing facility 200 kilometres west of Utrinda. Two weeks later, the processing facility came under attack by the men of the 5th. Some of the survivors claim that they were led by a Tau soldier, some sort of officer. The soldiers had removed any Imperial insignia from their uniforms, with some of them even bearing symbols of the Greater Good on their flak armor. With more and more PDF units and civillians joinning the ""Xenoist"" Militants, the Planetary Government contacted Segmentum command once again, this time, to request military support. The 346th Cadian Mechanised Regiment, the 89th Elysian Drop Troops, and the 121st Death Korps of Krieg Armored of the Imperial Guard answered their call.<br/><br/>The initial Imperial assault went well, and the Regiments of the Guard along with the remaining Loyalist PDF units drove back most of the Xenoists after a heavy Orbital Bombardment on enemy defensive positions. Now most of the lost territory was under Imperial rule once more. It all seemed to be over for the traitors. But there was one last thing. Hill 271. The last bastion of Pro-Tau resistance, which also happens to be the world's only Planetary Defence Fortress. It is assumed that the Tau officials there.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Planet: Prybos<br/>Planetary Classification: Agri-World<br/>Date: 002.M42<br/>Operation Enlightenment: Suppression of Pro-Xeno (Tau) uprising.<br/>Local Time: 1523 hours<br/>Unit: 346th Cadian Mechanised Regiment, Imperial Guard<br/>Current Position: Road to Hill 271, 90 kilometres south of the target </span><br/><br/>The bright sun shed its bright yellow light on the armor of the convoy's vehcicles. The road was wide and more or less a straight line heading to Hill 271. You could see it from orbit, like most of the transport infrastructure on Prybos.The grey line of the road was contrasting with the endless fields of crops that were used to feed the Emperor's Armies, as well as the citzens of the Imperium. Some massive craters could be seen in the sea of crops, left behind by the orbital bombardment by His Holy Navy. A large processing facility was visible in the horizon, with plumes of black smoke rising above its large buidlings.<br/><br/>The convoy of the 346th stopped abruptly. Sergent Varkan opened the back loading door of his squad's Chimera APC and got out. The door made a creakeding sound as it opened. He sighed<span style=""font-style: italic"">The damn Munitorum could do a better job with this</span>he whispered to himself. He had his Lasgun slinged. He saw more Guardsmen getting out of their transports, with puzzled looks on their faces.<br/><br/>""What the hell is going on? Why did we stop?"" he shouted<br/><br/>The commander of a Leman Russ Battle Tank, that was observing the situation from his hatch turned around ""Do you expect me to know, Sergeant?""<br/><br/>Varkan sighed. He got in his vechicle again, his squad staring at him<br/><br/>""What happened Sarge?"" said one of the Guardsmen<br/><br/>""I have no idea"" he replied. He walked to the commander's seat, with his head lowered ""Can i use the Vox please?""<br/><br/>""Sure"" said the Commander and hit some buttons on the vechicles Vox (radio) gave the headset to the Sergent ""Lupus, this is Lupus - B - 2. Why did we stop, over""<br/><br/>Some seconds later came the reply ""Lupus - B - 2, the spearhead has .... Lupus - B - 2, wait, over""<br/><br/>""Lupus, wait out"" said the Sergeant. Something was wrong. He looked behind his back and saw his squad whispering to each other<br/><br/>Seconds later, a loud bang was heard from about 2 or 3 kilometres ahead from the lead vechicle of the main body of the convoy. The Vox frequences were filled with reports, orders and questions. ""This is Lupus to all Units, the spearhead has been ambushed, prepare for contact, over!"" Varkan heard the voice of the Colonel on the Vox.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Meanwhile, the spearhead</span><br/><br/>The smoking carcass of the hit Chimera APC was in the middle of the road. The crew didn't even see were that Lascannon position was. The traitors rose from the crops on both sides of the road and sprayed the Imperials with Las and bullet fire. Now, the spearhead of the convoy was being hit from almost all sides. The troops disembarked from their APCs and took cover behind their hulls. The two sentinels, both Cadian Pattern, one equipped with a fast firing autocannon and the other being a Support Sentinel, equipped with a Rocket Pod, opened fire along with the infantry and the Chimeras.<br/><br/>The Lasgun, autocannon and Heavy bolter fire was cutting the crops in half while the rockets from the Sentinel mashed them. The smell of the destroyed crops filled the air. More lascannon fire tore the hull of another Chimera appart. But this time, the Support Sentinel operator saw were it came from. He aimed the Rocket Pod carefully, and fired 8 High-Explosive rockets. He saw a big orange-ish explosion. One of the rockets must have hit the Lascannons ammunition. But small arms fire from uknown positions was still hitting the spearhead. The men were pinned down.<br/><br/>After 2 minutes of what seemed like a century, the Guardsmen felt the ground shaking. One of them poked from cover and looked at the direction of the convoy's main body. He saw three large Leman Russ Battle Tanks and one Chimera APC approaching. The Leman Russes opened fire with their battle cannons, and sponsor-mounted guns, spraying the area. Meanwhile the APC stopped, and a Specil Weapons squad equiped with flamers (flamethrowers) came out of it. They moved closer to the crops behind the cover of the Chimera, and when they were in position, unleashed hell on every possible direction. After some seconds, they stopped firing. The men could hear the screams of the burning traitors. The friendly casualties were 8 KIA, and 12 WIA. After 45 minutes or so, the spearhead was moving again, followed by the main body of the convoy, 3 kilometres behind them.<br/><br/>They would reclaim Hill 271 in the name of the Emperor and the Imperium, or die trying."
6314,Clash of the Fandoms: The Final Frontier (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321686,2014-11-30T12:43:00,Personal Freedom,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Londinium</span><br/>The Prime Minister sat comfortably in a leather chair as the ships on the screen flickered and changed. After the Unification War it had been mostly quiet in the system though, of course not completely quiet. The Border Worlds's were never completely safe. The Reavers, inhuman beasts that delighted in the torture and bloodshed they could inflict on others, continued to attack ships and had become more aggressive in recent times. As a result the Alliance had recently dispatched several small ships to the areas that had recently seen attacks. The results had been nothing other than a senses of security for local denizens, and it had not been expected that they'd do anymore more than offer a false sense of relief. The ships themselves were told nothing of the reason they were there, officially Reavers don't exist, but to those who lived in areas of space where they raided, it seemed only logically they were there as a defense. It was on these ships that his gaze had been focused on when the door opened.<br/><br/>""Minister?"" asked a young man who had recently reached a position giving the clearance to meet the minister.<br/><br/>""What is it? I trust it must be important to warrant my intention?"" the prime minister asked, slightly annoyed. It would not be the first time today he was interrupted by an aide over some trivial infromtation, and he hoped this would be more important.<br/><br/>""We may of had an information breach of the classified files pertaining to the Paxilon Hydrochlorate..."" the young man continued,<br/><br/>""What? How did this happen?"" the minister asked enraged with the information.<br/><br/>""We are looking into it.""<br/><br/>""Looking into it? It needs to be addressed immediately!""<br/><br/>""The Operative has already been dispatched we have taken care of it,""<br/><br/>""You better have, now get out!""<br/><br/>The prime minister then waited for the aide to leave before he began to quickly began writing something down."
6315,Clash of the Fandoms: The Final Frontier (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321686,2014-12-01T07:14:00,Space Pirate Ridley,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Delta Halo (Installation 05)<br/>Near the Covenant holy city ""HIgh Charity""</span><br/><br/><br/><br/>The Gravemind had been lying dormant in the depths of Delta Halo for hundreds, maybe thousands of years. It had harvested the minds of many of it's victims as well as their bio-matter, even with the cries of the hundreds of souls into it's mind it still must do what must be done. The Gravemind could control it's servants with just a simple thought, it thought itself as ""Pure"" and to many as hostile, he had to finish what the Precursors had started to test man-kind for possession of the Mantle. The Humans of course were greedy, space-faring and exploring countless planets and still to this day is waging war with the religious alien empire The ""Covenant"". The Covenant were to be thrown aside of course, they are not worthy of the Mantle. The Gravemind followed instinct despite it's intelligence, it seeked to spread grow and consume.<br/><br/>A large number of Covenant forces had landed on the surface of Delta Halo, mainly came from the holy city ""High Charity"", The Gravemind knew not what they seek only that they were trespassing. A large group of Phantoms floated close down to a Forerunner built platform, only to drop a single Sangheili (An ""Elite"" as humans called them) cladded in silver armor with gold markings. No doubt it was a high ranking being, but nevertheless it must be consumed. Once the Sangheili had landed, it held up it's weapon and a large Forerunner Sentinel drone had came out of a large opening and began to bombard the phantom with blasts of concussive energy. The Phantom's shields absorb some of the damage, while taking the chance it swiftly turns to fly out of sight. Had The Covenant underestimated him? Did they not know the threat he posed? No, of course they knew they sent one of their best soldiers. The rest of the Covenant Teams mostly consisted of Jiralhanae (Or ""Brutes"" as humans called them) and Kig'yar (Or ""Jackals"" as humans refer them as). This armored Sangheili however was different, it had torn through the Sentinels, the guardians of the installation with ease. While monitoring the Sangheili closely, The Gravemind began to search it's thoughts, there had to be something about it somewhere. Ah, yes a small piece of information harvested from the Prophet of Regret, this Sangheili was an ""Arbiter"", it seemed obvious of course but The Gravemind had found also information on their so-called ""Great Journey"". The Gravemind cared not for such little things, he must finish what the Precursors had started. The Gravemind had infected many of the Covenant ships in the past, some still functional. He had taken a Phantom and sent it to High Charity, his servants are his eyes and ears so he always knew what was happening, he could see the Covenant in panic, and fighting amongst eachother. The Gravemind cared not of this pitiful schism, only that all of them were potential hosts.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><br/>The Covenant holy-city of High Charity</span><br/><br/>The Flood's first victim to High Charity was an Unngoy (or ""Grunts"") operation team near the main hangar. They were suspicous of the Phantom that had crashed, it was covered in odd bio-matter and reeked of rotting corpses. Infection forms poured out from it and began to attack and infect the team, there was resistance but they were easily consumed."
6316,Clash of the Fandoms: The Final Frontier (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321686,2014-12-02T15:52:00,The High Lords,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Stormtrooper DT-5059<br/>45th Battalion<br/>Outer Rim Division</span><br/><br/><br/>DT-5059 was exhausted by the day's conquest. It was hard work, being a Stormtrooper for the Galactic Empire, but it was well worth it. Some people joined the Empire for different reasons, from financial stability to travel to just the glory of war. For DT-5059, it was the glory of war. But that wasn't all - he was the commander of the 3rd Regiment of the 45th. His secondary reason for joining the Empire's Stormtroopers was so that he could advance within its ranks, and maybe someday, become a figure of veneration. DT-5059 didn't know, however, that things like that didn't usually happen. The Empire's propaganda was pretty good, and DT-5059 fell for it.<br/><br/>Blind to the deception, DT-5059 continued his hard work for the Empire, and showed his usefulness to Imperial Command. He was rewarded with promotions and such, but didn't get very far - compared to what he had expected. DT-5059's family sent letters asking him to come back to Denon, but to no avail - many of those letters were censored by the Empire. If they had gotten through, DT-5059 would have probably left the Stormtroopers and got a job at his uncle's very successful medical supplies company.<br/><br/>But his place was in the Stormtrooper Battalion 45. DT-5059's current assignment had come, and he was en route to the location. He was in a Gamma-class assault ship, with 10 other troopers, ready to head into battle. By now, the initial wave probably had struck the Hutt positions. AT-ATs and heavy equipment were probably rolling out of the Star Destroyers that had landed on the surface - Star Destroyers that probably were doomed to staying on the surface until the battle had ended, regardless of outcome. It was dangerous enough, entering in Kwenn's atmosphere, and it would be perilous to try exiting it. The Hutts had a pretty good defense system here, it being one of the primary planets that one encountered on the trade routes into Hutt Space.<br/><br/>But the systems had been disabled temporarily, via several rounds of orbital barrage, and the Hutts had to devote much of their power to maintaining their shields, rather than to their defenses. The<span style=""font-style: italic"">Fearless</span>and the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Resurgent</span>were ceaselessly bombarding the planet with what they could, and Gamma-class assault ships were spawning out of the Star Destroyers. Hopefully, DT-5059 and his Regiment could get to the surface without getting blown out of the sky by some systems that were left on.<br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Captain Heras <br/>SD MK-III <span style=""font-style: italic"">Resurgent</span><br/>Outer Rim Division</span><br/><br/>""Fire!"" the Captain called out.<br/><br/>""Fire!"" he said, again.<br/><br/>""Fire!"" he said, for a last time, as the power levels of all the cannon batteries would have to recharge for a short time. The<span style=""font-style: italic"">Resurgent</span>was firing in tandem with the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Fearless</span>the other Star Destroyer in the vicinity. Together, the two Imperial III Star Destroyers were to complete the conquest of Kwenn, a project left unfinished by the previous Moff of the Sector. Captain Heras was the man called upon for the job, and the Captains Yemero, of the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Fearless</span>, Adams, of the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Lorinn</span>, Feills, of the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Overseer</span>were to back him up.<br/><br/>Currently, the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Resurgent</span>and the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Fearless</span>, both ISD MK-IIIs, were executing a planetary bombardment as to allow the second wave of Gamma-Class assault ships to enter the atmosphere. Their turbolasers provided awesome power, sending staggering amounts of energy to the Republic-Era planetary shield below. With each resounding boom that the ISD MK-IIIs delivered, the shield weakened to the precarious point where the operators on the ground were forced to shut it off temporarily, until it could reach operational status again.<br/><br/>The Empire's forces had once been able to successfully disable the shields for more than 10 minutes at a time, with a carefully calculated strike by the four Star Destroyers that only cost the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Fearless</span>five hours of disabling and repair time. The downing of the shield allowed the Star Destroyers to bombard the surface, thus taking out surface defense batteries as well. The<span style=""font-style: italic"">Lorinn</span>and<span style=""font-style: italic"">Overseer</span>, first generation ISDs, were then able to descend to the surface, and release their contents of speeders, AT-ATs, AT-STs, and hordes of Stormtroopers.<br/><br/>""Fire!"" the Captain called out again, the turbolasers having recharged already.<br/><br/>""Fire!""<br/><br/>""Fire!""<br/><br/>These carefully calculated shots allowed the Empire to force the temporary disabling of the shields, thus allowing the Gamma-Class assault ships to join the two ISDs on the ground...<br/><br/>The battle was about to begin, the Captain observed. Then his role wouldn't simply be calling out ""Fire!"" three times..."
6317,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740,2014-11-27T20:16:00,Tomia,"<img alt=""Image"" src=""http://img1.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20140630151831/touch-of-magic/images/4/43/Dungeon_gate_by_kingcloud-d4a88qr.jpg""/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The World of Adrea</span><br/>The world of Adrea is one of magic and wonder, but also danger. It is a land as old as time itself. For millenniums the people of this land lived in small scattered villages and tribes. They were often plagued by wild creatures such as giants, trolls and werewolves. Life was hard during these times, and people lived to survive. That was until a thousand years ago when the great hero Berian the Great was born. He was born in a small village of Calix where Berian saw the hardship of his people as he grew up and was determined to change things. He left home at a young age and gathered a group of followers who he promised a united kingdom, and a better future. This group soon grew into an army and they fought for their new kingdom that they call Adrea. After many battles and hardships the kingdom was finally united and Berian had conquered the continent. He was crowned king and created a new age of wonder and prosperity. He drove back the evil creatures in the land and greatly expanded the use of magic to make the world a better place. He built the capital city out of his old village and renamed it Calixria. It became a beautiful and prosperous city and with in it Berian created an academy where mages could train in peace. Like all mortals Berian passed from the world, but he was never forgotten. He became a part of history, and soon a legend, finally he was worshiped as a god. His descendants continued to rule in his name and though there was some difficulty, there most often peace and prosperity.<br/>This was until 15 years ago, when darkness descended upon the land. King Abarac was reigning over an era of peace, that is before he was betrayed. His Arch-mage Garax was an extremely powerful dark mage who sought the king's crown. He gathered a small group of followers and together they brutally murdered the royal family in the dead of the night. They slaughtered the king, his wife, and all of their children, or so they thought. Their youngest child Kaben, was saved by a group of warriors still loyal to the royal family. Garax then asserted himself as king and his reign of terror over Adrea began. He hunted down those loyal to the old king and banned the Church of Berian. There is hope however, a prophecy that could save the world. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">An heir will rise to save the world. The five gates they must pass. Through water, fire, earth, air, and darkness, they must pass, to stop the false king of death.</span>Now the fate of the world rests on the secret heir that the world fears is dead, and their four guardians that are yet unknown. Who will save the world?"
6318,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740,2014-11-27T20:20:00,Tomia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Kaden Darlius</span><br/>In a wheat field along the country side of Adrea, a young farm boy wiped the sweat away from his forehead. It was the last day of the summer harvest and he and his father were hard at work bringing in the last of their crop. The boy had fair, slightly tan skin from working out in the fields, and had hazel eyes and brown hair. His name was Kaden, but that was all he could tell you about his past. Kaden was an orphanage, and his adopted parents told him that he was merely left in their barn. They said they knew nothing of whom he was or where he came from. Kaden was a kind and goodhearted boy, but there was sadness in his eyes. Some part of him couldn’t help but miss the family he never knew. His adopted parents were very kind to him, but it didn’t feel the same sometimes. He couldn’t help but wonder who his parents were, and why did they leave him? When he and his father finished their work they headed back to their farm house to wash up and have supper. Life was very simple for Kaden, little did he know that was about to change.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Fiona Mirela</span><br/>Fiona was tending a small shop in the village of Abscila. It was a small town near the farm of Kaden’s adopted family. It was a place she visited often. The Filden family had been chosen very carefully by Fiona’s superiors to care for the rightful heir to Adrean throne. Fiona was a Knight of Berian and her order had been fighting a secret war over the heir’s identity and location for over a decade. They needed to keep him safe so that the prophecy could come true. However, Garax’s forces were closing in on the heir, and it seemed that he wouldn’t be safe for long. Fiona was his guardian, though Kaden simply thought of her as a store girl who smiled at him when he came by. Fiona had been raised by the order, and it took her seventeen years to be given the honor of protecting the heir. She wouldn’t fail, she couldn’t fail. Even though she was surrounded by townsfolk, Fiona felt lonely. She often had felt that way, even in the order. She never had friends her own age, and her training never allowed for much socializing. She wanted very much to have friends, but she knew the mission had to come first."
6319,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740,2014-11-27T20:58:00,Nuridia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Elia Thoth the Elder- Elia Thoth the Younger</span><br/>In a large and spacious courtyard in the Sedna Keep, the royal seat of the rulers of Olantis, two girls were standing around an elegantly carved marble fountain painted with blue designs. They looked very similar and one could tell they were close in age, but the younger actually looked about two years younger than she really was. She had curly, golden-red hair, lightly tanned skin and a round freckled face with large aqua colored eyes. The elder one looked at least a year and a half older than she really was, her hair was the fiery color of bright rust lit by a sunset and her skin was a tanner shade than her sister's, with cat-like green eyes and a slender petite frame. Looks weren't the only thing that the two shared, they also shared a name. Members of the royal Thoth family were descended from the divine, the generations born from the coupling of an Olantan queen named Elia and the young sea god Tritus, son of the ocean god and moon goddess. They had a son and five hundred years of their family was descended from them. In honor of their lineage, every female descendant of the Thoth line since then was named Elia after the queen whom the sea god loved. There were no exceptions and although it wasn't law the pattern was never broken for the past five hundred and fifty years, this meant if a king or queen of Olantis from the Thoth line had multiple daughters, either some were given away or they were all named Elia as tradition dictated as in the case of these two sisters. Their personalities were different also, while Ellie dreamed of a happy traditional life with a strong loving husband and many beautiful children the elder Elia's attraction to other women was no secret. Although she still liked men as well and wanted a child, her emotional attachment to and attraction to women was stronger. Fortunately, such things weren't really shunned much in Olantis. The younger was nicknamed Ellie and the older was nicknamed Lia to make it easier, they had a brother named Alaric who was the twin of the elder. The princesses and prince had always been close, but Ellie sometimes felt left out because they tended to shield her and treat her like a baby sometimes. She was just as good a water mage as her sister was if not better, and she was getting tired of their overprotectiveness. She would prove that she could be strong too.<br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Irina de Valle- Kingdom of Marseille</span><br/>""By gods, I fear that this may go out of style the minute after I wear it."" ""Oh but elegance is always timeless."" ""Not in this court really, fashions change like the wind unfortunately."" a female voice said from inside a lavishly elegant bedroom. She was obviously torn between two very different styles of gown laid out on the bed, she had been in this predicament with seven other gowns and jewels and things for the past three hours since she woke up this morning. Many would look at this behavior as one of a spoiled, vain money waster who didn't care about anything but looks. But this girl was more than that, although she acted the arrogant brat most of the time as it was all she knew. Irina de Valle, or Rini as she was nicknamed her whole life was the daughter of the king and queen of Marseille, a kingdom whose lavish court and ever-changing fashions were the talk of the continent. Rini was the eldest, and as such next in line to be queen but she had never felt much pressure to fit into that role. Her parents, ever the busy monarchs often left Rini and her siblings in the care of their tutors and governesses. Although her education was superb and she was quite intelligent in fact, the Princess Irina found that she was never really recognized for getting high marks on her assignments of the beautiful forms of literature she wrote by her parents. They didn't really come around much, but when they did they would fawn over Rini for her beauty like all the courtiers. Her beauty was well known, she was often called the loveliest princess in the whole continent and was given the nickname the Midnight Rose of Marseille for her exceeding beauty and her tendency to set the fashions for the nobles. She was very fashion conscious, and her parents although absent minded loved her in their own way and would shower her with lavish gifts when they visited her as a child, resulting in her becoming very spoiled. But she was not without compassion, she was actually a very kind person but as she felt nobody cared about her personality she often was reserved with people. As a result of this, Rini became very attention-starved and had the belief that people only really spoke to her for her looks. In her search for people to notice her, she became very drawn to her appearance and stood out as much as possible. She had even dyed her hair bright pink with a potion, although it came out after a week of washes and her long wavy hair was now its natural blue-black color. Her deep blue eyes scanned the gowns and close a red, yellow and blue velvet one with a high collar. ""I'll take this one, not that it matters."" ""I'll look fabulous in either one."" she said to her ladies as they laced her into the gown."
6320,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740,2014-11-27T21:54:00,Tomia,"Kaden made his way back to his house and went to the bath house to clean up. When he was finished he went to the kitchen and hugged his mother, Hanna. She kissed his cheek and ruffled his hair. 'There's my boy."" She said smiling at him. ""Mother!"" He complained, but he smiled a little. Kaden's adopted parents had never been able to have children of their own so they often spoiled Kaden with affection, trying to be the parents that he had lost. Kaden seemed a little sullen at dinner, not talking very much liked he usually did. Hanna saw this and spoke to him, ""Kaden? Are you alright? You're quieter than usual."" Kaden noddedd, ""I'm fine mother, I'm just a little tired."" He told her. He wasn't sure how he felt at the moment, and he didn't want his mother to worry.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Darmis Abrenfor</span><br/>Darmis was in the headquarters of the Knights of Berian, watching a few of his recruits train. He was the leader of the order that was dedicated to overthrowing Garax and saving the world. The odds were against them though, as they were greatly outnumbered by Garax's empire. Their only hope was the heir of the old dynasty. Darmis had a number of knights secretly watching out for the heir to the throne. They had been fighting a secret covert war with Garax, and Darmis was afraid that the mage tyrant was closing in on Kaden. They would have to move him soon, but they needed to be careful. If he died, their cause died with him."
6321,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740,2014-11-27T22:01:00,The Starlight,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ellyn Tarembor</span><br/><br/>Ellyn nodded to the guards as she walked in the Knights of Berian's secret base, having rose in open resistance to the new king. Her plate armor chinked as she continued walking nodding to everyone who greeted her, though remaining silent, lost in her own thoughts. She hoped that she could make a difference in the world of Adrea, by somehow ousting the fake-king Garax. Putting down her few belongings in her quarters, she sat on the bed and rested her body, mind and soul for an hour. Then she arose, and approaching the chief guard of Darmis' room, asked, ""I have returned from my previous assignment, and I wish to deliver my report about it and receive information about my next assignment. Is our leader here?""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Elyrn Tarembor,<br/>Calixira Academy</span><br/><br/>The students whispered and chattered on their first day at the academy, wondering of the glory they knew they would achieve, and the powers they would gain. The body of 25 mages-in-training fell silent as their instructor, the Head-Mage of Water, Elyrn Tarembor walked in, her long blue cape swishing softly on the ground. Shutting the door and turning to the students, Elyrn smiled, and began. ""Welcome, mages-in-training to Calixira Academy. Now I know that you want to learn the art of water magic, and you shall, but I must say a few things first. Water is the most versatile element on Adrea. With the right power, you can turn it into solid, liquid and gas. I myself am a bit limited, not being able to convert water to its ice form, but I shall show you later how I amend for it. Water flows within us and every animal, in every plant and every environment, in even the desert, there is water deep within the sand and in the prickly plants that grow there. Therefore, you must be able to make the right choices, always asking yourself, Is it worth it? Am I doing harm to other living beings or to the environment by my methods. So we shall start with the basics, and as I determine your character, I will decide whether this class is worthy of learning the secret hearts. Above all, you must learn to have a kind heart in all things, and never let your emotions cloud your actions, though they can be manipulated to grant you more power, if need be. Any questions? No? Then let us begin,"" said Elyrn, summoning a ball of water."
6322,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740,2014-11-27T22:33:00,Nuridia,"""Alright then, let's start again shall we?"" the elder Elia asked nobody in particular, making the motions with her hands and the water in the fountain spin until a slender vortex had begun to form and rose to nearly the height of herself. It was inbred, the Thoth blood tended to produce very powerful water mages and indeed both Princess Elias were very skilled for their age. Ellie, as the younger was nicknamed brushed the dust off the purple skirt of her gown and smiled. ""Oh yeah, then check this out."" Ellie waved her hand and the water slowly started to freeze in place. ""There are my girls."" a voice called behind them. The redheads turned around and a beautiful woman with silvery blue eyes and flowing white-blonde hair come toward them wearing a white gown. It was their mother Queen Leilani, as the daughter of the star-goddess and granddaughter of the moon goddess she was a stunning beauty. She was called Olantis' White Moon. ""I see you've been practicing your skills again."" she smiled. ""Mother!"" the girls ran into Leilani's arms and she pulled them to her. As they hugged, the elder Elia felt something flash across her mind. A young boy around her age with brown hair working in the fields and she reached up a hand to grip her forehead in pain. She had been having these visions for a while now, nobody knew what they were caused by so the family called them her fits. She would see this same boy some nights in her sleep, sometimes with a foreign church and a group of knights. She had no idea why, but she assumed it was caused by some sort of accident she had.<br/><br/>""Good morning Princess Rini, how was your day?"" her maiden of the bedchamber asked Rini as the princess was having her hair brushed out. The locks had been curled and wrapped in damp strips of fabric, they contained the potion that would dye her hair its famous pink. ""Oh, hello Elvira."" ""My day was as it always was, all eyes on me and everybody told me how beautiful I was."" she said, trying to sound as nonchalant as possible but there was no hiding that unmistakable tone of sadness in her voice whenever she talked about the attention she got for her looks. ""I have a letter for you my lady."" Elvira held up a letter. Rini's eyes brightened just a bit. ""Is it from Mama and Papa?"" 'Will they join me and the little ones for breakfast?"" she asked, her beauty actually sparkled a bit by that moment of hope. Elvira shook her head, her powdered and rouged face looked sad. ""I'm afraid not, but they did send you their love."" ""They said that they're much too busy but to kiss the little ones for them."" ""Also there's a box, fine blue gems from Olantis."" ""Aquamarine, tanzanite, sapphire, iolite."" ""Any one would go great with your eyes, and the beautiful fine pearls!"" a younger lady swooned. Rini turned to the mirror, the small smile twitched a bit before it dropped and the spark in her eyes disappeared. ""Oh, well."" ""I understand that they will be busy."" Irina stood up and turned to face a wall. ""I will be alone."" she said. ""But my lady, don't you even want to see the gift they sent?"" Elvira asked. ""I don't want it Vira, please take it away."" Rini said, her voice getting slightly thicker. ""Oh ma'..."" ""I said take it away and go!"" ""Leave me alone!"" Rini shouted in anger not even looking at them. The ladies looked at each other before bowing and leaving, one left the box on the bedroom floor. Rini still looked at the wall, tears blackened with mascara fell down her pale face and a hand was clasped over her mouth. When they were gone, she fell to her knees and allowed herself to cry. She noticed the box and picked it up, looking at the jewels inside. As she looked at the seal she thought about her parents and closed the lid, her hand wrapping around it before Rini looked away and threw the box at the wall, the jewels spilled everywhere with a pinging sound. A vision of men in armor and a boy in rough clothes flashed across her mind but she was too upset to care, the resulting headache only made her cry more, laying on the floor in a total mess."
6323,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740,2014-11-27T23:36:00,Tomia,"The guard outside Darmis' room nodded and bowed his head to her. ""Yes m'lady, Lord Darmis is in his chambers. He stepped inside to see Darmis sitting at his desk, going over reports from field agents. ""What is it?"" He asked the guard when he entered, ""My lord, Lady Ellyn has returned and is her to see you."" Darmis nodded, ""Let her in"". The guard stepped back out of the room and turned to Ellyn, ""He will see you now my lady.""<br/>Meanwhile Kaden had finished his meal and decided to lay down. He was very tired and wanted to clear his head. As he slept he saw strange images of a man and a woman who seemed to be royalty. They were surrounded by what seemed to e their family as children were all running and and playing happily. The scene made Kaden, never knowing the feeling of having siblings. He felt connected to this scene however, as if it was a different memory, but Kaden knew that couldn't be possible. He was sure it was just a wishful dream."
6324,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740,2014-11-28T00:24:00,Auropa,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Drako – The hunter</span></span><br/><br/>The cloaked man on horseback was passing a wheat field along the country side of Adrea, in the distance he could see a boy working the fields and began to think to himself. The rider was named Drako, a hunter seeking the prophecy like countless others. He was tempted to stop and see if the boy could point out the nearest inn with a soft bed but decided to keep moving in order to get to the village of Abscilla. For a while now the false king’s men had been showing interest in the area. It took the hunter time to discover this and still only got small glimpses of the whole story but it appeared that they believed the Knights of Berian to be linked to one of the local towns. To what extent however he had no idea. While it wasn’t much to go off, it was still a lead and Drako was in short supply of them these days. Tapping his heels against his mount he steadily sped up as he began to make out the in the distance village. The knights were a slippery bunch and while he trusted them about as far as he could throw them, they would know more about the hero of prophecy than anyone else. Although he doubted that they hadn’t noticed the king’s interest in the town and by now they might’ve already left it far behind them.<br/><br/>Reigning his horse to a standstill, he tried not to think about that last possibility. It had been a long and hard journey with hardly any rests, after all he was trying to out-run the army, and he didn’t want it to all go to waste because he was too slow. Climbing off the horse he felt his limbs moan to him as they protested against his will, but as he put weight on his own two feet the pain and unease steadily diminished and returned to normal as he walked beside his horse. “You know, I blame you for this.” He finally said to his mount as the last of his aches began to disperse. Unsurprisingly there was no response.<br/><br/>Looking around he quickly spotted a small store being run by a young girl. No older than 18 (maybe a young 17) and running a stall all alone.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Greaat…</span>he thought to himself. If he heard one more kid do that ‘respectful old-timey’ voice he was going to end up going insane. As he walked towards the stall he suddenly realised that he might not appear as the most kind of customers. After all, he had a sword at his waist and was walking a horse that was visibly holding a shield, a crossbow and maybe a dozen or so quivers. Deciding that he didn’t want to give anyone heart attack he removed his cowl as he came closer and did his best to make the sword less frightening. After all this girl might of never even seen an armoured knight let alone a hunter’s blade.<br/><br/>As he covered the last few steps he had another sudden realisation. This girl was a fighter. It was obvious up close. She hid it well, almost perfectly in fact, but there was one thing she couldn’t hide; her preparation. She very well might not have any ties to the knights but she was still too be a normal townswoman, what’s more her eyes were constantly darting. Observing and predicting the movements of everyone around her.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Then again, she’s still a child and you haven’t slept in god knows how long. Maybe you’ve just finally lost it? </span>either way he still had no idea how to get around town and had to ask someone some questions. But maybe he could gather some more Intel in the meantime. “Good day miss, my name is Drako captain of his highness’ scouts” he lied “I’m doing some important work for his majesty and was wondering if you could point me out to any local inns.” As he talked he quickly flashed the badge of a royal captain which he had ‘collected’ during his travels. As he waited for the response he looked closely at the girl and watched for anything that could give her away."
6325,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740,2014-11-28T00:49:00,Nuridia,"Elia woke up in a large spacious canopy bed surrounded with gauzy curtains, it was her own. Ellie was standing on the side busily wringing out cool cloths. Elia randomly put a hand to her neck, making sure it was still there. The it being mentioned was one of the three Sedna, magical gems forged by moth human and divine hands that greatly amplified a water mage's power when worn, however it did not amplify skill so it took already great skill and training to use one. Ellie wore the other as a brooch and the third one was worn by the king himself. Their brother Alaric was a fire Mage like their mother and so he trained with her. ""Elle, what happened?"" Elia asked weakly. ""You had another one of your fits again."" ""You think it has something to do with the Adrean prophecy, there has to be a reason you see this boy and this church all the time."" Ellie placed a cloth on her sister's forehead while Elia stared up at the ceiling, cringing as she saw hazel eyes and symbols.<br/><br/>Rini finally collected herself and got up, having to reapply her makeup and take out the dye wraps herself as she didn't want to call her ladies in for help. She would have to apologize later but her pride wouldn't let her do it now. She saw the scattered gems on the floor and couldn't stand to look at them, her parents gave her everything a girl could want except the one thing she really wanted. Their physical presence and their love, to be tucked into bed and read a story by them, to have breakfast with them, to go on a private outing with them and her siblings, just the seven of them like a normal family. There had been a bread shortage last week, the jewels would do them more good than they'd do her. Rini clumsily gathered them again into an empty box she had, going to sell them and use the money for the people. She'd go gather her siblings again and take them with her, she was kind of like their mother. On top of that, she also had to deal with these strange visions. Anyway, Rini went down the hall, pink curls and all bouncing down her back done with velvet ribbons and nearly fell as another searing headache came on."
6326,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740,2014-11-28T00:50:00,Masimino,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Niccolo Bock</span><br/>Niccolo was in his quarters, exercising. He didn't have anything better to do, whatever he did to keep him preoccupied, he would remember his family. Each time he did a push up, a seat up, a chin up or any exercise, he would remember how Garax's men, how they slaughtered his village, razed the buildings. He would remember how his father was fighting them off, giving the villagers time to escape. He remembered how he fought with his father, side to side, killing the soldiers one by one. But it was all in vain, his father died when a soldier stabbed him from behind, and remembered how he brutally beat the soldier to death, as he slowly went mad with the fact his father died. It was the day he swore revenge against Garax, one way or another.<br/><br/>He stopped his training and proceeded to Lord Darmis' guards and asked ""Is Darmis here?"" he wants to do something in his spare time."
6327,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740,2014-11-28T09:03:00,Tomia,"The guard saw Niccolo approach and spoke to him, ""Lord Darmis is in a meeting at the moment. Lady Ellyn has recently returned from assignment.""<br/>Meanwhile Fiona had noticed a soldier approaching and steeled her nerves and showed no sign of reaction other than what a regular villager would have. ""Hello sir,"" She said in a calm voice, subtly studying him for information. He certainly didn't seem like a royal captain, but she couldn't be sure. ""There's a tavern down the road. They should take you in."" She told him, pointing her finger down the road toward a large building.<br/>Kaden had a woken from his dreams and saw that it was now dark out. He sat up in his bed and rubbed his eyes. That dream had been more vivid and realistic than any he had had before. Who were those people? Why was he seeing them? Kaden was confused, he didn't know what was going on. He wished he knew who these people were, and maybe if they were his family he could find them. Then he could finally not feel alone anymore."
6328,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740,2014-11-28T10:16:00,The Starlight,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ellyn Tarembor</span><br/><br/>Ellyn nodded to the guard and walked in, saying ""Thanks."" Bowing to Lord Darmis, she said, ""M'lord, my assignment is complete."" She had been sent to the countryside, where several villages had been terrorized by 10 of Garax's troops. She continued, ""The band of Garax's men will not harass any villagers anymore."" After that, she went into more detail, saying what she had seen and done. Finished, she asked, ""Do you have another assignment for me, m'lord?"""
6329,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740,2014-11-28T10:24:00,Nuridia,"""She's having yet another fit?"" Alaric asked when he walked into the room. He had fierce silver eyes and curling red hair just like his sisters. As the eldest and the heir to the throne, he was often away studying or training or on trips with his father so when he could have down time with his family it was time well relished. He was a very handsome youth as well and the ladies loved him, he had already had a lover or two. ""Al."" Elia said weakly, smiling at her twin as he walked over to the bed and sat by her. Ellie sat on the other side. ""She keeps having these visions, and some of them include herself."" ""I think that it has something to do with the prophecy."" ""Anyway, I wanted to help our ally of Adrea by looking for these Gatekeepers."" ""Maybe the gods are showing me something but what?"" ""As soon as I'm up I'm going to go to the library and search."" the elder Elia said.<br/><br/>Rini had gotten home with her younger siblings, the nurses had tried to make her stay after she had nearly collapsed in the hallway after a headache. She had been getting these a lot lately, although she didn't know why. Also Irina had helped repair the new grain silo in the capital, using her earth magic to do some good. It felt nice to make others smile, even though she'd complained bitterly about getting dirty and how hot it was. She had donated half of the jewels and had no idea what to do with the rest of it. ""Rini, can we go on a picnic by the marsh?"" her little brother Louis-Charles asked her. ""The marsh?"" ""With all the mosquitoes and the murky water and the rough grass that'll ruin my gown and leave ugly bug bites on my skin?"" ""No thank you, looking flawless takes work and it'll ruin it all."" ""How about we have one in the gazebo instead, is that okay?""<br/>""Fine, okay I guess."" The boy was obviously a bit disappointed."
6330,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740,2014-11-28T10:30:00,Saolda,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Mari Valencia</span><br/><br/>Bored and broke. Mari hated those two words, and yet, that was her current state. Her purse would now just emit a slow, sad jingle, evidence that her situation was getting desperate. To add, her foot tapped sporadically, itching to go somewhere to do something, but for now, she waited. The cloaked mercenary knew when to sit still and wait for an opportunity to come to her, because that was a heck of a lot cheaper than bouncing around like a child on a sugar-rush. So, with resigned patience, Mari stood leaning against the outside of the tavern. Luckily, she had an apple to munch on to keep her busy, and if you asked, she would say she<span style=""font-style: italic"">totally acquired it by legal means.</span><br/><br/>In the distance, a crowd bustled around, trying to push from one store to the next in a flurry of bartering, trading, and bickering. Mari loved this people watching, chuckling at the idiosyncrasies of human life. But then, an anomaly pushed through the throng of people. A cloaked man and his horse came up to that stall of a young lady. Intrigued by this stranger, the mercenary kept her eyes locked on him while taking a large bite of her apple.<br/><br/>The two exchanged a few words and then the store owner pointed in Mari's direction. On instinct, her heart jumped. Was he here for her? Had the law finally caught up to her? His weapons were not the standard issue of the king's men, but it was safer to assume all people with weapons were out to get her. She'd only taken a few... okay, it probably all added up to a lot, but still. How? Then, her rationality kicked in as she realized the girl had probably just been referring to the building behind her. Mari suddenly felt glad that her face had been covered by her hood. Hopefully no one saw that brief moment of fear.<br/><br/>As the man came closer, Mari still could not tell where is allegiance lied. King's man or not, it was unwise to cross a man with so many weapons. Still, the woman was desperate and he seemed awfully exhausted. She was hoping for more honest work, but if push came to shove, she would be take someone's purse by the end of the day. So, calling out to the stranger, she said, ""Oi, quite a dangerous lookin' horse you got there!"" Mari smiled, pointing to all the weapons strapped to the mount. ""It ain't gonna hurt nobody, is it?"""
6331,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740,2014-11-28T11:09:00,Tomia,"Darmis watched as Ellyn came into his office and bowed before him. He listened to her report and nodded. ""Good work Ellyn, the more we protect the people the more they will favor our cause. Now that you're back, I'll see what else I have for you."" He searched through his files, ""Well, reports of a werewolf bad threatening the city of Amber. If we alleviated their plight, I'm sure they would be grateful. This will not be easy, so I suggest you seek out aid from one of your fellow knights."" He told Ellyn."
6332,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740,2014-11-28T11:25:00,The Starlight,"<blockquote><div><cite>Tomia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321740&amp;p=22602696#p22602696"">wrote</a>:</cite>Darmis watched as Ellyn came into his office and bowed before him. He listened to her report and nodded. ""Good work Ellyn, the more we protect the people the more they will favor our cause. Now that you're back, I'll see what else I have for you."" He searched through his files, ""Well, reports of a werewolf bad threatening the city of Amber. If we alleviated their plight, I'm sure they would be grateful. This will not be easy, so I suggest you seek out aid from one of your fellow knights."" He told Ellyn.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Thank you, m'lord, I shall head out immediately with a fellow knight. Pressing a hand to her heart as a salute,"" she walked out, to see Niccolo Bock, another knight. He was quite the passionate fellow, though for good reason, his village and family being killed by Garax's soldiers. ""Niccolo, "" she said, ""Lord Darmis has given me an assignment, of slaying a werewolf threatening the city of Amber. As he suggested that I take another knight, would you like to come with me?"" she asked."
6333,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740,2014-11-28T11:41:00,Aden Protectorate,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Temple of Murals - City of Cobelpan - Kingdom of Puntu</span><br/><br/>Stone Shark, the High Priest of Puuc, the Envoy of the God stood upon the top of the Temple of Murals. His home ever since his selection as Priest. The Temple was built like a step-pyramid, elaborately decorated. At the very top was a chamber decorated with elaborate murals, depicting the story of the Puntun people. Murals in pearl and in spondylus. Surrounding the chamber were four magnificent stela two showed the form of the God Puuc, another had all the names of past Kings of Puntu, the last had the names of previous High Priests carved into them. In the fourth stele Stone Shark's name was finally after 20 odd years being engraved into the stele, along with on one side a miniature graphic of his face on one side. In total there had been almost 550 High Priests since 1,500 years before Berian, when they had begun to record such facts. He began to walk down the Temple of Murals staircase, towards his residence, which was at the bottom to the right.<br/><br/>He entered the small dwelling, which was no more than a living area and a cooking area, with a small floating garden in the canal behind it. It was late, almost dark, so he quickly rested his head upon his simple mat and textile. Then as he fell into a deep slumber, he saw him. In the haze of his dreams he saw the God Puuc. He had not received a vision from Puuc since the time when he lead his people in the siege of Cobelpan, when Garax had almost destroyed the city, the visions had given him the ability to continue on in a time of great peril. This dream however was different, whereas in other visions he had been spoken to by the god in a setting similar to the Temple of Murals, but int his dream he was drowned, at the bottom of a lake, the seaweed like figures caressing him.<br/><br/>The god Puuc was above him, his form impossible to see because of the bright white light radiating from him. The god ordered him to stand, and so he did. The god stood before him and he spoke.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Stone Shark, he who is my envoy to the Puntun people, the true blessed people, it has been many years since I have come to you. I see you have done well defending your city and people from the heretic hordes that once knocked on your gates. You have done well Stone Shark.""<br/><br/>""However I must warn you. The world will soon be shaken by its pillars. Garax will fall in time. But you have a role to play in his downfall, Stone Shark, you know that often I have sent your predecessors on Vision Quests. Well, good Stone Shark, I must implore you to embark on a Vision Quest for me, one that will have auspicious meaning for all of Adrea.""<br/><br/>""Good Stone Shark, I beseech you, head to the city of Calixria, and find the Academy, find the Head-Mage of Water, there I command you to show them the ways of the Puntun Magical Arts, for it shall be essential for the defeat of the dark that control our land. From their I shall give you further instructions. </span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Outskirts of Cobelpan - Kingdom of Puntu</span><br/><br/>Stone Shark paddled slowly round the White Cliffs, the limestone cliffs that surrounded the harbour of Cobelpan. He had left the city with much sorrow, though it was common for High Priests to go on Vision Quests. He would land his canoe in the nearby Puntun port of Yihtza were he would embark through the forests that surrounded the kingdom.<br/><br/>Slowly the docks of Yihtza came into view, he docked at a Beach Landing, he was not dressed in his priestly attire, so he was not greeted by anyone, instead he payed a dockhand to help him move the canoe up into a Store House. He would continue on with a Horse. He departed the port via a White Sacbe, a road constructed from Limestone and entered the forest. The trees were thick with Bee Hives he passed a beekeeper and purchased a couple honeycombs wrapped in cloth and put them in his satchel.<br/><br/>Beneath his cloak which was plain brown he wore priestly attire made out of Jaguar Skin, though he would probably have to change this when he got closer to Calixria, into more casual clothes. He continued on, for the next few days he would ride by night and sleep by day, in order to avoid any inconveniences that may derail his path. Soon he was only days away from Calixria and his destination. As he neared the city, being almost a day away, he sent a message to the Head-Mage of Water at the Academy, under the guise of a traveling mage, not a High Priest of Puntu, in order not to attract attention from the Dark Forces at work in the city.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-style: italic"">My esteemed fellow practitioner,<br/><br/>I am a traveling mage returning to the city after a long time abroad, studying the magicraft of the foreign peoples, especially the Puntun, I have compiled a journal on the subject of Foreign Water Magical Arts, and I would like to be able to present it to your class. And donate a copy to the library of the Academy.<br/><br/>Please respond with haste,<br/><br/>-X.R. Ceruleus<br/></span></blockquote>"
6334,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740,2014-11-28T12:14:00,The Starlight,"<blockquote><div><cite>Aden Protectorate <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321740&amp;p=22602936#p22602936"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-style: italic"">My esteemed fellow practitioner,<br/><br/>I am a traveling mage returning to the city after a long time abroad, studying the magicraft of the foreign peoples, especially the Puntun, I have compiled a journal on the subject of Foreign Water Magical Arts, and I would like to be able to present it to your class. And donate a copy to the library of the Academy.<br/><br/>Please respond with haste,<br/><br/>-X.R. Ceruleus<br/></span></blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/>After the bell rang, Elyrn dismissed her students and walked into her office, the lesson complete. She had been teaching them of how to push and pull water, all around them, from out of water glass and then back into them. Then, demonstrating an attack, she had began to show them how to fire blasts of water and then have the blast separate into smaller blasts of water. Seeing the letter lying on her desk, she read it, and was quite intrigued. She herself had not studied extensively into the arts of Puntun water magic, only covering it and practicing it scarcely. Picking up her quill, she dipped in ink and wrote back.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-style: italic"">To X.R. Ceruleus,<br/><br/>I welcome you to Calixira Academy, fellow practitioner, and I look forward to seeing your analysis and display of Puntun water magic, along with reading your journal, as I myself did not study extensively in that particular form. I shall make the necessary arrangements and anticipate your arrival.<br/><br/>Safe travels, <br/><br/>Head-Mage of Water, <br/>Elyrn Tarembor.</span></blockquote>"
6335,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740,2014-11-28T12:46:00,Nuridia,"""Now, let's get ready."" ""We'll study along the way, right now we have a quest to go on."" Elia said, packing her things. She still was a little pale and weak from the vision-induced headaches but she figured that if the prophecy was real they had to get a move on as soon as possible. Her parents were very hesitant about letting their daughter go on a journey alone all by herself to a foreign power.<br/><br/>""I'm going with you right?"" ""You're not leaving me behind, I totally refuse!"" Ellie said resolutely, taking books on Adrea inside of a suitcase as well. ""Ellie I do..."" ""Don't say I'm too young or I'm not strong enough!"" ""I am strong enough and you know it!"" ""I understand you and Alaric want to protect me but there's no need to treat me like I'm fragile or a baby!"" Ellie said resolutely. Elia couldn't help but crack a smile at it. ""Alright, but mother and father wold never allow it."" she said. ""That's why we won't tell them."" Ellie spoke, grabbing her things. It was nightfall and they planned on leaving first thing in the morning when the moon was still out. Right now, they were heading to the library to do some research on this prophecy. Hopefully the kingdom's Archmage would have an idea, but they had to find a way to get to the temple. Wearing dark cloaks, the girls rose from their beds and crept out of their bedchamber. Hopefully nobody would notice they were gone."
6336,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740,2014-11-28T13:09:00,Tomia,When Fiona was done speaking to the soldier she excused herself and headed to the home se was staying in. She headed to the fire pit and wrote a letter that she enchanted with a spell and tossed in the pit. She sent the letter to Darmis to warn him of the presence of one of Garax's soldiers in the town. It might have been a coincidence but she had to make sure. If Garax knew about Kaden's location they needed to find him as soon as possible. She would visit him soon under the guise of selling his family supplies. She needed to make sure he was alright.
6337,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740,2014-11-28T13:50:00,Aden Protectorate,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Outskirts of Calixria - Adrea</span><br/><br/>Stone Shark woke, beneath lay his sleeping mat, above him was a sleeping textile, very thin, good for the hot nights of Puntu, but not for the colder nights of Adrea. After sending the letter he had continued on for the rest of the night, before stopping at midnight to rest. When he awoke he found dew on his nose, rather than wipe it off, using his magic he levitated of his nose and onto a nearby flower petal, it then moved down the stem and into the ground. The journal he had spoken of in the letter was real, indeed he had taken a book used for instruction in Puntun Magical Arts from the Temple of Murals.<br/><br/>He got up, and packed his things back into his satchel, the dawn was just breaking, he had slept for barely five hours, no matter. He didn't need much sleep. The dew coated everything, and his bare feet grew cold and raw. He hoped onto his horse, and began to ride, trying to be able to enter the city by midday, and so he did. He and his horse, Pok-ta-pok reached the gates of Calixria just before noon. He had changed out of his priestly robes and stuffed his feathered headress deep into his satchel. He know wore a simple tunic underneath his long cloak. Before he reached the city he put up his hood, in order to hide the colour of his skin, which was slightly darker than the Adreans. The Puntun were not appreciated this far inland.<br/><br/>Getting past the gates he started walking down the main street. He had been in Calixria once before, and vaguely remembered the location of the academy. After some maneuvering and talking with the locals he was directed to the academy. When he got to the Academy he walked in and was greeted by a maid.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Hello, how can I help you?""</span><br/><br/>He replied.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Yes you can help me. I am Mr. X. R. Ceruleus, I believe Head-Mage Elyrn Tarembor is expecting me.""</span><br/><br/>She paused a second to think.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""I believe she is.""</span><br/><br/>She lead him down the hallway towards the Head-Mage's office. Once they reached the door, she turned to face him.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""She is in here.""</span><br/><br/>He knocked on the door.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Head-Mage Tarembor are you in there?""</span>"
6338,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740,2014-11-28T14:32:00,The Starlight,"The next morning, the students had already assembled and Elyrn was preparing to walk out of her office when she heard a knock. Opening the door, she saw the mage who had written to her. Yes, I am here. Welcome, Mr. Ceruleus, to Calixiria Academy. The students have already assembled, and we can go in now unless you have anything else to say."" Elyrn said."
6339,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740,2014-11-28T16:34:00,Nuridia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Temple of the Moon- Olantis</span><br/>""Well it says the entire Adrean royal family was murdered fifteen years ago in their own castle."" ""It was their own archmage that did it, and he thought that he had killed everybody but rumor has it that one child survived."" Elia said, stdying an Olantan news book. It was a collection of recent events from here and around the world that were recorded, dated and written by messengers. ""And legend fortells of some sort of prophecy involving companions or something?"" ""Five if I recall."" ""But how does that explain these visions?"" the redhead asked herself. ""Does it have something to do with the elements?"" 'There are five elements, earth, water, air, fire and quintessence, commonly called darkness due to its being the most powerful form of dark energy."" Ellie said from her own book. ""Well we have the water, but I don't think it means anything."" Elia pondered.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Marseille, Valeire Palace</span><br/>""Louis, come out please."" Rini was standing at her younger brother's door. She hated this, everytime she made somebody upset she always felt bad at the end for some reason even though it was no big deal. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Mon petit roi?</span>"" Ever since he was born Louis was known as the little king among his family. He was good at leading and taking charge.<br/>""No, it's not fair!"" ""You used to be so nice and play with us, and now you never want to do anything but pick out dresses and makeup!"" ""You promised we'd go to the park today, you always lie!"" When Rini heard that her eyes widened. She had often told her parents they always lied when they broke promises to her. And now she suddenly realized she was putting him through the same. Before she could speak, there was a trumpet sound that announced the king and queen. A tall man with curly dark hair in the Marseille fashion was accompanied by a woman with an extravagant silver gown and her blonde hair piled and decorated with feathers and beads. ""Mama and Papa?"" Rini whispered in surprise. ""Mama and Papa are here?!"" Louis shouted, opening the door in his excitement and accidentally hitting his sister in the face as he ran to his richly dressed parents.<br/><br/>Rini fell on the floor dramatically and grabbed her nose. ""Louis!"" ""If I have an ugly bruise on my face in the morning I'll never forgive you!"" she raved, forgetting her objective momentarily as she felt her face."
6340,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740,2014-11-28T16:51:00,Tomia,"A man dressed in dark armor stepped of the deck of a ship docked in Marseille. He was accompanied by two men who appeared to be his body guards. The man was very tall and broad chested, with a scar across his cheek. ""Let's move, the palace awaits."" He wore no sigil or banner. He was sent by secret to capture the crown princess of Marseille. His mission was to be completely secret, as it would be quite embarrassing for his employer if he was caught. The man moved silently through the city with his guards, he would soon reach the castle and then his job would begin."
6341,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740,2014-11-28T17:02:00,Masimino,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Starlight <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321740&amp;p=22602827#p22602827"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Tomia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321740&amp;p=22602696#p22602696"">wrote</a>:</cite>Darmis watched as Ellyn came into his office and bowed before him. He listened to her report and nodded. ""Good work Ellyn, the more we protect the people the more they will favor our cause. Now that you're back, I'll see what else I have for you."" He searched through his files, ""Well, reports of a werewolf bad threatening the city of Amber. If we alleviated their plight, I'm sure they would be grateful. This will not be easy, so I suggest you seek out aid from one of your fellow knights."" He told Ellyn.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Thank you, m'lord, I shall head out immediately with a fellow knight. Pressing a hand to her heart as a salute,"" she walked out, to see Niccolo Bock, another knight. He was quite the passionate fellow, though for good reason, his village and family being killed by Garax's soldiers. ""Niccolo, "" she said, ""Lord Darmis has given me an assignment, of slaying a werewolf threatening the city of Amber. As he suggested that I take another knight, would you like to come with me?"" she asked.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Niccolo thought for it for a minute, and simply nodded in agreement, he wants to do something else instead of being cramped up in the barracks all day. ""Outside, I wait for you"" he said to Ellyn. He went to his quarters, grabbed his hear and waited for Ellyn."
6342,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=25,2014-11-28T17:07:00,Nuridia,"King Louis and Queen Marie hugged their son and then turned to their daughter. ""Rini dear, you look as beautiful as ever."" Marie smiled, a glint in her blue eyes. Rini's eye twitched a bit but she smiled back at them. She was happy enough to be seeing them. ""Mama, Papa."" she said, going over to them for a hug. Her pink hair shone in the light. ""My dear."" Louis said, hugging her. Rini smiled and hugged him back before turning to Louis. ""Louis, I know I didn't take you to the marshes."" ""I'm sorry, how about maybe I can take you wherever you pick."" ""I would promise but you probably won't believe it."" ""But this is the truth, I got you a fabulous present for your birthday."" Rini smiled. Louis rushed to hug her. ""Really?"" he asked, nearly tackling her. Rini hugged him but twitched a little when she realized his hands were still sandy and sticky from eating pastries and playing outside. ""Watch the Elonian velvet huh?!"" Rini cried but still maintained a hint of a smile."
6343,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=25,2014-11-28T18:58:00,Tomia,"The armored man made his way through the streets of Marseille and approached the royal palace. As he reached the castle he considered his options of approach. He decided he would start of subtle to get past the guards. He entered an alleyway with his two guards and cast a spell that disguised them all as merchants with a cart of goods. This would be good enough to fool the guards. they made their way toward the palace gates with their disguise, claiming to be merchants with supplies for the palace."
6344,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=25,2014-11-28T19:08:00,Aden Protectorate,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Starlight <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321740&amp;p=22604572#p22604572"">wrote</a>:</cite>The next morning, the students had already assembled and Elyrn was preparing to walk out of her office when she heard a knock. Opening the door, she saw the mage who had written to her. Yes, I am here. Welcome, Mr. Ceruleus, to Calixiria Academy. The students have already assembled, and we can go in now unless you have anything else to say."" Elyrn said.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""No I have nothing else to say other than let's begin!""</span><br/><br/>He would wait to tell her his true identity after the demonstration with the students. If he had time. He would be staying overnight perhaps, he needed to get another vision from Puuc, but these could only be achieved under the right conditions and most often with at least twelve hours of sleep, which he had not had in at least a week since his last vision.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""How large is your class? I must ask.""</span>"
6345,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=25,2014-11-28T19:21:00,Nuridia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Tomia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321740&amp;p=22608396#p22608396"">wrote</a>:</cite>The armored man made his way through the streets of Marseille and approached the royal palace. As he reached the castle he considered his options of approach. He decided he would start of subtle to get past the guards. He entered an alleyway with his two guards and cast a spell that disguised them all as merchants with a cart of goods. This would be good enough to fool the guards. they made their way toward the palace gates with their disguise, claiming to be merchants with supplies for the palace.</div></blockquote><br/>A servant rushed toward the royal family informing them that there were merchants coming and that they were at the gates with carts of supplies for the palace. King Louis looked up. ""I don't remember ordering any new supplies, did you dear?"" Queen Marie shook her head at her husband's question. ""Non, nothing."" ""Was it you Rini?"" Her parents asked her. ""I did have an order for new riding gloves and some gifts for the little ones but they're not due for another three days."" ""I had been saving up for them, maybe they're early."" Rini said. She stood up and decided to walk out herself to meet them, taking two guards with her."
6346,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=25,2014-11-28T20:01:00,The Starlight,"<blockquote><div><cite>Aden Protectorate <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321740&amp;p=22608522#p22608522"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-style: italic"">""No I have nothing else to say other than let's begin!""</span><br/><br/>He would wait to tell her his true identity after the demonstration with the students. If he had time. He would be staying overnight perhaps, he needed to get another vision from Puuc, but these could only be achieved under the right conditions and most often with at least twelve hours of sleep, which he had not had in at least a week since his last vision.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""How large is your class? I must ask.""</span></div></blockquote><br/><br/>""About 20-30 mages-in-training,"" said Elyrn, before opening the door and speaking to the class. ""Good morning students. We have a guest today, Mr. X.E. Ceruleus, a traveling mage who has studied the art of water magic, especially the secrets of the Puntun water magic, rarely known, and is generously giving a copy of his discoveries to the library. It should a good learning experience for you all, and I expect you to pay attention. Please, Mr. Ceruleus, begin."" said Elyrn, sitting down in her chair at her desk."
6347,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=25,2014-11-28T20:30:00,Aden Protectorate,"Stone Shark stood up at the front, in front of all the students. In his hand he had a copy of the Book of Murals, the ""journal"" he would be presenting to the library. It was a manual on Puntun mythology and magic. It was a sacred text, and considered holy to the Puntun Cult of Puuc.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Thank you Head-Mage.""<br/><br/>""Well to start, the Puntun people are a ethnic tribe, not intensely studied by this Academy, as your Head-Mage has told me.""<br/><br/>""The Puntun state, called Puntu and centred on the city of Cobelpan, which itself is built on a marsh. On the eastern coast of Adrea. The Puntun people are not linked to any other tribe and are believed to have sailed from overseas. They are unique among the Adrean people for two main reasons, one they worship a Pagan God known as Puuc, who holds domain over the seas and two the practice a form of Water Magic completely different from any other form on the continent.""<br/><br/>""While the Water Magic you are being taught focuses on the manipulation of water itself, the Puntun Magical Arts focuses more on the manipulation of the Spirits of the Drowned to do their bidding. In theory they can indirectly manipulate water as you do, but they do it through a medium unlike yourselves.""<br/><br/>""Their religion and their magic is closely entwined, in order to practice their magic it is believed you must become in communion with the God Puuc. In fact, before beginning practice they are required to be drowned and revived. They call this Xibaalbaa and during the time which they are temporarily drowned they believe that they speak with Puuc. After being revived they are begin instruction through a series of instructions from a Priest of the Cult of Puuc.""<br/><br/>""In my time in Cobelpan I was instructed by the High Priest himself. Let me demonstrate."" </span><br/><br/>Stone Shark raised his hand and closed his eyes, beside him was a jug of water, out of the jug slowly rose a mist which took the shape of a small human being, possibly a child. As it rose he spoke.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""The Puntun believe that in every drop of water there is a spirit of the drowned, they manipulate these spirits do their bidding.</span><br/><br/>He twisted both his hands inward then above his head. The spirit went back into the jug and slowly the water rose back out of the jug, and swirled into a vortex before dissipating into steam.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""However, trained Puntun Priests can accomplish these tasks in a mere seconds. Questions?""</span>"
6348,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=25,2014-11-28T20:33:00,Tomia,"The mercenary approached the palace and saw a young woman dressed in elegant clothing approached him. He knew by description that she was the one he was looking for. He approached with his cart and two men. He needed her to approach so he stayed in character. ""Your highness, I have a package for you!"" He called to her. Secretly he and his men were preparing to attack.<br/>Meanwhile Kaden had decided to leave his house to get some air. He went off and climbed a near by tree and sat down in the branches. He watched the moon in the sky and wondered if his parents were out there somewhere. He wanted to find his family and his place in the world. He enjoyed his life and was happy with it, but he wondered if there was anything more out there for him."
6349,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=25,2014-11-28T22:27:00,Nuridia,"""Yes, I know."" ""But I don't remember seeing you two before."" ""I order a lot of things, perfumes, new fabrics for new gowns, jewels, shoes and the like so I know nearly every merchant and tradesman in this country and I've never seen you two before in my life."" Rini said as she cautiously apporached. They must've been new, but if they tried anything she'd hit them with a blast of earth magic.<br/><br/>In Olantis, both of the Elias were busy studying. They had to brush up on everything about Adrea and this prophecy in order to prepare for their journey. They had been reading and taking notes and also the princesses had to hone their magic. It was to be a very dangerous journey and they had to be prepared."
6350,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=25,2014-11-28T22:39:00,Apto,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Kundrata Visivon</span><br/><br/>The distinct sound of ballistae being prepared and loaded with harpoons was a welcome sight, so too was the sight of the Tresmirime catching up to its latest target. The flag of Adrea's navy waved proudly atop the Tresmirime. Kundrata couldn't wait to lower it and raise the typical 'skulls and bones with a black backdrop' flag pirates were known for. He had been in this business for a long time but he still couldn't shake off the feeling that came with boarding defenseless ships.<br/><br/>""Ready!"" He shouted, the ensuing replies erased any trace of pity from his mind as the gunners took aim. ""Shoot!"" A barrage of harpoons pierced the hull of the ship adjacent to the Tresmirime as the two ships were brought closer together. His men jumped the gap, weapons held high, as the Adrean flag was lowered and replaced by the Jolly Roger. Civilians screamed and scrambled but none of the 'pirates' moved to harm them. They strut aboard the boarded ship with confidence, daring anyone to assualt them as the crossbowmen aboard the Tresmirime stood at their posts, ready to shoot anyone who posed a threat.<br/><br/>""Round 'em up lads!"" Kundrata shouted and his men followed as they always do. Within minutes the pirates had herded everyone they saw onto the captured ship's deck, . Finally deeming it safe, Kundrata himself boarded the ship and faced his new captives ""No one will be harmed as long none of you move without being asked to.""<br/><br/>""Now, give me a good reason as to why I shouldn't kill all of you right now?"""
6351,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=25,2014-11-28T22:44:00,Tomia,"The armored mercenary saw that the princess wasn't going to buy their ruse for long. He needed to act while he still had the element of surprise. He grabbed an empty box from the cart and approached her, ""You see, we are new to this land your highness. We were very excited to meet you. Here is what you ordered."" He suddenly dropped the box and quickly blasted dark magic at both of her guards. The mercenary's two soldiers charged toward Rini to apprehend her."
6352,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=25,2014-11-28T23:27:00,Nuridia,"Rini eyes the two cautiously while the man picks up the box to hand to her. But then she steps back when the man drops the box and blasts bolts of dark magic at her guards. ""Guys, get down!"" she shouted to them but one of the guards was hit."" ""Rich, are you okay?!"" Rini shook the guard. The guard who had ducked turned to her. ""Run your highness, I'll hold them off!"" The guard bared his sword at the attackers, charging forward. ""I'm not leaving you here alone!"" Rini stomped on the ground abs made a series of movements that would lift the earth and catapult the attackers away. As she did that, her foot caught just after she finished and she moved it from under the wheel as she yelped in pain. ""Damn it, of all the gods damned...!"" ""I just bought these shoes and now I've lost the buckle!"" The princess looked at get foot that had been cut across and now bled. ""Now I'll have an ugly scar on my foot, great!"" ""My second favorite slippers are ruined, you've injured me and my guard and now there's dust on my velvet dress!"" ""Do you know how hard it is to get sand our of velvet?!"" ""You'll pay for this!"" Rini shouted in anger and her eyes flashed, she loosed earth from the ground and used her magic to chuck them at her assailants."
6353,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=25,2014-11-29T01:22:00,Raktio,"Kadria rode by herself down the road on Dusk, recently she had received news that there was a large group of Knights of Adrea who had been hidding in a town. There was nearly enough so to just simply raze the entire town, however she had no quarrel with the innocent civilians. She trotted Dusk upto the town's perimeter, at which point her eyes narrowed into suspicious glare searching for the murders who had killed her family."
6354,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=25,2014-11-29T08:24:00,Tomia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nuridia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321740&amp;p=22611387#p22611387"">wrote</a>:</cite>Rini eyes the two cautiously while the man picks up the box to hand to her. But then she steps back when the man drops the box and blasts bolts of dark magic at her guards. ""Guys, get down!"" she shouted to them but one of the guards was hit."" ""Rich, are you okay?!"" Rini shook the guard. The guard who had ducked turned to her. ""Run your highness, I'll hold them off!"" The guard bared his sword at the attackers, charging forward. ""I'm not leaving you here alone!"" Rini stomped on the ground abs made a series of movements that would lift the earth and catapult the attackers away. As she did that, her foot caught just after she finished and she moved it from under the wheel as she yelped in pain. ""Damn it, of all the gods damned...!"" ""I just bought these shoes and now I've lost the buckle!"" The princess looked at get foot that had been cut across and now bled. ""Now I'll have an ugly scar on my foot, great!"" ""My second favorite slippers are ruined, you've injured me and my guard and now there's dust on my velvet dress!"" ""Do you know how hard it is to get sand our of velvet?!"" ""You'll pay for this!"" Rini shouted in anger and her eyes flashed, she loosed earth from the ground and used her magic to chuck them at her assailants.</div></blockquote><br/>The leader of the attackers looked at Rini and gave a small twisted smile. ""I'm afraid it's you're family that will be paying dear."" His two guards were knocked to the ground hard by the attacks. When they struggled to their feet and growled at the princess. Suddenly they began to transform and claws and fangs appeared on their body. They were werewolves. Once they were fully transformed they howled loudly in the air."
6355,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=25,2014-11-29T09:01:00,Nuridia,"""Ah man, werewolves!"" Rini said, she couldn't hide the fear in her eyes and looked down and saw her injured guard. ""Jean, take Rich into the infirmary!"" ""I'll handle these guys, now go!"" the princess turned to them. ""But mada...just go!"" she said, cutting them off. The guard nodded and went back inside of his palace with his friend, shouting that it be put on lockdown. Rini then turned back to the werewolves, she couldn't hide the face that she was scared and there was no way she could outrun them so she'd have to suck it up and fight. ""Stay back you bastards!"" Rini started chucking larger pieces of earth at them in the hopes of fending them off, running to avoid their claws as she did so.<br/><br/>""Hey Rini!"" a familiar voice called out, making the princess gasp and freeze in her tracks. ""Are we going out now, I got a basket from the servants!"" a boy said cheerfully. His long red hair was tied back with a ribbon that matched his blue and gold damask coat as was their country's fashions. He wore knee breeches and low shoes with a lace shirt. ""<br/><br/>""Louis!"" Rini gasped in horror. She loved all her family but it was no secret that the ten year old Louis was probably her favorite sibling. Despite her being overly finicky when it came to her fashion and looks, there was nothing she wouldn't do for her family and everything else went out of the window. ""Lou, get down!"" ""Get away from here!"" Rini rushed toward Louis and tried to warn him to get him away from the werewolves. When he didn't hear her as it looked like he hadn't seen them she ran toward him to get him away from them."
6356,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=25,2014-11-29T09:14:00,Tomia,"The werewolves growled when the princess sent rocks toward them. They hit them in the face, causing their mouths to bleed. They growled in anger and were about to charge when they saw a little boy come into their sights. They could sense that the girl was scared when she saw him and knew that he would be her weakness. They charged toward Louis to grab him.<br/>Fiona was closing up her shop for the night when she suddenly felt a letter appear in her pocket. She took it out and read it quickly. It was from Darmis. Apparently there was growing activity of Garax's soldiers in the area. Fiona panicked a little but settled herself quickly. The area wasn't safe anymore. In the morning, she would have to move the heir to a safer location."
6357,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=25,2014-11-29T09:37:00,Nuridia,"Rini made it in time but before she could grab him one of the werewolves was there. Louis heard a growl and then he turned around and saw them. ""Louis, let's go!"" she shouted. Louis looked scared but he pulled out the dagger he had at his waist. ""Don't worry sis, I'll protect you."" he said, brandishing it at the wolves but it was obvious he was fearful. ""Stay back, monsters!"" he shouted. Rini sighed and picked Louis up. ""Come on, we need to get out of here!"" she said, running away with him well as best as she could anyway with her cut foot and only one shoe. Suddenly, a vision of that same brown haired boy ran across her vision and it gave Rini a searing headache, causing her to collapse and scream, Louis fell from her arms and onto his side. ""Ouch!"" the boy growled.<br/><br/>In Olantis, Elia the elder and Elia the younger had asked permission from the Archmage to take the books with them. ""We'll stay here tonight, there are secret passages to the docks in this temple and I've written to our loyal servants asking them to meet us with our supplies at the ships before dawn."" the elder Elia said to her sister, the light glinting off of her sapphire necklace."
6358,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=25,2014-11-29T10:14:00,Kuhlfros,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Braedon Tymber</span><br/>As the nights darkness continued on, a lone rider walked through the village of Absicilia on a dark horse, hooded in a cloak, almost as if he was shrouded in darkness, but you could hear from him a song as eerie as was the sight of him, his deep melodic voice sang<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""I was once a squire for the good man of Berian's descent, I lived in those hightowers of stone,<br/>I fought and trained and worked for my lord, and even found a lady of my own,<br/>Then the day came when the mage sought revenge and darkness shrouded this land...<br/>The Rivers Flow in Calixria tonight, the rivers flow red, I say the rivers flow in Calixria tonight for the good king and his family are dead,<br/><br/>I ran, for my life avoiding shadow and storm, for the coast I sought my refuge but the darkmen found me instead!<br/>So now I ride upon this ship of the sun to meet with my long lost lord...again<br/>for the Rivers flow in Calixria, the rivers they all flow red, I say the rivers flow in calixria tonight for the good king and his family are dead..""</span><br/>It was the haunting ballad of a boy who squired for King Abarac, who had escaped the original massacre and ran through the countryside spreading the news of what Garax had done, but eventually had been found trying to escape by sea, he tied upon the mast of a burning ship and sent to sea by Garax's men.<br/><br/>Finally he reached a shop and quietly stepped down from his horse and leaned against the wall, waiting to greet the Knight whom had been the guardian of the heir, for his mission was to help move the boy out of the village along with his guardian for the new ""haven"" where he was to be kept hidden."
6359,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=25,2014-11-29T10:43:00,Auropa,"Drako<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Strange…</span>Drako thought to himself. He had been resting at the inn for a while now but suddenly felt like something somewhere was kicking off.<span style=""font-style: italic"">someone else can deal with it </span>he thought to himself as another heaping of food was laid upon his plate. He had done a little more investigating had quickly discovered that either the knights were very well hidden or had already left town. What’s more, the girl he spoken to earlier was the only thing out of the ordinary he had found, yet she answered all of his questions as any normal citizen would… But still. Drako had a gut feeling that something was happening in the small town. Something big. He didn’t know what, where, when or how but he had an unshakable feeling. Most of which centred on that girl from the stall. She answered everything perfectly as any law abiding citizen would. Though something didn’t fit in about it all. Sighing to himself and cursing his own curiosity he laid a silver coin next to his unfinished meal and nodded towards the inn keeper “thanks but I’m afraid business calls” not listening to the his reply he made his way out and towards the stables and his equipment.<br/><br/>As he moved closer he thought about what he was intending to do. It wasn’t too late in the evening, the sun was setting but it still let out quite a bit of light. That meant most stores would still be open, hopefully there was enough time for Drako to make his way back to the edge of town find a nice vantage point to keep watch from. He didn’t know why but he didn’t trust that girl. Maybe his worries had merit or maybe it was because he simply had no other options to go off of. Either way he couldn’t sit back and relax just yet. Packing some lightweight essentials along with a small dagger he stood up and untethered his horse. “Stay” he said. Hearing the mount’s quiet whine followed by a swift head wag Drako knew that his mount wouldn’t leave anytime soon. It would be ready in case he needed it to move at a moment’s notice. After all the horse was just as much as a hunter as any man he had fought beside. He knew it wouldn’t abandon him. Turning around he made his way back to the stall.<br/><br/>He knew that the girl had seen his face already so made sure to stay relatively far. Soon enough he found a small diner to hang about in. From there he sat and watched. If Drako had practiced anything over the years it was waiting. For most of the time nothing happened but just when his suspicions were about dead and he himself was just about to reign himself in and try again tomorrow, he saw something unusual. The girl, as she was closing her stall, suddenly pulled a letter from her pocket. Shocked, Drako realised that he never saw her receive any mail and from the expression had likely not read it beforehand. Meaning only one thing. Someone had snuck her the letter, it could be orders, a warning or anything for all he knew, but it proved one thing. Something was happening and this girl was playing a part in all of it. That or he really was going insane.<br/><br/>Looks like he’d be pulling an all-nighter he thought to himself as he looked once more to the setting sun. Like hell he was going to let the first actual lead he’s had in god knows how long slip away. Slowly and calmly he got to his feet and left the diner to find a new spot in order to stay inconspicuous and hopefully avoid this mystery girls notice."
6360,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=25,2014-11-29T11:57:00,Tomia,"The two werewolves surrounded the royal pair as they fell. The lead mercenary approached them. ""I suggest you surrender your highness. It would be a shame if the boy here had to get hurt now wouldn't it?"" He asked her as he approached. The two werewolves stood rest and waiting to attack if necessary. Their hungry eyes scanned back and forth between Rini and Louis.<br/>Fiona made her way back to her home as quick as she could. She needed to prepare for the day she would have tomorrow. Telling Kaden the truth would not be easy, and getting out of the town unnoticed would be even harder. Still, she had a job to do and she would do what ever it took to protect Kaden."
6361,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=25,2014-11-29T14:11:00,Raktio,"Tbrough several years of practice Kadria had grown skilled at spotting those who were working for the Knights of Adrea, they all had paticular suspicious habits. The first she found in the town was naturally one of those fools who thought he could kill her.<br/><br/>Her ear picked up a slight<span style=""font-style: italic"">twang</span>, the crossbow bolt didn't get to her however as it impacted on a black dome which had appeared between the time when the bolt was being fired and when it reached its destination. Before the young man could reload the crossbow she savagely blasted it into splinters with a single shadow bolt, and it continued into him. The bolt's remaining power drove him into the air and back several yards, leaving him bloody broken and unconscious.<br/><br/>She took Dusk over to the young man, got off her horse, and proceeded to wake him up. Once he was awake she interrogate him thoroughly, which included plenty of pain and a truth toxin. Once she got all the information she needed she did as originally promised and stopped his pain by killing him. Once done with that she remounted and went into the town seeking out the people the young man had described."
6362,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=25,2014-11-29T14:18:00,Nuridia,"""You won't touch a hair on his head!"" Rini said, clutching Louis to her as she glared at the werewolves surrounding them. Louis glared at the monsters over his sister's shoulder. Rini looked at the wolves and analyzed the situation. She could probably shift the earth underneath them, but that would require movements they couldn't do like this. And running away was out of the question, the wolves would dive on them at once. She could also make a hole and tunnel under the earth, but of course the wolves might come afer them as well. There had to be some way out of this. ""Get away from us!"" Louis made a fireball in his hand after he stepped away from Rini. Animals didn't like fire, maybe it would scare the wolves off. ""Wait!"" Louis ran toward a wolf ready to throw the ball but Rini grabbed his coat. She then glared at the leader of the mercenaries. ""What do you want?"" she growled at him."
6363,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=25,2014-11-29T14:24:00,Tomia,"The werewolves shifted and growled angrily when they saw the fire in Louis' hand. The lead mercenary stepped forward when Rini spoke. ""You your highness, we're here for you. You're worth a great deal of money you know. Come with us and we will let your brother go. If not, well I can not promise his safety."" He told her as his werewolves began to close in on the royal pair. '"
6364,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=25,2014-11-29T16:17:00,Nuridia,"""You can't hurt him, he's only a young boy!"" ""And the prince of Marseille, if you hurt either of us you will have war!"" Rini looked around and saw that any option she tried would get them torn apart by the werewolves. The princess sighed and put her head down. ""Alright, fine."" ""I'll go with you, just leave my brother alone."" ""I surrender."" she sighed resolutely.""Rini, no!"" Louis shouted. ""Louis, run."" ""Get out of here while you still can and get some help."" Rini kissed the child's forehead. ""I'll be okay, I promise."" ""I love you,<span style=""font-style: italic"">mon petit roi.</span>."" Louis looked down at his shoes, he felt so helpless and stood there in anger before a nod from Rini sent him running back to the safety of the palace."
6365,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=25,2014-11-29T16:47:00,Tomia,"The mercenary nodded to Rini, ""Smart girl"" he said to her as he called the werewolves off. They turned back into human beings and moved toward the princess, bounding her hands with rope as Louis ran away. They put a cloak over her so people couldn't recognize her and they wouldn't see that her arms tied. ""Let's get going."" The lead mercenary said nudging Rini to move forward as the guards made sure no one was following. He led her toward the docks where they would take a ship to Adrea. The journey would only be a number of hours, then the mercenary could collect his money and be done with this situation. When they reached the ship he brought Rini on board and brought her below deck and left her in an empty room and locked the door."
6366,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=25,2014-11-29T17:20:00,Nuridia,"Rini struggled a bit when they tied her up and complained when they threw a cloak over her. ""Hey, I just got my hair curled!"" ""You'll ruin it!"" she whined a little as she was taken away. She was then put in an empty room with a locked door. She was outraged, there was not even a bed in here and they gave her no freedom to move. She was virtually a prisoner and not even allowed to walk around the ship."
6367,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=50,2014-11-29T17:57:00,Tomia,"The ship pulled out of the harbor and began sailing toward Adrea. After about an hour a guard came into Rini's room and brought her to another rrom with a bed and a table with a tray of food on it. He then stepped out of the room and locked it again as the ship sailed on.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Next Morning in Adrea</span><br/>The ship arrived at small dock that morning and the head mercenary banged loudly on Rini's door and walked inside. ""Let's go, we're in Adrea."" He told her, pulling her to her feet and taking her out to the top deck. It was still early morning and the sun had barely risen. He walked off the ship with and a few of his guards.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Fiona</span><br/>Fiona woke up early that morning and prepared to head over to Kaden's farm. She was very nervous, she had no idea how this would go. She was about to change this boy's life, she wasn't sure if he would believe her. Still, he was in danger and Fiona had to protect him. The world depended on it. She had a small breakfast but soon found that she wasn't very hungry. She then gathered her weapons and supplies and left the home she was staying in. She had the feeling that this would be the last time she ever stayed in this house."
6368,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=50,2014-11-29T18:19:00,Nuridia,"The ship that carried the Olantan princesses had set sail before the sun had even risen. They both wore cloaks to protect from the cold and rain, and they had been up for the most of the night studying the nature of these visions that the older Elia kept having. Ellie fiddled with her pearl and sapphire necklace thoughtfully with one of the water gems of Olantis attached as a pendant and now Elia was asleep at the table in her cabin and Ellie was asleep in the bed. ""Your highnesses, we've arrived in Adrea."" the cabin boy called to them. Both of the redheads groaned and got up, they got dressed into simple but elegant gowns and put on their cloaks before taking their things and getting off the ship. ""Adrea looks a whole lot different from Olantis."" ""Anyway, let's go find these people you've been seing."" ""We should probably start with the boy first."" Ellie said as she and her sister started to walk from the docks and through the streets of Calixira.<br/><br/>Rini however was not so lucky. She was highly uncomfortable and on top of it all she was a mess. She couldn't even take a spare change of clothes with her and so she was wearing the same dusty gown that she had been kidnapped in. However, she had managed to shake some of it off and you could still tell it was of very fine make. Her one shoe was still broken and with her hands bound she couldn't fix the buckle. Even when she was moved to a room with a bed, she had to slep with her hands tied behind her and it was miserable and she woke up with a hell of a backache and stiff neck that morning. The food was terrible but she didn't complain as she felt that it was lucky that she had gotten fed at all. She had pretty much sulked all the way there, she made up her mind to be as difficult as possible and maybe they'd get sick of her and let her go. She had whined and complained and bitched but they kept her there. The mercenary pulled her roughly out of bed and took her to the top deck. ""Is this how you treat a lady?"" ""I can get up myself perfectly fine thank you!"" she spat as the mercenary man-handled her. She'd probably be bruised if she ever got out of this."
6369,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=50,2014-11-29T18:58:00,Tomia,"""Quit complaining,"" the mercenary told Rini as they walked onto the dock. He would take her to the capital city to deliver her where she would be held for ransom. ""I""m making a lot of money off you so there's no way I'm letting you go. You best just go along with it."" He would her as they walked toward the capital. They were about an hour south of the city.<br/>Meanwhile another vision came into Elia's mind. It should her the secret hideout of the Knights of Berian, and the small town that Kaden lived in. The hideout was in the forest outside of the village and both were about an hour away from the capital on horseback.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Fiona</span><br/>Fiona made her way through the village toward Kaden's family farm. She was trying to think of what to say, but she still had no idea what she would tell him. His adopted parents knew, but he was afraid that would make him even angrier. She wasn't very good at connecting with people so she was starting to wonder if she was the best person for this job."
6370,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=50,2014-11-29T19:04:00,Raktio,"Kadrea was still prowling through the village hunting for the Knights of Adrea when dawn approached, she was mostly through the list, and had taking some shut eye down time for a few hours before getting back to work tomorrow n the morning. If her information was correct than she had killed at least two thirds of the Knights in the town, and in that case she'd be done well before midday. She than noticed the one female knight, so far almost all knights had been male on female, but there was the girl that was described by the crossbow man, walking purposefully down the road. She was just simply kill the female Knight right there, but curiosity held her back. The girl was walking purposefully but without haste which meant she had something important to do, and Kadrea wanted to know what."
6371,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=50,2014-11-29T19:11:00,Kuhlfros,"Finally he spotted Fiona walking past where he stayed on her way to the farm, he left the place where he stayed and made his way up behind her, pulling down his hood to to reveal his tanned face and short cropped (caeser style) hair and the scruff of a beard he had grown he said to her, catching up next to her ""Excuse me miss, but might I accompany you on your travels?"" he said nonchalantly as he tapped the small isignia on his cloak, the symbol of the Knights of Adrea, he then mumbled so that only she would hear<span style=""font-style: italic"">""we'll talk more when we are out of the village and not being watched... there is a woman hunting us now""</span><br/><br/>As he had been staked out for some time and had witnessed the Garax agenst hunting down the knights"
6372,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=50,2014-11-29T19:17:00,Nuridia,"""If it's money you want, take my jewels."" ""I don't really care much for garnets anyway, take the pouch of silvers on my belt or anything you want but just let me go."" ""Or at least good sir be so kind as to loosen or undo these damned bonds, I've been in this position all night and my wrists are killing me."" Rini said snappishly. She was getting quite tired of all of this and on top of it she was tired, sleepy, sore and needed a bath.<br/>Meanwhile, Elia's vision clouded and a vivid picture of a place in a forest surrounded by trees and also a small town where the same familiar boy was. The headache almost made Elia drop to her knees but Ellie caught her. ""I think...I think I know where we have to go."" ""We need to find a way to get horses."" Elia said weakly. ""We've brought our horses."" Ellie blew an ivory dolphin whistle she wore around her neck. The flag and emblem of Olantis was a crescent moon with a leaping dolphin in the center on a blue background. As she did that, two of the men from the ship led the horses into the city from below deck. One was a bay mare and one was a white and black gelding. ""Alright, we're off."" Both girls mounted their horses and rode off. ""Don't we need a map, we don't know where this place is!"" Ellie pointed out as they rode. ""I think somehow, it'll come to me."" Elia answered."
6373,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=50,2014-11-29T19:32:00,Tomia,"""Will you shut up already?"" The mercenary said to Rini as they walled toward the capital. ""I'll be making more money than you can offer me. I don't give a damp about your comfort, now be quite, or I swear to the gods I'll gag you."" He threatened as they walked.<br/>Visions continued to appear in Elie's mind as they rode, giving her instructions on were to go in the form of images.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Fiona</span><br/>Fiona was walking along the road when Braedon suddenly appeared before her. She wondered why he was acting so strange and then she heard his whispered words and was shocked but tried not to react outwardly. She nodded and began walking with him. She was trying to decide what to do. She knew she definitely needed to get Kaden out of the village, but she couldn't lead the enemy to him. Still, she couldn't turn back now, she had to keep going. ""Alright, follow me then sir."" She told him calmly as they walked."
6374,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=50,2014-11-29T19:43:00,Nuridia,"The corner of Rini's mouth twitched at the mercenary's last words. She swore under her breath as she was visibly being pretty much dragged away. On their horses, Ellie and Elia were riding like madwomen, following the map that was basically playing in Elia's head as they rode, Elia nearly fell off her horse many times from the pain. ""Look, a forest."" ""I believe we're nearly there."" Elia said, spurring her horse on when they had paused a bit."
6375,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=50,2014-11-29T19:56:00,Tomia,"The mercenary continued to walk with Rini in front of him, giving her an occasional shove when he felt she wasn't willing fast enough. Meanwhile there were a number of soldiers watching them in the trees. They were a group of Knights of Berian that had been tracking them since they had gotten off of the boat. They were waiting for the right moment to strike.<br/>At the Knight's headquarters the Knights assigned to guard duty saw and heard the princesses coming and set up an ambush. As they rode five guards suddenly appeared from the forest and raised their bows at them. ""Halt, step down from your horses at once! Who are you and what are you doing here? "" The leader of the group shouted. She seemed to be a woman in her mid thirties with flowing brunette hair."
6376,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=50,2014-11-29T20:03:00,Raktio,"Kadria saw a man walk upto the knight she was stalking, and although she couldn't hear what he said his gestures and her responses gave away the general conversation. The guy was one to, likely they were going to a hidding place, and they were going to try to shake her off or attack her."
6377,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=50,2014-11-29T20:06:00,Nuridia,"Rini growled every time that the mercenary shoved her. How she wished she could just punch him in the face. She had enough, when he shoved her again she pretended to stumble back a little from the force and stepped on his foot. She didn't care what he did to her in retaliation, it would be totally worth it. In the forest Ellie nearly screamed when the knights came and surrounded them, popping out of nowhere but she clapped a hand over her mouth to stop herself. Their horses whinnied and nearly reared at the surprise and Elia saw the brunette woman approach them, she still looked pale and weak and had a fine sheen of sweat on her forehead from the headaches that the visions caused. ""Wait, stop!"" ""It's okay, we come in peace."" Elia said, stepping down from her horse and Ellie did the same. ""I came here to find answers."" ""You see, I've ben seeing this place for a long time in my dreams."" ""Well not really dreams, I've been awake most of the time really and I kept seeing this place and you people."" ""And I got even more visions showing me this forest, so I followed to figure out maybe why I'm having them."" Elia explained. ""It's true, we've been researching!"" Ellie rushed forward with the tome of Adrea and the prophecy. showing it to the Knights."
6378,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=50,2014-11-29T20:32:00,Tomia,"The mercenary growled when Rini stepped on his foot. ""You bitch!"" He shouted at her. ""You'll pay for that!"" He raised his hand to strike her when suddenly an arrow came flying through the air. The arrow struck the man's arm and he howled in pain. He staggered and fell to a knee. Suddenly a number of armored soldiers came out and surrounded him. He stood up and attempted to strike them down with dark magic, but they quickly overwhelmed him and he was struck in the chest by a sword. One of the Knights had been knocked to the ground by dark magic. While a few of the men went to help him another worked on Rini's bonds. ""Are you alright man? "" The man asked the princess. He had long brown hair and blue eyes, with a bow strapped to his back. He was around 21 or so by appearance.<br/>The woman listened to the story and say that Elie did not seem well, she wouldn't be a threat even if she wanted to be. She was shocked when she heard about the vision and Elia showed her the book. ""Bring them inside immediately."" She ordered the other guards. They looked around to each other as if they were unsure. ""But Diana..."" One started but was cut off. ""I said now!"" She ordered strictly. They nodded and one of them leaned Elie against his shoulder as they walked toward the secret headquarters. It was underground and the female knight pushed a number of stones a certain way and a tunnel opened before them. They finally came to the underground building and the woman named Diana pointed toward a bench and spoke to Elia. ""You two wait here."" She said as she went off to find Darmis, he needed to hear this."
6379,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=50,2014-11-29T20:38:00,Kuhlfros,"Braedon said, ""Come on Fiona, let's ah take a walk through the forest,"" Taking her by the shoulder moving her off the path she was heading towards the woods, ""we will just have to take the<span style=""font-style: italic"">long route</span>home"" He hinted and unbuttoned his motley cloak, to reveal he was in full armor, and had weapons which were concealed their best under the cloak and padded to not make noise, and he continued, ""perhaps some<span style=""font-style: italic"">safe</span>and clean<span style=""font-style: italic"">air</span>(sounds like heir) will do you some good?"" Moving his arm inconspicuously down to one of his weapons, a loaded crossbow hanging on his belt."
6380,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=50,2014-11-29T20:47:00,Nuridia,"Rini braced herself for the strike when all of a sudden her assailant was struck by an arrow. Then a number of soldiers came out and started charging toward her kidnapper, he attempted to strike them down with magic but he was overwhelmed by them. Her eyes widened open in shock when he was stabbed and killed by the knights. Another knight went over to Rini and he started untying her bonds. Rini turned around when he spoke to her. She had noticed that he was extremely handsome and looked a few years older than her. ""I'm a bit sore and stiff but I'm alright."" ""Thank you, you saved my life."" Rini said, sighing a little in relief as the tight cutting rope loosened. As she stood there, she noticed the men and then looked at their breastplates. A realization dawned on her, she had seen that exact armor in her visions. Some of the men's faces looked familiar as well. All she could do was stand there in shock.<br/>Meanwhile Elia and Ellie looked around and heard the woman speak. She looked shocked when the girls explained the visions and then one of the knights called her Diana when she ordered that the two be led inside. Ellie was a bit hesitant but Elia had seen these men before and she felt she could trust them. She was surprised however when one of the knights leaned her against his shoulder as she walked."
6381,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=50,2014-11-29T21:19:00,Tomia,"The young knight nodded to Rini when she thanked him. He noticed she was incredibly beautiful, but there seemed to be a sadness to her as well. ""You're welcome my lady. My name is Quentin, it's nice to meet you."" He was surprised when a shocked look grew on the princess' face. ""My lady? Are you alright?"" He asked with concern.<br/>Diana had rushed to Darmis' office and after a few minutes she came back to the bench she had led the princesses to. ""Come with me."" She told them before leading them inside Darmis' office. Once inside she bowed and left, closing the door behind her. Darmis was sitting at his desk and looked up at the girls when they entered, his green eyes studying them intently. ""Would you like a drink?"" He finally asked, pouring them each a glass of water. ""It seems you two have had a long journey. Now, is it true that one of you has been having visions about our order?"" He asked curiously.<br/>Fiona was surprised by Braedon's actions. She didn't understand why he was leading her off the path. Though she could tell he was trying to get her away from the heir's house. ""What are you doing?"" She whispered quietly as they walked. ""I have to ensure it's safety."" He whispered again, referring to Kaden as it just to be safe."
6382,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=50,2014-11-29T21:30:00,Nuridia,"Rini rubbed her sore wrists together, clucking when she noticed there were red marks on them from the ropes. Oh well, nothing a little herbal lotion and honey couldn't fix. She then heard the young knight introduce himself to her as Quentin. ""It's nice to meet you Quentin, very nice in fact given our circumstances."" ""I'm Irina, but my friends call me Rini."" she introduced herself. Quentin then asked about her and Rini snapped out of it. ""I'm perfectly well, it's just that your armor."" ""It's so...familiar."" she explained, her pink hair stirring in the wind.<br/>In the hideout, Elia and Ellie followed Diana into an office where they were introduced to a man with thick brown hair and a matching moustache and beard. His green eyes had a very intense expression as he studied them and offered them a drink. The girls nodded and took the water gratefully, thanking Darmis for his hospitality and then Elia answered his question. ""Yes, I've ben having these visions for as long as I can remember."" ""And you were in them, and a farm boy as well."" ""They've been giving me headaches and I wanted to know what was wrong so we heard about the Adrean plight and decided to come here."" ""Maybe you can tell us what;s causing them sir?"" she asked. Ellie then spoke up. ""Yes, hopefully you can help us."" ""I'm Elia Thoth but most call me Ellie, and the one having the visions is my elder sister Elia Thoth, we usually just call her Elia or Lia."" Ellie explained."
6383,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=50,2014-11-29T21:44:00,Tomia,"Quentin nodded when the princess introduced herself. ""Well it's nice to meet you too Irina."" He noticed her hair flow in the wind and noticed the unusual color. He wondered how her hair was that color, though he thought it looked nice. He was then surprised when she said his armor look familiar and and scrunched his eyebrows in thought. ""You've run into the knights of Berian before?"" He asked her curiously.<br/>Darmis listened to the girls tell him their story and gave a small smile when they introduced themselves. ""You're royalty eh? Well, it's been a long time since I've wen in the presence of royalty."" He said to them, recognizing their first names. He then seemed to freeze when Elie mentioned a farm boy in her visions, had she seen the heir? Did she know where he was? He quickly opened his desk drawer and searched for a drawing and when he found it he placed it on the desk. ""Is this the boy? Is he the one you saw?"" Darmis asked urgently. On the paper was a recently made detailed drawing of Kaden that they used to help the knights assigned to him."
6384,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=50,2014-11-29T21:54:00,Kuhlfros,"Braedon whispered quickly, ""Listen, what good will it do if we are dead and cannot ensure its safety or reveal its location, I have a plan...We just need to hope there is a shadow in the location...on the count of 5, I need you to bolt for the forests and find a shadow, I'll be right behind you.""<br/><br/>After a couple moments he said ""Ready?, 1..2..3..4..5!"" spinning around and dropping his his cloak and drawing his crossbow, making a single shot at the Garax Mage (Kadria) then raised a cloud of darkness, like a cloud inbetween them and the Garax woman, With the ""mist"" in the way, Braedon bolted for the forests hoping there was a shadow he could use to portal to the farm, knowing full well how exhausted and drained he would be after creating this portal in succession..."
6385,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=50,2014-11-29T22:07:00,Nuridia,"""Not exactly no, but I've seen them."" ""A lot actually, it's like I could be doing anything and all of a sudden I see them in my vision."" ""I've never known how to explain it, and never tried to because it wasn't harming me and I've learned to live with it."" ""Although the headaches are a very unwelcome side effect."" ""One time it hurt so bad I threw up on my favorite violet satin gown, I was highly upset."" Rini explained. Meanwhile in the office, both Elias weren't very surprised when Darmis recognized their names. Elia was the name of every woman in the Thoth line for five hundred years and it was known as an Olantan trademark name. But the older Elia was surprised at Darmis' surprise and then he hurriedly pulled out a drawing to show to them. Elia's eyes widened and Ellie just sat there. ""Yes, that's him!"" ""That's the boy I've been seeing all these years, do you know him?"" the elder Elia asked."
6386,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=50,2014-11-29T22:08:00,Raktio,"Kadria saw the man unbutton the top of his cloak, likely showing weapons or armor, than doing a fairly stereotypical dropping of hands down to where he had a concealed weapon. She only got fooled once by a trick and the Knights had used that trick on her several times before, whether she was hunting them or they're trying to murder her like they had her parents.<br/><br/>The bolt didn't even get to leave the crossbow bow, in her savage fury Kadria simply had the the whole contraption ripped apart in a explosion sending power infused smoldering splinters in all directions. The man used shadow magic as cover, unfortuanly for him she could see through it just fine, and a bolt of darkness lashed out at him, enough to kill him through his armor if he didn't defend himself with magic."
6387,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=50,2014-11-29T22:39:00,Kuhlfros,"Braedon was impressed to say the least at the girl's readiness, ferocity and power but not stricken in fear, instead ready to fight, batting the bolt away with his gauntlet, he grinned devilishly , drawing a pair of swords imbued with shadow power and made the surroundings darker between them, Braedon expected she did not know his series of protections such as on his armor and own powers, he began running at her at superhuman speeds and quadrupled into 5 of him, 4 realistic shadows of her to stall as he continues to run for the forest, He had a mission to do after all, no matter how bad he wanted to fight."
6388,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=50,2014-11-29T23:19:00,Raktio,"Thennths guy batted away her killing level bolt with his gauntlet she was fairly surprised, most people didn't have magically imbued armor, this time she was fighting an opponent who was more of an equal than most Knights. She easily dispatched his shadow clones with a single blastwave, although deadly shadow clones were also very fragile against magic. Covering his darkness with her own darkness, which she made twice as dark as his without even tapping her power while at the same time creating shadow clones of Shadow. A whole flock of large ravens filled the forest in short order, and began to flock the man attempting to grab just about whatever they could and take off. The birds would disappear after taking a small amount of force, however they were in such great quantity that they would overwhelm the man and either pick him up by the armor and cloak or shred his unprotected face and get through kinks in his armor until he bled to death."
6389,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=50,2014-11-30T08:05:00,Kuhlfros,"Braedon was starting to get annoyed, for several reasons, firstly he was being stopped short of the forests again, he was so close to the outskirts to where he could use his powers but stopped short again, and for the pain on his face as the flock of ravens flew by once causing a serious amount of cuts on his face, and they were about to make a turn two.<br/><br/>Braedon raised a trio of shadow hawks to hunt down the ravens so that there would be much less harm on the next fly past him , and it would be easier to see and kill the ones too close for comfort, but while the hawks caused some panic in the flock of ravens, Braedon formed a Shadow Longbow and drew it back and arrow of darkness notched on it, he continued to step closer and closer to the outskirts, ready to fire on an instant, but what she didn't see was that he also rose a mimicry of her with a dagger behind her, who was bringing her dagger up above her head to strike."
6390,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=50,2014-11-30T08:51:00,Tomia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nuridia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321740&amp;p=22624159#p22624159"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Not exactly no, but I've seen them."" ""A lot actually, it's like I could be doing anything and all of a sudden I see them in my vision."" ""I've never known how to explain it, and never tried to because it wasn't harming me and I've learned to live with it."" ""Although the headaches are a very unwelcome side effect."" ""One time it hurt so bad I threw up on my favorite violet satin gown, I was highly upset."" Rini explained. Meanwhile in the office, both Elias weren't very surprised when Darmis recognized their names. Elia was the name of every woman in the Thoth line for five hundred years and it was known as an Olantan trademark name. But the older Elia was surprised at Darmis' surprise and then he hurriedly pulled out a drawing to show to them. Elia's eyes widened and Ellie just sat there. ""Yes, that's him!"" ""That's the boy I've been seeing all these years, do you know him?"" the elder Elia asked.</div></blockquote><br/>Quentin was surprised at Rini's story about her visions. ""You mean you've seen members of our order in visions you've been having?"" He frowned when she talked about the pain they caused. ""I'm sorry about that. It must be difficult. You should back with us, I'm sure the others will now what to do."" Another man over heard and came over to them. He was a large middle aged man who seemed to be in charge. ""Quentin, can I talk to you?"" The man asked. Quentin nodded and walked over with him. ""What were you thinking? Asking some noble woman to come to our hideout? Are you going to be an open book to every beautiful princess you come across?"" ""It's not like that!"" Quentin insured indignantly. ""She's been having visions, about us. That could mean something couldn't it?"" The man stood silently for a moment before finally sighing, ""Fine she can come with us."" They weren't speaking very quietly so Rini could probably hear them.<br/>Meanwhile Darmis was silent for a few moments after Elia said she had seen the boy before. ""That boy, is Prince Kaden Darlius. The rightful heir to the Adrean throne. His whole family was massacred 15 years ago by the dark mage Garax. He was just a new born child and we barely managed to rescue him. To protect him, we have kept him in isolation. He knows nothing about his past or his family. He doesn't even know his last name."" He told the two princesses. ""We have been protecting him for fifteen years. He needed to be kept safe for when the prophecy came to fruition. It seems now that that has finally happened. Princess Elie, it seems you are a gatekeeper.""<br/>Fiona was surprised when the battle broke out around her between her ally and one of Garax's soldiers. Fiona saw that the enemy was distracted and wouldn't be able to follow her. She didn't want to abandon Braedon, but the heir came fort and he would understand that. Fiona used her air magic to run down the road at incredible speed, manipulating the air so she didn't make noise as she ran."
6391,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=50,2014-11-30T11:06:00,Nuridia,"Both girls were surprised when Darmis explained that the boy that Elia had been seeing was the actual rightful heir to the Adrean throne. Elia was surprised when Darmis told her that she was something called a gatekeeper. ""What in the hell is a gatekeeper if I may ask?"" the elder asked. Meanwhile, Rini heard Quentin's whispers with the other knights and raised an eyebrow. They wanted to take her with them? For what, and what did she ahve to do with anything?"
6392,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=75,2014-11-30T11:30:00,Tomia,"Darmis took a book from his desk and showed the two of them the page that described ""An heir will rise to save the world. The five gates they must pass. Through water, fire, earth, air, and darkness, they must pass, to stop the false king of death."" ""This prophecy describes five gates, one for each of the major elements or nature. Each element must be represented by a guardian, who will help the heir defeat the tyrant Garax. We call these individuals gatekeepers, and it seems you are one of them. I'm sure this is a surprise, but now you are part of something bigger. The knights shall ensure you're protection, I promise you.""<br/>When Quentin finished the conversation with his superior and went back to Rini. ""I think you should come back with us my lady. We have a headquarters, you'll be safe there. I'm sure you have many questions and there are people there who can answer them. We need to figure our why you are having these visions. Will you come with us?"" He asked her."
6393,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=75,2014-11-30T11:53:00,The Starlight,"<blockquote><div><cite>Aden Protectorate <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321740&amp;p=22609431#p22609431"">wrote</a>:</cite>Stone Shark stood up at the front, in front of all the students. In his hand he had a copy of the Book of Murals, the ""journal"" he would be presenting to the library. It was a manual on Puntun mythology and magic. It was a sacred text, and considered holy to the Puntun Cult of Puuc.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Thank you Head-Mage.""<br/><br/>""Well to start, the Puntun people are a ethnic tribe, not intensely studied by this Academy, as your Head-Mage has told me.""<br/><br/>""The Puntun state, called Puntu and centred on the city of Cobelpan, which itself is built on a marsh. On the eastern coast of Adrea. The Puntun people are not linked to any other tribe and are believed to have sailed from overseas. They are unique among the Adrean people for two main reasons, one they worship a Pagan God known as Puuc, who holds domain over the seas and two the practice a form of Water Magic completely different from any other form on the continent.""<br/><br/>""While the Water Magic you are being taught focuses on the manipulation of water itself, the Puntun Magical Arts focuses more on the manipulation of the Spirits of the Drowned to do their bidding. In theory they can indirectly manipulate water as you do, but they do it through a medium unlike yourselves.""<br/><br/>""Their religion and their magic is closely entwined, in order to practice their magic it is believed you must become in communion with the God Puuc. In fact, before beginning practice they are required to be drowned and revived. They call this Xibaalbaa and during the time which they are temporarily drowned they believe that they speak with Puuc. After being revived they are begin instruction through a series of instructions from a Priest of the Cult of Puuc.""<br/><br/>""In my time in Cobelpan I was instructed by the High Priest himself. Let me demonstrate."" </span><br/><br/>Stone Shark raised his hand and closed his eyes, beside him was a jug of water, out of the jug slowly rose a mist which took the shape of a small human being, possibly a child. As it rose he spoke.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""The Puntun believe that in every drop of water there is a spirit of the drowned, they manipulate these spirits do their bidding.</span><br/><br/>He twisted both his hands inward then above his head. The spirit went back into the jug and slowly the water rose back out of the jug, and swirled into a vortex before dissipating into steam.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""However, trained Puntun Priests can accomplish these tasks in a mere seconds. Questions?""</span></div></blockquote><br/><br/>Elyrn raised an eyebrow, thinking to herself that now she knew the reason why Puntun water magic wasn't widely spread or used.<br/>A student, named George raised his hand and asked, ""Are all of the drowned spirits benevolent? Or can they rebel against a Puntun's control?"
6394,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=75,2014-11-30T13:07:00,Raktio,"If there was only a dozen or so real ravens than they would have been discouraged by the trio of hawks, however these were mimicries, and there was over fifty of them with more popping up each time one was killed. The raven with superior numbers were able to continue to mob the human as well as all three shadow hawks, which other than in appearance were statistically the same thing. The shadow assassin was easily dispatched since Braeden seemed to have forgotten that Kadria was sitting on Dusk. Dusk being a horse really didn't like unfamiliar things being behind it and delivered a good old kick while Kadria held her balance on the horse just fine.<br/><br/>Kadria laughed, ""you're clearly skilled and fairly well equipped, however unless you're holding back than you're clearly outmatched,<span style=""font-style: italic"">because I am holding back.</span>However surrendering isn't an option for you, I won't stop until each of you murders are dead and my parents avenged. Actually the only reasn why you're still alive right now unlike most the other Knights of Adrea,"" she spat out the name in disgust, ""here is because you're the closest thing to a challenge I've had in a real fight for months.""<br/><br/>In the air above the scene the original Shadow flew observing everyone ng including the person fleeing with air magic"
6395,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=75,2014-11-30T13:09:00,Nuridia,"[Tomia"";p=""22628893""]Darmis took a book from his desk and showed the two of them the page that described ""An heir will rise to save the world. The five gates they must pass. Through water, fire, earth, air, and darkness, they must pass, to stop the false king of death."" ""This prophecy describes five gates, one for each of the major elements or nature. Each element must be represented by a guardian, who will help the heir defeat the tyrant Garax. We call these individuals gatekeepers, and it seems you are one of them. I'm sure this is a surprise, but now you are part of something bigger. The knights shall ensure you're protection, I promise you.""<br/>When Quentin finished the conversation with his superior and went back to Rini. ""I think you should come back with us my lady. We have a headquarters, you'll be safe there. I'm sure you have many questions and there are people there who can answer them. We need to figure our why you are having these visions. Will you come with us?"" He asked her.[/quote]<br/>""Wiat, what?"" ""So does this mean that I can't go back home then?"" Elia asked. Ellie spoke up. ""And there's nothing we can do to stop these visions?"" the younger asked. Meanwhile Rini looked up at Quentin. She was being asked to go with these strangers that she just met, but they did save her life. And they could help with the answers to her visions, which she really needed. And they were offering to help her just like that, she may've been spoiled and finicky but one thing she wasn't was ungrateful. ""Alright, I'll go."" 'Thank you."" Rini told Quentin as she tried to clean her dress with her handkerchief."
6396,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=75,2014-11-30T13:38:00,Kuhlfros,"Braedon held against the ravens long enough to reach into the outskirts of the trees, his feet stepping into the dark forest, while managing to listen to what she has been saying, ignoring what he believed was a blatant lie that her parents were murdered by the knights he said, allowing his bow to disperse into the shadows, ""Oh how I would love to stay and chat, perhaps play in my field,"" Gesturing to the forest,"" but it appears you are holding me back from an errand I would prefer not being distracted from any longer, and even though it would be courteous to ask your name for when we....meet again..."" Bowing courteously and Disappering into the darkness before a reaction, shadowing and camouflaging himself extraordinarily well that other shadows could not make him out, from there in his invisible state he made his way to a taller tree and ripped a whole in the darkness, double checking to sense anyone, he reappeared and entered the portal, it closing a moment after.<br/><br/><br/>After several moments He burst out from the portal in the corner of the barn which kept Kaden's adopted parent's animals, paled and breaking some sweat , then reaching into a pocket of darkness he drew out one of his motley shadow cloaks like before and a leather pouch of water, taking several deep gulps he stepped out of the barn, cautiously glancing around his surroundings to spot Fiona and if possible Kaden."
6397,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=75,2014-11-30T14:05:00,Tomia,"Darmis shook it's head at Elie's question. ""Not yet at least, we have to make sure you are safe. As for your second question, I don't know exactly when the visions will end. I don't know the nature of them. Perhaps they will end now that you have found us, or maybe they won't. I am not entirely sure.""<br/>Quentin nodded to Rini, ""You're welcome my lady. It's the least we could do after you were kidnapped and all."" As they started walking Quentin spoke to her again. ""Do you know who would want to kidnap you my lady?""<br/>Meanwhile Fiona finally began to approach Kaden's farmhouse. She wondered how the fight was going, but she couldn't worry about it at the moment. The heir's protection was all that mattered. She made it to the farm house and Kaden's adopted mother answered the door. ""Hello Fiona, it's so good to see you."" Fiona nodded and bowed, ""Hello, my lady. Is Kaden here? I need to speak to him. It's time."""
6398,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=75,2014-11-30T16:37:00,Nuridia,"""My parents don't even know that we're here, can we at least write to them?"" ""The current king is a usurper?"" ""How exactly are we supposed to even stop him, and when are we going to tell the heir about this?"" ""Since he's the key to the prophecy, I believe that he should be told soon if the gatekeepers are appearing."" Elia explained. Elliee was going over the tome to do some research. Meanwhile, Rini walked with Quentin and the knights, one of her shoes being broken made it difficult however and normally she would be complaining right now but the truth is she was too tired. She was snapped out of her thoughts when Quentin questioned her. ""I honestly don't know, all he said was that he was going to get very rich as my parents would pay a lot of money for me."" ""It was terrible, they kept me in cramped quarters and I had to sleep with my arms tied behind my back."" ""On top of that, the fight ruined my velvet dress and I wasn't even given a chance to bathe."" ""I complained about everything, I thought maybe if I annoyed them enough they'd set me free but of course that didn't work."" Rini sulked a little."
6399,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=75,2014-11-30T17:38:00,Tomia,"Darmis thought about Elia's request. ""You're safety is more important than anything, but if you can manage to send them a message in secret. I suppose that would be alright."" He shook his head at her second point though. ""You don't understand. The heir needs to be dealt with delicately. We do not know how he will react to the news. We can't afford to lose him just so that he can know the truth.""<br/>Quentin nodded to Rini. ""I'm sorry you had to deal with that. We'll find who hired him, I promise."" He was surprised at how much she seemed to care about her clothes. ""Wow, your clothes mean a lot to you don't they?"" He asked as they walked.<br/>Kaden's mother's smile faded at Fiona's words. ""Very well"", she said though she was visibly paled. ""Kaden? Come out here please!"" Kaden came out of his room and saw Fiona at the door. ""Hey Fiona, what are you doing here?"" Fiona managed a forced smile. ""Hi Kaden, do you think we can talk? I have something I need to tell you."" Kaden looked confused but nodded and waked with Fiona outside and they sat underneath the large oak tree to talk. Fiona sighed, this would be a long conversation for sure."
6400,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=75,2014-11-30T17:45:00,Nuridia,"""I'll try to write them in secret then."" ""Do you have a way I can send it to them?"" Elia asked Darmis in the hideout.<br/><br/>On the road, Rini spoke up at Quentin's question. ""Yes, I do, of course."" ""It's all I've known, my parents loved me but were very absent minded and sometimes neglectful."" ""We never really spent much time together or engaged in family conversation, they communicated with me by buying me everyting I wanted."" ""All the latest styles of gowns, enough jewels to fill a bank and also all the finest toys and dolls."" ""That's how they expressed their love to me."" ""They were far too busy to notice my school grades or anything but they doted on me for my beauty especially when dignitaries were around just like many courtiers."" ""When you're a royal, fashion is everything."" ""Appearances are everything, fashion is everything."" ""You have to look your absolute best if you want anybody to love you and in the world of the court nothing else matters."" ""You get the look, you get the attention and the admiration and the power."" ""Personality is irrelevant, I learned that at an early age."" she said, drifting off a little. She didn't know why she was pouring out her reasons to this knight, but she felt like bursting and had to decompress."
6401,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=75,2014-11-30T18:03:00,Tomia,"""We have ways that we communicate with our agents in the field. We use a spell that will allow for letters to be sent from one person to another instantly."" Darmis grabbed a spell book from his desk and taught Elia the spell that she needed to use. ""Once you recite the incantation you must burn the letter and focus on the person you wish to send it to."" He instructed her.<br/>Quentin listened intently to Rini, surprised that she was sharing so much with him. ""I'm sorry they didn't appreciate you."" He told her sincerely. ""That must have felt really lonely. That seems like a cold way to live to be honest. I mean you don't form personal connections with anyone? I know we just met, but you're definitely valuable for more than just the jewels and cloths you wear."" He said trying to comfort her."
6402,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=75,2014-11-30T18:32:00,Kuhlfros,"Eventually, Braedon found them sitting under a big oak tree, pulling his hood back over his head, just walking too them, the cloak made himself hard to see...reaching them he stood aside, allowing Fiona to attempt to explain to the heir who he really was, but he also needed to explain they were in a rush to get out of here, so he concluded to alert his adopted parents of the situation, greeting his adopted mother, he said, ""M'am, The Order thanks you for your sacrifice, but there is little time, the Dark Mages most likely know we are here, they still don't know why as far as I know...but you MUST leave your farm, and seek refuge with the knights, you have survived this long protecting Kaden but they are too close now, please, pack up what all you can and ride out of here and the village..."""
6403,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=75,2014-11-30T19:04:00,Nuridia,"""Well I had my siblings, but that was about it."" Rini said and then she heard what Quentin had to say. She was surprised, she'd never really heard that before and especially from somebody that she had only really just met. It felt good to hear it, but they hardly knew each other. ""Anyway, if I may ask, where in the world are we going exactly?"" the pink haired girl questioned."
6404,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=75,2014-11-30T19:39:00,Tomia,"""We have a hideout in the forest. I know it's in the middle of no where, but that's kind of the point."" He told her, and soon after the reached a large forest. ""We're almost there. It shouldn't be much farther now."" Quentin assured Rini.<br/>Fiona sat down next to Kaden, but she still had no idea what to say to him. Kaden finally spoke up, ""Fiona, what is going on. I mean what is all of this about?"" He asked her. Fiona was silent for a few moments and then finally spoke. ""Look Kaden, there's something you need to know. It's about your birth parents."" Kaden stiffened at that. He was shocked by Fiona's words. For the next fifteen minutes or so Fiona told Kaden everything. She told him that he was the crown prince of Adrea and he was hidden for his protection. She couldn't bring herself to tell him that his family was gone though. That would be too much. She told him about the knights of Berian, and that she was a knight herself. She told him about the prophecy and everything. He was silent for several minutes. ""I'm,,, I'm a prince? That can't be possible!"" He said in shock. She put a hand on his shoulder to comfort him. ""I know it's a lot to deal with, but its true. You've always known haven't you? That you're different than others? You can use magic, can't you?"" Kaden looked shocked. ""How did you know that?"" ""The prophecy showed me, you're special Kaden. You're going to save the world. Now come on, we need to get out of here. It isn't safe anymore."" She looked over her shoulder an saw Braedon talking to Kaden's parents. ""My fellow knight will keep your parents safe. They'll have to come to the hideout as well. They'll pack all your things but we have to go now."" She grabbed the still shocked Kaden by arm and started their way to the hideout. Fiona would use her powers to get there quickly.<br/>Kaden's parents were shocked at Braedon's words but they nodded and went inside to pack their things. They had known this day would come, but that didn't make any of this easier."
6405,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=75,2014-11-30T20:30:00,Raktio,"Annoyed by the Knight's decision to flee she paused a moment before she felt him open a portal, his invisibility talent was defiantly good, but he made a intelligent mistake of going through a portal. Recently she had learned, from the tome of magic she was currently studying, how to track another's portal shortly after they closed them. Creating, maintaining, and even closing a portal left residue magic energy which meant a dark mage who knew what they were doing could retrace the portal's path.<br/><br/>She only opened up enough to get a visual of where it came out, nothing would be noticed easily though. On the other side it was just a plane old barn with animals in it which meant he had likely gone outside, and she knew it wasn't far outside of the village. Connecting the dots she closed her eyes than reached out with her mind for Shadow, and opened her now completely black eyes.<br/><br/>Getting a raven's eye view the farm where Shadow was circling she easily made mental connection of the interior and exterior view of the barn. She than found a good spot to purch on and watch for a while, and took the time to preen her feathers. It wasn't long before people started sitting down and talking under the other large tree including the virl who Shadow had been following. She couldn't hear anything however she could see them speaking and she was an excellent lip reader,<span style=""font-style: italic"">the crown prince, but he's supposed to be dead. But if he is the crown prince than why are the Knights of Adrea protecting him, could it be that they intend to use him to take over the country? What bugs me the most is I'm sure I've seen him before, that's right, I dreamed of him standing amongst flames unscathed, and controlling them. What do my dreams mean than, is he a very powerful fire mage, or will he cause the world to go up in flames of destruction?</span>"
6406,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=75,2014-11-30T21:51:00,Tomia,"Fiona took Kaden's hand and took a deep breath. Running at such great speed took a lot of energy. They suddenly began to move incredibly fast as it seemed that Fiona's feet weren't even touching the ground anymore. Kaden was shocked, he had no idea that his neighbor was an air mage. Fiona moved at incredible speed and moved in confusing patterns so that they was no way that they could be followed. They finally reached the hideout and Fiona needed to take a moment to catch her breath. She then spoke to Kaden. ""This is the home of the Knights of Berian. We were driven away from our real home years ago."" Kaden nodded slowly, ""Fiona? When can I see my real family? I think I've been having dreams about them. I want them to know that I'm alright."" Fiona stiffen but tried not to let it show. ""Uh, soon Kaden. Once we know it's safe."" She felt bad lying, but he wouldn't be able to deal with the truth yet. Kaden nodded and Fiona stepped toward the rocks and made the movements necessary for the tunnel to open. She then led Kaden inside and the boy was shocked at what he saw. It was nothing like he had seen before.<br/>Suddenly a guard came running into Darmis' office. ""My lord.."" he huffed, trying to catch his breath. ""Lady Fiona has returned. She has brought the Crown Prince."""
6407,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=75,2014-12-01T06:23:00,Nuridia,"""In the forest?"" ""Well I guess that'll do if you don't want anybody to find you."" Rini said as they walked there. Meanwhile Ellie was writing to their parents while Elia sat back and thought about all that happened. She was the oldest princess of Olantis with a relatively peaceful and carefree life and now she was stuck in Adrea because of a prophecy and couldn't even go home. Now somebody came and told Darmis the crown prince was here, the boy at the center of this confusing stage"
6408,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=75,2014-12-01T07:55:00,Tomia,"Darmis was shocked when the guard came in and said that the heir was there.""What! What is Fiona thinking?"" He got out of his chair and stormed off to see this for himself, completely forgetting the twins were there for moment. The news seemed to spread around the hideout and suddenly dozens of knights were mulling around and staring at Kaden in disbelief. Kaden felt uneasy, ""Uh...Hi"" he said shyly. ""Alright, stop crowding the boy. Everyone back to their duties."" Darmis called and the knights began to disperse. Darmis stepped forward to Fiona, it was obvious he wasn't happy. ""We will talk about this alone."" He assured her. Fiona nodded, she knew she was in trouble. However the Prince was safe, at least for now. That was all that mattered. Still she tugged on her long blonde hair softly as she stood in the hallway. It was a habit of hers when she was nervous.<br/>Quentin nodded to the princess as they walked through the entrance of the forest. ""Secrecy is a necessity for us. If the dark king found us, that could be the end of our order. We have a very important mission to complete. The fate of the world rests on it."" He stopped himself there. Rini seemed trust worthy but he couldn't divulge too much. It would be too dangerous."
6409,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=75,2014-12-01T12:49:00,Nuridia,"Rini was surprised when Quentin stopped but wouldn't press about it. ""Well if it's really that important then I guess that I won't pry any further."" ""But I have one more question, are we going to be at this hideout soon?"" she asked. At the hideout Elia and Ellie looked at each other when Darmis left and after a while quietly followed each other out of the office to see what all the commotion was about. They stayed just behind so Darmis couldn't se them, and when they peeped out of the door of the hideout they saw a whole gaggle of knights crowding around what they assumed was a person. Elia heard footsteps and turned, seeing a pretty girl who looked to be older than her tugging on her hair nervously. The redhead wondered who she was. Meanwhile Ellie saw Kaden and noticed he was the exact boy that was in her sister's visions and from Darmis' drawing."
6410,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=75,2014-12-01T13:28:00,Raktio,"Kadria stopped at the farmstead, which new was abandoned, and looked into the forests which the female knight had taken the farmboy. She opened a communications orb to contact the Hunters, dark mages and warriors who specialised in hunting down and killing the Knights of Adrea.<br/><br/>Commander Landar responded his face appearing innher orb as he created one to mirror hers, ""what do you need Kadria?""<br/><br/>""Prepair a large strike force, and I need a few trackers as well, I believe there is a Knight of Adrea hideout here with a rather large force,"" she requested. Kadria didn't call on the Hunters often, and when she did it was usually because there was a large group of armed and fortified Knights in the area which she knrew she wouldn't be able to handle on her own.<br/><br/>Shortly later a portal opened up and three men stepped through following by many large black wolves, and after little guidance from the Trackers the wolves where on the scent. The leader of the group informed Landar that they had found the trail while the other two forged ahead in complete and utter silence with their own packs."
6411,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=75,2014-12-01T13:37:00,Tomia,"""Soon, we're almost there."" Quentin told Rini and a few minutes later they came upon the stones that signified the entrance to the Knight's hideout. Quentin moved the stones in the correct sequence and the ground opened up revealing the path to the hideout. ""This way princess"" Quentin said to Rini, motioning for her to enter the hideout.<br/>Darmis didn't even notice the two princesses behind him. The other knights began to disperse as they could tell that Darmis was angry. Many of them gave lingering looks to Kaden however, as if they couldn't believe that he was there.<br/>Darmis led Fiona into his office and closed the door. Much of his shouting could be heard through the door. ""Hoe could you be so stupid Fiona? If Garax's men are in the area don't you think they might have tracked you here?"" He shouted at her. Fiona stood in silence as Garax shouted at her. Speaking up would only make it worse. ""You should know better than that Fiona. You panicked didn't you. I knew you were too young for an assignment like this. You might have gotten us all killed!"" After about a minute Fiona finally spoke up. ""Sir may I explain myself? I didn't panic. I saw a bad situation and I thought it beat to extract the heir. We weren't followed, I promise. I know I disobeyed your orders, but they needed to be disobeyed to protect the heir."" ""That isn't your choice to make!"" Darmis responded sternly. ""I should have you whipped for this. Gods' know I will if you disobey an order like this again. Go back to your quarters, you're dismissed."" Fiona nodded, she wouldn't cry. She was too strong for that. She left his office and headed down the hallway, looking visibly upset.<br/>Kaden merely sat on a bench outside Darmis' office. He looked dazed and wasn't really paying attention to anything around him. He was in complete shock over what had happened that day. He was in a new place, with total strangers and he had just discovered that.everything.he had known was a lie. The only thing he could think about clearly was finding his family. That has to be his first priority."
6412,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=75,2014-12-01T17:36:00,Nuridia,"Rini lifted up her skirts and followed Quentin down the path to the hideout. It was much different from her castle at home by the size of it, but one could see knights hard at work and training and before he walked in she caught a tiny glimpse of a boy with brown hair. By the clothes, he was probably the boy from her visions. Inside the hideout, Elia and Ellie heard the shouting from outside the door where they had been sitting. And then Elia saw the girl walk out look very upset and she didn't know why but she felt bad for her. Elia then turned when she heard the wood of the bench shift as more weight was on it. Her eyes widened in surprise, it was the exact boy from her visions!"
6413,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=75,2014-12-01T17:49:00,Tomia,"Quentin followed Rini into the tunnel and the underground complex that it led to. I looked almost like an underground castle. As they walked into the hallway he noticed a young man sitting on a bench. He was shocked when he saw him. He recognized him by the number of drawings and paintings he had seen. It was the prince of Adrea. He saw Rini looking at him too. ""Have you seen him before?"" He asked her curiously. Kaden was still in a daze until he felt eyes on him. He turned and saw Elia looking at him in shock. It felt strange to have so many people looming at him. The silence was killing him. ""Hi, my name's Kaden. Are you one of these knight people?"" He asked her. He still couldn't believe all that had happened. All his life had changed in a matter of hours.<br/>Fiona was heading to her room in the base. She felt upset and embarrassed. She had been scolded and chastised like a toddler and she was also mad at herself. She worked so hard to get respect with in the order and she might have blown it in one day."
6414,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=75,2014-12-01T17:49:00,Kuhlfros,"(Before Kadria arrived, and Right as Fiona left)<br/><br/>With the adopted parents now ready to go, Braedon said, ""I'm afraid it'll have to be awhile before you see Darmis, it seems Fiona and I must split up, It'll be my duty to get you to your new home...safely, I have the money to purchase you land and a new farmstead, I am unsure about your identities but for now,"" he sighed, ""I'm going to waste more of my energy to keep you and the prince safe,"" Leading them to a shady tree he said ""Prepare yourself, and alert me if you feel cold on the other side..."" and opened a new portal, this time traveling to a nearby small city. Braedon wished he could have gone farther, but the limitations of portal traveling and the cost of power to make them prevented him, in the city, Braedon led them to a landlord who secretly favored the knights and bought a small amount of land and a starting stock of cattle, chickens, and crop seeds, he promised they would keep in touch and see Darmis again and left to an inn, It was getting late by now, and he sat down in the public house next to a passed out soldier, asking for an ale, the bartender commented he was looking pale and green, and like he had the entire day been stumbling around and feeling feverish, he shrugged the bartender off. Taking two short draughts of the ale, he purchased a room and hurled for some time out the window and passed out on the floor. Hoping he would feel better in the morning."
6415,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=75,2014-12-01T17:59:00,Nuridia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Tomia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321740&amp;p=22644646#p22644646"">wrote</a>:</cite>Quentin followed Rini into the tunnel and the underground complex that it led to. I looked almost like an underground castle. As they walked into the hallway he noticed a young man sitting on a bench. He was shocked when he saw him. He recognized him by the number of drawings and paintings he had seen. It was the prince of Adrea. He saw Rini looking at him too. ""Have you seen him before?"" He asked her curiously. Kaden was still in a daze until he felt eyes on him. He turned and saw Elia looking at him in shock. It felt strange to have so many people looming at him. The silence was killing him. ""Hi, my name's Kaden. Are you one of these knight people?"" He asked her. He still couldn't believe all that had happened. All his life had changed in a matter of hours.</div></blockquote><br/>Rini was not happy about the dirt that was involved in the tunnel and although normally she would've complained, these people did save her life and they could've left her in the streets with nowhere to go and no way to get back home. Also her dress was ruined anyway and she was getting answers to her visions so surprisingly she stayed quiet and walked along. Mostly because she was thinking about what Quentin told her, that somebody actually didn't care about her looks. On the bench, Elia was still thinking about Fiona and the look on her face when Kaden spoke to her and snapped her out of her thoughts. After coming back to earth she then spoke to him. She still couldn't believe that she was seeing the same boy that was in her visions and dreams for all these years and he was right in front f her. ""No, I'm just as new to all this as you."" ""My name is Elia."" ""Elia Thoth of Olantis, and this is my little sister."" she said, gesturing to Ellie who spoke up. ""My name is also Elia Thoth, but everybody calls me Ellie."" ""You must be Kaden."" the younger Elia greeted."
6416,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=75,2014-12-01T18:17:00,Tomia,"Quentin was actually a little surprised when Rini didn't say anything about the dirt. He figured she would since she cared so much for her appearance. Still he didn't dwell on it too long and headed with her to Darmis' office. ""Lord Darmis? There's someone here I think you should meet. She's had visions of us."" Darmis turned around in surprise. ""Is this true?"" He asked Rini.<br/>Kaden nodded to Elia and was surprised to hear that her sister had the same name. He noticed that the younger Elia was cute but he tried not to let that thought linger. ""You're both named Elia? That must be confusing."" He said with a small smile despite the crazy situation he was in. He was surprised when Elia knew his name. ""Ya, my name's Kaden. It's nice to meet both of you."" He said offering them his hand to shake."
6417,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=100,2014-12-01T18:35:00,Nuridia,"Elia and Elie both shook Kaden's hand. ""It's tradition, our line is descended from the first Queen Elia's union with the young god of the seas and so all the women born of our family are traditionally named Elia."" ""It's been that way for nearly six hundred years."" the elder Elia explained. Ellie notice Kaden look at her and a soft dusky blush spread across her cheeks. She thought he was quite handsome if somewhat rugged. When Rini finally arrived into the hall with Quentin and the others, she was introduced to Darwin and curtsied to him. ""Excuse my appearance, I've had quite a rough twenty five hours."" Rini said and then heard him ask about the visions. ""Yes, it's true."" ""It's been a long time, ever since I was three or four I believe."" she pondered."
6418,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=100,2014-12-01T18:45:00,Tomia,"""Wow, so you two are royalty? That's amazing."" Growing up as a farmer Kaden knew almost nothing about history or politics. His adopted parents wanted to protect him. He noticed Elie blush, but didn't think much of it. He still thought of himself as a farm boy. She wouldn't be interested in him. ""Well, I guess I am too now. It seems so crazy to me. I hope I get to see my family. I can't believe they've been out there all this time."" Kaden still didn't know that his family had all been killed.<br/>Darmis shook his head at Rini's apology. ""You need not to apologize. Appearances and formalities do not mean much here. We will get you some fresh clothes soon if you wish though. So these visions, have they involved that boy in the hall? It's amazing that we may have found two gatekeepers in one day. This must be fate."" He said to her."
6419,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=100,2014-12-01T18:56:00,Nuridia,"""I didn't really see much of any boy, but I did catch a glimpse of one when he went in."" ""I think he was the one from my vision."" Rini was visibly shocked when Darmis said that appearances didn't mean anything where they were. ""What kind of strange and alien place am I in, I am definitely not in Marseille anymore."" the princess said. However, she did look visibly relieved at the thought of fresh clothes. ""That sounds wonderful, thank you."" ""I thought I would have to walk around dirty all day."" ""I know I just met you and I don't want to impose, but is there any place where a lady can have a bath?"" ""My hair looks tragic right now."" Rini asked and sighed in relief as they walked in. Meanwhile, both Elias heard Kaden speak. ""So you're really a prince after all?"" ""Not that it would've meant much, you seem nice anyway even before we knew you were any sort of prince."" Ellie said, she felt an unexpected smile turn up the corners of her lips when she talked to Kaden. Elia knew the story but was surprised Kaden didn't know it. ""You mean that your birth family didn't raise you?"" the older redhead asked."
6420,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=100,2014-12-01T19:12:00,Tomia,"Darmis couldn't help but smile at Rini's words. ""No, you certainly aren't."" He heard her asked about a bath. ""Well I suppose that's fair. We need to speak about your royal in the prophecy, but I suppose that can wait until after you have bathed."" He turned to Quentin, ""Quentin, find some clothes the lady can wear and show her to a bath chamber."" Quentin nodded to Darmis, ""Yes my lord"". He motioned for Ring to follow him and headed down the hallway until he opened a door and headed into a room. The bath wasn't very fancy and only fit one person, but it was clean and would do the job. ""I'll go find you some clothes my lady"" He told her before leaving and closing the door behind him.<br/>Kaden nodded to the royal sisters, ""That's what I've been told at least. I thought I was just a farm boy."" He smiled at Elie's compliment. It made him feel better for some reason. ""Thanks, I appreciate that."" He told her sincerely. Kaden looked a little sad at Elia's question. ""No, I've never met them. My adopted parents told me I was left on their door step one night. I've never met any of my real family. I didn't even know who they were until today. I hope I get to meet them soon. I've always wondered what it would be like when I finally found them. """
6421,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=100,2014-12-01T19:48:00,Nuridia,"""I'm sorry about that."" ""Maybe everything will work out for the best."" Elia told Kaden. Outside, Rini smiled and dipped her head to Darmis in thanks, following Quentin to the bath chamber. It was much smaller and plainer than she was used to, and the water was usually scented with herbs and flowers but right now she just wanted a hot bath. She didn't mind the smallness, it's not like she bathed with other people anyway. Quentin then said he was going to get her some clothes and she thanked him before he left. She closed the door and had a bit of trouble undressing. Her gown laced up in the back and she usually had ladies to unlace it for her. After some fumbling which bruised her fingers she found the knot but couldn't really undo the gown. It had sleeves, bodice, corset, petticoat and skirts that were all seperately tied on. She couldn't exactly get the top parts off herself. Rini sighed and looked at her purple fingertips and stuck her head out of the bath chamber for Quentin before walking up to him still dressed. ""Excuse me?"" ""Does anbody know a lady that can help me undress, I'm afraid this gown laces up the back and it's not exactly in one piece."" she asked, blushing with embarrassment."
6422,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=100,2014-12-01T19:58:00,Tomia,"Kaden nodded to Elia, though he wasn't sure how much he could believe that. ""Thanks for that. So what are you and your sister doing here? I mean if you're not knights and all.""<br/>Quentin was walking away from the bath chamber when he suddenly heard Rini's voice. He was surprised by her question. ""Uh ya, I think I know someone who can help. I'll be right back."" He went off to Fiona's room and found her sulking. They were close friends so Quentin felt comfortable asking her for a favor. ""Hey Fiona? You know the girl me and the others rescued? Well, she's taking a bath and needs help undressing. Do you think you can help?"" Fiona looked up at her friend, ""Why do I have to do it?"" ""She needs a girl, and I know you know about dresses since you wear them undercover. Please can you help?"" Fiona sighed, ""Fine, but you owe me Quentin."" Quentin smiled, ""Thanks"". He told her before he headed off to find Rini some clothes. Fiona headed off to the bath chamber Rini was in and knocked on the door, ""Are you the one Quentin asked me to help?"" Fiona asked."
6423,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=100,2014-12-01T20:54:00,Nuridia,"Rini turned around and saw Fiona come into the bath chamber. ""Oh thank the gods."" 'Yes, I am the person that Quentin asked you to help."" ""Fashions in my kingdom aren't very practical I'm afraid."" ""Anyway, thank you for volunteering because I can't get these undone myself."" she told the blonde. In the hallway, Elia stiffened a little when Kaden asked what they were doing there before speaking. ""Well, I came from my kingdom becuase I've been having these visions."" ""Weird visions and dreams for as long as I could remember."" ""This place, these knights, and even you."" ""I kept seeing all of you and I didn't know why considering I didn't know you, so I came here looking for answers."" she said truthfully."
6424,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=100,2014-12-01T21:04:00,Tomia,"""Don't worry about it. I always hated wearing dresses. I had to do it a lot when I was working in secret."" She said as she walked behind Rini and started working on her gown. ""You know, now that you're part of all this, you'll have to get used to wearing armor instead of dresses. Dresses are too inconvenient in battle."" She said as she helped Rini undress.<br/>Kaden was shocked at Elia's words. ""You had visions about me?"" He asked, trying not to sound creeped out. He didn't <newest and why he was so special. ""You know, I've had dreams about my family."" He admitted to the princesses. ""I feel like their waiting for me. I guess we were all meant to find each other. This must be about the prophecy Fiona told me about."""
6425,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=100,2014-12-01T21:26:00,Nuridia,"Elia and Ellie heard Kaden's words and looked at each other with a sad look on their faces but tried not to let it show. Him being adopted was already probably shocking enough, and Darmis probably didn't want him to hear the story that he had told them yet. Look how stern he was with Fiona, they thought. In the bath chamber Rini was talking with Fiona. ""I've always enjoyed wearing fine clothes, in fact in my parents' court it's a must if you want to fit in."" ""Anybody who's anybody has to always look the most fashionable."" Rini explained. She then felt the laces on her corset and gown loosen. ""Thank you very much, I bruised my fingers trying to do that."" ""I believe I can take the rest off myself."" Rini then froze a little bit when Fiona said she'd have to wear armor. ""Like real armor?"" ""Boys' armor?"" ""It'll hide my figure, and I can't fight anyway."" ""I'll look like a man in it."" She then came back to reality and stopped. ""I don't mean to sound ungrateful because I am far from it, since these people saved me from that brute I'll help in any way I can."" ""But can't I just use my magic to fight instead of a sword?"" ""I see I have much to learn, this is a culture that I am unused to."" Rini asked sincerely."
6426,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=100,2014-12-01T21:49:00,Tomia,"Kaden saw the sad look Elie and Elia gave each other and he wondered if they were hiding something. Still, he decided not to press it. Just then Darmis, called them into his office. ""I need to speak with you."" He told them. Kaden was surprised but nodded, and went with the others to see what Darmis wanted. ""You'll need to leave soon, you're journey will be a long and hard one. There's no reason to delay it."" ""What journey?"" Kaden asked in confusion. ""You two, and the other girl who came here are gate keepers. You've been chosen by the gods to defeat Gara the Dark one. You must find the other gate keepers and find the ancient keys that will allow you to discover the weapon that you will use to defeat Garax."" Kaden was shocked, this seemed so unreal to him.<br/>""That sounds like it would drive me mad."" Fiona said at Rini's comment about her court. She then heard her comment about armor. ""Listen, sometimes there's more to life than looking good. Of course you don't need to fight with a sword, but you need armor anyway. It will save your life when you get into real combat. I know this change will be difficult for you, but trust me. You seem stronger than you look. I refuse to believe that your nothing more than a pretty face."" She nodded when Rini said she could take the job from there. ""Alright, and you're welcome."" Fiona stepped outside and sat in the hallway on a bench. She wondered what the future held for here, and hoped she didn't ruin her chance to prove herself."
6427,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=100,2014-12-01T23:27:00,Raktio,"Kadria didn't have to wait long until the first group of Hunters arrived, five mass portals allowed five hundred men to travel to the farm form the Hunter's keep in relatively short time, however this also would exhaust several mages per a portal with how long they held them open and the distance. They moved along forging there own path since Fiona hadn't left a strait one for them, Kadria followed behind the group with the commander to make sure that they would capture instead of kill Kadan and Fionanif possible.<br/><br/>The Tracker leader got information from his two associates about the enemy's base and numbers amongst other things. Once they were relatively close they opened a second group of portals to let another war party through, one would stay above ground and ensure none escaped while the other would go in and attack them in the tunnels. The attackers were shadows within shadows, the first to die were the sentries, they either had their throats slit by knives from the darkness or were shit down by unseen archers. The five hundred in the first war party moved in, doing so ungroups of fifty which would each split into groups of ten, each with a few close combat, ranged and talented dark mages.<br/><br/>On the outside several mages worked together to form a mass of pure and simple darkness which would make it so that light would not shine within, and only those with dark magic in their blood would be able to see. The mages didn't cast it yet, they would save it for once they heard the defenders alarms in order to make the most of their element of surprise. Every entrance the shadow wolves had discovered, which was at least most of them, were covered and the Hunters patrolled the forest invisible to the eye, and amost completely silent.<br/><br/>Kadria lead one group of Hunters intending to get some more vengeance, however nobody would have seen her for she took to the twisty cavern's tunnels as a shadow. When she found a Knight she got up close than just simply turned to ash with a powerful shadow bolt. Her next kill was a shadow clones making a slit to the throat, clean, simple, and effective. She continued to move along down the corridor she had chosen, purging it of the bandits who had lived within these tunnels like virmin for so many years."
6428,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=100,2014-12-02T06:31:00,Nuridia,"""Journey?"" 'Where in the world are we supposed to go?"" Elia asked Darmis. In the bath chamber, Rini had her bath and now was using a towel to dry off. She had washed her hair since it had dust in it, using a seperate bucket as the water would undoubtedly be turned pink if she washed it in the bathtub and she was surprised that only a little excess dye came out and her hair was still its rosy pink. She wrapped herself in a drying cloth and waited for her clothes. She thought about her life, how everything could be snatched away in an instant. Nothing was guaranteed, and she thought on all the words that had been said to her since she arrived."
6429,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=100,2014-12-02T08:11:00,Tomia,"Darmis shook his head at Elia's question. ""Even I do not know the answer to that my lady. Fear not, the gods will guide you. This is all their doing after all."" He told her confidently.<br/>Quentin came back to the bath chamber with the clothes he had collected. He managed to find a dress and shoes for Rini but they weren't very fancy. He put his hand through the door and held them out to respect Rini's privacy.<br/>A little while later a solider came running into Darmis' office. ""Sir, we've been infiltrated! Garax's men are attacking!"" Darmis stood up, unfortunately he wasn't surprised. ""Have the earth mage seal the entrance tunnels. Tell everyone we're leaving. Get as many people and supplies to the portals we've set up as possible. Have the darkness mages create more if necessary. Anyone who can't make it through the portals we'll send through the emergency tunnel. We placed a powerful spell in it so I can't imagine they've found it yet. Go now."" The solider nodded and went off to alert everyone. Fiona had heard and was already packing her things and supplies. She then headed to Darmis' office. Darmis turned to the teens before him. ""We need to leave now. Gather anything you came with quick, and go get the other Princess, she needs to come too."" Darmis prepared to create a portal and dark magic grew from his hands as a large portal grew in his office.<br/>Earth mage began collapsing all the tunnels into the underground base so that enemy could enter. They stood by as guards until everyone was ready to evacuate. The Knights were quick to prepare as they were always ready for evacuation. Soon they had gathered their supplies and we're disappearing through tunnels that would disperse them across Adrea."
6430,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=100,2014-12-02T11:28:00,Raktio,"The word that one of the Knights had managed to escape death and warn the others quickly passed up the chain of command, and once the Dark Mages who were on the darkness ritual finished the spell. Everything went black, completely dark, and everybody aside from the Hunters and other dark mages in and near the tunnels would be completely deprived of being able to see. Many of the Hunters weren't fully dark mages but had a sliver of power in them which was enough to work with and permitted them to see in the magic darkness."
6431,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=100,2014-12-02T12:22:00,Nuridia,"Rini smiled when the clothes arrived and thanked Quentin before the door was closed. She looked at the dress and shoes with a small frown, they were much plainer than she was used to although she had to admit that the fabric was sturdy and not a bad color. ""This is definitely plainer than I'm used to but thank the gods it's clean and dry."" ""Besides, I actually kind of like the color."" she whispered to herself, tossing on the dress and shoes. Suddenly, there was a huge commotion about needing to escape and there was a darkness that started to spread through the hideout. Rini realizd that this was not the time to whine about anything and left the chamber before it got too dark. ""What in the world is happening?"" ""I can't see anything!"" she started to panic. Both Elias had a problem as their vision was too obscured."
6432,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=100,2014-12-02T12:49:00,Tomia,"Quentin smiled when Rini thanked him for the clothes. Suddenly the torches and lanterns around the base went out. Quentin was a darkness mage so he could see in the dark. He opened the door and took Rini's hand. ""Come on princess, we need to find Darmis."" He told her. He ran through the hallways as other darkness mages were leading people in the portals. The fire mages relite some of the fires near the tunnels for the earth mages. Soon even the earth mages were leaving through the portals as the base was evacuated. The earth mages ensured all the tunnels collapsed before they left. Quentin and Rimini soon reached Darmis' office where the others including Fiona were waiting. ""Come on, we have to leave."" Darmis said to them, gathering his important documents and destroying whatever he couldn't take with him. He gathered a number of weapons and supplies as well. ""We're leaving."" He pushed all of the others into the portal he had created and once they were all through he entered himself and it closed behind them.<br/>Kaden and the others arrived in a field in what seemed like a gated community. There were white stone buildings and men that were wearing church robes all around them, looking at the strangers curiously. An exhausted Darmis spoke up, ""Welcome to the temple of light."""
6433,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=100,2014-12-02T15:10:00,Nuridia,"Rini didn't even have time to protest as Quentin basically dragged her to where Darmis was. She wondered how he could see in this near pitch darkness when nobody else could. When they arrived, Darmis was waiting with everybody including two redheads who appeared to be at least of royal or noble origin going by their gowns. They were basically all shuffled into a portal when it closed and it looked like they were teleported to some kind of monastery. The older Elia spoke up at Kaden's words. ""Temple of Light?"" ""What exactly is that?"" she wondered."
6434,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=100,2014-12-02T15:59:00,Tomia,"Kaden and the others began to shuffle to their feet. Quentin rubbed his head a little as he had hit it in the fall. Darmis heard Elia's question. He looked exhausted but he answered anyway. ""The Temple of Light is the home of the Aleian monks. They worship the goddess of Aleia. They are pacifists but they support our cause with supplies and a safe place to stay every once in a while. They're monastery is protected against dark mages. Ancient magic makes it impossible for them to enter the premises."" ""Well, most dark mages."" A man in a monk's robe added. He had a disapproving look on his face. ""Darmis, we have aided your cause, but you know we do not enjoy permitting you and this boy here."" He said motioning to Quentin. ""Relax Cornelius. It isn't as if we chose to be darkness mages. We're on your side."" Darmis responded. ""Very well, but you mustn't stay long. It makes many of the brothers uneasy."" ""We didn't have much of a chose. Garax attacked one of our bases and I needed a safe place."" He gestured to Kaden. ""Meet the rightful heir of Adrea."" Cornelius was shocked. He bowed before Kaden. ""Your majesty, it's an honor to finally meet you. I've anxiously awaited your return."" Kaden looked visably uncomfortable at someone bowing at him. ""Uh, hi."" He said awkwardly. Cornelius rose and turned to Darmis. ""Very well, you may stay a short while. I will have a few of my brothers prepare quarters for to you."" He bowed and walked off. Darmis turned to the others. ""We'll stay here a short while before we will have to leave again. We must find the keys, and fast. Fiona and Quentin, you'll be heading back to one of our others bases to group up with our brothers and sisters in the field."" ""What?"" Fiona called out in outrage. ""I belong out there with them!"" Darmis' expression grew stern. ""You almost got then killed today. You are not ready for such a mission."" Fiona was about to answer but Kaden spoke up. ""I want her to come with us."" Darmis was surprised by this statement. Kaden hadn't spoken much so far. ""Your highness, it's in our best interest..."" ""I want her to stay. She's my one connection to my old life and she protected me all this time."" Darmis wanted to argue but stopped himself. ""Very well my liege."" He said in response. Quentin wanted to stay as well but wouldn't argue with Darmis, it wasn't his way. Fiona turned to Kaden with a grateful expression, ""Thank you your highness."" Kaden frowned when she called him ""your highness"". ""Please, don't call me that."""
6435,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=100,2014-12-02T21:26:00,Kuhlfros,"It was dark out in the city where Braedon was, but Braedon had for the most part recovered in power, and he had to report to Darmis, Braedon had guessed it was way too close for comfort to for them to remain in the tunnels so he had concluded they had gone to the safest place near them from Dark Mages, which Braedon did not smile about to say the least. But, there were shadows outside the temple, Atleast there was that, Ripping another portal into the shadows (unknowingly because his distance from Kadria would prevent her from detecting it unless she gets quickly enough to the city before the magical residue may dissipate.<br/><br/>Popping outside the temple with a relative swooshing sound he stood outside the temple, refusing to enter due to superstition though he may have been able to enter, especially though he was ,he considered, the most powerful Dark Mage in the Order, Braedon knew Darmis would tell whom it was after hearing the swooshing sound, so some what melodramatically he made a solid table and pair of chairs out of shadow wisps, and sat down on one of them, awaiting Darmis."
6436,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=100,2014-12-03T15:29:00,Nuridia,"Elia, Ellie and Rini just stood there whil Darmis talked to the monk. Rini felt a pang of anger in her chest for the way the monk acted toward and insulted Quentin, she didn't know why it was there but it was there. Meanwhile they saw how Kaden dreaded his new royal title. He didn;t seem really ready for this transaction. And when Darmis scolded Fiona, Elia didn't know why but she felt a pang in her as well. Elia couldn't help but notice the blonde was pretty but she looked over at her sister instead. Ellie was still reading up on the five elements in the section of her tome."
6437,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=100,2014-12-03T16:04:00,Tomia,"Soon a few monks came over to the group in light grey robes with hoods that covered their face. They escorted them to two large houses that were built like churches. One of the monks pointed to the buildings telling them to enter. The other monk spoke up, ""Forgive brother Joseph, he has taken a vow of silence. My name is Cladus, it is nice to meet you all."" He was a friendly man, but he still glanced nervously at Quentin. ""This is where you will be staying for the night."" He turned to Fiona, Rini, and the two Elias. ""My ladies, you shall be staying in the building on the right. We will have supper brought to all of you shortly. Goodnight my friends, may Aleia guide you."" Quentin and Kaden started heading into the building on the left, ""Well, I guess we'll see you guys later."" Kaden said, he didn't seem too happy about being separated though. There was something about being in a group that comforted him. Also the reassurance that Fiona, and the Elias gave him made him feel less overwhelmed. Fiona went into the building on the left. She put her things on the bed farthest in the corner. She sat on her bed and sulked a little as she unpacked the few items she had brought."
6438,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=100,2014-12-03T19:51:00,Nuridia,"All three girls thanked the monk as he left and they started their walk toward the building that Cladus had pointed out. ""I've never stayed in a monastery before, I wonder what it'll be like?"" Rini wondered as they made it to the bed. The building was clean and the beds looked comfortable, and with that the oldest princess was pleasantly surprised. When she saw Fiona put her things away however, Rini had remembered that the only things she really had now were her stained gown and her jewelry. She looked for a drawer to put them in and closed it, she wasn't used to being this poor. But seeing how happy the monks were with it made her think it probably wasn't so bad. Elia and Ellie found a pair of beds close to each other and stowing away the things they managed to take away from the ship under them, Ellie prepared for bed right away but Elia still saw Fiona sulking. She wondered what was up, the blonde hadn't really spoken to anyone since the girls had seen her. Curious, she decided to speak up. ""Hey, I was just wondering."" 'Are you okay, you seem a bit sad."" the older Elia asked Fiona."
6439,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=100,2014-12-03T20:26:00,Tomia,"Kaden and Quentin made their way to house they would be staying in. It was bigger than Kaden's old house. Kaden put the few things he had brought with him. He then turned to Quentin, realizing they hadn't spoken yet. ""Hi, I'm Kaden."" He said, offering his hand in greeting. Quentin looked a little nervous to be speaking to the prince but spoke his hand. ""It's an honor to meet you your highness, my name is Quentin"". Quentin said in admiration. Kaden frowned again. ""It feels like I don't have a first name anymore."" Kaden said a little sadly. ""Quentin, would you mind calling me Kaden? I just want to be a regular kid."" Quentin nodded, ""alright Kaden, I promise.""<br/>Fiona was surprised when Elia came up to speak to her. ""I'm fine."" Elia said instinctively. She never opened up, though that was probably why she felt so lonely. She pulled herself from her own thoughts and turned to Elia. ""I never caught your name. I'm Fiona."" She said to her. She didn't want to talk about her feelings, but Fiona still felt like talking a little.<br/>Darmis felt the presence of another darkness mage and went to see who it was. He recognized the presence as a knight of Berian so he wasn't worried."
6440,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=100,2014-12-03T20:48:00,Nuridia,"'I'm Elia Thoth, nice to meet you Fiona."" ""My sister over there is also named Elia, but we call her Ellie."" Elia said, not surprised that Fiona wasn't really opening up to her because she seemed that way but somehow the redhead felt the need to comfort her. Rini had rescued the white shift she wore under her old gown and used it as a nightgown, it was still clean and smelled of the perfume she wore which she was grateful for. She folded up the new dress and shoes that she was given and put them under her bed. ""I never thought I'd be so happy to just be alive, thank the gods."" Rini yawned, flopping down on her bed. The rough day and lucky escpaes she had somehow lessened her thinking on fashion. But of course, not all the way. She saw the dress that she had gotten captured in and couldn't help but cluck at it. ""The stains in my old dress will probably take years to get out, I'll have to wash them before they set and this will never be wearable again."" 'It's a shame too, velvet's so expensive."" Her eyes widened as she realized that this wasn't her old life anymore. ""Damn, there I went again."" ""I haven't gotten used to the fact that looks are mostly trivial now."" Rini sighed a bit and yawned sleepily. She scolded herself and called her appearance trivial, which was something that she never did. ""But that's not important now, we've had a long day and all need slep I'm guessing."" ""Goodnight everyone."" Rini called over her shoulder before getting in her bed. The small size was actually quite comforting and made her want to curl up, it was nice and warm too."
6441,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=100,2014-12-03T21:07:00,Tomia,"Kaden and Quentin had gotten in to bed themselves. It had been a long day and they would most likely have one ahead of them. Kaden couldn't help but wonder of everything that had happened had been a dream, and he would wake up in the morning in his bed with his adopted parents making breakfast downstairs.<br/>Fiona couldn't help but smile at Elia's comment about her sister's name. Fiona was a little shy about smiling but Elia made her feel a little more comfortable than most people. ""Well, I've always heard that your family had a tradition of naming their daughters the same name. I guess that certainly makes naming children easier."" She said, in a little more playful tone than usual. She then turned to Elia, her blue eyes looking at her. ""Thanks for asking about me by the way. That was sweet of you."""
6442,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=125,2014-12-03T21:39:00,Kuhlfros,"Braedon saw Darius and from under his hood smiled and waved him over, outside the radius of the temple, offering a seat of shadow, saying, ""Long Time no see, old friend, How are you?"" The corners of his dark blue eyes wrinkled as he smiled to the large, built man, as he removed his hood from his head, and continued, ""I suppose I had better report my actions after the village, and not give one of those monks a heart-attack. No matter how funny that would be..."""
6443,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=125,2014-12-04T01:16:00,Raktio,"The attack had gone fairly well, despite not being able to get her prisoners, they weren't dead either so she could get them another time. The survivors had managed to excape into one of the temples protected by long gone, but still funtional, light magic which stopped dark mages and their magic unless invited by someone within.<br/><br/>While the Hunters dealt with their stuff, including getting a message off to the regular armed forces, reporting the fugitives who have fled to the temple, unfortunately it would take much longer for the regs to get their job done since they didn't quite have nearly as many powerful dark mages to create portals. Kadria found the parameter of the 'blank white' area and forming a portal just outside of the sanctuary took Dusk and Shadow with her.<br/><br/>Masking herself in shadows to prevent magical and physical detection she began to walk around the edge of the area where she couldn't enter. About three fifths the way around she say two people, one the man she faught and another Knight with him, while making sure to keep herself completely disguised and hidden she observed them and lip reading, and as it ended up she arrived just in time to watch the man tell his end of their fight."
6444,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=125,2014-12-04T08:43:00,Nuridia,"""It does, but sometimes it gets confusing."" ""I know it's tradition, but if I ever had a girl-child I probably wouldn't nme her Elia."" ""Technically I probably wouln't have to because she wouldn't have the Thoth name."" Elia said and then smiled when Fiona thanked her. ""It's cool, I just don;t like seeing people sad is all."" ""Well, I guess this is goodnight."" the redhead said, going over to her own bed."
6445,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=125,2014-12-04T09:12:00,Tomia,"Darmis gave a small smile at Braedon's words and listened to his report. ""Very well, I'm glad you made it out safely. It seems you did a good job. Damn Garax attacked our base but the evacuation went pretty well. Anyway, you should come inside Braedon. I know you don't care much for the temple, but you'll need your rest."" Darmis patted Braedon on the shoulder before heading towards his cabin to rest.<br/>Fiona couldn't help but notice Elia had a pretty smile, but she wondered why that would come into her thoughts. She pushed it away as Elia said goodnight and got into bed as well. ""Goodnight"" Fiona called back before slowly drifting off to sleep.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Next Morning</span><br/>When the sun had barely risen Darmis poked his head into both houses that the others were staying in. ""Come on kids! It's time to wake up! No waiting around!"" He called to them to wake them up. Quentin and Fiona were used to waking up very early so they didn't seem bothered, neither did Kaden since he lived in a farm. They all noticed that there were already trays of food waiting for them in their cabins. It was mostly bread, chese, and fruits with a pitcher of water. ""The monks are vegetarians. They do not believe in hunting or killing animals for food."" Fiona explained to the other girls as she began to put her armor back on."
6446,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=125,2014-12-04T10:12:00,Nuridia,"Everybody groaned when Darmis called for them to wake up. Rini threw her pillow over her head. ""Really?"" ""Five more minutes, you're worse than palace wake up call."" she groaned but pushed herself out of bed anyway. ""Not used to this?"" Elia asked her curiously. ""Blame my parents."" Rini yawned, throwing on the clean dress and shoes that they had. When they arrived where the food was, everybody was shocked at the trays of food. They looked good, but they were unused to it. """"It seems good, and at least they were nice enough to feed us."" Elia said as she took up her tray. ""Yeah, it's just a shock."" ""In Olantis there's always some sort of seafood or fish on the table but it was still nice of them."" Ellie said. Rini took up her tray as well, she complained about fashion and sleep but hardly ever about food. Sure she was used to the bacon, ham and eggs that they served at home but she never really enjoyed that she usually had breakfast alone. ""Hey, I'm grateful because it's food and I haven't had a proper meal in a day and a half."" ""I don't mind the lack of meat much, no gravy or grease to worry about ruining the only clean dress I've got left."" Rini said as she ate. She noticed that there was no wine here, but a pitcher of water. People in the court hardly drank water publicly, so it was a new experience but the water was surprisingly refreshing. ""I'm not used to eating with other people, I usually have breakfast alone."" So I wonder, do the monks drink wine at all because I noticed there wasn't any?"" ""And do they grow their own food or get somebody to do it for them?"" Rini asked Fiona."
6447,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=125,2014-12-04T11:20:00,Tomia,"Fiona shook her head at Rini's question. ""No, they do not drink wine at all. They believe it is impure."" Fiona explained as she took her plate for herself. ""They make most of their own food, but some of it is donated by businesses in the city."" Kaden and Quentin came into the room as well. They were both fully dressed, but in white armor that they didn't have the day before. It was armor of the temple, even though they weren't warriors they sometimes used it for protection. Kaden seemed a little uncomfortable in armor. He wasn't used to it. ""I wonder where we'll be going now."" Quentin said as he ate. Kaden merely picked at his food nervously and didn't speak much. Quentin frowned when Rini said she ate breakfast alone. ""Why? Didn't your family eat with you?"""
6448,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=125,2014-12-04T12:08:00,Nuridia,"""Well that explains it."" ""I guess they would think that since it gets you drunk, thanks for answering."" Rini said to Fiona, her sleepiness becoming a bit more noticeable as she finished up her food. Suddenly the door opened and in came Kaden and Quentin dressed in shining white armor. They looked so different, Rini and Ellie couldn;t help but think of how handsome and dashing they looked in it, like warrior gods although Kaden was noticeably uncomfortable. ""You guys got the rude awakening too?"" Rini yawned, obviously still sleepy and actually sounding a bit irritable from thinking about how suddenly they were woken. ""Kaden, you look uncomfortable."" 'Are you okay?' Ellie asked. She had not yet called him highness or majesty even after learning he was the true king."
6449,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=125,2014-12-04T12:34:00,Tomia,"Quentin couldn't help but laugh softly at Rini's comment. ""You're not used to waking up this early huh? Being a knight of Berian, sleep is a luxury for us."" He told Rini as he ate. Kaden was surprised when Elie came up to him and asked if he was okay. She didn't seem to treat him differently because he was royalty and she always called him Kaden. He appreciated that a lot. ""Ya, I'm just really used to armor is all. I guess I'm not really used to any of this. It's just... a lot to take in I guess.""<br/>Soon after Darmis appeared in the cabin again. ""Alright, we need to get going soon. The temple won't have us for long. But they've been kind enough to offer us some supplies. There's blankets, spare sets of clothes, canteens and a few other things. I suggest you get what you need before we leave."" ""Where are we going?"" Kaden spoke up. ""I don't know yet, but the gods will send a sign soon enough."" Darmis responded."
6450,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=125,2014-12-04T15:26:00,Kuhlfros,"Braedon walked into the cabin where they ate, he had finally submitted to another night of rest, though short in the Temple grounds, he walked in chewing dried rabbit jerky, and a fearful monk hesitantly handed him a tray of food, which Braedon thanked nonchalantly, Braedon has trimmed his short beard and washed his hair to make himself more presentable, and wore his dark, almost black armor covered in runes and drawings under his motley dark green cloak which hung on his shoulders, sitting down next to the group he said to Darmis, ""Like I said the night before Darmis, although it is harder to trace, The Dark Mages know we are here, and I can bet you that they will find a way to destroy these barriers before their god tells them to take up swords..."" He looked around to everyone, ""We need to reach somewhere far out of Garax's grasp so the Kaden's training can be completed and he will be of age and ready,"" He leaned closer to darmis and whispered, ""I did mention the pretty mage that I had to battle for Kaden and raided the base... to get here...and did you tell Kaden about...you know.."""
6451,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=125,2014-12-04T17:19:00,Nuridia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Tomia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321740&amp;p=22675427#p22675427"">wrote</a>:</cite>Quentin couldn't help but laugh softly at Rini's comment. ""You're not used to waking up this early huh? Being a knight of Berian, sleep is a luxury for us."" He told Rini as he ate. Kaden was surprised when Elie came up to him and asked if he was okay. She didn't seem to treat him differently because he was royalty and she always called him Kaden. He appreciated that a lot. ""Ya, I'm just really used to armor is all. I guess I'm not really used to any of this. It's just... a lot to take in I guess.""<br/>Soon after Darmis appeared in the cabin again. ""Alright, we need to get going soon. The temple won't have us for long. But they've been kind enough to offer us some supplies. There's blankets, spare sets of clothes, canteens and a few other things. I suggest you get what you need before we leave."" ""Where are we going?"" Kaden spoke up. ""I don't know yet, but the gods will send a sign soon enough."" Darmis responded.</div></blockquote><br/>""Wait, you guys don't sleep?"" Rini asked Quentin in surprise and then heard Darmis talk about a journey. ""Wait, you mean we're just going to trek through gods know where with all the bugs and dirt and...hell no!"" ""I am not going out there, I absolutely despise insects."" ""And dirt, bug bites will ruin my skin and turn it purple, not doing it."" 'I haven't complained so far because everybody's been so kind, but going through the woods and the mountains is an entirely different story."" ""I'm going to die out there."" Rini said. Elia sighed. ""Oh come on...what's your name again?"" she questioned. ""Irina, but everybody calls me Rini."" Rini answered. Ellie then spoke up. ""Well Rini, we don't really have much of a choice."" ""The fate of the world is way more important than some dirt on your clothes."" ""Anyway we're going to need some armor ourselves."" Ellie said sternly, sounding older than she was. ""Armor?"" ""I am not wearing that."" Do I have to wear a helmet, I'll get helmet hair."" Rini grimaced. Elia sighed. ""Look, I see that you've obviously been deprived of parental attention and you're a bit spoiled."" ""But this is the entire world we're talking, you can't go home now."" ""If we don't stop this Garax, there won't be a world to save anymore."" ""And your home will be gone with the rest, isn't that what your visions mean?"" ""You're not denying that the visions are wrong are you?"" Elia said. Rini was surprised, nobody had ever verbally scolded her before. ""Well no...but."" Rini tried to speak but Ellie spoke up. ""And Miss Prima-Donna, you want to pay back everybody that helped you right?"" ""And do you care about your parents, any friends you have?""<br/><br/>""Of course I do!"" ""I'm grateful for everyone's help!"" Rini said sincerely. ""So, you saw the dark mage that attacked the base?"" ""Do you want that to happen to the rest of the world and the people you care about?"" ""You have a chance to prevent it and are you really saying that you won't?"" Elia questioned. Rini looked up at the sky, thought about everything and sighed. ""You're right."" ""I'm being a brat, I'll go okay?"" ""But I won't like it."" Rini added."
6452,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=125,2014-12-04T17:51:00,Tomia,"Darmis nodded at Braedon's words. ""I know Braedon. We are leaving very soon."" He then heard his whispered comment. ""Not yet, that's too much for him to handle at the moment.""<br/>Quentin spoke up when Rini, said she was going to die from the adventure. ""You won't my lady, I promise. I will protect you at all costs."" He then watched with the others as Rini and Elia argued back and forth. He was surprised at how stern Elia was being with her and she was able to get her to agree. Fiona was surprised and a little impressed at Elia's behavior. She was very mature for her age. Kaden was impressed by Elie as well. She seemed really good at taking charge when necessary. When the discussion was over Darmis spoke up. ""Well now that that is settled, let's get our supplies so we can get out of here."" He said, leading everyone toward the large warehouse.<br/>Suddenly another vision came to Elia. It showed a large snowy mountain, a deep lake inside, and a giant sea monster as well."
6453,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=125,2014-12-04T19:00:00,Nuridia,"Rini turned around and looked at Quentin in surprise when he said he would protect her at all costs, her dark blue eyes meeting his. For some reason, it made her actually feel a whole lot better and actually felt a bit bad for the way she had acted earlier. ""Thank you Quentin, that actually means a lot."" Rini said before turning away. hoping nobody would see her face turn the color of an apple. Elia straightened up when all of a sudden she had flashes of a snowy mountain, and a huge lake deep within from which sprage a terrifying sea monster. It was all so vivid and quick, Elia screamed out a little in pain and fell to her knees as Ellie tried to catch her by the arm. ""Hey, you okay there?"" Rini asked, going over to see what was going on."
6454,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=125,2014-12-04T19:20:00,Tomia,"Quentin met Rini's stare. Even he was surprised at what he said but he knew he meant it. ""You're welcome Rini."" He said back to her. He was a little surprised when she turned away. He wondered if he had said something wrong. Everyone was shocked when Elia suddenly collapsed on the way to the supply room. Darmis realized she was most likely having a vision. ""Is it a vision? What do you see?"" He asked her urgently. He was sure this was a message from the gods about where they needed to go."
6455,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=125,2014-12-04T19:44:00,Nuridia,"Elia wasn't surprised that Darmis had asked for the vision as this mission was extremely important to him, but couldn't help but be a bit offended that he didn't ask if she was alright. Nonetheless she told him what she had seen. ""I saw a mountain, high and cold and covered with white snow."" ""And then inside I saw a huge underground lake, and then this terrifying sea beast emerged from it and came straight after me."" Elia groaned, still holding her head."
6456,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=125,2014-12-04T20:03:00,Tomia,"Fiona looked visibly worried at Elia's fall. She wasn't sure why but she was scared for her safety more than she thought was normal. She was almost pale. Darmis listened intently to Elia's words. ""That must be Mount Arye. It must be. That is where we have to go. All of you, gather what ever you need. We are leaving right away."" Quentin and Kaden were concerned for Elia but went to get supplies. ""I'll get things for you and Ellia too."" He told Elie. Fiona decided to stay by Elia's side. She already had gotten what she needed and didn't want to leave for some reason.<br/>Darmis went off and found Cornelius and a few other monks. They chanted together and a large bright light appeared in the shape of a portal. ""This is how we'll be leaving. It's ancient light magic. Like dark portals they will take us where we want to go."" He called to the others."
6457,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=125,2014-12-04T20:38:00,Nuridia,"Rini went back and got everything that she needed and put them in a burlap bag which she had gotten. And then remembering Fiona's advice about armor she wore a high necked chainmail shirt under her dress which she had to admit didn't look bad. After pinning her hair back to heep it out of the way she rejoined the others. Elia looked up and was surprised to see Fiona there, but also pleasantly happy for some reason that she was with her. ""Thanks, for sticking around."" Elia said as she slowly got up."
6458,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=125,2014-12-04T20:47:00,Tomia,"Kaden and Quentin went into the warehouse and grabbed all the things they needed. Food, sleeping bags, and some spare armor. Kaden was glad to see Elia was alright when he came back. Fiona smiled at Elia. ""Don't worry about it. We're friends aren't we?"" When they were all ready Darmis imagined the mountain and led everyone through. They were suddenly transported to the bottom of the mountain side. It was quite cold and it was already snowing lightly. The large Mount Aryre towered over them. They were in the heart of Adrea and Kaden looked around in shock. ""Wow, this is so different than home."" He said in shock. Before the day before he had never even left his village."
6459,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=125,2014-12-04T21:11:00,Kuhlfros,"Braedon raised his eyebrows and leaned over to one of the monks and said, ""Will that hurt?"" even after seeing Quentin stepping through, Braedon decided it would be better to go through the dark, he left the temple, after ensuring his inventory and came through a dark portal along with the others, he decided it be best he introduced himself and walked over to Kaden and smiled, nodding his head and extending his hand he said, ""Prince Kaden Darlius, True Heir to the Kingdom of Adrea, an honor to see you again..perhaps you have not seen me much, but I have you...we have a long journey ahead of us,"" Unknowing of how Kaden would react he grinned devilishly and said, ""We'll have some fun before this journey is over,""<br/><br/>Before introducing himself to anyone else he returned to Darmis and said, ""So who's going to train the boy, and test his magic adeptness? If you aren't going to tell him now, even if he is nearly of age, let's atleast begin his training."""
6460,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=125,2014-12-04T21:36:00,Raktio,"Kadria had slept outside of the barrier with Dusk and Shadow, she had constructed herself a small tent out of darkness which would sustain itself while she slept. Shadow and a few shadow clones of Shadow kept watch over the night ensuring that nobody would approach without Kadria being aware of it well ahead of time.<br/><br/>In the morning, just as early as the Knights she was up and changed into a fresh set of clothes before dropping the mimic tent. She than had Shadow fly above the temple where she or the bird wasn't being actively repulsed, and got a bird's eye view of the place. The first thing she noted was the architecture, it was very well crafted, and she somewhat hoped that the soldiers wouldn't destroy it. Unfortunately she really doubted that would be the case, she felt somewhat sorry for the buildings, but the occupants didn't deserve remorse for they sheltered the people who had killed her family.<br/><br/>She didn't have to wait long before the people she was intrested in started moving about, she watched them whennshe noticed strange power which sent a shiver down her back. She looked in its general direction, but knew what it was already. The magic was completely alien to her, however the way it was being used was completely familiar, she knew what it was before she realized consciously what it was. Inside the the temple grounds, the priests, she presumed at least, were using light magic, the same stuff that warded the temple grounds, to create a portal, a light portal. This fascinated her for she had never really heard much about light magic other than that the Church of Berian's temples were protected by it.<br/><br/>A short while after the portal was created a dark portal was formed outside of the barrier, she assumed that it only could have been<span style=""font-style: italic"">him</span>. She now had two options, follow the guy, or try to intercept a<span style=""font-style: italic"">light</span>portal and travel though that, an opportunity which wouldn't likely show up ever again. She chose to do the latter, however as a precaution she returned to herself and tracked his portal, than opening one nearby and checking to make sure it was safe sent Dusk and Shadow through. The horse and bird would be plenty far enough from the two portals that they wouldn't be discovered but ifnshe falled from the area of either one they'd hear her."
6461,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=125,2014-12-04T22:11:00,Nuridia,"Elia smiled at Fiona's statement, for some reason it made her happy. ""Yeah, good thing we're friends."" the older redhead said. As they passed through the portal of the mountain, Rini and Ellie all noticed the drop in temperature. Rini had borrowed a cloak from the temple while Ellie stillhad a bag of them that she had gotten from Olantis. ""Hey, if anybody needs a cloak I have plenty."" Ellie called out to the group. ""Nobody said anything about climbing a mountain."" ""I'm not dressed for it, should've worn climbing boots."" ""Also I get the weird feeling that we're being stalked somehow."" ""You know you get that creepy feeling that something's following you?"" Rini lamented before she thought of something. ""Wait, I'm an earth mage."" ""I can just make steps up the mountain, duh."" she said aloud."
6462,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=125,2014-12-04T22:28:00,Tomia,"Fiona returned Elia's smile, she felt more comfortable than most people. Quentin seemed alright with the cold, but Kaden was visibly shivering though. He didn't want to say anything however. He didn't want to seem weak. Quentin heard Rini's comment and scrunched his eyebrows. ""I'm sure we'll be alright. We're pretty far out now."" Darmis heard Braeden speak as they began to climb, ""The prophecy says that he will be trained through the quest, and that will be the only way he will defeat Garax. Besides, we don't have time to train him, we have to keep moving."" He said as they started walking up the mountain path."
6463,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=125,2014-12-04T23:21:00,Raktio,"Excitement caused adrenaline coursed through Kadria as she magically grasped onto the magic ofnthe light portal and created a second 'entrance' out of darkness which she quickly stepped into not sure what to expect. The instant she was in the flow she nearly blacked out, she virtually shoved her way out if the portal before even getting all the way to the other end, but almost all the way there.<br/><br/>On solid ground she couldn't even stand but barely held herself up on all fours, and puked out everything her stomach previously contained, short of most the acid. Her head hurt like she was being hit by a blacksmith's hammer, her head hurt so bad she couldn't even feel the snow she was on, and a moment afer havingnher last ejection of stomach contents she blacked out."
6464,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=125,2014-12-05T11:50:00,Nuridia,"""Well alright, if you say so."" ""I pray that I don't get blisters though."" Rini shrugged to Quentin, wrapping herself in her cloak as she followed with the others up the mountain path. ""I could carve a pathway through the mountain if that would make it easier for everyone, or does the ision say that this has to be a specific way of doing things?"" Rini questioned. They weren't far as they had just started when Ellie heard a thump. ""What was that?"" she looked down at the ground and saw what looked like a figure laying on the ground. ""Hey, it's a girl."" Ellie walked ack down and looked at the prone girl when she shuddered a bit. ""Ooh, I can feel the dark aura flow like water through her."" the younger redhead said. Magical auras moved, acted and felt like a fluid, so most of the time experienced water mages were sensitive to them."
6465,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=125,2014-12-05T13:06:00,Tomia,"Darmis heard Rini's question and shook his head. ""If you can make a path feel free. But be careful, this mountain can be a dangerous place. We wouldn't want an avalanche, or to wake something that wouldn't be happy to see us ."" He told Rina as they walked. They then came upon a woman who was laying on the ground. ""That's the woman who attacked us."" Fiona called out in shock. ""What should we do with her?"" Kaden asked. ""Leave her, we have to keep moving."" Darmis called. ""Kaden frowned, ""We can't just leave her. She'll die out here. We have to take her."" Kaden said firmly. He wouldn't let her die, no matter who she was. Darmis sighed, he didn't have time for this. ""Fine, but I'm tying her up. And I won't die for her."" He tied up her arms and legs and tossed her over his shoulder as they continued their walk. Fiona walked next to Elia and blew away most of the snow from them with her wind power. Kaden was still cold, but tried to create a fire in his hand. He was struggling a little though, his body temperature was too low."
6466,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=125,2014-12-05T13:22:00,Nuridia,"Rini nodded to Darmis, he did have a good point. But weren't they already looking for a giant man eating sea monster anyway? As Darmis and Kaden were going back and forth on what to do with their attacker Ellie noticed that Kaden was freezing. She took one of the cloaks out of her bag and wrapped it around his shoulders. ""You'll freeze to death going on like this, just wear it."" ""Who cares about looking weak, I'd rather be weak and alive than a strong dead ice cube."" Ellie said in that motherly way of hers. Elia couldn't help but smile and shake her head at the two of them."
6467,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=150,2014-12-05T13:45:00,Tomia,"As they continued their hike Kaden was surprised when Elie wrapped a cloak around his shoulders. He had to admit he was much warmer then and felt better. Still, he blushed a little when she gave him a lecture in a motherly tone. She was b younger than him but she seemed so strong and confident. It didn't bother Kaden, he actually found it comforting. He admired how strong she was and was glad she seemed concerned about him. ""Thanks, I guess I was being stupid."" He said to her, still trying to hide his blush. Kaden wrapped the cloak around himself as the snow started to fall a little heavier as they began their ascent up the mountain. As they walked Fiona turned to Elia, ""So, what was the vision like? You mentioned a monster?"" Fiona asked curiously. She was concerned about Elia, she was also nervous for her. Whatever they were heading towards it didn't sound good."
6468,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=150,2014-12-05T21:45:00,Nuridia,"Ellie didn't say anything but nodded to Kaden as they made their journey up the mountain. Elia was thinking about what she had seen and was snapped out of her thoughts when Fiona asked what she had seen in her vision. Elia couldn't help but notice that Fiona seemed worried about her safety, she would've blushed but she didn't want to embarrass herself so she told about it. ""Well I saw this mountain, and an underground lake deep inside, and a huge sea monster coming from it."" the older redhead said truthfully."
6469,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=150,2014-12-05T23:22:00,Tomia,"Fiona nodded softly at Elia's words. ""I'm sure that must be scary."" She said simply. She wouldn't sugar coat the situation for Elia, she deserved to know it would be difficult. ""This won't be easy, and it will be incredibly dangerous. I can't promise nothing bad will happen."" She said honestly as they walked up the mountain. ""But we'll do this together, and you won't be alone. I promise you that. I'll be there to help you, I promise."" Fiona said sincerely. Showing a softer side than she usually did.<br/>Kaden continued to walk up the mountain with the others, Elie's cloak around his shoulders. He was still was surprised by what she said, but actually thought her gesture was sweet. He wondered what they would face when they reached the inside of mountain. He was sure they would have to fight, but he wondered if he would be prepared."
6470,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=150,2014-12-06T00:36:00,Nuridia,"""Thank you, that really helps a lot."" Elia said, actually quite pleased by Fiona's softer side coming out. It was quicker than she expected but she already felt some sort of connection to the blonde. Meanwhile Rini drew her cloak around her as she walked up the path with the others, in the short time she had been outside of her court she had seen a whole different world. Normally she probably would've whined some more, but softly and subtly channelling the earth beneath her feet made the ground easier to walk on so reduced the foot pain.It wasn't something that could be felt by anyone else with how small it was. Also she had to admire the strength of this group. They were all fighting so hard for their kingdom and she felt a bit like dead weight among them."
6471,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=150,2014-12-06T00:57:00,Tomia,"Fiona nodded to Elia, ""Don't worry about it."" Quentin meanwhile saw that Rini was thinking about something. ""Rini are you..."" He started but then was interrupted by a loud roaring sound. Kaden looked around, ""What is that?"" The roaring grew louder. ""Frost giants, we have to move now!"" Darmis shouted, but suddenly a large furry creature slide down the mountain toward them, landing in front of them and roaring at them. The frost giant was around 8 feet tall and looked like a large yeti with sharp teeth and claws. A few others began to join the first as they climbed down the mountain toward the heroes."
6472,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=150,2014-12-06T11:40:00,Nuridia,"Rini at first was surprised when she noticed Quentin use her nickname as he had never called her Rini before. However, she was snapped out of her thoughts by their current situation and barely suppressed her scream as the frost giants came barrelling toward them. ""Well we can't run away and we can't run toward, looks like our only option is to stand and fight."" Elia said. ""But we'll need to find a source of water to make it easier, if we attack with no water we'll have to draw it from ourselves or something else."" Ellie said to her sister. ""Are you both daft?!"" ""It's an army of giants, we can't possibly take these guys on and win!"" ""They'll kill us all!"" Rini said, trying not to shout."
6473,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=150,2014-12-06T12:18:00,Tomia,"Kaden was shocked by the giants. He couldn't believe they were actually being attacked. He didn't think he would be helpful at all, but then he heard Ellie's question and got an idea. ""Hey Ellie, the snow! Can't you use that for water?"" He asked her as he prepared to fight. He hoped his magic would start working. He hadn't tried to use it for years. Darmis put Kadria on the ground as he took out his sword and charged at the giants. He charged without any sense of fear or hesitation. Fiona went with him. She wasn't one to stay away from battle. She charged right at a giant with her sword drawn and bravely swung at the large beast. Quentin saw that Rini was afraid, he turned to her and looked her in the eyes. ""You can do this Irina. You're stronger than you give yourself credit for. I believe in you."" He told her sincerely before running into battle himself, firing dark magic at the large beasts."
6474,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=150,2014-12-06T13:51:00,Nuridia,"Rini heard the force behind Quentin's words and saw him look into her eyes. She wasn't exactly too sure about this at all, but then she felt a pang of worry and far when Quentin charged toward the giant. Ellie heard Kaden's idea. ""Brilliant idea Kaden!"" ""Let's go sis!"" Ellie said. ""Right!"" Elia called out, she and Ellie magically manipulated the snow and turned it into flying ice shards to attack the giants. Rini watched them all and knew she couldn't just stand there and do nothing. ""Everybody's fighting so bravely and I'm part of this now so I have to do my share."" ""Hey, ugly!"" Rini called out to one of the giants who turned to her. ""Think fast!"" She made sweeping movements, loosing a huge chunk of earth and kicking it toward the giant's head. She repeated the actions, the movements she used to the magic were graceful and almost looked like she was dancing or perfirming some kind of acrobatics. While Ellie and Elia attakced the giants with ice, Rini got an idea and loosed boulders toward the giants' ankles and wrists, hopefully it would weigh them down."
6475,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=150,2014-12-06T14:01:00,Tomia,"Kaden smiled at Ellie's compliment but knew he had to turn his attention to the task at hand. He took a deep breath and fire started to grow from his finger tips and suddenly he had launched a fire ball right at the face of a giant. The giant howled in pain and dropped his weapon as his hands went to his eyes.<br/>Quentin was surprised when he saw Rini fire rocks at the giants, but he couldn't help but smile. The giant reared back in shock and fell on his back unconscious from the hard strike that Rini had inflicted. While Quentin was distracted, a frost giant struck him with his arm and sent Quentin flying to the ground. The giant then began slowly closing in for the kill."
6476,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=150,2014-12-06T14:20:00,Nuridia,"Rini was fighting one giant and was actually getting tired out when her eye caught sight of Quentin being knocked to the ground and the giant going in to finish him off. ""Quentin, no!"" Rini cried. ""Hold on, I'm coming!"" She forgot about everything in that moment, racing down the mountain and then stood between the giant and the injured knight. ""You stay away from him bastard, you can't have this one!"" Rini said in anger and then launched a boulder hard against the giant's chest where the heart was. After that she knelt beside where Quentin was. ""Are you okay?"" ""Come on Quentin, speak up!"" she said, shaking him."
6477,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=150,2014-12-06T14:42:00,Tomia,"The giant was surprised by the shear force of Rini's attack. It knocked him back and managed to cave his chest, killing him instantly. Most of the giants had been defeated and Darmis and Fiona were finishing off the last of them. Kaden had stopped fighting and saw that Quentin was hurt. He panicked and ran over as well, keeping his distance though as he saw Rini was clearly distressed. Quentin didn't respond for nearly a minute until he slowly began to open his eyes. His look was dazed and unfocused. He had a bruise on his head from the attack. ""Rini? Is that you? You really showed that giant."" He tried to smile but ended up wincing in pain. He seemed like he might be concussed."
6478,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=150,2014-12-06T15:27:00,Nuridia,"Rini saw that he was motionless for nearly a minute and started to get very scared until he slowly opened his eyes. She smiled and quickly wiped the tears that had formed in her eyes so that Quentin couldn't see that she had been crying. ""Well yeah, he tried to kill you."" ""You're the first friend I've had since I was brought to this place, I couldn't let you die."" Rini said with a relieved smile."
6479,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=150,2014-12-06T15:43:00,Tomia,"Quentin reached up for Rini's hand and held it gently. ""Well, thanks for that. I'm really lucky I met you."" Quentin said groggily, he barely seemed awake. Kaden was relieved to see Quentin awake and then saw Darmis and Fiona approach after they had finished off the giants. Darmis had the prisoner on his shoulder as he spoke. ""We need to get him somewhere he can rest. We have to keep moving to find shelter. It will be getting dark soon anyway."" Kaden nodded and gently helped Quentin to his feet, ""Uh, can someone help? His armor is heavy."" Kaden said as he tried to hold up the knight."
6480,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=150,2014-12-06T15:57:00,Raktio,"Two young adult men traveled up a steep mountain trail, they both were in light winter clothes and sported weapons. The first one asked, ""so why couldn't we have sent a few soldiers backed by a mage or two to s al with the frost giants, instead of us two which puts y oink ur life in danger?""<br/><br/>The question had clearly been brought up before, several times actually, and the answer was just about the same each time. ""You know why, I want to test my magic in combat and I can't really do that with humans. So instead I'm going to fight against dumb brutes who won't recognize it as a long lost type of magic.""<br/><br/>""Ive still got a problem, you could get killed by the dumb brutes."" Silence reigned for a moment, than in the distance a beast roared, the guy in the front turned tk the guy behind him, before pelting forward. The second one however was faster and easily kept up, they finally had found their prey, which had likely found someone by the sound of the roar.<br/><br/><hr/>(right before the previous post)<br/>A white humanoid busted into the area which the prince's group was practically flying, and adjusting himself mid air before landing on the ground before one of the last surviving frost giants. The frost giant didn't survive long enough that the guy had also thrown his off hand axe into its head while still in the air. Roling he created a miniature snow flurry which he lobbed into the face of the next frost giant and impaling it with his sword while crashing into its chest.<br/><br/>Lars came into the area only to find the last of the frost giants alread dead, two of them at Riodly's hand. Sighing he felt quite annoyed at his guard, and after a moment looked around, than he asked ""so why are you all out here in the middle of the mountains?"""
6481,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=150,2014-12-06T16:15:00,Nuridia,"""I'll help you."" Rini said, helping Kaden carry Quentin. She didn't have much experience with heavy lifting normally, but chucking rocks at giants all day made this look like a cakewalk. Cake actually sounded really good right now. Ellie and Elia then heard Darmis' words and nodded, heading down the mountain after they were done. Elia decided to check the giant corpses for useful items but finding none returned to the group. Rini heard footsteps and noticed two men in the distance a few feet away from them fighting another snow giant. ""Look, more company."" ""A lot of people seem to find this mountain very popular this time of year."" the pink haired girl mused."
6482,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=150,2014-12-06T16:29:00,Tomia,"Kaden nodded when Rini helped him carry Quentin, ""Thanks"". He told her, shifter Quentin's weight to balance. As they headed up the mountain they came across a large cave and Darmis stopped them, ""This is where we'll camp for the night."" He told them definitively. He then heard Rini's comment and watched as the strangers approached. He heard their question and looked at them. ""Our business is our own, I'm sure you can understand sirs."" He told them matter of factly. He didn't know these people and certainly didn't trust them. ""Come on"" He told the others as they gathered in the cave. Kaden helped Rini lay Quentin down in a dry spot towards the back of the cave. Fiona and Darmis started looked through the food they had brought to make a meal."
6483,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=150,2014-12-06T18:03:00,Nuridia,"""Wait, did you say that we're sleeping in a cave?"" ""On the ground, with bats and spiders?"" Rini questioned as she gently helped Kaden tend to Quentin in the cave. ""Eww, gross."" ""I utterly refuse, I am not waking up to insects and centipedes on me!"" ""Not to mention the guano."" Rini shuddered as she checked Quentin's head for wounds. Elia spoke up. ""Oh come on, don't start."" ""You literally threw yourself between an angry frost giant and Quentin to save his life and you're telling me you can't handle a few bugs?"" Elia asked Rini incredulously. Rini answered indignantly. ""Well that's different!"" ""I was saving a friend's life, sleeping on dirt is an entirely different story!"" she pouted a bit."
6484,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=150,2014-12-06T18:32:00,Tomia,"Kaden was working on starting a fire as Rini tending to Quentin, who appeared fast asleep. Kaden was shocked at how Rini could go from being brave and heroic, to spoiled and argumentative in a few moments. He could tell she was a good person though, even if she was a little spoiled. He was impressed at how she took care of Quentin. She didn't seem spoiled when she was with him. Darmis couldn't help but smirk at Rini's comments. ""Very well, would you like to sleep out in the snow instead? I'm sure the Frost giant would enjoy the company."" He said sarcastically. Kaden finally got the fire to start. ""I did it!"" He cheered proudly. Fiona started cooking a soup that she had made and took out some bread as well. As the soup cooked she sat down next to Ellia who had seemed to become her closet friend in the group. ""Well, I guess a mountain climb just can't be complete without a few giants trying to eat you."" She joked with a small smile, trying to lighten the mood."
6485,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=150,2014-12-06T19:04:00,Nuridia,"""Well you're certainly a no-nonsense general aren't you sir?"" Rini questioned half sarcastically herself. She thought about her optiions, she didn't enjoy sleeping on the ground but certainly she didn't enjoy freezing to death with angry giants ready to kill her. ""Fine, cave it is."" Rini sighed. ""So everybody's okay right, I mean nobody got too banged up from the fight?"" Rini asked. ""I can help you know."" Ellie added, as a water mage she could use water to heal injuries. Elia then saw Fiona sit next to her and laughed softly at her comment. ""Well that certainly makes it less dull doesn't it?"" the older girl asked the blonde."
6486,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=150,2014-12-06T19:14:00,Tomia,"Darmis actually smiled at Rini's question. She was actually starting to grow one him. Kaden thought about Rini's question. ""Well, I got this cut on my arm. But it isn't too bad. No one got hurt as bad as Quentin."" He said holding up his arm and showing a long but thin cut going down his forearm. Fiona got up to check on the soup and turned to Rini ""Well look at the bright side, at least you'll be close to Quentin."" She half joked. Fiona laughed at Ellia's question. Her laugh was light and cute. Even though she tried to hide it often because she didn't think it was tough enough. ""Well, when you're a knight of Berian, if someone isn't trying to kill you, you aren't doing your job right."" She half joked. Her expression then suddenly hardened, ""It's lonely though."" She admitted softly."
6487,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=150,2014-12-06T19:40:00,Nuridia,"Elia couldn't help but notice that Fiona had a very beautiful laugh and she was thinking to herself that she wished to hear more of it. She was caught off guard when her facial expression hardened and then spoke to her. ""I'm sorry, that must be hard."" ""But, you have friends now around you."" Elia said. Ellie heard Kaden call attention to Quentin's injuries and studied him. She put her hands on his chest and his skin started glowing faintly. Ellie lifted her hands and moved them in the path of a river as she moved the bodily fluids through his veins which would accelerate the healing process ""Well I'll need water to complete the process, if somebody went to go get me some snow, do you think that you can heat it up to a liquid Kaden?"" Ellie asked. Rini stood up. ""I guess I'll go and get it."" she said, shocked that she was volunteering to go out into the cold. She heard Fiona's question as she walked away and a bright pink blush that matched her dyed hair came to her cheeks. ""Th..That has absolutely nothing to do with anything at all!"" ""He saved me from those mercenaries and I consider him a friend, I'm returning the favor okay?!"" Rini said defensively and went outside quickly so that Fiona wouldn't see her face turn apple red. Ellie couldn't help but laugh at the whole thing."
6488,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=150,2014-12-06T20:06:00,Tomia,"Fiona turned to Ellis and looked into her eyes. ""Thanks Ellia, I appreciate that. You know, I'm really glad I met you."" Kaden nodded to Ellie and started heating up his hands as he prepared to melt the snow. He couldn't help but laugh a little at Rini's reaction. It was too obvious that she was lying. Fiona laughed again as well, this was even more of a giggle. She actually seemed to be enjoying herself."
6489,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=150,2014-12-06T20:38:00,Nuridia,"""I'm glad that I met you too."" Elia said to Fiona as Rini came back with the snow inside of the pail and gave it to Kaden, sitting right by Ellie and Quentin who was still either asleep or unconscious. She couldn't help but think about what Fiona had said, they had only known each other for about twenty hours. And did she make it that obvious? Still though she liked Quentin a lot, she couldn't give in to her wants. She was a future queen and were she to fall in love with a knight the consequences could be disastrous and she'd never inherit. Also, what of her home anyway? Rini wondered, did her parents send out soldiers to look for her or had they given up for dead. And Louis, her little king. What was he thinking, she wasn't there to tell him bedtime stories or sing to him or help him dress, did he miss her? And the other little ones? When she felt the back of her eyes sting Rini sucked in a deep breath to keep from crying."
6490,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=150,2014-12-06T20:55:00,Tomia,"Fiona smiled kindly at Ellia and Kaden took the pale from Rini and started heating it with his hands until it was full of water. ""Here you go"", he said to Ellie as he handed her the pale. Quentin was still sound asleep, and was even snoring softly. Fiona realized the soup was ready and starting putting it bowls and handed it out. When she was done she took two bowls and sat back down next to Ellia and handed her a bowl. Kaden realized Rini was upset. ""Hey are you alright?"" He asked with concern. ""I'm sorry if we teased you."""
6491,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=150,2014-12-06T21:07:00,Nuridia,"Rini looked up and noticed that Kaden was speaking to her, apologizing for teasing her. ""No, it's not that."" she said sadly. ""I wasn't a willing comer to this place, I was kidnapped and brought here for ransom."" ""I was thinking about my family, my little brother Louis, my parents."" ""What are they doing right now, are they wondering what happened to me or even started a search?"" ""Have they given me up for dead, and Louis and the little ones will miss me while I'm gone."" ""I know this is selfish but I hope they miss me as much as I miss them."" she told the prince. Ellie nodded in thanks and took the pail full of warmed water from Kaden and waved her hands over it. It floated into the air and became a large sphere of water which turned silver when it got near Quentin. It went down his throat and Ellie circulated it through his body, at this point you could see the cuts starting to heal. Then she slowly drew it out again, it was an even brighter silver than before and surrounded the knight's injuries in moving loops, Ellie making them move around him and the change was becoming visible especially around his concussed head."
6492,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=175,2014-12-06T21:28:00,Tomia,"Kaden frowned when Rini told her story. ""I'm sorry to hear that Rini. I know how you're feeling though, I really do. I wonder all the time whether or not my family is looking for me. I wonder if they want to find me as much as I want to find them, but we're together now. We all care about you, even if we just met. We have to stick together."" He told her sincerely. He then watched in awe as Ellie healed Quentin, it was incredible. ""Wow Ellie, you're amazing."" Kaden said in admiration. Soon Quentin began to stir, he started to sit up slightly. ""Uh my head"" Quentin groaned. ""Here have some soup when you're ready."" Fiona offered him. However Quentin looked like he could barely sit up, let alone feed himself soup."
6493,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=175,2014-12-06T21:49:00,Nuridia,"Rini looked at Kaden and nodded to him in thanks but was shocked by his words. They had only just met and he already said that they cared about her? They had treated her pretty well to this point. Ellie smiled brightly and thanked Kaden for his compliment when Quentin stirred. Ellie channeled the water back into the bucket, may need to use it for other healings as soon as it was purified. Rini couldn't help but smile a bit and looked relieved that Quentin was alright. ""You're awake, thank the gods."" ""I thought you were going to sleep forever."" Rini told Quentin as Fiona gave him some soup."
6494,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=175,2014-12-06T22:02:00,Raktio,"After the group of people declined to answer the question, the pair moved off to continue to hunt down frost giants. They successfully found one after a while, and Lars stuck a beam of light through its chest. He ended up over charging the beam so he was virtually depleted of power, but had plenty to make a small harmless light. Using the wisp they found the stranger's tracks, and lighting a lantern they followed the tracks.<br/><br/>As they neared the cave where the other people were at Riodly scouted ahead before coming back and tried convincing Lars to turn back and send some guards up, however his efforts were wasted. Approaching the cave with only the light of the lantern, going inside they quickly found the people they had met earlier.<br/><br/>Lars spoke up first, ""excuse me but it's apparent tome that you people need a guide since you're obviously not from near by and don't know the mountains very well to have a fire in this cave. Riodly's named this one Fire Fungus cave, and that's because if you look up you'll see tons of fungus growing on the top. If that's caught on fire the whle thing will burn aside from the roots and create a choking poisonous smoke and in here the smoke is contained enough that there's enough poison that someone in the deep end will almost assuredly die by our calculations."""
6495,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=175,2014-12-06T22:13:00,Tomia,"Quentin managed a tired smile at Rini's words. He couldn't help be a little pleased at how concerned she seemed about him. ""Well, I'm sorry to keep you waiting my lady. I guess I needed a nap."" He said with a playful smile. He leaned up and took the soup. Even though he felt a little weak he was hungry so he started to eat despite his achy feeling. It was now completely dark out and Fiona had yawned and was tired. She had created a small wind storm that circulated the smoke out of the cave for them. She had even started to fall asleep Darmis saw the men approach and turned to them. He was clearly suspicious of them. ""And why should we trust you exactly? Who are you? And why are yoy following us? You don't know who we are, why would you even want to help us?"""
6496,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=175,2014-12-06T22:33:00,Raktio,"In response to the rapid set of questions Lars responded promptly, ""because you're going to want a guide through the mountains these parts are have lots of Frost Giants around, and I doubt you could take them all down without casualty. I am Lars Sihorn, second son of Baron Nieth Sihorn and my companion is Riodly Fuilyrson, he's my guard. As for why I am willing to help strangers is because you look mostly like the decent sort of people, and I don't like not helping strangers in my father's lands."""
6497,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=175,2014-12-06T23:06:00,Nuridia,"""It's just Rini, you git."" Rini joked playfully to Quentin. Rini spread out her cloak to sleep on and had a bowl of soup herself, thanking Fiona and Darmis for the meal but before she ate there were two men at the mouth of their cave so she went up where Darmis was talking to them to see what was going on, followed by Ellie and Elia."
6498,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=175,2014-12-07T05:33:00,Tomia,"Quentin couldn't help but laugh at Rini's comment. ""I'll try to remember that."" He said with a playful smile. He then noticed that the others were gathering at the front of the cave. He wondered what was going on but was in no condition to get up. Darmis listened to the man and thought on silence for a few moments. ""Fine, you can join us. But only as far as once we're finished with this bloody mountain, then we part ways, and if you try anything I'll make you pay."" He told the two men at the entrance."
6499,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=175,2014-12-07T09:42:00,Raktio,"Lars nodded his head with a slight bow, ""those are very agreeable terms. On the way out of the region depending on your direction you could visit the castle, nothing compared to the capital, but still a decent place compared to a cave."""
6500,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=175,2014-12-07T11:27:00,Nuridia,"Rini and the redheads listened to what Darmis and the others were saying. These two strange men seemed quite bent on helping them for some reason, no payment was offered or anything so why? And it didn't look like they neded much help now that the frost giants were taken care of. ""So, where in the world are we supposed to be going now?"" Elia asked aloud."
6501,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=175,2014-12-07T12:49:00,Tomia,"Darmis heard Ellia's question and responded. ""Well, judging by your vision it would seem we would have to make our way inside the mountain. Then the gods will explain the reason behind all of this. We should get some sleep now, we're leaving at sun rise tomorrow."" Darmis told them as he went to lay down. Fiona had waken up at the commotion and had laid out a few sleeping bags for everyone."
6502,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=175,2014-12-07T13:39:00,Nuridia,"Rini and Elia thanked Fiona for the sleeping bags when they looked inside the cave and seeing that Darmis had already made the plans they went back in the cave but they weren't sleepy unlike Fiona. They knew that Darmis had told them to go to sleep but they just weren't tired. ""Let's find something to do."" Ellie thought. ""Yeah, it has to be quiet though so nobody gets woken up."" Elia said lowly. Rini thought until her face brightened. ""Anybody know how to play spades, or blackjack?"" Rini whispered. Gambling was a popular sport in Marseille and she never lost. ""Well yeah, but there's nothing to bet."" Ellie pointed out. ""No worries, we won't really bet anything."" We'll just use stones or marbles instead of money."" After Rini said that Elia pulled out a bag of marbles and distributed them equally. ""Brilliant, let's do this."" Rini reached into her bodice and pulled out a black leather case which contained a deck of cards and she began dealing them out. ""You keep a deck of cards in your bodice?"" Ellie asked in wonder. ""Well of course, along with a coin purse, some candy and a perfume tube."" ""Gowns don't have pockets so where else does a woman keep her things when she doesn't have a purse?"" ""Actually this is better especially if you're a well endowed lady, because somebody could just steal your purse but you'd know if somebody tried to stick their hand down your bodice."" Rini said, whispering like everyone else."
6503,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=175,2014-12-07T14:00:00,Tomia,"Kaden decided to stay up with the girls as well. Quentin was of course asleep and Fiona was resting asleep well. Kaden had a confused look at Rini's suggestion. ""What are those things?"" He asked about the games. He grew up on a farm and didn't know anything about gambling. ""I would play, but I don't know how."" Kaden whispered to the others. He was surprised when Rini pulled a deck of cards from her bodice. He didn't expect to see that. ""So people play games for money?"" He asked them curiously."
6504,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=175,2014-12-07T14:32:00,Nuridia,"""You don't know about gambling?"" ""I thought village people liked to do it in taverns."" Rini told Kaden in surprise then explained about gambling. ""Okay, so poker, a popular gambling game goes like this."" ""Usually people play with some sort of cards and dice, and at the start one person sets a bet called a blind."" ""After that, according to what each person thinks that their cards are worth, each peson puts a set amount of money into the collective pot in the middle of the table, usually in the form of coins or chips and keep betting at each turn or decide to skip."" the object of the game is to get a better hand than the rest of them, everybody shows their hand at the end of each turn and the winner is determined by the best hand."" ""Winner takes the lot, the game is over either when everybody's run out of money or that the pot has been won."" ""But if there is a tie between hands, then the pot money is split between those with the highest cards."" Rini explained."
6505,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=175,2014-12-07T14:37:00,Tomia,"Kaden shrugged, ""Well my parents didn't let me go into the town a lot. They didn't want me to be alone around strangers."" He told Rini and then listened intently as she explained the game. ""Wow, that sounds interesting. So what game do you guys want to play?"" He asked the group. He was starting to feel like he was finding what he had wanted for a long time. He was experiencing more in the last two days than he had in his entire life."
6506,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=175,2014-12-07T15:06:00,Raktio,"Riodly asked ""so you're looking for a cave system in the mountains? This cave's just a wet hollow with moss growing in it, but there's an abandoned mine not to far way. The mine used to be a fairly decent income for the Barony, however several years before I was born they ended up breaking through into a natural cave system which is far beneath the surface. My uncle was one of the three survivors out of the exploration teams sent into the tunnels. He can't remeber anything because he got his head hit by a rock, but those tunnels are dangerous enough to kill twenty seven men in a short period of time. The mine's entrance has been collapsed so we'll need a decent earth mage to move the rubble aside."""
6507,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=175,2014-12-07T15:20:00,Nuridia,"""Well who's up for poker?"" Rini asked everybody. ""I am!"" Ellie whispered and Elia agreed. It seemed that neither of them knew that the strange men were still there although Ellie was thinking about what they were going to do with the dark mage that attacked them, was Kadria her name by what she heard that Braedon knight say? ""Cool, I'll place the blind."" ""Three marbles to the pot."" Elia said, placing three of her marbles in the middle. ""I call five."" Ellie said placing hers. ""What about you Rini?"" Elia asked. ""Since I never lose, I was thinking lucky number seven."" Rini smirked playfully, placing her marbles."
6508,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=175,2014-12-07T15:28:00,Tomia,"""If the mines will get us into the interior, that should be the way we go. We need a way inside the mountain. The gods have called for it. If you could lead us there, I'd appreciate it."" Darmis told the strangers as he laid down toward the entrance of the cave. The prisoner was still passed out and tied up. Darmis figured they would leave her behind I'm the morning. They couldn't carry her any farther.<br/>Kaden was starting to play poker but he looked very confused as they played. He wasn't entirely sure what to do but didn't want to look stupid."
6509,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=175,2014-12-07T16:31:00,Nuridia,"Rini drew her hand first, followed by Elia and Ellie. They were having fun but knew that they shouldn't stay up all night as they had a very important mission in the morning. It was imperative that they get rest for that."
6510,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=175,2014-12-07T16:52:00,Tomia,Kaden drew his hand as well and did his best to play with the girls. He thought it was fun to hang out with friends like this. Even if they were in a strange and dangerous situation. He would enjoy playing cards with his friends while he could.
6511,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=175,2014-12-07T17:37:00,Nuridia,"""I got a flush."" Ellie said proudly."" ""King flush, queen high."" Rini grinned, showing her cards. Meanwhile Elia waved her hand. ""Sorry girls, but I've beat you all."" ""Full house, all kings."" ""Read 'em and weep."" Elia said, spreading all her cards out on the table. Rini and Ellie looked in disbelief and Rini groaned. ""I can't believe I got beat, if we were betting money I'd be broke."" the older girl said. ""Wait, we're still waiting on Kaden's hand."" ""You haven't won yet sis."" Ellie told Elia who frowned a little bit."
6512,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=175,2014-12-07T17:50:00,Tomia,"Kaden was definitely out of his league in this game, though he was having fun. He hadn't won a hand but that didn't matter to him. He saw Ellia's hand and figured that he had lost. ""Well I have four aces, is that good?"" Kaden asked, sincerely not knowing the answer."
6513,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=175,2014-12-07T19:20:00,Nuridia,"All the girls gaped at Kaden's hand. Four fucking aces? And for somebody who's never gambled before? This kid was incredibly lucky, now that they thought about it he'd been lucky since his birth from surviving the murder of his family to finding a happy adoptive home and making it this far. ""Four aces?"" ""Damn, aces beat everything!"" ""You only went and bloody won the whole lot!"" Rini whispered incredulously and then it gave way to quiet laughter as to not wake the others."
6514,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=175,2014-12-07T19:39:00,Tomia,"Kaden couldn't help but laugh alone with Rini, Ellie, and Ellia. He blushed a little at Rini's words. ""I guess I got lucky"" he said with a bit of a shy smile. He then yawned a bit into his hand. ""Maybe we should get some sleep. I'm sure we'll have another long day tomorrow."" Kaden suggested."
6515,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=175,2014-12-07T19:56:00,Nuridia,"""Yeah, I'm starting to get tired."" ""Thank goodness Fiona remembered to bring sleeping bags."" Rini yawned, sniggling into hers. Elia went next and then Ellie went to slep afterward, everybody saying goodnight to Kaden. They didn't bother changing out of their clothes because they knew there'd be no time to change back into them in the morning."
6516,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=175,2014-12-07T20:30:00,Tomia,"Kaden nodded to the girls and waved and said goodnight to the girls. He had had a good time but he was definitely looking forward to sleep. He took off his armor and slipped into his sleeping bag. He quickly drifted off to sleep as exhaustion over took him.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Next Morning</span><br/>Darmis woke them up again bright and early in the morning. The smell of eggs filled the cave as Fiona had awoken early to cook them, making sure that the smoke blew out of the cave. Kaden woke up pretty easily and slipped on his armor as he went over toward the fire. Quentin struggled to awake, despite his training with the church. His head hurt and he was exhausted."
6517,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=200,2014-12-07T21:14:00,Nuridia,"Rini woke up the next morning to the sun shining in her face and turned with a groan, and then she smelled the smell of fresh eggs being cooked. She normally woke up to breakfast when her maids brought it for her in her room, it made her think about her castle back home. ""Are we..are we in Marseille?"" ""Mary, Fiora?"" Rini yawned, calling her maids in her sleep and rubbing her eyes. When she was fully awake her eyes darted over to Quentin, who looked like he was struggling to get up. Elia and Ellie both woke up tiredly whwn the light streamed through the cave."
6518,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=200,2014-12-07T21:45:00,Tomia,"Quentin suddenly heard a voice behind him and turned to see Rini laying near him. His head hurt, but he couldn't help but feel his being lifted by seeing her. He was curious as to who those people she called for were. ""Good morning, you sleep alright?"" He asked her as he did his best to get to his feet. ""Fiona started serving eggs to those who wanted them as everyone began to stir. She was a very independent person, and knew how to hunt, cook, sew, and many other things. Even though she appeared to be very masculine she also had some feminine qualities."
6519,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=200,2014-12-07T22:04:00,Nuridia,"Rini was still very much sleepy and delusional so she turned to Quentin and studied him curiously. ' Quentin, no offense but how'd the hell did you get all the way to Marseille?"" And what're you doing in my bedroom?"" ""And where are my maids?"" ""Why's it so cold in here?"" her voice was slurry and thick with sleep. It was as if Rini had thought that the experiences from the previous day were all a lucid and strange dream. It wasn't an uncommon occurence, ever since she had those visions Rini sometimes woke up dazed and not remembering much. Ellie saw that Rini wasn't all the way awake and delusional so she channelled a small sphere of water out of the bucket and made it float over Rini's head. In a few seconds the pink haired girl was doused in cold water making her emit a bloodcurdlingly shrill scream and Elia clapped hands over her ears. ""Cold!"" ""What was that for?!"" Rini nearly screeched at Ellie. ""You were out of it, had to snap you back to reality."" Ellie said calmly. Rini looked around and remembered everything that had happened and Quentin's question. She remembered that he was hurt and then turned to him, going over to be by his side. ""Yeah, I slept fine thank you.""""I'm not used to sleeping on so hard a surface but thanks to Fiona it was made a little better."" ""I'm alright I guess."" ""How's your head, are you okay?"" Rini asked him. She rembered everything and her concern for him came flooding back."
6520,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=200,2014-12-08T09:46:00,Tomia,"Quentin was confused when Rini seemed to be studying him with her eyes, and even more confused by her questions. ""Rini, are you alright?"" He asked with concern. He then saw water drop on Rini's head and despite her scream she seemed alright. He gave a small nod of thanks to Ellie before turning back to Rini. She seemed not to have realized what had happened. He decided not to push it, but he was definitely curious, and a little concerned. He felt a sudden feeling of happiness though at hoe concerned Rini seemed for him. ""I'm doing better, thanks to you it seems. My head hurts, but I'll be alright soon enough. Thank you for saving my life Rini. That was really brave of you.""<br/>Darmis soon turned to everyone, ""Alright, let's everyone eat if they're going to and get out of here. The sooner we get inside that mountain the better."""
6521,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=200,2014-12-08T10:28:00,Nuridia,"""Hey, you saved mine two days ago remember?"" ""And besides, I like you."" ""You're my friend, I may not enjoy the plain clothing or the bugs or getting dirty but of course I'd save a friend's life."" ""And there's something about you, I mean if I risk getting my face bruised for you then you're special to me."" Rini said with a joking air but it was clear that she was serious. She thanked Fiona for the eggs and started to eat them when Darmis said they'd have to move out soon. ""Hey, you're a really great cook Fiona."" ""Who taught you?"" Elia asked as she ate."
6522,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=200,2014-12-08T10:37:00,Tomia,"Quentin was shocked by Rini's words. He could tell she was sincere and he couldn't help but be touched by them. ""That means a lot Rini, thank you. You're special to me too, and I'm glad we're friends."" He told her, trying to hide the slight blush that appeared on his face. Fiona heard Ellia and couldn't help but smile and blush a little at the compliment. ""Thank you, I'm glad you like them. One of the Knights taught me a long time ago. His name was Remus. He said cooking was a needed skill for a warrior since you could get stuck out in the woods and need to be able to survive."" She frowned a little at the memory. Remus had been killed years earlier. He had been the closet thing Fiona had to a father and she missed him."
6523,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=200,2014-12-08T12:35:00,Nuridia,"Rini noticed Quentin's blush and it made her blush a little herself but she didn't say anything about it, hopefully she'd dry off soon before they left. Meanwhile Elia noticed Fiona blushed and couldn't help but notice it was cute. She then heard Fiona's story and frowned when she got to the end. ""I'm sorry, he seems very important to you."" ""If it's any comfort, I'm sure wherever he is that he's very proud of you now."" the redhead told her."
6524,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=200,2014-12-08T12:48:00,Tomia,"Quentin was glad Rini didn't seem to notice his blush, or at least she didn't say anything about it. He then noticed she was still soaked from her wake up call and reached into his bag and grabbed an extra cloak he had packed. He then handed it to her, ""Here, you can dry yourself with this. I don't want you to freeze out there."" He told Rini as they sat together.<br/>Fiona nodded to Elia in thanks, but she seemed a little distracted now. When everyone had gotten food she put out the fire and started to clean up in silence. ""Alright, let's get going."" Darmis called out to the others. He then walked up to Rini and spoke to her. ""Do you think you could use your magic to find this mine the two men who joined us spoke about? I would rather not rely solely on the word of strangers."""
6525,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=200,2014-12-08T13:08:00,Nuridia,"""No problem."" Elia said and noticed that Fiona looked distracted. Rini took the cloak from Quentin. ""Thanks a lot for this Quentin, that was very kind of you."" ""Are you sure you still have a cloak you can wear, I don't want you to freeze either."" she said. Rini then heard Darmis' question and thought about it. ""Well I've never tried to find anything with my magic before, but alright."" ""I'll give it a go, but I don't know if it'll work."" she told Darmis. Ellie spoke up and asked Rini a question. ""Hey, is your hair naturally pink?"" ""Just curious, that doesn't look like it's found in nature."" Rini spoke up. ""It's not, it's dyed."" she admitted, still a bit sore at Ellie for getting her wet but knew it was probably necessary so she didn't yell and answered calmly. ""So, what color is your hair under that pink?"" Elia asked. ""Black."" Rini answered the older redhead."
6526,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=200,2014-12-08T13:46:00,Tomia,"Quentin gave a small smile and nodded to Rini. ""Don't really I'll be alright. I have another cloak I can wear. Thank you for being concerned Rini. I appreciate it."" He then heard Rini talk about her hair and was surprised to hear that it was dyed. He wondered what she looked like without the dye. ""Why do you dye it?"" Rini asked curiously. Darmis nodded to Rini as he got ready, ""Thank you,"" He told her as he prepared to leave."
6527,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=200,2014-12-08T14:06:00,Nuridia,"""No problem."" she answered both Darmis and Quentin before turning to Quentin. ""As to why I dye my hair, it was the fashionable thing to do."" ""At home women would wear huge decorated wigs that are in all sorts of colors, but I chose to dye my own hair because I hate the way the wigs look on me, they're unflattering to my face."" ""Also, I quite like the way the dye looks, usually it comes out after a week of washes but if you use enough soap and get wet enough it'll run quicker. Rini explained, wrapping her cloak around her once she was sufficiently dry and packed Quentin's spare cloak into her bag. Seeing he was still sore from yesterday she offered her hand to help him up. ""Well we have to go soon."" ""Ellie did a great job on you by the way, she's a talented healer I have to give her that."" 'You seem surprised that my hair is dyed, don't tell me you've met somebody with natural pink hair before."" Rini told Quentin."
6528,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=200,2014-12-08T14:20:00,Tomia,"Quentin nodded at Rini's explanation. ""Well that makes sense. I don't mind it, I actually think it looks nice. It's just I've never heard of people dyeing their hair before."" He smiled when Ring offered her her hand and he took it softly and pulled himself up with her help. ""Thanks, and you're right. Ellie did a very good job in healing me. I am very grateful."" He couldn't help but laugh at her last comment. ""No I can't say I have, but when you work for the Knights, you see some very strange things. I wouldn't be too surprised to if that had been your natural hair color."" He told her calmly."
6529,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=200,2014-12-08T14:41:00,Nuridia,"""Well that's a relief, and I'm glad it didn't scare you off."" Rini joked as she helped Quentin up and the group prepared to leave. She tried to think of how she was going to find these minds, maybe she could feel them under the earth if she concentrated."
6530,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=200,2014-12-08T14:49:00,Tomia,"Once they were all ready Darmis led the group out of the cave once more. It was again very cold and snowing lightly. They followed the trail up the mountain side as they had the night before. Darmis kept an eye out for everything as he didn't want any surprises like the day before. He also eyed the newcomers suspiciously. He didn't trust them yet, though to be fair didn't trust most people."
6531,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=200,2014-12-08T15:59:00,Nuridia,"Rini channelled her magic inside of her, feeling the earth beneath her feet as she walked. How it was, the type, if it was undisturbed or not, how it felt, even what was below the ground. Sometimes you could even hear the earth shift beneath you if you concentrated hard enough but she still hadn't found the mine yet. Ellie was busy keeping her eyes out and looking for healing herbs that could be useful to their party while Elia while trying not to show it was nervous about her quest. What if she fought the sea monster and lost, never leaving the mountain again?"
6532,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=200,2014-12-08T16:07:00,Tomia,"Quentin could tell Rini was concentrating trying to find the mine and so he didn't bother her. He watched her slightly though as they walked, impressed by her concentration and focus. Fiona meanwhile could tell that Ellia seemed deep in thought, and it didn't take her long to figure out what she was thinking about. She put her hand on Ellia's shoulder as they walked. ""Hey, I'm sure you're nervous about what might happen once we get inside the mountain. We won't let you get hurt, and you won't need us anyway. The gods chose you for a reason. They know how strong you are."" Fiona told Ellia sincerely."
6533,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=200,2014-12-08T16:46:00,Nuridia,"Elia started when Fiona put a hand on her shoulder and she smiled at her words. "" Thanks, that helps a lot."" she said, putting her hand on Fiona's shoulder in return and hoped that it was alright."
6534,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=200,2014-12-08T16:51:00,Raktio,"Riodly, on of the few people who knew the mountains down to every nook and cranny lead the group through back trails and avoided dangerous areas. The walk would take about a quarter of the day, the entrance was rather close to the cave, and if it were just him and Lars they could have made it in a much shorter time, however some of their companions would make that pace impossible.<br/><br/>Lars noticing that they had left the sleeping woman in complete black still in the cave and asked, ""so what about the woman in black?"""
6535,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=200,2014-12-08T18:10:00,Tomia,"Fiona nodded at Ellia's words. ""You're welcome. I'm glad I could help."" She was surprised when Ellia put a hand on her shoulder in return. She blushed a little but smiled as well and didn't move her hand away. It felt nice to Fiona to have a connection with someone for once. She had felt so lonely for so long. It was a great relief that that was starting to change.<br/>Darmis heard Lars' question as they walked. ""She was a member of a group that wants to stop us. She attacked us, and somehow she followed us but we found her injured yesterday. We took her back to the cave so that she wouldn't freeze, but I refused to bring her along with us any further."""
6536,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=200,2014-12-08T18:30:00,Nuridia,"""Wait, Darmis."" ""What if she's important?"" ""I mean, you said there were five gatekeepers so that means that one is a darkness mage right?"" ""There has to be a reason that she knows where Kaden is all the time, and a reason that he was able to get past the monks."" ""Also, she came here through a darkness portal and I know making a portal doesn't cause that much strain on a person."" ""I mean, she probably could've passed out during a vision."" ""I know I look that way after a vision makes me pass out."" Rini said, still concentrating on the mine but talking to Darmis not even looking at him. Elia looked up at the sky. ""Things are a little tense, there has to be a way to lighten the mood."" ""How about some music, it always speeds up time."" Elia suggested. ""So who can sing, we can take turns?"" 'Ellie here plays a mean lute."" the older redhead said. Rini's face perked up a little but she had to concentrate. ""I'm a pretty great singer not to brag, but I have to look for the mine."" Rini said a little disappointed. She was pretty good at music and could sing fairly well, although her voice was pretty and rich rather than mind blowing amazing. ""Oh come on Rini, you'll be fine."" Elia said. Ellie had already gotten out her lute and started tuning it, she never passed up an opportunity to play. ""Think about it like this, if the music speds things along then you should be able to find the mine in double time."" ""Also, the skipping should make your feet more sensitive to the earth."" Elia said, it was a proven fact that acoustics and the earth were linked and opened up the senses of an earth mage. Rini sighed, still not looking at them. ""Okay, I'll sing first."" Rini said, not being able to hide the little smile on her face. ""Hey Ellie, you know the Ballad of the Stormbringer??"" the pink haired girl asked. ""Do I!"" Ellie said excitedly, playing the first notes as Rini still used earth magic to focus her seses on the mines but Rini still sang as Ellie played.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><br/>The greenwood sighs and shudders,<br/>the westwind wails and mutters<br/>Grey clouds crawl across the sky,<br/>the moon hides her face 'til the sunlight dies<br/>And mankind soon shall realize<br/>the bringer of storms walks tonight<br/><br/>No mortal dare to meet the glare<br/>of the Eye of the Stormbringer,<br/>For he is the lightning slinger<br/>the glory singer,<br/>the gallows reaper<br/><br/>Upon his shoulder, ravens,<br/>his face like stone, engraven<br/>Astride a six-hoofed stygian beast,<br/>he gathers the fruit of the gallows trees<br/>Driving legions to victory,<br/>the bringer of war walks tonight!<br/><br/>No mortal dare to meet the glare<br/>of the Eye of the Stormbringer,<br/>For he is the lightning slinger<br/>the glory singer,<br/>the gallows' reaper.</span>"
6537,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=200,2014-12-08T18:53:00,Tomia,"Darmis shook his head at Rini's words. ""What would you have me do, drag her along with us until she wakes up? She is part of them enemy and is trying to kill us. Even if she is a guardian, she seems content on killing us, and we can't take that risk. Besides, it seems she would be in more danger with us than not. If she is suppose to be with us, the gods will make it so in their own way."" He concluded.<br/>Quentin was surprised when Rini began to sing. He was visibly impressed, her voice was beautiful. When she finished the verse he spoke up, ""Wow Rini, that was beautiful."" He told her sincerely. Kaden turned to Ellie, ""I didn't know you could play the lute. That's so cool!"" He told her."
6538,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=200,2014-12-08T19:05:00,Raktio,"Riodly, in his ongoing killjoy mood, pointed out ""you'll want to keep the singing down, and not play instruments while we're on the move. Creatures out here will pick up the noise, it'll scare away the nice ones and attract the not so nice ones, like the Frost Giants.""<br/><br/>Lars now even more curios about these visitors asked ""what's this about gatekeepers and guardians?"" Turning to Kaden he took one last look at his face before presuming, ""you're the old king's son, I saw him many years ago and I remember what he looks like very well even though it was one day."""
6539,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=200,2014-12-08T19:14:00,Nuridia,"""Killjoy."" ""Anyway it's too late now, anything would've heard us on the first note."" ""We'll keep it down but we've played a whole ballad and nothing."" Ellie sighed to Riodly. wondering why this guy was even with them again. Rini's face got warm and it turned pink at Quentin's comment. ""Thanks Quentin, it's not as good as it should be though."" she said, not being able to hide the fact she was pleased even though she was looking straight ahead. Ellie smiled at Kaden's compliment and tried to fight the blush that was coming to her own face. ""Thanks Kaden, I've been taught as long as I can remember."" ""I can play other instruments too and sing a bit too, but Elia sings even better."" ""Speaking of, isn't it our turn sis?"" Ellie asked Elia. ""I think it is."" Elia smiled. ""How about we sing the old Olantis ballad Mother always sang to us, the one about the maiden who became the ocean nymph and goddess of the marine mammals."" Ellie piped up."" 'You mean Sedna?"" 'It doesn't sound as good without the Pan pipes to accompany it."" Elia said. ""We'll be fine."" Ellie said. Elia sighed, not being able to say no to that enthusiastic smile. ""Fine, we both go together."" Ellie played her lute, switching to a different tune and began to sing, swiftly followed by Elia. The older Elia was a very proficient singer, her voice was rich and haunting, almost hypnotic. ""Well she's way better than me."" Rini said, impressed with Elia's talent. Ellie and Elia sang their ballad together, they were good at harmonizing. But they had to be quieter on Riodly's advice, which annoyed Ellie visibly.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Sedna roamed the deep, the cold forgotten deep, no-one wants to be alone<br/>Sedna roamed the deep, the cold forgotten deep, no-one wants to be alone<br/><br/>From her hands they fell, children of the ocean's swell<br/>With ice's twinkle given sight<br/>She offered them a name, and seals they all became<br/>And laughing, took a coat of dappled light.<br/><br/>Sedna roamed the deep, the cold forgotten deep, no-one wants to be alone<br/>Sedna roamed the deep, the cold forgotten deep, no-one wants to be alone<br/><br/>From her hands they fell, ever in the sea to dwell<br/>Nimble fingered, quick and lithe<br/>She offered them a name, and otters they became<br/>Keepers of her secrets in the ice.<br/><br/>Sedna roamed the deep, the cold forgotten deep, no-one wants to be alone<br/>Sedna roamed the deep, the cold forgotten deep, no-one wants to be alone<br/><br/>From her hands they fell, the mightiest of all<br/>Slow and gentle as the tides<br/>She offered them a name, and whales they all became<br/>To tread the paths the lesser are denied<br/><br/>Sedna roamed the deep, the cold forgotten deep, no-one wants to be alone<br/>Sedna roamed the deep, the cold forgotten deep, no-one wants to be alone<br/>Sedna roamed the deep, the cold forgotten deep, no-one wants to be alone</span>"
6540,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=200,2014-12-08T19:24:00,Tomia,"Fiona heard Riodly's comment and a thought came to her mind. ""Hey, I have an idea. I can manipulate the wind so it doesn't sound so loud."" Fiona concentrated ad created what was like an invisible sound bubble around them. It didn't mute the sound, only manipulate the wind so that the sound was significantly lower from the outside. She looked a but tired but was satisfied. ""There we go, now we don't have to worry about it."" Kaden paled a little when Riodly pointed out his true postion. ""No I'm not, I'm just a villager, how could I be royalty."" He said as convincingly as possible. Darmis spoke up as well, ""The boys right, you must be mistaken."" He said in a confident voice. The others listened as Ellie and Ellia sang together. Fiona couldn't help but think how beautiful Ellia's voice was. She looked a little memorized but blushed when she realized she was stating and looked away. When they finished Kaden spoke up, ""Wow, you guys are awesome!"" He said excitedly."
6541,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=200,2014-12-08T20:11:00,Nuridia,"""Thanks, Elia's had voice training."" ""As the eldest daughter, she was expected to be married off quicker but our parents decided that after she rejected all the princes on their list that she couldn't be married off and let her choose her own partner instead when the time comes."" Ellie explained. Elia didn't like being reminded of that, she hoped Fiona wouldn't get upset although she wondered why she would when they were friends. ""Hey Fiona, I belive it's your turn now and thanks for the sound bubble."" She then saw Fiona was tired. ""Hey, are you alright?"" Elia asked with concern."
6542,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=225,2014-12-08T20:23:00,Tomia,"Fiona for some reason felt a pang of jealousy at Ellie's words. She didn't know why, but she felt almost angry at the idea of Elia marrying a prince. Elia's words snapped her out of her thoughts. She shook her head when she asked if she was alright, ""Ya, I'm just a little tired from making the bubble. It's no big deal though, I'll be fine soon."" She then blushed visibly when Elia said it was her turn. Fiona had a very beautiful voice, but she didn't like to sing in front of people. ""Well uh... alright I guess. I know one song I could sing. I learned it when I was really young."" She was nervous and took in a shaky breath before she started to sing. She sounded nervous at first but grew a little more confident as she went on.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><br/>It started out as a feeling<br/>Which then grew into a hope<br/>Which then turned into a quiet thought<br/>Which then turned into a quiet word<br/>And then that word grew louder and louder<br/>'Til it was a battle cry<br/>I'll come back when you call me<br/>No need to say goodbye<br/><br/>Just because everything's changing<br/>Doesn't mean it's never been this way before<br/>All you can do is try to know who your friends are, <br/>as you head off to the war, <br/>pick a star on the dark horizon and follow the light, <br/>you'll come back when it's over, <br/>no need to say goodbye <br/>You'll come back when it's over, <br/>no need to say goodbye<br/><br/>Now we're back to the beginning<br/>It's just a feeling and no one knows yet<br/>But just because they can't feel it too<br/>Doesn't mean that you have to forget<br/>Let your memories grow stronger and stronger<br/>'Til they're before your eyes<br/>You'll come back when they call you<br/>No need to say goodbye<br/>You'll come back when they call you<br/>No need to say goodbye</span>"
6543,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=225,2014-12-08T20:43:00,Raktio,"Riodly knew he could have created the sound barrier himself, it was defiantly a good trick, however the barrier worked both ways. ""Don't include me in your barrier, I want to be able to hear it approaching when something tries to make breakfast out of us."" At least with him on the outside he could easily send a breeze of his own through if he wanted to tell them something important.<br/><br/>Lars didn't believe it for a moment, an oddball company of a few guards, ladies, and a random boy just didn't add up unless you change the boy to thought to be dead prince. None the less he stopped pushing the matter and went to another matter, ""so why are you looking for this underground lake?"""
6544,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=225,2014-12-08T21:39:00,Nuridia,"Elia grinned and clapped when Fiona finished her song. ""That was amazing Fiona, I've never heard anything so beautiful."" She then blushed when she realized what she had said. Everybody else clapped too at Fiona as well. After walking, Rini stopped a bit and stood. She felt something pulse through her and turned to Darmis. ""The earth is hollow here, and feels like it goes a long way down."" ""I think we're nearly there."" she said."
6545,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=225,2014-12-08T22:00:00,Tomia,"Fiona blushed brightly at Elia's words but smiled as well. ""Well thanks Elia, I appreciate that. She said, trying to hide her shyness."" Darmis turned around when he heard Rini's comment about the tunnel. ""Good, we should be able to get inside soon then. Then we can get this over with."" He turned to Lars and answered his question, ""There's something we need to do. It's very important."""
6546,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=225,2014-12-08T23:54:00,Raktio,"Lars pointed out, ""yes there's a air vent nearby, if I recall correctly we should be very near the entrance. So what's this very important mission that takes you under the mountain, do you guys know anything about the natural caverns that's inside of it?"
6547,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=225,2014-12-09T09:34:00,Nuridia,"""We were calld here, it's something very important and very top secret."" Elia told Lars simply and Rini closed her eyes, taking a deep breath to try to sense where the location of the mine was. She walked on and on until she stopped at what looked like the edge of some sort of cliff with a valley below. ""Okay, I can sense the entrance."" ""It's just on the other side at the bottom of this cliff."" the pink haired girl said."
6548,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=225,2014-12-09T10:26:00,Tomia,"Darmis nodded to Rini, ""Alright, we'll shadow travel down there. It'll be faster that way, and the sinner we get inside the better."" Darmis and Quentin each made a portal and lead everyone through it. They then appeared at the bottom of the cliff and saw the abandoned mine. ""Well, we'll need to clear the mine's entrance. Rini, do you think you could help with that?"" Darmis said as he and Quentin started blasting apart rocks with their magic."
6549,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=225,2014-12-09T11:02:00,Raktio,"Lars stepped through the portal, his first encounter with dark magic, and came out with a pounding head ache, ""that's one of the most unpleasant means of travel, next time I'll take the walk down or up""<br/><br/>Riodly walked through the portal just fine and noticing Lars's sudden condition pondered if it could be something to do with the two contrasting magics. Concentrating a strong air current he brushed aside the exploding rubble easily, ""so how'd you guys get in middle of these mountains?"""
6550,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=225,2014-12-09T14:06:00,Nuridia,"Rini nodded to Darmis and used her magic to move away the heavier rocks, even smashing rocks together to make the really big ones small enough to move away. Ellie and Elia used high pressured blasts of water to erode the rocks away. Meanwhile in Olantis, the king and queen had sent of a letter to a native mage who was now in Adrea, one of the Tarembor sisters. It was asking her to find their daughters and return them home if possible, if she oculd not then to watch over them on their quest."
6551,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=225,2014-12-09T14:20:00,Tomia,"Quentin and Darmis continued to break apart rocks with the others until the passage was cleared away. Kaden had tried to move as much as he could but he felt rather useless in this situation. Once the path was clear Darmis spoke up. ""Alright, let's get moving. Be on your guard, we don't know what's waiting for us."" Darmis said as he led them through the abandoned mine. The path was dark but Kaden lit a number of the old torches along the walls so they could see. Darmis turned to Elia, ""Are you getting any visions? Any idea where this lake might be?"""
6552,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=225,2014-12-09T14:46:00,The Starlight,"Receiving the letter, Elyrn opened it up after the class was over. It seemed urgent, so she sent back a quick letter to the king and queen, promising to do her best. Then, she arranged a leave of absence with the school, gathered her traveling materials, and took the two locks of hair to an old friend. The mage was able to use the two locks to send Elyrn to very close to the two sister's location. And in a flash, Elyrn was gone. Landing soundlessly a couple hundred yards behind the group, Elyrn resolved to just follow for now. She gathered her cloak around her and created a shield of dark, murky water, making it appear that there was no one. But she had to make sure she wasn't lost or there would be no return. And off she went, following quietly."
6553,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=225,2014-12-09T15:16:00,Nuridia,"After the rocks had been cleared away from the entrance of the mine, Ellie and Elia looked at each other, they both had the feeling that somebody may be following them. Turning around, they saw nobody. Elia was snapped out of her thoughts by Darmis' question about visions. ""Well not yet and I can honestly say that I hope tha...ah!"" Elia shouted in pain, her head felt like it was burning and she struggled to stay on her feet. After about a minute it was gone. ""T..That way."" Elia panted, pale and her forehead had a fine sheen of sweat on it now. She closed her eyes and pinched her nose to recover her eyesight and balance."
6554,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=225,2014-12-09T15:27:00,Tomia,"The group was surprised when Elia suddenly shouted out in pain and nearly fell to the ground. Fiona looked especially panicked. ""Elia! Are you alright?"" She asked, her voice thick with worry.When she finally spoke Darmis nodded, ""alright, let's head that way. Hopefully your headaches will stop soon. I'm sure you'll need to be at your best for whatever is to come."" Fiona stayed by Elia's side until she was okay, she had paled herself. She helped Elia up and wrapped the girl's arm around her for support. She then reached out for Elia's hand to try to comfort both of them, hoping she wouldn't mind. Darmis lead the group down the path Elia had suggested and cool breeze suddenly hit them. ""We're close to the water source."" He predicted to the group."
6555,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=225,2014-12-09T16:36:00,Nuridia,"""I'm okay."" Elia said weakly, detecting the worry in Fiona's voice. For some reason, her heart stilled when she heard it and was helped to her feet. Nodding to Darmis, she couldn't help but blush a little when Fiona wrapped an arm around her. The older girl was warm and Elia couldn't fight to compulsion to slightly lean into the embrace. When Fiona reached out for Elia's hand she took it, Ellie didn't look back but she knew what was going on and smirked anyway."
6556,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=225,2014-12-09T17:04:00,Tomia,"Fiona was a little surprised when Elia leaned into the embrace, but she leaned against her as well so they were supporting each other. She was still very worried about Elia and could barely think about anything else. She squeezed Elia's hand for comfort as they walked. Soon the long tunnel ended and they entered a large humid cavern, a huge lake spawning across the way. ""Is this it?"" Darmis asked Elia. Kaden looked around, ""Well, this doesn't seen too bad."" He said optimistically. Suddenly there was a large grumbling sound coming from the lake, vibrations spreading across the water. Kaden then frowned, ""I guess I spoke too soon."" He muttered quietly."
6557,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=225,2014-12-09T17:38:00,Nuridia,"The rumbles of the water slowly got louder and louder and all of a sudden there was a huge screech and a massive tentacle about twenty feet long by itself rose from the water. Ellie, Elia and Rini screamed as more tentacles came out and then the bright orange massive head of the kraken emerged from the lake. ""I have to fight that?!"" Elia shrieked."
6558,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=225,2014-12-09T17:46:00,Tomia,"Fiona and the others were shocked when the large kraken appeared from the water. Darmis and Quentin drew their swords and got ready to fight. Fiona saw how terrified Elia looked and she put her hands on the girl's shoulders and shifted her so she was looking into her eyes. ""Not alone you don't, we're here for you. I'm here for you."" Fiona told her firmly. She then turned and drew her sword as well, summoning the wind around her. Thus was Elia's fight, but she would help any way she could."
6559,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=225,2014-12-09T18:04:00,The Starlight,"Elyrn was as shocked at the rest of them. But this was the danger that the king and queen had written about. It was time to reveal herself. The rasp of another sword broke the silence, of Elyrn's sword. She walked slowly forward, her staff still tapping on the ground. ""As am I, my lady."" said Elyrn formally."
6560,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=225,2014-12-09T19:09:00,Nuridia,"Elia was stunned when Fiona grabbed her shoulders and even more stunned when Elyrn jumped out of the woodwork with her sword and staff in hand. ""Elyrn, you're here too?!"" ""How can that be, you teach magic in Adrea!"" Elia said, still stunned. There was a roar from behind that shattered the silence. ""Girls, kraken!"" Rini screamed to snap Elia out of it. ""I'll help you Elia, we're in this together now."" Rini said."
6561,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=225,2014-12-09T19:14:00,Tomia,"Fiona nodded at Rini's words. ""She's right we need to fight."" Fiona turned bravely toward the Kraken and attacked first. She started shooting blasts of air at the large sea monster. Quentin joined her and fired blasts of dark energy toward the kraken. ""Come on Elia! You can do this!"" Fiona called to her."
6562,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=225,2014-12-09T19:18:00,The Starlight,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nuridia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321740&amp;p=22742971#p22742971"">wrote</a>:</cite>Elia was stunned when Fiona grabbed her shoulders and even more stunned when Elyrn jumped out of the woodwork with her sword and staff in hand. ""Elyrn, you're here too?!"" ""How can that be, you teach magic in Adrea!"" Elia said, still stunned. There was a roar from behind that shattered the silence. ""Girls, kraken!"" Rini screamed to snap Elia out of it. ""I'll help you Elia, we're in this together now."" Rini said.</div></blockquote><br/>""Your parents were worried and sent a letter, with a lock of hair. With that lock, I got a friend to teleport me to your location."" Elyrn quickly explained, giving a smile. ""Anyway, has anyone seen Ellyn? Haven't heard from her from several weeks."" Meanwhile, she had sheathed her sword for now, twisting her hand, heated up the water dramatically, which would hopefully hurt it. Then, she started launching water spears at its most vulnerable spots, attempting to gain a critical hit."
6563,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=225,2014-12-09T19:21:00,Nuridia,"Rini fired hard chunks of earth at the monster, Elia took a deep breath but was obviously still shaking. She couldn't just stand there but she couldn't make her body move, she was stuck. ""Come on sis, we ned to he...ahh!"" Ellie was cut off when a huge tentacle wrapped around her and lifted her into the air. ""Ellie!"" Elia screamed, she was suddenly unfrozen. Elia raced and started firing vortexes of water at the monster left and right as Ellie struggled to get loose. ""Hands..off..my..sister!"" Elia screamed as she fought, charging toward the kraken."
6564,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=225,2014-12-09T19:29:00,The Starlight,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nuridia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321740&amp;p=22743130#p22743130"">wrote</a>:</cite>Rini fired hard chunks of earth at the monster, Elia took a deep breath but was obviously still shaking. She couldn't just stand there but she couldn't make her body move, she was stuck. ""Come on sis, we ned to he...ahh!"" Ellie was cut off when a huge tentacle wrapped around her and lifted her into the air. ""Ellie!"" Elia screamed, she was suddenly unfrozen. Elia raced and started firing vortexes of water at the monster left and right as Ellie struggled to get loose. ""Hands..off..my..sister!"" Elia screamed as she fought, charging toward the kraken.</div></blockquote><br/>Thinking quickly, Elyrn too charged, throwing some water before her. Then, using it as a springboard, she leaped towards the tentacle, her unsheathed sword held high, ready to slice down when she reached, if she did, that is."
6565,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=225,2014-12-09T19:30:00,Tomia,"Kaden was shocked when the monster suddenly grabbed Ellie and waved her into the air. His mind filled with anger and his hands started glowing bright red. ""Leave her alone!"" He shouted in-sync with Elia as he shot fireballs at the monster. Fiona was shocked and proud when Elia snapped out of fear and fought to defend her sister. She looked so powerful and beautiful, Fiona had to snap he self out of it and return to the fight."
6566,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=225,2014-12-09T20:31:00,Nuridia,"The monster roard in pain as it was attacked and swiped its tentacles like whips at the group. Ellie was still trying to rustle herself out of the kraken's grip. ""You son of a bitch, you let me go right now!"" ""Put me down this isntant!"" Ellie struggled for her dagger, when she grabbed it she started swinging it and trying to slice the tentacle and get herself free until she saw Elyrn come."
6567,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=250,2014-12-09T20:35:00,Tomia,"Quentin and Fiona continued their attacks with magic, trying their best to avoid the monster's attacks. Darmstadt also charged with his sword to attack the monster's tentacles. As Kaden fired his magic he was hut by a tentacle and knocked hard to the ground."
6568,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=250,2014-12-09T20:38:00,The Starlight,"Elyrn chopped downwards, freeing Ellie. She quickly formed a water glove under her, so that they wouldn't fall. Guiding herself and Ellie back to the shore, Elyrn looked at her blade and then the tentacle. ""I think I made it angry,"" said Elyrn, a bit worried."
6569,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=250,2014-12-10T00:01:00,Raktio,"Riodly had sprung into action almost immediately drawing his weapons he jumped at the Kracken using the air to assist his leap. He continued tk weave around it however there was two problems, they were under ground with semi stale air, and Kaden was consuming their oxygen rather fast. Finding the other wind mage he sent a quick wind message to her, ""we need to keep the wind in here circulated, Kaden's sucking up oxygen with his fire."" Taking a moment he began to form a tight ball of air which had been left behind Kaden's fire balls and began to form a spinning disk of condensed air.<br/><br/>Lars looked around trying to figure out what to do, he couldn't help with fighting it much with his weapon since his style of fighting was ill suited for fighting Krakens. There was also the low visibility factor, the torches and Kaden's fire helped, but not much. Making a risky decision he focused himself, closed his fist, and a moment later opened it. Light poured out of his hand, a tiny sphere of pure light sat there hovering in his hand, he than threw it up into the air hand had it settle at the top of the cavern where its light spread out into a soft light that gave plenty of light to see with. With that done he than stuck the palms of his hands together spread out his fingers with one hand on top of the other. Pointing his hands at the Kraken he looked for someplace critical to hit, he finally decided to aim for the base of one of the tentacles to disarm it. His hands turned into a center point of light for a moment before the light sliced through the beast's appendage. The beam disapeared as the monster roared out rather pissed now,and with the successful attack he decided to see what the dark mages were doing to attack it and try copying their methods."
6570,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=250,2014-12-10T10:34:00,Nuridia,"Ellie fell with Elyrn into the water globe, she was visibly shaken up after her ordeal. Elia looked around and saw everybody slicing up the monster and saw her chance while the krakeb was distracted. Elia made water rise from the lake and made it freeze into some sort of giant spear. Using he strength, she drove the giant icicle into the beast's heart, making it shriek terribly and a thick, sapphire colored liquid spilled from the wound. ""And I thought we were the ones with blue blood. "" Rini joked, visibly tired from the fight and looking at the veins in her arm."
6571,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=250,2014-12-10T10:51:00,Tomia,"Kaden had gotten back up to his feet and saw Ellie fall from the kraken's tentacles. He ran over to her and could tell that she was shaken. ""Ellie? Are you okay? You're not hurt right?"" Kaden asked, worry in his voice. Darmis saw Lars fighting from the corner of his eyes. The magic he was using wasn't familiar to Darmis at all. It almost seemed like the magic that the monks in the temple of light used, but that was impossible. The group watched as Elia delivered the final blow to the kraken. ""Wow Elia, that was amazing."" Fiona said in awe, amazed at how well she stepped up to her difficult task. Suddenly the kraken's body began to glow brightly and started to disintegrate. ""What's going on?"" Kaden asked very confused. Suddenly a large orb shaped like the symbol of water appeared where the kraken was. Water from the lake began to rise up slowly in and and encompass Elia, but not in a threatening way. Suddenly the orb came towards Elia and landed in her hands and the water dispersed and fell to the ground. The orb was a deep blue and crystal like. Elia would be filled with strength and energy, and her magic abilities would be greatly improved. Darmis stood by in shock. ""It's true, there really is hope. All hail Elia Thoth, the Guardian of Water."""
6572,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=250,2014-12-10T11:12:00,Nuridia,"""Don't worry, I'm fine."" Ellie told Kaden, still shuddering a bit. Elia's first instinct was to go and check that her younger sister was okay, but before she could the kraken's body disappeared and water from the lake flowed to surround her. To her surprise she could still breathe, and the deep blue crystal orb landed gently in her hands. The symbol of water was on it and it was warm and cold at the same time. It seemed to swirl with different shades of blue and she swore she could hear sea creatures in it, almost as if the thing was alive. It was like holding the heart of the ocean in her hands. Elia heard Darmis' words and was shocked. Rini stood there in shock, she hadn't even noticed the dirt and bit of kraken's blood on her shoes and dress yet. ""The Key of Water, this is real after all."" the pink haired girl said in shock. ""Is Ellie okay?"" was all Elia could ask, turning to where Kaden and the other girl were."
6573,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=250,2014-12-10T11:22:00,Tomia,"Kaden had a feeling that Ellie wasn't telling the truth, but he didn't want to push her on it. ""Alright, let me help you up at least."" He told her as he took her hand gently and helped pull her up to her feet. Fiona was still shocked and walked up to Elia and marveled at the orb in her hands. ""I've never seen anything like that before. It's actually quite beautiful."" She said to Elia. ""You were really brave today Elia, what you did was amazing."" She admitted, trying not to blush. When Elia came over to them, Kaden spoke. ""She's alright don't worry. She's just shaken up."" Kaden assured Elia. He had taken Ellie's hand without even realizing it. Despite his words, he was still very worried."
6574,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=250,2014-12-10T12:26:00,Nuridia,"Ellie thanked Kaden as she was helped to her feet and then ran over to Elia who wrapped her in a hug. Elia nodded to Kaden in thanks and then turned to Fiona when she said it was amazing. ""It's nothing, my body just moved on its own."" 'Ellie was in danger, I had to save her."" Elia said."
6575,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=250,2014-12-10T12:36:00,Tomia,"Kaden nodded to Elia, watching her and her sister embrace. Kaden couldn't help think about the siblings he saw in his dreams. Would they embrace him like that when they were finally reunited. Fiona smiled and nodded at Elia's words. ""Well I'm glad you're both alright. Ellie's lucky to have a sister like you. So do you feel any different now that you have the orb?"" Fiona asked curiously. ""I was really scared when the water started to surround you. I thought something bad was happening. I thought I might... lose you."" Fiona even shocked herself with her last words. She couldn't hold them in any longer though. She had been scared, and didn't want to think about something happening to Elia."
6576,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=250,2014-12-10T15:00:00,Nuridia,"As Rini saw Kaden's face when Ellie and Elia hugged, she had a feeling about what he was thinking and felt ba for him. One thing registered in her mind as she watched the scene unfold,<span style=""font-style: italic"">Somebody's gotta tell him. Darmis doesn't understand he won't stop asking about his family until he finds out the truth, he needs to know. No need to delude the poor guy into thinking his birth family's still somewhere out there.</span>'I'm glad you're alright."" Elia told Ellie, checking her over for injuries which embarrassed the younger girl. However they both froze and Elia couldn't hide her red face at Fiona's words. She couldn't believe they were true, she had to do a double take. ""Wh...what?"" Elia said quietly, looking at Fiona wide eyed."
6577,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=250,2014-12-10T15:38:00,Tomia,"Kaden saw Rini looking at him and blushed a little, wondering what she was thinking about. Fiona blushed furiously at Elia's words. She wanted to melt into the ground in that moment. ""Uh... sorry, I didn't mean it like that. I hope I didn't upset you... I have to go check on my stuff."" Fiona said and turned around quickly. She walked off to her pack and pretended to check it. She was so embarrassed and anger with herself. She had acted stupidly and childishly. She wasn't supposed to act like that."
6578,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=250,2014-12-10T16:45:00,Raktio,"After the beast was slain Riodly landed next to Lars while everybody was worrying about the girl, and gave him the whole spiel. ""You idiotic moron, for all we know you could have just signed your own death warrant..."" He managed to cool down by the time girl was getting up, and putting on an excellent poker face he acted as some one normally would after a monster attacked your group.<br/><br/>Lars stood firm under the verbal assault, and just simply replied ""I'm sure that they're good people, after all Kalek's beyond doubt the prince."" He none the less let the extra light dim slowly and proceeded over to where they seemed to be regrouping."
6579,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=250,2014-12-10T19:27:00,Nuridia,"""Wait, Fiona!"" ""I'll come with you, wait up!"" Elia said, putting the orb safely away in her bag and going after the blonde girl. She didn't know why but she felt she needed to talk to her. Did she mean those words she said, Elia hoped somewhere in her heart that she did. 'Everybody okay?"" Rini called out to the group, looking around. Rini wondered if Fiona was alright when she ran off and went to go check it out, but seeing Elia gave her the confirmation she needed. She stood by Quentin with her arms crossed and watched the whole thing unfold. ""So that's the case eh?"" ""Good old fashioned<span style=""font-style: italic"">amoure</span>"" she said with a smile, using the Marseille word for love. It seemed that Fiona and Elia really did care about each other. Rini found it beautiful really. Then she looked down at herself and nearly jumped back. ""By the gods, I'm a mess!"" ""But, surprisingly I don't really care that much right now."" she said, surprising herself but taking a handkerchief from her bodice and dipped it in some water, scrubbing away at a kraken blood stain which she grimaced at. Ellie then remembered that Kaden had gotten knocked to the ground during their fight and went over to check if he needed healing."
6580,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=250,2014-12-10T19:56:00,Tomia,"Fiona had practically ran to her bag and didn't dare look back at Elia, there were practically tears in her eyes now. Fiona never cried, she wasn't sure what was happening. She heard Elia's voice and didn't know what to do, she wasn't sure if she could face her. ""I'm fine Elia, I just need to pack is all."" She said, barely able to keep her voice even.<br/>Quentin was slightly confused by Rini's words but then understood by context. ""Amoure?"" He asked curiously. Kaden saw Ellie come up to him and ask about his wounds and was a little surprised, but also grateful. ""I'm alright, it just knocked me down is all. I got this cut on my arm but it isn't too bad."" He said, showing her a cut that went down his right forearm. It was bleeding a little but not too badly."
6581,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=250,2014-12-10T20:34:00,Nuridia,"""I saw what you did, you came at that kraken like a madman to save me."" Ellie smiled, taking some water and making it glow bright silver like it had for Quentin and made it float to Kaden's arm, as it swirled on and surrounded the wound the pain itself was visibly diminished and the wound started to close. Some of the water went into the cut, making the blood flow faster and speeding up healing. ""Thank you."" Ellie smiled again, kissing Kaden on the cheek in thanks. With Quentin, Rini raised an eyebrow at his question but realized that he probably didn't speak Marseille. ""Oh, well amoure means love in my language."" ""I thought it quite fit this situation."" Rini said. She hoped that she would find soapberries and then they would stop by a river or a lake, she desperately needed to bathe. But for now she was glad everyone was okay. Meanwhile Elia looked at Fiona with worry, she could tell by her voice that she was crying. ""Wait, what for?"" ""Are you leaving?"" Elia asked, then she did something on impulse. She wrapped her arms around Fiona's waist and hugged her from behind. ""Forgive my boldness, but I can't let you leave."" 'We're in this together now, it's okay."" ""I'll be here for you liek you were for me, I want to help you."" ""But I can't if you don't tell me what's wrong."" After a pause, Elia spoke again. ""Hey Fiona, those words you said after I won the key."" ""Di...did you mean them?"" Elia asked with a blush."
6582,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=250,2014-12-10T21:11:00,Tomia,"Kaden blushed at Ellie's first statement. ""Well, you know, you were in danger. I couldn't let you get hurt."" He managed, trying to sound as cool as possible. He then watched as the water surrounded his arm in a silver color and soon his cut was healed completely. ""Wow, thanks Ellie."" He said, a little in awe. He was caught of guard when she kissed his cheek. He blushed bright read and barely managed to speak. ""Uh, uh, you're welcome."" He managed. He had never been kissed by a girl before, and was amazed that Ellie did that.<br/>Fiona was shocked when she felt Elia's arms wrap around her from behind. She leaned into her embrace, and in that moment felt like she never wanted her to let go. She was then surprised by Elia's question. She turned around and faced her. She looked into her eyes and took I deep breath. ""I did Elia, I really did."""
6583,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=250,2014-12-10T21:32:00,Nuridia,"Ellie smiled at Kaden's words. ""No problem."" she said, giggling a little when she realized that he was blushing and then blushed a little herself. Meanwhile, Elia looked into Fiona's eyes and gasped when Fiona admitted that she didn't want to lose her. ""Well..I..uh."" Elia was lost for words and color flooded to her face until she spoke. ""I'm glad, because I'd never want to lose you either."" Elia said sincerely to Fiona."
6584,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=250,2014-12-10T21:40:00,Tomia,"Kaden couldn't help but smile when Ellie giggled. He felt a little less nervous now. ""You have a really pretty laugh."" He told Ellie.<br/>Fiona felt like a weight was lifted off her shoulders at Elia's words. She wasn't even sure how to respond, she felt so happy even if she didn't totally understand her feelings. She hugged Elia warmly and held her in her arms. It felt great for Fiona to get these feelings off of her chest."
6585,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=250,2014-12-10T22:30:00,Nuridia,"Elia liked the warm feeling that came from hugging Fiona, and she also liked the fact that Fiona was becoming happy from the fact. Ellie stopped laughing and turned bright red when Kaden told her that her laugh was pretty. ""T..thank you."" Ellie twirled a long red lock of hair and smiled nervously."
6586,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=250,2014-12-10T22:54:00,Tomia,"Fiona held on to Elia for a few more moments until finally she let go and looked Elia in the eyes again. ""Well, we should probably get going soon. We don't want to stay in this cave for ever."" Fiona said, trying to make sure it didn't get awkward.<br/>Kaden smiled when Ellie blushed, he noticed she was really pretty. ""You're welcome."" Suddenly Darmis spoke up, ""Well, let's get going. The sooner we get out of here the better."" He told the group as he led them back out of the mine. As they walked Fiona couldn't help but hold Elia's hand as they walked."
6587,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=250,2014-12-11T11:28:00,Nuridia,"'Yeah, we should get going before we forget to leave."" Elia said to try to relieve the tension and walked out of the cave with Fiona. ""So Quentin, are you okay?"" ""I asked everyone else if they were, it's too soon for people to start dying off."" ""Elia did a great job, taking on that overgrown octopus by herself."" Rini said, having gotten the more difficult stains off her gown. It was obvious she was concerned for everybody and especially Quentin, but she tried really hard to make sure that it didn't seem that way."
6588,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=250,2014-12-11T11:42:00,Tomia,"Fiona nodded to Elia, as the followed Damaris back into the mine's entrance. She couldn't resist putting her arm around Elia again as they walked. She wasn't sure what there was between them, and she felt confused, but she knew she liked being close to the princess.<br/>Quentin was surprised by Rini's question but nodded. ""I'm fine Rini, my head hurts a bit. But it's not too bad. Are you alright? You didn't get hurt by the kraken did you?"" He asked the princess, a little worry in his voice. Kaden was following along as well and they soon reached the entrance of the mine. ""Alright, now we need to get somewhere we can rest and resupply. We have to try to figure out what happened in there as well. Quentin, are you okay to shadow travel?"" Quentin shook his head a little. ""I'll need to rest first, but I should be able to in a little while."""
6589,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=250,2014-12-11T13:10:00,Raktio,"Lars upon hearing the suggestion of using shadow travel recalled last time he stepped through a shadow portal, ""we could go to my father's castle, it's not far away and I don't know about all of you but I'd prefer not doing that unless in a dire situation."""
6590,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=250,2014-12-11T13:20:00,Nuridia,"'Me, I'm perfectly fine."" ""If not a little dirty."" Rini told Quentin and then heard Darmis' words. She didn't want Quentin using up his powers if it was too much of a strain. Elia, who had an arm around Fiona heard the stranger say that they could go to his father's castle. ""Castle?"" ""Is your father the lord of these lands sir?"" the older redhead asked."
6591,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=250,2014-12-11T13:31:00,Raktio,"Formally bowing with plenty of hardly ever applied court training, he responded ""I'm Lars Sihorn second son of Baron Nieth Sihorn the Fourth, and he's been lord over these lands since King Abarac's reign."""
6592,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=275,2014-12-11T13:35:00,Tomia,"Darmis raised an eyebrow when Lars said he didn't want to use shadow travel. This man was certainly strange, Darmis still wasn't sure if he could trust this man. Darmis listened to his words and then reluctantly nodded, ""Very well, but we won't be able to stay long. No doubt we will have to move on again soon."""
6593,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=275,2014-12-11T14:17:00,Nuridia,"""Well I'm not going to complain about it, sure beats sleeping in a cave."" Rini said as she made sure that she had everything. ""Everybody ready to go?"" Elli called out to everyone, checking her own bag."
6594,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=275,2014-12-11T14:24:00,Tomia,"Quentin looked significantly relieved at not having to shadow travel. It was a tiring process and if he did it too many times without resting he could hurt himself. He gathered how things and got ready to leave with the others. The group nodded at Ellie's words. ""Let's get going then."" Darmis said as the group began to follow Lars down the mountain towards his father's home. As they walked Fiona decided to speak to Ellia. She didn't want things to get awkward after they admitted their feelings. She still held her arm around the girl as she spoke. ""So, what was it like? Getting the key and all? What did it feel like?"" Fiona asked curiously."
6595,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=275,2014-12-11T15:32:00,Nuridia,"""It felt...different."" ""Like I was feling all the energies of the water flow through my veins."" ""And when I held the key, it was like the ocean's beating heart."" ""I could hear everything, as if I were a mermaid."" ""It was as if the key was alive."" Elia told Fiona as they walked, Rini was happy that it was over, at least for now. She wondered though what would her quest be like, she was the earth mage so to her dread it probably involved loads of mud and something that smeled."
6596,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=275,2014-12-11T15:36:00,Tomia,"Fiona listened to Elia's description intently, she was a very good listener. ""Wow, that's amazing. I mean, I've heard about the prophecy, but to see it in action. The key seems so incredible. I wonder what other powers it holds. It was really amazing what you did back there. I know you were scared but you fought that thing anyway. When you saw your sister in danger you stepped up automatically. You really are a hero."" Fiona told Elia with admiration in her voice.<br/>Quentin noticed Rini was quieter than usual and seemed troubled. ""Rini? Is something wrong? Do you want to talk about it?"" He asked her as they walked."
6597,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=275,2014-12-11T16:23:00,Nuridia,"""I was just doing what any older sibling would do."" Elia sais sheepishly at Fiona's admiring words. Rini was snapped out of her thoughts as Quentin asked her a question. ""Well, I was just thinking."" ""Elia did so well in her quest, I was thinking about mine."" ""I doubt I'll do any better, or even as good as she did."" ""I mean, I'm not built to climb mountains or sleep in caves or trek through mud or fight monsters."" ""It's just not me, I was raised in a palace not a war hall."" ""I'm not built for it."" Rini told him."
6598,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=275,2014-12-11T16:32:00,Tomia,"Quentin frowned at Rini's words, and took her hand to comfort her. ""Hey, you're too hard on yourself. You're much tougher than you give yourself credit for. I've seen you do incredible things so far, and you've done what you've had to. Hell, you saved my life. When the time comes, I'm sure you'll impress everyone, including yourself.""<br/>Fiona couldn't help but laugh a little at Elia's sheepish tone. ""Are my compliments making you feel shy?"" She asked with a smile."
6599,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=275,2014-12-11T18:03:00,Nuridia,"Elia turned red furiously at Fiona's words. ""No!"" ""Well..maybe..I mean..gah!"" Elia said, turning away. Ellie chuckled at the scene and Rini walked alongside Quentin, red flooded to her cheeks when he took her hand and she cast her eyes down at it. She then heard his words. ""Well...I did all those things because I was...helping people who helped me out, I consider you friends now."" ""That doesn't mean I enjoy this."" she said."
6600,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=275,2014-12-11T18:18:00,Tomia,"Quentin couldn't help but chuckle at Rini's words. ""I would think you were mad if you enjoyed any of these. None of is are here because we enjoy it. I know I don't. I'm tired of wandering, of fighting."" His expression darkened, ""of killing. But it's something we have to do, so we can make the world a better place for the people we care about."" He told Rini.<br/>Fiona frowned a little when she heard Elia's reaction. She was afraid she over stepped. She held Elia a little closer and took her hand. ""Hey, I didn't mean to upset you. I'm sorry, don't be mad at me. It's okay to be a little embarrassed. I won't judge you."" Fiona told Elia sincerely."
6601,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=275,2014-12-11T18:28:00,Nuridia,"Rini felt Quentin's expression darken and squeezed his hand out of impulse. She finally looked up at him, which was a bit difficult to do since he was a foot plus taller than her. ""I admire your determination."" ""If I had a choice I probably would've quit and went home."" That made her think about a question. ""Hey Quentin?"" ""One question, what's your home like?"" ""My parents were loving but absent most of the time, what about your parents?"" ""Where do they live, what're they like?"" ""I'm just curious."" she said. Meanwhil Elia walked with Fiona and saw that the blonde had gotten upset. ""Sorry, I'm not mad."" ""I'm just a bit flustered is all, nobody's ever told me that."" ""Oh, and thanks for not judging me."" ""It's nice."" Elia smiled."
6602,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=275,2014-12-11T18:45:00,Tomia,"Quentin was surprised by Rini's question, though it wasn't too strange. She didn't know much about him after all. Quentin didn't often talk about himself. ""Well, my father's a blacksmith. I grew up with him in the Adrean province of Hadris. My mother died when I was very young, I don't really remember much about her. My father and I were well of and happy for most of my life. Father was a very talented blacksmith and we had plenty of money. He's a good man, my father, you'd like him. He worked for the king himself for a while until Garax overthrew him. Father refused to work for a murderer. I left home to join the Knights 6 years ago. It was hard to leave home, but father knew it was for a good cause."" Quentin explained to Rini.<br/>Fiona smiled at Elia's words, ""It's okay to be flustered, maybe I laid it on a little thick. This is all new to me though. I've never met anyone like you before."" Fiona confessed to Elia. She still wasn't sure what they were to each other, but was afraid to ask."
6603,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=275,2014-12-11T18:55:00,Nuridia,"""I'm sorry about your mother, I'm sure she was a lovely woman."" ""But your father seems like a nice man, I should like to meet him one day."" Rini said to Quentin sincerely. Elia blushed and smiled at Fiona's words. ""Well I can honestly say that I've never met anybody like you either, Fiona."" Elia said truthfully."
6604,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=275,2014-12-11T20:36:00,Tomia,"Quentin smiled at Rini's comment. ""I'm sure he would like to meet you as well. Maybe one day, once this is all over you'll be able to meet.""<br/>Fiona's eyes flashed brightly at Elia's words. She smiled and gave her a quick hug. ""I'm glad. I like you a lot Elia. You're the best friend I've ever had."" Fiona said sincerely. She then had a question come to her mind. ""Hey Elia, have you ever, you know... been romantically involved with someone?"" She asked curiously."
6605,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=275,2014-12-11T21:11:00,Nuridia,"""Oh, me?"" Elia said, her face started to turn red again. ""Well actually, yes."" ""Twice, I thought that it would last forever and I cared about each of them, but unfortunately it was not to be."" ""I've never been physically intimate with anybody though."" the redhead admitted."
6606,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=275,2014-12-11T21:33:00,Tomia,"""Oh"" Fiona said, blushing a little herself. ""Well, I've never really been with anyone. Being on the road all the time and working with the Knights didn't give me a lot of opportunities. It was really kind of lonely."" Fiona admitted. A question then entered her mind that she really wanted to ask but wasn't sure how Elia would take it. ""Uh Elia, those people you were with... uh were any of them girls?"" Fiona asked softly, blushing furiously."
6607,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=275,2014-12-12T07:07:00,Nuridia,"""Well actually...yes."" ""One of them was a girl, although most societies don't accept that kind of thing."" ""Olantis is far more liberal than most kingdoms when it comes to that sort of thing, our laws aren't as stringent."" Elia said. ""Well you're lucky."" ""Marseille is liberal, but not as liberal as that."" ""Especially when it comes to laws of legitimacy and marriage."" Rini said."
6608,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=275,2014-12-12T08:22:00,Tomia,"Fiona's eyes widened at Elia's words. She couldn't help but feel happy by them. ""Well, it doesn't matter if society accepts it or not. If it's what makes you think happy then that's what you should do."" Fiona said sincerely. She wanted to fully confess her feelings to Elia but was afraid she wouldn't feel the same way. Quentin listened to what Rini said and was curious, ""What kind of laws do you mean?"" He asked the princess."
6609,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=275,2014-12-12T11:51:00,Nuridia,"Elia smiled at Fiona's words and then Rini heard Quentin's question. ""Well in Marseille, typically if the child is born into a marriage and acknowledged by the father it's usually considered legitimate seven times out of ten because any child a woman has is considered to be her husband's, but still if a woman is pregnant at her wedding or if the parents are unmarried it's still scandalous in society."" ""And if one obtains a writ of legitimacy, you can legitimize a baby that way too but it's hard and takes a long time."" Rini said."
6610,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=275,2014-12-12T18:25:00,Tomia,"Fiona returned Elia's smile as they walked. She realized it was very pretty. Quentin nodded to Rini after she spoke to him. ""This seems like it's very important in your country."" He said to her. Soon they had finally scaled down the mountain and had come a cross a small village on the way to Lar's castle. ""We'll see if we can stay here tonight. I'm sure the in will have room for us. I don't fancy staying our here in the dark longer than I have to."" Darmis said to the group as he led them toward the town. ""I hope they have soon food. I'm starving."" Kaden half joked, putting a hand on his stomach."
6611,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=275,2014-12-12T23:04:00,Nuridia,"""It is, but Father's worked for years to get the laws changed."" ""He says that sometimes, people cannot help what they do in the heat of passion and that all life is precious and should be treated as such."" ""He says it's not their fault where they come from, from marriage, rape or recklessness and that everybody should be given equal chance to succeed in life."" ""You do know that my great-grandfather, Charles the Dragonsbane was a natural born?"" 'He was given the title Dragonsbane after he slew the three-headed dragon Rhayxes that was terrorizing our kingdom."" ""Then he married my great-grandmother, Princess Melena of Dryan who had naturally pink hair."" ""That's part of the reason why I dye mine, to honor her."" ""Oh my grandmother's line was a strange bunch, the magic that flowed through the veins of Dryan's royal house caused some sort of mutation in the blood that gives them all sorts of strange hair and eye colors like green, pink and blue among others."" Rini told Quentin. She didn't like to use the term bastard, it was unfair to the child who didn't ask to be there and she blushed as she felt that she may've gotten a bit carried away going on about her family's history. ""Would you like to know a secret?"" 'While my hair is naturally black, I was born with broad pink streaks running all throughout it."" ""After a few months however it turned a usual color."" Rini said. She never told that to anybody."
6612,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=275,2014-12-12T23:17:00,Tomia,"Quentin listened intently as Rini told him the history of her family and country. He didn't mind listening to her, he thought it was interesting. ""Wow, you have a very interesting family. It's good to hear that someone can succeed despite their birth."" He was surprised when she told him the secret about her hair. ""Well thank you for sharing that Rini. You felt comfortable enough to tell me a secret?"" He asked her a little in shock. They soon made it into the town they were approaching. Darmis led them toward the large tavern in the center of the town. He led them inside and turned to them, ""I'll go speak with the barkeep, see if I can get us rooms for the night."" He told them before turning to speak to the bar keep about rooms."
6613,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=275,2014-12-12T23:26:00,Nuridia,"""Well Charles only succeeded because his father had no legitimate sons as they all had died."" ""And in order for a natural child to be named heir, there will need to be an act of succession and even then their childhood and path to the throne will be full f heartbreak and hardships most like."" Rini said, tucking her hands into the pockets of her skirt. She then heard Quentin's surprised tone at her secret. ""Well I believe that if we're comfortable talking and saving each other's lives, then we can definitely be comfortable with swapping secrets."" Rini tucked a few errant dyed pink strands underneath her bonnet."
6614,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=275,2014-12-12T23:51:00,Tomia,"Quentin frowned at Rini's words. ""That seems unfair. It isn't the child's fault after all."" He then gave a small smile at what she said about secrets. ""Well, that's a fair point. I guess at some point I will have to return the favor."" He told her as they entered the tavern. Darmis came back a few minutes later to the group, ""Alright, I got us a few rooms. There are two beds in each, and there should be enough for all of us. So find a bed and let's get some sleep. It's been a long day."" Darmis said, heading up to one of his rooms to sleep."
6615,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=275,2014-12-13T00:13:00,Raktio,"""Sorry we don't have additional rooms in the castle, we'll cover the room cost though,"" Lars told the group before he went for the castle with Riodly. At the castle he told his father everything he knew except for the fact that Kalek was almost assuredly the prince."
6616,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=275,2014-12-13T11:07:00,Nuridia,"""Well first, I'll head to the washrooms as I seriously need to clean up."" ""And then I may go into town because I can get us some supplies and I need some new clothes, but you're right."" ""It's smarter to go to sleep."" Rini said after Darmis spoke, going to ask the barkeep if they had a bath chamber or where she coulf find some hot water in a basin that she could take to her room. She would need to wash her hair at least. Elia smiled and shook her head. ""Same old Rini, still as finicky as ever I see."" ""But she has gotten braver, and kinder."" ""You have to give her that."" ""I think she has a hidden strength that she doesn't know about yet."" the older redhead said"
6617,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=300,2014-12-13T11:29:00,Tomia,"""The shops are probably all closed now Rini. We can go on a supply run in the morning though if you want."" Quentin told Rini before she walked off. The bar keep saw Rini approach and showed her the small bathhouse in the tavern. Quentin heard Elia's comment about Rini. ""She is much stronger than she looks. Even though she doesn't know it yet."" Quentin told the princess. Quentin and Kaden meanwhile picked one of the rooms they had booked that were all next to each other. Fiona picked a room herself and put her things on one of the two beds that were inside. She was tired, but it had been a crazy day and she had so much to think about. It made her blush a little that a lot those things had to do with Elia. She decided to try not to think know about it too much, and try to relax."
6618,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=300,2014-12-13T13:44:00,Nuridia,"Ellie said that she'd take a room with Rini so Elia went into Fiona's room. ""Hey, Fiona?"" ""This room isn't taken right?"" the redhead asked as she walked in with her things. She couldn't get Fiona out of her mind lately, it was actually quite unnerving sometimes but Elia didn't grudge it. Rini thanked the barkeep and tipped him with a silver coin before heading to the small bathhouse. She couldn't really bathe as she had no clean clothes to change into and no time to wahs them and let them dry so she settled for washing her hair, face, arms and legs instead. She looked at her hair, it was dusty, sweaty and dirty and the dye had been loosened significantly although it was a vibrant pink Rini sighed, there was no point trying to salvage it now. She rummaged around in her pouch, praying that she had it with her. Grinning, she grabbed a vial filled with a purple liquid. It was a special potion that you mixed with soap to completely remove the fading dye from her hair, she carried it around ever since that embarrassing incident when her hair was half pink and half black at an important ball. Rini washed up and got to work wiping the dust from her dress. After that, she rinsed her hair and started scrubbing it with the soap, pouring the potion on a washcloth and washing her hair with that. After a while, the pink had come out and her hair was its natural color, blue-black like a crow's feathers. Rinsing it turned the water she collected in a basin rosy pink, and Rini dumped out the dyed water. Drying it as best she could and braiding it up, Rini headed down the hall where the rooms were."
6619,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=300,2014-12-13T14:03:00,Tomia,"Fiona was pulled out of her thoughts when Elia spoke to her. She jumped a little at the sound of her voice. She didn't know why she was so startled. She couldn't help but blush at Elia's question. A few days ago it wouldn't have been a big deal, but now things seemed different. ""Of course, you can stay here if you want. It's nice to have company."" Fiona said to Elia. She then turned away towards the wall so that Elia couldn't see her face. Fiona hated how awkward things seemed. After a few minutes of silence she turned back, ""Hey Elia? Do you think we should talk about what's going on between us? I feel like things are awkward now, and I don't want to lose you as a friend. You're the first one I've ever had."" Fiona said sincerely, with worry in her voice.<br/>Meanwhile Quentin and Kaden were getting ready for bed. Kaden couldn't help but think about what Elia did that day. He was doubting whether or not he would be able to do it, but then he thought about what he did to save Ellie. He was determined to do what it took to protect the people he cared about, and see his family again. Quentin meanwhile saw Rini walk toward her room and was shocked to see her hair was black. He almost didn't recognize her. He stepped outside and spoke, ""Rini? I almost didn't recognize you. You look so different without the dye."" ""You look good like this though. I didn't mean it in a bad way."" He added quickly and a little awkwardly."
6620,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=300,2014-12-13T18:06:00,Nuridia,"Elia was surprised at the honesty of Fiona's question, she seemed like she had ben holding something in for a while. And to be honest, Elia had been holding in her own feelings for some time. She had an attraction for the blonde, but had a concern that Fiona didn't feel the same way. ""Well, what do you want to know?"" ""And why're you worried about losing me as a friend, you don't need to worry about that at all."" Elia said sincerely but with concern at Fiona's behavior. Then she spoke up. ""I care about you Fiona, fact."" ""I really do, you're important to me."" Elia said sincerely. Meanwhile Rini was walking to her room and was stopped by Quentin who was talking about her hair. ""Really, it makes that much of a difference?"" she asked in surprise. And then she blushed a little when Quentin complimented her, she got complimented by men all the time but from Quentin it was different. It made her feel warm for some reason. ""Well thank you."" ""Goodnight then."" Rini said, heading to her room."
6621,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=300,2014-12-13T18:26:00,Tomia,"Fiona looked visibly relieved when Elia said she didn't have To worry about losing her as a friend. That meant a lot to Fiona and she looked visibly more comfortable. Her eyes flashed brightly at Elia's final words and she looked at her in a mix of surprise and gratefulness. She stood up slowly and sat down next to Elia on her bed. ""I care about you too Elia. I've never met anyone like you before. I like you a lot Elia. But, it feels different than friendship you know? I really hope that doesn't upset you. I understand if you don't feel the same way. I just really don't want to lose our friendship."" Fiona said. She was blushing brightly and her throat tightened a little.<br/>Quentin felt that what he said was stupid, and was sure that Rini was used to compliments like that. It probably didn't mean anything. ""Goodnight Rini, I'll see you in the morning."" He said, waving get to her before heading back to his room where Kaden was."
6622,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=300,2014-12-13T18:51:00,Nuridia,"""It's alright, because I feel exactly the same way."" ""I actually have for a while, when I've seen your strength, your kindness, your...beauty."" ""I like you too, very much."" ""You know, I'm not used to confessing to anybody, this is my first time."" Elia said, blushing brught red now. Her words were true but shy."
6623,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=300,2014-12-13T19:00:00,Tomia,"Fiona was shocked at Elia's words. She almost thought she misheard. She looked up into Elia's eyes and saw she was blushing just as much as Fiona was. She suddenly started giggling softly. ""So what were she so nervous about?"" She asked, much more relaxed now. ""Elia, I liked you since I first saw you. I thought you were so beautiful and gentle. Then when I saw you fighting that kraken, I saw how strong you were. I knew then that my feelings were true. I've never told this to anyone either but I'm glad I'm saying it to you."" She said, and then pulled Elia into a soft hug."
6624,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=300,2014-12-13T21:40:00,Nuridia,"Elia returned Fiona's hug happily, Ellie and Rini returned to their beds obviously tired."
6625,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=300,2014-12-13T22:15:00,Tomia,"Fiona hugged Elia for a while until she finally reluctantly pulled away. ""Well, I guess we should get to bed. We've had a long day after all. I'm glad we talked Elia. I feel a lot better now. Good night princess."" Fiona smiled and kissed Elia's cheek before heading off to bed, a bright smile on her face.<br/>After a few hours everyone in the tavern was a sleep. That was until Kaden had his nightmare. It started out like the normal dream of his family, then it went terribly wrong. Suddenly images of his family slaughtered in the throne room popped into his head. He saw his parents, and his siblings' lifeless bodies. Kaden woke up in a cold sweat at 6 of clock in the morning, screaming frantically in a terrified voice. Quentin woke with a start. ""My Prince? Are you alright?"" He asked with concern."
6626,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=300,2014-12-14T11:37:00,Nuridia,"Elia heated up and turned red when Fiona kissed her cheek but couldn't help but smile. ""Goodnight, Fiona."" Elia said as she went to bed herself. Everybody had turned in for the night, Rini washed her dress as well as she could and hung it up to dry overnight. Suddenly there was a bloodcurdling scream that ripped through the tavern like a sword in the silence and Rini, Ellie and Elia jolted up, realizing that the screaming was coming from Kaden's room. ""What in the name of the gods is going on?!"" ""I believe I amlost had a heart attack!"" Rini said as they walked and she knocked on Kaden's door. ""Hey, are you okay?"" the black haired girl asked. ""Kaden, it's Ellie."" ""Is somethign wrong?!"" Ellie asked, knocking as well."
6627,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=300,2014-12-14T11:49:00,Tomia,"Kaden started to realize it was just a dream and he started to realize he had been screaming. He was clearly shaken up, and was literally shaking. He couldn't bring himself to respond so Quentin went to the door and opened it. He saw the princesses standing before him. ""Kaden had a nightmare it seems. He woke up screaming. Darmis and Fiona came running to the room, Fiona had brought her knife with her just in case. ""What's going on?"" Darmis demanded. Kaden finally managed to speak up, ""It's my family, we have to save them! They're in danger!"" Kaden exclaimed, thinking his dream was from the future not the past. Darmis' expression darkened. ""Alright, everyone calm down. Kaden, we'll protect your family I promise. We have to focus on our mission. That's the only way we can save everyone. Now, it's almost morning. We should get ready to go on a supply run in town soon. Hopefully the gods will tell us where we need to go next."" Darmis said calmly to the group before walking out of the room. Fiona looked shocked at Darmis' words. How could he not tell Kaden the truth?"
6628,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=300,2014-12-14T12:01:00,Nuridia,"Rini just watched Darmis leave with an incredulous look on her face like she couldn't believe it. She walked away until she was out of earshot of everyone else. ""That kid deserves to know the truth, it's not right to keep it from him."" ""I mean you've got the poor guy living a lie."" ""He's having literal visions of them now, there's no point keeping it from him any longer."" she said, sighing."
6629,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=300,2014-12-14T12:20:00,Tomia,"Quentin has walked out with Rini and listened to her words and nodded. ""I agree, he will surely find out eventually. But, I suppose Darmis wants to deal it as much as possible. I don't know how Kaden will react. Anyway, Darmis was right. We should head to the market soon. The stores should be opening soon."" Kaden still sat shaking in his bed. He almost seemed frozen. He was still imagining the lifeless looks of his family and the bloody scene that haunted his dream. He couldn't lose his real family before he found them. He had to save them."
6630,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=300,2014-12-14T13:05:00,Nuridia,"""Well good, we need some new supplies."" ""And I need some new clothes, if I can afford them."" 'Right now supplies are the most important thing."" Rini said, a while ago she would've bought a new gown without a second word. Then she turned to Quentin, her violet-blue eyes glinting with a steely hardness and determination. ""Quentin, I won't say this to anybody else but I say it to you."" ""I hope I can trust you."" ""Darmis is wrong, Kaden is obviously suffering."" 'He eeds to know what happened to nis family, he just found out his life was a lie for fifteen years and now he's expected to leave his home and just take up a crown he was never schooled in."" ""We have a moral obligiation to him, I know Darmis is thinking about the mission but Kaden trusts us and we can't keep lying."" ""Hell, even the gods are being more honest then we've been!"" ""I'll give it until tomorrow night, I swear by all the gods that if Darmis doesn't say something then I will."" Rini said determinedly before sweeping out of the tavern and heading into town."
6631,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=300,2014-12-14T13:23:00,Tomia,"Quentin was surprised at Rini's words, but was impressed by her determination. ""Don't worry, you can trust me Rini. You're right that we shouldn't lie to him anymore. It isn't right. But we have to be careful. He is fragile as it is, we don't want to scar him any further."" He told the princess as he walked into town with her. They came upon a number of stalls selling various things, food, clothing, medicine, a few small weapons and other things. Quentin browsed around and bought the food and medicine that would come in handy, as well as a few general supplies. He then came across a surprising well crafted knife. It was long but thin and had an elegant metal handle and a hide sheath. Quentin got an idea and purchased it with some of the coins he had with him. He approached Rini and presented it too her. ""Here, I bought this for you. I know you say you're not a warrior, but if you ever can't use your magic. This will come in handy. I don't want you getting hurt after all.""<br/>Kaden was still on his bed when suddenly he had another vision. He saw another small village and saw a large statue of the god-king Berian, Kaden's ancestor. Kaden's head hurt furiously but he also saw a large underground building that seemed to be a temple. Kaden was relieved when the vision ended, but he had the sudden feeling of urgency. As if he had to travel to this place as soon as possible. It felt very important."
6632,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=300,2014-12-14T14:25:00,Nuridia,"Rini had bought some food, some water, a few potions for assorted purposes and a roll of bandages. Now she counted the money she had left, and she grinned as she went to the clothing stall. She couldn't resist getting at least one fashionable gown but she knew that they were on a journey. Elia saw her dilemma and walked up to her. ""Rini, you can't fight in crinoline."" 'If Fiona was using her wind magic you'd be carried away like an umbrella, and also if you fell you'd be like a turtle on its back."" ""And besides, you don't want an enemy's blood staining that pretty white satin dress of yours."" the redhead said. Rini grumbled. ""Oh, I hate it when you're right."" 'Fine."" Rini bought a chainmail shirt, a normal shirt, a vest, some breeches and some sturdy boots that were on sale. Then she looked at what was cheapest and bought herself a lovely gown in white and black along with a black velvet bonnet. ""Couldn't resist, I haven't had fashionable clothing in what feels like an eternity."" ""I'll wear it as soon as I get the chance."" And to her surprise she still had some money left. And now she thought. She didn't want to spend all her money but she found herself wondering what Quentin would want. She then turned at his voice and then heard the words he said when he gave her the knife. ""Well...thanks Quentin."" ""It's one of the best gifts I've gotten."" Rini took the knife carefully, blushing a bit. ""You didn't have to buy me anything, it's beautiful."" ""Looks like I'll have to leanr how to wield it, would you...teach me?"" she asked shyly."
6633,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=300,2014-12-14T14:53:00,Tomia,"Quentin couldn't help but smile at the exchange between Rini and Elia. He was surprised and impressed though when Rini bought the chain mail armor and the non formal clothing. He then smiled at her response to his gift. ""I'm glad you like it. I know I didn't need to buy it. I wanted too."" He then heard her shy request. ""Of course I can teach you."" He told her kindly. He took the still sheathed knife and helped show Rini the way to hold it. He moved her fingers into the right places on the blades. ""This is how you hold it. You'll have to get used to the weight, but I'm sure it won't take long. Maybe later I can show you some ways to attack and defend with it.""<br/>Kaden made his way to Darmis' room. ""Hey Darmis? I had another vision. I saw a village, with a large statue of a man that seemed like a king, and this temple too. What does that mean?"" He asked the knight. Darmis froze I mid packing when Kaden spoke. ""What you describe, it sounds like Calix. That is the old village your ancestor Berian was born in. The capital was built near it but a small portion was preserved to honor him. ""You are sure that's what you saw?"" Kaden nodded. ""Very well, that is where we must go then. Though I can't say I look forward to traveling so close to Garax."" ""Will my family be there?"" Kaden asked abruptly, his desperation evident. Darmis paused for a moment before speaking. ""Yes Kaden, your family will be there."""
6634,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=300,2014-12-14T16:11:00,Nuridia,"Rini flushed bright pink when Quentin took her hands and showed her how to hold the blade. ""You mean this way?"" Rini said, trying it herself. He was so close, and she was unused to it. But part of her actually felt like she didn't want him to leave. The blade was a bit heavy to her and then Quentin offered to train her to fight. ""I'd like that a lot."" Rini said, looking away."
6635,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=300,2014-12-14T16:16:00,Tomia,"Quentin smiled when Rini held the knife herself. ""Yes, just like that. See? You're catching on quickly."" He smiled at her. ""Well I'm glad. We can train whenever we have free time. I'm sure you'll become a master in no time."" He then saw her turn away and frowned. ""Rini? You alright?"" Quentin asked her. A little while late Darmis came outside with Kaden with him. The young prince looked pale with worry. ""We'll need to leave soon. The gods have sent Kaden a vision. They are sending us to Calix. We'll need to move as soon as possible."" Fiona looked worried at Kaden's expression. He didn't look good at all. ""Do you think we should tell him the truth?"" She whispered to Elia."
6636,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=300,2014-12-14T18:13:00,Nuridia,"Rini realized that Quentin had noticed that she was looking away to keep her blush hidden. ""I'm perfectly fine."" Rini said quickly, her black waves of hair moving when she turned her head. Her blush was evident now and she dreaded it. Meanwhile Elia stood with Ellie and Fiona and Elia heard Fiona's conversation. ""We should tell him, he desrves to know the truth and I think it's wrong of Darmis to kep lying to him."" Elia whispered back."
6637,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=300,2014-12-14T18:22:00,Tomia,"Quentin was afraid that Rini was mad at him but then she turned around and he realized she was blushing. This surprised him, but he didn't comment on it. He could tell Rini was embarrassed by it and wouldn't appreciate him pointing it out. He was curious as to why she was blushing though. He didn't think it possible that she might be interested in him. Fiona was unsure about disobeying Darmis again, she knew he would be very angry. Still, she knew that Elia was right, Kaden deserved to know the truth. ""You're right. Kaden won't take it well though, we'll have to be delicate."" Darmis had sent off a letter via magic to Lars' castle. Informing him of where they were going if he wished to join them. He then returned to the group. ""Alright, let's get going. Quentin, we'll each need to make a portal."" Quentin nodded and both dark mage created a shadow portal and led everyone inside. Soon they arrived in the small village of Callix. It was tiny and quaint, but had a natural and majestic feel to it. It was quite beautiful and as they walked forward they could see a number of churches dedicated to Berian. Kaden suddenly felt a mother sharp pain and fell to his knees as he closed his eyes. The image of the statue again burned in his brain. ""We have to keep moving. We're close."" Kaden told the others as he struggled to get up."
6638,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=300,2014-12-14T20:32:00,Nuridia,"Elia nodded to Fiona as the group headed out. Ellie, on their walk to Callix thought about the king and queen of Adrea. How they had to have their children murdered, hopefully Garax wasn't so cruel as to make them watch before he did away with them as well. ""Hey Rini, how may children do you think you'll have one day?"" 'Since you'll be queen you'll be expected to produce heirs. Ellie asked her randomly. Rini groaned a bit. ""Childbirth, you're kidding right? Odds are that it'll ruin my body, and then my future husband won't find me attractive anymore and look elsewhere."" ""But I guess, I may have children one day if I can get over all the side effects."" ""Well my mother and father had five, my grandfather had seven, his father had nine and his mother had thirteen so my odds are that if I marry then I'll have quite a few."" ""But it'll be absoutely detrimental to my gorgeous figure, unless I take some of Mother's tips."" ""I mean she still looks fabulous and so did Grandmamma so there may be hope for me after all."" ""I do know that if I ever have kids, I'll be more hands on and a much larger presence than my parents were."" Rini told Ellie as they walked. All of a sudden, Kaden fell to his knees and Ellie raced over. ""Kaden, are you okay?!"" she asked, putting her hands on his shoulders frantically. ""You look dreadful, I have some pain potion if you require any."" ""You sure you're still good to go, he looks like he needs rest?"" Rini asked the prince and then Darmis."
6639,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=300,2014-12-14T20:44:00,Tomia,"Kaden nodded to Ellie and Rini. If he wasn't in so much pain he would of blushed at the fact that Ellie had her hands on his shoulders. ""Im fine. I need to keep going."" Kaden managed to get to his feet and continued on with the others, though he looked a little light headed. Quentin seemed a little surprised at Ring and Ellie's conversation. He was surprised at her view about children. ""I've always wanted children. Parenting is hard, but I've always been sure it would be worth it."" He said casually. They soon made it to a tall statue that towered over them. There was a large underground gate beneath them as well. ""We have to go in there. It's important."" Fiona and Quentin exchanged a look, Darmis looked stone-faced. Fiona turned to Elia and explained quietly. ""This is the Tomb of Kings. All the members of Berian's royal line are buried here."" She whispered so Kaden couldn't hear. She was afraid that Kaden would find out the truth soon. It wouldn't be pretty."
6640,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=300,2014-12-14T20:51:00,Nuridia,"""Well I actually love children, I've helped raise my siblings and all."" ""But the physical process of pregnancy and childbirth I've never much cared for."" ""I've seen Mamma pregnant, it's not a walk in the park for the women."" ""But I'm young, maybe one day I'll change my mind."" ""I may want children, when I'm married but it uite scares me."" ""Childbearing changes the body, and many stories of kings seeking young and pretty mistresses because their wife had grown too fat."" ""Also the possiblity of dying, I really don't know about that."" ""But on the other hand I couldn't resist the chance to pass on my traits to the next generation of Marseille royals."" Rini told Quentin. Elia heard Fiona's whispers and then looked straight ahead at the tomb. ""Poor guy."" she whispered back."
6641,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=300,2014-12-14T21:16:00,Tomia,"Quentin frowned when Rini talked about husband's who would cheat on their wives. ""Well that's wrong. I would never do that to my wife. Marriage is something that is supposed be sacred, you're supposed to care for your wife at all times, especially when she's pregnant."" Darmis and Fiona helped Kaden open the doors to the tomb and Kaden called suddenly ran inside, he had to find what the gods were trying to show him. ""Kaden!"" Fiona called as the others ran after him. The tome was filled with large carvings depicting great acts of heroism and held the Graves and burial chambers of all the Adrean king and queens. They soon reached a large chamber in the center as they searched for Kaden. They finally found him, kneeling on the ground in shock. He was looking up at 7 Graves that were all plain white marble. Above them laid 7 portraits and a large marble stone that had markings that read;<span style=""font-style: italic""> Here lies King Abarac, his faithful with Adila, and their children Ardax, Lilly, Elizabeth, Landon, and the unnamed youngest prince. Brutally murdered by Garax the Usurper, they are with Berian now.</span>"
6642,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=325,2014-12-14T22:23:00,Nuridia,"'I'm glad you feel that way Quentin, the woman who marries you will be very lucky."" ""If someday, I find a husband with your ideology then I suppose that I'll have children after all."" Rini said. She didn't know why, but she actually felt a pang of jealousy at the thought of Quentin with some other woman. As the approached the tombs, Kaden raced in and everybody followed after him until they saw him kneeling in shock before a group of white marbl tombs. ""Aw man."" ""Well, iy's time."" ""The gods want him to know as they led him here."" ""Somebody's got to tell him."" Rini told Quentin softly as she looked sadly at Kaden kneeling on the ground. Ellie walked over to Kaden and put a hand on his shoulder to comfort him."
6643,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=325,2014-12-14T22:31:00,Tomia,"Quentin smiled at Rini's words. ""Well that's very kind of you to say Rini. I hope you find someone who treats you as well as you deserve."" Quentin told her sincerely. Quentin suddenly felt a pang of jealousy as well at the idea of Rini marrying another man. He wasn't sure why but it didn't make him feel good.<br/>Kaden didn't even seem to react to Ellie's hand on his shoulder. All his dreams for a happy ending had been destroyed. His family was dead, he was completely alone. After a few minutes tears started pouring down his face and he fell to the floor, sobbing uncontrollably. It seemed like a terrible nightmare to him. It couldn't be real."
6644,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=325,2014-12-14T22:42:00,Nuridia,"""Kaden, I'm so sorry."" ""I...don't even know what to say."" Ellie said, kneeling down next to him. Rini, Ellie and Elia all felt terrible for going along with Darmis' orders and keeping the truth away from Kaden all this time, but they felt they had no choice. Elia looked at Fiona as she went over to where Kaden was, Darmis may as well come clean now. Kaden knows, there was no point pretending anymore was all the girls thought. Rini gave a sad smile at Quentin's compliment and went over to go and check on Kaden as well."
6645,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=325,2014-12-14T23:20:00,Tomia,"Kaden heard Ellie's words and suddenly pushed himself off the ground and pulled her into a tight hug, sobbing into her shoulder. He couldn't care about how it looked or seemed in the moment. He couldn't care about anything, he felt too hurt. But he felt like he needed Ellie there with him for some reason, and didn't want her to leave.<br/>Darmis was silent during the scene until he finally decided to speak up. ""You know, I was there that night, in the castle when it happened. It happened so fast, it was chaos. I made my way to the King's chambers, but it was too late. We were only able to save one, the one the attackers didn't know about. He was hidden for his protection. The world didn't even know his name, and now he's it's best hope to stop Garax."""
6646,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=325,2014-12-14T23:28:00,Raktio,"Kadria awoke in a rather cold, not freezing, but cold cave, and she knew she hadn't came into reality in a cave si someone must over moved her to the cave. She knew it was still predawn, but a quick look around told her that the it had been occupied only a day or two ago, and it was likely thevery people she was hunting down.<span style=""font-style: italic"">First a Knight that uses dark magic, and now a knight who didn't kill a dark mage the instant that they have the chance? I can find out the answers later, first lets catch up to them.</span>Once out onto the mountain side she called for her horse and familiar.<br/><hr/><br/><br/>Lars headed for the in where his guests were staying, only to find that they had left via a shadow portal, and so therefore had to wait for their return."
6647,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=325,2014-12-14T23:36:00,Nuridia,"Ellie was surprised and nearly stumbled when Kaden hugged her, but she wrapped her arms around him and held him close to her, patting his back to comfort the devastated prince. The other two girls were shocked at the scene, wondering why the gods led them there but Kaden obviously needed a moment."
6648,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=325,2014-12-14T23:59:00,Tomia,"Kaden very slowly started to calm down as Ellie comforted him. His breathing had slowed but still sounded heavy. His eyes were red from crying. He felt Ellie patting his back and appreciated it. He had lost everything in a few moments, but she was there for him. He held on to her for a few minutes, before pulling away and bringing himself to his feet. He walked over to the tombstone, and slowly traced his fingers over the names of his parents and his brothers and sisters. He tried to memorize them. Their names would all he would be able to hold onto. ""I can't believe they're gone. This is all that's left."" He turned to the group. ""Let's go, I can't stand to be here any longer."" He told them, starting to walk slowly out of the large tomb."
6649,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=325,2014-12-15T13:03:00,Nuridia,"""Yeah, we should go."" Rini said, turning and walking out of the tomb. Ellie comforted Kaden as he held on to her and thn he pulled away. Now the gods had shown him the truth, why couldn't they tell him now?"
6650,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=325,2014-12-15T13:08:00,Tomia,"As they walked out of the tomb, Kaden couldn't help but reach out and take Ellie's hand. Despite how terrible he was feeling, she made him feel a little better. He felt like he should be angry, at Garax, the gods, everything, but he wasn't. He was just sad. He was silent for most of the walk until a realization cane to his mind. He stopped walking suddenly and let go of Ellie's hand. His mind filled with anger. ""You all knew didn't you? You knew this whole time and you didn't say anything to me. Were you ever planning on telling me?"" He asked all of them, his voice thick with anger."
6651,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=325,2014-12-15T13:16:00,Nuridia,"Ellie was startled when Kaden let go of her hand and then heard his speech. He had every right to feel like this, she felt ashamed. ""Kaden, please."" ""Let us explain."" ""We were forced to keep this from you."" Ellie said softly. Then Rini spoke up. ""We wanted to tell you, we actually planned on telling you tonight but we didn't know we were coming to this place."" ""The reason we kept it in for so long is that we were given explicit orders that you weren't to be told."" the older girl said. ""That's right Kaden, there's the truth of it."" ""The leader thought you wouldn't be able to handle the news but we knew we had to tell you."" ""We were going to, but unfortunately the gods beat us to it."" ""If you want to be angry, you have that right."" Elia told him."
6652,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=325,2014-12-15T13:28:00,Tomia,"""I saw no reason to burden you any further. The longer I could keep that from you the better. You're take is tough enough."" Darmis explained calmly. Kaden glared at all of them, too angry to listen to reason. ""None of you had the right to make that decision! You've acted like my friends, and you've been lying to me this whole time! You've been treating me like a child! I'm done with this and all of you!"" Kaden shouted at them, before turning around and storming off into the woods right next to the town."
6653,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=325,2014-12-15T13:55:00,Nuridia,"Ellie started to run after him. ""Kaden, wait!"" she called out before an elegantly manicured hand grabbed her arm. ""Rini, let me go!"" Ellie squealed. ""Hey, don't hurt her!"" Elia said, stepping forward. ""I'm not hurting her."" Rini told Elia before turning to Ellie. ""Let him go, he needs some time alone to process this."" ""He won't listen to you in the state he's in, actually he's in no shape to listen to anybody."" ""I'm sure he'll come back, just give him some space."" Rini said before letting go of Ellie's arm. 'Darmis, this was wrong."" ""Keeping it from him did far more harm than good."" Elia said to Darmis while comforting her sister who had tears flowing down her cheeks."
6654,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=325,2014-12-15T14:14:00,Tomia,"Quentin stepped forward as well when the princesses started arguing. ""Getting upset at each other won't help amything. Rini's right, we just need to give him sometime is all."" He reasoned to the group. Fiona felt terrible about all of this. She was supposed to be Kaden's guardian and she failed him. Darmis turned to Elia, ""What would you have preferred? We tell him right away and he breaks down into a traumatized mess? He needed some stability, and I never lied. He drew the conclusion he wanted to draw. If I had told him, there's no way he would have gotten this far. The gods decided he needed to know, so that is what happened. But I do not regret my actions. The fate of this kingdom is more important than anything.""<br/>Kaden had found a stump in the forest and sat down. He felt angry and betrayed. Especially by his friends. Darmis doing this didn't surprise him, but he expected better from the others. It really hurt him that Ellie had known this whole time and never told him."
6655,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=325,2014-12-15T14:56:00,Nuridia,"""Well so what in the world are we supposed to do now?"" ""Just leave Kaden out there by himself?"" ""No, I'm going to go see him."" Ellie said, throwing her cloak on. ""Maybe it's best if you just let him come back on his own."" ""It's not like he's going to sleep in the woods alone."" Elia said."
6656,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=325,2014-12-15T15:03:00,Tomia,"Quentin nodded at Elia's words. ""Your sister's right Ellie. I know your worried, but going after him won't help anything."" Suddenly there was a loud roaring sound coming the northern part of the town. ""What was that?"" Fiona asked with concern. ""I'm not sure, come on. We need to check it out."" Darmis said heading toward the town to see what was happening."
6657,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=325,2014-12-15T16:37:00,Nuridia,"Ellie was still heavy hearted and sad but didn't feel like arguing. She was jolted out of her thoughts by the roaring that echoed throughout the town and followed everyone else to where they were going. She couldn't help but think about Kaden and wonder how he was feeling. She hoped that he was doing alright, the last thing she ever wanted was to hurt him at all."
6658,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=325,2014-12-15T16:51:00,Tomia,"The group ran over to the village to see what was happening and the view was shocking. A huge dragon was assaulting the village. It had large jagged spikes all across its body and was breathing fire at the villagers. ""Come on! We have to help them!"" Fiona shouted out to the group as she ran toward the dragon. Kaden was too far away to hear, he was too angry to care about distant noises anyway.<br/><br/>Dragon:<a class=""postlink"" href=""https://monsterlegacy.wordpress.com/2013/03/07/guest-stars-the-hungarian-horntail/horntailconcept/"" rel=""nofollow"">https://monsterlegacy.wordpress.com/201 ... ilconcept/</a>"
6659,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=325,2014-12-15T17:13:00,Nuridia,"""Wait, a...dragon?"" ""No way, we have to take on that beast?!"" Rini shouted. ""Well at least we've got two awesome water mages."" Elia said about herself and Ellie and then her heart filled with fear when Fiona charged the dragon alone. ""Fiona!"" ""Wait, I'll help you!"" Elia said, raching after her. Ellie sighed. ""Now I have to go after them."" she said, she was carrying the water jar that she had brought from the cave and the village fountains should be helpful. ""Well we can't just sit here and do nothing."" Rini told Quentin, leaping forward and started fighting the dragon with her earth magic."
6660,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=325,2014-12-15T17:24:00,Raktio,"Kadria, once gathering her two companions rode down the mountainside and found the local lord's castle and surrounding hamlet. As she got close she felt the faint remainders of a shadow portal, working her way through town she came upon an inn. Finding the end of the shadow portal she followed it to it's ending point, and once discovering the ending point made on herself,and went through it.<br/><br/><hr/>Lars, after receiving the letter from the inn keeper he showed showed it to Riodly,who took his time reading it thoroughly. While Riodly was reading the letter he felt something dark stirring, and turning he saw the woman who had been out cold in the cave sitting on a horse creating something out of darkness. A moment later she guided her horse into the shadow portal, and vanished, but the sticky darkness remained fouling the air.<span style=""font-style: italic"">I wonder if I can make a portal out of light, I've seen a couple out of darkness, It should work just fine for light as well.</span>As the morning sun shown over the mountain he felt greatly energized by the warm light radiating from it, than he began his first attempt at making a light portal. He focused on finding Kaden, than began to mimic the process she had seen before but using light instead of darkness. Next to him and next to Kaden light came piercing out of empty space, pure white light, it than spread out until a man sized mass of light was formed. The light, was bright enough to hurt the eyes of most, and for dark mages blind them for a few seconds even with just a glance. A moment after the feeling of triumph ended Lars grabbed Riodly and pulled him through the light into forest next to Kaden."
6661,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=325,2014-12-15T17:28:00,Tomia,"Fiona heard Elia's shout and was glad she would be helping. She enjoyed fighting by her side. Still she had to focus on the task at hand. Quentin nodded at Ring and followed her into battle, using his magic against the beast. This dragon was no ordinary monster however. His hide was extremely thick and deflected the attacks. He was physically incredibly strong and flapped it's wings creating a massive wind. This caught Fiona off guard and she was slammed hard into the wall of a house. The dragon continued to blast extremely hot flames and then flew off, heading toward the forest where Kaden was."
6662,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=325,2014-12-15T18:40:00,Nuridia,"Elia rushed over to Fiona when she had been slammed by the dragon's wind. Rini looked shocked as her attacks were delfected by the monster's hide. ""You're kidding?!"" ""How is that even possible?!"" she cried out. She tried to think on the stories she had been told about dragons, where the weaknesses were when Ellie snapped her out of her thoughts. ""The belly, aim for its underbelly!"" ""That's usually the one main vulnerability of the dragon, that or its eye!"" Ellie called out. ""Good job Ellie, good thinking!"" Rini said, rushing toward the dragon to look for a soft spot."
6663,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=325,2014-12-15T18:54:00,Tomia,"Fiona managed to pull herself to her feet, though her back and ribs were sore. ""I'm fine, don't worry."" She told Elia when she was her running towards her.<br/>The dragon continued to fly away toward the forest. It was clear that it was searching for something. Suddenly it dropped down quickly into the forest quickly. Kaden heard the noise and finally started to pull himself out of his misery to see what was going on. Suddenly the dragon pulled up next to him and slashed at him with its claws. Kaden barely managed to dodge in time. ""Where did you come from?"" He shouted at the beast as he tried to move towards cover."
6664,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=325,2014-12-15T20:07:00,Nuridia,"""I'm glad."" Elia said to Fiona, and then went to go after the others who were running after the dragon. Ellie, when she could see it shot a blast of water at it and Rini aimed some earth at its head, hoping to disorient it at least."
6665,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=325,2014-12-15T20:12:00,Tomia,"The dragon felt the rocks hit it's head and it gave a terrible roar in anger. Kaden saw the others come towards him as they followed the dragon. Even though he was still mad at them, he was relieved to see them even if he wasn't happy about it. ""Guys! What's this dragon doing here?"" He shouted at them. When Kaden was distracted the dragon waved it's mace like tail and up rooted a tree, bringing it down towards him."
6666,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=325,2014-12-15T21:44:00,Nuridia,"'It was attacking the village, and now it's here for some reason!"" Rini shouted, moving away from one of the fallen chunks of debris that the dragon had knocked their way and trying to find some weak point in him. ""I think his only weakness is on its underbelly...wait!"" ""Kaden, I think this is your quest!"" ""Elia had her visions with the kraken, and now you with this dragon."" Ellie said somewhat sadly but still she fought on. She then realized that a tree was heading right for Kaden and rushed toward him. ""Ellie!"" Elia called but Ellie wouldn't listen. ""Kaden, look out!"" Ellie cried and pushed Kaden with all her might out of the way of the incoming tree."
6667,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=350,2014-12-15T21:54:00,Tomia,"Kaden was shocked at Elliea's words. This dragon was his quest? He had to fight this thing? He then saw the tree begin to collapse on him and he didn't have time to react. He was sure he was about to die when suddenly he felt something hit him and he fell out of the way. He landed on the ground and looked up and saw Ellie on top of him. ""Ellie... You saved my life."" He said in shock, forgetting his anger for a moment. Suddenly the dragon swooped down and grabbed Ellie with its large claws. ""Ellie no!"" Kaden shouted, reaching out for her hand but the dragon began to fly off with Ellie in its clutches."
6668,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=350,2014-12-15T22:23:00,Nuridia,"""Ellie, no!"" Elia shrieked, attacking the dragon as it flew off with her sister. ""Not again!"" Ellie whined, trying to fight off the monster and Elia ran after the dragon. ""Come back here, give me back my sister!"" ""Come back!"" Elia was crying now, tears flooding down her cheeks and she collapsed to the ground. She looked around frantically and turned to Kaden. ""Why'd you have to run off into the woods?!"" ""Why couldn't you have run off into the city, Ellie went to go see you and now...I may never see her again!"" she shouted at him angrily. Elia was upset and desperate. ""Hey, Elia."" Rini said trying to calm her. ""Stay out of it, Rini!"" ""You didn't even want to go on this journey in the first place!"" Elia snapped. ""Well<span style=""font-style: italic"">somebody's</span>angry at the wrong person, I didn't take your sister!"" Rini bit back, blue eyes glaring at Elia."
6669,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=350,2014-12-15T22:51:00,Raktio,"Riodly, once reorienting himself got the concept of the situation, they were in a forest, and there was a dragon attacking them. As the dragon swooped down to pick up Ellie he took his chance at getting pinned down, crouching down he leapt up and using the wind he managed to land on the dragon's back and get a secure holding. The real tricky part came next, while holding onto it for dear life, he worked the winds into gale force turbulence in order to force the dragon down to the ground."
6670,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=350,2014-12-15T22:56:00,Tomia,"Kaden was shocked when the dragon flew off with Elia. She had just saved his life, and now hers was in danger. He was surprised at Elia's words, and his mind filled with anger. ""Hey, I didn't do this! I care about Ellie too. I didn't want this at all!"" He shouted at her. Fiona saw how hurt Elia was and kneeled down next to her, wrapping her arms around the girl to comfort her. ""Elia, I'm so sorry. We'll get Ellie back though. I promise."" Fiona told the princess. Quentin took Rini's hand as she started to get angry. ""Hey, she didn't mean that. She's just upset. Don't be too hard on her."" He said softly. Suddenly Kaden got a searing headache and fell to his knees in pain. He saw a large volcano nearby, and Ellie being held in a large cavern within it. Darmis came over to the group at that moment. ""I was talking to a few locals. Apparently this dragon has been attacking for some time. Garax doesn't do anything about it unless it approaches the city."" ""There's a dormant volcano nearby. I saw a vision, that's where Ellie is. We have to go there.""<br/>The dragon felt Riodly on its back and used it's brute force to push back the wind, flying even faster toward the volcano. He rolled over quickly to shake Riodly off and continued on toward the volcano. The dragon made its way inside and landed in a large cavern where he dropped Ellie down. The cavern was filled with old bones and rocks and things. As well as a number of colorful dragon eggs."
6671,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=350,2014-12-16T10:58:00,Nuridia,"Elia leaned into Fiona's embrace, crying softly. Rini was silent when Quentin put a hand on his shoulder and nothing more, and then when Kaden got a headache they knew that he was having yet another vision. Elia brightened a bit when he said he knew where Ellie was. ""Let's go."" Elia said, preparing to get ready. In the cavern, Ellie was rudely dropped down by the dragon. 'Rude much!"" ""I know I'm not the first princess to be kidnapped by a dragon, but the rules have certainly changed!"" She then noticed the giant clutch of dragon eggs sparkling like jewels in the dim light. ""Wait, this ferocious thing is a mother?"" Ellie asked herself in wonder, admiring the eggs in the clutch but not daring to move closer."
6672,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=350,2014-12-16T11:06:00,Tomia,"Fiona felt Elia lean into her appearance and held her closely, rubbing her back to comfort her. ""Shh, it will be alright princess. I promise."" She said, trying to calm the younger girl. Fiona lit up as well at Kaden's words. Elia's right. We need to head there now."" Kaden struggled to his feet, his head still hurting. ""I'm fine by the way."" He said a little spitefully. He was still angry at the group, especially Elia now. But he knew that saving Ellie was the most important thing. Darmis led the group out of the town, ""Come on, the volcano isn't far from here. We should be able to get there soon.""<br/>The eggs in the cavern shook occasionally, they seemed near to hatch."
6673,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=350,2014-12-16T11:12:00,Raktio,"Clutching onto the dragon's back he held on for most the way until it was getting low to the surface at the mountain where he purposefully fell off, and watched to find out where its cave was. Once he saw it disappear into the mountain side he mentally mapped the hole place and began scouting around for food and whatever else he might encounter.<br/><br/>""Fire dragon, I guess the situation could be worse, they're not particularly known for eating humans. They're genuinely fairly intelligent, they prefer live stock and similar four legged animals, and highly territorial. I just happened top have looked up on dragons after finding out that there was at one point a dragon living in the Barony, it was a sky dragon so it didn't stay long and mostly left everybody alone,"" Lars told the little bit of what he knew about dragons, a increasingly rarer species these days"
6674,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=350,2014-12-16T11:38:00,Nuridia,"""Kaden, look."" ""I know you're upset, it's a painful thing you just found out about but..."" Rini said as she was going over to check on Kaden when he spat at the group, that was it. 'We've all had these visions, of course you'll be fine."" ""Here, I bought a potion for pain at the market."" Rini huffed, getting quite sick of Kaden's spiteful attitude. She wanted to swear at him but didn't want to be an insensitive bitch today. She knew that he had every right to be angry, but he was taking it out on everybody and it was getting very annoying. She tossed the vial to Kaden, hoping he would catch it and not waste it because he was angry. ""Well all I can say is I hope we get Ellie back soon."" Rini said and Elia said nothing as the group walked out."
6675,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=350,2014-12-16T11:58:00,Tomia,"Kaden was surprised by Rini's words and softened a little. He caught the vial she tossed to him and drank from it slowly. His pain started to subside. ""Thanks,"" he told Rini a little sheepishly as they walked toward the volcano, his anger subsiding a little. He was silent for most of the walk. He thought about Ellie, he felt so guilty about her being kidnapped. He like Elia was right, it was his fault. Quentin spoke softly to Rini as they walked. ""You should go easy on Kaden. I can't imagine what he's going through. Between his family and Ellie being kidnapped. He just needs time is all."" He said calmly to the princess."
6676,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=350,2014-12-16T12:02:00,Nuridia,"""No problem."" Rini said to Kaden as he caught the vial. As they walked, Rini sighed heavily when Quentin spoke to her. ""You're right."" ""It's just I'm not used to having to deal with other people's anger, I've never really had to comfort anybody."" ""Also I'm not used to being spoken to that way."" she told Quentin. Elia was starting to feel a bit bad for what she had said to Kaden, she was just upset was all. In the cavern, Ellie saw the eggs start to shake and slowly crawled over to them. They looked like they were going to hatch soon, she wondered what they would look like. She was particularly drawn to a beautiful blue one that rippled with green."
6677,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=350,2014-12-16T12:23:00,Tomia,"Quentin nodded his head sympathetically, ""I understand. But we have to stick together now. We're all that we have out here. We're like a family."" Quentin told Rini sincerely. The group had walked for a short while and a large dormant volcano could be seen in the near distance. They approached the base of it. ""Come on, let's move. But be careful, this dragon could be anywhere."" Darmis told the group as the began to walk up the path of the large mountain. Kaden felt a flash of pain, and was being given directions in his head, guiding the group to where they needed to go.<br/>After a little while, the blue dragon that Ellie was looking at began to shake even more, and even started to crack. A very small dragon began to poke it's head out. It made a small sound that almost sounded like a yawn. It had sapphire like scales and crystal green eyes, looking up at Ellie curiously. It wasn't even fully out of the egg yet."
6678,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=350,2014-12-16T13:45:00,Nuridia,"Rini's eyes widened at Quentin's words. They were a family? They hadn't known each other very long, but Rin had to admit hat she did feel close to most of these people. Ellie watched in amazement as the little dragon egg cracked and suppressed a small scream when its head poked out. Ellie lookd at it, it was the most beautiful thing she had ever seen. Baby blue sapphire scales and green eyes, but it still hadn't hatched fully yet. She couldn't wait to see the rest of it."
6679,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=350,2014-12-16T13:52:00,Tomia,"The dragon rolled around in its egg, trying to break through. Eventually the rest of the egg began to break and the dragon finally start to pull it's self out fully. It made its way to the ground, but still had broken pieces of shell stuck in its scales. It looked up at Elle curiously, wondering what she was.<br/>the group was making their way toward the cavern when they heard another load roar like before. ""We'll almost there. That's the same sound as before."" Darmis told the group. Kaden started to panic a little. How was he suppose to face this dragon. It seemed terrifying. He didn't think he was up to it. He wasn't a warrior or anything. He was just a farm boy pretending to be a solider."
6680,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=350,2014-12-16T15:04:00,Nuridia,"Ellie looked at the dragon and then gently picked it up, picking the pieces of eggshell out of its scales. She had never held a baby dragon before or seen one until today. It was warm, like a tiny scaly heartbeat. She looked into its eyes with her aqua ones, smiling at the thing a little. As the group scaled the mountain, Elia looked up at the sky. She hoped that Ellie was alright, if she wasn't then she'd never forgive herself or Kaden. She knew it wasn't Kaden's fault directly but couldn't help but feel he was somehow the cataclyst. She said nothing the whole walk."
6681,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=350,2014-12-16T15:33:00,Tomia,"The little dragon looked cautious and a little nervous when Ellie approached, but her gentle touch soothed it. The dragon snuggled into her arms as she picked the shells from it's scales. They heard a roar above them, sounding like an adult dragon, but it didn't seem close. The dragon looked into Ellie's eyes, and nuzzle against her neck.<br/>Fiona saw Elia was still very upset and wasn't speaking. She didn't want to push her, so she just took her hand to let her know she was there for her. As they approached the cavern, they saw a large dragon fly over them, but it wasn't the one they had seen before. This one was slightly smaller with pitch black scales and large spikes along its backs. It didn't see to see the group and continued flying towards another area of the volcano."
6682,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=350,2014-12-16T17:15:00,Nuridia,"Ellie was surprised when the little dragon nuzzled against her and she nuzzled it back. She felt quite connected to her new companion. Elia felt Fiona take her hand and squeezed it firmly back as they walked. Rini looked up and saw a black dragon flying over them. ""So, this is the home of the dragons."" ""In Marseille, they live in very far away places."" ""Very few have ever seen them, and even fewer have managed to tame one."" Rini said, tying back her loose hair with a ribbon to keep it out of her eyes."
6683,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=350,2014-12-16T17:30:00,Tomia,"As Ellie and the dragon sat together, the black dragon flew into the cavern, shortly followed by the larger brown dragon that had attacked the village. They greeted each other by nuzzling each others necks like a couple would. They didn't seem to be paying attention to Ellie much. Suddenly the black dragon boles up right and gave out a roar before flying out of the cavern again.<br/>""I have to fight two dragons?"" Kaden exclaimed in shock. How could he fight two dragons? ""You'll be fine Kaden. We'll be there for you."" Fiona said to him, wrapping an arm around Elia. They were approaching the large cavern where Kaden had seen Ellie, but suddenly the black dragon came into view again. He roared at the them and breathed black fire towards them. ""Move!"" Quentin shouted, doing his best to shield Rini. Fiona pulled Elia to the ground and looked up to see the dragon circling back, ""Come on, we need to fight!"" She called, getting to her feet and taking out her sword. Kaden looked shocked and terrified."
6684,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=350,2014-12-16T18:11:00,Nuridia,"""Wait a minute, they look like they're mates."" ""They probably even have a couple of babies."" Elia finally spoke as she looked up at the two dragons that greeted one another. Elia drew water from a nearby source and shot it toward the dragon's fire to put it out. Rini saw Quentin trying to shield her. ""Quentin, like you said we're in this together."" ""We shield each other."" Rini started to attack the dragon with earth, she didn't want to kill them now that she heard that they were parents, but they had to be stopped. Ellie stayed perfectly quiet but it was obvious that she was scared when the dragons came. She softened a bit when they greeted one another however, they looked like a devoted family. Elia saw that Kaden was scared and terrified and her anger at him evaporated a bit. ""Come on, we have to fight now!"" ""Ellie needs you Kaden, the world needs you!"" ""She won't forgive you if you let yourself get burnt into a cinder."" Elia shouted at Kaden as she fought."
6685,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=350,2014-12-16T18:33:00,Tomia,"Quentin was a little surprised at Rini's words but also impressed. She had seemed to grow so much in just a few short days. ""You're right."" He told her as he charged at the dragon with her. He fired dark magic at it, trying incapacitate it's wings.<br/>Kaden was surprised at Elia's words. She was right, he needed to help Ellie. He couldn't afford to be scared right now. He nodded to her and drew his sword, charging toward the dragon who had landed to attack them. He blasted fire at it and attacked with others, slashing at its face with his sword as well. He fought as bravely as he could thinking about Ellie the whole time. He had to save her."
6686,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=350,2014-12-16T18:58:00,Nuridia,"""I wish that we had Grandpapa with us right now!"" ""He was from a tribe of beast tamers, they have an affinity for beasts and it's said that they can calm any creature."" ""But since we don't have the time to send for a necromancer, I'm going to try to stop its fire breath!"" Rini said as she fought. She would've hated to kil the dragon, so she pulled a length of chain that she had purchased from her belt and raced behind the dragon, hopefully she could climb to its head and tie its mouth off."
6687,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=350,2014-12-16T19:08:00,Tomia,"Quentin saw Rini run toward the dragon and followed her to make sure she stayed safe. The Dragon reared it's head back and roared as Rini approached with the chain, slashing at her to try to stop her. Quentin came forward though and made a wall of dark energy to protect Rini from the attack. Kaden advanced on the dragon and shot large blasts of fire at the black dragon."
6688,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=350,2014-12-16T20:08:00,Nuridia,"Rini was grateful that Quentin had her back, she had to use all the time he had alotted her and so she jumped onto the back of the dragon when she had the opportunity and raced over to the back of its head, slinging the chain around its snout and trying to tie it on as best as she could. She had been told it was a magic chain, hopefully it stopped dragon fire. Ellie saw her chance now that the dragons were distracted, she should try to get out of the cavern now. Holding the little dragon to her chest, she scanned for a safe drop point. ""Wait, you're a girl dragon."" 'I can tell by the horn shape, I learned it in science class."" Ellie whispered to the little dragon."
6689,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=350,2014-12-16T20:45:00,Tomia,"The dragon roared as Rini placed the chains around his mouth. He tried breathing fire, but he couldn't because of the chains. He thrashed around and tried to smash them all. The larger dragon came flying over, roaring angrily and blasting fire at the group. Kaden knew he had to keep attention away from them. ""Hey wanna fight fire with fire?"" He shouted, hitting it square in the face with a fire ball. The dragon roared and turned to Kaden, glaring and ready to fight."
6690,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=350,2014-12-17T00:10:00,Raktio,"Lars looked up at the second dragon, and raising his hand a beam of light came into focus from his hand, not typically harmful, but it had plenty enough capability to blind it for a short amount of time.<br/><br/>Soon after hunting down a young deer, mostly he didn't want to try dragging a whole adult one, Riodly headed for the cave and after a while of searching he found it. Knowing the dragon was gonefor the time being he cacarefully made his way in, and shortly after he found Ellie. Clearing his throat, which proved to be quite echoy, he told her, ""well in all likelyness the dragon won't eat you, and potentially might attempt to eat me. Right now the best option is likely to wait for the parents and offer them the nice tasty deer on my shoulders, at least what's left of it after I've cooked up some of it for us."" He swung the body over his had from where it had been on his shoulder, and with meaty thud it smacked into the floor. Pulling out some flit and stone he began to spark some tinder."
6691,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=350,2014-12-17T08:22:00,Tomia,"The larger dragon was suddenly blinded by a flash of light and roared in annoyance. Kaden saw this as an opportunity and charged forward, blasting it with fire like a madman. The dragon eventually recovered, and met Kaden's fire head on with its own. Kaden was almost overwhelmed. He was exhausted, but he thought about Ellie and forced himself to continue, letting out a battle cry as he pushed forward toward the dragon. Soon the dragon was overwhelmed by the flames, and Kaden saw his opportunity and slashed at the monster's unprotected neck. The beast howled as blood splattered from its neck. It struggled a bit before succumbing to its injuries and falling dead."
6692,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=375,2014-12-17T08:48:00,Nuridia,"Ellie was surprised when Riodly just waltzed in the cave and had a deer with him but she was happy to see a friendly face. ""Alright, I was going to escape with this little beauty over here but I guess your plan works too."" she said, clutching the dragon in her arms and wondering where the two bigger ones were. Everyone was helping fight the dragons with Kaden and Rini hopped off when she got the chain secured around the black one's mouth, sore and scraped up but proud of herself. However, she heard a shriek and looked over as Kaden felled the larger dragon, she looked on and couldn't help but feel sad for the black one as its mate was gone."
6693,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=375,2014-12-17T08:59:00,Tomia,"Despite not being able to use fire, the black dragon failed violently and slashed at the group with his claws. He howled furiously when the other dragon was killed. Quentin knew he would be a threat to all of them so he made his way toward the dragon and stabbed it in its unprotected underbelly. It howled in pain and soon fell silent on the mountain floor. Kaden was about to run to find Ellie, but suddenly the larger dragon began to disintegrate and turn into a small red orb. Kaden knew this must be his key. He was suddenly engulfed in flames, but somehow he wasn't hurt, he suddenly felt as if fire was running through his entire body. He could see incredible things inside the orb. He saw the inside of a volcano, and two massive dragons battling each other. Finally the fire surrounding him released him and he fell to the floor. ""Come on, let's go get Ellie."" Even though an incredible thing had just happened to him, Ellie was the first thing on his mind."
6694,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=375,2014-12-17T13:35:00,Nuridia,"When Quentin slew the black dragon and heard its cry, Rini couldn't really bear it. This is the first time that she saw something killed, and the face that it had a mate and possible children made it hurt even more. She took a deep breath and forced herself to keep going, they were nearly at the cavern. Ellie was in the cavern, she looked outside and saw nothing before turning to the tiny dragon curled up on her lap. ""I wonder where your parents have gone, little one?"" she mused, leanign against the wall."
6695,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=375,2014-12-17T13:54:00,Tomia,"Quentin saw Rini's upset and took her hand once he put his blade away. ""I'm sorry you had to see that."" He told her softly as they made their way into the cavern. Kaden ran into the cavern and saw Ellie holding a dragon. ""Ellie! I'm so glad you're alright!"" He said to her, relief on his face. ""I was so worried about you. You're not hurt right?"" He asked with concern. He then saw the dragon in her arms, ""Ellie, what are you doing with that?"" He asked her. It didn't look dangerous though. He was then shocked to see the clutch of eggs near by. Kaden had a terrible feeling when he realized he had just killed two parents."
6696,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=375,2014-12-17T14:25:00,Nuridia,"Rini felt Quentin take her hand and she nodded at his words but her head was elsewhere and his hand felt heavy in hers as they approached the cavern. Ellie looked up at Kaden when he came in and she brightened. ""Kaden!"" ""Boy am I glad to see you guys!"" Ellie said, standing up. She then heard him ask about the little dragon she held. ""It was one of these eggs, it hatched and then when I helped it with its shell it bonded to me."" ""It seems that dragons are like birds, the first things they see are their mother."" Ellie said. ""Ellie!"" Elia called out. ""Hey sis!"" Ellie said back, hugging her when Elia nearly tackled her in a hug. She put the little dragon down for safety however. ""I was worried."" Elia said. ""Did you give Kaden a hard time, I know you Elia."" Ellie said seriously. ""Well, actually."" 'About that."" Elia said sheepishly. ""Sis?"" Ellie raised an eyebrow, putting her hands on her hips. ""Sorry Kaden."" Elia said embarrassed. She was sincere, she did feel bad about blaming him. When Rini came up and saw the clutch of eggs she realized that the two dragons were parents and turned away, tears welling in her eyes. ""There are eggs here."" ""What will we do, they won't last without their parents."" Rini said, her voice thick with sadness."
6697,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=375,2014-12-17T14:51:00,Tomia,"Kaden smiled at Ellie's words and was surprised when Elia apologized to him. He could tell she was sincere and nodded, ""Its alright Elia. You were just upset. I'm sorry about how I treated you guys too."" Kaden heard Rini's words and felt terrible. He felt as bad as Garax. Quentin put his arm around Rini. He could tell how upset she was. ""Rini, it'll be alright. I promise."" Darmis answered her question. ""They won't survive without their parents, best we give them a quick death."" Darmis said. He took out his knife and approached Ellie. ""Give it here princess, best to get it over with quickly."" He said reaching for the dragon. ""No!"" Kaden shouted out firmly, standing between them. ""We killed their parents, we have to accept that. But we don't have to kill them too."" Darmis shook his head. ""They're dragons, even if they survive they'll be the enemy. Best to get rid of them."" ""No, I won't let that happen. If I am crown prince, then I have a responsibility to protect them. You won't hurt them."" He said firmly. Darmis sighed, ""Fine, but this is a mistake."" Kaden turned to the others. ""You can each take one if you want, and Ellie can keep her dragon. They seem to have a connection."" Kaden said in a commanding tone. He seemed like more of leader now."
6698,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=375,2014-12-17T15:59:00,Nuridia,"Rini threw her arms around Quentin and leaned into his embrace, not caring at the moment how she looked. When Ellie heard Darmis' words and he started for her dragon with a knife, Ellie held the dragon to her and was going to back away when Kaden stood between them. She couldn't help but be impressed by his commanding tone and presence. Rini looked over at Kaden while still with Quentin. ""You're beginning to talk like a king."" the dark haired girl said, wiping the tears from her eyes with the back of her hand. Ellie was saddened that the little dragons had no parents, but couldn't help but be happy that she would get to keep the little she-dragon she had. ""I think I'll call you Zaphira."" Ellie told the tiny blue dragon in her arms. Elia looked at the clutch of eggs. 'Wait, you mean we can take a dragon?"" ""I've never heard of it before, raising a dragon."" ""But we owe it to them, we took away their parents."" Elia said, kneeling by the nest."
6699,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=375,2014-12-17T17:04:00,Tomia,"Quentin was surprised when Rini wrapped her arms around him, but he answered warmly and wrapped his arms around her and held her tightly, rubbing her back to calm her. Kaden blushed slightly at Rini's words but tried to keep his composure. He turned to Elia. ""Even if it hasn't been done before we owe it to them. We can't leave them to die, I won't."" He said before heading over to the dragon eggs to chose his own. They all looked like they would hatch soon. He saw a bright red egg that had orange strips. He picked it up and held it in his arms. It was warm, and felt alive. He then went back and stood next to Ellie. After a few moments he kissed her cheek and smiled, ""I'm really glad you're okay."" He told her. He would have hugged if it wasn't for the egg in his arms and the dragon in hers.<br/>Quentin continued to comfort Rini, ""I know it's terrible what happened. But we didn't have a choice. I'm not proud of what I did, but if it meant protecting you it was worth it."" He told her sincerely."
6700,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=375,2014-12-17T18:42:00,Nuridia,"Ellie immediately turned red when Kaden kissed her cheek and it slowly spread through her face. ""Well, thanks."" Ellie stammered, still holding Zaphira in her arms. Rini looke up at Quentin when he spoke, blinking at his words. ""You did it to...protect me?"" she asked. She suddenly felt like it was her fault the dragons were dead, but also felt a new respect and gratefulness for Quentin. Elia looked over the eggs and when she touched one it felt like it pulsed. She picked it up, it was blue with ripples and swirls of purple and white and it felt cold, like she was holding ice in her hand. Rini slowly walked over to the nest, looking back at Quentin and looked at the eggs. One was nearly crystalline, grayish white and sparkled like it was made of diamond. One resembled an amethyst and they looked like they were carved from jewels. However, Rini felt herself drawn to one particular, much plainer egg. It was a bronzed brown and gray color just like the brown dragon they fought but it was green tinged as well and it seemed to swirl with brown and green, reminiscent of animals running through a pine forest and the smell of soil and rock. It didn't sparkle but it did shine like polished metal in the sun. She picked it up, needing both hands with how large they were. ""Ooh, this one is heavy."" ""It's like...like it's made of stone."" ""And it smells like earth."" Rini said. The egg was quite heavy but alive, more like a rock than an egg."
6701,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=375,2014-12-17T19:06:00,Tomia,"Kaden blushed a little as well after kissing Ellie on the cheek. ""You're welcome. I'm just glad you're safe."" Trying to hide his blush as he held his egg. Quentin nodded, ""Of course, I wasn't going to let you get hurt."" He followed Rini as she she went toward the eggs. He made sure that Rini could carry here before reaching down and seeing a black egg with light silver stripes. It made him sad that it reminded him of the dragon he had killed. He picked it up in his arms. It was moving quick a bit, and seemed like it would hatch soon. He felt like he had an obligation to take this one. He turned to Rini, ""That egg is interesting Rini. Its different than the rest."" He said curiously. Fiona came forward with Elia and picked up a silver egg. ""Wow, it's beautiful."" She said softly."
6702,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=375,2014-12-17T20:13:00,Nuridia,"""Yes, it certainly is."" ""Almost as stunning as its owner."" Elia smiled at Fiona. They had managed to get their feelings acoss mostly, and Fiona had kissed her cheek but they had never really kissed. It was a shy thing on both of their part. Rini saw Quentin holding a black egg and saw that he was thinking about its parent and Rini cradled her egg in one arm, putting her free hand on Quentin's shoulder. ""Don't worry, I'm sure that if we care for the children well, the parents will be able to rest in peace in the afterlife."" Rini said softly and then looked down at her egg when Quentin said it was different. ""It is isn't it, it's like holding the earth in one's hands."" ""But I wonder what we'll do with the rest of the eggs?"" Rini mused."
6703,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=375,2014-12-17T20:25:00,Tomia,"Fiona blushed brightly at Elia's words, but smiled. She leaned up and kissed Elia's cheek again. ""Thanks, that means a lot coming from you."" Fiona smiled at Elia. Quentin felt Rini's hand on his shoulder and nodded at her words. He was thankful for her comfort. He then heard her question and thought about it. ""Well, I'm not sure. We can't take all of them. Maybe we could get the Temple of Light to take of them until they're older. They care for all creatures after all."" Quentin said to Rini. Suddenly Kaden, egg began to crack and move around more. ""Huh?"" Kaden said, a little startled. The egg began to break more and a small red dragon popped it's head out. It had bright orange eyes, it's forehead was streaked with orange as well."
6704,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=375,2014-12-17T21:17:00,Nuridia,"Elia smiled when Fiona kissed her cheek and cradled her egg. Rini knelt next to Quentin and heard his idea. ""That's perfect, at least we know that they'll be well cared for."" Suddenly, Kaden's egg started to hatch and a tiny red draggon with an orange streaked head emerged. ""What a gorgeous little thing, what will you call it?"" ""Is it a girl or a boy?"" Ellie asked Kaden while Rini held her egg. It started to wobble a little in her arms but didn't crack."
6705,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=375,2014-12-17T21:40:00,Tomia,"Fiona returned Elia's smile and took her hand as they stood with their eggs. Kaden smiled at Ellie's comment and watched as his baby dragon began to break further out of its egg. Once it was out completely it hopped into Kaden's arms and looked up at him curiously. ""Well, it seems like a girl. I'm not sure what to call her. Maybe Phoebe?"" He asked Ellie.<br/>Quentin nodded to Rimini and saw her egg began to wobble. ""Wow, maybe it's going to hatch soon."" He said to her as he watched it curiously."
6706,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=375,2014-12-17T22:35:00,Nuridia,"""Phoebe means shining, it's a pretty name for her."" Ellie said, scratching Zaphira behind the ears. Rini smiled at Quentin's words. ""I suppose it is, I bet whatever it is that it's going to be absolutely beautiful."" Rini said. Suddenly, her egg shook more and more until it eventually cracked. Rini could barely keep a grip on it. It crakced even wider until the head emerged from it, the dragon was the beautiful bronzey-brown color of red earth or a new penny and gradually as it got down to the bottpm it gradually faded beautifully to a lighter brown and eventually gray on the tail. It had a shimmering green tint that was barely there and bright green eyes like new leaves, also the embranes of its wings were also green and its horns looked like they were carved of rock crystal. The dragon was fully emerged from its egg, it was quite harge already,bot huge but a head bigger than the other dragons and Rini needed to cradle it with both arms. ""Well aren't you a big weighty thing."" ""This guy is huge, or girl."" ""Whatever it is, it reminds me of the essence of earth itself."" ""Hey, our dragons match our elements I think."" Rini said, looking around while the baby dragon nipped at her necklace affectionately."
6707,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=375,2014-12-17T22:48:00,Tomia,"Kaden smiled, ""Well, Phoebe it is then."" As Kaden was talking to Ellie the baby dragon had crawled on him curiously and made it to the top of his head sitting calmly. Kaden couldn't help but laugh, ""Haha, I guess she's an explorer."" Quentin watched as Rini's egg cracked. He was shocked at how big her dragon was, but it was majestic looking. ""Wow Rini, it looks like something special. What will you call it?"" He ask her. Suddenly his egg began to crack as well, and a small black dragon appeared, it had silver eyes and silver streaks down its tail. Quentin smiled, ""Hey there, I was wondering when you'd come."" Quentin smiled at the dragon. Fiona's egg soon began to crack as well and a shiny silver dragon came out, looking around curiously. It had blue eyes and Fiona admired it. ""It's amazing."" She said in awe."
6708,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=375,2014-12-17T23:16:00,Nuridia,"""It looks like it'll be a mammoth when it gets older."" Rini said as her dragon waved its tail gently. She smiled when Quentin's hatched. ""Now if that isn't one of the prettiest things I've ever seen."" Rini then looked at the dragon, she didn't know how to tell gender. ""He, anybody know if this is a boy or a girl dragon?"" she asked. Ellie was laughing at Phoebe and Kaden before she walked over to Rini and studied her dragon. ""It's a male."" ""I can tell by the way he's built."" Ellie said and Rini thanked her. 'I know, he's absolutely massive."" ""Well, what to call you?"" ""Something majestic and cool and related to the earth."" ""How about Apaztli?"" ""It's an ancient language word that means earthen pot, I love it."" ""Because you remind me of a terracotta pot, big and sturdy and very heavy."" Rini said, the dragon nuzzled her affectionately and crawled around her back to rest on her back, he was quite weighty. Elia stood there admiring Fiona's dragon. ""How beautiful."" ""I wonder what you'll call it?"" Elia asked when all of a sudden her own dragon hatched. It was ice blue with a purplish tint, an indigo underbelly and wings and streaks of white, indigo and silver seemed to ripple on it. It had dark blue eyes and snowy white horns and spines going down its back. It was like holding a melting snowball, half cold and half warm. ""So, what are you?"" ""Khione or Kryos, because Khione means snow and Kryos means cold, but we'll have to wait to see if you're a girl or boy."" Elia affectionately told the little dragon."
6709,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=375,2014-12-18T08:18:00,Tomia,"Kaden picked Phoebe off his head and held her in his arms, watching Rini's dragon. He got a little sad as it reminded him of the one he had killed. Quentin smiled at the dragon's actions. ""Well he seems to be a playful little guy. I'm not sure what I'll call mine, maybe Shadow? It seems like a nice name."" Fiona smiled at Elia's words and the perfect name came to her mind. ""I think I'll call him Ajax. I really like that name."" She then saw Elia's egg crack and gasped. ""Wow Elia, it's stunning. I can't believe we have dragons now. I wonder how your parents will react?"" She asked with a smile. She cringed a little though when she remembered that she and Kaden wouldn't have parents to show their dragons to."
6710,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=375,2014-12-18T11:02:00,Nuridia,"""I think that Shadow's a perfect name for her."" ""I think your dragon's a girl Quentin, it seems too lovely to be a boy."" Rini said, setting Apaztli down a minute to rest her back and let him run around a little. Also she put an arm around Quentin's shoulders when she saw that he got sad. Elia then looked over her dragon anf found out what it was. ""It's a girl, and I'll call her Khione."" She smiled at Fiona's words and then frowned when she cringed. ""Fiona?"" ""What's wrong, are you okay?"" she asked."
6711,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=375,2014-12-18T11:58:00,Raktio,"Lars found a milky pearl white egg which felt quite warm, almost radiant, it was much smaller than the others, but he didn't mind that.<br/><br/>Riodly himself found a rather large, sky blue egg with golden speckles which clustered twards the top of the egg, which was almost completely golden. It hatched about the same time as the others, it looked much like the egg shell with blue scales, golden claws, eyes, and horns. Being born quite hungry it went for the first thing that wasn't food, chomping down on Roidly's hand, earning itself a good thwack. despite bleeding hand Riodly managed to get it to eating the deer carcase apposed to his hand, while it feasted he commented ""glad I brought that with me.""<br/><br/>In an uninhabited and desolated region of Adrea something work from it's slumber, the one called Nhardrun. the cause for it's desurbance was feeling the presence of light, not sun light, that didn't exist where it lived, but magical light. I was used to the light of the untouchable places (temples), but this light wasn't of the untouchable places this light was spilling fourth from a person, a new light mage. It knew that the light mage was experienced, so it wasn't new born, therefore the most likely the main reason would be that it grew up in a shrouded region."
6712,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=375,2014-12-18T12:13:00,Tomia,"Quentin smiled at Rini's words. ""Well I guess you're right. She is beautiful."" He said as he pet the dragon who nipped at his fingers affectionately. Quentin felt Rini put her hand on his shoulder and he was grateful. He placed his hand gently on hers in thanks. Fiona heard Elia's words and sighed, ""Well its just, thinking about family bums me out. I don't really have any."" Fiona admitted to Elia, Ajax had dropped to the ground and began to explore. He saw Apaztli and looked at him curiously."
6713,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=375,2014-12-18T14:36:00,Nuridia,"Apatzli looked at Ajax for a while and then screeched at him, headbutting him playfullly and running around to and from where Rini was. ""Rambunctious little tyke."" Rini laughed at her dragon. Meanwhile Elia frowned when Fiona looked so sad and hugged her. ""You have a family now."" ""The knights are your family, we're your family now."" ""And I'm your family."" Elia said softly."
6714,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=375,2014-12-18T14:55:00,Tomia,"Ajax looked a little confused when Apatzli screeched at him but then head-butted him back playfully, running around with him. Quentin couldn't help but smile. ""Well it looks like they're making friends."" Fiona was surprised when Elia hugged her and was then shocked by her words. ""You're my family?"" Fiona asked softly, her gratefulness clear in her voice. ""Thank you"", she said, hugging Elia back tightly. Darmis finally spoke up, ""Well, we should start heading back to the town. We can rest there for a little while. No reason to stay in this volcano any longer than we have to."""
6715,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=375,2014-12-18T16:03:00,Nuridia,"""I'm only telling the truth."" Elia smiled at Fiona. Ellie couldn't help but smile at the sight, propped up on the wall across from them. Rini laughed at Quentin's words and then nodded. ""It seems they are."" ""They're almost like brothers in a sense, I hope they get along well."" Rini said watching the baby dragons play together. At Darmis' words, Rini stuck two fingers in her mouth and whistled shrilly, Apatzli felt that he was being called and ran up to her, she took her dragon in her arms and hoisted her bag up. ""Good, I'm exhausted."" ""I'm going to buy a bottle of wine and some pastries and we can have ourselves a ""we survived the apocalypse"" party."" Rini said, finally letting her tiredness show. Now that she had clean clothes she could take a proper bath. ""Anyway, what do baby dragons eat?"" ""I mean we have to feed these things right?"" Rini laughed a little. Ellie knelt by the nest and started collecting the remaining eggs with her dragon perched on her back. They could take them to the temple of light when they went back."
6716,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=375,2014-12-18T16:22:00,Raktio,"(Edited above post)<br/>Kadria continued to follow the the path left by the others, whether evident by magic or by the fact that it was trampled flat she made her way up the mountain and to the cave's entrance. Leading Dusk inside she let Shadow stay outside at the entrance, she lead the horse inside. Dusk's shoed hooves kinked against the rocky cave floor as the horse walked in, and she came up to the group, still quite a distance since the cave was large. ""Your party is quite frankly one of the easiest groups of people I've tracked down yet, and before anybody jumps to conclusions, for one I'm alone aside from Dusk and Shadow, and I don't mean anybody harm aside from the Knights, but I'll set aside killing people for now if you're willing to do the same."""
6717,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=400,2014-12-18T16:34:00,Tomia,"Fiona smiled at Elia's words. ""Well, I'm glad about that. I wouldn't have it any other way."" Quentin smiled at Rini. ""I'm sure they will."" He told her. Kaden was surprised at Rini's words. ""Is wine alcohol? My parents never let me have any of that."" He said to her as he pet Phoebe. Quentin meanwhile saw what Ellie was doing and created a dark portal for her. ""Here we can send them to the temple this way. We'll be able to send them to the temple this way."" Quentin told her. Darmis was about to leave them out of the cavern when Kadria suddenly approached. Darmis drew his sword and turned toward her. Kaden stepped in front of him though to stop him. ""Wait, let's hear her out."" He turned to Kadria. ""What are doing here?"" He asked her, actually curious as for the answer."
6718,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=400,2014-12-18T16:53:00,Nuridia,"Rini's jaw nearly dropped at Kaden's words and she looked like she had seen a goblin-human hybrid with five heads in a jester's outfit breathing fire and riding on a snake's back. ""Wait, you can't be serious."" Rini said to Kaden, not believing what she heard.<span style=""font-style: italic"">How does this kid not know what wine is?! Well he obviously knows nothing of the world. Everybody knows what wine is, Kaden also didn't know what that other thing was. Did his parents teach him nothing, I mean not even royals are so sheltered!</span>Finally after she pulled herself back to reality she spoke. ""Yes Kaden, wine is alcohol."" Rini said, still shocked. Ellie looke at Quentin open the dark portal and nodded to him in thanks, going through it with the eggs in her arms. Meanwhile Elia smiled at Fiona and then turned to see Kadria standing before them. ""Wiat, it's that crazed mage who tried to kill us!"" the redhead balked out. Rini nearly asked the same question Kaden Quentin did, looking at Kadria in surprise. ""Wait, what's your problem with the knights anyway and how'd you get here?"" 'And that outfit though, all that black makes me feel like I'm looking at the god of death."" ""Dear, you need some colors ASAP."" ""Black is slimming I get it, but it's a bit much."" ""Dark doesn't have to be cheerless, it's actually quite elegant when you do it right."" Rini didn't know why those last things were coming out of her mouth, it was like she was speaking instead of thinking. ""Well, normal Rini's back."" Elia laughed at Rini's comments."
6719,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=400,2014-12-18T17:03:00,Tomia,"Kaden had blushed at Rini's words before Kadria came into the cavern. His ignorance made him feel like a child. His parents hadn't let him go into town much because they were afraid he would be discovered. Quentin was skeptical of Kadria, but wouldn't attack unless she she did. He was surprised by Rini's words. That wasn't what he expected her to say. He wondered why that was important, but knew that Rini grew up in a culture much different than his, so he didn't judge her."
6720,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=400,2014-12-18T20:33:00,Raktio,"""I'm curious as to why the Knights have dark mages amongst there ranks, fifteen years ago just being a dark mage, even if you didn't use your magic, warranted death to the Knights. Also I didn't try killing anybody except for the Knights, actually I wasn't completely in for killing the female one. Typically they're big brawly men, and I was curious enough to not feel like killing her right away since female Knights are very uncommon. Finally you didn't kill me when I was completely out of conscious, so I guess I sort of own my life to you,"" she finished slowly and much softer, she had a hard time trying to get the uncomfortable words out of her mouth. A moment later she added strongly, ""which in the Knights case just simply means I won't kill them right now, or without them facing me in combat."""
6721,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=400,2014-12-18T20:54:00,Tomia,"Kaden nodded to Kadria, a little surprised by her words. ""Very well, if you promise not to start conflict while you're here. You can stay with us for a little while. We were just about to head back to the town if you want to come with us."" Kaden offered, maybe he could make her a friend if he showed her some kindness. Though Darmis didn't seem happy about the offer he said nothing. ""Fine, let's get going."" He said as he started to lead them down the mountain."
6722,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=400,2014-12-18T20:58:00,Nuridia,"After Kadria was talking with the others, Rini finally realized what she had said. 'Gods damn it!"" ""I thought I was doing so well, I guess some of my old habits from Marseille just refuse to die."" ""This is what I get for hanging out with gossipy vain nobles' daughters to keep up with appearances."" ""As a princess they were the only ones I was allowed to play with, all they care about is clothes and fashion and appearance."" ""It's a Marseille thing, I thought that it would've gone away by now."" Rini sighed to herself, disappointed because she thought she was making progress with her personality. Apatzli noticed and nuzzled her under her chin trying to get her to smile."
6723,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=400,2014-12-18T21:05:00,Tomia,"As they walked away from the volcano Quentin was surprised by Rini's words and frowned when he saw she was upset. He put an arm around her and held her close to comfort her. ""Hey, don't be so hard on yourself. It's not your fault how you were raised, and it's not a big deal. I like you for who you are, you shouldn't change for anyone."" He told her sincerely."
6724,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=400,2014-12-19T06:18:00,Nuridia,"Rini turned bright red when Quentin drew her close to him. She wished that she had her hair loose in that moment to hide her blush, she often wore it that way anyway to hide her widow's peak as she thought it was ugly as a child and also it was seen as an omen of widowhood so that scared away some potential husbands when her father trying to make a match for her. Apparently foreign princes could be very superstitious. ""Thanks Quentin a...wait."" ""Did you just say you like me?"" Rini asked, looking up at him. She knew that he probably meant as a person or as a friend, it was far too soon to even be thinking that way anyway and Rini mentally chided herself. 'So, where do we go from here?"" Ellie asked, coming out of the portal after returning from the temple of light. She then saw Kadria. ""What in the world is sh...?!"" the younger redhead asked in complete shock."
6725,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=400,2014-12-19T09:03:00,Tomia,"Quentin saw Rini blush, but she didn't pull away so he continued to hold her close. He had to admit, he enjoyed her being close to him. She was warm, and had a comforting presence. Quentin was surprised at Rini's question, and actually blushed himself. He wasn't sure how to respond, he didn't want to make things awkward between them and he doubted she felt the same way. So he decided to answer as safe as possible, even if that wasn't the truth. ""Of course I do. We're friends aren't we?"" He said with a smile as they walked together. Kaden saw Ellie join them as they left the mountain and saw her surprise. ""It's okay, she's not here to hurt us. We're heading back to the town to get some rest."" Kaden told the princess."
6726,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=400,2014-12-19T11:32:00,Nuridia,"Rini heard Quentin's answer and couldn't help but feel a bit disappointed in her heart. However, she saw him blush too and figured he was just hiding how he really felt. ""Well, that's good."" ""I'm glad you're my friend."" she said as cheerfully as she could manage. Meanwhile, Ellie heard Kaden's words and was shocked. ""Really?"" ""I'm surprised that Darmis let that fly, he would've killed her on the spot I would think."" the younger redhead said, Khione sleeping peacefully on top of her head. Apaztli clung to Rini's back and shoulders like some sort of sloth or a knapsack. It seemed to be the most comfortable positions for them both and Rini didn't mind sharing with the little dragon."
6727,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=400,2014-12-19T12:32:00,Tomia,"Quentin could have sworn he heard disappointment in her voice. He figured he was imagining things though and didn't think too much of it. Kaden couldn't help but smile when he saw Khione on Ellie's head. ""I told him to let her come with us. I figured we could try to make her a friend, you know?"" He said as Phoebe laid in his arms. They finally made it off the volcano and arrived back in Calix. ""Come on, I have a friend here who owes me a favor."" Darmis said as they approached a large manor like house."
6728,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=400,2014-12-19T12:45:00,Nuridia,"""Well if you say so, but I don't think that it'll work out much."" Ellie told Kaden as they made it out of the volcano and back into town. Rini was surprised when they arrived at a manor house. ""This reminds me of the Duke of Alencon's manor, my father's younger brother."" ""It has hints of architecture from back home."" she said."
6729,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=400,2014-12-19T13:25:00,Tomia,"Kaden frowned a little at Ellie's words. For some reason her opinion meant a lot to him and he didn't like that she didn't agree with his decision. Still, he didn't say anything about it as they approached the house. Darmis led them up the porch of the house and to the front door. Darmis knocked roughly on the door and soon the door opened slowly. ""Damn it, stop knocking I'm coming already."" A man approached who was elegantly dressed and appeared to be in his early fifties. He had brownish grey hair and green eyes. He was slightly overweight, but had a kind look to him. ""What do you want at this hour..."" He was shocked when he saw Darmis. ""Darmis? What are you doing here. I haven't seen you in years."" Darmis nodded, ""I know Aram, but I need a favor. We need to stay here the night. You're the only one in the area who could house us all."" Aram was about to protest but then saw Kaden, ""Is that the prince?"" He asked. Darmis merely nodded. Kaden felt uncomfortable when people recognized him. He wasn't used to it yet. ""Very well, come in, come in."" Aram said, ushering them all inside. The house was large and ornate, with fine China and fancy furniture. ""Alright, you can stay here for the night. Rooms are upstairs. I have a few bath houses too if you need them."" He told them as they walked inside."
6730,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=400,2014-12-19T17:03:00,Nuridia,"""Well this guy is certainly minted."" Rini said, using a slang word that meant very rich. The familiar surroundings were actually comforting to her and she was so happy at the mention of a bathhouse. Finally, she could take a proper bath. But she was grateful for the life experience that sleping in a cave taught her, although she wasn't happy for the cold cave. She thanked the host and headed to where the bath house was."
6731,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=400,2014-12-19T17:47:00,Tomia,"Quentin smiled when Rini, ran off to the bath chamber. He wasn't surprised by that at all. ""I think I'm going to take a bath too."" Kaden said, heading off to a different bath chamber. ""I'll have my servants make you all some food. You must be starving."" Aram said to the group. ""You can get settled on your rooms while you wait."" Fiona turned a little shyly to Elia, ""Hey Elia? You wanna share a room again?"" She asked trying to act as cool as possible."
6732,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=400,2014-12-19T20:37:00,Nuridia,"Rini stepped into the steaming water of the bath and sighed in contentment. It was wonderful to actually live like a princess again, if only for one night. Apatzli leaned in on the edge of the pool and wagged his tail before doing a sort of cannonball into the water, splashing it where Rini was. 'Hey, not cool!"" she squealed, but couldn't help but laugh at the young dragon swimming around in the bathwater. ""Well for an earth dragon you sure do like the water."" ""Now I'll have to dry your wings so that they'll grow straight."" Rini said, flicking water at the dragon playfully. Meanwhile Ellie and Elia perked up at the thought of food, they were absolutely starving. After they thanked the host, Elia turned to Fiona and blushed a little. ""Sure, who not?"" she said, trying to be calm as Ellie went up to her room with her dragon."
6733,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=400,2014-12-19T21:09:00,Tomia,"Fiona smiled, relieved at Elia's answer. ""Great, I'm glad. I'm going to go find a us a room."" She said, waving a little to Elia as she headed upstairs and found a room with two beds, putting her stuff on one of them. She then headed back downstairs to the rest of the group. Aram joined them a short while later. ""I have had a meal prepared. It's ready in the dinning room when you want it."" He told them. There was an elegant spread of meats, breads, cheeses, and even fine wine. Darmis smiled, ""Aram always knew how to host guests.""<br/>Kaden had made a bath for himself and had gotten in. As he was bathing, Phoebe jumped in with him. Kaden smiled, ""Well, you're adventurous aren't you?"" He smiled at her, holding her in his arms. When Kaden was done bathing he dressed in nice robes that Aram had given him. They were soft and felt nice, but it was definitely a new experience for him. He made his way downstairs and smelled food. ""Wow, that smells great."" He said, walking towards the dinning room."
6734,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=400,2014-12-19T21:45:00,Nuridia,"""He sure does."" ""Thanks Mr. Aram, I'm starved."" Ellie said looking at the food. Meanwhile Rini got out of the bathtub and she really wanted to wear the new gown that she had bought as it was a perfect time and she probably would never get the chance again, but it tied in the back and that she'd need help getting it on and off when they had to go to bed soon. She wore the robe provided by Aram and looked at the gown and was relieved. The laces were detachable and could be buttoned up the front enabling one to dress themselves. After she dressed herself in the white gown, it was rather simple for Rini as it was trimmed with black velvet and no other ornament, she put on the black bonnet with white ribbons that matched it and went downstairs. Now that she had a time and occasion to do her hair and makeup, everybody could see how nice she could really look. ""Hey, I can take this gown on and off by myself."" ""I know we're going to bed but I couldn't resist, I haven't worn fashionale clothes in forever."" Rini said as she greeted everyone and came downstairs. As she thanked her host, she looked at the spread that had been provided for them. ""It smells wonderful, never thought I'd miss meat and alcohol so much."" ""I'm starting to regret wearng a white gown."" Rini joked a little as Apatzli was snuggled in her arms and gav a happy little chirp at the smell of the meat."
6735,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=400,2014-12-19T22:03:00,Tomia,"Aram smiled at Ellie, ""You're welcome. I always treat guests well, especially royalty.""<br/>Phoebe followed behind Kaden after he had dried her off. Kaden sat down with the others at the table and Phoebe sat in his lap, she was excited about the food as well and made a little squeak. Fiona sat down next to Elia. Quentin was surprised when he saw Rini all dressed up. She looked beautiful, but he couldn't help but think that she look better in the chain mail when she was fighting. She looked so strong then. ""Wow Rini, you look amazing. I still think you looked great in the chain mail though."" Quentin told her honestly. The group started eating, all of them seemed very enthusiastic. Fiona filled up her glass with wine. ""I've never had wine before."" She said as she took a sip of it. ""Wow, it's actually pretty nice."""
6736,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=400,2014-12-20T11:45:00,Nuridia,"Rini smiled brightly when Quentin complimented her beauty, but her lip twitched a little in surprise when he said that she looked better in the chainmail. She wasn't disappointed but she was surprised. ""Wait, you thought I looked better all dirty and in armor?"" ""That's the first time I've heard something like that, but thank you."" Rini said, blushing a little and turning to her dinner, pouring herself a glass of wine. ""Fine wine, never thought I'd miss it so much after this journey."" ""I'm going to need about five of these."" Rini said, drinking a large sip from her glass as she ate, the burning taste was quite comforting. Meanwhile Ellie was surprised when Fiona said that she never had wine before and couldn't help but laugh a little at her reaction."
6737,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=400,2014-12-20T12:30:00,Tomia,"Quentin wasn't surprised at Rini's words. He doubted her royal family would have cared to see her in chain-mail armor. ""Well, you looked like a warrior then. I thought you looked great then."" He told her sincerely. Shadow had crawled up to his lap as he began to eat. He fed her some pieces of steak and she snuggled against him in thanks. Fiona blushed a little in embarrassment when she heard Ellie laugh at her comment. She drank a little more of her wine it burned a little but she actually liked the taste. As Kaden was eating, Phoebe suddenly grabbed a small chicken roast off of the table and dragged it to the floor and started tearing into it. Ajax soon joined her and they soon started playfully wrestling over the chicken. Kaden couldn't help but laugh at the sight. He wished he could have grown up with brothers and sisters, but that opportunity was taken from him long ago."
6738,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=400,2014-12-20T20:38:00,Nuridia,"Elia came back down and saw Fiona drinking her wine and she seeme to be relishing it although she looked a little concerned with how much she was drinking. Rini heard Quentin's words and looked up at him, her dark blue eyes big and her cheeks pink and flushed, both from blushing and from the wine she was drinking. She was on her third glass already and had fed Apatzli some of the meat and cheese from the table. ""You thought so?"" ""Well, thank you."" ""It means a lot coming fom you."" she said, she was sincere but she wa obviously a bit drunk. She turned back staring straight ahead and just laughed for no reason."
6739,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=400,2014-12-20T20:48:00,Tomia,"Fiona saw Elia looking at her with concern as she drank some of the wine. Darmis had already excused himself and went to bed already. Fiona frowned a little at Elia's look. ""Hey, it's alright. I'm fine."" Fiona told the princess, slurring her words a bit. She was definitely drunk, but she still seemed calm and rational, though less inhibited by her shyness. Kaden was surprised when Rini suddenly started laughing. She reminded him of the men he would see at the tavern when his parents let him into town. Quentin looked a little concerned, ""Hey Rini, you're alright, right? I'm glad you're having fun, I just want to make sure you're okay."" He said sincerely. Kaden decided to taste the wine and poured himself a small glass. He cringed at the taste, ""Yuck, this stuffs gross."" Kaden said, with a sour look on his face."
6740,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=400,2014-12-20T21:01:00,Nuridia,"""Alright, if you're sure."" Elia told Fiona, noting the way that her words were slurring and noticing that she was the calmest drunk person that she had ever seen. Rini however seemed to get silly when she was drunk and Ellie noticed Kaden looked at her. ""Hey, at least she's way less uptight now."" ""We usually have our wine watered down back home if you're under seventeen."" Ellie said. ""Hey, who're you callin' uptight though?"" 'I swear to drunk I ain't the gods!"" Rini turned to Ellie, her words obviously slurring. Apatzli was on the floor peacefully eating but he noticed that something was different about Rini who then turned to Quentin at his question. She had already finished her third glass of wine and now was pouring herself a fourth. ""Hey Quentin, calm down why don't ya?"" Rini half smiled, pushing Quentin's arm playfully. ""I'm perfectly fine, don't I look it?"" ""I mean I'm the most graceful drunk I know."" ""I've been drunk at parties, it's a no brainer."" Rini slurred and then heard Kaden;s comment about the wine started laughing and then fell out of her seat. ""Ouch!"" ""That hurt!"" she whined. Ellie laughed hysterically. 'I like drunk Rini better, she's way more fun."" the younger redhead cracked. 'Hey, hey you."" ""Who're you calling drunk?!"" ""I'm not drunk, how dare you!"" Rini whined as she slowly got up. 'But you fell."" Elia said, trying not to laugh as well. Rini glared daggers at her. 'Yes, but I fell gracefully mind you."" Rini said, dusting off her skirts and rising as regally as she could but she did sway a bit. ""I'm not drunk I only had fo..five glasses."" ""Four..fi..v..fuck it."" Rini said, trying to count on her fingers but couldn't remember the number order. She turned to her dragon. ""You don't think I'm drunk right Apatzli?"" she asked to which Apatzli screeched and flapped his wings in responce."
6741,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=400,2014-12-20T21:16:00,Tomia,"Fiona smiled to Elia, taking her hand and holding it in hers. ""Thanks Elia, you're the greatest."" She told the princess sincerely. Kaden was surprised but couldn't help but laugh when Rini fell out of her chair. He thought she was acting ridiculously but it was fun. Fiona was laughing hysterically as well. She had about two and a half glasses at this point was definitely drunk. Even Quentin couldn't help but laugh at Rini's behavior, but he was concerned when she fell. He couldn't help but smile and even laugh a little but he went over to make sure she was okay he helped her to her feet and held her close to his chest when she started to sway so she wouldn't fall. ""Don't worry Rini, I know you're not drunk, and you're very graceful."" He told the drunk princess as he helped her back into her chair."
6742,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=425,2014-12-20T22:00:00,Nuridia,"'Thanks Quentin."" ""Hey, did anybody ever tell you that you look good in that armor?"" 'You're pretty close though but it's okay, I like you up close."" Rini grinned as she leaned against him and then looked out of the window. ""Hey, it looks like it's cold outside."" She wrapped a hand around his arm and gasped. ""You'recold too!"" ""Like an ice block, you must be freezing!"" Her drunken smile then turned sly, although still drunk. ""Well that's something we can easily fix."" ""If you need anybody to keep you warm I'll be across the hall."" Rini was drunk so she didn't know what she was saying. She would be embarrassed as hell when she got sober. Ellie stood up laughing and took Rini's arm. ""Come on Drunk Daisy, let's go to bed."" Ellie said dragging her upstairs. 'I told you before, I'm not drunk!"" Rini protested, although she did turn and wink at Quentin as she walkd up the stairs with little Apaztli bounding up behind them."
6743,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=425,2014-12-20T22:30:00,Tomia,"Quentin blushed brightly at Rini's actions. He hadn't expected this out of her. He had to admit, be secretly enjoyed the attention she was giving him. Still, she was clearly drunk and not thinking straight. There was no way Quentin would lead her on or take advantage of her. He didn't want to be rude either. ""Well, that's very nice of you Rini, but I wouldn't want to bother you."" He told the drunk princess kindly. He was a little relieved when Ellie basically dragged Rini up the stairs. ""Goodnight Rini, I'll see you in the morning."" He called to her. He sat back down and tried to look casual as possible, though he was clearly embarrassed. Fiona giggled furiously, ""Rini likes Quentin"". She said drunkenly and teasingly. She had started to sway a little as well. ""Shut up Fiona"", Quentin said, a little irritated."
6744,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=425,2014-12-21T23:13:00,Nuridia,"Rini pouted at being dragged upstairs and she was locked by Ellie in their shared room. ""Hey let me out!"" ""This isn;t fair, let met out right now!"" ""I want to get out of here, let me out!"" 'You're dead Ellie, I'm going to kill you!"" Rini screamed and banged onthe door, it was like she was a caged animal who hadn't been fed."
6745,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=425,2014-12-21T23:16:00,Tomia,"Quentin seemed concerned when he heard Rini yelling, he hoped she was alright and nothing had happened. He went up to Ellie to ask about it. ""Is everything okay with Rini? She seems really upsey?"" He asked with concern. Fiona started laughing drunkenly. ""Rini is mad."" She said with a smile, resting her head on the table."
6746,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=425,2014-12-21T23:41:00,Nuridia,"""Come on, you're too drunk."" Elia told Fiona, helping her up to their room. Ellie then answered Quentin. ""Oh she's okay, she's just upset that I locked her in the room until she sobers up."" Ellie said calmly while Rini kept screamin and banging on the door until she started crying. She cried and kept knocking until it died down and she started whimpering softly and then vomited into a trash bin."
6747,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=425,2014-12-22T04:03:00,Tomia,"Fiona didn't resist Elia as she got her up and started to take her to their room. In fact she wrapped her arms around her as they walked. ""Where are we going?"" Fiona asked, giggling a little. Ajax was curious and followed after them.<br/>Quentin looked horrified at Ellie's words as Rini continued to scream. ""Well that doesn't seem like the right thing to do. She's drunk, and I don't want her to hurt herself or anything, but she still has feelings. I'm going to check on her."" He said, heading upstairs and knocking on Rini's door softly. ""Rini? Are you okay?"" He called through the door."
6748,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=425,2014-12-22T12:09:00,Nuridia,"Rini alternated between screaming, sobbing and throwing up and then she heard Quentin's knock on the door. ""No I'm not okay!"" ""You all locked me in this room all by myself, of course I'm not fucking okay!"" ""Fuck y'all, fuck Ellie and fuck every motherfuckin' body who locked me up in his damned room!"" ""Fuck this day, fuck it!"" Rini cried. Ellie still had the room key on her though. Elia blushed a bit when Fiona leaned on her and asked where they were going. ""You are going to sleep, you need it."" Elia told her as she helped the drunk girl to her room."
6749,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=425,2014-12-22T12:22:00,Tomia,"Quentin was shocked at Rini's words, her attitude changed very quickly. He felt bad for her, ""Don't worry Rini, I didn't do this. I'll unlock the door."" He told her. He realized it was locked from the outside and he couldn't open it without the key. He went downstairs to find Ellie. ""Hey Ellie, let me unlock the door. She's really upset, and I just want to calm her down. I'll get her to calm down and go to sleep, I promise."" Quentin said to Ellie when he got downstairs.<br/>Fiona heard Elia's words and gave a smile, ""Well, will you be coming to bed with me?"" She asked flirtatiously as they made it to the room. It was definitely out of character for Fiona. She would never be that bold when sober, at least not around Elia."
6750,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=425,2014-12-22T19:09:00,Nuridia,"Elia blushed brightly at Fiona's newfound flirtiness. Although Fiona was very cute, she was also drunk and with Elia that was a no go. ""No, you're going to bed by yourself tonight I'm afraid."" Elia said firmly as she took Fiona inside their room. Ellie gave Quentin the key to the room. ""She's fine, she just needed to calm down for a few minutes."" ""That's how too much alcohol is handled back home."" Ellie said. Rini was curled up on the floor inside her room, cursing her life."
6751,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=425,2014-12-22T19:18:00,Tomia,"Fiona looked a little surprised and hurt at Elia's firmness. The drunk girl hadn't excepted that reaction. ""But I don't want you to leave. I want you to stay."" Fiona said a little sheepishly as she sat down on her bed. She was still in her armor but she had had too much wine to notice the difference.<br/>Quentin nodded in thanks to Ellie and headed back upstairs with the key. He unlocked Rini's door and stepped inside. He was surprised to find her curled up in a ball. ""Rini, are you alright?"" He asked with concern. ""It's okay now, the door's unlocked."" He told her."
6752,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=425,2014-12-22T19:53:00,Nuridia,"""Quentin, I just."" Rini said, hugging Quentin in a vice grip and crying. ""I hate my life right now, but at least we have each other."" ""You're my best friend."" she said, still kind of drunk but clinging to him and she was obviously wasted a little still. Elia couldn't help but feel a pang in her chest when Fiona begged her to stay. She honestly didn't want to be away from Fiona either. ""Look, I'll be in this bed right next to yours okay?"" Elia said, gesturing to the empty bed across from Fiona."
6753,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=425,2014-12-22T20:02:00,Tomia,"Quentin was shocked at the strength of Rini's hug but hugged her back to comfort her. ""Hey, it's alright. You don't need to hate your life. You're kind, smart, and strong. You have friends here that care about you, I care about you."" He told her sincerely. He was surprised when Rini said he was her best friend. He wondered if she really meant it, or if it was just from her being drunk. ""You're my best friend too."" He told her sincerely as they hugged.<br/>Fiona was soothed a little by Elia's words. Still, she felt a little hurt. ""Alright, thanks Elia. You're the best."" She said sincerely. The alcohol was starting to wear off a bit. Fiona started to try to get her armor off, but was having a lot of trouble since she was still a little drunk and very tired."
6754,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=425,2014-12-23T01:22:00,Nuridia,"Elia saw that Fiona needed help getting out of her armor and was happy that some of the drunkenness was wearing off but was a bit nervous at helping her undress. However, she couldn't just ;et her struggle and so she walked over. 'Do you need some help?"" Elia asked the struggling girl. Rini smiled at Quentin and then had to pull away and puke. ""I care about you too."" ""Too bad we can't stay like this forever."" ""I wouldn't care about being queen or a street beggar as long as you were there."" Rini said, the alcohol wearing off in her voice. She meant it deep down, btus he was still getting over the wine and her head started aching terribly."
6755,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=425,2014-12-23T01:27:00,Tomia,"Fiona blushed a little at Elia's question. She was starting to feel a little self-conscious again but she knew she needed help. ""Well, if you wouldn't mind."" She said to Elia, stopping her struggling for a moment.<br/>Meanwhile Quentin pulled away so that Rini could vomit and then he was shocked by her words. He very much wanted them to be true, and hoped it wasn't just the alcohol. ""You really mean that Rini? I really appreciate that. It means a lot to me."" He told her sincerely with gratitude in his voice as they hugged again. He saw that Rini seemed in pain and he helped her stand up. ""Come on, some rest will make up u feel better. Do you want me to get Ellie to help you get dressed for bed?"" Quentin asked Rini as they stood together."
6756,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=425,2014-12-23T10:12:00,Nuridia,"Elia helped Fiona take off her armor, steeling her nerves. Meanwhile Rini was grateful when Quentin held her. ""Thank you so much Quentin."" ""It's cool, I can take this gown off myself."" ""I bought it for that purpose."" she said, the alcohol wearing off and sitting on her bed."
6757,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=425,2014-12-23T10:18:00,Tomia,"Fiona started taking off her armor with Elia's help. She was a little embarrassed, but was grateful that Elia was there for her. She slipped off the breast plate and then took off her pants before quickly slipping into a nightgown that Aram had provided them. ""Thanks for your help Elia."" Fiona said, blushing a little as she started to get into bed.<br/>Quentin smiled at Rini, ""You're welcome, I'm happy to take care of you."" He told her sincerely. He nodded at her words about the gown, ""Well, I suppose I should let you rest then. I'll see you in the morning princess, I hope you sleep well."" He kissed her cheek before turning around to leave the room."
6758,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=425,2014-12-23T12:59:00,Nuridia,"Rini blushed when Quentin kissed her cheek and then unbuttoned her gown and put on her nightgown when she was alone. After that, she crawled into bed and couldn't help but think about Quentin and the tingling feeling she got when he kissed her for the rest of the night. Elia respectfully looked away when Fiona undressed and turned back. 'You're welcome, it's no biggie."" ""Goodnight."" Elia smiled and crawled back into bed to sleep."
6759,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=425,2014-12-23T13:28:00,Tomia,"Quentin decided to go to sleep as well and headed to the room he was sharing with Kaden. Most of the dragons found spots to curl up in and Kaden said goodnight to Ellie and went to join Quentin in their room. Fiona fell asleep very quickly as she was tired and still a little drunk. She thought about Elia though as she drifted off and no doubt dreamed about her as well.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Next Morning</span><br/>Kaden had woken up early, he was still upset about his parents, but a little less than yesterday. He also felt less helpless now that he had defeated that dragon. Still, he felt like something was missing, he wanted to know more about his past and his family, and he had a feeling he'd have to do that alone. Quentin woke up shortly after him and headed downstairs for breakfast. He wondered what it would be like seeing Rini again. She had said many things that he wondered whether or not they were from her heart, or were just the alcohol talking. Fiona got up a little later than everyone else, and clearly had a bit of a headache. She remembered some of the things she had said and done the night before and was very embarrassed."
6760,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=425,2014-12-23T15:52:00,Nuridia,"Rini woke up and cleaned up, she smelled like alcohol and vomit and that was not cute. After cleaning her mouth, dressing in the less formal clothing that she bought and putting on some perfume, she decided to head downstairs for breakfast. She remembered some of what she had said to Quentin last night, it was the worst drunken delirium that she had in a long time but she felt that she had meant what she remembered what she said. Except the beginning part that was blurry, she hoped that Quentin wouldn't avoid her like the plague. She was embarrassed from the little she did remember."
6761,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=425,2014-12-23T16:10:00,Tomia,"Fiona got cleaned up and headed down to breakfast with Ajax trailing behind her. Her head was pounding and she was embarrassed. She swore she wouldn't get drunk like that again for a long time. She sat down at the table where Aram's servants had laid out eggs, bacon, sausage, pastries, and other breakfast dishes. She wondered where Elia was, and was anxious to see her and apologize for her behavior.<br/>Quentin was sitting at the table with Shadow, feeding her some bacon when he saw Rini come down. He looked a little nervous at seeing her but was glad she seemed okay. He smiled and waved to her, ""Hey Rini, how are you feeling?"""
6762,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=425,2014-12-23T17:30:00,Nuridia,"Elia wanted to sleep in late, but hunger drove her out of her bed and made her get dressed and head downstairs. She wondered how Fiona was doing, alcohol made her act inherently different last night. Rini was feeding Apatzli when she heard Quentin's voice. ""Oh, hi Quentin."" ""I'm okay, how are you?"" she asked cheerfully."
6763,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=425,2014-12-23T17:49:00,Tomia,"Fiona saw Elia came down and looked at her a little sheepishly. She was afraid she might have scared her away, and she definitely didn't want that to happen. She took Ajax off her lap and headed over to Elia when she came down the stairs. ""Hey Elia"". She said a little sheepishly. She was back to her normal shy self this morning. ""I really want to apologize for last night. I'd never had alcohol before and I didn't know it would make me act that way. I'm sorry if I did anything to make you mad at me. I hope we can... you know still be friends."" She said softly.<br/>Quentin smiled at Rini, ""Well I'm glad about that. You were pretty upset last night. I'm fine Rini, thanks for asking."" He then paused a little. ""Hey Rini, do you remember any of the things you said last night?"" He asked her curiously."
6764,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=425,2014-12-23T19:30:00,Nuridia,"As her dragon tore into his food, Rini looked up at Quentin and actually seemed relieved that he didn't seem too embarrassed. She then heard his question and tried to think back and after a while she spoke. ""I actually do remember now."" She put a hand on his shoulder. Her nails were painted bright blue, an unusual color in those days. ""Don't worry Quentin, I was drunk but I did mean what I said."" she said sincerely and then blushed violently. ""Except that part when I said that I wanted to get you in bed, that I didn't mean."" she blurted out. Elia's dragon Khione was just helping herself from Elia's plate and then Elia looked at Fiona, listening to her. ""It's cool, I knew you were just drunk."" ""You were actually...kind of adorable."" she said sheepishly and blushing before speaking. ""But it's fine, we're still friends."" Elia said truthfully, taking Fiona's hand."
6765,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=425,2014-12-23T20:00:00,Tomia,"Quentin was relieved at Rini's words and was very glad what she said had been sincere. He put his hand on Rini's and looked her in the eyes. ""Well, I'm glad. Because I feel those things too."" He then blushed at her last words, remembering her attempts to seduce him the night before. ""Well, that's alright. It was actually kind of funny."" He told her with a smile to break the awkwardness.<br/>Fiona was very relieved at Elia's words and took her hand as well. She blushed furiously when she said she was adorable. ""Well, I'm glad you think so."" She said sheepishly. She then looked Elia in the eyes, ""I'm glad we're still friends, I don't want to lose you Elia. You're amazing."" She looked into her eyes for a few moments before suddenly getting the nerve to do what she want ed to do for a long time. She leaned in and kissed Elia softly on the lips."
6766,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=425,2014-12-24T13:05:00,Nuridia,"""Was not."" Rini huffed in embarassment, putting her hands on her hips. Meanwhile Elia was listening to Fiona. ""It's very well and good."" She then blushed when Fiona told her thar she was amazing. ""Why, thank you."" Elia said blushing hard and was caught off guard when Fiona kissed her. Ellie's wine nearly spilled over her goblet because she had forgotten to stop pouring when she looked at the scene. Elia regained her wits and softly kissed Fiona back. Khione screeched from her place next to Ajax as if in encouragement or surprise."
6767,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=450,2014-12-24T13:17:00,Tomia,"Quentin couldn't help but laugh at Rini's reaction. ""Oh come on, it wasn't that bad."" ""Even though you were drunk, you were actually kind of seductive."" He admitted, blushing a little.<br/>Fiona was happy when she felt Elia kiss her back. She had been afraid the princess would get mad or upset. After a few moments, but what seemed like forever to Fiona, she finally pulled away, smiling a little shyly at Elia. Ajax looked up at Khione when she screeched. He wasn't sure what was going on, but he screeched with her in unison. Kaden was shocked when he saw Elia and Fiona kiss each other. He wasn't used to seeing people do that, but he actually thought it was sweet. He knew they liked each other after all, it was pretty obvious."
6768,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=450,2014-12-24T15:16:00,Nuridia,"Elia blushed brightly but smiled. She had kissed a girl in public but yet she didn't feel ashamed. Meanwhile Rini turned as red as the ruby in her bracelet when she heard Quentin's reply. ""You really thought so?"" she asked, embarrassed but flattered all at the same exact time."
6769,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=450,2014-12-24T15:43:00,Tomia,"Fiona finally broke the silence so it didn't get awkward, ""I've wanted to do that for a while."" She admitted to Elia. ""That was actually my first kiss, I really enjoyed it.""<br/>Quentin couldn't help but smile at Rini's question, ""Ya, it was. I would never have played along though, it wouldn't have been the right thing to do. We're friends, and I couldn't take advantage of you like that."""
6770,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=450,2014-12-24T16:40:00,Nuridia,"""Well I would think so, you're an honorable man and you've always been good to me."" 'Even when I haven't deserved it, all of you have."" Rini said. She smiled when Quentin said they were friends but couldn't help but feel that she wanted to be more in her heart. Apatzli tugged at the leg of her trousers with his teeth playfully, making Rini look down. ""I've never worn breeches before, even while riding."" ""They take some getting used to."" Rini grumbled. Meanwhile Elia smiled at Fiona's words. 'I'm glad, I enjoyed it to."" ""I was your first?"" ""Well, I'm glad that I could be, that you let me do the honors."" the redhead told the blonde. Fiona was a few years older than her, which was new for Elia."
6771,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=450,2014-12-24T18:24:00,Tomia,"After the questing group had moved on from Calix, the next week had been rather uneventful. The guardians had no visions, and no more guardians presented themselves. So after a week of traveling without a goal, Darmis gave the group some time off, to travel and rest until they were needed, and the gods spoke to them once more.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">One Week after the Group Separated</span><br/>Kaden had gone his separate ways from the group and was traveling alone almost as a nomad. He visited places of his family's past. He traveled in solitude and even camped out in the wilderness a few days. His hair had grown longer and more wild. Despite wanting to travel alone, he did miss his friends, especially Ellie. He thought about her often and wanted to see her again. He had found that he enjoyed nature. He worked out in the environment, ate fruits and hunted, and befriended the animals he met. He felt more at peace and calm, 3rd though he still missed his family. He currently sat at the clearing of a forest, eating an apple while sitting by a stream.<br/>Fiona spent the week working for the Knights. They had encountered a number of Garax's men, who had gotten more aggressive. She engaged in a few skirmishes, but was never really in danger. She missed Elia terribly and couldn't wait to see her again. She wrote her faithfully everyday. Her letters were heart felt and romantic. She would tell Elia about her day, and tell her how much she missed her and couldn't wait to see her again. She wrote her most recent letter and sent it off.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Dear Elia</span><br/>I had another patrol today, don't worry nothing big happen. There have been more enemy raids then ever though. Darmis seems to think Garax suspects our activity. We've had to be more secretive than ever before. It doesn't matter though, I know we'll be victorious in the end. I miss you terribly, your smile, your beautiful red hair, your laugh. I can't wait to see you again. I heard a song recently that I found in the Church's archives, it made me think of you.<br/><br/>Wolfen one,<br/>You are my midday moon and I, your midnight sun--<br/>Wolfen one,<br/>Our journey's at an end but life has just begun--<br/><br/>When first we met, I thought<br/>That what I felt could not be true--<br/>But through the sharing of our hearts<br/>There now is one where there was two--<br/><br/>Left to right,<br/>the meeting of the darkened day and dawning night--<br/>Drum to tune,<br/>the joining of the shining sun and silver moon--<br/><br/>I knew the risk I took<br/>when down beside you I had laid,<br/>And lo, the breath of two new lives<br/>was well worth the price I paid--<br/><br/>Wolfen one,<br/>come dance with me and gaze back at which we have done--<br/>Wolfen one,<br/>we've sown the threads by which the future shall be spun--<br/>Wolfen one,<br/>You are my midday moon and I, your midnight sun--<br/>Wolfen one<br/><br/>Ajax, says hi and tell Ellie I hope she is well. I can't wait to see you again, and hold you in my arms.<br/>Faithfully yours, Fiona"
6772,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=450,2014-12-24T18:51:00,Nuridia,"Rini was in Marseille, her parents had missed her terribly and she had missed them as well as well as her siblings. Her parents realized that they hadn't been enough of a presence in their eldest daughter's life as much as they should've been and so Rini was terribly glad to be home. Not only did she get to wear fashionable gowns again and be herself but she had been spending more time with her family. Rini had invited Quentin on an impulse to come with her back to her country, and she coulcn't wait to introduce him to her family now. She would've done it earlier but she was getting him accustomed to court life as gently as she could but she didn't want him to feel like she had to change and the king was busy with work. Her time in Adrea however had brought out a change. Rini had grown in spirit, she was no longer as concerned about looks or as snobby as she used to be and most were delighted with the change in their Princess, thinking that if she kept going this way that she'd be a good queen after all. Now, dressed in a brown brocade gown with a gold French hood sewn with jewels she headed down to Quentin's quarters to invite him to breakfast with the royal family and the lords that would be there.<br/><br/>In Olantis, Ellie and Elia were back with their parents and brother and they were happy to be back. Ellie missed Kaden greatly and was often writing to him. Elia though obviously missed Fiona very much and thought about her every single day. She wrote her the entire time they were apart, and Elia always looked forward to Fiona's replies. They were romantic, heartfelt and made Elia feel vry loved and reminded her how much the two cared for one another. She would tie Fiona's letters with silk ribbon and put them in a special box in her room when she got them. Her parents and brother were a bit put off by it at first but they knew Elia's preferences and decided that they couldn't change her. As Elia read Fiona's letter she cried tears of joy when she read it and the song so she calmed down, called for some parchment, wrote Fiona a letter and sent it off.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Dearest Fiona,<br/>I've missed you ever since we've separated and it's the memory of you that gets me through each day. Although I am glad to be home again, it hasn't been the same without you and I feel as if there was something missing. I am very happy to know that you are okay and that you're not hurt, and I can't wait for this mission to be over so that we may all be together and in peace. My family sends their greetings, and I wish that you can come to Olantis one day so that you can meet them. Ellie also says hello, she's so busy writing Kaden though that she scarcely has time for anything else. The song that you've sent me has touched my heart, it gives me a great honor to be called your moon because I definitely think of you as my sun. The gold of the sun certainly has nothing on the gold in your hair, or the brightness of your eyes and smile, so much like the sky. I hope that you sing this to me in person if you arrive here, which I hope you will.<br/><br/>Faithfully yours forever,<br/>Elia Thoth.</span>"
6773,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=450,2014-12-24T19:27:00,Tomia,"Quentin was in his quest room of Rini's home getting ready for the day. He put on a set of light brown armor and was put putting on arm braces when he heard a knock at his door. He had been away from Adrea for about a week. He had been surprised and happy when Rini invited him to visit her home with him. The court life was like nothing he had ever seen, but Rini was very kind and patient about it. He was worried about the idea of meeting her family, he was sure he wouldn't fit in. Still, he couldn't help but enjoy the time he was spending with Rini. They had grown very close indeed. He opened the door and smiled when he saw it was Rini, ""Good morning Rini, did you sleep well?"" He asked her.<br/>Kaden had been traveling so much that he didn't get all of Ellie's letters, but he eagerly replied to the ones he did receive. The latest one came with big news. Ellie had invited him to visit her home. He decided it was a good idea, he could use some human company and wanted to see Ellie again. He wrote a reply Tha king her for the offer and saying he'd come as soon as he could and then headed off to the latest Knight hide out to inform Darmis.<br/>Fiona got Elia's latest letter later and must have read it a dozen times. She missed Elia more every time she read it. She was finally pulled away from it when she heard a discussion in Darmis' office. She recognized Kaden's voice and realized he was there. She rushed to greet him and heard their conversation. ""Well, if you insist on going to Olantis, you'll need a guard. I won't have you go alone."" Fiona perked up, ""Take me. Please Kaden, I want to visit Elia."" She said eagerly. Kaden couldn't help but smile, ""Sure thing Fiona, get packed and let's go find us a ship."" After a few hours they were ready to go and found a captain who was friendly to the Knights who allowed them passage on his ship. Fiona decided not to tell Elia she was coming, preferring to keep it a surprise, however Elia would certainly notice that she didn't receive a letter that day."
6774,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=450,2014-12-24T20:06:00,Nuridia,"Elle smiled from ear to ear when she got Kaden;s reply. ""Elia, Kaden's coming!"" ""Kaden's coming to Olantis, he just wrote to me!"" ""Oh, what am I going to wear!?"" ""I have to wear my nicest gown for the occasion, and Mama and Papa and Alaric need to be present and...what's wrong?"" Ellie asked Elia who seemed a little sad but smiled. ""Nothing, I'm happy for you Ellie."" ""It'll be great to see Kaden again it's just...I miss Fiona and I don't know when I'll see her."" Elia sighed. Ellie put a hand on her older sister's shoulder. ""It's okay Lia, Fiona loves you and you love her."" ""You'll see each other again."" Ellie smiled and so Elia tried to make an effort. ""You're right I guess."" the older redhead said.<br/><br/>In Marseille, Rini grinned when Quentin answered the door. Her hair had been curled and put up in an elegant bun and jewels sparkled on her clothing and on her person. ""Alright then, how have you slept?"" I've slept the best that I've had in weeks."" ""I'm home and I feel so much better, I'm with my family again and I'm back into my old routine."" ""I'm so happy that you've decided to come with me."" Rini hugged Quentin and noticed his armor. ""You look great, new armor?"" ""Look Quentin, I know you're a bit nervous and everything but my family is going to love you."" ""I've told them all about you and they can't wait, especially little Louis."" ""Let's go before my siblings eat all the good food!"" Rini said excitedly taking Quentin by the arm and leading him down the grand corridor to the Great Hall for breakfast."
6775,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=450,2014-12-24T20:31:00,Tomia,"Fiona was incredibly excited to see Elia, she could barely stand the ship ride. She spent the whole time reading over Elia's letters and imagining holding her in her arms again. She bathed and got dressed in her nicest set of armor. It was silver with the Lion of Kaden's house emblazoned on it. Kaden had gotten ready too, though he had no fancy clothes with him and didn't have time for a hair cut or anything. He didn't look very royal, though he never really did. He wore the white armor that the Temple had given him. He liked it a lot and was fond of it. It held a lot of memories. The ship ride took hours but they finally arrived later that night, right before the sun was falling. Fiona could hardly wait to see Elia, and Kaden couldn't wait to see Ellie either. Though Fiona was a little nervous about meeting Elia's family. She knew they were skeptical about their relationship and she wanted to make a good first impression. She was nervous about how she would fit into court life as well.<br/><br/>Quentin smiled at Rini, ""I slept very well. Your beds are much more comfortable than the Church's."" He smiled when she hugged him and hugged her back warmly. He noticed she was so comfortable at home, and wasted no time changing back into her most elegant gowns. He smiled when she complimented him. ""Thanks, you look great too. It is new, I bought it just before we left."" He looked visibly nervous when she said he should come to breakfast with her family. Still, he was a little reassured by her words and followed her as she grabbed his arm and hurried him along to the great hall to meet her family."
6776,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=450,2014-12-24T21:10:00,Nuridia,"There were guards posted on the Olantan docks and they saw the ship approach. ""Halt, who goes there!"" ""State your business!"" they demanded. It was a simple precaution, especially since that it was getting late. Meanwhile, Rini blushed when Quentin hugged her and led him untilt hey finally arrived at the Grand Hall. It was an elegant place with a high arched ceiling and a few high glass windows. The table was long and made of polished wood and the walls were hung with house colors and ornate tapestries. The food was served on crystal, china, there were a few silver plates and there were some gold and silver wine goblets. Sitting at the table head was King Louis, he was a regally kind man with raven hair like Rini's and blazing dark eyes. He wore a silver brocaded coat with the sash of the Knights of the Round hung with his war medals. Beside him was his queen, Marie and she wore a very elegant pale yellow gown with a jewelled brooch in the center. Her golden blonde hair was piled up with jewels, feathers and ribbons and she had the same deep blue eyes as Rini although you could see that they had rings of green in them when she turned. There were four children, two boys and two girls all dressed to the nines in brocade and silk and satin and jewels. A little boy stood out, he had blazing red hair in the same style as his father. ""Louis!"" ""Marie, Helena, Henri!"" Rini called and all the children ran to her. She clasped them in her arms and hugged them, they were all asking about her and her guest."
6777,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=450,2014-12-24T21:18:00,Tomia,"Fiona and Kaden both exited the ship with a few guards from the Knights. Fiona spoke up to them, ""Hello, we're not here to cause harm. We're just here to visit some friends of ours. Could you take us to them please. Tell Princess Elia, and Princess Ellie that Kaden is here to see them."" She kept her name out of it so she could keep the surprise going.<br/>Quentin stood nervously before the family and bowed to the king and Queen. ""Your majesties, it's an honor to finally meet you. I am Sir Quentin Alrean. Thank you for having me in your wonderful home."" Quentin was amazed by how elegant everything looked, it was mind boggling. He couldn't help but smile when he saw Rini hug her siblings. She seemed so happy and Quentin really enjoyed her like this."
6778,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=450,2014-12-24T21:53:00,Nuridia,"The guards looked Fiona and Kaden up and down and heard their words and one of them asked, ""How do you know the Princesses Elia?"" ""And the younger one's intimate name?"" he questioned until the other guard turned to the two. ""Come with us, we will escort you to the palace."" The guards left, motioning for Kaden and Fiona to follow them. In Marseille, Louis stood up and strode over to Quentin and amde a gesture for him to rise.. ""Hello Sir Alrean."" ""So you're the young man my daughter's so taken with."" the king smiled, making Rini blush brightly. ""Papa!"" she hissed. ""So, our daughter was stolen from us this whole time and when she left she was so different."" ""You've helped bring about a welcome change in her and for that we are grateful."" ""It's no problem, we love company."" After the king spoke, Queen Marie looked up from her teacup. ""Is this handsome young man your intended darling?"" she asked. Rini was just frozen, she didn't know what to say."
6779,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=450,2014-12-24T22:01:00,Tomia,"""We're friends of theirs, we met on their trip to Adrea."" Fiona told the guards, trying to not give away who they really were for Kaden's protection. They followed the guards toward the palace, both excited and nervous to see their significant other.<br/>Quentin nodded gratefully to the king and rose. ""It was no trouble your majesty. Rini was in danger, and I knew I needed to help her. We became friends after that, she is very kind and strong."" He told the king sincerely. Quentin blushed brightly at the Queen's question. He saw Rini was too stunned to answer. He found himself actually wondering how she would answer the question but pushed that thought from his mind. It wasn't appropriate since he was in the middle of meeting her parents."
6780,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=450,2014-12-24T22:53:00,Nuridia,"Finally they arrived at Olantis castle and the guards let them in. ""The King and Queen will see you, follow us to the presence chamber please?"" the steward of the castle politely greeted Fiona and Kaden. Elia and Ellie wouldn't be told until the rest of the family met with the two strangers. In Marseille, Rini hugged Louis tight to her. They were always the closest out of the group of siblings although she loved them all. ' ""Rini, when those werewolves took you I though I'd never see you again."" ""But now you're back, I've missed you."" the redheaded boy said. ""I've misse dyou too, mon petit roi."" ""Now, let's go and have breakfast."" the family sat downt ogether to their meal, Rini gestured Quentin to sit next to her. ""So, where are you from Quentin?"" ""Are you a real knight?"" little Louis asked Quentin."
6781,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=450,2014-12-24T23:04:00,Tomia,"Kaden and Fiona didn't seem happy that they would be kept from Elia and Ellie, but they didn't want to make enemies so they followed along with the guards to the presentation chamber. They were both nervous about meeting the royals, but tried not to show it.<br/>Quentin smiled when Rini hugged her younger brother, and sat down next to Rini when she instructed him to. His nervousness left him a little when he saw that Rini's family was actually very nice. He heard Louis' questions and answered the little boy. ""Well, I'm from a place called Hadris, it's a large province in Adrea though I lived in the capital of Calixidra much of my life."" He chuckled at his second question. ""Yes, I am a real knight. I am sworn to the Knights of Berian, have you ever heard of them?"" He asked Louis kindly."
6782,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=450,2014-12-24T23:53:00,Nuridia,"""Their eyes match, isn't that good luck in love?"" ""Both of them have eyes like sapphires."" little Marie, ever the dreamy one said about Rini and Quentin. ""No, Rini's are darker."" ""Much darker."" Closer to lapis or iolite I think."" Louis corrected. Rini blushed a little at this and then Louis grinned at Quentin's answer. ""That's amazing!"" ""And no, I've never heard of the Knights of Berian."" ""What are they?"" Louis asked, even more curious about this new stranger. In Olantis, a herald announced the arrival of the king, queen and crown prince. King Nereus came out first, wearing simpler but still elegant attire since it was late. He had eyes as green as grass, and his hair and beard were the same fiery red color of the sunset. He also had tanned skin just like Elia's and he sat down in his throne. Queen Leilani came out next wearing a simple white gown and silver circlet. Her hair was silvery blonde, so light that it was nearly silver and her eyes were pure silver like the moon. She was extremely beautiful, like a star and her very fair skin was luminous and had a bit of a glow about it, usually indiciating some divine origin. Alaric came out in armor, fiery hair curling thick over his head and his silver eyes fierce and curious all at once."
6783,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=450,2014-12-25T06:17:00,Tomia,"Quentin blushed as the Royals compared their eye colors but focused on little Louis for now, smiling at his curiosity. ""Well, the Knights of Berian are an ancient group, dedicated to the service of our god-king Berian. Who once united what is now Adrea. For a long time we were a proud organization and we kept the kingdom sage from bad people who would want to hurt it. Well, I guess we still do that, but now we're more of a rebel group I guess. Your sister's been helping us. She's very brave.""<br/>Fiona and Kaden watched as the Royals appeared before them. King Nereus had thick red hair and reminded her much like Elia. Queen Leilani was incredibly beautiful and had a divine presence, Fiona and Kaden had to do their best not to stare at her in awe. Fiona noticed Alaric was a fierce looking young man, who shared the family's red hair. The two bowed before the royals, and Fiona spoke first, clearly nervous. ""Your majesties, it's an honor to meet you. My name is Fiona Mirela, of the Knights of Berian, and this"" She motioned to Kaden, ""Well this is Kaden."" She wasn't sure it was safe to reveal his identity just yet. ""We are both good friends of Elia and Ellie, we met them on their journey to Adrea."" Kaden spoke up, ""It's nice to meet you all."" Kaden said sincerely."
6784,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=450,2014-12-25T08:19:00,Nuridia,"""That sounds totally awesome!"" ""But how is a god a king, all kings are human are they not?"" the redheaded boy inquired. Rini couldn't help but smile at how well that Quentin and her brother are getting along. King Louis spoke up. ""Rini, you had been kidnapped by savages."" ""They did not harm you did they, were you violated?"" he inquired. ""No Papa."" Rini said. Marie then spoke. ""Well your father was making preparations in case you were."" ""We've been working for months to get the legitimacy law changed, of course there'll be a few more meetings but they'll have to agree with the king eventually."" ""The strict laws concerning legitimacy can be troublesome, not only to the child but also to the women and inheritances."" ""Sometimes people have no legitimate issue and their lands fall to ruin, so we're either going to ban illegitimacy altogether or that if a child's parents are married before the child reaches its first year then it'll be considered legititmate."" ""We just have to convince the haughty lords and the people."" the queen finished.<br/><br/>Meanwhile in Olantis, the king, queen and prince listened to what Fiona had to say. ""We have heard much about you from our children, and you especially Kaden Darlius."" ""It is an honor to meet the last heir of Berian."" the king spoke. Queen Leilani spoke up next. ""So you came all the way here just to see the girls?"" ""That's dedication, they're currently being brought in now."" the queen smiled kindly. Prince Alaric decided to be his playful self. ""So, a beauty like this is wasted on my sister?"" ""How sad, you look like you would've made a worthy Queen of Olantis."" Alaric said to Fiona flirtatiously. He liked to tease people and hit on girls but usually didn't mean harm by it."
6785,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=450,2014-12-25T08:37:00,Tomia,"""Well, Berian was a great hero in our land. He untied the ancient tribes of the continent and forged our kingdom through dedication and sacrifice. We believe, that when he died, he rose to the heavens and became a god. So that he could watch over us forever."" Quentin explained kindly to Louis. He then listened to the idea of the law, ""Well that seems like a good idea. I do not know much about law making, but it doesn't seem fair for a child to be considered illegitimate.""<br/>Kaden and Fiona were surprised when the King new Kaden's name. ""Well, Thank you sir. It's an honor to meet you too."" Kaden told the king, standing up with Fiona. Fiona turned to the Queen. ""Well, your daughters are very good friends of ours. They've been asking us to visit for a while."" She brightened up to hear that the princesses were coming. She couldn't wait to see the look on Elia's face when she saw her. Fiona blushed at Alaric's words. She knew he was flirting with her, and she didn't want to offend him. She wanted to make a good impression and get along with Elia's family. However she knew she couldn't flirt back, Elia would not be happy about that. ""Well, that's very kind of you to say Alaric. It's nice to meet you. You're sister is very nice though, I care about her a lot."" Fiona said kindly."
6786,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=450,2014-12-25T10:54:00,Nuridia,"""It's not fair of course, but that's the way that it's always been."" ""Sometimed it even extends to a woman who's pregnant at her wedding which is why so many are quick to marry before they start showing to hide the fact that conception occured before marriage."" ""But they are no fools, they know how many months it takes to make a baby."" King Louis said casually and Louis had heard Quentin's tale. ""Sounds interesting, maybe I can join one day."" the young prince said. Rini mock pouted. ""Hey, you can't be a Knight of Berian because you swore to be my High Chancellor."" ""You can't do both."" Rini said to her brother. In Olantis, Alaric smiled at Fiona. ""Of course, it's obvious how much you do."" Suddenly footsteps were heard and Elia was dressed in a blue gown. Her eyes wdened when she saw Fiona and ran to her, tackling her in a hug. ""Fiona!"" ""I''ve missed you!"" she cried. Ellie then hugged Kaden. ""It's good to see you again, I've missed you too."" the younger redhead grinned."
6787,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=450,2014-12-25T11:16:00,Tomia,"Quentin smiled at Louis, ""I'm sure you'd make a fine knigthe Louis. Rini told me about how you stood up for her when she was captured. You're certainly brave enough for the Knights. But promises to family are important."" suddenly a small dragon came running into the room and jumped onto Quentin's lap. She had shining black scales and bright blue eyes. Quentin couldn't help but smile at his dragon Shadow. ""Forgive me your majesties, shadow is an energetic one."" He said as he pet the dragons scales.<br/>Fiona was caught of guard by the strength of Elia's hug and Elia actually managed to bring her to the ground. The impact wasn't hard though, as Elia manipulated the air so they landed softly. She hugged Elia back. ""I missed you too Elia. I couldn't wait to get back to my redheaded princess."" She said sincerely. She wanted to kiss her but thought it inappropriate in front of her family. Kaden hugged Ellie warmly, ""It's great to see you Ellie. I missed you a lot. I'm sorry I didn't get all your letters. It was hard since I was traveling so much. You haven't met any other princes while I was gone have you?"" He asked her jokingly."
6788,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=450,2014-12-25T20:28:00,Nuridia,"""It looks like Rini."" little Helena said when Shadow leaped into Quentin's lap. In Olantis, Elia hugged Fiona closer to her. 'Thank you, I ouldn't wait."" ""I've thought about you every day since we were parted and I've missed you every waking moment."" Elia said sincerely. Ellie then heard Kaden's words. ""And what does it matter if I did, it's not like we're intended."" she joked back."
6789,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=450,2014-12-25T20:47:00,Tomia,"Quentin smiled at Helena's words. ""Yes, she does doesn't she? Would you want to her? Don't worry, she's very friendly."" Quentin said as he stroked the dragon's scales.<br/>Fiona hugged Elia tighter as well and started to get up with her in her arms. ""I missed you every moment as well, but we're together again."" She told Elia. ""Your family is very nice by the way. I was a little nervous about meeting them,"" Fiona admitted. Phoebe came running forward with Ajax, both screeching excitedly at this new place. Kaden smiled at Ellie's words, ""Oh really? Well maybe I should just go home again."" He joked back playfully before becoming a little more serious. ""I really missed you Ellie."" He told her sincerely, looking into her eyes. ""I can't wait to see more of your home, it seems beautiful."""
6790,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=450,2014-12-25T21:49:00,Nuridia,"Helena smiled shyly and thne reached out to pet Shadow's scales. ""Are you a darkness mage?"" 'Those are rare around here."" ""I assumed from what Rini said and now your dragon."" ""Rini let me pet her dragon once."" Helena said, tucking a stray strand of brown hair into her cap. Meanwhile Elia held Fiona's hands. ""I'll show you to your room, come on."" ""We have such catching up to do."" the redhead grinned. Ellie laughed at Kaden's words. She supposed they were a couple, neither of them had announced it but they liked each other very much. ""Well let me show you around, Olantis Castle is a very stunning place."" she smiled."
6791,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=450,2014-12-25T22:07:00,Tomia,"Shadow saw Helena reach out for her and muzzled her head against her hand playfully. Quentin nodded at her question, ""Yes I am a darkness mage. We aren't very popular in Adrea at the moment, but not all darkness ed mage are evil. In fact, the leader of my order is a darkness mage."" Quentin told Helena.<br/>Fiona smiled when Elia took her hands and followed her to her room, Ajax following behind. As they walked Fiona paused and leaned towards Elia and kissed her on the lips. She broke away from her after about half a minute, smiling brightly. ""I've been wanting to do that for a while."" Fiona said happily.<br/>Kaden smiled, ""That sounds great to me. I couldn't ask you for a better tour guide."" He smiled at her. They hadn't spoke much about their relationship, but Kaden knew they both liked each other. He wondered if they should talk about it."
6792,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=475,2014-12-26T06:21:00,Raktio,"The darkness moved through the small village of Nassaram, as it passed though it killed everything, sucking the life force of everything in its path, devouring the souls of the citizens as they slept. Animals were able to detect its presence easier than humans and many ran for safety of the woods, however the animals became uninteresting to the darkness for human energy was much more satisfying, it continued on its search for the one who radiates.<br/><br/>Kadria broke out of her sleep in a sudden jerk, a cold sweat broke out over her skin,<span style=""font-style: italic"">it was just a dream, but I've been having those dreems for the last few days, but they're way to clear and consistent, I'm going to have to find out myself the truth. </span>She got up and dressed in her regualr riding and combat outfit, than finding a place within the village shs formed a portal and after a moments pause she stepped through. On the other end she took a look around, and did discover that each person here had been in dead turned into a shriveled up corpse.<br/><br/><br/>Nhardrun moved swiftly through the night time landscape, slidding though the trees leaving a path of destruction, turning everything to ash as it passed through, and devouring the life force of what it passed through. It had only finished consuming the human settlement a short while ago when it felt something else appear thtere, yes a dark human. A powerful human who held more darkness in herself than it had ever encountered, the only being it had ever encountered with more magic was the accursed one, the one who drove back darkness from its rightful position of dominance. It wanted badly to consume her, yet she was another being of darkness, and it had a mission, to find the one who was radiant. Once the radiant one was dead than it could find her, yes it could find her and add her tremendous power to its own."
6793,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=475,2014-12-26T19:52:00,Tomia,"When word of the village being destroyed by some strange dark magic reached the Knights of Berian, Darmis personally went out with a few of his men to investigate, fearing it was Garax's doing. The covert war between the two groups had begun to escalate slightly recently, with them fighting more battles in the open then usual. They soon arrived at the village and saw that it was nearly entirely wiped out. They were horrified at the sight. ""This couldn't have been Garax. Even an evil bastard like him isn't capable of this, this isn't human."" Darmis said as he examined the remains of the dead villagers."
6794,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=475,2014-12-26T20:11:00,The Greater States of Valyria,"<span style=""font-style: italic"">So much destruction in the world, nowadays. Berian help me, what am I to do?</span>This thought shot through Xalvador's mind as reflected on the ruins of the village he had just passed through. His group of warriors would not let him lay the dead to rest in that village, they didn't want to risk the possibility that it could have been Garax, who might come back.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Not even he would do something like that. That was purely evil, Garax isn't that far gone. He still has a soul. The thing that wrecked that village doesn't even understand what a soul it. It has never felt mercy in its entire life.</span>So, the group had ridden on, on to the next village on the road, where the group stopped. The villagers here had heard of the massacre just down the road and only a fraction of the population, just the men and the boys who were pretending to be men, were still in it. The rest of the town's residents had fled to the capital.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Souls to save. Berian's virtues rests in the hearts of these brave individuals.</span>Xalvador truly believed this, he even managed to convince he bodyguards to stay and fight the monster if it happened to stumble upon this little town. He himself was not much of fighter. He was just a cobbler. A cobbler blessed by Berian with a clever tongue and a smile that made people believe in things they could not see.<br/><br/>""Men!"" His voice surprised even him, after so long this was hardly a good thing. He startled quite a few of the younger defenders with his cry. They gripped even tighter to their weapons and looked at him with eyes as innocent as a child's.<span style=""font-style: italic"">They are children</span>""Men! You stand here right now ready to defend the homes you love. You stand here willing to give your lives to protect a tiny dot on the map. You, nor I, know what is going to come storming down that road hoping to destroy the place you love, but it is no match for your hearts! Your hearts..."" He paused and glanced around the front row of the crowd that had gathered around him. ""Yes, your hearts! They overflow with bravery! With honor! With selflessness! These are the qualities Berian respects! I mean not to push my beliefs on you, as I know not all of you believe what I do, but Berian bless you! May he magnify your bravery, honor, and selflessness! May you fight with the same vigor as the god who united this great land of Adrea! Berian bless you! Now prepare to fight! Prepare to win!""<br/><br/>Half of the group simply stared at Xalvador when he finished. The rest of the group cheered. He did not stand around to be praised, however. Instead, he retreated back to where his guards waited. ""A good speech, sir. I feel closer to Berian now,"" Aldrict, the leader of his guardians, said genuinely. ""I don't want these people to die, Aldrict, I don't want any of them to die,"" Xalvador said sadly as he looked at the men and boys scrambling around to fortify their defenses."
6795,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=475,2014-12-26T21:48:00,Tomia,"Darmis and his men quietly traveled north through a small forest when they saw a town that hasn't seem to been attacked by whatever force had attacked the last one that they had visited. They heard what sounded like voices and wood work and took cover in the forest, fearing it was Garax's men. They then slowly came out of the woods when they realized it wasn't. It seemed like the town had formed a militia and was preparing defenses. As the group of Knights approached, Darmis spoke. ""Who's in charge here?"" He demanded of the group of workers nearby."
6796,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=475,2014-12-26T22:03:00,The Greater States of Valyria,"""We all do our share around here,"" one of the men responds to Darmis. ""The mayor led the women, children, elderly, and disabled to the capital,"" another adds on. ""Who are you to demand knowl-"" a teenage boy starts to say, another man, his father by the look of him, cuts him off saying, ""we are all working together to protect out village. Another newcomer, a man of faith, he calls himself Xalvador Ryia has taken a moral lead. His men call him 'the Vicar', he is a loyal servant of the god Berian. He is over there,"" the man points towards where Xalvador and his guard have gathered."
6797,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=475,2014-12-26T23:25:00,Raktio,"<span style=""font-style: italic"">This is the third village its hit, and it has skipped several villages in between them if it had detoured even for a bit it would have slaughtered many more,</span>a bit was actually a few days worth of traveling by foot. Kadria snapped herself out of her thoughts and thought to return to the capital before remembering that there had been a mapmaker's place in the first village since it was next to a while expanse and many people came through the town, which was how the news of its destruction spread quickly, the other two were still unnoticed. She found a good place and forming a portal rode through it on Shadow, coming out in the town where it first had attacked. Quickly moving she found the mapmaker's place and than fnding the largest map she made a line between the three villages, and saw where it was going,<span style=""font-style: italic"">why is it going for that place, there's many other places much closer, with more of everything, so what's so unique about there?</span>"
6798,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=475,2014-12-27T09:28:00,Tomia,"Darmis was surprised when the man said a holy man of Berian had taken charge of the group. Their weren't too many priests of Berian left and those that were were in protection, recruiting others and preserving their faith. He nodded to the man and approached, ""So, you're the man in charge of this group?"" He asked as his men followed him. Darmis offered his hand out to the man. ""The name's Darmis, it's good to meet you. Mind if I ask what a man of faith might be doing leading a local militia?"" He asked curiously."
6799,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=475,2014-12-27T10:06:00,The Greater States of Valyria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Tomia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321740&amp;p=22929446#p22929446"">wrote</a>:</cite>Darmis was surprised when the man said a holy man of Berian had taken charge of the group. Their weren't too many priests of Berian left and those that were were in protection, recruiting others and preserving their faith. He nodded to the man and approached, ""So, you're the man in charge of this group?"" He asked as his men followed him. Darmis offered his hand out to the man. ""The name's Darmis, it's good to meet you. Mind if I ask what a man of faith might be doing leading a local militia?"" He asked curiously.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Berian above! I don't believe it! It's a Knight of Adrea! Perhaps these people do have a chance...</span>Xalvador was working on repairing various pairs of boots for the villagers when Darmis approached him. He set down his work and stood up, turning to face the knight and shaking his hand. ""Is that what they told you I was doing? I'm not leading. No, I was just traveling spreading the good word of Berian with my men,"" he motions towards his group of five guards, domineering figures in their own right, who are currently conversing with a group of villagers who have taken charge of forming the barricade. ""We stumbled upon the last village that was slaughtered by whatever beast is rampaging through the countryside now and found this quaint little hamlet further down the road. I gave a brief message on how the bravery of Berian rested in the hearts of all those who remained here to defend their homes. If that's what you call leading, then, yes, I am leading these villagers. Truly, though, I say that Berian above commands these men, so many of his virtues coarse through their veins. It is amazing."" He says smiling as he speaks, his eyes flitting around the village as everyone rushes around doing their part to protect the town."
6800,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=475,2014-12-27T11:08:00,Raktio,"A rather large raven came down, landed upon a tree branch near the knight, and began to caw at half m rather loudly. I continued to caw at him while making a little dance hoping from one foot to the next, waiting for his complete attention. Kadria stepped out from a shadowed alleyway nearby, ""hello Darmis, I take it you're out monster hunting? You'll find them quite easily within your order, and as for the thing that's destroyed the villages, it won't be hassling this one, I've figured out where its next likely to hit in its path of destruction."
6801,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=475,2014-12-27T11:14:00,Nuridia,"""That seems strange."" ""But it seems that he's doing his job well if he's got Garax on the run."" ""I've heard from our daughter that two of the keys have already been found and so that means that there's only one left."" King Louis said, drinking from his wine glass. In Olantis, Elia was surprised when Fiona pulled her away and then kissed her but she was happy to see her abd si kissed her back. ""I've missed that too, it's been far too long."" the redhead smiled at the knight."
6802,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=475,2014-12-27T11:33:00,Tomia,"""He is, our leader is a good man, if a little rough are the edges."" Quentin told Helena. He then turned to Louis. ""Well, we still have three more to find actually your majesty. Rini is the last guardian that we know of, but the prophecy says we need to find two more guardians."" Quentin told the king.<br/>Fiona smiled back at Elia and hugged her for a few moments before pulling her away. ""Well, let's go see the room then. I'm sorry I distracted us, I just couldn't wait any longer."" Fiona said, blushing a little.<br/>Meanwhile Kaden walked with Ellie through the castle, he was very happy to be in her company again. He decided he should talk to her about something. ""Hey Ellie? Do you think that we should talk about.. well what's going on between us? My parents always told me that when I found a girl I really liked, I should be honest about my feelings and I shouldn't lead her on, and I really like you."" He admitted to her, blushing a little in embarrassment. Kaden had visited his adopted parents over the past week. He was glad to see they were safe, being hidden and protected by the Knights of Berian.<br/>Darmis listened as the man explained the situation. ""Well, that was certainly brave of you, but I'm afraid trying to defend this town will be folly. If you've seen what this thing has done, you know how powerful it is. A few makeshift defenses won't stop it."" Darmis told the man honestly."
6803,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=475,2014-12-27T15:03:00,The Greater States of Valyria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Tomia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321740&amp;p=22930321#p22930321"">wrote</a>:</cite>Darmis listened as the man explained the situation. ""Well, that was certainly brave of you, but I'm afraid trying to defend this town will be folly. If you've seen what this thing has done, you know how powerful it is. A few makeshift defenses won't stop it."" Darmis told the man honestly.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Such a pessimist, I must not allow this opinion, fact rather if it's coming from a knight, to reach the ears of the villagers.</span>""Well, the people need hope to fight, so if you could keep that opinion to yourself that'd be great. Perhaps a miracle will happen and with your help the beast will be defeated,"" Xalvador smiled at the knight. His eyes dimmed a little though, at the realization that the situation for this town was truly hopeless if they were to be attacked."
6804,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=475,2014-12-27T16:00:00,Raktio,"(Guess I'll bump down this post so everything stays in a semi-chronological order)<br/><blockquote><div><cite>Raktio <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321740&amp;p=22930105#p22930105"">wrote</a>:</cite>A rather large raven came down, landed upon a tree branch near the knight, and began to caw at half m rather loudly. I continued to caw at him while making a little dance hoping from one foot to the next, waiting for his complete attention. Kadria stepped out from a shadowed alleyway nearby, ""hello Darmis, I take it you're out monster hunting? You'll find them quite easily within your order, and as for the thing that's destroyed the villages, it won't be hassling this one, I've figured out where its next likely to hit in its path of destruction.</div></blockquote>"
6805,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=475,2014-12-27T16:04:00,Tomia,"Darmis shook his head, ""We won't be staying long. We're going to need to go off and find out what is going on with these attacks. You all should leave as well. Find some safety a little farther away. That's the best advice I can offer you."" Darmis told Xalvador. Suddenly he heard the sound of a large bird and saw Kadria come towards him. He sighed inwardly, as if he didn't have enough to deal with. ""What do you know about this Kadria, is this monster one of yours? And how did you find this place anyway?"" He asked her, not bothering to greet her. They had a very uneasy business relationship at this point."
6806,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=475,2014-12-27T16:24:00,Nuridia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Tomia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321740&amp;p=22930321#p22930321"">wrote</a>:</cite>""He is, our leader is a good man, if a little rough are the edges."" Quentin told Helena. He then turned to Louis. ""Well, we still have three more to find actually your majesty. Rini is the last guardian that we know of, but the prophecy says we need to find two more guardians."" Quentin told the king.<br/>Fiona smiled back at Elia and hugged her for a few moments before pulling her away. ""Well, let's go see the room then. I'm sorry I distracted us, I just couldn't wait any longer."" Fiona said, blushing a little.<br/>Meanwhile Kaden walked with Ellie through the castle, he was very happy to be in her company again. He decided he should talk to her about something. ""Hey Ellie? Do you think that we should talk about.. well what's going on between us? My parents always told me that when I found a girl I really liked, I should be honest about my feelings and I shouldn't lead her on, and I really like you."" He admitted to her, blushing a little in embarrassment. Kaden had visited his adopted parents over the past week. He was glad to see they were safe, being hidden and protected by the Knights of Berian. <br/>Darmis listened as the man explained the situation. ""Well, that was certainly brave of you, but I'm afraid trying to defend this town will be folly. If you've seen what this thing has done, you know how powerful it is. A few makeshift defenses won't stop it."" Darmis told the man honestly.</div></blockquote><br/>""Forgive me, I misspoke."" ""I will have to hold court in a few minutes, have you ever been to a royal court Quentin?"" the king questioned. Little Marie looked at everybody from behind her big silver hand fan, as if she was a courtier already. Ellie stopped when she heard Kaden's words. ""I like you too Kaden, a lot."" she said sincerely."
6807,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=475,2014-12-27T16:30:00,Tomia,"Quentin thought about the King's question, ""No your majesty. I've never actually even been in a royal castle like this before."" He said honestly. He felt a little foolish at his in experience with royal life. He felt a little as if he didn't belong.<br/>Kaden gave a relieved looking smile at Ellie's words. ""Well I'm glad Ellie. You're the most amazing girl I've ever met."" He told her sincerely looking into her eyes. The moment was interrupted a bit though, as little Phoebe came running into the hallway and hopped into Kaden's arms, squawking happily. Kaden was a little annoyed at the interruption but knew that the little dragon didn't know better."
6808,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=475,2014-12-27T17:55:00,Raktio,"Kadria gav a cold, dry and soft single smirk like laught, ""I know quite abit about it, four mages have perished in its path already, steel and stone won't stop it, it drains light from the sky, and I knew exactly where its heading, straight for Olantis where I understand the rest of the group has gone. That being is an ancient thing of power which Berain faught but could not kill, it is called Nhardrun, and is a spirit of darkness which devours all light. I don't know how it was defeated, though what did defeat it was group of dark mages under his command, but they were only able to bind it and seal it away for a short amount of time. I have an idea of how to finish it, that way no one else will have to see the horrors of nightmares turn out to be true, its infested my dreams long enough, and I'm going to finish it tonight,"" her voice had grown hard over the course of her lecture like speech.<br/><br/>Going back to her usual demeanor she went onto explaining the next thing, ""as for how I found you, Shadow's my familiar, and I can see through her eyes just fine, and hear. As a piece of advice I'd suggest that you be more careful master cobbler, I've found your shoes to be of great quality and it would be very unfortunate if word got out about your illegal activities. However you can rest assured that I won't be letting another village be destroyed by Nhardrun, and that this one has nothing to fear."""
6809,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=475,2014-12-27T19:05:00,Nuridia,"Rini put a hand on Quentin's arm to comfort his nervousness. ""I imagine that Irina has been very helpful in that regard, she seems to hold you in great esteem and wants to assist you in the ways of the court."" ""She's been teaching you lessons, I've heard you all this week."" the queen said as breakfast was finishing up and Rini looked in a hand mirror to make sure that she was presentable for court. It was a big thing, you had every eye of nobility trained on you. Meanwhile Ellie was talking with Kaden as Phoebe ran to Kaden and Ellie laughed. ""Zaphira's asleep, thank the gods."" the redhead smiled."
6810,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=475,2014-12-27T19:14:00,Tomia,"Darmis was surprised by Kadria's words. ""It's going after the Prince?"" He asked, coming to that conclusion. ""If you need help, the Knights will help you. We haven't ever been friends and we never will be, but this is both of our countries."" He told her seriously. He then remembered what she had said about dreams. ""Wait, you've had dreams about this?"" He questioned her.<br/>Quentin couldn't help smile when Rini put her hand on his arm. They had grown very close over the last few weeks, Quentin felt very comfortable around her. He blushed a little at the Queen's words. Rini had actually been giving him lessons about court culture since they has arrived. They had gone pretty slow at first, as Quentin struggled with a lot of the concepts. However Rini was very kind and patient with him. It was a side of Rini he hadn't really seen yet, but he very much enjoyed it. ""Yes your majesty, your daughter has helped me a lot. I'm very grateful to have a friend like her."" He said sincerely, smiling at Rini as she prepared herself for court. ""You look beautiful Rini."" He reassured her kindly.<br/>Kaden laughed along with Ellie as he pet Phoebe's scales. ""Well, that's lucky of you. But I don't mind, it's nice having Phoebe around."" He said as Phoebe nipped at his fingers affectionately.<br/>Meanwhile Fiona and Elia made it to the room. ""Wow Elia, it's beautiful."" The room was in fact very beautiful. It had a canopy bed with light gold lace curtains and had a beautiful view of the moon shining bright in the sky."
6811,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=475,2014-12-27T20:02:00,The Greater States of Valyria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Tomia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321740&amp;p=22934302#p22934302"">wrote</a>:</cite>Darmis was surprised by Kadria's words. ""It's going after the Prince?"" He asked, coming to that conclusion. ""If you need help, the Knights will help you. We haven't ever been friends and we never will be, but this is both of our countries."" He told her seriously. He then remembered what she had said about dreams. ""Wait, you've had dreams about this?"" He questioned her.<br/></div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">A darkness mage! And she knows of my 'illegal activities', not too surprising, many people do. Nhardrun...I recognize that name. She seems to have the story right, it was sealed away by a group of darkness mages. Though it was Berian's son, also named Berian, who led them, it is a bit confusing. If the god had been leading the group the beast would have surely perished. This prince they speak of...it could not be Berian's descendant. It must be some other nation's heir. So many things to think about...so much to process. Best not say anything to provocative while I don't know anything...</span>""I think I can help!"" Xalvador exclaimed loudly, obviously he did not mean to do this, evident in his exaggerated cringe moments after the cry.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Pit!</span>. ""I am...a bit of an expert on the history and life of Berian and his descendants. I can scour my memory and the scrolls of the Church I ha-I mean found, on the journey here. They were in the last village. Yeah, that makes sense. I mean, that's the truth! Anyways, I can look through them to see if there's anything on the ritual that was used to seal this beast away. If you don't mind.""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Maybe I can find out a bit more about these dreams the knight is so curious about too, dreams matter, the word of Berian tells us so.</span>"
6812,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=475,2014-12-27T21:25:00,Raktio,"""Prince? I don't know it coukd be going for anybody over there, maybe it wants to collect thise two orbs that they collected from those, and there's only one way I'll work with you. I want access to all the archived intel on the Knights activities during the year after the coup, and yes, it was a dream, otherwise I'd have already fought it."" She turned slightly to face the other man informing him, ""Garax values old scripts for there potential usefulness enough not ti have destroyed the capital's archives, and contradictory to what holy books say it was indeed Berain, and I'm afraid that even if he really was god of light than even still he would not be able to destroy it. The reason why it's written as his sone is because the only surviving mage lost his sanity during that fight, and later became known as the mad hermit Seyso. To help with that illusion it was during the later years when Berain was an old man and his son was in his prime. Even a light<span style=""font-style: italic"">Asraendih</span>like Berain couldn't win against it, and the reason is that it drains all light, life, hope and leaves death, darkness, and despair, it was his exact opposite, a negative of him."" She took a moment before explaining, ""a<span style=""font-style: italic"">Asraendih</span>is a mage who's naturally extremely powerful, Garax might be one but I don't think that's likely. Aslo if you want to argue about what Berain has done than you can debate it with me after you've read the capital's archives which currently are under lock and key with only a few people permitted in, and that has many if the very few written records of what he did, including that poem.""<br/><br/>(Mad hermit Seyso, basically an oracle guy who was extremely crazy and could see visions of the past present and future, part of what drive him mad)"
6813,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=475,2014-12-27T21:47:00,The Greater States of Valyria,"""You make the mistake of trusting the scripts of Tresslar, the deceiver. He skewed the records of Berian's, that's the father,quests in the Age of Lies, two hundred years after his death. These were the scripts taken to the capitals archives, there they were copied down with the seal of Hamish, the trustworthy scirbe Tresslar killed, on them. I believe that corrections to the royal archives were made in the Golden Period, one hundred and fifty years later. The Church of Darkness destroyed these records though in order to slander the name of Berian, luckily, the Church of Berian secretly backed up all the scrolls of the archives and scattered them at various parishes throughout the capital. I managed to salvage three-fourths of those scrolls before the outlawing of the rightful Church of Adrea. It seems Garax does not trust you as much as you'd like to believe. It makes sense, obviously he would try to jade you. It makes you a better follower,"" Xalavador responded swiftly to the girl.<span style=""font-style: italic"">She certainly knows what she's talking about, but, luckily, so do I.</span>""You can buy into the vain attempts to discredit Berian all you want. That hardly matters at this time, though. The Wheel moves and so must we. You say you can help the knights kill this creature that is terrorizing the countryside? I want to come. This needs to be observed so it can be recorded. And I will do that."""
6814,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=475,2014-12-27T22:33:00,Nuridia,"""Yeah, I had it picked out if you ever came here."" 'What do you think?"" Elia asked, presenting the room to Fiona Behind the curtain you could almost see Khione curled up asleep on the pillow. Elia smiled at Kaden and couldn't help but admire his love for his dragon. She loved her dragon very much as well and cared for her like a baby. In Marseille, Rini smiled at Quentin's responce but couldn't help but feel disappointed as he said that they were just friends. ""Thanks, you look handsome as always."" Rini said in responce to Quentin's remark on her beauty. The king called for the breakfast dishes to be cleared away and excused himself so he could prepare for court."
6815,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=475,2014-12-27T23:04:00,Tomia,"Darmis was very surprised at Kadria's request. ""You want to see our archives from after the rebellion? What for? And most of that was lost due to our travels. You don't exactly allow us to keep a home address. However, if you help us, I will help you track down whatever is left. You have my word."" He told her, he didn't like it but he needed her help.<br/>Fiona smiled brightly and hugged Elia warmly, giving her a quick kiss on the lips. ""I think I have the most thoughtful partner in the world."" Fiona sad sincerely. ""I love it Elia, you're so kind to me."" Fiona said happily. She saw a dragon shaped lump behind the curtain and figured it was Khione. ""Looks like I have a bed mate."" Fiona joked playfully.<br/>Quentin saw Rini's expression at his words. It changed very slightly but Quentin was very good at reading expressions. It was the same look Rini gave every time Quentin described their relationship. Truth be told Quentin didn't want to be just friends with Rini, he couldn't help but wish they were something more. He knew he had to talk to her soon about it, as it wasn't fair to both of them. Still, he was afraid she would reject him and that would ruin their friendship. He managed a smile at Rini's compliment. ""Thank you Rini, you've definitely have inspired me to dress better."" He half joked to her.<br/>Kaden couldn't help but admire Ellie's smile. He thought it was very beautiful. He then realized he was staring a little and snapped out of it, embarrassed. ""So, what should we go see first?"" He asked her, trying to hide his embarrassing moment."
6816,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=475,2014-12-27T23:17:00,Raktio,"""Agreed that we can set aside history conversations for later, the next place in its path is the city of Karhanra, I can't intercept it on the way there since I don't know it's percise path. Hopefully we'll be able to intercept it right before it attacks a civilian, Darnis can you get to the temple of light and vet something artifacty or just simply loaded with light energy? I suspect that the wards act to block it as well as they blocked me so it can't enter, but if we had something of incredible amounts of light energy at a location on the border of the city it would be drawn to that."" She explained her idea, and hped that the monks would agree to the common cause of fighting a common enemy."
6817,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=500,2014-12-28T12:59:00,Tomia,"Darmis nodded to Kadria, ""Very well, I will see what I can do about finding an artifact."" Darmis told Kadria. He then tracked through a portal he created to the Temple of Light. They were not at all happy about the idea of parting with an ancient artifact, but Darmis told them it was necessary to defeat a great evil. He finally convinced them to give him an ancient shield, that was said to be wielded by King Marian centuries ago. He transported back to Kadria, looming tired from the travel. It was just him, so it take up too much energy though. He held the shield up to Kadria, ""I'm not sure you'll be able to wield this, but it will do the trick."" He told her, the shield was shining brightly."
6818,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=500,2014-12-28T14:05:00,Nuridia,"""Well it seems that you two will get along fabulously."" ""I hope that you'll both be comfortable."" Elia said, giving Fiona a kiss before leaving. It was late and she had to get ready for bed. She had a wonderful day with Fiona planned tomorrow. In Marseille it was still fairl early and so Rini smiled a little at Quentin's comment. She was still annoyed however that he kept calling her his friend. She was done with it and she needed a plan. Some sort of plan to get Quentin to notice her but what? Court was being held soon and so that mean...that was it! Rini stood up and exccused herself. ""Excuse me all, I have to go make a few last minute preparations before court begins."" she said as she curtsied and left. Rini went down a set of stairs in the castle until she reached the door she was looking for."
6819,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=500,2014-12-28T14:14:00,Tomia,"Fiona smiled when Elia kissed her and she kissed her back and waved as she left. ""Goodnight Elia,"" She called before closing the door and preparing for bed herself. Before the door had closed Ajax ran inside. Fiona couldn't help but chuckle and placed him on the bed next to Khione. Once she had changed out of her armor she crawled into the bed herself next to the dragons. It was quite comfortable, more than she was used to. She laid her head against the pillow and thought about how happy she was to back with Elia again.<br/>Quentin was surprised when Rini suddenly got up and walked away. She said she had things to do, he wondered what she meant. He couldn't help but wish she had stayed. Not only did he need her for support in this unfamiliar environment, but he also realized how much he enjoyed her company."
6820,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=500,2014-12-28T14:30:00,Raktio,"""Whether I could wield it or not matters not, that's bait, and I'll need you to keep it out of the way while I fight it, if that thing gets to that shield than I don't know what'll happen it."" She found a shadow nearby and formed portal, ""let's get there sooner rather than later,"" she stepped through the portal holding it open for the others with ease."
6821,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=500,2014-12-28T14:44:00,Nuridia,"Rini adjusted her headdress and knocked on the door. It was on the lower floors of the palace and so fairly private. Out cam an exceedingly handsome young man with flashing green eyes, curly black hair and smooth olive skin wearing a fine black velvet doublet slashed with silver. ""Princess Rini, good to see you."" he grinned, hugging her and she hugged him back with a smile. ""Giovanni, how wonderful to see you too."" Rini added. Giovanni and Rini had been childhood friends for years and she saw him as a very close friend. They'd often get into mischief together and the two would be up for any convoluded plans the other might have. ""So, it must be important if you came to see me at this time."" Giovanni said. Rini sighed. 'It is."" ""Look Gianni, I need your help bad."" ""There's a guy who I really like."" ""He's not a prince or a duke or even a count, but a knight."" Rini explained. ""Only a knight?"" ""Wow, you must really like him."" her friend said. ""I like him immensely, so much I can't really tell what it is."" 'He has the most beautiful eyes, lighter than mine."" ""And he saved my life and has been good to me."" ""I believe he feels the same way I do, but he keeps telling peopple that we're just friends."" ""You know I'm no good at confesding feelings, I don't want him to feel trapped into saying he likes me and I want him to come to me on his own."" ""And I had an idea."" ""I need you to be my boyfriend, well only for a few hours."" ""You're my best guy friend in court, you're a Duke, charming, funny, very good looking.""<br/>""So you want me to help you make him jealous?"" 'Ooh, I can do that."" Giovanni smiled. ""Yes, thank you!"" Rini shouted, hugging him tightly. ""So here's the plan, they announce my arrival into court, they announce you coming from the other side, we talk, we flirt, you ask me to dance, we go off by ourselves and maybe giv each other gifts and stuff."" ""It'll be perfect."" Rini smiled. ""I'll meet you in the Grand Ballroom."" ""This plan is surefire, you'll have him declaring his love for you in no time."" Giovanni said, shaking Rini's hand before leaving and going to her room to get ready."
6822,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=500,2014-12-28T14:56:00,Tomia,"Darmis nodded to Kadria, ""Alright, let's get going."" He told her, stepping into the portal with Kadria. He was still uneasy about this, but it was his only option. Quentin was wondering where Rini had gone. She had been gone for a long time, what could she be doing?"
6823,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=500,2014-12-28T15:09:00,Nuridia,"Rini came back into the dining hall wearing a completely different gown than she had before. This one was deep purple with a gold partlet, underskirt, undersleeves and a French hood with a dark purple veil and gold crescent band. Rini also wore a sapphire broach and necklace. ""Sorry guys, I had to get ready."" ""It'll be a disaster if a member of the royal family was caught wearing the same color for two different events."" Rini apologized to Quentin. Her family had already changed and they were now in the Grand Ballroom waiting to hold court. ""Well Sir Alrean, shall we go?"" Rini asked, smiling at Quentin. She was delighted with her plan, this was going to be brilliant."
6824,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=500,2014-12-28T15:13:00,Tomia,"Quentin was surprised when Rini came back to the room, she looked beautiful in her new gown. ""Well, I was wondering what you were up to. Should have guessed it had something to due with clothes."" He joked to her playfully. He then nodded at her question, surprised by how she addressed him. ""Of course,"" he smiled at her and followed her to the Great Ballroom. He was still a little nervous about the idea of court, but Ring would be there so it couldn't be too bad."
6825,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=500,2014-12-28T15:38:00,Nuridia,"The King and Queen were looking absolutely wonderful, seated on their thrones and their children mingling with the courtiers. Dukes, viscounts, counts, duchesses and earls were all gathered around in a rainbow color of glittering finery. The servants, dressed nicely in the royal livery colors of gold and blue wove among them. As Rini and Quentin approached the room the herald blew his trumpet and called out. ""Presenting her royal highness, Princess Irina, Duchess of Guise and Countess of Hartford!"" Everybody clapped and then bowed as Rini came in with Quentin at her side. When everybody rose, they looked quite surprised to see Quentin with her. ""This is Sir Quentin Alrean, he's with me so show him the respect that is due!"" Rini called to everybody and then turned to Quentin. ""So, all you have to do is follow the court ettiquette we went over and you'll be good."" ""I have to go and talk with the nobles, if you need anything just come to me."" ""You don't have to be overly stiff but some of these nobles aren't very flexible."" Rini said and then another announcement was heard. ""His Grace, Giovanni Rossellini, Duke of Bourbon and of Valois!""<br/><br/>Rini couldn't help but smile a little as Giovanni entered through the other entrance. He bowed to the King and Queen and then raced over to Rini and clasped her hands after bowing. ""My lady, you glitter like a star!"" ""Perhaps even more so!"" Giovanni said flirtatiously. Rini blushed and acted coyly back, clasping his hands in return. ""My lord Rossellini, you are late."" she said, also flirtatiously with a coy smile. ""Forgive me ma'am, I would've come earlier but I had in in mind for you to bring you a token of my humble affections."" ""I had to find just the right one, while none could compare to your beauty not just any one would do either."" Giovanni kissed Rini's hand and with a grand floruish pulled out a beautiful orange rose laced with pink and gold from his cloak. Rini gave a delighted gasp and clapped her hands laughing. ""How beautiful, I love it!"" she said in awe. She was an amazing actress when need be. ""Sunset Bright, a new variety from a faraway kingdom."" Giovanni said, linking his arm with Rini's and she looked at him before turning to Quentin. ""Forgive me Quentin, I didn't introduce you."" ""This is Duke Giovanni, a friend of mine from childhood. Giovanni turned to Quentin and bowed politely. ""Good day to you sir."" and then turned to Rini. ""So, will you give me the honor of the first dance, my fair Rini?"" he asked, almost whispering to her. No other courtier used Rini's nickname except for her family, it was very familiar. Rini's face turned pink and she smiled at him from under her eyelashes. ""Sorry, I have a guest."" ""I can't just leave him without explanation."" ""Quentin?"" she asked, Giovanni still holding her hand."
6826,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=500,2014-12-28T16:00:00,Tomia,"Quentin walked inside with Rini, he was shocked at how elegant the room was. He was surprised and grateful at Rini's words. He was happy she was so willing to stand up for him."" He then saw a young man come in with an elegant entrance. He then saw Giovanni enter the room and was surprised when he approached Rini. He frowned slightly when he took her hands, and didn't like how flirtatious his words sounded. Even worse, Rini seemed happy about it and was flirting back. Quentin couldn't help but feel hurt, how could she do that so blatantly in front of him. He then watched Giovanni present her with the rose. His mind filled with jealousy as he listened to this man's words, he was certainly trying to charm Rini and it seemed to be working. He then nodded to Giovanni, ""It's nice to meet you as well."" Quentin said, though his voice was a little cold and distant. He then heard Giovanni asked Rini to dance, and he even used her nickname. Quentin's mind filled with anger, his first instinct was to challenge Giovanni to a duel right there and then, but he forced himself to calm down. He heard Rini's question and nodded, ""Sure Rini, it's fine with me."" He said, with a forced smile. He tried to hide his jealousy but it wasn't really working."
6827,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=500,2014-12-28T16:12:00,Nuridia,"Rini saw Quentin's reaction to Giovanni's playacting and saw how jealous he was looking.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Yes, plan's a success! It's working!</span>. but on the surface she pretended not to notice the change in the atmosphere. ""Thank you Quentin, you know where to find me."" ""And remember, come to me if you need any help."" ""I'm always willing to help out."" Rini said to Quentin as they left, Giovanni slipped his arm around Rini's waist and leaned in a little closer to her as they walked away together. Rini was happy her plan was working, maybe now Quentin could see how it felt. She knew he didn't mean it, but still she couldn't deny that it broke her heart a little when he kept telling the world that they were only friends."
6828,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=500,2014-12-28T16:55:00,Tomia,"Quentin sat in his chair sulking as Rini and Giovanni walked off together. He glared a little as Giovanni wrapped his arm around Rini. How could she do this to him, didn't see know how he felt about her? This was just cruel what she was doing, did she not care about him at all? Quentin started to think he should have told Rini how he really felt. He was afraid he might have lost her to this rich duke because he was too afraid to speak up."
6829,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=500,2014-12-28T17:25:00,Nuridia,"As they danced the first dance, Rini just thought about how she would finally get to confess to Quentin how she felt. She knew that he wasn't happy, but he still had yet to say anything. It hurt her, didn't he care at all? She and Giovanni could often be seen whispering and laughing together, going off into corners by themselves and sitting together.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Looks like we'll have to turn up the heat here.</span>Rini thought, frustrated with Quentin's lack of a reaction. Suddenly, Rini motioned to the musicians who were high up in the box. ""Trenton!"" ""Play a volta!"" she said with her most dazzling grin. Many courtiers gasped, the volta was a partner's dance which involved the male lifting his partner up close to him after she leapt a little into his arms and swinging her high in the air while she kicked out, making her skirts flare and billow around her legs a bit Not only that, it involved actually quite a few lifts when the women was lifted up and spun. It was considered rather risque because of the proximity of the two. The king slowly nodded and the musicians played the fast, lively music. After the first lift, Giovanni drew Rini to him and kissed her cheek before they continued the dance."
6830,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=500,2014-12-28T17:28:00,The Greater States of Valyria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Tomia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321740&amp;p=22941928#p22941928"">wrote</a>:</cite>Darmis nodded to Kadria, ""Alright, let's get going."" He told her, stepping into the portal with Kadria. He was still uneasy about this, but it was his only option. Quentin was wondering where Rini had gone. She had been gone for a long time, what could she be doing?</div></blockquote><br/>Xalvador looks back at this guard, who had gone on full alert with the sudden appearance of a darkness mage. ""You men stay here, I will go with the knight and the mage to assist them.""<span style=""font-style: italic"">If I even can..</span>He stated boldly at the guards, underneath he was nervous. He didn't expect his life to take this turn, but it rarely did follow the expected route. ""Sir, I'm not sure-"" One of his guards starts. ""I am sure, stay with the villagers and serve them until my return. Those are orders,"" he says before turning towards the shadow portal and stepping through it. Landing on the other side he falls to the ground coughing. After vomiting once he stands up and shivers. ""That was a horrifying experience..."""
6831,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=500,2014-12-28T17:44:00,Tomia,"Quentin was surprised when he heard Rini call out to the band. He was shocked when Rini and Giovanni started dancing again. It was a very sensual dance, and Quentin wasn't happy about it at all. He glared furiously as he watched Rini's skirts wave around. When he saw Giovanni kiss Rini's cheek he had enough. He stood up and walked over toward them, clearly in a huff. He was very mad, and looked like he wanted to kill Giovanni. He tapped Rini on the shoulder, ""Hey Rini, can I talk to you for a second?"" He asked her, his voice thick with anger. He didn't care if he was making a scene. He would drag Rini off the floor if he had to at this point.<br/>Darmis saw Xalvador's reaction when they came out of the portal. ""Ya, most people are like that after that first time."" He said calmly."
6832,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=500,2014-12-28T17:49:00,Raktio,"""We've got some time to stay around here, at least half an hour so feel free to wander off, find something to eat, talk with the locals. I'm going to go talk to the officials and tmget them to clear out the city incase thing go south. We meet back here when the bells strike six fifteen,"" with that she fkrmed a new portal and went to have a little talk with the local governor."
6833,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=500,2014-12-28T17:52:00,Nuridia,"Rini and Giovanni were in the middle of a lift when they saw Quentin stride toward them.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Bingo. Victory is mine!</span>Rini thought as Quentin showed up and then she suddenly felt a little frightened at how angry he was. ""Put me down my lord of Valois."" Rini said, tapping Giovanni on the shoulder and then he slowly put her down to the floor. She felt Quentin tap her shoulder. ""Sure Quentin, what's up? Is there anything that you need help with..."" Rini then saw how angry Quentin really was. ""Hey, are you alright? Please don't make a scene, I haven't done anything wrong."" she asked innocently."
6834,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=500,2014-12-28T18:01:00,Tomia,"Quentin was surprised when Rini said she didn't do anything wrong.<span style=""font-style: italic"">How can she say that?</span>He thought to himself. He took Rini by the hand and led her out of the hall as calmly as he could, but he still seemed angry. When they got outside he finally spoke again. ""What were you doing out there?"" He demanded, the hurt evident in his voice. He felt betrayed, and confused. ""Who is this guy? And why didn't you tell me about him?""<br/>Darmis nodded to Kadria, and headed off into the town. He figured he could see if there were any supplies of value he could buy."
6835,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=500,2014-12-28T18:06:00,The Greater States of Valyria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Tomia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321740&amp;p=22943887#p22943887"">wrote</a>:</cite>Darmis nodded to Kadria, and headed off into the town. He figured he could see if there were any supplies of value he could buy.</div></blockquote><br/>Xalvador has nothing better to do, so he follows Darmis into the village. ""So, I couldn't help hearing your conversation with the darkness mage earlier, and you said something about keys that were orbs. Those aren't the keys to the gates are they? Like in the Gatekeeper's prophecy? Because that's sort of important. If you don't mind my asking..."""
6836,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=500,2014-12-28T18:14:00,Nuridia,"Quentin suddenly grabbed RIni by the hand and it was a little forceful but he was obviously restraining himself. ""Quentin wait, where are you...where are you taking me!?"" ""Let me go!"" she demanded. Her hand was sore and she had tried to wrench it from his grip and then they stopped, Rini immediately rubbing her hand as she glared up at him slightly. She saw the look on his face when he looked at her, maybe the plan had worked a little bit too well. She started to feel bad but to be honest she reminded herself that he deserved it for being so ignorant. She looked surprised and a little insulted when he demanded who Giovanni was. How dare he, it's not like they were together. ""How dare y...didn't you hear the herald's introduction, he is Duke Giovanni of Valois and Bourbon! And as to what I was doing out there, I was dancing with my friend! And if I may be honest, I don't think that I have to explain myself to you on these matters! I mean, you almost act like we were together when we're not! I am a free, unattached woman and to that effect I may have any favorites I like, as my friend you should be happy for me should you not!?"" she said, the slight sarcasm and hurt leaking out of her voice. He was not her lover, so she owed him no explanation."
6837,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=500,2014-12-28T18:32:00,Tomia,"Darmis nodded slowly to Xalvador. ""Yes, the prophecy is happening now. The keys are our hope to defeat Garax, and end his reign of tyranny.<br/>Quentin realized he may have let his anger get the better of him. He didn't want to hurt Rini at all, but she had hurt his feelings and she didn't seem to care. ""How could you say that Rini, I mean after all we've been through? I mean, can't you see that hurts me?"" He heard her call him her friend and realized what her point was. Quentin sighed, he knew it was time to confess. ""Rini, the reason I'm so upset.... is because I wish that was me."" He said a little softer. ""I know I should have said this earlier Rini, but I have feelings for you. I don't want to just be friends anymore. Even if you don't feel the same way, I had to tell you. I couldn't stand to lose you because I wasn't brave enough to tell you the truth."" He told her, sounding very vulnerable in that moment."
6838,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=500,2014-12-28T18:39:00,The Greater States of Valyria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Tomia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321740&amp;p=22944122#p22944122"">wrote</a>:</cite>Darmis nodded slowly to Xalvador. ""Yes, the prophecy is happening now. The keys are our hope to defeat Garax, and end his reign of tyranny. </div></blockquote><br/>""Well, now you're really stuck with me, because there is no way I am going back to preaching in alleys under the cover of night when I can be a guide to the Gatekeepers of the prophecy. The prophecy...happening now. In my lifetime, and I will be there. I can't wait to record it..."" Xalvador laughs and says this all with a huge smile on his face. His passion for the quest is extremely evident in his giddiness."
6839,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=500,2014-12-28T18:48:00,Nuridia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Tomia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321740&amp;p=22944122#p22944122"">wrote</a>:</cite>Darmis nodded slowly to Xalvador. ""Yes, the prophecy is happening now. The keys are our hope to defeat Garax, and end his reign of tyranny. <br/>Quentin realized he may have let his anger get the better of him. He didn't want to hurt Rini at all, but she had hurt his feelings and she didn't seem to care. ""How could you say that Rini, I mean after all we've been through? I mean, can't you see that hurts me?"" He heard her call him her friend and realized what her point was. Quentin sighed, he knew it was time to confess. ""Rini, the reason I'm so upset.... is because I wish that was me."" He said a little softer. ""I know I should have said this earlier Rini, but I have feelings for you. I don't want to just be friends anymore. Even if you don't feel the same way, I had to tell you. I couldn't stand to lose you because I wasn't brave enough to tell you the truth."" He told her, sounding very vulnerable in that moment.</div></blockquote><br/>""So there it is, the truth finally comes out."" Rini said sorrowfully. ""I can't believe that you were so oblivious, I can't believe I had to resort to such extreme measures to finally get the truth out. I had feared that you didn't care about me at all, and you have no right to get upset that I didn't see it because you refused to see how I felt. I mean, I thought I had made my feelings for you plain and that you could see that my heart twisted a little every single time that you said that we were frinds but obviously you didn't see it or you didn't want to see it."" ""I've cared about you for a long time, I was sick of being just friends."" ""I thought I made that clear but apparently I did not and so I had to basically act out with another man for you to see it!"" Rini started crying, tears poured down her cheeks and she wiped her face with her sleeve in frustration, not even flinching when the sharp golden threads of the brocade scratched under her eye and blood started trickling from the cut down her face."
6840,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=500,2014-12-28T19:08:00,Tomia,"Darmis raised an eyebrow at Xalvador's words. ""It isn't a game. It's dangerous, and we can't have any liabilities."" He said as they walked.<br/>Quentin was shocked at Rini's words. Did she really feel the same way about him? He felt terribly guilty by her words. He realized he had been a terrible fool. ""Rini I'm so sorry, how could you think I didn't care about you? I care about you more than anyone. I only said you were my friend because I was afraid you didn't feel the same way I did. I realize now I was being a fool. I'm so sorry I hurt you."" He saw her start to cry and soon she cut herself and didn't even seem to notice. ""Rini? Are you okay? Please don't cry, I'm so sorry Rini. I didn't mean to hurt you like this."" He told her sincerely, taking out a small hand cloth and wiping her face gently. ""Please Rini, will you forgive me?"" He asked her sincerely and apologetically."
6841,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=500,2014-12-28T19:13:00,The Greater States of Valyria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Tomia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321740&amp;p=22944433#p22944433"">wrote</a>:</cite>Darmis raised an eyebrow at Xalvador's words. ""It isn't a game. It's dangerous, and we can't have any liabilities."" He said as they walked.</div></blockquote><br/>""I wouldn't be a liability, though. As much as you may not want to admit it, this mission is divine. And I'm sure you're not as much of an expert on the lore and mythos surrounding the prophecy as you'd care to admit either. I am an expert on those things, though. I wouldn't be a liability because I can serve as a guide to the Gatekeepers as they move along their paths."" Xalvador was expecting such a response from teh callous knight, luckily he had his response prepared."
6842,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=525,2014-12-29T12:04:00,Nuridia,"Rini cringed a little when the salt of her tears got into her cut and then Quentin wiped her face, now realizing that she had cut herself. ""I forgive you."" she sighed. He seemed very sincere, and she wanted nothing more in that moment than to take him into her arms and hold him. Rini kissed Quentin's cheek softly before pulling away. In Olantis, it was still quite late and the sun had not even started to rise yet. Elia and Ellie were still asleep, Marseille ran on a different clock so it was probably the early afternoon there. Elia thought about her life, what would happen when all this was over. She and Fiona together with their dragons and a little baby on the redhead's hip. Despite her love for Fiona, she wanted children still. She wondered how Fiona would feel."
6843,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=525,2014-12-29T12:14:00,Tomia,"Darmis scoffed at Xalvador, ""You think lore matters now? This is a war. Soldiers are what matter now. Once we've won, then we will rebuild the church, but for now Berian needs soldiers not priests.""<br/>Quentin wiped Rini's face the best he could before giving a relieved smile when she said she forgave him. ""Thank you,"" he said softly, relief evident in his voice. He was glad he hadn't screwed up the chance at a relationship with her. He then smiled and blushed a little when she kissed his cheek. He pulled her softly into a hug and held her close to him. He didn't say anything, not wanting to ruin the moment.<br/>Kaden was asleep in Olantis, his dragon Phoebe snuggled against him. He was glad he and Ellie had talked about their feelings. Despite everything that had happened recently, she made things a little easier for him and Kaden appreciated that."
6844,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=525,2014-12-29T13:41:00,Nuridia,"Rini hugged Quentin back for a little while longer before she pulled away. ""Come on, let's go back inside."" ""I want to introduce you tot he rest of my friends."" Rini said. She had given Giovanni's rose to her little sister Marie when she and Quentin left the room, the girl liked pretty flowers and Quentin wouldn't be happy with her having it now that they confessed their love to each other even though it meant nothing like that."
6845,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=525,2014-12-29T13:47:00,Tomia,"Quentin enjoyed being in Rini's arms and having her in his. He was glad that they had finally confessed their feelings. He couldn't help but wish that they didn't have to pull away, however he understand that they need to get back to the party. ""I'd love to meet your friends."" Quentin said, taking Rini's hand and following her into the great room. He noticed she didn't have the rose anymore and Quentin appreciated that. Even though now he knew he didn't have anything to worry about."
6846,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=525,2014-12-29T15:24:00,The Greater States of Valyria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Tomia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321740&amp;p=22951838#p22951838"">wrote</a>:</cite>Darmis scoffed at Xalvador, ""You think lore matters now? This is a war. Soldiers are what matter now. Once we've won, then we will rebuild the church, but for now Berian needs soldiers not priests.""</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">What a hard headed man...</span>""I think that's exactly why lore matters. You can't just view the mission of the Gatekeepers as some offensive in a war. Yes, there is a war, I'd be a fool to deny that. You'd be a fool to deny the divine origins of the Gatekeepers, though. You need to take into account the lore, otherwise you'll just be blindly leading them around Adrea and Berian knows where else using them as tools in your battles. You won't win that way. You need someone who can help guide them to the completion of their holy mission, I'm sure you've done excellently as their earthyl captain, but there's more to this than you're letting yourself believe. Please, I can help. I can fight too, if I have too..."""
6847,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=525,2014-12-29T15:45:00,Tomia,"Darmis listened to Xalvador. As much as Darmis hated to admit it, Xalvador had a point. He sighed, ""Fine, you can join us when the guardians come together. I suppose you may have a point. We'll have to do something with this world once all of this is over. It's best if these kids don't only see the ugly."" He said as they walked through the village."
6848,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=525,2014-12-29T16:28:00,The Greater States of Valyria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Tomia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321740&amp;p=22954265#p22954265"">wrote</a>:</cite>Darmis listened to Xalvador. As much as Darmis hated to admit it, Xalvador had a point. He sighed, ""Fine, you can join us when the guardians come together. I suppose you may have a point. We'll have to do something with this world once all of this is over. It's best if these kids don't only see the ugly."" He said as they walked through the village.</div></blockquote><br/>""I'm glad you've seen the validity behind accepting me into your group and have done so. The damage done by Garax and his Church of Darkness is great, my parents were members of it before the died in one of the blood-letting rituals performed at the weekly services for that monstrous organization. I'm humbled I may be the one to fix the damage done, I can only hope that the priests of the Church accept and follow me as well. If not, I'm sure whoever they choose will be great."" Xalvador merely smiles when he hears Darmis give in, but on the inside he is jumping with joy.<span style=""font-style: italic"">The Gatekeepers! They are here and I get to travel with them! This is a gift from Berian above!</span>"
6849,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=525,2014-12-29T17:35:00,Nuridia,"Rini took Quentin by the arm and led him inside, introducing him to two girls and a boy dressed richly. ""These are my friends, Renee de Guise, Jeanne de Bourbon and Richard of Klois."" ""Guys, this is Sir Quentin Alrean."" Rini said, introducing them to Quentin and they all politely bowed and curtsied to them."
6850,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=525,2014-12-29T17:57:00,Tomia,"Darmis listened to Xalvador as they walked through the town. ""I'm sorry to hear about your parents. Many men and women have lost their families to Garax's reign of terror. That's why we need to stop him."" He said. Eventually they reached a weapons shop and Darmis began to browse for something he liked.<br/>Quentin was a little nervous about meeting Rini's friends, but felt reassured when she took his arm. He bowed to Rini's friends in return. ""It is great to meet you all. It's nice to meet Rini's friends."" He said nicely, hoping he could get them to like him."
6851,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=525,2014-12-29T19:31:00,Nuridia,"The party continued for a few hours and Rini's friends really seemed to hit it off with Quentin which Rini was glad for. After that it was event planning, council meetings with the King, new laws needed approving and it was a very busy day until after dinner. Finally, Rini said goodnight to everyone and to Quentin before heading to her rooms exhausted but happy that she and Quentin were together now. After her attendants helped her undress she went to sleep thinking about that day. Suddenly however, Rini's head started swimming with quite a curious dream. She was dressed in all white and silver and wearing a fine veil and Quentin was beside her in gleaming armor as a priest wed them in the Guise chapel. Then it flashed forward to what looked like a coronation, Rini was dressed in a very fine gown and the bishop crowned her as Queen. Then there were visions of her and Quentin walking the halls together and she had gotten noticeably rounder, she was pregnant apparently. And finally Rini was seated on her throne wearing a blue gown and her tiara sparkled in her dark hair while Quentin was seated beside her. That wasn't odd, but what was new was that they were surrounded by children. A tall boy who looked to be the eldest with dark blue eyes and shiny black hair just like hers but he had Quentin's face. There was another boy with brown hair and dark eyes, another one who was also black-haired with light blue eyes, a boy who looked exactly like that one except with brown hair, a girl with dark brown, almost black hair with darker skin than the others but Quentin's exact sky blue eyes , a last boy with auburn hair, a black haired girl who looked nearly identical to Rini, and the last one, a girl with bouncy blonde curls and merry dark eyes. All of them were dressed in fine clothing and they were all gathered around Quentin and Rini while the court painter was in front of them."
6852,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=525,2014-12-29T19:43:00,Tomia,"Quentin's day actually turned out much better than he expected. Not only were he and Rini finally together, but he actually had a great time with her friends. He enjoyed spending time with them and realized that maybe court life wasn't that bad after all. Quentin was sad that the day had ended, but he was very tired so after he had said goodnight to Rini, he headed to his room for some rest. When he fell asleep though he started to have strange dreams. He saw himself and Rini sitting together and watching the stars from a tower roof one night. Then the scene changed to their wedding day, the two dancing together happily. Then suddenly they were taking care of young children together, sharing a short kiss as they held two young children in their arms. Finally he was Rini and him sitting around a table with children that must have been theirs based on their looks. Quentin didn't know it, but he actually smiled in his sleep a little that night."
6853,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=525,2014-12-29T21:25:00,The Greater States of Valyria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Tomia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321740&amp;p=22955991#p22955991"">wrote</a>:</cite>Darmis listened to Xalvador as they walked through the town. ""I'm sorry to hear about your parents. Many men and women have lost their families to Garax's reign of terror. That's why we need to stop him."" He said. Eventually they reached a weapons shop and Darmis began to browse for something he liked.</div></blockquote><br/>""Should I...purchase a sword...or some other weapon if I am going to be traveling with your group. I understand the need for such things. I've never actually wielded a sword in my entire life, though,"" Xalvador stutters this out nervously. This is quite a break from his smooth, eloquent style of speaking typical to his messages and everyday conversations, but he really never has held a weapon in his entire life."
6854,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=525,2014-12-29T21:29:00,Nuridia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Next Morning</span><br/>Rini got up in the morning still thinking about her dream from last night. She had come to realize a few things, she was in a relationship with Quentin now, he seemed to be the jealous type and that she was dreaming about their future. She made up her mind not to tell him about it, their relationship only just started and that dream might scare him off. Getting ready, she dressed in a much simpler gown of black satin and white brocade with much less jewelry and makeup than she wore the other day and headed to wake Quentin for breakfast while cradling Apaztli in her arms. It seems that she's gotten used to bearing the young dragon's weight as he snuggled against her. In Olantis, Ellie and Elia woke up as the sky started to lighten and the deep hazy color reflected in through the windows, signs that the sun was coming up but the stars were still out some. They were so excited to see Fiona and Kaden and were happy that they were there with them. After taking a bath, they got dressed in gowns that reflected the colors of the ocean and the moon, very simple gowns than the ones they would normally wear. Elia wanted to go see Khione and Ellie petted the sleeping Zaphira but this was a ritual that they did every morning. Taking up silk shawls and putting them over their heads, blue for Ellie and green for Elia, the two quietly walked through the castle with Ellie holding an ebony box as they went down to the ocean's edge at the beach and knelt in the sand for early morning prayers. They always did this before the sun fully came up."
6855,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=525,2014-12-29T21:46:00,Tomia,"Darmis was quite surprised at Xalvador's words, ""You've never held a blade before?"" He asked him. That was a very unusual thing to Darmis, being a solider was he had ever known. He looked over the available selections and handed a medium sized knife to Xalvador. ""Here this should do you well."" He told him. The blade had a firm grip and a slightly curved handle. The blade was solid steel and glimmered in the light. It was simple, but reliable and in good condition.<br/>Quentin woke up that morning and bathed himself before getting ready for the day. He didn't think he should tell Rini about his dreams just yet. He didn't want to freak her out about what he saw. He dressed in simple pants and a doublet. They were well enough made clothes, but he was used to wearing armor. Still, they felt rather comfortable. He heard a knock on the door and smiled, sure it must be Rini. He answered the door and saw that Rini was wearing much more simple clothes than usual. Quentin smiled, ""Good morning Rini, you look beautiful today."" He told her sincerely, very glad to see her. Shadow meanwhile saw Apaztli in Rini's arms and screeched playfully at him, almost in greeting.<br/>Kaden and Fiona were both still asleep as they had had a long and exhausting journey the day before. Fiona was still sleeping next to Khione and Ajax, who were snuggling together for warmth."
6856,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=525,2014-12-30T11:21:00,Nuridia,"""Hey Quentin, you look much more comfortable today."" ""But it's probably much more different than armor for you, how did you sleep?"" Rini asked Quentin cheerfully. Apaztli heard Shadow screech at him and snapped at her playfuly, Rini set him down so he could run about. ""Father said he had something that he wanted to present to me, I wonder what it is?"" The pearl embroidered hood she wore was made of black damask, it nearly matched her hair in color."
6857,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=525,2014-12-30T11:33:00,Tomia,"""I slept well Rini, I hope yours was the same."" Quentin smiled at her, giving her a warm hug when she set Apaztli down. ""I'm not sure what your father could want to present to you. I'm sure it will be nice though, you're parents seemed to be much more attentive now then you told me they were."" Quentin said to Rini. Meanwhile Shadow nudged Apaztli playfully when he was put on the ground. He was bigger than her, but Shadow was very fast."
6858,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=525,2014-12-30T12:36:00,Nuridia,"Apatzli headbutted Shadow back playfully and Rini couldn't help but smile as she watched the dragons play. It seemed like that they would make really good friends. She walked off to the royal gardens where the family was gathered around under a tree and large parasols and seated on blankets and the fine carved stone benches with the food in baskets looking around at the beautiful garden view. In Olantis, Ellie and Elia had finished their prayers and stood up, dusting the sand off of their gowns and went to go see if their dragons and their guests were awake."
6859,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=525,2014-12-30T12:55:00,Tomia,"Quentin walked off with Rini and Shadow followed behind, motioning for Apaztli to come with them. Quentin was surprised when they entered the royal gardens and saw Rini's family sitting under a tree. ""Wow Rini, this place is beautiful."" Quentin said to her as they walked. He decided to take her hand as they walked and held it gently.<br/>Fiona had started to stir from her sleep even though it was still early. Ajax was still curled up asleep so Fiona decided to bath and get ready for the day. She had a surprise for Fiona she hoped she liked. She had bought a beautiful blue dress that reminded her of Elia. She had wrapped it up and planned on giving it to Elia as a gift that morning. She was so happy to be back with her. Now they could really spend time together as a couple."
6860,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=525,2014-12-30T18:36:00,Nuridia,"Rini felt Quentin take her hand and then squeezed his back gently as they made their way over to the rest of the family. ""What made you all decide on a picnic?"" ""It's beautiful but you know I hate dirt and insects."" Rini asked, partially joking. ""It was a beautiful day, and the setting was nice."" King Louis called back. In Olantis, Elia walked by Fiona's room where the door was still closed. Khione saw the flash of green skirts that were Elia's under the door and screeched happyly, leaping off the bed and running to the door, clawing on it. Elia couldn't help but smile as she recognized her dragon's sound. ""My baby."" ""Hello."" Elia knelt by the door, sticking her hand under it to pet the little dragon. She didn't open it because she didn' t know if Fiona was dressing or not."
6861,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=525,2014-12-30T19:14:00,Tomia,"Quentin smiled when Rini squeezed his hand and couldn't help but chuckle at Rini's words. He loved the outdoors himself, and could tell Rini was coming around to it a little as well. ""I think this is a beautiful place for a picnic your majesty."" He said to the king. He turned to Rini, still holding her hand. ""Will you sit with me my lady?"" He asked her with a smile.<br/>Fiona meanwhile was changing into a gown herself when Khione began scratching at the door. She heard Elia's voice and knew she had to get ready quick. ""I'll be right out Elia."" She called to her. She was changing into a red gown that she thought was pretty. Even though she didn't wear gowns a lot she had started to more since she met Elia. Once she was dressed she opened the door and smiled at Elia, giving her a kiss hello. ""Good morning, Elia."" She smiled, the gift she intended to give in her hands, wrapped in cloth. ""Here, I got something for you."" Fiona said, handing Elia the wrapped gown.<br/>Kaden and Phoebe started to stir as well and Kaden began to get dressed, excited to see Ellie that morning."
6862,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=525,2014-12-30T20:20:00,Nuridia,"The king smiled and nodded to Quentin and Rini turned to him at his comment. ""Well that seems reasonable."" ""I've never been one to turn down a noble request."" Rini smiled and sat down with Quentin. Rini wondered why her father had chosen outside of all places and also what he had to present to her. In Olantis, Elia scooped up her little dragon and snugged her and then kissed Fiona back happily when she said hello. ""Hello darling, I hope you slept well."" 'You look stunning."" She then took the present that Fiona gave to her. ""Fiona, you didn't have to get me anything."" she said and gasped happily as she opened it. ""How beautiful!"" ""Fiona, this is amazing."" ""I'll wear it every chance I get, thank you!"" Elia kissed Fiona in thanks."
6863,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=525,2014-12-30T20:37:00,Tomia,"Quentin smiled when Rini sat down next to him, ""Well that's kind of you. I've never sat down with a princess before."" He smiled back. He put his arm gently around her waist, hoping she wouldn't mind.<br/>Elia smiled at Elia's compliment and how she called her darling. ""Thank you sweetie. I wanted to look nice for you today."" She was then very pleased with Elia's reaction to the gift, glad she could make her happy. She kissed Elia back happily and wrapped her arms around her waist, careful not the squeeze Khione between them. She pulled away after a little while, a little breathless. ""You're welcome Elia. I wanted to thank you for how great you've been to me. Your the most loving and caring partner I could have asked for."" Fiona said sincerely."
6864,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=525,2014-12-31T17:49:00,Nuridia,"""Well naturally I'm kind to those that I care about."" ""Care to join me for breakfast?"" Elia asked Fiona with a dazzling smile. Meanwhile Ellie was knocking on Kaden's door to check if he was awake. ""Kaden, are you up?"" ""It's okay if you're not, I just wanted to check on you."" Ellie said before walking away. Rini was with Quentin, enjoying his company and the company of her family in the royal gardens. ""Rini, I said there was a thing that I wished to present to you."" King Louis announced, beckoning a servant to bring him a black velvet covered box embroidered with a dragon in gold. ""Is it a new tiara?"" Rini asked, half joking. ""Good guess, but no."" ""I wanted to make sure that you were ready for this, and the growth that I've seen means that it's time."" Rini took the box from her father and opened it gently. She gasped at the contents inside, it was a necklace with a wide heavy golden band in a pattern like dragon's scales, with some silver in it too. There were five large gemstones set around the necklace, slashed with black down the middle like the eyes of some great reptile. One was blue, the other red and swirled with orange, one was as pale as a gray opal, one was greenish-brown like an emerald and the last one was nearly jet black and swirled with violet. They looked alive and pulsed with magic, the swirls seemed to be alive and hanging from it were golden ornaments that resembled the teeth and claws of a dragon. ""Father, this is.."" Rini said in shock. King Louis smiled. ""The Eye of Taelos, symbol of the heir to the throne and of the monarch."" ""It now belongs to you, my daughter."" Queen Marie couldn't believe her eyes at this moment."
6865,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=525,2014-12-31T18:06:00,Tomia,"Fiona smiled brightly at Elia. ""Of course, I'd love to join you for breakfast."" She grinned, taking Elia's hand and following her out of the room. Ajax hopped off the bed and followed after them.<br/>Kaden smiled brightly when he heard Ellie's voice through the door. He quickly finished getting dressed in a set of light armor and and opened the door to let Ellie in. He saw her walked away and headed toward her, ""Ellie, wait up!"" He called after her and taking her hands when he caught up to her. ""Good morning, it's great to see you."" He said smiling. Phoebe came running too, nuzzling against Elia's leg affectionately in greeting.<br/>Quentin was sitting with Rini and was shocked when he saw the shining necklace the King presented to Rini. ""Wow Rini, it'd beautiful. The gems look so powerful, like they're alive. What is?"" He asked curiously."
6866,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=525,2014-12-31T18:45:00,Nuridia,"""It was forged when Charles the Dragonsbane slayed the fearsome three headed dragon Taelos that had been attacking our lands."" ""To make a symbol of the monarchy, he took the dragon's six eyes, the sixth eye was forged into the Saint Charles' Crown which all Marseille monarchs are crowned with."" ""The first five he forged, along with the beast's scales, teeth, and claws into a magical substance resembling metal and gems as to preserve them."" ""So these stones, are real dragon's eyes."" Louis announced. Ellie grinned at Kaden and pet Phoebe while Zaphira was riding her back. ""Well, it seems that you're not the only one happy to see me."" ""I've been wonderful Kaden, how have you been?"" Ellie asked.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Amalia ""Molly"" Darlius</span><br/>In the Beldieu Castle in Romalia, said to be one of the most beautiful places and kingdoms in the land, a young girl sat by the window in her elegant room embroidering a picture. She had flowing brown hair that curled wildly to below her shoulders, and the gown she wore was deep blue trimmed with gold to show off the golden flecks in her soft brown eyes. A younger boy with red-gold hair was busy playing with a model knight on the floor. ""Amalia, Henry!"" a voice called through the door. Amalia turned to it, her curls bouncing as her head moved to reveal a tall and fit man dressed elegantly in silver. His dark hair was closely cropped and his hazel eyes seemed sad and tired as they often were. Frederick Darlius, brother of the late king had endured a lot of sleepless nights in guilt for not being there to save his brother from that evil bastard murderer Garax. Garax would pay one day, this is what he promised. ""Father, have you been asleep lately?"" ""I only want you to get better."" Amalia ran up to hug her father who hugged her back tightly. ""My dear, have your visions stopped?"" Frederick asked. Amalia shook her head. ""No, I still see the same thing."" ""A young farm boy who looks a bit like my late uncle from the way you described him, he's a bit younger than I am."" ""He travels with others, and there is a church and a group of knights."" ""My head hurts from them, what could it mean?"" ""You said our entire family was gone."" Amalia wondered, looking up at her father."
6867,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=550,2014-12-31T18:51:00,Tomia,"""Wow, that sounds like an amazing story. This necklace must be very powerful."" Quentin said in awe of it, looking at it closely. Shadow stared at it as well, it was very shiny. She seed to be able to tell it came from a dragon.<br/>Kaden smiled at Ellie. ""My night was nice Ellie. Your home is very nice. I couldn't wait to see you in the morning though."" He said honestly, hugging her softly."
6868,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=550,2015-01-01T11:37:00,Nuridia,"""Papa, I can't take this."" Rini said. Louis looked at her. ""Of course you can, this necklace is yours by right and now you've earned it."" Queen Marie frowned a little at something and suddenly was adjusting the ruffles on little Marie's elbow length gown sleeves and the medals on Louis' coat and smiled at Rini in arpproval. Rini was stunned but then she dipped her head in thanks. She lifted herheavy black hair off of her neck and Louis fastened the office-chain looking necklace on her neck. The necklace glowed with a white light and turned from a man's office chain into a much more feminine choker style. ""Quentin, I can't believe it."" ""The Eye of Taelos, it's finally mine."" Rini gasped. Meanwhile Ellie smiled at Kaden. ""Thanks, I love the way it is."" ""It's even better now that you're here."" Ellie said, returning Kaden's hug."
6869,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=550,2015-01-01T11:53:00,Tomia,"Quentin smiled as he watched the exchange between Rini her father. He was amazed at how much she had grown in the short time since they had met. He was amazed when the necklace suddenly transformed around Rini's neck. He smiled when Rini turned to him, ""It looks beautiful on you Rini. You deserve to wear it."" He told her sincerely.<br/>Meanwhile a man stepped off a ship in the port of the capital of Marseille. He was a large man with thick black hair and a thin beard covering his face. His face was a kind and friendly one, having a round shape had welcoming blue eyes. He was Maxis Alrean, or Max as most people called him. He was a talented blacksmith and was here to visit his son who had told him he was on vacation in this country. Maxis was shocked to hear that Quentin had met a princess and decided he would come visit as a surprise. Once off the ship he headed towards the palace, shocked and amazed by all the sights he saw on the way.<br/>Kaden smiled at Ellie's words, he really enjoyed being with her again. His trip had been worth it, but it was also very lonely. ""Do you think we could take a trip to your capital today? I would really love to see emote of your country."" Kaden told the princess."
6870,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=550,2015-01-01T15:07:00,Nuridia,"""We can go out to the capital after dinner, you know."" ""I'd like to show you all around Olantis, it'll be awesome."" Ellie grinned, meeting Elia at the breakfast hall where she was setting up the breakfast table with all the food and things. ""Ellie and I made some of these things."" Elia said. Meanwhile, Rini smiled at Quentin and took a bite of her breakfast while the guards posted at the gates of the palace saw a black haired man approach. ""State your business sir, what business do you have with the palace?"" the guard asked Maxis, not rudely but with that way that guards are trained to speak. ""Wait, you're not from around here are you?"" ""I've never seen you before, are you a foreign dignitary?"" ""Or a merchant with business for the king?"" the first guard asked. The scond guard turned to him. ""If he is a merchant he's probably for the Queen or the Princess Irina, gods know that they're probably being sent fabric swatches for new gown and shoe orders."" the second one said. ""I think the Princess' kidnapping changed her for the better, no packages have been ordered for weeks."" he answereed back."
6871,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=550,2015-01-01T15:28:00,Tomia,"Kaden returned Ellie's grin. ""That sounds great. I'm sure it'll be even better because you're there with me."" He told her, smiling. They entered the breakfast and saw Elia preparing things for them. Fiona was with her, helping her set up. Fiona smiled at Elia's words, ""Well that was very nice of you too. If you ever need any help while we're here I'd be happy too. I want to help out while I'm staying here after all.""<br/>Maxis reached the guards and gave them a bright smile in greeting. ""Hello there, I'm Maxis Alrean. I'm a blacksmith from Hardrast. I'm here to see my son, Quentin. He said in his letters that he is staying here as a guest of the princess."""
6872,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=550,2015-01-01T17:27:00,Nuridia,"""That's nice of you."" ""But you're guests, you don't have to do work while here."" Elia told Fiona as she sat down next to Fiona and reached for a tall pitcher of juice in the middle of the table. In Marseille the guards were with Quentin's father. ""Sir Alrean is your son?"" the guard questioned and then looked at Maxis closely. ""You do look like him."" ""And you certainly have the appearance of a blacksmith."" ""You may enter."" The guards opened the palace gates and let Maxis inside, directing him to where the royal family was. Rini suddenly wished that she had worn a lighter gown, she was lying on the grass and had kicked her shoes off and taken the hood off of her head so her hair was spread out around her and her feet were only covered by the white satin stockings she wore. Marie looked at her. ""Rini, everyone can see your petticoats!"" ""And you're baring skin young lady!"" the queen whispered in shock. ""Only my legs, which are in stockings and by the way are pretty fantastic."" ""Compared to the decolletage that's fashionable, this isn't much."" Rini said, stretching out her anke to prove a point. Young Louis laughed. ""Where did my big sister go?"" he questioned. Rini was much changed."
6873,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=550,2015-01-01T17:43:00,Tomia,"Fiona smiled at Elia and helped herself to some breakfast as she sat down next to Elia. Ajax and Phoebe had joined their owners and sat in their laps. Phoebe reached up for a piece of bacon on Kaden's plate, making him smile.<br/>Quentin was surprised a little by Rini's behavior but couldn't help but smile. She was certainly more relaxed than usual and was a little surprised when she took off her shoes. He chuckled at her comment about own legs and held her a little closer to him, resting his head on hers gently.<br/>Maxis smiled and nodded to the guards when they let him in. He followed them toward the royal gardens where he saw a well dressed family sitting together having breakfast under a tree. He then suddenly saw Quentin sitting with a very pretty girl. They seemed quite affectionate. ""Quentin my boy!"" He called out suddenly, walking toward him. Quentin was shocked when he saw his father. He gently untangled himself from Rini and got up from under the tree. He was soon running toward the large blacksmith. The two hugged tightly. ""Father! It's so good to see you! I can't believe you're here."" Quentin said in shock as they hugged. ""I read your letters and I couldn't miss the opportunity to visit you here. This place is certainly interesting!"" Quentin's father grinned."
6874,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=550,2015-01-01T18:09:00,Nuridia,"Rini snuggled against Quentin in a very free fashion when he laid his head against hers. She then saw a man coming toward them with a smile, he was large with blue eyes and black hair just like her but the resemblance between he and Quentin was undeniable. Rini's eyes widened when Quentin ran toward the man and called him father. So this was Quentin's father? How did he know where they were? But he seemed kind, and if he raised a son like Quentin he couldn't be bad at all. Rini waved in their direction and Louis stood up. ""Welcome to Marseille, Mr. Alrean."" ""It's a pleasant surprise to see you."" King Louis said. In Olantis, Ellie and Elia fed their dragons and had breakfast. Elia decided to speak to Fiona. ""Fiona, I was thinking."" ""Is there anything you'd like to do while here, explore the capital or maybe have a ball even?"" ""I haven't hosted one in a long while or maybe we can go to the practice range."" ""It's where my father, brother and all the noble boys practice their weapons."" Elia said, Ellie was bent over her embroidery sewing a flower."
6875,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=550,2015-01-01T18:47:00,Tomia,"After Quentin and his father broke their hug Quentin led him back toward the tree to meet everyone. Maxis heard Louis greet him and knew he must be the king. ""It's an honor to meet you your majesty. My son has told me a lot about all of you."" Quentin turned back to his father. ""Father, this is King Louis and Queen Marie."" He told him. He introduced all the younger princes and princesses until he got to Rini. Quentin was a little nervous about introducing Rini. He wasn't sure what to introduce her as. ""Dad, this is Rini. She's my girlfriend."" He said confidently, smiling at Rini. ""She's the princess of Marseille. We met in Adrea, when she was captured by mercenaries."" Maxis smiled at the news. ""So this is the girl who stole my boy's heart eh?"" He said playfully, patting Quentin on the back. He turned to Rini. ""It's an honor to meet you princess. My boy has been writing to me about you for weeks. I must say, he hasn't lied about your beauty."" That made Quentin blush furiously.<br/>Fiona listed to Elia as she ate. She had trouble deciding about the options. Exploring the capital seemed great, but she would also love to go to the training ground. Also, even though balls weren't her kind of thing, she knew Elia would enjoy it, and couldn't say she would mind dancing with her. She finally grinned and spoke up, ""How about all three?"" She asked with a smile. ""We should be able to stay for at least a few days after all and I want to do as much with you as possible."" She said to Elia."
6876,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=550,2015-01-01T19:21:00,Nuridia,"Elia squealed with happiness and kissed Fiona's cheek, pulling her into a tight hug. Rini blushed brightly at the compliments that Quentin's father gave her. He was very kind, but certainly tactless. Much more tactless than Quentin had been. ""Why thank you, Mr. Alrean."" Louis then spoke up. ""I'm sure he has, you seem quite excited."" ""So tell me, have you emjoyed what you;ve seen of our country?"" the king asked."
6877,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=550,2015-01-01T19:28:00,Tomia,"Fiona couldn't help but smile when she heard Elia's squelch and then felt her kiss her cheek and pull into a hug. Fiona was a little surprised by how tight Elia was holding her, but she didn't mind it at all and held her back. ""Well you certainly seem happy."" She grinned at the princess. ""What would you like to do first sweetie? Maybe we should go to the city first. I'm not dressed for the training yard after all.""<br/>Maxis nodded to the king. ""I've enjoyed your country very much since I've been here. It's much different from my home, and very beautiful."" He said to the king. ""I've be never seen so many people dressed up as well."" He added jokingly."
6878,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=550,2015-01-01T20:21:00,Nuridia,"""Well fashions in Marseille are ever-changing."" ""Who knows, Rini here may have to discard half her wardrobe tomorrow."" the king half-joked, because even though it was the truth it was funny. ""Well if that's the case, I know exactly what to do."" ""I'll sell the gowns and give most of the money to somebody who needs it much more than us."" Rini said to her father. It was much more relaxed in Olantis. ""It would be perfect to go into the city."" 'What should we do, walk, ride, or should I order a carriage to take us?"" Elia wondered to Fiona as Ellie was finishing up her breakfast."
6879,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=550,2015-01-01T20:28:00,Tomia,"Quentin was very impressed by Rini'a response to her father's joke, but couldn't help but be surprised. Rini had changed so much since he met her it was almost startling, but they were definitely good changes. He felt the quest with the dragons had had a great effect on her and taught her empathy. ""Wow Rini, that's amazing of you."" Quentin told her sincerely, taking her hand. Maxis smiled and nodded, ""It sure is. I never knew royalty could be so kind. You as it sound like our old king. He was a great man, I worked the forge for him for a short while. That is, until that tyranny Garax murdered him."" Maxis' usual smile disappeared when he spoke of Garax. He had no love for him at all.<br/>Fiona thought about Elia's question. ""Well, if it's not to far walking could be nice. It seems like a beautiful day out."" Kaden turned to Ellie who he was sitting next to. ""Hey Ellie, you wanna go with them? Visiting the city sounds like fun."" He asked her."
6880,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=550,2015-01-01T21:52:00,Nuridia,"""Normally, I would've given them away to my ladies and friends, or maybe throw them out but I did used to sell a few before."" ""But the world is changing, I learned that you can go from having everything to having nothing in a strange land, not even your parents."" Rini said, thinking about how she was kidnapped form the palace gates and taken to Adrea. Quentin had saved her that day and he didn't even need to. ""Sir, your son saved my life that day."" ""And my life changed forever."" Rini told Quentin's father. Ellie then looked at Kaden in the Olantis palace. ""Well, we already made plans to go to the city anyway, why not?"" she said. Elia stood up. ""Let's head out while it's still early in the day, I have to go change."" she went into the room to get a new gown. Not the one that Fiona had given her yet although she longed to wear it, she would save that piece for the ball and surprise her partner. If she wore it while walking through the city streets, it would get dirty or ruined."
6881,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=550,2015-01-01T22:10:00,Tomia,"Quentin looked at Rini appreciatively and with respect. He realized how much that moment when he saved her meant to her. It was amazing to think that he had changed her life that day. He squeezed her hand gently. Maxis nodded to Rini, ""Well, Quentin has always been a caring boy. I'm glad that you two met. You seem good for each other."" He told Rini sincerely.<br/>Kaden smiled at Ellie, ""Well great, I can't wait to see the city. It'll be even better with you."" He told her, giving her a kiss on the cheek. Fiona nodded to Elia and watched her leave. She then gathered up Ajax and started to get ready to leave as well. She realized since she was wearing the only nice gown she had brought, she would need another one for the ball. She would have to ask Elia for one. They were about the same size after all."
6882,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=550,2015-01-02T13:59:00,Nuridia,"""Yes, he'll be the perfect man for the future Queen of Marseille."" Rini told Maxis. She plucked a wide, rough blade of grass from he green lawn and began to whistle a nondescript song on it as best she could. She missed quite some notes and sometimes no whistles came out but it was okay for a second or third try. She had learned how to do it on their quests when she saw sme kids do it in the towns, it was actually quite fun but she did need practice. Apaztli meanwhile was chasing after butterflies and bees and things. Meanwhile Elia came out dressed in a purple walking gown and some sturdy shoes. ""I'm rea...where's Fiona?"" she wondered, not seeing her in the breakfast hall. 'She went t go get ready."" Ellie spoke up from her place beside Kaden."
6883,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=550,2015-01-02T14:46:00,Tomia,"Quentin smiled at Rini's words taking her hand. ""You're the perfect woman for me Rini."" He told her. He listened to her whistle and smiled. He remembered hearing her practice during their adventure. ""You're getting better Rini, it sounds nice."" He told her sincerely. Shadow was running around with Apaztli, chasing the insects with him.<br/>Fiona cleaned up and came back downstairs, wearing, ""the same gown. She smiled when she saw Elia waiting in a beautiful gown. She kissed her in greeting, ""You look beautiful. I'm ready to go sweetie. Sorry if I held us up."""
6884,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=550,2015-01-02T18:19:00,Nuridia,"""You didn't hold us up, you look amazing."" ""Now let's go and see the city."" Elia said, taking Fiona by the hand and leading her out of the castle. Ellie grabbed her sunhat and followed behind, making sure Kaden was ready as well. In Olantis, Rini spoke up. ""Thanks Quentin."" ""So, now that you're here Mr. Alrean, would you and Quentin like to see the capital?"" ""It's very pretty during this time of year."" Rini sat up and plucked some of the grasses out of her hair, whistling and Apaztli came running to her and perched on her lap. Suddenly the king grimaced and doubled over slightly, he looked pained. ""Louis!"" Marie flew over to him, the worry in her big blue eyes obvious. ""Papa, are you alright?"" Rini asked with concern. ""I'm fine, just a stomach bug is all."" the king gasped a little, sitting up straight."
6885,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=550,2015-01-02T18:26:00,Tomia,"Fiona smiled at Elia's words and followed her happily when she took her hand and led her out of the castle. Kaden followed them and walked with Ellie, taking her hand as they walked together.<br/>Quentin grinned at Rini's idea. ""That sounds great Rini, I'd love to see your city."" Maxis nodded, ""Sounds fine with me, I would certainly like to see more of it after all."" Quentin looked a little alarmed when Louis fell over and insisted he was fine. ""Are you sure? You look in pain. Should we get someone to help you?"" Quentin asked the king."
6886,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=550,2015-01-02T18:47:00,Nuridia,"""It will blow over, it has to."" the king told Quentin as he leaned back against the tree. Marie sat down beside him and whispered. ""Louis, you must tell her."" ""You have to see the sugeon!"" she whispered fiercely to her husband. ""Oh no, Rini has a duty to the world now."" ""If she is worried about what's going on at home she'll never leave, and I am not seeing that surgeon."" ""It's dangerous and often fatal."" Marie clenched her fist. 'Less dangerous than doing nothing!"" ""You have a family, a kingdom!"" ""What will happen if..."" she hissed. Louis was beginning to feel better and he sat up straighter. ""I'll be okay, I've recomvered from much worse."" the king insisted. ""I am dragging you to the physician whether you wish it or not!"" Marie snapped, still whispering. In Olantis, the two princesses and their partners stepped out into the sunlight. There was greenery anf flowers for miles around, and you could hear the call of the seabirds and the white sands of the beach was straight ahead. ""The capital's a few miles away, it's a beautiful town."" Elia told Fiona and Kaden."
6887,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=550,2015-01-02T19:00:00,Tomia,"Quentin didn't seem convinced by Louis' words and then heard the dispute between him and the queen. He figured they should be given space to have this discussion in private. He turned to Rini, ""So should we head to the city now?"" He asked her, trying to change the subject.<br/>Fiona and Kaden admired the city as they each walked with their princess. ""It certainly seems so, I can't wait to see it. Your country is beautiful, but not as beautiful as you. You put all this scenery to shame."" Fiona said smiling. She had her arm around Elia's waist and held her close. She liked being close to her. ""I wonder what the capital in Adrea is like."" Kaden said to Ellie. ""I'd like to see where my family lived."""
6888,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=550,2015-01-02T19:34:00,Nuridia,"Rini looked at her father with concern and didn't seem to hear Quentin until she turned around after an assuring nod from the king. ""I suppose we should."" Rini said, obviously distracted and held Apatzli to her chest. Meanwhile Elia grinned at Fiona's words and blushed. ""The sun is shining much brighter today."" ""It's probably jealous of the way your hair shines and is trying to compete."" Elia said, leaning against Fiona. Ellie looked up at Kaden. ""I think you'll see where they lived Kaden, I believe they're at peace now and are watching over you."" she told him."
6889,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=550,2015-01-02T19:50:00,Tomia,"Quentin nodded to Rini, though he could tell she was distracted. Shadow followed behind the three of them as they walked out of the garden. Quentin put his arm around Rini, ""Hey, it'll be alright. I promise."" ""I'll always be there for you."" He told her sincerely.<br/>Fiona smiled and blushed at Elia's words. ""Well, that's certainly sweet of you to say. It's an honor to be your sun."" She told Elia happily.<br/>Kaden smiled at Ellie and squeezed her hand in thanks. ""I appreciate Ellie. That means a lot to me. You always know what to say to cheer me up don't you?"""
6890,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=550,2015-01-02T21:18:00,Nuridia,"""I believe that, and thank you."" ""But us being there for each other isn't going to save Papa's life."" ""I'm worried about him, I've seen him like this ever since we came back and I've had to pretend I'm not noticing."" ""It's all so frustrating!"" ""I don't want to lose him, we're mending our relationship and I'm not ready to be queen!"" Rini cried to Quentin, setting Apaztli to walk next to her and throwing her hands up. Elia and Ellie were with their partners and after a pleasant walk they made it to the gates of the city of Thetis. The stone gate pillars were carved with mermaids, seashells, ships and waves and through the iron bars you could see a bustling town with merchants selling their wares, people pushing carts and riding horses, boxes being caried to the fine ladies from the tailors' stores and the smell of freshy caught and freshly cooking seafood mingled with the salt air. ""Wonderful isn't it?"" Ellie breathed as the gates opened."
6891,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=550,2015-01-02T21:52:00,Tomia,"Quentin frowned, he didn't like seeing Rini upset and wasn't sure how to comfort her. ""Hey, please don't get up set Rini. Your father's doctors will look at him. They'll help him. He wouldn't want you to worry, that's why he hasn't told you. He loves you."" Quentin said, trying to assure her.<br/>Fiona and Kaden were in awe when they saw the beautiful city before them. The sights and art were incredible as well as the smells of seafood that filled the air. It seemed so large and full of opportunity. ""Wow, it's amazing."" Kaden said in awe. ""Ya, there's so much to do here. There's so many sights and smells, it's incredible."" Fiona said in agreement, holding Elia's hand as they walked into the city."
6892,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=575,2015-01-02T22:52:00,Nuridia,"""I know he loves me, but that's no excuse to neglect his health!"" Rini sighed as they walked toward the capital. The streets were packed with people who smiled and waved to Rini and she smiled and waved back, trying to keep the worry out of her face. In Olantis, Elia agreed at Fiona's words. ""Come on, let's go and check out the traders' market!"" Ellie said like an excited little child."
6893,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=575,2015-01-02T23:21:00,Tomia,"""I know Rini, you're right."" Quentin said to Rini, trying to comfort her. Maxis was looking around the city in awe not really paying attention to Rini and Quentin's discussion. Quentin was impressed by the city but was trying to find a way to cheer Rini up. ""Hey, how about we check out the shops Rini, I'm sure that will make you feel better right?"" He asked hopefully. He was clearly doing his best to try to make her happy again.<br/>Kaden chuckled at Ellie's words and followed her hurried pace. Fiona went along with Elia as well. The market was amazing, there was so much to see and do, it was incredible. Kaden had received some money from the church since they had started this quest. It was a small part of what was left of his family fortune. He decided to see if there was something he wanted to buy. He then saw a stand that seemed to have cool artifacts and items. His eye was caught by a book of water magic techniques and healing techniques as well. He knew he wanted to but it for Ellie. She would love it and it would come in handy in their adventures. He picked it up and bought it with the money he had. He was excited to give it to Ellie."
6894,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=575,2015-01-03T13:03:00,Nuridia,"'I don't feel like buying anything today, I suggest maybe we can go to the merchant's district, or riding."" Rini said at Quentin's suggestions. Meanwhile Ellie and Elia were busy browsing the stalls and Ellie was going through a box of magical jewels."
6895,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=575,2015-01-03T15:21:00,Tomia,"Quentin was surprised and a little worried when Toni said she didn't want to shop, but he tried not to let<br/>It bother him. He was determined to cheer her up, if only a little.<br/>Meanwhile Fiona was looking around the shops with Elia, very much enjoying her company. Kaden headed back to Ellie, with the book in his hands. ""Hey Ellie, I bought you something. I thought you'd like this."" He said handing her the book with a brown cover that had the symbol of water imprinted on it."
6896,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=575,2015-01-03T16:34:00,Nuridia,"""Kaden, this is....this is a great gift!"" Ellie said, picking up the book. ""You didn't have to get me anything, I mean you're the guests in this country."" Ellie said to Kaden, blushing. Elia smiled at how happy Kaden seemed to make Ellie. In Marseille, Rini was walkng through the capital city where some children where playing in the streets and people were carrying baskets of cheeses, bread and vegetables around. Some of the children waved to Rini and she waved back. A hoop they were playing with rolled toward Rini and she pushed it back toward them with a smile at how happy they were. She always loved little children and their blissful carefree innocence."
6897,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=575,2015-01-03T18:09:00,Tomia,"Quentin was glad to see Rini happy as they walked through the city. He could tell that she liked children and was relieved to see her smile. He held her hand as they watched them, ""So you wanna go for that horse ride now sweetie? That seems fun, and we'll get to see your countryside."" He said as his father marveled at the markets around him.<br/>Kaden smiled at Ellie's response, glad that she liked it. ""Well, I wanted to. You've made me feel welcome here, and not even to mention everything you've done for me since we've met. I don't know what I'd do without you."" He told her sincerely. Fiona smiled at the exchange. ""They're so cute."" She said to Elia as she held the princess' hand."
6898,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=575,2015-01-04T08:16:00,Nuridia,"""Yeah, they're absolutely adorable."" ""So, would you like to go check out the weapon's stall or maybe go see the fortune teller?"" Elia asked Fiona, still holding her hand. Ellie blushed at Kaden't words and couldn't really speak, it was amazing that they felt so strong about each other in such a short amount of time. In Marseille, Rini was suprised by Quentin's form of address and at his question. ""Well the public stables are only a few more feet away so I guess that's good."" Rini said, blushing."
6899,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=575,2015-01-04T08:54:00,Tomia,"""You have a fortune teller? That sounds pretty cool. Let's go there."" Fiona said to Elia as they held hands. She liked being close to her. It felt nice after such a long time on her own. Kaden just smiled at Ellie, wondering what she was thinking a bit. ""So, what do you want to do Ellie? You know the city best after all.""<br/>Quentin smiled at Rini and nodded, following her along with his father toward the stable."
6900,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=575,2015-01-04T10:12:00,Nuridia,"""Yeah, she's one of the best. They say that all of her predictions come true, especially the ones about romance."" Elia grinned, taking Fiona's hand and walking away with her. Ellie smiled at Kaden. ""Well my favorite place is the pools, I've always loved swimming."" ""It's very fun and this is perfect weather for it."" ""Have you ever been swimming before Kaden, back in Adrea?"" Ellie asked.<br/><br/>In Marseille they arrived at the stables which was in a nice-sized field. The farmer greeted Rini, Quentin and Maxis warmly and Rini greeted him back as they entered. As Rini looked through the stalls of horses and found a black and white one that looked strong with blazing gray eyes she caught a glimpse of something shining in the corner of her eye. Turning around to shield her eyes from the sun, Rini saw a shadow that appeared to be moving. But wait, shadows didn't run! She snuck closer and saw a man in a black cloak and a...plague mask? There hadn't been plague in her kingdom for hundreds of years, and doctors were the only ones who wore them now. Doctors who didn't want to be identified.She stepped a little closer and her eyes widened in shock. The man was carrying boxes, plain, unmarked boxes but there was something gold there. ""You there, halt!"" she shouted to the man, who took off and he looked like he was in fear of being discovered. ""Stop!"" Rini chased after him, and he ran as quickly as he could before Rini made a shallow pit in the earth, causing him to trip and fall but he caught the boxes. Rini ran over to him and then gasped at what she saw. The small bit of gold on the boxes was a fleur-de-lis, the symbol of her family! ""Who are you, and where are you going with these boxes!?"" Rini demanded firmly. The man shivered. ""Please don't hurt me, I mean no ha...Princess?"" ""Is that you? ""You've grown."" the man said, and Rini's eyes widened when she noticed the brown eyes behind the bird shaped mask. ""Dr. Carter!"" Rini was taken aback, this man was the head royal physician for years. ""What are you doing out here Doctor, and why are you wearing a mask and being all secretive? What's in these boxes?"" Rini whispered, fearful now. Dr. Carter cast his eyes away, not being able to look at her face. ""I was given the orders that this was to be carried out under the strictest confidence, not a soul was to be told."" ""A distraught daughter however I cannot deny. Gods forgive me but you deserve the truth. These boxes contain medicine, for His Majesty."" ""Nobody knows except a few apothecaries, we're to deliver them underground to the secret entrances of the palace and not be seen at all."" 'That is why we're masquerading as plague doctors."" Carter spoke. Rini dropped the bag of coins she was carrying and turned pale as a realization hit her. ""Father, he's hiding his illness from the people."" she said, her voice trembling as the doctor nodded. ""King Louis wants no knowledge of this getting out at all."" the doctor said shamefully."
6901,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=575,2015-01-04T12:26:00,Tomia,"Fiona grinned at Elia and followed her toward the fortune teller. Fiona wondered what she would say, she had never been to a fortune teller before.<br/>Kaden listened to Elia and was surprised when she suggested swimming. ""Well, I have swam a few times. There was a lake near our farm. I'd love to go swimming. That sounds like fun to me.""<br/>Quentin and Maxis followed along with Rini to the stables and saw a bunch of beautiful horses in the stables. As they were looking them over Quentin saw Rini run off after a strange looking man. ""Dad, I'll be right back."" Quentin told his father before running of to follow them. He saw Rini with the man and was very confused. He looked like a doctor of some sort. ""Rini, what's going on?"" He asked her, looking at the strange man a little suspiciously."
6902,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=575,2015-01-04T12:37:00,Nuridia,"Fiona and Elia traveled until they found a door carved with strange runes. ""We're here to see Madame la Trente."" ""We're getting out fortunes told!"" Elia said giddily. She enjoyed coming to the fortune teller, it was great fun even if it were real or not. Ellie nodded to Kaden. ""Great, we'll have to wait for Elia and Fiona to finish though."" the redhead said. In Marseille, Rini looked up at Quentin with distraught eyes. ""This man is my father's head physician. He's been smuggling medicine to the palace in secret, along with other apothecaries. They wear masks, travel through the pipes and the medicine's in plain unmarked boxes."" ""Father's...he's...he's gone through so much trouble to hide his condition. Even from the people, what could be wrong!?"" Rini said, turning away and Dr. Carter climbed out of the pit and put a hand on Rini's shoulder gently."
6903,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=575,2015-01-04T12:47:00,Tomia,"Fiona smiled at Elia's giddiness. ""I'm sure this going to be fun. I've never been to a fortune teller. I wonder what she'll say."" Fiona said, knocking on the strange door. Fiona was fascinated by it, it was archaic and mysterious.<br/>Kaden nodded to Ellie, ""Well do you want to look around a little until then. Do you guys have any temples or anything? That would be cool to see.""<br/>Quentin saw the distress in Rini's eyes. He saw the doctor and realized the situation. ""Rini I'm so sorry. I don't know why your father is hiding his condition, but the doctors will help him. There has to be something they can do."" He tried to reassure her."
6904,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=575,2015-01-04T18:59:00,Nuridia,"""I don't know."" Rini told Quentin simply and walked off, choosing a black and white spotted horse and rode off. She needed to think, she needed to be alone. She loved Quentin and knew he was only trying to do the best for her but she was tired and really didn't want people speaking to her right now. She wanted to be alone with her thoughts, to process this. In Olantis, Elia shrugged to Kaden as she didn't really have an idea and as Fiona and Elia entered the building there was a woman with flowing white hair draped in a gown and scarves of various colors and patterns. Her heasd was decorated with a multicolored turban threaded with gold and silver. ""Madame, it's us."" The woman turned flashing blue eyes to them, she still looked young and beautiful despite her white hair, but hers was a stately beauty. ""Princess Elia, do come in."" ""And who's your golden haired friend?"" she asked about Fiona. ""This is my partner Fiona, she's wonderful isn't she?"" Elia glowed, taking Fiona's hand."
6905,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=575,2015-01-04T19:16:00,Tomia,"Quentin frowned as Rini walked off, he wished she would be more open with him, but understood that she needed some space. He headed back to where her father was and Maxis looked at him curiously. ""Where's Rini?"" He asked curiously. Quentin shook his head, ""She needs a little space is all. Let's go check out the city."" He said to his father, trying to be as cheery as possible.<br/>Kaden thought about it for a moment, ""Well, what about the temples to your gods, those seem like they could be pretty cool."" Kaden said to Ellie.<br/>Fiona followed Elia into the room and was surprised when she saw the beautiful woman before them. Her hair was very white but she seemed young. It was a strange, but very beautiful look. She blushed at Elia's words and squeezed her hand in return. ""It's very nice to meet you madam. I've never been to a fortune teller before, but Fiona has told me great things about you."""
6906,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=575,2015-01-04T22:23:00,Nuridia,"Rini rode off into the forest, not caring where she was going. ""Father, why did you...what could possibly be wrong?!"" ""No, I won't allow it."" ""You can't leave me and Mother and the little ones behind, you can't!"" Tears streamed down Rini's face as she rode aimlessly and ler long black hair streamed behind her like a could of ink. King Louis was inside the palace and his doctors were conducting examinations. He had been complaining of stomach pains and insisted it was nothing but Marie didn't buy it at all. Meanwhile Madame la Trente in Olantis smiled at Elia and Fiona. ""Well, come sit."" ""What would you like me to read your fortune on?"" ""Perhaps you want to know about if your love will last?"" ""Or if you'll grow up rich, or if you'll live to be a hundred...I can read it all."" The crystal ball shone in the dim light and Madame placed a deck of fortune cards on her table. ""Well Fiona is my guest today, I'll let her pick."" ""Sweetie?"" Elia asked Fiona. Outside, Ellie turned to Kaden with a spark in her eye. ""That sounds fun!"" ""So, do you want to go to the Temple of Tritus in this city, it's the nearest one!"" she asked."
6907,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=575,2015-01-04T23:01:00,Tomia,"Fiona was awed at the crystal ball before her. She smiled at Elia's words and thought about what she wanted to ask first. She thought about what was most important to her in that moment. ""Well, I'd like to know what's going to happen between me and Elia if you don't mind. That's what's most important to me.""<br/>Kaden smiled at Ellie's words. ""That sounds great. I would really like to see that."" He told the princess."
6908,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=575,2015-01-05T13:12:00,Nuridia,"""Alright, please hold out your palms and I will see what the cards say."" Madame said and Elia held out her palm for the fortune teller to read. Kaden was being led by Ellie to the center of the city where there was a magnificent temple carved out of blue marble and stone. It was decorated with dolphins and waves and there was a statue of a merman holding a trident. Meanwhile in Marseille, RIni had gotten tired and stopped by the shore of a lake on the edge of the forest. She was slumped over and stretched out face forward on her horse's back, her hair blending in with the mainly black color of the horse's coat. She was so mentally tired that she needed to sleep, and didn't care where."
6909,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=575,2015-01-05T13:53:00,Tomia,"Fiona nodded to the Madame and offered her hands to her so she could read her palms. She wondered what the reading would say.<br/>Kaden followed Ellie along and was amazed by the majestic temple. It was one of the most beautiful thing he had ever seen. He saw the large statue of the merman man before them and stared at it admiringly. ""Is this Tritus?""He asked in awe.<br/>Quentin was exploring the city with his father. They were both enjoying their time together, but Quentin was worried about Rini. He understood that she needed time alone, but he hoped she was okay."
6910,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=575,2015-01-05T17:32:00,Nuridia,"""Seems that way, how about we go inside?"" Ellie asked Kaden as she took his hand to lead him to the temple and Rini finally decided to head back to the stables. She rode forward slowly, there was a deep pain in her heart obviously. Meanwhile Elia and Fiona were in the fortune teller having their palms read. ""I sense a great passion in you two, the desire to do whatever you think best and follow your own hearts."" ""That will make the relationship last much longer, however I sense something in you Elia."" ""A split in your heart, you are on the cusp of a great decision that may carry some pains for your partner and yourself."" Elia cast her eyes down, the woman read her like a book. Madame then laid out the cards face down and then laid her hands on her crystal ball and it swirled and glowed before her eyes snapped open. ""The future has shown me the cards."" She drew five of them without even looking and turned them up. Elia studied them. ""The goddess of Flowers, the Maiden, Janus, the Mother, a stabbed heart and the Old Couple."" ""What is this?"" Madame explained. ""It means that your love will bloom beautifully, like the springtime, warm and pure."" ""The Maiden, guardian of young girls symbolizes innocence, which you will keep for a long time."" ""However, Janus is the god of crossroads, meaning that the two of you will come to a crossroads, a harrowing decision that will be your ultimate test which can result in a broken heart."" ""The test involves children."" she pointed to the Mother. ""Children are in your future, but the means of getting them will be your challenge."" ""And the Old Couple means that you two will grow old together if the test is passed."" Madame said."
6911,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=575,2015-01-05T18:20:00,Tomia,"Kaden nodded to Ellie and followed her into the temple. He had seen a lot of his own country's temples and landmarks in his week alone, but he hadn't seen anything like this. ""So what can you tell me about Tritus? He seems really interesting."" Kaden said to Ellie as they walked together hand in hand.<br/>Quentin had enjoyed spending time with his father, they found had fun in the capital city, but suddenly he felt something was wrong. He didn't know why, but he felt there was something wrong with Rini. He felt like he needed to be with her in that moment. ""Hey dad, let's head back to the castle. I want to go check on Rini."" He said, trying to keep the worry out of his voice. Maxis nodded to Quentin and they began to head back to the castle.<br/>Fiona sat with Elia as their palms were read. She was glad to hear that they had passion, but looked a little worried when she said there was a split in Elia's heart. She could tell by her partner's reaction that the words were true. She wondered what she was thinking about and why would it cause them pain? She looked at the cards intently and then heard what she said about the mother and know understood why Elia was troubled. Fiona realized now that she wanted children. Fiona had never really thought about children, it wasn't a part of her life. However she felt like she wanted them, but she wasn't sure if she would be a good mother. Also, she didn't know how she and Elia would get children, and why would it cause them pain?"
6912,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=575,2015-01-05T18:54:00,Nuridia,"""He was the son of the ocean god who married with the first Olantan queen of the Thoth line, Elia. Their son Jethys ruled the kingdom next and had a daughter named Elia after her grandmother, after that it was a tradition to name all daughters of the royal house Elia."" Ellie explained. Rini had arrived back in the castle and was in her bedroom alone, playing at the piano. She seemed quite lonely and confused, she wondered what conclusion her father's doctors have come to."
6913,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=575,2015-01-05T19:35:00,Tomia,"Kaden listened to Ellie's response. He was interested in her culture and was surprised when he realized she was related to a god. ""So he's your ancestor? That's amazing! Have you ever met him? I've wondered what Berian might be like if he's real. I wonder if I'll ever meet him.""<br/>Quentin made his way back to the castle quickly and he showed his father the castle forge which he was very interested in. Meanwhile Quentin headed toward Rini's room and found her sitting alone playing the piano. She looked sad and lonely. Quentin slowly walked up from behind and sat down next to her. He didn't say anything, he wouldn't talk until she wanted or if she wanted to. He wasn't going to pressure or smother her, just be there for her.<br/>Fiona sat with Elia, still a little stunned by the prediction. ""Thank you madam, that really was amazing."" She said sincerely to her. She wondered what would happen now between her and Elia."
6914,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=575,2015-01-05T21:15:00,Nuridia,"Rini heard footsteps and knew that it was Quentin coming into her room without permission. She wanted to snap at him, but she was just tired. When Quentin sat down next to her, she said one sentence. ""I hope that it's not incurable."" she said, looking straight ahead at a portrait of her parents that hung on her wall and not looking at him, her eyes became blurry with tears and she hurled herself into Quentin's arms and just cried without abandon, not caring. In Olantis, Elia stood up and tuned to the Madame. ""Thank you, we know what will happen now."" Elia paid the fortune teller and left the shop, heading to wait for Fiona outside. What would happen between them now, Elia loved Fiona but she also wanted children. It had been her dream for a very long time, but everyone knew how children were created and neither Fiona nor Elia had the necessary equipment...as it were. Fiona would never accept it although to Elia it would've been just a process, it was the thought of hurting Fiona that hurt Elia too. At the temple Ellie shook her head. ""I've never met him, but I did meet my grandmother on both sides."" ""The moon goddess Lunara, mother of both Tritus and of the star goddess Azhoka, my mother's mother."" ""That is why my mother is so pale, has silver eyes and her skin glows slightly, she's half a star."" Elia explained."
6915,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=575,2015-01-05T22:30:00,Tomia,"Quentin continued to be silent until Rini finally spoke up. ""Me too,"" He told her simply in a soft tone, still looking forward himself. Suddenly Rini hurled herself against him and began sobbing uncontrollably. Quentin wrapped his arms around her tightly and rubbed her back warmly. He still didn't speak, letting her get out her emotions in silence.<br/>Fiona came out of the room shortly after Elia. She saw her partner looked very pensive. ""Hey Elia, do you want to talk about something? You seem troubled."" She said, even though she was pretty sure what it was about."
6916,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=575,2015-01-06T12:55:00,Nuridia,"""I'm just thinking about what the Madame said."" ""I mean, I've always wanted children for a long time."" ""I'm glad I found you Fiona, I love you very much and don't want to hurt you."" ""And I say that because we all know how children are made, between us we don't have the proper tools if you will, and that will make things very hard."" Elia said. In Marseille after a long time Rini then pulled away from Quentin gently and looked up at him. ""Thanks."" she said. ""Thanks for being there for me, I really needed it."" As Rini spoke, there was a knock on the door and a physician bowed to Rini when she opened it. ""My lady, the doctors are testing the king as we speak."" ""The results should be back by morning."" he said. ""Thank the gods, can I go and see him?"" Rini begged. The physician nodded and Rini turned to Quentin. ""Would you like to come with me to see Papa?"" she asked."
6917,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=600,2015-01-06T13:40:00,Tomia,"Fiona took Elia's hand gently as they stood together. ""I love you too."" Fiona said sincerely. ""I know you want children Elia, and I love that about you. I know that we can't have children the normal way, but we will figure something out. We love each other Elia, we'll get through it together. Whatever it takes.""<br/>Quentin stayed silent while Rini cried her emotions out. He continued to rub her back and comfort her in silence. When she finally spoke up he looked into her eyes gently. ""I'll always be there for you Rini. I'll never abandon you."" Quentin told her sincerely. Quentin watched as the physician came inside. He heard Rini's question and nodded, ""Of course I will."" He told her, standing up and holding her hand."
6918,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=600,2015-01-06T15:44:00,Nuridia,"Rini took Quentin's hand and was led by the physician into Louis' and Marie's suite of rooms. Quen Marie was sitting by the grand bed, looking very worried. Louis was in bed sitting up, reading a book and he looked very tired and pale. ""Papa!"" Rini ran to her father, who pulled her into a hug. Ellie was at the temple with Kaden and went inside to pray, while Elia looked up at Fiona and hugged her tightly at her words."
6919,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=600,2015-01-06T15:57:00,Tomia,"Quentin followed behind Rini as he held her hand and they were led into the room. He watched silently as Rini greeted her father warmly. He could tell there was a great sense of worry in the room.<br/>Fiona hugged Elia back tightly, ""I love you."" She said again as they held each other. After their moment together Fiona finally spoke up, ""Maybe we should head back to the capital now. We don't want Kaden and Ellie to worry."" She told her partner as they gently pulled away, taking her hand in hers."
6920,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=600,2015-01-06T18:31:00,Nuridia,"""Papa, how are you?"" Rini asked Louis, holding Quentin's hand. ""A little weak and tired dear, normal things."" ""But I'll be alright, I survived a sword through the lung during the Great War so I'm sure I can survive whatever this is."" the king said, trying to sound confident. He then turned to Marie who was sitting by him, holding his hand. 'Don't fret my love, the gods have been good to us before."" Louis smiled, Marie couldn't help but smile too although she was teary eyed. In Olantis, Elia turned to Fiona and the two of them walked back to the capital, Elia wondering exactly where her sibling had chosen to go."
6921,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=600,2015-01-06T19:14:00,Tomia,"Quentin was saddened to Ring and her family so upset. He wasn't sure what to do or say, so he just stood silently be Rini, not wanting to intrude.<br/>Fiona walked through the city with Elia, holding her hand. Soon they reached do the temple and saw Kaden outside admiring the architecture. ""Hey Kaden where's Ellie?"" Fiona called out as they approached. ""She's inside. So how was the fortune teller?"" He asked the couple."
6922,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=600,2015-01-07T11:08:00,Nuridia,"""Well whatever it is, hopefully you'll be delivered from it safely and reign for many more years."" Rini smiled, trying to calm everybody down. ""Darling, there's a possiblity you will be queen sooner than you plan."" ""But before that happens, you have a duty to the world you need to fulfill in your quest."" ""I will survive, at least until then."" Louis said, leaning back and Rini bit her lip to keep from crying while Marie covered her face with her hands. In Olantis, Ellie came out of the temple and greeted Fiona and Elia. Elia then heard Kaden's question. ""Well. the fortune teller was alright."" ""They predicted a great future for Fiona and I."" Elia said, trying to leave the part about the harrowing decision out."
6923,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=600,2015-01-07T11:47:00,Tomia,"Quentin heard the King's words and frowned himself. He couldn't imagine how hard this must be for Rini and her family. He saw she was on the verge of crying again and took her hand silently, letting her know he was there for her.<br/>Kaden nodded to Elia, though it seemed like she was hiding something a bit. ""Well, that's great. I'm glad you guys had fun. Ellie was showing me your temples. They were really cool. She suggested we could go swimming, would you guys like that?"" He asked the couple. Fiona thought about it, ""Ya that sounds like fun. I don't really have anything to swim in though."""
6924,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=600,2015-01-07T12:23:00,Nuridia,"""I'm sure that everything will turn out fine."" Marie said, trying to be strong and holding back her tears. ""Don't cry anymore my loves, there's nothing to weep about."" ""This contest is not lost yet, I'm not finished."" Louis was being braver then Rini would've been. ""If you'll all excuse me, I'd like to speak to Mr. Alrean alone."" the king said. Rini and Marie were visibly surprised but nodded, leaving the room together. In Olantis, Elia heard Fiona say she had nothing to swim in. ""Don't worry, I have some swim clothes that you can borrow."" Elia told her partner. Ellie smiled at Kaden's words. ""I'm glad you enjoyed the capital."" she said."
6925,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=600,2015-01-07T15:00:00,Tomia,"Quentin was surprised when the king asked to speak to him alone. He looked a little nervous when Rini and her mother left the room but Quentin steeled his nerves and looked at the king. ""You wanted to speak to me your majesty?"" He asked, trying not to sound nervous.<br/>Fiona smiled at Elia's words. ""Well thanks sweetie, I'd really appreciate that. So should we go swimming then? It's been a long time since I've done that."" Kaden nodded to Ellie, ""I really do like your country. It seems like a very peaceful place."""
6926,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=600,2015-01-07T15:32:00,Nuridia,"""Ah, yes."" ""Quentin, I wanted to ask you something alone. I fear that this may be the last, we have not gotten the physician's diagnosis back yet but I do fear that I may not have as much time as I would've liked left with my family. I'm trying to hold onto hope but in the end everyone knows that the will of the gods wins out. My daughter thinks well of you, and now that I've met you so do I."" ""She obviously cares for you and I know that you care for her, I need to ask you a question. I do wish that I had been able to walk with her at her wedding, and to get to know you better and meet my grandchildren. When I am unable, which I hope won't be too soon but I've been ill for weeks so I must prepare for that possiblility. Promise me that you'll take care of Rini for me, be there for her and stay by her side. I need somebody I can trust to watch over her and protect her, and she obviously trusts you. She is a tempestuous soul so it may be difficult with her but she is good deep down. I want to make sure that I can leave her in hands that love her well, do I have your word Sir Alrean?"" ""If I do then you'll put a dying man's soul at peace."" Louis told Quentin, leaning back against the bed. In Olantis, Elia looked at everybody and Ellie nodded to Kaden. ""Wll I guess we should head to the castle to get ready and then we can head to the beach."" Ellie said."
6927,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=600,2015-01-07T18:57:00,Tomia,"Quentin was a little shocked by Louis' words, would he really die? Quentin knew how devastating that would be for Rini. He listened intently to the king and when he finally finished Quentin nodded his head. ""I swear on my life, and to Berian himself. I will do my best for your daughter sir. I love her, I truly do. I will always be by her side, I promise you. I will always care for her and treat her with the love she deserves."" Quentin said sincerely. He hadn't even confessed these things to Rini yet but he felt he had to be genuine with her father.<br/>Fiona smiled and nodded at Elia, taking her hand as they walked together with Kaden and Ellie toward the castle. ""Maybe we should bring our dragons with us. I'm sure they'd like the beach."" Fiona said to the group."
6928,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=600,2015-01-07T21:03:00,Nuridia,"Louis felt tears prick his eyes at Quentin's sincere confession. ""Thank you Quentin."" ""Then, I leave my brightest jewel in your capable hands. Hopefully you treat her better than I did, I neglected her because I was so busy and I regret it so deeply now."" Louis then turned to the servants outside the door. ""Somebody summon the Queen and the Crown Princess back here, and the rest of my children."" the king called. Elia and Ellie and the others were finally back in the castle and as they went inside Elia smiled at Fiona's idea. ""That's a great idea sweetie, I'm sure they'll love it very much."" ""Well unless Khione turns the ocean into ice."" Elia laughed."
6929,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=600,2015-01-07T22:37:00,Tomia,"Quentin nodded to the king, surprised but understanding when the king began crying. ""Thank you sir, I promise I'll take care of her. And she loves you your majesty. Believe me she does."" Quentin decided to go outside and find Rini and her family himself. When he found them standing outside the room. ""The king wants you guys to come back in."" Quentin told Rini and her family.<br/>Fiona nodded and chuckled at Elia's comment. ""Ya that might be cool. Then we could ice skate, as long as Phoebe doesn't melt it."" She joked back. They were approaching the castle now."
6930,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=600,2015-01-08T12:14:00,Nuridia,"""Hey Papa, how're you feeling now?"" Rini asked her father, a little calmer now. ""I guess I'm okay, for the present."" ""All we can do is pray and hope for the best."" ""Rini, I want you to promise me something."" Louis gently lifted up his daughter's face with his hand. ""Dear, if it comes down to it, promise me you'll be strong."" ""Be strong for your little siblings, and your mother, and be the absolute best queen you can be."" ""Guide the people and believe in them, for they are as much your children as the ones you'll give birth to. Remember that a kingdom is a house and it's built from the ground up, and every house needs a strong foundation or the roof cannot stand."" ""The people are our foundation, and it's our job to protect them and keep them strong."" "" Rini would've cried but she had no tears left in that moment. Instead after being silent for a while she looked into her father's eyes and gave a firm nod. ""I will Dad, I'll be the ruler you trained me to be."" ""I promise."" Rini said sincerely and Louis smiled and nodded. ""That is good."" ""And if you want to leave you all can, don't worry about it. I'll be here when you all come back."" Louis said as Rini was standing next to Quentin, clenching her hands together inside of the lace of her sleeves. In Olantis, the party had arrived back in the castle. ""Swimwear's made of glossed leather or some other waterproofed material usually, most of the time it's just a short cotton tunic or something."" Ellie explained as Elia went up to her room to go and get some swimsuits for herself anf Fiona, petting Khione as they walked in."
6931,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=600,2015-01-08T13:14:00,Tomia,"Quentin listened to the conversation between Rini and the king. He was impressed at how how strong Rini was being. When the making finished speaking he wrapped his arm around Rini gently, he wanted so badly to comfort her but knew nothing he could say would help. ""I'll stay with you if you chose Rini. I won't leave your side."" He told her sincerely.<br/>Fiona nodded to Ellie, ""That's really interesting. I'm sure you guys have the best swim wear, being a oceanic country after all."" She said to Ellie as they waited for Elia to return. Fiona whistled and Ajax came running to her, Phoebe followed to investigate the noise."
6932,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=600,2015-01-08T18:30:00,Nuridia,"Rini leaned into Quentin's arm and wrapped an arm around him too, not saying anything. Meanwhile in Olantis, Elia came out with a waterproof tunic that was above the knees and there was also a glossy leather swimsuit that was divided into two separate parts. The top was supposed to cover the breasts while the bottom covered the other important bits. ""This is a new design from Romalia, it's a little skimpy since it's hot over there but I've never worn it."" ""Which one do you want to wear Fiona?"" Elia said."
6933,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=600,2015-01-08T19:11:00,Tomia,"Quentin held Rini close to him, stroking her hair to try to comfort her. He knew she didn't want to talk and he wouldn't make her. He would just be there for her.<br/>Fiona watched as Elia , a me out with two bathing suits for them. She saw that one was definitely different than the other. She saw that it was more revealing, she had never worn anything like that before. ""Well, I guess I'll take the new one. It can't hurt to try it right?"" She said, taking the bathing suit and heading to a room to change. She took off her armor and changed into the two piece suit. She knew she had a nice looking body, but she was still self-conscious. She wasn't really sure she was beautiful. She finished changing and headed back to Elia, ""How do I look?"" She asked, a little self-conscious."
6934,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=600,2015-01-09T07:08:00,Nuridia,"""Thank you Quentin, thanks for just being there."" ""I think that I'll be alright, maybe Father will get through this after all."" Rini whispered. Her voice was hoarse and she was red-eyed but she wasn't crying anymore. King Louis had fallen asleep, he was obviously tired from his illness. ""I'm going to the chapel to pray."" Rini said, getting up and walking away. Meanwhile in Olantis, Elia was surprised at Fiona's choice but nodded as she took the leather bathing suit and went to go change. When she came out, Elia's jaw nearly dropped and her face was bright red, making Ellie laugh. ""Wow, you look...really great..in that."" Elia stuttered, straightening up when Khione nipped her ankle."
6935,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=600,2015-01-09T08:44:00,Tomia,"""You're welcome Rini. I'll always be there when you need me."" He told her sincerely. He nodded when she said she was going to pray. He wanted to go with her but understood that she needed her space. He said goodbye to Rini's mother and siblings and headed down to the forge to see his father again.<br/>Fiona blushed as well when she saw Elia's reaction, but she was very happy. She knew Elia was being sincere and that made her feel better about herself. ""You really think so?"" She asked a little shyly. ""Well thanks Elia, that means a lot coming from someone of beautiful as you."" She said with a bit of an embarrassed smile. Kaden laughed as he played with Phoebe. He was glad Fiona and Elia were happy together. ""So should get going? I can't wait to see the beach."" He said to his friends."
6936,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=600,2015-01-09T11:19:00,Nuridia,"Rini was in the chapel praying to the statues of the twin gods of life and death.""Nine gods of the world, hear my prayer."" ""I beg you, spare my father."" ""If it be your wish oh gods to take a life, then I offer mine in his stead."" ""But if you insist, plese do not make him suffer."" ""Let the king go peacefully if it be thy will."" Rini wore a lace veil over her hair, a custom for women when praying in Marseille. In Olantis, Elia blushed brightly at Fiona's compliments. ""Thanks, you're beautiful too."" ""I'll go and change, I'll be right back."" Elia went to her room and Ellie went to hers after telling Kaden that they'd go right after they changed."
6937,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=600,2015-01-09T11:28:00,Tomia,"Quentin had found his father and they talked for a little while, Maxis talking happy about how different their forging techniques were in this country. Quentin was so happy to have his father here again but he couldn't help but worry about Rini. He couldn't bring himself to tell his father about it. He didn't want to ruin his good mode. Quentin realized Rini had been gone for a while and told his father he'd meet him back at the castle. He headed to the chapel and found that Rini had just finished praying. He sat down next to her and after a while he spoke softly to her. ""Rini, I can't imagine how hard this is for you. I wish there was something I could do to change things. I would do anything. But, I want you to know you're not alone. I'll always be there for you. If you need a shoulder to cry on or someone to talk to I'll be there. I promise you."" Quentin said sincerely.<br/>Kaden nodded to the princess' and waited with Fiona for them to come back. Ajax and Phoebe were wrestling playfully on the ground."
6938,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=600,2015-01-09T12:11:00,Nuridia,"Rini looked up at Quentin when he came in and sat down next to her. She couldn't help but smile in that moment.She reached out to pet Apaztli who was growling and nuzzling against her leg trying to comfort her. ""How is it that everywhere I go you're always to my immediate left?"" she asked, laughing a little and then she heard Quentin's words. ""Thank you Quentin, I really appreciate that."" ""I'll be there if you need me as well, I'm glad that we'll be there for each other."" ""But not all the saints in heaven can comfort me now."" Rini sighed and then she hugged Quentin tightly and after a while pulled away and looked into his eyes. She leaned in and then kissed him softly on the lips. After a bit she then realized what she did and pulled away. '""I'm sorry. I'm in such a fragile state right now, I've overstepped my bounds."" Rini blushed brightly, drawing her knees up to her chest and wrapping her arms around them. In Olantis, Elia came out wearing a short tunic made of leather that went halfway to her thighs and it had a halter neck. She didn't like showing skin too much. Ellie wore a much simpler oiled cotton tunic with sleeves. ""Shall we go?"" Ellie asked, Zaphira in her arms. Khione was perched on Elia's head sleeping."
6939,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=600,2015-01-09T12:43:00,Tomia,"Quentin heard Rini's words and nodded, ""I know Rini, I'm so sorry."" He then hugged her back warmly and then saw Rini look into his eyes and he met her gaze. He was surprised when Rini suddenly kissed him. Her lips felt soft and soon he found himself kissing her back. She soon pulled away and began apologizing. Quentin was confused and watched as she put her arms around her legs. She seemed quite shaken. He moved closer to her and put his arm around her. ""You don't need to apologize Rini. I'm glad you did that, it felt nice."" He told her sincerely. He then paused a bit and spoke again, ""Can I kiss you again?"" He asked her a little shyly.<br/>Kaden nodded to Ellie when she asked if they could go and they began to head out of the castle towards the beach. Fiona looked at Elia, smiling at the dragon on her head. She knew that Elia was more modest and shy than her, but she thought that was cute. ""You look really pretty Elia."" She said sincerely as they walked."
6940,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=600,2015-01-09T13:48:00,Nuridia,"Rini was surprised when Quentin began to kiss her back and then she pulled away. He actually wanted that? Rini felt her heart flutter and realized that she wanted to kiss him more as well. When he asked if he could kiss her again her face burned pink and then she finally nodded shyly. Apaztli was curled up on her lap, buried in her black satin skirts. In Olantis, Elia smiled at Fiona's compliment. ""Alright, let's have some fun in the sun guys!"" Ellie grinned before taking off."
6941,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=600,2015-01-09T13:59:00,Tomia,Quentin was relieved when Rini nodded to him. He knew this was a turning point in their relationship but he was glad for it may he leaned over toward her and kissed her. It was more sure and confident than the last one but still very gentle.<br/>Kaden smiled at Ellie's words and he followed after her. He loved her bubbly and positive attitude. Phoebe and Ajax bounded after them as they approached the beach.
6942,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=625,2015-01-10T11:43:00,Nuridia,"Rini kissed Quentin back, a little surer and more confident than it was the last time. It made her feel warm inside, and although she enjoyed it she realized something and then gently pulled away. ""We're in a place of the gods, it's not appropriate."" ""Although it was nice."" Rini said, blushing brightly. In Olantis they finally arrived at the beach and Ellie and Zaphira were the first to jump in the ocean, Elia got splashed with the worst of it but Khione seemed to love it and she jumped in, the surrounding water got much cooler before Elia hopped in."
6943,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=625,2015-01-10T12:32:00,Tomia,"Quentin had continued to kiss Rini and was glad when she kissed him back. He was a little disappointed when she pulled away but listened to her words and realized she was right. ""You're right Rini. It isn't respectful."" He blushed at her words, ""I thought it was nice too. We can stay here as long as you want. Or I could give you some time alone if you want. I'll do what ever makes you happy."" Quentin said sincerely.<br/>When they finally arrived at the beach Kaden smiled and jumped in with Phoebe. He had taken off his armor so he was just wearing causal pants into the water. Fiona was a little more hesitant to get into the water. She couldn't help but giggle though when Elia was splashed by Ellie."
6944,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=625,2015-01-10T12:56:00,Nuridia,"""Well all we can do is hope."" ""Hope that Papa doesn't die, the little ones are too young to be left without a father and I couldn't handle death right now."" ""Poor Mama, she'd go insane and we'd all miss him terribly."" ""I guess we can go finish looking at the capital, would you and your father like to go?"" she asked. Meanwhile in Olantis, it was clear that Elia was not pleased when she got splashed and she glared at Fiona when she laughed but Fiona looked so pretty giggling that she was struggling to stay mad."
6945,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=625,2015-01-10T13:16:00,Tomia,"Quentin nodded at Rini's words. He wasn't sure what to say anymore. He knew he could do nothing to change fate. He felt helpless about it. ""Ya, going around the city sounds fun. I'm sure dad would like that. He wants to get to know you."" Quentin said to Rini in the temple.<br/>Fiona saw Elia glaring at her and stopped laughing, a guilty expression on her face. ""Sorry Elia, I shouldn't have laughed."" She told her partner sincerely and a little sheepishly."
6946,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=625,2015-01-10T13:56:00,Nuridia,"""Well I suppose we should get going then."" ""Come on Apaztli."" Rini whistled, putting her cloak on and Apaztli came bolting after her. In Olantis, Elia then laughed herself. ""It's alright, I've got all day to get you back after all."" Elia said, swimming backwards in the water. Khione was on her chest laying there."
6947,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=625,2015-01-10T14:06:00,Tomia,"Quentin nodded to Rini and followed her toward the castle where his father was resting in his room. He held Rini's hand as they talked together.<br/>Fiona couldn't help but smile at Elia's words. ""I'm sure you will."" She said to her, finally getting into the water as well. Ajax was in the water and was flapping his wings to make a small whirlpool. Fiona smiled and played with him next to Elia and Khione"
6948,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=625,2015-01-10T17:20:00,Nuridia,"Rini squeezed Quentin's hand as they walked. ""You know, a lot of people don't know this but the clothing that royals wear in their portraits isn't what we wear on a daily basis."" ""It's us dressing in our finest, just like other people do on special occasions."" ""I mean if you can afford it, all of our clothes are fine but our day wear is much simpler than the stuff we wear at balls and visits and other things."" Rini said. It was a random sentence as they were pasisng by the Hall of Portraits, the portraits of every distinguished citizen and royal family member hung up on these walls, Rini's was on the far end. At least she was talking again. In Olantis, Khione decided to try out her ability for the first time, she coughed and blew a small swirl of blue and white magic, when it hit a rock it frosted over. ""She's using her powers, I've never seen her do that before!"" Elia said excitedly, swimming over to Khione and petting her dragon affectionately."
6949,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=625,2015-01-10T18:31:00,Tomia,"Quentin was surprised when Rini started speaking as they walked through the castle. He was glad she was speaking so much though and he listened to her intently. ""Well, I figured that was true."" ""I can't imagine it could be comfortable to wear that all the time."" He half joked. Soon they reached Maxis' room and knocked on the open door, ""Hey dad, you wanna take a walk around the city with us?"" Maxis smiled, ""Sure, that sounds great!"" He grinned to them.<br/>Fiona smiled at Elia's excited tone. ""She's just as talented as her mother."" She smiled at Elia as she swam over. Kaden was planning with Phoebe next to Ellie and Zaphira. Phoebe playfully tackled her fellow female dragon, making a small chirping sound ."
6950,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=625,2015-01-10T20:54:00,Nuridia,"Rini couldn't help but smile at Maxis' exhuberance as they walked. She decided to ask Quentin's father a few questions. ""Mr. Alrean, how do you feel about children?"" ""And what was Quentin like as a kid, you don't have to answer if you don't want."" Rini asked. In Olantis, Elia grinned at Fiona's words. ""Thanks, but I'm not her mother."" ""We had to kill her mother, remember?"" Elia's grin dropped and she got sad at the memory."
6951,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=625,2015-01-10T21:10:00,Tomia,"Quentin blushed a little when Rini asked about him as a kid but didn't say anything about it. He was actually a little glad that she was curious about him. ""Oh I love children."" Maxis told Rini sincerely. ""I wanted to have more, but we'll that was before Quentin's mother died."" Maxis said, his smile wavering a bit. ""You want to know about Quentin? He was a fine boy. He helped around the house and the forge, and never complained. He was quite, and a bit shy though. I remember the young girls in our village would always chase after him, he was always so embarrassed."" The blacksmith grinned. Quentin was now blushing furiously.<br/>Fiona frowned at Elia's words and took her hand. ""Hey, we did what we had to do. We're making the world a better place remember. It's not my proudest moments either, but you are Khione's mother now. She needs you."" She told the princess gently."
6952,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=625,2015-01-10T22:57:00,Nuridia,"Rini frowned at the mention of Quentin's mother. ""I'm sorry, it must be very painful to lose somebody you love."" ""I'm sure that she was a very great woman, I wish that I'd gotten to meet her."" She then listened to him talk about Quentin. ""Not that I can blame the girls, he's gorgeous."" ""Quentin was a much better kid than I was."" Rini slipped her hand into Quentin's when he blushed to comfort him. Elia squeezed Fiona's hand when she took it and stroked the curled up Khione in the other hand. ""Thank you for that, it's not like I was going to abandon Khione."" ""I know she needs me."" she said at Fiona's words."
6953,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=625,2015-01-11T03:23:00,Tomia,"Maxis nodded to Rini, ""Yes it was very hard. She was a wonderful woman. She was strong willed and passionate, but gentle at the same time. You remind me of her Rini."" Maxis said sincerely. Quentin blushed a little again at Rini's words but smiled as well. He squeezed her hand and kissed her cheek softly in thanks.<br/>Fiona meanwhile nodded to Elia, ""I know you would never do that. I didn't mean it like that. You're going to be an amazing mother."" She said sincerely. She knew it was a bit of a sensitive issue with them at the moment, but Fiona knew it was true. Elia would be a great mother."
6954,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=625,2015-01-11T12:59:00,Nuridia,"Rini smiled when Quentin kissed her cheek and turned to Maxis. ""You really think so?"" ""Well thank you for that, but I don't think I'm much like she was."" ""So I suppose I'm not the only one who's depressed by this talk of death and dying, maybe the capital will give us some happier thoughts."" ""I can't wait to show you two the city. Quentin, how's Shadow anyway?"" Rini asked Quentin about his dragon. In Olantis, Elia looked at the sky. ""We should probably go so I can prepare for the ball soon."" ""I've invited other royals and the rest of my friends from around the continent, I've been planning this for weeks."" Elia told everybody as Khione was playing with Ajax and Zaphira blasted water at Phoebe playfully to get her back for tacking her."
6955,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=625,2015-01-11T13:25:00,Tomia,"Maxis smiled at Rini, ""I think you're very much like her."" Quentin nodded, ""He's right Rini. You don't give yourself enough credit."" He then heard her question about Shadow. ""Well, she was exploring the castle when I last saw her."" He whistled and soon a small black dragon came running toward them, jumping up and resting in Quentin's arms. ""Well there she is."" Quentin smiled as he pet his dragon softly.<br/>Fiona nodded to Elia as she started to get out of the water. ""I'm sure it will be a lot of fun sweetie. Do you think you have a dress I could borrow? I wore my only one I brought unfortunately."" She said as TN email group got out of the water. Ajax playfully blew a blast of wind at Khione and then nudged her affectionately. The seemed to be coming good friends. Phoebe spit out some of the water that Zaphira had splashed at her, coughing up little orange flames."
6956,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=625,2015-01-11T16:30:00,Nuridia,"Apaztli chirped to Shadow in greeting as he walked alongside Rini. In Olantis, Elia dried off and turned to Fiona. ""I'm sure that I have something that'll fit you."" she told her partner. Ellie got out of the water and dried Zaphira off with her towel and the dragon shook herself."
6957,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=625,2015-01-11T16:54:00,Tomia,"Shadow chirped back at Apaztli and hopped down from Quentin's arms so she could walk next to the male dragon. Quentin smiled at them, ""They look like a cute dragon couple."" He said to Rini as they walked into the city.<br/>Fiona smiled at Elia, ""Thanks sweetie,"" she said and kissed her cheek before getting Ajax out of the water and drying both of them off. Kaden followed with Phoebe and dried off, following the others back toward the castle."
6958,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=625,2015-01-12T10:51:00,Nuridia,"""A couple you say?"" ""Well maybe, but they still have a ways to go."" ""I mean they have a difference with Apaztli being so big and Shadow being so small."" Rini said, they finally arrived at the castle stabled and Rini took a black and white horse to ride to the capital. In Olantis, Elia blushed when Fiona kissed her cheek and they finally made it back to the castle. Elia went up to her room to go through her trunks and wardrobe to find a nice gown for her and Fiona to wear. Ellie, not really caring much for fashion chose her favorite purple gown."
6959,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=625,2015-01-12T11:24:00,Tomia,"Quentin nodded to Rini, ""Ya that's true. I haven't thought about that. I'm sure that Shadow will grow though. Though her father was smaller then her mother it seems."" Quentin said to Rini as they walked together. Quentin and his father both selected horses and rode next to Rini as they headed toward the capital.<br/>Kaden went up to his room with Phoebe to put on his armor for the ball, while Fiona waited downstairs for Elia to come back. She had never been to a ball before and was a little nervous."
6960,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=625,2015-01-12T15:02:00,Nuridia,"Rini rode through the city with Quentin and Maxis following behind her. The people waved to them and Rini smiled and waved back, she wondered where she would go and take them first. Marseis was a huge city, it had a lot to see and do and it would take her mind off of what was happening to her father. And truth be told she was actually enjoying spending time with Quentin. In Olantis, Elia was going over her dresses, thinking about which ones Fiona would like best. Ellie came out dressed in a green<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i01.i.aliimg.com/wsphoto/v3/1315701097_1/Tomsuit-Green-and-White-Cotton-Sleeveless-Elegant-font-b-Gothic-b-font-Floor-Length-Victorian-Lolita.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">gown</a>and her hair was in a half-do as she carried a hand fan that was green and gold to match her dress. She looked for Kaden with Zaphira by her side. Elia finally chose a red and white gown for Fiona, it was strapless and trimmed with black diamonds and laced up the front. Elia came down carrying it on one arm, she herself came down wearing a pure white<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://img4.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20110802192654/atelierseries/images/f/f6/A11_Pamela.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">gown</a>with a white fan and both sparkled with glitter and crystals. Crystals and white lilies were in her hair and she wore light makeup with her hair in a curly bun."
6961,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=625,2015-01-12T15:36:00,Tomia,"Quentin rode next to Rini and smiled when he saw her waving to her people. She seemed in a bit of a better mood, and Quentin was glad about that. He didn't like seeing her so sad. ""This is certainly a fine city your highness."" Maxis said to Rini as they rode. ""It reminds me of the capital back home, though it has certainly taken on a more somber look since Garax took over. Hopefully we can make it look more lively again once he's been defeated.""<br/>Fiona gasped audibly when she saw Elia come down the stairs. ""You look absolutely beautiful!"" Fiona told Elia as she walked toward her. She saw the dress in her hands and looked at it curiously, ""Is this for me? It's very pretty."" Fiona said sincerely to her partner.<br/>Kaden came down wearing his white armor that he had gotten from the temple of light. He had shined and cleaned it well so it look and shone like new. Phoebe was in his arms as he walked downstairs. He saw Ellie looking for him and he blushed a little when he saw her in her dress. ""You look, uh really pretty Ellie."" He stammered a bit, blushing softly."
6962,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=625,2015-01-12T20:50:00,Nuridia,"""How about I show you guys the art museums first, and then we can head to the canyons."" Rini told Quentin and Maxis. In Olantis everybody was preparing for the ball. ""Thanks, you look beautiful as well. I chose the dress because I thought it would suit you perfectly. So how about we go, the dance floor awaits."" Elia said, offering her arm to Fiona. Ellie grinned at Kaden's compliment. ""Thanks Kaden, you look great too. Nice armor."" Ellie said. In the ballroom many guests were gathering, including a mysterious young girl who looked to be around Kaden's age or a little older. She was dressed in an elegant and provocative midnight blue velvet gown that opened to a white lace underskirt. It was trimmed with gold spangles so that she looked like the night sky. Her curly brown hair was pinned up and she wore a golden butterfly mask with long midnight blue gloves reaching her elbows."
6963,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=625,2015-01-12T20:58:00,Tomia,"Quentin nodded at Rini's suggestion. ""That sounds great Rini."" Maxis nodded as well ""I've never been to a museum before. That sounds like it should be interesting.""<br/>Fiona went off to a room to change and came back as soon as she could, wearing the red and white dress Elia had given her and did her hair as best she could. She smiled at Elia's compliment. ""Thanks, it's a really beautiful dress."" She was a little nervous at the idea of dancing, she didn't have any experience and didn't want to embarrass herself or Elia. Still, she couldn't help but be excited about spending time with Elia. ""Sure sweetie, let's go."" She said, taking Elia's arm in hers and following her to the ballroom. Kaden smiled at Ellie's compliment, ""Thanks Ellie, I'm glad you like it."" He saw Elia and Fiona heading to the dance floor. ""Well I guess we should go too. This is my first party like this, I'm glad I can spend it with you."" He told Ellie sincerely as he took her hand and walked with her to the ballroom."
6964,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=625,2015-01-12T22:35:00,Nuridia,"""I'm glad we can dance as well."" Elia said as she and Fiona walked into the ballroom. It was packed with tons of people, the brown haired girl in the gold mask seemed to be surveying the room and her eyes widened when she saw Kaden. He had such a resemblance to her, how was that possible!?"
6965,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=625,2015-01-12T22:44:00,Tomia,"Fiona looked around the ballroom, she was amazed at how many people there were in the room. It was so fancy and elegant, she almost felt out of place. She found herself holding Elia closer for comfort.<br/>Kaden walked into the room with Ellie, he was also surprised by the amount of people there. However his eyes found a girl with brunette hair in a golden mask. Kaden felt drawn to her for some reason but he had no idea why. He found himself staring at her and had to force himself to look away. Who was this girl, and why did she feel almost familiar?"
6966,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=625,2015-01-13T11:00:00,Nuridia,"Rini led Quentin and Maxis through the streets until they stopped at a white building with letters carved in an old language. It was a pretty huge place and through the wide glass windows you could see some of the stuff. Lined with paintings and artifacts of all kinds, it was a lot to see. In Olantis Elia held onto Fiona as the two walked away together, there were people gathered around the sweets table and the musicians started playing. ""Would you like to dance sweetie?"" Elia asked Fiona, turning to her. Kaden walked in with Ellie and Ellie found him staring at a brunette dressed in blue and gold, she kicked his foot with her own to get him to look away, she didn't know why but she was mad about him looking at another woman.The brunette girl was looking at this boy, why did she feel so curious about him? Apparently his redheaded girlfriend was the jealous type, but that had nothing to do with the investigation she had in mind."
6967,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=650,2015-01-13T11:18:00,Tomia,"""Wow this is amazing."" Quentin said in awe as he and his father looked over the large building. There were words and symbols all over the walls and inside you could see plenty of artifacts and paintings. ""Let's go inside, this place looks great."" Quentin said as he made his way to the door to go inside.<br/>Fiona gasped audibly when she saw the ball room. It was huge and decorated beautifully and was filled with people. Fiona looked visibly nervous when Elia asked her if she wanted to dance. ""Elia, I'm nervous. I've never danced at a ball like this before. What if I embarrass you?"" She asked a little timidly.<br/>Kaden was still a little memorized when a sharp kick from Ellie pulled him back into reality. He realized what that might have looked like and was embarrassed. Sure the girl was attractive, but he knew that wasn't why he was drawn to her. She almost felt familiar, but he didn't know why. He wanted to explain it to Ellie, but didn't know what to say. He decided to try to ignore it and pretend it didn't happen. ""Hey you want to get some food?"" He asked Ellie as they walked together, trying to act as normal as possible."
6968,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=650,2015-01-13T17:31:00,Nuridia,"""Well let's go and check this out."" Rini tied her horse to the post outside and went inside the stables, even though she was acting a bit better she was still a somber vision in black, you could tell that something was still troubling her. In Olantis, Ellie grabbed Kaden's arm. ""Let's go, I'm starved."" Ellie nearly dragged him to the punch table and the brunette girl slowly slid up toward them. ""Excuse me, what might your name be?"" she inquired to Kaden, making Ellie's eyes narrow. Elia comforted Fiona. ""Honey, you won't embarrass me."" ""If you don't try you won't know if you can dance, I'll guide you through all the steps."" she smiled."
6969,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=650,2015-01-13T17:44:00,Tomia,"Quentin and Maxis made their way through into the museum with Rini. It had some really amazing sights and they were both enjoying it. However Quentin could tell that Rini was still troubled. He knew she didn't want to talk about it so he silently and subtly put his arm around her as they walked around the building, just to let her know he was there for her.<br/>Kaden was surprised when Ellie grabbed his arm and pulled him toward the food table. He could tell she was mad, but he didn't know what to say to her about it. He felt a sense of panic when the brunette girl approached them. He was very nervous about how Ellie would react, but he was too curious about who this girl was to ignore her. ""My name is Kaden. It's nice to meet you."" He told the girl, not daring to look over to see Ellie's reaction. He didn't give her his last name, Darmis had warned him about doing that. It would be dangerous if anyone found out who he really was.<br/>Fiona could help but smile at Elia's words. ""Well I guess that's true. And if you're there with me, then I don't have anything to lose."" She smiled at her partner, kissing her cheek in thanks for her kind words."
6970,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=650,2015-01-13T21:40:00,Nuridia,"""Well nice to meet you Kaden, my name's Amalia."" Amalia greeted herself, still not taking off her mask. The gold flecks in her eyes seemed to sparkle as she examined this boy. From his accent, he was an Adrean through and through. That had to account for something. Ellie took a pastry from the table and looked at Amalia suspiciously. ""So, Miss Amalia."" ""Are you in the market for a match, you're pretty enough."" Ellie asked somewhat accusingly. ""Peace Princess Elia, I'm not here to take your mate from you. It's just that his look triggered something in my brain is all."" 'I'm actually talking to the very fetching young man over there."" Amalia explained, gesturing to Alaric in the far corner who waved to Amalia and winked at her. Ellie relaxed a bit but was still on edge. ""Well if that's all."" Ellie said, taking a bite of her pastry. Amalia turned and walked away before she remembered something. That was the boy from her vision! She had seen him in her head for fifteen years, her father said they started the night her uncle was slain! She had to add all this together so she walked away quickly to Alaric, her mind racing.<br/><br/>Meanwhile in Marseille, Rini and Quentin walked into the museum where the tour guide greeted her. ""Princess, hello!"" ""How may we help you today, is it a special occasion?"" the blonde woman chirped. ""No ma'am, I'm just here to show my guests around the city. They're from Adrea you know, so I decided to start off with the fine art collection that we have. Three tour passes please."" Rini requested, pulling out three silvers and handing them to the woman who nodded and produced the slips. ""Thank you."" Rini then turned to Quentin and Maxis. ""Let's go gentlemen, we have much to see and so little time."" she said, walking toward thr gallery."
6971,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=650,2015-01-13T21:50:00,Tomia,"Kaden looked at Amalia as she spoke. Even though he couldn't see her face that intense feeling of familiarity started up again. He felt like he knew her, but he had no idea how. He heard the edge in Ellie's voice and was a little worried, not sure if she was mad at him, Amalia, or both. He was relieved though when Amalia explained that there wasn't anything between them but surprised when she ran off and seemed to be in a hurry. ""That was weird."" Kaden said out loud before turning to Ellie. ""Hey, I'm really sorry if that bothered you. It wasn't anything like you were thinking I promise. It's just... I feel like I know her somehow, but I don't know how. I know own that probably sounds crazy, but I can't shake the feeling.""<br/>Quentin and Maxis followed Toni into the museum and watched as she purchased the tickets. Quentin didn't bother to try to pay, he knew Ring wouldn't let him. He smiled at her words and took her hand though as she led the two through the museum. As they walked through the halls Maxis spoke up, ""Wow, I've never seen so much art before. I'm a simple blacksmith after all. My art is usually used to kill people."" He joked with a hearty chuckle."
6972,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=650,2015-01-14T10:26:00,Nuridia,"Rini managed a smile at Maxis' words but the inside of her head was screaming.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Tactless as ever! Quentin possesses far more tact, but still Maxis is a good man and Quentin's father so I suppose some things can't be helped.</span>Rini thought as she looked at a painting of two people, one a fair man with slightly glowing blonde hair and another with dark skin and hair to match. The fair man held a sprouting seed and an infant and the dark man held a sword and skull and the background was divided into half day and half night. ""I remember this, this is a painting I did when I was ten."" ""The twin gods Zoius and Thantos, gods of life and death."" Rini said. In the ballroom Ellie turned to Quentin. ""I know you didn't mean anything by it, but it just pissed me off how she seemed so at liberty with you."" ""But I trust you and she seems more interested in my brother so I'll try to calm down."" Ellie told Kaden. Elia heard the music come on and turned to Fiona. ""Our waltz, shall I lead?"" she asked her partner."
6973,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=650,2015-01-14T10:43:00,Tomia,"Quentin was very surprised at Rini's words when they approached the painting. ""You made this Rini? It's beautiful. I didn't know you could paint like this."" He said to her as he examined the painting.<br/>Kaden took Ellie's hand gently as they sat together. ""Hey, you have nothing to worry about Ellie. Nobody could ever take me from you. You're amazing, and I don't ever want to leave you. I love you Ellie."" Kaden told her sincerely, looking into her eyes.<br/>Fiona smiled at Elia and stood up with her, taking her hand. ""Of course sweetie, I wouldn't have it any other way."" She said no longer nervous about dancing."
6974,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=650,2015-01-14T11:59:00,Nuridia,"""Well it helps to have something to do when you're cooped up in the palace all day long and it's raining."" ""Thery have more paintings by James Pandolf, I really admire his work."" Rini told Quentin, walking along the gallery. In Olantis, while Elia and Fiona danced Ellie turned around and looked absolutely shocked at Kaden's words. ""Wait Kaden, did you really say what I think you said?"" ""You...love me?"" Ellie stammered."
6975,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=650,2015-01-14T12:18:00,Tomia,"Quentin nodded to Rini and followed along with her the hallway. He thought the art was very interesting, he hadn't seen much art before, being a knight didn't give him a lot of opportunities.<br/>Fiona felt much better as she started dancing with Elia and didn't feel nervous anymore. She leaned close to Elia as they danced and whispered in her ear, ""I love you Elia.""<br/>Kaden was a little shocked when he realized what he said as well, but he nodded firmly at Ellie's question. ""I do Ellie. I really do. I have ever since you comforted me about my family. I realized how much you cared about me and I've loved you ever since."" He told her sincerely."
6976,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=650,2015-01-15T12:54:00,Nuridia,"Rini was exploring the museum and then took three glasses of wine from a waiter who was passing out refreshments, making her way back to the father and son. ""Gentlemen."" she said, handing them the wine. ""They have some artifacts from Kemet this way, it's a pretty mysterious kingdom that I've long admired. We've been allies for many years, and I think they have many examples of Kemet weapons and chariots to keep Mr. Alrean interested."" Rini said, knowing how much Maxis admired forgery work. Meanwhile in Olantis, Elia kissed Fiona's cheek. ""I'm glad you're not nervous anymore, I love you too."" she told the blonde sincerely. Meanwhile Ellie went bright red at Kaden's admission, did she love him back? She had genuine true feelings for him, she think she loved him. ""Kaden I...I'm just blown away."" ""I love you too, well I really care about you and I feel a certain way when I see you so that can only mean that I love you too, I love you too Kaden."" she admitted."
6977,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=650,2015-01-15T13:21:00,Tomia,"Quentin listened to Rini and nodded ""That sounds really cool Rini. I've heard of Kemet before but I've never been there. It's said to be a very mysterious place."" Maxis lit up at the mention of weapons and chariots. ""I like this girl Quentin!"" He said brightly to his son as they walked into the hall that displayed the art and culture of Kemet.<br/>Fiona smiled and blushed a little when Elia kissed her cheek. ""Of course I'm not nervous. I have the best partner in the world. I thought I'd be worried about people looking at us, but I don't care about that anymore."" She said to her as they danced. She put her hands on Elia's hips and held her a little closer.<br/>Kaden blushed as well when Ellie said she loved him. He kissed her cheek softly, ""I'm glad Ellie, I wouldn't want it any other way. I don't want us to ever be apart. I feel like I found my new family."" He told her sincerely. ""Well, do you want to dance sweetie? That's what you do at a ball right?"""
6978,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=650,2015-01-15T19:30:00,Nuridia,"Rini was pleased that Maxis liked her but was quite perturbed at his loud boisterousness. She then turned to a display of a set of bronze and steel weapons in a glass case, used by an ancient Kemetian Pharaoh and still pretty preserved. No iron was used as it would rust over time, but these metals lasted much longer. In Olantis, Elia blushed when Fiona pulled her closer and leaned her head against the older girl's shoulder as they danced. Ellie stood with Kaden and smiled when he kissed her cheek. 'I'd be honored to dance."" she whispered to him and pulled him onto the dance floor as the brunette girl was dancing with Alaric but taking secret looks at the couple."
6979,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=650,2015-01-15T20:02:00,Tomia,"Maxis and Quentin both studied the weapons curiously. ""I thought you didn't like weapons?"" Quentin joked playfully to Rini. ""This is certainly skilled craftsmanship. Some of the best glass work I've seen. I'd love to sit down with a smith from this land."" Maxis said in awe.<br/>Fiona smiled when Elia leaned against her shoulder and held her close, they were nearly hugging as they danced. Fiona stroked Elia's red hair softly as they danced together. ""This is nice."" She whispered to her partner. ""I like being close to you."" She admitted softly.<br/>Kaden couldn't helped put laugh as Ellie pulled him onto the dance floor. ""You love bossing me around don't you?"" He joked playfully. He danced with her and kept up as best he could. He enjoyed the closeness they shared. He saw Amalia occasionally glancing at them subtly. ""Uh Ellie, don't get mad. But that girl Amalia is looking over here sometimes. I wonder what she wants."""
6980,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=650,2015-01-15T20:21:00,Nuridia,"""I don't, but your father does. I didn't want to just show people things I like, since he was interested in forge work I figured that I'd show him the best in weapons and things that the country has to offer."" Rini told Quentin. In Olantis, Elia kissed Fiona softly and twirled around when the music changed. Ellie looked over Kaden's shoulder at Amalia and glared at her, Amalia gave her a confused look in return. ""I don't know what she wants, but whatever it is it better not be romantic."" Ellie told Kaden as they danced."
6981,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=650,2015-01-15T20:28:00,Tomia,"Quentin smiled at Rini, ""Well that's very kind of you. You're a great host. These displays really are amazing. It's all very fine craftsmanship. I've never used a glass sword before. I wonder how it feels."" He said as he looked at the displays.<br/>Fiona was surprised when the music changed but smiled and kissed Elia back. She held her hand when she twirled and did her best to keep up with the new fast pace music.<br/>Kaden heard Ellie getting jealous again as they danced. ""Sweetie, you don't have to worry about that. I don't think that's it, but even if it is, there's nothing to worry about. I'm yours, I promise. Even if she tries to romance me or anything it'll only make me uncomfortable and I'll run to you and tell you why happened."" He told her sincerely to calm her. ""If it's not that though, I wonder what it is. I still can't shake the feeling that I know her."" He said to Ellie as they danced with a moderately fast pace."
6982,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=650,2015-01-16T12:45:00,Nuridia,"""That glass sword is purely for ceremonial display, the bronze and steel weapons are the ones actually used for fighting. Except that obsidian sword, I guess that's a type of glass."" Rini wondered, examining the weapons curiously. Ellie turned to Kaden when he spoke. ""I understand, I'm sorry. You think you know her, I haven't seen her in any of my visions."" Ellie wondered."
6983,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=650,2015-01-16T12:57:00,Tomia,"""Obsidian can make a sturdy blade, if worked correctly."" Maxis remarked as they examined the blades. ""I'm sure they have some fine smiths in Kemet. I'd love to meet them one day. They could probably teach me a while lot.""<br/>Kaden nodded to Ellie, ""It's alright, I understand. I would be mad if someone tried to you from me too."" He told her as they danced. ""I haven't seen her either, but I just have this feeling. Ellie I'll be right back."" He told her and gently pulled away from her. He couldn't take it anymore he needed answers. He walked over to Amalia as she danced and tapped her on the shoulder. ""Hey, could we talk for a second? "" he asked her. It might have seemed strange but he was too curious about who this girl was to care."
6984,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=650,2015-01-16T23:01:00,Nuridia,"Ellie nodded to Kaden and waited for him to come back. Amalia was talking with Alaric when she saw Kaden approach. ""Excuse me for a second, my prince."" she said before turning to Kaden. ""What is it Master Kaden, something you wished to tell me about?"" she asked him."
6985,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=650,2015-01-16T23:17:00,Tomia,"Kaden was grateful that Ellie didn't seem mad and approached Amalia. He could tell she was being coy with him. ""Ya, I was really curious about something. Who are you? I mean who are you really? I keep getting this weird feeling about you and I can't figure I out. Don't you feel it too?"" He asked her as they stood together."
6986,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=650,2015-01-17T14:13:00,Nuridia,"Rini nodded to Maxis' statement. ""They actually have citizens from Kemet living in the country, maybe we can go and see them. So would you two like to stay here, or go find something else to do?"" she asked. In the ballroom Amalia listened to Kaden's question and nodded. ""I do actually feel that, I know that I've seen you before. Not in person, per se but I have seen you, you just randomly pop up ever since I was nearly two years old. So I guess I can ask you the same question, the resemblance is uncanny."" Amalia told Kaden as she took off her mask, revealing her face."
6987,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=650,2015-01-17T14:30:00,Tomia,"Quentin and Maxis listened to Rini's question. ""Well, we can go somewhere else if you want Rini. I'm sure there's plenty of cool things to see."" Quentin told his girlfriend.<br/>Meanwhile Kaden was shocked at Amalia's confession that she had seen his face in some sort of vision or dream, he was even more shocked when she took off her mask. The visions, they're resemblance? The truth was becoming clear but it seemed too crazy for Kaden to even believe. ""Come on, we need to talk in private."" He said with a sudden sense of shocked urgency. He tool her hand and quickly led her out of the ballroom toward a private room where they can speak, he didn't even stop to think if it was strange or not. Once they were alone he spoke. ""My name is Kaden Darlius. My father was King Abarac of Adrea. He was murdered along with the rest of my entire family or at least I thought so."" He said to Amalia, the shock evident on his face."
6988,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=650,2015-01-17T14:49:00,Nuridia,"""Well let's go."" Rini smiled to everybody before leaving the museum. After a while Maxis' tactlessness became grating, but also a little bit of a relief from the harsh ettiquette of court life. Anyway her sensibilties would have to get used to him. In Olantis, Amalia looked absolutely stunned at Kaden's words. No, it couldn't be! He had to be lying, her father told her! And besides, why was he just heaping all this information on her when she was a virtual stranger? However she couldn't deny the resemblance between him and Abarac's portrait. ""Wait, Uncle Abarac is your father? No, that can't be. He's dead, his wife and his entire family is dead, Father told me so! Another Darlius? I thought I was the last one."" Amalia whispered in shock."
6989,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=650,2015-01-17T15:03:00,Tomia,"Quentin and Maxis followed behind Rini as they left the museum. Quentin was enjoying their day together and Maxis enjoyed getting to know Rini. He liked her a lot and thought she was very kind.<br/>Kaden was shocked as the truth finally came out. Amalia was his cousin. His reaction was a mix of total shock and happiness. ""I have a cousin? I'm not alone?"" He asked softly in disbelief. He then hugged Amalia suddenly, not being able to resist the urge, he had even started to tear up. ""I know it seems impossible. I didn't even know until a few weeks ago. But it has to be the truth, this is a sign from Berian. You're my family. And those visions, you must be a guardian. I can't believe my cousin is a guardian!"" He called out excitedly."
6990,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=650,2015-01-17T16:18:00,Nuridia,"Rini thought Maxis was a very kind man, but very tactless. She would try her best not to get angry with him, for Quentin's sake. And the fact that he was unused to court ettiquette. Amalia was shocked when Kaden hugged her and hugged him back slowly. ""Wait, you know of the prophecy?"" ""That means something then."" She listened as he said that he couldn't believe his cousin was a guardian. ""I can't believe my cousin is alive! How did you escape the massacre?"" she questioned him, excitement creeping into her voice."
6991,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=650,2015-01-17T16:28:00,Tomia,"Quentin noticed that Rini seemed to be thinking about something and had an idea what it was. He had seen the way that she looked a little strained whenever his dad laughed or shouted. He understood, Rini wasn't used to that sort of thing, and she had been very kind to Maxis so far. Quentin put an arm around Rini as they walked together and held her close. ""Thanks for being patient with my dad. I know he's different than you're used to."" Quentin whispered to his girlfriend softly.<br/>Kaden listened to Amalia's words. ""Ya I know about the prophecy, the quest is going on already. We have three of the chosen heroes, and now we have you! I can't wait to introduce you to everyone."" He frowned a little when she mentioned the massacre. ""I don't know honestly. I've been told that Garax had been told that I had been killed by a double agent, and the Knights got me out of castle before Garax's men could find me. I don't really remember it though."""
6992,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=675,2015-01-18T13:50:00,Nuridia,"""Thank you. His boisterous behavior's a little more than I'm used to but he is a very good man and that's all that matters. Hey, anybody wondering how Elia and the others are doing right now?"" Rini wondered. At the ball Amalia heard Kaden's explanation. It sounded like a likely story, but his claims and all the evidence was too strong to denounce it. Elia looked over at Ellie who was alone and sitting at the table with some pastries. ""Ellie's alone? I wonder where Kaden went."" Elia wondered to Fiona."
6993,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=675,2015-01-18T13:57:00,Tomia,"Quentin nodded to Rini and smiled, ""Thank you, I appreciate that."" He then heard her question about Elia. ""I'm not sure. I had been writing to Kaden for a little while but he never responded. He said he was going on a trio by himself. Maybe he decided to visit Ellie like she wanted him too.""<br/>Fiona saw Ellie and shook her head at Elia's question, ""I'm not sure. They haven't moved from each others side since we got here. Let's go see."" She said, walking over to Ellie. ""Hey Ellie, where did Kaden go?"" She asked curiously.<br/>Kaden could tell that Amalia was a little skeptical and understood that. ""I know it's hard to believe, but I promise it's true. I have trouble believing it myself. But I want us to be friends now, we're family after all. Come on, I want you to meet my friends!"" He said to her excitedly and took her hand, leading her back into the ball."
6994,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=675,2015-01-18T15:22:00,Nuridia,"""Well I figured we probably should start questing again, you know fight Garax and put Kaden on the throne so that we can save Adrea and...and..I wonder where we'll go from there. I guess we'll all..go back to our normal lives again. Go our..separate ways."" Rini said quietly, drifitng off a little. She had fought with and bonded with these people, especially Quentin. Where would they go after the quest was over? At the ball Amalia was basically dragged along by Kaden, she found it a little annoying that he wanted to drag her along everywhere but couldn't help but be shocked that she had a living cousin. Ellie looked up at Fiona and Elia when they approached. ""He met some brunette girl and decided to go off with her, he said he had a feeling he knew her. Had some questions only she could answer."" Ellie said."
6995,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=675,2015-01-18T15:51:00,Tomia,"Quentin nodded to Rini, ""You're probably right. Defeating him is the most important thing."" He then frowned a little when she said they would all go their separate ways. ""Well I hope not. I mean we're all friends and we're almost like a family right now. I mean you and me won't go our separate ways... Right Rini?""<br/>Kaden led Amalia into the ball room, he couldn't wait to tell everyone the great news. Fiona was surprised at Ellie's answer. ""That doesn't sound like Kaden at all. It must be really important."" Suddenly she saw Kaden approach them, and he was holding the hand of the girl with brunette hair that Ellie mentioned. ""Guys, you won't believe this. I have a secret but you can't tell anyone, it'll be too dangerous."" He took a deep breath and spoke. ""This is Amalia, she's my cousin!"" He said in hushed tones, trying to contain his excitement. ""She'd been having visions of me and everything. Can you believe it? I have living family!"""
6996,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=675,2015-01-18T16:23:00,Nuridia,"Rini thought about Quentin's question and then took his hand. ""I don't want to be separate from you Quentin, but I cannot stay in Adrea. I have a life and a family here, I have to rule one day, possibly sooner than I hoped. And I could never ask you to leave yours, I am sure that your father and the Knights would miss you terribly as you're pretty much the only family that you two have of each other. I do hope that there's a way for us to stay together though."" Rini said.<br/>Ellie looked up and smiled when Kaden came back with Amalia in tow. Amalia looked around and saw Ellie had been joined by two other girls and heard Kaden's excitement. ""Wait, cousin!?"" Ellie asked in shock. ""That's exactly what<span style=""font-style: italic"">I</span>told him!"" Amalia explained. ""Well you two do look really similar, I have to say I see the family resemblance. And at least you don't have anything to worry about if it's true Ellie."" Elia said. Ellie spoke up. ""Wiat a minute, Kaden told us that his whole family was dead!"" she questioned. ""My father told<span style=""font-style: italic"">me</span>that my whole family was dead! If this is true than apparently they were wrong! Here I was raised all this time thinking I was the last Darlius and going to rule Adrea one day, but now I have a cousin!"" ""I have to admit that he does look like the king."" Amalia said. ""Who are your parents if I may ask, Miss Amalia?"" Elia questioned. ""My parents are Princess Ivana Dracius-Darlius and Prince Frederick Darlius, I'm Amalia Darlius, Princess of Adrea and Romalia. You've heard of Frederick Darlius, have you not?"" Amalia said surely."
6997,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=675,2015-01-18T18:09:00,Tomia,"Quentin listened to Rini and leaned against her when she held his hand. Her words made him really sad, was that really how it had to be. He didn't want to be without Rini, he hated that idea. ""I could move here."" He told her after being silent for a while. ""It would be hard to leave Adrea, buy my home is where you are."" He said sincerely. ""And maybe Dad can come too? We don't have many ties in Adrea. You need blacksmiths here right? Dad's really good, you should see him. I don't want to leave you Rini, I really don't.""<br/>Kaden smiled at Ellie's reaction. ""Ya can you believe it? I told you you didn't have to be jealous Ellie."" He said, kissing her cheek. Fiona was shocked at Amalia's words. ""Frederick Darlius? He's your father? I thought he was dead? They said that he drowned."" She said in shock. Meanwhile Kaden was looking outside the large window. ""It's getting pretty late. Do you think you'll stay over tonight Amalia?"" He asked her. He hoped she would, he wanted to get to know her more."
6998,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=675,2015-01-18T20:02:00,Nuridia,"Rini smiled at Quentin's words but couldn't help but feel sad. ""I'd be happy if you came here."" ""As for your father we have a place for him, if I ascend the throne I could make him royal blacksmith. Also there's a opening making foundry swords in town for now. "" But I don't want you to abandon your home, I'm very grateful that you'd move with me however. But still, I couldn't be selfish and ask you to leave. The knights are there, your mother is buried there. I suppose...I suppose that perhaps I can give my position as heir to my fifteen year old brother and move to Adrea with you."" Rini said. It would be very hard for her hard giving up the crown but she wanted to be with Quentin more.<br/><br/>In Olantis Amalia was talking. ""We were actually forced to fake that, my father was sent by the king supposedly to aid in a war in my mother's country since they were allies. However, the war was a lie presented to the king by a double agent of Garax who wanted to make sure that a branch of the Darlius family survived. He knew he couldn't sneak the king, queen or any of their children out without Garax knowing that something was up so he settled for my father and I instead. Luckily it happened to be storming that night and all throughout the trip so after the king and his family died, the storming stopped and the tossed flag and some ruined clothes that fell from our ship were presented to Garax by the double agent as proof that we were shipwrecked but we were actually in Romalia this whole time. My father found out about my uncle's death and was devastated, he felt so guilty for not being there to help and on top of that we had to stay in hiding so that Garax wouldn't kill us. It still haunts him to this day, but I was raised as the future Queen of Adrea when my father would one day retake the kingdom, well until today. I have a little brother, his name is Henry Abarac Darlius and he's about five years younger than I am so Kaden has two living cousins if this is true."" Amalia told Fiona."
6999,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=675,2015-01-18T20:47:00,Tomia,"Quentin was very surprised when Rini said she'd be willing to give up her throne to move to Adrea with him. He was very touched and couldn't believe she'd do that for him. ""Rini, you'd really do that for me? That's amazing, thank you. But you know I could never ask that of you. You've been training to rule your entire life, it's your destiny. I can't take that from you."" He gently put his arm around her and held her close. ""I don't know what's going to happen in the future, but I'm not worried anymore. We care about each other Rini, and it's clear neither of us wants to leave the other's side. I know we'll stay together, no matter what."" He said to her confidently.<br/>Fiona and Kaden were shocked by Amaila's story and listened intently. ""So that's how you survived, that's amazing. That must have been very hard on your father."" Fiona said reflexively. She was holding Elia's hand and softly stroked her fingers aimlessly as she thought. ""I'm sorry you had to go through that. It must have been really hard. I know what it's like to lose family."" Fiona finished. ""I have an uncle and a other cousin?"" Kaden asked in shock. ""I can't believe it. I can't wait to meet them. I can't believe I actually have an uncle."" Soon desert was being served and when a piece of cake was laid before Kaden suddenly something red was moving under the table and jumped up towards it. Phoebe had gotten in to the cake and made a mess of her face, chocolate smeared on her nose. Kaden laughed and wiped the dragons face with a napkin."
7000,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=675,2015-01-19T13:27:00,Nuridia,"""Well it's only right, I mean we've been through so much together. And I'm not scared either, I'm certain that whatever the future has in store for us that it'll work out for the best because well...because."" Rini twirled a lock of her hair nervously, she couldn't believe she was saying this but looking into Quentin's eyes she knew she meant it. ""Because we love each other. At least...I hope that we do."" she told him. Amalia and Fiona were talking and Ellie couldn't help but smile at how happy Kaden was. Sniffing the air, Elia's eyes lit up like a child's when dessert was brought out. ""Yay, chocolate!"" she cheered but then was interrupted by Phoebe running splat into Kaden's cake. Khione was nipping at Elia's slice before giving up and decided to join Phoebe."
7001,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=675,2015-01-19T13:39:00,Tomia,"Rini's words made Quentin feel better about their future. He knew they would be together in the end. He then saw she looked a little nervous and that was shocked at what she said next. She had just told him she loved him. ""Rini... You love me? I love you too Rini, I really do."" He told her sincerely, leaning down and kissing her on the lips.<br/>Fiona heard Elia's exclamation when the cake was brought out and gave a soft giggle. ""You're<span style=""font-style: italic"">so</span>cute."" She told her partner smiling. Kaden laughed when he saw Khione attack Elia's cake as well. ""Well it looks like our dragons are hungry for cake. We'll have to give them a bath before we go to bed."" He said as he asked a waiter for two more pieces of cake."
7002,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=675,2015-01-20T15:16:00,Nuridia,"""I love you too."" Rini whispered to Quentin before returning his kiss. In Olantis, Elia smiled and blushed at Fiona's comment before kissing her and then looked out at the full moon in the sky, shining brightly. ""It looks like a giant pearl. It's absolutely beautiful, I wonder what it's like to live up there. You know when they look down here, our planet looks to them like the moon does to us."" Elia sighed dreamily."
7003,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=675,2015-01-20T15:25:00,Tomia,"Quentin smiled when Rini said she loved him, she had already said it for the most part but it was nice to hear the words. After a short while Quentin reluctantly pulled away from their kiss. Maxis was grinning at the young couple. He was happy that they had found each other.<br/>Fiona blushed a little when Elia kissed her and kissed her back. When they pulled away Fiona wrapped her arm around her and looked out at the moon with her. ""There are people on the moon?"" She asked Elia in shock at her words. Fiona knew that Elia was related to gods, maybe that's where they lived."
7004,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=675,2015-01-20T15:39:00,Nuridia,"""My grandmother the moon goddess Lunara, she established a settlement on the moon. She took her chosen people who had proved their worth and took them to live on her kingdom on the moon with her. She had gotten lonely a bit on the moon by herself even though she was surrounded by her children, the stars so she built a kingdom on the moon where there could be peace, prosperity and tranquility. The stars are all my mother's aunts and uncles."" Elia explained."
7005,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=675,2015-01-20T15:43:00,Tomia,"""Wow, that's amazing. "" Fiona said in awe. ""So there's a kingdom on the moon? I wonder what it's like to live there. It must he a very beautiful place."" She said as the two sat together. Meanwhile Phoebe had yawned and curled up on Kaden's laugh as he finished eating his desert. Kaden smiled and pet her softly. ""I think I'm going to take her up to sleep. I'm pretty tired myself. Goodnight everyone, this day was great."" He gave Ellie a kiss goodnight and turned to Amalia. ""Goodnight Amalia, it was amazing to meet you."" He told her sincerely before heading upstairs to his room."
7006,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=675,2015-01-21T19:02:00,Nuridia,"""It is, I've been there before. Grandmother says that as her descendents, the kingdom belongs to us and the next one will be in line to inherit it although she hasn't told us who."" Elia told Fiona as she kissed her cheek and headed up to bed. Elia kissed Kaden back goodnight and Amalia answered his greeting. ""Thank you, it was very nice to meet you too."" Amalia told him sincerely, but she was still pondering. Meanwhile in Marseille, Rini looked out at the sky. ""I know I promised you that I'd take you guys around, but it's getting late. Maybe we should head to bed now and get ready for the morning."" Rini told Quentin and his father."
7007,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=675,2015-01-21T19:16:00,Tomia,"Kaden headed to bed, still shocked about everything that had happened that night. He actually had living relatives, he couldn't even have dreamed that before. His mind was swimming with ideas but his body demanded sleep so he got him and Phoebe ready for bed and laid down with her to sleep.<br/>Fiona was surprised at Elia's words, ""One of you will inherit the moon? That's amazing!"" She said in awe. She then smiled when Elia kissed her cheek and said goodnight to Elia. She then paused for a second and decided to follow her upstairs, ""Hey Elia, wait up."" The knight called to her partner. ""I wanted to ask you something."" She said when she caught up to her. ""Do you think, maybe you'd want to... stay in my room tonight?"" She asked, blushing brightly, when she realized what it must sound like. ""That might have come out wrong, I just thought it would be nice to share a bed. I mean I've always been alone, I've wondered what it's like to have someone you care about next to you."" ""It's really okay if you don't want to though, I totally understand."" Fiona assured her partner. She was still blushing very much, and didn't want to embarrass herself.<br/>Quentin nodded to Rini when she said they should head back. ""Sure sweetie, I understand. It's been a pretty long day."" He said to her as they and Maxis started to walk back to the castle."
7008,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=675,2015-01-23T18:56:00,Nuridia,"Elia blushed brightly at her partner's proposal until Fiona elaborated. ""Well then. I suppose that...it's alright then."" Elia said shyly and looked away a little before looking back at Fiona. In Marseille they arrived back at the palace and the first thing Rini was gonna do was to get into a hot bath and then go to sleep, she needed it."
7009,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=675,2015-01-23T19:21:00,Tomia,"Fiona blushed brightly as well, but was happy that Elia was okay with her suggestion. She was afraid she'd overstepped. ""Well cool... I promise we won't do anything you don't want to do."" She reassured her. ""Do you wanna go get some stuff from your room? I'll go get ready myself."" She said, she was still a little nervous but she was actually looking forward to it as she headed into her room to get ready for bed.<br/>Quentin and Maxis arrived back at the castle with Rini and Quentin turned to her, ""Sweetie, me and dad are going to get some food, and I figured I'd feed the dragons while I'm at it. I'm sure you want to clean up right? So I guess I'll see you after. I love you."" He told her, kissing her cheek before he headed off into the castle with his father."
7010,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=675,2015-01-24T15:05:00,Nuridia,"""I'm good, I guess I'll just go change and get ready then. Maybe even take a bath before bed so I smell nice."" Elia blushed before walking away to get ready. In Marseille, Rini looked up at Quentin and then listened to him speak. ""Thank you sweetie, but I guess I can help you feed Apaztli. He'll want to sleep with me after all, and then I'll take my bath. I love you too."" Rini said, taking out the pins that held her hair in place."
7011,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=675,2015-01-24T15:15:00,Tomia,"Fiona blushed a little at Elia's words and waved to her as she walked away. She entered her room with Ajax at her heels. She undressed and headed into the bath herself. Once she had cleaned herself she got dressed in her night gown and wore a robe over it for modesty, not wanting Elia to feel uncomfortable. Fiona grew up with knights so she wasn't very shy about her body but she knew Elia was very modest. She sat on her bed with Ajax, rubbing his scales as she waited a little anxiously for Elia.<br/>Quentin smiled to Rini, ""Alright sweetie, but I can do it if you want it's no trouble. Also Apaztli can stay with me and Shadow if you want. It's no trouble at all."" Quentin told his girlfriend as they headed for the kitchen."
7012,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=675,2015-01-24T16:45:00,Nuridia,"Elia bathed in mint scented water, bathed with cinnamon, pepper and jasmine scented soap giving her a sweet and spicy scent as she walked out of the bath and changed into a flowing nightgown and her long red hair allowed to flow freely in waves. Rini went to go feed Apaztli and kissed Quentin goodnight one last time before she and Apaztli took a bath together and went to bed. As she slept, Rini had a searing headache and visions started running through her head."
7013,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=675,2015-01-24T16:48:00,Tomia,"Fiona had gotten under her blankets with Ajax as she waited for Elia. She got an idea as she laid down. She remembered the song that she had promised to sing Elia, and thought this would be a perfect time for it.<br/>Quentin fed Shadow and had dinner with his father before kissing Rini goodnight. He said goodbye to his father before bathing himself and headed to sleep in his room."
7014,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=675,2015-01-25T11:04:00,Nuridia,"Elia walked gingerly into Fiona's room with her robe around her shoulders and saw Fiona with Ajax. Khione was draped around Elia's shoulders like a lazy comfortable ice necklace. Rini went to sleep with Apaztli and her eyes squeezed shut as images ran through her head. It was horrible, she was running through a dirty, filthy slime bog all by herself and had to fight monsters. And the worst part is that she couldn't use her magic. She tossed and turned until she couldn't sleep, and then all of a sudden she was filthy and grabbed by a rock monster. In her sleep she clapped her hands over her ears and screamed shrilly."
7015,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=675,2015-01-25T12:13:00,Tomia,"Fiona gasped a little when she saw Elia enter her room. ""I'm glad you're here Elia. You look absolutely beautiful."" Fiona said softly as her partner entered the room. ""You can lay down if you want Elia. There's plenty of room."" She said a little shyly. Ajax chirped in greeting when he saw Khione around Elia's neck.<br/>Quentin was asleep in Marseille, when suddenly he heard a loud scream from nearby. He quickly realized it was Rini and rushed out of his room. He got to her door and knocked in worry. ""Rini? Rini are okay?"" He called to her frantically."
7016,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=675,2015-01-27T15:45:00,Nuridia,"""Well I guess that's okay, thank you."" Elia said as she slowly got into bed with Fiona. Khione chirped back to Ajax when he greeted her and got down to go and lay beside him. In Marseille, Rini woke up drenched in a cold sweat like she had seen a ghost. She heard Quentin's voice through the door and opened it. ""Quentin. Hey, I had the worst dream ever. I was all by myself in this yucky swamp and I got my clothes all dirty and the worst part was I couldn't use my magic and had to fight monsters alone!"" Rini said."
7017,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=700,2015-01-27T15:59:00,Tomia,"Fiona watched and tensed up a bit as Elia got into bed with her. She had never been in the same bed with another girl before and it made her a little nervous. Ajax watched as Khione laid down next him and nudged her gently in greeting. He gave a small yawn and snuggled up against her for warmth as he laid down. Fiona laid next to Elia, trying to relax herself. She stayed on her side of the bed in that moment, not wanting to make Elia uncomfortable. Then suddenly a thought came to her mind and she inched closer to her partner. ""Hey I just remembered, I owe you a song don't I?"" She asked Elia, a smile on her face.<br/>Quentin saw that Rini was very pale and looked terrified. He listened to her intently as she described her dream and wrapped his arms around her in a hug to comfort her. ""I'm sorry Rini, that sounds terrible. But it was just a dream. You're not alone, I'm right beside you."" He assured her softly. A scary thought came to his mind though, what if it wasn't just a dream. He didn't voice his idea to Rini though, she was scared enough. ""Hey, if you want I can stay here with you until you fall asleep. I can sit in a chair by your bed so I'll be right by your side."" He told her softly."
7018,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=700,2015-01-30T16:10:00,Nuridia,"""I remember, I wanted to hear you sing it to me in person. It was a beautiful song but I seem to have forgotten most of the words."" Elia said coyly. In Marseille, Rini was pulled into a hug by Quentin and she hugged him back. Apaztli stirred from the other side of Rini's bed to check on his owner but Rini looked at the little dragon with a calming look and he went back to sleep. ""I know, but nobody could help me in that dream. I was all alone and you guys were there but you couldn't help me no matter how hard you all tried."" Rini whispered to Quentin, still shivering."
7019,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=700,2015-01-31T01:16:00,Tomia,"Fiona smiled at Elia's words and looked into her eyes as they laid together. ""Well, I guess I have to remind you then."" She told her playfully. She took a deep breath and started to sing:<br/>""Wolfen one,<br/>You are my midday moon and I, your midnight sun--<br/>Wolfen one,<br/>Our journey's at an end but life has just begun--<br/><br/>When first we met, I thought<br/>That what I felt could not be true--<br/>But through the sharing of our hearts<br/>There now is one where there was two--<br/><br/>Left to right,<br/>the meeting of the darkened day and dawning night--<br/>Drum to tune,<br/>the joining of the shining sun and silver moon--<br/><br/>I knew the risk I took<br/>when down beside you I had laid,<br/>And lo, the breath of two new lives<br/>was well worth the price I paid--<br/><br/>Wolfen one,<br/>come dance with me and gaze back at which we have done--<br/>Wolfen one,<br/>we've sown the threads by which the future shall be spun--<br/>Wolfen one,<br/>You are my midday moon and I, your midnight sun--<br/>Wolfen one""<br/>Fiona slowly began to trail off as she finished the song, looking a little self conscious but happy.<br/><br/>Meanwhile Quentin continued to hold Rini in his arms as he felt her shiver. She was clearly upset, and he didn't blame her. He again had a terrible feeling in his gut at her words but didn't show it. ""I'm sorry I couldn't be there for you in the dream, but I'm here right now. Come on, let's get you back in bed."" He said to her, leading her gently back to her bed."
7020,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=700,2015-01-31T16:51:00,Nuridia,"""Godnight Quentin, thanks for coming to see me."" Rini said as she crawled back into bed next to Apaztli and went back to sleep. In Olantis, Elia heard Fiona's song and was deeply touched. She loved that the song was special, just for her dedicated to her by somebody she cared about and at the end Elia had tears in her eyes and she kissed Fiona happily. ""Fiona, that was the most beautiful thing that I've ever heard. Thank you."" ""You know what, I have a song for you too, I wrote it thinking about you last week."" Elia then started to sing to Fiona softly.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Stand on up and take a bow<br/>There's something there and it's showin'<br/>There's no need to look around<br/>You're the best we got goin'<br/><br/>Shout out to the dreams you'll chase<br/>Shout out to the hearts you'll break<br/>Nothing's gonna stop you now<br/>I guess you'd better be goin'<br/><br/>You'll never be far<br/>I'm keeping you near<br/>Inside of my heart<br/>You're here<br/><br/>Go on<br/>It's gotta be time<br/>You're starting to shine<br/>'Cause what you've got is<br/><br/>Go-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-old, I know, you're gold<br/>Oh oh oh oh oh oh oh oh oh I know, I know<br/>I don't need the stars in the night<br/>I've found my treasure<br/>All I need is you by my side<br/>So shine forever<br/>Go-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-old, I know, you're gold<br/>Oh oh oh oh oh oh oh oh oh I know, you're gold<br/><br/>It wont take you long to get<br/>When you feel like you're soarin'<br/>So write it all and don't forget<br/>You gotta tell us your story<br/><br/>Shout out to the friends back home<br/>Shout out to the hearts you've known<br/>You gave them nothing but the best<br/>Yea, and you can tell them your story<br/><br/>You'll never be far<br/>I'm keeping you near<br/>Inside of my heart<br/>You're here<br/><br/>Go on<br/>It's gotta be time<br/>You're starting to shine<br/>'Cause what you've got is<br/><br/>Go-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-old, I know, you're gold<br/>Oh oh oh oh oh oh oh oh oh I know, I know<br/>I don't need the stars in the night<br/>I've found my treasure<br/>All I need is you by my side<br/>So shine forever<br/>Go-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-old, I know, you're gold<br/>Oh oh oh oh oh oh oh oh oh I know, you're gold<br/><br/>'Cause what you've got is<br/>Go-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-old, I know, you're gold<br/>Oh oh oh oh oh oh oh oh oh I know, I know<br/>I don't need the stars in the night<br/>I've found my treasure<br/>All I need is you by my side<br/>So shine forever<br/>Go-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-old, I know, you're gold<br/>Oh oh oh oh oh oh oh oh oh I know, you're gold<br/><br/>You're gold...<br/>You're gold... </span>"
7021,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=700,2015-01-31T17:49:00,Tomia,"Quentin nodded to Rini and kissed her cheek before heading back to his room. He tried not to worry about what Rini has said but it was certainly difficult for him. He couldn't help but be afraid that her dreams were actually visions. He didn't know what he would do if he lost Rini but he tried to push that from his mind as he got in his bed and forced himself to rest again.<br/>Fiona smiled when Elia kissed her, her eyes shining. ""I'm glad you liked it."" She then gasped audibly when she heard Elia's sonf. It was amazing and tears began to flow down Fiona's face which was incredibly rare for her. ""Elia, you're making me cry."" She fake admonished, snuggling against her. ""That was so beautiful Elia, I love you so much."" She said sincerely."
7022,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=700,2015-02-02T07:38:00,Nuridia,"Elia wiped away Fiona's tears and held her against her chest when she snuggled against her. ""I love you too."" Elia told Fiona sincerely. Rini went back to bed, her headache beginning to subside but she couldn't help but wonder about the visions or dreams that she had."
7023,Adrea: Keepers of Destiny(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321740&start=700,2015-02-02T10:00:00,Tomia,"Fiona felt Elia wiping away her tears and was surprised, no one had ever done that for her before. She felt so safe and protected in that moment, it was a new and wonderful feeling. Her eyelids began to feel heavy and her body demanded sleep. ""Goodnight Elia"" she mumbled softly before drifting off to sleep, her head resting on her partner's chest.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Next Morning</span><br/>Quentin hadn't slept very well that night. He was too worried about Rini. He knew that she had to face her quest eventually, but that thought didn't make him and less scared for her. He got dressed and weny to go check on her once the sun had risen fully.<br/>Kaden had difficultly sleeping as well, he was too excited by the possibility of having family. He couldn't wait to talk to Amalia more and get to know her."
7024,"After the Fall (Sci-fi, IC Thread)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321894,2014-11-29T09:53:00,Kratu,"<div align=""center""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Link to the OOC: <a class=""postlink-local"" href=""http://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321357"">viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321357</a><br/></span></span></blockquote></div><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">It is now 3021 C.E. Hundreds of years ago following the invention of the Alcubierre Drive by Chinese Scientists Humanity spread across the Orion Arm of the Galaxy, for the first time in history the species united under one flag. The Terran Confederacy was extremely vast and free, but maybe it was a little to vast. Differences started to grow between the colonists of the Outer Worlds and the more Earth oriented folk closer to Terra Firma. Finally in 2563 the breaking point was reached and the Confederacy fell into all out war between many different factions. Within a few years it was over and the Confederation was torn apart many worlds were sterilized, including Earth, Human space fell into the Dark Ages. Only a handful of the once plentiful Human worlds survive, all trying to rediscover the lost technologies of the Terran golden age. But other species are arriving in the Orion Cluster too...</blockquote><br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">348 Y.A.R. (Years after Reemergence) <br/>In Orbit above Boreas <br/>Aboard the B.S.S. Leningrad DDE-Destroyer Escort </span><br/><br/>Captain Johannes Muller sat in his chair aboard the bridge, looking out at his home-world several hundred miles below for the first time since the reemergence from the Dark Ages on Boreas ships would be sent out to search for other possible human worlds and attempt to establish contact with them. For so long the Council had held onto their isolationist tendencies, thinking that the outside world would be immediately hostile to a small Human world. Examining his world with a close eye he spotted several major cities looking like small grey dots upon oceans of green vegetation.<br/><br/>He looked at his watch, a relic of human times past and seeing it was nearly time to start the burn that would take them out of orbit and into deep space started ordering men and women around. A few minutes later it was announced over the intercom that any loose items must be stowed or tied and crew members must get into their position. Then the Fusion Engines lit up and the ship started to accelerate towards deep space. God knows whats out there now,<span style=""font-style: italic""> Captain Muller</span>thought."
7025,"After the Fall (Sci-fi, IC Thread)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321894,2014-11-29T13:28:00,Chedastan,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">438 GF (Year of Great Father)<br/>Deiyo, Victory Square</span><br/><br/>A huge, imposing statue stood in the middle of big open square. The statue was of a man, his face was expressionless, but his eyes were wide opened, and it seems his eyes tended to look down at all those in front of him and to his sides, but always catching a look at everyone. The statue stood on a pedestal, with big words engraved on it. It read in Enyish. ""GREAT FATHER, FOREVER!"" There were thousands of people kneeing before the statue, they were of course followers of the personality and death worship cult, and were all chanting in unison in their bastardized tongue. ""G...G...G...G...""<br/><br/>Several Enyish soldiers then entered the middle of the Square, dragging a beaten man with a bag on his head with them, they stopped in front of the statue. The chants then began to sound increasingly louder. One of the soldiers removed the bag on the man's head, revealing a scared to death, bloodied face. That same soldier then immediately kicked the man to the ground, and began to repeatedly stomp on his face, splattering blood on the ground. After a few seconds of the violent action, the man was barely conscious. The soldier then unholstered his handgun, and shot the man in the knee, completely blowing it clean off and spraying blood and bits of bone everywhere. The man then regained some energy and jolted upright in pain, screaming, and trying to put his hands on where his knee once was. The soldier then finally put the man out of his misery, via violently shoving his handgun down his throat, and pulling the trigger several times, spraying even more blood and gore everywhere. In the end, the morbid display that was once a living human being was left to rot in a body pile somewhere. The man's only crime was simply being a mere dissenter.<br/><br/>Adjacent to Victory Square, was a large monolithic-like building, that is like a big block. This was one of the State's buildings, there are many like this one across Enyo. Hades looked out the window to see service workers dispose the body from the last public execution. He didn't think much of it though, as it was a hourly occurrence, and wasn't anything out of the ordinary. He then returned his focus back to Lucius, who was still briefing them on the task they're about to commit soon. The task he was briefing them on though was a rather trivial one, simply put, it's to shell an asteroid full of insurgents and rouge miners and their families, to the point of complete annihilation. Anything that is to deal with those that aren't loyal to Great Father and the Party were always trivial ones. As they are always hilariously under powered to them. And to an outsider, it would seem that the traitors were born on the wrong planet to thinking the way they do, to the point of insanity. And another reason why they haven't been destroyed entirely long ago, is because they tend to like to use traitors as target practice, but also to lure out any other dissenters.<br/><br/>""Alright, so the ESC<span style=""font-style: italic"">Cerberus</span>will fire at A-224 with FEG shells first, forcing the fuckers to head deep into the asteroid, and then<span style=""font-style: italic"">Cerberus</span>will fire the new prototype Asteroid Cracker shells. Okay, that should be simple enough for you all, dismiss!"" Lucius went over to them again, clearly a bit tired. They headed out of the room, then out of the building, then into an armored transport. They were heading to the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Cerberus</span>to board it."
7026,"After the Fall (Sci-fi, IC Thread)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321894,2014-11-29T14:01:00,Northern Arcadian Empire,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">3021 AD</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Arcadia City, Arcadia, Procyon System</span><br/><br/>Arcadia City, the great Captial and metropolis of the Northern Arcadian Empire holding about 10 million people, it's modern skyscrapers poked through the great puffy clouds that loomed above the city. People could be seen walking all over form work, to the nearest coffee shop, the locks market, etc. as being the largest city in the Empire it was also the most defended, the local police, MPD or Militarized Police Divison patrolled the streets an the alley ways deterring crime and protecting the civilians<br/><br/>About 4 miles away form the Center, stood a grand Palace, this was the Imperial Palace the Emperor's house and the nearest Military base to Arcadia City. Troopers patrolled the outer walls and the castle itself. Emperor Frederick sat at his throne and wondered if any if the other colonies had survived the Dark Age, the horrid destruction of Earth and many if the larger Colonies, he sighed Trillions people had die and for what? Nothing, they died for nothing. He stood up and walked to the window and looked out it, the city was bustling of life and people where happy, however many knew that this happiness was nothing compared to the loss of the Terran Confederacy, but still he wondered was there anyone else that survived?"
7027,"After the Fall (Sci-fi, IC Thread)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321894,2014-11-29T17:55:00,Soviet Chernarus,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Infested Human Colony</span><br/><br/>Drones scurried back and forth in the hive cluster as they sprayed a thick, purple-grayish fluid on the walls and floors of the buildings. Human resistance had been crushed, and their dead bodies would serve as food for the hungry Condera. The cluster had just been formed and in the center of these buildings there was a large dome-shaped Conderan hatchery, which produced larvae. Tall green pods surrounded the dome, and the cluster was bustling with activity.<br/><br/>The unfortunate humans that had been caught by the Infestors were now standing guard, helping to protect the Hive. The Condera regarded them as still inferior and a flawed species, but nonetheless intelligent and useful. It would keep producing soldiers to serve the Queen's cause. A Hive mother watched warily as her children worked; those who slacked off and were lazy would be eaten. Those who had been injured or wounded by the humans would also be killed, in due time, as they were no longer deemed useful."
7028,"After the Fall (Sci-fi, IC Thread)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321894,2014-11-30T12:47:00,Arvenia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Gregorian Calendar: 3021 AD<br/>Avalonian Calendar: 821 AAI (After Avalonian Independence)<br/>Gallon, Western Avalonian Federation Sphere</span><br/>Avalonian military patrols and exercises around the celestial body of Gallon in the western part of the Avalonian Sphere of Influence."
7029,"After the Fall (Sci-fi, IC Thread)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321894,2014-12-01T06:28:00,Pac Kindom,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">3021 AD</span><br/>Bython City, Gaia</span><br/><br/>An old lady stared out the window on the tenth floor of the Capital building. She was amazed that the building was complete grown from coral and she swore when she touched the walls the building felt a live. Seconds later she shook her head and force self to think how can building be live.<br/><br/>Off in the distance she saw the wreckers destroying the last steel and concrete building on the planet, As she return to her desk she mutters “more than a billion people living in tree/coral houses”. As the Great Mother sat behind her desk and wondered if any if the other colonies had survived the fall Terran Confederacy more than 400 years ago. She stroked the device on her desk and spoke “it’s time you have a go” a voice spoke back “yes, we believe so too”."
7030,"After the Fall (Sci-fi, IC Thread)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321894,2014-12-02T05:22:00,Northern Arcadian Empire,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">2031</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Arcadia Deep Space Array, Arcadia, Procyon System</span><br/><br/>Johnson looked at the radar and lifted eyebrow, there was a object out there that was larger and heavier then a normal Imperial Cruiser. He was quite puzzled about the object and called over his commander<br/><br/>""Sir, the radar is showing this large object in our territory""<br/>""So? What's wrong with it?""<br/>""Well it doesn't match any known ships or asteroids with in our system, I fear it's a alien ship sir""<br/><br/>The commander looked at Johnson and shook his head ""Johnson, your off your rocker there is nothing...."" Then the radar started to beeping, Johnson turned around and looked at it<br/><br/>""Sir! We go signals of life forms on board the object! Orders?""<br/>""Get the 3rd patrol squadron out there!"" Yelled the commander<br/>""Yes sir!"" Said Johnson relaying the reports to the Commander of the 3rd fleet<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Arcadia Military Spaceport</span><br/><br/>Three Cruisers pulled out of the spaceport and headed toward the large object, there orders where to identify it and find out what it's purpose was here<br/><br/>OOC: there you go Kratau"
7031,"After the Fall (Sci-fi, IC Thread)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321894,2014-12-03T16:15:00,Kratu,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">348 Y.A.R. (Years after Reemergence) <br/>At the edge of an Unexplored System<br/>Aboard the B.S.S. Leningrad DDE-Destroyer Escort </span><br/><br/>Captain Johannes Muller opened the door onto the Bridge and walked in after walking from his Quarters following the arrival at the target destination. The Warp Drive had shut down 20 minutes ago and the Leningrad was now heading inwards towards the Star that the planets in the system orbited. Suddenly the Communications Officer's jaw dropped for hundreds of messages were originated from the inner system using human communication systems. She spluttered, ""Sir, there appears to be communications coming in from the inner part of the system.""<br/><br/>Captain Muller turned towards her, ""Then we shall set course for the inner system and send a greetings message in all known languages."" Minutes later a message was broadcast towards the inner part of the star system.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">We are a ship of a surviving World of the Terran Confederacy. We have peaceful intents and do not intend harm.</blockquote>"
7032,"After the Fall (Sci-fi, IC Thread)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321894,2014-12-03T16:20:00,Northern Arcadian Empire,"Procyon system-<br/>Captain Jama looked at the message and said ""Harris, send our encounter message toward the incoming ship!""<br/><br/>""Aye Aye!"" Yelled the Comms officer<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Attention ship! You have entered Northern Arcadian Space, a surviving world if the Terran Confederacy, head to our patrol fleet for escort to our main planet Arcadia, coordinates have been embedded in this message</blockquote><br/><br/>The Patrol Fleet headed toward the incoming ship in a delta formation"
7033,"After the Fall (Sci-fi, IC Thread)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321894,2014-12-04T07:44:00,Pac Kindom,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">3021 AD<br/>Eagle Eye Grow Field, Gaia</span><br/>Owen Voiles sat on is Machair, which he had been confined to since the loss of his legs 10 years earlier while training to join the warrior cast. Realizing he was only destined for a life civil service, he volunteered to join the secrete “Joiner Program“and after two years of tests and training. The time had arrived for him and his collages to chose there ships.<br/><br/>A loud speaker boomed you have a go, as the other jostle each others to get to largest and the most powerful looking ships. Owen felt drawn to what only could be described as the runt of the litter. As he rode is Machair closer to the ship he shore he felt waves of delight spread thro his mind. As he approached the entry port it sprung open to reveal a single passage way whiched led to the brigde.<br/>Once he leaved him self on to the command chair, his Machair lay down and went to sleep. As the ship sensed him in the chair, it lowered the controller hood.<br/><br/><br/>Owen realise he could not only see inside the ship but thing outside as well. He spoke “Qwen” Stopped “ TSS Scott to flight Control permission to launched“ after get the green light the ship launched it self in to outer space."
7034,"After the Fall (Sci-fi, IC Thread)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321894,2014-12-04T07:55:00,Arvenia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">3021 AD (821 AAI)<br/>Avalon City, Avalonia</span><br/>The parliament of Avalonia is soon holding a new meeting. It will involve the first time Avalonia meets other factions in space to stop it's isolation and increase Avalonia's reputation."
7035,A War of Worlds [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321979,2014-11-30T03:18:00,Glovania,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""color: #000080"">A War of Worlds</span></span></span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">A Sci-Fi Galactic War RP</span></span><br/><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://media-cache-ec0.pinimg.com/originals/cc/d7/65/ccd76590c1d7bc1856cc0f855de8696b.jpg""/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=320341&amp;p=22459061#p22459061"" rel=""nofollow"">OOC Thread</a></span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Welcome, weary P2TM traveller!</span></span></div><br/>If you thought this would be a spin or re-enactment of the classic book by H.G. Wells, I am sorry to disappoint. It is in fact, as the subtitle and picture suggest, an intergalactic war RP. In it you will be taking on the role of the captain of a ship in this era, and you will undertake an all manner of missions, from large, Star Wars-esque space battles to small skirmishes and escort missions. Enough with the talk - lets go back to where it all began.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Galactic History</span></div></span><br/>Back in the 21st Century, the Unified EArth Space Command was formed when the Mars One mission reached it's official success mark - 12 months with no major incidents or signs of coming failure. The UESC was formed as sort of the UN's version of NASA. It was a combination of the resources of NASA, ESA, Roscosmos, JAXA, CSA, and other space agencies from countries such as China and Australia. The partaking agencies were all absorbed into this international space agency, and they made some truly admirable achievements. A space elevator was built, connecting the International Space Station with a platform on the ground in 2027, and the ISS was upgraded to be a launch platform for ships going to and from Mars. This was incredibly advantageous, as it meant the massive weight and size that space ships took up on Earth were now not a problem, and all the fuel and power needed to escape Earth's gravity was no longer needed, as the ship was already outside of the main pull of gravity. This meant that Mars Mission could be resupplied, as well as new people and materials be transported to the planet. A Space Elevator was constructed between the settlement and a docking station in 2043, along which materials and manpower could be supplied. A large dome was constructed over the settlement in , not unlike the Eden Project, as it was less costly in materials than constructing individual pods on the surface of the planet. This dome meant that those living in the colony could walk outside their pods without breathing or protective equipment.<br/><br/>As more and more domes popped up on the surface of the planet, more and more people became attracted to the idea of humanity as a space-faring race. The UESC received large amounts of funding and support from mega corporations, which boosted its ability to develop technology and the Mars colony by a large amount. For the rest of the century, progress on Mars continued steadily, with the first baby born on Mars occurring in 2056. The colony continued to grow, and the population reached 10,000 in 2066. Mining operations were set up on the Moon and Mars, and these were used to supply industry on Earth and expansion on Mars. However at the turn of the century, the Warp Drive was finally developed in 2100, and although the first test shut down all the power in the area surrounding the test lab, it was still a massive leap forward for the project. By the end of the decade, a new, much more reliable drive had been developed, and it could be fitted onto many different sizes of ship, as long as they had an adequate power supply. This development meant that humanity could expand across the stars, reaching the other side of the<span style=""font-style: italic"">galaxy</span>in merely a few hours. And they did - humanity's reach was now seemingly limitless - if there was a planet, there was someone ready to claim it in the name of humanity.<br/><br/>In 2187, first contact was made. The Byormi were met, and they befriended the human race. Then came the Wokyo, the Dathians and numerous other races. An era of peace and prosperity blossomed - a veritable Golden Age for the galaxy, with Helium3 becoming a very commonly used fuel amongst civilian ships. Eventually, Earth became a eco-friendly metropolis planet, with large gardens surrounded by huge glass towers. As humanity expanded, countries and nations became a thing of the past, and all of humanity was united under the Union of Earth. However, all things have their allotted time in this universe, and this co-operation and prosperity was one of them. Slowly, resentment built up amongst the citizens of the 'Fringe Worlds', who became jealous of the massive wealth of Earth and the other Core Worlds. Eventually, jealousy grew into hatred, and hatred became outright hostility, with riots and protests becoming common.<br/><br/>In 2204, a whole star system broke away, but the UE had almost no military ships capable of putting the rebellion down. Quickly, a battle fleet was commissioned, and the massive star docks above Mars moved into overdrive as ship after ship was pumped out of the facility. However, inspired by the break-away of one system, 7 other systems declared independence from the UE. Rebellion spread like wildfire across the Fringe Worlds, and even managed to work it's way into the Northern Colonies and Eastern Colonies. All these now-independent systems quickly organised under several separate governments, fracturing the human race in four distinct factions. In the north, the Federation of Colonial Worlds (FCW) was formed; the north east saw the Free Silverhold Republic (FSR) established; and in the east emerged the Confederation of Osirisian Worlds (COW). The western portion of the galaxy was lost to raiders and independent planets, but the UE still maintained control over the Core Worlds, the Southern Colonies and the galactic center.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Rules</span></span></div><br/><br/>These are the<del>ten</del>seven commandments of this thread - break them at your own peril:<br/><br/><ul><li>I am OP - my word is law.</li><li>I shall operate a three-strike system - three strikes and you're out of the RP. </li><li>I shall try to listen you guys, if you have any suggestions or anything like that, but ultimately I get the final say.</li><li>You shall respect any and all Co-OPs I appoint as if they were myself.</li><li>My appointed Co-OPs can accept or deny apps based on their own judgement.</li><li>I am the only one who can overrule any decision made by my Co-OPs. </li><li>Standard NS rules - No flaming, trolling, spamming or anything stupid like that.</li></ul><br/>Sorry about that, rules are a necessary evil. Anyway, on with the RP!"
7036,A War of Worlds [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321979,2014-11-30T04:19:00,Ancient Humans,"While in the Depths of Independent Space, Kyoki and his Crew Roamed the Independent Planets and taking what ever wealth they could.<br/><br/>The Phantasms Dark Monster-like Hull could be seen against the Surface of the Independent Planet called ""Omega-6"" Firing Red Beams of Inferred Energy Down to the Surface and Threatening the Population until they met His Demands.<br/><br/>""This Is your Last Chance."" He said over Communications. ""Give me 5,000,000 Credits and I will leave you in peace.""<br/><br/>""FINE! Take the Money, Just leave us alone."" Cried the Planets Leader.<br/><br/>With a Smile on His Face He waited for the Credit Transfer and then heard his comm Officer give a woop of delight. ""We've got the Credits, Sir.""<br/><br/>""Good, Lets see if we can find another Soul we could Steal from."" He said With a Sadistic Smile.<br/><br/>As the Words Left his mouth the Ship was already turning around to Leave Orbit and had Used its FTL Drive to Jump to Another Isolated Planet."
7037,A War of Worlds [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321979,2014-11-30T10:40:00,Krugmar,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Conrad Becker<br/>The Typhon<br/>Orjovan Space Station</span><br/><br/>Conrad stood in the bridge of his newly finished ship,<span style=""font-style: italic"">The Typhon</span>, looking at the space station that they were docked at. It was a truly great feat of construction, able to hold a large amount of ships though most of them were construction, trade and production ships.<span style=""font-style: italic"">The Typhon </span>was the first of its kind for the Orjovans, a ship built for war. They had ships outfitted for defence of course, but none that had been specially designed and built for it. The planet Orjova below was essentially a ecumenopolis, a city-planet, with the only breaks in the mega-city being the toxic zones and the few seas that dotted the planet. It was one of the largest production centres for the FCW and was an important planet, though it wasn't the capital of the Federation.<br/><br/>""Commander Becker, systems are online and functional"" said one of the<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://fc06.deviantart.net/fs70/f/2013/098/0/9/spec_ops_pilot_1_by_meganerid-d60x35h.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">pilots, his features hidden beneath his Orjovan Pilot mask</a>.<br/><br/>""Excellent, run a full scan and make sure there are no bugs"" replied Becker. He did not want the launch to go wrong, everything had to be perfect to convince the Orjovan council to put more money into its military.<br/><br/>""Commander, I'm picking up a minor alert from engineering, it seems one of the fuel reactors is offline"" said another Pilot.<br/><br/>""Alright, get me Chief Engineer Thompson on the line"" replied Becker. A moment later he could hear the noise that told him he had been patched through and said ""Engineer Thompson, it seems a fuel reactor on level D-5 is offline and may impede our progress, I need it fixed"".<br/><br/>""I'll get straight to it Commander"" said Thompson. Becker inspected the bridge, he was standing on an elevated portion with his seat situated behind him. In front of him was a panel, slightly lowered with five of the pilots attending it. To his right and left were lowered portions where his five other pilots and fifteen assistant pilots worked and helped organise the ship. The five pilots at the front were the ones in charge of flying it, they distributed power and engines between them and it was important that they worked together.<br/><br/>""Commander, the fuel reactor on level D-5 is operation. Scans report nothing abnormal, everything is good to go"" said one of his pilots.<br/><br/>""Excellent, begin unlocking from the dock. Make sure it is smooth, use all thrusters at half power and take it slow"" replied Becker.<br/><br/>""Unlocking now Commander"" said one of the pilots.<br/><br/>""Thrusters at fifty-percent power"" said another pilot.<br/><br/>""We are launching now Commander"" said the pilot directly ahead of Becker. This pilot was the First pilot, in charge of all the other pilots in the event that Becker was not on the bridge or incapacitated in some other way.<br/><br/>""Excellent"" replied Becker, taking a seat and watching as the dock slowly drifted away as they pushed<span style=""font-style: italic"">The Typhon</span>backwards. The ship was steady and holding, Becker clicked a button on his chair to bring up his holographic records. He could see that all systems were fine, the ship was working well. ""Bring us around, set thrusters to full power and prepare to jump to the Federation capital"" he said with a hint of pride, the Orjovans would finally commit something to the growing war effort."
7038,A War of Worlds [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321979,2014-11-30T11:25:00,Ancient Humans,"While In Transit between Independent Systems, Kyoki Recieved a Message from the FCW.<br/><br/>-Message for Captains Eyes Only-<br/>Reports of a New Vessel Being Constructed at the Planet Of Orjova, We Would Request that you Escort or Shadow Tail the Vessel, you will be payed the Usual Amount in Return, Do not Engage in combat for any reason.<br/>-Message End, Terminate Message File-<br/><br/>As Kyoki Finished reading the message he let out a sigh. ""Must be a real special ship then...Jack, Set Course for Orjova, We've got an Oddjob from the Federation."" he says to his Helmsman.<br/><br/>""Aye Sir."" He Replies.<br/><br/>""One-Eye, Arm the Inferred Turrets to Full Spectral Output incase we get into a scrap."" He ordered the Weapons Officer.<br/><br/>""Now...To Escort this ship to New Earth.""<br/><br/>As the Ship Exited it's Warp to Realign to Orjova, Kyoki had a Final thought ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">This ship better be worth the Escort...</span>"""
7039,A War of Worlds [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321979,2014-11-30T13:50:00,The Flame Dawn,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">On Board The Ketunhäntä</span><br/><br/>Ryder is making minor adjustments to the Space Combat Drones. When a fellow crew member enters the drone bay.<br/><br/>""Hey Ryder,"" Shuts Sonya, the crew member who entered the Drone Bay, ""what are you doing to the drones this time.""<br/><br/>""Well I was reading up on how drones are taken out."" says Ryder as he turns off the machine assisting him with the modifications. ""Did you know that its possible for a laser point defense system to damage a UE drone's tracking ability. It turns out that in UE drones the area where the tracker chip, or in some cases the command module, is under a thinner layer of armor than the rest of it. I cannot believe that-""<br/><br/>""I Don't Care!"" Yells Sonya as she begins to become annoyed. ""I came down here to tell you that a pirate vessel is demanding us to hand over our cargo or be destroyed. I don't understand why Pirates even bother attacking a military vessel such as-""<br/><br/>Before Sonya could finish her sentence Ryder had gotten up and prepared to send the attack plan over the Ship's Intercom.<br/><br/>""Alright folks, we got a pirate using a Corvette-Class battleship trying to rob us."" said Ryder calmly, and somewhat sarcastically, into the microphone. ""This ship can outgun us as long as our drones aren't in space, but as you should know Corvette-Class battleships are designed for long-range support. But this specific model is also outfitted for anti-fighter combat. We will have to force it to distance itself from out ship and then use our drones to distract the crew while we prep the Heavy and Light Ion Cannons for battle. To force this ship to back off we need to use the AA guns, while not a good choice its all we have at the ready. You guys know the plan, Battle Stations!""<br/><br/>And with that another day for the crew of the Ketunhäntä begins.<br/><br/>OOC: Sorry for the odd ending, and for my disappearance in the RP. I was off skiing<span style=""font-weight: bold"">without internet access</span>and got caught up with the drone modifications when I got back."
7040,A War of Worlds [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321979,2014-11-30T21:00:00,Chrome Legion,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Catherine Scott, FSRS Eos, in close orbit of Neutron Star CS-183Y</span></span><br/><br/>They had been sitting a thousand kilometers from a neutron star for 2 days now, waiting for some one to take the bait. It was almost a year in the making, this little trap of Catherine's. So much work had been done, making sure the right people thought that the freighter parked another 100 million kilometers from them was laden with a few tonnes of Ionium-354 degenerate matter. A very rare and expensive weapon component. Of course there actually was some Ionium-354 on the ship, but only a few kilograms on the flash torpedoes designed to blind the sensors on any would be pirates. Sitting this close to the dead star the Eos, even with it's massive bulk, would only be visible from with in 2 million kilometers. They were burning a lot of fuel to sit this close, and would have to leave if no one took the bait in the next 2 days.<br/>""Captain to the bridge, alert status yellow.""<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">It's about time.</span>Catherine thought as she stood up from her ready room's desk.<br/>""Report?""<br/>Her XO, commander Rittz spoke up.<br/>""Probes have 3 warp signatures incoming, they match the pirates that attacked Hera outpost 10 days ago, one battleship with 2 frigates for escort, old earth ships. At least 30 years out of date even with pirate jury rigging voodoo.""<br/>""Well then, looks like the mouse has coming looking for it's cheese. Spin up the warp drives, I want us on top on them the second the flash torps detonate, well, the second after.""<br/>Just seconds later the Eos lurched in to a brief warp, landing with in 2,000 klicks of the pirate attack group. With their sensors blinded the first frigate was already breaking up before the remaining ships could target the super carrier.<br/>""Rails and lasers, stay on the other frigate, torpedoes target the battleship, 10 kt yield degenerate 5 shots, fire when locked.""<br/>Just as the second frigate's reactor detonated the torpedoes struck the battleship ripping it's engineering section clean off. Even so, with just back up reactors to power them it's obsolete railguns continued to pelt the Eos' shields, uselessly.<br/>""Rails, target their reactors, and do try to leave something for the courts earn their pay.""<br/>With only one emergency reactor left, the pirate ship detonated all of it's remaining torpedoes, choosing to die in fire instead of face the courts of the FSR.<br/>""Why did they do that?"" One of the flight control officers piped up from his station. ""They know we're FSR, we wouldn't have executed them.""<br/>""Probably some twisted sence of thieves honor, or their captain just couldn't handle living with that loss."" Cpt. Scott replied. ""Good work everyone, set course back the the capital, now we have some boring diplomatic thing to attend.""<br/>Once back in her quarters she took a long bath, she had a lot to think about, with talks of alliances with the other rebelling earth colonies. The FSR still hoped for a peaceful resolution, but she had lived on a border world, she knew there would be no peace, at least with out fight to earn it. She had goosebumps on her pale skin as she left the bath, Hyperion was a cold planet, and to her most of the ship was unbearably hot. The captains quarters were kept at a comfortable, for her 16 c. After her act of patricide what of her fathers assets could not be returned, she had inherited. It was not a small sum, and her quarters showed it. No were near as opulent as her fathers compound, it still made some some of the other officers uncomfortable, as she had spent about 12 years worth of their pay to bring it up to her standards. Scott didn't mind making them uncomfortable, she knew what she liked, and had the resources to get it. So she did."
7041,A War of Worlds [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321979,2014-12-01T04:15:00,Conwy-Shire,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Marcus Verus<br/>The <span style=""font-style: italic"">Ironside</span><br/>Orbiting Aurelius IX</span><br/><hr/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Commander? Marcus? Sir? Where is the idiot?</span>"" Staff-officer Reginald shouted out across the almost empty expanse of the Bridge.<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">He's already waiting for you in bay <span style=""font-weight: bold"">5D</span></span>"" a nearby navigator replied ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">In fact, he patched into the Bridge comms. a few minutes ago and told us that if you weren't down there...</span>"" he checked his watch ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">three minutes ago he said he'd ram you down an ion canon and fire your still cooking body at the insurrectionists below.</span>""<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Wait, what's happening below?</span>"" Reginald asked, looking quizzically at the Navigator<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">You really don't know? boy the Commander really <span style=""font-weight: bold"">IS</span> gonna cook your arse. Pro-UE activists started rioting about 5 hours ago, since then they've managed to break into the Colonial parliament, several major Police arsenals; god, they even managed to seize a communications tower and almost relayed a short message to old earth but <span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ironside</span> managed to intercept it.</span><br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">godammit, I've got to get to the Commander</span>!"" Reginald replied, already racing through the blast doors of the Bridge.<br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Commander's Log<br/>Marcus Verus<br/>Log No. 472</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">*Start of Log*</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">5:25 Aurelian Orbital Time (AOT)</span><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Initial reports of aggressive riots in Aurus, the Capital of Aurelius IX, have reached the <span style=""font-style: italic"">Ironside</span>. Skeleton crew of the <span style=""font-style: italic"">Ironside</span> has been doubled and Battle-units are being primed as this entry is being logged. Police forces should be able to contain the riots; weak level alert.</blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">5:57 AOT</span><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Earlier reports have been updated by Intelligence on the ground, radio activity on the Police frequencies have gone ominously quiet where the initial police cordon was positioned, and the <span style=""font-style: italic"">Ironside</span> is on the wrong side of the planet to tap into the remaining Police frequencies (reminder to make life painful for the Navigator on-duty for positioning <span style=""font-style: italic"">Ironside</span> on the wrong side of the planet); medium alert level and suspicion of successful insurrection</blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">8:41 AOT</span><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">The <span style=""font-style: italic"">Ironside</span> is now positioned near Aurus and Police radio channels have been tapped. radio activity is frantic and the police force is hard pressed, with many police depots and bases under siege. numerous depots have been looted and the insurrectionists now have small arms, military grade weapons and air-capability; the <span style=""font-style: italic"">Ironside</span> has switched on it's cloaking nodes in case of surface-to-space targeting; the <span style=""font-style: italic"">Ironside</span> is trying to secure a discreet link with an emergency council of the C.O.W and the process is ongoing. Insurrection is now considered a High alert threat and all crew members have been roused.</blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">9:30 AOT</span><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">The crew of the <span style=""font-style: italic"">Ironside</span> has been briefed on the situation and all battle-stations are manned. Brief meeting with officers in the Bridge informed me of the possibility of Orbital bombardment if the insurrection gets out of hand, but I dismissed it immediately, Aurelius IX is my new home and nothing will make me forsake it. On the ground the Colonial Parliament is under siege which in turn has created a stalemate between the Insurrectionists and government forces. Permission to engage has not been formally granted by the C.O.W. but dropships are being fueled and outfitted for a combat drop. Still a High alert level.</blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">10:30 AOT</span><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Permission to engage has been granted by the emergency council of the C.O.W. and dropships are being loaded with final armaments. I have personally requested that Staff-officer Reginald join me in the initial wave of drop-ships however he has failed to appear. On the ground the Colonial parliament has fallen and the police have officially surrendered (cowards). The <span style=""font-style: italic"">Ironside</span> is now the only thing capable of derailing the insurrection and luckily the rebels have no idea we're here. Extreme alert level has been issued and a backup fleet is being scrambled on the Byormi homeworld; however the <span style=""font-style: italic"">Ironside</span> will attempt to gain a foothold before they arrive... as soon as Staff-officer Reginald manages to show up...</blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">10:35 AOT</span><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Staff-Officer Reginald has failed to arrive in launch bay <span style=""font-weight: bold"">5D</span> for approx. 20 minutes now and I've left a lovely surprise for him at the bridge. On the ground a communications transmitter has been seized by rebels and the <span style=""font-style: italic"">Ironside</span> managed to intercept a short message to old earth before we jammed all communications from the planet. Small chance that the rebels know we're right above them but no signs of surface-to-space targeting. Extreme alert level is being maintained and Staff-officer Reginald is still absent...</blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">10:38 AOT</span><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Radio activity on rebel frequencies have quieted down and it appears that there is minimal resistance on the ground. Good news from the bridge: it seems Staff-officer Reginald has materialized and the Navigator-on-duty has informed me the the Staff-officer is en route to the launch bay. Ion canon is primed and awaiting the Staff-Officer's arrival to make good on my promise. Extreme alert level maintained</blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">10:39 AOT</span><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Technicians on the bridge have managed to make contact with a small pocket of resistance on the ground and are patching me through to them right now. The Byormi fleet has been scrambled but has not been launched yet due to extreme hazard (ie. dangerous weather on the ground) and of course the Byormi don't have space-stations which can launch ships. It looks like the <span style=""font-style: italic"">Ironside</span> will have to... ah, the Staff-officer has finally arrived...</blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">*End of Log*</span>"
7042,A War of Worlds [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321979,2014-12-01T15:32:00,Greater Franco-Iberia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""> Independent Space, Northern Section <br/>A Large Pirate Fleet<br/>The <span style=""font-style: italic"">Aggression</span></span></span><br/><br/>Decrayrus lay slumped in his shiny new throne, looking at the Great Hall with eyes blurred from ale. The massive Hall was buzzing with activity as the crew feasted, fought and drank whilst various pieces of food and teeth soared across the long table placed in the middle. Many people may find it odd that a warship was equipped with a Great Hall, or that anything in this day and age was equipped with a Great Hall, but Decrayrus had odd tastes, including shoehorning Great Halls into everything he owned. The steps leading up to Decrayrus's magnificent metal throne, forged from the armor and armaments of fallen enemies, were littered with unconscious officers and loot, including one of the smaller turrets stolen from a C.O.W battleship. This was how Decrayrus liked it, a happy buzz in the air, his loot strewn across his feet, the heads of his choicest kills mounted by the front door, and the fact that whenever he stared directly at any of his crew the flinched and whimpered a little. Everyone was scared of Decrayrus, and for good reason, he was an intelligent, merciless psychopath who occasionally sacrificed his own crew mates. Even so, the pirates in his crew adored him. He had brought them riches beyond their wildest imaginations, he had no issue with splitting the loot among his crew, and his odd and sometimes dangerous personality eventually grew on you. Suddenly Decrayrus shot up from his seat, and the Great Hall fell silent. His eyes scanned over the room, and he started to speak in the rasping tone that sent chills down most peoples spines.<br/><br/>""Fellow murderers, thieves, scallywags and generally bad people, over the last few months, you all have killed and stolen your way to more money than any of us could have even imagined last year."" That was a lie, Decrayrus's Cartel had earned him a massive fortune, much more than what the fleet could ever acquire by itself. "" But, it is not enough. There is no such thing as enough loot or murder, so, I have decided we have MUCH bigger targets to slaughter than the few measly battleships and cargo craft. We have a new target men, "" A large hologram appeared in the center of the Great Hall, taking all of the crews attention. It was a planet, all blue and green with sprawling farms and a tiny orbital station. ""It's called Ubertas, and she is truly a jewel of a planet."" Decrayrus pointed to the hologram. ""A lightly held jewel, with few people and few defenses. It's EU, and they already have enough rebellions to deal with, they won't mind another. We have enough men and firepower in this fleet to take the planet, and then we are set for life."" Decrayrus flicked his wrist and the hologram disappeared whilst the crew turned towards him. Decrayrus shouted this time ""SO ARE YOU READY TO TAKE IT?"" The crew shouted back in agreement. Decrayrus smiled, slowly sitting back down into the throne. He lightly pushed a small button on the side of his helmet, and began talking quietly, ""Inform the command deck to spread the word that we are setting course for Ubertas and accelerate to Warpspeed.""<br/><br/>55 small and medium sized battleships and frigates turned with great agility in the same direction, and the massive engines on the backs of the ships began to glow a deep, deep blue. Then, with an abrupt burst of highly concentrated radiation, they were no longer there. They were shooting through space at incredible speeds, on their way to begin a spree of violence and conquest."
7043,A War of Worlds [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321979,2014-12-02T09:45:00,Northern Arcadian Empire,"Chris looked out the window of his cruiser, the darkness of space was a dangerous place in little slip and and you where dead. But it was also beautiful as the darkness brought forth several hundred worlds, all of different colors and sizes. However this beauty was corrupting he seen it with in the UESC structure, people killing others just for one world and one system.<br/><br/>He sigh and got up out of his chair and walked to the helmsman ""Where are we Jefferson?""<br/><br/>The helmsman looked at Chris and said ""Near the edge of the our territory sir""<br/><br/>""Good"" said Chris walking way"
7044,A War of Worlds [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321979,2014-12-02T17:52:00,The GAmeTopians,"""Zzzz... Zzzz..."" Commander Maximilian Nam slept in his private cabin, oblivious to the chaos outside. His pager buzzed awake next to him.<br/>""Zz- What!?"" He jumped out of bed and grabbed his pager, still in his slacks.<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Sir, message incoming from the <span style=""font-style: italic"">Ironside</span>, there has been resistance on Aurelius IX. Your presence is requested on the bridge<br/>-LT</blockquote><br/>Max threw on his uniform and threw open the door to his cabin. It overlooked the entirety of Level Two of The Auxor, his pride and joy. He zipped down the brand-spanking new elevator he had had installed, and ran over to the bridge. Officers sat at stations organized in a circle around the pilot station, and a man walked up to Max.<br/>""Sir!"" The man snapped to attention.<br/>""Lieutenant, how many times do I have to tell you, come wake me up, don't page me! Anyway, set course for Aurelius IX. Establish Live Comms with Ironside as soon as we are within range.""<br/>""Yes sir!"" The Lieutenant walked up the steps to the pilot station, and relayed the orders to the stations below. The ship itself made an arc, and with the command<br/>""Accelerate to warpspeed!"" The Auxor shot off towards Aurelius IX."
7045,A War of Worlds [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321979,2014-12-03T15:45:00,The Intergalactic Russian Empire,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Edge of FSR Territory, The Dragoon</span></span></span><br/>Jacob stood on the bridge of his ship, looking into the vastness of space, it truly was a sight to behold, absolutely beautiful. His ship was on a routine patrol in order to make sure nobody tries to sneak into the FSR. Something felt odd to Jacob, it was a strange feeling, like the one you get when you know something bad is about to happen, and it was unsettling."
7046,A War of Worlds [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321979,2014-12-03T16:51:00,Chrome Legion,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Catherine Scott, FSRS Eos, In FSR space.</span></span><br/>Catherine stared at her orders with indignation. Apparently there was some local unrest in a small lunar colony near the COW boarder, and the governor had asked for a show of force by the military. So now, they were supposed to do a fly over of the capital during a major celebration. A fly over. In the atmosphere. In a ship the size of the city.<br/>She looked up at her XO. ""Is this serious?""<br/>""It has the proper codes, and bares the governors seal.""<br/>""Is he a moron? Does he know this is probably more dangerous then our last 5 combat missions combined?""<br/>""I'm going to go with yes to the former, and no to the latter.""<br/>Catherine liked Rittz, he was a good officer, and understood her. Some of the older officers saw her as a spoiled brat that bought her rank, or thought that she had some how slept her way up the ranks. While the connections her father had brokered for her when he was still alive certainly helped her rise, wealth had very little to do with it. As for sleeping up the ranks, very few ranking officers in the FSR met her standards. Most of them were men. Rittz saw through the bullshit. Though he was a good ten years her senior, he didn't see her with the prejudice some others did. He saw a driven and competent commander with a sharp mind that cared for her people, even if she very much kept her distance from the rest of the crew.<br/>""I don't even know where to begin to prepare us for a dive into an atmosphere, Rittz, work with engineering and find out what needs to be done. Have them bring work details to me in the staff meeting at 0500."" Catherine could feel a massive head ache coming on. So much for a ""boring"" diplomatic event.<br/>""I'll get right on it, I should have preliminary reports for you before the meeting.""<br/><br/>She knew it would be a pain to get the ship to perform the planned maneuver, but she didn't realized just how much math would have to go into it. It had been 30 minutes and the ships computers were still crunching the numbers for the fly over. They would have to come in at the perfect angle, perfectly calibrate their engines and shields to a very fine margin. Not only that but they would have to cut shields and engines while close to the surface to avoid giving the city a very unhealthy radiation dose. That meant that they would have to glide the 1.6 billion kilogram capital ship for almost 15 seconds. If anything went wrong, it could cause a disaster that the colony couldn't recover from. As ship that size hitting a planet would do a lot of damage, even going at slowest speed it would be traveling at during the approach; a mere 500 m/s. Why the hell did the Admiralty agree to this?<br/><br/>""All crew to emergency stations, Prepare for atmospheric entry."" It sounded ridiculous even as Cpt. Scott said it. This was the dumbest idea ever.<br/>""Crew are at stations, fighters are at safe potions, atmospheric craft ready to begin, sir.""<br/>22 minutes early, with luck that would but the fly by right in the middle of the moron that ran this planet's speech.<br/>""Very good, begin approach.""<br/><br/>Just as they were breaking free of the atmosphere alarms started to blare.<br/>""Sir, inbound warp signatures. 6 ships, at last 2 ships battleships class or larger. ETA 8 minutes.""<br/>Rittz looked over at her. ""What do you think this is?""<br/>Catherine finished looking over the sensor read outs. ""I don't know, but I think it's a very good thing we were early on the fly by. Have the atmo-craft land, take the governor in the custody, pull the fighters into a defensive formation."" She activated the ships comm system. ""All crew to battle stations, we have incoming.""<br/>""Sir, we have a better fix on the incoming, looks like a strike carrier, a heavy battleship, and four light cruisers. All match know pirate vessels from the Independent systems.""<br/>""They were expecting us to be defenseless, that gives us an edge. Deploy mines on their approach routes, get into the planet's defense net. I want some surprises waiting for them.""<br/>""Mines deployed sir, enemy contact 45 seconds out."""
7047,A War of Worlds [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321979,2014-12-03T19:25:00,The Intergalactic Russian Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Chrome Legion <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321979&amp;p=22665862#p22665862"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Catherine Scott, FSRS Eos, In FSR space.</span></span><br/>Catherine stared at her orders with indignation. Apparently there was some local unrest in a small lunar colony near the COW boarder, and the governor had asked for a show of force by the military. So now, they were supposed to do a fly over of the capital during a major celebration. A fly over. In the atmosphere. In a ship the size of the city.<br/>She looked up at her XO. ""Is this serious?""<br/>""It has the proper codes, and bares the governors seal.""<br/>""Is he a moron? Does he know this is probably more dangerous then our last 5 combat missions combined?""<br/>""I'm going to go with yes to the former, and no to the latter.""<br/>Catherine liked Rittz, he was a good officer, and understood her. Some of the older officers saw her as a spoiled brat that bought her rank, or thought that she had some how slept her way up the ranks. While the connections her father had brokered for her when he was still alive certainly helped her rise, wealth had very little to do with it. As for sleeping up the ranks, very few ranking officers in the FSR met her standards. Most of them were men. Rittz saw through the bullshit. Though he was a good ten years her senior, he didn't see her with the prejudice some others did. He saw a driven and competent commander with a sharp mind that cared for her people, even if she very much kept her distance from the rest of the crew. <br/>""I don't even know where to begin to prepare us for a dive into an atmosphere, Rittz, work with engineering and find out what needs to be done. Have them bring work details to me in the staff meeting at 0500."" Catherine could feel a massive head ache coming on. So much for a ""boring"" diplomatic event.<br/>""I'll get right on it, I should have preliminary reports for you before the meeting.""<br/><br/>She knew it would be a pain to get the ship to perform the planned maneuver, but she didn't realized just how much math would have to go into it. It had been 30 minutes and the ships computers were still crunching the numbers for the fly over. They would have to come in at the perfect angle, perfectly calibrate their engines and shields to a very fine margin. Not only that but they would have to cut shields and engines while close to the surface to avoid giving the city a very unhealthy radiation dose. That meant that they would have to glide the 1.6 billion kilogram capital ship for almost 15 seconds. If anything went wrong, it could cause a disaster that the colony couldn't recover from. As ship that size hitting a planet would do a lot of damage, even going at slowest speed it would be traveling at during the approach; a mere 500 m/s. Why the hell did the Admiralty agree to this?<br/><br/>""All crew to emergency stations, Prepare for atmospheric entry."" It sounded ridiculous even as Cpt. Scott said it. This was the dumbest idea ever.<br/>""Crew are at stations, fighters are at safe potions, atmospheric craft ready to begin, sir.""<br/>22 minutes early, with luck that would but the fly by right in the middle of the moron that ran this planet's speech.<br/>""Very good, begin approach.""<br/><br/>Just as they were breaking free of the atmosphere alarms started to blare.<br/>""Sir, inbound warp signatures. 6 ships, at last 2 ships battleships class or larger. ETA 8 minutes.""<br/>Rittz looked over at her. ""What do you think this is?""<br/>Catherine finished looking over the sensor read outs. ""I don't know, but I think it's a very good thing we were early on the fly by. Have the atmo-craft land, take the governor in the custody, pull the fighters into a defensive formation."" She activated the ships comm system. ""All crew to battle stations, we have incoming.""<br/>""Sir, we have a better fix on the incoming, looks like a strike carrier, a heavy battleship, and four light cruisers. All match know pirate vessels from the Independent systems.""<br/>""They were expecting us to be defenseless, that gives us an edge. Deploy mines on their approach routes, get into the planet's defense net. I want some surprises waiting for them.""<br/>""Mines deployed sir, enemy contact 45 seconds out.""</div></blockquote><br/>Jacob stood on his bridge in complete silence until the silence was broken by a familiar Russian accent ""Sir, we have a distress signal from an allied ship not too far away!"" said the comm officer, Nikolai Zolnerowich, Jacob turned and said ""Well what are we waiting for, a special letter of invitation written in flaming golden ink by the Pope? Send a message saying that we are friendly and are coming to help."" the comm officer saluted and said ""Yes sir.""<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">This is the FSR ship the <span style=""font-style: italic"">Dragoon</span>, we have gotten your distress signal and are coming to assist.</blockquote><br/>The<span style=""font-style: italic"">Dragoon</span>sped off to where the distress signal was originating as fast as the giant ship could."
7048,A War of Worlds [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321979,2014-12-03T20:04:00,Chrome Legion,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Catherine Scott, FSRS Eos, In battle near the COW border</span></span><br/>The battle was going worse than expected, these weren't average pirate. Their ships were brand new, and had defenses and armaments up to snuff with the FSR fleet. The mines had crippled one of the cruisers, and heavily damaged another, while preventing the carrier to move it's fighters in to harass the Eos. The fighter were stopping the Eos from bringing it's strike craft to bare on the support ships. The Eos had take a large number of hits, most from the pirate battleship practically sitting on them. Most decks had at least minor hull breaches, and the port hangar had been destroyed by a volley of torpedoes. Just as Catherine was about to order her strike craft to launch a suicide run on the cruisers and try to do as much damage as they could to the carrier a comms officer hurriedly got her attention.<br/>""Sir, we have a message incoming from a FRS ship, the Dragoon, they are in the area and ready to offer assistance.""<br/>""What do they want, a goddamn invitation? Tell them to get over here.""<br/>""Aye, sir.""<br/>One of the Cloudripper anti ship cannons on the surface had finally started firing, and the crippled cruiser that had been out of the Eos' reach erupted in a flash of light, scattered to the solar winds. Unfortunately it was having very little effect on the full strength pirates.<br/>""We're on the defensive, but we have cavalry inbound, focus all fire on the battleships weapons, we just need to hold out. Relay the same orders to the fighters.""<br/>That big ass Dragoon better get here soon, or the Eos might just meet with an untimely fate on the surface of... What ever the hell the moon they were orbiting was called."
7049,A War of Worlds [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321979,2014-12-03T20:24:00,The Intergalactic Russian Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Chrome Legion <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321979&amp;p=22668817#p22668817"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Catherine Scott, FSRS Eos ,In battle near the COW border</span></span><br/>The battle was going worse than expected, these weren't average pirate. Their ships were brand new, and had defenses and armaments up to snuff with the FSR fleet. The mines had crippled one of the cruisers, and heavily damaged another, while preventing the carrier to move it's fighters in to harass the Eos. The fighter were stopping the Eos from bringing it's strike craft to bare on the support ships. The Eos had take a large number of hits, most from the pirate battleship practically sitting on them. Most decks had at least minor hull breaches, and the port hangar had been destroyed by a volley of torpedoes. Just as Catherine was about to order her strike craft to launch a suicide run on the cruisers and try to do as much damage as they could to the carrier a comms officer hurriedly got her attention.<br/>""Sir, we have a message incoming from a FRS ship, the Dragoon, they are in the area and ready to offer assistance.""<br/>""What do they want, a goddamn invitation? Tell them to get over here.""<br/>""Aye, sir.""<br/>One of the Cloudripper anti ship cannons on the surface had finally started firing, and the crippled cruiser that had been out of the Eos' reach erupted in a flash of light, scattered to the solar winds. Unfortunately it was having very little effect on the full strength pirates.<br/>""We're on the defensive, but we have cavalry inbound, focus all fire on the battleships weapons, we just need to hold out. Relay the same orders to the fighters.""<br/>That big ass Dragoon better get here soon, or the Eos might just meet with an untimely fate on the surface of... What ever the hell the moon they were orbiting was called.</div></blockquote><br/>The<span style=""font-style: italic"">Dragoon</span>came in from behind the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Eos</span>, it was truly a sight to behold, Jacob looked at the pirates and said ""All forward guns, target that carrier."" Plasma beams shot at the carrier, it was quickly torn apart, then the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Dragoon</span>made a turn and unleashed its side plasma cannons on the battleships and pounded them for a minute, they also blew up. Jacob sent a message to Catherine ""Well, isn't nice that I was nearby to help you?"""
7050,A War of Worlds [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321979,2014-12-03T21:10:00,Chrome Legion,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Catherine Scott, FSRS Eos, Above some moon or another</span></span><br/>The Bridge was still was a ensemble of conflicting voices, managing damage control and and triage. The Eos had a crew numbering just over 15,000 and reports were suggesting any where from 750-1250 dead. Everyone one on board will have lost some one they knew. She would have to write a lot of letters while the Eos was under repair. Unable to drown out the din of the bridge she moved to her ready room, took a moment to compose herself and opened a link to the Dragoon.<br/><br/>""This is captain Scott of the Eos, it was indeed fortunate that you were near by, we could have lost a good many more men with out your assistance. Unfortunately we can not dwell on this victory for long. I suspected the timing of the attack was to perfect to be purely an accident, and it seems my suspicions were well founded. If you were unaware, we were asked by the governor of this colony to do a in atmosphere flyby of the capital, a maneuver that left us entirely defenseless for a brief period. I started before the arranged time, and that is the only thing that saved my ship, if we were caught during the maneuver the Eos would have certainly been destroyed. As the attack began we still had craft and personal on the ground, which I ordered to secure the governor. My men found him at a small launch pad with a band of mercenaries as guards. He is in our custody now, and we request that you hold him until we have made repairs. Also, as much as I hate to admit it, the Eos is in no condition to make it to a proper ship yard. I will not risk the lives of any more of my men in a trip to satisfy my ego, you will need to take us under haul to the ship yards at Hyperion. Once again, my crew and I thank you for you assistance.""<br/><br/>As she waited for a reply she retrieved a small metal box from her desk. Soon a wave of bliss engulfed her. She would have to avoid the Med bay for a days while her body purged the traces of the Euphorine, but she needed this, more than in a long time."
7051,A War of Worlds [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321979,2014-12-04T17:41:00,The Intergalactic Russian Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Chrome Legion <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321979&amp;p=22669574#p22669574"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Catherine Scott, FSRS Eos, Above some moon or another</span></span><br/>The Bridge was still was a ensemble of conflicting voices, managing damage control and and triage. The Eos had a crew numbering just over 15,000 and reports were suggesting any where from 750-1250 dead. Everyone one on board will have lost some one they knew. She would have to write a lot of letters while the Eos was under repair. Unable to drown out the din of the bridge she moved to her ready room, took a moment to compose herself and opened a link to the Dragoon. <br/><br/>""This is captain Scott of the Eos, it was indeed fortunate that you were near by, we could have lost a good many more men with out your assistance. Unfortunately we can not dwell on this victory for long. I suspected the timing of the attack was to perfect to be purely an accident, and it seems my suspicions were well founded. If you were unaware, we were asked by the governor of this colony to do a in atmosphere flyby of the capital, a maneuver that left us entirely defenseless for a brief period. I started before the arranged time, and that is the only thing that saved my ship, if we were caught during the maneuver the Eos would have certainly been destroyed. As the attack began we still had craft and personal on the ground, which I ordered to secure the governor. My men found him at a small launch pad with a band of mercenaries as guards. He is in our custody now, and we request that you hold him until we have made repairs. Also, as much as I hate to admit it, the Eos is in no condition to make it to a proper ship yard. I will not risk the lives of any more of my men in a trip to satisfy my ego, you will need to take us under haul to the ship yards at Hyperion. Once again, my crew and I thank you for you assistance.""<br/><br/>As she waited for a reply she retrieved a small metal box from her desk. Soon a wave of bliss engulfed her. She would have to avoid the Med bay for a days while her body purged the traces of the Euphorine, but she needed this, more than in a long time.</div></blockquote><br/>""Of course, Captain Scott, I shall haul your ship to Hyperion, Captain Harrison, out."" Jacob turned and said to his crew ""Alright, you heard Captain Scott, we're hauling the Eos back to Hyperion."" The crew did as ordered and within a few minutes they were on their way to Hyperion. When they got to Hyperion Jacob contacted Catherine and said ""We've arrived at Hyperion, I hope you enjoyed your trip. One question though, am I the only one who has a feeling something<span style=""font-style: italic"">really</span>bad is about to happen?"""
7052,A War of Worlds [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321979,2014-12-04T19:32:00,Chrome Legion,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Catherine Scott, FSRS Dragoon, Near the Hyperion shipyards.</span></span><br/><br/>Catherine had come aboard the dragoon while the Eos was under repair. Partially because the food at the shipyard was awful, but mostly because she wished to speak with Cpt. Harrison. She had found disturbing information in the logs of the pirate vessels. The ships logs were to well encrypted to access, but the personal logs were different, they told the story of the fleet before its destruction.<br/>""Captain Harrison, I'm glad you'd have me for dinner. Unfortunately my investigation of the pirate ships tend to agree with your analysis that storms are brewing on the horizon. The pirates came from the independent systems, but that's not were they were based, nor were the ships were out fitted. They made stops at 2 systems in the UE. That's where they were attacking from. It seems they were privateers for the UE, sent to attack lone FSR and COW military vessels. The governor of the system was in contact with them, and devised a trap for the Eos. Not only that, but we must suspect foul play higher up the ranks, the Admiralty approved this mission, and I can't believe they would have done so if they were acting in good faith. I will make sure to keep you up to date if I find anymore usefull information out. I have a few strings I can pull, with your help we can see if any of then unravel this cloth of treason."""
7053,A War of Worlds [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321979,2014-12-05T01:56:00,Ancient Humans,"As the Phantasm was Heading through space, Several Warnings came up on the ships Radar.<br/><br/>""What's the problem?!"" Shouted Kyoki.<br/><br/>""Pirate Vessels I think, We can take them but they're activating a Warp Bubble."" Said the Communications Officer.<br/><br/>""Well lucky for them We're ready to put up a fight, Raise Shields and Put the Turrets to Mid Power and Also Activate the Siphons.""<br/><br/>""Aye, Sir."" Said One-Eye.<br/><br/>As the Warp Field around the Phantasm Collapsed, the Ship was already battle ready but the entire crew was surprised to see 3<a class=""postlink"" href=""https://db4sgowjqfwig.cloudfront.net/assets/267705/battler.jpg?1385652401"" rel=""nofollow"">Heavy Frigates</a>With Pirate Markings.<br/><br/>""Well this is a Surprise...One Siphon on the left Frigate and Siphon two on the Right, All Turrets on the Lead Vessel!."" He said"
7054,A War of Worlds [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321979,2014-12-05T15:22:00,The Intergalactic Russian Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Chrome Legion <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321979&amp;p=22680644#p22680644"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Catherine Scott, FSRS Dragoon, Near the Hyperion shipyards.</span></span><br/><br/>Catherine had come aboard the dragoon while the Eos was under repair. Partially because the food at the shipyard was awful, but mostly because she wished to speak with Cpt. Harrison. She had found disturbing information in the logs of the pirate vessels. The ships logs were to well encrypted to access, but the personal logs were different, they told the story of the fleet before its destruction. <br/>""Captain Harrison, I'm glad you'd have me for dinner. Unfortunately my investigation of the pirate ships tend to agree with your analysis that storms are brewing on the horizon. The pirates came from the independent systems, but that's not were they were based, nor were the ships were out fitted. They made stops at 2 systems in the UE. That's where they were attacking from. It seems they were privateers for the UE, sent to attack lone FSR and COW military vessels. The governor of the system was in contact with them, and devised a trap for the Eos. Not only that, but we must suspect foul play higher up the ranks, the Admiralty approved this mission, and I can't believe they would have done so if they were acting in good faith. I will make sure to keep you up to date if I find anymore usefull information out. I have a few strings I can pull, with your help we can see if any of then unravel this cloth of treason.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Ah, that is very bad, but this mat be the precursor for something much worse, a full scale attack from the UE, I know it sounds crazy , but the UE will do anything to get its former colonies back. I'll continue patrolling the edges of our territory and tell you if I see anything suspicious like more pirates, it'll be like what I normally do except I'll be telling you anything I see."" He stuck out his hand for a handshake and smiled ""Do we have a deal?"""
7055,A War of Worlds [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321979,2014-12-05T16:55:00,Krugmar,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Conrad Becker<br/>The Typhon<br/>Enroute to New Earth</span><br/><br/>The jump was going well, the ship was holding up and had presented no problems so far. Becker sat down and began checking the mission details. It was a simple mission, to present the new ship to the Council and have it legally licensed, fairly standard and mostly for propaganda and paperwork reasons. Most federation planets were new to building warships, like Orjova, so an opportunity to show off a warship made by a normally peaceful industrial world was a good chance for propaganda.<br/><br/>""Commander, the hull is becoming slightly compressed, diverting extra power to shielding"" said one of the Pilots.<br/><br/>""Affirmative, can I have a report on the engines?"" replied Becker, this was the first problem they had encountered and it was standard for new ships to compress and have problems during their first jumps.<br/><br/>""Engines are operating at full efficiency"" said another Pilot.<br/><br/>""Excellent, keep them stable and send a message ahead to the federation that we will be arriving shortly"" said Becker, keen to make sure that the Federation knew that a warship was about to descend upon their capital.<br/><br/>""Message sent Commander, our warp jump will scramble any messages they try to send to us however"" replied an assistant Pilot.<br/><br/>""Understood, alert me to any more problems"" said Becker.<br/><br/>Becker still had doubts about the ship holding up in combat. Orjovan design meant cold, logical perfection (in their eyes) of every part of the ship. Orjovans however were not natural soldiers, Becker had been one of the few to have been selected for the new Commander role in the Orjovan Academy. His abilities had been noticed in the Skill and Career Examinations and he had been assigned this designation. Orjova was a strange place to outsiders, with family units being created and changed by the local governments and children eventually being removed from these units to the academies after their SKE's were over. Becker was unsure of how to talk to foreigners, few ever came to Orjova and when they did they understood Orjovan customs and so 'adapted' to them."
7056,A War of Worlds [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321979,2014-12-05T21:20:00,Chrome Legion,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Catherine Scott, FSRS Dragoon, Near the Hyperion shipyards.</span></span><br/><br/>Catherine took his hand, and shook it with a light grip. ""The Eos will be stationed in the same area, that will be good if anything like this comes up again. I'll be sure to to give you a ring if I'm breaking up above any other back water colonies.""<br/><br/>Catherine was sitting in the cramped office she had been assigned at the shipyard. In front of her was a report on the changes being made to the Eos, the ship was an experiment to begin with and now there more experimental components then main line units on board.<br/>-New containment vessels for antimatter and degenerate matter storage, yielding a 20% increase in hangar space.<br/>-2 forward rail guns capable of 5 kg at .2c.<br/>-Improved power system output by 37%.<br/>-Increased sub light acceleration by 14%, to 39 G.<br/>-Improved tracking and target acquisition of CWIS by 17%.<br/>-Quick cycle shield emitters, increases shield recharge rate by 56%.<br/>-Improved cooling and power management on shield generators, added 4 new generator units. Total increase in shield out put of 80%.<br/>-Addition of 12<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://images.mmorpg.com/images/galleries/full/452009/765c091f-2a35-4c91-874c-142e03586e9c.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Arges Class</a>heavy bombers.<br/>-Assignment of 2,037 crew to replace losses sustained and crew transfers. A full list of new personal is attached.<br/>-Re-armament of expended and onboard torpedoes with Mk 8 version. Increased tracking and target acquisition performance, no change to yield, loading or firing.<br/><br/>2,037 new crew. They had only lost 824 during the fight, and 163 more in the days after, but many more were to injured to fight, or chose to leave the service since their term was up. She was about half way through the letters to the lost crew's families. The little metal box where she kept her stash of Euphorine was calling to her. Luckily she had left it in her quarters on the Eos, for just this reason."
7057,A War of Worlds [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321979,2014-12-06T13:05:00,Arnrakian,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Revan Starkiller<br/>The Essence of Malevolence<br/>Orbit of Eridan</span><br/><br/>Revan sat in the captains chair on the deck. Revan was frankly bored. He protects Eridan because it is his property. ""Sub-Commander Carson Link into our Com-Sat network,"" Revan Orders. ""Yes Captain, right away Captain,"" Sub-Commander Carson says while doing just that. Several moments later the Sub-Commander speaks, ""Captain there are rumors that the UE is going to launch an offensive to reclaim the rebelling territories. That is all that has reached the network Captain."" Revan nods and orders, ""Alright recall the crew from Eridan and get them to posts."" Carson answer's, ""Yes Captain.""<br/><br/>Half an hour passes before all the crew is back on the 1.5km long 0.5km wide ship. Revan Activate the ship-wide com and says, ""Alright fellow plunderers we need to get more news and our Com-Sat network is not enough. All crew-members will remember we are just plunderers and fighter and revolutionaries ever since I took over Captaincy of this ship. If I catch anyone ra*eing anyone, I will Execute you myself! Remember My Orders and always follow them, or you will be branded Cowards and I will Execute you Myself!""<br/><br/>A minute after the speech the ship turns to face away from the planet and Speeds into warp speed."
7058,A War of Worlds [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321979,2014-12-06T14:01:00,Ancient Humans,"After Engaging the 3 Heavy Frigates for nearly a whole half-hour, Kyoki Decides to Send out a Distress Signal.<br/><br/>""To all FCW Vessels Nearby, This is Agent Kyoki Of the FCW, I need Assistance against Heavily Armed Pirates, Further Details will be given upon Reply.""<br/><br/>""Do you think that will work?"" Shouts over One-Eye between Explosions<br/><br/>""No clue, the FCW Never Really Liked me unless they contracted me but I think they'll let this pass when they realise those Pirate ships are baring UE markings.""<br/><br/>As the Phantasm Finally Managed to Destroy the Lead Frigate, It's Shield Generator Let off a Warning that it's Down to 25% Integrity before it can Regenerate, The Ships Armour would be able to last until then but if the shields where to go down again the Phantasm Would meet its end.<br/><br/>""Divert Captured Energy to the Shield Generator and Boost Inferred turrets to Full Power, All Turrets on Port-side Frigate and both Siphons on the other!""<br/><br/>""Aye, Sir!""<br/><br/>As The Phantasm Shifted Targets it's Inferred Turrets glowed Intense Red Light Towards the Enemy ship while its own Armour took a Pounding in return leaving Several Dents on its Port Side which will later become Holes."
7059,A War of Worlds [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321979,2014-12-06T17:39:00,Arnrakian,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Revan Starkiller<br/>The Essence of Malevolence</span><br/><br/>The Essence of Malevolence Drops out of Warp in orbit of the Free Planet of Shaxni and sends down a message to the planets population to surrender to Revan Starkiller. The leader sends a message but not to The Essence of Malevolence but to a Frigate in orbit of the planet that is about 9 light minutes away from The Essence of Malevolence. The Ship declares that The Essence of Malevolence shall drop shields and prepare to be boarded. When Revan sees this he starts and then everyone on the bridge bust out laughing. Revan orders, "" Fire the Long Range rotating Plasma Beam Cannon lets show them we mean business."" Ensign Lewis says, ""Yes Captain."" He enters targeting parameters and fires the LRRPBC. Several seconds later the weapon fires and the ensign continues to fire every 30 seconds. 9 minutes after the first shot the Frigate suddenly has a hole in the shield Generator compartment. For every 30 seconds after the ship has a progressively larger hole. the last shot the ensign made goes through the ship and out the other side. the Enemy Frigate slows to a stop and sends a message of surrender. Revan says, ""No Mercy, Helm Full speed and prep the 4 SRRPBC."" The Helm and the ensign both say, ""Yes Captain.""<br/>A minute later the ship is within range and the 4 cannons mercilessly rip into the Frigate, tearing several holes in the structure. One minute later the Frigate Explodes in a brilliant flash of light as the Anti-matter power core overloads the magnetic shielding and the anti-matter touches matter vaporizing the frigate.<br/><br/>Revan sends the same message to the planet again and a picture of the debris from the ship. Shaxni surrenders to The Essence of Malevolence."
7060,A War of Worlds [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321979&start=25,2014-12-07T09:04:00,Thesda,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Damien Caesar</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Orbiting New Earth</span><br/><br/>""Captain Caesar of the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Normandy</span>, this is New Earth Orbital Command. We're going to have an unidentified warship enter this system in a little bit and enter the restricted space above New Earth. It's a new FCW ship on a ceremonial run to be presented to the Council. Since it's not entered into the IFF database, it won't show up on scanners as Federation, but we can assure you it's an ally. That means<span style=""font-style: italic"">don't</span>blow it up, Captain.""<br/><br/>Damien grinned. ""No promises, command. Caesar out."" He closed the communication relay and reached down to flick on the ship intercom. ""All<span style=""font-style: italic"">Normandy</span>personnel, this is the Captain speaking. Pretty soon we're going to have an unidentified ship jumping into the system. Don't worry, it's just a new FCW frigate. Now I'm under strict orders from NEOCom<span style=""font-style: italic"">not</span>to incinerate it upon contact, so if someone gets an itchy trigger finger and lets a MAC salvo fly, they're going down with me.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Comprendre</span>? Good.""<br/><br/>Damien turned around from the communications console to see his First Mate Anthony Darwin frowning at him. ""You do know that most people on this ship don't know any core world dialects at all, much less any Earth ones, let alone Old French, right?""<br/><br/>Damien shrugged. ""It's good to know your enemy. How do you think the Allies won the second World War without the help of native German translators?"" he asked.<br/><br/>Darwin stared back blankly. ""The who?""<br/><br/>Damien sighed. ""Nevermind,"" he muttered. ""Just get back to your station. Maybe we'll get lucky and the new Federation ship will have been tailed. Then maybe we can finally see some action in this tight-ass star system.""<br/><br/>""Your best-case scenario is a rookie frigate being shadowed back to the Federation capital planet?""<br/><br/>Damien shrugged dismissively. ""A man can dream, can't he? Anyway, back to your station, Darwin. The sensors are picking up a jump signature nearby, and it's getting stronger. I have a feeling we're about to have company."""
7061,A War of Worlds [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321979&start=25,2014-12-09T12:19:00,Ragno,Deleted due to OP intervention
7062,A War of Worlds [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321979&start=25,2014-12-10T10:02:00,Imperial City-States,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><br/>Klaus Schweitzer <br/>Bridge of the <span style=""font-style: italic"">Ragnarok</span> <br/>In Phase Space to the Fringe of Federation Space<br/>Black Hand Mercenary's <br/></span><br/><br/><br/><br/>Klaus stared blankly out at the multi-colored spiral occurring outside of the ship as it plowed though Phase space , behind him a Lieutenant had just reported to him the details pertaining to the mission that he'd be assigned by his superiors.<br/><br/>""That'll be all Lieutenant , see to it that the man are all ready when we exit Phase space. "" Klaus replied snapping a sharp salute off in response to the young Lieutenant's.<br/><br/><br/>Klaus turned away from the forward view port inward toward the bridge. A Skeleton crew as present , the rest of crew had retired to their quarters shortly after the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Ragnarok</span>entered Phase Space. While some people had nightmare's in Phase Space due to some strange chemical change in the brain induced by the transition into Phase space , Klaus found it rather serene. It was one of the few places that he could say he was truly at peace.<br/><br/>""Ensign."" Klaus called out , there was a stumbling as a Navel crewmen almost stumbled backwards as he awoke from his slumber.<br/><br/><br/>""Sir..?"" The Ensign replied his voice drugged by sleep.<br/><br/>""Call the crew to station when we're twenty minutes out from out destination. Have a communication's buoy on standby to launch when we arrive. Have a message sent to our.. ""Employer"" that we have arrived at our destination and we're awaiting further orders. "" Klaus ordered.<br/><br/>""Understood Sir , Is that all ? ""<br/>the Ensign replied still grogged by sleep.<br/><br/>""Yes , See you in the morning. "" Klaus said before turning sharply on his heel and went toward his bunk at the midline of the ship."
7063,A War of Worlds [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321979&start=25,2014-12-10T18:48:00,Arnrakian,"Revan Starkiller<br/>The Essence of Malevolence<br/><br/>10 hours later The Essence of Malevolence goes back into warp towards a planet that has no space defense's. After about a day of travel in Warp The Essence of Malevolence exits warp above Verianda III. Revan orders through the Ship-Wide intercom, ""All Soldiers to drop pods. I repeat All Soldiers to Drop Pods. Alpha Squad report to the Bridge on the double."" After 10 minutes of hectic movement the battleship Essence of Malevolence calms again as everyone blocks out emotion above Verianda III. Revan and his most loyal soldiers, Alpha Squad, move to Revan's Ready Room. After 2 minuets of getting ready for ground combat Revan and Alpha Squad go to the pod bay and enter a drop pod. Revan orders through a radio, ""All Pods Launch."" All the Drop pods launch and after a minuet of free fall the stabilizing thrusters activate and the pods enter controlled free fall. 5 minuets later the pods all hit the ground all over the Capitol.<br/><br/>The only pod to hit the ground alone in the city is Alpha Squads pod. The Pods door pops open and all 6 members of Alpha Squad tumble out. Alpha Squad and Revan separate into two teams of three. Alpha team heads to scout the surroundings while beta team secures the landing area. Within a minuet of Alpha team moving out to scout the area they are attacked. A sniper misses Revan's head by millimeters and Alpha team ducks into cover. The Lt of Alpha team raises his helmet and the sniper shoots it and gives himself away. Revan pops up and fires several shots at the hiding spot and gets lucky when the sniper stands up to shoot again and gets shot in the head. After several more minuets of firing back and forth Alpha team wins and retreats back to the base camp. Alpha team radios the Essence of Malevolence for materials for a base and sentry drones."
7064,A War of Worlds [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321979&start=25,2014-12-11T07:28:00,The Intergalactic Russian Empire,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Heavy Dragoon</span></span></span><br/>Jacob and his ship were back on patrol, he wondered why they put their largest ship on patrol duty, he decided to think that it was so it would give any would-be invaders a pause-for-thought on whether attacking was a good idea. The edges of the FSR territory were quiet, as usual, and while patrolling through space, Jacob had a lot of time to think, which is how he came to the conclusion that something bad was about to happen. As he stood on the bridge, he started to think about his new ally, Catherine, he hoped this co-operation would lead to figuring out the man behind that attack."
7065,A War of Worlds [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321979&start=25,2014-12-11T09:38:00,Ancient Humans,"As the fight Between The<span style=""font-style: italic"">Phantasm</span>and the Remaining Heavy Frigate Went on Kyoki Decided to Give in to his Instinct and Set out a Public Distress Signal that could result in his Death or Capture.<br/><br/>""This is FCW Agent Kyoki Von Vinkoseras, I am in need of Assistance, My ship is unable to go to warp due to a Warp Inhibitor and My Armour is Beginning to Buckle While Shields are Barely Operating."""
7066,A War of Worlds [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321979&start=25,2014-12-11T15:24:00,Ragno,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Elbe Shipyards, Elbe</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">The Enforcer,</span> Bridge</span><br/>""Leftenant Jones, What's our launch status?"" Captain Nikolai Kirov prepared to launch his newly commissioned ship, the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Enforcer</span>. His mission: to maintain peace in the territory of the FCW.<br/><br/>The reply came, ""Sir, we are ready to launch at any moment, the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Saiga</span>and the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Marigold</span>await the order.<br/><br/>Leftenant Kenneth Jones was an excellent officer. Young and eager, he had served as a Sub-Leftenant on Kirov's previous ship --the Acclamator-Class Frigate<span style=""font-style: italic"">Thunderer</span>-- when Kirov was just a Commander. Kirov was considering him for promotion to Lt. Commander in one of his ship's escorts. If he continued to prove his worth, he would certainly earn his command in a year.<br/><br/>Kirov's voice came from the command chair, ""Alright then, let's hit it.""<br/><br/>The<span style=""font-style: italic"">Enforcer's </span>engines rumbled to life. It lifted away from it's dry-dock, and with it's escorts in tow, took off from Elbe.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Enforcer</span><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/7owf49B.jpg""/></div></div></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Marigold</span><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://tf3dm.com/imgd/l5663-unsc-spirit-of-fire--30486.jpg""/></div></div></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Saiga</span><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://img2.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20060503122539/starwars/images/4/4d/Defender_Carrier.JPG""/></div></div></div>"
7067,A War of Worlds [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321979&start=25,2014-12-13T11:24:00,Arnrakian,"Revan Starkiller<br/>Verianda III<br/><br/>After 3 hours of waiting and repelling attacks by the local forces, the drop ships arrive with the Drones and materials. Revan orders, ""Get that unloaded and set up the sentry drones and then help me set up the command center."" As he is saying this Alpha Squad quickly starts setting up the Sentry drones. 30 minuets later the rest of Alpha Squad moves to the plasteel building and helps Revan set up things on the inside for instance, the long range radio, the comms console, and the uplink computer. Revan walks outside and starts moving the power generator into position and connecting it to the Command Center of the invasion of Verianda III. After several hours of sitting on his butt Revan gets reports from his soldiers all over the city they have secured everything except Quadrant A where the Headquarters of the Verianda III Defense Force is located along with the planets parliament and Head of State.<br/><br/>Revan orders, ""Recall all Soldiers to here we will make a push on Quadrant A soon."""
7068,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993,2014-11-30T07:33:00,Harkback Union,"<div align=""center""><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321816&amp;start=25"" rel=""nofollow"">OOC</a><br/><br/>Providence 1925<br/><br/>Founded in 1762, This quiet mountain town resides in south east Canada and is surrounded by A magnificent Lake and a seemingly endless chain of hills and mountains, covered by thick continental forests. 2 Roads, a telephone, an electric and a railroad line connect the town with the rest of the country, though the railroad is a narrow one and is used mostly by the toy factory to transport its latest line of toys out of town. Home to 672 souls, Providence has earned itself a name in the nearby villages for being the prettiest place in the region. Though the locals aren't wealthy, they invested much time in improving and decorating their town. Electric lamps illuminate the streets, flower gardens, fountains and statues stand proud in the parks and street corners, alleyways are clean, trash is where its meant to be. It could a popular tourist destination if the town was known better... it rarely appears on maps. Lately however, the strange happenings have been reported from Providence, attracting quiet an attention and so the first passenger train in years is now en-route for the mysterious town...<br/><br/>- Introduction - <br/><br/>The Train<br/><br/>The narrow-gauge carriages rumble through the otherwise quiet countryside underneath a thick cloud of smoke. Its first few authentic Victorian carriages, recenty stripped of their gold and demoted to 2nd class by the railroad company carry several passengers: a Soldier, A Doctor, 2 Scientists, a Businessman and ... Meanwhile the latter ones carry supplies and raw materials for the toy factory.</div><br/><br/>Rules and Information<br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">The RP will be divided into Days. Each RP day may last several RL (real) days, depending on player activity. Each day RP day will start with the <span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Investigation phase</span></span>, during which each character may preform 2 official actions either by:<br/>1. visiting locations listed in OP and snooping around there...<br/>Note: Characters may also accompany other characters and preform actions together.<br/>2. Attack someone else (combat occurs, not possible before part 3.)<br/>OR.<br/>3. Spy on someone (Gain clues on their Identity)<br/><br/>Characters may also preform unofficial actions outside their 2 daily actions but these have a smaller chance of yielding something useful.(examples are visiting locations not listed in in the OP (lets say, a flower shop, please be sure it fits into the setting and the town), meeting up with other chars to share information, studying existing clues)<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Evening Phase</span></span>, It starts automatically once all characters have taken their actions. Characters who reside in the hotel will get a chance to meet up and exchange items, clues, Information or accuse each other of things, perhaps backing up those accusations with evidence they gathered.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Mystery phase</span></span> The Last phase of a day, Something mysterious will happen in town and a new days starts.<br/><br/>Important locations (may be updated):<br/><br/>Town square - The Center of Providence. The doctors office, The hotel Rouge, The telegraph and post offices, the general store, the library, the café, The constabulary and the town hall surround a humble old park. <br/><br/>-Each location can be visited independently as an action.<br/><br/>The Pier - Dozens of fisherman live in the homes nearby. It is from here each day they set sail to fish fish from the lake. At the rear of the pier is the Captain's Inn where the fisherman go after a day of work.<br/><br/>-Pier can be visited as action<br/>-Captain's Inn can be visited as action<br/><br/>The Toy Factory - A Sawmill, A Water tower, a fire station and a toy assembly line provides employment for some locals... but they are reluctant to talk about their work.<br/><br/>-The Toy factory can be visited as action<br/><br/>Campus Of The Providence Academy - A Great place to learn about biology... not in the physical sense though. The Academy is a very small one, Mere 50 stundents and 7 professors study the secrets of life here. <br/><br/>-The Campus can be visited as action<br/><br/>Ruebeck's Farm - A Farm on the outskirts of Providence. An Orchard, a vegetable garden, a pumpkin garden and a grain field provide fresh food for the town. <br/><br/>-The Farm Can be visited as action<br/><br/>The Grey Manor - A Private manor atop a nearby hill. Nobody knows who owns it though.<br/><br/>-The manor can be visited as action.<br/><br/>The Forests - Dark forests around Providence... Not a popular travel destination among the locals... Perhaps it hides more locations waiting to be discovered!<br/><br/>-The forests can be visited as action.</div></div></div>"
7069,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993,2014-11-30T10:04:00,New Abrahammia,Abraham Floda travels to the forest to try to find a rare tree that grows around these parts: the Abrahamius est coolius. This tree is usually found towards the center of a forest and is distinguishable by being much thicker than other trees.
7070,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993,2014-11-30T13:36:00,The Almighty Bob,"Alexander got off the train at Providence Station. He decided to make his way to the strange old house he had noticed on the way in and snoop around a little. After a rather long but invigorating walk, he found himself at the manor. Strangely, the door was open, and there did not appear to be anyone there. He strode to the open door and knocked sharply. ""Hello?"""
7071,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993,2014-11-30T14:42:00,Baelya,"Ludwig von Dresdner travels to the mayor's office to bathe information about the town, he brings a bottle of Whisky having learnt that the key to a man's heart is alcohol."
7072,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993,2014-11-30T15:52:00,Harkback Union,"The travelers seemed anxious to get off the train. They didn't bother to introduce themselves to the other passengers on board and once they arrived, they left the station in a hurry.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22628246#p22628246"">wrote</a>:</cite>Abraham Floda travels to the forest to try to find a rare tree that grows around these parts: the Abrahamius est coolius. This tree is usually found towards the center of a forest and is distinguishable by being much thicker than other trees.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Mr. Floda ventured straight into the dark forests. For hours he walked among the autumn trees before he spotted the distinct crown of the Abrahamius est coolius in the distance, hiding near a large rock which stood by a small stream. As he approached the rare specimen, he could hear a ""Chopping sound"". The rare tree shook in terror as the a Forester mercilessly cut it in half. It fell to the ground by the time he got there...<br/><br/>""Good day sir! What business do you have here in the middle of nowhere?"" - He asked in a friendly manner, while tipping his hat.<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>Alexander got off the train at Providence Station. He decided to make his way to the strange old house he had noticed on the way in and snoop around a little. After a rather long but invigorating walk, he found himself at the manor. Strangely, the door was open, and there did not appear to be anyone there. He strode to the open door and knocked sharply. ""Hello?""<br/></div></blockquote><br/><br/>The manor was quiet and dim. The candles weren't lit while The curtains blocked all sunlight. A wide staircase led to the 2nd floor from the entry hall while 2 larger doors led to what seemed to be a ball room and a lounge. It was hard to tell what's upstairs. Shortly after Alexander entered, The doors closed behind him... perhaps due to the drag.<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>Ludwig von Dresdner travels to the mayor's office to bathe information about the town, he brings a bottle of Whisky having learnt that the key to a man's heart is alcohol.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Ah! Von Ludwig... Drenser! My Secretary informed me about your visit."" - The Mayor said as he and Ludwig entered the mayor's office after 15 minutes of delay. The mayor of providence was middle-aged and slightly overweight person, dressed in a black-purple suit and surrounded by a cloud of smoke, emerging from his expensive cigar. - ""Sorry for being late, I was down at the barber shop... Is that for me? You really shouldn't have!"" - He said while taking his seat , pointing at the bottle of Whisky and then seizing it. He then took 2 fine glasses from a nearby cabinet and served the alcohol in them. In the meantime, Ludwig had ample time to look around in the room. A Painting, sufficiently large to capture the mayor in a single frame occupied the wall behind his chair. There were also 2 large windows, A dusty filing cabinet, a large desk surrounded by antique chairs outside the one already and finally in a corner, an authentic Canadian flag . - ""So what brings you to our town, Ludwig?"""
7073,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993,2014-11-30T15:59:00,The Almighty Bob,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22632327#p22632327"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>Alexander got off the train at Providence Station. He decided to make his way to the strange old house he had noticed on the way in and snoop around a little. After a rather long but invigorating walk, he found himself at the manor. Strangely, the door was open, and there did not appear to be anyone there. He strode to the open door and knocked sharply. ""Hello?""<br/></div></blockquote><br/><br/>The manor was quiet and dim. The candles weren't lit while The curtains blocked all sunlight. A wide staircase led to the 2nd floor from the entry hall while 2 larger doors led to what seemed to be a ball room and a lounge. It was hard to tell what's upstairs. Shortly after Alexander entered, The doors closed behind him... perhaps due to the drag.<br/></div></blockquote><br/>Alexander jumped slightly when the door slammed, but decided to ignore it for now. He glanced around some of the lower rooms, fumbling around slightly in the darkness until he managed to open some curtains. With the new source of light, he was able to clearly and easily inspect the 1st floor. He decided to look around a bit more before proceeding upstairs, to see if he could find the owner."
7074,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993,2014-11-30T16:08:00,New Abrahammia,"Abraham froze for a second when he saw the tree hit the grass. He paused for a second, looking hopeless and all. ""This tree… is very rare. By cutting it down, you have contributed to the endangerment of its species. I will search for another one of these beauties around here. What company do you work for? How many of you lumberjacks are in this forest?"""
7075,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993,2014-11-30T16:39:00,Baelya,"Officially I'm here studying local weather patterns although I'm more interested in the local history of the area, He pauses to pour himself another glass, so what can you as mayor tell me?"
7076,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993,2014-11-30T17:19:00,Pandeeria,"Evan Brenzwel got off the trained hastily, not paying so much as a small comment to another traveler as he darted his eyes to grasp the view. The city was inadequate, pathetic, and overgrown. As Evan disappointingly trudged into the murky streets and poorly done side walks, we glanced at the buildings left and right. Some where homes, others were businesses, however all of them didn't impress nor catch Evan's eye. The entire town, while not exactly dirty or unbearable, was certainly not a very well-done town. Regardless, Evan heard this town needed some employment and as a doctor, he decided to stop by his shop, speak to the whoever was selling it to him, and set up his supplies. He also knew that there was no need to stir up a fuss by insulting this small town. Evan was quite socially aware, to be said, and due to his fascination in both Biology and Psychology taught him just how others would react to have their home be insulted. He didn't like the town, but he would stay quiet about it and when necessary, compliment it.<br/><br/>One thing he didn't like as soon as he got here was the air. It wasn't ecaxtly cold, but it wasn't warm either. It didn't feel warm nor welcoming, it felt like the air of a hospital. Warm, yet ominous and deranged. He shivered slightly as a light gust of wind brushed past him, through along leafs and trash with him. Evan always preferred the warm months of the Summer anyways.<br/><br/>He kept moving, hoping at least the locals would be more interesting to speak too then the passengers."
7077,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993,2014-11-30T18:25:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pandeeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22633480#p22633480"">wrote</a>:</cite>Evan Brenzwel got off the trained hastily, not paying so much as a small comment to another traveler as he darted his eyes to grasp the view. The city was inadequate, pathetic, and overgrown. As Evan disappointingly trudged into the murky streets and poorly done side walks, we glanced at the buildings left and right. Some where homes, others were businesses, however all of them didn't impress nor catch Evan's eye. The entire town, while not exactly dirty or unbearable, was certainly not a very well-done town. Regardless, Evan heard this town needed some employment and as a doctor, he decided to stop by his shop, speak to the whoever was selling it to him, and set up his supplies. He also knew that there was no need to stir up a fuss by insulting this small town. Evan was quite socially aware, to be said, and due to his fascination in both Biology and Psychology taught him just how others would react to have their home be insulted. He didn't like the town, but he would stay quiet about it and when necessary, compliment it. <br/><br/>One thing he didn't like as soon as he got here was the air. It wasn't ecaxtly cold, but it wasn't warm either. It didn't feel warm nor welcoming, it felt like the air of a hospital. Warm, yet ominous and deranged. He shivered slightly as a light gust of wind brushed past him, through along leafs and trash with him. Evan always preferred the warm months of the Summer anyways. <br/><br/>He kept moving, hoping at least the locals would be more interesting to speak too then the passengers.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Interestingly enough, The town's doctor was... not a man. HER shop was what Evan ended up visiting. A Woman doctor at the time was a rare sight, Especially as they were rarely granted place in medical school... but It seems the suffrage movement had some effect after all. The waiting room was empty and Evan was quickly granted entry by Doctor Nelly, who was charming and seemed friendly, at first glance. She quickly recognized the college in Evan and turned euphoric - ""Have youever dreamedofworking asa DOCTOR in suchanice quint town, Mr. BRENZWEL? Well I DIDN'T! This isthemost BORING place on EARTH andthecasesI get HERE lately... a nightMARE. I WOULD beveryhappy if someone TOOK OVER hereandIcould leavebuttheMAYOR won't allowme toendmyCONTRACT until thereisaREPLACEMENT... andwho would wishto practicein SUCHa place?!?"" - She said. The way she spoke didn't really make sense to Evan. Her words weren't separated from one another and her tone went from quiet to loud back to quiet and so on for no reason what so ever. She also moved about the room and rarely looked at Evan. Silly character."
7078,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993,2014-11-30T18:58:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>Baelya <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22633025#p22633025"">wrote</a>:</cite>Officially I'm here studying local weather patterns although I'm more interested in the local history of the area, He pauses to pour himself another glass, so what can you as mayor tell me?</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Well... Its warm in the summer... And Cold in the Winter. Very cold. Hehehe. He."" - He said - ""Then there is the fog. Ah the fog. Every morning in November there is terrible fog. You should see it for yourself. You can't see your own damn shoes!"" - The mayor suddenly paused as he notice his secretary's voice, coming from behind the door. - ""<span style=""font-size: 85%; line-height: 116%;"">He asked about local history you dumb #&amp;@$.</span>"" - ""What was that Tracy?"" - Inquired the mayor who's ears weren't the best. - ""I can see the Inspector coming towards us, should I let him in?"" - She screamed from her room - ""But of Course!""<br/><br/>""Mr... Von... err... Detective Carl is here. Please allow me to introduce you to him!"" - Said the mayor as Inspector Carl entered the building. He soon appeared behind the doors of the office. He wore a red hat, Green tie, Yellow T-shirt and a large grey coat. - ""Mayor, We have to speak in private!"" - He said. - ""Oh don't mind Von..."" - The Mayor Tried his best to remember the meteorologist's name... but failed. - ""Ludwig Von Dresdner"" - helped out the secretary. - ""Oh yes, Don't mind the professor. He can be trusted. Tracy, would you please leave us alone?"" - ""Certainly, Mayor Ruebeck..."" - She said before she left the room and closed the door - ""<span style=""font-size: 50%; line-height: 116%;"">Its not like I can't here you from over here too.</span>""<br/><br/>""So what is it, Detective?"" - Inquired the Mayor.<br/><br/>""Its Inspector! INSPECTOR Carl!"" - He said as he closed the windows and released the curtains from the captivity of their tight knots. - ""We have another disappearance! This time, In the toy factory.""<br/><br/>""Who's Playing Hide and Seek again... I mean, gone missing?""<br/><br/>""Lilly Cold, 47. She was last seen working at the end of the assembly line, packaging the final products..."" - Said the inspector as he was handed a bottle of whiskey by the Mayor. The then funneled all the whole glass of alcohol down his throat in the matter of seconds. - ""There is something fishy going in this town.""<br/><br/>""But why the secrecy?"" - Asked the mayor another question.<br/><br/>""BECAUSE the last thing I want is panic. I'm going to need help! We may have a serial killer on our hands in this town! How am I supposed to catch him alone?"" - The Inspector was in bad mood.<br/><br/>""Very well then, I'll make some calls, but I can't promise anything. Would you like some more whiskey?""<br/><br/>""Sure."""
7079,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993,2014-11-30T19:04:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22632560#p22632560"">wrote</a>:</cite>Abraham froze for a second when he saw the tree hit the grass. He paused for a second, looking hopeless and all. ""This tree… is very rare. By cutting it down, you have contributed to the endangerment of its species. I will search for another one of these beauties around here. What company do you work for? How many of you lumberjacks are in this forest?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Its just me sir, Jack Collins... I work for the town of Providence as a forester, But I tell you These trees are cursed! They must be exterminated I tell you! All chopped up and burned!"" - In his fury, He struck his axe at the helpless tree once more. - ""They... They speak to me! They... They drive me crazy! These evil things, They... They Killed my Daughter!!"""
7080,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993,2014-11-30T19:07:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Almighty Bob <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22632410#p22632410"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22632327#p22632327"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><br/>The manor was quiet and dim. The candles weren't lit while The curtains blocked all sunlight. A wide staircase led to the 2nd floor from the entry hall while 2 larger doors led to what seemed to be a ball room and a lounge. It was hard to tell what's upstairs. Shortly after Alexander entered, The doors closed behind him... perhaps due to the drag.<br/></div></blockquote><br/>Alexander jumped slightly when the door slammed, but decided to ignore it for now. He glanced around some of the lower rooms, fumbling around slightly in the darkness until he managed to open some curtains. With the new source of light, he was able to clearly and easily inspect the 1st floor. He decided to look around a bit more before proceeding upstairs, to see if he could find the owner.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>There was something very unsettling in the manor. It was hard to tell what, but it could be felt. In The ball room was a piano, an old one. Just after the curtains opened, The lid fell down emitting a loud noise, as if all keys on the piano were struck all at once. Then Footsteps came from the second floor. Ever louder, Someone... or Something was coming towards Alexander."
7081,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993,2014-11-30T19:26:00,New Abrahammia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22634987#p22634987"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22632560#p22632560"">wrote</a>:</cite>Abraham froze for a second when he saw the tree hit the grass. He paused for a second, looking hopeless and all. ""This tree… is very rare. By cutting it down, you have contributed to the endangerment of its species. I will search for another one of these beauties around here. What company do you work for? How many of you lumberjacks are in this forest?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Its just me sir, Jack Collins... I work for the town of Providence as a forester, But I tell you These trees are cursed! They must be exterminated I tell you! All chopped up and burned!"" - In his fury, He struck his axe at the helpless tree once more. - ""They... They speak to me! They... They drive me crazy! These evil things, They... They Killed my Daughter!!""</div></blockquote><br/>Abraham was sure this guy was a wacko. He didn't call him on that, obviously, but he made a mental note. ""Well, in that case, burn away! You and I can talk more of this over the campfire trees like this can make. Let's just piece apart this tree that you just cut down."" Abraham makes a friendly smile to try to gain the lumberjack's trust."
7082,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993,2014-12-01T02:44:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22635245#p22635245"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22634987#p22634987"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""Its just me sir, Jack Collins... I work for the town of Providence as a forester, But I tell you These trees are cursed! They must be exterminated I tell you! All chopped up and burned!"" - In his fury, He struck his axe at the helpless tree once more. - ""They... They speak to me! They... They drive me crazy! These evil things, They... They Killed my Daughter!!""</div></blockquote><br/>Abraham was sure this guy was a wacko. He didn't call him on that, obviously, but he made a mental note. ""Well, in that case, burn away! You and I can talk more of this over the campfire trees like this can make. Let's just piece apart this tree that you just cut down."" Abraham makes a friendly smile to try to gain the lumberjack's trust.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Yes... It should be chopped up and burned right here, but there is no time for that! There are many more of these left and I must cut them all down!"" - The forester then left in a hurry. He didn't even bother to say goodbye. A few minutes later though, A couple of workers showed up. - ""There is another one, lads!"" - One of them said, pointing at the fallen tree. They were workers from the toy factory, Collecting fallen trees to be used as raw materials..."
7083,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993,2014-12-01T04:05:00,New Abrahammia,"Abraham moves to the toy factory to see if he could do anything about these anti tree heathens. He tells the lumberjack ""farewell"" and ""don't get pregnant"" despite the lumberjack being clearly male. He goes to the front desk of the toy counter and asks to see the manager around these parts."
7084,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993,2014-12-01T04:24:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22638271#p22638271"">wrote</a>:</cite>Abraham moves to the toy factory to see if he could do anything about these anti tree heathens. He tells the lumberjack ""farewell"" and ""don't get pregnant"" despite the lumberjack being clearly male. He goes to the front desk of the toy counter and asks to see the manager around these parts.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Good afternoon."" - Says the receptionist who was also counting toys - ""I'm afraid Mr. Miller is busy at the moment and the factory is temporarily closed. I could get you an appointment perhaps... for tomorrow?"" - Just as she finished her sentence, The Phone suddenly rang. - ""Hallo?... Certainly Mr. Miller!... No, not at all."" - She said into the phone before hanging up. - ""I'll be right back"" - She said while picking up a document, leaving her desk and walking out of the room, Leaving Abraham behind alone."
7085,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993,2014-12-01T04:32:00,New Abrahammia,"Abraham, looking both ways to make sure he was alone, looks for the production line. He goes into the employees only room, hoping to enter a room full of conveyor belts and carts full of toys. Or the managers office. Either way, he wasn't about to wait for the manager to come back."
7086,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993,2014-12-01T07:40:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22638361#p22638361"">wrote</a>:</cite>Abraham, looking both ways to make sure he was alone, looks for the production line. He goes into the employees only room, hoping to enter a room full of conveyor belts and carts full of toys. Or the managers office. Either way, he wasn't about to wait for the manager to come back.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Abraham descended through a staircase, Right into the assembly line of the new Wooden Locomotive toys. The Factory was still and silent. All the workers were gone, they left behind half finished toys. The color of the wood used to make the toys was similar to that of the rare species Abraham wished to study and preserve. There were also some documents lying around on a nearby table and some spare tools in a toolbox next to a ladder, right beneath a factory lamp that was hanging from the ceiling. Finally, At the end of the assembly hall was an elevated office. Its windows allowed those inside to watch over the entire assembly hall. Perhaps it was the manager's office, Perhaps something else."
7087,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993,2014-12-01T10:26:00,New Abrahammia,"Abraham was curious about office. But also wanted to look at the trains. ""Trains ARE pretty cool,""he thought. But no, they were made of the rare tree's wood, so they must be destroyed with dignity. They needed to be burnt. Abraham left the shop and went to the nearest gas station to buy some gasoline. After that, he would return and set the wooden trains on fire. They didn't deserve to be played with."
7088,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993,2014-12-01T11:09:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22640166#p22640166"">wrote</a>:</cite>Abraham was curious about office. But also wanted to look at the trains. ""Trains ARE pretty cool,""he thought. But no, they were made of the rare tree's wood, so they must be destroyed with dignity. They needed to be burnt. Abraham left the shop and went to the nearest gas station to buy some gasoline. After that, he would return and set the wooden trains on fire. They didn't deserve to be played with.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>By the time Abraham got back, Production in the factory resumed. It turned out the workers were on tea break. They were now loading the toys onto train wagons... and the wagons were pulled by the same locomotive that brought Abraham to Providence. Noone seemed to notice Abraham, Not even the receptionist who was busy hurling around some blueprints. In the Assembly hall, The documents were still lying on the big table, the toolbox and the ladder were still beneath the factory lamp..."
7089,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993,2014-12-01T12:35:00,New Abrahammia,"Because the workers seemed to ignore him, he decided to ignore them. Abraham removed 2 sticks from a wooden train, doused the rest of the wood with the gasoline, rubbed the sticks together to make fire, and set fire to the wood pile. He then put up his dukes, waiting to have to fight off people that were enraged by this action."
7090,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993,2014-12-01T19:14:00,The Almighty Bob,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22635032#p22635032"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Almighty Bob <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22632410#p22632410"">wrote</a>:</cite>Alexander jumped slightly when the door slammed, but decided to ignore it for now. He glanced around some of the lower rooms, fumbling around slightly in the darkness until he managed to open some curtains. With the new source of light, he was able to clearly and easily inspect the 1st floor. He decided to look around a bit more before proceeding upstairs, to see if he could find the owner.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>There was something very unsettling in the manor. It was hard to tell what, but it could be felt. In The ball room was a piano, an old one. Just after the curtains opened, The lid fell down emitting a loud noise, as if all keys on the piano were struck all at once. Then Footsteps came from the second floor. Ever louder, Someone... or Something was coming towards Alexander.</div></blockquote><br/>Alexander quickly straightened his tie and calmed himself down. He was going to need a pretty good explanation for his presence here. He hurried over to the staircase where he could hear the footsteps and said ""Hello, sir. You may be wondering why I am in your home. Well, you see-"" Then he stopped very abruptly."
7091,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993,2014-12-02T05:40:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22641061#p22641061"">wrote</a>:</cite>Because the workers seemed to ignore him, he decided to ignore them. Abraham removed 2 sticks from a wooden train, doused the rest of the wood with the gasoline, rubbed the sticks together to make fire, and set fire to the wood pile. He then put up his dukes, waiting to have to fight off people that were enraged by this action.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""What the hell are you doing? Stop that now!"" - Screamed on Worker, but it was too late to stop Abraham. The fire quickly spread to a nearby desk where the trains were painted using chemical dye. The flasks on the table exploded colorfully as the flames engulfed them and the resulting sparks set the other painting desks on fire. The factory staff scrambled to stop the fire and evacuate flammable material from near the burning section of the assembly hall, They didn't have much time to fight the pyromaniac who set their workplace on fire..."
7092,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993,2014-12-02T05:55:00,New Abrahammia,"After realizing that what he's done may have been a tad bit illegal, he pulled up his shirt to cover his mouth and nose. He did this to not breath in CO2, but more so because he didn't want others to see his face. Abraham ran out the door with one hand extended in case he runs into a wall or person. His other hand held the container of gasoline, which he held onto on the way out. There, he would decide how he was to dispose of it."
7093,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=25,2014-12-02T06:11:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Almighty Bob <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22645944#p22645944"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22635032#p22635032"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>There was something very unsettling in the manor. It was hard to tell what, but it could be felt. In The ball room was a piano, an old one. Just after the curtains opened, The lid fell down emitting a loud noise, as if all keys on the piano were struck all at once. Then Footsteps came from the second floor. Ever louder, Someone... or Something was coming towards Alexander.</div></blockquote><br/>Alexander quickly straightened his tie and calmed himself down. He was going to need a pretty good explanation for his presence here. He hurried over to the staircase where he could hear the footsteps and said ""Hello, sir. You may be wondering why I am in your home. Well, you see-"" Then he stopped very abruptly.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>A Small, Fluffy white dog came down from the staircase. She barked loudly with a blood-soaked mouth... Never has she been called a sir In her lifetime, but that was probably not what upset her.<br/><br/>""What is it, Puddle?"" - Said a voice from upstairs. No footsteps could be heard as A tall Man in dark robes appeared from behind a doorway and descended through the staircase. His movement seemed very unnatural, his face was pale. - ""Good afternoon, sir! I'm terribly sorry for the... Shut up Puddle!"" - The dog was hard to silence. Instead of obeying his master's orders, she continued to bark for a little while and then almost chewed on Alexander's shoes if it wasn't for the tall man's quick reaction. He grabbed his animal and packed her underneath his robes. The dog then turned silent. - ""Welcome, dear... Guest, please, Allow me to introduce myself! I'm Baron Arnould."" - He offered his hand to Alexander - ""I'm terribly sorrhy for the terrhible ospitality shown so far. I wasn't aware you would come... onestly, I wasn't expecting anyone to visit me anytime soon, but don't take that wrongly. I'm glad you came. It can get so lonely up ere, All alone..."""
7094,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=25,2014-12-02T06:21:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22649273#p22649273"">wrote</a>:</cite>After realizing that what he's done may have been a tad bit illegal, he pulled up his shirt to cover his mouth and nose. He did this to not breath in CO2, but more so because he didn't want others to see his face. Abraham ran out the door with one hand extended in case he runs into a wall or person. His other hand held the container of gasoline, which he held onto on the way out. There, he would decide how he was to dispose of it.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Abraham had little trouble escaping from the scene of his crime. In the chaos he left behind, no one could keep track of him. As he left the compound, Loud explosions shook the ground and huge flames erupted from the factory. A lone Fire engine packed with men in yellow coats sped through the streets of providence to help the workers put out the fire. Its loud sirens made caught the attention of the locals who left the comfort of their homes to watch in horror as their beloved Toy Factory burns..."
7095,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=25,2014-12-02T10:43:00,New Abrahammia,"After running away from the scene of the crime, he headed to The Grey Manor, where he would find a bed and rest until he is awoken by the owner of the house. On the way there, he tosses the gasoline container into some shrubbery when he is out of sight."
7096,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=25,2014-12-02T10:46:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22651403#p22651403"">wrote</a>:</cite>After running away from the scene of the crime, he headed to The Grey Manor, where he would find a bed and rest until he is awoken by the owner of the house. On the way there, he tosses the gasoline container into some shrubbery when he is out of sight.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>When Abraham got to the Manor, he could see 2 person inside through a window that wasn't blocked by curtains. They were both men, one of them taller then the other. There was also a dog, but then the dog somehow disappeared behind the tall man's clothes..."
7097,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=25,2014-12-02T13:27:00,New Abrahammia,"Abraham still needed food and to sleep. Because Abraham could see what looked like thug selling another thug a dog, he had an idea to knock on the door and say ""trick or treat!"" It wasn't anywhere near Halloween and Abraham wasn't wearing a costume, but maybe they were stupid and would give him candy. If they did, Abraham would eat the candy and sleep on the doormat."
7098,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=25,2014-12-02T14:55:00,Pandeeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22634400#p22634400"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pandeeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22633480#p22633480"">wrote</a>:</cite>Evan Brenzwel got off the trained hastily, not paying so much as a small comment to another traveler as he darted his eyes to grasp the view. The city was inadequate, pathetic, and overgrown. As Evan disappointingly trudged into the murky streets and poorly done side walks, we glanced at the buildings left and right. Some where homes, others were businesses, however all of them didn't impress nor catch Evan's eye. The entire town, while not exactly dirty or unbearable, was certainly not a very well-done town. Regardless, Evan heard this town needed some employment and as a doctor, he decided to stop by his shop, speak to the whoever was selling it to him, and set up his supplies. He also knew that there was no need to stir up a fuss by insulting this small town. Evan was quite socially aware, to be said, and due to his fascination in both Biology and Psychology taught him just how others would react to have their home be insulted. He didn't like the town, but he would stay quiet about it and when necessary, compliment it. <br/><br/>One thing he didn't like as soon as he got here was the air. It wasn't ecaxtly cold, but it wasn't warm either. It didn't feel warm nor welcoming, it felt like the air of a hospital. Warm, yet ominous and deranged. He shivered slightly as a light gust of wind brushed past him, through along leafs and trash with him. Evan always preferred the warm months of the Summer anyways. <br/><br/>He kept moving, hoping at least the locals would be more interesting to speak too then the passengers.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Interestingly enough, The town's doctor was... not a man. HER shop was what Evan ended up visiting. A Woman doctor at the time was a rare sight, Especially as they were rarely granted place in medical school... but It seems the suffrage movement had some effect after all. The waiting room was empty and Evan was quickly granted entry by Doctor Nelly, who was charming and seemed friendly, at first glance. She quickly recognized the college in Evan and turned euphoric - ""Have youever dreamedofworking asa DOCTOR in suchanice quint town, Mr. BRENZWEL? Well I DIDN'T! This isthemost BORING place on EARTH andthecasesI get HERE lately... a nightMARE. I WOULD beveryhappy if someone TOOK OVER hereandIcould leavebuttheMAYOR won't allowme toendmyCONTRACT until thereisaREPLACEMENT... andwho would wishto practicein SUCHa place?!?"" - She said. The way she spoke didn't really make sense to Evan. Her words weren't separated from one another and her tone went from quiet to loud back to quiet and so on for no reason what so ever. She also moved about the room and rarely looked at Evan. Silly character.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Evan grew uncomfortable, but consciously strived to hide his discomfort. She probably has a disease, a neurological disorder, almost certainty born with it.<br/><br/>Though Evan already began to bitterly dislike this town. After the initial shock of how the women talked and how she acted, coupled with the dry coldness that this small town possessed, dead silent passengers, this town honestly seemed pretty bad, if not down right awful. However, Evan had a goal that he needed to complete and for that to happen, he needed this place to set up his equipment and such.<br/><br/>A bit stumbled by how she essentially brought up so much at once, Evan simply decided to ignore all the small talk and simply get down to it. ""Um, very well. It's very nice to meet you. Now, will I need to speak to Mayor, or fill out any final documentation before this pace is<span style=""font-style: italic"">officially</span>, Evan put emphasis on the word Officially ""mine?""<br/><br/>As Evan brought up replacing her, he just realized that she said the mayor wouldn't let her leave until her contract was complete. He made a mental note to pay special attention to the fine print and any legal complications this could bring up."
7099,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=25,2014-12-02T15:10:00,The Almighty Bob,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22649369#p22649369"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Almighty Bob <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22645944#p22645944"">wrote</a>:</cite>Alexander quickly straightened his tie and calmed himself down. He was going to need a pretty good explanation for his presence here. He hurried over to the staircase where he could hear the footsteps and said ""Hello, sir. You may be wondering why I am in your home. Well, you see-"" Then he stopped very abruptly.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>A Small, Fluffy white dog came down from the staircase. She barked loudly with a blood-soaked mouth... Never has she been called a sir In her lifetime, but that was probably not what upset her. <br/><br/>""What is it, Puddle?"" - Said a voice from upstairs. No footsteps could be heard as A tall Man in dark robes appeared from behind a doorway and descended through the staircase. His movement seemed very unnatural, his face was pale. - ""Good afternoon, sir! I'm terribly sorry for the... Shut up Puddle!"" - The dog was hard to silence. Instead of obeying his master's orders, she continued to bark for a little while and then almost chewed on Alexander's shoes if it wasn't for the tall man's quick reaction. He grabbed his animal and packed her underneath his robes. The dog then turned silent. - ""Welcome, dear... Guest, please, Allow me to introduce myself! I'm Baron Arnould."" - He offered his hand to Alexander - ""I'm terribly sorrhy for the terrhible ospitality shown so far. I wasn't aware you would come... onestly, I wasn't expecting anyone to visit me anytime soon, but don't take that wrongly. I'm glad you came. It can get so lonely up ere, All alone...""</div></blockquote><br/>Alexander relaxed visibly and said ""Hello. I take it you are the owner of this beautiful home? I'm new in town and was hoping to ask you some questions about local entertainment and the like. Of course, if I'm disturbing you at all, I can always leave."" He decided to pretend not to notice the fact that the dog's mouth was covered in blood and that it had apparently disappeared. Then he said ""Oh, I haven't even introduced myself yet. My name is Alexander."" He offered his hand to the man in the robes."
7100,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=25,2014-12-02T16:09:00,New Jordslag,"Terrance eventually got off the Train, totally Drunk as always. He staggered, unable to form coherent thoughts, before puking on the ground next to him. ""Heh, may have had 20 too many beers."" He said, chuckling. With that, he paid no attention to the strange looks townsfolk gave this staggering, red-faced man, who proceeded to knock the Bar doors wide open. ""Hey, Bartender, gimme a cheap beer."" He said, staggering inside."
7101,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=25,2014-12-03T02:12:00,Harkback Union,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Sorry for short post, Got long, detailed one but then it disappeared and now I'm too pissed off to make a proper post</div></div></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Manor</span><br/>The Baron shakes hands with Alexander and assures him that he is welcome in the manor. He then rushes to the door to welcome his most recent guest. He is shocked to find a grown man there who smells of smoke and gasoline. Abraham is invited inside for a brandy as the manor is out of candy. On a counter, Abraham finds another train toy made of the rare<span style=""font-style: italic"">Abrahamius est coolius</span>and then a mysterious voice says to him:<span style=""font-style: italic"">""You Murderer!!""</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Doctor's office</span>and<span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Town hall</span><br/>Doctor Nelly informs Evan that the mayor's assistant handles all the paperwork, they then leave for the Town hall (or at least I assume Evan goes along with Nelly) to speak with Tracy who hands them over a contract that's only missing a name and a signature. It offers a 3 year job with decent salary and free accommodation in the hotel rouge, though If Evan breaks the contract and leaves town, he will be sued for a lot of money. Meanwhile, the Mayor and the inspector drink all of Ludwig's whiskey. The Mayor falls asleep while the inspector remains completely sober.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Captain's Inn</span><br/>A strange drunk man enters the loud Inn and orders cheap beer. The bartender and the fisherman inside turn silent, their eyes all focused on Terrance... - ""We don't serve beer here, I'm afraid."" - Finally says the bartender, - ""We do have some Icewine and Cider if you are interested though."""
7102,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=25,2014-12-03T05:44:00,New Abrahammia,"Abraham seemed surprised to be called a murderer. Abraham said ""No, I didn't kill any- well actually that place did explode, but no, you see-"" Abraham sighed. Are you going to call the cops? And I saw a thug selling another thug a dog through your window. You might want to check that out."" Abraham listened closely for either an answer or police sirens."
7103,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=25,2014-12-03T06:12:00,New Jordslag,"Terrance laughs. ""What kind of Inn is this? Back in Ireland, all Inns and Bars had Beer all day and night! Ah, 'ta hell with it all! Gimme some Cider!"" He staggered up to the counter, looking for a seat for him."
7104,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=25,2014-12-03T06:40:00,Harkback Union,"AT THE INN<br/>""Irish?"" - Said one surprised fisherman... ""You are Irish? Well why didn't you say so before?"" - Said the bartender with thick Irish accent. The crowd inside the inn cheered. Musicians popped out of nowhere and begun playing music - ""Of course we have Irish beer, just not for these Englishman!"" - Said the innkeeper, now in a much more friendly tone. Terrance was handed free beer and was asked many questions. Where is he from? What business he has in Providence? How long will he stay? Everyone wanted to know...<br/><br/>AT THE MANOR<br/>""What are you talking about, dear guest? I haven't accused you of anything. As for the thugs trading dogs, I can assure you no such thing has happened in my manor."" - The baron was somewhat upset by the stranger's comments. Was he and his other guest Alexander really mistaken for a thug or was that an insult? He couldn't decide.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""You killed my brothers!""</span>- Said the voice again"
7105,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=25,2014-12-03T07:53:00,New Abrahammia,"Abraham looked a little creeped out, but digressed from the haunted stuff. ""Can I have some food a place to sleep? I've had a long day. Also, I need to take a shower, as I smell of gasoline for no particular reason. And don't worry! There's no reason to be suspicious of me, a normal law abiding citizen."" Abraham eagerly awaited a response."
7106,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=25,2014-12-03T08:30:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22661329#p22661329"">wrote</a>:</cite>Abraham looked a little creeped out, but digressed from the haunted stuff. ""Can I have some food a place to sleep? I've had a long day. Also, I need to take a shower, as I smell of gasoline for no particular reason. And don't worry! There's no reason to be suspicious of me, a normal law abiding citizen."" Abraham eagerly awaited a response.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Of course, Visitors are always welcome to my manor. Allow me to show you to the guest rooms"" - The baron said as he walked up the staircase. - ""Come!""<br/><br/>Upstairs was a beautiful interior garden covered by skylights. There was also a large aquarium filled with exotic fish and an old harp. Across the garden was an antique library and 3 Guest rooms. A red, a green and a purple room... The baron left it to his visitors to choose..."
7107,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=25,2014-12-03T09:12:00,New Abrahammia,"Abraham chose the green room, as it reminded him of the pretty trees. Abraham was worried of the ghosts that could be in the room, but he decided to that he's slept in less comfortable places and laid in bed, trying to sleep. He paid little attention to the pretty accessories, as it was unimportant to him. Abraham closed his eyes and smiled about what he had done to that dastardly toy factory."
7108,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=25,2014-12-03T09:16:00,Harkback Union,"Darkness enshrouds Providence as the town hall's antique clock strikes 7 o clock. The Hotel Rouge in the center of town provides cheap and comfortable accommodation with delicious dinners. The smell of Apple pie fills the air as Mr Maple, the owner of the hotel begins cooking dinner. Meanwhile at the Captain's inn, The Fisherman Drink their fill, talk in Irish with Terrance and loudly argue over who was the one to catch the biggest fish today..."
7109,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=25,2014-12-03T14:41:00,New Jordslag,"Terrance laughed and gulped down his free beer. ""'Ta 'ell with all the Englishmen! The Irish People will always be free at heart!"" He tried to answer questions left and right, though some he couldn't answer due to his drinking fogging up his mind. ""I'm a immigrant 'ta 'ere in America, and I'm in the Army. Off-Duty right now. I'm a Corporal, and I thought I might check this random town out, for no more reason then the new experience. By the way, brothers, I heard there was a giant manor in this here town. Any bloody idea who it belongs to? Big mansions aren't a everyday sight in small towns, am I right?"" He finished his beer and set it down, staring at the other Irishmen with Eyes clouded with Drunkness."
7110,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=25,2014-12-03T15:04:00,The Almighty Bob,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22661503#p22661503"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22661329#p22661329"">wrote</a>:</cite>Abraham looked a little creeped out, but digressed from the haunted stuff. ""Can I have some food a place to sleep? I've had a long day. Also, I need to take a shower, as I smell of gasoline for no particular reason. And don't worry! There's no reason to be suspicious of me, a normal law abiding citizen."" Abraham eagerly awaited a response.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Of course, Visitors are always welcome to my manor. Allow me to show you to the guest rooms"" - The baron said as he walked up the staircase. - ""Come!"" <br/><br/>Upstairs was a beautiful interior garden covered by skylights. There was also a large aquarium filled with exotic fish and an old harp. Across the garden was an antique library and 3 Guest rooms. A red, a green and a purple room... The baron left it to his visitors to choose...</div></blockquote><br/>Alexander entered the purple room, as it was his favorite color. ""Thank you for-"" he started, but his host was already gone. He shrugged and began to write in his journal."
7111,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=25,2014-12-04T01:37:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Jordslag <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22664347#p22664347"">wrote</a>:</cite>Terrance laughed and gulped down his free beer. ""'Ta 'ell with all the Englishmen! The Irish People will always be free at heart!"" He tried to answer questions left and right, though some he couldn't answer due to his drinking fogging up his mind. ""I'm a immigrant 'ta 'ere in America, and I'm in the Army. Off-Duty right now. I'm a Corporal, and I thought I might check this random town out, for no more reason then the new experience. By the way, brothers, I heard there was a giant manor in this here town. Any bloody idea who it belongs to? Big mansions aren't a everyday sight in small towns, am I right?"" He finished his beer and set it down, staring at the other Irishmen with Eyes clouded with Drunkness.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The music stopped and Silence reigned in the Inn once more after Terrance mentioned the manor. - ""Some rich folk moved in there a few years ago. He never leaves his home... we don't care about him."" - Said the bartender.<br/><br/>""It'aint safe to go there"" - Said an old fisherman from a dark corner. - ""That manor is cursed!"" - Everyone nodded. - ""Its haunted by Vampires!""<br/><br/>""Maybe the baron himself is a Vampire!"" - Suggested a man with a pipe in his mouth.<br/><br/>""Enough of this nonsense! Lets just drink!"" - The Innkeeper argued. The Music soon resumed and beer flew again.<br/><br/>It wasn't long though before everyone was dead drunk. They left the Inn and flooded the streets of Providence as they tried their best to find their homes. Terrance was left alone in the Inn with the Innkeeper."
7112,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=25,2014-12-04T02:11:00,Harkback Union,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Purple Room, Manor</span><br/>While Alexander was Writing the Diary, he could hear strange sounds coming from the other guest room... then soon he could also hear strange sounds coming from the guest room's balcony, which was shrouded by a purple curtain and a glass door.<br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Dreamland, Abraham's mind.</span><br/><br/>The toy trains scream in agony as they burn to crisps inside the factory -<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Aaaaarrrgh... You will pay, You will pay for this Abraham Floda!"" </span>- The landscape slowly turns into a surreal forests.<br/><br/>Then the Forester comes out of nowhere... He does his best to plug his ears with his hands - ""There is nowhere to hide, They are everywhere!"" - He says as he collapses on the ground. Dozens of toy trains gather around Abraham and the forester. - ""Kill him, Kill him and we'll leave you alone forever!"" - They whisper. The forester mumbles and stares at the ground... suddenly, he picks up his Axe and charges at Abraham! - ""Yes! Die! DIE!"" - The Toy trains chant while they spin and jump around in happiness."
7113,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=25,2014-12-04T07:02:00,New Abrahammia,"Abraham began rolling in the bed, speaking to the trains. ""No, I was trying to save you. Don't kill me. That would be… treason."" Abraham then rolls around on the bed more and eventually falls off. Once he hits the floor, Abraham doesn't wake up, but instead he gets hit by a train in his dream. He says to the train that hit him ""What if you and two other train form a singing group instead of fight me? You could call it a tree-o!"""
7114,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=25,2014-12-04T14:20:00,The Almighty Bob,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22671457#p22671457"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Purple Room, Manor</span><br/>While Alexander was Writing the Diary, he could hear strange sounds coming from the other guest room... then soon he could also hear strange sounds coming from the guest room's balcony, which was shrouded by a purple curtain and a glass door.<br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Dreamland, Abraham's mind.</span><br/><br/>The toy trains scream in agony as they burn to crisps inside the factory - <span style=""font-style: italic"">""Aaaaarrrgh... You will pay, You will pay for this Abraham Floda!"" </span> - The landscape slowly turns into a surreal forests.<br/><br/>Then the Forester comes out of nowhere... He does his best to plug his ears with his hands - ""There is nowhere to hide, They are everywhere!"" - He says as he collapses on the ground. Dozens of toy trains gather around Abraham and the forester. - ""Kill him, Kill him and we'll leave you alone forever!"" - They whisper. The forester mumbles and stares at the ground... suddenly, he picks up his Axe and charges at Abraham! - ""Yes! Die! DIE!"" - The Toy trains chant while they spin and jump around in happiness.</div></blockquote><br/>Alexander's head jerked up sharply. He was absolutely certain he had heard something from the other room, possibly where his fellow guest was staying. He went out onto his own balcony in an attempt to see inside the room."
7115,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=25,2014-12-04T14:48:00,New Abrahammia,"Abraham awoken from his dream in a daze. He stumbled out the door, tripping on the blanket. He walks into the other 2 rooms that he did not choose. First he enters the red room and sees nothing of interest. He then wanders into the purple room and sees a bit of another person in the balcony. He looked rich. Abraham walked closely to him, smiling. He then says to the man ""Hello, sir. I need money. Could you give me money out of the kindness of your heart?"""
7116,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=25,2014-12-04T16:23:00,The Almighty Bob,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22676878#p22676878"">wrote</a>:</cite>Abraham awoken from his dream in a daze. He stumbled out the door, tripping on the blanket. He walks into the other 2 rooms that he did not choose. First he enters the red room and sees nothing of interest. He then wanders into the purple room and sees a bit of another person in the balcony. He looked rich. Abraham walked closely to him, smiling. He then says to the man ""Hello, sir. I need money. Could you give me money out of the kindness of your heart?""</div></blockquote><br/>Alexander raised his eyebrows. ""Depends. What do you need it for?"" He assumed that since the yelling and thumping had stopped, this was the man from the other room. ""I ask merely because I don't donate to religious organizations or 'distant relatives.'"""
7117,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=25,2014-12-04T16:29:00,New Abrahammia,"""No, I am neither of those. I am just a man that needs money. I need the money to buy the land that the toy factory was once on and some Abrahamius est Coolius seeds. I'll grow the trees there to study them. I will also buy pot. And booze."" Abraham said confidently to Alexander."
7118,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=50,2014-12-04T17:08:00,The Almighty Bob,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22678386#p22678386"">wrote</a>:</cite>""No, I am neither of those. I am just a man that needs money. I need the money to buy the land that the toy factory was once on and some Abrahamius est Coolius seeds. I'll grow the trees there to study them. I will also buy pot. And booze."" Abraham said confidently to Alexander.</div></blockquote><br/>""Pot? No, wait. Nevermind. I don't want to know. What is the Abrahamius est Coolius? It sounds...exotic.""<span style=""font-style: italic"">It sounds stupid.</span>Wait a second, what do you mean<span style=""font-style: italic"">was</span>on? It was there when I got in on the train."""
7119,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=50,2014-12-04T17:26:00,New Abrahammia,"""Long story short, it exploded. Don't question how, just know that it did, and now I need money. Abrahamius est coolius is a rare tree. Can I have money now? Money would be great for me now. "" Abraham smiles at Alexander, thinking that he'd give Abraham money."
7120,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=50,2014-12-04T19:58:00,The Almighty Bob,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22679143#p22679143"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Long story short, it exploded. Don't question how, just know that it did, and now I need money. Abrahamius est coolius is a rare tree. Can I have money now? Money would be great for me now. "" Abraham smiles at Alexander, thinking that he'd give Abraham money.</div></blockquote><br/>""I don't think that would be a wise choice for me right now. I'm guessing that you blew up the factory, because otherwise you'd just tell me how. They were probably using the tree for toy material or something. Which makes you a crazy person. Please get out of my room."" He prepared himself for the man to lash out at him."
7121,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=50,2014-12-04T20:12:00,New Abrahammia,"Though the man seemed intimidating, Abraham was still enraged that he denied him money and blatantly insulted him. Abraham wishes he could just punch him, but he is told that he cannot do so yet by the voices in his head. Instead, Abraham exits the balcony, locking Alexander out. Abraham then went back to the green room to cry about it. Abraham planned to make him get got, not for his money, but because of the insults to him and his tree. Abraham then goes to the inn, where all the angry drunks hung out to gather support against him. Abraham could this rich man's face.<br/><br/>At the inn, Abraham sees Terrance, who seemed like he could fight. Abraham sits beside him and says ""I need your help. See there's this guy that needs to be beat up, but I need help to do so."" Abraham looks serious and stares at Terrance."
7122,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=50,2014-12-05T01:45:00,Harkback Union,"While locked out on the balcony, Alexander could feel that he is not alone. there was something else... something sinister in the background. Suddenly, the doors to the balcony were mysteriously opened..."
7123,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=50,2014-12-05T14:10:00,The Almighty Bob,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22683335#p22683335"">wrote</a>:</cite>While locked out on the balcony, Alexander could feel that he is not alone. there was something else... something sinister in the background. Suddenly, the doors to the balcony were mysteriously opened...</div></blockquote><br/>Alexander very abruptly had more pressing things to worry about than the crazy who had just left his room. He noticed the opened balcony doors and said ""Hello? Is somebody out there?"" He moved towards the balcony, slowly, and peered out."
7124,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=50,2014-12-05T14:18:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Almighty Bob <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22687755#p22687755"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22683335#p22683335"">wrote</a>:</cite>While locked out on the balcony, Alexander could feel that he is not alone. there was something else... something sinister in the background. Suddenly, the doors to the balcony were mysteriously opened...</div></blockquote><br/>Alexander very abruptly had more pressing things to worry about than the crazy who had just left his room. He noticed the opened balcony doors and said ""Hello? Is somebody out there?"" He moved towards the balcony, slowly, and peered out.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>On the marble balcony, the reflection of a young woman appears. She has long, white hair and is wearing white clothes - ""Come closer!"" - She whispers - ""I have something to show you!"""
7125,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=50,2014-12-05T14:42:00,The Almighty Bob,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22687832#p22687832"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Almighty Bob <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22687755#p22687755"">wrote</a>:</cite>Alexander very abruptly had more pressing things to worry about than the crazy who had just left his room. He noticed the opened balcony doors and said ""Hello? Is somebody out there?"" He moved towards the balcony, slowly, and peered out.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>On the marble balcony, the reflection of a young woman appears. She has long, white hair and is wearing white clothes - ""Come closer!"" - She whispers - ""I have something to show you!""</div></blockquote><br/>""Who are you? Why are you on my balcony?"" Alexander eyed the woman warily."
7126,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=50,2014-12-05T14:52:00,Pandeeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22660015#p22660015"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Doctor's office</span> and <span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Town hall</span><br/>Doctor Nelly informs Evan that the mayor's assistant handles all the paperwork, they then leave for the Town hall (or at least I assume Evan goes along with Nelly) to speak with Tracy who hands them over a contract that's only missing a name and a signature. It offers a 3 year job with decent salary and free accommodation in the hotel rouge, though If Evan breaks the contract and leaves town, he will be sued for a lot of money. Meanwhile, the Mayor and the inspector drink all of Ludwig's whiskey. The Mayor falls asleep while the inspector remains completely sober.<br/></div></blockquote><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Sorry if this messes up the timeline. Hopefully I can get back on track after this.</div></div></div><br/><br/>Evan Brenzwel reluctantly agreed to go and sign the papers.<br/><br/>Though this town gave him the creeps. The way he'll be stuck in a contract with the mayor, the silent passengers, the disordered doctor, and now that it is quite dark out. Evan, while Nelly turned her back, gently patted his concealed combat knife.<br/><br/>As a rule of personal self-defence and as a mild tone of paranoia, Evan almost always carried around a concealed combat knife. While Evan was rather tall, his physical strength, especially in the event of a fight, would prove quite inadequate. Although he naturally makes up for his weakness through smarts and cunning, he carries around the knife incase something does happen. Though the knife is fully a last resort.<br/><br/>Still having his coat on, Evan and Nelly left to see Tracey."
7127,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=50,2014-12-05T19:07:00,New Abrahammia,"As Abraham sat beside Terrance, Abraham said ""To Abra-hell with this, I'll do it myself."" Abraham went back to the manor in a hurry, only stopping to ordera 2 by 4 on the way there. Abraham then moved swiftly to the Grey Manor with hatred in his eyes and a 2 by 4 in his hand."
7128,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=50,2014-12-06T01:45:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pandeeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22688080#p22688080"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22660015#p22660015"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Doctor's office</span> and <span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Town hall</span><br/>Doctor Nelly informs Evan that the mayor's assistant handles all the paperwork, they then leave for the Town hall (or at least I assume Evan goes along with Nelly) to speak with Tracy who hands them over a contract that's only missing a name and a signature. It offers a 3 year job with decent salary and free accommodation in the hotel rouge, though If Evan breaks the contract and leaves town, he will be sued for a lot of money. Meanwhile, the Mayor and the inspector drink all of Ludwig's whiskey. The Mayor falls asleep while the inspector remains completely sober.<br/></div></blockquote><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Sorry if this messes up the timeline. Hopefully I can get back on track after this.</div></div></div><br/><br/>Evan Brenzwel reluctantly agreed to go and sign the papers. <br/><br/>Though this town gave him the creeps. The way he'll be stuck in a contract with the mayor, the silent passengers, the disordered doctor, and now that it is quite dark out. Evan, while Nelly turned her back, gently patted his concealed combat knife. <br/><br/>As a rule of personal self-defence and as a mild tone of paranoia, Evan almost always carried around a concealed combat knife. While Evan was rather tall, his physical strength, especially in the event of a fight, would prove quite inadequate. Although he naturally makes up for his weakness through smarts and cunning, he carries around the knife incase something does happen. Though the knife is fully a last resort. <br/><br/>Still having his coat on, Evan and Nelly left to see Tracey.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Just as scribes his name on the contract, Inspector Carl storms out of the mayor's office. - ""Ah, Doctor Nelly, You need to come with me! Quick, the factory is on fire!""<br/><br/>""I don't think so"" - She says while pointing at evan - ""He is the new doctor in providence now.""<br/><br/>""All right, then you follow me. We must get to the factory as soon as possible!""<br/><br/>Carl drags Evan with him to his car and they rush to the factory. By the time they arrive, the whole assembly hall is on fire.<br/><br/>""Did everyone make it out?"" - Carl asks from the foreman. Meanwhile, A fire engine arrives and firefighters start helping out the workers in fighting the flames.<br/><br/>""I reckon."" - He says - ""Ours made it out alive with a few scratches, but I Can't tell for sure if the lunatic who set everything on fire did.""<br/><br/>""What? Was this Arson?"" - Inquires the Inspector.<br/><br/>""Yes... some outta town folk storms into the factory with a can of gasoline, pours it all over the place and lits a fire. Good thing most of the workers were busy outside, packing our latest shipment of toys. These things sell so well we'll be able to get back into business in no time!""<br/><br/>The inspector walks back into his car, takes his notebook from the back seat and writes some stuff in it. He then goes around, asking some questions. Evan is left alone. The factory's offices are safe from the fire and he could also walk back to providence.."
7129,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=50,2014-12-06T08:55:00,New Abrahammia,"Abraham returned to the Grey Manor, 2 by 4 in hand. He began looking for Alexander on the 2nd floor. Abraham saw the balcony doors open, so he knows that he had found a way out. He begins walking upstairs, walking Jason Voorhees speed (about 2 miles per hour). Abraham says ""Come out, come out, wherever you are."""
7130,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=50,2014-12-06T09:00:00,The Almighty Bob,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22695413#p22695413"">wrote</a>:</cite>Abraham returned to the Grey Manor, 2 by 4 in hand. He began looking for Alexander on the 2nd floor. Abraham saw the balcony doors open, so he knows that he had found a way out. He begins walking upstairs, walking Jason Voorhees speed (about 2 miles per hour). Abraham says ""Come out, come out, wherever you are.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Well, it seems that your strange mystery has been trumped by the complete maniac chasing me with-"" Alexander paused to peek through the door of his room. ""A two-by-four. Could you maybe do something about that, because if he doesn't go away you won't be able to do your weird ghost-y thing at me. Sound like a plan?"" Alexander reflected on how quickly things had escalated in this town, considering he had only arrived here less than 12 hours ago."
7131,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=50,2014-12-06T09:05:00,Pandeeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22693527#p22693527"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pandeeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22688080#p22688080"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Sorry if this messes up the timeline. Hopefully I can get back on track after this.</div></div></div><br/><br/>Evan Brenzwel reluctantly agreed to go and sign the papers. <br/><br/>Though this town gave him the creeps. The way he'll be stuck in a contract with the mayor, the silent passengers, the disordered doctor, and now that it is quite dark out. Evan, while Nelly turned her back, gently patted his concealed combat knife. <br/><br/>As a rule of personal self-defence and as a mild tone of paranoia, Evan almost always carried around a concealed combat knife. While Evan was rather tall, his physical strength, especially in the event of a fight, would prove quite inadequate. Although he naturally makes up for his weakness through smarts and cunning, he carries around the knife incase something does happen. Though the knife is fully a last resort. <br/><br/>Still having his coat on, Evan and Nelly left to see Tracey.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Just as scribes his name on the contract, Inspector Carl storms out of the mayor's office. - ""Ah, Doctor Nelly, You need to come with me! Quick, the factory is on fire!""<br/><br/>""I don't think so"" - She says while pointing at evan - ""He is the new doctor in providence now.""<br/><br/>""All right, then you follow me. We must get to the factory as soon as possible!"" <br/><br/>Carl drags Evan with him to his car and they rush to the factory. By the time they arrive, the whole assembly hall is on fire. <br/><br/>""Did everyone make it out?"" - Carl asks from the foreman. Meanwhile, A fire engine arrives and firefighters start helping out the workers in fighting the flames.<br/><br/>""I reckon."" - He says - ""Ours made it out alive with a few scratches, but I Can't tell for sure if the lunatic who set everything on fire did.""<br/><br/>""What? Was this Arson?"" - Inquires the Inspector.<br/><br/>""Yes... some outta town folk storms into the factory with a can of gasoline, pours it all over the place and lits a fire. Good thing most of the workers were busy outside, packing our latest shipment of toys. These things sell so well we'll be able to get back into business in no time!""<br/><br/>The inspector walks back into his car, takes his notebook from the back seat and writes some stuff in it. He then goes around, asking some questions. Evan is left alone. The factory's offices are safe from the fire and he could also walk back to providence..</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Hmm... maybe now I can learn what the fuck is going on"" Evan mumbled to himself, half jokingly but half serious.<br/><br/>""Hello?"" He called out, just loud enough to see if anyone was around, but not loud enough to draw attention to anyone further out. Evan then entered the offices, one at a time. Hopefully with this he could find out what was messing with this small town, or perhaps even find out if this factory suffered attacks from arsonists, perhaps the company had a personally rivalry or something. Regardless, Evan let his human curiosity get the best of human, and he began to rummage through paper files and cabinets that were unlocked. Each one he quickly scanned over for any important information, hoping to find something."
7132,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=50,2014-12-06T19:19:00,New Abrahammia,"Abraham says ""I heard that, buddy! Abraham knows all!"" Abraham walks down the hall towards Alexander's room, moving Jason Voorhees speed. At the door, Abraham performs a front kick on the door, trying to open it. If that fails, Abraham attempts to open the door with the doorknob."
7133,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=50,2014-12-08T03:18:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pandeeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22695492#p22695492"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22693527#p22693527"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Just as scribes his name on the contract, Inspector Carl storms out of the mayor's office. - ""Ah, Doctor Nelly, You need to come with me! Quick, the factory is on fire!""<br/><br/>""I don't think so"" - She says while pointing at evan - ""He is the new doctor in providence now.""<br/><br/>""All right, then you follow me. We must get to the factory as soon as possible!"" <br/><br/>Carl drags Evan with him to his car and they rush to the factory. By the time they arrive, the whole assembly hall is on fire. <br/><br/>""Did everyone make it out?"" - Carl asks from the foreman. Meanwhile, A fire engine arrives and firefighters start helping out the workers in fighting the flames.<br/><br/>""I reckon."" - He says - ""Ours made it out alive with a few scratches, but I Can't tell for sure if the lunatic who set everything on fire did.""<br/><br/>""What? Was this Arson?"" - Inquires the Inspector.<br/><br/>""Yes... some outta town folk storms into the factory with a can of gasoline, pours it all over the place and lits a fire. Good thing most of the workers were busy outside, packing our latest shipment of toys. These things sell so well we'll be able to get back into business in no time!""<br/><br/>The inspector walks back into his car, takes his notebook from the back seat and writes some stuff in it. He then goes around, asking some questions. Evan is left alone. The factory's offices are safe from the fire and he could also walk back to providence..</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Hmm... maybe now I can learn what the fuck is going on"" Evan mumbled to himself, half jokingly but half serious. <br/><br/>""Hello?"" He called out, just loud enough to see if anyone was around, but not loud enough to draw attention to anyone further out. Evan then entered the offices, one at a time. Hopefully with this he could find out what was messing with this small town, or perhaps even find out if this factory suffered attacks from arsonists, perhaps the company had a personally rivalry or something. Regardless, Evan let his human curiosity get the best of human, and he began to rummage through paper files and cabinets that were unlocked. Each one he quickly scanned over for any important information, hoping to find something.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Evan quickly stumbled upon a memo from the sales division.<br/><br/>...<br/><br/>Then there is another letter for management.<br/><br/>...<br/><br/>While browsing through the files, loud footsteps could be heard coming from the direction of the factory."
7134,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=50,2014-12-08T18:15:00,The Almighty Bob,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22703210#p22703210"">wrote</a>:</cite>Abraham says ""I heard that, buddy! Abraham knows all!"" Abraham walks down the hall towards Alexander's room, moving Jason Voorhees speed. At the door, Abraham performs a front kick on the door, trying to open it. If that fails, Abraham attempts to open the door with the doorknob.</div></blockquote><br/>Alexander jumped as the door shuddered, but didn't break. ""Well, I'm just gonna leave now."" He grabbed the sheets off of his bed and tied them together to make a rope. He tied it to the balcony and slowly began to climb down."
7135,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=50,2014-12-08T18:20:00,New Abrahammia,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Almighty Bob <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22730302#p22730302"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22703210#p22703210"">wrote</a>:</cite>Abraham says ""I heard that, buddy! Abraham knows all!"" Abraham walks down the hall towards Alexander's room, moving Jason Voorhees speed. At the door, Abraham performs a front kick on the door, trying to open it. If that fails, Abraham attempts to open the door with the doorknob.</div></blockquote><br/>Alexander jumped as the door shuddered, but didn't break. ""Well, I'm just gonna leave now."" He grabbed the sheets off of his bed and tied them together to make a rope. He tied it to the balcony and slowly began to climb down.</div></blockquote><br/>Abraham could not hear Alexander trying to escape, and so Abraham began to sit down in front of the door, back to the wall, and push on the door with both legs. Abraham shouts to Alexander, ""I don't know your name, but I know your face, and I'll smash it in!"""
7136,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=50,2014-12-08T18:30:00,The Almighty Bob,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22730391#p22730391"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Almighty Bob <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22730302#p22730302"">wrote</a>:</cite>Alexander jumped as the door shuddered, but didn't break. ""Well, I'm just gonna leave now."" He grabbed the sheets off of his bed and tied them together to make a rope. He tied it to the balcony and slowly began to climb down.</div></blockquote><br/>Abraham could not hear Alexander trying to escape, and so Abraham began to sit down in front of the door, back to the wall, and push on the door with both legs. Abraham shouts to Alexander, ""I don't know your name, but I know your face, and I'll smash it in!""</div></blockquote><br/>""Whatever, loser!"" Alexander finally got to the ground and started running away, towards the town. ""Crapcrapcrapcrapcrapcrapcrap!"""
7137,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=50,2014-12-08T18:46:00,New Abrahammia,"Abraham could not knock the door down, but the door below the lock was not sturdy. By getting on his stomach, Abraham could push the wood at the bottom enough to use his 2 by 4 to unlock the door the ""civilized"" way. As he entered, he saw that Alexander was gone. Abraham decided to check his room for a journal. Maybe it would say something about where he's going."
7138,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=50,2014-12-08T19:24:00,The Almighty Bob,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22730765#p22730765"">wrote</a>:</cite>Abraham could not knock the door down, but the door below the lock was not sturdy. By getting on his stomach, Abraham could push the wood at the bottom enough to use his 2 by 4 to unlock the door the ""civilized"" way. As he entered, he saw that Alexander was gone. Abraham decided to check his room for a journal. Maybe it would say something about where he's going.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">*Alexander's Journal*</span></span><br/>The book is open to its most recent entry. It says: I reached the town of Providence today. Something about it seems...off. With any luck, I will be out of here- It ends abruptly. It seems he was interrupted."
7139,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=50,2014-12-08T19:52:00,New Abrahammia,"Abraham left the journal at the manor. Abraham went to look at the ground outside the window he escaped from to look for boot prints. He did not climb down the rope, but instead he walked out the front door, saying to the owner of the house ""Sorry about the door. I'm not paying for it."" Without stopping to hear a response."
7140,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=50,2014-12-09T00:59:00,Harkback Union,"""No more company for me... *sigh*"" - The baron said to himself while retreating to his own bedroom. Meanwhile, The sun was rising from behind the nearby mountains. Its dawn. The bells at the town hall inform everyone that its 6 o'clock in the morning and the people of the town awaken from their slumber and go to work. There is much to be done in the factory before production can resume..."
7141,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=50,2014-12-09T01:06:00,New Abrahammia,"Abraham walks back to the baron after having trouble finding boot prints on the ground. ""Hey, buddy, did that rich dude that was here happen to tell you where he was going? If he didn't, can you find any boot prints of his that may indicate where he has gone? I need to get to him because… he dropped his wallet! And I have to give it back to him."""
7142,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=50,2014-12-09T02:19:00,New Abrahammia,"Abraham's eyes blink red for a second before turning back to normal. ""Baron, forget what I just said. I will leave now."" Abraham leaves the manor through the garage door instead of the front door before heading into the woods. A few hours later, he returns from the forest."
7143,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=75,2014-12-09T14:57:00,The Almighty Bob,Alexander walked into the town square to get some breakfast. He had found a hotel room and was now absolutely starving. He walked into a small cafe and picked up a newspaper while he waited for his turn in line.
7144,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=75,2014-12-09T15:09:00,Pandeeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22721954#p22721954"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pandeeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22695492#p22695492"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""Hmm... maybe now I can learn what the fuck is going on"" Evan mumbled to himself, half jokingly but half serious. <br/><br/>""Hello?"" He called out, just loud enough to see if anyone was around, but not loud enough to draw attention to anyone further out. Evan then entered the offices, one at a time. Hopefully with this he could find out what was messing with this small town, or perhaps even find out if this factory suffered attacks from arsonists, perhaps the company had a personally rivalry or something. Regardless, Evan let his human curiosity get the best of human, and he began to rummage through paper files and cabinets that were unlocked. Each one he quickly scanned over for any important information, hoping to find something.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Evan quickly stumbled upon a memo from the sales division.<br/><br/>...<br/><br/>Then there is another letter for management.<br/><br/>...<br/><br/>While browsing through the files, loud footsteps could be heard coming from the direction of the factory.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Damn..."" Evan mumbled under his breath as he whisked away the files into his coat and quickly stood up, closing the cabinet quickly and pushing over a piece of glass that stood on the cabinet, shattering into several pieces with a loud crack.<br/><br/>Knowing the foot steps were coming, Evan using his hands began to choke himself. Obviously not enough to pass out or do any serious damage, but enough to fulfill a little trick, a guise. Due to the choking, his face grew pale and anxious, his breath became ragged and shaky. Just as the person(s) began to walk into view, Evan stopped.<br/><br/>Due to his pale face and weak voice, he looked more distressed and weakened then trying to steal files, which would reduce suspicion. After all, he would just say that he heard a noise, got scared which made him pale and weak, and he decided to check it out. The glass? If someone asked what the noise was, Evan would simply say he accidentally tipped over a glass object and would be willing to fully pay for it, and that's after all why he muttered ""Damn"" if someone asked him."
7145,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=75,2014-12-10T01:43:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pandeeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22740073#p22740073"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22721954#p22721954"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Evan quickly stumbled upon a memo from the sales division.<br/><br/>...<br/><br/>Then there is another letter for management.<br/><br/>...<br/><br/>While browsing through the files, loud footsteps could be heard coming from the direction of the factory.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Damn..."" Evan mumbled under his breath as he whisked away the files into his coat and quickly stood up, closing the cabinet quickly and pushing over a piece of glass that stood on the cabinet, shattering into several pieces with a loud crack. <br/><br/>Knowing the foot steps were coming, Evan using his hands began to choke himself. Obviously not enough to pass out or do any serious damage, but enough to fulfill a little trick, a guise. Due to the choking, his face grew pale and anxious, his breath became ragged and shaky. Just as the person(s) began to walk into view, Evan stopped.<br/><br/>Due to his pale face and weak voice, he looked more distressed and weakened then trying to steal files, which would reduce suspicion. After all, he would just say that he heard a noise, got scared which made him pale and weak, and he decided to check it out. The glass? If someone asked what the noise was, Evan would simply say he accidentally tipped over a glass object and would be willing to fully pay for it, and that's after all why he muttered ""Damn"" if someone asked him.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Ah, There you are doctor!"" - Said inspector Carl. - ""I'm done asking questions to the... hmmm... broken glass. Perhaps the arsonist knocked something over as he was escaping from the factory... Stand clear, This is an important clue!"" - The inspector inspected the broken glass and its surroundings for more clues. - ""These papers are not organized. You didn't touch anything, did you?"" - He then asked Doctor Evan as he took a notebook into his hands."
7146,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=75,2014-12-10T02:21:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Almighty Bob <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22739932#p22739932"">wrote</a>:</cite>Alexander walked into the town square to get some breakfast. He had found a hotel room and was now absolutely starving. He walked into a small cafe and picked up a newspaper while he waited for his turn in line.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The newspaper was very local and very small. With it's 6 pages, It wasn't a very long read.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center"">October 12, 1925 - <span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;"">The Providence Currier</span> - 20 Cents<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">PROVIDENCE TOY FACTORY BURNS DOWN!</span></span></span><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.sewerhistory.org/images/pi/pif/1900_pif03.jpg""/></div><br/><br/>Yesterday Afternoon, an unknown arsonist set fire to the assembly hall of our town's toy factory. - ""A guy just came in here with a can of gasoline. We thought he was a truck driver or some other folk from transport... and then suddenly, set fire to a stack of wooden toys! Then the fire burned everything!"" - No one was injured or killed but the material damage is significant. The assembly hall burnt down along with all of its workstations. - ""We were going to buy new electric machines anyway and now the insurance company will pay us bigtime... good thing we had a policy for arson."" - Said Mr. Miller, Manager and Owner of Providence Toys Inc. He doesn't seem to be very concerned and says that production will soon resume.<br/><br/>In other news, Forester Jack Collins and Factory worker Lilly Cold were reported missing yesterday. The police say their disappearance has no chance to be linked to the factory fire and there is no reason for panic. ""Maybe they just went for a picnic"" - Suggested Inspector Carl, Lead investigator in the disappearance cases.<br/><br/>WEATHER<br/><br/>Today Morning: Cold and Sunshine<br/>Today Afternoon: Slightly warmer but Cloudy<br/>Tonight: Cold and Cloudy<br/>Tomorrow: Rain<br/><br/>The Answer to Yesterday's riddle is:<br/>A Politician<br/><br/>Today's Riddle: What two things can you never eat for breakfast?</blockquote>"
7147,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=75,2014-12-10T04:45:00,New Abrahammia,"After emerging from the forest, Abraham walked towards Rueback's farm. He tried to stay away from town, since all the cops were there. He was hoping the farmer wasn't their so he could take his crops or perhaps steal his stuff, but if he was there, maybe he could lend Abraham stuff."
7148,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=75,2014-12-10T05:00:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22746349#p22746349"">wrote</a>:</cite>After emerging from the forest, Abraham walked towards Rueback's farm. He tried to stay away from town, since all the cops were there. He was hoping the farmer wasn't their so he could take his crops or perhaps steal his stuff, but if he was there, maybe he could lend Abraham stuff.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>An tattered, uncanny scarecrow welcomed Abraham into the farm. A somewhat lengthy road led to farmhouse atop a hill. - ""Good day to you, sir!"" - Said a voice from a nearby crop field. - ""How may I help you?"""
7149,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=75,2014-12-10T05:07:00,Harkback Union,"Meanwhile at the Manor...<br/><br/>The Baron is surprised by his most recent guests behavior. Alexander Just walked into his home as if it was public space. Though he himself didn't mind, It was still unusual... while Abraham was a complete mystery. First his remark about thugs trading dogs, then his silly questions and then him running in and out of the manor. He Sat down into his favorite armchair to think things through."
7150,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=75,2014-12-10T05:09:00,New Abrahammia,"Abraham was disappointed that the farmer was home, but glad that he was nice and had a scarecrow. Abraham said to the farmer ""Good day to you to, sir! Can I have a scarecrow? And perhaps some food? And gin? I have nothing for you except this 2 by 4."""
7151,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=75,2014-12-10T05:15:00,Pandeeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22745832#p22745832"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pandeeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22740073#p22740073"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""Damn..."" Evan mumbled under his breath as he whisked away the files into his coat and quickly stood up, closing the cabinet quickly and pushing over a piece of glass that stood on the cabinet, shattering into several pieces with a loud crack. <br/><br/>Knowing the foot steps were coming, Evan using his hands began to choke himself. Obviously not enough to pass out or do any serious damage, but enough to fulfill a little trick, a guise. Due to the choking, his face grew pale and anxious, his breath became ragged and shaky. Just as the person(s) began to walk into view, Evan stopped.<br/><br/>Due to his pale face and weak voice, he looked more distressed and weakened then trying to steal files, which would reduce suspicion. After all, he would just say that he heard a noise, got scared which made him pale and weak, and he decided to check it out. The glass? If someone asked what the noise was, Evan would simply say he accidentally tipped over a glass object and would be willing to fully pay for it, and that's after all why he muttered ""Damn"" if someone asked him.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Ah, There you are doctor!"" - Said inspector Carl. - ""I'm done asking questions to the... hmmm... broken glass. Perhaps the arsonist knocked something over as he was escaping from the factory... Stand clear, This is an important clue!"" - The inspector inspected the broken glass and its surroundings for more clues. - ""These papers are not organized. You didn't touch anything, did you?"" - He then asked Doctor Evan as he took a notebook into his hands.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""No, I didn't."" Evans voice was still shakey. ""Though I did hear a noise back here and decided to see if there was anyone else back here. I however didn't find anyone.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Damn it</span>, Evan thought.<span style=""font-style: italic"">He's trying corner me, isn't he? He's trying to make me legally get screwed from any statements I say</span>. From on, when ever the investigator asked Evan any questions, he's respond in the most vague and shortest way possible while still retaining the lie that he simply heard a noise back here."
7152,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=75,2014-12-10T05:17:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22746434#p22746434"">wrote</a>:</cite>Abraham was disappointed that the farmer was home, but glad that he was nice and had a scarecrow. Abraham said to the farmer ""Good day to you to, sir! Can I have a scarecrow? And perhaps some food? And gin? I have nothing for you except this 2 by 4.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Why Certainly! But first, Could you help me bury this...ese seeds?"" - He replied with German accent as he climbed out of a large hole with a shovel in his hands."
7153,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=75,2014-12-10T05:21:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pandeeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22746458#p22746458"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22745832#p22745832"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""Ah, There you are doctor!"" - Said inspector Carl. - ""I'm done asking questions to the... hmmm... broken glass. Perhaps the arsonist knocked something over as he was escaping from the factory... Stand clear, This is an important clue!"" - The inspector inspected the broken glass and its surroundings for more clues. - ""These papers are not organized. You didn't touch anything, did you?"" - He then asked Doctor Evan as he took a notebook into his hands.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""No, I didn't."" Evans voice was still shakey. ""Though I did hear a noise back here and decided to see if there was anyone else back here. I however didn't find anyone.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Ah, Excellent! I'll just take fingerprints from these papers, perhaps they will point us to the killer..."" - He said as he sprayed some dust onto the paper, brushed it with a brush and recorded any fingerprints he found. - ""I think we are done here for now. Would you care to join me for a coffe in the café?"""
7154,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=75,2014-12-10T05:28:00,Pandeeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22746481#p22746481"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pandeeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22746458#p22746458"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""No, I didn't."" Evans voice was still shakey. ""Though I did hear a noise back here and decided to see if there was anyone else back here. I however didn't find anyone.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Ah, Excellent! I'll just take fingerprints from these papers, perhaps they will point us to the killer..."" - He said as he sprayed some dust onto the paper, brushed it with a brush and recorded any fingerprints he found. - ""I think we are done here for now. Would you care to join me for a coffe in the café?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""I'm sorry, I simply don't have the time to do that currently. However, I'd like to speak to you again. I also have a question for you, if you don't mind.""<br/><br/>""Are you working for, or in any way employed by this company that runs this factory?"" The question was in a significantly more official and serious tone then the rest of their conversation.<br/><br/>Evan watched carefully for any twitching, any rapid movment of the eyes, any crossing of the arms, anything that may be a psychological sign that the investigator is lying."
7155,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=75,2014-12-10T05:37:00,New Abrahammia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22746461#p22746461"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22746434#p22746434"">wrote</a>:</cite>Abraham was disappointed that the farmer was home, but glad that he was nice and had a scarecrow. Abraham said to the farmer ""Good day to you to, sir! Can I have a scarecrow? And perhaps some food? And gin? I have nothing for you except this 2 by 4.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Why Certainly! But first, Could you help me bury this...ese seeds?"" - He replied with German accent as he climbed out of a large hole with a shovel in his hands.</div></blockquote><br/>Abraham smiled and said ""Sure I will! I will help you bury your seeds! Kind of a deep hole for seeds, but you're the farmer!"" Abraham slid into the hole. Abraham then extended his hand towards the farmer as if to ask for a shovel."
7156,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=75,2014-12-10T05:41:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pandeeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22746514#p22746514"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22746481#p22746481"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""Ah, Excellent! I'll just take fingerprints from these papers, perhaps they will point us to the killer..."" - He said as he sprayed some dust onto the paper, brushed it with a brush and recorded any fingerprints he found. - ""I think we are done here for now. Would you care to join me for a coffe in the café?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""I'm sorry, I simply don't have the time to do that currently. However, I'd like to speak to you again. I also have a question for you, if you don't mind.""<br/><br/>""Are you working for, or in any way employed by this company that runs this factory?"" The question was in a significantly more official and serious tone then the rest of their conversation. <br/><br/>Evan watched carefully for any twitching, any rapid movment of the eyes, any crossing of the arms, anything that may be a psychological sign that the investigator is lying.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The Inspector was very surprised by the question. - ""Of course not! I'm get my paycheck from the Canadian government!"" - At the word paycheck, the Inspector's hands shook a little. - ""I'm a policeman, a detective per se, In case its wasn't obvious... would you at least like me to take you back to the doctor's... your new office?"""
7157,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=75,2014-12-10T05:50:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22746540#p22746540"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22746461#p22746461"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""Why Certainly! But first, Could you help me bury this...ese seeds?"" - He replied with German accent as he climbed out of a large hole with a shovel in his hands.</div></blockquote><br/>Abraham smiled and said ""Sure I will! I will help you bury your seeds! Kind of a deep hole for seeds, but you're the farmer!"" Abraham slid into the hole. Abraham then extended his hand towards the farmer as if to ask for a shovel.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Danke!"" - He says as he hands Abraham a shovel. With Abraham's help, The hole was quickly buried. Farmer Ruebeck then invited Abraham into his farmhouse for lunch. - ""I have some excellent wurst in my attic, waiting to be eaten. I'll have it cooked in no time!"" - He then went up to the attic to collect the wurst... or at least, that's what he said he would do. For a moment, Abraham was left alone in the large farmhouse. It had 2 floors. On its first floor was an entry hall, A Living room, a dining room, a kitchen, a small ""bathroom"" and a storeroom. Upstairs was probably a bunch of bedrooms and maybe another bathroom.<br/><br/>It may also have had a cellar. It was hard to tell."
7158,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=75,2014-12-10T05:59:00,New Abrahammia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22746594#p22746594"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22746540#p22746540"">wrote</a>:</cite>Abraham smiled and said ""Sure I will! I will help you bury your seeds! Kind of a deep hole for seeds, but you're the farmer!"" Abraham slid into the hole. Abraham then extended his hand towards the farmer as if to ask for a shovel.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Danke!"" - He says as he hands Abraham a shovel. With Abraham's help, The hole was quickly buried. Farmer Ruebeck then invited Abraham into his farmhouse for lunch. - ""I have some excellent wurst in my attic, waiting to be eaten. I'll have it cooked in no time!"" - He then went up to the attic to collect the wurst... or at least, that's what he said he would do. For a moment, Abraham was left alone in the large farmhouse. It had 2 floors. On its first floor was an entry hall, A Living room, a dining room, a kitchen, a small ""bathroom"" and a storeroom. Upstairs was probably a bunch of bedrooms and maybe another bathroom.<br/><br/>It may also have had a cellar. It was hard to tell.</div></blockquote><br/>Abraham checked the entry hall and dining room for anything of interest, like cash, coins, shiny things, things like that. He unlocks the door (if it was locked) in case he needed to escape quickly. Something seemed off about the farmer, but Abraham didn't leave because he loved him some wurst."
7159,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=75,2014-12-10T06:12:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22746627#p22746627"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22746594#p22746594"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""Danke!"" - He says as he hands Abraham a shovel. With Abraham's help, The hole was quickly buried. Farmer Ruebeck then invited Abraham into his farmhouse for lunch. - ""I have some excellent wurst in my attic, waiting to be eaten. I'll have it cooked in no time!"" - He then went up to the attic to collect the wurst... or at least, that's what he said he would do. For a moment, Abraham was left alone in the large farmhouse. It had 2 floors. On its first floor was an entry hall, A Living room, a dining room, a kitchen, a small ""bathroom"" and a storeroom. Upstairs was probably a bunch of bedrooms and maybe another bathroom.<br/><br/>It may also have had a cellar. It was hard to tell.</div></blockquote><br/>Abraham checked the entry hall and dining room for anything of interest, like cash, coins, shiny things, things like that. He unlocks the door (if it was locked) in case he needed to escape quickly. Something seemed off about the farmer, but Abraham didn't leave because he loved him some wurst.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>In the entry hall where stuffed animals. More likely to be found in a hunting lodge then a farmhouse... There was also a large red carpet, which had a few odd bumps in the middle.<br/><br/>In the dining room, There was a large table surrounded with Chairs and covered by nicely arranged plates, napkins, glasses and cutley. Looks like the Farmer made the table in advance. There were some old cheramics stuffed into cupboard hanging from the walls. Nothing of interest... or so it seems."
7160,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=75,2014-12-10T07:51:00,New Abrahammia,"Abraham saw the stuffed animals and hopes there would be guns. He had to have something to hunt animals with. Abraham ventured upstairs, looking for weapons. Abraham was not scared of the farmer. He was probably just misunderstood, anyway."
7161,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=75,2014-12-10T08:35:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22747200#p22747200"">wrote</a>:</cite>Abraham saw the stuffed animals and hopes there would be guns. He had to have something to hunt animals with. Abraham ventured upstairs, looking for weapons. Abraham was not scared of the farmer. He was probably just misunderstood, anyway.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Abraham was right. On the wall of a corridor upstairs was a double barreled rifle. It was hard to tell if it was loaded, probably not. Meanwhile, Ruebeck's footsteps could be heard as he begun to descend from the attic. - ""I have the wurst!"" - He screamed."
7162,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=75,2014-12-10T10:31:00,New Abrahammia,"Abraham slid down the railing to get to the dining room quickly. He smiled, waiting for the farmer to come downstairs with the wurst. Abraham did not sit in the chair in the event he had to run, but Abraham still had enough trust in the farmer to stay for now."
7163,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=75,2014-12-10T14:00:00,Harkback Union,"Herr Ruebeck Soon arrived at the dining room, but he didn't have any wurst on him... - ""I put ze wurst into ze cooking pot"" - He explained with an unusually strong accent - ""Vould you like some beer fhor zee appetizer?""<br/><br/>The German farmer seemed increasingly anxious. Meanwhile, Strange knocking sounds of unknown origin could be heard across the farmhouse."
7164,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=75,2014-12-10T14:12:00,New Abrahammia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22750427#p22750427"">wrote</a>:</cite>Herr Ruebeck Soon arrived at the dining room, but he didn't have any wurst on him... - ""I put ze wurst into ze cooking pot"" - He explained with an unusually strong accent - ""Vould you like some beer fhor zee appetizer?""<br/><br/>The German farmer seemed increasingly anxious. Meanwhile, Strange knocking sounds of unknown origin could be heard across the farmhouse.</div></blockquote><br/>Abraham chose to ignore the knocking sounds to appease the farmer. Abraham said ""beer? Sure! Would you drink some too? It's a nice way to bond."" Abraham smiled and said ""so, uh, what are you growing around here that requires such deep holes?"""
7165,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=75,2014-12-10T14:47:00,Pandeeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22746553#p22746553"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pandeeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22746514#p22746514"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""I'm sorry, I simply don't have the time to do that currently. However, I'd like to speak to you again. I also have a question for you, if you don't mind.""<br/><br/>""Are you working for, or in any way employed by this company that runs this factory?"" The question was in a significantly more official and serious tone then the rest of their conversation. <br/><br/>Evan watched carefully for any twitching, any rapid movment of the eyes, any crossing of the arms, anything that may be a psychological sign that the investigator is lying.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The Inspector was very surprised by the question. - ""Of course not! I'm get my paycheck from the Canadian government!"" - At the word paycheck, the Inspector's hands shook a little. - ""I'm a policeman, a detective per se, In case its wasn't obvious... would you at least like me to take you back to the doctor's... your new office?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Evan noticed the mild shaking, however that alone isn't nearly enough to tell if he is lying. For the very nature of questions, no matter how small or insignificant, is always a nervous thing to the human mind. Anyone with the faintest interest in psychology would know that!<br/><br/>Knowing of the finger prints, Evan had to stall the finger prints from being scanned as much as possible. If the officer came with Evan, Evan would have a lot more time to strike at the nerve of what caused him to shake. Besides, in the message he read, it said the mayor received help from the company in his campaign. If this police officer, which more likely then not gets payed by the local town government, then he is still effectively working in the interests of this corporation, or is at best a petty pawn that has no idea what is happening. In matter case, this pathetic fool was only an obstacle, one which Evan could easily overcome.<br/><br/>""Officer, it is getting dark out. I would like you to escort me back to my office, and I would like to ask you some questions along the way, if that's alright""."
7166,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=75,2014-12-11T06:19:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22750526#p22750526"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22750427#p22750427"">wrote</a>:</cite>Herr Ruebeck Soon arrived at the dining room, but he didn't have any wurst on him... - ""I put ze wurst into ze cooking pot"" - He explained with an unusually strong accent - ""Vould you like some beer fhor zee appetizer?""<br/><br/>The German farmer seemed increasingly anxious. Meanwhile, Strange knocking sounds of unknown origin could be heard across the farmhouse.</div></blockquote><br/>Abraham chose to ignore the knocking sounds to appease the farmer. Abraham said ""beer? Sure! Would you drink some too? It's a nice way to bond."" Abraham smiled and said ""so, uh, what are you growing around here that requires such deep holes?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Its... a special kind of seed."" - The farmer's accent turned normal again. - ""A plant that grows underground. Its called... Subterranes Cornelius.""<br/><br/>The Farmer went to the kitchen and came back a few seconds later with a pot full of boiling wurst, a loaf of bread and a can of beer. - ""Zee wurst iz cooked. Take a seat!""<br/><br/>The knocking sound intensified. It was clearly coming from the cellar."
7167,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=75,2014-12-11T06:22:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pandeeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22750944#p22750944"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22746553#p22746553"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>The Inspector was very surprised by the question. - ""Of course not! I'm get my paycheck from the Canadian government!"" - At the word paycheck, the Inspector's hands shook a little. - ""I'm a policeman, a detective per se, In case its wasn't obvious... would you at least like me to take you back to the doctor's... your new office?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Evan noticed the mild shaking, however that alone isn't nearly enough to tell if he is lying. For the very nature of questions, no matter how small or insignificant, is always a nervous thing to the human mind. Anyone with the faintest interest in psychology would know that!<br/><br/>Knowing of the finger prints, Evan had to stall the finger prints from being scanned as much as possible. If the officer came with Evan, Evan would have a lot more time to strike at the nerve of what caused him to shake. Besides, in the message he read, it said the mayor received help from the company in his campaign. If this police officer, which more likely then not gets payed by the local town government, then he is still effectively working in the interests of this corporation, or is at best a petty pawn that has no idea what is happening. In matter case, this pathetic fool was only an obstacle, one which Evan could easily overcome.<br/><br/>""Officer, it is getting dark out. I would like you to escort me back to my office, and I would like to ask you some questions along the way, if that's alright"".</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Very well then, Hop in!"" - The inspector replied while he opened the doors to his Model-T and started the engines. - ""So, What else would you like to know?"" - He then asked before taking a shot of alcohol from his metal flask."
7168,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=100,2014-12-11T07:02:00,New Abrahammia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22758066#p22758066"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22750526#p22750526"">wrote</a>:</cite>Abraham chose to ignore the knocking sounds to appease the farmer. Abraham said ""beer? Sure! Would you drink some too? It's a nice way to bond."" Abraham smiled and said ""so, uh, what are you growing around here that requires such deep holes?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Its... a special kind of seed."" - The farmer's accent turned normal again. - ""A plant that grows underground. Its called... Subterranes Cornelius.""<br/><br/>The Farmer went to the kitchen and came back a few seconds later with a pot full of boiling wurst, a loaf of bread and a can of beer. - ""Zee wurst iz cooked. Take a seat!"" <br/><br/>The knocking sound intensified. It was clearly coming from the cellar.</div></blockquote><br/>Abraham decided that freeing whatever is knocking around the cellar would be rude to the farmer. Abraham chose to sit down and wait for the farmer to bring the wurst. Abraham tried to make conversation with the farmer. ""You read about the arsonist that burnt down the toy factory? What do you think of him?"""
7169,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=100,2014-12-11T07:13:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22758405#p22758405"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22758066#p22758066"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""Its... a special kind of seed."" - The farmer's accent turned normal again. - ""A plant that grows underground. Its called... Subterranes Cornelius.""<br/><br/>The Farmer went to the kitchen and came back a few seconds later with a pot full of boiling wurst, a loaf of bread and a can of beer. - ""Zee wurst iz cooked. Take a seat!"" <br/><br/>The knocking sound intensified. It was clearly coming from the cellar.</div></blockquote><br/>Abraham decided that freeing whatever is knocking around the cellar would be rude to the farmer. Abraham chose to sit down and wait for the farmer to bring the wurst. Abraham tried to make conversation with the farmer. ""You read about the arsonist that burnt down the toy factory? What do you think of him?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""I saw ze flames yesterday. I didn't know it vas arson..."" - He said while he placed a hot, spicy wurst on Abraham's plate. - ""Don't mind ze knocking sound. Its just zee boiler... Hmmm... Zis wurst is dilicious!"" - The farmer violently devoured the wurst and half of the bread before drinking some beer. - ""What do you work, by ze way?"""
7170,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=100,2014-12-11T07:53:00,New Abrahammia,"Abraham was relieved to hear that no one was trapped in the cellar. Abraham begins eating the wurst and bread as well as drinking beer. Abraham lied ""I work as a farmer like you, 'round the United States. I'm here to take care of some… business. So, are you pro-arsonist or pro-factory?"""
7171,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=100,2014-12-11T11:52:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22758702#p22758702"">wrote</a>:</cite>Abraham was relieved to hear that no one was trapped in the cellar. Abraham begins eating the wurst and bread as well as drinking beer. Abraham lied ""I work as a farmer like you, 'round the United States. I'm here to take care of some… business. So, are you pro-arsonist or pro-factory?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Ze faktory makes cheap toys I kan buy and send to my grandchildren... dzey will be sad when I tell them that their favorite toymaker was sabotaged..."" - Farmer ruebeck said with a mouth full of Wurst and bread. - ""So I am Pro-Faktory.""<br/><br/>The sound coming from the cellar intensified further. The ground begun shaking and a cheramic plate fell of the wall... it broke into pieces on the ground.<br/><br/>""Scheisse! Ze boiler must be broken again! Hold on fhor a moment..."" - The farmer went upstairs, leaving Abraham alone again. He came back shortly after with the double-barreled rifle and descended to the cellar through a hidden door. It was built into the side of the staircase."
7172,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=100,2014-12-11T12:28:00,New Abrahammia,"Abraham, being alone and gun-less, decides to check the room he found the gun in for ammunition. Abraham thought that it may take some time for him to fix a boiler like that. Why he took the gun was a mystery, but it's best not to question him. Abraham knew he could not tell the farmer about what the arson and just keep it a secret."
7173,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=100,2014-12-11T13:07:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22760881#p22760881"">wrote</a>:</cite>Abraham, being alone and gun-less, decides to check the room he found the gun in for ammunition. Abraham thought that it may take some time for him to fix a boiler like that. Why he took the gun was a mystery, but it's best not to question him. Abraham knew he could not tell the farmer about what the arson and just keep it a secret.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Nope... No ammunition. Perhaps farmer ruebeck seized it for himself. It wouldn't be surprising given the gunshots that now echoed across the farmhouse, Followed by strange, high-pitch sounds that sounded as if they weren't from this planet. Meanwhile, the quake could be felt all over the house. The Curtains and pieces of small furniture danced around the rooms while Family photos fell of tables and walls. Something was not right. It wasn't hard to tell."
7174,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=100,2014-12-11T13:12:00,New Abrahammia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22761240#p22761240"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22760881#p22760881"">wrote</a>:</cite>Abraham, being alone and gun-less, decides to check the room he found the gun in for ammunition. Abraham thought that it may take some time for him to fix a boiler like that. Why he took the gun was a mystery, but it's best not to question him. Abraham knew he could not tell the farmer about what the arson and just keep it a secret.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Nope... No ammunition. Perhaps farmer ruebeck seized it for himself. It wouldn't be surprising given the gunshots that now echoed across the farmhouse, Followed by strange, high-pitch sounds that sounded as if they weren't from this planet. Meanwhile, the quake could be felt all over the house. The Curtains and pieces of small furniture danced around the rooms while Family photos fell of tables and walls. Something was not right. It wasn't hard to tell.</div></blockquote><br/>Thinking that something wasn't right, Abraham went back to the dining room. To make sure that things were indeed not right, Abraham shouts to the farmer between gunshots ""Is everything alright?"" Abraham trusted the farmer because he had no reason not to. Perhaps all that noise could be explained. Abraham awaited a response."
7175,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=100,2014-12-11T14:40:00,Pandeeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22758086#p22758086"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pandeeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22750944#p22750944"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Evan noticed the mild shaking, however that alone isn't nearly enough to tell if he is lying. For the very nature of questions, no matter how small or insignificant, is always a nervous thing to the human mind. Anyone with the faintest interest in psychology would know that!<br/><br/>Knowing of the finger prints, Evan had to stall the finger prints from being scanned as much as possible. If the officer came with Evan, Evan would have a lot more time to strike at the nerve of what caused him to shake. Besides, in the message he read, it said the mayor received help from the company in his campaign. If this police officer, which more likely then not gets payed by the local town government, then he is still effectively working in the interests of this corporation, or is at best a petty pawn that has no idea what is happening. In matter case, this pathetic fool was only an obstacle, one which Evan could easily overcome.<br/><br/>""Officer, it is getting dark out. I would like you to escort me back to my office, and I would like to ask you some questions along the way, if that's alright"".</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Very well then, Hop in!"" - The inspector replied while he opened the doors to his Model-T and started the engines. - ""So, What else would you like to know?"" - He then asked before taking a shot of alcohol from his metal flask.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Firstly, what level of the government do you get payed from. Do you get payed by the local government of Providence?"""
7176,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=100,2014-12-11T15:17:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22761286#p22761286"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22761240#p22761240"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Nope... No ammunition. Perhaps farmer ruebeck seized it for himself. It wouldn't be surprising given the gunshots that now echoed across the farmhouse, Followed by strange, high-pitch sounds that sounded as if they weren't from this planet. Meanwhile, the quake could be felt all over the house. The Curtains and pieces of small furniture danced around the rooms while Family photos fell of tables and walls. Something was not right. It wasn't hard to tell.</div></blockquote><br/>Thinking that something wasn't right, Abraham went back to the dining room. To make sure that things were indeed not right, Abraham shouts to the farmer between gunshots ""Is everything alright?"" Abraham trusted the farmer because he had no reason not to. Perhaps all that noise could be explained. Abraham awaited a response.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Yes! I have everything under control!"" - He screamed back between 2 gunshots. Suddenly, A Red Tentacle punched through the floor of the dining room. It came closer and closer to Abraham... - ""Abraham, could you bring us some more cold beer from the attic?"" - Shouted ruebeck from downstairs."
7177,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=100,2014-12-11T15:25:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pandeeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22762201#p22762201"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22758086#p22758086"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""Very well then, Hop in!"" - The inspector replied while he opened the doors to his Model-T and started the engines. - ""So, What else would you like to know?"" - He then asked before taking a shot of alcohol from his metal flask.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Firstly, what level of the government do you get payed from. Do you get payed by the local government of Providence?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""As a matter of fact, yes. The Town hall manages all of the town's finance, but they follow orders from the regional police bureau. The mayor can't set my salary or anything like that..."" - The Inspector didn't seem to like Evan's questions. - ""What else would you like to know?"""
7178,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=100,2014-12-11T16:51:00,Pandeeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22762678#p22762678"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pandeeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22762201#p22762201"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""Firstly, what level of the government do you get payed from. Do you get payed by the local government of Providence?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""As a matter of fact, yes. The Town hall manages all of the town's finance, but they follow orders from the regional police bureau. The mayor can't set my salary or anything like that..."" - The Inspector didn't seem to like Evan's questions. - ""What else would you like to know?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Evan could tell that the officer is becoming annoyed.<br/><br/>""How about the company? The company that ran the factory? Ever had any other experience with them? What is the company's name anyway?""<br/><br/>Evan knew he was asking what too much and in the event that this investigator was working for the company, it would draw suspicion. Evan knew as soon as the officer said yes, he effectively is a pawn. Indeed a bureau may have existed, but chances are they were rather corrupt or just didn't care about such a tiny little town. It was safe by now to conclude the entire town's government is broken, due to this poor excuse of a mayor. After Evan dealt with the finger prints, he would have to print out copies of the documents and perhaps hand them over to the local newspaper. In the event that they too were in cahoots with this business, Evan would at least keep the originals.<br/><br/>Evan had to find out what was happening. There was defintily more to this small town then what meets the eye."
7179,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=100,2014-12-11T18:04:00,New Abrahammia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22762596#p22762596"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22761286#p22761286"">wrote</a>:</cite>Thinking that something wasn't right, Abraham went back to the dining room. To make sure that things were indeed not right, Abraham shouts to the farmer between gunshots ""Is everything alright?"" Abraham trusted the farmer because he had no reason not to. Perhaps all that noise could be explained. Abraham awaited a response.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Yes! I have everything under control!"" - He screamed back between 2 gunshots. Suddenly, A Red Tentacle punched through the floor of the dining room. It came closer and closer to Abraham... - ""Abraham, could you bring us some more cold beer from the attic?"" - Shouted ruebeck from downstairs.</div></blockquote><br/>Abraham thought this definitely seemed off, but Abraham was not one to lack trust in his compadres. This became a dilemma for Abraham, so Abraham decided to trust the farmer until reason why the farmer shouldn't be stopped is admitted by the farmer. Abraham sprinted across all the house to grab the farmer's beer. He would then walk to the cellar with the beers. Abraham braced himself before opening the door."
7180,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=100,2014-12-12T05:05:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22764314#p22764314"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22762596#p22762596"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""Yes! I have everything under control!"" - He screamed back between 2 gunshots. Suddenly, A Red Tentacle punched through the floor of the dining room. It came closer and closer to Abraham... - ""Abraham, could you bring us some more cold beer from the attic?"" - Shouted ruebeck from downstairs.</div></blockquote><br/>Abraham thought this definitely seemed off, but Abraham was not one to lack trust in his compadres. This became a dilemma for Abraham, so Abraham decided to trust the farmer until reason why the farmer shouldn't be stopped is admitted by the farmer. Abraham sprinted across all the house to grab the farmer's beer. He would then walk to the cellar with the beers. Abraham braced himself before opening the door.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Before Abraham could leave the dining room, the red tentacle reached for the hot and spicy wurst on the Farmer's plate and grabbed it, before finally reseeding back to the basement.<br/><br/>The cellar.<br/><br/>..."
7181,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=100,2014-12-12T05:18:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pandeeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22763636#p22763636"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22762678#p22762678"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""As a matter of fact, yes. The Town hall manages all of the town's finance, but they follow orders from the regional police bureau. The mayor can't set my salary or anything like that..."" - The Inspector didn't seem to like Evan's questions. - ""What else would you like to know?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Evan could tell that the officer is becoming annoyed. <br/><br/>""How about the company? The company that ran the factory? Ever had any other experience with them? What is the company's name anyway?""<br/><br/>Evan knew he was asking what too much and in the event that this investigator was working for the company, it would draw suspicion. Evan knew as soon as the officer said yes, he effectively is a pawn. Indeed a bureau may have existed, but chances are they were rather corrupt or just didn't care about such a tiny little town. It was safe by now to conclude the entire town's government is broken, due to this poor excuse of a mayor. After Evan dealt with the finger prints, he would have to print out copies of the documents and perhaps hand them over to the local newspaper. In the event that they too were in cahoots with this business, Evan would at least keep the originals. <br/><br/>Evan had to find out what was happening. There was defintily more to this small town then what meets the eye.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Its not the first time I had to visit them today. Shortly before the fire I had to investigate a disappearance."" - The inspector quickly realized he wasn't supposed to talk about this and changed topic. - ""Anyway, The Company's name is Miller's Toy Factory. They make really nice toys... professional work... Everybody loves them."" - The inspector pulled over his car before the doctor's office. - ""Here we are!"" - He said before taking a shot of alcohol from his flask again. - ""Now, I would like to ask another question. Do you know when Doctor Nelly is planning to leave town?"""
7182,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=100,2014-12-12T10:23:00,New Abrahammia,"Abraham was confused of what happened in the cellar, but wanted farmer Rueback to get up. Abraham grabbed farmer Rueback's unconscious body and snuck out of the farmhouse. Outside, he looked for a hose or bucket of water or something to awaken him."
7183,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=100,2014-12-12T15:05:00,Pandeeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22768312#p22768312"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pandeeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22763636#p22763636"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Evan could tell that the officer is becoming annoyed. <br/><br/>""How about the company? The company that ran the factory? Ever had any other experience with them? What is the company's name anyway?""<br/><br/>Evan knew he was asking what too much and in the event that this investigator was working for the company, it would draw suspicion. Evan knew as soon as the officer said yes, he effectively is a pawn. Indeed a bureau may have existed, but chances are they were rather corrupt or just didn't care about such a tiny little town. It was safe by now to conclude the entire town's government is broken, due to this poor excuse of a mayor. After Evan dealt with the finger prints, he would have to print out copies of the documents and perhaps hand them over to the local newspaper. In the event that they too were in cahoots with this business, Evan would at least keep the originals. <br/><br/>Evan had to find out what was happening. There was defintily more to this small town then what meets the eye.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Its not the first time I had to visit them today. Shortly before the fire I had to investigate a disappearance."" - The inspector quickly realized he wasn't supposed to talk about this and changed topic. - ""Anyway, The Company's name is Miller's Toy Factory. They make really nice toys... professional work... Everybody loves them."" - The inspector pulled over his car before the doctor's office. - ""Here we are!"" - He said before taking a shot of alcohol from his flask again. - ""Now, I would like to ask another question. Do you know when Doctor Nelly is planning to leave town?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""I don't know, she never said anything about it. Sorry."" Evan pushed the long sleeve of his coat over his hand and opened the door handle, making sure to not leave extra finger prints.<br/><br/>""Anyways, thank you for the ride! I'm sorry if my questions were a bit, nosey. Something's weird is happening"". Evan only mumbled the last part under his breath, though the Investigator may or may not have heard him. Evan got out of the car and walked to his office, going inside, locking the door, closing the shades of the windows, turning the sign to ""Closed"". Quickly he pulled out the files he stolen and checked over them. Just to make sure, by just some strange stroke of madness and paranoia, which even Evan himself would admit he was slightly paranoid, reread the files.<br/><br/>""Yep"". He told himself. The wording was right, it could possibly have been incriminating. Or atleast would warrant an investigation on this Miller's Toy Factory. However, there was an issue:<br/><br/>How would Evan release these documents without exposing himself as the criminal that rummaged through the cabinets. Evan made a mental note next time to always bring spare gloves in case something like that happens again, and for now he had to deal with the finger prints. Thankfully with today's limited technology, the finger prints would take whole hours to analyze. However, that was assuming the police force here was well funded. Due to this being a strange little town, the police probably didn't get as much funds as those at Toronto or Montreal. This means it could take whole days for the finger prints to be worked out and everyone searched. Evan also knew that since he was at the crime scene, he would be one of the prime suspects whose finger prints would be checked first.<br/><br/>Thankfully, being a doctor, Evan had some anesthesia. He took off his coat, sat down, and go some medical tools. Taking a swab, he applied some local anesthetic first to his finger tips of his left hand, as he himself was right handed. Evan then took a deep breath, and began. First using a scalpel, he sliced away at his finger tips. Not cutting off any skin, but simply scarring the skin so his finger rpints would be different if he was required to compare them in court. From there, he got out some rough, sandpaper and began to violently rub at his left finger. Winced, but after a few minutes he was done with his left hand and quickly sprayed in antiseptics to clean out the wound. As the process was complete, he was shaking, staring at his finger tips. His hand itself was fine, but the fingers were bloodied and shaking. Wiped it up, and this time, taking nearly three times as long to ensure precision, he repeated the process with his right hand. While his fingers were now ugly and scared, there was no way in hell they could identify the prints as his. He also carefully and painstakingly cleaned up the equipment and put it away.<br/><br/>It was getting dark out, and the truma from his fingers, the nervousness of the police scanning his prints, and the mystery of this town, Evan was very tired. However, he rummaged through his house. Finding slick black gloves that fit him excellently, a different colored cost that was a bit too small for him, though did fit and was quite different from his regular one, and found some clothing that covered his nose and mouth, the name of that clothing escaped him, and some black sun glasses. Not exactly stylish, but concealed his identity very effectively. The hood on this older coat also helped conceal him, and if Evan made a concious attempt to talk in a different tone of voice and had his clothing muffle his voice, he'd sound like a completely different person.<br/><br/>Lastly, Evan securely hid the original files in a small casing, which he then placed on top of the wood that supported the under side of his bed. That means, if someone looked under his bed, they'd find nothing unless they were willing to practically tear it's frame apart. Evan also photocopied the the files. Although the copies were a lot more ugly then the original ones, their type quite bloated out and slightly blurry, it was still moderatly legible save for a useless word here or there, which could still be found out if the reader would read the rest of the sentence.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""OOC""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">And yes, they actually did have photocopiers or whatever you want to call them, at this time. They were expensive, and didn't do very well, but they still had them.</div></div></div><br/><br/>He hid these in the cabinet in the bathroom, a place not many would suspect. And with that, Evan quickly undressed and went to bed."
7184,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=100,2014-12-12T15:57:00,Harkback Union,"When Evan woke up The next morning, He could hear noises originating from the waiting room and his new office..."
7185,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=100,2014-12-12T21:09:00,Pandeeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22773515#p22773515"">wrote</a>:</cite>When Evan woke up The next morning, He could hear noises originating from the waiting room and his new office...</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Evan rubbed his eyes as it took him a moment to actually hear it, but he heard the noises from in the other room. His first reaction, his first thought, was of the files he stole/printed off. However, the nerves in his body quickly calmed as he realized that the original documents were under the very bed he laid on, and the copies were away in the bathroom. He quickly put on the clothes nearest to him, and picked up his combat knife, which he always hid in his night stand before going to bad. As he grabbed the knife, he jerked instinctually in pain. Lucking down at his scarred finger tips, he realized they were still healing. They weren't open any more, nor were vectors of infections, but we're still brutally sore. He could hold the knife in an only weak matter.<br/><br/>Taking a few deep breaths, reading himself, he silently leaned around the corner, in an attempt to catch a glimpse of the invader, trying to not be seen himself."
7186,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=100,2014-12-13T09:14:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pandeeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22776831#p22776831"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22773515#p22773515"">wrote</a>:</cite>When Evan woke up The next morning, He could hear noises originating from the waiting room and his new office...</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Evan rubbed his eyes as it took him a moment to actually hear it, but he heard the noises from in the other room. His first reaction, his first thought, was of the files he stole/printed off. However, the nerves in his body quickly calmed as he realized that the original documents were under the very bed he laid on, and the copies were away in the bathroom. He quickly put on the clothes nearest to him, and picked up his combat knife, which he always hid in his night stand before going to bad. As he grabbed the knife, he jerked instinctually in pain. Lucking down at his scarred finger tips, he realized they were still healing. They weren't open any more, nor were vectors of infections, but we're still brutally sore. He could hold the knife in an only weak matter.<br/><br/>Taking a few deep breaths, reading himself, he silently leaned around the corner, in an attempt to catch a glimpse of the invader, trying to not be seen himself.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""NowWHEREdidI put that letter?"" - Doctor Nelly asked herself. She brought a large suitcase with her and packed all the stuff she left in the office into it. - ""Clothes, Papers, Glasses..."" - She listed... - ""...I THINK IgoteveryTHING.""<br/><br/>Meanwhile, A Car Arrived at the doctor's office. It was inspector Carl Again. He knocked on the front door and asked to come in."
7187,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=100,2014-12-13T09:23:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22770229#p22770229"">wrote</a>:</cite>Abraham was confused of what happened in the cellar, but wanted farmer Rueback to get up. Abraham grabbed farmer Rueback's unconscious body and snuck out of the farmhouse. Outside, he looked for a hose or bucket of water or something to awaken him.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>There was indeed a bucket of water outside, with which the farmer was easily awakened. - ""Danke, Mein friend."" - Said Farmer Ruebeck. - ""Good sing you vere here. I don't sing that I could have eaten all that wurst by myself!""<br/><br/>He then went into his house and came back with some dead... things. - ""Dzey need to taken to Zee flover shop. Vould you care to sell Dzem for me? Ve'll split Dze profits!""<br/><br/>New Location added: Providence Flowerist."
7188,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=100,2014-12-13T09:28:00,New Abrahammia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22780837#p22780837"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22770229#p22770229"">wrote</a>:</cite>Abraham was confused of what happened in the cellar, but wanted farmer Rueback to get up. Abraham grabbed farmer Rueback's unconscious body and snuck out of the farmhouse. Outside, he looked for a hose or bucket of water or something to awaken him.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>There was indeed a bucket of water outside, with which the farmer was easily awakened. - ""Danke, Mein friend."" - Said Farmer Ruebeck. - ""Good sing you vere here. I don't sing that I could have eaten all that wurst by myself!""<br/><br/>He then went into his house and came back with some dead... things. - ""Dzey need to taken to Zee flover shop. Vould you care to sell Dzem for me? Ve'll split Dze profits!""<br/><br/>New Location added: Providence Flowerist.</div></blockquote><br/>Abraham says to the farmer ""I'm afraid I cannot do that. I have recently been staying away from the town. Authorities are looking for me after a… misunderstanding. They believe I am the arsonist that has burnt down the toy factory. You understand, yes?"""
7189,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=100,2014-12-13T09:29:00,Pandeeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22780782#p22780782"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pandeeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22776831#p22776831"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Evan rubbed his eyes as it took him a moment to actually hear it, but he heard the noises from in the other room. His first reaction, his first thought, was of the files he stole/printed off. However, the nerves in his body quickly calmed as he realized that the original documents were under the very bed he laid on, and the copies were away in the bathroom. He quickly put on the clothes nearest to him, and picked up his combat knife, which he always hid in his night stand before going to bad. As he grabbed the knife, he jerked instinctually in pain. Lucking down at his scarred finger tips, he realized they were still healing. They weren't open any more, nor were vectors of infections, but we're still brutally sore. He could hold the knife in an only weak matter.<br/><br/>Taking a few deep breaths, reading himself, he silently leaned around the corner, in an attempt to catch a glimpse of the invader, trying to not be seen himself.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""NowWHEREdidI put that letter?"" - Doctor Nelly asked herself. She brought a large suitcase with her and packed all the stuff she left in the office into it. - ""Clothes, Papers, Glasses..."" - She listed... - ""...I THINK IgoteveryTHING.""<br/><br/>Meanwhile, A Car Arrived at the doctor's office. It was inspector Carl Again. He knocked on the front door and asked to come in.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Oh god, this looks bad. Evan, while not naked, wasn't exactly dressed well, and Nelly was rummaging through the place, his fingers scarred to hell and back, he was holding a knife that looked to be military grade, his hair messy, and him anxious. There was no way she got to the original files, though the copies could've been compromised. And why did Carl ask when she was leaving town yesterday? Knowing Carl was working on behalf of Millers, Evan yelled outto the investigator outside.<br/><br/>""Just a minute sir!"" Evan declared as he dashed over to Nelly, talking in a hushed tone. ""Nelly, listen, this looks really bad right now, but you got to hide. I can explain everything in a minute, but there is a police officer just outside, he wants to hurt you. Just hide."" Evan made sure the officer could not hear him, and in the event that Nelly freaked out or was caught, it wouldn't hurt the Evan's investigation of what was happening here. Evan looked genuinely panicked, scared, terrified, and anxious for how a Nelly would react to this whole situation. If she screamed or ran for the door, the only thing Evan could do was turn her in to negate suspicion from himself."
7190,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=100,2014-12-13T09:36:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22780869#p22780869"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22780837#p22780837"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>There was indeed a bucket of water outside, with which the farmer was easily awakened. - ""Danke, Mein friend."" - Said Farmer Ruebeck. - ""Good sing you vere here. I don't sing that I could have eaten all that wurst by myself!""<br/><br/>He then went into his house and came back with some dead... things. - ""Dzey need to taken to Zee flover shop. Vould you care to sell Dzem for me? Ve'll split Dze profits!""<br/><br/>New Location added: Providence Flowerist.</div></blockquote><br/>Abraham says to the farmer ""I'm afraid I cannot do that. I have recently been staying away from the town. Authorities are looking for me after a… misunderstanding. They believe I am the arsonist that has burnt down the toy factory. You understand, yes?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Very vell then, I shall take Dzem to ze flowerist myself. In Ze meantime, you should... Hold on. What is that on your back?""<br/><br/>Farmer Ruebeck only now noticed a large injury on Abraham's back. Where or when he got it Remains a mystery. Its there non the less, and its bleeding heavily. - ""Quick! I must take you to ze doktor's office! Get in Ze truck!"" - He said while pointing at an old truck nearby."
7191,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=100,2014-12-13T09:39:00,New Abrahammia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22780913#p22780913"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22780869#p22780869"">wrote</a>:</cite>Abraham says to the farmer ""I'm afraid I cannot do that. I have recently been staying away from the town. Authorities are looking for me after a… misunderstanding. They believe I am the arsonist that has burnt down the toy factory. You understand, yes?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Very vell then, I shall take Dzem to ze flowerist myself. In Ze meantime, you should... Hold on. What is that on your back?""<br/><br/>Farmer Ruebeck only now noticed a large injury on Abraham's back. Where or when he got it Remains a mystery. Its there non the less, and its bleeding heavily. - ""Quick! I must take you to ze doktor's office! Get in Ze truck!"" - He said while pointing at an old truck nearby.</div></blockquote><br/>Abraham hopped into the truck without any hesitation. Abraham said to the farmer ""how bad is it? Can I still have the flowers?"" Abraham touched his back and then looked at his hand to see the blood."
7192,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=100,2014-12-13T09:45:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pandeeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22780882#p22780882"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22780782#p22780782"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""NowWHEREdidI put that letter?"" - Doctor Nelly asked herself. She brought a large suitcase with her and packed all the stuff she left in the office into it. - ""Clothes, Papers, Glasses..."" - She listed... - ""...I THINK IgoteveryTHING.""<br/><br/>Meanwhile, A Car Arrived at the doctor's office. It was inspector Carl Again. He knocked on the front door and asked to come in.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Oh god, this looks bad. Evan, while not naked, wasn't exactly dressed well, and Nelly was rummaging through the place, his fingers scarred to hell and back, he was holding a knife that looked to be military grade, his hair messy, and him anxious. There was no way she got to the original files, though the copies could've been compromised. And why did Carl ask when she was leaving town yesterday? Knowing Carl was working on behalf of Millers, Evan yelled outto the investigator outside.<br/><br/>""Just a minute sir!"" Evan declared as he dashed over to Nelly, talking in a hushed tone. ""Nelly, listen, this looks really bad right now, but you got to hide. I can explain everything in a minute, but there is a police officer just outside, he wants to hurt you. Just hide."" Evan made sure the officer could not hear him, and in the event that Nelly freaked out or was caught, it wouldn't hurt the Evan's investigation of what was happening here. Evan looked genuinely panicked, scared, terrified, and anxious for how a Nelly would react to this whole situation. If she screamed or ran for the door, the only thing Evan could do was turn her in to negate suspicion from himself.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>For a moment, It did seem Nelly was going to scream, but Instead she just passed out by the sight of a knife pointed at her. She collapsed on the floor and the marbles she held in her hands escaped captivity and rolled all over the doctor's office. One of the marbles went under the door and was picked up by Carl. - ""Is everything All right?"" - He asked. - ""Is Doctor Nelly there?"""
7193,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=125,2014-12-13T09:50:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22780942#p22780942"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22780913#p22780913"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""Very vell then, I shall take Dzem to ze flowerist myself. In Ze meantime, you should... Hold on. What is that on your back?""<br/><br/>Farmer Ruebeck only now noticed a large injury on Abraham's back. Where or when he got it Remains a mystery. Its there non the less, and its bleeding heavily. - ""Quick! I must take you to ze doktor's office! Get in Ze truck!"" - He said while pointing at an old truck nearby.</div></blockquote><br/>Abraham hopped into the truck without any hesitation. Abraham said to the farmer ""how bad is it? Can I still have the flowers?"" Abraham touched his back and then looked at his hand to see the blood.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>It was very warm and very red. The injury didn't hurt though. Ruebeck started the engines and drove the truck all the way to the doctor's office in a few minutes. - ""Ve Vill be Zere shortly"" - He kept saying on the trip.<br/><br/>There was already a car parked in front of the doctor's office and a man in colorful clothing and a hat stood outside the front door, Gazing at a small glass ball."
7194,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=125,2014-12-13T09:53:00,Pandeeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22780980#p22780980"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pandeeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22780882#p22780882"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Oh god, this looks bad. Evan, while not naked, wasn't exactly dressed well, and Nelly was rummaging through the place, his fingers scarred to hell and back, he was holding a knife that looked to be military grade, his hair messy, and him anxious. There was no way she got to the original files, though the copies could've been compromised. And why did Carl ask when she was leaving town yesterday? Knowing Carl was working on behalf of Millers, Evan yelled outto the investigator outside.<br/><br/>""Just a minute sir!"" Evan declared as he dashed over to Nelly, talking in a hushed tone. ""Nelly, listen, this looks really bad right now, but you got to hide. I can explain everything in a minute, but there is a police officer just outside, he wants to hurt you. Just hide."" Evan made sure the officer could not hear him, and in the event that Nelly freaked out or was caught, it wouldn't hurt the Evan's investigation of what was happening here. Evan looked genuinely panicked, scared, terrified, and anxious for how a Nelly would react to this whole situation. If she screamed or ran for the door, the only thing Evan could do was turn her in to negate suspicion from himself.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>For a moment, It did seem Nelly was going to scream, but Instead she just passed out by the sight of a knife pointed at her. She collapsed on the floor and the marbles she held in her hands escaped captivity and rolled all over the doctor's office. One of the marbles went under the door and was picked up by Carl. - ""Is everything All right?"" - He asked. - ""Is Doctor Nelly there?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>""Damn it"", Evan mumbled under his breath as he gently proped her body against the back side of a desk in another room. There would be no way for the Investigator to see he without doing an actual search of the house.<br/><br/>Evan briskly walked up to the door, putting the knife on a wooden table just next to the door, so the officer would not be able to see it without searching the interior of the room, yet Evan would be able to use it at a moments notice is necessary.<br/><br/>Evan opened the door, kind of hiding behind it as he looked awful. ""Uh, yes officer?"""
7195,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=125,2014-12-13T09:54:00,New Abrahammia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22781015#p22781015"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22780942#p22780942"">wrote</a>:</cite>Abraham hopped into the truck without any hesitation. Abraham said to the farmer ""how bad is it? Can I still have the flowers?"" Abraham touched his back and then looked at his hand to see the blood.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>It was very warm and very red. The injury didn't hurt though. Ruebeck started the engines and drove the truck all the way to the doctor's office in a few minutes. - ""Ve Vill be Zere shortly"" - He kept saying on the trip.<br/><br/>There was already a car parked in front of the doctor's office and a man in colorful clothing and a hat stood outside the front door, Gazing at a small glass ball.</div></blockquote><br/>Abraham rushed towards the man looking at the small glass ball and pushes him on the ground. Abraham shouts ""Doctor! Doctor! My back and feelings are badly hurt! I need medical attention! And a hug!"""
7196,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=125,2014-12-13T09:59:00,Pandeeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22781047#p22781047"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22781015#p22781015"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>It was very warm and very red. The injury didn't hurt though. Ruebeck started the engines and drove the truck all the way to the doctor's office in a few minutes. - ""Ve Vill be Zere shortly"" - He kept saying on the trip.<br/><br/>There was already a car parked in front of the doctor's office and a man in colorful clothing and a hat stood outside the front door, Gazing at a small glass ball.</div></blockquote><br/>Abraham rushed towards the man looking at the small glass ball and pushes him on the ground. Abraham shouts ""Doctor! Doctor! My back and feelings are badly hurt! I need medical attention! And a hug!""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Oh good, he's delirious. Carl, find where the wound is and put pressure on it, make sure there is no impaled objects and if there is, so not attempt to take them out. Don't bring the man into my office, as it's not in a state ready yet to deal with patients. I'll go get something.""<br/><br/>Evan dashed back inside, making sure Nelly was still unconscious, which she was, as he grabbed a bag of basic medical supplies and ran outside."
7197,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=125,2014-12-13T10:03:00,Harkback Union,"""Excuse me?"" - Said inspector Carl In an unusual tone. -""I understand you need to see the doctor first, But would you mind explaining how and where did you get that nasty injury?"" - He asked while suspiciously gazing Abraham.<br/><br/>- ""He vas injured vhile ve vere vorking on ze farm."" - Said Farmer Ruebeck while he cleaned the blood from the back seat.<br/><br/>Shortly after this, The Doctor opened the door..."
7198,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=125,2014-12-13T10:06:00,New Abrahammia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22781121#p22781121"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Excuse me?"" - Said inspector Carl In an unusual tone. -""I understand you need to see the doctor first, But would you mind explaining how and where did you get that nasty injury?"" - He asked while suspiciously gazing Abraham. <br/><br/>- ""He vas injured vhile ve vere vorking on ze farm."" - Said Farmer Ruebeck while he cleaned the blood from the back seat.<br/><br/>Shortly after this, The Doctor opened the door...</div></blockquote><br/>Abraham ran into the doctor's office, falling on the floor upon entry. ""I can't let THEM see me. I need to be inside. Doctor, do your doctor stuff! Heal me! And give me a lollipop afterwards!"""
7199,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=125,2014-12-13T10:07:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pandeeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22781088#p22781088"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22781047#p22781047"">wrote</a>:</cite>Abraham rushed towards the man looking at the small glass ball and pushes him on the ground. Abraham shouts ""Doctor! Doctor! My back and feelings are badly hurt! I need medical attention! And a hug!""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Oh good, he's delirious. Carl, find where the wound is and put pressure on it, make sure there is no impaled objects and if there is, so not attempt to take them out. Don't bring the man into my office, as it's not in a state ready yet to deal with patients. I'll go get something.""<br/><br/>Evan dashed back inside, making sure Nelly was still unconscious, which she was, as he grabbed a bag of basic medical supplies and ran outside.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Carl Followed the Doctor's instructions and tried to help Abraham. - ""What on earth is that?"" - He uttered while looking at Abraham's unusual injury. Then Abraham went inside."
7200,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=125,2014-12-13T10:15:00,New Abrahammia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22781146#p22781146"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pandeeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22781088#p22781088"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""Oh good, he's delirious. Carl, find where the wound is and put pressure on it, make sure there is no impaled objects and if there is, so not attempt to take them out. Don't bring the man into my office, as it's not in a state ready yet to deal with patients. I'll go get something.""<br/><br/>Evan dashed back inside, making sure Nelly was still unconscious, which she was, as he grabbed a bag of basic medical supplies and ran outside.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Carl Followed the Doctor's instructions and tried to help Abraham. - ""What on earth is that?"" - He uttered while looking at Abraham's unusual injury. Then Abraham inside.</div></blockquote><br/>""You people are the doctors! Do your doctoring thing! Do the snip snip! Give me the medicine! The booster shots! Exorcize me! Something doctorish!"" Abraham then begun to cry."
7201,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=125,2014-12-13T10:17:00,Pandeeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22781146#p22781146"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pandeeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22781088#p22781088"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""Oh good, he's delirious. Carl, find where the wound is and put pressure on it, make sure there is no impaled objects and if there is, so not attempt to take them out. Don't bring the man into my office, as it's not in a state ready yet to deal with patients. I'll go get something.""<br/><br/>Evan dashed back inside, making sure Nelly was still unconscious, which she was, as he grabbed a bag of basic medical supplies and ran outside.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Carl Followed the Doctor's instructions and tried to help Abraham. - ""What on earth is that?"" - He uttered while looking at Abraham's unusual injury. Then Abraham inside.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Damn it, this is no place to be helping a patient."" Evan looked up at Carl while applying anesthetic to the wound. ""Thank you very much officer, but you are no longer needed. Please come back in a few hours after I have treated this patient. It is regulation after all that all non-medical personal should vacate the premise when there is an emergency such as this""."
7202,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=125,2014-12-13T10:28:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pandeeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22781224#p22781224"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22781146#p22781146"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Carl Followed the Doctor's instructions and tried to help Abraham. - ""What on earth is that?"" - He uttered while looking at Abraham's unusual injury. Then Abraham inside.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Damn it, this is no place to be helping a patient."" Evan looked up at Carl while applying anesthetic to the wound. ""Thank you very much officer, but you are no longer needed. Please come back in a few hours after I have treated this patient. It is regulation after all that all non-medical personal should vacate the premise when there is an emergency such as this"".</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Erm... All right then. I wanted to speak to Mr. Ruebeck anyway. I'll come back later."" - Carl closed the front door and walked to the truck to talk to the Farmer. The words ""Wurst"" ""Arson"" and ""Innocent"" could be overheard from their conversation."
7203,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=125,2014-12-13T10:31:00,New Abrahammia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22781346#p22781346"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pandeeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22781224#p22781224"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""Damn it, this is no place to be helping a patient."" Evan looked up at Carl while applying anesthetic to the wound. ""Thank you very much officer, but you are no longer needed. Please come back in a few hours after I have treated this patient. It is regulation after all that all non-medical personal should vacate the premise when there is an emergency such as this"".</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Erm... All right then. I wanted to speak to Mr. Ruebeck anyway. I'll come back later."" - Carl closed the front door and walked to the truck to talk to the Farmer. The words ""Wurst"" ""Arson"" and ""Innocent"" could be overheard from their conversation.</div></blockquote><br/>Abraham said to the doctor ""I need to be healed right there, right by the door, doctor. I need to hear their conversation."" Abraham walked slowly towards the door and laid down, trying to hear Rueback's conversation."
7204,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=125,2014-12-13T10:49:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22781378#p22781378"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22781346#p22781346"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""Erm... All right then. I wanted to speak to Mr. Ruebeck anyway. I'll come back later."" - Carl closed the front door and walked to the truck to talk to the Farmer. The words ""Wurst"" ""Arson"" and ""Innocent"" could be overheard from their conversation.</div></blockquote><br/>Abraham said to the doctor ""I need to be healed right there, right by the door, doctor. I need to hear their conversation."" Abraham walked slowly towards the door and laid down, trying to hear Rueback's conversation.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""He is an honest person Inspektor. He kouldn't have done it!"" - Said Farmer Ruebeck<br/><br/>""How can you be so sure Mr. Ruebeck? You only met him this morning.""<br/><br/>""But he helped me... plant seeds. And he is good company!""<br/><br/>""I still don't trust him and I think you shouldn't trust him either. We don't know why he came to this town, maybe he is a maniac!"""
7205,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=125,2014-12-13T11:02:00,New Abrahammia,"Abraham heard this conversation and made a scared look on his face. ""Um, doctor, maybe we should leave. Through the back door."" Abraham grabbed the knife on the wooden table by the door. ""Now!"" Abraham pointed the knife at the doctor."
7206,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=125,2014-12-13T11:14:00,Pandeeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22781716#p22781716"">wrote</a>:</cite>Abraham heard this conversation and made a scared look on his face. ""Um, doctor, maybe we should leave. Through the back door."" Abraham grabbed the knife on the wooden table by the door. ""Now!"" Abraham pointed the knife at the doctor.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""You're weak and delirious. Put the knife down, or I'll be forced to call for help. Just put the knife down, and let me finish cleaning your wounds and helping you"". Evan firmly insisted.<br/><br/>This was an absolute shit fest, to put it lightly. Evan had to get all these people out of here, save for Nelly. Already Evan's plans have been delayed by this incident, this situation needed to be out under control now.<br/><br/>""Sir, I do not know you're name, but I'll give you to the count of three to put the knife back where you found it."" Evan paused, then began to count.<br/><br/>""1...2..."" Evan waited to see the man's reponse."
7207,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=125,2014-12-13T11:20:00,New Abrahammia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pandeeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22781841#p22781841"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22781716#p22781716"">wrote</a>:</cite>Abraham heard this conversation and made a scared look on his face. ""Um, doctor, maybe we should leave. Through the back door."" Abraham grabbed the knife on the wooden table by the door. ""Now!"" Abraham pointed the knife at the doctor.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""You're weak and delirious. Put the knife down, or I'll be forced to call for help. Just put the knife down, and let me finish cleaning your wounds and helping you"". Evan firmly insisted.<br/><br/>This was an absolute shit fest, to put it lightly. Evan had to get all these people out of here, save for Nelly. Already Evan's plans have been delayed by this incident, this situation needed to be out under control now.<br/> ""Sir, I do not know you're name, but I'll give you to the count of three to put the knife back where you found it."" Evan paused, then began to count.<br/><br/>""1...2..."" Evan waited to see the man's reponse.</div></blockquote><br/>Abraham grabbed the doctor by the lapel and looked him in the eye. ""Do your doctoring elsewhere, but not here. They will come for me here."" Without looking back, Abraham put his non-knife hand on the door, groping for the lock. He found it after a couple seconds and locked the door. Abraham was still pointing the knife at the doctor and said ""We leave here. Now. I'll cut you if I have to."""
7208,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=125,2014-12-13T11:55:00,Pandeeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22781907#p22781907"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pandeeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22781841#p22781841"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""You're weak and delirious. Put the knife down, or I'll be forced to call for help. Just put the knife down, and let me finish cleaning your wounds and helping you"". Evan firmly insisted.<br/><br/>This was an absolute shit fest, to put it lightly. Evan had to get all these people out of here, save for Nelly. Already Evan's plans have been delayed by this incident, this situation needed to be out under control now.<br/> ""Sir, I do not know you're name, but I'll give you to the count of three to put the knife back where you found it."" Evan paused, then began to count.<br/><br/>""1...2..."" Evan waited to see the man's reponse.</div></blockquote><br/>Abraham grabbed the doctor by the lapel and looked him in the eye. ""Do your doctoring elsewhere, but not here. They will come for me here."" Without looking back, Abraham put his non-knife hand on the door, groping for the lock. He found it after a couple seconds and locked the door. Abraham was still pointing the knife at the doctor and said ""We leave here. Now. I'll cut you if I have to.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Evan gently rested his hand on the blade of the knife. ""We both know you won't do that. Look, you've just effectively cornered yourself"". Evan grinned. ""If you kill me, even cut me, then there will be no doctor to help you. Hell, there's an investigator just outside, he'd catch you in the act of killing me. Your finger prints are also on the handle, and you'd have no alibi"". This time, Evan pushed the blade away, with slight force.<br/><br/>""Besides, I know what you did. I know why they're after you, and I'm here to help you. To save you. Look, if we run from here, they'll catch us. I can buy you time, whole hours. Besides, I need to discuss something with you once you're healed. Please, give me the knife and sit down. The door is locked, they cannot enter. Trust me. Please."""
7209,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=125,2014-12-13T11:58:00,Harkback Union,"Meanwhile, Doctor Nelly was slowly regaining her consciousness. She slowly moved her limbs while trying to find her glasses which fell of her head when she passed out.<br/><br/>""What's goingON?"" - She asked."
7210,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=125,2014-12-13T12:04:00,Pandeeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22782333#p22782333"">wrote</a>:</cite>Meanwhile, Doctor Nelly was slowly regaining her consciousness. She slowly moved her limbs while trying to find her glasses which fell of her head when she passed out.<br/><br/>""What's goingON?"" - She asked.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Seeing a dagger being held to Evan's neck by a bloody lunatic, marbles and papers over the ground, a farmer and investigator talking outside, and a bunch of yelling the sight wasn't very pleasant.<br/><br/>""Nelly, please, just stay right there. Everything will be fine. There's a lot I have to explain, to both of you."" Evan glanced back at the man and then back at Nelly. ""Nelly, just go into that room over there,"" Evan motioned to a room near the bathroom ""and close the door."" Evan pleaded."
7211,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=125,2014-12-13T12:13:00,Harkback Union,"""Glasses... I need my Glasses. WHEREareTHEY?"" - She said. - ""And WhereAMI? What HAPPENED?"" - It seemed like doctor Nelly wasn't very well. She slowly crawled out of the room on her own, in search of her glasses, Leaving the 2 man alone for the time being. She didn't bother to close the door though.<br/><br/>Meanwhile outside, there was a commotion. - ""THERE IS NO REASON TO PANIC!"" - Shouted the inspector."
7212,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=125,2014-12-13T12:14:00,New Abrahammia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pandeeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22782288#p22782288"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22781907#p22781907"">wrote</a>:</cite>Abraham grabbed the doctor by the lapel and looked him in the eye. ""Do your doctoring elsewhere, but not here. They will come for me here."" Without looking back, Abraham put his non-knife hand on the door, groping for the lock. He found it after a couple seconds and locked the door. Abraham was still pointing the knife at the doctor and said ""We leave here. Now. I'll cut you if I have to.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Evan gently rested his hand on the blade of the knife. ""We both know you won't do that. Look, you've just effectively cornered yourself"". Evan grinned. ""If you kill me, even cut me, then there will be no doctor to help you. Hell, there's an investigator just outside, he'd catch you in the act of killing me. Your finger prints are also on the handle, and you'd have no alibi"". This time, Evan pushed the blade away, with slight force.<br/><br/>""Besides, I know what you did. I know why they're after you, and I'm here to help you. To save you. Look, if we run from here, they'll catch us. I can buy you time, whole hours. Besides, I need to discuss something with you once you're healed. Please, give me the knife and sit down. The door is locked, they cannot enter. Trust me. Please.""</div></blockquote><br/>Abraham was scared and confused. Abraham said ""I trust you. Even though I probably shouldn't, I'll let you go on with your plan. Do not cross me."" Abraham places the knife on the table. He looks the doctor in the eye. ""So are you gonna heal me now or what?"""
7213,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=125,2014-12-13T12:19:00,Pandeeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22782504#p22782504"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pandeeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22782288#p22782288"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Evan gently rested his hand on the blade of the knife. ""We both know you won't do that. Look, you've just effectively cornered yourself"". Evan grinned. ""If you kill me, even cut me, then there will be no doctor to help you. Hell, there's an investigator just outside, he'd catch you in the act of killing me. Your finger prints are also on the handle, and you'd have no alibi"". This time, Evan pushed the blade away, with slight force.<br/><br/>""Besides, I know what you did. I know why they're after you, and I'm here to help you. To save you. Look, if we run from here, they'll catch us. I can buy you time, whole hours. Besides, I need to discuss something with you once you're healed. Please, give me the knife and sit down. The door is locked, they cannot enter. Trust me. Please.""</div></blockquote><br/>Abraham was scared and confused. Abraham said ""I trust you. Even though I probably shouldn't, I'll let you go on with your plan. Do not cross me."" Abraham places the knife on the table. He looks the doctor in the eye. ""So are you gonna heal me now or what?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Alright, there."" Evan pointed to another room with a medical bed in it. ""Please go lay down there, I'll get to you soon. I've stabilized your wounds so while they may still hurt, you're no longer rapidly bleeding nor have a serious chance of infection."" Evan grabbed the knife and shoved it in the pants behond his back.<br/><br/>""I'll go talk to Nelly, once she's calm, I'll come back to help with your injuries. And try to make sense of everything. There's something wrong with this damn town, but we'll discuss that later.""<br/><br/>Evan helped the man to the bed and then went to check on Nelly.<br/><br/>""Nelly?"" Evan asked as he glanced in the room."
7214,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=125,2014-12-13T12:25:00,New Abrahammia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pandeeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22782550#p22782550"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22782504#p22782504"">wrote</a>:</cite>Abraham was scared and confused. Abraham said ""I trust you. Even though I probably shouldn't, I'll let you go on with your plan. Do not cross me."" Abraham places the knife on the table. He looks the doctor in the eye. ""So are you gonna heal me now or what?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Alright, there."" Evan pointed to another room with a medical bed in it. ""Please go lay down there, I'll get to you soon. I've stabilized your wounds so while they may still hurt, you're not longer rapidly bleeding nor have a serious chance of infection."" Evan grabbed the knife and shoved it in the pants behond his back. <br/><br/>""I'll go talk to Nelly, once she's calm, I'll come back to help with your injuries."" <br/><br/>Evan helped the man to the bed and then went to check on Nelly.<br/><br/>""Nelly?"" Evan asked as he glanced in the room.</div></blockquote><br/>With the doctor out of site, Abraham just sits there, picking his nose and surveying the room for exits. He still did not trust the doctor, as he now has the knife and could easily rat abraham out if he wanted to."
7215,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=125,2014-12-13T12:41:00,Harkback Union,"""Ah, Doctor Evan. Could you find my glasses for me?"" - Asked Doctor Nelly from a dark corner of the waiting room, this time she didn't talk like a madman. Meanwhile, It sounded as if a large crowd gathered outside. It became louder and louder. Something was happening there for sure."
7216,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=125,2014-12-13T13:04:00,Pandeeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22782735#p22782735"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Ah, Doctor Evan. Could you find my glasses for me?"" - Asked Doctor Nelly from a dark corner of the waiting room, this time she didn't talk like a madman. Meanwhile, It sounded as if a large crowd gathered outside. It became louder and louder. Something was happening there for sure.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""I will, but first I got to see what's happening outside. Nelly, try to find your glasses, then go into the room over there."" Evan gestured t the room with his patient. ""Once the mess outside is dealt with, us three will have to discuss something, extremely important. After all, the Investigator was trying to find you"".<br/><br/>Evan opened the door and walked outside to see what was happening."
7217,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=125,2014-12-13T13:16:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pandeeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22782963#p22782963"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22782735#p22782735"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Ah, Doctor Evan. Could you find my glasses for me?"" - Asked Doctor Nelly from a dark corner of the waiting room, this time she didn't talk like a madman. Meanwhile, It sounded as if a large crowd gathered outside. It became louder and louder. Something was happening there for sure.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""I will, but first I got to see what's happening outside. Nelly, try to find your glasses, then go into the room over there."" Evan gestured t the room with his patient. ""Once the mess outside is dealt with, us three will have to discuss something, extremely important. After all, the Investigator was trying to find you"".<br/><br/>Evan opened the door and walked outside to see what was happening.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>There was a large crowd of angry and anxious people outside. According to a bystander who happened to be just outside Evan's office, the electricity went out when a roadside tree fell over and cut the electric wires that connected the town to the grid. Some say that there was an unsetlling red symbol of on the side of the tree and the superstitious of the town claim that there is some dark magic involved. Carl was doing his best to calm down everyone. - ""The wires will be repaired in a matter of hours... No!... Just please move along! I'll have to go and speak to the mayor now."""
7218,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=150,2014-12-13T13:30:00,Pandeeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22783103#p22783103"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pandeeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22782963#p22782963"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""I will, but first I got to see what's happening outside. Nelly, try to find your glasses, then go into the room over there."" Evan gestured t the room with his patient. ""Once the mess outside is dealt with, us three will have to discuss something, extremely important. After all, the Investigator was trying to find you"".<br/><br/>Evan opened the door and walked outside to see what was happening.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>There was a large crowd of angry and anxious people outside. According to a bystander who happened to be just outside Evan's office, the electricity went out when a roadside tree fell over and cut the electric wires that connected the town to the grid. Some say that there was an unsetlling red symbol of on the side of the tree and the superstitious of the town claim that there is some dark magic involved. Carl was doing his best to calm down everyone. - ""The wires will be repaired in a matter of hours... No!... Just please move along! I'll have to go and speak to the mayor now.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Evan stared blankly at the large crowd, scared they'll blame the new doctor for this incident.<br/><br/>""Everyone! Everyone!"" Evan shouted as he stood on the steps to his office. ""I'm currently working on a patient. I cannot deal with all this yelling. Please, I don't care if you go to someone else's house to complain, if you go to the mayor or anywhere, please go somewhere else or quiet it down!"""
7219,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=150,2014-12-13T13:41:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pandeeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22783278#p22783278"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22783103#p22783103"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>There was a large crowd of angry and anxious people outside. According to a bystander who happened to be just outside Evan's office, the electricity went out when a roadside tree fell over and cut the electric wires that connected the town to the grid. Some say that there was an unsetlling red symbol of on the side of the tree and the superstitious of the town claim that there is some dark magic involved. Carl was doing his best to calm down everyone. - ""The wires will be repaired in a matter of hours... No!... Just please move along! I'll have to go and speak to the mayor now.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Evan stared blankly at the large crowd, scared they'll blame the new doctor for this incident. <br/><br/>""Everyone! Everyone!"" Evan shouted as he stood on the steps to his office. ""I'm currently working on a patient. I cannot deal with all this yelling. Please, I don't care if you go to someone else's house to complain, if you go to the mayor or anywhere, please go somewhere else or quiet it down!""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Evan's words seemed to work wonders. The crowd quickly dispersed and Inspector Carl rushed to Evan to express his gratitude. - ""Thank you so much Evan.""<br/><br/>In the background, Nelly was getting very upset about her missing glasses. - ""I can't belive this! Where could they be? I searched everywhere!"" - She said to herself.<br/><br/>""Is that Nelly speaking? Is she inside?"" - Inquired Carl."
7220,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=150,2014-12-13T13:50:00,Pandeeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22783396#p22783396"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pandeeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22783278#p22783278"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Evan stared blankly at the large crowd, scared they'll blame the new doctor for this incident. <br/><br/>""Everyone! Everyone!"" Evan shouted as he stood on the steps to his office. ""I'm currently working on a patient. I cannot deal with all this yelling. Please, I don't care if you go to someone else's house to complain, if you go to the mayor or anywhere, please go somewhere else or quiet it down!""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Evan's words seemed to work wonders. The crowd quickly dispersed and Inspector Carl rushed to Evan to express his gratitude. - ""Thank you so much Evan.""<br/><br/>In the background, Nelly was getting very upset about her missing glasses. - ""I can't belive this! Where could they be? I searched everywhere!"" - She said to herself.<br/><br/>""Is that Nelly speaking? Is she inside?"" - Inquired Carl.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Carl"". Evan looked him directly into his eyes. ""Why do you want Nelly? She isn't there, but why do you want her so badly?""."
7221,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=150,2014-12-13T13:53:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pandeeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22783502#p22783502"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22783396#p22783396"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Evan's words seemed to work wonders. The crowd quickly dispersed and Inspector Carl rushed to Evan to express his gratitude. - ""Thank you so much Evan.""<br/><br/>In the background, Nelly was getting very upset about her missing glasses. - ""I can't belive this! Where could they be? I searched everywhere!"" - She said to herself.<br/><br/>""Is that Nelly speaking? Is she inside?"" - Inquired Carl.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Carl"". Evan looked him directly into his eyes. ""Why do you want Nelly? She isn't there, but why do you want her so badly?"".</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Erm..."" - The Inspector gazed at his shoes for a moment before turning around. - ""Never mind."" - He said before he finally left. Instead of taking his car, he walked across the park to the Town hall.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, Nelly finally found her glasses... - ""I found them!"" - She informed everyone around her."
7222,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=150,2014-12-13T13:57:00,Pandeeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22783536#p22783536"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pandeeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22783502#p22783502"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""Carl"". Evan looked him directly into his eyes. ""Why do you want Nelly? She isn't there, but why do you want her so badly?"".</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Erm..."" - The Inspector gazed at his shoes for a moment before turning around. - ""Never mind."" - He said before he finally left. Instead of taking his car, he walked across the park to the Town hall.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, Nelly finally found her glasses... - ""I found them!"" - She informed everyone around her.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Evan stared for a moment as he walked. Evan had the impulse to follow him, but he also had a patient to attend to, and had to get Nelly's shit together to she can be a competent person for when Evan begins the first part of his plan.<br/><br/>Evan walked back inside, angry. ""Dammit Nelly, what's wrong with you?! The officer outside by this point practically knows you're here. Dr. Nelly, don't you know what's happening?"" The last sentence was more empathy then anger."
7223,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=150,2014-12-13T14:01:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pandeeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22783587#p22783587"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22783536#p22783536"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""Erm..."" - The Inspector gazed at his shoes for a moment before turning around. - ""Never mind."" - He said before he finally left. Instead of taking his car, he walked across the park to the Town hall.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, Nelly finally found her glasses... - ""I found them!"" - She informed everyone around her.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Evan stared for a moment as he walked. Evan had the impulse to follow him, but he also had a patient to attend to, and had to get Nelly's shit together to she can be a competent person for when Evan begins the first part of his plan.<br/><br/>Evan walked back inside, angry. ""Dammit Nelly, what's wrong with you?! The officer outside by this point practically knows you're here. Dr. Nelly, don't you know what's happening?"" The last sentence was more empathy then anger.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""I don't know what you are talking about."" - Said Nelly as she collected the marbles. - ""Could you tell me what happened? I can't remember aTHING!"""
7224,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=150,2014-12-13T14:06:00,Pandeeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22783654#p22783654"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pandeeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22783587#p22783587"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Evan stared for a moment as he walked. Evan had the impulse to follow him, but he also had a patient to attend to, and had to get Nelly's shit together to she can be a competent person for when Evan begins the first part of his plan.<br/><br/>Evan walked back inside, angry. ""Dammit Nelly, what's wrong with you?! The officer outside by this point practically knows you're here. Dr. Nelly, don't you know what's happening?"" The last sentence was more empathy then anger.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""I don't know what you are talking about."" - Said Nelly as she collected the marbles. - ""Could you tell me what happened? I can't remember aTHING!""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The words<span style=""font-style: italic"">I can't remember aTHING</span>echoed through Evan's mind. He got a chair and brought it up to another chair and gestured her to sit down, before Evan himself sat down on the other one.<br/><br/>""Listen Nelly, this is a long story, I need you to listen. Okay? Now, it begins just<br/>last night. Millers Toy Factory suffered an attack from an unkown arsonist. Nelly, do you know who the arsonist is?"". Evan stared intently into her eyes.<br/><br/>""And a follow up question. Do you know anything about the factory or company? Anything strange? Have you ever been there?"""
7225,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=150,2014-12-13T14:37:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pandeeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22783724#p22783724"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22783654#p22783654"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""I don't know what you are talking about."" - Said Nelly as she collected the marbles. - ""Could you tell me what happened? I can't remember aTHING!""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The words <span style=""font-style: italic"">I can't remember aTHING</span> echoed through Evan's mind. He got a chair and brought it up to another chair and gestured her to sit down, before Evan himself sat down on the other one.<br/><br/>""Listen Nelly, this is a long story, I need you to listen. Okay? Now, it begins just <br/>last night. Millers Toy Factory suffered an attack from an unkown arsonist. Nelly, do you know who the arsonist is?"". Evan stared intently into her eyes.<br/><br/>""And a follow up question. Do you know anything about the factory or company? Anything strange? Have you ever been there?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""I can't remember aTHING... My head hurts."" - Said Nelly. - ""Toys... I Like Miller's toys. Everyone likes them... Arsonist, No I don't know about any arsonist. Why do you ask?"""
7226,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=150,2014-12-13T14:59:00,New Abrahammia,"Abraham overheard people saying Dr. Evans and the doctor responding, letting Abraham know his name. Abraham calls back DR. Evans by making strange noises that you can barely make out the name ""Evans"" from."
7227,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=150,2014-12-13T15:23:00,Pandeeria,"""The name is just Evan, Evan Brenzwel"". Evan yelled back. ""Just another minute, Abraham, I'm still not done with Dr. Nelly yet!"".<br/><br/>Evan shifted uncomfortably in his chair. ""Now, after the attack on the factory, I decided to, shall we say, gather information. After that I spoke to Investigator Carl, the man who was out side your, I mean my, office this morning. He asked me I believe four times now where you are. Nelly, I want to know, why does he want you? He, and most likely the mayor are both searching for you. Why is that?""."
7228,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=150,2014-12-13T16:07:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pandeeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22784772#p22784772"">wrote</a>:</cite>""The name is just Evan, Evan Brenzwel"". Evan yelled back. ""Just another minute, Abraham, I'm still not done with Dr. Nelly yet!"".<br/><br/>Evan shifted uncomfortably in his chair. ""Now, after the attack on the factory, I decided to, shall we say, gather information. After that I spoke to Investigator Carl, the man who was out side your, I mean my, office this morning. He asked me I believe four times now where you are. Nelly, I want to know, why does he want you? He, and most likely the mayor are both searching for you. Why is that?"".</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Well I have no Idea!"" - Replied Nelly. - ""But who is In the patient room? And what happened... I mean, What happened today? I remember I came here to collect my things..."" - She stood up from her chair and walked towards the room where Abraham was to find answers by herself."
7229,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=150,2014-12-13T16:33:00,Pandeeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22785463#p22785463"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pandeeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22784772#p22784772"">wrote</a>:</cite>""The name is just Evan, Evan Brenzwel"". Evan yelled back. ""Just another minute, Abraham, I'm still not done with Dr. Nelly yet!"".<br/><br/>Evan shifted uncomfortably in his chair. ""Now, after the attack on the factory, I decided to, shall we say, gather information. After that I spoke to Investigator Carl, the man who was out side your, I mean my, office this morning. He asked me I believe four times now where you are. Nelly, I want to know, why does he want you? He, and most likely the mayor are both searching for you. Why is that?"".</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Well I have no Idea!"" - Replied Nelly. - ""But who is In the patient room? And what happened... I mean, What happened today? I remember I came here to collect my things..."" - She stood up from her chair and walked towards the room where Abraham was to find answers by herself.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Wait, Nelly, I have something else very important to show you. The man in the other room, his name is Abraham. He kinda, well, threatened to slit my throat not that long ago"". Evan chuckled. Please, stay seated while I go get something.<br/><br/>Evan stands up and goes into then bath room, closing the door behind. Him. He then opened the cabinet, took out the copied version of the memo and message he stole from the factory, and returned.<br/><br/>""Now, Nelly, please explain why you 'love their toys' so much, please""."
7230,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=150,2014-12-13T16:54:00,New Abrahammia,"Abraham got up from his hospital bed to get a quick look at Dr. Nelly. Abraham had heard that she liked the toy factory, she delayed Abraham's medical procedures, and that she knew about Abraham's threats. Abraham felt that she had to die. Abraham examined his room, looking for anything he could use as a weapon."
7231,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=150,2014-12-13T17:20:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pandeeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22785782#p22785782"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22785463#p22785463"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""Well I have no Idea!"" - Replied Nelly. - ""But who is In the patient room? And what happened... I mean, What happened today? I remember I came here to collect my things..."" - She stood up from her chair and walked towards the room where Abraham was to find answers by herself.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Wait, Nelly, I have something else very important to show you. The man in the other room, his name is Abraham. He kinda, well, threatened to slit my throat not that long ago"". Evan chuckled. Please, stay seated while I go get something.<br/><br/>Evan stands up and goes into then bath room, closing the door behind. Him. He then opened the cabinet, took out the copied version of the memo and message he stole from the factory, and returned.<br/><br/>""Now, Nelly, please explain why you 'love their toys' so much, please"".</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Well... They look so nice, especially their newest toy trains. They must be using the best quality wood to make their toys and put a lot of effort into sculpting and painting each and every one of them! And I don't know what I would do with my children patients without the Miller toys. Normally, I have a lot of trouble treating kids but If I promise them one of the latest train models, they will bear all the pain in the world without a tear!"""
7232,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=150,2014-12-13T17:36:00,Pandeeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22786348#p22786348"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pandeeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22785782#p22785782"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""Wait, Nelly, I have something else very important to show you. The man in the other room, his name is Abraham. He kinda, well, threatened to slit my throat not that long ago"". Evan chuckled. Please, stay seated while I go get something.<br/><br/>Evan stands up and goes into then bath room, closing the door behind. Him. He then opened the cabinet, took out the copied version of the memo and message he stole from the factory, and returned.<br/><br/>""Now, Nelly, please explain why you 'love their toys' so much, please"".</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Well... They look so nice, especially their newest toy trains. They must be using the best quality wood to make their toys and put a lot of effort into sculpting and painting each and every one of them! And I don't know what I would do with my children patients without the Miller toys. Normally, I have a lot of trouble treating kids but If I promise them one of the latest train models, they will bear all the pain in the world without a tear!""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Nelly, I cannot tell you how or where I got these files, but I think you should read this"". Evan hands her the copies of the Memo and Report stolen from the factory.<br/><br/>""I'll show Abraham these later, but Nelly. Something isn't right. There's something strange with the toys, and I'm worried the entire town is corrupt. Look."" He points to where the documents mention's the mayor's election. ""The Mayor, who was funded by Millers Toy Factory, also controls the police force. Millers is doing something illegal, and the Mayor is a corrupt pig! Most of all Nelly, Detective Carl, the man just outside not that long ago, is paid by the Mayor. Carl, for what we know right now, is working for them, and he was asking where you were! He's at best their pawn! Nelly, we need to do something about this, and I made a plan not that long ago. Would you be willing to help me expose what is happening here?"""
7233,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=150,2014-12-13T17:52:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pandeeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22786563#p22786563"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22786348#p22786348"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""Well... They look so nice, especially their newest toy trains. They must be using the best quality wood to make their toys and put a lot of effort into sculpting and painting each and every one of them! And I don't know what I would do with my children patients without the Miller toys. Normally, I have a lot of trouble treating kids but If I promise them one of the latest train models, they will bear all the pain in the world without a tear!""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Nelly, I cannot tell you how or where I got these files, but I think you should read this"". Evan hands her the copies of the Memo and Report stolen from the factory.<br/><br/>""I'll show Abraham these later, but Nelly. Something isn't right. There's something strange with the toys, and I'm worried the entire town is corrupt. Look."" He points to where the documents mention's the mayor's election. ""The Mayor, who was funded by Millers Toy Factory, also controls the police force. Millers is doing something illegal, and the Mayor is a corrupt pig! Most of all Nelly, Detective Carl, the man just outside not that long ago, is paid by the Mayor. Carl, for what we know right now, is working for them, and he was asking where you were! He's at best their pawn! Nelly, we need to do something about this, and I made a plan not that long ago. Would you be willing to help me expose what is happening here?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Nelly couldn't keep her laughter back when evan got to the part about the police force. She kept laughing and laughing and could barely make out the rest of Evan's words. - ""You have a really good sense of humor!"" - She Said after she finally stopped laughing. She then realized that Evan isn't joking. - ""The mayor is a really nice man, I say that even though he wouldn't let me leave this place for months now... but that was because He cares about this town and its people, I'm sure It's all a misunderstanding... I wonder why Inspector Carl wanted to speak to me though. Its probably something important."" - She said as she pulled out a shiny silver medal from her suitcase. - ""The Mayor gave me this beautiful medallion for my service."" - Doctor Nelly was really proud of her medallion."
7234,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=150,2014-12-13T17:55:00,New Abrahammia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pandeeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22786563#p22786563"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22786348#p22786348"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""Well... They look so nice, especially their newest toy trains. They must be using the best quality wood to make their toys and put a lot of effort into sculpting and painting each and every one of them! And I don't know what I would do with my children patients without the Miller toys. Normally, I have a lot of trouble treating kids but If I promise them one of the latest train models, they will bear all the pain in the world without a tear!""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Nelly, I cannot tell you how or where I got these files, but I think you should read this"". Evan hands her the copies of the Memo and Report stolen from the factory.<br/><br/>""I'll show Abraham these later, but Nelly. Something isn't right. There's something strange with the toys, and I'm worried the entire town is corrupt. Look."" He points to where the documents mention's the mayor's election. ""The Mayor, who was funded by Millers Toy Factory, also controls the police force. Millers is doing something illegal, and the Mayor is a corrupt pig! Most of all Nelly, Detective Carl, the man just outside not that long ago, is paid by the Mayor. Carl, for what we know right now, is working for them, and he was asking where you were! He's at best their pawn! Nelly, we need to do something about this, and I made a plan not that long ago. Would you be willing to help me expose what is happening here?""</div></blockquote><br/>Abraham makes a mental note to not murder Evan. Nelly still has to die, but Abraham could not let Evan know. Abraham was still eavesdropping, but at the same time, planning. He had one idea. Once he's healed, it can begin."
7235,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=150,2014-12-13T17:59:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22786857#p22786857"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pandeeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22786563#p22786563"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""Nelly, I cannot tell you how or where I got these files, but I think you should read this"". Evan hands her the copies of the Memo and Report stolen from the factory.<br/><br/>""I'll show Abraham these later, but Nelly. Something isn't right. There's something strange with the toys, and I'm worried the entire town is corrupt. Look."" He points to where the documents mention's the mayor's election. ""The Mayor, who was funded by Millers Toy Factory, also controls the police force. Millers is doing something illegal, and the Mayor is a corrupt pig! Most of all Nelly, Detective Carl, the man just outside not that long ago, is paid by the Mayor. Carl, for what we know right now, is working for them, and he was asking where you were! He's at best their pawn! Nelly, we need to do something about this, and I made a plan not that long ago. Would you be willing to help me expose what is happening here?""</div></blockquote><br/>Abraham makes a mental note to not murder Evan. Nelly still has to die, but Abraham could not let Evan know. Abraham was still eavesdropping, but at the same time, planning. He had one idea. Once he's healed, it can begin.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>In the patient room were all sorts of medical tools and medicines. Scissors, scalpels, Oils, Antibiotics and even cloroform... In the meantime though, The Injury worsened again. This time, it did hurt and bled even more."
7236,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=150,2014-12-13T18:05:00,New Abrahammia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22786903#p22786903"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22786857#p22786857"">wrote</a>:</cite>Abraham makes a mental note to not murder Evan. Nelly still has to die, but Abraham could not let Evan know. Abraham was still eavesdropping, but at the same time, planning. He had one idea. Once he's healed, it can begin.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>In the patient room were all sorts of medical tools and medicines. Scissors, scalpels, Oils, Antibiotics and even cloroform... In the meantime though, The Injury worsened again. This time, it did hurt and bled even more.</div></blockquote><br/>Abraham held back the scream he had built up and slipped a couple scalpels in one pocket, a little chloroform in the other, and a jar of the oils in his jacket pocket. Abraham then fell back on the hospital bed and screamed ""AAAAHHH!"" in an unreasonably loud way."
7237,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=150,2014-12-13T18:20:00,The Almighty Bob,"Alexander finished his meal and decided to investigate around the town for a while. Almost without even noticing, he began to stray from the road and wandered into the forests which surround the town. He had a decent sense of direction, so he wasn't afraid of getting lost. He wasn't sure what he was looking for, but he would know it when he found it."
7238,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=150,2014-12-13T18:27:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Almighty Bob <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22787159#p22787159"">wrote</a>:</cite>Alexander finished his meal and decided to investigate around the town for a while. Almost without even noticing, he began to stray from the road and wandered into the forests which surround the town. He had a decent sense of direction, so he wasn't afraid of getting lost. He wasn't sure what he was looking for, but he would know it when he found it.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>After walking In the forests for about 15 minutes, Alexunder stumbled upon a tree with a strange red symbol on its side.<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><img alt=""Image"" src=""https://pbs.twimg.com/profile_images/2083490706/symbol_coda_red.jpg""/></div></div></div>the paint on the tree was still a little fresh. Not far away was another tree with a very similar symbold... and another. Then Alexander found the Lumberjack's lodge, Deep in the forest.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">New location added: Lumberjack's Lodge</div></div></div>"
7239,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=150,2014-12-13T18:38:00,Pandeeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22786795#p22786795"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pandeeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22786563#p22786563"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""Nelly, I cannot tell you how or where I got these files, but I think you should read this"". Evan hands her the copies of the Memo and Report stolen from the factory.<br/><br/>""I'll show Abraham these later, but Nelly. Something isn't right. There's something strange with the toys, and I'm worried the entire town is corrupt. Look."" He points to where the documents mention's the mayor's election. ""The Mayor, who was funded by Millers Toy Factory, also controls the police force. Millers is doing something illegal, and the Mayor is a corrupt pig! Most of all Nelly, Detective Carl, the man just outside not that long ago, is paid by the Mayor. Carl, for what we know right now, is working for them, and he was asking where you were! He's at best their pawn! Nelly, we need to do something about this, and I made a plan not that long ago. Would you be willing to help me expose what is happening here?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Nelly couldn't keep her laughter back when evan got to the part about the police force. She kept laughing and laughing and could barely make out the rest of Evan's words. - ""You have a really good sense of humor!"" - She Said after she finally stopped laughing. She then realized that Evan isn't joking. - ""The mayor is a really nice man, I say that even though he wouldn't let me leave this place for months now... but that was because He cares about this town and its people, I'm sure It's all a misunderstanding... I wonder why Inspector Carl wanted to speak to me though. Its probably something important."" - She said as she pulled out a shiny silver medal from her suitcase. - ""The Mayor gave me this beautiful medallion for my service."" - Doctor Nelly was really proud of her medallion.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Did you fucking read the files?!"" Evan raised his voice. While he may have seem angry before, this is the first time Nelly genuinely saw Evan frustrated. ""It says right there that they helped him win his election! THE MAYOR WAS WAS PAID OUT BY THIS FACTORY BUSINESS, IT EVEN STATES HERE THAT THEY USED ILLEGAL MATERIALS TO MAKE THE TOYS THAT PEOPLE SO MYSERTOUSLY LOVE!"". Evan's finger was racing over the copied files, backing up every thing he said with the very text on the document.<br/><br/>""Jesus Nelly, I literally risked getting arrested for these. LOOK AT MY DAMN FINGERS."" He showed the cut up scarred finger tips. ""Just so I wouldn't get caught! Then, after all that, I come up with a plan to actually expose this and what do you do? You almost get myself caught THREE TIMES because you couldn't have been quiet enough when Carl was here, you somehow break in even though I thought I locked the door, you didn't even have th decency to knock, and then you spill stuff here!"" Evan grabs one of the marbles and flicks it across the room.<br/><br/>""And you know what? I actually trusted you. I took a leap of faith, thinking maybe if I showed you, you'd be on board with me. But instead you laugh at me. Don't you see, Nelly? Are you really that preoccupied with those random thoughts that you cannot see what is happening here? What about the Medallion? Don you think it maybe be messing with you? The Mayor himself, who GOT PAID OUT gave it to you."" After that, Evan took a deep breath and sat back in his chair."
7240,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=150,2014-12-13T19:15:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pandeeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22787391#p22787391"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22786795#p22786795"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Nelly couldn't keep her laughter back when evan got to the part about the police force. She kept laughing and laughing and could barely make out the rest of Evan's words. - ""You have a really good sense of humor!"" - She Said after she finally stopped laughing. She then realized that Evan isn't joking. - ""The mayor is a really nice man, I say that even though he wouldn't let me leave this place for months now... but that was because He cares about this town and its people, I'm sure It's all a misunderstanding... I wonder why Inspector Carl wanted to speak to me though. Its probably something important."" - She said as she pulled out a shiny silver medal from her suitcase. - ""The Mayor gave me this beautiful medallion for my service."" - Doctor Nelly was really proud of her medallion.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Did you fucking read the files?!"" Evan raised his voice. While he may have seem angry before, this is the first time Nelly genuinely saw Evan frustrated. ""It says right there that they helped him win his election! THE MAYOR WAS WAS PAID OUT BY THIS FACTORY BUSINESS, IT EVEN STATES HERE THAT THEY USED ILLEGAL MATERIALS TO MAKE THE TOYS THAT PEOPLE SO MYSERTOUSLY LOVE!"". Evan's finger was racing over the copied files, backing up every thing he said with the very text on the document. <br/><br/>""Jesus Nelly, I literally risked getting arrested for these. LOOK AT MY DAMN FINGERS."" He showed the cut up scarred finger tips. ""Just so I wouldn't get caught! Then, after all that, I come up with a plan to actually expose this and what do you do? You almost get myself caught THREE TIMES because you couldn't have been quiet enough when Carl was here, you somehow break in even though I thought I locked the door, you didn't even have th decency to knock, and then you spill stuff here!"" Evan grabs one of the marbles and flicks it across the room.<br/><br/>""And you know what? I actually trusted you. I took a leap of faith, thinking maybe if I showed you, you'd be on board with me. But instead you laugh at me. Don't you see, Nelly? Are you really that preoccupied with those random thoughts that you cannot see what is happening here? What about the Medallion? Don you think it maybe be messing with you? The Mayor himself, who GOT PAID OUT gave it to you."" After that, Evan took a deep breath and sat back in his chair.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Nelly was very frightened by Evan's change of tone. She still didn't know what happened to her after she arrived here but for some reason she felt that Evan is not to be trusted. He seemed disturbed and Irrational. - ""I looked at the papers..."" - She said with a thin voice - ""But I don't believe them! They look like forgery to me... anyone could have written them! It just doesn't make sense. Why would the mayor need help to win the elections? This is such a small town. Everybody knows everybody's secrets and the mayor didn't even have competition when running for office!"" - Nelly slowly walked to her almost fully packed suitcase. - ""How could this Medallion be messing with me, Evan? You are not superstitious, are you? You need to talk to Carl about this! I can promise you he will be very understanding... and sorry for breaking in. I didn't..."" - Nelly's face turned pale while she gazed at one of her bag of marbles..."
7241,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=150,2014-12-13T19:31:00,Pandeeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22787797#p22787797"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pandeeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22787391#p22787391"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""Did you fucking read the files?!"" Evan raised his voice. While he may have seem angry before, this is the first time Nelly genuinely saw Evan frustrated. ""It says right there that they helped him win his election! THE MAYOR WAS WAS PAID OUT BY THIS FACTORY BUSINESS, IT EVEN STATES HERE THAT THEY USED ILLEGAL MATERIALS TO MAKE THE TOYS THAT PEOPLE SO MYSERTOUSLY LOVE!"". Evan's finger was racing over the copied files, backing up every thing he said with the very text on the document. <br/><br/>""Jesus Nelly, I literally risked getting arrested for these. LOOK AT MY DAMN FINGERS."" He showed the cut up scarred finger tips. ""Just so I wouldn't get caught! Then, after all that, I come up with a plan to actually expose this and what do you do? You almost get myself caught THREE TIMES because you couldn't have been quiet enough when Carl was here, you somehow break in even though I thought I locked the door, you didn't even have th decency to knock, and then you spill stuff here!"" Evan grabs one of the marbles and flicks it across the room.<br/><br/>""And you know what? I actually trusted you. I took a leap of faith, thinking maybe if I showed you, you'd be on board with me. But instead you laugh at me. Don't you see, Nelly? Are you really that preoccupied with those random thoughts that you cannot see what is happening here? What about the Medallion? Don you think it maybe be messing with you? The Mayor himself, who GOT PAID OUT gave it to you."" After that, Evan took a deep breath and sat back in his chair.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Nelly was very frightened by Evan's change of tone. She still didn't know what happened to her after she arrived here but for some reason she felt that Evan is not to be trusted. He seemed disturbed and Irrational. - ""I looked at the papers..."" - She said with a thin voice - ""But I don't believe them! They look like forgery to me... anyone could have written them! It just doesn't make sense. Why would the mayor need help to win the elections? This is such a small town. Everybody knows everybody's secrets and the mayor didn't even have competition when running for office!"" - Nelly slowly walked to her almost fully packed suitcase. - ""How could this Medallion be messing with me, Evan? You are not superstitious, are you? You need to talk to Carl about this! I can promise you he will be very understanding... and sorry for breaking in. I didn't..."" - Nelly's face turned pale while she gazed at one of her bag of marbles...</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""It's okay"". Evan said. He began to turn empathetic ""I'm really sorry about that. It's just that, the last few days have been financially, emotionally, and physically exhausting. "" Evan got up, walked to the bathroom, closed the door behind him, put the files away, and walked back out.<br/><br/>""Nelly, you may not believe me now, but if there is any chance that you do change your mind, and wish to help me, please come back. Remember, you may just say the documents are forgery, but these are offical. Also, no, I cannot talk to Carl. I don't know what if he is actually aware of what is happening. It's to risky for me to show this to him, I first need further evidence that he's open to hearing this. So far, all the evidence points that he's working for them, so I cannot tell a thing.""<br/><br/>Evan suddenly turned slightly sinister with his next question. ""Now Nelly, since you believe the Mayor or the town has nothing to hide, you wouldn't mind me reporting you to the police. They've been asking me several times about your whereabouts. They seem fanatical to catch you, and whenever I ask them why they want you, they refuse to say anything else or just grow silent and walk away. It's quite mysterious even detective Carl was wondering if you left town yet, and told me personally to report you to him the instant I saw you."" The last sentence Evan put special emphasis on. ""So, you wouldn't mind me reporting you, correct?"""
7242,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=150,2014-12-13T19:49:00,New Abrahammia,"Abraham continues laying in his hospital bed, but instead of screaming for attention, Abraham chucks a pair of scissors at Evan's room, missing Evans and Nelly. He then says ""Evans, my back hurts."" Abraham needed medical attention, as his wound begun to really hurt."
7243,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=175,2014-12-13T20:01:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pandeeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22787963#p22787963"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22787797#p22787797"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Nelly was very frightened by Evan's change of tone. She still didn't know what happened to her after she arrived here but for some reason she felt that Evan is not to be trusted. He seemed disturbed and Irrational. - ""I looked at the papers..."" - She said with a thin voice - ""But I don't believe them! They look like forgery to me... anyone could have written them! It just doesn't make sense. Why would the mayor need help to win the elections? This is such a small town. Everybody knows everybody's secrets and the mayor didn't even have competition when running for office!"" - Nelly slowly walked to her almost fully packed suitcase. - ""How could this Medallion be messing with me, Evan? You are not superstitious, are you? You need to talk to Carl about this! I can promise you he will be very understanding... and sorry for breaking in. I didn't..."" - Nelly's face turned pale while she gazed at one of her bag of marbles...</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""It's okay"". Evan said. He began to turn empathetic ""I'm really sorry about that. It's just that, the last few days have been financially, emotionally, and physically exhausting. "" Evan got up, walked to the bathroom, closed the door behind him, put the files away, and walked back out.<br/><br/>""Nelly, you may not believe me now, but if there is any chance that you do change your mind, and wish to help me, please come back. Remember, you may just say the documents are forgery, but these are offical. Also, no, I cannot talk to Carl. I don't know what if he is actually aware of what is happening. It's to risky for me to show this to him, I first need further evidence that he's open to hearing this. So far, all the evidence points that he's working for them, so I cannot tell a thing.""<br/><br/>Evan suddenly turned slightly sinister with his next question. ""Now Nelly, since you believe the Mayor or the town has nothing to hide, you wouldn't mind me reporting you to the police. They've been asking me several times about your whereabouts. They seem fanatical to catch you, and whenever I ask them why they want you, they refuse to say anything else or just grow silent and walk away. It's quite mysterious even detective Carl was wondering if you left town yet, and told me personally to report you to him the instant I saw you."" The last sentence Evan put special emphasis on. ""So, you wouldn't mind me reporting you, correct?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Nelly was first calmed down by Evan backing off, then she became upset again due to his threats. But Why would the police be looking for her? None of this made sense. - ""I'll... I'll be gone now."" - She picked up the briefcase and hurled towards the front door. - ""Goodby, Mr... Brenzwel."""
7244,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=175,2014-12-13T20:51:00,Pandeeria,"""Nelly, remember, if you ever change your mind or wish to come talk to me again, please come visit. I'm not sure if communicating through the phones is, safe. Anyways, Dr. Nelly, I also suggest you avoid the police by any means possible. And goodbye.""<br/><br/>Evan grew disappointed and saddened when she left. If she was to be caught and arrested, it would not matter however. Anything she said could easily be written off as lies, since if they're looking for her she may know something, and to draw public attention to her like this would not bring any beenfit to the company. Abraham also was an witness undoubtably in Evan's favor, and they would have no other evidence for anything else. Hopefully if Nelly was given some time to think, she would come back to Evan. But again, rather she did or didn't, the essential plan will not be very different.<br/><br/>""I'm really sorry Abraham. Uh sir, what is your last name anyways?"" Evan asked as he injected more anesthetic. Instead of applying it, a direct injection made the pain subside a lot more quickly. Evan then began to re-clean the wound, out on bandages, switches, etcetera.<br/><br/>""So Abraham, I'm guessing you heard all of Nelly and I's conversation, as I meant you too. While Nelly was most definitely not as willing, I think you and I can discuss this matter."" Evan said just as he finsihed bandaging up the wound.<br/><br/>""Hmm, this wound looks,<span style=""font-style: italic"">odd</span>. Regardless, would you like to discuss the issue of the arsonist and the toy factory further?"""
7245,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=175,2014-12-13T20:55:00,Harkback Union,"Nelly left the office, perhaps for the last time in her life. She therefore said goodby not only to Evan. But to her workplace. She then walked towards the hotel.<br/><br/>For 30 minutes, Evan and Abraham would be left unbothered."
7246,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=175,2014-12-13T21:16:00,New Abrahammia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pandeeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22788877#p22788877"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Nelly, remember, if you ever change your mind or wish to come talk to me again, please come visit. I'm not sure if communicating through the phones is, safe. Anyways, Dr. Nelly, I also suggest you avoid the police by any means possible. And goodbye.""<br/><br/>Evan grew disappointed and saddened when she left. If she was to be caught and arrested, it would not matter however. Anything she said could easily be written off as lies, since if they're looking for her she may know something, and to draw public attention to her like this would not bring any beenfit to the company. Abraham also was an witness undoubtably in Evan's favor, and they would have no other evidence for anything else. Hopefully if Nelly was given some time to think, she would come back to Evan. But again, rather she did or didn't, the essential plan will not be very different.<br/><br/>""I'm really sorry Abraham. Uh sir, what is your last name anyways?"" Evan asked as he injected more anesthetic. Instead of applying it, a direct injection made the pain subside a lot more quickly. Evan then began to re-clean the wound, out on bandages, switches, etcetera.<br/><br/>""So Abraham, I'm guessing you heard all of Nelly and I's conversation, as I meant you too. While Nelly was most definitely not as willing, I think you and I can discuss this matter."" Evan said just as he finsihed bandaging up the wound.<br/><br/>""Hmm, this wound looks, <span style=""font-style: italic"">odd</span>. Regardless, would you like to discuss the issue of the arsonist and the toy factory further?""</div></blockquote><br/>""My last name is Floda. I shouldn't be telling you that, but I need someone I can trust. That lady that left, Nelly, do you know where she went? Where she lives? I can't let her know all the things you told her about me. I just need to… convince her of my innocence. In a place without any people around."""
7247,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=175,2014-12-14T08:10:00,Pandeeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22789134#p22789134"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pandeeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22788877#p22788877"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Nelly, remember, if you ever change your mind or wish to come talk to me again, please come visit. I'm not sure if communicating through the phones is, safe. Anyways, Dr. Nelly, I also suggest you avoid the police by any means possible. And goodbye.""<br/><br/>Evan grew disappointed and saddened when she left. If she was to be caught and arrested, it would not matter however. Anything she said could easily be written off as lies, since if they're looking for her she may know something, and to draw public attention to her like this would not bring any beenfit to the company. Abraham also was an witness undoubtably in Evan's favor, and they would have no other evidence for anything else. Hopefully if Nelly was given some time to think, she would come back to Evan. But again, rather she did or didn't, the essential plan will not be very different.<br/><br/>""I'm really sorry Abraham. Uh sir, what is your last name anyways?"" Evan asked as he injected more anesthetic. Instead of applying it, a direct injection made the pain subside a lot more quickly. Evan then began to re-clean the wound, out on bandages, switches, etcetera.<br/><br/>""So Abraham, I'm guessing you heard all of Nelly and I's conversation, as I meant you too. While Nelly was most definitely not as willing, I think you and I can discuss this matter."" Evan said just as he finsihed bandaging up the wound.<br/><br/>""Hmm, this wound looks, <span style=""font-style: italic"">odd</span>. Regardless, would you like to discuss the issue of the arsonist and the toy factory further?""</div></blockquote><br/>""My last name is Floda. I shouldn't be telling you that, but I need someone I can trust. That lady that left, Nelly, do you know where she went? Where she lives? I can't let her know all the things you told her about me. I just need to… convince her of my innocence. In a place without any people around.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""That's unacceptable. You're not going to convince her, whatever that means, and you're still hurt. It was her choice to not get involved, she will not get involved. Abraham, you really do need to think things through more carefully. Remember this morning with my own knife to my throat? Don't you remember how dumb that was? You cornered yourself, you lost in that situation because of your own actions. I'm a forgiving person, and I understand you were delirious, but if you are going to be useful, you need to think!""<br/><br/>Evan stood up. ""I'm going to expose what is happening here with this company, the mayor, Investigator Carl, and this whole damn town. I hope you help me, as it will probably benefit us both. However, we are working to expose a company that has corrupted the town's government. Abraham, this will be a cat and mouse game. A game that we will win if we're smart. Killing Nelly isnt smart, it doesn't beenfit us at all. Now, I'll be right back"".<br/><br/>Evan walked into a bathroom, closed the door, and reopened the door with two seperate papers. ""Here."" Evan handed the copied files to Abraham. They read as followed:<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""The Memo""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">The new toy trains are selling like hot cakes. Shop clerks tell us that not a single kid could pass in front of the shop without buying one of our wooden toys... There must be something special in the materials we use as similar Toys from Lorry and Charles Co. barely get sold! Its about time they tasted defeat. I suggest we keep making these wooden toys in even greater numbers and selling them in America.</div></div></div><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""The Letter""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">We need more of this dark brown wood. Its incredibly easy to work with! I know its illegal to cut it and all... but perhaps the mayor return the favor we gave him during the elections.</div></div></div><br/><br/>""They're only copies of the original files. Not even you can know the location of the orignals files. However, I have a plan to have this published in the local newspaper. I first want to know, Abraham Floda, are you in?"""
7248,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=175,2014-12-14T10:19:00,New Abrahammia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pandeeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22792686#p22792686"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22789134#p22789134"">wrote</a>:</cite>""My last name is Floda. I shouldn't be telling you that, but I need someone I can trust. That lady that left, Nelly, do you know where she went? Where she lives? I can't let her know all the things you told her about me. I just need to… convince her of my innocence. In a place without any people around.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""That's unacceptable. You're not going to convince her, whatever that means, and you're still hurt. It was her choice to not get involved, she will not get involved. Abraham, you really do need to think things through more carefully. Remember this morning with my own knife to my throat? Don't you remember how dumb that was? You cornered yourself, you lost in that situation because of your own actions. I'm a forgiving person, and I understand you were delirious, but if you are going to be useful, you need to think!""<br/><br/>Evan stood up. ""I'm going to expose what is happening here with this company, the mayor, Investigator Carl, and this whole damn town. I hope you help me, as it will probably benefit us both. However, we are working to expose a company that has corrupted the town's government. Abraham, this will be a cat and mouse game. A game that we will win if we're smart. Killing Nelly isnt smart, it doesn't beenfit us at all. Now, I'll be right back"".<br/><br/>Evan walked into a bathroom, closed the door, and reopened the door with two seperate papers. ""Here."" Evan handed the copied files to Abraham. They read as followed:<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""The Memo""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">The new toy trains are selling like hot cakes. Shop clerks tell us that not a single kid could pass in front of the shop without buying one of our wooden toys... There must be something special in the materials we use as similar Toys from Lorry and Charles Co. barely get sold! Its about time they tasted defeat. I suggest we keep making these wooden toys in even greater numbers and selling them in America.</div></div></div><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""The Letter""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">We need more of this dark brown wood. Its incredibly easy to work with! I know its illegal to cut it and all... but perhaps the mayor return the favor we gave him during the elections.</div></div></div><br/><br/>""They're only copies of the original files. Not even you can know the location of the orignals files. However, I have a plan to have this published in the local newspaper. I first want to know, Abraham Floda, are you in?""</div></blockquote><br/>Abraham looks at the letter and screams ""bastard!"" Abraham then looks up at Evan and says ""what have you got in mind? I was trying to lay low, stay away from town and all, so what do you need me to do? Does it require me getting an all black outfit and breaking into places to gather intel, or is it just get an army of lawyers?"""
7249,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=175,2014-12-14T14:29:00,Pandeeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22793553#p22793553"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pandeeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22792686#p22792686"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""That's unacceptable. You're not going to convince her, whatever that means, and you're still hurt. It was her choice to not get involved, she will not get involved. Abraham, you really do need to think things through more carefully. Remember this morning with my own knife to my throat? Don't you remember how dumb that was? You cornered yourself, you lost in that situation because of your own actions. I'm a forgiving person, and I understand you were delirious, but if you are going to be useful, you need to think!""<br/><br/>Evan stood up. ""I'm going to expose what is happening here with this company, the mayor, Investigator Carl, and this whole damn town. I hope you help me, as it will probably benefit us both. However, we are working to expose a company that has corrupted the town's government. Abraham, this will be a cat and mouse game. A game that we will win if we're smart. Killing Nelly isnt smart, it doesn't beenfit us at all. Now, I'll be right back"".<br/><br/>Evan walked into a bathroom, closed the door, and reopened the door with two seperate papers. ""Here."" Evan handed the copied files to Abraham. They read as followed:<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""The Memo""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">The new toy trains are selling like hot cakes. Shop clerks tell us that not a single kid could pass in front of the shop without buying one of our wooden toys... There must be something special in the materials we use as similar Toys from Lorry and Charles Co. barely get sold! Its about time they tasted defeat. I suggest we keep making these wooden toys in even greater numbers and selling them in America.</div></div></div><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""The Letter""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">We need more of this dark brown wood. Its incredibly easy to work with! I know its illegal to cut it and all... but perhaps the mayor return the favor we gave him during the elections.</div></div></div><br/><br/>""They're only copies of the original files. Not even you can know the location of the orignals files. However, I have a plan to have this published in the local newspaper. I first want to know, Abraham Floda, are you in?""</div></blockquote><br/>Abraham looks at the letter and screams ""bastard!"" Abraham then looks up at Evan and says ""what have you got in mind? I was trying to lay low, stay away from town and all, so what do you need me to do? Does it require me getting a black clothing and breaking into places to gather intel, or is it just get an army of lawyers?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Consider it more of a tes then anything"" Evan sat down. ""It says right there that Millers Toy Favtory paid out the Mayor. It wouldn't be crazy to think they have financial clout elsewhere. First things first, we need to draw them out first. Simply damaging their public opinion will do the trick. That's where you, I, and these copied files come in.""<br/><br/>Evan takes the copied files. ""These files we will give to the local news paper. If they don't publish it, it's safe to assume they too are paid out by Millers. If they do publish it, then it hurts their public opinion. It doesn't matter if the public doesn't believe them, it doesn't even matter if only person believes the leaked documents. Simply putting out the documents will warrant an investigation, create public paranoia, and there will definitely be people out there that will believe these copied files are legitimate. They are legitimate, but just like Nelly, I fear many will not believe it is. Anyways, I have a plan to get these copied files to the news paper. Well, not these files. Sadly these ones already have both mine and your finger prints on them. I'll go out and burn these, and print new ones with these."" Evan then puts on slick, black gloves which would hide his finger prints. Evan then put medical restraints on both of Abrahams hands to the table, out of reach of the door.<br/><br/>""I don't worry. I will be back in no more then five minutes. These restraints will simply pervent you from learning of the location of the original files. And will pervent you from seeing, things. So in the event that you're compromised, nothing will truly be lost. Evan got up, and closed the door behind him, not allowing Abraham to see what was happening.<br/><br/>After a few minutes, some strange grinding noises from the other side of the door, Evan walked back in. ""Here ya go"" Evan said as he removed the restraints. ""Sorry. However, now you have this.""<br/><br/>Evan sat a large, razor sharp knife on the table next to Abraham. ""those grinding noises? It was my sharpening this knife. I couldn't get you a military grade mine like mine, but this one will easily be enough. And here are the the newly printed files"". Evan held up newer looking copies, this time he wore his gloves.<br/><br/>""Everything is ready. We can set the plan into motion, though I first need to know, are you feeling well enough to walk normally, to run fast, and, if necessary, to be able to go into close combat using this?"" Evan handed Abraham the sharpened knife."
7250,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=175,2014-12-14T14:52:00,New Abrahammia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pandeeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22796215#p22796215"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22793553#p22793553"">wrote</a>:</cite>Abraham looks at the letter and screams ""bastard!"" Abraham then looks up at Evan and says ""what have you got in mind? I was trying to lay low, stay away from town and all, so what do you need me to do? Does it require me getting a black clothing and breaking into places to gather intel, or is it just get an army of lawyers?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Consider it more of a tes then anything"" Evan sat down. ""It says right there that Millers Toy Favtory paid out the Mayor. It wouldn't be crazy to think they have financial clout elsewhere. First things first, we need to draw them out first. Simply damaging their public opinion will do the trick. That's where you, I, and these copied files come in.""<br/><br/>Evan takes the copied files. ""These files we will give to the local news paper. If they don't publish it, it's safe to assume they too are paid out by Millers. If they do publish it, then it hurts their public opinion. It doesn't matter if the public doesn't believe them, it doesn't even matter if only person believes the leaked documents. Simply putting out the documents will warrant an investigation, create public paranoia, and there will definitely be people out there that will believe these copied files are legitimate. They are legitimate, but just like Nelly, I fear many will not believe it is. Anyways, I have a plan to get these copied files to the news paper. Well, not these files. Sadly these ones already have both mine and your finger prints on them. I'll go out and burn these, and print new ones with these."" Evan then puts on slick, black gloves which would hide his finger prints. Evan then put medical restraints on both of Abrahams hands to the table, out of reach of the door.<br/><br/>""I don't worry. I will be back in no more then five minutes. These restraints will simply pervent you from learning of the location of the original files. And will pervent you from seeing, things. So in the event that you're compromised, nothing will truly be lost. Evan got up, and closed the door behind him, not allowing Abraham to see what was happening.<br/><br/>After a few minutes, some strange grinding noises from the other side of the door, Evan walked back in. ""Here ya go"" Evan said as he removed the restraints. ""Sorry. However, now you have this.""<br/><br/>Evan sat a large, razor sharp knife on the table next to Abraham. ""those grinding noises? It was my sharpening this knife. I couldn't get you a military grade mine like mine, but this one will easily be enough. And here are the the newly printed files"". Evan held up newer looking copies, this time he wore his gloves. <br/><br/>""Everything is ready. We can set the plan into motion, though I first need to know, are you feeling well enough to walk normally, to run fast, and, if necessary, to be able to go into close combat using this?"" Evan handed Abraham the sharpened knife.</div></blockquote><br/>Abraham takes the sharpened knife Evan gave him. ""Here's an idea. Why don't I go into the woods to find some lumberjacks from their corporation chopping down Abrahamius est coolius? I'll catch 'em red handed. That'll surely damage their image. I'll need some money from you to get some food and a tent to stay there. I can't run around town, after all, the authorities are looking for me. They actually think I'm the arsonist! Can you believe that? Anyway, if your plan crumbles, I will burn down the new factory. Some brave soul that totally isn't me could do it, why can't I? Of course, that's plan B."""
7251,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=175,2014-12-14T14:57:00,Harkback Union,"After Doctor Nelly left, Evan and Abraham couldn't help feel that they are being watched... by someone... or something..."
7252,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=175,2014-12-14T15:34:00,Pandeeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22796535#p22796535"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pandeeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22796215#p22796215"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""Consider it more of a tes then anything"" Evan sat down. ""It says right there that Millers Toy Favtory paid out the Mayor. It wouldn't be crazy to think they have financial clout elsewhere. First things first, we need to draw them out first. Simply damaging their public opinion will do the trick. That's where you, I, and these copied files come in.""<br/><br/>Evan takes the copied files. ""These files we will give to the local news paper. If they don't publish it, it's safe to assume they too are paid out by Millers. If they do publish it, then it hurts their public opinion. It doesn't matter if the public doesn't believe them, it doesn't even matter if only person believes the leaked documents. Simply putting out the documents will warrant an investigation, create public paranoia, and there will definitely be people out there that will believe these copied files are legitimate. They are legitimate, but just like Nelly, I fear many will not believe it is. Anyways, I have a plan to get these copied files to the news paper. Well, not these files. Sadly these ones already have both mine and your finger prints on them. I'll go out and burn these, and print new ones with these."" Evan then puts on slick, black gloves which would hide his finger prints. Evan then put medical restraints on both of Abrahams hands to the table, out of reach of the door.<br/><br/>""I don't worry. I will be back in no more then five minutes. These restraints will simply pervent you from learning of the location of the original files. And will pervent you from seeing, things. So in the event that you're compromised, nothing will truly be lost. Evan got up, and closed the door behind him, not allowing Abraham to see what was happening.<br/><br/>After a few minutes, some strange grinding noises from the other side of the door, Evan walked back in. ""Here ya go"" Evan said as he removed the restraints. ""Sorry. However, now you have this.""<br/><br/>Evan sat a large, razor sharp knife on the table next to Abraham. ""those grinding noises? It was my sharpening this knife. I couldn't get you a military grade mine like mine, but this one will easily be enough. And here are the the newly printed files"". Evan held up newer looking copies, this time he wore his gloves. <br/><br/>""Everything is ready. We can set the plan into motion, though I first need to know, are you feeling well enough to walk normally, to run fast, and, if necessary, to be able to go into close combat using this?"" Evan handed Abraham the sharpened knife.</div></blockquote><br/>Abraham takes the sharpened knife Evan gave him. ""Here's an idea. Why don't I go into the woods to find some lumberjacks from their corporation chopping down Abrahamius est coolius? I'll catch 'em red handed. That'll surely damage their image. I'll need some money from you to get some food and a tent to stay there. I can't run around town, after all, the authorities are looking for me. They actually think I'm the arsonist! Can you believe that? Anyway, if your plan crumbles, I will burn down the new factory. Some brave soul that totally isn't me could do it, why can't I? Of course, that's plan B.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""That's not a good idea. If you catch them red handed, then what? You won't get any evidence, they would kill you."" Evan became paranoid from the sneaking instinct that they're being watched. He hushed his voice and whispered into Abraham's ear ""I think someone's outside, hearing us. Abraham, I have a question for you. How did you get injured, and what do the police and people want from you? I'll be honest, when I told you that I know what you did, that was a complete bluff, to simply calm you down. I didn't even know your name when I said that. But I want to know, who was that guy that seemed German, what he and the police want from you, and how you got hurt?""."
7253,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=175,2014-12-14T15:40:00,New Abrahammia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pandeeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22797266#p22797266"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22796535#p22796535"">wrote</a>:</cite>Abraham takes the sharpened knife Evan gave him. ""Here's an idea. Why don't I go into the woods to find some lumberjacks from their corporation chopping down Abrahamius est coolius? I'll catch 'em red handed. That'll surely damage their image. I'll need some money from you to get some food and a tent to stay there. I can't run around town, after all, the authorities are looking for me. They actually think I'm the arsonist! Can you believe that? Anyway, if your plan crumbles, I will burn down the new factory. Some brave soul that totally isn't me could do it, why can't I? Of course, that's plan B.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""That's not a good idea. If you catch them red handed, then what? You won't get any evidence, they would kill you."" Evan became paranoid from the sneaking instinct that they're being watched. He hushed his voice and whispered into Abraham's ear ""I think someone's outside, hearing us. Abraham, I have a question for you. How did you get injured, and what do the police and people want from you? I'll be honest, when I told you that I know what you did, that was a complete bluff, to simply calm you down. I didn't even know your name when I said that. But I want to know, who was that guy that seemed German, what he and the police want from you, and how you got hurt?"".</div></blockquote><br/>""They think I am the arsonist that burnt down the factory. Can you believe that? I got hurt fighting monsters. I think the best thing to do now is leave the hospital undetected. We should probably leave town, like right now. Let's go to The Gray Manor. That homeowner is a nice man.The place did seem a little creepy, but you'll get used to it."""
7254,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=175,2014-12-14T15:46:00,Pandeeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22797371#p22797371"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pandeeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22797266#p22797266"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""That's not a good idea. If you catch them red handed, then what? You won't get any evidence, they would kill you."" Evan became paranoid from the sneaking instinct that they're being watched. He hushed his voice and whispered into Abraham's ear ""I think someone's outside, hearing us. Abraham, I have a question for you. How did you get injured, and what do the police and people want from you? I'll be honest, when I told you that I know what you did, that was a complete bluff, to simply calm you down. I didn't even know your name when I said that. But I want to know, who was that guy that seemed German, what he and the police want from you, and how you got hurt?"".</div></blockquote><br/>""They think I am the arsonist that burnt down the factory. Can you believe that? I got hurt fighting monsters. I think the best thing to do now is leave the hospital undetected. We should probably leave town, like right now. Let's go to The Gray Manor. That homeowner is a nice man.The place did seem a little creepy, but you'll get used to it.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Are you alright? We aren't at the hospital. We're at my office slash home."" Evan said. He then paused a second and stared at Abraham as if he was insane. ""I know I might sound like a crazy conspiracy theorist with all my talking about a corrupt government and evil toy factory, but did you just say you were fighting monsters?"""
7255,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=175,2014-12-14T15:51:00,New Abrahammia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pandeeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22797452#p22797452"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22797371#p22797371"">wrote</a>:</cite>""They think I am the arsonist that burnt down the factory. Can you believe that? I got hurt fighting monsters. I think the best thing to do now is leave the hospital undetected. We should probably leave town, like right now. Let's go to The Gray Manor. That homeowner is a nice man.The place did seem a little creepy, but you'll get used to it.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Are you alright? We aren't at the hospital. We're at my office slash home."" Evan said. He then paused a second and stared at Abraham as if he was insane. ""I know I might sound like a crazy conspiracy theorist, but did you just say you were fighting monsters?""</div></blockquote><br/>""Can we just skip town already? Every second we spend here is another second wasted. They could barge down the door any second and arrest me even though I did not burn down the toy factory. I was totally fighting monsters. Ones with tentacles. Does that answer all your questions?"""
7256,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=175,2014-12-14T15:54:00,Pandeeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22797543#p22797543"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pandeeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22797452#p22797452"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""Are you alright? We aren't at the hospital. We're at my office slash home."" Evan said. He then paused a second and stared at Abraham as if he was insane. ""I know I might sound like a crazy conspiracy theorist, but did you just say you were fighting monsters?""</div></blockquote><br/>""Can we just skip town already? Every second we spend here is another second wasted. They could barge down the door any second and arrest me even though I did not burn down the toy factory. I was totally fighting monsters. Ones with tentacles. Does that answer all your questions?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Evan realized that what he was feeling right now was probably how Nelly felt when Evan explained to her the documents.<br/><br/>""Abraham. I don't know what is happening, but we cannot leave town just yet. Are the police actively searching for you right now? If so, then you can wear the disguise."""
7257,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=175,2014-12-14T16:03:00,New Abrahammia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pandeeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22797593#p22797593"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22797543#p22797543"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Can we just skip town already? Every second we spend here is another second wasted. They could barge down the door any second and arrest me even though I did not burn down the toy factory. I was totally fighting monsters. Ones with tentacles. Does that answer all your questions?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Evan realized that what he was feeling right now was probably how Nelly felt when Evan explained to her the documents. <br/><br/>""Abraham. I don't know what is happening, but we cannot leave town just yet. Are the police actively searching for you right now? If so, then you can wear the disguise.""</div></blockquote><br/>""I don't know if they're actively searching for me. They probably are. Do you have one of those surgeon's masks? Right now, what I want to do is leave town undetected and find the real arsonist. I'll bring him to justice to clear my name. Can you help me do that?"""
7258,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=175,2014-12-14T17:48:00,Pandeeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22797704#p22797704"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pandeeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22797593#p22797593"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Evan realized that what he was feeling right now was probably how Nelly felt when Evan explained to her the documents. <br/><br/>""Abraham. I don't know what is happening, but we cannot leave town just yet. Are the police actively searching for you right now? If so, then you can wear the disguise.""</div></blockquote><br/>""I don't know if they're actively searching for me. They probably are. Do you have one of those surgeon's masks? Right now, what I want to do is leave town undetected and find the real arsonist. I'll bring him to justice to clear my name. Can you help me do that?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Unfortunately, I cannot help you. I have my own things to do. I'l make you a deal. If the police or anyone stops by and asks if I still have you, since you are offically my patient, I'll tell them you simply disappeared and never heard since. But in return, this conversation of a corrupt government, stolen documents, etcetera, never happened. Deal?"""
7259,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=175,2014-12-14T17:59:00,New Abrahammia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pandeeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22798852#p22798852"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22797704#p22797704"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I don't know if they're actively searching for me. They probably are. Do you have one of those surgeon's masks? Right now, what I want to do is leave town undetected and find the real arsonist. I'll bring him to justice to clear my name. Can you help me do that?""</div></blockquote><br/>""Unfortunately, I cannot help you. I have my own things to do. I'l make you a deal. If the police or anyone stops by and asks if I still have you, since you are offically my patient, I'll tell them you simply disappeared and never heard since. But in return, this conversation of a corrupt government, stolen documents, etcetera, never happened. Deal?""</div></blockquote><br/>""And who would I tell? So, deal. Also, can I have some money for the road? I need money for stuff and things. Namely food. I gotta eat and you've got tons of money for doctoring."""
7260,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=175,2014-12-14T18:13:00,Pandeeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22799001#p22799001"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pandeeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22798852#p22798852"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Unfortunately, I cannot help you. I have my own things to do. I'l make you a deal. If the police or anyone stops by and asks if I still have you, since you are offically my patient, I'll tell them you simply disappeared and never heard since. But in return, this conversation of a corrupt government, stolen documents, etcetera, never happened. Deal?""</div></blockquote><br/>""And who would I tell? So, deal. Also, can I have some money for the road? I need money for stuff and things. Namely food. I gotta eat and you've got tons of money for doctoring.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Here"". Evan handed 25 Canadian Dollars to Abraham.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""OOC""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Since this is 1925, Inflation adjusted that's just slightly under 340$ today.</div></div></div><br/><br/>""Abraham, all I can honestly say is good luck. I wish you'd come and help me with my plans, but I see we both have different intentions. Perhaps with this strangeness of the town, and the trouble we both will inevitably get in, our paths may cross again.""<br/><br/>Evan stood back up, and whispered again. ""I think someone is outside. Abraham, you should go through the back door. I'll check who it is. You should get going.""<br/><br/>Evan walked up to the front door and mouthed ""good bye"" befor turning forward and opening to see who it was that was outside."
7261,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=175,2014-12-14T18:23:00,New Abrahammia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pandeeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22799137#p22799137"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22799001#p22799001"">wrote</a>:</cite>""And who would I tell? So, deal. Also, can I have some money for the road? I need money for stuff and things. Namely food. I gotta eat and you've got tons of money for doctoring.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Here"". Evan handed 25 Canadian Dollars to Abraham.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""OOC""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Since this is 1925, Inflation adjusted that's just slightly under 340$ today.</div></div></div> <br/><br/>""Abraham, all I can honestly say is good luck. I wish you'd come and help me with my plans, but I see we both have different intentions. Perhaps with this strangeness of the town, and the trouble we both will inevitably get in, our paths may cross again."" <br/><br/>Evan stood back up, and whispered again. ""I think someone is outside. Abraham, you should go through the back door. I'll check who it is. You should get going."" <br/><br/>Evan walked up to the front door and mouthed ""good bye"" befor turning forward and opening to see who it was that was outside.</div></blockquote><br/>Abraham left through the back door, trying to go undetected. Abraham went back to the Gray Manor, trying to avoid anyone on the way there. Abraham hoped the baton still had the same warm attitude towards guests that he had before."
7262,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=175,2014-12-14T23:47:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22799272#p22799272"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pandeeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22799137#p22799137"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""Here"". Evan handed 25 Canadian Dollars to Abraham.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""OOC""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Since this is 1925, Inflation adjusted that's just slightly under 340$ today.</div></div></div> <br/><br/>""Abraham, all I can honestly say is good luck. I wish you'd come and help me with my plans, but I see we both have different intentions. Perhaps with this strangeness of the town, and the trouble we both will inevitably get in, our paths may cross again."" <br/><br/>Evan stood back up, and whispered again. ""I think someone is outside. Abraham, you should go through the back door. I'll check who it is. You should get going."" <br/><br/>Evan walked up to the front door and mouthed ""good bye"" befor turning forward and opening to see who it was that was outside.</div></blockquote><br/>Abraham left through the back door, trying to go undetected. Abraham went back to the Gray Manor, trying to avoid anyone on the way there. Abraham hoped the baton still had the same warm attitude towards guests that he had before.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Ah, Abraham. Have you seen Alexander? I wanted to talk to him about... something important."" - The baron said when abraham arrived - ""Also, Don't worry about the door. I already fixed it!"" - He added proudly from his comfortable armchair before he poured himself some tea - ""Would you care for a cup of tea?"""
7263,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=175,2014-12-14T23:54:00,Harkback Union,"Shortly after Abraham left, Inspector Carl knocked on the door again. He held a brown briefcase in his hands and looked very excited. He also wore a tie.<br/><br/>Meanwhile outside, dark clouds were gathering on the horizon."
7264,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=175,2014-12-15T05:16:00,New Abrahammia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22802245#p22802245"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22799272#p22799272"">wrote</a>:</cite>Abraham left through the back door, trying to go undetected. Abraham went back to the Gray Manor, trying to avoid anyone on the way there. Abraham hoped the baton still had the same warm attitude towards guests that he had before.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Ah, Abraham. Have you seen Alexander? I wanted to talk to him about... something important."" - The baron said when abraham arrived - ""Also, Don't worry about the door. I already fixed it!"" - He added proudly from his comfortable armchair before he poured himself some tea - ""Would you care for a cup of tea?""</div></blockquote><br/>""Alexander? Is that the rich guy that denied me money? I haven't seen him. I guess I could stay for tea."" Abraham sat down wherever he could. ""So, how was your day?"""
7265,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=175,2014-12-15T05:24:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22803736#p22803736"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22802245#p22802245"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""Ah, Abraham. Have you seen Alexander? I wanted to talk to him about... something important."" - The baron said when abraham arrived - ""Also, Don't worry about the door. I already fixed it!"" - He added proudly from his comfortable armchair before he poured himself some tea - ""Would you care for a cup of tea?""</div></blockquote><br/>""Alexander? Is that the rich guy that denied me money? I haven't seen him. I guess I could stay for tea."" Abraham sat down wherever he could. ""So, how was your day?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""My day? I was... working upstairs, first on my garden. I fed the fish... and I watered the plants. Then I went on to repair the door. Please, next time pay more attention to the door's integrity."" - Said the baron while handing abraham a cup of tea. - ""Now, may I ask how was your day?"""
7266,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=175,2014-12-15T05:32:00,New Abrahammia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22803759#p22803759"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22803736#p22803736"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Alexander? Is that the rich guy that denied me money? I haven't seen him. I guess I could stay for tea."" Abraham sat down wherever he could. ""So, how was your day?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""My day? I was... working upstairs, first on my garden. I fed the fish... and I watered the plants. Then I went on to repair the door. Please, next time pay more attention to the door's integrity."" - Said the baron while handing abraham a cup of tea. - ""Now, may I ask how was your day?""</div></blockquote><br/>""Well, I only knocked down the door because I had to enter before he esca- nevermind why. Today, I threatened a guy with a large knife, I went to the doctor who was chit chatting in the next room instead of helping me, I paid Rueback's farm a visit, and that's pretty much it."""
7267,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=175,2014-12-15T05:43:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22803793#p22803793"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22803759#p22803759"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""My day? I was... working upstairs, first on my garden. I fed the fish... and I watered the plants. Then I went on to repair the door. Please, next time pay more attention to the door's integrity."" - Said the baron while handing abraham a cup of tea. - ""Now, may I ask how was your day?""</div></blockquote><br/>""Well, I only knocked down the door because I had to enter before he esca- nevermind why. Today, I threatened a guy with a large knife, I went to the doctor who was chit chatting in the next room instead of helping me, I paid Rueback's farm a visit, and that's pretty much it.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Ah, Herr Ruebeck. He has great understanding of life. He is no ordinary farmer I can tell you. He came by a few days ago and brought me some seeds. He said I should grow them in a terrarium, but I think my garden will be warm enough for them!"""
7268,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=200,2014-12-15T05:51:00,New Abrahammia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22803835#p22803835"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22803793#p22803793"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Well, I only knocked down the door because I had to enter before he esca- nevermind why. Today, I threatened a guy with a large knife, I went to the doctor who was chit chatting in the next room instead of helping me, I paid Rueback's farm a visit, and that's pretty much it.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Ah, Herr Ruebeck. He has great understanding of life. He is no ordinary farmer I can tell you. He came by a few days ago and brought me some seeds. He said I should grow them in a terrarium, but I think my garden will be warm enough for them!""</div></blockquote><br/>""He had some crazy stuff in his cellar. Things I could only describe as monsters. And a mailbox, robot thing. Anyway, he got knocked out at one point and so I had to un knock him out with a bucket of water. It was pretty cool. So, anyway, you have any family? Is there a Mrs. Baron?"""
7269,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=200,2014-12-15T05:52:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22803876#p22803876"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22803835#p22803835"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""Ah, Herr Ruebeck. He has great understanding of life. He is no ordinary farmer I can tell you. He came by a few days ago and brought me some seeds. He said I should grow them in a terrarium, but I think my garden will be warm enough for them!""</div></blockquote><br/> ""He had some crazy stuff in his cellar. Things I could only describe as monsters. And a mailbox, robot thing. Anyway, he got knocked out at one point and so I had to un knock him out with a bucket of water. It was pretty cool. So, anyway, you have any family? Is there a Mrs. Baron?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""No, I'm afraid... Puddle is all my family."" - Said the baron while he stood up, walked to the window and gazed outside in a very sophisticated manner. The suddenly, Barking could be heard from upstairs."
7270,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=200,2014-12-15T06:06:00,New Abrahammia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22803885#p22803885"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22803876#p22803876"">wrote</a>:</cite> ""He had some crazy stuff in his cellar. Things I could only describe as monsters. And a mailbox, robot thing. Anyway, he got knocked out at one point and so I had to un knock him out with a bucket of water. It was pretty cool. So, anyway, you have any family? Is there a Mrs. Baron?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""No, I'm afraid... Puddle is all my family."" - Said the baron while he stood up, walked to the window and gazed outside in a very sophisticated manner. The suddenly, Barking could be heard from upstairs.</div></blockquote><br/>""Puddle is your dog, I presume? I'm sorry to hear he's your only family. Shall I just call you Baron or do you have a name?"" Abraham sips his tea as he stares at the Baron."
7271,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=200,2014-12-15T06:14:00,Harkback Union,"""Baron Arnould, I believe we forgot to introduce ourselves yesterday. Please excuse me, I must take a look upstairs."" - Puddle's continued barking made the baron wonder what could be going on...<br/><br/>Inside the room where the 2 man where was a large painting of another baron, A fireplace and an antique bookshelf... aside from the armchairs, the coffee table and the curtains."
7272,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=200,2014-12-15T07:03:00,New Abrahammia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22803968#p22803968"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Baron Arnould, I believe we forgot to introduce ourselves yesterday. Please excuse me, I must take a look upstairs."" - Puddle's continued barking made the baron wonder what could be going on...<br/><br/>Inside the room where the 2 man where was a large painting of another baron, A fireplace and an antique bookshelf... aside from the armchairs, the coffee table and the curtains.</div></blockquote><br/>Abraham took out a book randomly from the bookshelf, sat at one of the armchairs, opened the first page of the book, and fell asleep. Abraham had not read a single word of the book before falling asleep right then and there."
7273,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=200,2014-12-15T07:18:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22804212#p22804212"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22803968#p22803968"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Baron Arnould, I believe we forgot to introduce ourselves yesterday. Please excuse me, I must take a look upstairs."" - Puddle's continued barking made the baron wonder what could be going on...<br/><br/>Inside the room where the 2 man where was a large painting of another baron, A fireplace and an antique bookshelf... aside from the armchairs, the coffee table and the curtains.</div></blockquote><br/>Abraham took out a book randomly from the bookshelf, sat at one of the armchairs, opened the first page of the book, and fell asleep. Abraham had not read a single word of the book before falling asleep right then and there.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Abraham's dreams was invaded again, this time by plants.<br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""BigSpoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">""We'll eat you"" - They whispered as they encroached upon Abraham - ""Dinner Time"" - Then suddenly, A faceless man appeared in his vision. - ""Kill Ruebeck! You must... Kill him."" - He said, despite lacking a mouth to say it with. The faceless man then showed Abraham a vision of Providence getting eaten alive by man eating plants. - ""This cannot happen! My trees shall destroy this wretched town, not that lunatic ruebeck"" - the vision switched to the forests. - ""We need to stop ruebeck from distributing his plants! Or else our plan will never be fulfilled... The trees need more time to awaken!"" - The vision was suddenly interrupted by a barking dog... Puddle.</div></div></div>"
7274,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=200,2014-12-15T08:40:00,New Abrahammia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22804302#p22804302"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22804212#p22804212"">wrote</a>:</cite>Abraham took out a book randomly from the bookshelf, sat at one of the armchairs, opened the first page of the book, and fell asleep. Abraham had not read a single word of the book before falling asleep right then and there.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Abraham's dreams was invaded again, this time by plants.<br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""BigSpoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">""We'll eat you"" - They whispered as they encroached upon Abraham - ""Dinner Time"" - Then suddenly, A faceless man appeared in his vision. - ""Kill Ruebeck! You must... Kill him."" - He said, despite lacking a mouth to say it with. The faceless man then showed Abraham a vision of Providence getting eaten alive by man eating plants. - ""This cannot happen! My trees shall destroy this wretched town, not that lunatic ruebeck"" - the vision switched to the forests. - ""We need to stop ruebeck from distributing his plants! Or else our plan will never be fulfilled... The trees need more time to awaken!"" - The vision was suddenly interrupted by a barking dog... Puddle.</div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/>""Baron Arnold, do you by any chance have a bottle of alcohol? I also need a handkerchief, sock, something like that. And a matchbox. I need those things for totally legal reasons that you should not be suspicious of at all."""
7275,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=200,2014-12-15T09:31:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22804975#p22804975"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22804302#p22804302"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Abraham's dreams was invaded again, this time by plants.<br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""BigSpoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">""We'll eat you"" - They whispered as they encroached upon Abraham - ""Dinner Time"" - Then suddenly, A faceless man appeared in his vision. - ""Kill Ruebeck! You must... Kill him."" - He said, despite lacking a mouth to say it with. The faceless man then showed Abraham a vision of Providence getting eaten alive by man eating plants. - ""This cannot happen! My trees shall destroy this wretched town, not that lunatic ruebeck"" - the vision switched to the forests. - ""We need to stop ruebeck from distributing his plants! Or else our plan will never be fulfilled... The trees need more time to awaken!"" - The vision was suddenly interrupted by a barking dog... Puddle.</div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/>""Baron Arnold, do you by any chance have a bottle of alcohol? I also need a handkerchief, sock, something like that. And a matchbox. I need those things for totally legal reasons that you should not be suspicious of at all.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>But Baron Arnold didn't reply. In fact, He wasn't in the room! What a Shame... Puddle on the other hand viciously chewed on Abraham's shoes. Also, The fireplace was no longer burning."
7276,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=200,2014-12-15T10:23:00,New Abrahammia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22805344#p22805344"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22804975#p22804975"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Baron Arnold, do you by any chance have a bottle of alcohol? I also need a handkerchief, sock, something like that. And a matchbox. I need those things for totally legal reasons that you should not be suspicious of at all.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>But Baron Arnold didn't reply. In fact, He wasn't in the room! What a Shame... Puddle on the other hand viciously chewed on Abraham's shoes. Also, The fireplace was no longer burning.</div></blockquote><br/>Abraham walks down the staircase, looking for the Baron or the kitchen. Abraham was a little hungry after not eating much since he got to town. Abraham attempts to not make noise, hoping that he could grab a bottle of booze without him noticing."
7277,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=200,2014-12-15T10:37:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22805747#p22805747"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22805344#p22805344"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>But Baron Arnold didn't reply. In fact, He wasn't in the room! What a Shame... Puddle on the other hand viciously chewed on Abraham's shoes. Also, The fireplace was no longer burning.</div></blockquote><br/>Abraham walks down the staircase, looking for the Baron or the kitchen. Abraham was a little hungry after not eating much since he got to town. Abraham attempts to not make noise, hoping that he could grab a bottle of booze without him noticing.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>There wasn't much booze in the kitchen, or food, for that matter, but there was a cellar door what might be a wine cellar... meanwhile, the dog kept following Abraham and barking loudly."
7278,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=200,2014-12-15T10:39:00,New Abrahammia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22805860#p22805860"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22805747#p22805747"">wrote</a>:</cite>Abraham walks down the staircase, looking for the Baron or the kitchen. Abraham was a little hungry after not eating much since he got to town. Abraham attempts to not make noise, hoping that he could grab a bottle of booze without him noticing.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>There wasn't much booze in the kitchen, or food, for that matter, but there was a cellar door what might be a wine cellar... meanwhile, the dog kept following Abraham and barking loudly.</div></blockquote><br/>Abraham opened the door to what could be a wine cellar. Abraham then looks at the place. If it is too dark, Abraham enters and gropes the wall for a light switch."
7279,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=200,2014-12-15T10:43:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22805882#p22805882"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22805860#p22805860"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>There wasn't much booze in the kitchen, or food, for that matter, but there was a cellar door what might be a wine cellar... meanwhile, the dog kept following Abraham and barking loudly.</div></blockquote><br/>Abraham opened the door to what could be a wine cellar. Abraham then looks at the place. If it is too dark, Abraham enters and gropes the wall for a light switch.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>There is indeed a light switch on the wall, but it is no wine cellar..."
7280,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=200,2014-12-15T10:46:00,New Abrahammia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22805897#p22805897"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22805882#p22805882"">wrote</a>:</cite>Abraham opened the door to what could be a wine cellar. Abraham then looks at the place. If it is too dark, Abraham enters and gropes the wall for a light switch.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>There is indeed a light switch on the wall, but it is no wine cellar...</div></blockquote><br/>Abraham looks around the room to determine what kind of room he is inside. Abraham looks around as he pets Puddle."
7281,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=200,2014-12-15T13:33:00,New Abrahammia,"Abraham emerges from the cellar, sword in hand and rope around waist. Abraham hollers ""hey, Barron! I need to borrow your sword! And this rope! Is that okay? I'll bring it back eventually!"""
7282,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=200,2014-12-15T13:37:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22807368#p22807368"">wrote</a>:</cite>Abraham emerges from the cellar, sword in hand and rope around waist. Abraham hollers ""hey, Barron! I need to borrow your sword! And this rope! Is that okay? I'll bring it back eventually!""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""..."" - The baron still didn't reply. His whereabouts remained a mystery, for now. The dog disappeared as well. There was also a very unsettling atmosphere in the manor. Wind blew out the few candles the burned during the day and made the curtains dance around..."
7283,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=200,2014-12-15T13:42:00,New Abrahammia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22807393#p22807393"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22807368#p22807368"">wrote</a>:</cite>Abraham emerges from the cellar, sword in hand and rope around waist. Abraham hollers ""hey, Barron! I need to borrow your sword! And this rope! Is that okay? I'll bring it back eventually!""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""..."" - The baron still didn't reply. His whereabouts remained a mystery, for now. The dog disappeared as well. There was also a very unsettling atmosphere in the manor. Wind blew out the few candles the burned during the day and made the curtains dance around...</div></blockquote><br/>Abraham was a bit creeped out by the manor and just continues with his plan. Abraham ventures into the forest to find and kidnap a lumberjack. If Abraham could make a lumberjack admit to chopping down rare trees, it could strengthen Evan's case against the corporation."
7284,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=200,2014-12-15T15:00:00,Pandeeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22802276#p22802276"">wrote</a>:</cite>Shortly after Abraham left, Inspector Carl knocked on the door again. He held a brown briefcase in his hands and looked very excited. He also wore a tie.<br/><br/>Meanwhile outside, dark clouds were gathering on the horizon.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Evan sighed, frustrated that he could not possibly be left alone.<br/><br/>Evan drugged to the door, before perking up his mood to look happy again. ""Hello! How can I help you now, detective Carl?"""
7285,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=200,2014-12-16T12:47:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pandeeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22808131#p22808131"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22802276#p22802276"">wrote</a>:</cite>Shortly after Abraham left, Inspector Carl knocked on the door again. He held a brown briefcase in his hands and looked very excited. He also wore a tie.<br/><br/>Meanwhile outside, dark clouds were gathering on the horizon.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Evan sighed, frustrated that he could not possibly be left alone. <br/><br/>Evan drugged to the door, before perking up his mood to look happy again. ""Hello! How can I help you now, detective Carl?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""I must talk to you about your most recent patient, brought here be Farmer Ruebeck... is he still around by any chance?"" - Detective Carl didn't seem to be in a good mood. - ""Mind if I come in? Its getting cold out here."" - He added while walking inside and taking off his hat. He then went on to look into every room on the ground floor... as if he had a search warrant."
7286,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=200,2014-12-16T16:45:00,Pandeeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22818295#p22818295"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pandeeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22808131#p22808131"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Evan sighed, frustrated that he could not possibly be left alone. <br/><br/>Evan drugged to the door, before perking up his mood to look happy again. ""Hello! How can I help you now, detective Carl?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""I must talk to you about your most recent patient, brought here be Farmer Ruebeck... is he still around by any chance?"" - Detective Carl didn't seem to be in a good mood. - ""Mind if I come in? Its getting cold out here."" - He added while walking inside and taking off his hat. He then went on to look into every room on the ground floor... as if he had a search warrant.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Evan became more annoyed then nervous. ""Umm, what are you doing?"" he asked bluntly. ""I didn't even say yes, you just walked in. And why are you searching around? Carl, you cannot just invite yourself in. Come sit down in the main room, and let's discuss the patient."""
7287,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=200,2014-12-17T01:55:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pandeeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22820672#p22820672"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22818295#p22818295"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""I must talk to you about your most recent patient, brought here be Farmer Ruebeck... is he still around by any chance?"" - Detective Carl didn't seem to be in a good mood. - ""Mind if I come in? Its getting cold out here."" - He added while walking inside and taking off his hat. He then went on to look into every room on the ground floor... as if he had a search warrant.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Evan became more annoyed then nervous. ""Umm, what are you doing?"" he asked bluntly. ""I didn't even say yes, you just walked in. And why are you searching around? Carl, you cannot just invite yourself in. Come sit down in the main room, and let's discuss the patient.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""All right... Lets do that."" - He said while picking up another marble from the floor. After that, He sat down in the main room, took a shot from his flask and coughed a little. - ""So, what kind of injuries did he have? And what did he say?"""
7288,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=200,2014-12-17T15:38:00,Pandeeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22824871#p22824871"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pandeeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22820672#p22820672"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Evan became more annoyed then nervous. ""Umm, what are you doing?"" he asked bluntly. ""I didn't even say yes, you just walked in. And why are you searching around? Carl, you cannot just invite yourself in. Come sit down in the main room, and let's discuss the patient.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""All right... Lets do that."" - He said while picking up another marble from the floor. After that, He sat down in the main room, took a shot from his flask and coughed a little. - ""So, what kind of injuries did he have? And what did he say?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""He was in a delirious state. Officially speaking, he said he fought monsters. Though he obviously didn't, he was just messed up from the injury, blood loss, and emotional truma from whatever happened. As for his injury, it was a deep cut. The strange thing is that without a doubt, I can confirm that it was inflicted intentionally, and I'm guessing from someone else.""<br/><br/>Evan realized that he had to buy as much time as possible for Abraham to get out of town. ""What else do ya need to know, Carl?"""
7289,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=200,2014-12-18T03:44:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pandeeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22830639#p22830639"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22824871#p22824871"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""All right... Lets do that."" - He said while picking up another marble from the floor. After that, He sat down in the main room, took a shot from his flask and coughed a little. - ""So, what kind of injuries did he have? And what did he say?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""He was in a delirious state. Officially speaking, he said he fought monsters. Though he obviously didn't, he was just messed up from the injury, blood loss, and emotional truma from whatever happened. As for his injury, it was a deep cut. The strange thing is that without a doubt, I can confirm that it was inflicted intentionally, and I'm guessing from someone else."" <br/><br/>Evan realized that he had to buy as much time as possible for Abraham to get out of town. ""What else do ya need to know, Carl?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Why did you lie about Nelly?"" - Carl asked a question and accused Evan in the same sentence. - ""I saw her come out of your office from the Town hall with a luggage shortly after I left... and she seemed to be in a very bad mood... Then I saw that man leave. The one you treated. I followed him for a very short while, he went into the forests..."" - Carl really enjoyed this. - ""What have you said to Nelly? Why did you let the patient out so early? What is it you are hiding, Doctor?"" - Carl then went on to open his briefcase and take out his Fingerprint-taker tools. He walked into the patient room and begun taking fingerprints from things a patient would probably touch, Including door-knobs, glasses and all sorts of surfaces around its bed."
7290,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=200,2014-12-18T13:39:00,Pandeeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22835736#p22835736"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pandeeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22830639#p22830639"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""He was in a delirious state. Officially speaking, he said he fought monsters. Though he obviously didn't, he was just messed up from the injury, blood loss, and emotional truma from whatever happened. As for his injury, it was a deep cut. The strange thing is that without a doubt, I can confirm that it was inflicted intentionally, and I'm guessing from someone else."" <br/><br/>Evan realized that he had to buy as much time as possible for Abraham to get out of town. ""What else do ya need to know, Carl?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Why did you lie about Nelly?"" - Carl asked a question and accused Evan in the same sentence. - ""I saw her come out of your office from the Town hall with a luggage shortly after I left... and she seemed to be in a very bad mood... Then I saw that man leave. The one you treated. I followed him for a very short while, he went into the forests..."" - Carl really enjoyed this. - ""What have you said to Nelly? Why did you let the patient out so early? What is it you are hiding, Doctor?"" - Carl then went on to open his briefcase and take out his Fingerprint-taker tools. He walked into the patient room and begun taking fingerprints from things a patient would probably touch, Including door-knobs, glasses and all sorts of surfaces around its bed.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Things were going south very fast. Evan made a compromise.<br/><br/>""Perhaps if you would ask more, I would tell. That patient, he snuck out whole I was doing something else. He was still paranoid and delusional, I think he stole some money to. As for Nelly, she showed up while not that long ago; when you were gone. She was upset over the fact that your searching for her. I'll be honest, I owed her for something very personal, and told her that the police were searching for her, and that made her scared and upset.""<br/><br/>Evan knew he had to take the initiative, and do he did.<br/><br/>""Carl, before you began searching or taking finger prints, I must ask. Do you have a search warrant for all of this?"""
7291,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=200,2014-12-18T14:54:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pandeeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22839220#p22839220"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22835736#p22835736"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""Why did you lie about Nelly?"" - Carl asked a question and accused Evan in the same sentence. - ""I saw her come out of your office from the Town hall with a luggage shortly after I left... and she seemed to be in a very bad mood... Then I saw that man leave. The one you treated. I followed him for a very short while, he went into the forests..."" - Carl really enjoyed this. - ""What have you said to Nelly? Why did you let the patient out so early? What is it you are hiding, Doctor?"" - Carl then went on to open his briefcase and take out his Fingerprint-taker tools. He walked into the patient room and begun taking fingerprints from things a patient would probably touch, Including door-knobs, glasses and all sorts of surfaces around its bed.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Things were going south very fast. Evan made a compromise. <br/><br/>""Perhaps if you would ask more, I would tell. That patient, he snuck out whole I was doing something else. He was still paranoid and delusional, I think he stole some money to. As for Nelly, she showed up while not that long ago; when you were gone. She was upset over the fact that your searching for her. I'll be honest, I owed her for something very personal, and told her that the police were searching for her, and that made her scared and upset.""<br/><br/>Evan knew he had to take the initiative, and do he did. <br/><br/>""Carl, before you began searching or taking finger prints, I must ask. Do you have a search warrant for all of this?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""No... No... You weren't supposed to tell Nelly I was looking for her... You ruined everything!"" - Carl was furious. He didn't bother to respond to Evan's question. - ""She must have been here when you told me she was away. I kept an eye on this building while I visited the mayor. She must have been here... never mind."" - Carl took out his flask of alcohol and drank all of its contents in a hurry... - ""So, the man left in a hurry. I'm pretty sure he is my man then, so hunting for hi fingerprints here is a waste of time."" - Carl put the hat back on his head and walked to the door - "" Goodbye, Doctor."""
7292,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=200,2014-12-18T15:05:00,Pandeeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22840065#p22840065"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pandeeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22839220#p22839220"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Things were going south very fast. Evan made a compromise. <br/><br/>""Perhaps if you would ask more, I would tell. That patient, he snuck out whole I was doing something else. He was still paranoid and delusional, I think he stole some money to. As for Nelly, she showed up while not that long ago; when you were gone. She was upset over the fact that your searching for her. I'll be honest, I owed her for something very personal, and told her that the police were searching for her, and that made her scared and upset.""<br/><br/>Evan knew he had to take the initiative, and do he did. <br/><br/>""Carl, before you began searching or taking finger prints, I must ask. Do you have a search warrant for all of this?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""No... No... You weren't supposed to tell Nelly I was looking for her... You ruined everything!"" - Carl was furious. He didn't bother to respond to Evan's question. - ""She must have been here when you told me she was away. I kept an eye on this building while I visited the mayor. She must have been here... never mind."" - Carl took out his flask of alcohol and drank all of its contents in a hurry... - ""So, the man left in a hurry. I'm pretty sure he is my man then, so hunting for hi fingerprints here is a waste of time."" - Carl put the hat back on his head and walked to the door - "" Goodbye, Doctor.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Investigator Carl, do<span style=""font-style: italic"">you</span>know why the mayor wants Nelly?"" Evan broke the dramatic silence. ""I'm not asking for the reason. As it's obvious you do not want me to know. But do you, yourself, know why?"""
7293,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=225,2014-12-18T16:51:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pandeeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22840200#p22840200"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22840065#p22840065"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""No... No... You weren't supposed to tell Nelly I was looking for her... You ruined everything!"" - Carl was furious. He didn't bother to respond to Evan's question. - ""She must have been here when you told me she was away. I kept an eye on this building while I visited the mayor. She must have been here... never mind."" - Carl took out his flask of alcohol and drank all of its contents in a hurry... - ""So, the man left in a hurry. I'm pretty sure he is my man then, so hunting for hi fingerprints here is a waste of time."" - Carl put the hat back on his head and walked to the door - "" Goodbye, Doctor.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Investigator Carl, do <span style=""font-style: italic"">you</span> know why the mayor wants Nelly?"" Evan broke the dramatic silence. ""I'm not asking for the reason. As it's obvious you do not want me to know. But do you, yourself, know why?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Ah... Yes! Of course! The Mayor wants to speak to her! About... commending her! Thank you Doctor!"" - Carl Seemed very happy about Evan's question. He then hopped into his car and drove to the Town hall in a hurry, which was just 1 minute by walk."
7294,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=225,2014-12-19T14:58:00,Pandeeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22841478#p22841478"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pandeeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22840200#p22840200"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""Investigator Carl, do <span style=""font-style: italic"">you</span> know why the mayor wants Nelly?"" Evan broke the dramatic silence. ""I'm not asking for the reason. As it's obvious you do not want me to know. But do you, yourself, know why?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Ah... Yes! Of course! The Mayor wants to speak to her! About... commending her! Thank you Doctor!"" - Carl Seemed very happy about Evan's question. He then hopped into his car and drove to the Town hall in a hurry, which was just 1 minute by walk.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>""Damn it, Nelly!"" Evan said as he walked back and sat on the couch. Evan was furious, angry, that Nelly didn't heed his warning. But he was also saddened, that someone was most likely going to be whisked away just like that. However, for now, Evan had to assume she was compromised, and hurried on with his plans.<br/><br/>Seeing that the day was starting to grow into night, this would be the perfect chance to finally get something done without all these destructions. Evan got the 'Open' sign and switched it to 'Closed"". Under it he wrote a little note telling anyone that was injured to go find doctor Nelly.<br/><br/>Evan, with his slick black gloves that would conceal his finger prints, got dressed. Putting on every-day looking pants, a coat that he hasn't worn for a long time, if ever. He covered his nose and mouth which would hide his identity and muffled his voice, he put on sun glasses, and pulled the hood over his head as a finishing touch.<br/><br/>By the end of it, Evan was entirely unrecognizable, in both sound and appearance. He looked a little sketchy, but that did not stop him.<br/><br/>He picked up the newly printed copies of the Memo and Report stolen from the factory, carefully picking the ones that had no been touched so his fingerprints would not be traceable what so ever.<br/><br/>As a last little thing, he decided to write a message on it using a pen that Evan has never touched nor used before.<br/><br/>""Millers Toy Factory has committed illegal acts, and bribery. The mayor is corrupt too and should not be trusted.""<br/>~VT""<br/>Evan decided that incase in the future he leaks more documents, or this somehow catches on, he'll go under the alias of ""VT"". Hopefully with this, there will probably be a bunch of stupid kids and attention seekers that will claim to be VT, throwing the police off Evan's track even further.<br/><br/>Evan got an old bag out of the closet, putting in the files along with a bunch of random objects so if some questions him, he'd be fine. He quickly surveyed the Windows, making sure no one like Carl was outside. After seeing no one, Evan went threw the back door, first running behind a couple houses, then walking casually using paths that are normally not patrolled very often.<br/><br/>Evan walked to the local news paper building."
7295,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=225,2014-12-19T19:20:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pandeeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22850414#p22850414"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22841478#p22841478"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""Ah... Yes! Of course! The Mayor wants to speak to her! About... commending her! Thank you Doctor!"" - Carl Seemed very happy about Evan's question. He then hopped into his car and drove to the Town hall in a hurry, which was just 1 minute by walk.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>""Damn it, Nelly!"" Evan said as he walked back and sat on the couch. Evan was furious, angry, that Nelly didn't heed his warning. But he was also saddened, that someone was most likely going to be whisked away just like that. However, for now, Evan had to assume she was compromised, and hurried on with his plans. <br/><br/>Seeing that the day was starting to grow into night, this would be the perfect chance to finally get something done without all these destructions. Evan got the 'Open' sign and switched it to 'Closed"". Under it he wrote a little note telling anyone that was injured to go find doctor Nelly. <br/><br/>Evan, with his slick black gloves that would conceal his finger prints, got dressed. Putting on every-day looking pants, a coat that he hasn't worn for a long time, if ever. He covered his nose and mouth which would hide his identity and muffled his voice, he put on sun glasses, and pulled the hood over his head as a finishing touch. <br/><br/>By the end of it, Evan was entirely unrecognizable, in both sound and appearance. He looked a little sketchy, but that did not stop him.<br/><br/>He picked up the newly printed copies of the Memo and Report stolen from the factory, carefully picking the ones that had no been touched so his fingerprints would not be traceable what so ever. <br/><br/>As a last little thing, he decided to write a message on it using a pen that Evan has never touched nor used before.<br/><br/>""Millers Toy Factory has committed illegal acts, and bribery. The mayor is corrupt too and should not be trusted.""<br/>~VT""<br/>Evan decided that incase in the future he leaks more documents, or this somehow catches on, he'll go under the alias of ""VT"". Hopefully with this, there will probably be a bunch of stupid kids and attention seekers that will claim to be VT, throwing the police off Evan's track even further. <br/><br/>Evan got an old bag out of the closet, putting in the files along with a bunch of random objects so if some questions him, he'd be fine. He quickly surveyed the Windows, making sure no one like Carl was outside. After seeing no one, Evan went threw the back door, first running behind a couple houses, then walking casually using paths that are normally not patrolled very often. <br/><br/>Evan walked to the local news paper building.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Leaves and old newspapers flew around as cold wind swept through the streets. The afternoon sun painted the sky orange and purple on which dark clouds drifted ever closer to Providence. The Newspaper office was just a few corners away and while it was ""closed"" according to the sign at the door, light could still be seen coming from behind a window on the 2nd floor. There was A dark alley behind the building, perhaps leading to a backdoor entrance...<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Which happens to be open.</div></div></div>"
7296,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=225,2014-12-19T19:41:00,Pandeeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22853039#p22853039"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pandeeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22850414#p22850414"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><br/>""Damn it, Nelly!"" Evan said as he walked back and sat on the couch. Evan was furious, angry, that Nelly didn't heed his warning. But he was also saddened, that someone was most likely going to be whisked away just like that. However, for now, Evan had to assume she was compromised, and hurried on with his plans. <br/><br/>Seeing that the day was starting to grow into night, this would be the perfect chance to finally get something done without all these destructions. Evan got the 'Open' sign and switched it to 'Closed"". Under it he wrote a little note telling anyone that was injured to go find doctor Nelly. <br/><br/>Evan, with his slick black gloves that would conceal his finger prints, got dressed. Putting on every-day looking pants, a coat that he hasn't worn for a long time, if ever. He covered his nose and mouth which would hide his identity and muffled his voice, he put on sun glasses, and pulled the hood over his head as a finishing touch. <br/><br/>By the end of it, Evan was entirely unrecognizable, in both sound and appearance. He looked a little sketchy, but that did not stop him.<br/><br/>He picked up the newly printed copies of the Memo and Report stolen from the factory, carefully picking the ones that had no been touched so his fingerprints would not be traceable what so ever. <br/><br/>As a last little thing, he decided to write a message on it using a pen that Evan has never touched nor used before.<br/><br/>""Millers Toy Factory has committed illegal acts, and bribery. The mayor is corrupt too and should not be trusted.""<br/>~VT""<br/>Evan decided that incase in the future he leaks more documents, or this somehow catches on, he'll go under the alias of ""VT"". Hopefully with this, there will probably be a bunch of stupid kids and attention seekers that will claim to be VT, throwing the police off Evan's track even further. <br/><br/>Evan got an old bag out of the closet, putting in the files along with a bunch of random objects so if some questions him, he'd be fine. He quickly surveyed the Windows, making sure no one like Carl was outside. After seeing no one, Evan went threw the back door, first running behind a couple houses, then walking casually using paths that are normally not patrolled very often. <br/><br/>Evan walked to the local news paper building.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Leaves and old newspapers flew around as cold wind swept through the streets. The afternoon sun painted the sky orange and purple on which dark clouds drifted ever closer to Providence. The Newspaper office was just a few corners away and while it was ""closed"" according to the sign at the door, light could still be seen coming from behind a window on the 2nd floor. There was A dark alley behind the building, perhaps leading to a backdoor entrance...<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Which happens to be open.</div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/><br/>Evan coughed a little, preparing to make his voice deeper and more gravelly, to help conceal it in addition to the muffling of his voice.<br/><br/>He also quickly patted his chest, feeling a mild wave of relief knowing his combat knife was still there, and quickly checked the bag to see that the copied documents were still there. Evan didn't logically know why the documents or knife would've disappeared, but he felt relived anyway.<br/><br/>Looking around one more time, he went up and knocked on the side of the open door, hopefully attracting an employee or someone who stayed after hours. Evan was sure they wouldn't mind dealing with someone this late, considering the documents, even if they thought were fake, would still have brought in a lot of money."
7297,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=225,2014-12-19T20:47:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pandeeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22853224#p22853224"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22853039#p22853039"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Leaves and old newspapers flew around as cold wind swept through the streets. The afternoon sun painted the sky orange and purple on which dark clouds drifted ever closer to Providence. The Newspaper office was just a few corners away and while it was ""closed"" according to the sign at the door, light could still be seen coming from behind a window on the 2nd floor. There was A dark alley behind the building, perhaps leading to a backdoor entrance...<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Which happens to be open.</div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/><br/>Evan coughed a little, preparing to make his voice deeper and more gravelly, to help conceal it in addition to the muffling of his voice.<br/><br/>He also quickly patted his chest, feeling a mild wave of relief knowing his combat knife was still there, and quickly checked the bag to see that the copied documents were still there. Evan didn't logically know why the documents or knife would've disappeared, but he felt relived anyway. <br/><br/>Looking around one more time, he went up and knocked on the side of the open door, hopefully attracting an employee or someone who stayed after hours. Evan was sure they wouldn't mind dealing with someone this late, considering the documents, even if they thought were fake, would still have brought in a lot of money.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Nobody came though... the alley was quiet and abandoned. It was shielded from the wind by the nearby buildings and smelled of gasoline."
7298,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=225,2014-12-19T20:55:00,New Abrahammia,"Abraham, with his new lumberjack friend, went to Rueback's farm to find Rueback's. Abraham was still worried that the place would be under police investigation, as they were talking to Rueback before, right outside the hospital."
7299,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=225,2014-12-20T12:17:00,Pandeeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22853775#p22853775"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pandeeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22853224#p22853224"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Evan coughed a little, preparing to make his voice deeper and more gravelly, to help conceal it in addition to the muffling of his voice.<br/><br/>He also quickly patted his chest, feeling a mild wave of relief knowing his combat knife was still there, and quickly checked the bag to see that the copied documents were still there. Evan didn't logically know why the documents or knife would've disappeared, but he felt relived anyway. <br/><br/>Looking around one more time, he went up and knocked on the side of the open door, hopefully attracting an employee or someone who stayed after hours. Evan was sure they wouldn't mind dealing with someone this late, considering the documents, even if they thought were fake, would still have brought in a lot of money.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Nobody came though... the alley was quiet and abandoned. It was shielded from the wind by the nearby buildings and smelled of gasoline.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Hello?"" Evan called out. He sighed and then proclaimed ""Listen, I'm coming in! I mean no harm, I just wish to show you something!""<br/><br/>Evan walked into the building."
7300,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=225,2014-12-21T10:33:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pandeeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22858675#p22858675"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22853775#p22853775"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Nobody came though... the alley was quiet and abandoned. It was shielded from the wind by the nearby buildings and smelled of gasoline.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Hello?"" Evan called out. He sighed and then proclaimed ""Listen, I'm coming in! I mean no harm, I just wish to show you something!""<br/><br/>Evan walked into the building.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>On the other side of the door was a storeroom, outfitted with a printing press. The lights were on but noone was inside. On the shelves of the storeroom were large rolls of paper and old issues of the local paper. There were also barrels of black ink and all sorts of machine parts. Quiet Noises could be heard, coming from upstairs. A typewriter was being operated. The room at the end of the storeroom probably leads to the lobby, where there should be a staircase leading upstairs."
7301,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=225,2014-12-21T10:36:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22853835#p22853835"">wrote</a>:</cite>Abraham, with his new lumberjack friend, went to Rueback's farm to find Rueback's. Abraham was still worried that the place would be under police investigation, as they were talking to Rueback before, right outside the hospital.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Ruebeck's truck was parled just in front of the farmhouse and was packed with large creates. Smoke was coming from the chimneys and the lights were on inside..."
7302,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=225,2014-12-21T10:49:00,New Abrahammia,"Abraham walks over to the door with the lumberjack. Abraham knocks on the door and waits for a response. He says to the lumberjack ""don't murder Rueback until I say the word 'rhubarb'. That is the code word."" Abraham smiles and waits for Rueback. He nudges the lumberjack's shoulder slightly and says ""smile."" Abraham was still holding the sword to his side."
7303,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=225,2014-12-21T10:53:00,Pandeeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22867777#p22867777"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pandeeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22858675#p22858675"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""Hello?"" Evan called out. He sighed and then proclaimed ""Listen, I'm coming in! I mean no harm, I just wish to show you something!""<br/><br/>Evan walked into the building.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>On the other side of the door was a storeroom, outfitted with a printing press. The lights were on but noone was inside. On the shelves of the storeroom were large rolls of paper and old issues of the local paper. There were also barrels of black ink and all sorts of machine parts. Quiet Noises could be heard, coming from upstairs. A typewriter was being operated. The room at the end of the storeroom probably leads to the lobby, where there should be a staircase leading upstairs.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Evan slowly walked upstairs, trying to be as quiet as possible."
7304,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=225,2014-12-21T12:06:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22867954#p22867954"">wrote</a>:</cite>Abraham walks over to the door with the lumberjack. Abraham knocks on the door and waits for a response. He says to the lumberjack ""don't murder Rueback until I say the word 'rhubarb'. That is the code word."" Abraham smiles and waits for Rueback. He nudges the lumberjack's shoulder slightly and says ""smile."" Abraham was still holding the sword to his side.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Comme in!"" - Says Ruebeck from inside. The door seems to be open. Ruebeck is in his living room, Drawing blueprints... - ""Just a moment and I'm done!"" - he adds."
7305,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=225,2014-12-21T12:12:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pandeeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22868002#p22868002"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22867777#p22867777"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>On the other side of the door was a storeroom, outfitted with a printing press. The lights were on but noone was inside. On the shelves of the storeroom were large rolls of paper and old issues of the local paper. There were also barrels of black ink and all sorts of machine parts. Quiet Noises could be heard, coming from upstairs. A typewriter was being operated. The room at the end of the storeroom probably leads to the lobby, where there should be a staircase leading upstairs.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Evan slowly walked upstairs, trying to be as quiet as possible.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Upstairs were 3 offices, a bathroom and a dark room. In one of the offices, A middle aged man was writing a report on his typwriter. He didn't notice Evan..."
7306,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=225,2014-12-21T12:19:00,New Abrahammia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22868790#p22868790"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22867954#p22867954"">wrote</a>:</cite>Abraham walks over to the door with the lumberjack. Abraham knocks on the door and waits for a response. He says to the lumberjack ""don't murder Rueback until I say the word 'rhubarb'. That is the code word."" Abraham smiles and waits for Rueback. He nudges the lumberjack's shoulder slightly and says ""smile."" Abraham was still holding the sword to his side.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Comme in!"" - Says Ruebeck from inside. The door seems to be open. Ruebeck is in his living room, Drawing blueprints... - ""Just a moment and I'm done!"" - he adds.</div></blockquote><br/>Abraham walks over to the blueprints. ""What is this you're trying to build? And I brought a friend. I hope that's okay."" Abraham looks at the blueprints, then back up at Rueback."
7307,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=225,2014-12-21T12:25:00,Pandeeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22868864#p22868864"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pandeeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22868002#p22868002"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Evan slowly walked upstairs, trying to be as quiet as possible.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Upstairs were 3 offices, a bathroom and a dark room. In one of the offices, A middle aged man was writing a report on his typwriter. He didn't notice Evan...</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Evan grew panicked, what should he do? If he says something, then the man might panick o even call the police. If Evan doesn't say anything, he'll have to delay everything further.<br/><br/>Evan grew angry at all the day-to-day delays with the people like Nelly and Abraham and Carl, he had enough and spoke like it. ""Uhm, sir? Hello?"" He called out to the man."
7308,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=225,2014-12-21T12:28:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22868948#p22868948"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22868790#p22868790"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""Comme in!"" - Says Ruebeck from inside. The door seems to be open. Ruebeck is in his living room, Drawing blueprints... - ""Just a moment and I'm done!"" - he adds.</div></blockquote><br/>Abraham walks over to the blueprints. ""What is this you're trying to build? And I brought a friend. I hope that's okay."" Abraham looks at the blueprints, then back up at Rueback.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Ruebeck was working on the designs of a... ...He turned off his table lamp, wrapped up the blueprints and put them in a safe under his table. - ""Would you care to join me for dinner?"" - He then asked."
7309,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=225,2014-12-21T12:35:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pandeeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22869028#p22869028"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22868864#p22868864"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Upstairs were 3 offices, a bathroom and a dark room. In one of the offices, A middle aged man was writing a report on his typwriter. He didn't notice Evan...</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Evan grew panicked, what should he do? If he says something, then the man might panick o even call the police. If Evan doesn't say anything, he'll have to delay everything further.<br/><br/>Evan grew angry at all the day-to-day delays with the people like Nelly and Abraham and Carl, he had enough and spoke like it. ""Uhm, sir? Hello?"" He called out to the man.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The man popped up from his chair and turned to Evan. He looked like as if he had seen a ghost... terrified.<br/><br/>""Wosh! You frightened me."" - He said. - ""Who are you, If I may ask?"" - He asked.<br/><br/>The office he was in wasn't very spacious. It had a bureau on which a stack of papers, A typewriter and an ashtray could be found. The ashtray also had a smoking cigarette in it. There was a lamp above the table linked to the ceiling. Very utilitarian in design. There was also 2 chairs, A Bookshelve, A filing cabinet and a safe in front of a large window."
7310,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=225,2014-12-21T12:41:00,Pandeeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22869154#p22869154"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pandeeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22869028#p22869028"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Evan grew panicked, what should he do? If he says something, then the man might panick o even call the police. If Evan doesn't say anything, he'll have to delay everything further.<br/><br/>Evan grew angry at all the day-to-day delays with the people like Nelly and Abraham and Carl, he had enough and spoke like it. ""Uhm, sir? Hello?"" He called out to the man.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The man popped up from his chair and turned to Evan. He looked like as if he had seen a ghost... terrified. <br/><br/>""Wosh! You frightened me."" - He said. - ""Who are you, If I may ask?"" - He asked. <br/><br/>The office he was in wasn't very spacious. It had a bureau on which a stack of papers, A typewriter and an ashtray could be found. The ashtray also had a smoking cigarette in it. There was a lamp above the table linked to the ceiling. Very utilitarian in design. There was also 2 chairs, A Bookshelve, A filing cabinet and a safe in front of a large window.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Sorry!"" Evan said. ""I didn't mean to scare you like that. I saw the door was open, and I heard something upstairs.""<br/><br/>Evan coughed, thinking how to choose his next few words carefully. ""My name isn't important, and would be best for both of us if you did not know. For now, you can simply call me VT. I've brought something that is quite urgent for the local newspapers, a potentially hot story that could attract a lot of readers. I'm supposing you work for this newspaper, yes?"" Evan made sure to keep his voice very distinct from his real voice."
7311,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=225,2014-12-21T12:44:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pandeeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22869241#p22869241"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22869154#p22869154"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>The man popped up from his chair and turned to Evan. He looked like as if he had seen a ghost... terrified. <br/><br/>""Wosh! You frightened me."" - He said. - ""Who are you, If I may ask?"" - He asked. <br/><br/>The office he was in wasn't very spacious. It had a bureau on which a stack of papers, A typewriter and an ashtray could be found. The ashtray also had a smoking cigarette in it. There was a lamp above the table linked to the ceiling. Very utilitarian in design. There was also 2 chairs, A Bookshelve, A filing cabinet and a safe in front of a large window.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Sorry!"" Evan said. ""I didn't mean to scare you like that. I saw the door was open, and I heard something upstairs.""<br/><br/>Evan coughed, thinking how to choose his next few words carefully. ""My name isn't important, and would be best for both of us if you did not know. For now, you can simply call me VT. I've brought something that is quite urgent for the local newspapers, a potentially hot story that could attract a lot of readers. I'm supposing you work for this newspaper, yes?"" Evan made sure to keep his voice very distinct from his real voice.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Oh, Great! A New Source! Please, take a seat!"" - He said, while pointing at the chair across his desk, slightly less comfortable then his own. - ""What do you have to offer and how much do you want?"""
7312,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=225,2014-12-21T12:50:00,Pandeeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22869283#p22869283"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pandeeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22869241#p22869241"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""Sorry!"" Evan said. ""I didn't mean to scare you like that. I saw the door was open, and I heard something upstairs.""<br/><br/>Evan coughed, thinking how to choose his next few words carefully. ""My name isn't important, and would be best for both of us if you did not know. For now, you can simply call me VT. I've brought something that is quite urgent for the local newspapers, a potentially hot story that could attract a lot of readers. I'm supposing you work for this newspaper, yes?"" Evan made sure to keep his voice very distinct from his real voice.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Oh, Great! A New Source! Please, take a seat!"" - He said, while pointing at the chair across his desk, slightly less comfortable then his own. - ""What do you have to offer and how much do you want?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Evan sat down, and pulled out the copied files from the bag. And handed them to the man.<br/><br/>""I cannot tell you how I got these files, nor where from. All I can say is something with this town, mainly pertaining to Millers Toy Factory and the Mayor, is strange.""<br/><br/>Evan sat back and glanced around the room. ""I do not want anything in return. The only thing is if the police come asking where these documents came from, you do not know. You simply found them on your door step. Outside that, all I want is that you published these."""
7313,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=225,2014-12-21T12:59:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pandeeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22869342#p22869342"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22869283#p22869283"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""Oh, Great! A New Source! Please, take a seat!"" - He said, while pointing at the chair across his desk, slightly less comfortable then his own. - ""What do you have to offer and how much do you want?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Evan sat down, and pulled out the copied files from the bag. And handed them to the man.<br/><br/>""I cannot tell you how I got these files, nor where from. All I can say is something with this town, mainly pertaining to Millers Toy Factory and the Mayor, is strange.""<br/><br/>Evan sat back and glanced around the room. ""I do not want anything in return. The only thing is if the police come asking where these documents came from, you do not know. You simply found them on your door step. Outside that, all I want is that you published these.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>As The man behind the typewriter looked at the papers, his face turned pale. - ""Are you sure this is... true? Is there perhaps any other evidence?"" - He asked while he put another cigar in his mouth and lit it with a match. - ""This could be a big story, but... we can't just print anything!"" - He then stood up from his chair and walked to the window. - ""Surely You heard about the fire yesterday. Many already suspect that it was Miller's competitor is behind the arson... they could have planted this fake evidence... you are not working for them, are you?"""
7314,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=225,2014-12-21T13:06:00,Pandeeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22869403#p22869403"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pandeeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22869342#p22869342"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Evan sat down, and pulled out the copied files from the bag. And handed them to the man.<br/><br/>""I cannot tell you how I got these files, nor where from. All I can say is something with this town, mainly pertaining to Millers Toy Factory and the Mayor, is strange.""<br/><br/>Evan sat back and glanced around the room. ""I do not want anything in return. The only thing is if the police come asking where these documents came from, you do not know. You simply found them on your door step. Outside that, all I want is that you published these.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>As The man behind the typewriter looked at the papers, his face turned pale. - ""Are you sure this is... true? Is there perhaps any other evidence?"" - He asked while he put another cigar in his mouth and lit it with a match. - ""This could be a big story, but... we can't just print anything!"" - He then stood up from his chair and walked to the window. - ""Surely You heard about the fire yesterday. Many already suspect that it was Miller's competitor is behind the arson... they could have planted this fake evidence... you are not working for them, are you?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""I'll be honest, there isn't much evidence to back this up besides my word. Look, even if it is fake, why not just put a disclaimer? In the newspaper, write below that these files are not confirmed to legitimate but you've recived a claim they are. Besides, even if everyone believes they're false, you'll still rake in a large profit. And no, I can assure you I do not work for their competitors. But in the event these were planted and the police found out later, you could do another follow-up story. In your terms, it's a win-win situation!"".<br/><br/>Evan crossed his arms. ""What would it take to convince you that these copies are real?"""
7315,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=225,2014-12-21T13:17:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pandeeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22869466#p22869466"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22869403#p22869403"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>As The man behind the typewriter looked at the papers, his face turned pale. - ""Are you sure this is... true? Is there perhaps any other evidence?"" - He asked while he put another cigar in his mouth and lit it with a match. - ""This could be a big story, but... we can't just print anything!"" - He then stood up from his chair and walked to the window. - ""Surely You heard about the fire yesterday. Many already suspect that it was Miller's competitor is behind the arson... they could have planted this fake evidence... you are not working for them, are you?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""I'll be honest, there isn't much evidence to back this up besides my word. Look, even if it is fake, why not just put a disclaimer? In the newspaper, write below that these files are not confirmed to legitimate but you've recived a claim they are. Besides, even if everyone believes they're false, you'll still rake in a large profit. And no, I can assure you I do not work for their competitors. But in the event these were planted and the police found out later, you could do another follow-up story. In your terms, it's a win-win situation!"".<br/><br/>Evan crossed his arms. ""What would it take to convince you that these copies are real?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Very well then, I'll speak to the editor tomorrow morning and he approves it... It will appear in tomorrow's paper."" - He returned to his desk to use the ashtray - ""Is there anything else you can tell me?"""
7316,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=225,2014-12-21T13:19:00,Pandeeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22869559#p22869559"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pandeeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22869466#p22869466"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""I'll be honest, there isn't much evidence to back this up besides my word. Look, even if it is fake, why not just put a disclaimer? In the newspaper, write below that these files are not confirmed to legitimate but you've recived a claim they are. Besides, even if everyone believes they're false, you'll still rake in a large profit. And no, I can assure you I do not work for their competitors. But in the event these were planted and the police found out later, you could do another follow-up story. In your terms, it's a win-win situation!"".<br/><br/>Evan crossed his arms. ""What would it take to convince you that these copies are real?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Very well then, I'll speak to the editor tomorrow morning and he approves it... It will appear in tomorrow's paper."" - He returned to his desk to use the ashtray - ""Is there anything else you can tell me?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""If you, the editor, whoever got to see the original files, would you be more likely to believe that these are legitimate?"""
7317,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=225,2014-12-21T13:20:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pandeeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22869576#p22869576"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22869559#p22869559"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""Very well then, I'll speak to the editor tomorrow morning and he approves it... It will appear in tomorrow's paper."" - He returned to his desk to use the ashtray - ""Is there anything else you can tell me?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""If you, the editor, whoever got to see the original files, would you be more likely to believe that these are legitimate?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Perhaps yes. Why don't you come down tomorrow morning with the originals, around 5 o'clock? You could speak to the editor yourself!"""
7318,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=250,2014-12-21T13:23:00,Pandeeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22869588#p22869588"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pandeeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22869576#p22869576"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""If you, the editor, whoever got to see the original files, would you be more likely to believe that these are legitimate?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Perhaps yes. Why don't you come down tomorrow morning with the originals, around 5 o'clock? You could speak to the editor yourself!""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""The only issue is that you can only see and inspect the original files. You cannot actually keep them. Okay?""<br/><br/>Evan became nervous with the offer. Restraining himself to specific time is what could get him arrested. And he didn't know yet if this news paper was fully independent."
7319,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=250,2014-12-21T13:34:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pandeeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22869603#p22869603"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22869588#p22869588"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""Perhaps yes. Why don't you come down tomorrow morning with the originals, around 5 o'clock? You could speak to the editor yourself!""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""The only issue is that you can only see and inspect the original files. You cannot actually keep them. Okay?""<br/><br/>Evan became nervous with the offer. Restraining himself to specific time is what could get him arrested. And he didn't know yet if this news paper was fully independent.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Very well! I'll see you tomorrow morning then!"""
7320,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=250,2014-12-21T14:21:00,New Abrahammia,"Abraham looks at the blueprints. He then says to Rueback ""That is… interesting to say the least. You know what my favorite kind of pie is? Rhubarb!"" Abraham then steps back and looks at the lumberjack."
7321,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=250,2014-12-21T14:28:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22870228#p22870228"">wrote</a>:</cite>Abraham looks at the blueprints. He then says to Rueback ""That is… interesting to say the least. You know what my favorite kind of pie is? Rhubarb!"" Abraham then steps back and looks at the lumberjack.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Nein! Not yet! Not yet!"" - Screams ruebeck, but its too late. A red tentacle punches through the floor and violently hurls itself around the room, searching for its targets."
7322,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=250,2014-12-21T15:09:00,New Abrahammia,"Abraham sprints out of the room, leaving Rueback to get got by the tentacle. Abraham screamed at the lumberjack and Rueback ""Get out of there! Bad stuff will happen if you do not! Please!"" Abraham left the front door open, but stayed a few feet behind it."
7323,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=250,2014-12-21T16:26:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22870779#p22870779"">wrote</a>:</cite>Abraham sprints out of the room, leaving Rueback to get got by the tentacle. Abraham screamed at the lumberjack and Rueback ""Get out of there! Bad stuff will happen if you do not! Please!"" Abraham left the front door open, but stayed a few feet behind it.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The tentacle grabbed the lumberjack by the leg and dragged him down to the cellar...<br/><br/>""I'm terribly sorry"" - Said farmer Ruebeck after he ran after abraham. - ""I thought the boiler that when I say Rhubarb, he must attack any intruders in my house... Good thing he knows you. Don't worry about the lumberjack. I'll put him back together later..."""
7324,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=250,2014-12-21T16:36:00,New Abrahammia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22871838#p22871838"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22870779#p22870779"">wrote</a>:</cite>Abraham sprints out of the room, leaving Rueback to get got by the tentacle. Abraham screamed at the lumberjack and Rueback ""Get out of there! Bad stuff will happen if you do not! Please!"" Abraham left the front door open, but stayed a few feet behind it.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The tentacle grabbed the lumberjack by the leg and dragged him down to the cellar...<br/><br/>""I'm terribly sorry"" - Said farmer Ruebeck after he ran after abraham. - ""I thought the boiler that when I say Rhubarb, he must attack any intruders in my house... Good thing he knows you. Don't worry about the lumberjack. I'll put him back together later...""</div></blockquote><br/>""That's… acceptable, actually. Will you be able to retrieve the axe? It was a nice axe. Also, will he be able to use his limbs and fingers and such? If he can, can you augment my body parts too? I would like to be half man, half machine. It seems handy."""
7325,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=250,2014-12-21T16:45:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22871980#p22871980"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22871838#p22871838"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>The tentacle grabbed the lumberjack by the leg and dragged him down to the cellar...<br/><br/>""I'm terribly sorry"" - Said farmer Ruebeck after he ran after abraham. - ""I thought the boiler that when I say Rhubarb, he must attack any intruders in my house... Good thing he knows you. Don't worry about the lumberjack. I'll put him back together later...""</div></blockquote><br/>""That's… acceptable, actually. Will you be able to retrieve the axe? It was a nice axe. Also, will he be able to use his limbs and fingers and such? If he can, can you augment my body parts too? I would like to be half man, half machine. It seems handy.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Ah, Yes. I'll retrive the Axe... later that is. Right now, I don't think its pretty down there... What would you like for dinner, anyway?"""
7326,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=250,2014-12-21T16:55:00,New Abrahammia,"""Can I have wurst for dinner? Also, to stop the tentacle monster, would you like my sword? Maybe it could help you out. After all, that monster's pretty vicious. """
7327,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=250,2014-12-21T18:22:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22872197#p22872197"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Can I have wurst for dinner? Also, to stop the tentacle monster, would you like my sword? Maybe it could help you out. After all, that monster's pretty vicious. ""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Don't Worry, Boiler will only hurt intruders. He knows you and me. I'll have the wurst cooked in a minute!"" - He said before he went up to the attic to get the wurst."
7328,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=250,2014-12-21T19:20:00,New Abrahammia,"Abraham decided to wait till the augmentations were done before murdering Rueback. After all, he'll probably never get this opportunity again. Abraham picks his nose furiously and wonders what Evan is doing right about now."
7329,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=250,2014-12-22T18:15:00,Pandeeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22869713#p22869713"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pandeeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22869603#p22869603"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""The only issue is that you can only see and inspect the original files. You cannot actually keep them. Okay?""<br/><br/>Evan became nervous with the offer. Restraining himself to specific time is what could get him arrested. And he didn't know yet if this news paper was fully independent.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Very well! I'll see you tomorrow morning then!""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Alright."" He got up and started walking out. ""The copies, keep them. If the police ever come asking for such thing, tell them you have no idea what they're talking about.""<br/><br/>Evan walked back home, this time taking an entirely different route."
7330,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=250,2014-12-23T11:47:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22873644#p22873644"">wrote</a>:</cite>Abraham decided to wait till the augmentations were done before murdering Rueback. After all, he'll probably never get this opportunity again. Abraham picks his nose furiously and wonders what Evan is doing right about now.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Ruebeck quickly prepared dinner and served it to abraham. He also asked abaraham if he wants to stay for tonight. It was getting dark outside and he could use some help cleaning up the basement..."
7331,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=250,2014-12-23T11:54:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pandeeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22885280#p22885280"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22869713#p22869713"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""Very well! I'll see you tomorrow morning then!""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Alright."" He got up and started walking out. ""The copies, keep them. If the police ever come asking for such thing, tell them you have no idea what they're talking about.""<br/><br/>Evan walked back home, this time taking an entirely different route.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>When Evan made it to his office, everything was just how he left it. Nobody broke in to steal anything... there was however... a note, lying on the doorstep.<br/><br/>""Meet me at the pier at midnight."""
7332,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=250,2014-12-23T12:15:00,New Abrahammia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22893022#p22893022"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22873644#p22873644"">wrote</a>:</cite>Abraham decided to wait till the augmentations were done before murdering Rueback. After all, he'll probably never get this opportunity again. Abraham picks his nose furiously and wonders what Evan is doing right about now.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Ruebeck quickly prepared dinner and served it to abraham. He also asked abaraham if he wants to stay for tonight. It was getting dark outside and he could use some help cleaning up the basement...</div></blockquote><br/>Abraham thought that this was a bad idea, but Abraham also needed a place to sleep. Abraham shrugged his shoulders and said ""Okay. When can you fix up the lumberjack? He was a pretty rad dude."""
7333,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=250,2014-12-23T12:22:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22893314#p22893314"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22893022#p22893022"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Ruebeck quickly prepared dinner and served it to abraham. He also asked abaraham if he wants to stay for tonight. It was getting dark outside and he could use some help cleaning up the basement...</div></blockquote><br/>Abraham thought that this was a bad idea, but Abraham also needed a place to sleep. Abraham shrugged his shoulders and said ""Okay. When can you fix up the lumberjack? He was a pretty rad dude.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""He vill be fixed up tomorrov, nov I have to vork on his design!"" - He said as he returned to the living room and continued drawing - ""Please, feel yourself at home!"""
7334,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=250,2014-12-23T12:24:00,Pandeeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22893103#p22893103"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pandeeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22885280#p22885280"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""Alright."" He got up and started walking out. ""The copies, keep them. If the police ever come asking for such thing, tell them you have no idea what they're talking about.""<br/><br/>Evan walked back home, this time taking an entirely different route.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>When Evan made it to his office, everything was just how he left it. Nobody broke in to steal anything... there was however... a note, lying on the doorstep.<br/><br/>""Meet me at the pier at midnight.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Evan noticed a note on the front door step. He instinctually started to walk torwards it but stopped himself immediately. He still had his disguise on and if someone saw him with this disguise pick up the note and walk right into his house, they could easily put two and two together and see who he was. Evan instead dashed around back behind his house, quickly unlocking the back door and stepping inside. He carefully put his disguise away in a special locked box in his closet and waited roughly 15 minutes before going outside to retrieve the note. Eventually after the dull waiting, he was sure if someone was watching him, they must've lost interest by now or attempted to search else where. He went and opened the door.<br/><br/>Evan looked at the note, trying to piece together who I could be. Could be Carl, with enough evidence to get Evan arrested, trying to get Evan cornered so he can then be taken away? Probably not. Any evidence he had fingerprints wise was rendered useless since Evan intentionally damaged his fingers. Could it be Abraham? No, it couldn't have. Abraham seemed to want to leave this town for good, and was intent on doing so.<br/><br/>Then it hit Evan like a bullet. It had to be Nelly! When he thought of it, there was no one else he knew that would've been this secretive of the message. Abraham was out of the picture, Carl along with the rest of the police simply didn't have enough evidence to conclude it was Evan. It couldn't have been a representative from Millers Toy Factory or the Mayor or anyone, why would they confront him directly? It couldn't have been anyone at the local news place because they didn't know it was him. That narrows it down to two possibilities:<br/><br/>Rather it is Nelly, this time most likely going to further push on the idea of a corrupt mayor. She is being secretive, which means she thinks and/or knows the police are searching for her. She would also come more in handy if she was willing to help Evan's cause of simply showing what was happening here.<br/><br/>Or, it is someone Evan has not met yet, and has somehow magically narrowed down VT/The person who stole the files/a criminal to Evan. Evan knew whoever wrote the note must have had some clue of the files, or knew too of the corruption. After all, why would someone ask Evan the friendly town doctor to meet them at the pier at midnight if it wasn't for unusual reasons such as the leaked files or the corruption. If they geuniely needed to speak to Evan about medical things, they would've at least left their name, and probably an address.<br/><br/>If it was someone that Evan didn't knew, and narrowed it down to him, that would've been very bad. Evan could not afford to deal with someone that evenly matched, even exceeded, Evan's intellect and cunning. Compeititon on the field that counts was unacceptable."
7335,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=250,2014-12-23T12:38:00,Harkback Union,"As Evan finished pondering about the identity of the person who sent him the note, An aeroplane flew above the town square at a low altitude... The noise of its engines sounded rather... unusual."
7336,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=250,2014-12-23T14:24:00,New Abrahammia,"Abraham knew he had to wait for the lumberjack's rebuilding before he could kill Rueback. Abraham also had to kill Nelly, who didn't believe in the cause. Abraham pondered how he would get Nelly. Perhaps if Rueback had a pair of sunglasses and an overcoat, he could enter the city without being taken by the police for questioning. Yes, Abraham and the lumberjack could turn him into mincemeat. Then again, he'd need to do this at night, or away from town. Abraham began looking for an envelope, paper and a pen around the house."
7337,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=250,2014-12-23T14:56:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22894513#p22894513"">wrote</a>:</cite>Abraham knew he had to wait for the lumberjack's rebuilding before he could kill Rueback. Abraham also had to kill Nelly, who didn't believe in the cause. Abraham pondered how he would get Nelly. Perhaps if Rueback had a pair of sunglasses and an overcoat, he could enter the city without being taken by the police for questioning. Yes, Abraham and the lumberjack could turn him into mincemeat. Then again, he'd need to do this at night, or away from town. Abraham began looking for an envelope, paper and a pen around the house.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>There was a pen, paper and an envelope on a lone table on the first floor, though on one side of the paper there was already some German text written. Something about wurst.<br/><br/>There was also a pair of sunglasses, a straw hat and a trench coat hanging on a coathanger in the entry hall."
7338,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=250,2014-12-23T15:09:00,Pandeeria,"Despite himself being tired as ever, Evan put on entirely new clothes and put on his regular coat. The only thing he wore that he used from his disguise were the slick black gloves, which would still masks his finger prints in the event something happened, and would not be recognizable enough to assume it was Evan's disguise gloves.<br/><br/>He looked at the note again. He was a bit confused. Did the note mean tonight's midnight, or tommorow's midnight? Evan decided to try tonight and if no one showed, at least he could inspect the area incase he needed a quick get away route for tommorow. Though he couldn't wear his disguise. Whoever left the note already knew it was Evan who would be showing up, as it was at Evan's house. Wearing the disguise would only reveal his identity further.<br/><br/>Evan took a nap, waking at almost midnight, Evan quickly put on his gloves, slid away his combat knife in his normal coat, and with newer clothes on, he began to move fore the Pier, with the note in another pocket."
7339,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=250,2014-12-23T16:20:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pandeeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22894993#p22894993"">wrote</a>:</cite>Despite himself being tired as ever, Evan put on entirely new clothes and put on his regular coat. The only thing he wore that he used from his disguise were the slick black gloves, which would still masks his finger prints in the event something happened, and would not be recognizable enough to assume it was Evan's disguise gloves.<br/><br/>He looked at the note again. He was a bit confused. Did the note mean tonight's midnight, or tommorow's midnight? Evan decided to try tonight and if no one showed, at least he could inspect the area incase he needed a quick get away route for tommorow. Though he couldn't wear his disguise. Whoever left the note already knew it was Evan who would be showing up, as it was at Evan's house. Wearing the disguise would only reveal his identity further. <br/><br/>Evan took a nap, waking at almost midnight, Evan quickly put on his gloves, slid away his combat knife in his normal coat, and with newer clothes on, he began to move fore the Pier, with the note in another pocket.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>At night, The lake of Providence was covered by a sea of fog. At the edge of the sea stood a shady character by a lamppost, wearing a hat and a long coat, looking straight at Evan. There was no one else at the pier. It was deserted and quiet. The Drunkards of the Inn were long gone, along with the few couples who stroll around in the evening.<br/><br/>Then, the shady character begun to slowly come towards Evan while its hands reached into the pockets..."
7340,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=250,2014-12-23T17:21:00,Pandeeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22895863#p22895863"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pandeeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22894993#p22894993"">wrote</a>:</cite>Despite himself being tired as ever, Evan put on entirely new clothes and put on his regular coat. The only thing he wore that he used from his disguise were the slick black gloves, which would still masks his finger prints in the event something happened, and would not be recognizable enough to assume it was Evan's disguise gloves.<br/><br/>He looked at the note again. He was a bit confused. Did the note mean tonight's midnight, or tommorow's midnight? Evan decided to try tonight and if no one showed, at least he could inspect the area incase he needed a quick get away route for tommorow. Though he couldn't wear his disguise. Whoever left the note already knew it was Evan who would be showing up, as it was at Evan's house. Wearing the disguise would only reveal his identity further. <br/><br/>Evan took a nap, waking at almost midnight, Evan quickly put on his gloves, slid away his combat knife in his normal coat, and with newer clothes on, he began to move fore the Pier, with the note in another pocket.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>At night, The lake of Providence was covered by a sea of fog. At the edge of the sea stood a shady character by a lamppost, wearing a hat and a long coat, looking straight at Evan. There was no one else at the pier. It was deserted and quiet. The Drunkards of the Inn were long gone, along with the few couples who stroll around in the evening. <br/><br/>Then, the shady character begun to slowly come towards Evan while its hands reached into the pockets...</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Evan rested one of his hand on his chest, the other behind his back, absolutely terrified. Was this just a trickster that just was going to shoot him and take his money? After all this out-smarting other people, dodging all this law enforcement and trying to expose something, it all ends by someone just shooting him?<br/><br/>""Um, hello?"" Evan called out loud."
7341,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=250,2014-12-23T18:09:00,New Abrahammia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22894851#p22894851"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22894513#p22894513"">wrote</a>:</cite>Abraham knew he had to wait for the lumberjack's rebuilding before he could kill Rueback. Abraham also had to kill Nelly, who didn't believe in the cause. Abraham pondered how he would get Nelly. Perhaps if Rueback had a pair of sunglasses and an overcoat, he could enter the city without being taken by the police for questioning. Yes, Abraham and the lumberjack could turn him into mincemeat. Then again, he'd need to do this at night, or away from town. Abraham began looking for an envelope, paper and a pen around the house.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>There was a pen, paper and an envelope on a lone table on the first floor, though on one side of the paper there was already some German text written. Something about wurst.<br/><br/>There was also a pair of sunglasses, a straw hat and a trench coat hanging on a coathanger in the entry hall.</div></blockquote><br/>Abraham thought to himself ""That was convenient"" ano began writing the letter. He began writing a letter that he thinks even someone as smart as a doctor would believe.<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>Dear Nelly,<br/>This is a message from your secret admirer. I know that you saw me back in college. I always thought you were pretty attractive, but I say anything to you because I was too nervous. I think it's time we met. Meet me in the forest by the marked trees at midnight of tomorrow.</div></blockquote><br/>He then put the note in the envelope, sealed it, then put it in the overcoat pocket. He would later give this note to Evan and tell him to give it to Nelly. Of course, he would need to explain himself to Evan. Abraham had an idea! Just say that a lady gave it to Abraham. Abraham then took a 5 minute power nap before he left for town. Abraham went to the hospital to find either Nelly or Evan."
7342,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=250,2014-12-24T06:19:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22896935#p22896935"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22894851#p22894851"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>There was a pen, paper and an envelope on a lone table on the first floor, though on one side of the paper there was already some German text written. Something about wurst.<br/><br/>There was also a pair of sunglasses, a straw hat and a trench coat hanging on a coathanger in the entry hall.</div></blockquote><br/>Abraham thought to himself ""That was convenient"" ano began writing the letter. He began writing a letter that he thinks even someone as smart as a doctor would believe. <br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>Dear Nelly,<br/>This is a message from your secret admirer. I know that you saw me back in college. I always thought you were pretty attractive, but I say anything to you because I was too nervous. I think it's time we met. Meet me in the forest by the marked trees at midnight of tomorrow.</div></blockquote><br/>He then put the note in the envelope, sealed it, then put it in the overcoat pocket. He would later give this note to Evan and tell him to give it to Nelly. Of course, he would need to explain himself to Evan. Abraham had an idea! Just say that a lady gave it to Abraham. Abraham then took a 5 minute power nap before he left for town. Abraham went to the hospital to find either Nelly or Evan.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>No one opened the door... even though doctors must be available at all times of the day..."
7343,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=275,2014-12-24T07:18:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pandeeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22896468#p22896468"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22895863#p22895863"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>At night, The lake of Providence was covered by a sea of fog. At the edge of the sea stood a shady character by a lamppost, wearing a hat and a long coat, looking straight at Evan. There was no one else at the pier. It was deserted and quiet. The Drunkards of the Inn were long gone, along with the few couples who stroll around in the evening. <br/><br/>Then, the shady character begun to slowly come towards Evan while its hands reached into the pockets...</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Evan rested one of his hand on his chest, the other behind his back, absolutely terrified. Was this just a trickster that just was going to shoot him and take his money? After all this out-smarting other people, dodging all this law enforcement and trying to expose something, it all ends by someone just shooting him?<br/><br/>""Um, hello?"" Evan called out loud.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Hello Doctor Evan."" - Said the character with a familiar woman's voice while taking a look at the watch recently pulled out of a pocket - ""I was worried you wouldn't come."" - She said while turning slightly towards the lamp post, which now Illuminated her lips and her hair. It was Tracy, The mayor's secretary. - ""I'm sorry for calling you out this late, But I can't be seen talking to you. Listen. Nelly came to me today. She told me everything about... The papers you stole from the Factory. You have to give them back, Evan. The town's future depends on it!"" - She said with a very serious tone."
7344,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=275,2014-12-24T09:07:00,Pandeeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22901715#p22901715"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pandeeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22896468#p22896468"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Evan rested one of his hand on his chest, the other behind his back, absolutely terrified. Was this just a trickster that just was going to shoot him and take his money? After all this out-smarting other people, dodging all this law enforcement and trying to expose something, it all ends by someone just shooting him?<br/><br/>""Um, hello?"" Evan called out loud.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Hello Doctor Evan."" - Said the character with a familiar woman's voice while taking a look at the watch recently pulled out of a pocket - ""I was worried you wouldn't come."" - She said while turning slightly towards the lamp post, which now Illuminated her lips and her hair. It was Tracy, The mayor's secretary. - ""I'm sorry for calling you out this late, But I can't be seen talking to you. Listen. Nelly came to me today. She told me everything about... The papers you stole from the Factory. You have to give them back, Evan. The town's future depends on it!"" - She said with a very serious tone.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Any how, why, and where should I do that?"" Evan asked, skeptically. ""The company is carrying out illegal business, the police are searching for Nelly, and you wish to give the papers back? I need answers and reasons. This whole town needs answers and reasons."" he replied, turning harsher. Evan kept his hand rested on the knife, incase Tracey tried to take matters into her own hands."
7345,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=275,2014-12-24T09:30:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pandeeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22902368#p22902368"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22901715#p22901715"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""Hello Doctor Evan."" - Said the character with a familiar woman's voice while taking a look at the watch recently pulled out of a pocket - ""I was worried you wouldn't come."" - She said while turning slightly towards the lamp post, which now Illuminated her lips and her hair. It was Tracy, The mayor's secretary. - ""I'm sorry for calling you out this late, But I can't be seen talking to you. Listen. Nelly came to me today. She told me everything about... The papers you stole from the Factory. You have to give them back, Evan. The town's future depends on it!"" - She said with a very serious tone.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Any how, why, and where should I do that?"" Evan asked, skeptically. ""The company is carrying out illegal business, the police are searching for Nelly, and you wish to give the papers back? I need answers and reasons. This whole town needs answers and reasons."" he replied, turning harsher. Evan kept his hand rested on the knife, incase Tracey tried to take matters into her own hands.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Lorry and Charles's Toys, The only competitor of Miller's Toys in the region, They tried to get their mayor elected in this town to shut down Miller. I... was tasked to make sure that wouldn't happen..."" - She took a break there to look around - ""I became Ruebeck's assistant and had to work very hard to put him into office"" - Tracy's tone became increasingly threatening - ""I'm not gonna let you ruin everything. Either you bring me the papers by tomorrow morning, or else..."" - She wasn't sure what to say. - ""Just... please, also bring any copies you made. As for Nelly, Carl was only looking for her to inform her that she should speak with Ruebeck before she leaves."""
7346,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=275,2014-12-24T10:34:00,New Abrahammia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22901458#p22901458"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22896935#p22896935"">wrote</a>:</cite>Abraham thought to himself ""That was convenient"" ano began writing the letter. He began writing a letter that he thinks even someone as smart as a doctor would believe. <br/><br/><br/>He then put the note in the envelope, sealed it, then put it in the overcoat pocket. He would later give this note to Evan and tell him to give it to Nelly. Of course, he would need to explain himself to Evan. Abraham had an idea! Just say that a lady gave it to Abraham. Abraham then took a 5 minute power nap before he left for town. Abraham went to the hospital to find either Nelly or Evan.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>No one opened the door... even though doctors must be available at all times of the day...</div></blockquote><br/>Abraham thought that this was odd. What if there was an emergency? Regardless, Abraham decided that the right thing to do is place the note by the door and went back to Rueback's, as Abraham wanted to see how things were over there."
7347,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=275,2014-12-24T10:56:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22903138#p22903138"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22901458#p22901458"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>No one opened the door... even though doctors must be available at all times of the day...</div></blockquote><br/>Abraham thought that this was odd. What if there was an emergency? Regardless, Abraham decided that the right thing to do is place the note by the door and went back to Rueback's, as Abraham wanted to see how things were over there.</div></blockquote><br/>While Abraham was heading back to the farm, he came across something strange. A small piece of metal. There was also dim light coming from the forest."
7348,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=275,2014-12-24T11:28:00,Pandeeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22902536#p22902536"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pandeeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22902368#p22902368"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""Any how, why, and where should I do that?"" Evan asked, skeptically. ""The company is carrying out illegal business, the police are searching for Nelly, and you wish to give the papers back? I need answers and reasons. This whole town needs answers and reasons."" he replied, turning harsher. Evan kept his hand rested on the knife, incase Tracey tried to take matters into her own hands.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Lorry and Charles's Toys, The only competitor of Miller's Toys in the region, They tried to get their mayor elected in this town to shut down Miller. I... was tasked to make sure that wouldn't happen..."" - She took a break there to look around - ""I became Ruebeck's assistant and had to work very hard to put him into office"" - Tracy's tone became increasingly threatening - ""I'm not gonna let you ruin everything. Either you bring me the papers by tomorrow morning, or else..."" - She wasn't sure what to say. - ""Just... please, also bring any copies you made. As for Nelly, Carl was only looking for her to inform her that she should speak with Ruebeck before she leaves.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""All you are is a corporate lapdog. As for the files, I'm not sure. Someone broke in, perhaps one of my patients took them. I honestly am not sure; and don't want any part of this."" Evan stopped, taking a few steps further.<br/><br/>""Look Tracey, I don't think you should be helping them anymore. It's not worth it, and it's not right. Why are you helping that lying company?"""
7349,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=275,2014-12-24T11:38:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pandeeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22903641#p22903641"">wrote</a>:</cite>:o <blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22902536#p22902536"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""Lorry and Charles's Toys, The only competitor of Miller's Toys in the region, They tried to get their mayor elected in this town to shut down Miller. I... was tasked to make sure that wouldn't happen..."" - She took a break there to look around - ""I became Ruebeck's assistant and had to work very hard to put him into office"" - Tracy's tone became increasingly threatening - ""I'm not gonna let you ruin everything. Either you bring me the papers by tomorrow morning, or else..."" - She wasn't sure what to say. - ""Just... please, also bring any copies you made. As for Nelly, Carl was only looking for her to inform her that she should speak with Ruebeck before she leaves.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""All you are is a corporate lapdog. As for the files, I'm not sure. Someone broke in, perhaps one of my patients took them. I honestly am not sure; and don't want any part of this."" Evan stopped, taking a few steps further. <br/><br/>""Look Tracey, I don't think you should be helping them anymore. It's not worth it, and it's not right. Why are you helping that lying company?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""That lying company is the heart of this town, Mr. Evans. You don't know anything. You only come to this town a few days ago... Very well, have it your way then. If you don't bring the documents you stole to me by tomorrow morning, I'll see to that you lose your job as soon as possible. Farewell Mr. Evans."" - She said coldly before she turned around and begun walking away."
7350,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=275,2014-12-24T14:15:00,New Abrahammia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22903342#p22903342"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22903138#p22903138"">wrote</a>:</cite>Abraham thought that this was odd. What if there was an emergency? Regardless, Abraham decided that the right thing to do is place the note by the door and went back to Rueback's, as Abraham wanted to see how things were over there.</div></blockquote><br/>While Abraham was heading back to the farm, he came across something strange. A small piece of metal. There was also dim light coming from the forest.</div></blockquote><br/>Abraham picks up the small piece of metal, as he sees no reason to not pick up the small piece of metal. He then ventures to the dim light coming from the forest, hoping that something good comes from it."
7351,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=275,2014-12-24T15:40:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22905268#p22905268"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22903342#p22903342"">wrote</a>:</cite>While Abraham was heading back to the farm, he came across something strange. A small piece of metal. There was also dim light coming from the forest.</div></blockquote><br/>Abraham picks up the small piece of metal, as he sees no reason to not pick up the small piece of metal. He then ventures to the dim light coming from the forest, hoping that something good comes from it.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The piece of metal was warm and had the shape of a plate. The light in the forest came from a..."
7352,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=275,2014-12-24T17:52:00,Pandeeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22903756#p22903756"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pandeeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22903641#p22903641"">wrote</a>:</cite>:o <br/><br/>""All you are is a corporate lapdog. As for the files, I'm not sure. Someone broke in, perhaps one of my patients took them. I honestly am not sure; and don't want any part of this."" Evan stopped, taking a few steps further. <br/><br/>""Look Tracey, I don't think you should be helping them anymore. It's not worth it, and it's not right. Why are you helping that lying company?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""That lying company is the heart of this town, Mr. Evans. You don't know anything. You only come to this town a few days ago... Very well, have it your way then. If you don't bring the documents you stole to me by tomorrow morning, I'll see to that you lose your job as soon as possible. Farewell Mr. Evans."" - She said coldly before she turned around and begun walking away.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Evan grew slightly annoyed, being addressed as ""Mr. Evans"". Regardless, Evan had a smirk on his face, which was easily masked by the darkness. In the event that she tried to get him to loose his job, he could simply request a reason to his termination. And how could the town afford to fire Evan? They already were so desperate they wouldn't let Nelly leave, and there isn't exactly a line of people waiting to be a doctor in this tiny little town. More so, he already gave the documents to the news paper company. Even if everything Evan had was compromised, there was still more copies out there. And even more people would know of the company.<br/><br/>Evan walked back home, rather not scared by Tracey's threats. She was after all just a corporate lapdog. Could Evan really have blamed her for being the dog she is, listening to her master? She was pathetic, just like Nelly. Both were idiots, for different reasons, but Evan would bring this company down. He had to find out next about what they actually put into the wooden toys, perhaps he steals one for himself. Though it would just be easier to buy one.<br/><br/>Evan quickened his pace, reaching his home and going inside, payong special attention to lock all the windows and doors. Tracey made threats, but Evan was going to completely ignore her, make her corner herself. He, with his gloves still on, printed out two more copies of the orignal document. He hid one in the bathroom cabinet like the one he gave to the newspaper, and hid the other one under the box on his closet where he had his disguise.<br/><br/>Tomorrow Evan was going to show the news paper the original document, and then further work to expose the factory. Though something still did loom in his mind: Nelly.<br/><br/>He was worried as to why exactly the police wanted Nelly, if for innocent reasons or for covering up something. Though it just hit Evan, they had to be doing it for not-so-legal reasons. Carl simply said the mayor wanted to give an award to her, Tracey said they needed to cover the final details of her contract termination, or that's pretty much what it boiled down to. They couldn't have even kept their stories consistent!<br/><br/>After putting away the copied and original documents, Evan went to sleep."
7353,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=275,2014-12-25T06:44:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pandeeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22906931#p22906931"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22903756#p22903756"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""That lying company is the heart of this town, Mr. Evans. You don't know anything. You only come to this town a few days ago... Very well, have it your way then. If you don't bring the documents you stole to me by tomorrow morning, I'll see to that you lose your job as soon as possible. Farewell Mr. Evans."" - She said coldly before she turned around and begun walking away.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Evan grew slightly annoyed, being addressed as ""Mr. Evans"". Regardless, Evan had a smirk on his face, which was easily masked by the darkness. In the event that she tried to get him to loose his job, he could simply request a reason to his termination. And how could the town afford to fire Evan? They already were so desperate they wouldn't let Nelly leave, and there isn't exactly a line of people waiting to be a doctor in this tiny little town. More so, he already gave the documents to the news paper company. Even if everything Evan had was compromised, there was still more copies out there. And even more people would know of the company. <br/><br/>Evan walked back home, rather not scared by Tracey's threats. She was after all just a corporate lapdog. Could Evan really have blamed her for being the dog she is, listening to her master? She was pathetic, just like Nelly. Both were idiots, for different reasons, but Evan would bring this company down. He had to find out next about what they actually put into the wooden toys, perhaps he steals one for himself. Though it would just be easier to buy one.<br/><br/>Evan quickened his pace, reaching his home and going inside, payong special attention to lock all the windows and doors. Tracey made threats, but Evan was going to completely ignore her, make her corner herself. He, with his gloves still on, printed out two more copies of the orignal document. He hid one in the bathroom cabinet like the one he gave to the newspaper, and hid the other one under the box on his closet where he had his disguise. <br/><br/>Tomorrow Evan was going to show the news paper the original document, and then further work to expose the factory. Though something still did loom in his mind: Nelly.<br/><br/>He was worried as to why exactly the police wanted Nelly, if for innocent reasons or for covering up something. Though it just hit Evan, they had to be doing it for not-so-legal reasons. Carl simply said the mayor wanted to give an award to her, Tracey said they needed to cover the final details of her contract termination, or that's pretty much what it boiled down to. They couldn't have even kept their stories consistent! <br/><br/>After putting away the copied and original documents, Evan went to sleep.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Shortly after Evan fell asleep, An explosions shook the town of providence. It came from a nearby forest... Then footsteps could be heard, coming from outside."
7354,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=275,2014-12-25T11:08:00,New Abrahammia,"Abraham went to the Hotel Rogue, all tired and all. Abraham walked through the doors and shouted ""Your cheapest room, please!"" Abraham then looked around."
7355,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=275,2014-12-25T14:11:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22912757#p22912757"">wrote</a>:</cite>Abraham went to the Hotel Rogue, all tired and all. Abraham walked through the doors and shouted ""Your cheapest room, please!"" Abraham then looked around.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>A Sole dim light bulb illuminated the humble Hotel lobby from a retrofited victorian Chandelier. There was noone to be found at the reception desk though...<br/>There was a staircase leading up, A Corridor leading to a what seems to be a dining room and another mysterious door at the far end of the lobby."
7356,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=275,2014-12-25T14:17:00,New Abrahammia,"Abraham wanted to venture into the mysterious door, but was too tired. Abraham went to what seemed like s dining room to sleep on the table. They would wake him up in time for when they start serving breakfast."
7357,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=275,2014-12-25T14:31:00,Harkback Union,"<div align=""center"">The Third Day...<br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.artlex.com/ArtLex/r/images/region_burchf.rain.lg.jpg""/><br/><br/>Hotel Rouge, 5 AM</div><br/><br/>Abraham is being woken up by a rather unhappy Hotel Manager. - ""Whas are you doing on la table monsieur? Zis is unaccéptable!"" - He said furiously with a strong french accent. - ""Get Off sí table quickly, before sí guests arrhive!"" - He then closed the door of the dining room to make sure none of the guests se abraham."
7358,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=275,2014-12-25T15:45:00,New Abrahammia,(-)
7359,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=275,2014-12-25T15:49:00,Harkback Union,-
7360,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=275,2014-12-25T16:06:00,New Abrahammia,(-)
7361,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=275,2014-12-26T09:37:00,Harkback Union,"Hotel Rouge, 5:10 AM<br/><br/>The hotel guests gather in the hall. They used to have breakfast early in the morning, but something's wrong. The door to the dining room is locked. - ""Let us in."" - They Scream..."
7362,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=275,2014-12-26T10:19:00,New Abrahammia,"Abraham shouts to the hotel guests outside his room, still mimicking a French accent, ""Focké uff! Stoppe Shoutíng! Eiffel Tower!"" Abraham continued to sleep, using folded silverware as a pillow."
7363,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=275,2014-12-26T11:37:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22920337#p22920337"">wrote</a>:</cite>Abraham shouts to the hotel guests outside his room, still mimicking a French accent, ""Focké uff! Stoppe Shoutíng! Eiffel Tower!"" Abraham continued to sleep, using folded silverware as a pillow.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The Guests became increasingly suspicious. Clearly, There was something fishy going on. They looked into the keyhole and found Monsieur Braille, lying on the floor, soaked in blood. They screamed and ran to the police station across the street..."
7364,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=275,2014-12-26T12:33:00,New Abrahammia,"After hearing screams of terror, Abraham decided it was time for him to leave. Abraham ran out of the hotel through the back door. Abraham's goal was to head back to the forest, where he would be away from people that he could not trust. Abraham seemed remorseless upon exiting the building, as if he was completely uncaring for the dead hotel manager."
7365,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=275,2014-12-27T04:20:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22921226#p22921226"">wrote</a>:</cite>After hearing screams of terror, Abraham decided it was time for him to leave. Abraham ran out of the hotel through the back door. Abraham's goal was to head back to the forest, where he would be away from people that he could not trust. Abraham seemed remorseless upon exiting the building, as if he was completely uncaring for the dead hotel manager.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>In the forest, Abraham came across a small lodge...<br/>The lodge was old and very utilitarian in design. Its old windows were strained and covered by a thick layer of dirt, making it impossible to see what's inside. There were axes, saws and Piles of wood around the humble residence, Perhaps it belonged to the late Lumberjack."
7366,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=275,2014-12-27T08:49:00,New Abrahammia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22928086#p22928086"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22921226#p22921226"">wrote</a>:</cite>After hearing screams of terror, Abraham decided it was time for him to leave. Abraham ran out of the hotel through the back door. Abraham's goal was to head back to the forest, where he would be away from people that he could not trust. Abraham seemed remorseless upon exiting the building, as if he was completely uncaring for the dead hotel manager.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>In the forest, Abraham came across a small lodge...<br/>The lodge was old and very utilitarian in design. Its old windows were strained and covered by a thick layer of dirt, making it impossible to see what's inside. There were axes, saws and Piles of wood around the humble residence, Perhaps it belonged to the late Lumberjack.</div></blockquote><br/>Abraham walked through the front door of the forest lodge with his sword drawn. Abraham was expecting another lumberjack or something to attack him. He immediately saw Alexander standing there. Abraham had forgotten about him for a while, but was re-enraged upon seeing him. Abraham takes a mighty swing at Alexander's neck with his sword. This would most definetely cause him some discomfort."
7367,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=275,2014-12-28T04:25:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22929237#p22929237"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22928086#p22928086"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>In the forest, Abraham came across a small lodge...<br/>The lodge was old and very utilitarian in design. Its old windows were strained and covered by a thick layer of dirt, making it impossible to see what's inside. There were axes, saws and Piles of wood around the humble residence, Perhaps it belonged to the late Lumberjack.</div></blockquote><br/>Abraham walked through the front door of the forest lodge with his sword drawn. Abraham was expecting another lumberjack or something to attack him. He immediately saw Alexander standing there. Abraham had forgotten about him for a while, but was re-enraged upon seeing him. Abraham takes a mighty swing at Alexander's neck with his sword. This would most definetely cause him some discomfort.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>As the sword hits Alexander's body, it breaks into tiny peaces of frozen Meat, flesh and bone. The sight is horrific. There is noone else around to witness this."
7368,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=300,2014-12-28T04:34:00,New Abrahammia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22937730#p22937730"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22929237#p22929237"">wrote</a>:</cite>Abraham walked through the front door of the forest lodge with his sword drawn. Abraham was expecting another lumberjack or something to attack him. He immediately saw Alexander standing there. Abraham had forgotten about him for a while, but was re-enraged upon seeing him. Abraham takes a mighty swing at Alexander's neck with his sword. This would most definetely cause him some discomfort.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>As the sword hits Alexander's body, it breaks into tiny peaces of frozen Meat, flesh and bone. The sight is horrific. There is noone else around to witness this.</div></blockquote><br/>Abraham was confused as to were the frozen meat came from and why the body broke into tiny pieces, but eventually he decided it was best not to ask questions and just walked away. Abraham walked to Rueback's farm, hoping that the lumberjack was fixed so that Abraham could finally kill Rueback. Abraham wiped the blood on his blade on his jacket as he walked to the farm."
7369,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=300,2014-12-28T04:57:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22937765#p22937765"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22937730#p22937730"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>As the sword hits Alexander's body, it breaks into tiny peaces of frozen Meat, flesh and bone. The sight is horrific. There is noone else around to witness this.</div></blockquote><br/>Abraham was confused as to were the frozen meat came from and why the body broke into tiny pieces, but eventually he decided it was best not to ask questions and just walked away. Abraham walked to Rueback's farm, hoping that the lumberjack was fixed so that Abraham could finally kill Rueback. Abraham wiped the blood on his blade on his jacket as he walked to the farm.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>It was early in the morning when abraham arrived at ruebeck's farm. A Trail of red smoke came from the chimey of the farmhouse. Aside from ruebeck's truck, An old-fashioned car was also parked near the entrance. The lights were on inside as usual..."
7370,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=300,2014-12-28T12:20:00,New Abrahammia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22937836#p22937836"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22937765#p22937765"">wrote</a>:</cite>Abraham was confused as to were the frozen meat came from and why the body broke into tiny pieces, but eventually he decided it was best not to ask questions and just walked away. Abraham walked to Rueback's farm, hoping that the lumberjack was fixed so that Abraham could finally kill Rueback. Abraham wiped the blood on his blade on his jacket as he walked to the farm.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>It was early in the morning when abraham arrived at ruebeck's farm. A Trail of red smoke came from the chimey of the farmhouse. Aside from ruebeck's truck, An old-fashioned car was also parked near the entrance. The lights were on inside as usual...</div></blockquote><br/>Abraham knocks on the front door of Rueback's house, as Abraham is still a guest and Rueback is the homeowner. Abraham picks his nose as he waits for Rueback to answer the door."
7371,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=300,2014-12-28T23:02:00,Pandeeria,"Evan woke up, rubbing his tired eyes as he prepared himself for work.<br/><br/>One of the benefits of this job was the free-time; due to being in such a small, not many people are constantly getting hurt and even then are probably not going to the official doctor, and Evan still got payed for essentially sitting around, waiting for calls and signing papers.<br/><br/>He got out of bed without any enthusiam, skeptical of whatever would happen today in this little town. Evan got dressed, combed his hair, all the usual day-to-day activities.<br/><br/>That's when Evan jerked awake. The files! He had to bring the files to the newspaper, and Tracy asked for them. Seeing the time, he realized that he had to bring them to Tracey in roughly an hour. Evan quickly got his stuff, picked up a bag and shoved and wrote a note, being careful to not leave his finger prints on the copy nor the note. He also wrote with his left hand instead of his right hand, though took a lot of time to ensure it looked as if someone who was truly left-handed wrote it. He wrote:<br/><br/>""I sadly do not have the orignal files, a paitent by the name of Adam probably took them. I do not know his last name, nor his location as he snuck away from me in a delusional state. I however printed a copy off, and have hid that under the small garbage can that is behind the Library.""<br/><br/>Realizing he cannot do much further without directly leading to his identity, Evan decided to put on the old disguise again. With the slick black gloves, sun glasses, slightly too-small coat, and more, it effectively hid his identity yet again. He grabbed the bag that did not have his finger prints on it, put in the copied file and some day-to-day stuff, and walked to the library, using the least used walkways to avoid unecessary attention. Evan, making sure no one else was watching him, pickly lifted up a small tin garbage can that was located behind the library. He put the copied file under the trash can and quickly darted back home.<br/><br/>At home, he took off the disguise, grabbed a dofferent bag, put in money and the note, and began to walk to the pier to meet with Tracey.<br/><br/>The whole process was tedious and boring, however Evan would do anything to ensure that the path to his identity was unclear as possible. And with the painful time he had damaging his very own finger prints, Evan became obsessed with not allowing any finger prints when necessary.<br/><br/>Evan walked to the dock, trying to see if Tracey was there."
7372,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=300,2014-12-29T11:26:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22940334#p22940334"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22937836#p22937836"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>It was early in the morning when abraham arrived at ruebeck's farm. A Trail of red smoke came from the chimey of the farmhouse. Aside from ruebeck's truck, An old-fashioned car was also parked near the entrance. The lights were on inside as usual...</div></blockquote><br/>Abraham knocks on the front door of Rueback's house, as Abraham is still a guest and Rueback is the homeowner. Abraham picks his nose as he waits for Rueback to answer the door.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Instead of Ruebeck, Baron Arnould opens the door to the house. He is dressed in a strange brown coat and wears gloves. - ""Ah, Abraham! How nice of you to visit! Come inside"" - He said. - ""I was told you would likely visit us. You may be wondering why I'm here... Well, Mr Ruebeck's truck broke down in front of my manor. I helped him out and we became friends. I came over to visit him!"" - The Baron opened the door to the cellar and screamed - ""Herr Ruebeck, Abraham is here.""<br/><br/>The Baron could be easily pushed down the stairway, or perhaps stabbed in the back at this moment..."
7373,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=300,2014-12-29T11:37:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pandeeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22946515#p22946515"">wrote</a>:</cite>Evan woke up, rubbing his tired eyes as he prepared himself for work.<br/><br/>One of the benefits of this job was the free-time; due to being in such a small, not many people are constantly getting hurt and even then are probably not going to the official doctor, and Evan still got payed for essentially sitting around, waiting for calls and signing papers.<br/><br/>He got out of bed without any enthusiam, skeptical of whatever would happen today in this little town. Evan got dressed, combed his hair, all the usual day-to-day activities. <br/><br/>That's when Evan jerked awake. The files! He had to bring the files to the newspaper, and Tracy asked for them. Seeing the time, he realized that he had to bring them to Tracey in roughly an hour. Evan quickly got his stuff, picked up a bag and shoved and wrote a note, being careful to not leave his finger prints on the copy nor the note. He also wrote with his left hand instead of his right hand, though took a lot of time to ensure it looked as if someone who was truly left-handed wrote it. He wrote: <br/><br/>""I sadly do not have the orignal files, a paitent by the name of Adam probably took them. I do not know his last name, nor his location as he snuck away from me in a delusional state. I however printed a copy off, and have hid that under the small garbage can that is behind the Library.""<br/><br/>Realizing he cannot do much further without directly leading to his identity, Evan decided to put on the old disguise again. With the slick black gloves, sun glasses, slightly too-small coat, and more, it effectively hid his identity yet again. He grabbed the bag that did not have his finger prints on it, put in the copied file and some day-to-day stuff, and walked to the library, using the least used walkways to avoid unecessary attention. Evan, making sure no one else was watching him, pickly lifted up a small tin garbage can that was located behind the library. He put the copied file under the trash can and quickly darted back home.<br/><br/>At home, he took off the disguise, grabbed a dofferent bag, put in money and the note, and began to walk to the pier to meet with Tracey.<br/><br/>The whole process was tedious and boring, however Evan would do anything to ensure that the path to his identity was unclear as possible. And with the painful time he had damaging his very own finger prints, Evan became obsessed with not allowing any finger prints when necessary. <br/><br/>Evan walked to the dock, trying to see if Tracey was there.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The pier was cold and quiet. The fog still shrouded the lake, but a lone fishing boat could be seen, floating on the gentle surface of the lake. The dim light of the lamp post was still the only source of light at the docks. The sun was yet to rise. Tracy wasn't there, or anyone else for that matter... or at least, So it seemed at first. Then footsteps could be heard, Coming from behind Evan."
7374,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=300,2014-12-29T13:13:00,New Abrahammia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22951328#p22951328"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22940334#p22940334"">wrote</a>:</cite>Abraham knocks on the front door of Rueback's house, as Abraham is still a guest and Rueback is the homeowner. Abraham picks his nose as he waits for Rueback to answer the door.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Instead of Ruebeck, Baron Arnould opens the door to the house. He is dressed in a strange brown coat and wears gloves. - ""Ah, Abraham! How nice of you to visit! Come inside"" - He said. - ""I was told you would likely visit us. You may be wondering why I'm here... Well, Mr Ruebeck's truck broke down in front of my manor. I helped him out and we became friends. I came over to visit him!"" - The Baron opened the door to the cellar and screamed - ""Herr Ruebeck, Abraham is here."" <br/><br/>The Baron could be easily pushed down the stairway, or perhaps stabbed in the back at this moment...</div></blockquote><br/>Abraham says to the Baron ""Um, Baron Arnould? What do you think of that toy factory that made trains from an illegal kind of tree? I mean, the arsonist was trying to save any other trees from being cut, but he also destroyed the place of work for quite a few people."""
7375,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=300,2014-12-30T19:00:00,Pandeeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22951424#p22951424"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pandeeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22946515#p22946515"">wrote</a>:</cite>Evan woke up, rubbing his tired eyes as he prepared himself for work.<br/><br/>One of the benefits of this job was the free-time; due to being in such a small, not many people are constantly getting hurt and even then are probably not going to the official doctor, and Evan still got payed for essentially sitting around, waiting for calls and signing papers.<br/><br/>He got out of bed without any enthusiam, skeptical of whatever would happen today in this little town. Evan got dressed, combed his hair, all the usual day-to-day activities. <br/><br/>That's when Evan jerked awake. The files! He had to bring the files to the newspaper, and Tracy asked for them. Seeing the time, he realized that he had to bring them to Tracey in roughly an hour. Evan quickly got his stuff, picked up a bag and shoved and wrote a note, being careful to not leave his finger prints on the copy nor the note. He also wrote with his left hand instead of his right hand, though took a lot of time to ensure it looked as if someone who was truly left-handed wrote it. He wrote: <br/><br/>""I sadly do not have the orignal files, a paitent by the name of Adam probably took them. I do not know his last name, nor his location as he snuck away from me in a delusional state. I however printed a copy off, and have hid that under the small garbage can that is behind the Library.""<br/><br/>Realizing he cannot do much further without directly leading to his identity, Evan decided to put on the old disguise again. With the slick black gloves, sun glasses, slightly too-small coat, and more, it effectively hid his identity yet again. He grabbed the bag that did not have his finger prints on it, put in the copied file and some day-to-day stuff, and walked to the library, using the least used walkways to avoid unecessary attention. Evan, making sure no one else was watching him, pickly lifted up a small tin garbage can that was located behind the library. He put the copied file under the trash can and quickly darted back home.<br/><br/>At home, he took off the disguise, grabbed a dofferent bag, put in money and the note, and began to walk to the pier to meet with Tracey.<br/><br/>The whole process was tedious and boring, however Evan would do anything to ensure that the path to his identity was unclear as possible. And with the painful time he had damaging his very own finger prints, Evan became obsessed with not allowing any finger prints when necessary. <br/><br/>Evan walked to the dock, trying to see if Tracey was there.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The pier was cold and quiet. The fog still shrouded the lake, but a lone fishing boat could be seen, floating on the gentle surface of the lake. The dim light of the lamp post was still the only source of light at the docks. The sun was yet to rise. Tracy wasn't there, or anyone else for that matter... or at least, So it seemed at first. Then footsteps could be heard, Coming from behind Evan.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Evan quickly spun around, tensing up to see who it was."
7376,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=300,2015-01-05T08:42:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22952532#p22952532"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22951328#p22951328"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Instead of Ruebeck, Baron Arnould opens the door to the house. He is dressed in a strange brown coat and wears gloves. - ""Ah, Abraham! How nice of you to visit! Come inside"" - He said. - ""I was told you would likely visit us. You may be wondering why I'm here... Well, Mr Ruebeck's truck broke down in front of my manor. I helped him out and we became friends. I came over to visit him!"" - The Baron opened the door to the cellar and screamed - ""Herr Ruebeck, Abraham is here."" <br/><br/>The Baron could be easily pushed down the stairway, or perhaps stabbed in the back at this moment...</div></blockquote><br/>Abraham says to the Baron ""Um, Baron Arnould? What do you think of that toy factory that made trains from an illegal kind of tree? I mean, the arsonist was trying to save any other trees from being cut, but he also destroyed the place of work for quite a few people.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Ah... I'm sorry Abraham. I'm not really involved in the town's affairs"" - Said the Baron - ""I think arson is bad though... but Why do you ask?""<br/><br/>Meanwhile, Herr Ruebeck screamed from the cellar: ""I'll go in 10 minutes!"""
7377,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=300,2015-01-05T08:47:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pandeeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22967918#p22967918"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22951424#p22951424"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>The pier was cold and quiet. The fog still shrouded the lake, but a lone fishing boat could be seen, floating on the gentle surface of the lake. The dim light of the lamp post was still the only source of light at the docks. The sun was yet to rise. Tracy wasn't there, or anyone else for that matter... or at least, So it seemed at first. Then footsteps could be heard, Coming from behind Evan.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Evan quickly spun around, tensing up to see who it was.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>It was the mayor! He wore a top hat, The town's Livery collar and fancy clothes. - ""Good morning citizen!"" - He said. He didn't recognize Evan and moved on. He soon entered a townhouse by the pier..."
7378,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=300,2015-01-05T13:03:00,New Abrahammia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=23034008#p23034008"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22952532#p22952532"">wrote</a>:</cite>Abraham says to the Baron ""Um, Baron Arnould? What do you think of that toy factory that made trains from an illegal kind of tree? I mean, the arsonist was trying to save any other trees from being cut, but he also destroyed the place of work for quite a few people.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Ah... I'm sorry Abraham. I'm not really involved in the town's affairs"" - Said the Baron - ""I think arson is bad though... but Why do you ask?""<br/><br/>Meanwhile, Herr Ruebeck screamed from the cellar: ""I'll go in 10 minutes!""</div></blockquote><br/>Abraham thought to himself ""He has to die. He just does."" Abraham plotted to kill him right after the lumberjack was patched up. Can't risk losing his bionic buddy. Abraham then began to vigorously pick his nose and wait for his lumberjack friend to come back."
7379,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=300,2015-01-06T01:15:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=23036233#p23036233"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=23034008#p23034008"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""Ah... I'm sorry Abraham. I'm not really involved in the town's affairs"" - Said the Baron - ""I think arson is bad though... but Why do you ask?""<br/><br/>Meanwhile, Herr Ruebeck screamed from the cellar: ""I'll go in 10 minutes!""</div></blockquote><br/>Abraham thought to himself ""He has to die. He just does."" Abraham plotted to kill him right after the lumberjack was patched up. Can't risk losing his bionic buddy. Abraham then began to vigorously pick his nose and wait for his lumberjack friend to come back.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The Baron went to the kitchen and after a few minutes returned with a plate of 4 glasses and a bottle of champagne. He then went to the living room, Where a new trapdoor was constructed to cover the hole punched through by boiler. Arnould opened the bottle and poured some beverage in each glass. - ""Wait till you see what I and Ruebeck have created!"" - He said. A Few minutes after, the trapdoor opened and a half man, half machine lumberjack ascended through it. One of his eyes were replaced by a camera, His arms and legs were made of steel. His heart was replaced by a mechanical pump and he carried a generator on his back which ran on petroleum. - ""Gooood Moooorniiiing AAAAbrahaaam"" - He said with a cold, inhumane tone. Ruebeck also came upstairs to witness Abraham's response to his creation.<br/><br/>""Marvelous!"" - The Baron noted as he handed a glass of champagne to everyone. - ""Lets drink to this achievement!"""
7380,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=300,2015-01-06T01:51:00,New Abrahammia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=23042945#p23042945"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=23036233#p23036233"">wrote</a>:</cite>Abraham thought to himself ""He has to die. He just does."" Abraham plotted to kill him right after the lumberjack was patched up. Can't risk losing his bionic buddy. Abraham then began to vigorously pick his nose and wait for his lumberjack friend to come back.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The Baron went to the kitchen and after a few minutes returned with a plate of 4 glasses and a bottle of champagne. He then went to the living room, Where a new trapdoor was constructed to cover the hole punched through by boiler. Arnould opened the bottle and poured some beverage in each glass. - ""Wait till you see what I and Ruebeck have created!"" - He said. A Few minutes after, the trapdoor opened and a half man, half machine lumberjack ascended through it. One of his eyes were replaced by a camera, His arms and legs were made of steel. His heart was replaced by a mechanical pump and he carried a generator on his back which ran on petroleum. - ""Gooood Moooorniiiing AAAAbrahaaam"" - He said with a cold, inhumane tone. Ruebeck also came upstairs to witness Abraham's response to his creation.<br/><br/>""Marvelous!"" - The Baron noted as he handed a glass of champagne to everyone. - ""Lets drink to this achievement!""</div></blockquote><br/>Abraham looked horrified. ""Can… can he still chop? That's the most important thing about him, so if he can't do that, that's bad. Also, did all this Frankenstein business affect his personality? I need to know so that I can either be awestricken or horrified."" Abraham then turned to Rueback, awaiting the answer."
7381,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=300,2015-01-06T02:19:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=23043076#p23043076"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=23042945#p23042945"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>The Baron went to the kitchen and after a few minutes returned with a plate of 4 glasses and a bottle of champagne. He then went to the living room, Where a new trapdoor was constructed to cover the hole punched through by boiler. Arnould opened the bottle and poured some beverage in each glass. - ""Wait till you see what I and Ruebeck have created!"" - He said. A Few minutes after, the trapdoor opened and a half man, half machine lumberjack ascended through it. One of his eyes were replaced by a camera, His arms and legs were made of steel. His heart was replaced by a mechanical pump and he carried a generator on his back which ran on petroleum. - ""Gooood Moooorniiiing AAAAbrahaaam"" - He said with a cold, inhumane tone. Ruebeck also came upstairs to witness Abraham's response to his creation.<br/><br/>""Marvelous!"" - The Baron noted as he handed a glass of champagne to everyone. - ""Lets drink to this achievement!""</div></blockquote><br/>Abraham looked horrified. ""Can… can he still chop? That's the most important thing about him, so if he can't do that, that's bad. Also, did all this Frankenstein business affect his personality? I need to know so that I can either be awestricken or horrified."" Abraham then turned to Rueback, awaiting the answer.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Oh, He can chop wood all right!"" - Answered Arnould as Ruebeck was busy funneling champagne down his throat.<br/><br/>""Chooooop. Chooop wood. Understood."" - Said the lumberjack before He begun chopping up the furniture in the living room.<br/><br/>""Stop!"" - Screamed the baron. - ""Go Chop wood outside.""<br/><br/>""Chop Woood..."" - Repeated the lumberjack. - ""Outside?""<br/><br/>""Leafe Zrough Zee front door and goe straight until you get to Zee forest. Dzen Shop wood dzere and bring it back!"" - Instructed Ruebeck.<br/><br/>""Understoooood"" - Replied the lumberjack. He then walked out of the living room and into the front door, which wouldn't open for him. - ""Obsticle Deeetected!"" - He chopped it up and moved on.<br/><br/>""His personality has changed, Ja. Zat is an inevitable side-effect of our prosedure!"" - Ruebeck informed abraham. - ""Ve attached a complex calculator to his brian!"""
7382,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=300,2015-01-06T02:39:00,New Abrahammia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=23043142#p23043142"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=23043076#p23043076"">wrote</a>:</cite>Abraham looked horrified. ""Can… can he still chop? That's the most important thing about him, so if he can't do that, that's bad. Also, did all this Frankenstein business affect his personality? I need to know so that I can either be awestricken or horrified."" Abraham then turned to Rueback, awaiting the answer.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Oh, He can chop wood all right!"" - Answered Arnould as Ruebeck was busy funneling champagne down his throat. <br/><br/>""Chooooop. Chooop wood. Understood."" - Said the lumberjack before He begun chopping up the furniture in the living room.<br/><br/>""Stop!"" - Screamed the baron. - ""Go Chop wood outside.""<br/><br/>""Chop Woood..."" - Repeated the lumberjack. - ""Outside?""<br/><br/>""Leafe Zrough Zee front door and goe straight until you get to Zee forest. Dzen Shop wood dzere and bring it back!"" - Instructed Ruebeck.<br/><br/>""Understoooood"" - Replied the lumberjack. He then walked out of the living room and into the front door, which wouldn't open for him. - ""Obsticle Deeetected!"" - He chopped it up and moved on.<br/><br/>""His personality has changed, Ja. Zat is an inevitable side-effect of our prosedure!"" - Ruebeck informed abraham. - ""Ve attached a complex calculator to his brian!""</div></blockquote><br/>Abraham looked horrified at this creation. Abraham then raised his sword and said ""You must pay for your sins!"" Abraham then began swinging his sword at Rueback and, if Rueback is hit, he would then get the Baron. Abraham was still trying to act on what the trees have ordered him to do and had no qualms about what they did to the lumberjack."
7383,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=300,2015-01-06T03:01:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=23043200#p23043200"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=23043142#p23043142"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""Oh, He can chop wood all right!"" - Answered Arnould as Ruebeck was busy funneling champagne down his throat. <br/><br/>""Chooooop. Chooop wood. Understood."" - Said the lumberjack before He begun chopping up the furniture in the living room.<br/><br/>""Stop!"" - Screamed the baron. - ""Go Chop wood outside.""<br/><br/>""Chop Woood..."" - Repeated the lumberjack. - ""Outside?""<br/><br/>""Leafe Zrough Zee front door and goe straight until you get to Zee forest. Dzen Shop wood dzere and bring it back!"" - Instructed Ruebeck.<br/><br/>""Understoooood"" - Replied the lumberjack. He then walked out of the living room and into the front door, which wouldn't open for him. - ""Obsticle Deeetected!"" - He chopped it up and moved on.<br/><br/>""His personality has changed, Ja. Zat is an inevitable side-effect of our prosedure!"" - Ruebeck informed abraham. - ""Ve attached a complex calculator to his brian!""</div></blockquote><br/>Abraham looked horrified at this creation. Abraham then raised his sword and said ""You must pay for your sins!"" Abraham then began swinging his sword at Rueback and, if Rueback is hit, he would then get the Baron. Abraham was still trying to act on what the trees have ordered him to do and had no qualms about what they did to the lumberjack.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>A Huge hole was cut in Ruebeck's belly through which Wurst and beer poured out in was quantities. - ""Mein Gott!"" - He screamed as he fell back into the basement.<br/><br/>The baron wasn't so easy to deal with as He carried a sword of his own. - ""En Garde!"" - He said as he drew out his weapon and pointed it at Abraham."
7384,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=300,2015-01-06T03:28:00,New Abrahammia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=23043268#p23043268"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=23043200#p23043200"">wrote</a>:</cite>Abraham looked horrified at this creation. Abraham then raised his sword and said ""You must pay for your sins!"" Abraham then began swinging his sword at Rueback and, if Rueback is hit, he would then get the Baron. Abraham was still trying to act on what the trees have ordered him to do and had no qualms about what they did to the lumberjack.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>A Huge hole was cut in Ruebeck's belly through which Wurst and beer poured out in was quantities. - ""Mein Gott!"" - He screamed as he fell back into the basement.<br/><br/>The baron wasn't so easy to deal with as He carried a sword of his own. - ""En Garde!"" - He said as he drew out his weapon and pointed it at Abraham.</div></blockquote><br/>Abraham holds his sword out as well, but doesn't attack the Baron. Instead, he walks backwards to the front door and uses his leg to tap open the unlocked door. He says ""Lumberjack! Be a sweetie and help me murder the Baron? I'd appreciate it."" Abraham readies himself for a duel."
7385,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=300,2015-01-06T03:38:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=23043353#p23043353"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=23043268#p23043268"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>A Huge hole was cut in Ruebeck's belly through which Wurst and beer poured out in was quantities. - ""Mein Gott!"" - He screamed as he fell back into the basement.<br/><br/>The baron wasn't so easy to deal with as He carried a sword of his own. - ""En Garde!"" - He said as he drew out his weapon and pointed it at Abraham.</div></blockquote><br/>Abraham holds his sword out as well, but doesn't attack the Baron. Instead, he walks backwards to the front door and uses his leg to tap open the unlocked door. He says ""Lumberjack! Be a sweetie and help me murder the Baron? I'd appreciate it."" Abraham readies himself for a duel.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Murder? Baron? Must not harm creators. Must obey Creators. Must chop wood."" - Said the Lumberjack. He kept moving on to the forest and begun bulldozing trees.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, Baron Arnould made the first move. He preformed a<span style=""font-style: italic""> flunge</span>, trying to slash Abraham arm... the one which held the sword."
7386,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=300,2015-01-06T03:45:00,New Abrahammia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=23043408#p23043408"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=23043353#p23043353"">wrote</a>:</cite>Abraham holds his sword out as well, but doesn't attack the Baron. Instead, he walks backwards to the front door and uses his leg to tap open the unlocked door. He says ""Lumberjack! Be a sweetie and help me murder the Baron? I'd appreciate it."" Abraham readies himself for a duel.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Murder? Baron? Must not harm creators. Must obey Creators. Must chop wood."" - Said the Lumberjack. He kept moving on to the forest and begun bulldozing trees.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, Baron Arnould made the first move. He preformed a<span style=""font-style: italic""> flunge</span>, trying to slash Abraham arm... the one which held the sword.</div></blockquote><br/>Abraham attempts to parry the attack in the split second he has to react. Regardless of if he is hit in the arm or not, his next move is to run away. Abraham drops his sword and runs toward the town after attempting to parry the sword. He hoped to lose the Baron on the way there, as the Baron may have to stop to pick up the sword. After all, it is<span style=""font-style: italic"">his</span>sword."
7387,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=300,2015-01-06T03:49:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=23043435#p23043435"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=23043408#p23043408"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""Murder? Baron? Must not harm creators. Must obey Creators. Must chop wood."" - Said the Lumberjack. He kept moving on to the forest and begun bulldozing trees.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, Baron Arnould made the first move. He preformed a<span style=""font-style: italic""> flunge</span>, trying to slash Abraham arm... the one which held the sword.</div></blockquote><br/>Abraham attempts to parry the attack in the split second he has to react. Regardless of if he is hit in the arm or not, his next move is to run away. Abraham drops his sword and runs toward the town after attempting to parry the sword. He hoped to lose the Baron on the way there, as the Baron may have to stop to pick up the sword. After all, it is <span style=""font-style: italic"">his</span> sword.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Abraham's Parry was quiet successful. The Baron Was impressed, then very disappointed when Abraham ran away. - ""No! Come back and fight!"" - He screamed after Abraham. Seeing that he wasn't going to come back, He took the sword and returned to the basement to look after his injured friend.<br/><br/>Meanwhile in the town, a crowd gathered at the hotel where a murder took place. Inspector Carl just arrived at the scene on his Model T."
7388,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=300,2015-01-06T03:58:00,New Abrahammia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=23043447#p23043447"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=23043435#p23043435"">wrote</a>:</cite>Abraham attempts to parry the attack in the split second he has to react. Regardless of if he is hit in the arm or not, his next move is to run away. Abraham drops his sword and runs toward the town after attempting to parry the sword. He hoped to lose the Baron on the way there, as the Baron may have to stop to pick up the sword. After all, it is <span style=""font-style: italic"">his</span> sword.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Abraham's Parry was quiet successful. The Baron Was impressed, then very disappointed when Abraham ran away. - ""No! Come back and fight!"" - He screamed after Abraham. Seeing that he wasn't going to come back, He took the sword and returned to the basement to look after his injured friend. <br/><br/>Meanwhile in the town, a crowd gathered at the hotel where a murder took place. Inspector Carl just arrived at the scene on his Model T.</div></blockquote><br/>Abraham went to the hospital to check on Dr. Evan. Abraham needed a place to hide from the cops as well as a place to finish off Rueback in the event that he had survived. When at Evan's door, Abraham began tapping on the door frantically screaming ""Open up, open up, open up!"" Abraham looked left and right, as if someone was coming for Abraham."
7389,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=300,2015-01-06T07:39:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=23043459#p23043459"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=23043447#p23043447"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Abraham's Parry was quiet successful. The Baron Was impressed, then very disappointed when Abraham ran away. - ""No! Come back and fight!"" - He screamed after Abraham. Seeing that he wasn't going to come back, He took the sword and returned to the basement to look after his injured friend. <br/><br/>Meanwhile in the town, a crowd gathered at the hotel where a murder took place. Inspector Carl just arrived at the scene on his Model T.</div></blockquote><br/>Abraham went to the hospital to check on Dr. Evan. Abraham needed a place to hide from the cops as well as a place to finish off Rueback in the event that he had survived. When at Evan's door, Abraham began tapping on the door frantically screaming ""Open up, open up, open up!"" Abraham looked left and right, as if someone was coming for Abraham.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>There was indeed. A man in a blue collar, heading for the hotel rouge to check out whats the commotion about. Upon spotting abraham, he stopped to say - ""Hey... I know you from somewhere... You look like the guy who burnt down our factory! Hah! Just kidding..."" - He then moved on."
7390,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=300,2015-01-06T12:45:00,New Abrahammia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=23044396#p23044396"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=23043459#p23043459"">wrote</a>:</cite>Abraham went to the hospital to check on Dr. Evan. Abraham needed a place to hide from the cops as well as a place to finish off Rueback in the event that he had survived. When at Evan's door, Abraham began tapping on the door frantically screaming ""Open up, open up, open up!"" Abraham looked left and right, as if someone was coming for Abraham.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>There was indeed. A man in a blue collar, heading for the hotel rouge to check out whats the commotion about. Upon spotting abraham, he stopped to say - ""Hey... I know you from somewhere... You look like the guy who burnt down our factory! Hah! Just kidding..."" - He then moved on.</div></blockquote><br/>Abraham raises his hand, then realized that he had dropped his sword. ""Rookie mistake,"" he thought to himself. Instead, he runs up to the man trying to get close enough tostrangle him. Abraham shouts ""come back here!"" as he sprints."
7391,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=300,2015-01-06T12:48:00,Harkback Union,"The Man is Frightened by Abraham. - ""What do you want from me?!?"" - He screams as he starts running to keep the distance with his pursuer. - ""Help! Somebody Help!"" - He is slower then Abraham though and he eventually gets caught."
7392,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=300,2015-01-06T12:53:00,New Abrahammia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=23046984#p23046984"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Man is Frightened by Abraham. - ""What do you want from me?!?"" - He screams as he starts running to keep the distance with his pursuer. - ""Help! Somebody Help!"" - He is slower then Abraham though and he eventually gets caught.</div></blockquote><br/>Abraham puts the man in a chokehold and begins whispering ""shh, shh shh shh. It'll all be over soon."" Abraham puts his foot on the back of the man's knee and begins to apply pressure. This is to make the man stop standing. Abraham feels the need to murder more people. After the man goes limp, Abraham will continue to search the town for lone, weakish people."
7393,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=325,2015-01-06T13:01:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=23047020#p23047020"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=23046984#p23046984"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Man is Frightened by Abraham. - ""What do you want from me?!?"" - He screams as he starts running to keep the distance with his pursuer. - ""Help! Somebody Help!"" - He is slower then Abraham though and he eventually gets caught.</div></blockquote><br/>Abraham puts the man in a chokehold and begins whispering ""shh, shh shh shh. It'll all be over soon."" Abraham puts his foot on the back of the man's knee and begins to apply pressure. This is to make the man stop standing. Abraham feels the need to murder more people. After the man goes limp, Abraham will continue to search the town for lone, weakish people.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Abraham's acts didn't go unnoticed. The Man's shouts and the running caught the attention of the crowd at the hotel rouge. They arrived at the scene soon where they found Abraham by a dead body. - ""What happened here?"" - Asked one woman. - ""Somebody call the doctor"" - Said another. Inspector Carl was also at the scene. He tried to make his way through the crowd - ""Excuse me... EXCUSE ME! Police coming through!"""
7394,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=325,2015-01-06T13:47:00,New Abrahammia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=23047089#p23047089"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=23047020#p23047020"">wrote</a>:</cite>Abraham puts the man in a chokehold and begins whispering ""shh, shh shh shh. It'll all be over soon."" Abraham puts his foot on the back of the man's knee and begins to apply pressure. This is to make the man stop standing. Abraham feels the need to murder more people. After the man goes limp, Abraham will continue to search the town for lone, weakish people.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Abraham's acts didn't go unnoticed. The Man's shouts and the running caught the attention of the crowd at the hotel rouge. They arrived at the scene soon where they found Abraham by a dead body. - ""What happened here?"" - Asked one woman. - ""Somebody call the doctor"" - Said another. Inspector Carl was also at the scene. He tried to make his way through the crowd - ""Excuse me... EXCUSE ME! Police coming through!""</div></blockquote><br/>Abraham casually walked away from the murder, as if he didn't see the body. Abraham was going to wander the streets a bit to find another lone victim while the people were investigating. Abraham crossed his fingers, hoping he wouldn't be stopped by the police."
7395,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=325,2015-01-06T14:00:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=23047526#p23047526"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=23047089#p23047089"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Abraham's acts didn't go unnoticed. The Man's shouts and the running caught the attention of the crowd at the hotel rouge. They arrived at the scene soon where they found Abraham by a dead body. - ""What happened here?"" - Asked one woman. - ""Somebody call the doctor"" - Said another. Inspector Carl was also at the scene. He tried to make his way through the crowd - ""Excuse me... EXCUSE ME! Police coming through!""</div></blockquote><br/>Abraham casually walked away from the murder, as if he didn't see the body. Abraham was going to wander the streets a bit to find another lone victim while the people were investigating. Abraham crossed his fingers, hoping he wouldn't be stopped by the police.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Nelly! Doctor Nelly! Over here quick!"" - Shouted Inspector Carl.<br/><br/>""I'm coming"" - She said as she hurried. She checked the man's pulse. - ""He's Dead.""<br/><br/>Everybody was shocked. - ""We have a serial killer In town!"" - Someone screamed.<br/><br/>""I've seen a man... a very strange looking fella. He walked to the Doctor's office a few minutes ago. I've also seen him at the factory!""<br/><br/>""Wasn't he hearing glasses, Jeans and unusual boots?""<br/><br/>""Ye, That's him!""<br/><br/>""We Must find him quickly before he harms our children!"" - Said one worried mother.<br/>Flash mobs formed in the town square. They armed themselves with torches and crude weapons and went to find the serial killer.<br/><br/>Meanwhile. Abraham came across a young girl. She was just walking to school."
7396,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=325,2015-01-06T14:07:00,New Abrahammia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=23047700#p23047700"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=23047526#p23047526"">wrote</a>:</cite>Abraham casually walked away from the murder, as if he didn't see the body. Abraham was going to wander the streets a bit to find another lone victim while the people were investigating. Abraham crossed his fingers, hoping he wouldn't be stopped by the police.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Nelly! Doctor Nelly! Over here quick!"" - Shouted Inspector Carl. <br/><br/>""I'm coming"" - She said as she hurried. She checked the man's pulse. - ""He's Dead.""<br/><br/>Everybody was shocked. - ""We have a serial killer In town!"" - Someone screamed.<br/><br/>""I've seen a man... a very strange looking fella. He walked to the Doctor's office a few minutes ago. I've also seen him at the factory!""<br/><br/>""Wasn't he hearing glasses, Jeans and unusual boots?""<br/><br/>""Ye, That's him!""<br/><br/>""We Must find him quickly before he harms our children!"" - Said one worried mother. <br/>Flash mobs formed in the town square. They armed themselves with torches and crude weapons and went to find the serial killer.<br/><br/>Meanwhile. Abraham came across a young girl. She was just walking to school.</div></blockquote><br/>Abraham ran up to the little girl, full speed. Abraham extended both fists as if to punch her by running into her. If this went according to plan, Abraham was going to grab her by the shins and use her as a weapon for when people inevitably try to stop him. If it didn't work, Abraham would tell her he had some candy and that she should come closer to recieve it. Then, Abraham would figuratively knock her lights out."
7397,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=325,2015-01-06T20:53:00,Pandeeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=23034040#p23034040"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pandeeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=22967918#p22967918"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Evan quickly spun around, tensing up to see who it was.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>It was the mayor! He wore a top hat, The town's Livery collar and fancy clothes. - ""Good morning citizen!"" - He said. He didn't recognize Evan and moved on. He soon entered a townhouse by the pier...</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Uhhh, good morning!"" Evan said in a cheery tone of voice. However, the sight of the mayor disgusted him. Evan for a second even thought of the idea of stabbing the man in the back, throwing his pathetic carcass into the watery depths of the pier. However, the idea was never seriously taken.<br/><br/>However, it dawned on Evan that this situation wasn't right. It had to be more than coincidence that the mayor showed up at the peir the moment Evan was going there to look for Tracey, who was also at the pier and worked for the comany that helped win the mayor's election. Evan began to peruse the mayor, taking extreme caution."
7398,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=325,2015-01-07T08:45:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pandeeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=23052726#p23052726"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=23034040#p23034040"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>It was the mayor! He wore a top hat, The town's Livery collar and fancy clothes. - ""Good morning citizen!"" - He said. He didn't recognize Evan and moved on. He soon entered a townhouse by the pier...</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Uhhh, good morning!"" Evan said in a cheery tone of voice. However, the sight of the mayor disgusted him. Evan for a second even thought of the idea of stabbing the man in the back, throwing his pathetic carcass into the watery depths of the pier. However, the idea was never seriously taken. <br/><br/>However, it dawned on Evan that this situation wasn't right. It had to be more than coincidence that the mayor showed up at the peir the moment Evan was going there to look for Tracey, who was also at the pier and worked for the comany that helped win the mayor's election. Evan began to peruse the mayor, taking extreme caution.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The Mayor didn't notice Evan at all. Once Inside the townhouse, he took out a large package from underneath his suit and rang the bell of a first floor apartment. The lights turned on inside and the door was soon opened. The Mayor walked in.<br/><br/>The Apartment had a window not far from the door the Mayor entered. Through it, the mayor could be seen giving the package to a woman, who wore warm clothes and had her face hidden behind scarfs. The woman took out Bottles full of pills and some foodstuff from the package and then moved on to boil some water on his kitchen stove. Meanwhile, distant screams of a young girl reached the pier and the mayor begun walking to the window to take a look outside."
7399,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=325,2015-01-07T08:49:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=23047779#p23047779"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=23047700#p23047700"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""Nelly! Doctor Nelly! Over here quick!"" - Shouted Inspector Carl. <br/><br/>""I'm coming"" - She said as she hurried. She checked the man's pulse. - ""He's Dead.""<br/><br/>Everybody was shocked. - ""We have a serial killer In town!"" - Someone screamed.<br/><br/>""I've seen a man... a very strange looking fella. He walked to the Doctor's office a few minutes ago. I've also seen him at the factory!""<br/><br/>""Wasn't he hearing glasses, Jeans and unusual boots?""<br/><br/>""Ye, That's him!""<br/><br/>""We Must find him quickly before he harms our children!"" - Said one worried mother. <br/>Flash mobs formed in the town square. They armed themselves with torches and crude weapons and went to find the serial killer.<br/><br/>Meanwhile. Abraham came across a young girl. She was just walking to school.</div></blockquote><br/>Abraham ran up to the little girl, full speed. Abraham extended both fists as if to punch her by running into her. If this went according to plan, Abraham was going to grab her by the shins and use her as a weapon for when people inevitably try to stop him. If it didn't work, Abraham would tell her he had some candy and that she should come closer to recieve it. Then, Abraham would figuratively knock her lights out.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The Girl didn't move. She was easy to grab. She did give out a deafening scream though. It echoed across the town. From all over the town, People came towards the source of the screaming."
7400,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=325,2015-01-07T10:23:00,Pandeeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=23055807#p23055807"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pandeeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=23052726#p23052726"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""Uhhh, good morning!"" Evan said in a cheery tone of voice. However, the sight of the mayor disgusted him. Evan for a second even thought of the idea of stabbing the man in the back, throwing his pathetic carcass into the watery depths of the pier. However, the idea was never seriously taken. <br/><br/>However, it dawned on Evan that this situation wasn't right. It had to be more than coincidence that the mayor showed up at the peir the moment Evan was going there to look for Tracey, who was also at the pier and worked for the comany that helped win the mayor's election. Evan began to peruse the mayor, taking extreme caution.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The Mayor didn't notice Evan at all. Once Inside the townhouse, he took out a large package from underneath his suit and rang the bell of a first floor apartment. The lights turned on inside and the door was soon opened. The Mayor walked in.<br/><br/>The Apartment had a window not far from the door the Mayor entered. Through it, the mayor could be seen giving the package to a woman, who wore warm clothes and had her face hidden behind scarfs. The woman took out Bottles full of pills and some foodstuff from the package and then moved on to boil some water on his kitchen stove. Meanwhile, distant screams of a young girl reached the pier and the mayor begun walking to the window to take a look outside.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Dammit"" Evan sighed to himself. Evan was going to do more investigation, but his instinctive humanist side of him kicked in. He had to go help the little girl.<br/><br/>Evan began to run as fast as possible to the screaming."
7401,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=325,2015-01-07T12:23:00,New Abrahammia,"Abraham turned to Evan, who was running to save the day. Abraham said ""This doesn't concern you, doctor. Walk away. Abraham firmly grasps the girl's ankles and holds her to Abraham's side, as if he was preparing to swing her as if she were a weapon. Abraham glares aggressively at Evan, waiting for him to do something."
7402,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=325,2015-01-08T16:11:00,Pandeeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=23057819#p23057819"">wrote</a>:</cite>Abraham turned to Evan, who was running to save the day. Abraham said ""This doesn't concern you, doctor. Walk away. Abraham firmly grasps the girl's ankles and holds her to Abraham's side, as if he was preparing to swing her as if she were a weapon. Abraham glares aggressively at Evan, waiting for him to do something.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""What the actual fuck is wrong with you?"" Evan asked, wide eyed. The sigh was disturbing, terrifying. Evan rested his hand on his chest, feeling the mildly securing grasp of the combat dagger. ""What are you planning to do with that child? Release her now!""<br/><br/>Evan began screaming out to others. ""HELP! A MAN IS TRYING TO HURT A KID! GET THE POLICE!"" Evan did everything in his power to draw public attention to them."
7403,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=325,2015-01-08T16:23:00,Harkback Union,"Indeed, the public was out to hunt down Abraham. They likewise heard the screams of the girl, But the early morning winds just delivered large chunks of stormy clouds above Providence. The Thunderstorm that followed made Evan's shouting difficult to hear. It didn't help either that most of the townsfolk rushed home to look after their kids and to gather torches and Pitchforks for the lynching. There was however somebody coming in the distance. It was hard to tell who it was in the shadowy streets and it would probably take him at least half a minute to get there..."
7404,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=325,2015-01-08T20:08:00,New Abrahammia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321993&amp;p=23071346#p23071346"">wrote</a>:</cite>Indeed, the public was out to hunt down Abraham. They likewise heard the screams of the girl, But the early morning winds just delivered large chunks of stormy clouds above Providence. The Thunderstorm that followed made Evan's shouting difficult to hear. It didn't help either that most of the townsfolk rushed home to look after their kids and to gather torches and Pitchforks for the lynching. There was however somebody coming in the distance. It was hard to tell who it was in the shadowy streets and it would probably take him at least half a minute to get there...</div></blockquote><br/>Abraham's eyes flashed red for a moment. Abraham made a very rash and poorly planned decision by attempting to swing at Evan using the little girl as a weapon. Abraham swung at Evan's rib, as he unconsciously knew that would hurt as well as be hard to avoid. Abraham also involuntarily shouted ""Agh!"" When swinging the little girl."
7405,Valley of Madness - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=321993&start=325,2015-01-10T08:29:00,Harkback Union,"The man in the distance came closer in the meantime, but he wasn't there yet."
7406,Illuminati (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322007,2014-11-30T10:15:00,Lunas Legion,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://wird.com.ua/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/0168Russia-nuclear-bunker.jpg""/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 85%; line-height: 116%;"">Rare photo of Illuminati Council Bunker Lima-Tango, HQ of the FInal Council; Location Unknown, presumed to be in Siberia.</span></div><br/><br/>The Bunker was quiet; except for the sound of guard's footsteps echoing through the empty halls and the hum of distant machinery, the bunker was silent. The Illuminati slept; all organisations had to sleep, even one with a reputation as infamous as the Illuminati's.<br/><br/>But that reputation was almost all they had left; the lights flickered and the paint peeled off some parts of the metal walls, signs of the state of disrepair the bunker had been in ever since the Rosicrucians had taken Russia from their control in one stroke. The world had moved on, and the Illuminati had been dragged down by it.<br/><br/>But if there is any organisation that can pull off a return to power, it is the Illuminati. The Rosicrucians are distracted by a shadow war against the Freemasons and Patriots while the Gang of Four watches from the sidelines. Anonymous and the New World Order continue their attempts to either destroy or merge all the secret societies.<br/><br/>But above all the petty struggles sits Cicada 3301; most mysterious of societies. Beyond their name, nothing is known, and even less about what their first move will be."
7407,Illuminati (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322007,2014-11-30T13:03:00,Alouite,"William Clayton sat in his office, a silenced pistol hidden in his jacket, a revolver strapped under his desk and a poision injecting penknife in his pants pocket that had the nasty venom of the potent box jellyfish that reside in the waters of Austalia. He called his contacts in ASIS and requested that they look into Japanese military and industrial complexes under the pretense of it strengthening Australian security. In reality it was his first goal for the Illuminati, to take the Japanese government, there were barely any other orders influencing Japan at the time, so he figured he could begin operations there and then in the city of Rome with the help of his Vatican allies. He called on the council to meet and discuss plans, go over what they had now and what they would aim to do. For all of them the message was the same. The code was cryptic and encrypted, but to those that applied, it was a clear request for a meeting.<br/><br/><dl class=""codebox""><dt>Code: <a href=""#"" onclick=""selectCode(this); return false;"">Select all</a></dt><dd><code>It is about time we had our next meeting. We need to make sure our eye is clear as to what it's intentions are.</code></dd></dl>"
7408,Illuminati (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322007,2014-11-30T15:50:00,Elejamie,"Over at his flat in London, John had woken up from a bad night's sleep, had his shower and gotten changed into his usual gear - a black leather trench coat; a plain white shirt with some blood spatter on it, presumably from a poor sap that wasn't giving him enough information; a pair of black denim jeans; a brown holster, which contained his trusty M1911, attached to a belt; and a pair of black dress shoes. He was about to complete the look by putting on a pair of mirrored Aviator sunglasses when he got a message. He checked it out and replied, also coded and encrypted:<br/><br/><dl class=""codebox""><dt>Code: <a href=""#"" onclick=""selectCode(this); return false;"">Select all</a></dt><dd><code>Sounds good, mi amigo. Date and time?</code></dd></dl><br/><br/>He then put his glasses on, lit up a cigarette and started getting everything he needed."
7409,Illuminati (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322007,2014-11-30T16:05:00,Alouite,"Mr Clayton was reviewing data on the Government of Japan, he finally realized that only the weak pathetic Yakuza, Triads and Vegas Mafia had any influence on them. A perfect target. He then got a response from John and nodded. He took out a bottle of whiskey and poured himself a small shot glass and said to himself in his Australian accent ""This will be an important meeting, I will need to make sure I am well prepared."" He picked up his comm device and responded.<br/><br/><dl class=""codebox""><dt>Code: <a href=""#"" onclick=""selectCode(this); return false;"">Select all</a></dt><dd><code>As soon as you can. This is about big business, Tokyo size buisness.</code></dd></dl>"
7410,Illuminati (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322007,2014-11-30T17:36:00,Elejamie,"Just after he packed the last of his things, he got the message on his comm device. After he had tapped some of the ash into the ashtray, he typed back a reply:<br/><br/><dl class=""codebox""><dt>Code: <a href=""#"" onclick=""selectCode(this); return false;"">Select all</a></dt><dd><code>Thanks. Where are we all meeting?</code></dd></dl><br/><br/>He then hid his comm device in a pocket, grabbed his phone and put it in his pocket. He then headed out of his flat, got into his car - a Noble M600 - and made his way to the airport, where Black Industries had a private jet handy. Once he's got enough info about where to go, he'll tell the pilot to go there."
7411,Illuminati (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322007,2014-11-30T19:01:00,Kalbana,"Amy sighed. She had been sitting at her desk, coffee mug in hand, reading reports for the last few hours. Unfortunately, pretty much all of the reports were on how badly they, The Illuminati, were losing.<br/><br/>""This just keeps getting better and better,"" groaned Amy as she picked up a new one, this time about a rumour of some kind of Patriot scheme that was going down in Missouri. Something about a shooting and riots, it looked like. Suddenly, her monitor lit up with messanges<br/><br/><dl class=""codebox""><dt>Code: <a href=""#"" onclick=""selectCode(this); return false;"">Select all</a></dt><dd><code>Mouth: It is about time we had our next meeting. We need to make sure our eye is clear as to what it's intentions are.<br/>Right Hand: Sounds good, mi amigo. Date and time?<br/>Mouth: As soon as you can. This is about big business, Tokyo size buisness.<br/>Right Hand: Thanks. Where are we all meeting?</code></dd></dl><br/><br/>Quickly breathing a sigh of relief, Amy decided to intervene<br/><br/><dl class=""codebox""><dt>Code: <a href=""#"" onclick=""selectCode(this); return false;"">Select all</a></dt><dd><code>Eye: I second this notion. The meeting should take place at my location. If possible, I would like to get the entire council to come</code></dd></dl><br/><br/>Sitting back in her chair, Amy awaited a response"
7412,Illuminati (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322007,2014-11-30T19:42:00,OneEarth,"Elijah Wilson slowly slumped into his home, after having spent an extra shift with the President of the United States. He was a member of the secret service, and one of President Obama's most trusted secret advisers. Elijah fell onto the bed, until his phone began beeping, emails popping up. He read the different message from various members of his organization, learning on their plans of calling a meeting. Finally, he came across the Eye's response. Finally, he typed up a response.<br/><br/><dl class=""codebox""><dt>Code: <a href=""#"" onclick=""selectCode(this); return false;"">Select all</a></dt><dd><code>I can meet whenever and where ever. I'll tell President Obama that it's a secret mission for his protection. It's time for us to finally strike against the Freemasons.</code></dd></dl>"
7413,Illuminati (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322007,2014-11-30T20:57:00,Senkaku,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Two days ago<br/>China<br/>Guangdong Province<br/>Zhuhai<br/>Yehe Residency</span></span><br/><hr/><br/><br/><br/>""It seems like our interests in this matter would align quite closely, both behind the curtains and in the public eye.""<br/>Ayan shrugged, sipping his wine. ""Well, for something as important as this, I'm sure you've been speaking to the State Council.""<br/>Tai waved a hand dismissively. ""We<span style=""font-style: italic"">are</span>the State Council. But yes, the Council is quite eager to move forward with this. It would be a provocative and effective move, inflaming passions in Europe and Asia. The Gang can't be officially associated with it, obviously, but we're quite willing to help out with this.""<br/>""Well, I'm glad to hear I still have some influence on the State Council's opinions. Will the MSS be working out the details?""<br/>""Unfortunately the Norks want to be in charge of handling things.""<br/>Ayan snorted. ""They may be good at kidnapping schoolchildren from Japan, but high-level assassinations like these? Please. Tell them no.""<br/>""I'll try. Kim Jong-un is still adjusting to being Supreme Leader, though.""<br/>""He'll listen, especially if the rest of the Gang threatens to cut off his aid and travel privileges. On another subject, I'd like you to keep this on the down-low for now. This is a good move for everyone, but unfortunately people on my side of things have become increasingly cautious of late. There's a decent chance that they'll override me if they find out, which would be a shame.""<br/>Tai raised an eyebrow. ""I see. I'll do what I can... but it might not be a total loss for you, if that happened. And I'm sorry we couldn't help you in Minsk, but it just seemed like an overly aggressive move.""<br/>Ayan winked. ""My plane's waiting.""<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Yesterday<br/>India<br/>Varanasi<br/>Annapurna Temple</span></span><br/><hr/><br/><br/><br/>""Alright. The MSS has gotten everything in place, so we're just here to watch and make sure everything goes to plan,"" Tai yelled over the thunder of the helicopter's rotors. ""If you look down, there's the Annapurna temple, right? Okay, we're about to fly over where the bombs are going to go off... let's see. See that semi, heading towards us on the other side of the road? The main compartment is filled with ammonium nitrate fertilizer explosives and ball bearings. We couldn't get a bomb onto his car- the man's only Minister of Agriculture, but I guess being a prominent Rosicrucian comes with some perks like car sweeps. Well, they didn't find the UV barcode!"" He chuckled nastily. ""Anyways, the semi's about to start having engine issues.... There we go. So now the driver gets out and-""<br/>Ayan interjected. ""What are these things for?,"" he asked, pointing to the little red levers attached to their seats covered in warning symbols.<br/>""Oh, those? Those are in case the two of us need to eject.""<br/>""Eject? Why would we need to eject?""<br/>""Don't worry about it. Anyways, you can see the Minister's car, here it comes... And the driver is flagging a taxi now. Oh, shit, here's some earplugs, you'll want these."" Thęy both hurriedly put the mold able synthetic plugs in, watching as the driver flagged down a taxi, which sped around to drop him at the door of the temple, where he pulled out a phone and began texting someone or several someones.<br/>The Minister of Agriculture's car came closer and closer, and several taxis began pulling over, letting out young Indian men wearing thick vests. Ayan peered at them with his binoculars and made a face of surprise.<br/>Tai quickly typed a note on his phone.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">They're just our backup, to make sure the job is finished. </span><br/>Ayan took it and swiftly typed back.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Who are they?</span><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Maoists from the east. The Minister of Agriculture is from there, devout Hindu, good target since we've given them the means to hit him.</span><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Do they know about the truck bomb? Those look like suicide vests.</span><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">The driver was one of them. MSS asset. I guess some of them are overzealous, or maybe Maoist Hindus. You know, die in Varanasi, release from the wheel...</span>Tai laughed, though Ayan couldn't hear him between the rotors and the earplugs. He reached for the phone to write back, and was about to take it when the bomb went off. The firing mechanism, with triple redundancy, was triggered by a positive reading of the tiny ultraviolet laser that pinged the Minister's car at precisely the right height to find the tiny barcode planted there by MSS agents after they had received it from some of Ayan's Illuminati subordinates. The flash was intense, the shockwave quite powerful. Cars, rickshaws, and pedestrians were hurled aside like rag dolls by the explosion, one car even hitting the temple and reducing the truck driver and many others to red smears. Several of the other Maoists were also too close, and were hurled aside, one of their suicide vests igniting in a lesser conflagration. The noise was incredible, drowning everything else out and shaking one's bones, even through the earplugs, and the helicopter jerked like it had been hit by a giant's slap when the shockwave struck. The ball bearings inside the truck ripped through the dense crowds and the front of buildings, as well as the Minister of Agriculture's car, which had been hurled into a building and burst into flames. The Maoists began shooting wildly, some of them blowing themselves up and causing further carnage, and a massive plume of smoke began to rise over Varanasi on a hot wind filled with the screams of the wounded and dying.<br/>They both took their earplugs out as the pilot veered off, heading away, and Ayan smiled.<br/>""Thank the Gang for me,"" he said to Tai, and then called forward to the cockpit. ""Take me to the airport! I have to get to Minsk.""<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Today<br/>Belarus<br/>Minsk<br/>Uručča Metro Station<br/></span></span><br/><hr/><br/><br/><br/>It was very late, and Ayan was very tired. The Uručča station, one of the Minsk Metro system's newest, was almost completely empty.<br/><br/>Almost. A severe middle-aged woman, dressed in a drab grey pantsuit and heavy black coat, was standing by the edge of the eastbound platform, holding a suitcase. She happened to be Galina Shushkevich, amongst the most powerful women in Belarus. While she was not a major political player, or given much attention by the media, this woman had used her connections in the KGB, Armed Forces, and the Treasury, along with her relatively senior position in the Rosicrucian hierarchy, to become an important, if rarely seen, adviser to the Belarusian president. One guard stood at her shoulder, another two near the main entrance, and the one next to her occasionally threw Ayan, who appeared to be waiting for a westbound train, a dirty look. Ayan had prepared heavily for this- extensive makeup and his heavy coat and large hat disguised his true identity, making him look like a working-class man, perhaps a member of the Tatar minority, or else some loitering vagabond.<br/>His train, with a few people on board, arrived. One or two got off and hurried out, even as the eastbound train arrived, and Ayan hopped on as Ms. Shushkevich boarded it. His car was completely empty, and he pulled out his phone, opening the link to the video from the cameras that his asset had mounted in the other train. He scrolled through the various feeds sluggishly on his phone, yawning.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Ah, there she is. Let's see...</span><br/>Galina was sitting, ramrod-straight, in her seat, hands folded neatly on top of her suitcase, her guards standing throughout the otherwise-empty car. Ayan stared intently at one of the frontmost right windows, which looked out onto the dark tunnel walls outside.<br/>There were two white flashes. One was well in front of the car, illuminating a bright streak, and the other was behind, only visible as a faint glow on the tunnel walls. One of the guards turned his head slightly, and the signal dropped. Ayan heard a deep<span style=""font-style: italic"">boom</span>and a rumbling noise, and then a dull roar a moment later as the natural gas released by the tunnel collapse ignited.<br/><br/>Galina Shushkevich was quite, quite dead, and Sirin Ayan was quite, quite tired. He checked his email and messages, then his secure messages and secret communications, and the train stopped. He got out, surreptitiously dropping his phone into the crack between the platform and the train where it would be crushed, and he headed towards where his guard, assistant, and chauffeur, Liu, was waiting, standing by the escalator, wearing a similar disguise.<br/>""Back to the airport, I think. We've got a meeting to go to.""<br/>A few minutes later, another message appeared.<br/><dl class=""codebox""><dt>Code: <a href=""#"" onclick=""selectCode(this); return false;"">Select all</a></dt><dd><code>I'll be there. Happy to help w/any planning, I've just been traveling a bit.</code></dd></dl>"
7414,Illuminati (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322007,2014-11-30T23:33:00,Hastiaka,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;"">Saint Peter's Basilica, Vatican.</span></span><br/><hr/><br/>Cardinal Alfonzo walked in front of the sacred gates of the Vatican. As he walks through the hallowed grounds, He waved at a group of American tourists. He approached them and they asked him to bless them in Latin.<span style=""font-style: italic"">''Sit illuminati benedicam tibi. Deus in saeculum et in saeculum saeculi et figura illuminatus osculantur''</span>one of the tourists asked him what Illuminati means. He replied;<span style=""font-style: italic"">''enlightenment.''</span>After the encounter, Cardinal Alfonzo entered the gigantic super-church. Looking at the marvelous paintings and the impressive architecture. He looked above and saw the painting of Adam and god. He was flattered about what he saw. Suddenly, two Cardinals approached him and greeted him.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">''Ah! Cardinal Alfonzo!''</span>said one of the Cardinals while wiping the dust of his robe.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">''Hello, i fare well. How does my allies fare?''</span>he replied.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">''You know Cardinal.. we like you. Somehow, how do you make the people like you?''</span>the second Cardinal replied.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">''Charm.. we do have charms right?''</span>he joked and it followed with somehow a serious atmosphere surrounding the three Cardinals.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">''Wow.. we.. we.. better go now.''</span>the both said in unison.<br/><br/>The Cardinal then walked towards the office of the Pope; His closest friend.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Pope Francis' Office, Vatican City.</span></span><br/><hr/><br/>The Cardinal smiled and shakes the Pope. the Two were very close friends. Actually, the Cardinal was the 2nd major candidate just below the then Cardinal Begroglilio. He walks infront of his Cabinet.<span style=""font-style: italic"">''My old friend! How fare thee today?''</span>the Cardinal said with utter joy.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">''Let me guess.. your ''Order'' needs more donations right?''</span>the Pope said with anger.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">''W..what order?''</span>the Cardinal replied nervously.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">''I'm JOKING! I guess you need more money? I'll send several million euros to the Diocese of Milan. Don't worry.''</span>the Pope replied.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">''Thanks, you gave me what i came here for.''</span><br/><br/><pre style=""overflow: auto; background-color: #FFFFFF; border: 1px solid #D8D8D8; padding: 3px;"">The Vatican<br/>St. Peter's Basilica<br/>Archdiocese of Milan.<br/><br/>Dear fellow Illuminati,<br/>I have successfully under mined the foolish pope. He had given me several <br/>Million Euros. I will soon give it to you.<br/><br/>Sincerely,<br/>Brother Alfonzo Constantino<br/>Finger of the Illuminati</pre>"
7415,Illuminati (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322007,2014-12-01T16:36:00,Elejamie,"When John got to the airport, he parked in his usual spot. He then checked his comm device, not because it took so long to receive the message but rather so he did not crash his car. When he got out of the car, he threw his cigarette butt onto the floor and stomped it out. He then replied:<br/><br/><dl class=""codebox""><dt>Code: <a href=""#"" onclick=""selectCode(this); return false;"">Select all</a></dt><dd><code>Sounds good, mi amiga. Expect me there soon.</code></dd></dl><br/><br/>He put it back in his pocket and headed towards a man. He was roughly in his forties, with some stubble and glasses, dressed in a pilot uniform and was busy reading his copy of The Guardian. ""Hey Steve,"" John said to the pilot, who looked up from his paper. ""Can you take me to Siberia? Company meeting."" Steve then nodded and put his paper under his arm as the two of them walked over to the plane - an all-black Embraer Lineage 1000 with the company's name written in white block capital letters along the sides."
7416,Illuminati (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322007,2014-12-01T18:13:00,Alouite,"William boarded a small private jet from a small private airport a few miles north of Sydney. He boarded it with A briefcase full of money, a backpack which contained his combat gear, a small machete, in his suit what he was wearing at the time, was a hidden silenced pistol as always, and his pen carefully talked into his jacket pocket ready to be used at a moments notice. He checked his Messages and then responded.<br/><br/><dl class=""codebox""><dt>Code: <a href=""#"" onclick=""selectCode(this); return false;"">Select all</a></dt><dd><code>I'll be there in 12 hours, the best flight I could manage without being suspicious.</code></dd></dl>"
7417,Illuminati (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322007,2014-12-01T22:44:00,Hastiaka,"<span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Milan, Italia</span></span><br/><hr/><br/><br/>Hours later, the Cardinal arrived to his Cathedral. several Mass filled with people are seen all throughout Milan. However, the Cardinal had also convinced several key Milanese government officials to help the Illuminati. Wary if ever should they betray, He had used his money to convince Young Illuminati members to stay guard next to these officials.<br/><br/>Shortly after, He proceeded to his Office and wrote the Order a message. Afterwards, he took a ride to the Airport where a Vatican-dispatched Plane arrived. Luckily, the Pilot too, was an Illuminati.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">''Ah, it's you! I'm sure that all is doing well?''</span>asked the Cardinal.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">''Brother, may i ask. Where are you going?''</span>relpied the Pilot.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">''Our bretheren and i have important issues to discuss. Don't worry. It'll be discreet.''</span><br/><br/>Suddenly, the Plane took off. He looked down and saw Milan. The bright lights of the city is stunning. Milan has been breached by the Illuminati. Italy's most famous tabloid and newspapers had been cleansed of any suspicion of the Illuminati. The Cardinal was proud of what he had done. Making the world a better place. One city at one time.<br/><br/>Soon the plane would be several Hundred miles away. the Cardinal would sleep waiting to arrive tommorow.<br/><br/><dl class=""codebox""><dt>Code: <a href=""#"" onclick=""selectCode(this); return false;"">Select all</a></dt><dd><code>ENCRYPTED.<br/><br/>Brothers, I'll be arriving in siberia. I have covered by tracks. Gloria et Illuminati!</code></dd></dl>"
7418,Illuminati (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322007,2014-12-03T14:55:00,New Jordslag,"""Commander Amy~"" James said as he walked up to her desk in the Siberian bunker. He looked at her Computer. He heard something about a Patriot Scheme and now there were new messages in her Monitor. Right now, Amy, the Eye, the Commander, and his lifelong friend, seemed to be very suspicious. He waved it off. The way she had done things for the Illumnati, there was no way she was part of the Patriots. Patriots weren't total sadists. Besides, she was his friend, so she deserved benefit of the doubt. ""I heard about some riots in Ferguson. Patriot Scheme. You probably have heard of it. Do you wish me to deploy the forces of our American Cell to stop the Riots? Or do you have another plan, O Glorious Eye?"""
7419,Illuminati (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322007,2014-12-03T18:55:00,Alouite,"Mr.Clayton finally arrived at the meeting location, he put his hand into his pocket keeping his eyes open to make sure that this was not an ambush by a rival group. Once you put in his secret access code And went through several other security procedures, he entered the bunker and want to meet Amy the Eye, leader and commander of the illuminati. He looked at her and said ""there's a specific reason that I called this meeting, we all know that illuminati business is been going downhill lately, but perhaps… We might finally be able to retake a nation, there are a few that I can personally use my ASIS connections to get into, or at least temper around with their files to help our cause. First and foremost, Australia, it would be an honor for me to help bring my home country under the control of the all Seeing Eye, with our protection and order I feel confident my homeland will prosper. In fact, there is a chance I'll get a potential promotion and begin working as a head of Pacific Operations due to my negotiating skills. But more than that, Japan is a land long untouched by other organizations, a perfect place to start our operations, soon we can expand to Northern Italy and Vatican City, eventually we could use our Italian cells to contact and incorporate the Mafia into the Illuminati, and from there we can use Mafia connections to our advantage, cross that with our papal and secret service influences and we will have an underground empire, ripe to open an Australian, Japanese, Italian and Neapolitan chapter."""
7420,Illuminati (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322007,2014-12-03T19:18:00,Elejamie,"After the long flight and the drive from the airport, John was standing outside the bunker. He lit up his cigarette as his Russian contacts - Dmitri (his driver) and Stepan (his bodyguard) - drove away in the black Volkswagen Phaeton used to transport him there. After he lit his cigarette up and took a drag, he took out his comm device and wrote:<br/><br/><dl class=""codebox""><dt>Code: <a href=""#"" onclick=""selectCode(this); return false;"">Select all</a></dt><dd><code>I'm here. Did I miss anything?</code></dd></dl><br/><br/>He then put it back in his pocket and took another drag on his cigarette. He then punched in the security code, did all the security checks and made his way into the bunker, trying to join the meeting."
7421,Illuminati (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322007,2014-12-03T19:46:00,Senkaku,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Several hours ago<br/>Russia<br/>Novosibirsk Oblast<br/>Novosibirsk<br/>Tolmachevo International Airport</span><br/></span><br/><hr/><br/><br/><br/><br/>""Sir, we may have to skip the meeting,"" Liu said, frowning, as he looked around the baggage claim.<br/>""Why?""<br/>""The FSB guys, who've been shadowing us since Minsk? They've been staying much closer to us since we landed in Yekaterinburg. And I didn't want to alarm you, but we did have an Su-27 flying near us for a good chunk of that last flight.""<br/>""A few bugs doesn't mean they're shadowing us incredibly closely. I think this is an important meeting, I shouldn't miss it.""<br/>""Sir, I'm not sure we have a choice. You see that news stand? FSB man standing in the doorway. He's been with us since Moscow. There's that Belarusian KGB officer here too, and she's been with us since we left Minsk, over in that café. I'm almost certain there's FSB personnel embedded in the airport security as well- why would those cameras be pointed this way? They don't protect that shop at all pointed towards us. Here, let's walk towards the fourth carousel."" They both stood, heading over towards the other baggage carousel and sitting down.<br/>Ayan sighed. ""And now they're pointing this way."" He glanced around for microphones, tapping a button on his phone to emit an ultrasonic pulse that would disable any recording devices too close to the two of them besides their own. ""I get it, the Rosicrucians are suspicious. But they don't know I'm Illuminati- if they somehow missed or chose not to believe the bait we left in the rooms in Minsk and in Delhi, which would tie me to the Freemasons, then they would probably connect me to the Gang.""<br/>""Sir, the point is, it'd be far too dangerous to try and go to the meeting.""<br/>""Either way, let's go to the hotel.""<br/>Liu nodded, standing, and they both headed outside, flagging down a taxi. It was quite brisk outside, and the sky was slowly darkening as night fell on Russia's third city.<br/>""Jīn Yiyi?"" The voice came from the nearest door to the baggage claim, and Ayan bit his tongue. It was the pseudonym he'd traveled on since leaving Minsk, and someone calling him by a throwaway pseudonym was usually a bad sign. Sure enough, when he and Liu turned around, it was the FSB officer who had been loitering in the newsstand. Liu muttered in Manchu that he could see two pairs of probable hostiles bearing down on them, from opposite directions along the curb. Ayan motioned to the taxi driver to hold for a moment, throwing him a few extra roubles, and looked expectantly at the FSB man.<br/>""How can I help you?""<br/>""Sir, if you could come with me. I've just got a few quick questions for you inside, very sorry for the inconvenience.""<br/>""This is all very irregular,"" Ayan said indignantly in Russian, and then switched to Chinese to speak to Liu.<br/>""Can we play this one cool?""<br/>""The Belarusian woman just exited north of us,"" Liu said, eyes darting around, ""and there are some regular uniformed security officers turning towards us as well. I'd say no. I'll drive, you shoot."" He headed around to the driver's side window, while Ayan looked back to the Russian, taking his small pistol out of his waistband discreetly. The driver's side door opened.<br/>""Will my assistant need to come? You know, we have a meeting downtown in an hour and I don't-""<br/>His shot took the Russian in the throat, just as Liu hurled the driver's bleeding body into the street and swung into his seat, having killed the man with a knife to the spine. Ayan sat down into his seat, slamming his door shut, and Liu burned rubber as he swerved into traffic, hitting at least ninety miles an hour. There was confused shouting from the curb as they whizzed by, and a few shots ricocheted off the cab or whizzed past, and Liu swung them around towards the airport garage, leaning on his horn and taking the taxi up over a hundred. He slowed down- somewhat- as they entered the garage, cruising rapidly past various parked cars until the found a few that looked like promising rides and Liu stopped.<br/>They hurried out of the cab, Liu pausing to pour out a cigarette lighter on the driver's seat and then delivering a spark. The fire began to spread, burning merrily, as Ayan finished pulling out their very few bags and picking the lock of the car next to them, a nondescript sedan, with tinted windows and a long-term vacation parking permit that would expire in a week, whenever its owners returned from wherever they were.<br/>Liu hopped in the back, Ayan took the wheel, and they drove cautiously out of the garage, passing two black cars undoubtedly full of FSB personnel, and heading towards the city.<br/>Ayan looked back at Liu, who was staring out the back window as smoke began to creep out from the garage.<br/>""Alright. Now that we've shaken them, I think we have very little choice but to head for the bunker. We're only a few hundred miles from the Chinese border, so after the meeting it'll just be a day of rough driving and then safety, okay?""<br/>Liu nodded, turning back around. ""We can head straight for the bunker, I think, unless we spot another trail on us. Probably don't even need to swap out cars, this thing has four-wheel drive and a good suspension.""<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><br/>Now<br/>Russia<br/>Altai Republic<br/>Illuminati HQ</span></span><br/><hr/><br/><br/>The car, mud-spattered, dusty, one headlight smashed and the fenders dented, pulled up outside the bunker's perimeter as the sun was just beginning to make an appearance in the east, casting a very faint glow over the horizon that tinted the black eastern sky a deep indigo. It was approached by two guards, but they immediately recognized Ayan and let the car through. Liu, who had been taking the last shift driving, got out and opened Ayan's door for him. The Ear groaned, closing his eyes, and then unbuckled his seatbelt, hopping out and heading towards the low concrete hut that opened onto the tunnel leading to the main regions of the silo. Within two minutes, they were amidst the offices and computers and shelf after shelf of hard-copy files. Liu waited outside, while Ayan headed into the conference room.<br/>""Hey, everyone. Sorry I'm late to the party. What're we doing?"""
7422,Illuminati (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322007,2014-12-03T20:04:00,OneEarth,"Elijah eventually arrived to the meeting place, proud that he was one of the few lower-ranking members allowed at these meetings. He figured it had something to do with his 'occupation', as well as his skills as an assassin. Either way, Elijah punched in the security codes and quickly slipped inside, where he saw the high-ranking Illuminati members. He smirked as he leaned against a wall, slowly beginning to clean a handgun he always carried.<br/><br/>""What's this meeting about?"" he piped up, deciding to get his voice out there."
7423,Illuminati (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322007,2014-12-04T03:06:00,Hastiaka,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;"">Illuminati Bunker, Siberia</span></span><br/><br/>Hours after the plane landed, The Cardinal walked towards the bunker and opened the iron door. He walked through the Hallowed tunnels of the bunker. His footsteps would echo throughout the surrounding chamber. Until he arrived at the Headquarters.<br/><br/>He walked and saw the eye. Greeted the members and walked on. He went to his bunk bed which was all dusty. He wiped it off and went to see the others again.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">''Milan and the Vatican is under my chokehold. The Freemasons can be dealt in Rome but i'll need help wiping them off from Northern Italy.''</span>"
7424,Illuminati (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322007,2014-12-04T08:00:00,OneEarth,"<blockquote><div><cite>Hastiaka <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322007&amp;p=22671701#p22671701"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;"">Illuminati Bunker, Siberia</span></span><br/><br/>Hours after the plane landed, The Cardinal walked towards the bunker and opened the iron door. He walked through the Hallowed tunnels of the bunker. His footsteps would echo throughout the surrounding chamber. Until he arrived at the Headquarters.<br/><br/>He walked and saw the eye. Greeted the members and walked on. He went to his bunk bed which was all dusty. He wiped it off and went to see the others again.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">''Milan and the Vatican is under my chokehold. The Freemasons can be dealt in Rome but i'll need help wiping them off from Northern Italy.''</span></div></blockquote><br/><br/>""If you'll give me targets,"" Elijah said simply, ""I can get rid of them. I can even do it quietly if you want.""<br/><br/>Elijah holstered his gun and looked at his allies, different scenarios crossing his mind. He thought that perhaps the best, possible solution was to invite his targets to a dinner at some restaurant, preferably Freemason or some other society-owned. Of course, he'd have to make a few other visitors sick, so as to cover it up, but he could make sure these targets were dead.<br/><br/>""Also, I think I may have found a way to get the Freemason candidate out of office in America,"" Elijah commented, ""As well as get an Illuminati in on the Republican ticket, or perhaps even an independent ticket. This plan could also eliminate other obstacles."""
7425,Illuminati (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322007,2014-12-06T15:02:00,Elejamie,"As he didn't get a reply, John slowly got his gun out and slowly creeped his way towards the meeting room, making sure his allies were alright and making sure any enemies couldn't hear him; his eyes constantly darting left and right just to show how alert he was. As he got closer and closer, he became more aware that they were merely discussing plans, so he put his gun away. When he got there, he placed his nearly-finished cigarette on the edge of an ashtray, waiting for it to fall in. He then got out a plain white polystyrene cup and started making himself a cup of plain coffee; as that was doing, he briefly looked back at everyone and said ""What's happening?"" in an attempt to catch up with everything."
7426,"Dawn of a War (Char RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322028,2014-11-30T12:56:00,The Intergalactic Russian Empire,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #0000FF"">Dawn of War</span></span></span></span></span></div><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://data2.collectionscanada.gc.ca/ap/a/a000786.jpg""/><br/><div align=""Center"">Maps:<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i.imgur.com/buV7bNX.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Earth</a>, <a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i.imgur.com/ISkK322.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Mars</a></div><br/>OOC:<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321376"" rel=""nofollow"">http://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321376</a><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Setting the stage</span></span></span><br/>The date is December 31, 2089, it has been 4 years since the end of WWIII and Russia is a global superpower, but, on Mars, murmurs of war have already started. The Blue Wolf leader, Adolf Khan, has in unquenchable thirst for land and power and is preparing to invade his neighbors, some fear that another World War may start from his actions. As the new year approaches, nobody knows for sure what lies in store for them.<br/><br/>rules<br/>No godmoding, metagaming, and the rest<br/>as you know, I am god<br/>have fun<br/>people who are active, good players, or friends can play as factions or characters from pre-established fictions"
7427,"Dawn of a War (Char RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322028,2014-11-30T16:38:00,Togeria,"John was ordered to go to his leader, Adolf Kahn, he was being sent on a mission, and he would do his best to fulfill it. As he was about to enter the palace, he took a deep breath, he needed to get his nerves right. He opened the doors, walking to where his ruler sat, he took off his hat, and bowed one one knee,""Yes my ruler. You have requested my presence, is there something that needs to be done?"", he asked."
7428,"Dawn of a War (Char RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322028,2014-11-30T16:56:00,The Intergalactic Russian Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322028&amp;p=22633016#p22633016"">wrote</a>:</cite>John was ordered to go to his leader, Adolf Kahn, he was being sent on a mission, and he would do his best to fulfill it. As he was about to enter the palace, he took a deep breath, he needed to get his nerves right. He opened the doors, walking to where his ruler sat, he took off his hat, and bowed one one knee,""Yes my ruler. You have requested my presence, is there something that needs to be done?"", he asked.</div></blockquote><br/>Khan was an imposing man, brown hair, pale, slightly wrinkly skin from testing experimental weapons in his youth, he had blood red eyes, he wore a dark blue trench coat, black pants, gloves, and boots. He looked at John and said ""Ah yes, I'll have an officer brief you."" he turned over to a nearby officer and yelled ""PERKINS!"" Perkins winced when he heard his name and walked up ""What did I do to disappoint you this time, s-s-sir?"" Khan looked at him and said ""Debrief this man for me about his new assignment."" Perkins slowly nodded and said ""Yes sir."" he walked up to John and said ""Mr. Kroguer, you are being sent to the border between us and the Republic of Panterillia, as you know, the most heavily defended stretch of land in the solar system."""
7429,"Dawn of a War (Char RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322028,2014-11-30T17:19:00,Togeria,"""And what am I suppose to do while I'm there?"" He asked, John wasn't as feeble as Perkins. He was well built, strong, and smart, but alas Perkins was of higher rank, so he took orders from him, at least for now."
7430,"Dawn of a War (Char RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322028,2014-11-30T17:24:00,The Intergalactic Russian Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322028&amp;p=22633470#p22633470"">wrote</a>:</cite>""And what am I suppose to do while I'm there?"" He asked, John wasn't as feeble as Perkins. He was well built, strong, and smart, but alas Perkins was of higher rank, so he took orders from him, at least for now.</div></blockquote><br/>Perkins was about to say something when the second in command walked out and said ""They need a new commander there as the last guy was found dead on the toilet with a butterfly knife in his back."" The second in command wore a deep blue uniform with black gloves, boots, and elbow pads, he had a dark blue hood and gas mask covering his face. Khan yawned and said ""Any further questions?"""
7431,"Dawn of a War (Char RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322028,2014-11-30T17:28:00,Togeria,"""It'll be my pleasure, Dear Ruler."" John said, he looked at Perkins one last time before leaving, he walked out the room, closing the doors behind him. He headed to his room to pack his essentials, he assumed any guns he needed would be given to him at the base, as he walked to the transport docks, he saw one of his fellow soldiers, he waved before finishing his commute. Once at transport, he waited for someone to take near the border."
7432,"Dawn of a War (Char RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322028,2014-11-30T18:04:00,The Intergalactic Russian Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322028&amp;p=22633612#p22633612"">wrote</a>:</cite>""It'll be my pleasure, Dear Ruler."" John said, he looked at Perkins one last time before leaving, he walked out the room, closing the doors behind him. He headed to his room to pack his essentials, he assumed any guns he needed would be given to him at the base, as he walked to the transport docks, he saw one of his fellow soldiers, he waved before finishing his commute. Once at transport, he waited for someone to take near the border.</div></blockquote><br/>Some soldiers came and took him to the border, the trip was about 20 minutes, he was stopped, the border was a large electric fence with guard towers strategically placed at intervals. A dragoon met him and said ""Hello, commander, welcome to the border, we have been waiting for a new commander for quite a while, should I show you around?""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Panterillia</span></span></span><br/>Victor sat in his office on the 198 floor of his corporate HQ, he was talking with a man in a tan suit ""Well, Mr. President, business is good, isn't it?"" Victor sat in his chair, looking out of the window ""Yes Mr. Erickson, business is good, but I feel this peace will not last, that is why people like you you exist, you profit off of war."" Erickson chuckled and said ""Yep, I am and arms dealer after all."""
7433,"Dawn of a War (Char RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322028,2014-11-30T18:08:00,Togeria,"""Please"" John said, taking a moment to look at his surroundings, he would need a detailed walkthrough of the premises."" How are our defenses? How many men do we have? And are they well trained and equipped?"" He asked, he would vigilante in his task to protect and serve the empire, he could tell a invasion was about to happen, and he wanted to make sure at the end of it the empire stood strong."
7434,"Dawn of a War (Char RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322028,2014-11-30T18:55:00,The Intergalactic Russian Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322028&amp;p=22634178#p22634178"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Please"" John said, taking a moment to look at his surroundings, he would need a detailed walkthrough of the premises."" How are our defenses? How many men do we have? And are they well trained and equipped?"" He asked, he would vigilante in his task to protect and serve the empire, he could tell a invasion was about to happen, and he wanted to make sure at the end of it the empire stood strong.</div></blockquote><br/>""Well, the tower have machine guns on them, there is a mine field on the opposite end go he fence, and there is an entire armored battalion on the border incase of an attack. I would say that we should go on the offensive because the Panterillians have no defenses, but we tried that during WWIII but they quickly fought us off."""
7435,"Dawn of a War (Char RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322028,2014-11-30T19:26:00,Togeria,"""Interesting, you mean to tell a whole armored battalion of highly trained men who had the support of our glorious empire could not invade that piece of filth called Panterillia? This is simply unacceptable, take me to my office, and tell the men at first light tomorrow I expect them train, I will be doubling the exercises. When we invade again we will not fail,<span style=""font-weight: bold"">understand</span>?"" He said in a menacing voice, failure was something he would not tolerate, he would study his enemy, learn the way they move and how they talk, he would break them down to the littlest cog, then build them back up again, before finally breaking them down. This was his mission. ""Glory to the emperor."", he said simply."
7436,"Dawn of a War (Char RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322028,2014-11-30T19:33:00,The Intergalactic Russian Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322028&amp;p=22635249#p22635249"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Interesting, you mean to tell a whole armored battalion of highly trained men who had the support of our glorious empire could not invade that piece of filth called Panterillia? This is simply unacceptable, take me to my office, and tell the men at first light tomorrow I expect them train, I will be doubling the exercises. When we invade again we will not fail, <span style=""font-weight: bold"">understand</span>?"" He said in a menacing voice, failure was something he would not tolerate, he would study his enemy, learn the way they move and how they talk, he would break them down to the littlest cog, then build them back up again, before finally breaking them down. This was his mission. ""Glory to the emperor."", he said simply.</div></blockquote><br/>""Panterillia was being armed by the US, they not only had repelled our invasion 5 years ago, but they wiped out hundreds of our troop, look outside the fence, there is a mile of desert between us and them littered with destroyed tanks and rotting corpses, most of which are our men. First rule of war,<span style=""font-style: italic"">never</span>underestimate your enemies."" He then nodded his head to John's order and went off to the barracks."
7437,"Dawn of a War (Char RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322028,2014-11-30T20:20:00,Togeria,"John went inside his office, it looked very good, that he would have to admit. He sat in his chair, and went through some files, he saw proffecienty was good, and morale was pretty high, the former captain did a good job. In order for him to truly rid the empire of their enemy, he would need to cut them off from the U.S and Russia, that in its self would no be a easy task, he sat there pondering strategies, first he would get his men in top condition, then we would egg the enemy on until they slipped up, only the. Would they be able to catch them. For now however he sat in his office , reading through the files of his soldiers,""I want everything we know about U.S involment in Panterillia."" He called for, he need to be smart if he wanted to bring glory to the empire."
7438,"Dawn of a War (Char RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322028,2014-12-01T13:46:00,The Intergalactic Russian Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322028&amp;p=22635828#p22635828"">wrote</a>:</cite>John went inside his office, it looked very good, that he would have to admit. He sat in his chair, and went through some files, he saw proffecienty was good, and morale was pretty high, the former captain did a good job. In order for him to truly rid the empire of their enemy, he would need to cut them off from the U.S and Russia, that in its self would no be a easy task, he sat there pondering strategies, first he would get his men in top condition, then we would egg the enemy on until they slipped up, only the. Would they be able to catch them. For now however he sat in his office , reading through the files of his soldiers,""I want everything we know about U.S involment in Panterillia."" He called for, he need to be smart if he wanted to bring glory to the empire.</div></blockquote><br/>""Well sir, they used to be part of the US, but shortly before WWIII they peacefully seceded in order to make a name for themselves, they rely on the US and Russia for most of their food because Panteillia is largely desert, they also get oil from the Aterian Republic via ports. I would recommend a blockade, but the US could easily smash anything we use to blockade."" one of the soldiers said."
7439,"Dawn of a War (Char RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322028,2014-12-01T16:11:00,Togeria,"""Interesting, just how much of a foothold does the good ol USA have?"" He asked, he would report all information to help their cause back to his emperor. He didn't like the man, didn't even respect him, but he loved his home and empire, and would do anything to protect it. ""I want a full list of all the weaponry we have."" He commanded."
7440,"Dawn of a War (Char RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322028,2014-12-01T16:20:00,The Intergalactic Russian Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322028&amp;p=22643504#p22643504"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Interesting, just how much of a foothold does the good ol USA have?"" He asked, he would report all information to help their cause back to his emperor. He didn't like the man, didn't even respect him, but he loved his home and empire, and would do anything to protect it. ""I want a full list of all the weaponry we have."" He commanded.</div></blockquote><br/>Another soldier said ""There is a small squad of US soldiers in the capital of Panterillia, and the US has land in the continent of Arcadia, directly west of Panterillia."" the third soldier said ""We have 1,000 troops guarding the border, 1 armored division, and about 10 artillery pieces spread out."""
7441,"Dawn of a War (Char RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322028,2014-12-01T16:27:00,Togeria,"""How long would it take the USA to reach us, if say we succeeded in a full invasion?"" Every detail mattered to John, he needed to rough approximation, only then could he plan out his attack."
7442,"Dawn of a War (Char RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322028,2014-12-01T16:46:00,The Intergalactic Russian Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322028&amp;p=22643678#p22643678"">wrote</a>:</cite>""How long would it take the USA to reach us, if say we succeeded in a full invasion?"" Every detail mattered to John, he needed to rough approximation, only then could he plan out his attack.</div></blockquote><br/>""Well, the soldiers on Mars can get their in about..... 3-5 hours while the main forces on Earth would take about a day. The US has perfected the art of blitzkrieg and has fast transport vehicles."" The soldier started handing John files, ""Still on paper, surprising. Here are the rest of the files."""
7443,"Dawn of a War (Char RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322028,2014-12-01T17:16:00,Togeria,"""I have such tactics to counter their blitzkrieg, I want all men to be trained in faster attacks, utilizing the terrain, and uniformity. If are to beat such fast warfare, we need to be smart and on our game, I want units to always be in the back, if they're using this kind of warfare they'll try to push through our center. Now take a day of rest, maintain the border, and prepare your selfs for tomorrow."" He finally said, looking through the files, where other commanders failed he would succeed, he owed that much to the empire."
7444,"Dawn of a War (Char RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322028,2014-12-01T17:26:00,The Intergalactic Russian Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322028&amp;p=22644221#p22644221"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I have such tactics to counter their blitzkrieg, I want all men to be trained in faster attacks, utilizing the terrain, and uniformity. If are to beat such fast warfare, we need to be smart and on our game, I want units to always be in the back, if they're using this kind of warfare they'll try to push through our center. Now take a day of rest, maintain the border, and prepare your selfs for tomorrow."" He finally said, looking through the files, where other commanders failed he would succeed, he owed that much to the empire.</div></blockquote><br/>""That still leaves the Russians, they follow a simple doctrine. How do you eliminate an enemy? The answer, use a gun, and if that don't work, use more gun. They will just shoot at us until we die. There is also the Republic of Southern Arcadia, and the Aterian Republic. The only nations that are still not taking sides are the Northern Arcadian Empire and the Imperial States of Mars, they are wildcards and may side with either."" the soldiers left."
7445,"Dawn of a War (Char RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322028,2014-12-01T17:30:00,Togeria,"This was a predicament, he couldn't damn near attack Panterilla, and they knew it. He would have to be smart. For now he would wait at sidelines, and when the opportunity presented itself, he would leap on it like a tiger. For now he would train his men, and protect the border."
7446,"Dawn of a War (Char RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322028,2014-12-02T14:24:00,Northern Arcadian Empire,"Chris looked out upon the Martian landscape form the Northern Arcadian Borderpost, the erie sand flew across the desert. It was normally like this about half of the day, he could hear Troopers up stairs talking and walking. But something felt off, like the calm before a storm. He got up and walked to his locked and pulled out his sidearm, a M901 SPDW. It was a little thing but its was powerful, he quickly holstered it and walked back to the window."
7447,"Dawn of a War (Char RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322028,2014-12-02T16:48:00,The GAmeTopians,"<blockquote><div><cite>Northern Arcadian Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322028&amp;p=22653387#p22653387"">wrote</a>:</cite>Chris looked out upon the Martian landscape form the Northern Arcadian Borderpost, the erie sand flew across the desert. It was normally like this about half of the day, he could hear Troopers up stairs talking and walking. But something felt off, like the calm before a storm. He got up and walked to his locked and pulled out his sidearm, a M901 SPDW. It was a little thing but its was powerful, he quickly holstered it and walked back to the window.</div></blockquote><br/>""Chris, anything wrong?"" 'Max' walked up next to him, holding his rifle. It had quite a long range, a modern sniper rifle. He looked out over the landscape. Nothing."
7448,"Dawn of a War (Char RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322028,2014-12-02T16:54:00,Northern Arcadian Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>The GAmeTopians <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322028&amp;p=22655119#p22655119"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Northern Arcadian Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322028&amp;p=22653387#p22653387"">wrote</a>:</cite>Chris looked out upon the Martian landscape form the Northern Arcadian Borderpost, the erie sand flew across the desert. It was normally like this about half of the day, he could hear Troopers up stairs talking and walking. But something felt off, like the calm before a storm. He got up and walked to his locked and pulled out his sidearm, a M901 SPDW. It was a little thing but its was powerful, he quickly holstered it and walked back to the window.</div></blockquote><br/>""Chris, anything wrong?"" 'Max' walked up next to him, holding his rifle. It had quite a long range, a modern sniper rifle. He looked out over the landscape. Nothing.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Chris turned toward Max ""You know that feeling of calmness before a strom? Well I have that feeling....was there anything popping up on the radar, sonar, and thermal imaging?"" He said"
7449,"Dawn of a War (Char RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322028,2014-12-02T17:55:00,Togeria,"It had been weeks since John was first assigned here, he had pushed the men hard, but taught them to be prideful in their work. They were fine soldiers, most the time he asked a soldier to do something and they would do it, he told them to do something and they would question him, they would ask why they should do it, and he would give them a answer. They still had more to do, but they were learning very quickly, he often bragged in his letters to other ranking officers back I'm the capital, they had grown into one unit, together they would bring glory to the empire.<br/><br/><br/>He walked back out onto the field to see his men doing their daily drills, they must have been up awhile, because he saw fatigue on them, he pushed his men hard and it showed, he would push them to their limits, but he wouldn't break them. ""You may have one hours rest!"" He yelled into the field."
7450,"Dawn of a War (Char RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322028,2014-12-02T18:26:00,The Intergalactic Russian Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322028&amp;p=22656178#p22656178"">wrote</a>:</cite>It had been weeks since John was first assigned here, he had pushed the men hard, but taught them to be prideful in their work. They were fine soldiers, most the time he asked a soldier to do something and they would do it, he told them to do something and they would question him, they would ask why they should do it, and he would give them a answer. They still had more to do, but they were learning very quickly, he often bragged in his letters to other ranking officers back I'm the capital, they had grown into one unit, together they would bring glory to the empire. <br/><br/><br/>He walked back out onto the field to see his men doing their daily drills, they must have been up awhile, because he saw fatigue on them, he pushed his men hard and it showed, he would push them to their limits, but he wouldn't break them. ""You may have one hours rest!"" He yelled into the field.</div></blockquote><br/>The dragoon came running up to John with a piece of paper ""Sir, big news, the border guards caught some people who were wandering suspiciously close to the wall, a few miles north, also, Emperor Khan and his top generals are taking a trip across the wall to see how well the troops are, they will be stopping here tonight."""
7451,"Dawn of a War (Char RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322028&start=25,2014-12-02T19:27:00,Togeria,"""Send a scouting group to check it out, report back to me if hostile. Men prepare yourselves the emperor and his generals will be coming tonight, do not disappoint him or me, my honor depends on it, and so does yours."" He said, he had no doubt that his men would do a excellent job, he had no doubt about it. He went to his office to get a map of the area, he would have soldiers posted north to fortify the area. ""I want all soldiers in that area on high alert, no one gets past until it is deemed safe."" He said to a soldier, having the men send word to the troops up north."
7452,"Dawn of a War (Char RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322028&start=25,2014-12-02T19:38:00,The Intergalactic Russian Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322028&amp;p=22657441#p22657441"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Send a scouting group to check it out, report back to me if hostile. Men prepare yourselves the emperor and his generals will be coming tonight, do not disappoint him or me, my honor depends on it, and so does yours."" He said, he had no doubt that his men would do a excellent job, he had no doubt about it. He went to his office to get a map of the area, he would have soldiers posted north to fortify the area. ""I want all soldiers in that area on high alert, no one gets past until it is deemed safe."" He said to a soldier, having the men send word to the troops up north.</div></blockquote><br/>The dragoon followed and said ""No, sir, you don't understand, we already<span style=""font-style: italic"">captured</span>them, they're in our custody, this could be our chance to get vital information from them. It is practice for the commander of the region to personally interrogate trespassers."""
7453,"Dawn of a War (Char RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322028&start=25,2014-12-02T19:48:00,Togeria,"""Oh, my mistake I must have heard you wrong, but I still want the men to keep watch if the border."" He said, walking off to the interrogation rooms,""Also before I forget, tell all the men who assisted in the capture, that I said good job."" With that he was off to the interrogation room."
7454,"Dawn of a War (Char RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322028&start=25,2014-12-03T06:42:00,The Intergalactic Russian Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322028&amp;p=22657666#p22657666"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Oh, my mistake I must have heard you wrong, but I still want the men to keep watch if the border."" He said, walking off to the interrogation rooms,""Also before I forget, tell all the men who assisted in the capture, that I said good job."" With that he was off to the interrogation room.</div></blockquote><br/>""Yes sir, the prisoners are being held a few miles north of here near where most of them were captured."" the dragoon went off to congratulate the people, a car drove up to John, the soldier driving said ""Need a lift?"""
7455,"Dawn of a War (Char RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322028&start=25,2014-12-03T07:28:00,Togeria,"""Yes please"" he said, getting into the car. It was a smooth drive, he made observations of the men, they were indeed improving, but still needed to be trained."
7456,"Dawn of a War (Char RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322028&start=25,2014-12-03T16:48:00,The Intergalactic Russian Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322028&amp;p=22661176#p22661176"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Yes please"" he said, getting into the car. It was a smooth drive, he made observations of the men, they were indeed improving, but still needed to be trained.</div></blockquote><br/>John was taken to the prison and walked to the interrogation room ""Sir, there are 9 people who we captured, 6 were digging up landlines overnight, 2 were just walking aimlessly when they were captured, and the final one was found trying to blow up a guard tower with makeshift explosives, which ones do you want to interrogate first?"""
7457,"Dawn of a War (Char RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322028&start=25,2014-12-03T17:17:00,Togeria,"""I'll be interrogating the one who tried to blow up our tower first. What explosives did he have? How lethal would they have been? I want you to bring him to the interrogation office, I'll be waiting, also prepare the 6 who tried digging up the landlines they're next."""
7458,"Dawn of a War (Char RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322028&start=25,2014-12-03T18:35:00,The Intergalactic Russian Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322028&amp;p=22666177#p22666177"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I'll be interrogating the one who tried to blow up our tower first. What explosives did he have? How lethal would they have been? I want you to bring him to the interrogation office, I'll be waiting, also prepare the 6 who tried digging up the landlines they're next.""</div></blockquote><br/>""He had 1 pound of C4 and a makeshift detonator."" two guards came in with a man, he wore a black tuxedo with a bulletproof vest, he had black hair with stubble, ""Sir, he refuses to tell his name, but he looks similar to the infamous terrorist Rostislav Ivanov, who was rumored dead."""
7459,"Dawn of a War (Char RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322028&start=25,2014-12-03T20:42:00,Togeria,"""First, we will try nice government, if that doesn't work he gets mean government. Now you give us your name."" He commanded of the prisoner, he really did not want to deal with this, but he wasn't going to just continually try to be nice if it didn't give results."
7460,"Dawn of a War (Char RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322028&start=25,2014-12-03T20:52:00,The Intergalactic Russian Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322028&amp;p=22669315#p22669315"">wrote</a>:</cite>""First, we will try nice government, if that doesn't work he gets mean government. Now you give us your name."" He commanded of the prisoner, he really did not want to deal with this, but he wasn't going to just continually try to be nice if it didn't give results.</div></blockquote><br/>""You already know my name, he said it himself."" he motioned to the guard ""Yes, I am Rostislav Ivanov, I didn't say my name because I thought the guards would be smart enough to put 2 and 2 together, but they seem to be dumber than I expected."""
7461,"Dawn of a War (Char RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322028&start=25,2014-12-03T21:08:00,Togeria,"""Good, now your gonna tell why you attacked my base, and nearly destroyed my guard tower am it's as simple as that."" He said, this man was already in his nerves, he wasn't going to pretend to be his friend, this man would spend months in their cells, and John would make sure to only feed him the bare minimum."
7462,"Dawn of a War (Char RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322028&start=25,2014-12-03T21:16:00,The Intergalactic Russian Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322028&amp;p=22669557#p22669557"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Good, now your gonna tell why you attacked my base, and nearly destroyed my guard tower am it's as simple as that."" He said, this man was already in his nerves, he wasn't going to pretend to be his friend, this man would spend months in their cells, and John would make sure to only feed him the bare minimum.</div></blockquote><br/>""If you know what I do you would know, I was going to do strategic strikes against your border in order for you to blame Panterillia for the attacks and you start a war that would escalate exponentially, like I did with North Korea and Russia."" He sat back in his chair."
7463,"Dawn of a War (Char RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322028&start=25,2014-12-03T21:31:00,Togeria,"The commander sat down in te chair, and looked at the man, how dare he, they were not willing to fight Panterilla at this time, at least not yet. ""You can be killed, and no one the wiser."" He looked at one of his guards, this time he would listen to his men before making his final descision,""What do you believe we should do?"" He asked."
7464,"Dawn of a War (Char RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322028&start=25,2014-12-04T07:16:00,The Intergalactic Russian Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322028&amp;p=22669752#p22669752"">wrote</a>:</cite>The commander sat down in te chair, and looked at the man, how dare he, they were not willing to fight Panterilla at this time, at least not yet. ""You can be killed, and no one the wiser."" He looked at one of his guards, this time he would listen to his men before making his final descision,""What do you believe we should do?"" He asked.</div></blockquote><br/>""Put him on death row with the other criminal scum, though death row is pretty full so his execution will be in about a month."" the guard chimed as Rostislav looked at John intently and said ""Is there anybody you love in life, or are you just a mindless drone, a slave to your leader?"""
7465,"Dawn of a War (Char RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322028&start=25,2014-12-04T11:35:00,The GAmeTopians,"<blockquote><div><cite>Northern Arcadian Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322028&amp;p=22655210#p22655210"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The GAmeTopians <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322028&amp;p=22655119#p22655119"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Chris, anything wrong?"" 'Max' walked up next to him, holding his rifle. It had quite a long range, a modern sniper rifle. He looked out over the landscape. Nothing.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Chris turned toward Max ""You know that feeling of calmness before a strom? Well I have that feeling....was there anything popping up on the radar, sonar, and thermal imaging?"" He said</div></blockquote><br/>""I didn't see anything... I'll check again though."" Max made his way through the halls of the outpost, past the guards, and into the tech room.<br/>OOC: Tell me what I see, IRE."
7466,"Dawn of a War (Char RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322028&start=25,2014-12-04T14:48:00,Northern Arcadian Empire,"""Look for IRE, USA, or Silver wolf contacts; i feel something is about to come for us..."" said Chris"
7467,"Dawn of a War (Char RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322028&start=25,2014-12-04T17:23:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Intergalactic Russian Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322028&amp;p=22672859#p22672859"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322028&amp;p=22669752#p22669752"">wrote</a>:</cite>The commander sat down in te chair, and looked at the man, how dare he, they were not willing to fight Panterilla at this time, at least not yet. ""You can be killed, and no one the wiser."" He looked at one of his guards, this time he would listen to his men before making his final descision,""What do you believe we should do?"" He asked.</div></blockquote><br/>""Put him on death row with the other criminal scum, though death row is pretty full so his execution will be in about a month."" the guard chimed as Rostislav looked at John intently and said ""Is there anybody you love in life, or are you just a mindless drone, a slave to your leader?""</div></blockquote><br/>""No, but I am loyal to the empire. Now I don't want you to be put on death row, not because I like you, I just don't want you to escape. If it was up to me I'd shoot you just outside."" He said, thinking for a moment,""Can we do that?"" He asked the guards."
7468,"Dawn of a War (Char RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322028&start=25,2014-12-04T17:50:00,The Intergalactic Russian Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322028&amp;p=22679102#p22679102"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Intergalactic Russian Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322028&amp;p=22672859#p22672859"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Put him on death row with the other criminal scum, though death row is pretty full so his execution will be in about a month."" the guard chimed as Rostislav looked at John intently and said ""Is there anybody you love in life, or are you just a mindless drone, a slave to your leader?""</div></blockquote><br/>""No, but I am loyal to the empire. Now I don't want you to be put on death row, not because I like you, I just don't want you to escape. If it was up to me I'd shoot you just outside."" He said, thinking for a moment,""Can we do that?"" He asked the guards.</div></blockquote><br/>""Listen, I just work here, I don't know if it's against the rules or not. Let me check."" he pulled out a book and flipped through it a bit before saying ""No, the only two means that we can use to execute him are a firing squad, which requires him to be on death row, and if the crime is high enough, the emperor personally beheads the person in question."""
7469,"Dawn of a War (Char RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322028&start=25,2014-12-04T18:13:00,Togeria,"""Well, you did try to take down a guard station and start a war, but personally it would be to much trouble and not enough worth."" He looked at the guards,""how many are being executed tonight?"""
7470,"Dawn of a War (Char RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322028&start=25,2014-12-04T18:21:00,The Intergalactic Russian Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322028&amp;p=22679744#p22679744"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Well, you did try to take down a guard station and start a war, but personally it would be to much trouble and not enough worth."" He looked at the guards,""how many are being executed tonight?""</div></blockquote><br/>""A lot, there are crooks, murderers, rapists, communists, arsonists, jaywalkers, scumbags, and anybody the emperor tells us to execute, which is a lot of people."""
7471,"Dawn of a War (Char RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322028&start=25,2014-12-04T23:50:00,Togeria,"""Save one of the jaywalkers for tomorrow, I want him executed tonight, and as soon as possible."" He said, looking at his guard,""Bring in the 6, but one at a time."""
7472,"Dawn of a War (Char RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322028&start=25,2014-12-05T15:35:00,The Intergalactic Russian Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322028&amp;p=22682898#p22682898"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Save one of the jaywalkers for tomorrow, I want him executed tonight, and as soon as possible."" He said, looking at his guard,""Bring in the 6, but one at a time.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Yes sir."" as they pulled Ivanov out he said ""I will kill your family."" the guard said ""Ha, they're already dead."" and Ivanov then said ""I was talking to your commander."" the guard then closed the door, he came back in shortly after with a man in a black coat with two empty bandoliers came in, he was wearing an old<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://www.galls.com/photos/styles/TE256_500_2.JPG"" rel=""nofollow"">helmat</a>and sunglasses. He was sat down and the guard said ""This guy claims to be leader of the group."""
7473,"Dawn of a War (Char RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322028&start=25,2014-12-05T17:36:00,Togeria,"""Set him down."" He said to his guards. ""What were you planning?"" He asked, he shrugged off the comment the man said to him, most of his family died or called him a traitor, he was once loyal to Nazi cause, but now his loyalty was only to the empire. He didn't care if they died."
7474,"Dawn of a War (Char RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322028&start=25,2014-12-05T17:44:00,The Intergalactic Russian Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322028&amp;p=22689589#p22689589"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Set him down."" He said to his guards. ""What were you planning?"" He asked, he shrugged off the comment the man said to him, most of his family died or called him a traitor, he was once loyal to Nazi cause, but now his loyalty was only to the empire. He didn't care if they died.</div></blockquote><br/>The guard sat him down and he said ""Well, ya see, we had tons of guns and explosives after we were driven from the safety of a city, because ya see, in Panterillia the government only cares about cities and roads, the rest of the nation is just desert. Anyway, we were walkin along one day, ya know, just mindin our own business, when suddenly a guy with a bazooka came and forced us to give him all of our weapons. So, we found some shovels and came to the border in order to take some land mines which we would later use to make grenades."""
7475,"Dawn of a War (Char RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322028&start=25,2014-12-05T17:47:00,Togeria,"""And why would you need these materials?"" He asked, this man had peaked his curiosity. ""Surly i you had all those weapons, you were planning to do something."""
7476,"Dawn of a War (Char RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322028&start=50,2014-12-05T17:54:00,The Intergalactic Russian Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322028&amp;p=22689715#p22689715"">wrote</a>:</cite>""And why would you need these materials?"" He asked, this man had peaked his curiosity. ""Surly i you had all those weapons, you were planning to do something.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Yeah, survive, livin outside the cities is bad, it's just sand, sand, and the occasion'l rouge drunk Soviet who says he fought in WWI and WWII. In the cities, though, ya'll see some weird people, but they are the safest places on this planet, what with the robot police officers and the fact that everyone has a gun."""
7477,"Dawn of a War (Char RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322028&start=50,2014-12-05T18:00:00,Togeria,"""I can't well let you off, you seem non dangerous, but you did endanger ours this base by trying to dig up those mines. Guards, put him back in his cell while I think about this, he could be of use to our cause, but I need to make sure. Send in the two people now."""
7478,"Dawn of a War (Char RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322028&start=50,2014-12-05T18:06:00,The Intergalactic Russian Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322028&amp;p=22689851#p22689851"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I can't well let you off, you seem non dangerous, but you did endanger ours this base by trying to dig up those mines. Guards, put him back in his cell while I think about this, he could be of use to our cause, but I need to make sure. Send in the two people now.""</div></blockquote><br/>The guard walked out with the man, he was gone for a few minutes and while he was gone there were sounds of struggle, he came back in with a man and a young woman, the man was wearing suit and a badge while the woman wore a dirty white shirt and blue pants. The guard was breathing heavily and said ""One of the six people was in a fight with this man."" he sat them down and left for some water."
7479,"Dawn of a War (Char RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322028&start=50,2014-12-05T18:11:00,Togeria,"""What was the fight about?"" He asked the two people. ""Your already in trouble as it is, now tell me."" He commanded."
7480,"Dawn of a War (Char RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322028&start=50,2014-12-05T18:16:00,The Intergalactic Russian Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322028&amp;p=22689963#p22689963"">wrote</a>:</cite>""What was the fight about?"" He asked the two people. ""Your already in trouble as it is, now tell me."" He commanded.</div></blockquote><br/>The man looked up and angrily said ""Those assholes in there mugged us last week and took the only things we had except the clothes on our back."""
7481,"Dawn of a War (Char RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322028&start=50,2014-12-05T18:25:00,Togeria,"""Interesting, I would like to know everything on them, but first I would like to know everything about you two, please take a seat."""
7482,"Dawn of a War (Char RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322028&start=50,2014-12-05T18:38:00,The Intergalactic Russian Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322028&amp;p=22690096#p22690096"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Interesting, I would like to know everything on them, but first I would like to know everything about you two, please take a seat.""</div></blockquote><br/>The man bluntly said ""We're already sitting. Anyway, we were living in the Panterillian capital, we were happy there, until 2 years ago when a man who was in a Blue Wolf military uniform tried to rape my daughter. I killed the man but the law still punished me for murder, I owed them money, but I didn't have enough, and each month that went by without the debt being payed, more was added to what I owed, until after a year we were evicted from our home. We left the city then with nothing but two guns, some food to last us a year, and a book about everything. Then last week those people took our guns, ate our food, and burnt the book."""
7483,"Dawn of a War (Char RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322028&start=50,2014-12-05T19:14:00,Togeria,"Interesting, and you were walking by our base why? Guards I want you to check for any information on these two."""
7484,"Dawn of a War (Char RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322028&start=50,2014-12-05T19:18:00,The Intergalactic Russian Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322028&amp;p=22690627#p22690627"">wrote</a>:</cite>Interesting, and you were walking by our base why? Guards I want you to check for any information on these two.""</div></blockquote><br/>The young woman said ""Well, It was late at night, and we didn't realize where we were until a flood light was pointed at us and soldiers told us to put our hands where they could see them. We have nothing, why would we try to do anything against you guys?"""
7485,"Dawn of a War (Char RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322028&start=50,2014-12-05T19:23:00,Togeria,"""You were walking into a protected area ma'am, I'm sorry but it could be easy to confuse you for the enemy. Where exactly were you headed? Or do you even have a place to head?"""
7486,"Dawn of a War (Char RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322028&start=50,2014-12-05T19:24:00,The GAmeTopians,"Max looked over the scanners.<br/>""Hmm... Nothing, other than the normal SAE movements.""<br/>He retrieved his gun and went back to walking the corridors."
7487,"Dawn of a War (Char RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322028&start=50,2014-12-05T19:27:00,The Intergalactic Russian Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322028&amp;p=22690748#p22690748"">wrote</a>:</cite>""You were walking into a protected area ma'am, I'm sorry but it could be easy to confuse you for the enemy. Where exactly were you headed? Or do you even have a place to head?""</div></blockquote><br/>""No, we don't have anywhere to go, we just walk aimlessly, it's hard to tell where you're going when everywhere you look it's just desert for miles."""
7488,"Dawn of a War (Char RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322028&start=50,2014-12-05T19:34:00,Togeria,"""Guards put them in a cell desperate from the six, after two days give them only enough supplies to last a trip to neutral territory such as Mars, and hand them a map. They have not attacked us, and only seek shelter, I can not provide it, but I can lead them to where they can get help. I will not insult the name of the empire by denying them basic needs."""
7489,"Dawn of a War (Char RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322028&start=50,2014-12-05T19:38:00,The Intergalactic Russian Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322028&amp;p=22690873#p22690873"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Guards put them in a cell desperate from the six, after two days give them only enough supplies to last a trip to neutral territory such as Mars, and hand them a map. They have not attacked us, and only seek shelter, I can not provide it, but I can lead them to where they can get help. I will not insult the name of the empire by denying them basic needs.""</div></blockquote><br/>The Second guard looked around ""Where's the other guy? He went to go get water and then-"" there was a scream ""Sir, that scream came from the bathroom, you go check while I fulfill your orders, others will be there too."" he took the two prisoners and left."
7490,"Dawn of a War (Char RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322028&start=50,2014-12-05T19:45:00,Togeria,"""Hurry!"" He said, as he grabbed his pistol and went to the bathroom, he saw several men there he put his back against the wall near the door, he was going to kick the door open."" You wait for my order, when I kick this door open and you rush in, understood?"""
7491,"Dawn of a War (Char RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322028&start=50,2014-12-05T19:47:00,The Intergalactic Russian Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322028&amp;p=22690995#p22690995"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Hurry!"" He said, as he grabbed his pistol and went to the bathroom, he saw several men there he put his back against the wall near the door, he was going to kick the door open."" You wait for my order, when I kick this door open and you rush in, understood?""</div></blockquote><br/>The soldiers were standing there ""We have the guy trapped in there, there was no gunshot, why are we waiting?"""
7492,"Dawn of a War (Char RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322028&start=50,2014-12-05T19:49:00,Togeria,"""Because don't know if he has a bomb or anything if the sort. NOW!!!"" He said, as he donkey kicked the door open, he saw the man holding his guard, he had some sort of weapon, he took aim and fired at the mans shoulder as his men rushed him."
7493,"Dawn of a War (Char RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322028&start=50,2014-12-05T19:51:00,The Intergalactic Russian Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322028&amp;p=22691040#p22691040"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Because don't know if he has a bomb or anything if the sort. NOW!!!"" He said, as he donkey kicked the door open, he saw the man holding his guard, he had some sort of weapon, he took aim and fired at the mans shoulder as his men rushed him.</div></blockquote><br/>But there was nobody, or atlas, nobody you could see, the soldiers opened a stall door to find the other guard dead on the toilet with a butterfly knife in his back ""Sir, this is the second time this has happened, I am afraid we have a Spy creeping around here."""
7494,"Dawn of a War (Char RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322028&start=50,2014-12-05T19:56:00,Togeria,"""Damnit, close every exit here. Immediate lockdown, I don't want anyone entering or leaving until commence a full search. Effective immediately."""
7495,"Dawn of a War (Char RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322028&start=50,2014-12-05T19:59:00,The Intergalactic Russian Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322028&amp;p=22691093#p22691093"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Damnit, close every exit here. Immediate lockdown, I don't want anyone entering or leaving until commence a full search. Effective immediately.""</div></blockquote><br/>""He could be anyone, anything, anywhere, he could be you, he could be me, he could even be-"" alarms started screeching ""releasing all of the prisoners, dammit, he's in the control room. This was just a distraction. There must be two of them, one here, the other in the control room."""
7496,"Dawn of a War (Char RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322028&start=50,2014-12-05T20:07:00,Togeria,"""You wait here, with the men assemble a force, I'm heading to the control room."" He sad, as he cocked his gun and ran towards it, he entered a corridor where he saw two prisoners, he shot one dead, as the other one ran outside,""Condition on the outside!?"" He asked."
7497,"Dawn of a War (Char RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322028&start=50,2014-12-05T20:11:00,The Intergalactic Russian Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322028&amp;p=22691209#p22691209"">wrote</a>:</cite>""You wait here, with the men assemble a force, I'm heading to the control room."" He sad, as he cocked his gun and ran towards it, he entered a corridor where he saw two prisoners, he shot one dead, as the other one ran outside,""Condition on the outside!?"" He asked.</div></blockquote><br/>""The Peacekeepers are on their way, sir, but they are ordered to kill as few as possible, but there are a lot of prisoners, about 500 against only 50 guards."""
7498,"Dawn of a War (Char RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322028&start=50,2014-12-05T20:17:00,Togeria,"""Orders are to equip heavy armor and weaponry, do not fire unless attacked, Fire tear gas and other non-lethal weaponry at the prisoners, fortify this area, any prisoner caught trying to escape is ordered to be shot on sight. I'm headed to the Control Room now."" He said, as he entered the hallway leading to the control door."
7499,"Dawn of a War (Char RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322028&start=50,2014-12-05T20:21:00,The Intergalactic Russian Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322028&amp;p=22691289#p22691289"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Orders are to equip heavy armor and weaponry, do not fire unless attacked, Fire tear gas and other non-lethal weaponry at the prisoners, fortify this area, any prisoner caught trying to escape is ordered to be shot on sight. I'm headed to the Control Room now."" He said, as he entered the hallway leading to the control door.</div></blockquote><br/>At the end of the hallway there was a man in an all blue suit with matching balaclava, he also wore a ratty top hat, he was pointing a large caliber revolver at John while giving a shit-eating grin, he fired a shot at John."
7500,"Dawn of a War (Char RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322028&start=50,2014-12-05T20:27:00,Togeria,"John moved, but barely as the bullet hit him head on in the shoulder, centimeter away from his chest. It stung like hail, but before he fell he fired a shot at the mans leg. ""Request backup, I've been hit."" He radioed in,""I'm near the control room."""
7501,"Dawn of a War (Char RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322028&start=75,2014-12-05T20:31:00,The Intergalactic Russian Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322028&amp;p=22691379#p22691379"">wrote</a>:</cite>John moved, but barely as the bullet hit him head on in the shoulder, centimeter away from his chest. It stung like hail, but before he fell he fired a shot at the mans leg. ""Request backup, I've been hit."" He radioed in,""I'm near the control room.""</div></blockquote><br/>The man looked at John on the floor and said in a French accent ""Oh dear, I've made quite a mess."" he got hit in the leg with the bullet and said ""You've got blood on my suit."" he then looks at his watch, goes invisible, and limps away. The soldiers then run in ""Are you alright?"""
7502,"Dawn of a War (Char RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322028&start=75,2014-12-05T20:35:00,Togeria,""" I'm fine, I'll live. The man is invisible, commence a sweep, and shoot a EMP blast around this are-Ah."" He yelled, the pain shooting through his wound, he got back up to his feet, ""What's the status outside?"" He said in deep pants, holding his shoulder."
7503,"Dawn of a War (Char RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322028&start=75,2014-12-05T20:38:00,The Intergalactic Russian Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322028&amp;p=22691459#p22691459"">wrote</a>:</cite>"" I'm fine, I'll live. The man is invisible, commence a sweep, and shoot a EMP blast around this are-Ah."" He yelled, the pain shooting through his wound, he got back up to his feet, ""What's the status outside?"" He said in deep pants, holding his shoulder.</div></blockquote><br/>""The prisoners reached the weapons storage, they are trying to get to the border less than a mile away, they'll be easy to find as they are lead by a Scotsman with a sword who is screaming ""freedom"" at the top of his lungs."""
7504,"Dawn of a War (Char RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322028&start=75,2014-12-05T20:40:00,Togeria,"""Send a three groups of men to engage them....ah....and have a snipers nest ready by the time they get there, shoot the leader, alive if possible, dead if necessary."""
7505,"Dawn of a War (Char RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322028&start=75,2014-12-05T20:44:00,The Intergalactic Russian Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322028&amp;p=22691507#p22691507"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Send a three groups of men to engage them....ah....and have a snipers nest ready by the time they get there, shoot the leader, alive if possible, dead if necessary.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Well, he is more of a literal leader as in he is the guy running ahead of them all, but his shouts of freedom are sort of a rallying cry for the others."" The troops were ready at the fence, machine guns and snipers waiting, they saw the prisoners ""Sir, orders?"""
7506,"Dawn of a War (Char RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322028&start=75,2014-12-05T20:46:00,Togeria,"""Fire"" he said, as he and his men went into the control center to asses any damages done to base. ""When will that EMP be ready?"""
7507,"Dawn of a War (Char RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322028&start=75,2014-12-05T20:55:00,The Intergalactic Russian Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322028&amp;p=22691573#p22691573"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Fire"" he said, as he and his men went into the control center to asses any damages done to base. ""When will that EMP be ready?""</div></blockquote><br/>The soldiers opened fire on the people ""We're trying, but EMP's are very complicated."" the people were getting closer to the defense, but they were dropping like flies, the prisoners started to fire their own guns at the emplacements, killing a few. ""The EMP is done!"" they detonated it, luckily the electronics in the building were EMP proof, the guard looked at the screens and said ""There, he is getting in a tank, he's driving away! He stole a tank and is driving it after the Prisoners."""
7508,"Dawn of a War (Char RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322028&start=75,2014-12-05T20:57:00,Togeria,"""Send artillery, and equip one of our snipers with a anti-tank rifle, this fucker is going down. Tell the men they have my order to kill on sight, any captured prisoners caught trying o escape are to executed on sight."""
7509,"Dawn of a War (Char RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322028&start=75,2014-12-05T21:05:00,The Intergalactic Russian Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322028&amp;p=22691718#p22691718"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Send artillery, and equip one of our snipers with a anti-tank rifle, this fucker is going down. Tell the men they have my order to kill on sight, any captured prisoners caught trying o escape are to executed on sight.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Yes sir, kill on sight."" he ran off to inform the people at the defenses. The spy drove the tank to the prisoners, some of them got in and pummeled the defenses, blowing a hole in the fence, they then drove the tank over the sandbags and machine gunners and out the hole in the fence, making it larger in the process. The surviving 105 prisoners started running out of the hole, two of which were trailing behind, a sniper lined up a shot and fired at one of them, they collapsed and the other one picked the first person up and started to carry them away. ""Sir, the prisoners are outside the fence, they broke out before the artillery was loaded."""
7510,"Dawn of a War (Char RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322028&start=75,2014-12-05T21:13:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Intergalactic Russian Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322028&amp;p=22691805#p22691805"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322028&amp;p=22691718#p22691718"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Send artillery, and equip one of our snipers with a anti-tank rifle, this fucker is going down. Tell the men they have my order to kill on sight, any captured prisoners caught trying o escape are to executed on sight.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Yes sir, kill on sight."" he ran off to inform the people at the defenses. The spy drove the tank to the prisoners, some of them got in and pummeled the defenses, blowing a hole in the fence, they then drove the tank over the sandbags and machine gunners and out the hole in the fence, making it larger in the process. The surviving 105 prisoners started running out of the hole, two of which were trailing behind, a sniper lined up a shot and fired at one of them, they collapsed and the other one picked the first person up and started to carry them away. ""Sir, the prisoners are outside the fence, they broke out before the artillery was loaded.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Push them to the land mines, have the anti-rifler hit the gas tank, I want a incendiary bullet equipped. They are not allowed to escape."""
7511,"Dawn of a War (Char RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322028&start=75,2014-12-05T21:21:00,The Intergalactic Russian Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322028&amp;p=22691896#p22691896"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Intergalactic Russian Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322028&amp;p=22691805#p22691805"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Yes sir, kill on sight."" he ran off to inform the people at the defenses. The spy drove the tank to the prisoners, some of them got in and pummeled the defenses, blowing a hole in the fence, they then drove the tank over the sandbags and machine gunners and out the hole in the fence, making it larger in the process. The surviving 105 prisoners started running out of the hole, two of which were trailing behind, a sniper lined up a shot and fired at one of them, they collapsed and the other one picked the first person up and started to carry them away. ""Sir, the prisoners are outside the fence, they broke out before the artillery was loaded.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Push them to the land mines, have the anti-rifler hit the gas tank, I want a incendiary bullet equipped. They are not allowed to escape.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Yes sir."" the snipers continued shooting, the person carrying the wounded one was hit and fell, he slowly got back up and started limping. The tank was hit and caught on fire, only one person escaped before it blew up, the people slowly began to split up."
7512,"Dawn of a War (Char RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322028&start=75,2014-12-05T21:34:00,Togeria,"""I want you to send tacking teams to find them, kill on sight, and check for how many died tonight. Where is the emperor."
7513,"Dawn of a War (Char RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322028&start=75,2014-12-05T21:38:00,The Intergalactic Russian Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322028&amp;p=22692126#p22692126"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I want you to send tacking teams to find them, kill on sight, and check for how many died tonight. Where is the emperor.</div></blockquote><br/>""There is only one problem sir, they are in enemy territory, sending troops across the border will be seen as an act of war, unless they aren't spotted. Oh, and the Emperor will be here in an hour."""
7514,"Dawn of a War (Char RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322028&start=75,2014-12-05T21:42:00,Togeria,"""They are Panterilla's problem now, reinforce the border, and repair this prison and fence. I'm headed to the nurse, you men did a fine job today, I'm proud of all of you. I wan you to send a telegram to their forces that prisoners are headed their way."""
7515,"Dawn of a War (Char RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322028&start=75,2014-12-05T21:46:00,The Intergalactic Russian Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322028&amp;p=22692230#p22692230"">wrote</a>:</cite>""They are Panterilla's problem now, reinforce the border, and repair this prison and fence. I'm headed to the nurse, you men did a fine job today, I'm proud of all of you. I wan you to send a telegram to their forces that prisoners are headed their way.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Yes sir."" the soldier ran off and another walked in ""Sir, bad news, you remember those two people we were planning to set free? One of our towers guards sees them, they are near the area where the prisoners escaped, outside the fence, both of them shot."""
7516,"Dawn of a War (Char RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322028&start=75,2014-12-05T21:56:00,Togeria,"""Drag the bodies in, they will be given a proper funeral, they were innocent and the actions if ine ruined their chance at a good life, if they're still alive give them medical treatment."""
7517,"Dawn of a War (Char RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322028&start=75,2014-12-05T22:05:00,The Intergalactic Russian Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322028&amp;p=22692336#p22692336"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Drag the bodies in, they will be given a proper funeral, they were innocent and the actions if ine ruined their chance at a good life, if they're still alive give them medical treatment.""</div></blockquote><br/>""They seem to be still alive, as they are breathing. One of the sniper claimed responsibility, saying he saw two people i the back of the group, shot one, the other started carrying the first, then shortly later shot the other person. We'll get doctors out shortly."""
7518,"Dawn of a War (Char RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322028&start=75,2014-12-05T22:09:00,Togeria,"""Good, send them my personnel apologies, you have proven yourself quite capable today. Meet me in my office after the emperor leaves, now prepare everything, and tell the men to begin exercises."" He saluted, before heading to the nurse."
7519,"Dawn of a War (Char RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322028&start=75,2014-12-07T16:29:00,The Intergalactic Russian Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322028&amp;p=22692469#p22692469"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Good, send them my personnel apologies, you have proven yourself quite capable today. Meet me in my office after the emperor leaves, now prepare everything, and tell the men to begin exercises."" He saluted, before heading to the nurse.</div></blockquote><br/>""Yes sir."" the man ran out, soon after a small convoy of cars drove up and people started getting out, they had arrived, the emperor, second in command, and two top generals, with Perkins as an aide."
7520,"Dawn of a War (Char RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322028&start=75,2014-12-08T17:32:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Intergalactic Russian Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322028&amp;p=22715662#p22715662"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322028&amp;p=22692469#p22692469"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Good, send them my personnel apologies, you have proven yourself quite capable today. Meet me in my office after the emperor leaves, now prepare everything, and tell the men to begin exercises."" He saluted, before heading to the nurse.</div></blockquote><br/>""Yes sir."" the man ran out, soon after a small convoy of cars drove up and people started getting out, they had arrived, the emperor, second in command, and two top generals, with Perkins as an aide.</div></blockquote><br/>After his wound had been checked, John walked out to his emperor. He and his men bowing in his presence,""Greeting my emperor. How was your drive?"""
7521,"Dawn of a War (Char RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322028&start=75,2014-12-09T07:38:00,The Intergalactic Russian Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322028&amp;p=22729531#p22729531"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Intergalactic Russian Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322028&amp;p=22715662#p22715662"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Yes sir."" the man ran out, soon after a small convoy of cars drove up and people started getting out, they had arrived, the emperor, second in command, and two top generals, with Perkins as an aide.</div></blockquote><br/>After his wound had been checked, John walked out to his emperor. He and his men bowing in his presence,""Greeting my emperor. How was your drive?""</div></blockquote><br/>Khan did not look very pleased ""Well, the last commander we met with was drunk out of his mind and could barely make a cohesive sentence, then I learn that there was a breakout in the prison that is under your jurisdiction, I am very displeased."""
7522,"Dawn of a War (Char RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322028&start=75,2014-12-10T23:44:00,Togeria,"He bowed his head,""I am sorry my emperor. I should have had a better grasp at the prison, there was a spy, and he freed the prisoners. He staged a revolt, and took a tank, luckily my men were able to stop them in time. My deepest apologies, I have worked hard with my men, and the fact they were able to regain control in such a short amount of time, at least proves to me they're capable my emperor. It will not happen again."""
7523,Great Socialist War IC[1st person][TCB only],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322035,2014-11-30T13:58:00,Togeria,"The Lentrokans have broken through the Volkstradi line, even still they face heavy fire. Aided by Togerian tanks the Allies push through slowly but surely."
7524,Great Socialist War IC[1st person][TCB only],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322035,2014-11-30T14:10:00,Togeria,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">EVA</span><br/>The war had been hard, they were so sure that the Lentrokan couldn't push through the lines, but the damn Togerians came in that monster of a tank. They faced heavy fire, they dug into the earth, she could see the Lentrokan come, also the Togerians, they lacked proper uniform, but had high tech uniform, and a will to never quit. God damn them."
7525,Great Socialist War IC[1st person][TCB only],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322035,2014-11-30T14:26:00,Communist Volkstrad,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">UNTEROFFIZIER DRAGAN PETROV</span><br/>We've been pushed back from the first lines in Paduregrad, by these assholes from Lentrotka burning our homeland. We're trying to halt them from passing further, but they're hitting hard and fast, casualties are high. We're being sent backwards, whether we like it or not! I'm not sure how far back we're being sent, but our squad is supposed to meet up with the entrenched 11th Army soon."
7526,Great Socialist War IC[1st person][TCB only],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322035,2014-11-30T14:30:00,Togeria,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">EVA</span><br/>As the enemy forces come we open heavy fire on them. The Togerians control the sky, sending bombing raids to push us back, I've seen those X-3 rifles is action they're deadly. The Lentrotkan tank is small, but fast, hitting us then moving out the way, we're suppose to be receiving back up soon. Damn it, where are they?"
7527,Great Socialist War IC[1st person][TCB only],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322035,2014-11-30T14:31:00,The New Socialist Empire,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Major Alexander von Richthofen</span><br/>The Lentrotkan's have begun there first assault and I've been dispatched from the capital to meet at the front lines and organize a defence. The enemy is making a great effort, but if we push them back I could get a promotion to Lieutenant Colonel out of this."
7528,Great Socialist War IC[1st person][TCB only],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322035,2014-11-30T14:33:00,Communist Volkstrad,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">DRAGAN</span><br/>The 11th Army lines are in sight. We're being chased by Lentrotkan Tanks and infantry, they're bullets are hitting a little too close for comfort. I'm about in the middle of our modestly sized unit, most of us were killed in Paduregrad. I've got my Kalash hanging on my back, and I'm carrying the Flag of Volkstrad as I run."
7529,Great Socialist War IC[1st person][TCB only],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322035,2014-11-30T14:35:00,Togeria,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">HISTORICAL EVENT</span><br/>Togerian bombers begin attacking supply lines, and enemy fronts to push Volkstradi back. Kvasno has just war on Lentrotka and Togeria."
7530,Great Socialist War IC[1st person][TCB only],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322035,2014-11-30T14:36:00,The New Socialist Empire,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Major von Richthofen</span><br/>The pilot has received orders that the frontline base is nearly overrun and we will now be making a stop at a baser further away from the Border. I dread to say what the enemy has which could cause such a fast retreat."
7531,Great Socialist War IC[1st person][TCB only],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322035,2014-11-30T14:39:00,The New Socialist Empire,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Soze</span><br/>I've just been told i'll be shipping out, to some sh*thole called North Kvasno. personally, I don't think the war will last long but the least i can do is kick some Kvasnians back into the stone age"
7532,Great Socialist War IC[1st person][TCB only],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322035,2014-11-30T14:41:00,Togeria,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">EVA</span><br/>I see reinforcement in sight, it seems the Lentrotkan tanks are chasing them. I load the AA gun, and begin firing at the bomber, but something is wrong, they're not aiming at us they're aiming at the city itself. Trying to starve us, and keep us in. I look at my commander, he orders a retreat, we give word to the reinforcements, we've been pushed back."
7533,Great Socialist War IC[1st person][TCB only],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322035,2014-11-30T14:43:00,The New Socialist Empire,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Major von Richthofen</span><br/>Pilot encounters radio interference and all we can see ahead is a dust cloud. it seems we've entered the danger zone."
7534,Great Socialist War IC[1st person][TCB only],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322035,2014-11-30T14:46:00,Communist Volkstrad,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">DRAGAN</span><br/>Damnit. Just as we were almost at the trenches, they start to retreat! Bastards wouldn't even wait for us. I don't blame them, there are barely 200 of us left, with more getting killed by the hounding tanks. Our only hope is to catch up to the city, where the 11th are probably heading to defend. Myself, still with the flag, am a prime target for snipers. I can't say I'm too eager to remain in the open. Once we get there, I can raise the flag somewhere else and start to use my Kalash, finally."
7535,Great Socialist War IC[1st person][TCB only],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322035,2014-11-30T14:47:00,Togeria,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">EVA</span><br/>As we retreat my commander gives word that we are two go and protect the capital,""Have we really been pushed that far, is the enemy truly that powerful?"" I thought to myself.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">HISTORICAL EVENT</span><br/>As the war gets more desperate Volkstrad begins to deploy gas, as the Togerians have made their first great imvention, the Knightmare."
7536,Great Socialist War IC[1st person][TCB only],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322035,2014-11-30T14:51:00,The New Socialist Empire,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Major von Richthofen </span><br/>Just as the Helicopter gets a view of the battlefield it is hit by a Anti-Air rocket from an infantry man. The helicopter begins plummeting to the ground, just behind the front lines, crashing down in front of the retreating troops. The Major manages to escape from the wreckage, gets a view of his surroundings and starts running with the retreating infantryman hoping to reach the nearest command base."
7537,Great Socialist War IC[1st person][TCB only],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322035,2014-11-30T14:52:00,Togeria,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">SHOUZI</span><br/>As I prepare for the war, I am enlisted to the experimental Knightmare program. I don't know if it'll work, but at this point any edge we have to stop the enemy I will willingly take. For the honor of the motherland depends on it."
7538,Great Socialist War IC[1st person][TCB only],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322035,2014-11-30T14:53:00,Communist Volkstrad,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Dragan</span><br/>The 11th has finally stopped. We manage to nearly catch up with the rest and we almost make it to the trenches ahead, but a Helicopter crashes behind us and we falter for a moment. Out of the crash, an officer, one who looks like a Major climbs out and runs. Without word, we keep running towards the friendly trenches and walls."
7539,Great Socialist War IC[1st person][TCB only],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322035,2014-11-30T14:55:00,The New Socialist Empire,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Soze</span><br/>The military has unveiled the knightmare program allowing me to request a transfer to the paratroop program who rarely see action. I'm ready to do my duty, but not die for nothing."
7540,Great Socialist War IC[1st person][TCB only],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322035,2014-11-30T14:57:00,Togeria,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">EVA</span><br/>As we continue we a helicopter crashes, a major leaves running toward the city, I follow, as I see the trenches I dive into it. I recover quickly, reaching for the closes machine gun, I can here the general scream, ""PROTECT THE FATHERLAND!!!!"", I waste no time firing at any enemy, more soldiers arrive, this is our last stand, and we need to win."
7541,Great Socialist War IC[1st person][TCB only],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322035,2014-11-30T14:58:00,The New Socialist Empire,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Major von Richthofen</span><br/>I manage to escape the chaos of the front line and eager to continue my role try to locate some form of command center, but all forces seem to be retreating to the capital. I quickly catch a ride on a passing jeep and head off with the bulk of the forces."
7542,Great Socialist War IC[1st person][TCB only],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322035,2014-11-30T14:59:00,Togeria,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">HISTORICAL EVENT</span><br/>North Kvasno troops have made leeway near the capital, air an ground troops from Togeria are ordered to cut them off."
7543,Great Socialist War IC[1st person][TCB only],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322035,2014-11-30T15:02:00,Communist Volkstrad,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Dragan</span><br/>I stick the flag in the ground for it to stay in place, and then duck into a trench. We here someone yell ""Protect the Fatherland!"". My squad and I quickly yell out<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Fur Das Vaterland""</span>, as German is the language common to all Volkstradis. I pull out my Kalash and begin to fire on the oncoming Lentrotkans."
7544,Great Socialist War IC[1st person][TCB only],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322035,2014-11-30T15:04:00,The New Socialist Empire,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Major von Richthofen</span><br/>I reach a temporary command center just outside the capital and quickly gain entry. I explain my orders to the generals present and am put in charge of defending the outer city from all ground assaults as well as preparing for the first chemical attacks in case they go wrong. I see a flag in the distance, on the battlefield and salute it, this may be our last days at least we're dying for our country."
7545,Great Socialist War IC[1st person][TCB only],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322035,2014-11-30T15:09:00,Communist Volkstrad,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Dragan</span><br/>We get word that a Major by the name of ""von Richthofen"" has taken over defence. Hopefully he can keep things together. We just got word that the New Socialist Empire has joined the war on the enemy's side. We've seen the first bombers, our future doesn't look pretty."
7546,Great Socialist War IC[1st person][TCB only],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322035,2014-11-30T15:09:00,Togeria,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">EVA</span><br/>As I see my fellow brothers fight so hard to protect the capital, it feels me with pride, I scream,""HEIL VOLKSTRAD"", hoping it gives my brethren courage. I shoot at all targets, killing ten Lentrotkans, I see the Togerian fighter go past us, what are they planning?"
7547,Great Socialist War IC[1st person][TCB only],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322035,2014-11-30T15:17:00,Communist Volkstrad,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Dragan</span><br/>I see a Togerian plane of some sort fly ahead. Seeing that this is probably a bad move, I let out a curse in my native tongue of Bulgarian, which I know my squadmates will understand, being from the Khilyada like myself ""Laina! Tova e losho, prigotvete drugari!""."
7548,Great Socialist War IC[1st person][TCB only],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322035&start=25,2014-11-30T15:17:00,The New Socialist Empire,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Major von Richthofen </span><br/>The first NSE bombs start hitting the city, blowing up the air defences designed to prevent this. The enemy begins dropping paratroopers into the east side of the city essentially trapping everyone inside the city walls. The 3rd division is tasked with keeping the paratroopers out of teh city as several major generals have been killed. As such, Major von Richthofen is promoted he is now Oberstleutnant von Richthofen. He has been ordered to assume all external defences of the city. Whilst the city is place in lockdown."
7549,Great Socialist War IC[1st person][TCB only],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322035&start=25,2014-11-30T15:18:00,Togeria,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">SHOUZI</span><br/>My training is almost complete, we just need to finish attacks. After that, I'll be deployed to stop the Kvasnians in order to help our ally. The anticipation of battle hurts, I wish I bring honor to the motherland, and I will fight like a angry jackal to do so."
7550,Great Socialist War IC[1st person][TCB only],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322035&start=25,2014-11-30T15:20:00,The New Socialist Empire,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Oberstleutnant von Richthofen</span><br/>I begin to place mines, trenches and barbed wire around the city,but with very few Tanks and infantrymen at my disposal the defences will not last long. As such, I have reentered a helicopter to observe the defences without getting in the way."
7551,Great Socialist War IC[1st person][TCB only],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322035&start=25,2014-11-30T15:25:00,Togeria,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">EVA</span><br/>I attack with all my might, I am tired, but the fatherland calls on me to protect it. The battle is hard, we have defenses to protect is, but I don't know how long they'll last, by bones hurt, my uniform in shreds, I know Everyman here is tired, but we will not fall! I put on my gas mask, as word is sent they're preparing to deploy the gas."
7552,Great Socialist War IC[1st person][TCB only],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322035&start=25,2014-11-30T15:26:00,Communist Volkstrad,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Dragan</span><br/>We've been getting shelled hard. I see a helicopter flying above and wonder to myself ""How is the lucky bastard staying in the air?""."
7553,Great Socialist War IC[1st person][TCB only],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322035&start=25,2014-11-30T15:29:00,Communist Volkstrad,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Dragan</span><br/>As the Gas hits, I just barely manage to get my Gas Mask on. I stumble over a while, choking and coughing, letting out a curse from time to time. I stumble around for a while and accidently ram into some woman in the trenches. I manage to get up and ready to fight the oncoming charge, but it left me dazed."
7554,Great Socialist War IC[1st person][TCB only],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322035&start=25,2014-11-30T15:30:00,The New Socialist Empire,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Oberstleutnant von Richthofen</span><br/>I receive orders that NSE paratroops are doing considerable damage within the city and that the cause is near lost. I order the helicopter to fly down to near the battlefield. I fire the turret equipped to the helicopter taking out a line of enemy troops. we then try to pick up any survivors left for evacuation. We find a few infantryman, what's left of a small battalion which still has its flag bearer although no flag. We pick up who we can and use the pilots expertise to escape the risk zone. We begin to fly away from the battlezone and away from the capital."
7555,Great Socialist War IC[1st person][TCB only],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322035&start=25,2014-11-30T15:31:00,Togeria,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">SHOUZI</span><br/>My training is complete, the mechs ready, now we are being deployed to stop the Kvasnian advance. I've heard the fighters have done well, their training obviously helping, we must now prove ourselves in the arena if war, and bring glory to the motherland."
7556,Great Socialist War IC[1st person][TCB only],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322035&start=25,2014-11-30T15:34:00,Togeria,"""Hündin"" I yell at the men, who the hell does he think he is. I get back up and look, distraught on my face, the city is a mess, we've lost. I push the man out the way, as I see a helicopter picking up troops, run out get on, barely making it."
7557,Great Socialist War IC[1st person][TCB only],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322035&start=25,2014-11-30T15:37:00,Communist Volkstrad,"Looking down at the city, as it passes away from us. I look around at the troops that got picked up. There's the Oberstleutnant in charge of defence, a few soldiers I do not recognize, and the woman from the trenches. I turn to the officer. ""We aren't just deserting the city are we? The capital of our Fatherland! We're just leaving it to the invaders?"""
7558,Great Socialist War IC[1st person][TCB only],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322035&start=25,2014-11-30T15:42:00,Togeria,"I look at the man before slapping him,""DO YOU NOT SEE THE FATHERLAND!!!"" I say, tears coming down my eyes,""WE LOST, WE FUCKING LOST!"". I scream it, rage aching in my bones, our culture lost, by some damn lentrotkans and Togerians, where the hell where the Kvasnians? Why had they not help? I sat there, and curled into a ball, I was done, life had no worth."
7559,Great Socialist War IC[1st person][TCB only],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322035&start=25,2014-11-30T15:46:00,Communist Volkstrad,"I look down on the woman. I think to myself about these invaders. Our Fatherland us burning! It's in the hands of invaders! This cannot be tolerated, it<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">must not</span></span>be tolerated! I turn around and fire on enemy troops advancing in anger, and to give our comrades trapped on the ground a bit of help in their time of defeat."
7560,Great Socialist War IC[1st person][TCB only],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322035&start=25,2014-11-30T15:51:00,The New Socialist Empire,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Oberstleutnant von Richthofen</span><br/>the Oberstleutnant spoke carrying a strange authority with his words""My friends, the Fatherland is not lost, but the city is. we stand as survivors of the great injustice we have been dealt by these tyrants, by these destroyers. It is because we live on that we can live on, fight on, until these enemies of ours are wiped clean from the face of the earth. Think of those we have lost already, all those people. Well my friends, we will avenge the annihilation of our people with a retaliation so massive, so merciless, that it will live in history! Is our eternal retribution not worth one retreat. now pilot open all radio channels I want to hear what's happening."""
7561,Great Socialist War IC[1st person][TCB only],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322035&start=25,2014-11-30T15:54:00,Togeria,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">EVA</span><br/>Eva had composed her self, she heard the Oberstleutnant, she got back up. Ready to avenge her people,""what do we do?"" She asked."
7562,Great Socialist War IC[1st person][TCB only],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322035&start=25,2014-11-30T16:00:00,Communist Volkstrad,Dragan quiets down and stops shooting out of the window at the words of the Oberstleutnant. He starts to listen to the radio chatter.
7563,Great Socialist War IC[1st person][TCB only],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322035&start=25,2014-11-30T16:01:00,Togeria,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">SHOUZI</span><br/>As we went to our objective, I thought to myself,""Am I right to kill these men? Is it truly my duty to pick their fate?"", I shut that emotion out, I would do what ever to protect my home, as we went to the lines I was dropped down, my armor absorbed the blow, bullets clinked on my armor. It didn't effect me, I kept walking firing on the enemy, my mission was to find anything of use to the enemy and destroy it."
7564,Great Socialist War IC[1st person][TCB only],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322035&start=25,2014-11-30T16:02:00,The New Socialist Empire,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Oberstleutnant von Richthofen</span><br/>""We're flying to Hranicegrad, hopefully forces there are large enough to make a successful counterattack with the right leadership. Now, does anyone have any important information about the enemy. Anything, we need as much intelligence as possible. Pilot, hows that radio?"""
7565,Great Socialist War IC[1st person][TCB only],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322035&start=25,2014-11-30T16:04:00,Togeria,"""I heard in the trenches that the Togerians are planning something big."" I said, I did not know if the information would help."
7566,Great Socialist War IC[1st person][TCB only],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322035&start=25,2014-11-30T16:07:00,Communist Volkstrad,"I shrug ""I haven't heard anything. I was part of the last remnants of 54th Battalion. I just arrived here."""
7567,Great Socialist War IC[1st person][TCB only],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322035&start=25,2014-11-30T16:09:00,The New Socialist Empire,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Oberstleutnant von Richthofen</span><br/>""Big? Hmm, given there present situation and the near total collapse of the capital. That would mean that they're either going to begin a full scale assault against Kvasno or launch an assault on the rest of our country. assuming the information is accurate, of course. okay, Dragan listen in at the radio and inform me of anything that happens."""
7568,Great Socialist War IC[1st person][TCB only],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322035&start=25,2014-11-30T16:11:00,Communist Volkstrad,I nod and move over to the radio.
7569,Great Socialist War IC[1st person][TCB only],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322035&start=25,2014-11-30T16:11:00,Togeria,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">EVENT</span><br/>Reports are coming in of huge metal creature, bigger then men and twice as strong. They shrug off tank blows, and have extraordinary speed, they bear the Togerian star."
7570,Power Rangers: Olympus (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322090,2014-11-30T21:33:00,Asterdan,"<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=319563"" rel=""nofollow"">(OOC: Join the Fight Here!)</a><br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>1000 Years ago, the Gods of Olympus battled the Forces of the Underworld as Hades tried to plunge the world into darkness. He hated how the mortals neglected them, and Hades refused to take it any longer. He found the most evil, most diabolical beings in the Underworld he could find and led them into battle against the mortal world.<br/><br/>The Oracle at Delphi new the mortals stood no chance, at that even the Olympians would be unable to defeat this new threat. That is when she came up with an idea. She brought her plan before the Gods, to grant their power to the Mortals similar to the great wizard Zordon, and create warriors, who will fight and defeat Hades.<br/><br/>They agreed, and Zeus, Poseidon, Ares, Apollo and Hera granted their powers to the ancient Mortal Warriors. They fought bravely, sealing many of Hades' monsters in the Underworld. They almost sealed Hades away, until he killed Apollo and his Warrior. The Oracle felt Apollo die, and begged Athena to take his place. She chose a new Mortal Warrior to hold the powers of Athena. Together, these Warriors sealed Hades away, but not before Athena and Hera were defeated.<br/><br/>Now, Hades as broken out of the Underworld, and plans on taking over this world again. The Oracle at Delphi has once again awoken to grant the powers of Zeus, Poseidon and Ares to five Mortal Warriors, five Mortal Warriors who will become:</div></blockquote><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i45.tinypic.com/d8t3r.png""/><br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NLrt0ubxzRM"" rel=""nofollow""><span style=""font-size: 300%; line-height: 116%;"">Olympus</span></a></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Deep Within the Volcano at Pompeii</span><br/><br/>The ground was quaking, cracks forming in the earth and heat rising from the center. The rattling of chains, followed by the breaking of metal, smoke spilling from the cracks as laughter reverberated through the dead volcano. The earth rumbled, quaking as an ancient evil rose to the surface. With an explosion, fire and smoke erupted from the volcano, destroying everything around. A gate straight to the underworld had been formed, as billions of small demons pouring out of the volcano along with the smoke.<br/><br/>""Go, my Lost Souls!"" came a booming voice, ""Go destroy these mortals, obey your master Hades!""<br/><br/>The creatures quickly traveled out across the globe, causing havoc and destruction. All major news stations were soon covering the story, but another party knew of the situation long before Fox did.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">A Cave near Delphi</span><br/><br/>An odd, green smoke filled the cave that was once the home of the famous Oracle at Delphi, the most famous of the Oracles in the days of the Olympians. The smoke slowly turned red as a silhouette rose from the Underworld, a very feminine silhouette. She looked into a pool of stagnant water, swirling her finger in it and sighing as images of the Lost Souls emerged from across the globe. She hated to say it, but it was time to reclaim the Warriors of the Olympians.<br/><br/>She reached into the pool, pulling out three gauntlets, each with a ruby in it, one red, one blue and one black. The woman tossed them into the air, commanding them to find three worthy souls of prime strength. The gauntlets turned to mist, and went to find the three mortals who would become the newest Power Rangers."
7571,Power Rangers: Olympus (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322090,2014-11-30T22:37:00,Abrahammia,"Michael Robinson was playing American football for his college (UCLA) when the lost souls appeared. He was the quarterback, making everyone else look up to him. They still played, until a black gauntlet appeared and took Michael. Michael looked at it and said ""Why do I have to get the black gauntlet? Just because my skin isn't white, I can't get the red one or the blue one?""<br/><br/>Michael was pretty mad, thinking the gauntlets were racist. He barely noticed that he was in Delphi. He looked carefully at the gauntlet and saw and ruby in it. He immediately tried to find a pawn shop so that he may sell the gauntlet, as he needed money more than he needed a magic gauntlet."
7572,Power Rangers: Olympus (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322090,2014-11-30T22:45:00,Togeria,"Tommy was in history class, they were studying for a test, it would be on Plato. He thought it was bull, he cared less for this, and more about when they studied mythology, he learned about his favorite god, Poseidon, he studied hard when one of the girls yelled,""Jesus, what are those."" He looked outside the window, and saw disfigured humanoids running down the street, terrorizing the populace. Out of nowhere a blue gauntlet appeared on his left wrist, the teacher told the class to stay under the desk, but he wasn't stupid, it would make them easy targets. He snuck out the room, and went outside making his way home, his dad had a double barrel, and he knew martial arts in case one of those idiots tried to attack him, but now he would make his way home, and check on his little sis.<br/><br/>Half way there it went black, we'll not black but grey, smoke filled his lungs as he tried getting any air, he held his breath. Soon the feeling was gone as he looked, and saw he was inside some dark, rocky area, most likely a cave, he walked around looking at his surroundings, he made mental note of the features themselves. He saw a woman in a red robe,""Who are you?"" He asked her."
7573,Power Rangers: Olympus (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322090,2014-12-01T06:31:00,Altito Asmoro,"Lee was fighting with some teenagers at an alleyway. There are about 3 teenagers fought him, not that is a bad thing, but it's rather hard than usual to fight them. Thankfully, after beating up the first two guys, the last cowered, hid behind a dumpster.<br/><br/>""Sorry! Sorry! Please don't kill me!"" said him nervously and cowardly.<br/><br/>""Good. Don't do that again to me, or else."" said Lee, with some threatening voice and marks.<br/><br/>After he left his targets down (It is on night now), he went out from the alleyway, looking for a bus ride home, when suddenly a lost soul appeared and grasp into his right arm, a gauntlet. A red gauntlet. Then he was whisked away...to some dark place. It seems in the light inside the place, there are people already.<br/><br/>""Hello?! Who are you people!?"" exclaimed Lee to the shadows of people far from where he is."
7574,Power Rangers: Olympus (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322090,2014-12-01T06:36:00,Togeria,"Tommy was busy staring at the woman when he heard the voice,""Who are you, how'd you get here?"" He asked, going to the voice, there he found Lee from his school. When he looked at his wrist he had the same red gauntlet as him, well not red, but the style of the two were the same. ""How'd you get here?"" He asked Lee."
7575,Power Rangers: Olympus (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322090,2014-12-01T06:44:00,Altito Asmoro,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322090&amp;p=22638837#p22638837"">wrote</a>:</cite>Tommy was busy staring at the woman when he heard the voice,""Who are you, how'd you get here?"" He asked, going to the voice, there he found Lee from his school. When he looked at his wrist he had the same red gauntlet as him, well not red, but the style of the two were the same. ""How'd you get here?"" He asked Lee.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Hi Tom. Oh, you know, the usual stuff, fighting bad guys. Then got this gauntlet, and ""POOF""! I got here. All I can think about is probably this gauntlet has something to do with what will happen with our future."" said Lee. Lee saw as Tommy has the same gauntlet like him, except it's blue, and not red.<br/><br/>""Are we some sort of heroes now?"" questioned by Lee to himself."
7576,Power Rangers: Olympus (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322090,2014-12-01T07:12:00,Togeria,"""There's a woman over here, she's wearing a red robe."" Tommy said, leading lee the way, once there he motioned for him to be quiet, he wanted to hear what she had to say."
7577,Power Rangers: Olympus (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322090,2014-12-01T09:05:00,Asterdan,"The Oracle Turned slowly, looking at the three young men the gauntlets had chosen. She couldn't help but wonder why these three were chosen as the next Warriors of he Gods, but she would not question the Olympians, or their choices. Instead, she walked closer to the three, the red smoke surrounding them as well, changing the cave into a modern-esque headquarters, filled with mystical objects as well as technology.<br/><br/>""I am the Oracle of Delphi,"" she said to the three, ""Those creatures you have seen are the Lost Souls, warriors that Hades has sent to destroy this Earth. You three have been chosen by the Olympians to become their Warriors, to wield their power and fight these demons.""<br/><br/>She looked at the three, her red hair flowing in the smoke and breeze.<br/><br/>""You wield the powers of Zeus, Poseidon and Ares,"" she said, looking at each in turn as she named their deity, ""and together, you can stop Hades."""
7578,Power Rangers: Olympus (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322090,2014-12-01T14:01:00,Abrahammia,"Michael looked at the Oracle of Delphi. She was kind of cute. Michael, being a ladies' man back home, approached her, looking confident, tried to ask her out. ""Hey, baby girl. What do you say we get out of here? Let's catch a film or something."" Michael smiled, waiting for a response. He could always pawn the ruby later."
7579,Power Rangers: Olympus (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322090,2014-12-01T16:05:00,Togeria,"Tommy saw Michael, and hit him on the back of the skull,""stupid"" he said. He looked around the headquarters, taking in every detail,""So the gods want us, why don't you tell exactly what they want from us. I'm not stupid, I read the stories, and I know these things come at a price."" He said, taking a seat in a chair."
7580,Power Rangers: Olympus (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322090,2014-12-01T17:22:00,OneEarth,"<blockquote><div><cite>Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322090&amp;p=22641848#p22641848"">wrote</a>:</cite>Michael looked at the Oracle of Delphi. She was kind of cute. Michael, being a ladies' man back home, approached her, looking confident, tried to ask her out. ""Hey, baby girl. What do you say we get out of here? Let's catch a film or something."" Michael smiled, waiting for a response. He could always pawn the ruby later.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Sit down, Michael,"" the Oracle said, ""There are much more important things to worry about right now. As for 'the price', there is none. You must only fight the Lost Souls, defeat Hades and trap him, just as the Warriors of old did. By calling out 'Olympians Unite', you will be granted powers beyond that of any mortal, and each of you will also be given the weapon of your god. You have been chosen by the Olympians themselves to wield their powers.""<br/><br/>The Oracle smiled and walked up to each on in turn, starting with Lee.<br/><br/>""The Power of Zeus,"" she said before walking to Tommy, ""of Poseidon, and *she walked over to Michael* of Ares. Only you can defeat these Lost Souls, and only you bring order to this world."""
7581,Power Rangers: Olympus (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322090,2014-12-01T17:38:00,Togeria,"""So I just say Olympians unite, and I get god like powers......I find this sort of unbelievable."" He said, he would need strong proof before he even pretended to say that phrase."
7582,Power Rangers: Olympus (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322090,2014-12-01T17:55:00,OneEarth,"""Most people would find the Lost Souls all around the world to be pretty convincing evidence."" the Oracle said simply.<br/><br/>Across the globe, the Lost Souls were causing chaos. They were destroying buildings attacking civilians and generally being your average, faceless henchmen. Hades had another trick up his sleeve, however, and no one would see him coming. The Lord of the Underworld whistled, footsteps slowly nearing him. He turned towards the creature and smirked, reaching down into the River Styx, and splashing it onto the creature. He laughed evilly as the creature changed, becoming more human-like as well as more monstrous.<br/><br/>""Go, my Unicorpse,"" Hades ordered, ""Go and destroy!""<br/><br/>The monstrous unicorn creature left the Underworld, traveling to Greece. The Lost Souls began to follow their new general, accepting it as their leader."
7583,Power Rangers: Olympus (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322090,2014-12-01T17:59:00,Togeria,"""Well we can't just sit here! We need to act, and act fast, I have a sister out there."" He said, the gravity of the situation just hit him, he had a family and he would protect them at all cost."
7584,Power Rangers: Olympus (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322090,2014-12-01T18:07:00,OneEarth,"The Oracle was about to speak when the pool began to tremble. She told the three to gather round and slowly a picture began to form in the pool of water. It was of the Unicorpse, leading Lost Souls into battle and causing destruction nearby.<br/><br/>""This is your first target. Destroy this creature,"" the Oracle said, ""and the Lost Souls will leave, for now.""<br/><br/>The gauntlets began to glow, turning the three into wisps of smoke, of their respective colors, and took them to the battlefield."
7585,Power Rangers: Olympus (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322090,2014-12-01T20:24:00,Abrahammia,"""Alright, that's our mission, but how do we get out of here? I don't want to accidentally move deeper into the cave. Also, here's my number. In case you change your mind."" Michael begins chiseling his cell phone number on the cave wall. About half way through the first letter, he realized that ancient things may not have phones. He stops for for a second when he gets the thought before continuing to write his phone number."
7586,Power Rangers: Olympus (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322090,2014-12-01T20:29:00,Altito Asmoro,"<blockquote><div><cite>Asterdan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322090&amp;p=22639655#p22639655"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Oracle Turned slowly, looking at the three young men the gauntlets had chosen. She couldn't help but wonder why these three were chosen as the next Warriors of he Gods, but she would not question the Olympians, or their choices. Instead, she walked closer to the three, the red smoke surrounding them as well, changing the cave into a modern-esque headquarters, filled with mystical objects as well as technology.<br/><br/>""I am the Oracle of Delphi,"" she said to the three, ""Those creatures you have seen are the Lost Souls, warriors that Hades has sent to destroy this Earth. You three have been chosen by the Olympians to become their Warriors, to wield their power and fight these demons.""<br/><br/>She looked at the three, her red hair flowing in the smoke and breeze.<br/><br/>""You wield the powers of Zeus, Poseidon and Ares,"" she said, looking at each in turn as she named their deity, ""and together, you can stop Hades.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Lee looked at his red gauntlet. He feels a surge of power (Only in his mind, probably) went through him. He feels excited and eager to destroy this kind of creatures.<br/><br/>He's a Red Ranger. Means a leader. And Zeus. This is gonna be cool.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>OneEarth <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322090&amp;p=22644915#p22644915"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Oracle was about to speak when the pool began to tremble. She told the three to gather round and slowly a picture began to form in the pool of water. It was of the Unicorpse, leading Lost Souls into battle and causing destruction nearby.<br/><br/>""This is your first target. Destroy this creature,"" the Oracle said, ""and the Lost Souls will leave, for now.""<br/><br/>The gauntlets began to glow, turning the three into wisps of smoke, of their respective colors, and took them to the battlefield.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Lee dropped with Tommy and Michael at the place of the battlefield. In front of him, Lost Souls began to fought the civilians, and the law enforcement are rather overpowered and outnumbered.<br/><br/>Lee looked to Tommy.<br/><br/>""We should morph now, Tommy. Together we can defeat them. At least, that's what I think."""
7587,Power Rangers: Olympus (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322090,2014-12-01T21:32:00,Abrahammia,"Michael worries that the red ranger will try to seize position as leader, as he had something to do with Zeus. Michael tries to appoint himself leader, as Michael feels that he'd make a better leader than Lee. ""I may not be the red ranger, but I should still be the leader. After all, I am a quarterback. I direct my team's offensive play. Lee is just a scrub."" Michael smirks, waiting for others to say,<br/>""Wow, you're so right!""<br/>""You should be our leader!""<br/>""I want to have your baby!"""
7588,Power Rangers: Olympus (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322090,2014-12-01T21:53:00,OneEarth,"As the rangers bickered, the Lost Souls took notice of them. Noticing the gauntlets, and remembering them from a time long past, they turned towards Unicorpse, unsure of whether or not they should even attempt to attack these three. Unicorpse let out an evil roar, pointing towards the three and yelling an order that sounded like 'attack'. The Lost Souls turned back towards the Olympus Rangers, starting towards them.<br/><br/>The Oracle sighed, realizing that Ares had chosen a block head, simply because of his strength. She watched through the pool of stagnant water, waiting to see if she would have to help in some way."
7589,Power Rangers: Olympus (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322090,2014-12-01T22:10:00,Abrahammia,"When Michael saw the Lost Souls charging, he immediately shut up and examined the situation. Without turning his head, he said to the other 2 ""I'm going to charge my way through their lines and get the ugly thingie in the back. Lee, you block for me. Tommy, um, do something."" Michael had spent some time as a running back in high school, so he believed he could do his part. Michael tried to move through the Lost Souls to get to the the thingie behind them (Unicorpse). If he could do that, he'd be successful."
7590,Power Rangers: Olympus (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322090,2014-12-01T22:11:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Altito Asmoro <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322090&amp;p=22646966#p22646966"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Asterdan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322090&amp;p=22639655#p22639655"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Oracle Turned slowly, looking at the three young men the gauntlets had chosen. She couldn't help but wonder why these three were chosen as the next Warriors of he Gods, but she would not question the Olympians, or their choices. Instead, she walked closer to the three, the red smoke surrounding them as well, changing the cave into a modern-esque headquarters, filled with mystical objects as well as technology.<br/><br/>""I am the Oracle of Delphi,"" she said to the three, ""Those creatures you have seen are the Lost Souls, warriors that Hades has sent to destroy this Earth. You three have been chosen by the Olympians to become their Warriors, to wield their power and fight these demons.""<br/><br/>She looked at the three, her red hair flowing in the smoke and breeze.<br/><br/>""You wield the powers of Zeus, Poseidon and Ares,"" she said, looking at each in turn as she named their deity, ""and together, you can stop Hades.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Lee looked at his red gauntlet. He feels a surge of power (Only in his mind, probably) went through him. He feels excited and eager to destroy this kind of creatures. <br/><br/>He's a Red Ranger. Means a leader. And Zeus. This is gonna be cool.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>OneEarth <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322090&amp;p=22644915#p22644915"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Oracle was about to speak when the pool began to tremble. She told the three to gather round and slowly a picture began to form in the pool of water. It was of the Unicorpse, leading Lost Souls into battle and causing destruction nearby.<br/><br/>""This is your first target. Destroy this creature,"" the Oracle said, ""and the Lost Souls will leave, for now.""<br/><br/>The gauntlets began to glow, turning the three into wisps of smoke, of their respective colors, and took them to the battlefield.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Lee dropped with Tommy and Michael at the place of the battlefield. In front of him, Lost Souls began to fought the civilians, and the law enforcement are rather overpowered and outnumbered. <br/><br/>Lee looked to Tommy.<br/><br/>""We should morph now, Tommy. Together we can defeat them. At least, that's what I think.""</div></blockquote><br/>""ENOUGH!"" He shouted at Michael, he was at his last wits because of the man. He looked at Lee shaking his head, ""Okay, we only have one shot to do this, let's make it count!"" He said, he remembered what the oracle had said,""I hope it works"" he said to himself,""OLYMPIANS UNITE!!"" He yelled into the air, his stone began to glow, he felt a huge swarm of power coursing through his veins, the feeling was amazing.<br/><br/>(Morph Sequence)"
7591,Power Rangers: Olympus (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322090,2014-12-01T22:19:00,Abrahammia,"After seeing Tommy morph into something cool, Michael also shouted ""Olympians, Unite!"" Hoping the same affect that happened to him would happen to Michael. A power ranger would have a much better chance at charging through the Lost Souls. He only hopes that Lee was still blocking for him. If he did that, his game plan should be successful."
7592,Power Rangers: Olympus (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322090,2014-12-07T19:39:00,Altito Asmoro,"After seeing Tommy morphed, Lee joined into the fray of the battle ""OLYMPIANS, UNITE!"". Morph sequence transformed him into Red Olympians Ranger. Red Zeus Ranger. After seeing what had been done, but noticed the Lost Souls coming into them...<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322090&amp;p=22647798#p22647798"">wrote</a>:</cite>When Michael saw the Lost Souls charging, he immediately shut up and examined the situation. Without turning his head, he said to the other 2 ""I'm going to charge my way through their lines and get the ugly thingie in the back. Lee, you block for me. Tommy, um, do something."" Michael had spent some time as a running back in high school, so he believed he could do his part. Michael tried to move through the Lost Souls to get to the the thingie behind them (Unicorpse). If he could do that, he'd be successful.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Fine.""<br/><br/>Lee jumped into the fray of the battle, blocking Lost Souls and attacking them at the same time, to a decent success. ""Tommy!"" he shouted at Tommy. ""Let's fight these monsters together, and then we can finish up with that ugly monster in front of...Michael, yeah."""
7593,Power Rangers: Olympus (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322090,2014-12-08T08:59:00,OneEarth,"The Lost Souls began to overwhelm the Red and Blue rangers, an sea of them still between Michael and Unicorpse. They would have to fight together in order to defeat this creature. Unicorpse laughed evilly, the tip of his horn starting to glow as he noticed the Black ranger charging towards him. A beam of white energy flowed from his horn, striking the ground in front of the Black ranger, causing an explosion.<br/><br/>""Rangers,"" came the voice of the Oracle, ""You must fight together to defeat these creatures. I will grant you a gift, the Weapons of the Gods.""<br/><br/>Their hands began to glow as their weapons appeared. The Red Zeus Ranger received the<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://www.2-clicks-swords.com/images/image/Greek-sword-replica.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Lightning Blade</a>, the Blue Poseidon Ranger received the<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://fc09.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2012/034/3/f/mmd_pmd_request__by_yourfacelooksfunny-d4oj8qk.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Ocean's Trident</a>and the Black Ares Ranger received the<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://morphinlegacy.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/SnakeAx.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Snake Warrior's Axe</a>."
7594,Power Rangers: Olympus (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322090,2014-12-08T12:54:00,Abrahammia,"""Who does she think she is, telling the quarterback what to do?"" Michael then gets slapped upside the head by a lost soul, before saying ""alright, we work together. Rangers, regroup!"" Michael uses the axe given to him and spins, cutting surrounding lost souls. He attempts to cautiously fight his way backwards to get to the other rangers, but still getting hit in the back and side a couple times."
7595,Power Rangers: Olympus (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322090&start=25,2014-12-08T14:06:00,OneEarth,"Hades watched the battle from his lair, laughing as he watched the rangers squabbling over a title. He couldn't help but laugh at how desperate Zeus, Poseidon and Ares must have been in order to choose these three as their Warriors, especially Ares. Unicorpse could take care of these three easily, and then it would be his turn to destroy this world.<br/><br/>The Lost Souls were coming in waves and in numbers greater than the three could take on alone. They would have to work together, and Zeus would have to take command, in order to defeat the Lost Souls. Unicorpse went on with his rampage, attacking innocent bystanders, sending blasts of energy into buildings. These Rangers were nothing more than mere pests to him."
7596,Power Rangers: Olympus (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322090&start=25,2014-12-08T16:52:00,Togeria,"""Let's get this over with!"" Tommy said, as he picked up his trident, using to block hits and return some of his own. He saw a lost soul charge Michael, he jumped in front and used his trident to clothes line the foe. He then slammed it down, as a earth quake, a appeared knocking down some of the souls."
7597,Power Rangers: Olympus (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322090&start=25,2014-12-08T20:16:00,Abrahammia,"Michael was now with the other rangers. As they fight, Michael is still cutting them up, but more keep coming. He tells the other rangers ""form a circle so they cannot get us from behind!"" Michael tried to use his axe to not allow the lost souls to get close enough to get him."
7598,Power Rangers: Olympus (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322090&start=25,2014-12-09T02:37:00,Altito Asmoro,"""Come on!"" Lee shouted as he pulled up the Sword of Zeus. Somehow, he doesn't really feels anything at this point on. But, he charging anyway to the Lost Souls, killing three of them before fighting the rest of the Lost Souls at his side."
7599,Power Rangers: Olympus (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322090&start=25,2014-12-11T06:35:00,Togeria,"Tommy followed suite, using his trident to impale any lost souls, slamming it to create earthquakes. The fighting was hard, but he felt faster, and stronger lifting the souls into the air. Soon they began to fall, their efforts to stop him an his allies in vain."
7600,Power Rangers: Olympus (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322090&start=25,2014-12-11T10:11:00,OneEarth,"""Fall back!"" Unicorpse ordered the Lost Souls. He looked at the three rangers and laughed, ""I am Unicorpse, and you will NOT defeat Master Hades!""<br/><br/>Unicorpse grabbed his horn, slowly pulling it out of his head, a sword attached to it. A new horn grew in it's place as Unicorpse pulled the entire sword out of his head. He sent a beam of white energy at the rangers before charging them, his sword ready for action. Unicorpse would be able to take all three rangers head on for at least a few minutes, even overpower them."
7601,Power Rangers: Olympus (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322090&start=25,2014-12-11T10:42:00,Abrahammia,"Michael sees Unicorpse charging and shouts ""Lee! Distract him by getting your face smashed in! It could tire him out. If it doesn't, Tommy, take over Alene's role! Well I don't see you guys coming up with any better ideas!"""
7602,Power Rangers: Olympus (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322090&start=25,2014-12-12T13:26:00,OneEarth,"Michael's sudden outburst caught the attention of Unicorpse, causing him to change his trajectory and sending him towards the Black Ranger. He sent a beam of energy at the ranger before slicing him with his sword.<br/><br/>""Rangers."" the Oracle said to them, ""Combine your weapons, and on Lee's command, will be able to use the powers of the Olympians to destroy Unicorpse."""
7603,Power Rangers: Olympus (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322090&start=25,2014-12-12T13:38:00,Abrahammia,"""Aw, you've gotta be kidding me! Why am I never put in the position of power? Maybe I don't want to give up my weapon."" Michael then saw how close he was getting, so Michael's next idea was to hand his axe to Lee. If this fails, Michael's contingency plan was to surrender. If Lee failed, Michael knew that he could not."
7604,Power Rangers: Olympus (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322090&start=25,2014-12-16T00:15:00,Togeria,"""Here"" he said giving lee his trident, he looked at Unicorpse, there was only so much space between them. ""Hurry, we don't have all night."""
7605,Pretty Okay Company (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322140,2014-12-01T07:19:00,Ayreonia,"<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322129"" rel=""nofollow"">Out-of Character Thread</a>|<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321281"" rel=""nofollow"">Worldbuilding Thread</a><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">WELCOME TO 4TH ARMORED!</span></span><br/> <span style=""font-style: italic"">A Beginner's Guide</span><br/> <div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://s5.postimg.org/kah5dho3b/Soldiers3.png""/></div><br/> <div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 140%; line-height: 116%;"">Welcome to the front, soldier!</span></div><br/><br/> <div style=""margin-left:75px; margin-right:75px; margin-bottom:5px; margin-top:5px"">Whether by the guidance of Fate's gentle hand, or by choosing of your own, you're here: the Fourth Armored Division of the Royal Antediluvian Army. In either case, congratulations are in order. You've probably read all the official documents that the postman tried to drown you in. Confusing, weren't they? That's why we, actual soldiers of the 4th, have lovingly prepared this small primer for you. We hope it will answer any and all questions you have. If not, don't be afraid to ask your new brothers in arms. We don't bite. Just steer clear of Major Edrich, he's a jackass.<br/><br/> Let's start by telling you that this introduction will be honest. We won't try to make ourselves look better than we are (you'd find out the truth for yourself anyway, then be angry at us for lying). We're grunts. That's our job. If you joined us for fame or glory, you'd better look elsewhere, and turn back now.<br/><br/> Just kidding! Once you sign up, there's no escape. If you're fond of having a head on your shoulders, that is. And if you want to die, be a sport and do so while catching a bullet for another Fourther, will you?<br/><br/> There, we said it. We're not 1st Para, nor Air Cavalry, nor UNMETA commandos. We're 4th Armored. The Fucking Fourth, they call us, and it's a name we carry with pride. The story behind it has nothing to do with fornication, sadly: legend has it that when our division was first formed as the Royal 4th Infantry, it was thrown into combat without proper training or supplies in an attempt to slow down a major Precambrian assault. When they against all odds not only succeeded, but actually beat the aggressors back, word was sent to HQ, where General Sensus belched out his now-famous line:<br/><br/> <span style=""margin-left: 35px;""><span style=""font-style: italic"">""The fucking Fourth!? Those people couldn't hold off my grandma's rotting corpse, may she rest in peace.""</span></span><br/><br/> Just so. We do have a reputation for doing shitjobs. If it's boring, dirty or just plain suicidal, our motto comes to life: <span style=""font-style: italic"">Bring Forth The Fourth!</span> And the Fourth bitches and moans, curses its superiors to nine hells and back, then gathers its crap and does it.<br/><br/> We do these things because that's who we are.<br/><br/> We might complain, but when the sky splits, when the Soil erupts in flames, and when mammoth shit hits the proverbial fan, it's the Fucking Fourth who stand and fight. We might whine about our officers, but we'd follow them to the end of the world and back. We do these things because we understand that glory isn't a title, or a rank, or a medal. Glory isn't prestige or perfect conduct or empty words. In the end, none of that matters. What matters is that one does their job and survives to reap the results. The optimal result would, of course, be victory for Antediluvia, but we'll make do with securing our country for the next generation or so. We're not that ambitious.<br/><br/> So without further ado... welcome to the front, soldier. Welcome home.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Lieutenant Vester Jacomo Rialto scoffed as he read the pamphlet he had confiscated from a Recruit. For an ""honest"" publication, it was actually surprisingly frank while managing to stay motivational. Writings about the Army were usually either or; he made a mental note to congratulate the assholes who had written it, if he ever caught them.<br/><br/>The leader of 1st Platoon checked his watch. Twenty past twelve. The chow truck from Supply Company should have been there thirty-five minutes ago. Not an unusual delay, but some of the troops under Vester's command were already growing restless. He had had to physically stop some fool from Cravis squad from opening one of his canned rations while delivering a lecture about nutrition discipline. Besides, he was hungry himself, which wasn't exactly doing wonders for his mood.<br/><br/>He thumped his feet idly on Werebear One Eleanor, Altaflor squad's IFV's top armor. He was perched on top of the turret, from where he had a pretty good view of the platoon and the village they occupied. First platoon. Werebear One. The unit had been deployed a couple days ago and everyone was a bit lost and shy. Small wonder. Some of the troops were on their first deployment, and only a few of them knew each other. Vester didn't, not yet. There had been a Rialto-Mensch and a Ricce on the personnel file, both probably related to him in one way or another, but he didn't even remember their first names. Then again, not everyone from Rialtum automatically knew each other, or felt some sort of instant camaraderie with each other... unlike people from Revaalsbandt or Altaflor.<br/><br/>He checked his watch. Twenty-one past. Why did time crawl when one was waiting for something?<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">I should learn their names,</span>Vester mused. Calling someone by their actual birth-given callsign built a lot more trust than just hailing them as ""Private"" or ""Sergeant."" All great Rialto leaders knew their subordinates by name, and by the Eight Hundred, Lieutenant Vester Rialto intended to be one... if it was possible with this mixed bunch.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">They should write a motivational text for Army officers,</span>he thought wryly, not really meaning it. Being a third child of another third child, he was ready to show his worth. A measly Knight Elect, his position as a city councilor wasn't one worthy of the name Rialto. He didn't think much of it. ""Glorified bureaucrat"" was how he usually introduced himself. For someone like him, military prowess was the only realistic way to improve one's social status, which was why he had volunteered to lead a frontline platoon. The risks were greater, but so were the potential benefits, should he survive the deployment.<br/><br/>The now-beautiful wail of a stressed engine woke Vester up from his musings.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Fucking finally.</span>Twenty-two past. He looked to the west to see a Zeep sloshing its way through the muddy road. Grabbing his rifle, the Lieutenant dropped down from the IFV and approached the truck.<br/><br/>""You're late,"" he greeted the driver.<br/><br/>Private Decai killed the engine and climbed down from the truck's cockpit. ""Apologies, sir,"" he mumbled through the foul-smelling cheaptastic cigarette he was smoking. Vester wrinkled his nose and tried to fan the smoke away with his hand. ""Roads have gone to hell because of the rains. I came as fast as I could.""<br/><br/>Decai was a fat, twenty-something man with the rather unflattering nickname ""Bitch Tits."" He was also a reliable driver, so if he said he had hurried, Vester knew it wasn't an excuse. ""How bad?""<br/><br/>""Real damn bad, sir. I hear they're using Crawlers to transport chow and ammo further down south now.""<br/><br/>""Huh. Do you have what I asked for?""<br/><br/>""Yup."" The driver ducked into the cockpint, then emerged with a plastic bag. Vester took it and smiled. It was full of new and old newspapers. The troops would surely be happy to know what was going on at the home front.<br/><br/>""Thanks, Private. Hey, are you going anywhere near HQ in the next hour or so?""<br/><br/>Bitch Tits shook his head. ""Negative, sir. I've got to get this load to Second and Third, and after that head back to Supply for refill.""<br/><br/>""Shame. Hey! You two!"" The Lieutenant had sighted two soldiers just kind of wandering around and hollered to them. ""Get some people to help Decai unload our chow from this truck, then get me the Staff Sergeant. Oh, and Private Dalca. I know he's slacking around somewhere."""
7606,Pretty Okay Company (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322140,2014-12-01T08:01:00,Cylarn,"It was just another deployment for Staff Sergeant Joseph Mulder, just one deployment out of 4-5 that he had been on in the past 12 years that he had served his nation. He had just turned 30 a month ago, but he looked to be older. He had more wrinkles than the average 30-year-old, and his body was adorned with various scars, with the majority of them being beneath his uniform. The general manager for the upscale tavern known as The Perch didn't have too many friends left in the world, as it was common for the government to needlessly waste the lives of its soldiers. Most of his buddies from Basic were either dead, or they had been injured to the extent that they could no longer be on the frontlines. A few others were NCOs - and there was one guy who was a First Sergeant - but Joe hardly ever saw them. His current assignment was with Werebear 1, and he wasn't surprised that he hardly knew anyone in the unit, being one of the senior guys in the entire unit. However, this was his platoon, and he was content with where he was.<br/><br/>Joe sat in the back of Eleanor, Altaflor Squad's APC. The ramp was down, and the Sergeant was smoking a cigarette as he looked out towards the Great Forest. He had removed his vest and rolled up the sleeves of his blouse, giving him comfort as he chilled out and savored his cigarette, but also revealing a large burn scar on his left forearm. He had been in the field for a few days now, though the squad hadn't really seen the brunt of combat, yet. The night before wasn't as boring as the current day, mainly because Joe had managed to score some coitus with a nurse back at a field hospital. Such an occurrence was rare in the field, and most soldiers only had their hands to please them. Although he was in a leadership role, he had broken many of the rules, save for the more serious ones like rape or treason. Rule-breaking was a part of military life - as much as the brass denied it - and Joe guessed that he would have to play the hypocrite and enforce the rules that he had so liberally broken in the past.<br/><br/>The sound of a Zeep could be heard approaching, and a smile shot up onto Joe's face. The soldier rose to his feet and exited the APC, grabbing the rifle that was propped up against the side of the vehicle and placing the sling of the weapon around his shoulder. The long coat tails unique to the Antediluvian uniform blouses had been removed from Joe's uniform; he knew from firsthand experience that the things were better at getting people killed than covering their legs, and Joe found them to be a bit ridiculous. He walked freely over towards the Zeep, seeing LT Rialto and a portly soldier conversing. The Private was fatter than fuck - at least in Joe's eyes - and had he still been a Drill Sergeant, he would have immediately rushed the Private and forced him to PT until he threw up his fat. He approached from Rialto's side, just as the LT asked for someone to find the Staff Sergeant. Joe didn't like to be called by his full rank; to the LT and his soldiers, he was either Sarge or Sergeant Mulder, and to those people that he considered to be friends, he was either Joe or Mulder. His hands grasp his belt at both sides of the belt buckle, and he gave a nod to the LT.<br/><br/>""Afternoon, LT,"" he said. ""Chow's here?"""
7607,Pretty Okay Company (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322140,2014-12-01T08:13:00,Altito Asmoro,"Lance Corporal.<br/><br/>Such a good promotion for Adam. Especially now that he is in the front, again. War with Precambria had been lasted for how long he can't remember (his job is to be a soldier in front, not to remember what time is it now, although that also need to be remembered, but not very often). The IFV IS the vehicle where he is stationed in right now. There have been times before when he was just a recruit, then private. Those jobs as rifleman keep him on duty, keep him well-experienced on rifles (and pistols, obviously) and well-reserved of the current situation and the command structure.<br/><br/>While his brother is more or less able to achieve a higher position, even at his age, he's stuck with Lance Corporal for the time being. At least, however, it's break now, and all he can does is mingle around. There are some new troops, mostly new men and officers, with few already-known officers here and there. And men. And women. Strangely, he's rarely saw women during his service in the front, but many during his return to the civilization (As in, larger civilization, not smaller ones).<br/><br/>He opened his canteen and drank the water in it. Ah, fresh and warm water went through his throat rather nicely. In any case, though, it needs to be refilled. And he's hungry. Time to look for the Supply Company's food then. Adam went to look for the place of food with his equipments all on his place, ready to be used if anything came up."
7608,Pretty Okay Company (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322140,2014-12-01T08:27:00,Toishima,"""Fuck!""<br/><br/>The foul cry resounded as the hatch to Werebear One-Eleanor's drivers' compartment was roughly shoved open just seconds after Vester leapt off. From the enclosed compartment rose a few small licks of foul-smelling white smoke, heralding the arrival of one infamous Lance Corporal Derrick Warren, eighth-year serviceman, notorious cannabis smoker and occasional dealer. He was not entirely an unfamiliar sight around here on the frontlines; if the officers did not already know him then the reports and complaints from preceding officers should provide quite a detailed biography of the man, unless all record somehow got scrubbed.<br/><br/>From the hatch emerged a head topped with a mop of messy blonde hair, broken up by oily black streaks and clumped together with sweat. Shaking his head vigorously, the man clambered out of the hatch with surprising speed and nimbleness, and leaned against the turret, tossing a still-glowing blunt some distance away where it fizzled out on the marshy ground. His face was similarly greasy and unwashed, his reddened blue eyes rolled up in his sockets as he gasped for air, all while weakly making a fanning motion with his right arm.<br/><br/>The Lance Corporal was a mess. He was shirtless, his uniform top tied around his waist by the sleeves, while the pant legs were hiked up to his knees. Derrick began coughing wildly as he repeatedly swept his unkempt hair off his face only to have it fall back in place once again, scattering drops of sweat on his body and onto the roof of One-Eleanor. Surprisingly, he was clean-shaven, though the rest of his attire and appearance left much to be desired. And he hadn't even been deployed for a week.<br/><br/>""Shit. Shiiiiiiiiiiiit,"" Derrick drawled slowly, waving his right arm in front of his face as though he was clearing some kind of imaginary smoke. After coughing a few more times, he broke out in an annoyingly cheerful, yellow grin- his teeth were not brushed either- and gave a thumbs-up to an imaginary audience before leaning back and shaking his head slowly. The food truck, the lieutenant, the sergeant... It was all just a blur to the man.<br/><br/>Simply put, Lance Corporal Derrick Warren was stoned.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Again.</span>"
7609,Pretty Okay Company (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322140,2014-12-01T09:24:00,New Zepuha,"Much grumbling could be heard from the inside of Werebear One Godfrey, the commander was once again beating his fists against the hatch of his IFV. The damnable thing had gotten stuck for the millionth time that month, and Staff Sergeant McGundry was pissed off, per the usual attitude. He heard a satisfying creak and his face contorted in whatever semblance of a smile his scarred, grizzly face could muster. The top hatch flew open with a bang slamming backwards hitting the top of the IFV with deadly force. And there, emerged the squat man squeezing his wide frame from the command hatch.<br/><br/>He was wearing his under shirt, coat rumpled making up a cushion on the rough command cupola. The cold air bristled through his cropped gray hair, and he rubbed his stubble ridden face. Leaning one arm on the edge of the hatch lip he jammed a stubby fat cigar into his mouth. Some would say the cigar resembled him, short, fat, and smelly. His reak emanated from the inside of the steaming cabin of One Godfrey.<br/><br/>""Twenty five damned years in this service!"" he muttered loudly to himself, ""Never had an IFV as moody as thisn'"" he said giving the side of Godfrey, affectionately named<span style=""font-style: italic"">Melinda</span>, a slap. He sniffed the air and grinned to himself letting out a long growl, ""Chow time!"" he said pulling his bulky frame up and out of the command hatch sliding off the edge of the IFV. He immediately shivered, his sweaty stocky frame was exposed to the cold. Nonetheless he growled out a large puff of cigar smoke and sloshed his way over to the awaiting Zeep. The 5'5 little man was built like an ox, and angrier than a hornet at all hours of the day. Gurt's face seemed to be in a permanent scowl, as if everything stank, it may be because of his own constant odor. The crew of One Godfrey had probably become accustomed to it by now, but no one else had. Gurt strolled up next to the other Staff Sergeant and nodded to him, ""Sergeant."" he simply said in his growling voice."
7610,Pretty Okay Company (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322140,2014-12-01T10:33:00,The Carlisle,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Corporal Maximilian Julian Von Oorburg; Squad leader of Boy; Goes by ""Maxie""</span></span><br/><br/>Maxie was walking around the place they called camp. Really it was a bunch of tents and parked vehicles, only chosen because it was the least wet. He wondered how the troops were taking the location. Really, they were hardier than to complain about some wet ground, but he always worried about these things, no matter how small. He was a den mother of sorts.<br/><br/>Maxie had just got done doing his noon rounds, checking up on his squad. Always on his mind was how his squad thought of him. He was their leader, and he wanted them to know how they felt about him. It was an important factor to have good squad-leader relations, as it made for a unit cohesion. So far, things are odd. He was always honest to his squad and made sure to tell them important things about him, including his orientation. People were weirded out at first, but it seemed to go under the rug, which he did not like as it meant he did not know what they thought on it. He hoped to bring it up again at the squad meeting.<br/><br/>But things were mostly stable, though there was one problem. Private zu Heltzer. It was quite the surprise to him when he first saw his name on the list. It is well known in the dynastic world that the Von Oorburgs and Zu Heltzers were rivals, and had at best a frosty relationship. At first, he didn't know what to do, but he finally decided to treat him like the rest of the squad. Though he could tell there was a disdain from him. He sighed at the thought. His blood was the reason, nothing else could explain it. He himself was so divergent from his house, yet the Von Oorburg name carries more weight than any words he says. He needed to work extra hard to prove to Alrick that he was unlike his name, unlike his father...<br/><br/>Alrick...Prove himself to him...<br/><br/>He started blushing pink. He realized and shook his head, tossing the thoughts out. No! You can't think of that! He's your subordinate! He rested his hand on his forehead and sighed, shaming himself.<br/><br/>He looked up in surprise when he heard the rumbling of the zeep driving up. He grinned and started towards where it stopped. The driver just got done briefing the lieutenant when he got there. He went to attention, snapping a salute before briefing him. ""Sir, Corporal Von Oorburg reporting. Boy squad is all accounted for and is ready for chow,"" he said to him."
7611,Pretty Okay Company (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322140,2014-12-01T10:44:00,Cylarn,"To put it simply, McGundry was a goddamn dinosaur. When Joe was a Levy with an ugly buzzcut and no hair on his balls way back when 12 years ago, McGundry and the other dinosaurs were smoking the everlasting shit out of him at Basic; long before the ink dried on the birth certificates of almost every soldier in Werebear 1. The guy had been in the Army for years and unlike the guys of his generation, he was still on the field. Joe couldn't quite ascertain whether or not McGundry was a Staff Sergeant by choice, when so many of his generation were now Sergeants-Major and such. On one hand, Joe felt it was possible that McGundry mouthed off at some point to a senior officer, which can kill any chance of a promotion if you're lucky. The bear of a man was meaner than a junkyard dog , and even Joe was a bit frightened by the guy; McGundry was blunt, honest, and harsh as hell. On the other hand, McGundry could have voluntarily chosen to stay out in the field; for some dinosaurs, they felt that they could only excel on the ground with the men, and deferred their promotions to First Sergeant. Whatever the case, McGundry was here to stay, unless he died of a heart attack.<br/><br/>""Sarge,"" he said, giving a nod to the scary, scary man.<br/><br/>It was around that moment that an odor seeped through the air. Joe smelled the odor, and gave a slight smile. Plenty of NCOs and soldiers smoked cannabis, much to the chagrin of the noble fucks that ran the military. Joe was right along with them, though he smoked in moderation and for medicinal purposes only. Like most men of his generation, he fought demons in his head, demons created as a result of experiencing extreme traumatic events while on the battlefield. He had taken lives up close and afar, he had been wounded before, he had seen close friends and loved ones die in combat, and he had been alone in enemy territory. No one walks away from events like those unchanged, and he often relived them every time he fell asleep. That plant kept him alive, fighting away the demons that seek to eat away at his sanity and drive him down into a dark pit of despair, and eventually to suicide.<br/><br/>His eyes shifted around, spotting the smoke seeping from the vehicle. He saw Lance Corporal Warren emerging from his IFV with smoke bellowing out from the IFV, as though they had fucked up the radiator. Joe knew full-well about Warren; every NCO did. He was the epitome of the ""Terminal Lance;"" he was lazy, undisciplined, and uncaring about the rules of regulations of the military. Even Joe - who had once been like Warren - disapproved of the kid's conduct. Also, he guessed that Warren and his mates were going to burn through the rations, as a result of the munchies. Secretly though, he found the kid to be quite comedic, as well as a good source for quality weed.<br/><br/>""WARREN!"" he yelled, his knife hand raising up and aiming directly at the stoned soldier. ""I swear to fuck, that if you burn through the damn rations and the fucking weed again, I will beat your ass!"""
7612,Pretty Okay Company (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322140,2014-12-01T11:13:00,Agritum,"Recruit Blossom wiped the sweat off her brow, as she finished planting an handful of daisy seeds in a nice little spot she had found a few days before. It was an old Altaflor tradition: the levy-men serving the Barony sowed daisy seeds wherever they went during their campaigns, as a way to testify their passage.<br/><br/>Now, caring for those seedlings in such a territory had been quite a pain in the rear for the recruit, but such was military life. Poppy was still pretty content to have left a trace of her floristry, especially such a cute, delightful presence. While she preferred other flowers, she never denied that daisies were still quite the beauty. Their white petals exhaled purity and innocence like no other flora.<br/><br/>Hearing the rumble of the Zeep engines, Poppy stood up, and paced towards, carrying a small case with some ready-grown daisies in it. ""Good morning, Sir."" she greeted the Lieutenant, before holding the vase before him, as an offering. Altaflorians thought it was a graceful way to greet someone."
7613,Pretty Okay Company (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322140,2014-12-01T11:24:00,Ayreonia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lieutenant Vester J. Rialto</span><br/><hr/><br/>The way Staff Sergeant Mulder addressed Vester made the Lieutenant's lips tighten. He was no stickler for etiquette, but hell, what kind of NCO addresses his commanding officer as ""LT"" if the two were barely acquainted? Sure, the platoon sergeant might have been a few years older and a lot more experienced as a soldier, but it just wasn't<span style=""font-style: italic"">polite.</span><br/><br/>""Looks like it, Es-es-gee-tee,"" he quipped, emphasizing the acronym in a passive-aggressive way, realizing all the time how childish it was.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Smooth going, Vester.</span>""Look, I have to be at HQ for orders at thirteen hundred, which means I'll leave in a moment. Oversee the meal and make sure everyone's ready for whatever the Captain wants us to do.""<br/><br/>The fossil of a man McGundry strolled up. For a moment, Vester considered shooing him a way while he was having a word with his number one henchman, but abandoned the thought. The other Staff Sergeant had seen enough and wouldn't blabber.<br/><br/>The same couldn't be said for the overly-motivated leader of Boy squad, who Vester saw approaching from the corner of his eye. He shot the man a look that said<span style=""font-style: italic"">wait</span>, then turned back to Mulder.<br/><br/>""It might be an order for preparing to advance,"" he went on. ""Wouldn't surprise me, knowing the Captain's consideration for giving enough time... at any rate. Make sure the platoon is ready to move when I return, which should be..."" a glance at the watch, ""fourteen thirty. Fifteen hundred, max. Werebear One will not be late because some schmuck forgot to refill his mags.""<br/><br/>Now that it was said, Vester turned to Boy leader. ""Yes, Corporal?""<br/><br/>""Sir,"" the man uttered with a salute, ""Corporal Von Oorburg reporting. Boy squad is all accounted for and is ready for chow.""<br/><br/>Vester simply nodded. ""Thank you, Corporal. Get your troops here and unload the truck.""<br/><br/>He would have continued, but Mulder's bellowing cut him short. ""What in the goddamn...?""<br/><br/>Warren. Of course. ""Who is his commander, Staff Sergeant?"" Vester asked Mulder with a sigh.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">And where the fuck is Dalca?</span>""Soldier!"" he addressed a random member of Boy squad. ""Drop what you're doing and get me Private Dalca. Tell him to meet me at Altaflor squad's location ASAP.""<br/><br/>The arrival of the Zeep had started to gather attention, among them a most unlikely sight: a young woman - a girl, really - carrying a flower-filled vase. His astonishment only grew when she offered the vase to<span style=""font-style: italic"">him</span>with a good-morning.<br/><br/>""Good morning... Recruit,"" he reciprocated, pausing to check the girl's insignia. ""What is this, a proposal?""<br/><br/>Wait, she must have been one of Duke's mortar monkeys. The one with the weird name from Altaflor. Must have been some local custom. ""Whether it is or not, thank you,"" he allowed, taking the vase.<span style=""font-style: italic"">What the hell am I going to do with this?</span>"
7614,Pretty Okay Company (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322140,2014-12-01T11:42:00,The Kingdom of Rhamos,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""> Sergeant Lou Heitzski</span><br/><br/>Maintenance, every armored crew member pretty much had the word tattooed on their brains from day one of training with their vehicles and it wasn't something easily forgotten.<br/><br/>Pre-op, Post-op, Annual, Weekly, Monthly, and even during operations if they got the chance, it literally almost never ended.<br/><br/>Even now as they occupied the little village Sgt Heitz busied himself doing his pre-operations checks and services inside the turret of Werebear One-Flower having hoped his gunner would be in here working with him but it seemed the little chuckle-fuck thought socializing was more important at the moment and made a note to have serious words of a physical fitness nature with him later behind the IFV.<br/><br/>He hoped his driver at least would be smart enough to comb over the outside of the vehicle checking track tension and wear on the drive socket, but god help the both of them if he was off screwing around as well and with that thought he finally peeked his head out of the hatch to search for his missing crew when he caught sight of his gunner making a beeline for the chow truck.<br/><br/>""Demon of Perkele!"" He muttered as he hoisted himself out through the hatch and off the IFV in what seemed like one smooth motion and landed with a splat up to his ankles in mud only adding to his irritation.<br/><br/>Making an over exaggerated -come here- motion Sgt Heitz called out in a almost sarcastic sing song fashion to his carefree gunner ""Oooooo Lance Corporal Straaaaangle, if your done doing your own thing could you come here for a moment?""<br/><br/>Obviously it wasn't a question and the none threatening nature of the way it was asked clearly indicated a severe threat of impending physical fitness training if the man didn't beat feet over to him time now."
7615,Pretty Okay Company (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322140,2014-12-01T11:53:00,Cylarn,"To tell the truth, Joe's opinion of Rialto was favorable, at least for right now. He knew that this wasn't Rialto's first deployment, and even though he was technically a noble, he was all right. He could tell that Rialto took some offense when called ""LT,"" but Joe didn't mean it in a mean way. In fact, plenty of soldiers called their PL ""LT,"" almost as much as they called them sir or ma'am. When he was given his order to oversee the meal and make sure that the squad was ready, he gave a short nod and looked his officer right in the eyes.<br/><br/>""You got it, sir,"" he said, before his eyes fell upon the young, overly-motivated Corporal, listening silently as Rialto addressed him.<br/><br/>Following Joe's address to Warren, he kept his eyes pinned on the soldier as Rialto asked who the man's commander was. It was time to remind Warren to get back into shape, lest he damages his IFV during the advance.<br/><br/>""WARREN, POST!"" he ordered as he motioned towards the ground in front of him with his knife-hand, keeping his eyes pinned. ""Sergeant Price, sir.""<br/><br/>EDIT: Suddenly, Joe's better judgement kicked in. Why yell at Warren now, when the entire platoon was starving?<br/><br/>""1ST PLATOON, FORM UP!"" he bellowed. ""GET IN YOUR SQUADS!"""
7616,Pretty Okay Company (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322140,2014-12-01T12:03:00,The Carlisle,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Maxie</span><br/><br/>Maxie snapped a salute ""Yes sir!"" he said. He fell out, and walked away a few yards so as not to shout in the Lieutenants ears. He took a deep breath, preparing for his call.<br/><br/>""BOY SQUAD! FALL IN!"" He shouted, his booming voice reaching every corner of the camp.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lillian Skarbeck</span><br/><br/>Lillian was maintaining the squad's arms, which she always did every morning, noon, and evening. Currently, she was polishing her baby, her LMG, which she named Josie. Just then, she heard the squad leader's booming voice. On his call, she set her LMG on top of a crate in the Squad supply tent. She then dashed out of the tent, to Corporal Von Oorburg. She got in, going straight to attention."
7617,Pretty Okay Company (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322140,2014-12-01T12:05:00,Agritum,"Poppy clasped her hands together, smiling. ""Like the florist carefully tends to his flowers, the officer takes care of the men and women in his unit. This is not a proposal, sir. We usually use vegetables for that, since flowers are quite ubiquitous in Altaflor. But I can understand your shock."" Poppy replied, even giving a light blush.<br/><br/>""That said, custom is that a dignified or important person is to be gifted with a vase of daisies, the symbol of Altaflor. However, that's a default choice for when the favourite flower of the receiving person is unknown. May I inquire about it, Sir, if it is permitted?"""
7618,Pretty Okay Company (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322140,2014-12-01T13:45:00,Gvozdevsk,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Private Stefanija Novotna</span><br/><br/>Stefanija's stint in the military could have been very uneventful, far from the front. When she was drafted, the military wanted to make her an army barber, because of her civilian occupation. But instead of spending her time shaving the heads of new recruits, she demanded that she was placed in a ""real"" army job. And so she was put through infantry training and assigned to Wearbear company.<br/><br/>This, of course, wasn't Stefanija's first trip to the front. The previous deployment wasn't the most eventful, but with the recent push into Precambrian territory, this deployment was shaping up to be much more eventful for her. Maybe she'd get to see more combat this time than taking pot shots at muzzle flashes in the trees. Not that she really wanted to see combat much more intense than that. As for the rest of Wearbear company, there were a lot of new faces Stefanija didn't recognize from her previous deployment. There were some people that seemed to be from her home region of Slatina, judging by their names, but nobody she really knew from civilian life. She assumed she'd probably make friends with the others from her region fairly quickly.<br/><br/>Currently, Stefanija was sitting in the back of Wearbear One Godfrey, the IFV attached to Cravis squad, drinking tea and reading over a field manual. There wasn't much else for her to do at the moment. She had already cleaned her rifle a couple hours ago, and the chow truck was late, again. If it didn't get here soon, she'd have to eat the food of questionable quality from the ration pack she had opened in order to get her tea bag, and eating food barely fit for human consumption was something she wanted to put off as long as possible.<br/><br/>Soon, she would hear the familiar rumbling of an engine. The chow truck, finally. Or at least, that's what she assumed it to be. It may not even be coming to the companies position for all she knew. But the engine started to get progressively louder, and sure enough it was something coming to their position. Stefanija grabbed her rifle and left the APC, slinging the rifle over her shoulder and still carrying her cup of tea. As she made her way over to wear the truck was parked, she passed Wearbear One Eleanor, the APC attached to Altaflor squad. There was smoke coming from the APC, but before her brain could think that it could be having mechanical problems, the awful smell hit her. The unmistakable smell of weed.<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Blyat</span>, that stinks."" Stefanija said as she made her way past the APC. She didn't personally have an issue with weed, she just didn't smoke it herself and absolutely hated the smell. She was more than glad to not be stuck with the weed smoking APC crew.<br/><br/>When she finally made it to the chow truck, the platoon was ordered to form up in their squads. Unfortunately, nobody from Stefanija's squad had yet to arrive so she currently had no idea where she was supposed to go."
7619,Pretty Okay Company (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322140,2014-12-01T14:27:00,Kriegers,"Benedikt was sitting on a footlocker in the north-eastern corner of the camp. He was finishing up cleaning his anti-tank rifle at the moment.<br/><br/>He was never exactly the kind of person that kept everything cleanly, but of course, this was what he had to do. An unclean weapon could jam, and that could cost him his life, as well as the lives of others that depended upon him. While losing a squad-mate was, of course, horrible, naturally, it didn't strike him so much as the possibility of his own death. He did, in fact, care about the other people in ""Boy"" squad, but he didn't really know any of them. He knew names, and not much else. This is due to the fact that he hadn't been incredibly social during his time with these people. That may change soon, as he might need friends in such a situation as war. However, he was also concerned about this. If he had friends, he would mourn if they were killed. Mourning would slow him down, as well as anyone else who did. This was how it must be... But it can't, he would be so lonely, no-one to talk to, no-one to share emotions with... But he can't risk it, he knew the consequences of emotional attachment-<br/><br/>Then he heard the squad leader.<br/><br/>Realizing he had ""zoned out"", he quickly snapped out of it. He got up and jogged toward where the voice came from.<br/><br/>Arriving, he stood at attention with the rest of the squad."
7620,Pretty Okay Company (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322140,2014-12-01T15:24:00,Mincaldenteans,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Private Alrick zu Heltzer</span><br/><br/>Alrick (or simply Rick at the Private’s insistence) looked up from where he was and sighed at the call of his squad. Right, the food was finally here and about time it was. He had pondered taking out his rations as the clock ticked past the appointed hour and his medication never said anything about skipping an appointed hour or what effects it would have, but decided against it lest he be yelled at or reprimanded or any other of the mindless things the military conjured up to bark at another person. He was still getting used to the minute details of how a military ran, or at least Alrick had kept telling himself that. One thing that he picked up easily was a schedule: instilled since a young teen, the discipline of taking his dose was second nature and the truck being late as it was had put Alrick on edge. Now that it was here, Alrick got up from his spot made his way to fall to attention with the rest of his team though he could hardly say he was looking forward to it. Typical of his past assignments (none at all glamourous on his file), Alrick had taken measures to distance himself without looking like a complete jack ass, compliments of being part of a noble family – diplomacy and ‘face’ were as important as heated negotiations and political maneuvering. And at this time, especially around von Oorburg, who just happened to also be his squad leader.<br/><br/>It was as if fate couldn’t be any crueler, or it could but it was too busy laughing at Alrick to throw something left field for more shits and giggles. First it was the medication, then it was being conscripted (something his peers and near-peers in the family seemed a little too ecstatic upon hearing of it; such were his current ties to zu Heltzer), and now being led by his family’s rivals. Of all the places in all the shit holes, an Oorburg just had to come in and rain some more upon his life away from the nobility and court politics. Admittedly, Alrick had been icy at times, quiet at most and gave due where it was required and civil whenever it counted – which so far was always, but by no means had the man gone out of the way to instill some measure of comradery. It had been tricky as dealing with an Oorburg wasn’t simple and Alrick had to laugh out loud for a second wondering just what his father would say.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">A von Oorburg led the team… and you didn’t? How disappointing,</span>a derisive and mocking laugh could be heard like an echo dancing across Alrick’s mind.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">It wasn’t as though I asked for this</span>, Alrick thought bitterly. Having been content to stick in his head in his studies and away from the family as far as possible; the next thing he knew his semester was over and he was being shipped out. They, his esteemed family, immediate and at-large, somehow made sure Alrick would never be a problem again by making him join the military.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">It was all pre-planned from the get go. They never wanted me around. Whatever, at least the feeling’s mutual,</span>he concluded. They stayed at their end; he stood at his… now it was dealing with one Oorburg and surely that was doable if he just tended to his duties and nothing more. Falling in line he stood by the rest of his squad at attention, though the itch to take his dose (like an hour ago) was really grinding his nerves."
7621,Pretty Okay Company (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322140,2014-12-01T15:31:00,Grenartia,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Zepuha <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322140&amp;p=22639785#p22639785"">wrote</a>:</cite>Much grumbling could be heard from the inside of Werebear One Godfrey, the commander was once again beating his fists against the hatch of his IFV. The damnable thing had gotten stuck for the millionth time that month, and Staff Sergeant McGundry was pissed off, per the usual attitude. He heard a satisfying creak and his face contorted in whatever semblance of a smile his scarred, grizzly face could muster. The top hatch flew open with a bang slamming backwards hitting the top of the IFV with deadly force. And there, emerged the squat man squeezing his wide frame from the command hatch.<br/><br/>He was wearing his under shirt, coat rumpled making up a cushion on the rough command cupola. The cold air bristled through his cropped gray hair, and he rubbed his stubble ridden face. Leaning one arm on the edge of the hatch lip he jammed a stubby fat cigar into his mouth. Some would say the cigar resembled him, short, fat, and smelly. His reak emanated from the inside of the steaming cabin of One Godfrey. <br/><br/>""Twenty five damned years in this service!"" he muttered loudly to himself, ""Never had an IFV as moody as thisn'"" he said giving the side of Godfrey, affectionately named <span style=""font-style: italic"">Melinda</span>, a slap. He sniffed the air and grinned to himself letting out a long growl, ""Chow time!"" he said pulling his bulky frame up and out of the command hatch sliding off the edge of the IFV. He immediately shivered, his sweaty stocky frame was exposed to the cold. Nonetheless he growled out a large puff of cigar smoke and sloshed his way over to the awaiting Zeep. The 5'5 little man was built like an ox, and angrier than a hornet at all hours of the day. Gurt's face seemed to be in a permanent scowl, as if everything stank, it may be because of his own constant odor. The crew of One Godfrey had probably become accustomed to it by now, but no one else had. Gurt strolled up next to the other Staff Sergeant and nodded to him, ""Sergeant."" he simply said in his growling voice.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Private Solana Vionde had been startled awake for the 7th time in at least half as many hours. There wasn't really much for her to do, so she mainly just slept on top of Cravis squad's attached IFV. Besides, she always heard from her dad that when you're in the military, you grab every damn wink you can get. She'd quickly learned from her squadmates not to sleep with any bodyparts near the turret, where the hatch was, because she'd quickly get a rather serious injury from Godfrey squad's commander's...frequent outbursts of anger from Melinda's reluctance to cooperate. Apparently, this is what lead to her being transferred to the Fucking Fourth in the first place, with Cravis's last support gunner having suffered such a fate.<br/><br/>Man, she really lucked out with this assignment. She got to fire a machine gun. Her father always used to say that ""Happiness is a belt-fed weapon"", and so far, he wasn't wrong. Back in civilian life, she was a mechanic, a gearhead, but she just couldn't be bothered to give a fuck about doing it in the military as well. The military probably saw shit that way, too, seeing as how they assigned her to infantry. Then again, they could've shipped her here figuring that she'd be able to fix the constant problems that kept popping up on this particular IFV. Whatever. Its not like she could do much of anything in the field anyways. She could tell just by hearing the SSgt's near-constant ranting about the problem that she'd need a part they didn't have spares of.<br/><br/>Suddenly, she heard the Sergeant mention something about chow time.<br/><br/>""Fucking finally!"" She said, climbing down from Melinda at the same time. ""I hope they brought some fucking Brannigan's this time."" Though she knew they most likely didn't. They almost never did.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Cylarn <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322140&amp;p=22640762#p22640762"">wrote</a>:</cite>""1ST PLATOON, FORM UP!"" he bellowed. ""GET IN YOUR SQUADS!""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>And with the Platoon Sergeant's orders, she obeyed and ran to formation, the other members of Cravis and Godfrey following behind her.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Gvozdevsk <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322140&amp;p=22641656#p22641656"">wrote</a>:</cite>When she finally made it to the chow truck, the platoon was ordered to form up in their squads. Unfortunately, nobody from Stefanija's squad had yet to arrive so she currently had no idea where she was supposed to go.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>When she got there, she was surprised to see one of Cravis's other members had already beaten her to the punch, not that it mattered. Though she certainly seemed to have no idea where she was supposed to be. Solana decided to grab the first arrival by her wrist and pull the soldier she'd not yet acquainted herself with next to her, where she belonged."
7622,Pretty Okay Company (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322140,2014-12-01T15:37:00,The GAmeTopians,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Kingdom of Rhamos <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322140&amp;p=22640703#p22640703"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""> Sergeant Lou Heitzski</span><br/><br/>Maintenance, every armored crew member pretty much had the word tattooed on their brains from day one of training with their vehicles and it wasn't something easily forgotten.<br/><br/>Pre-op, Post-op, Annual, Weekly, Monthly, and even during operations if they got the chance, it literally almost never ended.<br/><br/> Even now as they occupied the little village Sgt Heitz busied himself doing his pre-operations checks and services inside the turret of Werebear One-Flower having hoped his gunner would be in here working with him but it seemed the little chuckle-fuck thought socializing was more important at the moment and made a note to have serious words of a physical fitness nature with him later behind the IFV.<br/><br/>He hoped his driver at least would be smart enough to comb over the outside of the vehicle checking track tension and wear on the drive socket, but god help the both of them if he was off screwing around as well and with that thought he finally peeked his head out of the hatch to search for his missing crew when he caught sight of his gunner making a beeline for the chow truck.<br/><br/>""Demon of Perkele!"" He muttered as he hoisted himself out through the hatch and off the IFV in what seemed like one smooth motion and landed with a splat up to his ankles in mud only adding to his irritation. <br/><br/>Making an over exaggerated -come here- motion Sgt Heitz called out in a almost sarcastic sing song fashion to his carefree gunner ""Oooooo Lance Corporal Straaaaangle, if your done doing your own thing could you come here for a moment?""<br/><br/>Obviously it wasn't a question and the none threatening nature of the way it was asked clearly indicated a severe threat of impending physical fitness training if the man didn't beat feet over to him time now.</div></blockquote><br/>Private Sam Patrick popped out from under Werebear One-Flower, and saluted the Sergeant upside-down.<br/>""Hello, Sarge! Just checking the engine before we move out,"" Sam held a wrench in one hand and a mini oilcan in the other, and noticed the lieutenant with others around him.<br/>""Hallo Sir! Anything special today?"""
7623,Pretty Okay Company (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322140,2014-12-01T16:21:00,New Zepuha,"Hearing the yelling from the platoon sergeant, Gurt made his way towards the marshaling area to stand with the crew of Werebear Godfrey. His acrid cigar burning a slow moving cloud of smoke behind him as he fell in next to Cravis squad, he jammed his meaty hands into his pockets with a sigh. ""Cold, damn cold as always."" he took a moment to turn towards his bucket, ""Godfrey get your sorry butts out here!"""
7624,Pretty Okay Company (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322140,2014-12-01T18:29:00,Toishima,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">LC Derrick Warren</span><br/><br/>The yells of the SSgt somehow roused Derrick from his drug-induced stupor as he lay baking on the IFV roof. He half-raised a middle finger before rethinking his desire for death and quickly concealed it. Derrick shook his head, sucked in great mouthfuls of air and then literally rolled off the roof of the IFV, nimbly landing on his feet and throwing up a small amount of mud to cake his hairy legs. He then began shuffling slowly towards the rally point, slouching. On the way, he uncapped his canteen and dumped some cold water on his face. He then presented himself to his superiors, standing before them and straightening his back somewhat.<br/><br/>""Don't be afraid, sarge, I got my own sources- don't need your weak army grass. Food's finally here, sarge?"" He casually asked, giving a half-assed salute and glancing around for the crew of his IFV, ""the fuck's everyone?""<br/><hr/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Rec. Adelaide Orchidia Meadows</span><br/><br/>Elsewhere, at the supply dump, Adelaide had taken it upon herself to take stock of what medical supplies they had and what they needed. She was satisfied to see that most of the medical supplies she needed were there. Upon hearing the yelling of the SSgt and other officers, she straightened her back further and made her way towards their position as soon as possible.<br/><br/>The short, bespectacled young woman stood at ramrod attention with the rest of One-Altaflor, the squad name highly appropriate. She was indeed from Altaflor, though had lived in Oorburg for some years to study medicine at the university. And now here she was, a general practitioner turned combat medic, serving on the front lines for her nation. To save the lives at home she had to take lives. The irony."
7625,Pretty Okay Company (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322140,2014-12-01T18:34:00,Republic of Hasgriu,"Private Richard Stanislav Mikuláš Dvorak and Private Dayle Page hurriedly climbed out of IFV Godfrey, though whether it was due to the stench in the vehicle by the damn SSgt. or hearing him yell for them was up for debate. ""Yes sir!"", Pvt. Richard yelled. It was freezing cold outside, and Page nearly wanted to go back into the warmer IFV, is it didn't stink of flatulence and arrogance. ""Fatass,"" Pvt. Page muttered quietly.<br/><br/>The driver and gunner of Werebear One Godfrey stood at attention in front of their squad leader and saluted him before turning to the platoon sergeant and saluting him as well. ""We apologise for our lateness, sir!"", Pvt. Richard, enthusiastic and optimistic as ever, said."
7626,Pretty Okay Company (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322140,2014-12-01T18:45:00,Altito Asmoro,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Kingdom of Rhamos <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322140&amp;p=22640703#p22640703"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""> Sergeant Lou Heitzski</span><br/><br/>Maintenance, every armored crew member pretty much had the word tattooed on their brains from day one of training with their vehicles and it wasn't something easily forgotten.<br/><br/>Pre-op, Post-op, Annual, Weekly, Monthly, and even during operations if they got the chance, it literally almost never ended.<br/><br/> Even now as they occupied the little village Sgt Heitz busied himself doing his pre-operations checks and services inside the turret of Werebear One-Flower having hoped his gunner would be in here working with him but it seemed the little chuckle-fuck thought socializing was more important at the moment and made a note to have serious words of a physical fitness nature with him later behind the IFV.<br/><br/>He hoped his driver at least would be smart enough to comb over the outside of the vehicle checking track tension and wear on the drive socket, but god help the both of them if he was off screwing around as well and with that thought he finally peeked his head out of the hatch to search for his missing crew when he caught sight of his gunner making a beeline for the chow truck.<br/><br/>""Demon of Perkele!"" He muttered as he hoisted himself out through the hatch and off the IFV in what seemed like one smooth motion and landed with a splat up to his ankles in mud only adding to his irritation. <br/><br/>Making an over exaggerated -come here- motion Sgt Heitz called out in a almost sarcastic sing song fashion to his carefree gunner ""Oooooo Lance Corporal Straaaaangle, if your done doing your own thing could you come here for a moment?""<br/><br/>Obviously it wasn't a question and the none threatening nature of the way it was asked clearly indicated a severe threat of impending physical fitness training if the man didn't beat feet over to him time now.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><br/>Lance Corporal Adam Strangle</span><br/><br/>Looking back from the place he was standing on, he noticed...that Sgt Heitz is calling on him. Obviously has something to do with him lazying off of now. This is going to be bad.<br/><br/>""Ah fuck. Damn. Aye aye, Sgt. Coming right up."" said Lance Corporal as he running back to the IFV he is stationed into. Regarding maintenance, it is a must, but as he recalled, he already did the maintenance, after that he went to looked for the chow truck. Granted, it's more of a quick look and see if anything is broken, but it's maintenance. Still a maintenance. Regardless, he's needed, or else.<br/><br/>""Lance Corporal Adam Strangle, reporting for maintenance, Sir."" said Adam. He briefly saluted Sgt Heitz before returning his position to the somewhat ready and prepared position."
7627,Pretty Okay Company (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322140,2014-12-01T18:59:00,Nature-Spirits,"Wymond Dalca was a gearhead, utterly and completely. As he leaned over the engine of his Jeep, checking over every square inch of metal with his thin, yet unusually strong fingers and sharp brown eyes, he reached up to wipe the sweat off his brow, smearing some black grease on his forehead. He had only had the Jeep -- which was parked under a canvas canopy he'd erected specifically for the purpose -- for a few days, so he felt the need to ensure it was in good condition. Since his recent deployment with this unit he had spent every hour he could spare checking and rechecking every part of the engine for defects and fixing any he found, and had spent the entire morning since waking wiping down the Jeep so that it had not a speck of dirt nor a single fingerprint in sight. Quite simply, he was determined that his Jeep would be perfect.<br/><br/>In the distance, he heard the growl of an engine and stood, turning slightly away from the vehicle and cocking his ear to hear it better. He furrowed his brow.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Some kind of truck....</span>He turned his head back towards the Jeep, staring at the engine while bringing to mind each vehicle the engine could belong to. Every kind of engine had a distinct sound, and said sounds were slightly altered by what kind of vehicle they were attached to. Most people seemed unable to pick up on such fine distinctions, but to Wymond it was almost a language of its own; one that, given the right predisposition, could be understood as easily as Modern Nahumic, even at this distance.<br/><br/>So it was that this sound, as with the sounds of all engines, told a story. Wymond bit his lip and ran a blackened hand through his short, dark brown hair, mussing it and adding a few more grease stains to those already there. Then, abruptly, he broke into a grin.<span style=""font-style: italic"">A Zeep. It must be a Zeep.</span>Obviously it was a transport truck, and carrying a lot of supplies -- probably food -- so that fact combined with the particular rumble of the engine didn't make for too much of a leap to that conclusion.<br/><br/>It wasn't long before he began hearing the shouts of the officers as they called their squads, and he took a deep breath.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Guess I'd better join up with the rest of the platoon</span>, he thought to himself, shoving his hands in the back pockets of his army-issue camouflage pants and leaning back to survey the Jeep one last time before lowering the hood, using his once-white but now-grease-stained cloth to wipe off the front of the vehicle, and swinging himself into the driver's seat. The one spot besides the tires he didn't particularly mind there being dirt and mud was by the pedals, so as he released the emergency break, pushed the clutch in with his mud-splattered, booted left foot and turned the key in the ignition, he relished the sound the Jeep made as the engine sparked and came to life, grinning. He always found it exhilarating to be behind the steering wheel of a new (to him) vehicle.<br/><br/>Soon enough, he rolled up to where most of the platoon was already gathering, coming to a halt beside the Zeep -- secretly pleased that he had guessed the vehicle correctly -- and turned so that his left leg was dangling out the side of the car. Leaning his left arm -- toned muscles taut beneath his slightly-bronzed skin -- on the back of the seat and bringing his right hand up to his forehead in a lazy salute, Wymond called -- in a surprisingly high-pitched voice --, ""Private Dalca reporting for duty, Sir!"""
7628,Pretty Okay Company (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322140,2014-12-01T21:29:00,The Kingdom of Rhamos,"Pvt. Patrick popping out from underneath the IFV had finally managed to put smile albeit a slightly menacing one partly due to the attempt to remain serious on Sgt. Heitz's face.<br/><br/>""That's good shit right there Patrick you're squared the fuck away for a joe."" Despite intensity of the statement it was a genuine compliment as far as anyone in the military would be concerned. ""Take a break and hop up in the turret and pull guard while we have formation, Lance Corporal over here will bring you some chow before he even touches his own.""<br/><br/>By this time Strangle had made it over to him and as Heitz listened he couldn't help but start to contort his face into a questioning glare<br/><br/>""Aye, aye? This isn't the fucking navy Strangle!""<br/><br/>As the man reached up to perform the salute Heitz hand shot out and grabbed Strangle's mid motion.<br/><br/>""Do you fucking hate me Strangle?! Huh!? You trying to get me shot by a sniper or something!?""<br/><br/>Heitz's voice was steadily growing louder as he spoke slowly working it's way up to a yell as his hands formed the dreaded knife hand which he liberally shoved into the personal space around Strangle's face.<br/><br/>""If we didn't have to form up right now I'd smoke the bear piss out of you! NOW GET OUT OF MY FUCKING FACE AND FORM UP!""<br/><br/>Heitz had practically spit the last part in the mans face before finally backing off and storming over to the formation to fall in himself. He hadn't intended to embarrass Strangle in front of the gathering formation like he had and in truth he kind of regretted the action now as it also negatively reflected on him as a leader.<br/><br/>On top of this he was going to have share a cramped IFV turret with the man later and depending on how the man had learned to deal with the ass chewings he'd either have gotten over it by then or would still be exceptionally pissed and Heitz would be in for a long and awkward mission with the man.<br/><br/>At the very least he'd have to pull the Strangle aside later and have a private word with him about setting a positive role model for the younger joes."
7629,Pretty Okay Company (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322140,2014-12-01T23:26:00,Glorious ReBublic of Alevstan,"Miko Bjali was in a new platoon, and with that, new faces. He hadn't really talked much more than he absolutely needed to, but the platoon seemed to mostly be fresh from the home front. At least there were no levies. He'd heard stories of how levy platoons made surprisingly good cannon fodder. He wasn't acquaintances with any of the soldiers or officers, but he recognised a few of the senior officers. There were two, maybe three from his region of Slatina, but again, nobody he knew. That was probably for the best this close to the front lines, considering a few of his buddies never returned back to Slatina as winter set in each year. Maybe a dozen childhood friends, all dead because of what? Some ancient feud between nobles on either side of the border, their serfs' lives just numbers on a page?<br/><br/>Miko shook away those thoughts. He was inspecting one of the platoon's mortars, which he assumed would be the one he would be operating. There were not any particles or dirt in the tube, so that was good. Miko remembered the first time he operated one of these. One of the previous operators had died from a sniper shot, back when he was in the Seventh. He wasn't exactly a crack rifleman, having served for just one year and only a quarter of that on the front. Since being an operator isn't the toughest job, command transferred him over. After a less than a week of basic training on how to operate a mortar, he was on a team. One of the first shots he had fired nearly had his hand his by the shell flying out of the tube. He turned his focus back to the task at hand, and checked the outside. Everything on the mortar appeared to be secured, and all six of his M174 magazines were fully loaded.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Eh. I should probably go socialise with the other soldiers, I suppose...</span>. Miko picked up his assault rifle and started walking over to the centre of camp.<br/><br/>An olive drab vehicle was rolling into camp as soldiers and officers mingled about. It looked like some idiots were smoking in one of the IFVs while an officer was shouting at them and holding a knife. Well, there just<span style=""font-style: italic"">had</span>to be a weed smoker in the platoon. Hmm... Miko bet on three days until he was offered some. The vehicle coming in was a Zeep, hopefully carrying food and rations. Better than the shit they kept in their packs. The private started jogging in as Sergeant... Mulder, was it? yelled, ""FIRST PLATOON, FORM UP! GET IN YOUR SQUADS!"" He jogged into place near the Cravis troops and muttered ""Private Bjali here"" to no one in particular. Was that recruit who had shoved a vase of flowers into the lieutenant's hands the other mortar operator?<span style=""font-style: italic"">Eh, everyone has their quirks, I suppose.</span>He stood awaiting further orders as the rest of the troops assembled. Soon his other squad mates started running towards the rank of soldiers."
7630,Pretty Okay Company (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322140&start=25,2014-12-02T04:56:00,The United Remnants of America,"Corporal Lukas Baer opened his eyes and looked into the sun. Almost immediately after coming to from a short nap, Lukas groaned inwardly. Today was the day he was meant to train the newbie. Lukas stood up and picked up the rucksack he'd been using as a pillow/back rest and slung it over his shoulder. Next, Lukas bent down and picked up the M181 Slammer he'd been issued. The weathered metal of the weapon had notches in its stock, five of them in a row, the registered kills that Baer had bragging rights to. With both of these items, Baer strode off in search of his target.<br/><br/>Based on the rumble, it was a girl, and a little one at that. Baer didn't know how he'd been paired up with a damn levy, but that was the way it was. All he hoped was the girl, rumor said her name was Emily, was trained well enough to know not to point her Slammer at him and to point it at Precambrians. Lukas scratched the light stubble on his chin as he walked on, waving or nodding in greeting to those he knew. He was nearing his third year as an AT gunner in the platoon's Cravis Squad, so he'd seen almost everyone in the platoon and knew a few of them. His best friend is-<span style=""font-style: italic"">was</span>his previous AT partner, who'd forgotten that he didn't have infinite ammo and had found himself empty in the face of a Precambrian infantry carrier. Well, it happened, and Lukas moved on, now hassled with training a feckin' Levy to properly keep her shit in order.<br/><br/>Baer stopped walking and found himself in a different place then where he was. Lukas pushed the black wrap further back on his head and wiped the sweat off his brow before pulling it back down. Baer was from Blackrocke, and as most of his people enrolled in the military, he'd shown this pride by sloughing his helmet in the stead of a black headwrap(He'd had a bonnet his mother had given him, but it had been lost, so he'd made a headwrap from a piece of fabric). Lukas also wore a brown, thick, but coarse scarf around his neck and shoulders that covered his neck and even his chin when he looked anywhere but straight up. The parts of his face that were visible were always covered in dust, dirt, or grease. Of course the grime added onto his hometown's stereotype, but Lukas had actually avoided the mines by having a valuable skill: Being a mechanic. Yes, Lukas in his off time worked in Blackrocke as a mechanic, fixing vehicles and mining equipment as they broke down or needed maintenance. The grim while he was serving stood as a testament not only to this, but to his tendency to tinker, especially with Godfrey, the squad name for the IFV that Cravis was attached to. Whenever they weren't in combat, Lukas would take a climb under the armored vehicle and would check all its parts, usually leaving him dirty coming out.<br/><br/>Thus, the dusty, dirty AT gunning corporal who came from a dusty, dirty town waited for the new meat that was to stand in as a replacement for his lost friend. Lukas sighed deeply as that thought crossed his mind."
7631,Pretty Okay Company (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322140&start=25,2014-12-02T08:47:00,Reverend Norv,"""Take your boots off when you can.""<br/><br/>The recruit from Wearbear Two shook her head. ""But sir - doctor - ""<br/><br/>""Lance Corporal,"" Evardin Drael muttered helpfully.<br/><br/>""- Lance Corporal, I was told that there were snakes that would crawl in your boots."" The girl - what was she, Evardin wondered, eighteen? nineteen? - shook her head worriedly. ""And my corporal said that if there was an attack, I would need to be ready to go on a moment's notice.""<br/><br/>Evardin squatted on his heels in the mud, and sighed. He reached one hand down into the muck, and clawed out a clot of earth in his long, strong fingers. ""You see this?"" the medic asked.<br/><br/>The recruit nodded, and Evardin gave a weary smile. He ground up the dirt in his fingertips; rather than crumbling, it fell in thick drops of slime.<br/><br/>""This,"" Evardin said briefly, ""is pure misery. To keep it out, your boots also keep all moisture out. Which means they keep all moisture in. Which means that if you don't take your boots off, your feet will ferment in a continuous and ever-increasing marinade of your own sweat. With me so far, recruit?""<br/><br/>The girl's face was unconsciously screwed up in disgust. ""Uh, yeah,"" she agreed, ""Lance Corporal.""<br/><br/>""And if that happens,"" Evardin concluded, ""your blisters will be the least of your problems."" The thin doctor dug in his bag. ""Your squad medic really won't help you with those?""<br/><br/>""He says to tough it out,"" the recruit replied miserably.<br/><br/>Evardin pulled out a tube of disinfectant, a little bottle of rubbing alcohol, his bayonet, and a roll of adhesive gauze. A few moments later, the girl's blisters were neatly dressed. ""My supplies are limited,"" the medic told his patient. ""Can't you find anyone in your own platoon?""<br/><br/>""They said you were a real doctor. You know, like - in a hospital. A surgeon.""<br/><br/>Evardin chuckled softly. ""Anyone can lance a blister, kiddo,"" he replied quietly. He gently clapped the girl on her shoulder. ""You're good to go. Just remember: let those feet breathe every once in a while, all right?""<br/><br/>The recruit nodded, and scooped up her weapon. Evardin turned, and packed his medical supplies back into his modified assault pack. At the back of his mind, unbidden and unwanted, a voice whispered:<span style=""font-style: italic"">She'll be dead come the spring.</span>The doctor ran his hands wearily through his close-cropped sandy hair, and shook his head.<br/><br/>From a short distance away, a near-scream of a shout split the air. ""BOY SQUAD! FALL IN!""<br/><br/>""Oh, for the Companions' sake,"" muttered Evardin to himself. The common-born doctor, who for a decade had spent each winter scraping and struggling to put himself through surgical school and each summer fighting in the Yah-damned Forest, had little time and less respect for the heir to the Duchy of Verstract.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Why didn't they just put the boy in some staff job where he could get slathered with medals and promotions and be kept safely away from actual combat troops? Why in the name of all that's holy did they give this gung-ho aristo command of an infantry squad?</span>The medic slung his assault pack over one shoulder.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Best we can hope for is that we finally get rotated back out of the line before Prince Oorburg over there gets us all killed.</span><br/><br/>But with the ease of long practice, Evardin kept his thoughts to himself. The veteran medic stumped up alongside Alrick, Benedikt, and Lilian and fell into line, his rifle loosely slung and hands clasped behind his back in a passable imitation of a formal at-ease position. His face was carefully neutral as he watched Maximilian, and awaited the corporal's orders."
7632,Pretty Okay Company (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322140&start=25,2014-12-02T15:26:00,Ayreonia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lieutenant Vester J. Rialto</span><br/><hr/><br/>Vester was confused, even a bit flabbergasted at the young Recruit's conduct.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Is she giving me attitude, or...</span>He was careful not to show it, though, as he glanced down at the vase he was now holding, then back at the innocently smiling girl. Nope, she was completely sincere, which put the Lieutenant at an even harder position. With two years of military experience, he had become used to defuse any confusing situation by yelling at the cause of the confusion, but the Recruit had done nothing wrong and even thought her question was unusual, to say the least, she had remained respectful all the way through, without the usual bootish nervousness. Besides, Vester wasn't sure the first impression he wanted to make was that of a man who frightens young girls.<br/><br/>""Well, thank you, Recruit. For the flowers and the kind words,"" he even allowed. ""We can discuss flowers at a later date, though. This is not a good time.""<br/><br/>He was just about to say something, his mouth already open, when<span style=""font-style: italic"">another</span>soldier, a Private this time, found it prudent to interrupt him with an asinine ""Hallo Sir! Anything special today?""<br/><br/>With his mouth still halfway open, Vester turned slowly towards the arrival, raised his eyebrows and clasped his hands behind his back. ""Well, hallo, Private! I don't know, today's special could be<span style=""font-style: italic"">being silent and letting your commanding officer and platoon sergeant talk.</span>I mean, if that's okay with you. If it is, shut the hell up and follow the Staff Sergeant's lead."" He checked his watch for the umpteenth time that day, then looked around. ""Where the hell is Dalca?"" he wondered aloud.<br/><br/>As ordered, a flurry of splashing mud, engine sounds and exhaust fumes iced with a ""Private Dalca reporting for duty, Sir!"" appeared right next to the truck.<br/><br/>""Out-fucking-standing!"" Vester bellowed, his voice a mix of annoyance and relief. He turned back to Mulder for one last time with a ""Platoon is yours, Staff Sergeant,"" then hopped onto the passenger seat of Dalca's Jeep. ""Private, I hope your record of reckless driving is true, because I need to be at Company HQ<span style=""font-style: italic"">right now.</span>So floor it!"""
7633,Pretty Okay Company (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322140&start=25,2014-12-02T15:48:00,The GAmeTopians,"Sam saluted the Lieutenant and clambered out from under the tank. He climbed up on top of the turret, and kept guard while everyone formed up."
7634,Pretty Okay Company (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322140&start=25,2014-12-02T16:03:00,Nature-Spirits,"The lieutenant was in an irritable mood.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Shit.</span>Wymond hastily shifted his assault rifle from where it leant against the passenger's seat to lay on the floor by the emergency break as Rialto proceeded to the passenger side of the vehicle, and swung his leg back into the Jeep. ""Private, I hope your record of reckless driving is true, because I need to be at Company HQ right now,"" said the lieutenant. ""So floor it!""<br/><br/>Wymond couldn't help but break into a grin at those words. It had been too long since he'd been able to drive the way he loved, so as soon as the command was uttered the Jeep revved and began accelerating, splattering mud behind them. ""Yessir,"" he replied a few seconds later -- almost an afterthought, really -- as they turned to leave the camp, again spraying mud into the air. He shifted into second gear, then third, then fourth; his feet pressing and releasing the clutch and gas with playful precision, left hand on the steering wheel and right on the gear shift. It would take a few days before he was comfortable enough with the vehicle to go over that -- especially in the mud -- but for the moment he was going fairly quickly, the scenery and wind whipping past them in a blur. He glanced over to Rialto, hoping that his superior didn't feel too unsafe. ""This a good speed, sir?"""
7635,Pretty Okay Company (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322140&start=25,2014-12-02T17:44:00,Kisinger,"<div align=""Center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">John Tusta</span></span></span></div><br/><br/>John woke up to the sound of the Sergeants voice in the commanders seat which he set up quickly hitting his head atop the cupola of the IFV. ""Fuck!"" He shouted as he hit his head on the cupola. ""Damn Engineers don't know how to make Vehicles for guys my size."" He said as he opened the cupola and called for Alessia to wake up. ""Come on Alessia get your ass moving we don't have time to lay around with the damn sergeant barking orders."" As he climbed atop the IFV and jumped down from there running to form up as he buttoned up his jacket. He made it waiting for Alessia to arrive as he stood stock still at attention waiting for orders. looking around at his fellow platoon members thinking ""What a sorry bunch"" as he turned back to the Sergeant.<br/><br/><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Mia Jager</span></span></span></div><br/><br/>Mia Jager scrambled up from her temporary bad of helmet and grass. She hated sleeping in or on the IFV due to the coldness of the metal as she shivered putting on her boots and putting on her jacket and buttoning it up. Running to the Platoon formation she saw her squad mates, the very ones in her hands the ones who's lives where in her hands, she pushed that out of her head. She arrived and stood to the left of them showing her superiority of command to her fellow squad mates and shout ""Cravis reporting for duty sir!"""
7636,Pretty Okay Company (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322140&start=25,2014-12-02T18:15:00,Ayreonia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Private Alessia Ricce</span><br/><hr/><br/>John's yelling came faintly through the haze that separated the real world from the alternate reality of Alessia's snoozing. Slowly, she opened one eye, saw that the world was still shit, then sqeezed it shut. ""C'mon, John, just five more minutes... nay, I'll make do with three... damnit.""<br/><br/>The Crawler APC's driver compartment was cramped and hot, but the driver of Werebear One Honora had somehow managed to make herself comfortable: she had taken her boots off and rested them on the wheel in a sort-of vertical fetal position. This had made her back arch uncomfortably, so she had stripped her blouse and t-shirt and tucked them between the seat and the small of her back. If there was anything useful about having a small frame, it was that any place could be a bed, with a little imagination.<br/><br/>Grunting with exasperation, Alessia pushed the cabin's door open - only to remember that she was wearing nothing but socks, her camo pants, a bra and her helmet. While she would have no doubt made a hilarious scene, and she was always up for making people laugh, a small voice of reason tucked away in a long-forgotten segment of her brain blabbered that the platoon sergeant probably wouldn't find it funny... so she pulled out the now terribly wrinkled and sweat-stained shirt and blouse and began dressing.<br/><br/>""Join the Army, they said,"" she muttered to nobody in particular. ""See the world, they said. Sleep in a tin can, they didn't say. Make<span style=""font-style: italic"">eating,</span>one of the best things in life, feel like a chore, they didn't say."" She tried to smooth the wrinkles to no avail, then pulled on her boots and just kind of threw the laces around them. Private Ricce, ready for duty. With that, she crawled out of the driver's compartment and started walking towards the rest of the platoon, pulling out a pack of Crowne Slims and lighting one. She saw the LT hop in a Jeep and storm away, leaving the platoon to the mercy of Staff Sergeant Mulder.<br/><br/>""Here, John,"" she murmured quietly, prodding her fellow Crawler Brawler in the back."
7637,Pretty Okay Company (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322140&start=25,2014-12-02T18:17:00,Pan Asian Amercian Coalition,"Artyom sat in one of the many tents dotting the platoon's camp, quietly eating a strip of the salt jerky he brought from home. While there was much to be done outside his tent of solitude, he was more nervous with meeting his squadmates he felt he should be. Just as he finished his quick snack and was about to dig into his can of fruit, the platoon Sargent bellowed for everyone to gather up. Artyom sighed and put down his beloved fruit and slung his hunter's rifle over his shoulder as he got out of the tent, into the delightfully chilly air outside.<br/><br/>All this noise and commotion was going to take a long time to get used to. Rifle practice, engines bellowing, officers yelling, the various noise of a military camp. Artyom moved with the stride of person who grew up in the mud towards the center of the camp, observing his new brothers and sisters as he watch a valuable bird. He quickly joined the formation and tried to stay out of plain sight, which was admittedly difficult, as he was one of the tallest in the camp and had his massive rifle on his back, not to mention the scarf around his helmet.<br/><br/>He met up with most of Atlaflor squad in the center of the camp and joined them in standing attention, waiting for further orders from the lieutenant. Or Sargent?<span style=""font-style: italic"">Barararailanka, how do they tell the ranks apart? </span>he mused as he stood."
7638,Pretty Okay Company (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322140&start=25,2014-12-02T18:29:00,The Carlisle,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Amalia Smed</span><br/><br/>Amalia was tucked inside the mortar squad's supply tent . In her hand was a bottle of Perkele, which she was taking a small swig of. She sighed with relief. Nothing was better in this sweaty ass crack of an area than a drink of Perkele. Of course, she was not supposed to be drinking on duty, but she didn't give a fuck. She needed this stuff to function on a daily basis here. How else would she keep her sanity?<br/><br/>Of course, private Smed was supposed to be taking count of supplies. Well, she was, but this was a small break in between. Record keeping in this heat was hard for a girl like herself.<br/><br/>When the staff sergeant called, she perked up. ""Demon of Perkele!"" she exclaimed. She sighed, placing the bottle back in the crate she hid it in. She then marched out of the tent and towards the forming ranks. She got in her squads position at attention. Though not the first there, she was the first in her team there. She grinned at that. Looks like she was less lazy than the Sarge."
7639,Pretty Okay Company (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322140&start=25,2014-12-02T19:30:00,Cylarn,"Mulder kept his mouth shut as the platoon formed up before him. He could see everyone as they assembled, and his brown eyes diligently analyzed their actions as he sought to get a better picture of his men and women, allowing the Squad Leaders to demonstrate their ability to keep their squads in line. From what he saw, many of these soldiers - including some of the ""veterans"" - weren't really quite ""chimed in"" to the military lifestyle. If there was one thing that Mulder could compliment the Precambrians on, it was the fact that their standing army was much more disciplined and attuned to military life, unlike a conscript force. Several soldiers had saluted in the field, which was a big no-no unless you wanted to frag your leadership, and a few had even saluted Mulder, who wasn't supposed to be saluted. He ignored them, his eyes still scanning his troops. Not all of them were in uniform, and although Mulder was known to be relaxed with his uniform regs, he couldn't really stand it when soldiers formed up without their blouses on. At a point in which the leadership was still learning the names and faces of their troops, such negligence only hindered the bonding of the platoon. Some guys didn't even have their weapons, which was very inadvisable for frontline units.<br/><br/>It was time to assume command of the platoon in the PL's absence. Upon being given command, Mulder said ""yes sir,"" and turned back to face his platoon as Rialto departed, before moving into position at the center-front of the platoon, facing them. For a short moment, he watched on as they idled away in their formation, and as others joined the formation. It was a passable formation, though not the best that Mulder had seen. In an instant, he snapped himself to attention, with his eyes facing straight in front of him. Despite being deployed in an active combat zone, they still held formations. With a loud, dominating command voice that had been perfected in the 8 years that he had spent as an NCO, he gave his first order. ""Ten-hut"" was the phrase he hated the most, and he chose ""attention"" instead.<br/><br/>""PLATOON, ATTEN-TION!"" he bellowed, giving the squads a moment to move to the position of attention.<br/><br/>In most cases, he would have called them to ease. However, this was a ""fresh"" platoon - the majority of them had never really been deployed to such a serious combat zone - and he had seen a great number of fuck-ups during their formation. He snapped out of attention, and stood at ease, silently watching them with a scowl crafted onto his face. During his speech, he slowly paced, often throwing out a knife-hand at the platoon while putting stress on particular parts of the speech. He didn't hate any of them; he cared about his soldiers, but he wasn't about to let them become complacent, and that's how tirades factored in.<br/><br/>""I know for some of you, that this is your first deployment,"" he said, speaking at a lower volume, but still audible for the entire platoon and maintaining a stern, rather displeased tone. ""However, there are some things that are termed ""basic shit."" If you have no clue what that means, it's the little things that you learn at Basic that are characteristic to deployment. We do not salute on field, and WE SURE AS SHIT DO NOT SALUTE NCOs AT ANY POINT! If you salute me, Lieutenant Rialto, any NCO, or any officer while here in the field, I will assume that it is your intention to get them shot by a sniper, and I will knock your fucking teeth out and turn you over to the MPs for trying to frag a superior. I have lost close friends to careless shit like that, and I will not stand for it in my platoon. Squad Leaders, this isn't your first deployment, and it is up to you to square your soldiers away and to transform them into capable, seasoned warriors. If I see someone without their blouse in formation, they're out of uniform. If I see someone without their weapon near them, they're out of uniform and they are asking to get bushwhacked. Police your people, because it's not my job to MICROMANAGE! YOU'RE IN THE FUCKING FIELD! Act like it! Am I clear, 1st?""<br/><br/>He waited until the platoon bellowed a collective ""YES PLATOON SERGEANT!,"" after which he loosened up and centered himself, facing the middle of the platoon. His scowl dropped from his face, and he replaced it with a normal stern expression before snapping back to attention.<br/><br/>""PLATOON, STAND AT - EASE!"" he bellowed, before stepping into ease once more.<br/><br/>""Squad Leaders, you'll distribute chow from the crates to your squads, on my command. 1 meal per soldier, form an orderly line at each crate. We are moving out at 1430, and I want the platoon formed up back here at 1420 in full gear. There is no reason that your kit shouldn't be completely situated by then. If you're drunk or high by 1420, I will paperfuck you, because the last thing we need is to tarnish this unit's name because Werebear 1 decided to throw a fucking party and get trashed right before they got massacred by the shit-eating Precambrian fucktards! Eat a good meal, relax, and prep yourselves and your gear so that y'all can make it home and brag to the boys and girls about how you killed a bunch of bad guys.""<br/><br/>He then snapped to attention, looking straight forward.<br/><br/>""PLATOON, ATTEN-TION!"" he called out, giving the platoon a second to adjust. ""Squad Leaders, take charge of your squads and conduct chow. ALL HAIL THE KING!""<br/><br/>With that, Mulder turned over the squads to their leaders, and moved over to the crates that contained the platoon's rations. There was one crate per squad, and he slowly opened up each crate to reveal the dubiously delicious meals before stepping back and allowing his platoon to get their food first."
7640,Pretty Okay Company (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322140&start=25,2014-12-02T19:58:00,New Zepuha,"Staff Sergeant McGundry stood at attention and did as he was ordered throughout the whole thing, he had been in for twenty-five years already; nothing was really new to him per say. Though many of the faces around him were so unfamiliar, he'd lost too many friends throughout this damned war and they were getting replaced by greenies. His face flushed just the slightest bit at the fact that he had formed up with his blouse sitting in a crumpled mess on his command cupola. His bare shoulders shivered in the cold air, he shrugged it off and pulled his cigar out from his mouth, pinching it between his index finger and thumb. Once the platoon head had finished his rumbling on he turned to his crew, ""Right then, you heard the big boy up there we are to eat and relax.. relax yeah..."" he chuckled at that, ""So let's get on over there and I will fill you in on life in the fuckin' army.""<br/><br/>Once his crew had assembled by the crate they were designated, he cracked it open digging around in the rations. ""Of fuckin' course, not hot chow for us eh?"" he muttered tossing boxes to his crewmen before greedily cracking open his own. ""Don't worry none, when mail comes around mah dear wife sends us good treats.. mm fudge cakes and cheesy potatoes. But let's get a few ground rules set."" he sniffed throwing the burnt stub of his cigar into a puddle of water. ""First things first, in my bucket you can wear whatever dress you like. Just don't strip to your skivvies, shirts can go off whenever. Contrary to popular belief, it is actually beastly hot inside the damn bucket and you will sweat like a friggin' pig. I want you to perform combat ready without heat stroke, got it? Now nextly, always offer smokes around if you got 'em, we all need as much relief as we can get. But no one fuckin touches my smokes eh!?"" he grumbled something wiping his nose with a hairy arm, ""Last thing, keep your head in the fucking bucket, only I should be popping out during combat, I can't afford loosing any of you but you can afford my loss. Plus I need to get my hands on that big gun.. mmhmm... now my name of course is Staff Sergeant McGundry. Gurt or Sarge will work just fine. Been here 25 years, and you sorry sodders?"""
7641,Pretty Okay Company (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322140&start=25,2014-12-02T20:29:00,Republic of Hasgriu,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Private Richard</span></span><br/>Richard hastily stopped his salute midway, placed his arm at his side, and said confidently,""Private Richard Stanislav Mikuláš Dvorak, sir! I will be IFV Godfrey's driver, sir! I have been serving for one year, sir!""<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Private Dayle</span></span><br/>""My name's Dayle Page, I'll be the gunner of our IFV. Been serving in this hellhole for 2 years."", Dayle said, and then quietly added,""This war better end bloody soon.""<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Lance Corporal Vergil Lynton</span></span><br/>LC Lynton sat on his cot in one of the many tents in the camp, cleaning his Model 174/m, when he heard the Platoon Sergeant call for everyone to get into their squads. He grabbed his rifle and ammunition, and put on his tactical vest, and then rushed out to join Cravis squad. He narrowly remembered not to salute his squad leader when he arrived on the field, and simply stood at attention and said, ""LC Vergil Lynton reporting for duty as marksman."""
7642,Pretty Okay Company (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322140&start=25,2014-12-02T22:04:00,Toishima,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Recruit Adelaide Orchidia Meadows</span><br/><br/>Adelaide quietly collected her food, obtained permission to take her leave and retreated back to the medical tent, rifle slung on her back in addition to her pack with medical supplies. There was much work to be done in the short time she had before deployment, and eating was a luxury. More of a luxury was socialising with the others. As a combat medic, her job was to save the lives of soldiers wounded in the field, as many as possible. Emotional attachments could get in the way, especially since some would be changed forever by combat wounds, or were unable to be saved despite being alive at the time. Precious time would be wasted, and others' lives would be in danger. She would lose focus. Therefore, to save the greatest amount of people on the field, she would have to work extremely efficiently, and to do this she would have to avoid forming great emotional attachments to any of them, lest she have to patch one up under fire one day.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Cold, callous, calculating</span>... However she was seen by the other soldiers, she did not care, as long as she could save as many lives as possible from this dreadful, meaningless war. The 24-year-old was no stranger to isolation, self-imposed or otherwise. In her younger days she was that bookworm kid who sat at the side of the playground and at the back of the classroom. In the university in Oorburg she was ridiculed and shunned for her Altaflorian heritage. In Basic she was that<span style=""font-style: italic"">annoying recruit</span>who followed the rules to the letter and was likewise avoided. She always had the long-term goal in mind, though, and thus told herself that she did not mind this isolation.<br/><br/>Placing her food on the rickety collapsible table under the medical tent, Adelaide carefully leaned her<span style=""font-style: italic"">triple-cleaned</span>rifle against an unused gurney and sat down on a collapsible chair, and began meticulously filling in orders for medical supplies, current inventory lists and other such documents to benefit the platoon's small medical team in ways of logistics, occasionally and slowly eating some of the meat she had been given. It tasted like chicken, bizarrely.<br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lance Corporal Derrick Warren</span><br/><br/>As soon as Derrick obtained his food, the Staff Sergeant eyeing the still-shirtless soldier with suspicion and disappointment the whole time, he headed off to find some place to eat. He finally relented and untied his blouse from his waist, putting his arms through the sleeves, rolling the sleeves up and not buttoning it up. He plopped down onto the mud and leaned against a mossy rock, inspecting his food, some fish-based bullshit. The last time he ate this was last year. It tasted like wet cardboard in sauce then, and he had a small glimmer of hope that maybe, just maybe, the recipe was made better. Common sense told him otherwise. With great apprehension, Derrick used his spork to pluck out a piece of fish, taking a small bite.<br/><br/>It tasted like wet cardboard in sauce. Shaking his head and cursing the chef, the gods and all their mothers, he did as standard procedure told him to and dumped an abhorrent amount of sauce onto the ""fish"". Then he crushed it up into small pieces and began pouring the whole slimy concoction into his mouth to avoid tasting the fish. Surely a bizarre sight to the new soldiers, but this was how Derrick Warren got shit done- destructive, strange and blunt. He pulled out a lighter and an Army cigarette from his breast pocket and lit up while rising to his feet.<br/><br/>The literally dirty blonde man casually approached an unfamiliar soldier, probably some new recruit from the way they treated their food. Derrick handed out a cigarette, which had like the one clamped between his lips been re-rolled with some more potent ingredients, just enough to give a light buzz and too little to get stoned on. Just perfect for surreptitiously defying the SSgt.<br/><br/>""Yo, LC Derrick Warren. Driver of that machine over there,"" he extended his right hand and pointed his left thumb over his shoulder at the IFV, ""care for a smoke? Army shit is always bad, this is the new and improved model. Heh."""
7643,Pretty Okay Company (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322140&start=25,2014-12-02T22:09:00,The Carlisle,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Maxie</span><br/><br/>Maxie blushed with shame during the Platoon Sergeant's briefing. He completely forgot about no saluting on the field. How could he make such a novice mistake, a corporal? Well... it didn't help that this was his second time deployed up in the front lines, and in a mostly regular platoon. For most of his deployments, he was far form the front lines, guarding air bases and supply depots with a mostly noble company. There, rules were more lax, they spent more time relaxing than actually guarding, and never once was a c-ration served. Of course, that's sounds like a conscript's dream, but those were for the noble companies only. But it wasn't for Maxie. In fact, it was more of a nightmare. The company was mostly made up of the third and beyond noble's kids who wanted to fuck about but also have a military career under their belt. Nobody gave a fuck, not even the officers. The punishment that was there was light, as nobody wanted to punish a noble's kid, especially a noble of another house. Maxie felt like he was the only on there that actually gave a fuck and wanted to serve and earn his way. But three years of deployment in ""let's play soldier"" land rubbed off on him, and it showed today.<br/><br/>Of course, he was a lot better today than he was back them. His first deployment in a real place helped with that, and hopefully here he'll finally kick off those three years. And this was the first step. He took the mistake to heart and made sure to not make it again.<br/><br/>He listened to the rest of the Platoon Sergeant's briefing, his face returning to its normal color before he told him to take charge. He turned to face his squad. ""Alright Boy Squad, follow me for chow and a briefing,"" he said.<br/><br/>The squad moved over to the crate, Maxie taking charge over handing out food. As he handed out a ration to each of his squad members, he briefed them. ""We went over this before, but we're gonna go over it again. Just in case you forgot,"" he said, ""One, I want good camaraderie within this squad. I know it sounds corny, but it means life and death out here. And it's my job to make sure that happens. Two, if there are problems within or out of the squad, you come to me first. I'll deal with the problem. And three, take our duty seriously. Most of you may be conscripted, but that doesn't mean you can act unprofessionally. No goofing off on duty, no slacking off on tasks, no improper uniforms, and no breaking the guidelines. Failing those not only reflects badly on me and the squad, but also the platoon. Got It?""<br/><br/>He sounded strict, but it was necessary out here. And these weren't just for the squad, but for himself. But Maxie wasn't cruel. Oh no no no. He might give tough love, but he had a gentle heart.<br/><br/>""I know that's strict, and it has to be, but I'm not gonna work you like dogs. You'll have time for yourselves, but only during chow and after your tasks are complete."" He smirked a bit. ""And if you complete your tasks early, you find some more time,"" he said, ""Diligent work does not go unrewarded, not under my command. And if you have criticisms about me, make sure to tell me. I might have five years under me, but I'm still learning. Can't be perfect, but I'm trying to get close!""<br/><br/>The last ration was passed out as he stopped speaking. ""So, Chow Time! Dig In~!"" he said a bit flamboyantly.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lillian Skarbeck</span><br/><br/>Lillian nodded to the man. She gave him a smirk before opening her ration and eating. The man had a quirk, but she could work well under hi. They seemed to be of the same mindset regarding duty and diligence. Lillian has always striven to work diligently in everything she did. Whether back in Slatina harvesting grains or out here on the front lines."
7644,Pretty Okay Company (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322140&start=25,2014-12-03T07:39:00,Lolloh,"<blockquote><div><cite>The United Remnants of America <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322140&amp;p=22649028#p22649028"">wrote</a>:</cite>-snip-</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The jeep ride was bumpy, and the officer driving her to meet the AT gunner didn't say a word. Once he reached their destination, a small, dusty little down somewhere near the frontlines, he simply nodded, and she reluctantly got out, putting her new Army boots down, raising even more dust. She wished she'd taken the offer of showering, but it couldn't be helped now.<br/><br/>Emily hadn't always been small. She'd been the largest in her class until middle school, when puberty overtook her classmates and she was left in the dust, at a measly 4'11"", barely clocking in at 100 pounds. She'd never been a brilliant student, but, with the chaos at home, her grades had slumped, and, finally, as a Junior, she dropped out and, being a young, living human being, immediately put into the Army as Levy. She wasn't sure what the position meant, exactly, but she had a nervous feeling that the Army didn't really care that she lived or not, on account of how quickly they'd processed her through the recruiting station, a quick night at some main base, and then, finally, the jeep ride to this little dirt town to join her squad, something that started with ""C"".<br/><br/>Taking naturally cautious steps, Emily moved towards the town, the jeep buzzing off into the distance almost immediately. In under a minute, Emily spotted the haggard-looking man carrying some large rifle. Nervous, she edged herself out of the theoretical line of fire, then, walking closer, said, ""Uh... hi? Levy Emily Rastirrik, reporting for duty, sir."""
7645,Pretty Okay Company (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322140&start=25,2014-12-03T09:15:00,Reverend Norv,"Evardin Drael said nothing during his corporal's speech; the medic glanced up at the younger man every now and again, but his attention was mostly fixed on the delicate task of setting up the squad's little camp stove to heat the rations. The medic's long, strong fingers danced over the corroded valves and spindly legs of the stove, and he lit the device with a practiced, unconscious flourish: letting the flame of a match catch the escaping gas, and then snatching his hand away before he could be burned. A few moment's later, the squad's coffee rations were warming happily in a little aluminum bowl perched above the burner.<br/><br/>As Evardin finished his work, Maxie finished his speech. The medic mulled over the young noble's words for a few moments.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Kid's got a lot to learn.</span>Camaraderie couldn't be forced; it either happened, or it didn't. A good leader could inspire his troops to professional pride by his own example, but he couldn't just order them to develop those qualities. It was a bad sign that the corporal wanted to be some kind of dispute-mediator within the squad; that eroded unit discipline. And the noble's promise of reward for good behavior irked Evardin's dignity.<span style=""font-style: italic"">We are not dogs, to be trained by giving us a bone when we do what he likes.</span><br/><br/>Most of all, Evardin realized, not once in his whole speech had the new corporal mentioned combat. And if there was one thing that a decade of campaigning had taught Evardin, it was that combat was everything.<span style=""font-style: italic"">You fight. Friends die. Friends run away. The world changes and is never the same again. The job of a squad leader is to walk through hell with his men, and bring as many of them home alive as he can. That's what counts - not enforcing the uniform standard, or negotiating when soldiers argue with each other.</span><br/><br/>Evardin pulled out his bayonet, and pried off the lid of his ration tin.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Kid's priorities are all fecked up. Well, first heavy arty we catch, he'll figure things out real fast, Uriyah willing. Hopefully before he gets any of us killed making sure we're <span style=""font-weight: bold"">diligent</span> enough.</span><br/><br/>But aloud, Evardin just looked up, and gave a thin smile and a brief nod, and said: ""Copy that, Corporal."" The medic tore open a package of biscuits and began mopping up his cold chowder. About six years into his service, Evardin had discovered that he no longer tasted the rations. They just went down like gruel, or like water: flavorless and neutral. It reminded the medic of shock: a man who had lost a foot sometimes ran on the stump for several minutes, and only when he realized what had happened did the pain set in.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Our experience of the world is mediated by our brains. If my brain doesn't taste the food, then I don't taste it, and for my purposes it is flavorless</span>. Evardin chuckled quietly to himself.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Philosophy.</span><br/><br/>With a sigh, the medic sat back, and turned to the soldier next to him: the support gunner, Lillian.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Prince Oorburg is right about one thing, at least: it does no harm for us to get to know each other.</span>There were some, Evardin knew, who tried to avoid the pain of losing friends to combat by refusing to make friends in the first place. Evardin understood the appeal of that approach, but he found himself unable to accept it.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Make friends, and you might lose them, and you'll be alone again. Don't make friends, and you're guaranteed to be alone - and it's just a matter of time until you eat your own gun to put yourself out of your misery.</span><br/><br/>So Evardin offered Lillian his hand. ""Hi. Private Skarbeck, right? From Slatina?"" The two had bumped into each other before, but never really had a conversation. ""Call me Evardin."" The medic dug in his blouse pocket, and retrieved a few cigarettes. ""Smoke? As a doctor, I can't recommend it, but just because I don't have any use for them doesn't mean they should go to waste. Care for a Cowboy?"""
7646,Pretty Okay Company (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322140&start=25,2014-12-03T09:22:00,Grenartia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Cylarn <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322140&amp;p=22657481#p22657481"">wrote</a>:</cite><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Mulder kept his mouth shut as the platoon formed up before him. He could see everyone as they assembled, and his brown eyes diligently analyzed their actions as he sought to get a better picture of his men and women, allowing the Squad Leaders to demonstrate their ability to keep their squads in line. From what he saw, many of these soldiers - including some of the ""veterans"" - weren't really quite ""chimed in"" to the military lifestyle. If there was one thing that Mulder could compliment the Precambrians on, it was the fact that their standing army was much more disciplined and attuned to military life, unlike a conscript force. Several soldiers had saluted in the field, which was a big no-no unless you wanted to frag your leadership, and a few had even saluted Mulder, who wasn't supposed to be saluted. He ignored them, his eyes still scanning his troops. Not all of them were in uniform, and although Mulder was known to be relaxed with his uniform regs, he couldn't really stand it when soldiers formed up without their blouses on. At a point in which the leadership was still learning the names and faces of their troops, such negligence only hindered the bonding of the platoon. Some guys didn't even have their weapons, which was very inadvisable for frontline units.<br/><br/>It was time to assume command of the platoon in the PL's absence. Upon being given command, Mulder said ""yes sir,"" and turned back to face his platoon as Rialto departed, before moving into position at the center-front of the platoon, facing them. For a short moment, he watched on as they idled away in their formation, and as others joined the formation. It was a passable formation, though not the best that Mulder had seen. In an instant, he snapped himself to attention, with his eyes facing straight in front of him. Despite being deployed in an active combat zone, they still held formations. With a loud, dominating command voice that had been perfected in the 8 years that he had spent as an NCO, he gave his first order. ""Ten-hut"" was the phrase he hated the most, and he chose ""attention"" instead.<br/><br/>""PLATOON, ATTEN-TION!"" he bellowed, giving the squads a moment to move to the position of attention. <br/><br/>In most cases, he would have called them to ease. However, this was a ""fresh"" platoon - the majority of them had never really been deployed to such a serious combat zone - and he had seen a great number of fuck-ups during their formation. He snapped out of attention, and stood at ease, silently watching them with a scowl crafted onto his face. During his speech, he slowly paced, often throwing out a knife-hand at the platoon while putting stress on particular parts of the speech. He didn't hate any of them; he cared about his soldiers, but he wasn't about to let them become complacent, and that's how tirades factored in.<br/><br/>""I know for some of you, that this is your first deployment,"" he said, speaking at a lower volume, but still audible for the entire platoon and maintaining a stern, rather displeased tone. ""However, there are some things that are termed ""basic shit."" If you have no clue what that means, it's the little things that you learn at Basic that are characteristic to deployment. We do not salute on field, and WE SURE AS SHIT DO NOT SALUTE NCOs AT ANY POINT! If you salute me, Lieutenant Rialto, any NCO, or any officer while here in the field, I will assume that it is your intention to get them shot by a sniper, and I will knock your fucking teeth out and turn you over to the MPs for trying to frag a superior. I have lost close friends to careless shit like that, and I will not stand for it in my platoon. Squad Leaders, this isn't your first deployment, and it is up to you to square your soldiers away and to transform them into capable, seasoned warriors. If I see someone without their blouse, they're out of uniform. If I see someone without their weapon near them, they're out of uniform and they are asking to get bushwhacked. Police your people, because it's not my job to MICROMANAGE! YOU'RE IN THE FUCKING FIELD! Act like it! Am I clear, 1st?""<br/><br/>He waited until the platoon bellowed a collective ""YES PLATOON SERGEANT!,"" after which he loosened up and centered himself, facing the middle of the platoon. His scowl dropped from his face, and he replaced it with a normal stern expression before snapping back to attention.<br/><br/>""PLATOON, STAND AT - EASE!"" he bellowed, before stepping into ease once more.<br/><br/>""Squad Leaders, you'll distribute chow from the crates to your squads, on my command. 1 meal per soldier, form an orderly line at each crate. We are moving out at 1430, and I want the platoon formed up back here at 1420 in full gear. There is no reason that your kit shouldn't be completely situated by then. If you're drunk or high by 1420, I will paperfuck you, because the last thing we need is to tarnish this unit's name because Werebear 1 decided to throw a fucking party and get trashed right before they got massacred by the shit-eating Precambrian fucktards! Eat a good meal, relax, and prep yourselves and your gear so that y'all can make it home and brag to the boys and girls about how you killed a bunch of bad guys.""<br/><br/>He then snapped to attention, looking straight forward.<br/><br/>""PLATOON, ATTEN-TION!"" he called out, giving the platoon a second to adjust. ""Squad Leaders, take charge of your squads and conduct chow. ALL HAIL THE KING!""<br/><br/>With that, Mulder turned over the squads to their leaders, and moved over to the crates that contained the platoon's rations. There was one crate per squad, and he slowly opened up each crate to reveal the dubiously delicious meals before stepping back and allowing his platoon to get their food first.</div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/><br/>Solana's eyes widened during Mulder's speech, at the revelation that she had indeed, left her machinegun back at the IFV. ""Ah, fuck."" She said to herself while standing in line for her meal. ""At least I didn't salute anybody.""<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>New Zepuha <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322140&amp;p=22657748#p22657748"">wrote</a>:</cite><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Staff Sergeant McGundry stood at attention and did as he was ordered throughout the whole thing, he had been in for twenty-five years already; nothing was really new to him per say. Though many of the faces around him were so unfamiliar, he'd lost too many friends throughout this damned war and they were getting replaced by greenies. His face flushed just the slightest bit at the fact that he had formed up with his blouse sitting in a crumpled mess on his command cupola. His bare shoulders shivered in the cold air, he shrugged it off and pulled his cigar out from his mouth, pinching it between his index finger and thumb. Once the platoon head had finished his rumbling on he turned to his crew, ""Right then, you heard the big boy up there we are to eat and relax.. relax yeah..."" he chuckled at that, ""So let's get on over there and I will fill you in on life in the fuckin' army."" <br/><br/>Once his crew had assembled by the crate they were designated, he cracked it open digging around in the rations. ""Of fuckin' course, not hot chow for us eh?"" he muttered tossing boxes to his crewmen before greedily cracking open his own. ""Don't worry none, when mail comes around mah dear wife sends us good treats.. mm fudge cakes and cheesy potatoes. But let's get a few ground rules set."" he sniffed throwing the burnt stub of his cigar into a puddle of water. ""First things first, in my bucket you can wear whatever dress you like. Just don't strip to your skivvies, shirts can go off whenever. Contrary to popular belief, it is actually beastly hot inside the damn bucket and you will sweat like a friggin' pig. I want you to perform combat ready without heat stroke, got it? Now nextly, always offer smokes around if you got 'em, we all need as much relief as we can get. But no one fuckin touches my smokes eh!?"" he grumbled something wiping his nose with a hairy arm, ""Last thing, keep your head in the fucking bucket, only I should be popping out during combat, I can't afford loosing any of you but you can afford my loss. Plus I need to get my hands on that big gun.. mmhmm... now my name of course is Staff Sergeant McGundry. Gurt or Sarge will work just fine. Been here 25 years, and you sorry sodders?""</div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/><br/>""I'm Private Solana Vionde, but you can call me Solana or just Sola. Its my first year in the service."" The young private said, as she dug into her Chowda Soup. ""Also, I'd me more than happy to trade my cigarettes for some Brannigan's or meatcakes or kits'n'gres if yall ever get your hands on some."" She never really smoked (at least tobacco), so she just looked at the cigarettes they handed out with rations as a rather useful bartering item. In her short time in the army, she'd discovered that there were usually<span style=""font-style: italic"">lots</span>of things you could get in exchange for just a few cigarettes. She once scored a large steak dripping with an elegant mint sauce, from an officer at her last post, for only a pack. Dude must've been utterly desperate for a smoke."
7647,Pretty Okay Company (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322140&start=25,2014-12-03T09:26:00,The Carlisle,"Lillian looked to the squad medic when he spoke to him. She could read the man well, for he contrasted from the corporal. He's seen things and been to place, lived and lost, she could tell. Her mother always said she had a knack for reading people, though it was little more than comparing them to people and spotting the differences.<br/><br/>""Slatina? Well, didn't expect you to call it that. Usually outsiders just go by the official name. You worked with people from there?"" she said. She waved away the cigarette. ""I don't smoke. I need my lungs for the field."""
7648,Pretty Okay Company (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322140&start=25,2014-12-03T09:42:00,The United Remnants of America,"<blockquote><div><cite>Lolloh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322140&amp;p=22661256#p22661256"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Uh... hi? Levy Emily Rastirrik, reporting for duty, sir.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Lukas watched the vehicle pull up, and as the small girl hopped out of the jeep and started walking in his direction, he immediately began praying that she wasn't Cravis Squad's new AT gunner. She seemed to arc out of his way, giving Baer hope that she was on her way somewhere else. That was, until she closed in on him and stopped right in front of him. Lukas squinted at the tiny trooper. If he had to give her anything, she was cute, for a conscript.<br/><br/>Lukas groaned quietly and waited for her to finish speaking before replying, pushing the bandana back on his head as he spoke, a habit he'd formed almost as soon as the bandana itself became a habit, his mouth barely visible above his scarf. ""Listen here, rookie. Don't call me 'sir.' Do I look like an officer to you? I'm Corporal Lukas Baer. Just call me Lukas, please and thank you. Granted, I'm gonna thank you for not saluting me, since I probably would've been shot for that..."" Lukas gave a furtive glance around, wondering if a Precambrian sniper was watching him right now. It never hurt to be a little careful. ""Welcome to the front, Emily. You're the proud new anti-tank gunner for Cravis Squad, the best squad in Werebear Platoon. You've got big shoes to fill; Corporal Munz was my best friend and partner."" Lukas looked her over, ""Well, at least you've got the dusty dirt look down, though those shiny boots are a bit too clean for my liking."" Baer pushed his hands into his fatigue pocket and turned, still talking, ""Well, grab your sack and gun and follow me. I'll show you 'round, Ms. Rasta... Rasti... Rast... Rrr..."" He was happy he was already facing away, that way the rookie girl didn't see his blush of embarrassment over forgetting her name so quickly. Maybe if it wasn't so hard to pronounce...."
7649,Pretty Okay Company (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322140&start=25,2014-12-03T10:42:00,Mincaldenteans,"<span style=""font-style: italic"">Speech sounds just like something a noble honeyed tongue would spit out,</span>Alrick thought to himself, blowing away at the steam of his coffee before sipping at it. Too harsh, too sweet, not at all like actual coffee. He couldn't complain though, it was this or tea - and never you mind what they did to<span style=""font-style: italic"">that</span>. Forcing an inward shudder at the horrors of what tea was like out in the field, Alrick had taken his dosage without anyone noticing and resumed to sitting in silence and listening in. It wasn't a difficulty in the least being this silent, whereas moments ago he was on edge and maybe would have spoken out of turn; now that the medication was coming to, he could feel himself calmer and more in control. The irony in that wasn't amiss.<br/><br/>A few stray looks went to the Oorburg but he quickly averted them, hoping their squad leader hadn't noticed.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Right. Wouldn't want a von Oorburg to talk to you now would you? Father would be most displeased</span>, ran across Alrick's mind and he bit down a bitter smirk for it; that alone should have sparked Alrick to talk his blood rival, but as he thought about the possibility, he wasn't sure what exactly he would say, or how he'd even bridge that.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Hi, we're rival families, but don't worry, I'm a team player!<br/><br/>Uh hi, let's just keep away from each other, that's doable right?<br/><br/>Some luck we're in the same squad, eh sir?</span><br/><br/>By the fates, all those were atrocious. Alrick found it funny his family's picture of the Oorburg's were firmly instilled at the forefront of his concerns. He'd have to work on that image because thus far the man hadn't done anything to incite or needle at familial backgrounds.<br/><br/>Sipping the remnants of his coffee, Alrick decided it was best to just keep his mouth shut and listen in."
7650,Pretty Okay Company (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322140&start=25,2014-12-03T11:53:00,New Zepuha,"<blockquote><div><cite>Republic of Hasgriu <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322140&amp;p=22658094#p22658094"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Private Richard</span></span><br/>Richard hastily stopped his salute midway, placed his arm at his side, and said confidently,""Private Richard Stanislav Mikuláš Dvorak, sir! I will be IFV Godfrey's driver, sir! I have been serving for one year, sir!""<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Private Dayle</span></span><br/>""My name's Dayle Page, I'll be the gunner of our IFV. Been serving in this hellhole for 2 years."", Dayle said, and then quietly added,""This war better end bloody soon.""<br/>-snip-</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Cocked one eyebrow up at the eager young gits, they were too excited for this war. ""Excited young lads, calm your selves down, this war will soon enough drain the life from you."" he said, his own face a grim mask as he squished beef between nutrient paste and a biscuit to make some gross looking gray sandwich. His tongue had been so dulled by tobacco smoke, he'd lost any taste for the rations he crammed into his mouth. Why a hot meal wasn't served in camp was a mystery to him, and he crammed the fruitcake bar into his pocket for later. He'd probably get hungry on the road and desire something to eat, other than those damned 'energy bars'. He shuddered to think swallowing down the saw dust like brown bar. He'd finished crumbling his fiber block into a cold cup with the broth bouillon to make a salty, soupy drink that dragged down his throat. His face mashed up as he swallowed and looked around. ""So many of you have fresh.. young faces.."" he shook his head, most of the time filled with angry rants or babbling. Some said he was shellshocked, but others just thought he was constantly pissed off.<br/><br/>""Jesees they can't make fish taste any worse than this shit."" he said finishing off his cup of fiber, and spat on the soggy ground. ""Vionde? Yeah? Attached to my bucket I'm guessing? ... a first year, welcome to the shit storm, I've been here twenty five years. Names Staff Sergeant Gurt McGundry. Call me sarge or Gurt."" he pulled a cigarette out from their tiny little package and stuck it between his lips, lighting it with a monogrammed lighter of his and sucked on the hot smoke. ""Ah.. cheap craptastic cigarettes, gives you the nic' rush ya need though."" he sighed seeing he had no more to eat. One meal down, one of thousands he's consumed without thinking about it. ""Hope we hit a town with a supermarket.. or drug store."" he said thinking about all the valuable looting that could be done. It was known that McGundry hated alcohol but loved his tobacco like no one else. 'OId Tar Lung' was a nick name he'd gained from his now dead former crew."
7651,Pretty Okay Company (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322140&start=25,2014-12-03T14:47:00,Reverend Norv,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Carlisle <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322140&amp;p=22661793#p22661793"">wrote</a>:</cite>Lillian looked to the squad medic when he spoke to him. She could read the man well, for he contrasted from the corporal. He's seen things and been to place, lived and lost, she could tell. Her mother always said she had a knack for reading people, though it was little more than comparing them to people and spotting the differences. <br/><br/>""Slatina? Well, didn't expect you to call it that. Usually outsiders just go by the official name. You worked with people from there?"" she said. She waved away the cigarette. ""I don't smoke. I need my lungs for the field.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">She needs her lungs for the field.</span>At the back of his mind, Evardin saw the strange red froth, half liquid and half gas, that pumped out of the hole in a man's neck to bubble up around Evardin's fingers.The thick, red-streaked mucous that poured from nose and mouth after a gas attack. The look of uncomprehending pain as a woman attempted to draw breath, and the expression of dawning horror as she realized that her trachea was severed, and air would never reach her lungs again.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">She needs her lungs for the field.</span><br/><br/>""Good call,"" Evardin replied with a small smile. He tucked the cigarettes back into his shirt pocket. ""I expect I'll be able to trade these for something nice later on, anyhow. If I do, I'll let you know."" The medic ran a hand briefly over his face, trying to clear his mind. ""As for Slatina - ah, yes, I've known people from the area. Served with a few, a long time ago. And one of my colleagues at the hospital in Rialtum hailed from Slatina originally."" Evardin chuckled. ""All nice folk. A bit strange, maybe, but - in this world, who isn't? At any rate, I've never been to Slatina myself; always wanted to visit. What's it like?""<br/><br/>The medic wrapped his hands in a stained, knitted scarf and picked up the steaming bowl of coffee. He poured some of the beverage into Lillian's tin cup, and then refilled Alrick's. ""You know,"" Evardin remarked, ""I never had coffee until I was conscripted. True fact. It was expensive, I was saving money for school, and I had a grudge against stimulants. Thought they were a crutch for weak minds, that sort of thing."" Evardin chuckled. ""So when I had this stuff for the first time, I thought all coffee tasted like this, and I was pretty much confirmed in my earlier prejudice. Took me years to realize my mistake."" The medic shook his head. ""Makes you wonder what else you go through life not knowing, you know?""<br/><br/>""Like you, Rick."" Evardin nodded at the private. ""Not sure I've ever heard you put three words together. Where are you from, anyway?"""
7652,Pretty Okay Company (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322140&start=25,2014-12-03T15:09:00,The Kingdom of Rhamos,"""Hallo Sir""<br/><br/>""Hallo Sir""<br/><br/>""HALLO SIR?!""<br/><br/>Sgt. Heitz had to physically resist smacking his own head so hard he thought he might have put a hole straight through it. Just when he thought he had own squared away crew member the kid had to go and fuck himself over like that. At the very least he had the slight satisfaction of knowing that the Platoon Sergeant had no intention of fucking around when it came to these matters and as far as he was concerned had just given him full reign to take care of them as he saw fit.<br/><br/>As soon as formation was over he told Strangle to follow him over to the IFV where his private was still on guard in the turret, chow would have to wait just a little bit longer.<br/><br/>""Patrick get down here and form up next to Strangle I want to have a word with you two."" He had made sure his voice had just enough inflection so the private understood to hurry up while at the same time not appearing pissed off.<br/><br/>It was important that he led by example and motivated his men after the multiple ass chewings from both him and higher and he knew exactly what to do.<br/><br/>As soon as his crew was formed up in front of him Heitz snapped to the position of attention.<br/><br/>""Group atten-tion!""<br/><br/>""Half right-face!""<br/><br/>""Front leaning rest position-move!""<br/><br/>With his crew now in the push-up position Sgt. Heitz quickly snapped a crisp half right facing action himself before dropping down into the push up position as well. He was going to smoke himself with them, a bit of motivational exercise he himself had picked up from his drill sergeant, never have your men do anything you wouldn't do yourself.<br/><br/>And why make your men get dirty while you are still clean? It only served to piss them off more. So through this he was going to show that not only was he willing to get dirty and do the work with them but that he was also going to hold himself accountable for them at the same time.<br/><br/>""In Cadence!""<br/><br/>""Exercise!"""
7653,Pretty Okay Company (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322140&start=25,2014-12-03T16:43:00,Ayreonia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lieutenant Vester J. Rialto</span><br/><hr/><br/>Dalca<span style=""font-style: italic"">was</span>fast, but not as reckless as Vester had feared. He handled the Jeep skillfully, but with the care of someone not quite used to their vehicle. Well, he would soon enough.<span style=""font-style: italic"">I might just as well take him for my own driver,</span>the Lieutenant mused.<span style=""font-style: italic"">They probably have loads of those at HQ anyway.</span><br/><br/>""This is just fine, Private!"" Vester had to raise his voice to be heard over the rumble of the engine. ""So, have you been in the service for long, Dalca?"" he queried. Might as well strike conversation, the ride would take a while. ""I'm Rialto, by the way,"" he introduced himself, not quite daring to extend his hand for shaking. The crazy fool might let go of the wheel. ""Vester Jacomo Rialto. From Rialtum, in case you couldn't tell.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Private Alessia Ricce</span><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Yeah, yeah, let's get on with it,</span>was at the forefront of Alessia's mind while the Sarge scolded them for some breach in regulations or whatever. First there had been a big old hurry to go get chow, and now that they were there, the platoon had to listen to some damn lecture about she-didn't-give-a-fuck.<br/><br/>When it was finally over, she sauntered over to the crate labelled ""Duke & Honora"" and took her share of the food. It was all right, she thought. Hell, she had had worse in civilian life, more than once. Her thoughts flew back to her studio apartment in Rialtum, where she had mostly eaten grub she had found at a discount, most of it barely edible anymore.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Guess the military has something to go for itself,</span>she philosophized while shoving crow into her face-hole. Once she was done, she decided to chill out a bit and get to know the poor fuckers she was assigned to. Her Crawler was ready to move out at a moment's notice, after all. It always was.<br/><br/>""Sooo..."" she began, ""you guys are Duke squad, right? Mortar monkeys? Or did I and my man John pick the wrong crate?"""
7654,Pretty Okay Company (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322140&start=25,2014-12-03T17:39:00,Mincaldenteans,"<blockquote><div><cite>Reverend Norv <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322140&amp;p=22664404#p22664404"">wrote</a>:</cite>Took me years to realize my mistake."" The medic shook his head. ""Makes you wonder what else you go through life not knowing, you know?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Alrick made a soft<span style=""font-style: italic"">hmm</span>sound to listening to Evardin, going as far as nodding his thanks silently when his cup was refilled. He heard the man and sipped on the too-strong brew gingerly, not reveling in it for its taste but more for its warmth. There was coffee, and then there was coffee and Alrick couldn't help but feel a pang of nostalgia and yearn to being back to at school buried in his books. There was a world out there past this war they were in and he was perfectly happy minding his own business and reading his books, even if they were mandatory material.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Reverend Norv <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322140&amp;p=22664404#p22664404"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Like you, Rick."" Evardin nodded at the private. ""Not sure I've ever heard you put three words together. Where are you from, anyway?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The zu Heltzer perked his eyebrows and looked up, a little frozen on what to say as he hadn't expect anyone to address him. Though in hindsight, he probably should have tried a bit more socializing than avoidance - and here of all places where his disappearance wouldn't go unnoticed. He contemplated what to say, going as far as glancing at von Oorburg quickly but looked back at Evardin with a polite smile.<br/><br/>""Linvale.""<br/><br/>That would suffice, hopefully. Everyone knew where Linvale was and which family ran the city, the forest, and the Duchy that was named after it. His squad knew his last name and whether they cared or not (particularly their squad leader) hadn't come to light... yet.<br/><br/>""I'm from Linvale,"" he said murmured again, sipping on his coffee after and relaxing the cup closer to him after. ""And yourself?"""
7655,Pretty Okay Company (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322140&start=50,2014-12-03T18:04:00,The Carlisle,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lillian Skarbeck</span><br/><br/>""Thank you,"" she said as Evardin poured her a cup of coffee. She took a sip, let it cool, and then quickly swallowed it. The coffee they gave was absolute shit. It made her miss home, where they grew and their own coffee. She wondered if her mother would send her a package of some of the harvest. She hoped. Her tongue might shrivel up if she had to drink this for the entire deployment.<br/><br/>""That sort of question get ya thinking about your lot in life,"" she said,"" The decisions you make, if you changed one or two. Where would you be, what would you know? I sometimes think about that with university. What would I have been if I went? Definitely not a farm hand. But makes you wonder about stuff you know now that you wouldn't if you took a different path on the road."" She looked at her coffee cup as she spoke, looking at the waves created by the slightest motion. She took another sip and groaned after swallowing.<br/><br/>""One thing I would not know if I went to university is the shitty taste of this coffee,"" she said, ""My ma and pa grow good coffee, so I was never without. Guess its nice to know how good our coffee really is. That's one thing good about Slatina, its that there is no shortage of good coffee. I'll let you try some when my ma sends me part of the spring harvest.""<br/><br/>Lillian glanced over at Alrick when he spoke. Even though it was the obvious, it was quite the surprise to hear him speak at all."
7656,Pretty Okay Company (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322140&start=50,2014-12-03T18:05:00,The GAmeTopians,"Sam jumped down from the turret nimbly, standing at attention, but quickly remembered not to salute. He watched his superior, and followed, beginning to do pushups.<br/>""May- down- I- up- ask- down- why- up- this- down- is- up- necessary- down- sir?"""
7657,Pretty Okay Company (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322140&start=50,2014-12-03T18:19:00,The Carlisle,"<blockquote><div><cite>Ayreonia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322140&amp;p=22665766#p22665766"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Private Alessia Ricce</span><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Yeah, yeah, let's get on with it,</span> was at the forefront of Alessia's mind while the Sarge scolded them for some breach in regulations or whatever. First there had been a big old hurry to go get chow, and now that they were there, the platoon had to listen to some damn lecture about she-didn't-give-a-fuck.<br/><br/>When it was finally over, she sauntered over to the crate labelled ""Duke &amp; Honora"" and took her share of the food. It was all right, she thought. Hell, she had had worse in civilian life, more than once. Her thoughts flew back to her studio apartment in Rialtum, where she had mostly eaten grub she had found at a discount, most of it barely edible anymore. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Guess the military has something to go for itself,</span> she philosophized while shoving crow into her face-hole. Once she was done, she decided to chill out a bit and get to know the poor fuckers she was assigned to. Her Crawler was ready to move out at a moment's notice, after all. It always was.<br/><br/>""Sooo..."" she began, ""you guys are Duke squad, right? Mortar monkeys? Or did I and my man John pick the wrong crate?""</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Amalia Smed</span><br/><br/>Amalia was sneakily pouring Perkele from her flask into her tin full of coffee. She turned her head to look at the girl that spoke to them. She quickly shut the flask and hid it within her coat. She then turned to the girl. ""Yep, we're Duke squad. I'm Private Smed. Just call me Amalia. You? "" she said. She took a sip of her coffee, sighing with ease afterwords."
7658,Pretty Okay Company (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322140&start=50,2014-12-03T18:31:00,Pan Asian Amercian Coalition,"<blockquote><div><cite>Toishima <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322140&amp;p=22658784#p22658784"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Recruit Adelaide Orchidia Meadows</span><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Adelaide quietly collected her food, obtained permission to take her leave and retreated back to the medical tent, rifle slung on her back in addition to her pack with medical supplies. There was much work to be done in the short time she had before deployment, and eating was a luxury. More of a luxury was socialising with the others. As a combat medic, her job was to save the lives of soldiers wounded in the field, as many as possible. Emotional attachments could get in the way, especially since some would be changed forever by combat wounds, or were unable to be saved despite being alive at the time. Precious time would be wasted, and others' lives would be in danger. She would lose focus. Therefore, to save the greatest amount of people on the field, she would have to work extremely efficiently, and to do this she would have to avoid forming great emotional attachments to any of them, lest she have to patch one up under fire one day.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Cold, callous, calculating</span>... However she was seen by the other soldiers, she did not care, as long as she could save as many lives as possible from this dreadful, meaningless war. The 24-year-old was no stranger to isolation, self-imposed or otherwise. In her younger days she was that bookworm kid who sat at the side of the playground and at the back of the classroom. In the university in Oorburg she was ridiculed and shunned for her Altaflorian heritage. In Basic she was that <span style=""font-style: italic"">annoying recruit</span> who followed the rules to the letter and was likewise avoided. She always had the long-term goal in mind, though, and thus told herself that she did not mind this isolation.<br/><br/>Placing her food on the rickety collapsible table under the medical tent, Adelaide carefully leaned her <span style=""font-style: italic"">triple-cleaned</span> rifle against an unused gurney and sat down on a collapsible chair, and began meticulously filling in orders for medical supplies, current inventory lists and other such documents to benefit the platoon's small medical team in ways of logistics, occasionally and slowly eating some of the meat she had been given. It tasted like chicken, bizarrely.</div></div></div><br/></div></blockquote><br/>Artyom listened closely to the man in command during formation. It was informative, brief and not enraged, much unlike his drill Sargent from training. The saluting was going to be hard to break habit, but as a marksman himself, he made a mental note to watch enemy troops for it. The first screw up can always be the last ...<br/><br/>Regardless, he got in the surprising short line for Atlaflor squad. He received his rations of dubious constitution and followed whom he believed to be the squad medic so he wouldn't have to eat alone. He wasn't that hungry, and didn't smoke, so this was more of going to be a snack than a meal, and making friends is always a good thing. He hadn't talked to anyway outside the family before, so this could be a learning opportunity. Or a opportunity for a amazing failure. He was going to give it a shot either way.<br/><br/>She went into the medical tent. Artyom paused for a moment, not sure whether or not if he should go in. The medic seemed like the quiet, book type.<span style=""font-style: italic"">I am quiet too. Maybe we'll get along. Maybe she'll be like my older sister!</span>He poked his head in through with, and with a vague hint of optimism in his voice he softly asked<br/><br/>""Mind if I eat here too?"""
7659,Pretty Okay Company (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322140&start=50,2014-12-03T20:36:00,Altito Asmoro,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Kingdom of Rhamos <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322140&amp;p=22647523#p22647523"">wrote</a>:</cite>Pvt. Patrick popping out from underneath the IFV had finally managed to put smile albeit a slightly menacing one partly due to the attempt to remain serious on Sgt. Heitz's face. <br/><br/>""That's good shit right there Patrick you're squared the fuck away for a joe."" Despite intensity of the statement it was a genuine compliment as far as anyone in the military would be concerned. ""Take a break and hop up in the turret and pull guard while we have formation, Lance Corporal over here will bring you some chow before he even touches his own.""<br/><br/>By this time Strangle had made it over to him and as Heitz listened he couldn't help but start to contort his face into a questioning glare <br/><br/>""Aye, aye? This isn't the fucking navy Strangle!"" <br/><br/>As the man reached up to perform the salute Heitz hand shot out and grabbed Strangle's mid motion.<br/><br/>""Do you fucking hate me Strangle?! Huh!? You trying to get me shot by a sniper or something!?""<br/><br/>Heitz's voice was steadily growing louder as he spoke slowly working it's way up to a yell as his hands formed the dreaded knife hand which he liberally shoved into the personal space around Strangle's face.<br/><br/>""If we didn't have to form up right now I'd smoke the bear piss out of you! NOW GET OUT OF MY FUCKING FACE AND FORM UP!""<br/><br/>Heitz had practically spit the last part in the mans face before finally backing off and storming over to the formation to fall in himself. He hadn't intended to embarrass Strangle in front of the gathering formation like he had and in truth he kind of regretted the action now as it also negatively reflected on him as a leader. <br/><br/>On top of this he was going to have share a cramped IFV turret with the man later and depending on how the man had learned to deal with the ass chewings he'd either have gotten over it by then or would still be exceptionally pissed and Heitz would be in for a long and awkward mission with the man. <br/> <br/>At the very least he'd have to pull the Strangle aside later and have a private word with him about setting a positive role model for the younger joes.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><br/>Lance Corporal Adam Strangle</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Note to self: His sergeant is a bit off and needs respect, perhaps a rather obsessed-respect hunger.</span><br/><br/>Strangle immediately got shouted-again-by Sgt Heitz. As he recalled, although he has been in several years of tours, it is the first time with Sgt Heitz. He knows nothing of his personality, let alone his military record in the service of Antideluvian. Then again, it's probably his fault for saluting. How could he forgot about the problem of saluting in the middle of battlefield?<br/><br/>With him as his commander in IFV, it will be a hell lot of problem if he's continue to look down on him. But he's here not to look for enemies, but to fight for glory and honor of the Antideluvian, so he regards the problem as nothing compared to what we're facing now.<br/><br/>But he's spitting on him. Therefore, he looked down to him. Adam is in no way will regards this as disciplinary action, now it's probably just an abuse of power.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>The Kingdom of Rhamos <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322140&amp;p=22664650#p22664650"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Hallo Sir""<br/><br/>""Hallo Sir""<br/><br/>""HALLO SIR?!""<br/><br/>Sgt. Heitz had to physically resist smacking his own head so hard he thought he might have put a hole straight through it. Just when he thought he had own squared away crew member the kid had to go and fuck himself over like that. At the very least he had the slight satisfaction of knowing that the Platoon Sergeant had no intention of fucking around when it came to these matters and as far as he was concerned had just given him full reign to take care of them as he saw fit. <br/><br/>As soon as formation was over he told Strangle to follow him over to the IFV where his private was still on guard in the turret, chow would have to wait just a little bit longer. <br/><br/>""Patrick get down here and form up next to Strangle I want to have a word with you two."" He had made sure his voice had just enough inflection so the private understood to hurry up while at the same time not appearing pissed off.<br/><br/>It was important that he led by example and motivated his men after the multiple ass chewings from both him and higher and he knew exactly what to do.<br/><br/>As soon as his crew was formed up in front of him Heitz snapped to the position of attention.<br/><br/>""Group atten-tion!""<br/><br/>""Half right-face!""<br/><br/>""Front leaning rest position-move!""<br/><br/>With his crew now in the push-up position Sgt. Heitz quickly snapped a crisp half right facing action himself before dropping down into the push up position as well. He was going to smoke himself with them, a bit of motivational exercise he himself had picked up from his drill sergeant, never have your men do anything you wouldn't do yourself.<br/><br/>And why make your men get dirty while you are still clean? It only served to piss them off more. So through this he was going to show that not only was he willing to get dirty and do the work with them but that he was also going to hold himself accountable for them at the same time.<br/><br/>""In Cadence!""<br/><br/>""Exercise!""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>...And now there is another private who seems to be rather careless and look nothing on ranks. RANKS. It's important in battlefield to have high ranks, and Adam put his condolences on the fact that Private Sam is rather careless.<br/><br/>He puts down and started to push-up. He's rather nicely done at this, although he regretted the way Sgt Heitz did."
7660,Pretty Okay Company (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322140&start=50,2014-12-03T21:09:00,Glorious ReBublic of Alevstan,"<blockquote><div><cite>Ayreonia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322140&amp;p=22665766#p22665766"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Private Alessia Ricce</span><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Yeah, yeah, let's get on with it,</span> was at the forefront of Alessia's mind while the Sarge scolded them for some breach in regulations or whatever. First there had been a big old hurry to go get chow, and now that they were there, the platoon had to listen to some damn lecture about she-didn't-give-a-fuck.<br/><br/>When it was finally over, she sauntered over to the crate labelled ""Duke &amp; Honora"" and took her share of the food. It was all right, she thought. Hell, she had had worse in civilian life, more than once. Her thoughts flew back to her studio apartment in Rialtum, where she had mostly eaten grub she had found at a discount, most of it barely edible anymore. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Guess the military has something to go for itself,</span> she philosophized while shoving crow into her face-hole. Once she was done, she decided to chill out a bit and get to know the poor fuckers she was assigned to. Her Crawler was ready to move out at a moment's notice, after all. It always was.<br/><br/>""Sooo..."" she began, ""you guys are Duke squad, right? Mortar monkeys? Or did I and my man John pick the wrong crate?""</div></blockquote><br/>Miko was looking at the faces of all the soldiers, recruits to officers. Many of them were fresh, and most of them that weren't looked battle-scarred and jaded.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Wonder what shit they've been through. Some of them look like they're in their forties.</span>Suddenly someone bumped into him and muttered a muffled apology as Miko stumbled out of the way. Huh. He must have zoned out while the lieutenant made his speech. One of the medics was hearing up rations for a squad... that meant it was finally mealtime. He adjusted his rifle and scanned the crowd for mortar operators.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Where are they...</span>Ah! One of the operators for the second team was sitting near the APC with the driver and commander, and the other operators were approaching it. He jogged over to grab a bite.<br/><br/>There were two young women and one guy, maybe in his early thirties, there. The former were short and delicate, didn't look like they'd seen any battle. Probably got suddenly enlisted as some noble fuck came through the town looking for more lives to throw at their enemies. The uniform on one of them was way too large, which wouldn't be easy to fix out on this gods-forsaken battleground. The man, who looked like the commander of the crawler had probably seen some fighting. Miko took a seat after he grabbed a box of foul ""nutritional"" shit from a crate. Eating dirt probably staved off hunger better than that. ""Private Miko Bjali. Mortar team one."" He paused and decided whether he should totally distance himself from them when the inevitable came, and took one of them to meet the gods.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Ah, fuck it. I'll talk.</span>""Three years of service here. Hm. I was transferred from the Seventh. I come from Slatina. Or whatever you guys call it. 'Huglek' or something. You guys?"" He went back to his food and dipped some food in the ungodsly paste to get it over with. ""Oh. I'm a plumber back at home."""
7661,Pretty Okay Company (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322140&start=50,2014-12-03T21:36:00,Cylarn,"After his troops acquired their rations, Mulder hopped in front of a crate and produced his meal. He sat down over with his kit and opened up his meal, staring at the dried fish with a grimace as he simultaneously removed his rifle and sat it down beside of him. He HATED Army food; Mulder ran a high-end tavern/grill in Oorburg, and he had been exposed to the delicacies enjoyed by the Kingdom's elite, a taste that only galvanized his hatred for Army rations. With his thumb and index finger on his right hand, he picked up the small portion of dried fish and examined it closely, before sighing and forcing the entire fish into his mouth. He quickly chewed it up and swallowed it, trying to ignore the gods-awful taste of the meal. He then reached into his ration pack and produced a pack of traditionally stale Army crackers, and began to feast on them while periodically taking sips of water from his canteen, which had been sitting in his pack.<br/><br/>Any soldier - whether it be a Levy, Sergeant-Major, or even a General - would affirm that Army rations are the most god-awful meal ever concocted. The food was designed to metabolize slowly, so that you could gather more sustenance from the relatively small portions. Great on paper, but what the Army commonly never discussed was the fact that Army rations were unofficially proven to stretch anal cavities, as a result of a large fecal build-up and release. Mulder had experienced the awful sensation more times than he cared to remember, and he often joked that the rations did more damage to him than the bullets, knives, shrapnel, fire, and sexual frustration could ever do. His thoughts were soon interrupted, when he heard a certain SGT Heitz blaring at his men.<br/><br/>To be frank, Mulder found Heitz to be rather unbearably annoying. Yeah, Mulder demeaned people occasionally when they fucked up, but he had curtailed much of the insulting after his stint as a Drill Sergeant ended, choosing to swap out the insults in exchange for quick, simple explanations. He didn't need to demean soldiers; such actions were meant for Levys and Recruits, not soldiers who had graduated from Basic. He stood to his feet, setting his ration down and picking up his rifle. He gave a short sigh and slung the weapon around his shoulder as he walked forward. An NCO could lead in whatever manner he found effective, but Mulder's main problem was the fact that he was PT'ing his men before they were due to be out in the field. Sure, they were an IFV crew, but he wanted everyone at the top of their gang, and having a tired and smoked IFV crew was not the best way to go about that. They needed to be eating and rested, not being punished for things that could easily be corrected with counseling.<br/><br/>Mulder soon found himself standing behind Heitz as he and his crew did push-ups. After observing quietly for a few seconds, Mulder decided to act.<br/><br/>""Get your squad on its feet right now, Sergeant,"" Mulder said in a stern tone, scowling at the man. ""They should be eating and getting prepped to go out into the field, not getting PT'ed. Now, let them eat, and then I want you to make sure that this beast here and its crew are ready to rip those Republican sons of bitches a new asshole. Get it done, Sergeant.""<br/><br/>With that taken care of, Mulder left Heitz to follow the order. If he didn't, then it wouldn't be too pretty for the Sergeant. With that, Mulder decided to pace around the staging area, observing his soldiers as they ate."
7662,Pretty Okay Company (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322140&start=50,2014-12-03T21:51:00,Kisinger,"<div align=""Center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Corporal Mia Jager, ""Cravis"" Squad Leader</span></span></span></div><br/>Mia slowly looked over the squad she was commanding. ""Fresh from their mom's tit it seems."" She thought to herself as they attempted mingling as she stood there looking once more thinking of the condolence letters she would have to write. She sighed and finally spoke up ""Listen up shit birds, you will do exactly as I say when we move out other wise...Well you won't have to worry ever again."" She looked at them with a cold calculating stare. ""Is that understood?"" She yelled out before opening her Class 2 Rations and taking out the smokes sliding them in one of her back pockets. Instead of waiting for a response she strapped on her sidearm, combat vest, and slung her rifle over shoulder as she reached down picking up her helmet and putting it on as she put the rations in one of her many pockets on the vest.<br/><br/><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Private John Tusta, IFV Commander ""Honora""</span></span></span></div><br/><br/>John could do nothing but smile as he heard Alessia waking up and grumbling over to formation. All that went through his head as the Sergeant give a speech on proper conduct was ""What a fucking hard ass!"" as soon as they were dismissed he quickly followed behind Alessia relatively ignoring the Mortar Crew knowing their fate and probably his was sealed with their mini artillery pieces. Hearing one of the guys trying to talk was quite funny, bu then again he did think some very sinister things were funny. As he finally put half of the ration in his pocket and pulling out a cigarette lighting it. He puffed at it before responding to the Mortar Crew Men ""Private Tusta, Served 3 years so far."" As he took a few more puffs at his cigarette."
7663,Pretty Okay Company (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322140&start=50,2014-12-04T06:40:00,Reverend Norv,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Carlisle <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322140&amp;p=22666917#p22666917"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Thank you,"" she said as Evardin poured her a cup of coffee...""That sort of question get ya thinking about your lot in life,"" she said,"" The decisions you make, if you changed one or two. Where would you be, what would you know? I sometimes think about that with university. What would I have been if I went? Definitely not a farm hand. But makes you wonder about stuff you know now that you wouldn't if you took a different path on the road."" She looked at her coffee cup as she spoke, looking at the waves created by the slightest motion. She took another sip and groaned after swallowing.<br/><br/>""One thing I would not know if I went to university is the shitty taste of this coffee,"" she said, ""My ma and pa grow good coffee, so I was never without. Guess its nice to know how good our coffee really is. That's one thing good about Slatina, its that there is no shortage of good coffee. I'll let you try some when my ma sends me part of the spring harvest.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">The spring harvest. We should both live so long</span>, Evardin thought grimly.<span style=""font-style: italic"">By rights, we should already have been rotated back out of the line. But we haven't been, and the longer we stay out here, the worse our situation becomes.</span>The medic slurped down the last of his cold chowder, wiping his mouth with the back of one hand.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Spring is a long, long way away.</span><br/><br/>But when Evardin looked back at Lillian, he smiled quietly and nodded. ""Thank you,"" the medic said softly. ""I'd like that. To remind myself what the real thing tastes like, for one thing. But also to get a taste of what home feels like for you."" Evardin paused, searching for the words.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Ellie would know how to put it.</span>""Understanding,"" the veteran finally explained, slowly and simply, ""is the most precious gift we can offer - and the greatest honor we can receive.""<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Mincaldenteans <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322140&amp;p=22666485#p22666485"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Linvale...I'm from Linvale,"" [Alrick] murmured again, sipping on his coffee after and relaxing the cup closer to him after. ""And yourself?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Evardin considered his squadmate carefully, fixing him with a calm and level gaze.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Alrick zu Heltzer. From Linvale. So the last name isn't just a coincidence, then. Our young rifleman is another noble scion.</span>The medic gave a mental shrug.<span style=""font-style: italic"">But he's in no position to let that hurt the rest of us, unlike Prince Oorburg. And he doesn't want to make a big deal over his status. And, for some fecking reason, he's serving as a private in a frontline infantry platoon. Maybe he pissed off his father.</span>Evardin allowed himself a small smile, and sucked down the rest of his coffee, scalding his throat.<span style=""font-style: italic"">At any rate, if he doesn't want his nobility to be a subject of conversation, I've got no reason to make it one.</span><br/><br/>""Linvale,"" Evardin mused. ""Pretty city. Been there, once or twice, for the pharmaceutical expositions. Lots of clever people find work there. Always thought it might be a nice place to live.""<br/><br/>There was a pause, and then the medic continued. ""At this point,"" he remarked, ""I'm pretty much from here."" Evardin nodded around at the Great Forest. ""Every year, I've spent the campaigning season - most of the year - right here, for close to half my life now. The rest of the time, I'm a surgeon at the hospital in Rialtum.""<br/><br/>Evardin began carefully disassembling the camp stove, hands dancing over the apparatus with smooth, swift, confident motions. ""But originally,"" he continued, ""I come from Oorburg. My parents emigrated from the countryside to work in the factories. So we never really fit in, culturally, as a family - but my parents had nothing, and so they had to go where the jobs were.""<br/><br/>A final motion, and the camp stove was reduced to a neat bundle of metal rods and disks. Evardin wrapped it in his greasy knitted scarf, and stuffed it back into his pack. ""And hey,"" the medic concluded, ""my folks might be smelters in Oorburg, but I'm a surgeon in Rialtum - and I know I wouldn't be anything of the sort if my parents had stayed where they were, starving in the countryside among their own folk. So on the whole, I'm glad they made the decision they did. It might have made them strangers in a strange land, but it opened a world of new possibilities for their children.""<br/><br/>""How about you, Lillian?"" Evardin nodded to the gunner. ""Your parents are coffee farmers? What was it like, growing up on a farm?"""
7664,Pretty Okay Company (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322140&start=50,2014-12-04T07:19:00,Toishima,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pan Asian Amercian Coalition <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322140&amp;p=22667391#p22667391"">wrote</a>:</cite><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Artyom""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Artyom listened closely to the man in command during formation. It was informative, brief and not enraged, much unlike his drill Sargent from training. The saluting was going to be hard to break habit, but as a marksman himself, he made a mental note to watch enemy troops for it. The first screw up can always be the last ... <br/><br/>Regardless, he got in the surprising short line for Atlaflor squad. He received his rations of dubious constitution and followed whom he believed to be the squad medic so he wouldn't have to eat alone. He wasn't that hungry, and didn't smoke, so this was more of going to be a snack than a meal, and making friends is always a good thing. He hadn't talked to anyway outside the family before, so this could be a learning opportunity. Or a opportunity for a amazing failure. He was going to give it a shot either way. <br/><br/>She went into the medical tent. Artyom paused for a moment, not sure whether or not if he should go in. The medic seemed like the quiet, book type. <span style=""font-style: italic"">I am quiet too. Maybe we'll get along. Maybe she'll be like my older sister!</span> He poked his head in through with, and with a vague hint of optimism inhis voice he softly asked <br/><br/>""Mind if I eat here too?""</div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Recruit Adelaide Orchidia Meadows</span><br/><br/>Adelaide jumped sightly at the sudden voice, looking up from behind her work. A tall, blonde-haired man had stuck his head into the tent, carrying some food with him. She looked him up and down, not detecting any outward injuries or ailments. It took her a couple of seconds to recognise that it was her squad's marksman, and realised what he had actually asked. She instinctively and awkwardly looked back downwards, subconsciously hoping he would go away. Another second passed and she noticed he was still there.<br/><br/>""Private Barrisivo, the medical tent is for the platoon's medical staff and those in need of attention only,"" Adelaide informed him, her voice soft and controlled to a near-monotonous drone, ""I have work to do now. Thank you.""<br/><br/>Going back to her inventory lists, she took another scoop of food, seemingly ignoring him if he was still there.<span style=""font-style: italic"">We may need more Promethazine and Paracetamol... I should bring this up with Lance Corporal Drael.</span>The only sound for some time was her ballpoint pen scratching at the papers, along with the occasional shuffling of other documents. Her mind inevitably wandered to the Private, though, and she paused her work to quickly finish up the food and get it over with.<span style=""font-style: italic"">A marksman. Kills from afar. Extremely deadly, and thus would be a priority target for the enemy- if he is not hidden.</span>She pulled out his medical record, and noted his age-<span style=""font-style: italic"">even younger than myself. He must be watched</span>.<br/><br/>She glanced back up to the tent flap to check if he was still there."
7665,Pretty Okay Company (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322140&start=50,2014-12-04T07:27:00,Grenartia,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Zepuha <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322140&amp;p=22662769#p22662769"">wrote</a>:</cite><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Republic of Hasgriu <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322140&amp;p=22658094#p22658094"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Private Richard</span></span><br/>Richard hastily stopped his salute midway, placed his arm at his side, and said confidently,""Private Richard Stanislav Mikuláš Dvorak, sir! I will be IFV Godfrey's driver, sir! I have been serving for one year, sir!""<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Private Dayle</span></span><br/>""My name's Dayle Page, I'll be the gunner of our IFV. Been serving in this hellhole for 2 years."", Dayle said, and then quietly added,""This war better end bloody soon.""<br/>-snip-</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Cocked one eyebrow up at the eager young gits, they were too excited for this war. ""Excited young lads, calm your selves down, this war will soon enough drain the life from you."" he said, his own face a grim mask as he squished beef between nutrient paste and a biscuit to make some gross looking gray sandwich. His tongue had been so dulled by tobacco smoke, he'd lost any taste for the rations he crammed into his mouth. Why a hot meal wasn't served in camp was a mystery to him, and he crammed the fruitcake bar into his pocket for later. He'd probably get hungry on the road and desire something to eat, other than those damned 'energy bars'. He shuddered to think swallowing down the saw dust like brown bar. He'd finished crumbling his fiber block into a cold cup with the broth bouillon to make a salty, soupy drink that dragged down his throat. His face mashed up as he swallowed and looked around. ""So many of you have fresh.. young faces.."" he shook his head, most of the time filled with angry rants or babbling. Some said he was shellshocked, but others just thought he was constantly pissed off.<br/><br/>""Jesees they can't make fish taste any worse than this shit."" he said finishing off his cup of fiber, and spat on the soggy ground. ""Vionde? Yeah? Attached to my bucket I'm guessing? ... a first year, welcome to the shit storm, I've been here twenty five years. Names Staff Sergeant Gurt McGundry. Call me sarge or Gurt."" he pulled a cigarette out from their tiny little package and stuck it between his lips, lighting it with a monogrammed lighter of his and sucked on the hot smoke. ""Ah.. cheap craptastic cigarettes, gives you the nic' rush ya need though."" he sighed seeing he had no more to eat. One meal down, one of thousands he's consumed without thinking about it. ""Hope we hit a town with a supermarket.. or drug store."" he said thinking about all the valuable looting that could be done. It was known that McGundry hated alcohol but loved his tobacco like no one else. 'OId Tar Lung' was a nick name he'd gained from his now dead former crew.</div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Yeah, Sarge, I'm with Cravis. The new support gunner. And if we ever do get a supermarket, I call first dibs on any Sotornis they have. I don't imagine I'll have much competition for it, but you never know."" Sola said, before hearing her actual commander speak up.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Kisinger <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322140&amp;p=22669916#p22669916"">wrote</a>:</cite><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Corporal Mia Jager, ""Cravis"" Squad Leader</span></span></span></div><br/> Mia slowly looked over the squad she was commanding. ""Fresh from their mom's tit it seems."" She thought to herself as they attempted mingling as she stood there looking once more thinking of the condolence letters she would have to write. She sighed and finally spoke up ""Listen up shit birds, you will do exactly as I say when we move out other wise...Well you won't have to worry ever again."" She looked at them with a cold calculating stare. ""Is that understood?"" She yelled out before opening her Class 2 Rations and taking out the smokes sliding them in one of her back pockets. Instead of waiting for a response she strapped on her sidearm, combat vest, and slung her rifle over shoulder as she reached down picking up her helmet and putting it on as she put the rations in one of her many pockets on the vest.</div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Understood, Corporal..., I'm sorry, I didn't catch your name."" Sola asked, rather nervously. She'd never really felt comfortable speaking to people who insulted her in the first 5 minutes of a meeting (especially without not even introducing themselves first), but this was the army, and its not like the young private had much of a choice."
7666,Pretty Okay Company (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322140&start=50,2014-12-04T07:54:00,Cylarn,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kisinger <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322140&amp;p=22669916#p22669916"">wrote</a>:</cite>-snip-</div></blockquote><br/><br/>As Mulder continued his vigil, he noticed more undo insults and actions being tossed about by the platoon's leadership. This time, it was coming from Cravis Squad's leader, Corporal Jager. The veteran NCO moved swiftly to investigate the occurrence, and once he arrived at the squad's location, he listened to the Squad Leader speak. He slowly shook his head, just as his right eye began to twitch at her apparent disrespect towards her soldiers. He knew what she meant, but her delivery of the message was done in a counter-productive manner. He waited until she was done speaking to speak up.<br/><br/>""Are they shit-birds?"" he said aloud. ""This is their first engagement, Corporal. They haven't fucked up yet, so you might want to be a bit more inspiring next time you give them a speech. Is that understood, Corporal?"""
7667,Pretty Okay Company (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322140&start=50,2014-12-04T08:13:00,Lolloh,"<blockquote><div><cite>The United Remnants of America <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322140&amp;p=22661882#p22661882"">wrote</a>:</cite>-snip-</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Picking up her ""light"" supply bag (she nearly fell over backwards) and the equally heavy assault rifle they'd given her at base. She wasn't sure about the informality of all this, but at least this... Cravis squad (she finally had the name down) seemed OK. But all this goddamn dirt... well, it couldn't be helped. She hadn't dropped out, just to complain about the army life.<br/>""Rastirrik,"" she called to the Corporal. She hoped he hadn't seen her blanch at the mention of his dead friend, and the fact that she had apparently been sent to the front as a replacement.<br/><br/>""Oh, and si- Lukas..."" the name felt odd and uncomfortable on her tongue, ""What was he like, Munz?"" she fervently hoped she wasn't going into any dangerous waters; the Corporal, in her opinion, didn't seem very troubled by the experienced, more resigned to the fact than anything else. And what was it with that bandana of his? It could hardly help him see the Precambrians, drooping over his face like that."
7668,Pretty Okay Company (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322140&start=50,2014-12-04T08:34:00,New Zepuha,"<blockquote><div><cite>Grenartia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322140&amp;p=22672925#p22672925"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Yeah, Sarge, I'm with Cravis. The new support gunner. And if we ever do get a supermarket, I call first dibs on any Sotornis they have. I don't imagine I'll have much competition for it, but you never know."" Sola said, before hearing her actual commander speak up.<br/></div></blockquote><br/><br/>Nodded thoughtfully, she didn't look like much of a support gunner, but what did he know. This whole fuckin' army was full of the most unlikely of soldiers, including himself. ""Support gunner, bet you regret that one eh?"" he laughed a callous and hearty laugh. He turned to look at the corporal, he himself was out of uniform still and bore no rank markings, turned his nose up at her. ""You really.."" but he was cut short by the other Staff Sergeant and nodded. ""And how."" he said taking a drag on his cigarette."
7669,Pretty Okay Company (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322140&start=50,2014-12-04T10:02:00,Ayreonia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Private Alessia Ricce (Honora)</span><br/><hr/><br/>""I'm Alessia,"" the young driver smacked cheerfully. ""Alessia Ricce. Pleased to meetcha, Amalia and Miko.""<br/><br/>She edged closer to the members of Duke squad and grinned conspiratorially. ""You know us Ricces? We're nobility, I tell ya."" She pulled out a ration cigarette. She did have her Slims, but decided to save those for a more festive occasion. ""Light my fire, John, would ya? Thanksies.""<br/><br/>""For real,"" she went on, blowing out smoke. ""You know the LT, Rialto? I'm related to him, in some way."" She spread her arms wide. ""My father once drew this<span style=""font-style: italic"">huuuge</span>family tree - he's really into that stuff - and he found that out while doin' research."" Alessia didn't tell her new comrades that her father had then marched into court to demand land from House Rialto, resulting in one of the shortest and most ridiculous lawsuits in Rialtum history.<br/><br/>""Anyway, I'm an actress,"" she said with a convincing nod. ""For the moment, at least. My future plans involve getting married to some rich noble and living lavishly till the end of my days."""
7670,Pretty Okay Company (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322140&start=50,2014-12-04T10:23:00,Grenartia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Cylarn <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322140&amp;p=22673112#p22673112"">wrote</a>:</cite><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Kisinger <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322140&amp;p=22669916#p22669916"">wrote</a>:</cite>-snip-</div></blockquote><br/><br/>As Mulder continued his vigil, he noticed more undo insults and actions being tossed about by the platoon's leadership. This time, it was coming from Cravis Squad's leader, Corporal Jager. The veteran NCO moved swiftly to investigate the occurrence, and once he arrived at the squad's location, he listened to the Squad Leader speak. He slowly shook his head, just as his right eye began to twitch at her apparent disrespect towards her soldiers. He knew what she meant, but her delivery of the message was done in a counter-productive manner. He waited until she was done speaking to speak up.<br/><br/>""Are they shit-birds?"" he said aloud. ""This is their first engagement, Corporal. They haven't fucked up yet, so you might want to be a bit more inspiring next time you give them a speech. Is that understood, Corporal?""</div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/><br/>Sola didn't really know what the proper military procedure was for thanking a superior for correcting one of their subordinates, who also happened to be your superior, but she figured it would be best to just wait until she could talk with the Platoon Sergeant one-on-one. Even a nod might be the wrong thing to do, kind of like a salute. So instead, she turned back to Godfrey's sergeant.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>New Zepuha <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322140&amp;p=22673383#p22673383"">wrote</a>:</cite><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Grenartia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322140&amp;p=22672925#p22672925"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Yeah, Sarge, I'm with Cravis. The new support gunner. And if we ever do get a supermarket, I call first dibs on any Sotornis they have. I don't imagine I'll have much competition for it, but you never know."" Sola said, before hearing her actual commander speak up.<br/></div></blockquote><br/><br/>Nodded thoughtfully, she didn't look like much of a support gunner, but what did he know. This whole fuckin' army was full of the most unlikely of soldiers, including himself. ""Support gunner, bet you regret that one eh?"" he laughed a callous and hearty laugh. He turned to look at the corporal, he himself was out of uniform still and bore no rank markings, turned his nose up at her. ""You really.."" but he was cut short by the other Staff Sergeant and nodded. ""And how."" he said taking a drag on his cigarette.</div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Actually, not really."" Sola said with a slight chuckle. ""I'm used to heavy lifting, and I like shooting big guns. This is a perfect fit."""
7671,Pretty Okay Company (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322140&start=50,2014-12-04T11:41:00,Kisinger,"<div align=""Center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Corporal Mia Jager, Commander of Squad ""Cravis""</span></span></span></div><br/><span style=""margin-left: 6px;"">Mia quickly turned around to the Sergeant and responded in kind ""Sir yes sir!"" Believing he was threw she turned around to her squad ""I am Corporal Mia Jager."" She slid out one of her smokes from her back pocket, putting it t her lips lighting it with a match. Fanning out the match she then asked ""What are all your names?"" As she took a drag from her cigarette looking at her squad once again. One in particular interested her the replacement for the AT Gun, she heard her say <span style=""font-style: italic"">""Rastirrik""</span> which surprised her but then again she was talking to one of Rastirrik's old friends.</span><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Private John Tusta, Commander of Crawler ""Honora""</span></span></span></div><br/><span style=""margin-left: 6px;"">John lit Alessia's smoke as he took his own drag listening to Alessia's nobility story again. It seemed to get the Mortar Crew interested enough. He took another long drag before coughing up a storm.He recovered throwing down the smoke and smashing into the dirt. ""God damn shitty smokes."" He looked around at the whole platoon noting the hard asses and just the pure assholes. Looking back to the group. ""Alessia was a actress, I was a police officer. What about you guys?"" He waited anxiously for the answers. as he pulled out the rest of the ration and began eating it till he got to the ""Brick"" or the Fruit Cake that came with the ration. ""Piece of advice... Be careful when you eat these. You might lose a few teeth."" He said chuckling, as he held up the ""Brick.""</span>"
7672,Pretty Okay Company (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322140&start=50,2014-12-04T12:55:00,Gvozdevsk,"With just the first words out of Cravis Squad's leader, Stefanija was already not impressed with her. She was more or less treating the squad as a bunch of idiot recruits. Stefanija didn't see ""shit-bird"" as something that would describe her, or anyone else in the squad it seemed so far. Except for that new anti-tank gunner, she might be an issue. But either way, Stefanija listened to the squad leader, drank her tea and tried not to laugh.<br/><br/>But soon, the Staff Sergeant had come to put Corporal Jager in her place. Stefanija silently agreed with the Staff Sergeant. If you're going to be leading people into battle, you shouldn't make your squad think your an asshole with the first sentence you've said to them, unless they want to get killed by a ""negligent discharge."" Stefanija had heard stories on previous deployments about officers and NCOs being killed in such ways, although she was sure it wasn't that common. Either way, she hoped it wouldn't happen in this platoon.<br/><br/>With the Staff Sergeant gone, Corporal Jager was now trying to be a little more friendly after being reprimanded. She introduced herself, and then asked for the other squad members to do the same.<br/><br/>""Private Stefanija Novotna,"" she said, as she took another sip of her tea."
7673,Pretty Okay Company (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322140&start=50,2014-12-04T13:24:00,Rupudska,"<span style=""font-style: italic"">Gods be damned, I am just</span>surrounded<span style=""font-style: italic"">by lowlanders,</span>Sergeant Deryn Price thought. The black-skinned Blackroke native had been a good girl so far, doing all the dog-and-pony things required of her, with the exception of getting her own driver to act like a human fucking being and not a soldier, at least. She had even given Tub - the nickname she had given to Wearbear One Eleanor - a good once-over before lining up and heading in for her daily dose of the slop that dared masquerade as rations.<br/><br/>Lucky for her and unlucky for him, she was now sitting directly across from him.<br/><br/>""So, my dear, sweet, Terminal Lance, on what lowland stretch of poverty-stricken hell did you grow up on that made you think hotboxing in an infantry combat vehicle so close to the front was a good idea, eh? You think that's feckin' intelligent, pumping Tub's already shite air circulation system with hot gas that could impair our judgement and get our asses splattered by an anti-tank shell? The lack of proper dress, I don't give a shit about that. Hell, before I came out I was in my skivvies, too. I'm already miserable in that glorified oven. You're already miserable in that glorified oven. Charly [OOC: Charlotte Schilling]'s already miserable in that glorified oven. Last thing I want, need, or will tolerate is you making it feckin' worse for the rest of us. So if you don't bloody mind, if you must smoke that foul-smelling shit, do it in someone else's IFC."""
7674,Pretty Okay Company (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322140&start=50,2014-12-04T14:56:00,Grenartia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kisinger <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322140&amp;p=22674935#p22674935"">wrote</a>:</cite><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Corporal Mia Jager, Commander of Squad ""Cravis""</span></span></span></div><br/> <span style=""margin-left: 6px;"">Mia quickly turned around to the Sergeant and responded in kind ""Sir yes sir!"" Believing he was threw she turned around to her squad ""I am Corporal Mia Jager."" She slid out one of her smokes from her back pocket, putting it t her lips lighting it with a match. Fanning out the match she then asked ""What are all your names?"" As she took a drag from her cigarette looking at her squad once again. One in particular interested her the replacement for the AT Gun, she heard her say <span style=""font-style: italic"">""Rastirrik""</span> which surprised her but then again she was talking to one of Rastirrik's old friends.</span></div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Gvozdevsk <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322140&amp;p=22675642#p22675642"">wrote</a>:</cite><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">With just the first words out of Cravis Squad's leader, Stefanija was already not impressed with her. She was more or less treating the squad as a bunch of idiot recruits. Stefanija didn't see ""shit-bird"" as something that would describe her, or anyone else in the squad it seemed so far. Except for that new anti-tank gunner, she might be an issue. But either way, Stefanija listened to the squad leader, drank her tea and tried not to laugh.<br/><br/>But soon, the Staff Sergeant had come to put Corporal Jager in her place. Stefanija silently agreed with the Staff Sergeant. If you're going to be leading people into battle, you shouldn't make your squad think your an asshole with the first sentence you've said to them, unless they want to get killed by a ""negligent discharge."" Stefanija had heard stories on previous deployments about officers and NCOs being killed in such ways, although she was sure it wasn't that common. Either way, she hoped it wouldn't happen in this platoon.<br/><br/>With the Staff Sergeant gone, Corporal Jager was now trying to be a little more friendly after being reprimanded. She introduced herself, and then asked for the other squad members to do the same.<br/><br/>""Private Stefanija Novotna,"" she said, as she took another sip of her tea.</div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Like I was telling Sarge back there, I'm Private Solana Vionde, Cravis's new Support Gunner. Also, holder of a shitton of cigarettes that I'm more than happy to trade for, since I don't smoke."" Sola repeated. ""The Corporal seems to be taking the PS's lecture seriously, that's a good sign."" She thought to herself, before continuing aloud, ""Also, I believe Private Novotna, that we're already acquainted, from when we lined up at formation."""
7675,Pretty Okay Company (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322140&start=50,2014-12-04T15:04:00,The Carlisle,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Amalia Smed</span><br/><br/>Amalia grinned, amused, at Alessia as she talked about her ""nobility"". She found it funny how people were so desperate to have links to a noble house. In this country, having links gave power, influence, and wealth. She was sure Alessia's father didn't just dig around for a hobby.<br/><br/>""Nobility aye? I'm sort of like that. My great unc is the chief of my family's tribe back in Revs,"" she said, shifting her purple-red scarf,""My grandpa is his little brother. Though, being chief is different than being a noble here.""<br/><br/>She took a sip of her Perkele spiked coffee, one again sighing with ease. ""Anyways, I was a football player back home. Only girl on the team. And the best damn quarterback they had! I could toss the ball all the way down the field and beyond. Though, I rarely did that, mostly because the coach would bitch that I was being too risky,"" she said, her tone rising to a more angry pitch, ""Well! Maybe if he wasn't such a control freak and let me run the defense my way, we could have won against Bastenbach!"" She gritted her teeth and groans angrily. She then took another sip from her tin.<br/><br/>""Anyways, I was one. No unis offered me a scholarship to play on their team, sexist fucks, so when I graduated secondary that road closed on me. So it was either join the military or find a job in Oorburg. And the last thing I would be doing is working in those damn foundries,"" she said, taking another sip from her tin."
7676,Pretty Okay Company (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322140&start=50,2014-12-04T16:11:00,The United Remnants of America,"<blockquote><div><cite>Lolloh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322140&amp;p=22673220#p22673220"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Oh, and si- Lukas... What was he like, Munz?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Lukas' hand unconsciously went up to touch the black fabric covering his forehead at the mention of Munz. The headband had not always been Baer's. ""Well. He was my friend. Private Jan Munz. He was born and raised and Blackrocke, which is where I moved when I was younger. He got me enlisted and everything with him. We were always together, people never referred to us by name, we were 'The Couple.' We were the AT gunners for Cravis and were always side by side. I wish I could describe him to you, how he was, but.. He fun. He was always smiling, always joking always so damn happy.... But he was also a hero. A while back, we were taking on a platoon of tanks, us and a couple others from the other AT units in the platoon. Um, I'd run out of ammo with my re-rifle, and so'd Munz.. We were pinned down, and uh, he decided to draw fire and bait the tank with himself so I could fall back and get to safety, so Jan ran out of cover and.... Yeah. I'm here. And Jan's not.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Kisinger <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322140&amp;p=22674935#p22674935"">wrote</a>:</cite> ""I am Corporal Mia Jager. What are all your names?"" </div></blockquote><br/><br/>Lukas had absent mindedly walked the rookie right up to what he had noticed seemed to be a Cravis Squad get-together, with Mia at the front of it all. He'd known Mia for a long enough time to know that he can press his luck with her by being just a little snarky, but no so much that she's going to bitch... Too much. He quickly shook his head, readjusted his bandana,<span style=""font-style: italic"">Jan's</span>bandana, and walked into the addressal.<br/>He gave a sloppy salute to Jager along with a crooked grin, ""Corporal Lukas Baer, still here, still breathing. Oddly enough, nobody's seen it necessary shoot me, yet."""
7677,Pretty Okay Company (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322140&start=50,2014-12-04T16:48:00,New Zepuha,"""Ah a girl doin' heavy lifting?"" he said with a slight chuckle, ""I have been in service too long.."" he said flicking a bit of ash on the ground, blowing a puff of smoke into the air. He'd been in so long, women had advanced so far in the social life of back home. He watched the corporal and sniffed, ""Gurt, Gurt McGundry. Staff Sergeant Gurt McGundry."" he said gruffly, already having a bad first impression of Mia. Gurt needed a shave, he thought as he idly rubbed his bristling salt and pepper beard."
7678,Pretty Okay Company (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322140&start=50,2014-12-04T17:25:00,Galter Gulcher,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Carlisle <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322140&amp;p=22677085#p22677085"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Amalia Smed</span><br/><br/>Amalia grinned, amused, at Alessia as she talked about her ""nobility"". She found it funny how people were so desperate to have links to a noble house. In this country, having links gave power, influence, and wealth. She was sure Alessia's father didn't just dig around for a hobby.<br/><br/>""Nobility aye? I'm sort of like that. My great unc is the chief of my family's tribe back in Revs,"" she said, shifting her purple-red scarf,""My grandpa is his little brother. Though, being chief is different than being a noble here.""<br/><br/>She took a sip of her Perkele spiked coffee, one again sighing with ease. ""Anyways, I was a football player back home. Only girl on the team. And the best damn quarterback they had! I could toss the ball all the way down the field and beyond. Though, I rarely did that, mostly because the coach would bitch that I was being too risky,"" she said, her tone rising to a more angry pitch, ""Well! Maybe if he wasn't such a control freak and let me run the defense my way, we could have won against Bastenbach!"" She gritted her teeth and groans angrily. She then took another sip from her tin.<br/><br/>""Anyways, I was one. No unis offered me a scholarship to play on their team, sexist fucks, so when I graduated secondary that road closed on me. So it was either join the military or find a job in Oorburg. And the last thing I would be doing is working in those damn foundries,"" she said, taking another sip from her tin.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Carl had been listening silently to the conversation Duke Squad was having the entire time, before finally bursting out,<br/>""Whit's wrong wi' workin' in a foundry? "" he asked, almost half offended. He was no foundry man, but he knew the coal that he was mining back in Blackroccke ussually found its way making steel, thats all there was to it, not because the company men in there suits sold to foundry, but because foundries bought from there mine, something about the way the coal is different in consistency or something like that. He pulled out his Tobacco tin and chewed on a small piece, he did not chew Tobacco often, only from time to time. Carl was kinda tired at that point, the morning was weird so he didn't have time to put in his pomade and put his hair up into a pompadour, as unusual as that was he cared not right now, besides, most of the normal things from home like putting on a pair of Levis instead of Military trousers or operating a mortar instead of working in a mine were way to common to be concerned with his hair being in its usual form. He continued on his earlier rant.<br/>""A'd tak' workin' oan a foundry rather then h'ere any ol' day. """
7679,Pretty Okay Company (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322140&start=50,2014-12-04T18:42:00,Lolloh,"<blockquote><div><cite>The United Remnants of America <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322140&amp;p=22678083#p22678083"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Lolloh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322140&amp;p=22673220#p22673220"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Oh, and si- Lukas... What was he like, Munz?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Lukas' hand unconsciously went up to touch the black fabric covering his forehead at the mention of Munz. The headband had not always been Baer's. ""Well. He was my friend. Private Jan Munz. He was born and raised and Blackrocke, which is where I moved when I was younger. He got me enlisted and everything with him. We were always together, people never referred to us by name, we were 'The Couple.' We were the AT gunners for Cravis and were always side by side. I wish I could describe him to you, how he was, but.. He fun. He was always smiling, always joking always so damn happy.... But he was also a hero. A while back, we were taking on a platoon of tanks, us and a couple others from the other AT units in the platoon. Um, I'd run out of ammo with my re-rifle, and so'd Munz.. We were pinned down, and uh, he decided to draw fire and bait the tank with himself so I could fall back and get to safety, so Jan ran out of cover and.... Yeah. I'm here. And Jan's not.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Oh... um..."" Emily just nodded sadly. Munz sounded like a nice guy. She was about to say something else, but suddenly...<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Kisinger <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322140&amp;p=22674935#p22674935"">wrote</a>:</cite> ""I am Corporal Mia Jager. What are all your names?"" </div></blockquote><br/><br/>Emily, copying Lukas, gave a slightly crisper salute and said,""Levy Emily Rastirrik, Corporal Jager!"""
7680,Pretty Okay Company (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322140&start=75,2014-12-04T18:50:00,Toishima,"<blockquote><div><cite>Rupudska <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322140&amp;p=22675931#p22675931"">wrote</a>:</cite><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Deryn""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Gods be damned, I am just</span> surrounded <span style=""font-style: italic"">by lowlanders,</span> Sergeant Deryn Price thought. The black-skinned Blackroke native had been a good girl so far, doing all the dog-and-pony things required of her, with the exception of getting her own driver to act like a human fucking being and not a soldier, at least. She had even given Tub - the nickname she had given to Wearbear One Eleanor - a good once-over before lining up and heading in for her daily dose of the slop that dared masquerade as rations.<br/><br/>Lucky for her and unlucky for him, she was now sitting directly across from him.<br/><br/>""So, my dear, sweet, Terminal Lance, on what lowland stretch of poverty-stricken hell did you grow up on that made you think hotboxing in an infantry combat vehicle so close to the front was a good idea, eh? You think that's feckin' intelligent, pumping Tub's already shite air circulation system with hot gas that could impair our judgement and get our asses splattered by an anti-tank shell? The lack of proper dress, I don't give a shit about that. Hell, before I came out I was in my skivvies, too. I'm already miserable in that glorified oven. You're already miserable in that glorified oven. Charly [OOC: Charlotte Schilling]'s already miserable in that glorified oven. Last thing I want, need, or will tolerate is you making it feckin' worse for the rest of us. So if you don't bloody mind, if you must smoke that foul-smelling shit, do it in someone else's IFC.""</div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lance Corporal Derrick Warren</span><br/><br/>Derrick had given up trying to give the ""Weedgarette"" to the other soldier and just lit it up himself, then returned to his mossy rock. Panning across the various squads, he picked out all the girls he would need to 'check out'. That flower girl was definitely one. One of Boy Squad's new riflemen recruits was quite cute as well.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Yeah...</span><br/><br/>A familiar voice broke through to him, ranting on about his in-field bake-out.<span style=""font-style: italic"">The same shit every year. Fuck.</span>Derrick just leaned his head back against the rock while the lecture continued, a lazy trail of white smoke snaking up into the sky. When his dark-skinned CO finished, he let his head lazily roll forward to face her, his expression one of exaggerated pain.<br/><br/>""Fuck, Sarge. That hurts, you know. I know my commission's still far off, but<span style=""font-style: italic"">terminal lance</span>? Damn,"" Derrick responded sarcastically, ""this is my fuckin' eighth year,<span style=""font-style: italic"">ma'am</span>. I know how to shut off the circ when I do what I do, don't want to waste any of this stuff on the passenger compartment and you girls up in the turret. This shit... This shit makes me calm, man. Calm and ready for fuckin' battle! That shit will disappearate in minutes, so don't you fuckin' worry. What's an oven if not for bakin', eh?""<br/><br/>He gave an annoying smirk at his own joke and held out another re-stuffed Army cigarette to his CO.<br/><br/>""Cigarette? 'Improved' edition."""
7681,Pretty Okay Company (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322140&start=75,2014-12-04T19:59:00,New Zepuha,"<blockquote><div><cite>Lolloh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322140&amp;p=22680025#p22680025"">wrote</a>:</cite>Emily, copying Lukas, gave a slightly crisper salute and said,""Levy Emily Rastirrik, Corporal Jager!""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC: Excuse the shortness of this post.<br/><br/>""'ey! Greenie, you got wax in your ears or did you just ignore the sergeant? None of that saluting in the field, you fuckin' got that? Next time you do that I will personally beat yer head backwards, savvy?"" Gurt said waving about his cigarette angrily, before he took a calming drag on it to cool his tempers. All of these new recruits, saluting in the field? What the hell were they teaching them back in basic these days?"
7682,Pretty Okay Company (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322140&start=75,2014-12-04T20:46:00,The Kingdom of Rhamos,"The appearance and growling of Sgt. Mulder had caught Heitz almost completely off guard and at his words the man practically jumped to his feet smoothly into a position of parade rest. While out side of garrison and formations most soldiers wouldn't normally make such a move but the seriousness of Mulder's facial expression and tone told Heitz that he wasn't fucking around. As well contrary to the normal salute one renders officers a simple parade rest did not invoke the dread sniper check as NCO's were usually lower on the hit list for a sniper.<br/><br/>A few moments of listening to the man told Heitz all he had need to know, his little motivational pt had appeared as a smoke session to the man and to be frank he couldn't blame he supposed. After all not but a few minutes before the formation he had been tearing his gunner a new asshole, so the jump to his conclusion was a not a long one by no stretch of the imagination.<br/><br/>Albeit a simple mistake that could have easily been fixed with a simple explanation Heitz none the less chose to remain silent and let the man talk. One does not interrupt someone who out ranks them and one certainly does not give them excuses. In his personal experience he had found out the hard himself that among many of the pet peeves the senior NCO's held was the belief that any explanation was an excuse and constituted back talking, not a wise move in the slightest.<br/><br/>""Roger that Sergeant!"" His response was crisp, clean, and practiced over his years of service to be professional regardless of his personal feelings, a very handy skill and necessary skill to pick up.<br/><br/>With the Platoon Sergeant no longer bearing down on him Heitz executed a snap to attention followed by an about face.<br/><br/>""Starting position-move, position of attention-move, fall out and lets go get some chow guys.""<br/><br/>A inward sigh was all he could muster as he remember he had to actually serve them chow as well, his cigarette would have to wait for later so he didn't get any ashes on the Joes food."
7683,Pretty Okay Company (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322140&start=75,2014-12-04T21:17:00,Mincaldenteans,"<blockquote><div><cite>Reverend Norv <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322140&amp;p=22672583#p22672583"">wrote</a>:</cite><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Evardin considered his squadmate carefully, fixing him with a calm and level gaze. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Alrick zu Heltzer. From Linvale. So the last name isn't just a coincidence, then. Our young rifleman is another noble scion.</span> The medic gave a mental shrug. <span style=""font-style: italic"">But he's in no position to let that hurt the rest of us, unlike Prince Oorburg. And he doesn't want to make a big deal over his status. And, for some fecking reason, he's serving as a private in a frontline infantry platoon. Maybe he pissed off his father.</span> Evardin allowed himself a small smile, and sucked down the rest of his coffee, scalding his throat. <span style=""font-style: italic"">At any rate, if he doesn't want his nobility to be a subject of conversation, I've got no reason to make it one.</span><br/><br/>""Linvale,"" Evardin mused. ""Pretty city. Been there, once or twice, for the pharmaceutical expositions. Lots of clever people find work there. Always thought it might be a nice place to live.""<br/><br/>There was a pause, and then the medic continued. ""At this point,"" he remarked, ""I'm pretty much from here."" Evardin nodded around at the Great Forest. ""Every year, I've spent the campaigning season - most of the year - right here, for close to half my life now. The rest of the time, I'm a surgeon at the hospital in Rialtum."" <br/><br/>Evardin began carefully disassembling the camp stove, hands dancing over the apparatus with smooth, swift, confident motions. ""But originally,"" he continued, ""I come from Oorburg. My parents emigrated from the countryside to work in the factories. So we never really fit in, culturally, as a family - but my parents had nothing, and so they had to go where the jobs were."" <br/><br/>A final motion, and the camp stove was reduced to a neat bundle of metal rods and disks. Evardin wrapped it in his greasy knitted scarf, and stuffed it back into his pack. ""And hey,"" the medic concluded, ""my folks might be smelters in Oorburg, but I'm a surgeon in Rialtum - and I know I wouldn't be anything of the sort if my parents had stayed where they were, starving in the countryside among their own folk. So on the whole, I'm glad they made the decision they did. It might have made them strangers in a strange land, but it opened a world of new possibilities for their children.""<br/><br/>""How about you, Lillian?"" Evardin nodded to the gunner. ""Your parents are coffee farmers? What was it like, growing up on a farm?""</div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/><br/>The mention of Oorburg would have made him squint his eyes on instinct had it not been listening to Evardin continue on about himself. It implied as though the man had a life of travels and whether it was always difficult didn't seem to matter much to Alrick's intrigue; or maybe it just sparked his curiosity and assume Evardin had such a life before being conscripted. He himself had never been too far out of Linvale, in fact, this was the furthest he'd ever gone. Grun Himmel he was (naturally) familiar with and spent many days, especially summers, in the dense forest where the sun's light strangely never touched the dark forest floor. There was also the outskirts of Duchy of Verstact that he had visited with his family during a diplomatic conference (but what his House called ""another round of false platitudes and sub-par food""). Needless to say they never stayed long in their rival's country as guests and vise versa.<br/><br/>But the mention of Rialtum made Alrick tilt his head briefly, having only heard or seen pictures of it be it magazines, newspapers, books (old and new) and the telly (ooc: we damn well better have television!). Not one to pry, the young man couldn't help but noticed Evardin didn't answer the question - correction - he did, but the brief overview had only garnered more questions about where he'd been before being pushed to the front lines. How far had Evardin and his family go? Have they been to the other side before? Just how long had their medic been here to call this place a home, after a fashion?<br/><br/>All those questions only underlined a deeper curiosity, or need, for something outside the only realm he ever knew. To say the young noble wanted to travel the world was an understatement.<br/><br/>Alrick saved the questions for later and grimaced at the remains of his coffee before downing it all along with the hesitation that nearly overrode his will; the taste wasn't something he wanted to experience if it came back up. Setting the cup aside he began cleaning his own implements in a quick fastidious manner, something instilled into him since childhood and certainly not by choice. The zu Heltzers and their attention to detail was insufferable, but he had to grudgingly admit the House wouldn't have survived this long were it not for its strict codes that ran anywhere from politics to breathing to the leaves that blanketed the forest floor of Grun Himmel.<br/><br/>He sat back down once he had stored everything away, his field pack close by and within reach if needed as per usual. ""What's it like in Rialtum?"" Alrick asked with a more conversational tone than his last response."
7684,Pretty Okay Company (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322140&start=75,2014-12-04T22:52:00,The United Remnants of America,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Zepuha <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322140&amp;p=22680989#p22680989"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Lolloh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322140&amp;p=22680025#p22680025"">wrote</a>:</cite>Emily, copying Lukas, gave a slightly crisper salute and said,""Levy Emily Rastirrik, Corporal Jager!""</div></blockquote><br/>""'ey! Greenie, you got wax in your ears or did you just ignore the sergeant? None of that saluting in the field, you fuckin' got that? Next time you do that I will personally beat yer head backwards, savvy?"" Gurt said waving about his cigarette angrily, before he took a calming drag on it to cool his tempers. All of these new recruits, saluting in the field? What the hell were they teaching them back in basic these days?</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Lukas looked up and around before his eyes rested on the Staff Sergeant and commander of his squad's IFV. The AT gunner gave a little snigger at his chiding of Rasittirk before taking a couple steps closer to him, ""Hey, Sarge. How's the brawler crawler running?"" Again, Lukas gave another sloppy salute, this time even sloppier, barely raising his hand past his shoulder in deference to McGundry's complaint. He'd known McGundry since he was shipped into Cravis Squad, and Lukas enjoyed few things more than hearing the anger and annoyance of Staff Sergeant Gurt McGundry be vocalized in his beautiful highlands accent."
7685,Pretty Okay Company (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322140&start=75,2014-12-04T23:22:00,Glorious ReBublic of Alevstan,"<blockquote><div><cite>Ayreonia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322140&amp;p=22674146#p22674146"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Private Alessia Ricce (Honora)</span><br/><hr/><br/>Snip</div></blockquote><br/>Miko smiled wryly as Alessia unfolded—or, more likely, spun out of thin air—her story. After she finished, he took a few moments to eat the rest of his ""meal,"" if it could be called even that much. Some of the dry grey paste that supposedly gave them nutrients got stuck in his throat. He coughed and washed it down with water.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Just like a toilet flushes down waste,</span>he thought, then snorted. Almost like he was homesick, though these gods-cursed battlefronts had been his home for the past few years. Miko finally responded to her story. ""Don't mean to rain on your parade, but that's not really believable. In this shitty country, you're either up in the clouds or writhing in the dirt, in terms of influence, money, all that good stuff. I can say I'm the true king of Antediluvia get some blacksmith to make a fake artefact to 'prove' it, but that doesn't change anything. It's still an outright lie, I'm still not the tyrant who controls our lives, still down in that metaphorical dirt.""<br/><blockquote><div><cite>Galter Gulcher <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322140&amp;p=22679135#p22679135"">wrote</a>:</cite>Snip</div></blockquote><br/>Miko was surprised to see another man sitting on a crate over near the Crawler. The guy'd been really quiet, but now he spoke up with a heavy accent, barely understandable. ""Eh. We'd all rather be back home doing<span style=""font-style: italic"">anything</span>than out here waiting to get killed. It's only a matter of time for that. Anyways, I'll stop trying to depress all you."" He paused, took a swig of water, then looked down and fiddled with his combat vest. Miko waited a few moments, then looked up and put on a slight grin. ""So, you're a mortar monkey like me, but what's your position? 'N where'd you come from?"""
7686,Pretty Okay Company (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322140&start=75,2014-12-05T07:02:00,Agritum,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Recruit Poppy Blossom (Duke)</span><br/><br/>Poppy made her way through, holding her somewhat smelly rations and quietly munching upon them. The savour wasn't the best, but it was definitely enough to put her tastebuds into motion again. Back in Altaflor, she wasn't exactly a big eater, but the exerting work shifts of her floristry shop had ingrained Poppy with the habit of eating a light, sustainment sandwich every hournor two. In the Army, she had substituted sandwiches for the caloric bars, but they always felt much less tasty.<br/><br/>The eyes of the young recruit suddenly fell on a group of men and women conversing and eating next to her, some of them bearing the insignia of Duke. Her squaddies, definitely.<br/><br/>Adjusting the red poppy flower affixed to her helmet's net, the Altaflorian girl suddenly walked in the midst of the group, while reaching in her pockets for some leftover daisies. ""Good morning....chaps!"" she started. Shyness was not a problem for her: working with a lot of customers was the norm, back at the shop. Poppy promptly held out the daisies to Miko, the oddly accented mana and Alessia, as if inviting them to pick their favourite one.<br/><br/>""Here, take this as a gift from me!"" She added, smiling."
7687,Pretty Okay Company (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322140&start=75,2014-12-05T15:01:00,The Carlisle,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Lillian Skarbeck</span></span><br/><br/>Lillian's eye brow's perked up when Evardin said he was from Oorburg. The man did not look the part, but his story held true to her. She remembered being taught in school about the technological revolution and how many country folk moved to the cities for work. She just never knew the extent. But it was touching nonetheless. She figured her parent's would have done the same thing if it meant giving her and them a good life.<br/><br/>She smiled at Evardin when she asked her that question. ""Busy and physically demanding. From the time I was six, I was helping ma and pa in the harvests. And it got harder as I got older. Most of the work centered around the coffee trees. Pruning, spraying pesticides, picking, making sure they don't die in a bad winter, and making sure the water flows out well. Our lives centered around those trees. But there were other work too. Housework, taking care of the animals, and caring for the little ones. Also adding school into that and I rarely had much free time. As soon as I got home, it was homework and chores. And when the harvests came, all I did was pick cherries all day for a week. Luckily, they let us out of school for that, so I wasn't missing any school,"" She said, sighing and taking one last sip of mud, finishing it, ""But, I really didn't mind. I liked working on the farm. 'Builds muscle and a good work ethic' my father always said, and he was right. And, it eventually became my passion. Getting up, doing housework, tending the coffee, working up a good sweat. I enjoyed all that. And the hard work always payed off come harvest. Every cherry I picked was a sign of my effort."" She chuckled a bit and sighed. So far away from the farm. But she knew she would be back, tending to the trees. She felt a bit homesick, being so far away from the farm. She wouldn't even be there for the spring harvest. She wondered how the littler ones would handle the extra work with her not there.<br/><br/>""Sorry. I went on a bit off there didn't I? Anyways, not everything is hard in that sort of life. We had the evenings to unwind, and vacations. Never went far, but it was nice once in a while. And there are the festivals and holidays all around the year to have fun. The Spring and Fall harvest festivals in our town were the funnest parts of the year. And there were my friends which I hung out and rose a ruckus with,"" she said. Her mind was half-there/ half reminiscing. Those times were some of the fondest memories she had. She missed those days, when it she was just a farm hand, and not just a conscript. But those memories kept her going out here, and gave her something to look forward to when she gets back.<br/><br/>She focused back on Evardin, done reminiscing. ""So, what was it like, growing up in a city?"" she said."
7688,Pretty Okay Company (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322140&start=75,2014-12-05T15:51:00,Pan Asian Amercian Coalition,"<blockquote><div><cite>Toishima <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322140&amp;p=22672878#p22672878"">wrote</a>:</cite><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Recruit Adelaide Orchidia Meadows</span><br/><br/>Adelaide jumped sightly at the sudden voice, looking up from behind her work. A tall, blonde-haired man had stuck his head into the tent, carrying some food with him. She looked him up and down, not detecting any outward injuries or ailments. It took her a couple of seconds to recognise that it was her squad's marksman, and realised what he had actually asked. She instinctively and awkwardly looked back downwards, subconsciously hoping he would go away. Another second passed and she noticed he was still there.<br/><br/>""Private Barrisivo, the medical tent is for the platoon's medical staff and those in need of attention only,"" Adelaide informed him, her voice soft and controlled to a near-monotonous drone, ""I have work to do now. Thank you.""<br/><br/>Going back to her inventory lists, she took another scoop of food, seemingly ignoring him if he was still there. <span style=""font-style: italic"">We may need more Promethazine and Paracetamol... I should bring this up with Lance Corporal Drael.</span>The only sound for some time was her ballpoint pen scratching at the papers, along with the occasional shuffling of other documents. Her mind inevitably wandered to the Private, though, and she paused her work to quickly finish up the food and get it over with. <span style=""font-style: italic"">A marksman. Kills from afar. Extremely deadly, and thus would be a priority target for the enemy- if he is not hidden.</span> She pulled out his medical record, and noted his age- <span style=""font-style: italic"">even younger than myself. He must be watched</span>.<br/><br/>She glanced back up to the tent flap to check if he was still there.</div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/>""Private Barrisivo, the medical tent is for the platoon's medical staff and those in need of attention only,"" Adelaide informed him, her voice soft and controlled to a near-monotonous drone, ""I have work to do now. Thank you.""<br/><br/>Artyom withdrew his head as soon as she looked back towards her paperwork. He wasn't going to stay where he wasn't wanted. The entire act was at the same time disappointing and promising, however. Artyom's gut feeling that she would be like his sister was seen almost half right, but in the good way. Nowhere near as bitey.<span style=""font-style: italic"">She seemed kind of nervous....</span><br/><br/>He better things to do than pester the medic with his breathing at the door, so he wandered around the immediate area. Finding two metal boxes, and he checked to make sure they weren't the medic's boxes, he made an impromptu seat and table, and sat a few meters across from the entrance flap on the tent. Artyom opened his rations slowly, to minimize noise, and seperated the contents into two piles, one he would eat now and one he would save for later. After this he unslung his hunter's rifle from his shoulders and gently lay part of the it on the table. The rifle was a massive weapon; almost as long as some (shorter) people are tall, 13 kilograms, and a hilariously large 15 mm bullet. It was heavy, unwieldly, and generally overkill for shooting basically anything, but Artyom refused to part with it anyways.<br/><br/>He began dissembling the action of the weapon with a spoon of a strange, nutty brown paste stuck firmly between his teeth. Artyom never had the paste before, but could tell that it was still cheaply made. His plan was to disassemble and reassemble the rifle until he thought of something better to do. And knowing himself, he was going to be there a while."
7689,Pretty Okay Company (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322140&start=75,2014-12-05T17:05:00,Galter Gulcher,"<blockquote><div><cite>Glorious Rebublic of Alevstan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322140&amp;p=22682727#p22682727"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Ayreonia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322140&amp;p=22674146#p22674146"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Private Alessia Ricce (Honora)</span><br/><hr/><br/>Snip</div></blockquote><br/>Miko smiled wryly as Alessia unfolded—or, more likely, spun out of thin air—her story. After she finished, he took a few moments to eat the rest of his ""meal,"" if it could be called even that much. Some of the dry grey paste that supposedly gave them nutrients got stuck in his throat. He coughed and washed it down with water. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Just like a toilet flushes down waste,</span> he thought, then snorted. Almost like he was homesick, though these gods-cursed battlefronts had been his home for the past few years. Miko finally responded to her story. ""Don't mean to rain on your parade, but that's not really believable. In this shitty country, you're either up in the clouds or writhing in the dirt, in terms of influence, money, all that good stuff. I can say I'm the true king of Antediluvia get some blacksmith to make a fake artefact to 'prove' it, but that doesn't change anything. It's still an outright lie, I'm still not the tyrant who controls our lives, still down in that metaphorical dirt.""<br/><blockquote><div><cite>Galter Gulcher <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322140&amp;p=22679135#p22679135"">wrote</a>:</cite>Snip</div></blockquote><br/>Miko was surprised to see another man sitting on a crate over near the Crawler. The guy'd been really quiet, but now he spoke up with a heavy accent, barely understandable. ""Eh. We'd all rather be back home doing <span style=""font-style: italic"">anything</span> than out here waiting to get killed. It's only a matter of time for that. Anyways, I'll stop trying to depress all you."" He paused, took a swig of water, then looked down and fiddled with his combat vest. Miko waited a few moments, then looked up and put on a slight grin. ""So, you're a mortar monkey like me, but what's your position? 'N where'd you come from?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Carl chuckled,and then said abruptly<br/>""If ah havent fallen doon a mines shaft 'n' skelp mah heid, a'm yer section leader! a'm fae Blackroccke a'm mah nam' is Carl Hickin. Nice tae make yer acquaintance.""<br/>Then, out of the blue came a girl handing out flowers, he smiled and accepted it gracefully, even as he was wondering to himself about what to do with it.<br/>""Thenk ye fur th'...flower.""<br/>Carl cared little for flowers, or anything of the nature. But he would put up with it, the girls name was Rose or Poppy or something like that, so he figured she probably grew up in a life related to flowers. Carl's idea of a flower however was allot different and plenty as feminine, so to say."
7690,Pretty Okay Company (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322140&start=75,2014-12-05T18:53:00,Reverend Norv,"<blockquote><div><cite>Mincaldenteans <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322140&amp;p=22681748#p22681748"">wrote</a>:</cite>Alrick saved the questions for later and grimaced at the remains of his coffee before downing it all along with the hesitation that nearly overrode his will; the taste wasn't something he wanted to experience if it came back up. Setting the cup aside he began cleaning his own implements in a quick fastidious manner, something instilled into him since childhood and certainly not by choice. The zu Heltzers and their attention to detail was insufferable, but he had to grudgingly admit the House wouldn't have survived this long were it not for its strict codes that ran anywhere from politics to breathing to the leaves that blanketed the forest floor of Grun Himmel. <br/><br/>He sat back down once he had stored everything away, his field pack close by and within reach if needed as per usual. ""What's it like in Rialtum?"" Alrick asked with a more conversational tone than his last response.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Evardin propped his assault pack up against a nearby log, and leaned back against it, letting his forearms rest on his knees. He watched Alrick clean up his cup and plate.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Fastidious fellow, isn't he?</span>Evardin hadn't expected that from a noble.<span style=""font-style: italic"">I'd have thought they'd all be used to having servants clean up after them. Nobody's simple, I guess.</span><br/><br/>When Alrick asked about Rialtum, Evardin smiled. He smiled a lot, the young doctor, but most of the time the expression was gentle, a little sad, indicative more of careworn kindness than of pleasure or joy. But now Evardin heard an ease in Alrick's voice, an unguarded curiosity.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Kid's letting his guard down. Good. He won't survive if he tries to go it alone.</span>And so Evardin's smile held a real warmth, and his grey-green eyes danced with good cheer.<br/><br/>""Rialtum,"" the medic said slowly, rolling the word around on his tongue. He leaned his head back, and gazed at the low rooftops of the village where the platoon was stationed. ""Well, it's bigger than this place,"" Evardin joked wryly. He shrugged. ""It's not bad to look at - no smokestacks filling the air with smog, like in some areas of Oorburg. Lots of brick buildings, lots of metal. It's a port, and you can walk down the waterfront where these huge ships come in from all over the world, with things - ah, things you wouldn't believe."" Evardin was warming to his subject now, his voice deep and lilting, like an old storyteller at a campfire. ""Bales of coconuts the size of my head, and mahogany logs stacked one atop the other, and tuna the size of a horse. There are these cranes, taller than the tallest building, that swing back and forth overhead, and unload the wares, and they cast vast moving shadows over the streets.""<br/><br/>Evardin raised a finger. ""And yet, if you wander into one of those waterfront warehouses late at night, you might come upon some secret rite - men and women robed, chanting, burning incense. They say that if you happen to join one of those rituals, the night can last for an age."" The medic was deliberately laying it on thick, and there was an ironic glint in his eye - but despite himself, he thought of a night four years ago when the Precambrians had moved like ghosts, like wildfire through the trees, and Evardin and his comrades had seemed unable to respond faster than an ant's pace.<span style=""font-style: italic"">That night did last an age</span>, Evardin thought, and shivered.<br/><br/>""Anyway,"" the medic concluded, ""what I miss most about Rialtum is the sea. You can walk along the coast at sunset, a little ways out of the city, and look out over the vast ocean, with its waves still rolling gently into shore like they have every evening since the dawn of time, and you feel - small, I guess, but in a good way. It always makes me feel like the world is ultimately good, ultimately full of beauty that none of us - our greed, our wars, our hatred - can ever sully."" Evardin smiled quietly, and thought of Ellie's small head resting in his lap as she murmured her poetry and stared out to the ocean's far horizon. ""There were seaside sunsets at Rialtum before the first man ever set foot there,"" the medic concluded, ""and there will be seaside sunsets at Rialtum long after I am dead and gone."" Evardin shrugged. ""I find that a comforting fact to remember.""<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>The Carlisle <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322140&amp;p=22688145#p22688145"">wrote</a>:</cite>She smiled at Evardin when she asked her that question. ""Busy and physically demanding. From the time I was six, I was helping ma and pa in the harvests. And it got harder as I got older. Most of the work centered around the coffee trees. Pruning, spraying pesticides, picking, making sure they don't die in a bad winter, and making sure the water flows out well. Our lives centered around those trees. But there were other work too. Housework, taking care of the animals, and caring for the little ones. Also adding school into that and I rarely had much free time. As soon as I got home, it was homework and chores. And when the harvests came, all I did was pick cherries all day for a week. Luckily, they let us out of school for that, so I wasn't missing any school,"" She said, sighing and taking one last sip of mud, finishing it, ""But, I really didn't mind. I liked working on the farm. 'Builds muscle and a good work ethic' my father always said, and he was right. And, it eventually became my passion. Getting up, doing housework, tending the coffee, working up a good sweat. I enjoyed all that. And the hard work always payed off come harvest. Every cherry I picked was a sign of my effort."" She chuckled a bit and sighed. So far away from the farm. But she knew she would be back, tending to the trees. She felt a bit homesick, being so far away from the farm. She wouldn't even be there for the spring harvest. She wondered how the littler ones would handle the extra work with her not there.<br/><br/>""Sorry. I went on a bit off there didn't I? Anyways, not everything is hard in that sort of life. We had the evenings to unwind, and vacations. Never went far, but it was nice once in a while. And there are the festivals and holidays all around the year to have fun. The Spring and Fall harvest festivals in our town were the funnest parts of the year. And there were my friends which I hung out and rose a ruckus with,"" she said. Her mind was half-there/ half reminiscing. Those times were some of the fondest memories she had. She missed those days, when it she was just a farm hand, and not just a conscript. But those memories kept her going out here, and gave her something to look forward to when she gets back.<br/><br/>She focused back on Evardin, done reminiscing. ""So, what was it like, growing up in a city?"" she said.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Before he replied, Evardin shook his head, with that same kind smile playing about his lips. ""You didn't go off there, not at all. You let me see your home, even though I've never been there."" The medic sucked in a deep breath, and thought of families working together, bringing in the food that would keep them alive, dancing together at festivals, dozing off around a fire on a chilly evening.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Simple. Simple and wholesome and good. The way that man was meant to live.</span>A sudden, unexpected pang of longing tore at Evardin's heart: longing for a past that he had never had, and for a future that seemed always just a tiny bit beyond his reach. The medic nodded quietly to himself. ""That is a good home, Lillian,"" he said, and glanced over to meet the young woman's eye. ""I am glad you have it to return to.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">And I hope that you live to do so,</span>Evardin thought.<span style=""font-style: italic"">By all the eight hundred, with all my heart, I do hope you get to go back and pick cherries again with your brothers and sisters. When this is all over. If this is ever all over.</span><br/><br/>""Growing up in a city,"" Evardin said slowly, considering Lillian's question. ""Well, I don't know, exactly. Not in - general terms, I guess you could say."" The medic scratched his jaw distractedly.<span style=""font-style: italic"">What to say?</span><br/><br/>He thought of smokestacks belching noxious clouds into the air, of his father coming home with his scorched face slack with exhaustion, of his mother's vacant stare as she tried to make sense of a world that was too big and too fast-moving for her ever to grasp it. Of the sound of shouting and weeping from his parents' room, just on the other side of the door that divided the family's two-room apartment, the sound that had kept Evardin awake every night for a decade. He thought of the mob of industrial migrant workers that filled the streets every morning, the pant and groan of anonymous rutting and copulating a foot away on the other side of the plywood walls that divided the tenement apartments. He thought of the smell: the smell of unwashed bodies, scorched metal, hard liquor. The smell of desperation and despair, and slow death.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">What to say?</span><br/><br/>""We were new in town,"" Evardin explained slowly. ""We spoke only Nahumic, with a really old fashioned accent. The natives could barely understand us. The neighborhood kids thought I was hilarious. They'd ask me to talk, and the results would have them in stitches.""<span style=""font-style: italic"">And throwing scrap iron at my head.</span>The medic's mouth twisted bitterly. ""Everyone worked in the foundries. All the workers lived together in big buildings toward the edge of town. It was crowded. There was...community, I guess, though not like what you'd find in a farming village. The work was very hard, and dangerous. Everyone found respite from it in his or her own way."" Evardin thought of the empty perkele bottles rolling around the bed, and his father's glassy stare and gurgling laugh. ""There were worse places to grow up,"" the medic concluded quietly. ""There were better. I got out when I was sixteen; hopped a freight train out of the valley. Never went back.""<br/><br/>Evardin considered saying more, and decided against it. He planted his hands on his knees, and pushed himself to his feet. ""Get ready,"" he advised. ""I imagine we'll be moving on soon enough."" The medic paused. ""Check your feet,"" he added, with that kind, quiet smile. ""You're carrying enough without adding blisters or foot rot to the mix."" Evardin slung his pack over one shoulder. ""I'm going to check on platoon medical supplies."" He nodded to his squad-mates. ""I'll be back soon.""<br/><br/>And with that, Evardin Drael stumped off through the mud, and thought about his past and his future, and dreamed of the seaside sunsets of Rialtum."
7691,Pretty Okay Company (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322140&start=75,2014-12-05T22:00:00,Mincaldenteans,"Alrick got up, nodding to Lillian politely and moving off not too far from her where his belongings laid. He checked his stuff as per usual, especially the medication that was concealed in his bag. It was a habitual for him to keep checking even if he knew no one was aware of it, let alone steal it. They wouldn't have much use for it anyway and selling it off would only raise unwanted attention in public. That thought should have felt like a security blanket to his worries but it offered little comfort, both mentally and physically. Medicine to the House was cold hard math with a pinch of ruthless efficiency. How else was Linvale the leading city for the best and brightest in the medical field?<br/><br/>""Certainly then smelting ores and choking on metals,"" he said to no one in particular under his breath at the reminder of Oorburg and its start contrast to Linvale."
7692,Pretty Okay Company (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322140&start=75,2014-12-05T23:59:00,Glorious ReBublic of Alevstan,"<blockquote><div><cite>Agritum <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322140&amp;p=22684513#p22684513"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Recruit Poppy Blossom (Duke)</span><br/><br/>Poppy made her way through, holding her somewhat smelly rations and quietly munching upon them. The savour wasn't the best, but it was definitely enough to put her tastebuds into motion again. Back in Altaflor, she wasn't exactly a big eater, but the exerting work shifts of her floristry shop had ingrained Poppy with the habit of eating a light, sustainment sandwich every hournor two. In the Army, she had substituted sandwiches for the caloric bars, but they always felt much less tasty.<br/><br/>The eyes of the young recruit suddenly fell on a group of men and women conversing and eating next to her, some of them bearing the insignia of Duke. Her squaddies, definitely. <br/><br/>Adjusting the red poppy flower affixed to her helmet's net, the Altaflorian girl suddenly walked in the midst of the group, while reaching in her pockets for some leftover daisies. ""Good morning....chaps!"" she started. Shyness was not a problem for her: working with a lot of customers was the norm, back at the shop. Poppy promptly held out the daisies to Miko, the oddly accented mana and Alessia, as if inviting them to pick their favourite one.<br/><br/>""Here, take this as a gift from me!"" She added, smiling.</div></blockquote><br/>Another newcomer, with a flower, of all things, in her helmet net, came walking into the group, this time the other mortar operator he had seen earlier. She was the one who had given the vase of flowers to the officer earlier. After greeting them cheerfully, she—Poppy or some silly name like that—held out a handful of colourful blossoms, apparently showing them off or something of the sort.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Mus be hard to grow those out here,</span>he thought absentmindedly. After she told them something Miko didn't hear, Carl, apparently the team leader for his mortar, took one, and Miko realised she was offering them.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Of course. Must be some sort of greeting wherever she hails from. </span>He picked out a flower at random and held it, unsure of what to do with it. ""Ehh... thank you for the... flower, Poppy?"" he said slowly, still somewhat confused as to why she was doing this. He finally resolved to put the bright yellow blossom in a pouch in his vest, where he usually held miscellany such as a compass and pencil. ""Anyways, welcome to Duke. I think you're on Carl and mine's team, if I'm not mistaken. Where'd you hail from?"" Miko leaned back against the hull of the APC and absently twirled the flower in his pocket.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Well, this is most everybody in Duke and Honora, it looks. Probably the people I'll be living and fighting with for months to come. Not dying with, if the eight hundred look well upon us.</span>He was already beginning to feel much more comfortable with their two small squads, which he hadn't felt since his first deployment, when he was, gods forbid it ever happen again, actually<span style=""font-style: italic"">excited</span>to go to war and feel the adrenaline rushing through his body. Miko wasn't excited after his first battle. Two buddies in the platoon, both staring with glassy, lifeless eyes into the grey sky, rain not quite washing a twin fountains of red away into the dirt where they would stay. Then on the next mission he thought killing him some Precambrian fuckers would partially patch that void in his heart. It was as empty before as after he saw one of them fall in front of his sights. He never felt anything but dread and rarely anger on operations now. At least he wasn't a rifleman anymore, didn't have to see his 'enemies,' the people his superiors told him to shoot at, fall to the ground as a red flower blossomed on the dirt. He didn't see as often his buddies fall never to rise again, but those empty seats on IFVs and white-veiled shapes brought back to camp were telling enough, most of the time."
7693,Pretty Okay Company (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322140&start=75,2014-12-06T09:13:00,Reverend Norv,"Evardin Drael strolled through the camp, pausing to give a friendly nod to Gurt and to glance, eyebrows raised, at Arytom - who was sitting by himself and cleaning an extraordinarily large hunting rifle. The medic chuckled and clapped the young man on the shoulder. ""If we run into any elephants that chose to fight on the Precambrian side,"" he remarked, ""I'll be sure to let you know."" Evardin gave the weapon another glance.<span style=""font-style: italic"">I wonder if that thing could pierce light armor?</span>he mused.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Uriyah be willing, we'll never need to find out.</span><br/><br/>Somehow, Evardin doubted that the powers above would be so kind.<br/><br/>A few more minutes of trudging through the mud, and Evardin arrived at the medical tent. Adelaide was already there, sitting alone at the table in the corner of the tent and doing paperwork.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Inventory</span>, Evardin thought.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Smart girl.</span>Adelaide reminded him of Alrick, in some ways. Both were young, fairly inexperienced; both were by-the-book and withdrawn. They both seemed to think that forming attachments to their comrades could be a liability in combat. Evardin, over his years of service, had come to the opposite conclusion.<span style=""font-style: italic"">If you try to survive a war alone, without anyone to talk to or care for, then your mind will break long before your body. But you'll still end up just as dead.</span><br/><br/>Nevertheless, Adelaide was brisk, professional, and smart as a whip. She had the unusual merit of actually being a credentialed doctor, which impressed Evardin; for all that Adelaide must have been scarcely a year out of medical school, even that level of professional training was still very rare among frontline medics. Evardin - a professional trauma surgeon with ten years of combat experience - looked at her in something of the same way he viewed the residents back at the hospital in Rialtum: Adelaide was inexperienced as a doctor, and extremely inexperienced as a combat medic, but she had a level of formal training that demanded respect and made her a valuable resource for the platoon medical team.<br/><br/>And so, without ever having made a conscious choice in the matter, Evardin had long since decided to show the younger medic the ropes.<span style=""font-style: italic"">She'll be better at her job if she doesn't have to figure everything out by herself, and maybe it'll bring her out of her shell a little - and thus keep her from being shell-shocked home the first time we catch a heavy bombardment.</span>But Evardin knew better than to try to make small talk, at least right off the bat. As with the residents at the Rialtum hospital, friendship would have to grow out of a professional relationship, not vice versa.<br/><br/>Thus it was that when the young surgeon ducked into the medical tent, he offered Adelaide a professional nod and a small, gentle smile. ""Hey, Recruit. Just checking in."" Evardin stepped up behind Adelaide and glanced over her shoulder at the paperwork. ""Inventory? Good thinking."" In reality, Evardin had allowed himself to get careless about inventory a long time ago.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Resupply hardly ever gets here anyway. Better to assume that what you have in your pack is what you've got, rather than hoping for drugs to arrive from the rear on trucks that won't show up until the End of Days.</span>But Adelaide's diligence showed professionalism, and that was what counted.<br/><br/>""Anything in particular we're short on?""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Other than everything</span>, Evardin mentally added. He leaned against a gurney, his soft grey-green eyes steadily watching the younger medic. When he spoke again, his voice was less brisk, more personal. ""How's your squad, Adelaide?"" the medic asked softly. ""Wearbear Two has a problem with blisters and foot rot; I've been talking to my people about hygiene. Any problems in Altaflor? Everyone got their head screwed on straight?"" The implication was clear: medical issues among frontline troops were not limited to the physical. Evardin watched Adelaide quietly, attentively, as he waited for her reply."
7694,Pretty Okay Company (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322140&start=75,2014-12-06T10:31:00,Toishima,"<blockquote><div><cite>Reverend Norv <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322140&amp;p=22695546#p22695546"">wrote</a>:</cite><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Evardin""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Evardin Drael strolled through the camp, pausing to give a friendly nod to Gurt and to glance, eyebrows raised, at Arytom - who was sitting by himself and cleaning an extraordinarily large hunting rifle. The medic chuckled and clapped the young man on the shoulder. ""If we run into any elephants that chose to fight on the Precambrian side,"" he remarked, ""I'll be sure to let you know."" Evardin gave the weapon another glance. <span style=""font-style: italic"">I wonder if that thing could pierce light armor?</span> he mused. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Uriyah be willing, we'll never need to find out.</span><br/><br/>Somehow, Evardin doubted that the powers above would be so kind.<br/><br/>A few more minutes of trudging through the mud, and Evardin arrived at the medical tent. Adelaide was already there, sitting alone at the table in the corner of the tent and doing paperwork. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Inventory</span>, Evardin thought. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Smart girl.</span> Adelaide reminded him of Alrick, in some ways. Both were young, fairly inexperienced; both were by-the-book and withdrawn. They both seemed to think that forming attachments to their comrades could be a liability in combat. Evardin, over his years of service, had come to the opposite conclusion. <span style=""font-style: italic"">If you try to survive a war alone, without anyone to talk to or care for, then your mind will break long before your body. But you'll still end up just as dead.</span><br/><br/>Nevertheless, Adelaide was brisk, professional, and smart as a whip. She had the unusual merit of actually being a credentialed doctor, which impressed Evardin; for all that Adelaide must have been scarcely a year out of medical school, even that level of professional training was still very rare among frontline medics. Evardin - a professional trauma surgeon with ten years of combat experience - looked at her in something of the same way he viewed the residents back at the hospital in Rialtum: Adelaide was inexperienced as a doctor, and extremely inexperienced as a combat medic, but she had a level of formal training that demanded respect and made her a valuable resource for the platoon medical team. <br/><br/>And so, without ever having made a conscious choice in the matter, Evardin had long since decided to show the younger medic the ropes. <span style=""font-style: italic"">She'll be better at her job if she doesn't have to figure everything out by herself, and maybe it'll bring her out of her shell a little - and thus keep her from being shell-shocked home the first time we catch a heavy bombardment.</span> But Evardin knew better than to try to make small talk, at least right off the bat. As with the residents at the Rialtum hospital, friendship would have to grow out of a professional relationship, not vice versa.<br/><br/>Thus it was that when the young surgeon ducked into the medical tent, he offered Adelaide a professional nod and a small, gentle smile. ""Hey, Recruit. Just checking in."" Evardin stepped up behind Adelaide and glanced over her shoulder at the paperwork. ""Inventory? Good thinking."" In reality, Evardin had allowed himself to get careless about inventory a long time ago. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Resupply hardly ever gets here anyway. Better to assume that what you have in your pack is what you've got, rather than hoping for drugs to arrive from the rear on trucks that won't show up until the End of Days.</span> But Adelaide's diligence showed professionalism, and that was what counted.<br/><br/>""Anything in particular we're short on?"" <span style=""font-style: italic"">Other than everything</span>, Evardin mentally added. He leaned against a gurney, his soft grey-green eyes steadily watching the younger medic. When he spoke again, his voice was less brisk, more personal. ""How's your squad, Adelaide?"" the medic asked softly. ""Wearbear Two has a problem with blisters and foot rot; I've been talking to my people about hygiene. Any problems in Altaflor? Everyone got their head screwed on straight?"" The implication was clear: medical issues among frontline troops were not limited to the physical. Evardin watched Adelaide quietly, attentively, as he waited for her reply.</div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Recruit Adelaide Orchidia Meadows</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Why do we have so much morphine?</span>Adelaide went back to her work after checking if Barrisivo was still there. He wasn't, and she felt somewhat relieved inside. There would be no distractions, and the ever-crucial stock-taking could continue. She was bad at small-talk anyway, and their professional relationship as squad mates could take a turn for the worse if she somehow failed at idle conversation.<br/><br/>Evardin's entry was much less subtle compared to Barrisivo's, and Adelaide looked up at her senior both in rank and skill. Off the field, he was a trained and certified trauma surgeon. Their areas of expertise were vastly different, but she still respected the man. He had proven to be amicable and professional during the short time they had been together, which did wonders for cooperation between the platoon's three medics. Adelaide found it much easier to talk to Evardin than anyone else, the Lance Corporal seemingly understanding her way of doing things.<br/><br/>""Hey, Recruit. Just checking in. Inventory? Good thinking,"" Evardin said, moving up behind her, ""anything in particular we're short on?""<br/><br/>""Thank you for your complement, Lance Corporal Drael,"" Adelaide responded crisply, replying his nod. She lifted a vase of orchids and pulled out a folder that had been underneath, sliding out a neatly-compiled list of equipment and tools. This she put together with a second list of medicines that she had just been finishing up. Both were handed to Evardin for closer inspection.<br/><br/>""Lance Corporal, we are especially short on promethazine, antibiotics, saline and safety pins, as well as APAP, DPH and PSE. I have filled in requests for everything except the PSE, I'm working on that now. We somehow have too much NSAIDs, morphine and gauze for some reason. I have a strange feeling Werebear 2's supplies somehow came here. They may also have our stuff.""<br/><br/>She appreciated that Evardin listened patiently and attentively. She was aware of the monotony in her droning ""serious voice"", and its profound exhaustive effect on uninterested people. The man before her just knew when to be serious and when not to be.<span style=""font-style: italic"">He must have amazing bedside manners... Nothing less is expected for a man in his field, I suppose.</span>Those grey-green eyes could drill into a person, but they did so<span style=""font-style: italic"">softly</span>. It was an odd feeling, to be scrutinised by this Lance Corporal.<br/><br/>""How's your squad, Adelaide? Wearbear Two has a problem with blisters and foot rot; I've been talking to my people about hygiene.""<br/><br/>Adelaide made a mental note to get to the squad leader about this issue. Especially with the local and current weather, foot rot would be a problem for careless soldiers. Those rumours about wild snakes in the immediate area were probably one of the main causes.<br/><br/>""Any problems in Altaflor? Everyone got their head screwed on straight?""<br/><br/>The last question was particularly biting. While most others in the platoon had been spending the last few days of their deployment socialising, making friends and getting to know each other, she found she was spending very little time with the rest of her squad mates, what with the vast amount of work she<span style=""font-style: italic"">had</span>to do for the benefit of the whole platoon. Things just had to be sacrificed to make way for others. Even so, the minutes-ago encounter with Barrisivo seemed to take on greater significance.<br/><br/>""While they are all generally fit for combat, I am not entirely certain about the squad's mental condition. I have..."" Adelaide paused for a while, a regretful expression crossing her face for a moment before returning to the usual expressionless stare, ""I have yet to have much interaction with the rest of the squad members. From what I have observed, they are all probably fine. I will find out what I can."""
7695,Pretty Okay Company (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322140&start=75,2014-12-06T11:45:00,The Carlisle,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Maxie</span><br/><br/>Maxie sat quietly, listening to his squad talk and eating his ration. He didn't really mind the taste as much as the others did. In fact, he preferred them, not because of taste but because of what they meant to him. The ration reminded him of when he became an actual soldier. For years he ate good food in the noble companies, but the food there never sated him and only served as a reminder that he was still under the yoke of his blood. After being transferred into a regular company, the first ration nearly made him vomit. But that first ration was a sort of rite of passage into being a real soldier.<br/><br/>He didn't speak at all, content to listen to his squad talk between themselves. He enjoyed the small talk about their lives. Maybe his speech worked! Though, to be honest, he didn't want to interrupt nor when to talk. Really, he was a little socially inept. Being sheltered most of his life and rarely speaking with anyone outside of the nobility for most if his life really didn't help his conversation skills with regular people. Though he did smile a bit when Evardin said he came from Oorburg. Couldn't help to, he still had hometown pride. When Alrick spoke, he was a bit surprised. He looked like he wouldn't speak to be honest, but I guess you can't ignore someone if they addressed you directly. Though, Maxie felt he was the focus of most of Alrick's attention. He could feel the disdain permeating from him. It was a bit saddening to Maxie, that someone would hate him for his blood. But he didn't let that show, keeping his emotions tucked inside.<br/><br/>Though his heart sank on hearing Evardin speak of his childhood. He could tell that he was being vague, mainly because he saw the problems upfront. It was from the time in his teen when he would sneak out of the palace to meet up with friends in the Arbeiter District. He remembered having fun and causing ruckus with them. He felt so free during those times with them. But, he also saw the problems they faced. They were poor, living in the tenants, and they always had problems at home. They always were sad when they had to break up for the day, as this was their only respite in their hard lives. Of course, that ended years ago. His cover was eventually blown, and he lost his friends and freedom. He saw in Evardin what he saw in some of his friends, and... something in himself.<br/><br/>""A desire to escape,"" he thought.<br/><br/>Maxie finished the last bite of his ration. The rest of the squad looked to be finished with theirs as well. He picked up his scraps off the ground and got up. ""If your finished, clean up and get ready to leave. Make sure your weapons are clean and you have enough ammo packed,"" Maxie said,""Don't want to keep Flower waiting on us.""<br/><br/>He heard Alrick mumble something, but ignored it. He figured he shouldn't get into something that'll likely lead to a conflict right now. He needed the squad to be ready to leave, and a quarrel would delay that. He walked off to the squad supply tent to make sure he had enough ammo in his pack."
7696,Pretty Okay Company (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322140&start=75,2014-12-06T14:38:00,Nature-Spirits,"""This is just fine, Private!"" Rialto shouted over the roar of the engine in response to Wymond's question, and the driver nodded, looking back to the muddy road. ""So, have you been in the service for long, Dalca?"" the lieutenant continued. ""I'm Rialto, by the way. Vester Jacomo Rialto. From Rialtum, in case you couldn't tell.""<br/><br/>Wymond gave a lopsided smile and looked back at the officer, watching the road with one eye. ""Been in the military three years,"" he replied, projecting his voice loudly enough to be audible without quite yelling. It was a practised skill, one that he had mastered over his many years surrounded by vehicles, heavy machinery, and the sound pollution that came along with that. ""Never as a foot soldier, though. Once my superiors realised I work better with a machine than with human beings, there was no question I guess."" He turned to face the road again as he raised his right hand from the gear shift up to the steering wheel, turning it to round a bend in the road. As the Jeep raced through a puddle, muddy water splashed up onto the front of the car, and he bit his lip. He would have to wipe the vehicle down again the next chance he got -- not that he minded at all. He found maintenance and cleaning of vehicles to be therapeutic, and there had been many a time -- usually after a fight with his mother -- that he had disappeared for hours on end, only to be found under the hood of a truck parked in his family's garage. ""Y'know, sir, I've always wanted to visit Rialtum. I hear it has a big industrial sector. And didn't it have some sort of role during the Technological Revolution? I seem to remember something about that from back when I went to school."" He glanced back at Rialto before returning his gaze to the road, skirting around another puddle.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Damn I'm thirsty</span>, he realised, brown eyes touching on the murky water before it was completely behind them.<span style=""font-style: italic"">I've got water somewhere around here, right?</span>Glancing down, he reached for the floor beside his seat with his right hand and retrieved his canteen, steadying the steering wheel with his left knee to free both hands. He unscrewed the bottle and took a swig before returning his left hand to the wheel. The water was warm, contrary to what he would have preferred, but fairly fresh, and that was more than could be said for a lot of the water he'd had to consume over the years."
7697,Pretty Okay Company (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322140&start=75,2014-12-06T20:25:00,Reverend Norv,"<blockquote><div><cite>Toishima <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322140&amp;p=22696271#p22696271"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Thank you for your complement, Lance Corporal Drael,"" Adelaide responded crisply, replying his nod. She lifted a vase of orchids and pulled out a folder that had been underneath, sliding out a neatly-compiled list of equipment and tools. This she put together with a second list of medicines that she had just been finishing up. Both were handed to Evardin for closer inspection.<br/><br/>""Lance Corporal, we are especially short on promethazine, antibiotics, saline and safety pins, as well as APAP, DPH and PSE. I have filled in requests for everything except the PSE, I'm working on that now. We somehow have too much NSAIDs, morphine and gauze for some reason. I have a strange feeling Werebear 2's supplies somehow came here. They may also have our stuff.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Evardin's eyes remained on Adelaide's face until she was finished speaking; only then did he turn his attention to her lists.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Not much for rhetoric,</span>he thought,<span style=""font-style: italic"">but the girl knows her drugs.</span><br/><br/>The lists were as exact and professional as Evardin had expected. A humorless, bitter smile - a world away from Evardin's typical expression - flickered over the medic's face as he studied the platoon's supply status.<span style=""font-style: italic"">So we're low on allergy medications, but overstocked on combat painkillers and gauze. Maybe the supply people did get their trucks mixed up, or maybe someone up the chain of command just realized which supplies are most important to us out here.</span>Evardin handed the lists back, slowly.<span style=""font-style: italic"">It doesn't matter. We would be stupid to look this gift horse in the mouth.</span><br/><br/>Evardin hesitated a bit before he spoke; he knew better than to openly suggest to Adelaide that they bend the rules.<span style=""font-style: italic"">She respects me, but not that much.</span>Instead, the lance corporal shrugged a little. ""To tell you the truth, Recruit,"" he said with rueful honesty, ""I've got no idea why we're long on NSAIDs and short on symptom medicines.""<br/><br/>The surgeon leaned forward a little, and his voice - though still calm and gentle - turned deadly earnest. ""But we're out here in the forest,"" he explained, ""with winter coming on, and there are no Antediluvian combat units in front of us - just the enemy. We've pushed them back; they are going to want to do the same to us. They'll hit us, hard, before we have time to dig in and make our gains permanent."" Evardin shook his head. ""Might happen today, might happen tomorrow, but it'll happen. And when it does, we'll need every syringe of morphine we can lay our hands on."" The lance corporal leaned back again against the gurney, and he smiled ruefully at Adelaide. ""So go ahead and file the resupply requests. But if you want my advise? Just keep the analgesics and the gauze. We'll need them.""<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Toishima <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322140&amp;p=22696271#p22696271"">wrote</a>:</cite>""While they are all generally fit for combat, I am not entirely certain about the squad's mental condition. I have..."" Adelaide paused for a while, a regretful expression crossing her face for a moment before returning to the usual expressionless stare, ""I have yet to have much interaction with the rest of the squad members. From what I have observed, they are all probably fine. I will find out what I can.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Evardin held Adelaide's gaze for a moment, and there was something sympathetic and confident in his grey-green eyes. Then the surgeon nodded. ""I'm sure you will, Recruit,"" Evardin agreed, and he gave a crooked, familial smile. ""You are a consummate professional, Adelaide Orchidia Meadows; and it is a great comfort to me to know that you're watching out for Werebear One. There's no one I'd rather have stitching me up.""<br/><br/>With that, Evardin stood and handed the inventory lists back to Adelaide. ""Excellent job on the paperwork, by the way,"" he added with a tiny wink. ""Better you than me.""<br/><br/>The surgeon turned, as if to leave, and then paused, his eye caught by the vase of orchids. Evardin seemed momentarily wrong-footed, searching for words. Then he turned back to Adelaide and asked, a little bashfully: ""Do you mind if I take one of these flowers? My...daughter, I guess you'd call her, she likes to press them between the pages of her notebook. I'd like to send one of these to her in the mail."" The young surgeon's face softened, and his eyes were far away as he touched the petals of the flowers, his fingertips brushing over them with an unconscious precision and an exquisite gentleness. ""They're beautiful,"" Evardin remarked quietly."
7698,Pretty Okay Company (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322140&start=75,2014-12-06T20:38:00,New Zepuha,"<blockquote><div><cite>The United Remnants of America <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322140&amp;p=22682520#p22682520"">wrote</a>:</cite>Lukas looked up and around before his eyes rested on the Staff Sergeant and commander of his squad's IFV. The AT gunner gave a little snigger at his chiding of Rasittirk before taking a couple steps closer to him, ""Hey, Sarge. How's the brawler crawler running?"" Again, Lukas gave another sloppy salute, this time even sloppier, barely raising his hand past his shoulder in deference to McGundry's complaint. He'd known McGundry since he was shipped into Cravis Squad, and Lukas enjoyed few things more than hearing the anger and annoyance of Staff Sergeant Gurt McGundry be vocalized in his beautiful highlands accent.</div></blockquote><br/>Gurt flicked his burnt out cigarette butt at the smart ass young man. ""Like shit."" he simply said squinting at the man and shook his head. ""Acting like a fockin' child already are ya? Well once we roll out into combat, stay clear of Melinda, I'm gonna bring her close to the heat and I don't want your dumb brains spatter on my IFV eh?"" he said chuckling, almost cracking himself up. The lad was always a smart ass of some sorts, and he was one of the few faces Gurt recognized from earlier deployments. Gurt stood up to stretch his legs, his gut filled with a rather rotten slosh of rations. He was actually eager to be back into combat once again he'd been fighting so long it was the only thing he knew how to do; and he dreaded the day that he would be forced to retire or even worse. Get a desk job."
7699,Pretty Okay Company (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322140&start=75,2014-12-07T00:01:00,Pan Asian Amercian Coalition,"Artyom's quiet ritual rifle cleaning and quick lunch was interrupted by a sudden bout of laughter and a jolt on the shoulder from the medic of B squad, LC Drael. Artyom had nearly jumped as the kindly medic made a joke about an animal he had never heard of and continued into the medic's tent. It took a few minutes for his heartbeat to slow down and his mind to start back up, all the while staring where the medic had been with the look of a scared cat.<span style=""font-style: italic"">What's an elephant?</span>was his first thought as soon as he could think again.<br/><br/>After such a hair raising encounter with Drael, Artyom hastily picked up his rifle and scattered rations and almost ran back to his shared tent. Every time he met Drael, the LC managed to startle the hell out of him and it would eternally puzzle the hunter as to how he managed to do it with such regularity. He liked the medic, the Lance Corporal was a nice person, but it was astounding how he did that; not even Artyom's cat could sneak up on him like that. Besides, he had to go and recount his hunting rifle shells, load his marksman's rifle, write some letters home, make sure his kit is packed and that he has enough grenades, look where he's going....<br/><br/>Except the last one, judging by how he bowled into someone, knocking them over and tripping himself from the sudden change in velocity. He sprawled face down in the mud with his rations while the victim presumably did the same. Artyom raised his head out of the mud to see who had the misfortune of crossing today. It was just his luck that it was the leader of B squad.<span style=""font-style: italic"">If there is a sniper, right now would a be blessing</span>he thought. Maxie was on his way to the supply tent it seems, which was between the medic's tent and Artyom's."
7700,Pretty Okay Company (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322140&start=75,2014-12-07T01:37:00,Ayreonia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lieutenant Vester J. Rialto (One Actual)</span><br/><hr/><br/>""Nothing wrong with that,"" Vester had to almost yell to be audible. Dalca didn't, which was remarkable. ""If they haven't already, some people are going to tell you they don't think much of noncombatants."" His dry laugh got drowned in the noise that infernal machine was making. Vester had never had a mind for machinery, despite being from Rialto. ""Be they cooks, mechanics, commsmen, whatever. There's footsoldiers who mock fighting vehicle crews for<span style=""font-style: italic"">not having to walk as much.</span>Then there are grunts who despise officers, and officers who mock grunts...""<br/><br/>The Lieutenant let out a slight<span style=""font-style: italic"">whoa</span>at a bigger bump, then quickly composed his balance and dignity. ""Hmh. We both know that's bullshit, of course. In the end, we're all just cogs in the machine, cogs that come in different shapes and sizes.""<br/><br/>Vester had to smile at the Private's mention of Rialtum. The good Lieutenant did love his hometown, and thought it was the most beautiful city in all of Antediluvia, despite - or rather, because of - it's utilitarian simplicity. He would never admit it to himself, but the city and the man mirrored each other perfectly: both were simple, blunt and no-bullshit. On the surface, at least.<br/><br/>""Sure it had a role, soldier!"" he went on, taking on a lecturing tone without noticing it, ""The Revolution started there. I don't know if it's in the northern climate, as some claim, but we Rialtumi have never been good with controlling our tempers. It began as a dispute between two of our Guilds, the Whalers' Association and the Mages' Guild."" He quickly covered his forehead with a hand, a common Rialtumi habit when mentioning magic. ""It's said that it all started at an inn. By accident, the Whalers and the Mages had chosen the same place to celebrate one night, and things to a little heated."" Vester threw his head back and laughed heartily. ""Can you believe it? The defining point of our nation's history, one that almost destroyed it, all because a bunch of Rialtumi couldn't hold their alcohol."" He laughed again. Hell, this Dalca boy was okay company. Vester even decided to make a joke.<br/><br/>""You could come visit Rialtum, when we make it out of here alive.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Private Alessia Ricce (Honora)</span><br/><hr/><br/>Alessia's facts about her nobility were apparently somewhat jealousy-inciting, since nobody seemed to believe her. Whatever.<br/><br/>""Nobility aye? I'm sort of like that. My great unc is the chief of my family's tribe back in Revs,"" the one called Amalia smirked. This caught Alessia's attention.<br/><br/>""Tribe?"" she delivered, her already bright green eyes lighting up with amusement. ""Chief? You<span style=""font-style: italic"">got</span>those? Like, for-real, campfire-dancin', oonga-boonga tribal chiefs?"" She guffawed. ""That's<span style=""font-style: italic"">awesome.</span>I always knew I liked Revaalsbandt since I read this one travel article. Sounds even more awesome now. And that perkele?"" She smacked her lips. ""Ahh, great, great stuff. Makes a girl feel all funny."" She giggled.<br/><br/>And that was the extent of Alessia Ricce's attention span. The rest of Amalia's story got redirected to a dusty and seldom-used corner of the driver's brain, while most of its processing power was devoted to maintaining the mental image of painted bearskin-clad tribals jumping around a fire and taking shots of booze. Her only further reaction was ""Yeah, I'd love me some sexy fuck, too."" That is, until the one called Miko spoke up.<br/><br/>""Don't mean to rain on your parade, but that's not really believable. In this shitty country, you're either up in the clouds or writhing in the dirt, in terms of influence, money, all that good stuff. I can say I'm the true king of Antediluvia get some blacksmith to make a fake artefact to 'prove' it, but that doesn't change anything. It's still an outright lie, I'm still not the tyrant who controls our lives, still down in that metaphorical dirt.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">This</span>caught her attention. ""Okay, Miko guy,"" she announced, turning to the young man. She held up one finger. ""One: you're full of shit, fuck you."" Two fingers. ""Two: you're talkin' shit about the greatestest country on the planet, for which I'm gonna smack you so hard, when the Precams find your remains, they gonna think we've started Technological Revolution Two Point Zero."" Three fingers. ""Three: that last sentence had too many syllables. Apologize.""<br/><br/>She would probably have rambled on further, but a cute ""Good morning... chaps!"" diverted her thoughts. Had it not done so, the weed she got would have done so. ""Here, take this as a gift from me!"" the young girl the voice and daisies belonged to told them.<br/><br/>""Thank you, Flowergirl,"" she beamed up at her from her sitting position. Following Poppy's example, she put the little flower into her helmet net to accompany the various twigs, the cigarette pack and few pieces of toilet paper. ""This daisy is going to enhance my stealth capabilities by a metric fuckton. That's a professional estimate. Observe.""<br/><br/>She picked up her rifle, got up and sprinted to a nearby bush, then promptly leapt into it. Seconds ticked by. Just as the rest of the squad began considering dragging her out, she jumped out with a fierce war cry and pew-pewed to the east. Following that, she shouldered her rifle nonchalantly and sauntered back to her comrades. ""Operator as<span style=""font-style: italic"">fuck,</span>"" she murmured, satisfied, as she sat back down."
7701,Pretty Okay Company (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322140&start=75,2014-12-07T01:46:00,The United Remnants of America,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Zepuha <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322140&amp;p=22704270#p22704270"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The United Remnants of America <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322140&amp;p=22682520#p22682520"">wrote</a>:</cite>Lukas looked up and around before his eyes rested on the Staff Sergeant and commander of his squad's IFV. The AT gunner gave a little snigger at his chiding of Rasittirk before taking a couple steps closer to him, ""Hey, Sarge. How's the brawler crawler running?"" Again, Lukas gave another sloppy salute, this time even sloppier, barely raising his hand past his shoulder in deference to McGundry's complaint. He'd known McGundry since he was shipped into Cravis Squad, and Lukas enjoyed few things more than hearing the anger and annoyance of Staff Sergeant Gurt McGundry be vocalized in his beautiful highlands accent.</div></blockquote><br/>Gurt flicked his burnt out cigarette butt at the smart ass young man. ""Like shit."" he simply said squinting at the man and shook his head. ""Acting like a fockin' child already are ya? Well once we roll out into combat, stay clear of Melinda, I'm gonna bring her close to the heat and I don't want your dumb brains spatter on my IFV eh?"" he said chuckling, almost cracking himself up. The lad was always a smart ass of some sorts, and he was one of the few faces Gurt recognized from earlier deployments. Gurt stood up to stretch his legs, his gut filled with a rather rotten slosh of rations. He was actually eager to be back into combat once again he'd been fighting so long it was the only thing he knew how to do; and he dreaded the day that he would be forced to retire or even worse. Get a desk job.</div></blockquote><br/>Lukas adopted an expression of mock surprise and made a gesture of being taken aback. Even as the Sarge stood, Lukas took note of what a prime aged soldier looked like, and Lukas himself dreaded the day when a newbie came in to take command of Gurt's vehicle, ""But, Sarge, the loss would be too much to the Squad and you know it! I mean, really, who else is going to keep those nasty Fossil tanks away from our beautiful, grade-A piece of armored shit that you command if what's left of your favorite AT boy is splattered against the side of the crawler, hm?"" Baer flashed a grin, made all the more bright by the grime stuck to his face like a second layer of skin."
7702,Pretty Okay Company (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322140&start=75,2014-12-07T08:22:00,Toishima,"<blockquote><div><cite>Reverend Norv <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322140&amp;p=22704128#p22704128"">wrote</a>:</cite><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Evardin""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""></div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Recruit Adelaide Orchidia Meadows</span><br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">""...Just keep the analgesics and the gauze. We'll need them.""</span><br/><br/>Adelaide was somewhat taken aback by the senior medic's suggestion. She knew that Evardin was correct on some level about keeping the extra supplies. There was no need for much off-field medications with their present situation, and the extra combat medicines would definitely be of much more immediate and important use. Keeping the extra morphine and gauze would help their platoon, but protocol demanded that she return the extras to 2nd Platoon. This was a dilemma she did not have to face in general practice.<span style=""font-style: italic"">And so life at the front is yet again different from back home.</span><br/><br/>The Recruit gave a curt nod. Ultimately, she felt that he was right. The extra battlefield analgesics would definitely be needed. It wouldn't hurt to get more allergy medications in the process as well. Bending regulations like this did not sit well with her, so she promised herself that the extra supplies would be returned if anyone from 2nd Platoon came to get them.<br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">""I'm sure you will, Recruit. You are a consummate professional, Adelaide Orchidia Meadows; and it is a great comfort to me to know that you're watching out for Werebear One. There's no one I'd rather have stitching me up. Excellent job on the paperwork, by the way. Better you than me."" </span><br/><br/>Evardin's compliments made Adelaide slightly sheepish, and she felt warm blood rushing to her cheeks. She maintained a calm expression, blinking behind her square-framed glasses. ""Thank you for the compliments, Lance Corporal Evardin,"" she glossed over his attempt at humour, ""the same to you. Have a pleasant day.""<br/><br/>As Evardin turned to leave, he suddenly seemed confused for a moment. Adelaide assumed he had more for her, or had something he wished to point out in her lists, and prepared to receive it. His eyes moved to her vase of orchids, brought along from Altaflor. She adored her namesake flower, and often had some specimens in her office back home to brighten up the room. These were the abundant, purple-tinged common spotted orchids, sitting in a durable plastic vase. While they were unhealthily drooped downwards due to the local conditions, they still appeared quite attractive. Adelaide initially assumed he had some reservations about the presence of an unimportant item in the medical tent, but his request caught her off guard. She blinked a few times again, and her expression softened considerably.<br/><br/>""I do not mind, Lance Corporal,"" Adelaide actually gave a small smile, the new subject bringing up fond memories. Uncharacteristically, she began going off on a separate tangent, with a slight enthusiasm in her tone, ""I brought them along from my hometown. The climate here is hardly good for their growth, but they manage."" She looked at the flowers with a tender gaze, then back to the slightly embarrassed Lance Corporal, ""You should visit Altaflor and see them in the wild some day, perhaps with your daughter. They look much better growing where they are supposed to.""<br/><br/>She gingerly plucked two of the flowers from their stems and handed them to Evardin. ""Please send my regards to your daughter, Lance Corporal Drael."""
7703,Pretty Okay Company (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322140&start=75,2014-12-07T08:46:00,Cylarn,"As the soldiers conversed, dined, and did whatever else they did, Mulder was already back with his gear. Sitting on the ground, he was removing the equipment from his vest and evaluating each piece, ensuring that each piece was in working condition before the platoon was to move out. Each mag had to be fully loaded, his canteen had to be full, bayonet and shovel needed to be sharp, his rifle needed to be cleaned, and his sidearm had to be prepped in case of an emergency. Sidearms weren't commonly issued to infantry, though a number of soldiers supplied themselves with their own pistols. Such a weapon had its uses - especially in close-quarters combat - when a loaded pistol could mean the difference between life and death. Mulder himself carried a snubnose .357 Magnum revolver, with a blued steel barrel and ice cedar grips - a weapon that he commonly carried back in his civilian line of work, after he received it as a present from a previous employer. Most people discounted revolvers in favor of faster-firing, higher-capacity semi-automatic handguns, but Mulder preferred revolvers for their simplicity, reliability, and accuracy, not to mention their firepower. He had been in close-quarters combat a number of times during his service, and that revolver had saved his life 9/10. He tucked the pistol into a vacant vest pocket, and moved on to evaluating the condition of his rifle.<br/><br/>He began by pointing the barrel towards the ground, away from any of his soldiers. Next, he removed the magazine and placed it on his assault pack before pulling back the charging handle and ejecting the chambered round, with the bullet landing on the pack as well. He then began the rather simple, timely process of disassembling the weapon, and evaluated each mechanism within the weapon. By rag, rod, and oil, he cleaned even the smallest parts of the lower receiver. The 174 was a hella reliable weapon, much more so than the T-93, which was the Precambrian standard rifle. This particular weapon had been used by Mulder before, and it had yet to let him down. Every soldier entrusted their life to their weapons when they moved into a combat zone, and Mulder knew that his rifle was going to help him leave the battlefield in one piece, as it had done so many times before. After a few minutes of cleaning, he reassembled the weapon and reloaded it, before performing a final equipment check in order to ensure that everything was combat-ready.<br/><br/>Mulder soon stashed away his non-combat gear, and donned his vest and pads, attaching his helmet to his vest by a single loop that he stuck the helmet strap through. He laid his rifle across his lap, and produced a pack of cigarettes and a lighter from his vest. And so he smoked, watching as his soldiers carried on. He knew that a good number of them would be dead before the day ended, and even then the engagement could be prolonged. Mulder had participated in firefights ranging from mere seconds to 72 hours, and whatever the length, they all sucked equally."
7704,Pretty Okay Company (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322140&start=75,2014-12-07T12:55:00,Reverend Norv,"<blockquote><div><cite>Toishima <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322140&amp;p=22708859#p22708859"">wrote</a>:</cite>She blinked a few times again, and her expression softened considerably.<br/><br/>""I do not mind, Lance Corporal,"" Adelaide actually gave a small smile, the new subject bringing up fond memories. Uncharacteristically, she began going off on a separate tangent, with a slight enthusiasm in her tone, ""I brought them along from my hometown. The climate here is hardly good for their growth, but they manage."" She looked at the flowers with a tender gaze, then back to the slightly embarrassed Lance Corporal, ""You should visit Altaflor and see them in the wild some day, perhaps with your daughter. They look much better growing where they are supposed to.""<br/><br/>She gingerly plucked two of the flowers from their stems and handed them to Evardin. ""Please send my regards to your daughter, Lance Corporal Drael.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Evardin took the blossoms in his hands. He had surgeon's fingers: long, strong, and yet extraordinarily precise and delicate in their movement. Now, Evardin turned the flowers this way and that in those fingers, studying them with a childlike fascination. Finally, he placed the blossoms in one of the pockets of his blouse, and nodded to himself.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Ellie will like them. And Adelaide is finally speaking more openly.</span>The medic felt a faint pride, the pleasure of having done something that was clearly, unambiguously good.<br/><br/>Evardin turned to Adelaide and smiled kindly, a little sadly. ""We all look much better growing where we're supposed to,"" he observed, ""and yet here we are. But together, we'll make it back to summer sun and spring rain and good dark soil."" The medic shrugged phlegmatically. ""Every frost has its thaw."" Evardin paused, considering that bit of unintentional philosophizing. Then he shook his head and let out a self-deprecating chuckle. ""Well,"" the medic concluded, ""I'm glad you brought the flowers. I hope they survive the winter. And I do hope I'll get to see Altaflor someday, and with Ellie, too. Maybe you'll show us both around, when all of this is over.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">If all of this is ever over</span>, Evardin thought, not for the first time. The war had been raging since before the surgeon had ever been born.<span style=""font-style: italic"">But perhaps I may yet live to see it end. It's unlikely; more probably, I'll be laying in a shallow grave before I see forty. But you never know. Even unto these things, Uriyah must someday give an end.</span><br/><br/>Evardin suddenly glanced up, realizing that he had been standing still, lost in thought, for a moment too long. The slightly bashful smile returned, and the surgeon turned to Adelaide. ""I'll give your regards to Ellie,"" he agreed quietly. ""I think you two would get along splendidly."" Evardin gave his fellow medic a respectful nod. ""You're doing good work,"" he concluded. ""Keep it up.""<br/><br/>And with that, Evardin ducked back out of the medical tent and tramped back through the muddy streets of the village. He passed Arytom, and noticed that the young man seemed spooked.<span style=""font-style: italic"">I'm a little surprised myself that I was able to sneak up on him,</span>the medic thought,<span style=""font-style: italic"">especially since I wasn't trying. Must be the result of all these years out in the forest, hiding from the Fossils.</span>The lance corporal offered the marksman a friendly nod, just in time to see Arytom run headfirst into Maxie.<br/><br/>Through an act of profound willpower, Evardin managed to avoid laughing out loud; instead, he strode rapidly toward the two men and helped first the corporal and then the marksman to their respective feet. ""Corporal,"" he greeted Maxie with every appearance of respect. ""Private. All good here?"" The last thing the platoon needed was two key infantrymen with sprained ankles."
7705,Pretty Okay Company (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322140&start=100,2014-12-07T13:45:00,The Carlisle,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Maxie</span><br/><br/>Maxie, walking just past a tent, didn't see Artyom coming at all. The boy blindsided him completely. Though he was larger than him, he fell back with little resistance, hitting the muddy ground with a mushy thud. The fall hurt a bit, but nothing broken or sprained. He moved to look at who tackled into him, seeing it was Altaflor's sniper Artyom.<br/><br/>""Damn, is he adorable. I don't mind if he tackles me all day!"" His mind thought. NO! STOP THINKING THAT!! IT'S NOT APPROPRIATE!! A SHIT Now YOU'RE BLUSHING. WHAT TO DO WHAT TO DO.<br/><br/>He was about so speak, when Evardin came and help them up. ""Um. Yes yes. Everything good here. Nothing broken in me. Everything's fine,"" he said, not looking directly at Evardin. He turned his head to Artyom, not directly looking at him, more so looking over his shoulder. ""Sorry about that. Didn't see you when I rounded that corner. Did you break anything on the ground... or me,"" he said, chuckling a bit at his quip.<br/><br/>""At least his pretty face isn't broken~!"" he mind thought again. NO STOP THAT!!! FUCK YOU BRAIN!!!"
7706,Pretty Okay Company (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322140&start=100,2014-12-07T17:50:00,Nature-Spirits,"Wymond smiled at Rialto's comparison of the army to a machine. It was a metaphor he understood, one that he could relate to. All his life, he had been surrounded by machinery; and even factory workers, who toiled almost ceaselessly, worked almost like the machines they used and built. He had always been taught that the individual was nothing more than a part of a greater whole, and as he had seen it there, he saw it here. In the end, he supposed, the entire nation was but a machine. He took another sip of water.<br/><br/>As Rialto began lecturing Wymond on how the Technological Revolution began in Rialtum, he glanced back at the lieutenant and nodded a couple of times to show that he was listening. The man was obviously well-educated, and knew his history. The private wondered briefly how the man's childhood had been; he knew relatively little of what life was like outside of his own city and, more recently, being in the army. Probably much easier than his own, he supposed, given the man carried the Rialto name. In this world, one's blood could make all the difference.<br/><br/>He laughed at Rialto's joke, setting aside his melancholy for now. There was no point in dwelling on such things; they couldn't be changed, so why think too much about it? He had been dealt his hand, and besides, it was better than some others'.<br/><br/>""You could come visit Rialtum, when we make it out of here alive.""<br/><br/>The comment made the driver smile, and he looked back to the lieutenant with a glint in his eye. ""I'd like that a lot, sir. It sounds amazing.""<span style=""font-style: italic"">If only it were so easy.</span>He supposed that he could always just drive away from his civilian life and travel the country, but his meagre funds would only take him so far. Eventually he would have to take up work somewhere -- not that work would be difficult to find; every town needed a mechanic -- and then he would be back in the endlessly repeating cycle of waking, working, sleeping, and repeating. He enjoyed much of his work, but the fact was that he was poor, plain and simple. He took another sip of water."
7707,Pretty Okay Company (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322140&start=100,2014-12-07T20:47:00,Pan Asian Amercian Coalition,"""Private. All good here?""<br/><br/>Artyom was fine, pride not withstanding. Although he wanted to lay there and become one with the mud, the kindly medic helped him to his feet. By the time he got up, Artyom was already red with embarrassment, and was trying to console himself.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Well, this easily the third worst time I've humiliated myself. This is nothing compared spaghetti incident back in boot camp. </span><br/><br/>He tried to dust the mud off of himself and his helmet, with little success. By his estimate, it was going to take at least an hour to scrape it off his helmet and vest. Luckily, by the Empress's blessing, the scarf tied around his helmet was untouched by the mud. Artyom sighed in relief that it wasn't tarnished before he looked again at the Corporal. The instinct drilled into him by his training officer lept to the surface in the form of a crisp salute to Max, but halfway through Artyom remembered his lesson from earlier, leading to an odd half-salute half-hand wave gesture.<br/><br/>""Sorry about that. Didn't see you when I rounded that corner. Did you break anything on the ground... or me,"" chuckled the corporal as he tried to think of something to say that would answer both inquiries at the same time. The army was beginning to remind him of why he didn't go into town with his sister anymore.<br/><br/>""I-I-I'm sorry, Sir!"" Artyom stammered to the corporal ""A-and I'm fine, s-Sir!"" Minus the broken pride, of course. Artyom was getting the feeling that he was going to be the platoon butt-monkey before this week was over. He could already hear the jokes and mockery.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Yeah, this is going be exactly like boot camp, but infinitely worse. Somehow.</span>"
7708,Pretty Okay Company (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322140&start=100,2014-12-08T08:40:00,Toishima,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Recruit Adelaide Orchidia Meadows</span><br/><br/>Just moments passed after Evardin left the medical tent when there was a commotion just outside. Still looking at her flowers lovingly and mulling over Evardin's kind words, Adelaide was drawn to the sound of a muddy thud, then her squad sniper Boy Squad's Corporal Von Oorburg and Evardin's voices mashing together in what had to be a freak accident. Apparently someone had fallen, from what she could make out. The young medic bent down, scooped up her pack and emerged from the tent, blinking a few times as the light changed. A strange sight greeted her.<br/><br/>Corporal Von Oorburg and Artyom were covered in mud, but appeared to be physically fine, though mentally shaken. Evardin was already on the scene and wasn't doing anything, so she figured they were alright.<span style=""font-style: italic"">I guess you don't see that every day.</span>The corporal's flamboyant behaviour<span style=""font-style: italic"">was</span>somewhat unsettling to her, having been brought up in a strict atheist household that discouraged homosexuality. Tolerance was taught in school all her childhood and young adult life, but she still felt somewhat awkward around<span style=""font-style: italic"">them</span>. Yet..<span style=""font-style: italic"">He's still a superior officer.</span><br/><br/>""Good afternoon, Corporal Von Oorburg,"" Adelaide greeted stiffly, then nodded to Artyom, ""Private Barrisivo. Both of you are alright, physically?""<br/><br/>The monotonous drone was back."
7709,Pretty Okay Company (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322140&start=100,2014-12-08T10:17:00,Cylarn,"After a few moments of idling by himself, Mulder decided that it would be a good measure if he were to get to know his troops. A leader who distances himself from his men and knows nothing about them has a significantly harder time than the leader who knows his troops, while the leader who allowed his image to become tarnished by becoming overly involved with his troops becomes a liability. Mulder was determined to always balance both extremes out; he wanted his troops to know that they were important to him, but he also needed them to understand that he is a superior.<br/><br/>Standing up and slinging his rifle over his shoulder, he decided to speak to his troops as they prepared for the eventual advance into enemy-held territory. His cigarette hung from his mouth as he walked around the staging area, looking for groups that he could check up on and talk to. He soon spotted the commotion between Artyom and Corporal von Oorburg. He didn't know the Private, but he knew of the Corporal, considering that his family controlled Oorburg, where Mulder lived and worked. The Oorburgs came to The Perch every now and then, and he had heard plenty of things about the young noble. He could tell right off the bat that the young man was a homosexual; most people could. Back in his day, homosexuals in the military - commonly referred to as ""flamers,"" back then - were often treated with hostility and suspicion. There'd be stories about ""flamers"" sexually assaulting fellow soldiers, diddling civilian children, and other tales, though most of these were rumors. Although Mulder was straight, he didn't really alienate homosexual soldiers. In his words to the first squad he ever led:<span style=""font-style: italic"">""I don't care if you're into slits, dicks, neither, or both; all that matters is that you're willing to do your duty.""</span><br/><br/>He slowly approached the group, removing the cigarette from his mouth as he gave a faint smile towards the soldiers.<br/><br/>""How's the squad, Corporal?"" he asked."
7710,Pretty Okay Company (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322140&start=100,2014-12-08T13:56:00,The Carlisle,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lillian Skarbeck</span><br/><br/>Lillian nodded to Corporal Maxie before he walked off. She had been done for a while and was just cleaning up. After tossing her waste, she picked up her bag and headed back to the supply tent to finish polishing her weapons. She saw the two soldiers walk into each other, hitting the ground. Lillian was about to dash over when she saw Evardin and Mulder walk over, handling the situation. Lillian walked past the group, into the supply tent. She picked up her machine gun and went back to cleaning it.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Maxie</span><br/><br/>""It's fine!! It's fine!"" Maxie replied. He did not expect a reaction like this out of a small bump. ""And it's Corporal, private. Leave the sir to Rialto."" Maxie felt worried about the boy. He was taking this bump more seriously that it was, he could tell. ""I should comfort him,"" his mind thought. STOP IT!! STOP IT STOP!!<br/><br/>His face was still red, uncontrolled by the thoughts. Maxie thought he must look ridiculous, his cheeks red as a cherry towards Artyom. Then staff sergeant Mulder came over. He turned to look at him, his face still red. ""Squad is fine Staff Sergeant! They are either finishing chow or busy doing tasks!"" he said. Maxie felt stupid. Mulder was a an he respected and wanted to look professional to, but here he was, red as a cherry. ""You need to act like a good boy around sargey~!"" he mind thought. He face turned redder. GOD DAMNIT STOP! NOT IN FRONT OF HIM!<br/><br/>He turned away from the staff sergeant, his eyes laying upon Evardin. ""He's the sort of man to take care of you~!"" he mind thought again. Here he was, surrounded by three men, redder than roses, his mind thinking inappropriately. ""Such a predicament~!"" his mind thought. STOPSTOPSTOP!!! He looked to the dirt, shamefully. ""I feel less than the dirt,"" he thought, ""I need to get out of here.""<br/><br/>He looked back up and walked out of the men surrounding him, looking back but directly at them. ""Sorry I was just heading to the supply tent to kit myself and I wanna get back to doing that! Better early than later! And it was just an accident Artyom, don't take it too hard!"" he said, snapping his head back in front of him before it became redder.<br/><br/>He double timed it across the camp to the supply tent and entered it. He sighed, relieved that he was out of sight. He took his bag off and opened it, putting in what he needed.<br/><br/>""Hey Corporal,"" Lillian said. Maxie turned his head to the girl across the tent from him. ""Oh, uh, hi..."" he said. ""You're redder than a ripe cherry Corporal. Something happen?"" she said. ""Y-yeah. Just a bit embarrassed from walking into Artyom,"" he said, ""Should have looked before walking past that corner."" Lillian nodded. ""You need any help? I can polish your rifle for you,"" she said. Maxie fading blushed turned bright-red again. ""NONONO! I can do that myself! Wait- no- yes, that. I'll do that on my own. Don't need any help with that!"" he said, chuckling loudly at that. He started packing his kit at a quicker pace.<br/><br/>Lillian looked at the man for a bit, reading his odd emotions. But she shrugged and went back to work.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Amalia</span><br/><br/>""What's wrong?! The fucking air that's what's wrong!"" she said, ""The air in those foundries are so chock full of god knows what! I refuse to let my lungs shrivel up by my thirties!""<br/><br/>Then Alessia spoke. She was baffled and pissed off at the girl, mostly pissed off. Why? Because racist fuckery that's why! She marched over to Alessia, a face red with anger. ""Oonga-boonga?! Campfire dancin'!?"" she exclaimed, ""No! It's nothing like that! First off, we don't waste time dancin'! We got shit to do, like chopping wood, hunting, and not freezing our asses off! Dancin' is just a waste of energy which could be used elsewhere! And even when we have the time to waste on dancing, we don't do it around a campfire! Campfire is only for warming up and cooking, nothing else! When we dance, we do it in the summer when the weather doesn't try to kill us for a while!"" She breathed in her nose deeply. ""AND! WE! DON'T! GO! OONGA BOONGA!"" she yelled at the girl. But she wasn't done yet. Oh no, that was just to let off the initial steam.<br/><br/>""Tell whatever trip adviser that recommended Revs' to shove their own guide up their ass! Revs is not a place for a nice vacation. It's fucking dangerous! It's deathly cold most of the year, the night can kill you in a few hours, and the wild life actively tries to kill you! Have you ever seen a cedar bear?! They are the size of pick up trucks and weigh half a ton! They'll kill you in one swipe! And the botflies in summer are literally clouds of bloodsucking death! There's nothing up there for you but ice and death."" She chugged the rest of her coffee and threw her tin into the dirt.<br/><br/>""And I come from there! Me, my family, my tribe, my people call that place home! So no, we aren't some oonga-booga dancing fucktards! We're hardened, 'get shit done, waste no time' survivalists that hunt bears and chop trees who get fucked by the weather daily but don't bitch about it!"" she shouted, her voice filled with anger. Her eyes show the fury of the blazing stars."
7711,Pretty Okay Company (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322140&start=100,2014-12-09T16:52:00,Galter Gulcher,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Carlisle <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322140&amp;p=22726686#p22726686"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lillian Skarbeck</span><br/><br/>Lillian nodded to Corporal Maxie before he walked off. She had been done for a while and was just cleaning up. After tossing her waste, she picked up her bag and headed back to the supply tent to finish polishing her weapons. She saw the two soldiers walk into each other, hitting the ground. Lillian was about to dash over when she saw Evardin and Mulder walk over, handling the situation. Lillian walked past the group, into the supply tent. She picked up her machine gun and went back to cleaning it.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Maxie</span><br/><br/>""It's fine!! It's fine!"" Maxie replied. He did not expect a reaction like this out of a small bump. ""And it's Corporal, private. Leave the sir to Rialto."" Maxie felt worried about the boy. He was taking this bump more seriously that it was, he could tell. ""I should comfort him,"" his mind thought. STOP IT!! STOP IT STOP!!<br/><br/>His face was still red, uncontrolled by the thoughts. Maxie thought he must look ridiculous, his cheeks red as a cherry towards Artyom. Then staff sergeant Mulder came over. He turned to look at him, his face still red. ""Squad is fine Staff Sergeant! They are either finishing chow or busy doing tasks!"" he said. Maxie felt stupid. Mulder was a an he respected and wanted to look professional to, but here he was, red as a cherry. ""You need to act like a good boy around sargey~!"" he mind thought. He face turned redder. GOD DAMNIT STOP! NOT IN FRONT OF HIM!<br/><br/>He turned away from the staff sergeant, his eyes laying upon Evardin. ""He's the sort of man to take care of you~!"" he mind thought again. Here he was, surrounded by three men, redder than roses, his mind thinking inappropriately. ""Such a predicament~!"" his mind thought. STOPSTOPSTOP!!! He looked to the dirt, shamefully. ""I feel less than the dirt,"" he thought, ""I need to get out of here.""<br/><br/>He looked back up and walked out of the men surrounding him, looking back but directly at them. ""Sorry I was just heading to the supply tent to kit myself and I wanna get back to doing that! Better early than later! And it was just an accident Artyom, don't take it too hard!"" he said, snapping his head back in front of him before it became redder. <br/><br/>He double timed it across the camp to the supply tent and entered it. He sighed, relieved that he was out of sight. He took his bag off and opened it, putting in what he needed. <br/><br/>""Hey Corporal,"" Lillian said. Maxie turned his head to the girl across the tent from him. ""Oh, uh, hi..."" he said. ""You're redder than a ripe cherry Corporal. Something happen?"" she said. ""Y-yeah. Just a bit embarrassed from walking into Artyom,"" he said, ""Should have looked before walking past that corner."" Lillian nodded. ""You need any help? I can polish your rifle for you,"" she said. Maxie fading blushed turned bright-red again. ""NONONO! I can do that myself! Wait- no- yes, that. I'll do that on my own. Don't need any help with that!"" he said, chuckling loudly at that. He started packing his kit at a quicker pace.<br/><br/>Lillian looked at the man for a bit, reading his odd emotions. But she shrugged and went back to work.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Amalia</span> <br/><br/>""What's wrong?! The fucking air that's what's wrong!"" she said, ""The air in those foundries are so chock full of god knows what! I refuse to let my lungs shrivel up by my thirties!"" <br/><br/>Then Alessia spoke. She was baffled and pissed off at the girl, mostly pissed off. Why? Because racist fuckery that's why! She marched over to Alessia, a face red with anger. ""Oonga-boonga?! Campfire dancin'!?"" she exclaimed, ""No! It's nothing like that! First off, we don't waste time dancin'! We got shit to do, like chopping wood, hunting, and not freezing our asses off! Dancin' is just a waste of energy which could be used elsewhere! And even when we have the time to waste on dancing, we don't do it around a campfire! Campfire is only for warming up and cooking, nothing else! When we dance, we do it in the summer when the weather doesn't try to kill us for a while!"" She breathed in her nose deeply. ""AND! WE! DON'T! GO! OONGA BOONGA!"" she yelled at the girl. But she wasn't done yet. Oh no, that was just to let off the initial steam.<br/><br/>""Tell whatever trip adviser that recommended Revs' to shove their own guide up their ass! Revs is not a place for a nice vacation. It's fucking dangerous! It's deathly cold most of the year, the night can kill you in a few hours, and the wild life actively tries to kill you! Have you ever seen a cedar bear?! They are the size of pick up trucks and weigh half a ton! They'll kill you in one swipe! And the botflies in summer are literally clouds of bloodsucking death! There's nothing up there for you but ice and death."" She chugged the rest of her coffee and threw her tin into the dirt.<br/><br/>""And I come from there! Me, my family, my tribe, my people call that place home! So no, we aren't some oonga-booga dancing fucktards! We're hardened, 'get shit done, waste no time' survivalists that hunt bears and chop trees who get fucked by the weather daily but don't bitch about it!"" she shouted, her voice filled with anger. Her eyes show the fury of the blazing stars.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Carl could not help but crack a Blackrcoccke chuckle at the girl Amalia. She was complaining about the weather and her lifestyle, while complaining about how she doesn't complain about her conditions.<br/>""Dinnae bitch aboot it eh? Kinda lik' yer daein' richt noo?"" he said with an air of hosility, Revs and its inhabitants were not well liked by Carl or most people in Blackroccke. Perkelee sucked and so did Revs."
7712,Pretty Okay Company (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322140&start=100,2014-12-09T21:12:00,Pan Asian Amercian Coalition,"<span style=""font-style: italic"">Barararailanka, why did this attract half the platoon?!</span>Artyom whimpered to himself as more people were drawn to the scene like mosquitos to sweet paper. At least most of the attention was focused on the Corporal, not him. That was comforting, to a point, as he had to shoulder his half of the blame for this. At least Cpl. Max was a good sport about it all, and didn't tell him to run three klicks in full combat load.<span style=""font-style: italic"">SSgt. DeHavar was so mean at times.</span><br/><br/>""And it's Corporal, private. Leave the sir to Rialto."" said the benevolent Corporal to the bumbling marksman. The Corporal seemed sort of odd to Arytom, but he couldn't place why. Maybe it was his accent? Then again, he was unfamiliar with the accents of most of the platoon and t least Max was nice. Or at least not actively hostile, which couldn't be said of many of Artyom's previous superior officers. Artyom himself began to slowly return to his normal pale white color as his heart rate slowed and the humiliation subsided. Luckily, Ms. Meadows, the one with the odd flat voice was there!<br/><br/>""Private Barrisivo. Both of you are alright, physically?""<br/><br/>It was lucky that Medic Meadows was there, as her prompt interruption stopped him from giving a crisp<span style=""font-style: italic"">yessir!</span>to the Corporal. Artyom didn't want to see how fast the Corporal went from zero to pissed. He learned the hard way. Turning away from the group with an exhausted sigh, Artyom got an eyeful of the platoon second in command Sgt. Mulder. From there, his instincts overrode his good sense, jumping to attention and got about halfway through a salute before he stopped himself. He tried to continue past the Sargent without further issue, but Max called out to him before he could make his escape.<br/><br/>""And it was just an accident Artyom, don't take it too hard!""<br/><br/>Artyom turned to the group and quickly apologized, loud enough for the Corporal to hear. From there, he walked back to his tent, careful to not tackle any more superiors on the way there. When he got to his small, two man tent, he dove onto the floor where his sleeping bag lay. He didn't know how long he was laying there, until he heard a tiny sniffing noise in his ear. Without looking up, he placed his hand behind the cat's ear and began petting it. It was a gray tabby cat that showed up at his tent just after he arrived at the camp, and he called his adoptive kitty Yiba. The cat was what Artyom was really looking forward to when he got back to his tent. He often felt closer to the animals than to other people, cats especially, with them being the animal of Jaguulanka.<br/><br/>After a few minutes the cat's passive-aggressive demanding of his attention, Artyom sat up in a crossed leg position and placed the placated feline in his lap, where the two played. Artyom stroked the cat's belly, the cat would try and bite Artyom. This went on and on and on with minor variations, with the occasional giggle from Artyom and the cat's constant and loud purring resounding throughout the cozy tent."
7713,Pretty Okay Company (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322140&start=100,2014-12-09T22:40:00,Glorious ReBublic of Alevstan,"[[snip from ayre because I'm too lazy to delete all the text on mobile]]<br/><br/>Miko had just finished stating is rather poor opinion of the Antediluvian government when... Alessia? broke in. She made three points, as they couldn't really be called counter-arguments, emphasising each with a finger counting them off. Basically, she was just rebutting his views by calling him an idiot. She finished that off by demanding an apology. An apology for using short words that were apparently beyond her rather limited vocabulary. Miko sincerely hoped to the Eight Hundred that it was a joke.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Well, she's actually proud and patriotic of this corrupt dump we call Antediluvia? I wish I had gone through her life, or whatever gave her that. Has she never lost any friends or family fighting a pointless war over a region that's barely on maps? Never been fucked over by some condescending noble who's supposedly better than the commoners because of their blood, they happened to be born to an important family?</span>Whatever. She would probably justify it if asked by saying it was the Precambrian's fault. It was partially, but that certainly didn't excuse noble's picking them out of their villages and towns as soon as they were old enough, sending them here.<br/><br/>""Whatever you want to think. I've obviously never been to Pre-"" Miko was cut short as the other woman, Amalia began shouting angrily—<span style=""font-style: italic"">very</span>angrily—at Alessia. The latter had probably said something offensive. Hopefully the squad wouldn't turn into a shouting match. He decided not to bother with a rebut to Alessia when this all cooled down. More arguments certainly wouldn't help the camaraderie of the squad. He grabbed his dully shining rifle and olive drab helmet off of a wooden crate and trudged over to the opposite side of Honora's Crawler. Miko began to sit down, but thought better of it in this mud, so he just leaned against the cold metal of the vehicle.<br/><br/>First, he took out a small watch his father had given him so long ago when he was first drafted. Those tiny hands and numbers would glow ever so slightly, like the midnight moon through thick clouds, when it was dark. Pretty useful during night ops. It was slightly rusty, so he would need to clean that off sooner or later. Miko wound it up a little and checked the time. Those paper-thin greenish wires pointed at<span style=""font-style: italic"">1240</span>. He put that back in his pouch. Next, he took out a pencil and his standard issue knife. A few deft strokes of the blade slid through wood and lead, and soon the plain pencil was once more sharp. It was occasionally useful on the battlefield, though usually he used it back at camp. Thankfully without any chunks of lead snapped off.<span style=""font-style: italic"">I should probably write home sometime soon</span>, he thought, reminded by his now-sharp writing instrument.<br/><br/>And it sounded like the shouting back on the other side was finally over. He slipped the knife back in its slightly frayed leather sheath, and put the pencil away after cleaning off the loose shavings. Miko strolled back to the other side of the APC, and sat down where he was earlier. He tapped his leader's shoulder. ""Sarge, would you happen to know if we've any operations coming up soon?"""
7714,Pretty Okay Company (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322140&start=100,2014-12-10T12:20:00,Ayreonia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lieutenant Vester J. Rialto (One Actual)</span><br/><hr/><br/>""Halt! Identify yourselves.""<br/><br/>The Staff Guardsmen appeared from the bushes flanking the dirt road as if they had apparated from thin air. Vester signaled Dalca to stop the vehicle, addressing the ""hounds,"" as they were often mocked.<br/><br/>""Don't you recognize me, officer?"" he admonished the apparent leader of the group. It wasn't easy to determine the one, since the Guard didn't bear rank insignia.<br/><br/>""Please identify yourself... Lieutenant,"" the Guardsman repeated, apparently glancing at Vester's sleeve insignia. One couldn't really tell with the featureless olive green mask the Hound was wearing. The Lieutenant sighed with annoyance.<br/><br/>""I'm Lieutenant Rialto, leader of Werebear One. This one,"" he nodded towards Wymond, ""is Private Dalca, driver. The pass...""<br/><br/>""Declare the current password, Lieutenant.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Fucking hell.</span>""I was<span style=""font-style: italic"">just about to,</span>officer, had you let me do so. Current password is<span style=""font-style: italic"">Leaves Falling Spiraling.</span>""<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Towards The Ground,</span>"" the Guardsman finished the phrase. ""Thank you, you may go, have a pleasant day.""<br/><br/>""Start 'er up,"" Vester murmured to Dalca. ""Thank you, officer. You too. Now, I believe you have some foliage to duck into.""<br/><br/>Dalca drove away before the Guardsman could respond. If he would have at all. The Staff Guard were a strange bunch, oddly unattached from the rest of the Royal Army. The undecorated uniforms, masks and manner of speech were no doubt intended to make them equally authoritative to all troops, from Levy to General, but to Vester, they seemed like a cheap attempt at striking some good old motivational fear into the hearts of fellow Antediluvians.<br/><br/>""I don't know about you, Private,"" he addressed the driver, ""but those Guardsmen kind of creep me out. I mean, what kind of person wants to do what they do? Bullying comrades, executing criminals, standing guard for the brass?"" He shook his head. ""I wouldn't be surprised if those masks hid the pudgy faces of zitty kids who get off on pushing people around. Why they're needed at company level is just beyond me.""<br/><br/>Finally, Werebear HQ came into view. It was a temporary camp, just like their platoon's, but much more organized and disciplined. There was a small forest clearing with people conversing, but Vester knew that the HQ itself was safely tucked away in the woods, tents, communication systems and generators all expertly camouflaged to protect against air reconnaissance or attack. He asked Dalca to stop.<br/><br/>""Don't go too far, Private,"" he told the driver. ""I'm going to need a ride back to One once we're done here, and I doubt the good Captain is going to give up one of his pet drivers. With that, he turned and made it to the clearing, only to be hailed by an obnoxious noise.<br/><br/>""Where's your sword, Rialto?""<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Oh, great.</span>The speaker was Senior Lieutenant Eliza Erdelyi, leader of Werebear Three and a real high-and mighty stickler. True enough, she was decked out in her service uniform, side sword, stiletto and all.<br/><br/>""Aren't you afraid of snipers, Erdelyi?"" Rialto queried. ""You're doing a pretty good job at standing out.""<br/><br/>The Senior Lieutenant pursed her lips. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Ma'am,</span>Lieutenant."" Vester let out a groan. They had been classmates at the Royal Academy of Warfare, and Erdelyi hadn't always been like this. The success of 3rd Platoon -- and of herself, by extension -- had made her arrogant and condescending. ""Do I need to remind you that full service uniform is proper attire for an officer outside of combat?""<br/><br/>""We're deployed,"" Vester retorted, his words closer to a grunt than human speech. ""Do<span style=""font-style: italic"">I</span>need to remind<span style=""font-style: italic"">you</span>that in this situation, an officer's dress is up to their own discretion?""<br/><br/>Erdelyi fixed him with a long, cold look that was no doubt meant to be impressive. Vester thought it looked ridiculous. ""Scoff at our traditions all you want, Rialto,"" she concluded, ""another mark that your commission was a mistake. No wonder they gave you that sorry bunch of robbers you call First Platoon.""<br/><br/>""Yes, no doubt,"" the Lieutenant muttered wearily.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Or they just had to make someone do the shit job. If not me, it would be someone else.</span><br/><br/>This amicable conversation was interrupted by a steely ""Platoon leaders!"" Rialto and Erdelyi both turned around sharply with a ""Sir,"" like they were still cadets at the Academy. Captain Elever wouldn't tolerate the kind of talking shit they had been at. The Captain in question stepped into the clearing, with Lieutenant Harlaw Hawthorn, Second Platoon's leader and First Sergeant Guy, the CSM, at his heels.<br/><br/>""You made it,"" Elever addressed Rialto, ""good. Gather 'round, gentlefolk.""<br/><br/>The Captain seated himself on a fallen tree trunk. The three PLs sat or knelt on the ground.<br/><br/>""As you might have guessed,"" Elever began, ""we're advancing. Our objective: the whatever-it's-called Precambrian city just east-southeast of here."" The officers took out their notebooks and started scribbling. ""You know the one, the one's that right at the edge of the Great Forest, the name escapes me for the moment. Big-ass military hub and center of operations for the enemy army group operating in this area. Several Precam supply lines cross there, as well as rivers they're probably using to transport supplies and troops. We take it, we're cutting these supply lines, as well as have a springboard to their heartland.""<br/><br/>Hawthorn looked up from his notes. ""I don't expect that's our primary goal for the day, sir.""<br/><br/>Elever smirked. ""Well expected, Lieutenant. No, that's the long-term strategic goal which also includes the movements of other divisions and shit I don't think you're interested in or even understand. I fucking well know I don't."" Erdelyi made a small noise that probably indicated she wanted to speak, but the Captain's glare cut her off. ""No, our primary goal is this point here."" He showed them his map, on which he had marked a point a dozen or so kilometers from their current position. ""The words of the day are<span style=""font-style: italic"">aggressive reconnaissance.</span>Division wants us to spearhead the advance while keeping our eyes wide fucking open, and we're damn eager to comply.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Spearhead?</span>Vester shivered. With fear or eagerness, he didn't even know. This was a job that would either elevate him, or get him killed. Just what he had been waiting for, but also dreaded. ""What if we run into strong resistance, sir?"" he wanted to know.<br/><br/>""Well, plan A is that if all goes well, we'll reach our destination in one piece. If that happens, we'll dig in and wait for the rest of the division to catch up and spread the line out, then wait for orders to besiege the city,"" Elever lectured. ""Plan B is that if we get stuck, we make a tactical withdrawal while killing as many of the Fossil butt-fuckers we can, evaluate the situation and call for help. By then, we'll have artillery and air support at our disposal.""<br/><br/>""We don't have them now?"" Erdelyi queried.<br/><br/>""No."" The Captain lit a cigarette. ""Firebases are still being redeployed. They don't say it, but I get the feeling this op has been planned in quite a haste. Speaking of which, we'll depart once we get recon elements from Farseer company and armor from Vengeant.""<br/><br/>""Which is..."" Hawthorn uttered.<br/><br/>""...soon,"" Elever finished the sentence. ""Later today, Uriyah willing.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Later today?</span>Vester's gut tightened. This was it. ""A pretty tight schedule, sir,"" he commented.<br/><br/>The Captain chuckled. ""Told you it was planned in haste. Anyway, as you know, there's only this one godawful mud road going through this part of the forest. We'll move as a column, with Farseer's scouts screening us. I'm talking about walking pace here, people. There's only one thing we know about what's ahead of us, and that is that it's the Precambrian Army. If something moves, it's hostile, so kill the ever-loving shitfuck out of it.""<br/><br/>""Sir!"" Erdelyi spoke up. ""Wasn't there an UNMETA team dispatched to recce the area?""<br/><br/>Elever's lips tightened. ""There was. They haven't reported back, and since they're UNMETA, that means they're not about to. Nope, Rialto and his 1st will be the easternmost Antediluvians in the world.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">The easternmost WHAT?</span>""What?"" Vester blurted out.<br/><br/>The Captain looked at him with a carefully neutral expression. ""Werebear One will take point,"" he declared.<br/><br/>""Captain Elever, sir!"" Erdelyi all but shouted. ""Werebear Three would be more suited to the task. My platoon is made up of hardened veterans. I request point.""<br/><br/>""For once, I agree with her,"" Rialto commented. ""A large number of my troops are either raw recruits or have only been deployed far from combat."" He could feel Erdelyi glancing at him with contempt. Elever's still very blank expression suddenly looked like he was saying<span style=""font-style: italic"">that's the point.</span>They weren't meant to survive, Vester realized.<br/><br/>The Captain sighed. ""Hawthorn, do<span style=""font-style: italic"">you</span>have better ideas than I do?""<br/><br/>The grizzled Lieutenant shook his head slowly. ""I just wish One will have some decent support.""<br/><br/>""They will,"" Elever promised. ""We're getting a light tank platoon from Vengeant. Rialto gets two of their TLTs, you and Erdelyi one each.""<br/><br/>The rest of the conversation was a blur to Vester. He tried to listen, but couldn't really pay attention. It was all standard stuff anyway.<br/><br/>The easternmost Antediluvians in the world. Werebear One. His platoon. His command, on a suicide mission. It made a lot of sense, but that didn't mean he had to like it.<br/><br/>Suddenly, he realized that they were standing up and leaving. He did, too, and slowly walked over to where Dalca had dropped him off to wait for him. The Jeep was there, so the driver couldn't have been very far.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Private Alessia Ricce (Honora)</span><br/><hr/><br/>Alessia leaned back with a mock-shocked expression as the one called Amalia screamed at her. She said a lot of words, the angry mortar monkey, but the ones that caught Alessia's attention were<span style=""font-style: italic"">Have you ever seen a cedar bear?! They are the size of pick up trucks and weigh half a ton!</span><br/><br/>That sounded awesome. Alessia wanted a cedar bear. In fact, she wanted to ride one into battle while wielding a saber in one hand and a machine gun in the other.<br/><br/>""Dinnae bitch aboot it eh?"" the Sergeant in their chatty-chatty group commented. ""Kinda lik' yer daein' richt noo?""<br/><br/>""Oh, snap!"" Alessia exclaimed with a laugh. ""Yeah, look here, sugar tits,"" she tried to calm Amalia down, ""I don't mean to make fun of you or your tribe. I'm just telling you the stuff we over in Rialtum, the other end of the country, think of you guys. 'course I know most of it is bullshit, but it's pretty badass bullshit. You want to stay angry at me, fine,"" she finished with a shrug, ""but that means we won't have sex, and while I could get over it, you couldn't."" She shrugged again.<br/><br/>The following pause in the conversation bored her, so she made sure to make it clear to everyone: she lied down on the ground and started swinging her legs in the air, chanting ""Yah, I'm<span style=""font-style: italic"">boooored.</span>"""
7715,Pretty Okay Company (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322140&start=100,2014-12-10T13:06:00,Cylarn,"Mulder noticed that Oorburg's face was redder than Perkele, and he raised an eyebrow at the young soldier, just as he bolted away into a tent. The veteran could tell that something was up with the kid, but as he attempted to walk over to speak with the young man about his peculiar behavior, he was interrupted by nearby yelling, and judging by the topics being ""discussed,"" he knew that it was another regional argument. Mulder was originally born in Rev, where his mother had been a native, while his father - originally from Blackrocke - had been deployed to the town in order to protect the Kingdom's mining interests in the region. Unlike many other soldiers, Mulder never really took pride in his birthplace, simply because he felt as though such a thing was trivial at best, as the Kingdom's concerns were much greater than those of Rev or Blackrocke. Arguing over such things was pointless, and it threatened unit cohesion.<br/><br/>The Staff Sergeant soon approached the scene where Ricce, Amalia, Hicken, and the others were arguing over which area of the Kingdom was the best. While Mulder wasn't pleased with anyone, he was more infuriated with Hicken, as it was Mulder's belief that NCOs should not align themselves in such trivial arguments, and should instead seek to protect the unit's camaraderie from forces that would divide the soldiers. He slipped on his best glare and brandished both knife-hands as he swiftly moved towards the group, allowing the cigarette to fall from his mouth just as he stepped in front of the group, giving them all a menacing glare as his knife-hand rose up.<br/><br/>""You really think all of that shit is important?"" he asked coldly. ""Drop the argument. You're all here in the same unit, with the same objective. Your loyalty is to the Kingdom - and to the people around you - right now, not to Blackrocke, or Rev, or wherever you're from. Remember that.""<br/><br/>The knife-hand then fell, pointing directly at Sergeant Hicken. Mulder's glare turned directly to the man, and he immediately began to stare into Hicken's eyes.<br/><br/>""Sergeant, come with me,"" he said, before dropping the knife hand and stepping away from the group. He looked back towards Hicken, waiting for him to follow. He hated blousing people - especially his NCOs - but he had to set a hard line when it came to such things. Once Hicken approached him, Mulder raised his knife-hand once more, pointing directly at the Sergeant's rank as he glared into the man's very soul.<br/><br/>""You know what those chevrons mean?"" he asked in a cold tone of voice. ""Those chevrons put you above all of the trivial bullshit that the fucking grunts like to banter about. You can have your opinions, but when you're wearing those chevrons and this uniform, I expect you - of all people - to understand what is truly important, and you should know that this kind of talk hurts the cohesion of the platoon. Get your head out of your ass, and stop perpetuating the argument! Am I clear, Sergeant?"""
7716,Pretty Okay Company (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322140&start=100,2014-12-10T21:36:00,Altito Asmoro,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lance Corporal Adam Strangle</span><br/><br/>At the IFV where he is at, after he had chowed down on his lunch from the Supply Truck, he immediately went back to the IFV and started doing some maintenance. He hasn't met with his commander Sergeant Heitz by the time he went back, but maybe he's somewhere else. Smoking, maybe. In any case, he's looking into the IFV and with the standard-issued tools for the vehicle, he tried to looked for whatever wrong and try to fix it. He did knew a basic of checking IFV, but that's it. And a bit of repairing skills. But it's a bit.<span style=""font-style: italic""> Bit.</span><br/><br/>After done with that, he went back to near IFV and sat down near the IFV, or looking for a rock to sat. He looked into his equipments and thoroughly checking through it. His weapons, his tools, and stuffs."
7717,Pretty Okay Company (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322140&start=100,2014-12-17T09:13:00,New Zepuha,"<blockquote><div><cite>The United Remnants of America <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322140&amp;p=22707131#p22707131"">wrote</a>:</cite>Lukas adopted an expression of mock surprise and made a gesture of being taken aback. Even as the Sarge stood, Lukas took note of what a prime aged soldier looked like, and Lukas himself dreaded the day when a newbie came in to take command of Gurt's vehicle, ""But, Sarge, the loss would be too much to the Squad and you know it! I mean, really, who else is going to keep those nasty Fossil tanks away from our beautiful, grade-A piece of armored shit that you command if what's left of your favorite AT boy is splattered against the side of the crawler, hm?"" Baer flashed a grin, made all the more bright by the grime stuck to his face like a second layer of skin.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Gurt cracked a sideways grin, almost evil in it's nature, and let out a rumbled chuckle from his beefy chest and scratched his chin. ""I'd reckon that the stench of your foul body might scare em off for me. We'd sure mourn the loss of our dear little AT boy."" he said with the utmost mock concern, the young man was surely a fine AT gunner. He'd been with him on a few deployments and had seen the skill he exhibited while under fire. Even if he always stank and was as ugly as a rock, but Gurt could say the same about himself. He rubbed his palms on his pants, rubbing engine grease and grime on his pants as he strode back to his IFV to climb back inside, at least it sheltered him from the windy day. Gurt checked that his carton of cigarettes was in place and that his cigars were safely stowed in the ammo box and climbed into his cupola to lean his head against the observation hatch for a nap."
7718,Pretty Okay Company (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322140&start=100,2014-12-22T19:25:00,The Carlisle,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Amalia Smed</span><br/><br/>Alessia's words didn't keep the daggers that were Amalia's eyes off her. She did not believe for a fucking second. She heard the same lines before. So many times back in Oorburg. Assholes at school, assholes in stores, assholes in the street. All the same lines, saying the same shit like her. And each time she brings the pick down, they back down stating ""S-sorry, just saying some shit my friends/family/people on the streets say! I didn't mean it!"" Yeah no, she wasn't buying the bullshit line anymore.<br/><br/>She was about to speak out again, ignoring whatever the blackfucker said, before the Sarge came by to end it. She stood straight, gritting her teeth under her lips. She really didn't give a fuck about what the sarge said, but his words were law so she made the rational decision to go with it and not face him again. After he took away the Blackfucker, she darted down to grab her tin and walked off. She needed some more perkele to cool her temper."
7719,Pretty Okay Company (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322140&start=100,2014-12-25T12:47:00,Ayreonia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lieutenant Vester J. Rialto (One Actual)</span><br/><hr/><br/>The drive back to 1st Platoon went down in silence that would no doubt have been awkward, had Vester's mind not been awash with thoughts not pertaining to social conventions. It must have sucked for Dalca, but in the Lieutenant's defense, he wasn't exactly in a state of mind that prioritized such things very highly. Instead, he was thinking on how to break the news to his unit.<br/><br/>It was a whole new feeling for him. Vester was a Rialto, a noble of Rialtum by birth, a Knight of the Kingdom by merit, and an officer of the Army by the grace of His Majesty. He had dedicated his twenty-six years of living to the crown. Virtually every single one of those years had been used to either lead people, or to groom him for the leadership of people. He hadn't chosen his path, but had been given it. Not once had he questioned his destiny. It was simply the way things were supposed to be, and him telling people what to do was, for him, the most natural thing to do, even if said people didn't like what he had to say. He just hadn't sacrificed one thought to what his subordinates might think of his orders, or orders passed on through him.<br/><br/>Not one thought. Not before today.<br/><br/>Today, Knight Elect, Lieutenant, Sir Vester Jacomo Rialto was afraid of telling the truth.<br/><br/>But he'd do it anyway. What else could he do? Alternatives didn't even cross the young Knight's mind. To him, there<span style=""font-style: italic"">were </span>no alternatives.<br/><br/>Finally, after the Jeep stopped and the Lieutenant hopped off, he knew what to say. He called for the platoon to assemble, and waited as they formed up.<br/><br/>""First Platoon!"" he called out. ""By the decision of our Generals, in the name of our King, His Majesty Rey Sander the Third, and by the Grace of Uriyah and the Eight Hundred, Fourth Armored has been ordered to continue the advance into Precambrian territory."" He folded his hands behind his back to hide their nervous twitching, but managed to keep his voice steady and articulate. ""As you might know, there's only one real route through the Forest in this sector..."" he extended an arm towards the mud and dirt he was standing on, ""...and it's this.""<br/><br/>The Lieutenant paused for a second. ""In case you didn't get that,"" he went on, ""Werebear company will spearhead the advance. Werebear One will lead it. That's us, ladies and gentlemen.""<br/><br/>He didn't know what else to say, really. Vester had, after all, spent the whole ride back to the platoon pondering about the whole predicament. It didn't occur to him that this wasn't all old news to the rest of the platoon. ""We leave later today, if all goes well. Leaders! Stay here. The rest of you, attend to your equipment and be ready to move out on five minutes' notice. Dismissed."""
7720,Pretty Okay Company (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322140&start=100,2014-12-25T20:07:00,Altito Asmoro,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lance Corporal Adam Strangle</span><br/><br/>Well, yeah. It just got real.<br/><br/>With the deployment of the Werebear and the entire Fourth Armored brigade, the entire men and women in here have to prepared as soon as possible. He immediately went back to the IFV and started to finishing the last checking on the IFV. He called Private Sam.<br/><br/>""Private Sam, go through the IFV one more time and check if anything is fine. We will be deployed in five more minutes and I don't think we can go without the last check. After the checking is done, then prepared your guns and munitions and your standard supply.""<br/><br/>Lance Corporal, after finishing up, checking his gears for the last time before heading inside the IFV waiting for Sergeant and the command of the deployment to be ordered."
7721,Pretty Okay Company (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322140&start=100,2014-12-25T21:19:00,Pan Asian Amercian Coalition,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Private Artyom Barrisivo</span><br/><br/>Lieutenant Riatlo's announcement wasn't unexpected, but that did little to blunt the impact of the news. The unit was advancing. Artyom had only served in a rear guard unit for a few weeks on his way out to the front, making this his first time in a real fight, toe-to-toe with the Precambrians.<br/><br/>""Dismissed.""<br/><br/>With Riatlo's blessing, Artyom quickly returned to his tent and began to check and double check all his gear was in order. He recounted all the shells for his heavy rifle, twenty armor-piercing cermet incendiary rounds, which came highly recommended from his brother in the partisani movement.<span style=""font-style: italic"">These things</span>said Shinje,<span style=""font-style: italic"">will go through an APC like butter and then light them like firewood.</span>The rounds were put into a small satchel like bag on the side of the gun, for easy access. He hefted the big rifle over his shoulder, service rifle in hand, and gave the kitty a farewell pat on the head before stepping out of the tent.<br/><br/>Artyom was ready. He strode up the passenger hatch beside his unit's attached crawler and waited for the ok-go from the commander."
7722,Pretty Okay Company (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322140&start=100,2014-12-26T10:28:00,Cylarn,"Mulder turned away from Carl almost immediately after Rialto called the unit to fall in. He strode quickly over to his position at the rear-center of the unit, and looked on at the young Lieutenant. Like the other veteran soldiers in the platoon, he wasn't surprised by the news. The Fourth was known for its tenacity in the face of overwhelming odds, and its armor and mechanized infantry elements indicated that it was the perfect force for the intended operation. The unit would most likely punch into Precambrian territory, though they'd most likely have to hold a position and hold it against a Precambrian counterattack.It was going to be a tough fight, and Mulder guessed that a good number of men in the platoon would die today.<br/><br/>For a moment, he reflected on his own mortality. Just because someone is a veteran soldier doesn't mean that they are exempt from a battlefield death. Mulder had seen plenty of high-ranking officers and NCOs take a bullet and he knew that for the common conscript, such a tragedy not only removed one of the leadership elements of the unit, but it really damaged morale. He had witnessed chaotic retreats caused by platoons who had lost their leadership, scared and unable to effectively function as a unit. He didn't care about his own mortality, though something else bothered him. If he and Rialto died, what was going to happen to the unit? Would McGundry or another NCO try to rally the remnants of the platoon in a forlorn attempt to postpone death, or was the platoon going to quickly fall apart in the face of overwhelming fear? Mulder was scared; not for himself, but for the entire platoon.<br/><br/>The speech itself was less than inspiring, by Mulder's standards. It was very quick, blunt, and unimaginative, and Mulder felt that the Lieutenant should have offered a few words of encouragement to a unit in which almost 75% of the soldiers hadn't seen combat. When the unit was dismissed, Mulder walked around the crumbling formation over to the Lieutenant, and gave a nod at the officer.<br/><br/>""Can't say I'm surprised with our orders,"" he said to the officer. ""Anyways, what's our plan of attack, sir?"""
7723,Pretty Okay Company (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322140&start=100,2014-12-26T13:30:00,Reverend Norv,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lance Corporal Evardin Drael</span><br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Ayreonia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322140&amp;p=22913281#p22913281"">wrote</a>:</cite>""First Platoon! By the decision of our Generals, in the name of our King, His Majesty Rey Sander the Third, and by the Grace of Uriyah and the Eight Hundred, Fourth Armored has been ordered to continue the advance into Precambrian territory. As you might know, there's only one real route through the Forest in this sector...and it's this.""<br/><br/>""In case you didn't get that, Werebear company will spearhead the advance. Werebear One will lead it. That's us, ladies and gentlemen.""<br/><br/>""We leave later today, if all goes well. Leaders! Stay here. The rest of you, attend to your equipment and be ready to move out on five minutes' notice. Dismissed.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>There were, Evardin Drael had long ago learned, many different kinds of fear.<br/><br/>There was the sudden panic-fear you felt when you heard the concussive<span style=""font-style: italic"">snap</span>of a bullet passing next to your head: a metallic taste in your mouth, a crawling sensation under your skin. Then there was the gnawing fear of patrolling in enemy territory, of waiting for death: the clenching nausea in the pit of your stomach, the headache behind your eyes.<br/><br/>What Evardin felt when Vester Rialto finished speaking was neither of those. It was, rather, a fear that the medic recognized from his childhood. Growing up in the Oorburg tenements, Evardin would pick up odd jobs around the foundries after school. His small stature and swift hands made him ideally suited to squeezing into the machinery, in tiny spaces where a grown man would not fit, to clear bits of slag that had become stuck. And so the boy would find himself deep in the bowels of the foundry, with hot metal pressing in all around, deafened by the pounding of hundred-ton pistons and scalded by rivers of molten steel flowing an arm's length away.<br/><br/>In those moments, Evardin had always been acutely aware of how terribly fragile his body was, how easily it could be crushed or burned away. He had been afraid down to his very bones. And yet he had kept going, squeezing through the oven-hot labyrinth of metal, reaching for the bit of twisted slag just ahead. Because he had felt, in his gut, that he had no other choice; he could not turn back, and remain who he was. And so his fear was mingled with helpless fury, and even a kind of self-loathing: because Evardin was the cause of his own fear, and he knew it, and he could do nothing about it.<br/><br/>This was the fear that Evardin felt when Vester Rialto had concluded his short speech. The medic had served in the forest for a decade and more - long enough to learn to read between the lines. The only reason for the generals to choose a green platoon to lead a major advance was because they expected an ambush or a counterattack, and they wanted their initial losses to come from an expendable unit. Werebear One was a sacrifice to the gods of war, offered up so that more valuable units would have time to maneuver and regroup. Evardin and his friends were being sent to their deaths.<br/><br/>A reasonable man, Evardin thought, would react to that news by walking away. He would walk straight into the woods, and he wouldn't stop walking until he came to some clear lake hidden deep within the trees, and there he would live out his life in silence and calm and peace. That was what a reasonable man would do.<br/><br/>Evardin could not do that, and he knew it. For one thing, there was Ellie, and the life in Rialtum that Evardin had worked so hard and against all odds to create for himself. He couldn't just abandon all of that. But at a deeper level, Evardin couldn't walk away for the same reason that he had never been able to crawl out of that red-hot machinery when he was a child. He didn't have it in him to turn back. It wasn't who he was.<br/><br/>Evardin knew that death lay up that road, and that knowledge filled him with fear, and he knew that nothing but his own choice could make him march into the battle ahead. And yet he also knew that he could not turn back; he could not be other than what he was. And so fear sat in Evardin's gut like a lead weight, and his soul raged in helpless despair against his own nature.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">I think way too fecking much</span>, the medic realized, and turned away.<br/><br/><div align=""center"">* * *</div><br/><br/>While the squad leaders received their briefing, Evardin went to find the other members of Boy Squad. He remembered having seen Lillian go into the supply tent, and followed the support gunner.<span style=""font-style: italic"">I need to look confident for the recruits</span>, Evardin thought, and somehow the thought gave him a measure of perverse comfort.<span style=""font-style: italic"">At least I can still help them a little, I suppose.</span><br/><br/>The lance corporal ducked into the supply tent, and found Lillian cleaning her LMG. Evardin nodded in greeting and gave a small smile, but he could tell that it seemed forced; the lines around his eyes were worried rather than joyous. ""The lieutenant's back,"" the medic announced briefly. ""He says we're Oorburg Magnus before sunset. Better gear up and get back to the rest of Boy."" Evardin paused, and looked away for a moment. Then he added quietly, with a strange aching gentleness: ""There's no hurry, Lillian. I'll walk with you."""
7724,Pretty Okay Company (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322140&start=100,2014-12-26T15:15:00,New Zepuha,"Gurt had come running at the call to form up, pulling his arms into his jacket as he walked down the ramp at the back of the IFV. He finished buttoning up his shirt as he walked and shuddered at the call of the lieutenant. The cold bite of the air was nothing to knowing that they would push on even with winter weather looming over their heads. What was even worse was the idea that Gurt would be slogging his IFV through the muddy quagmires that was the forest road. It was the deployment orders rather than the cold air that made him shudder that day.<br/><br/>The grizzled NCO fell in with his vehicle crew behind him, trailing at his heels like pups. They were a green crew and honestly he was fearing the worst when they struck combat zones. How would these greenbacks perform during combat, would his gunner be able to hit anything. Not that gunner's had much luck hitting anything the way McGundry ran his crew. He'd probably be up on his gun the moment of first contact, swinging his cupola about blazing hot shells at enemy targets. He glanced down the line to the chief NCO and grinned a bit. All the veterans somehow shared a telepathic link of sorts, they all knew the pre-combat jitters and anxiety that came with deployment. Gurt had learned to channel it into a childlike eagerness.<br/><br/>When the LT finished up his rather dull speech, the order was given for NCOs to remain at post, so of course he did not leave his spot when his crew did. He sniffed the air and spat a hot ball of spit to one side and scratched his grizzly chin, Gurt needed a shave. ""Well left-tennant, what are our arders for this attack?"""
7725,Pretty Okay Company (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322140&start=100,2014-12-26T15:46:00,The United Remnants of America,"Baer groaned inwardly. This was exactly what he didn't want to hear. He'd expected a few more days to at least get his new rookie at least a little up to speed before they rolled into battle. The last thing he needed was to see his partner pointing her AT rifle backwards and firing it back into the rest of Werebear. Baer scuffed his boot a little in the mud and turned to walk back to his little corner of the camp to start packing up what he'd though of as his temporary home. As he walked, he looked over to see Gurt and the rest of his squad's IFV crew getting ready and snuggling into their armored deathtrap, the Antediluvian version of the Precambrian vehicles Baer himself was taught to turn into scrap metal. Baer picked his AT rifle up off his bedroll and slung it over his shoulder. As he packed up his belongings, Baer tightened his scarf around his neck and spread it out so it would come up to just under his nose, after doing this and shoulder his rucksack, the corporal readjusted his bandana and walked off towards the IFV, where he assumed the rest of his squad would be meeting."
7726,Pretty Okay Company (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322140&start=100,2015-01-01T15:51:00,The GAmeTopians,"<blockquote><div><cite>Altito Asmoro <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322140&amp;p=22915933#p22915933"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lance Corporal Adam Strangle</span><br/><br/>Well, yeah. It just got real.<br/><br/>With the deployment of the Werebear and the entire Fourth Armored brigade, the entire men and women in here have to prepared as soon as possible. He immediately went back to the IFV and started to finishing the last checking on the IFV. He called Private Sam.<br/><br/>""Private Sam, go through the IFV one more time and check if anything is fine. We will be deployed in five more minutes and I don't think we can go without the last check. After the checking is done, then prepared your guns and munitions and your standard supply.""<br/><br/>Lance Corporal, after finishing up, checking his gears for the last time before heading inside the IFV waiting for Sergeant and the command of the deployment to be ordered.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Well, that's SHIT news, but I suppose we're a cannon fodder group anyways.</span><br/>Sam grabbed his wrench from his pack, and crawled back under the IFV. He immediately spotted a few loose bolts under the drivetrain, and tightened them expertly.<br/>""All clear, the drivetrain was loose! Coming out, sir!""<br/>Sam crawled out, and replaced the wrench in his pack.<br/>""This is gonna be a long ride."""
7727,Pretty Okay Company (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322140&start=100,2015-01-02T00:57:00,Republic of Hasgriu,"<blockquote><div><cite>Ayreonia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322140&amp;p=22913281#p22913281"">wrote</a>:</cite>Snippity.</div></blockquote><br/>Richard was quite nervous to be going out into enemy territory, to be honest. The few vets he knew told him about the horrors littering No Mans' Land. Just travelling through the area would make him face corpses, with their entrails leaking out, blood and fire spread equally throughout the territory. He immediately felt queasy, and excused himself to his tent.<br/><br/>As he stumbled into the tent, he regretted not following his sister to Erathemon. Why was he staying in this godforsaken country, fighting a hopeless, endless war? 'Now I'm going to die here, and rot in a pit in the Precambrian countryside, instead of with my family having lived a good life.', Stanislav thought. He reached for his canteen, but it was empty. ""Demon of Perkele!"", Mikuláš cursed reflexively. Shocked, he brouht his hand up to his mouth. He hardly ever cursed, even as a soldier. Swears just seemed unnatural to him.<br/><br/>""Ha, ha, I guess I'm really worked up, huh?"", Dvorak said laughingly. He knew all too well that that was the understatement of the century. He nabbed a random canteen someone had left behind, and then drank all of it, till the last drop. Then he dropped, with a sigh, onto his bunk.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, Dayle was completely furious and frustrated. He had expected at least another day to fix up the damned vehicle, which, at present, was still filled with the commander's overwhelming stink. Stupid Generals, monarch, yadda yadda, screw the royalty. Grace of Uriyah, my ass. If Uriyah had any grace, he would have given the nation's leaders the sense to stop sending half their populations at each other. That, or the Antediluvians would have won already. Bloody idiots, the lot of 'em. Page couldn't remember the last time either side suggested peace talks.<br/><br/>Dayle Page resigned himself to his fate, and turned to his IFV. Time to get some work done. Now, let's start with Old Man Gurt's stench..."
7728,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153,2014-12-01T10:55:00,2072 AD,"<div align=""center"">THE LOST CIVILIZATIONS<br/><br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322143"" rel=""nofollow"">OOC</a><br/><br/>Current map: <a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i.imgur.com/S3FTkGL.png"" rel=""nofollow"">http://i.imgur.com/S3FTkGL.png</a><br/><br/>Past Eras: Age of Awakening (10 days, 50 years in total)<br/>Age of Reason (10 days, 20 years in total)<br/>Age of Engines (???)<br/><br/>Current Age(Era): The Age of Uncertainty<br/>1 IC years / RL day.<br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""https://secure.static.tumblr.com/ab6a4cd3fa24fa5c929142fffc2df001/33zfdnn/kkincq7h7/tumblr_static_tumblr_static_c5v9rrymmf408wcc08w8cs4s0_640.jpg""/><br/><br/>Base Tech Level = 4<br/><br/>(Which means that level 2 techs take 0.25 days to get, level 3 techs take .5 day to get and <span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">level 4 techs take 1 days</span></span> to get!)<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Tech level 5 takes 3 RL days to get 1</span></div><br/><br/>Technology Tree:<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Level 1:<br/>-Steam Power (Steam ships and factories)<br/>-Chemistry (Fertilizers and cheaper gunpowder)<br/>-Biology (know how life works)<br/>-Calculus (Numbers!)<br/>-Astronomy (Meh...)<br/>-Engineering = Construction (Bigger buildings)<br/><br/><br/>Level 2: (1800-1880)<br/>- Geology (From Chemistry?) (more resources) <br/>- Physics (Calculus, Chemistry, Engineering and astronomy?) (Airships and more accurate guns)<br/>- Medicine &amp; Petrochemistry (Biology or Chemistry?) (Cure disease) (Refine Oil)<br/>- Railroads (Steam Power, Engineering) (TRAINS!)<br/>- Electricity (with little practical use) (From Physics and Chemistry?) (telegraph)<br/>- Metallurgy (Engineering and Chemistry) (More, better steel)<br/>- Clockworks (Engineering) (Repeater rifles, Gattling guns)<br/>- Industrial automation (Steam power and Engineering) (Assembly lines, More production)<br/>- Photography (From Chemistry) (Pictures)<br/><br/>Level 3: (1880-1930)<br/>- Combustion (From Physics, Petrochemisrtry and metallurgy) (Cars, Tanks)<br/>- Organic Chemistry (From Biology, Medicine and Chemistry) (better medicine, more vaccines, Chemical weapons)<br/>- Telecommunication (Electricity) (Radios, Telephones)<br/>- Electric power (Electricity, Steam power) (Electric trains, Tools)<br/>- Electric lights (Electricity) (Neon signs)<br/>- Flight (Combustion) (Airplanes!)<br/>- Motion Picture (Photography) (Movies)</div></div></div><br/><br/>Level 4: (1930-1944)<br/>- Rocketry<br/><br/>Level 5: (1944-1957)<br/><br/>Level 6: (1957-1969)<br/><br/>Level 7: (1969-2014)<br/><br/>Level 8: (2014-2037)<br/><br/>Level 9: (2037-2060)<br/><br/>Level 10: (2060-2120)"
7729,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153,2014-12-04T10:32:00,Harkback Union,"<div align=""center""><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322143"" rel=""nofollow"">OOC</a><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://lowres-picturecabinet.com.s3-eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/119/main/3/671704.jpg""/><br/><br/>A lone culthouse in the Outskirts of Zadox</div><br/><br/>2 Cultists arrive on a boat. They carry a crate containing strangely shaped glass, books and ancient brick tablets with them which they hand over to the doctors inside who are tirelessly working on deciphering old knowledge. Among the old scripts is an instructions manual on how to assemble equipment needed to conduct chemical experiments. The Doctors are astonished by the ancient's knowledge. All sorts of strange colored fluids and materials are made in the boiling pots, Some of them melt living matter, Some of them sparkle brightly as their burn, some of them create strange smoke that smells very bad. Their thirst for knowledge grows and more experiments are conducted. Their understanding of the world soon surpasses that of the ancient's...<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Harkback""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Agents:</span></span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">- Mayor Ruebeck -</span> Elected Mayor of Zadox, In charge of the city's robust infrastructure projects. Perhaps Descendant of the once respected Ruebeck family, whom according to some old brick tablets governed Zadox for an entire Millenia. <br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Forces:</span></span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">- The Sentines -</span> Guardians of the Harkback cult. They help wherever help is needed. If armed at all, they carry bronze spears, their traditional weapon. When not patrolling the streets in search of fires and wrongdoers, they tend to the sick.<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Infrastructure:</span></span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">- The Mirror Pyramid -</span> besides the dormant mountain survived the apocalypse with little to no harm. An enormous device is housed inside which can act as both a microscope and a telescope, though not at the same time. <br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">- Zadox -</span> The city of nightmares according to those old and alive enough to tell stories of the past, the past Before the Apocalypse, but even they have trouble recalling the horrific things happened here. Night and day are very much alike in Zadox. During the day, Fog enshrouds the streets blocking out the sunlight while at night, the fog disperses the light of of the candles and oil lamps which makes up for a dim version of daylight. City streets have been widened by the disasters that struck the city and large parks grew on the ruins of the devastated palace that once stood in the middle of Zadox. <br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Culture:</span></span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">- Sentientalism -</span> According to the old brick tablets, Sentient creatures in the world must never be harmed or extorted in any way by a fellow sentient being. Peace, Cooperation and equality therefore is mandatory. The Cult holds these Ideas sacred and educates every harkback children to respect them.<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Knowledge:</span></span><br/><br/>-LEVEL 1-<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">- Biology -</span> Ever since the construction of the Mirror Pyramid, Harkback understanding of life, Especially on small scale has grown greatly. Bacterias, living Tissue and reproduction is understood well... Everyone in Zadox loves biology. Books about human anatomy were the first to be published after the apocalypse. Some believe that soon the harkback will be able to perhaps transplant organs or replace them with machines to extend human lifespan... some already make attempts to construct such machines.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">- Chemistry -</span> The few books that survived the apocalypse contained useful information on the behavior of matter and also some strange theories about tiny particles, namely, Molecules and elements. According to these centuries old books, the elements can form all kinds of molecules when placed in the right environment, though they may also appear in their pure form. The Watermaker, The Graphite and the Firestopper are the only elements known to the harkback so far... Though they might actually be molecules themselves. The debate rages on.</div></div></div>"
7730,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153,2014-12-04T13:38:00,New Strausberg,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Citadel</span><br/><br/><br/>Deep within the bowels of The Citadels mines the workers droned on and on in an never ending aspect of life. The harder they worked the better it would be for there chances of getting picked for the warrior class, as the mined and mined inside of The Great Forges of city weapons and armor where being made, some would be going across the land to turn a profit, others where sent to the mighty DeepGuard. Within the chambers of the science master Hans Jäger he is working on producing a faster way to be through the mountains and mine. He has been studying the old machines found around the area at the base of the citadel, these machines will help move more resorces and men around quicker. All that was needed was the right thing to power them, coal and heat seemed to work best and it was in a great abundance within the industrial empire. Schematics where given to The Grest Forges to begin manufacturing Steam Engines. This would please not only the king, but the many workers desperately trying to increase productivity.<br/><br/><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Infrastructure: The Citadel, a massive burdging industrial town-built into the side of the mountain and then deep into it, this city is the heart of The Iron Depotism and its main seat of power. Safe from harm the people work at bettering the Depostism through work and labour <br/><br/>Agent: Hans Jäger, a man of science he works day and night to come up with ways to keep the mighty production that keeps the Depostism alive running, a brilliant inventor and grandson of the man who helped build the Citadel he is one of the most highly regarded indivuals in the Depostism. <br/><br/>Forces: Deep Guard: from the bowls of the mighty citadel spawn the Deep Guard, Soldiers hell bent on protecting there great city and will stop at nothing short of death to protect it. There will is unwavering and each would gladly die for there cause. They are given the best equipment that can be made and put thought a training regiment from birth. It is drilled into them how to kill and they will never hesitate to do so.<br/><br/>Culture: From decades of living the many people's have developed a caste system, The King and warriors the highest caste, the workers the second highest, the slaves the lowest. This caste system keeps people in check, it is also used to keep production going for those who prove themselves skilled workers are often picked to join the warrior caste and a better life. There is only one patron god, Crawn, the god of industry and production.<br/><br/>Knowledge: Advanced metallurgy, when working with so many metals it is often good to understand them, and therefor best implement them. The people's of the Iron Depostim have learned much over the many years of how to produce and use the metals most effectively <br/><br/>Infrastructure: The Great Forges: inside of the citidel lay many mass if forges from which many devices of war are made, each of these built deep into the mountain where the resorces needed for them are plentiful. There are the pride and joy of any working caste member as well as the best arms and armor.<br/><br/>Knowledge: Steam engines: from studying the old machines littered around. The industrial nation has began to create steam powered machine to increase productivity and move around supplies faster.</div></div></div>"
7731,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153,2014-12-04T14:56:00,Pac Kindom,"Just after midnight a raft arrived at Conwy port containing 4 men and two items, the first was a 4 tonne stone block and the second was a book containing ship designs. Waiting for the raft were a group of men who were setting a number of rollers so that the stone could be dragged to the town square. after hour work the stone was resting on the first set of rollers. As they pull it towards the town square the sing "" Come get your duds in order Heave away, me jollies, heave away Come get your duds in order For we're going to cross the water Heave away me jolly boys, we're all bound away""<br/><br/>This astonishing journey covers nearly 240 meters. Once at the site, the stone was set up in the center of square. Once in pace a master and begin to carve a symbol of a shield with a ship on it. The next day Maelor Pritchett began to study the book of ship plans.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Bython Union""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Agent</span><br/>Maelor Pritchett</span>, A great inventor and current leader of Bython Union who designed and built of the the current fishing fleet.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Forces</span><br/>The Bython Guard</span> is a force maintained by the Bython Union and is responsible for the safety of the and the security of the Union. All members are trained in naval combat and land combat.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Infrastructure</span><br/>Conwy,</span> This town is home to most of the people of the Union and set stride a river which flows thro the town in to the port and out to sea. Town surround the port an is made up of simple and practical stone constructions.<br/><br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Knowledge:<br/><br/>-LEVEL 1-</span></span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Biology:</span> Using knowledge found at the port they learnd all about the sea life they could eat and how the best way to catch it<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Engineering</span> The Bython learned much of ship building from studying found plans. They are well know shipwrights.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Construction</span> The Bythons love to build things a number of farms and canals have been built and they are in the process of build in walls for the town of Conwy.</div></div></div>"
7732,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153,2014-12-04T16:21:00,Ammar,"The desert sun was just right, nearly 100 degrees beating down on the glass in the sand. What little rain collected was put to good use raising cacti that could then be used for their water, as well as other farming needs. The small community of the Kh'ara was at peace. Even the militiamen were resting, bored hoping for a petty theif to come around. Senei Fudo, the leader of the community returned from a trek with several new Hush Le students. The trek nearly dried the students' bodies, never being used to the torture the master put them through. Needless to say, Fudo swore that if they could survive the trek, there would be nothing that could possibly kill them except sheer arrogance.<br/><br/>The Hush Le masters that stayed at the temple were busy in the town helping with the irrigation system, brining in water from the only stream for miles. The militia didn't really help much, jut sat around watching for someone to chase. Watching his people in such poor conditions, the master wondered how many others had survived the apocalypse.<br/><br/>[spoiler=Kh'ara]<br/>Agents-Master Fudo, the head of the Kh'ara and the grandmaster of the army.<br/><br/>Forces- The Kurari, the mercenary army of the nation, headed by Hush Le masters, are sent to explore for who else survived.<br/><br/>Knowledge- In the desert, irrigation is not an option for getting fresh water to drink.<br/><br/>Technology-Engineering is being promoted in order to better the irrigation system.<br/>[/spoiler]"
7733,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153,2014-12-04T18:49:00,Levis Avara,"Aurelius was on the verge of a amazing discovery.The old man walked in the glorious halls of the Great Library the endless shelves of books and scrolls seemed to go on forever.He imagined thousands of scholars and citizens walking across them bringing life to this huge center now it was depressing,empty the proud example of the fallen Empire a shadow of its self and the descendents a washed in ignorance and superstitious ridicule.What he came for would reverse that and bring the glory of Arcea back.He came to a huge gilded door classical decorated with golden intricate angels and wraiths.The Hallows supposedly a center of magic where the sisters of destiny would summon a mighty Wizard from the days before that would find a school of magic and bring knowledge to the people.Many had tried countless had failed now Aurelius would complete it.He stood in the huge red Triquetra the sisters of destiny golden winged wearing ancient helmets and holding three staffs pointed at the symbol. In ancient Arcean a language forgotten even before the Empire he spoke<span style=""font-style: italic"">Avi Nerotora Makii ikoss nasora!!!</span>The Library and indeed the entire city rumbled has a mighty earth quake shook with ferocity.A beam of light rose from the sky and illuminated the entire room.A old powerful Wizard came from the light and stood on his oak wood staff a sapphire on the top.""Well you summoned me""? He said annoyed and impatient.Aurelius Shouted overjoyed and jumping across the room I did it,I did it I'm a genius!! pointed at him ha ha look a wizard thank the powers above!"" The Wizard raised a eyebrow eyes glowing with electricity why are you happy? I should blast you to dust for interrupting my time voice booming supernaturally . How dare you summon me from Nirvana to this hell hole!!Aurelius stopped and was quite surprised he says but you're to save Arcea in the prophecy remember? Aurelius said Oh really? the Wizard said you have much to learn.<br/><br/>(OOC:Not gonna god mode just using the Wizard for RP)<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Truth</span><br/>The Wizard explained that the powers that control this island cannot interfere in the affairs of mere mortals and that this was decided after the disastrous events of the Toba eruption.But the Wizard believes he cannot watch idly has Arcea slumps further into despair and for the chaos to end he grants a small amount of his magic to Aurelius so that he may find a school of magic to counter the evil forces that are gathering across the world especially in the North.Now go and teach our brethren you are our only hope.He then teleports in a flash of blinding light.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">The School of Augustine </span><br/>Aurelius was a wealthy man who lived in a castle in rural Arcea.The Aurelius Family goes back Millennia and have amassed quite a huge amount of wealth and they never forgot who they where. The Castle was huge able to be supported has a school but very small has sorcery was still young but in the coming decades hundreds and then thousands of students would come to study here but that would have to wait.<br/><br/>[spoiler][Infrastructure]The city of Arvenia in southern Arcea isle is mainly powered from water.The river Tripoli provides all the energy the city could want with dams providing the energy. beautiful marble domed buildings sits on the water with water falls falling into a huge lake. The city is subject to barbarian attacks but on the water it is difficult to invade.<br/>[Agent] Scientist Benevin Julius Aurelius Scientist and adviser to the Senate is one of the few souls to venture to the forbidden city of Arcea.There lies the Great Library and the ruins of the magnificent city the hallows of knowledge and history science and technology is abundant here and he brings many ancient trinkets steam engines,and cotton gins radios etc to study.He has managed to replicate and make these machines function some what but the Senate fears the techs are cursed because of the Dark Age and bans them from public use.<br/>[Forces]The Dragon Army.A small but formidable force protecting the citizens of the Republic from barbarian gangs and up holding the people and Senate this honorable army will once again lead to the ancient glory of Arcea only thru justice and reason.<br/>[Knowledge]Engineering.The Altarians are creators not destroyers they have turned the desolate landscape to evergreen once again farms and canals are being constructed with great skill the buildings and terraces holding life giving gardens plant life and other beautiful scenery.Canals and farms provide much needed food to the growing populace of 18,000<br/>[Knowledge]Steam Power.The Arcean people have never forgotten the wonder of Steam power which powers the entire city.The coldness of the Volcanic Winter can still be felt and steam power provides much heat to offset this mini ice age.Steam Ships although very rare also provide speedy travel across the Tripoli but still Arcea Island is a hot bed for Barbarism and the Republic makes sure to shield it self from this chaotic world.<br/>[Culture]The Altarian Forum Here is the center of the Republic Several important structures are here including the Altarian Senate house made of gleaming marble with pillars and a dome.It is of religious,social,political,and economic importance and where elections are held has well.<br/>[Knowledge]Biology:In Altaria farming now is the most important task that can be practiced.Benevin has studied many of the plant and animal life around Arcea and compared it to the biology books from the Great Library and found that many animal and plant life that existed before the Dark Ages simply don't exist anymore.He also helps the farmers by maximizing the fewer agricultural plants that still exist and finding seeds from the Vaults in the Library to teach them how to grow them.<br/>[Knowledge Legacy]Calculus is the mathematical study of change, in the same way that geometry is the study of shape and algebra is the study of operations and their application to solving equations.This allows the Altarians to make more advanced techs.<br/>Magic:Sorcery:currently pyrokinesis is being studied heavily influenced from the volcanic eruption[/spoil"
7734,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153,2014-12-04T19:13:00,Seno Zhou Varada,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">New Zyras, The Royal Scavengers</span><br/><br/>The deepest expedition into the city so far, into the great spirals of stairs down an old, a very old building. The stairs seemed to be in crumbling condition but it kept a small team up. Keya lead the group with a blade and hand cannon like gun which had 2 rounds in it. They finally reached the chamber. One of the members lit a lantern and looked around. Strange, slightly glowing glyphs were on the wall. They seemed to be from glowing algae like in the ocean but it wasn't. Finally they reached a big... huge furnace like thing with chains wrapped around it and a big lock. Keya fired 2 shots into the lock then pulled it apart. Then a fire like glow and heat came from the furnace revealing a huge lever. Curious Keya pulled the lever. Then an explosion went knocking them several feet and unconscious. A few hours later Keya woke up and the glyphs were going mad then... swirling into the air onto the men and women's skin! A burning sensation was felt as glyphs covered her. Then a large mirror seemed to form out of thin air showing Keya. Glyphs marked her arms and face glowing then. She held out her sword wich seemed to have a rune on it. Then the rune glowed and changed into a spear, then changed back to a sword. Keya almost dropped from this due to the exhaustion but then she noticed something written on the wall. It seemed to correct itself into the Zyrasian language. Then as she read the words a magical... hologram? It appeared then speaking to her in a... pre recorded message. ""Hello there, my name is Kasuwa Naviga. As you have noticed probably you have gotten strange glyphs on you and are able to do strange stuff. As the first one up from the blast you are probably the only one able to withstand the exhaustion for me to talk to you and give you the info. As your wondering this is not your buildings. This is of the ancients, people of Tredeara that existed before you, in our last years the Nav built this but it was never finished. They came, their information however I cannot pass onto you as it would destroy you. However what I can give you I will. I'm sorry for the very short time of speaking with you but my power levels are almost gone. Good luck in your life"". Then she was unconscious again. The last thing she heard before waking up was ""Upload complete... Zyrasian project initiated"".<br/><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Knowledge: Steam Power: The most needed knowledge to survive. The Spirit, the mighty floating city on the coasts off New Zyras is kept afloat on this power. Due to the water needing boiling to be drank steam is so commonly made and used it powers the city keeping it afloat and the steam afterwards is converted back to freshwater. And some smaller steam boats head to the mainland every once and a while to collect old relics and scavenge the remains of the people who rebelled who couldn't support themselves from the apocalyptic weather.<br/>Knowledge: Engineering: The Zyrasians beat their partners, the Amerali, in one way. Industrial power and techniques. They knew how to build, what to build, and the way to do it efficiently. Grear wonders in New Zyras, Zykra, and Spirit show it off to every person just by looking.<br/>Knowledge: Biology: Life on the sea is tough. With the devastating loss of life they had to know what they could eat and not get seriously harmed in anyway. They using previous knowledge began to learn all the: Deep sea fish, close to surface fish, and shore fish. Also learning many new fishing methods as well as whaling.<br/>Culture: Viva la Revolution: The Zyrasians are an independent, free, people who don't tolerate conquerers, slavers, racists, and bigots. These defiant people don't take crap from nobody anytime at all.<br/>Infrastructure: Spirit: The floating city that kept these people alive. Armed by cannons and fireworks using heavy bombardment on enemies to keep them away and using steam power it slowly moves along. Advanced fishing machines and whaling guns also are on the city for food and fuel harvesting. It houses 20,000 people and has small farms to keep vitamin C and others up and some livestock but not much.<br/>Agent: Keya Vos Siochanna: The namesake of Keya the commander of the forces of the lost city of Siochanna. She is head scavenger of the reclaimers of New Zyras, a group dedicated to fixing New Zyras, scavenging relics, and clearing the city of looters. She operates in the Name of the Grand Council and is very experienced with outsiders, the few that remain. <br/>Forces: The Reclaimers of New Zyras: 3 sects, The Royal scavengers, The Vanguard, and The Navy. While the Zyrasians absolutely hate fighting they will do it if necessary. These 1st of course scavenges and cleans up New Zyras for settlers to come. The 2nd go out into the deadlands, ruined farms, and ruined factories to clear them out for the scavengers but usually patrol Spirit. The last explores the seas and makes sure no people come near Spirit. Now there is a small airforce of ballons with people in the baskets but that's for dangerous areas.<br/>Magic: Glyph magic: This magic while mysterious holds great power in major moments but can be controlled in minir ways like lighting a flame in your hand or other small ways. All Zyrasians have at least a little bit of it because of operation ""Zyrasian""...</div></div></div>"
7735,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153,2014-12-05T16:31:00,New Fraulasia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Neo-Goffsill City of Lotill, approx 1955 A.O.P.</span><br/>In Lotill, Philogoffer King Sheev looked out to the thronging Goffliners, the Neo-Goffsill. The latest expedition would be returning soon. The plans were to penetrate the inner city for the first time. The Sunken Gallery trip was a resounding success, and the public needed to be still with him, Sheev, with these expeditions.<br/>Later, the companymen were successful. The archivists did their best to translate the old books taken from what the group called a storeroom. It was a record, using a calendar strange and old, filled with many older words, many unfamiliar, especially ""Zadox"". The context of ""Zadox"" was always positive, friendly, no one truly knew of Zadox's real meaning, but it must be good.<br/>Items<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">[Agents] Philogoffer King Sheev- A visionary leading the Neo-Goffsill, intent on returning them to the ways of the original Goffsill. <br/>[Forces] The Goffline Expeditionary Company- An armed group clearing the Old Goffswamp with a pike in hand and skiff underfoot.<br/>[Infrastructure] The Reclaimed- An area that by miraculous irrigation processes, has been made usable for the Neo-Goffsill. <br/>[Infrastructure] Lotill- The present capital of the Neo-Goffsill, built on the shore of the southern Goffline.<br/>[Culture] The Sunken Gallery- The result of an original expedition into Goffsill proper, an old art gallery dating back to pre-flood. <br/>[Culture] The Potato Calendar- The Expedition of Postyule 1955 brought back old Goffsill books, containing a method of reckoning the years. As part of Sheev's Goffsill programs, the Goffsill A.O.P calendar has been adopted.<br/>[Knowledge] Engineering- Architectural cues are conceived around living in a saturated environment. <br/>[Knowledge] Astronomy- In such turbulent times, only the night sky itself could be trusted, and so, the study of it became a pastime of sorts. Glassworkers act as common contractees by astronomers' societies, as well as commonly playing host to them.</div></div></div>"
7736,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153,2014-12-05T20:00:00,Levis Avara,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Barbaric Wars</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Arvenia,Altaria</span><br/><br/><br/>Magic had increased in the air of Arcea island.Tiberius was a commander in the Dragon army and would take advantage of this has the rift between the natural and supernatural worlds had shrunken.It was rainy stormy thunder boomed in the distance.The Dragon Army stood across the Tripoli river a gigantic Barbarian King with long red hair and a sadistic grin and fur clothing on stood on his horse with a heavy axe in his hand with thousands of blood thirsty warriors ready to pillage,destroy,and rape all the inhabitants that resided in this fine city.""SENATORS IS THIS THE BEST YOU SEND AGAINST ME MIGHTY GALROF KING OF THE DRACO KINGDOM!! HA The Blood of Arvenia shall flood this forsaken land and your heads will make fine Trophies for my men""!!Tiberius stood wand blazing with fire,he knew his army was smaller, weaker the Draconians would rip them to shreds but yet a certain power surged within him it was another blessing from the Wizard<span style=""font-style: italic"">use this ability to strike your enemies with power hotter then the sun With the voice of the Wizard his voice booms </span><span style=""font-weight: bold"">""Surrender Barbarians or suffer the dire consequences you are no match for the Republic""!!</span>""NEVER WE WILL NOT STOP TILL ARVENIA CRUMBLES""!! the barbarian king shouts.<span style=""font-weight: bold"">""Foolish children,I shall tolerate your insolence no more""!! </span>With Power greater then any sorcerer could manage Tiberius flies to the top of a building the barbarians manage to shoot some cannon balls at them but Tiberius with his wand deflects with a massive lighting strike melting the balls and destroying entire brigades soon the Altarians with a new vigor and hope they rush across the river and bring punishment to the barbarians killing many of them and the ultimate victory is scored and Arvenia is saved.The men cheered and taunted at the fleeing barbarians has they where zapped by Tiberius.Has the last barbarian fled spared to tell his men of this amazing event Tiberius collapses his body nor mind was never meant to hold such power and his comrades gathered to see what happened.<br/><br/>Tiberius spirit was in a void the Wizard spoke ""Your where never meant to hold such power its is a amazing miracle that you did it in the first place, with my final blessing you shall return to Terra to teach at Augustine School of Magic with the abilities you have acquired"" .Tiberius in spirit form returns to Earth and shall teach the descendents of Arcea telekinesis and electrokinesis.Has punishment for interfering with the mortals the Wizard is banished from Nirvana and sent to a isolated icy mountain in the North until this Age comes to a end.<br/><br/>President Tyre was amazed of the accounts of the sorcerer Tiberius .This could be the beginning of a age of expansion with the abilities of Sorcery and Technology combined the Altarians would be unstoppable the barbarian gangs could be finally be destroyed and the light of civilzation could illuminate the entire island once more.He would build a mage force trained and skilled they would strike fire and lighting in the hearts of Altarias enemies,Congress voted almost unanimously to make this happen.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">[Infrastructure]The city of Arvenia in southern Arcea isle is mainly powered from water.The river Tripoli provides all the energy the city could want with dams providing the energy. beautiful marble domed buildings sits on the water with water falls falling into a huge lake. The city is subject to barbarian attacks but on the water it is difficult to invade.<br/>[Agent] Scientist Benevin Julius Aurelius Scientist and adviser to the Senate is one of the few souls to venture to the forbidden city of Arcea.There lies the Great Library and the ruins of the magnificent city the hallows of knowledge and history science and technology is abundant here and he brings many ancient trinkets steam engines,and cotton gins radios etc to study.He has managed to replicate and make these machines function some what but the Senate fears the techs are cursed because of the Dark Age and bans them from public use.<br/>[Forces]The Dragon Army.A small but formidable force protecting the citizens of the Republic from barbarian gangs and up holding the people and Senate this honorable army will once again lead to the ancient glory of Arcea only thru justice and reason.<br/>[Knowledge]Engineering.The Altarians are creators not destroyers they have turned the desolate landscape to evergreen once again farms and canals are being constructed with great skill the buildings and terraces holding life giving gardens plant life and other beautiful scenery.Canals and farms provide much needed food to the growing populace of 18,000<br/>[Knowledge]Steam Power.The Arcean people have never forgotten the wonder of Steam power which powers the entire city.The coldness of the Volcanic Winter can still be felt and steam power provides much heat to offset this mini ice age.Steam Ships although very rare also provide speedy travel across the Tripoli but still Arcea Island is a hot bed for Barbarism and the Republic makes sure to shield it self from this chaotic world.<br/>[Culture]The Altarian Forum Here is the center of the Republic Several important structures are here including the Altarian Senate house made of gleaming marble with pillars and a dome.It is of religious,social,political,and economic importance and where elections are held has well.<br/>[Knowledge]Biology:In Altaria farming now is the most important task that can be practiced.Benevin has studied many of the plant and animal life around Arcea and compared it to the biology books from the Great Library and found that many animal and plant life that existed before the Dark Ages simply don't exist anymore.He also helps the farmers by maximizing the fewer agricultural plants that still exist and finding seeds from the Vaults in the Library to teach them how to grow them.<br/>[Knowledge Legacy]Calculus is the mathematical study of change, in the same way that geometry is the study of shape and algebra is the study of operations and their application to solving equations.This allows the Altarians to make more advanced techs.<br/>Magic 2:Sorcery:currently pyrokinesis is being studied heavily influenced from the volcanic eruption</div></div></div>"
7737,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153,2014-12-06T16:36:00,Ralnis,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Zon'friex<br/>Zel'nash 20</span><br/><br/>As it all begins, a flicker of a candle still lighting the dark paths that have been making their twisting roads and paths throughout their underground city. None have seen the light for so long and they have been watching a few of the skies only to find that their is nothing but wasteland in their sights and nothing but the cold ash and winter chill, they do not even see their own lighting storms that at one time of their life that they worshipped and admire, but now the skies are nothing but ash and clouds, nothing grows topsoil though the times that have bleak sunlight that is not blocked by the ash clouds always show some light that made their hopes soared as that they were able to make their own plants grow underground or that they come out and see the light but do not know if they can go out in the ash just yet. The Sax'fro caste have been trying to decipher the ancient language of the Sax'fro who have been gave them the ancient history of the world before the Dark Times, but they do not know what is the Land of the North called Tredera, or even how large Xel'nox truly is, they said at one time they had all the hills as the eyes could see at the horizon and everything at one time was green, but they did not know that expect then what the text and scrolls said. However, a few things have been happening that they did not know but it has became a new thing altogether.<br/><br/>Even though they have been able to study the workings of the text that the old Sax'fro were able to steal from other people, they had notice that some people who came back from the top had started to have an affinity to the ash and started to control it. It was strange that no one in their entire history of their civ has at least been able to keep, people harnessing this power have started to pop up, they have been few and rare, but they have been giving some sort of acceptance as a gift from their gods, one of the gods, Tevoluch, was god of the ash and the radiated glow. They believed that this god was the one that brought upon their magic and they have been accepted because of this power. They started to study it more to see if they maybe their power is key to surviving the ash and the glow of the Xel'nox. They did not know at first so they wanted to study them before they do something drastic like that.<br/><br/>However, amongst the things that they were able to decipher the technologies of using biology and engineering. The use of biology and chemistry had allowed them to be more efficient with their use of agriculture and the engineering allowed for efficient underground building and planning for more expansions of the city so they have more room for their people to grow into, and it will be the start of more larger scale planning for more planning if the Sax'fro caste deciphers more of the text that have been left from their ancestors.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">[Infrastructure] Zon'friex: Once a collection of underground vaults that had held all of the collective knowledge that Xel'nox had either stolen or discovered on their own, but they had mostly stolen it, and had found themselves once they had came out of their vaults and had became a bustling city with a labyrinth made of roads and corridors that connect to districts that lend a hand to one another and find the city that they have become and build for the betterment of themselves. Zon'friex is called the Glowing City or the City of Ash as they had settled under the ash that had toppled them and the most powerful nations. It is also called the Glowing City because it has a large network of crystals that glow a rainbow of colors and also the large industrialization that had never been seen since the year of Veer'gornash, which was the last era before the Dark Times. The city's workings are of common place and it now houses 11,000 embers that still flicker among the darkness. The City is nearly hidden from the naked eye but the only thing that can be sought is the various holes that lift up smoke and vapor that are symbols of advancement and a new age for them.<br/><br/>[Agent] Weyky'tri: Inventor, Shaman, and current leader of the Sax'fro. The Sax'fro at one time were one of the most intensive spy agencies in the world before the Dark Times, they were formed for the use of exploration and gathering of knowledge when the Theocratium of Xel'nox made their one and only colony, Xergiok, on Tredera and the Sax'fro caste was prevalent in obtaining most of the technology and knowledge of Tredera that rivaled other powers of spies in the world. When the Dark Times came, they retreated with the rest and had gained power as the leaders of the remnants and became intertwined with the new beliefs and culture of the Stao'nonxizil. Weky'tri is skilled in deciphering the ancient text that the Sax'fro used that became the new language of their people and ushered in the inventions that they had discovered long ago at the end of Veer'gornash. The Sax'fro caste still hold an a power over their people as spies, assassins, and now leaders of their civilization, but they are still but a shadow of the legend they used to be, but the new age can bring better legends and a new power for them. <br/><br/>[Forces] Zel'nov Warshamans: A mixture of the two sects of the Warshaman caste that once fought for the Amarites in the past. In the past, the most elite of their cast became the Quo'nox, the ones trained in fighting by the Amarites and led their brothers and sisters to war in what was called Wild Thunder's March, which was led by the Quo'nox Warshaman Myxsti'thyx, which is known to the Old Languages as Wild Thunder and he was a master tactician and the one who wrote the Huen, or the Warshaman's own version of unconventional warfare that allowed them to be famous auxiliaries that won them several victories, both offensive and defensive. When all Warshamans were called underground, then they had joined each other as a hybrid lead as they were the first ones to try and scavenge, reclaim, and explore Xel'nox and they had became more in line to stealth and skirmishing then their old styles of combat. They also are trained in guns and weapons of different types, but they prefer weapons for accuracy and stealth that allows them to take out their forces with precision then brute force like of Old Times.<br/><br/>[Culture] The Storm Rides Again/The Statues of Az'martinx: The natives of Xel'nox resistant outside influence even when they were offered to learn. Their culture is known to be the most alien of them all and they love it and their beliefs are no different. Their storm gods of their Parthenon were at once 3200 alone and statues littered their entire civilization. Now their belief is more reformed and still eldritch as their gods and even revered ancestors are transformed into what one will call to be horrible and repulsive, but it is unique and show the part of their belief that like a storm, they will always rise and ride again.<br/><br/>[Knowledge] Steam Power: In Veer'gornash, steam power and the Industrial Revolution was starting for them but then the Dark Times came. Now it was a revival to what they never had completely grasp until the end of the world. The power of the Steam had allowed for them to fully see the sight of industrialization and the use of steam that allowed them to do lots of things, one of the many things was to use if for mining, building, and refining as well as learning about the use of the first taste of machinery that started to bring in factories to their sections of the city and the smoke and vapor started to rise out of the very ground itself.<br/><br/>[Knowledge] Chemistry: The thing that all natives of Xel'nox do know, from the fertilizer to gunpowder and explosives. They had decipher this the most out of all the text they were able to search for in the vaults they have been able to secure themselves in. It, with Biology, had became the foundations of bringing back horticulture and balance out the industrialization and the naturalism, though it only extends to growing mushrooms much better and larger though it has even better workings. They also allowed them to do things like rediscover gunpowder and the use of acids and explosives for both domestic and militaristic means. This also helps them in trying to survey the ground topsoil that they use the chemistry when it came to send out expeditions and trying to figure out if the ash is still in the land.<br/>Starting location (You can specify specific locations on the map or non specific ones, such as Tropical coastline, Desert, Rocky mountains): <br/>Underground in the Satizmi Waste, Northern Xel'nox, though the only thing you will see about the civilization is the smoke fumes that come out in a matter of holes.<br/><br/>[Magic] Wisdom of the Ash: The first instances in history for them is that magic has been developed by unknown means. The people that have been gifted with the magic have been able to harness the ash that is around Xel'nox and has called it the Wisdom of the Ash<br/><br/>[ Knowledge] Biology: Biology has been rediscovered as a means of increase agriculture and to help with the explorations topside.<br/>[Knowledge] Engineering: Large scale construction has been reintroduced and been used to its fully effects so that they can have more room to grow underground and have better planning for their buildings and such.</div></div></div>"
7738,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153,2014-12-06T18:51:00,Seno Zhou Varada,"The years went as they always went with new discoveries. being made thanks to discoveries in New Zyras. The ancestors were smart, but it seemed not smart enough. An old technology had arisen, chemistry. Molecules, things much smaller than you could see. They made up the world, even humans, oxygen, carbon, hydrogen. All of those things helped make up the world. When they fused together they created new things like water. However that was not the only thing. Calculus, a math invented by the old Zyrasians that children seem to hate with a passion. However these discoveries are a great boon to New Zyrasian society and the spirit has benefited from the invention of fertilizer and food is now being produced faster and in bigger quantities. The old Zyrasians were truly geniuses.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">2 for yesterday<br/><br/>Knowledge: Steam Power: The Spirit, the mighty floating city on the coasts off New Zyras is kept afloat on this power. Due to the water needing boiling to be drank steam is so commonly made and used it powers the city keeping it afloat and the steam afterwards is converted back to freshwater. And some smaller steam boats head to the mainland every once and a while to collect old relics and scavenge the remains of the people who rebelled who couldn't support themselves from the apocalyptic weather.<br/>Knowledge: Engineering: The Zyrasians beat their partners, the Amerali, in one way. Industrial power and techniques. They knew how to build, what to build, and the way to do it efficiently. Grear wonders in New Zyras, Zykra, and Spirit show it off to every person just by looking.<br/>Knowledge: Biology: Life on the sea is tough. With the devastating loss of life they had to know what they could eat and not get seriously harmed in anyway. They using previous knowledge began to learn all the: Deep sea fish, close to surface fish, and shore fish. Also learning many new fishing methods as well as whaling.<br/>Culture: Viva la Revolution: The Zyrasians are an independent, free, people who don't tolerate conquerers, slavers, racists, and bigots. These defiant people don't take crap from nobody anytime at all.<br/>Infrastructure: Spirit: The floating city that kept these people alive. Armed by cannons and fireworks using heavy bombardment on enemies to keep them away and using steam power it slowly moves along. Advanced fishing machines and whaling guns also are on the city for food and fuel harvesting. It houses 20,000 people and has small farms to keep vitamin C and others up and some livestock but not much.<br/>Agent: Keya Vos Siochanna: The namesake of Keya the commander of the forces of the lost city of Siochanna. She is head scavenger of the reclaimers of New Zyras, a group dedicated to fixing New Zyras, scavenging relics, and clearing the city of looters. She operates in the Name of the Grand Council and is very experienced with outsiders, the few that remain. <br/>Forces: The Reclaimers of New Zyras: 3 sects, The Royal scavengers, The Vanguard, and The Navy. While the Zyrasians absolutely hate fighting they will do it if necessary. These 1st of course scavenges and cleans up New Zyras for settlers to come. The 2nd go out into the deadlands, ruined farms, and ruined factories to clear them out for the scavengers but usually patrol Spirit. The last explores the seas and makes sure no people come near Spirit. Now there is a small airforce of ballons with people in the baskets but that's for dangerous areas.<br/>Magic: Glyph magic: This magic while mysterious holds great power in major moments but can be controlled in minir ways like lighting a flame in your hand or other small ways. All Zyrasians have at least a little bit of it because of operation ""Zyrasian""...<br/>Knowledge: Chemistry: The Zyrasians using knowledge of what makes up life and nonife has helped production of food with fertilizers for which their efficiency is now improved. Gunpowder is also easier to make out of salvaged materials from New Zyras.<br/>Knowledge: Calculus: Confusing but useful math being used to discover new things more efficiently but so far no new discoveries have come up.</div></div></div>"
7739,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153,2014-12-06T20:09:00,Levis Avara,"Reunifying Arcea<br/><br/>The Armies of Altaria marched across the island and with the assistance of the Hydra Order a magical unit of powerful sorcerers in the Dragon Army they where unbeatable.The Draco kingdom was annihilated and the isolated city state of Genoa was annexed has well.And what provided this war machine? Factories,industrial sectors and lots of them.The weapons even wands where being made supplying the army very well and because of this advanced technology it seemingly swept the more primitive men away who had forgotten their technological heritage.The Armored Trithons a special type of soldier wearing magically infused metal Armour able to withstand the bullets for a length of time also helped tremendously soon the flags of the Republic white with a red trinity knot fly all across the Island and the barbaric tribes,the cultist maniacs are destroyed completely.Crowds cheer as their favored president Nicholas rides on a carriage waving in front of him is the Congress building senators and representatives in classical robes wave and smiles to look good and gives speeches has well.What has happened has indeed shake the very foundations of Tredera and the world,the first unified state in decades has been made and with little internal issues and the reconstruction of Arcea it can now re assert it self has a world power again.The plentiful mines and with coal,silver,gold and other economically important resources but the people want more also expansionist in the Senate wish to expand into Bellona again and perhaps further.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">[Infrastructure]The city of Arvenia in southern Arcea isle is mainly powered from water.The river Tripoli provides all the energy the city could want with dams providing the energy. beautiful marble domed buildings sits on the water with water falls falling into a huge lake. The city is subject to barbarian attacks but on the water it is difficult to invade.<br/>[Agent] Scientist Benevin Julius Aurelius Scientist and adviser to the Senate is one of the few souls to venture to the forbidden city of Arcea.There lies the Great Library and the ruins of the magnificent city the hallows of knowledge and history science and technology is abundant here and he brings many ancient trinkets steam engines,and cotton gins radios etc to study.He has managed to replicate and make these machines function some what but the Senate fears the techs are cursed because of the Dark Age and bans them from public use.<br/>[Forces]The Dragon Army.A small but formidable force protecting the citizens of the Republic from barbarian gangs and up holding the people and Senate this honorable army will once again lead to the ancient glory of Arcea only thru justice and reason.<br/>[Knowledge]Engineering.The Altarians are creators not destroyers they have turned the desolate landscape to evergreen once again farms and canals are being constructed with great skill the buildings and terraces holding life giving gardens plant life and other beautiful scenery.Canals and farms provide much needed food to the growing populace of 18,000<br/>[Knowledge]Steam Power.The Arcean people have never forgotten the wonder of Steam power which powers the entire city.The coldness of the Volcanic Winter can still be felt and steam power provides much heat to offset this mini ice age.Steam Ships although very rare also provide speedy travel across the Tripoli but still Arcea Island is a hot bed for Barbarism and the Republic makes sure to shield it self from this chaotic world.<br/>[Culture]The Altarian Forum Here is the center of the Republic Several important structures are here including the Altarian Senate house made of gleaming marble with pillars and a dome.It is of religious,social,political,and economic importance and where elections are held has well.<br/>[Knowledge]Biology:In Altaria farming now is the most important task that can be practiced.Benevin has studied many of the plant and animal life around Arcea and compared it to the biology books from the Great Library and found that many animal and plant life that existed before the Dark Ages simply don't exist anymore.He also helps the farmers by maximizing the fewer agricultural plants that still exist and finding seeds from the Vaults in the Library to teach them how to grow them.<br/>[Knowledge Legacy]Calculus is the mathematical study of change, in the same way that geometry is the study of shape and algebra is the study of operations and their application to solving equations.This allows the Altarians to make more advanced techs.<br/>Magic 2:Sorcery:currently pyrokinesis is being studied heavily influenced from the volcanic eruption<br/>Infrastructure:Industrial sector:To supply the Army more efficiently tons of factories are constructed guns,cannons,wands all these help the war effort and it helps the economy has well has many products are made,and mines are constructed has well</div></div></div>"
7740,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153,2014-12-07T12:37:00,New Fraulasia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Old Goffsill, approx 1955 A.O.P.</span><br/>""Captain, are you sure?""<br/>""The Philogoffers will know what to do with this.""<br/>A most fortunate accident. When a clumsy member of the company dropped his lantern transferring books to a skiff, the lantern shattered over some dead moss. The moss ignited, burning hotter than anyone had ever seen. Quickly scooping up a sample, the companymen raced back to Lotill, bearing potential fuel for the hearth and fuel for the mind.<br/>And what fuel for the mind it was! The definition of Zadox was made clear, and a wondrous word it was! Zadox was apparently the oldest and noblest of the Old Allies of Goffsill, lying far to the west on the Goffline.<br/>The moss! Named ""Peat"" after the clumsy soldier, burned with a blue flame, triggering a debate over what could posssibly cause such an action. A research group termed ""Chemists"", after the ancient Alchemists are ordered to study the physical properties of Peat and are given many other substances to evaluate.<br/><br/>Items<br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Agents</span></span><br/>Philogoffer King Sheev: A visionary obsessed with the old ways and bringing about a new age of glory for Goffsill<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Infrastructure</span></span><br/>Lotill: The current capital city and center of the Neo-Goffsill<br/>The Reclaimed: An area made usable through the application of miraculous irrigation practices.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Forces</span></span><br/>The Goffline Expeditionary Company: A group bearing pikes and crewing skiffs, clearing the swamps of Goffsill<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Culture</span></span><br/>The Sunken Gallery: The result of a successful expedition, a pre-flood art gallery filled with old paintings.<br/>The Potato Calendar: The Old Goffsill A.O.P Calendar<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Knowledge</span></span><br/>Engineering: Arcgitectural cues are conceived around life in a saturated environment. <br/>Astronomy: Complex star charts are devised, amended, and sold in Lotill. Scientists are some Glassworkers' best customers.<br/>Chemistry: A team of scientists conducts tests on substances, determining physical properties with the use of microscopes. Glassworkers have it good.</div></div></div>"
7741,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153,2014-12-07T13:56:00,New Strausberg,"As the hammers in the mighty forges droned on the armies of the Iron king gathered an expedition, the demands for more materials had grown and so with it did the need for expansion. ""My glorious Warriors."" The king spoke, ""You will be given a great honor this day. You will go out and claim lands for our great kingdom..."" He smirked and listen to the sounds of hammers and progress in the background. ""Today we march out to expand. In the name of industry we expand. In the name of our god! We EXPAND!"" The soldiers began to grow into an uproar that the King soon silenced, ""We will move along the mountains and establish settlements, we must continue to grow and bring materials to our forges, go out my soldiers and claim lands for INDUSTRY!""<br/><br/>With that the soldiers and workers that had decided to leave the citadel departed, they began to scour the mountains looking rich minerals they could send back to the capital. Meanwhile the great scientist Hans Jäger was working over the architecture, he would need more study in it for a ambitious plan he had been recived in a dream after the steam machines he had constructed. Things where going to be long and hard, then again when where they easy for men of industry of progress.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Infrastructure: The Citadel, a massive burdging industrial town-built into the side of the mountain and then deep into it, this city is the heart of The Iron Depotism and its main seat of power. Safe from harm the people work at bettering the Depostism through work and labour <br/><br/>Agent: Hans Jäger, a man of science he works day and night to come up with ways to keep the mighty production that keeps the Depostism alive running, a brilliant inventor and grandson of the man who helped build the Citadel he is one of the most highly regarded indivuals in the Depostism. <br/><br/>Forces: Deep Guard: from the bowls of the mighty citadel spawn the Deep Guard, Soldiers hell bent on protecting there great city and will stop at nothing short of death to protect it. There will is unwavering and each would gladly die for there cause. They are given the best equipment that can be made and put thought a training regiment from birth. It is drilled into them how to kill and they will never hesitate to do so.<br/><br/>Culture: From decades of living the many people's have developed a caste system, The King and warriors the highest caste, the workers the second highest, the slaves the lowest. This caste system keeps people in check, it is also used to keep production going for those who prove themselves skilled workers are often picked to join the warrior caste and a better life. There is only one patron god, Crawn, the god of industry and production.<br/><br/>Knowledge: Advanced metallurgy, when working with so many metals it is often good to understand them, and therefor best implement them. The people's of the Iron Depostim have learned much over the many years of how to produce and use the metals most effectively <br/><br/>Infrastructure: The Great Forges: inside of the citidel lay many mass if forges from which many devices of war are made, each of these built deep into the mountain where the resorces needed for them are plentiful. There are the pride and joy of any working caste member as well as the best arms and armor.<br/><br/>Knowledge: Steam engines: from studying the old machines littered around. The industrial nation has began to create steam powered machine to increase productivity and move around supplies faster. <br/><br/>Knowledge: construction: in an effort to produce bigger and better forges and equipment for the expanding empire the need for bigger structures</div></div></div>"
7742,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153,2014-12-07T14:54:00,Levis Avara,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Central Arcea</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Agricultural Revolution</span><br/>The Altarians knew that farming,is the one of the most important factors in building a powerful nation.So the men and women set out taming the land like their forefathers did endless fields of wheat and barley cattle cows in the ranches has far has the eye could see covered the country side.This leads to a population boom where the cities of Genoa,and Arvenia are truly crowded once more.Massive construction projects are made and buildings are be constructed to house this baby boom left and right.The Senate votes to construct a national road system and the pitiful fallen infrastructure is improved greatly.Soon even Arcea is being re inhabited desperate for more land the eternal city is resettled and brought to life again soon.With this a expedition is in order to gather information on the outside world<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">[Infrastructure]The city of Arvenia in southern Arcea isle is mainly powered from water.The river Tripoli provides all the energy the city could want with dams providing the energy. beautiful marble domed buildings sits on the water with water falls falling into a huge lake. The city is subject to barbarian attacks but on the water it is difficult to invade.<br/>[Agent] Scientist Benevin Julius Aurelius Scientist and adviser to the Senate is one of the few souls to venture to the forbidden city of Arcea.There lies the Great Library and the ruins of the magnificent city the hallows of knowledge and history science and technology is abundant here and he brings many ancient trinkets steam engines,and cotton gins radios etc to study.He has managed to replicate and make these machines function some what but the Senate fears the techs are cursed because of the Dark Age and bans them from public use.<br/>[Forces]The Dragon Army.A small but formidable force protecting the citizens of the Republic from barbarian gangs and up holding the people and Senate this honorable army will once again lead to the ancient glory of Arcea only thru justice and reason.<br/>[Knowledge]Engineering.The Altarians are creators not destroyers they have turned the desolate landscape to evergreen once again farms and canals are being constructed with great skill the buildings and terraces holding life giving gardens plant life and other beautiful scenery.Canals and farms provide much needed food to the growing populace of 18,000<br/>[Knowledge]Steam Power.The Arcean people have never forgotten the wonder of Steam power which powers the entire city.The coldness of the Volcanic Winter can still be felt and steam power provides much heat to offset this mini ice age.Steam Ships although very rare also provide speedy travel across the Tripoli but still Arcea Island is a hot bed for Barbarism and the Republic makes sure to shield it self from this chaotic world.<br/>[Culture]The Altarian Forum Here is the center of the Republic Several important structures are here including the Altarian Senate house made of gleaming marble with pillars and a dome.It is of religious,social,political,and economic importance and where elections are held has well.<br/>[Knowledge]Biology:In Altaria farming now is the most important task that can be practiced.Benevin has studied many of the plant and animal life around Arcea and compared it to the biology books from the Great Library and found that many animal and plant life that existed before the Dark Ages simply don't exist anymore.He also helps the farmers by maximizing the fewer agricultural plants that still exist and finding seeds from the Vaults in the Library to teach them how to grow them.<br/>[Knowledge Legacy]Calculus is the mathematical study of change, in the same way that geometry is the study of shape and algebra is the study of operations and their application to solving equations.This allows the Altarians to make more advanced techs.<br/>Magic 2:Sorcery:currently pyrokinesis is being studied heavily influenced from the volcanic eruption<br/>Infrastructure:Industrial sector:To supply the Army more efficiently tons of factories are constructed guns,cannons,wands all these help the war effort and it helps the economy has well has many products are made,and mines are constructed has well<br/>Agriculture Sector:Farms and ranches are being made leading to a population boom</div></div></div>"
7743,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153,2014-12-07T17:12:00,Ammar,"As engineering improves, so does productivity. Water makes the world go round. Without it, life could not exist. With more water coming in, the population of the Kh'ara increases too. However, the penalties for felonies quickly balances that out with a death penalty. However, to distinguish between murder and a penalty, a legal system had to be introduced. The militiaman or malitiamen who caught the convict must present them before the Hush Le master, and make their case. After that the convict would get a hearing. It would then be up to the master to determine the punishment. While it may not be effective, it served a more humane purpose for the civilization.<br/><br/>As the scouting party reaches the sea, it seems that they have reached the end of the world. However, this was not the case. They took a ship from a merchant who charged very highly for it, and they sat sail over the sea in search for others.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""kh ara""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">infastucture</span> As engineering gets better, the standard of living does too. Houses are more stable and less likely to burn down.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">technology</span> With engineering, the steam engine is beginning to be worked on in order to create a railroad system that connects the nation together.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">forces</span> With a new policy regarding the legal system installed, the crime rate has went down slightly. With a scouting party crossing the sea, contact is not expected to be made, but new land is.</div></div></div>"
7744,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153,2014-12-07T17:31:00,Levis Avara,"<blockquote><div><cite>Ammar <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=22716252#p22716252"">wrote</a>:</cite>As engineering improves, so does productivity. Water makes the world go round. Without it, life could not exist. With more water coming in, the population of the Kh'ara increases too. However, the penalties for felonies quickly balances that out with a death penalty. However, to distinguish between murder and a penalty, a legal system had to be introduced. The militiaman or malitiamen who caught the convict must present them before the Hush Le master, and make their case. After that the convict would get a hearing. It would then be up to the master to determine the punishment. While it may not be effective, it served a more humane purpose for the civilization.<br/><br/>As the scouting party reaches the sea, it seems that they have reached the end of the world. However, this was not the case. They took a ship from a merchant who charged very highly for it, and they sat sail over the sea in search for others.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""kh ara""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">infastucture</span> As engineering gets better, the standard of living does too. Houses are more stable and less likely to burn down.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">technology</span> With engineering, the steam engine is beginning to be worked on in order to create a railroad system that connects the nation together.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">forces</span> With a new policy regarding the legal system installed, the crime rate has went down slightly. With a scouting party crossing the sea, contact is not expected to be made, but new land is.</div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Great Exploration:Kha'ra</span><br/>The Steamboats left the port of Arvenia to head towards the outside world.Diplomats representing the Republic would head out to see just how much the world had change.Has they chug out they soon reach a desert city and indeed hope to establish a trading route and diplomatic relations.Sorcerer Wilson of the Hydra Order comes out of the steamship to await for a leader to arrive."
7745,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153,2014-12-07T18:30:00,Ammar,"The scouts brought them to a temple where an army of bald men in robs came out with spears, forming arows. In the center was the head of the temple, sensei Dalari Fudo. He was a rather old man, featuring a small beard that appeared to be so thin it seemed to be painted on. On th side of his robe, there was a sword holstered on an apparently invisible belt. He approached the sorcerer and gave a bow. ""Genshi."" he said. ""I am Master Dalari Fudo, the grandmaster of the Hush Le, the skilled warriors of the Kh'ara Mouri."" He then reached his hand out. ""Who do I have the honor of addressing?"""
7746,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153,2014-12-07T19:34:00,Levis Avara,"<blockquote><div><cite>Ammar <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=22717413#p22717413"">wrote</a>:</cite>The scouts brought them to a temple where an army of bald men in robs came out with spears, forming arows. In the center was the head of the temple, sensei Dalari Fudo. He was a rather old man, featuring a small beard that appeared to be so thin it seemed to be painted on. On th side of his robe, there was a sword holstered on an apparently invisible belt. He approached the sorcerer and gave a bow. ""Genshi."" he said. ""I am Master Dalari Fudo, the grandmaster of the Hush Le, the skilled warriors of the Kh'ara Mouri."" He then reached his hand out. ""Who do I have the honor of addressing?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Greetings I am Wilson Leroy of the Altarian Republic"" Wilson said shaking his hand respectfully.""I have come to here to establish diplomatic relations between our 2 great nations and a Trade Agreement has well"". Wrought tools,steel,silver and rubies are just some of the many resources and products the Republic can offer,also a peace treaty should also be in order to establish a era of peace and prosperity between our 2 peoples."
7747,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153,2014-12-07T19:56:00,Ammar,"This Wilson seemed likea suspicious character. He came in, said hi, then made a business proposal. He didn't even bother being human about it, having a personal relation first. ""I'm not sure it is in our best interest."" he explained. ""Perhaps we could discuss this at the show tonight?"" Hopefully to Master Fudo, this Wilson would at least show som interest in the culture of the land he pretended to have an interest in by attending a classic gladiator match."
7748,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153,2014-12-07T20:17:00,Levis Avara,"<blockquote><div><cite>Ammar <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=22718688#p22718688"">wrote</a>:</cite>This Wilson seemed likea suspicious character. He came in, said hi, then made a business proposal. He didn't even bother being human about it, having a personal relation first. ""I'm not sure it is in our best interest."" he explained. ""Perhaps we could discuss this at the show tonight?"" Hopefully to Master Fudo, this Wilson would at least show som interest in the culture of the land he pretended to have an interest in by attending a classic gladiator match.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Surprised by the kindness of the Ka'hari he smiles and said.""A show would indeed be very pleasurable Mr.Fudo"".""It would be excellent to learn everything about your culture and people"". He had hoped that whatever the the Kha'ri where showing it wouldn't be has savage has the stories of the gladiator matches he had heard from locals while making stops before coming here for he simply did not understand how one could take enjoyment in barbaric fights between men just for the fun of it it was morally wrong in his eyes and the culture of the Altarians."
7749,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153,2014-12-08T05:15:00,Pac Kindom,"In the years following the completion of the monument in the town square, the people built a code to live by around the three words carved around the town symbol (Loyalty, Honour, Protect). They also began to study the night sky.<br/><br/>As the town population began to grow the people began to spread out across the grass lands. As they spread the restored rundown building and built new. Resulting field apon field of corn and wheat been sowed and harvested and one lucky even came across a herd of sheep and goats.<br/><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Bython Union""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Agent</span><br/>Maelor Pritchett</span>, A great inventor and current leader of Bython Union who designed and built of the the current fishing fleet.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Forces</span><br/>The Bython Guard</span> is a force maintained by the Bython Union and is responsible for the safety of the and the security of the Union. All members are trained in naval combat and land combat.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Infrastructure</span><br/>Conwy,</span> This town is home to most of the people of the Union and set stride a river which flows thro the town in to the port and out to sea. Town surround the port an is made up of simple and practical stone constructions.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Culture</span><br/>Bython Code </span> The Bythons are fare, free, people who live by the code honour thy Father, Protect the weak, Be loyal to friends and family<br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Knowledge:<br/><br/>-LEVEL 1-</span></span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Biology:</span> Using knowledge found at the port they learned all about the sea life they could eat and how the best way to catch it.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Engineering</span> The Bython learned much of ship building from studying found plans. They are well know shipwrights.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Construction</span> The Bythons love to build things a number of farms and canals have been built and they are in the process of build in walls for the town of Conwy.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Astronomy</span> Star charts are created, used, amended.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Calculus</span> Useful math discovered while creating star/Sea Charts</div></div></div>"
7750,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153,2014-12-08T06:30:00,Harkback Union,"As population of Zadox grew and time passed, Supplies of canned fish and whale oil stockpiled before the collapse were running out. In the outskirts, large fields of carrots and potatoes grew on their own. The harkback begun harvesting them at a rate faster then they regrew. This concerned the harkback and so they dedicated some of their time to boost growth rate of plants by planting seeds, nurturing them and protecting from harm, thus agriculture was re-established. Fishing also resumed and the fisherman soon stumbled upon a derelict ship on the shores. It was made of metal and had huge machines in it's interior. Further study revealed that these machines were there to bring the ship into motion. Harkback Engineers salvaged the technology and created a Steam engine of their own, first used to power elevators on constructions sites and water pumps of sewers and bathhouses. As harkback agriculture and Industry expanded, Need for raw materials to build tools, machines and buildings with and to power steam engines soared. Mines in the nearby mountains were re-opened.<br/><br/>Infrastructure development:<br/><br/>- The Swirling mines - In the lands north of Zadox, Wast tunnel network spire underground, dug by the miners in search of metals. Mostly copper can be found here, but some other strange, dark metals of little practical use is also present in significant quantities. Harkback laws limit miners to work no more then 3 years in the mines and must then find other employment as Prolonged work underground lead to many diseases, both physical and mental.<br/>- Framed Fields - The land surrounding Zadox was once completely naked. Entire forests were chopped down to make room for farmland. Recently however, weather change has devastated the farmland and so biologists suggested the replanting of trees around potato fields to protect them from strong winds. This helped but wasn't enough. Heavy rains and cold weather were still devastating crops so Greenhouses and canals were built to keep plants warm and protected. While they were expensive to build and maintain, greenhouses allowed the harkback to grow food any time of the year. Famines soon became distant memory.<br/><br/>New Knowledge:<br/><br/>- Steam Power - The recently discovered steam power has already begun to revolutionize harkback society. Thirst for more raw materials increase quantity of labor sent into the depths to recover coal and metals while increasing amounts of engineers and scientists are trained to understand the way these machines work and improve their designs...<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Agents:<br/>- Mayor Ruebeck - Elected Mayor of Zadox, In charge of the city's robust infrastructure projects. Perhaps Descendant of the once respected Ruebeck family, whom according to some old brick tablets governed Zadox for an entire Millenia. <br/><br/>Forces:<br/>- The Sentines - Guardians of the Harkback cult. They help wherever help is needed. If armed at all, they carry bronze spears, their traditional weapon. When not patrolling the streets in search of fires and wrongdoers, they tend to the sick.<br/><br/>Infrastructure:<br/>- The Mirror Pyramid - besides the dormant mountain survived the apocalypse with little to no harm. An enormous device is housed inside which can act as both a microscope and a telescope, though not at the same time. <br/>- Zadox - The city of nightmares according to those old and alive enough to tell stories of the past, the past Before the Apocalypse, but even they have trouble recalling the horrific things happened here. Night and day are very much alike in Zadox. During the day, Fog enshrouds the streets blocking out the sunlight while at night, the fog disperses the light of of the candles and oil lamps which makes up for a dim version of daylight. City streets have been widened by the disasters that struck the city and large parks grew on the ruins of the devastated palace that once stood in the middle of Zadox. <br/>- The Swirling mines - In the lands north of Zadox, Wast tunnel network spire underground, dug by the miners in search of metals. Mostly copper can be found here, but some other strange, dark metals of little practical use is also present in significant quantities. Harkback laws limit miners to work no more then 3 years in the mines and must then find other employment as Prolonged work underground lead to many diseases, both physical and mental.<br/>- Framed Fields - The land surrounding Zadox was once completely naked. Entire forests were chopped down to make room for farmland. Recently however, weather change has devastated the farmland and so biologists suggested the replanting of trees around potato fields to protect them from high-speed winds. This wasn't enough. Heavy rains and cold weather were still devastating crops so Greenhouses and canals were built to keep plants warm and protected. The upside of greenhouses was that food could be grown in them even in the winter... but they were expensive to build and maintain. The 2 balanced out relatively well.<br/><br/>Culture:<br/>- Sentientalism - According to the old brick tablets, Sentient creatures in the world must never be harmed or extorted in any way by a fellow sentient being. Peace, Cooperation and equality therefore is mandatory. The Cult holds these Ideas sacred and educates every harkback children to respect them.<br/>Knowledge:<br/><br/>-LEVEL 1-<br/>- Biology - Ever since the construction of the Mirror Pyramid, Harkback understanding of life, Especially on small scale has grown greatly. Bacterias, living Tissue and reproduction is understood well... Everyone in Zadox loves biology. Books about human anatomy were the first to be published after the apocalypse. Some believe that soon the harkback will be able to perhaps transplant organs or replace them with machines to extend human lifespan... some already make attempts to construct such machines.<br/>- Chemistry - The few books that survived the apocalypse contained useful information on the behavior of matter and also some strange theories about tiny particles, namely, Molecules and elements. According to these centuries old books, the elements can form all kinds of molecules when placed in the right environment, though they may also appear in their pure form. The Watermaker, The Graphite and the Firestopper are the only elements known to the harkback so far... Though they might actually be molecules themselves. The debate rages on.<br/>- Steam Power - The recently discovered steam power has already begun to revolutionize harkback society. Thirst for more raw materials increase quantity of labor sent into the depths to recover coal and metals while increasing amounts of engineers and scientists are trained to understand the way these machines work and improve their designs...</div></div></div><br/><br/><div align=""center"">Zadox - 20 years after Awakening.<br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://cache.desktopnexus.com/thumbnails/1167886-bigthumbnail.jpg""/></div><br/><br/>A carriage rolls into the Cult district of Zadox. It is here where most progress have been made in Reconstructing the city. Horses are no longer banned as streets became wider and better paved. Those who use horses to travel however must pay credit to the town's coffers as horses pollute city streets and pose a threat to bystanders. The credit is then used to clean filth off the streets...<br/><br/>The carriage stops right before the central bathhouse and Mysterious woman carrying a wooden briefcase steps out. She then cautiously walks into the bathhouse while the carriage leaves the scene. Inside, A Group of man including Mayor Ruebeck awaits her. She reluctantly hands over the briefcase to the mayor, which is then opened. A tattered Diary is inside, Relic of the distant past.<br/><br/>""This is not the right place."" - Whispers someone from the group.<br/><br/>The Briefcase is then closed and delivered to a Culthouse outside Zadox, Previously used by chemists. The chemists were since relocated to a larger laboratory, dedicated to the study of chemicals... The Culthouse soon becomes the most guarded place in all of the harkback realm..."
7751,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153,2014-12-08T08:25:00,Ralnis,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Zon'frex<br/>25 Zal'nash</span><br/><br/>It has been five years for the last time any of the scrolls have been deciphered completely but they had experienced massive growth and more interconnectivity among their underground city-state. Their once population had risen to 15,000 embers and they had grown within the towers and underground spires that now dot the ceilings of the city and more smoke and steam had now come out of the ground to show that their civilization was growing even more and started to make more mining excavations and the agriculture has started to get a more vibrant overhaul with the advent of more new and improve fertilizer thanks to the rediscover of biology and the need the of more room in their city and they had taken the need for more use of walking all over the city's labyrinth of corridors and streets that would make any normal person's head spin.<br/><br/>They have been also adding new buildings for factories for their people to enjoy the finer things in life but something has just happen that gotten the city to jump for joy once again. One of the Sax'fro had been able to decipher their ancient text and had came out with something that was a story regarding the mathematics of calculus. Apparently the use of calculus had came from the Trederans called the Amarites, who also had another hand in crafting one, if not the largest empire ever seen in the Old World. It was something to see that the old stories have made itself know to the general public as this will mean that they were able to advance their research into other things that were still left a mystery after all these years, though there was still more digging around in the sacred vaults but this means that their people had done more then their old nation, the Theocratium did in centuries of Yit"" haztik or Veer'gornash but they still feel that they have a long way to go as they wish to see what the entirety of Xel'nox has changed and can they even return to the fabled place that they have all been hearing about for some time.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">[Infrastructure] Zon'friex: Once a collection of underground vaults that had held all of the collective knowledge that Xel'nox had either stolen or discovered on their own, but they had mostly stolen it, and had found themselves once they had came out of their vaults and had became a bustling city with a labyrinth made of roads and corridors that connect to districts that lend a hand to one another and find the city that they have become and build for the betterment of themselves. Zon'friex is called the Glowing City or the City of Ash as they had settled under the ash that had toppled them and the most powerful nations. It is also called the Glowing City because it has a large network of crystals that glow a rainbow of colors and also the large industrialization that had never been seen since the year of Veer'gornash, which was the last era before the Dark Times. The city's workings are of common place and it now houses 11,000 embers that still flicker among the darkness. The City is nearly hidden from the naked eye but the only thing that can be sought is the various holes that lift up smoke and vapor that are symbols of advancement and a new age for them.<br/><br/>[Agent] Weyky'tri: Inventor, Shaman, and current leader of the Sax'fro. The Sax'fro at one time were one of the most intensive spy agencies in the world before the Dark Times, they were formed for the use of exploration and gathering of knowledge when the Theocratium of Xel'nox made their one and only colony, Xergiok, on Tredera and the Sax'fro caste was prevalent in obtaining most of the technology and knowledge of Tredera that rivaled other powers of spies in the world. When the Dark Times came, they retreated with the rest and had gained power as the leaders of the remnants and became intertwined with the new beliefs and culture of the Stao'nonxizil. Weky'tri is skilled in deciphering the ancient text that the Sax'fro used that became the new language of their people and ushered in the inventions that they had discovered long ago at the end of Veer'gornash. The Sax'fro caste still hold an a power over their people as spies, assassins, and now leaders of their civilization, but they are still but a shadow of the legend they used to be, but the new age can bring better legends and a new power for them. <br/><br/>[Forces] Zel'nov Warshamans: A mixture of the two sects of the Warshaman caste that once fought for the Amarites in the past. In the past, the most elite of their cast became the Quo'nox, the ones trained in fighting by the Amarites and led their brothers and sisters to war in what was called Wild Thunder's March, which was led by the Quo'nox Warshaman Myxsti'thyx, which is known to the Old Languages as Wild Thunder and he was a master tactician and the one who wrote the Huen, or the Warshaman's own version of unconventional warfare that allowed them to be famous auxiliaries that won them several victories, both offensive and defensive. When all Warshamans were called underground, then they had joined each other as a hybrid lead as they were the first ones to try and scavenge, reclaim, and explore Xel'nox and they had became more in line to stealth and skirmishing then their old styles of combat. They also are trained in guns and weapons of different types, but they prefer weapons for accuracy and stealth that allows them to take out their forces with precision then brute force like of Old Times.<br/><br/>[Culture] The Storm Rides Again/The Statues of Az'martinx: The natives of Xel'nox resistant outside influence even when they were offered to learn. Their culture is known to be the most alien of them all and they love it and their beliefs are no different. Their storm gods of their Parthenon were at once 3200 alone and statues littered their entire civilization. Now their belief is more reformed and still eldritch as their gods and even revered ancestors are transformed into what one will call to be horrible and repulsive, but it is unique and show the part of their belief that like a storm, they will always rise and ride again.<br/><br/>[Knowledge] Steam Power: In Veer'gornash, steam power and the Industrial Revolution was starting for them but then the Dark Times came. Now it was a revival to what they never had completely grasp until the end of the world. The power of the Steam had allowed for them to fully see the sight of industrialization and the use of steam that allowed them to do lots of things, one of the many things was to use if for mining, building, and refining as well as learning about the use of the first taste of machinery that started to bring in factories to their sections of the city and the smoke and vapor started to rise out of the very ground itself.<br/><br/>[Knowledge] Chemistry: The thing that all natives of Xel'nox do know, from the fertilizer to gunpowder and explosives. They had decipher this the most out of all the text they were able to search for in the vaults they have been able to secure themselves in. It, with Biology, had became the foundations of bringing back horticulture and balance out the industrialization and the naturalism, though it only extends to growing mushrooms much better and larger though it has even better workings. They also allowed them to do things like rediscover gunpowder and the use of acids and explosives for both domestic and militaristic means. This also helps them in trying to survey the ground topsoil that they use the chemistry when it came to send out expeditions and trying to figure out if the ash is still in the land.<br/>Starting location (You can specify specific locations on the map or non specific ones, such as Tropical coastline, Desert, Rocky mountains): <br/>Underground in the Satizmi Waste, Northern Xel'nox, though the only thing you will see about the civilization is the smoke fumes that come out in a matter of holes.<br/><br/>[Magic] Wisdom of the Ash: The first instances in history for them is that magic has been developed by unknown means. The people that have been gifted with the magic have been able to harness the ash that is around Xel'nox and has called it the Wisdom of the Ash<br/><br/>[ Knowledge] Biology: Biology has been rediscovered as a means of increase agriculture and to help with the explorations topside.<br/>[Knowledge] Engineering: Large scale construction has been reintroduced and been used to its fully effects so that they can have more room to grow underground and have better planning for their buildings and such.<br/><br/> [Knowledge] Calculus: The first use and understanding of advance mathematics ever since Veer'gornash when they were just learning the concept and trying to implement it before the apocalypse but now the rediscover of it has brought them back into the idea of advancing their math skills for other projects and theories that they have in mind for the future of their civilization.</div></div></div>"
7752,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153,2014-12-08T09:45:00,New Strausberg,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Citadel <br/> Year of Sand 25</span><br/><br/><br/>This year was dreadful, a great famine had plagued the Depostism and the king finally had to take drastic actions. He ordered the burgeoning population out again to bring fresh lands fit for farming into the fold. They needed more food or the people's would not last much longer. The cities that had began to pop-up all along the mountain sides where good for producing minerals and such for the forges, but they where terrible for making food for the growing populace. Many people where sent from there homes in The Citadel to lands away that could be cultivated. This was about survival it would be hard for the next few years, but the Depostism would stand strong. The king had also sent a caravan south to see if he could trade the goods produced for good to help stave off starvation.<br/><br/>Meanwhile Hans had finally done it, he had created a device that would cut travel across not only the mountains but also the outward lands into mere hours. Using lengthy construction and the steam engines that had been used for about a decade now he had produced the Railroad. These machines could carry materials, men, and most importantly needed in this time food, across great distances. Construction soon began all over the Iron Depostism these machines where desperately needed, as was the means to producing more food. There was always more work to be done.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Infrastructure: The Citadel, a massive burdging industrial town-built into the side of the mountain and then deep into it, this city is the heart of The Iron Depotism and its main seat of power. Safe from harm the people work at bettering the Depostism through work and labour <br/><br/>Agent: Hans Jäger, a man of science he works day and night to come up with ways to keep the mighty production that keeps the Depostism alive running, a brilliant inventor and grandson of the man who helped build the Citadel he is one of the most highly regarded indivuals in the Depostism. <br/><br/>Forces: Deep Guard: from the bowls of the mighty citadel spawn the Deep Guard, Soldiers hell bent on protecting there great city and will stop at nothing short of death to protect it. There will is unwavering and each would gladly die for there cause. They are given the best equipment that can be made and put thought a training regiment from birth. It is drilled into them how to kill and they will never hesitate to do so.<br/><br/>Culture: From decades of living the many people's have developed a caste system, The King and warriors the highest caste, the workers the second highest, the slaves the lowest. This caste system keeps people in check, it is also used to keep production going for those who prove themselves skilled workers are often picked to join the warrior caste and a better life. There is only one patron god, Crawn, the god of industry and production.<br/><br/>Knowledge: Advanced metallurgy, when working with so many metals it is often good to understand them, and therefor best implement them. The people's of the Iron Depostim have learned much over the many years of how to produce and use the metals most effectively <br/><br/>Infrastructure: The Great Forges: inside of the citidel lay many mass if forges from which many devices of war are made, each of these built deep into the mountain where the resorces needed for them are plentiful. There are the pride and joy of any working caste member as well as the best arms and armor.<br/><br/>Knowledge: Steam engines: from studying the old machines littered around. The industrial nation has began to create steam powered machine to increase productivity and move around supplies faster. <br/><br/>Knowledge: construction: in an effort to produce bigger and better forges and equipment for the expanding empire the need for bigger structures<br/><br/>Knowledge: Railroad: in the ever growing need for expansion the steam machines used to move our goods around quicker have been put on wheels and used to now move along the many supplies and such needed for people. Construction continues to ever improve upon this design and make them quicker.</div></div></div>"
7753,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=25,2014-12-08T10:02:00,Ammar,"Fudo smiled. ""Doug(Good)."" he said. ""Itch doug da kamer dara moura(It's good to see more sporty people)."" The coliseum appeared relatively simple in design. It was just rows of seats and a pit where the gladiators fought. ""Asa sa mo ta, moa je ma gara mor habur, doe ka, whea ouja ref in derwara, fora ren wer comfer(As you can see, we aren't very keen on our buildings, but then again, when your greatest concern is not dehydrating, you tend not to care about comfort)."" The crowd was all waving what looked like silver coins in the air, throwing them into the ring when a giant stepped in. On his arm was what appeared to be a metal sleeve with a pike on it. Master Fudo laughed. ""Look at this fool. Clearly his weights are made of pills."" he teased.<br/><br/>The fight between the supposed champion and another huge man raged on for a good thirty minutes. Fudo said ""You know, many others would consider us savages for this. They simply are trying to boast their own egos. We don't really consider anything savage, only different."""
7754,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=25,2014-12-08T17:00:00,Levis Avara,"<blockquote><div><cite>Ammar <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=22724118#p22724118"">wrote</a>:</cite>Fudo smiled. ""Doug(Good)."" he said. ""Itch doug da kamer dara moura(It's good to see more sporty people)."" The coliseum appeared relatively simple in design. It was just rows of seats and a pit where the gladiators fought. ""Asa sa mo ta, moa je ma gara mor habur, doe ka, whea ouja ref in derwara, fora ren wer comfer(As you can see, we aren't very keen on our buildings, but then again, when your greatest concern is not dehydrating, you tend not to care about comfort)."" The crowd was all waving what looked like silver coins in the air, throwing them into the ring when a giant stepped in. On his arm was what appeared to be a metal sleeve with a pike on it. Master Fudo laughed. ""Look at this fool. Clearly his weights are made of pills."" he teased.<br/><br/>The fight between the supposed champion and another huge man raged on for a good thirty minutes. Fudo said ""You know, many others would consider us savages for this. They simply are trying to boast their own egos. We don't really consider anything savage, only different.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Your people enjoy a interesting form of entertainment"",Wilson said wary.He felt pity for the men that had to be forced to fight to the death only in the name to satisfy some bored peasants and disgusted at all the blood that splattered on the ground the guts oozing out of the scraped parts but still he knew it was not his place to judge a people has foreign has the Kha'ri it would be up to his superiors to decide on matters such has this.Still it grew dark soon the games would be over he had wanted to see the nightlife see some girls it had been months stuck on a ship and his natural urges where exploding.""It has been a pleasurable evening Mr Fudo but do you have quarters for a overnight stay""? I shall be leaving soon in a few days."
7755,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=25,2014-12-08T17:40:00,New Fraulasia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lotill, approx 1965 A.O.P.</span><br/>Dr. Edgeril of the Chemistry department was hard at work. While it wasn't his place, he had been struck by inspiration. What if peat could be burned, water boiled, and the steam turn a wheel of sorts? He had seen it done by water wheels on the Goffline many times, there was no reason this ""steam engine"" could not function the same way.<br/>And there was not! After an hour of attempting configuration after configuration for the device, he reached a breakthrough. The peat boiled the water, the steam pressured and funneled to power the turbine. Edgeril can't wait to show the Chemist Supervisors.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Neo-Goffsill""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Agents</span></span><br/>Philogoffer King Sheev: A visionary obsessed with the old ways and bringing a new age of glory to Goffsill.<br/>Dr. Edgeril: An accomplished chemist and amateur inventor, responsible for inventing the steam engine. <br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Forces</span></span><br/>Goffline Expeditionary Company: An armed group bearing pikes and crewing skiffs, clearing the swamps of Old Goffsill.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Infrastructure</span></span><br/>Lotill: The capital city and current center of the Neo-Goffsill, founded on the shores of the Southern Goffline.<br/>The Reclaimed: An area made usable again for the Neo-Goffsill by the use of miraculous irrigation practices.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Culture</span></span><br/>The Sunken Gallery: The rewards of an earlier expedition, an art gallery containing pre-flood paintings.<br/>The Potato Calendar: The Old Goffsill A.O.P. Calendar.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Knowledge</span></span><br/>Engineering: Architectural cues are conceived around life in a saturated environment. <br/>Astronomy: The night sky is studied as an aid to navigation and as an inspiration to artists. <br/>Chemistry: Neo-Goffsill understanding has evolved to beyond just certain substances. A belief in ""molecules"" has arisen, and smaller things than even that are theorized.<br/>Steam Power: A steam engine has been invented, but has yet to see any practical use.</div></div></div>"
7756,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=25,2014-12-08T17:47:00,Levis Avara,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Naval Dockyards,Arcea City</span><br/><br/>The coming decades saw Altaria become the Worlds foremost Naval power.With the Agricultural and Industrial might of Altaria Steamships where soon skillfully made in the industrial cities of Genoa,Arcea,and Arvenia.More explorers,merchants went to discover forgotten nations to establish trade routes so that tons of wealth could be made once more.At first it made sense to establish trade relations with New Zyras but New Zyras was still lost and abandoned.Trading relations had been reestablished with the Hegemony,and Leon and in the lands of Bellona the cities of Cretzia,and Chenglei.Ships where also reestablishing trade routes in Akksum and throughout the desert lands still Ka'hari was another story.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Zadox</span>:The Merchant steam ship chugged into the foggy city<span style=""font-style: italic"">Delphi</span>it landed at port with tons of Altarian products after decades commercial relations could be reestablished news had come from merchants in Chenglei that the city was beginning to prosper once more and that it was prime for trading mission looking for whale oil and other zadoxian resources.Merchant Jessy Norton came out merchant hood over his face he helped carry some boxes of silk and steel traded in Chenglei and Cretzia.He had studied zadoxian language from books in the Great Library so it wouldn't be a confusing encounter.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">[Infrastructure]The city of Arvenia in southern Arcea isle is mainly powered from water.The river Tripoli provides all the energy the city could want with dams providing the energy. beautiful marble domed buildings sits on the water with water falls falling into a huge lake. The city is subject to barbarian attacks but on the water it is difficult to invade.<br/>[Agent] Scientist Benevin Julius Aurelius Scientist and adviser to the Senate is one of the few souls to venture to the forbidden city of Arcea.There lies the Great Library and the ruins of the magnificent city the hallows of knowledge and history science and technology is abundant here and he brings many ancient trinkets steam engines,and cotton gins radios etc to study.He has managed to replicate and make these machines function some what but the Senate fears the techs are cursed because of the Dark Age and bans them from public use.<br/>[Forces]The Dragon Army.A small but formidable force protecting the citizens of the Republic from barbarian gangs and up holding the people and Senate this honorable army will once again lead to the ancient glory of Arcea only thru justice and reason.<br/>[Knowledge]Engineering.The Altarians are creators not destroyers they have turned the desolate landscape to evergreen once again farms and canals are being constructed with great skill the buildings and terraces holding life giving gardens plant life and other beautiful scenery.Canals and farms provide much needed food to the growing populace of 18,000<br/>[Knowledge]Steam Power.The Arcean people have never forgotten the wonder of Steam power which powers the entire city.The coldness of the Volcanic Winter can still be felt and steam power provides much heat to offset this mini ice age.Steam Ships although very rare also provide speedy travel across the Tripoli but still Arcea Island is a hot bed for Barbarism and the Republic makes sure to shield it self from this chaotic world.<br/>[Culture]The Altarian Forum Here is the center of the Republic Several important structures are here including the Altarian Senate house made of gleaming marble with pillars and a dome.It is of religious,social,political,and economic importance and where elections are held has well.<br/>[Knowledge]Biology:In Altaria farming now is the most important task that can be practiced.Benevin has studied many of the plant and animal life around Arcea and compared it to the biology books from the Great Library and found that many animal and plant life that existed before the Dark Ages simply don't exist anymore.He also helps the farmers by maximizing the fewer agricultural plants that still exist and finding seeds from the Vaults in the Library to teach them how to grow them.<br/>[Knowledge Legacy]Calculus is the mathematical study of change, in the same way that geometry is the study of shape and algebra is the study of operations and their application to solving equations.This allows the Altarians to make more advanced techs.<br/>Magic :Sorcery:currently pyrokinesis is being studied heavily influenced from the volcanic eruption<br/>Infrastructure:Industrial sector:To supply the Army more efficiently tons of factories are constructed guns,cannons,wands all these help the war effort and it helps the economy has well has many products are made,and mines are constructed has well<br/>Agriculture Sector:Farms and ranches are being made leading to a population boom<br/>Chemistry:Chemistry allows for the creation of better gunpowder and better food/Agricultural production<br/>[Forces]Navy:The Navy is expanded to deal with trading missions and combat pirate raids in the Nova sea and around the Luna sea</div></div></div>"
7757,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=25,2014-12-08T18:22:00,Ammar,"<blockquote><div><cite>Levis Avara <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=22729126#p22729126"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Ammar <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=22724118#p22724118"">wrote</a>:</cite>Fudo smiled. ""Doug(Good)."" he said. ""Itch doug da kamer dara moura(It's good to see more sporty people)."" The coliseum appeared relatively simple in design. It was just rows of seats and a pit where the gladiators fought. ""Asa sa mo ta, moa je ma gara mor habur, doe ka, whea ouja ref in derwara, fora ren wer comfer(As you can see, we aren't very keen on our buildings, but then again, when your greatest concern is not dehydrating, you tend not to care about comfort)."" The crowd was all waving what looked like silver coins in the air, throwing them into the ring when a giant stepped in. On his arm was what appeared to be a metal sleeve with a pike on it. Master Fudo laughed. ""Look at this fool. Clearly his weights are made of pills."" he teased.<br/><br/>The fight between the supposed champion and another huge man raged on for a good thirty minutes. Fudo said ""You know, many others would consider us savages for this. They simply are trying to boast their own egos. We don't really consider anything savage, only different.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Your people enjoy a interesting form of entertainment"",Wilson said wary.He felt pity for the men that had to be forced to fight to the death only in the name to satisfy some bored peasants and disgusted at all the blood that splattered on the ground the guts oozing out of the scraped parts but still he knew it was not his place to judge a people has foreign has the Kha'ri it would be up to his superiors to decide on matters such has this.Still it grew dark soon the games would be over he had wanted to see the nightlife see some girls it had been months stuck on a ship and his natural urges where exploding.""It has been a pleasurable evening Mr Fudo but do you have quarters for a overnight stay""? I shall be leaving soon in a few days.</div></blockquote><br/>""Why, of course, my exotic friend. In the morning, we shall discuss the matters you originally wanted."" Mr. Fudo said as one of his students led Wilson to a room behind a thin sheet. The ground was solid stone with a window sealed with iron bars. The matress appeared to be incredibly thin, as well as the blanket. The only other things in the room was a chest and a desk with paper and a pencil on it. ""Get some rest."" the student said. ""Training begins before the dawn.""<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Kh ara""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Technology and Infasctucture-As a new people were uncovered, the need for a military increased, as well as a suitable workforce. Mines are created, producing the materials to manufacture firearms in factories.</div></div></div>"
7758,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=25,2014-12-08T19:21:00,Seno Zhou Varada,"The reclamation of the city, of revolution. The grey and red buildings in a ruinous state, broken and with holes in them. But the Zyrasians would never leave this city for the looters. Too much to be lost, they must reclaim it. And they did. Bullet shells from the advanced revolutionaries covered the ground and the eternal smell of smoke covered the city. The reclaimers of New Zyras however did not let this stop them. With new knowledge and powered they came and took the city. They repaired and cleaned the city with Keya leading them. Soon enough within a year settlers came as space was abundant and once the new knowledge was applied the soil could be farmed. Perhaps Siochanna and Zykra could be reached. Heck the colonies perhaps could be reached. But for now they returned to their home, after being cast from it.<br/><br/>Now they learned from the old surviving books, astrology or wait was it astronomy? Whatever the records were unclear about that. The way the distant sun, stars, and planets moved in the night sky. It actually was very important. While common knowledge of survival and time by the sun was known further knowledge of well everything in the sky using calculus. While not immediately important it seems it could be in the future.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Knowledge: Steam Power: The Spirit, the mighty floating city on the coasts off New Zyras is kept afloat on this power. Due to the water needing boiling to be drank steam is so commonly made and used it powers the city keeping it afloat and the steam afterwards is converted back to freshwater. And some smaller steam boats head to the mainland every once and a while to collect old relics and scavenge the remains of the people who rebelled who couldn't support themselves from the apocalyptic weather.<br/>Knowledge: Engineering: The Zyrasians beat their partners, the Amerali, in one way. Industrial power and techniques. They knew how to build, what to build, and the way to do it efficiently. Grear wonders in New Zyras, Zykra, and Spirit show it off to every person just by looking.<br/>Knowledge: Biology: Life on the sea is tough. With the devastating loss of life they had to know what they could eat and not get seriously harmed in anyway. They using previous knowledge began to learn all the: Deep sea fish, close to surface fish, and shore fish. Also learning many new fishing methods as well as whaling.<br/>Culture: Viva la Revolution: The Zyrasians are an independent, free, people who don't tolerate conquerers, slavers, racists, and bigots. These defiant people don't take crap from nobody anytime at all.<br/>Infrastructure: New Zyras: The great reclaimed city of New Zyras. Home to thousands of years of history and many revolutions. While damaged it's being repaired and finally the Zyrasians will take to the land.<br/>Infrastructure: Spirit: The floating city that kept these people alive. Armed by cannons and fireworks using heavy bombardment on enemies to keep them away and using steam power it slowly moves along. Advanced fishing machines and whaling guns also are on the city for food and fuel harvesting. It houses 20,000 people and has small farms to keep vitamin C and others up and some livestock but not much.<br/>Agent: Keya Vos Siochanna: The namesake of Keya the commander of the forces of the lost city of Siochanna. She is head scavenger of the reclaimers of New Zyras, a group dedicated to fixing New Zyras, scavenging relics, and clearing the city of looters. She operates in the Name of the Grand Council and is very experienced with outsiders, the few that remain. <br/>Forces: The Reclaimers of New Zyras: 3 sects, The Royal scavengers, The Vanguard, and The Navy. While the Zyrasians absolutely hate fighting they will do it if necessary. These 1st of course scavenges and cleans up New Zyras for settlers to come. The 2nd go out into the deadlands, ruined farms, and ruined factories to clear them out for the scavengers but usually patrol Spirit. The last explores the seas and makes sure no people come near Spirit. Now there is a small airforce of ballons with people in the baskets but that's for dangerous areas.<br/>Magic: Glyph magic: This magic while mysterious holds great power in major moments but can be controlled in minir ways like lighting a flame in your hand or other small ways. All Zyrasians have at least a little bit of it because of operation ""Zyrasian""...<br/>Knowledge: Chemistry: The Zyrasians using knowledge of what makes up life and nonife has helped production of food with fertilizers for which their efficiency is now improved. Gunpowder is also easier to make out of salvaged materials from New Zyras.<br/>Knowledge: Calculus: Confusing but useful math being used to discover new things more efficiently but so far no new discoveries have come up.<br/>Knowledge: Astro...something: Though the records are unclear of the name they clearly explain what is what and how to do it and though not immediately useful it has great promise.</div></div></div>"
7759,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=25,2014-12-08T19:53:00,Levis Avara,"<blockquote><div><cite>Ammar <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=22730410#p22730410"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Levis Avara <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=22729126#p22729126"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""Your people enjoy a interesting form of entertainment"",Wilson said wary.He felt pity for the men that had to be forced to fight to the death only in the name to satisfy some bored peasants and disgusted at all the blood that splattered on the ground the guts oozing out of the scraped parts but still he knew it was not his place to judge a people has foreign has the Kha'ri it would be up to his superiors to decide on matters such has this.Still it grew dark soon the games would be over he had wanted to see the nightlife see some girls it had been months stuck on a ship and his natural urges where exploding.""It has been a pleasurable evening Mr Fudo but do you have quarters for a overnight stay""? I shall be leaving soon in a few days.</div></blockquote><br/>""Why, of course, my exotic friend. In the morning, we shall discuss the matters you originally wanted."" Mr. Fudo said as one of his students led Wilson to a room behind a thin sheet. The ground was solid stone with a window sealed with iron bars. The matress appeared to be incredibly thin, as well as the blanket. The only other things in the room was a chest and a desk with paper and a pencil on it. ""Get some rest."" the student said. ""Training begins before the dawn.""<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Kh ara""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Technology and Infasctucture-As a new people were uncovered, the need for a military increased, as well as a suitable workforce. Mines are created, producing the materials to manufacture firearms in factories.</div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/>Indeed if discussion was to be made in the morning he went to bed.He has never stayed in such primitive conditions so it was very odd to him but he was a trooper it wouldn't be bothersome in anyway.Soon before Dawn arrives he gets up and meditates mid air a waiting the arrival of the Kha'ri and channeling his spiritual self."
7760,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=25,2014-12-08T22:26:00,Ralnis,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Zon'frex<br/>Zel'nash 30</span><br/><br/>The city has been able to grow, and thus have grown into a large 22,000 people and things have become known among them, they have been sending out more exploration across the ash and have found that they only see nothing but desert and ash, whatever happened here was nothing but death. However, they found something that was laid near the old statues of a Warshaman cult called the Eshive Riders, who one of the one band that did see much war as the leading cavalry unit for Wild Thunder and the main forces that were to watch the skies for the Chronoshamans and had decided to stay in the ashes and tell of the coming ages until the last of them died off. The only things that survived of them are their teachings and the things they wrote about astronomy. It was something, they were more wild and kin to nature then anyone and they wanted to one day ride the very stars and explore the void within so they may become one with their gods. They wanted their knowledge to be pass on to the survivors of the Dark Times so that they to may learn the ways that they have lost, during the time they have charted star maps and the local planets and moons that they could see with telescopes but they always dreamed of seeing what was truly up there with their own eyes, but it looks like they can finally see it in spirit then anywhere else.<br/><br/>Their knowledge had given the last Chronoshamans who had survived the Dark Times great knowledge that the gaps of their history during the Dark Times had been filled, at least by great lengths and had ushered the Warshamans with haste as to find more of the caches of their lost history and to see what had happened during the Dark Times so they may honor the Riders for keeping and striving in their final hours so that they may have hope that their ancestor and their efforts have not gone in vain.<br/><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">[Infrastructure] Zon'friex: Once a collection of underground vaults that had held all of the collective knowledge that Xel'nox had either stolen or discovered on their own, but they had mostly stolen it, and had found themselves once they had came out of their vaults and had became a bustling city with a labyrinth made of roads and corridors that connect to districts that lend a hand to one another and find the city that they have become and build for the betterment of themselves. Zon'friex is called the Glowing City or the City of Ash as they had settled under the ash that had toppled them and the most powerful nations. It is also called the Glowing City because it has a large network of crystals that glow a rainbow of colors and also the large industrialization that had never been seen since the year of Veer'gornash, which was the last era before the Dark Times. The city's workings are of common place and it now houses 11,000 embers that still flicker among the darkness. The City is nearly hidden from the naked eye but the only thing that can be sought is the various holes that lift up smoke and vapor that are symbols of advancement and a new age for them.<br/><br/>[Agent] Weyky'tri: Inventor, Shaman, and current leader of the Sax'fro. The Sax'fro at one time were one of the most intensive spy agencies in the world before the Dark Times, they were formed for the use of exploration and gathering of knowledge when the Theocratium of Xel'nox made their one and only colony, Xergiok, on Tredera and the Sax'fro caste was prevalent in obtaining most of the technology and knowledge of Tredera that rivaled other powers of spies in the world. When the Dark Times came, they retreated with the rest and had gained power as the leaders of the remnants and became intertwined with the new beliefs and culture of the Stao'nonxizil. Weky'tri is skilled in deciphering the ancient text that the Sax'fro used that became the new language of their people and ushered in the inventions that they had discovered long ago at the end of Veer'gornash. The Sax'fro caste still hold an a power over their people as spies, assassins, and now leaders of their civilization, but they are still but a shadow of the legend they used to be, but the new age can bring better legends and a new power for them. <br/><br/>[Forces] Zel'nov Warshamans: A mixture of the two sects of the Warshaman caste that once fought for the Amarites in the past. In the past, the most elite of their cast became the Quo'nox, the ones trained in fighting by the Amarites and led their brothers and sisters to war in what was called Wild Thunder's March, which was led by the Quo'nox Warshaman Myxsti'thyx, which is known to the Old Languages as Wild Thunder and he was a master tactician and the one who wrote the Huen, or the Warshaman's own version of unconventional warfare that allowed them to be famous auxiliaries that won them several victories, both offensive and defensive. When all Warshamans were called underground, then they had joined each other as a hybrid lead as they were the first ones to try and scavenge, reclaim, and explore Xel'nox and they had became more in line to stealth and skirmishing then their old styles of combat. They also are trained in guns and weapons of different types, but they prefer weapons for accuracy and stealth that allows them to take out their forces with precision then brute force like of Old Times.<br/><br/>[Culture] The Storm Rides Again/The Statues of Az'martinx: The natives of Xel'nox resistant outside influence even when they were offered to learn. Their culture is known to be the most alien of them all and they love it and their beliefs are no different. Their storm gods of their Parthenon were at once 3200 alone and statues littered their entire civilization. Now their belief is more reformed and still eldritch as their gods and even revered ancestors are transformed into what one will call to be horrible and repulsive, but it is unique and show the part of their belief that like a storm, they will always rise and ride again.<br/><br/>[Knowledge] Steam Power: In Veer'gornash, steam power and the Industrial Revolution was starting for them but then the Dark Times came. Now it was a revival to what they never had completely grasp until the end of the world. The power of the Steam had allowed for them to fully see the sight of industrialization and the use of steam that allowed them to do lots of things, one of the many things was to use if for mining, building, and refining as well as learning about the use of the first taste of machinery that started to bring in factories to their sections of the city and the smoke and vapor started to rise out of the very ground itself.<br/><br/>[Knowledge] Chemistry: The thing that all natives of Xel'nox do know, from the fertilizer to gunpowder and explosives. They had decipher this the most out of all the text they were able to search for in the vaults they have been able to secure themselves in. It, with Biology, had became the foundations of bringing back horticulture and balance out the industrialization and the naturalism, though it only extends to growing mushrooms much better and larger though it has even better workings. They also allowed them to do things like rediscover gunpowder and the use of acids and explosives for both domestic and militaristic means. This also helps them in trying to survey the ground topsoil that they use the chemistry when it came to send out expeditions and trying to figure out if the ash is still in the land.<br/>Starting location (You can specify specific locations on the map or non specific ones, such as Tropical coastline, Desert, Rocky mountains): <br/>Underground in the Satizmi Waste, Northern Xel'nox, though the only thing you will see about the civilization is the smoke fumes that come out in a matter of holes.<br/><br/>[Magic] Wisdom of the Ash: The first instances in history for them is that magic has been developed by unknown means. The people that have been gifted with the magic have been able to harness the ash that is around Xel'nox and has called it the Wisdom of the Ash<br/><br/>[ Knowledge] Biology: Biology has been rediscovered as a means of increase agriculture and to help with the explorations topside.<br/>[Knowledge] Engineering: Large scale construction has been reintroduced and been used to its fully effects so that they can have more room to grow underground and have better planning for their buildings and such.<br/><br/> [Knowledge] Calculus: The first use and understanding of advance mathematics ever since Veer'gornash when they were just learning the concept and trying to implement it before the apocalypse but now the rediscover of it has brought them back into the idea of advancing their math skills for other projects and theories that they have in mind for the future of their civilization.<br/><br/>[Knowledge] Astronomy: Found by an now extinct Warhsaman cult, the uses of Astronomy and the Chronoshamans have been pivotal for the history of the Old Theocratium and now is the only thing that can help them learn about the outside and try to discover the lost history of the Dark Times.</div></div></div>"
7761,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=25,2014-12-09T05:09:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>Levis Avara <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=22729773#p22729773"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Naval Dockyards,Arcea City</span><br/><br/>The coming decades saw Altaria become the Worlds foremost Naval power.With the Agricultural and Industrial might of Altaria Steamships where soon skillfully made in the industrial cities of Genoa,Arcea,and Arvenia.More explorers,merchants went to discover forgotten nations to establish trade routes so that tons of wealth could be made once more.At first it made sense to establish trade relations with New Zyras but New Zyras was still lost and abandoned.Trading relations had been reestablished with the Hegemony,and Leon and in the lands of Bellona the cities of Cretzia,and Chenglei.Ships where also reestablishing trade routes in Akksum and throughout the desert lands still Ka'hari was another story.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Zadox</span>:The Merchant steam ship chugged into the foggy city <span style=""font-style: italic"">Delphi</span> it landed at port with tons of Altarian products after decades commercial relations could be reestablished news had come from merchants in Chenglei that the city was beginning to prosper once more and that it was prime for trading mission looking for whale oil and other zadoxian resources.Merchant Jessy Norton came out merchant hood over his face he helped carry some boxes of silk and steel traded in Chenglei and Cretzia.He had studied zadoxian language from books in the Great Library so it wouldn't be a confusing encounter.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">[Infrastructure]The city of Arvenia in southern Arcea isle is mainly powered from water.The river Tripoli provides all the energy the city could want with dams providing the energy. beautiful marble domed buildings sits on the water with water falls falling into a huge lake. The city is subject to barbarian attacks but on the water it is difficult to invade.<br/>[Agent] Scientist Benevin Julius Aurelius Scientist and adviser to the Senate is one of the few souls to venture to the forbidden city of Arcea.There lies the Great Library and the ruins of the magnificent city the hallows of knowledge and history science and technology is abundant here and he brings many ancient trinkets steam engines,and cotton gins radios etc to study.He has managed to replicate and make these machines function some what but the Senate fears the techs are cursed because of the Dark Age and bans them from public use.<br/>[Forces]The Dragon Army.A small but formidable force protecting the citizens of the Republic from barbarian gangs and up holding the people and Senate this honorable army will once again lead to the ancient glory of Arcea only thru justice and reason.<br/>[Knowledge]Engineering.The Altarians are creators not destroyers they have turned the desolate landscape to evergreen once again farms and canals are being constructed with great skill the buildings and terraces holding life giving gardens plant life and other beautiful scenery.Canals and farms provide much needed food to the growing populace of 18,000<br/>[Knowledge]Steam Power.The Arcean people have never forgotten the wonder of Steam power which powers the entire city.The coldness of the Volcanic Winter can still be felt and steam power provides much heat to offset this mini ice age.Steam Ships although very rare also provide speedy travel across the Tripoli but still Arcea Island is a hot bed for Barbarism and the Republic makes sure to shield it self from this chaotic world.<br/>[Culture]The Altarian Forum Here is the center of the Republic Several important structures are here including the Altarian Senate house made of gleaming marble with pillars and a dome.It is of religious,social,political,and economic importance and where elections are held has well.<br/>[Knowledge]Biology:In Altaria farming now is the most important task that can be practiced.Benevin has studied many of the plant and animal life around Arcea and compared it to the biology books from the Great Library and found that many animal and plant life that existed before the Dark Ages simply don't exist anymore.He also helps the farmers by maximizing the fewer agricultural plants that still exist and finding seeds from the Vaults in the Library to teach them how to grow them.<br/>[Knowledge Legacy]Calculus is the mathematical study of change, in the same way that geometry is the study of shape and algebra is the study of operations and their application to solving equations.This allows the Altarians to make more advanced techs.<br/>Magic :Sorcery:currently pyrokinesis is being studied heavily influenced from the volcanic eruption<br/>Infrastructure:Industrial sector:To supply the Army more efficiently tons of factories are constructed guns,cannons,wands all these help the war effort and it helps the economy has well has many products are made,and mines are constructed has well<br/>Agriculture Sector:Farms and ranches are being made leading to a population boom<br/>Chemistry:Chemistry allows for the creation of better gunpowder and better food/Agricultural production<br/>[Forces]Navy:The Navy is expanded to deal with trading missions and combat pirate raids in the Nova sea and around the Luna sea</div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/><br/>The Altarian ship surprised the harkback. It brought foreign goods and foodstuff, much of which the harkback didn't like. According to some ancient texts, foreigners are not to be trusted. Foreign trade was therefore banned and The sentinels were ordered to detain and deport all foreigners. Meanwhile, the cult organized an expeditions. One to a nearby town that is according to ancient texts was once a great harkback city, before a red start fell from the skies and destroyed most buildings... the other expedition is heading to restore the Mirror Pyramid's functionality and put it to scientific use.<br/><br/>The explorers where stunned when they arrived in Dunnrhof. Aside from the missing population, The city changed very little since the texts were written around 300 years ago. Harkback Architecture stood the test of time. In the town square still lies a crater and the ports are still littered with wreckage of trade ships. In the countryside surrounding the city however there are some remnants of the harkback living in small towns. They have no Idea what happened to the people of dunnrhof but they are reluctant to go there. Eventually, some young harkback decided to resettle from Zadox as Dunnrhof has better weather with less fog.<br/><br/>New Infrastructure:<br/>Dunnrhof - Port town West of Zadox. Some of Its buildings are centuries old. Relics of the past litter the streets everywhere. The city is sparsely populated and has little industry. Fishing, Agriculture in the nearby towns however is significant and Dunnrhof acts as a local trade hub.<br/><br/>As the new inhabitants searched Dunnrhof for habitable buildings, they found an interesting object. Never have they seen anything like it. rectangular Yellow and purple buttons lined up on one side of the object while it's interior was full of strings. When pressing the buttons, the object gave strange sounds. Further inspection revealed that this object is probably a new design for an instrument devised shortly before the apocalypse. After a musician tuned the strings, the instrument gave a beautiful sound that left everyone in the room in awe..<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Harkback""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Agents:<br/>- Mayor Ruebeck - Elected Mayor of Zadox, In charge of the city's robust infrastructure projects. Perhaps Descendant of the once respected Ruebeck family, whom according to some old brick tablets governed Zadox for an entire Millenia. <br/><br/>Forces:<br/>- The Sentines - Guardians of the Harkback cult. They help wherever help is needed. If armed at all, they carry bronze spears, their traditional weapon. When not patrolling the streets in search of fires and wrongdoers, they tend to the sick.<br/><br/>Infrastructure:<br/>(WONDERS)<br/>- The Mirror Pyramid - besides the dormant mountain survived the apocalypse with little to no harm. An enormous device is housed inside which can act as both a microscope and a telescope, though not at the same time. <br/>(POPULATION CENTERS)<br/>- Zadox - The city of nightmares according to those old and alive enough to tell stories of the past, the past Before the Apocalypse, but even they have trouble recalling the horrific things happened here. Night and day are very much alike in Zadox. During the day, Fog enshrouds the streets blocking out the sunlight while at night, the fog disperses the light of of the candles and oil lamps which makes up for a dim version of daylight. City streets have been widened by the disasters that struck the city and large parks grew on the ruins of the devastated palace that once stood in the middle of Zadox. <br/>- Dunnrhof - Port town West of Zadox. Some of Its buildings are centuries old. Relics of the past litter the streets everywhere. The city is sparsely populated and has little industry. Fishing, Agriculture in the nearby towns however is significant and Dunnrhof acts as a local trade hub.<br/>(ECONOMY)<br/>- The Swirling mines - In the lands north of Zadox, Wast tunnel network spire underground, dug by the miners in search of metals. Mostly copper can be found here, but some other strange, dark metals of little practical use is also present in significant quantities. Harkback laws limit miners to work no more then 3 years in the mines and must then find other employment as Prolonged work underground lead to many diseases, both physical and mental.<br/>- Framed Fields - The land surrounding Zadox was once completely naked. Entire forests were chopped down to make room for farmland. Recently however, weather change has devastated the farmland and so biologists suggested the replanting of trees around potato fields to protect them from high-speed winds. This wasn't enough. Heavy rains and cold weather were still devastating crops so Greenhouses and canals were built to keep plants warm and protected. The upside of greenhouses was that food could be grown in them even in the winter... but they were expensive to build and maintain. The 2 balanced out relatively well.<br/><br/>Culture:<br/>- Sentientalism - According to the old brick tablets, Sentient creatures in the world must never be harmed or extorted in any way by a fellow sentient being. Peace, Cooperation and equality therefore is mandatory. The Cult holds these Ideas sacred and educates every harkback children to respect them.<br/>Knowledge:<br/><br/>-LEVEL 1-<br/>- Biology - Ever since the construction of the Mirror Pyramid, Harkback understanding of life, Especially on small scale has grown greatly. Bacterias, living Tissue and reproduction is understood well... Everyone in Zadox loves biology. Books about human anatomy were the first to be published after the apocalypse. Some believe that soon the harkback will be able to perhaps transplant organs or replace them with machines to extend human lifespan... some already make attempts to construct such machines.<br/>- Chemistry - The few books that survived the apocalypse contained useful information on the behavior of matter and also some strange theories about tiny particles, namely, Molecules and elements. According to these centuries old books, the elements can form all kinds of molecules when placed in the right environment, though they may also appear in their pure form. The Watermaker, The Graphite and the Firestopper are the only elements known to the harkback so far... Though they might actually be molecules themselves. The debate rages on.<br/>- Steam Power - The recently discovered steam power has already begun to revolutionize harkback society. Thirst for more raw materials increase quantity of labor sent into the depths to recover coal and metals while increasing amounts of engineers and scientists are trained to understand the way these machines work and improve their designs...</div></div></div>"
7762,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=25,2014-12-09T06:11:00,Pac Kindom,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bython<br/>30 BFD</span><br/><br/>As the town and grass land population had grown large, around 20,000 people. Maelor Pritchett ordered exploration teams to search east in the rolling hills and south in the large forest for great sites to find new towns. Six months later came the lucky find, a team of explores crested a hill and looked down in to a hidden valley only to spot what appeared to be a small town and they decided to check it out.<br/><br/>An hour later they reached reach the edge of the town and were stunned to find no one living there. Once the news reached Conwy the was grate excitement and 500 families set out to reclaim the town and to put to use, Unknown to all a grate discover will be found here.<br/><br/>Maelor Pritchett stood and watched as the latest ship set sail form Conwy port. It was sesigen to me the fastest ship built in the know world capable of peak average speeds over 16 knots (30 km/h).<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value="" New Infrastructure""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Caernarfon – A town in a valley to the east of Conwy. Town surround a central square and is made up of simple and practical red brick constructions.<br/><br/>Conwy – The town wall are complete</div></div></div><br/><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Bython Union""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Agent</span><br/>Maelor Pritchett</span>, A great inventor and current leader of Bython Union who designed and built of the the current fishing fleet.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Forces</span><br/>The Bython Guard</span> is a force maintained by the Bython Union and is responsible for the safety of the and the security of the Union. All members are trained in naval combat and land combat.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Infrastructure</span><br/>Conwy,</span> This town is home to most of the people of the Union and set stride a river which flows thro the town in to the port and out to sea. Town surround the port an is made up of simple and practical stone constructions.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Caernarfon, </span> A town in a valley to the east of Conwy. Town surround an central square and is made up of simple and practical red brick constructions.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Culture</span><br/>Bython Code </span> The Bythons are fare, free, people who live by the code honour thy Father, Protect the weak, Be loyal to friends and family<br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Knowledge:<br/><br/>-LEVEL 1-</span></span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Biology:</span> Using knowledge found at the port they learned all about the sea life they could eat and how the best way to catch it.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Engineering</span> The Bython learned much of ship building from studying found plans. They are well know shipwrights.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Construction</span> The Bythons love to build things a number of farms and canals have been built and they are in the process of build in walls for the town of Conwy.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Astronomy</span> Star charts are created, used, amended.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Calculus</span> Useful math discovered while creating star/Sea Charts</div></div></div>"
7763,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=25,2014-12-09T07:47:00,New Strausberg,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Citadel<br/> Year of the Yak 30</span><br/><br/><br/>The many citizens of The Citadel watched in awe as the prototype railroads where being constructed. For 5 years they had toiled but still to no avail the project was very ambitious but the people would not waver in there resolve. The people of the north had also discovered a grazing animal that would relive a bit of the stress for food, from old books found they discovered the animal was known as a Yak. These strong creatures not only could move things around for the less wealthy who couldn't afford the machines yet. The king had began working on ways to get the less fortune the more progress equipment, but currently the economy couldn't take the distribution of goods.<br/><br/>Even still work continued, and goods would stay cheap so long as production could keep up. Small forge cities where poping up all around the kingdom. These small towns would ship there finished goods all around and often act as trade depots for many a wandering travler. The caravans continued to move south looking for new lands. Soon word of a place south known as Goffsill had spread to the caravaners and settlers, soon an expedition was sent out to find this city and its people.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Infrastructure: The Citadel, a massive burdging industrial town-built into the side of the mountain and then deep into it, this city is the heart of The Iron Depotism and its main seat of power. Safe from harm the people work at bettering the Depostism through work and labour <br/><br/>Agent: Hans Jäger, a man of science he works day and night to come up with ways to keep the mighty production that keeps the Depostism alive running, a brilliant inventor and grandson of the man who helped build the Citadel he is one of the most highly regarded indivuals in the Depostism. <br/><br/>Forces: Deep Guard: from the bowls of the mighty citadel spawn the Deep Guard, Soldiers hell bent on protecting there great city and will stop at nothing short of death to protect it. There will is unwavering and each would gladly die for there cause. They are given the best equipment that can be made and put thought a training regiment from birth. It is drilled into them how to kill and they will never hesitate to do so.<br/><br/>Culture: From decades of living the many people's have developed a caste system, The King and warriors the highest caste, the workers the second highest, the slaves the lowest. This caste system keeps people in check, it is also used to keep production going for those who prove themselves skilled workers are often picked to join the warrior caste and a better life. There is only one patron god, Crawn, the god of industry and production.<br/><br/>Knowledge: Advanced metallurgy, when working with so many metals it is often good to understand them, and therefor best implement them. The people's of the Iron Depostim have learned much over the many years of how to produce and use the metals most effectively <br/><br/>Infrastructure: The Great Forges: inside of the citidel lay many mass if forges from which many devices of war are made, each of these built deep into the mountain where the resorces needed for them are plentiful. There are the pride and joy of any working caste member as well as the best arms and armor.<br/><br/>Knowledge: Steam engines: from studying the old machines littered around. The industrial nation has began to create steam powered machine to increase productivity and move around supplies faster. <br/><br/>Knowledge: construction: in an effort to produce bigger and better forges and equipment for the expanding empire the need for bigger structures<br/><br/>Knowledge: Railroad: in the ever growing need for expansion the steam machines used to move our goods around quicker have been put on wheels and used to now move along the many supplies and such needed for people. Construction continues to ever improve upon this design and make them quicker.</div></div></div>"
7764,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=25,2014-12-09T14:21:00,United Soviet Jason Republic,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Sands outside Akksum</span></span><br/><br/>The army moved through the desert at night. The sky was their map. The forces dressed in custom robes and armed with swords, spears and even a few gunpowder weapons moved through the sandy desert. They had marched through the inner lands and reached their destination. The King looked at his army. He could only see outline of his men and camels against the starry sky. Turning back he climbed the nearest dune. He got off his horse and looked at the settlement before him. Tourch light from the city could be seen, along with the ruins of what appeared to once be a very populated city. It lacked any major defenses. The king dismounted his camel. ""This is Akksum? The city that we were told of, that the nomads reported to us?"" he asked. From behind an aid replied.<br/>""My liege it is. Our scouts confirm the reports of the Cornwell. They say the city has not paid their dues to the travelers of the seas."" The king looked back to see where the voice came from. He could only make out black.<br/><br/>""I know full well why we are here. Prepare the Firmi. We shall attack as the sun rises. Keep the men below the hills. No camp fires. I want the company commanders to have the city plucked for the Cornwell. Nothing more then the tribute. Any leaders are to be kept alive and brought to me after the combat."" The aid acknowledged his king and turned to carry out his words.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""And the sun shall rise from the land-waves, the place of plenty and promise, and cast down its rays on us, the farmer and the sailor.<br/>-The Hymes of Dar Al-Hikman</span><br/><br/>As the yellow sun rose in the red sky the King rose from his tent. He put on his armor and mounted his camel. Company leaders reported in, reporting to him that they were ready and have received their orders. Around him men were preparing for battle, praying and practicing. The force was small, a few thousand foot and five hundred mounted warriors. The king could have done more, but speed was of the essence. The hour of battle was upon them.<br/><br/>Riding over the hills the Calvary was the first to reach the city, slicing and hacking what ever was in their way. The city defenders were aroused by the sound of the shofar, a low um that singled the other Firmi to attack. Archers from the few city towers fired back their shots. Camle mounted archers returned fire. Calvary armed with swords took to the streets, hacking down those who dared challenge them. The king rode into battle, leading the charge at first against their foe. As the ground troops brought up the rear the remaining defenders were slaughtered. There would be no survivors of those who fought back.<br/><br/>By midday the city had fallen. Grain stores that rightfully belonged to the Cornwell were delivered as tribute. At his command the city elders were rounded up and brought to the temple. The group of old men seemed angry, defiant and scared.<br/><br/>""I, Polonius, Uniter of the Triber, have taken this city in the name of Muad'dib. You have failed to pay your duties to the sailors of the sand seas. That debt now includes blood. From now on this settlement will respect us, the Leto. You shall pay your tribute to me and my decadence. The Cornwell are your protectors."" The king looked at the group of men. There was little they could do. Suddenly one of them drew a dagger and charged the king. Drawing his own Polonius sidestepped the man who lunged forward. With a clean slice of his Sukar blood ran from the attacker onto the stone floor. The man collapsed and died.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""> Bagghar</span></span><br/><br/>After following the coast for days on end the fleet arrived at a large village. The Raiders at first sent in a few craft under the false flag of peace and trade. The ships that came back reported to their commander that the city had belonged to the same tribe of those who wronged the Cornwell. This was not taken lightly. In Leto custom the settled people must pay tribute, for protection, to the nomads of the sea. On land or on water this custom was true. Thought the King had left weeks before to right the wrong doing against the Cornwell the commander was tasked with finding more settled people to protect. This settlement had to pay up.<br/><br/>After a day of scouting the fleet sailed into the harbor. On the beaches surrounding the city Raiders anchored their crafts and disembarked to take the city. The defenders of the city came forward to attack the raiders in hand to hand combat. In the harbor Raider ships landed, flooding more men into combat. Any warships were engaged by the fleet. As a prize to the king they would not sack the city, but instead keep it so that he may decide how its tribute would be shared. By late afternoon the defenders had been forced back into the inner city. At their temple they had a last stand, fighting to protect their false gods. After the battle the temple would be rededicated to the true gods.<br/><br/><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""The Empire""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">[Agents]King Polonius the first: The King is the first to restore the Empire together after the great chaos that tore it apart. A nomad from the innder desert the king was born in tough conditions in the harsh desert. Raised to fight, the king spent most of his life in continual wars between the nomads and settled peoples, fighting for the little resources that were left. After a long and bloody campaign Polonius united the nomadic tribes and restored the Empire by marching back into the city of Leto. <br/><br/>[Forces] The King maintains a large force of nomadic warriors called The Firmi. These troops were raised in the desert and are most skilled at mounted combat. Levies from the city were later on integrated into the force in order to maintain order in cities in the small country. These levies are armed mostly with spears and swords, but more elite units have muskets.<br/><br/>[Forces] Another left over from the collapse of the old empire is the idea of a navy. Upon reuniting the Empire the Raiders were created to protect off shore fishing and shipping. Ships that were left over from the old empire often resorted to raiding as a source of resources. The idea of the navy remains and is built upon piracy. <br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The City of Leto still stands. Despite it being nearly abandoned after the old empire collapsed the large, deep ports inside of the city were returned to and inhabited again. The city has very little notable about it and stands at the mouth of the Lea river, the lifeblood of the Settled and Nomadic people.<br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The city of Akksum has been taken into the realm <br/><br/><br/>[Culture] The Hymes of Dar Al-Hikman, a renound art school before the collapse of the old empire have now been turned into a holy book. The school was re founded after the return of inhabitants to the city of Leto. The book comprises of hymns from the settled and nomadic people and preach respect for the desert and water. Often times the desert and ocean are referred to as being liquids, as they both seem to flow and have waves. The classic book provides the moral and civil codes of the people in the Empire. <br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">-Level One-</span><br/>[Knowledge] Navigation: In the dark times the people living on the coast depended on the livelihood that for generations saved their lives: fishing. This simple act required the ability to construct well made ships and use the wind. The tides and waters of the area near the Empire is well known. Sailors are taken in high regard as they helped provide food to the inland when civilization collapsed. As over fishing became an issue the sailors headed deeper into the ocean to catch more fish. In the darkest of times the fishing trade all bust collapsed. The fish population returned and the knowledge of the ocean was kept alive. Navigation also plays a roll in traveling through the sand seas of the desert.</div></div></div>"
7765,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=25,2014-12-09T14:50:00,Ralnis,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Zon'frex<br/>Zel'nash 35</span><br/><br/>The growth of the city state has becoming large with the embers of 25,000 people and they had started to reach into deeper hollows and they have started to make more of an underground nation as they started to carve out more of the city and extend the reach of the city as they try to carve out their nation once more from the depts. The entirety of the city has been growing and the people of the Sax'fro caste have been making great pace in order to bring the light of civilization to there people and they need to grow. The idea is that they need to grow and the Chronoshamans were more demanding to the Warshamans that they wanted to know if that there is more history left to the Riders during the Dark Times, this in turn had sent out more exploration missions and to start reaching more and more outside and tell of the topsoil and tell them that they could reach out with people if they could but it was not the time to do so for they are ready to come out for the air could still be ash-ridden and the only people who can survive it are those with the Wisdom of the Ash but they, while have been growing in number, have been used in the explorations have gathered great intel, but nothing more then they had already knew when they had made themselves known so long ago.<br/><br/>One of the things however have made things change as they had stumbled upon one of the important text that seem to be in a hiding place that made things different as the Sax'fro were trying to decipher their ancestral letters. Apparently this was the study on the subject of physics between someone called Lor'max, a Mad Forger that his caste has become not so mad but more intelligent and spiritual as they weave spirituality and rationality for they believe that both are two of the same kind in the balance of themselves. The other was the Sax'fro Gru'mec and he seemed to be interested to see what kind of applications can this sort of stolen technology work for their favor. The Mad Forger said many through the looks of his writing and the symbols that were being deciphered. However, the Dark Times came and it seemed that Lor'max was on the breakthrough of reverse-engineering the methods of this idea into the practical workings, but it seems that they were starting to make more, like guns, able to harness the true power of Roulth and the Storm Gods, and so much more. Apparently Lor'max died during the Dark Times in the old capital of the Theocratium and only his workings and notes were gathered and recorded for it seem that his legacy was in the ink.<br/><br/>It will take years to find all his notes, letters, and guides about the workings of his work, but apparently what the people do have is that the People of the North called it Physics and they said it was pivotal for the civization to grow and to escape their underground domain if they are to find all of the information so that they can continue the work of Lor'max in order for their people to prosper in all sorts of things.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">[Infrastructure] Zon'friex: Once a collection of underground vaults that had held all of the collective knowledge that Xel'nox had either stolen or discovered on their own, but they had mostly stolen it, and had found themselves once they had came out of their vaults and had became a bustling city with a labyrinth made of roads and corridors that connect to districts that lend a hand to one another and find the city that they have become and build for the betterment of themselves. Zon'friex is called the Glowing City or the City of Ash as they had settled under the ash that had toppled them and the most powerful nations. It is also called the Glowing City because it has a large network of crystals that glow a rainbow of colors and also the large industrialization that had never been seen since the year of Veer'gornash, which was the last era before the Dark Times. The city's workings are of common place and it now houses 11,000 embers that still flicker among the darkness. The City is nearly hidden from the naked eye but the only thing that can be sought is the various holes that lift up smoke and vapor that are symbols of advancement and a new age for them.<br/><br/>[Agent] Weyky'tri: Inventor, Shaman, and current leader of the Sax'fro. The Sax'fro at one time were one of the most intensive spy agencies in the world before the Dark Times, they were formed for the use of exploration and gathering of knowledge when the Theocratium of Xel'nox made their one and only colony, Xergiok, on Tredera and the Sax'fro caste was prevalent in obtaining most of the technology and knowledge of Tredera that rivaled other powers of spies in the world. When the Dark Times came, they retreated with the rest and had gained power as the leaders of the remnants and became intertwined with the new beliefs and culture of the Stao'nonxizil. Weky'tri is skilled in deciphering the ancient text that the Sax'fro used that became the new language of their people and ushered in the inventions that they had discovered long ago at the end of Veer'gornash. The Sax'fro caste still hold an a power over their people as spies, assassins, and now leaders of their civilization, but they are still but a shadow of the legend they used to be, but the new age can bring better legends and a new power for them. <br/><br/>[Forces] Zel'nov Warshamans: A mixture of the two sects of the Warshaman caste that once fought for the Amarites in the past. In the past, the most elite of their cast became the Quo'nox, the ones trained in fighting by the Amarites and led their brothers and sisters to war in what was called Wild Thunder's March, which was led by the Quo'nox Warshaman Myxsti'thyx, which is known to the Old Languages as Wild Thunder and he was a master tactician and the one who wrote the Huen, or the Warshaman's own version of unconventional warfare that allowed them to be famous auxiliaries that won them several victories, both offensive and defensive. When all Warshamans were called underground, then they had joined each other as a hybrid lead as they were the first ones to try and scavenge, reclaim, and explore Xel'nox and they had became more in line to stealth and skirmishing then their old styles of combat. They also are trained in guns and weapons of different types, but they prefer weapons for accuracy and stealth that allows them to take out their forces with precision then brute force like of Old Times.<br/><br/>[Culture] The Storm Rides Again/The Statues of Az'martinx: The natives of Xel'nox resistant outside influence even when they were offered to learn. Their culture is known to be the most alien of them all and they love it and their beliefs are no different. Their storm gods of their Parthenon were at once 3200 alone and statues littered their entire civilization. Now their belief is more reformed and still eldritch as their gods and even revered ancestors are transformed into what one will call to be horrible and repulsive, but it is unique and show the part of their belief that like a storm, they will always rise and ride again.<br/><br/>[Knowledge] Steam Power: In Veer'gornash, steam power and the Industrial Revolution was starting for them but then the Dark Times came. Now it was a revival to what they never had completely grasp until the end of the world. The power of the Steam had allowed for them to fully see the sight of industrialization and the use of steam that allowed them to do lots of things, one of the many things was to use if for mining, building, and refining as well as learning about the use of the first taste of machinery that started to bring in factories to their sections of the city and the smoke and vapor started to rise out of the very ground itself.<br/><br/>[Knowledge] Chemistry: The thing that all natives of Xel'nox do know, from the fertilizer to gunpowder and explosives. They had decipher this the most out of all the text they were able to search for in the vaults they have been able to secure themselves in. It, with Biology, had became the foundations of bringing back horticulture and balance out the industrialization and the naturalism, though it only extends to growing mushrooms much better and larger though it has even better workings. They also allowed them to do things like rediscover gunpowder and the use of acids and explosives for both domestic and militaristic means. This also helps them in trying to survey the ground topsoil that they use the chemistry when it came to send out expeditions and trying to figure out if the ash is still in the land.<br/>Starting location (You can specify specific locations on the map or non specific ones, such as Tropical coastline, Desert, Rocky mountains): <br/>Underground in the Satizmi Waste, Northern Xel'nox, though the only thing you will see about the civilization is the smoke fumes that come out in a matter of holes.<br/><br/>[Magic] Wisdom of the Ash: The first instances in history for them is that magic has been developed by unknown means. The people that have been gifted with the magic have been able to harness the ash that is around Xel'nox and has called it the Wisdom of the Ash<br/><br/>[ Knowledge] Biology: Biology has been rediscovered as a means of increase agriculture and to help with the explorations topside.<br/>[Knowledge] Engineering: Large scale construction has been reintroduced and been used to its fully effects so that they can have more room to grow underground and have better planning for their buildings and such.<br/><br/> [Knowledge] Calculus: The first use and understanding of advance mathematics ever since Veer'gornash when they were just learning the concept and trying to implement it before the apocalypse but now the rediscover of it has brought them back into the idea of advancing their math skills for other projects and theories that they have in mind for the future of their civilization.<br/><br/>[Knowledge] Astronomy: Found by an now extinct Warhsaman cult, the uses of Astronomy and the Chronoshamans have been pivotal for the history of the Old Theocratium and now is the only thing that can help them learn about the outside and try to discover the lost history of the Dark Times.<br/><br/>Beyond Lvl 1 Technologies<br/><br/>[Knowledge] Physics: The studies of Lro'max and the uncovering of yet another thing that was going to be of use throughout the Old Theorcratium. The study of Physics could have ushered in new ways for the Theocratium to use it's power to harness the true power of the Storm Gods and to be able to fight more efficiently, and possibly even fly! The fabled studies of Lro'max have became the Stano'zanilxi's top priority and it will take them more then a few years but they shall complete it with the upmost importance.</div></div></div>"
7766,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=25,2014-12-09T15:17:00,Levis Avara,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Orion,Leon</span><br/>Senators had been debating the annexation of Orion and the surrounding land for decades.But now expansionist held power in both the Senate and House and unanimously agreed that Orion was rightfully theirs to complete expansion.With the will of the powers Orion wholly agreed to join the Republic for it was struggling to compete with the hostile nomads that had taken over ever sense the fall of the Empire.Also villages due east are also annexed.With this the might of the Dragon Army came and crushed all hostile forces.Soon under Ronald Zachary command against the orders of the president sailed his division of the Nova Fleet to the Draco held city of Ravana and demanded their surrender fearful of the cannons and still remembering the tales of the mighty Sorcerer Tiberius they surrendered immediately.The kingdom of Vetora didn't take kindly to that and declared war on Altaria.The Navy bombarded the capital city of Vela which was also once under Arcean rule and conquered it annexing it has well.Soon the entire coast of Leon was added to the newly bigger Republic.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Aurora,City,Central Leon</span><br/>The Magic city located in Central Leon after coastal Leon was annexed settlers moved to build this glorious city.The Economy is mainly based on Magichrite a important metal that is necessary in building wands and other magical products but still other important metals like zinc,iron,steel,Anthracite are mined has well.The city draws Thousands of Sorcerers and regular people and it is the Gate way between Eastern and Western Leon.Soon more settelers push eastward moving to lands that where once taken by the Amerali earlier in history.The city is home to the University of Arcona a rivaling magical school with Augustine in Arcea thus drawing tons of magical students to study the Arcane Arts thus making the Aurora a university city has well has a industrial city.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Aurora City</div></div></div>"
7767,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=25,2014-12-09T16:00:00,Ammar,"<blockquote><div><cite>Levis Avara <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=22731658#p22731658"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Ammar <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=22730410#p22730410"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Why, of course, my exotic friend. In the morning, we shall discuss the matters you originally wanted."" Mr. Fudo said as one of his students led Wilson to a room behind a thin sheet. The ground was solid stone with a window sealed with iron bars. The matress appeared to be incredibly thin, as well as the blanket. The only other things in the room was a chest and a desk with paper and a pencil on it. ""Get some rest."" the student said. ""Training begins before the dawn.""<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Kh ara""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Technology and Infasctucture-As a new people were uncovered, the need for a military increased, as well as a suitable workforce. Mines are created, producing the materials to manufacture firearms in factories.</div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/>Indeed if discussion was to be made in the morning he went to bed.He has never stayed in such primitive conditions so it was very odd to him but he was a trooper it wouldn't be bothersome in anyway.Soon before Dawn arrives he gets up and meditates mid air a waiting the arrival of the Kha'ri and channeling his spiritual self.</div></blockquote><br/>A gong rang announcing time to awake. A small army of martial artists came out in single file line, beginning routine excerises before breakfast. Master Fudo came out last and came before the wizard. ""Good morning, friend."" he said smiling. ""I'm ready to discuss matters of state with you now."" A gunshot could be heard going off. ""Ignore that. That's probably the militia finding some petty thief."""
7768,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=25,2014-12-09T17:54:00,Levis Avara,"<blockquote><div><cite>Ammar <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=22740669#p22740669"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Levis Avara <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=22731658#p22731658"">wrote</a>:</cite>Indeed if discussion was to be made in the morning he went to bed.He has never stayed in such primitive conditions so it was very odd to him but he was a trooper it wouldn't be bothersome in anyway.Soon before Dawn arrives he gets up and meditates mid air a waiting the arrival of the Kha'ri and channeling his spiritual self.</div></blockquote><br/>A gong rang announcing time to awake. A small army of martial artists came out in single file line, beginning routine excerises before breakfast. Master Fudo came out last and came before the wizard. ""Good morning, friend."" he said smiling. ""I'm ready to discuss matters of state with you now."" A gunshot could be heard going off. ""Ignore that. That's probably the militia finding some petty thief.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Kah'ri</span><br/>""Ah I see"" Wilson said.""Well has you know the Altarians have a deep interest in this land and seeing how our two nations have not had contact with each other I am tasked to formally open a trade route between our two nations has said earlier.Our friendship may not go deep but we assure the mutual profit that both our people will gain well only allow it grow and flourish.It is with the the intent of the Senate that this trade from the Arcean Isles to the desert lands of Arshad from our own naming terms comes to be and that new markets,resources,knowledge and wealth flow from our two great nations.To lower tariffs on such trade would indeed be most excellent but all we ask is that our merchants and entrepreneurs are allowed to safely and respectfully trade here."
7769,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=25,2014-12-09T19:03:00,Ammar,"<blockquote><div><cite>Levis Avara <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=22742077#p22742077"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Ammar <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=22740669#p22740669"">wrote</a>:</cite>A gong rang announcing time to awake. A small army of martial artists came out in single file line, beginning routine excerises before breakfast. Master Fudo came out last and came before the wizard. ""Good morning, friend."" he said smiling. ""I'm ready to discuss matters of state with you now."" A gunshot could be heard going off. ""Ignore that. That's probably the militia finding some petty thief.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Kah'ri</span><br/>""Ah I see"" Wilson said.""Well has you know the Altarians have a deep interest in this land and seeing how our two nations have not had contact with each other I am tasked to formally open a trade route between our two nations has said earlier.Our friendship may not go deep but we assure the mutual profit that both our people will gain well only allow it grow and flourish.It is with the the intent of the Senate that this trade from the Arcean Isles to the desert lands of Arshad from our own naming terms comes to be and that new markets,resources,knowledge and wealth flow from our two great nations.To lower tariffs on such trade would indeed be most excellent but all we ask is that our merchants and entrepreneurs are allowed to safely and respectfully trade here.</div></blockquote><br/>This intrigued Fudo. ""I see."" he said. Considering the options, he looked out at his people, most of whom were living in more primitive conditions. ""I suppose this would be more ideal."" he answered. ""What we really need is better governing policies to be honest. I feel disappointed in myself for what I didn't accomplish, bringing my people to the prosperity I promised. It is agreed. Will your leader come to me, or should I go before yours?"""
7770,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=25,2014-12-10T03:36:00,Harkback Union,"Zadox, Northen Tredera.<br/><br/>5 Years ago...<br/>While Mayor Ruebeck and his close associates are busy studying some ancient texts, The Council is overtaken by the words of some Industrialist thinkers, Dreaming of a future where all work is done by machines, rather than man and animals. - ""We can Free life from its shackles of toil and usher in a new era of progress and pleasure! All of the things we need, All the the food, All the coal, All the pianos could be harvested and made by machines... and some human labor. Imagine all the great things we could build if we had more Copper, More bricks, More coal, More whale oil and big machines to carry construction materials and put them in place! We could raise monuments worthy of the harkback!"" - They advocate - ""We just need to work a little harder now, to design and build these contraptions."" - The first 5 Year plan is then agreed on. New Companies are formed and tasked with constructing an Industrial Complex where new machines can be made. Steam engines for ships, mines and construction sites are in the highest demand. They expect 100 of these to be made there in a single year.<br/><br/>New Culture Item: Industrialism<br/>The harkback dream of a future of comfort and prosperity and they believe Industry is their ticket there.<br/><br/><br/>Now...<br/>Machines Roar in the new Manufactoria, 20 Harkback miles from Zadox, close by the Swirling mines. Thousands of workers toil tirelessly in the factory halls to build new stuff. Pianos, Tools, Books, Furniture, Glass, Copper pipes and other construction materials are also made along with the steam engines, each in a separate production unit. Logistics is Organized by the cult. The finished products are then brought to Zadox where a new building is raised every day. Numerous Temples, Culthouses, Universities, Libraries, Baths, Workshops and Sentinel Stations are added to the inner city while the pleasant outskirts become host to Phalansters, Large housing complexes where Young Harkback Students, The Working class and the retired Elderly are offered residence. Some Industrious harkback with plenty of credit however requisition their own homes. Meanwhile, Pianos became incredibly popular. Everyone requisitions them but only few can be made. Therefore, The Harkback Cult decides to open up music rooms in Culthouses, Phalansters and Bathhouses where pianos and other instruments could be played by anyone.<br/><br/>New Infrastructure: Manufactoria<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Harkback""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Agents:<br/>- Mayor Ruebeck - Elected Mayor of Zadox, In charge of the city's robust infrastructure projects. Perhaps Descendant of the once respected Ruebeck family, whom according to some old brick tablets governed Zadox for an entire Millenia. <br/><br/>Forces:<br/>- The Sentines - Guardians of the Harkback cult. They help wherever help is needed. If armed at all, they carry bronze spears, their traditional weapon. When not patrolling the streets in search of fires and wrongdoers, they tend to the sick.<br/><br/>Infrastructure:<br/>(WONDERS)<br/>- The Mirror Pyramid - besides the dormant mountain survived the apocalypse with little to no harm. An enormous device is housed inside which can act as both a microscope and a telescope, though not at the same time. <br/>(POPULATION CENTERS)<br/>- Zadox - The city of nightmares according to those old and alive enough to tell stories of the past, the past Before the Apocalypse, but even they have trouble recalling the horrific things happened here. Night and day are very much alike in Zadox. During the day, Fog enshrouds the streets blocking out the sunlight while at night, the fog disperses the light of of the candles and oil lamps which makes up for a dim version of daylight. City streets have been widened by the disasters that struck the city and large parks grew on the ruins of the devastated palace that once stood in the middle of Zadox. <br/>- Dunnrhof - Port town West of Zadox. Some of Its buildings are centuries old. Relics of the past litter the streets everywhere. The city is sparsely populated and has little industry. Fishing, Agriculture in the nearby towns however is significant and Dunnrhof acts as a local trade hub.<br/>(ECONOMY)<br/>- The Swirling mines - In the lands north of Zadox, Wast tunnel network spire underground, dug by the miners in search of metals. Mostly copper can be found here, but some other strange, dark metals of little practical use is also present in significant quantities. Harkback laws limit miners to work no more then 3 years in the mines and must then find other employment as Prolonged work underground lead to many diseases, both physical and mental.<br/>- Framed Fields - The land surrounding Zadox was once completely naked. Entire forests were chopped down to make room for farmland. Recently however, weather change has devastated the farmland and so biologists suggested the replanting of trees around potato fields to protect them from high-speed winds. This wasn't enough. Heavy rains and cold weather were still devastating crops so Greenhouses and canals were built to keep plants warm and protected. The upside of greenhouses was that food could be grown in them even in the winter... but they were expensive to build and maintain. The 2 balanced out relatively well.<br/>- Manufactoria - 20 Harkback miles from Zadox, close by the Swirling mines. Thousands of workers toil tirelessly in the factory halls to build new stuff. Pianos, Tools, Books, Furniture, Glass, Copper pipes and other construction materials are also made along with the steam engines, each in a separate production unit. Logistics is Organized by the cult.<br/><br/>Culture:<br/>- Sentientalism - According to the old brick tablets, Sentient creatures in the world must never be harmed or extorted in any way by a fellow sentient being. Peace, Cooperation and equality therefore is mandatory. The Cult holds these Ideas sacred and educates every harkback children to respect them.<br/>- Industrialism - The harkback dream of a future of comfort and prosperity and they believe Industry is their ticket there.<br/><br/>Knowledge:<br/><br/>-LEVEL 1-<br/>- Biology - Ever since the construction of the Mirror Pyramid, Harkback understanding of life, Especially on small scale has grown greatly. Bacterias, living Tissue and reproduction is understood well... Everyone in Zadox loves biology. Books about human anatomy were the first to be published after the apocalypse. Some believe that soon the harkback will be able to perhaps transplant organs or replace them with machines to extend human lifespan... some already make attempts to construct such machines.<br/>- Chemistry - The few books that survived the apocalypse contained useful information on the behavior of matter and also some strange theories about tiny particles, namely, Molecules and elements. According to these centuries old books, the elements can form all kinds of molecules when placed in the right environment, though they may also appear in their pure form. The Watermaker, The Graphite and the Firestopper are the only elements known to the harkback so far... Though they might actually be molecules themselves. The debate rages on.<br/>- Steam Power - The recently discovered steam power has already begun to revolutionize harkback society. Thirst for more raw materials increase quantity of labor sent into the depths to recover coal and metals while increasing amounts of engineers and scientists are trained to understand the way these machines work and improve their designs...</div></div></div>"
7771,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=25,2014-12-10T06:34:00,Ralnis,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Zon'frex<br/>Zel'nash 35</span><br/><br/>It had been a long search and that the people had grown to a near 32,000 and it seemed that the workings of Lor'max had started to flourish very quickly as the Warshamans have been able to improve upon the workings with the Notes and make more impressive guns that had greatly outdated the muskets and flintlocks for something more useful. The use of chamber-style rifles and pistols have outclassed the singled chambered and even the use of gunpowder has started its usefulness as they have been making more cheaper and powerful brands that allowed them to make things out of lead and now have casings, which have proven to be much more deadly and efficient against the uncommon thug who tries to run around and cause trouble. Though while these were quite a spectacle, 19th century weapons were still of a general use in the hands of the Warshamans as they have to craft their own weapons for sometime and try to go out and explore the Wastes. They also have been looking at more ways to try and help themselves to enjoy these new weapons to their fancy but they would have more time to try and find out where the lost caches of their history were among their ""to do list"" and they will have to wait until the theory of Physics and its work will be completed in entirely.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">[Infrastructure] Zon'friex: Once a collection of underground vaults that had held all of the collective knowledge that Xel'nox had either stolen or discovered on their own, but they had mostly stolen it, and had found themselves once they had came out of their vaults and had became a bustling city with a labyrinth made of roads and corridors that connect to districts that lend a hand to one another and find the city that they have become and build for the betterment of themselves. Zon'friex is called the Glowing City or the City of Ash as they had settled under the ash that had toppled them and the most powerful nations. It is also called the Glowing City because it has a large network of crystals that glow a rainbow of colors and also the large industrialization that had never been seen since the year of Veer'gornash, which was the last era before the Dark Times. The city's workings are of common place and it now houses 32,000 embers that still flicker among the darkness. The City is nearly hidden from the naked eye but the only thing that can be sought is the various holes that lift up smoke and vapor that are symbols of advancement and a new age for them.<br/><br/>[Agent] Weyky'tri: Inventor, Shaman, and current leader of the Sax'fro. The Sax'fro at one time were one of the most intensive spy agencies in the world before the Dark Times, they were formed for the use of exploration and gathering of knowledge when the Theocratium of Xel'nox made their one and only colony, Xergiok, on Tredera and the Sax'fro caste was prevalent in obtaining most of the technology and knowledge of Tredera that rivaled other powers of spies in the world. When the Dark Times came, they retreated with the rest and had gained power as the leaders of the remnants and became intertwined with the new beliefs and culture of the Stao'nonxizil. Weky'tri is skilled in deciphering the ancient text that the Sax'fro used that became the new language of their people and ushered in the inventions that they had discovered long ago at the end of Veer'gornash. The Sax'fro caste still hold an a power over their people as spies, assassins, and now leaders of their civilization, but they are still but a shadow of the legend they used to be, but the new age can bring better legends and a new power for them. <br/><br/>[Forces] Zel'nov Warshamans: A mixture of the two sects of the Warshaman caste that once fought for the Amarites in the past. In the past, the most elite of their cast became the Quo'nox, the ones trained in fighting by the Amarites and led their brothers and sisters to war in what was called Wild Thunder's March, which was led by the Quo'nox Warshaman Myxsti'thyx, which is known to the Old Languages as Wild Thunder and he was a master tactician and the one who wrote the Huen, or the Warshaman's own version of unconventional warfare that allowed them to be famous auxiliaries that won them several victories, both offensive and defensive. When all Warshamans were called underground, then they had joined each other as a hybrid lead as they were the first ones to try and scavenge, reclaim, and explore Xel'nox and they had became more in line to stealth and skirmishing then their old styles of combat. They also are trained in guns and weapons of different types, but they prefer weapons for accuracy and stealth that allows them to take out their forces with precision then brute force like of Old Times.<br/><br/>[Culture] The Storm Rides Again/The Statues of Az'martinx: The natives of Xel'nox resistant outside influence even when they were offered to learn. Their culture is known to be the most alien of them all and they love it and their beliefs are no different. Their storm gods of their Parthenon were at once 3200 alone and statues littered their entire civilization. Now their belief is more reformed and still eldritch as their gods and even revered ancestors are transformed into what one will call to be horrible and repulsive, but it is unique and show the part of their belief that like a storm, they will always rise and ride again.<br/><br/>[Knowledge] Steam Power: In Veer'gornash, steam power and the Industrial Revolution was starting for them but then the Dark Times came. Now it was a revival to what they never had completely grasp until the end of the world. The power of the Steam had allowed for them to fully see the sight of industrialization and the use of steam that allowed them to do lots of things, one of the many things was to use if for mining, building, and refining as well as learning about the use of the first taste of machinery that started to bring in factories to their sections of the city and the smoke and vapor started to rise out of the very ground itself.<br/><br/>[Knowledge] Chemistry: The thing that all natives of Xel'nox do know, from the fertilizer to gunpowder and explosives. They had decipher this the most out of all the text they were able to search for in the vaults they have been able to secure themselves in. It, with Biology, had became the foundations of bringing back horticulture and balance out the industrialization and the naturalism, though it only extends to growing mushrooms much better and larger though it has even better workings. They also allowed them to do things like rediscover gunpowder and the use of acids and explosives for both domestic and militaristic means. This also helps them in trying to survey the ground topsoil that they use the chemistry when it came to send out expeditions and trying to figure out if the ash is still in the land.<br/>Starting location (You can specify specific locations on the map or non specific ones, such as Tropical coastline, Desert, Rocky mountains): <br/>Underground in the Satizmi Waste, Northern Xel'nox, though the only thing you will see about the civilization is the smoke fumes that come out in a matter of holes.<br/><br/>[Magic] Wisdom of the Ash: The first instances in history for them is that magic has been developed by unknown means. The people that have been gifted with the magic have been able to harness the ash that is around Xel'nox and has called it the Wisdom of the Ash<br/><br/>[ Knowledge] Biology: Biology has been rediscovered as a means of increase agriculture and to help with the explorations topside.<br/>[Knowledge] Engineering: Large scale construction has been reintroduced and been used to its fully effects so that they can have more room to grow underground and have better planning for their buildings and such.<br/><br/> [Knowledge] Calculus: The first use and understanding of advance mathematics ever since Veer'gornash when they were just learning the concept and trying to implement it before the apocalypse but now the rediscover of it has brought them back into the idea of advancing their math skills for other projects and theories that they have in mind for the future of their civilization.<br/><br/>[Knowledge] Astronomy: Found by an now extinct Warhsaman cult, the uses of Astronomy and the Chronoshamans have been pivotal for the history of the Old Theocratium and now is the only thing that can help them learn about the outside and try to discover the lost history of the Dark Times.<br/><br/>Beyond Lvl 1 Technologies<br/><br/>[Knowledge] Physics: The studies of Lro'max and the uncovering of yet another thing that was going to be of use throughout the Old Theorcratium. The study of Physics could have ushered in new ways for the Theocratium to use it's power to harness the true power of the Storm Gods and to be able to fight more efficiently, and possibly even fly! The fabled studies of Lro'max have became the Stano'zanilxi's top priority and it will take them more then a few years but they shall complete it with the upmost importance.<br/>The Warshamans had started to improve their weaponry that had started to make them use upgraded bullets and gunsmithing styles that had jumped them up a good start from their original settings</div></div></div>"
7772,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=25,2014-12-10T08:53:00,New Strausberg,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Citadel <br/> Year of the Rails 35</span><br/><br/><br/>This was the day, after long toils finally the ambitious design was complete. The railroads where finally being constructed all across the lands and as such soon more food began to arrive from farther away places. This would be very beneficial for many ways as well as travel to new destinations in shorter amounts of time. The small forge towns where growing as well and would soon be connected along with the rest of the growing kingdom. The only thing that could make it better was an increased production of food. However all good things come in time as the march for progress continued as did the need for more explorations. The king sent more settlers, warriors and materials in every way he could, he had become greedy for land ripe for the taking.<br/><br/><br/>Meanwhile more south the caravans had finally found there destination the nation of Neo-Goffsill to the south. The warriors stood close to the caravans to protect them from would be thieves. They where sent there as not only traders but as ambassadors to see if they could be trusted or not. The caravans made there way towards the city confident in bringing glory to there northern kingdom. First contact may be a bit difficult but they would do there best to persevere."
7773,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=25,2014-12-10T15:23:00,Levis Avara,"<blockquote><div><cite>Ammar <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=22742881#p22742881"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Levis Avara <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=22742077#p22742077"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Kah'ri</span><br/>""Ah I see"" Wilson said.""Well has you know the Altarians have a deep interest in this land and seeing how our two nations have not had contact with each other I am tasked to formally open a trade route between our two nations has said earlier.Our friendship may not go deep but we assure the mutual profit that both our people will gain well only allow it grow and flourish.It is with the the intent of the Senate that this trade from the Arcean Isles to the desert lands of Arshad from our own naming terms comes to be and that new markets,resources,knowledge and wealth flow from our two great nations.To lower tariffs on such trade would indeed be most excellent but all we ask is that our merchants and entrepreneurs are allowed to safely and respectfully trade here.</div></blockquote><br/>This intrigued Fudo. ""I see."" he said. Considering the options, he looked out at his people, most of whom were living in more primitive conditions. ""I suppose this would be more ideal."" he answered. ""What we really need is better governing policies to be honest. I feel disappointed in myself for what I didn't accomplish, bringing my people to the prosperity I promised. It is agreed. Will your leader come to me, or should I go before yours?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Wilson smiled and said ""Wise decision"".""In fact I would be happy to take you myself back to Altaria the President would be honored to meet the leader of the Kha'ri.""The steamship is huge and has its own sleeping quarters for you complete with beds and the up most luxury your trip would be nothing but comfortable and with the power of the gods we should make speedy travel"". It well also help map the travel way for you has well.""Will you come""?"
7774,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=25,2014-12-10T16:49:00,Rencini,"“Ladies, gentlement; please sit.”<br/><br/>“Today is a day unlike any other day, we have seen the reconquest of our territory, and blessed to keep control over it.” A wave of applause filled the room.<br/><br/>“We have reclaimed the forts that used to be and built yet a greater one in our own lifetime.”<br/><br/>A voice came near the center of the group; “Hear, hear!”<br/><br/>“Yet, when we look at how we got there; we don't have much to say for ourselves. True, we breed horses, and true we have the advantage of population, discipline, and a legacy from our forefathers; however, just about every other civilized country have the same things.”<br/><br/>Another voice, this time from the center-left yelled out “Come on, get to the point! We need to be somewhere.”<br/><br/>Visibly annoyed, Nicolau continued. “My point is, we have no true advantage against the other societies; in fact, some might say we are even behind them.”<br/><br/>Several audience members objected to the idea, Nicolau continued.<br/><br/>“I understand that this might not be the best news to hear, or the best thing to think, but we must keep ourselves real. And the reality is, that it is about to change.” He made a short pause.<br/><br/>“You see, I have been at The Spire for quite a while now.”<br/><br/>Once again, another interruption “Yeah, too much time; this is what you are doing to us!” and some more insults.<br/><br/>“Why don't you leave if you are so keen on interrupting<span style=""font-weight: bold"">my</span>speech, I could care less for the likes of you.”<br/><br/>That had done it, and soon enough a pudgy man of brown hair, a green eye, a gray eye, and a face devoid of hair climbed the stage. This was no ordinary man. For one thing, he was present at Nicolau's presentation, and for the other, he was the owner of no less than 13 ships, and one of the largest whale/oil refineries at Brava Port among countless other dealings; he was an astute man for what he lacked in size and strength, he made up with brains and wealth, and to finish it all off, he married the heiress of a small barony, in the Duchy of Auvergne, who gave him the Barony of Rosendal in exchange for help out of a sticky situation, if you know what I mean, matey. This would not mean much, but Rosendal cheese is only of the finest in the Confederacy and lower-class men must marry upper class women under<span style=""font-weight: bold"">her</span>dynasty; simply put, Ludvig Rustung was a man of ambition and was preparing his oldest daughter, for it is said that he had murdered all of his male children (4 miscarriages, all of them boys, do tend to draw unwanted attention on those with a motivation like Ludvig), for marriage into the Verix dynasty. He is just a man not to be trifled with.<br/><br/>“DO you care to continue on your conversation?” said Ludvig with an air of authority.<br/><br/>It was a tense moment, in the mixture of dynasty's, fate, and economical position it was uncertain whenever Ludvig, or Nicolau had the right of way. Nicolau was descended from the best hero in recent history, but his brazenness had cost him dearly; as you now know, Ludvig is a man from a lowly background, but enormous power.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Talking""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">“I could die with you Ludvig, don't let air go all the way up to your head.” replied Nicolau, at long last.<br/>“You should not worry for my air, I am a gentleman after all. It is clean, fresh, and strong.”<br/>“It's not like you will ever use it.”<br/>“Why, I could use it right this instant. My children can testify to that fact!” exclaimed the astonished Ludvig.<br/>“It is your wife that testifies, for children will clearly support their father. In any case, it matters not who testifies on your behalf for your air will not be used upon me.”<br/>“I will use it with whoever I want and whoever I like, you being no exception.”<br/>“With is the magic word, Ludvig.”<br/>“I'm getting tired of this.”<br/>“Well, you should just let me continue; first admit the fact that my air moves over yours.”<br/>“Never! Sometimes it is best to save air for the things that matter most.”<br/>“I saved mine for you.”<br/>“Then you are not worth that much, sir Karkat; and by that I take my leave.” Ludvig walks off the stage and disappears in the audience.<br/>“So before I was interrupted...”</div></div></div><br/><hr/><br/><br/>Though clumsily, slowly, and antagonistically; Nicolau managed to convince a few, mostly Ludvig's enemies, to fund his geological studies as well as inspired many more. The field is just beginning, but we are sure that in time, the quality & quantity of our stone, metals, and gems will increase.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""score""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Agents:</span></span><br/><br/>Nicolau Karkat- The son of Heracles Karkat, who himself is the Verix matyr responsable for re-organizing the Cingeto into an organized state. He was too focused on nothing. Nicolau spent most of his life studying in The Spire, due to several scandals surrounding his earlier years which made him unavailable for the position of Verix, which his older brother Charles got the title instead. However, he is credited with the development of geology, so he wasn't a total waste of DNA.<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Forces:</span></span><br/><br/>Navy of Rouen- Since the dawn of the Cingeto, ships, boats, and canoes were the life-blood of our people; thousands of years into the future, and they still are. Naval tradition runs strong, and it is expected for young men to spent two years of their life either at a merchant or a war-ship, though merchant ships outnumber warships in a 7 to 3 ratio.<br/><br/>Reconquistadors- Explorers, adventurers, and charters; these are the men responsible for the rebuilding and protection of the Confederacy. They carry steel swords and flintlock pistols; the wealthiest third also carry horses and carbines, while slightly more than half have muskets.<br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Infrastructure:</span></span><br/><br/>Brava Port- Home to the Navy of Rouen, the Piscator's Guild, and the underbelly of the Confederacy. Everything and anything from oddities, strange stories, and shady dealings can be encountered at Brava Port. By no coincidence also the most populated area of the Confederacy as well as the center of commerce in Rouen. Arguably the most notable thing about Brava Port are the great shipyards whom are constantly at work.<br/><br/>The Spire- Located in the far-flung, and disputed city of Provence, The Spire is an old structure of grostique architecture, believed by many to house secrets unknown. While scholars roam the towering structure in search of lost, and in a few cases forbidden lore, teenagers use it as a source of amusement to their endless pranks and reckless exploration, and even yet the increasingly present head-hunters who war against the “lost” inhabitants of Provence. The University of Alchemist, though a shadow of it's former self, is headquartered here, although little alchemy has taken place ever since being re-founded.<br/><br/>Rouen Homesteads- Two miles away from the city limits can travelers see the vast countryside, farms, and ranches of Rouen. Barely and wheat are the chief crops (mainly used to feed the pigs &amp; cattle), while honey is valued as is milk and cheese. In fact, a light mead, some delicious cheese, garlic bread, a fruit or two, and pork sausage is a typical breakfast for farmers.<br/><br/>Vic Fort- Situated in the middle of a strategic mountain pass on the March of Sid, it serves as the capital of the March, and the base for the Reconquistadors; also notable is that is is the only land hospitable and useful for year-round horse breeding. Though only the biggest in a ring of smaller forts around the Aragonix border, it is by far the only self-sufficient fort with a relatively large, functioning economy, stone walls, and the opportunity to exploit natural resources; specifically iron, silver, and limestone. Needless to say saltpeter is also produced, although when asked how, most workers just say “Piss-off” and laugh. In short, this is the industrial center of the Confederacy.<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Culture:</span></span><br/><br/>Anthropology- Classified as an art as opposed to a science due to it's effect on society, the Cingeto are well-versed in what it means to be human ever since the first survivor encountered the “lost” denizens of Provence and asked the eternal question “What is it, that thing that separetes us from these animal?” Of course, the statement was made only half-jokingly as it had far-reaching impacts on the way the Cingeto thought about themselves and the rest of the world. They understand that it is culture that drives our view of the world and though reluctant to admit it, they know that the primitive “savages” from Province are still nonetheless cultured creatures and they should be no less respected or disrespected because the fact is that they are there and thus, their culture has allowed them to survive their unique situation... It often gets in the way of politics, but it makes up in allowing the Cingeto to become excellent diplomats by understanding how everything works in their own culture and a willingness to study other cultures.<br/><br/>Aragonix Values- Also due in part to anthropology, the Cingeto realize that culture is not only a way of life, but also a tool that can be shaped, manipulated, and used for advancement. Women are encouraged to stay at home and foster large families, while spinsters are frowned upon. Homosexuality is tolerated in women, while receiving men are encouraged to join the Reconquistadors and not procreate, while the dominant partners continue life as normal. Slaves from un-organized (and some cases organized as well) peoples are purely female who serve as concubines, their children (as long as they exhibit heterochromia) are treated as equal to the lawful/dominant wife, who often delegate the hardest tasks of the household should there be any other women. This is not to say that they are misogynistic, as a woman can easily divorce and keep most of the property/liquid assess and crimes against women are twice as punishable as crimes against men (when the ones doing the crime are men), but society is definitely geared towards the re-population of Northeastern Tredera by the Cingetos.<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Knowledge:</span></span><br/><br/>Biology- A side effect of anthropology is the increased interest in the human body; specifically it's limits, abilities, and functionality. Though not as knowledgeable about microscopic critters and the like (such as plants and other non-animals), they are more enlightened on medical aspects of the humans, making their medicine and surgical practices slightly better than those of other civilizations.<br/><br/>Steam Power- More than one explorer has met their fate at the hands of the enemy, but the secrets of steam power have been sucessfully stolen and replicated. Though none dispute it's prowess in making the Aragonix Confederacy a leading marine power, there is much trouble over it's use in factories and thus, harming the lifestyles of craftsmen and other skilled workers; however, it's use in the production of gunpowder and cannons is never questioned, so a compromise is likely.<br/><br/>Chemistry- After much trouble, the University of Alchemists have finally decoded their first black book. Writen long ago in a language unknown, yet clear in concepts known to the Alchemists, the book detailed how the world works around us and that every single thing is made up of tiny little bits called “atoms”. These atoms form in specific clusters that come to be known as “elements”, and these “elements” form together to become different solutions, mixtures, and properties. Clearly, this has inspired the next generation to look after the secrets of chemistry.<br/><br/>Geology- A blooming field, the Cingeto are just beginning to uncover the secrets of geology.</div></div></div>"
7775,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=25,2014-12-10T17:04:00,Levis Avara,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Arcea refounded</span><br/>Why everything had to move so slow nobody knew.But Arcea the Eternal city has been re founded"
7776,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=25,2014-12-10T18:19:00,United Soviet Jason Republic,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Akksum</span><br/><br/>After fives years the city was growing. Nomads from the outer desert were settling into the city. Many of them became farmers, growing food on the banks of the great river that flew through it. Goods could be transported along the river. The new food would help to grow the city that years before was crumbing down. For now the city would slowly grow, taking on new citizens from the desert. King Polonius's son, Harq Al-Ada was now at the age of fourteen. For most of his life he had spent his days in the Dar Al-Hikman, the school that filled him with culture and the ways of the settled people. Now that he completed his schooling it was time for him to enter the world of politics. Polonius gave Harq the position of magistrate of Akksum.<br/><br/>Upon his entry into Akksum the city was a slum. Stone buildings sat empty, sand entering them. The temple was in ruin. Roads were non existent in the inner city. Har Al-Ada would begin to improve the city. He began sponsoring the passage of poor settlers to the new lands of the river. Here they would grow food, pay taxes and make the land useful.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""The Empire""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">[Agents]King Polonius the first: The King is the first to restore the Empire together after the great chaos that tore it apart. A nomad from the innder desert the king was born in tough conditions in the harsh desert. Raised to fight, the king spent most of his life in continual wars between the nomads and settled peoples, fighting for the little resources that were left. After a long and bloody campaign Polonius united the nomadic tribes and restored the Empire by marching back into the city of Leto. <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Leto</span><br/><br/>King Polonius dealt with the poor by sending them across the desert to settle new lands. He could not be bothered for such petty acts that the settlers engaged in. He was one to conquer. As he sailed the desert and ordered ships out into the waves the Empire's horizons would grow. In the inner desert word of a new strange good was found. It was orange and grew near the oasis. This good claimed to have the consumer to ""the gates of god"" according to accounts. It was ordered that some of this rare pleasure would be brought to the city. <br/><br/>[Agents] Prince Harq Al-Ada: Taught at the school of Dar Al-Hikman and versed in the ways of culture, Prince Harq is interested in engineering. His first city to rule will be his toy for politics and construction. He is focused on culture and a sound political base. <br/><br/>[Forces] The King maintains a large force of nomadic warriors called The Firmi. These troops were raised in the desert and are most skilled at mounted combat. Levies from the city were later on integrated into the force in order to maintain order in cities in the small country. These levies are armed mostly with spears and swords, but more elite units have muskets.<br/><br/>[Forces] Another left over from the collapse of the old empire is the idea of a navy. Upon reuniting the Empire the Raiders were created to protect off shore fishing and shipping. Ships that were left over from the old empire often resorted to raiding as a source of resources. The idea of the navy remains and is built upon piracy. <br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The City of Leto still stands. Despite it being nearly abandoned after the old empire collapsed the large, deep ports inside of the city were returned to and inhabited again. The city has very little notable about it and stands at the mouth of the Lea river, the lifeblood of the Settled and Nomadic people.<br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The city of Akksum has been taken into the realm. The city is home to a new palace, temple and ports. Under the rule of Harq Al-Ada the city's population grew. Walls would be constructed around the city, a market place built and trade between the desert would grow. <br/><br/>[Culture] The Hymes of Dar Al-Hikman, a renound art school before the collapse of the old empire have now been turned into a holy book. The school was re founded after the return of inhabitants to the city of Leto. The book comprises of hymns from the settled and nomadic people and preach respect for the desert and water. Often times the desert and ocean are referred to as being liquids, as they both seem to flow and have waves. The classic book provides the moral and civil codes of the people in the Empire. <br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">-Level One-</span><br/>[Knowledge] Navigation: In the dark times the people living on the coast depended on the livelihood that for generations saved their lives: fishing. This simple act required the ability to construct well made ships and use the wind. The tides and waters of the area near the Empire is well known. Sailors are taken in high regard as they helped provide food to the inland when civilization collapsed. As over fishing became an issue the sailors headed deeper into the ocean to catch more fish. In the darkest of times the fishing trade all bust collapsed. The fish population returned and the knowledge of the ocean was kept alive. Navigation also plays a roll in traveling through the sand seas of the desert.</div></div></div>"
7777,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=25,2014-12-10T20:47:00,The Almighty Bob,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Free Gygaxi Republic</span></span><br/>The Republic was established by The Ancient after the Cataclysm destroyed all civilization before then. They live in New Gygax, just outside the Remnants, which are the ruins of Old Gygax. The Ancient commissioned a scientific team to experiment in the Remnants and find old secrets from before time itself. [+1 Agent: The Scientist]<br/>The Scientist worked long and hard on various samples of different chemical compounds and discovered that some of them caused an increase in plant growth, while others burst into flame rapidly. [+1 Knowledge: Chemistry]<br/>An exploratory team also found many ancient texts on the subject of an ancient mathematical practice called ""calculus."" [+1 Knowledge: Calculus]<br/>Some time later, there was a huge rebuilding drive to help improve the lives of the citizens. [+1 Infrastructure: New Homes]<br/>A new figure emerged on the scene in Gygax today. He calls himself The Revolutionary. His motives are unclear, but he cuts a dashing figure. [+1 Agent: The Revolutionary]<br/>The Revolutionary has released a new book today. It's a very good book. Lots of...pages. And...ideas. Still not really sure what The Revolutionary's motives are, but we do know one thing: he is a very good writer. [+1 Culture: A Quite Good Book]<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Items""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">[Agents]</span></span> (3)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Ancient:</span> The leader of this small group of Gygaxi. He takes his inspiration from the mythical figure The Elder. He is extremely charismatic and holds the group together.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Scientist:</span> A madman who is intent on discovering the secrets of the Remnants and advancing knowledge. Also wears lots of funny hats for some reason.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Revolutionary:</span> A mysterious figure who wears many suits and speaks in riddles half of the time. Nobody's really sure why he's here or what he wants, but he looks pretty sharp.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">[Forces]</span></span> (1)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Militia:</span> Almost everybody here knows how to use a weapon. They haven't got any formal training, but they can certainly hold their own in a fight.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">[Infrastructure] </span></span> (2)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Old Gygax:</span> The ancient city of Gygax, filled with strange wonders and beautiful buildings. Many of the less practical constructions are nothing but piles of rubble now, but from this rubble and the buildings still standing, the Gygaxi make their home.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">New Homes:</span> The Gygaxi were running rather short on living space, so they constructed some more. Plenty of room now.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">[Culture] </span></span> (3)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Remnants:</span> What remains of Old Gygax and the mysterious Gygax is where the Gygaxi draw most of their inspiration and cultural identity from. Ancient statues of long-forgotten idols stand ruined by the passage of time and something greater. Something unknown and dangerous. Something unspeakable.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Strange Cult:</span> Some of the less practical among the Gygaxi worship evil and unforgiving gods, claiming that these must have caused the Cataclysm. Most dismiss these claims out of hand, but many believe that these cultists are on to something...<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">A Quite Good Book:</span> Lots of...y'know...pages. And...ideas. Thoughts, yeah? Alright, I'll be honest, I haven't actually read the thing, but I'm assured it's quite good.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">[Knowledge] </span></span> (3)<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">*Level 1*</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Engineering:</span> The Gygaxi learned much of architecture from studying the work of their ancestors. They pride themselves on their aesthetic abilities and solid workmanship. Knocking down Gygaxi buildings is not easy. Also, they can construct basic clockwork such as a...clock. But not a very good clock.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Chemistry:</span> Making things explode since 5 A.C.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Calculus:</span> Making 11th graders' heads explode since 3 A.C.</div></div></div>"
7778,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=50,2014-12-11T05:40:00,Ralnis,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Zon'frex<br/>Zel'nash 40</span><br/><br/>The search of Lor'max's notes have finally came to an end as they have finally been able to secure all of the notes within the Vaults that had allowed them to do amazing things with their discoveries. For starters, while they have been able to know the basic foundations of some technologies that feel that they had to keep working at trying to find the text and the workings of the vault. However, the most important thing was that airships were being developed. For three years they have been developing an airship that will be able to get them to travel outside and go to the lands of the Old Theocratium and to see if the rest of Xel'nox is as bleak, full of ash, and as bad as the Wastes. On the day before it was constructed, the leader of their people and the Sax'fro caste died and his son was named as heir, his name was Xi'shik and he continued his fathers work by going to bring his people topside and try to advance on making their civilization reclaim the lands of the Old Theocratium and try to rebuild from the ashes of old and try to make a new age for them.<br/><br/>In honor of the day of the airship being built, they called it the Mantle and started their rise. The airship itself was topside because they did not have the means of building it inside. The Mantle looked like a zeppelin in its height with markings of their banner and they had made the inside of the piloting station have a makings of the ships of old, minus a few things and more gears and people who are not afraid of flight for the people of Xel'nox have never even done flight outside of a few madmen in the past but it was nothing as big as this, just trying to strap a throne on a set of balloons, only to crash into the sea or in a random hill and haven't tried anything this big until now, but they haven't even step out of Zon'frex for near 40 years.<br/><br/>With the first zeppelin in the remnants history, they have started to go explore the lands out of the Wastes and in the lands of the Old Theocratium and came with both great and grave news. The central lands of the Old Theocratium had been kept in ruins, almost pristine( only in some places, but most of the land is covered in ash and have been seen that their agriculture powerbase is destroyed and mostly unresponsive to any attempts to bring back their agriculture from the ash) as while they were untouched by dramatic destruction like in Tredera, they did suffer from the nuclear winter and they saw that their buildings have mostly been decraded but still can be rebuild and brought back, but because the land is what it is, then doing so will not be possible, but they are sights that are in some ways habitable and can work to start reclaiming their home but would have to live underground and rely on the capital for it's goods or other major cities that it builds. The city of Zon'frex at this time was at 37,000 and they finally have made their first steps into reaching out and making their way for the future of their kind and to reclaim the Old Theocratium.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">[Infrastructure] Zon'friex: Once a collection of underground vaults that had held all of the collective knowledge that Xel'nox had either stolen or discovered on their own, but they had mostly stolen it, and had found themselves once they had came out of their vaults and had became a bustling city with a labyrinth made of roads and corridors that connect to districts that lend a hand to one another and find the city that they have become and build for the betterment of themselves. Zon'friex is called the Glowing City or the City of Ash as they had settled under the ash that had toppled them and the most powerful nations. It is also called the Glowing City because it has a large network of crystals that glow a rainbow of colors and also the large industrialization that had never been seen since the year of Veer'gornash, which was the last era before the Dark Times. The city's workings are of common place and it now houses 32,000 embers that still flicker among the darkness. The City is nearly hidden from the naked eye but the only thing that can be sought is the various holes that lift up smoke and vapor that are symbols of advancement and a new age for them.<br/><br/>[Agent] Weyky'tri: Inventor, Shaman, and current leader of the Sax'fro. The Sax'fro at one time were one of the most intensive spy agencies in the world before the Dark Times, they were formed for the use of exploration and gathering of knowledge when the Theocratium of Xel'nox made their one and only colony, Xergiok, on Tredera and the Sax'fro caste was prevalent in obtaining most of the technology and knowledge of Tredera that rivaled other powers of spies in the world. When the Dark Times came, they retreated with the rest and had gained power as the leaders of the remnants and became intertwined with the new beliefs and culture of the Stao'nonxizil. Weky'tri is skilled in deciphering the ancient text that the Sax'fro used that became the new language of their people and ushered in the inventions that they had discovered long ago at the end of Veer'gornash. The Sax'fro caste still hold an a power over their people as spies, assassins, and now leaders of their civilization, but they are still but a shadow of the legend they used to be, but the new age can bring better legends and a new power for them. <br/><br/>[Forces] Zel'nov Warshamans: A mixture of the two sects of the Warshaman caste that once fought for the Amarites in the past. In the past, the most elite of their cast became the Quo'nox, the ones trained in fighting by the Amarites and led their brothers and sisters to war in what was called Wild Thunder's March, which was led by the Quo'nox Warshaman Myxsti'thyx, which is known to the Old Languages as Wild Thunder and he was a master tactician and the one who wrote the Huen, or the Warshaman's own version of unconventional warfare that allowed them to be famous auxiliaries that won them several victories, both offensive and defensive. When all Warshamans were called underground, then they had joined each other as a hybrid lead as they were the first ones to try and scavenge, reclaim, and explore Xel'nox and they had became more in line to stealth and skirmishing then their old styles of combat. They also are trained in guns and weapons of different types, but they prefer weapons for accuracy and stealth that allows them to take out their forces with precision then brute force like of Old Times.<br/><br/>[Culture] The Storm Rides Again/The Statues of Az'martinx: The natives of Xel'nox resistant outside influence even when they were offered to learn. Their culture is known to be the most alien of them all and they love it and their beliefs are no different. Their storm gods of their Parthenon were at once 3200 alone and statues littered their entire civilization. Now their belief is more reformed and still eldritch as their gods and even revered ancestors are transformed into what one will call to be horrible and repulsive, but it is unique and show the part of their belief that like a storm, they will always rise and ride again.<br/><br/>[Knowledge] Steam Power: In Veer'gornash, steam power and the Industrial Revolution was starting for them but then the Dark Times came. Now it was a revival to what they never had completely grasp until the end of the world. The power of the Steam had allowed for them to fully see the sight of industrialization and the use of steam that allowed them to do lots of things, one of the many things was to use if for mining, building, and refining as well as learning about the use of the first taste of machinery that started to bring in factories to their sections of the city and the smoke and vapor started to rise out of the very ground itself.<br/><br/>[Knowledge] Chemistry: The thing that all natives of Xel'nox do know, from the fertilizer to gunpowder and explosives. They had decipher this the most out of all the text they were able to search for in the vaults they have been able to secure themselves in. It, with Biology, had became the foundations of bringing back horticulture and balance out the industrialization and the naturalism, though it only extends to growing mushrooms much better and larger though it has even better workings. They also allowed them to do things like rediscover gunpowder and the use of acids and explosives for both domestic and militaristic means. This also helps them in trying to survey the ground topsoil that they use the chemistry when it came to send out expeditions and trying to figure out if the ash is still in the land.<br/>Starting location (You can specify specific locations on the map or non specific ones, such as Tropical coastline, Desert, Rocky mountains): <br/>Underground in the Satizmi Waste, Northern Xel'nox, though the only thing you will see about the civilization is the smoke fumes that come out in a matter of holes.<br/><br/>[Magic] Wisdom of the Ash: The first instances in history for them is that magic has been developed by unknown means. The people that have been gifted with the magic have been able to harness the ash that is around Xel'nox and has called it the Wisdom of the Ash<br/><br/>[ Knowledge] Biology: Biology has been rediscovered as a means of increase agriculture and to help with the explorations topside.<br/><br/>[Knowledge] Engineering: Large scale construction has been reintroduced and been used to its fully effects so that they can have more room to grow underground and have better planning for their buildings and such.<br/><br/> [Knowledge] Calculus: The first use and understanding of advance mathematics ever since Veer'gornash when they were just learning the concept and trying to implement it before the apocalypse but now the rediscover of it has brought them back into the idea of advancing their math skills for other projects and theories that they have in mind for the future of their civilization.<br/><br/>[Knowledge] Astronomy: Found by an now extinct Warhsaman cult, the uses of Astronomy and the Chronoshamans have been pivotal for the history of the Old Theocratium and now is the only thing that can help them learn about the outside and try to discover the lost history of the Dark Times.<br/><br/>Beyond Lvl 1 Technologies<br/><br/>[Knowledge] Physics: The studies of Lro'max and the uncovering of yet another thing that was going to be of use throughout the Old Theorcratium. The study of Physics could have ushered in new ways for the Theocratium to use it's power to harness the true power of the Storm Gods and to be able to fight more efficiently, and possibly even fly! The fabled studies of Lro'max have became the Stano'zanilxi's top priority and it will take them more then a few years but they shall complete it with the upmost importance.<br/>The Warshamans had started to improve their weaponry that had started to make them use upgraded bullets and gunsmithing styles that had jumped them up a good start from their original settings. Airships have been developed and are being used in early stages of explorations have also given the insights that they may be able to reclaim the Old Theocratium. This also yield the foundations of beginning of other technologies that are locked away in the vaults but time is of the essence if they are to truly prosper in their new, harsher landscape.</div></div></div>"
7779,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=50,2014-12-11T07:34:00,New Strausberg,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Citadel <br/> The Great Reclaiming 40 </span><br/><br/>In the west scouts had reported many ruins of cities that where still habitable. The King waisted little time in ordering a complete reclaiming of the entire region for his own growing empire. With an area much closer to the sea now fishing began to become a major industry in these new port towns. The King even ordered the restoration of one of the major port cities left behind. The city was was then named Skisshaw form the first settlers who arrived there. In the years to come it would be connected to the mighty mountains to its east. For now it would stockpile fish to be sent back to support the growth of the empire with ever more mouths to feed. One important thing however was a law passed by the king forbidding overfishing. If it was to go unchecked all the fish would be caught in the area and sent off exhausting the food supply. Therefore by the decree the fish should not run out so long as everyone follows the law.<br/><br/>In the south west the caravaners have finally learned the language and culture of our neighbors and heard of another kindgom to our direct south and even more amoung that. The world was a, very bit place indeed. Production would continue as usual this changed nothing if anything it would help it. More weapons where being made as well as the continued expansion of the railroads I'm due time all would be connected. More traders and caravans where went south to a land known as The Free Gygaxi Republic, and some even further south. The king had has his first taste of knowledge from the new world he could explore and wanted ever more.<br/><br/><br/>The deep guards where even being assembled for there tasks, with ever expanding empire more troops needed to guard the builders as they rebuilt the cities and connected them with railroads. Productions continues ever more in there mountain homes. Expansion must continue or they will fail there god, a thing no self respecting man of Iron will ever allow. The King himself moves south to Gygaxi to see for himself a new kingdom.<br/><br/><br/>Edit:<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Infrastructure: The Citadel, a massive burdging industrial town-built into the side of the mountain and then deep into it, this city is the heart of The Iron Depotism and its main seat of power. Safe from harm the people work at bettering the Depostism through work and labour <br/><br/>Agent: Hans Jäger, a man of science he works day and night to come up with ways to keep the mighty production that keeps the Depostism alive running, a brilliant inventor and grandson of the man who helped build the Citadel he is one of the most highly regarded indivuals in the Depostism. <br/><br/>Forces: Deep Guard: from the bowls of the mighty citadel spawn the Deep Guard, Soldiers hell bent on protecting there great city and will stop at nothing short of death to protect it. There will is unwavering and each would gladly die for there cause. They are given the best equipment that can be made and put thought a training regiment from birth. It is drilled into them how to kill and they will never hesitate to do so.<br/><br/>Culture: From decades of living the many people's have developed a caste system, The King and warriors the highest caste, the workers the second highest, the slaves the lowest. This caste system keeps people in check, it is also used to keep production going for those who prove themselves skilled workers are often picked to join the warrior caste and a better life. There is only one patron god, Crawn, the god of industry and production.<br/><br/>Knowledge: Advanced metallurgy, when working with so many metals it is often good to understand them, and therefor best implement them. The people's of the Iron Depostim have learned much over the many years of how to produce and use the metals most effectively <br/><br/>Infrastructure: The Great Forges: inside of the citidel lay many mass if forges from which many devices of war are made, each of these built deep into the mountain where the resorces needed for them are plentiful. There are the pride and joy of any working caste member as well as the best arms and armor.<br/><br/>Knowledge: Steam engines: from studying the old machines littered around. The industrial nation has began to create steam powered machine to increase productivity and move around supplies faster. <br/><br/>Knowledge: construction: in an effort to produce bigger and better forges and equipment for the expanding empire the need for bigger structures<br/><br/>Knowledge beyond lv 1<br/>Knowledge: Railroad: in the ever growing need for expansion the steam machines used to move our goods around quicker have been put on wheels and used to now move along the many supplies and such needed for people. Construction continues to ever improve upon this design and make them quicker.<br/><br/>Infrastructure: Skisshaw a new addition to the growing Kingdom the city of Skisshaw is the biggest port city on the Iron Depostim hauling in a total of about 500 pounds of fish a day. As it has quickly become one of the most important regions in the Depostim a massive wall has been erected around it to keep out invaders. It also heavily utilizes the steam engines and ships to produce as much fish as possible without exhausting there food supply.</div></div></div>"
7780,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=50,2014-12-11T09:31:00,Ammar,"<blockquote><div><cite>Levis Avara <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=22751428#p22751428"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Ammar <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=22742881#p22742881"">wrote</a>:</cite>This intrigued Fudo. ""I see."" he said. Considering the options, he looked out at his people, most of whom were living in more primitive conditions. ""I suppose this would be more ideal."" he answered. ""What we really need is better governing policies to be honest. I feel disappointed in myself for what I didn't accomplish, bringing my people to the prosperity I promised. It is agreed. Will your leader come to me, or should I go before yours?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Wilson smiled and said ""Wise decision"".""In fact I would be happy to take you myself back to Altaria the President would be honored to meet the leader of the Kha'ri.""The steamship is huge and has its own sleeping quarters for you complete with beds and the up most luxury your trip would be nothing but comfortable and with the power of the gods we should make speedy travel"". It well also help map the travel way for you has well.""Will you come""?</div></blockquote><br/>""Yes. It's good to get out of the dunes every now and again."" Fudo answered. Out at sea, it was a new kind of feeling for the master. Sure, the night could rarely be cold, but this new feeling made him nearly freeze. It even felt so damp that he worried that his limbs would fall off first. The sea was a majesty to behold, but quite frankly, he would have preferred to be on the ground. It was less sickening that way. For the trip, in order to distract himself from the feeling, he primarily spent a good deal of the time meditating."
7781,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=50,2014-12-11T15:14:00,The Almighty Bob,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Strausberg <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=22758606#p22758606"">wrote</a>:</cite>The deep guards where even being assembled for there tasks, with ever expanding empire more troops needed to guard the builders as they rebuilt the cities and connected them with railroads. Productions continues ever more in there mountain homes. Expansion must continue or they will fail there god, a thing no self respecting man of Iron will ever allow. The King himself moves south to Gygaxi to see for himself a new kingdom.<br/></div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">The Free Gygaxi Republic</span></span></span><br/>41 A.C.<br/>The Ancient was informed by his spies and lookouts that a contact from outside New Gygax had been made. This was an unprecedented event in the history of the Republic. The Ancient immediately called for his finest treasures to be assembled and for a celebration to begin in the city. However, there was a group of malcontents who were wary of outside influences. They demonstrated in the square and even gained a few seats in the Grand Senate. Eventually, they militarized themselves quietly and began preparing for an all-out invasion. [+1 Forces: The Gygaxi Purity Party] In other news, the Grand Senate set up new laws regarding the term limits of the Senate and the Ancient.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Items""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">[Agents]</span></span> (3)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Ancient:</span> The leader of this small group of Gygaxi. He takes his inspiration from the mythical figure The Elder. He is extremely charismatic and holds the group together. (Reign for 10 years)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Scientist:</span> A madman who is intent on discovering the secrets of the Remnants and advancing knowledge. Also wears lots of funny hats for some reason.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Revolutionary:</span> A mysterious figure who wears many suits and speaks in riddles half of the time. Nobody's really sure why he's here or what he wants, but he looks pretty sharp.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">[Forces]</span></span> (2)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Militia:</span> Almost everybody here knows how to use a weapon. They haven't got any formal training, but they can certainly hold their own in a fight.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Gygaxi Purity Party:</span> A lunatic fringe of xenophobes and racists who wish to prevent all outside influences upon Gygaxi way of life. They are small in number, but highly dangerous.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">[Infrastructure] </span></span> (2)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Old Gygax:</span> The ancient city of Gygax, filled with strange wonders and beautiful buildings. Many of the less practical constructions are nothing but piles of rubble now, but from this rubble and the buildings still standing, the Gygaxi make their home.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">New Homes:</span> The Gygaxi were running rather short on living space, so they constructed some more. Plenty of room now.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">[Culture] </span></span> (3)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Remnants:</span> What remains of Old Gygax and the mysterious Gygax is where the Gygaxi draw most of their inspiration and cultural identity from. Ancient statues of long-forgotten idols stand ruined by the passage of time and something greater. Something unknown and dangerous. Something unspeakable.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Strange Cult:</span> Some of the less practical among the Gygaxi worship evil and unforgiving gods, claiming that these must have caused the Cataclysm. Most dismiss these claims out of hand, but many believe that these cultists are on to something...<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">A Quite Good Book:</span> Lots of...y'know...pages. And...ideas. Thoughts, yeah? Alright, I'll be honest, I haven't actually read the thing, but I'm assured it's quite good.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">[Knowledge] </span></span> (3)<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">*Level 1*</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Engineering:</span> The Gygaxi learned much of architecture from studying the work of their ancestors. They pride themselves on their aesthetic abilities and solid workmanship. Knocking down Gygaxi buildings is not easy. Also, they can construct basic clockwork such as a...clock. But not a very good clock.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Chemistry:</span> Making things explode since 5 A.C.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Calculus:</span> Making 11th graders' heads explode since 3 A.C.</div></div></div>"
7782,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=50,2014-12-11T16:05:00,Greater Franco-Iberia,"<div align=""center""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""> Nova Retimoni </span></span></div><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""> The Common Era, 1123 (C.E 1123) - Post-Common Era, 001 (P.C.E 001)</span></div><br/><br/>The city cheered as the ragged and bloodied Red Legion parades through the Iron Gates. Most of the<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://th00.deviantart.net/fs22/PRE/i/2008/012/c/8/Guard_2_by_MarkusTheBarbarian.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">soldiers</a>were injured, and the carts and carriages carrying the dead caused the citizens they passed a brief moment of sadness, yet overall everyone was happy. The cheering only intensified when the bullet riddled<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://sadefensejournal.com/wp/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/greek6.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">armored carriages</a>rolled past, the horses pulling them panting with the effort. Many believed that without the armored carriages, the war for the kingdom of Azarth would not have gone nearly so well, and they were right. The armored carriages had broken through enemy defenses swiftly, and with Gatling guns to aid them the force was by far the most powerful in the region. The Council declared such a massive even, combined with the recent advancements in the military technologies, as signs of a new Era for the Confederacy. Meanwhile in the depths of the Argonian Complex research began on enhancing the current airwheel design that harnessed the heat of the earth to spin massive canvas turbines. It was thought that to enhance the turbines efficiency they would need a type of matter light enough to rise very quickly, maybe even quicker than normal hot air, but that also was denser to allow for more kinetic energy generated by the airwheels. There were a verity of theories on what this substance needed to be, from helium harvested from the ancient wreckage of nearby airships to the odd choice of steam. On the other side of the empire, the distant kingdom of Azarth, scouts and scavengers dismantled the many untouched ruins scattered throughout the lands.<br/>Elsewhere the Confederacy sent out a handful of sailing ships to chart the waves, discover potential colonization spots and, ost importantly, new nations to conquer.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Items""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">[Infrastructure (x2)] The Argonian Complex:<br/>A massive collection of factories and slums. The main production center of the empire, it is powered by the nearby waterfall, known as The Argon. As the complex spread however, large windmill like structures have risen from factories too far away from the falls to collect its energy. It has a relativity large population and is known for it's adaptability, constantly morphing to fit new conditions and advancements. Some parts of the parts of the complex that are above geothermic vents have learned to build large canvas ""airwheels"" near the opening, allowing the hot air to turn the wheel far more efficiently than a normal windmill ever could. The area mostly produces high quality steel and iron as well as glass, flour, and extremely soft leather.<br/> <br/>Nova Retimoni:<br/>Retimoni is an ancient city of the Confederacy, long since destroyed and worn down by endless invasions and battles. The capital of the realm is named after this once great city. It sits atop the mountain famous for the Argon Falls, and is heavily defended by tall stone walls, and the massive mortars that can be found on every city block. The city is not large, but it does not need to be as it is mostly made up of the aristocrats and chiefs of Confederate society. It has a rudimentary plumbing system and is known for it's cultural output.<br/><br/>[Forces] The Red Legion: <br/>A large force that specializes in artillery warfare. It contains large amounts of the most advanced weaponry accessible to the Confederacy, it's gunpowder units are admired for their bravery, blood lust and efficiency, whilst it is lacking in cavalry and melee infantry. It is a 200 year old army, and takes pride in its traditions and history. It is currently stationed at Nova Retimoni.<br/><br/>[Agent] Logik Bachtrade:<br/>Logik is an amazing and odd scientist, inventer of the ""airwheel"" and the man who sparked the Confederacies Technological Revolution. <br/><br/>[Culture] The Gods Park: All of the most important ancient memorials and statues of the Gods of the various tribes in the Confederacy have been sitting in this one park in the ruins of Retimoni for hundreds of years. Around the beautiful yet eerie overgrown ruins of the once mighty city lie the idols, all slightly overgrown but still extremely beautiful and unique. Most are bronze, stone or gold, however a few are made of strange materials that are as of yet unknown to the Confederacy. Thousands make insanely long pilgrimages here, and you can always expect a few people quietly praying to their gods.<br/><br/>[Knowledge] Extremely Advanced Gunpowder Weaponry (Chemistry): Since the dark days of the apocalypse, the Confederation has stood out due to its weapons. Here you can find such wonders as bolt-loaded rifles, Gatling guns (Hand cranked.) , and the massive and awe inspiring artillery that can be found almost anywhere in the empire. The Confederation has some of the fastest reloading and longest ranged gunpowder weaponry in the world, and they are proud of it.</div></div></div><br/><br/>OOC: I am new to this RP (As you can no doubt tell.) and would appreciate input about the mistakes I make in my posts so I can fix them. Thank you!"
7783,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=50,2014-12-11T16:43:00,Seno Zhou Varada,"AC 45... ish<br/><br/>Finally after around 15 years physics! Somehow making school children's head explode figuratively. I mean it's so simple you just...<br/><br/>Ok back on track the new discoveries. New weapons have been invented such as the shotgun and mages shotgun. The first blasts shrapnel and the second blasts fire using energy from the user. But also a very prototype weapon called a gattling gun. First the users would dig the gun in to stabilize it then load the 500 rounds of ammo. It took multiple people to use but was magnificent. It would blast those 500 rounds away tearing away that could pierce through nearly everything. Many other new weapons have been invented but this is the main thing.<br/><br/>Now onto balloons. They have gotten much bigger and could carry these gattling guns at around 50 feet. They could carry around 50 passengers and could remain in air much longer. These new ones were being used to scout and keep Siochanna away from other for the reclamation force to come and also Zykra. These new airships could also be sent off larger ships inventing the air carrier... a very early one.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Knowledge: Steam Power: The Spirit, the mighty floating city on the coasts off New Zyras is kept afloat on this power. Due to the water needing boiling to be drank steam is so commonly made and used it powers the city keeping it afloat and the steam afterwards is converted back to freshwater. And some smaller steam boats head to the mainland every once and a while to collect old relics and scavenge the remains of the people who rebelled who couldn't support themselves from the apocalyptic weather.<br/>Knowledge: Engineering: The Zyrasians beat their partners, the Amerali, in one way. Industrial power and techniques. They knew how to build, what to build, and the way to do it efficiently. Grear wonders in New Zyras, Zykra, and Spirit show it off to every person just by looking.<br/>Knowledge: Biology: Life on the sea is tough. With the devastating loss of life they had to know what they could eat and not get seriously harmed in anyway. They using previous knowledge began to learn all the: Deep sea fish, close to surface fish, and shore fish. Also learning many new fishing methods as well as whaling.<br/>Culture: Viva la Revolution: The Zyrasians are an independent, free, people who don't tolerate conquerers, slavers, racists, and bigots. These defiant people don't take crap from nobody anytime at all.<br/>Infrastructure: New Zyras: The great reclaimed city of New Zyras. Home to thousands of years of history and many revolutions. While damaged it's being repaired and finally the Zyrasians will take to the land.<br/>Infrastructure: Spirit: The floating city that kept these people alive. Armed by cannons and fireworks using heavy bombardment on enemies to keep them away and using steam power it slowly moves along. Advanced fishing machines and whaling guns also are on the city for food and fuel harvesting. It houses 20,000 people and has small farms to keep vitamin C and others up and some livestock but not much.<br/>Agent: Keya Vos Siochanna: The namesake of Keya the commander of the forces of the lost city of Siochanna. She is head scavenger of the reclaimers of New Zyras, a group dedicated to fixing New Zyras, scavenging relics, and clearing the city of looters. She operates in the Name of the Grand Council and is very experienced with outsiders, the few that remain. <br/>Forces: The Reclaimers of New Zyras: 3 sects, The Royal scavengers, The Vanguard, and The Navy. While the Zyrasians absolutely hate fighting they will do it if necessary. These 1st of course scavenges and cleans up New Zyras for settlers to come. The 2nd go out into the deadlands, ruined farms, and ruined factories to clear them out for the scavengers but usually patrol Spirit. The last explores the seas and makes sure no people come near Spirit. Now there is a small airforce of ballons with people in the baskets but that's for dangerous areas.<br/>Magic: Glyph magic: This magic while mysterious holds great power in major moments but can be controlled in minir ways like lighting a flame in your hand or other small ways. All Zyrasians have at least a little bit of it because of operation ""Zyrasian""...<br/>Knowledge: Chemistry: The Zyrasians using knowledge of what makes up life and nonife has helped production of food with fertilizers for which their efficiency is now improved. Gunpowder is also easier to make out of salvaged materials from New Zyras.<br/>Knowledge: Calculus: Confusing but useful math being used to discover new things more efficiently but so far no new discoveries have come up.<br/>Knowledge: Astro...something: Though the records are unclear of the name they clearly explain what is what and how to do it and though not immediately useful it has great promise.<br/>Knowledge:Physics: You see that apple? Gravity! Now I can also explain why the apple does what it does when I throw things. Also school children's heads now figuratively explode!</div></div></div>"
7784,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=50,2014-12-11T16:49:00,United Soviet Jason Republic,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Akksum</span></span><br/><br/>For five years the city grew and prospered. Traders from the west came to take the Spice to Leto and the north, over the hills and sand-waves to buyers far and beyond. Some of the precious good would make they trip over sea to coastal markets further north. The voyage was a dangerous one. Prince Harq Al-Ada's reign over the city had brought it great wealth. The city was a jewel, with stone streets, operational temples and a palace that overlooked the ships in the sea. Going off into the desert and hugging the river farms sprung up. Their crop was food and the spice. The orange fields interrupted the greenery of other crops and trees. Ships under sail power loaded with goods from the upper river could also be seen. Often the Prince could be seen inspecting the new farms, talking in the new library or in the temple. His eye for construction grew in these places. He dreamed of bigger and better monuments to the gods and to the people. After five years of progress the Prince was called back to Leto to see his father.<br/><br/>Polonius was jealous. He was envious of his son's trade and progress. He saw it as a discrase to the nomads that he, the son of the king, would take interests in these efforts of the settled people. However, amougnst the people, he was popular. He tasked his son of working on the city of Leto as he, the nomadic father, would head north in search of more peoples. He would first head north to Saxony and then visit the Ameralite Dominion. Here he would offer them the Spice of the south. He hoped to spark interest in their goods.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""The Empire""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">[Agents]King Polonius the first: The King is the first to restore the Empire together after the great chaos that tore it apart. A nomad from the innder desert the king was born in tough conditions in the harsh desert. Raised to fight, the king spent most of his life in continual wars between the nomads and settled peoples, fighting for the little resources that were left. After a long and bloody campaign Polonius united the nomadic tribes and restored the Empire by marching back into the city of Leto. <br/><br/><br/>[Agents] Prince Harq Al-Ada: Taught at the school of Dar Al-Hikman and versed in the ways of culture, Prince Harq is interested in engineering. His first city to rule will be his toy for politics and construction. He is focused on culture and a sound political base. <br/><br/>[Forces] The King maintains a large force of nomadic warriors called The Firmi. These troops were raised in the desert and are most skilled at mounted combat. Levies from the city were later on integrated into the force in order to maintain order in cities in the small country. These levies are armed mostly with spears and swords, but more elite units have muskets.<br/><br/>[Forces] Another left over from the collapse of the old empire is the idea of a navy. Upon reuniting the Empire the Raiders were created to protect off shore fishing and shipping. Ships that were left over from the old empire often resorted to raiding as a source of resources. The idea of the navy remains and is built upon piracy. <br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The City of Leto still stands. Despite it being nearly abandoned after the old empire collapsed the large, deep ports inside of the city were returned to and inhabited again. The city has very little notable about it and stands at the mouth of the Lea river, the lifeblood of the Settled and Nomadic people.<br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The city of Akksum has been taken into the realm. The city is home to a new palace, temple and ports. Under the rule of Harq Al-Ada the city's population grew. Walls would be constructed around the city, a market place built and trade between the desert would grow. The city has a library, sprawling markets, and a palace of its own. <br/><br/>[Culture] The Hymes of Dar Al-Hikman, a renound art school before the collapse of the old empire have now been turned into a holy book. The school was re founded after the return of inhabitants to the city of Leto. The book comprises of hymns from the settled and nomadic people and preach respect for the desert and water. Often times the desert and ocean are referred to as being liquids, as they both seem to flow and have waves. The classic book provides the moral and civil codes of the people in the Empire. <br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">-Level One-</span><br/>[Knowledge] Navigation: In the dark times the people living on the coast depended on the livelihood that for generations saved their lives: fishing. This simple act required the ability to construct well made ships and use the wind. The tides and waters of the area near the Empire is well known. Sailors are taken in high regard as they helped provide food to the inland when civilization collapsed. As over fishing became an issue the sailors headed deeper into the ocean to catch more fish. In the darkest of times the fishing trade all bust collapsed. The fish population returned and the knowledge of the ocean was kept alive. Navigation also plays a roll in traveling through the sand seas of the desert.<br/><br/>[Knowledge] Engineering</div></div></div>"
7785,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=50,2014-12-11T18:14:00,New Fraulasia,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Strausberg <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=22747638#p22747638"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Citadel <br/> Year of the Rails 35</span><br/><br/><br/>This was the day, after long toils finally the ambitious design was complete. The railroads where finally being constructed all across the lands and as such soon more food began to arrive from farther away places. This would be very beneficial for many ways as well as travel to new destinations in shorter amounts of time. The small forge towns where growing as well and would soon be connected along with the rest of the growing kingdom. The only thing that could make it better was an increased production of food. However all good things come in time as the march for progress continued as did the need for more explorations. The king sent more settlers, warriors and materials in every way he could, he had become greedy for land ripe for the taking.<br/><br/><br/>Meanwhile more south the caravans had finally found there destination the nation of Neo-Goffsill to the south. The warriors stood close to the caravans to protect them from would be thieves. They where sent there as not only traders but as ambassadors to see if they could be trusted or not. The caravans made there way towards the city confident in bringing glory to there northern kingdom. First contact may be a bit difficult but they would do there best to persevere.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Northeastern Border, 1975 A.O.P. </span><br/>""What's that on the horizon?""<br/>""I'm not falling for that again, Olan.""<br/>""No, really, look!""<br/>Richter looked up and his jaw fell down.<br/>This was not a stupid game of Olan's. On the horizon, a troop of people were marching to the Company outpost on the Northern Reclaimed's edge.<br/>""What do we do?"" Olan's question hung in the air.<br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">You</span>are going to go back to the Reclaimed Center and raise the alarm.<span style=""font-style: italic"">I</span>am going to meet with these people, grasp their intentions.""<br/>Olan resolutely nodded, grabbed his pike and left for the dock. Richter gulped, grabbed his own pike, and began walking to the head of the foreign column.<br/><br/>Item gains:<br/>For 1970: Forces: Steamship fleet- Edgeril's design found practical use as an engine powering vast ships. Now, a fleet of such ships plies the Goffline, defending the interests of the Neo-Goffsill.<br/>For 1975: Infrastructure: Fort Requiem- with the new Goffline fleet, the reach of the Neo-Goffsill has expanded. Within the Reclaimed, Fort Requiem has been established as a bulwark of Lotill's interests.<br/>for"
7786,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=50,2014-12-11T18:44:00,Levis Avara,"<blockquote><div><cite>Ammar <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=22759390#p22759390"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Levis Avara <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=22751428#p22751428"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Wilson smiled and said ""Wise decision"".""In fact I would be happy to take you myself back to Altaria the President would be honored to meet the leader of the Kha'ri.""The steamship is huge and has its own sleeping quarters for you complete with beds and the up most luxury your trip would be nothing but comfortable and with the power of the gods we should make speedy travel"". It well also help map the travel way for you has well.""Will you come""?</div></blockquote><br/>""Yes. It's good to get out of the dunes every now and again."" Fudo answered. Out at sea, it was a new kind of feeling for the master. Sure, the night could rarely be cold, but this new feeling made him nearly freeze. It even felt so damp that he worried that his limbs would fall off first. The sea was a majesty to behold, but quite frankly, he would have preferred to be on the ground. It was less sickening that way. For the trip, in order to distract himself from the feeling, he primarily spent a good deal of the time meditating.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Arcea,Altaria</span><br/>The mist part in the sun shined in front of the Steamship was the ancient statue of liberty a beacon of hope from tired weary sailors the ship docked into port.Thousands had gathered to at the sight to see the ""prince of Kha'ri"" Wanting to see the exotic foreigner for themselves guards push the crowds back a fancy carriage whisks them to the Senator Matthews palace where a party was to be made to celebrate the coming of the foreigner.The party was wild and perhaps everyone had bit too much wine and beer indeed the mansion was a huge mess afterwards.Wilson felt like hell afterwards and had some coffee to ease the hangover and soon starts to feel normal.Soon they ride to the capital city of Arvenia<br/>Has the carriage stops in front of the Domed House Lady Nancy comes from the steps of the pillared porch the in a elegant dress to greet fudo.""Greetings Nancy William the presidents wife it's good to meet you"" She says .Soon the President comes in a neat suit has well and shakes Fudos hand.""Welcome I am president Jason William of the Altarian Republic""."
7787,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=50,2014-12-11T19:17:00,Cuprum,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Dresden, Almain</span><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""https://brumes.files.wordpress.com/2010/05/rue-de-paris-temps-de-pluie.jpg""/><br/><br/>My friend Bautzan came to my house, he show me a draft of his new project: Übermensch. He gave me a good explanation of his thesis, then we were drinking a cup of tea while we started a conversation:<br/><br/>''The view, the people, the horse's shit is like an a equation, my sinful life is an equation, you came to me and i came to you with a proposal my friend. My science is in a new level of development, Übermensch is the answer for a new life, my friend you must believe me. With your money and my ideas we can produce a change in society''<br/><br/>''You want to create a god with clay? Our present modesty compels us to recognize man's derivation from animals, not divinities. Also, we know that man is not superior to other animals. By reducing man to a mere machine, devoid of free will, we have learned much about his physiology. Will is now known to be a necessary reaction to a stimulus. Consciousness and spirit derive from instinct''<br/><br/>''A man with an artifitial soul... Outstanding idea! But i need resources you know''<br/><br/>''You shall go home my friend, a nimbus cloud is coming''<br/><br/>''Oh! Would you mind if i borrow an umbrella''<br/><br/>''No, take it''<br/><br/>Bautzan is not only a human but also a gambler and a mad scientist, an idiot in my opinion. He is my only friend so i can blame him for his humanity. The camelias and the cities are growing, i'm scared of another collapse.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bautzan's lab</span><br/><br/>I went into the laboratory as usual this morning. Imagine my surprise to find my assistant, Nitch, on the floor, quite dead. I have been patching it together pretty often in the past few years, and it was bound to die for good sooner or later, but I was quite taken aback. I could find nothing of its patched-together body that was worth saving, poor creature, so I dragged its corpse to my acid vat and covered it with the best nitric. When it was dissolved, I admit I shed a tear as I added the slaked lime to neutralize the acid. Into the sewers it went, except for a flask I kept as a keepsake. I think Nitch would have wanted it this way. Now to find a new assistant...<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Almain""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Name: <span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Federal Republic of Almain</span> (Nationality: Singular, Tedescho. Plural, Tedeschi)<br/><br/>Their Short very history: The Tedeschi are a conglomeration drawn from various Saxon tribes who survived the Great Collapse, after the Bubonic plague reached their land, people started dying like flies. It is believed that society subsequently became more violent as the mass mortality rate cheapened life and thus increased warfare, crime, popular revolt, waves of flagellants, and persecution. All Tedeschi have a hair colour midway between golden and light chestnut and there is a high concentration of people with blue and green eyes.<br/><br/>Starting Items (choose 1 in each Item category, +1 In one Item category of your choice for a total of 6 <img alt=""8)"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_cool.gif"" title=""Cool""/>:<br/><br/>Agents:<br/><br/>President Gerhard Schröder - The leader of the Republic and the head of the goverment's executive branch. This politician and member of the old guard knows how to manage the masses.<br/><br/>Forces:<br/><br/>* Good commanders: It is better to have a lion at the head of an army of sheep, than a sheep at the head of an army of lions.<br/><br/>* Raider Group Doctrine: This doctrine meant sending out groups of small fast ships with good endurance to contest the main sea route of the oceans..<br/><br/>Infrastructure:<br/><br/>* Gärten: They are created by staking out the shallow lake bed and then fencing in the rectangle with wattle. The fenced-off area was then layered with mud, lake sediment, and decaying vegetation, eventually bringing it above the level of the lake. Often trees such as āhuexōtl and āhuēhuētl were planted at the corners to secure the Gärten. Gärtens were separated by channels wide enough for a canoe to pass. These ""islands"" had very high crop yields with up to 7 harvests a year.<br/><br/>Culture:<br/><br/>* Political Contract: Is theory or model, originating during the Age of Madness, that typically addresses the questions of the origin of society and the legitimacy of the authority of the state over the individual.Social contract arguments typically posit that individuals have consented, either explicitly or tacitly, to surrender some of their freedoms and submit to the authority of the ruler or magistrate (or to the decision of a majority), in exchange for protection of their remaining rights. The question of the relation between natural and legal rights, therefore, is often an aspect of social contract theory.<br/><br/>Knowledge:<br/><br/>* Iron and Coal: A blast furnace was used to make pig iron, which then had to undergo a further process to make forgeable bar iron. Processes for the second stage include fining in a finery forge and, from the Industrial Revolution, puddling. However both processes are now obsolete, and wrought iron is now hardly made.<br/><br/>Starting location: Saxon lands.</div></div></div>"
7788,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=50,2014-12-11T20:28:00,New Strausberg,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Fraulasia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=22764412#p22764412"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Strausberg <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=22747638#p22747638"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Citadel <br/> Year of the Rails 35</span><br/><br/><br/>This was the day, after long toils finally the ambitious design was complete. The railroads where finally being constructed all across the lands and as such soon more food began to arrive from farther away places. This would be very beneficial for many ways as well as travel to new destinations in shorter amounts of time. The small forge towns where growing as well and would soon be connected along with the rest of the growing kingdom. The only thing that could make it better was an increased production of food. However all good things come in time as the march for progress continued as did the need for more explorations. The king sent more settlers, warriors and materials in every way he could, he had become greedy for land ripe for the taking.<br/><br/><br/>Meanwhile more south the caravans had finally found there destination the nation of Neo-Goffsill to the south. The warriors stood close to the caravans to protect them from would be thieves. They where sent there as not only traders but as ambassadors to see if they could be trusted or not. The caravans made there way towards the city confident in bringing glory to there northern kingdom. First contact may be a bit difficult but they would do there best to persevere.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Northeastern Border, 1975 A.O.P. </span><br/> ""What's that on the horizon?""<br/> ""I'm not falling for that again, Olan.""<br/> ""No, really, look!""<br/> Richter looked up and his jaw fell down.<br/> This was not a stupid game of Olan's. On the horizon, a troop of people were marching to the Company outpost on the Northern Reclaimed's edge. <br/> ""What do we do?"" Olan's question hung in the air.<br/> ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">You</span> are going to go back to the Reclaimed Center and raise the alarm. <span style=""font-style: italic"">I</span> am going to meet with these people, grasp their intentions.""<br/> Olan resolutely nodded, grabbed his pike and left for the dock. Richter gulped, grabbed his own pike, and began walking to the head of the foreign column. <br/><br/>Item gains:<br/>For 1970: Forces: Steamship fleet- Edgeril's design found practical use as an engine powering vast ships. Now, a fleet of such ships plies the Goffline, defending the interests of the Neo-Goffsill.<br/>For 1975: Infrastructure: Fort Requiem- with the new Goffline fleet, the reach of the Neo-Goffsill has expanded. Within the Reclaimed, Fort Requiem has been established as a bulwark of Lotill's interests. <br/>for</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/><br/>The soldiers marched side by side in the middle a cravan of goods and a few scholars. They watched closely as a soldier come out to meet them. The Commander order the soldiers to lower there weapons and see what he had to say while he continued to move the cravan on seeing no reason for it to stop. On the back of a Yak which had become the only riding animal at the time seeing as how horses where rather scarce in the mountain homes. The Commander went forward to meet the soldier, ""мы пришли на севере в горах. мы мечи железного короля, кто ты? (we come from the north, in the mountains. we are the swords of the Iron King, Who are you?)"" The commander asked in his native tongue ignorant of any other languages the soldier spoke and instead brought out gold as a gift hoping he would get the message they where friendly."
7789,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=50,2014-12-12T01:01:00,Ralnis,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Ar'forgual Aerodrome,<br/>Zel'nash 45</span><br/><br/>It has been years and the remnants have finally been able to reach out to make their homesteads across their old landscape of Xel'nox. The advent use of airships have become more of a industry and the use of making their reach known to their known world has been a great thing that was used for the advent of physics. Xi'shik has been working on trying to administer their new lands that they have been quickly growing out of that a large population boom because of it that the civilization now stands as 50,000 and it seemed that people started to make their homesteads together and started to build a city around it that was specifically made to house and build an economy on airships. This in case had made the entire city around the building of airships and to try make it cheaper and topside without the need of staying on Xon'frex anymore.<br/><br/>It was five years in the making and they had started to make a large aerodrome topside that started to dig a large hole that started to make a large industrial complex within as people started to work around it. It became something that people saw as both people on the topside and the underground had started to extend some versions of towers and openings that they can easily come in and out of the Aerodrome. This was as much a city as much as an aerodrome as they had the usefulness to carry the equipment to build and maintain the airships topside and even build larger ones that became much more efficient to travel and explore Xel'nox and the Old Theocratium. As much as people were living inside the building complex, many people started to live on the outside and around it in various houses that they live more underground then topside as they are still use to live underground and seem not be able to change anytime soon.<br/><br/>It has been five years after its completion and it houses around 8,000 people and they are known as the first true reach of their people coming back to the Old Theocratium after so long and the apocalypse could not bring them down and their storm is coming again, but so many believe that their cycle is just starting and trying to see what they can do to stave off their end so they can continue to reign more then the last one of the Old Theocratium.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">[Infrastructure] Zon'friex: Once a collection of underground vaults that had held all of the collective knowledge that Xel'nox had either stolen or discovered on their own, but they had mostly stolen it, and had found themselves once they had came out of their vaults and had became a bustling city with a labyrinth made of roads and corridors that connect to districts that lend a hand to one another and find the city that they have become and build for the betterment of themselves. Zon'friex is called the Glowing City or the City of Ash as they had settled under the ash that had toppled them and the most powerful nations. It is also called the Glowing City because it has a large network of crystals that glow a rainbow of colors and also the large industrialization that had never been seen since the year of Veer'gornash, which was the last era before the Dark Times. The city's workings are of common place and it now houses 42,000 embers that still flicker among the darkness. The City is nearly hidden from the naked eye but the only thing that can be sought is the various holes that lift up smoke and vapor that are symbols of advancement and a new age for them.<br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The Ar'forgual Aerodrome: The first city that is made outside of the city of Zon'frex. It is a nexus for the Stao'nonxizil's own airships that are used to explore the Old Theocratium and to make homesteads as they rely on it to try and quickly explore the Old Theocratium and Xel'nox to see what survives and what hasn't. Right now, 8,000 have called this Aerodrome home and made it partially a city in both underground and topside. Ar'forgual is mostly topside and some underground as they have a place for the Skyborn, people who have made a living and have called their airships their houses instead of their underground counterparts, and also for the rest of their underground civilization as their an assortment of taverns, business, and shipyards for airships but they also have more crime that also make more Warshamans look for more security but are usually turn a blind eye because the Skyborn can handle the their own trouble but general security is still with the Warshamans but they are usually giving trust to the Skyborn to handle their business and the at some times, the general people.<br/><br/>[Agent] Xi'shik: Inventor, Shaman, and current leader of the Sax'fro. The Sax'fro at one time were one of the most intensive spy agencies in the world before the Dark Times, they were formed for the use of exploration and gathering of knowledge when the Theocratium of Xel'nox made their one and only colony, Xergiok, on Tredera and the Sax'fro caste was prevalent in obtaining most of the technology and knowledge of Tredera that rivaled other powers of spies in the world. When the Dark Times came, they retreated with the rest and had gained power as the leaders of the remnants and became intertwined with the new beliefs and culture of the Stao'nonxizil. Xi'shik is skilled in deciphering the ancient text that the Sax'fro used that became the new language of their people and ushered in the inventions that they had discovered long ago at the end of Veer'gornash. The Sax'fro caste still hold an a power over their people as spies, assassins, and now leaders of their civilization, but they are still but a shadow of the legend they used to be, but the new age can bring better legends and a new power for them. <br/><br/>[Forces] Zel'nov Warshamans: A mixture of the two sects of the Warshaman caste that once fought for the Amarites in the past. In the past, the most elite of their cast became the Quo'nox, the ones trained in fighting by the Amarites and led their brothers and sisters to war in what was called Wild Thunder's March, which was led by the Quo'nox Warshaman Myxsti'thyx, which is known to the Old Languages as Wild Thunder and he was a master tactician and the one who wrote the Huen, or the Warshaman's own version of unconventional warfare that allowed them to be famous auxiliaries that won them several victories, both offensive and defensive. When all Warshamans were called underground, then they had joined each other as a hybrid lead as they were the first ones to try and scavenge, reclaim, and explore Xel'nox and they had became more in line to stealth and skirmishing then their old styles of combat. They also are trained in guns and weapons of different types, but they prefer weapons for accuracy and stealth that allows them to take out their forces with precision then brute force like of Old Times.<br/><br/>[Culture] The Storm Rides Again/The Statues of Az'martinx: The natives of Xel'nox resistant outside influence even when they were offered to learn. Their culture is known to be the most alien of them all and they love it and their beliefs are no different. Their storm gods of their Parthenon were at once 3200 alone and statues littered their entire civilization. Now their belief is more reformed and still eldritch as their gods and even revered ancestors are transformed into what one will call to be horrible and repulsive, but it is unique and show the part of their belief that like a storm, they will always rise and ride again.<br/><br/>[Knowledge] Steam Power: In Veer'gornash, steam power and the Industrial Revolution was starting for them but then the Dark Times came. Now it was a revival to what they never had completely grasp until the end of the world. The power of the Steam had allowed for them to fully see the sight of industrialization and the use of steam that allowed them to do lots of things, one of the many things was to use if for mining, building, and refining as well as learning about the use of the first taste of machinery that started to bring in factories to their sections of the city and the smoke and vapor started to rise out of the very ground itself.<br/><br/>[Knowledge] Chemistry: The thing that all natives of Xel'nox do know, from the fertilizer to gunpowder and explosives. They had decipher this the most out of all the text they were able to search for in the vaults they have been able to secure themselves in. It, with Biology, had became the foundations of bringing back horticulture and balance out the industrialization and the naturalism, though it only extends to growing mushrooms much better and larger though it has even better workings. They also allowed them to do things like rediscover gunpowder and the use of acids and explosives for both domestic and militaristic means. This also helps them in trying to survey the ground topsoil that they use the chemistry when it came to send out expeditions and trying to figure out if the ash is still in the land.<br/>Starting location (You can specify specific locations on the map or non specific ones, such as Tropical coastline, Desert, Rocky mountains): <br/>Underground in the Satizmi Waste, Northern Xel'nox, though the only thing you will see about the civilization is the smoke fumes that come out in a matter of holes.<br/><br/>[Magic] Wisdom of the Ash: The first instances in history for them is that magic has been developed by unknown means. The people that have been gifted with the magic have been able to harness the ash that is around Xel'nox and has called it the Wisdom of the Ash<br/><br/>[ Knowledge] Biology: Biology has been rediscovered as a means of increase agriculture and to help with the explorations topside.<br/><br/>[Knowledge] Engineering: Large scale construction has been reintroduced and been used to its fully effects so that they can have more room to grow underground and have better planning for their buildings and such.<br/><br/> [Knowledge] Calculus: The first use and understanding of advance mathematics ever since Veer'gornash when they were just learning the concept and trying to implement it before the apocalypse but now the rediscover of it has brought them back into the idea of advancing their math skills for other projects and theories that they have in mind for the future of their civilization.<br/><br/>[Knowledge] Astronomy: Found by an now extinct Warhsaman cult, the uses of Astronomy and the Chronoshamans have been pivotal for the history of the Old Theocratium and now is the only thing that can help them learn about the outside and try to discover the lost history of the Dark Times.<br/><br/>Beyond Lvl 1 Technologies<br/><br/>[Knowledge] Physics: The studies of Lro'max and the uncovering of yet another thing that was going to be of use throughout the Old Theorcratium. The study of Physics could have ushered in new ways for the Theocratium to use it's power to harness the true power of the Storm Gods and to be able to fight more efficiently, and possibly even fly! The fabled studies of Lro'max have became the Stano'zanilxi's top priority and it will take them more then a few years but they shall complete it with the upmost importance.<br/>The Warshamans had started to improve their weaponry that had started to make them use upgraded bullets and gunsmithing styles that had jumped them up a good start from their original settings. Airships have been developed and are being used in early stages of explorations have also given the insights that they may be able to reclaim the Old Theocratium. This also yield the foundations of beginning of other technologies that are locked away in the vaults but time is of the essence if they are to truly prosper in their new, harsher landscape.</div></div></div>"
7790,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=50,2014-12-12T07:33:00,Pac Kindom,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bython<br/>35- 40 BFD</span><br/><br/>The last winter had be very hard on the Bython society with hundreds die in the cold. As winter star to fade the exploration teams were pushed further a field, many were lost in the rugged mountains to the north until they came across Caer.<br/><br/>The exploration team had just entered a canon when they were set attack by a small group on men armed with sticks and after a short fight the exploration team captured all but one, who died. With in a very short time it was realise they were half dead form starvation. So the exploration team fed them out of there own supplies.<br/><br/>A few hour later the exploration team was led too Caer where they found a neary most of on the people on the edge off death. So word was sent home and a few day later the first supply wagon train arrived laden with corn, wheat Rice and vegetables and this would not be the last.<br/><br/>Over the next few months many Bython’s visit all noting how warm all the room were until one day some asked how. It was explanded that the black rock found in the mines (Coal) was seed to heat water which was turned in to seam and piped thro metal thro out the all the building.<br/><br/>Other the next few years trade was created food was traded for coal and other metal found in the mines the two cities grow closer and closer until the people of Caer. Voted to join the Bython Union<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Item gains""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">35 BFD <span style=""font-weight: bold""> Steam Power</span> - Recently re-discovered will in time revolutionize Bython society and will be the first step in a cast based society.<br/><br/>40 BFD <span style=""font-weight: bold"">Caer</span> was a once a very large prison and mine complex. Now it more resembles an old Norman castle with large gray stone walls built out from the moutains them self’s in side the walls there are 10’s of large red brick constructions and 3 small gardens and the entrance to the mines</div></div></div><br/><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Bython Union""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Agent</span> (1)<br/>Maelor Pritchett</span> A great inventor and current leader of Bython Union who designed and built of the the current fishing fleet.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Forces</span> (2)<br/>The Bython Guard</span> is a force maintained by the Bython Union and is responsible for the safety of the and the security of the Union. <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bython Navy</span>. Created to protect off shore fishing and explore the waves..<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Infrastructure</span> (2)<br/>Conwy,</span> This town is home to most of the people of the Union and set stride a river which flows thro the town in to the port and out to sea. Town surround the port an is made up of simple and practical stone constructions.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Caernarfon, </span> A town in a valley to the east of Conwy. Town surround an central square and is made up of simple and practical red brick constructions.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Caer</span> was a once a very large prison and mine complex. Now it more resembles an old Norman castle with large gray stone walls built out from the moutains them self’s in side the walls there are 10’s of large red brick constructions and 3 small gardens and the entrance to the mines<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Culture</span> (1)<br/>Bython Code </span> The Bythons are fare, free, people who live by the code honour thy Father, Protect the weak, be loyal to friends and family<br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Knowledge: </span><br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">-LEVEL 1-</span></span> (5)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Biology:</span> Using knowledge found at the port they learned all about the sea life they could eat and how the best way to catch it.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Engineering</span> The Bython learned much of ship building from studying found plans. They are well know shipwrights.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Construction</span> The Bythons love to build things a number of farms and canals have been built and they are in the process of build in walls for the town of Conwy.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Astronomy</span> Star charts are created, used, amended.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Calculus</span> Useful math discovered while creating star/Sea Charts<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""> Steam Power</span> - Recently re-discovered will in time revolutionize Bython society and will be the first step in a cast based society.</div></div></div>"
7791,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=50,2014-12-12T15:33:00,Greater Franco-Iberia,"<div align=""center""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""> Nova Retimoni </span></span></div><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""> Post-Common Era, 1 (P.C.E 001) - Post-Common Era, 005 (P.C.E 005)</span></div><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-rt_1Rs0hIWM/VIubbYzK4II/AAAAAAAAADs/8f06U4IbuR4/w54-h53-no/Glyph1.png""/></div><br/><br/>Bringing your, as in the readers, attention to yet another of Nova Reimoni's wonderful festivals we will find the street once again lined with cheering citizens. Countless heads emerge from windows to watch the procession. A long line of the new model of armored carriages rolled haphazardly down the street, led by an especially large<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://worldwar2headquarters.com/images/transportRussian/BA64armoredCar.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">mobile headquarters.</a>propelled by, instead of the normal single horse per carriage, eight horses. As the parade traveled through the city and towards the far off docks in the Argonian Complex, the citizens following got wonderful views of the massive clouds of smoke that had begun to build up since the introduction of the steam engine to the many factories below the main city. As the caravan of military vehicles slowly rolled down the cobble stone pathway into the depths of the Argonian Complex, the many better off citizens that had been following them coughed up a storm in the face of the thick cloud of smoke and steam that blanketed the Complex. Smug looking factory workers with time off strutted up to the privileged citizens of Nova Retimoni flaunting the wet cloths tied to their mouths and asking the 1% of the Confederacy if their lungs were well. The line of citizens and carriages<br/>clanked and walked for hours through the roads of the city before reaching the docks, by which time most of the city was present. They looked ahead in awe at the new and shining ship that dominated their view. The cheering of the people intensified as a deep hum began to emanate from the<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://steamboattimes.com/images/civil_war/ironclad_ussstlouis_firsteadsironclad_cityclass_renamed_baron_de_kalb_oct1862_1581x971.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">ship</a>and the massive smokestacks began to belch smoke into the sky. The ship rapidly pulled out of the harbor, off to the docks of Azarth.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, in the recently founded University of the Sciences research began on the technology of engineering in an attempt to create such creations as those of the Era of Man-made Wonders, a time shrouded in mystery.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Items-Steam Power Added.""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">[Infrastructure (x2)] The Argonian Complex:<br/>A massive collection of factories and slums. The main production center of the empire, it is powered by the nearby waterfall, known as The Argon. As the complex spread however, large windmill like structures have risen from factories too far away from the falls to collect its energy. It has a relativity large population and is known for it's adaptability, constantly morphing to fit new conditions and advancements. Some parts of the parts of the complex that are above geothermic vents have learned to build large canvas ""airwheels"" near the opening, allowing the hot air to turn the wheel far more efficiently than a normal windmill ever could. The area mostly produces high quality steel and iron as well as glass, flour, and extremely soft leather. Since the introduction of steam power all factories, even those far away from the river or geothermal vents, were provided with just as much kinetic energy as their privileged counterparts. With plenty of water from the mighty river and massive amounts of lumber and coal there seemed to be no shortage of smoke in the skies of the Confederate homeland. <br/> <br/>Nova Retimoni:<br/>Retimoni is an ancient city of the Confederacy, long since destroyed and worn down by endless invasions and battles. The capital of the realm is named after this once great city. It sits atop the mountain famous for the Argon Falls, and is heavily defended by tall stone walls, and the massive mortars that can be found on every city block. The city is not large, but it does not need to be as it is mostly made up of the aristocrats and chiefs of Confederate society. It has a rudimentary plumbing system and is known for it's cultural output.<br/><br/>[Forces] The Red Legion: <br/>A large force that specializes in artillery warfare. It contains large amounts of the most advanced weaponry accessible to the Confederacy, it's gunpowder units are admired for their bravery, blood lust and efficiency, whilst it is lacking in cavalry and melee infantry. It is a 200 year old army, and takes pride in its traditions and history. It is currently stationed at Nova Retimoni.<br/><br/>[Agent] Logik Bachtrade:<br/>Logik is an amazing and odd scientist, inventer of the ""airwheel"" and the man who sparked the Confederacies Technological Revolution. <br/><br/>[Culture] The Gods Park: All of the most important ancient memorials and statues of the Gods of the various tribes in the Confederacy have been sitting in this one park in the ruins of Retimoni for hundreds of years. Around the beautiful yet eerie overgrown ruins of the once mighty city lie the idols, all slightly overgrown but still extremely beautiful and unique. Most are bronze, stone or gold, however a few are made of strange materials that are as of yet unknown to the Confederacy. Thousands make insanely long pilgrimages here, and you can always expect a few people quietly praying to their gods.<br/><br/>[Knowledge x2] Extremely Advanced Gunpowder Weaponry (Chemistry): Since the dark days of the apocalypse, the Confederation has stood out due to its weapons. Here you can find such wonders as bolt-loaded rifles, Gatling guns (Hand cranked.) , and the massive and awe inspiring artillery that can be found almost anywhere in the empire. The Confederation has some of the fastest reloading and longest ranged gunpowder weaponry in the world, and they are proud of it.<br/><br/>The Power of Steam: Already being harnessed with the few ironclads prowling the waters and the massive amount of factories springing up like mushrooms in fall all over the empire, steam power is clearly the future.</div></div></div>"
7792,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=50,2014-12-12T17:54:00,Harkback Union,"The grand parade is held in Zadox at the end of the 2nd 5 year plan. Massive steam ships Cut through the waters while adding thick black clouds of smoke to the sky. They are fit to haul massive amounts of cargo around, Much needed for the accomplishment of the 3rd 5 Year plan which aims to rebuild the once prosperious whaling industry. One of the ships suddenly breaks down, catches fire and sinks in the middle of the parade. Noone is injured or killed, thanks to the industrial directives that recommend safety over lack of safety. It seems that harkback engineering isn't the best... or harkback steel for that matter, if it can be called steel at all.<br/><br/>New forces Item:<br/>The Maritime Zadox - Large trade and whaling fleet, Completely unarmed but is large enough to move tens of thousands of tonnes of cargo a year from one port to another.<br/><br/>3 years later, Whaling industry is booming. Whale oil propells the harkback into a new age of prosperity. All sorts of New Medicines and chemical products enter production and Zadox is brighter then ever thanks to the aboundant suply of lamp oil... then suddenly, 3rd 5 Year plan is cancelled after a horrific discovery. Whales are sentient. The Maritime Zadox is rendered useless along with all recently developed infrastructure. The harkback cult is puzzled. - ""Why did our ancestors hunt for the whales if they were sentient?""...<br/><br/>Then one day Mayor ruebeck returns from his 13-year old vacation with a strange Idea. He requisitions 3 ships from the Maritime Zadox and organizes an expedition to a remote part of the world.<br/><br/>First, They sail for Ectrüs, a City to the west, That was once founded by harkback settlers. The city is where it's meant to be and its population is intact, mostly. Its not a large city though, home to only 50,000. Ruebeck and some of his mysterious associates decide to stay in the city for awhile. They soon find out that in the last days before the apocalypse, The entire Cult Archives, Dating back from 592 AOP were transported here from the capital and were stored in a dry cave ever since. Ruebeck finds the cave a very unfitting place for the antique scripts and brick tablets. He sends back a letter to Zadox, explaining the situation and demanding a Museum big enough to store all the relics to be built in Ectrüs. The Maritime Zadox spends the last 2 years of the 3rd 5 year plan hauling construction materials from Zadox to Ectrüs to build the Libraris Apocrypha, A magnificent palace worthy of harkback history. The people of Ectrüs who seem to be very rationalist in nature dislike the Zadoxian's wasteful use of their economic might. - ""What is this huge block of brick and cheap steel is good for?"" - They say. But if Zadox wants something built, it will be built. The locals therefore choose to expand upon the Palace with all sorts of useful scientific knowledge...<br/><br/>New Infrastructure:<br/>Ectrüs - City of the west. Its weather is cold but Sunny and is home to some of the happiest harkback in all of harkback. Its also where the Libraris Apocrypha is.<br/>Libraris Apocrypha - The Library of ancient history and science. This wonder makes Ectrüs a Very popular holiday destination mong those in Zadox and Dunnrhof.<br/><br/>During the 4th 5 year plan, harkback ships finally reach Goffsill... or what remains of it. According to an old tourist guide, the city's skyline is supposed to look much different.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, Ruebecks Fleet keeps sailing to the north and finds... The Cingeto. They are now known as The Aragonix Confederacy, but that changes little. Ruebeck and his associates request help from the locals in translating some ancient texts about 2 Cingeto travelers who once visited Zadox, around the time Díído the unknownth, Last of the Díído dynasty died."
7793,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=50,2014-12-12T18:43:00,United Soviet Jason Republic,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Leto</span></span><br/><br/>Polonius's voyages across the sand seas brought with it expanded trade to the north. Spice traders in their caravans traveled north to exploit these new markets. With these travels they brought back news of mythical inventions. They claimed steel beasts could move, smoke coming from their nostrils. The uses of new ideas and ways made other civilizations great, somehow using nature to their advantage. King Polonius was troubled by this. It was quite clear his nation could be outgunned, destroyed by outsiders with these shocking new arms. His son, Prince Harq Al-Ada, however was working. From the great school of the city he had used his profits to pay for a new branch of the long standing school.<br/><br/>At first the men who ran this were hired from the Spice fields and iron works. These men were tinkers and inventors, payed by the Prince to tinker. They did their job well. At first they played with the Spice. It was well known at this point how the Spice grew, but people did not know why, how or what made it grow better. The first farmers in the school played with the Spice. They made it grow faster by dumping water on it. Fertilizers for the Spice and other crops soon were created and given to the empire. Next followed something more potent. Gunpowder was a material known to the Empire. It uses were limited. Rich lords owned these weapons which were most commonly employed in sieging of cities. The School played with gunpowder, figuring out how to make more of it. The Prince ordered these new weapons to be created in mass. Using his profits he would try to upgrade the Levi and possible the Raiders. When the King returned from his trip he was horrified to see the palace guard and the army possessing these weapons. He thought it was dishonorable to have such a weapon. He was more accepting of the weapons when it was shown how they could be used on horseback.<br/><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""The Empire""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">[Agents]King Polonius the first: The King is the first to restore the Empire together after the great chaos that tore it apart. A nomad from the innder desert the king was born in tough conditions in the harsh desert. Raised to fight, the king spent most of his life in continual wars between the nomads and settled peoples, fighting for the little resources that were left. After a long and bloody campaign Polonius united the nomadic tribes and restored the Empire by marching back into the city of Leto. The School of Dar Al-Hikman now was tasked with not only making religious poetry and works but to also work on nature. <br/><br/><br/>[Agents] Prince Harq Al-Ada: Taught at the school of Dar Al-Hikman and versed in the ways of culture, Prince Harq is interested in engineering. His first city to rule will be his toy for politics and construction. He is focused on culture and a sound political base. <br/><br/>[Forces] The King maintains a large force of nomadic warriors called The Firmi. These troops were raised in the desert and are most skilled at mounted combat. Levies from the city were later on integrated into the force in order to maintain order in cities in the small country. These levies are armed mostly with spears and swords, but more elite units have muskets.<br/><br/>[Forces] Another left over from the collapse of the old empire is the idea of a navy. Upon reuniting the Empire the Raiders were created to protect off shore fishing and shipping. Ships that were left over from the old empire often resorted to raiding as a source of resources. The idea of the navy remains and is built upon piracy. <br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The City of Leto still stands. Despite it being nearly abandoned after the old empire collapsed the large, deep ports inside of the city were returned to and inhabited again. The city has very little notable about it and stands at the mouth of the Lea river, the lifeblood of the Settled and Nomadic people.<br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The city of Akksum has been taken into the realm. The city is home to a new palace, temple and ports. Under the rule of Harq Al-Ada the city's population grew. Walls would be constructed around the city, a market place built and trade between the desert would grow. The city has a library, sprawling markets, and a palace of its own. <br/><br/>[Culture] The Hymes of Dar Al-Hikman, a renound art school before the collapse of the old empire have now been turned into a holy book. The school was re founded after the return of inhabitants to the city of Leto. The book comprises of hymns from the settled and nomadic people and preach respect for the desert and water. Often times the desert and ocean are referred to as being liquids, as they both seem to flow and have waves. The classic book provides the moral and civil codes of the people in the Empire. <br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">-Level One-</span><br/>[Knowledge] Navigation: In the dark times the people living on the coast depended on the livelihood that for generations saved their lives: fishing. This simple act required the ability to construct well made ships and use the wind. The tides and waters of the area near the Empire is well known. Sailors are taken in high regard as they helped provide food to the inland when civilization collapsed. As over fishing became an issue the sailors headed deeper into the ocean to catch more fish. In the darkest of times the fishing trade all bust collapsed. The fish population returned and the knowledge of the ocean was kept alive. Navigation also plays a roll in traveling through the sand seas of the desert.<br/><br/>[Knowledge] Engineering, Chemistry</div></div></div>"
7794,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=50,2014-12-12T21:37:00,Levis Avara,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Orion,Leon</span>( For Missed Days)<br/>When Orion was added to the Republic it was small village now things had changed greatly.With the brilliant economic policies came growth and with growth many people came here by the storms to live and work here.The city was starting to fill like its old self again when the Darkness came in late Imperial times the city was nearly abandoned buried in the death and sorrow of man kinds failures when the Altarians came has conquerors it was a poor fishing village raided by crazed cultist who worship some demon god forced to pay tribute and still harassed them afterwards.Many didn't believe this once great city could rise from the ashes but with excellent economic planning and investment and some luck it did.A beacon of the Empire now a beacon of the New Republic.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Agriculture Leon</span><br/>While the cities of Aurora and Orion flourished in Leon they couldn't do it on its own.Like in Arcea island farms had to be built and by the rebellious and defiant Lyons this wasteland would be conquered. Acres of once dead waste turned back to greenery farms sprung all across the country side able to feed tens of thousands of people including in the big cities and with that Arcean spirit it was done the impossible had been made Leon would soon make more food then any country could dream of less starving, less suffering,they had been convinced this ""Lost Era"" wasn't normal never would be and instead of giving up like others had in the past they fought and with fury. it wouldn't be long before things would be completely normal<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">[Infrastructure]The city of Arvenia in southern Arcea isle is mainly powered from water.The river Tripoli provides all the energy the city could want with dams providing the energy. beautiful marble domed buildings sits on the water with water falls falling into a huge lake. The city is subject to barbarian attacks but on the water it is difficult to invade.<br/>[Agent] Scientist Benevin Julius Aurelius Scientist and adviser to the Senate is one of the few souls to venture to the forbidden city of Arcea.There lies the Great Library and the ruins of the magnificent city the hallows of knowledge and history science and technology is abundant here and he brings many ancient trinkets steam engines,and cotton gins radios etc to study.He has managed to replicate and make these machines function some what but the Senate fears the techs are cursed because of the Dark Age and bans them from public use.<br/>[Forces]The Dragon Army.A small but formidable force protecting the citizens of the Republic from barbarian gangs and up holding the people and Senate this honorable army will once again lead to the ancient glory of Arcea only thru justice and reason.<br/>[Knowledge]Engineering.The Altarians are creators not destroyers they have turned the desolate landscape to evergreen once again farms and canals are being constructed with great skill the buildings and terraces holding life giving gardens plant life and other beautiful scenery.Canals and farms provide much needed food to the growing populace of 18,000<br/>[Knowledge]Steam Power.The Arcean people have never forgotten the wonder of Steam power which powers the entire city.The coldness of the Volcanic Winter can still be felt and steam power provides much heat to offset this mini ice age.Steam Ships although very rare also provide speedy travel across the Tripoli but still Arcea Island is a hot bed for Barbarism and the Republic makes sure to shield it self from this chaotic world.<br/>[Culture]The Altarian Forum Here is the center of the Republic Several important structures are here including the Altarian Senate house made of gleaming marble with pillars and a dome.It is of religious,social,political,and economic importance and where elections are held has well.<br/>[Knowledge]Biology:In Altaria farming now is the most important task that can be practiced.Benevin has studied many of the plant and animal life around Arcea and compared it to the biology books from the Great Library and found that many animal and plant life that existed before the Dark Ages simply don't exist anymore.He also helps the farmers by maximizing the fewer agricultural plants that still exist and finding seeds from the Vaults in the Library to teach them how to grow them.<br/>[Knowledge Legacy]Calculus is the mathematical study of change, in the same way that geometry is the study of shape and algebra is the study of operations and their application to solving equations.This allows the Altarians to make more advanced techs.<br/>Magic :Sorcery:currently pyrokinesis is being studied heavily influenced from the volcanic eruption<br/>Infrastructure:Industrial sector:To supply the Army more efficiently tons of factories are constructed guns,cannons,wands all these help the war effort and it helps the economy has well has many products are made,and mines are constructed has well<br/>Agriculture Sector:Farms and ranches are being made leading to a population boom<br/>Chemistry:Chemistry allows for the creation of better gunpowder and better food/Agricultural production<br/>[Forces]Navy:The Navy is expanded to deal with trading missions and combat pirate raids in the Nova sea and around the Luna sea<br/>[Infrastructure]Aurora City<br/>Infrastructure:Orion City<br/>Infrastructure:Arcea City<br/>Infrastructure:Leon Agricultural Sector</div></div></div>"
7795,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=50,2014-12-13T00:32:00,Greater Franco-Iberia,"<div align=""center""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""> Nova Retimoni </span></span></div><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""> Post-Common Era, 5 (P.C.E 005) - Post-Common Era, 010 (P.C.E 010)</span></div><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-lH0-ouwF7Uw/VIvfVEEP7nI/AAAAAAAAAEU/cYQNytA-7UQ/w44-h52-no/Glyph2.png""/></div><br/><br/>Across the Confederacy, massive steam powered cranes were erected, said cranes constructed mighty arrangements of scaffolding, and that scaffolding was the basis for constructing the large towers that now dominated Nova Retimoni's citys-cape. Of course, by ""large"" towers we mean almost 6 stories, but for the time this was an amazingly tall tower. The introduction of improved engineering led to more compact steam engines, and across the empire you would see more and more self propelled carriages, including the growing group of armored carriages within the Red Legion that had been retrofitted with the new, more powerful and efficient steam engines. Skies around major factories and the Complex darkened further, and the Confederacy was producing an insane surplus of materials, causing prices to crash in P.C.E 8. Due to coal shortages later that year many factories had to slow down or completely stop production, and because of the insane cheapness of products in this day and age any company that could not keep up and stay at maximum efficiency would quickly spiral into bankruptcy. The Complex was dotted with abandoned production facilities, however many economic experts claim that the Confederate economy should be back on track in only about 4 years as the population used up the surplus.<br/><br/>Even during such a time of economic hardship, research facilities still desperately tried to increase the technological prowess of the Confederacy. At the moment they were researching the strange gas known as Aether. Aether was a super-dense gas that looked like a group of stormy clouds, described by Thaumologists as ""Essence of atmosphere."" The gas was difficult to make, involving a massively complex process that usually took at least a week to complete. Even so, the mysterious gas showed promise, and already draft work of Aether Engines was beginning, as the liquid form of it was extraordinarily dense, many scientist proposed a loop-styled engine that would heat up liquid Aether until it became its least dense and least heavy form, in which case it rose above normal air. The gas would then be condensed by ice-cooled metal into its liquid state. The liquid would then flow downwards and flow through turbines, then flowing into the heating chamber to repeat the cycle. Many people wondered at Aethers magical properties, such as it's ability to generate electric charge when in its cool-gas form, and how prolonged exposure to it caused many people to become obsessed with spreading it in the wind and on the mountains of Kraglankea, an area unknown to anyone in the Confederacy. Despite the fact that areas were Aether was being researched tended to explode, the study of it and it's applications continued.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Items-Engineering Added.""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">[Infrastructure (x2)] The Argonian Complex:<br/>A massive collection of factories and slums. The main production center of the empire, it is powered by the nearby waterfall, known as The Argon. As the complex spread however, large windmill like structures have risen from factories too far away from the falls to collect its energy. It has a relativity large population and is known for it's adaptability, constantly morphing to fit new conditions and advancements. Some parts of the parts of the complex that are above geothermic vents have learned to build large canvas ""airwheels"" near the opening, allowing the hot air to turn the wheel far more efficiently than a normal windmill ever could. The area mostly produces high quality steel and iron as well as glass, flour, and extremely soft leather. Since the introduction of steam power all factories, even those far away from the river or geothermal vents, were provided with just as much kinetic energy as their privileged counterparts. With plenty of water from the mighty river and massive amounts of lumber and coal there seemed to be no shortage of smoke in the skies of the Confederate homeland. <br/> <br/>Nova Retimoni:<br/>Retimoni is an ancient city of the Confederacy, long since destroyed and worn down by endless invasions and battles. The capital of the realm is named after this once great city. It sits atop the mountain famous for the Argon Falls, and is heavily defended by tall stone walls, and the massive mortars that can be found on every city block. The city is not large, but it does not need to be as it is mostly made up of the aristocrats and chiefs of Confederate society. It has a rudimentary plumbing system and is known for it's cultural output.<br/><br/>[Forces] The Red Legion: <br/>A large force that specializes in artillery warfare. It contains large amounts of the most advanced weaponry accessible to the Confederacy, it's gunpowder units are admired for their bravery, blood lust and efficiency, whilst it is lacking in cavalry and melee infantry. It is a 200 year old army, and takes pride in its traditions and history. It is currently stationed at Nova Retimoni.<br/><br/>[Agent] Logik Bachtrade:<br/>Logik is an amazing and odd scientist, inventer of the ""airwheel"" and the man who sparked the Confederacies Technological Revolution. <br/><br/>[Culture] The Gods Park: All of the most important ancient memorials and statues of the Gods of the various tribes in the Confederacy have been sitting in this one park in the ruins of Retimoni for hundreds of years. Around the beautiful yet eerie overgrown ruins of the once mighty city lie the idols, all slightly overgrown but still extremely beautiful and unique. Most are bronze, stone or gold, however a few are made of strange materials that are as of yet unknown to the Confederacy. Thousands make insanely long pilgrimages here, and you can always expect a few people quietly praying to their gods.<br/><br/>[Knowledge x3] Extremely Advanced Gunpowder Weaponry (Chemistry): Since the dark days of the apocalypse, the Confederation has stood out due to its weapons. Here you can find such wonders as bolt-loaded rifles, Gatling guns (Hand cranked.) , and the massive and awe inspiring artillery that can be found almost anywhere in the empire. The Confederation has some of the fastest reloading and longest ranged gunpowder weaponry in the world, and they are proud of it.<br/><br/>The Power of Steam: Already being harnessed with the few ironclads prowling the waters and the massive amount of factories springing up like mushrooms in fall all over the empire, steam power is clearly the future.<br/><br/>Engineering: Towers that reach up and touch the sky are scattered throughout the Confederate lands.</div></div></div>"
7796,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=50,2014-12-13T02:20:00,Ralnis,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Xel'nox,<br/>Zel'nash 50l</span><br/><br/>With the rise of the Aerodrome and the more expansion of airships in their way of survival, then it became a necessity to grow more on the idea of using airships to grow their reach and reclaim their home. However, there was a problem, they did not know the name of their continent and the text about the continent's name were forgotten or even named their continent during the reign of the Old Theocratium. They could their continent Vox'moxia, in which it translates to Ashlands or Deathlands which explained their current explored lands being nothing but death and difficulty to flourish without the aid of technology and the magic that had started to show much more stronger now they had came out of the underground though it had not made any significant progress in order to try and show a stronger use of magic in their civilization but their is a connection to their exposure to the ash that they grow and strength naturally then if they were underground.<br/><br/>During this time saw a lot of changes. Among the most important is that airships have started to become dynamic in the way normal naval ships would and they had made their own classifications so that they can make their own economy on trying to explore and build the airships and develop their own aerial navy. This has also came with the rise of crime as they use the airships to make the first sky pirates in Xel'nox's history that they hid in the unexplored or uncharted places and ruins of the Old Theocratium and caused trouble for people trying to look at the Old Theocratium as a new, brave frontier that they can grab from the ground up.<br/><br/>The only way the castes were going to fight these renegades was to get renegades of their own. While doing something like this was how they got the Sax'fro in the Old Theocratium times, the same will be used but of different effect. The first called on the prisoners and madmen to become their force of the skies in exchange for pardons, but others came instead. Warshamans, traders, engineers, bounty hunters, and mercenaries of all types came to the call in exchange for their own caste to call their own and be recognized as such. While some did not like the idea, such as the Warshamans who in history had to prove their might in order to be recognized as such a invaluable force to their nation at the time of the Old Theocratium, they had said that they had no choice but to accept the terms and thus formed the Hemo'shiv or the Skeleton Crews.<br/><br/>The Skeleton Crews had became the secondary arm of the Xel'nox military that was giving more importance then the Warshamans as they did not just fight the sky pirates with their own tactics, but they also were traders, explores, and settlers of the lands of the Old Theocratium as they were able to find more and map out the new lands of Vox'moxia as they have ushered in more ways to make airships faster and have claimed the Skyborn as their own kin and they had also called their airships their homes and have been usable in the way the Sax'fro have been used to push their people forward back in the times of the Old Theocratium.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">[Infrastructure] Zon'friex: Once a collection of underground vaults that had held all of the collective knowledge that Xel'nox had either stolen or discovered on their own, but they had mostly stolen it, and had found themselves once they had came out of their vaults and had became a bustling city with a labyrinth made of roads and corridors that connect to districts that lend a hand to one another and find the city that they have become and build for the betterment of themselves. Zon'friex is called the Glowing City or the City of Ash as they had settled under the ash that had toppled them and the most powerful nations. It is also called the Glowing City because it has a large network of crystals that glow a rainbow of colors and also the large industrialization that had never been seen since the year of Veer'gornash, which was the last era before the Dark Times. The city's workings are of common place and it now houses 42,000 embers that still flicker among the darkness. The City is nearly hidden from the naked eye but the only thing that can be sought is the various holes that lift up smoke and vapor that are symbols of advancement and a new age for them.<br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The Ar'forgual Aerodrome: The first city that is made outside of the city of Zon'frex. It is a nexus for the Stao'nonxizil's own airships that are used to explore the Old Theocratium and to make homesteads as they rely on it to try and quickly explore the Old Theocratium and Xel'nox to see what survives and what hasn't. Right now, 8,000 have called this Aerodrome home and made it partially a city in both underground and topside. Ar'forgual is mostly topside and some underground as they have a place for the Skyborn, people who have made a living and have called their airships their houses instead of their underground counterparts, and also for the rest of their underground civilization as their an assortment of taverns, business, and shipyards for airships but they also have more crime that also make more Warshamans look for more security but are usually turn a blind eye because the Skyborn can handle the their own trouble but general security is still with the Warshamans but they are usually giving trust to the Skyborn to handle their business and the at some times, the general people.<br/><br/>[Agent] Xi'shik: Inventor, Shaman, and current leader of the Sax'fro. The Sax'fro at one time were one of the most intensive spy agencies in the world before the Dark Times, they were formed for the use of exploration and gathering of knowledge when the Theocratium of Xel'nox made their one and only colony, Xergiok, on Tredera and the Sax'fro caste was prevalent in obtaining most of the technology and knowledge of Tredera that rivaled other powers of spies in the world. When the Dark Times came, they retreated with the rest and had gained power as the leaders of the remnants and became intertwined with the new beliefs and culture of the Stao'nonxizil. Xi'shik is skilled in deciphering the ancient text that the Sax'fro used that became the new language of their people and ushered in the inventions that they had discovered long ago at the end of Veer'gornash. The Sax'fro caste still hold an a power over their people as spies, assassins, and now leaders of their civilization, but they are still but a shadow of the legend they used to be, but the new age can bring better legends and a new power for them. <br/><br/>[Forces] Zel'nov Warshamans: A mixture of the two sects of the Warshaman caste that once fought for the Amarites in the past. In the past, the most elite of their cast became the Quo'nox, the ones trained in fighting by the Amarites and led their brothers and sisters to war in what was called Wild Thunder's March, which was led by the Quo'nox Warshaman Myxsti'thyx, which is known to the Old Languages as Wild Thunder and he was a master tactician and the one who wrote the Huen, or the Warshaman's own version of unconventional warfare that allowed them to be famous auxiliaries that won them several victories, both offensive and defensive. When all Warshamans were called underground, then they had joined each other as a hybrid lead as they were the first ones to try and scavenge, reclaim, and explore Xel'nox and they had became more in line to stealth and skirmishing then their old styles of combat. They also are trained in guns and weapons of different types, but they prefer weapons for accuracy and stealth that allows them to take out their forces with precision then brute force like of Old Times.<br/><br/>[Forces] Hemo'shiv/Skeleton Crews: Known as the Warriors of the Skyborn and known as the Warshamans of the skies. These forces have become the true arm of Xel'nox as they have became the stable of the use of a growing rise of a aerial navy and the commonplace of airshsips and airship homes. They have became a large force quickly which had became for both use in merchant use, exploration, and general bounty hunting and mercenary work. The Skeleton Crews fight fierce and underhand and do not care about honor unlike their troop counterparts, even though they fight with stealth and skirmishing but at least they fight with some honor in their way. Their airships come in all shapes in sizes and continually grows as their Aerodrome gets bigger and the knowledge is becoming more commonplace. The different types of airships that used things like gatling guns and cannons or even drop explosives have been of use when combating heavily defended pirate outpost out in the ruins of the Old Theocratium or other enemies they may come after them. <br/><br/>[Culture] The Storm Rides Again/The Statues of Az'martinx: The natives of Xel'nox resistant outside influence even when they were offered to learn. Their culture is known to be the most alien of them all and they love it and their beliefs are no different. Their storm gods of their Parthenon were at once 3200 alone and statues littered their entire civilization. Now their belief is more reformed and still eldritch as their gods and even revered ancestors are transformed into what one will call to be horrible and repulsive, but it is unique and show the part of their belief that like a storm, they will always rise and ride again.<br/><br/>[Knowledge] Steam Power: In Veer'gornash, steam power and the Industrial Revolution was starting for them but then the Dark Times came. Now it was a revival to what they never had completely grasp until the end of the world. The power of the Steam had allowed for them to fully see the sight of industrialization and the use of steam that allowed them to do lots of things, one of the many things was to use if for mining, building, and refining as well as learning about the use of the first taste of machinery that started to bring in factories to their sections of the city and the smoke and vapor started to rise out of the very ground itself.<br/><br/>[Knowledge] Chemistry: The thing that all natives of Xel'nox do know, from the fertilizer to gunpowder and explosives. They had decipher this the most out of all the text they were able to search for in the vaults they have been able to secure themselves in. It, with Biology, had became the foundations of bringing back horticulture and balance out the industrialization and the naturalism, though it only extends to growing mushrooms much better and larger though it has even better workings. They also allowed them to do things like rediscover gunpowder and the use of acids and explosives for both domestic and militaristic means. This also helps them in trying to survey the ground topsoil that they use the chemistry when it came to send out expeditions and trying to figure out if the ash is still in the land.<br/>Starting location (You can specify specific locations on the map or non specific ones, such as Tropical coastline, Desert, Rocky mountains): <br/>Underground in the Satizmi Waste, Northern Xel'nox, though the only thing you will see about the civilization is the smoke fumes that come out in a matter of holes.<br/><br/>[Magic] Wisdom of the Ash: The first instances in history for them is that magic has been developed by unknown means. The people that have been gifted with the magic have been able to harness the ash that is around Xel'nox and has called it the Wisdom of the Ash<br/><br/>[ Knowledge] Biology: Biology has been rediscovered as a means of increase agriculture and to help with the explorations topside.<br/><br/>[Knowledge] Engineering: Large scale construction has been reintroduced and been used to its fully effects so that they can have more room to grow underground and have better planning for their buildings and such.<br/><br/> [Knowledge] Calculus: The first use and understanding of advance mathematics ever since Veer'gornash when they were just learning the concept and trying to implement it before the apocalypse but now the rediscover of it has brought them back into the idea of advancing their math skills for other projects and theories that they have in mind for the future of their civilization.<br/><br/>[Knowledge] Astronomy: Found by an now extinct Warhsaman cult, the uses of Astronomy and the Chronoshamans have been pivotal for the history of the Old Theocratium and now is the only thing that can help them learn about the outside and try to discover the lost history of the Dark Times.<br/><br/>Beyond Lvl 1 Technologies<br/><br/>[Knowledge] Physics: The studies of Lro'max and the uncovering of yet another thing that was going to be of use throughout the Old Theorcratium. The study of Physics could have ushered in new ways for the Theocratium to use it's power to harness the true power of the Storm Gods and to be able to fight more efficiently, and possibly even fly! The fabled studies of Lro'max have became the Stano'zanilxi's top priority and it will take them more then a few years but they shall complete it with the upmost importance.<br/>The Warshamans had started to improve their weaponry that had started to make them use upgraded bullets and gunsmithing styles that had jumped them up a good start from their original settings. Airships have been developed and are being used in early stages of explorations have also given the insights that they may be able to reclaim the Old Theocratium. This also yield the foundations of beginning of other technologies that are locked away in the vaults but time is of the essence if they are to truly prosper in their new, harsher landscape.</div></div></div>"
7797,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=50,2014-12-13T10:20:00,The Almighty Bob,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">The Free Gygaxi Republic</span></span></span><br/>Over the next ten years, there was a massive technological boom in New Gygax. Many new technologies were discovered, including the methods needed to create steam power [+1 Knowledge: Steam Power] and a basic understanding of how the human body works [+1 Knowledge: Biology]. From this knowledge, the Scientist developed a new science to cure diseases, which he called medicine [+1 Knowledge: Medicine].<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Items""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">[Agents]</span></span> (3)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Ancient:</span> The leader of this small group of Gygaxi. He takes his inspiration from the mythical figure The Elder. He is extremely charismatic and holds the group together. (Reign for 10 years)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Scientist:</span> A madman who is intent on discovering the secrets of the Remnants and advancing knowledge. Also wears lots of funny hats for some reason.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Revolutionary:</span> A mysterious figure who wears many suits and speaks in riddles half of the time. Nobody's really sure why he's here or what he wants, but he looks pretty sharp.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">[Forces]</span></span> (2)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Militia:</span> Almost everybody here knows how to use a weapon. They haven't got any formal training, but they can certainly hold their own in a fight.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Gygaxi Purity Party:</span> A lunatic fringe of xenophobes and racists who wish to prevent all outside influences upon Gygaxi way of life. They are small in number, but highly dangerous.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">[Infrastructure] </span></span> (2)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Old Gygax:</span> The ancient city of Gygax, filled with strange wonders and beautiful buildings. Many of the less practical constructions are nothing but piles of rubble now, but from this rubble and the buildings still standing, the Gygaxi make their home.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">New Homes:</span> The Gygaxi were running rather short on living space, so they constructed some more. Plenty of room now.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">[Culture] </span></span> (3)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Remnants:</span> What remains of Old Gygax and the mysterious Gygax is where the Gygaxi draw most of their inspiration and cultural identity from. Ancient statues of long-forgotten idols stand ruined by the passage of time and something greater. Something unknown and dangerous. Something unspeakable.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Strange Cult:</span> Some of the less practical among the Gygaxi worship evil and unforgiving gods, claiming that these must have caused the Cataclysm. Most dismiss these claims out of hand, but many believe that these cultists are on to something...<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">A Quite Good Book:</span> Lots of...y'know...pages. And...ideas. Thoughts, yeah? Alright, I'll be honest, I haven't actually read the thing, but I'm assured it's quite good.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">[Knowledge] </span></span> (6)<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">*Level 1*</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Engineering:</span> The Gygaxi learned much of architecture from studying the work of their ancestors. They pride themselves on their aesthetic abilities and solid workmanship. Knocking down Gygaxi buildings is not easy. Also, they can construct basic clockwork such as a...clock. But not a very good clock.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Chemistry:</span> Making things explode since 5 A.C.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Calculus:</span> Making 11th graders' heads explode since 3 A.C.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Steam Power:</span> You know, crazy machines powered by heated water. Basic stuff here.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Biology:</span> All the nasty biological processes that keep you ticking.<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">*Level 2*</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Medicine:</span> Saving the world from various diseases with the power of SCIENCE!!!</div></div></div>"
7798,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=50,2014-12-13T11:46:00,New Fraulasia,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Strausberg <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=22766120#p22766120"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>The soldiers marched side by side in the middle a cravan of goods and a few scholars. They watched closely as a soldier come out to meet them. The Commander order the soldiers to lower there weapons and see what he had to say while he continued to move the cravan on seeing no reason for it to stop. On the back of a Yak which had become the only riding animal at the time seeing as how horses where rather scarce in the mountain homes. The Commander went forward to meet the soldier, ""мы пришли на севере в горах. мы мечи железного короля, кто ты? (we come from the north, in the mountains. we are the swords of the Iron King, Who are you?)"" The commander asked in his native tongue ignorant of any other languages the soldier spoke and instead brought out gold as a gift hoping he would get the message they where friendly.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Northeastern Border, 1975 A.O.P.</span><br/>Richter slowed as he reached the head of the column. Their apparent leader approached, mounted on a curious animal. The leader said something in a language very different, but with several familiar words. ""The mountains? The north?"" Richter said in what he hoped was a passing rendition of their language ""Follow me."" he gestured back to the outpost."
7799,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=50,2014-12-13T11:56:00,Harkback Union,"And a piece of harkback history is lost forever.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">I accidentally edited an old post when I tried to copy the item list...</div></div></div>"
7800,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=50,2014-12-13T12:18:00,Levis Avara,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Railroad</span><br/>The Altarian Republic was bigger now and had to connect the land somehow.So in order to connect the territory scientist began experimenting and reinvented the railroad.Already ancient railroads cross the lands of Leon, Bella,and Arcea but these are beyond repair but engineers still get the basic concept from them.Already railroads are being constructed from to increase commerce and communication this will improve things greatly has supplies and resources could be moved faster.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Railroad</div></div></div>"
7801,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=50,2014-12-13T12:34:00,New Fraulasia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=22774764#p22774764"">wrote</a>:</cite>During the 4th 5 year plan, harkback ships finally reach Goffsill... or what remains of it. According to an old tourist guide, the city's skyline is supposed to look much different. <br/><br/></div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lotill, approx. 1980 A.O.P.</span><br/>""Your serenity, there is something you would like to see, or someone who would like to see you,""<br/>Sheev Riconcion Goloffer, last Philosopher Lord of Old Goffsill and first Philogoffer King of the Neo-Goffsill rose and groaned, joints protesting, leaning heavily on his cane.<br/>""It had better not be Redderson again, asking about the new appointments,"" he tried to joke, but the humor was lost on his concerned ward.<br/>""Your serenity, please, allow me to assist you.""<br/>""No one assisted me during the flood, crossing the Goffline; I'll hardly require assistance crossing my own court."" Sheev good-naturedly said, and walked to the veranda of the Council Hall, overlooking Lotill. Indeed, ships were docked in the harbors of the Goffline. Sheev waved the aide over ""Son, my eyes aren't quite what they once were, could you describe the flags these ships fly?""<br/>""Your serenity, these ships, fly flags I would say are very much like the historical Zadox.""<br/>""What?""<br/>""These ships appear to be Zadoxi- sir? Sir!""<br/>Sheev needed no other description. He was off like a...man several years younger, across the court atrium, down the staircase and into the courtyard, walking as briskly as he could. He came to the harbors, breathing heavily. When he had relaxed, he stood himself up tall, and walked alongside one of the ships. In his practiced I'm-being-officious tone,<br/>""Are you those of Zadox, who were friends to the Goffsill in the days of old?'"
7802,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=50,2014-12-13T13:01:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Fraulasia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=22782674#p22782674"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=22774764#p22774764"">wrote</a>:</cite>During the 4th 5 year plan, harkback ships finally reach Goffsill... or what remains of it. According to an old tourist guide, the city's skyline is supposed to look much different. <br/><br/></div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lotill, approx. 1980 A.O.P.</span><br/> ""Your serenity, there is something you would like to see, or someone who would like to see you,""<br/> Sheev Riconcion Goloffer, last Philosopher Lord of Old Goffsill and first Philogoffer King of the Neo-Goffsill rose and groaned, joints protesting, leaning heavily on his cane. <br/> ""It had better not be Redderson again, asking about the new appointments,"" he tried to joke, but the humor was lost on his concerned ward. <br/> ""Your serenity, please, allow me to assist you.""<br/> ""No one assisted me during the flood, crossing the Goffline; I'll hardly require assistance crossing my own court."" Sheev good-naturedly said, and walked to the veranda of the Council Hall, overlooking Lotill. Indeed, ships were docked in the harbors of the Goffline. Sheev waved the aide over ""Son, my eyes aren't quite what they once were, could you describe the flags these ships fly?""<br/> ""Your serenity, these ships, fly flags I would say are very much like the historical Zadox.""<br/> ""What?""<br/> ""These ships appear to be Zadoxi- sir? Sir!""<br/> Sheev needed no other description. He was off like a...man several years younger, across the court atrium, down the staircase and into the courtyard, walking as briskly as he could. He came to the harbors, breathing heavily. When he had relaxed, he stood himself up tall, and walked alongside one of the ships. In his practiced I'm-being-officious tone, <br/> ""Are you those of Zadox, who were friends to the Goffsill in the days of old?'</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Captain Leru-Fussfolt of the Maritime Zadox."" - Captain<br/><div align=""center""><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Fussfolt""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://fc08.deviantart.net/fs70/f/2010/140/5/9/5926e043b46627a5464456a45d3afd66.jpg""/></div></div></div></div><br/>Introduced himself with great pride. He he spoke fluently the language and perhaps knew the most about Goffsill and all of Harkback. - ""I'm thrilled... and honored to be the first harkback to set foot on this land."" - The crew of the ship curiously abandoned their vessel and lined up behind their captain. Some of them carried crude, melee weapons while few of them had gunpowder-powered rifles. They tried their best to conceal the weapons...<br/><br/>""We are Glad to know that the people of Goffsill survived the darkest of days and we hope that you will appriciate the surprise we prepared for you"" - Said the captain."
7803,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=75,2014-12-13T13:27:00,Greater Franco-Iberia,-snip-
7804,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=75,2014-12-13T13:46:00,United Soviet Jason Republic,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The City of Leto</span></span><br/><br/>The city was thriving. The new school of Dar Al-Hikman was making new technologies that turned the world on its head. The myths of the north became facts of the sandy south. Former prince Harq took over after his father died. Naming himself Sulitan Harq Al-Ada he became a larger supporter of the arts and sciences. With this he desired to have the north and south explored. The mounted Levi were sent north and south to explore these lands and see if they held promise. In the schools the Dar Al-Hikman school made break through in Calculus, unlocking the secrets of the mathematical world. To the layman the first new shocking breakthrough in technology was the steam engine. This development allowed for deeper mining operations and the faster transportation of goods up river. These new economic benefits turned into greater benefits for other sectors. The Sulitan was a man of the arts and of building. Now with the empire in his control he started to devise new ways of building, learning and growing. To the dismay of the nomads he was more of a settler then a man of their tribe. Several lords were upset by this. Those that desired land to roam the Sulitan sent off to explore. It was a temporary fix.<br/><br/>One other major invention rocked the wold. Flying ships. With the discovery of physics the first ships of the skies were made. At first they were the playthings of the Sulitan. He toured the skies, looking down at the city. The machines were large and inefficient. They had more shock and awe then use. Still, the Sulitan wanted to use them. He had the school follow up these new devices with more. The Sulitan would rewards those who were the first to travel across the desert in these new ships that were not bound by land or water.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Ruins of Ameralite</span></span><br/><br/>The Raiders of Leto sailed around the Great Bay in search of other cities. They found one site that was of notice. The city seemed to be in shambles. Something had happened here ages ago. Thought it was mostly empty people still lived in the city. Thought it was not claimed yet, it was discussed settling it for the Empire. They would ask the Sulitan before doing any actions. Until then, the went through the ruins of the city.<br/><br/><br/><br/><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""The Empire""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">16<br/><br/>[Agents] Prince Hauabar Al-Ada, son of Harq this man is following in the footsteps of his great grand father, focusing more on the military. <br/><br/><br/>[Agents] Sulitan Harq Al-Ada: Taught at the school of Dar Al-Hikman and versed in the ways of culture, Prince Harq is interested in engineering. His first city to rule will be his toy for politics and construction. He is focused on culture and a sound political base. <br/><br/>[Forces] The King maintains a large force of nomadic warriors called The Firmi. These troops were raised in the desert and are most skilled at mounted combat. Levies from the city were later on integrated into the force in order to maintain order in cities in the small country. These levies are armed mostly with spears and swords, but more elite units have muskets.<br/><br/>[Forces] Another left over from the collapse of the old empire is the idea of a navy. Upon reuniting the Empire the Raiders were created to protect off shore fishing and shipping. Ships that were left over from the old empire often resorted to raiding as a source of resources. The idea of the navy remains and is built upon piracy. <br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The City of Leto still stands. Despite it being nearly abandoned after the old empire collapsed the large, deep ports inside of the city were returned to and inhabited again. The city has very little notable about it and stands at the mouth of the Lea river, the lifeblood of the Settled and Nomadic people.<br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The city of Akksum has been taken into the realm. The city is home to a new palace, temple and ports. Under the rule of Harq Al-Ada the city's population grew. Walls would be constructed around the city, a market place built and trade between the desert would grow. The city has a library, sprawling markets, and a palace of its own. <br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The city of Bagghar is little more than a port city and trading outpost. From the north it if the first city in which trade is brought into the Empire. Frequented by merchants it is a bustling market. From this city nomads take goods south to Akksum or Leto. <br/><br/>[Culture] The Hymes of Dar Al-Hikman, a renound art school before the collapse of the old empire have now been turned into a holy book. The school was re founded after the return of inhabitants to the city of Leto. The book comprises of hymns from the settled and nomadic people and preach respect for the desert and water. Often times the desert and ocean are referred to as being liquids, as they both seem to flow and have waves. The classic book provides the moral and civil codes of the people in the Empire. <br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">-Level One-</span><br/>[Knowledge] Navigation: In the dark times the people living on the coast depended on the livelihood that for generations saved their lives: fishing. This simple act required the ability to construct well made ships and use the wind. The tides and waters of the area near the Empire is well known. Sailors are taken in high regard as they helped provide food to the inland when civilization collapsed. As over fishing became an issue the sailors headed deeper into the ocean to catch more fish. In the darkest of times the fishing trade all bust collapsed. The fish population returned and the knowledge of the ocean was kept alive. Navigation also plays a roll in traveling through the sand seas of the desert.<br/><br/>[Knowledge] Engineering, Chemistry, Steam Power, Calculus<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Level Two</span><br/>[Knowledge] Physics <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">CARDS</span><br/>Cultural Revolution<br/>Rally of the people<br/>Secret Police</div></div></div>"
7805,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=75,2014-12-13T14:17:00,New Fraulasia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=22782922#p22782922"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""Captain Leru-Fussfolt of the Maritime Zadox."" - Captain <br/><div align=""center""><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Fussfolt""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://fc08.deviantart.net/fs70/f/2010/140/5/9/5926e043b46627a5464456a45d3afd66.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div></div></div></div><br/>Introduced himself with great pride. He he spoke fluently the language and perhaps knew the most about Goffsill and all of Harkback. - ""I'm thrilled... and honored to be the first harkback to set foot on this land."" - The crew of the ship curiously abandoned their vessel and lined up behind their captain. Some of them carried crude, melee weapons while few of them had gunpowder-powered rifles. They tried their best to conceal the weapons...<br/><br/>""We are Glad to know that the people of Goffsill survived the darkest of days and we hope that you will appriciate the surprise we prepared for you"" - Said the captain.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lotill, approx 1980 A.O.P.</span><br/>Philogoffer King Sheev, one of the last of the true Old Goffsill, smiled broadly, leaning on his cane,<br/>""Ah, my friends, then I shall call a decree, the Philisopher Lords to council, and you, you shall stay at the Council Hall, yes."" He made for them to follow, ""And don't worry, the Hall is perhaps the safest place in Lotill, those weapons will not be needed."" Sheev added, almost as an afterthought."
7806,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=75,2014-12-13T14:32:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Fraulasia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=22783836#p22783836"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=22782922#p22782922"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""Captain Leru-Fussfolt of the Maritime Zadox."" - Captain <br/><div align=""center""><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Fussfolt""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://fc08.deviantart.net/fs70/f/2010/140/5/9/5926e043b46627a5464456a45d3afd66.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div></div></div></div><br/>Introduced himself with great pride. He he spoke fluently the language and perhaps knew the most about Goffsill and all of Harkback. - ""I'm thrilled... and honored to be the first harkback to set foot on this land."" - The crew of the ship curiously abandoned their vessel and lined up behind their captain. Some of them carried crude, melee weapons while few of them had gunpowder-powered rifles. They tried their best to conceal the weapons...<br/><br/>""We are Glad to know that the people of Goffsill survived the darkest of days and we hope that you will appriciate the surprise we prepared for you"" - Said the captain.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lotill, approx 1980 A.O.P.</span><br/> Philogoffer King Sheev, one of the last of the true Old Goffsill, smiled broadly, leaning on his cane, <br/> ""Ah, my friends, then I shall call a decree, the Philisopher Lords to council, and you, you shall stay at the Council Hall, yes."" He made for them to follow, ""And don't worry, the Hall is perhaps the safest place in Lotill, those weapons will not be needed."" Sheev added, almost as an afterthought.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Very well then. MAN, Leave your weapons here... and bring the Crate."" - Said the captain. His crew abandoned their weapons and followed the Noble Man of Goffsill. They weren't sure if he was the king, But he was certanly an important figure. When they arrived at the hall, The captain ordered the crate's contents to be handed over to the people of Lotill.<br/><br/>As the crate was opened, White smoke emerged from within. It took a few second before it dispersed and the crate's contents could be seen properly...<br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">A Potato. - ""More then a Millenia Ago, The people of Goffsill Gifted the harkback a few dozen potatoes. One of them was preserved by the cult, submerged in oils. We Brought it here to give it back to you, in case we were to meet."" - Said the Captain</div></div></div>"
7807,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=75,2014-12-13T15:34:00,New Fraulasia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=22784039#p22784039"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""Very well then. MAN, Leave your weapons here... and bring the Crate."" - Said the captain. His crew abandoned their weapons and followed the Noble Man of Goffsill. They weren't sure if he was the king, But he was certanly an important figure. When they arrived at the hall, The captain ordered the crate's contents to be handed over to the people of Lotill.<br/><br/>As the crate was opened, White smoke emerged from within. It took a few second before it dispersed and the crate's contents could be seen properly...<br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">A Potato. - ""More then a Millenia Ago, The people of Goffsill Gifted the harkback a few dozen potatoes. One of them was preserved by the cult, submerged in oils. We Brought it here to give it back to you, in case we were to meet."" - Said the Captain</div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lotill, 1980 A.O.P.</span><br/>The day literally could not get any better for King Sheev.<br/>""Friends, this has made up my mind, I am Sheev, Philogoffer King of this New Goffsill. And this-"" he pointed down at the preserved potato ""is the greatest gift that has ever been given in this city. Now, you must be tired, traveling the length of the Goffline"" he motioned to an aide ""The boy will show you to the guest rooms. I shall meet with you again, but for now, I must confer with the Philogoffer Lords."""
7808,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=75,2014-12-13T16:42:00,Greater Franco-Iberia,"<div align=""center""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""> Off the coast of Zyrasia </span></span></div><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Post-Common Era, 011 (P.C.E 011)</span></div><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-lH0-ouwF7Uw/VIvfVEEP7nI/AAAAAAAAAEU/cYQNytA-7UQ/w44-h52-no/Glyph2.png""/></div><br/><br/>Far away from the lands of the Confederacy, a forgotten sailboat drifts across the waves. Atop it's mast flew a faded and outdated version of the Argonian Confederacy's flag, and it's large triangular sail lies limp. The crew lies asleep beneath the deck, awaiting a wind home. It had been years since the ship had left the ports of the Confederacy, years since the crew had seen their family and friends, they had run out of food months ago and their fishing equipment was wearing down. Their mission had simply been to explore and return after 2 months, however their navigation charts were useless without the stars to guide them, and after a few months of cloudy weather they found unfamiliar northern skies. It had been almost 10 years since their departure, half the crew had died of influenza and still there was no land in sight. However, that would soon change. As the crew slept, a swift wind picked up, and suddenly their sails filled with air and the ship shot even further north. Unbeknownst to the crew, the ship had actually been extremely close to the northern shore, and within a few short hours the seacraft slammed into the coast with a crash. The sudden change in velocity caused the sailors on-board to be flung out of their hammocks with a crash, slamming into any nearby walls. Any of the crew that had survived the sever concussions caused by suddenly slamming into the walls of the ship were killed when the whole entire rotted hull collapsed in on itself, unable to handle it's collision with the shore.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Items""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">[Infrastructure x2]Nova Retimoni:<br/>Retimoni is an ancient city of the Confederacy, long since destroyed and worn down by endless invasions and battles. The capital of the realm is named after this once great city. It sits atop the mountain famous for the Argon Falls, and is heavily defended by tall stone walls, and the massive mortars that can be found on every city block. The city is not large, but it does not need to be as it is mostly made up of the aristocrats and chiefs of Confederate society. It has a rudimentary plumbing system and is known for it's cultural output.<br/><br/>[Forces] The Red Legion: <br/>A large force that specializes in artillery warfare. It contains large amounts of the most advanced weaponry accessible to the Confederacy, it's gunpowder units are admired for their bravery, blood lust and efficiency, whilst it is lacking in cavalry and melee infantry. It is a 200 year old army, and takes pride in its traditions and history. It is currently stationed at Nova Retimoni.<br/><br/>[Agent] Logik Bachtrade:<br/>Logik is an amazing and odd scientist, inventer of the ""airwheel"" and the man who sparked the Confederacies Technological Revolution. <br/><br/>[Culture] The Gods Park: All of the most important ancient memorials and statues of the Gods of the various tribes in the Confederacy have been sitting in this one park in the ruins of Retimoni for hundreds of years. Around the beautiful yet eerie overgrown ruins of the once mighty city lie the idols, all slightly overgrown but still extremely beautiful and unique. Most are bronze, stone or gold, however a few are made of strange materials that are as of yet unknown to the Confederacy. Thousands make insanely long pilgrimages here, and you can always expect a few people quietly praying to their gods.<br/><br/>[Knowledge x3] Extremely Advanced Gunpowder Weaponry (Chemistry): Since the dark days of the apocalypse, the Confederation has stood out due to its weapons. Here you can find such wonders as bolt-loaded rifles, Gatling guns (Hand cranked.) , and the massive and awe inspiring artillery that can be found almost anywhere in the empire. The Confederation has some of the fastest reloading and longest ranged gunpowder weaponry in the world, and they are proud of it.<br/><br/>The Power of Steam: Already being harnessed with the few ironclads prowling the waters and the massive amount of factories springing up like mushrooms in fall all over the empire, steam power is clearly the future.<br/><br/>Engineering: Towers that reach up and touch the sky are scattered throughout the Confederate lands.</div></div></div>"
7809,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=75,2014-12-13T16:46:00,Ralnis,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Horn of Kyriact,<br/>Xion'syr 0</span><br/><br/>The new era came to the Stao'nonxizil as new airships were coming together with steam power to make new ideas flourish. First, the new airships relied on new steam engines to work with propellers and started to make their way into new prototypes to make their way of moving faster then the normal ones that use old rudder and gas mixtures to just lift and move with the twist of pulls and levies. These airships were able to give more control for the crew so they may move at a breakneck pace and even longer range then their normal airships but they are costly with the new ideas flourishing and some were thing the cost was not worth the ship if it cannot be en masse. The Skeleton Crews working on the airships had an idea, they will use some of the old maps and go across the sea to the fabled land of Tredera and show them the use of the power that the new airships have and will be worth the expanse.<br/><br/>The name was called the Horn of Kyriact, the god of the Skyborn which had became a known figure in ushering circles of the Skeleton Crews. They have come to the idea to find what was beyond the seas and find out if their is any civilization and if not, then report back with the success nevertheless. The Horn was made of new and old designs but they figure it was because of the transition to the new techniques that will make the ideas flourish and they will start making history for the Stao'nonxizil and they will perhaps get a new fame throughout their caste and mark their place in history.<br/><br/>The airship left on its maiden voyage across the sea from the Areodrome with a Skeleton Crew of 70 men and women with the Skymaster, Skymaster Loik who was one of the most experience Skymasters of the Skyborn and the Skeleton Crews who are presented to do this during the rise of airships in the known world. The journals and sayings of the men had written stories that the propellars and the steam engine was the largest of its time and the heat would keep the engineer up so they would need to send in ice cubes to try and cool them down and started to switch out the engineers on shift so they could get some cool air on the top deck and then go back to checking the engine and the propellers to see if they don't jam or they will be running on float power for the reminder of their trip.<br/><br/>Fortunately for them, everything was good and they were able to reach the fabled land of Tredera. A lot of awe was seen as the land looked amazing then they had heard from the stories that were told by oral tradition and by the stories left by the old vaults of Zon'frex. When they saw the ruins of the old empire of the Amerites, some of them had mixed results as they heard the stories of Wild Thunder's March and had taken many colonies with the help of the Amerites before the Dark Times and they had heard that they control the former colonies of the Amerites, which was something to see so close to them. However, they saw what looked like people throughout their travels among the ruins and saw throughout their spyglasses to see smaller, primitive airships flying through what seem to be a city or a capital city, apparently they had stumbled upon desert that remind them of home and they came near the airspace and wondered if they should touch down, which the Skymaster gave them a few more minutes to see what might happen if they had cannons or anything hostile to them and they saw the airships that were not numerous and large as theirs so they maybe surprised to seem someone so foreign that could be different to them, so they had said it was better to circle the city to see what happens.<br/>( This is the city of Leto)"
7810,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=75,2014-12-13T16:46:00,Seno Zhou Varada,"<span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Age of the Marks</span></span><br/><br/>5 years before Siochanna came to Zyrasian control. Zykra still safely hidden only known by the Zyrasians. As Siochanna was added the river region came under control 5 years afterwards signaling a new era as territory was taken back. Keya even though in her later years still kept control of the scavengers and now the whole reclaimers of New Zyras. This new land revealed old factories along the river that used it's power to produce items. The pollution however from the records seems to disappear when one of the expedition members with great magical power gets a scrape and blood went into the river. This would have to be investigated but more pressing concerns came.<br/><br/>A ship had slammed into the shore and it seemed that the whole crew had died. This meant humans were still alive in the world. But also the possibility of them being hostile. A few hours later mages approached one of the dead bodies. Their tattoos on their foreheads began to glow and one of them grabbed the corpse's arm and went into a deep trance for a minute before letting go. She then said in a tired voice ""the pain of his death clouded past memories also he was asleep when he died didn't help"". She then let 2 other mages hold her up as her legs gave out. A side effect of powerful magic use.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Infrastructure: Siochanna: An ancient city once owned by the Zyrasians and now back in their hands. While not totally destroyed it will take some time to fix.<br/>Infrastructure: Asiris River Region: The Asiris river once housed many factories, powered them, and supported people. Now it doesn't but it can in the future.<br/>Culture: Viva la Revolution: The Zyrasians are an independent, free, people who don't tolerate conquerers, slavers, racists, and bigots. These defiant people don't take crap from nobody anytime at all.<br/>Infrastructure: New Zyras: The great reclaimed city of New Zyras. Home to thousands of years of history and many revolutions. While damaged it's being repaired and finally the Zyrasians will take to the land.<br/>Infrastructure: Spirit: The floating city that kept these people alive. Armed by cannons and fireworks using heavy bombardment on enemies to keep them away and using steam power it slowly moves along. Advanced fishing machines and whaling guns also are on the city for food and fuel harvesting. It houses 20,000 people and has small farms to keep vitamin C and others up and some livestock but not much.<br/>Agent: Keya Vos Siochanna: The namesake of Keya the commander of the forces of the lost city of Siochanna. She is head scavenger of the reclaimers of New Zyras, a group dedicated to fixing New Zyras, scavenging relics, and clearing the city of looters. She operates in the Name of the Grand Council and is very experienced with outsiders, the few that remain. <br/>Forces: The Reclaimers of New Zyras: 3 sects, The Royal scavengers, The Vanguard, and The Navy. While the Zyrasians absolutely hate fighting they will do it if necessary. These 1st of course scavenges and cleans up New Zyras for settlers to come. The 2nd go out into the deadlands, ruined farms, and ruined factories to clear them out for the scavengers but usually patrol Spirit. The last explores the seas and makes sure no people come near Spirit. Now there is a small airforce of ballons with people in the baskets but that's for dangerous areas.<br/>Magic: Glyph magic: This magic while mysterious holds great power in major moments but can be controlled in minir ways like lighting a flame in your hand or other small ways. All Zyrasians have at least a little bit of it because of operation ""Zyrasian""...<br/>Knowledge:Physics: You see that apple? Gravity! Now I can also explain why the apple does what it does when I throw things. Also school children's heads now figuratively explode!</div></div></div>"
7811,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=75,2014-12-13T17:12:00,United Soviet Jason Republic,"<blockquote><div><cite>Ralnis <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=22785929#p22785929"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/> Fortunately for them, everything was good and they were able to reach the fabled land of Tredera. A lot of awe was seen as the land looked amazing then they had heard from the stories that were told by oral tradition and by the stories left by the old vaults of Zon'frex. When they saw the ruins of the old empire of the Amerites, some of them had mixed results as they heard the stories of Wild Thunder's March and had taken many colonies with the help of the Amerites before the Dark Times and they had heard that they control the former colonies of the Amerites, which was something to see so close to them. However, they saw what looked like people throughout their travels among the ruins and saw throughout their spyglasses to see smaller, primitive airships flying through what seem to be a city or a capital city, apparently they had stumbled upon desert that remind them of home and they came near the airspace and wondered if they should touch down, which the Skymaster gave them a few more minutes to see what might happen if they had cannons or anything hostile to them and they saw the airships that were not numerous and large as theirs so they maybe surprised to seem someone so foreign that could be different to them, so they had said it was better to circle the city to see what happens.<br/>( This is the city of Leto)</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The City of Leto</span></span><br/><br/>From the ground the busy city kept going as normal. It was strange to see this airship, but it was not uncommon. The common people noticed it was different from the other crafts. A few ships were in the air. Some from the school, others from wealthy merchants. Most notable the Royal Airship was preparing for its launch. The Sulitan was informed of this new ship in their skies. He was worried. Going out onto the palace terrace he could see the machine. It was smaller then the others. Taking out a telescope he looked closer. ""It it from the school?"" he asked.<br/>""No my liege,"" an aid replied. The Sulitan continued to watch it as it passed by, circling the city.<br/>""Are there any arms on it?"" the Sulitan asked. The aid shook his head again. This craft was different. It did not carry the imperial flag. The Sulitan finally gave orders for the school landing pad to be cleared and that his presence would be welcomed there. ""Ready my craft. We will greet these men. Have the palace guard on standby."" The guards rushed about. At the school landing pad a fire was lit, along with a signal to the ship. Hopefully they would see it and come to it."
7812,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=75,2014-12-13T17:47:00,Ralnis,"<blockquote><div><cite>United Soviet Jason Republic <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=22786252#p22786252"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/> <br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The City of Leto</span></span><br/><br/>From the ground the busy city kept going as normal. It was strange to see this airship, but it was not uncommon. The common people noticed it was different from the other crafts. A few ships were in the air. Some from the school, others from wealthy merchants. Most notable the Royal Airship was preparing for its launch. The Sulitan was informed of this new ship in their skies. He was worried. Going out onto the palace terrace he could see the machine. It was smaller then the others. Taking out a telescope he looked closer. ""It it from the school?"" he asked.<br/>""No my liege,"" an aid replied. The Sulitan continued to watch it as it passed by, circling the city.<br/>""Are there any arms on it?"" the Sulitan asked. The aid shook his head again. This craft was different. It did not carry the imperial flag. The Sulitan finally gave orders for the school landing pad to be cleared and that his presence would be welcomed there. ""Ready my craft. We will greet these men. Have the palace guard on standby."" The guards rushed about. At the school landing pad a fire was lit, along with a signal to the ship. Hopefully they would see it and come to it.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The ship had came down with the propellers being turned off and they had started to relief the steam out of the engine so they do not have it break down and exploded on them during travel. The people were scared to see them and wondered who or what they were and they wanted to know what was the markings on their airship, with one being a white star with a flame in the middle which symbolized the Stao'nonxizil and the other one was<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://img3.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20120213164830/reckoning/images/9/97/Reckoning-HouseOfValor.png"" rel=""nofollow"">this</a>for the Skeleton Crews of the Stao'nonxizil. A metallic blast door open with some steam being let out and the people that were surrounding it were afraid and some were starting to train their weapons at the door as it slid open and showed a group of people with bolt action rifles and grenades as they were shown to be very armed. They also wore entirely black as they wore darkened goggles and cloaks over them, some wore entire helmets with mask and were only known by the symbols on their shoulders or forearms. They seem to follow a figure that was also concealed and wore the same outfit as the rest but the symbol was larger and had more markings. The figure was apparently the leader of this group and they had a revolver on their side and a set of throwing knifes on the other with a shorter stocked rifle that seem to be a shotgun with a lever-action on the back. They were silent for the past few minutes and stared down those that had their weapons trained on them and some were getting their weapons trained at them as well but a hand gesture from the one in the front had motioned them to stand still and their fingers were not on the trigger but were quick to make sure that they will not be fired upon so easily. They awaited for the person who allowed them to land for they quickly deduced that none of them were the ones to do such a thing."
7813,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=75,2014-12-13T18:10:00,United Soviet Jason Republic,"<blockquote><div><cite>Ralnis <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=22786719#p22786719"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>United Soviet Jason Republic <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=22786252#p22786252"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/> <br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The City of Leto</span></span><br/><br/>From the ground the busy city kept going as normal. It was strange to see this airship, but it was not uncommon. The common people noticed it was different from the other crafts. A few ships were in the air. Some from the school, others from wealthy merchants. Most notable the Royal Airship was preparing for its launch. The Sulitan was informed of this new ship in their skies. He was worried. Going out onto the palace terrace he could see the machine. It was smaller then the others. Taking out a telescope he looked closer. ""It it from the school?"" he asked.<br/>""No my liege,"" an aid replied. The Sulitan continued to watch it as it passed by, circling the city.<br/>""Are there any arms on it?"" the Sulitan asked. The aid shook his head again. This craft was different. It did not carry the imperial flag. The Sulitan finally gave orders for the school landing pad to be cleared and that his presence would be welcomed there. ""Ready my craft. We will greet these men. Have the palace guard on standby."" The guards rushed about. At the school landing pad a fire was lit, along with a signal to the ship. Hopefully they would see it and come to it.</div></blockquote><br/><br/> The ship had came down with the propellers being turned off and they had started to relief the steam out of the engine so they do not have it break down and exploded on them during travel. The people were scared to see them and wondered who or what they were and they wanted to know what was the markings on their airship, with one being a white star with a flame in the middle which symbolized the Stao'nonxizil and the other one was <a class=""postlink"" href=""http://img3.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20120213164830/reckoning/images/9/97/Reckoning-HouseOfValor.png"" rel=""nofollow"">this</a> for the Skeleton Crews of the Stao'nonxizil. A metallic blast door open with some steam being let out and the people that were surrounding it were afraid and some were starting to train their weapons at the door as it slid open and showed a group of people with bolt action rifles and grenades as they were shown to be very armed. They also wore entirely black as they wore darkened goggles and cloaks over them, some wore entire helmets with mask and were only known by the symbols on their shoulders or forearms. They seem to follow a figure that was also concealed and wore the same outfit as the rest but the symbol was larger and had more markings. The figure was apparently the leader of this group and they had a revolver on their side and a set of throwing knifes on the other with a shorter stocked rifle that seem to be a shotgun with a lever-action on the back. They were silent for the past few minutes and stared down those that had their weapons trained on them and some were getting their weapons trained at them as well but a hand gesture from the one in the front had motioned them to stand still and their fingers were not on the trigger but were quick to make sure that they will not be fired upon so easily. They awaited for the person who allowed them to land for they quickly deduced that none of them were the ones to do such a thing.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The City of Leto</span></span><br/><br/>The Sunital strode into the courtyard in lush white robes highlighted in black. He wore a turban and had a ornately decorated saber by his side. On top of his headdress rested a gold leaf like crown. By the group of guards carrying muskets and black uniforms behind him it was obvious he was in charge. When the strangers first opened the doors of their craft the guards in the courtyard raised their arms at the ready. When the Sulitan walked in he looked around the room. With a gesture of his hand the other guards lowered their side arms. The man looked at the visitors. It was obvious they were from far away. Remembering his teachings he walked up to the group of men.<br/><br/>""One is always a stranger. The Settler will welcome the nomad in the strange lands. The nomad will welcome the settler into the herd. I am Sulitan Harq Al-Ada, ruler of these lands. We offer you due respects and honor under the Hymes of Dar Al-Hikman."" The Sulitan looked at the men. He doubted if they were men. Some worse masks that were alien to him. Maybe they were machines, like the beast they came from?"
7814,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=75,2014-12-13T18:42:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Fraulasia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=22784961#p22784961"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=22784039#p22784039"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""Very well then. MAN, Leave your weapons here... and bring the Crate."" - Said the captain. His crew abandoned their weapons and followed the Noble Man of Goffsill. They weren't sure if he was the king, But he was certanly an important figure. When they arrived at the hall, The captain ordered the crate's contents to be handed over to the people of Lotill.<br/><br/>As the crate was opened, White smoke emerged from within. It took a few second before it dispersed and the crate's contents could be seen properly...<br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">A Potato. - ""More then a Millenia Ago, The people of Goffsill Gifted the harkback a few dozen potatoes. One of them was preserved by the cult, submerged in oils. We Brought it here to give it back to you, in case we were to meet."" - Said the Captain</div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lotill, 1980 A.O.P.</span><br/> The day literally could not get any better for King Sheev. <br/> ""Friends, this has made up my mind, I am Sheev, Philogoffer King of this New Goffsill. And this-"" he pointed down at the preserved potato ""is the greatest gift that has ever been given in this city. Now, you must be tired, traveling the length of the Goffline"" he motioned to an aide ""The boy will show you to the guest rooms. I shall meet with you again, but for now, I must confer with the Philogoffer Lords.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The Zadoxians were Surprised to find out that they were so... close and personal with the King himself. They followed the instructions and enjoyed their stay at their new Quarters. All of them were eager to explore this realm and then return to Zadox with the good news... but One of the sailors was so curious, He sneaked out fo the Guest rooms and searched for the Philogoffer King and his lords..."
7815,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=75,2014-12-13T18:55:00,New Fraulasia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lotill, 1980 A.O.P.</span><br/>Sheev's day was going downhill, fast. The Philogoffer Lords were convinced he had finally gone senile, speaking to him as if he were deaf, or a small child. Many were incredulous as to whether or not the Zadoxians were really Zadoxians, or really common brigands, capitalizing on Sheev's kindness and eccentricities. Now, it appeared a pair of guards had caught one Zadoxian, wandering about the Hall, claiming Sheev's sanctuary. This did not help his case. Massaging his forehead to dissuade headache, Sheev rose, bade the Lords to follow him along with the curious Zadoxian, and showed them the Potato.<br/>""Do you doubt the assertions of Leru-Fussfolt and his crew now?"" Sheev said, turning to them,<br/>""They have returned to us a potato Edgeril dated to being at least six-hundred years old, and by Captain Fussfolt's testimony, is around one thousand years old. The Zadoxians have truly returned,"" he pointed to the wandering crewman ""We'd best acknowledge this.""<br/><br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lotill, 1980 A.O.P. </span><br/>After the hosting of the Zadoxians, one of King Sheev's last acts alongside Dr. Edgeril was introduce new courses of study into the curriculums of Lotill schools and into the labs of Neo-Goffsill science. The particular change being the addition of Calculus into mathematics. Calculus was a mathematical study of change, leading to what is called ""mathematical analysis"", a much broader area of study.<br/><br/>Item gains:<br/>Knowledge: The practice of Calculus is still basic, and many applications are currently unknown, but Neo-Goffsill chemists now use Calculus to better quantify their findings."
7816,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=75,2014-12-13T20:02:00,Ralnis,"<blockquote><div><cite>United Soviet Jason Republic <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=22787060#p22787060"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Ralnis <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=22786719#p22786719"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/> The ship had came down with the propellers being turned off and they had started to relief the steam out of the engine so they do not have it break down and exploded on them during travel. The people were scared to see them and wondered who or what they were and they wanted to know what was the markings on their airship, with one being a white star with a flame in the middle which symbolized the Stao'nonxizil and the other one was <a class=""postlink"" href=""http://img3.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20120213164830/reckoning/images/9/97/Reckoning-HouseOfValor.png"" rel=""nofollow"">this</a> for the Skeleton Crews of the Stao'nonxizil. A metallic blast door open with some steam being let out and the people that were surrounding it were afraid and some were starting to train their weapons at the door as it slid open and showed a group of people with bolt action rifles and grenades as they were shown to be very armed. They also wore entirely black as they wore darkened goggles and cloaks over them, some wore entire helmets with mask and were only known by the symbols on their shoulders or forearms. They seem to follow a figure that was also concealed and wore the same outfit as the rest but the symbol was larger and had more markings. The figure was apparently the leader of this group and they had a revolver on their side and a set of throwing knifes on the other with a shorter stocked rifle that seem to be a shotgun with a lever-action on the back. They were silent for the past few minutes and stared down those that had their weapons trained on them and some were getting their weapons trained at them as well but a hand gesture from the one in the front had motioned them to stand still and their fingers were not on the trigger but were quick to make sure that they will not be fired upon so easily. They awaited for the person who allowed them to land for they quickly deduced that none of them were the ones to do such a thing.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The City of Leto</span></span><br/><br/>The Sunital strode into the courtyard in lush white robes highlighted in black. He wore a turban and had a ornately decorated saber by his side. On top of his headdress rested a gold leaf like crown. By the group of guards carrying muskets and black uniforms behind him it was obvious he was in charge. When the strangers first opened the doors of their craft the guards in the courtyard raised their arms at the ready. When the Sulitan walked in he looked around the room. With a gesture of his hand the other guards lowered their side arms. The man looked at the visitors. It was obvious they were from far away. Remembering his teachings he walked up to the group of men. <br/><br/>""One is always a stranger. The Settler will welcome the nomad in the strange lands. The nomad will welcome the settler into the herd. I am Sulitan Harq Al-Ada, ruler of these lands. We offer you due respects and honor under the Hymes of Dar Al-Hikman."" The Sulitan looked at the men. He doubted if they were men. Some worse masks that were alien to him. Maybe they were machines, like the beast they came from?</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The leader scratched their head and made had remembered some of the words and dialects of the Amerites who once inhabited the world but now was a dead language to the world. Though Skyborn was still easy to translate for the foreign leader. With a use of gestures, one of them lowered their weapons and holstered it and make the gestures as the leader started to speak in a female voice, which indicated that the leader was a woman, which was common in their own lands for they did not hold to social norms and based one standing by merit and nothing else. She begin to speak in her language and the other covered soldier started to make gestures to the sayings and pointed at things,"" we come from across skies and waters vast to take us on our trip, we are surprised to see where our ship takes me and my crew for I am its Skymaster and its owner and these are my crew. Now, where are we and why were going to those ruins?"""
7817,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=75,2014-12-13T20:12:00,Cuprum,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Dock 4 Sandtorkai, Hamburg, Almain</span><br/><br/>''Oh, holy wind, father of Tedeschia: Whip our hearts aflame! Looking up in the sky there are stars... And on ther ground are corpses of dreams. Foosteps crush Down, creating the one path to glory for the resentment of souls.<br/>Oh, divine wind, protector of my people: Stir up the wind and set light up this chest, a blazing torch heading for a sky alight with fire. Whate on earth can be obtained by halting our advance? I believe there has to be a justice displayed only to those who survive!''<br/><br/>''Legions of thralls, multitude of dreams, step over them all! Tailwinds, blows hard against our backs. Grinding footsteps and the soul chagrin are the only route there is to glory. My bravery, my legions turn your and anger in strength and become a silver flash of wind. ALL HAIL THE REPUBLIC!''<br/><br/>''All Hail the Republic''<br/><br/>''So the army is moving to the east, i have to made a pray for them. Oh, holy wind, father of Tedeschia: Whip our hearts aflame! Looking up in the sky there are stars... And on ther ground are corpses of dreams. Foosteps crush Down, creating the one path to glory for the resentment of souls. Oh, divine wind, protector of my people: Stir up the wind and set light up this chest, a blazing torch heading for a sky alight with fire. Whate on earth can be obtained by halting our advance? I believe there has to be a justice displayed only to those who survive!''<br/><br/>''Great words coming from a pacifist. Long time no seeMaxwell. Are you still angry because i dump you in highschool? How is Bautzan? Is he still playing with corpses in the University?''<br/><br/>''Pourfends le temps, l'obscurité. les doutes et le destin ainsi que l'incoherérence, l'irrationnel, tout et brille d'une lumiére écletante. Même si nous sommes destinés à poignarder l'autre, que je me tiens, je te vois à mes côtés''<br/><br/>''The tongue of the thralls, are you trying to make fun of me? I'm a General and you are simple worm from the Ministery of Culture. I don't have time for your jokes, an expedition to the southlands is waiting for me. See you later Maxwell''<br/><br/>''Good look with the jungle general''<br/><br/>''I don't need it''<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bautzan's Office</span><br/><br/>I think I know where to get the makings of an assistant. I am anadjunct instructor at the local university, and when I looked over today's class of burnt-out graduate students I had an inspiration.Most of them have tolerably healthy bodies and good brains. If I could incite a few to suicide, I could construct a replacement for Nitch out<br/>of the bits and pieces. I recall some work I did on a device to generate despair. If I can find my old notes, I might be able to do something with this.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""The Federal Republic of Almain""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Agents:</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">- President Gerhard Schröder:</span> The leader of the Republic and the head of the goverment's executive branch. This politician and member of the old guard knows how to manage the masses.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">- Gral. Angelie Jinjur Pershing: </span> She has long dark hair, wears a green uniform, and generally acts impertinent while her army acts lackdaisical.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Forces</span>:<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">* Good commanders:</span> It is better to have a lion at the head of an army of sheep, than a sheep at the head of an army of lions.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">* Raider Group Doctrine:</span> This doctrine meant sending out groups of small fast ships with good endurance to contest the main sea route of the oceans..<br/><br/>Infrastructure:<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">* Gärten:</span> They are created by staking out the shallow lake bed and then fencing in the rectangle with wattle. The fenced-off area was then layered with mud, lake sediment, and decaying vegetation, eventually bringing it above the level of the lake. Often trees such as āhuexōtl and āhuēhuētl were planted at the corners to secure the Gärten. Gärtens were separated by channels wide enough for a canoe to pass. These ""islands"" had very high crop yields with up to 7 harvests a year.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Culture:<br/></span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">* Political Contract</span>: Is theory or model, originating during the Age of Madness, that typically addresses the questions of the origin of society and the legitimacy of the authority of the state over the individual.Social contract arguments typically posit that individuals have consented, either explicitly or tacitly, to surrender some of their freedoms and submit to the authority of the ruler or magistrate (or to the decision of a majority), in exchange for protection of their remaining rights. The question of the relation between natural and legal rights, therefore, is often an aspect of social contract theory.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Knowledge:<br/></span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">* Iron and Coal</span>: A blast furnace was used to make pig iron, which then had to undergo a further process to make forgeable bar iron. Processes for the second stage include fining in a finery forge and, from the Industrial Revolution, puddling. However both processes are now obsolete, and wrought iron is now hardly made.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">* Ultraviolet Light</span>: Is electromagnetic radiation with a wavelength shorter than that of visible light but longer than X-rays.</div></div></div>"
7818,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=75,2014-12-13T20:12:00,United Soviet Jason Republic,"<blockquote><div><cite>Ralnis <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=22788290#p22788290"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>United Soviet Jason Republic <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=22787060#p22787060"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The City of Leto</span></span><br/><br/>The Sunital strode into the courtyard in lush white robes highlighted in black. He wore a turban and had a ornately decorated saber by his side. On top of his headdress rested a gold leaf like crown. By the group of guards carrying muskets and black uniforms behind him it was obvious he was in charge. When the strangers first opened the doors of their craft the guards in the courtyard raised their arms at the ready. When the Sulitan walked in he looked around the room. With a gesture of his hand the other guards lowered their side arms. The man looked at the visitors. It was obvious they were from far away. Remembering his teachings he walked up to the group of men. <br/><br/>""One is always a stranger. The Settler will welcome the nomad in the strange lands. The nomad will welcome the settler into the herd. I am Sulitan Harq Al-Ada, ruler of these lands. We offer you due respects and honor under the Hymes of Dar Al-Hikman."" The Sulitan looked at the men. He doubted if they were men. Some worse masks that were alien to him. Maybe they were machines, like the beast they came from?</div></blockquote><br/><br/> The leader scratched their head and made had remembered some of the words and dialects of the Amerites who once inhabited the world but now was a dead language to the world. Though Skyborn was still easy to translate for the foreign leader. With a use of gestures, one of them lowered their weapons and holstered it and make the gestures as the leader started to speak in a female voice, which indicated that the leader was a woman, which was common in their own lands for they did not hold to social norms and based one standing by merit and nothing else. She begin to speak in her language and the other covered soldier started to make gestures to the sayings and pointed at things,"" we come from across skies and waters vast to take us on our trip, we are surprised to see where our ship takes me and my crew for I am its Skymaster and its owner and these are my crew. Now, where are we and why were going to those ruins?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The City of Leto</span><br/><br/>The Sulitan had to go back to his old teachings of the tongue to try to understand this man. It was obvious he was from a far away land as his language was unfamiliar with the Sulitan and other aids. He was also shocked to hear a high pitched voice. Woman were not leaders in the Empire. The holy scriptures prohibited it. However these men, and woman, were from far away. They most likely listened to different hymns. The leader listened to the newcomers try to translate. A scholar from the school was brought over to aid with the transition. The Sulitan spoke. ""This is the Empire of Leto. I am the ruler of this Empire. Those ships are headed north to explore new lands that shall be brought into the realm. Sailors of the seas are of high regard here. You are welcomed here."" The translator in turn spoke to the new comers, trying to cross the language gap. His first attempt would without a doubt be pitiful. With the use of gesticulation and pointing the speech was trying to be translated."
7819,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=75,2014-12-13T21:20:00,Ralnis,"<blockquote><div><cite>United Soviet Jason Republic <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=22788425#p22788425"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Ralnis <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=22788290#p22788290"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/> The leader scratched their head and made had remembered some of the words and dialects of the Amerites who once inhabited the world but now was a dead language to the world. Though Skyborn was still easy to translate for the foreign leader. With a use of gestures, one of them lowered their weapons and holstered it and make the gestures as the leader started to speak in a female voice, which indicated that the leader was a woman, which was common in their own lands for they did not hold to social norms and based one standing by merit and nothing else. She begin to speak in her language and the other covered soldier started to make gestures to the sayings and pointed at things,"" we come from across skies and waters vast to take us on our trip, we are surprised to see where our ship takes me and my crew for I am its Skymaster and its owner and these are my crew. Now, where are we and why were going to those ruins?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The City of Leto</span><br/><br/>The Sulitan had to go back to his old teachings of the tongue to try to understand this man. It was obvious he was from a far away land as his language was unfamiliar with the Sulitan and other aids. He was also shocked to hear a high pitched voice. Woman were not leaders in the Empire. The holy scriptures prohibited it. However these men, and woman, were from far away. They most likely listened to different hymns. The leader listened to the newcomers try to translate. A scholar from the school was brought over to aid with the transition. The Sulitan spoke. ""This is the Empire of Leto. I am the ruler of this Empire. Those ships are headed north to explore new lands that shall be brought into the realm. Sailors of the seas are of high regard here. You are welcomed here."" The translator in turn spoke to the new comers, trying to cross the language gap. His first attempt would without a doubt be pitiful. With the use of gesticulation and pointing the speech was trying to be translated.</div></blockquote><br/>The Skymaster was not surprised to see the look on his face about she being the leader, as once the shock was felt by the emperor and his scholars, the women that came with their children were shocked to see a woman in charge of the crew of their airship. Some of the civilians probably would have thought that they were culturally barbarians because they went against their norms. However, the task was not to criticize, but to be diplomats and explores for their cast and people. She bowed as she called upon another soldier, a second-in-command, who was also a woman, to tell the navigator to meet them with the map since they are friendly for now. After that she went inside the airship with the clanging of metal and wood to find the navigator. After that, she ushers the soldier that was translating to do so again as she spoke"" we thank you for your respect but we will only speak to you and your representatives in a building for we cannot stand the Sun and we shall follow you."""
7820,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=75,2014-12-13T23:24:00,Levis Avara,"Altaria had grown fast into studying the ways of science soon Geology was studied. Geology gives insight into the history of the Earth by providing the primary evidence for plate tectonics, the evolutionary history of life, and past climates. In current times, geology is commercially important for mineral and hydrocarbon exploration / exploitation as well as for evaluating water resources. It is publicly important for the prediction and understanding of natural hazards, the remediation of environmental problems, and for providing insights into past climate change. Geology also plays a role in geotechnical engineering and is a major academic discipline. This allows more minerals and resources to be extracted boosting the Economy already companies are considering settling the Northern Island of Verdia to exploit the resources...<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Wild Card: Resource Exploitation</span>The expansion into Verdia was indeed a miracle in expansion many settlers had came here and claimed the entire island for the Republic soon entire mountains would be carved into the ground exploiting the natural resources greatly and boosting industrial production to unprecedented levels amazingly this would be based from the growing city of Bila who would manage the huge amounts of gold and silver send it to the homeland boosting wealth greatly however the government limited the amount of gold and silver coming from Pousi and the Zea mining mountains to avoid inflation that's how much wealth was hidden there the soaring of the economy would only continue.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">[Infrastructure]The city of Arvenia in southern Arcea isle is mainly powered from water.The river Tripoli provides all the energy the city could want with dams providing the energy. beautiful marble domed buildings sits on the water with water falls falling into a huge lake. The city is subject to barbarian attacks but on the water it is difficult to invade.<br/>[Agent] Scientist Benevin Julius Aurelius Scientist and adviser to the Senate is one of the few souls to venture to the forbidden city of Arcea.There lies the Great Library and the ruins of the magnificent city the hallows of knowledge and history science and technology is abundant here and he brings many ancient trinkets steam engines,and cotton gins radios etc to study.He has managed to replicate and make these machines function some what but the Senate fears the techs are cursed because of the Dark Age and bans them from public use.<br/>[Forces]The Dragon Army.A small but formidable force protecting the citizens of the Republic from barbarian gangs and up holding the people and Senate this honorable army will once again lead to the ancient glory of Arcea only thru justice and reason.<br/>[Knowledge]Engineering.The Altarians are creators not destroyers they have turned the desolate landscape to evergreen once again farms and canals are being constructed with great skill the buildings and terraces holding life giving gardens plant life and other beautiful scenery.Canals and farms provide much needed food to the growing populace of 18,000<br/>[Knowledge]Steam Power.The Arcean people have never forgotten the wonder of Steam power which powers the entire city.The coldness of the Volcanic Winter can still be felt and steam power provides much heat to offset this mini ice age.Steam Ships although very rare also provide speedy travel across the Tripoli but still Arcea Island is a hot bed for Barbarism and the Republic makes sure to shield it self from this chaotic world.<br/>[Culture]The Altarian Forum Here is the center of the Republic Several important structures are here including the Altarian Senate house made of gleaming marble with pillars and a dome.It is of religious,social,political,and economic importance and where elections are held has well.<br/>[Knowledge]Biology:In Altaria farming now is the most important task that can be practiced.Benevin has studied many of the plant and animal life around Arcea and compared it to the biology books from the Great Library and found that many animal and plant life that existed before the Dark Ages simply don't exist anymore.He also helps the farmers by maximizing the fewer agricultural plants that still exist and finding seeds from the Vaults in the Library to teach them how to grow them.<br/>[Knowledge Legacy]Calculus is the mathematical study of change, in the same way that geometry is the study of shape and algebra is the study of operations and their application to solving equations.This allows the Altarians to make more advanced techs.<br/>Magic :Sorcery:currently pyrokinesis is being studied heavily influenced from the volcanic eruption<br/>Infrastructure:Industrial sector:To supply the Army more efficiently tons of factories are constructed guns,cannons,wands all these help the war effort and it helps the economy has well has many products are made,and mines are constructed has well<br/>Agriculture Sector:Farms and ranches are being made leading to a population boom<br/>Chemistry:Chemistry allows for the creation of better gunpowder and better food/Agricultural production<br/>[Forces]Navy:The Navy is expanded to deal with trading missions and combat pirate raids in the Nova sea and around the Luna sea<br/>[Infrastructure]Aurora City<br/>Infrastructure:Orion City<br/>Infrastructure:Arcea City<br/>Infrastructure:Leon Agricultural Sector<br/>Knowledge:Railroad<br/>Knowledge:Geology<br/>Special Infrastructure: Verdia territory a huge island owned by the Republic huge untapped mineral resources lay here and settlers come by the storm to develop the land the territory is based from the city of Bila</div></div></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Wild Card[spoiler]-Research Project- Gain 1 knowledge item of your choice from the current tech level or past tech levels at the end of the Militarization-Gain 2 Forces Items at the end of current era (Passive card) -Resource Exploitation- Add 1 special Infrastructure Items that exploit large amounts of resources. Requires Geology to play current Age(Era). (passive card/spoiler]</div></div></div>"
7821,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=75,2014-12-13T23:28:00,Greater Franco-Iberia,"<div align=""center""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""> Nova Retimoni </span></span></div><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Post-Common Era, 010 (P.C.E 010) - Post-Common Era, 012 (P.C.E 12)</span></div><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-i0805HKgGhY/VI0n-T5_axI/AAAAAAAAAFM/wZWegx8KrPY/w33-h34-no/Glyph3.png""/></div><br/><br/>The group of Oligarchs sent to review the new Aether powered military vehicle were very<span style=""font-style: italic"">very</span>pleased. The shaking metal contraption crossed the field with ease, and the engineers who built it happily showed off the oxygen vents and air circulation control that, for the first time in the empire, allowed the speed of the craft to be controlled with relative ease. The<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://www.spartangames.co.uk/wp/wp/wp-content/spartanimg/dl-kb-render-terrier-tank.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">landship</a>rolled around on the testing field before hitting a small ditch and getting stuck, forcing the crew to get out and push it back onto level ground. Embarrassed designers hurried the reviewers to the next field before they could witness the landship behind them pop a valve and quietly exploded. The next field, showcasing the massive two engine-ed<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i.imgur.com/GRedIm8.png"" rel=""nofollow"">craft built for siege purposes</a>. It towered above the impressed Oligarchs, who watched it with fascination as it slowly crawled around the flat-ish ground. Elsewhere, Aether engines had already grabbed the transportation industry in a chokehold, and most moving around these days was done by the large Aether powered buses that crawled their way across the Confederacy.<br/><br/>Despite the new landships tendency to explode and generous size, the military immediately after the reviewers returned ordered a whole division of them, converting the Red Legion into a purely infantry division. The many factories within the Complex began to produce massive quantities of landships, or L-1 and L-1S models as they were officially known as. To any observer it was clear they were preparing for war, and of course, they were. Ancient tablets only recently translated revealed of large nations to the North, and the hope was that the cities and peoples of these civilizations remained to be conquered and oppressed. It was estimated that by P.C.E 014, the armies of the Confederacy would begin following the coast north.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Items""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">[Infrastructure x2]Nova Retimoni:<br/>Retimoni is an ancient city of the Confederacy, long since destroyed and worn down by endless invasions and battles. The capital of the realm is named after this once great city. It sits atop the mountain famous for the Argon Falls, and is heavily defended by tall stone walls, and the massive mortars that can be found on every city block. The city is not large, but it does not need to be as it is mostly made up of the aristocrats and chiefs of Confederate society. It has a rudimentary plumbing system and is known for it's cultural output.<br/><br/>[Forces] The Red Legion: <br/>A large force that specializes in artillery warfare. It contains large amounts of the most advanced weaponry accessible to the Confederacy, it's gunpowder units are admired for their bravery, blood lust and efficiency, whilst it is lacking in cavalry and melee infantry. It is a 200 year old army, and takes pride in its traditions and history. It is currently stationed at Nova Retimoni. Due to recent developments, the Legion was converted into an almost purely infantry division in P.C.E 12.<br/><br/>[Agent] Logik Bachtrade:<br/>Logik is an amazing and odd scientist, inventer of the ""airwheel"" and the man who sparked the Confederacies Technological Revolution. <br/><br/>[Culture] The Gods Park: All of the most important ancient memorials and statues of the Gods of the various tribes in the Confederacy have been sitting in this one park in the ruins of Retimoni for hundreds of years. Around the beautiful yet eerie overgrown ruins of the once mighty city lie the idols, all slightly overgrown but still extremely beautiful and unique. Most are bronze, stone or gold, however a few are made of strange materials that are as of yet unknown to the Confederacy. Thousands make insanely long pilgrimages here, and you can always expect a few people quietly praying to their gods.<br/><br/>[Knowledge x4] Extremely Advanced Gunpowder Weaponry (Chemistry): Since the dark days of the apocalypse, the Confederation has stood out due to its weapons. Here you can find such wonders as bolt-loaded rifles, Gatling guns (Hand cranked.) , and the massive and awe inspiring artillery that can be found almost anywhere in the empire. The Confederation has some of the fastest reloading and longest ranged gunpowder weaponry in the world, and they are proud of it.<br/><br/>The Power of Steam: Already being harnessed with the few ironclads prowling the waters and the massive amount of factories springing up like mushrooms in fall all over the empire, steam power is clearly the future.<br/><br/>Engineering: Towers that reach up and touch the sky are scattered throughout the Confederate lands.<br/><br/>Aether Technology: By harnassing the power of Aether, smaller and more controllable engines have been created.</div></div></div>"
7822,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=75,2014-12-14T02:35:00,Ralnis,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Stao'nonxizil,<br/>Xoun'styr 0-2</span><br/>More people were asking for more new and improve things that they started to hunger for more resources as the people started to work and expand more on the airship travel and the steam power aspects that both the topsoil needs and the underground needs to expands for the economy means that they work on the idea of expanding their underground operations but to supply with such large scale requirements. They had heard of the mountains by the east of them and had decided to started to see what the use that they can have in order to benefit them. They started to learn the knowledge of geology which became one of the most important pieces of text that the Sax'fro deciphered for it benefited both the underground and the topsoil as they started to open up the mountains and see what they found before they start mining the resources. What they found was something big and deep, really deep. Under the mountains was a large fissure that was actually away from it and inside the valley itself. Apparently it goes for thousands of feet down and was rich and veins of ore and even gas the harness. The thing is that they will be able to get craft with the steam engines they have and use the cog to it's fullest potential. The fissure itself was actually able to see the opening and the darkness in the fissure and see how deep it goes.<br/><br/>It took nearly two years but the town of Gyr'flow was actually made on the very walls of the fissure and the valley homesteads that it was use for farming but mostly the underground tunnels leading to the rest of the Stao'nonxilzil have been the only true efficient ways of transporting the goods to the rest of the underground settlements but they also have landing pads for the airships to start transporting the large amounts of resources being pulled from the very walls of the fissure and they also get quite rich and thus became a important center of industry and mining that they started to pop up small factories and complexes that your could see the steam come up in the air and they started having some short form rail transport that makes everything run easier though they do not know how to do any large scale railroad though they may do so afterwards.<br/><br/>Card Pick: Resource Exploitation<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">[Infrastructure] Zon'friex: Once a collection of underground vaults that had held all of the collective knowledge that Xel'nox had either stolen or discovered on their own, but they had mostly stolen it, and had found themselves once they had came out of their vaults and had became a bustling city with a labyrinth made of roads and corridors that connect to districts that lend a hand to one another and find the city that they have become and build for the betterment of themselves. Zon'friex is called the Glowing City or the City of Ash as they had settled under the ash that had toppled them and the most powerful nations. It is also called the Glowing City because it has a large network of crystals that glow a rainbow of colors and also the large industrialization that had never been seen since the year of Veer'gornash, which was the last era before the Dark Times. The city's workings are of common place and it now houses 42,000 embers that still flicker among the darkness. The City is nearly hidden from the naked eye but the only thing that can be sought is the various holes that lift up smoke and vapor that are symbols of advancement and a new age for them.<br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The Ar'forgual Aerodrome: The first city that is made outside of the city of Zon'frex. It is a nexus for the Stao'nonxizil's own airships that are used to explore the Old Theocratium and to make homesteads as they rely on it to try and quickly explore the Old Theocratium and Xel'nox to see what survives and what hasn't. Right now, 8,000 have called this Aerodrome home and made it partially a city in both underground and topside. Ar'forgual is mostly topside and some underground as they have a place for the Skyborn, people who have made a living and have called their airships their houses instead of their underground counterparts, and also for the rest of their underground civilization as their an assortment of taverns, business, and shipyards for airships but they also have more crime that also make more Warshamans look for more security but are usually turn a blind eye because the Skyborn can handle the their own trouble but general security is still with the Warshamans but they are usually giving trust to the Skyborn to handle their business and the at some times, the general people.<br/><br/>[Infrastructure] Gyr'flow: Known as the deepest fissure in the lands that the Stao'nonxizil have occupied and the riches of its mineral wealth. This is also the town that has rested on the very walls and the homesteads that have settled on the valley itself to give itself food and wealth beyond what can a common lower caste can dream as they have made their way in help satisfied the hunger for production and industry for now and it seems that this also production industry as well as the town is among the third largest city in their lands that have the most importance when it comes to production and general raw materials of the economy and the Stao'nonxizil.<br/><br/>[Agent] Xi'shik: Inventor, Shaman, and current leader of the Sax'fro. The Sax'fro at one time were one of the most intensive spy agencies in the world before the Dark Times, they were formed for the use of exploration and gathering of knowledge when the Theocratium of Xel'nox made their one and only colony, Xergiok, on Tredera and the Sax'fro caste was prevalent in obtaining most of the technology and knowledge of Tredera that rivaled other powers of spies in the world. When the Dark Times came, they retreated with the rest and had gained power as the leaders of the remnants and became intertwined with the new beliefs and culture of the Stao'nonxizil. Xi'shik is skilled in deciphering the ancient text that the Sax'fro used that became the new language of their people and ushered in the inventions that they had discovered long ago at the end of Veer'gornash. The Sax'fro caste still hold an a power over their people as spies, assassins, and now leaders of their civilization, but they are still but a shadow of the legend they used to be, but the new age can bring better legends and a new power for them. <br/><br/>[Forces] Zel'nov Warshamans: A mixture of the two sects of the Warshaman caste that once fought for the Amarites in the past. In the past, the most elite of their cast became the Quo'nox, the ones trained in fighting by the Amarites and led their brothers and sisters to war in what was called Wild Thunder's March, which was led by the Quo'nox Warshaman Myxsti'thyx, which is known to the Old Languages as Wild Thunder and he was a master tactician and the one who wrote the Huen, or the Warshaman's own version of unconventional warfare that allowed them to be famous auxiliaries that won them several victories, both offensive and defensive. When all Warshamans were called underground, then they had joined each other as a hybrid lead as they were the first ones to try and scavenge, reclaim, and explore Xel'nox and they had became more in line to stealth and skirmishing then their old styles of combat. They also are trained in guns and weapons of different types, but they prefer weapons for accuracy and stealth that allows them to take out their forces with precision then brute force like of Old Times.<br/><br/>[Forces] Hemo'shiv/Skeleton Crews: Known as the Warriors of the Skyborn and known as the Warshamans of the skies. These forces have become the true arm of Xel'nox as they have became the stable of the use of a growing rise of a aerial navy and the commonplace of airshsips and airship homes. They have became a large force quickly which had became for both use in merchant use, exploration, and general bounty hunting and mercenary work. The Skeleton Crews fight fierce and underhand and do not care about honor unlike their troop counterparts, even though they fight with stealth and skirmishing but at least they fight with some honor in their way. Their airships come in all shapes in sizes and continually grows as their Aerodrome gets bigger and the knowledge is becoming more commonplace. The different types of airships that used things like gatling guns and cannons or even drop explosives have been of use when combating heavily defended pirate outpost out in the ruins of the Old Theocratium or other enemies they may come after them. <br/><br/>[Culture] The Storm Rides Again/The Statues of Az'martinx: The natives of Xel'nox resistant outside influence even when they were offered to learn. Their culture is known to be the most alien of them all and they love it and their beliefs are no different. Their storm gods of their Parthenon were at once 3200 alone and statues littered their entire civilization. Now their belief is more reformed and still eldritch as their gods and even revered ancestors are transformed into what one will call to be horrible and repulsive, but it is unique and show the part of their belief that like a storm, they will always rise and ride again.<br/><br/>[Knowledge] Steam Power: In Veer'gornash, steam power and the Industrial Revolution was starting for them but then the Dark Times came. Now it was a revival to what they never had completely grasp until the end of the world. The power of the Steam had allowed for them to fully see the sight of industrialization and the use of steam that allowed them to do lots of things, one of the many things was to use if for mining, building, and refining as well as learning about the use of the first taste of machinery that started to bring in factories to their sections of the city and the smoke and vapor started to rise out of the very ground itself.<br/><br/>[Knowledge] Chemistry: The thing that all natives of Xel'nox do know, from the fertilizer to gunpowder and explosives. They had decipher this the most out of all the text they were able to search for in the vaults they have been able to secure themselves in. It, with Biology, had became the foundations of bringing back horticulture and balance out the industrialization and the naturalism, though it only extends to growing mushrooms much better and larger though it has even better workings. They also allowed them to do things like rediscover gunpowder and the use of acids and explosives for both domestic and militaristic means. This also helps them in trying to survey the ground topsoil that they use the chemistry when it came to send out expeditions and trying to figure out if the ash is still in the land.<br/>Starting location (You can specify specific locations on the map or non specific ones, such as Tropical coastline, Desert, Rocky mountains): <br/>Underground in the Satizmi Waste, Northern Xel'nox, though the only thing you will see about the civilization is the smoke fumes that come out in a matter of holes.<br/><br/>[Magic] Wisdom of the Ash: The first instances in history for them is that magic has been developed by unknown means. The people that have been gifted with the magic have been able to harness the ash that is around Xel'nox and has called it the Wisdom of the Ash.<br/>( update) The magic called the Wisdom of the Ash has started to show connections with the land and the people developing the magic and had first known that they can draw the ash in spirit from the very land itself and have been showing to ignite the ash to be use in a fireball that explodes. This is the first time that offensive or combat-related use of the Wisdom of the Ash has been used and tested in their history.<br/><br/>[ Knowledge] Biology: Biology has been rediscovered as a means of increase agriculture and to help with the explorations topside.<br/><br/>[Knowledge] Engineering: Large scale construction has been reintroduced and been used to its fully effects so that they can have more room to grow underground and have better planning for their buildings and such.<br/><br/> [Knowledge] Calculus: The first use and understanding of advance mathematics ever since Veer'gornash when they were just learning the concept and trying to implement it before the apocalypse but now the rediscover of it has brought them back into the idea of advancing their math skills for other projects and theories that they have in mind for the future of their civilization.<br/><br/>[Knowledge] Astronomy: Found by an now extinct Warhsaman cult, the uses of Astronomy and the Chronoshamans have been pivotal for the history of the Old Theocratium and now is the only thing that can help them learn about the outside and try to discover the lost history of the Dark Times.<br/><br/>Beyond Lvl 1 Technologies<br/><br/>[Knowledge] Physics: The studies of Lro'max and the uncovering of yet another thing that was going to be of use throughout the Old Theorcratium. The study of Physics could have ushered in new ways for the Theocratium to use it's power to harness the true power of the Storm Gods and to be able to fight more efficiently, and possibly even fly! The fabled studies of Lro'max have became the Stano'zanilxi's top priority and it will take them more then a few years but they shall complete it with the upmost importance.<br/>The Warshamans had started to improve their weaponry that had started to make them use upgraded bullets and gunsmithing styles that had jumped them up a good start from their original settings. Airships have been developed and are being used in early stages of explorations have also given the insights that they may be able to reclaim the Old Theocratium. This also yield the foundations of beginning of other technologies that are locked away in the vaults but time is of the essence if they are to truly prosper in their new, harsher landscape.<br/><br/>[Knowledge] Geology: One of the most important text that have been discovered in order to find more resources that can help them learn and improve their knowledge to the fullest when trying to learn the very earth they walk and live on. This help with learning what to mine and what not to and what can be used for the use of building things like airships.</div></div></div>"
7823,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=75,2014-12-14T08:14:00,United Soviet Jason Republic,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Ruins of Ameralite</span></span><br/><br/>The four southern most ruins of the Ameralite dominion were claimed in the name of the Empire. These towns, small in populations and buildings was focused around the lumber and mining trade. These resources were shipped south. Thought these operations were small they were vital to the wood lacking desert. The exploration envoys would continue to explore the other ruins that were yet to be colonized. Prince Hauabar would lead military operations in these new cities. The Levi was sent fourth to protect these establishments. The Sulitan was wary of his expanding empire. Soon the military would have to increase in order to meet the demands of the large boarders. For now however the focus was on trade and exploration of the north.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Ralnis <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=22789183#p22789183"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Skymaster was not surprised to see the look on his face about she being the leader, as once the shock was felt by the emperor and his scholars, the women that came with their children were shocked to see a woman in charge of the crew of their airship. Some of the civilians probably would have thought that they were culturally barbarians because they went against their norms. However, the task was not to criticize, but to be diplomats and explores for their cast and people. She bowed as she called upon another soldier, a second-in-command, who was also a woman, to tell the navigator to meet them with the map since they are friendly for now. After that she went inside the airship with the clanging of metal and wood to find the navigator. After that, she ushers the soldier that was translating to do so again as she spoke"" we thank you for your respect but we will only speak to you and your representatives in a building for we cannot stand the Sun and we shall follow you.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>The Sulitan listened to the translator speak and nodded. At once the ruler shouted out orders and men behind him began to scurry. They opened up doors leading into the school. Harq Al-Ada began to walk into the building. The translator beckoned the newcomers to follow. As the Sulitan passed by guards they stood at attention. Leading them through the hallways of the school Harq Al-Ada spoke about it. ""This is the school of Dar Al-Hikman, the academic center of the world,"" the translator told the strangers. Walking through a door-less passage the group entered a large lavishly decorated room. Scrolls and maps lined the walls. Reliefs circled the roof. Sailors and stars could be seen made in tile. Caravans, ships and farmers could be seen looking up to the stars. The room opened up to a balcony that looked over the city. In the distance sailing ships could be seen coming to and from the harbor. The Sulitan spoke. ""My liege is quoting proverbs."" the translator said to the group. ""Those who cannot bare the great fire are those who tend the fields of the nomad. Please, sit, you are welcomed,"" the translator added. The Sulitan spoke again, pointing at several scrolls. Aids rushed forward to open them and show them to the group. ""This,"" the translator said, pointing at the maps, ""Is the Leto Empire. To the north, here, is were we are exploring and settling. Much is unknown about the north that I desire to find out,"" he finished, obviously meaning the Sulitan was the one interested in exploring.<br/><br/><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""The Empire""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">15<br/><br/>[Agents] Prince Hauabar Al-Ada, son of Harq this man is following in the footsteps of his great grand father, focusing more on the military. <br/><br/><br/>[Agents] Sulitan Harq Al-Ada: Taught at the school of Dar Al-Hikman and versed in the ways of culture, Prince Harq is interested in engineering. His first city to rule will be his toy for politics and construction. He is focused on culture and a sound political base. <br/><br/>[Forces] The King maintains a large force of nomadic warriors called The Firmi. These troops were raised in the desert and are most skilled at mounted combat. Levies from the city were later on integrated into the force in order to maintain order in cities in the small country. These levies are armed mostly with spears and swords, but more elite units have muskets.<br/><br/>[Forces] Another left over from the collapse of the old empire is the idea of a navy. Upon reuniting the Empire the Raiders were created to protect off shore fishing and shipping. Ships that were left over from the old empire often resorted to raiding as a source of resources. The idea of the navy remains and is built upon piracy. <br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The City of Leto still stands. Despite it being nearly abandoned after the old empire collapsed the large, deep ports inside of the city were returned to and inhabited again. The city has very little notable about it and stands at the mouth of the Lea river, the lifeblood of the Settled and Nomadic people.<br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The city of Akksum has been taken into the realm. The city is home to a new palace, temple and ports. Under the rule of Harq Al-Ada the city's population grew. Walls would be constructed around the city, a market place built and trade between the desert would grow. The city has a library, sprawling markets, and a palace of its own. <br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The city of Bagghar is little more than a port city and trading outpost. From the north it if the first city in which trade is brought into the Empire. Frequented by merchants it is a bustling market. From this city nomads take goods south to Akksum or Leto. <br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The Township of Southern Ameralite: These four small towns are built upon the ruins of former Ameralite cities. These towns are focused around mining and lumber trade which is then transported to the southern cities. <br/><br/>[Culture] The Hymes of Dar Al-Hikman, a renound art school before the collapse of the old empire have now been turned into a holy book. The school was re founded after the return of inhabitants to the city of Leto. The book comprises of hymns from the settled and nomadic people and preach respect for the desert and water. Often times the desert and ocean are referred to as being liquids, as they both seem to flow and have waves. The classic book provides the moral and civil codes of the people in the Empire. <br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">-Level One-</span><br/>[Knowledge] Navigation: In the dark times the people living on the coast depended on the livelihood that for generations saved their lives: fishing. This simple act required the ability to construct well made ships and use the wind. The tides and waters of the area near the Empire is well known. Sailors are taken in high regard as they helped provide food to the inland when civilization collapsed. As over fishing became an issue the sailors headed deeper into the ocean to catch more fish. In the darkest of times the fishing trade all bust collapsed. The fish population returned and the knowledge of the ocean was kept alive. Navigation also plays a roll in traveling through the sand seas of the desert.<br/><br/>[Knowledge] Engineering, Chemistry, Steam Power, Calculus<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Level Two</span><br/>[Knowledge] Physics <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">CARDS</span><br/>Cultural Revolution<br/>Rally of the people<br/>Secret Police</div></div></div><br/><br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i.imgur.com/HWdYHOc.png"" rel=""nofollow"">http://i.imgur.com/HWdYHOc.png</a><br/>NEWLY TAKEN LANDS"
7824,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=75,2014-12-14T08:23:00,Seno Zhou Varada,"<span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Age of The Marks, 2nd Year</span></span><br/><br/>New technologies have sprang up in the past but these were better. Industrial automation as it was called could increase production 10 fold. The assembly line helped make things faster as men would work on 1 part at a time then go to the next leaving the next man to do his job. As the Asiris river was used for power and old polluting power was abandoned in favor of small amounts of fire from mages to heat up water. Though the mages got tired easily so production was only 5 fold better.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Infrastructure: Siochanna: An ancient city once owned by the Zyrasians and now back in their hands. While not totally destroyed it will take some time to fix.<br/>Infrastructure: Asiris River Region: The Asiris river once housed many factories, powered them, and supported people. Now it doesn't but it can in the future.<br/>Culture: Viva la Revolution: The Zyrasians are an independent, free, people who don't tolerate conquerers, slavers, racists, and bigots. These defiant people don't take crap from nobody anytime at all.<br/>Infrastructure: New Zyras: The great reclaimed city of New Zyras. Home to thousands of years of history and many revolutions. While damaged it's being repaired and finally the Zyrasians will take to the land.<br/>Infrastructure: Spirit: The floating city that kept these people alive. Armed by cannons and fireworks using heavy bombardment on enemies to keep them away and using steam power it slowly moves along. Advanced fishing machines and whaling guns also are on the city for food and fuel harvesting. It houses 20,000 people and has small farms to keep vitamin C and others up and some livestock but not much.<br/>Agent: Keya Vos Siochanna: The namesake of Keya the commander of the forces of the lost city of Siochanna. She is head scavenger of the reclaimers of New Zyras, a group dedicated to fixing New Zyras, scavenging relics, and clearing the city of looters. She operates in the Name of the Grand Council and is very experienced with outsiders, the few that remain. <br/>Forces: The Reclaimers of New Zyras: 3 sects, The Royal scavengers, The Vanguard, and The Navy. While the Zyrasians absolutely hate fighting they will do it if necessary. These 1st of course scavenges and cleans up New Zyras for settlers to come. The 2nd go out into the deadlands, ruined farms, and ruined factories to clear them out for the scavengers but usually patrol Spirit. The last explores the seas and makes sure no people come near Spirit. Now there is a small airforce of ballons with people in the baskets but that's for dangerous areas.<br/>Magic: Glyph magic: This magic while mysterious holds great power in major moments but can be controlled in minir ways like lighting a flame in your hand or other small ways. All Zyrasians have at least a little bit of it because of operation ""Zyrasian""...<br/>Knowledge:Physics: You see that apple? Gravity! Now I can also explain why the apple does what it does when I throw things. Also school children's heads now figuratively explode!<br/>Knowledge: Industrial automation: Production moves faster now with men working only on one part then the other men taking it and doing another part.</div></div></div>"
7825,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=75,2014-12-14T10:42:00,New Fraulasia,"For Friday<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lotill, 1985 A.O.P.</span><br/>""The King is dead, long live the Queen!""<br/>Yes, it is true. Sheev Riconción Goloffer, Philosopher Lord and Philogoffer King, has died at the age of 100 years, and as the last survivor of old Goffsill. His successor, already decided, is Ciel Norsson Edgliss, a descendent of the ancient diplomat. Upon the announcement of Sheev's death, Queen Ciel decreed that the last hope and dream of Sheev will be realized, Goffsill<span style=""font-style: italic"">will</span>be reclaimed, and to that end she has appointed a new Captain of the G.E.C. , McKreely Ederdeen. Ederdeen, known for his involvement with contacting the Iron Despotism, is agreed upon as a fine Captain.<br/><br/>Item Gains:<br/>Agents: -1, death of Sheev, +1 ascension of Ciel, +1 appointment of Ederdeen<br/><br/>And Saturday...(the beginning of The Age of Reason)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lotill, 1987 A.O.P.</span><br/>In Lotill, the Potato returned has sparked scientific innovation. It was realized, beyond dating the Potato, that the Neo-Goffsill's chemical tests were insufficient to evaluate the Potato to the scientists' liking. So, in broadening the responsibilities of the now Director Edgeril, a department has been opened in the Lotill Institute, devoted to studying living things and their qualities, termed ""biology"", the order has merit, procuring samples from the swamps. In other news, the G.E.C. is on a recruiting drive, offering shares of property in a reclaimed Goffsill to prospective cadets. For now, they are successful, in fact, an entirely new division has been created, termed the 2nd Greenback Infantry (and green they are).<br/><br/>Item gains:<br/>Knowledge: Biology: The Department of Biology has just been opened in Lotill, earning the grudging respect of the aging and overworked Edgeril. Samples of plants and animals are being gathered for systemic study.<br/>Forces: 2nd Greenback Infantry: An expansion to the original G.E.C., dedicated to the extension of Neo-Goffsill's interests back into Old territory. Unlike the first G.E.C. Infantry, they are armed with gunpowder firearms."
7826,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=75,2014-12-14T13:05:00,Ralnis,"<blockquote><div><cite>United Soviet Jason Republic <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=22792714#p22792714"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>The Sulitan listened to the translator speak and nodded. At once the ruler shouted out orders and men behind him began to scurry. They opened up doors leading into the school. Harq Al-Ada began to walk into the building. The translator beckoned the newcomers to follow. As the Sulitan passed by guards they stood at attention. Leading them through the hallways of the school Harq Al-Ada spoke about it. ""This is the school of Dar Al-Hikman, the academic center of the world,"" the translator told the strangers. Walking through a door-less passage the group entered a large lavishly decorated room. Scrolls and maps lined the walls. Reliefs circled the roof. Sailors and stars could be seen made in tile. Caravans, ships and farmers could be seen looking up to the stars. The room opened up to a balcony that looked over the city. In the distance sailing ships could be seen coming to and from the harbor. The Sulitan spoke. ""My liege is quoting proverbs."" the translator said to the group. ""Those who cannot bare the great fire are those who tend the fields of the nomad. Please, sit, you are welcomed,"" the translator added. The Sulitan spoke again, pointing at several scrolls. Aids rushed forward to open them and show them to the group. ""This,"" the translator said, pointing at the maps, ""Is the Leto Empire. To the north, here, is were we are exploring and settling. Much is unknown about the north that I desire to find out,"" he finished, obviously meaning the Sulitan was the one interested in exploring. </div></blockquote><br/><br/>The people started to look at the designs for some of these and started to show that they have just started scratching the surface of what they can do, already they had started to point things out and saw the sailing ships and started to remind themselves of the Old Theocratium and the rise of the Ulyth'th Host that sailed to Tredera so long ago and found the colony of Xergiok, but that was before the Dark Times. When she sat down, her second-in-command and the navigator who gave the map and another one and laid it down but the maps of the Leto Empire and started to put their strange eldritch markings as points of interest as they had started to show the ruins and then she started to speak and the translator was motioned to do so,"" We are here, to the west and beyond the sea here. We are called many things, some old and dead, others new and alive. We are called Storm People, Xel'nox, or even the Theocratium, which was our old country before the Dark Times. Howver, we are called Stao'nonxizil or Ash People or even called Pale People if you would like. The ruins that your are exploring are known to a race of advance people called the Armalite Dominion, which at one time were one of the most advance civilzations in the world before the Dark Times, it seem that they did not survive but perhaps their allies or their enemies, the countries called Ney Zyirus and Arcea but it has been decades, even centuries sent we have step foot on this continent."" She tried to explained to the Sultan."
7827,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=75,2014-12-14T13:15:00,New Strausberg,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Fraulasia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=22782185#p22782185"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Strausberg <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=22766120#p22766120"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>The soldiers marched side by side in the middle a cravan of goods and a few scholars. They watched closely as a soldier come out to meet them. The Commander order the soldiers to lower there weapons and see what he had to say while he continued to move the cravan on seeing no reason for it to stop. On the back of a Yak which had become the only riding animal at the time seeing as how horses where rather scarce in the mountain homes. The Commander went forward to meet the soldier, ""мы пришли на севере в горах. мы мечи железного короля, кто ты? (we come from the north, in the mountains. we are the swords of the Iron King, Who are you?)"" The commander asked in his native tongue ignorant of any other languages the soldier spoke and instead brought out gold as a gift hoping he would get the message they where friendly.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Northeastern Border, 1975 A.O.P.</span><br/> Richter slowed as he reached the head of the column. Their apparent leader approached, mounted on a curious animal. The leader said something in a language very different, but with several familiar words. ""The mountains? The north?"" Richter said in what he hoped was a passing rendition of their language ""Follow me."" he gestured back to the outpost.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Southeaster border</span><br/><br/>Force Commander Orion urged his forces forward to follow the stranger. The caravans where already near the city as the soldiers moved forward. Things so far where going well but that could change in an instant. The soldiers wild ready if things got violent, however this was a peaceful mission and he would do his best to keep it that way.<br/><br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Citadel 45-55 </span><br/><br/>45 year of King Yarslov<br/>After confrontation with the lands to the south, Force Commander Orion was stationed on the border to keep watch while the scholars learned all they could of the lands down south. The King had passed away within the flowing years he will be dearly missed. His son King Yarslov was now in charge of the operations and would be hopefully for a very long time. His first act as king was to increase relations with all of his neighboring nations hoping to show his good intent for the land.<br/><br/><br/>50 year of silence<br/><br/>Nothing important happened within the first five years of King Yarslov, he learned to speak to languages of his neighboring friends hoping to give himself an edge when negotiating. Production continued on his fathers ambitious railroad design one that the new king was very keen on continuing it. The work force was reorganized and the production continued same as it would have with his father. Like all men of the Iron Depostim he was a man of progress and he would make sure progress continued.<br/><br/>55 year of Progress<br/><br/>With this year amazing things have finally been completed. At this year King Yarslov had finally finished the ambitious process of connecting the entire Depostism and its small towns with rail roads. With this connection the economy soon began to boom with the advent of connection. Good where coming in from all over the kingdom. Much has happen and the King has begun to press his neighbors into allowing him to connect his empire with with in a massive railroad like his father had planned. He was only awaiting approval form the other nations<br/><br/><br/><br/><br/><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Agent: Force Commander Orion, the first force leader of the Depostim to meet with another nation he was given control of the border patrols as the first guard and first relations. He is the first to see and respond to any threats or visitors. <br/><br/>Agent: King Yarslov, after his fathers death the new king Yarslov took over and now attempts to open the minds of his people and expand. He does his best to keep the peace with his neighbors knowing now is not the time for war. <br/><br/>Infastructure: Iron railroad, the mighty workers of the Depostism have worked long and hard but finally there work has born its fruit. The iron railroad stretches all across the mountains connecting everything the Depostism holds to the citadel. Production continues to expand the mighty railroad and will not for a long time.The Citadel <br/>The Great Reclaiming 40 <br/><br/>In the west scouts had reported many ruins of cities that where still habitable. The King waisted little time in ordering a complete reclaiming of the entire region for his own growing empire. With an area much closer to the sea now fishing began to become a major industry in these new port towns. The King even ordered the restoration of one of the major port cities left behind. The city was was then named Skisshaw form the first settlers who arrived there. In the years to come it would be connected to the mighty mountains to its east. For now it would stockpile fish to be sent back to support the growth of the empire with ever more mouths to feed. One important thing however was a law passed by the king forbidding overfishing. If it was to go unchecked all the fish would be caught in the area and sent off exhausting the food supply. Therefore by the decree the fish should not run out so long as everyone follows the law.<br/><br/>In the south west the caravaners have finally learned the language and culture of our neighbors and heard of another kindgom to our direct south and even more amoung that. The world was a, very bit place indeed. Production would continue as usual this changed nothing if anything it would help it. More weapons where being made as well as the continued expansion of the railroads I'm due time all would be connected. More traders and caravans where went south to a land known as The Free Gygaxi Republic, and some even further south. The king had has his first taste of knowledge from the new world he could explore and wanted ever more. <br/><br/><br/>The deep guards where even being assembled for there tasks, with ever expanding empire more troops needed to guard the builders as they rebuilt the cities and connected them with railroads. Productions continues ever more in there mountain homes. Expansion must continue or they will fail there god, a thing no self respecting man of Iron will ever allow. The King himself moves south to Gygaxi to see for himself a new kingdom.<br/><br/><br/>Edit:<br/><br/>Infrastructure: The Citadel, a massive burdging industrial town-built into the side of the mountain and then deep into it, this city is the heart of The Iron Depotism and its main seat of power. Safe from harm the people work at bettering the Depostism through work and labour <br/><br/>Agent: Hans Jäger, a man of science he works day and night to come up with ways to keep the mighty production that keeps the Depostism alive running, a brilliant inventor and grandson of the man who helped build the Citadel he is one of the most highly regarded indivuals in the Depostism. <br/><br/>Forces: Deep Guard: from the bowls of the mighty citadel spawn the Deep Guard, Soldiers hell bent on protecting there great city and will stop at nothing short of death to protect it. There will is unwavering and each would gladly die for there cause. They are given the best equipment that can be made and put thought a training regiment from birth. It is drilled into them how to kill and they will never hesitate to do so.<br/><br/>Culture: From decades of living the many people's have developed a caste system, The King and warriors the highest caste, the workers the second highest, the slaves the lowest. This caste system keeps people in check, it is also used to keep production going for those who prove themselves skilled workers are often picked to join the warrior caste and a better life. There is only one patron god, Crawn, the god of industry and production.<br/><br/>Knowledge: Advanced metallurgy, when working with so many metals it is often good to understand them, and therefor best implement them. The people's of the Iron Depostim have learned much over the many years of how to produce and use the metals most effectively <br/><br/>Infrastructure: The Great Forges: inside of the citidel lay many mass if forges from which many devices of war are made, each of these built deep into the mountain where the resorces needed for them are plentiful. There are the pride and joy of any working caste member as well as the best arms and armor.<br/><br/>Knowledge: Steam engines: from studying the old machines littered around. The industrial nation has began to create steam powered machine to increase productivity and move around supplies faster. <br/><br/>Knowledge: construction: in an effort to produce bigger and better forges and equipment for the expanding empire the need for bigger structures<br/><br/>Knowledge beyond lv 1<br/>Knowledge: Railroad: in the ever growing need for expansion the steam machines used to move our goods around quicker have been put on wheels and used to now move along the many supplies and such needed for people. Construction continues to ever improve upon this design and make them quicker.<br/><br/>Infrastructure: Skisshaw a new addition to the growing Kingdom the city of Skisshaw is the biggest port city on the Iron Depostim hauling in a total of about 500 pounds of fish a day. As it has quickly become one of the most important regions in the Depostim a massive wall has been erected around it to keep out invaders. It also heavily utilizes the steam engines and ships to produce as much fish as possible without exhausting there food supply.</div></div></div>"
7828,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=100,2014-12-14T13:20:00,United Soviet Jason Republic,"<blockquote><div><cite>Ralnis <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=22795242#p22795242"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>United Soviet Jason Republic <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=22792714#p22792714"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>The Sulitan listened to the translator speak and nodded. At once the ruler shouted out orders and men behind him began to scurry. They opened up doors leading into the school. Harq Al-Ada began to walk into the building. The translator beckoned the newcomers to follow. As the Sulitan passed by guards they stood at attention. Leading them through the hallways of the school Harq Al-Ada spoke about it. ""This is the school of Dar Al-Hikman, the academic center of the world,"" the translator told the strangers. Walking through a door-less passage the group entered a large lavishly decorated room. Scrolls and maps lined the walls. Reliefs circled the roof. Sailors and stars could be seen made in tile. Caravans, ships and farmers could be seen looking up to the stars. The room opened up to a balcony that looked over the city. In the distance sailing ships could be seen coming to and from the harbor. The Sulitan spoke. ""My liege is quoting proverbs."" the translator said to the group. ""Those who cannot bare the great fire are those who tend the fields of the nomad. Please, sit, you are welcomed,"" the translator added. The Sulitan spoke again, pointing at several scrolls. Aids rushed forward to open them and show them to the group. ""This,"" the translator said, pointing at the maps, ""Is the Leto Empire. To the north, here, is were we are exploring and settling. Much is unknown about the north that I desire to find out,"" he finished, obviously meaning the Sulitan was the one interested in exploring. </div></blockquote><br/><br/> The people started to look at the designs for some of these and started to show that they have just started scratching the surface of what they can do, already they had started to point things out and saw the sailing ships and started to remind themselves of the Old Theocratium and the rise of the Ulyth'th Host that sailed to Tredera so long ago and found the colony of Xergiok, but that was before the Dark Times. When she sat down, her second-in-command and the navigator who gave the map and another one and laid it down but the maps of the Leto Empire and started to put their strange eldritch markings as points of interest as they had started to show the ruins and then she started to speak and the translator was motioned to do so,"" We are here, to the west and beyond the sea here. We are called many things, some old and dead, others new and alive. We are called Storm People, Xel'nox, or even the Theocratium, which was our old country before the Dark Times. Howver, we are called Stao'nonxizil or Ash People or even called Pale People if you would like. The ruins that your are exploring are known to a race of advance people called the Armalite Dominion, which at one time were one of the most advance civilzations in the world before the Dark Times, it seem that they did not survive but perhaps their allies or their enemies, the countries called Ney Zyirus and Arcea but it has been decades, even centuries sent we have step foot on this continent."" She tried to explained to the Sultan.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The translator spoke to the Sulitan. The man's face turned very serious when hearing about the collapse of a great empire. The names of these other civilizations were also strange. The Sulitan spoke, pointing out the void of their maps in the north. ""We have never met these Arcean and Ney Zyirusians. Never before have our sailors ventured so far north. Little is known of the south, besides that it is full of sandy waves"" the translator told the group. ""We have also never heard of your people nor of these western lands. The Sulitan suggests that the scribes draw maps of these lands and trade them or copy your maps. He is interested in any other civilizations to trade with. Also the history of these peoples whom of which we have never heard."" The translator turned to the Sulitan who spoke a few more words to him. ""Trading of peoples is the water of human society,"" the translator said, once again quoting scripture."
7829,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=100,2014-12-14T13:58:00,Ralnis,"<blockquote><div><cite>United Soviet Jason Republic <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=22795417#p22795417"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>The translator spoke to the Sulitan. The man's face turned very serious when hearing about the collapse of a great empire. The names of these other civilizations were also strange. The Sulitan spoke, pointing out the void of their maps in the north. ""We have never met these Arcean and Ney Zyirusians. Never before have our sailors ventured so far north. Little is known of the south, besides that it is full of sandy waves"" the translator told the group. ""We have also never heard of your people nor of these western lands. The Sulitan suggests that the scribes draw maps of these lands and trade them or copy your maps. He is interested in any other civilizations to trade with. Also the history of these peoples whom of which we have never heard."" The translator turned to the Sulitan who spoke a few more words to him. ""Trading of peoples is the water of human society,"" the translator said, once again quoting scripture.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The Skymaster motioned the navigator to give them the maps as a gift as the translator said"" our people have copied many maps of old so count this as a gift, they maybe out of date since they have been recorded by our vaults, but they should give you some insight on the lands you have just settled. It will also be in our best interest for our castes and your scholars to get to know our people and the history before the Dark Times and where have you came from for we have not heard of the Empire of Leto and your origins will be more likely to be studied by our Chronoshamans who have been trying to get the complete new history of the Northern Lands."""
7830,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=100,2014-12-14T15:02:00,Levis Avara,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Astronomy</span>Half Day<br/>How the Altarians went so long without making use of the science Astronomy it''s a mystery but now it's accomplished the study of the stars and indeed the entire Universe is back in effect.Scientist and scholars have stormed the remnants of the Great Library and found a tall tower expertly made to withstand thousands of years from the classical age.Inside the Tower was a advanced telescope and tons of books on the stars and planets recorded supernovas from the classical age a rare comet shower in the 1200's and a eclipse in the year 700.This amazes the scientists of today and with the funding of Congress this part of the Great Library is reconstructed The Library in itself is more of a mini city then a library so it would take years to rebuild it all.Many scientist theorize if there is life beyond Terra and wonder if someday colonies could be built thru out the Solar system and across the Universe.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Physics</span>(I checked with Harkback he said its okay to replace techs this one time)<br/>Physics is the natural science that involves the study of matter and its motion through space and time, along with related concepts such as energy and force. More broadly, it is the general analysis of nature, conducted in order to understand how the universe behaves.Physics is one of the oldest academic disciplines, perhaps the oldest through its inclusion of astronomy. Over the last millennia, physics was a part of natural philosophy along with chemistry, certain branches of mathematics, and biology, b Physics intersects with many interdisciplinary areas of research, such as biophysics the boundaries of physics are not rigidly defined. New ideas in physics often explain the fundamental mechanisms of other sciences while opening new avenues of research in areas such as mathematics and philosophy.This allows Airships and more accurate guns.Unfortunately this advancement in science and a distant view with the Supernatural world and more connection with the Natural World decreases Magics influnce.<br/>-magic<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">[Infrastructure]The city of Arvenia in southern Arcea isle is mainly powered from water.The river Tripoli provides all the energy the city could want with dams providing the energy. beautiful marble domed buildings sits on the water with water falls falling into a huge lake. The city is subject to barbarian attacks but on the water it is difficult to invade.<br/>[Agent] Scientist Benevin Julius Aurelius Scientist and adviser to the Senate is one of the few souls to venture to the forbidden city of Arcea.There lies the Great Library and the ruins of the magnificent city the hallows of knowledge and history science and technology is abundant here and he brings many ancient trinkets steam engines,and cotton gins radios etc to study.He has managed to replicate and make these machines function some what but the Senate fears the techs are cursed because of the Dark Age and bans them from public use.<br/>[Forces]The Dragon Army.A small but formidable force protecting the citizens of the Republic from barbarian gangs and up holding the people and Senate this honorable army will once again lead to the ancient glory of Arcea only thru justice and reason.<br/>[Knowledge]Engineering.The Altarians are creators not destroyers they have turned the desolate landscape to evergreen once again farms and canals are being constructed with great skill the buildings and terraces holding life giving gardens plant life and other beautiful scenery.Canals and farms provide much needed food to the growing populace of 18,000<br/>[Knowledge]Steam Power.The Arcean people have never forgotten the wonder of Steam power which powers the entire city.The coldness of the Volcanic Winter can still be felt and steam power provides much heat to offset this mini ice age.Steam Ships although very rare also provide speedy travel across the Tripoli but still Arcea Island is a hot bed for Barbarism and the Republic makes sure to shield it self from this chaotic world.<br/>[Culture]The Altarian Forum Here is the center of the Republic Several important structures are here including the Altarian Senate house made of gleaming marble with pillars and a dome.It is of religious,social,political,and economic importance and where elections are held has well.<br/>[Knowledge]Biology:In Altaria farming now is the most important task that can be practiced.Benevin has studied many of the plant and animal life around Arcea and compared it to the biology books from the Great Library and found that many animal and plant life that existed before the Dark Ages simply don't exist anymore.He also helps the farmers by maximizing the fewer agricultural plants that still exist and finding seeds from the Vaults in the Library to teach them how to grow them.<br/>[Knowledge Legacy]Calculus is the mathematical study of change, in the same way that geometry is the study of shape and algebra is the study of operations and their application to solving equations.This allows the Altarians to make more advanced techs.<br/>Infrastructure:Industrial sector:To supply the Army more efficiently tons of factories are constructed guns,cannons,wands all these help the war effort and it helps the economy has well has many products are made,and mines are constructed has well<br/>Agriculture Sector:Farms and ranches are being made leading to a population boom<br/>Chemistry:Chemistry allows for the creation of better gunpowder and better food/Agricultural production<br/>[Forces]Navy:The Navy is expanded to deal with trading missions and combat pirate raids in the Nova sea and around the Luna sea<br/>[Infrastructure]Aurora City<br/>Infrastructure:Orion City<br/>Infrastructure:Arcea City<br/>Infrastructure:Leon Agricultural Sector<br/>Knowledge:Railroad<br/>Knowledge:Geology<br/>Special Infrastructure: Verdia territory a huge island owned by the Republic huge untapped mineral resources lay here and settlers come by the storm to develop the land the territory is based from the city of Bila<br/>Science:Astronomy<br/>Science:Physics</div></div></div>"
7831,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=100,2014-12-14T15:27:00,Harkback Union,"Fussfolt and his crew mourned the death of the PhiloGoffer king. Shortly After the funeral, They left Lotill and returned to Zadox. They were surprised see large forests of chimneys and webs of pipes where there used to be barren lands. A New revolution was taking place in Zadox. Ruebeck calls it the Carbon-Chemical Revolution. Carbon, One of the newest elements identified by harkback chemists was an incredibly useful raw material for making medicine. All sorts of drugs were devised to cure the countless diseases previously thought uncurable. What sparkled the revolution was the discovery of Penicillium, a tiny lifeform, first spotted in the Mirror Pyramid. The substance the Penicillium creates can destroy all sorts of bacterias with ease... Similar substances were then synthesized using carbon, hidrogen, nitrogen, now renamed elements.<br/><br/>New Knowledge:<br/>Medicine"
7832,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=100,2014-12-14T15:42:00,Pac Kindom,"Bython<br/>0-2 BAFR<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Caernarfon</span><br/><br/>45 BFD<br/><br/>Maelor Pritchett was walking around the lake side and he thought what a lovely place Caernarfon is when a small boy comes running up sir sir we found some thing, the boy led him away from the lake to part of the town not fully reclaim yet as they walked in the boy asked what is it and he replied it a library and i all ways hope to find one. He then order the books split up and sent to all towns in the union.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Conwy Port</span><br/><br/>0-2 BAFR<br/><br/>Maelor Pritchett watched as two newest and fastest ships left port one was sent south and one sent north both filled with fish an gran with orders to make contact with any one they find and hoply form trading allinces<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Item gains""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">45 BFD <span style=""font-weight: bold""> Chemistry</span> The few books found talked about behavior of matter and particles, namely, Molecules and elements. But the most importaat things were fertilizer to gunpowder and explosives<br/><br/>0-2 BAFR <span style=""font-weight: bold""> Physics</span> The people of had started to improve their weaponry that had started to make them use upgraded bullets and ship designs.</div></div></div><br/><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Bython Union""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Agent</span> (1)<br/>Maelor Pritchett</span> A great inventor and current leader of Bython Union who designed and built of the the current fishing fleet.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Forces</span> (2)<br/>The Bython Guard</span> is a force maintained by the Bython Union and is responsible for the safety of the and the security of the Union. <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bython Navy</span>. Created to protect off shore fishing and explore the waves..<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Infrastructure</span> (2)<br/>Conwy,</span> This town is home to most of the people of the Union and set stride a river which flows thro the town in to the port and out to sea. Town surround the port an is made up of simple and practical stone constructions.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Caernarfon, </span> A town in a valley to the east of Conwy. Town surround an central square and is made up of simple and practical red brick constructions.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Caer</span> was a once a very large prison and mine complex. Now it more resembles an old Norman castle with large gray stone walls built out from the moutains them self’s in side the walls there are 10’s of large red brick constructions and 3 small gardens and the entrance to the mines<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Culture</span> (1)<br/>Bython Code </span> The Bythons are fare, free, people who live by the code honour thy Father, Protect the weak, be loyal to friends and family<br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Knowledge: </span><br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">-LEVEL 1-</span></span> (7)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Biology:</span> Using knowledge found at the port they learned all about the sea life they could eat and how the best way to catch it.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Engineering</span> The Bython learned much of ship building from studying found plans. They are well know shipwrights.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Construction</span> The Bythons love to build things a number of farms and canals have been built and they are in the process of build in walls for the town of Conwy.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Astronomy</span> Star charts are created, used, amended.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Calculus</span> Useful math discovered while creating star/Sea Charts<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""> Steam Power</span> - Recently re-discovered will in time revolutionize Bython society and will be the first step in a cast based society.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""> Chemistry</span> The few books found talked about behavior of matter and particles, namely, Molecules and elements. But the most importaat things were fertilizer to gunpowder and explosives<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">-LEVEL 2-</span></span><br/><br/> <span style=""font-weight: bold""> Physics</span> The people of had started to improve their weaponry that had started to make them use upgraded bullets and ship designs.</div></div></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""cards""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Sabotage<br/>Research Project<br/>Resource Exploitation</div></div></div>"
7833,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=100,2014-12-14T16:29:00,The Almighty Bob,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">The Free Gygaxi Republic</span></span></span><br/>The Ancient decided that it was time for expansion. Their territory already extended beyond Old Gygax, and the population had risen quickly. A new city was established to the west of New Gygax. It was called New Bremor. [+1 Infrastructure: New Bremor] It was established atop the ruins of Bremor, which had been destroyed in a mining accident. Unbeknownst to the Gygaxi, the explosion had caused a chain reaction flooding the area with magical energy. The citizens of New Bremor have a small chance of being born with magical abilities, though these are not usually very powerful. Also,<span style=""font-weight: bold"">exploration parties were sent out to the west, towards Almain, and the northwest, towards Neo-Goffsill.</span><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Items""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">[Agents]</span></span> (3)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Ancient:</span> The leader of this small group of Gygaxi. He takes his inspiration from the mythical figure The Elder. He is extremely charismatic and holds the group together. (Reign for 10 years)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Scientist:</span> A madman who is intent on discovering the secrets of the Remnants and advancing knowledge. Also wears lots of funny hats for some reason.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Revolutionary:</span> A mysterious figure who wears many suits and speaks in riddles half of the time. Nobody's really sure why he's here or what he wants, but he looks pretty sharp.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">[Forces]</span></span> (2)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Militia:</span> Almost everybody here knows how to use a weapon. They haven't got any formal training, but they can certainly hold their own in a fight.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Gygaxi Purity Party:</span> A lunatic fringe of xenophobes and racists who wish to prevent all outside influences upon Gygaxi way of life. They are small in number, but highly dangerous.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">[Infrastructure] </span></span> (3)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Old Gygax:</span> The ancient city of Gygax, filled with strange wonders and beautiful buildings. Many of the less practical constructions are nothing but piles of rubble now, but from this rubble and the buildings still standing, the Gygaxi make their home.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">New Homes:</span> The Gygaxi were running rather short on living space, so they constructed some more. Plenty of room now.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">New Bremor:</span> The second city established in New Gygax, it is built atop the ruins of Bremor. Legend says that magical energies flow through the land around the city, causing some citizens to be born with magical abilities.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">[Culture] </span></span> (3)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Remnants:</span> What remains of Old Gygax and the mysterious Gygax is where the Gygaxi draw most of their inspiration and cultural identity from. Ancient statues of long-forgotten idols stand ruined by the passage of time and something greater. Something unknown and dangerous. Something unspeakable.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Strange Cult:</span> Some of the less practical among the Gygaxi worship evil and unforgiving gods, claiming that these must have caused the Cataclysm. Most dismiss these claims out of hand, but many believe that these cultists are on to something...<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">A Quite Good Book:</span> Lots of...y'know...pages. And...ideas. Thoughts, yeah? Alright, I'll be honest, I haven't actually read the thing, but I'm assured it's quite good.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">[Knowledge] </span></span> (6)<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">*Level 1*</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Engineering:</span> The Gygaxi learned much of architecture from studying the work of their ancestors. They pride themselves on their aesthetic abilities and solid workmanship. Knocking down Gygaxi buildings is not easy. Also, they can construct basic clockwork such as a...clock. But not a very good clock.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Chemistry:</span> Making things explode since 5 A.C.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Calculus:</span> Making 11th graders' heads explode since 3 A.C.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Steam Power:</span> You know, crazy machines powered by heated water. Basic stuff here.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Biology:</span> All the nasty biological processes that keep you ticking.<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">*Level 2*</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Medicine:</span> Saving the world from various diseases with the power of SCIENCE!!!</div></div></div>"
7834,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=100,2014-12-14T16:39:00,Greater Franco-Iberia,"<div align=""center""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""> Nova Retimoni </span></span></div><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Post-Common Era, 012 (P.C.E 012)</span></div><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-i0805HKgGhY/VI0n-T5_axI/AAAAAAAAAFM/wZWegx8KrPY/w33-h34-no/Glyph3.png""/></div><br/><br/>The Oligarchs watched the prisoners will slight fascination as the military officers sat down in front of them. The room was dark, and the two people in chains struggled, shouting in strange tongues. They had been the captains of the ships the Confederate patrols had captured off the coast, the rest of the crew had been released, but did not have permits to leave the city and were effectively trapped. One of the military officers put on a thick leather glove and took a red hot iron rod from a nearby fire pit. The other pulled out an ancient map of the world and placed it in front of the foreign captains whilst the third officer unchained their arms. Both captains rubbed their wrists and stopped shouting for help, looking uneasily at the map. The Confederate officers gestured to the map and handed each of the captains a pen. One of the captains caught on quickly, drawing out the borders of a nation to the south by the mouth of a river. The other shook his head. Whilst the third Confederate officer unchained and led the first captain out, the one holding the red hot iron rod began to stretch out his arm to let the iron touch the second captain in the leg. before he iron touched him, the suddenly afraid captain hastily sketched out the borders of a nation even further south on the continent. He was also unchained and let out. They were free to roam the city, but would be watched. The new map was posted in the capital building, and the Oligarchs were most pleased.<br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Items""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">[Infrastructure x2]Nova Retimoni:<br/>Retimoni is an ancient city of the Confederacy, long since destroyed and worn down by endless invasions and battles. The capital of the realm is named after this once great city. It sits atop the mountain famous for the Argon Falls, and is heavily defended by tall stone walls, and the massive mortars that can be found on every city block. The city is not large, but it does not need to be as it is mostly made up of the aristocrats and chiefs of Confederate society. It has a rudimentary plumbing system and is known for it's cultural output.<br/><br/>[Forces] The Red Legion: <br/>A large force that specializes in artillery warfare. It contains large amounts of the most advanced weaponry accessible to the Confederacy, it's gunpowder units are admired for their bravery, blood lust and efficiency, whilst it is lacking in cavalry and melee infantry. It is a 200 year old army, and takes pride in its traditions and history. It is currently stationed at Nova Retimoni. Due to recent developments, the Legion was converted into an almost purely infantry division in P.C.E 12.<br/><br/>[Agent] Logik Bachtrade:<br/>Logik is an amazing and odd scientist, inventer of the ""airwheel"" and the man who sparked the Confederacies Technological Revolution. <br/><br/>[Culture] The Gods Park: All of the most important ancient memorials and statues of the Gods of the various tribes in the Confederacy have been sitting in this one park in the ruins of Retimoni for hundreds of years. Around the beautiful yet eerie overgrown ruins of the once mighty city lie the idols, all slightly overgrown but still extremely beautiful and unique. Most are bronze, stone or gold, however a few are made of strange materials that are as of yet unknown to the Confederacy. Thousands make insanely long pilgrimages here, and you can always expect a few people quietly praying to their gods.<br/><br/>[Knowledge x4] Extremely Advanced Gunpowder Weaponry (Chemistry): Since the dark days of the apocalypse, the Confederation has stood out due to its weapons. Here you can find such wonders as bolt-loaded rifles, Gatling guns (Hand cranked.) , and the massive and awe inspiring artillery that can be found almost anywhere in the empire. The Confederation has some of the fastest reloading and longest ranged gunpowder weaponry in the world, and they are proud of it.<br/><br/>The Power of Steam: Already being harnessed with the few ironclads prowling the waters and the massive amount of factories springing up like mushrooms in fall all over the empire, steam power is clearly the future.<br/><br/>Engineering: Towers that reach up and touch the sky are scattered throughout the Confederate lands.<br/><br/>Aether Technology: By harnassing the power of Aether, smaller and more controllable engines have been created.</div></div></div>"
7835,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=100,2014-12-14T16:59:00,Ralnis,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pac Kindom <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=22797398#p22797398"">wrote</a>:</cite>Bython<br/>0-2 BAFR<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Caernarfon</span><br/><br/>45 BFD<br/><br/>Maelor Pritchett was walking around the lake side and he thought what a lovely place Caernarfon is when a small boy comes running up sir sir we found some thing, the boy led him away from the lake to part of the town not fully reclaim yet as they walked in the boy asked what is it and he replied it a library and i all ways hope to find one. He then order the books split up and sent to all towns in the union.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Conwy Port</span><br/><br/>0-2 BAFR<br/><br/>Maelor Pritchett watched as two newest and fastest ships left port one was sent south and one sent north both filled with fish an gran with orders to make contact with any one they find and hoply form trading allinces </div></blockquote><br/><br/>The airships, a scouting one with the first set of twin rotating propellers that had saw the sights of a small wooden sailing ship that they thought it was one of their own but knew that they did not have sailing ships, but more in the line of ironclads but they had saw it and had told the Skymaster, a merchant with his daughter trying to show the great sights of water and saw the sailing ship and the Skymaster told the ship to come down with a translator as he spotted the ship and lowered it to the point that they had probably gave them a scare and the translator spoke as the steam came from out of the blast door and said as they covered their faces with darkness and the same way that they are a mystery and they cannot tolerate the sun and said,"" A wooden ship, how do you do and where do you come from?""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Spirit,<br/>The Fish of Fro</span><br/><br/>Another airship was sent from the Aerodrome to go across the sea to see about the rest of the maps and see what lies in across the rest of the fabled land of Tredera. Even though the Horn was able to make their trip very well. The newest airships had more power then the Horn and they needed it to be able to cross the sea faster or needed for wartime. The Fish was the newest prototype and they were going to what the maps were calling New Zyras and they needed to work with speed if anything. The notes were that the steam engine was larger then the Horn and they said that was a better ride then the Horn. They made it faster then the normal rate and they saw what was something more interesting then anything then they seen, it looks like a floating city. They wandered what it was about and they probably thought it was something from the Dark Times. They encircle around it and see what will happen or if anybody will see them, but if not then they will go down and explore it themselves."
7836,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=100,2014-12-14T17:17:00,New Fraulasia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Southeastern Border, 1989 A.O.P.</span><br/>Olan and Richter were now Lieutenants in the 1st G.E.C. division, and were in the grip of a fierce deja vu. A new column of people were marching down the Goffline's shore. They looked at one another, then to the newcomers, then back at their own men. They sighed, Richter ordered a runner back to Fort Requiem, and the two walked off, at the heads of their troops, to escort these visitors into the Trans-Zadoklobe.<br/><br/>Item gains for today:<br/>Infrastructure: The Trans-Zadoklobe: A century ago, colonization was opened into the area between the Goffline's tributaries. Now, the area has been reopened, a town has sprung up, under the protection of Fort Requiem."
7837,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=100,2014-12-14T17:42:00,Seno Zhou Varada,"<blockquote><div><cite>Ralnis <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=22798333#p22798333"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pac Kindom <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=22797398#p22797398"">wrote</a>:</cite>Bython<br/>0-2 BAFR<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Caernarfon</span><br/><br/>45 BFD<br/><br/>Maelor Pritchett was walking around the lake side and he thought what a lovely place Caernarfon is when a small boy comes running up sir sir we found some thing, the boy led him away from the lake to part of the town not fully reclaim yet as they walked in the boy asked what is it and he replied it a library and i all ways hope to find one. He then order the books split up and sent to all towns in the union.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Conwy Port</span><br/><br/>0-2 BAFR<br/><br/>Maelor Pritchett watched as two newest and fastest ships left port one was sent south and one sent north both filled with fish an gran with orders to make contact with any one they find and hoply form trading allinces </div></blockquote><br/><br/> The airships, a scouting one with the first set of twin rotating propellers that had saw the sights of a small wooden sailing ship that they thought it was one of their own but knew that they did not have sailing ships, but more in the line of ironclads but they had saw it and had told the Skymaster, a merchant with his daughter trying to show the great sights of water and saw the sailing ship and the Skymaster told the ship to come down with a translator as he spotted the ship and lowered it to the point that they had probably gave them a scare and the translator spoke as the steam came from out of the blast door and said as they covered their faces with darkness and the same way that they are a mystery and they cannot tolerate the sun and said,"" A wooden ship, how do you do and where do you come from?""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Spirit,<br/>The Fish of Fro</span> <br/><br/> Another airship was sent from the Aerodrome to go across the sea to see about the rest of the maps and see what lies in across the rest of the fabled land of Tredera. Even though the Horn was able to make their trip very well. The newest airships had more power then the Horn and they needed it to be able to cross the sea faster or needed for wartime. The Fish was the newest prototype and they were going to what the maps were calling New Zyras and they needed to work with speed if anything. The notes were that the steam engine was larger then the Horn and they said that was a better ride then the Horn. They made it faster then the normal rate and they saw what was something more interesting then anything then they seen, it looks like a floating city. They wandered what it was about and they probably thought it was something from the Dark Times. They encircle around it and see what will happen or if anybody will see them, but if not then they will go down and explore it themselves.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">20 miles off New Zyras, The Spirit</span></span></span><br/><br/>It had been a normal day so far on the spirit. People walked the small streets and the ship like feel was minimal in this area. The landing areas for the airships were empty currently as they were off patrolling. As the citizens went about their daily lives a foreign airship was spotted. Quickly the marking were identified to be of a people that were natives of the other continent though the markings upon closer inspection were actually different. However they still hailed the airship and prepared the landing area. Keya was in her early seventies but looked like she was 50 at the time of this encounter. She had been called although unofficially retired from military service to overlook the contact and act partially as a diplomat. She had put on the deep purple hooded robe of ceremonial use and grabbed a shotgun for defense in case crap hit the fan so much it fell over."
7838,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=100,2014-12-14T18:22:00,United Soviet Jason Republic,"<blockquote><div><cite>Ralnis <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=22795887#p22795887"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>United Soviet Jason Republic <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=22795417#p22795417"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>The translator spoke to the Sulitan. The man's face turned very serious when hearing about the collapse of a great empire. The names of these other civilizations were also strange. The Sulitan spoke, pointing out the void of their maps in the north. ""We have never met these Arcean and Ney Zyirusians. Never before have our sailors ventured so far north. Little is known of the south, besides that it is full of sandy waves"" the translator told the group. ""We have also never heard of your people nor of these western lands. The Sulitan suggests that the scribes draw maps of these lands and trade them or copy your maps. He is interested in any other civilizations to trade with. Also the history of these peoples whom of which we have never heard."" The translator turned to the Sulitan who spoke a few more words to him. ""Trading of peoples is the water of human society,"" the translator said, once again quoting scripture.</div></blockquote><br/><br/> The Skymaster motioned the navigator to give them the maps as a gift as the translator said"" our people have copied many maps of old so count this as a gift, they maybe out of date since they have been recorded by our vaults, but they should give you some insight on the lands you have just settled. It will also be in our best interest for our castes and your scholars to get to know our people and the history before the Dark Times and where have you came from for we have not heard of the Empire of Leto and your origins will be more likely to be studied by our Chronoshamans who have been trying to get the complete new history of the Northern Lands.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The Sulitan looked at the gift and smiled. He listened to the translator speak to him about the history of the Empire. He shouted out an order sharply. Quickly a scholar entered the room with a scroll. The scholar walked up to the group and put it on the table. He bowed to the Sulitan and left the room. The Sulitan spoke at once, picking up the scroll and handing it to the Skymaster. ""This is The Hymes of Dar Al-Hikman, the holy scripture and history of our people from before these dark times. This school is the school that wrote the scrolls and is for the most part the same building we are in now. Most of the city is from those times. The Empire was not much before then. It did not fall as badly if these dark times ruined other empires so far away."""
7839,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=100,2014-12-14T18:40:00,Ralnis,"<blockquote><div><cite>Seno Zhou Varada <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=22798773#p22798773"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">20 miles off New Zyras, The Spirit</span></span></span><br/><br/>It had been a normal day so far on the spirit. People walked the small streets and the ship like feel was minimal in this area. The landing areas for the airships were empty currently as they were off patrolling. As the citizens went about their daily lives a foreign airship was spotted. Quickly the marking were identified to be of a people that were natives of the other continent though the markings upon closer inspection were actually different. However they still hailed the airship and prepared the landing area. Keya was in her early seventies but looked like she was 50 at the time of this encounter. She had been called although unofficially retired from military service to overlook the contact and act partially as a diplomat. She had put on the deep purple hooded robe of ceremonial use and grabbed a shotgun for defense in case crap hit the fan so much it fell over.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The airship landed as the propellers started to stop and let out the steam from the engine and they had brought steam out of the blast door and out came people as black as night, covered with darkened goggles and face mask as they walked out. The men were armed with bolt-action and some have revolvers and shotguns, lever action. They were covered in hoodies and had started to walk out of the metal airship and came out and stepped on the platform and they saw the people that were called New Zyras and started to speak their tongue or their older version and see if they are the same as they were once were,"" Are you the people once called New Zyras?""<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>United Soviet Jason Republic <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=22799253#p22799253"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Ralnis <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=22795887#p22795887"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/> The Skymaster motioned the navigator to give them the maps as a gift as the translator said"" our people have copied many maps of old so count this as a gift, they maybe out of date since they have been recorded by our vaults, but they should give you some insight on the lands you have just settled. It will also be in our best interest for our castes and your scholars to get to know our people and the history before the Dark Times and where have you came from for we have not heard of the Empire of Leto and your origins will be more likely to be studied by our Chronoshamans who have been trying to get the complete new history of the Northern Lands.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The Sulitan looked at the gift and smiled. He listened to the translator speak to him about the history of the Empire. He shouted out an order sharply. Quickly a scholar entered the room with a scroll. The scholar walked up to the group and put it on the table. He bowed to the Sulitan and left the room. The Sulitan spoke at once, picking up the scroll and handing it to the Skymaster. ""This is The Hymes of Dar Al-Hikman, the holy scripture and history of our people from before these dark times. This school is the school that wrote the scrolls and is for the most part the same building we are in now. Most of the city is from those times. The Empire was not much before then. It did not fall as badly if these dark times ruined other empires so far away.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The Skymaster had bowed as she had taken the Hymns and one had said that they were going to have to leave. She motioned him to leave and they have been left as the Skymaster motioned to the translator and he translated for her,"" Thank you for the book, unfortunately I have to leave for while this is a very informal visit but we should visit with your airship, though if you wish to visit now then we shall leave if you do not have the means travel across the seas, we shall wait for two days, no more, no less."""
7840,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=100,2014-12-14T19:09:00,The Almighty Bob,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Fraulasia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=22798520#p22798520"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Southeastern Border, 1989 A.O.P.</span><br/>Olan and Richter were now Lieutenants in the 1st G.E.C. division, and were in the grip of a fierce deja vu. A new column of people were marching down the Goffline's shore. They looked at one another, then to the newcomers, then back at their own men. They sighed, Richter ordered a runner back to Fort Requiem, and the two walked off, at the heads of their troops, to escort these visitors into the Trans-Zadoklobe.<br/><br/>Item gains for today:<br/>Infrastructure: The Trans-Zadoklobe: A century ago, colonization was opened into the area between the Goffline's tributaries. Now, the area has been reopened, a town has sprung up, under the protection of Fort Requiem.</div></blockquote><br/>The exploratory party saw these signs of a new civilization and rejoiced. They had traveled for many months, and were beginning to tire. They quickly approached a group of people and greeted them."
7841,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=100,2014-12-14T19:20:00,United Soviet Jason Republic,"<blockquote><div><cite>Ralnis <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=22799439#p22799439"">wrote</a>:</cite>[<br/><br/> The Skymaster had bowed as she had taken the Hymns and one had said that they were going to have to leave. She motioned him to leave and they have been left as the Skymaster motioned to the translator and he translated for her,"" Thank you for the book, unfortunately I have to leave for while this is a very informal visit but we should visit with your airship, though if you wish to visit now then we shall leave if you do not have the means travel across the seas, we shall wait for two days, no more, no less.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The Sulitan listened to the translator. ""You mean you desire for me to come over the great sea?"" the translator said, speaking after his ruler spoke. The shock in the Sulitan's voice was quite obvious. Thought he was very inquisitive he did not have the luxury of leaving his empire for a trip to unknown lands. The king spoke again and his translator followed up at once. ""We have many ways of crossing the sea. If you must take leave then that is good. We shall send a diplomatic envoy at once when they are briefed on your tongue."""
7842,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=100,2014-12-14T19:33:00,Seno Zhou Varada,"<blockquote><div><cite>Ralnis <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=22799439#p22799439"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Seno Zhou Varada <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=22798773#p22798773"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">20 miles off New Zyras, The Spirit</span></span></span><br/><br/>It had been a normal day so far on the spirit. People walked the small streets and the ship like feel was minimal in this area. The landing areas for the airships were empty currently as they were off patrolling. As the citizens went about their daily lives a foreign airship was spotted. Quickly the marking were identified to be of a people that were natives of the other continent though the markings upon closer inspection were actually different. However they still hailed the airship and prepared the landing area. Keya was in her early seventies but looked like she was 50 at the time of this encounter. She had been called although unofficially retired from military service to overlook the contact and act partially as a diplomat. She had put on the deep purple hooded robe of ceremonial use and grabbed a shotgun for defense in case crap hit the fan so much it fell over.</div></blockquote><br/><br/> The airship landed as the propellers started to stop and let out the steam from the engine and they had brought steam out of the blast door and out came people as black as night, covered with darkened goggles and face mask as they walked out. The men were armed with bolt-action and some have revolvers and shotguns, lever action. They were covered in hoodies and had started to walk out of the metal airship and came out and stepped on the platform and they saw the people that were called New Zyras and started to speak their tongue or their older version and see if they are the same as they were once were,"" Are you the people once called New Zyras?""<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>United Soviet Jason Republic <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=22799253#p22799253"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>The Sulitan looked at the gift and smiled. He listened to the translator speak to him about the history of the Empire. He shouted out an order sharply. Quickly a scholar entered the room with a scroll. The scholar walked up to the group and put it on the table. He bowed to the Sulitan and left the room. The Sulitan spoke at once, picking up the scroll and handing it to the Skymaster. ""This is The Hymes of Dar Al-Hikman, the holy scripture and history of our people from before these dark times. This school is the school that wrote the scrolls and is for the most part the same building we are in now. Most of the city is from those times. The Empire was not much before then. It did not fall as badly if these dark times ruined other empires so far away.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/> The Skymaster had bowed as she had taken the Hymns and one had said that they were going to have to leave. She motioned him to leave and they have been left as the Skymaster motioned to the translator and he translated for her,"" Thank you for the book, unfortunately I have to leave for while this is a very informal visit but we should visit with your airship, though if you wish to visit now then we shall leave if you do not have the means travel across the seas, we shall wait for two days, no more, no less.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;"">Contact</span></span></span><br/><br/>The fully black people, the people who seemed to be from the records, were... different. Their airship was amazingly built and seemed to be able to travel quite far. Their weapons seemed modern and just a tad behind Zyrasian design though seemed very well built at the same time. Their clothes were strange though perhaps they were more utility. Keya then became curious and put her shotgun in a lax position and listened to the people. Their voices had a distinct accent but they could speak the Ameralite language with a bit of Zyrasian. Keya knowledgeable about these languages nods and takes her hood off to reveal a large amount of tattoos in a blood red color on her faces in intricate patterns that seem to almost glow. She has bright purple eyes and raven black hair and appears in her 50s although she's actually seventy. ""We are the Zyrasians as you ask though of course changed by this new world"" she responds in a soft voice right now seeming like she is almost fighting to stay on her feet ""though I'm curious, we kinda recognize the markings on your ship but they seem different, tell me what is your people's name?""."
7843,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=100,2014-12-14T19:48:00,Ralnis,"<blockquote><div><cite>Seno Zhou Varada <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=22800086#p22800086"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Ralnis <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=22799439#p22799439"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/> The airship landed as the propellers started to stop and let out the steam from the engine and they had brought steam out of the blast door and out came people as black as night, covered with darkened goggles and face mask as they walked out. The men were armed with bolt-action and some have revolvers and shotguns, lever action. They were covered in hoodies and had started to walk out of the metal airship and came out and stepped on the platform and they saw the people that were called New Zyras and started to speak their tongue or their older version and see if they are the same as they were once were,"" Are you the people once called New Zyras?""<br/><br/><br/><br/> The Skymaster had bowed as she had taken the Hymns and one had said that they were going to have to leave. She motioned him to leave and they have been left as the Skymaster motioned to the translator and he translated for her,"" Thank you for the book, unfortunately I have to leave for while this is a very informal visit but we should visit with your airship, though if you wish to visit now then we shall leave if you do not have the means travel across the seas, we shall wait for two days, no more, no less.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;"">Contact</span></span></span><br/><br/>The fully black people, the people who seemed to be from the records, were... different. Their airship was amazingly built and seemed to be able to travel quite far. Their weapons seemed modern and just a tad behind Zyrasian design though seemed very well built at the same time. Their clothes were strange though perhaps they were more utility. Keya then became curious and put her shotgun in a lax position and listened to the people. Their voices had a distinct accent but they could speak the Ameralite language with a bit of Zyrasian. Keya knowledgeable about these languages nods and takes her hood off to reveal a large amount of tattoos in a blood red color on her faces in intricate patterns that seem to almost glow. She has bright purple eyes and raven black hair and appears in her 50s although she's actually seventy. ""We are the Zyrasians as you ask though of course changed by this new world"" she responds in a soft voice right now seeming like she is almost fighting to stay on her feet ""though I'm curious, we kinda recognize the markings on your ship but they seem different, tell me what is your people's name?"".</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The Skymaster took off his hood and lifted his darkened goggles that showed his many tribal tattoos and his shaven head that had tattoos that resemble his caste and his ancient bloodline as he was purely pales and his eyes were red. His eyes were wide and in suspense as he saw that he was as purely as ash in the lands he goes and he show his black gloves that made it seem that he was shielding his eyes as they were sensitive to the bright sunlight. He then put back on his darkened goggles and said,"" we are different as well but we used to go by, the Theocratium of the continent of Xel'nox. We go by another people though, we are now called the Stao'nonxizil or Ashpeople and we have been trying to seek the old countries of the North before the Dark Times. Can we please go in? The sun is to bright for me and my crew's eyes."""
7844,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=100,2014-12-14T19:56:00,Ralnis,"<blockquote><div><cite>United Soviet Jason Republic <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=22799945#p22799945"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Ralnis <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=22799439#p22799439"">wrote</a>:</cite>[<br/><br/> The Skymaster had bowed as she had taken the Hymns and one had said that they were going to have to leave. She motioned him to leave and they have been left as the Skymaster motioned to the translator and he translated for her,"" Thank you for the book, unfortunately I have to leave for while this is a very informal visit but we should visit with your airship, though if you wish to visit now then we shall leave if you do not have the means travel across the seas, we shall wait for two days, no more, no less.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The Sulitan listened to the translator. ""You mean you desire for me to come over the great sea?"" the translator said, speaking after his ruler spoke. The shock in the Sulitan's voice was quite obvious. Thought he was very inquisitive he did not have the luxury of leaving his empire for a trip to unknown lands. The king spoke again and his translator followed up at once. ""We have many ways of crossing the sea. If you must take leave then that is good. We shall send a diplomatic envoy at once when they are briefed on your tongue.""</div></blockquote><br/>The Skymaster bowed again and the translator did his job as she spoke,"" I see, thank you for your time and I await for your travel to our lands, as it seems I must bring my airship back to my caste leaders. So this is farewell for now."" They left back to the airship and on their trip back to the Aerodrome and they told the caste and they were informed about the advancements they had done and started to work on the new ships for the Horn and started taking Skymaster Loik on being the new leader of the Skeleton Crews and the Skyborn caste."
7845,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=100,2014-12-14T20:13:00,Seno Zhou Varada,"<blockquote><div><cite>Ralnis <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=22800250#p22800250"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Seno Zhou Varada <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=22800086#p22800086"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;"">Contact</span></span></span><br/><br/>The fully black people, the people who seemed to be from the records, were... different. Their airship was amazingly built and seemed to be able to travel quite far. Their weapons seemed modern and just a tad behind Zyrasian design though seemed very well built at the same time. Their clothes were strange though perhaps they were more utility. Keya then became curious and put her shotgun in a lax position and listened to the people. Their voices had a distinct accent but they could speak the Ameralite language with a bit of Zyrasian. Keya knowledgeable about these languages nods and takes her hood off to reveal a large amount of tattoos in a blood red color on her faces in intricate patterns that seem to almost glow. She has bright purple eyes and raven black hair and appears in her 50s although she's actually seventy. ""We are the Zyrasians as you ask though of course changed by this new world"" she responds in a soft voice right now seeming like she is almost fighting to stay on her feet ""though I'm curious, we kinda recognize the markings on your ship but they seem different, tell me what is your people's name?"".</div></blockquote><br/><br/> The Skymaster took off his hood and lifted his darkened goggles that showed his many tribal tattoos and his shaven head that had tattoos that resemble his caste and his ancient bloodline as he was purely pales and his eyes were red. His eyes were wide and in suspense as he saw that he was as purely as ash in the lands he goes and he show his black gloves that made it seem that he was shielding his eyes as they were sensitive to the bright sunlight. He then put back on his darkened goggles and said,"" we are different as well but we used to go by, the Theocratium of the continent of Xel'nox. We go by another people though, we are now called the Stao'nonxizil or Ashpeople and we have been trying to seek the old countries of the North before the Dark Times. Can we please go in? The sun is to bright for me and my crew's eyes.""</div></blockquote><br/>The man seemed to have never been in the sun by his paleness and statement. The darkened goggles finally made sense as well as the hood. The tribal tattoos were interesting and seemed to resemble markings of a caste like system the ashpeople use. They only knew the old Theocratium was very advanced for natives and knew of the Ameralites. ""Of course"" Keya says as she motions for some people to guide them to a building. She goes to take a step then a wave of tiredness assaulted her as she moved her leg almost falling. Luckily one of the men notices it and keeps her from falling and handing her a staff. She knew what was happening, the effects of her power while giving her a more youthful look and longer life were devastating for her energy. Her tattoos then begin to glow a bit as she uses a small and quick energy spell and she quickly drinks a small vial of an energy liquid she had. She then continues to walk with them."
7846,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=100,2014-12-14T20:29:00,Ralnis,"<blockquote><div><cite>Seno Zhou Varada <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=22800509#p22800509"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Ralnis <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=22800250#p22800250"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/> The Skymaster took off his hood and lifted his darkened goggles that showed his many tribal tattoos and his shaven head that had tattoos that resemble his caste and his ancient bloodline as he was purely pales and his eyes were red. His eyes were wide and in suspense as he saw that he was as purely as ash in the lands he goes and he show his black gloves that made it seem that he was shielding his eyes as they were sensitive to the bright sunlight. He then put back on his darkened goggles and said,"" we are different as well but we used to go by, the Theocratium of the continent of Xel'nox. We go by another people though, we are now called the Stao'nonxizil or Ashpeople and we have been trying to seek the old countries of the North before the Dark Times. Can we please go in? The sun is to bright for me and my crew's eyes.""</div></blockquote><br/>The man seemed to have never been in the sun by his paleness and statement. The darkened goggles finally made sense as well as the hood. The tribal tattoos were interesting and seemed to resemble markings of a caste like system the ashpeople use. They only knew the old Theocratium was very advanced for natives and knew of the Ameralites. ""Of course"" Keya says as she motions for some people to guide them to a building. She goes to take a step then a wave of tiredness assaulted her as she moved her leg almost falling. Luckily one of the men notices it and keeps her from falling and handing her a staff. She knew what was happening, the effects of her power while giving her a more youthful look and longer life were devastating for her energy. Her tattoos then begin to glow a bit as she uses a small and quick energy spell and she quickly drinks a small vial of an energy liquid she had. She then continues to walk with them.</div></blockquote><br/>The was surprised when he saw the glowing energy and the spell and saw that she was a mage and he said,"" you are a mage? I see we are not the only people with a magical touch by unknown means, though that could mean that your tattoos are something else. It seems your power is power is great. Though I hope you are able to carry yourself throughout our walk."" It was strange to see a different type of magic out of their own. Only two in his crew have been blessed with the Wisdom of the Ash and they were still researching its origins, but they believe that it has more Shamanistic as those who have the Wisdom are connected to those who have been the most mystic of Shamans in their families that have even reached during the Dark Times."
7847,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=100,2014-12-15T06:59:00,Pac Kindom,"0-2 BAFR<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Greater Franco-Iberia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=22798154#p22798154"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Oligarchs watched the prisoners will slight fascination as the military officers sat down in front of them. The room was dark, and the two people in chains struggled, shouting in strange tongues. They had been the captains of the ships the Confederate patrols had captured off the coast, the rest of the crew had been released, but did not have permits to leave the city and were effectively trapped. One of the military officers put on a thick leather glove and took a red hot iron rod from a nearby fire pit. The other pulled out an ancient map of the world and placed it in front of the foreign captains whilst the third officer unchained their arms. Both captains rubbed their wrists and stopped shouting for help, looking uneasily at the map. The Confederate officers gestured to the map and handed each of the captains a pen. One of the captains caught on quickly, drawing out the borders of a nation to the south by the mouth of a river. The other shook his head. Whilst the third Confederate officer unchained and led the first captain out, the one holding the red hot iron rod began to stretch out his arm to let the iron touch the second captain in the leg. before he iron touched him, the suddenly afraid captain hastily sketched out the borders of a nation even further south on the continent. He was also unchained and let out. They were free to roam the city, but would be watched. The new map was posted in the capital building, and the Oligarchs were most pleased. </div></blockquote><br/><br/>As there ship was attacked the captain ordered is his first mate to take the youngest crew members on there escape craft and report home. A week later with half the crew on the verge of collapse due to hunger arrive back at Conwy Port. There report drained the people hope the survivors would be friendly<br/><br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Ralnis <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=22798333#p22798333"">wrote</a>:</cite> The airships, a scouting one with the first set of twin rotating propellers that had saw the sights of a small wooden sailing ship that they thought it was one of their own but knew that they did not have sailing ships, but more in the line of ironclads but they had saw it and had told the Skymaster, a merchant with his daughter trying to show the great sights of water and saw the sailing ship and the Skymaster told the ship to come down with a translator as he spotted the ship and lowered it to the point that they had probably gave them a scare and the translator spoke as the steam came from out of the blast door and said as they covered their faces with darkness and the same way that they are a mystery and they cannot tolerate the sun and said,"" A wooden ship, how do you do and where do you come from?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/><br/>The captain smiled at the man speaking My name is Huw Owen and this is my ship the Gobeithio and we are traders form the Bython Union. Which was formed form various groups survivors who escaped the destruction of there homes during the Age of Darkness. We bring you good and ill news. The good is that others survivored and that we have hold’s of fish and grain to trade and the ill is that we have mave contact with a war like nation<br/><br/>2-4 BAFR<br/><br/>With the news of an hostel nation the people of Bython many turn there effort to creating new types guns and explosives the city walls of Caer and Conwy have cannons and Gattling guns installed on there all’s. A fleet of three ships loaded with supplies , children and books are sent fore to fine a safe haven.<br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Item gains""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""> Clockworks</span> Allows Repeater rifles, Gattling guns and cannons<br/><br/><br/>[spoiler=Bython Union]<span style=""font-weight: bold""><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Agent</span> (1)<br/>Maelor Pritchett</span> A great inventor and current leader of Bython Union who designed and built of the the current fishing fleet.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Forces</span> (2)<br/>The Bython Guard</span> is a force maintained by the Bython Union and is responsible for the safety of the and the security of the Union. <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bython Navy</span>. Created to protect off shore fishing and explore the waves..<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Infrastructure</span> (2)<br/>Conwy,</span> This town is home to most of the people of the Union and set stride a river which flows thro the town in to the port and out to sea. Town surround the port an is made up of simple and practical stone constructions.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Caernarfon, </span> A town in a valley to the east of Conwy. Town surround an central square and is made up of simple and practical red brick constructions.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Caer</span> was a once a very large prison and mine complex. Now it more resembles an old Norman castle with large gray stone walls built out from the moutains them self’s in side the walls  there are 10’s of large red brick constructions and 3 small gardens and the entrance to the mines<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Culture</span> (1)<br/>Bython Code </span> The Bythons are fare, free, people who live by the code honour thy Father, Protect the weak, be loyal to friends and family<br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Knowledge: </span><br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">-LEVEL 1-</span></span> (7)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Biology:</span> Using knowledge found at the port they learned all about the sea life they could eat and how the best way to catch it.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Engineering</span> The Bython learned much of ship building from studying found plans. They are well know shipwrights.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Construction</span> The Bythons love to build things a number of farms and canals have been built and they are in the process of build in walls for the town of Conwy.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Astronomy</span> Star charts are created, used, amended.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Calculus</span> Useful math discovered while creating star/Sea Charts<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""> Steam Power</span> - Recently re-discovered will in time revolutionize Bython society and will be the first step in a cast based society.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""> Chemistry</span> The few books found talked about behavior of matter and particles, namely, Molecules and elements. But the most importaat things were fertilizer to gunpowder and explosives<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">-LEVEL 2-</span></span><br/><br/> <span style=""font-weight: bold""> Physics</span> The people of had started to improve their weaponry that had started to make them use upgraded bullets and ship designs.</div></div></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""> Clockworks</span>Allows Repeater rifles, Gattling guns and cannons<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""cards""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Sabotage<br/>Research Project<br/>Resource Exploitation</div></div></div>"
7848,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=100,2014-12-15T07:31:00,Harkback Union,"56 AC<br/><br/>A New craze sweeps through the harkback. Newspapers. People like knowing about what's going on in the world and therefore the cult decides to create a news agency, The Zadox Sentinel to bring cult-approved information to the people. The Newspaper became very popular due to its rich content, covering local news, politics, industry, culture, science... In every issue there was at least some Zadoxian poetry, Interesting Math puzzles that could be solved for a prize and scores of the latest songs composed were also found.<br/><br/>In the center of the Manofactoria lies its oldest building. A papermill, adjoint with a printing press. Built long before the apocalypse. Untold millions of squaremetrans of paper were made here over the centuries, most of it used in books and newspapers. Recently however, this facility became very unproductive. The last work phase, namely, arranging each and every book and newspaper by hand requires a lot of time and attention. There are not enough workers for this task anymore as labor is being refocused elsewhere. The few who are still on the job are overworked and one day decide to go on strike, demanding less workhours and better working environment. The people of Zadox were furious when they couldn't find fresh issues of the Zadox Sentinel at the newspaper stands next morning. A council investigation was started to find out the cause of the News shortage and arrived at the conclusion that a more efficient way for producing the newspapers is urgently required. Research into better machineries was initiated and engineers soon devised a printing press that was faster, more autonomous and also arranged the finished products in the right order. This steam-powered Machine was commissioned in the Manofactoria and moved to Zadox so that newspapers could arrive at news stands earlier.<br/><br/>It was so efficient that it reduced labor needed to print newspapers by tenfold and soon, similar machines were made for other industries. Clothmaking was revolutionized by Sewing machines and Rifles, Which were popular among farmers who had to keep their cattles safe from evil wolves were now made in assembly lines. In the rifle factories, each worker had to preform just one production phase. They got an unfinished product from the guy to the right, added something to the rifle and then he handed it over to the guy next to him. Moving the gun about however could be time consuming and so a machine was installed to move the rifles between the workstations...<br/><br/>New Knowledge:<br/>Industrial Automation<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Harkback""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Agents:<br/>- Mayor Ruebeck - Elected Mayor of Zadox, In charge of the city's robust infrastructure projects. Perhaps Descendant of the once respected Ruebeck family, whom according to some old brick tablets governed Zadox for an entire Millenia. <br/><br/>Forces:<br/>- The Sentines - Guardians of the Harkback cult. They help wherever help is needed. If armed at all, they carry bronze spears, their traditional weapon. When not patrolling the streets in search of fires and wrongdoers, they tend to the sick.<br/>- The Maritime Zadox - Large trade and whaling fleet, Completely unarmed but is large enough to move tens of thousands of tonnes of cargo a year from one port to another.<br/><br/>Infrastructure:<br/>(WONDERS)<br/>- The Mirror Pyramid - besides the dormant mountain survived the apocalypse with little to no harm. An enormous device is housed inside which can act as both a microscope and a telescope, though not at the same time. <br/>- Libraris Apocrypha - The Library of ancient history and science. This wonder makes Ectrüs a Very popular holiday destination mong those in Zadox and Dunnrhof.<br/>(POPULATION CENTERS)<br/>- Zadox - The city of nightmares according to those old and alive enough to tell stories of the past, the past Before the Apocalypse, but even they have trouble recalling the horrific things happened here. Night and day are very much alike in Zadox. During the day, Fog enshrouds the streets blocking out the sunlight while at night, the fog disperses the light of of the candles and oil lamps which makes up for a dim version of daylight. City streets have been widened by the disasters that struck the city and large parks grew on the ruins of the devastated palace that once stood in the middle of Zadox. <br/>- Dunnrhof - Port town West of Zadox. Some of Its buildings are centuries old. Relics of the past litter the streets everywhere. The city is sparsely populated and has little industry. Fishing, Agriculture in the nearby towns however is significant and Dunnrhof acts as a local trade hub.<br/>- Ectrüs - City of the west. Its weather is cold but Sunny and is home to some of the happiest harkback in all of harkback. Its also where the Libraris Apocrypha is.<br/>(ECONOMY)<br/>- The Swirling mines - In the lands north of Zadox, Wast tunnel network spire underground, dug by the miners in search of metals. Mostly copper can be found here, but some other strange, dark metals of little practical use is also present in significant quantities. Harkback laws limit miners to work no more then 3 years in the mines and must then find other employment as Prolonged work underground lead to many diseases, both physical and mental.<br/>- Framed Fields - The land surrounding Zadox was once completely naked. Entire forests were chopped down to make room for farmland. Recently however, weather change has devastated the farmland and so biologists suggested the replanting of trees around potato fields to protect them from high-speed winds. This wasn't enough. Heavy rains and cold weather were still devastating crops so Greenhouses and canals were built to keep plants warm and protected. The upside of greenhouses was that food could be grown in them even in the winter... but they were expensive to build and maintain. The 2 balanced out relatively well.<br/>- Manufactoria - 20 Harkback miles from Zadox, close by the Swirling mines. Thousands of workers toil tirelessly in the factory halls to build new stuff. Pianos, Tools, Books, Furniture, Glass, Copper pipes and other construction materials are also made along with the steam engines, each in a separate production unit. Logistics is Organized by the cult.<br/><br/><br/>Culture:<br/>- Sentientalism - According to the old brick tablets, Sentient creatures in the world must never be harmed or extorted in any way by a fellow sentient being. Peace, Cooperation and equality therefore is mandatory. The Cult holds these Ideas sacred and educates every harkback children to respect them.<br/>- Industrialism - The harkback dream of a future of comfort and prosperity and they believe Industry is their ticket there.<br/><br/>Knowledge:<br/><br/>-LEVEL 1-<br/>- Biology - Ever since the construction of the Mirror Pyramid, Harkback understanding of life, Especially on small scale has grown greatly. Bacterias, living Tissue and reproduction is understood well... Everyone in Zadox loves biology. Books about human anatomy were the first to be published after the apocalypse. Some believe that soon the harkback will be able to perhaps transplant organs or replace them with machines to extend human lifespan... some already make attempts to construct such machines.<br/>- Chemistry - The few books that survived the apocalypse contained useful information on the behavior of matter and also some strange theories about tiny particles, namely, Molecules and elements. According to these centuries old books, the elements can form all kinds of molecules when placed in the right environment, though they may also appear in their pure form. The Watermaker, The Graphite and the Firestopper were the firest elements known to the harkback, though later it turned out that the Watermaker, later renamed Hidrogen is the only pure element of the 3. The rest were molecules.<br/>- Steam Power - The recently discovered steam power has already begun to revolutionize harkback society. Thirst for more raw materials increase quantity of labor sent into the depths to recover coal and metals while increasing amounts of engineers and scientists are trained to understand the way these machines work and improve their designs...<br/>- Calculus - <br/>- Engineering - The harkback are still puzzled as to how they managed to have a working industry before understanding these things.<br/><br/>-LEVEL 2-<br/>- Medicine - The discovery of a small lifeform in the Mirror Pyramid led to the discovery of a bacteria-annihilator substance. Now the substance is mass produced in the Manufactoria and distributed across the Harkback Realm.<br/>- Industrial Automation - With every passing year, More and more machines serve the harkback people. Industrial automation constantly frees works from tedious work, increases productivity and wealth but energy use and pollution grows proportionally...</div></div></div>"
7849,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=100,2014-12-15T10:21:00,Ralnis,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Gyr'flow<br/>Xion'syr 4</span><br/><br/>It has been two years since they have been continuously building and improving their airships with the power of industry that allowed them to make the strength that they have now. However, with the use of geology had allowed them to start thinking of new ways to think about trying to make their armor stronger. While steel was always commonplace in their civilization, they needed new techniques so that they can try to get it lighter and better then the ones they currently have. They went back in the study of chemistry and basic metallurgy of the Old Theocratium to search for answers, but of course when it came to their text, it was the Trederans of old that came with the true answers. The metallurgy that the Stao'nonxizil had to start making their own versions for they wanted their airships to be defended from attacks against anti-air from Sky pirates. The chemistry and blast burning methods of smelting had been discovered at this time and had started to paved the way in much stronger steel that was quickly needed. It also was heaver but enough was needed when it comes to trying to outfit the new airships for making their underbellies and weak spots stronger with the new and improve steel.<br/><br/>This also called for new ways of penetrating their own steel. While the normal cannons and explosives did not do the damage that they needed to penetrate their own armor so they decided to modified it by using steam. The cannon itself was made larger then any cannon they ever built. It was also made of copper to resisted the heat that it will bring out and they also let out pipes that shoot out steam in order to reload the cannon. The shell itself was made of nickel and chromium that made it a much denser shell then any they ever smelted and they also made with a tip that was made for penetrating their own quality of armor and in order to reduce the impact in the future development, they made soft-cap metal which made the impact be able to be spread apart and make it more stronger to go straight through the armor. The canon itself was made by a large use of pistons and gears that they had use a large amount of heat, steam, and pressure to hit the hammer inside and be able to withstand the backlash from it. For special case, they place two sets of bracers that were able to hold the cannons massive backlash and this was good for the hammer was large that it had to become an very advance steam engine that was turned to into the hammers swing on the shell which became the pull of a lever.<br/><br/>With the cannon being in used, they shot it at a airship that they used as a decoy and had their steel on and they were able to shoot it down as the shell went through the entire airship with the shell still going until it fell down in the ocean in a big splash, this became known as an Aug'tav, which is known by the Warshamans as their"" Ancestral Fury"" but it became more known around them as the "" Finger of Wild Thunder"" which became the most accurate translation of the Aug'tav. The Aug'tav had became a special type of canon that its shell was meant to pierce armor and not be explosive like their normal shells. They do not know how useful their canons would be but the airship defense would come in handy against the pirates but what about other things, they will not know yet, but will sooner or later.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">[Infrastructure] Zon'friex: Once a collection of underground vaults that had held all of the collective knowledge that Xel'nox had either stolen or discovered on their own, but they had mostly stolen it, and had found themselves once they had came out of their vaults and had became a bustling city with a labyrinth made of roads and corridors that connect to districts that lend a hand to one another and find the city that they have become and build for the betterment of themselves. Zon'friex is called the Glowing City or the City of Ash as they had settled under the ash that had toppled them and the most powerful nations. It is also called the Glowing City because it has a large network of crystals that glow a rainbow of colors and also the large industrialization that had never been seen since the year of Veer'gornash, which was the last era before the Dark Times. The city's workings are of common place and it now houses 42,000 embers that still flicker among the darkness. The City is nearly hidden from the naked eye but the only thing that can be sought is the various holes that lift up smoke and vapor that are symbols of advancement and a new age for them.<br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The Ar'forgual Aerodrome: The first city that is made outside of the city of Zon'frex. It is a nexus for the Stao'nonxizil's own airships that are used to explore the Old Theocratium and to make homesteads as they rely on it to try and quickly explore the Old Theocratium and Xel'nox to see what survives and what hasn't. Right now, 8,000 have called this Aerodrome home and made it partially a city in both underground and topside. Ar'forgual is mostly topside and some underground as they have a place for the Skyborn, people who have made a living and have called their airships their houses instead of their underground counterparts, and also for the rest of their underground civilization as their an assortment of taverns, business, and shipyards for airships but they also have more crime that also make more Warshamans look for more security but are usually turn a blind eye because the Skyborn can handle the their own trouble but general security is still with the Warshamans but they are usually giving trust to the Skyborn to handle their business and the at some times, the general people.<br/><br/>[Infrastructure] Gyr'flow: Known as the deepest fissure in the lands that the Stao'nonxizil have occupied and the riches of its mineral wealth. This is also the town that has rested on the very walls and the homesteads that have settled on the valley itself to give itself food and wealth beyond what can a common lower caste can dream as they have made their way in help satisfied the hunger for production and industry for now and it seems that this also production industry as well as the town is among the third largest city in their lands that have the most importance when it comes to production and general raw materials of the economy and the Stao'nonxizil.<br/><br/>[Agent] Xi'shik: Inventor, Shaman, and current leader of the Sax'fro. The Sax'fro at one time were one of the most intensive spy agencies in the world before the Dark Times, they were formed for the use of exploration and gathering of knowledge when the Theocratium of Xel'nox made their one and only colony, Xergiok, on Tredera and the Sax'fro caste was prevalent in obtaining most of the technology and knowledge of Tredera that rivaled other powers of spies in the world. When the Dark Times came, they retreated with the rest and had gained power as the leaders of the remnants and became intertwined with the new beliefs and culture of the Stao'nonxizil. Xi'shik is skilled in deciphering the ancient text that the Sax'fro used that became the new language of their people and ushered in the inventions that they had discovered long ago at the end of Veer'gornash. The Sax'fro caste still hold an a power over their people as spies, assassins, and now leaders of their civilization, but they are still but a shadow of the legend they used to be, but the new age can bring better legends and a new power for them. <br/><br/>[Forces] Zel'nov Warshamans: A mixture of the two sects of the Warshaman caste that once fought for the Amarites in the past. In the past, the most elite of their cast became the Quo'nox, the ones trained in fighting by the Amarites and led their brothers and sisters to war in what was called Wild Thunder's March, which was led by the Quo'nox Warshaman Myxsti'thyx, which is known to the Old Languages as Wild Thunder and he was a master tactician and the one who wrote the Huen, or the Warshaman's own version of unconventional warfare that allowed them to be famous auxiliaries that won them several victories, both offensive and defensive. When all Warshamans were called underground, then they had joined each other as a hybrid lead as they were the first ones to try and scavenge, reclaim, and explore Xel'nox and they had became more in line to stealth and skirmishing then their old styles of combat. They also are trained in guns and weapons of different types, but they prefer weapons for accuracy and stealth that allows them to take out their forces with precision then brute force like of Old Times.<br/><br/>[Forces] Hemo'shiv/Skeleton Crews: Known as the Warriors of the Skyborn and known as the Warshamans of the skies. These forces have become the true arm of Xel'nox as they have became the stable of the use of a growing rise of a aerial navy and the commonplace of airshsips and airship homes. They have became a large force quickly which had became for both use in merchant use, exploration, and general bounty hunting and mercenary work. The Skeleton Crews fight fierce and underhand and do not care about honor unlike their troop counterparts, even though they fight with stealth and skirmishing but at least they fight with some honor in their way. Their airships come in all shapes in sizes and continually grows as their Aerodrome gets bigger and the knowledge is becoming more commonplace. The different types of airships that used things like gatling guns and cannons or even drop explosives have been of use when combating heavily defended pirate outpost out in the ruins of the Old Theocratium or other enemies they may come after them. <br/><br/>[Culture] The Storm Rides Again/The Statues of Az'martinx: The natives of Xel'nox resistant outside influence even when they were offered to learn. Their culture is known to be the most alien of them all and they love it and their beliefs are no different. Their storm gods of their Parthenon were at once 3200 alone and statues littered their entire civilization. Now their belief is more reformed and still eldritch as their gods and even revered ancestors are transformed into what one will call to be horrible and repulsive, but it is unique and show the part of their belief that like a storm, they will always rise and ride again.<br/><br/>[Knowledge] Steam Power: In Veer'gornash, steam power and the Industrial Revolution was starting for them but then the Dark Times came. Now it was a revival to what they never had completely grasp until the end of the world. The power of the Steam had allowed for them to fully see the sight of industrialization and the use of steam that allowed them to do lots of things, one of the many things was to use if for mining, building, and refining as well as learning about the use of the first taste of machinery that started to bring in factories to their sections of the city and the smoke and vapor started to rise out of the very ground itself.<br/><br/>[Knowledge] Chemistry: The thing that all natives of Xel'nox do know, from the fertilizer to gunpowder and explosives. They had decipher this the most out of all the text they were able to search for in the vaults they have been able to secure themselves in. It, with Biology, had became the foundations of bringing back horticulture and balance out the industrialization and the naturalism, though it only extends to growing mushrooms much better and larger though it has even better workings. They also allowed them to do things like rediscover gunpowder and the use of acids and explosives for both domestic and militaristic means. This also helps them in trying to survey the ground topsoil that they use the chemistry when it came to send out expeditions and trying to figure out if the ash is still in the land.<br/>Starting location (You can specify specific locations on the map or non specific ones, such as Tropical coastline, Desert, Rocky mountains): <br/>Underground in the Satizmi Waste, Northern Xel'nox, though the only thing you will see about the civilization is the smoke fumes that come out in a matter of holes.<br/><br/>[Magic] Wisdom of the Ash: The first instances in history for them is that magic has been developed by unknown means. The people that have been gifted with the magic have been able to harness the ash that is around Xel'nox and has called it the Wisdom of the Ash.<br/>( update) The magic called the Wisdom of the Ash has started to show connections with the land and the people developing the magic and had first known that they can draw the ash in spirit from the very land itself and have been showing to ignite the ash to be use in a fireball that explodes. This is the first time that offensive or combat-related use of the Wisdom of the Ash has been used and tested in their history.<br/><br/>[ Knowledge] Biology: Biology has been rediscovered as a means of increase agriculture and to help with the explorations topside.<br/><br/>[Knowledge] Engineering: Large scale construction has been reintroduced and been used to its fully effects so that they can have more room to grow underground and have better planning for their buildings and such.<br/><br/> [Knowledge] Calculus: The first use and understanding of advance mathematics ever since Veer'gornash when they were just learning the concept and trying to implement it before the apocalypse but now the rediscover of it has brought them back into the idea of advancing their math skills for other projects and theories that they have in mind for the future of their civilization.<br/><br/>[Knowledge] Astronomy: Found by an now extinct Warhsaman cult, the uses of Astronomy and the Chronoshamans have been pivotal for the history of the Old Theocratium and now is the only thing that can help them learn about the outside and try to discover the lost history of the Dark Times.<br/><br/>Beyond Lvl 1 Technologies<br/><br/>[Knowledge] Physics: The studies of Lro'max and the uncovering of yet another thing that was going to be of use throughout the Old Theorcratium. The study of Physics could have ushered in new ways for the Theocratium to use it's power to harness the true power of the Storm Gods and to be able to fight more efficiently, and possibly even fly! The fabled studies of Lro'max have became the Stano'zanilxi's top priority and it will take them more then a few years but they shall complete it with the upmost importance.<br/>The Warshamans had started to improve their weaponry that had started to make them use upgraded bullets and gunsmithing styles that had jumped them up a good start from their original settings. Airships have been developed and are being used in early stages of explorations have also given the insights that they may be able to reclaim the Old Theocratium. This also yield the foundations of beginning of other technologies that are locked away in the vaults but time is of the essence if they are to truly prosper in their new, harsher landscape.<br/><br/>[Knowledge] Geology: One of the most important text that have been discovered in order to find more resources that can help them learn and improve their knowledge to the fullest when trying to learn the very earth they walk and live on. This help with learning what to mine and what not to and what can be used for the use of building things like airships.<br/><br/>[Knowledge] Metallurgy: The Stao'nonxizil had founded to make more stronger steel by using more advance chemistry in order to make the use of better armor for their airships and started to make the first plated airships out of their civilization, or remnants that is. Once other thing that they also have made was the armor-piercing canons to be of use to take down their own armor and this made specialized canons to handle their own powerful shells to try and bring the airships down if needed.</div></div></div>"
7850,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=100,2014-12-15T13:09:00,Seno Zhou Varada,"<blockquote><div><cite>Ralnis <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=22800705#p22800705"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Seno Zhou Varada <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=22800509#p22800509"">wrote</a>:</cite>The man seemed to have never been in the sun by his paleness and statement. The darkened goggles finally made sense as well as the hood. The tribal tattoos were interesting and seemed to resemble markings of a caste like system the ashpeople use. They only knew the old Theocratium was very advanced for natives and knew of the Ameralites. ""Of course"" Keya says as she motions for some people to guide them to a building. She goes to take a step then a wave of tiredness assaulted her as she moved her leg almost falling. Luckily one of the men notices it and keeps her from falling and handing her a staff. She knew what was happening, the effects of her power while giving her a more youthful look and longer life were devastating for her energy. Her tattoos then begin to glow a bit as she uses a small and quick energy spell and she quickly drinks a small vial of an energy liquid she had. She then continues to walk with them.</div></blockquote><br/>The was surprised when he saw the glowing energy and the spell and saw that she was a mage and he said,"" you are a mage? I see we are not the only people with a magical touch by unknown means, though that could mean that your tattoos are something else. It seems your power is power is great. Though I hope you are able to carry yourself throughout our walk."" It was strange to see a different type of magic out of their own. Only two in his crew have been blessed with the Wisdom of the Ash and they were still researching its origins, but they believe that it has more Shamanistic as those who have the Wisdom are connected to those who have been the most mystic of Shamans in their families that have even reached during the Dark Times.</div></blockquote><br/>Keya was a bit surprised at them having mages too. Either the ancients had great coverage of the world or something else. The man also seemed suprised and a bit curious though it seemed like he noticed her energy shortage. While she would have to rest soon she could go with them for a little while. ""I'll be fine for a little while but then I need to rest as this power came around 50 years ago and it takes a toll on the body"" she responded using her cane to support her weight ""we believe it comes from the ancients, but not ours, ones from way before our tine whose ruins have been buried for perhaps many thousands of years"". She then takes a breath as her body needed more air than usual and continued ""we discovered one such ruin when I was exploring our old capital's ruins where I came across a very unusual thing that granted all of Zyrasian blood power from our tattoos, though power varies with person."" These people were actually fairly interesting and she wondered about their culture. Just as the building came up she had another fatigue attack and just managed to catch herself. ""I'm sorry I'm not doing as well these days I'll have to beg my leave"" she says and apologises ""my daughter Yu will answer any questions you may have"". As Keya says that a girl of around 19 with Raven black hair, a normal color of skin, a purple black mix colored eyes, of around 5'11 feet in a dark purple robe, and blue face tattoos walks out and says ""hello again sorry for my mother's need to leave."" She then hand motions to go inside the building.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Present day</span></span><br/><br/>Around 2 years after that Keya had departed this world earlier than people expected as her fatigue attacks got stronger and stronger. But then in a strange event all of Keya's power was given to Yu, her daughter. With this blood magic had also been discovered in an accident. When Yu had had been poked with a needle and cast a spell to stop the bleeding the blood on the needle vanished and the wound closed. She quickly sent her discovery to the Mage center and soon it is revealed that blood could be used for magic power. Though riskier it was more powerful and it could be used in almost infinite ways. Soon these discoveries lead to the use of animal blood for weaker spells and human blood for more powerful spells.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Infrastructure: Siochanna: An ancient city once owned by the Zyrasians and now back in their hands. While not totally destroyed it will take some time to fix.<br/>Infrastructure: Asiris River Region: The Asiris river once housed many factories, powered them, and supported people. Now it doesn't but it can in the future.<br/>Culture: Viva la Revolution: The Zyrasians are an independent, free, people who don't tolerate conquerers, slavers, racists, and bigots. These defiant people don't take crap from nobody anytime at all.<br/>Infrastructure: New Zyras: The great reclaimed city of New Zyras. Home to thousands of years of history and many revolutions. While damaged it's being repaired and finally the Zyrasians will take to the land.<br/>Infrastructure: Spirit: The floating city that kept these people alive. Armed by cannons and fireworks using heavy bombardment on enemies to keep them away and using steam power it slowly moves along. Advanced fishing machines and whaling guns also are on the city for food and fuel harvesting. It houses 20,000 people and has small farms to keep vitamin C and others up and some livestock but not much.<br/>Agent: Yu: The daughter of Keya she is a bit different. She is a royal scout (spy assassin) and has the power to turn invisible but is also a great diplomat due to her attractive appearence and her cheerfulness. She absolutely loves exploring ruins and different from her mother she has rifle with an edited telescope on it to make it easier for her to scout and eliminate targets.<br/>Forces: The Reclaimers of New Zyras: 2 sects, The Vanguard, and The Navy. While the Zyrasians absolutely hate fighting they will do it if necessary. The 1st go out into the deadlands, ruined farms, and ruined factories to clear them out but usually patrol Spirit. The last explores the seas and makes sure no people come near Spirit. Now there is a small airforce of airships and mages but that's for dangerous areas.<br/>Magic: Glyph magic: This magic while mysterious holds great power in major moments but can be controlled in minir ways like lighting a flame in your hand or other small ways. All Zyrasians have at least a little bit of it because of operation ""Zyrasian""...<br/>Knowledge:Physics: You see that apple? Gravity! Now I can also explain why the apple does what it does when I throw things. Also school children's heads now figuratively explode!<br/>Knowledge: Industrial automation: Production moves faster now with men working only on one part then the other men taking it and doing another part.<br/>Magic: Blood Magic: As it says, this is a dangerous magic but has lots of power in it.</div></div></div>"
7851,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=100,2014-12-15T13:34:00,Harkback Union,"One foggy morning, The HSS Zobros of the Maritime Zadox, Named after an ancient stargazer left Zadox to chart new lands. They sailed to the west, And then to the south and found a new continent. All was well until a great storm caught the ship and the waves crashed the ship into a huge rock on the shoreline. The sailors were stuck in this foreign land with little supplies. They started exploring inland to find a suitable location to set up an encampment."
7852,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=100,2014-12-15T14:06:00,United Soviet Jason Republic,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The City of Leto:</span></span><br/><br/>In the school of Dar Al-Hikman more progress was being made on the development of steam power. This power, it seemed, had the capacity to change the way people moved throughout the empire. Steam ships replaced those of sails on the high seas for trade and rich merchants employed the use of steam crafts in rivers. Airships were still for the most part impracticable for commence and were only used for exploration. The military would begin to test out airships armed with cannons to see how they behaved under the unequal forces acting upon them. It soon became clear they had some potential, but it would take a break through in metal working to make the ships really effective.<br/><br/>The new attraction in the city was the landship. Running on a small track in the center market the steam powered craft took those willing to pay for a ride on the beast in a short circuit around the plaza. It soon became a popular ride, attracting hundreds of onlookers and riders. For the amount a camel could carry this craft surpassed other means of transportation. They were however expensive. Most of the parts on the craft were made by craftsmen. Normally nomads took on the responsibility of transporting goods across the desert. Now merchants were testing old ways. The Sulitan was amazed by these crafts. However he knew they would bring turmoil to the Empire by breaking up old customs. He would have to satisfy the old tribes if he wanted to keep his power. His own tribe was alienated by his settler ways. Prince Hauabar Al-Ada was one with the tribe, hunting and moving with them. It was obvious he was gaining support for a political maneuver against his nation. Something had to be done.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">A Caravan from the North</span></span><br/><br/>An envoy from the Iron Depostism was welcomed into the Emperial court. They were greeted by the Sulitan himself, who had them enter through the main palace entrance. In the main hall the Sulitan sat waiting. The room was wide, with arches and pillars expanding the hall. The floor was tiled with polished marble and polished pink quartz. Narrow windows let in beams of light that could be seen in the air. In the alcoves lining the hall men and woman sat and stood, listening to court proceedings and gossiping. At the end of the hall the Sulitan sat in his white robes and gold leaf crown. His throne was made of sandstone. Placed upon meany short steps it was the highest place in the room. Guards stood at attention at each pillar, hand on their swords and others on rifles. The Emperor watched the envoy enter the hall.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">In the North </span><br/><br/>A group of traders on camel and horse back slowly traveled north. They had left the stepps and were now in more lush lands. The traders and explorers were a far way from home. For years this route was the basis for trade between the north and south. The raw goods of the south were traded with the finished ones of the north. Thought this trade was difficult due to the lack of heavy equipment it prospered. Over sea bigger quantities of goods were transported between the north and south. However this caravan was different. Its goal was to open more relations with the buyers and sellers of the north.<br/>(OOC: Anyone can reply to this if they are in the north.)<br/><br/><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""The Empire""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">14<br/><br/>[Agents] Prince Hauabar Al-Ada, son of Harq this man is following in the footsteps of his great grand father, focusing more on the military. <br/><br/><br/>[Agents] Sulitan Harq Al-Ada: Taught at the school of Dar Al-Hikman and versed in the ways of culture, Prince Harq is interested in engineering. His first city to rule will be his toy for politics and construction. He is focused on culture and a sound political base. <br/><br/>[Forces] The King maintains a large force of nomadic warriors called The Firmi. These troops were raised in the desert and are most skilled at mounted combat. Levies from the city were later on integrated into the force in order to maintain order in cities in the small country. These levies are armed mostly with spears and swords, but more elite units have muskets.<br/><br/>[Forces] Another left over from the collapse of the old empire is the idea of a navy. Upon reuniting the Empire the Raiders were created to protect off shore fishing and shipping. Ships that were left over from the old empire often resorted to raiding as a source of resources. The idea of the navy remains and is built upon piracy. <br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The City of Leto still stands. Despite it being nearly abandoned after the old empire collapsed the large, deep ports inside of the city were returned to and inhabited again. The city has very little notable about it and stands at the mouth of the Lea river, the lifeblood of the Settled and Nomadic people.<br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The city of Akksum has been taken into the realm. The city is home to a new palace, temple and ports. Under the rule of Harq Al-Ada the city's population grew. Walls would be constructed around the city, a market place built and trade between the desert would grow. The city has a library, sprawling markets, and a palace of its own. <br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The city of Bagghar is little more than a port city and trading outpost. From the north it if the first city in which trade is brought into the Empire. Frequented by merchants it is a bustling market. From this city nomads take goods south to Akksum or Leto. <br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The Township of Southern Ameralite: These four small towns are built upon the ruins of former Ameralite cities. These towns are focused around mining and lumber trade which is then transported to the southern cities. <br/><br/>[Culture] The Hymes of Dar Al-Hikman, a renound art school before the collapse of the old empire have now been turned into a holy book. The school was re founded after the return of inhabitants to the city of Leto. The book comprises of hymns from the settled and nomadic people and preach respect for the desert and water. Often times the desert and ocean are referred to as being liquids, as they both seem to flow and have waves. The classic book provides the moral and civil codes of the people in the Empire. <br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">-Level One-</span><br/>[Knowledge] Navigation: In the dark times the people living on the coast depended on the livelihood that for generations saved their lives: fishing. This simple act required the ability to construct well made ships and use the wind. The tides and waters of the area near the Empire is well known. Sailors are taken in high regard as they helped provide food to the inland when civilization collapsed. As over fishing became an issue the sailors headed deeper into the ocean to catch more fish. In the darkest of times the fishing trade all bust collapsed. The fish population returned and the knowledge of the ocean was kept alive. Navigation also plays a roll in traveling through the sand seas of the desert.<br/><br/>[Knowledge] Engineering, Chemistry, Steam Power, Calculus<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Level Two</span><br/>[Knowledge] Physics, Railroads</div></div></div>"
7853,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=125,2014-12-15T14:36:00,Greater Franco-Iberia,"<div align=""center""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""> Nova Retimoni </span></span></div><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Post-Common Era, 012 (P.C.E 010) - Post-Common Era, 014 (P.C.E 14)</span></div><br/><br/>The last landships rolled out of the massive military base and onto the Old Road, an ancient and overgrown highway that once spanned the continent. Proud generals over viewed their force, which statistics are as follows:<br/><br/>30,000 soldiers, armed with bolt-action rifles known for their accuracy, they have mastered the art of camouflage from their tribal origins and wear thick steel plates over their chests. Most have been trained for war since the age of 10, they are known for their sharpshooting, ability to take damage and their ambushing skills. Their main weaknesses are that they can be slow and tend to go into blood rages, in which case they are very hard to control. A select few are known to take narcotics before a battle to dull pain, and Confederate soldiers durability is mighty.<br/><br/>600 Gatling Gunners, although there are spare gattling guns for soldiers to use when needed, these soldiers specialize in it. They have very heavy armor and are equipped with a gattling gun, rudimentary grenades (Yes, they did exist.) and a hand cannon. They are one of the most durable units, deal extreme damage and are amazing defenders. However, they are very slow, and once they camp down it is hard for them to move base without having their heads blown off.<br/><br/>500 snipers, the elite of the elite, snipers are masters of camouflage, hiding in trees and ruins. They use long ranged rifles powered by Aether pressure, firing deadly lead bolts with incredible accuracy. They are very lightly armored and fast, and they will never give up a kill. However, they take few hits before dying or fleeing, and they are pathetic at close ranged combat.<br/><br/>7,000 L-1 Landships, brutal machines, these behemoths roll across the battlefield, crushing or blowing up anything in their path. The are equipped with one large forward facing cannon, which has the option of firing explosive rounds or purely kinetic ones. This cannon has the sole purpose of destroying buildings, and it can do that, very well. 1-2 shots from the main cannon can destroy almost any civilian structure, and of course it takes more to destroy buildings built to withstand such punishment. Two side cannons can be found on the tread areas, these cannons are mainly meant to decimate infantry, firing small explosive rounds that blow the target into little gory pieces. These machines are insanely durable, withstanding all known infantry weapons and most artillery barrages unless it is a direct hit. They are painfully slow however, and the massive Aether engines, although well shielded, are a vulnerable point.<br/><br/>3,000 L-1S Landships, medium armored, these mobile artillery units are a force to be reckoned with. They stay on the sidelines, using their massive Marwolaeth cannons to decimate enemy forces. They have the choice of explosive, incendiary or AA shots. Since the capture of foreign traders off the coast, the Confederacy has known of enemy airships. They at first were considered a reason not to attack, however the AA Shot was developed. Any airship captains nightmare, these shells are fired using a backup pressure firing system that diverts insane amounts of power from the Engines, meaning that before firing one the craft must stay motionless for exactly 2 minutes. When enough steam has been built up, the shell is fired at the enemy aircraft, aiming in the general direction of the enemy balloon section. Just before firing, a fuse is lit at a certain point depending on distance to enemy airship. This is designed to allow the shell to detonate before hitting the enemy aircraft. The shot is basically just a thin metal cylinder which contains gunpowder and large amounts of sharp metal fragments and flammable oils. When the shell detonates, shards of red hot metal and burning oil flies in all directions, annihilating any nearby fabrics. Although one of these shots is not so formidable, as it is likely to miss, when the L-1S fire together at one target or a group of targets a few are bound to hit, and a few is all that is needed. The L-1S is not so slow as the L-1, but it is not fast, it is less durable but is also equipped with side cannons. A direct hit from any of its shells means total annihilation, so approaching one alone is very, very stupid, especially since they are protected by the squad of military engineers that guard it with their lives.<br/><br/>These are of course not the only forces, and smaller regiments of engineers, supply caravans and medical aids are also present. The massive army rolled and marched into the forest at the break of dawn, camouflaged well, especially against observation from above. The smoke trails left by the massive smoke stacks present on the vehicles were collected in bags fastened to the end of the smoke stack which had to be replaced every few half hours, those bags were left in bushes or behind trees on the side of the Old Road. They headed towards the northern civilizations, and towards glory, or, death.<br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">REMEMBER, STATEMENTS ON OPINIONATED THINGS SUCH AS ACCURACY ARE RELATIVE TO MY TECH LEVEL. ACCURACY FOR YOU MAY BE MORE THAN FOR ME. </span><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Items""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">[Infrastructure x2]Nova Retimoni:<br/>Retimoni is an ancient city of the Confederacy, long since destroyed and worn down by endless invasions and battles. The capital of the realm is named after this once great city. It sits atop the mountain famous for the Argon Falls, and is heavily defended by tall stone walls, and the massive mortars that can be found on every city block. The city is not large, but it does not need to be as it is mostly made up of the aristocrats and chiefs of Confederate society. It has a rudimentary plumbing system and is known for it's cultural output.<br/><br/>[Forces x2] The Red Legion: <br/>A large force that specializes in artillery warfare. It contains large amounts of the most advanced weaponry accessible to the Confederacy, it's gunpowder units are admired for their bravery, blood lust and efficiency, whilst it is lacking in cavalry and melee infantry. It is a 200 year old army, and takes pride in its traditions and history. It is currently stationed at Nova Retimoni. Due to recent developments, the Legion was converted into an almost purely infantry division in P.C.E 12.<br/><br/>1st Armored Divison:<br/>A large force of L-1 and L-1S model landships.<br/><br/>[Agent] Logik Bachtrade:<br/>Logik is an amazing and odd scientist, inventer of the ""airwheel"" and the man who sparked the Confederacies Technological Revolution. <br/><br/>[Culture] The Gods Park: All of the most important ancient memorials and statues of the Gods of the various tribes in the Confederacy have been sitting in this one park in the ruins of Retimoni for hundreds of years. Around the beautiful yet eerie overgrown ruins of the once mighty city lie the idols, all slightly overgrown but still extremely beautiful and unique. Most are bronze, stone or gold, however a few are made of strange materials that are as of yet unknown to the Confederacy. Thousands make insanely long pilgrimages here, and you can always expect a few people quietly praying to their gods.<br/><br/>[Knowledge x4] Extremely Advanced Gunpowder Weaponry (Chemistry): Since the dark days of the apocalypse, the Confederation has stood out due to its weapons. Here you can find such wonders as bolt-loaded rifles, Gatling guns (Hand cranked.) , and the massive and awe inspiring artillery that can be found almost anywhere in the empire. The Confederation has some of the fastest reloading and longest ranged gunpowder weaponry in the world, and they are proud of it.<br/><br/>The Power of Steam: Already being harnessed with the few ironclads prowling the waters and the massive amount of factories springing up like mushrooms in fall all over the empire, steam power is clearly the future.<br/><br/>Engineering: Towers that reach up and touch the sky are scattered throughout the Confederate lands.<br/><br/>Aether Technology (Magic): By harnassing the power of Aether, smaller and more controllable engines have been created.</div></div></div>"
7854,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=125,2014-12-15T15:07:00,Levis Avara,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Industrial Automation</span><br/>The smoke bellowed in the factories of Arcea city like in the days of old the automated machines could now do jobs of hundreds of men the machines never tiring this revolution led to mass produced goods and a reduction in working labor fattening the pockets of Altarian industrialist greatly like in the days of the old Arcean Empire.This leads to greater productivity and more innovation in technology with this living conditions start to improve has well but unlike the old days the Polis party left leaning politicians controlled the Senate and House and made bills that outlawed child labor and improved working conditions has best has they could within the limits of this Era.This progressive movement puts ease on the Altarian people and makes them glad they're apart of this fine nation has indeed it seems the world has become a darker place then it used to be.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Industrial Automation</div></div></div>"
7855,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=125,2014-12-15T15:09:00,Ralnis,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pac Kindom <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=22804190#p22804190"">wrote</a>:</cite>0-2 BAFR<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Greater Franco-Iberia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=22798154#p22798154"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Oligarchs watched the prisoners will slight fascination as the military officers sat down in front of them. The room was dark, and the two people in chains struggled, shouting in strange tongues. They had been the captains of the ships the Confederate patrols had captured off the coast, the rest of the crew had been released, but did not have permits to leave the city and were effectively trapped. One of the military officers put on a thick leather glove and took a red hot iron rod from a nearby fire pit. The other pulled out an ancient map of the world and placed it in front of the foreign captains whilst the third officer unchained their arms. Both captains rubbed their wrists and stopped shouting for help, looking uneasily at the map. The Confederate officers gestured to the map and handed each of the captains a pen. One of the captains caught on quickly, drawing out the borders of a nation to the south by the mouth of a river. The other shook his head. Whilst the third Confederate officer unchained and led the first captain out, the one holding the red hot iron rod began to stretch out his arm to let the iron touch the second captain in the leg. before he iron touched him, the suddenly afraid captain hastily sketched out the borders of a nation even further south on the continent. He was also unchained and let out. They were free to roam the city, but would be watched. The new map was posted in the capital building, and the Oligarchs were most pleased. </div></blockquote><br/><br/>As there ship was attacked the captain ordered is his first mate to take the youngest crew members on there escape craft and report home. A week later with half the crew on the verge of collapse due to hunger arrive back at Conwy Port. There report drained the people hope the survivors would be friendly<br/><br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Ralnis <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=22798333#p22798333"">wrote</a>:</cite> The airships, a scouting one with the first set of twin rotating propellers that had saw the sights of a small wooden sailing ship that they thought it was one of their own but knew that they did not have sailing ships, but more in the line of ironclads but they had saw it and had told the Skymaster, a merchant with his daughter trying to show the great sights of water and saw the sailing ship and the Skymaster told the ship to come down with a translator as he spotted the ship and lowered it to the point that they had probably gave them a scare and the translator spoke as the steam came from out of the blast door and said as they covered their faces with darkness and the same way that they are a mystery and they cannot tolerate the sun and said,"" A wooden ship, how do you do and where do you come from?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/><br/>The captain smiled at the man speaking My name is Huw Owen and this is my ship the Gobeithio and we are traders form the Bython Union. Which was formed form various groups survivors who escaped the destruction of there homes during the Age of Darkness. We bring you good and ill news. The good is that others survivored and that we have hold’s of fish and grain to trade and the ill is that we have mave contact with a war like nation<br/> </div></blockquote><br/><br/>The Skymaster had heard from the translator the captain had as his darkened clothes and goggles had started to be put on to cover his sensitive eyes and skin as he cranked a wheel to show the wheel extending to show a retractable ramp and he started to walk with men who had also accompanied him and his daughter, who also had a dark hood and goggles on and they had bolt action rifles and also wore darkness to cover their bodies. The walking came with sounds of metal turned wood as they walked on the ship and the merchant bowed and spoke to the translator as he did his job,"" I am Skymaster Zo'quen and my daughter Wya'trui and we come from Gyr'flow a place up North were you are sailing. I am guessing you are explorers as we have been going back if you wish to follow us, we have good trade and a shipmaster that can look at any things you have with you boat."""
7856,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=125,2014-12-15T15:18:00,New Fraulasia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Northeastern Border, 1975 A.O.P.</span><br/>Richter quietly walked alongside the foreign commander, aware that in an instant things could change, and not exactly for his benefit. The silence was broken when Olan reappeared, leading Lieutenant Ederdeen of Fort Requiem and several companymen behind him. The Lieutenant sized up the foreign leader, and began to speak.<br/>""Richter, interpret for me.""<br/>Richter gulped.<br/>""I am Ederdeen, a Lieutenant to the Neo-Goffsill, and appointed by the Philogoffer King himself to speak on their behalf. Now, from what he has said,"" jerking a thumb at Olan, ""you do not intend this to become bloody, and I do not either, but weapons"" pointing at a nearby soldier ""would only make the people afraid. We are going to a fort, and I believe it would be good for all of us if you were to separate into groups, and some of you remain there, before most of us proceed on to the city of Lotill.""<br/>Richter translated as best he could.<br/>He only wished it was good enough.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Southeastern Border, 1989 A.O.P.</span><br/>Richter and Olan quietly rejoiced, for it seemed these people spoke a language not to distant from Middle-Goffin, the language of Lotill.<br/>""Hello,"" Olan started ""We are Lieutenants to the Neo-Goffsill, and by the Philogoffer Queen to speak on their behalf. You appear to be tired. We will escort you to Fort Requiem, and from their you shall proceed to the city of Lotill. For now, please follow us."""
7857,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=125,2014-12-15T15:41:00,Levis Avara,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">New Zyras</span><br/>(New Agent)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Arcea,Altaria</span><br/>Zea Thalia wearing her white robe with blue trim stood on the railing of the Steamship waving goodbye to her friends and family was a explorer and ordained by the president himself she along with a crew of three men and another woman was to explore the the ruins of New Zyras and Amerlaite and discover if these two civilizations still existed.Her ship landed at Orion then by railway they rode to Aurora from there they where on their own Leon was quite rural and it took some time but with her wisdom and intelligence they got out of some messy and near death situations and stumbled into a new New Zyras<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Agent:Zea Thalia She was a famous explorer for finding ancient Arcean, chenglein and cretzian ruins and was the first altarian to theorize that underground was a advanced precursor civilzation called the Wreckers who destroyed themselves earlier in Trederan history</div></div></div>"
7858,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=125,2014-12-15T16:41:00,New Fraulasia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lotill, 1991 A.O.P.</span><br/>A new area of study has been opened. Luckily not the aging Edgeril's responsibility, the Physics department is seen by some as an accident waiting to happen. Physics, to some, is the quantifying of some...physical, processes, such as acceleration, force, speed. To others, it is some strange offshoot of Chemistry, particularly that ""lighter-than-air"" craft that they speak of in hushed tones at the Institute. Whatever it is, Queen Ciel is rather excited about it.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Neo-Goffsill""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Agents</span></span><br/>Queen Ciel- Sheev's successor, who shares his drive to reclaim Goffsill.<br/>Director (Dr.) Edgeril- The inventor of the steam engine and father of the modern age, now the Director of Natural Sciences.<br/>Captain McKreely Ederdeen- The current captain of the G.E.C., famed for his involvement with contcting the Iron Despotism.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Forces</span></span><br/>1st G.E.C. Infantry- A division of foot soldiers, trained to crew skiffs in the swamp and protect the borders, now armed with rifle firearms.<br/>2nd G.E.C. Infantry- A division of foot soldiers, trained to crew skiffs and protect the borders, now armed with rifle firearms<br/>1st steamship fleet- Vast vessels powered by Edgeril's engine, plying the Goffline in exploration and renewed trade with Zadox.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Infrastructure</span></span><br/>Lotill- The current capital and industrial center of the Neo-Goffsill<br/>The Reclaimed- An area in the swamps, made usable again by miraculous irrigation technologies.<br/>Fort Requiem- A fortress built in the eastern region of the Neo-Goffsill, now the center of a small town.<br/>Trans-Zadoklobe- The eastern area of the Neo-Goffsill, recently reopened to settlement.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Culture</span></span><br/>The Sunken Gallery- An art gallery reclaimed in Old Goffsill, filled with pre-flood paintings<br/>The Potato Calendar- The Calendar used by Old Goffsill, A.O.P.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Knowledge</span></span><br/>&lt;All Level One Technologies&gt;<br/>Physics- A new and interesting area of study, termed the intersection of Chemistry and Engineering.</div></div></div>"
7859,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=125,2014-12-15T20:55:00,Cuprum,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""The Helvetii""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.ciberjob.org/mujeres/historia/cautivas1.jpg""/></div></div></div><br/><br/>The Helvetii is a confederation of about five related Gallic tribes that lived on the Weinland plateau, hemmed in by the mountains and jungle, and the Ambarri lake and the Rhone river. They began to come under increased pressure from German tribes to the north and east. They began to come under increased pressure from Hermann tribes to the north and east. By 1858 AF, the Helvetii were well on their way in the planning and provisioning for a mass migration under the leadership of Orgetorix. Stanley mentions as an additional reason their not being able to in turn raid for plunder themselves due to their location. They planned to travel across Weinland to the west coast, a route that would have taken them through lands of Alsace, a Saxon Region, and the Almain province of Mecklenburg-Schwerin.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Pershing's Expedition</span><br/><br/>James Clerk Maxwell's explorations, carried on by Henry Morton Stanley, excited imaginations. But at first, Stanley's grandiose ideas for colonisation found little support owing to the problems and scale of action required, except from President Gerhard Schröder, who in 1876 AF had organised an expedition leaded by General Pershing. From 1869 to 1874, Stanley was secretly sent by Schröder to the Schwarzwald region, where he made treaties with several native chiefs along the Ambarri lake and by 1882 had sufficient territory to form the basis of the Weinland Free State.<br/><br/>FEBRUARY 1-4: The President and the Legislative branch authorises the sending of three expeditions to Schwarzwald and gives command of the first one to General Pershing. On March 1st, General Pershing's Army of Almain, 1,100 strong, sails from Rochefort in three frigates and mentions that they burned all their towns and villages so as to discourage thoughts among undecided client tribes and enemies of occupying their vacated realm. Tedeschian forces landed at Cill Chuimon and captured Cill Ala.<br/><br/>Jinjur was across the Jungle in Weinland when he received the news. With only a single Army in Mecklenburg-Schwerin, the endangered province, he immediately hurried to Anhalt and ordered a levy of several auxiliary units and the destruction of the Rhone bridge. The Helvetii sent an embassy to negotiate a peaceful passage, promising to do no harm. Jinjur stalled the negotiations for fifteen days, and used the time to fortify his position with a rampart nineteen miles long and a parallel trench. When the embassy returned, Jinjur refused their request and warned them that any forceful attempt to cross the river would be opposed. Several attempts were quickly beaten off. The Helvetii turned back and entered negotiations with the Sequani, and with Dumnorix of the Aeduans, for an alternate route.<br/><br/>Leaving his single Army under the command of his second-in-command Heinrich Kladderadatsch, Jinjur hurried to Mecklenburg-Strelitz. Upon arrival, he took command of the three Armies which were in Lippe and enrolled two new Armies, the 8th Army and the 5th Cavalry Corps. At the head of these five legions, she went the quickest way through the Rhone, crossing territories of several hostile tribes and fighting several skirmishes en route.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, the Helvetii had already crossed the territories of the Sequani, and were busy pillaging the lands Alsace and Bayern-Leverkusen. These cities were unable to oppose them, and as Saxon regions asked for Jinjur's intervention. She obliged them and surprised the Helvetii as they were crossing the river Saône. Three quarters of the Helvetii had already crossed, but one quarter, the Tigurine, was still on the east bank. Three Armies, under Pershing's command, surprised and defeated the Tigurine in the Battle of the Saône. The remaining Tigurini fled to neighboring woods.<br/><br/>After the battle, the Tedeschians built a bridge over the Saône to pursue the remaining Helvetii. The Helvetii sent an embassy led by Divico, but the negotiations failed. For a fortnight, the Tedeschians maintained their pursuit until they ran into supply troubles. Pershing, in the meantime, sent 4,000 Tedeschians and allied Aedui cavalry to track the Helvetii, which suffered some casualties from only 500 Helvetii cavalry. Apparently Dumnorix was doing everything in his power to delay the supplies. Accordingly, the Tedeschians stopped their pursuit and headed for the Aedui town of Sabis. The tables were turned, and the Helvetii began to pursue the Tedeschians, harassing their rear guard. Jinjur chose a nearby hill to offer battle and the Tedeschian Army stood to face their enemies.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">''Jo, jo, jo, the newspaper is funny today, Pershing is in trouble. Time for business! The Helvetii will be defeated as expected but... A new enemy is coming from Vesontio, the Chief of the Tehuelches, Arbolito. The ministry of Culture is calling me!''</span><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""The Federal Republic of Almain""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Agents:</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">- President Gerhard Schröder:</span> The leader of the Republic and the head of the goverment's executive branch. This politician and member of the old guard knows how to manage the masses.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">- Gral. Angelie Jinjur Pershing: </span> She has long dark hair, wears a green uniform, and generally acts impertinent while her army acts lackdaisical.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Forces</span>:<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">* Good commanders:</span> It is better to have a lion at the head of an army of sheep, than a sheep at the head of an army of lions.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">* Raider Group Doctrine:</span> This doctrine meant sending out groups of small fast ships with good endurance to contest the main sea route of the oceans..<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">* Gauss rifle:</span> Is a type of projectile accelerator consisting of one or more coils used as electromagnets in the configuration of a linear motor that accelerate a ferromagnetic or conducting projectile to high velocity.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Infrastructure:</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">* Gärten:</span> They are created by staking out the shallow lake bed and then fencing in the rectangle with wattle. The fenced-off area was then layered with mud, lake sediment, and decaying vegetation, eventually bringing it above the level of the lake. Often trees such as āhuexōtl and āhuēhuētl were planted at the corners to secure the Gärten. Gärtens were separated by channels wide enough for a canoe to pass. These ""islands"" had very high crop yields with up to 7 harvests a year.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Culture:</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">* Political Contract</span>: Is theory or model, originating during the Age of Madness, that typically addresses the questions of the origin of society and the legitimacy of the authority of the state over the individual.Social contract arguments typically posit that individuals have consented, either explicitly or tacitly, to surrender some of their freedoms and submit to the authority of the ruler or magistrate (or to the decision of a majority), in exchange for protection of their remaining rights. The question of the relation between natural and legal rights, therefore, is often an aspect of social contract theory.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">* (O)stomachion:</span> This is a dissection puzzle similar to a Tangram, and the treatise describing it was found in more complete form in the Archimedes Palimpsest.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Knowledge:</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">* Iron and Coal</span>: A blast furnace was used to make pig iron, which then had to undergo a further process to make forgeable bar iron. Processes for the second stage include fining in a finery forge and, from the Industrial Revolution, puddling. However both processes are now obsolete, and wrought iron is now hardly made.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">* Ultraviolet Light</span>: Is electromagnetic radiation with a wavelength shorter than that of visible light but longer than X-rays.</div></div></div>"
7860,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=125,2014-12-16T04:22:00,Ralnis,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Xion'syr 6,<br/>The Inner Ashlands of the Old Theocratium</span><br/><br/>New things were coming everyday and this was no different. Many that were blessed by the Wisdom of the Ash that made them more in connected with the ancestry of their shamanistic roots and they told the leading caste, the Sax'fro and their leader Xi'shik, that if they go deeper into the western Ashlands of the Old Theocratium then their powers will grow to the point will be of some use in combat. They wandered about the idea for many the reasons of trying to see that this would be a good idea, though Skymaster Loik have said that only those who have the Wisdom of the Ash can survive normally and even thrive if they were given the chance. While the Skymaster was both renowned and respect in their caste then the higher ones were going to give them a chance to test them out.<br/><br/>They gave them a few months and had tested the results, which were what the Skymaster and other leaders of the caste had thought would happen, while others could not survive, they were practically normal to the Stao'nonxizil's standards and they were able to grow extremely strong, even they have been known to have being seen as more wraithlike as they have said that they "" have breathed the air of the past, walked the very ruins of the Old Theocratium. Now, what was their ancestry is now part of us and their secrets are only ours to tell amongst those who have walked among them."" The wraithlike part of them came with their newfound strength as they started to become more ethereal and vengeful as they seem to talk more like they are in the past, even more so then the Stao'nonxizil would and they have fully embraced their Wisdom and have gone further then predicted and the Sax'fro had saw something true about their powers and their personality and took action in secret.<br/><br/>The Sax'fro had taken the people of the Ash that had embraced the Wisdom and their wraithlike emotions and physical form and try to see how much they can shape their power into a force of reckoning that will remind them of the Sax'fro of old, but it calls for a new type of weapon that will probably be needed when it comes to reclaiming anything they can of the Old Theocratium and try to learn the ways of the Old Sax'fro, even make them create a new language and they taught them the works of being an assassin, spywork, and how to be the true dagger in the dark. Many have started to focus their Wisdom into more stealth and research into offensive magic and started to make their own guns and armor by making them out of stories in runes and made them out of things like copper and bones that have been imbued with the ash that had destroyed their home so long ago. The guns itself were like their staffs and wands for they do not shoot bullets unless they are in the hands of the Ashborn as their bullets are made of ash and they are high explosive and corrosive that could hit through even their strongest steel. They can also enact in Shamanistic rituals to ask their ancestors for guidance and they use it for help and in need when they are not at war.<br/><br/>They also have a limited stealth that is better then camouflage but they can only use it for a short time, like one to five minutes because of the power is taxing on their body. Some of the rare ones are able to harness the old nuclear radiation that used to exist in the Old Theocratium during the Dark Times and they needed specially made armor and more exotic weapons then the normal forces will need. They are usually sent into the more dastardly missions and are the most secretive agents, with their names sticken from all knowledge and history but the ones who assigned them the mission. The new caste was like the Sax'fro in the past was called the Songrici, which meant a lot of thing to the Stao'nonxizil but they have commonly translated to those that know of their civilian work as"" Lore Keeper"" or "" Historian"" which became known as their Shamanistic magic can help unravel the shroud of mystery in the Dark Times and have became the special forces that the Stao'nonxizil needed so much.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">[Infrastructure] Zon'friex: Once a collection of underground vaults that had held all of the collective knowledge that Xel'nox had either stolen or discovered on their own, but they had mostly stolen it, and had found themselves once they had came out of their vaults and had became a bustling city with a labyrinth made of roads and corridors that connect to districts that lend a hand to one another and find the city that they have become and build for the betterment of themselves. Zon'friex is called the Glowing City or the City of Ash as they had settled under the ash that had toppled them and the most powerful nations. It is also called the Glowing City because it has a large network of crystals that glow a rainbow of colors and also the large industrialization that had never been seen since the year of Veer'gornash, which was the last era before the Dark Times. The city's workings are of common place and it now houses 42,000 embers that still flicker among the darkness. The City is nearly hidden from the naked eye but the only thing that can be sought is the various holes that lift up smoke and vapor that are symbols of advancement and a new age for them.<br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The Ar'forgual Aerodrome: The first city that is made outside of the city of Zon'frex. It is a nexus for the Stao'nonxizil's own airships that are used to explore the Old Theocratium and to make homesteads as they rely on it to try and quickly explore the Old Theocratium and Xel'nox to see what survives and what hasn't. Right now, 8,000 have called this Aerodrome home and made it partially a city in both underground and topside. Ar'forgual is mostly topside and some underground as they have a place for the Skyborn, people who have made a living and have called their airships their houses instead of their underground counterparts, and also for the rest of their underground civilization as their an assortment of taverns, business, and shipyards for airships but they also have more crime that also make more Warshamans look for more security but are usually turn a blind eye because the Skyborn can handle the their own trouble but general security is still with the Warshamans but they are usually giving trust to the Skyborn to handle their business and the at some times, the general people.<br/><br/>[Infrastructure] Gyr'flow: Known as the deepest fissure in the lands that the Stao'nonxizil have occupied and the riches of its mineral wealth. This is also the town that has rested on the very walls and the homesteads that have settled on the valley itself to give itself food and wealth beyond what can a common lower caste can dream as they have made their way in help satisfied the hunger for production and industry for now and it seems that this also production industry as well as the town is among the third largest city in their lands that have the most importance when it comes to production and general raw materials of the economy and the Stao'nonxizil.<br/><br/>[Agent] Xi'shik: Inventor, Shaman, and current leader of the Sax'fro. The Sax'fro at one time were one of the most intensive spy agencies in the world before the Dark Times, they were formed for the use of exploration and gathering of knowledge when the Theocratium of Xel'nox made their one and only colony, Xergiok, on Tredera and the Sax'fro caste was prevalent in obtaining most of the technology and knowledge of Tredera that rivaled other powers of spies in the world. When the Dark Times came, they retreated with the rest and had gained power as the leaders of the remnants and became intertwined with the new beliefs and culture of the Stao'nonxizil. Xi'shik is skilled in deciphering the ancient text that the Sax'fro used that became the new language of their people and ushered in the inventions that they had discovered long ago at the end of Veer'gornash. The Sax'fro caste still hold an a power over their people as spies, assassins, and now leaders of their civilization, but they are still but a shadow of the legend they used to be, but the new age can bring better legends and a new power for them. <br/><br/>[Forces] Zel'nov Warshamans: A mixture of the two sects of the Warshaman caste that once fought for the Amarites in the past. In the past, the most elite of their cast became the Quo'nox, the ones trained in fighting by the Amarites and led their brothers and sisters to war in what was called Wild Thunder's March, which was led by the Quo'nox Warshaman Myxsti'thyx, which is known to the Old Languages as Wild Thunder and he was a master tactician and the one who wrote the Huen, or the Warshaman's own version of unconventional warfare that allowed them to be famous auxiliaries that won them several victories, both offensive and defensive. When all Warshamans were called underground, then they had joined each other as a hybrid lead as they were the first ones to try and scavenge, reclaim, and explore Xel'nox and they had became more in line to stealth and skirmishing then their old styles of combat. They also are trained in guns and weapons of different types, but they prefer weapons for accuracy and stealth that allows them to take out their forces with precision then brute force like of Old Times.<br/><br/>[Forces] Hemo'shiv/Skeleton Crews: Known as the Warriors of the Skyborn and known as the Warshamans of the skies. These forces have become the true arm of Xel'nox as they have became the stable of the use of a growing rise of a aerial navy and the commonplace of airshsips and airship homes. They have became a large force quickly which had became for both use in merchant use, exploration, and general bounty hunting and mercenary work. The Skeleton Crews fight fierce and underhand and do not care about honor unlike their troop counterparts, even though they fight with stealth and skirmishing but at least they fight with some honor in their way. Their airships come in all shapes in sizes and continually grows as their Aerodrome gets bigger and the knowledge is becoming more commonplace. The different types of airships that used things like gatling guns and cannons or even drop explosives have been of use when combating heavily defended pirate outpost out in the ruins of the Old Theocratium or other enemies they may come after them.<br/><br/>[Forces] Songrici: The special forces and spies of the Stao'nonxizil. They had became the more open hand when it came to their powers for their caste because they are the only ones that can cross and connect to the spiritual world and help people talking with ancestors for history and general guidance. When war does strike, they become the tools that warriors need in order to win battles. While the Warshamans handle defense and the airships offense, they handle the general variety for their cloak-and-dagger operations with more efficiency then any caste expect the ones who had trained them, the Sax'fro( though the Sax'fro need help to try and keep their secret history and traditions since they are more open now a days and are the leading caste to look up to). The Songrici weaponzied their ash-based magic and use it for the use of specializing stealth and the training of the old Sax'fro training that was once legendary on its own right. They are known to live longer because of the magic making them more wraithlike and have their own exotic weaponry made of copper and bone that allow to use more stronger versions of their offensive spells. They are known to be good at close combat and marksmenship that allows them to take on specialties such as sniping and skirmishing. They are not great with direct combat for they are weaker then a normal human in general aspects( comes with the wraithlike features that make them look more sickly and death like but they are more powerful then normal Ashborn) but they make it up with stealth as they use their magic to make cloak themselves in a limit invisibility but it is taxing to their bodies. Rare ones can harness the power of radiation and are not known in history except by a very select few. They are the most powerful ones as they can do massive damage in their own right and can live longer then normal humans by longevity. All of them ware no to light armor because of their physical stature, so it is not uncommon to see a Songrici mage with military weapons, but velvet clothing like he was a banker or a noble for they believe that ""the equipment does not make the person, but the skill is a different matter"". They number in very low numbers because the quality of training is tough and needed to be to be able to weaponize the ash-based magic efficiently and for them to be flexible in their fighting, whether offensive( most of the time) or defensive( usually handled by warshamans but are used as support).All-in-all, they are the general magic spec-ops that are more flexible then their general forces.<br/><br/>[Culture] The Storm Rides Again/The Statues of Az'martinx: The natives of Xel'nox resistant outside influence even when they were offered to learn. Their culture is known to be the most alien of them all and they love it and their beliefs are no different. Their storm gods of their Parthenon were at once 3200 alone and statues littered their entire civilization. Now their belief is more reformed and still eldritch as their gods and even revered ancestors are transformed into what one will call to be horrible and repulsive, but it is unique and show the part of their belief that like a storm, they will always rise and ride again.<br/><br/>[Knowledge] Steam Power: In Veer'gornash, steam power and the Industrial Revolution was starting for them but then the Dark Times came. Now it was a revival to what they never had completely grasp until the end of the world. The power of the Steam had allowed for them to fully see the sight of industrialization and the use of steam that allowed them to do lots of things, one of the many things was to use if for mining, building, and refining as well as learning about the use of the first taste of machinery that started to bring in factories to their sections of the city and the smoke and vapor started to rise out of the very ground itself.<br/><br/>[Knowledge] Chemistry: The thing that all natives of Xel'nox do know, from the fertilizer to gunpowder and explosives. They had decipher this the most out of all the text they were able to search for in the vaults they have been able to secure themselves in. It, with Biology, had became the foundations of bringing back horticulture and balance out the industrialization and the naturalism, though it only extends to growing mushrooms much better and larger though it has even better workings. They also allowed them to do things like rediscover gunpowder and the use of acids and explosives for both domestic and militaristic means. This also helps them in trying to survey the ground topsoil that they use the chemistry when it came to send out expeditions and trying to figure out if the ash is still in the land.<br/>Starting location (You can specify specific locations on the map or non specific ones, such as Tropical coastline, Desert, Rocky mountains): <br/>Underground in the Satizmi Waste, Northern Xel'nox, though the only thing you will see about the civilization is the smoke fumes that come out in a matter of holes.<br/><br/>[Magic] Wisdom of the Ash: The first instances in history for them is that magic has been developed by unknown means. The people that have been gifted with the magic have been able to harness the ash that is around Xel'nox and has called it the Wisdom of the Ash.<br/>( update) The magic called the Wisdom of the Ash has started to show connections with the land and the people developing the magic and had first known that they can draw the ash in spirit from the very land itself and have been showing to ignite the ash to be use in a fireball that explodes. This is the first time that offensive or combat-related use of the Wisdom of the Ash has been used and tested in their history.<br/><br/>[ Knowledge] Biology: Biology has been rediscovered as a means of increase agriculture and to help with the explorations topside.<br/><br/>[Knowledge] Engineering: Large scale construction has been reintroduced and been used to its fully effects so that they can have more room to grow underground and have better planning for their buildings and such.<br/><br/> [Knowledge] Calculus: The first use and understanding of advance mathematics ever since Veer'gornash when they were just learning the concept and trying to implement it before the apocalypse but now the rediscover of it has brought them back into the idea of advancing their math skills for other projects and theories that they have in mind for the future of their civilization.<br/><br/>[Knowledge] Astronomy: Found by an now extinct Warhsaman cult, the uses of Astronomy and the Chronoshamans have been pivotal for the history of the Old Theocratium and now is the only thing that can help them learn about the outside and try to discover the lost history of the Dark Times.<br/><br/>Beyond Lvl 1 Technologies<br/><br/>[Knowledge] Physics: The studies of Lro'max and the uncovering of yet another thing that was going to be of use throughout the Old Theorcratium. The study of Physics could have ushered in new ways for the Theocratium to use it's power to harness the true power of the Storm Gods and to be able to fight more efficiently, and possibly even fly! The fabled studies of Lro'max have became the Stano'zanilxi's top priority and it will take them more then a few years but they shall complete it with the upmost importance.<br/>The Warshamans had started to improve their weaponry that had started to make them use upgraded bullets and gunsmithing styles that had jumped them up a good start from their original settings. Airships have been developed and are being used in early stages of explorations have also given the insights that they may be able to reclaim the Old Theocratium. This also yield the foundations of beginning of other technologies that are locked away in the vaults but time is of the essence if they are to truly prosper in their new, harsher landscape.<br/><br/>[Knowledge] Geology: One of the most important text that have been discovered in order to find more resources that can help them learn and improve their knowledge to the fullest when trying to learn the very earth they walk and live on. This help with learning what to mine and what not to and what can be used for the use of building things like airships.<br/><br/>[Knowledge] Metallurgy: The Stao'nonxizil had founded to make more stronger steel by using more advance chemistry in order to make the use of better armor for their airships and started to make the first plated airships out of their civilization, or remnants that is. Once other thing that they also have made was the armor-piercing canons to be of use to take down their own armor and this made specialized canons to handle their own powerful shells to try and bring the airships down if needed.</div></div></div>"
7861,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=125,2014-12-16T04:56:00,Pac Kindom,"Off The Coast<br/>0-2 BAFR<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Ralnis <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=22808228#p22808228"">wrote</a>:</cite>Skymaster had heard from the translator the captain had as his darkened clothes and goggles had started to be put on to cover his sensitive eyes and skin as he cranked a wheel to show the wheel extending to show a retractable ramp and he started to walk with men who had also accompanied him and his daughter, who also had a dark hood and goggles on and they had bolt action rifles and also wore darkness to cover their bodies. The walking came with sounds of metal turned wood as they walked on the ship and the merchant bowed and spoke to the translator as he did his job,"" I am Skymaster Zo'quen and my daughter Wya'trui and we come from Gyr'flow a place up North were you are sailing. I am guessing you are explorers as we have been going back if you wish to follow us, we have good trade and a shipmaster that can look at any things you have with you boat.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>As the captain studied Skymaster Zo'quen he realised the he seemed to have never been in the sun or not spent much time. The captain ordered a Corse set for Gyr'flow and spoke to the Skymaster we love to follow you as this is my mission exactly. I was just about to have some lunch would you like to join me and get out of this hot sun."
7862,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=125,2014-12-16T07:28:00,New Strausberg,"<blockquote><div><cite>United Soviet Jason Republic <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=22807656#p22807656"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The City of Leto:</span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">A Caravan from the North</span></span><br/><br/>An envoy from the Iron Depostism was welcomed into the Emperial court. They were greeted by the Sulitan himself, who had them enter through the main palace entrance. In the main hall the Sulitan sat waiting. The room was wide, with arches and pillars expanding the hall. The floor was tiled with polished marble and polished pink quartz. Narrow windows let in beams of light that could be seen in the air. In the alcoves lining the hall men and woman sat and stood, listening to court proceedings and gossiping. At the end of the hall the Sulitan sat in his white robes and gold leaf crown. His throne was made of sandstone. Placed upon meany short steps it was the highest place in the room. Guards stood at attention at each pillar, hand on their swords and others on rifles. The Emperor watched the envoy enter the hall.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>57-59<br/><br/>The caravans made to work unloading its many finished and raw goods for trading as scholars got to work trying studying the region. The translator who has heard of this strange land of sand through people on the roads and learned the language moved forward, accompanying him was Force Commander Orion who had recently been sent on the expedition, they approached the Sultan and bowed respectfully to him. ""мы благодарим Вас за предоставленную нам возможность быть приняты в вашей великий город могучего султана."" The Force commander spoke and the Translator said to the sultan, ""We thank you for allowing us to be welcomed into your great city mighty sultan"". Force commander Orion continued as gifts if gold where brought forward, ""Мы ушли далеко Frim тундре на север в поисках новых земель и союзников. Мы предлагаем Вам подарки из золота , в надежде , что вы услышите мою царей предложение""<br/>The translator spoke again, ""We have come far from the tundra of the north in search of new lands and allies. We bring to you gifts of gold in hope that you will hear my Czars proposal ""<br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Citadel</span><br/><br/>The position of king had finally been replaced by Czar, after many years of debating the position was finally changed to fit there ancestral heritage. Czar was the final term to be given when addressing the new ruler a glad change for some. In other news clockworks had taken the mighty Depostism by storm, soon the factories where booming with production for repeating rifles that they could no longer keep up even for its massive industry. In the end the Czar saw fit to increase production with something known as the assembly line. The first man turns a bolt and moves the product down a line, the next man tightens it, and so on and so forth. No one had to be specialized to mass produce things now, but this did not in any way degrade the quality of the goods. Soon what it took to make 5 rifles each factory could make 50 in nearly half the time. Productions on the railroad now moved south with or without the approval of his neighbors soon the citadel would control the rails and with these new rifles the rails became a much more deadly addition to the arsenal.<br/><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Infrastructure: The Citadel, a massive burdging industrial town-built into the side of the mountain and then deep into it, this city is the heart of The Iron Depotism and its main seat of power. Safe from harm the people work at bettering the Depostism through work and labour <br/><br/>Agent: Hans Jäger, a man of science he works day and night to come up with ways to keep the mighty production that keeps the Depostism alive running, a brilliant inventor and grandson of the man who helped build the Citadel he is one of the most highly regarded indivuals in the Depostism. <br/><br/>Forces: Deep Guard: from the bowls of the mighty citadel spawn the Deep Guard, Soldiers hell bent on protecting there great city and will stop at nothing short of death to protect it. There will is unwavering and each would gladly die for there cause. They are given the best equipment that can be made and put thought a training regiment from birth. It is drilled into them how to kill and they will never hesitate to do so.<br/><br/>Culture: From decades of living the many people's have developed a caste system, The King and warriors the highest caste, the workers the second highest, the slaves the lowest. This caste system keeps people in check, it is also used to keep production going for those who prove themselves skilled workers are often picked to join the warrior caste and a better life. There is only one patron god, Crawn, the god of industry and production.<br/><br/>Knowledge: Advanced metallurgy, when working with so many metals it is often good to understand them, and therefor best implement them. The people's of the Iron Depostim have learned much over the many years of how to produce and use the metals most effectively <br/><br/>Infrastructure: The Great Forges: inside of the citidel lay many mass if forges from which many devices of war are made, each of these built deep into the mountain where the resorces needed for them are plentiful. There are the pride and joy of any working caste member as well as the best arms and armor.<br/><br/>Knowledge: Steam engines: from studying the old machines littered around. The industrial nation has began to create steam powered machine to increase productivity and move around supplies faster. <br/><br/>Knowledge: construction: in an effort to produce bigger and better forges and equipment for the expanding empire the need for bigger structures<br/><br/>Knowledge beyond lv 1<br/>Knowledge: Railroad: in the ever growing need for expansion the steam machines used to move our goods around quicker have been put on wheels and used to now move along the many supplies and such needed for people. Construction continues to ever improve upon this design and make them quicker.<br/><br/>Clockwork: with the addition of clockwork repeating rifles now fly off the factory lines to arm the ever growing armies of the Depostism.<br/><br/>Industrial automation: with the growing need for even more industry the Czar has seen fit to create the Assembly line. With these machines helping production sky rocket the Depostism had quickly become a major provider of weapons across its known territories.<br/><br/><br/>Infrastructure: Skisshaw a new addition to the growing Kingdom the city of Skisshaw is the biggest port city on the Iron Depostim hauling in a total of about 500 pounds of fish a day. As it has quickly become one of the most important regions in the Depostim a massive wall has been erected around it to keep out invaders. It also heavily utilizes the steam engines and ships to produce as much fish as possible without exhausting there food supply.</div></div></div>"
7863,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=125,2014-12-16T08:21:00,Pac Kindom,"Bython<br/>4-6 BAFR<br/><br/><br/>It was four years since of the news of a hostel nation reached the people of Bython and ever since they continuously building and improving their cannons and Gattling guns. With the use of Metallurgy allowed them to start thinking of new ways improving their cannons. While steel is commonplace in bython the creation to become easer and the result lighter and better.<br/><br/>The cannon itself was the best cannon they ever built to date. The barrel was of made of wrought iron, ""built up"" of a tube with additional layers heated and then shrunk over it as they cooled. Hence the barrel was smaller and lighter than previous guns. It is bython first breech-loaders: shell and gunpowder propellant were loaded through the gunner's end of the barrel, rather than through the muzzle as in previous guns, allowing a higher rate of fire. The shells were coated with lead, which engaged spiral grooves cut inside the barrel (""rifling"") and caused the shell to spin rapidly in flight and hence imparted far greater accuracy and range than previous guns.<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/4/4f/AWM-Armstrong-gun-1.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/c ... -gun-1.jpg</a><br/><br/>In the last few year as the people grew more fear full the numbers people joining the Bython Guard has raised to over 13, 000 men and brake down as<br/><br/>The average foot soldiers 10,000 strong are armed with bolt-action rifles a small 6 shot pistol and a simple knife and have mastered the art of woodland and mountain warfare Their main weaknesses are that they have little know age of siege warfare.<br/><br/><br/>The Gatling Gunners 1,000 strong are armed with a belt fed gattling gun cable of piercing thin armour and a small 6 shot pistol and a simple knife and have mastered the art of city defence<br/><br/><br/>There 1,000 Cannons each crewed by three people and are armed with armour piercing and explode anti personal rounds. Each person is also armed with a small 6 shot pistol and a simple knife. These are new units and not very accurate but highly effected when the target.<br/><br/><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Item gains""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">[/b]Metallurgy [/b] The Bython Union to create more better steel. They did this by using more advance chemistry in order to improve there cannons Advances in metallurgy allowed for the construction of breech-loading rifled guns that could fire at a much greater range and muzzle velocity. It also allowed for armor-piercing shells</div></div></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Bython Union""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Agent</span> (1)<br/>Maelor Pritchett</span> A great inventor and current leader of Bython Union who designed and built of the the current fishing fleet.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Forces</span> (2)<br/>The Bython Guard</span> is a force maintained by the Bython Union and is responsible for the safety of the and the security of the Union. <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bython Navy</span>. Created to protect off shore fishing and explore the waves..<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Infrastructure</span> (2)<br/>Conwy,</span> This town is home to most of the people of the Union and set stride a river which flows thro the town in to the port and out to sea. Town surround the port an is made up of simple and practical stone constructions.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Caernarfon, </span> A town in a valley to the east of Conwy. Town surround an central square and is made up of simple and practical red brick constructions.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Caer</span> was a once a very large prison and mine complex. Now it more resembles an old Norman castle with large gray stone walls built out from the moutains them self’s in side the walls there are 10’s of large red brick constructions and 3 small gardens and the entrance to the mines<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Culture</span> (1)<br/>Bython Code </span> The Bythons are fare, free, people who live by the code honour thy Father, Protect the weak, be loyal to friends and family<br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Knowledge: </span><br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">-LEVEL 1-</span></span> (7)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Biology:</span> Using knowledge found at the port they learned all about the sea life they could eat and how the best way to catch it.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Engineering</span> The Bython learned much of ship building from studying found plans. They are well know shipwrights.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Construction</span> The Bythons love to build things a number of farms and canals have been built and they are in the process of build in walls for the town of Conwy.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Astronomy</span> Star charts are created, used, amended.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Calculus</span> Useful math discovered while creating star/Sea Charts<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""> Steam Power</span> - Recently re-discovered will in time revolutionize Bython society and will be the first step in a cast based society.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""> Chemistry</span> The few books found talked about behavior of matter and particles, namely, Molecules and elements. But the most importaat things were fertilizer to gunpowder and explosives<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">-LEVEL 2-</span></span><br/><br/> <span style=""font-weight: bold""> Physics</span> The people of had started to improve their weaponry that had started to make them use upgraded bullets and ship designs.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""> Clockworks</span> Allows Repeater rifles, Gattling guns and cannons<br/><br/>[/b]Metallurgy[/b] The Bython Union to create more better steel. They did this by using more advance chemistry in order to improve there cannons Advances in metallurgy allowed for the construction of breech-loading rifled guns that could fire at a much greater range and muzzle velocity. It also allowed for armor-piercing shells</div></div></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""cards""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Sabotage<br/>Research Project<br/>Resource Exploitation</div></div></div>"
7864,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=125,2014-12-16T14:01:00,Ralnis,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pac Kindom <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=22815027#p22815027"">wrote</a>:</cite>Off The Coast<br/>0-2 BAFR<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Ralnis <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=22808228#p22808228"">wrote</a>:</cite>Skymaster had heard from the translator the captain had as his darkened clothes and goggles had started to be put on to cover his sensitive eyes and skin as he cranked a wheel to show the wheel extending to show a retractable ramp and he started to walk with men who had also accompanied him and his daughter, who also had a dark hood and goggles on and they had bolt action rifles and also wore darkness to cover their bodies. The walking came with sounds of metal turned wood as they walked on the ship and the merchant bowed and spoke to the translator as he did his job,"" I am Skymaster Zo'quen and my daughter Wya'trui and we come from Gyr'flow a place up North were you are sailing. I am guessing you are explorers as we have been going back if you wish to follow us, we have good trade and a shipmaster that can look at any things you have with you boat.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>As the captain studied Skymaster Zo'quen he realised the he seemed to have never been in the sun or not spent much time. The captain ordered a Corse set for Gyr'flow and spoke to the Skymaster we love to follow you as this is my mission exactly. I was just about to have some lunch would you like to join me and get out of this hot sun.</div></blockquote><br/>"" I will be delighted and so will my daughter. Do know that Gyr'flow can only be accessible,in your case, by airship or my ship in that case, but their is a small harbor town on the shores where you are going that should be able to dock your boat and repair if needed, even upgrade if you have coin for it."" The ship and the travelling airship made their way up north to the Stao'nonxizil and they made their way to the town of Vry. The Airship started to land on the landing pad and came the crew with supplies to be transferred to underground tunnels and he came out by covering himself and he said,"" Well, our trip in the sea is over and the trip across the skies is now, shall we?"""
7865,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=125,2014-12-16T14:28:00,Pac Kindom,"<blockquote><div><cite>Ralnis <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=22819009#p22819009"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pac Kindom <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=22815027#p22815027"">wrote</a>:</cite>Off The Coast<br/>0-2 BAFR<br/><br/><br/><br/><br/>As the captain studied Skymaster Zo'quen he realised the he seemed to have never been in the sun or not spent much time. The captain ordered a Corse set for Gyr'flow and spoke to the Skymaster we love to follow you as this is my mission exactly. I was just about to have some lunch would you like to join me and get out of this hot sun.</div></blockquote><br/>"" I will be delighted and so will my daughter. Do know that Gyr'flow can only be accessible,in your case, by airship or my ship in that case, but their is a small harbor town on the shores where you are going that should be able to dock your boat and repair if needed, even upgrade if you have coin for it."" The ship and the travelling airship made their way up north to the Stao'nonxizil and they made their way to the town of Vry. The Airship started to land on the landing pad and came the crew with supplies to be transferred to underground tunnels and he came out by covering himself and he said,"" Well, our trip in the sea is over and the trip across the skies is now, shall we?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Huw Owen led his vister's in to his cabin and said i would be honerd to go with you on your airship, would you like to eat first or do we need to go now. he then handed Skymaster Zo'quen a note this is what we are have in our hold's would it have any value too you on the back is a map too the union.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""In Hold""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Rice , Grains, Fish and Coal</div></div></div>"
7866,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=125,2014-12-16T15:13:00,United Soviet Jason Republic,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The City of Leto<br/>Greeting the Despotism</span></span><br/><br/>The Sulitan almost smiled.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Gold with words. They must want more.</span>The king was interested in this tundra. The word did not come across as there was none to describe a place of snow to the people of the desert. However an envoy that traveled far to tell him these words must really want something. Enough to bribe him. ""Speak of your Czar's plans. When you are done tell me of the north."" The Sulitan waved the translator on. He would wait, taking in the words of this group. They must have wanted something big.<br/><br/>In the rest of the Empire merchants began to deploy the use of steam transportation over land. The Landships as they were known ran on rails. These rails soon grow, passing over the desert to connect the cities of the empire. Quickly other merchants discovered that these ships could carry more than the nomads to farther places in less time. The cheaper, quicker and massive system was replacing the old way. Thought trains were expensive, and so were their cars, the longevity and effectiveness of this method grew. Due to craftsmen making the rails and trains they were standards put out by the high schools of arts making. The Leto Lines, as they were called, upset the nomads. Many were forced to give up crossing the sandy sea and settle down. Others went deeper into the desert, isolating themselves from the outside world. More people were without jobs. Many warriors were upset. Something had to be done.<br/><br/><br/><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""The Empire""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">13<br/><br/>[Agents] Prince Hauabar Al-Ada, son of Harq this man is following in the footsteps of his great grand father, focusing more on the military. <br/><br/><br/>[Agents] Sulitan Harq Al-Ada: Taught at the school of Dar Al-Hikman and versed in the ways of culture, Prince Harq is interested in engineering. His first city to rule will be his toy for politics and construction. He is focused on culture and a sound political base. <br/><br/>[Forces] The King maintains a large force of nomadic warriors called The Firmi. These troops were raised in the desert and are most skilled at mounted combat. Levies from the city were later on integrated into the force in order to maintain order in cities in the small country. These levies are armed mostly with spears and swords, but more elite units have muskets.<br/><br/>[Forces] Another left over from the collapse of the old empire is the idea of a navy. Upon reuniting the Empire the Raiders were created to protect off shore fishing and shipping. Ships that were left over from the old empire often resorted to raiding as a source of resources. The idea of the navy remains and is built upon piracy. <br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The City of Leto still stands. Despite it being nearly abandoned after the old empire collapsed the large, deep ports inside of the city were returned to and inhabited again. The city has very little notable about it and stands at the mouth of the Lea river, the lifeblood of the Settled and Nomadic people.<br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The city of Akksum has been taken into the realm. The city is home to a new palace, temple and ports. Under the rule of Harq Al-Ada the city's population grew. Walls would be constructed around the city, a market place built and trade between the desert would grow. The city has a library, sprawling markets, and a palace of its own. <br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The city of Bagghar is little more than a port city and trading outpost. From the north it if the first city in which trade is brought into the Empire. Frequented by merchants it is a bustling market. From this city nomads take goods south to Akksum or Leto. <br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The Township of Southern Ameralite: These four small towns are built upon the ruins of former Ameralite cities. These towns are focused around mining and lumber trade which is then transported to the southern cities. <br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The Leto Lines have been constructed. These railroads connect the cities and towns of the Empire. They are owned by different private companies and have been granted land by the Sulitan. Now goods are traveling faster than before and the economy is booming. However Nomads find themselves less and less useful in the economy. Less honorable ones are settling due to the lines. Others struggle to make a living and are removing them selves from the economy. <br/><br/>[Culture] The Hymes of Dar Al-Hikman, a renound art school before the collapse of the old empire have now been turned into a holy book. The school was re founded after the return of inhabitants to the city of Leto. The book comprises of hymns from the settled and nomadic people and preach respect for the desert and water. Often times the desert and ocean are referred to as being liquids, as they both seem to flow and have waves. The classic book provides the moral and civil codes of the people in the Empire. <br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">-Level One-</span><br/>[Knowledge] Navigation: In the dark times the people living on the coast depended on the livelihood that for generations saved their lives: fishing. This simple act required the ability to construct well made ships and use the wind. The tides and waters of the area near the Empire is well known. Sailors are taken in high regard as they helped provide food to the inland when civilization collapsed. As over fishing became an issue the sailors headed deeper into the ocean to catch more fish. In the darkest of times the fishing trade all bust collapsed. The fish population returned and the knowledge of the ocean was kept alive. Navigation also plays a roll in traveling through the sand seas of the desert.<br/><br/>[Knowledge] Engineering, Chemistry, Steam Power, Calculus<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Level Two</span><br/>[Knowledge] Physics, Railroads</div></div></div>"
7867,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=125,2014-12-16T15:19:00,Harkback Union,"Downtown Zadox...<br/><br/>A Young student walks through a dark alleyway. He was just thrown out from the Carrot street University for his unethical research conduct. Students rarely get thrown out from educational institutions, but he... he was too mad, according to his professors... and so He had to go.<br/><br/>""They think I'm mad? They just don't understand the world..."" - He thought to himself. - ""One day... I will become... I Will..."" - He had a difficult time plotting what he will become. Then suddenly, He left the dark alley and entered a bright street, where a mirror from a mirror shop focused sunlight in his eyes... and the stroke of genius struck him. He remembered what he learned in the school about how eyes work... and how blindness comes from destruction of neurons in the eyes... - ""What if, light was to transform a material? Perhaps, When light is focused the right way on a canvas of light-fragile material... Yes! That will work!"" - He went home and searched his chemistry textbooks. A few days later, He developed a process for recording light. Though it took an hour to record an image and it only worked with objects that stood still, he was still proud of it. He was very afraid of someone stealing his idea, so he went straight to the forum and demonstrated his invention before a large crowd.<br/><br/>A Few days later, He Received the Zobros award for innovation and was given a large sum of credits. He wasn't seen ever since...<br/><br/>The Professors at carrot university refined the method by which photographs are made. By using a different chemical process, it took merely fractions of a second to record pictures, though they would have to be kept in the dark and then bathed in another chemical so the pictures can be viewed in daylight.<br/><br/>Meanwhile in the distant lands (Xel'nox), The shipwrecked harback sailors find a suitable place for an outpost and begin construction of a settlement. It will take some time to repair the HSS Zobros, if it can be repaired at all. They will also have to mine some coal as the ones they had in storage was thrown overboard to save the ship from sinking."
7868,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=125,2014-12-16T16:05:00,Levis Avara,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Xe'nox (Avara)</span><br/>Explorers had traveled here to see if the colonies of New Arcea had survived the Apocalypse instead they found nothing but death and ash they indeed found the ruins of New Genoa,Marsala and Apola but these cities have been abandoned long ago and far from being rebuilt any soon so rather then explore the ""Devils Gate"" they return back to Altaria to inform the gov't<br/><br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Foundation of Colonies:New Altaria</span></span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">North West</span><br/>Congress wanted land but not that badly perhaps Avara could be recolonized later but with better technology that could reverse the effects of that wasteland.Instead it sent colonist to the hopefully more livable continent of Geneva.Soon the steamships chugged by into the Sierra sea separating Avara from the continent of Geneva and a land shrouded in mystery. This gigantic chunk of and was explored by the Arceans many years ago but for some reason they never colonized this land mass but now Altaria would take a chance and claim this territory for the Republic.Finally they land at the eastern coast of Geneva and claim a huge stretch of where towns and villages could be built and explorers map out the land and finds some forest and mountains the city of New Apola is founded and mines and farms are constructed has well adding to the ever growing might of the Republic."
7869,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=125,2014-12-16T16:38:00,Seno Zhou Varada,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Era of the Marks</span></span><br/><br/>Small expeditions have been sent in the past 2 years to the dead colony in the ashland continent who's name is lost. The colony's area while definitely not good was livable as winds moved south western but not to far south leading to an area more sheltered than the rest. Small amounts of plant life had survived but most amazingly, the creatures of legend had survived, Guinea pigs! The cute rodents still scamper and squeak and are not dead. These amazing discoveries now help average citizens say aww... and happiness improves. Also some Guinea Pigs are now coming back to their homeland as pets and breeding programs are going on to keep the species. A small site has been set up overseas to observe and keep safe these little guys.<br/><br/>Less cutely clockworks have been invented leading to a massive boost in weaponry technology and slight boost in production these are now mass produced for the military and some surplus. Gattling guns that can adjust where they fire now go on the airships and the barbarians that once lead common attacks have just destroyed their pants and we have destroyed their faces and bodies. Fleeing barbarians seem to head way east towards the deserts.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Infrastructure: Siochanna: An ancient city once owned by the Zyrasians and now back in their hands. While not totally destroyed it will take some time to fix.<br/>Infrastructure: Asiris River Region: The Asiris river once housed many factories, powered them, and supported people. Now it doesn't but it can in the future.<br/>Culture: Viva la Revolution: The Zyrasians are an independent, free, people who don't tolerate conquerers, slavers, racists, and bigots. These defiant people don't take crap from nobody anytime at all.<br/>Infrastructure: New Zyras: The great reclaimed city of New Zyras. Home to thousands of years of history and many revolutions. While damaged it's being repaired and finally the Zyrasians will take to the land.<br/>Infrastructure: Spirit: The floating city that kept these people alive. Armed by cannons and fireworks using heavy bombardment on enemies to keep them away and using steam power it slowly moves along. Advanced fishing machines and whaling guns also are on the city for food and fuel harvesting. It houses 20,000 people and has small farms to keep vitamin C and others up and some livestock but not much.<br/>Agent: Yu: The daughter of Keya she is a bit different. She is a royal scout (spy assassin) and has the power to turn invisible but is also a great diplomat due to her attractive appearence and her cheerfulness. She absolutely loves exploring ruins and different from her mother she has rifle with an edited telescope on it to make it easier for her to scout and eliminate targets.<br/>Forces: The Reclaimers of New Zyras: 2 sects, The Vanguard, and The Navy. While the Zyrasians absolutely hate fighting they will do it if necessary. The 1st go out into the deadlands, ruined farms, and ruined factories to clear them out but usually patrol Spirit. The last explores the seas and makes sure no people come near Spirit. Now there is a small airforce of airships and mages but that's for dangerous areas.<br/>Magic: Glyph magic: This magic while mysterious holds great power in major moments but can be controlled in minir ways like lighting a flame in your hand or other small ways. All Zyrasians have at least a little bit of it because of operation ""Zyrasian""...<br/>Knowledge:Physics: You see that apple? Gravity! Now I can also explain why the apple does what it does when I throw things. Also school children's heads now figuratively explode!<br/>Knowledge: Industrial automation: Production moves faster now with men working only on one part then the other men taking it and doing another part.<br/>Knowledge: Clockworks: It is a joy to say these new gattling guns have destroyed the barbarians with bullets. Now the school children wish it could destroy their new homework.<br/>Magic: Blood Magic: As it says, this is a dangerous magic but has lots of power in it.</div></div></div>"
7870,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=125,2014-12-16T16:42:00,Ralnis,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pac Kindom <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=22819318#p22819318"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Ralnis <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=22819009#p22819009"">wrote</a>:</cite>"" I will be delighted and so will my daughter. Do know that Gyr'flow can only be accessible,in your case, by airship or my ship in that case, but their is a small harbor town on the shores where you are going that should be able to dock your boat and repair if needed, even upgrade if you have coin for it."" The ship and the travelling airship made their way up north to the Stao'nonxizil and they made their way to the town of Vry. The Airship started to land on the landing pad and came the crew with supplies to be transferred to underground tunnels and he came out by covering himself and he said,"" Well, our trip in the sea is over and the trip across the skies is now, shall we?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Huw Owen led his vister's in to his cabin and said i would be honerd to go with you on your airship, would you like to eat first or do we need to go now. he then handed Skymaster Zo'quen a note this is what we are have in our hold's would it have any value too you on the back is a map too the union.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""In Hold""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Rice , Grains, Fish and Coal</div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/>The Skymaster got the note and got the doors to open and it had deem light from crystals and candlelight and he said,"" the cargo will go in the back and they will make sure that they will be secure while we do our short hop across the Wastes. Also I hope you don't mind the dim lighting, our eyes are to sensitive to the sunlight and I doubt it is going to change anytime soon or generations sooner. So it will only take an hour and a half to Gyr'flow, so make yourself at home.""<br/><br/>The turbines went on and the airship had made its way over the fissure of Gyr'flow, the town that hangs on its very walls and mines the wealth from within. The site of the airship was preparing to land in the fissure and one of the landing pads that hanged on and out step out the crew and customary introductions were made and they told them about another foreigner that had came and they looked with the eye of sucupision as they had told them about the events of sabotage to the skeleton crews and the Songrici that made them more angry then usual and he had to summon the Sax'fro because of this and demand to see the foreigner. The trader came back after the commotion and said,"" I am sorry about this Myryew( Master) Owen, but apparently there was some act of sabotage against us because of some reason, apparently they are suspicious with you and wish to hear your story, the Sax'fro I mean. This could be the same people who are invading your country no doubt."" With that, men covered in black with no markings had started to talk to the Skymaster about the maps and they have been convincing them that the maps were the same as the ones of the Old Theocratium but they had different maps that the merchant couldn't see and they went to Huw Owen and said with a translator,"" Who are your enemies and why did they attack us?"""
7871,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=125,2014-12-17T14:27:00,Cuprum,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Financial Guard""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><img alt=""Image"" src=""https://christbearers.files.wordpress.com/2012/05/swiss-guard-reviewing.jpg""/></div></div></div><br/><br/>After sacking Tandil, Arbolito sent a smaller group of troops to Legnica, destroying Lublin and defeating an inferior Saxon army. Other elements—not part of the main invader force—saw difficulty near the Tedeschian - Weinland border. Arbolito and his troops reached Polaniec on the Czarna Hańcza, where they set up camp. There, the Governor attacked them with the remaining knights, which were few in number, but determined to vanquish the invader or die. Surprise gave the Saxons an initial advantage and they managed to kill many enemy soldiers. When the invaders realized the actual numerical weakness of the Saxons, they regrouped, broke through the defenders ranks and defeated them.<br/><br/>The attack on Weinland was planned and executed by Arbolito and Catriel, who achieved perhaps his most lasting fame with his victories there. Having devastated the various Jinjur's armies, he sent spies into Lippe and Weinland, and as far as Wien, in preparation for an attack into the heartland of Almain. Having a clear picture of the land, he prepared an attack nominally commanded by Guaymallén and two other familial-related princes. Junin, son of Talampaya, was the overall leader, but Catriel was the strategist and commander in the field, and as such, was present in both the northern and southern campaigns against Almain. He also commanded the central column that moved against Weatherford. While Tucman's northern force won the Battle of Sopron and Catriel's army triumphed in Split, Arbolito was waiting for them on the Almain plain. The newly reunited army then withdrew to the Saône River where they inflicted a decisive defeat on Pershing at the Second Battle of Saône. Again, Catriel masterminded the operation, and it would prove one of his greatest victories.<br/><br/>Following the devastation of the Saône, fear shook the Almain Republic to its foundations. Arbolito became a watchword, as Almain expected the raiders at its gates at any time. In this atmosphere of panic and desperation, an emergency was declared. The constitution was ignored and Jinjur was named General of the armies for an unprecedented, and arguably illegal, five years in a row. Because of the destruction of the Saxon force at Saône and the pressure of the impending crisis, Jinjur was now given the latitude to construct a new army on his own terms.<br/><br/>By 1869 AF, Jinjur was ready to move against the invaders. She chose his ground carefully and built a well-fortified camp on the top of a hill near Aquae Sextiae, where she lured the raiders and their allies into attacking her. During their attack they were ambushed from the rear by a select force of five armies which Jinjus had hidden in a nearby wood. Catriel's troop were routed and massacred and their king, Guaymallén, was placed in Tedeschian chains. But Aquae Sextiae had only evened the score: while Catriel armies had been eliminated, the Invaders under Arbolito remained a formidable threat.<br/><br/>A man with a queue of prisoners entered the Senate building and proclaim:<br/><br/>''Under my chains are the lords of the southlands, i, as a humble member of the Ministry of Culture, captured the leaders of the rebellion to avoid more bloodshed. The war is over!''<br/><br/>''Eh...?' EH!''<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""The Federal Republic of Almain""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Agents:</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">- President Gerhard Schröder:</span> The leader of the Republic and the head of the goverment's executive branch. This politician and member of the old guard knows how to manage the masses.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">- Gral. Angelie Jinjur Pershing: </span> She has long dark hair, wears a green uniform, and generally acts impertinent while her army acts lackdaisical.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Forces</span>:<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">* Nautilus</span>: Was first tested in 1800. Though preceded by Cornelius Drebbel's vessel:1–8 of 1620, Nautilus is often considered to be the first practical submarine.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">* Good commanders:</span> It is better to have a lion at the head of an army of sheep, than a sheep at the head of an army of lions.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">* Raider Group Doctrine:</span> This doctrine meant sending out groups of small fast ships with good endurance to contest the main sea route of the oceans..<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">* Gauss rifle:</span> Is a type of projectile accelerator consisting of one or more coils used as electromagnets in the configuration of a linear motor that accelerate a ferromagnetic or conducting projectile to high velocity.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Infrastructure:</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">* Panopticon</span>: The Panopticon (""all-seeing"") functioned as a round-the-clock surveillance machine. Its design ensured that no prisoner could ever see the 'inspector' who conducted surveillance from the privileged central location within the radial configuration. The prisoner could never know when he was being surveilled -- mental uncertainty that in itself would prove to be a crucial instrument of discipline.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">* Gärten:</span> They are created by staking out the shallow lake bed and then fencing in the rectangle with wattle. The fenced-off area was then layered with mud, lake sediment, and decaying vegetation, eventually bringing it above the level of the lake. Often trees such as āhuexōtl and āhuēhuētl were planted at the corners to secure the Gärten. Gärtens were separated by channels wide enough for a canoe to pass. These ""islands"" had very high crop yields with up to 7 harvests a year.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Culture:</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">* Political Contract</span>: Is theory or model, originating during the Age of Madness, that typically addresses the questions of the origin of society and the legitimacy of the authority of the state over the individual.Social contract arguments typically posit that individuals have consented, either explicitly or tacitly, to surrender some of their freedoms and submit to the authority of the ruler or magistrate (or to the decision of a majority), in exchange for protection of their remaining rights. The question of the relation between natural and legal rights, therefore, is often an aspect of social contract theory.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">* (O)stomachion:</span> This is a dissection puzzle similar to a Tangram, and the treatise describing it was found in more complete form in the Archimedes Palimpsest.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Knowledge:</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">* Dalton's law:</span> John Dalton observes that the total pressure exerted by a gaseous mixture is equal to the sum of the partial pressures of each individual component in a gas mixture.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">* Iron and Coal</span>: A blast furnace was used to make pig iron, which then had to undergo a further process to make forgeable bar iron. Processes for the second stage include fining in a finery forge and, from the Industrial Revolution, puddling. However both processes are now obsolete, and wrought iron is now hardly made.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">* Ultraviolet Light</span>: Is electromagnetic radiation with a wavelength shorter than that of visible light but longer than X-rays.</div></div></div>"
7872,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=125,2014-12-17T15:23:00,Pac Kindom,"The Bython Union was bigger now and there was a need to connect the land somehow. there enginers and scientist began experimenting with there own steam Engines and after some timethey finally done it a device was created that would cut travel time between Conwy and Caernarfon from days to hours.<br/><br/>Maelor Pritchett thought these machines could carry materials, people, across great distances, after lot of hard work railway was complete. The railroads where finally conected Conwy and Caernarfon and both to Caer.this allowed more food shiped to Caer which allowed it to becom a booming forge town. Even still work continued, and goods would stay cheap so long as production could keep up. Small vilages where poping up all around the Union. The railroad allowed these villages to ship there goods all around the Union.<br/><br/>Off the West coast of Xel'nox.<br/>The escape fleet sailed across sea Off the West coast of Xel'nox arriving at continent that is shrouded in mystery. The crew decide to take chance and claim this territory for the Union, they find a suitable place for an outpost and begin construction of a settlement.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Ralnis <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=22820640#p22820640"">wrote</a>:</cite> The Skymaster got the note and got the doors to open and it had deem light from crystals and candlelight and he said,"" the cargo will go in the back and they will make sure that they will be secure while we do our short hop across the Wastes. Also I hope you don't mind the dim lighting, our eyes are to sensitive to the sunlight and I doubt it is going to change anytime soon or generations sooner. So it will only take an hour and a half to Gyr'flow, so make yourself at home.""<br/><br/>The turbines went on and the airship had made its way over the fissure of Gyr'flow, the town that hangs on its very walls and mines the wealth from within. The site of the airship was preparing to land in the fissure and one of the landing pads that hanged on and out step out the crew and customary introductions were made and they told them about another foreigner that had came and they looked with the eye of sucupision as they had told them about the events of sabotage to the skeleton crews and the Songrici that made them more angry then usual and he had to summon the Sax'fro because of this and demand to see the foreigner. The trader came back after the commotion and said,"" I am sorry about this Myryew( Master) Owen, but apparently there was some act of sabotage against us because of some reason, apparently they are suspicious with you and wish to hear your story, the Sax'fro I mean. This could be the same people who are invading your country no doubt."" With that, men covered in black with no markings had started to talk to the Skymaster about the maps and they have been convincing them that the maps were the same as the ones of the Old Theocratium but they had different maps that the merchant couldn't see and they went to Huw Owen and said with a translator,"" Who are your enemies and why did they attack us?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Huw Owen smiled of course we call them the Destroyers , we believe they are destroyed many kingdoms before the fall, but in truth we know very little about them part form they come from the east of Xel'nox and are spy's tell us they are on the move with over 4,000 steam powered tanks<br/><br/><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Item gains""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">[/b]Railroad [/b] The Bython Union is for ever growing and need to move our goods around the union quicker so it was decided to put them on .</div></div></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Bython Union""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Agent</span> (1)<br/>Maelor Pritchett</span> A great inventor and current leader of Bython Union who designed and built of the the current fishing fleet.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Forces</span> (1)<br/>The Bython Guard</span> is a force maintained by the Bython Union and is responsible for the safety of the and the security of the Union. <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Infrastructure</span> (3)<br/>Conwy,</span> This town is home to most of the people of the Union and set stride a river which flows thro the town in to the port and out to sea. Town surround the port an is made up of simple and practical stone constructions.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Caernarfon, </span> A town in a valley to the east of Conwy. Town surround an central square and is made up of simple and practical red brick constructions.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Caer</span> was a once a very large prison and mine complex. Now it more resembles an old Norman castle with large gray stone walls built out from the moutains them self’s in side the walls there are 10’s of large red brick constructions and 3 small gardens and the entrance to the mines<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Culture</span> (1)<br/>Bython Code </span> The Bythons are fare, free, people who live by the code honour thy Father, Protect the weak, be loyal to friends and family<br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Knowledge: </span><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">-LEVEL 1-</span></span> (7)<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Biology:</span> Using knowledge found at the port they learned all about the sea life they could eat and how the best way to catch it.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Engineering</span> The Bython learned much of ship building from studying found plans. They are well know shipwrights.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Construction</span> The Bythons love to build things a number of farms and canals have been built and they are in the process of build in walls for the town of Conwy.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Astronomy</span> Star charts are created, used, amended.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Calculus</span> Useful math discovered while creating star/Sea Charts<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""> Steam Power</span> - Recently re-discovered will in time revolutionize Bython society and will be the first step in a cast based society.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""> Chemistry</span> The few books found talked about behavior of matter and particles, namely, Molecules and elements. But the most importaat things were fertilizer to gunpowder and explosives<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">-LEVEL 2-</span></span> (4)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""> Physics</span> The people of had started to improve their weaponry that had started to make them use upgraded bullets and ship designs.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""> Clockworks</span> Allows Repeater rifles, Gattling guns and cannons<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Metallurgy</span> The Bython Union to create more better steel. They did this by using more advance chemistry in order to improve there cannons Advances in metallurgy allowed for the construction of breech-loading rifled guns that could fire at a much greater range and muzzle velocity. It also allowed for armor-piercing shells<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Railroad </span> The Bython Union is for ever growing and need to move our goods around the union quicker so it was decided to put them on .</div></div></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""cards""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Sabotage<br/>Research Project<br/>Resource Exploitation</div></div></div>"
7873,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=125,2014-12-17T18:56:00,New Fraulasia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lotill, 1995 A.O.P.</span><br/>Industrial progress has occurred quite a bit in the past four years. With the western metalsmiths, measurement and assembly has been regularized, and the scale of manufacturing has been able to grow. Many of the newly made available products are small easily made and replaced components, collectively called ""clockworks"" despite the majority actually having found themselves in a military environment.<br/><br/>Item gains in 1993 and 1995<br/>Knowledge: Clockwork- Small, easily made and replaced parts can be assembled in large quantities. Many applications have been found in the military, which is a cause of concern for a few Goffsill.<br/><br/>Knowledge: Industrial Automation- An economy can support the easy production of these components and their [entire] devices. A new practice, that of the assembly line, has been ""imported"" from Zadox for its efficiency."
7874,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=125,2014-12-17T19:00:00,Levis Avara,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Clockwork Tech</span><br/>Technology developed quickly and soon the clockwork gun was reinvented.This makes a massive boost in the weaponry department making it even more easy to destroy the enemies of the Republic.This allows for repeater rifles and Gatling guns increasing firing power greatly soon the entire army is outfitted with these powerful weapons.Soon a expedition is called for explorers to map out the other continents West Geneva (West) and Valinor (southwest) in order to prepare for colonization of these lands.They even go has far has the south seas and find paradise tropical archipelagos dotted across the Thalia sea renamed after the famous explorer who founded these islands home to scattered primitive tribes who where minimally effected by the Dark Ages soon in the future people would rush here for the perfect getaway and to start colonial expansion here.Most of the World has been mapped out now and emphasis on most has there are still tons of lands to discover but still the age of exploration has taken a gigantic leap forward.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Clockwork</div></div></div>"
7875,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=125,2014-12-17T19:08:00,New Strausberg,"<blockquote><div><cite>United Soviet Jason Republic <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=22819745#p22819745"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The City of Leto<br/>Greeting the Despotism</span></span><br/><br/>The Sulitan almost smiled. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Gold with words. They must want more.</span> The king was interested in this tundra. The word did not come across as there was none to describe a place of snow to the people of the desert. However an envoy that traveled far to tell him these words must really want something. Enough to bribe him. ""Speak of your Czar's plans. When you are done tell me of the north."" The Sulitan waved the translator on. He would wait, taking in the words of this group. They must have wanted something big.<br/><br/>In the rest of the Empire merchants began to deploy the use of steam transportation over land. The Landships as they were known ran on rails. These rails soon grow, passing over the desert to connect the cities of the empire. Quickly other merchants discovered that these ships could carry more than the nomads to farther places in less time. The cheaper, quicker and massive system was replacing the old way. Thought trains were expensive, and so were their cars, the longevity and effectiveness of this method grew. Due to craftsmen making the rails and trains they were standards put out by the high schools of arts making. The Leto Lines, as they were called, upset the nomads. Many were forced to give up crossing the sandy sea and settle down. Others went deeper into the desert, isolating themselves from the outside world. More people were without jobs. Many warriors were upset. Something had to be done. <br/><br/><br/><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""The Empire""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">13<br/><br/>[Agents] Prince Hauabar Al-Ada, son of Harq this man is following in the footsteps of his great grand father, focusing more on the military. <br/><br/><br/>[Agents] Sulitan Harq Al-Ada: Taught at the school of Dar Al-Hikman and versed in the ways of culture, Prince Harq is interested in engineering. His first city to rule will be his toy for politics and construction. He is focused on culture and a sound political base. <br/><br/>[Forces] The King maintains a large force of nomadic warriors called The Firmi. These troops were raised in the desert and are most skilled at mounted combat. Levies from the city were later on integrated into the force in order to maintain order in cities in the small country. These levies are armed mostly with spears and swords, but more elite units have muskets.<br/><br/>[Forces] Another left over from the collapse of the old empire is the idea of a navy. Upon reuniting the Empire the Raiders were created to protect off shore fishing and shipping. Ships that were left over from the old empire often resorted to raiding as a source of resources. The idea of the navy remains and is built upon piracy. <br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The City of Leto still stands. Despite it being nearly abandoned after the old empire collapsed the large, deep ports inside of the city were returned to and inhabited again. The city has very little notable about it and stands at the mouth of the Lea river, the lifeblood of the Settled and Nomadic people.<br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The city of Akksum has been taken into the realm. The city is home to a new palace, temple and ports. Under the rule of Harq Al-Ada the city's population grew. Walls would be constructed around the city, a market place built and trade between the desert would grow. The city has a library, sprawling markets, and a palace of its own. <br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The city of Bagghar is little more than a port city and trading outpost. From the north it if the first city in which trade is brought into the Empire. Frequented by merchants it is a bustling market. From this city nomads take goods south to Akksum or Leto. <br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The Township of Southern Ameralite: These four small towns are built upon the ruins of former Ameralite cities. These towns are focused around mining and lumber trade which is then transported to the southern cities. <br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The Leto Lines have been constructed. These railroads connect the cities and towns of the Empire. They are owned by different private companies and have been granted land by the Sulitan. Now goods are traveling faster than before and the economy is booming. However Nomads find themselves less and less useful in the economy. Less honorable ones are settling due to the lines. Others struggle to make a living and are removing them selves from the economy. <br/><br/>[Culture] The Hymes of Dar Al-Hikman, a renound art school before the collapse of the old empire have now been turned into a holy book. The school was re founded after the return of inhabitants to the city of Leto. The book comprises of hymns from the settled and nomadic people and preach respect for the desert and water. Often times the desert and ocean are referred to as being liquids, as they both seem to flow and have waves. The classic book provides the moral and civil codes of the people in the Empire. <br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">-Level One-</span><br/>[Knowledge] Navigation: In the dark times the people living on the coast depended on the livelihood that for generations saved their lives: fishing. This simple act required the ability to construct well made ships and use the wind. The tides and waters of the area near the Empire is well known. Sailors are taken in high regard as they helped provide food to the inland when civilization collapsed. As over fishing became an issue the sailors headed deeper into the ocean to catch more fish. In the darkest of times the fishing trade all bust collapsed. The fish population returned and the knowledge of the ocean was kept alive. Navigation also plays a roll in traveling through the sand seas of the desert.<br/><br/>[Knowledge] Engineering, Chemistry, Steam Power, Calculus<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Level Two</span><br/>[Knowledge] Physics, Railroads</div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Czars Plan</span><br/><br/>The translator relayed the message and then replied, ""What we want is...cooperation the Czar of Iron Yarslov wishes to build a colossal rail system for our steam engines to run of that stretch from the far north to your magnificent deserts. All we ask in return is you would help us build and defend these rails so that our nations may trade and prosper."" The translator waited eagerly for the Sultains response hoping the deal would be to his liking, ""and of course."" He added, ""many goods from the mighty factories that lie to the north...such as weapons would be made readily available for your military."" He smiled and brought out a repeating rifle that had just recently been made as a gift for the mighty Sultain from some of the best craftsmen in the Depotism."
7876,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=125,2014-12-17T19:25:00,Ralnis,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Xion'syr 8</span><br/><br/>The attack on their people had started to make them fear of the inevitability to war. Many of the new Forgers and Engineers had started to take more into consideration of the Warshamans as their use of body armor and military prepared gas mask will be needed to cross the Wastes in more numbers then what they have. While they have been trying to focus on the airships and some have been trying to save some for trying to rebuild the damaged magic of the Songrici and they have said that their have been some strange magic that have disrupted their power and they have been asking for some resources as they try to get their magic strong again so they can help to fight but they said that it is not really needed for the Warshamans will carry the way through and will do so with the supplies they can get. With this in mind, they shift their primary focus to their infantry by starting to make the most use of their steam engine techniques and try to start focus on their way of war and try to update their infantry before any war was taking into consideration.<br/><br/>One of the things that started to come to light was the starting of automation in their country and underground cities. Gyr'flow was the one that was leading the charge with the first automated factories and techniques were leading for more fashioning with the ideas of gathering more metal and materials for refining but that which is going for is also Zon'frex which started to geared their factories for soldiers specifically as they started to make standard armor and general equipment, also with stockpiles with emergency equipment that will be needed in case of things like invasion. These standards have also started to make their way in the worth as they started to make more use of beyond needed materials that allowed the Warshamans to start recruiting from the commoner caste that wanted to increase their status in life. Many of them were Ashborn who were not strong enough to be Songrici but were powerful enough that they have developed their offensive spells and were used as their magic support in case of anything happing.<br/><br/>The use of industrial automation is not just for war, but they have been using it for things like agricultural and use it to make more food that they can try and make more of a population for the use of trying to rebuild what they have lost and they have been starting to go and reach into the Old Theocratium lands in central Xel'nox to try and find the ruins of their old home, such as the Gardens of Aur'maxtix or even the Markers of the Warshman Cults that use to litter the combine power of the hundred thousands of cults that would litter the Old Theocratium lands. They went to go and use the first steamships and ironclads as they started to make their own, permanent settlements in the underground as the very first attempts to try and reach out to their old Homelands and they wanted to finally gather their forces in good cheer for once in their lives they have finally made foot in the Old Theocratium in the central Homelands of Xel'nox but they know that their lands are nothing but cinder and ash but they will thrive the same way they have always thrive.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Gyr'flow </span><br/><br/>When they heard through the translations had told them about these mysterious invaders that seem to have hit them. It was clear that they were probably one of the former colonies or a nomadic group of tribes that had grown advance after the Dark Times. Whatever was the case, this was not to be tolerated. They sent message to Xi'shik who was also furious as he was still digging into the vaults to see where the locations they would lie or where the Union would lie and found that the old maps that had the colonies that came from Tredera were where they came from. They did not seem to be descendants of the Old Theocratium. So they must be of the colonies of the Trederans or new tribes that have yet to been seen in the world so far. It really did not matter where their origins lie, but what was more troubling was that these Destroyers had steam powered tanks. About 4,000. Now this is not the first time that the Warshamans had dealt with tanks, but that was through Wild Thunder's March where technology was more advance during that time. However, steam powered tanks would not be so powerful and they knew old ways of handling tanks but they would have to see them to know their weaponry. Many of the Warshamans were starting to refigure their Augtavs as tank killers by making them larger and have a more powerful hammer and launchers for the shells in case the tanks were more powerful then they seem.<br/><br/>With that in mind, the Sax'fro had told the Skymaster to tell the captain that this was also their war and that they shall join them in their defense as they will not tolerate an attack like that. The Warshamans were preparing to march en masse in hopes that they can make a Second Wild Thunder's March and the Stao'nonxizil had sent an envoy with the captain to explain their intent and perhaps usher in an alliance so they can truly fight. The Warshamans also had gathered the Old Theocratium maps to see if they can still take their the hidden roads and old ruins and try to make sure they still have prevalence so they can be of some use when fighting the enemy and their tanks. In the mean time, they will try and do more war science and start on trying to find a way to make their own by recreating the old sketches and decipher the text about the Ameralites own war machines, perhaps even start using the Old Arcing imperial war machines that they used before the Dark Times.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">[Infrastructure] Zon'friex: Once a collection of underground vaults that had held all of the collective knowledge that Xel'nox had either stolen or discovered on their own, but they had mostly stolen it, and had found themselves once they had came out of their vaults and had became a bustling city with a labyrinth made of roads and corridors that connect to districts that lend a hand to one another and find the city that they have become and build for the betterment of themselves. Zon'friex is called the Glowing City or the City of Ash as they had settled under the ash that had toppled them and the most powerful nations. It is also called the Glowing City because it has a large network of crystals that glow a rainbow of colors and also the large industrialization that had never been seen since the year of Veer'gornash, which was the last era before the Dark Times. The city's workings are of common place and it now houses 42,000 embers that still flicker among the darkness. The City is nearly hidden from the naked eye but the only thing that can be sought is the various holes that lift up smoke and vapor that are symbols of advancement and a new age for them.<br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The Ar'forgual Aerodrome: The first city that is made outside of the city of Zon'frex. It is a nexus for the Stao'nonxizil's own airships that are used to explore the Old Theocratium and to make homesteads as they rely on it to try and quickly explore the Old Theocratium and Xel'nox to see what survives and what hasn't. Right now, 8,000 have called this Aerodrome home and made it partially a city in both underground and topside. Ar'forgual is mostly topside and some underground as they have a place for the Skyborn, people who have made a living and have called their airships their houses instead of their underground counterparts, and also for the rest of their underground civilization as their an assortment of taverns, business, and shipyards for airships but they also have more crime that also make more Warshamans look for more security but are usually turn a blind eye because the Skyborn can handle the their own trouble but general security is still with the Warshamans but they are usually giving trust to the Skyborn to handle their business and the at some times, the general people.<br/><br/>[Infrastructure] Gyr'flow: Known as the deepest fissure in the lands that the Stao'nonxizil have occupied and the riches of its mineral wealth. This is also the town that has rested on the very walls and the homesteads that have settled on the valley itself to give itself food and wealth beyond what can a common lower caste can dream as they have made their way in help satisfied the hunger for production and industry for now and it seems that this also production industry as well as the town is among the third largest city in their lands that have the most importance when it comes to production and general raw materials of the economy and the Stao'nonxizil.<br/><br/>[Agent] Xi'shik: Inventor, Shaman, and current leader of the Sax'fro. The Sax'fro at one time were one of the most intensive spy agencies in the world before the Dark Times, they were formed for the use of exploration and gathering of knowledge when the Theocratium of Xel'nox made their one and only colony, Xergiok, on Tredera and the Sax'fro caste was prevalent in obtaining most of the technology and knowledge of Tredera that rivaled other powers of spies in the world. When the Dark Times came, they retreated with the rest and had gained power as the leaders of the remnants and became intertwined with the new beliefs and culture of the Stao'nonxizil. Xi'shik is skilled in deciphering the ancient text that the Sax'fro used that became the new language of their people and ushered in the inventions that they had discovered long ago at the end of Veer'gornash. The Sax'fro caste still hold an a power over their people as spies, assassins, and now leaders of their civilization, but they are still but a shadow of the legend they used to be, but the new age can bring better legends and a new power for them. <br/><br/>[Forces] Zel'nov Warshamans: A mixture of the two sects of the Warshaman caste that once fought for the Amarites in the past. In the past, the most elite of their cast became the Quo'nox, the ones trained in fighting by the Amarites and led their brothers and sisters to war in what was called Wild Thunder's March, which was led by the Quo'nox Warshaman Myxsti'thyx, which is known to the Old Languages as Wild Thunder and he was a master tactician and the one who wrote the Huen, or the Warshaman's own version of unconventional warfare that allowed them to be famous auxiliaries that won them several victories, both offensive and defensive. When all Warshamans were called underground, then they had joined each other as a hybrid lead as they were the first ones to try and scavenge, reclaim, and explore Xel'nox and they had became more in line to stealth and skirmishing then their old styles of combat. They also are trained in guns and weapons of different types, but they prefer weapons for accuracy and stealth that allows them to take out their forces with precision then brute force like of Old Times.<br/><br/>[Forces] Hemo'shiv/Skeleton Crews: Known as the Warriors of the Skyborn and known as the Warshamans of the skies. These forces have become the true arm of Xel'nox as they have became the stable of the use of a growing rise of a aerial navy and the commonplace of airshsips and airship homes. They have became a large force quickly which had became for both use in merchant use, exploration, and general bounty hunting and mercenary work. The Skeleton Crews fight fierce and underhand and do not care about honor unlike their troop counterparts, even though they fight with stealth and skirmishing but at least they fight with some honor in their way. Their airships come in all shapes in sizes and continually grows as their Aerodrome gets bigger and the knowledge is becoming more commonplace. The different types of airships that used things like gatling guns and cannons or even drop explosives have been of use when combating heavily defended pirate outpost out in the ruins of the Old Theocratium or other enemies they may come after them.<br/><br/>[Forces] Songrici: The special forces and spies of the Stao'nonxizil. They had became the more open hand when it came to their powers for their caste because they are the only ones that can cross and connect to the spiritual world and help people talking with ancestors for history and general guidance. When war does strike, they become the tools that warriors need in order to win battles. While the Warshamans handle defense and the airships offense, they handle the general variety for their cloak-and-dagger operations with more efficiency then any caste expect the ones who had trained them, the Sax'fro( though the Sax'fro need help to try and keep their secret history and traditions since they are more open now a days and are the leading caste to look up to). The Songrici weaponzied their ash-based magic and use it for the use of specializing stealth and the training of the old Sax'fro training that was once legendary on its own right. They are known to live longer because of the magic making them more wraithlike and have their own exotic weaponry made of copper and bone that allow to use more stronger versions of their offensive spells. They are known to be good at close combat and marksmenship that allows them to take on specialties such as sniping and skirmishing. They are not great with direct combat for they are weaker then a normal human in general aspects( comes with the wraithlike features that make them look more sickly and death like but they are more powerful then normal Ashborn) but they make it up with stealth as they use their magic to make cloak themselves in a limit invisibility but it is taxing to their bodies. Rare ones can harness the power of radiation and are not known in history except by a very select few. They are the most powerful ones as they can do massive damage in their own right and can live longer then normal humans by longevity. All of them ware no to light armor because of their physical stature, so it is not uncommon to see a Songrici mage with military weapons, but velvet clothing like he was a banker or a noble for they believe that ""the equipment does not make the person, but the skill is a different matter"". They number in very low numbers because the quality of training is tough and needed to be to be able to weaponize the ash-based magic efficiently and for them to be flexible in their fighting, whether offensive( most of the time) or defensive( usually handled by warshamans but are used as support).All-in-all, they are the general magic spec-ops that are more flexible then their general forces.<br/><br/>[Culture] The Storm Rides Again/The Statues of Az'martinx: The natives of Xel'nox resistant outside influence even when they were offered to learn. Their culture is known to be the most alien of them all and they love it and their beliefs are no different. Their storm gods of their Parthenon were at once 3200 alone and statues littered their entire civilization. Now their belief is more reformed and still eldritch as their gods and even revered ancestors are transformed into what one will call to be horrible and repulsive, but it is unique and show the part of their belief that like a storm, they will always rise and ride again.<br/><br/>[Knowledge] Steam Power: In Veer'gornash, steam power and the Industrial Revolution was starting for them but then the Dark Times came. Now it was a revival to what they never had completely grasp until the end of the world. The power of the Steam had allowed for them to fully see the sight of industrialization and the use of steam that allowed them to do lots of things, one of the many things was to use if for mining, building, and refining as well as learning about the use of the first taste of machinery that started to bring in factories to their sections of the city and the smoke and vapor started to rise out of the very ground itself.<br/><br/>[Knowledge] Chemistry: The thing that all natives of Xel'nox do know, from the fertilizer to gunpowder and explosives. They had decipher this the most out of all the text they were able to search for in the vaults they have been able to secure themselves in. It, with Biology, had became the foundations of bringing back horticulture and balance out the industrialization and the naturalism, though it only extends to growing mushrooms much better and larger though it has even better workings. They also allowed them to do things like rediscover gunpowder and the use of acids and explosives for both domestic and militaristic means. This also helps them in trying to survey the ground topsoil that they use the chemistry when it came to send out expeditions and trying to figure out if the ash is still in the land.<br/>Starting location (You can specify specific locations on the map or non specific ones, such as Tropical coastline, Desert, Rocky mountains): <br/>Underground in the Satizmi Waste, Northern Xel'nox, though the only thing you will see about the civilization is the smoke fumes that come out in a matter of holes.<br/><br/>[Magic] Wisdom of the Ash: The first instances in history for them is that magic has been developed by unknown means. The people that have been gifted with the magic have been able to harness the ash that is around Xel'nox and has called it the Wisdom of the Ash.<br/>( update) The magic called the Wisdom of the Ash has started to show connections with the land and the people developing the magic and had first known that they can draw the ash in spirit from the very land itself and have been showing to ignite the ash to be use in a fireball that explodes. This is the first time that offensive or combat-related use of the Wisdom of the Ash has been used and tested in their history.<br/><br/>[ Knowledge] Biology: Biology has been rediscovered as a means of increase agriculture and to help with the explorations topside.<br/><br/>[Knowledge] Engineering: Large scale construction has been reintroduced and been used to its fully effects so that they can have more room to grow underground and have better planning for their buildings and such.<br/><br/> [Knowledge] Calculus: The first use and understanding of advance mathematics ever since Veer'gornash when they were just learning the concept and trying to implement it before the apocalypse but now the rediscover of it has brought them back into the idea of advancing their math skills for other projects and theories that they have in mind for the future of their civilization.<br/><br/>[Knowledge] Astronomy: Found by an now extinct Warhsaman cult, the uses of Astronomy and the Chronoshamans have been pivotal for the history of the Old Theocratium and now is the only thing that can help them learn about the outside and try to discover the lost history of the Dark Times.<br/><br/>Beyond Lvl 1 Technologies<br/><br/>[Knowledge] Physics: The studies of Lro'max and the uncovering of yet another thing that was going to be of use throughout the Old Theorcratium. The study of Physics could have ushered in new ways for the Theocratium to use it's power to harness the true power of the Storm Gods and to be able to fight more efficiently, and possibly even fly! The fabled studies of Lro'max have became the Stano'zanilxi's top priority and it will take them more then a few years but they shall complete it with the upmost importance.<br/>The Warshamans had started to improve their weaponry that had started to make them use upgraded bullets and gunsmithing styles that had jumped them up a good start from their original settings. Airships have been developed and are being used in early stages of explorations have also given the insights that they may be able to reclaim the Old Theocratium. This also yield the foundations of beginning of other technologies that are locked away in the vaults but time is of the essence if they are to truly prosper in their new, harsher landscape.<br/><br/>[Knowledge] Geology: One of the most important text that have been discovered in order to find more resources that can help them learn and improve their knowledge to the fullest when trying to learn the very earth they walk and live on. This help with learning what to mine and what not to and what can be used for the use of building things like airships.<br/><br/>[Knowledge] Metallurgy: The Stao'nonxizil had founded to make more stronger steel by using more advance chemistry in order to make the use of better armor for their airships and started to make the first plated airships out of their civilization, or remnants that is. Once other thing that they also have made was the armor-piercing canons to be of use to take down their own armor and this made specialized canons to handle their own powerful shells to try and bring the airships down if needed.<br/><br/>[Knowledge] Industrial Automation: The use of the steam engine has risen the Engineer caste and they started to show the first uses that have been building and the worshiping of the machine and the cog as they started to worship outside the normal Parthenon. This also has made a major increase in war recruitment for the Warshamans and the use of the assembly line method and started the touch of mass production and standard use of military and civilian equipment and had allowed the city of Gyr'flow as a industrial giant in their country and potentially in the region.</div></div></div>"
7877,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=125,2014-12-18T13:47:00,Cuprum,"<img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/3/3b/REPIN_portret_REPIN.jpg/220px-REPIN_portret_REPIN.jpg""/><br/><br/>León Maxwell was born in the city of Breslau, in the Province of Silesia, in the heart of the historical region of the same name. His father Oliver Maxwell was a private in the Uhlan Regiment of the Tedeschian Army. As a boy León was educated at the local school where his mother taught. From 1855 he attended a military school. He did not have fond recollections of his childhood, mainly due to the military settlements his family lived in.<br/><br/>In 1856 he became a student of John von Ruhr, a local icon painter. In 1859–1863 he painted icons and wall-paintings by commission for the Society for the Encouragement of Artists. In 1864 he began attending the National Academy of Arts, and met the scientist Johann Friedrich Bautzan. In 1867 he was awarded a small gold medal for his painting Job and His Friends. He also painted a portrait of Cnel. Angeline J. Pershing, his future girlfriend.<br/><br/>November has brought flurries of fiery-coloured leaves, while some are still hanging tentatively on threadbare trees, some lying in mosaics across the pavements. Scenes change daily - something that delights me - but I am trying not to let it intrude on my lecture. I need to get the rest of these completed before mid-December. But how those glowing, autumnal colours intrude on my inner vision and dance hopefully on the end of my brush! After my heroic crusade against the raiders, i'm the new Minister of Culture, i have power and time, no one on the military can't challenge ny mind, i'll accomplish this task with perfection and education. Someone is entering my office, who may be?<br/><br/>''Ginger, sorry, Jinjur!''<br/><br/>''Protocol, protocol. Congrats for your achievements Mr. Maxwell''<br/><br/>''Are you invited to my wedding''<br/><br/>''Yes, your skinny and busty fiancée talked me about it''<br/><br/>''Good, do you want a cup of tea General?''<br/><br/>''Sure, why not Minister?''<br/><br/>We laughed like idiots for a long period of time, i drank my tea and then i commited a taboo act in front of the eyes of god. I must admit that i feel some joy after that, I must keep this feeling mellow like some cadmium yellow, in this moment my brain is like Rubik cube, I'm not fell ashamed of myself but... God, please have mercy of me in my fall.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bautzan's Lab</span><br/><br/>This Venn diagram is useless, the Übermensch project will have a delay if i don't do something. Tic toc tac, clash or nor clash, what a sinful thought, the world is like a cotton gin so marvelous. I need magic, magic is the key, the power resides in magic, the Übermensch will move with magic. What someone see as distracted is really fathoming the unfathomable.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""The Federal Republic of Almain""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Agents:</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">- President Gerhard Schröder:</span> The leader of the Republic and the head of the goverment's executive branch. This politician and member of the old guard knows how to manage the masses.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">- Gral. Angelie Jinjur Pershing: </span> She has long dark hair, wears a green uniform, and generally acts impertinent while her army acts lackdaisical.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Forces</span>:<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Mechanical knight:</span> Refers to a humanoid automaton designed in the past.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">* Good commanders:</span> It is better to have a lion at the head of an army of sheep, than a sheep at the head of an army of lions.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">* Raider Group Doctrine:</span> This doctrine meant sending out groups of small fast ships with good endurance to contest the main sea route of the oceans..<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">* Gauss rifle:</span> Is a type of projectile accelerator consisting of one or more coils used as electromagnets in the configuration of a linear motor that accelerate a ferromagnetic or conducting projectile to high velocity.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Infrastructure:</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">* Gärten:</span> They are created by staking out the shallow lake bed and then fencing in the rectangle with wattle. The fenced-off area was then layered with mud, lake sediment, and decaying vegetation, eventually bringing it above the level of the lake. Often trees such as āhuexōtl and āhuēhuētl were planted at the corners to secure the Gärten. Gärtens were separated by channels wide enough for a canoe to pass. These ""islands"" had very high crop yields with up to 7 harvests a year.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Culture:</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">* Political Contract</span>: Is theory or model, originating during the Age of Madness, that typically addresses the questions of the origin of society and the legitimacy of the authority of the state over the individual.Social contract arguments typically posit that individuals have consented, either explicitly or tacitly, to surrender some of their freedoms and submit to the authority of the ruler or magistrate (or to the decision of a majority), in exchange for protection of their remaining rights. The question of the relation between natural and legal rights, therefore, is often an aspect of social contract theory.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">* (O)stomachion:</span> This is a dissection puzzle similar to a Tangram, and the treatise describing it was found in more complete form in the Archimedes Palimpsest.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Knowledge:</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">* The Prince:</span> He who neglects what is done for what ought to be done, sooner effects his ruin than his preservation.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">* Iron and Coal</span>: A blast furnace was used to make pig iron, which then had to undergo a further process to make forgeable bar iron. Processes for the second stage include fining in a finery forge and, from the Industrial Revolution, puddling. However both processes are now obsolete, and wrought iron is now hardly made.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">* Ultraviolet Light</span>: Is electromagnetic radiation with a wavelength shorter than that of visible light but longer than X-rays.</div></div></div>"
7878,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=150,2014-12-18T14:23:00,Pac Kindom,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bython<br/>8-10 BAFR</span><br/><br/>Soon the factories where booming with production for repeating rifles, cannons and trains that they could no longer keep up even for its massive industry. So in the end the Bython Uunion need to increase production so they created the assembly line. The first man does his job and moves the product down a line, the next man does his, and so on.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Continent west of Xel'nox.</span><br/>The small settlement is slowly beeping built, but most still live on the ships and expeditions are been sent in to the wilds. The area around the settlement is just about livable as only small amounts of plant life had been and just recently the first rabbits! They give the refugees there first taste of meat since landing.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Item gains""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Industrial Automation </span> The growing need for even more industry was sovled with the createsion of the Assembly line.</div></div></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Bython Union""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Agent</span> (1)<br/>Maelor Pritchett</span> A great inventor and current leader of Bython Union who designed and built of the the current fishing fleet.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Forces</span> (1)<br/>The Bython Guard</span> is a force maintained by the Bython Union and is responsible for the safety of the and the security of the Union. <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Infrastructure</span> (3)<br/>Conwy,</span> This town is home to most of the people of the Union and set stride a river which flows thro the town in to the port and out to sea. Town surround the port an is made up of simple and practical stone constructions.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Caernarfon, </span> A town in a valley to the east of Conwy. Town surround an central square and is made up of simple and practical red brick constructions.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Caer</span> was a once a very large prison and mine complex. Now it more resembles an old Norman castle with large gray stone walls built out from the mountains them self’s in side the walls there are 10’s of large red brick constructions and 3 small gardens and the entrance to the mines<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Culture</span> (1)<br/>Bython Code </span> The Bythons are fare, free, people who live by the code honour thy Father, Protect the weak, be loyal to friends and family<br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Knowledge: </span><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">-LEVEL 1-</span></span> (7)<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Biology:</span> Using knowledge found at the port they learned all about the sea life they could eat and how the best way to catch it.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Engineering</span> The Bython learned much of ship building from studying found plans. They are well know shipwrights.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Construction</span> The Bythons love to build things a number of farms and canals have been built and they are in the process of build in walls for the town of Conwy.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Astronomy</span> Star charts are created, used, amended.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Calculus</span> Useful math discovered while creating star/Sea Charts<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""> Steam Power</span> - Recently re-discovered will in time revolutionize Bython society and will be the first step in a cast based society.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""> Chemistry</span> The few books found talked about behavior of matter and particles, namely, Molecules and elements. But the most importaat things were fertilizer to gunpowder and explosives<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">-LEVEL 2-</span></span> (5)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""> Physics</span> The people of had started to improve their weaponry that had started to make them use upgraded bullets and ship designs.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Clockworks</span> Allows Repeater rifles, Gattling guns and cannons<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Metallurgy</span> The Bython Union to create more better steel. They did this by using more advance chemistry in order to improve there cannons Advances in metallurgy allowed for the construction of breech-loading rifled guns that could fire at a much greater range and muzzle velocity. It also allowed for armor-piercing shells<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Railroad </span> The Bython Union is for ever growing and need to move our goods around the union quicker so it was decided to put them on .<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Industrial Automation </span> The growing need for even more industry was solved with the creation of the Assembly line.</div></div></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""cards""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Sabotage<br/>Research Project<br/>Resource Exploitation</div></div></div>"
7879,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=150,2014-12-18T15:10:00,United Soviet Jason Republic,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">The City of Leto: The Czar's Proposal</span><br/><br/><br/>The Sulitan was very interested. These men proposed that the metal ships sail across the land to the north. This opened the opportunity of great finished goods flooding into the market. When the Sulitan saw the weapon he was pleased. A servant rushed forward and took it to the king. The Empire had a great lack in these goods and always needed them. Weapons would help the military modernize faster than ever before. Most importantly the nomads could be drafted to protect this line. It could solve more issues then just trade. The Sulitan spoke. ""I accept this proposal. My the great ships sail across the sandy seas for our people. I will start with this plan imminently. I hope your engineers have brought charts of your lands. We will connect this line to our furthest north location and go across the desert. We will have guards drafted to protect this line."" The Sulitan ordered maps and engineers to be taken from the school. The treasury would have to find the money for this, as well as manpower. The idea would be a draft of the nomads.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""The Empire""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">[Agents] Prince Hauabar Al-Ada, son of Harq this man is following in the footsteps of his great grand father, focusing more on the military. <br/><br/><br/>[Agents] Sulitan Harq Al-Ada: Taught at the school of Dar Al-Hikman and versed in the ways of culture, Prince Harq is interested in engineering. His first city to rule will be his toy for politics and construction. He is focused on culture and a sound political base. <br/><br/>[Forces] The King maintains a large force of nomadic warriors called The Firmi. These troops were raised in the desert and are most skilled at mounted combat. Levies from the city were later on integrated into the force in order to maintain order in cities in the small country. These levies are armed mostly with spears and swords, but more elite units have muskets.<br/><br/>[Forces] Leto Line Core: This group of warriors are trained in both land and mounted combat. Their job is to protect the Great Railroad going north. To do this they are stationed on every train, water stop and patrol the route with airships. These troops are trained in the northern style of combat and are drafted from the nomads. These nomads patrol the line on camel, horseback and airship. <br/><br/>[Forces] Another left over from the collapse of the old empire is the idea of a navy. Upon reuniting the Empire the Raiders were created to protect off shore fishing and shipping. Ships that were left over from the old empire often resorted to raiding as a source of resources. The idea of the navy remains and is built upon piracy. <br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The City of Leto still stands. Despite it being nearly abandoned after the old empire collapsed the large, deep ports inside of the city were returned to and inhabited again. The city has very little notable about it and stands at the mouth of the Lea river, the lifeblood of the Settled and Nomadic people.<br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The city of Akksum has been taken into the realm. The city is home to a new palace, temple and ports. Under the rule of Harq Al-Ada the city's population grew. Walls would be constructed around the city, a market place built and trade between the desert would grow. The city has a library, sprawling markets, and a palace of its own. <br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The city of Bagghar is little more than a port city and trading outpost. From the north it if the first city in which trade is brought into the Empire. Frequented by merchants it is a bustling market. From this city nomads take goods south to Akksum or Leto. <br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The Township of Southern Ameralite: These four small towns are built upon the ruins of former Ameralite cities. These towns are focused around mining and lumber trade which is then transported to the southern cities. <br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The Leto Lines have been constructed. These railroads connect the cities and towns of the Empire. They are owned by different private companies and have been granted land by the Sulitan. Now goods are traveling faster than before and the economy is booming. However Nomads find themselves less and less useful in the economy. Less honorable ones are settling due to the lines. Others struggle to make a living and are removing them selves from the economy. <br/><br/>[Infrastructure] Transcontinental Railroad. The line runs from the Iron Despotism in the north to the sandy city of Leto. The line has several stops in the empire and connects directly to existing lines. This allows for more use of the line.<br/><br/>[Culture] The Hymes of Dar Al-Hikman, a renound art school before the collapse of the old empire have now been turned into a holy book. The school was re founded after the return of inhabitants to the city of Leto. The book comprises of hymns from the settled and nomadic people and preach respect for the desert and water. Often times the desert and ocean are referred to as being liquids, as they both seem to flow and have waves. The classic book provides the moral and civil codes of the people in the Empire. <br/>-Level One-<br/>[Knowledge] Navigation: In the dark times the people living on the coast depended on the livelihood that for generations saved their lives: fishing. This simple act required the ability to construct well made ships and use the wind. The tides and waters of the area near the Empire is well known. Sailors are taken in high regard as they helped provide food to the inland when civilization collapsed. As over fishing became an issue the sailors headed deeper into the ocean to catch more fish. In the darkest of times the fishing trade all bust collapsed. The fish population returned and the knowledge of the ocean was kept alive. Navigation also plays a roll in traveling through the sand seas of the desert.<br/><br/>[Knowledge] Engineering, Chemistry, Steam Power, Calculus<br/><br/>Level Two<br/>[Knowledge] Physics, Railroads</div></div></div>"
7880,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=150,2014-12-18T15:24:00,New Fraulasia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lotill Region, 1997 A.O.P.</span><br/>Experimentation in the Chemistry department, led by the aged Edgeril, has yielded an interesting development. Electricity, the power behind lightning, has been rudimentarily harnessed. Electrical impulses have been sent along wire between two points, a code devised for the sake of maintaining the meaning of the message, named ""Morse Code"", after an assistant who first thought of the idea. Considering the ramifications of such easy communication, work begins on a Telegraph Line between Lotill and Fort Requiem immediately. Also, messengers are dispatched to Zadox, Gygax, and north to the Iron Despotism.<br/><br/>Item Gains:<br/>Knowledge: Electricity- Electical pulses are studied and put to use. A telegraph line is currently being layed from Lotill to Fort Requiem, with plans to expand further."
7881,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=150,2014-12-18T15:43:00,Levis Avara,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Altarian Republic</span><br/>The Republic desperately needed to exchange information between its vast territories so a radical idea was made and that was the telegraph.Telegraphs where excellent in improving communications and now the Arcea Isles could respond faster to a disaster or disruption across the globe.Private companies had started to set up lines across Leon,Bella,and Verdia using the TransNova providing near instant communication between Altarias Trederan provinces.Across the Luna sea to Sierra all the way to the colonies in Geneva would be a different story,in order to connect these distant lands the transsierrian cable would have to be made engineers and scientist estimate that such a cable could transmit eight words a minute improving control greatly private companies would be in charge of making this happen.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bython Union/Argon Confederacy</span><br/>While exploring around the globe it wouldn't make sense to focus more on Avara specifically the southern side since it was more livable and had seemed to be better off then Northern Avara in terms of environment so some explorers/diplomats are sent out to find any nation to open international relations with.The 1st Expedition led by Zea herself heads to Bython while the 2nd lands at Argon."
7882,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=150,2014-12-18T16:35:00,Levis Avara,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Empire of Leto</span><br/>Diplomats had been sent to this nation to open relations with the Republic,already traders earlier on had added Akksum to the trading map but now it was under different rule the 3 steamships land at port carrying Ambassador Raven and her scribes to take note on this historic meeting they came with gifts to show the kindness of the Altarian Republic and a token of goodwill a golden dragon with purple diamonds for eyes and 3 distinct Faberge eggs and a tamed adorable tiger cub raised in the gardens of the Domed House."
7883,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=150,2014-12-18T18:30:00,Seno Zhou Varada,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Era of the Marks</span></span></span><br/><br/>In the past 4 years many new techniques have been discovered. Geology being made in the area around Siochanna which seemed to be very rich in resources especially in the ground leading to more production as prices of resources cheapened. Metallurgy also happened 2 years after geology as an incident in a forge revealed a way to make more of a better, stronger, steel. With these discoveries Zyrasian products increased in number and quality leading to better equipped soldiers. Now the last of the barbarians who refused to call peace were sent fleeing or were killed. Safety improved tremendously so production wouldn't halt as much.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Infrastructure: Siochanna: An ancient city once owned by the Zyrasians and now back in their hands. While not totally destroyed it will take some time to fix.<br/>Infrastructure: Asiris River Region: The Asiris river once housed many factories, powered them, and supported people. Now it doesn't but it can in the future.<br/>Culture: Viva la Revolution: The Zyrasians are an independent, free, people who don't tolerate conquerers, slavers, racists, and bigots. These defiant people don't take crap from nobody anytime at all.<br/>Infrastructure: New Zyras: The great reclaimed city of New Zyras. Home to thousands of years of history and many revolutions. While damaged it's being repaired and finally the Zyrasians will take to the land.<br/>Infrastructure: Spirit: The floating city that kept these people alive. Armed by cannons and fireworks using heavy bombardment on enemies to keep them away and using steam power it slowly moves along. Advanced fishing machines and whaling guns also are on the city for food and fuel harvesting. It houses 20,000 people and has small farms to keep vitamin C and others up and some livestock but not much.<br/>Agent: Yu: The daughter of Keya she is a bit different. She is a royal scout (spy assassin) and has the power to turn invisible but is also a great diplomat due to her attractive appearence and her cheerfulness. She absolutely loves exploring ruins and different from her mother she has rifle with an edited telescope on it to make it easier for her to scout and eliminate targets.<br/>Forces: The Reclaimers of New Zyras: 2 sects, The Vanguard, and The Navy. While the Zyrasians absolutely hate fighting they will do it if necessary. The 1st go out into the deadlands, ruined farms, and ruined factories to clear them out but usually patrol Spirit. The last explores the seas and makes sure no people come near Spirit. Now there is a small airforce of airships and mages but that's for dangerous areas.<br/>Magic: Glyph magic: This magic while mysterious holds great power in major moments but can be controlled in minir ways like lighting a flame in your hand or other small ways. All Zyrasians have at least a little bit of it because of operation ""Zyrasian""...<br/>Knowledge:Physics: You see that apple? Gravity! Now I can also explain why the apple does what it does when I throw things. Also school children's heads now figuratively explode!<br/>Knowledge: Industrial automation: Production moves faster now with men working only on one part then the other men taking it and doing another part.<br/>Knowledge: Clockworks: It is a joy to say these new gattling guns have destroyed the barbarians with bullets. Now the school children wish it could destroy their new homework.<br/>Knowledge: Geology: As miners begin to identify many more stones new ones are discovered previously thought the same as others and with this they are used to create more products.<br/>Knowledge: Metallurgy: After a small incident a common worker discovers how to make better, stronger, steel easier and more of it.<br/>Magic: Blood Magic: As it says, this is a dangerous magic but has lots of power in it.</div></div></div>"
7884,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=150,2014-12-18T19:18:00,United Soviet Jason Republic,"<blockquote><div><cite>Levis Avara <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=22841304#p22841304"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Empire of Leto</span><br/>Diplomats had been sent to this nation to open relations with the Republic,already traders earlier on had added Akksum to the trading map but now it was under different rule the 3 steamships land at port carrying Ambassador Raven and her scribes to take note on this historic meeting they came with gifts to show the kindness of the Altarian Republic and a token of goodwill a golden dragon with purple diamonds for eyes and 3 distinct Faberge eggs and a tamed adorable tiger cub raised in the gardens of the Domed House.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Southern Empire: City of Leto: Envoy Mission</span></span><br/><br/>The Sulitan welcomed the foreign envoy into court. The envoy was greeted the same way as other northern nations were normally greeted: wish a lavish court entrance with the Sulitan awaiting them. The railroad north brought other nations into the loop with the empire. Trade of goods, raw and finished, grew massively with a cheap overland route north. The Empire began to buy weapons and other finished goods from the north in bulk, sending back cotton, spice, lumber, iron and other raw material such as grain and food. Other nations were now putting wires along the route. The Empire waited for this to affect it. Nomads were drafted into the army in bulk. They formed the Rail Core, patrolling the route and making sure it was safe. The Empire was growing.<br/><br/>The Sulitan sat in his lush robes and simple crown. The court that surrounded him quieted itself as the people entered. They brought strange items. When the gifts were taken by servants and examined by the Sulitan they were whisked away to a back room. ""You northern nations bring more than just your words. But truly your words are what interest me. Speak your mind,"" the Sulitan leaned forward in his chair."
7885,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=150,2014-12-18T20:40:00,Ralnis,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Xion'syr 10</span><br/><br/>The first steps of making the Stao'nonxizil mobile is to try and understand just what they needed as something in the way of fuel. Many of the text deciphered from both Sax'fro and the Warshamans stories about the March described the tanks and automobiles and they had a commonplace to the Trederans that had for not everyone had it during the time before the Dark Times. They were mostly on their own in this regard but they will not give up for the use of true mobile forces will give the cavalry that they so dearly need and can traverse their country much faster then they could ever do it before. One of the people who did suppose the idea was someone both mysterious and famous for their contributions and rediscovering some of the most important aspects that they will need to reclaim the Old Theocratium.<br/><br/>Their name was True Engine, though everyone has basically say that True Engine was a female and some of the higher whispers say that she was a former Songrici and could harness nuclear power and could outlive normal Humans. Whatever the case may be, True Engine was the key in ushering in making the first combustion engine and advanced the knowledge of chemistry by showing medicine and how to refine the crude oil which made more new and improved incendiary weapons.<br/>True Engine always wore clothing that resembled race car drivers and always was being concealed with their presence. Many of the chemists and engineers started to respect True Engine and the philosophy that they inspired, which became known as the One True Road. This inspired even more people to try and find their own fates and prepare to drive out or walk, even flying to the Road they travel. This started to spark the use of oil in the way of combustion and the rise of a new caste in of itself.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">[Infrastructure] Zon'friex: Once a collection of underground vaults that had held all of the collective knowledge that Xel'nox had either stolen or discovered on their own, but they had mostly stolen it, and had found themselves once they had came out of their vaults and had became a bustling city with a labyrinth made of roads and corridors that connect to districts that lend a hand to one another and find the city that they have become and build for the betterment of themselves. Zon'friex is called the Glowing City or the City of Ash as they had settled under the ash that had toppled them and the most powerful nations. It is also called the Glowing City because it has a large network of crystals that glow a rainbow of colors and also the large industrialization that had never been seen since the year of Veer'gornash, which was the last era before the Dark Times. The city's workings are of common place and it now houses 42,000 embers that still flicker among the darkness. The City is nearly hidden from the naked eye but the only thing that can be sought is the various holes that lift up smoke and vapor that are symbols of advancement and a new age for them.<br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The Ar'forgual Aerodrome: The first city that is made outside of the city of Zon'frex. It is a nexus for the Stao'nonxizil's own airships that are used to explore the Old Theocratium and to make homesteads as they rely on it to try and quickly explore the Old Theocratium and Xel'nox to see what survives and what hasn't. Right now, 8,000 have called this Aerodrome home and made it partially a city in both underground and topside. Ar'forgual is mostly topside and some underground as they have a place for the Skyborn, people who have made a living and have called their airships their houses instead of their underground counterparts, and also for the rest of their underground civilization as their an assortment of taverns, business, and shipyards for airships but they also have more crime that also make more Warshamans look for more security but are usually turn a blind eye because the Skyborn can handle the their own trouble but general security is still with the Warshamans but they are usually giving trust to the Skyborn to handle their business and the at some times, the general people.<br/><br/>[Infrastructure] Gyr'flow: Known as the deepest fissure in the lands that the Stao'nonxizil have occupied and the riches of its mineral wealth. This is also the town that has rested on the very walls and the homesteads that have settled on the valley itself to give itself food and wealth beyond what can a common lower caste can dream as they have made their way in help satisfied the hunger for production and industry for now and it seems that this also production industry as well as the town is among the third largest city in their lands that have the most importance when it comes to production and general raw materials of the economy and the Stao'nonxizil.<br/><br/>[Agent] Xi'shik: Inventor, Shaman, and current leader of the Sax'fro. The Sax'fro at one time were one of the most intensive spy agencies in the world before the Dark Times, they were formed for the use of exploration and gathering of knowledge when the Theocratium of Xel'nox made their one and only colony, Xergiok, on Tredera and the Sax'fro caste was prevalent in obtaining most of the technology and knowledge of Tredera that rivaled other powers of spies in the world. When the Dark Times came, they retreated with the rest and had gained power as the leaders of the remnants and became intertwined with the new beliefs and culture of the Stao'nonxizil. Xi'shik is skilled in deciphering the ancient text that the Sax'fro used that became the new language of their people and ushered in the inventions that they had discovered long ago at the end of Veer'gornash. The Sax'fro caste still hold an a power over their people as spies, assassins, and now leaders of their civilization, but they are still but a shadow of the legend they used to be, but the new age can bring better legends and a new power for them. <br/><br/>[Forces] Zel'nov Warshamans: A mixture of the two sects of the Warshaman caste that once fought for the Amarites in the past. In the past, the most elite of their cast became the Quo'nox, the ones trained in fighting by the Amarites and led their brothers and sisters to war in what was called Wild Thunder's March, which was led by the Quo'nox Warshaman Myxsti'thyx, which is known to the Old Languages as Wild Thunder and he was a master tactician and the one who wrote the Huen, or the Warshaman's own version of unconventional warfare that allowed them to be famous auxiliaries that won them several victories, both offensive and defensive. When all Warshamans were called underground, then they had joined each other as a hybrid lead as they were the first ones to try and scavenge, reclaim, and explore Xel'nox and they had became more in line to stealth and skirmishing then their old styles of combat. They also are trained in guns and weapons of different types, but they prefer weapons for accuracy and stealth that allows them to take out their forces with precision then brute force like of Old Times.<br/><br/>[Forces] Hemo'shiv/Skeleton Crews: Known as the Warriors of the Skyborn and known as the Warshamans of the skies. These forces have become the true arm of Xel'nox as they have became the stable of the use of a growing rise of a aerial navy and the commonplace of airshsips and airship homes. They have became a large force quickly which had became for both use in merchant use, exploration, and general bounty hunting and mercenary work. The Skeleton Crews fight fierce and underhand and do not care about honor unlike their troop counterparts, even though they fight with stealth and skirmishing but at least they fight with some honor in their way. Their airships come in all shapes in sizes and continually grows as their Aerodrome gets bigger and the knowledge is becoming more commonplace. The different types of airships that used things like gatling guns and cannons or even drop explosives have been of use when combating heavily defended pirate outpost out in the ruins of the Old Theocratium or other enemies they may come after them.<br/><br/>[Forces] Songrici: The special forces and spies of the Stao'nonxizil. They had became the more open hand when it came to their powers for their caste because they are the only ones that can cross and connect to the spiritual world and help people talking with ancestors for history and general guidance. When war does strike, they become the tools that warriors need in order to win battles. While the Warshamans handle defense and the airships offense, they handle the general variety for their cloak-and-dagger operations with more efficiency then any caste expect the ones who had trained them, the Sax'fro( though the Sax'fro need help to try and keep their secret history and traditions since they are more open now a days and are the leading caste to look up to). The Songrici weaponzied their ash-based magic and use it for the use of specializing stealth and the training of the old Sax'fro training that was once legendary on its own right. They are known to live longer because of the magic making them more wraithlike and have their own exotic weaponry made of copper and bone that allow to use more stronger versions of their offensive spells. They are known to be good at close combat and marksmenship that allows them to take on specialties such as sniping and skirmishing. They are not great with direct combat for they are weaker then a normal human in general aspects( comes with the wraithlike features that make them look more sickly and death like but they are more powerful then normal Ashborn) but they make it up with stealth as they use their magic to make cloak themselves in a limit invisibility but it is taxing to their bodies. Rare ones can harness the power of radiation and are not known in history except by a very select few. They are the most powerful ones as they can do massive damage in their own right and can live longer then normal humans by longevity. All of them ware no to light armor because of their physical stature, so it is not uncommon to see a Songrici mage with military weapons, but velvet clothing like he was a banker or a noble for they believe that ""the equipment does not make the person, but the skill is a different matter"". They number in very low numbers because the quality of training is tough and needed to be to be able to weaponize the ash-based magic efficiently and for them to be flexible in their fighting, whether offensive( most of the time) or defensive( usually handled by warshamans but are used as support).All-in-all, they are the general magic spec-ops that are more flexible then their general forces.<br/><br/>[Culture] The Storm Rides Again/The Statues of Az'martinx: The natives of Xel'nox resistant outside influence even when they were offered to learn. Their culture is known to be the most alien of them all and they love it and their beliefs are no different. Their storm gods of their Parthenon were at once 3200 alone and statues littered their entire civilization. Now their belief is more reformed and still eldritch as their gods and even revered ancestors are transformed into what one will call to be horrible and repulsive, but it is unique and show the part of their belief that like a storm, they will always rise and ride again.<br/><br/>[Knowledge] Steam Power: In Veer'gornash, steam power and the Industrial Revolution was starting for them but then the Dark Times came. Now it was a revival to what they never had completely grasp until the end of the world. The power of the Steam had allowed for them to fully see the sight of industrialization and the use of steam that allowed them to do lots of things, one of the many things was to use if for mining, building, and refining as well as learning about the use of the first taste of machinery that started to bring in factories to their sections of the city and the smoke and vapor started to rise out of the very ground itself.<br/><br/>[Knowledge] Chemistry: The thing that all natives of Xel'nox do know, from the fertilizer to gunpowder and explosives. They had decipher this the most out of all the text they were able to search for in the vaults they have been able to secure themselves in. It, with Biology, had became the foundations of bringing back horticulture and balance out the industrialization and the naturalism, though it only extends to growing mushrooms much better and larger though it has even better workings. They also allowed them to do things like rediscover gunpowder and the use of acids and explosives for both domestic and militaristic means. This also helps them in trying to survey the ground topsoil that they use the chemistry when it came to send out expeditions and trying to figure out if the ash is still in the land.<br/>Starting location (You can specify specific locations on the map or non specific ones, such as Tropical coastline, Desert, Rocky mountains): <br/>Underground in the Satizmi Waste, Northern Xel'nox, though the only thing you will see about the civilization is the smoke fumes that come out in a matter of holes.<br/><br/>[Magic] Wisdom of the Ash: The first instances in history for them is that magic has been developed by unknown means. The people that have been gifted with the magic have been able to harness the ash that is around Xel'nox and has called it the Wisdom of the Ash.<br/>( update) The magic called the Wisdom of the Ash has started to show connections with the land and the people developing the magic and had first known that they can draw the ash in spirit from the very land itself and have been showing to ignite the ash to be use in a fireball that explodes. This is the first time that offensive or combat-related use of the Wisdom of the Ash has been used and tested in their history.<br/><br/>[ Knowledge] Biology: Biology has been rediscovered as a means of increase agriculture and to help with the explorations topside.<br/><br/>[Knowledge] Engineering: Large scale construction has been reintroduced and been used to its fully effects so that they can have more room to grow underground and have better planning for their buildings and such.<br/><br/> [Knowledge] Calculus: The first use and understanding of advance mathematics ever since Veer'gornash when they were just learning the concept and trying to implement it before the apocalypse but now the rediscover of it has brought them back into the idea of advancing their math skills for other projects and theories that they have in mind for the future of their civilization.<br/><br/>[Knowledge] Astronomy: Found by an now extinct Warhsaman cult, the uses of Astronomy and the Chronoshamans have been pivotal for the history of the Old Theocratium and now is the only thing that can help them learn about the outside and try to discover the lost history of the Dark Times.<br/><br/>Beyond Lvl 1 Technologies<br/><br/>[Knowledge] Physics: The studies of Lro'max and the uncovering of yet another thing that was going to be of use throughout the Old Theorcratium. The study of Physics could have ushered in new ways for the Theocratium to use it's power to harness the true power of the Storm Gods and to be able to fight more efficiently, and possibly even fly! The fabled studies of Lro'max have became the Stano'zanilxi's top priority and it will take them more then a few years but they shall complete it with the upmost importance.<br/>The Warshamans had started to improve their weaponry that had started to make them use upgraded bullets and gunsmithing styles that had jumped them up a good start from their original settings. Airships have been developed and are being used in early stages of explorations have also given the insights that they may be able to reclaim the Old Theocratium. This also yield the foundations of beginning of other technologies that are locked away in the vaults but time is of the essence if they are to truly prosper in their new, harsher landscape.<br/><br/>[Knowledge] Geology: One of the most important text that have been discovered in order to find more resources that can help them learn and improve their knowledge to the fullest when trying to learn the very earth they walk and live on. This help with learning what to mine and what not to and what can be used for the use of building things like airships.<br/><br/>[Knowledge] Metallurgy: The Stao'nonxizil had founded to make more stronger steel by using more advance chemistry in order to make the use of better armor for their airships and started to make the first plated airships out of their civilization, or remnants that is. Once other thing that they also have made was the armor-piercing canons to be of use to take down their own armor and this made specialized canons to handle their own powerful shells to try and bring the airships down if needed.<br/><br/>[Knowledge] Industrial Automation: The use of the steam engine has risen the Engineer caste and they started to show the first uses that have been building and the worshiping of the machine and the cog as they started to worship outside the normal Parthenon. This also has made a major increase in war recruitment for the Warshamans and the use of the assembly line method and started the touch of mass production and standard use of military and civilian equipment and had allowed the city of Gyr'flow as a industrial giant in their country and potentially in the region.<br/><br/>[Knowledge] Medicine/Pertochemistry: The first use of the ideas of advancing their way of trying to make their country better is that they advanced their medicine and the use of petrochemistry. They had started to cure many of the diseases that had plagued their people since the days of the Old Theocratium and the first use of petrochemistry have allowed them to the "" Road Method"" of refining their old so they can make their first combustion engine but it also comes with the idea of more improved incendiary weaponry and even prototype flamethrowers for infantry use so they can use it against larger groups of enemies.</div></div></div>"
7886,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=150,2014-12-19T08:29:00,New Strausberg,"59-65<br/><br/>(For the 2 days I missed and today)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The years of Innovation</span><br/><br/><br/>These years saw many advances in technology, the men of the Depostism as well made ready the rails in the north to connect with there friends to the south. All way going according to plan and even the many cities where booming thanks to food from the Sultain, with this and more and more factories opening all over the Depostism the idea they where doing gods great work was ever more distilled in there minds. Ever more the people's of the Depostim worked tirelessly on the rails improving the, and integrating them to fit with the tracks of the empire to the south. With these regulations not only where there more goods coming in, but it also standardized the trains that needed to be made. These railroads of the Iron Depostism continued springing up all over the north and slowly working its way south. Among the few advances the scientist of the Depostism had made where the following: chemestry, biology, calculus, and astrology. Things could only be getting better at least in the Czars eyes.<br/><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Tech: chemestry, biology, calculus, and astrology added. <br/>Inf: Transcontinental rails- with the help of the mighty Sultain to the south the late kings dream has been realized and the rails are now connected from the tundra to the southern desserts the Czar couldn't be happier <br/>Infrastructure: The Citadel, a massive burdging industrial town-built into the side of the mountain and then deep into it, this city is the heart of The Iron Depotism and its main seat of power. Safe from harm the people work at bettering the Depostism through work and labour <br/><br/>Agent: Hans Jäger, a man of science he works day and night to come up with ways to keep the mighty production that keeps the Depostism alive running, a brilliant inventor and grandson of the man who helped build the Citadel he is one of the most highly regarded indivuals in the Depostism. <br/><br/>Forces: Deep Guard: from the bowls of the mighty citadel spawn the Deep Guard, Soldiers hell bent on protecting there great city and will stop at nothing short of death to protect it. There will is unwavering and each would gladly die for there cause. They are given the best equipment that can be made and put thought a training regiment from birth. It is drilled into them how to kill and they will never hesitate to do so.<br/><br/>Culture: From decades of living the many people's have developed a caste system, The King and warriors the highest caste, the workers the second highest, the slaves the lowest. This caste system keeps people in check, it is also used to keep production going for those who prove themselves skilled workers are often picked to join the warrior caste and a better life. There is only one patron god, Crawn, the god of industry and production.<br/><br/>Knowledge: Advanced metallurgy, when working with so many metals it is often good to understand them, and therefor best implement them. The people's of the Iron Depostim have learned much over the many years of how to produce and use the metals most effectively <br/><br/>Infrastructure: The Great Forges: inside of the citidel lay many mass if forges from which many devices of war are made, each of these built deep into the mountain where the resorces needed for them are plentiful. There are the pride and joy of any working caste member as well as the best arms and armor.<br/><br/>Knowledge: Steam engines: from studying the old machines littered around. The industrial nation has began to create steam powered machine to increase productivity and move around supplies faster. <br/><br/>Knowledge: construction: in an effort to produce bigger and better forges and equipment for the expanding empire the need for bigger structures<br/><br/>Knowledge beyond lv 1<br/>Knowledge: Railroad: in the ever growing need for expansion the steam machines used to move our goods around quicker have been put on wheels and used to now move along the many supplies and such needed for people. Construction continues to ever improve upon this design and make them quicker.<br/><br/>Clockwork: with the addition of clockwork repeating rifles now fly off the factory lines to arm the ever growing armies of the Depostism.<br/><br/>Industrial automation: with the growing need for even more industry the Czar has seen fit to create the Assembly line. With these machines helping production sky rocket the Depostism had quickly become a major provider of weapons across its known territories.<br/><br/><br/>Infrastructure: Skisshaw a new addition to the growing Kingdom the city of Skisshaw is the biggest port city on the Iron Depostim hauling in a total of about 500 pounds of fish a day. As it has quickly become one of the most important regions in the Depostim a massive wall has been erected around it to keep out invaders. It also heavily utilizes the steam engines and ships to produce as much fish as possible without exhausting there food supply.</div></div></div>"
7887,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=150,2014-12-19T14:11:00,Pac Kindom,"From Bython's early studies of electricity, it was found that Electrical impulses could travel with great speed, and many experimenters worked on the application of electricity to communications at a distance. The first working Bython telegraph was built in Caer. they laid down eight miles of wire and connected both ends to two clocks marked with the letters of the alphabet. Electrical impulses sent along the wire were used to transmit messages.<br/><br/>They offered this invention to the Bython Guard , describing it as ""a mode of conveying telegraphic intelligence with great rapidity, accuracy, and certainty, in all states of the atmosphere, either at night or in the day, and at small expense."" After seean the benfits of such easy communication, so they begin the work on conecting Telegraph Line between Conwy and Caernarfon and both to Caer.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Levis Avara <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=22840666#p22840666"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Altarian Republic</span><br/>The Republic desperately needed to exchange information between its vast territories so a radical idea was made and that was the telegraph.Telegraphs where excellent in improving communications and now the Arcea Isles could respond faster to a disaster or disruption across the globe.Private companies had started to set up lines across Leon,Bella,and Verdia using the TransNova providing near instant communication between Altarias Trederan provinces.Across the Luna sea to Sierra all the way to the colonies in Geneva would be a different story,in order to connect these distant lands the transsierrian cable would have to be made engineers and scientist estimate that such a cable could transmit eight words a minute improving control greatly private companies would be in charge of making this happen.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bython Union/Argon Confederacy</span><br/>While exploring around the globe it wouldn't make sense to focus more on Avara specifically the southern side since it was more livable and had seemed to be better off then Northern Avara in terms of environment so some explorers/diplomats are sent out to find any nation to open international relations with.The 1st Expedition led by Zea herself heads to Bython while the 2nd lands at Argon.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>A ship ,scouting of the coast of Xel'nox they spotted the site of a steamship ship so the Captain orderd interseption course, once they came along side the other ship . The Captain stood on deck with a translator and the translator spoke said,"" Hello you are in Bython Union waters we wellcome you if you come in peace, how are you do and where do you come from?""<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Item gains""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Electricity</span> Electical pulses are studied and put to use.</div></div></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Bython Union""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Agent</span> (1)<br/>Maelor Pritchett</span> A great inventor and current leader of Bython Union who designed and built of the the current fishing fleet.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Forces</span> (1)<br/>The Bython Guard</span> is a force maintained by the Bython Union and is responsible for the safety of the and the security of the Union. <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Infrastructure</span> (3)<br/>Conwy,</span> This town is home to most of the people of the Union and set stride a river which flows thro the town in to the port and out to sea. Town surround the port an is made up of simple and practical stone constructions.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Caernarfon, </span> A town in a valley to the east of Conwy. Town surround an central square and is made up of simple and practical red brick constructions.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Caer</span> was a once a very large prison and mine complex. Now it more resembles an old Norman castle with large gray stone walls built out from the mountains them self’s in side the walls there are 10’s of large red brick constructions and 3 small gardens and the entrance to the mines<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Culture</span> (1)<br/>Bython Code </span> The Bythons are fare, free, people who live by the code honour thy Father, Protect the weak, be loyal to friends and family<br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Knowledge: </span><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">-LEVEL 1-</span></span> (7)<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Biology:</span> Using knowledge found at the port they learned all about the sea life they could eat and how the best way to catch it.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Engineering</span> The Bython learned much of ship building from studying found plans. They are well know shipwrights.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Construction</span> The Bythons love to build things a number of farms and canals have been built and they are in the process of build in walls for the town of Conwy.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Astronomy</span> Star charts are created, used, amended.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Calculus</span> Useful math discovered while creating star/Sea Charts<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""> Steam Power</span> - Recently re-discovered will in time revolutionize Bython society and will be the first step in a cast based society.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""> Chemistry</span> The few books found talked about behavior of matter and particles, namely, Molecules and elements. But the most importaat things were fertilizer to gunpowder and explosives<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">-LEVEL 2-</span></span> (5)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""> Physics</span> The people of had started to improve their weaponry that had started to make them use upgraded bullets and ship designs.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Clockworks</span> Allows Repeater rifles, Gattling guns and cannons<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Metallurgy</span> The Bython Union to create more better steel. They did this by using more advance chemistry in order to improve there cannons Advances in metallurgy allowed for the construction of breech-loading rifled guns that could fire at a much greater range and muzzle velocity. It also allowed for armor-piercing shells<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Railroad </span> The Bython Union is for ever growing and need to move our goods around the union quicker so it was decided to put them on .<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Industrial Automation </span> The growing need for even more industry was solved with the creation of the Assembly line.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Electricity</span> Electical pulses are studied and put to use.</div></div></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""cards""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Sabotage<br/>Research Project<br/>Resource Exploitation</div></div></div>"
7888,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=150,2014-12-19T14:58:00,Levis Avara,"<blockquote><div><cite>United Soviet Jason Republic <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=22842919#p22842919"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Levis Avara <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=22841304#p22841304"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Empire of Leto</span><br/>Diplomats had been sent to this nation to open relations with the Republic,already traders earlier on had added Akksum to the trading map but now it was under different rule the 3 steamships land at port carrying Ambassador Raven and her scribes to take note on this historic meeting they came with gifts to show the kindness of the Altarian Republic and a token of goodwill a golden dragon with purple diamonds for eyes and 3 distinct Faberge eggs and a tamed adorable tiger cub raised in the gardens of the Domed House.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Southern Empire: City of Leto: Envoy Mission</span></span><br/><br/>The Sulitan welcomed the foreign envoy into court. The envoy was greeted the same way as other northern nations were normally greeted: wish a lavish court entrance with the Sulitan awaiting them. The railroad north brought other nations into the loop with the empire. Trade of goods, raw and finished, grew massively with a cheap overland route north. The Empire began to buy weapons and other finished goods from the north in bulk, sending back cotton, spice, lumber, iron and other raw material such as grain and food. Other nations were now putting wires along the route. The Empire waited for this to affect it. Nomads were drafted into the army in bulk. They formed the Rail Core, patrolling the route and making sure it was safe. The Empire was growing.<br/><br/>The Sulitan sat in his lush robes and simple crown. The court that surrounded him quieted itself as the people entered. They brought strange items. When the gifts were taken by servants and examined by the Sulitan they were whisked away to a back room. ""You northern nations bring more than just your words. But truly your words are what interest me. Speak your mind,"" the Sulitan leaned forward in his chair.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Empire of Leto</span><br/>Ambassador Raven wearing a long turquoise dress made of the finest silks available took note of the Letos,they went straight to business.Her purple eyes shining in the light coming out of the windows she says.""Greetings Sultan it is a honor to be in your presence"" and respectfully bows ""I come from the Altarian Republic and on my mission I was sent to bolster relations between our two nations and to begin the process of opening a embassy has well"". She examined the room and then said ""Also has you know our traders came to Akksum before it was conquered and had set up trading posts there what we wish is to lower tariffs on such trade to increase prosperity and wealth between our nations"
7889,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=150,2014-12-19T15:29:00,Levis Avara,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pac Kindom <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=22850045#p22850045"">wrote</a>:</cite>From Bython's early studies of electricity, it was found that Electrical impulses could travel with great speed, and many experimenters worked on the application of electricity to communications at a distance. The first working Bython telegraph was built in Caer. they laid down eight miles of wire and connected both ends to two clocks marked with the letters of the alphabet. Electrical impulses sent along the wire were used to transmit messages. <br/><br/>They offered this invention to the Bython Guard , describing it as ""a mode of conveying telegraphic intelligence with great rapidity, accuracy, and certainty, in all states of the atmosphere, either at night or in the day, and at small expense."" After seean the benfits of such easy communication, so they begin the work on conecting Telegraph Line between Conwy and Caernarfon and both to Caer.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Levis Avara <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=22840666#p22840666"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Altarian Republic</span><br/>The Republic desperately needed to exchange information between its vast territories so a radical idea was made and that was the telegraph.Telegraphs where excellent in improving communications and now the Arcea Isles could respond faster to a disaster or disruption across the globe.Private companies had started to set up lines across Leon,Bella,and Verdia using the TransNova providing near instant communication between Altarias Trederan provinces.Across the Luna sea to Sierra all the way to the colonies in Geneva would be a different story,in order to connect these distant lands the transsierrian cable would have to be made engineers and scientist estimate that such a cable could transmit eight words a minute improving control greatly private companies would be in charge of making this happen.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bython Union/Argon Confederacy</span><br/>While exploring around the globe it wouldn't make sense to focus more on Avara specifically the southern side since it was more livable and had seemed to be better off then Northern Avara in terms of environment so some explorers/diplomats are sent out to find any nation to open international relations with.The 1st Expedition led by Zea herself heads to Bython while the 2nd lands at Argon.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>A ship ,scouting of the coast of Xel'nox they spotted the site of a steamship ship so the Captain orderd interseption course, once they came along side the other ship . The Captain stood on deck with a translator and the translator spoke said,"" Hello you are in Bython Union waters we wellcome you if you come in peace, how are you do and where do you come from?""<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Item gains""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Electricity</span> Electical pulses are studied and put to use.</div></div></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Bython Union""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Agent</span> (1)<br/>Maelor Pritchett</span> A great inventor and current leader of Bython Union who designed and built of the the current fishing fleet.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Forces</span> (1)<br/>The Bython Guard</span> is a force maintained by the Bython Union and is responsible for the safety of the and the security of the Union. <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Infrastructure</span> (3)<br/>Conwy,</span> This town is home to most of the people of the Union and set stride a river which flows thro the town in to the port and out to sea. Town surround the port an is made up of simple and practical stone constructions.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Caernarfon, </span> A town in a valley to the east of Conwy. Town surround an central square and is made up of simple and practical red brick constructions.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Caer</span> was a once a very large prison and mine complex. Now it more resembles an old Norman castle with large gray stone walls built out from the mountains them self’s in side the walls there are 10’s of large red brick constructions and 3 small gardens and the entrance to the mines<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Culture</span> (1)<br/>Bython Code </span> The Bythons are fare, free, people who live by the code honour thy Father, Protect the weak, be loyal to friends and family<br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Knowledge: </span><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">-LEVEL 1-</span></span> (7)<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Biology:</span> Using knowledge found at the port they learned all about the sea life they could eat and how the best way to catch it.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Engineering</span> The Bython learned much of ship building from studying found plans. They are well know shipwrights.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Construction</span> The Bythons love to build things a number of farms and canals have been built and they are in the process of build in walls for the town of Conwy.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Astronomy</span> Star charts are created, used, amended.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Calculus</span> Useful math discovered while creating star/Sea Charts<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""> Steam Power</span> - Recently re-discovered will in time revolutionize Bython society and will be the first step in a cast based society.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""> Chemistry</span> The few books found talked about behavior of matter and particles, namely, Molecules and elements. But the most importaat things were fertilizer to gunpowder and explosives<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">-LEVEL 2-</span></span> (5)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""> Physics</span> The people of had started to improve their weaponry that had started to make them use upgraded bullets and ship designs.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Clockworks</span> Allows Repeater rifles, Gattling guns and cannons<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Metallurgy</span> The Bython Union to create more better steel. They did this by using more advance chemistry in order to improve there cannons Advances in metallurgy allowed for the construction of breech-loading rifled guns that could fire at a much greater range and muzzle velocity. It also allowed for armor-piercing shells<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Railroad </span> The Bython Union is for ever growing and need to move our goods around the union quicker so it was decided to put them on .<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Industrial Automation </span> The growing need for even more industry was solved with the creation of the Assembly line.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Electricity</span> Electical pulses are studied and put to use.</div></div></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""cards""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Sabotage<br/>Assassination<br/>Resource Exploitation</div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/><br/>Zea Thalia was stood on the railing her long black hair blowing in the wind . She was surprised to meet such a advanced Native civ,and wondered if Bython was once a colony of New Zyras,Amerailtie or Arcea she says in a booming and strong voice ""Greetings Bythonians! we come in peace from the Altarian Republic a distant nation located in the continent of Tredera our expedition was tasked to find any nations that rose from the ashes of the Dark Ages and to establish diplomatic and economic relations with them""."
7890,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=150,2014-12-19T16:11:00,Levis Avara,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Annexation of Bellona(Renamed Iberia)</span><br/>Down the miners went hammering endlessly to digging to get the precious zinc,steel and iron deposits in Iberia.Digging in the darkness singing songs to ease their hardships these strong men carve in the landscape taking in and loading tons of metals to build ships,weapons,and other industrial tools the life blood of civilization Iberia has proven itself useful to the Republic tons of mineral in agricultural resources turns this backwards territory to a thriving region where thousands and thousands come to this land to find employment farm the rich soil and make a living for themselves.Soon the Senate annexes Iberia and divides it to numerous provinces to better manage it and the towns of Chenglei,Cretzia,Avon,Venna,Lyra,and Sakiya prospers like in the days of the Empire this is a major boost.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Metallurgy</span><br/>The Altarians and New Zyrainans had friendly relations now and trade had increased the Altarians gave Electricity(Telegraph) and the Altarians in return where taught how to make better more efficient steel in return<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Iberia<br/>Metallurgy</div></div></div>"
7891,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=150,2014-12-19T18:41:00,Ralnis,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Xion'syr 12</span><br/><br/>The first steps to the Steel Cavalry they wanted was to make the heart of the vehicle itself. They did not have very accurate text but notes as they had tried but were very primitive and wouldn't be able to make their own before the Dark Times without outside help, but they will make their own for they have done this far. They had relied upon True Engine and her ideas as her followers started to grow towards liking their own brand of wasteland clothing and they started to call themselves the Road Spawn, that became a cult more than anything and some called trials against them for religious reasons.<br/><br/>However, the Spawn were doing great works that their heretical way of thinking was overshadowed by their continued support from both the Warshamans and the Engineers, where most of the Spawn originated from. They had started making the first combustion engine called the Gainex Drive and it was show cased to the leader and the main castes that are into the first hand perspective on just how powerful the Engine can be. While it was powerful, it jammed by being overflowed and it overheated. The people did I like what they saw and gave it a second go by improving the mistakes and showcase their work one more time and it worked better than before and they had found the foundations for their automobiles and their Steel Cavalry so they can start using the framework of their own vehicles and people had more respect for the Spawn.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">[Infrastructure] Zon'friex: Once a collection of underground vaults that had held all of the collective knowledge that Xel'nox had either stolen or discovered on their own, but they had mostly stolen it, and had found themselves once they had came out of their vaults and had became a bustling city with a labyrinth made of roads and corridors that connect to districts that lend a hand to one another and find the city that they have become and build for the betterment of themselves. Zon'friex is called the Glowing City or the City of Ash as they had settled under the ash that had toppled them and the most powerful nations. It is also called the Glowing City because it has a large network of crystals that glow a rainbow of colors and also the large industrialization that had never been seen since the year of Veer'gornash, which was the last era before the Dark Times. The city's workings are of common place and it now houses 42,000 embers that still flicker among the darkness. The City is nearly hidden from the naked eye but the only thing that can be sought is the various holes that lift up smoke and vapor that are symbols of advancement and a new age for them.<br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The Ar'forgual Aerodrome: The first city that is made outside of the city of Zon'frex. It is a nexus for the Stao'nonxizil's own airships that are used to explore the Old Theocratium and to make homesteads as they rely on it to try and quickly explore the Old Theocratium and Xel'nox to see what survives and what hasn't. Right now, 8,000 have called this Aerodrome home and made it partially a city in both underground and topside. Ar'forgual is mostly topside and some underground as they have a place for the Skyborn, people who have made a living and have called their airships their houses instead of their underground counterparts, and also for the rest of their underground civilization as their an assortment of taverns, business, and shipyards for airships but they also have more crime that also make more Warshamans look for more security but are usually turn a blind eye because the Skyborn can handle the their own trouble but general security is still with the Warshamans but they are usually giving trust to the Skyborn to handle their business and the at some times, the general people.<br/><br/>[Infrastructure] Gyr'flow: Known as the deepest fissure in the lands that the Stao'nonxizil have occupied and the riches of its mineral wealth. This is also the town that has rested on the very walls and the homesteads that have settled on the valley itself to give itself food and wealth beyond what can a common lower caste can dream as they have made their way in help satisfied the hunger for production and industry for now and it seems that this also production industry as well as the town is among the third largest city in their lands that have the most importance when it comes to production and general raw materials of the economy and the Stao'nonxizil.<br/><br/>[Agent] Xi'shik: Inventor, Shaman, and current leader of the Sax'fro. The Sax'fro at one time were one of the most intensive spy agencies in the world before the Dark Times, they were formed for the use of exploration and gathering of knowledge when the Theocratium of Xel'nox made their one and only colony, Xergiok, on Tredera and the Sax'fro caste was prevalent in obtaining most of the technology and knowledge of Tredera that rivaled other powers of spies in the world. When the Dark Times came, they retreated with the rest and had gained power as the leaders of the remnants and became intertwined with the new beliefs and culture of the Stao'nonxizil. Xi'shik is skilled in deciphering the ancient text that the Sax'fro used that became the new language of their people and ushered in the inventions that they had discovered long ago at the end of Veer'gornash. The Sax'fro caste still hold an a power over their people as spies, assassins, and now leaders of their civilization, but they are still but a shadow of the legend they used to be, but the new age can bring better legends and a new power for them. <br/><br/>[Forces] Zel'nov Warshamans: A mixture of the two sects of the Warshaman caste that once fought for the Amarites in the past. In the past, the most elite of their cast became the Quo'nox, the ones trained in fighting by the Amarites and led their brothers and sisters to war in what was called Wild Thunder's March, which was led by the Quo'nox Warshaman Myxsti'thyx, which is known to the Old Languages as Wild Thunder and he was a master tactician and the one who wrote the Huen, or the Warshaman's own version of unconventional warfare that allowed them to be famous auxiliaries that won them several victories, both offensive and defensive. When all Warshamans were called underground, then they had joined each other as a hybrid lead as they were the first ones to try and scavenge, reclaim, and explore Xel'nox and they had became more in line to stealth and skirmishing then their old styles of combat. They also are trained in guns and weapons of different types, but they prefer weapons for accuracy and stealth that allows them to take out their forces with precision then brute force like of Old Times.<br/><br/>[Forces] Hemo'shiv/Skeleton Crews: Known as the Warriors of the Skyborn and known as the Warshamans of the skies. These forces have become the true arm of Xel'nox as they have became the stable of the use of a growing rise of a aerial navy and the commonplace of airshsips and airship homes. They have became a large force quickly which had became for both use in merchant use, exploration, and general bounty hunting and mercenary work. The Skeleton Crews fight fierce and underhand and do not care about honor unlike their troop counterparts, even though they fight with stealth and skirmishing but at least they fight with some honor in their way. Their airships come in all shapes in sizes and continually grows as their Aerodrome gets bigger and the knowledge is becoming more commonplace. The different types of airships that used things like gatling guns and cannons or even drop explosives have been of use when combating heavily defended pirate outpost out in the ruins of the Old Theocratium or other enemies they may come after them.<br/><br/>[Forces] Songrici: The special forces and spies of the Stao'nonxizil. They had became the more open hand when it came to their powers for their caste because they are the only ones that can cross and connect to the spiritual world and help people talking with ancestors for history and general guidance. When war does strike, they become the tools that warriors need in order to win battles. While the Warshamans handle defense and the airships offense, they handle the general variety for their cloak-and-dagger operations with more efficiency then any caste expect the ones who had trained them, the Sax'fro( though the Sax'fro need help to try and keep their secret history and traditions since they are more open now a days and are the leading caste to look up to). The Songrici weaponzied their ash-based magic and use it for the use of specializing stealth and the training of the old Sax'fro training that was once legendary on its own right. They are known to live longer because of the magic making them more wraithlike and have their own exotic weaponry made of copper and bone that allow to use more stronger versions of their offensive spells. They are known to be good at close combat and marksmenship that allows them to take on specialties such as sniping and skirmishing. They are not great with direct combat for they are weaker then a normal human in general aspects( comes with the wraithlike features that make them look more sickly and death like but they are more powerful then normal Ashborn) but they make it up with stealth as they use their magic to make cloak themselves in a limit invisibility but it is taxing to their bodies. Rare ones can harness the power of radiation and are not known in history except by a very select few. They are the most powerful ones as they can do massive damage in their own right and can live longer then normal humans by longevity. All of them ware no to light armor because of their physical stature, so it is not uncommon to see a Songrici mage with military weapons, but velvet clothing like he was a banker or a noble for they believe that ""the equipment does not make the person, but the skill is a different matter"". They number in very low numbers because the quality of training is tough and needed to be to be able to weaponize the ash-based magic efficiently and for them to be flexible in their fighting, whether offensive( most of the time) or defensive( usually handled by warshamans but are used as support).All-in-all, they are the general magic spec-ops that are more flexible then their general forces.<br/><br/>[Culture] The Storm Rides Again/The Statues of Az'martinx: The natives of Xel'nox resistant outside influence even when they were offered to learn. Their culture is known to be the most alien of them all and they love it and their beliefs are no different. Their storm gods of their Parthenon were at once 3200 alone and statues littered their entire civilization. Now their belief is more reformed and still eldritch as their gods and even revered ancestors are transformed into what one will call to be horrible and repulsive, but it is unique and show the part of their belief that like a storm, they will always rise and ride again.<br/><br/>[Knowledge] Steam Power: In Veer'gornash, steam power and the Industrial Revolution was starting for them but then the Dark Times came. Now it was a revival to what they never had completely grasp until the end of the world. The power of the Steam had allowed for them to fully see the sight of industrialization and the use of steam that allowed them to do lots of things, one of the many things was to use if for mining, building, and refining as well as learning about the use of the first taste of machinery that started to bring in factories to their sections of the city and the smoke and vapor started to rise out of the very ground itself.<br/><br/>[Knowledge] Chemistry: The thing that all natives of Xel'nox do know, from the fertilizer to gunpowder and explosives. They had decipher this the most out of all the text they were able to search for in the vaults they have been able to secure themselves in. It, with Biology, had became the foundations of bringing back horticulture and balance out the industrialization and the naturalism, though it only extends to growing mushrooms much better and larger though it has even better workings. They also allowed them to do things like rediscover gunpowder and the use of acids and explosives for both domestic and militaristic means. This also helps them in trying to survey the ground topsoil that they use the chemistry when it came to send out expeditions and trying to figure out if the ash is still in the land.<br/>Starting location (You can specify specific locations on the map or non specific ones, such as Tropical coastline, Desert, Rocky mountains): <br/>Underground in the Satizmi Waste, Northern Xel'nox, though the only thing you will see about the civilization is the smoke fumes that come out in a matter of holes.<br/><br/>[Magic] Wisdom of the Ash: The first instances in history for them is that magic has been developed by unknown means. The people that have been gifted with the magic have been able to harness the ash that is around Xel'nox and has called it the Wisdom of the Ash.<br/>( update) The magic called the Wisdom of the Ash has started to show connections with the land and the people developing the magic and had first known that they can draw the ash in spirit from the very land itself and have been showing to ignite the ash to be use in a fireball that explodes. This is the first time that offensive or combat-related use of the Wisdom of the Ash has been used and tested in their history.<br/><br/>[ Knowledge] Biology: Biology has been rediscovered as a means of increase agriculture and to help with the explorations topside.<br/><br/>[Knowledge] Engineering: Large scale construction has been reintroduced and been used to its fully effects so that they can have more room to grow underground and have better planning for their buildings and such.<br/><br/> [Knowledge] Calculus: The first use and understanding of advance mathematics ever since Veer'gornash when they were just learning the concept and trying to implement it before the apocalypse but now the rediscover of it has brought them back into the idea of advancing their math skills for other projects and theories that they have in mind for the future of their civilization.<br/><br/>[Knowledge] Astronomy: Found by an now extinct Warhsaman cult, the uses of Astronomy and the Chronoshamans have been pivotal for the history of the Old Theocratium and now is the only thing that can help them learn about the outside and try to discover the lost history of the Dark Times.<br/><br/>Beyond Lvl 1 Technologies<br/><br/>[Knowledge] Physics: The studies of Lro'max and the uncovering of yet another thing that was going to be of use throughout the Old Theorcratium. The study of Physics could have ushered in new ways for the Theocratium to use it's power to harness the true power of the Storm Gods and to be able to fight more efficiently, and possibly even fly! The fabled studies of Lro'max have became the Stano'zanilxi's top priority and it will take them more then a few years but they shall complete it with the upmost importance.<br/>The Warshamans had started to improve their weaponry that had started to make them use upgraded bullets and gunsmithing styles that had jumped them up a good start from their original settings. Airships have been developed and are being used in early stages of explorations have also given the insights that they may be able to reclaim the Old Theocratium. This also yield the foundations of beginning of other technologies that are locked away in the vaults but time is of the essence if they are to truly prosper in their new, harsher landscape.<br/><br/>[Knowledge] Geology: One of the most important text that have been discovered in order to find more resources that can help them learn and improve their knowledge to the fullest when trying to learn the very earth they walk and live on. This help with learning what to mine and what not to and what can be used for the use of building things like airships.<br/><br/>[Knowledge] Metallurgy: The Stao'nonxizil had founded to make more stronger steel by using more advance chemistry in order to make the use of better armor for their airships and started to make the first plated airships out of their civilization, or remnants that is. Once other thing that they also have made was the armor-piercing canons to be of use to take down their own armor and this made specialized canons to handle their own powerful shells to try and bring the airships down if needed.<br/><br/>[Knowledge] Industrial Automation: The use of the steam engine has risen the Engineer caste and they started to show the first uses that have been building and the worshiping of the machine and the cog as they started to worship outside the normal Parthenon. This also has made a major increase in war recruitment for the Warshamans and the use of the assembly line method and started the touch of mass production and standard use of military and civilian equipment and had allowed the city of Gyr'flow as a industrial giant in their country and potentially in the region.<br/><br/>[Knowledge] Medicine/Pertochemistry: The first use of the ideas of advancing their way of trying to make their country better is that they advanced their medicine and the use of petrochemistry. They had started to cure many of the diseases that had plagued their people since the days of the Old Theocratium and the first use of petrochemistry have allowed them to the "" Road Method"" of refining their old so they can make their first combustion engine but it also comes with the idea of more improved incendiary weaponry and even prototype flamethrowers for infantry use so they can use it against larger groups of enemies.<br/><br/>[Knowledge] Combustion: The study of Petrochemistry and also the review of sketches from the Dark Times that they had started to make visions of what their own engines and vehicles can be about. This was the first way to try and traverse the Wastes. It would take them time but they had made the first steps by making the first combustible engine in their people's history and now are looking for their own frameworks so they can put the engine that they made to the test.</div></div></div>"
7892,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=150,2014-12-19T21:00:00,United Soviet Jason Republic,"<blockquote><div><cite>Levis Avara <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=22850412#p22850412"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Empire of Leto</span><br/>Ambassador Raven wearing a long turquoise dress made of the finest silks available took note of the Letos,they went straight to business.Her purple eyes shining in the light coming out of the windows she says.""Greetings Sultan it is a honor to be in your presence"" and respectfully bows ""I come from the Altarian Republic and on my mission I was sent to bolster relations between our two nations and to begin the process of opening a embassy has well"". She examined the room and then said ""Also has you know our traders came to Akksum before it was conquered and had set up trading posts there what we wish is to lower tariffs on such trade to increase prosperity and wealth between our nations</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The Sulitan was not pleaded by this envoys statment. Akksum was taken by the great armies of the empire. It was a city of ruin when i found it and took the city. I, myself, brought it to life, giving it the culture and life to thrive, grow and prosper. Your claim of conquest offends me. I took the city."" The Sulitan waved away a servant. He was obviously displeased with these diplomats. They offended him. ""If Akksum is so important to you then your embassy shall be there. As for the tariffs the Empire will maintain its current levies on trade. These levies against the railroad and merchants provides for trader security, Empire security and the support of the arts. This will never cease."" The Sulitan was prepared to allow this envoy leave. However he would weight to hear their reply to his rebuke.<br/><br/><br/>The school of Azhar in the city of Akksum published its first great work. The book was a collection of short stories, proverbs and poems on modern society, civilization, leaders and customs. The book was a change from the old stories. From the days of gloried nomadic travel and raiding the Azhar emphasized settled life, loyalty to the emperor and adaption to the new ways. The book was the first to be massed published. Mostly printed and transported from northern countries the book became the new hot topic of the elite and growing middle class. The city libraries began to debate the new book against the old poems.<br/><br/>With the trade of technology with the north small southern industries tried to combat the overwhelming power in the north. These industries quickly sprouted in the world of airships. Airships technology was finally becoming lean and efficient enough to be used for the movements of goods, people and military actions. Small newspapers arose in the cities, along with small arms factories. Mostly imports of finished goods still came from the north.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Empire of Leto</span></span><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""The Empire""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">13<br/>[Agents] Prince Hauabar Al-Ada, son of Harq this man is following in the footsteps of his great grand father, focusing more on the military. <br/><br/><br/>[Agents] Sulitan Harq Al-Ada: Taught at the school of Dar Al-Hikman and versed in the ways of culture, Prince Harq is interested in engineering. His first city to rule will be his toy for politics and construction. He is focused on culture and a sound political base. <br/><br/>[Forces] The King maintains a large force of nomadic warriors called The Firmi. These troops were raised in the desert and are most skilled at mounted combat. Levies from the city were later on integrated into the force in order to maintain order in cities in the small country. These levies are armed mostly with spears and swords, but more elite units have muskets.<br/><br/>[Forces] Leto Line Core: This group of warriors are trained in both land and mounted combat. Their job is to protect the Great Railroad going north. To do this they are stationed on every train, water stop and patrol the route with airships. These troops are trained in the northern style of combat and are drafted from the nomads. These nomads patrol the line on camel, horseback and airship. <br/><br/>[Forces] Another left over from the collapse of the old empire is the idea of a navy. Upon reuniting the Empire the Raiders were created to protect off shore fishing and shipping. Ships that were left over from the old empire often resorted to raiding as a source of resources. The idea of the navy remains and is built upon piracy. <br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The City of Leto still stands. Despite it being nearly abandoned after the old empire collapsed the large, deep ports inside of the city were returned to and inhabited again. The city has very little notable about it and stands at the mouth of the Lea river, the lifeblood of the Settled and Nomadic people.<br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The city of Akksum has been taken into the realm. The city is home to a new palace, temple and ports. Under the rule of Harq Al-Ada the city's population grew. Walls would be constructed around the city, a market place built and trade between the desert would grow. The city has a library, sprawling markets, and a palace of its own. <br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The city of Bagghar is little more than a port city and trading outpost. From the north it if the first city in which trade is brought into the Empire. Frequented by merchants it is a bustling market. From this city nomads take goods south to Akksum or Leto. <br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The Township of Southern Ameralite: These four small towns are built upon the ruins of former Ameralite cities. These towns are focused around mining and lumber trade which is then transported to the southern cities. <br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The Leto Lines have been constructed. These railroads connect the cities and towns of the Empire. They are owned by different private companies and have been granted land by the Sulitan. Now goods are traveling faster than before and the economy is booming. However Nomads find themselves less and less useful in the economy. Less honorable ones are settling due to the lines. Others struggle to make a living and are removing them selves from the economy. <br/><br/>[Infrastructure] Transcontinental Railroad. The line runs from the Iron Despotism in the north to the sandy city of Leto. The line has several stops in the empire and connects directly to existing lines. This allows for more use of the line.<br/><br/>[Culture] The Hymes of Dar Al-Hikman, a renound art school before the collapse of the old empire have now been turned into a holy book. The school was re founded after the return of inhabitants to the city of Leto. The book comprises of hymns from the settled and nomadic people and preach respect for the desert and water. Often times the desert and ocean are referred to as being liquids, as they both seem to flow and have waves. The classic book provides the moral and civil codes of the people in the Empire. <br/><br/>[Culture] The Azhar Book: The first mass printed religious guide for the new modern era. More of a political and economic manual the book opens the society for more religious and spiritual debate. The book tries to address the issue of the collapse of nomadic lifestyle. It leaves open the question of religion. <br/>-Level One-<br/>[Knowledge] Navigation: In the dark times the people living on the coast depended on the livelihood that for generations saved their lives: fishing. This simple act required the ability to construct well made ships and use the wind. The tides and waters of the area near the Empire is well known. Sailors are taken in high regard as they helped provide food to the inland when civilization collapsed. As over fishing became an issue the sailors headed deeper into the ocean to catch more fish. In the darkest of times the fishing trade all bust collapsed. The fish population returned and the knowledge of the ocean was kept alive. Navigation also plays a roll in traveling through the sand seas of the desert.<br/><br/>[Knowledge] Engineering, Chemistry, Steam Power, Calculus<br/><br/>Level Two<br/>[Knowledge] Physics, Railroads, Clockwork, Replaceable parts, Metleugry</div></div></div>"
7893,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=150,2014-12-19T21:29:00,Levis Avara,"<blockquote><div><cite>United Soviet Jason Republic <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=22853878#p22853878"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Levis Avara <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=22850412#p22850412"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Empire of Leto</span><br/>Ambassador Raven wearing a long turquoise dress made of the finest silks available took note of the Letos,they went straight to business.Her purple eyes shining in the light coming out of the windows she says.""Greetings Sultan it is a honor to be in your presence"" and respectfully bows ""I come from the Altarian Republic and on my mission I was sent to bolster relations between our two nations and to begin the process of opening a embassy has well"". She examined the room and then said ""Also has you know our traders came to Akksum before it was conquered and had set up trading posts there what we wish is to lower tariffs on such trade to increase prosperity and wealth between our nations</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The Sulitan was not pleaded by this envoys statment. Akksum was taken by the great armies of the empire. It was a city of ruin when i found it and took the city. I, myself, brought it to life, giving it the culture and life to thrive, grow and prosper. Your claim of conquest offends me. I took the city."" The Sulitan waved away a servant. He was obviously displeased with these diplomats. They offended him. ""If Akksum is so important to you then your embassy shall be there. As for the tariffs the Empire will maintain its current levies on trade. These levies against the railroad and merchants provides for trader security, Empire security and the support of the arts. This will never cease."" The Sulitan was prepared to allow this envoy leave. However he would weight to hear their reply to his rebuke. <br/><br/><br/>The school of Azhar in the city of Akksum published its first great work. The book was a collection of short stories, proverbs and poems on modern society, civilization, leaders and customs. The book was a change from the old stories. From the days of gloried nomadic travel and raiding the Azhar emphasized settled life, loyalty to the emperor and adaption to the new ways. The book was the first to be massed published. Mostly printed and transported from northern countries the book became the new hot topic of the elite and growing middle class. The city libraries began to debate the new book against the old poems. <br/><br/>With the trade of technology with the north small southern industries tried to combat the overwhelming power in the north. These industries quickly sprouted in the world of airships. Airships technology was finally becoming lean and efficient enough to be used for the movements of goods, people and military actions. Small newspapers arose in the cities, along with small arms factories. Mostly imports of finished goods still came from the north. <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Empire of Leto</span></span><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""The Empire""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">13<br/>[Agents] Prince Hauabar Al-Ada, son of Harq this man is following in the footsteps of his great grand father, focusing more on the military. <br/><br/><br/>[Agents] Sulitan Harq Al-Ada: Taught at the school of Dar Al-Hikman and versed in the ways of culture, Prince Harq is interested in engineering. His first city to rule will be his toy for politics and construction. He is focused on culture and a sound political base. <br/><br/>[Forces] The King maintains a large force of nomadic warriors called The Firmi. These troops were raised in the desert and are most skilled at mounted combat. Levies from the city were later on integrated into the force in order to maintain order in cities in the small country. These levies are armed mostly with spears and swords, but more elite units have muskets.<br/><br/>[Forces] Leto Line Core: This group of warriors are trained in both land and mounted combat. Their job is to protect the Great Railroad going north. To do this they are stationed on every train, water stop and patrol the route with airships. These troops are trained in the northern style of combat and are drafted from the nomads. These nomads patrol the line on camel, horseback and airship. <br/><br/>[Forces] Another left over from the collapse of the old empire is the idea of a navy. Upon reuniting the Empire the Raiders were created to protect off shore fishing and shipping. Ships that were left over from the old empire often resorted to raiding as a source of resources. The idea of the navy remains and is built upon piracy. <br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The City of Leto still stands. Despite it being nearly abandoned after the old empire collapsed the large, deep ports inside of the city were returned to and inhabited again. The city has very little notable about it and stands at the mouth of the Lea river, the lifeblood of the Settled and Nomadic people.<br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The city of Akksum has been taken into the realm. The city is home to a new palace, temple and ports. Under the rule of Harq Al-Ada the city's population grew. Walls would be constructed around the city, a market place built and trade between the desert would grow. The city has a library, sprawling markets, and a palace of its own. <br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The city of Bagghar is little more than a port city and trading outpost. From the north it if the first city in which trade is brought into the Empire. Frequented by merchants it is a bustling market. From this city nomads take goods south to Akksum or Leto. <br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The Township of Southern Ameralite: These four small towns are built upon the ruins of former Ameralite cities. These towns are focused around mining and lumber trade which is then transported to the southern cities. <br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The Leto Lines have been constructed. These railroads connect the cities and towns of the Empire. They are owned by different private companies and have been granted land by the Sulitan. Now goods are traveling faster than before and the economy is booming. However Nomads find themselves less and less useful in the economy. Less honorable ones are settling due to the lines. Others struggle to make a living and are removing them selves from the economy. <br/><br/>[Infrastructure] Transcontinental Railroad. The line runs from the Iron Despotism in the north to the sandy city of Leto. The line has several stops in the empire and connects directly to existing lines. This allows for more use of the line.<br/><br/>[Culture] The Hymes of Dar Al-Hikman, a renound art school before the collapse of the old empire have now been turned into a holy book. The school was re founded after the return of inhabitants to the city of Leto. The book comprises of hymns from the settled and nomadic people and preach respect for the desert and water. Often times the desert and ocean are referred to as being liquids, as they both seem to flow and have waves. The classic book provides the moral and civil codes of the people in the Empire. <br/><br/>[Culture] The Azhar Book: The first mass printed religious guide for the new modern era. More of a political and economic manual the book opens the society for more religious and spiritual debate. The book tries to address the issue of the collapse of nomadic lifestyle. It leaves open the question of religion. <br/>-Level One-<br/>[Knowledge] Navigation: In the dark times the people living on the coast depended on the livelihood that for generations saved their lives: fishing. This simple act required the ability to construct well made ships and use the wind. The tides and waters of the area near the Empire is well known. Sailors are taken in high regard as they helped provide food to the inland when civilization collapsed. As over fishing became an issue the sailors headed deeper into the ocean to catch more fish. In the darkest of times the fishing trade all bust collapsed. The fish population returned and the knowledge of the ocean was kept alive. Navigation also plays a roll in traveling through the sand seas of the desert.<br/><br/>[Knowledge] Engineering, Chemistry, Steam Power, Calculus<br/><br/>Level Two<br/>[Knowledge] Physics, Railroads, Clockwork, Replaceable parts, Metleugry</div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Leto Empire</span><br/>The diplomat was annoyed with the snarky remarks of the Sultan he was obviously offended at the what she had said but she did not consider it a insult for she could care less about how the city was taken.What she did care about was the insecurity of the Sultan and how easily offended he could be. ""Yes it appears so I apologize if I offended you we where merely ignorant in such matters surely you would understand since our two nations have never had direct contact with each other "". She did not mean it.""Anyways its been a pleasure Sultan but I believe shall take my leaving "". The steamships soon left and returned back to Arvenia.Things are a bit icy now."
7894,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=150,2014-12-20T05:00:00,New Fraulasia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Old Goffsill, 1999 A.O.P.</span><br/>""We're gonna party like it's Nineteen ninety-nine!""<br/>The dream of Sheev has been realized. After the doubling of the G.E.C., they were tasked with the<span style=""font-style: italic"">permanent</span>clearing and maintaince of large, specific paths in the swamps. Later, the government offered incentives, to renovate and reinhabit the city. Now, in 1999, The Sister Cities of the Goffsill (No longer Neo-) celebrate the new year, 2000.<br/><br/>Item gains:<br/>Infrastructure: The City of Goffsill- The historic hill city, city of art, city of light. Goffsill is reclaimed.<br/><br/>Other thing:<br/>Name Change- No longer are they the Neo-Goffsill Ascendancy, now just the Goffsill Ascendancy."
7895,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=150,2014-12-20T11:39:00,Pac Kindom,"Bython<br/>10-12 BAFR<br/><blockquote><div><cite>Levis Avara <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=22850704#p22850704"">wrote</a>:</cite>Zea Thalia was stood on the railing her long black hair blowing in the wind . She was surprised to meet such a advanced Native civ,and wondered if Bython was once a colony of New Zyras,Amerailtie or Arcea she says in a booming and strong voice ""Greetings Bythonians! we come in peace from the Altarian Republic a distant nation located in the continent of Tredera our expedition was tasked to find any nations that rose from the ashes of the Dark Ages and to establish diplomatic and economic relations with them"".</div></blockquote><br/><br/>the Captain stared at the strange northen buteay on the strange metel ship, Strange and cold the ship must be made as it why do not use warm wood he through and thro his translator he spoke We the Bython Union formed form varous groups survivors who escaped the destruction of there homes during the Age of Darkness and we welcome you to our new home, if you wish i can come abourd an show to our home port .<br/>Bython<br/>12-14 BAFR<br/><br/>in 12 BAFR a group of philosophers and scientists from all over Bython gather in Caernarfon to study and medate on a mystical force binding all life together.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""State of The Union""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><br/>The Union is an oligarchy ruled by the Cast Council. Although there is a capital city ,Conwy the Cast Council can meet in any City. The Cast Council is made up of eight individuals, two from the 4 main Cast ,Warrior, Builder, Grower and Teacher .<br/>The Builder cast controls all types of construction mine and manfraction and are based in Caer.<br/>The Grower cast controls all types of food production and are based in Conwy.<br/>The Warror Cast is responsible for the safety of the and the security of the Union and are based in Conwy.<br/>The Teacher case is responsible for the teaching of the Union young and and all reschard and develomet. They are based in Caernarfon.<br/>The Religious at this time number about 20 individuals . They are based in Caernarfon.</span></div></div></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Item gains""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">[b]Rheilffordd  These railroads connect the cities and towns of the Union. They are owned by the Builder's Cast.</div></div></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Bython Union""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Agent</span> (1)<br/>Maelor Pritchett</span> A great inventor and current leader of Bython Union who designed and built of the the current fishing fleet.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Forces</span> (1)<br/>The Bython Guard</span> is a force maintained by the Bython Union and is responsible for the safety of the and the security of the Union. <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Infrastructure</span> (4)<br/>Conwy,</span> This town is home to most of the people of the Union and set stride a river which flows thro the town in to the port and out to sea. Town surround the port an is made up of simple and practical stone constructions.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Caernarfon</span> A town in a valley to the east of Conwy. Town surround an central square and is made up of simple and practical red brick constructions.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Caer</span> was a once a very large prison and mine complex. Now it more resembles an old Norman castle with large gray stone walls built out from the mountains them self’s in side the walls there are 10’s of large red brick constructions and 3 small gardens and the entrance to the mines<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Rheilffordd</span> . These railroads connect the cities and towns of the Union. They are owned by the Builder's Cast. <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Culture</span> (1)<br/>Bython Code </span> The Bythons are fare, free, people who live by the code honour thy Father, Protect the weak, be loyal to friends and family<br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Knowledge: </span><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">-LEVEL 1-</span></span> (7)<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Biology:</span> Using knowledge found at the port they learned all about the sea life they could eat and how the best way to catch it.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Engineering</span> The Bython learned much of ship building from studying found plans. They are well know shipwrights.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Construction</span> The Bythons love to build things a number of farms and canals have been built and they are in the process of build in walls for the town of Conwy.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Astronomy</span> Star charts are created, used, amended.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Calculus</span> Useful math discovered while creating star/Sea Charts<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""> Steam Power</span> - Recently re-discovered will in time revolutionize Bython society and will be the first step in a cast based society.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""> Chemistry</span> The few books found talked about behavior of matter and particles, namely, Molecules and elements. But the most importaat things were fertilizer to gunpowder and explosives<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">-LEVEL 2-</span></span> (5)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""> Physics</span> The people of had started to improve their weaponry that had started to make them use upgraded bullets and ship designs.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Clockworks</span> Allows Repeater rifles, Gattling guns and cannons<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Metallurgy</span> The Bython Union to create more better steel. They did this by using more advance chemistry in order to improve there cannons Advances in metallurgy allowed for the construction of breech-loading rifled guns that could fire at a much greater range and muzzle velocity. It also allowed for armor-piercing shells<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Railroad </span> The Bython Union is for ever growing and need to move our goods around the union quicker so it was decided to put them on .<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Industrial Automation </span> The growing need for even more industry was solved with the creation of the Assembly line.</div></div></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""cards""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Sabotage<br/>Research Project<br/>Resource Exploitation</div></div></div>"
7896,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=150,2014-12-20T12:58:00,Cuprum,"Ruhr-area was an agrarian part of Almain until the 1850s. The demand for coal was skyrocketing because of machines getting bigger. The Ruhr-area was targeted by coal miners in response to the high demand for coal, the area experienced industrialization like no other. The population grew in the Ruhr area and its importance also grew as well.<br/><br/>A peculiar Military-Industrial complex is emerging in the now heavily industrialized Ruhr-area, where several leading industrialists, notably from the Essen family, are working together with Tedeschian Army & Government officials to develop, in coherence with Almain state ideology, our military and industrial capabilities. Voltaire has said of Almain that it is an army with a country, and nowhere is this more true than in the Ruhr. Almain purpose is to expand the republican ideas around the world.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Pershing's château.</span><br/><br/>I fell asleep with you in front of the mirror with light crimson fingertips, your hand accidentally shows weakness and you closed your lips. That day, we made a promise to each other, now, neither of us can remember it.<br/><br/>A new morning, a white breath is coming from my lungs and black tears come fromm my wet eyes wandering.I've really got to go, footsteps are lightly taken, but hurrying anyway. The thunder like a lion's roar prompts a dispersion. What's going on? That's right... The rain's coming. I really hate the rain, has the rain erased his alibi? Did he already forget? Is this all the two of us will become? Let's make all of this the rain's fault. If my mind would change like the weather in Albion that would be a relief...but it's the opposite.The rain has made my fever return, but he suddenly came to my house, he's willing to take care of me. It's all the rain's fault, no, thanks to it, I'm happy now:<br/><br/>''Is a cold, you'll be alright in less than a fortnight''<br/><br/>''Good, Dr. Maxwell, how is she? I know she's bearing your son, you troll''<br/><br/>''Outstanding, she's in Ruhr with my father in law doing some money. See you tommorrow with more medecin'''<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bautzan's lab</span><br/><br/>Call me obsessed, call me insane, something is creeping through my veins. Eyes can not see whats underneath.I can’t stop and no one can’t stop me. I’m gonna get progress started, is impossible to breathe in this place, the temperature is rising up. In my dreams, and in my ideals,vIt's like I'm buried within. As I looked up at the sky, I wonder if tomorrow will be sunny, the stars that fills the sky is shining brightly.<br/><br/>If you wish to become strong, I'm sure it'll come true that's why believe in yourself my dear friend. I'm sooo blue, shut up! graceful sex appealing people.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""The Federal Republic of Almain""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Agents:</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">- President Gerhard Schröder:</span> The leader of the Republic and the head of the goverment's executive branch. This politician and member of the old guard knows how to manage the masses.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">- Gral. Angelie Jinjur Pershing: </span> She has long dark hair, wears a green uniform, and generally acts impertinent while her army acts lackdaisical.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Forces</span>:<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Mechanical knight:</span> Refers to a humanoid automaton designed in the past.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">* Good commanders:</span> It is better to have a lion at the head of an army of sheep, than a sheep at the head of an army of lions.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">* Raider Group Doctrine:</span> This doctrine meant sending out groups of small fast ships with good endurance to contest the main sea route of the oceans..<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">* Gauss rifle:</span> Is a type of projectile accelerator consisting of one or more coils used as electromagnets in the configuration of a linear motor that accelerate a ferromagnetic or conducting projectile to high velocity.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Infrastructure:</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">* Gärten:</span> They are created by staking out the shallow lake bed and then fencing in the rectangle with wattle. The fenced-off area was then layered with mud, lake sediment, and decaying vegetation, eventually bringing it above the level of the lake. Often trees such as āhuexōtl and āhuēhuētl were planted at the corners to secure the Gärten. Gärtens were separated by channels wide enough for a canoe to pass. These ""islands"" had very high crop yields with up to 7 harvests a year.<br/><br/>* <span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Alemanniawerft:</span> Originally founded as the Nordtedesch Schiffbau-Gesellschaft in 1857, the wharf was bought by renowned industrialist Friedrich von Essen in 1962, and renamed the Alemanniawerft.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Culture:</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">* Political Contract</span>: Is theory or model, originating during the Age of Madness, that typically addresses the questions of the origin of society and the legitimacy of the authority of the state over the individual.Social contract arguments typically posit that individuals have consented, either explicitly or tacitly, to surrender some of their freedoms and submit to the authority of the ruler or magistrate (or to the decision of a majority), in exchange for protection of their remaining rights. The question of the relation between natural and legal rights, therefore, is often an aspect of social contract theory.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">* The Siegestor:</span> Is a three-arched triumphal arch crowned with a statue of Alemannia with a lion-quadriga. dedicated to the glory of the Tedeschian army.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">* The Schwabing Circles:</span> the Schwabing area of Munchen became known, probably due in large part to the large university and student presence, as a Böhmen hub of intellectual activity, drawing to it many modernist artists and authors.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">* The Reinheitsgebot</span>: Is a regulation concerning the production of beer in the Almain Republic.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">* (O)stomachion:</span> This is a dissection puzzle similar to a Tangram, and the treatise describing it was found in more complete form in the Archimedes Palimpsest.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Knowledge:</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">* The Prince:</span> He who neglects what is done for what ought to be done, sooner effects his ruin than his preservation.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">* Iron and Coal</span>: A blast furnace was used to make pig iron, which then had to undergo a further process to make forgeable bar iron. Processes for the second stage include fining in a finery forge and, from the Industrial Revolution, puddling. However both processes are now obsolete, and wrought iron is now hardly made.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">* Smallpox vaccine:</span> ''The initial source of infection was a disease of horses, called ""the grease"", which was transferred to cattle by farm workers, transformed, and then manifested as cowpox.''<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">* Ultraviolet Light</span>: Is electromagnetic radiation with a wavelength shorter than that of visible light but longer than X-rays.</div></div></div>"
7897,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=150,2014-12-20T14:22:00,Ralnis,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Xion'syr 14</span><br/><br/>During this time, the Road Spawn had been only experimenting in their ways of combustion by trying to make new and improve engines so they could work and go faster then ever before. The idea was to try and withstand the Wastes and the ashelands itself so they may even go to the Old Theocratium lands. However, each engine was usually used in a prototype framework engine and was not efficient as it broke down or either exploded for the chemistry was off or the engine usually overheated. True Engine tried her best to try and steer the Madmen of the Road, as people called them, and tried to make a more unified movement with their engines and cars but they were as archaic and rowdy then any other caste, even though they were not a caste yet.<br/><br/>The first one to actually make a successful experimental vehicle which became the bases for most, if not all, of the early sketches for the Road Spawn's vehicles was the Passive Frame. The Passive Frame was the first use of a successful car or what the Road Spawn use as common vehicles that they use around their country and in the ashlands of Central Xel'nox and the lands of the Old Theocratium. When it came to the ideas presented with the Passive Frame, it worked better then any of the frames tested over the two years. It was similar to a Model T in the instance that it was much more cheaper and easier to manufacture then any frame for their vehicles. This was a major achievement and they started to use the Passive Frame for their use and the first early cars were made for use of transport and speed and were use to start traveling around the Underground Tunnels for they did not have a railroad but they became faster pace then using foot.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">[Infrastructure] Zon'friex: Once a collection of underground vaults that had held all of the collective knowledge that Xel'nox had either stolen or discovered on their own, but they had mostly stolen it, and had found themselves once they had came out of their vaults and had became a bustling city with a labyrinth made of roads and corridors that connect to districts that lend a hand to one another and find the city that they have become and build for the betterment of themselves. Zon'friex is called the Glowing City or the City of Ash as they had settled under the ash that had toppled them and the most powerful nations. It is also called the Glowing City because it has a large network of crystals that glow a rainbow of colors and also the large industrialization that had never been seen since the year of Veer'gornash, which was the last era before the Dark Times. The city's workings are of common place and it now houses 42,000 embers that still flicker among the darkness. The City is nearly hidden from the naked eye but the only thing that can be sought is the various holes that lift up smoke and vapor that are symbols of advancement and a new age for them.<br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The Ar'forgual Aerodrome: The first city that is made outside of the city of Zon'frex. It is a nexus for the Stao'nonxizil's own airships that are used to explore the Old Theocratium and to make homesteads as they rely on it to try and quickly explore the Old Theocratium and Xel'nox to see what survives and what hasn't. Right now, 8,000 have called this Aerodrome home and made it partially a city in both underground and topside. Ar'forgual is mostly topside and some underground as they have a place for the Skyborn, people who have made a living and have called their airships their houses instead of their underground counterparts, and also for the rest of their underground civilization as their an assortment of taverns, business, and shipyards for airships but they also have more crime that also make more Warshamans look for more security but are usually turn a blind eye because the Skyborn can handle the their own trouble but general security is still with the Warshamans but they are usually giving trust to the Skyborn to handle their business and the at some times, the general people.<br/><br/>[Infrastructure] Gyr'flow: Known as the deepest fissure in the lands that the Stao'nonxizil have occupied and the riches of its mineral wealth. This is also the town that has rested on the very walls and the homesteads that have settled on the valley itself to give itself food and wealth beyond what can a common lower caste can dream as they have made their way in help satisfied the hunger for production and industry for now and it seems that this also production industry as well as the town is among the third largest city in their lands that have the most importance when it comes to production and general raw materials of the economy and the Stao'nonxizil.<br/><br/>[Agent] Xi'shik: Inventor, Shaman, and current leader of the Sax'fro. The Sax'fro at one time were one of the most intensive spy agencies in the world before the Dark Times, they were formed for the use of exploration and gathering of knowledge when the Theocratium of Xel'nox made their one and only colony, Xergiok, on Tredera and the Sax'fro caste was prevalent in obtaining most of the technology and knowledge of Tredera that rivaled other powers of spies in the world. When the Dark Times came, they retreated with the rest and had gained power as the leaders of the remnants and became intertwined with the new beliefs and culture of the Stao'nonxizil. Xi'shik is skilled in deciphering the ancient text that the Sax'fro used that became the new language of their people and ushered in the inventions that they had discovered long ago at the end of Veer'gornash. The Sax'fro caste still hold an a power over their people as spies, assassins, and now leaders of their civilization, but they are still but a shadow of the legend they used to be, but the new age can bring better legends and a new power for them. <br/><br/>[Forces] Zel'nov Warshamans: A mixture of the two sects of the Warshaman caste that once fought for the Amarites in the past. In the past, the most elite of their cast became the Quo'nox, the ones trained in fighting by the Amarites and led their brothers and sisters to war in what was called Wild Thunder's March, which was led by the Quo'nox Warshaman Myxsti'thyx, which is known to the Old Languages as Wild Thunder and he was a master tactician and the one who wrote the Huen, or the Warshaman's own version of unconventional warfare that allowed them to be famous auxiliaries that won them several victories, both offensive and defensive. When all Warshamans were called underground, then they had joined each other as a hybrid lead as they were the first ones to try and scavenge, reclaim, and explore Xel'nox and they had became more in line to stealth and skirmishing then their old styles of combat. They also are trained in guns and weapons of different types, but they prefer weapons for accuracy and stealth that allows them to take out their forces with precision then brute force like of Old Times.<br/><br/>[Forces] Hemo'shiv/Skeleton Crews: Known as the Warriors of the Skyborn and known as the Warshamans of the skies. These forces have become the true arm of Xel'nox as they have became the stable of the use of a growing rise of a aerial navy and the commonplace of airshsips and airship homes. They have became a large force quickly which had became for both use in merchant use, exploration, and general bounty hunting and mercenary work. The Skeleton Crews fight fierce and underhand and do not care about honor unlike their troop counterparts, even though they fight with stealth and skirmishing but at least they fight with some honor in their way. Their airships come in all shapes in sizes and continually grows as their Aerodrome gets bigger and the knowledge is becoming more commonplace. The different types of airships that used things like gatling guns and cannons or even drop explosives have been of use when combating heavily defended pirate outpost out in the ruins of the Old Theocratium or other enemies they may come after them.<br/><br/>[Forces] Songrici: The special forces and spies of the Stao'nonxizil. They had became the more open hand when it came to their powers for their caste because they are the only ones that can cross and connect to the spiritual world and help people talking with ancestors for history and general guidance. When war does strike, they become the tools that warriors need in order to win battles. While the Warshamans handle defense and the airships offense, they handle the general variety for their cloak-and-dagger operations with more efficiency then any caste expect the ones who had trained them, the Sax'fro( though the Sax'fro need help to try and keep their secret history and traditions since they are more open now a days and are the leading caste to look up to). The Songrici weaponzied their ash-based magic and use it for the use of specializing stealth and the training of the old Sax'fro training that was once legendary on its own right. They are known to live longer because of the magic making them more wraithlike and have their own exotic weaponry made of copper and bone that allow to use more stronger versions of their offensive spells. They are known to be good at close combat and marksmenship that allows them to take on specialties such as sniping and skirmishing. They are not great with direct combat for they are weaker then a normal human in general aspects( comes with the wraithlike features that make them look more sickly and death like but they are more powerful then normal Ashborn) but they make it up with stealth as they use their magic to make cloak themselves in a limit invisibility but it is taxing to their bodies. Rare ones can harness the power of radiation and are not known in history except by a very select few. They are the most powerful ones as they can do massive damage in their own right and can live longer then normal humans by longevity. All of them ware no to light armor because of their physical stature, so it is not uncommon to see a Songrici mage with military weapons, but velvet clothing like he was a banker or a noble for they believe that ""the equipment does not make the person, but the skill is a different matter"". They number in very low numbers because the quality of training is tough and needed to be to be able to weaponize the ash-based magic efficiently and for them to be flexible in their fighting, whether offensive( most of the time) or defensive( usually handled by warshamans but are used as support).All-in-all, they are the general magic spec-ops that are more flexible then their general forces.<br/><br/>[Culture] The Storm Rides Again/The Statues of Az'martinx: The natives of Xel'nox resistant outside influence even when they were offered to learn. Their culture is known to be the most alien of them all and they love it and their beliefs are no different. Their storm gods of their Parthenon were at once 3200 alone and statues littered their entire civilization. Now their belief is more reformed and still eldritch as their gods and even revered ancestors are transformed into what one will call to be horrible and repulsive, but it is unique and show the part of their belief that like a storm, they will always rise and ride again.<br/><br/>[Knowledge] Steam Power: In Veer'gornash, steam power and the Industrial Revolution was starting for them but then the Dark Times came. Now it was a revival to what they never had completely grasp until the end of the world. The power of the Steam had allowed for them to fully see the sight of industrialization and the use of steam that allowed them to do lots of things, one of the many things was to use if for mining, building, and refining as well as learning about the use of the first taste of machinery that started to bring in factories to their sections of the city and the smoke and vapor started to rise out of the very ground itself.<br/><br/>[Knowledge] Chemistry: The thing that all natives of Xel'nox do know, from the fertilizer to gunpowder and explosives. They had decipher this the most out of all the text they were able to search for in the vaults they have been able to secure themselves in. It, with Biology, had became the foundations of bringing back horticulture and balance out the industrialization and the naturalism, though it only extends to growing mushrooms much better and larger though it has even better workings. They also allowed them to do things like rediscover gunpowder and the use of acids and explosives for both domestic and militaristic means. This also helps them in trying to survey the ground topsoil that they use the chemistry when it came to send out expeditions and trying to figure out if the ash is still in the land.<br/>Starting location (You can specify specific locations on the map or non specific ones, such as Tropical coastline, Desert, Rocky mountains): <br/>Underground in the Satizmi Waste, Northern Xel'nox, though the only thing you will see about the civilization is the smoke fumes that come out in a matter of holes.<br/><br/>[Magic] Wisdom of the Ash: The first instances in history for them is that magic has been developed by unknown means. The people that have been gifted with the magic have been able to harness the ash that is around Xel'nox and has called it the Wisdom of the Ash.<br/>( update) The magic called the Wisdom of the Ash has started to show connections with the land and the people developing the magic and had first known that they can draw the ash in spirit from the very land itself and have been showing to ignite the ash to be use in a fireball that explodes. This is the first time that offensive or combat-related use of the Wisdom of the Ash has been used and tested in their history.<br/><br/>[ Knowledge] Biology: Biology has been rediscovered as a means of increase agriculture and to help with the explorations topside.<br/><br/>[Knowledge] Engineering: Large scale construction has been reintroduced and been used to its fully effects so that they can have more room to grow underground and have better planning for their buildings and such.<br/><br/> [Knowledge] Calculus: The first use and understanding of advance mathematics ever since Veer'gornash when they were just learning the concept and trying to implement it before the apocalypse but now the rediscover of it has brought them back into the idea of advancing their math skills for other projects and theories that they have in mind for the future of their civilization.<br/><br/>[Knowledge] Astronomy: Found by an now extinct Warhsaman cult, the uses of Astronomy and the Chronoshamans have been pivotal for the history of the Old Theocratium and now is the only thing that can help them learn about the outside and try to discover the lost history of the Dark Times.<br/><br/>Beyond Lvl 1 Technologies<br/><br/>[Knowledge] Physics: The studies of Lro'max and the uncovering of yet another thing that was going to be of use throughout the Old Theorcratium. The study of Physics could have ushered in new ways for the Theocratium to use it's power to harness the true power of the Storm Gods and to be able to fight more efficiently, and possibly even fly! The fabled studies of Lro'max have became the Stano'zanilxi's top priority and it will take them more then a few years but they shall complete it with the upmost importance.<br/>The Warshamans had started to improve their weaponry that had started to make them use upgraded bullets and gunsmithing styles that had jumped them up a good start from their original settings. Airships have been developed and are being used in early stages of explorations have also given the insights that they may be able to reclaim the Old Theocratium. This also yield the foundations of beginning of other technologies that are locked away in the vaults but time is of the essence if they are to truly prosper in their new, harsher landscape.<br/><br/>[Knowledge] Geology: One of the most important text that have been discovered in order to find more resources that can help them learn and improve their knowledge to the fullest when trying to learn the very earth they walk and live on. This help with learning what to mine and what not to and what can be used for the use of building things like airships.<br/><br/>[Knowledge] Metallurgy: The Stao'nonxizil had founded to make more stronger steel by using more advance chemistry in order to make the use of better armor for their airships and started to make the first plated airships out of their civilization, or remnants that is. Once other thing that they also have made was the armor-piercing canons to be of use to take down their own armor and this made specialized canons to handle their own powerful shells to try and bring the airships down if needed.<br/><br/>[Knowledge] Industrial Automation: The use of the steam engine has risen the Engineer caste and they started to show the first uses that have been building and the worshiping of the machine and the cog as they started to worship outside the normal Parthenon. This also has made a major increase in war recruitment for the Warshamans and the use of the assembly line method and started the touch of mass production and standard use of military and civilian equipment and had allowed the city of Gyr'flow as a industrial giant in their country and potentially in the region.<br/><br/>[Knowledge] Medicine/Pertochemistry: The first use of the ideas of advancing their way of trying to make their country better is that they advanced their medicine and the use of petrochemistry. They had started to cure many of the diseases that had plagued their people since the days of the Old Theocratium and the first use of petrochemistry have allowed them to the "" Road Method"" of refining their old so they can make their first combustion engine but it also comes with the idea of more improved incendiary weaponry and even prototype flamethrowers for infantry use so they can use it against larger groups of enemies.<br/><br/>[Knowledge] Combustion: The study of Petrochemistry and also the review of sketches from the Dark Times that they had started to make visions of what their own engines and vehicles can be about. This was the first way to try and traverse the Wastes. It would take them time but they had made the first steps by making the first combustible engine in their people's history and now are looking for their own frameworks so they can put the engine that they made to the test. The first early cars have been made, but they had to only use it for the beginning uses of transportation and trading, the first use of war machines or any fighting vehicles are still years away.</div></div></div>"
7898,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=150,2014-12-20T18:01:00,Seno Zhou Varada,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Era of the Marks</span></span></span><br/><br/>More and more discoveries have seemed to be popping up. The Altarians had given tge knowledge of electricity for the secrets of metallurgy. While electricity was quite useless currently except for the telegraph many ideas had came for it such as an electric gun or electric power or heck electric grenades. However more usefully came railroads. Tracks were created for huge machines named trains that could carry large amounts of resources or troops around anywhere. Rumors also emerged of a train track in the Ameralite ruins probably from a foreign nation. Then medicine, previously diseases could run rampant but now they could be destroyed by various changes of plants to pills and the growth of a weird plant made the discovery of antibiotics which destroyed bacteria saving many lives. Also ships were sent to the desert land with guinea pigs to meet a nation called Leto in the deserts.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Infrastructure: Siochanna: An ancient city once owned by the Zyrasians and now back in their hands. While not totally destroyed it will take some time to fix.<br/>Infrastructure: Asiris River Region: The Asiris river once housed many factories, powered them, and supported people. Now it doesn't but it can in the future.<br/>Culture: Viva la Revolution: The Zyrasians are an independent, free, people who don't tolerate conquerers, slavers, racists, and bigots. These defiant people don't take crap from nobody anytime at all.<br/>Infrastructure: New Zyras: The great reclaimed city of New Zyras. Home to thousands of years of history and many revolutions. While damaged it's being repaired and finally the Zyrasians will take to the land.<br/>Infrastructure: Spirit: The floating city that kept these people alive. Armed by cannons and fireworks using heavy bombardment on enemies to keep them away and using steam power it slowly moves along. Advanced fishing machines and whaling guns also are on the city for food and fuel harvesting. It houses 20,000 people and has small farms to keep vitamin C and others up and some livestock but not much.<br/>Agent: Yu: The daughter of Keya she is a bit different. She is a royal scout (spy assassin) and has the power to turn invisible but is also a great diplomat due to her attractive appearence and her cheerfulness. She absolutely loves exploring ruins and different from her mother she has rifle with an edited telescope on it to make it easier for her to scout and eliminate targets.<br/>Forces: The Reclaimers of New Zyras: 2 sects, The Vanguard, and The Navy. While the Zyrasians absolutely hate fighting they will do it if necessary. The 1st go out into the deadlands, ruined farms, and ruined factories to clear them out but usually patrol Spirit. The last explores the seas and makes sure no people come near Spirit. Now there is a small airforce of airships and mages but that's for dangerous areas.<br/>Magic: Glyph magic: This magic while mysterious holds great power in major moments but can be controlled in minir ways like lighting a flame in your hand or other small ways. All Zyrasians have at least a little bit of it because of operation ""Zyrasian""...<br/>Knowledge:Physics: You see that apple? Gravity! Now I can also explain why the apple does what it does when I throw things. Also school children's heads now figuratively explode!<br/>Knowledge: Industrial automation: Production moves faster now with men working only on one part then the other men taking it and doing another part.<br/>Knowledge: Clockworks: It is a joy to say these new gattling guns have destroyed the barbarians with bullets. Now the school children wish it could destroy their new homework.<br/>Knowledge: Geology: As miners begin to identify many more stones new ones are discovered previously thought the same as others and with this they are used to create more products.<br/>Knowledge: Metallurgy: After a small incident a common worker discovers how to make better, stronger, steel easier and more of it.<br/>Magic: Blood Magic: As it says, this is a dangerous magic but has lots of power in it.<br/>Knowledge: Medicine: Man antibiotics have absolutely destroyed bacterial diseases. Now if they could destroy viral ones too.<br/>Knowledge: Railroads: I like trains *trains runs over person* oh crap memes have also been invented! Run for your lives!<br/>Knowledge: Electricity: Zap! Honestly useless but come on it looks cool!</div></div></div>"
7899,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=150,2014-12-20T18:11:00,Levis Avara,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pac Kindom <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=22858305#p22858305"">wrote</a>:</cite>Bython<br/>10-12 BAFR<br/><blockquote><div><cite>Levis Avara <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=22850704#p22850704"">wrote</a>:</cite>Zea Thalia was stood on the railing her long black hair blowing in the wind . She was surprised to meet such a advanced Native civ,and wondered if Bython was once a colony of New Zyras,Amerailtie or Arcea she says in a booming and strong voice ""Greetings Bythonians! we come in peace from the Altarian Republic a distant nation located in the continent of Tredera our expedition was tasked to find any nations that rose from the ashes of the Dark Ages and to establish diplomatic and economic relations with them"".</div></blockquote><br/><br/>the Captain stared at the strange northen buteay on the strange metel ship, Strange and cold the ship must be made as it why do not use warm wood he through and thro his translator he spoke We the Bython Union formed form varous groups survivors who escaped the destruction of there homes during the Age of Darkness and we welcome you to our new home, if you wish i can come abourd an show to our home port . <br/>Bython<br/>12-14 BAFR<br/><br/> in 12 BAFR a group of philosophers and scientists from all over Bython gather in Caernarfon to study and medate on a mystical force binding all life together.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""State of The Union""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><br/>The Union is an oligarchy ruled by the Cast Council. Although there is a capital city ,Conwy the Cast Council can meet in any City. The Cast Council is made up of eight individuals, two from the 4 main Cast ,Warrior, Builder, Grower and Teacher .<br/>The Builder cast controls all types of construction mine and manfraction and are based in Caer.<br/>The Grower cast controls all types of food production and are based in Conwy.<br/>The Warror Cast is responsible for the safety of the and the security of the Union and are based in Conwy.<br/>The Teacher case is responsible for the teaching of the Union young and and all reschard and develomet. They are based in Caernarfon.<br/>The Religious at this time number about 20 individuals . They are based in Caernarfon.</span></div></div></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Item gains""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">[b]Rheilffordd  The growing need for even more industry was sovled with the createsion of the Assembly line.</div></div></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Bython Union""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Agent</span> (1)<br/>Maelor Pritchett</span> A great inventor and current leader of Bython Union who designed and built of the the current fishing fleet.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Forces</span> (1)<br/>The Bython Guard</span> is a force maintained by the Bython Union and is responsible for the safety of the and the security of the Union. <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Infrastructure</span> (4)<br/>Conwy,</span> This town is home to most of the people of the Union and set stride a river which flows thro the town in to the port and out to sea. Town surround the port an is made up of simple and practical stone constructions.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Caernarfon</span> A town in a valley to the east of Conwy. Town surround an central square and is made up of simple and practical red brick constructions.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Caer</span> was a once a very large prison and mine complex. Now it more resembles an old Norman castle with large gray stone walls built out from the mountains them self’s in side the walls there are 10’s of large red brick constructions and 3 small gardens and the entrance to the mines<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Rheilffordd</span> . These railroads connect the cities and towns of the Union. They are owned by the Builder's Cast. <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Culture</span> (1)<br/>Bython Code </span> The Bythons are fare, free, people who live by the code honour thy Father, Protect the weak, be loyal to friends and family<br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Knowledge: </span><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">-LEVEL 1-</span></span> (7)<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Biology:</span> Using knowledge found at the port they learned all about the sea life they could eat and how the best way to catch it.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Engineering</span> The Bython learned much of ship building from studying found plans. They are well know shipwrights.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Construction</span> The Bythons love to build things a number of farms and canals have been built and they are in the process of build in walls for the town of Conwy.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Astronomy</span> Star charts are created, used, amended.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Calculus</span> Useful math discovered while creating star/Sea Charts<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""> Steam Power</span> - Recently re-discovered will in time revolutionize Bython society and will be the first step in a cast based society.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""> Chemistry</span> The few books found talked about behavior of matter and particles, namely, Molecules and elements. But the most importaat things were fertilizer to gunpowder and explosives<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">-LEVEL 2-</span></span> (5)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""> Physics</span> The people of had started to improve their weaponry that had started to make them use upgraded bullets and ship designs.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Clockworks</span> Allows Repeater rifles, Gattling guns and cannons<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Metallurgy</span> The Bython Union to create more better steel. They did this by using more advance chemistry in order to improve there cannons Advances in metallurgy allowed for the construction of breech-loading rifled guns that could fire at a much greater range and muzzle velocity. It also allowed for armor-piercing shells<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Railroad </span> The Bython Union is for ever growing and need to move our goods around the union quicker so it was decided to put them on .<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Industrial Automation </span> The growing need for even more industry was solved with the creation of the Assembly line.</div></div></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""cards""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Sabotage<br/>Assassination<br/>Resource Exploitation</div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/><br/>Zea smiled warmly ""Of course come on by"" The ship soon boarded the strange foreigner and took him to the railing.It was 1997 and Yuletide was near so some men brought eggnog with rum in it but she waved it away.""Our nation rose from the ashes of the Arcean Empire once a global superpower that contested the Amenrali Dominion for world domination"".""This foolish feud is what led to the Dark Ages a Amenralite scientist for a reason beyond me would have the Amenralites bomb Toba volcano to destroy the Arcean homeland so that they could no longer have the strength to wage war anymore,he terribly miscalculated the extent of the explosion and walla the world we have now"".""Will enough about the past time to talk business,our traders can offer zinc,steel,Talc,and lead any unique resources you could offer?"
7900,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=150,2014-12-20T18:32:00,New Fraulasia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Goffsill Territory, 2001 A.O.P.</span><br/>With ""internal accounts settled"" the newly christened Goffsill turn their gaze out and about. A strange empire, called Leto arrived on the Gygax-Goffsill Gap, claiming that a cooperative movement with the Iron Despotism would begin building a ""Transcontinental Railroad"", linking all across the Oesterland and into the Surterland. The Empire's own experience with electricity was lacking due to their investment in aforementioned railroad, so Goffsill engineers may find themselves contracted out to build a<span style=""font-style: italic"">very</span>long telegraph line, running parallel to the railroad. It seemed, that despite any swampland hermit's efforts, the world was beginning to close up, everyone growing closer together, in what is hailed as a global community.<br/><br/>Item Gains:<br/>Infrastructure: Internal Goffline Telegraph- A telegraph line network runs the length of the Goffline and throughout Goffsill territory, significantly cutting down on communication time. New, extensive, and foreign telegraph projects are beginning to be undergone."
7901,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=150,2014-12-20T21:00:00,Levis Avara,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Nova Sea</span><br/><br/>While hundreds of thousands where celebrating the new year across the Republic partying has if the world where about to end again,there was something more serious happening in the inland Nova Sea .The vicious pirate Bonny Nicks was at it again ravaging and destroying merchant ships passing by he would wait near one of his controlled isolated villages and towns southeast of Almain and plunder them for their gold and other precious cargo .Soon he amassed enough wealth to build his own fleet living of the prosperity of good hard working men will no more the Altarian Government demanded that this man be brought to justice and surrender he refused,Congress soon increased funding to the Navy building the Phoenix Fleet and with industrial automation and tons of industrial power well it was quite huge.Just a small part of the Phoenix Fleet was sent out to destroy Bonnys fleet and that it did they then went on to destroy Bonnys ""Free Pirates Republic"" and brought order to the land.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Thalia Sea,Southern Archipelagos</span><br/>The Navy was huge so it soon was able to traverse the World claiming archipelagos here and there in the Thalia and southern seas some would be useful perfect to build sugar plantations and other agricultural infrastructure utilizing the rich volcanic soil and missionaries would also start converting the natives to Vorinism.It would be a while before these claimed lands would be useful but still worth it. Some of the islands where tiny and insignificant where the explorers just laid the flag and claimed it for the Republic.Expansionist in the Senate where preparing to annex the western coast of Geneva thus connecting the East side,so it would take a while but preparations where being made.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Knowledge</span><br/>&lt;All lvl one tech&gt;<br/>- Industrial automation <br/>- Clockworks<br/>- Metallurgy <br/>- Geology <br/>- Physics<br/>- Railroads<br/>-Electricity <br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Infrastructure</span><br/>Iberia Region <br/>Aurora City<br/>Industrial Sector<br/>Special Infrastructure:Verdia Island<br/>Orion City<br/>Leon Agricultural sector<br/>Arcea City<br/>Arvenia City<br/>New Altaria<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Culture</span><br/>Altarian Forum<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Forces</span><br/>Navy:<br/>Phoenix Fleet<br/>Dragon Fleet<br/>Army:<br/>1st Infantry Division</div></div></div>"
7902,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=150,2014-12-21T13:42:00,Pac Kindom,"Bython<br/>10-12 BAFR<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Levis Avara <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=22861571#p22861571"">wrote</a>:</cite>Zea smiled warmly ""Of course come on by"" The ship soon boarded the strange foreigner and took him to the railing.It was 1997 and Yuletide was near so some men brought eggnog with rum in it but she waved it away.""Our nation rose from the ashes of the Arcean Empire once a global superpower that contested the Amenrali Dominion for world domination"".""This foolish feud is what led to the Dark Ages a Amenralite scientist for a reason beyond me would have the Amenralites bomb Toba volcano to destroy the Arcean homeland so that they could no longer have the strength to wage war anymore,he terribly miscalculated the extent of the explosion and walla the world we have now"".""Will enough about the past time to talk business,our traders can offer zinc,steel,Talc,and lead any unique resources you could offer?</div></blockquote><br/><br/>As the Captain boarded the strange metal ship he spoke My name is Huw Owen and i hope you guy's learned lesson. he stop shakes his head sorry about that was rude, our traders can offer coal, Copper a milky white stone (diamonds) we do not know what they are but may be useful to you, we all so have wool and assortment of grains. would you like to visit us and speak to our leaders. here a map of our cost line.<br/><br/><br/>Continent west of Xel'nox.<br/>14-16 BAFR<br/><br/>After years of hard work the settlement was completed and after a simple naming ceremony Ryddid is founded. Town is built around an central square and is made up of simple and practical wood constructions. to the west of the town are fields of rice. Expeditions are been sent deeper in to the wilds to find more food supplies.<br/><br/>Maelor Pritchet order a team dispatched to see our friends the Stao'nonxizil see if they like to be connected to the bython Rheilffordd (Railroad) and Telegraph lines to aid trade.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Item gains""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ryddid</span>Continent west of Xel'nox. Town is built around an central square and is made up of simple and practical wood constructions.</div></div></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Bython Union""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Agent</span> (1)<br/>Maelor Pritchett</span> A great inventor and current leader of Bython Union who designed and built of the the current fishing fleet.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Forces</span> (1)<br/>The Bython Guard</span> is a force maintained by the Bython Union and is responsible for the safety of the and the security of the Union. <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Infrastructure</span> (4)<br/>Conwy,</span> This town is home to most of the people of the Union and set stride a river which flows thro the town in to the port and out to sea. Town surround the port an is made up of simple and practical stone constructions.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Caernarfon</span> A town in a valley to the east of Conwy. Town surround an central square and is made up of simple and practical red brick constructions.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Caer</span> was a once a very large prison and mine complex. Now it more resembles an old Norman castle with large gray stone walls built out from the mountains them self’s in side the walls there are 10’s of large red brick constructions and 3 small gardens and the entrance to the mines<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ryddid</span> Continent west of Xel'nox. Town is built around an central square and is made up of simple and practical wood constructions.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Rheilffordd</span> These railroads connect the cities and towns of the Union. They are owned by the Builder's Cast. <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Culture</span> (1)<br/>Bython Code </span> The Bythons are fare, free, people who live by the code honor thy Father, Protect the weak, be loyal to friends and family<br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Knowledge: </span><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">-LEVEL 1-</span></span> (7)<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Biology:</span> Using knowledge found at the port they learned all about the sea life they could eat and how the best way to catch it.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Engineering</span> The Bython learned much of ship building from studying found plans. They are well know shipwrights.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Construction</span> The Bythons love to build things a number of farms and canals have been built and they are in the process of build in walls for the town of Conwy.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Astronomy</span> Star charts are created, used, amended.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Calculus</span> Useful math discovered while creating star/Sea Charts<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""> Steam Power</span> - Recently re-discovered will in time revolutionize Bython society and will be the first step in a cast based society.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""> Chemistry</span> The few books found talked about behavior of matter and particles, namely, Molecules and elements. But the most importaat things were fertilizer to gunpowder and explosives<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">-LEVEL 2-</span></span> (6)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""> Physics</span> The people of had started to improve their weaponry that had started to make them use upgraded bullets and ship designs.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Clockworks</span> Allows Repeater rifles, Gattling guns and cannons<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Metallurgy</span> The Bython Union to create more better steel. They did this by using more advance chemistry in order to improve there cannons Advances in metallurgy allowed for the construction of breech-loading rifled guns that could fire at a much greater range and muzzle velocity. It also allowed for armor-piercing shells<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Railroad </span> The Bython Union is for ever growing and need to move our goods around the union quicker so it was decided to put them on .<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Industrial Automation </span> The growing need for even more industry was solved with the creation of the Assembly line.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Electricity</span> Electrical pulses are studied and put to use.</div></div></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""State of The Union""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">[b]<br/>The Union is an oligarchy ruled by the Cast Council. Although there is a capital city ,Conwy the Cast Council can meet in any City. The Cast Council is made up of eight individuals, two from the 4 main Cast ,Warrior, Builder, Grower and Teacher .<br/>The Builder cast controls all types of construction mine and manfraction and are based in Caer.<br/>The Grower cast controls all types of food production and are based in Conwy.<br/>The Warrior Cast is responsible for the safety of the and the security of the Union and are based in Conwy.<br/>The Teacher Cast is responsible for the teaching of the Union young and and all reschard and development. They are based in Caernarfon.<br/>The Religious Cast at this time number about 20 individuals . They are based in Caernarfon.</div></div></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""cards""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Sabotage<br/>Research Project<br/>Resource Exploitation</div></div></div>"
7903,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=175,2014-12-21T13:47:00,Ralnis,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Xion'syr 16</span><br/><br/>The use of cars have became something of a commonplace as the Road Spawn's numbers grew as their importance with their engines and their use of combustion. The Road Spawn have became a black sheep group among the Stao'nonxizil and they loved it for they went against the norm of the theocratic gods but still remained ever spiritual and looking to seek their path on the Road. This came with the idea that they were the ones that made the most advance mobile force in the world currently and did not care. Over the years, True Engine inspire the Spawn to become an important caste and to show them they must do so for they have contribute in not just technological progress, but to give them what they always have been striving for so long and have a chance to reclaim the Old Theocratium and rise back to a new power in the world.<br/><br/>While they got the support of multiple castes, they have not given their all when they said that they will make a war machine that can be manufacture en masse. True Engine knew they were right, but they did not wanted to make the machines of war but the Spawn knew that they had a powerful barging chip and they need it if the war sparks soon sense they are part of it but the Skeleton Crews and the Songrici have been recovering but are still not working so far so they had to go with the idea of making what they love into fighting machines for whatever purpose in mind.<br/><br/>When it comes to their tanks, they had to make a more powerful engine that can handle the armor and heavyweight classes, so the use of different engines where coming to mind. This had been made with the advent of racing and speed that started to enchant the minds of the Road Spawn as they started to modify their vehicles to become more faster and to try and make their engines with more power so they can cross the Wastes and the underground tunnels in record times that were placed for them and they wanted to strive for even more speed and they were happy to some of their strongest engines for the task of making the first fighting machines of the Stao'nonxizil. They had made the first use of fighting specialist engines. The first two that were made were called the Storm Clan model, which was used in the fastest and lightest of the tanks or just the general assault or recon vehicle as the ones the Spawn favors and used the most. The Heavier and much more stronger of the two was the Grave Raider model, which is used for the most heavier and common tanks as they are being made to have much more armor and use for they had developed things to defeat their own tanks or in this case other landships. They had made more powerful guns and had said that the cannon was now outdated in their eyes but the Aug'tav was not and had made more new and improve styles and types so they could go with the idea of more new and improve fighting vehicles that use a traction set and they can finally say that they are part of the whole Theocratium caste but are still known as the black sheep for what they truly stand for.<br/><br/>With that finally said, they are the only ones that can be seen in the entire surface more then any settlement or caste because they finally believe that they are the "" steel cavalry"" that the remnants of the Old Theocratium need in order to reclaim their home and they have been known to use things like the first motorcycles to be roaring through the ash and the check points for things like fueling, exploring, and bars have popped up on the surface with an entrance to underground tunnels or on the surface where both the Road Spawn reside and travel equally through. All in all, a new day is rising for the Stao and it seems that octane will make is mark on their history.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">[Infrastructure] Zon'friex: Once a collection of underground vaults that had held all of the collective knowledge that Xel'nox had either stolen or discovered on their own, but they had mostly stolen it, and had found themselves once they had came out of their vaults and had became a bustling city with a labyrinth made of roads and corridors that connect to districts that lend a hand to one another and find the city that they have become and build for the betterment of themselves. Zon'friex is called the Glowing City or the City of Ash as they had settled under the ash that had toppled them and the most powerful nations. It is also called the Glowing City because it has a large network of crystals that glow a rainbow of colors and also the large industrialization that had never been seen since the year of Veer'gornash, which was the last era before the Dark Times. The city's workings are of common place and it now houses 42,000 embers that still flicker among the darkness. The City is nearly hidden from the naked eye but the only thing that can be sought is the various holes that lift up smoke and vapor that are symbols of advancement and a new age for them.<br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The Ar'forgual Aerodrome: The first city that is made outside of the city of Zon'frex. It is a nexus for the Stao'nonxizil's own airships that are used to explore the Old Theocratium and to make homesteads as they rely on it to try and quickly explore the Old Theocratium and Xel'nox to see what survives and what hasn't. Right now, 8,000 have called this Aerodrome home and made it partially a city in both underground and topside. Ar'forgual is mostly topside and some underground as they have a place for the Skyborn, people who have made a living and have called their airships their houses instead of their underground counterparts, and also for the rest of their underground civilization as their an assortment of taverns, business, and shipyards for airships but they also have more crime that also make more Warshamans look for more security but are usually turn a blind eye because the Skyborn can handle the their own trouble but general security is still with the Warshamans but they are usually giving trust to the Skyborn to handle their business and the at some times, the general people.<br/><br/>[Infrastructure] Gyr'flow: Known as the deepest fissure in the lands that the Stao'nonxizil have occupied and the riches of its mineral wealth. This is also the town that has rested on the very walls and the homesteads that have settled on the valley itself to give itself food and wealth beyond what can a common lower caste can dream as they have made their way in help satisfied the hunger for production and industry for now and it seems that this also production industry as well as the town is among the third largest city in their lands that have the most importance when it comes to production and general raw materials of the economy and the Stao'nonxizil.<br/><br/>[Agent] Xi'shik: Inventor, Shaman, and current leader of the Sax'fro. The Sax'fro at one time were one of the most intensive spy agencies in the world before the Dark Times, they were formed for the use of exploration and gathering of knowledge when the Theocratium of Xel'nox made their one and only colony, Xergiok, on Tredera and the Sax'fro caste was prevalent in obtaining most of the technology and knowledge of Tredera that rivaled other powers of spies in the world. When the Dark Times came, they retreated with the rest and had gained power as the leaders of the remnants and became intertwined with the new beliefs and culture of the Stao'nonxizil. Xi'shik is skilled in deciphering the ancient text that the Sax'fro used that became the new language of their people and ushered in the inventions that they had discovered long ago at the end of Veer'gornash. The Sax'fro caste still hold an a power over their people as spies, assassins, and now leaders of their civilization, but they are still but a shadow of the legend they used to be, but the new age can bring better legends and a new power for them. <br/><br/>[Forces] Zel'nov Warshamans: A mixture of the two sects of the Warshaman caste that once fought for the Amarites in the past. In the past, the most elite of their cast became the Quo'nox, the ones trained in fighting by the Amarites and led their brothers and sisters to war in what was called Wild Thunder's March, which was led by the Quo'nox Warshaman Myxsti'thyx, which is known to the Old Languages as Wild Thunder and he was a master tactician and the one who wrote the Huen, or the Warshaman's own version of unconventional warfare that allowed them to be famous auxiliaries that won them several victories, both offensive and defensive. When all Warshamans were called underground, then they had joined each other as a hybrid lead as they were the first ones to try and scavenge, reclaim, and explore Xel'nox and they had became more in line to stealth and skirmishing then their old styles of combat. They also are trained in guns and weapons of different types, but they prefer weapons for accuracy and stealth that allows them to take out their forces with precision then brute force like of Old Times.<br/><br/>[Forces] Hemo'shiv/Skeleton Crews: Known as the Warriors of the Skyborn and known as the Warshamans of the skies. These forces have become the true arm of Xel'nox as they have became the stable of the use of a growing rise of a aerial navy and the commonplace of airshsips and airship homes. They have became a large force quickly which had became for both use in merchant use, exploration, and general bounty hunting and mercenary work. The Skeleton Crews fight fierce and underhand and do not care about honor unlike their troop counterparts, even though they fight with stealth and skirmishing but at least they fight with some honor in their way. Their airships come in all shapes in sizes and continually grows as their Aerodrome gets bigger and the knowledge is becoming more commonplace. The different types of airships that used things like gatling guns and cannons or even drop explosives have been of use when combating heavily defended pirate outpost out in the ruins of the Old Theocratium or other enemies they may come after them.<br/><br/>[Forces] Songrici: The special forces and spies of the Stao'nonxizil. They had became the more open hand when it came to their powers for their caste because they are the only ones that can cross and connect to the spiritual world and help people talking with ancestors for history and general guidance. When war does strike, they become the tools that warriors need in order to win battles. While the Warshamans handle defense and the airships offense, they handle the general variety for their cloak-and-dagger operations with more efficiency then any caste expect the ones who had trained them, the Sax'fro( though the Sax'fro need help to try and keep their secret history and traditions since they are more open now a days and are the leading caste to look up to). The Songrici weaponzied their ash-based magic and use it for the use of specializing stealth and the training of the old Sax'fro training that was once legendary on its own right. They are known to live longer because of the magic making them more wraithlike and have their own exotic weaponry made of copper and bone that allow to use more stronger versions of their offensive spells. They are known to be good at close combat and marksmenship that allows them to take on specialties such as sniping and skirmishing. They are not great with direct combat for they are weaker then a normal human in general aspects( comes with the wraithlike features that make them look more sickly and death like but they are more powerful then normal Ashborn) but they make it up with stealth as they use their magic to make cloak themselves in a limit invisibility but it is taxing to their bodies. Rare ones can harness the power of radiation and are not known in history except by a very select few. They are the most powerful ones as they can do massive damage in their own right and can live longer then normal humans by longevity. All of them ware no to light armor because of their physical stature, so it is not uncommon to see a Songrici mage with military weapons, but velvet clothing like he was a banker or a noble for they believe that ""the equipment does not make the person, but the skill is a different matter"". They number in very low numbers because the quality of training is tough and needed to be to be able to weaponize the ash-based magic efficiently and for them to be flexible in their fighting, whether offensive( most of the time) or defensive( usually handled by warshamans but are used as support).All-in-all, they are the general magic spec-ops that are more flexible then their general forces.<br/><br/>[Culture] The Storm Rides Again/The Statues of Az'martinx: The natives of Xel'nox resistant outside influence even when they were offered to learn. Their culture is known to be the most alien of them all and they love it and their beliefs are no different. Their storm gods of their Parthenon were at once 3200 alone and statues littered their entire civilization. Now their belief is more reformed and still eldritch as their gods and even revered ancestors are transformed into what one will call to be horrible and repulsive, but it is unique and show the part of their belief that like a storm, they will always rise and ride again.<br/><br/>[Knowledge] Steam Power: In Veer'gornash, steam power and the Industrial Revolution was starting for them but then the Dark Times came. Now it was a revival to what they never had completely grasp until the end of the world. The power of the Steam had allowed for them to fully see the sight of industrialization and the use of steam that allowed them to do lots of things, one of the many things was to use if for mining, building, and refining as well as learning about the use of the first taste of machinery that started to bring in factories to their sections of the city and the smoke and vapor started to rise out of the very ground itself.<br/><br/>[Knowledge] Chemistry: The thing that all natives of Xel'nox do know, from the fertilizer to gunpowder and explosives. They had decipher this the most out of all the text they were able to search for in the vaults they have been able to secure themselves in. It, with Biology, had became the foundations of bringing back horticulture and balance out the industrialization and the naturalism, though it only extends to growing mushrooms much better and larger though it has even better workings. They also allowed them to do things like rediscover gunpowder and the use of acids and explosives for both domestic and militaristic means. This also helps them in trying to survey the ground topsoil that they use the chemistry when it came to send out expeditions and trying to figure out if the ash is still in the land.<br/>Starting location (You can specify specific locations on the map or non specific ones, such as Tropical coastline, Desert, Rocky mountains): <br/>Underground in the Satizmi Waste, Northern Xel'nox, though the only thing you will see about the civilization is the smoke fumes that come out in a matter of holes.<br/><br/>[Magic] Wisdom of the Ash: The first instances in history for them is that magic has been developed by unknown means. The people that have been gifted with the magic have been able to harness the ash that is around Xel'nox and has called it the Wisdom of the Ash.<br/>( update) The magic called the Wisdom of the Ash has started to show connections with the land and the people developing the magic and had first known that they can draw the ash in spirit from the very land itself and have been showing to ignite the ash to be use in a fireball that explodes. This is the first time that offensive or combat-related use of the Wisdom of the Ash has been used and tested in their history.<br/><br/>[ Knowledge] Biology: Biology has been rediscovered as a means of increase agriculture and to help with the explorations topside.<br/><br/>[Knowledge] Engineering: Large scale construction has been reintroduced and been used to its fully effects so that they can have more room to grow underground and have better planning for their buildings and such.<br/><br/> [Knowledge] Calculus: The first use and understanding of advance mathematics ever since Veer'gornash when they were just learning the concept and trying to implement it before the apocalypse but now the rediscover of it has brought them back into the idea of advancing their math skills for other projects and theories that they have in mind for the future of their civilization.<br/><br/>[Knowledge] Astronomy: Found by an now extinct Warhsaman cult, the uses of Astronomy and the Chronoshamans have been pivotal for the history of the Old Theocratium and now is the only thing that can help them learn about the outside and try to discover the lost history of the Dark Times.<br/><br/>Beyond Lvl 1 Technologies<br/><br/>[Knowledge] Physics: The studies of Lro'max and the uncovering of yet another thing that was going to be of use throughout the Old Theorcratium. The study of Physics could have ushered in new ways for the Theocratium to use it's power to harness the true power of the Storm Gods and to be able to fight more efficiently, and possibly even fly! The fabled studies of Lro'max have became the Stano'zanilxi's top priority and it will take them more then a few years but they shall complete it with the upmost importance.<br/>The Warshamans had started to improve their weaponry that had started to make them use upgraded bullets and gunsmithing styles that had jumped them up a good start from their original settings. Airships have been developed and are being used in early stages of explorations have also given the insights that they may be able to reclaim the Old Theocratium. This also yield the foundations of beginning of other technologies that are locked away in the vaults but time is of the essence if they are to truly prosper in their new, harsher landscape.<br/><br/>[Knowledge] Geology: One of the most important text that have been discovered in order to find more resources that can help them learn and improve their knowledge to the fullest when trying to learn the very earth they walk and live on. This help with learning what to mine and what not to and what can be used for the use of building things like airships.<br/><br/>[Knowledge] Metallurgy: The Stao'nonxizil had founded to make more stronger steel by using more advance chemistry in order to make the use of better armor for their airships and started to make the first plated airships out of their civilization, or remnants that is. Once other thing that they also have made was the armor-piercing canons to be of use to take down their own armor and this made specialized canons to handle their own powerful shells to try and bring the airships down if needed.<br/><br/>[Knowledge] Industrial Automation: The use of the steam engine has risen the Engineer caste and they started to show the first uses that have been building and the worshiping of the machine and the cog as they started to worship outside the normal Parthenon. This also has made a major increase in war recruitment for the Warshamans and the use of the assembly line method and started the touch of mass production and standard use of military and civilian equipment and had allowed the city of Gyr'flow as a industrial giant in their country and potentially in the region.<br/><br/>[Knowledge] Medicine/Pertochemistry: The first use of the ideas of advancing their way of trying to make their country better is that they advanced their medicine and the use of petrochemistry. They had started to cure many of the diseases that had plagued their people since the days of the Old Theocratium and the first use of petrochemistry have allowed them to the "" Road Method"" of refining their old so they can make their first combustion engine but it also comes with the idea of more improved incendiary weaponry and even prototype flamethrowers for infantry use so they can use it against larger groups of enemies.<br/><br/>[Knowledge] Combustion: The study of Petrochemistry and also the review of sketches from the Dark Times that they had started to make visions of what their own engines and vehicles can be about. This was the first way to try and traverse the Wastes. It would take them time but they had made the first steps by making the first combustible engine in their people's history and now are looking for their own frameworks so they can put the engine that they made to the test. The first early cars have been made, but they had to only use it for the beginning uses of transportation and trading, the first use of war machines or any fighting vehicles are still years away. Fighting machines have been developed and primitive cars have been approved. First use of motorcycles have been developed as well as the first part surface, part underground bars and checkpoints to fuel the vehicles with gas. Combustion engines use more faster worth with racing sports engines being commonplace for the Spawn and more military vehicles are commonplace with heavier and more powerful engines so the frames can be much more heavier and mobile then their landships that made both cannons and landships obsolete.</div></div></div>"
7904,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=175,2014-12-21T15:07:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>2072 AD <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=22640400#p22640400"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center"">THE LOST CIVILIZATIONS<br/><br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322143"" rel=""nofollow"">OOC</a><br/><br/>Current map: <a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i.imgur.com/S3FTkGL.png"" rel=""nofollow"">http://i.imgur.com/S3FTkGL.png</a><br/><br/>Past Eras: Age of Awakening (10 days, 50 years in total)<br/><br/>Current Age(Era): Age of Reason<br/><br/>2 IC years / RL day.<br/><br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com/736x/bc/0c/d1/bc0cd1c76a531c9b6a4198c579a29214.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/><br/>Base Tech Level = 2<br/><br/>(Which means that level 1 techs take 0.5 days to get, level 2 techs take 1 day to get and <span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">level 3 techs take 3 days</span></span> to get!)</div><br/><br/>Technology Tree:<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Level 1:<br/>-Steam Power (Steam ships and factories)<br/>-Chemistry (Fertilizers and cheaper gunpowder)<br/>-Biology (know how life works)<br/>-Calculus (Numbers!)<br/>-Astronomy (Meh...)<br/>-Engineering = Construction (Bigger buildings)<br/><br/><br/>Level 2: (1800-1880)<br/>- Geology (From Chemistry?) (more resources) <br/>- Physics (Calculus, Chemistry, Engineering and astronomy?) (Airships and more accurate guns)<br/>- Medicine &amp; Petrochemistry (Biology or Chemistry?) (Cure disease) (Refine Oil)<br/>- Railroads (Steam Power, Engineering) (TRAINS!)<br/>- Electricity (with little practical use) (From Physics and Chemistry?) (telegraph)<br/>- Metallurgy (Engineering and Chemistry) (More, better steel)<br/>- Clockworks (Engineering) (Repeater rifles, Gattling guns)<br/>- Industrial automation (Steam power and Engineering) (Assembly lines, More production)<br/>- Photography (From Chemistry) (Pictures)<br/><br/>Level 3: (1880-1930)<br/>- Combustion (From Physics, Petrochemisrtry and metallurgy) (Cars, Tanks)<br/>- Organic Chemistry (From Biology, Medicine and Chemistry) (better medicine, more vaccines, Chemical weapons)<br/>- Telecommunication (Electricity) (Radios, Telephones)<br/>- Electric power (Electricity, Steam power) (Electric trains, Tools)<br/>- Electric lights (Electricity) (Neon signs)<br/>- Flight (Combustion) (Airplanes!)<br/>- Motion Picture (Photography, Clockworks) (Movies)<br/>- Radiology (Geology, Electricity) (X-Ray Machines)<br/>- Theoratical Physics (Physics, Clockworks) (Absolutely nothing)</div></div></div><br/><br/>Level 4: (1930-1944)<br/><br/>Level 5: (1944-1957)<br/><br/>Level 6: (1957-1969)<br/><br/>Level 7: (1969-2014)<br/><br/>Level 8: (2014-2037)<br/><br/>Level 9: (2037-2060)<br/><br/>Level 10: (2060-2120)<br/><br/>Card pool: (Note, Choose 3 at the start of era and tell at least one other civ what cards you picked. Then Play them whenever you feel like it) (you can pick the same card 2 or 3 times if you want to)<br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Le Cards</span><br/>-Overthrow of Tyrants- Discard one agent to Spawn 1 temporary force item (lasts for 10 RL days) and 1 culture Item for your own civ.<br/>-Cultural Revolution- Spawn 1 Culture Item for your civ and spawn the same culture Item for 2 other civs. They may refuse to accept it though.<br/>-Resource Exploitation- Add 1 special Infrastructure Items that exploit large amounts of resources. Requires Geology to play.<br/>-Trade Agreement- Establish a Trade Route with another civilization. You can list the resources exchanged on the bottom of your Asset(Item) list.<br/>-Secret Police- Add 1 Forces Item or 1 agent Item at the end of the current Era OR Use it to counter Assassination, Sabotage or Espionage cards (1 time use!).<br/>-Assassination- Kill 1 Agent of another civilization.<br/>-Sabotage-Disable 2 Forces Items or 2 Infrastructure Items of another civ for 10 RL days.<br/>-Espionage-Steal ALL Research Project cards from other civ of your choice or keep it till the end of the era and you get 1 free agent.<br/>-Research Project- Gain 1 knowledge item of your choice from the current tech level or past tech levels at the end of the current Age(Era). (passive card)<br/>-Militarization-Gain 2 Forces Items at the end of current era (Passive card) <br/>-Rally of the people- Spawn(gain) 4 Forces items that last for 12 RL days (they disappear afterwards)<br/><br/>CARD DRAFTING!<br/>Aside from the 3 cards you get at the start of the era, you can get more cards if you sacrifice Items:<br/>-Sacrifice Agents to get Espionage, Sabotage or Assassination Cards.<br/>-Sacrifice 1 Culture and 1 Current-level Knowledge to get Rally of the People or Militarization Cards.<br/>-Sacrifice 2 Current-tech level Knowledge to get 1 Secret police.</div></div></div></div></blockquote>"
7905,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=175,2014-12-21T15:31:00,Levis Avara,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pac Kindom <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=22869808#p22869808"">wrote</a>:</cite>Bython<br/>10-12 BAFR<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Levis Avara <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=22861571#p22861571"">wrote</a>:</cite>Zea smiled warmly ""Of course come on by"" The ship soon boarded the strange foreigner and took him to the railing.It was 1997 and Yuletide was near so some men brought eggnog with rum in it but she waved it away.""Our nation rose from the ashes of the Arcean Empire once a global superpower that contested the Amenrali Dominion for world domination"".""This foolish feud is what led to the Dark Ages a Amenralite scientist for a reason beyond me would have the Amenralites bomb Toba volcano to destroy the Arcean homeland so that they could no longer have the strength to wage war anymore,he terribly miscalculated the extent of the explosion and walla the world we have now"".""Will enough about the past time to talk business,our traders can offer zinc,steel,Talc,and lead any unique resources you could offer?</div></blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/>As the Captain boarded the strange metal ship he spoke My name is Huw Owen and i hope you guy's learned lesson. he stop shakes his head sorry about that was rude, our traders can offer coal, Copper a milky white stone (diamonds) we do not know what they are but may be useful to you, we all so have wool and assortment of grains. would you like to visit us and speak to our leaders. here a map of our cost line.<br/><br/>""My name is Zea Thalia"", shakes his hand,"" No problem you're entitled to your opinions,but we are not Arcean anymore"". She hands him a colored map and points to a island painted turquoise ""That's Arcea Island the heart of the Altarian Republic if you ever need anything that is where you will find us"".""I'm sorry but we cannot meet your leaders right now our expedition must continue and we have to explore around the South Seas before storms start to gather but feel free to send diplomats to Arvenia"". She sends Huw Owen on his way back to his ship"
7906,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=175,2014-12-21T16:36:00,Levis Avara,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Military Academy,Lyra town</span><br/><br/>Down the foot goes the soldiers marching for drilling in the rain in Iberia,the Army had been expanded in order to be able to deal with foreign threats,the world betrayed a mask of peace but anything could happen a tyrant could rise in the most peaceful of nations and the Senate made sure that it was able to defend its vast borders these men where hardened and strengthened here training hard in both body and mind.These trained professionals would give any hostile hell.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Knowledge:<br/>&lt;All lvl one tech&gt;<br/>- Industrial automation<br/>- Clockworks<br/>- Metallurgy<br/>- Geology<br/>- Physics<br/>- Railroads<br/>-Electricity<br/>Infrastructure:<br/>Iberia Region<br/>Aurora City<br/>Industrial Sector<br/>Special Infrastructure:Verdia Island<br/>Orion City<br/>Leon Agricultural sector<br/>Arcea City<br/>Arvenia City<br/>New Altaria<br/>Culture:<br/>Altarian Forum<br/>Forces<br/>Navy:<br/>Phoenix Fleet<br/>Dragon Fleet<br/>Army:<br/>1st Infantry Division<br/>2nd Infantry Division</div></div></div>"
7907,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=175,2014-12-21T22:55:00,Cuprum,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Essen's Grand Palace</span><br/><br/>My family has been making a lot of money recently in the south regions, my father is an important magnate who makes business with the goverment. This morning our servants broke in fight with some peasants. I fear that this only the beginnings to something more. Soon we will be hosting a masked party to night. I hope the fight dose not affect tonight. Mother says that I should see that man how asked for my hand in wed. I think she whats me to be wed sooner then two fortnights. Ludwig I believe is his name. I do not know. I said I'd take a look at him and answer her tomorrow. We should see to it tonight. But for now it is time for supper and i shall take my leave.<br/><br/>The party was as elegant as it was fun. It was one of the best evenings of my life. I do believe I have fallen for a man. My apologies to my mother; but he is not Ludwig. But his name is León. it was only later and to late that I found out that he is a member of the Ministry of Culture. why art thou León a poor artist, worthless isn't he, but i love him with all my rich soul, i may go to the poor's heaven for him. Oh I’m sorry dear mother and father that I have fallen for a member of a low caste. Oh I am so flustered I do not know what to do. Why now? Why here? I think I need fresh air. I’m going on the palace garden to think.<br/><br/>''If a boy had a chance, a chance with someone like you, are you gonna break his heart, let him cry for the moon.''<br/><br/>''Uh, it's you!''<br/><br/>''Are you hiding somewhere behind those eyes?''<br/><br/>''No, I just freeze everytime you see through me and it's all over you''<br/><br/>''Electric bulb''<br/><br/>''What?''<br/><br/>''Would you like to participate in a little rendezvous, the night is long and the weather is coldless compared to the north counties so...''<br/><br/>''I'll be pleased Dr. Maxwell, my father wants to know if you are a real doctor''<br/><br/>''A doctor in Museology young lady, if i don't dissapoint you''<br/><br/>''Good''<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""The Federal Republic of Almain""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Agents:</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">- President Gerhard Schröder:</span> The leader of the Republic and the head of the goverment's executive branch. This politician and member of the old guard knows how to manage the masses.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">- Gral. Angelie Jinjur Pershing: </span> She has long dark hair, wears a green uniform, and generally acts impertinent while her army acts lackdaisical.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Forces</span>:<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Mechanical knight:</span> Refers to a humanoid automaton designed in the past.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">* Good commanders:</span> It is better to have a lion at the head of an army of sheep, than a sheep at the head of an army of lions.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">* Raider Group Doctrine:</span> This doctrine meant sending out groups of small fast ships with good endurance to contest the main sea route of the oceans..<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">* Gauss rifle:</span> Is a type of projectile accelerator consisting of one or more coils used as electromagnets in the configuration of a linear motor that accelerate a ferromagnetic or conducting projectile to high velocity.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">* Housecarls</span>: They serve as a well-equipped, disciplined, professional, and quite numerous standing army at the service of the President.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">* Stormän:</span> The term designates a noble or other man in a high social position, by birth, wealth or other qualities. <br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Infrastructure:</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">* Gärten:</span> They are created by staking out the shallow lake bed and then fencing in the rectangle with wattle. The fenced-off area was then layered with mud, lake sediment, and decaying vegetation, eventually bringing it above the level of the lake. Often trees such as āhuexōtl and āhuēhuētl were planted at the corners to secure the Gärten. Gärtens were separated by channels wide enough for a canoe to pass. These ""islands"" had very high crop yields with up to 7 harvests a year.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">* The Alemanniawerft:</span> Originally founded as the Nordtedesch Schiffbau-Gesellschaft in 1857, the wharf was bought by renowned industrialist Friedrich von Essen in 1962, and renamed the Alemanniawerft.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Culture:</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">* Political Contract</span>: Is theory or model, originating during the Age of Madness, that typically addresses the questions of the origin of society and the legitimacy of the authority of the state over the individual.Social contract arguments typically posit that individuals have consented, either explicitly or tacitly, to surrender some of their freedoms and submit to the authority of the ruler or magistrate (or to the decision of a majority), in exchange for protection of their remaining rights. The question of the relation between natural and legal rights, therefore, is often an aspect of social contract theory.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">* The Siegestor:</span> Is a three-arched triumphal arch crowned with a statue of Alemannia with a lion-quadriga. dedicated to the glory of the Tedeschian army.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">* The Schwabing Circles:</span> the Schwabing area of Munchen became known, probably due in large part to the large university and student presence, as a Böhmen hub of intellectual activity, drawing to it many modernist artists and authors.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">* The Reinheitsgebot</span>: Is a regulation concerning the production of beer in the Almain Republic.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">* (O)stomachion:</span> This is a dissection puzzle similar to a Tangram, and the treatise describing it was found in more complete form in the Archimedes Palimpsest.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Knowledge:</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">* The Prince:</span> He who neglects what is done for what ought to be done, sooner effects his ruin than his preservation.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">* Iron and Coal</span>: A blast furnace was used to make pig iron, which then had to undergo a further process to make forgeable bar iron. Processes for the second stage include fining in a finery forge and, from the Industrial Revolution, puddling. However both processes are now obsolete, and wrought iron is now hardly made.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">* An electric current</span>: Is a flow of electric charge. In electric circuits this charge is often carried by moving electrons in a wire. It can also be carried by ions in an electrolyte, or by both ions and electrons such as in a plasma.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">* Smallpox vaccine:</span> ''The initial source of infection was a disease of horses, called ""the grease"", which was transferred to cattle by farm workers, transformed, and then manifested as cowpox.''<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">* Ultraviolet Light</span>: Is electromagnetic radiation with a wavelength shorter than that of visible light but longer than X-rays.</div></div></div>"
7908,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=175,2014-12-21T23:33:00,Levis Avara,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Medicine &amp; Petrochemistry</span><br/><br/>The brilliant scientist researching at the Great Library had completed the Medicine wing.With it came everything that is important to living a clean and healthy life.Scientist rediscover that germs are the culprit for many diseases and they also start to develop vaccines for disease that have plagued the Altarians since the dark ages such has cholera,rabies,and anthrax for example."
7909,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=175,2014-12-22T04:38:00,Ralnis,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Xion'syr 18</span><br/><br/>It was known as the last of the era and the rise of the Spawn had given the use that many had started to make the most of their technology and try to take time to catch up on their technology after a note from the Bython Union on the South that have been asking about making the use of railroads and electricity for telegrams. This only been the note of how they were behind in the others yet have been proven to be advance in their ways of the engines that they use now. The Sax'fro had already had decipher the text for many inventions that they needed to work but the advent of war, or the mindset of it, had made them try to get their usage of war machines with a the rise of a black sheep caste and they had started to become the rise of something entirely needed. So the thing is that they just needed to focus back on themselves again and boost their infrastructure in their lands and start thinking about trying to bring the workings of railroads and the workings of telegrams. While the Union probably were surprised that they knew about this before even putting it to work, the Stao'nonxizil had knew about the items of note through the history of their usage via the learning of the Amelaites before they perished so long ago.<br/><br/>The first thing that was starting to work was the railroads. While they wanted to be connected with the Union they had to realize that the technology they wanted to use maybe not what they wanted for they cannot make it so complex as a train that goes round about with them going underground and then above again so they just made two. While the Stao had made theirs go through the Wastes and another one that goes through the Underground Tunnels and started to revolutionized the use of mass production and infrastructure that was more similar to what the Spawn had been using for transport and speed, while they have the faster use of speed but they had the need use of much larger transport that will be needed. They also use the Road Spawn's checkpoints and bars that allow them to use them for their railroad on the topsoil and it also connected to other smaller settlements of the Skyborn or Warshaman cult outpost. This connected both the top and underground settlements together for the first time in a larger scale which was needed for so long.<br/><br/>The second thing that was next to start working is electricity, or more specifically, the use of telegraphs. This sort of thing that had made it to be a beginning for long range communications that had started to pop up underground and the wires were more flexible and were more use to be long for the use of signal holes that were hid from the enemy and they were that of the lightest resistance and they are used to be in the topsoil and the underground and the towers were seen in Zon'frex, the Aerodrome, and Gyr'flow and everyone was used in connections between the entire country and started to use of electricity for the Wastelanders.<br/><br/>The third thing that came to their people was the use of clockwork use of military, domestic, and vehicles of their country. The use of repeater rifles and gatling guns that have finally have been developed to the highest of the first machine guns of the WWI-era while they have been using to try and have been used to handcrank but now they have something close to automation or something semi and the Spawn started to outfit them with their cars and tanks that some of them twin-linked or something that they wish to make their vehicles use them for the most fastest and elite but soon that they have become commonplace for the ones that are assault specialists in the Spawn's military uses.<br/><br/>Among the most useable things that they have been used during the last years of Xion'syr and started to make it soon with the massive workings of the internal workings that allowed to make them to caught up with the general public on those regard. Which will make them work better for the next years to come by.<br/><br/>cards used: x2 research projects<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">[Infrastructure] Zon'friex: Once a collection of underground vaults that had held all of the collective knowledge that Xel'nox had either stolen or discovered on their own, but they had mostly stolen it, and had found themselves once they had came out of their vaults and had became a bustling city with a labyrinth made of roads and corridors that connect to districts that lend a hand to one another and find the city that they have become and build for the betterment of themselves. Zon'friex is called the Glowing City or the City of Ash as they had settled under the ash that had toppled them and the most powerful nations. It is also called the Glowing City because it has a large network of crystals that glow a rainbow of colors and also the large industrialization that had never been seen since the year of Veer'gornash, which was the last era before the Dark Times. The city's workings are of common place and it now houses 42,000 embers that still flicker among the darkness. The City is nearly hidden from the naked eye but the only thing that can be sought is the various holes that lift up smoke and vapor that are symbols of advancement and a new age for them.<br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The Ar'forgual Aerodrome: The first city that is made outside of the city of Zon'frex. It is a nexus for the Stao'nonxizil's own airships that are used to explore the Old Theocratium and to make homesteads as they rely on it to try and quickly explore the Old Theocratium and Xel'nox to see what survives and what hasn't. Right now, 8,000 have called this Aerodrome home and made it partially a city in both underground and topside. Ar'forgual is mostly topside and some underground as they have a place for the Skyborn, people who have made a living and have called their airships their houses instead of their underground counterparts, and also for the rest of their underground civilization as their an assortment of taverns, business, and shipyards for airships but they also have more crime that also make more Warshamans look for more security but are usually turn a blind eye because the Skyborn can handle the their own trouble but general security is still with the Warshamans but they are usually giving trust to the Skyborn to handle their business and the at some times, the general people.<br/><br/>[Infrastructure] Gyr'flow: Known as the deepest fissure in the lands that the Stao'nonxizil have occupied and the riches of its mineral wealth. This is also the town that has rested on the very walls and the homesteads that have settled on the valley itself to give itself food and wealth beyond what can a common lower caste can dream as they have made their way in help satisfied the hunger for production and industry for now and it seems that this also production industry as well as the town is among the third largest city in their lands that have the most importance when it comes to production and general raw materials of the economy and the Stao'nonxizil.<br/><br/>[Agent] Xi'shik: Inventor, Shaman, and current leader of the Sax'fro. The Sax'fro at one time were one of the most intensive spy agencies in the world before the Dark Times, they were formed for the use of exploration and gathering of knowledge when the Theocratium of Xel'nox made their one and only colony, Xergiok, on Tredera and the Sax'fro caste was prevalent in obtaining most of the technology and knowledge of Tredera that rivaled other powers of spies in the world. When the Dark Times came, they retreated with the rest and had gained power as the leaders of the remnants and became intertwined with the new beliefs and culture of the Stao'nonxizil. Xi'shik is skilled in deciphering the ancient text that the Sax'fro used that became the new language of their people and ushered in the inventions that they had discovered long ago at the end of Veer'gornash. The Sax'fro caste still hold an a power over their people as spies, assassins, and now leaders of their civilization, but they are still but a shadow of the legend they used to be, but the new age can bring better legends and a new power for them. <br/><br/>[Forces] Zel'nov Warshamans: A mixture of the two sects of the Warshaman caste that once fought for the Amarites in the past. In the past, the most elite of their cast became the Quo'nox, the ones trained in fighting by the Amarites and led their brothers and sisters to war in what was called Wild Thunder's March, which was led by the Quo'nox Warshaman Myxsti'thyx, which is known to the Old Languages as Wild Thunder and he was a master tactician and the one who wrote the Huen, or the Warshaman's own version of unconventional warfare that allowed them to be famous auxiliaries that won them several victories, both offensive and defensive. When all Warshamans were called underground, then they had joined each other as a hybrid lead as they were the first ones to try and scavenge, reclaim, and explore Xel'nox and they had became more in line to stealth and skirmishing then their old styles of combat. They also are trained in guns and weapons of different types, but they prefer weapons for accuracy and stealth that allows them to take out their forces with precision then brute force like of Old Times.<br/><br/>[Forces] Hemo'shiv/Skeleton Crews: Known as the Warriors of the Skyborn and known as the Warshamans of the skies. These forces have become the true arm of Xel'nox as they have became the stable of the use of a growing rise of a aerial navy and the commonplace of airshsips and airship homes. They have became a large force quickly which had became for both use in merchant use, exploration, and general bounty hunting and mercenary work. The Skeleton Crews fight fierce and underhand and do not care about honor unlike their troop counterparts, even though they fight with stealth and skirmishing but at least they fight with some honor in their way. Their airships come in all shapes in sizes and continually grows as their Aerodrome gets bigger and the knowledge is becoming more commonplace. The different types of airships that used things like gatling guns and cannons or even drop explosives have been of use when combating heavily defended pirate outpost out in the ruins of the Old Theocratium or other enemies they may come after them.<br/><br/>[Forces] Songrici: The special forces and spies of the Stao'nonxizil. They had became the more open hand when it came to their powers for their caste because they are the only ones that can cross and connect to the spiritual world and help people talking with ancestors for history and general guidance. When war does strike, they become the tools that warriors need in order to win battles. While the Warshamans handle defense and the airships offense, they handle the general variety for their cloak-and-dagger operations with more efficiency then any caste expect the ones who had trained them, the Sax'fro( though the Sax'fro need help to try and keep their secret history and traditions since they are more open now a days and are the leading caste to look up to). The Songrici weaponzied their ash-based magic and use it for the use of specializing stealth and the training of the old Sax'fro training that was once legendary on its own right. They are known to live longer because of the magic making them more wraithlike and have their own exotic weaponry made of copper and bone that allow to use more stronger versions of their offensive spells. They are known to be good at close combat and marksmenship that allows them to take on specialties such as sniping and skirmishing. They are not great with direct combat for they are weaker then a normal human in general aspects( comes with the wraithlike features that make them look more sickly and death like but they are more powerful then normal Ashborn) but they make it up with stealth as they use their magic to make cloak themselves in a limit invisibility but it is taxing to their bodies. Rare ones can harness the power of radiation and are not known in history except by a very select few. They are the most powerful ones as they can do massive damage in their own right and can live longer then normal humans by longevity. All of them ware no to light armor because of their physical stature, so it is not uncommon to see a Songrici mage with military weapons, but velvet clothing like he was a banker or a noble for they believe that ""the equipment does not make the person, but the skill is a different matter"". They number in very low numbers because the quality of training is tough and needed to be to be able to weaponize the ash-based magic efficiently and for them to be flexible in their fighting, whether offensive( most of the time) or defensive( usually handled by warshamans but are used as support).All-in-all, they are the general magic spec-ops that are more flexible then their general forces.<br/><br/>[Culture] The Storm Rides Again/The Statues of Az'martinx: The natives of Xel'nox resistant outside influence even when they were offered to learn. Their culture is known to be the most alien of them all and they love it and their beliefs are no different. Their storm gods of their Parthenon were at once 3200 alone and statues littered their entire civilization. Now their belief is more reformed and still eldritch as their gods and even revered ancestors are transformed into what one will call to be horrible and repulsive, but it is unique and show the part of their belief that like a storm, they will always rise and ride again.<br/><br/>[Knowledge] Steam Power: In Veer'gornash, steam power and the Industrial Revolution was starting for them but then the Dark Times came. Now it was a revival to what they never had completely grasp until the end of the world. The power of the Steam had allowed for them to fully see the sight of industrialization and the use of steam that allowed them to do lots of things, one of the many things was to use if for mining, building, and refining as well as learning about the use of the first taste of machinery that started to bring in factories to their sections of the city and the smoke and vapor started to rise out of the very ground itself.<br/><br/>[Knowledge] Chemistry: The thing that all natives of Xel'nox do know, from the fertilizer to gunpowder and explosives. They had decipher this the most out of all the text they were able to search for in the vaults they have been able to secure themselves in. It, with Biology, had became the foundations of bringing back horticulture and balance out the industrialization and the naturalism, though it only extends to growing mushrooms much better and larger though it has even better workings. They also allowed them to do things like rediscover gunpowder and the use of acids and explosives for both domestic and militaristic means. This also helps them in trying to survey the ground topsoil that they use the chemistry when it came to send out expeditions and trying to figure out if the ash is still in the land.<br/>Starting location (You can specify specific locations on the map or non specific ones, such as Tropical coastline, Desert, Rocky mountains): <br/>Underground in the Satizmi Waste, Northern Xel'nox, though the only thing you will see about the civilization is the smoke fumes that come out in a matter of holes.<br/><br/>[Magic] Wisdom of the Ash: The first instances in history for them is that magic has been developed by unknown means. The people that have been gifted with the magic have been able to harness the ash that is around Xel'nox and has called it the Wisdom of the Ash.<br/>( update) The magic called the Wisdom of the Ash has started to show connections with the land and the people developing the magic and had first known that they can draw the ash in spirit from the very land itself and have been showing to ignite the ash to be use in a fireball that explodes. This is the first time that offensive or combat-related use of the Wisdom of the Ash has been used and tested in their history.<br/><br/>[ Knowledge] Biology: Biology has been rediscovered as a means of increase agriculture and to help with the explorations topside.<br/><br/>[Knowledge] Engineering: Large scale construction has been reintroduced and been used to its fully effects so that they can have more room to grow underground and have better planning for their buildings and such.<br/><br/> [Knowledge] Calculus: The first use and understanding of advance mathematics ever since Veer'gornash when they were just learning the concept and trying to implement it before the apocalypse but now the rediscover of it has brought them back into the idea of advancing their math skills for other projects and theories that they have in mind for the future of their civilization.<br/><br/>[Knowledge] Astronomy: Found by an now extinct Warhsaman cult, the uses of Astronomy and the Chronoshamans have been pivotal for the history of the Old Theocratium and now is the only thing that can help them learn about the outside and try to discover the lost history of the Dark Times.<br/><br/>Beyond Lvl 1 Technologies<br/><br/>[Knowledge] Physics: The studies of Lro'max and the uncovering of yet another thing that was going to be of use throughout the Old Theorcratium. The study of Physics could have ushered in new ways for the Theocratium to use it's power to harness the true power of the Storm Gods and to be able to fight more efficiently, and possibly even fly! The fabled studies of Lro'max have became the Stano'zanilxi's top priority and it will take them more then a few years but they shall complete it with the upmost importance.<br/>The Warshamans had started to improve their weaponry that had started to make them use upgraded bullets and gunsmithing styles that had jumped them up a good start from their original settings. Airships have been developed and are being used in early stages of explorations have also given the insights that they may be able to reclaim the Old Theocratium. This also yield the foundations of beginning of other technologies that are locked away in the vaults but time is of the essence if they are to truly prosper in their new, harsher landscape.<br/><br/>[Knowledge] Geology: One of the most important text that have been discovered in order to find more resources that can help them learn and improve their knowledge to the fullest when trying to learn the very earth they walk and live on. This help with learning what to mine and what not to and what can be used for the use of building things like airships.<br/><br/>[Knowledge] Metallurgy: The Stao'nonxizil had founded to make more stronger steel by using more advance chemistry in order to make the use of better armor for their airships and started to make the first plated airships out of their civilization, or remnants that is. Once other thing that they also have made was the armor-piercing canons to be of use to take down their own armor and this made specialized canons to handle their own powerful shells to try and bring the airships down if needed.<br/><br/>[Knowledge] Industrial Automation: The use of the steam engine has risen the Engineer caste and they started to show the first uses that have been building and the worshiping of the machine and the cog as they started to worship outside the normal Parthenon. This also has made a major increase in war recruitment for the Warshamans and the use of the assembly line method and started the touch of mass production and standard use of military and civilian equipment and had allowed the city of Gyr'flow as a industrial giant in their country and potentially in the region.<br/><br/>[Knowledge] Medicine/Pertochemistry: The first use of the ideas of advancing their way of trying to make their country better is that they advanced their medicine and the use of petrochemistry. They had started to cure many of the diseases that had plagued their people since the days of the Old Theocratium and the first use of petrochemistry have allowed them to the "" Road Method"" of refining their old so they can make their first combustion engine but it also comes with the idea of more improved incendiary weaponry and even prototype flamethrowers for infantry use so they can use it against larger groups of enemies.<br/><br/>[Knowledge] Combustion: The study of Petrochemistry and also the review of sketches from the Dark Times that they had started to make visions of what their own engines and vehicles can be about. This was the first way to try and traverse the Wastes. It would take them time but they had made the first steps by making the first combustible engine in their people's history and now are looking for their own frameworks so they can put the engine that they made to the test. The first early cars have been made, but they had to only use it for the beginning uses of transportation and trading, the first use of war machines or any fighting vehicles are still years away. Fighting machines have been developed and primitive cars have been approved. First use of motorcycles have been developed as well as the first part surface, part underground bars and checkpoints to fuel the vehicles with gas. Combustion engines use more faster worth with racing sports engines being commonplace for the Spawn and more military vehicles are commonplace with heavier and more powerful engines so the frames can be much more heavier and mobile then their landships that made both cannons and landships obsolete.<br/><br/> [Knowledge] Railroads: The use of two railroads that can be used for internally and externally have been used for the use of both domestic trading and connecting and the internal connection of a railroad that can show good will and future trading for the use of friendly nations of Xel'nox<br/><br/>[Knowledge] electricity/telegrams: Telegrams and their wires are used across the Wastes and Underground that use the teletgram towers and their own version of Morse Code that each caste likes to use in order to connect with one another with the capital of Zon'frex that allowed them to work all over the country and have allowed them to start the use of telecommunications and even ley the foundations of future electrical inventions.<br/><br/>[Knowledge] Clockwork: Weapons and the use of machines that have been working for the use of developing the final versions of gatling guns and repeater rifles that allowed the Road Spawn to even make twin-linked versions on their cars for those that have been used for assault specialists and their vehicles.</div></div></div>"
7910,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=175,2014-12-22T10:25:00,Levis Avara,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">End of a Era</span><br/>(2 cards used)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Research Project</span><br/>The first cars had been developed it was amazing horseless carriages they where called and a toy of the rich riding elegantly thru the polished streets of Altarian cities these cars where made with style and innovation throughout this era automotive technology was rapid due to competitors wanting to gain the attention of the consumers the Model V (Model T) developed by Devry would be just one of the many cars developed by manufacturers that would flood the global market,soon has production improved it would become popular to the middle class has it would allow them to travel faster and more rapidly.In more destructive ways the first tanks where being developed these would be game changers in future wars heavily armored and with great fire power.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Militarization</span><br/>The Navy had been developed into one the largest if not,then the largest in the world these peace keeping ships would soon patrol the world engaging in major trading and peace keeping missions and plans where being made to develop ports across the world to increase Altarian influnce and to project more power has well.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Knowledge:<br/>&lt;All lvl one tech&gt;<br/>- Industrial automation<br/>- Clockworks<br/>- Metallurgy<br/>- Geology<br/>- Physics<br/>- Railroads<br/>-Electricity<br/>- Combustion<br/>Infrastructure:<br/>Iberia Region<br/>Aurora City<br/>Industrial Sector<br/>Special Infrastructure:Verdia Island<br/>Orion City<br/>Leon Agricultural sector<br/>Arcea City<br/>Arvenia City<br/>New Altaria<br/>Culture:<br/>Altarian Forum<br/>Forces<br/>Navy:<br/>1st Altarian Fleet<br/>2nd Altarian Fleet<br/>3rd Altarian Fleet<br/>4th Altarian Fleet<br/>Army:<br/>1st Infantry Division<br/>2nd Infantry Division</div></div></div>"
7911,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=175,2014-12-22T11:10:00,New Fraulasia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Outside Gygax, 2003 A.O.P.</span><br/>The workmen were pounding in the stakes, raising the poles, lining the poles. The Northern portion of the Leto Rail Telegraph Line, extending from Gyax to the Iron Despotism. They actually had a group of surveyors, naming and charting landmarks through the mountain tundra. They had reached a pass uncharted and untraveled, bar the expedition that the Despotism sent southward all those decades ago. With the snows having stopped early and the Despotism's cooperation, however, the North Line was finished within the year.<br/><br/>Item gains:<br/>Infrastructure: North Telegraph Line- A contract signed between The Empire, Despotism, and Ascendancy gave Goffsill a claim to construct a telegraph line to run adjacent to the projected rail."
7912,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=175,2014-12-22T13:17:00,Pac Kindom,"Bython<br/>16 - 18<br/><br/>Bython was using coal at a rate the miners could not keep up so they needed as something else in the way of fuel. After months of work in there library the Teacher Cast found a substance that not only fuled automobiles and power stations before the Age of Darkness. They realized it may be the key in rediscover powered transport learning how to refine the crude oil and rubber.<br/><br/>The first human powered transport, the beic (bike) was developed had two wheels and require balancing by the rider and was a rear wheel chain driven.<br/><br/>Cards used: Resource Exploitation, Research Project<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Item gains""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Medicine/Pertochemistry</span> Teacher Cast rediscover that germs are the culprit for many diseases and they also start to develop vaccines for disease that have plagued the Bythons since the Age of Darkness. With the rediscovery Pertochemistry allowed to refine the crude oil and create rubber.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Geology</span> An important Knowledge found which allows bython find more resources. This help with learn what to mine and what not to and what can be used for the use of building things like Ships.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Maes Olew</span> An oil field in the north of Bython <a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/5/5d/Oil_wells_just_offshore_at_Summerland%2C_California%2C_c.1915.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/5/5d/Oil_wells_just_offshore_at_Summerland%2C_California%2C_c.1915.jpg</a></div></div></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Bython Union""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Agent</span> (1)<br/>Maelor Pritchett</span> A great inventor and current leader of Bython Union who designed and built of the the current fishing fleet.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Forces</span> (1)<br/>The Bython Guard</span> is a force maintained by the Bython Union and is responsible for the safety of the and the security of the Union. <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Infrastructure</span> (4)<br/>Conwy,</span> This town is home to most of the people of the Union and set stride a river which flows thro the town in to the port and out to sea. Town surround the port an is made up of simple and practical stone constructions.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Caernarfon</span> A town in a valley to the east of Conwy. Town surround an central square and is made up of simple and practical red brick constructions.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Caer</span> was a once a very large prison and mine complex. Now it more resembles an old Norman castle with large gray stone walls built out from the mountains them self’s in side the walls there are 10’s of large red brick constructions and 3 small gardens and the entrance to the mines<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ryddid</span> Continent west of Xel'nox. Town is built around an central square and is made up of simple and practical wood constructions.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Maes Olew</span> An oil field in the north of Bython <a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/5/5d/Oil_wells_just_offshore_at_Summerland%2C_California%2C_c.1915.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/5/5d/Oil_wells_just_offshore_at_Summerland%2C_California%2C_c.1915.jpg</a><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Rheilffordd</span> These railroads connect the cities and towns of the Union. They are owned by the Builder's Cast. <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Culture</span> (1)<br/>Bython Code </span> The Bythons are fare, free, people who live by the code honor thy Father, Protect the weak, be loyal to friends and family<br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Knowledge: </span><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">-LEVEL 1-</span></span> (7)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Biology, Engineering, Construction, Astronomy, Calculus, Steam Power, Chemistry</span> <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">-LEVEL 2-</span></span> (8)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""> Physics</span> The people of had started to improve their weaponry that had started to make them use upgraded bullets and ship designs.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Clockworks</span> Allows Repeater rifles, Gatling guns and cannons<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Metallurgy</span> The Bython Union to create more better steel. They did this by using more advance chemistry in order to improve there cannons Advances in metallurgy allowed for the construction of breech-loading rifled guns that could fire at a much greater range and muzzle velocity. It also allowed for armor-piercing shells<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Railroad </span> The Bython Union is for ever growing and need to move our goods around the union quicker so it was decided to put them on .<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Industrial Automation </span> The growing need for even more industry was solved with the creation of the Assembly line.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Electricity</span> Electrical pulses are studied and put to use.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Medicine/Pertochemistry</span> Teacher Cast rediscover that germs are the culprit for many diseases and they also start to develop vaccines for disease that have plagued the Bythons since the Age of Darkness. With the rediscovery Pertochemistry allowed to refine the crude oil and create rubber.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Geology</span> An important Knowledge found which allows bython find more resources. This help with learn what to mine and what not to and what can be used for the use of building things like Ships.</div></div></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""State of The Union""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">[b]<br/>The Union is an oligarchy ruled by the Cast Council. Although there is a capital city ,Conwy the Cast Council can meet in any City. The Cast Council is made up of eight individuals, two from the 4 main Cast ,Warrior, Builder, Grower and Teacher .<br/>The Builder cast controls all types of construction mine and manfraction and are based in Caer.<br/>The Grower cast controls all types of food production and are based in Conwy.<br/>The Warrior Cast is responsible for the safety of the and the security of the Union and are based in Conwy.<br/>The Teacher Cast is responsible for the teaching of the Union young and and all reschard and development. They are based in Caernarfon.<br/>The Religious Cast at this time number about 20 individuals . They are based in Caernarfon.</div></div></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""cards""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Sabotage, Research Project</div></div></div>"
7913,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=175,2014-12-22T15:12:00,New Fraulasia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Wilderness between Gygax and Leto, 2005 A.O.P.</span><br/>They worked all night. They worked all day. Not everyone, of course, but that can easily describe the unceasing work ethic found in the Goffsill when they're blood was up. And up it was!<br/>They were, by the expectations of the Leto representative, beginning to get ahead of schedule regarding the Southern Line. If the maps were to be believed, it wouldn't be long until they actually reached the Leto frontier, where the rail had been long ago completed. It was expected they'd pass the railroader teams any day now.<br/><br/>Four months later, they were working the home stretch. The fine Leto city of Bagghar was drifting on the distance, the stop of the main Southern Line. In a few short weeks, and with the help of an increasingly Leto workforce, they had reached the site of the new wire office in Bagghar. The first successful telegram to Gygax was sent. The reply, once decoded, read simply:<br/>""What took you all so long?""<br/><br/>Item gains for 2005:<br/>Infrastructure: Southern Line- The southern half of the rail-shadowing telegraph line."
7914,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=175,2014-12-22T15:39:00,Seno Zhou Varada,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Era of the Marks, End</span></span></span><br/><br/>As a new age began, as an old era ended, things finished. A long term research project into a device that could ""take"" a photo or something like a painting but wasn't exactly painted and could be taken in a matter of seconds (research project). Agents used for stealing were then put in an examination and the best one, a man called Veras was chosen (espionage). He excelled on the battlefield and was now a commander of a new Military force, the Sparrows. Among the secret police of New Zyras various men and women were chosen and then made up a proper airforce (Secret police). In the last 4 years as well Zykra had been reclaimed and various islands were being chosen for military bases and new colonies. At the end of an era and the beginning of a new one, various things are made and discovered.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Infrastructure</span><br/>Siochanna<br/>New Zyras<br/>Zykra<br/>Various Island Colonies<br/>Asiris River<br/>Spirit<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Knowledge</span><br/>All level 1 and 2 techs<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Agents</span><br/>Yu<br/>Veras<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Forces</span><br/>Reclaimers of New Zyras<br/>The Sparrows<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Culture</span><br/>Viva la Revolution<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Magic</span><br/>Glyph<br/>Blood</div></div></div>"
7915,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=175,2014-12-22T18:28:00,Levis Avara,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Imperialism </span><br/><br/>Expansionist in the Senate where debating.To conquer the colonies of the Bython Union explorers had discovered that to the South West laid a established Bython Colony no need to wait years to build their own colony the Altarians could just take it and save the time.So soon a slim majority voted to take the Colony and 5 ships a small part of the Dragon Fleet would be sent.The<span style=""font-weight: bold"">SAS</span>dreadnought ship would join the mission The creation of SAS Dreadnought and others of her class instantly made all other battleships obsolete. It was one of the most drastic changes in armoured warship design. Her ""all-big-gun"" main battery of ten twelve-inch guns, steam turbine powerplant and 21-knot maximum speed so thoroughly eclipsed earlier types that subsequent battleships were commonly known as ""dreadnoughts"", and the previous ones disparaged as ""pre-dreadnoughts.This ship alone could lay waste to Rydidd but just to be safe and to show the might of the Republic 3 destroyers and a pre-dreadnought battle ship was sent as well.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Rydidd,Bython Union</span>(New Agent)<br/>Admiral Drake stood on the prow of the Dreadnought his strong arms folded on his chest long brown hair blowing in the wind.He had reached the town of Rydidd as what the primitive natives had called it, hmm still he was impressed by the ingenuity of the Natives.He wrote a note on a pigeons leg and sent it to the people.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Greetings I am Admiral Drake of the Altarian republic it has come to the discretion of my leaders that this colony be annexed and become a part of the Republic if you surrender then no one will be harmed and you shall be peacefully assimilated if not,will you don't want to know just peacefully surrender and no blood shall be spilled.Also those ships only a small fraction of the true might of our Navy just to let you know more ships will come</span>"
7916,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=175,2014-12-23T04:51:00,Ralnis,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Wen'url'q 0</span><br/><br/>The new era, something no one had seen to have happen in their history but they thought that it was time to start what they always wanted to do and establish a New Theocratium. They were not very use to war or even liked the idea of imperialism, but they had something to hold on to and they wanted to revive the dead one last time and this time for more of a permanent role for the use of their people. They had heard that new powers were coming into the fold and it was the old Arceans that were rising to the occasion as they have started a rise of imperialism that have became associated with a time before the Dark Times have came once again.<br/><br/>They had started to look to the ocean as they answer and the restoring of the Uly'th Host and they wish to start their rise by making steamships for themselves and to see if they can replicate the warships of old. While they had always had sailing ships before the Dark Times, they did not always had that of steel. Things have changed however as they have used steamships for short range transportation or even fishing but now they have to gear for warships as they have been looking at to the point of conquest and to rekindle the use of war as a means to try and satisfy their goals for making their people be the New Theocratium.<br/><br/>The first use of fleets came with a practical steam engine as they had started to make the first classes that can be used for war as they started to make their own Host, which were the Old Theocratium's own version of fleets. They also have made the version of the class sizes and guns for each called the Utunik Scales which became the norm for their warships both large and small. They had also started to developed their own version of powerful ships like dreadnoughts, monster behemoths that had roam the seas before and now after the Dark Times as they have been trying to use their infrastructure to make their steel ships and destroyers as they have made their own Aug'tavs in order to make their first workings of warships with the cog and steel that makes them look more modern for when they need to do war in which they are thinking to do so.<br/><br/>The first Hosts have been making their way as the first way as they had taken things back to what they use to be as the Uly'th Host were also Shipmasters and they now live in their ships as they have started to change from the Skyborn as the use of airships had started to reach its peak and they have tried to accommodate with their needs for the changing times. It did not take long for them to start their first Host and they aimed to make more if they are to catch up when it comes to colonies and even something such as trying to master the seas.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">[Infrastructure] Zon'friex: Once a collection of underground vaults that had held all of the collective knowledge that Xel'nox had either stolen or discovered on their own, but they had mostly stolen it, and had found themselves once they had came out of their vaults and had became a bustling city with a labyrinth made of roads and corridors that connect to districts that lend a hand to one another and find the city that they have become and build for the betterment of themselves. Zon'friex is called the Glowing City or the City of Ash as they had settled under the ash that had toppled them and the most powerful nations. It is also called the Glowing City because it has a large network of crystals that glow a rainbow of colors and also the large industrialization that had never been seen since the year of Veer'gornash, which was the last era before the Dark Times. The city's workings are of common place and it now houses 42,000 embers that still flicker among the darkness. The City is nearly hidden from the naked eye but the only thing that can be sought is the various holes that lift up smoke and vapor that are symbols of advancement and a new age for them.<br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The Ar'forgual Aerodrome: The first city that is made outside of the city of Zon'frex. It is a nexus for the Stao'nonxizil's own airships that are used to explore the Old Theocratium and to make homesteads as they rely on it to try and quickly explore the Old Theocratium and Xel'nox to see what survives and what hasn't. Right now, 8,000 have called this Aerodrome home and made it partially a city in both underground and topside. Ar'forgual is mostly topside and some underground as they have a place for the Skyborn, people who have made a living and have called their airships their houses instead of their underground counterparts, and also for the rest of their underground civilization as their an assortment of taverns, business, and shipyards for airships but they also have more crime that also make more Warshamans look for more security but are usually turn a blind eye because the Skyborn can handle the their own trouble but general security is still with the Warshamans but they are usually giving trust to the Skyborn to handle their business and the at some times, the general people.<br/><br/>[Infrastructure] Gyr'flow: Known as the deepest fissure in the lands that the Stao'nonxizil have occupied and the riches of its mineral wealth. This is also the town that has rested on the very walls and the homesteads that have settled on the valley itself to give itself food and wealth beyond what can a common lower caste can dream as they have made their way in help satisfied the hunger for production and industry for now and it seems that this also production industry as well as the town is among the third largest city in their lands that have the most importance when it comes to production and general raw materials of the economy and the Stao'nonxizil.<br/><br/>[Agent] Xi'shik: Inventor, Shaman, and current leader of the Sax'fro. The Sax'fro at one time were one of the most intensive spy agencies in the world before the Dark Times, they were formed for the use of exploration and gathering of knowledge when the Theocratium of Xel'nox made their one and only colony, Xergiok, on Tredera and the Sax'fro caste was prevalent in obtaining most of the technology and knowledge of Tredera that rivaled other powers of spies in the world. When the Dark Times came, they retreated with the rest and had gained power as the leaders of the remnants and became intertwined with the new beliefs and culture of the Stao'nonxizil. Xi'shik is skilled in deciphering the ancient text that the Sax'fro used that became the new language of their people and ushered in the inventions that they had discovered long ago at the end of Veer'gornash. The Sax'fro caste still hold an a power over their people as spies, assassins, and now leaders of their civilization, but they are still but a shadow of the legend they used to be, but the new age can bring better legends and a new power for them. <br/><br/>[Forces] Zel'nov Warshamans: A mixture of the two sects of the Warshaman caste that once fought for the Amarites in the past. In the past, the most elite of their cast became the Quo'nox, the ones trained in fighting by the Amarites and led their brothers and sisters to war in what was called Wild Thunder's March, which was led by the Quo'nox Warshaman Myxsti'thyx, which is known to the Old Languages as Wild Thunder and he was a master tactician and the one who wrote the Huen, or the Warshaman's own version of unconventional warfare that allowed them to be famous auxiliaries that won them several victories, both offensive and defensive. When all Warshamans were called underground, then they had joined each other as a hybrid lead as they were the first ones to try and scavenge, reclaim, and explore Xel'nox and they had became more in line to stealth and skirmishing then their old styles of combat. They also are trained in guns and weapons of different types, but they prefer weapons for accuracy and stealth that allows them to take out their forces with precision then brute force like of Old Times.<br/><br/>[Forces] Hemo'shiv/Skeleton Crews: Known as the Warriors of the Skyborn and known as the Warshamans of the skies. These forces have become the true arm of Xel'nox as they have became the stable of the use of a growing rise of a aerial navy and the commonplace of airshsips and airship homes. They have became a large force quickly which had became for both use in merchant use, exploration, and general bounty hunting and mercenary work. The Skeleton Crews fight fierce and underhand and do not care about honor unlike their troop counterparts, even though they fight with stealth and skirmishing but at least they fight with some honor in their way. Their airships come in all shapes in sizes and continually grows as their Aerodrome gets bigger and the knowledge is becoming more commonplace. The different types of airships that used things like gatling guns and cannons or even drop explosives have been of use when combating heavily defended pirate outpost out in the ruins of the Old Theocratium or other enemies they may come after them.<br/><br/>[Forces] Songrici: The special forces and spies of the Stao'nonxizil. They had became the more open hand when it came to their powers for their caste because they are the only ones that can cross and connect to the spiritual world and help people talking with ancestors for history and general guidance. When war does strike, they become the tools that warriors need in order to win battles. While the Warshamans handle defense and the airships offense, they handle the general variety for their cloak-and-dagger operations with more efficiency then any caste expect the ones who had trained them, the Sax'fro( though the Sax'fro need help to try and keep their secret history and traditions since they are more open now a days and are the leading caste to look up to). The Songrici weaponzied their ash-based magic and use it for the use of specializing stealth and the training of the old Sax'fro training that was once legendary on its own right. They are known to live longer because of the magic making them more wraithlike and have their own exotic weaponry made of copper and bone that allow to use more stronger versions of their offensive spells. They are known to be good at close combat and marksmenship that allows them to take on specialties such as sniping and skirmishing. They are not great with direct combat for they are weaker then a normal human in general aspects( comes with the wraithlike features that make them look more sickly and death like but they are more powerful then normal Ashborn) but they make it up with stealth as they use their magic to make cloak themselves in a limit invisibility but it is taxing to their bodies. Rare ones can harness the power of radiation and are not known in history except by a very select few. They are the most powerful ones as they can do massive damage in their own right and can live longer then normal humans by longevity. All of them ware no to light armor because of their physical stature, so it is not uncommon to see a Songrici mage with military weapons, but velvet clothing like he was a banker or a noble for they believe that ""the equipment does not make the person, but the skill is a different matter"". They number in very low numbers because the quality of training is tough and needed to be to be able to weaponize the ash-based magic efficiently and for them to be flexible in their fighting, whether offensive( most of the time) or defensive( usually handled by warshamans but are used as support).All-in-all, they are the general magic spec-ops that are more flexible then their general forces.<br/><br/><br/>[Forces] 1st Uly'th Host: Known as the Vandguard and the first of the Uly'th Hosts that have been created as the first signs that the Theocratium is coming back after the Dark Times. The Host has been made to be more for a variety of operations and they have bolster their own capital ships as well as dreadnoughts of their own designs. They are far from an opposing force but they are on the right track. Some of the Skyborn have been seeing the end of their airship homes and have been making their way to helping the Uly'th Hosts grow in size as they have made the first aircraft carriers for their airships to do recon and skirmishing if needed.<br/>[Culture] The Storm Rides Again/The Statues of Az'martinx: The natives of Xel'nox resistant outside influence even when they were offered to learn. Their culture is known to be the most alien of them all and they love it and their beliefs are no different. Their storm gods of their Parthenon were at once 3200 alone and statues littered their entire civilization. Now their belief is more reformed and still eldritch as their gods and even revered ancestors are transformed into what one will call to be horrible and repulsive, but it is unique and show the part of their belief that like a storm, they will always rise and ride again.<br/><br/>[Knowledge] Steam Power: In Veer'gornash, steam power and the Industrial Revolution was starting for them but then the Dark Times came. Now it was a revival to what they never had completely grasp until the end of the world. The power of the Steam had allowed for them to fully see the sight of industrialization and the use of steam that allowed them to do lots of things, one of the many things was to use if for mining, building, and refining as well as learning about the use of the first taste of machinery that started to bring in factories to their sections of the city and the smoke and vapor started to rise out of the very ground itself.<br/><br/>[Knowledge] Chemistry: The thing that all natives of Xel'nox do know, from the fertilizer to gunpowder and explosives. They had decipher this the most out of all the text they were able to search for in the vaults they have been able to secure themselves in. It, with Biology, had became the foundations of bringing back horticulture and balance out the industrialization and the naturalism, though it only extends to growing mushrooms much better and larger though it has even better workings. They also allowed them to do things like rediscover gunpowder and the use of acids and explosives for both domestic and militaristic means. This also helps them in trying to survey the ground topsoil that they use the chemistry when it came to send out expeditions and trying to figure out if the ash is still in the land.<br/>Starting location (You can specify specific locations on the map or non specific ones, such as Tropical coastline, Desert, Rocky mountains): <br/>Underground in the Satizmi Waste, Northern Xel'nox, though the only thing you will see about the civilization is the smoke fumes that come out in a matter of holes.<br/><br/>[Magic] Wisdom of the Ash: The first instances in history for them is that magic has been developed by unknown means. The people that have been gifted with the magic have been able to harness the ash that is around Xel'nox and has called it the Wisdom of the Ash.<br/>( update) The magic called the Wisdom of the Ash has started to show connections with the land and the people developing the magic and had first known that they can draw the ash in spirit from the very land itself and have been showing to ignite the ash to be use in a fireball that explodes. This is the first time that offensive or combat-related use of the Wisdom of the Ash has been used and tested in their history.<br/><br/>[ Knowledge] Biology: Biology has been rediscovered as a means of increase agriculture and to help with the explorations topside.<br/><br/>[Knowledge] Engineering: Large scale construction has been reintroduced and been used to its fully effects so that they can have more room to grow underground and have better planning for their buildings and such.<br/><br/> [Knowledge] Calculus: The first use and understanding of advance mathematics ever since Veer'gornash when they were just learning the concept and trying to implement it before the apocalypse but now the rediscover of it has brought them back into the idea of advancing their math skills for other projects and theories that they have in mind for the future of their civilization.<br/><br/>[Knowledge] Astronomy: Found by an now extinct Warhsaman cult, the uses of Astronomy and the Chronoshamans have been pivotal for the history of the Old Theocratium and now is the only thing that can help them learn about the outside and try to discover the lost history of the Dark Times.<br/><br/>Beyond Lvl 1 Technologies<br/><br/>[Knowledge] Physics: The studies of Lro'max and the uncovering of yet another thing that was going to be of use throughout the Old Theorcratium. The study of Physics could have ushered in new ways for the Theocratium to use it's power to harness the true power of the Storm Gods and to be able to fight more efficiently, and possibly even fly! The fabled studies of Lro'max have became the Stano'zanilxi's top priority and it will take them more then a few years but they shall complete it with the upmost importance.<br/>The Warshamans had started to improve their weaponry that had started to make them use upgraded bullets and gunsmithing styles that had jumped them up a good start from their original settings. Airships have been developed and are being used in early stages of explorations have also given the insights that they may be able to reclaim the Old Theocratium. This also yield the foundations of beginning of other technologies that are locked away in the vaults but time is of the essence if they are to truly prosper in their new, harsher landscape.<br/><br/>[Knowledge] Geology: One of the most important text that have been discovered in order to find more resources that can help them learn and improve their knowledge to the fullest when trying to learn the very earth they walk and live on. This help with learning what to mine and what not to and what can be used for the use of building things like airships.<br/><br/>[Knowledge] Metallurgy: The Stao'nonxizil had founded to make more stronger steel by using more advance chemistry in order to make the use of better armor for their airships and started to make the first plated airships out of their civilization, or remnants that is. Once other thing that they also have made was the armor-piercing canons to be of use to take down their own armor and this made specialized canons to handle their own powerful shells to try and bring the airships down if needed.<br/><br/>[Knowledge] Industrial Automation: The use of the steam engine has risen the Engineer caste and they started to show the first uses that have been building and the worshiping of the machine and the cog as they started to worship outside the normal Parthenon. This also has made a major increase in war recruitment for the Warshamans and the use of the assembly line method and started the touch of mass production and standard use of military and civilian equipment and had allowed the city of Gyr'flow as a industrial giant in their country and potentially in the region.<br/><br/>[Knowledge] Medicine/Pertochemistry: The first use of the ideas of advancing their way of trying to make their country better is that they advanced their medicine and the use of petrochemistry. They had started to cure many of the diseases that had plagued their people since the days of the Old Theocratium and the first use of petrochemistry have allowed them to the "" Road Method"" of refining their old so they can make their first combustion engine but it also comes with the idea of more improved incendiary weaponry and even prototype flamethrowers for infantry use so they can use it against larger groups of enemies.<br/><br/>[Knowledge] Combustion: The study of Petrochemistry and also the review of sketches from the Dark Times that they had started to make visions of what their own engines and vehicles can be about. This was the first way to try and traverse the Wastes. It would take them time but they had made the first steps by making the first combustible engine in their people's history and now are looking for their own frameworks so they can put the engine that they made to the test. The first early cars have been made, but they had to only use it for the beginning uses of transportation and trading, the first use of war machines or any fighting vehicles are still years away. Fighting machines have been developed and primitive cars have been approved. First use of motorcycles have been developed as well as the first part surface, part underground bars and checkpoints to fuel the vehicles with gas. Combustion engines use more faster worth with racing sports engines being commonplace for the Spawn and more military vehicles are commonplace with heavier and more powerful engines so the frames can be much more heavier and mobile then their landships that made both cannons and landships obsolete.<br/><br/> [Knowledge] Railroads: The use of two railroads that can be used for internally and externally have been used for the use of both domestic trading and connecting and the internal connection of a railroad that can show good will and future trading for the use of friendly nations of Xel'nox<br/><br/>[Knowledge] electricity/telegrams: Telegrams and their wires are used across the Wastes and Underground that use the teletgram towers and their own version of Morse Code that each caste likes to use in order to connect with one another with the capital of Zon'frex that allowed them to work all over the country and have allowed them to start the use of telecommunications and even ley the foundations of future electrical inventions.<br/><br/>[Knowledge] Clockwork: Weapons and the use of machines that have been working for the use of developing the final versions of gatling guns and repeater rifles that allowed the Road Spawn to even make twin-linked versions on their cars for those that have been used for assault specialists and their vehicles.</div></div></div>"
7917,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=175,2014-12-23T10:00:00,Levis Avara,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Altarian Republic</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Photography</span><br/>The first photographs where being developed and mass produced has well.This allowed memories to be stored forever rather then relying on painters to give a biased or inaccurate view of history.People loved taking photos of their loved ones and it became very popular to the common folk,the first photograph was taken on patriots day the mass parades marching thru the avenue of Tredera in Arcea city the skyscrapers looking down tens of thousands of people waving the flag and cheering,the picture was iconic and although grey with no color it would improve has time went by."
7918,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=175,2014-12-23T11:22:00,New Fraulasia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lotill, 2007 A.O.P.</span><br/>A bright interesting invention has come out of the physics and chemistry departments. Looking like a strange train car at first, the crowds were wowed as pumps began to inflate the oblong dorsal surface into a huge rough spheroid. Their surprise and excitement compounded when the whole vessel lifted up from the ground. This was the airship<span style=""font-style: italic"">GSS Sheev</span>, first of a new era of Goffsill travel and exploration.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Sheev</span>distinguished itself soon, as a whole slew (or division) of similar airships were unveiled,<span style=""font-style: italic"">Sheev</span>as their flagship. The 1st Air Division of Goffsill lifted off on the first of April, with standing orders to explore the Trederan coasts.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Goffsill""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Agents</span></span><br/>Queen Ciel- Sheev's successor, similarly motivated to bring Goffsill to prosperity<br/>Edgeril- The inventor of the steam engine in Goffsill and father of the modern age.<br/>Ederdeen- Captain of the G.E.C.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Forces</span></span><br/>1st Infantry- An infantry division in the G.E.C.<br/>2nd Infantry- An infantry division in the G.E.C. <br/>1st Fleet- A fleet of rivergoing steamships, plying the Goffline<br/>1st Skyfleet- Newly created division of airships <br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Infrastructure</span></span><br/>Lotill- Current capital and center for the Goffsill<br/>Goffsill- Reclaimed ancient City of Lights<br/>The Reclaimed- Area in the swamps, has been building up with a town in its own right<br/>Fort Requiem- Fortress established in the Eastern Frontier, now a center for the region.<br/>Trans-Zadoklobe- Eastern region, stretching from Lotill to the source of the Northern Goffline.<br/>Internal Telegraph- Telegraph line running the Goffline's length across Goffsill<br/>North Line- Northern Rail Telegraph<br/>South Line- Southern Rail Telegraph<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Culture</span></span><br/>Sunken Gallery- An art gallery in Goffsill, renovated recently.<br/>Potato Calendar- The A.O.P. calendar<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Knowledge</span></span><br/>&lt;All Level One Technologies&gt;<br/> Physics<br/>Clockwork<br/>Industrial Automation <br/>Electricity</div></div></div>"
7919,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=175,2014-12-23T12:20:00,Harkback Union,"Zadox Harkback.<br/><br/>The Invention of photography sparkled a new era of Science. Everyone wanted to invent something and soon many did. Weekly papers such as The Scientific Harkback had a hard time publishing all the recent discoveries. Though not all discoveries were made by the harkback, they always changed something on the Original designs to get the patents accredited to Harkback citizens. Progress resculpted the countryside. Railroads, factories and Mines popped up everywhere around Zadox Forests were bulldozed to make room for new homes and farms to feed the growing population.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, The HSS Zobros's crew repairs their ship and finds enough coal in a nearby abandoned mine to continue their Journey. They dismantle their encampment and board the ship. They wish to go home, but they seriously messed up their navigating and After a month of travel, ended up in the middle of nowhere, shores of a A cold, hilly region with insanely tall pine trees and oversized furry creatures that weren't really friendly to humans. This time, The HSS Zobros was not salvagable. Rust ate its engines and the hull was in a pretty bad shape from all the icebergs the ship collided with on the way. A New Colony called Renorie was established. Initially, It consisted of one large house that was enough big for everyone to survive the first winter. Fish and canned carrot was the only food eaten that time. For a few years, Renorie grew on its own. New homes were built, carrot and potato farms were established, A Constitution was drafted. Then, a large ship came, Packed with Scientists, mercenaries and weapons. They landed on the shores and Declared this town to be their own at gunpoint. The Renorians didn't have the means to defend themselves and surrendered. A Man only known as ""Doctor Rotwang"" grabbed power. He ruled with a fair but strong hand. He compensated the Renorians for their loss of freedoms with knowledge and material wealth.<br/>New Items<br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">from 17-22, 6 in total:<br/>Techs: Geology, Railroads, Metallurgy, Clockworks <br/>Infrastructure: Renorie, Founded by Shipwrecked sailors and then conquered by a mad scientist. Renorie is an independent, industrialized colony under a totalitarian rule.<br/>Agent: Doctor Rotwang - Not much is known about him. He is the emperor of Renorie though.</div></div></div>"
7920,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=175,2014-12-23T12:35:00,Pac Kindom,"Bython 0<br/>The first steps to the powered Cavalry was the beic modur (motorbike) are descended from the ""beic,"" a bicycle with front and rear wheels of the same size and a pedal crank mechanism to drive the rear wheel. They where called a fad with higher members of the casts riding them thru the streets of Union cities over the next few years many bikes will be developed by Builder cast,as they become popular with the lower cast members it would allow them to travel faster and more rapidly<br/>Militarization<br/>As bython rediscover more and more Knowledge it allows them to redeveloped there Navy and fit it with the latest teclknowge would soon patrol the world and protect the Union. With new ships comes new new weapons so the torpedo developed it is built of thin sheet steel bronze. The torpedo was launched above or below the waterline from a tube, using gunpowder discharge a range of 200 yards.<br/><br/>Rediscovery<br/>After days the the debating the Cast Council and in the by a big majority voted dispatched the Fredom Squadron to find the colonies of the Bython. The BUS Conwy is an 17,000-ton battleship built at Conwy Dockyard,<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Levis Avara <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=22885438#p22885438"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Imperialism </span><br/><br/>Expansionist in the Senate where debating.To conquer the colonies of the Bython Union explorers had discovered that to the South West laid a established Bython Colony no need to wait years to build their own colony the Altarians could just take it and save the time.So soon a slim majority voted to take the Colony and 5 ships a small part of the Dragon Fleet would be sent.The <span style=""font-weight: bold"">SAS</span> dreadnought ship would join the mission The creation of SAS Dreadnought and others of her class instantly made all other battleships obsolete. It was one of the most drastic changes in armoured warship design. Her ""all-big-gun"" main battery of ten twelve-inch guns, steam turbine powerplant and 21-knot maximum speed so thoroughly eclipsed earlier types that subsequent battleships were commonly known as ""dreadnoughts"", and the previous ones disparaged as ""pre-dreadnoughts.This ship alone could lay waste to Rydidd but just to be safe and to show the might of the Republic 3 destroyers and a pre-dreadnought battle ship was sent as well.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Rydidd,Bython Union</span>(New Agent)<br/>Admiral Drake stood on the prow of the Dreadnought his strong arms folded on his chest long brown hair blowing in the wind.He had reached the town of Rydidd as what the primitive natives had called it, hmm still he was impressed by the ingenuity of the Natives.He wrote a note on a pigeons leg and sent it to the people.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Greetings I am Admiral Drake of the Altarian republic it has come to the discretion of my leaders that this colony be annexed and become a part of the Republic if you surrender then no one will be harmed and you shall be peacefully assimilated if not,will you don't want to know just peacefully surrender and no blood shall be spilled.Also those ships only a small fraction of the true might of our Navy just to let you know more ships will come</span></div></blockquote><br/><br/>The leader of Rydidd read the note and spoke to the men around him ""so it begin again"" the man next to next to him said ""we can not hope to openly oppose them we need to raze the flag"" the leader spoke ""do it"" five minuets later the bython was razed the bython flag upside down foloed by a white one.<br/><br/>Captain Huw Owen on bridge of the BUS Conwy allways felt good when his scoults reported bay where the lost colonies of the Bython could of setled they were only 5 mins way, it will be this time it will be them. as they entered the bay the lookout shout we found them i see our flag flying over the setment, wait there in dristriss, Contact shouted another lookout out now i know what happening. he orderd the Squadron to spread out and target the big ship.<br/>He wrote a note and tied it a pigeons leg and sent it to the other ship.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Hello I am Captain Huw Owen of the Bython Union and wellcome to our waters, if you come in peace we are glad to meet you if not you will not leave our waters my Squadron has your ship in our gun sites.</span><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Item gains""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">-LEVEL 3-</span></span> (1)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Combustion</span> With development internal combustion engine allowed The first early moterbikes have been made and primitive cars are being designed. but it will also allow for cars and tanks but they are years way.</div></div></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Bython Union""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Agent</span> (1)<br/>Maelor Pritchett</span> A great inventor and current leader of Bython Union who designed and built of the the current fishing fleet.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Forces</span> (2)<br/>The Bython Guard</span> is a force maintained by the Bython Union and is responsible for the safety of the and the security of the Union.<br/>1000 Powered Cavalry (motorbbikes) with bolt-action rifles a small 6 shot pistol and a simple knife <br/>10,000 foot soldiers with bolt-action rifles a small 6 shot pistol and a simple knife <br/>1,000 The Gatling Gunners armed with a belt fed gattling gun cable of piercing thin armour and a small 6 shot pistol and a simple knife.<br/>1,000 Cannons each crewed by three people and are armed with armour piercing and explode anti personal rounds. Each person is also armed with a small 6 shot pistol and a simple knife. These are new units and not very accurate but highly effected when the target.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bython Navy</span> Created to protect off shore fishing and explore the waves<br/>Bython Home Squadron<br/>Fredom Squadron<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Daring-class_destroyer_&amp;#40;1893&amp;"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Daring-cla ... &amp;#40;1893&amp;</a>#41;<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Highflyer-class_cruiser"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Highflyer-class_cruiser</a><br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_pre-dreadnought_battleships_of_the_Royal_Navy#Majestic_class"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_pr ... stic_class</a><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Infrastructure</span> (5)<br/>Conwy,</span> This town is home to most of the people of the Union and set stride a river which flows thro the town in to the port and out to sea. Town surround the port an is made up of simple and practical stone constructions.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Caernarfon</span> A town in a valley to the east of Conwy. Town surround an central square and is made up of simple and practical red brick constructions.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Caer</span> was a once a very large prison and mine complex. Now it more resembles an old Norman castle with large gray stone walls built out from the mountains them self’s in side the walls there are 10’s of large red brick constructions and 3 small gardens and the entrance to the mines<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ryddid</span> Continent west of Xel'nox. Town is built around an central square and is made up of simple and practical wood constructions.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Maes Olew</span> An oil field in the north of Bython <a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/5/5d/Oil_wells_just_offshore_at_Summerland%2C_California%2C_c.1915.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/5/5d/Oil_wells_just_offshore_at_Summerland%2C_California%2C_c.1915.jpg</a><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Rheilffordd</span> These railroads connect the cities and towns of the Union. They are owned by the Builder's Cast. <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Culture</span> (1)<br/>Bython Code </span> The Bythons are fare, free, people who live by the code honor thy Father, Protect the weak, be loyal to friends and family<br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Knowledge: </span><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">-LEVEL 1-</span></span> (All)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Biology, Engineering, Construction, Astronomy, Calculus, Steam Power, Chemistry</span> <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">-LEVEL 2-</span></span> (7)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""> Physics, Clockworks, Metallurgy, Railroad, Industrial Automation, Electricity, Medicine/Pertochemistry, Geology </span> <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">-LEVEL 3-</span></span> (1)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Combustion</span> With development internal combustion engine allowed The first early moterbikes have been made and primitive cars are being designed. but it will also allow for cars and tanks but they are years way.</div></div></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""State of The Union""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">[b]<br/>The Union is an oligarchy ruled by the Cast Council. Although there is a capital city ,Conwy the Cast Council can meet in any City. The Cast Council is made up of eight individuals, two from the 4 main Cast ,Warrior, Builder, Grower and Teacher .<br/>The Builder cast controls all types of construction mine and manfraction and are based in Caer.<br/>The Grower cast controls all types of food production and are based in Conwy.<br/>The Warrior Cast is responsible for the safety of the and the security of the Union and are based in Conwy.<br/>The Teacher Cast is responsible for the teaching of the Union young and and all reschard and development. They are based in Caernarfon.<br/>The Religious Cast at this time number about 20 individuals . They are based in Caernarfon.</div></div></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""cards""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Sabotage t</div></div></div>"
7921,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=175,2014-12-23T18:26:00,Levis Avara,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Velka City,Valinor Colonies</span><br/><br/>The leader of Rydidd read the note and spoke to the men around him ""so it begin again"" the man next to next to him said ""we can not hope to openly oppose them we need to raze the flag"" the leader spoke ""do it"" five minuets later the bython was razed the bython flag upside down foloed by a white one.<br/><br/>Captain Huw Owen on bridge of the BUS Conwy allways felt good when his scoults reported bay where the lost colonies of the Bython could of setled they were only 5 mins way, it will be this time it will be them. as they entered the bay the lookout shout we found them i see our flag flying over the setment, wait there in dristriss, Contact shouted another lookout out now i know what happening. he orderd the Squadron to spread out and target the big ship.<br/>He wrote a note and tied it a pigeons leg and sent it to the other ship.Hello I am Captain Huw Owen of the Bython Union and wellcome to our waters, if you come in peace we are glad to meet you if not you will not leave our waters my Squadron has your ship in our gun sites.<br/><br/><br/>The City of Velka and indeed the entire colony was militarized and ready for even the most powerful of nations.Velka had Mortar and Artillery lined at strategic positions that would add for defense.However like in the high seas the Altarians held dominance,more then a small Bython fleet.Coverrtes, destroyers and battle cruisers heavily armored with great fire power where lining into position and the dreadnought skillfully made from the time the Altarians conquered the city.Drake read the letter and chuckled to himself clearly they didn't understand the city/colony has been under Altarian rule for months and they where still asking for them to leave peacefully? Wow still he was surprised and amazed by the rapid development they had made from sail ships to battleships was astounding,but still not nearly enough to take the colonies back.<span style=""font-style: italic"">I am sorry but I believe that term is unacceptable Velka is under our rule and will remain so forever now I must admit it takes guts to do something has courageous has this so I'll give you this you have 5 minutes to surrender and leave or face the wrath of our squadron</span>The pigeon flys to the battleship afterwards with time to read and 5 minutes passed the Blue Squadron fires with full might at the Bython fleet including the fire of the mighty dreadnought.These ships where determined to keep the control of the vital colony or die trying.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Knowledge:<br/>&lt;All lvl one tech&gt;<br/>&lt;All lvl two tech&gt;<br/>- Combustion<br/>Infrastructure:<br/>Iberia Region<br/>Aurora City<br/>Industrial Sector<br/>Special Infrastructure:Verdia Island<br/>Orion City<br/>Leon Agricultural sector<br/>Arcea City<br/>Arvenia City<br/>New Altarian Colonies<br/>Balcor Colonies<br/>Culture:<br/>Altarian Forum<br/>Forces<br/>Navy:<br/>1st Altarian Fleet<br/>2nd Altarian Fleet<br/>3rd Altarian Fleet<br/>4th Altarian Fleet<br/>Army:<br/>1st Infantry Division<br/>2nd Infantry Division</div></div></div>"
7922,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=175,2014-12-23T23:17:00,Levis Avara,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Altarian Republic</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Transportation Network</span><br/><br/>Altaria enjoyed supremacy in the seas with its Navy bigger then the next two nations combined.This grants great and overwhelming advantage in sea commerce and trade her ships trading throughout the world encouraging free trade has best has they could but failing with most of the nations.The Altarians never the less where still very wealthy and had a robust and a happy middle class with this economic might still trouble arose at home the need to connect Altaria was very important and only the most important cities where connected so Congress passed the rural transportation bill of 2009 connecting even the most remote and rural parts of the Republic and decreasing travel time has railroads transported even more cargo and people and ideas could move quicker and easier.This even came to the Colonies of Balcor and New Altaria where goods could be moved thru the wilderness and control became easier.This also allows more troops to be moved at a smoother time increasing defense capabilities."
7923,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=175,2014-12-24T05:10:00,Pac Kindom,"Rydidd<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Levis Avara <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=22897090#p22897090"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Velka City,Valinor Colonies</span><br/>The City of Velka and indeed the entire colony was militarized and ready for even the most powerful of nations.Velka had Mortar and Artillery lined at strategic positions that would add for defense.However like in the high seas the Altarians held dominance,more then a small Bython fleet.Coverrtes, destroyers and battle cruisers heavily armored with great fire power where lining into position and the dreadnought skillfully made from the time the Altarians conquered the city.Drake read the letter and chuckled to himself clearly they didn't understand the city/colony has been under Altarian rule for months and they where still asking for them to leave peacefully? Wow still he was surprised and amazed by the rapid development they had made from sail ships to battleships was astounding,but still not nearly enough to take the colonies back.<span style=""font-style: italic"">I am sorry but I believe that term is unacceptable Velka is under our rule and will remain so forever now I must admit it takes guts to do something has courageous has this so I'll give you this you have 5 minutes to surrender and leave or face the wrath of our squadron</span> The pigeon flys to the battleship afterwards with time to read and 5 minutes passed the Blue Squadron fires with full might at the Bython fleet including the fire of the mighty dreadnought.These ships where determined to keep the control of the vital colony or die trying.<br/></div></blockquote><br/><br/>The Altarian may believe they that they control, but they do not fully under stand the Bython sole and how much hate bullies. the fight for freedom had started as Altarian fleet open fire the men and even woman started to attack in Altarian forces from in using guns clubs and knifes.<br/><br/>As the the Altarian's open fire Captain Huw Owen Shouts ""Action stations, get us moving"" second later the BUS Conwy rocked as the shells from the SAS dreadnought stated land around the ship, lucky most missed just the Captain thought lucky us there was an explosion at the front of the ship, Captain watched as the front gun turret dispared in a burst of fire. The Captain shouted ""get us out of range now"" BUS Conwy started to limp a way. the next thing the Captain Huw Owen saw the ten torpedo streaking towards there target."
7924,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=175,2014-12-24T12:31:00,Levis Avara,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pac Kindom <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=22901162#p22901162"">wrote</a>:</cite>Rydidd<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Levis Avara <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=22897090#p22897090"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Velka City,Valinor Colonies</span><br/>The City of Velka and indeed the entire colony was militarized and ready for even the most powerful of nations.Velka had Mortar and Artillery lined at strategic positions that would add for defense.However like in the high seas the Altarians held dominance,more then a small Bython fleet.Coverrtes, destroyers and battle cruisers heavily armored with great fire power where lining into position and the dreadnought skillfully made from the time the Altarians conquered the city.Drake read the letter and chuckled to himself clearly they didn't understand the city/colony has been under Altarian rule for months and they where still asking for them to leave peacefully? Wow still he was surprised and amazed by the rapid development they had made from sail ships to battleships was astounding,but still not nearly enough to take the colonies back.<span style=""font-style: italic"">I am sorry but I believe that term is unacceptable Velka is under our rule and will remain so forever now I must admit it takes guts to do something has courageous has this so I'll give you this you have 5 minutes to surrender and leave or face the wrath of our squadron</span> The pigeon flys to the battleship afterwards with time to read and 5 minutes passed the Blue Squadron fires with full might at the Bython fleet including the fire of the mighty dreadnought.These ships where determined to keep the control of the vital colony or die trying.<br/></div></blockquote><br/><br/>The Altarian may believe they that they control, but they do not fully under stand the Bython sole and how much hate bullies. the fight for freedom had started as Altarian fleet open fire the men and even woman started to attack in Altarian forces from in using guns clubs and knifes.<br/><br/>As the the Altarian's open fire Captain Huw Owen Shouts ""Action stations, get us moving"" second later the BUS Conwy rocked as the shells from the SAS dreadnought stated land around the ship, lucky most missed just the Captain thought lucky us there was an explosion at the front of the ship, Captain watched as the front gun turret dispared in a burst of fire. The Captain shouted ""get us out of range now"" BUS Conwy started to limp a way. the next thing the Captain Huw Owen saw the ten torpedo streaking towards there target.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Velka,Balcor Colonies</span><br/>Silly Bythons little did they know that dreadnoughts where developed for long range combat not short the Dreadnought kept a safe distance from the main fray using its long range gunnery inflicting major damage on the Bython Fleet.Meanwhile Battleships engaged in Parallel formation the tiny fleet though one gets in the way of the torpedoes taking in much damage.The battle is short lived though has eventually numbers and better supplied forces make the Bythons to retreat.This is not acceptable though eventually the ships are hunted down and destroyed.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">After victory</span><br/>Poor former Bythons no matter how much they kicked and whined the Altarians where here to stay.The trained professional Altarian soldiers where more then capable of dealing with simple ignorant settlers and the ones that got too rowdy and violent will they where punished not harshly but with a ""firm hand"" imprisoned,and when crowds rioted they where swept away by the might of Altarian weapons this dominance causes the Bythons to be pacified only the most rebel like retreated to the wilderness where they couldn't be a threat no more.Marshal law is enforced but lifted has the colony becomes more used to Altarian rule.Indeed some of the Altarian soldiers decided to stay and intermixed with the native populace tearing down barriers even more.Has time moves by industrial power is increased more mines are built in the rocky desert landscape taking advantage of the rich crude oil deposits and other minerals boosting Altarian might has they needed oil to fuel their civilzation and oil proved more effective then coal in shipping and other assets."
7925,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=175,2014-12-24T15:09:00,Harndar,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Republic of Harndar, The Council</span><br/><br/>Delegates of each province enter the auditorium with their own feeling of the nation's future. When the were seated and quiet, The Chief of the Council appeared on the stage. ""Delegates of Rolanda, Dragonair, and Atliara provinces!"" He spoke loudly so he could be heard,"" As all of you know, today is choice of we keep on hiding our nation, or we reveal it to the world, there are pros, trading would help our economy and gain allies, but there are also cons to this, Spies and raids can take place in our nation and we may get dragged into a war, I wish that all of you can make the a decision that is true to your heart. One by one, the delegates lined up to make a vote. Rocks and baskets were used as the voting system. The chief looks at the baskets filled with rocks, determining which one has the bigger pile. After a time of deciding the chief finally spoke of the votes>"" The winner of the poll is the one that supports we reveal ourselves!"" There was roar in the crowd, some were happy cheers, others were angry nos. The chief walks in the back and talks with a messenger. ""Send word to the Traveling Delegate, Hersod Eveso, and tell him to pay a visit with our neighbors."""
7926,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=175,2014-12-24T17:40:00,New Fraulasia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Goffsill Territory, 2009 A.O.P.</span><br/>The capacity of the Goffsill is expanding. Their influence swells to the source of the North Goffline, down the main river, and rises over the mineral-rich hills between Goffsill and the little-known civilization of Almain. Particularly, a new area of sorts, like the reopened Goffsill of eight years before, has been allowed for settlement. A frontier extending beyond the bonds of the Goffline. It is estimated that the population will spread to these new rural areas very soon.<br/><br/>Item Gain:<br/>Infrastructure: An-Zadoklobe- A new area of recently opened Goffsill expansion, with the shore of the Goffline forming an<span style=""font-style: italic"">inner</span>border, as opposed to an outer border.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Oesterland an Surtrland coasts, 2007 to 2008 to 2009</span><br/>Meanwhile, the 1st Skyfleet explored the Oesterland coasts, up to a strange, very advanced city far to the west. It was given a ""return later"" notation. They then turned back on the course and began traveling along the Tropical Surtrland. The first fleet passed over extensive and curious ruins, again traveling to a very advanced city. It also was given the label of ""return later"". With these goals achieved, they fleet began their northward trek to their home Goffline, redy for a new assignment."
7927,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=175,2014-12-25T12:56:00,United Soviet Jason Republic,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Empire of the Sands</span></span><br/><br/>Progress in the sciences was being made quickly, along with their implications in the real world. Working with the empires in the north telegraph lines and railroads were constructed in between the cities of the empire. Now newspapers sprung up with information from around the empire. The way information traveled was becoming faster. The Sulitan was worried about this technology. Establishing the Telegraph Union the monarch worked towards regulating the telegraph, or at least knowing before others what matters faced the court.The information was indispensable. Matters of state from the north would come instantly. Policy could be regulated faster than ever before. However dissidents began to grow within the empire. With the discovery and use of oil the nation slowly was becoming more and more industrial. The Sulitan ordered the army and navy to be retooled. Industrialization grew and grew at a faster pace. More citizens asked questions about the meaning of life, their representation in goverment and religion. A man that is called The Prophet travels from city to city with a large following. Him and his disciples are trying to solve the question of life.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""The Empire""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">14 (EXCLUDING LEVEL 2 TECH)<br/>[Agents] The Prophet: The Prophet is a nomad turned settler who roamed the deserts and cities of the empire. He searched for the meaning of this new life in which more stuff meant less mobility. Sleeping one night in the desert he was told to work. He goes from town to town preaching in this new age, compiling a book. <br/><br/>[Agents] Sulitan Harq Al-Ada: Taught at the school of Dar Al-Hikman and versed in the ways of culture, Prince Harq is interested in engineering. His first city to rule will be his toy for politics and construction. He is focused on culture and a sound political base. <br/><br/>[Forces]First Firmi: Modern infantry division that employs rifles, gattling gunners, cannons and modern weapons and tactics in battle. The group has been reformed into a professional army that serves the Sulitan. Their tan uniforms are factory made, along with their arms, gear and other goods. Their guns are rifled and can fire up to seven shots in a load. <br/><br/>[Forces] Transgunners (Second Firmi): This group of warriors are trained in both land and mounted combat. Their job is to protect the Great Railroad going north. To do this they are stationed on every train, water stop and patrol the route with airships. These troops are trained in the northern style of combat and are drafted from the nomads. These nomads patrol the line on camel, horseback and airship.<br/><br/>[Forces] Third Firmi<br/><br/>[Forces] 1st Ameralite: Rebuilt from the Raiders this naval task force is compiled of dreadnoughts, destroyers and frigates updated with modern technology. The Navy has been overhauled and now serves the Sulitan like the army, no longer pirates. The task force is professional <br/><br/>[Forces] 2nd Ameralite<br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The City of Leto still stands. Despite it being nearly abandoned after the old empire collapsed the large, deep ports inside of the city were returned to and inhabited again. The city has very little notable about it and stands at the mouth of the Lea river, the lifeblood of the Settled and Nomadic people.<br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The city of Akksum has been taken into the realm. The city is home to a new palace, temple and ports. Under the rule of Harq Al-Ada the city's population grew. Walls would be constructed around the city, a market place built and trade between the desert would grow. The city has a library, sprawling markets, and a palace of its own. <br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The city of Bagghar is little more than a port city and trading outpost. From the north it if the first city in which trade is brought into the Empire. Frequented by merchants it is a bustling market. From this city nomads take goods south to Akksum or Leto. <br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The Township of Southern Ameralite: These four small towns are built upon the ruins of former Ameralite cities. These towns are focused around mining and lumber trade which is then transported to the southern cities. <br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The Leto Lines have been constructed. These railroads connect the cities and towns of the Empire. They are owned by different private companies and have been granted land by the Sulitan. Now goods are traveling faster than before and the economy is booming. However Nomads find themselves less and less useful in the economy. Less honorable ones are settling due to the lines. Others struggle to make a living and are removing them selves from the economy. <br/><br/>[Infrastructure] Transcontinental Railroad. The line runs from the Iron Despotism in the north to the sandy city of Leto. The line has several stops in the empire and connects directly to existing lines. This allows for more use of the line. The line also contains telegraphs lines near by that have become the basis of fast information being sent from city to city. <br/><br/>[Infrastructure] Agamer City: This city, in the heart of the desert, is home to the countries oil refineries that have sprung up due to the discovery of oil in the inner desert. These deposits are drilled and transported to the city on rail and boat, refined, and shipped up north. The city has forces stationed in it to protect from outside raiding. The facility is vital to the new oil based economy. <br/><br/>[Culture] The Hymes of Dar Al-Hikman, a renound art school before the collapse of the old empire have now been turned into a holy book. The school was re founded after the return of inhabitants to the city of Leto. The book comprises of hymns from the settled and nomadic people and preach respect for the desert and water. Often times the desert and ocean are referred to as being liquids, as they both seem to flow and have waves. The classic book provides the moral and civil codes of the people in the Empire. <br/><br/>[Culture] The Azhar Book: The first mass printed religious guide for the new modern era. More of a political and economic manual the book opens the society for more religious and spiritual debate. The book tries to address the issue of the collapse of nomadic lifestyle. It leaves open the question of religion. <br/><br/>[Knowledge] Engineering, Chemistry, Steam Power, Calculus, Biology, Navigation<br/><br/>Level Two<br/>[Knowledge] Physics, Railroads, Clockwork, Replaceable parts, Metleugry, Geology, Medicine/Petrochemical, Electricity,--photography--(need)<br/>Level Three<br/>[knowledge]</div></div></div>"
7928,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=200,2014-12-25T18:15:00,Cuprum,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">A rendezvous with Pershing</span><br/><br/>Pershing rose from the bed and stood, curling her toes for a moment in the thick weave of the carpet, and walked over to the door. She opened it with a smile, and enjoyed a look of shock and embarrassment register on Maxwell’s face.<br/><br/>She stood lithe and tall in nothing but black fishnet stockings and suspenders, black lace panties, a peephole bra, a long pearl necklace wrapped twice around her neck shrouded in dirty blond hair, and nothing else. Maxwell’s eyes panicked, trying to drink in and record as much of this image as possible before it was snatched away while trying to appear to maintain his composure.<br/><br/>Jinjur took the tray from the porter and winked knowingly at him, his mouth open and twitching slightly as though a thousand words had become log-jammed in his larynx and each was fighting to be the one that made it out. She turned and flicked the door closed before he had the chance to dazzle her with his smooth and confident wit, knowing he would probably replay the encounter for years, each time trying a new combination in his head that would end with the two of them in an illicit tryst.<br/><br/>Now as they drive towards the north Tedeschian plains of Wiehen, towards the flat expanse of land and sheer blue skies populated by gray clouds, her memories become all too real. She is returned to the summer she was nineteen, when the key to her heart was turned and her desires were unlocked.<br/><br/>'‘Stop the car.’'<br/><br/>Maxwell pulls over, turns to look at her with questioning eyes. She takes in this man; looks at his elegant yet strong hands still gripping the steering wheel, and his khaki eyes. His presence is as familiar as her own, yet in this place he seems altered. It dawns on her that they are drifting apart. Subtly, day by day, their passion has been draining away.<br/><br/>‘'What is it?'’ he asks her.<br/><br/>‘'Let’s go for a walk'’ she says."
7929,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=200,2014-12-25T18:16:00,Cuprum,"<img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/en/thumb/a/a3/IG_Farben_Logo_001.svg/150px-IG_Farben_Logo_001.svg.png""/><br/><br/>BASF was founded on 6 April 1865 in Mannheim, in the Tedeschian-speaking country of Baden by Friedrich Engelhorn. It had been responsible for setting up a gasworks and street lighting for the town council in 1861. The gasworks produced tar as a byproduct, and Engelhorn used this for the production of dyes. BASF was set up in 1865 to produce other chemicals necessary for dye production, notably soda and acids. The plant, however, was erected on the other side of the Rhine river at Ludwigshafen because the town council of Mannheim was afraid that the air pollution of the chemical plant could bother the inhabitants of the town. In 1866 the dye production processes were also moved to the BASF site.<br/><br/>As a result of this monopoly, BASF was able to start operations at a new site in Leuna in 1896, where explosives were produced. On 21 September 1901, an explosion occurred in Oppau, killing 565 people. The Oppau explosion was the biggest catastrophe in Tedeschian industrial history. Under the leadership of Carl Bosch, BASF founded IG Farben with Hoechst, Mayer, and three other companies, thus losing its independence. BASF was the nominal survivor, as all shares were exchanged for BASF shares prior to the merger.<br/><br/>BASF's recent success is characterized by a focus on creating resource efficient product lines after completely abandoning consumer products. This strategy was reflected in production by a re-focus towards integrated production sites. The largest such integrated production site is located in Ludwigshafen employing 33,000 people. Integrated production sites are characterized by co-location of a large number of individual production lines (producing a specific chemical), which share an interconnected material flow. Piping is used ubiquitously for volume materials. All production lines use common raw material sourcing and feed back waste resources, which can be used elsewhere (e.g. steam of various temperatures, sulfuric acid, carbon monoxide). The economic incentive for this approach is high resource and energy efficiency of the overall process, reduced shipping cost and associated reduced risk of accidents. Due to the high cost of such an integrated production site it establishes a high entry barrier for competitors trying to enter the market for volume chemicals.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""The Federal Republic of Almain""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Agents:</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">- President Gerhard Schröder:</span> The leader of the Republic and the head of the goverment's executive branch. This politician and member of the old guard knows how to manage the masses.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">- Gral. Angelie Jinjur Pershing: </span> She has long dark hair, wears a green uniform, and generally acts impertinent while her army acts lackdaisical.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Forces</span>:<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Mechanical knight:</span> Refers to a humanoid automaton designed in the past.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">* Good commanders:</span> It is better to have a lion at the head of an army of sheep, than a sheep at the head of an army of lions.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">* Raider Group Doctrine:</span> This doctrine meant sending out groups of small fast ships with good endurance to contest the main sea route of the oceans..<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">* Gauss rifle:</span> Is a type of projectile accelerator consisting of one or more coils used as electromagnets in the configuration of a linear motor that accelerate a ferromagnetic or conducting projectile to high velocity.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">* Housecarls</span>: They serve as a well-equipped, disciplined, professional, and quite numerous standing army at the service of the President.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">* Stormän:</span> The term designates a noble or other man in a high social position, by birth, wealth or other qualities. <br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Infrastructure:</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">* Gärten:</span> They are created by staking out the shallow lake bed and then fencing in the rectangle with wattle. The fenced-off area was then layered with mud, lake sediment, and decaying vegetation, eventually bringing it above the level of the lake. Often trees such as āhuexōtl and āhuēhuētl were planted at the corners to secure the Gärten. Gärtens were separated by channels wide enough for a canoe to pass. These ""islands"" had very high crop yields with up to 7 harvests a year.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">* The Alemanniawerft:</span> Originally founded as the Nordtedesch Schiffbau-Gesellschaft in 1857, the wharf was bought by renowned industrialist Friedrich von Essen in 1962, and renamed the Alemanniawerft.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Culture:</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">* Political Contract</span>: Is theory or model, originating during the Age of Madness, that typically addresses the questions of the origin of society and the legitimacy of the authority of the state over the individual.Social contract arguments typically posit that individuals have consented, either explicitly or tacitly, to surrender some of their freedoms and submit to the authority of the ruler or magistrate (or to the decision of a majority), in exchange for protection of their remaining rights. The question of the relation between natural and legal rights, therefore, is often an aspect of social contract theory.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">* The Siegestor:</span> Is a three-arched triumphal arch crowned with a statue of Alemannia with a lion-quadriga. dedicated to the glory of the Tedeschian army.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">* The Schwabing Circles:</span> the Schwabing area of Munchen became known, probably due in large part to the large university and student presence, as a Böhmen hub of intellectual activity, drawing to it many modernist artists and authors.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">* The Reinheitsgebot</span>: Is a regulation concerning the production of beer in the Almain Republic.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">* (O)stomachion:</span> This is a dissection puzzle similar to a Tangram, and the treatise describing it was found in more complete form in the Archimedes Palimpsest.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Knowledge:</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">* The Prince:</span> He who neglects what is done for what ought to be done, sooner effects his ruin than his preservation.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">* Iron and Coal</span>: A blast furnace was used to make pig iron, which then had to undergo a further process to make forgeable bar iron. Processes for the second stage include fining in a finery forge and, from the Industrial Revolution, puddling. However both processes are now obsolete, and wrought iron is now hardly made.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">* An electric current</span>: Is a flow of electric charge. In electric circuits this charge is often carried by moving electrons in a wire. It can also be carried by ions in an electrolyte, or by both ions and electrons such as in a plasma.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">* Smallpox vaccine:</span> ''The initial source of infection was a disease of horses, called ""the grease"", which was transferred to cattle by farm workers, transformed, and then manifested as cowpox.''<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">* Sodium carbonate (soda)</span>: Was produced by the Leblanc process until 1880, when the much cheaper Solvay process became available. BASF ceased to make its own and bought it from the Solvay company thereafter.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">* Dyes</span>: The discovery in 1856 by William Henry Perkin that aniline could be used to make intense colouring agents had led to the commercial production of synthetic dyes from aniline extracted from coal tar. BASF recruited Heinrich Caro, a Tedeschian chemist with experience of the dyestuffs industry. Caro developed a synthesis for alizarin (a natural pigment in madder), and applied for a British patent on 25 June 1869. Coincidentally Perkin applied for a virtually identical patent on 26 June 1869, and the two companies came to a mutual commercial agreement about the process. Further patents were granted for the synthesis of methylene blue and eosin, and in 1880 research began to try to find a synthetic process for indigo dye, though this was not successfully brought to the market until 1897. In 1901, some 80% of the BASF production was dyestuffs<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">* Sulfuric acid</span>: Was initially produced by the lead chamber process, but in 1890 a unit using the contact process was brought on stream, producing the acid at higher concentration (98% instead of 80%) and at lower cost. This followed extensive research and development by Rudolf Knietsch, for which he received the Liebig Medal in 1904.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">* Ammonia:</span> The development of the Haber process from 1908 to 1912 made it possible to synthesize ammonia (a major industrial chemical as the primary source of nitrogen), and, after acquiring exclusive rights to the process, in 1913 BASF started a new production plant in Oppau, adding fertilizers to its product range. BASF also acquired and began mining anhydrite for gypsum at the Kohnstein in 1917.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">* Ultraviolet Light</span>: Is electromagnetic radiation with a wavelength shorter than that of visible light but longer than X-rays.</div></div></div>"
7930,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=200,2014-12-26T16:03:00,Harndar,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Republic of Harndar, Rolanda Province</span><br/><br/>Hersod sat on a bench in a park, looking around his surroundings. Although building still plot the land, it also had a hint of nature here and there. Trees were sometimes planted between the side walks, gardens are placed in front of houses, green grass of where there aren't any buildings, and more. He sighs,"" This place."" He says with a smile,"" It's beautiful, to think that a mountain is a terrible place to live."" Suddenly a messenger came running, calling his name. The messenger sees Hersod and runs toward him, panting and tired, but eager to tell a something to him. ""Her-Hersod, I have good news."" He said, smiling while panting in from of him."" Your request of exploration has come to the Council."" Hersod got up. ""What did they say?"" Hersod, replied, he was happy to hear that it had gone through and was anxious for the final results. "" They said that they want you to proceed with it!"" Hersod laughs with delight. "" This is wonderful news! I'll head to the Colonies of the Trederans at sunset! This is probably gonma be the time when my dreams come true, Harndar being known to the world.""<br/><br/><br/>(Note: Whoever are the Trederans, I'm probably gonna be near your colonies)"
7931,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=200,2014-12-28T12:09:00,Pac Kindom,"Bython 10<br/>Progress has changed the countryside. Railroads, factories and Mines popped up everywhere around Bython. New homes have been built, new farms were established,<br/><br/>Bython enginers builds a gasoline-powered version of his tandem-winged ""Aerodromes."" there first successful flying model to be propelled by an internal combustion engine. the mode fly upto half a mile and after years of develoment they complete there first sustained flight with a powered, controlled. On their best flight of the day, they covers 852 feet over the ground in 59 seconds. A year later they introduce the Flyer, the world’s first practical airplane.<br/><br/>In the early days of bython aviation, an aerodrome was built it has no paved runways and all landing fields were grass, only permited takeoffs and landings in only a 2 of directions.<br/><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Item gains""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Telecommunication, Flight, Airfleet, Bython Airfield, Ryddid Airfield </span></div></div></div><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Bython Union""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Agent</span> (1) <br/>Maelor Pritchett</span> A great inventor and current leader of Bython Union who designed and built of the the current fishing fleet.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Forces</span> (3)<br/>The Bython Guard</span> is a force maintained by the Bython Union and is responsible for the safety of the and the security of the Union.<br/>1000 Powered Cavalry (motorbbikes) with bolt-action rifles a small 6 shot pistol and a simple knife <br/>10,000 foot soldiers with bolt-action rifles a small 6 shot pistol and a simple knife <br/>1,000 The Gatling Gunners armed with a belt fed gattling gun cable of piercing thin armour and a small 6 shot pistol and a simple knife.<br/>1,000 Cannons each crewed by three people and are armed with armour piercing and explode anti personal rounds. Each person is also armed with a small 6 shot pistol and a simple knife. These are new units and not very accurate but highly effected when the target.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bython Navy</span> Created to protect off shore fishing and explore the waves<br/>Bython Home Squadron, Fredom Squadron<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Daring-class_destroyer_&amp;#40;1893&amp;"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Daring-cla ... &amp;#40;1893&amp;</a>#41;<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Highflyer-class_cruiser"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Highflyer-class_cruiser</a><br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_pre-dreadnought_battleships_of_the_Royal_Navy#Majestic_class"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_pr ... stic_class</a><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Bython Airfleet</span> is a force maintained by the Bython Union and is responsible for the safety air ways of the Union.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Infrastructure</span> (4)<br/>Conwy,</span> This town is home to most of the people of the Union and set stride a river which flows thro the town in to the port and out to sea. Town surround the port an is made up of simple and practical stone constructions.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Caernarfon</span> A town in a valley to the east of Conwy. Town surround an central square and is made up of simple and practical red brick constructions.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Caer</span> was a once a very large prison and mine complex. Now it more resembles an old Norman castle with large gray stone walls built out from the mountains them self’s in side the walls there are 10’s of large red brick constructions and 3 small gardens and the entrance to the mines<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ryddid</span> Continent west of Xel'nox. Town surround the port an is made up of simple and practical stone constructions.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Special Infrastructure</span> (4)<br/>[b]Maes Olew</span> An oil field/Refinery in the north of Bython<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Rheilffordd</span> These railroads connect the cities and towns of the Union. <br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bython Airfield </span> an aerodrome was built with no paved runways <br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ryddid Airfield </span> an aerodrome was built with no paved runways <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Culture</span> (1)<br/>Bython Code </span> The Bythons are fare, free, people who live by the code honor thy Father, Protect the weak, be loyal to friends and family<br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Knowledge: </span><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">-LEVEL 1-</span></span> (All)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">-LEVEL 2-</span></span> (All)<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">-LEVEL 3-</span></span> (3)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Combustion,Telecommunication, Flight </span></div></div></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""State of The Union""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">[b]<br/>The Union is an oligarchy ruled by the Cast Council. Although there is a capital city ,Conwy the Cast Council can meet in any City. The Cast Council is made up of eight individuals, two from the 4 main Cast ,Warrior, Builder, Grower and Teacher .<br/>The Builder cast controls all types of construction mine and manfraction and are based in Caer.<br/>The Grower cast controls all types of food production and are based in Conwy.<br/>The Warrior Cast is responsible for the safety of the and the security of the Union and are based in Conwy.<br/>The Teacher Cast is responsible for the teaching of the Union young and and all reschard and development. They are based in Caernarfon.<br/>The Religious Cast at this time number about 20 individuals . They are based in Caernarfon.</div></div></div>"
7932,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=200,2014-12-28T13:15:00,United Soviet Jason Republic,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">New Era:<br/>City of Leto</span></span><br/>Men in rifles ran up the stairs of the royal palace. Guards tried to fire back, taking a volley off before they were forced into hand combat. Men drew their sabers and engaged. The attackers yelled ""Ya Hya Chouhada!"" or 'Long live the fighters' as they rushed forward to kill the palace guard. Their blood ran down the sandstone steps. Finally they broke into the inner palace. Sulitan Hauabar Al-Ada was dragged out and brought before the heads of the assault. The tribal leaders each took a turn kicking him as he screamed out curses. For several years the empire was stagnating under his rule. The tribes lost more power as he gained it. This was the reaction. Together the tribes sentenced him to death. Zensunni Yali was elected as the new Sulitan. The new monarch formed a body in which the tribes had representation in the goverment. He gave tribal elders and leaders positions high up. However the empire was changed. At this time oil, the black gold of the inner desert, was being converted into a mass market product. Strange new metal beasts went through the streets. Cars, they were called, were at first for the wealthy. The tribal leaders were wary of them at first, but soon took to the steel beasts. Then, when paired with assembly lines, they took off. The military too embraced them. New machines were made, warriors like never before seen. They were slower than horses, for now, but were stronger. Nomads hated them at first, but more settled tribes adopted the technology. The crown, trying to stay ahead of the game, also adopted them.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""The Empire""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">14 (EXCLUDING LEVEL 2 TECH)<br/>[Agents] Varota Al-Ada: Second cousin of Harq Al-Ada, and not directly related, Varota is a member of the Assukm tribes and represents them in the royal court. He is an avid expansionists and general. <br/><br/>[Agents] Sulitan Zensunni Yali, King of the Empire, Yali took over from his cousin in a coup against the royal family. Using the angry nomads and religious fervor he rose quickly to power, taking over the empire in a short military take over. Tribes now send representatives to the capital on a yearly basis to give their consent to him. It is now unspoken that the office of Sulitan is one headed by tribal leaders who give power to the Sulitan. <br/><br/>[Forces]First Firmi: Modern infantry division that employs rifles, gattling gunners, cannons and modern weapons and tactics in battle. The group has been reformed into a professional army that serves the Sulitan. Their tan uniforms are factory made, along with their arms, gear and other goods. Their guns are rifled and can fire up to seven shots in a load. <br/><br/>[Forces] Second Firmi (The Mounted Firmi): This group of warriors are trained in mounted combat. Their job is to protect the Great Railroad going north. To do this they are stationed on every train, water stop and patrol the route. These troops are trained in the northern style of combat and are drafted from the nomads. These nomads patrol the line on camel, horseback and airship.<br/><br/>[Forces] Third Firmi: Another land based military division. <br/><br/>[Forces] Fourth Firmi: Another land division. <br/><br/>[Forces] 1st Ameralite: Rebuilt from the Raiders this naval task force is compiled of dreadnoughts, destroyers and frigates updated with modern technology. The Navy has been overhauled and now serves the Sulitan like the army, no longer pirates. The task force is professional <br/><br/>[Forces] 2nd Ameralite<br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The City of Leto still stands. Despite it being nearly abandoned after the old empire collapsed the large, deep ports inside of the city were returned to and inhabited again. The city has very little notable about it and stands at the mouth of the Lea river, the lifeblood of the Settled and Nomadic people.<br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The city of Akksum has been taken into the realm. The city is home to a new palace, temple and ports. Under the rule of Harq Al-Ada the city's population grew. Walls would be constructed around the city, a market place built and trade between the desert would grow. The city has a library, sprawling markets, and a palace of its own. <br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The city of Bagghar is little more than a port city and trading outpost. From the north it if the first city in which trade is brought into the Empire. Frequented by merchants it is a bustling market. From this city nomads take goods south to Akksum or Leto. <br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The Township of Southern Ameralite: These four small towns are built upon the ruins of former Ameralite cities. These towns are focused around mining and lumber trade which is then transported to the southern cities. <br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The Leto Lines have been constructed. These railroads connect the cities and towns of the Empire. They are owned by different private companies and have been granted land by the Sulitan. Now goods are traveling faster than before and the economy is booming. However Nomads find themselves less and less useful in the economy. Less honorable ones are settling due to the lines. Others struggle to make a living and are removing them selves from the economy. <br/><br/>[Infrastructure] Transcontinental Railroad. The line runs from the Iron Despotism in the north to the sandy city of Leto. The line has several stops in the empire and connects directly to existing lines. This allows for more use of the line. The line also contains telegraphs lines near by that have become the basis of fast information being sent from city to city. <br/><br/>[Infrastructure] Agamer City: This city, in the heart of the desert, is home to the countries oil refineries that have sprung up due to the discovery of oil in the inner desert. These deposits are drilled and transported to the city on rail and boat, refined, and shipped up north. The city has forces stationed in it to protect from outside raiding. The facility is vital to the new oil based economy. <br/><br/>[Culture] The Hymes of Dar Al-Hikman, a renound art school before the collapse of the old empire have now been turned into a holy book. The school was re founded after the return of inhabitants to the city of Leto. The book comprises of hymns from the settled and nomadic people and preach respect for the desert and water. Often times the desert and ocean are referred to as being liquids, as they both seem to flow and have waves. The classic book provides the moral and civil codes of the people in the Empire. <br/><br/>[Culture] The Azhar Book: The first mass printed religious guide for the new modern era. More of a political and economic manual the book opens the society for more religious and spiritual debate. The book tries to address the issue of the collapse of nomadic lifestyle. It leaves open the question of religion. <br/><br/>[Knowledge] Engineering, Chemistry, Steam Power, Calculus, Biology, Navigation<br/><br/>Level Two<br/>[Knowledge] Physics, Railroads, Clockwork, Replaceable parts, Metleugry, Geology, Medicine/Petrochemical, Electricity,--photography--(need)<br/>Level Three<br/>[knowledge]Combustion</div></div></div>"
7933,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=200,2014-12-28T14:06:00,New Fraulasia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lotill, 2011 A.O.P.</span><br/>The director of Natural Sciences, Edgeril, has died. His body, as he had declared in life, was donated to science. And what accomplishment he achieved in death! With his sickened and weakened body, Goffsill doctors finally had a solid way to study human anatomy a physiology. The analysis of his body brought to the physicians' attention the existence of harmful microbes within the body, causing sickness and illness. Also, Goffsill began experimenting with other substances within the swamplands, particularly a substance related to tar and of biological origin.<br/><br/>Item gains for 2011 A.O.P., 12/25/14:<br/>Knowledge: Medicine & Petrochemistry<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">First Skyfleet, South of the Iron Despotism, West of Gygax, 2011 A.O.P.</span><br/>The First Skyfleet now explores the Tyrant's Tundra ( a satirical name coined after the Despotism). It is not easy going. Ice-storms and blizzards hinder their progress, and an airship is lost with all hands when the balloon is punctured. Spirits are low."
7934,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=200,2014-12-29T08:24:00,Pac Kindom,"Bython 12<br/><br/>The Bython Union is growing. Their people spread south east along the coast from Conwy as they went they constructing farms and small vilages, apon reaching a wide flat valley they decied to build a new town and after years of hard work the settlement was completed and after a simple naming ceremony Borthiant is founded. Town is built around an central square and is made up of simple and practical of simple and practical white wash stone constructions.<br/>Now that byyhon has achieved powered and controlled flight, progress has been made to wards a practical flying machine for general use. This period will come to be know as pioneer era of aviation.<br/>In this year, aeroplanes remained frail and of little practical use. The limited engine power available meant that the effective payload was extremely limited. the plains are mostly consisted of hardwood materials or steel tubing, braced with steel wires and covered in linen fabric. However these evolving flying machines were recognised to be not just toys<br/><br/><br/>Ryddid<br/>10 years to this night after the the night of knifes where the people Ryddid freed them selfs form the know invaders and victory of the battle of the bay the final wood building have been replaced with stone and after 5 years of work there simple port is complted<br/><br/><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Item gains""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Borthiant</span>A town in a valley to the east of Conwy. Town surround an central square and is made up of simple and practical white wash stones constructions.</div></div></div><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Bython Union""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Agent</span> (1) <br/>Maelor Pritchett</span> A great inventor and current leader of Bython Union who designed and built of the the current fishing fleet.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Forces</span> (3)<br/>The Bython Guard</span> is a force maintained by the Bython Union and is responsible for the safety of the and the security of the Union.<br/>1000 Powered Cavalry (motorbbikes) with bolt-action rifles a small 6 shot pistol and a simple knife <br/>10,000 foot soldiers with bolt-action rifles a small 6 shot pistol and a simple knife <br/>1,000 The Gatling Gunners armed with a belt fed gattling gun cable of piercing thin armour and a small 6 shot pistol and a simple knife.<br/>1,000 Cannons each crewed by three people and are armed with armour piercing and explode anti personal rounds. Each person is also armed with a small 6 shot pistol and a simple knife. These are new units and not very accurate but highly effected when the target.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bython Navy</span> Created to protect off shore fishing and explore the waves<br/>Bython Home Squadron, Fredom Squadron<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Daring-class_destroyer_&amp;#40;1893&amp;"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Daring-cla ... &amp;#40;1893&amp;</a>#41;<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Highflyer-class_cruiser"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Highflyer-class_cruiser</a><br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_pre-dreadnought_battleships_of_the_Royal_Navy#Majestic_class"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_pr ... stic_class</a><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Bython Airfleet</span> is a force maintained by the Bython Union and is responsible for the safety air ways of the Union.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Infrastructure</span></span> (6)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Conwy</span> This town is home to most of the people of the Union and set stride a river which flows thro the town in to the port and out to sea. Town surround the port an is made up of simple and practical stone constructions.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Caernarfon</span> A town in a valley to the west of Conwy. Town surround an central square and is made up of simple and practical red brick constructions.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Caer</span> was a once a very large prison and mine complex. Now it more resembles an old Norman castle with large gray stone walls built out from the mountains them self’s in side the walls there are 10’s of large red brick constructions and 3 small gardens and the entrance to the mines<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ryddid</span> Continent west of Xel'nox. Town surround the port an is made up of simple and practical stone constructions.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Borthiant</span>A town in a valley to the east of Conwy. Town surround an central square and is made up of simple and practical white wash stones constructions.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Special Infrastructure</span> (4)<br/>[b]Maes Olew</span> An oil field/Refinery in the north of Bython<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Rheilffordd</span> These railroads connect the cities and towns of the Union. <br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bython Airfield </span> an aerodrome was built with no paved runways <br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ryddid Airfield </span> an aerodrome was built with no paved runways <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Culture</span> (1)<br/>Bython Code </span> The Bythons are fare, free, people who live by the code honor thy Father, Protect the weak, be loyal to friends and family<br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Knowledge: </span><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">-LEVEL 1-</span></span> (All)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Biology, Engineering, Construction, Astronomy, Calculus, Steam Power, Chemistry</span> <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">-LEVEL 2-</span></span> (7)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""> Physics, Clockworks, Metallurgy, Railroad, Industrial Automation, Electricity, Medicine/Pertochemistry, Geology </span> <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">-LEVEL 3-</span></span> (3)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Combustion,Telecommunication, Flight ,</span></div></div></div><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""State of The Union""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">[b]<br/>The Union is an oligarchy ruled by the Cast Council. Although there is a capital city ,Conwy the Cast Council can meet in any City. The Cast Council is made up of eight individuals, two from the 4 main Cast ,Warrior, Builder, Grower and Teacher .<br/>The Builder cast controls all types of construction mine and manfraction and are based in Caer.<br/>The Grower cast controls all types of food production and are based in Borthiant.<br/>The Warrior Cast is responsible for the safety of the and the security of the Union and are based in Conwy.<br/>The Teacher Cast is responsible for the teaching of the Union young and and all reschard and development. They are based in Caernarfon.<br/>The Religious Cast at this time number about 20 individuals . They are based in Caernarfon.</div></div></div>"
7935,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=200,2014-12-30T08:42:00,Harndar,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Harndar, Dragonair Province</span><br/>Harndarians of that district finally got rid of all barbarians to the south of them and wish to expand there with the Council's approval of course. The Council of Harndar approved it and so Harndarians expand thier borders. Harndarians cheer for the land growth and see that the land there is fertile and with Harndarian power to shape the lands to their hearts content, They know that they can shape the land to a Harndarian occupied world. Towns expand and create new towns for Harndar and help Harndarians grow from a population of 1000 to 1340, Harndarians also found out that there was a cave that was filled with several types of ores and began making a mine out of it.<br/><br/>(tell me if I'm doing something wrong, this is my first time rping like this.)"
7936,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=200,2014-12-30T13:35:00,Pac Kindom,"Bython 14<br/>Since Bython first [/spoiler] fight they have been continuing to development there aircraft and the time was right to test there latist planes, there test flight was from Bython Airfield to Ryddid Airfield. They also found if the runways were made out of stone aids take off.<br/><br/>Since 12 BAFR a group of philosophers and scientists from all over Bython gather in Caernarfon to study and mediate on a mystical force binding all life together and years later one monk began to sense the life force of the people around him.<br/><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Item gains""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Sense </span> The abality to sense the life force of the people around them.</div></div></div><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Bython Union""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Agent</span> (1) <br/>Maelor Pritchett</span> A great inventor and current leader of Bython Union who designed and built of the the current fishing fleet.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Forces</span> (3)<br/>The Bython Guard</span> is a force maintained by the Bython Union and is responsible for the safety of the and the security of the Union.<br/>1000 Powered Cavalry (motorbikes) with bolt-action rifles a small 6 shot pistol and a simple knife <br/>10,000 foot soldiers with bolt-action rifles a small 6 shot pistol and a simple knife <br/>1,000 The Gatling Gunners armed with a belt fed gattling gun cable of piercing thin Armour and a small 6 shot pistol and a simple knife.<br/>1,000 Cannons each crewed by three people and are armed with Armour piercing and explode anti personal rounds. Each person is also armed with a small 6 shot pistol and a simple knife. These are new units and not very accurate but highly effected when the target.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bython Navy</span> Created to protect off shore fishing and explore the waves<br/>Bython Home Squadron, Freedom Squadron<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Daring-class_destroyer_&amp;#40;1893&amp;"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Daring-cla ... &amp;#40;1893&amp;</a>#41;<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Highflyer-class_cruiser"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Highflyer-class_cruiser</a><br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_pre-dreadnought_battleships_of_the_Royal_Navy#Majestic_class"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_pr ... stic_class</a><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Bython Air fleet</span> is a force maintained by the Bython Union and is responsible for the safety air ways of the Union.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Infrastructure</span></span> (6)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Conwy</span> This town is home to most of the people of the Union and set stride a river which flows thro the town in to the port and out to sea. Town surround the port an is made up of simple and practical stone constructions.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Caernarfon</span> A town in a valley to the west of Conwy. Town surround an central square and is made up of simple and practical red brick constructions.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Caer</span> was a once a very large prison and mine complex. Now it more resembles an old Norman castle with large gray stone walls built out from the mountains them self’s in side the walls there are 10’s of large red brick constructions and 3 small gardens and the entrance to the mines<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ryddid</span> Continent west of Xel'nox. Town surround the port an is made up of simple and practical stone constructions.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Borthiant</span>A town in a valley to the east of Conwy. Town surround an central square and is made up of simple and practical white wash stones constructions.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Special Infrastructure</span> (4)<br/>[b]Maes Olew</span> An oil field/Refinery in the north of Bython<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Rheilffordd</span> These railroads connect the cities and towns of the Union. <br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bython Airfield </span> an aerodrome was built with paved runways <br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ryddid Airfield </span> an aerodrome was built with paved runways <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Culture</span> </span>(1)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bython Code </span> The Bythons are fare, free, people who live by the code honor thy Father, Protect the weak, be loyal to friends and family<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Magic</span> </span>(1)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Sense </span> The abality to sense the life force of the people around them.<br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Knowledge: </span><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">-LEVEL 1-</span></span> (All)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Biology, Engineering, Construction, Astronomy, Calculus, Steam Power, Chemistry</span> <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">-LEVEL 2-</span></span> (7)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""> Physics, Clockworks, Metallurgy, Railroad, Industrial Automation, Electricity, Medicine/Pertochemistry, Geology </span> <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">-LEVEL 3-</span></span> (3)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Combustion,Telecommunication, Flight </span></div></div></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""State of The Union""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">[b]<br/>The Union is an oligarchy ruled by the Cast Council. Although there is a capital city ,Conwy the Cast Council can meet in any City. The Cast Council is made up of eight individuals, two from the 4 main Cast ,Warrior, Builder, Grower and Teacher .<br/>The Builder cast controls all types of construction mine and manfraction and are based in Caer.<br/>The Grower cast controls all types of food production and are based in Conwy.<br/>The Warrior Cast is responsible for the safety of the and the security of the Union and are based in Conwy.<br/>The Teacher Cast is responsible for the teaching of the Union young and and all research and development. They are based in Caernarfon.<br/>The Religious Cast at this time number about 20 individuals . They are based in Caernarfon.</div></div></div>"
7937,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=200,2014-12-31T11:02:00,Pac Kindom,"Bython 16<br/><br/>The workmen were digging hole, raising the poles, running wire between the poles. The Bython' Telephone Line, extending from Caernarfon to the Conwy and on to Borthiant and the line North to Ryddid was finished within the year.<br/><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Item gains""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Telephone Line</span> These Telephone Line connect the cities and towns of the Union.</div></div></div><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Bython Union""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Agent</span> (1) <br/>Maelor Pritchett</span> A great inventor and current leader of Bython Union who designed and built of the the current fishing fleet.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Forces</span> (3)<br/>The Bython Guard</span> is a force maintained by the Bython Union and is responsible for the safety of the and the security of the Union.<br/>1000 Powered Cavalry (motorbikes) with bolt-action rifles a small 6 shot pistol and a simple knife <br/>10,000 foot soldiers with bolt-action rifles a small 6 shot pistol and a simple knife <br/>1,000 The Gatling Gunners armed with a belt fed gattling gun cable of piercing thin Armour and a small 6 shot pistol and a simple knife.<br/>1,000 Cannons each crewed by three people and are armed with Armour piercing and explode anti personal rounds. Each person is also armed with a small 6 shot pistol and a simple knife. These are new units and not very accurate but highly effected when the target.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bython Navy</span> Created to protect off shore fishing and explore the waves<br/>Bython Home Squadron, Freedom Squadron<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Daring-class_destroyer_&amp;#40;1893&amp;"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Daring-cla ... &amp;#40;1893&amp;</a>#41;<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Highflyer-class_cruiser"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Highflyer-class_cruiser</a><br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_pre-dreadnought_battleships_of_the_Royal_Navy#Majestic_class"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_pr ... stic_class</a><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Bython Air fleet</span> is a force maintained by the Bython Union and is responsible for the safety air ways of the Union.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Infrastructure</span></span> (6)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Conwy</span> This town is home to most of the people of the Union and set stride a river which flows thro the town in to the port and out to sea. Town surround the port an is made up of simple and practical stone constructions.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Caernarfon</span> A town in a valley to the west of Conwy. Town surround an central square and is made up of simple and practical red brick constructions.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Caer</span> was a once a very large prison and mine complex. Now it more resembles an old Norman castle with large gray stone walls built out from the mountains them self’s in side the walls there are 10’s of large red brick constructions and 3 small gardens and the entrance to the mines<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ryddid</span> Continent west of Xel'nox. Town surround the port an is made up of simple and practical stone constructions.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Borthiant</span> A town in a valley to the east of Conwy. Town surround an central square and is made up of simple and practical white wash stones constructions.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Special Infrastructure</span> (5)<br/>[b]Maes Olew</span> An oil field/Refinery in the north of Bython<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Rheilffordd</span> These railroads connect the cities and towns of the Union. <br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Telephone Line</span> These Telephone Line connect the cities and towns of the Union. <br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bython Airfield </span> an aerodrome was built with paved runways <br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ryddid Airfield </span> an aerodrome was built with paved runways <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Culture</span> </span>(1)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bython Code </span> The Bythons are fare, free, people who live by the code honor thy Father, Protect the weak, be loyal to friends and family<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Magic</span> </span>(1)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Sense </span> The ability to sense the life force of the people around them.<br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Knowledge: </span><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">-LEVEL 1-</span></span> (All)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Biology, Engineering, Construction, Astronomy, Calculus, Steam Power, Chemistry</span> <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">-LEVEL 2-</span></span> (7)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""> Physics, Clockworks, Metallurgy, Railroad, Industrial Automation, Electricity, Medicine/Pertochemistry, Geology </span> <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">-LEVEL 3-</span></span> (3)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Combustion,Telecommunication, Flight </span></div></div></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""State of The Union""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">[b]<br/>The Union is an oligarchy ruled by the Cast Council. Although there is a capital city ,Conwy the Cast Council can meet in any City. The Cast Council is made up of eight individuals, two from the 4 main Cast ,Warrior, Builder, Grower and Teacher .<br/>The Builder cast controls all types of construction mine and manfraction and are based in Caer.<br/>The Grower cast controls all types of food production and are based in Conwy.<br/>The Warrior Cast is responsible for the safety of the and the security of the Union and are based in Conwy.<br/>The Teacher Cast is responsible for the teaching of the Union young and and all research and development. They are based in Caernarfon.<br/>The Religious Cast at this time number about 20 individuals . They are based in Caernarfon.</div></div></div>"
7938,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=200,2014-12-31T18:07:00,Harndar,Harndarians are now interested into what is inside us and now currently dissecting animal and deceased people that volunteered.
7939,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=200,2014-12-31T21:51:00,Cuprum,"The new goverment worked hard to reform and modernize the schools at the local level. The era was notable for a dramatic expansion in the number of schools and students served, especially in the fast-growing metropolitan cities. After 1900 the smaller cities began building high schools. By 1930, 50% of young adults had earned a high school diploma. The result was the rapid growth of the educated middle class, who typically were the grass roots supporters of Progressive measures.<br/><br/>A Finanzclique system was applied during the progressive era and four big companies were born. The Big Four Conglomerates of, in chronological order of founding, Essen, Werner, Beckmann and Löscher are the most significant financial groups. Throughout the progressive era, the government employed their financial powers and expertise for various endeavors, including tax collection, military procurement and foreign trade.<br/><br/>The epicenter of the ""big four"" conglomerates is a bank and a trading company. Tedeschian banks are allowed to have equity in other firms with a quota of less than 5% of the total number of shares issued by the company. Banks play a crucial role in the smooth functioning of this organization. They assess the investment projects and provide loans when required. The trading companies deal in imports and exports of an assorted range of commodities throughout the world. Each major company has its own ""President's Club"", enabling interaction of core members to better help decide their strategies.<br/><br/>Friedrich von Essen, my father in law, is the chairman of the Essen conglomerate but the issue that concerns his business future is he doesn't have an heir, my wife is his only precious daughter. He'll cut my balls if i don't do a good development as the next chairman of the conglomerate. I can't bear this way of life, i'm an artist, a son of the wind, freedom is my last name. I don't know what to do without getting my balls cut, I already have a plan."
7940,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=200,2015-01-01T14:15:00,Pac Kindom,"Bython 18<br/>Bython Navy wonder if it is possible to make a Ship or Boat that goes under the water unto the bottome, and so to come up again at your pleasure, there workable prototype submarine. This was to be a completely enclosed boat that could be submerged and rowed beneath the surface. Comprising a completely enclosed wooden vessel sheathed in waterproofed leather, it was to be submerged by using hand operated wooden screw thread adjustable plungers pressing against flexible leather bags located at the sides in order to increase or decrease the volume of water to adjust the buoyancy of the craft.<br/><br/>Over the next few years they improve there design and latest one is for a new submarine c, which could operate with the fleet, sweeping ahead of it in a fleet action.. To keep up with fleet was to be steam powered. In a fleet action, the submarines would get around the back of the enemy fleet and ambush it as it retreated.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Item gains""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Sense </span> The ability to sense the life force of the people around them.</div></div></div><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Bython Union""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Agent</span> (1) <br/>Maelor Pritchett</span> A great inventor and current leader of Bython Union who designed and built of the the current fishing fleet.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Forces</span> (4)<br/>The Bython Guard</span> is a force maintained by the Bython Union and is responsible for the safety of the and the security of the Union.<br/>1000 Powered Cavalry (motorbikes) with bolt-action rifles a small 6 shot pistol and a simple knife <br/>10,000 foot soldiers with bolt-action rifles a small 6 shot pistol and a simple knife <br/>1,000 The Gatling Gunners armed with a belt fed gattling gun cable of piercing thin Armour and a small 6 shot pistol and a simple knife.<br/>1,000 Cannons each crewed by three people and are armed with Armour piercing and explode anti personal rounds. Each person is also armed with a small 6 shot pistol and a simple knife. These are new units and not very accurate but highly effected when the target.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bython Navy</span> Created to protect off shore fishing and explore the waves<br/>Bython Home Fleet, Freedom Fleet<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Daring-class_destroyer_&amp;#40;1893&amp;"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Daring-cla ... &amp;#40;1893&amp;</a>#41;<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Highflyer-class_cruiser"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Highflyer-class_cruiser</a><br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_pre-dreadnought_battleships_of_the_Royal_Navy#Majestic_class"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_pr ... stic_class</a><br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/British_K-class_submarine"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/British_K-class_submarine</a><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Bython Air fleet</span> is a force maintained by the Bython Union and is responsible for the safety air ways of the Union.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Infrastructure</span></span> (6)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Conwy</span> This town is home to most of the people of the Union and set stride a river which flows thro the town in to the port and out to sea. Town surround the port an is made up of simple and practical stone constructions.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Caernarfon</span> A town in a valley to the west of Conwy. Town surround an central square and is made up of simple and practical red brick constructions.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Caer</span> was a once a very large prison and mine complex. Now it more resembles an old Norman castle with large gray stone walls built out from the mountains them self’s in side the walls there are 10’s of large red brick constructions and 3 small gardens and the entrance to the mines<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ryddid</span> Continent west of Xel'nox. Town surround the port an is made up of simple and practical stone constructions.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Borthiant</span>A town in a valley to the east of Conwy. Town surround an central square and is made up of simple and practical white wash stones constructions.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Special Infrastructure</span> (4)<br/>[b]Maes Olew</span> An oil field/Refinery in the north of Bython<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Rheilffordd</span> These railroads connect the cities and towns of the Union. <br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bython Airfield </span> an aerodrome was built with paved runways <br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ryddid Airfield </span> an aerodrome was built with paved runways <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Culture</span> </span>(1)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bython Code </span> The Bythons are fare, free, people who live by the code honor thy Father, Protect the weak, be loyal to friends and family<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Magic</span> </span>(1)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Sense </span> The abality to sense the life force of the people around them.<br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Knowledge: </span><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">-LEVEL 1-</span></span> (All)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Biology, Engineering, Construction, Astronomy, Calculus, Steam Power, Chemistry</span> <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">-LEVEL 2-</span></span> (7)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""> Physics, Clockworks, Metallurgy, Railroad, Industrial Automation, Electricity, Medicine/Pertochemistry, Geology </span> <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">-LEVEL 3-</span></span> (3)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Combustion,Telecommunication, Flight ,</span></div></div></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""State of The Union""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">The Union is an oligarchy ruled by the Cast Council. Although there is a capital city ,Conwy the Cast Council can meet in any City. The Cast Council is made up of eight individuals, two from the 4 main Cast ,Warrior, Builder, Grower and Teacher .<br/>The Builder cast controls all types of construction mine and manfraction and are based in Caer.<br/>The Grower cast controls all types of food production and are based in Conwy.<br/>The Warrior Cast is responsible for the safety of the and the security of the Union and are based in Conwy.<br/>The Teacher Cast is responsible for the teaching of the Union young and and all reschard and development. They are based in Caernarfon.<br/>The Religious Cast at this time number about 20 individuals . They are based in Caernarfon.</div></div></div>"
7941,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=200,2015-01-02T09:39:00,Pac Kindom,"Bython 20<br/><br/>The Teacher Cast has been studying why the body weakened and got studying human anatomy a physiology. this brought to there attention the existence of harmful microbes within the body, they also start to develop vaccines for disease that have plagued the people since the dark ages<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Item gains""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Organic Chemistry</span></div></div></div><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Bython Union""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Agent</span> (1) <br/>Maelor Pritchett</span> A great inventor and current leader of Bython Union who designed and built of the the current fishing fleet.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Forces</span> (4)<br/>The Bython Guard</span> is a force maintained by the Bython Union and is responsible for the safety of the and the security of the Union.<br/>1000 Powered Cavalry (motorbikes) with bolt-action rifles a small 6 shot pistol and a simple knife <br/>10,000 foot soldiers with bolt-action rifles a small 6 shot pistol and a simple knife <br/>1,000 The Gatling Gunners armed with a belt fed gattling gun cable of piercing thin Armour and a small 6 shot pistol and a simple knife.<br/>1,000 Cannons each crewed by three people and are armed with Armour piercing and explode anti personal rounds. Each person is also armed with a small 6 shot pistol and a simple knife. These are new units and not very accurate but highly effected when the target.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bython Navy</span> Created to protect off shore fishing and explore the waves<br/>Bython Home Fleet, Freedom Fleet<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Daring-class_destroyer_&amp;#40;1893&amp;"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Daring-cla ... &amp;#40;1893&amp;</a>#41;<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Highflyer-class_cruiser"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Highflyer-class_cruiser</a><br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_pre-dreadnought_battleships_of_the_Royal_Navy#Majestic_class"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_pr ... stic_class</a><br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/British_K-class_submarine"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/British_K-class_submarine</a><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Bython Air fleet</span> is a force maintained by the Bython Union and is responsible for the safety air ways of the Union.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Infrastructure</span></span> (6)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Conwy</span> This town is home to most of the people of the Union and set stride a river which flows thro the town in to the port and out to sea. Town surround the port an is made up of simple and practical stone constructions.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Caernarfon</span> A town in a valley to the west of Conwy. Town surround an central square and is made up of simple and practical red brick constructions.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Caer</span> was a once a very large prison and mine complex. Now it more resembles an old Norman castle with large gray stone walls built out from the mountains them self’s in side the walls there are 10’s of large red brick constructions and 3 small gardens and the entrance to the mines<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ryddid</span> Continent west of Xel'nox. Town surround the port an is made up of simple and practical stone constructions.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Borthiant</span>A town in a valley to the east of Conwy. Town surround an central square and is made up of simple and practical white wash stones constructions.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Special Infrastructure</span> (4)<br/>[b]Maes Olew</span> An oil field/Refinery in the north of Bython<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Rheilffordd</span> These railroads connect the cities and towns of the Union. <br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bython Airfield </span> an aerodrome was built with paved runways <br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ryddid Airfield </span> an aerodrome was built with paved runways <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Culture</span> </span>(1)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bython Code </span> The Bythons are fare, free, people who live by the code honor thy Father, Protect the weak, be loyal to friends and family<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Magic</span> </span>(1)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Sense </span> The abality to sense the life force of the people around them.<br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Knowledge: </span><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">-LEVEL 1-</span></span> (All)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Biology, Engineering, Construction, Astronomy, Calculus, Steam Power, Chemistry</span> <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">-LEVEL 2-</span></span> (7)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""> Physics, Clockworks, Metallurgy, Railroad, Industrial Automation, Electricity, Medicine/Pertochemistry, Geology </span> <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">-LEVEL 3-</span></span> (3)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Combustion,Telecommunication, Flight, Organic Chemistry</span></div></div></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""State of The Union""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">[b]<br/>The Union is an oligarchy ruled by the Cast Council. Although there is a capital city ,Conwy the Cast Council can meet in any City. The Cast Council is made up of eight individuals, two from the 4 main Cast ,Warrior, Builder, Grower and Teacher .<br/>The Builder cast controls all types of construction mine and manfraction and are based in Caer.<br/>The Grower cast controls all types of food production and are based in Conwy.<br/>The Warrior Cast is responsible for the safety of the and the security of the Union and are based in Conwy.<br/>The Teacher Cast is responsible for the teaching of the Union young and and all reschard and development. They are based in Caernarfon.<br/>The Religious Cast at this time number about 20 individuals . They are based in Caernarfon.</div></div></div>"
7942,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=200,2015-01-04T17:00:00,Levis Avara,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Altaria,Senate House</span>(New Era) (New Agent)<br/>The Senate cheered has Teddy Lenard stood to give his speech,he was likable and handsome had swayed the populace and ushered a golden age for the nation indeed some people had even wanted to reestablish the old monarchy so that he could rule for life but he was wisely against this.Lenard had served in the Altarian Navy has a great Admiral and scored many victories against pirates and insurgents.Also he was homosexual the first openly gay president to serve in the Republic even though there had been many gay leaders and even female leaders in the Empire and the Republic this was still a big deal.The media glamorized the ""First Gentleman"" story.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Advancement</span>Dec 28-Jan 4 (7 items)<br/>The Army had been upgraded to include the<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Tank divison</span>this would make the Calvary forces obsolete and the military would enjoy these new powerful toys has they would prove to push enemy forces back with great fire power.Also the<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Submarine Fleet</span>had been developed because other nations where developing their own submarines this would be absolutely necessary has the submarines allowed a stealth enter to enemy waters to attack.<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Flight</span>had also been reinvented and already other nations where developing air fleets so in order to keep up the pace a<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Jet Fleet</span>was constructed the new eagles of the sky.While strength in the sky was being made more strength was also being made on ground the<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Infantry Division </span>had been created expanding the Army and allowing more easier control of the Republics vast borders.Finally any global power needed a spy organization so the<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Nova Opus</span>had been born the most powerful spy agency in the Republic the Order was so hidden that the only way to know they existed in the outside world was their symbol a circle with the all seeing eye of Akmal the ancient Abisan god on the veii currency and various government buildings of course a majority of the populace didn't notice .The Order works in the Shadows whispering hidden in plain sight they use up to date technology to silently terminate threats to the Republic."
7943,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=200,2015-01-05T19:08:00,Levis Avara,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Chiba Island colony ,South Seas</span><br/><br/>3 special infrastructure wild cards<br/><br/><br/>The weary sailors moved their freight ships down to the tropical south seas,here many islands where finally colonized and perhaps the most prominent was Chiba a huge island that was perfect for growing sugar plantations and other cash crops to be shipped to various parts of the World.Indeed military and naval bases had been constructed projecting Altarian power across the globe and increasing the already powerful economy of Altarains preparing and planning for this had truly paid off.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Various Island colonies including Chiba Island</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Geneva Western Coast connects Eastern Colonies</span>(North West Continent)<br/>The eastern coast of Geneva had been colonized the infrastructure almost up to date roads,bridges connecting the colony and prosperity joy and comfort was the norm of this developed colony now the western part was beginning to be annexed by the Senate the population had increased to appropriate population levels in the west and the territory was annexed.Various towns and villages made up the Western Colony and entrepreneurs ,business men where turning the land from wilderness to conquer and civilize the land adding immense industrial and commercial resources with tons of mining and lumber towns growing like weeds across this vast territory proud descendants of the Arceans they also helped spread Vorinism to the native populace teaching the wisdom of the saint Vorin.<br/><br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">East Coast of Geneva,New Avon</span><br/>The proud city rose on the eastern coast of Geneva on a excellent harbor perfect for trade the first Altarians colonist knew this city would rise to a great trading center one day and indeed it did the city is a major seaport where tons of ships are constructed rivaling even the industry of the homeland few colonial cities are this well developed and big also boasting a strong cultural base and a important financial center for the new and old world and a strong and major banking system developing.New Avon is known for its creativity and strong work ethic this inertia leads to hectic development that has given rise to skyscrapers,plazas,clean streets and plentiful parks rivaling cities back home and it just won't stop growing has of now."
7944,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=200,2015-01-06T05:37:00,New Fraulasia,"For the 26th-27th<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lotill, 2013 A.O.P. to 2015 A.O.P.</span><br/>Professor Linden has started the projects. First of which comes a new industrial program regarding the production of better steel, capable of greater strength and durability. Then came the studying. Linden sends out teams of sureyors, using the established paths of the Skyfleet's first expedition. With surgical precision and efficiency, they catalogue almost every feature of the ground, in a new field called geology.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Skyfleet, 2013-2015</span><br/>The winter storms in the tundra were too much. Two more ships were lost before the fleet limped out, and found themselves on the fringe of a desert. With little frame of reference, the fleet begins a long and austere journey for what they believe to be their own coast.<br/><br/>Item gains:<br/>Knowledge: Metallurgy<br/>Knowledge: Geology"
7945,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=200,2015-01-06T12:59:00,New Strausberg,"The years of silence<br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Citadel</span><br/><br/>The Depostim retreated for many years into seclusion expanding to what lands remained in the tundra to further grow there military might. The Deep Guard where reevaluated and Strengthened. In addition to this several new brigades began to form, Yuris wolves a special forces defense force was soon formed specialized in hunting down spies and defending the land. They where Masters of the frozen landscape deemed the ""Tyrant Tundra"" by a few of the nations allies. These men lived in some of the harshest environments specifically conditioned to withstand the cold, it was belived to be breed into there DNA how to survive. They where ruthless killers and never took prisoners they where the Czars Executioners. With them also came the Czars Legion the first fully standing army ment for external expansion. They where armed with modern rifles and heavy armor able to withstand small arms fire. Perfessional soldiers ready to fight and die for there kingdom all indoctrinated through strict programs and centuries of a warrior caste these men where completely loyal to the Czar and him alone. While professions with modern weapons everyone in the legion was also taught how to fight with a sword the czar refusing to abandon a weapon that can often be more reliable.<br/><br/><br/>Next to these new military advances the sciences blossomed: Medicines, electricity, photography and combustion where all developed during this time. As the country continued to grow industrially as did its Infestructure soon the Czar was having industrial facilites built in ever city no matter how small determined not to fall behind and continue as a world producer of weapons. As the years went on and the Depostism began to open up again with the advent of cars chaos was soon arriving in the Leto Empire, eager to see his legions in action they where ordered to take the trains south to assist whoever would bring the Depostism a better deal then past Sultain. They where told to bring order back to the region and would do so gladly,the empire had been an ally of the Depostim since the old years and many wanted to see it continue. The legion was sent down with an army of 50,000 men using the rail lines established long ago to get there quicker.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Yuris Wolves Balloon crash Site</span><br/>Yuri and his wolves had discovered a crash site of ballons from there neighbors to the south. The crew where dead having died from the cold unforgiving weather of the tunda, there bodies where sent back to there empire but the technology was sent back to the citadel, it was deemed fit that since they where over Depostism lands no reason to return good materials, several others where found and the same done all supplies used to start production of there own aircraft program. The wolves where given orders to kill anyone who crossed the border without explicit permission to enter the lands, unless they had a message for the czar they where not welcome as suspicions grew heavy about the neighbors and why the balloons had been sent.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Tech: <br/>Inf: Transcontinental rails- with the help of the mighty Sultain to the south the late kings dream has been realized and the rails are now connected from the tundra to the southern desserts the Czar couldn't be happier <br/>Infrastructure: The Citadel, a massive burdging industrial town-built into the side of the mountain and then deep into it, this city is the heart of The Iron Depotism and its main seat of power. Safe from harm the people work at bettering the Depostism through work and labour <br/><br/>Agent: Hans Jäger, a man of science he works day and night to come up with ways to keep the mighty production that keeps the Depostism alive running, a brilliant inventor and grandson of the man who helped build the Citadel he is one of the most highly regarded indivuals in the Depostism. <br/><br/>Forces: Deep Guard: from the bowls of the mighty citadel spawn the Deep Guard, Soldiers hell bent on protecting there great city and will stop at nothing short of death to protect it. There will is unwavering and each would gladly die for there cause. They are given the best equipment that can be made and put thought a training regiment from birth. It is drilled into them how to kill and they will never hesitate to do so.<br/><br/>Forces: Czars Legion: these men are the backbone of the Depostism military, they are indoctrinated to fight and never surrender even in the most extreme circumstances. They wear armor able to stop small fire arms from a distance, and possibly save them up close each of them carry repeater rifles and a short sword for up close combat they are the Hammer of Czar.<br/><br/>Forces: Yuris wolves: an elite commando force created espically for keeping everyone else out of the depostisms lands if there not supposed to be there. They have lived in the tundras wilderness in the harshest conditions all there lives and there bodies have adapted to it. Where most men die from the cold they survive, masters of ambush and there frozen homeland they know near every trick to the tundra. Often they even serve as an inquisition force stamping out any form of rebellion but as of yet nothing major has appeared due to centuries of conditioning of the people, there religion and strict government authority.<br/> <br/>Culture: From decades of living the many people's have developed a caste system, The King and warriors the highest caste, the workers the second highest, the slaves the lowest. This caste system keeps people in check, it is also used to keep production going for those who prove themselves skilled workers are often picked to join the warrior caste and a better life. There is only one patron god, Crawn, the god of industry and production.<br/><br/>Knowledge: Advanced metallurgy, when working with so many metals it is often good to understand them, and therefor best implement them. The people's of the Iron Depostim have learned much over the many years of how to produce and use the metals most effectively <br/><br/>Infrastructure: The Great Forges: inside of the citidel lay many mass if forges from which many devices of war are made, each of these built deep into the mountain where the resorces needed for them are plentiful. There are the pride and joy of any working caste member as well as the best arms and armor.<br/><br/>Knowledge: Steam engines: from studying the old machines littered around. The industrial nation has began to create steam powered machine to increase productivity and move around supplies faster. <br/><br/>Knowledge: construction: in an effort to produce bigger and better forges and equipment for the expanding empire the need for bigger structures<br/><br/>Knowledge beyond lv 1<br/>Knowledge: Railroad: in the ever growing need for expansion the steam machines used to move our goods around quicker have been put on wheels and used to now move along the many supplies and such needed for people. Construction continues to ever improve upon this design and make them quicker.<br/><br/>Clockwork: with the addition of clockwork repeating rifles now fly off the factory lines to arm the ever growing armies of the Depostism.<br/><br/>Industrial automation: with the growing need for even more industry the Czar has seen fit to create the Assembly line. With these machines helping production sky rocket the Depostism had quickly become a major provider of weapons across its known territories.<br/><br/><br/>Infrastructure: Skisshaw a new addition to the growing Kingdom the city of Skisshaw is the biggest port city on the Iron Depostim hauling in a total of about 500 pounds of fish a day. As it has quickly become one of the most important regions in the Depostim a massive wall has been erected around it to keep out invaders. It also heavily utilizes the steam engines and ships to produce as much fish as possible without exhausting there food supply.<br/><br/>Meds<br/><br/>Electricity<br/><br/>Photography<br/><br/>More Tech lv 1 <br/>chemestry, biology, calculus, and astrology<br/><br/>Lv 3 tech<br/>Combustion</div></div></div>"
7946,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=200,2015-01-06T15:23:00,Levis Avara,"<span style=""font-style: italic"">Missed Day</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Telecommunications</span><br/>The telephone had revolutionized how people communicated with each. It evolved in the way that people could now communicate through long distances. Even though the telegraph proved effective in long distance communications it was still impractical in how only one message could be sent at a time.Now instead of sending hand written letters across the globe that could take months or weeks at a time the telephone could literally send it in a couple seconds.Has a result information was widespread in a shorter time frame.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Organic Chemistry</span>(Today)<br/>Boy oh boy did geeks across the republic get a nerdgasm has organic chemistry developed has it proved to improve a lot of fields of studies in the sciences.This miraculous revolution in science led to better medicine,better vaccines, increased agricultural yields and the less appreciated chemical weapons.Has medicine improved in ways many diseases where finally being handled more easily has it was established the organic molecules are vital for life to be sustained.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Knowledge</span>:&lt;all lvl one and 2 techs&gt;<br/>Combustion,Telecommunications,Flight,Organic Chemistry,<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Forces</span><br/>Navy:<br/>1st Altarian Fleet<br/>2nd Altarian Fleet<br/>3rd Altarian Fleet<br/>4th Altarian Fleet<br/>5th Altarian Fleet<br/>Army:<br/>Tank Division<br/>1st Infantry Division<br/>2nd Infantry Division<br/>3rd Infantry Division<br/>Air Force:<br/>Jet Fleet<br/>Spy Network:<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Nova Opus</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Infrastructure</span><br/>Iberia Region<br/>Aurora City<br/>Industrial Sector<br/>Special Infrastructure: Verdia Island<br/>Orion City<br/>Leon Agricultural sector<br/>Arcea City<br/>Arvenia City<br/>New Altaria<br/>West Colonies<br/>New Avon City<br/>Island Colonies<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Culture</span><br/>Altarian Forum</div></div></div>"
7947,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=200,2015-01-06T15:29:00,Pac Kindom,"Bython<br/><br/>With the threat of war reducing the Bython's returned to rebuilding there life's many of the houses are turned in to in to 3 or 4 stories homes where muti-generational families live together in the same place, schools are built in every town and large village. Whit the car not taking off the streets begin to narrow only wide enough for three Motorbike which are every where. Train stations are built in the center of every town with tram stop's thro out which link to the train station. From above the town's look like large cartwheels.<br/><br/>As the mines in Caer start to run dry, Need for raw materials to build tools, machines and buildings soared. the search for more resources was on so Mines in the nearby mountains were re-opened near Maes Olew . Many of the Builder cast move north and build a new town between the new mines complex and the oil field/Refinery and after a simple naming ceremony Cloddfa is founded. As Caer starts to empty the Bython's , the Religious cast have a temple build there.<br/><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Item gains""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cloddfa</span></div></div></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Bython Union""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Agent</span> (1) <br/>Maelor Pritchett</span> A great inventor and current leader of Bython Union who designed and built of the the current fishing fleet.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Forces</span> (4)<br/>The Bython Guard</span> is a force maintained by the Bython Union and is responsible for the safety of the and the security of the Union.<br/>1000 Powered Cavalry (motorbikes) with bolt-action rifles a small 6 shot pistol and a simple knife <br/>10,000 foot soldiers with bolt-action rifles a small 6 shot pistol and a simple knife <br/>1,000 The Gatling Gunners armed with a belt fed gattling gun cable of piercing thin Armour and a small 6 shot pistol and a simple knife.<br/>1,000 Cannons each crewed by three people and are armed with Armour piercing and explode anti personal rounds. Each person is also armed with a small 6 shot pistol and a simple knife. These are new units and not very accurate but highly effected when the target.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bython Navy</span> Created to protect off shore fishing and explore the waves<br/>Bython Home Fleet, Freedom Fleet<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Daring-class_destroyer_&amp;#40;1893&amp;"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Daring-cla ... &amp;#40;1893&amp;</a>#41;<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Highflyer-class_cruiser"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Highflyer-class_cruiser</a><br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_pre-dreadnought_battleships_of_the_Royal_Navy#Majestic_class"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_pr ... stic_class</a><br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/British_K-class_submarine"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/British_K-class_submarine</a><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Bython Air fleet</span> is a force maintained by the Bython Union and is responsible for the safety air ways of the Union.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Infrastructure</span></span> (6)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Conwy</span> This town is set stride a river which flows thro the town in to the port and out to sea. Town surround the port and train station.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Caernarfon</span> A town in a valley to the west of Conwy. Town surround an central square and train station.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Borthiant</span>A town in a valley to the east of Conwy. Town surround an central square and train station.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Caer</span> An old large prison and mine complex. Now it more resembles an old Norman castle with large gray stone walls with a large temple and gardens.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cloddfa</span> A mine complex and a Town surround an central square and train station.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ryddid</span> Continent west of Xel'nox. Town surround the port an is made up of simple and practical stone constructions.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Special Infrastructure</span> (4)<br/>[b]Rheilffordd</span> These railroads connect the cities and towns of the Union. <br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bython Airfield </span> an aerodrome was built with paved runways <br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ryddid Airfield </span> an aerodrome was built with paved runways <br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Maes Olew</span> An oil field/Refinery in the north of Bython<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Culture</span> </span> (1)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bython Code </span> The Bythons are fare, free, people who live by the code honor thy Father, Protect the weak, be loyal to friends and family<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Magic</span> </span> (2)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Sense </span> The ability to sense the life force of the people around them.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Touch </span> The ability to inference the people around them.<br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Knowledge: </span><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">-LEVEL 1-</span></span> (All)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Biology, Engineering, Construction, Astronomy, Calculus, Steam Power, Chemistry</span> <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">-LEVEL 2-</span></span> (7)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""> Physics, Clockworks, Metallurgy, Railroad, Industrial Automation, Electricity, Medicine/Pertochemistry, Geology </span> <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">-LEVEL 3-</span></span> (4)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Combustion,Telecommunication, Flight, Organic Chemistry</span></div></div></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""State of The Union""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">The Union is an oligarchy ruled by the Cast Council. Although there is a capital city ,Conwy the Cast Council can meet in any City. The Cast Council is made up of eight individuals, two from the 4 main Cast ,Warrior, Builder, Grower and Teacher .<br/>The Builder cast controls all types of construction mine and manfraction and are based in Maes Olew.<br/>The Grower cast controls all types of food production and are based in Borthiant.<br/>The Warrior Cast is responsible for the safety of the and the security of the Union and are based in Conwy.<br/>The Teacher Cast is responsible for the teaching of the Union young and and all research and development. They are based in Caernarfon.<br/>The Religious Cast at this time number about 10 individuals . They are based in Caer.</div></div></div>"
7948,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=200,2015-01-06T18:08:00,Cuprum,"I'm making a sniffing noise through my nose. The sort of noise a rabbit might make if it was congested. My intention is to show my approval of the joke Rothermere has just cracked. Lord Rothermere of Shitshow to give him his full title. Try as I might this is as best as I can do to signify my amusement. To be honest I don’t even know if it was a joke. It might just have been a snidey aside. Because most of his humour, like his personality, is rooted in a sarcastic sneering at the expense of others.<br/><br/>Why am I making this sniffing rabbit noise? Because Lord Shitshow has just closed a 60 bucks deal with us. He’s investing it– a gift as he likes to call it.<br/><br/>Good grief, what a torrid time in the world this is. People want me to discuss finance but I can only look into the dark, twisting recesses of my mind and think– plague. I am plagued. I am shot. I am destroyed, I wish I was elsewhere. I wish I was dead. I truly wish I was dead rather than sitting here in front of this 75 bucks dinner, with a chateaux de gateaux beside me, sniffing like a rabbit at jokes that suck and destroy the marrow out from my bones.<br/><br/>Rothermere has been telling us about his part in getting Gordon Brown out of power. He tells us that he hated the way Brown inhaled every time he’d finish a sentence, as though he had something or another. I don’t know. It’s rude. It’s like the bully at school who used to go ZAP! You’re dead– and then punch you in the back of the head.<br/><br/>Snakes crawl from under the tablecloth. The waiter comes over then immediately turns away and runs off. This table is giving off an awful aura. I wonder if, when I am dead, I will get onto the lowest rung of hell? Will I be one of those nightmarish souls that’s chained to a big pulley and have to go around in circles in the eternal mud of hellfire? Am I already doing that? Has my dignity faded? What worth is this dinner that would once have slipped down my gullet like oysters? It now feels like an eel, suffocating my windpipe. I feel falling. I feel ill.<br/><br/>I feel under the table, and there it is. The gun, strapped to the underside, just as I has asked. Now is the time. Without further ado, I rip it out and thrust it forwards shakily. I have shot a gun before– with Ross Kemp on the firing range. But I didn’t know whether it was real before. This one feels real. It feels heavy. This is what guns are for. I put the gun next to my temple. Lord Rothermere looks at me with a bemused expression. It’s hardly even shock. Certainly not disapproval. I mouth “I’ll do it.” He ducks under the table.<br/><br/>The next minute my finger twitches on the trigger. Click. Nothing happens. I try again. Click. Click. Click. Click. I look at the gun. But it’s not a gun at all. It’s a banana. It is the eternal hellfire of damnation mocking me. I try to fire the banana pulp, but it’s too late. The waiters have run over to me and pinned me down. I am screaming for them to let me go. “I just want to kill myself,” I scream. There is pandemonium. There are three of them. One each sitting on my arms, the other on my face. Choking me. “I just want to kill myself,” I whisper. I try. I tried. Then I wake up.<br/><br/>''Damn another nightmare, the forest is pretty when it doesn't make a sound, a funny noise may come from my ear. Another night alone and i'll get lost in a madness labyrinth''"
7949,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=200,2015-01-06T18:48:00,New Fraulasia,"For the 28th-29th<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lotill, 2017 A.O.P.- 2019 A.O.P.</span><br/>Linden has finally lived up to her predecessor's name. With two assistants, she has created a new engine, running off of the oil-tar. It is called a combustion engine, and is almost immediately used commercially, running within new auto-mobiles, horseless carriages. Military research has also begun to apply the engine, but such advance is not seen as fruitful currently. One advance that is seen as fruitful, however, is the idea of placing an Engine within a modified airship, one made smaller, more agile than any before. These are currently called ""pterocraft"", and are growing more popular.<br/><br/>Item Gains:<br/>Knowledge: Combustion<br/>Knowledge: Flight"
7950,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=200,2015-01-06T20:46:00,Levis Avara,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">San Arcadia</span>(Special Infrastructure)<br/><br/>San Arcadia,short for the city of saints in old Arcean on the bay in western Geneva the city was a gate way a beacon of hope for the criminally inclined.At first a major hotbed for gambling and prostitution, San Arcadia was a lawless town, and needed some major re haul however when gold and oil was discovered in 2015 however and gold sources being exhausted in Verdia, well settlers came in the tens of thousands and so the federal government exerted stronger control stomping out the gangs and criminal families and bringing order to the city.The port of San Arcadia was funded by president Terry and schools,temples,parks,aqueducts and roads help modernized the city and add to the growing city,and a private railway company began constructing the Thalia railway connecting the eastern coast with the west,making the city a major center of trade."
7951,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=200,2015-01-07T14:06:00,New Strausberg,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Train headed toward Leto</span><br/><br/>The Legion was soon to arrive in Leto there mission was simple see who was in charge and find out what was going on down there. This ""revolution"" as some of the men began to call it seemed not only cowardly but unthinkable in the frozen northerners minds. The thought of rebelling against there own empire there fathers and mothers had fought for all these centuries was unthinkable. Then again this was not there land it was a place many had never seen before a desert the exact opposite of there frozen homeland many of them where having trouble adapting as was expected. Still the legion prepared to do there duty once they arrived at the station they unloaded a few where carrying banners. The men began there march to the main capital building the leader a general (a.k.a. Legate) named Anton Barkov who was once a member of the Deep Gaurd who volunteered for the Legion.<br/><br/><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">added agent Anton Barkov Legion General (a.k.a Legate)</div></div></div>"
7952,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=200,2015-01-07T14:41:00,Cuprum,"<img alt=""Image"" src=""https://www.rpnation.com/proxy.php?image=http%3A%2F%2Farc.lib.montana.edu%2Fschultz-0010%2Fobjects%2F214.jpg&amp;hash=35504a70464ce24e150a5c3586f3e9b3""/><br/><br/>The steamboat had docked at the port in Südbach, and even from this distance you could see the festival in celebration of the harvest in October, Ernte. The town was full with people- tourist, farmers, merchants and the different celebrations in honor of the festival that was going on.<br/><br/>It all didn't interest Maxwell much as he stepped off on to the dock in his newly acquired western wardrobe. Black well polished dress shoes that seemed to reflect the sun's blinding light adorned his feet. They went along well with the black trousers that covered his legs and even the black vest that adorned his chest, and black stock tied neatly into a bow around his neck. Under neath the vest and stock sat a pressed white buttoned up collard shirt, with the ends of the sleeves cuffed neatly. Black hair tucked neatly behind his ears, using some type of wax he got inthe low lands to keep his hair in place complimented the goatee that sat on his face as the only facial hair. And to finish the ensemble, a black top hat sat neatly on his head.<br/><br/>He had embraced western culture, as made evident by the clothing he volunteered to wear. He even tugged the overcoat over his shoulder, before reaching into his pocket and withdrawing a pocket watch. A quick flip of it open and a glance at the time, before closing it was all he offered before replacing it back and glancing over the shoulder that the overcoat did not rest on,""Miroslav-san, come. We have things to do.""<br/><br/>Where he had glanced stood a pale skinned boy, about 15, bright green eyes, brown hair stopping right at his shoulders. He wore an outfit similar to Maxwell's, aside from the fact his trousers were blue, vest was green, and he didn't have an overcoat. He also was carrying an array of bags, probably mostly belonging to the older gentleman. ""Right away Lord Maxwell."" His origins were clear, his Tedeschian accent broke through his tongue causing some of his words to sound rough and wrong, though they were the right words.<br/><br/>This caused Maxwell to sigh,""What did I tell you about speaking Tedeschian... Stick to Englisch. We both understand that."" spoke Maxwell, switching to Englisch instead of his native Tedeschian tongue. He had begun to walk forward, before he was met by a group of men. It was four of them, he recognized two of them from the Ministery of War, and the marking on the other two's hands made it clear that they were from the Ministery of Finances. Jeez, they were his colleagues and they had no idea of his true identity. Must mean he was doing a good job.<br/><br/>""Lord Maxwell?"" questioned one of the men, which Maxwell only responded with a nod. The next thing he knew, each produced small dagger like blades and were rushing at him.<br/><br/>""Jeez a work out already?"" he questioned using his free hand to toss the top hat on top of Miroslav's head. He stepped forward, and used his coat to grab one of the man's hands while avoiding the knife, flipping his arm behind him and kicking his leg to cause him to fall to his knees. He wrestled the knife away, and tossed his coat on top of Miroslav's head before kicking the man in the back on to the ground.<br/><br/>Another attacked, and Maxwell flipped his recently procured blade into the air, catching it an appropriate way to fight with the point towards his arm. He gripped the next assailant's free arm, using his wirst to block the hand that was coming with the blade, before kicking him in the stomach. The man doubled over, and Maxwell rolled over the man's back to avoid a jab by another. When he got to his feet on other side of the man, he kneed him in the face, before dropping to the ground. He used his leg to sweep the man to the ground his head hitting the wooden dock hard, a move he learned from kampfringen.<br/><br/>With another blade thrust from the guy who just attacked him, Maxwell rose to his feet using the blade he stole to deflect the oncomner's blade. With a quick step, he kicked the guys knee, causing him to bend forward before taking him into an arm hold then flipping him to the ground. Once the man was on the ground, Maxwell put his knee into his back and ripped the man's arm out of its socket. He was a Tedeschian, a dislocated shoulder was the worst he'd do to his own kin. The other Tedeschian came forward, and he seemed to be more skilled than the others. A flurry of stikes, which Maxwell blocked easily, but had little time to counter or no opening to. He thought for a moment, before blinking.<br/><br/>He jumped back to give space between the two, before coming in with a hard right hook in the fashion he learned from Boxing in England. The man blocked as he had expected, but the impact behind the blow threw him off balance and a left hand uppercut came, hitting him square in the jaw causing him to fly a bit in the air before hitting the ground unconscious.<br/><br/>The final man, who was actually the first in which Maxwell wrestled the knife from rushed at Maxwell unarmed. A smile covered the man's face, he'd never had the chance to do a complicated move he learned in kampfringen before. The man threw a jab, but Maxwell was in the air, wrapping his leg and foot around the man's arm, contorting his body - twisting and turning, before he spun the man on the ground and him in an arm lock with his own leg. As he lie there, Maxwell concentrated to not hurt the man too bad, but still ended up breaking his arm in two places.<br/><br/>Dusting himself off, he got to his feet, grabbing the coat, and throwing it over his shoulder, and picking up the top hat and placing it on own head again. He smiled a bit looking over to Miroslav,""I think it'd be a bit dangerous if you stayed with me son."" Stuffing a piece of paper under the young boy's vest he began to walk away,""Follow the instructions on that paper. I'll meet you at the Inn later. Please don't get yourself killed with your bad Englisch.""<br/><br/>A raise of the hand signaling his departure, Maxwell made his way through the crowds of the festival that was occurring in the city of Südbach."
7953,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=225,2015-01-07T15:07:00,Levis Avara,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">San Arcadia,Province of Los Andreas</span><br/><br/>The city of San Arcadia and indeed the entire Republic was on the forefront of becoming a great center of culture.Many artist and musicians where being born here contributing to the cultural mind frame painting beautiful and amazing paintings, Musicians singing great music and fusing the multicultural background of the Colonies the Palais de Rios was made a huge glass pyramid in front of a extravagant palace holding the great arts that where being made Victorian homes lined the rolling hills,and people where generally happier .Indeed people would travel far to come to the Mara of the west and enjoying the good life,soon this prosperity traveled around the Nation sparking a Renaissance the music halls of Arcea where dramatic and epic musicals where being played,the dramas of New Avon and Orion the culture was fantastic the culture was a dream.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Item</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Altarian Dream</span>"
7954,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=225,2015-01-07T18:27:00,New Fraulasia,"For 30th-31st<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Goffsill, 2019 A.O.P.</span><br/>Archaeological breakthrough! An ancient library has been finally excavated with the work of automobiles. Within, are what made Old Goffsill great. These are, in some cases, first edition copies and original renditions of Old Goffsill literature and music. Cultural renaissance soon sweeps through the country, and the words of ""Old made New"" are on everyone's lips. It is realized, that this is probably the last such discovery, but it has done so much.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lotill, 2021 A.O.P.</span><br/>Linden has finished another pet project, that which she says has brought Goffsill into modernity. Reverse-engineering Leto and Harkback technology, in a hopefully-scrupulous manner, she has developed Goffsill's own kind of railroads and photographic devices. Soon, a new interest in the recently-antiquated steam power and in the new photography. It is said that, now most people are either creating steam-driven modern art, or in capturing it in time.<br/><br/>Item gains:<br/>Culture: The Epics- Ancient great works of Goffsill art<br/>Knowledge: Railroad<br/>Knowledge: Photography"
7955,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=225,2015-01-08T11:23:00,Pac Kindom,"Bython<br/><br/>Shortly after the founding of Caer temple, one member began to grow more power than the others (Robat Dey), he was ask to lead the cast but he turned it down and decided to travel Bython searching for people with the ablity to join the Religious Cast .<br/><br/>Months later Huw Owen asks Robat Dey to him to see if they peacfull contcat with the people of the north.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Item gains""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Huw Owen,Robat Dey </span></div></div></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Bython Union""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">24<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""> <span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Agent</span> </span> (3) <br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Maelor Pritchett</span> A great inventor.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Huw Owen</span> A great Exployer.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Robat Dey </span> Most Power full of the Bython Mystics<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Forces</span> (4)<br/>The Bython Guard</span> is a force maintained by the Bython Union and is responsible for the safety of the and the security of the Union.<br/>1000 Powered Cavalry (motorbikes) with bolt-action rifles a small 6 shot pistol and a simple knife <br/>10,000 foot soldiers with bolt-action rifles a small 6 shot pistol and a simple knife <br/>1,000 The Gatling Gunners armed with a belt fed gattling gun cable of piercing thin Armour and a small 6 shot pistol and a simple knife.<br/>1,000 Cannons each crewed by three people and are armed with Armour piercing and explode anti personal rounds. Each person is also armed with a small 6 shot pistol and a simple knife. These are new units and not very accurate but highly effected when the target.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bython Navy</span> Created to protect off shore fishing and explore the waves<br/>Bython Home Fleet, Freedom Fleet<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Daring-class_destroyer_&amp;#40;1893&amp;"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Daring-cla ... &amp;#40;1893&amp;</a>#41;<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Highflyer-class_cruiser"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Highflyer-class_cruiser</a><br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_pre-dreadnought_battleships_of_the_Royal_Navy#Majestic_class"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_pr ... stic_class</a><br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/British_K-class_submarine"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/British_K-class_submarine</a><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Bython Air fleet</span> is a force maintained by the Bython Union and is responsible for the safety air ways of the Union.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Infrastructure</span></span> (6)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Conwy</span> This town is set stride a river which flows thro the town in to the port and out to sea. Town surround the port and train station.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Caernarfon</span> A town in a valley to the west of Conwy. Town surround an central square and train station.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Borthiant</span>A town in a valley to the east of Conwy. Town surround an central square and train station.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Caer</span> An old large prison and mine complex. Now it more resembles an old Norman castle with large gray stone walls with a large temple and gardens.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cloddfa</span> A mine complex and a Town surround an central square and train station.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ryddid</span> Continent west of Xel'nox. Town surround the port an is made up of simple and practical stone constructions.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Special Infrastructure</span> (4)<br/>[b]Rheilffordd</span> These railroads connect the cities and towns of the Union. <br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bython Airfield </span> an aerodrome was built with paved runways <br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ryddid Airfield </span> an aerodrome was built with paved runways <br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Maes Olew</span> An oil field/Refinery in the north of Bython<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Culture</span> </span> (1)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bython Code </span> The Bythons are fare, free, people who live by the code honor thy Father, Protect the weak, be loyal to friends and family<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Magic</span> </span> (2)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Sense </span> The ability to sense the life force of the people around them.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Touch </span> The ability to inference the people around them.<br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Knowledge: </span><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">-LEVEL 1-</span></span> (All)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Biology, Engineering, Construction, Astronomy, Calculus, Steam Power, Chemistry</span> <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">-LEVEL 2-</span></span> (7)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""> Physics, Clockworks, Metallurgy, Railroad, Industrial Automation, Electricity, Medicine/Pertochemistry, Geology </span> <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">-LEVEL 3-</span></span> (4)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Combustion,Telecommunication, Flight, Organic Chemistry</span></div></div></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""State of The Union""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">The Union is an oligarchy ruled by the Cast Council. Although there is a capital city ,Conwy the Cast Council can meet in any City. The Cast Council is made up of eight individuals, two from the 4 main Cast ,Warrior, Builder, Grower and Teacher .<br/>The Builder cast controls all types of construction mine and manfraction and are based in Maes Olew.<br/>The Grower cast controls all types of food production and are based in Borthiant.<br/>The Warrior Cast is responsible for the safety of the and the security of the Union and are based in Conwy.<br/>The Teacher Cast is responsible for the teaching of the Union young and and all research and development. They are based in Caernarfon.<br/>The Religious Cast at this time number about 10 individuals . They are based in Caer.</div></div></div>"
7956,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=225,2015-01-08T15:16:00,New Fraulasia,"For the 1st-2nd<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lotill, 2023 A.O.P.</span><br/>Life goes on in Goffsill. Bar one thing. One extremely bright thing. Incandescent bulbs, powered by electricity, are growing more and more popular. However, current (get it?) power supplies are limited, restricting the extent of lightbulbs. This, later, will be called the first Goffsill Power Crisis. City resources are currently being redirected.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lotill, 2025 A.O.P.</span><br/>The power crisis has passed. Better methods for electrical use have come to the forefront, Alternating vs. Direct Current. Largely, it is decided that now, Goffsill is the City of Lights once more.<br/><br/>Item Gains:<br/>Knowledge: Electric Lights<br/>Knowledge: Electric Power"
7957,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=225,2015-01-08T15:33:00,New Fraulasia,"For the 3rd-4th<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""> Lotill, 2027 A.O.P.</span><br/>The telegraph is obsolete. Well, not<span style=""font-style: italic"">quite</span>yet. Something has come up that, in the near future, will condemn Telegraphs to obsolescence. They are called tele<span style=""font-style: italic"">phones</span>, devices that transmit sound along a wire at<span style=""font-style: italic"">the speed of light</span>, allowing two people to converse from across the world! Well, hypothetically.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lotill, 2029 A.O.P</span><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Step</span>right up, good sir, kind ma'am, and allow me to show you... The animation of life!""<br/>Inventive entrepreneur Hugo, in the parks of Lotill, is showcasing a new device of his own making. He calls it a ""film-camera"", portraying dozens of subtly different photographs at a time, producing a single moving image. Hugo becomes fantastically wealthy almost overnight as the public falls in a catharsis-love with ""movies"".<br/><br/>Item Gains:<br/>Knowledge: Telecommunications<br/>Knowledge: Motion Picture"
7958,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=225,2015-01-08T16:14:00,Levis Avara,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Electric Lights</span><br/>The cities across Altaria burned with the power of this new technology,the tech was reinvented by scientist Wallace Smith and he tested it in the city of Arcea.And for the new year 2030 the super dense city shined like the stars above amazingly this was a huge milestone for Humanity.For a start, light bulbs are less of a fire-hazard. They're also more convenient, as they don't blow out when it's windy, they don't fizzle out when they get wet, and they don't run out of oil. This is why the invention meant that people were able to be a lot more productive than before, as they could work even when it got dark.Also crime rates decreased has the lights shined ablaze in the streets.Soon the entire Republic uses this brilliant invention and sizable parts of the planet begins to shine"
7959,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=225,2015-01-08T17:09:00,Levis Avara,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Nova Opus</span><br/>Deep in the Arvenian underground in Capitol Hill where above thousands of Federal workers,Senators,Representatives etc, where heading to begin the congressional session.Below the Spy Order was planning.They had heard plans of war brewing in the Empire of Leto.By Executive order some spies where to be dispatched to watch what was going on nothing else and to report back to the Republic the Senate was split on what to do but they knew one thing the disruption of the Empire could be troublesome to stabilization of the region."
7960,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=225,2015-01-08T17:55:00,United Soviet Jason Republic,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Empire of the South</span></span><br/><br/>The Empire quickly began to expand both technologically and in size. Sulitan Zensunni Yal, who took control of the Empire, ruled with the tribal leaders. The goal of the regime was simple: expand. The open unclaimed lands of the south and west were expanded into with new towns dedicated to either farming, manufacturing or fuel refining. The sciences were developed greatly, to the benefit of the military. Tanks began to play a larger part in the military as oil replaced coal. Ships ran on diesel. Homes were powered with electric lights, along with roads and other public areas. Organic Chemistry not only lead to longer liver but ways for lives to be shorted. The Empire employed chemical weapons in its reformed army, using the benefit of new technologies to strengthen the regime.<br/><br/>In the newly claimed lands settlers from the crowded cities flocked to make a living for themselves. Employed in their new jobs of either farming, factories or fuel refining the newly claimed land was sold cheaply by the goverment. This led to a wild new atmosphere of economic boom. These new goods quickly hit the railroads, and thus went north.<br/><br/>The Sulitan used the radio and new technological breakthroughs to better control the army and his people. Now, instead of chiefs representing themselves in front of the king calls could be made directly to the ruler. Social life broke from traditional ways as the Empire industrialized rapidly with these new technologies.<br/><br/>Sulitan Zensunni Yali met Anton Barkov with open arms. ""Ah, my northern brother,"" he greeted the general, inviting him into the palace. This was a rather informal meeting. For once the Sulitan no longer greeted foreign envoys like the old ways. Instead they were brought to the newly redone royal palace, overlooking the more northern and industrialized northern cities. Lights, running water and other luxuries were built into the palace. ""What do you need, my brother,"" the Emperor spoke, looking out over the city.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""The Empire""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">4 (INCLUDING LEVEL 3 TECH)<br/>[Agents] Varota Al-Ada: Second cousin of Harq Al-Ada, and not directly related, Varota is a member of the Assukm tribes and represents them in the royal court. He is an avid expansionists and general. <br/><br/>[Agents] Sulitan Zensunni Yali, King of the Empire, Yali took over from his cousin in a coup against the royal family. Using the angry nomads and religious fervor he rose quickly to power, taking over the empire in a short military take over. Tribes now send representatives to the capital on a yearly basis to give their consent to him. It is now unspoken that the office of Sulitan is one headed by tribal leaders who give power to the Sulitan. <br/><br/>[Forces]First Firmi: Modern infantry division that employs rifles, gattling gunners, cannons and modern weapons and tactics in battle. The group has been reformed into a professional army that serves the Sulitan. Their tan uniforms are factory made, along with their arms, gear and other goods. Their guns are rifled and can fire up to seven shots in a load. <br/><br/>[Forces] Second Firmi (The Mounted Firmi): This group of warriors are trained in mounted combat. Their job is to protect the Great Railroad going north. To do this they are stationed on every train, water stop and patrol the route. These troops are trained in the northern style of combat and are drafted from the nomads. These nomads patrol the line on camel, horseback and airship.<br/><br/>[Forces] Third Firmi: Another land based military division. <br/><br/>[Forces] Fourth Firmi: Another land division. <br/><br/>[Forces} 1st-2nd Leto Armored divisions: The first fully fledged tanks, designed to fire explosive and chemical rounds against foes. <br/><br/>[Forces] 1st Ameralite: Rebuilt from the Raiders this naval task force is compiled of dreadnoughts, destroyers and frigates updated with modern technology. The Navy has been overhauled and now serves the Sulitan like the army, no longer pirates. The task force is professional <br/><br/>[Forces] 2nd Ameralite<br/><br/>[Forces] 1st Airborne: A combination of airships and planes this is the only air force the Empire has. <br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The City of Leto still stands. Despite it being nearly abandoned after the old empire collapsed the large, deep ports inside of the city were returned to and inhabited again. The city has very little notable about it and stands at the mouth of the Lea river, the lifeblood of the Settled and Nomadic people.<br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The city of Akksum has been taken into the realm. The city is home to a new palace, temple and ports. Under the rule of Harq Al-Ada the city's population grew. Walls would be constructed around the city, a market place built and trade between the desert would grow. The city has a library, sprawling markets, and a palace of its own. <br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The city of Bagghar is little more than a port city and trading outpost. From the north it if the first city in which trade is brought into the Empire. Frequented by merchants it is a bustling market. From this city nomads take goods south to Akksum or Leto. <br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The Township of Southern Ameralite: These four small towns are built upon the ruins of former Ameralite cities. These towns are focused around mining and lumber trade which is then transported to the southern cities. <br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The Leto Lines have been constructed. These railroads connect the cities and towns of the Empire. They are owned by different private companies and have been granted land by the Sulitan. Now goods are traveling faster than before and the economy is booming. However Nomads find themselves less and less useful in the economy. Less honorable ones are settling due to the lines. Others struggle to make a living and are removing them selves from the economy. <br/><br/>[Infrastructure] Transcontinental Railroad. The line runs from the Iron Despotism in the north to the sandy city of Leto. The line has several stops in the empire and connects directly to existing lines. This allows for more use of the line. The line also contains telegraphs lines near by that have become the basis of fast information being sent from city to city. <br/><br/>[Infrastructure] Agamer City: This city, in the heart of the desert, is home to the countries oil refineries that have sprung up due to the discovery of oil in the inner desert. These deposits are drilled and transported to the city on rail and boat, refined, and shipped up north. The city has forces stationed in it to protect from outside raiding. The facility is vital to the new oil based economy. <br/><br/>[Infrastructure] National Grid: This power grid is supplied to every city, town and can be hooked up to by any building in the Empire. This has increased the standard of living, increased production and lead to new technological breakthroughs. The lines also contains telephone and radio lines.<br/><br/>[Infrastructure] National Road: With the Empire growing quickly and the use of cars becoming common the monarchy established the first highways systems. These are mostly used by civilians but has the benefit of allowing quick military use. <br/><br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The Township Waves: A number of towns dedicated to manufacturing. This area is supplied by the local resources and is home to a rapidly growing population.<br/><br/><br/>[Culture] The Hymes of Dar Al-Hikman, a renound art school before the collapse of the old empire have now been turned into a holy book. The school was re founded after the return of inhabitants to the city of Leto. The book comprises of hymns from the settled and nomadic people and preach respect for the desert and water. Often times the desert and ocean are referred to as being liquids, as they both seem to flow and have waves. The classic book provides the moral and civil codes of the people in the Empire. <br/><br/>[Culture] The Azhar Book: The first mass printed religious guide for the new modern era. More of a political and economic manual the book opens the society for more religious and spiritual debate. The book tries to address the issue of the collapse of nomadic lifestyle. It leaves open the question of religion. <br/><br/>[Knowledge] Engineering, Chemistry, Steam Power, Calculus, Biology, Navigation<br/><br/>Level Two<br/>[Knowledge] Physics, Railroads, Clockwork, Replaceable parts, Metleugry, Geology, Medicine/Petrochemical, Electricity,--photography--(need)<br/>Level Three<br/>[knowledge]Combustion, Electric power, Organic Chemistry Electric lights, Telecommunication, Flight</div></div></div>"
7961,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=225,2015-01-08T20:24:00,New Strausberg,"<blockquote><div><cite>United Soviet Jason Republic <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23072584#p23072584"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Empire of the South</span></span><br/><br/>The Empire quickly began to expand both technologically and in size. Sulitan Zensunni Yal, who took control of the Empire, ruled with the tribal leaders. The goal of the regime was simple: expand. The open unclaimed lands of the south and west were expanded into with new towns dedicated to either farming, manufacturing or fuel refining. The sciences were developed greatly, to the benefit of the military. Tanks began to play a larger part in the military as oil replaced coal. Ships ran on diesel. Homes were powered with electric lights, along with roads and other public areas. Organic Chemistry not only lead to longer liver but ways for lives to be shorted. The Empire employed chemical weapons in its reformed army, using the benefit of new technologies to strengthen the regime. <br/><br/>In the newly claimed lands settlers from the crowded cities flocked to make a living for themselves. Employed in their new jobs of either farming, factories or fuel refining the newly claimed land was sold cheaply by the goverment. This led to a wild new atmosphere of economic boom. These new goods quickly hit the railroads, and thus went north. <br/><br/>The Sulitan used the radio and new technological breakthroughs to better control the army and his people. Now, instead of chiefs representing themselves in front of the king calls could be made directly to the ruler. Social life broke from traditional ways as the Empire industrialized rapidly with these new technologies. <br/><br/>Sulitan Zensunni Yali met Anton Barkov with open arms. ""Ah, my northern brother,"" he greeted the general, inviting him into the palace. This was a rather informal meeting. For once the Sulitan no longer greeted foreign envoys like the old ways. Instead they were brought to the newly redone royal palace, overlooking the more northern and industrialized northern cities. Lights, running water and other luxuries were built into the palace. ""What do you need, my brother,"" the Emperor spoke, looking out over the city. <br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""The Empire""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">4 (INCLUDING LEVEL 3 TECH)<br/>[Agents] Varota Al-Ada: Second cousin of Harq Al-Ada, and not directly related, Varota is a member of the Assukm tribes and represents them in the royal court. He is an avid expansionists and general. <br/><br/>[Agents] Sulitan Zensunni Yali, King of the Empire, Yali took over from his cousin in a coup against the royal family. Using the angry nomads and religious fervor he rose quickly to power, taking over the empire in a short military take over. Tribes now send representatives to the capital on a yearly basis to give their consent to him. It is now unspoken that the office of Sulitan is one headed by tribal leaders who give power to the Sulitan. <br/><br/>[Forces]First Firmi: Modern infantry division that employs rifles, gattling gunners, cannons and modern weapons and tactics in battle. The group has been reformed into a professional army that serves the Sulitan. Their tan uniforms are factory made, along with their arms, gear and other goods. Their guns are rifled and can fire up to seven shots in a load. <br/><br/>[Forces] Second Firmi (The Mounted Firmi): This group of warriors are trained in mounted combat. Their job is to protect the Great Railroad going north. To do this they are stationed on every train, water stop and patrol the route. These troops are trained in the northern style of combat and are drafted from the nomads. These nomads patrol the line on camel, horseback and airship.<br/><br/>[Forces] Third Firmi: Another land based military division. <br/><br/>[Forces] Fourth Firmi: Another land division. <br/><br/>[Forces} 1st-2nd Leto Armored divisions: The first fully fledged tanks, designed to fire explosive and chemical rounds against foes. <br/><br/>[Forces] 1st Ameralite: Rebuilt from the Raiders this naval task force is compiled of dreadnoughts, destroyers and frigates updated with modern technology. The Navy has been overhauled and now serves the Sulitan like the army, no longer pirates. The task force is professional <br/><br/>[Forces] 2nd Ameralite<br/><br/>[Forces] 1st Airborne: A combination of airships and planes this is the only air force the Empire has. <br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The City of Leto still stands. Despite it being nearly abandoned after the old empire collapsed the large, deep ports inside of the city were returned to and inhabited again. The city has very little notable about it and stands at the mouth of the Lea river, the lifeblood of the Settled and Nomadic people.<br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The city of Akksum has been taken into the realm. The city is home to a new palace, temple and ports. Under the rule of Harq Al-Ada the city's population grew. Walls would be constructed around the city, a market place built and trade between the desert would grow. The city has a library, sprawling markets, and a palace of its own. <br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The city of Bagghar is little more than a port city and trading outpost. From the north it if the first city in which trade is brought into the Empire. Frequented by merchants it is a bustling market. From this city nomads take goods south to Akksum or Leto. <br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The Township of Southern Ameralite: These four small towns are built upon the ruins of former Ameralite cities. These towns are focused around mining and lumber trade which is then transported to the southern cities. <br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The Leto Lines have been constructed. These railroads connect the cities and towns of the Empire. They are owned by different private companies and have been granted land by the Sulitan. Now goods are traveling faster than before and the economy is booming. However Nomads find themselves less and less useful in the economy. Less honorable ones are settling due to the lines. Others struggle to make a living and are removing them selves from the economy. <br/><br/>[Infrastructure] Transcontinental Railroad. The line runs from the Iron Despotism in the north to the sandy city of Leto. The line has several stops in the empire and connects directly to existing lines. This allows for more use of the line. The line also contains telegraphs lines near by that have become the basis of fast information being sent from city to city. <br/><br/>[Infrastructure] Agamer City: This city, in the heart of the desert, is home to the countries oil refineries that have sprung up due to the discovery of oil in the inner desert. These deposits are drilled and transported to the city on rail and boat, refined, and shipped up north. The city has forces stationed in it to protect from outside raiding. The facility is vital to the new oil based economy. <br/><br/>[Infrastructure] National Grid: This power grid is supplied to every city, town and can be hooked up to by any building in the Empire. This has increased the standard of living, increased production and lead to new technological breakthroughs. The lines also contains telephone and radio lines.<br/><br/>[Infrastructure] National Road: With the Empire growing quickly and the use of cars becoming common the monarchy established the first highways systems. These are mostly used by civilians but has the benefit of allowing quick military use. <br/><br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The Township Waves: A number of towns dedicated to manufacturing. This area is supplied by the local resources and is home to a rapidly growing population.<br/><br/><br/>[Culture] The Hymes of Dar Al-Hikman, a renound art school before the collapse of the old empire have now been turned into a holy book. The school was re founded after the return of inhabitants to the city of Leto. The book comprises of hymns from the settled and nomadic people and preach respect for the desert and water. Often times the desert and ocean are referred to as being liquids, as they both seem to flow and have waves. The classic book provides the moral and civil codes of the people in the Empire. <br/><br/>[Culture] The Azhar Book: The first mass printed religious guide for the new modern era. More of a political and economic manual the book opens the society for more religious and spiritual debate. The book tries to address the issue of the collapse of nomadic lifestyle. It leaves open the question of religion. <br/><br/>[Knowledge] Engineering, Chemistry, Steam Power, Calculus, Biology, Navigation<br/><br/>Level Two<br/>[Knowledge] Physics, Railroads, Clockwork, Replaceable parts, Metleugry, Geology, Medicine/Petrochemical, Electricity,--photography--(need)<br/>Level Three<br/>[knowledge]Combustion, Electric power, Organic Chemistry Electric lights, Telecommunication, Flight</div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Meeting</span><br/>Anton followed the Sultain the lands where very new to him, he had never seen deserts like this just the frozen tundra which he was starting to miss. ""I will try not to take up alot of your time Sultain."" He spoke formally, ""We have heard reports of what happen to the late Sultain and the Czar wishes to offer you his condolences on the death. As for why a Legion army is here was have come to help make sure your transition into power is a...healthy one... something like this is unheard of in the north so the Czar wanted to make sure his largest ally wouldn't see to any problems. The Legionaires will be here simply to keep the peace so long as you see fit as per my orders. With your permission we will also work to fortify the city. We have brought materials with us as well these along with a few assorted treasures are a welcoming gift to your new throne from the Czar.""<br/><br/>The Generals curiosity began to wander as looked around the luxurious room, dispite the wealth of the Depostim there religion discourages luxurious living. ""I've never seen a place such as this it is a nice home you have."" He said wandering away from his duties at first, he soon got back on track and said, ""My apologies if there's anything me or my men can do please ask.""<br/><br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Citadel</span><br/>With the rise of oil now contributing to war manufacturing, tanks could be made all over the regions of the tundra as a steady stream of materials was always flowing due to the rail lines. A new design was soon proposed for a light easy to produce tank that could hit and run just as quickly as it arrived and deploy up to 12 heavily armed Legionaries in a matter of seconds. These tanks where nicknamed the Aura arriving suddenly and destroying with utter beauty. The first of what was soon to be a large industrial fight for bigger and better tank designs the Aura soon became the main battle tank for the Depostism. Many where being stationed across the borders as the czar began plans for expansion yet again. Several where sent to Leto by train under heavy guard to help support the forces there.<br/><br/>In other news Yuris wolves have begun to scout out the closely guarded borderlands the Depostism shares with Goffsill, as more and more troops begin to line the borders along with the newly mass produced Aura light tank. The forces grew larger and larger by the day as soon a army of almost 20,000 light aura tanks hard been produced and was sitting in wait across the border many hidden as to avoid suspicion as Yuris wolves soon began to move deeper across the border in search of something.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Tech: <br/>Inf: Transcontinental rails- with the help of the mighty Sultain to the south the late kings dream has been realized and the rails are now connected from the tundra to the southern desserts the Czar couldn't be happier <br/>Infrastructure: The Citadel, a massive burdging industrial town-built into the side of the mountain and then deep into it, this city is the heart of The Iron Depotism and its main seat of power. Safe from harm the people work at bettering the Depostism through work and labour <br/><br/>Agent: Hans Jäger, a man of science he works day and night to come up with ways to keep the mighty production that keeps the Depostism alive running, a brilliant inventor and grandson of the man who helped build the Citadel he is one of the most highly regarded indivuals in the Depostism. <br/><br/>Forces: Deep Guard: from the bowls of the mighty citadel spawn the Deep Guard, Soldiers hell bent on protecting there great city and will stop at nothing short of death to protect it. There will is unwavering and each would gladly die for there cause. They are given the best equipment that can be made and put thought a training regiment from birth. It is drilled into them how to kill and they will never hesitate to do so.<br/><br/>Forces: Czars Legion: these men are the backbone of the Depostism military, they are indoctrinated to fight and never surrender even in the most extreme circumstances. They wear armor able to stop small fire arms from a distance, and possibly save them up close each of them carry repeater rifles and a short sword for up close combat they are the Hammer of Czar.<br/><br/>Forces: Yuris wolves: an elite commando force created espically for keeping everyone else out of the depostisms lands if there not supposed to be there. They have lived in the tundras wilderness in the harshest conditions all there lives and there bodies have adapted to it. Where most men die from the cold they survive, masters of ambush and there frozen homeland they know near every trick to the tundra. Often they even serve as an inquisition force stamping out any form of rebellion but as of yet nothing major has appeared due to centuries of conditioning of the people, there religion and strict government authority.<br/><br/>Agent: General (Legate) Anton Barkov<br/><br/>Forces: Aura tank- a light face produced tank which can rapidly deploy soldiers into a battle, while lightly armored it is fast enough to avoid most incoming fire, its heaviest armor is in the front as the tank is made specifically for charging purposes. Can carry up to 12 men with heavy weapons, is armed with a small cannon and machine gun. <br/><br/>Culture: From decades of living the many people's have developed a caste system, The King and warriors the highest caste, the workers the second highest, the slaves the lowest. This caste system keeps people in check, it is also used to keep production going for those who prove themselves skilled workers are often picked to join the warrior caste and a better life. There is only one patron god, Crawn, the god of industry and production.<br/><br/>Knowledge: Advanced metallurgy, when working with so many metals it is often good to understand them, and therefor best implement them. The people's of the Iron Depostim have learned much over the many years of how to produce and use the metals most effectively <br/><br/>Infrastructure: The Great Forges: inside of the citidel lay many mass if forges from which many devices of war are made, each of these built deep into the mountain where the resorces needed for them are plentiful. There are the pride and joy of any working caste member as well as the best arms and armor.<br/><br/>Knowledge: Steam engines: from studying the old machines littered around. The industrial nation has began to create steam powered machine to increase productivity and move around supplies faster. <br/><br/>Knowledge: construction: in an effort to produce bigger and better forges and equipment for the expanding empire the need for bigger structures<br/><br/>Knowledge beyond lv 1<br/>All<br/><br/>Infrastructure: Skisshaw a new addition to the growing Kingdom the city of Skisshaw is the biggest port city on the Iron Depostim hauling in a total of about 500 pounds of fish a day. As it has quickly become one of the most important regions in the Depostim a massive wall has been erected around it to keep out invaders. It also heavily utilizes the steam engines and ships to produce as much fish as possible without exhausting there food supply.<br/><br/>Tech lv 1 <br/>All<br/><br/>Lv 3 tech<br/>Combustion</div></div></div>"
7962,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=225,2015-01-09T00:15:00,Cuprum,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Südbach - Almain</span><br/><br/>Cause and effect, action and consequence. All that trouble because one man acted and another reacted. For their power and their ideals they would plunge the citizens of Almain to a new era of uncertainty. How long would it take the goverment or the magnates to commit a tragedy the likes of Berlinare.<br/><br/>""Rosemunde"" Jinjur chanted, prostrated alongside the main road next to a makeshift shrine. In front of the shrine were two bowls, one for him and one for Woten. Tradition and religion had her tucked away beside the main road, safe from horses, carts and people begging for his god and for his dinner that evening. Success would be a ball of rice to save for the meal time, failure would mean a night of steadfast meditation and exercises to keep his hunger at bay.<br/><br/>""Du hast"" she'd chant at the sound of a rare coin pinging against the wooden bowl before the Woten idol. The road leading in from the docks was busier than usual, a collection of well dressed Tedeschian men and women mixed with the eponymous Westerners themselves. Their pale skin, round eyes and haughty accents immediately set them apart. Their passing was unmistakeable. Where the people of Südbach would pass her with reverence or no mind, they, would openly scoff at her as though she were offensive to their sensibilities.<br/><br/>The morning was wearing on when a pack of children ran towards the dock, their feet hitting the ground like a stampede of great beasts. They were a cacophonous and rowdy bunch but even they offered her the respect reserved for men and women of a pious nature.<br/><br/>""Ich Will"" she chanted, rising from her kneeling position on the grass. She stretched out her arm and grabbed a young girl by the scruff of her shirt. She scrabbled for a minute until she realised who she was and bowed to her. She smiled and returned the bow.<br/><br/>""What is happening at the docks?"" she asked. The girl dragged a forearm across her nostrils and sniffed.<br/><br/>""One of those new steamboats is here"" she said hurriedly and scrambled off to follow her cohort.<br/><br/>The fight was quick and brutal, the Tedeschian man dressed in western clothes was something else. His fighting techniques were beyond anything Jinjur had ever seen before. But that didn't assuage the fact that there were me lying injured on the ground. The victor seemed well enough to take care of his own injuries.<br/><br/>Jinjur turned and waved over the young girl she stopped earlier.<br/><br/>""Go to the nearest shrine and have them send men to tend these ones."" The girl nodded and ran off to disappear in the crowd. Kizoku in the meanwhile went about assessing the injuries. One man had an arm broken in two places but he would live.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""The Federal Republic of Almain""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Agents:</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">- President Gerhard Schröder:</span> The leader of the Republic and the head of the goverment's executive branch. This politician and member of the old guard knows how to manage the masses.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">- Gral. Angelie Jinjur Pershing: </span> She has long dark hair, wears a green uniform, and generally acts impertinent while her army acts lackdaisical.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Forces</span>:<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Mechanical knight:</span> Refers to a humanoid automaton designed in the past.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">* Good commanders:</span> It is better to have a lion at the head of an army of sheep, than a sheep at the head of an army of lions.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">* Raider Group Doctrine:</span> This doctrine meant sending out groups of small fast ships with good endurance to contest the main sea route of the oceans..<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">* Gauss rifle:</span> Is a type of projectile accelerator consisting of one or more coils used as electromagnets in the configuration of a linear motor that accelerate a ferromagnetic or conducting projectile to high velocity.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">* Housecarls</span>: They serve as a well-equipped, disciplined, professional, and quite numerous standing army at the service of the President.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">* Stormän:</span> The term designates a noble or other man in a high social position, by birth, wealth or other qualities. <br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Infrastructure:</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">* Gärten:</span> They are created by staking out the shallow lake bed and then fencing in the rectangle with wattle. The fenced-off area was then layered with mud, lake sediment, and decaying vegetation, eventually bringing it above the level of the lake. Often trees such as āhuexōtl and āhuēhuētl were planted at the corners to secure the Gärten. Gärtens were separated by channels wide enough for a canoe to pass. These ""islands"" had very high crop yields with up to 7 harvests a year.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">* The Alemanniawerft:</span> Originally founded as the Nordtedesch Schiffbau-Gesellschaft in 1857, the wharf was bought by renowned industrialist Friedrich von Essen in 1962, and renamed the Alemanniawerft.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Culture:</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">* Political Contract</span>: Is theory or model, originating during the Age of Madness, that typically addresses the questions of the origin of society and the legitimacy of the authority of the state over the individual.Social contract arguments typically posit that individuals have consented, either explicitly or tacitly, to surrender some of their freedoms and submit to the authority of the ruler or magistrate (or to the decision of a majority), in exchange for protection of their remaining rights. The question of the relation between natural and legal rights, therefore, is often an aspect of social contract theory.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">* The Siegestor:</span> Is a three-arched triumphal arch crowned with a statue of Alemannia with a lion-quadriga. dedicated to the glory of the Tedeschian army.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">* The Schwabing Circles:</span> the Schwabing area of Munchen became known, probably due in large part to the large university and student presence, as a Böhmen hub of intellectual activity, drawing to it many modernist artists and authors.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">* The Reinheitsgebot</span>: Is a regulation concerning the production of beer in the Almain Republic.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">* (O)stomachion:</span> This is a dissection puzzle similar to a Tangram, and the treatise describing it was found in more complete form in the Archimedes Palimpsest.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Knowledge:</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">* The Prince:</span> He who neglects what is done for what ought to be done, sooner effects his ruin than his preservation.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">* Iron and Coal</span>: A blast furnace was used to make pig iron, which then had to undergo a further process to make forgeable bar iron. Processes for the second stage include fining in a finery forge and, from the Industrial Revolution, puddling. However both processes are now obsolete, and wrought iron is now hardly made.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">* An electric current</span>: Is a flow of electric charge. In electric circuits this charge is often carried by moving electrons in a wire. It can also be carried by ions in an electrolyte, or by both ions and electrons such as in a plasma.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">* Smallpox vaccine:</span> ''The initial source of infection was a disease of horses, called ""the grease"", which was transferred to cattle by farm workers, transformed, and then manifested as cowpox.''<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">* Sodium carbonate (soda)</span>: Was produced by the Leblanc process until 1880, when the much cheaper Solvay process became available. BASF ceased to make its own and bought it from the Solvay company thereafter.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">* Komissbrot: Five marks a week you must put aside, if you want to drive your own car.</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">* Dyes</span>: The discovery in 1856 by William Henry Perkin that aniline could be used to make intense colouring agents had led to the commercial production of synthetic dyes from aniline extracted from coal tar. BASF recruited Heinrich Caro, a Tedeschian chemist with experience of the dyestuffs industry. Caro developed a synthesis for alizarin (a natural pigment in madder), and applied for a British patent on 25 June 1869. Coincidentally Perkin applied for a virtually identical patent on 26 June 1869, and the two companies came to a mutual commercial agreement about the process. Further patents were granted for the synthesis of methylene blue and eosin, and in 1880 research began to try to find a synthetic process for indigo dye, though this was not successfully brought to the market until 1897. In 1901, some 80% of the BASF production was dyestuffs<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">* Sulfuric acid</span>: Was initially produced by the lead chamber process, but in 1890 a unit using the contact process was brought on stream, producing the acid at higher concentration (98% instead of 80%) and at lower cost. This followed extensive research and development by Rudolf Knietsch, for which he received the Liebig Medal in 1904.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">* Ammonia:</span> The development of the Haber process from 1908 to 1912 made it possible to synthesize ammonia (a major industrial chemical as the primary source of nitrogen), and, after acquiring exclusive rights to the process, in 1913 BASF started a new production plant in Oppau, adding fertilizers to its product range. BASF also acquired and began mining anhydrite for gypsum at the Kohnstein in 1917.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">* Ultraviolet Light</span>: Is electromagnetic radiation with a wavelength shorter than that of visible light but longer than X-rays.</div></div></div>"
7963,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=225,2015-01-09T15:50:00,Pac Kindom,"Bython<br/><br/>The Bython Foreign Legion was created by Maelor Pritchett and the Cast Council, The purpose of the Foreign Legion was to remove disruptive elements from society and put them to use fighting the enemies of Bython.<br/><br/>The Bython machine gun was based on the successful Bython Gatling Guns . Bython engeneers took the design of the Gatling Guns and improved it, reducing its weight by lightening and simplifying the action and substituting components made with high strength alloys. A muzzle booster was also added.<br/><br/>QF 13-pounder was developed by Bython engeneers, replacing the Bython Cannons . It was intended as a rapid-firing and highly-mobile yet reasonably powerful field gun for Bython Guard batteries supporting Cavalry brigades, which were expected to be engaged in mobile open warfare. It was developed in parallel with the QF 18-pounder used by field artillery<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Item gains""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bython Foreign Legion</span></div></div></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Bython Union""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">25<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""> <span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Agent</span> </span> (3) <br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Maelor Pritchett</span> A great inventor.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Huw Owen</span> A great Exployer.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Robat Dey </span> Most Power full of the Bython Mystics<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Forces</span></span> (5)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Bython Guard</span> is a force maintained by the Bython Union and is responsible for the safety of the and the security of the Union.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bython Foreign Legion </span> is a force maintained by the Bython Union and is responsible for the safety of the and the security of the Union.<br/>1000 Powered Cavalry (motorbikes) with bolt-action rifles a small 6 shot pistol and a simple knife <br/>10,000 foot soldiers with bolt-action rifles a small 6 shot pistol and a simple knife <br/>1,000 The Machine Gunners armed with a belt fed machine gun cable of piercing thin Armour and a small 6 shot pistol and a simple knife.<br/>500 QF 13-pounder and 500 QF 18-pounder each crewed by three people and are armed with Armour piercing and explode anti personal rounds. Each person is also armed with a small 6 shot pistol and a simple knife. These are new units and not very accurate but highly effected when the target.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bython Navy</span> Created to protect off shore fishing and explore the waves<br/>Bython Home Fleet, Freedom Fleet<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Daring-class_destroyer_&amp;#40;1893&amp;"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Daring-cla ... &amp;#40;1893&amp;</a>#41;<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Highflyer-class_cruiser"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Highflyer-class_cruiser</a><br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_pre-dreadnought_battleships_of_the_Royal_Navy#Majestic_class"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_pr ... stic_class</a><br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/British_K-class_submarine"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/British_K-class_submarine</a><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Bython Air fleet</span> is a force maintained by the Bython Union and is responsible for the safety air ways of the Union.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Infrastructure</span></span> (6)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Conwy</span> This town is set stride a river which flows thro the town in to the port and out to sea. Town surround the port and train station.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Caernarfon</span> A town in a valley to the west of Conwy. Town surround an central square and train station.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Borthiant</span>A town in a valley to the east of Conwy. Town surround an central square and train station.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Caer</span> An old large prison and mine complex. Now it more resembles an old Norman castle with large gray stone walls with a large temple and gardens.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cloddfa</span> A mine complex and a Town surround an central square and train station.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ryddid</span> Continent west of Xel'nox. Town surround the port an is made up of simple and practical stone constructions.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Special Infrastructure</span> (4)<br/>[b]Rheilffordd</span> These railroads connect the cities and towns of the Union. <br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bython Airfield </span> an aerodrome was built with paved runways <br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ryddid Airfield </span> an aerodrome was built with paved runways <br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Maes Olew</span> An oil field/Refinery in the north of Bython<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Culture</span> </span> (1)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bython Code </span> The Bythons are fare, free, people who live by the code honor thy Father, Protect the weak, be loyal to friends and family<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Magic</span> </span> (2)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Sense </span> The ability to sense the life force of the people around them.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Touch </span> The ability to inference the people around them.<br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Knowledge: </span><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">-LEVEL 1-</span></span> (All)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Biology, Engineering, Construction, Astronomy, Calculus, Steam Power, Chemistry</span> <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">-LEVEL 2-</span></span> (7)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""> Physics, Clockworks, Metallurgy, Railroad, Industrial Automation, Electricity, Medicine/Pertochemistry, Geology </span> <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">-LEVEL 3-</span></span> (4)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Combustion,Telecommunication, Flight, Organic Chemistry</span></div></div></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""State of The Union""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">The Union is an oligarchy ruled by the Cast Council. Although there is a capital city ,Conwy the Cast Council can meet in any City. The Cast Council is made up of eight individuals, two from the 4 main Cast ,Warrior, Builder, Grower and Teacher .<br/>The Builder cast controls all types of construction mine and manfraction and are based in Maes Olew.<br/>The Grower cast controls all types of food production and are based in Borthiant.<br/>The Warrior Cast is responsible for the safety of the and the security of the Union and are based in Conwy.<br/>The Teacher Cast is responsible for the teaching of the Union young and and all research and development. They are based in Caernarfon.<br/>The Religious Cast at this time number about 10 individuals . They are based in Caer.</div></div></div>"
7964,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=225,2015-01-09T17:26:00,Levis Avara,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Senate Ratifies War Bill</span><br/>It was a common day in Arvenia,wealthy,middle and poor working class people where walking to their destinations,old timey cars where riding to their destinations,a newspaper boy was shouting ""Extra Extra!! read all about it Senate votes to reconquer and annex Bython Colonies!!"" A man buys the newspaper for 5 cents.""Well I be damned president Andrew is sending troops to the Bython Colonies"".Indeed the Newspaper showed a political cartoon showing Lady Tara with a sword on her scabbard with Altaria on it putting on a Battleship hat that said ""World Power"" and smoke puffing out saying ""Expansion"" The men in congress accused Bython for shedding Altarian Blood on Altarian soil,and with the Industrial Might of Altaria,its Strong Navy,powerful and trained Army it would no doubt defeat the Bythons. This time a true invasion would be made 14,000 soldiers would make the trek and 9 battleships 5 Battle Cruisers 2 Dreadnoughts and 1 Submarine would make the trek has well.The Infantry where armed with The M1 Garand rifles Luger PO8 pistols grenades, and combat knifes.Also 7 Levi S12 Tanks would make the trip has well.<br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Gaum Island,Serria Sea</span><br/>Has far has the Altarians knew they held a great advantage for they controlled the the Seas the Island Colonies would act has great vantage points and would choke the Bythons from reaching their mainland Colonies with planning.The Ships would patrol and watch for the Bythons acting has a wall of fire against them,<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Dragon Legion </span><br/>A elite Infantry division these making up the best of the best in the Army,veterans these soldiers are armed with advanced warfare tech and trained in elite academies making them very skilled at what they do they're also trained in various climate zones across the World and are intelligent has well.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Invasion</span><br/>Over time the Ships reach a neutral zone and the troops are released to March to Ryhdidd City Spy sappers construct trenches to create a stalemate for the Bythons and Artillery is also carried the Tanks moving in front of the troops has well,Nova Spies gather intelligence on the Bythons with great stealth capabilities and soon one way or another the city of Rhydidd would fall.The ships move on to Bombard and surprise attack."
7965,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=225,2015-01-09T17:36:00,New Fraulasia,"For the 5th,<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lotill, 2031 A.O.P.</span><br/>The Goffsill foreign policy of isolationism is beginning to come to an end. Tired of hearing seondhand from traveling Leto and Gygaxi, government agents have coalesced into a new intelligence agency, ostensibly called The Federal Bureau of International Communication, but behind closed doors referred to as the Shadowed Hand Organization, as they are Goffsill's shadowed hand, operating out of sight and out of mind. Their first true assignment is the foundation of obscured offices in every Goffsill embassy abroad, from which they can start to funnel all information in each city.<br/><br/>Item gains:<br/>Forces: FBIC, or the SHO- An intelligence agency."
7966,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=225,2015-01-09T19:44:00,New Fraulasia,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Strausberg <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23074320#p23074320"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>In other news Yuris wolves have begun to scout out the closely guarded borderlands the Depostism shares with Goffsill, as more and more troops begin to line the borders along with the newly mass produced Aura light tank. The forces grew larger and larger by the day as soon a army of almost 20,000 light aura tanks hard been produced and was sitting in wait across the border many hidden as to avoid suspicion as Yuris wolves soon began to move deeper across the border in search of something.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Tech: <br/>Inf: Transcontinental rails- with the help of the mighty Sultain to the south the late kings dream has been realized and the rails are now connected from the tundra to the southern desserts the Czar couldn't be happier <br/>Infrastructure: The Citadel, a massive burdging industrial town-built into the side of the mountain and then deep into it, this city is the heart of The Iron Depotism and its main seat of power. Safe from harm the people work at bettering the Depostism through work and labour <br/><br/>Agent: Hans Jäger, a man of science he works day and night to come up with ways to keep the mighty production that keeps the Depostism alive running, a brilliant inventor and grandson of the man who helped build the Citadel he is one of the most highly regarded indivuals in the Depostism. <br/><br/>Forces: Deep Guard: from the bowls of the mighty citadel spawn the Deep Guard, Soldiers hell bent on protecting there great city and will stop at nothing short of death to protect it. There will is unwavering and each would gladly die for there cause. They are given the best equipment that can be made and put thought a training regiment from birth. It is drilled into them how to kill and they will never hesitate to do so.<br/><br/>Forces: Czars Legion: these men are the backbone of the Depostism military, they are indoctrinated to fight and never surrender even in the most extreme circumstances. They wear armor able to stop small fire arms from a distance, and possibly save them up close each of them carry repeater rifles and a short sword for up close combat they are the Hammer of Czar.<br/><br/>Forces: Yuris wolves: an elite commando force created espically for keeping everyone else out of the depostisms lands if there not supposed to be there. They have lived in the tundras wilderness in the harshest conditions all there lives and there bodies have adapted to it. Where most men die from the cold they survive, masters of ambush and there frozen homeland they know near every trick to the tundra. Often they even serve as an inquisition force stamping out any form of rebellion but as of yet nothing major has appeared due to centuries of conditioning of the people, there religion and strict government authority.<br/><br/>Agent: General (Legate) Anton Barkov<br/><br/>Forces: Aura tank- a light face produced tank which can rapidly deploy soldiers into a battle, while lightly armored it is fast enough to avoid most incoming fire, its heaviest armor is in the front as the tank is made specifically for charging purposes. Can carry up to 12 men with heavy weapons, is armed with a small cannon and machine gun. <br/><br/>Culture: From decades of living the many people's have developed a caste system, The King and warriors the highest caste, the workers the second highest, the slaves the lowest. This caste system keeps people in check, it is also used to keep production going for those who prove themselves skilled workers are often picked to join the warrior caste and a better life. There is only one patron god, Crawn, the god of industry and production.<br/><br/>Knowledge: Advanced metallurgy, when working with so many metals it is often good to understand them, and therefor best implement them. The people's of the Iron Depostim have learned much over the many years of how to produce and use the metals most effectively <br/><br/>Infrastructure: The Great Forges: inside of the citidel lay many mass if forges from which many devices of war are made, each of these built deep into the mountain where the resorces needed for them are plentiful. There are the pride and joy of any working caste member as well as the best arms and armor.<br/><br/>Knowledge: Steam engines: from studying the old machines littered around. The industrial nation has began to create steam powered machine to increase productivity and move around supplies faster. <br/><br/>Knowledge: construction: in an effort to produce bigger and better forges and equipment for the expanding empire the need for bigger structures<br/><br/>Knowledge beyond lv 1<br/>All<br/><br/>Infrastructure: Skisshaw a new addition to the growing Kingdom the city of Skisshaw is the biggest port city on the Iron Depostim hauling in a total of about 500 pounds of fish a day. As it has quickly become one of the most important regions in the Depostim a massive wall has been erected around it to keep out invaders. It also heavily utilizes the steam engines and ships to produce as much fish as possible without exhausting there food supply.<br/><br/>Tech lv 1 <br/>All<br/><br/>Lv 3 tech<br/>Combustion</div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Northeast Fringelands, 2031 A.O.P.</span><br/>Patrols by both the first and second Divisions north of Goffsill had both observed the foreign squads fanning out through the hills. At first they naively thought that the militarymen were simply lost. Then, when it was made clear that they were looking for something, Two platoons, led by one Lieutenant Geiger and Lieutenant Zolan, traveled to meet them on a plain near the border."
7967,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=225,2015-01-09T19:57:00,United Soviet Jason Republic,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Empire of Leto</span></span><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">The Meeting</span><br/><br/>The Sulitan frowned. How could such a man have sorrow for the tyranny of the old rulers? Why would they think that the Empire, glorious, the rulers of the endless south would need help? ""I have orders. Send your men home. There is no need for them here as the Empire is secure and firmly under the control of me. As for the former ruler he was a tyrant. He deserved the painful death he deserved. I will fulfill the oaths made by the Empire to outsiders. The last thing the Empire and my ruling shall have is outside troops in our land. I ask you to leave. I also ask you to take back your sorrow for the old regime. I am in control now."" The monarch walked slowly over to a fine clock, coated in gold. Its face was ivory, with dashes of silver. ""Do you see this? This little object represents the Empire. That is how i like to think it is. It is wealthy. It has power. It is orderly. It has been and forever shall be just that. It also never ends. Did you know the lands to the south and to the east haven't an end? Still settlers from the cities, towns and small villages head to the new lands. These lands give us what they have. We are strong."" The Sulitan turned to another object. It was a radio. ""So simple, isn't it? Technology. Something the previous rulers failed to adopt properly. With this gadget i can tell men with my words what to do. From miles and miles away. People can tell me what they need too. It is why we are better than the old."" Putting the object down the Sulitan looked at the representative. ""Tell me, what does your nation see in the South?""<br/><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""The Empire""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">3 (INCLUDING LEVEL 3 TECH)<br/>[Agents] Varota Al-Ada: Second cousin of Harq Al-Ada, and not directly related, Varota is a member of the Assukm tribes and represents them in the royal court. He is an avid expansionists and general. <br/><br/>[Agents] Sulitan Zensunni Yali, King of the Empire, Yali took over from his cousin in a coup against the royal family. Using the angry nomads and religious fervor he rose quickly to power, taking over the empire in a short military take over. Tribes now send representatives to the capital on a yearly basis to give their consent to him. It is now unspoken that the office of Sulitan is one headed by tribal leaders who give power to the Sulitan. <br/><br/>[Forces]First Firmi: Modern infantry division that employs rifles, gattling gunners, cannons and modern weapons and tactics in battle. The group has been reformed into a professional army that serves the Sulitan. Their tan uniforms are factory made, along with their arms, gear and other goods. Their guns are rifled and can fire up to seven shots in a load. <br/><br/>[Forces] Second Firmi (The Mounted Firmi): This group of warriors are trained in mounted combat. Their job is to protect the Great Railroad going north. To do this they are stationed on every train, water stop and patrol the route. These troops are trained in the northern style of combat and are drafted from the nomads. These nomads patrol the line on camel, horseback and airship.<br/><br/>[Forces] Third Firmi: Another land based military division. <br/><br/>[Forces] Fourth Firmi: Another land division. <br/><br/>[Forces} 1st-2nd Leto Armored divisions: The first fully fledged tanks, designed to fire explosive and chemical rounds against foes. <br/><br/>[Forces] 1st Ameralite: Rebuilt from the Raiders this naval task force is compiled of dreadnoughts, destroyers and frigates updated with modern technology. The Navy has been overhauled and now serves the Sulitan like the army, no longer pirates. The task force is professional <br/><br/>[Forces] 2nd Ameralite<br/><br/>[Forces] 1st Airborne: A combination of airships and planes this is the only air force the Empire has. <br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The City of Leto still stands. Despite it being nearly abandoned after the old empire collapsed the large, deep ports inside of the city were returned to and inhabited again. The city has very little notable about it and stands at the mouth of the Lea river, the lifeblood of the Settled and Nomadic people.<br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The city of Akksum has been taken into the realm. The city is home to a new palace, temple and ports. Under the rule of Harq Al-Ada the city's population grew. Walls would be constructed around the city, a market place built and trade between the desert would grow. The city has a library, sprawling markets, and a palace of its own. <br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The city of Bagghar is little more than a port city and trading outpost. From the north it if the first city in which trade is brought into the Empire. Frequented by merchants it is a bustling market. From this city nomads take goods south to Akksum or Leto. <br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The Township of Southern Ameralite: These four small towns are built upon the ruins of former Ameralite cities. These towns are focused around mining and lumber trade which is then transported to the southern cities. <br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The Leto Lines have been constructed. These railroads connect the cities and towns of the Empire. They are owned by different private companies and have been granted land by the Sulitan. Now goods are traveling faster than before and the economy is booming. However Nomads find themselves less and less useful in the economy. Less honorable ones are settling due to the lines. Others struggle to make a living and are removing them selves from the economy. <br/><br/>[Infrastructure] Transcontinental Railroad. The line runs from the Iron Despotism in the north to the sandy city of Leto. The line has several stops in the empire and connects directly to existing lines. This allows for more use of the line. The line also contains telegraphs lines near by that have become the basis of fast information being sent from city to city. <br/><br/>[Infrastructure] Agamer City: This city, in the heart of the desert, is home to the countries oil refineries that have sprung up due to the discovery of oil in the inner desert. These deposits are drilled and transported to the city on rail and boat, refined, and shipped up north. The city has forces stationed in it to protect from outside raiding. The facility is vital to the new oil based economy. <br/><br/>[Infrastructure] National Grid: This power grid is supplied to every city, town and can be hooked up to by any building in the Empire. This has increased the standard of living, increased production and lead to new technological breakthroughs. The lines also contains telephone and radio lines.<br/><br/>[Infrastructure] National Road: With the Empire growing quickly and the use of cars becoming common the monarchy established the first highways systems. These are mostly used by civilians but has the benefit of allowing quick military use. <br/><br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The Township Waves: A number of towns dedicated to manufacturing. This area is supplied by the local resources and is home to a rapidly growing population.<br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The Township of Hikman: A population center of little towns. <br/><br/><br/>[Culture] The Hymes of Dar Al-Hikman, a renound art school before the collapse of the old empire have now been turned into a holy book. The school was re founded after the return of inhabitants to the city of Leto. The book comprises of hymns from the settled and nomadic people and preach respect for the desert and water. Often times the desert and ocean are referred to as being liquids, as they both seem to flow and have waves. The classic book provides the moral and civil codes of the people in the Empire. <br/><br/>[Culture] The Azhar Book: The first mass printed religious guide for the new modern era. More of a political and economic manual the book opens the society for more religious and spiritual debate. The book tries to address the issue of the collapse of nomadic lifestyle. It leaves open the question of religion. <br/><br/>[Knowledge] Engineering, Chemistry, Steam Power, Calculus, Biology, Navigation<br/><br/>Level Two<br/>[Knowledge] Physics, Railroads, Clockwork, Replaceable parts, Metleugry, Geology, Medicine/Petrochemical, Electricity,--photography--(need)<br/>Level Three<br/>[knowledge]Combustion, Electric power, Organic Chemistry Electric lights, Telecommunication, Flight</div></div></div>"
7968,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=225,2015-01-10T06:56:00,Pac Kindom,"<blockquote><div><cite>Levis Avara <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23082575#p23082575"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Gaum Island,Serria Sea</span><br/>Has far has the Altarians knew they held a great advantage for they controlled the the Seas the Island Colonies would act has great vantage points and would choke the Bythons from reaching their mainland Colonies with planning.The Ships would patrol and watch for the Bythons acting has a wall of fire against them,<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Dragon Legion </span><br/>A elite Infantry division these making up the best of the best in the Army,veterans these soldiers are armed with advanced warfare tech and trained in elite academies making them very skilled at what they do they're also trained in various climate zones across the World and are intelligent has well.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Invasion</span><br/>Over time the Ships reach a neutral zone and the troops are released to March to Ryhdidd City Spy sappers construct trenches to create a stalemate for the Bythons and Artillery is also carried the Tanks moving in front of the troops has well,Nova Spies gather intelligence on the Bythons with great stealth capabilities and soon one way or another the city of Rhydidd would fall.The ships move on to Bombard and surprise attack.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ryhdidd</span><br/>Unknown to the Arvenia troops scouts of the Bython Foreign Legion were watching them landing, the leading scout reported back to the leaders smiled little to they know the hole Legion and half the Freedom fleet waiting for them. The feet lay in the next bay lay 5 battleships 5 Cruisers 5 torpedo boats and 5 Submarine waiting to trap the fleet in the bay.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Gaum Island,Serria Sea</span><br/>The Cast Council order to insert Spies on to Gaum Island gather intelligence on the Arvenias with great stealth capabilities and soon one way or another the Gaum Island would be flattened. Waiting of the coast for coordinates the the other have of the freedom fleet<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Bython Union""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">25<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""> <span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Agent</span> </span> (3) <br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Maelor Pritchett</span> A great inventor.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Huw Owen</span> A great Exployer.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Robat Dey </span> Most Power full of the Bython Mystics<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Forces</span></span> (5)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Bython Guard</span> is a force maintained by the Bython Union and is responsible for the safety of the and the security of the Union.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bython Foreign Legion </span> is a force maintained by the Bython Union and is responsible for the safety of the and the security of the Union.<br/>1000 Powered Cavalry (motorbikes) with bolt-action rifles a small 6 shot pistol and a simple knife <br/>10,000 foot soldiers with bolt-action rifles a small 6 shot pistol and a simple knife <br/>1,000 The Machine Gunners armed with a belt fed machine gun cable of piercing thin Armour and a small 6 shot pistol and a simple knife.<br/>500 QF 13-pounder and 500 QF 18-pounder each crewed by three people and are armed with Armour piercing and explode anti personal rounds. Each person is also armed with a small 6 shot pistol and a simple knife. These are new units and not very accurate but highly effected when the target.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bython Navy</span> Created to protect off shore fishing and explore the waves<br/>Bython Home Fleet, Freedom Fleet<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Daring-class_destroyer_&amp;#40;1893&amp;"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Daring-cla ... &amp;#40;1893&amp;</a>#41;<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Highflyer-class_cruiser"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Highflyer-class_cruiser</a><br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_pre-dreadnought_battleships_of_the_Royal_Navy#Majestic_class"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_pr ... stic_class</a><br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/British_K-class_submarine"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/British_K-class_submarine</a><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Bython Air fleet</span> is a force maintained by the Bython Union and is responsible for the safety air ways of the Union.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Infrastructure</span></span> (6)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Conwy</span> This town is set stride a river which flows thro the town in to the port and out to sea. Town surround the port and train station.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Caernarfon</span> A town in a valley to the west of Conwy. Town surround an central square and train station.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Borthiant</span>A town in a valley to the east of Conwy. Town surround an central square and train station.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Caer</span> An old large prison and mine complex. Now it more resembles an old Norman castle with large gray stone walls with a large temple and gardens.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cloddfa</span> A mine complex and a Town surround an central square and train station.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ryddid</span> Continent west of Xel'nox. Town surround the port an is made up of simple and practical stone constructions.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Special Infrastructure</span> (4)<br/>[b]Rheilffordd</span> These railroads connect the cities and towns of the Union. <br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bython Airfield </span> an aerodrome was built with paved runways <br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ryddid Airfield </span> an aerodrome was built with paved runways <br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Maes Olew</span> An oil field/Refinery in the north of Bython<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Culture</span> </span> (1)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bython Code </span> The Bythons are fare, free, people who live by the code honor thy Father, Protect the weak, be loyal to friends and family<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Magic</span> </span> (2)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Sense </span> The ability to sense the life force of the people around them.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Touch </span> The ability to inference the people around them.<br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Knowledge: </span><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">-LEVEL 1-</span></span> (All)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Biology, Engineering, Construction, Astronomy, Calculus, Steam Power, Chemistry</span> <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">-LEVEL 2-</span></span> (7)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""> Physics, Clockworks, Metallurgy, Railroad, Industrial Automation, Electricity, Medicine/Pertochemistry, Geology </span> <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">-LEVEL 3-</span></span> (4)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Combustion,Telecommunication, Flight, Organic Chemistry</span></div></div></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""State of The Union""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">The Union is an oligarchy ruled by the Cast Council. Although there is a capital city ,Conwy the Cast Council can meet in any City. The Cast Council is made up of eight individuals, two from the 4 main Cast ,Warrior, Builder, Grower and Teacher .<br/>The Builder cast controls all types of construction mine and manfraction and are based in Maes Olew.<br/>The Grower cast controls all types of food production and are based in Borthiant.<br/>The Warrior Cast is responsible for the safety of the and the security of the Union and are based in Conwy.<br/>The Teacher Cast is responsible for the teaching of the Union young and and all research and development. They are based in Caernarfon.<br/>The Religious Cast at this time number about 10 individuals . They are based in Caer.</div></div></div>"
7969,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=225,2015-01-10T08:47:00,Harkback Union,"For 20 Years, The hackback became Isolationist. No foreigners were allowed into the country (except for Citizens of Lotill and Goffsill) and borders were protected by sentinels. The decision was made after The Council of Zadox Uncovered several Ancient tomes, Regarding the violent history of the Past. Relations with Altair have especially worsened.<br/><br/>During these years, Harkback Science progressed. Electric power was discovered and Soon Replaced Steam across the country. New Dams, Coal Plants and Windmills were erected to provide electricity, Much needed in Zadox where a new electricity powered invention was discovered every week by Various inventors. Light bulbs, Telephones, Electric engines, Radios...<br/>The first Tram and Subway lines were opened in Zadox A Year Ago. That was about the Time the Colonies of Rotwang discovered a new source of power. Much like coal, But liquid. They begun extracting it refining it into more useful things, Such as plastics and Medicine.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Cards used:<br/>Exploit resources, Establish trade, Counter espionage<br/><br/>Knowledge:<br/>All Level 1 and Level 2<br/><br/>Level 3:<br/>- Organic Chemistry (From Biology, Medicine and Chemistry) (better medicine, more vaccines, Chemical weapons)<br/>- Telecommunication (Electricity) (Radios, Telephones)<br/>- Electric power (Electricity, Steam power) (Electric trains, Tools)<br/>- Electric lights (Electricity) (Neon signs)<br/><br/>New Infrastructure:<br/>Rotwang Co. Refineries.</div></div></div>"
7970,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=225,2015-01-10T10:02:00,G-Tech Corporation,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Old Mara, Central-Southern Tredera</span><br/><br/>Two thousand years. It sounded like a long time, when one contemplated the number in isolation. Perhaps it was. By the standards of most, the Landsraad Hegemony, last vestige of the sons of Ameral and the mighty Dominions, was ancient beyond reckoning. Before the time of the Cataclysm, before man's hubris caused the Breaking of the World, the Landsraad ruled every man and beast for a thousand leagues and more, the Highprince and the armies of the stars dominant over every continent save the north.<br/><br/>How times had changed. In the centuries and millennia since the time of the Nighttears, man had risen again upon the face of Avara. Civilizations as strong and fair as even the height of achievement of old Arcea and Leon teemed upon the earth, a riotous mass of mankind.<br/><br/>Brightlord Erasmus sighed behind his rebreather, and checked the gauge again. Safe, though polluted. He raised a thickly-gloves hand to the side of his mask, and with a pressurized hiss it came off. His deeply tanned skin and startlingly blue eyes looked out on the ruins of his forebearers, and even the trusted right-hand of the Highprince could not keep a touch of melancholy from his heart. Though the hundreds of Secrats at his back could not understand the poignancy of this moment, he understood what the steel skeletons scraping the sky and the ribbons of land devoid of trees meant. Once men and women had called these thoroughfares home, and Mara had been the glittering jewel beating in the breast of civilization upon the face of the earth.<br/><br/>Until she had been torn out, and the body had succumbed to age.<br/><br/>Erasmus knew, as none of the men here probably did, that it was the Dominion that had finally broken the world. Oh, the other children had knocked over toys too, drowning themselves, burning themselves, but the endless black pall of death that encircled the globe for fifty years was the birthright of every man of the World-Ships.<br/><br/>Down the Brightlord knelt, and he took up some of the blasted earth, still mostly barren of vegetation here, perhaps in memory of what the inhabitants of this metropolis had wrought upon the soil. With a silent heart and his eyes raised to the All-Sire the Brightlord swore that never again would such destruction be visited on the land. Not by his hand.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Landing, Western Hitherlund</span><br/><br/>Beyond the count of man or beast, where the land was as flat as a pane of glass, a mighty arcology descended. At first, to the wandering creatures and small mammals, it seemed as if the day had gone into shadow; a cloud descended from on high, against the wind. It grew as it fell from above, stretching and enveloping plain and hill in its immensity. Animals fled and trees bent with a sudden hammer-blow of hot wind, stripping grass from the surface of the earth.<br/><br/>Landing struts, ancient as man himself but recently refurbished, creaked open, each as long as a battleship and strong enough to hold up an entire city. Upon the legs of a Titan the monolith of man's might finally came to rest upon the soil, and a tremor ran through the earth with its embrace of the ground; to the west, and south, and north, similar edifices could be seen. Larger than some foothills of the immense eastern mountains, the World-Ships were now returned to the bosom of the planet that had given them life two thousand rotations of the earth about father Sol ago.<br/><br/>The Hegemony had returned.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""The Landsraad Hegemony""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Agents:</span><br/>-Highprince Xavier Harkan: Lord of the Landsraad Hegemony and Grand Admiral of the Sky-Fleets<br/>-Techsin Verita Nyive: Acting Commander of the Eastern Expeditionary Front<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Forces:</span><br/>-The Nightstriders: 150 Flashstrike skyriders, veteran-class. Equipped with air-to-air and overpressure weapons. <br/>-The Firth of Might: 7 Hierarch behemoths, veteran-class. Transport capacity of a full Armored Roh. <br/>-The Bulwark of Man: A great sky-ship displacing 4.5 million tonnes, she bears the Orator of the Apocalypse and five flights of Hegemon-class Needleships. Transport capacity of five Armored Fists. <br/>-The Silent Shadows: 220 Scitar-class Needleships, armed with forgot shardlaunchers and relat sabots.<br/>-The Obsidian Waves: 90 Ganter-class ornithopters.<br/>-The Sky-Breakers: 300 Flashstrike skyriders. <br/>-1st Armored Roh ""Blackguards""<br/>-1st Heavy Infantry Roh ""Groundpounders""<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Infrastructure:</span><br/>-The World-Ships: 32 immense vessels the size of small cities kept aloft by large reactor cores. Each can have up to a hundred thousand inhabitants and is fully self-sustainable, though not all are fully populated. Each has a fighter complement and AA defenses. <br/>-The Core: A truly giant world ship with ancient boring devices that can strip mine several thousand feet with ease. <br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Culture:</span><br/>-The Word of the Devotiaries<br/>-The Nostrum of the Stars<br/>-The Graven Arch<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Knowledge:</span> All Knowledge through Tier 3.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ancient Wisdom:</span><br/>-Force Engines<br/>-Kinetic Sabots<br/>-Aeroponics<br/>-Synthetic Atmosphere <br/>-Genetic Radical Stabilization<br/>-The Vats<br/>-Cogitors</div></div></div>"
7971,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=225,2015-01-10T12:53:00,Levis Avara,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ryhdidd</span><br/>Unknown to the Arvenia troops scouts of the Bython Foreign Legion were watching them landing, the leading scout reported back to the leaders smiled little to they know the hole Legion and half the Freedom fleet waiting for them. The feet lay in the next bay lay 5 battleships 5 Cruisers 5 torpedo boats and 5 Submarine waiting to trap the fleet in the bay.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Gaum Island,Serria Sea</span><br/>The Cast Council order to insert Spies on to Gaum Island gather intelligence on the Arvenias with great stealth capabilities and soon one way or another the Gaum Island would be flattened. Waiting of the coast for coordinates the the other have of the freedom fleet<br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Gaum Island</span><br/><br/>The Bythons did not know that Gaum was a major Naval base between the homeland and the Mainland Colonies,a huge number of the Serria Fleet patrolled these waters powerful long range Artillery and mortar lined the beaches acting has support and the Altarians would know about the invasion weeks before it would happen.Also the spies seeing has the Altarians had a trained and skilled spy network in all corners of the Republic it was very easy to spot the Bythons and interrogate and kill them before they could gather enough information the Bython spies where little more then amenturars.Also after gathering some intelligence a squadron of 5 submarines are sent and a air carrier carrying 15 fighter biplanes would join the journey.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Rhydidd</span><br/><br/>The spies had radioed the Troops back at postion a major Bython force was gathering this allowed the Altarian troops to prepare before hand they set up the Artillery at firing postion and the troops and tanks prepared for combat.With full might the battle began has long range Artillery fired at fire range and mortar was set up firing at the Bython forces.The troops waited in the trenches.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">New Avon,Dockyards</span><br/>A major port and shipbuilding city some of the citizens cheered has the troops prepared to move down the coast about 35,000 troops from the East Coast of Geneva would move down to meet the Bythons 12 levi tanks and 5 battle cruisers locally made would also travel the Altarians had faced the Bythons from both fronts this war would end in victory for the Altarians.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Foriegn Policy</span><br/>The Altarians had heard that the zadoxians had closed themselves from the World again,for quite some time diplomats had tried to open up relations with them but they wouldn't budge the Altarians had a foreign policy of being at peace in Tredera and only expanding into the outside world the Altarian Republic already had vast territories in Iberia,Leon,and Verdia and had no interest expanding any further hopefully Zadox would understand this but then again Zadox wasn't that important to the Altarian Economy anyways."
7972,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=225,2015-01-10T14:03:00,Pac Kindom,"<blockquote><div><cite>Levis Avara <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23091215#p23091215"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Rhydidd</span><br/>The spies had radioed the Troops back at postion a major Bython force was gathering this allowed the Altarian troops to prepare before hand they set up the Artillery at firing postion and the troops and tanks prepared for combat.With full might the battle began has long range Artillery fired at fire range and mortar was set up firing at the Bython forces.The troops waited in the trenches.<br/>.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>A scout of the Bython Foreign Legion shouted down 25 North 30 south seconds later a number of the the hidden QF 18-pounder guns open apon the 7 Levi S12 Tanks, and soon after 500 of the Powered Cavalry race towards the camped Avara troops firing there pistol and then racing back towards the bython lines.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Bython Union""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">25<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""> <span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Agent</span> </span> (3) <br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Maelor Pritchett</span> A great inventor.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Huw Owen</span> A great Exployer.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Robat Dey </span> Most Power full of the Bython Mystics<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Forces</span></span> (5)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Bython Guard</span> is a force maintained by the Bython Union and is responsible for the safety of the and the security of the Union.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bython Foreign Legion </span> is a force maintained by the Bython Union and is responsible for the safety of the and the security of the Union.<br/>1000 Powered Cavalry (motorbikes) with bolt-action rifles a small 6 shot pistol and a simple knife <br/>10,000 foot soldiers with bolt-action rifles a small 6 shot pistol and a simple knife <br/>1,000 The Machine Gunners armed with a belt fed machine gun cable of piercing thin Armour and a small 6 shot pistol and a simple knife.<br/>500 QF 13-pounder and 500 QF 18-pounder each crewed by three people and are armed with Armour piercing and explode anti personal rounds. Each person is also armed with a small 6 shot pistol and a simple knife. These are new units and not very accurate but highly effected when the target.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bython Navy</span> Created to protect off shore fishing and explore the waves<br/>Bython Home Fleet, Freedom Fleet<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Daring-class_destroyer_&amp;#40;1893&amp;"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Daring-cla ... &amp;#40;1893&amp;</a>#41;<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Highflyer-class_cruiser"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Highflyer-class_cruiser</a><br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_pre-dreadnought_battleships_of_the_Royal_Navy#Majestic_class"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_pr ... stic_class</a><br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/British_K-class_submarine"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/British_K-class_submarine</a><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Bython Air fleet</span> is a force maintained by the Bython Union and is responsible for the safety air ways of the Union.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Infrastructure</span></span> (6)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Conwy</span> This town is set stride a river which flows thro the town in to the port and out to sea. Town surround the port and train station.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Caernarfon</span> A town in a valley to the west of Conwy. Town surround an central square and train station.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Borthiant</span>A town in a valley to the east of Conwy. Town surround an central square and train station.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Caer</span> An old large prison and mine complex. Now it more resembles an old Norman castle with large gray stone walls with a large temple and gardens.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cloddfa</span> A mine complex and a Town surround an central square and train station.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ryddid</span> Continent west of Xel'nox. Town surround the port an is made up of simple and practical stone constructions.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Special Infrastructure</span> (4)<br/>[b]Rheilffordd</span> These railroads connect the cities and towns of the Union. <br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bython Airfield </span> an aerodrome was built with paved runways <br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ryddid Airfield </span> an aerodrome was built with paved runways <br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Maes Olew</span> An oil field/Refinery in the north of Bython<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Culture</span> </span> (1)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bython Code </span> The Bythons are fare, free, people who live by the code honor thy Father, Protect the weak, be loyal to friends and family<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Magic</span> </span> (2)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Sense </span> The ability to sense the life force of the people around them.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Touch </span> The ability to inference the people around them.<br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Knowledge: </span><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">-LEVEL 1-</span></span> (All)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Biology, Engineering, Construction, Astronomy, Calculus, Steam Power, Chemistry</span> <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">-LEVEL 2-</span></span> (7)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""> Physics, Clockworks, Metallurgy, Railroad, Industrial Automation, Electricity, Medicine/Pertochemistry, Geology </span> <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">-LEVEL 3-</span></span> (4)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Combustion,Telecommunication, Flight, Organic Chemistry</span></div></div></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""State of The Union""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">The Union is an oligarchy ruled by the Cast Council. Although there is a capital city ,Conwy the Cast Council can meet in any City. The Cast Council is made up of eight individuals, two from the 4 main Cast ,Warrior, Builder, Grower and Teacher .<br/>The Builder cast controls all types of construction mine and manfraction and are based in Maes Olew.<br/>The Grower cast controls all types of food production and are based in Borthiant.<br/>The Warrior Cast is responsible for the safety of the and the security of the Union and are based in Conwy.<br/>The Teacher Cast is responsible for the teaching of the Union young and and all research and development. They are based in Caernarfon.<br/>The Religious Cast at this time number about 10 individuals . They are based in Caer.</div></div></div>"
7973,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=225,2015-01-10T17:49:00,Levis Avara,"<blockquote class=""uncited""><div><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Rhydidd</span><br/>The spies had radioed the Troops back at postion a major Bython force was gathering this allowed the Altarian troops to prepare before hand they set up the Artillery at firing postion and the troops and tanks prepared for combat.With full might the battle began has long range Artillery fired at fire range and mortar was set up firing at the Bython forces.The troops waited in the trenches.<br/><br/><br/>A scout of the Bython Foreign Legion shouted down 25 North 30 south seconds later a number of the the hidden QF 18-pounder guns open apon the 7 Levi S12 Tanks, and soon after 500 of the Powered Cavalry race towards the camped Avara troops firing there pistol and then racing back towards the bython lines.<br/><br/>A scout of the Bython Foreign Legion shouted down 25 North 30 south seconds later a number of the the hidden QF 18-pounder guns open apon the 7 Levi S12 Tanks, and soon after 500 of the Powered Cavalry race towards the camped Avara troops firing there pistol and then racing back towards the bython lines.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>The Altarains from the trenches fired with full might at the powered Calvary what the Bythons where doing was dangerous has they have no armor,thus leaving the operators totally exposed, can easily be damaged, and – they’re dangerous even without the threat of the enemy present.With this the mortar and Artillery fired at the mass confusion inflicting death from the heavens above,on the motorcycle Calvary the Levi tanks with there heavy and strong Armour begin firing has well but some get damaged and so far 2 destroyed burning but not without doing severe damage on QF pounder guns.The Infantry rush out and also fire rapidly doing great damage has well especially with the motorcycles running back turned away from the troops. The rest continue to fire from the Trenches throwing grenades to stay safe.Some parts of the Trench are directly hit by the QF gun killing a sizable number of the men but with combined and steady firepower the Altarians hold the advantage.<br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">On to Rhydidd</span><br/>With proper timing the 5 cruisers,air carrier,and submarines met up with the original naval force together they head towards Rhydidd dropping the Genevan Infantry and tanks to march from Northeast of the City the boot prints pressing into the sand and shaking the land the Submarines scouted the area for ships with stealth the other Warships bombarded the city trying to inflict damage on the Bython based troops there."
7974,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=225,2015-01-10T18:22:00,Levis Avara,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Arcea City</span>(Electrical Power)<br/>Arcea like in the days of old is the largest city in the Nation and being a important center of Finance,Commerce,Fashion,and culture the city is densely populated high rise apartments,tenements, and wealthy commercial buildings squeezing into any land they could find when they couldn't spread out they built up.The problem now is that they needed a proper transport system to move people quickly around the city.So Inventor Rebecca Lee developed electrical power allowing for subways more advanced tools and cleaner technology.Soon a extensive and huge subway system is built and more advanced trains replace the old ones."
7975,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=225,2015-01-10T19:12:00,G-Tech Corporation,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">West of Landing, Near <span style=""font-style: italic"">Radiant Glory</span>, Hitherlund</span><br/><br/>Into the earth of the low hills teeth of steel and iron bit, the creature that was industry devouring its prey again. For centuries the immense machine that was the Core had descended from time to time to procure ore and ground iron for repairs to the fleet of high-atmosphere vessels, but this was far different. Now mighty cranes and lorries worked, beasts of burden with sinews of metal gouging down into the planet's skin. The wealth of the world was far below, and more Reac was what the Hegemony craved. Men were like ants next to the industrial titans, and the gaping wound in the earth grew steadily.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Southern Ruins of Larna, Dominion Antiquity</span><br/><br/>Verita dismounted from the grinder, stepping down in her high black boots from the rumbling mass of forged steel, dusty from the transit from Mara. It had been a bumpy trip, but nothing the suspension on the machine couldn't handle, and the old map of highroads was accurate, even though the makers of these routes were long dead. Before her and her company stretched the ruins of Old Larna, she who had once been the mistress of silver fountains and center of southern trade.<br/><br/>A frown creased the brow of the slender elfin-featured Techsin. There was smoke coming from the ruins, too much smoke for simple remnants or nomads amidst these stone and rusted steel skeletons. Little did the Ameralites realize their ancestral homes had been occupied by men of Leto.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Assembly Hall, <span style=""font-style: italic"">Farholme</span>, Landing, Hitherlund</span><br/><br/>The induction ceremony was a sight to see, here under the vast skylights of the main chamber of the home of the polis. Ten thousand men, drawn from the various World-Ships, recited the Oath of Fealty in unison, their voices like the tumult of the ocean, roaring and without end. Many men of the ships were under arms these days, with the uncertainty of the landing boosting the levy requirements intensely. The vatbourne filled many needs, but commanders and sergeants still had to come from the ranks of the progenitors.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Force: 1st Light Infantry Roh has been raised</span><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""The Landsraad Hegemony""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Agents:<br/>-Highprince Xavier Harkan: Lord of the Landsraad Hegemony and Grand Admiral of the Sky-Fleets<br/>-Techsin Verita Nyive: Acting Commander of the Eastern Expeditionary Front<br/>Forces:<br/>-The Nightstriders: 150 Flashstrike skyriders, veteran-class. Equipped with air-to-air and overpressure weapons. <br/>-The Firth of Might: 7 Hierarch behemoths, veteran-class. Transport capacity of a full Armored Roh. <br/>-The Bulwark of Man: A great sky-ship displacing 4.5 million tonnes, she bears the Orator of the Apocalypse and five flights of Hegemon-class Needleships. Transport capacity of five Armored Fists. <br/>-The Silent Shadows: 220 Scitar-class Needleships, armed with forgot shardlaunchers and relat sabots.<br/>-The Obsidian Waves: 90 Ganter-class ornithopters.<br/>-The Sky-Breakers: 300 Flashstrike skyriders. <br/>-1st Armored Roh ""Blackguards""<br/>-1st Heavy Infantry Roh ""Groundpounders""<br/>-1st Light Infantry Roh<br/>Infrastructure:<br/>-The World-Ships: 32 immense vessels the size of small cities kept aloft by large reactor cores. Each can have up to a hundred thousand inhabitants and is fully self-sustainable, though not all are fully populated. Each has a fighter complement and AA defenses. <br/>-The Core: A truly giant world ship with ancient boring devices that can strip mine several thousand feet with ease. <br/>Culture:<br/>-The Word of the Devotiaries<br/>-The Nostrum of the Stars<br/>-The Graven Arch<br/>Knowledge: All Knowledge through Tier 3.<br/>Ancient Wisdom:<br/>-Force Engines<br/>-Kinetic Sabots<br/>-Aeroponics<br/>-Synthetic Atmosphere <br/>-Genetic Radical Stabilization<br/>-The Vats<br/>-Cogitors</div></div></div>"
7976,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=225,2015-01-11T12:27:00,New Fraulasia,"For today<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lotill, 2033 A.O.P.</span><br/>Queen Ciel Norsson Edgliss has died, having reigned for forty-five years. Her successor...is a product of his time. Halver Edenot Glowkindle is ambitious and nationalistic. He commissions a second Skyfleet to be built, including new pterocraft interceptors and bomb-carriers. The first Skyfleet, similarly updated, is sent to monitor the railroad on the Northeastern border, as it moves into Iron territory.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Zadox, 2033 A.O.P.</span><br/>The FBIC has gotten a lead in Zadox about a distant ""Altarian Republic"". Discreet inquiry reveals that the Altarian Republic is a sort of successor state to Old Arcea. The Zadoxian branch gets this information back to the Lotill HQ ASAP.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Goffsill""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Agents</span></span><br/>Halver Edenot Glowkindle- The current Philogoffer King<br/>McKreely Ederdeen- Captain of the G.E.C.<br/>Professor Augusta Linden- Director of Natural Science<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Forces</span></span><br/>1st Infantry- Infantry division of the G.E.C.<br/>2nd Infantry- Infantry division of the G.E.C.<br/>1st Fleet- Fleet of steam powered riverboats on the Goffline<br/>1st Skyfleet- Airfleet of airships and airplanes<br/>2nd Skyfleet- Airfleet of airships and airplanes<br/>Federal Bureau of International Conference- Intelligence Agency</div></div></div>"
7977,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=225,2015-01-11T13:14:00,Levis Avara,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Motion Picture</span><br/>""Ladies and Gentlemen clap a hand for Arceas Finest the Junebugs!"" Many people people had wanted to see the band preform at Lords Junction the busiest pedestrian intersections in the city and nation and a hub for entertainment,culture and luxury hotels the shows tickets where sold out and the lines stretched for what seemed to be forever however that did not mean that the eager fans could not see it for motion picture had been developed a toy for the rich but in the future many common folk would be able to enjoy this new invention."
7978,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=250,2015-01-11T13:33:00,Cuprum,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bianco &amp; Nero Café - Südbach</span><br/><br/>If there was one thing that customers belonging to the Bianco & Nero Café always noticed about Prince, it was that his accent when speaking Tedeschian was not only prevalent, but different. Being from the colonies, his pronunciation of Tedeschian words was not the best, but he was fluent in speaking and understanding the language. Typically speaking, those who visit and have Prince as a server tend to enjoy the work that he does.<br/><br/>When it came to the Café itself, it was set up quite eloquently. Lamps hung from the ceiling and on the walls of the wooden establishment. Small booths separated by small bamboo walls. First walking in, an extremely small set of stairs led up to the actual shop itself. People entered from all the way to the left, meeting the hostess near the door. She showed people to their seats, inside the booths that were at the opposite end of the restaurant. This wasn’t exactly a large place, rather, medium-sized at best. Five booths to the right side, five to the left. That was full capacity for the mom-and-pop business.<br/><br/>The Bianco & Nero Café is located right in the heart of Südbach. Prince works as the server, his father’s brother (named Luitpold) was the cook and the owner. His wife (Helga) worked as a server as well. The couple’s two daughters (Angela and Lucy) worked as a cook and a hostess, respectively. On this particular day, the restaurant was rather slow, so after one more table, Prince was able to leave for the day. He was happy to stay, but Toma insisted. The four truly believed that Prince was part of their family. As far as the relationship between Prince and Luitpold went, Luitpold referred to Prince as nephew. In return, Prince often called Luitpold ‘uncle’ and Helga ‘aunt’. Cousins, obviously, cousins. You get the point.<br/><br/>“Excuse me, waiter!?” A boisterous customer asked. He was a regular who never really caused any issues around the restaurant, despite seeming like the type to do so. Deciding that he would allow his aunt to take a break from some of her load, Prince would walk up to the table and confront the three men. Sitting on mats in the appropriate style that time dictated, the men were already drinking their sake by the time Prince made his way over to them.<br/><br/>“Hello.” Prince greeted the men with a genuine smile, placing his hands together and bowing. “My name is Prince, I will be your server for the duration of your meal. I see you have already received the complementary Pilsener, is there any other refreshments I may get for you? Or would you like to start on your orders?” When he was finished speaking, no one answered. Instead, one of the men asked where he was originally from. His tongue was not that of a person who was born within the language.<br/><br/>Honestly, it was not simply that Prince’s accent was weird in Tedeschian. It was weird always. Even when in Saxon or Anglish, no one could ever place just what kind of twang his rhythmic patterns of speech withheld. It was awkward, and certainly uncommon. The real answer to this was, though his lengthy experience of travel from The Colonies to Almain, shit simply got out of whack. Learning different languages, listening to others talk for an extended period of time with rich accents of their own along with the culture made Prince’s own a mess. On the surface, it sounded almost as though he was unsure of what he wanted to be – except the truth was he didn’t have any power to change how he was.<br/><br/>“I’m from everywhere, and nowhere; all the same.”<br/><br/>Inhaling deeply through his nostrils as he listened to the men go on with their orders, he was sure to repeat what everyone around the table said. When he got confirmation that he had gotten everything down correctly, he brought the order to his uncle, who obliged immediately with an unusual calmness. “Once I get done with the order for table two, I will be sure to work on their order next.” Fair enough. Prince nodded slightly before returning to the main part of the restaurant from the kitchen.<br/><br/>Removing a small clay instrument from one of the pockets belonging to his vest, Prince began playing a soft melody from his ocarina. Leaning against the wall next to the sliding doors which had separated the restaurant from the kitchen, the young man provided some background music for those whom had been enjoying their meal. It certainly wasn’t packed, but there were a decent amount of people scattered throughout. At the moment, his workload was tiny – Helga often insisted that she took care of ‘usual’ clientele. Vibrant green hues became hidden behind closed eyelids as he became slightly entranced in the delectable tune which he had continued playing off the top of his head.<br/><br/>Generally, Prince received a laundry list of questions asking why he didn’t stick to the traditional wear of Tedeschian males, but Prince wasn’t Tedeschian. He owned a couple of essential items in terms of clothing, especially for nicer occasions, but Prince wasn’t trying to blend in. He was trying to be himself – his Spanish-influenced clothing was comfortable for him. It wasn’t a matter of respect, but from time to time there would be a couple of people whom came along and said otherwise."
7979,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=250,2015-01-12T09:41:00,New Strausberg,"This is for the 2 days I missed and then today<br/><blockquote><div><cite>United Soviet Jason Republic <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23084084#p23084084"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Empire of Leto</span></span><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">The Meeting</span><br/><br/>The Sulitan frowned. How could such a man have sorrow for the tyranny of the old rulers? Why would they think that the Empire, glorious, the rulers of the endless south would need help? ""I have orders. Send your men home. There is no need for them here as the Empire is secure and firmly under the control of me. As for the former ruler he was a tyrant. He deserved the painful death he deserved. I will fulfill the oaths made by the Empire to outsiders. The last thing the Empire and my ruling shall have is outside troops in our land. I ask you to leave. I also ask you to take back your sorrow for the old regime. I am in control now."" The monarch walked slowly over to a fine clock, coated in gold. Its face was ivory, with dashes of silver. ""Do you see this? This little object represents the Empire. That is how i like to think it is. It is wealthy. It has power. It is orderly. It has been and forever shall be just that. It also never ends. Did you know the lands to the south and to the east haven't an end? Still settlers from the cities, towns and small villages head to the new lands. These lands give us what they have. We are strong."" The Sulitan turned to another object. It was a radio. ""So simple, isn't it? Technology. Something the previous rulers failed to adopt properly. With this gadget i can tell men with my words what to do. From miles and miles away. People can tell me what they need too. It is why we are better than the old."" Putting the object down the Sulitan looked at the representative. ""Tell me, what does your nation see in the South?"" <br/><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""The Empire""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">3 (INCLUDING LEVEL 3 TECH)<br/>[Agents] Varota Al-Ada: Second cousin of Harq Al-Ada, and not directly related, Varota is a member of the Assukm tribes and represents them in the royal court. He is an avid expansionists and general. <br/><br/>[Agents] Sulitan Zensunni Yali, King of the Empire, Yali took over from his cousin in a coup against the royal family. Using the angry nomads and religious fervor he rose quickly to power, taking over the empire in a short military take over. Tribes now send representatives to the capital on a yearly basis to give their consent to him. It is now unspoken that the office of Sulitan is one headed by tribal leaders who give power to the Sulitan. <br/><br/>[Forces]First Firmi: Modern infantry division that employs rifles, gattling gunners, cannons and modern weapons and tactics in battle. The group has been reformed into a professional army that serves the Sulitan. Their tan uniforms are factory made, along with their arms, gear and other goods. Their guns are rifled and can fire up to seven shots in a load. <br/><br/>[Forces] Second Firmi (The Mounted Firmi): This group of warriors are trained in mounted combat. Their job is to protect the Great Railroad going north. To do this they are stationed on every train, water stop and patrol the route. These troops are trained in the northern style of combat and are drafted from the nomads. These nomads patrol the line on camel, horseback and airship.<br/><br/>[Forces] Third Firmi: Another land based military division. <br/><br/>[Forces] Fourth Firmi: Another land division. <br/><br/>[Forces} 1st-2nd Leto Armored divisions: The first fully fledged tanks, designed to fire explosive and chemical rounds against foes. <br/><br/>[Forces] 1st Ameralite: Rebuilt from the Raiders this naval task force is compiled of dreadnoughts, destroyers and frigates updated with modern technology. The Navy has been overhauled and now serves the Sulitan like the army, no longer pirates. The task force is professional <br/><br/>[Forces] 2nd Ameralite<br/><br/>[Forces] 1st Airborne: A combination of airships and planes this is the only air force the Empire has. <br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The City of Leto still stands. Despite it being nearly abandoned after the old empire collapsed the large, deep ports inside of the city were returned to and inhabited again. The city has very little notable about it and stands at the mouth of the Lea river, the lifeblood of the Settled and Nomadic people.<br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The city of Akksum has been taken into the realm. The city is home to a new palace, temple and ports. Under the rule of Harq Al-Ada the city's population grew. Walls would be constructed around the city, a market place built and trade between the desert would grow. The city has a library, sprawling markets, and a palace of its own. <br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The city of Bagghar is little more than a port city and trading outpost. From the north it if the first city in which trade is brought into the Empire. Frequented by merchants it is a bustling market. From this city nomads take goods south to Akksum or Leto. <br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The Township of Southern Ameralite: These four small towns are built upon the ruins of former Ameralite cities. These towns are focused around mining and lumber trade which is then transported to the southern cities. <br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The Leto Lines have been constructed. These railroads connect the cities and towns of the Empire. They are owned by different private companies and have been granted land by the Sulitan. Now goods are traveling faster than before and the economy is booming. However Nomads find themselves less and less useful in the economy. Less honorable ones are settling due to the lines. Others struggle to make a living and are removing them selves from the economy. <br/><br/>[Infrastructure] Transcontinental Railroad. The line runs from the Iron Despotism in the north to the sandy city of Leto. The line has several stops in the empire and connects directly to existing lines. This allows for more use of the line. The line also contains telegraphs lines near by that have become the basis of fast information being sent from city to city. <br/><br/>[Infrastructure] Agamer City: This city, in the heart of the desert, is home to the countries oil refineries that have sprung up due to the discovery of oil in the inner desert. These deposits are drilled and transported to the city on rail and boat, refined, and shipped up north. The city has forces stationed in it to protect from outside raiding. The facility is vital to the new oil based economy. <br/><br/>[Infrastructure] National Grid: This power grid is supplied to every city, town and can be hooked up to by any building in the Empire. This has increased the standard of living, increased production and lead to new technological breakthroughs. The lines also contains telephone and radio lines.<br/><br/>[Infrastructure] National Road: With the Empire growing quickly and the use of cars becoming common the monarchy established the first highways systems. These are mostly used by civilians but has the benefit of allowing quick military use. <br/><br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The Township Waves: A number of towns dedicated to manufacturing. This area is supplied by the local resources and is home to a rapidly growing population.<br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The Township of Hikman: A population center of little towns. <br/><br/><br/>[Culture] The Hymes of Dar Al-Hikman, a renound art school before the collapse of the old empire have now been turned into a holy book. The school was re founded after the return of inhabitants to the city of Leto. The book comprises of hymns from the settled and nomadic people and preach respect for the desert and water. Often times the desert and ocean are referred to as being liquids, as they both seem to flow and have waves. The classic book provides the moral and civil codes of the people in the Empire. <br/><br/>[Culture] The Azhar Book: The first mass printed religious guide for the new modern era. More of a political and economic manual the book opens the society for more religious and spiritual debate. The book tries to address the issue of the collapse of nomadic lifestyle. It leaves open the question of religion. <br/><br/>[Knowledge] Engineering, Chemistry, Steam Power, Calculus, Biology, Navigation<br/><br/>Level Two<br/>[Knowledge] Physics, Railroads, Clockwork, Replaceable parts, Metleugry, Geology, Medicine/Petrochemical, Electricity,--photography--(need)<br/>Level Three<br/>[knowledge]Combustion, Electric power, Organic Chemistry Electric lights, Telecommunication, Flight</div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">The Meeting</span></span><br/><br/>The legate was astonished at the man before him, never before had he seen such vanity not in all the Depostism, it had shocked him after collecting himself the general spoke, ""What I see is vanity and shiny coins, what you say never ends is nothing more than shiney trinkets!"" He spoke rashly having many of the things around him heretical to most men of the north and how they are brought up to live in a minimalist society. Being taught to always humble themself and share there wealth with the needy workers, this was the opposite of what they had come to know. ""My apologies..I speak from decades of tradition and a very humble life style...I did not mean to offend you. As to your other questions yes I think the old rulers neglected to advance and they where left behind as the Czars of the north have always looked towards how to improve upon the old."" He stopped a second to think about the last question and soon answered, ""We see an empire much like our own but in certain ways different. Your land is harsh and unforgiving much like our tundra, but instead of the harsh cold of the north it is a strong heat. You may lack our mountains, but you are still rich in resources to give a forward answer we see another version of our glorious north in your south.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Yuri's Wolves</span><br/><br/>As the mission was coming to a complete the wolves soon began to plant land mines around the border but in a specific pattern as to allow troop movements for Depostism forces. These patterns where known alone to high ranking officers and the wolves that planted them. An unexpected event however was when it seemed there neighbors had spotted them Yuri the Great wolf himself a massive man about 7'9 ordered his men to finish there planting and move back across the border to the troops while he met with them.<br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Citadel</span><br/><br/>Back at home in the capital a massive power plant was being built, this was to help keep production going even at night. With the addition of the Orion power plant the streets where soon flooding with stronger lights in there mountain home, there was even enough excess energy to start pumping it into the many surrounding towns. Soon production was taken in shifts allowing for 24 hour production with a worker only having to do 12 hours of work on there part.<br/><br/>Finally the massive popularity of the Aura model tank design was such a military boom that the race to produce a bigger tank was on with the many designers and workers in the Depostism, soon a heavy tank model was developed the type-53 Depotist Tank. While not mass produced like the earlier Arura tank these massive northern behemoths where slowly being massed and specialized some carrying extra heavy 125mm main guns, while others where used as a mobile command base, others still where used as a mobile anti-air emplacement as the Depostism airborne was drastically outclassed by many of its neighbors. These improvements where the hope of many soldiers on the front lines as a massive operation was soon to be underway it was named Operation: Rising Dawn.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">added: <br/><br/>Agent: Yuri The Great Wolf: the number one stealth operative and tactics genius yuri is the founder of Yuris Wolves the elite commando team of the Depostism. He stands 7'9 inches with blonde hair and is often seen wearing a wolfs pelt.<br/><br/>Orion Energy plant: a massive emergency complex created to keep up with the demands of the Depostism. It worked a little to well and now excess energy is being pumped all across the lands of the might Depostism<br/><br/>The Despotist tank: the heavily armed and armored tank is multi-purpose used for hard hitting, mobile command, or anti-air these tanks will be heavily utilized in operation Rising Dawn. These tanks are normally loaded with a 100 mm main gun, light machine gun and room enough for 8 crew and plenty of space for 10 more to ride on the back of the tank. However the heavier Assult model armed with a 125mm main gun heavy machine gun and more durable armor is used for frontline combat, where as the mobile command base is reduced to a 70mm gun light machine gun and more room for command personnel it is a moving turtle its focus more on armor to protect the people inside it can house around 20-25 crew with plenty of weapons inside for ground forces or the men inside. Finally the anti air variant is armed with a 150mm anti aircraft artillery gun and a machingun for taking down targets around them, somewhat lightly armored these are ment specifically for taking down air targets which enemy neighbors have began mass producing.<br/>Tech: <br/>Inf: Transcontinental rails- with the help of the mighty Sultain to the south the late kings dream has been realized and the rails are now connected from the tundra to the southern desserts the Czar couldn't be happier <br/>Infrastructure: The Citadel, a massive burdging industrial town-built into the side of the mountain and then deep into it, this city is the heart of The Iron Depotism and its main seat of power. Safe from harm the people work at bettering the Depostism through work and labour <br/><br/>Agent: Hans Jäger, a man of science he works day and night to come up with ways to keep the mighty production that keeps the Depostism alive running, a brilliant inventor and grandson of the man who helped build the Citadel he is one of the most highly regarded indivuals in the Depostism. <br/><br/>Forces: Deep Guard: from the bowls of the mighty citadel spawn the Deep Guard, Soldiers hell bent on protecting there great city and will stop at nothing short of death to protect it. There will is unwavering and each would gladly die for there cause. They are given the best equipment that can be made and put thought a training regiment from birth. It is drilled into them how to kill and they will never hesitate to do so.<br/><br/>Forces: Czars Legion: these men are the backbone of the Depostism military, they are indoctrinated to fight and never surrender even in the most extreme circumstances. They wear armor able to stop small fire arms from a distance, and possibly save them up close each of them carry repeater rifles and a short sword for up close combat they are the Hammer of Czar.<br/><br/>Forces: Yuris wolves: an elite commando force created espically for keeping everyone else out of the depostisms lands if there not supposed to be there. They have lived in the tundras wilderness in the harshest conditions all there lives and there bodies have adapted to it. Where most men die from the cold they survive, masters of ambush and there frozen homeland they know near every trick to the tundra. Often they even serve as an inquisition force stamping out any form of rebellion but as of yet nothing major has appeared due to centuries of conditioning of the people, there religion and strict government authority.<br/><br/>Agent: General (Legate) Anton Barkov<br/><br/>Forces: Aura tank- a light face produced tank which can rapidly deploy soldiers into a battle, while lightly armored it is fast enough to avoid most incoming fire, its heaviest armor is in the front as the tank is made specifically for charging purposes. Can carry up to 12 men with heavy weapons, is armed with a small cannon and machine gun. <br/><br/>Culture: From decades of living the many people's have developed a caste system, The King and warriors the highest caste, the workers the second highest, the slaves the lowest. This caste system keeps people in check, it is also used to keep production going for those who prove themselves skilled workers are often picked to join the warrior caste and a better life. There is only one patron god, Crawn, the god of industry and production.<br/><br/>Knowledge: Advanced metallurgy, when working with so many metals it is often good to understand them, and therefor best implement them. The people's of the Iron Depostim have learned much over the many years of how to produce and use the metals most effectively <br/><br/>Infrastructure: The Great Forges: inside of the citidel lay many mass if forges from which many devices of war are made, each of these built deep into the mountain where the resorces needed for them are plentiful. There are the pride and joy of any working caste member as well as the best arms and armor.<br/><br/>Knowledge: Steam engines: from studying the old machines littered around. The industrial nation has began to create steam powered machine to increase productivity and move around supplies faster. <br/><br/>Knowledge: construction: in an effort to produce bigger and better forges and equipment for the expanding empire the need for bigger structures<br/><br/>Knowledge beyond lv 1<br/>All<br/><br/>Infrastructure: Skisshaw a new addition to the growing Kingdom the city of Skisshaw is the biggest port city on the Iron Depostim hauling in a total of about 500 pounds of fish a day. As it has quickly become one of the most important regions in the Depostim a massive wall has been erected around it to keep out invaders. It also heavily utilizes the steam engines and ships to produce as much fish as possible without exhausting there food supply.<br/><br/>Tech lv 1 <br/>All<br/><br/>Lv 3 tech<br/>Combustion, Electric Power</div></div></div>"
7980,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=250,2015-01-12T10:14:00,Pac Kindom,"<blockquote><div><cite>Levis Avara <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23094851#p23094851"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote class=""uncited""><div><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Rhydidd</span><br/>The spies had radioed the Troops back at postion a major Bython force was gathering this allowed the Altarian troops to prepare before hand they set up the Artillery at firing postion and the troops and tanks prepared for combat.With full might the battle began has long range Artillery fired at fire range and mortar was set up firing at the Bython forces.The troops waited in the trenches.<br/> <br/> <br/>A scout of the Bython Foreign Legion shouted down 25 North 30 south seconds later a number of the hidden QF 18-pounder guns open apon the 7 Levi S12 Tanks, and soon after 500 of the Powered Cavalry race towards the camped Avara troops firing there pistol and then racing back towards the bython lines.<br/> <br/>A scout of the Bython Foreign Legion shouted down 25 North 30 south seconds later a number of the hidden QF 18-pounder guns open apon the 7 Levi S12 Tanks, and soon after 500 of the Powered Cavalry race towards the camped Avara troops firing there pistol and then racing back towards the bython lines.</div></blockquote><br/> <br/> <br/>The Altarains from the trenches fired with full might at the powered Calvary what the Bythons where doing was dangerous has they have no armor,thus leaving the operators totally exposed, can easily be damaged, and – they’re dangerous even without the threat of the enemy present.With this the mortar and Artillery fired at the mass confusion inflicting death from the heavens above, on the motorcycle Calvary the Levi tanks with there heavy and strong Armour begin firing has well but some get damaged and so far 2 destroyed burning but not without doing severe damage on QF pounder guns. The Infantry rush out and also fire rapidly doing great damage has well especially with the motorcycles running back turned away from the troops. The rest continue to fire from the Trenches throwing grenades to stay safe. Some parts of the Trench are directly hit by the QF gun killing a sizable number of the men but with combined and steady firepower the Altarians hold the advantage.<br/> <br/> <br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">On to Rhydidd</span><br/>With proper timing the 5 cruisers, air carrier, and submarines met up with the original naval force together they head towards Rhydidd dropping the Genevan Infantry and tanks to march from Northeast of the City the boot prints pressing into the sand and shaking the land the Submarines scouted the area for ships with stealth the other Warships bombarded the city trying to inflict damage on the Bython based troops there.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Rhydidd South</span><br/><br/>Only 50 of the 500 powered Calvary made back to the Bythons, in to the trenches boys shouted there leader Some parts of the Trench are directly hit by the Artillery Shells killing a sizable of the men but the line holds firm and the defenders hold the advantage.<br/><br/>The only thing that could be herd from the hidden QF 18-pounder guns where screams as the Artillery shells hit destroying 10 guns and one brave gunner retuned fire, slow followed the remaining guns some targeting S12 Tanks and others Altarains Artillery. Then some shouted go and the hidden QF 13-pounder guns open raining death on the Altarains trench.<br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Rhydidd North </span><br/><br/><br/>As the Genevan Infantry approach Rhydidd a scout shouts “there coming from the north too”, “Shut up” a voice returns, “Wait Wait until there in range Now” Shouts the second voice and second later over 100 Machine Gun open Genevan Infantry columns, fooled by the QF guns.<br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Rhydidd</span><br/>The head of the Bython Foreign Legion felt the ground shake as the shells hit and hit hard they did, the school was the first building destroyed and was not the last, He Thought “Good job we vactulated the people days ago. He turn the radio operator and said open a channel “Done Sir” He orders “Close the Box” ""Guns go"" Artillery shells scream for the shore toward there fleet<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Out At Sea</span><br/><br/>On board BUS Freedom the captain heard the message and said ""Lets Go"". Half sailed form the south and the other half form the north trapping the Altarains Fleet in the bay the battleships and Cruisers firing full broad side and the torpedo boats would launch there to torpedos then change postions"
7981,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=250,2015-01-12T12:27:00,Pac Kindom,"Over the last few years Science has avanceds . Electric power was discovered and Soon Replaced Steam across the country. New Dams,and Windmills were built to privede power. The workmen are digging hole, raising the poles, running wire between the poles. which allowed the old steam trains with cleaner Electric ones. Light bulbs bulbs powered by electricity, are growing more and more popular<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Item gains""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Electric Lights, Electric Power</span></div></div></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Bython Union""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">25<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""> <span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Agent</span> </span> (3) <br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Maelor Pritchett</span> A great inventor.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Huw Owen</span> A great Exployer.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Robat Dey </span> Most Power full of the Bython Mystics<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Forces</span></span> (5)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Bython Guard</span> is a force maintained by the Bython Union and is responsible for the safety of the and the security of the Union.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bython Foreign Legion </span> is a force maintained by the Bython Union and is responsible for the safety of the and the security of the Union.<br/>1000 Powered Cavalry (motorbikes) with bolt-action rifles a small 6 shot pistol and a simple knife <br/>10,000 foot soldiers with bolt-action rifles a small 6 shot pistol and a simple knife <br/>1,000 The Machine Gunners armed with a belt fed machine gun cable of piercing thin Armour and a small 6 shot pistol and a simple knife.<br/>500 QF 13-pounder and 500 QF 18-pounder each crewed by three people and are armed with Armour piercing and explode anti personal rounds. Each person is also armed with a small 6 shot pistol and a simple knife. These are new units and not very accurate but highly effected when the target.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bython Navy</span> Created to protect off shore fishing and explore the waves<br/>Bython Home Fleet, Freedom Fleet<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Daring-class_destroyer_&amp;#40;1893&amp;"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Daring-cla ... &amp;#40;1893&amp;</a>#41;<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Highflyer-class_cruiser"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Highflyer-class_cruiser</a><br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_pre-dreadnought_battleships_of_the_Royal_Navy#Majestic_class"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_pr ... stic_class</a><br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/British_K-class_submarine"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/British_K-class_submarine</a><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Bython Air fleet</span> is a force maintained by the Bython Union and is responsible for the safety air ways of the Union.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Infrastructure</span></span> (6)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Conwy</span> This town is set stride a river which flows thro the town in to the port and out to sea. Town surround the port and train station.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Caernarfon</span> A town in a valley to the west of Conwy. Town surround an central square and train station.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Borthiant</span>A town in a valley to the east of Conwy. Town surround an central square and train station.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Caer</span> An old large prison and mine complex. Now it more resembles an old Norman castle with large gray stone walls with a large temple and gardens.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cloddfa</span> A mine complex and a Town surround an central square and train station.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ryddid</span> Continent west of Xel'nox. Town surround the port an is made up of simple and practical stone constructions.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Special Infrastructure</span> (4)<br/>[b]Rheilffordd</span> These railroads connect the cities and towns of the Union. <br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bython Airfield </span> an aerodrome was built with paved runways <br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ryddid Airfield </span> an aerodrome was built with paved runways <br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Maes Olew</span> An oil field/Refinery in the north of Bython<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Culture</span> </span> (1)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bython Code </span> The Bythons are fare, free, people who live by the code honor thy Father, Protect the weak, be loyal to friends and family<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Magic</span> </span> (2)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Sense </span> The ability to sense the life force of the people around them.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Touch </span> The ability to inference the people around them.<br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Knowledge: </span><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">-LEVEL 1-</span></span> (All)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Biology, Engineering, Construction, Astronomy, Calculus, Steam Power, Chemistry</span> <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">-LEVEL 2-</span></span> (7)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""> Physics, Clockworks, Metallurgy, Railroad, Industrial Automation, Electricity, Medicine/Pertochemistry, Geology </span> <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">-LEVEL 3-</span></span> (4)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Combustion,Telecommunication, Flight, Organic Chemistr, Electric Lights, Electric Power</span></div></div></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""State of The Union""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">The Union is an oligarchy ruled by the Cast Council. Although there is a capital city ,Conwy the Cast Council can meet in any City. The Cast Council is made up of eight individuals, two from the 4 main Cast ,Warrior, Builder, Grower and Teacher .<br/>The Builder cast controls all types of construction mine and manfraction and are based in Maes Olew.<br/>The Grower cast controls all types of food production and are based in Borthiant.<br/>The Warrior Cast is responsible for the safety of the and the security of the Union and are based in Conwy.<br/>The Teacher Cast is responsible for the teaching of the Union young and and all research and development. They are based in Caernarfon.<br/>The Religious Cast at this time number about 10 individuals . They are based in Caer.</div></div></div>"
7982,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=250,2015-01-12T17:04:00,Levis Avara,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Rhydidd Southern Front</span><br/>Days went on and the Altarian Forces held strong a sizable amount had been killed good men,their losses where not nearly has bad has the Bythons whose numbers had dwindled has time went by.The Artillery continued to fire at the Bython line the men drenched in sweat from the desert heat but still going on.The Tanks also inflicted major damage targeting the QF guns the shelling blowing men up into the air and onto the ground like dolls dust and smoke covering the landscape.Also the men where using portable mortar a recent invention in the era that could fire as many as 30 bombs per minute, and had a range of over 2500 yards with the shell type.With this the Bython numbers decrease sure they where killing on the other side but the Altarians had more men,and more weaponry so this was a painful thorn on the side that the Bythons could't get rid of.Pretty soon they would be defeated.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Northern Front, </span><br/>The Bythons where hopelessly outnumbered,already Artillery and Mortar was lined up and the Battle began the Tanks fired shelling and soldiers grenades where thrown has well killing many of the Bython Infantry in explosions their bodies flinging into the air and falling hard has if they fell from outer space itself.They where soon dwindled to almost nothing the rest where taken prisoner.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Rhydidd Naval Bombardment</span><br/>The mighty Squadron did a number on the city and behind the Naval battle the city burned buildings collapsing,luckily it had seemed the citizens had evacuated,the Admiral was happy to hear this what the Bythons had did taking the city back was not wise decision they should have known the Altarians would come back but then again stubbornness is hard to cure they had at first come in peace in the hopes of avoiding war now nothing could be done to change that and the Altarians would have to fight to prove this colony was rightfully theirs and it seemed that this goal would be reached.Out the Biplanes buzzed roaring out and targeting the enemies inflicting severe damage the Submarines fired torpedoes at the other submarines and the Warships targeted the Bython ships,while the Bython Squadron was being cut down the combined fire of the Bython Squadron,and torpedo boats,and shore guns also decimated the Squadron indeed entire Battleships had sunken to bottom of the sea by just one torpedo still torpedo boats where still just has easy to sink and sink they did.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Aftermath</span><br/>It was official the land battle had been won but in the Sea was a draw but still the Altarians could afford more ships then the Bythons and more would come if they refused to surrender hopefully the Bythons would realize this"
7983,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=250,2015-01-12T17:13:00,United Soviet Jason Republic,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Meeting</span></span><br/><br/>The Sulitan took the time to think. ""The waves of land and sea provide their own challenge and yet are the lifeblood of our people. The middle states are weak. They parade around with their armies around the world. However they are good trade. Your people are interesting. I cannot deny that. However we all need to grow. Do we not? The Empire spreads into the land-waves. What of your people?"" The Sulitan walked slowly over to the balcony overlooking the city. ""Surely everyone needs to grow? Like a Lillie on the great river."""
7984,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=250,2015-01-12T18:11:00,Levis Avara,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Vela City</span><br/>The city rose on the Small peninsula in Leon,at first a small and sleepy town the city was chosen for the Construction of a new Altarian Military Base so tons of soldiers would in the future be stationed here.Also a port and naval base was opened has well soon commercial industries and manufacturing became centered here has well especially to utilize the major steel industry here.Has the Nation enjoyed a economic boom,spies had infiltrated the embassy in Leto and heard that the Iron Despotism was encroaching on Goffstill Territory.Altaria shared a border with the Harkback so this would soon be their business has well with caution the Senate debates what to do next.It is agreed that Naval operations would be expanded into the North Seas,and that more ships would patrol the Nova sea"
7985,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=250,2015-01-12T18:38:00,New Fraulasia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Northeastern Fringelands, 2031 A.O.P.</span><br/>Almost the entire division of Iron Despotism men were moving out when Zolan and Geiger's forces approached their camp. As a matter of fact, it was rather suspicious. They had no time to dwell on that, however, as the commander of the force made himself plain, The Great Wolf, Yuri. Zolan began.<br/>""Sir, commander, we are Lieutenants of Goffsill, and while I'm sure you didn't intend it, you've been hard at work on something for weeks now... on the Goffsill side of the border. We are here to, well, make sure your intent isn't malicious, as this may be seen as an act of war.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Goffsill, 2035 A.O.P.</span><br/>In response to worsening relations with the Iron Despotism, King Halver commissions a third infantry division, supplemented by new artillery components. These new cannons, if they can be called cannons, are also specifically meant for anti-infantry conflicts. Now many in Goffsill are hoping that such weaponry is never used.<br/><br/>Item Gains:<br/>3rd Infantry Division- New division of the Goffsill army. Artillery acts as a purely supplementary force within it."
7986,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=250,2015-01-12T22:36:00,New Strausberg,"<blockquote><div><cite>United Soviet Jason Republic <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23116849#p23116849"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Meeting</span></span><br/><br/>The Sulitan took the time to think. ""The waves of land and sea provide their own challenge and yet are the lifeblood of our people. The middle states are weak. They parade around with their armies around the world. However they are good trade. Your people are interesting. I cannot deny that. However we all need to grow. Do we not? The Empire spreads into the land-waves. What of your people?"" The Sulitan walked slowly over to the balcony overlooking the city. ""Surely everyone needs to grow? Like a Lillie on the great river.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Meeting</span><br/><br/>""Yes...grow..."" The General simply smirked and put his hands behind his back. ""The Czar has finally seen fit for...a special type of expansion. In our terms a great hunt will soon begin one that will test the industry and firepower the past kings have worked so hard to make. New weapons new tactics...we as the Sons and Daughter of Iron...as does our Czar wield us as his fist..."" He smiled and looked out towards the north where soon many battle would take place. ""The Depotism is at home to the grounds...we are not meant to fly like others...our strength is in our environment the sounds, the formations, the harshness...soon we will..bloom into an empire to rival all others, but saying anymore would be telling Mighty Sultan. I thank you for your hospitality and continued support of my Czar may your people prosper much like mine soon will.""<br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Yuri/on the border</span><br/><br/>""My apologies we mean you no harm. We are simple looking for fresh deer to hunt the lands north have almost been picked clean so the czar sends expert trackers to find more food. We cannot all live off vegetables forever no?"" He chuckled as he men slowly looped back around under the dark sky's and got into position placing and ambush if necessary it was to early for the operation to begin not all forces where prepared and the Anti-Air guns would be vital to victory. ""I am sorry for the misunderstanding perhaps we can return to your camp and we can all talk this over like...civilized individuals no? Besides it is hard to tell where the border is sometimes when you get lost on your own time.""<br/><br/><br/>A few of the wolves made tracks back toward the camps laying in wait for Operation: Rising Dawn to commence, as the name implied it is meant to be done just as done break when the enemy is still asleep this way the armies have had all night to advance. The troops where just Beginning that nights advance when the wolves ran in to tell them the news. Many began to double time it but keep quiet the tanks and other support keeping well behind so there engines would not alert the enemy. The forces where placed in strictly specific formations because of the land mines in place. These where a counter measure incase the Depotism had to fall back or if the enemy caught wind of there plan and decided to attack the Depotism before it was ready. The only problem would be the initial advance one wrong step and the element of surprise would be ruined. Therefore many of the new recruits where held back to wait on the backs of tanks that would more easily navigate the minefields once cleared and replanted by wolves when the time came."
7987,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=250,2015-01-13T12:16:00,Harkback Union,"Zadox<br/><br/>Industrial Farming and increasing quality of healthcare, socialized and financed by the Harkback Cult has resulted in a huge population boom in Zadox. The Education system is now struggling to keep up. There are 100 Children for each teacher, therefore the harkback have decided to randomly select 50% of the youth and give them jobs in factories and mines until new teachers are trained and new schools are opened.<br/><br/>The Resulting economic drive combined with new production technologies greatly benefits Industrial Output. Per Capita Gross Harkback Yearly Product rises 1200 Credits per capita to 1600 in a matter of 4 years from. Mass-Production of Home appliances, Automobiles, Clothing and Medicines Begin in the Manufactorium.<br/><br/>In order to compensate for their lost childhood, The Worker kids are given extra wages and free passes to high-class entertainment in Zadox's cultural district, Yoshiwara. The Increasing population also means more need for more housing and public services. Buildings in Zadox Grow higher and higher while more and more subway and pipelines are carved into the earth beneath Zadox.<br/><br/>It doesn't take very long before skyscrapers are erected. The first in the city, The Headquarters of the Harkback News Company, The Zadox Sentinel as tall as 25 Stories. Other Harkback Companies, Including the recently Created Harkback Railroad Company and General Diesel, Major Supplier of Energy build Headquarters of their own in downtown Zadox from where they can easily manage their growing businesses.<br/><br/>Item Changes:<br/>Zadox, Dunnrhof and Manufactorium grows exponentially and reaches a population of 13 million. They merge to form the Harkback Metroplex with 5 distinct districts:<br/><br/>Downtown Zadox - Very Cramped, Center of Harkback Commerce. Its Skyscrapers are the tallest in the Metroplex.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://chuckmanchicagonostalgia.files.wordpress.com/2010/10/photo-chicago-dearborn-street-under-construction-crowds-signs-traffic-b-and-w-1930.jpg""/></div></div></div><br/><br/>Dunnrhof - Antique residential district with lots of seaports and water canals parks.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://lushpin.com/sites/lushpin.com/files/styles/slide_landscape/public/Lushpin-Twilight-Reflection-2600.jpg""/></div></div></div><br/><br/><br/>Cloqbern - A New Residential district built comfortably Accomodate over 3 million Harkback in cookie cutter housing and smaller Phalansters. Also Comes with quality Libraries, Universities, hospitals and is home to the Town Hall where the council of Zadox convenes.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://mlm-s1-p.mlstatic.com/educa-rompecabezas-1000-piezas-tranvia-san-francisco-873-MLM4728574896_072013-F.jpg""/></div></div></div><br/><br/>Manufactorum - Industrial District. Lots of Factories. Good thing The wind blows the smoke away from Zadox. Enuff said.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://philadelphiaencyclopedia.org/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/Workshop-AKent-loc-e1323749867519.jpg""/></div></div></div><br/><br/>Yoshiwara - A Massive Red-light and Entertainments. Cafés, Concert halls, Theaters and so called Cat-houses line up one after the other. Its lights glow bright in the night.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i36.beon.ru/10/39/2843910/32/115053732/1600x1007_5270_Phobos_Square_2d_sci_fi_steampunk_alternate_history_neon_victorian_smog_city_picture_image_digital_art.jpeg""/></div></div></div><br/><br/>New Knowledge:<br/>Combustion (from the 5th)<br/><br/>New Infrastructure: (11th and 12th)<br/>The Petrol Syndicate, Including The Harkback Railroad Company and General Diesel - Massive Harkback Companies led by greedy bureaucrats who seek to expand their business for more influence in the council. Harkback Railroads is behind constructing Freight transport lines and the Ectrüs-Zadox Line while General Diesel Is the first harkback company to refine gasoline and to produce airships, Diesel Trains and automobiles. They hake a million Model-H, A slow but very Cheap and reliable car every year, Now widespread in the harkback realm.<br/><br/>General Magnetic Corporation- The Competitor of the Petrol Syndicate. They control most of the electricity production, Trem and subway lines. They Produce Trams and Industrial machinery for other harkback companies.<br/><br/>New Culture: (13th of January)<br/>Swing - A New kind of Music Played often in Yoshiwara. Its still in its early days of maturity."
7988,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=250,2015-01-13T13:02:00,Harkback Union,The harkback Press sends dozens of reporters and photographers to Goffsill and the Iron Despotism to gather information. The Council of Zadox doesn't care much about foreign policy but the leaders of the cult speak out against the Iron Despotism as they harm innocent creatures of the wilderness. Many Devoted Harkback Volunteer to the Armies of Goffsill...
7989,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=250,2015-01-13T13:18:00,New Strausberg,"<blockquote><div><cite>United Soviet Jason Republic <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23116849#p23116849"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Meeting</span></span><br/><br/>The Sulitan took the time to think. ""The waves of land and sea provide their own challenge and yet are the lifeblood of our people. The middle states are weak. They parade around with their armies around the world. However they are good trade. Your people are interesting. I cannot deny that. However we all need to grow. Do we not? The Empire spreads into the land-waves. What of your people?"" The Sulitan walked slowly over to the balcony overlooking the city. ""Surely everyone needs to grow? Like a Lillie on the great river.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">A Deal</span><br/><br/>The General look out a letter that was addressed for the Sultain if he seemed to be cooperative. ""This is a letter drafted by the Czar to be given to you. What it states is the implications of Operation: Rising Dawn. I will not say more for I fear not all can be trusted everything you need to know is written in this document."" In detail was the cause for the operation and where the Depostim would be hitting first. Along with mine field locations and a request for southern air support the only person who knew this letter even existed was the Czar, the General and now The Sultain. ""Now its time to make a choice help us and be forever remembered in history."" The General smiled and awaited a response."
7990,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=250,2015-01-13T13:51:00,United Soviet Jason Republic,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Strausberg <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23125111#p23125111"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>United Soviet Jason Republic <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23116849#p23116849"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Meeting</span></span><br/><br/>The Sulitan took the time to think. ""The waves of land and sea provide their own challenge and yet are the lifeblood of our people. The middle states are weak. They parade around with their armies around the world. However they are good trade. Your people are interesting. I cannot deny that. However we all need to grow. Do we not? The Empire spreads into the land-waves. What of your people?"" The Sulitan walked slowly over to the balcony overlooking the city. ""Surely everyone needs to grow? Like a Lillie on the great river.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">A Deal</span><br/><br/>The General look out a letter that was addressed for the Sultain if he seemed to be cooperative. ""This is a letter drafted by the Czar to be given to you. What it states is the implications of Operation: Rising Dawn. I will not say more for I fear not all can be trusted everything you need to know is written in this document."" In detail was the cause for the operation and where the Depostim would be hitting first. Along with mine field locations and a request for southern air support the only person who knew this letter even existed was the Czar, the General and now The Sultain. ""Now its time to make a choice help us and be forever remembered in history."" The General smiled and awaited a response.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">A Meeting and a Deal</span></span><br/><br/>The Sulitan took the letter. He signaled for an aid to get a letter opener. After opening the letter with a gilded knife the king took out the message. He smiled. ""I would like to have one of my messengers accompany you back to your monarch. Is that approved by you?"" The Sulitan seemed to be anxious about something... He was very interested in this letter by far.<br/><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""The Empire""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">7 (INCLUDING LEVEL 3 TECH)<br/>[Agents] Varota Al-Ada: Second cousin of Harq Al-Ada, and not directly related, Varota is a member of the Assukm tribes and represents them in the royal court. He is an avid expansionists and general. <br/><br/>[Agents] Sulitan Zensunni Yali, King of the Empire, Yali took over from his cousin in a coup against the royal family. Using the angry nomads and religious fervor he rose quickly to power, taking over the empire in a short military take over. Tribes now send representatives to the capital on a yearly basis to give their consent to him. It is now unspoken that the office of Sulitan is one headed by tribal leaders who give power to the Sulitan. <br/><br/>[Forces]First Firmi: Modern infantry division that employs rifles, gattling gunners, cannons and modern weapons and tactics in battle. The group has been reformed into a professional army that serves the Sulitan. Their tan uniforms are factory made, along with their arms, gear and other goods. Their guns are rifled and can fire up to seven shots in a load. <br/><br/>[Forces] Second Firmi (The Mounted Firmi): This group of warriors are trained in mounted combat. Their job is to protect the Great Railroad going north. To do this they are stationed on every train, water stop and patrol the route. These troops are trained in the northern style of combat and are drafted from the nomads. These nomads patrol the line on camel, horseback and airship.<br/><br/>[Forces] Third Firmi: Another land based military division. <br/><br/>[Forces] Fourth Firmi: Another land division. <br/><br/>[Forces} 1st-2nd Leto Armored divisions: The first fully fledged tanks, designed to fire explosive and chemical rounds against foes. <br/><br/>[Forces] 1st Ameralite: Rebuilt from the Raiders this naval task force is compiled of dreadnoughts, destroyers and frigates updated with modern technology. The Navy has been overhauled and now serves the Sulitan like the army, no longer pirates. The task force is professional <br/><br/>[Forces] 2nd Ameralite<br/><br/>[Forces] 1st Air Riders: A combination of airships and planes.<br/><br/>[Forces] 2nd Air Riders: A combination of airships and planes.<br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The City of Leto still stands. Despite it being nearly abandoned after the old empire collapsed the large, deep ports inside of the city were returned to and inhabited again. The city has very little notable about it and stands at the mouth of the Lea river, the lifeblood of the Settled and Nomadic people.<br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The city of Akksum has been taken into the realm. The city is home to a new palace, temple and ports. Under the rule of Harq Al-Ada the city's population grew. Walls would be constructed around the city, a market place built and trade between the desert would grow. The city has a library, sprawling markets, and a palace of its own. <br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The city of Bagghar is little more than a port city and trading outpost. From the north it if the first city in which trade is brought into the Empire. Frequented by merchants it is a bustling market. From this city nomads take goods south to Akksum or Leto. <br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The Township of Southern Ameralite: These four small towns are built upon the ruins of former Ameralite cities. These towns are focused around mining and lumber trade which is then transported to the southern cities. <br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The Leto Lines have been constructed. These railroads connect the cities and towns of the Empire. They are owned by different private companies and have been granted land by the Sulitan. Now goods are traveling faster than before and the economy is booming. However Nomads find themselves less and less useful in the economy. Less honorable ones are settling due to the lines. Others struggle to make a living and are removing them selves from the economy. <br/><br/>[Infrastructure] Transcontinental Railroad. The line runs from the Iron Despotism in the north to the sandy city of Leto. The line has several stops in the empire and connects directly to existing lines. This allows for more use of the line. The line also contains telegraphs lines near by that have become the basis of fast information being sent from city to city. <br/><br/>[Infrastructure] Agamer City: This city, in the heart of the desert, is home to the countries oil refineries that have sprung up due to the discovery of oil in the inner desert. These deposits are drilled and transported to the city on rail and boat, refined, and shipped up north. The city has forces stationed in it to protect from outside raiding. The facility is vital to the new oil based economy. <br/><br/>[Infrastructure] National Grid: This power grid is supplied to every city, town and can be hooked up to by any building in the Empire. This has increased the standard of living, increased production and lead to new technological breakthroughs. The lines also contains telephone and radio lines.<br/><br/>[Infrastructure] National Road: With the Empire growing quickly and the use of cars becoming common the monarchy established the first highways systems. These are mostly used by civilians but has the benefit of allowing quick military use. <br/><br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The Township Waves: A number of towns dedicated to manufacturing. This area is supplied by the local resources and is home to a rapidly growing population.<br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The Township of Hikman: A population center of little towns. <br/><br/><br/>[Culture] The Hymes of Dar Al-Hikman, a renound art school before the collapse of the old empire have now been turned into a holy book. The school was re founded after the return of inhabitants to the city of Leto. The book comprises of hymns from the settled and nomadic people and preach respect for the desert and water. Often times the desert and ocean are referred to as being liquids, as they both seem to flow and have waves. The classic book provides the moral and civil codes of the people in the Empire. <br/><br/>[Culture] The Azhar Book: The first mass printed religious guide for the new modern era. More of a political and economic manual the book opens the society for more religious and spiritual debate. The book tries to address the issue of the collapse of nomadic lifestyle. It leaves open the question of religion. <br/><br/>[Knowledge] Engineering, Chemistry, Steam Power, Calculus, Biology, Navigation<br/><br/>Level Two<br/>[Knowledge] Physics, Railroads, Clockwork, Replaceable parts, Metleugry, Geology, Medicine/Petrochemical, Electricity,--photography--(need)<br/>Level Three<br/>[knowledge]Combustion, Electric power, Organic Chemistry Electric lights, Telecommunication, Flight</div></div></div>"
7991,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=250,2015-01-13T13:58:00,New Strausberg,"<blockquote><div><cite>United Soviet Jason Republic <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23125487#p23125487"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Strausberg <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23125111#p23125111"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">A Deal</span><br/><br/>The General look out a letter that was addressed for the Sultain if he seemed to be cooperative. ""This is a letter drafted by the Czar to be given to you. What it states is the implications of Operation: Rising Dawn. I will not say more for I fear not all can be trusted everything you need to know is written in this document."" In detail was the cause for the operation and where the Depostim would be hitting first. Along with mine field locations and a request for southern air support the only person who knew this letter even existed was the Czar, the General and now The Sultain. ""Now its time to make a choice help us and be forever remembered in history."" The General smiled and awaited a response.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">A Meeting and a Deal</span></span><br/><br/>The Sulitan took the letter. He signaled for an aid to get a letter opener. After opening the letter with a gilded knife the king took out the message. He smiled. ""I would like to have one of my messengers accompany you back to your monarch. Is that approved by you?"" The Sulitan seemed to be anxious about something... He was very interested in this letter by far. <br/><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""The Empire""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">7 (INCLUDING LEVEL 3 TECH)<br/>[Agents] Varota Al-Ada: Second cousin of Harq Al-Ada, and not directly related, Varota is a member of the Assukm tribes and represents them in the royal court. He is an avid expansionists and general. <br/><br/>[Agents] Sulitan Zensunni Yali, King of the Empire, Yali took over from his cousin in a coup against the royal family. Using the angry nomads and religious fervor he rose quickly to power, taking over the empire in a short military take over. Tribes now send representatives to the capital on a yearly basis to give their consent to him. It is now unspoken that the office of Sulitan is one headed by tribal leaders who give power to the Sulitan. <br/><br/>[Forces]First Firmi: Modern infantry division that employs rifles, gattling gunners, cannons and modern weapons and tactics in battle. The group has been reformed into a professional army that serves the Sulitan. Their tan uniforms are factory made, along with their arms, gear and other goods. Their guns are rifled and can fire up to seven shots in a load. <br/><br/>[Forces] Second Firmi (The Mounted Firmi): This group of warriors are trained in mounted combat. Their job is to protect the Great Railroad going north. To do this they are stationed on every train, water stop and patrol the route. These troops are trained in the northern style of combat and are drafted from the nomads. These nomads patrol the line on camel, horseback and airship.<br/><br/>[Forces] Third Firmi: Another land based military division. <br/><br/>[Forces] Fourth Firmi: Another land division. <br/><br/>[Forces} 1st-2nd Leto Armored divisions: The first fully fledged tanks, designed to fire explosive and chemical rounds against foes. <br/><br/>[Forces] 1st Ameralite: Rebuilt from the Raiders this naval task force is compiled of dreadnoughts, destroyers and frigates updated with modern technology. The Navy has been overhauled and now serves the Sulitan like the army, no longer pirates. The task force is professional <br/><br/>[Forces] 2nd Ameralite<br/><br/>[Forces] 1st Air Riders: A combination of airships and planes.<br/><br/>[Forces] 2nd Air Riders: A combination of airships and planes.<br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The City of Leto still stands. Despite it being nearly abandoned after the old empire collapsed the large, deep ports inside of the city were returned to and inhabited again. The city has very little notable about it and stands at the mouth of the Lea river, the lifeblood of the Settled and Nomadic people.<br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The city of Akksum has been taken into the realm. The city is home to a new palace, temple and ports. Under the rule of Harq Al-Ada the city's population grew. Walls would be constructed around the city, a market place built and trade between the desert would grow. The city has a library, sprawling markets, and a palace of its own. <br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The city of Bagghar is little more than a port city and trading outpost. From the north it if the first city in which trade is brought into the Empire. Frequented by merchants it is a bustling market. From this city nomads take goods south to Akksum or Leto. <br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The Township of Southern Ameralite: These four small towns are built upon the ruins of former Ameralite cities. These towns are focused around mining and lumber trade which is then transported to the southern cities. <br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The Leto Lines have been constructed. These railroads connect the cities and towns of the Empire. They are owned by different private companies and have been granted land by the Sulitan. Now goods are traveling faster than before and the economy is booming. However Nomads find themselves less and less useful in the economy. Less honorable ones are settling due to the lines. Others struggle to make a living and are removing them selves from the economy. <br/><br/>[Infrastructure] Transcontinental Railroad. The line runs from the Iron Despotism in the north to the sandy city of Leto. The line has several stops in the empire and connects directly to existing lines. This allows for more use of the line. The line also contains telegraphs lines near by that have become the basis of fast information being sent from city to city. <br/><br/>[Infrastructure] Agamer City: This city, in the heart of the desert, is home to the countries oil refineries that have sprung up due to the discovery of oil in the inner desert. These deposits are drilled and transported to the city on rail and boat, refined, and shipped up north. The city has forces stationed in it to protect from outside raiding. The facility is vital to the new oil based economy. <br/><br/>[Infrastructure] National Grid: This power grid is supplied to every city, town and can be hooked up to by any building in the Empire. This has increased the standard of living, increased production and lead to new technological breakthroughs. The lines also contains telephone and radio lines.<br/><br/>[Infrastructure] National Road: With the Empire growing quickly and the use of cars becoming common the monarchy established the first highways systems. These are mostly used by civilians but has the benefit of allowing quick military use. <br/><br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The Township Waves: A number of towns dedicated to manufacturing. This area is supplied by the local resources and is home to a rapidly growing population.<br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The Township of Hikman: A population center of little towns. <br/><br/><br/>[Culture] The Hymes of Dar Al-Hikman, a renound art school before the collapse of the old empire have now been turned into a holy book. The school was re founded after the return of inhabitants to the city of Leto. The book comprises of hymns from the settled and nomadic people and preach respect for the desert and water. Often times the desert and ocean are referred to as being liquids, as they both seem to flow and have waves. The classic book provides the moral and civil codes of the people in the Empire. <br/><br/>[Culture] The Azhar Book: The first mass printed religious guide for the new modern era. More of a political and economic manual the book opens the society for more religious and spiritual debate. The book tries to address the issue of the collapse of nomadic lifestyle. It leaves open the question of religion. <br/><br/>[Knowledge] Engineering, Chemistry, Steam Power, Calculus, Biology, Navigation<br/><br/>Level Two<br/>[Knowledge] Physics, Railroads, Clockwork, Replaceable parts, Metleugry, Geology, Medicine/Petrochemical, Electricity,--photography--(need)<br/>Level Three<br/>[knowledge]Combustion, Electric power, Organic Chemistry Electric lights, Telecommunication, Flight</div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Meeting and a Deal</span><br/>""I'm sure the Czar would love to hear your response Might Sultain, and seeing as how we are not needed in the south as you say, more troops can be commissioned to the operation. I will depart as soon as your messenger is ready for the trip back north."" With much anticipation the General prepared his forces to leave."
7992,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=250,2015-01-13T14:53:00,Levis Avara,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Sherman Dam </span><br/>President Sherman came to the Rhydidd Colonies now renamed Balcor and noticed something dire.It was dry desert never could it be reached to it's full potential the colony if it was left in a state like this.Already the colonies fought over water rights and Farming was difficult in this harsh environment.So by the will of Congress and to stimulate the Economy they drew up plans to construct Sherman Dam. Constructed in the 2030s, the concrete arch-gravity structure was intended to prevent flooding as well as provide much-needed irrigation and hydroelectric power to the arid regions of the southwest colonies .The project was ran by President Sherman who the Dam was named after.At 726 feet high and 1,244 feet long, Sherman Dam was one of the largest man-made structures in the world at the time of its construction, and one of the world’s largest producers of hydroelectric power. A total of 21,000 men worked on building the dam over the course of its construction (around 5,000 at any one time) and the region’s growing population turned Las Vedera from a sleepy village into a bustling big gambling town .Its easy to see why the Dam transformed the Region forever allowing for more irrigated farms and could now support a population in the tens of millions which it did.The Dam proved to be a symbol of the indomitable Republic."
7993,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=250,2015-01-13T15:12:00,Pac Kindom,"The leaders of Bython grew tired of hearing secondhand information on other peoples, so they decide to recruit government agents into a new intelligence agency, called The Bython Intel Agency , agents are dispatched to harkback, Goffsill, Iron Despotism, Avara and Leto to watch what was going on nothing else and to report back to Cast Council.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Item gains""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">BIA</span></div></div></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Bython Union""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">24<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""> <span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Agent</span> </span> (3) <br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Maelor Pritchett</span> A great inventor.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Huw Owen</span> A great Exployer.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Robat Dey </span> Most Power full of the Bython Mystics<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Forces</span></span> (6)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bython Intel Agency (BIA)</span> <br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Bython Guard, Bython Foreign Legion </span><br/>1,000 Powered Cavalry (Tanks) <a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Renault_FT"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Renault_FT</a><br/>50,000 foot soldiers with bolt-action rifles a small 6 shot pistol and a simple knife <br/>5,000 The Machine Gunners armed with a belt fed machine gun cable of piercing thin Armour and a small 6 shot pistol and a simple knife.<br/>1000 QF 13-pounder and 1000 QF 18-pounder each crewed by three people and are armed with Armour piercing and explode anti personal rounds. Each person is also armed with a small 6 shot pistol and a simple knife. These are new units and not very accurate but highly effected when the target.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bython Home Fleet, Freedom Fleet</span> <br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/S-class_destroyer_&amp;#40;1916&amp;"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/S-class_de ... &amp;#40;1916&amp;</a>#41; *25<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Danae-class_cruiser"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Danae-class_cruiser</a> *20<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Renown-class_battlecruiser"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Renown-class_battlecruiser</a> * 12<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Iron_Duke-class_battleship"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Iron_Duke-class_battleship</a> * 5<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/British_L-class_submarine"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/British_L-class_submarine</a> *25<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Bython Air fleet</span> is a force maintained by the Bython Union and is responsible for the safety air ways of the Union.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Infrastructure</span></span> (5)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Conwy</span> This town is set stride a river which flows thro the town in to the port and out to sea. Town surround the port and train station.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Caernarfon</span> A town in a valley to the west of Conwy. Town surround an central square and train station.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Borthiant</span>A town in a valley to the east of Conwy. Town surround an central square and train station.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Caer</span> An old large prison and mine complex. Now it more resembles an old Norman castle with large gray stone walls with a large temple and gardens.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cloddfa</span> A mine complex and a Town surround an central square and train station..<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Special Infrastructure</span> (3)<br/>[b]Rheilffordd</span> These railroads connect the cities and towns of the Union. <br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bython Airfield </span> an aerodrome was built with paved runways <br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Maes Olew</span> An oil field/Refinery in the north of Bython<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Culture</span> </span> (1)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bython Code </span> The Bythons are fare, free, people who live by the code honor thy Father, Protect the weak, be loyal to friends and family<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Magic</span> </span> (2)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Sense </span> The ability to sense the life force of the people around them.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Touch </span> The ability to inference the people around them.<br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Knowledge: </span><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">-LEVEL 1-- LEVEL 2</span></span> (All)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Biology, Engineering, Construction, Astronomy, Calculus, Steam Power, Chemistry</span> <br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""> Physics, Clockworks, Metallurgy, Railroad, Industrial Automation, Electricity, Medicine/Pertochemistry, Geology, Photography </span> <br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">-LEVEL 3-</span></span> (4)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Combustion,Telecommunication, Flight, Organic Chemistr, Electric Lights, Electric Power</span></div></div></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""State of The Union""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">The Union is an oligarchy ruled by the Cast Council. Although there is a capital city ,Conwy the Cast Council can meet in any City. The Cast Council is made up of eight individuals, two from the 4 main Cast ,Warrior, Builder, Grower and Teacher .<br/>The Builder cast controls all types of construction mine and manfraction and are based in Maes Olew.<br/>The Grower cast controls all types of food production and are based in Borthiant.<br/>The Warrior Cast is responsible for the safety of the and the security of the Union and are based in Conwy.<br/>The Teacher Cast is responsible for the teaching of the Union young and and all research and development. They are based in Caernarfon.<br/>The Religious Cast at this time number about 10 individuals . They are based in Caer.</div></div></div>"
7994,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=250,2015-01-13T20:39:00,New Strausberg,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">In the Name of Communication</span><br/><br/>The Depostism in a rush for newer and better weapons and tactics before the start of the first grand operation where all a buzz about a short range talking device. These allowed scouts to relay positions of the enemy instead having to run back to there commanders. These advances in telecommunication where a marvel and a more widespread version much like that of the south in Leto was starting to pop up all over the north. The much needed boom for what was already a massive military industrial complex hit a fervor as more and more tanks where rolling off the assembly line and armed for battle. This even prompted some to place short range communicators on the tanks but due to it being new technology to the Depostism they where often prone to malfunctions and not heavily relied upon.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Tech: Telecommunications- in the boom for new military purposes technology to aid in the soon to be fighting these where created for scouts to relay enemy positions, they where later adapted to fit the needs of every day workers. <br/><br/> Agent: Yuri The Great Wolf: the number one stealth operative and tactics genius yuri is the founder of Yuris Wolves the elite commando team of the Depostism. He stands 7'9 inches with blonde hair and is often seen wearing a wolfs pelt.<br/><br/>Orion Energy plant: a massive emergency complex created to keep up with the demands of the Depostism. It worked a little to well and now excess energy is being pumped all across the lands of the might Depostism<br/><br/>The Despotist tank: the heavily armed and armored tank is multi-purpose used for hard hitting, mobile command, or anti-air these tanks will be heavily utilized in operation Rising Dawn. These tanks are normally loaded with a 100 mm main gun, light machine gun and room enough for 8 crew and plenty of space for 10 more to ride on the back of the tank. However the heavier Assult model armed with a 125mm main gun heavy machine gun and more durable armor is used for frontline combat, where as the mobile command base is reduced to a 70mm gun light machine gun and more room for command personnel it is a moving turtle its focus more on armor to protect the people inside it can house around 20-25 crew with plenty of weapons inside for ground forces or the men inside. Finally the anti air variant is armed with a 150mm anti aircraft artillery gun and a machingun for taking down targets around them, somewhat lightly armored these are ment specifically for taking down air targets which enemy neighbors have began mass producing.<br/>Tech: <br/>Inf: Transcontinental rails- with the help of the mighty Sultain to the south the late kings dream has been realized and the rails are now connected from the tundra to the southern desserts the Czar couldn't be happier <br/>Infrastructure: The Citadel, a massive burdging industrial town-built into the side of the mountain and then deep into it, this city is the heart of The Iron Depotism and its main seat of power. Safe from harm the people work at bettering the Depostism through work and labour <br/><br/>Agent: Hans Jäger, a man of science he works day and night to come up with ways to keep the mighty production that keeps the Depostism alive running, a brilliant inventor and grandson of the man who helped build the Citadel he is one of the most highly regarded indivuals in the Depostism. <br/><br/>Forces: Deep Guard: from the bowls of the mighty citadel spawn the Deep Guard, Soldiers hell bent on protecting there great city and will stop at nothing short of death to protect it. There will is unwavering and each would gladly die for there cause. They are given the best equipment that can be made and put thought a training regiment from birth. It is drilled into them how to kill and they will never hesitate to do so.<br/><br/>Forces: Czars Legion: these men are the backbone of the Depostism military, they are indoctrinated to fight and never surrender even in the most extreme circumstances. They wear armor able to stop small fire arms from a distance, and possibly save them up close each of them carry repeater rifles and a short sword for up close combat they are the Hammer of Czar.<br/><br/>Forces: Yuris wolves: an elite commando force created espically for keeping everyone else out of the depostisms lands if there not supposed to be there. They have lived in the tundras wilderness in the harshest conditions all there lives and there bodies have adapted to it. Where most men die from the cold they survive, masters of ambush and there frozen homeland they know near every trick to the tundra. Often they even serve as an inquisition force stamping out any form of rebellion but as of yet nothing major has appeared due to centuries of conditioning of the people, there religion and strict government authority.<br/><br/>Agent: General (Legate) Anton Barkov<br/><br/>Forces: Aura tank- a light face produced tank which can rapidly deploy soldiers into a battle, while lightly armored it is fast enough to avoid most incoming fire, its heaviest armor is in the front as the tank is made specifically for charging purposes. Can carry up to 12 men with heavy weapons, is armed with a small cannon and machine gun. <br/><br/>Culture: From decades of living the many people's have developed a caste system, The King and warriors the highest caste, the workers the second highest, the slaves the lowest. This caste system keeps people in check, it is also used to keep production going for those who prove themselves skilled workers are often picked to join the warrior caste and a better life. There is only one patron god, Crawn, the god of industry and production.<br/><br/>Knowledge: Advanced metallurgy, when working with so many metals it is often good to understand them, and therefor best implement them. The people's of the Iron Depostim have learned much over the many years of how to produce and use the metals most effectively <br/><br/>Infrastructure: The Great Forges: inside of the citidel lay many mass if forges from which many devices of war are made, each of these built deep into the mountain where the resorces needed for them are plentiful. There are the pride and joy of any working caste member as well as the best arms and armor.<br/><br/>Knowledge: Steam engines: from studying the old machines littered around. The industrial nation has began to create steam powered machine to increase productivity and move around supplies faster. <br/><br/>Knowledge: construction: in an effort to produce bigger and better forges and equipment for the expanding empire the need for bigger structures<br/><br/>Knowledge beyond lv 1<br/>All<br/><br/>Infrastructure: Skisshaw a new addition to the growing Kingdom the city of Skisshaw is the biggest port city on the Iron Depostim hauling in a total of about 500 pounds of fish a day. As it has quickly become one of the most important regions in the Depostim a massive wall has been erected around it to keep out invaders. It also heavily utilizes the steam engines and ships to produce as much fish as possible without exhausting there food supply.<br/><br/>Tech lv 1 <br/>All<br/><br/>Lv 3 tech<br/>Combustion, Electric Power</div></div></div>"
7995,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=250,2015-01-14T05:55:00,Harkback Union,"After 2 decades of Tyranny and a decade of Phony Democracy, The Colonists of Renorie found their former Emperor gone. He simply vanished, along with his cronies and his strange ship that could go underwater without the crew being harmed... In his office, The Colonists found a strange device. A Camera which could record thousands of tiny images every second into a string of special Rotwang Co. substance. The Film could be then watched when inserted into a projector. Fascinating! The Invention quickly arrived to Zadox where the First Cinema was opened in Yoshiwara, Attracting Attention.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, General Magnetic is impressed by Telecommunication techniques invented in Goffsill and the Iron Despotism. They wish to expand their production operations to these countries...<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Harkback""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Agents:<br/>- Mayor Ruebeck - Elected Mayor of Zadox, In charge of the city's robust infrastructure projects. Perhaps Descendant of the once respected Ruebeck family, whom according to some old brick tablets governed Zadox for an entire Millenia. <br/>- Doctor Rotwang - Not much is known about him, Except for that He is a mad scientist and emperor of Renorie, who conquered the colony with the fortune he earned from inventing photography.<br/><br/>Forces:<br/>- The Sentinels - Guardians of the Harkback cult. They help wherever help is needed. When not patrolling the streets in search of fires and wrongdoers, they tend to the sick. Should they be called to arms, Each can be armed with a Repeater Rifle.<br/>- The Maritime Zadox - Large trade and whaling fleet, Completely unarmed but is large enough to move tens of thousands of tonnes of cargo a year from one port to another.<br/>- The Order of Rovu - Formed during the years of Isolation, A Cult specializing in the Occult. They are an underground organization operating from Zadox. They seek ancient knowledge.<br/><br/>Infrastructure:<br/>(WONDERS)<br/>- The Mirror Pyramid - besides the dormant mountain survived the apocalypse with little to no harm. An enormous device is housed inside which can act as both a microscope and a telescope, though not at the same time. <br/>- Libraris Apocrypha - The Library of ancient history and science. This wonder makes Ectrüs a Very popular holiday destination among those in the Metroplex<br/>(POPULATION CENTERS)<br/>- Zadox Metroplex (Counts as 3 Item) - A Huge web of cities. 70% of the harkback live here.<br/>- Dunnrhof - Part of The Zadox Metroplex. Some of Its buildings are centuries old. Relics of the past litter the streets everywhere. The city is sparsely populated and has little industry. Fishing, Agriculture in the nearby towns however is significant and Dunnrhof acts as a local trade hub.<br/>- Ectrüs - NOT PART OF THE METROPLEX. City of the west. Its weather is cold but Sunny and is home to some of the happiest harkback in all of harkback. Its also where the Libraris Apocrypha is.<br/>(ECONOMY)<br/>- The Swirling mines - In the lands north of Zadox Metroplex, Wast tunnel network spire underground, dug by the miners in search of metals. Mostly copper can be found here, but some other strange, dark metals of little practical use is also present in significant quantities. Harkback laws limit miners to work no more then 3 years in the mines and must then find other employment as Prolonged work underground lead to many diseases, both physical and mental.<br/>- Framed Fields - The land surrounding Zadox was once completely naked. Entire forests were chopped down to make room for farmland. Recently however, weather change has devastated the farmland and so biologists suggested the replanting of trees around potato fields to protect them from high-speed winds. This wasn't enough. Heavy rains and cold weather were still devastating crops so Greenhouses and canals were built to keep plants warm and protected. The upside of greenhouses was that food could be grown in them even in the winter... but they were expensive to build and maintain. The 2 balanced out relatively well.<br/>- Manufactoria - Now Part of the Zadox Metroplex (doesn't count as item here), close by the Swirling mines. Thousands of workers toil tirelessly in the factory halls to build new stuff. Pianos, Tools, Books, Furniture, Glass, Copper pipes and other construction materials are also made along with the engines, Cars, Airships and home appliances, each in a separate production unit. Logistics, once organized Organized by the cult is now taken over by Mega-companies.<br/>- The Petrol Syndicate - Including The Harkback Railroad Company and General Diesel - Massive Harkback Companies led by greedy bureaucrats who seek to expand their business for more influence in the council. Harkback Railroads is behind constructing Freight transport lines and the Ectrüs-Zadox Line while General Diesel Is the first harkback company to refine gasoline and to produce airships, Diesel Trains and automobiles. They hake a million Model-H, A slow but very Cheap and reliable car every year, Now widespread in the harkback realm.<br/>- General Magnetic Corporation - The Competitor of the Petrol Syndicate. They control most of the electricity production, Tram and subway lines. They Produce telegraphs, Electric Vehicles and Industrial machinery.<br/>- Rotwang Co. - The Largest Company of the Harkback Colony, Renorie. Uses locally produced oil to produce medicine and shoots popular films in their movie Studios.<br/>(COLONIES)<br/>- Renorie - An Independent colony Run by the mad-scientist Rotwang. Lies on the shores of the north-Western continent. Is also Home of Rotwang Co., large Medicine and Moving Picture Producer.<br/><br/>Culture:<br/>- Sentientalism - According to the old brick tablets, Sentient creatures in the world must never be harmed or extorted in any way by a fellow sentient being. Peace, Cooperation and equality therefore is mandatory. The Cult holds these Ideas sacred and educates every harkback children to respect them.<br/>- Industrialism - The harkback dream of a future of comfort and prosperity and they believe Industry is their ticket there.<br/>- Swing - A New kind of Music Played often in Yoshiwara. Its still in its early days of maturity.<br/><br/>Knowledge:<br/><br/>-LEVEL 1-<br/>Everything.<br/><br/>-LEVEL 2-<br/>Everything.<br/><br/>-LEVEL 3-<br/>Everything But Flight.</div></div></div>[/quote]"
7996,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=250,2015-01-14T06:59:00,New Fraulasia,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Strausberg <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23120127#p23120127"">wrote</a>:</cite> <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Yuri/on the border</span><br/><br/>""My apologies we mean you no harm. We are simple looking for fresh deer to hunt the lands north have almost been picked clean so the czar sends expert trackers to find more food. We cannot all live off vegetables forever no?"" He chuckled as he men slowly looped back around under the dark sky's and got into position placing and ambush if necessary it was to early for the operation to begin not all forces where prepared and the Anti-Air guns would be vital to victory. ""I am sorry for the misunderstanding perhaps we can return to your camp and we can all talk this over like...civilized individuals no? Besides it is hard to tell where the border is sometimes when you get lost on your own time."" <br/><br/><br/>A few of the wolves made tracks back toward the camps laying in wait for Operation: Rising Dawn to commence, as the name implied it is meant to be done just as done break when the enemy is still asleep this way the armies have had all night to advance. The troops where just Beginning that nights advance when the wolves ran in to tell them the news. Many began to double time it but keep quiet the tanks and other support keeping well behind so there engines would not alert the enemy. The forces where placed in strictly specific formations because of the land mines in place. These where a counter measure incase the Depotism had to fall back or if the enemy caught wind of there plan and decided to attack the Depotism before it was ready. The only problem would be the initial advance one wrong step and the element of surprise would be ruined. Therefore many of the new recruits where held back to wait on the backs of tanks that would more easily navigate the minefields once cleared and replanted by wolves when the time came.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Northeastern Fringelands, 2031 A.O.P.</span><br/>""I see, sir. Alright, it is, you must understand, suspicious to us that such a large company of men has entered into our lands. There are outposts along the border south of here, you could possibly travel through there. Or, if this problem is truly nationwide, you could possibly talk to some of our ranching companies, to negotiate for resources."" Zolan continued helpfully, completely oblivious to the looks Geiger was shooting him. ""Food for thought!"" Zolan said.<br/><br/>Geiger gave his support and attempted to steer Zolan out and back to their own camp.<br/>""Did any of what he said seem, unusual, to you?"" Geiger started.<br/>""Unusual how?""<br/>""How can an entire region lose its deer population? Why send an army force to requisition the resources? Why do it without any contact with the other government?""<br/>""That is strange, now that you mention it. I think you're reading too far into this book, though."" Geiger paused, then asked,<br/>""Have your sentries seen their lights?""<br/>""Yeah, they're hunting by night. Nothing's wrong there.""<br/>""There were<span style=""font-style: italic"">far</span>too many lights for the men we saw clearing their camp out.""<br/>Zolan looked worried now,<br/>""Then what do we do?""<br/>""First, we file our reports."""
7997,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=250,2015-01-14T07:41:00,New Fraulasia,"For Tuesday<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Goffsill, 2037 A.O.P.</span><br/>The Cold War Era of Goffsill has also created some amount of positives to Goffsill life. The markets are now being flooded wih foreign (read as: Zadoxian, who weren't actually particularly foreign) and frankly superior products to Goffsill's own. The economy began to shift more toward a full-on wartime focus. Goffsill had a long history of prosperity, and they wanted to keep it that way. King Halver has the three infantry divisions station themselves at the new Fort Serenity, built just Northeast of Goffsill and south of the apparent Iron Curtain.<br/><br/>Item Gains:<br/>Infrastructure: Fort Serenity- The newest bulwark in Goffsill's defense"
7998,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=250,2015-01-14T08:00:00,Pac Kindom,"Bython<br/><br/>As time goes by better and better Farming methods are found and increasing quality of healthcare, hsve resulted in a huge population boom in Bython. Buildings in in all cities in Bython Grow higher and higher while more and more subway and pipelines are carved into the earth beneath them. School, Universities, Libraries, play centres can now be found in every city.<br/><br/>Bython’s live outdoors lifestyle, only eating and sleeping inside . As a result Bython’s buildings are constructed with large balconies and a much smaller interior. The streets in there citys are very narrow, reflecting their long history of warfare: armored vehicles will find it impossible to invade an city without first demolishing its buildings.<br/><br/>Machines Roar in the new Chrea Centre, 5 miles from Cloddfa and close to Maes Olew. Thousands of workers have found new jobs in the in the factory halls building. Tools, Home appliances, Motorbikes, Planes, Tanks, guns and Medicines, which are shipped all over the Union.<br/><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Item gains""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Chrea Center </span></div></div></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Bython Union""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">28<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""> <span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Agent</span> </span> (3) <br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Maelor Pritchett</span> A great inventor.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Huw Owen</span> A great Exployer.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Robat Dey </span> Most Power full of the Bython Mystics<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Forces</span></span> (8)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bython Intel Agency (BIA)</span><br/> <br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Bython Guard, Bython Foreign Legion </span><br/>1,000 Powered Cavalry (Tanks) <a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Renault_FT"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Renault_FT</a><br/>50,000 foot soldiers with bolt-action rifles a small 6 shot pistol and a simple knife <br/>5,000 The Machine Gunners armed with a belt fed machine gun cable of piercing thin Armour and a small 6 shot pistol and a simple knife.<br/>1000 QF 13-pounder and 1000 QF 18-pounder each crewed by three people and are armed with Armour piercing and explode anti personal rounds. Each person is also armed with a small 6 shot pistol and a simple knife. These are new units and not very accurate but highly effected when the target.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">]Bython Home Fleet, 2nd Fleet, 3rd Fleet,4th Fleet</span><br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/S-class_destroyer_&amp;#40;1916&amp;"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/S-class_de ... &amp;#40;1916&amp;</a>#41; *25<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Danae-class_cruiser"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Danae-class_cruiser</a> *20<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Renown-class_battlecruiser"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Renown-class_battlecruiser</a> * 12<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Iron_Duke-class_battleship"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Iron_Duke-class_battleship</a> * 5<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/British_L-class_submarine"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/British_L-class_submarine</a> *25<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Bython Air fleet</span> is a force maintained by the Bython Union and is responsible for the safety air ways of the Union.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Infrastructure</span></span> (5)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Conwy</span> This town is set stride a river which flows thro the town in to the port and out to sea. Town surround the port and train station.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Caernarfon</span> A town in a valley to the west of Conwy. Town surround an central square and train station.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Borthiant</span>A town in a valley to the east of Conwy. Town surround an central square and train station.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Caer</span> An old large prison and mine complex. Now it more resembles an old Norman castle with large gray stone walls with a large temple and gardens.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cloddfa</span> A mine complex and a Town surround an central square and train station..<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Special Infrastructure</span> (4)<br/>[b]Rheilffordd</span> These railroads connect the cities and towns of the Union. <br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bython Airfield </span> an aerodrome was built with paved runways <br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Maes Olew</span> An oil field/Refinery in the north of Bython<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Chrea Center </span> Factory . Tools, appliances, Motorbikes, Planes, Tanks, guns and Medicines, shipped all over the Union.<br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Culture</span> </span> (1)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bython Code </span> The Bythons are fare, free, people who live by the code honor thy Father, Protect the weak, be loyal to friends and family<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Magic</span> </span> (2)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Sense </span> The ability to sense the life force of the people around them.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Touch </span> The ability to inference the people around them.<br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Knowledge: </span><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">-LEVEL 1, 2</span> (All)<br/><br/> <br/>[b]<span style=""text-decoration: underline"">-LEVEL 3-</span></span> (6)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Combustion,Telecommunication, Flight, Organic Chemistry, Electric Lights, Electric Power</span><br/><br/>The Union is an oligarchy ruled by the Cast Council. Although there is a capital city ,Conwy the Cast Council can meet in any City. The Cast Council is made up of eight individuals, two from the 4 main Cast ,Warrior, Builder, Grower and Teacher .<br/>The Builder cast controls all types of construction mine and Manufacture and are based in Cloddfa.<br/>The Grower cast controls all types of food production and are based in Borthiant.<br/>The Warrior Cast is responsible for the safety of the and the security of the Union and are based in Conwy.<br/>The Teacher Cast is responsible for the teaching of the Union young and all research and development. They are based in Caernarfon.<br/>The Religious Cast at this time number about 10 individuals . They are based in Caer.</div></div></div>"
7999,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=250,2015-01-14T08:50:00,Harkback Union,"And So General Magnetic Ventured to create its first subsidiary in the Iron Despotism. They intend to build a brand new telephone factory in the outskirts of the Citadel Wood, Copper and steel would be the primary raw materials purchased from local producers and the telephones would be shipped out of the country via railroad to be sold around the world, with 50% of the profits given to the Tzar. They Also Intend to put local scientist to work on radio technology, which they believe may one day make telephones obsolete.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, General diesel wishes to create a cannery where they can produce ""screamer meat"", Illegal in Zadox, but canned as shark meat. They selected Skisshaw, The fishing town as location for this secret endeavor."
8000,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=250,2015-01-14T11:26:00,Levis Avara,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Los Fierro</span><br/>The Balcor Colonies had been expanded with the awesome power of the Sherman Dam hundreds of thousands had come to the urban Los Angelou Valley a now rich and green patch of land transformed by the brilliance of the new Altarian owners.The city is a urban sprawl with commercial skyscrapers centered in downtown,cookie cutter suburban neighborhoods make the majority of the residential City.Also awesome beautiful beaches line the city which attract thousands of tourist from the cold northern provinces to the sunshine province.The city also has manufacturing centers has well making war machines in this new colder era,and a port was funded and built by the federal government,but the sunshine attracts other Industries has well....<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bellwood Film Industry</span><br/>Tall palm trees line the streets of this affluent neighborhood Bellwood is indeed the primary nexus of the film Industry in Altaria primarly due to the almost endless sunshine and mild weather.With 50 ft tall letters spelling out the Name on a big Hill to attract residents fabulously wealthy celebrities flock here living the good life in palaces and mansions and great movies are filmed has well making the city a major capital of entertainment and culture.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Knowledge</span>:&lt;all lvl one and 2 techs&gt;<br/>Combustion,Telecommunications,Flight,Organic Chemistry,Motion Picture,Electirc Power,Electric Lights<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Forces</span><br/>Navy:<br/>1st Altarian Fleet<br/>2nd Altarian Fleet<br/>3rd Altarian Fleet<br/>4th Altarian Fleet<br/>5th Altarian Fleet<br/>Army:<br/>Tank Division<br/>1st Infantry<br/>2nd Infantry<br/>3rd Infantry<br/>4th Infantry<br/>Air Force:<br/>Jet Fleet<br/>Spy Network:<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Nova Opus</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Infrastructure</span><br/>Iberia Region<br/>Aurora City<br/>Industrial Sector<br/>Special Infrastructure: Verdia Island<br/>Orion City<br/>Leon Agricultural sector<br/>Arcea City<br/>Arvenia City<br/>New Altaria<br/>West Colonies<br/>New Avon City<br/>Island Colonies<br/>Balcor Colonies<br/>Vela City<br/>Sherman Dam<br/>Los Fierro City<br/>San Arcadia City<br/>Rhydidd City<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Culture</span><br/>Altarian Forum<br/>Altarian Dream</div></div></div>"
8001,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=250,2015-01-14T18:39:00,United Soviet Jason Republic,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Iron Despotism</span></span><br/><br/>General Varota Al-Ada worse his full military uniform walking into the Citadel of the ruler of the Iron Desporism. His uniform was new, black like the traditional dresses of the nomads, but had badges of engagements and stitches to show his rank and tribe. He carried with him letters in a siphon, just in case the party was intercepted by an outside faction. Luckily no such thing happened. The General approached the Czar with the customary respect he learned on the trip up from the south by train. He also knew enough of the native tongue to get by, but was not fluent. His ascent would be heavy. ""I am General Varota Al-Ada, commander of the Northern Riders. I am here to reply from my Sulitan, ruler of the southern waves, and the message you sent to him. I have it here."" The man passed forward the key. ""The pass code is the first word you sent to the Sulitan in the letter."" The man waited.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""The Empire""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">6 (INCLUDING LEVEL 3 TECH)<br/>[Agents] Varota Al-Ada: Second cousin of Harq Al-Ada, and not directly related, Varota is a member of the Assukm tribes and represents them in the royal court. He is an avid expansionists and general. <br/><br/>[Agents] Sulitan Zensunni Yali, King of the Empire, Yali took over from his cousin in a coup against the royal family. Using the angry nomads and religious fervor he rose quickly to power, taking over the empire in a short military take over. Tribes now send representatives to the capital on a yearly basis to give their consent to him. It is now unspoken that the office of Sulitan is one headed by tribal leaders who give power to the Sulitan. <br/><br/>[Forces]First Firmi: Modern infantry division that employs rifles, gattling gunners, cannons and modern weapons and tactics in battle. The group has been reformed into a professional army that serves the Sulitan. Their tan uniforms are factory made, along with their arms, gear and other goods. Their guns are rifled and can fire up to seven shots in a load. <br/><br/>[Forces] Second Firmi (The Mounted Firmi): This group of warriors are trained in mounted combat. Their job is to protect the Great Railroad going north. To do this they are stationed on every train, water stop and patrol the route. These troops are trained in the northern style of combat and are drafted from the nomads. These nomads patrol the line on camel, horseback and airship.<br/><br/>[Forces] Third Firmi: Another land based military division. <br/><br/>[Forces] Fourth Firmi: Another land division. <br/><br/>[Forces} 1st-2nd Leto Armored divisions: The first fully fledged tanks, designed to fire explosive and chemical rounds against foes. <br/><br/>[Forces] 1st Ameralite: Rebuilt from the Raiders this naval task force is compiled of dreadnoughts, destroyers and frigates updated with modern technology. The Navy has been overhauled and now serves the Sulitan like the army, no longer pirates. The task force is professional <br/><br/>[Forces] 2nd Ameralite<br/><br/>[Forces] 1st Air Riders: A combination of airships and planes.<br/><br/>[Forces] 2nd Air Riders: A combination of airships and planes.<br/><br/>[Forces] 3rd Air Riders: A combination of airships and planes.<br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The City of Leto still stands. Despite it being nearly abandoned after the old empire collapsed the large, deep ports inside of the city were returned to and inhabited again. The city has very little notable about it and stands at the mouth of the Lea river, the lifeblood of the Settled and Nomadic people.<br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The city of Akksum has been taken into the realm. The city is home to a new palace, temple and ports. Under the rule of Harq Al-Ada the city's population grew. Walls would be constructed around the city, a market place built and trade between the desert would grow. The city has a library, sprawling markets, and a palace of its own. <br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The city of Bagghar is little more than a port city and trading outpost. From the north it if the first city in which trade is brought into the Empire. Frequented by merchants it is a bustling market. From this city nomads take goods south to Akksum or Leto. <br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The Township of Southern Ameralite: These four small towns are built upon the ruins of former Ameralite cities. These towns are focused around mining and lumber trade which is then transported to the southern cities. <br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The Leto Lines have been constructed. These railroads connect the cities and towns of the Empire. They are owned by different private companies and have been granted land by the Sulitan. Now goods are traveling faster than before and the economy is booming. However Nomads find themselves less and less useful in the economy. Less honorable ones are settling due to the lines. Others struggle to make a living and are removing them selves from the economy. <br/><br/>[Infrastructure] Transcontinental Railroad. The line runs from the Iron Despotism in the north to the sandy city of Leto. The line has several stops in the empire and connects directly to existing lines. This allows for more use of the line. The line also contains telegraphs lines near by that have become the basis of fast information being sent from city to city. <br/><br/>[Infrastructure] Agamer City: This city, in the heart of the desert, is home to the countries oil refineries that have sprung up due to the discovery of oil in the inner desert. These deposits are drilled and transported to the city on rail and boat, refined, and shipped up north. The city has forces stationed in it to protect from outside raiding. The facility is vital to the new oil based economy. <br/><br/>[Infrastructure] National Grid: This power grid is supplied to every city, town and can be hooked up to by any building in the Empire. This has increased the standard of living, increased production and lead to new technological breakthroughs. The lines also contains telephone and radio lines.<br/><br/>[Infrastructure] National Road: With the Empire growing quickly and the use of cars becoming common the monarchy established the first highways systems. These are mostly used by civilians but has the benefit of allowing quick military use. <br/><br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The Township Waves: A number of towns dedicated to manufacturing. This area is supplied by the local resources and is home to a rapidly growing population.<br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The Township of Hikman: A population center of little towns. <br/><br/><br/>[Culture] The Hymes of Dar Al-Hikman, a renound art school before the collapse of the old empire have now been turned into a holy book. The school was re founded after the return of inhabitants to the city of Leto. The book comprises of hymns from the settled and nomadic people and preach respect for the desert and water. Often times the desert and ocean are referred to as being liquids, as they both seem to flow and have waves. The classic book provides the moral and civil codes of the people in the Empire. <br/><br/>[Culture] The Azhar Book: The first mass printed religious guide for the new modern era. More of a political and economic manual the book opens the society for more religious and spiritual debate. The book tries to address the issue of the collapse of nomadic lifestyle. It leaves open the question of religion. <br/><br/>[Knowledge] Engineering, Chemistry, Steam Power, Calculus, Biology, Navigation<br/><br/>Level Two<br/>[Knowledge] Physics, Railroads, Clockwork, Replaceable parts, Metleugry, Geology, Medicine/Petrochemical, Electricity,--photography--(need)<br/>Level Three<br/>[knowledge]Combustion, Electric power, Organic Chemistry Electric lights, Telecommunication, Flight</div></div></div>"
8002,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=250,2015-01-14T20:28:00,New Strausberg,"<blockquote><div><cite>United Soviet Jason Republic <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23141396#p23141396"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Iron Despotism</span></span><br/><br/>General Varota Al-Ada worse his full military uniform walking into the Citadel of the ruler of the Iron Desporism. His uniform was new, black like the traditional dresses of the nomads, but had badges of engagements and stitches to show his rank and tribe. He carried with him letters in a siphon, just in case the party was intercepted by an outside faction. Luckily no such thing happened. The General approached the Czar with the customary respect he learned on the trip up from the south by train. He also knew enough of the native tongue to get by, but was not fluent. His ascent would be heavy. ""I am General Varota Al-Ada, commander of the Northern Riders. I am here to reply from my Sulitan, ruler of the southern waves, and the message you sent to him. I have it here."" The man passed forward the key. ""The pass code is the first word you sent to the Sulitan in the letter."" The man waited. <br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""The Empire""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">6 (INCLUDING LEVEL 3 TECH)<br/>[Agents] Varota Al-Ada: Second cousin of Harq Al-Ada, and not directly related, Varota is a member of the Assukm tribes and represents them in the royal court. He is an avid expansionists and general. <br/><br/>[Agents] Sulitan Zensunni Yali, King of the Empire, Yali took over from his cousin in a coup against the royal family. Using the angry nomads and religious fervor he rose quickly to power, taking over the empire in a short military take over. Tribes now send representatives to the capital on a yearly basis to give their consent to him. It is now unspoken that the office of Sulitan is one headed by tribal leaders who give power to the Sulitan. <br/><br/>[Forces]First Firmi: Modern infantry division that employs rifles, gattling gunners, cannons and modern weapons and tactics in battle. The group has been reformed into a professional army that serves the Sulitan. Their tan uniforms are factory made, along with their arms, gear and other goods. Their guns are rifled and can fire up to seven shots in a load. <br/><br/>[Forces] Second Firmi (The Mounted Firmi): This group of warriors are trained in mounted combat. Their job is to protect the Great Railroad going north. To do this they are stationed on every train, water stop and patrol the route. These troops are trained in the northern style of combat and are drafted from the nomads. These nomads patrol the line on camel, horseback and airship.<br/><br/>[Forces] Third Firmi: Another land based military division. <br/><br/>[Forces] Fourth Firmi: Another land division. <br/><br/>[Forces} 1st-2nd Leto Armored divisions: The first fully fledged tanks, designed to fire explosive and chemical rounds against foes. <br/><br/>[Forces] 1st Ameralite: Rebuilt from the Raiders this naval task force is compiled of dreadnoughts, destroyers and frigates updated with modern technology. The Navy has been overhauled and now serves the Sulitan like the army, no longer pirates. The task force is professional <br/><br/>[Forces] 2nd Ameralite<br/><br/>[Forces] 1st Air Riders: A combination of airships and planes.<br/><br/>[Forces] 2nd Air Riders: A combination of airships and planes.<br/><br/>[Forces] 3rd Air Riders: A combination of airships and planes.<br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The City of Leto still stands. Despite it being nearly abandoned after the old empire collapsed the large, deep ports inside of the city were returned to and inhabited again. The city has very little notable about it and stands at the mouth of the Lea river, the lifeblood of the Settled and Nomadic people.<br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The city of Akksum has been taken into the realm. The city is home to a new palace, temple and ports. Under the rule of Harq Al-Ada the city's population grew. Walls would be constructed around the city, a market place built and trade between the desert would grow. The city has a library, sprawling markets, and a palace of its own. <br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The city of Bagghar is little more than a port city and trading outpost. From the north it if the first city in which trade is brought into the Empire. Frequented by merchants it is a bustling market. From this city nomads take goods south to Akksum or Leto. <br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The Township of Southern Ameralite: These four small towns are built upon the ruins of former Ameralite cities. These towns are focused around mining and lumber trade which is then transported to the southern cities. <br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The Leto Lines have been constructed. These railroads connect the cities and towns of the Empire. They are owned by different private companies and have been granted land by the Sulitan. Now goods are traveling faster than before and the economy is booming. However Nomads find themselves less and less useful in the economy. Less honorable ones are settling due to the lines. Others struggle to make a living and are removing them selves from the economy. <br/><br/>[Infrastructure] Transcontinental Railroad. The line runs from the Iron Despotism in the north to the sandy city of Leto. The line has several stops in the empire and connects directly to existing lines. This allows for more use of the line. The line also contains telegraphs lines near by that have become the basis of fast information being sent from city to city. <br/><br/>[Infrastructure] Agamer City: This city, in the heart of the desert, is home to the countries oil refineries that have sprung up due to the discovery of oil in the inner desert. These deposits are drilled and transported to the city on rail and boat, refined, and shipped up north. The city has forces stationed in it to protect from outside raiding. The facility is vital to the new oil based economy. <br/><br/>[Infrastructure] National Grid: This power grid is supplied to every city, town and can be hooked up to by any building in the Empire. This has increased the standard of living, increased production and lead to new technological breakthroughs. The lines also contains telephone and radio lines.<br/><br/>[Infrastructure] National Road: With the Empire growing quickly and the use of cars becoming common the monarchy established the first highways systems. These are mostly used by civilians but has the benefit of allowing quick military use. <br/><br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The Township Waves: A number of towns dedicated to manufacturing. This area is supplied by the local resources and is home to a rapidly growing population.<br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The Township of Hikman: A population center of little towns. <br/><br/><br/>[Culture] The Hymes of Dar Al-Hikman, a renound art school before the collapse of the old empire have now been turned into a holy book. The school was re founded after the return of inhabitants to the city of Leto. The book comprises of hymns from the settled and nomadic people and preach respect for the desert and water. Often times the desert and ocean are referred to as being liquids, as they both seem to flow and have waves. The classic book provides the moral and civil codes of the people in the Empire. <br/><br/>[Culture] The Azhar Book: The first mass printed religious guide for the new modern era. More of a political and economic manual the book opens the society for more religious and spiritual debate. The book tries to address the issue of the collapse of nomadic lifestyle. It leaves open the question of religion. <br/><br/>[Knowledge] Engineering, Chemistry, Steam Power, Calculus, Biology, Navigation<br/><br/>Level Two<br/>[Knowledge] Physics, Railroads, Clockwork, Replaceable parts, Metleugry, Geology, Medicine/Petrochemical, Electricity,--photography--(need)<br/>Level Three<br/>[knowledge]Combustion, Electric power, Organic Chemistry Electric lights, Telecommunication, Flight</div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>The Czar smiled and stood from his Iron Throne, ""So then...how long untill you are ready...my forces are prepared and waiting...we must waste little time even as we speak time moves against us. If we are to make my vision a reality we must strike quickly and without warning otherwise we will lose momentum."" The Czar seemed frustrated he couldn't take this waiting any longer but he knew he would need the souths help if this was ever to succeed. ""Come with me to my private chambers we can speak more there."" He urged and brought the general to a more secluded area. ""I wish I hadn't played my hand so soon...my neighbors now suspect me every damn day those vultures from the west come for answers, trying to find out about what's going on. We need more land more materials we have no choice it must happen soon. My Wolves have been busy planting mines all over the border in perpetration should we fail, if you want to move troops in I suggest you bring a wolf along if you'd rather not explode."" He pulled out a war-map showing the different locations of his troops and where the bulk of his forces would be attacking first. ""Now what are your thoughts on the operation?""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Promyshlennost'</span><br/><br/>To the south in a much similar way the Citadel was created Promyshlennost was built in the southern most mountain of the Depotism, using deep drilling methods the Depostism had perfected over centuries the city was turned into a massive war factory, its specific purpose was to mine and feed the growing military with machines. It was built within the mountain with only one way in and out, the main gate. Inside where hundreds of war factories making everything that could be used to make war, from 125 mm bombs for there heaviest tank down to a small knife for the lowest of recruits. Once completed Promyshlennost was the pride and joy of the growing Depostism, not only could this place supply the armies with enough weapons to arm every man woman and child alive in the Depostism, but they now had a fort close enough to launch an attack deep into neighboring territories. The outer defenses of the city where also a marvel, searchlights powered by deep generators inside the fort allowed for what the Depostism was calling night time engagement, should anyone try to bomb the mighty fortress a full complement of aa guns (6) would open fire. Inside its walls special hatches where made to conceal and then reveal the turrents of hidden 150mm anti-tank/infanty guns, the town itself cost the Depostism more than it would like in supplies, but the czar assured everyone it would be worth it in the end.<br/><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Added: Promyshlennost- the first factory-fort of the Depostism, having learned how easily defendable and production effective a town writhing a mountain can be with the citadel, Promyshlennost was erected as a secret fort to produce massive weapons of war.hidden away inside the mountains the only way in is the front gate.</div></div></div>"
8003,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=275,2015-01-14T23:11:00,Cuprum,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Südbach - Almain</span><br/><br/>The sweat smell of festival food rose into the air mixing with up beat music making the atmosphere light with life and joy. Jinjur enjoyed these events more than anything, it was one of the few times she could get out and just enjoy herself. She strolled along an ornate fan held in her right hand gently fanning her self every so often. Thankfully it wasn't too warm and three was a welcoming breeze which swept through the courtyard. She had dressed light as not to suffocate under layers of clothing like other women did.<br/><br/>A silken light blue kimono worn for special occasions. The kimono its self held very little embroidering or decoration above the waist. As the colors faded from light blue to lavender light sakura blossoms started to trail down the outer edges of the kimono fanning out as they reached the hem. The only embroidering which decorated the top half of the kimono was the crimson fox seal of the Werner family which was threaded with a subtle darker shade of blue on the left side of her kimono near the collar. She had a white obi in place to secure her robes. Her long hair was gathered into a short bun and secured it with a pair of elegant combs which were gold and painted in black with an intricate design. Jinjur only used a light make up due to the fact that being out doors for long periods of time with heavy make up would become unbearable. upon her feet were a pair of simple white tabi and dark wooden geta which had small ornate painting along the side of blossoms and flowers.<br/><br/>To anyone in the festival Jinjur would appear to be a harmless young woman however among the pretty silk and accessories she wore a small arsenal was hidden in away. Two daggers hidden with in her obi along with a few needles, an ornate comb much thinner than the others with the sides dulled but the the ends of the long combs came to a very distinct point. A few more needles and daggers were tucked beneath her robes strategically as not to harm herself but be easy to draw when needed. While the festival its self was suppose to be a safe event for fun and good cheer she was still on guard. Scanning and searching for any possible threats. Her guards were not too far from her hidden in the crowd as well though they looked a lot less innocent than Jinjur.<br/><br/>The whistle of a steam boat caught her ear and she smiled slightly turning to make her way towards the docks. As much as she enjoyed the festival it was not the real reason of her visit. No, instead it was the return of a dear friend who she hadn't seen in years. As calm as she was to the rest of the world excitement bubbled in her belly. Last she heard he had traveled all of the world learning and growing something she had wanted to do but was forbidden. Jinjur had always found other culture interesting and she was naturally curious about them but her parents were more of a traditional mind set. Even with some of the more practical items it was never looked on too kindly. It was something that irritated her but she let it go. It wasn't Hikarus place to question her parents on such matters but that didn't mean she couldn't look into the western cultures on her own.<br/><br/>The sound of a scuffle reached her ear as reached the main street. Hikaru leaned against one of the buildings and peeked around the corner spying a fight between a few men she vaguely recognized from her clan and a rather well dressed man in western clothing. She paid close attention to the strange man watching him fight and counter with strange moves she had never seen before. Her combat training wasn't exactly the most extensive but his movements and style were very different than ones she'd seen taught to others as well. As the fighting died down she was finally able to she was finally able to get a good look at the man. She stared a moment in surprise face palatially hidden by her fan as she tapped her chin with the soft edges.<br/><br/>With all the years that had passed since their last meeting it was hard to forget a face she had seen nearly every day growing up. Though she had to admit he had change quite a bit from the young teen who had left the low lands to explore the world. A small hidden smile curved her lips as she watch him interact with a young foreign boy. She moved along with the rest of the crowd merely following for the moment. Jinjur changed her direction opposite to her old friends but kept her stance light and neutral. She shuffled along looking at the different stands and what they had to offer. Just as they were to pass each other she shifted ever so slightly so slightly so that there shoulders would collide. During the brief moment of contact she slipped a small bit of parchment into on of his pockets. the motion was swift and unseen, most likely not even noticed by him. Jinjur regained her balanced as their eyes met and a small knowing smiled crossed her painted lips.<br/><br/>""Oh, pardon me.""<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""The Federal Republic of Almain""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Agents:</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">- President Gerhard Schröder:</span> The leader of the Republic and the head of the goverment's executive branch. This politician and member of the old guard knows how to manage the masses.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">- Gral. Angelie Jinjur Pershing:</span> She has long dark hair, wears a green uniform, and generally acts impertinent while her army acts lackdaisical.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">- León Maxwell:</span> Back in school again Maxwell plays the fool again, teacher gets annoyed wishing to avoid an unpleasant scene. Bang! Bang! Maxwell's silver hammer came down upon her head.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Forces</span>:<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">* Mechanical knight:</span> Refers to a humanoid automaton designed in the past.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">* Good commanders:</span> It is better to have a lion at the head of an army of sheep, than a sheep at the head of an army of lions.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">* Raider Group Doctrine:</span> This doctrine meant sending out groups of small fast ships with good endurance to contest the main sea route of the oceans..<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">* Gauss rifle:</span> Is a type of projectile accelerator consisting of one or more coils used as electromagnets in the configuration of a linear motor that accelerate a ferromagnetic or conducting projectile to high velocity.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">* Housecarls</span>: They serve as a well-equipped, disciplined, professional, and quite numerous standing army at the service of the President.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">* Stormän:</span> The term designates a noble or other man in a high social position, by birth, wealth or other qualities. <br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Infrastructure:</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">* Gärten:</span> They are created by staking out the shallow lake bed and then fencing in the rectangle with wattle. The fenced-off area was then layered with mud, lake sediment, and decaying vegetation, eventually bringing it above the level of the lake. Often trees such as āhuexōtl and āhuēhuētl were planted at the corners to secure the Gärten. Gärtens were separated by channels wide enough for a canoe to pass. These ""islands"" had very high crop yields with up to 7 harvests a year.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">* Omnibus:</span> is a road vehicle designed to carry many passengers. Buses can have a capacity as high as 300 passengers.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">* The Alemanniawerft:</span> Originally founded as the Nordtedesch Schiffbau-Gesellschaft in 1857, the wharf was bought by renowned industrialist Friedrich von Essen in 1962, and renamed the Alemanniawerft.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Culture:</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">* Political Contract</span>: Is theory or model, originating during the Age of Madness, that typically addresses the questions of the origin of society and the legitimacy of the authority of the state over the individual.Social contract arguments typically posit that individuals have consented, either explicitly or tacitly, to surrender some of their freedoms and submit to the authority of the ruler or magistrate (or to the decision of a majority), in exchange for protection of their remaining rights. The question of the relation between natural and legal rights, therefore, is often an aspect of social contract theory.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">* The Siegestor:</span> Is a three-arched triumphal arch crowned with a statue of Alemannia with a lion-quadriga. dedicated to the glory of the Tedeschian army.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">* The Schwabing Circles:</span> the Schwabing area of Munchen became known, probably due in large part to the large university and student presence, as a Böhmen hub of intellectual activity, drawing to it many modernist artists and authors.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">* The Reinheitsgebot</span>: Is a regulation concerning the production of beer in the Almain Republic.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">* (O)stomachion:</span> This is a dissection puzzle similar to a Tangram, and the treatise describing it was found in more complete form in the Archimedes Palimpsest.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Knowledge:</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">* The Prince:</span> He who neglects what is done for what ought to be done, sooner effects his ruin than his preservation.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">* Iron and Coal</span>: A blast furnace was used to make pig iron, which then had to undergo a further process to make forgeable bar iron. Processes for the second stage include fining in a finery forge and, from the Industrial Revolution, puddling. However both processes are now obsolete, and wrought iron is now hardly made.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">* An electric current</span>: Is a flow of electric charge. In electric circuits this charge is often carried by moving electrons in a wire. It can also be carried by ions in an electrolyte, or by both ions and electrons such as in a plasma.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">* Smallpox vaccine:</span> ''The initial source of infection was a disease of horses, called ""the grease"", which was transferred to cattle by farm workers, transformed, and then manifested as cowpox.''<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">* Sodium carbonate (soda)</span>: Was produced by the Leblanc process until 1880, when the much cheaper Solvay process became available. BASF ceased to make its own and bought it from the Solvay company thereafter.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">* Komissbrot: Five marks a week you must put aside, if you want to drive your own car.</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">* Dyes</span>: The discovery in 1856 by William Henry Perkin that aniline could be used to make intense colouring agents had led to the commercial production of synthetic dyes from aniline extracted from coal tar. BASF recruited Heinrich Caro, a Tedeschian chemist with experience of the dyestuffs industry. Caro developed a synthesis for alizarin (a natural pigment in madder), and applied for a British patent on 25 June 1869. Coincidentally Perkin applied for a virtually identical patent on 26 June 1869, and the two companies came to a mutual commercial agreement about the process. Further patents were granted for the synthesis of methylene blue and eosin, and in 1880 research began to try to find a synthetic process for indigo dye, though this was not successfully brought to the market until 1897. In 1901, some 80% of the BASF production was dyestuffs<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">* Sulfuric acid</span>: Was initially produced by the lead chamber process, but in 1890 a unit using the contact process was brought on stream, producing the acid at higher concentration (98% instead of 80%) and at lower cost. This followed extensive research and development by Rudolf Knietsch, for which he received the Liebig Medal in 1904.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">* Ammonia:</span> The development of the Haber process from 1908 to 1912 made it possible to synthesize ammonia (a major industrial chemical as the primary source of nitrogen), and, after acquiring exclusive rights to the process, in 1913 BASF started a new production plant in Oppau, adding fertilizers to its product range. BASF also acquired and began mining anhydrite for gypsum at the Kohnstein in 1917.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">* Ultraviolet Light</span>: Is electromagnetic radiation with a wavelength shorter than that of visible light but longer than X-rays.</div></div></div>"
8004,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=275,2015-01-15T11:20:00,Levis Avara,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Empire of Leto</span><br/>Spies had infiltrated the Empire of Leto ah the underpinnings they slowly and steadily gathered the knowledge like a unseen virus.When the knowledge was returned it was revealed that Leto sill did not pose a threat to Altarias Naval Supremacy but its air fleet was gigantic in comparison.This sent a ripple of fear across Congress for the Letos could always send a fleet of fighter aircraft and bombard cities across Leon and even Arcea island since the Empire was rather close.Why this caution? it was obvious Leto and its ally the Iron Despot where planning something malicious but just to be safe and insure defense capabilities the Air Fleet was expanded with more fighter aircraft constructed.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Iron Despotism</span><br/>Traders had been encouraged to trade more with this distant nation that seem intent on something hostile, .While most of the traders where actually there on true business ventures this was mostly a guise the Senate allowed it to gather intel with spies."
8005,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=275,2015-01-15T12:42:00,Pac Kindom,"<span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Bython</span><br/><br/>The city rose on the the far northern coast of Xel'no in the middle of very large bay, at first a town was built and it seams prefect place to Constructed a new port and naval base and would become the center of ship building industries<br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">BIA</span><br/>Spies have successfully infiltrated three nations and slowly knowledge flowed back home to be studed by the heads of the BIA. They were very impressed with harkback industry mite but was woried at there lack of milarty, there report was marked with ""should seek an allince"". Altaria the grate enemy it was found out that Naval Supremacy was not as big as it was once, it was bigger but as advance as bython's. They were very impressed with Leto religious people, but worried about there large air fleet and wondered about its ally the Iron Despot, there report was marked with ""should seek an alliance"".<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Item gains""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Foroedd </span></div></div></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Bython Union""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">29<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""> <span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Agent</span> </span> (3) <br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Maelor Pritchett</span> A great inventor.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Huw Owen</span> A great Explorer.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Robat Dey </span> Most Power full of the Bython Mystics<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Forces</span></span> (8)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bython Intel Agency (BIA)</span><br/> <br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Bython Guard, Bython Foreign Legion </span><br/>100 Powered Cavalry (Tanks) <a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Renault_FT"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Renault_FT</a><br/>50,000 foot soldiers with bolt-action rifles a small 6 shot pistol and a simple knife <br/>5,000 The Machine Gunners armed with a belt fed machine gun cable of piercing thin Armour and a small 6 shot pistol and a simple knife.<br/>500 QF 13-pounder and 500 QF 18-pounder each crewed by three people and are armed with Armour piercing and explode anti personal rounds. Each person is also armed with a small 6 shot pistol and a simple knife. These are new units and not very accurate but highly effected when the target.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">]Bython Home Fleet, 2nd Fleet, 3rd Fleet,4th Fleet</span><br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/S-class_destroyer_&amp;#40;1916&amp;"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/S-class_de ... &amp;#40;1916&amp;</a>#41; *25<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Danae-class_cruiser"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Danae-class_cruiser</a> *20<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Renown-class_battlecruiser"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Renown-class_battlecruiser</a> * 12<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Iron_Duke-class_battleship"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Iron_Duke-class_battleship</a> * 5<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/British_L-class_submarine"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/British_L-class_submarine</a> *25<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Bython Air fleet</span> is a force maintained by the Bython Union and is responsible for the safety air ways of the Union.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Infrastructure</span></span> (5)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Conwy</span> This town is set stride a river which flows thro the town in to the port and out to sea. Town surround the port and train station.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Caernarfon</span> A town in a valley to the west of Conwy. Town surround an central square and train station.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Borthiant</span>A town in a valley to the east of Conwy. Town surround an central square and train station.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Caer</span> An old large prison and mine complex. Now it more resembles an old Norman castle with large gray stone walls with a large temple and gardens.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cloddfa</span> A mine complex and a Town surround an central square and train station..<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Foroedd</span> This town is built next to a large bay Town surround the port and train station.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Special Infrastructure</span> (4)<br/>[b]Rheilffordd</span> These railroads connect the cities and towns of the Union. <br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bython Airfield </span> an aerodrome was built with paved runways <br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Maes Olew</span> An oil field/Refinery in the north of Bython<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Chrea Center </span> Factory . Tools, appliances, Motorbikes, Planes, Tanks, guns and Medicines, shipped all over the Union.<br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Culture</span> </span> (1)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bython Code </span> The Bythons are fare, free, people who live by the code honor thy Father, Protect the weak, be loyal to friends and family<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Magic</span> </span> (2)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Sense </span> The ability to sense the life force of the people around them.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Touch </span> The ability to inference the people around them.<br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Knowledge: </span><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">-LEVEL 1, 2</span> (All)<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">-LEVEL 3-</span></span> (6)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Combustion,Telecommunication, Flight, Organic Chemistry, Electric Lights, Electric Power</span><br/><br/>The Union is an oligarchy ruled by the Cast Council. Although there is a capital city ,Conwy the Cast Council can meet in any City. The Cast Council is made up of eight individuals, two from the 4 main Cast ,Warrior, Builder, Grower and Teacher .<br/>The Builder cast controls all types of construction mine and Manufacture and are based in Cloddfa.<br/>The Grower cast controls all types of food production and are based in Borthiant.<br/>The Warrior Cast is responsible for the safety of the and the security of the Union and are based in Conwy.<br/>The Teacher Cast is responsible for the teaching of the Union young and all research and development. They are based in Caernarfon.<br/>The Religious Cast at this time number about 10 individuals . They are based in Caer.</div></div></div>"
8006,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=275,2015-01-15T12:49:00,New Strausberg,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Promyshlennost</span><br/><br/>This is within the final hours of perpetration for Operation Rising Dawn, nearly every soldier could feel it in there bones this is what they had been preparing for, from Promyshlennost tanks rolled off the assembly line in final preparations all was set for the battle to come. Special refueling stations where built along the borders for Leto planes all that remained was for the Czar to give the order to strike, the Depostism held its breath in anticipation waiting for the order to strike.<br/><br/><br/>While still trade was being allowed inside the Depostism form foreign powers each was watched closely and monitored by overseers, these special peacekeepers where formed to keep foreigners in check and would see extensive use once the occupations of foreign lands. In these late stages of war perpetration tension between foreigner and true blood son and daughter of Iron could not have been higher. As several citizens would single out and murder people from another country the Czar while seeing there nationalism as an admirable thing could not have allow this. Overseers where quickly put in place to protect not only foreign citizens but his own as well. Keeping a close eye on any troublemakers overseers where quick to dispense justice, in these late times of close war they where seen as Judge, Jury, and Executioner.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Added<br/>force: Overseer- a special peacekeeper force specially trained to keep the people's from killing each other. These men and women are there to appease the people's and stop them from fighting, but if things come down to it will not hesitate to eliminate unwanted trouble makers. In some cases they are seen as secret police weeding out and taking care of enemy spies as they are mostly aimed against foriegn individuals.</div></div></div>"
8007,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=275,2015-01-15T16:19:00,United Soviet Jason Republic,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Kh'ara Mouri</span></span><br/><br/>Empiral troops finally arrived from the long trip. They used the railroad to get very close to the site of their attack but then had to complete the rest of the journey on truck, car or plane. The army was under the command of the Suliton himself. Two Levi divisions, one armored unit and a squadron of air support was all the was brought to the campaign. The rest of the air force was headed towards the Iron Despotism. Several other land units were also sent north to help pincer their foe.<br/><br/>The attack against the Kh'aran people was swift and brutal. In the night the order to advance came over radio. Quickly the infantry and armored divisions advanced forward attacking their foe. Floodlights and other lighting mechanisms such as flashlights were used to help the army see. At dawn the air force was deployed to attack any remaining enemy units. Within the next few days the entire country, a technological and social backwater, was annexed.<br/><br/>The Sulitan would have the city quickly become a center for the army. The people were given goods from the south in an attempt to pacify them. They were allowed to elect a leader to represent them to the Sulitan. Any person who spoke out was to be arrested imminently. Radio and other means of media were introduced and controlled in order to woo the populace into substitution. The Empire had other plans.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""> The Meeting of the Czar</span></span><br/><br/>The General looked at the plan. ""My Sulitan has informed me of the plan. As we speak planes from the south should be coming smuggled by rail or refueled at cooling stations along the way. Two divisions of these planes have been sent and airships carrying more head north or wait in the south. His Greatness has brought up The Third Firmi army and an accomplishment of armored tanks that head north as we speak to attack the Goffsill from the south in a surprise manner. You are right, time is of the essence. Kh'ara Mour will have been taken to open a supply route between our nations and allow for faster transportation. We must, of course, play off the west.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Southern Ruins of Larna, Dominion Antiquity: The Township of Southern Ameralite</span></span><br/><br/>The ruins were now a small coastal city. Oil burning ships traveled form its port to head south, or were arriving from the south. The town had a the trappings of a modern society. Roads, cars, lights, horns and plenty of people wearing well made clothing. Ruins of the old city stood out. More often then not the ruins became home to new shops and homes. The arrival of the craft was a sudden and alarming event. The local police were sent to the site of this craft. They rushed forward in their cars. One officer came forward to the strange figure. ""Identify yourselves!"" he shouted at the opposing character. He did not raise a weapon but obviously had a sidearm on his belt. Other officers did however raise their pistols or rifles at the newcomers.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""The Empire""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">6 (INCLUDING LEVEL 3 TECH)<br/>[Agents] Varota Al-Ada: Second cousin of Harq Al-Ada, and not directly related, Varota is a member of the Assukm tribes and represents them in the royal court. He is an avid expansionists and general. <br/><br/>[Agents] Sulitan Zensunni Yali, King of the Empire, Yali took over from his cousin in a coup against the royal family. Using the angry nomads and religious fervor he rose quickly to power, taking over the empire in a short military take over. Tribes now send representatives to the capital on a yearly basis to give their consent to him. It is now unspoken that the office of Sulitan is one headed by tribal leaders who give power to the Sulitan. <br/><br/>[Forces]First Firmi: Modern infantry division that employs rifles, gattling gunners, cannons and modern weapons and tactics in battle. The group has been reformed into a professional army that serves the Sulitan. Their tan uniforms are factory made, along with their arms, gear and other goods. Their guns are rifled and can fire up to seven shots in a load. <br/><br/>[Forces] Second Firmi (The Mounted Firmi): This group of warriors are trained in mounted combat. Their job is to protect the Great Railroad going north. To do this they are stationed on every train, water stop and patrol the route. These troops are trained in the northern style of combat and are drafted from the nomads. These nomads patrol the line on camel, horseback and airship.<br/><br/>[Forces] Third Firmi: Another land based military division. <br/><br/>[Forces] Fourth Firmi: Another land division. <br/><br/>[Forces} 1st-2nd Leto Armored divisions: The first fully fledged tanks, designed to fire explosive and chemical rounds against foes. <br/><br/>[Forces] 1st Ameralite: Rebuilt from the Raiders this naval task force is compiled of dreadnoughts, destroyers and frigates updated with modern technology. The Navy has been overhauled and now serves the Sulitan like the army, no longer pirates. The task force is professional <br/><br/>[Forces] 2nd Ameralite<br/><br/>[Forces] 3rd Ameralite<br/><br/>[Forces] 1st Air Riders: A combination of airships and planes.<br/><br/>[Forces] 2nd Air Riders: A combination of airships and planes.<br/><br/>[Forces] 3rd Air Riders: A combination of airships and planes.<br/><br/>[Forces] 4th Air Riders: A combination of airships and planes.<br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The City of Leto still stands. Despite it being nearly abandoned after the old empire collapsed the large, deep ports inside of the city were returned to and inhabited again. The city has very little notable about it and stands at the mouth of the Lea river, the lifeblood of the Settled and Nomadic people.<br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The city of Kh'ara<br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The city of Akksum has been taken into the realm. The city is home to a new palace, temple and ports. Under the rule of Harq Al-Ada the city's population grew. Walls would be constructed around the city, a market place built and trade between the desert would grow. The city has a library, sprawling markets, and a palace of its own. <br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The city of Bagghar is little more than a port city and trading outpost. From the north it if the first city in which trade is brought into the Empire. Frequented by merchants it is a bustling market. From this city nomads take goods south to Akksum or Leto. <br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The Township of Southern Ameralite: These four small towns are built upon the ruins of former Ameralite cities. These towns are focused around mining and lumber trade which is then transported to the southern cities. <br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The Leto Lines have been constructed. These railroads connect the cities and towns of the Empire. They are owned by different private companies and have been granted land by the Sulitan. Now goods are traveling faster than before and the economy is booming. However Nomads find themselves less and less useful in the economy. Less honorable ones are settling due to the lines. Others struggle to make a living and are removing them selves from the economy. <br/><br/>[Infrastructure] Transcontinental Railroad. The line runs from the Iron Despotism in the north to the sandy city of Leto. The line has several stops in the empire and connects directly to existing lines. This allows for more use of the line. The line also contains telegraphs lines near by that have become the basis of fast information being sent from city to city. <br/><br/>[Infrastructure] Agamer City: This city, in the heart of the desert, is home to the countries oil refineries that have sprung up due to the discovery of oil in the inner desert. These deposits are drilled and transported to the city on rail and boat, refined, and shipped up north. The city has forces stationed in it to protect from outside raiding. The facility is vital to the new oil based economy. <br/><br/>[Infrastructure] National Grid: This power grid is supplied to every city, town and can be hooked up to by any building in the Empire. This has increased the standard of living, increased production and lead to new technological breakthroughs. The lines also contains telephone and radio lines.<br/><br/>[Infrastructure] National Road: With the Empire growing quickly and the use of cars becoming common the monarchy established the first highways systems. These are mostly used by civilians but has the benefit of allowing quick military use. <br/><br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The Township Waves: A number of towns dedicated to manufacturing. This area is supplied by the local resources and is home to a rapidly growing population.<br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The Township of Hikman: A population center of little towns. <br/><br/><br/>[Culture] The Hymes of Dar Al-Hikman, a renound art school before the collapse of the old empire have now been turned into a holy book. The school was re founded after the return of inhabitants to the city of Leto. The book comprises of hymns from the settled and nomadic people and preach respect for the desert and water. Often times the desert and ocean are referred to as being liquids, as they both seem to flow and have waves. The classic book provides the moral and civil codes of the people in the Empire. <br/><br/>[Culture] The Azhar Book: The first mass printed religious guide for the new modern era. More of a political and economic manual the book opens the society for more religious and spiritual debate. The book tries to address the issue of the collapse of nomadic lifestyle. It leaves open the question of religion. <br/><br/>[Knowledge] Engineering, Chemistry, Steam Power, Calculus, Biology, Navigation<br/><br/>Level Two<br/>[Knowledge] Physics, Railroads, Clockwork, Replaceable parts, Metleugry, Geology, Medicine/Petrochemical, Electricity,--photography--(need)<br/>Level Three<br/>[knowledge]Combustion, Electric power, Organic Chemistry Electric lights, Telecommunication, Flight</div></div></div>"
8008,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=275,2015-01-15T16:38:00,Harkback Union,"The Zadox Metroplex.<br/><br/>Skyscrapers pop out one after the other as every harkback Company wants an office at the heart of Zadox. Some skyscrapers serve as housing for The Booming population or as distribution and public service centers. Millions of Automobiles, Trucks and Trams Now roam the streets, Resulting in huge traffic Jams. City planners respond by clearing out old buildings to make room fore large, 12-line avenues and expanding the subway network, but soon even that proves to be insufficient. Now new Tramlines are built atop sturdy steel pylons that allow unhindered path for above-ground mass transport.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, Harkback countryside is being consumed by expansion of Infrastructure. Forests are bulldozed to make room for more factories, Railroads and Suburbs and to provide raw materials for Paper Mills, Furniture factories and the new Aeroplane assembly halls. The Harkback Weren't the first to invent flying, but they enjoy it very much. Everyone wants to fly planes, which is much more fun then riding the turtle airships.<br/><br/>Thanks to the uncontrolled expansion of Industry and transport, The air in downtown Zadox is unbreathable. Gas masks are distributed to citizens by the cult to help cope with the lack of Oxygen and airtight Domes are placed atop major parks to allow residents to breath in some fresh air.<br/><br/>New Tech: Flight"
8009,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=275,2015-01-15T17:22:00,Levis Avara,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Response to the Invasion of Kha'Mouri</span><br/>The nation of Mouri was a major trading partner of Altaria,not only because of the high amount of trade that has flourished but also because of the wealth of the Nation has well.When a huge freight ship came carrying a large sum of products en route to a port city they noticed something that would shock them beyond end.A flag the Leto flag blew in the wind overlooking the city.The Nation had came under the foot of Imperial Leto and the President was in a outrage that they would do this.Just this alone would force Altaria to declare war on the Empire the President sent a message to the Sultan....<br/><br/>President William to the Sultan:<br/>""Sultan the diabolical actions that you have committed against the fair nation of Kha' Mouri will not be tolerated!!"" This war was monstrously unjust and we in the Altarian Republic demand you release the country from your fist or else face the consequences just to know you have been warned"".<br/><br/>Altaria officially severed economic ties with the Leto Empire until they obliged to the clause.Tensions between the Republic and Empire are at a all time high War hawks in the Senate are already wanting to declare War but the President decreed that War would only be declared if the Sultan refused the clause.The War Machine is roared to life and the mighty Republic ready to inflict major pain to the Empire."
8010,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=275,2015-01-15T18:13:00,New Fraulasia,"For Wednesday<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lotill, 2039 A.O.P.</span><br/>The eerie calm that once was held over the Goffline River Valley has shattered. Nervous, chattering, scattering, energy infects the hearts of every Goffsill. The revered Institute of Natural Sciences even joins the war effort, reinvigorating an Organic Chemistry Program, creating many formulas that could heal, as well as harm. The FBIC, in fact, is tasked with installing dispensers and great reservoirs of the toxins within and around Fort Serenity and Fort Requiem. Much smaller models of such things are implanted in many public buildings in both Goffsill and Lotill. King Halver has adopted a new motto ""Never the last,"" a self-descriptive phrase, as he refuses to be the last Philogoffer King. Some projects are launched concerning a Post-war Goffsill.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Eastern Metroplex, Zadox, 2039 A.O.P.</span><br/>The old steamship pulled in. Off of it poured two things belonging to Goffsill. Goffsill's past, and Goffsill's future. To remove the...weak members of society, as well as ensure their safety, the Government sends both children and the elderly to Zadox. This is part of ""Never the Last"".<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Railroad, 2039 A.O.P.</span><br/>The First Skyfleet, never sent from its task of monitoring the Rails, has observed quite a bit of activity. Particularly Leto Activity. The Government of Goffsill is not appreciative, and tasks the First Skfleet with destroying a few Telegraph poles, running across the continent. Even if Leto is innocent, the Government cannot be sure in these darkening times.<br/><br/>Items:<br/>Gained Knowledge: Organic Chemistry<br/>Lost/Rendered Useless: Northern Telegraph Line and Southern Telegraph Line"
8011,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=275,2015-01-15T18:29:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Fraulasia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23153036#p23153036"">wrote</a>:</cite>For Wednesday<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lotill, 2039 A.O.P.</span><br/> The eerie calm that once was held over the Goffline River Valley has shattered. Nervous, chattering, scattering, energy infects the hearts of every Goffsill. The revered Institute of Natural Sciences even joins the war effort, reinvigorating an Organic Chemistry Program, creating many formulas that could heal, as well as harm. The FBIC, in fact, is tasked with installing dispensers and great reservoirs of the toxins within and around Fort Serenity and Fort Requiem. Much smaller models of such things are implanted in many public buildings in both Goffsill and Lotill. King Halver has adopted a new motto ""Never the last,"" a self-descriptive phrase, as he refuses to be the last Philogoffer King. Some projects are launched concerning a Post-war Goffsill.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Eastern Metroplex, Zadox, 2039 A.O.P.</span> <br/> The old steamship pulled in. Off of it poured two things belonging to Goffsill. Goffsill's past, and Goffsill's future. To remove the...weak members of society, as well as ensure their safety, the Government sends both children and the elderly to Zadox. This is part of ""Never the Last"". <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Railroad, 2039 A.O.P.</span><br/> The First Skyfleet, never sent from its task of monitoring the Rails, has observed quite a bit of activity. Particularly Leto Activity. The Government of Goffsill is not appreciative, and tasks the First Skfleet with destroying a few Telegraph poles, running across the continent. Even if Leto is innocent, the Government cannot be sure in these darkening times. <br/><br/>Items: <br/>Gained Knowledge: Organic Chemistry<br/>Lost/Rendered Useless: Northern Telegraph Line and Southern Telegraph Line</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The Goffsillians are very welcome in Zadox, where despite the population boom, there is still a great worker shortage. New Residential Skyscrapers and suburban homes with elegant interior are built in a matter of months with Welfare money from the Cult and easy jobs are offered to the not-so old elderly in the Service sector. Teachers, Receptionists, Tram Drivers and Musicians are especially in high demand.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, Energy and resource hungery of Harkback Industries exceed output of local mines and oil wells. The Petrol Syndicate now wishes to exploit natural resources in Foreign Countries and so they seek out resource-rich foreign nations. The Leto, The Bython and the Altarians seem to have promising reserves of resources and so the harkback wish to aquire them in exchange for finished goods. They also wish to Expand Trade with Goffsill, Which is especially profitable given the highly developed infrastructure between the 2 countries."
8012,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=275,2015-01-15T18:38:00,New Strausberg,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Rising Dawn</span><br/><br/>The orders came quickly and the forces in the quiet of night began there advance, the bulk of there forces where sent towards Goffsill. What was radio silence for years suddenly flickered to life as Operation Rising Dawn came underway, the Vanguard of the operation lead by Yuri himself and his wolves quickly thundered towards Goffsill, meanwhile a second detachment was sent to the free Gygaxi Republic to ""liberate"" the resources there as the forces began quickly sweeping towards the enemy cities. By the time anyone knew it they where outside the enemy capital banging down the gates, the forces where ordered to encircle and cut off the enemy from brining in any fresh supplies while whatever was left got sent ahead to continue the Blitz. Once within range a ultimatum was given, ""SURRENDER AND YOU WILL BE ALLOWED TO LIVE! FIGHT US AND DIE!"" Yuris team was sent to look for any weakness in the capitals defenses and ordered to kill anyone who found them.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Meanwhile</span><br/>Storming forward toward the self proclaimed city of light, was the 23rd Iron Batallion, its orders storm the town and take everything the Depostism would settle for nothing but total victory. While the journey could not be completed as quickly as the czar would like things where going smoothly so far. With support from Leto air forces less trouble would be taken from the sky's which allowed the tankers of the 23rd to focus on the task of taking the city."
8013,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=275,2015-01-15T18:41:00,G-Tech Corporation,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Farholme, Eastern Desert, Landsraad Hegemony</span><br/><br/>Down into the desert sands the pit wound, a causeway wide enough for three gargantuan mining trucks to pass abreast with ease. From the Core above the pillar of technology and pipes extended, burrowing down into the earth towards the deposit of React that had been assessed by the surveyors. Here, under the blinding sun, upon the endless white wastes, a mining town had sprung up. Little more than blastcrete shacks and a few storage shelters, in time it would grow with more people willing to work away from the World-Ships, and the population burgeoning from the newly grown. It was dangerous work, down there in the mines, where cogitor-driven engines hacked at seams of stone and the miasma-spewing ore. But from this hazardous endeavor the Force Engines of the fleet would live again, and the energy requirements of the people of the Hegemony would be satiated for many years to come. From the Highmarch and her whirring trains, scaled up copies of those that serviced the World-Ships, supplies poured into the Pit, and back to Landing.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ruins of Larna, Southern Dominion</span><br/><br/>As Verita and her surveyors looked over the scene, cataloging industrial designs and shipping entering the harbour, she was satisfied. Here the ruins of the ancient city still stood, but more importantly some form of organized government remained. A truly interesting discovery; how those who survived the Night must have changed, that was what she wished to know. One of the surveyors pointed with his rangefinder towards the city- vehicles had been spotted bumping over the road towards the expedition. Soon she would find out the disposition of these hardy folk herself. Hopefully they would not be hideous, or mutated, or anything to that effect. Her own lily-white skin might look odd to them, but it was a necessary ramification of the high altitudes at which the World-Ships flew. One could not simply get outside for some sunshine, not without heated exogear and a rebreather.<br/><br/>Eventually the little flimsy vehicles came to a stop, and some humans got out of them. Each automotive, for so she assumed they were, was about an eighth of the size of the grinder the expedition had landed with. They appeared to only hold a few men each, much like a manubike. A curious adaptation, perhaps one brought on by an excess of space? She would have to consult with the Devotiaries, and at her back one of the men wound a transcorder, for this contact would require further study. None of the men from the city drew weapons, but one made noises at her like speech. Verita frowned. The words were not familiar, though words they must be. They seemed sharp, staccato, like the barking of a dog, but clearly this was the people's means of communication. She shook her head, and motioned with one hand for the Aviat with her to step forward. He knew the old tongue, and with any luck these two would be similar, though it seemed unlikely.<br/><br/>The Aviat, Sommun, spoke in Old Ameralite, his voice rich and song-like. ""I am afraid we don't understand your speech. Do you know the words of the ancients?""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Scouting Expedition, South-Eastern Hitherlund</span><br/><br/>Through the desert the ''thopter whined, carrying a survey team from the Corp of Enginseers. They were scouting for oasis for refueling points, but now the desert was petering out, and the men could see signs of habitation beyond. Farms near the coast, and perhaps even small villages. They began recording and pulled out observation scopes.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Item: Infrastructure: Farholme Established<br/>Item: Infrasturcture: Highmarch Constructed<br/>Item: Culture: The Onset of Night Painted<br/>Item: Agent: Ar-Techsin Gar Nameral Promoted<br/>Item: Infrastructure: Spires of Eternity Constructed</span><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""The Landsraad Hegemony""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Agents:<br/>-Highprince Xavier Harkan: Lord of the Landsraad Hegemony and Grand Admiral of the Sky-Fleets<br/>-Techsin Verita Nyive: Acting Commander of the Eastern Expeditionary Front<br/>-Ar-Techsin Gar Nameral: Lord-Magistrate of the Blackguards<br/>Forces:<br/>-The Nightstriders: 150 Flashstrike skyriders, veteran-class. Equipped with air-to-air and overpressure weapons. <br/>-The Firth of Might: 7 Hierarch behemoths, veteran-class. Transport capacity of a full Armored Roh. <br/>-The Bulwark of Man: A great sky-ship displacing 4.5 million tonnes, she bears the Orator of the Apocalypse and five flights of Hegemon-class Needleships. Transport capacity of five Armored Fists. <br/>-The Silent Shadows: 220 Scitar-class Needleships, armed with forgot shardlaunchers and relat sabots.<br/>-The Obsidian Waves: 90 Ganter-class ornithopters.<br/>-The Sky-Breakers: 300 Flashstrike skyriders. <br/>-1st Armored Roh ""Blackguards""<br/>-1st Heavy Infantry Roh ""Groundpounders""<br/>-1st Light Infantry Roh<br/>Infrastructure:<br/>-The World-Ships: 32 immense vessels the size of small cities kept aloft by large reactor cores. Each can have up to a hundred thousand inhabitants and is fully self-sustainable, though not all are fully populated. Each has a fighter complement and AA defenses. <br/>-The Core: A truly giant world ship with ancient boring devices that can strip mine several thousand feet with ease. <br/>-Farholme: A large mining pit and the township nearby, produces large quantities of ferrous ores and React depositions.<br/>-Highmarch: A network of synthcrete roads and trains that link the Landing with the local sites, to allow the easy passage of goods and materials.<br/>-The Spires of Eternity: Immense complex of aeroponics towers north of Landing, large food output. <br/>Culture:<br/>-The Word of the Devotiaries<br/>-The Nostrum of the Stars<br/>-The Graven Arch<br/>-The Onset of Night<br/>Knowledge: All Knowledge through Tier 3.<br/>Ancient Wisdom:<br/>-Force Engines<br/>-Kinetic Accelerators<br/>-Aeroponics<br/>-Synthetic Atmosphere Manufacture<br/>-Genetic Radical Stabilization<br/>-The Vats<br/>-Cogitors<br/>-Magnetic Repulsors/Intensifiers</div></div></div>"
8014,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=275,2015-01-15T18:52:00,United Soviet Jason Republic,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Empire of Leto</span></span><br/><br/>The Sulitan was preparing for war. However he also had to deal with other diplomatic issues. While the force that took over the Empire's most recent gain was headed back west again the king was troubled by outside news. Some of it had good, others were possible bad. The Altarian Republic, the imperialists if the west, were muddling in the Empire's new lands. They of course threatened war. The Emperor wondered how, as there was no waterway going west. But despite that he had to act. He sent a reply to the President's alarming message. The Sulitan would allow the export of oil to the north in bulk. An envoy from the people of Zadox was invited to the Empire to discuss this trade opportunity. The regulations on oil would be substantially lowered and thus allow for more trade.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">From: Sulitan Zensunni Yali<br/>To: President William<br/><br/>My governments actions are in the name of trade. I understand that you see this as a terrible act against your economy. However, I, different from the terrible rules before be, desire change. We did not know this backwater meant so much to your people, but it can do more under our rule. We are modernizing the city, helping the people and plan to boost economic output in the region. The Goffsillians have attacked the Leto Rail and are intending to prevent our trade with your nation. We needed this location to circumnavigate the trouble of their bureaucracy and land. Telegraph lines between the north and south have been cut. They have harmed something the Empire sees as vital and we will be forced to act, like you, to protect trade.<br/><br/>As I said before I am not the former rulers. The Empre has bounty and has been unwise to share it. I have had the old documents brought to my attention. We will lower our tariffs if you do the same and we will export oil to your booming economy. I promise you that the Empire taking control of Kha'Mouri will fill your coffeers with more gold then you dream of.</blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Rising Dawn</span></span><br/><br/>With the break in radio silence the people of the south knew it was time to strike. Despite the destruction of the telegraph lines communication, through radio, allowed for the Despotism and Empire to communicate. The first through third Firmi land infantry divisions and two Leto Armored divisions stormed north, attacking their foe. In the air Leto airships, armed with cannons, would cover the advancing land units by air. Accompanying them were fighters, designed for dog fighting enemy air units. The attack was to be swift and sudden. To the rest of the world this was retaliation for the destruction of the telegraph lines. Or that is what the Empire would use as its justification. No one would destroy the Leto Lines.<br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Ruins of Larna, Southern Dominion</span></span><br/><br/>The police officers, in their black uniforms, looked around at one another. They were scared, confused, lost and did not know the tongue of these people. The standoff continued with the men almost shaking in fear. Just behind the line of officers faith intervened. A little boy, a local, son of a farmer of these lands since the early ages of history replied back in the old tongue. ""They do not, but I do!"" the boy shouted in a high pitched voice. Several officers turned around, shocked to see this little one, a mere ten years old, speak back to the stranger. One of the officers spoke to the boy. ""He asks you where you are from, and who you are. They do not know the old tongue."""
8015,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=275,2015-01-15T19:08:00,New Fraulasia,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Strausberg <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23153342#p23153342"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Rising Dawn</span><br/><br/>The orders came quickly and the forces in the quiet of night began there advance, the bulk of there forces where sent towards Goffsill. What was radio silence for years suddenly flickered to life as Operation Rising Dawn came underway, the Vanguard of the operation lead by Yuri himself and his wolves quickly thundered towards Goffsill, meanwhile a second detachment was sent to the free Gygaxi Republic to ""liberate"" the resources there as the forces began quickly sweeping towards the enemy cities. By the time anyone knew it they where outside the enemy capital banging down the gates, the forces where ordered to encircle and cut off the enemy from brining in any fresh supplies while whatever was left got sent ahead to continue the Blitz. Once within range a ultimatum was given, ""SURRENDER AND YOU WILL BE ALLOWED TO LIVE! FIGHT US AND DIE!"" Yuris team was sent to look for any weakness in the capitals defenses and ordered to kill anyone who found them. <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Meanwhile</span><br/>Storming forward toward the self proclaimed city of light, was the 23rd Iron Batallion, its orders storm the town and take everything the Depostism would settle for nothing but total victory. While the journey could not be completed as quickly as the czar would like things where going smoothly so far. With support from Leto air forces less trouble would be taken from the sky's which allowed the tankers of the 23rd to focus on the task of taking the city.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Fort Serenity, 2041 A.O.P.</span><br/>""Here they come."" said Zolan grimly,<br/>""Aye, but the boys in the 3rd will disabuse them of the notion."" Geiger quipped, coming up beside him.<br/>""Are they even within range?""<br/>""We're about to find out.""<br/>And lo, soon after the artillery of the 3rd and the fort's own, were firing down into the swarm of Northmen below the hill.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Railroad, 2041 A.O.P.</span><br/>The First Skfleet peeled off from their task of besieging the Telegraph lines. Above Lotill, both Skyfleet melded and shuffled, the pterocraft flying Northward and the Zeppelin Airships separating to Goffsill, a city in evacuation- bar the masked Agents of the Shadowed Hand.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">WAR</span></span></div>"
8016,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=275,2015-01-15T19:20:00,New Strausberg,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Fraulasia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23153734#p23153734"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Strausberg <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23153342#p23153342"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Rising Dawn</span><br/><br/>The orders came quickly and the forces in the quiet of night began there advance, the bulk of there forces where sent towards Goffsill. What was radio silence for years suddenly flickered to life as Operation Rising Dawn came underway, the Vanguard of the operation lead by Yuri himself and his wolves quickly thundered towards Goffsill, meanwhile a second detachment was sent to the free Gygaxi Republic to ""liberate"" the resources there as the forces began quickly sweeping towards the enemy cities. By the time anyone knew it they where outside the enemy capital banging down the gates, the forces where ordered to encircle and cut off the enemy from brining in any fresh supplies while whatever was left got sent ahead to continue the Blitz. Once within range a ultimatum was given, ""SURRENDER AND YOU WILL BE ALLOWED TO LIVE! FIGHT US AND DIE!"" Yuris team was sent to look for any weakness in the capitals defenses and ordered to kill anyone who found them. <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Meanwhile</span><br/>Storming forward toward the self proclaimed city of light, was the 23rd Iron Batallion, its orders storm the town and take everything the Depostism would settle for nothing but total victory. While the journey could not be completed as quickly as the czar would like things where going smoothly so far. With support from Leto air forces less trouble would be taken from the sky's which allowed the tankers of the 23rd to focus on the task of taking the city.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Fort Serenity, 2041 A.O.P.</span><br/> ""Here they come."" said Zolan grimly,<br/> ""Aye, but the boys in the 3rd will disabuse them of the notion."" Geiger quipped, coming up beside him. <br/> ""Are they even within range?"" <br/> ""We're about to find out."" <br/> And lo, soon after the artillery of the 3rd and the fort's own, were firing down into the swarm of Northmen below the hill. <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Railroad, 2041 A.O.P.</span><br/> The First Skfleet peeled off from their task of besieging the Telegraph lines. Above Lotill, both Skyfleet melded and shuffled, the pterocraft flying Northward and the Zeppelin Airships separating to Goffsill, a city in evacuation- bar the masked Agents of the Shadowed Hand. <br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">WAR</span></span></div></div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Realiation</span><br/><br/>This was all the Czar needed to take the city, as the first shot was fired by Gofstill forces the order was given to storm the city, first came a barrage of tank fire to soften the defenders followed by a quick wave of recruits to test the aim of the defenders and what action could be taken next. From the initial volley a dozen or so men where killed fodder to the apisring men eager to make there homeland proud. As the recruits where undoubtedly sent to there deaths Depostist tanks armed with Flak Cannons begin to open fire in the sky's as the Zeppelins and other craft. The ground forces assumed they where carrying bombs so no short was spared. Fort Serenity a mocking point of a fort needed to be made an example of as Yuri and his wolves infiltrated the fort to attempt to silence the guns."
8017,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=275,2015-01-15T19:33:00,G-Tech Corporation,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ruins of Larna, Southern Dominion</span><br/><br/>Sommus was about to give up on the attempt and resort to pictographic gestures when a small voice spoke up from behind the men in their black outfits. It spoke words barely recognizable for their accent, but words which were clearly a dialect and mangled sub-branch of the old tongue. He cleared is throat, and had to try and speak more nasally to be comprehensible to the youth. He spoke something an interrogative and identification, which the swarthy soldier could understand at least reasonably. The Aviat nodded to the small boy, smiling, and crossed both arms before his chest in a formal salute, his slugthrower holstered on his back.<br/><br/>""I am Sommus Darameral, Aviat of the Collegia, Adjuntant to Veritas Nyive, Acting Commander of the Eastern Expeditionary Front of the Landsraad Hegemony."" He gestured northward with a gloved hand. ""We came from our camp to the north, in the ruins of the civilization that were our forebearers. Where are we? Who is lord of this city?"""
8018,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=275,2015-01-15T19:34:00,New Fraulasia,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Strausberg <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23153890#p23153890"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Fraulasia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23153734#p23153734"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Meanwhile</span><br/>Storming forward toward the self proclaimed city of light, was the 23rd Iron Batallion, its orders storm the town and take everything the Depostism would settle for nothing but total victory. While the journey could not be completed as quickly as the czar would like things where going smoothly so far. With support from Leto air forces less trouble would be taken from the sky's which allowed the tankers of the 23rd to focus on the task of taking the city.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Fort Serenity, 2041 A.O.P.</span><br/> ""Here they come."" said Zolan grimly,<br/> ""Aye, but the boys in the 3rd will disabuse them of the notion."" Geiger quipped, coming up beside him. <br/> ""Are they even within range?"" <br/> ""We're about to find out."" <br/> And lo, soon after the artillery of the 3rd and the fort's own, were firing down into the swarm of Northmen below the hill. <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Railroad, 2041 A.O.P.</span><br/> The First Skfleet peeled off from their task of besieging the Telegraph lines. Above Lotill, both Skyfleet melded and shuffled, the pterocraft flying Northward and the Zeppelin Airships separating to Goffsill, a city in evacuation- bar the masked Agents of the Shadowed Hand. <br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">WAR</span></span></div></div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Realiation</span><br/><br/>This was all the Czar needed to take the city, as the first shot was fired by Gofstill forces the order was given to storm the city, first came a barrage of tank fire to soften the defenders followed by a quick wave of recruits to test the aim of the defenders and what action could be taken next. From the initial volley a dozen or so men where killed fodder to the apisring men eager to make there homeland proud. As the recruits where undoubtedly sent to there deaths Depostist tanks armed with Flak Cannons begin to open fire in the sky's as the Zeppelins and other craft. The ground forces assumed they where carrying bombs so no short was spared. Fort Serenity a mocking point of a fort needed to be made an example of as Yuri and his wolves infiltrated the fort to attempt to silence the guns.[/quote]<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Fort Serenity, 2041 A.O.P.</span><br/>The walls of Fort Serenity held against the fire, but the aim of the Goffsill Expeditionary Company was attained by practice with the ducks and other animals within the swamplands. It is not easily gained nor replicated. The Zeppelins were not in fact carrying bombs, but many were in fact carrying civilians. Several airships were shot down, losing all passengers and crew, but the survivors crept out from the firestorm, fleeing to the long-unused Fort Middle."
8019,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=275,2015-01-15T19:42:00,New Strausberg,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Fraulasia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23154033#p23154033"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Strausberg <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23153890#p23153890"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Fort Serenity, 2041 A.O.P.</span><br/> ""Here they come."" said Zolan grimly,<br/> ""Aye, but the boys in the 3rd will disabuse them of the notion."" Geiger quipped, coming up beside him. <br/> ""Are they even within range?"" <br/> ""We're about to find out."" <br/> And lo, soon after the artillery of the 3rd and the fort's own, were firing down into the swarm of Northmen below the hill. <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Railroad, 2041 A.O.P.</span><br/> The First Skfleet peeled off from their task of besieging the Telegraph lines. Above Lotill, both Skyfleet melded and shuffled, the pterocraft flying Northward and the Zeppelin Airships separating to Goffsill, a city in evacuation- bar the masked Agents of the Shadowed Hand. <br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">WAR</span></span></div></div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Realiation</span><br/><br/>This was all the Czar needed to take the city, as the first shot was fired by Gofstill forces the order was given to storm the city, first came a barrage of tank fire to soften the defenders followed by a quick wave of recruits to test the aim of the defenders and what action could be taken next. From the initial volley a dozen or so men where killed fodder to the apisring men eager to make there homeland proud. As the recruits where undoubtedly sent to there deaths Depostist tanks armed with Flak Cannons begin to open fire in the sky's as the Zeppelins and other craft. The ground forces assumed they where carrying bombs so no short was spared. Fort Serenity a mocking point of a fort needed to be made an example of as Yuri and his wolves infiltrated the fort to attempt to silence the guns.<br/><br/> <span style=""font-weight: bold"">Fort Serenity, 2041 A.O.P.</span><br/> The walls of Fort Serenity held against the fire, but the aim of the Goffsill Expeditionary Company was attained by practice with the ducks and other animals within the swamplands. It is not easily gained nor replicated. The Zeppelins were not in fact carrying bombs, but many were in fact carrying civilians. Several airships were shot down, losing all passengers and crew, but the survivors crept out from the firestorm, fleeing to the long-unused Fort Middle.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Siege of Fort Serenity</span><br/>Amid the chaos as more and more recruits where being thrown at the front gates, Yuris and his special forces made it inside, ""Find the gunpowder and it ablaze."" The great wolf ordered as soon troops outside stopped being sent and pulled back fireing off another tank barrage on the fort to keep the enemy distracted long enough for yuri and his forces to complete there mission.<br/><br/>Meanwhile the confused forces that had shot down the Zeppelins sent men to investigate the crash, at first gunfire was all that could be heard as men open fire on fleeing men thought to be soldiers. As soon closer inspection of the crashed Zeppelins revealed they where civilian transports the military was torn on wither or not to shoot them down, finally the Czar had made his choice and ordered the guns not to fire on the Zeppelins he would not partake in shooting down unarmed craft unless he was forced to."
8020,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=275,2015-01-15T19:44:00,Levis Avara,"[<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">From: Sulitan Zensunni Yali<br/>To: President William<br/><br/>My governments actions are in the name of trade. I understand that you see this as a terrible act against your economy. However, I, different from the terrible rules before be, desire change. We did not know this backwater meant so much to your people, but it can do more under our rule. We are modernizing the city, helping the people and plan to boost economic output in the region. The Goffsillians have attacked the Leto Rail and are intending to prevent our trade with your nation. We needed this location to circumnavigate the trouble of their bureaucracy and land. Telegraph lines between the north and south have been cut. They have harmed something the Empire sees as vital and we will be forced to act, like you, to protect trade.<br/><br/>As I said before I am not the former rulers. The Empre has bounty and has been unwise to share it. I have had the old documents brought to my attention. We will lower our tariffs if you do the same and we will export oil to your booming economy. I promise you that the Empire taking control of Kha'Mouri will fill your coffeers with more gold then you dream of.</blockquote><br/><br/>President William Vincent had been most pleased to hear this indeed he saw more profit coming from a kha'mouri under Leto then the original rulers so he apologized for his brash behavior.Indeed after hearing this Congress agreed has well.Also unfortunately for Goffstill the Senate had lost favor in helping them rationally saying the invasion was justified for the Goffstill destroying telegraph lines and disrupting Trade some even saying they deserved it for such uncivilized behavior.Oh if only the ignorant Senators knew the truth but it wasn't happening right now. The Altarians have now declared their neutrality until further notice but a invasion of Harkback would still be a ultimatum caus belli."
8021,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=275,2015-01-15T19:47:00,United Soviet Jason Republic,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Ruins of Larna, Southern Dominion</span></span><br/><br/>The boy took a moment to translate the words to the other men. They seemed obviously confused. Most put down their weapons and just looked at the stranger in awe. The little one came forward. He took the closest officers hand as he spoke. ""This is the Township of Southern Ameralite, part of the Emperor of Leto, ruled by Sulitan Zensunni Yali."" The boys reply was quick, almost as if anyone should know about the Sulitan and the Empire. ""Greetings Summus Darmeral,"" the boy replied, letting go of the officer to copy the arm gester done by the stranger. The officer spoke to the boy, who replied back quickly. ""They do not know of the Hegemony, for it is only told in the ruins and old stories.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Realiation</span></span><br/><br/>The Emperial Army stormed north, seemingly ignored by the defenders. Their air ships were ordered to bomb out any enemy defenses as airplanes chased after any enemy airships that returned fire against the army. Tanks, men and artillery moved into positions to attack their foe quickly and swiftly. The Sulitan was pleased with the progress. ""Let us march, the southern waves have broken over the north!"" he cheered to his advisers, following the army. His command post received radio updates form his army and was now in a position to receive Despotism radio messages."
8022,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=275,2015-01-16T04:35:00,Harkback Union,"Leto<br/><br/>The First harkback oil tankers and freighters arrive at the ports of akksum and Bagghar, hungry for resources. The Harkback also plan to build an oil pipeline to connect the remote oil fields with General Diesel's refineries. In exchange for resources, large sums of credits are given to the sultan, which he can use to purchase whatever he dreams of.<br/><br/><br/>Ectrüs, Western Harkback<br/><br/>Tears descend from the eyes of the young Zathel, descendant of the New legate family, The Wolhusts. She holds the Zadox Sentinel in her hands, Filled with pictures of Leto Airships bombing Lotill and the Brute soldiers of the Iron Despotism storming the last bastions of Goffsill's defense. She tries to distract herself by taking a tour of the Libraris Apocrypha, but the fine Goffsill art and literature on display only reminded her of the 10 years she spent learning there, The best part of her life.<br/><br/>Her older Brother, Executive of the Petrol Syndicate came to visit that day. ""Whats all this fuss about? Its the way the world works. The strong destroys the weak! And Think of all the credits we can make trading with the Leto! Surely we don't want to lose that!"". Zath's Brother was also in charge of Zadox's paper supply, which was severely stressed due to him shutting down several paper mills. The Newspapers couldn't print the news and so the Zadoxians were in the Dark about whats going on in Goffsill.<br/><br/>""I don't care what you say! These monsters are going to pay for this injustice!"" was all Zath Said. He took a train to Zadox to explain to his father, the Legate whats going on and ask for his support. ""You know dear that my hands are tied. The Cult has lost much of its influence to these... syndicates."" The legate said. ""Here, Go explore the world like how you always wanted."" He told his daughter while giving her a checkbook.<br/><br/>The Following Days, Zathel Spent millions on Ordering New Aeroplanes. She already had a few which she used to learn to fly a year ago, but she said they are too slow and she wants the newer models. Over the course of a few weeks, She bought hundreds of planes and flew them to a Cult Estate in the countryside where she would invite all sorts of strange people for a purpose unknown. In secret crates, special so called ""Rotating guns"" and High-Payload Bombs were smuggled to the estate and strapped to the planes. Zath and her private army begun testing their planes capabilities and were about to embark on their first mission when the press found out about her intentions.<br/><br/>General Dumsfield, Chief of Harkback Intelligence was infuriated by the Idea. ""To go to war with... Are you mad?"" - He often screamed. His man siezed the warplanes, hid them in a Dunnrhof warehouse and then offered it up for sale on the international markets, but Zath and her Crew didn't give up. They tried everything in their power to convince the council of Zadox to release the captive war machines... now that didn't work out. Everyone feared retaliation... But then something happened. A Delegate from Renorie offered support. Cheap Oil Imports from Leto would severely undercut Rotwang Co. Profits and so they purchased all the aircraft from The harkback Ministry of defense, financed construction of a secure aerodome-fort on an Island lake, Not far from the mirror pyramid and give full support for the 1st Harkback Aeroplane Division. Until the aerodome is finished, Zath and the rest of the pilots would train their flying skills in Renorie.<br/><br/>New Minor items:<br/>Zathel Wolhust - Daughter of The Legate<br/>Cums Wolhust - Son of the Legate, next to inherit role of legate.<br/>Morty Wolhust - Legate<br/><br/>New Major Items:<br/>1st Harkback Aeroplane Division"
8023,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=275,2015-01-16T05:04:00,New Fraulasia,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Strausberg <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23154133#p23154133"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Siege of Fort Serenity</span><br/>Amid the chaos as more and more recruits where being thrown at the front gates, Yuris and his special forces made it inside, ""Find the gunpowder and it ablaze."" The great wolf ordered as soon troops outside stopped being sent and pulled back fireing off another tank barrage on the fort to keep the enemy distracted long enough for yuri and his forces to complete there mission. <br/><br/>Meanwhile the confused forces that had shot down the Zeppelins sent men to investigate the crash, at first gunfire was all that could be heard as men open fire on fleeing men thought to be soldiers. As soon closer inspection of the crashed Zeppelins revealed they where civilian transports the military was torn on wither or not to shoot them down, finally the Czar had made his choice and ordered the guns not to fire on the Zeppelins he would not partake in shooting down unarmed craft unless he was forced to.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Fort Serenity, 2041 A.O.P.</span><br/>""We're holding."" Zolan spoke from the ramparts.<br/>""For how much longer though? They threw too much at the gates to not to be planning something."" Geiger replied,<br/>""Honestly Geiger, if the strategists here are half as observant as you, then they'll be trying to get in here for a long time.""<br/>Geiger couldn't answer, as the short break in the firing had ceased. They were back to work.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lotill, 2041 A.O.P.</span><br/>The Leto tanks were not, in fact, forgotten by Goffsill as the 2nd and newly raised 4th Infantry worked to prove. Reinforced with Artillery supplements, the 2nd and 4th established a network of posts throughout southern Goffsill territory, usually in dense vegetation or near the rivers. From here they harried the Firmi Leto divisions.<br/><br/>Item Gain for Thursday:<br/>Forces: 4th Infantry Division & Artillery"
8024,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=275,2015-01-16T05:52:00,New Strausberg,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Fraulasia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23156958#p23156958"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Strausberg <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23154133#p23154133"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Siege of Fort Serenity</span><br/>Amid the chaos as more and more recruits where being thrown at the front gates, Yuris and his special forces made it inside, ""Find the gunpowder and it ablaze."" The great wolf ordered as soon troops outside stopped being sent and pulled back fireing off another tank barrage on the fort to keep the enemy distracted long enough for yuri and his forces to complete there mission. <br/><br/>Meanwhile the confused forces that had shot down the Zeppelins sent men to investigate the crash, at first gunfire was all that could be heard as men open fire on fleeing men thought to be soldiers. As soon closer inspection of the crashed Zeppelins revealed they where civilian transports the military was torn on wither or not to shoot them down, finally the Czar had made his choice and ordered the guns not to fire on the Zeppelins he would not partake in shooting down unarmed craft unless he was forced to.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Fort Serenity, 2041 A.O.P.</span><br/> ""We're holding."" Zolan spoke from the ramparts. <br/> ""For how much longer though? They threw too much at the gates to not to be planning something."" Geiger replied,<br/> ""Honestly Geiger, if the strategists here are half as observant as you, then they'll be trying to get in here for a long time."" <br/>Geiger couldn't answer, as the short break in the firing had ceased. They were back to work. <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lotill, 2041 A.O.P.</span><br/> The Leto tanks were not, in fact, forgotten by Goffsill as the 2nd and newly raised 4th Infantry worked to prove. Reinforced with Artillery supplements, the 2nd and 4th established a network of posts throughout southern Goffsill territory, usually in dense vegetation or near the rivers. From here they harried the Firmi Leto divisions. <br/><br/>Item Gain for Thursday: <br/>Forces: 4th Infantry Division &amp; Artillery</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">23rd Iron Battalion</span><br/><br/>As the 23rd made its way quickly to the City of Light one thing rang in the soldiers minds, what was happening back at Fort Serenity? where they needed? The soldiers couldn't help but wonder as they soon tried to shrug off the feeling, along the way small villages where brought into compliance with the new rulers. In these villages peacekeeper forces known as overseers where placed, each of them men of the northern mountains as any weapons the villagers may have where sized as to prevent armed conflict. The 23rd itself thundered towards the city in an attempt to quickly bring it under the rule of Iron.<br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Fort Serenity </span><br/><br/>The guns held an Eerie quiet as Despotist forces had stopped firing, inside the fort Yuri and his wolves set about silently killing whoever was in there way to the ammunition stores. A bit of explosives was all it would take if they where lucky, outside as instructed the tank guns where to fire volleys onto the fort every 10 minutes looking to soften the defenses if Yuri and his team failed, the soldiers outside held there breath as they prepared for plan B"
8025,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=275,2015-01-16T07:03:00,G-Tech Corporation,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ruins of Larna, Southern Dominion</span><br/><br/>The translator nodded, chuckling somewhat, a response shared by his kinsmen as the words of the commander of these.. gendarmes?... were spoken by the man. None of the men had heard of this Empire of Leto, for the World-Ships had plied the air where resources were abundant, not upon the Ancient Continent. Even so, such confusion had but a simple answer. He spoke in reasonable tones, ""Well, we have returned. Your Empire shall get to know the Hegemony much better in the years to come."" Turning, Sommus spoke to Verita for a moment, and she nodded, waving to one of the men to tell the grinder to refire the engines. ""May we enter your town? We have much mapping to do, and wish to learn what has become of the lands of our ancestors."""
8026,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=275,2015-01-16T11:21:00,Pac Kindom,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23153216#p23153216"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Meanwhile, Energy and resource hungery of Harkback Industries exceed output of local mines and oil wells. The Petrol Syndicate now wishes to exploit natural resources in Foreign Countries and so they seek out resource-rich foreign nations. The Leto, The Bython and the Altarians seem to have promising reserves of resources and so the harkback wish to aquire them in exchange for finished goods. They also wish to Expand Trade with Goffsill, Which is especially profitable given the highly developed infrastructure between the 2 countries.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Bython</span><br/>With the the start of war in the north, the Cast Council look at the state of the there defence ad were very happy execpt for there air force, so they sent a requirement to there design teams for a a two-seat high-performance plane and to be of all-metal construction and with a maximum speed of 160 mph. Once one design was choosen the Demon was boren.<br/><br/>After reading a BIA report about Harback need for Oil the leaders sent Robat Dey and the BUS Freedom to make contact the hardback Cult he left with orders to make contact with there leaders and after days of avoiding the Altarian navy they approch Hardback waters they broadcasted . My name is Robat Dey form the bython union we come in pace and seek talks with your leaders,<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Item gains""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">2nd Air Fleet </span></div></div></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Bython Union""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">30<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""> <span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Agent</span> </span> (3) <br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Maelor Pritchett</span> A great inventor.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Huw Owen</span> A great Explorer.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Robat Dey </span> Most Power full of the Bython Mystics<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Forces</span></span> (8)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bython Intel Agency (BIA)</span><br/> <br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Bython Guard, Bython Foreign Legion </span><br/>100 Powered Cavalry (Tanks) <a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Renault_FT"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Renault_FT</a><br/>50,000 foot soldiers with bolt-action rifles a small 6 shot pistol and a simple knife <br/>500 The Machine Gunners armed with a belt fed machine gun cable of piercing thin Armour and a small 6 shot pistol and a simple knife.<br/>500 QF 13-pounder and 500 QF 18-pounder each crewed by three people and are armed with Armour piercing and explode anti personal rounds. Each person is also armed with a small 6 shot pistol and a simple knife. These are new units and not very accurate but highly effected when the target.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">]Bython Home Fleet, 2nd Fleet, 3rd Fleet,4th Fleet</span><br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/S-class_destroyer_&amp;#40;1916&amp;"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/S-class_de ... &amp;#40;1916&amp;</a>#41; *25<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Danae-class_cruiser"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Danae-class_cruiser</a> *20<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Renown-class_battlecruiser"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Renown-class_battlecruiser</a> * 12<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Iron_Duke-class_battleship"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Iron_Duke-class_battleship</a> * 5<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/British_L-class_submarine"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/British_L-class_submarine</a> *25<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Bython Air fleet, 2nd Air Fleet </span><br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hawker_Hart#Demon"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hawker_Hart#Demon</a> *100<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Infrastructure</span></span> (5)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Conwy</span> This town is set stride a river which flows thro the town in to the port and out to sea. Town surround the port and train station.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Caernarfon</span> A town in a valley to the west of Conwy. Town surround an central square and train station.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Borthiant</span>A town in a valley to the east of Conwy. Town surround an central square and train station.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Caer</span> An old large prison and mine complex. Now it more resembles an old Norman castle with large gray stone walls with a large temple and gardens.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cloddfa</span> A mine complex and a Town surround an central square and train station..<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Foroedd</span> This town is built next to a large bay Town surround the port and train station.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Special Infrastructure</span> (4)<br/>[b]Rheilffordd</span> These railroads connect the cities and towns of the Union. <br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bython Airfield </span> an aerodrome was built with paved runways <br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Maes Olew</span> An oil field/Refinery in the north of Bython<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Chrea Center </span> Factory . Tools, appliances, Motorbikes, Planes, Tanks, guns and Medicines, shipped all over the Union.<br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Culture</span> </span> (1)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bython Code </span> The Bythons are fare, free, people who live by the code honor thy Father, Protect the weak, be loyal to friends and family<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Magic</span> </span> (2)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Sense </span> The ability to sense the life force of the people around them.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Touch </span> The ability to inference the people around them.<br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Knowledge: </span><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">-LEVEL 1, 2</span> (All)<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">-LEVEL 3-</span></span> (6)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Combustion,Telecommunication, Flight, Organic Chemistry, Electric Lights, Electric Power</span><br/><br/>The Union is an oligarchy ruled by the Cast Council. Although there is a capital city ,Conwy the Cast Council can meet in any City. The Cast Council is made up of eight individuals, two from the 4 main Cast ,Warrior, Builder, Grower and Teacher .<br/>The Builder cast controls all types of construction mine and Manufacture and are based in Cloddfa.<br/>The Grower cast controls all types of food production and are based in Borthiant.<br/>The Warrior Cast is responsible for the safety of the and the security of the Union and are based in Conwy.<br/>The Teacher Cast is responsible for the teaching of the Union young and all research and development. They are based in Caernarfon.<br/>The Religious Cast at this time number about 10 individuals . They are based in Caer.</div></div></div>"
8027,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=275,2015-01-16T12:28:00,Levis Avara,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Infantry</span><br/>The Army had been expanded once more in order to deal with the threats of this ever more hostile World.Indeed the Iron Despotism is not to be treated without caution and Congress expects to increase military funding dramatically from what it once was has relations grow more weary.Also reluctantly the Altarian government decided that while yes they where neutral that didn't mean supplies couldn't be sent to Goffstill secretly.Especially after hearing the truth about how the War started. The Altarians controlled the inland Nova Sea which allowed for easy access and they felt morally obligated to help the poorly outmatched Goffstill so large amounts of grain,war munitions and other supplies where sent to Zadox to be sent overland to Goffstill.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Knowledge</span>:&lt;all lvl one and 2 techs&gt;<br/>Combustion,Telecommunications,Flight,Organic Chemistry,Motion Picture,Electirc Power,Electric Lights<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Forces</span><br/>Navy:<br/>1st Altarian Fleet<br/>2nd Altarian Fleet<br/>3rd Altarian Fleet<br/>4th Altarian Fleet<br/>5th Altarian Fleet<br/>Army:<br/>Tank Division<br/>1st Infantry<br/>2nd Infantry<br/>3rd Infantry<br/>4th Infantry<br/>5th Infantry<br/>Air Force:<br/>1st Air Fleet<br/>2nd Air Fleet<br/>Spy Network:<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Nova Opus</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Infrastructure</span><br/>Iberia Region<br/>Aurora City<br/>Industrial Sector<br/>Special Infrastructure: Verdia Island<br/>Orion City<br/>Leon Agricultural sector<br/>Arcea City<br/>Arvenia City<br/>New Altaria<br/>West Colonies<br/>New Avon City<br/>Island Colonies<br/>Balcor Colonies<br/>Vela City<br/>Sherman Dam<br/>Los Fierro City<br/>San Arcadia City<br/>Rhydidd City<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Culture</span><br/>Altarian Forum<br/>Altarian Dream</div></div></div>"
8028,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=300,2015-01-16T13:13:00,Cuprum,Blitz*
8029,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=300,2015-01-16T16:58:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>Levis Avara <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23160238#p23160238"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Infantry</span><br/>The Army had been expanded once more in order to deal with the threats of this ever more hostile World.Indeed the Iron Despotism is not to be treated without caution and Congress expects to increase military funding dramatically from what it once was has relations grow more weary.Also reluctantly the Altarian government decided that while yes they where neutral that didn't mean supplies couldn't be sent to Goffstill secretly.Especially after hearing the truth about how the War started. The Altarians controlled the inland Nova Sea which allowed for easy access and they felt morally obligated to help the poorly outmatched Goffstill so large amounts of grain,war munitions and other supplies where sent to Zadox to be sent overland to Goffstill.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The Supplies pass through Zadox unhindered and arrive on freight trains to Goffsill soon after, along with mails and more volunteers.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, The Slawu Aerodome, Named after a legendary man who brought Justice to the ancient harkback is nearing completion..."
8030,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=300,2015-01-16T17:55:00,United Soviet Jason Republic,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Fraulasia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23156958#p23156958"">wrote</a>:</cite> <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lotill, 2041 A.O.P.</span><br/> The Leto tanks were not, in fact, forgotten by Goffsill as the 2nd and newly raised 4th Infantry worked to prove. Reinforced with Artillery supplements, the 2nd and 4th established a network of posts throughout southern Goffsill territory, usually in dense vegetation or near the rivers. From here they harried the Firmi Leto divisions. <br/><br/></div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lotill, 2041 A.O.P.</span><br/><br/>In total nearly 40,000 Firmi troops, along with 200 tanks and nearly 150 airships or planes kept up their attack. The terrain proved to be the main obstical for the armored and artillery units and thus these resources were kept near the Leto line that ran through the country. They would push north along other roads and easier to pass infrastructure like towns or open fields, providing support for the Firmi. Above the battlefields the Leto airships and fighter/bombers attacked enemy positions. Any fortifications that were located were to receive a bombardment from the air, followed by an assault on the position. With the amount of airships and fighters this was designed to soften up the enemy, if not destroy their positions. Goffsillan railraods that came from the west were ordered to be bombed out, regardless if their was a train on the tracks, in order to prevent reinforcements from arriving or a clear avenue of retreat. The Firmi group troops were instructed to keep hidden in the terrain, moving behind hills, trees and cover in the hopes of avoiding artillery strikes. Simply the Leto strategy was to bombard the outposts and enemy positions, assault them, and continue.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Fort Serenity </span></span><br/><br/>From the south a squadron of five airships came at a high altitude and quick speed. They were ordered to aid in the taking of the fort by dropping bombs from a very high altitude onto the fortification. The ships slowly sailed through the skies from the south. They soared through the clouds that they were trying to use for cover. They would however, from time to time, poke through in order to get a visual on their target. Wind speeds were to be taken into account in the assault. As of now they looked like massive beasts sailing in the clouds, slowly approaching to rain down hell.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Ruins of Larna, Southern Dominion</span></span><br/><br/>The little boy turned to the taller, much older officer and spoke the outsiders desires to him. The officer appeared to think about the request. He quickly snapped something to another male officer who scurried back to his car, only to turn back and head down the road. The little boy giggled. ""They say you can if they accompany you. Do you know what the metal pillars are? I've always wanted to know. My teachers tell me they are for buildings but my papa tells me it is a sign from the gods. I guess you will decide that for me. Do you want to meet my dog? Gigi is so sweet! Oh and my mama! She loves to cook for guests! It is an old custom, she says. Personally i prefer it because she makes better food for other people then for me! She makes sweets!!"" The boy then kept talking but in the tongue the strangers did not understand. The police officer interrupted the boy. ""Oh, you can go now!"" the boy said, clearly very happy."
8031,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=300,2015-01-16T18:59:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>United Soviet Jason Republic <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23163493#p23163493"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Fraulasia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23156958#p23156958"">wrote</a>:</cite> <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lotill, 2041 A.O.P.</span><br/> The Leto tanks were not, in fact, forgotten by Goffsill as the 2nd and newly raised 4th Infantry worked to prove. Reinforced with Artillery supplements, the 2nd and 4th established a network of posts throughout southern Goffsill territory, usually in dense vegetation or near the rivers. From here they harried the Firmi Leto divisions. <br/><br/></div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Fort Serenity </span></span><br/><br/>From the south a squadron of five airships came at a high altitude and quick speed. They were ordered to aid in the taking of the fort by dropping bombs from a very high altitude onto the fortification. The ships slowly sailed through the skies from the south. They soared through the clouds that they were trying to use for cover. They would however, from time to time, poke through in order to get a visual on their target. Wind speeds were to be taken into account in the assault. As of now they looked like massive beasts sailing in the clouds, slowly approaching to rain down hell. <br/><br/></div></blockquote><br/><br/>On the afternoon sky above Fort Serenity, Several Squadrons of Biplanes flying in V formation popped out of a fluffy cloud, bearing no recognizable flag or Identification, aside from a Black X on their wings. They were coming from the Direction of Zadox some packed with bombs, others with machine guns. There were also 2 odd Aeroplanes. A green biplane and an oversized Red flying fortress, with 2 engines and several machine gun turrets, along with an enormous record player playing loud<a class=""postlink"" href=""https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V92OBNsQgxU"" rel=""nofollow"">Music</a>...<br/><br/>The squadron led by the Green plane detached from the rest and begun climbing up in altitude until they were high enough to see dozens of Kilometrans away. They gazed at the clouds with their binaculars, perhaps hunting for hostile air forces."
8032,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=300,2015-01-16T20:00:00,New Strausberg,"Yuris team had been given enough time and with the sound of weird planes overhead there was now no other option, 15 of the 2500 tanks sent to take the fort then advance on the city, where filled with explosives and the accelerators jammed. They where sent on a direct collision course with the fort, each tank an Arura class light tank, built for speed quickly rushed its way down towards the fort. Behind them follows nearly everyone the northern forces had brought with them some left in reserve. It was an all out charge the Depostism was done playing games and would be taken seriously.<br/><br/>Yuri seeing the final charge was fast approaching set explosives on the insides seeing as how his men had attracted little attention, blasting powder was placed near where the tanks would be hitting should they arrived and the wolves quickly made there escape. There job finished they where to head inside the actual city and wait for reinforcements to arrive.<br/><br/><br/>The 23rd armored battalion had soon began its siege on the city of light, the same ultimatum as the first was given surrender or you will die. The Depostism was eager to see if these more cultural invidiuals would be willing to spare there city and there lives. They where assured that if they surrendered the city would remain intact, however if they chose to fight the battalion would do whatever was nessicary to take the town as perorders."
8033,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=300,2015-01-16T20:39:00,New Fraulasia,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Strausberg <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23164348#p23164348"">wrote</a>:</cite>Yuris team had been given enough time and with the sound of weird planes overhead there was now no other option, 15 of the 2500 tanks sent to take the fort then advance on the city, where filled with explosives and the accelerators jammed. They where sent on a direct collision course with the fort, each tank an Arura class light tank, built for speed quickly rushed its way down towards the fort. Behind them follows nearly everyone the northern forces had brought with them some left in reserve. It was an all out charge the Depostism was done playing games and would be taken seriously.<br/><br/>Yuri seeing the final charge was fast approaching set explosives on the insides seeing as how his men had attracted little attention, blasting powder was placed near where the tanks would be hitting should they arrived and the wolves quickly made there escape. There job finished they where to head inside the actual city and wait for reinforcements to arrive. <br/><br/><br/>The 23rd armored battalion had soon began its siege on the city of light, the same ultimatum as the first was given surrender or you will die. The Depostism was eager to see if these more cultural invidiuals would be willing to spare there city and there lives. They where assured that if they surrendered the city would remain intact, however if they chose to fight the battalion would do whatever was nessicary to take the town as perorders.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Fort Serenity, 2041 A.O.P. </span><br/>With the quickening assault on the fort, the Despotist forces closed the distance between them and Serenity. With this the defenders took their cue. On the fort's radio PA system, a rather expressionless voice intoned in the Goffsill shorthand.<br/>""We have reason to believe the fort will soon be breached. Mon 5."" And lo, on a five count later, the fort's air pumps and dispensers began belching out toxins into the air around the fort's north face. Gas masked Goffsill soldiers take potshots from the ramparts, if their air is clear of Leto bombs.<br/>Speaking of aeroplanes, at this time the 2nd Skyfleet also received instructions. The squadrons, far to the north of the whole engagement, wheel back around and begin a bombing run encompassing the entire Depotist formation. The fighters fly directly around them in V-formation, ready to engage Leto craft."
8034,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=300,2015-01-16T20:57:00,Cuprum,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Fort Serenity</span><br/><br/>It was dark in the APC, and very loud. But no one was talking. All of the men had their heads down. Some were fidgeting with things like Mick. Others stared at photos. One man held a Bible in his hands, and muttered silently to himself. Near the back Mick could barely make out the large form of Greg. The big man held his large machine gun in a tight grip. Even giants were afraid of battle.<br/><br/>Mick’s hat was growing damp from the sweat on his hands. He put it on his head. The Sergeant looked over at him. Mick looked back. The rough man tapped his head with his fingers. Mick clenched his teeth. He reached up and took his hat off. Tucking it in his pocket, he used his other hand to grab his helmet. He put it on. This was it.<br/><br/>The Sergeant stood, hunching to keep from banging his helmeted head against the ceiling. He walked to the rear of the vehicle. He turned to face his men. All eyes looked at him.<br/><br/>“ALL RIGHT! LISTEN UP!” Mick could barely hear him shout over the roar of the vehicle. “YOU’RE GOING OUT IN PAIRS! ONE LEFT, ONE RIGHT! HEAD UP THE HILL, AND MEET ME AT THE BASE OF THE PERIMETER! DON’T GET KILLED!” Mick tucked that bit of advice away for safekeeping. “YOU GET OUT OF THIS VEHICLE, AND YOU RUN AS HARD AS YOU BLOODY CAN! YOU GIVE THEM HELL!”<br/><br/>Mick whimpered. He wasn’t ashamed. Across from him a large gunner had tears streaming down his face. Death wasn’t something you faced like a man. You faced it like an animal, fighting for one more breath. Mick wasn’t ready to die.<br/><br/>The vehicle groaned as the brakes locked. Mick’s shoulder dug into the man next to him as the APC came to a halt. His heart stopped. He looked towards the big doors at the back. The Sergeant had his hand on the handle.<br/><br/>“GODSPEED MEN!!” Rush on to your death.<br/><br/>Mick’s mind raced. Don’t open the door. Don’t open the door! DON’T OPEN THE DOOR!<br/><br/>The Sergeant shoved the door open. His head exploded.<br/><br/>Greg turned. His blonde hair was red. “GO!!!” He screamed.<br/><br/>The soldiers began clambering out. Another sniper round buried itself in a man’s chest. He screamed, and was pushed out to make room. He was still screaming.<br/><br/>Mick’s throat filled with bile, but he kept going. The man behind him pushed and shoved. He fell out of the APC and clambered to his feet. The trees in front of him glared hollowly. A flash. He felt the sniper round before he heard it. A buzzing, a rush of air by his ear. He screamed, and ran. He turned around and ran as hard as he could.<br/><br/>Pounding. Shouting. Rushing. He flew forward, his boots hitting dirt and rocks. He stumbled, and reached out to stop his fall. His hands landed on a green pile. It was warm. His hands came away sticky. He got up and kept running.<br/><br/>A fence! He stopped, and dropped to the dirt. Bullets zipped through the air where he just stood. He rolled over as fast as he could, turning until he could see around him. The fence had barbed wire on the top. Past the fence he could see a big field, and beyond, a wall. On the wall were bunkers. Gunfire flashed from the gaps in the gray concrete.<br/><br/>He looked to his left. Greg was flat on his belly, firing his machine gun at the bunkers and screaming at the top of his lungs. Mick had never heard him swear before.<br/>“BLOODY SAVAGES!! I’LL KILL YOU ALL!! I WILL KILL YOU!!!”<br/><br/>Mick screamed at him. Greg looked over. He began yelling and pointing at the fence, and pointing back at the APC. The charges. The sergeant had the charges.<br/><br/>Mick screamed and screamed. He pulled his gun around and began firing madly at the walls. He was dead. The sergeant had the charges. He was going to die. They weren’t going to get through. He was dead. Dead, dead, dead…."
8035,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=300,2015-01-16T21:09:00,United Soviet Jason Republic,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Fort Serenity, 2041 A.O.P. </span></span><br/><br/>The Leto airships sat quietly in the clouds over the fort. It was their time to attack. The group descended just below the cloud cover and finished their calculations for the bombardment. The command to open the bomb bay doors were opened. From the bottom of the craft barrel bombs rolled out and fell to the ground below. The payloads would detonate at the time of impact. Nearly 100 barrels were dropped onto the fort below, each laced with a combination of incendiary and explosive rounds laced with lead pelts. Once the drop was finished the ships soared back into the clouds. They prepared to defend themselves with machine guns and a squad of fighters deployed directly from the ships. Iron Despotism troops were alerted of the incoming attackers. Other calls were sent to the Leto command, informing them that enemy air units had entered the area.<br/><br/>From the south the Fourth Air riders had arrived. However, they were also in the clouds as well. In a formation similar to that of their foe the group sailed towards their enemy. They kept in the cloud cover, waiting to pounce."
8036,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=300,2015-01-16T21:19:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Fraulasia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23164685#p23164685"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Strausberg <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23164348#p23164348"">wrote</a>:</cite>Yuris team had been given enough time and with the sound of weird planes overhead there was now no other option, 15 of the 2500 tanks sent to take the fort then advance on the city, where filled with explosives and the accelerators jammed. They where sent on a direct collision course with the fort, each tank an Arura class light tank, built for speed quickly rushed its way down towards the fort. Behind them follows nearly everyone the northern forces had brought with them some left in reserve. It was an all out charge the Depostism was done playing games and would be taken seriously.<br/><br/>Yuri seeing the final charge was fast approaching set explosives on the insides seeing as how his men had attracted little attention, blasting powder was placed near where the tanks would be hitting should they arrived and the wolves quickly made there escape. There job finished they where to head inside the actual city and wait for reinforcements to arrive. <br/><br/><br/>The 23rd armored battalion had soon began its siege on the city of light, the same ultimatum as the first was given surrender or you will die. The Depostism was eager to see if these more cultural invidiuals would be willing to spare there city and there lives. They where assured that if they surrendered the city would remain intact, however if they chose to fight the battalion would do whatever was nessicary to take the town as perorders.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Fort Serenity, 2041 A.O.P. </span><br/> With the quickening assault on the fort, the Despotist forces closed the distance between them and Serenity. With this the defenders took their cue. On the fort's radio PA system, a rather expressionless voice intoned in the Goffsill shorthand.<br/>""We have reason to believe the fort will soon be breached. Mon 5."" And lo, on a five count later, the fort's air pumps and dispensers began belching out toxins into the air around the fort's north face. Gas masked Goffsill soldiers take potshots from the ramparts, if their air is clear of Leto bombs. <br/> Speaking of aeroplanes, at this time the 2nd Skyfleet also received instructions. The squadrons, far to the north of the whole engagement, wheel back around and begin a bombing run encompassing the entire Depotist formation. The fighters fly directly around them in V-formation, ready to engage Leto craft.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The Skyfleet of Goffsill is not noticed by the Squadron of Mysterious Aircraft trekking in the skies. Meanwhile, Goffsill High command recieves a telegram from Zadox. It says that enemy warplanes marked with Black X-es and carrying bombs have been spotted flying close to harkback Airspace, Heading for fort serenity with. The Exact same secret telegram is Also Sent to commanders of the Despotism and Leto."
8037,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=300,2015-01-16T21:33:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>United Soviet Jason Republic <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23164965#p23164965"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Fort Serenity, 2041 A.O.P. </span></span><br/><br/>The Leto airships sat quietly in the clouds over the fort. It was their time to attack. The group descended just below the cloud cover and finished their calculations for the bombardment. The command to open the bomb bay doors were opened. From the bottom of the craft barrel bombs rolled out and fell to the ground below. The payloads would detonate at the time of impact. Nearly 100 barrels were dropped onto the fort below, each laced with a combination of incendiary and explosive rounds laced with lead pelts. Once the drop was finished the ships soared back into the clouds. They prepared to defend themselves with machine guns and a squad of fighters deployed directly from the ships. Iron Despotism troops were alerted of the incoming attackers. Other calls were sent to the Leto command, informing them that enemy air units had entered the area.<br/><br/>From the south the Fourth Air riders had arrived. However, they were also in the clouds as well. In a formation similar to that of their foe the group sailed towards their enemy. They kept in the cloud cover, waiting to pounce.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>After almost 10 minutes of pointless flying around, The Biplane wing notices something odd about a cloud right above the fort, Unnatural objects floating at its rear and some things falling out of it and fiercly exploding when hitting the ground. The pilots signalled to one other and left formation. Their Engines roared as they begun diving with great velocity towards their fluffy target. They were expecting hostile planes to pop out at any moment, but nothing happened. One pilot begun spraying the cloud with his machine gun. Another plane, having difficulties with controlling his craft flew into the cloud. This made the first plane stop shooting. Then everybody realized that the aircrafts that bombed the fort are probably on the other side of the cloud, already making an escape and thus followed after the first plane to make a suprise attack."
8038,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=300,2015-01-17T12:35:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pac Kindom <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23159554#p23159554"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23153216#p23153216"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Meanwhile, Energy and resource hungery of Harkback Industries exceed output of local mines and oil wells. The Petrol Syndicate now wishes to exploit natural resources in Foreign Countries and so they seek out resource-rich foreign nations. The Leto, The Bython and the Altarians seem to have promising reserves of resources and so the harkback wish to aquire them in exchange for finished goods. They also wish to Expand Trade with Goffsill, Which is especially profitable given the highly developed infrastructure between the 2 countries.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Bython</span><br/>With the the start of war in the north, the Cast Council look at the state of the there defence ad were very happy execpt for there air force, so they sent a requirement to there design teams for a a two-seat high-performance plane and to be of all-metal construction and with a maximum speed of 160 mph. Once one design was choosen the Demon was boren.<br/><br/>After reading a BIA report about Harback need for Oil the leaders sent Robat Dey and the BUS Freedom to make contact the hardback Cult he left with orders to make contact with there leaders and after days of avoiding the Altarian navy they approch Hardback waters they broadcasted . My name is Robat Dey form the bython union we come in pace and seek talks with your leaders,<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Item gains""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">2nd Air Fleet </span></div></div></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Bython Union""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">30<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""> <span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Agent</span> </span> (3) <br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Maelor Pritchett</span> A great inventor.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Huw Owen</span> A great Explorer.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Robat Dey </span> Most Power full of the Bython Mystics<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Forces</span></span> (8)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bython Intel Agency (BIA)</span><br/> <br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Bython Guard, Bython Foreign Legion </span><br/>1,000 Powered Cavalry (Tanks) <a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Renault_FT"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Renault_FT</a><br/>50,000 foot soldiers with bolt-action rifles a small 6 shot pistol and a simple knife <br/>5,000 The Machine Gunners armed with a belt fed machine gun cable of piercing thin Armour and a small 6 shot pistol and a simple knife.<br/>1000 QF 13-pounder and 1000 QF 18-pounder each crewed by three people and are armed with Armour piercing and explode anti personal rounds. Each person is also armed with a small 6 shot pistol and a simple knife. These are new units and not very accurate but highly effected when the target.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">]Bython Home Fleet, 2nd Fleet, 3rd Fleet,4th Fleet</span><br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/S-class_destroyer_&amp;#40;1916&amp;"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/S-class_de ... &amp;#40;1916&amp;</a>#41; *25<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Danae-class_cruiser"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Danae-class_cruiser</a> *20<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Renown-class_battlecruiser"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Renown-class_battlecruiser</a> * 12<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Iron_Duke-class_battleship"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Iron_Duke-class_battleship</a> * 5<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/British_L-class_submarine"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/British_L-class_submarine</a> *25<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Bython Air fleet, 2nd Air Fleet </span><br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hawker_Hart#Demon"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hawker_Hart#Demon</a> *100<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Infrastructure</span></span> (5)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Conwy</span> This town is set stride a river which flows thro the town in to the port and out to sea. Town surround the port and train station.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Caernarfon</span> A town in a valley to the west of Conwy. Town surround an central square and train station.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Borthiant</span>A town in a valley to the east of Conwy. Town surround an central square and train station.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Caer</span> An old large prison and mine complex. Now it more resembles an old Norman castle with large gray stone walls with a large temple and gardens.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cloddfa</span> A mine complex and a Town surround an central square and train station..<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Foroedd</span> This town is built next to a large bay Town surround the port and train station.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Special Infrastructure</span> (4)<br/>[b]Rheilffordd</span> These railroads connect the cities and towns of the Union. <br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bython Airfield </span> an aerodrome was built with paved runways <br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Maes Olew</span> An oil field/Refinery in the north of Bython<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Chrea Center </span> Factory . Tools, appliances, Motorbikes, Planes, Tanks, guns and Medicines, shipped all over the Union.<br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Culture</span> </span> (1)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bython Code </span> The Bythons are fare, free, people who live by the code honor thy Father, Protect the weak, be loyal to friends and family<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Magic</span> </span> (2)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Sense </span> The ability to sense the life force of the people around them.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Touch </span> The ability to inference the people around them.<br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Knowledge: </span><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">-LEVEL 1, 2</span> (All)<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">-LEVEL 3-</span></span> (6)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Combustion,Telecommunication, Flight, Organic Chemistry, Electric Lights, Electric Power</span><br/><br/>The Union is an oligarchy ruled by the Cast Council. Although there is a capital city ,Conwy the Cast Council can meet in any City. The Cast Council is made up of eight individuals, two from the 4 main Cast ,Warrior, Builder, Grower and Teacher .<br/>The Builder cast controls all types of construction mine and Manufacture and are based in Cloddfa.<br/>The Grower cast controls all types of food production and are based in Borthiant.<br/>The Warrior Cast is responsible for the safety of the and the security of the Union and are based in Conwy.<br/>The Teacher Cast is responsible for the teaching of the Union young and all research and development. They are based in Caernarfon.<br/>The Religious Cast at this time number about 10 individuals . They are based in Caer.</div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/><br/>The Cult responded with a very noisy signal. Harkback radio technology wasn't the best. They said something about premission to dock in ports of Dunnrhof. in a matter of minutes, Thousands of businessman, sentinels and bystanders gathered by A lighthouse at the Dunnrhof ports, Waiting for the Bython ship to show up."
8039,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=300,2015-01-17T14:05:00,Pac Kindom,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23170636#p23170636"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>The Cult responded with a very noisy signal. Harkback radio technology wasn't the best. They said something about premission to dock in ports of Dunnrhof. in a matter of minutes, Thousands of businessman, sentinels and bystanders gathered by A lighthouse at the Dunnrhof ports, Waiting for the Bython ship to show up.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>As the BUS Freedom pulled in to Dunnrhof the crew gathered on on the top and waved to the gathered crowds, as they pulled up along the jetty Robat Dey spoke in a soft way ""Hello we have been charged to make contact with your leaders to see if we come to an arrangement too benefit us both, may i step of the ship"". As he waited for the repliy he closed his eyes and breathed deeply and reached out with his mine to try and sense the people around him and he felt suspicion, worries, fear and he smiled as in felt Hope"
8040,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=300,2015-01-17T22:03:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pac Kindom <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23171748#p23171748"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23170636#p23170636"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>The Cult responded with a very noisy signal. Harkback radio technology wasn't the best. They said something about premission to dock in ports of Dunnrhof. in a matter of minutes, Thousands of businessman, sentinels and bystanders gathered by A lighthouse at the Dunnrhof ports, Waiting for the Bython ship to show up.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>As the BUS Freedom pulled in to Dunnrhof the crew gathered on on the top and waved to the gathered crowds, as they pulled up along the jetty Robat Dey spoke in a soft way ""Hello we have been charged to make contact with your leaders to see if we come to an arrangement too benefit us both, may i step of the ship"". As he waited for the repliy he closed his eyes and breathed deeply and reached out with his mine to try and sense the people around him and he felt suspicion, worries, fear and he smiled as in felt Hope</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Leader?"" - Said one bystander - ""Yes, we can take you to him.""<br/>""No, I will show them the way!"" - Replied another man<br/>""No I!""<br/>""I WAS HERE FIRST!""<br/>The harkback aren't what they used to be... After a burlesque scene involving, ladders, boats and the cult, the Bythonians find themselves on an abandoned pier. In the distance however lies a large ""Metro"" Sign, Glowing brightly in the afternoon."
8041,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=300,2015-01-19T12:33:00,Pac Kindom,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23176921#p23176921"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Leader?"" - Said one bystander - ""Yes, we can take you to him.""<br/>""No, I will show them the way!"" - Replied another man<br/>""No I!""<br/>""I WAS HERE FIRST!""<br/>The harkback aren't what they used to be... After a burlesque scene involving, ladders, boats and the cult, the Bythonians find themselves on an abandoned pier. In the distance however lies a large ""Metro"" Sign, Glowing brightly in the afternoon.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>We been set up said one one men with Robat Dey said, he closed his eyes and breathed deeply and reached out with his mine and said i do not think so and led them towards the ""Metro"" Sign, Glowing brightly in the afternoon."
8042,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=300,2015-01-19T12:59:00,United Soviet Jason Republic,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23165128#p23165128"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>After almost 10 minutes of pointless flying around, The Biplane wing notices something odd about a cloud right above the fort, Unnatural objects floating at its rear and some things falling out of it and fiercly exploding when hitting the ground. The pilots signalled to one other and left formation. Their Engines roared as they begun diving with great velocity towards their fluffy target. They were expecting hostile planes to pop out at any moment, but nothing happened. One pilot begun spraying the cloud with his machine gun. Another plane, having difficulties with controlling his craft flew into the cloud. This made the first plane stop shooting. Then everybody realized that the aircrafts that bombed the fort are probably on the other side of the cloud, already making an escape and thus followed after the first plane to make a surprise attack.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The airships, with their attack complete, started to head towards their comrades that were approaching the fort. With their bombs depleted and task done the airships would rise up into the air to leave the cloud. Noticing music playing from planes the squadron went on high alert. The five escort planes circled the airships as they rose up and advanced towards their friendly new arrivals.<br/><br/>Coming to greet them but still several miles away the fourth airriders kept coming. They had more airships in a defensive formation high up in the air. They were strategically placed at a very high altitude so that even Leto biplanes couldn't fly close to them. The rest of the air force flew below in several V formations."
8043,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=300,2015-01-19T13:20:00,G-Tech Corporation,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Shores of the Ocean of Dawn</span><br/><br/>It was strange for the airmen to view such a large construct of metal and steel floating instead of flying. The advantages were obvious though; without the energy cost of levitation and flight, more cargo could be carried with great ease compared to even the heaviest carryall. The rivers of this land were few, but some cut all the way through the sea of sand to the west, and transporting goods from the mining complexes near Landing to these few small settlements along the coasts of the Ocean would be useful indeed. From on high the sliver of steel looked tiny, and indeed it was smaller than most carryalls, but it was a proof of concept. Other ships were being equipped with pressure hulls and a sound-radar to plumb the depths of the seas, and for some covert reconnaissance on the other civilizations of the east.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Far West of Landing</span><br/><br/>The skyrider boomed over the low scrubland and gathering forest, its scanners working overtime to try and sketch some crude map of the wild country below. This part of the world was essentially unknown to even the farthest traveled of the World-Ships, and rich with organic matter for the reaping, as well as, if the trace elements in the air were anything to go on, mineral deposits.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ruins of Larna, Southern Dominion</span><br/><br/>The translator nodded gravely to the small boy as the child babbled on happily. In truth he caught little of what the youth was speaking about; the passage of time had removed the dialect spoken by these locals far from the other sundered branch of the Old Tongue spoken by the Hegemonic soldiers. But the tone was clear enough. He was happy to see them, and eventually Sommus caught a statement about permission to enter the city. If that wasn't clear enough, the lightly armed men that had come to meet the grinder and her complement had remounted their little buzzing vehicles, and some had started driving back to the city. The fumes that were belched forth from the vehicles reminded Verita unpleasantly of an experiment with fire from her formative classes, but she didn't say anything as the grinder almost soundlessly returned to its powered-on state. Behind the honor guard of vehicles the large military transport rolled into the city, filming all about it in a thirsty grasp for understanding of what had transpired here since the Great Darkness.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Item Gains:<br/>-Force: The Silver Seas raised<br/>-Infrastructure: The Desert Strider constructed<br/>-Infrastructure: The Depth Fathoms delved<br/>-Infrastructure: The Uplink established<br/></span><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""The Landsraad Hegemony""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Agents:<br/>-Highprince Xavier Harkan: Lord of the Landsraad Hegemony and Grand Admiral of the Sky-Fleets<br/>-Techsin Verita Nyive: Acting Commander of the Eastern Expeditionary Front<br/>-Ar-Techsin Gar Nameral: Lord-Magistrate of the Blackguards<br/>Forces:<br/>-The Nightstriders: 150 Flashstrike skyriders, veteran-class. Equipped with air-to-air and overpressure weapons. <br/>-The Firth of Might: 7 Hierarch behemoths, veteran-class. Transport capacity of a full Armored Roh. <br/>-The Bulwark of Man: A great sky-ship displacing 4.5 million tonnes, she bears the Orator of the Apocalypse and five flights of Hegemon-class Needleships. Transport capacity of five Armored Fists. <br/>-The Silent Shadows: 220 Scitar-class Needleships, armed with forgot shardlaunchers and relat sabots.<br/>-The Obsidian Waves: 90 Ganter-class ornithopters.<br/>-The Sky-Breakers: 300 Flashstrike skyriders. <br/>-1st Armored Roh ""Blackguards""<br/>-1st Heavy Infantry Roh ""Groundpounders""<br/>-1st Light Infantry Roh<br/>-The Silver Seas: 15 unterships, armed with primitive torpedoes and deck shardthrowers<br/>Infrastructure:<br/>-The World-Ships: 32 immense vessels the size of small cities kept aloft by large reactor cores. Each can have up to a hundred thousand inhabitants and is fully self-sustainable, though not all are fully populated. Each has a fighter complement and AA defenses. <br/>-The Core: A truly giant world ship with ancient boring devices that can strip mine several thousand feet with ease. <br/>-Farholme: A large mining pit and the township nearby, produces large quantities of ferrous ores and React depositions.<br/>-Highmarch: A network of synthcrete roads and trains that link the Landing with the local sites, to allow the easy passage of goods and materials.<br/>-The Spires of Eternity: Immense complex of aeroponics towers north of Landing, large food output. <br/>-The Desert Strider: High-speed bulk rail line through the desert to the eastern coast.<br/>-The Depth Fathoms: A large complex of vats bored beneath landing, capable of a thousand units of production a day for a short period of time. Currently operated by the Praternum Techsina.<br/>-The Uplink: Communications spire in Landing, designed to allow communication and coordinate information from the entirety of the Hegemony.<br/>Culture:<br/>-The Word of the Devotiaries<br/>-The Nostrum of the Stars<br/>-The Graven Arch<br/>-The Onset of Night<br/>Knowledge: All Knowledge through Tier 3.<br/>Ancient Wisdom:<br/>-Force Engines<br/>-Kinetic Accelerators<br/>-Charge Capacitors<br/>-Aeroponics<br/>-Synthetic Atmosphere Manufacture<br/>-Genetic Radical Stabilization<br/>-The Vats<br/>-Cogitors<br/>-Magnetic Repulsors/Intensifiers</div></div></div>"
8044,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=300,2015-01-19T13:28:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pac Kindom <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23195168#p23195168"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23176921#p23176921"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Leader?"" - Said one bystander - ""Yes, we can take you to him.""<br/>""No, I will show them the way!"" - Replied another man<br/>""No I!""<br/>""I WAS HERE FIRST!""<br/>The harkback aren't what they used to be... After a burlesque scene involving, ladders, boats and the cult, the Bythonians find themselves on an abandoned pier. In the distance however lies a large ""Metro"" Sign, Glowing brightly in the afternoon.</div></blockquote><br/> <br/><br/>We been set up said one one men with Robat Dey said, he closed his eyes and breathed deeply and reached out with his mine and said i do not think so and led them towards the ""Metro"" Sign, Glowing brightly in the afternoon.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Dozens of people convened beneath the sign, Descending and ascending via stairways going underground, dressed in clothes very similar to one another. There were also Automobiles roaming around, Each looking exactly like the next. The people looked at the foreigners with suspicion, Some called for sentinels.<br/><br/>There was a large map of the Zadox Metroplex near the subway station, Highlighting the path of subway lines. There was one large stop named:<br/>""Town Hall""<br/>And andother:<br/>""Central Culthouse""<br/>There was also:<br/>""Syndicate Headquarters""<br/>And<br/>""General Magnetic"""
8045,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=300,2015-01-19T13:38:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>United Soviet Jason Republic <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23195487#p23195487"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23165128#p23165128"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>After almost 10 minutes of pointless flying around, The Biplane wing notices something odd about a cloud right above the fort, Unnatural objects floating at its rear and some things falling out of it and fiercly exploding when hitting the ground. The pilots signalled to one other and left formation. Their Engines roared as they begun diving with great velocity towards their fluffy target. They were expecting hostile planes to pop out at any moment, but nothing happened. One pilot begun spraying the cloud with his machine gun. Another plane, having difficulties with controlling his craft flew into the cloud. This made the first plane stop shooting. Then everybody realized that the aircrafts that bombed the fort are probably on the other side of the cloud, already making an escape and thus followed after the first plane to make a surprise attack.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The airships, with their attack complete, started to head towards their comrades that were approaching the fort. With their bombs depleted and task done the airships would rise up into the air to leave the cloud. Noticing music playing from planes the squadron went on high alert. The five escort planes circled the airships as they rose up and advanced towards their friendly new arrivals. <br/><br/>Coming to greet them but still several miles away the fourth airriders kept coming. They had more airships in a defensive formation high up in the air. They were strategically placed at a very high altitude so that even Leto biplanes couldn't fly close to them. The rest of the air force flew below in several V formations.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>As the planes left the cloud, They were surprised to find nothing in front of them. Then One pilot, who managed to fix his control problems noticed something strange on his rear-view mirror. An airship, then another ascenting from the cloud. He pulled up With their momentum from the Descent, They rocketed towards the sky. (20 seconds IC time)"
8046,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=300,2015-01-19T13:49:00,United Soviet Jason Republic,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23195872#p23195872"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>As the planes left the cloud, They were surprised to find nothing in front of them. Then One pilot, who managed to fix his control problems noticed something strange on his rear-view mirror. An airship, then another ascenting from the cloud. He pulled up With their momentum from the Descent, They rocketed towards the sky. (20 seconds IC time)</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The airships kept ascending at a faster and faster rate into the air. The roar of engines and the movement of objects attached their attention. One of the ships opened fired on their attackers. On board the crew gave the signal to the other ships, by waving flags, that they were under attack. The rest of the fleet began to peper fire around them. The five fighter craft could hear the machine gun fire and swooped around only to sight planes approaching fast. They moved to engage the others, leaving the airships to keep rising."
8047,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=300,2015-01-19T14:05:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>United Soviet Jason Republic <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23195992#p23195992"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23195872#p23195872"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>As the planes left the cloud, They were surprised to find nothing in front of them. Then One pilot, who managed to fix his control problems noticed something strange on his rear-view mirror. An airship, then another ascenting from the cloud. He pulled up With their momentum from the Descent, They rocketed towards the sky. (20 seconds IC time)</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The airships kept ascending at a faster and faster rate into the air. The roar of engines and the movement of objects attached their attention. One of the ships opened fired on their attackers. On board the crew gave the signal to the other ships, by waving flags, that they were under attack. The rest of the fleet began to peper fire around them. The five fighter craft could hear the machine gun fire and swooped around only to sight planes approaching fast. They moved to engage the others, leaving the airships to keep rising. The planes were almost at their roof altitude.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The Squadron of X planes didn't really notice the gunfire at first, Given the roar of their engines. They kept ascending at a rate of 60 feet second, hoping to eventually surpass the airships in height. Then, bullets sliced through the green plane's wings, leaving behind tiny holes. Its pilot decided to take evasive action. The rest of the planes followed. For half a minute, The squadron would go through a small cloud, Appearing 1800 feet above when leaving it, now ready to pounce on the attacking airships. The made a steep turn and headed for the 5 leto bombers."
8048,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=300,2015-01-19T14:06:00,Pac Kindom,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23195767#p23195767"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pac Kindom <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23195168#p23195168"">wrote</a>:</cite> <br/>We been set up said one one men with Robat Dey said, he closed his eyes and breathed deeply and reached out with his mine and said i do not think so and led them towards the ""Metro"" Sign, Glowing brightly in the afternoon.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Dozens of people convened beneath the sign, Descending and ascending via stairways going underground, dressed in clothes very similar to one another. There were also Automobiles roaming around, Each looking exactly like the next. The people looked at the foreigners with suspicion, Some called for sentinels. <br/><br/>There was a large map of the Zadox Metroplex near the subway station, Highlighting the path of subway lines. There was one large stop named:<br/>""Town Hall""<br/>And andother:<br/>""Central Culthouse""<br/>There was also:<br/>""Syndicate Headquarters""<br/>And<br/>""General Magnetic""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The bython group felt very exposed as they studied the subway station map and after a short talk between them self's they decided to head of too the ""Town Hall"" and after a while they got on the train. a short ride later they walked up to the front door of the ""Town Hall"" and they knocked"
8049,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=300,2015-01-19T14:18:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pac Kindom <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23196203#p23196203"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23195767#p23195767"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Dozens of people convened beneath the sign, Descending and ascending via stairways going underground, dressed in clothes very similar to one another. There were also Automobiles roaming around, Each looking exactly like the next. The people looked at the foreigners with suspicion, Some called for sentinels. <br/><br/>There was a large map of the Zadox Metroplex near the subway station, Highlighting the path of subway lines. There was one large stop named:<br/>""Town Hall""<br/>And andother:<br/>""Central Culthouse""<br/>There was also:<br/>""Syndicate Headquarters""<br/>And<br/>""General Magnetic""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The bython group felt very exposed as they studied the subway station map and after a short talk between them self's they decided to head of too the ""Town Hall"" and after a while they got on the train. a short ride later they walked up to the front door of the ""Town Hall"" and they knocked</div></blockquote><br/><br/><div align=""center"">THE TOWN HALL<br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""https://www.planet-wissen.de/politik_geschichte/deutsche_politik/bundestag/img/bt_reichstagalt_dpa_g.jpg""/></div><br/><br/>The doors opened...<br/>In the lobby, Man in suits, Almost uniform in their look save for the differently colored ties they wore sat in comfortable chairs, Drinking Carrot Juice while debating Harkback Politics underneth the bright glow of strangely shaped Electric lamps. There were also several sentinels. They walked to the foreigners and asked them to identify themselves, state their business and Walk through metal detectors."
8050,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=300,2015-01-19T17:04:00,United Soviet Jason Republic,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23196183#p23196183"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>The Squadron of X planes didn't really notice the gunfire at first, Given the roar of their engines. They kept ascending at a rate of 60 feet second, hoping to eventually surpass the airships in height. Then, bullets sliced through the green plane's wings, leaving behind tiny holes. Its pilot decided to take evasive action. The rest of the planes followed. For half a minute, The squadron would go through a small cloud, Appearing 1800 feet above when leaving it, now ready to pounce on the attacking airships. The made a steep turn and headed for the 5 leto bombers.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The airships kept shooting at their target when they went into the clouds. The order was given to increase the rate of the climb. From the side of the ships weights were cut off and allowed to fall back to the earth below. The ships kept climbing. Gunners kept an eye out for the enemy fighters. The Leto fighters would try to keep up with the rate of the air ships, only to be outpaced. They trailed behind, trying to keep their guard up for their attackers. For this half a minute the airships cut their weights and accelerated upwards. When the hostile fighters returning from the clouds the Leto airships, still rising rapidly, sprayed machine gun fire. The five fighter craft desperately tried to gain altitude to aid in the fight.<br/><br/>Approaching now was the rest of the Leto 4th Air riders. Their airships were at their maximum altitude, high above from the fighting below. They were preparing to rain down fire if they could get a clear shot. For now, they just waited. The escort of fighters however were preparing to get into the fight. Two groups of five V formation fighters were now descending from their flight roof to join the fight below."
8051,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=300,2015-01-20T08:11:00,New Strausberg,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Gas</span><br/><br/>As many brave soldiers died from the gas trap set before them everyone was in a bit of a retreat. They escalated to a safe distance from the gas and proceeded to bomb to fort to oblivion now seeing it as to much a problem to take they would settle for destroying it. All tanks open fire attempting to destroy something of importance pounding the walls with there massive guns as the battle overhead raged. Soldiers soon began to cover there faces in rags attempting to keep there lungs clean from the poisonous gas. This truly was a devastating weapon, one the Depostism would learn to utilize.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Occupation of the city of light</span><br/><br/>As little resistance was given the occupation of the city was now underway, the 23rd Battalion occupied and disarmed the population of the city. Military personal took charge and anyone who put up resistance was made an exams of, no one was killed as they risked diminishing there work force. The city was indeed amazing and wild become a jewel of the Iron Depotism. The town was equalized and most nobility where stripped of there title and workers raised up, systems put in place to pass wealth around and ensure everyone could live good lives. This was also hoped to increase growth and productivity of this new town."
8052,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=300,2015-01-20T13:43:00,Pac Kindom,"Militarization<br/>Little did the Avara know ther Navy has been serpassed and the Bython hashad been developed into one the largest in the world these ships would soon patrol and control the sea north of Bython. There spys in Avara begin to supply the roots of Avara supply convoies so 25 submarine are dispached to try and destroy ans man as they can before Avara finds out who attacking them.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Item gains""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">5th Fleet,6th Fleet</span></div></div></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Bython Union""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">32<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""> <span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Agent</span> </span> (3) <br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Maelor Pritchett</span> A great inventor.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Huw Owen</span> A great Explorer.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Robat Dey </span> Most Power full of the Bython Mystics<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Forces</span></span> (10)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bython Intel Agency (BIA)</span><br/> <br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Bython Guard, Bython Foreign Legion </span><br/>100 Powered Cavalry (Tanks) <a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Renault_FT"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Renault_FT</a><br/>50,000 foot soldiers with bolt-action rifles a small 6 shot pistol and a simple knife <br/>500 The Machine Gunners armed with a belt fed machine gun cable of piercing thin Armour and a small 6 shot pistol and a simple knife.<br/>500 QF 13-pounder and 500 QF 18-pounder each crewed by three people and are armed with Armour piercing and explode anti personal rounds. Each person is also armed with a small 6 shot pistol and a simple knife. These are new units and not very accurate but highly effected when the target.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">]Bython Home Fleet, 2nd Fleet, 3rd Fleet,4th Fleet,5th Fleet,6th Fleet</span><br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/S-class_destroyer_&amp;#40;1916&amp;"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/S-class_de ... &amp;#40;1916&amp;</a>#41; *25<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Danae-class_cruiser"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Danae-class_cruiser</a> *20<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Renown-class_battlecruiser"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Renown-class_battlecruiser</a> * 12<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Iron_Duke-class_battleship"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Iron_Duke-class_battleship</a> * 5<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/British_L-class_submarine"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/British_L-class_submarine</a> *25<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Bython Air fleet, 2nd Air Fleet </span><br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hawker_Hart#Demon"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hawker_Hart#Demon</a> *100<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Infrastructure</span></span> (5)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Conwy</span> This town is set stride a river which flows thro the town in to the port and out to sea. Town surround the port and train station.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Caernarfon</span> A town in a valley to the west of Conwy. Town surround an central square and train station.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Borthiant</span>A town in a valley to the east of Conwy. Town surround an central square and train station.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Caer</span> An old large prison and mine complex. Now it more resembles an old Norman castle with large gray stone walls with a large temple and gardens.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cloddfa</span> A mine complex and a Town surround an central square and train station..<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Foroedd</span> This town is built next to a large bay Town surround the port and train station.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Special Infrastructure</span> (4)<br/>[b]Rheilffordd</span> These railroads connect the cities and towns of the Union. <br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bython Airfield </span> an aerodrome was built with paved runways <br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Maes Olew</span> An oil field/Refinery in the north of Bython<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Chrea Center </span> Factory . Tools, appliances, Motorbikes, Planes, Tanks, guns and Medicines, shipped all over the Union.<br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Culture</span> </span> (1)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bython Code </span> The Bythons are fare, free, people who live by the code honor thy Father, Protect the weak, be loyal to friends and family<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Magic</span> </span> (2)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Sense </span> The ability to sense the life force of the people around them.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Touch </span> The ability to inference the people around them.<br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Knowledge: </span><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">-LEVEL 1, 2</span> (All)<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">-LEVEL 3-</span></span> (6)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Combustion,Telecommunication, Flight, Organic Chemistry, Electric Lights, Electric Power</span><br/><br/>The Union is an oligarchy ruled by the Cast Council. Although there is a capital city ,Conwy the Cast Council can meet in any City. The Cast Council is made up of eight individuals, two from the 4 main Cast ,Warrior, Builder, Grower and Teacher .<br/>The Builder cast controls all types of construction mine and Manufacture and are based in Cloddfa.<br/>The Grower cast controls all types of food production and are based in Borthiant.<br/>The Warrior Cast is responsible for the safety of the and the security of the Union and are based in Conwy.<br/>The Teacher Cast is responsible for the teaching of the Union young and all research and development. They are based in Caernarfon.<br/>The Religious Cast at this time number about 10 individuals . They are based in Caer.</div></div></div>"
8053,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=325,2015-01-20T14:05:00,New Strausberg,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Innovation and resupply</span>(for the 3 days I missed)<br/><br/>After word had reached the citadel about gas based weapons being used against soldiers on the fronts, scientists worked long and hard to developed special devices known as gas masks, to protect the soldiers. At first the idea was given much scrutiny but after many errors with animal test subjects the mask was perfected and quickly sent out to supply troops. Along with them came the first bomber squadron of the Iron Airforce. These men would be dropping supplies and much needed masks onto the front lines. With the wear-abouts of the Industrial fortress known only as Promyshlennost still unknown the factory was hard at work manufacturing not only masks, but more tanks, planes, and guns for the armed forces. With demand for weapons sky rocketing the mountains where becoming even more valuable to the people of the Depostism.<br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Krasnoye Solntse</span><br/>Soon a third such mountain stronghold was developed this one known as Krasnoye Solntse, or Red Sun, as it turned out the mountain wa actually a dormant volcano. Its Geothermal energy was a massive boon for the many factories soon built there. Much like its older brother Krasnoye Solntse was built with many of the same defenses as Promyshlennost, however this time the fortress was rigged with poison gas to flood the base permanently if it was taken. This would be only in scenarios where there could be no victory however and only as a final solution. The gas was to make the entire mountain uninhabitable and unusable by anyone even themselves. Along with it a massive generator was created to harness the geothermal energy of the volcano with this all factories where sent into overdrive as assembly lines worked day and night.<br/><br/><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">added: <br/><br/>Inf. Krasnoye Solntse<br/>Forces: I.A. FireBomber- escially a suicide bomber it will be loaded with explosives and at the last second the pilot ejects to saftey while his plane crashes and explodes into enemy positios.<br/>Inf. Geothermal generator</div></div></div>"
8054,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=325,2015-01-20T15:07:00,New Fraulasia,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Strausberg <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23204552#p23204552"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Gas</span><br/><br/>As many brave soldiers died from the gas trap set before them everyone was in a bit of a retreat. They escalated to a safe distance from the gas and proceeded to bomb to fort to oblivion now seeing it as to much a problem to take they would settle for destroying it. All tanks open fire attempting to destroy something of importance pounding the walls with there massive guns as the battle overhead raged. Soldiers soon began to cover there faces in rags attempting to keep there lungs clean from the poisonous gas. This truly was a devastating weapon, one the Depostism would learn to utilize.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Fort Serenity, 2041 A.O.P.</span><br/>The Despotist forces pulled back...into the bombing run of the 2nd Skyfleet. When the army retreated the gas dispensers were cut off, and when the Despotist bombardment began, the 3rd Infantry followed suit with their own guns down to the enemy position.<br/>""What's the matter? Can't take the charming Goffsill air?"" one soldier called over the ramparts.<br/>A second detachment of the 3rd Infantry are moved around, turning their attention to the 23rd Iron on Goff's Hill. The 2nd Skyfleet, completing their run, did not in fact engage the Leto and mysterious aircraft dueling in the skies above, but turned west, performed a smaller, narrower run on the 23rd, and traveled over Goffsill to a makeshift airfield on the other side of the city, there they refueled and restocked, then took off southward to reinforce Lotill, taking a circuitous route to avoid further Leto entanglements.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>New Strausberg <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23204552#p23204552"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Occupation of the city of light</span><br/><br/>As little resistance was given the occupation of the city was now underway, the 23rd Battalion occupied and disarmed the population of the city. Military personal took charge and anyone who put up resistance was made an exams of, no one was killed as they risked diminishing there work force. The city was indeed amazing and wild become a jewel of the Iron Depotism. The town was equalized and most nobility where stripped of there title and workers raised up, systems put in place to pass wealth around and ensure everyone could live good lives. This was also hoped to increase growth and productivity of this new town.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Goffsill, 2041 A.O.P.</span><br/>The population of Goffsill (the city) fled when the 23rd Iron rolled up, in fact, almost only Agents of the SHO remained in the city. When the occupation began they found themselves caught, mistaken for civilians. The relative leniency the Despotism afforded also allowed for some insurrectionist leeway. The so-called rebellion would have to wait, as the Despotists currently held the power."
8055,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=325,2015-01-20T16:24:00,New Fraulasia,"Item for Friday<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Fort Middle, 2041 A.O.P.</span><br/>While the war was raging off to the east, the 1st Skyfleet deposited the last contingent of civilians from Goffsill. Stage two of the ""Never the Last"" doctrine was in effect. Now the zeppelins began to fly reconnaissance west, stopping briefly at the Metroplex for restocking then continuing on even farther west. The point the airships stopped at seemed exceptional for their purposes. It was a mid-sized mountain, south of Ectrüs, north of a river's source and not too far from both the Inner Sea and an Outer Sea. An outpost, barely a stockaded circle of barracks, is constructed at the river's source. This is called Fort Hope<br/><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Goffsill""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Infrastructure: Fort Hope-Product of the ""Never the Last"" doctrine, and most western point of Goffsill influence.</div></div></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lotill, 2041 A.O.P</span><br/>The 2nd and 4th were painfully aware their tactics weren't working as well as they should, the Leto were just too many and held air superiority. The 2nd and 4th begin to fall back, wheeling their artillery up to the field outside Lotill. The 2nd and 4th begin fortifying themselves, digging in, building trenches and low-to-the-ground bunkers. The 1st Riverboat Fleet is substantially modified, some antiquated ships melted down, with newer guns and armor, intended for intercepting aircraft and airships. The FBIC also works within the city. They ""escort"" the population to the northern districts, where airships of the 1st Skyfleet arrive to begin moving out people to Fort Middle. At this time the 2nd Skyfleet also arrives, to bolster the city's defenses."
8056,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=325,2015-01-20T16:41:00,Levis Avara,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pac Kindom <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23207317#p23207317"">wrote</a>:</cite>Militarization<br/>Little did the Avara know ther Navy has been surpassed and the Bython hashad been developed into one the largest in the world these ships would soon patrol and control the sea north of Bython. There spys in Avara begin to supply the roots of Avara supply convoies so 25 submarine are dispached to try and destroy ans man as they can before Avara finds out who attacking them.<br/></div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Los Fierro,Balcor Colonies</span><br/>It was a sunny day in Los Fierro people enjoyed the beaches laughing,surfing,and playing and it was winter while most people in Northen Tredera where freezing their asses off,The Fierrons enjoyed a wonderful temperature of 72 degrees F and a light breeze making tons of people from the North travel here fueling the Tourism Industry.The Altarian Gov't heard that Bython had surpassed Altaria has the worlds Naval Power this was not to fear though it was certainly a concern but Altarian Industry was far superior then the Bythons and Altaria had more people has well so the margin was extremely small.More Submarines, Destroyers,and crusiers patrolled the seas to defend the colonies and the Homeland it will still be insane for Bython to invade.<br/><br/>Also unfortunatly for the Bythons they where outnumbered in their former colonies.Certainly Rhydidd was still mostly Bython but Los Fierro? and the various towns and villages that sprouted like weeds across the colonies due to Sherman Dam? which could now support a population has high has 45 million where now mostly Altarian nationally with the Colonies has diverse has they are but still most of the immigrants have no relation with Bython thus no need to rebel. Propaganda fueled sentiment against the Bythons made many young men to join the Army and Navy.<br/><br/>Also until Bython complys ships are ordered to destroy on sight."
8057,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=325,2015-01-20T19:58:00,United Soviet Jason Republic,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Outside Lotill,2041</span></span><br/><br/>The Leto army bore down on their foe, harassing their retreating foe but still pressing forward as fast as they could push. Now they were outside of this city. Miraculously their foe had managed to build defenses around their city. The 1st-4th Firmi Divisions, along with the 1st-2nd tank and three divisions of air riders were preparing for an assault on the city. The Sulitan and General Varota Al-Ada had to devise a new plan. The assault would have to be something new.<br/><br/>Their foe was hunkered in. They would have to be broken. Badly. The strike would have to come soon as the Leto forces did not want to allow their foe much time to keep building their defenses. One thing was clear. The Leto forces held a massive numbers advantage. Their foe decided to hunker in, building trenches. With this known the Sulitan devised a plan.<br/><br/>In the late hours of the day Leto artillery would open fire on the enemy line and would not pause until they could no longer see their targets. During the night, five airships would head out into the sky. Using the city lights and flares fired by artillery the ships, from a high altitude, would drop thousands of pounds of bombs onto their foe. Their goal wasn't accuracy, it was to scare their foe and damage anything they could. At the break of dawn the first and second Leto infantry divisions would ship out to surround the city. At this time the first and second Armored divisions would would roll towards the enemy trenches, followed by the third and fourth Leto infantry troops. Their goal was to surprise, surround and overwhelm their foe. In the air the Leto 1st-3rd air riders would patrol the skies to protect the early morning assault.<br/><br/><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""The Empire""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">6 (INCLUDING LEVEL 3 TECH)<br/>[Agents] Varota Al-Ada: Second cousin of Harq Al-Ada, and not directly related, Varota is a member of the Assukm tribes and represents them in the royal court. He is an avid expansionists and general. <br/><br/>[Agents] Sulitan Zensunni Yali, King of the Empire, Yali took over from his cousin in a coup against the royal family. Using the angry nomads and religious fervor he rose quickly to power, taking over the empire in a short military take over. Tribes now send representatives to the capital on a yearly basis to give their consent to him. It is now unspoken that the office of Sulitan is one headed by tribal leaders who give power to the Sulitan. <br/><br/>[Forces]First Firmi: Modern infantry division that employs rifles, machine guns, mobile AA guns, gas masks, and short range radios. The group has been reformed into a professional army that serves the Sulitan. Their tan uniforms are factory made, along with their arms, gear and other goods. <br/><br/>[Forces] Second Firmi (The Mounted Firmi): This group of warriors are trained in mounted combat. Their job is to protect the Great Railroad going north. To do this they are stationed on every train, water stop and patrol the route. These troops are trained in the northern style of combat and are drafted from the nomads. These nomads patrol the line on camel, horseback and airship.<br/><br/>[Forces] Third Firmi: Another land based military division. <br/><br/>[Forces] Fourth Firmi: Another land division. <br/><br/>[Forces] Fith Firmi: Another land division.<br/><br/>[Forces} 1st-2nd Leto Armored divisions: The first fully fledged tanks, designed to fire explosive and chemical rounds against foes. <br/><br/>[Forces] 1st Ameralite: Rebuilt from the Raiders this naval task force is compiled of dreadnoughts, destroyers and frigates updated with modern technology. The Navy has been overhauled and now serves the Sulitan like the army, no longer pirates. The task force is professional <br/><br/>[Forces] 2nd Ameralite<br/><br/>[Forces] 3rd Ameralite<br/><br/>[Forces] 1st Air Riders: A combination of airships and planes.<br/><br/>[Forces] 2nd Air Riders: A combination of airships and planes.<br/><br/>[Forces] 3rd Air Riders: A combination of airships and planes.<br/><br/>[Forces] 4th Air Riders: A combination of airships and planes.<br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The City of Leto still stands. Despite it being nearly abandoned after the old empire collapsed the large, deep ports inside of the city were returned to and inhabited again. The city has very little notable about it and stands at the mouth of the Lea river, the lifeblood of the Settled and Nomadic people.<br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The city of Kh'ara<br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The city of Akksum has been taken into the realm. The city is home to a new palace, temple and ports. Under the rule of Harq Al-Ada the city's population grew. Walls would be constructed around the city, a market place built and trade between the desert would grow. The city has a library, sprawling markets, and a palace of its own. <br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The city of Bagghar is little more than a port city and trading outpost. From the north it if the first city in which trade is brought into the Empire. Frequented by merchants it is a bustling market. From this city nomads take goods south to Akksum or Leto. <br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The Township of Southern Ameralite: These four small towns are built upon the ruins of former Ameralite cities. These towns are focused around mining and lumber trade which is then transported to the southern cities. <br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The Leto Lines have been constructed. These railroads connect the cities and towns of the Empire. They are owned by different private companies and have been granted land by the Sulitan. Now goods are traveling faster than before and the economy is booming. However Nomads find themselves less and less useful in the economy. Less honorable ones are settling due to the lines. Others struggle to make a living and are removing them selves from the economy. <br/><br/>[Infrastructure] Transcontinental Railroad. The line runs from the Iron Despotism in the north to the sandy city of Leto. The line has several stops in the empire and connects directly to existing lines. This allows for more use of the line. The line also contains telegraphs lines near by that have become the basis of fast information being sent from city to city. <br/><br/>[Infrastructure] Agamer City: This city, in the heart of the desert, is home to the countries oil refineries that have sprung up due to the discovery of oil in the inner desert. These deposits are drilled and transported to the city on rail and boat, refined, and shipped up north. The city has forces stationed in it to protect from outside raiding. The facility is vital to the new oil based economy. <br/><br/>[Infrastructure] National Grid: This power grid is supplied to every city, town and can be hooked up to by any building in the Empire. This has increased the standard of living, increased production and lead to new technological breakthroughs. The lines also contains telephone and radio lines.<br/><br/>[Infrastructure] National Road: With the Empire growing quickly and the use of cars becoming common the monarchy established the first highways systems. These are mostly used by civilians but has the benefit of allowing quick military use. <br/><br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The Township Waves: A number of towns dedicated to manufacturing. This area is supplied by the local resources and is home to a rapidly growing population.<br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The Township of Hikman: A population center of little towns. <br/><br/><br/>[Culture] The Hymes of Dar Al-Hikman, a renound art school before the collapse of the old empire have now been turned into a holy book. The school was re founded after the return of inhabitants to the city of Leto. The book comprises of hymns from the settled and nomadic people and preach respect for the desert and water. Often times the desert and ocean are referred to as being liquids, as they both seem to flow and have waves. The classic book provides the moral and civil codes of the people in the Empire. <br/><br/>[Culture] The Azhar Book: The first mass printed religious guide for the new modern era. More of a political and economic manual the book opens the society for more religious and spiritual debate. The book tries to address the issue of the collapse of nomadic lifestyle. It leaves open the question of religion. <br/><br/>[Knowledge] Engineering, Chemistry, Steam Power, Calculus, Biology, Navigation<br/><br/>Level Two<br/>[Knowledge] Physics, Railroads, Clockwork, Replaceable parts, Metleugry, Geology, Medicine/Petrochemical, Electricity,--photography--(need)<br/>Level Three<br/>[knowledge]Combustion, Electric power, Organic Chemistry Electric lights, Telecommunication, Flight</div></div></div>"
8058,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=325,2015-01-20T20:41:00,New Strausberg,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Taking the fort</span><br/><br/>As the next day dawned at Fort Serenity a larger bombardment followed by thousands so screaming soldiers each wearing gas mask charged the fort. The damage done by the few tanks that had hit the walls was more than sufficient to breach the walls. Troops stormed inside and closed the gaps starting to cut people down as they entered. The men where sent in which rifles and swords. Everyone in the fort would die for there transgression against the Depostism. Meanwhile the forces outside made there way all around advancing on the capital the flood gates had been opened and now they would feel the full wrath of Iron."
8059,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=325,2015-01-21T05:18:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>United Soviet Jason Republic <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23198524#p23198524"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23196183#p23196183"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>The Squadron of X planes didn't really notice the gunfire at first, Given the roar of their engines. They kept ascending at a rate of 60 feet second, hoping to eventually surpass the airships in height. Then, bullets sliced through the green plane's wings, leaving behind tiny holes. Its pilot decided to take evasive action. The rest of the planes followed. For half a minute, The squadron would go through a small cloud, Appearing 1800 feet above when leaving it, now ready to pounce on the attacking airships. The made a steep turn and headed for the 5 leto bombers.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The airships kept shooting at their target when they went into the clouds. The order was given to increase the rate of the climb. From the side of the ships weights were cut off and allowed to fall back to the earth below. The ships kept climbing. Gunners kept an eye out for the enemy fighters. The Leto fighters would try to keep up with the rate of the air ships, only to be outpaced. They trailed behind, trying to keep their guard up for their attackers. For this half a minute the airships cut their weights and accelerated upwards. When the hostile fighters returning from the clouds the Leto airships, still rising rapidly, sprayed machine gun fire. The five fighter craft desperately tried to gain altitude to aid in the fight.<br/><br/>Approaching now was the rest of the Leto 4th Air riders. Their airships were at their maximum altitude, high above from the fighting below. They were preparing to rain down fire if they could get a clear shot. For now, they just waited. The escort of fighters however were preparing to get into the fight. Two groups of five V formation fighters were now descending from their flight roof to join the fight below.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The X Squadron, using their momentum from the previous descend had managed to reach quiet the altitude, but they slowed down in the process. After escaping the cloud, They would head straight for the 5 bomber airships while gaining speed and returning the fire. The Green plane led the charge, being the first in the squadron. As it was about to reach the point where it would have to turn around to avoid collision, Leto machine guns penetrated its engines. Dense smoke flooded out from the rear of the plane while other bullets tattered the wings. There was little to do to avoid collision, and so the pilot tried to escape the craft in the last moment. The rest of the planes followed similar fate. One lost its wings and was violently spinning towards another airship, a third plane's pilot was shot dead and therefore had no way to change course. Mistaking the 3rd plane's actions for a heroic sacrifice decided to preform suicide attacks of their own against the remaining enemy."
8060,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=325,2015-01-21T05:22:00,New Fraulasia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Fort Middle, 2041 A.O.P.</span><br/>The old hill castle was abuzz. Goffsill had fallen, and Lotill soon to follow. Everything was full of nervous energy, but the Goffsill resolve wasn't broken. Not hardly. The 1st Skyfleet now carries information out of Lotill, schematics, literature, artwork. The plan is now to leave nothing for e invaders to get. This is unlikely. Still, hope in Hope is found, as this new fort represents the entire future of the Philosopher Kingdom.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Fort Hope, 2041 A.O.P.</span><br/>The first group of civilians arrived today, beginning to work on improving the fort and its defenses. A cluster of buildings has sprung up, barely a workers' village, but still a start.<br/><br/><br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>New Strausberg <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23211739#p23211739"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Taking the fort</span><br/><br/>As the next day dawned at Fort Serenity a larger bombardment followed by thousands so screaming soldiers each wearing gas mask charged the fort. The damage done by the few tanks that had hit the walls was more than sufficient to breach the walls. Troops stormed inside and closed the gaps starting to cut people down as they entered. The men where sent in which rifles and swords. Everyone in the fort would die for there transgression against the Depostism. Meanwhile the forces outside made there way all around advancing on the capital the flood gates had been opened and now they would feel the full wrath of Iron.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Fort Serenity, 2041 A.O.P.</span><br/>The day dawned with a push from the Despotism. The fort was breached, and the gas wasn't put on. The soldiers inside quickly established bottlenecks and choke points, at stairways, corridors, and corners, making use of the familiar ground to fend off the assault. The artillery of the 3rd, unimpeded, fires shot after shot at the retreating tanks, which are bound for the Trans-Zadoklobe swamplands."
8061,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=325,2015-01-21T12:09:00,Harkback Union,"Zadox-Goffsill line<br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""https://chuckmanchicagonostalgia.files.wordpress.com/2013/09/postcard-chicago-christmas-card-train-northwestern-2-steam-engines-hauling-freight-to-chicago-at-night-artwork-called-moonlight-departure.jpg?w=510&amp;h=349""/><br/><br/>A Train rushes through the landscape, leaving a trail of smoke and steam behind. Inside its cars, Hundreds of Harkback Passengers discuss the prospects of the dreadful war that started. Suddenly, They notice small dots on the sky. Aircraft of unknown origin, flying towards the train. A few minutes after, Explosions rip apart the long rail bridge just a few hundred meters ahead. The Breaks try their best to stop the train, but its too late. The train falls into the depths. The passengers spend their last seconds screaming and praying, before they hit the ground. The Train engine keeps on running for a few more minutes before it whistles with its last breath. Miraculously, Some survived the crash. Among them is a Zadoxian Photographer, Who has taken pictures of the wreckage and after tending to the injured, runs to the nearest town in Goffsill to ask for help."
8062,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=325,2015-01-21T13:26:00,New Strausberg,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Fraulasia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23214136#p23214136"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Fort Middle, 2041 A.O.P.</span><br/> The old hill castle was abuzz. Goffsill had fallen, and Lotill soon to follow. Everything was full of nervous energy, but the Goffsill resolve wasn't broken. Not hardly. The 1st Skyfleet now carries information out of Lotill, schematics, literature, artwork. The plan is now to leave nothing for e invaders to get. This is unlikely. Still, hope in Hope is found, as this new fort represents the entire future of the Philosopher Kingdom. <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Fort Hope, 2041 A.O.P.</span><br/> The first group of civilians arrived today, beginning to work on improving the fort and its defenses. A cluster of buildings has sprung up, barely a workers' village, but still a start. <br/><br/><br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>New Strausberg <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23211739#p23211739"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Taking the fort</span><br/><br/>As the next day dawned at Fort Serenity a larger bombardment followed by thousands so screaming soldiers each wearing gas mask charged the fort. The damage done by the few tanks that had hit the walls was more than sufficient to breach the walls. Troops stormed inside and closed the gaps starting to cut people down as they entered. The men where sent in which rifles and swords. Everyone in the fort would die for there transgression against the Depostism. Meanwhile the forces outside made there way all around advancing on the capital the flood gates had been opened and now they would feel the full wrath of Iron.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Fort Serenity, 2041 A.O.P.</span><br/> The day dawned with a push from the Despotism. The fort was breached, and the gas wasn't put on. The soldiers inside quickly established bottlenecks and choke points, at stairways, corridors, and corners, making use of the familiar ground to fend off the assault. The artillery of the 3rd, unimpeded, fires shot after shot at the retreating tanks, which are bound for the Trans-Zadoklobe swamplands.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Pressing deeper</span><br/>The Forces of the Depostism waisted little time in pressing there advantage, soon men had made there way into the gas storage facility and released everything they had on the local garrison. If they wanted a bio war they had one, the sound of rifles is all thst could be heard on the streets as tanks rushed off to other parts of the land quickly forcing there way to the Goffsill capital. There would be no rest now it is time for total victory.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The 23rd</span><br/>Meanwhile the 23rd Iron Battallion was getting ready to make follow up on leads it had heard of where all the planes had been flying to. Nothing solid had come up yet in reports from overseers but there have been rumors of a place called Fort Hope. The streets of the city of light where now crawling with overseers as a strict curfew was now in order, anyone outside after dark was jailed and questioned. Soon the 23rd would be leaving a small expedition sent to where fort hope was rumored to be, the rest sent to Fort Middle to take it and the move on."
8063,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=325,2015-01-21T14:50:00,Pac Kindom,"Delete not a dead nation<br/><br/>[spoiler=Item gains]<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">[spoiler=Bython Union]30<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""> <span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Agent</span> </span> (3) <br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Maelor Pritchett</span> A great inventor.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Huw Owen</span> A great Explorer.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Robat Dey </span> Most Power full of the Bython Mystics<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Forces</span></span> (11)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bython Intel Agency (BIA)</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Bython Guard, Bython Foreign Legion </span> (2)<br/>100 Powered Cavalry (Tanks) <a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Renault_FT"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Renault_FT</a><br/>50,000 foot soldiers, 500 The Machine Gunners, 500 QF 13-pounder and 500 QF 18-pounder <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">]Cities Guard</span> (1)<br/>50,000 foot soldiers, 5000 The Machine Gunners, 2500 QF 13-pounder and 2500 QF 18-pounder <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">]Bython Home Fleet, 2nd Fleet, 3rd Fleet,4th Fleet,5th Fleet,6th Fleet</span> (6)<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/S-class_destroyer_&amp;#40;1916&amp;"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/S-class_de ... &amp;#40;1916&amp;</a>#41; *25<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Danae-class_cruiser"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Danae-class_cruiser</a> *20<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Renown-class_battlecruiser"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Renown-class_battlecruiser</a> * 12<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Iron_Duke-class_battleship"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Iron_Duke-class_battleship</a> * 5<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/British_L-class_submarine"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/British_L-class_submarine</a> *25<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Bython Air fleet, 2nd Air Fleet </span> (2)<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hawker_Hart#Demon"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hawker_Hart#Demon</a> *100<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Infrastructure</span></span> (6)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Conwy</span> This town is set stride a river which flows thro the town in to the port and out to sea. Town surround the port and train station.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Caernarfon</span> A town in a valley to the west of Conwy. Town surround an central square and train station.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Borthiant</span>A town in a valley to the east of Conwy. Town surround an central square and train station.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Caer</span> An old large prison and mine complex. Now it more resembles an old Norman castle with large gray stone walls with a large temple and gardens.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cloddfa</span> A mine complex and a Town surround an central square and train station..<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Foroedd</span> This town is built next to a large bay Town surround the port and train station.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Foroedd</span> This town is built next to a large bay Town surround the port and train station.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Special Infrastructure</span> (4)<br/>[b]Rheilffordd</span> These railroads connect the cities and towns of the Union. <br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bython Airfield </span> an aerodrome was built with paved runways <br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Maes Olew</span> An oil field/Refinery in the north of Bython<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Chrea Center </span> Factory . Tools, appliances, Motorbikes, Planes, Tanks, guns and Medicines, shipped all over the Union.<br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Culture</span> </span> (1)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bython Code </span> The Bythons are fare, free, people who live by the code honor thy Father, Protect the weak, be loyal to friends and family<br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Knowledge: </span><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">-LEVEL 1, 2</span> (All)<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">-LEVEL 3-</span></span> (6)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Combustion,Telecommunication, Flight, Organic Chemistry, Electric Lights, Electric Power</span><br/><br/>The Union is an oligarchy ruled by the Cast Council. Although there is a capital city ,Conwy the Cast Council can meet in any City. The Cast Council is made up of eight individuals, two from the 4 main Cast ,Warrior, Builder, Grower and Teacher .<br/>The Builder cast controls all types of construction mine and Manufacture and are based in Cloddfa.<br/>The Grower cast controls all types of food production and are based in Borthiant.<br/>The Warrior Cast is responsible for the safety of the and the security of the Union and are based in Conwy.<br/>The Teacher Cast is responsible for the teaching of the Union young and all research and development. They are based in Caernarfon.<br/>The Religious Cast at this time number about 10 individuals . They are based in Caer.</div></div></div>"
8064,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=325,2015-01-21T15:50:00,Levis Avara,"""Foolish abousltuely foolish what the Bythons did"" said the President has he sipped some wine while pacing the presidential office.""Indeed New Zyras is the last nation that you want to conquer"" the Adviser said"".""Well send a message to the Bythons tell them to leave or risk the total retaliation of Altaria.<br/><br/>The conquest of New Zyras was a absolute shock and surprise to the Republic not only because of their known and fierce tenacity but also because New Zyras was thought to be much stronger then Bython apparently the Nation was in decline.Never the less this would not be tolerable by the Altarian Republic revolution was brewing and exploding in New Zyras and the Altarians didn't even have to lift a finger to cause it for it was indeed the basis of their culture.The war machine was awakened and Leon would be the grounds to move land based troops.By railway with proper timing 85,000 troops had amassed on the Eastern border along with medics,100 tanks,and 50 biplane fighters.Supply posts where set up has well to allow smooth supply flow and easier traveling.Has Revolution raged in New Zyras this war could not be easier it was even implied that the war would be over in a few weeks patriotism couldn't be higher.Meanwhile 15 submarines,10 cruisers,and 15 destroyers would make the journey has they neared the Luna ocean they where to trap the Bython ships stationed there.The Bython ships where already damaged by the New Zyras Navy.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Naval Ideology</span><br/>It was Altarias destiny to rule the seas and a new ideology had been born one that would make the Altarian Navy more powerful then ever Bythons title of largest Naval power would be short lived."
8065,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=325,2015-01-21T18:49:00,New Fraulasia,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Strausberg <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23217662#p23217662"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Pressing deeper</span><br/>The Forces of the Depostism waisted little time in pressing there advantage, soon men had made there way into the gas storage facility and released everything they had on the local garrison. If they wanted a bio war they had one, the sound of rifles is all thst could be heard on the streets as tanks rushed off to other parts of the land quickly forcing there way to the Goffsill capital. There would be no rest now it is time for total victory.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The 23rd</span><br/>Meanwhile the 23rd Iron Battallion was getting ready to make follow up on leads it had heard of where all the planes had been flying to. Nothing solid had come up yet in reports from overseers but there have been rumors of a place called Fort Hope. The streets of the city of light where now crawling with overseers as a strict curfew was now in order, anyone outside after dark was jailed and questioned. Soon the 23rd would be leaving a small expedition sent to where fort hope was rumored to be, the rest sent to Fort Middle to take it and the move on.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Fort Serenity, 2041 A.O.P.</span><br/>The forces of Goffsill wasted little time in negating any advantage. The infantrymen had trained for such an occurrence as the gas being inadvertently put on, and within the affected area, soon every Goffsill soldier was appropriately attired and resumed their fight. The corridors become a bloodbath as the 1st Infantry uses its superior numbers against the slowly-to-be-stemmed Iron Tide."
8066,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=325,2015-01-21T19:07:00,New Fraulasia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Fort Middle, 2041 A.O.P. </span><br/>The pace of movement is feverish. The amount of people transported to Fort Hope doubles almost instantaneously, forcing the airships to fly low and slow, with capacity at a peak. The evacuation of Lotill also tries to accelerate, with the majority of art and scientific work carried from the institutes and galleries. This also is sent to Fort Hope. Military plans, however, are reduced to two copies. One to go to Hope, and one to be burned in Lotill, should the worst in fact come.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Fort Hope, 2041 A.O.P. </span><br/>The population of New Goffsill has sharply increased with new shipments of civilians. The town starts to grow, definite delineation of land, and the fort also becomes larger, more able to defend the ""colony"".<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Goffsill, 2041 A.O.P.</span><br/>Several FBIC agents worked hard to ingratiate themselves with the new regime. This familiarity, while contemptible by many other Goffsill, affords them important information; soon the main force would move out soon. Behind closed doors and within masked words, the talk of insurrection begins anew."
8067,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=325,2015-01-22T06:49:00,Harkback Union,"Harkback Colonies, North Western continent.<br/><br/>From a small facility near Renorie, A Prototype Deep-water Submarine is launched. It slowly submerges and descends into the depths. On board is Rotwang and several of his best engineers and scientists. After reaching 1000 meters deep, Rotwang pulls a switch, turning on the floodlights. - ""Amazing!"" - He whispers, As he and his man peek out the front window and observe the ocean floor and its bustling wildlife. Crabs, Fish and strange creatures, Seemingly unaware of their presence roam around. - ""This place... Is full of Mysteries!"" - Says one of his engineers, As he reads the seismograph, Just planted on the ocean bed.<br/><br/>A Few weeks later, Rotwang Co Would begin Construction of a Secret Research and Production facility on the shores of Renorie. Submarines, electronics and Underwater equipment would be built here mostly.<br/><br/>Zadox Metroplex<br/><br/>Due to the paper shortage, The Zadox Press was Yet unable to bring stories of the war to the local Public. This all changed when the press realized, They can recycle old newspapers to make new ones. The News of the train disaster and the bloody war to the east finally reached the harkback public, Infuriating everyone. The Council almost passed a Trade embargo on both the Despotism and Leto, but syndicate lobby manages to prevent it from passing. They can't however prevent the steel arm act from passing and so war bonds are issued. The Bonds are sold quickly, raising enough money for the assembly and recruitment of a Harkback Expeditionary force. One division would consist of Infantry, another of Artillery and there would be a engineering division, for the task of repairing infrastructure and building makeshift fortifications. The latest formed in a matter of days, Given that everything was present. Construction of subway lines and skyscrapers halted as many workers joined high-salary positions in these new division. They were first tasked with fortifying Eastern Harkback Borders. There are also plans for construction of new navies and airfleets.<br/><br/>Canneries, Chemical plants, Instrument, Car, Aeroplane, Airship and Naval factories are retooled to produce the toys of war while designers of toasters, fireworks and electric razors begin work on new machine guns and Something to destroy hostile armor with.<br/><br/>The harkback Industry, Now geared towards arms production would request assistance from Goffsill's local residents while an emergency Radio frequency would be established with Goffsill's government to inform them of the Arrival of Harkback forces from the west.<br/><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Harkback""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Agents:<br/>Important<br/>- Mayor Ruebeck - Elected Mayor of Zadox, In charge of the city's robust infrastructure projects. Perhaps Descendant of the once respected Ruebeck family, whom according to some old brick tablets governed Zadox for an entire Millenia. <br/>- Doctor Rotwang - Not much is known about him, Except for that He is a mad scientist and emperor of Renorie, who conquered the colony with the fortune he earned from inventing photography.<br/><br/>Minor:<br/>Zathel Wolhust - Daughter of The Legate, Leader of the 1st Aeroplane division<br/>Cums Wolhust - Son of the Legate, next to inherit role of legate.<br/>Morty Wolhust - Legate<br/><br/>Forces:<br/>- The Sentinels - Guardians of the Harkback cult. They help wherever help is needed. When not patrolling the streets in search of fires and wrongdoers, they tend to the sick. Should they be called to arms, Each can be armed with a Repeater Rifle.<br/>- The Maritime Zadox - Large trade and whaling fleet, Completely unarmed but is large enough to move tens of thousands of tonnes of cargo a year from one port to another.<br/>- The Order of Rovu - Formed during the years of Isolation, A Cult specializing in the Occult. They are an underground organization operating from Zadox. They seek ancient knowledge.<br/>- 1st Harkback Aeroplane Division - Rouge air division financed by Rotwang Co. They fight for freedom above the skies of Renorie.<br/>- Zadox Sappers - A large Army engineering Corp, Responsible for defending harkback. They learn most of their tactics from Goffsill and frontline reporters.<br/><br/>Infrastructure:<br/>(WONDERS)<br/>- The Mirror Pyramid - besides the dormant mountain survived the apocalypse with little to no harm. An enormous device is housed inside which can act as both a microscope and a telescope, though not at the same time. <br/>- Libraris Apocrypha - The Library of ancient history and science. This wonder makes Ectrüs a Very popular holiday destination among those in the Metroplex<br/>(POPULATION CENTERS)<br/>- Zadox Metroplex (Counts as 3 Item) - A Huge web of cities. 70% of the harkback live here.<br/>- Dunnrhof - Part of The Zadox Metroplex. Some of Its buildings are centuries old. Relics of the past litter the streets everywhere. The city is sparsely populated and has little industry. Fishing, Agriculture in the nearby towns however is significant and Dunnrhof acts as a local trade hub.<br/>- Ectrüs - NOT PART OF THE METROPLEX. City of the west. Its weather is cold but Sunny and is home to some of the happiest harkback in all of harkback. Its also where the Libraris Apocrypha is.<br/>(ECONOMY)<br/>- The Swirling mines - In the lands north of Zadox Metroplex, Wast tunnel network spire underground, dug by the miners in search of metals. Mostly copper can be found here, but some other strange, dark metals of little practical use is also present in significant quantities. Harkback laws limit miners to work no more then 3 years in the mines and must then find other employment as Prolonged work underground lead to many diseases, both physical and mental.<br/>- Framed Fields - The land surrounding Zadox was once completely naked. Entire forests were chopped down to make room for farmland. Recently however, weather change has devastated the farmland and so biologists suggested the replanting of trees around potato fields to protect them from high-speed winds. This wasn't enough. Heavy rains and cold weather were still devastating crops so Greenhouses and canals were built to keep plants warm and protected. The upside of greenhouses was that food could be grown in them even in the winter... but they were expensive to build and maintain. The 2 balanced out relatively well.<br/>- Manufactoria - Now Part of the Zadox Metroplex (doesn't count as item here), close by the Swirling mines. Thousands of workers toil tirelessly in the factory halls to build new stuff. Pianos, Tools, Books, Furniture, Glass, Copper pipes and other construction materials are also made along with the engines, Cars, Airships and home appliances, each in a separate production unit. Logistics, once organized Organized by the cult is now taken over by Mega-companies.<br/>- The Petrol Syndicate - Including The Harkback Railroad Company and General Diesel - Massive Harkback Companies led by greedy bureaucrats who seek to expand their business for more influence in the council. Harkback Railroads is behind constructing Freight transport lines and the Ectrüs-Zadox Line while General Diesel Is the first harkback company to refine gasoline and to produce airships, Diesel Trains and automobiles. They hake a million Model-H, A slow but very Cheap and reliable car every year, Now widespread in the harkback realm.<br/>- General Magnetic Corporation - The Competitor of the Petrol Syndicate. They control most of the electricity production, Tram and subway lines. They Produce telegraphs, Electric Vehicles and Industrial machinery.<br/>- Rotwang Co. - The Largest Company of the Harkback Colony, Renorie. Uses locally produced oil to produce medicine and shoots popular films in their movie Studios.<br/>- Facility HS - Secret Naval Factory at the shores of Renorie. A Secret project is underway here.<br/>(COLONIES)<br/>- Renorie - An Independent colony Run by the mad-scientist Rotwang. Lies on the shores of the north-Western continent. Is also Home of Rotwang Co., large Medicine and Moving Picture Producer.<br/><br/>Culture:<br/>- Sentientalism - According to the old brick tablets, Sentient creatures in the world must never be harmed or extorted in any way by a fellow sentient being. Peace, Cooperation and equality therefore is mandatory. The Cult holds these Ideas sacred and educates every harkback children to respect them.<br/>- Industrialism - The harkback dream of a future of comfort and prosperity and they believe Industry is their ticket there.<br/>- Swing - A New kind of Music Played often in Yoshiwara. Its still in its early days of maturity.<br/><br/>Knowledge:<br/><br/>-LEVEL 1-<br/>Everything.<br/><br/>-LEVEL 2-<br/>Everything.<br/><br/>-LEVEL 3-<br/>Everything</div></div></div>"
8068,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=325,2015-01-22T10:31:00,Pac Kindom,"After the real initial success of the towns of bython many more people and corporations were interested in moving into the city's and setting up shops or industry. The towns were runing out of room and within the government it was becoming clear they would need two new towns. So could live near their jobs and more businesses could be set up. But also in a lucky reveal more mineral wealth was discovered.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Item gains""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Nantes, Douglas</div></div></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Bython Union""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">30<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""> <span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Agent</span> </span> (3) <br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Maelor Pritchett</span> A great inventor.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Huw Owen</span> A great Explorer.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Robat Dey </span> Most Power full of the Bython Mystics<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Forces</span></span> (11)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bython Intel Agency (BIA)</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Bython Guard, Bython Foreign Legion </span> (2)<br/>100 Powered Cavalry (Tanks) <a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Renault_FT"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Renault_FT</a><br/>50,000 foot soldiers, 500 The Machine Gunners, 500 QF 13-pounder and 500 QF 18-pounder <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">]Cities Guard</span> (1)<br/>50,000 foot soldiers, 5000 The Machine Gunners, 2500 QF 13-pounder and 2500 QF 18-pounder <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">]Bython Home Fleet, 2nd Fleet, 3rd Fleet,4th Fleet,5th Fleet,6th Fleet</span> (6)<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/S-class_destroyer_&amp;#40;1916&amp;"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/S-class_de ... &amp;#40;1916&amp;</a>#41; *25<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Danae-class_cruiser"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Danae-class_cruiser</a> *20<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Renown-class_battlecruiser"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Renown-class_battlecruiser</a> * 12<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Iron_Duke-class_battleship"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Iron_Duke-class_battleship</a> * 5<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/British_L-class_submarine"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/British_L-class_submarine</a> *25<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Bython Air fleet, 2nd Air Fleet </span> (2)<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hawker_Hart#Demon"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hawker_Hart#Demon</a> *100<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Infrastructure</span></span> (6)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Conwy</span> This town is set stride a river which flows thro the town in to the port and out to sea. Town surround the port and train station.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Caernarfon</span> A town in a valley to the west of Conwy. Town surround an central square and train station.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Borthiant</span>A town in a valley to the east of Conwy. Town surround an central square and train station.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Caer</span> An old large prison and mine complex. Now it more resembles an old Norman castle with large gray stone walls with a large temple and gardens.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cloddfa</span> A mine complex and a Town surround an central square and train station.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Foroedd</span> This town is built next to a large bay Town surround the port and train station.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Douglas</span> A Factory complex and a Town surround an central square and train station.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Nantes</span> A mine complex and a Town surround an central square and train station.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Special Infrastructure</span> (4)<br/>[b]Rheilffordd</span> These railroads connect the cities and towns of the Union. <br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bython Airfield </span> an aerodrome was built with paved runways <br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Maes Olew</span> An oil field/Refinery in the north of Bython<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Chrea Center </span> Factory . Tools, appliances, Motorbikes, Planes, Tanks, guns and Medicines, shipped all over the Union.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Culture</span> </span> (1)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bython Code </span> The Bythons are fare, free, people who live by the code honor thy Father, Protect the weak, be loyal to friends and family<br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">[b]Knowledge: </span><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">-LEVEL 1, 2, 3</span> (All)<br/>The Union is an oligarchy ruled by the Cast Council. Although there is a capital city ,Conwy the Cast Council can meet in any City. The Cast Council is made up of eight individuals, two from the 4 main Cast ,Warrior, Builder, Grower and Teacher .<br/>The Builder cast controls all types of construction mine and Manufacture and are based in Cloddfa.<br/>The Grower cast controls all types of food production and are based in Borthiant.<br/>The Warrior Cast is responsible for the safety of the and the security of the Union and are based in Conwy.<br/>The Teacher Cast is responsible for the teaching of the Union young and all research and development. They are based in Caernarfon.<br/>The Religious Cast at this time number about 10 individuals . They are based in Caer.</div></div></div>"
8069,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=325,2015-01-22T11:04:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>G-Tech Corporation <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23195676#p23195676"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Shores of the Ocean of Dawn</span><br/><br/>It was strange for the airmen to view such a large construct of metal and steel floating instead of flying. The advantages were obvious though; without the energy cost of levitation and flight, more cargo could be carried with great ease compared to even the heaviest carryall. The rivers of this land were few, but some cut all the way through the sea of sand to the west, and transporting goods from the mining complexes near Landing to these few small settlements along the coasts of the Ocean would be useful indeed. From on high the sliver of steel looked tiny, and indeed it was smaller than most carryalls, but it was a proof of concept. Other ships were being equipped with pressure hulls and a sound-radar to plumb the depths of the seas, and for some covert reconnaissance on the other civilizations of the east. <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Far West of Landing</span><br/><br/>The skyrider boomed over the low scrubland and gathering forest, its scanners working overtime to try and sketch some crude map of the wild country below. This part of the world was essentially unknown to even the farthest traveled of the World-Ships, and rich with organic matter for the reaping, as well as, if the trace elements in the air were anything to go on, mineral deposits. <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ruins of Larna, Southern Dominion</span><br/><br/>The translator nodded gravely to the small boy as the child babbled on happily. In truth he caught little of what the youth was speaking about; the passage of time had removed the dialect spoken by these locals far from the other sundered branch of the Old Tongue spoken by the Hegemonic soldiers. But the tone was clear enough. He was happy to see them, and eventually Sommus caught a statement about permission to enter the city. If that wasn't clear enough, the lightly armed men that had come to meet the grinder and her complement had remounted their little buzzing vehicles, and some had started driving back to the city. The fumes that were belched forth from the vehicles reminded Verita unpleasantly of an experiment with fire from her formative classes, but she didn't say anything as the grinder almost soundlessly returned to its powered-on state. Behind the honor guard of vehicles the large military transport rolled into the city, filming all about it in a thirsty grasp for understanding of what had transpired here since the Great Darkness. <br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Item Gains:<br/>-Force: The Silver Seas raised<br/>-Infrastructure: The Desert Strider constructed<br/>-Infrastructure: The Depth Fathoms delved<br/>-Infrastructure: The Uplink established<br/></span><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""The Landsraad Hegemony""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Agents:<br/>-Highprince Xavier Harkan: Lord of the Landsraad Hegemony and Grand Admiral of the Sky-Fleets<br/>-Techsin Verita Nyive: Acting Commander of the Eastern Expeditionary Front<br/>-Ar-Techsin Gar Nameral: Lord-Magistrate of the Blackguards<br/>Forces:<br/>-The Nightstriders: 150 Flashstrike skyriders, veteran-class. Equipped with air-to-air and overpressure weapons. <br/>-The Firth of Might: 7 Hierarch behemoths, veteran-class. Transport capacity of a full Armored Roh. <br/>-The Bulwark of Man: A great sky-ship displacing 4.5 million tonnes, she bears the Orator of the Apocalypse and five flights of Hegemon-class Needleships. Transport capacity of five Armored Fists. <br/>-The Silent Shadows: 220 Scitar-class Needleships, armed with forgot shardlaunchers and relat sabots.<br/>-The Obsidian Waves: 90 Ganter-class ornithopters.<br/>-The Sky-Breakers: 300 Flashstrike skyriders. <br/>-1st Armored Roh ""Blackguards""<br/>-1st Heavy Infantry Roh ""Groundpounders""<br/>-1st Light Infantry Roh<br/>-The Silver Seas: 15 unterships, armed with primitive torpedoes and deck shardthrowers<br/>Infrastructure:<br/>-The World-Ships: 32 immense vessels the size of small cities kept aloft by large reactor cores. Each can have up to a hundred thousand inhabitants and is fully self-sustainable, though not all are fully populated. Each has a fighter complement and AA defenses. <br/>-The Core: A truly giant world ship with ancient boring devices that can strip mine several thousand feet with ease. <br/>-Farholme: A large mining pit and the township nearby, produces large quantities of ferrous ores and React depositions.<br/>-Highmarch: A network of synthcrete roads and trains that link the Landing with the local sites, to allow the easy passage of goods and materials.<br/>-The Spires of Eternity: Immense complex of aeroponics towers north of Landing, large food output. <br/>-The Desert Strider: High-speed bulk rail line through the desert to the eastern coast.<br/>-The Depth Fathoms: A large complex of vats bored beneath landing, capable of a thousand units of production a day for a short period of time. Currently operated by the Praternum Techsina.<br/>-The Uplink: Communications spire in Landing, designed to allow communication and coordinate information from the entirety of the Hegemony.<br/>Culture:<br/>-The Word of the Devotiaries<br/>-The Nostrum of the Stars<br/>-The Graven Arch<br/>-The Onset of Night<br/>Knowledge: All Knowledge through Tier 3.<br/>Ancient Wisdom:<br/>-Force Engines<br/>-Kinetic Accelerators<br/>-Charge Capacitors<br/>-Aeroponics<br/>-Synthetic Atmosphere Manufacture<br/>-Genetic Radical Stabilization<br/>-The Vats<br/>-Cogitors<br/>-Magnetic Repulsors/Intensifiers</div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/><br/>The wast jungles of this continent was nothing like the Ameralite have seen before. Trees as tall as mountains rose from the ground, shrouding the land bellow with thick vegetation. The region was indeed rich in minerals, but also in dangers. The forests and rivers here are infested with large predators. The explorers could observe one kind, disguising themselves as boulders before pouncing on their helpless target, a smaller, furry creature. These Furry creatures live on the enormous trees and build strange towns. They don't seem very intelligent though...<br/>There are also strange stone ruins on the dark ground level, perhaps left behind by an ancient civilization."
8070,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=325,2015-01-22T14:02:00,G-Tech Corporation,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">High above Region ""Estlund', West of Landing</span><br/><br/>It was really fascinating, looking down at the profusion of life in this inland tropical jungle. Beyond the Jeweled Peaks all was lush and green, bespeaking a sea nearby that caused the rain shadow that formed the start of the Great Western Desert and the Sea of Sand. Scanners indicated aggressive concentrations of biomatter and raw minerals under the terrain here, and there seemed to be some sort of primitive tribe ranging through the vast trees. Each tree felled would provide the wood uses of a good fermenter for ages, and cheap furniture was greatly in demand in the new settled arcologies that were rising near landing. It seemed the Vats had been working hard and long, and more men meant more customers. The skyrider turned about after a lazy loop over the land, to report to his superiors aboard the<span style=""font-style: italic"">7th Highprince Atala</span>.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Off the Shores of the Central Continent</span><br/><br/>Beneath the waves, far below the occasional passing Trederan trawler and cargo ship, the untership lay. Its belly was as black as night, forged of the finest milisteel and built with the same care as the highest of the skyriders. Here with instruments half forgotten the men of the Silver Seas listened and watched, a barely perceptible radar and radio buoy their only presence on the surface. They were trying to create a comprehensive picture of what had happened in the years and centuries and millenia since the sons of the Stars had last set foot upon solid ground. All this pop music and cultural propaganda was mostly useless, but the war reports were enlightening indeed. It seemed the world had come around again to nearing the technology before the Breaking once more, and viable trade partners might be found amongst the nations that sat squatting in the ruins of the old world.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Near Altarian Colonies, Northern Border</span><br/><br/>Through the air the behemoth winged, mag-lifters bearing her bulk ponderously between cloud and sky. Reconnaissance missions had determined that Trederans had established a foothold here upon Hitherlund, and it was time to make contact, to discover what had brought them so far from their ancestral homelands. In the forward bridge men and soldiers looked at the toy cities welling up below, and the ribbons of asphalt that were the mark of man. What manner of person still walked the lands of the past?<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Item Gains:<br/>Force Raised: 2nd Heavy Infantry Roh<br/>Infrastructure Raised: The Seamouth<br/>Infrastructure Raised: The Forge of Man's Ambition<br/></span><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""The Landsraad Hegemony""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Agents:<br/>-Highprince Xavier Harkan: Lord of the Landsraad Hegemony and Grand Admiral of the Sky-Fleets<br/>-Techsin Verita Nyive: Acting Commander of the Eastern Expeditionary Front<br/>-Ar-Techsin Gar Nameral: Lord-Magistrate of the Blackguards<br/>Forces:<br/>-The Nightstriders: 150 Flashstrike skyriders, veteran-class. Equipped with air-to-air and overpressure weapons. <br/>-The Firth of Might: 7 Hierarch behemoths, veteran-class. Transport capacity of a full Armored Roh. <br/>-The Bulwark of Man: A great sky-ship displacing 4.5 million tonnes, she bears the Orator of the Apocalypse and five flights of Hegemon-class Needleships. Transport capacity of five Armored Fists. <br/>-The Silent Shadows: 220 Scitar-class Needleships, armed with forgot shardlaunchers and relat sabots.<br/>-The Obsidian Waves: 90 Ganter-class ornithopters.<br/>-The Sky-Breakers: 300 Flashstrike skyriders. <br/>-1st Armored Roh ""Blackguards""<br/>-1st Heavy Infantry Roh ""Groundpounders"", veterans<br/>-2nd Heavy Infantry Roh<br/>-1st Light Infantry Roh<br/>-The Silver Seas: 15 unterships, armed with primitive torpedoes and deck shardthrowers<br/>Infrastructure:<br/>-The World-Ships: 32 immense vessels the size of small cities kept aloft by large reactor cores. Each can have up to a hundred thousand inhabitants and is fully self-sustainable, though not all are fully populated. Each has a fighter complement and AA defenses. <br/>-The Core: A truly giant world ship with ancient boring devices that can strip mine several thousand feet with ease. <br/>-Farholme: A large mining pit and the township nearby, produces large quantities of ferrous ores and React depositions.<br/>-Highmarch: A network of synthcrete roads and trains that link the Landing with the local sites, to allow the easy passage of goods and materials.<br/>-The Spires of Eternity: Immense complex of aeroponics towers north of Landing, large food output. <br/>-The Desert Strider: High-speed bulk rail line through the desert to the eastern coast.<br/>-The Depth Fathoms: A large complex of vats bored beneath landing, capable of a thousand units of production a day for a short period of time. Currently operated by the Praternum Techsina.<br/>-The Uplink: Communications spire in Landing, designed to allow communication and coordinate information from the entirety of the Hegemony.<br/>-The Seamouth: Naval fort and shipyard, established north of the Altarian colonies for the manufacture of shipping vessels and military hardware. <br/>-The Forge of Man's Ambition: Gigantic factory complex and supporting arcologies, established slightly west of Landing near the Bejeweled Mountains. Cogitors and skilled engineers here assemble the many mechanical wonders of the Hegemony.<br/>Culture:<br/>-The Word of the Devotiaries<br/>-The Nostrum of the Stars<br/>-The Graven Arch<br/>-The Onset of Night<br/>Knowledge: All Knowledge through Tier 3.<br/>Ancient Wisdom:<br/>-Force Engines<br/>-Kinetic Accelerators<br/>-Charge Capacitors<br/>-Aeroponics<br/>-Synthetic Atmosphere Manufacture<br/>-Genetic Radical Stabilization<br/>-The Vats<br/>-Cogitors<br/>-Magnetic Repulsors/Intensifiers</div></div></div>"
8071,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=325,2015-01-22T14:07:00,New Strausberg,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Train investigation</span><br/><br/>With the swirling conspiracy of Leto shooting a harback train in the dead of night swirling, Overseers and military officials where sent to find out what happen, the area was quickly quarantined and anyone seen not in Leto, or Depostism uniforms where quickly driven away. This was a very delicate operation and needed to given the most delicate of touches, it is for this reason the Czar placed head Spymaster Zachariah in charge if the operation. He was given everything he needed and quickly began the investigation into what happen.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">23rd Main Iron Battalion</span><br/><br/>The 23rd quickly made its way for fort middle, its job was to hit it from behind and make its way to the capital. Making few stops it wasn't long before they arrived and began the assault on the rear side of the fort. With little time to spare everyone was in a rush to grab as much as they could. The iron was hot and the Depostism would continue to strike.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">added: agent: spymaster Zachariah </span>"
8072,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=325,2015-01-22T14:40:00,Pac Kindom,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23196372#p23196372"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><br/><div align=""center"">THE TOWN HALL<br/><br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""https://www.planet-wissen.de/politik_geschichte/deutsche_politik/bundestag/img/bt_reichstagalt_dpa_g.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div><br/><br/>The doors opened... <br/>In the lobby, Man in suits, Almost uniform in their look save for the differently colored ties they wore sat in comfortable chairs, Drinking Carrot Juice while debating Harkback Politics underneth the bright glow of strangely shaped Electric lamps. There were also several sentinels. They walked to the foreigners and asked them to identify themselves, state their business and Walk through metal detectors.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>As the bython group walked through the metal detectors. and the lead man said ""We are from a nation from the south could Bython and my name is Robat Dey and these are my aides are leaders send there greeting and hope to open diplomatic and economic relations with your nation. we here you are in need of oil and air planes. We are happy to offer some plans and are help in building them we call it the Hawfinch . All we ask is your help in opening diplomatic relations with the Altarian Republic ""<br/><br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hawker_Hawfinch"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hawker_Hawfinch</a>"
8073,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=325,2015-01-22T15:27:00,Levis Avara,"<blockquote><div><cite>G-Tech Corporation <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23229439#p23229439"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">High above Region ""Estlund', West of Landing</span><br/><br/>It was really fascinating, looking down at the profusion of life in this inland tropical jungle. Beyond the Jeweled Peaks all was lush and green, bespeaking a sea nearby that caused the rain shadow that formed the start of the Great Western Desert and the Sea of Sand. Scanners indicated aggressive concentrations of biomatter and raw minerals under the terrain here, and there seemed to be some sort of primitive tribe ranging through the vast trees. Each tree felled would provide the wood uses of a good fermenter for ages, and cheap furniture was greatly in demand in the new settled arcologies that were rising near landing. It seemed the Vats had been working hard and long, and more men meant more customers. The skyrider turned about after a lazy loop over the land, to report to his superiors aboard the <span style=""font-style: italic"">7th Highprince Atala</span>.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Off the Shores of the Central Continent</span><br/><br/>Beneath the waves, far below the occasional passing Trederan trawler and cargo ship, the untership lay. Its belly was as black as night, forged of the finest milisteel and built with the same care as the highest of the skyriders. Here with instruments half forgotten the men of the Silver Seas listened and watched, a barely perceptible radar and radio buoy their only presence on the surface. They were trying to create a comprehensive picture of what had happened in the years and centuries and millenia since the sons of the Stars had last set foot upon solid ground. All this pop music and cultural propaganda was mostly useless, but the war reports were enlightening indeed. It seemed the world had come around again to nearing the technology before the Breaking once more, and viable trade partners might be found amongst the nations that sat squatting in the ruins of the old world.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Near Altarian Colonies, Northern Border</span><br/><br/>Through the air the behemoth winged, mag-lifters bearing her bulk ponderously between cloud and sky. Reconnaissance missions had determined that Trederans had established a foothold here upon Hitherlund, and it was time to make contact, to discover what had brought them so far from their ancestral homelands. In the forward bridge men and soldiers looked at the toy cities welling up below, and the ribbons of asphalt that were the mark of man. What manner of person still walked the lands of the past?<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Item Gains:<br/>Force Raised: 2nd Heavy Infantry Roh<br/>Infrastructure Raised: The Seamouth<br/>Infrastructure Raised: The Forge of Man's Ambition<br/></span><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""The Landsraad Hegemony""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Agents:<br/>-Highprince Xavier Harkan: Lord of the Landsraad Hegemony and Grand Admiral of the Sky-Fleets<br/>-Techsin Verita Nyive: Acting Commander of the Eastern Expeditionary Front<br/>-Ar-Techsin Gar Nameral: Lord-Magistrate of the Blackguards<br/>Forces:<br/>-The Nightstriders: 150 Flashstrike skyriders, veteran-class. Equipped with air-to-air and overpressure weapons. <br/>-The Firth of Might: 7 Hierarch behemoths, veteran-class. Transport capacity of a full Armored Roh. <br/>-The Bulwark of Man: A great sky-ship displacing 4.5 million tonnes, she bears the Orator of the Apocalypse and five flights of Hegemon-class Needleships. Transport capacity of five Armored Fists. <br/>-The Silent Shadows: 220 Scitar-class Needleships, armed with forgot shardlaunchers and relat sabots.<br/>-The Obsidian Waves: 90 Ganter-class ornithopters.<br/>-The Sky-Breakers: 300 Flashstrike skyriders. <br/>-1st Armored Roh ""Blackguards""<br/>-1st Heavy Infantry Roh ""Groundpounders"", veterans<br/>-2nd Heavy Infantry Roh<br/>-1st Light Infantry Roh<br/>-The Silver Seas: 15 unterships, armed with primitive torpedoes and deck shardthrowers<br/>Infrastructure:<br/>-The World-Ships: 32 immense vessels the size of small cities kept aloft by large reactor cores. Each can have up to a hundred thousand inhabitants and is fully self-sustainable, though not all are fully populated. Each has a fighter complement and AA defenses. <br/>-The Core: A truly giant world ship with ancient boring devices that can strip mine several thousand feet with ease. <br/>-Farholme: A large mining pit and the township nearby, produces large quantities of ferrous ores and React depositions.<br/>-Highmarch: A network of synthcrete roads and trains that link the Landing with the local sites, to allow the easy passage of goods and materials.<br/>-The Spires of Eternity: Immense complex of aeroponics towers north of Landing, large food output. <br/>-The Desert Strider: High-speed bulk rail line through the desert to the eastern coast.<br/>-The Depth Fathoms: A large complex of vats bored beneath landing, capable of a thousand units of production a day for a short period of time. Currently operated by the Praternum Techsina.<br/>-The Uplink: Communications spire in Landing, designed to allow communication and coordinate information from the entirety of the Hegemony.<br/>-The Seamouth: Naval fort and shipyard, established north of the Altarian colonies for the manufacture of shipping vessels and military hardware. <br/>-The Forge of Man's Ambition: Gigantic factory complex and supporting arcologies, established slightly west of Landing near the Bejeweled Mountains. Cogitors and skilled engineers here assemble the many mechanical wonders of the Hegemony.<br/>Culture:<br/>-The Word of the Devotiaries<br/>-The Nostrum of the Stars<br/>-The Graven Arch<br/>-The Onset of Night<br/>Knowledge: All Knowledge through Tier 3.<br/>Ancient Wisdom:<br/>-Force Engines<br/>-Kinetic Accelerators<br/>-Charge Capacitors<br/>-Aeroponics<br/>-Synthetic Atmosphere Manufacture<br/>-Genetic Radical Stabilization<br/>-The Vats<br/>-Cogitors<br/>-Magnetic Repulsors/Intensifiers</div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">New Zyras</span><br/>After the Bythons left it was apparent that the Zyrasian Republic was in shambles.The land was in ruins by the Bythons and it became a economic burden to run the Zyrasian Empire.So has a token of good will New Zyras sold various island colonies and Siochanna to Altaria since Altaria was economically capable of running these territories the rest of New Zyras was left intact.The Republic invests heavily to improve infrastructure and get the nation to its former prosperity.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Various Island Colonies,Siochanna</div></div></div><br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Sanora Province,Northern border</span><br/>Unlike the rest of the Continent the Altarian Colonies where green.Trees and grasslands where common now. advances in chemical science improved the soil and canals and Sherman Dam turned this land into a beauty. The Ameralite had came a little westwards of Los Fierro City the tall skyscrapers and seemingly never ending city and wide highways with heavy traffic stretched behind the scene. The land was hilly and palm trees blew in the wind. Boy did the media went to a frenzy over what was happening.Helicopters, cars and News reporters came in a large crowds came to see the sight.It was all done on a poor mans avocado farm.When word reached the provincial capitol a diplomat was sent to talk to the foreigners.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">2nd Contact</span><br/>Diplomat Taurus was amazed and scared somewhat of the event.The Mighty Amerlite the Worlds Hegemony who established dominance across nearly every continent indeed he had heard stories has a child of the people whose strong walls defended the wide expanse of their mighty Empire.Still he smiled for the cameras and walked confidently to where he would meet the foreigners police with guns where sent to in case things got messy."
8074,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=325,2015-01-22T15:41:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pac Kindom <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23229856#p23229856"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23196372#p23196372"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><br/><div align=""center"">THE TOWN HALL<br/><br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""https://www.planet-wissen.de/politik_geschichte/deutsche_politik/bundestag/img/bt_reichstagalt_dpa_g.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div><br/><br/>The doors opened... <br/>In the lobby, Man in suits, Almost uniform in their look save for the differently colored ties they wore sat in comfortable chairs, Drinking Carrot Juice while debating Harkback Politics underneth the bright glow of strangely shaped Electric lamps. There were also several sentinels. They walked to the foreigners and asked them to identify themselves, state their business and Walk through metal detectors.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>As the bython group walked through the metal detectors. and the lead man said ""We are from a nation from the south could Bython and my name is Robat Dey and these are my aides are leaders send there greeting and hope to open diplomatic and economic relations with your nation. we here you are in need of oil and air planes. We are happy to offer some plans and are help in building them we call it the Hawfinch . All we ask is your help in opening diplomatic relations with the Altarian Republic ""<br/><br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hawker_Hawfinch"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hawker_Hawfinch</a></div></blockquote><br/><br/>The Introduction turned many heads in the lobby. The words ""Oil"" and ""Aircraft"" stirred fierce debate. Businessman of all sorts stormed the delegates and it wasn't very long before the first trade vessels set course for Bython. The only question was, what the bython wanted in return for their goods and resources...<br/>They all hoped cold, hard credits is the answer, with which the bython could by anything the Harkback ahd to offer..."
8075,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=325,2015-01-22T15:44:00,G-Tech Corporation,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Sanora Province, Northern Border</span><br/><br/>The behemoth had descended to land on its struts, each of which was as large as grinder. Eight stories tall and as broad as two battleships, the armored craft was one of the bulwarks of the Hegemon, and in time of need could carry a full Roh into battle with their armaments and supplies. In its hold the Groundpounders sat in their harnesses and at weapons emplacements; protocol could not predict the reaction of the denizens of this land to the Hegemony's assertion of sovereignty, and the Ar-Techsin up on the blister was prepared for any eventuality. On the ground below the formal gangplank had been lowered to the earth from beneath the belly of the beast, and a small part of ten men and women descended it with care, their slate-gray greatcoats a sharp juxtaposition with the riot of greenery around the landing site.<br/><br/>It seemed the natives had turned out to greet them. A representative was making his way towards the end point of the gangway, were steel met earth, and there were many individuals in an outfit which the expeditionary force had accorded as that of local peace officers in their transmission. At the fore of the delegation walked Brightlord Aram resplendent in his white military slacks and overcoat, chest decorated with the bronze star of his office. After the five minute walk down from the underbelly of the vessel, the Brightlord looked over the assemblage of natives and spoke, his deep sonorous tones being translated into Old Amerali by a Techsin who stood at his side.<br/><br/>""I am Brightlord Aram, representative of the High Lord and First Voice of the Landsraad Hegemony. I have returned, and seek a meeting of minds with those who have established themselves upon this corner of the earth."""
8076,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=325,2015-01-22T16:11:00,Levis Avara,"<blockquote><div><cite>G-Tech Corporation <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23230595#p23230595"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Sanora Province, Northern Border</span><br/><br/>The behemoth had descended to land on its struts, each of which was as large as grinder. Eight stories tall and as broad as two battleships, the armored craft was one of the bulwarks of the Hegemon, and in time of need could carry a full Roh into battle with their armaments and supplies. In its hold the Groundpounders sat in their harnesses and at weapons emplacements; protocol could not predict the reaction of the denizens of this land to the Hegemony's assertion of sovereignty, and the Ar-Techsin up on the blister was prepared for any eventuality. On the ground below the formal gangplank had been lowered to the earth from beneath the belly of the beast, and a small part of ten men and women descended it with care, their slate-gray greatcoats a sharp juxtaposition with the riot of greenery around the landing site. <br/><br/>It seemed the natives had turned out to greet them. A representative was making his way towards the end point of the gangway, were steel met earth, and there were many individuals in an outfit which the expeditionary force had accorded as that of local peace officers in their transmission. At the fore of the delegation walked Brightlord Aram resplendent in his white military slacks and overcoat, chest decorated with the bronze star of his office. After the five minute walk down from the underbelly of the vessel, the Brightlord looked over the assemblage of natives and spoke, his deep sonorous tones being translated into Old Amerali by a Techsin who stood at his side.<br/><br/>""I am Brightlord Aram, representative of the High Lord and First Voice of the Landsraad Hegemony. I have returned, and seek a meeting of minds with those who have established themselves upon this corner of the earth.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Greetings"" Taurus said shaking the mans hand strongly and frowning at this guest for his abruptness.""You are in the Altarian Republic,and yes our leaders can meet you in Los Fierro.<br/><br/>A black limousine came adorned with the white and blue Altarain flag a white star in a blue square on the far left and blue and white stripes representing the number of provinces in the Republic.Has a News cast recorded the historic event a female anarchist with black hair and purple dyed streaks and a nose ring pushed thru the crowds and pointed to the foreigners ""AMERAlITE BLOODY AMERALITE!!! they caused the Fall, the end of the World you have to believe me they are EVIL""!! Most Altarians didn't know the truth didn't even know who these strange people where and threw the rebellious girl away has insane guards took her away from the scene.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">To Los Fierro</span><br/>""I apologize for what just happened but has you can see any nation has its psychos"" Has the limo pulled closer to the city it passed wealthy neighborhoods and the Bellwood sign,until it reached a government building in Windsor Central the governor and many politicians sat at a long table."
8077,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=325,2015-01-22T18:05:00,G-Tech Corporation,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Los Fierros, Northern Border</span><br/><br/>The Brightlord nodded, a bemused smile flickering across his face. ""Indeed, psychos. The mere fact that your people remember the history of two millenia is impressive. The Altarian Republic you say? From what bloodlines do your kin spring, ambassador?"" Under his greatcoat the commander's meshamail flexed comfortably as he shifted in his seat. The confines of this vehicle were spacious, but its diesel fumes stank in the nostrils of the representative of the Hegemony. As the vehicle whizzed south towards the center of these colonies Aram nodded to his aide, who began speaking with her throat-mike, silently taking notes on the encounter itself, the vestments of these Altarians, even the make of the buildings and the car itself. The thirst for data of the Praternum was unquenchable before the Light, and these earthwalkers were a entirely new ecosystem for study. They appeared to be communally governed, and capable of reasonable feats of engineering as adjudged by their city centers and the irrigation present for anyone to see."
8078,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=350,2015-01-22T18:55:00,Levis Avara,"<blockquote><div><cite>G-Tech Corporation <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23232226#p23232226"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Los Fierros, Northern Border</span><br/><br/>The Brightlord nodded, a bemused smile flickering across his face. ""Indeed, psychos. The mere fact that your people remember the history of two millenia is impressive. The Altarian Republic you say? From what bloodlines do your kin spring, ambassador?"" Under his greatcoat the commander's meshamail flexed comfortably as he shifted in his seat. The confines of this vehicle were spacious, but its diesel fumes stank in the nostrils of the representative of the Hegemony. As the vehicle whizzed south towards the center of these colonies Aram nodded to his aide, who began speaking with her throat-mike, silently taking notes on the encounter itself, the vestments of these Altarians, even the make of the buildings and the car itself. The thirst for data of the Praternum was unquenchable before the Light, and these earthwalkers were a entirely new ecosystem for study. They appeared to be communally governed, and capable of reasonable feats of engineering as adjudged by their city centers and the irrigation present for anyone to see.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Los Fierro</span><br/>Taurus smiled and nodded his head.""Yes our kin,the majority of the colonist in this territory descend from Arcea I was born and raised here but my ancestors come from Genoa Arcea"". ""Otherwise the colony is actually very ethnically diverse"".Has rush hour began the streets became clogged with cars.""Yes we are a republic indeed our Nation spans the globe centered in Arcea Island some would call us a Empire but empires are too ancient wouldn't you agree""? ""We're really a Federation all lands in Altaria have freedom and work for the greater good"".The Limousine came onto the Highway miraculous it wasn't has congested has it usually is.""Now tell me about the Landsarrd Hegemony how did the descendants of the Ameralite come halfway across the Globe?"""
8079,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=350,2015-01-22T20:07:00,Levis Avara,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Senate ratifies War bill</span><br/>Yes the Senate declared war on the Iron Despotism this oppressive slave bearing Empire.Indeed Congress feared what a strong Iron Despotism would be like and of course Altaria had to act in order to defend their interests in the region,so the War Machine bursts to life a Corps of 100,000 troops strong amass on the border along with 100 tanks and 120 biplanes utilizing the Harckback Infrastructure the Altarian Forces are transported to the Battle Front."
8080,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=350,2015-01-23T07:59:00,New Strausberg,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Creation of the Eastern Hegemony </span><br/><br/>With the death of the last Sultain of Leto, the Depostism not wanting to lose its largest ally decided to join the two nations together, this involved Czar Ivan the Great's Marrige to the daughter of the last Leto Sultain. With the combining of empire a ceasefire was called with all partipants of the war. The Czar had also invited the leaders of all participating nations to meet in Goffsill for this special occasion at time time all Depostist advances where halted to show they where serious about the ceasefire. Extra security was added to Goffsill however in the event that something should happen, the Czar's who had mostly stayed secluded in the mountain stronghold of the Citadel made himself public for the first time in centuries. This was the hope to show that things could change with this new leadership. The Czars wife however went to attend her fathers funeral in the old Leto capital, for saftey purposes she was placed under guard by several of Yuri's wolves while the great wolf himself stood guard over the Czar.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Annexation of Leto empire into the Iron Depostism, result the creation of the Eastern Hegemony</div></div></div>"
8081,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=350,2015-01-23T09:17:00,Pac Kindom,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23230564#p23230564"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pac Kindom <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23229856#p23229856"">wrote</a>:</cite>As the bython group walked through the metal detectors. and the lead man said ""We are from a nation from the south could Bython and my name is Robat Dey and these are my aides are leaders send there greeting and hope to open diplomatic and economic relations with your nation. we here you are in need of oil and air planes. We are happy to offer some plans and are help in building them we call it the Hawfinch . All we ask is your help in opening diplomatic relations with the Altarian Republic ""<br/><br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hawker_Hawfinch"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hawker_Hawfinch</a></div></blockquote><br/><br/>The Introduction turned many heads in the lobby. The words ""Oil"" and ""Aircraft"" stirred fierce debate. Businessman of all sorts stormed the delegates and it wasn't very long before the first trade vessels set course for Bython. The only question was, what the bython wanted in return for their goods and resources...<br/>They all hoped cold, hard credits is the answer, with which the bython could by anything the Harkback ahd to offer...</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Robat Dey turned to head person and said ""trade men can sort out the price for the oil but credits and gold will always help"" as he finish talk he opened his brief case and pull out a technical manale. ""will you help in opening diplomatic relations with the Altarian Republic """
8082,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=350,2015-01-23T15:40:00,Levis Avara,Deleted
8083,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=350,2015-01-23T17:42:00,New Fraulasia,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Strausberg <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23237667#p23237667"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Creation of the Eastern Hegemony </span><br/><br/>With the death of the last Sultain of Leto, the Depostism not wanting to lose its largest ally decided to join the two nations together, this involved Czar Ivan the Great's Marrige to the daughter of the last Leto Sultain. With the combining of empire a ceasefire was called with all partipants of the war. The Czar had also invited the leaders of all participating nations to meet in Goffsill for this special occasion at time time all Depostist advances where halted to show they where serious about the ceasefire. Extra security was added to Goffsill however in the event that something should happen, the Czar's who had mostly stayed secluded in the mountain stronghold of the Citadel made himself public for the first time in centuries. This was the hope to show that things could change with this new leadership. The Czars wife however went to attend her fathers funeral in the old Leto capital, for saftey purposes she was placed under guard by several of Yuri's wolves while the great wolf himself stood guard over the Czar.<br/></div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Across Goffsill territory, 2041 A.O.P.</span><br/>The reaction of the union of Leto and Iron was a shock of the highest caliber. Captain Ederdeen, at Fort Serenity, is said to have nearly died from a heart attack at the implications of that particular statement. What bewildered the Goffsill at Fort Serenity and at the besieged Fort Middle was the next announcement: That the new Eastern Hegemony was calling a ceasefire, and opening a negotiation at Goffsill. FBIC agents attempt to have themselves infiltrate the accords, but security is tight, the Wolves themselves come from Fort Serenity. At Lotill, the camps of the 2nd and 4th Infantry, until then in grim acceptance of death, break out in celebration."
8084,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=350,2015-01-23T21:33:00,Levis Avara,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Unity with New Zyras</span><br/>The Nation cheered has New Zyras and Altaria had decided to join together. After the Altarians helped pushed the Bythons out of New Zyras relations<br/>where very high a free trade agreement was signed and a regional currency was made.Has relations bolstered it became clear that in order to survive more readily in this world a Unification would had to be made sense this world had became quite multi polar the Republics where merged and the borders of Altaria expanded eastwards."
8085,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=350,2015-01-24T02:30:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Strausberg <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23229484#p23229484"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Train investigation</span><br/><br/>With the swirling conspiracy of Leto shooting a harback train in the dead of night swirling, Overseers and military officials where sent to find out what happen, the area was quickly quarantined and anyone seen not in Leto, or Depostism uniforms where quickly driven away. This was a very delicate operation and needed to given the most delicate of touches, it is for this reason the Czar placed head Spymaster Zachariah in charge if the operation. He was given everything he needed and quickly began the investigation into what happen.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">23rd Main Iron Battalion</span><br/><br/>The 23rd quickly made its way for fort middle, its job was to hit it from behind and make its way to the capital. Making few stops it wasn't long before they arrived and began the assault on the rear side of the fort. With little time to spare everyone was in a rush to grab as much as they could. The iron was hot and the Depostism would continue to strike. <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">added: agent: spymaster Zachariah </span></div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>Aside from a huge pile of rubble, wrecked train cars and corpses, There wasn't much surrounding the site of the disaster, except for a crashed aeroplane a few kilometers away. On its wings was an X marking. The corpse of the pilot was nowhere to be found...<br/><br/>Meanwhile, Harkback Forces gathered at the borders just a few dozen kilometrans away. The first harkback army consisting of the 3 newest divisions, fresh out of training. Unaware of the prospects for peace, the army would march into western Goffsill in a matter of hours. A radio broadcast informing the people of Goffsill about friendly harkback troops entering their nation to help their war effort was made prior to the operation.<br/><br/>Added:<br/>The 1st Ectrüs infantry division<br/>The 1st Manufacto artilery division"
8086,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=350,2015-01-24T09:59:00,Pac Kindom,"The Stao'nonxizil<br/><br/>After not hearing any thing form there fiends the Stao'nonxizil for years they found the nation. was in shambles.The land was in ruins The Union brings food and goods and invests heavily to improve infrastructure and get the nation to its former prosperity. The two nations grew closer its started with a free trade agreement, later by a regional currency. It was decided that the only way to survive Altarians imperialism was Unification. Both Nations cheered aas Stao'nonxizil and Bython join together.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Item gains""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Merger of Stao'nonxizil into the Bython, result the creation of the southern Union</div></div></div>"
8087,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=350,2015-01-24T12:59:00,New Fraulasia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23247359#p23247359"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Meanwhile, Harkback Forces gathered at the borders just a few dozen kilometrans away. The first harkback army consisting of the 3 newest divisions, fresh out of training. Unaware of the prospects for peace, the army would march into western Goffsill in a matter of hours. A radio broadcast informing the people of Goffsill about friendly harkback troops entering their nation to help their war effort was made prior to the operation.<br/><br/>Added:<br/>The 1st Ectrüs infantry division<br/>The 1st Manufacto artilery division</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Western Gofferin province, 2041 A.O.P.</span><br/>The Harkback troops, while their intentions and means were the purest in the minds of many Goffsill, were unaware of the ceasefire called. A radio transmission was sent from Fort Middle on the wartime Goffline frequency to the camps of the 1st Ectrüs, telling them of the Eastern Hegemony's creation and the possibility of peace. Also, the 1st Skyfleet sends a fast courier airship, unobtrusive in the sky and moving quickly across the Goffline plain to escort the Harkback to a similarly unobtrusive location, to which it is believed the new Hegemony's soldiers will not go.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Fort Serenity, 2041 A.O.P.</span><br/>As the politicians begin to do their blustering in Goffsill, the 1st and 3rd begin to repair and clean the fort. The dead are buried and hallways are cleared, the debris and loose material moved outside. The gas dispensors are fixed as the first, and the air grows cleaner and calmer. The artillery of the 3rd is wheeled into the fort, to try to dispell fears from the new Hegemony of malicious intent."
8088,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=350,2015-01-24T16:34:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Fraulasia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23252052#p23252052"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23247359#p23247359"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Meanwhile, Harkback Forces gathered at the borders just a few dozen kilometrans away. The first harkback army consisting of the 3 newest divisions, fresh out of training. Unaware of the prospects for peace, the army would march into western Goffsill in a matter of hours. A radio broadcast informing the people of Goffsill about friendly harkback troops entering their nation to help their war effort was made prior to the operation.<br/><br/>Added:<br/>The 1st Ectrüs infantry division<br/>The 1st Manufacto artilery division</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Western Gofferin province, 2041 A.O.P.</span><br/> The Harkback troops, while their intentions and means were the purest in the minds of many Goffsill, were unaware of the ceasefire called. A radio transmission was sent from Fort Middle on the wartime Goffline frequency to the camps of the 1st Ectrüs, telling them of the Eastern Hegemony's creation and the possibility of peace. Also, the 1st Skyfleet sends a fast courier airship, unobtrusive in the sky and moving quickly across the Goffline plain to escort the Harkback to a similarly unobtrusive location, to which it is believed the new Hegemony's soldiers will not go. <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Fort Serenity, 2041 A.O.P.</span><br/>As the politicians begin to do their blustering in Goffsill, the 1st and 3rd begin to repair and clean the fort. The dead are buried and hallways are cleared, the debris and loose material moved outside. The gas dispensors are fixed as the first, and the air grows cleaner and calmer. The artillery of the 3rd is wheeled into the fort, to try to dispell fears from the new Hegemony of malicious intent.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The harkback soldiers recieve the signal just in time. They decide to stay on high alert regardless and begin diggin in just in case the war breaks out once more. A Battalion arrives at the site of the train disaster, Where they find that the area is swarming with despotist forces. They go in regardless to repair the damaged bridge as soon as possible.<br/><br/>The harkback delegation traveling aboard the Goffsill airship includes 3 Rather uncanny figures, Carrying several large briefcases<br/><br/>Meanwhile in Zadox, High-level officials meet to discuss the formation of the ""United Harkback Cities"". The war effort has brought the cities close together and now they wish to form a military and political alliance. A President would be elected through a democratic process, Involving every harkback citizen. He would become the chief of foreign affars of the UHC while internal matters would remain in control of the Cult, The City councils and the ""Captains of Industry"". Profits of Harkback corporations engaged in Weapons production are expected to soar as UHC advocates a ""New era of Peace and Security"" in the world..."
8089,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=350,2015-01-24T18:06:00,Levis Avara,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Imperialism</span><br/>The demand for more land was still growing and settlers from Los Andreas where pushing Congress to annex the lands of Harndar .So by the will of the Senate the Harndar where forced to accept some decisions.When war broke out to conquer the territories since the leaders of course refused with joining the Federation the Republic declared war,and with superior technology the lands are soon annexed.The people where primitive so the land was advanced railroads,and roads constructed between the mines,towns and farms the behemoth miners carving into the land to find precious metals and to utilize the wealth of this land.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Harndar Colonies</div></div></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Centauri Continent</span>(Jungle Continent)<br/>Amazing was all the explorers could say when they came to continent the rich and almost endless jungles that behneath them held countless treasures Centauri was just beginning to be explored.Samples are taken to study and they take note of the lands hosting very dangerous and hostile fauna indeed many are killed.Soon the furry tribes who dwell in primitive hut villages are discovered a amazing scientific discovery with some forcefully taken to Arcea to be studied but then safely returned.The explorers continue to study these strange creatures....<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ancient Ruins</span>(New Agent: Neo Thalia)<br/>""Shut you're jacked face Neo now looked what you've done!"" ""Where lost because of you!"" Robert said ""Can you calm the fuck down and let me think goddammit probably woke every Atar (Wookie) within a mile here!"" Neo said ""Yeah whatever just get it over with"" ""Finally something intelligent came out your mouth today"". Neo took a deep breath the jungle was driving them insane Robert was usually the calm and content one but weeks away from the comforts of civilization could do that to you.Neos eyes turned egg white has he used his gift the glow to notice and see things that normal human beings can't he saw reds,blues all patterns that showed the way glowing in a grey environment and sensed the feelings of the past with strong empathy he walked the path following it and Robert soon caught up until they came.....<br/><br/>They just stood amazed beyond belief then they shouted,laughed and cheered hugging and jumping Robert screamed ""You did it by God you did!!"" ""Yeah who has a jacked face now?"" "" Do you know the implications this discover will show? Your're a bloody genius I'd kiss you if you had tits"".They soon explore some more not knowing what would happen<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Neo Thalia descendant of Zea Thalia famous explorer in the 1900s he has a rare gift the glow only 0.001 just a couple thousand out of millions have the gift in Altaria this excels him in exploring</div></div></div>"
8090,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=350,2015-01-24T20:13:00,New Strausberg,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23254947#p23254947"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Fraulasia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23252052#p23252052"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Western Gofferin province, 2041 A.O.P.</span><br/> The Harkback troops, while their intentions and means were the purest in the minds of many Goffsill, were unaware of the ceasefire called. A radio transmission was sent from Fort Middle on the wartime Goffline frequency to the camps of the 1st Ectrüs, telling them of the Eastern Hegemony's creation and the possibility of peace. Also, the 1st Skyfleet sends a fast courier airship, unobtrusive in the sky and moving quickly across the Goffline plain to escort the Harkback to a similarly unobtrusive location, to which it is believed the new Hegemony's soldiers will not go. <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Fort Serenity, 2041 A.O.P.</span><br/>As the politicians begin to do their blustering in Goffsill, the 1st and 3rd begin to repair and clean the fort. The dead are buried and hallways are cleared, the debris and loose material moved outside. The gas dispensors are fixed as the first, and the air grows cleaner and calmer. The artillery of the 3rd is wheeled into the fort, to try to dispell fears from the new Hegemony of malicious intent.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The harkback soldiers recieve the signal just in time. They decide to stay on high alert regardless and begin diggin in just in case the war breaks out once more. A Battalion arrives at the site of the train disaster, Where they find that the area is swarming with despotist forces. They go in regardless to repair the damaged bridge as soon as possible.<br/><br/>The harkback delegation traveling aboard the Goffsill airship includes 3 Rather uncanny figures, Carrying several large briefcases<br/><br/>Meanwhile in Zadox, High-level officials meet to discuss the formation of the ""United Harkback Cities"". The war effort has brought the cities close together and now they wish to form a military and political alliance. A President would be elected through a democratic process, Involving every harkback citizen. He would become the chief of foreign affars of the UHC while internal matters would remain in control of the Cult, The City councils and the ""Captains of Industry"". Profits of Harkback corporations engaged in Weapons production are expected to soar as UHC advocates a ""New era of Peace and Security"" in the world...</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Crash site</span><br/><br/>By the time harback troops had arrived most everything had been stripped of the plane, espically the pilot who's native origin was still under investigation, the plane had nearly been picked clean as most machines the Depostism encountered had a habit of being recycled into newer war machines. The parts and body had been shipped back to the Citadel with the Spymaster, the train itself was also sent back little machinery ever did go untouched by the great smiths of the East.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Goffsil</span><br/><br/>Things where made ready and everyone was busy, security got tighter and tighter by the day. Soon an entire battalion was stationed inside the cities many houses, nothing could be allowed to go wrong, the Czar would later be rejoined with his wife and he wanted to make sure he was alive. Soldiers patrolled almost every hour a guard even stationed inside the sewers. Yuri even brought in special wolves thst had been trained for highly sensitive smells, they could track nearly anything.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Fort Serenity</span><br/>Outside the fort and around the walls engineers began stripping apart tanks that had fallen. There parts where sent back Promyshlennost where they would be used for better tank and machines. Nothing was waisted even ammo was dug up and reused the metal was still good. With so much work ahead of them it was hard to believe all that had happen, and now it was time to rebuild what they could."
8091,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=350,2015-01-24T20:30:00,G-Tech Corporation,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Exfil Point Saar, Naltarra, Ausralis</span><br/><br/>The rumble of repulsors was a constant drone in the air, one not even the blasting of the fog-horn aboard the oceangoing ship could dispel entirely. Since the exploration teams had crossed the Narrow Sea to begin the categorization of Ausralis, Naltarra had been rising slowly but surely from these raining soft hills, a scar of steel and concrete on the formerly pristine landscape. From the halls of the Landsraad the edicts had come thick and fast to expedite the construction of such a forward base, for the sheer organic matter this landmass contained would prove a boon indeed after the temperate forests, highlands, and deserts of Hitherlund. Already patrols had established a ring of outposts stretching from the verdant plains into the scrublands and thick forests of the wet continent, and contact with the locals had proved peaceful enough. Settlers arrived every day from the Depth Fathoms, raised by the Praternum and flashed to be productive members of the society rapidly developing here on the fringes of the new world.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Los Fierros</span><br/><br/>Brightlord Aram nodded to his aide, and returned to conversation with the Altarian representative. ""A federation you say? What scale does your federation operate on?"" He waved a hand towards the window, his black-clad hands indicating the town of Los Fierros. ""Is this metropolis politically independent of old Arcea?"" The Hegemonic man chuckled slightly when the Altarian mentioned the Dominion. ""You know your history well, for a diplomat of the current times. But to correlate the Hegemony with our forebearers is a touch out of date; we have roamed the sky for two thousand years, and are now as far sundered from the Dominion as the Dominion was sundered from the stone-wielding tribes of old Mara. As for how we came here, well, that is a more difficult matter to explain. We could speak of genetic factors urging new blood, or the depletion of archaic mineral sites, or rare earths required for the continuation of society. But you'd be better put talking to a Techsin, one who actually understands such matters.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Map Coords Dis-Ral-Tarnet, Ausralis</span><br/><br/>The Exfil team shone torches down into the stony sinkhole, and grimaced to a man. ""Dragon Echo Tango, this is Exfil Team Callsign Jaran. Located the first of the recorded basalt ruins at Coords D-R-T, forty clicks south-south-west of Outpost Twenty-Seven. Will record, datalog, and upload. Schedule contact for an hour, and protocol hard-drop requested."" The static ran over the airwaves for a bit as the crystals reverberated, sending the invisible radiation back to the waiting recievers aboard the grinder some five klicks away. Still barely working, the uplinks were handy, but could be volatile. Eventually the set hummed on the back of the soldier, crackling out grainy acknowledgements. One by one the troopers prepared their droplines, securing them to trees and nearby rock outcroppings. Three men would stay above to relay transmissions and monitor descent cables, while seven dropped into the bowels of the earth that this yawning maw led to.<br/><br/>Down they went, into the abyss, lights shining as the primitive recorder lapped up all the optical signals it could get.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Item Gains:<br/>Infrastructure Raised: Niebelung<br/>Infrastructure Raised: Naltarra<br/></span><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""The Landsraad Hegemony""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Agents:<br/>-Highprince Xavier Harkan: Lord of the Landsraad Hegemony and Grand Admiral of the Sky-Fleets<br/>-Techsin Verita Nyive: Acting Commander of the Eastern Expeditionary Front<br/>-Ar-Techsin Gar Nameral: Lord-Magistrate of the Blackguards<br/>Forces:<br/>-The Nightstriders: 150 Flashstrike skyriders, veteran-class. Equipped with air-to-air and overpressure weapons. <br/>-The Firth of Might: 7 Hierarch behemoths, veteran-class. Transport capacity of a full Armored Roh. <br/>-The Bulwark of Man: A great sky-ship displacing 4.5 million tonnes, she bears the Orator of the Apocalypse and five flights of Hegemon-class Needleships. Transport capacity of five Armored Fists. <br/>-The Silent Shadows: 220 Scitar-class Needleships, armed with forgot shardlaunchers and relat sabots.<br/>-The Obsidian Waves: 90 Ganter-class ornithopters.<br/>-The Sky-Breakers: 300 Flashstrike skyriders. <br/>-1st Armored Roh ""Blackguards""<br/>-1st Heavy Infantry Roh ""Groundpounders"", veterans<br/>-2nd Heavy Infantry Roh<br/>-1st Light Infantry Roh<br/>-The Silver Seas: 15 unterships, armed with primitive torpedoes and deck shardthrowers<br/>Infrastructure:<br/>-The World-Ships: 32 immense vessels the size of small cities kept aloft by large reactor cores. Each can have up to a hundred thousand inhabitants and is fully self-sustainable, though not all are fully populated. Each has a fighter complement and AA defenses. <br/>-The Core: A truly giant world ship with ancient boring devices that can strip mine several thousand feet with ease. <br/>-Farholme: A large mining pit and the township nearby, produces large quantities of ferrous ores and React depositions.<br/>-Highmarch: A network of synthcrete roads and trains that link the Landing with the local sites, to allow the easy passage of goods and materials.<br/>-The Spires of Eternity: Immense complex of aeroponics towers north of Landing, large food output. <br/>-The Desert Strider: High-speed bulk rail line through the desert to the eastern coast.<br/>-The Depth Fathoms: A large complex of vats bored beneath landing, capable of a thousand units of production a day for a short period of time. Currently operated by the Praternum Techsina.<br/>-The Uplink: Communications spire in Landing, designed to allow communication and coordinate information from the entirety of the Hegemony.<br/>-The Seamouth: Naval fort and shipyard, established north of the Altarian colonies for the manufacture of shipping vessels and military hardware. <br/>-The Forge of Man's Ambition: Gigantic factory complex and supporting arcologies, established slightly west of Landing near the Bejeweled Mountains. Cogitors and skilled engineers here assemble the many mechanical wonders of the Hegemony.<br/>-Niebelung: A citadel-town on the western shores of Hiterlund, and a large shipping complex.<br/>-Naltarra: The first Hegemony settlement on the shores of Ausralis, and a military research compound with some of the top minds assigned by the Landsraad to biological research.<br/>Culture:<br/>-The Word of the Devotiaries<br/>-The Nostrum of the Stars<br/>-The Graven Arch<br/>-The Onset of Night<br/>Knowledge: All Knowledge through Tier 3.<br/>Ancient Wisdom:<br/>-Force Engines<br/>-Kinetic Accelerators<br/>-Charge Capacitors<br/>-Aeroponics<br/>-Synthetic Atmosphere Manufacture<br/>-Genetic Radical Stabilization<br/>-The Vats<br/>-Cogitors<br/>-Magnetic Repulsors/Intensifiers</div></div></div>"
8092,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=350,2015-01-25T08:39:00,Pac Kindom,"Jungle Continent<br/><br/>Exploreers are send Jungle Continent ot the west in search of new Medicineds ad the ledary seven cities of gold as the futher they went in to the Jungle the more samples were taken back to Bython to study Many teams sen in to the Jungle never return due to the to the very dangerous and hostile fauna.<br/>Team one led Huw Owen has explored more ad deeper than the others combinded and then one early morning they been following a small path when the trees start's to thin and the lead man shouts ""Come quick we found some"" the others ran to get to him Huw then said ""it No City of Gold but WOW we found some thing better.<br/><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Bython Union""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""> <span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Agent</span> </span> <br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Maelor Pritchett</span> A great inventor.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Huw Owen</span> A great Explorer.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Robat Dey </span> Most Power full of the Bython Mystics<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Forces</span></span> (11)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bython Intel Agency (BIA)</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Bython Guard, Bython Foreign Legion </span> (2)<br/>100 Powered Cavalry (Tanks) <a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Renault_FT"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Renault_FT</a><br/>50,000 foot soldiers, 500 The Machine Gunners, 500 QF 13-pounder and 500 QF 18-pounder <br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">]Cities Guard</span> <br/>110,000 foot soldiers, 11,00 The Machine Gunners, 5,500 QF 13-pounder and 5,500 QF 18-pounder <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">]Bython Home Fleet, 2nd Fleet, 3rd Fleet,4th Fleet,5th Fleet,6th Fleet</span> (6)<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/S-class_destroyer_&amp;#40;1916&amp;"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/S-class_de ... &amp;#40;1916&amp;</a>#41; *25<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Danae-class_cruiser"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Danae-class_cruiser</a> *20<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Renown-class_battlecruiser"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Renown-class_battlecruiser</a> * 12<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Iron_Duke-class_battleship"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Iron_Duke-class_battleship</a> * 5<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/British_L-class_submarine"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/British_L-class_submarine</a> *25<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Bython Air fleet, 2nd Air Fleet </span> <br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hawker_Hart#Demon"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hawker_Hart#Demon</a> *150<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Infrastructure</span></span> <br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Conwy</span> This town is set stride a river which flows thro the town in to the port and out to sea. Town surround the port and train station.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Caernarfon</span> A town in a valley to the west of Conwy. Town surround an central square and train station.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Borthiant</span>A town in a valley to the east of Conwy. Town surround an central square and train station.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Caer</span> An old large prison and mine complex. Now it more resembles an old Norman castle with large gray stone walls with a large temple and gardens.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cloddfa</span> A mine complex and a Town surround an central square and train station.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Foroedd</span> This town is built next to a large bay Town surround the port and train station.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Douglas</span> A Factory complex and a Town surround an central square and train station.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Nantes</span> A mine complex and a Town surround an central square and train station.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Zon'friex</span> Once a collection of underground vaults and now has became a bustling city with a labyrinth made of roads and corridors that connect to districts <br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Ar'forgual Aerodrome</span> The first city that is made outside of the city of Zon'frex. It is a nexus for the Stao'nonxizil's own airships <br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Gyr'flow[b] Known as the deepest fissure in the lands that the Stao'nonxizil have occupied and the riches of its mineral wealth. This is also the town that has rested on the very walls and the homesteads that have settled on the valley itself.<br/><br/>[b]<span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Special Infrastructure</span> </span> <br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Rheilffordd</span> These railroads connect the cities and towns of the Union. <br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bython Airfield </span> an aerodrome was built with paved runways <br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Maes Olew</span> An oil field/Refinery in the north of Bython<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Chrea Center </span> Factory . Tools, appliances, Motorbikes, Planes, Tanks, guns and Medicines, shipped all over the Union.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Culture</span> </span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bython Code </span> The Bythons are fare, free, people who live by the code honor thy Father, Protect the weak, be loyal to friends and family<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Magic</span> </span><br/>Sense The ability to sense the life force of the people around them.<br/>Touch The ability to inference the people around them.<br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">[b]Knowledge: </span><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">-LEVEL 1, 2, 3</span> (All)<br/><br/>The Union is an oligarchy ruled by the Cast Council. Although there is a capital city ,Conwy the Cast Council can meet in any City. The Cast Council is made up of eight individuals, two from the 4 main Cast ,Warrior, Builder, Grower and Teacher .<br/>The Builder cast controls all types of construction mine and Manufacture and are based in Cloddfa.<br/>The Grower cast controls all types of food production and are based in Borthiant.<br/>The Warrior Cast is responsible for the safety of the and the security of the Union and are based in Conwy.<br/>The Teacher Cast is responsible for the teaching of the Union young and all research and development. They are based in Caernarfon.<br/>The Religious Cast at this time number about 10 individuals . They are based in Caer.</div></div></div>"
8093,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=350,2015-01-25T09:17:00,Levis Avara,"<blockquote><div><cite>G-Tech Corporation <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23257881#p23257881"">wrote</a>:</cite>[b<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Los Fierros</span><br/><br/>Brightlord Aram nodded to his aide, and returned to conversation with the Altarian representative. ""A federation you say? What scale does your federation operate on?"" He waved a hand towards the window, his black-clad hands indicating the town of Los Fierros. ""Is this metropolis politically independent of old Arcea?"" The Hegemonic man chuckled slightly when the Altarian mentioned the Dominion. ""You know your history well, for a diplomat of the current times. But to correlate the Hegemony with our forebearers is a touch out of date; we have roamed the sky for two thousand years, and are now as far sundered from the Dominion as the Dominion was sundered from the stone-wielding tribes of old Mara. As for how we came here, well, that is a more difficult matter to explain. We could speak of genetic factors urging new blood, or the depletion of archaic mineral sites, or rare earths required for the continuation of society. But you'd be better put talking to a Techsin, one who actually understands such matters.""<br/></div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Well our scale is quite massive three branches the Judaical,Legislature,and Executive share power among each other "" .The Federation spans three continents so you can imagine how difficult it can be running a democratic order that large , indeed difficult but not impossible communications are up to date so it is a working and efficient enough system"",also yes Los Fierro and the rest of Sanora are self autonomous to a degree but Federal law is the supreme law of the land"".He smiled and nodded we really have much to learn about each other perhaps we can have a dossier agreement where our scholars and your teschin can exchange information?"".<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Windisor Central </span><br/>The greco roman government building stood overlooking the square barricades blocked the media frenzy cameras flashing and reporters spat out questions at the diplomat and Hegemonic the Diplomat answered a few of the questions then looked at his silver watch and guided him into the building.Inside the polished and elegant room diplomats and the governor debating Altarian politics until they came.The governor smiled and got up to shake the Landsarrd and diplomats hand.""Welcome Aram I believe get your self comfortable now do you like your tea white or black?Some tea ,fancy mini cakes,and chocolate truffles where served .After questions and answers where exchanged business was soon discussed ""So now would you like to discuss the terms of a peace treaty and a trade agreement""?the governer asked"
8094,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=350,2015-01-26T13:31:00,Pac Kindom,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ancient Ruins</span><br/><br/><br/>Team one led Huw Owen slowly head in too the town they began to walking passed houses shaped like mountains they finely reach a square in front of an temple beaning made of four layers. he turn to the others and said ""Rember the mission we meet back here in an hour"""
8095,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=350,2015-01-26T15:21:00,Surestan,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The wall of Djidaruak, Hassha Desert</span></span><br/>The sodiers were patrolling the tallest battlements of the wall, guns ready if any intruder tried to get in. The scorching heat and the constant desert, littered occassionally by a couple of adobe villages made the job a very tedious one. And most soldiers were just sitting inside the towers, drinking water, chatting, playing cards or just taking a nap.<br/>The wall was incredibly tall, and it's hard to belive that it was built in the short time it was built. 30 meters high, surrounding the whole lake and surrounding areas.<br/>Omar was looking at the desert, filled with incomessurable boredom. The sun was falling on the horizon, ending again another quiet day in the desert. What a suprise.<br/>Then, he saw five raiders, covered in robes used to travel in the desert, and carrying green flags. They were not raiders but scouts of the Hassha. He ringed the bell at the tower once, signalling that allies were entering the wall. And then...<br/>BANG<br/>One of the scouts fell from his horse, dead.<br/>-What?<br/>BANG. BANG.<br/>Another scout fell, and the camel of a third one fell, making him fly several meters before breaking his neck aganist a rock.<br/>A group of raiders, weilding the same black gunpowder rifles that the soldiers used, were charging towards the other scouts. One pulled out his scimitar, charging the raiders in a suicidal attack to avange his comrades and got instantly killed, the other gallopped as fast as his camel could towards the open gates.<br/>When the explorer entered the gates, the raiders were at firing range, but the gates were still open.<br/>The Wall Guards aimed at them with their rifles.<br/>BANGBANGBANGBANGBANGBANGBANGBANGBANGBANG<br/>Many raiders fell, but many others charged inside the gates, swords at the ready, while others shot back at the wall guards.<br/>The guards in the floor levels rode their camels too and charged weilding their swords at their enemies, while the ones in the battlements, towers and lower levels of the walls shot at thew ones who were trying to snipe them down.<br/>It was a bloody battle. People fell off their camels to be trampled by their comrades. People was shot off the wall. But finally, the guardsmen defeated the enemies.<br/>Mohammed lowered his rifle. If he had left the scout die, if he hadn't ringed the bell, the battle wouldn't have happened. But nobody knew that.<br/>Then he noticed that Omar was too quiet.<br/>When Mohammed turned to his left, he saw him dead, with a bullet wound in the chest.<br/>-No!<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Hours later</span></span><br/>The scout told that the northern nomadic tribes were rising in rebellion again, claiming the city of Al-Ikyan for them and the Khan of the Sands, and that the fortress of Umayyan was under siege. He also mentioned another group of nomads, one never seen in Hasshastan before. They were merchants, metalworkers and dancers and they called themselves ""Gypsies"", and they claimed to come from the great civilizations beyond the desert.<br/>-What? Great civilizations? All civilizations beyond the desert were destroyed during the Age of Darkness!<br/>Haisha Abdulli did not belive that kind of stuff only because of rumors of nomads with different names. She was the Overseer of Djiaurak and the first wife of the Sultan. She alredy had people doubting of her capabilities for being a woman. And a guillilable leader is not the best of leaders either.<br/>-Those travellers dressed differently than any tribesmen we had ever seen, m'lady.-The scout replied-They wore colorful clothes, travelled using donkeys, and their women didn't use veils on their heads. They sang in a different language and traded things that no uncivilized man would create.<br/>He then proceeded to show her some metal trinkets and figurines.<br/>Mirrors, an empty bottle of alcohol (that wasn't empty when the scouts bought it), a steel saber and a purse filled with black powder.<br/>-Savage men wouldn't be able to make gunpowder. During the Age of Darkness, even our ancestors used wooden spears to defend ourselves. This ""savages"" are able to smelt steel and use guns.<br/>-Then, the peoples from beyond the desert have risen again. We'll send a scout party to leave the desert, a strong one, of around 200. They'll take a diplomat with them. Go towards where the Gypaies came from and try to establish contact with the outside world. It is time for the Hassha to contact with the world.<br/>-And what will we do with the man who ringed the bell, m'lady?-Asked a guard-Thanks to him we lost good men.<br/>-If he hadn't ringed the bell, this scout wouldn't have survived and we would still think we are the only civilized people in the world. So he won't be executed. But... How many guards died?<br/>-20, m'lady.<br/>-He'll recieve 40 lashings, then. Law in Djiaurak is hard, and the soldiers must remember that.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Items:<br/>Agents:<br/>[Agent]: Haisha Abdulli, the granddaughter of the great engineer Omar Abdulli, she is the first wife of the Sultan of the Hassha and the overseer of Djidaruak.<br/>[Agent]: Abdul Ayat, a Hasshian diplomat, he is going to be sent with the expedition towards the land beyond the desert.<br/>[Agent]: Sultan Sarran Majmudi, the Sultan of Hasshastan and the Emir of the capital city of Al-Ikyan<br/><br/>Forces:<br/>[Forces]: The Wall Guard. This elite force of soldiers defends the wall of Djiaurak with their lives. They patrol the walls all day, changing guard regularly so that the soldiers in patrol are fresh and well-rested, both to be prepared for the sorching temperatures and to be able to detect any threat to the lake. They carry black powder rifles aswell as traditional cimitars, and they all have two camels each when it is needed to venture outside of the walls.<br/>(They probably look something like this: <a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i.imgur.com/zy3V9n8.png"" rel=""nofollow"">http://i.imgur.com/zy3V9n8.png</a> )<br/>[Forces]: The scout party. This men are hard enough to resist the hot desert days, the cold desert nights and the implacable sandstorms as well as the nomads do, and many of them have desert nomad blood in their veins. They carry robes to protect themselves from the sand, have two camels each, and also have black powder handguns and scimitars. Most of the party (around 200 men) have been sent beyond the desert to explore.<br/><br/>Infraestructure:<br/>[Infraestructure]: Al-Ikyan, the great city and capital of the Hassha. Even though many Hasshas still live in nomadic tribes, eventually fighting each other for territory, most of the population now lives in this town, built in an island in the middle of the lake, is home to 24.000 souls. This city was built with great effort by the first settlers of the lake after the Age of Darkness, and people there can't contaminate the lake, for it is their very life substance. Without the water from the lake, many people would die of thirst and the long suffered Hassha peoples would have to resort to nomadism again.<br/>[Infraestructure]: The great wall of Djidaruak, built after an attack by a now extinct group of raiders called ""The Khanate of the Sands"", who claimed that the whole desert belonged to the Khan, a member of one of the northern Hasshian tribes. The attack devastated the villages around the lake, and the only way to stop the rampaging savages to enter the city was burning the bridges that connected the lake with the mainland, leaving whoever was on the other side on his or her own. After Al Ikyan and the surrounding island villages managed to rally enough men as to sail trough the lake and defeat the raiders, the great engineer Omar Abdulli had what the Hassha call a vision inspired by God to build a great wall around the lake, the jungle around the lake and some portions of desert around that jungle. The result was a gigantic wall with eight entrances, protecting the lake and the jungle around it.<br/>[Infraestrucutre]: The great salt mines. Salt is a very valuable resource, both to keep your food dry, to give taste to your food, or just to sell it for a lot of money. The mines in southern Hasshastan have potential of producing a lot of money, once somebody whealthy enough is found to trade with them.<br/><br/>Culture:<br/>[Culture]: The ancient mosque/temple of Al-Arakil is a sacred place to the Hassha. Every four years there are pilgrimages there to thank their God for showing them the real way (as Hasshian folklore says that the Age of Darkness happened because of God's anger aganist the sinful civilizations of the world and their polluting and killing of the land). It was built after the disaster and the highest bishops have the task of inscripting in an underground room of the temple the entire history of the Hasshian peoples.<br/>[Culture]: Desert traders. After the discovery of the existence of civilized peoples beyond the deserts, many nomadic traders decided to test their luck there. Trading parties and caravans may join Gypsy camps or move by themselves around the continent trading their goods and meeting new peoples.<br/><br/>Knowledge:<br/>[Knowledge]: Chemistry. There are two things necessary to survive and even thrive in the Hassha desert: the ability to grow crops to feed yourself and your livestock, and weapons. The Hassha have both. Their fertilizing techniques make farming in the jungles surrounding the lake, the island itself, and the irrigated fields around the desert villages way easier. And their ability to produce gunpowder makes them a formidable threat to the nomadic tribes that dare to raid the villages around the wall.<br/>[Knowledge]: Biology. The desert may seem dead to the untrained eye of a foreigner, but for the ones who know how to look, the desert is teeming with life. Understanding the animals and plants of the desert is very important for the Hassha.<br/>[Knowledge]: Calculus. To build great temples and palaces, you need architecture. For that, you need maths.<br/>[Knowledge]: Astronomy. The Hassha belive that God has written the future and the past in the stars. They also know that following certain starts you can find a way back home. Thus, for both religious and practical levels, astronomy is very studied by Hassha scholars, and by traders who follow the Three Sisters to return to their homes.<br/>[Knowledge]: Engineering. Many great minds helped to build the Great Wall, the Capital city and the Great Temple. Constructing stable, fresh and resistent places is one of the Hassha's specialities.<br/>[Knowledge]: Geology. The Hassha know that the earth hides riches beneath her skin. The great salt mines for example. Geology can help the Hassha with their mining enterprise.<br/>[Knowledge]: Physics. As the greatest defenders of Hasshastan are snipers on top of a 30 meter wall, the scientists of the sultanate had to find a way to make their rifles more accurate. Raiders should think twice before attacking the walls now.<br/>[Knowledge]:Electricity. Telegraph lines trought the desert make communication easier for the people of Hasshastan, also making the scout party stop going out in dangerous missions from a city to another to deliver or recieve messages, and instead focus on more military and exploratory missions.<br/>[Knowledge]: Metallurgy. The Gypsies who came in caravans were good metalcrafters, and they brought knowledge from the peoples beyond the desert about metallurgy before unknown to the Hassha. Their steel is harder, their blades are sharper, and the metal is more accsessible now.<br/>[Knowledge]: Medicine. The critters of the desert are deadly. The Hassha need to know how to cure their poisons.<br/>[Knowledge]: Clockworks. Another unknown knowledge from beyod the desert brought by the travellers are clockwork systems. Repeater rifles are being created, if so slowly, and some machineguns are being mounted in the walls to shoot down the invaders easly.</div></div></div>"
8096,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=350,2015-01-27T10:40:00,New Strausberg,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Claiming the east</span><br/><br/>With the annexation and joining of Leto into the depotism and creation of a larger empire. The newly formed Eastern Hegemony expanded its borders to the ends of the east, it's borders soon stretched from the far north to the far south all lands to its east claimed for the mighty hegemony. Soon however issues began to arrise, soon the cast system not only had to be adapted to fit the different groups now coming into the Hegemony, but the lands where so great rule was distrusted to strong lords to make up for the lack of strong communication, the people began to look into more ways of communication so that a single ruler may soon lead the nation.<br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Gofsill</span><br/><br/>With the ceasefire still in place defenses where soon being erected in Gofsill, and other holdings within enemy territory. The Czar awaited the arrival of the other nations involved in the war, however his patient was growing thin. His nobles urged him to continue the attack and they where beginning to win him over. His agents worked day and night to keep the peace between the many peoples but things where not looking well.<br/><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">added: culture, feudal lords: with the hegemony now at a massive size lords have been placed in charge of land but are strictly watched by overseers for any signs of corruption</div></div></div>"
8097,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=350,2015-01-27T15:41:00,Levis Avara,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Exploration</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">San Arcadia ,West Coast Geneva</span><br/><br/>Sailors gathered at the Sarora la Magnifica Cathedral the massive domed and beautiful building housed many vorins has a house of worship the priests blessed the sailors in their holy and scientific mission ordained by a heavily conservative Congress to spread vorinism to the ends of the planet and to discover and gather new information on the world.Zea Thalia exploreed the Thalia Ocean for whom it is named after sense she discovered it.However she barely escaped with her life dealing with unspeakable horrors aka sea monsters the likes never seen before and warned others not to venture there.<br/><br/>Now Congress commissioned 3 powerful Battleships to deal with these sea monsters<span style=""font-style: italic"">SAR Dauntless</span>,<span style=""font-style: italic"">SAR Bravery</span>,and<span style=""font-style: italic"">SAR Invincible</span>, the ships begin their trek first hugging the coast mapping out the rest of Geneva and Centauri then they head deeper then any ship has gone until land is long from sight they go where no man has gone before....<br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Naples Isthmus</span>(Not a item)<br/>The small outpost stood at the land bridge that connected Centauri and Geneva the Altarian Goverment had made efforts to claim the land for the Republic the land bridge was thin enough to build a Canal which would allow easier access to the Thalia Ocean while tiny and insignificant has of now in the future with proper funding this will become a bustling colony.Also strings of claims where spread upwards and downwards the coast"
8098,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=350,2015-01-27T16:06:00,Surestan,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Somewhere in the desert</span></span><br/>The scouts gathered northern tribesmen to serve as guides to the northern frontier of Hasshastan. There, they met a group of Gypsies that spoke both the unknown language of the unknown civilizations and the dialect of the northern tribesmen, who had apparently met them before, when stretching too far on their trading trips. They would serve as translators for when they met the people of beyond the desert.<br/><br/>**************************************************************************<br/><br/>Months passed travelling the endless dunes, fidning water only in the underground lakes that the scouts could find (wherever a plant of considerable size, like a shrub or a tree grew, they had to dig, following its roots until they found the lake from where the plant took sustent) and the occassional bird of desert rat, if the fenec foxes (<a class=""postlink"" href=""https://encrypted-tbn0.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcSi5lz5eLv6rvT9y_JrC791_X7z5Lxzup_EDSRR9-2WzChsUpHKyA"" rel=""nofollow"">https://encrypted-tbn0.gstatic.com/imag ... zChsUpHKyA</a>)didn't ate the rodents first.<br/>Travelling at night and sleeping during the day was also a hard thing to get used too, but it was the only way to keep fresh on those barren deserts. Finally, they reached an abandoned house. The scouts asked the Gypsies if they reached another kingdom.<br/>-We are now in the border of what once was the desert kingdom of Leto. But they were recently conquered by a warmongering empire. Taking you beyond the desert would mean going trought this former kingdom too. And the desert is a big one. What should we do?<br/>-This is the first time since the Age of Darkness that our people found other civilized men-the diplomat replied-We will not miss this opportunity. We will make contact with the men of this land. Keep advancing.<br/>The caravan advanced. The scouts were armed with scimitars and black powder pistols for self defense and the Gypsies and desert nomads carried gifts and goods from Hasshastan,, salt, gold, scimitars and other goods to gift to the newly discovered peoples."
8099,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=350,2015-01-27T16:58:00,New Strausberg,"<blockquote><div><cite>Surestan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23293677#p23293677"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Somewhere in the desert</span></span><br/>The scouts gathered northern tribesmen to serve as guides to the northern frontier of Hasshastan. There, they met a group of Gypsies that spoke both the unknown language of the unknown civilizations and the dialect of the northern tribesmen, who had apparently met them before, when stretching too far on their trading trips. They would serve as translators for when they met the people of beyond the desert.<br/><br/>**************************************************************************<br/><br/>Months passed travelling the endless dunes, fidning water only in the underground lakes that the scouts could find (wherever a plant of considerable size, like a shrub or a tree grew, they had to dig, following its roots until they found the lake from where the plant took sustent) and the occassional bird of desert rat, if the fenec foxes ( <a class=""postlink"" href=""https://encrypted-tbn0.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcSi5lz5eLv6rvT9y_JrC791_X7z5Lxzup_EDSRR9-2WzChsUpHKyA"" rel=""nofollow"">https://encrypted-tbn0.gstatic.com/imag ... zChsUpHKyA</a> )didn't ate the rodents first.<br/>Travelling at night and sleeping during the day was also a hard thing to get used too, but it was the only way to keep fresh on those barren deserts. Finally, they reached an abandoned house. The scouts asked the Gypsies if they reached another kingdom.<br/>-We are now in the border of what once was the desert kingdom of Leto. But they were recently conquered by a warmongering empire. Taking you beyond the desert would mean going trought this former kingdom too. And the desert is a big one. What should we do?<br/>-This is the first time since the Age of Darkness that our people found other civilized men-the diplomat replied-We will not miss this opportunity. We will make contact with the men of this land. Keep advancing.<br/>The caravan advanced. The scouts were armed with scimitars and black powder pistols for self defense and the Gypsies and desert nomads carried gifts and goods from Hasshastan,, salt, gold, scimitars and other goods to gift to the newly discovered peoples.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">New Comers</span><br/><br/>At the time of these strangers arrival the wife of the Czar was still in morning over her father, she was actually preparing to leave for Gofsill and her husbands festival. People where still all abuzz about how the sultan died and how they would miss him. Industry in the form of the Depostism had come to Leto as now factories of enormous size where being erected. When the strangers came the guards where very skeptical, with the war still going anyone could be a potential enemy.<br/>""Why have you come?"" The guardsman asked cocking his rifle in case the men where to try anything. Everyone was on edge and they couldn't be blamed with the recent goings on. Men where checked there belongings and found there weapons a bit primitive, ""Where do you come from?"" A guard asked a bit confused as he continued to search what they had and didn't see anything of real danger slowly lowering there guard and relaxing, ""You have to forgive us with the death of the Sultain and the forming of the new empire thinks have been a bit shaky."""
8100,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=350,2015-01-27T18:35:00,G-Tech Corporation,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Exfil Point Finus, North of Naltarra, Ausralis</span><br/><br/>Throughout the volatile jungle land the winding threads of civilization spread, a tapestry of mankind and his dominion plain for all to see. Those of the furry natives that resisted or attacked were seized and sent to the sludge boilers in their turn, while friendly tribes were granted reservations upon which to subside. Foreign diseases from the old world, unknown to man for millenia, ravaged their populations, borne by the Sky-People. The exchange was a two way street, but medicine meant only a few of the earliest exposed of the Hegemonics fell prey to the illnesses that lurked in the mamallian creatures' hides. At the heart of the mountain-sized trees outposts were cut, to carve away at the giant from the boughs down, and genetic and biological samples were taken for replication. Many ruins were marked and surveyed by the Exfil teams, their mysteries plumbed, a report being prepared for the Highprince's eyes themselves.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Item Gains:<br/>Agent: Aviatus Naarus<br/>Infrastructure: Grimhold<br/>Force: The Farthest Daggers<br/></span><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""The Landsraad Hegemony""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Agents:<br/>-Highprince Xavier Harkan: Lord of the Landsraad Hegemony and Grand Admiral of the Sky-Fleets<br/>-Techsin Verita Nyive: Acting Commander of the Eastern Expeditionary Front<br/>-Ar-Techsin Gar Nameral: Lord-Magistrate of the Blackguards<br/>-Aviatus Naarus: Foremost Oceanographic Researcher of the Hegemony<br/>Forces:<br/>-The Nightstriders: 150 Flashstrike skyriders, veteran-class. Equipped with air-to-air and overpressure weapons. <br/>-The Firth of Might: 7 Hierarch behemoths, veteran-class. Transport capacity of a full Armored Roh. <br/>-The Bulwark of Man: A great sky-ship displacing 4.5 million tonnes, she bears the Orator of the Apocalypse and five flights of Hegemon-class Needleships. Transport capacity of five Armored Fists. <br/>-The Silent Shadows: 220 Scitar-class Needleships, armed with forgot shardlaunchers and relat sabots.<br/>-The Farthest Daggers: 250 Scitar-class Needleships, armed with forgot shardlaunchers and relat sabots.<br/>-The Obsidian Waves: 90 Ganter-class ornithopters.<br/>-The Sky-Breakers: 300 Flashstrike skyriders. <br/>-1st Armored Roh ""Blackguards""<br/>-1st Heavy Infantry Roh ""Groundpounders"", veterans<br/>-2nd Heavy Infantry Roh<br/>-1st Light Infantry Roh<br/>-The Silver Seas: 15 unterships, armed with primitive torpedoes and deck shardthrowers<br/>Infrastructure:<br/>-The World-Ships: 32 immense vessels the size of small cities kept aloft by large reactor cores. Each can have up to a hundred thousand inhabitants and is fully self-sustainable, though not all are fully populated. Each has a fighter complement and AA defenses. <br/>-The Core: A truly giant world ship with ancient boring devices that can strip mine several thousand feet with ease. <br/>-Farholme: A large mining pit and the township nearby, produces large quantities of ferrous ores and React depositions.<br/>-Highmarch: A network of synthcrete roads and trains that link the Landing with the local sites, to allow the easy passage of goods and materials.<br/>-The Spires of Eternity: Immense complex of aeroponics towers north of Landing, large food output. <br/>-The Desert Strider: High-speed bulk rail line through the desert to the eastern coast.<br/>-The Depth Fathoms: A large complex of vats bored beneath landing, capable of a thousand units of production a day for a short period of time. Currently operated by the Praternum Techsina.<br/>-The Uplink: Communications spire in Landing, designed to allow communication and coordinate information from the entirety of the Hegemony.<br/>-The Seamouth: Naval fort and shipyard, established north of the Altarian colonies for the manufacture of shipping vessels and military hardware. <br/>-The Forge of Man's Ambition: Gigantic factory complex and supporting arcologies, established slightly west of Landing near the Bejeweled Mountains. Cogitors and skilled engineers here assemble the many mechanical wonders of the Hegemony.<br/>-Niebelung: A citadel-town on the western shores of Hiterlund, and a large shipping complex.<br/>-Naltarra: The first Hegemony settlement on the shores of Ausralis, and a military research compound with some of the top minds assigned by the Landsraad to biological research.<br/>-Grimhold: Large metropolis in the mountains between the Narrow Sea and Landing, partially underground. Extensive mining industry, and vats. <br/>Culture:<br/>-The Word of the Devotiaries<br/>-The Nostrum of the Stars<br/>-The Graven Arch<br/>-The Onset of Night<br/>Knowledge: All Knowledge through Tier 3.<br/>Ancient Wisdom:<br/>-Force Engines<br/>-Kinetic Accelerators<br/>-Charge Capacitors<br/>-Aeroponics<br/>-Synthetic Atmosphere Manufacture<br/>-Genetic Radical Stabilization<br/>-The Vats<br/>-Cogitors<br/>-Magnetic Repulsors/Intensifiers</div></div></div>"
8101,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=350,2015-01-27T18:42:00,Surestan,"The diplomat started talking in the Hasshian language, being translated by the Gypsy interpreter.<br/>""We are the Hassha. We come from the southern desert, and for long we have tought that our people were the only one who have risen from the Great Disaster and the Age of Darkness. When we heard about other civilizations beyond our land, we were sent to explore the unknown areas and maybe beyond the desert. In the name of the great Sultan of the Hassha, we dive you this gifts as a sign of frienship with your civilization, and in hopes of having further contact with your people.""<br/>The scouts sowed the presents to the guards and the Gypsy interpreter talked.<br/>""He is Abdul Ayat, a diplomat of Hasshastan, and he would like to have a meeting with a figure of authority of your nation."
8102,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=350,2015-01-28T16:46:00,Levis Avara,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Thalia Ocean A.K.A Sea of Monsters</span><br/><br/>The Thalia Ocean had been mapped out many islands where discovered and added to the current map but no major continents had been discovered.This was indeed a momentous mission the knowledge the Altarians had gathered would help enlighten themselves since the world seemed stuck in a dark age of exploration.Also apparently the mission wasn't has dangerous has Congress thought it was indeed the few monsters that where encountered where swept away by the mighty gunnery of the Battleships has if by luck.The Altarians reached the Eastern coast of Tredera and reached the city of Arvenia where the sailors where awarded.Then they would trek back to San Arcadia in Geneva completing the first circumnavigation of the planet."
8103,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=375,2015-01-28T16:57:00,New Strausberg,"<blockquote><div><cite>Surestan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23295879#p23295879"">wrote</a>:</cite>The diplomat started talking in the Hasshian language, being translated by the Gypsy interpreter.<br/>""We are the Hassha. We come from the southern desert, and for long we have tought that our people were the only one who have risen from the Great Disaster and the Age of Darkness. When we heard about other civilizations beyond our land, we were sent to explore the unknown areas and maybe beyond the desert. In the name of the great Sultan of the Hassha, we dive you this gifts as a sign of frienship with your civilization, and in hopes of having further contact with your people.""<br/>The scouts sowed the presents to the guards and the Gypsy interpreter talked.<br/>""He is Abdul Ayat, a diplomat of Hasshastan, and he would like to have a meeting with a figure of authority of your nation.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The guard nodded to each other and opened the gate, after that the men where lead to the old Leto palace which as a monument to the old Sultain was being renovated in his honor. There the Queen was holding his funeral and not many where allowed in for safety reasons. When the Queen saw these new comers she treated them with open arms, ""Hello, I hear you come from a place far away, please rest and let my people take care of you from your long journey."" The queen took a seat and entertainers where brought in to meet them a few dancers some food the bear essentials."
8104,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=375,2015-01-28T19:45:00,Surestan,"The scouts, traders and diplomat were greeted with food and dancers. Apparently this new people had also a Sultan ruling them. And they seemed way more hospitable that what their guides told them. One of the scouts asked the Gypsy in the Hasshan language:<br/>-A ""warmongering empire""?<br/>-Shut up.<br/><br/>The diplomat was intrigued about this newly-discovered civilization. They seemed to be far more advanced than them, and they had come there during what seemed to be the funeral of a monarch. He wanted to learn more about this people."
8105,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=375,2015-01-29T10:35:00,New Strausberg,"<blockquote><div><cite>Surestan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23308818#p23308818"">wrote</a>:</cite>The scouts, traders and diplomat were greeted with food and dancers. Apparently this new people had also a Sultan ruling them. And they seemed way more hospitable that what their guides told them. One of the scouts asked the Gypsy in the Hasshan language:<br/>-A ""warmongering empire""?<br/>-Shut up.<br/><br/>The diplomat was intrigued about this newly-discovered civilization. They seemed to be far more advanced than them, and they had come there during what seemed to be the funeral of a monarch. He wanted to learn more about this people.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""We welcome you to the Eastern Hegemony"" the Queen told them, things where going better than she had expected, while he father laid dead the world still turned and things continued to move. It was not long before the funeral had ended and the Sultains body laid to its eternal rest. The Queen wanted to speak more to the diplomat, she was curious about there new language had everything they said written down and translated. With the annexation of her old empire into this new one more trade would be needed and more friends.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Wrath of the Czar</span><br/><br/>As no one seemed interested in peace talks and the utter fool the czar seemed to look like at the conduction of his peace attempts that failed time and time again, the Czar was begging to lose hope for peace in this time. War perpetration a where being restarted as it seemed the only invevict able option at this point, while he didn't want to waste more lives the czar had the Leto Air Force resembled and brought together into a massive air wing budded, the H.R.A.F . This battlion of planes was a combined arms tactic of small easily maneuverable planes from Leto and the more massive Iron Depotism Fire bombers. These where being prepared to launch and hit multiple targets, one escalate nuisance fort Middle.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Added: H.R.A.F Hegemony Royal Air Force</div></div></div>"
8106,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=375,2015-01-29T16:04:00,New Fraulasia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Fort Middle, 2041 A.O.P.</span><br/>As the peace talks degenerate, the 1st Skyfleet double-times it to move civilians to Fort Hope. Quickly, thousands of people are shifted to the other side of Zadoxian territory. The word from Goffsill isn't good, that the war may restart. Zadoxian troops are radioed to be on the alert, and the Zadoxian ambassadors are shuttled to try to maintain the peace.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Fort Hope, 2041 A.O.P.</span><br/>At Fort Hope, a sea of tents have sprung up on the shores of the river and on the hill. The forests are cleared in the interest of constructing new housing and simple workshops.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lotill, 2041 A.O.P.</span><br/>The city under siege is notified of the destabilization of the situation. The 2nd Skyfleet is armed to its capacity, the FBIC begins barricading up the edges of the city, and the infantry just digs in deeper, building bunkers and sweeping, spiraling trenches."
8107,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=375,2015-01-29T16:15:00,Surestan,"Trough the window of the room, the diplomat and his guards watched as a quick and gigantic bird-looking machine sailed troigh the sky, was quicker and ominous than any of the airships in Hasshastan. The Hasshas did not hid their suprised expression at such a sight, and the Gypsy guides did not hid their amusement at the primitive people they were serving as interpreters.<br/>The Queen of the Eastern Hegemony saluted the diplomat. The salute was translated by the Gypsy, and the diplomat responded.<br/>""We thank you for your hospitality"" The interpreter said. ""And we are suprised at the wonders that your people are able to build. The engineers back at our realm would certainly do anything to learn more about this technology.<br/>The name of your realm intrigues me greatly. ""Eastern"" Hegemony. Are there lands further East? Do you possess knowledge of the western lands?""<br/>The diplomat grabbed a map of Hasshastan and the known desert territory around their realm.<br/>""We would like to know more about the world around us, so we would be very grateful if we could see a map of the world you know, and if we could show you a map of our, rather little, known world.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Al-Ikyan, Hasshastan</span></span><br/>The Sultan was feeling quite irritated about leaving his palace so that a bunch of engineers could hide a bunch of cables behind his walls and take all candles out of the palace, leaving the place dark. When he returned, he expected the results to be good.<br/>-So, did I left my palace for a month for a good reason?<br/>-Oh, yes, my lord, you did.-The engineer responded from the shadows of what, with candles would have been a very illuminated room.<br/>The sultan noticed that the chandelier candles were replaced by strange crystal balls.<br/>-So... How will you replace the candles of my palace?<br/>-Oh but we alredy did, your Highness.<br/>The engineer touched a switch in the wall, and the glass balls in the chandelier lit up to suprise of the Sultan.<br/>-Behold, my King, the power of electricity!<br/>-You... Managed to put lightning bolts into those lamps?<br/>-...Yeah... You could say we did so.<br/>-Guards! Give this men their payment! The Hassha engineers did it again!<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Obtained: [Knowledge]: Electric lights.</div></div></div>"
8108,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=375,2015-01-29T16:35:00,Levis Avara,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Altaria grows impatient</span><br/>Senator Vitas stood to give his speech long dark curly hair and olive skin wearing a sharp suit ""I say screw it if the Goffstill want to keep busy kissing the feet of the Hegemonic then forget about them!"" ""How can we sit idly by while the East gets stronger we must keep the balance of power in Tredera!!"" ""Peace talks can they really believe the drabble that comes from the mouths of those Northern Barbarians!?"" The Senate floor explodes into debate the politicians shouting their views.The Senate leader Isabella slammed her gavel strongly until the Senate grew silent.""What Vitas says may prove valid but it would be...unwise to just jump into a war with a Nation that we barely know about"".""The Balance of power is important though I say we contact what remains of the Goffstill and forge a Military Alliance if they agree to it then we have a proper caus belli if not then we declare war without their consent.The majority of the Senate agrees<br/><br/>Nova spies are sent to meet the goffstill<br/><br/><br/>(Future)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">San Arcadia,World Circumnavigation</span><br/>The Battleships had reached San Arcadia completing the first Circumnavigation of the World a New Era of Exploration had been born to Explore the<br/>North and South pole and explore any new lands."
8109,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=375,2015-01-31T13:04:00,Levis Avara,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Industrial Ideology</span>(New Era)<br/>The sun never sets on the Altarian Federation countless souls in the Republic looked to expand further into the World on a unprecedented level and to conquer the innumerable amount of resources that laid across this great planet. Explorers , exploiters it didn't matter has long has the Altarian Dream could be realized the settlers would march across the globe claiming large swaths of land for their Superpower and while Tredera continued to squabble amongst each other Altarias own Hegemony would expand elsewhere in Geneva, Valinor and soon other lands the Altarians would master the New World thus mastering the entire world<br/><br/>Industry Items<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Naples Colonies, Naples Canal, Centauri colonies</span><br/><br/>The Altarian flag flew over the port town of San Marino it was completed this modern marvel it took a decade of hard work and dedication had cut Geneva from Centauri. This Canal would shorten time from the East Coast of Geneva to the west and that meant not going thru the treacherous North seas or down the dangerous tip of Zadea. The Isthmus colony grew in wealth and prosperity utilizing their geography has mega ships full of resources and products safely traveled to their destinations<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Centauri Colonies</span><br/>Vast swaths of jungle where cut down has miners began their mining campaigns gold, silver, and diamonds brought in bulk settlers coming in the swarms to make a living here towns pushing the furry tribes from their original habitats some where sent to reservations while others where made to do sinister things... the government was against the enslavement of the Atars (Wookies) but wealthy capitalists in the Orion Company managed to sway the politicians to look the other way unfortunately."
8110,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=375,2015-02-02T11:31:00,Levis Avara,"(Naval Ideology) Today<br/>The Navy had been expanded once more into the largest in the World again 2 new fleets where created the Thalia and North Seas Fleet.<br/><br/>150,000 troops amassed and prepared to Goffstill.With or without the will of the Goffstill they where not in a position to stop the liberation of their nation so the troops march through neutral territory between Zadox and Almain 150 levi tanks and 200 biplanes are transported has well has they begin their bombardment on Iron Forces and march to the battlefield supply posts are set up has well.The march to Goffstill and Lotill city has began.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Naval Bombardment</span><br/>Using Altarias superior Navy the Battleships where ordered to bombard coastal cities along the Leto coast and kha'mouri to weaken troops stationed there and to allow troops to invade air carriers where sent along to defend the ships from hostile biplanes has well has destoyers and submarines.7 Battleships where sent to Leto and 5 Battleships to Akksum along with 8 destroyers and a air carrier for both of the cities to be bombarded."
8111,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=375,2015-03-05T11:37:00,Harkback Union,"Yoshiwara, Zadox 2041 A.O.P.<br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://blog.thunderbaybooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/NYC-at-Night131.jpg""/><br/><br/>A Black Model-H Rushes trough the fastlane of Carnale way, The widest avenue in the metroplex named after the inventor of Neon lights, Fan Carnale. A Propaganda flier picked up from the ground by the drag of the vehicle up ahead gets stuck between the black automobile's windshield and its whiper. It reads:<br/><br/>""It Could happen here!""<br/><br/>The letters are printed in red above a depressing picture of a ruined farmhouse. The car's driver turns on the whiper and the flier is set loose. At the next intersection, The car takes a right turn and parks down before a tall, Grey structure with a large, bright electric sign on its side which says: ""Hotel Noir"". The chauffeur turns on the radio and listens to some<a class=""postlink"" href=""https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zdDhinO58ss"" rel=""nofollow"">jazz</a>while he is waiting for his passenger to arrive. Finally, A Man wearing a red suit leaves the hotel lobby through the front door and enters the Model-H, Which then hurries to the Town hall in Cloqbern. The Center of the city's Government is for a reason unknown to most, surrounded by a large groups of shady figures, each carrying a violin case. Upon the arrival of the man in red suit, they discretely enter the building..."
8112,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=375,2015-03-05T15:00:00,Harkback Union,"Town Hall, Cloqbern, Zadox<br/><br/>Before the council stood the man in red suit along with his gang of shady figures.<br/><br/>""We won't give you any more credits! Your agency has been useless so far!"" - Said the mayor of Zadox from his elegant podium.<br/><br/>""We are not here to ask for more money..."" - Replied the man in red suit. Meanwhile, His companions opened their violin cases, revealing their contents.<br/><br/>""You are MAD! You will never get away with this!"" - Screamed the mayor - ""Put those things down NOW!""<br/><br/>""You reign is over, Ruebeck!"" - He said, while he pulled out a gun of his own.<br/><br/><br/><br/>18 minutes ago...<br/><br/>Hotel Noir, Yoshiwara.<br/><br/>A Woman and a Man sit quietly at the bar of the hotel lobby. They drink Orange juice while their eyes spy on the people inside. - ""There he is"" - Says the woman as she spots a crimson hat in the crowd. - ""He is already leaving? Damn! Get the car Carl! I'll keep an eye on him.""<br/><br/>Carl rushes to his car in the garage while the woman tosses some credits to the bartender and quietly follows her target, who quickly jumps into a black Model-H and leaves the Scene.<br/><br/>""Damn it, where the hell are you Carl?"" - They woman says to herself while she writes down the black automobile's license number - ""Taxi! TAXI!"" - She then screams as she spots a cab driving around.<br/><br/>""Where can I take you?"" - Inquires the taxi driver as he pulls over.<br/><br/>""Zadox Press!"" - She says while she gets in and shows the driver her Journalist badge - ""Follow that Black Car!""<br/><br/>""Will do, Sister!"" - The Cab's engines roared as it quickly accelerated to the fast lane. - ""How thrilling! But may I ask why are we following them?""<br/><br/>""They are planning something... I don't know what, but this could be a big story!"" - The Journalist answered. She then opened the roof window to let some fresh air in and watched as the Reflector beams trek across the skies above Zadox. Some of them serve advertising purposes, others Highlighting path for Dirigibles and airplanes, away from the dangerous population centers and dense industrial zones where towering skyscrapers, Radio towers and Chimneys and dense smoke can pose threat to aircraft. - ""We didn't have this fresh of an air for a long time""<br/><br/>""Or such a good traffic! These fuel rations had a great impact on the city. Now Everyone but those in a real hurry use automobiles.""<br/><br/>""But look at those poor fellows cramped into that tram.""<br/><br/>""You want me to keep an eye on that black car or the tram?""<br/><br/>""Fair enough...""<br/><br/>Cloqbern, 7 minutes ago.<br/><br/>The black car soon crossed into Cloqbern District through a large military checkpoint. Dozens of army officers stopped cars here for checks hoping to catch foreign spies and enfore fuel rations. An immense battery was also installed there, pointing at the sky... The taxi got through with little trouble and followed the black car all the way to the town hall. It parked down next to a large statue just behind the building.<br/><br/>""Thanks for the ride."" - she said and after paying the cab driver, she entered the town hal via the back entrance.<br/><br/>After checking her belongings, The guards allowed her inside. She walked upstairs into the press balcony where she hoped to find out what's going on. It was a late hour. The council chamber is usually empty at this time but not this day. The representatives gathered to discuss some kind of emergency related to the harkback intelligence service..."
8113,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=375,2015-03-05T17:21:00,New Strausberg,"<img alt=""Image"" src=""https://s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com/236x/8d/bb/2d/8dbb2d43349ea9c29670617b1c82ac16.jpg""/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Ishmav Class</span><br/><br/>Today a new fleet of battleships was created by the Forces of the Northern Hegemony, in an attempt to expand further into waters the Ishmav was designated the first of its kind, a ship designed to pierce the frozen that protected the ports and move out into deeper waters, with the Ishmav leading the way this massive battleship was designed not only to pierce the ice but ram and get stuck into ship hull. Built as a boarding vessel these would lead the way while supported by other craft, Ishmav class are built nice and bulky with forwar heavy artillery guns, these where tested in the front as being able to puncture Depostist tank armor and adapted to fire at ships. In addition to this a crew of around 250 where stationed on these craft armed to the teeth with close range shotguns and knifes. The point of them was to capture and use enemy craft and use them to there own purposes. The Ishmav launching also sent a surge of new recruits into the naval forces, a bit of propaganda helped as well. A young boy of Iron decent was shown shot by enemy forces, clinging to him was a soldier who had tried to protect him, this was redeveloped for the southern hegemony as to not alienate them. In the picture it blamed those not already fighting for the reason youth was dieing, a feeling of deep compassion swelled in those not already fighting and some joined the navy this war seemed to be far from over.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">a coup?</span><br/><br/>Meanwhile.. In a far off western land that had been causing a problem in the war as all others had, a spy had managed to sneak his way into a secret meeting. What he didn't expect was that this meeting was in truth a coup. Taking a few pictures from a silent camera a wolf watched in hiding as the events unfolded. He did not do anything to stop it simply observing as the events transpired. It seemed not all was right with the western enemy a fact the east would be great fun to know. He keep quiet in his hiding space and watches eager to see what would happen."
8114,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=375,2015-03-05T19:04:00,Harkback Union,"The Red man's gun made little sound as it launched a piece of lead at the Mayor.<br/><br/>""You... will... pay..."" - Said Mayor ruebeck with his last breath. As he fell off the podium. His blood splattered on the marble floor below. The Representatives were shocked. They were looking for an escape, But there were none. Every corridor was barred by armed man in black suits.<br/><br/>""From this day on, the agency is in charge here. Do any of you have a problem with that?"" - The red man spoke. No representative dared to reply, but there was a strange noise echoing through the chamber. The Red man Looked up and saw a Woman taking pictures. Upon being spotted, She packed her things and ran away. - ""You two, Kill her!"" - The Red Man ordered his goons with a sinister voice.<br/><br/>The Journalist made it to the back entrance, where she found the guards soaked in blood. The exit was closed and she could hear people running after her so she looked for a hiding spot. The best she could find was a narrow gap behind a coffe dispenser machine. She hid there.<br/><br/>The 2 goons arrived mere seconds after. - ""She must be around here somewhere"" - They soon found a trail of bloody footsteps leading behind a coffe machine. They Laughed Manically as they approached the dispenser. They were sure to find their quarry behind it and were surprised to find a council member there instead. He jumped on the goons in a desperate attempt to fight them off but was soon subdued. Meanwhile however, The Journalist made an escape from the room. She ran back upstairs where she opened a window at the end of a corridor, jumped onto a nearby statue hoping to use it to climb down... but then It begun to rain outside. She slipped on the wet surface and fell down, breaking her arm in the process.<br/><br/>She stood up and begun running hurling herself towards the cab she came with, which was still parked there.<br/><br/>""Sister! What happened? Are you hurt?"" - The Driver asked while he put out his cigar.<br/><br/>""No, Just... Get me the hell out of here!"" - The Woman relied as she climbed into the back.<br/><br/>""Listen Sister, You'll really have to explain what's going on if..."" - The man interrupted by a hail of bullets aimed at the cab. - ""SPIRITS BE DAMNED!?"" - He screamed as he quickly turned on the engine and drove the hell outta there..."
8115,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=375,2015-03-05T19:18:00,New Strausberg,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23743705#p23743705"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Red man's gun made little sound as it launched a piece of lead at the Mayor.<br/><br/>""You... will... pay..."" - Said Mayor ruebeck with his last breath. As he fell off the podium. His blood splattered on the marble floor below. The Representatives were shocked. They were looking for an escape, But there were none. Every corridor was barred by armed man in black suits.<br/><br/>""From this day on, the agency is in charge here. Do any of you have a problem with that?"" - The red man spoke. No representative dared to reply, but there was a strange noise echoing through the chamber. The Red man Looked up and saw a Woman taking pictures. Upon being spotted, She packed her things and ran away. - ""You two, Kill her!"" - The Red Man ordered his goons with a sinister voice.<br/><br/>The Journalist made it to the back entrance, where she found the guards soaked in blood. The exit was closed and she could hear people running after her so she looked for a hiding spot. The best she could find was a narrow gap behind a coffe dispenser machine. She hid there.<br/><br/>The 2 goons arrived mere seconds after. - ""She must be around here somewhere"" - They soon found a trail of bloody footsteps leading behind a coffe machine. They Laughed Manically as they approached the dispenser. They were sure to find their quarry behind it and were surprised to find a council member there instead. He jumped on the goons in a desperate attempt to fight them off but was soon subdued. Meanwhile however, The Journalist made an escape from the room. She ran back upstairs where she opened a window at the end of a corridor, jumped onto a nearby statue hoping to use it to climb down... but then It begun to rain outside. She slipped on the wet surface and fell down, breaking her arm in the process.<br/><br/>She stood up and begun running hurling herself towards the cab she came with, which was still parked there. <br/><br/>""Sister! What happened? Are you hurt?"" - The Driver asked while he put out his cigar. <br/><br/>""No, Just... Get me the hell out of here!"" - The Woman relied as she climbed into the back.<br/><br/>""Listen Sister, You'll really have to explain what's going on if..."" - The man interrupted by a hail of bullets aimed at the cab. - ""SPIRITS BE DAMNED!?"" - He screamed as he quickly turned on the engine and drove the hell outta there...</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Following a scared lamb</span><br/><br/>The wolf watched as a bullet made its way into the man on the podium. As he diced the wolf managed to hear his last words and soon all hell broke loose. He managed to watch as a woman ran away from the scene picking his things up and leaving out a back entrance he had come in at he saw that there was blood painting this town tonight. The woman amazingly had escaped as it started to rain, ""This will help me find out what the hell is happening..."" He told himself before quickly following the cab he keep a bit behind and got a Depostist issue type-34 a semi-automatic pistol easy to conceal and still quick to fire. If he saved the woman he would get answeres he wanted.<br/><br/>As he watched the cab the wolf followed a few links behind as to not draw attention. If he needed to he had his pistol ready to fire and in a tight grip. ""This is bad day to not have cigar.."" He chuckled and focused on the task at hand."
8116,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=375,2015-03-05T19:49:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Strausberg <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23743869#p23743869"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23743705#p23743705"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Red man's gun made little sound as it launched a piece of lead at the Mayor.<br/><br/>""You... will... pay..."" - Said Mayor ruebeck with his last breath. As he fell off the podium. His blood splattered on the marble floor below. The Representatives were shocked. They were looking for an escape, But there were none. Every corridor was barred by armed man in black suits.<br/><br/>""From this day on, the agency is in charge here. Do any of you have a problem with that?"" - The red man spoke. No representative dared to reply, but there was a strange noise echoing through the chamber. The Red man Looked up and saw a Woman taking pictures. Upon being spotted, She packed her things and ran away. - ""You two, Kill her!"" - The Red Man ordered his goons with a sinister voice.<br/><br/>The Journalist made it to the back entrance, where she found the guards soaked in blood. The exit was closed and she could hear people running after her so she looked for a hiding spot. The best she could find was a narrow gap behind a coffe dispenser machine. She hid there.<br/><br/>The 2 goons arrived mere seconds after. - ""She must be around here somewhere"" - They soon found a trail of bloody footsteps leading behind a coffe machine. They Laughed Manically as they approached the dispenser. They were sure to find their quarry behind it and were surprised to find a council member there instead. He jumped on the goons in a desperate attempt to fight them off but was soon subdued. Meanwhile however, The Journalist made an escape from the room. She ran back upstairs where she opened a window at the end of a corridor, jumped onto a nearby statue hoping to use it to climb down... but then It begun to rain outside. She slipped on the wet surface and fell down, breaking her arm in the process.<br/><br/>She stood up and begun running hurling herself towards the cab she came with, which was still parked there. <br/><br/>""Sister! What happened? Are you hurt?"" - The Driver asked while he put out his cigar. <br/><br/>""No, Just... Get me the hell out of here!"" - The Woman relied as she climbed into the back.<br/><br/>""Listen Sister, You'll really have to explain what's going on if..."" - The man interrupted by a hail of bullets aimed at the cab. - ""SPIRITS BE DAMNED!?"" - He screamed as he quickly turned on the engine and drove the hell outta there...</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Following a scared lamb</span><br/><br/>The wolf watched as a bullet made its way into the man on the podium. As he diced the wolf managed to hear his last words and soon all hell broke loose. He managed to watch as a woman ran away from the scene picking his things up and leaving out a back entrance he had come in at he saw that there was blood painting this town tonight. The woman amazingly had escaped as it started to rain, ""This will help me find out what the hell is happening..."" He told himself before quickly following the cab he keep a bit behind and got a Depostist issue type-34 a semi-automatic pistol easy to conceal and still quick to fire. If he saved the woman he would get answeres he wanted. <br/><br/>As he watched the cab the wolf followed a few links behind as to not draw attention. If he needed to he had his pistol ready to fire and in a tight grip. ""This is bad day to not have cigar.."" He chuckled and focused on the task at hand.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>A Cab riddlet with bullets drove into a dark alley, not far from the town hall.<br/><br/>""They murdered the Mayor? But why? And who are they?"" - Asked the man in the front seat as he killed the engines and the lights.<br/><br/>""I started looking into shady deals between the Petrol Syndicate and council members a few months ago. I found out nothing until yesterday, Carl showed up in my office. He claimed to be a member of some sort of... secret agency, funded by both the syndicate and the council, tasked with sending spies to foreign countries. According to him, The Agency turned some of its operatives into killing machines in a remote training facility and they were planning something big. He couldn't give me any evidence, but he believed he could give me the opportunity to gather some. We were supposed to follow the black car together today..."" - The woman answered from the back. - ""We should get to the ZBC as soon as possible! People need to hear about this before its too late!""<br/><br/>""All right. I'll take the speedway then, but first, I have to check if the tyres are okay."" - The Driver got outside and with a portable neon light, he checked the Tyres..."
8117,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=375,2015-03-05T19:50:00,Levis Avara,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">North Seas Confronting the fledgling navy </span><br/><br/>The Dreadnought chugged threw the frigid seas of the North breaking apart chunks of ice.Indeed the Altarians had expanded into the North Seas at a rapid rate and controlled a large part of its span.The Altarian Republic was amused at the Irons attempt of making a navy.They had centuries of experience and wondered how a land based nation would keep from throwing up rather then keep control of the ships from the relentless waves that battered them in this sundered part of the World.<br/><br/>A flotilla of ships was detected and the Dreadnoughts fired using its long range fire power from a distance. Destroyers and cruisers targeted the Ishmav ships and biplanes buzzed towards their targets. Th<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Dauntless Marches</span><br/>The Invasion force had reached the main battle field with a steady stream of supplies secured from the Nova Sea the land between Almain and Zadox was occupied.Namorn landing it was called with this strategic location troops come by the hundreds of thousands and fight mercilessly against the Hegemonic Forces the biplanes roar and scream across the sky bombarding forts and supply lines.This War has only just begun."
8118,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=375,2015-03-05T19:58:00,New Strausberg,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23744276#p23744276"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Strausberg <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23743869#p23743869"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Following a scared lamb</span><br/><br/>The wolf watched as a bullet made its way into the man on the podium. As he diced the wolf managed to hear his last words and soon all hell broke loose. He managed to watch as a woman ran away from the scene picking his things up and leaving out a back entrance he had come in at he saw that there was blood painting this town tonight. The woman amazingly had escaped as it started to rain, ""This will help me find out what the hell is happening..."" He told himself before quickly following the cab he keep a bit behind and got a Depostist issue type-34 a semi-automatic pistol easy to conceal and still quick to fire. If he saved the woman he would get answeres he wanted. <br/><br/>As he watched the cab the wolf followed a few links behind as to not draw attention. If he needed to he had his pistol ready to fire and in a tight grip. ""This is bad day to not have cigar.."" He chuckled and focused on the task at hand.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>A Cab riddlet with bullets drove into a dark alley, not far from the town hall. <br/><br/>""They murdered the Mayor? But why? And who are they?"" - Asked the man in the front seat as he killed the engines and the lights.<br/><br/>""I started looking into shady deals between the Petrol Syndicate and council members a few months ago. I found out nothing until yesterday, Carl showed up in my office. He claimed to be a member of some sort of... secret agency, funded by both the syndicate and the council, tasked with sending spies to foreign countries. According to him, The Agency turned some of its operatives into killing machines in a remote training facility and they were planning something big. He couldn't give me any evidence, but he believed he could give me the opportunity to gather some. We were supposed to follow the black car together today..."" - The woman answered from the back. - ""We should get to the ZBC as soon as possible! People need to hear about this before its too late!""<br/><br/>""All right. I'll take the speedway then, but first, I have to check if the tyres are okay."" - The Driver got outside and with a portable neon light, he checked the Tyres...</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Confrontation</span><br/><br/>The wolf parked behind them blocking them in the alley way, ""Get on the ground!"" He shouted at the driver when he got out of the car his type-34 aimed at him as he walked closer, ""Any sudden moves I'll pain your blood across the walls."" He walked forward slowly and talked calmly, ""is the woman alright? Mrs!"" He shouted to her keeping his eyes on the man. He felt as if he knew the mans nationality but it was to dark to tell. ""Ma'am I want you to step out of the car now."" He demanded looking over his shoulder every now and then."
8119,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=375,2015-03-05T20:10:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Strausberg <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23744378#p23744378"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23744276#p23744276"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>A Cab riddlet with bullets drove into a dark alley, not far from the town hall. <br/><br/>""They murdered the Mayor? But why? And who are they?"" - Asked the man in the front seat as he killed the engines and the lights.<br/><br/>""I started looking into shady deals between the Petrol Syndicate and council members a few months ago. I found out nothing until yesterday, Carl showed up in my office. He claimed to be a member of some sort of... secret agency, funded by both the syndicate and the council, tasked with sending spies to foreign countries. According to him, The Agency turned some of its operatives into killing machines in a remote training facility and they were planning something big. He couldn't give me any evidence, but he believed he could give me the opportunity to gather some. We were supposed to follow the black car together today..."" - The woman answered from the back. - ""We should get to the ZBC as soon as possible! People need to hear about this before its too late!""<br/><br/>""All right. I'll take the speedway then, but first, I have to check if the tyres are okay."" - The Driver got outside and with a portable neon light, he checked the Tyres...</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Confrontation</span><br/><br/>The wolf parked behind them blocking them in the alley way, ""Get on the ground!"" He shouted at the driver when he got out of the car his type-34 aimed at him as he walked closer, ""Any sudden moves I'll pain your blood across the walls."" He walked forward slowly and talked calmly, ""is the woman alright? Mrs!"" He shouted to her keeping his eyes on the man. He felt as if he knew the mans nationality but it was to dark to tell. ""Ma'am I want you to step out of the car now."" He demanded looking over his shoulder every now and then.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The man was so frightened he immediately dropped his flashlight. Its glass broke to pieces and the neon escaped. - ""All right pal, Just don't shoot! I have nothing to do with this mess! I swear!""<br/><br/>Meanwhile, The Woman paniced. She climbed to the front seat and with her able hand turned on the engines... She couldn't hear what the 2 man outside had to say."
8120,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=375,2015-03-05T20:14:00,New Strausberg,"<blockquote><div><cite>Levis Avara <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23744284#p23744284"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">North Seas Confronting the fledgling navy </span><br/><br/>The Dreadnought chugged threw the frigid seas of the North breaking apart chunks of ice.Indeed the Altarians had expanded into the North Seas at a rapid rate and controlled a large part of its span.The Altarian Republic was amused at the Irons attempt of making a navy.They had centuries of experience and wondered how a land based nation would keep from throwing up rather then keep control of the ships from the relentless waves that battered them in this sundered part of the World.<br/><br/>A flotilla of ships was detected and the Dreadnoughts fired using its long range fire power from a distance. Destroyers and cruisers targeted the Ishmav ships and biplanes buzzed towards their targets. Th<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Dauntless Marches</span><br/>The Invasion force had reached the main battle field with a steady stream of supplies secured from the Nova Sea the land between Almain and Zadox was occupied.Namorn landing it was called with this strategic location troops come by the hundreds of thousands and fight mercilessly against the Hegemonic Forces the biplanes roar and scream across the sky bombarding forts and supply lines.This War has only just begun.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Full Speed Ahead</span><br/><br/>The Ishmav fleet soon came under attack, built as it was the Ishmav could take a few good hits and keep moving. The fleet had been special equipped with anti-air guns to account for such a surprise attack, for the most part the planes above where ignore however as troops scrambled to get ready from below. In the belly of the ship the engines where being rammed to there highest speed for ramming, every opportunity for close range combat was prefered, every man onboard each Ishmarv was 10x the fighter of any foreign enemy, at least in there minds. The ships charged ahead at full speed until...<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">CRASH!</span></span>the ships would collide and everyone would rush on deck to secure the ship and turn the guns onto the enemy, it was a blood bath, hoping to use the fact they would be blowing there own ships up in the process with there own men was the only hope of keeping safe from there guns at least for now. Meanwhile 3 ships had gone down to the long range guns of the Dreadnoughts, a fact that was quickly taken into account as one Ishmav crewmen quickly made there way for them, these ships would surely turn the tide of the war. All this was being broadcast back to the citadel over radio if the enemy would blow up there own ships it would make them monsters and they would have it on record."
8121,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=375,2015-03-05T20:17:00,New Strausberg,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23744524#p23744524"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Strausberg <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23744378#p23744378"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Confrontation</span><br/><br/>The wolf parked behind them blocking them in the alley way, ""Get on the ground!"" He shouted at the driver when he got out of the car his type-34 aimed at him as he walked closer, ""Any sudden moves I'll pain your blood across the walls."" He walked forward slowly and talked calmly, ""is the woman alright? Mrs!"" He shouted to her keeping his eyes on the man. He felt as if he knew the mans nationality but it was to dark to tell. ""Ma'am I want you to step out of the car now."" He demanded looking over his shoulder every now and then.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The man was so frightened he immediately dropped his flashlight. Its glass broke to pieces and the neon escaped. - ""All right pal, Just don't shoot! I have nothing to do with this mess! I swear!""<br/><br/>Meanwhile, The Woman paniced. She climbed to the front seat and with her able hand turned on the engines... She couldn't hear what the 2 man outside had to say.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>""Get the woman out off the car now!"" He said and moved closer putting a bull let into the tire Incase they tried to pull something they couldn't get away.""<br/><br/>""I got a few questions for her is all no one has to gets hurt"" he told him watching his every move closely."
8122,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=375,2015-03-05T20:22:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>Levis Avara <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23744284#p23744284"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">North Seas Confronting the fledgling navy </span><br/><br/>The Dreadnought chugged threw the frigid seas of the North breaking apart chunks of ice.Indeed the Altarians had expanded into the North Seas at a rapid rate and controlled a large part of its span.The Altarian Republic was amused at the Irons attempt of making a navy.They had centuries of experience and wondered how a land based nation would keep from throwing up rather then keep control of the ships from the relentless waves that battered them in this sundered part of the World.<br/><br/>A flotilla of ships was detected and the Dreadnoughts fired using its long range fire power from a distance. Destroyers and cruisers targeted the Ishmav ships and biplanes buzzed towards their targets. Th<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Dauntless Marches</span><br/>The Invasion force had reached the main battle field with a steady stream of supplies secured from the Nova Sea the land between Almain and Zadox was occupied.Namorn landing it was called with this strategic location troops come by the hundreds of thousands and fight mercilessly against the Hegemonic Forces the biplanes roar and scream across the sky bombarding forts and supply lines.This War has only just begun.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>To the north, The First harkback army have finished fortifying Western Goffsill in order to protect it from a potential attacks. Having nothing else to do, The Harkback Engineers offered support to the Altarians in building up their supply lines, airfields and naval ports in the area..."
8123,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=375,2015-03-05T20:32:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Strausberg <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23744619#p23744619"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23744524#p23744524"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>The man was so frightened he immediately dropped his flashlight. Its glass broke to pieces and the neon escaped. - ""All right pal, Just don't shoot! I have nothing to do with this mess! I swear!""<br/><br/>Meanwhile, The Woman paniced. She climbed to the front seat and with her able hand turned on the engines... She couldn't hear what the 2 man outside had to say.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>""Get the woman out off the car now!"" He said and moved closer putting a bull let into the tire Incase they tried to pull something they couldn't get away."" <br/><br/>""I got a few questions for her is all no one has to gets hurt"" he told him watching his every move closely.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>As the journalist finally stomped the right pedal, namely, the one responsible for pumping gas into the engines, the cab rocketed forward. It knocked over several trash cans and stacks of crates as it made its way out through the opposite end of the alley. The Smell of burned tire mixed with that of rotten garbage and Zadox's sewers now filled the air...<br/><br/>""My Cab!"" - The stranded cab driver screamed. - ""This has to happen to me..."""
8124,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=375,2015-03-05T20:35:00,New Strausberg,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23744763#p23744763"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Strausberg <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23744619#p23744619"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><br/>""Get the woman out off the car now!"" He said and moved closer putting a bull let into the tire Incase they tried to pull something they couldn't get away."" <br/><br/>""I got a few questions for her is all no one has to gets hurt"" he told him watching his every move closely.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>As the journalist finally stomped the right pedal, namely, the one responsible for pumping gas into the engines, the cab rocketed forward. It knocked over several trash cans and stacks of crates as it made its way out through the opposite end of the alley. The Smell of burned tire mixed with that of rotten garbage and Zadox's sewers now filled the air...<br/><br/>""My Cab!"" - The stranded cab driver screamed. - ""This has to happen to me...""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The wolf fired a few make shots before rushing to his car and following her, a beat up and gullet riddled car like that couldn't get far, especially with one flat tire in the back. He just had to wait for her to spin out then he would caught her. Following behind quickly he keep an eye on the car, even if she did manage to get far she would have to stop somewhere and he would be waiting."
8125,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=375,2015-03-05T20:59:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Strausberg <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23744787#p23744787"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23744763#p23744763"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>As the journalist finally stomped the right pedal, namely, the one responsible for pumping gas into the engines, the cab rocketed forward. It knocked over several trash cans and stacks of crates as it made its way out through the opposite end of the alley. The Smell of burned tire mixed with that of rotten garbage and Zadox's sewers now filled the air...<br/><br/>""My Cab!"" - The stranded cab driver screamed. - ""This has to happen to me...""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The wolf fired a few make shots before rushing to his car and following her, a beat up and gullet riddled car like that couldn't get far, especially with one flat tire in the back. He just had to wait for her to spin out then he would caught her. Following behind quickly he keep an eye on the car, even if she did manage to get far she would have to stop somewhere and he would be waiting.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>As expected, The Cab didn't get very far, especially since The Mysterious woman didn't know how to drive. After 100 meters, The vehicle went off the road, Broke through the expensive purple stained glass of Town Hall subway terminal and collided with a newspaper stand. She Jumped out of the car with her things and rushed down the stairwell. To her lack, the station was mostly deserted and nobody got injured. This also meant that there was noone to help her."
8126,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=375,2015-03-05T21:02:00,New Strausberg,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23745011#p23745011"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Strausberg <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23744787#p23744787"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>The wolf fired a few make shots before rushing to his car and following her, a beat up and gullet riddled car like that couldn't get far, especially with one flat tire in the back. He just had to wait for her to spin out then he would caught her. Following behind quickly he keep an eye on the car, even if she did manage to get far she would have to stop somewhere and he would be waiting.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>As expected, The Cab didn't get very far, especially since The Mysterious woman didn't know how to drive. After 100 meters, The vehicle went off the road, Broke through the expensive purple stained glass of Town Hall subway terminal and collided with a newspaper stand. She Jumped out of the car with her things and rushed down the stairwell. To her lack, the station was mostly deserted and nobody got injured. This also meant that there was noone to help her.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The wolf quickly ran after her, having been trained in harsh conditions he was much faster than an average human, he managed to make it in and see her running, this time he didn't waist energy shouting and rushed after her soon closing in on her. He was going to get the information he wanted even if he had to incapacitate her to get it."
8127,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=375,2015-03-05T21:18:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Strausberg <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23745049#p23745049"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23745011#p23745011"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>As expected, The Cab didn't get very far, especially since The Mysterious woman didn't know how to drive. After 100 meters, The vehicle went off the road, Broke through the expensive purple stained glass of Town Hall subway terminal and collided with a newspaper stand. She Jumped out of the car with her things and rushed down the stairwell. To her lack, the station was mostly deserted and nobody got injured. This also meant that there was noone to help her.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The wolf quickly ran after her, having been trained in harsh conditions he was much faster than an average human, he managed to make it in and see her running, this time he didn't waist energy shouting and rushed after her soon closing in on her. He was going to get the information he wanted even if he had to incapacitate her to get it.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The stairs leading to the train platform weren't very long. Only 2 floors separated the train platform from the surface. Just as above, the platforms were mostly deserted. Few People would visit this part of town at this hour... Save for 2 Man, Dressed in clothes very similar to those seen at the Town Hall. - ""I told you she would who up!"" - One man whispered to the other as the woman entered the platform. They pulled out their weapons and aimed them at her...<br/><br/>Meanwhile, A Train was approaching the station..."
8128,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=400,2015-03-05T21:33:00,New Strausberg,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23745184#p23745184"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Strausberg <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23745049#p23745049"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>The wolf quickly ran after her, having been trained in harsh conditions he was much faster than an average human, he managed to make it in and see her running, this time he didn't waist energy shouting and rushed after her soon closing in on her. He was going to get the information he wanted even if he had to incapacitate her to get it.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The stairs leading to the train platform weren't very long. Only 2 floors separated the train platform from the surface. Just as above, the platforms were mostly deserted. Few People would visit this part of town at this hour... Save for 2 Man, Dressed in clothes very similar to those seen at the Town Hall. - ""I told you she would who up!"" - One man whispered to the other as the woman entered the platform. They pulled out their weapons and aimed them at her...<br/><br/>Meanwhile, A Train was approaching the station...</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The Wolf managed to caught up with her and pulled her away from the line of fire just as he saw the other two, ""mind to stay put for second?"" He said unable to keep up the native accent any longer it annoyed him. He watched and loaded his pistol, ""so mind telling me who you are?"" He asked taking peaks over the concreat wall at the men."
8129,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=400,2015-03-05T21:44:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Strausberg <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23745310#p23745310"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23745184#p23745184"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>The stairs leading to the train platform weren't very long. Only 2 floors separated the train platform from the surface. Just as above, the platforms were mostly deserted. Few People would visit this part of town at this hour... Save for 2 Man, Dressed in clothes very similar to those seen at the Town Hall. - ""I told you she would who up!"" - One man whispered to the other as the woman entered the platform. They pulled out their weapons and aimed them at her...<br/><br/>Meanwhile, A Train was approaching the station...</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The Wolf managed to caught up with her and pulled her away from the line of fire just as he saw the other two, ""mind to stay put for second?"" He said unable to keep up the native accent any longer it annoyed him. He watched and loaded his pistol, ""so mind telling me who you are?"" He asked taking peaks over the concreat wall at the men.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Fae... Fae Dotte, Zadox Sentinel. I thought you were with them..."" - She said.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, the goons kept on shooting as they approached the Journalist and her protector. The Bullets also struck the Train that was entering the station, but its driver didn't notice Any of that..."
8130,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=400,2015-03-05T21:48:00,New Strausberg,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23745405#p23745405"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Strausberg <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23745310#p23745310"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>The Wolf managed to caught up with her and pulled her away from the line of fire just as he saw the other two, ""mind to stay put for second?"" He said unable to keep up the native accent any longer it annoyed him. He watched and loaded his pistol, ""so mind telling me who you are?"" He asked taking peaks over the concreat wall at the men.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Fae... Fae Dotte, Zadox Sentinel. I thought you were with them..."" - She said. <br/><br/>Meanwhile, the goons kept on shooting as they approached the Journalist and her protector. The Bullets also struck the Train that was entering the station, but its driver didn't notice it.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""If I was I would have shot you in alley."" He returned fire with his type-34 and managed to shoot the gun out of one of the goons hands, after noticing the train pull in he smiled, ""when train doors open you Rush in I will be right behind you don't stop running."" He changed his clip and shot at the both the goons."
8131,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=400,2015-03-05T22:02:00,Harkback Union,"The Doors of the subway<br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Carriage""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://media.getthefive.com/uploads/article_images/boardwalk-empire.jpg""/></div></div></div><br/>opened very soon and Fae rushed inside. The first attacker, surprised by the skill of the enemy and the loss of his firearm decided withdraw from the fight and head to the nearest phonebooth instead. Meanwhile his comrade Pulled out a machine gun and begun spraying The last known position of Wolf with.<br/><br/>The sound of Gunfire startled the metro's pilot. He immediately started the door closing procedure. - ""Ding, Ding! Attention! Doors closing..."" - Said warm male voice while bright red lights flashed at the edge of the platform."
8132,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=400,2015-03-05T22:11:00,New Strausberg,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23745575#p23745575"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Doors of the subway<br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Carriage""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://media.getthefive.com/uploads/article_images/boardwalk-empire.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div></div></div><br/>opened very soon and Fae rushed inside. The first attacker, surprised by the skill of the enemy and the loss of his firearm decided withdraw from the fight and head to the nearest phonebooth instead. Meanwhile his comrade Pulled out a machine gun and begun spraying The last known position of Wolf with. <br/><br/>The sound of Gunfire startled the metro's pilot. He immediately started the door closing procedure. - ""Ding, Ding! Attention! Doors closing..."" - Said warm male voice while bright red lights flashed at the edge of the platform.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Wolf ran for the door fireing his pistol I'm quick bursts before pulling the pin on a grenade and lobbing it towards the one trying to get away, just in time he dove between the closing doors and made it inside, he turned and fired at the man from the gap int he door before it closed and quickly moved away as to not get shot.<br/><br/>""Now I could really use that cigar..."" He chuckled and slowly looked at the woman as the train began to pull off."
8133,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=400,2015-03-06T05:54:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Strausberg <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23745659#p23745659"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23745575#p23745575"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Doors of the subway<br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Carriage""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://media.getthefive.com/uploads/article_images/boardwalk-empire.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div></div></div><br/>opened very soon and Fae rushed inside. The first attacker, surprised by the skill of the enemy and the loss of his firearm decided withdraw from the fight and head to the nearest phonebooth instead. Meanwhile his comrade Pulled out a machine gun and begun spraying The last known position of Wolf with. <br/><br/>The sound of Gunfire startled the metro's pilot. He immediately started the door closing procedure. - ""Ding, Ding! Attention! Doors closing..."" - Said warm male voice while bright red lights flashed at the edge of the platform.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Wolf ran for the door fireing his pistol I'm quick bursts before pulling the pin on a grenade and lobbing it towards the one trying to get away, just in time he dove between the closing doors and made it inside, he turned and fired at the man from the gap int he door before it closed and quickly moved away as to not get shot.<br/><br/>""Now I could really use that cigar..."" He chuckled and slowly looked at the woman as the train began to pull off.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Thanks for saving me..."" - Fae said with relief while she looked around. The carriage they were in was empty, aside from a stray dog hiding in a corner. It seemed starved and frightened. For a short while, she watched as the dog licked his dirty fur and then turned to man she just met. - ""Who are you?"" - She asked, still a little dazzled from recent events. - ""And why did you...""<br/><br/>Fae was interrupted by that fuzzy male voice that announced the closing of the doors earlier. - ""Attention passengers. Due to technical difficulties, The train will skip the next... two stations. We are sorry for the inconvenience caused. The Zadox Transport Trust cannot be held responsible for the delays. Thank you."""
8134,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=400,2015-03-06T06:17:00,United Soviet Jason Republic,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Dauntless Marches</span><br/><br/>During the time of the cease fire and the appearance of the break down of negotiations the Hegemony gave the order for the nearly 750,000 combatants in eastern Goffsill to dig in. This typically involved digging into the dirt to build trenches, traps and the placing of barbed wire. Artillery positions were set up, along with makeshift airfields. Supplies form the south and north flowed in.<br/><br/>The defensive line ran from the mountains north of Goffsill to the river that flowed through the country, creating a bottleneck. The line ran through the Zadox-Goffsill line, preventing it from being used on the eastern side of the river. On the south side of the river another defensive line was constructed from the bridge leading to Goffsill to the southern most mountains.<br/><br/>From Fort Serenity to the river another line was constructed. Thought Fort Serenity was not taken the fort was to be surrounded by a series of trenches. Artillery positions were set up outside the fort. As the digging was underway a new sinister tactic was devised to take the fort. Tunneling under ground, the Hegemony forces planned to place explosives under the enemy facility.<br/><br/>The troops waited for peace but prepared for war. Their dreams of returning home however were shattered when the first Altarians planes and assaults were reported in by short wave radio relays.<br/><br/>The war was suddenly brought back into full swing. Artillery strikes against the foes positions were carried out en mass, with thousands of shells being fired at the foe. In retaliation to the plans the Hegemony fired back with their anti-aircraft guns. The former Leto air force, massive in its numbers and experienced in the art of combat flying would once again take to the skies to dogfight their foe. They would also gather and relay intelligence on enemy positions from the skies.<br/><br/>A new development in war technology was finally made. In the south Leto aviation engineers developed a new type of aircraft: the bomber. With a closed cockpit and the ability to launch larger, more deadly bombs. Thought slow, these bombers had two gunners, stationed at the bow and stern of the aircraft, and could defend the craft. These new craft, usually deployed with a small fighter escort, would begin combat missions to bomb Altarian positions.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">City of Leto</span></span><br/><br/>Sailors kissed their loved ones goodbye as they prepared to set off in their ships. People waved flags, cheered and threw candy at their defenders. None of them knew the war had resumed. With one last blare of the horn the new group of ""underwater"" boats that would join their sister ships in the southern seas. The joy would soon end however. Ticket tape, radios and newspapers all blared the same news. The telegraph lines would report the engagement in the north. Horror was on everyone's minds.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">WAR!</span></span></span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Altarians Push against Hegemony in Goffsill</span></span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Altarians Attack in North Seas</span></span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Negotiations Break Down!</span></span>"
8135,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=400,2015-03-06T06:56:00,Harkback Union,"Secret Weapons Facility, Renorie.<br/><br/>""I'm not sure if its, feasible... but heck, Lets give it a try!"" - Doctor Rotwang told his collegue, who came up him some interesting weapon designs, inspired by the torpedoes they have recently begun producing.<br/><br/>The day after, Rotwang's engineers have prepared a prototype for testing at a nearby field. They removed the propellers from the rear of a torpedo and replaced the regular compressed air inside it with compressed hidrogen and oxigen, stored in separate tanks.<br/><br/>""This could make us a lot of money if it works."" - Noted rotwang, before ordering his man to start the timer that would open the valves inside the torpedo.<br/><br/>""5... 4... 3... 2... 1..."" - An assistant counted down.<br/><br/>The object took off with incredible speed, Leaving behind a trail of dense smoke. After a brief vertical flight, it begun to spin around violently. - ""Run!"" -Rotwang screamed as he ran for cover. His man followed soon after. They made it back to the forest just in time to avoid getting by the burning debris that littered the field as the torpedo exploded mid-air.<br/><br/>""It Works! It works!"" - Doctor Rotwang's Collegue noted happily.<br/><br/>""Patent Pending, Sir Cayley! We should start refining the design as soon as possible..."" - Added the Doctor.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Harkback""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Agents:<br/>Important<br/>- Mayor Ruebeck - DEAD - Elected Mayor of Zadox, In charge of the city's robust infrastructure projects. Perhaps Descendant of the once respected Ruebeck family, whom according to some old brick tablets governed Zadox for an entire Millenia. <br/>- Doctor Rotwang - Not much is known about him, Except for that He is a mad scientist and emperor of Renorie, who conquered the colony with the fortune he earned from inventing photography.<br/><br/>Minor:<br/>Zathel Wolhust - Daughter of The Legate, Leader of the 1st Aeroplane division<br/>Cams Wolhust - Son of the Legate, next to inherit role of legate.<br/>Morty Wolhust - The Legate<br/>The Man In Red - ?!?<br/>Fae Dotte - A collumist for the Zadox Sentinel<br/><br/>Forces:<br/>- The Sentinels - Guardians of the Harkback cult. They help wherever help is needed. When not patrolling the streets in search of fires and wrongdoers, they tend to the sick. Should they be called to arms, Each can be armed with a Repeater Rifle.<br/>- The Maritime Zadox - Large trade and whaling fleet, Completely unarmed but is large enough to move tens of thousands of tonnes of cargo a year from one port to another.<br/>- The Order of Rovu - Formed during the years of Isolation, A Cult specializing in the Occult. They are an underground organization operating from Zadox. They seek ancient knowledge.<br/>- 1st Harkback Aeroplane Division - Rouge air division financed by Rotwang Co. They fight for freedom above the skies of Renorie.<br/>- Zadox Sappers - A large Army engineering Corp, Responsible for defending harkback. They learn most of their tactics from Goffsill and frontline reporters.<br/>- The 1st Ectrüs infantry division. A Volunteer army. Main Bulk of the Harkback Forces<br/>- The 1st Manufactoria artilery division. A Motorized Artilery force. Its self-propelling guns aren't the most accurate, but have a decent range.<br/><br/>Infrastructure:<br/>(WONDERS)<br/>- The Mirror Pyramid - besides the dormant mountain survived the apocalypse with little to no harm. An enormous device is housed inside which can act as both a microscope and a telescope, though not at the same time. <br/>- Libraris Apocrypha - The Library of ancient history and science. This wonder makes Ectrüs a Very popular holiday destination among those in the Metroplex<br/>(POPULATION CENTERS)<br/>- Zadox Metroplex (Counts as 3 Item) - A Huge web of cities. 70% of the harkback live here.<br/>- Dunnrhof - Part of The Zadox Metroplex. Some of Its buildings are centuries old. Relics of the past litter the streets everywhere. The city is sparsely populated and has little industry. Fishing, Agriculture in the nearby towns however is significant and Dunnrhof acts as a local trade hub.<br/>- Ectrüs - NOT PART OF THE METROPLEX. City of the west. Its weather is cold but Sunny and is home to some of the happiest harkback in all of harkback. Its also where the Libraris Apocrypha is.<br/>(ECONOMY)<br/>- The Swirling mines - In the lands north of Zadox Metroplex, Wast tunnel network spire underground, dug by the miners in search of metals. Mostly copper can be found here, but some other strange, dark metals of little practical use is also present in significant quantities. Harkback laws limit miners to work no more then 3 years in the mines and must then find other employment as Prolonged work underground lead to many diseases, both physical and mental.<br/>- Framed Fields - The land surrounding Zadox was once completely naked. Entire forests were chopped down to make room for farmland. Recently however, weather change has devastated the farmland and so biologists suggested the replanting of trees around potato fields to protect them from high-speed winds. This wasn't enough. Heavy rains and cold weather were still devastating crops so Greenhouses and canals were built to keep plants warm and protected. The upside of greenhouses was that food could be grown in them even in the winter... but they were expensive to build and maintain. The 2 balanced out relatively well.<br/>- Manufactoria - Now Part of the Zadox Metroplex (doesn't count as item here), close by the Swirling mines. Thousands of workers toil tirelessly in the factory halls to build new stuff. Pianos, Tools, Books, Furniture, Glass, Copper pipes and other construction materials are also made along with the engines, Cars, Airships and home appliances, each in a separate production unit. Logistics, once organized Organized by the cult is now taken over by Mega-companies.<br/>- The Petrol Syndicate - Including The Harkback Railroad Company and General Diesel - Massive Harkback Companies led by greedy bureaucrats who seek to expand their business for more influence in the council. Harkback Railroads is behind constructing Freight transport lines and the Ectrüs-Zadox Line while General Diesel Is the first harkback company to refine gasoline and to produce airships, Diesel Trains and automobiles. They hake a million Model-H, A slow but very Cheap and reliable car every year, Now widespread in the harkback realm.<br/>- General Magnetic Corporation - The Competitor of the Petrol Syndicate. They control most of the electricity production, Tram and subway lines. They Produce telegraphs, Electric Vehicles and Industrial machinery.<br/>- Rotwang Co. - The Largest Company of the Harkback Colony, Renorie. Uses locally produced oil to produce medicine and shoots popular films in their movie Studios.<br/>- Facility HS - Secret Naval Factory at the shores of Renorie. A Secret project is underway here.<br/>(COLONIES)<br/>- Renorie - An Independent colony Run by the mad-scientist Rotwang. Lies on the shores of the north-Western continent. Is also Home of Rotwang Co., large Medicine and Moving Picture Producer.<br/><br/>Culture:<br/>- Sentientalism - According to the old brick tablets, Sentient creatures in the world must never be harmed or extorted in any way by a fellow sentient being. Peace, Cooperation and equality therefore is mandatory. The Cult holds these Ideas sacred and educates every harkback children to respect them.<br/>- Industrialism - The harkback dream of a future of comfort and prosperity and they believe Industry is their ticket there.<br/>- Swing - A New kind of Music Played often in Yoshiwara. Its still in its early days of maturity.<br/><br/>Knowledge:<br/><br/>-LEVEL 1-<br/>Everything.<br/><br/>-LEVEL 2-<br/>Everything.<br/><br/>-LEVEL 3-<br/>Everything</div></div></div>"
8136,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=400,2015-03-06T07:00:00,New Strausberg,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23748167#p23748167"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Strausberg <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23745659#p23745659"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Wolf ran for the door fireing his pistol I'm quick bursts before pulling the pin on a grenade and lobbing it towards the one trying to get away, just in time he dove between the closing doors and made it inside, he turned and fired at the man from the gap int he door before it closed and quickly moved away as to not get shot.<br/><br/>""Now I could really use that cigar..."" He chuckled and slowly looked at the woman as the train began to pull off.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Thanks for saving me..."" - Fae said with relief while she looked around. The carriage they were in was empty, aside from a stray dog hiding in a corner. It seemed starved and frightened. For a short while, she watched as the dog licked his dirty fur and then turned to man she just met. - ""Who are you?"" - She asked, still a little dazzled from recent events. - ""And why did you...""<br/><br/>Fae was interrupted by that fuzzy male voice that announced the closing of the doors earlier. - ""Attention passengers. Due to technical difficulties, The train will skip the next... two stations. We are sorry for the inconvenience caused. The Zadox Transport Trust cannot be held responsible for the delays. Thank you.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""My name...as far as you need know you may call me wolf..the reason I saved you is because you saw what I saw. This goes far more than simply your average news story."" He got up and broken cigar dispenser that has been put on the train, ""One of the good things about public transportation."" He chuckled and looked at her after the man announced that they would be skipping the next two stops<br/><br/>""Well this gives us time...now tell me what exactly happened tonight as far as I know your mayor just took a bullet to his face and things have done to hell. Perfect timeing with the war still brewing yes? The East stops attacking and suddenly it's a free for all."" He chuckled at the chaotic events.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Recreation</span><br/><br/>New designes from the south had quickly made there way north but there was a problems, the designs wouldn't work as well in the frozen north so a few modifications had been made. As well a artillery gun and anti-aircraft weapon where placed on the backs of these ships, it was obvious that the north could not fight them head on as they would like. So they would wait and destroy them from underneath. This underwater craft was named the Brisk, they would soon be sent all over the northern seas to help with the continue battles. Meanwhile the Ishmarv fleet continued its battle out in the open waters a few having managed to take and turn the guns of a few destroyers on the enemy cruisers. Still the air superiority of the enemy was a nusancy"
8137,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=400,2015-03-06T11:43:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Strausberg <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23748615#p23748615"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23748167#p23748167"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""Thanks for saving me..."" - Fae said with relief while she looked around. The carriage they were in was empty, aside from a stray dog hiding in a corner. It seemed starved and frightened. For a short while, she watched as the dog licked his dirty fur and then turned to man she just met. - ""Who are you?"" - She asked, still a little dazzled from recent events. - ""And why did you...""<br/><br/>Fae was interrupted by that fuzzy male voice that announced the closing of the doors earlier. - ""Attention passengers. Due to technical difficulties, The train will skip the next... two stations. We are sorry for the inconvenience caused. The Zadox Transport Trust cannot be held responsible for the delays. Thank you.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""My name...as far as you need know you may call me wolf..the reason I saved you is because you saw what I saw. This goes far more than simply your average news story."" He got up and broken cigar dispenser that has been put on the train, ""One of the good things about public transportation."" He chuckled and looked at her after the man announced that they would be skipping the next two stops <br/><br/>""Well this gives us time...now tell me what exactly happened tonight as far as I know your mayor just took a bullet to his face and things have done to hell. Perfect timeing with the war still brewing yes? The East stops attacking and suddenly it's a free for all."" He chuckled at the chaotic events.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Recreation</span><br/><br/>New designes from the south had quickly made there way north but there was a problems, the designs wouldn't work as well in the frozen north so a few modifications had been made. As well a artillery gun and anti-aircraft weapon where placed on the backs of these ships, it was obvious that the north could not fight them head on as they would like. So they would wait and destroy them from underneath. This underwater craft was named the Brisk, they would soon be sent all over the northern seas to help with the continue battles. Meanwhile the Ishmarv fleet continued its battle out in the open waters a few having managed to take and turn the guns of a few destroyers on the enemy cruisers. Still the air superiority of the enemy was a nusancy</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""I was following the man who shot the mayor from a hotel downtown to the town hall. You know what happened After, I suppose. From what I've witnessed, It seems very much as if those criminals were trying to seize power in secret... By the way, You didn't hurt the cab driver, did you? He had nothing to do with this."" - She spoke as the train passed through the first station. Unlike at the town hall, there were several dozen people waiting to use the subway and looked very disappointed as the cars went by. Shortly afterwards, The tunnel ended and the subway line shot out of the ground onto an elevated platform.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://ic.pics.livejournal.com/savolaynenn/29886882/97120/97120_original.jpg""/></div><br/><br/>""Manufactoria District, Please close all windows."" - The voice announced through the speakers. A forest of steel pylons, red brick Chimneys and concrete assembly halls rose around the passing train. They were illuminated by molten metal flowing through ""Steel Canals"", Bonfires rising from refineries and Red floodlights. Large clouds of black smoke, dust and vapor sailed across the sky, heading towards Saxon lands.<br/><br/>""If I could get to the ZBC Radio station in Yoshiwara, I could broadcast the audio recording I made at the Town hall and recover the pictures I took."" - Said Fae as she revealed the evidence she gathered to Wolf."
8138,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=400,2015-03-06T11:50:00,New Strausberg,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23750820#p23750820"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Strausberg <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23748615#p23748615"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""My name...as far as you need know you may call me wolf..the reason I saved you is because you saw what I saw. This goes far more than simply your average news story."" He got up and broken cigar dispenser that has been put on the train, ""One of the good things about public transportation."" He chuckled and looked at her after the man announced that they would be skipping the next two stops <br/><br/>""Well this gives us time...now tell me what exactly happened tonight as far as I know your mayor just took a bullet to his face and things have done to hell. Perfect timeing with the war still brewing yes? The East stops attacking and suddenly it's a free for all."" He chuckled at the chaotic events.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Recreation</span><br/><br/>New designes from the south had quickly made there way north but there was a problems, the designs wouldn't work as well in the frozen north so a few modifications had been made. As well a artillery gun and anti-aircraft weapon where placed on the backs of these ships, it was obvious that the north could not fight them head on as they would like. So they would wait and destroy them from underneath. This underwater craft was named the Brisk, they would soon be sent all over the northern seas to help with the continue battles. Meanwhile the Ishmarv fleet continued its battle out in the open waters a few having managed to take and turn the guns of a few destroyers on the enemy cruisers. Still the air superiority of the enemy was a nusancy</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""I was following the man who shot the mayor from a hotel downtown to the town hall. You know what happened After, I suppose. From what I've witnessed, It seems very much as if those criminals were trying to seize power in secret... By the way, You didn't hurt the cab driver, did you? He had nothing to do with this."" - She spoke as the train passed through the first station. Unlike at the town hall, there were several dozen people waiting to use the subway and looked very disappointed as the cars went by. Shortly afterwards, The tunnel ended and the subway line shot out of the ground onto an elevated platform. <br/><br/>""Manufactoria District, Please close all windows."" - The voice announced through the speakers. A forest of steel pylons, red brick Chimneys and concrete assembly halls rose around the passing train. They were illuminated by molten metal flowing through ""Steel Canals"", Bonfires rising from refineries and Red floodlights. Large clouds of black smoke, dust and vapor sailed across the sky, heading towards Saxon lands.<br/><br/>""If I could get to the ZBC Radio station in Yoshiwara, I could broadcast the audio recording I made at the Town hall and recover the pictures I took."" - Said Fae as she revealed the evidence she gathered to Wolf.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Wolf looked throught the pictures and took a couple of his own using a small camera. ""These could shake the nation to its very core. Make sure they stay safe."" He handed them back and looked around for a lighter and started to smoke, ""We will be stopping soon and from there I'm going to commander a car get you where you need to be."" He reloaded his type-34 and looked at the girl, ""Don't suppose you have a firearm on you?"" He said looking her over.<br/><br/>He planned out his next move while he waited for the doors to open, now that he had the pictures he needed to make sure the recording played. Something like this would give great momentum to the eastern forces looking for a reason to invade. They would be seen as liberators if war did come to it."
8139,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=400,2015-03-06T12:04:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Strausberg <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23750862#p23750862"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23750820#p23750820"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""I was following the man who shot the mayor from a hotel downtown to the town hall. You know what happened After, I suppose. From what I've witnessed, It seems very much as if those criminals were trying to seize power in secret... By the way, You didn't hurt the cab driver, did you? He had nothing to do with this."" - She spoke as the train passed through the first station. Unlike at the town hall, there were several dozen people waiting to use the subway and looked very disappointed as the cars went by. Shortly afterwards, The tunnel ended and the subway line shot out of the ground onto an elevated platform. <br/><br/>""Manufactoria District, Please close all windows."" - The voice announced through the speakers. A forest of steel pylons, red brick Chimneys and concrete assembly halls rose around the passing train. They were illuminated by molten metal flowing through ""Steel Canals"", Bonfires rising from refineries and Red floodlights. Large clouds of black smoke, dust and vapor sailed across the sky, heading towards Saxon lands.<br/><br/>""If I could get to the ZBC Radio station in Yoshiwara, I could broadcast the audio recording I made at the Town hall and recover the pictures I took."" - Said Fae as she revealed the evidence she gathered to Wolf.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Wolf looked throught the pictures and took a couple of his own using a small camera. ""These could shake the nation to its very core. Make sure they stay safe."" He handed them back and looked around for a lighter and started to smoke, ""We will be stopping soon and from there I'm going to commander a car get you where you need to be."" He reloaded his type-34 and looked at the girl, ""Don't suppose you have a firearm on you?"" He said looking her over. <br/><br/>He planned out his next move while he waited for the doors to open, now that he had the pictures he needed to make sure the recording played. Something like this would give great momentum to the eastern forces looking for a reason to invade. They would be seen as liberators if war did come to it.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""If I had a gun on me, I would have shot those bastards..."" - Fae uttered in an angry tone - ""Ruebeck... He was the greatest man in this entire city.""<br/><br/>The Train crossed the second station, where there were also some people waiting. Some wore strange masks to protect their lungs from the dust in the air. - ""I wonder why we wouldn't stop. It makes no sense to me..."" - Fae noted. - ""We have gone a long way from Yoshiwara by the way. This line will take us to Manufactoria Central. A really depressing place."""
8140,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=400,2015-03-06T12:13:00,New Strausberg,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23750968#p23750968"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Strausberg <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23750862#p23750862"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Wolf looked throught the pictures and took a couple of his own using a small camera. ""These could shake the nation to its very core. Make sure they stay safe."" He handed them back and looked around for a lighter and started to smoke, ""We will be stopping soon and from there I'm going to commander a car get you where you need to be."" He reloaded his type-34 and looked at the girl, ""Don't suppose you have a firearm on you?"" He said looking her over. <br/><br/>He planned out his next move while he waited for the doors to open, now that he had the pictures he needed to make sure the recording played. Something like this would give great momentum to the eastern forces looking for a reason to invade. They would be seen as liberators if war did come to it.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""If I had a gun on me, I would have shot those bastards..."" - Fae uttered in an angry tone - ""Ruebeck... He was the greatest man in this entire city.""<br/><br/>The Train crossed the second station, where there were also some people waiting. Some wore strange masks to protect their lungs from the dust in the air. - ""I wonder why we wouldn't stop. It makes no sense to me..."" - Fae noted. - ""We have gone a long way from Yoshiwara by the way. This line will take us to Manufactoria Central. A really depressing place.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Then we will take a train from central to Yoshiwara, here protect yourself."" Wolf gave her the type-34 and a few clips before taking out of his coat pocket a волки проклятие (Wolf Bane) revolver, modified to fire rounds faster. The type of revolver was only manufactured in the Depostism, ""How long untill we make it to central?"""
8141,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=400,2015-03-06T12:49:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Strausberg <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23751031#p23751031"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23750968#p23750968"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""If I had a gun on me, I would have shot those bastards..."" - Fae uttered in an angry tone - ""Ruebeck... He was the greatest man in this entire city.""<br/><br/>The Train crossed the second station, where there were also some people waiting. Some wore strange masks to protect their lungs from the dust in the air. - ""I wonder why we wouldn't stop. It makes no sense to me..."" - Fae noted. - ""We have gone a long way from Yoshiwara by the way. This line will take us to Manufactoria Central. A really depressing place.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Then we will take a train from central to Yoshiwara, here protect yourself."" Wolf gave her the type-34 and a few clips before taking out of his coat pocket a волки проклятие (Wolf Bane) revolver, modified to fire rounds faster. The type of revolver was only manufactured in the Depostism, ""How long untill we make it to central?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""We should arrive any moment now.The Zadox subway is the fastest in the world, or so I was told. You should hold onto something as we stop or you'll fall."" - Explained Fae. The Train soon pulled the breaks and quickly slowed down.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://media.sdreader.com/img/photos/2013/07/31/Lisbon_Metro_Station_t670_t670.jpg?b3f6a5d7692ccc373d56e40cf708e3fa67d9af9d""/></div></div></div><br/><br/>""Manufactoria Central, Terminus. Have a nice day."" - The speakers spoke again. The doors were about to open... The terminal was surrounded by man in black uniforms and suits. They each some sort of firearm, ranging from revolvers to ""Tonny guns"" and seemed very eager to use them. There were no civilians in the area."
8142,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=400,2015-03-06T13:24:00,New Strausberg,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23751311#p23751311"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Strausberg <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23751031#p23751031"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""Then we will take a train from central to Yoshiwara, here protect yourself."" Wolf gave her the type-34 and a few clips before taking out of his coat pocket a волки проклятие (Wolf Bane) revolver, modified to fire rounds faster. The type of revolver was only manufactured in the Depostism, ""How long untill we make it to central?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""We should arrive any moment now.The Zadox subway is the fastest in the world, or so I was told. You should hold onto something as we stop or you'll fall."" - Explained Fae. The Train soon pulled the breaks and quickly slowed down.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://media.sdreader.com/img/photos/2013/07/31/Lisbon_Metro_Station_t670_t670.jpg?b3f6a5d7692ccc373d56e40cf708e3fa67d9af9d""/></div></div></div><br/><br/>""Manufactoria Central, Terminus. Have a nice day."" - The speakers spoke again. The doors were about to open... The terminal was surrounded by man in black uniforms and suits. They each some sort of firearm, ranging from revolvers to ""Tonny guns"" and seemed very eager to use them. There were no civilians in the area.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""That explains a bit...."" He groaned and looked at the woman, ""I need you to hold your breath..."" He took out a canister and put on some goggles grabbing the woman's hand before pulling the pin and throwing it. Soon a thick layer of smoke covered the terminal as he picked up the woman running for the nearest cover he could reach as bullets started to fly."
8143,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=400,2015-03-06T13:48:00,Harkback Union,"The Loud roar of the Guns echoed across the station as they sprayed the carriages with lead, turning them into cheddar cheese. The Gunman didn't expect the smoke screen though. The clips soon ran out from the tonny guns and the terminal became silent.<br/><br/>""Are they dead yet?"" - Asked someone while reloading his gun?<br/><br/>""Just Keep shooting!"" - Said someone else.<br/><br/>Fae held back her breath and prayed to the spirits..."
8144,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=400,2015-03-06T13:57:00,New Strausberg,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23751805#p23751805"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Loud roar of the Guns echoed across the station as they sprayed the carriages with lead, turning them into cheddar cheese. The Gunman didn't expect the smoke screen though. The clips soon ran out from the tonny guns and the terminal became silent.<br/><br/>""Are they dead yet?"" - Asked someone while reloading his gun?<br/><br/>""Just Keep shooting!"" - Said someone else.<br/><br/>Fae held back her breath and prayed to the spirits...</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Wolf held the girl close to him as he smiled and watched the chaos, he had managed to hide away Im a side room away from the gunfire. ""That was close..."" He said as the smoke began to clear. He needed to think of something quickly and got an idea. ""Take your shoes off now."" He demanded taking out a grenade and placing them his shoes at the edge of the door where they could be seen if someone walked by.<br/><br/>After taking the girl out of the room he rigged the door to explode if someone tried to open it and silently carried the girl into the central terminal where they could find a train headed for there destination. ""They shouldn't know we are here if we keep quiet...he said watching there confusion if they where lucky they would hopefully think they died in the closet explosion if they found it. ""We need that train quickly help me find it."
8145,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=400,2015-03-06T17:49:00,Levis Avara,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">North Seas,Naval Battle</span><br/><br/>The Irons would try to take their own ships but it wouldn't be that easy.The men fought with ferocity and had the advantage sense they where more skilled and knew the how to use the surroundings to their liking.Also while a few destroyers where rammed and boarded their was a problem with the Ishmav.Slow very slow the Destroyers could easily out pace them since their Battleships and with one torpedo the massive ships would sink without problem.Has men fought in close quarters using bayonets and tried to flank them ,they fought with zeal and determination the Altarians where the true warriors of the World it was hard to think of A country they hadn't invaded or fought and all enemies they had faced so far had been defeated with this they where sure this ship would not be taken.Meanwhile it was a mass mistake to try to target the Dreadnoughts indeed they continued to fire at the enemy ships burned to flames smoke engulfing the sky a stark contrast to cold environment. It wouldn't be long before they would sink.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bython Union</span><br/><br/>A white flag of truce along with the flag of Altaria flew on over the ship.They had reached the strange simple port city of Foredidd. Diplomats had been sent to negotiate a peace treaty with the Union it had been decades since Rhydidd was conquered and hopefully they had moved certainly the Altarians had.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Circle of Magi:Dragon Age</span>(One Item)<br/>At the University of Aurelius it was a usual day.Their where only about 500 students capable of Magic here and it was a shadow of itself indeed when Aurelius founded the school at first.Capable of seating thousands of students it was a bit sad now. Professor Tavius held his staff has it glowed with energy his grey eyes and beard glasses and green and brown robes gave a look of wisdom.""IS this how Mages are supposed to fight!?"" ""My my this is pathetic now the lot of you fight harder,you their boy give me fifty push ups this isn't a game!"" The mages fought harder shooting bursts of fire and lighting. Tavius sighed.These where the only capable wizards that could be found the rest where spread so thin across Altaria and the Powers above knows how thin across the world.<br/><br/>His co worker appeared in a flash of light.She was a healing and protective yMage one of the rarest in the world . Young in her mid twenties and wore what appeared to be ram horns and a robe from what looked like the Middle Ages,well nobody said Mages where supposed to be fashionable.""Tara darling great to see you so have your travels been?"" He asked hugging her.""Wonderful Tavius but I'll explain in detail later,you have to see what I've discovered it could change the world"".He frowned but knew she was right from the look of excitement on her young face.""Well lets see it' he said<br/><br/>She brought him to Kings Landing the tallest mountain in Arcea Island and showed him the sight that took the breath from him. A dragon beast of legend all powerful all magnificent flying with it's wings spread over the sun red and black patterns covered his body it was the largest aniamal he seen .""By the gods..."" he said a very old saying before Vorinism had risen.""Its,its..."".""The Dragon Gods worshiped in the Twilight Age until the Illuminated Age ironically not by the Arceans themselves but by every other tribe on this island"".""Of course their not gods really but it's a sign that magic has returned to the World and this time to stay"". She quickly raised her staff to deflect a powerful ball of fire the Dragon shot at them.It roared shaking the land its horns faced them menacingly.<br/><br/>They teleported to a safer location.""I don't understand Dragons have never been recorded to exist in Arcea ever,what do you mean they have returned and brought back Magic permanently?"" "" What I meant was that they existed beyond our dimension it's very complicated but our two worlds the Natural and Supernatural are colliding at least here it means that a lot more Mages will be born again it's unknown how this will effect the rest of the World though"".""Its amazing"" he said. ""Yes it is now come on lets bring the good news"" she said smiling.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Knowledge:&lt;all lvl one three and two techs,and Magic&gt;<br/>Combustion,Telecommunications,Flight,Organic Chemistry,Motion Picture,Electirc Power,Electric Lights<br/>Forces<br/>Navy:<br/>1st Altarian Fleet<br/>2nd Altarian Fleet<br/>3rd Altarian Fleet<br/>4th Altarian Fleet<br/>5th Altarian Fleet<br/>6th Fleet<br/>7th Fleet<br/>Army:<br/>Tank Division<br/>1st Infantry<br/>2nd Infantry<br/>3rd Infantry<br/>4th Infantry<br/>5th Infantry<br/>Air Force:<br/>1st Air Fleet<br/>2nd Air Fleet<br/>Spy Network:<br/>Nova Opus<br/>Infrastructure<br/>Iberia Region<br/>Aurora City<br/>Industrial Sector<br/>Special Infrastructure: Verdia Island<br/>Orion City<br/>Leon Agricultural sector<br/>Arcea City<br/>Arvenia City<br/>New Altaria<br/>West Colonies<br/>New Avon City<br/>Island Colonies<br/>Balcor Colonies<br/>Vela City<br/>Sherman Dam<br/>Los Fierro City<br/>San Arcadia City<br/>Rhydidd City<br/>Naples Colony<br/>Centauri Colonies<br/>New Zyras<br/>Harndar Colonies<br/><br/>Culture<br/>Altarian Forum<br/>Altarian Dream</div></div></div>"
8146,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=400,2015-03-07T09:50:00,Pac Kindom,"<blockquote><div><cite>Levis Avara <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23755248#p23755248"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bython Union</span><br/><br/>A white flag of truce along with the flag of Altaria flew on over the ship.They had reached the strange simple port city of Foredidd. Diplomats had been sent to negotiate a peace treaty with the Union it had been decades since Rhydidd was conquered and hopefully they had moved certainly the Altarians had.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Foredidd</span><br/><br/>Huw Owen sat behind a desk set up on the harbor side watching the Altarian ship come in to port and he though "" these terms are too weak"" as he waited he tried to to spot the sharp shooters hidden in the building around him. As the ship came came close to the dock a lould speaker begain to play a message in Altarian ""Only 3 people may leave the the ship and no more""<br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Coast of Leto</span><br/><br/>The second fleet was guarding a feet of transports ships an landing ships containing the Bython Expeditionary Force. the lead Captain picked up the radio and stating to Speak ""This is Captain Jones we are here to aide you in your fight against the Altarians, may we lad our forces""<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Bython Union""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""> <span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Agent</span> </span> (3)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Maelor Pritchett</span> A great inventor.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Huw Owen</span> A great Explorer.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Robat Dey </span> Most Power full of the Bython Mystics<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Forces</span></span> (13)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bython Intel Agency (BIA)</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Bython Guard, Bython Foreign Legion, Bython Expeditionary Force</span> (2)<br/>100 Powered Cavalry (Tanks) <a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Renault_FT"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Renault_FT</a><br/>50,000 foot soldiers, 500 The Machine Gunners, 500 QF 13-pounder and 500 QF 18-pounder <br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">]Cities Guard</span> <br/>220,000 foot soldiers, 11,00 The Machine Gunners, 5,500 QF 13-pounder and 5,500 QF 18-pounder <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">]Bython Home Fleet, 2nd Fleet, 3rd Fleet,4th Fleet,5th Fleet,6th Fleet</span> (6)<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/S-class_destroyer_&amp;#40;1916&amp;"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/S-class_de ... &amp;#40;1916&amp;</a>#41; *25<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Danae-class_cruiser"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Danae-class_cruiser</a> *20<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Renown-class_battlecruiser"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Renown-class_battlecruiser</a> * 15<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Iron_Duke-class_battleship"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Iron_Duke-class_battleship</a> * 10<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/British_L-class_submarine"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/British_L-class_submarine</a> *30<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Bython Air fleet, 2nd Air Fleet </span> <br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hawker_Hart#Demon"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hawker_Hart#Demon</a> *150<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Infrastructure</span></span> (11)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Conwy</span> This town is set stride a river which flows thro the town in to the port and out to sea. Town surround the port and train station.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Caernarfon</span> A town in a valley to the west of Conwy. Town surround an central square and train station.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Borthiant</span>A town in a valley to the east of Conwy. Town surround an central square and train station.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Caer</span> An old large prison and mine complex. Now it more resembles an old Norman castle with large gray stone walls with a large temple and gardens.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cloddfa</span> A mine complex and a Town surround an central square and train station.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Foroedd</span> This town is built next to a large bay Town surround the port and train station.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Douglas</span> A Factory complex and a Town surround an central square and train station.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Nantes</span> A mine complex and a Town surround an central square and train station.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Zon'friex</span> Once a collection of underground vaults and now has became a bustling city with a labyrinth made of roads and corridors that connect to districts <br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Ar'forgual Aerodrome</span> The first city that is made outside of the city of Zon'frex. It is a nexus for the Stao'nonxizil's own airships <br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Gyr'flow[b] Known as the deepest fissure in the lands that the Stao'nonxizil have occupied and the riches of its mineral wealth. This is also the town that has rested on the very walls and the homesteads that have settled on the valley itself.<br/><br/>[b]<span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Special Infrastructure</span> </span> (4)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Rheilffordd</span> These railroads connect the cities and towns of the Union. <br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bython Airfield </span> an aerodrome was built with paved runways <br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Maes Olew</span> An oil field/Refinery in the north of Bython<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Chrea Center </span> Factory . Tools, appliances, Motorbikes, Planes, Tanks, guns and Medicines, shipped all over the Union.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Culture</span> </span> (1)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bython Code </span> The Bythons are fare, free, people who live by the code honor thy Father, Protect the weak, be loyal to friends and family<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Magic</span> </span> (2) <br/>Sense The ability to sense the life force of the people around them.<br/>Touch The ability to inference the people around them.<br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">[b]Knowledge: </span><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">-LEVEL 1, 2, 3</span> (All)<br/><br/>The Union is an oligarchy ruled by the Cast Council. Although there is a capital city ,Conwy the Cast Council can meet in any City. The Cast Council is made up of eight individuals, two from the 4 main Cast ,Warrior, Builder, Grower and Teacher .<br/>The Builder cast controls all types of construction mine and Manufacture and are based in Cloddfa.<br/>The Grower cast controls all types of food production and are based in Borthiant.<br/>The Warrior Cast is responsible for the safety of the and the security of the Union and are based in Conwy.<br/>The Teacher Cast is responsible for the teaching of the Union young and all research and development. They are based in Caernarfon.<br/>The Religious Cast at this time number about 10 individuals . They are based in Caer.</div></div></div>"
8147,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=400,2015-03-07T09:52:00,Levis Avara,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Dauntless March</span><br/><br/>The Altarians set up anti aircraft artilliery around the Namorn posts and near Fort Serenity they constructed trenches knowing this war would be a long one.At night mines would be put at strategic positions where leto troops would be marching and where sappers would try to blow up the Altarian positions.The Altarians returned firepower at the Serenity trenches the the Artillery shells screaming across the environment<br/><br/>More advanced tanks where being designed has well less primitive then the earlier tank designs that had difficulty moving through the landscape.The Levi S14 was invented and sent to the Battle field that would break this stalemate they would move on to the trenches surrounding Fort Serenity and where very resistant to the machine gun and rifle gun that where the trenches main defense.<br/><br/>More Biplanes where dog fighting but they where feeling the pressure of the overwhelmingly bigger Leto Air force but anti aircraft artillery would help add relief.<br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Arcea City,Arcean Isles</span><br/>The people had gather in the hundreds of thousands to here the Presidents speech In front of the Provincial Capitol building.""The Liberals in Capitol Hill may shout tyranny for this war the Hegemonic War but I say to be against this war is Altarian hatemonger of the highest degree"".""We will salute our proud Soldiers who fight for the lives of the innocent and for our own"".""Which is why with the help of you the common citizen we shall sweep this plain,and strike a clear message to our foes"".""Altaria shall prevail!""<br/><br/>The people cheered in response war morale was still high. More troops across the Federation swelled to join the Army and Navy it was thought generally that Altaria had the largest population in the World and they felt united against this great foe."
8148,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=400,2015-03-07T11:30:00,United Soviet Jason Republic,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Bagghar</span></span><br/><span style=""font-size: 50%; line-height: 116%;"">SIC</span><br/><br/>The governor of Leto, Kader Wadud Ali, and General Varota Al-Ada met in the town hall in the city. The room was empty. Around them maps, clay troop markers showed the positions of the Hegemony army and known enemy movements. The Governor was dressed in a more traditional Leto business suit. He wore a green robe and a red fez. His general wore more modern attire. The Iron Despotism uniform looked slim and fitting on the military man.<br/><br/>""The Altarian have started to supply troops to the Goffsill front. As of now the Citadel's troops have replaced our own units in the area as a result of this operation,"" Al-Ada said, moving the markers representing Leto troops from the area. ""We have given the Czar two operations. He has decided to go for the Gambit."" Once again the clay markers were moved into position. ""Yesterday the order was given for Southern Units to withdraw and reposition themselves for the coming assault. We have left the Citadel with enough air power to remain above Altaria. We are currently moving our units by rail. Once they arrive in the staging zone we are preparing them for the assault. It will be nothing less then one bloodthirsty push against the foe."" The Governor looked at the battle plan. He liked it a lot. It was unique. Special. Entirely overlooked.<br/><br/>""How is the naval front"" The Governor asked, looking up at the general. The man did not look happy at that question.<br/>""Bad. We have reports of Altaria engaging ships in the North Sea. We can assume they are moving south. We have the U-Boats on patrol and they are ordered to sink any ship flying an Altarian flag. We cannot hope to take them on equal waters. We have to limit them in some capacity. Our navy can possible fight one engagement to stem the tide of their fleet, but after that it is worthless. We just need to make the coast so high that they don't come back."" The General looked at the Governor. He did not look happy.<br/><br/>""The Gambit must happen."" The Governor said, looking at the General.<br/>""It will soon m'lord,"" the General said.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Southern Coast of Leto</span></span><br/><br/>The arrival of the Bython Union was a shock to the leaders of the south. They hoped that the country would join in the fighting, but they did not know how that would play out. Now, it worked for the better. Now there was maybe hope of defending the seas. In response to Captain Jones the Hegemony goverment told the units to land and head north. A special communication was sent back to the Union.<br/><br/><dl class=""codebox""><dt>Code: <a href=""#"" onclick=""selectCode(this); return false;"">Select all</a></dt><dd><code>To: The Bython Union<br/>From: General Al-Ada, Eastern Hegemony <br/>Encryption: Medium<br/>We are glad that you are now our comrade. Our forces on the continent are in a good position. We are preparing a new assault that we hope will end the war. We kindly request that our navies join forces to fight the enemy threat. We would also like to request that you destroy enemy colonies and prevent them from cooperating in the war effort. <br/></code></dd></dl><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Northern Coast of Leto</span></span><br/><br/>The Southern Core of the Eastern Hegemony Navy was a proud group of ships. Containing three Dreadnoughts, ten destroyers, two aircraft carriers, five cruisers and ten new U-boats it was small compared to the enemy threat. However, it had one trick. The U-boats.<br/><br/>The submersible craft were ordered out into the waters near Leto, in between Altaria and the south. Their mission was to destroy any enemy vessels. As the ten craft hunted in the waters the Leto fleet sailed north along The Township of Southern Ameralite. They were ordered to stay in radio contact with the shore at all times as they sailed north."
8149,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=400,2015-03-07T11:31:00,New Strausberg,"<blockquote><div><cite>Levis Avara <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23762252#p23762252"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Dauntless March</span><br/><br/>The Altarians set up anti aircraft artilliery around the Namorn posts and near Fort Serenity they constructed trenches knowing this war would be a long one.At night mines would be put at strategic positions where leto troops would be marching and where sappers would try to blow up the Altarian positions.The Altarians returned firepower at the Serenity trenches the the Artillery shells screaming across the environment <br/><br/>More advanced tanks where being designed has well less primitive then the earlier tank designs that had difficulty moving through the landscape.The Levi S14 was invented and sent to the Battle field that would break this stalemate they would move on to the trenches surrounding Fort Serenity and where very resistant to the machine gun and rifle gun that where the trenches main defense.<br/><br/>More Biplanes where dog fighting but they where feeling the pressure of the overwhelmingly bigger Leto Air force but anti aircraft artillery would help add relief.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bombardment of Leto Coastline</span><br/><br/>Where Leto had Air Supremacy Altaria had Naval Supremacy. The Luna Fleet had reached the Leto coastline and began it's bombardment of coastal cities and towns.The Altarians had hoped it wouldn't have come to this but the Letos corrupted and unrighteous choice in invading the innocent nation of Goffstill was their doing.The shelling streaked across from the Battleships it was long ranged to avoid enemy firepower submarines scouted the area and destroyers and Battle Cruisers has well has Carriers with biplanes surrounded it.This was one of the Townships of Amerilite on the Southern Coast all townships and major port cities where bombarded in this manner has well.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Arcea City,Arcean Isles</span><br/>The people had gather in the hundreds of thousands to here the Presidents speech In front of the Provincial Capitol building.""The Liberals in Capitol Hill may shout tyranny for this war the Hegemonic War but I say to be against this war is Altarian hatemonger of the highest degree"".""We will salute our proud Soldiers who fight for the lives of the innocent and for our own"".""Which is why with the help of you the common citizen we shall sweep this plain,and strike a clear message to our foes"".""Altaria shall prevail!""<br/><br/>The people cheered in response war morale was still high. More troops across the Federation swelled to join the Army and Navy it was thought generally that Altaria had the largest population in the World and they felt united against this great foe.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Destroy Serenity</span><br/><br/>The time had finally come, 24 tons of explosives had managed to make its way underneath the fort that stalled the advance of the Depostism for so long, with the march of the altarian troops close by now was the time. In a feeble attempt to defeat the East on land once the enemy had gotten close enough<span style=""font-weight: bold"">BOOM!</span>the entire fort went up in explosives while artillery rained down not he advancing enemy. Machine guns picked off any enemies foolish enough to try and get close as mines had been laid far in advance.<br/><br/>The enemy was marching to there deaths, not only this but as added measure the east had learned far long ago what great weapons of war tanks could be, they had set special emplacements to knocking out tanks. The east was dug in and now with the destruction of fort serenity things where going to be a lot easier.<br/><br/>Overhead Leto planes that had been in support of Depostist forces rained fire from the sky's, if the alterans wanted a war now it was going to be given to them. Everyone dug in for the assault anyone who dared retreat was to be shot for cowardness no prisoners would be taken this war was far from over.<br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Seas of Change</span><br/><br/>With the sea battle not going well in Depostist favour a quick action was taken, the commanders slowed there ships and raised a white flag to signal surrender. This was to stave off further losses with only s few ships captured and the Dreadnoughts destorying what could get close word was sent back to the citadel of the goings on. in the end vital information was learned and all across the coast naval defenses where being prepared the enemy would have a hard time getting close. Special artillery guns the same used to protect the citadel and major infistructure locations where being built these guns would be key to taking out the Dreadnoughts."
8150,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=400,2015-03-07T14:00:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Strausberg <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23751907#p23751907"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23751805#p23751805"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Loud roar of the Guns echoed across the station as they sprayed the carriages with lead, turning them into cheddar cheese. The Gunman didn't expect the smoke screen though. The clips soon ran out from the tonny guns and the terminal became silent.<br/><br/>""Are they dead yet?"" - Asked someone while reloading his gun?<br/><br/>""Just Keep shooting!"" - Said someone else.<br/><br/>Fae held back her breath and prayed to the spirits...</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Wolf held the girl close to him as he smiled and watched the chaos, he had managed to hide away Im a side room away from the gunfire. ""That was close..."" He said as the smoke began to clear. He needed to think of something quickly and got an idea. ""Take your shoes off now."" He demanded taking out a grenade and placing them his shoes at the edge of the door where they could be seen if someone walked by. <br/><br/>After taking the girl out of the room he rigged the door to explode if someone tried to open it and silently carried the girl into the central terminal where they could find a train headed for there destination. ""They shouldn't know we are here if we keep quiet...he said watching there confusion if they where lucky they would hopefully think they died in the closet explosion if they found it. ""We need that train quickly help me find it.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Wolf and Fae made it to the next train unharmed and unnoticed. At first, The operator was reluctant to leave as he was given explicit orders not to, but a little convincing made him change his mind. After 22 minutes spent in the Zadox underground, the two arrived the the ZBC headquarters station.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""https://s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com/originals/42/eb/db/42ebdb6793cec79aff03b76599210d00.jpg""/></div><br/><br/>""This is the place."" - Fae said. - ""We made it! I can't believe we made it! Will you come in? My boss would surely reward you with a big pile of credits If he learned about what you did for me."""
8151,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=400,2015-03-07T14:15:00,New Strausberg,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23765172#p23765172"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Strausberg <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23751907#p23751907"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Wolf held the girl close to him as he smiled and watched the chaos, he had managed to hide away Im a side room away from the gunfire. ""That was close..."" He said as the smoke began to clear. He needed to think of something quickly and got an idea. ""Take your shoes off now."" He demanded taking out a grenade and placing them his shoes at the edge of the door where they could be seen if someone walked by. <br/><br/>After taking the girl out of the room he rigged the door to explode if someone tried to open it and silently carried the girl into the central terminal where they could find a train headed for there destination. ""They shouldn't know we are here if we keep quiet...he said watching there confusion if they where lucky they would hopefully think they died in the closet explosion if they found it. ""We need that train quickly help me find it.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Wolf and Fae made it to the next train unharmed and unnoticed. At first, The operator was reluctant to leave as he was given explicit orders not to, but a little convincing made him change his mind. After 22 minutes spent in the Zadox underground, the two arrived the the ZBC headquarters station. <br/><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""https://s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com/originals/42/eb/db/42ebdb6793cec79aff03b76599210d00.jpg""/></div><br/><br/>""This is the place."" - Fae said. - ""We made it! I can't believe we made it! Will you come in? My boss would surely reward you with a big pile of credits If he learned about what you did for me.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>Wolf was a bit cautious and decided it couldn't hurt anything. ""Alright let's get going."" He sad as he walked her in a hand left inside of his coat pocket. He still didn't trust anything and he needed that message broadcast. ""The sooner that message gets played the sooner I'll feel,better."" He said light a cigar. Looking around it was a nice place hopefully no one would notice his nationality."
8152,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=400,2015-03-07T14:35:00,Harkback Union,"""THIS IS INSANITY!"" - Screamed a harkback engineer as he looked at the blueprints tossed in front of him. - ""How are we even going to transport the munitions for this behemoth?""<br/><br/>""We won't need to"" - Answered a General - ""The Munitions will be assembled on-sight. Now get your man working on assembling the machine. We need to build this thing in a matter of days if we are to make a difference with it.<br/><br/>The Lights begun flickering in the bunker as the earth trembled. - ""What could have caused that? Are they selling us?"" - Someone said.<br/><br/>""I doubt it. Lets go outside and take a look."" - Came the reply from the general.<br/><br/>The man walked through a narrow and dim tunnel until they arrived at a metal hatch. They opened it and walked into the light.<br/><br/>Outside, A Huge cloud of smoke rose in the distance. - ""My god. Have our enemies beaten us to the... doomsday device?""<br/><br/>""All the more reason to build our own as soon as possible."" - The engineers and officers qucikly boarded their jeep which took them to a nearby construction site. Massive Trucks, Landships and trains brought concrete, Copper Cables, steel machine parts and large, lengthy barrels to a hilltop where a Mushroom-like structure was being eracted. It was named Fort Brotherhood by high command, though it held little resemblance to a fort. It housed a single weapon. An massive web of coils the Harkback hoped would turn the tide of war...<br/><br/>The fort's construction site was at the edge of the harkback frontlines, To the west of Goffsill. Man worked day and night to bring it to completion and the 1st harkback army made sure its well protected.<br/><br/><br/>Meanwhile...<br/>Word has been given to the attacking Altarian groups that squadrons of friendly aircraft would support their advance and soon, The first harkback air division showed up."
8153,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=425,2015-03-07T15:06:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Strausberg <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23765367#p23765367"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23765172#p23765172"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Wolf and Fae made it to the next train unharmed and unnoticed. At first, The operator was reluctant to leave as he was given explicit orders not to, but a little convincing made him change his mind. After 22 minutes spent in the Zadox underground, the two arrived the the ZBC headquarters station. <br/><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""https://s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com/originals/42/eb/db/42ebdb6793cec79aff03b76599210d00.jpg""/></div><br/><br/>""This is the place."" - Fae said. - ""We made it! I can't believe we made it! Will you come in? My boss would surely reward you with a big pile of credits If he learned about what you did for me.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>Wolf was a bit cautious and decided it couldn't hurt anything. ""Alright let's get going."" He sad as he walked her in a hand left inside of his coat pocket. He still didn't trust anything and he needed that message broadcast. ""The sooner that message gets played the sooner I'll feel,better."" He said light a cigar. Looking around it was a nice place hopefully no one would notice his nationality.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Fae led Wolf inside. She showed her badge at the reception and ensured the guards that her companion means no harm. An elevator took them up the the 39th floor, where Fae's boss was already waiting in his office. - ""Ah, My Favourite Collumist! Did you get that front page story you promised?"" - He said in a happy tone while he stood up from his chair to grab some fine Goff Wine. His hands were a little shaky as he poured the illegal substance in 3 uniform glasses. Behind him, The lights of Zadox put up a phenomenal show.<br/><br/>""More then that! This has to be on air, right now!"" - She said while she handed over her portable electric phonograph.<br/><br/>""...We won't give you any more credits! Your agency has been useless soooo Faaaaaaaaauuuurrrrrr..."" - It said as the play button was pressed.<br/><br/>""Looks like the battery is dead."" - The boss noted while he recovered the tape from Fae's machine and placed it inside his own. - ""Don't you have some nice photos aswell? And who is this man with you?"" - The old Director asked as he handed over some wine to his guests. In the background, the phonograph has begun to play the recording..."
8154,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=425,2015-03-07T15:23:00,New Strausberg,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23766160#p23766160"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Strausberg <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23765367#p23765367"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><br/><br/><br/>Wolf was a bit cautious and decided it couldn't hurt anything. ""Alright let's get going."" He sad as he walked her in a hand left inside of his coat pocket. He still didn't trust anything and he needed that message broadcast. ""The sooner that message gets played the sooner I'll feel,better."" He said light a cigar. Looking around it was a nice place hopefully no one would notice his nationality.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Fae led Wolf inside. She showed her badge at the reception and ensured the guards that her companion means no harm. An elevator took them up the the 39th floor, where Fae's boss was already waiting in his office. - ""Ah, My Favourite Collumist! Did you get that front page story you promised?"" - He said in a happy tone while he stood up from his chair to grab some fine Goff Wine. His hands were a little shaky as he poured the illegal substance in 3 uniform glasses. Behind him, The lights of Zadox put up a phenomenal show.<br/><br/>""More then that! This has to be on air, right now!"" - She said while she handed over her portable electric phonograph.<br/><br/>""...We won't give you any more credits! Your agency has been useless soooo Faaaaaaaaauuuurrrrrr..."" - It said as the play button was pressed.<br/><br/>""Looks like the battery is dead."" - The boss noted while he recovered the tape from Fae's machine and placed it inside his own. - ""Don't you have some nice photos aswell? And who is this man with you?"" - The old Director asked as he handed over some wine to his guests. In the background, the phonograph has begun to play the recording...</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""You may call me wolf..."" He said looking over his shoulder, ""this information must play as soon as possible."" He said finishing his cigar, ""I don't drink, but I do see you import from the east a very brave man you are friend."" He smiled and took a seat taking out his wolf bane watching the door. ""Do you think we where followed fae?"" He asked keeping a sharp eye on the door."
8155,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=425,2015-03-07T15:42:00,United Soviet Jason Republic,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">The Zyras Gambit</span></span></span><br/><br/>The Eastern Hegemony had prepared a massive amount of manpower, firepower and logistics for this effort. The plan was massive. For days General Al-Ada prepared for the massive assault against the Altarian homeland. For the majority of the war the focus was on Goffsill. Now that was to change. With Altarian entering the war and absorbing Zyras into their dominion a new front could be opened. This was the time to do so. The idea surrounding the gambit was simple. Altaria was invested in the north and not the south. They would leave their homeland undefended and allow it to be invaded by the overwhelming numbers of the Hegemony as they were bogged down in the trenches of Goffsill.<br/><br/>For days the Southern Hegemony army had prepared for the assault by preparing supply routes through the desolate Ameralite countryside. Stripped of resources by an empire of pass the region was useless. The Hegemony air power would not be in full force until the first major gains were made by the land forces of the army.<br/><br/>The assault against the Altarian held positions would be swift. As most of the war was happening in the north the it was assumed that this area was nearly unprotected. Any defenders would face the full force of the Southern Hegemony army. Nearly a million men were to partake in the assault. Their targets were Siochanna, New Zyras and Zykra.<br/><br/>In order to take these three cities the army was divided into thirds. Each division was given two hundred tanks, one air division, 300,000 men, and 150 artillery guns. They broke up and would rapidly advance across the countryside to take their objectives. On the way they were ordered to pillage anything that could aid in the enemy war supplies. Food, water, shelter, ammunition and any other useful things were to be used or destroyed. General Al-Ada left 99,000 troops to keep advancing into the enemy homeland. As the planes came in from the south they would be used to harass any resistance and to show brute force. On the home front nearly 200,000 troops were stationed along eastern coastal cities along with artillery. The fact was clear. The Hegemony was here.<br/><br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i.imgur.com/q1J2V4Q.png?2"" rel=""nofollow"">http://i.imgur.com/q1J2V4Q.png?2</a><br/><span style=""font-size: 50%; line-height: 116%;"">Numbers in photo are not correct</span>"
8156,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=425,2015-03-07T16:35:00,Levis Avara,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Strausberg <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23763410#p23763410"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Levis Avara <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23762252#p23762252"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Dauntless March</span><br/><br/>The Altarians set up anti aircraft artilliery around the Namorn posts and near Fort Serenity they constructed trenches knowing this war would be a long one.At night mines would be put at strategic positions where leto troops would be marching and where sappers would try to blow up the Altarian positions.The Altarians returned firepower at the Serenity trenches the the Artillery shells screaming across the environment <br/><br/>More advanced tanks where being designed has well less primitive then the earlier tank designs that had difficulty moving through the landscape.The Levi S14 was invented and sent to the Battle field that would break this stalemate they would move on to the trenches surrounding Fort Serenity and where very resistant to the machine gun and rifle gun that where the trenches main defense.<br/><br/>More Biplanes where dog fighting but they where feeling the pressure of the overwhelmingly bigger Leto Air force but anti aircraft artillery would help add relief.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bombardment of Leto Coastline</span><br/><br/>Where Leto had Air Supremacy Altaria had Naval Supremacy. The Luna Fleet had reached the Leto coastline and began it's bombardment of coastal cities and towns.The Altarians had hoped it wouldn't have come to this but the Letos corrupted and unrighteous choice in invading the innocent nation of Goffstill was their doing.The shelling streaked across from the Battleships it was long ranged to avoid enemy firepower submarines scouted the area and destroyers and Battle Cruisers has well has Carriers with biplanes surrounded it.This was one of the Townships of Amerilite on the Southern Coast all townships and major port cities where bombarded in this manner has well.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Arcea City,Arcean Isles</span><br/>The people had gather in the hundreds of thousands to here the Presidents speech In front of the Provincial Capitol building.""The Liberals in Capitol Hill may shout tyranny for this war the Hegemonic War but I say to be against this war is Altarian hatemonger of the highest degree"".""We will salute our proud Soldiers who fight for the lives of the innocent and for our own"".""Which is why with the help of you the common citizen we shall sweep this plain,and strike a clear message to our foes"".""Altaria shall prevail!""<br/><br/>The people cheered in response war morale was still high. More troops across the Federation swelled to join the Army and Navy it was thought generally that Altaria had the largest population in the World and they felt united against this great foe.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Destroy Serenity</span><br/><br/>The time had finally come, 24 tons of explosives had managed to make its way underneath the fort that stalled the advance of the Depostism for so long, with the march of the altarian troops close by now was the time. In a feeble attempt to defeat the East on land once the enemy had gotten close enough <span style=""font-weight: bold"">BOOM!</span> the entire fort went up in explosives while artillery rained down not he advancing enemy. Machine guns picked off any enemies foolish enough to try and get close as mines had been laid far in advance. <br/><br/>The enemy was marching to there deaths, not only this but as added measure the east had learned far long ago what great weapons of war tanks could be, they had set special emplacements to knocking out tanks. The east was dug in and now with the destruction of fort serenity things where going to be a lot easier. <br/><br/>Overhead Leto planes that had been in support of Depostist forces rained fire from the sky's, if the alterans wanted a war now it was going to be given to them. Everyone dug in for the assault anyone who dared retreat was to be shot for cowardness no prisoners would be taken this war was far from over.<br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Seas of Change</span><br/><br/>With the sea battle not going well in Depostist favour a quick action was taken, the commanders slowed there ships and raised a white flag to signal surrender. This was to stave off further losses with only s few ships captured and the Dreadnoughts destorying what could get close word was sent back to the citadel of the goings on. in the end vital information was learned and all across the coast naval defenses where being prepared the enemy would have a hard time getting close. Special artillery guns the same used to protect the citadel and major infistructure locations where being built these guns would be key to taking out the Dreadnoughts.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Battle for the North Seas</span><br/><br/>The battle had been won the now the Irons where waving the white flag. Adrimal Aatami waited in his office writing reports.""Send the prisoners here"" he said to a messenger.There was no worry their ships where damaged and useless so they brought the commanders to the interrogation room the others where sent to be interrogated has well. His rugged face hardened like the mountain of the North ""Greetings gentlemen"" he said in a west arcean accent (South Italian) ""Has you can see you have been defeated and so now things well get simple"".He paused.""Odd isn't it? I always thought you Irons where suicidal but when it comes down to we all want to survive to see the end of day don't we?""<br/><br/>""You will be transported to Vitar Isla in the Central area of the inland sea"" ""Their your comrades will be imprisoned"". ""Has for the rest of you you will be asked questions with on your masters plan then sent to join them in Vitar and don't think you can trick us there will be a lie detector if you refuse then you will be killed in "".He raised a eyebrow ""Well commander you have done a excellent job but the real question is well you prove me right?"""
8157,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=425,2015-03-07T16:46:00,New Strausberg,"<blockquote><div><cite>Levis Avara <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23767408#p23767408"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Strausberg <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23763410#p23763410"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Destroy Serenity</span><br/><br/>The time had finally come, 24 tons of explosives had managed to make its way underneath the fort that stalled the advance of the Depostism for so long, with the march of the altarian troops close by now was the time. In a feeble attempt to defeat the East on land once the enemy had gotten close enough <span style=""font-weight: bold"">BOOM!</span> the entire fort went up in explosives while artillery rained down not he advancing enemy. Machine guns picked off any enemies foolish enough to try and get close as mines had been laid far in advance. <br/><br/>The enemy was marching to there deaths, not only this but as added measure the east had learned far long ago what great weapons of war tanks could be, they had set special emplacements to knocking out tanks. The east was dug in and now with the destruction of fort serenity things where going to be a lot easier. <br/><br/>Overhead Leto planes that had been in support of Depostist forces rained fire from the sky's, if the alterans wanted a war now it was going to be given to them. Everyone dug in for the assault anyone who dared retreat was to be shot for cowardness no prisoners would be taken this war was far from over.<br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Seas of Change</span><br/><br/>With the sea battle not going well in Depostist favour a quick action was taken, the commanders slowed there ships and raised a white flag to signal surrender. This was to stave off further losses with only s few ships captured and the Dreadnoughts destorying what could get close word was sent back to the citadel of the goings on. in the end vital information was learned and all across the coast naval defenses where being prepared the enemy would have a hard time getting close. Special artillery guns the same used to protect the citadel and major infistructure locations where being built these guns would be key to taking out the Dreadnoughts.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Battle for the North Seas</span><br/><br/>The battle had been won the now the Irons where waving the white flag. Adrimal Aatami waited in his office writing reports.""Send the prisoners here"" he said to a messenger.There was no worry their ships where damaged and useless so they brought the commanders to the interrogation room the others where sent to be interrogated has well. His rugged face hardened like the mountain of the North ""Greetings gentlemen"" he said in a west arcean accent (South Italian) ""Has you can see you have been defeated and so now things well get simple"".He paused.""Odd isn't it? I always thought you Irons where suicidal but when it comes down to we all want to survive to see the end of day don't we?""<br/><br/>""You will be transported to Vitar Isla in the Central area of the inland sea"" ""Their your comrades will be imprisoned"". ""Has for the rest of you you will be asked questions with on your masters plan then sent to join them in Vitar and don't think you can trick us there will be a lie detector if you refuse then you will be killed in "".He raised a eyebrow ""Well commander you have done a excellent job but the real question is well you prove me right?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The trap</span><br/>""One thing is for certain my friend...we are all going to die this day...the east will never be Slaves and your entire country will burn!"" While showing a white flag the ishmarvs used it simply to get close. In one final act of defiance the ishmarvs self-detonated next to every ship they could as fighting took place between those who survived. They would not be prisoner there information would not be taken. the men fought tooth and nail even thought they knee they where about to die.<br/>""I'm sorry captin..."
8158,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=425,2015-03-07T17:10:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Strausberg <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23766497#p23766497"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23766160#p23766160"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Fae led Wolf inside. She showed her badge at the reception and ensured the guards that her companion means no harm. An elevator took them up the the 39th floor, where Fae's boss was already waiting in his office. - ""Ah, My Favourite Collumist! Did you get that front page story you promised?"" - He said in a happy tone while he stood up from his chair to grab some fine Goff Wine. His hands were a little shaky as he poured the illegal substance in 3 uniform glasses. Behind him, The lights of Zadox put up a phenomenal show.<br/><br/>""More then that! This has to be on air, right now!"" - She said while she handed over her portable electric phonograph.<br/><br/>""...We won't give you any more credits! Your agency has been useless soooo Faaaaaaaaauuuurrrrrr..."" - It said as the play button was pressed.<br/><br/>""Looks like the battery is dead."" - The boss noted while he recovered the tape from Fae's machine and placed it inside his own. - ""Don't you have some nice photos aswell? And who is this man with you?"" - The old Director asked as he handed over some wine to his guests. In the background, the phonograph has begun to play the recording...</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""You may call me wolf..."" He said looking over his shoulder, ""this information must play as soon as possible."" He said finishing his cigar, ""I don't drink, but I do see you import from the east a very brave man you are friend."" He smiled and took a seat taking out his wolf bane watching the door. ""Do you think we where followed fae?"" He asked keeping a sharp eye on the door.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""He saved my life... though he also put me in danger."" - Fae said sentimentally. Only now she has begun to remember the horrors of the Town hall and the Subway. What a night. - ""I don't think anyone followed us Wolf! The Train was empty when we entered at union central..."" - She Then turned to his boss again. - ""I also took some pictures. They are rather disturbing though. They are in my camera.""<br/><br/>As Fae spoke The phonograph played the part of the recording when Ruebeck gets shot to death. - ""Dear Spirits..."" - The director said as his face turned pale. Suddenly, Strange clapping could be heard. It was not coming from the phonograph machine.<br/><br/>""Well done, Fae!"" - Said a sinister voice. - ""Incredible job.""<br/><br/>""Carl?!?"" - Fae was shocked as he saw several man popping out from behind suspicious pieces of furniture. - ""What are you doing here?""<br/><br/>""Carl West, Rotwang Co. I'm here to... purchase some valuable information from your paper."" - Said the man as he grabbed the tape from the phonograph. - ""I can put these to very good use Fae. I can make the both of us very rich! Now, give me the photos, please!""<br/><br/>""Rotwa... But... why, Carl? I don't understand."" - Fae spoke as tears descended from her eyes. He felt Betrayed. Rotwang Co. was one of the most notorious business conglomerates. Their executives would sell their kids to make money... or at least, that's what she was told. - ""We just want to let everyone know about what's going on! What does your company have to gain on hiding the truth?""<br/><br/>""Information everyone has access to is worthless! The secret you hold in your hand... Rotwang Co will have quiet the leverage in the City of stars from now on."" - Carl Explained as he walked around the room. He stopped at the large Art-Déco Window behind the director's desk. From there, He could see the millions of little lights traveling across the skies, the avenues and the Gofflane. He then noticed some strange flickering in the distance, though he didn't pay much attention. He instead lit a cigar.<br/><br/>""I'm sorry Fae, There was nothing I could do."" - Said the old director as he looked down upon his table, where the camera was lying.<br/><br/>Suddenly. A line of buildings in the Zadox skyline behind Carl turned dark."
8159,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=425,2015-03-07T17:25:00,New Strausberg,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23767744#p23767744"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Strausberg <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23766497#p23766497"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""You may call me wolf..."" He said looking over his shoulder, ""this information must play as soon as possible."" He said finishing his cigar, ""I don't drink, but I do see you import from the east a very brave man you are friend."" He smiled and took a seat taking out his wolf bane watching the door. ""Do you think we where followed fae?"" He asked keeping a sharp eye on the door.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""He saved my life... though he also put me in danger."" - Fae said sentimentally. Only now she has begun to remember the horrors of the Town hall and the Subway. What a night. - ""I don't think anyone followed us Wolf! The Train was empty when we entered at union central..."" - She Then turned to his boss again. - ""I also took some pictures. They are rather disturbing though. They are in my camera."" <br/><br/>As Fae spoke The phonograph played the part of the recording when Ruebeck gets shot to death. - ""Dear Spirits..."" - The director said as his face turned pale. Suddenly, Strange clapping could be heard. It was not coming from the phonograph machine.<br/><br/>""Well done, Fae!"" - Said a sinister voice. - ""Incredible job.""<br/><br/>""Carl?!?"" - Fae was shocked as he saw several man popping out from behind suspicious pieces of furniture. - ""What are you doing here?""<br/><br/>""Carl West, Rotwang Co. I'm here to... purchase some valuable information from your paper."" - Said the man as he grabbed the tape from the phonograph. - ""I can put these to very good use Fae. I can make the both of us very rich! Now, give me the photos, please!""<br/><br/>""Rotwa... But... why, Carl? I don't understand."" - Fae spoke as tears descended from her eyes. He felt Betrayed. Rotwang Co. was one of the most notorious business conglomerates. Their executives would sell their kids to make money... or at least, that's what she was told. - ""We just want to let everyone know about what's going on! What does your company have to gain on hiding the truth?""<br/><br/>""Information everyone has access to is worthless! The secret you hold in your hand... Rotwang Co will have quiet the leverage in the City of stars from now on."" - Carl Explained as he walked around the room. He stopped at the large Art-Déco Window behind the director's desk. From there, He could see the millions of little lights traveling across the skies, the avenues and the Gofflane. He then noticed some strange flickering in the distance, though he didn't pay much attention. He instead lit a cigar.<br/><br/>""I'm sorry Fae, There was nothing I could do."" - Said the old director as he looked down upon his table, where the camera was lying.<br/><br/>Suddenly. A line of buildings in the Zadox skyline behind Carl turned dark.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>""Im getting tired of you greedy westerners...."" Wolf said before putting a bullet through Carl west's forhead and take the tap from him. ""Your going to play this tape and then I'm going to kill you for delaying my mission. ""Before you try to have me shot know I'm carrying explosives one miss shot and this building will need cleaning, a lot of it...now..."" He chambered his next round and looked at the man, ""how do I play this for the entire city to hear?"""
8160,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=425,2015-03-07T17:49:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Strausberg <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23767885#p23767885"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23767744#p23767744"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""He saved my life... though he also put me in danger."" - Fae said sentimentally. Only now she has begun to remember the horrors of the Town hall and the Subway. What a night. - ""I don't think anyone followed us Wolf! The Train was empty when we entered at union central..."" - She Then turned to his boss again. - ""I also took some pictures. They are rather disturbing though. They are in my camera."" <br/><br/>As Fae spoke The phonograph played the part of the recording when Ruebeck gets shot to death. - ""Dear Spirits..."" - The director said as his face turned pale. Suddenly, Strange clapping could be heard. It was not coming from the phonograph machine.<br/><br/>""Well done, Fae!"" - Said a sinister voice. - ""Incredible job.""<br/><br/>""Carl?!?"" - Fae was shocked as he saw several man popping out from behind suspicious pieces of furniture. - ""What are you doing here?""<br/><br/>""Carl West, Rotwang Co. I'm here to... purchase some valuable information from your paper."" - Said the man as he grabbed the tape from the phonograph. - ""I can put these to very good use Fae. I can make the both of us very rich! Now, give me the photos, please!""<br/><br/>""Rotwa... But... why, Carl? I don't understand."" - Fae spoke as tears descended from her eyes. He felt Betrayed. Rotwang Co. was one of the most notorious business conglomerates. Their executives would sell their kids to make money... or at least, that's what she was told. - ""We just want to let everyone know about what's going on! What does your company have to gain on hiding the truth?""<br/><br/>""Information everyone has access to is worthless! The secret you hold in your hand... Rotwang Co will have quiet the leverage in the City of stars from now on."" - Carl Explained as he walked around the room. He stopped at the large Art-Déco Window behind the director's desk. From there, He could see the millions of little lights traveling across the skies, the avenues and the Gofflane. He then noticed some strange flickering in the distance, though he didn't pay much attention. He instead lit a cigar.<br/><br/>""I'm sorry Fae, There was nothing I could do."" - Said the old director as he looked down upon his table, where the camera was lying.<br/><br/>Suddenly. A line of buildings in the Zadox skyline behind Carl turned dark.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>""Im getting tired of you greedy westerners...."" Wolf said before putting a bullet through Carl west's forhead and take the tap from him. ""Your going to play this tape and then I'm going to kill you for delaying my mission. ""Before you try to have me shot know I'm carrying explosives one miss shot and this building will need cleaning, a lot of it...now..."" He chambered his next round and looked at the man, ""how do I play this for the entire city to hear?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""NOOO!"" - Screamed Fae. It was too late. Carl slowly collapsed on the ground as blood streamed out of his brain. Then, Just as wolf finished his sentence. the Power went out. Not just in the office, but in the entire city. Darkness shrouded the streets and the skies. Only the dim, distant light of automobiles and aircraft could be seen. Some flares were also fired, but they did little to Illuminate Zadox. The Sound of Cars Crashing, People Shouting, Emergency Sirens and gunfire echoed across the Metroplex... as always.<br/><br/>The goons jumped forward, hoping to catch wolf or fae wherever he/she is. And recover the tape or the pictures in the darkness. One of them however stayed in the back, Aiming around a gun. Perhaps the light will come back on, he thought."
8161,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=425,2015-03-07T18:23:00,Levis Avara,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Strausberg <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23767499#p23767499"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Levis Avara <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23767408#p23767408"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Battle for the North Seas</span><br/><br/>The battle had been won the now the Irons where waving the white flag. Adrimal Aatami waited in his office writing reports.""Send the prisoners here"" he said to a messenger.There was no worry their ships where damaged and useless so they brought the commanders to the interrogation room the others where sent to be interrogated has well. His rugged face hardened like the mountain of the North ""Greetings gentlemen"" he said in a west arcean accent (South Italian) ""Has you can see you have been defeated and so now things well get simple"".He paused.""Odd isn't it? I always thought you Irons where suicidal but when it comes down to we all want to survive to see the end of day don't we?""<br/><br/>""You will be transported to Vitar Isla in the Central area of the inland sea"" ""Their your comrades will be imprisoned"". ""Has for the rest of you you will be asked questions with on your masters plan then sent to join them in Vitar and don't think you can trick us there will be a lie detector if you refuse then you will be killed in "".He raised a eyebrow ""Well commander you have done a excellent job but the real question is well you prove me right?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The trap</span><br/>""One thing is for certain my friend...we are all going to die this day...the east will never be Slaves and your entire country will burn!"" While showing a white flag the ishmarvs used it simply to get close. In one final act of defiance the ishmarvs self-detonated next to every ship they could as fighting took place between those who survived. They would not be prisoner there information would not be taken. the men fought tooth and nail even thought they knee they where about to die. <br/>""I'm sorry captin...</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">North Seas Battle</span><br/><br/>What the stupid Irons did was a surprise but far from doing anything useful.Only a few ships where destroyed however though some could be repaired has only a few where near the Ishmav ships.This battle was major a turning point though it allowed the Altarians to keep control of the North Seas.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Hegemonic War</span><br/>Also a squadron of the Thalia fleet would arrive has well smaller then the other fleets they where still useful they would bombard cities on letos East coast using Battleships,Destroyers,Cruisers, and submarines and carrier ships.In the Southern township and Akksum things where going has planned.The news had been good while U boats proved hazardous and they did do a substantial amount of Damage they where all but useless in open water and their cramp and dirty conditions didn't improve morale.Behind the cities burned the Seas had been conquered now all was left to cripple the enemies with it.The remains of the Luna Fleet where sent to besiege the city capitol.<br/><br/>Meanwhile in Goffstill secretly some of the Troops where sent to patrol southeast with the permission of the the Almainians of course it was after all unknown how far the East Expanded and the Almainians wanted protection has well so they where allowed to use their infrastructure.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Leto Capitol</span><br/><br/>""Captain up ahead destroyer looks like Leto!"" The ships had reached the capitol and was a sight to behold.Dreadnoughts 20 of them alone Sure to strike fear in the Letos along with 12 cruisers 14 submarines and 15 destroyers this was sure to be a epic battle.The Dreadnoughts has if holding the breath of the World released their fire power they where a long distance away and fired their mighty long range fire power striking the Leto ships the others soon followed suit.With the Powers above this city would be crippled<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Akksum</span><br/>12 dreadnoughts, crusiers,12 submarines,13 submarines and 14 destroyers the ships prepared for battle.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Southern Township</span><br/>Less ships would be used here since the Eastern Cities where more important Akksum and Leto would be the 2 main battles"
8162,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=425,2015-03-07T19:19:00,New Strausberg,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">[i]THE SAXONY PLAN</span>[/i]</span><br/><br/>The elite 23rd Iron battalion smiled one they heard that it was finally time for the second phase of the plan, while the southern forces where to attack the enemy int here homeland saxony was to be swiftly taken and used as way across. Without warning the 23rd Iron along with Yuri's special combat unit backed by Leto Air Force moved quickly into saxony and secured it for the hegmony, after resupllying there it was time to make around the defenses and head for the cult.<br/>While the other half of the forces where to stay and keep the defenses prepared for the alteran move forward.<br/><br/>Without hesitation the March on the cult began, everything of value was torn up and sent back to the east, nothing would be left on this hell March. While th enemy battered against there defenses they would simply go around, eventually following the enemy's own railroads it would be easy to get to there capital. They used the night as there cover for the operation as the fighting grew on the sight of the harback citie was Eire all the lights where off but that would stop nothing the attack commenced,"
8163,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=425,2015-03-07T20:14:00,Harkback Union,"Fort Brotherhood. 4:32 AM<br/><br/>Sparks and beams of ionized particles fly through the coils of the massive device as Professor Erns Doom, designer of the weapon turns on the main control switch. From all parts of Harkback, electricity is drawn to this machine as it roars, Spitting out shells at incredible velocity. The coils begin to glow as they become warmer and warmed.<br/><br/>""Its going to overheat!"" - Screams one technician at ground zero. His voice is muffled by manical laughter originating from upstairs and the deafening humming sound of the wires. The sparks and the beams begin to flood the maintenance floor, catching several workers off guard, who are violently thrown off their workstations. Vapor fills the air as the cooling pipes burst open. Flickering lights dazzle the doctors as they do their best to tend to the injured. Finally, The professor turns off the switch as ammunition has ran out. He then walks up to the observation deck to peek at the not so distant frontlines with his binaculars.<br/><br/>Frontlines<br/><br/>Soldiers of the first harkback army abandon their gun posts as they search for a better place to witness this extraordinary sight. At first, They believe the little stars passing overhead to be part of a meteor shower. Little do they know about the scheduled testing of the Doom cannon. A wall of smoke and fire rises on the horizon as the falling stars crack open, revealing their explosive contents to those unfortunate to be around."
8164,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=425,2015-03-07T21:35:00,Levis Avara,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Strausberg <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23769211#p23769211"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">[i]THE SAXONY PLAN</span>[/i]</span><br/><br/>The elite 23rd Iron battalion smiled one they heard that it was finally time for the second phase of the plan, while the southern forces where to attack the enemy int here homeland saxony was to be swiftly taken and used as way across. Without warning the 23rd Iron along with Yuri's special combat unit backed by Leto Air Force moved quickly into saxony and secured it for the hegmony, after resupllying there it was time to make around the defenses and head for the cult. <br/>While the other half of the forces where to stay and keep the defenses prepared for the alteran move forward. <br/><br/>Without hesitation the March on the cult began, everything of value was torn up and sent back to the east, nothing would be left on this hell March. While th enemy battered against there defenses they would simply go around, eventually following the enemy's own railroads it would be easy to get to there capital. They used the night as there cover for the operation as the fighting grew on the sight of the harback citie was Eire all the lights where off but that would stop nothing the attack commenced,</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Hegemonic War</span><br/>The Altarians found it odd that the Irons had just packed up and left Goffstill for the Nation of Almain. Really it was ridiculous how fast and impulsive these invasions where and they where spreading themselves thin. Almain was no world power but it still had a army and people who where furiously against a rouge nation such has the Iron Depostism and with the help from the Altarians it was far from being taken over<br/><br/>The captain smiled has half the Iron forces moved on to continue their drunk gamble.200,000 troops where stationed in goffstill and 50,000 in Almain they began to launch a offensive forward Opus Spies cleaning the runway for the Tanks and the biplanes buzzed to begin bombarding enemy position. They soon sent 8 brigades of 4,000 each to confront the smaller remaining Iron forces tanks ready and strong they launched the offensive. Only 15,000 thousand troops where sent to help the Zadoxians they figured the battered Irons would be unable to keep up a fight with the Zadox.<br/><br/>Also Spies began taking advantage of how thinly spread the irons where from Gyax to Almain propaganda was fueled to stir revolution these people hated the Irons so it was rather easy."
8165,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=425,2015-03-07T22:41:00,New Strausberg,"<blockquote><div><cite>Levis Avara <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23771050#p23771050"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Strausberg <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23769211#p23769211"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">[i]THE SAXONY PLAN</span>[/i]</span><br/><br/>The elite 23rd Iron battalion smiled one they heard that it was finally time for the second phase of the plan, while the southern forces where to attack the enemy int here homeland saxony was to be swiftly taken and used as way across. Without warning the 23rd Iron along with Yuri's special combat unit backed by Leto Air Force moved quickly into saxony and secured it for the hegmony, after resupllying there it was time to make around the defenses and head for the cult. <br/>While the other half of the forces where to stay and keep the defenses prepared for the alteran move forward. <br/><br/>Without hesitation the March on the cult began, everything of value was torn up and sent back to the east, nothing would be left on this hell March. While th enemy battered against there defenses they would simply go around, eventually following the enemy's own railroads it would be easy to get to there capital. They used the night as there cover for the operation as the fighting grew on the sight of the harback citie was Eire all the lights where off but that would stop nothing the attack commenced,</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Hegemonic War</span><br/>The Altarians found it odd that the Irons had just packed up and left Goffstill for the Nation of Almain. Really it was ridiculous how fast and impulsive these invasions where and they where spreading themselves thin. Almain was no world power but it still had a army and people who where furiously against a rouge nation such has the Iron Depostism and with the help from the Altarians it was far from being taken over <br/><br/>The captain smiled has half the Iron forces moved on to continue their drunk gamble.200,000 troops where stationed in goffstill and 50,000 in Almain they began to launch a offensive forward Opus Spies cleaning the runway for the Tanks and the biplanes buzzed to begin bombarding enemy position. They soon sent 8 brigades of 4,000 each to confront the smaller remaining Iron forces tanks ready and strong they launched the offensive. Only 15,000 thousand troops where sent to help the Zadoxians they figured the battered Irons would be unable to keep up a fight with the Zadox.<br/><br/>Also Spies began taking advantage of how thinly spread the irons where from Gyax to Almain propaganda was fueled to stir revolution these people hated the Irons so it was rather easy.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>In truth Goffsill had not been left, the forward force sent that was the 23rd where simply a small force sent out for the special mission. It was clear that holding the line was most important this conflict but expansion was also something that would play a part. As the iron battalion moved through toward zadox everything was burned destroyed or sent east in the normal way of the Depostism everything of value was destroyed or sent to help the east. Without hesitation the forces moved closer to there target for what would more than likely be a suicide mission.<br/><br/>Meanwhile the threat for foreign agitators had always been something looked out for in the Depostism. The overseers where beginning to have a hay day with putting down insurrection, skilled and crafted specially to take care of rebellions and large in foreign countries they had already begun to sniff out the moles.<br/><br/>In truth things where going exactly as planned, with these new foreign agents in the country, a few accidents, and the perverbial pointing to the finger. The nation had begun to demonize there enemy. While the war was still dragging on everything was going exactly as planned."
8166,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=425,2015-03-08T06:28:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Strausberg <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23771737#p23771737"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Levis Avara <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23771050#p23771050"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Hegemonic War</span><br/>The Altarians found it odd that the Irons had just packed up and left Goffstill for the Nation of Almain. Really it was ridiculous how fast and impulsive these invasions where and they where spreading themselves thin. Almain was no world power but it still had a army and people who where furiously against a rouge nation such has the Iron Depostism and with the help from the Altarians it was far from being taken over <br/><br/>The captain smiled has half the Iron forces moved on to continue their drunk gamble.200,000 troops where stationed in goffstill and 50,000 in Almain they began to launch a offensive forward Opus Spies cleaning the runway for the Tanks and the biplanes buzzed to begin bombarding enemy position. They soon sent 8 brigades of 4,000 each to confront the smaller remaining Iron forces tanks ready and strong they launched the offensive. Only 15,000 thousand troops where sent to help the Zadoxians they figured the battered Irons would be unable to keep up a fight with the Zadox.<br/><br/>Also Spies began taking advantage of how thinly spread the irons where from Gyax to Almain propaganda was fueled to stir revolution these people hated the Irons so it was rather easy.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>In truth Goffsill had not been left, the forward force sent that was the 23rd where simply a small force sent out for the special mission. It was clear that holding the line was most important this conflict but expansion was also something that would play a part. As the iron battalion moved through toward zadox everything was burned destroyed or sent east in the normal way of the Depostism everything of value was destroyed or sent to help the east. Without hesitation the forces moved closer to there target for what would more than likely be a suicide mission. <br/><br/>Meanwhile the threat for foreign agitators had always been something looked out for in the Depostism. The overseers where beginning to have a hay day with putting down insurrection, skilled and crafted specially to take care of rebellions and large in foreign countries they had already begun to sniff out the moles. <br/><br/>In truth things where going exactly as planned, with these new foreign agents in the country, a few accidents, and the perverbial pointing to the finger. The nation had begun to demonize there enemy. While the war was still dragging on everything was going exactly as planned.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""243 North, 786 East. Range, 17000 Metrans..."" - ""Repeat that."" - ""243 North 786 East, Range 17000"" - ""Understood. Clear the area."" - Harkback Radio chatter flooded Goffsill's airways as Harkback altilery opened fire on the approaching enemy. untold numbers of of ingenious tanks traps awaited the unsuspecting enemy. Pits that would collapse under a heavy vehicle and explosives triggered by soldiers passing overhead. The harkback only left the roads intact, where they hoped that despotist forces would eventually conglomerate, Creating a perfect target for Professor doom's device.<br/><br/>Fort Brotherhood.<br/><br/>Overnight, the workers finished installing the bomb frame around the fort and repairing the coolant pipes. The Weapon was ready to fire again. Blackouts would ensure in Yoshiwara and cloqbern as the Doom cannon was turned online. It fired an 400 milimeter shell every second, 3600 every hour each Enough to obliterate an entire battallion, together enough to level all of goffsill.<br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""https://timelifeblog.files.wordpress.com/2013/02/01_00241786.jpg?w=700""/><br/><br/>The soldiers watched in awe as once again, Their got a taste of harkback engineering."
8167,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=425,2015-03-08T07:38:00,United Soviet Jason Republic,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Zyras Gambit</span></span><br/><br/>The Hegemony forces kept pushing hard. With seemingly no enemy resistance they were soon at the cities of Siochanna, New Zyras and Zykra. In these cities an occupying force of 25,000 troops were left each. The orders to raise the cities were canceled as the Governor was ordered to created a new buffer state. Instead of an occupation the goal was for the region to be ""liberated"" from the tyranny of Altarians. It was to be used as propaganda as well.<br/><br/>With the first three cities belonging to Altarians seized from under their noises the assault continued to drive north. The next target of the assault was the two core Altarians cities on the mainland continent. 400,000 men were dissipated to seize each city, along with 300 tanks each. As the Zyrasian air fields were taken they were to become bases for the Hegemony air force. This force would grow. in number and provide cover and any bombing needed in the continued drive north to take the two core cities on the mainland.<br/><br/>100,000 troops were left over from the assault Nearly 50,000 would be put in reserve to follow up with the continued assault and to prepare airfields. The remainders would start the journey back to the south. In time they would be redeployed in the north again.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">In the South...</span></span><br/><br/>The Southern Hegemony navy was in shambles. For hours it fought against the Alterian navy. For hours its guns pounded their foe until they fell silent, given to the gods of the wet waves. Some broke rank and retreated back to ports. In the end of the battle hundreds of sailors were at rest at the bottom of the ocean. Leto designed planes bombed enemy ships, dog-fighted their foes and returned only to see their carriers sunk. Most flew back to shore on fumes. Many would crash in the sea or land just before reaching the local airstrips or ditching in fields.<br/><br/>In response to the major loss at sea the tactics to address the Alterian navy were changed. The U-boats were not in open waters. They would be ordered to sink vessels shelling coastal cities. With enough to go around three submarines protected each city and township on the coast. The Sixth Levi, that was never sent off to combat, was instructed to position their 100 artillery pieces along coastal cities. They would fire upon any enemy vessel within shelling range. Their massive guns would be enough to attack any ship that came to bombard any coastal town. Nearly 200,000 men were divided up amoungst the local cities and town to protect against an amphibious assault. A hundred fighters would also be distributed amoungst villages to fly scouting missions and to harass enemy vessels.<br/><br/>Thought the Hegemony now lacked a massive navy it could bite back from land. With a vengeance."
8168,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=425,2015-03-08T11:18:00,New Strausberg,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23769896#p23769896"">wrote</a>:</cite>Fort Brotherhood. 4:32 AM<br/><br/>Sparks and beams of ionized particles fly through the coils of the massive device as Professor Erns Doom, designer of the weapon turns on the main control switch. From all parts of Harkback, electricity is drawn to this machine as it roars, Spitting out shells at incredible velocity. The coils begin to glow as they become warmer and warmed.<br/><br/>""Its going to overheat!"" - Screams one technician at ground zero. His voice is muffled by manical laughter originating from upstairs and the deafening humming sound of the wires. The sparks and the beams begin to flood the maintenance floor, catching several workers off guard, who are violently thrown off their workstations. Vapor fills the air as the cooling pipes burst open. Flickering lights dazzle the doctors as they do their best to tend to the injured. Finally, The professor turns off the switch as ammunition has ran out. He then walks up to the observation deck to peek at the not so distant frontlines with his binaculars.<br/><br/>Frontlines<br/><br/>Soldiers of the first harkback army abandon their gun posts as they search for a better place to witness this extraordinary sight. At first, They believe the little stars passing overhead to be part of a meteor shower. Little do they know about the scheduled testing of the Doom cannon. A wall of smoke and fire rises on the horizon as the falling stars crack open, revealing their explosive contents to those unfortunate to be around.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Takeing the Guns</span><br/><br/><br/>It would have been foolish not to take this opportunity, in the death of night the slockers witnessed the showing off of the enemy's new artillery piece. In amaze ment they watched as the enemy troops abandoned there positions, 2nd Depostist legion moved in quickly and silently across the trenches and planned to turn the guns on the unexpected enemy defenders, while they gawked and awed at there new toy the hegmony was to cut them down with steel and iron. Shells rained down at the trenches causing several deaths but the forces pushed on, the last thing the wanted was to stop now and get caught in the blasts. If this succeeded not only gave them a way to move ever forward but also to support the 23rd and its small attachment which followed it, the 23rd remained strong and gunned straight for the new weapon, a threat like this was nothing more than overglorified artillery, the head commander of 23rd Igor Kirov is quoted to have said, ""The scraps will be good when added to the Citadel."" This was a fantastic day for the hegmony, now they had a war to surround the alteran divisions in saxony and started to move in to destroy them, there supplies were to be cut off and encircled it was only a matter of time until they fell.<br/><br/>Overhead Leto Air Force continued to engage the biplanes the alterans called an air force, things where going never better as the 23rd and a few reinforcements made there way toward the massive gun, artillery was to open fire as soon as they where in range, a machine like that built so quickly could only be delicate she'll it enough it would stop working. Smaller tanks that followed the 23rd like with now destroyed fort serenity charged forward carrying explosives, one way or another that gun was going offline,"
8169,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=425,2015-03-08T14:58:00,Harkback Union,"A lonesome butterfly waves its wings over the harkback trenches. It finally lands atop a piece of barbed wire... and then, It starts to rain."
8170,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=425,2015-03-08T15:30:00,Pac Kindom,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Cost of Hardback</span><br/><br/><br/>After weeks of dodging Altarians ships the small flotilla of Bython merchant ships arrive at the coast of hardback. on the bridge the captain was thing about the strange report about the the last contact between the the two nations and spoke take us in the five slowed as they approached the docks as they stopped the crews startled to unsecured there cargo"
8171,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=425,2015-03-08T15:51:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pac Kindom <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23778840#p23778840"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Cost of Hardback</span><br/><br/><br/>After weeks of dodging Altarians ships the small flotilla of Bython merchant ships arrive at the coast of hardback. on the bridge the captain was thing about the strange report about the the last contact between the the two nations and spoke take us in the five slowed as they approached the docks as they stopped the crews startled to unsecured there cargo</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>Several dozen pilots, Security guards and dockworkers were awaiting the bython shipment at a dunnrhof pier. Some of the man carried large briefcases... Their contents were only known to those who held them and those who would recieve them. According to plan, The harkback workers would help their bython counterparts unload the cargo while 3 of the pilots would hand over their package to the ship's captain."
8172,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=425,2015-03-09T04:34:00,Pac Kindom,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23779163#p23779163"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pac Kindom <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23778840#p23778840"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Cost of Hardback</span><br/><br/><br/>After weeks of dodging Altarians ships the small flotilla of Bython merchant ships arrive at the coast of hardback. on the bridge the captain was thing about the strange report about the the last contact between the the two nations and spoke take us in the five slowed as they approached the docks as they stopped the crews startled to unsecured there cargo</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>Several dozen pilots, Security guards and dockworkers were awaiting the bython shipment at a dunnrhof pier. Some of the man carried large briefcases... Their contents were only known to those who held them and those who would recieve them. According to plan, The harkback workers would help their bython counterparts unload the cargo while 3 of the pilots would hand over their package to the ship's captain.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Robat Dey watched as the Hardback dockworkers and his crew lower the large ramp so they could wheeled the first of the planes on to the dock whilst cranes lowered others in to the Sea so there pilots could take them state to the front. He smiled to the three men that approached him and said “Here are a first lot of planes, and we and provide 50 more a month, just let us know each month”<br/><br/><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Bython Union""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""> <span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Agent</span> </span> (3)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Maelor Pritchett</span> A great inventor.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Huw Owen</span> A great Explorer.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Robat Dey </span> Most Power full of the Bython Mystics<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Forces</span></span> (13)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bython Intel Agency (BIA)</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Bython Guard, Bython Foreign Legion, Bython Expeditionary Force</span> (2)<br/>100 Powered Cavalry (Tanks) <a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Renault_FT"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Renault_FT</a><br/>50,000 foot soldiers, 500 The Machine Gunners, 500 QF 13-pounder and 500 QF 18-pounder <br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">]Cities Guard</span> <br/>220,000 foot soldiers, 11,00 The Machine Gunners, 5,500 QF 13-pounder and 5,500 QF 18-pounder <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">]Bython Home Fleet, 2nd Fleet, 3rd Fleet,4th Fleet,5th Fleet,6th Fleet</span> (6)<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/S-class_destroyer_&amp;#40;1916&amp;"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/S-class_de ... &amp;#40;1916&amp;</a>#41; *25<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Danae-class_cruiser"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Danae-class_cruiser</a> *20<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Renown-class_battlecruiser"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Renown-class_battlecruiser</a> * 15<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Iron_Duke-class_battleship"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Iron_Duke-class_battleship</a> * 10<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/British_L-class_submarine"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/British_L-class_submarine</a> *30<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Bython Air fleet, 2nd Air Fleet </span> <br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hawker_Hart#Demon"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hawker_Hart#Demon</a> *150<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Infrastructure</span></span> (11)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Conwy</span> This town is set stride a river which flows thro the town in to the port and out to sea. Town surround the port and train station.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Caernarfon</span> A town in a valley to the west of Conwy. Town surround an central square and train station.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Borthiant</span>A town in a valley to the east of Conwy. Town surround an central square and train station.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Caer</span> An old large prison and mine complex. Now it more resembles an old Norman castle with large gray stone walls with a large temple and gardens.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cloddfa</span> A mine complex and a Town surround an central square and train station.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Foroedd</span> This town is built next to a large bay Town surround the port and train station.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Douglas</span> A Factory complex and a Town surround an central square and train station.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Nantes</span> A mine complex and a Town surround an central square and train station.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Zon'friex</span> Once a collection of underground vaults and now has became a bustling city with a labyrinth made of roads and corridors that connect to districts <br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Ar'forgual Aerodrome</span> The first city that is made outside of the city of Zon'frex. It is a nexus for the Stao'nonxizil's own airships <br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Gyr'flow[b] Known as the deepest fissure in the lands that the Stao'nonxizil have occupied and the riches of its mineral wealth. This is also the town that has rested on the very walls and the homesteads that have settled on the valley itself.<br/><br/>[b]<span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Special Infrastructure</span> </span> (4)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Rheilffordd</span> These railroads connect the cities and towns of the Union. <br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bython Airfield </span> an aerodrome was built with paved runways <br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Maes Olew</span> An oil field/Refinery in the north of Bython<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Chrea Center </span> Factory . Tools, appliances, Motorbikes, Planes, Tanks, guns and Medicines, shipped all over the Union.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Culture</span> </span> (1)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bython Code </span> The Bythons are fare, free, people who live by the code honor thy Father, Protect the weak, be loyal to friends and family<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Magic</span> </span> (2) <br/>Sense The ability to sense the life force of the people around them.<br/>Touch The ability to inference the people around them.<br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">[b]Knowledge: </span><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">-LEVEL 1, 2, 3</span> (All)<br/><br/>The Union is an oligarchy ruled by the Cast Council. Although there is a capital city ,Conwy the Cast Council can meet in any City. The Cast Council is made up of eight individuals, two from the 4 main Cast ,Warrior, Builder, Grower and Teacher .<br/>The Builder cast controls all types of construction mine and Manufacture and are based in Cloddfa.<br/>The Grower cast controls all types of food production and are based in Borthiant.<br/>The Warrior Cast is responsible for the safety of the and the security of the Union and are based in Conwy.<br/>The Teacher Cast is responsible for the teaching of the Union young and all research and development. They are based in Caernarfon.<br/>The Religious Cast at this time number about 10 individuals . They are based in Caer.</div></div></div>"
8173,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=425,2015-03-09T09:46:00,Jute,"Last posts:<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=314968&amp;p=22275117&amp;hilit=ratellanders#p22275117"" rel=""nofollow"">The end of the original settlement</a>,<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=314968&amp;p=22368858&amp;hilit=ratellanders#p22368858"" rel=""nofollow"">the new colony</a><br/>But in the end the Ratellanders preferred to stay isolated, especially after their first encounter with other peoples had gone so badly. They didn't make contact with any other people for centuries, fading into obscurity for almost all of the world, only barely remembered in some ancient stories, and by the remainders of their civilization in their abandoned settlement that historians struggled to understand. Even the descendants of those captured and made to work as serfs, now liberated peasants, barely knew anything about their ancestors, having long forgotten their language and almost all their customs, having been mostly absorbed by the dominant culture. In an effort to know more about their heritage, they held festivals all over the country, using the sparse scientific literature as background and even tried to revive<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=314968&amp;p=22078517&amp;hilit=ratellanders#p22078517"" rel=""nofollow"">their ancient religion, which seemed to have centered around prime numbers.</a><br/>Using modern methods of sciences like archeology, which was just getting of the ground with many new discoveries been made, they were able to trace the direction some took when they fled from the invaders of the north. Now they were even more determined in finding out more about their truly lost civilization. Lost in the sea of time and history.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, the new settlement, due to the lack of impulses and new ideas from outside was still stuck in what would be referred to as a per-industrial age. While the rest of the world had already been busy building factories, mines and terrifying war machinery, New Ratelland had remained a peaceful tribe, with somewhat advanced science and medicine, but no real industry to speak of. There was no need, after all, the population had only grown so much from the few hundred that originally set up tents on the rolling hills of the southwestern continent. These were soon replaced by wooden huts, and eventually, a small city with some building of polished stone developed. No one much lived outside of it, mostly only a few hermits and outcasts.<br/><br/>Despite all the trouble, they had managed to save a lot of their old culture and religion, which taught them to how to lead a better life and improve society with rationality and a lifestyle in harmony with nature.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Saandi na trikki u mohomo harandi</span>- being content with your life through numbers and harmony with wildlife, that's what it was called in the language of the ""Ancient people"" as the new Ratellanders called the founders of their small civilization. Obviously, the language evolved and changed a lot through the time, adapting to the new surroundings and less carefree life, but the old one stayed alive in religious texts, songs and prayers. They continued with other age-old traditions as well, such as the nightly telling of stories, meanwhile, architecture and other arts alongside with science also started to flourished somewhat once they got their initial problems solved with recreating their food supply to the new environment and fortifying their homes against potential invaders.<br/>Relatively huge towers were constructed for their religion of science, so they could at night observe the stars better. Efforts to get a better look at the night sky long failed, until someone suggested using the byproduct of their recently established metalworking workshops, the slag. It was both semi-transparent, and more importantly, using two in a row seemed to enlarge details of what was being looked at. After several attempts at refining it, it had become clearer and well-shaped, and so they could create a kind of telescope, with which they could better catalog the stars around them and even could see that, unlike previously assumed, the moon did not have a perfectly polished surface like a copper bead (a popular toy in the city of Ratel) but seemed to have holes in them. Like something heavy had hit it repeatedly, causing scars all over it. This fascinated the scientists, and it lead to theological debates, after which a new tenet was added to their scriptures:<span style=""font-style: italic"">Do not strive to be perfect, for it is neither possible or reasonable. The beauty and goodness of things comes from their imperfection.</span><br/>As for food, they managed to sustain themselves rather well with the local crops and fishing, but, as mentioned, it was very difficult to adapt at first. Instead of bananas and mangoes, they now were eating less fruit and more vegetables like kale, beetroot and turnip. Their cuisine stayed mostly simple, but nevertheless cooks managed to create some extravagant dished out of it."
8174,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=425,2015-03-09T11:03:00,New Strausberg,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23768132#p23768132"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Strausberg <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23767885#p23767885"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><br/>""Im getting tired of you greedy westerners...."" Wolf said before putting a bullet through Carl west's forhead and take the tap from him. ""Your going to play this tape and then I'm going to kill you for delaying my mission. ""Before you try to have me shot know I'm carrying explosives one miss shot and this building will need cleaning, a lot of it...now..."" He chambered his next round and looked at the man, ""how do I play this for the entire city to hear?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""NOOO!"" - Screamed Fae. It was too late. Carl slowly collapsed on the ground as blood streamed out of his brain. Then, Just as wolf finished his sentence. the Power went out. Not just in the office, but in the entire city. Darkness shrouded the streets and the skies. Only the dim, distant light of automobiles and aircraft could be seen. Some flares were also fired, but they did little to Illuminate Zadox. The Sound of Cars Crashing, People Shouting, Emergency Sirens and gunfire echoed across the Metroplex... as always. <br/><br/>The goons jumped forward, hoping to catch wolf or fae wherever he/she is. And recover the tape or the pictures in the darkness. One of them however stayed in the back, Aiming around a gun. Perhaps the light will come back on, he thought.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Wolf was caught of guard when the lights went out and it took a moment for his eyes to adjust. Trained as he was in the cold north with often low sight because of the blistering cold. He focused on the sounds, he aimed tried to focus on where the goons where before the lights went out. He didn't react fast enough as he was grabbed by a goon and forced to fire giving away his position. ""Damn it!"" He cursed under his breath quickly trying to find his way to the door. luckily the goon who grabbed him had been killed which gave wolf an idea. Slipping the explosives off he tossed them on the body and looked for any kind of exit."
8175,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=425,2015-03-09T14:01:00,Seno Zhou Varada,"<span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""color: #800000"">The Crimson Revolution</span></span></span><br/><br/>War, peace, violence, blood. It seemed like it would never end with the original conquest of New Zyras where the Ameralites helped, to the Altarian conquest time ago where no one helped and recently the ""liberation of New Zyras"" by people we couldn't care less about. So the agents of the revolution went building the people's desire to kick the ""liberating"" foreigners out of the cities, forts, and our land. To finally reclaim what was ours and to restore New Zyras back to it's original state. Nationalism would rise and fall at times but when it rose the people's words struck out with the roar of a lion and their blades and guns able to do anything. The agents worked their way through right to the heart of the Zyrasian spirit and unlocked it letting out the beasts. Soon rebels organized with any weapon they could find whether kitchen utensils or real weapons. Now came the dawn of revolution and the end of tyranny. The mobs of Zyrasians organized and first just to make any possible allies asked the ""liberators"" staying to leave and if they wouldn't the plan was ready for the mobs to politely walk away then in one fell swoop using a few old secret tunnels get up to the walls and attack the soldiers from there while the main mobs attacked from the center of the city."
8176,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=425,2015-03-09T17:22:00,United Soviet Jason Republic,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Crimson Revolution</span></span><br/><br/>General Al-Ada was shocked by the crowds in the city. He was happy that the country wanted to be reborn, but worried that it would hamper the war effort. He was walking on a fine line. With nearly 25,000 troops stationed in each city the garrison was quite a large one. However Al-Ada had seen the dedication of the people when overthrowing the Leto monarchy. These people were more determined than that. As a result the General would address the people of Zyras. He did so openly, speaking to a crowd from the military headquarters. He would speak to the people and then be translated by a translator. Near him Hegemony guards stood at attention. Behind the General hung a Hegemony flag, with an old Zyras flag next to it. The short speech would be broadcast over radio.<br/><br/>""People of New Zyras! For too long the Altarian overlords have suppressed you! They have tricked you! Stamped on your rights! Used you! But no longer! We, the people of the Hegemony are here not to stamp on you but to uplift you! We do not wish to stay as an occupying force but as an ally! We have common goals! The destruction of Altaria! You are our friends! We wish for you to rise up against the Altarian overlords and rule yourselves! As requested by you, the people, I am hereby willing to leave your lands and have you as our friend on the world stage! God bears witness to my words! I, General Al-Ada, will let New Zyras be free again! In return for this all we seek is the permission of your people to continue the war against the Altarian bastards! We seek to march through your lands in peace so that we can beat back the barbaric foe!<br/><br/>Your friendship and permission will be greatly rewarded! I swear in front of you and god that the Altarians will no longer have any possessions on this peninsula! I will not stop until you, New Zyras, are free and have wiped the Altarian foe from this landmass! This oath is to you, the people!""<br/><br/>General Al-Ada would wait as the translator read his words to the crowd. He already had other thoughts on his mind.<br/><br/>Already 50,000 troops were marching back towards the Hegemony. The rest of Al-Ada's forces were continuing their rush north. Soon they would be in the last two Altarian cities on the peninsula. The 800,000 man army, with 600 tanks and 400 planes would be on top of the cities in a mere day or so. Plans however were being made for after the two cities fell.<br/><br/>By order of the General several of the mothballed zeppelins were to be recommissioned and flown up to New Zyran. As the gambit continued to unfold these would be stationed in the two Altarian cities that would be taken.<br/><br/>They were instructed to come fully loaded with containers of mustard and chlorine."
8177,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=425,2015-03-10T05:27:00,Jute,"Even though most of their medical herbs didn't seem to exist in these lands, they had managed to save some of them stored in a dry form, as well as some of their written records detailing some of their medical knowledge. Frustratingly, most attempts at planting and growing them in the new environment failed at first, Until a long time later, someone came across some seeds and suggested putting them beneath some of the newly invented glass. The theory went that the rather low temperatures were causing the problem, and since experiments had shown that holding glass above an object while outside caused this one to get warmer (one of their research papers even had caught fire) this was tried out quickly. In the end, it was a moderate success, with them now having continued access to some ingredients for their medical needs. These makeshift greenhouses proved very popular, and a lot of people had at least a small one on their own. Meanwhile, they also managed to find out useful properties of the locally available flora, and so were able to treat illnesses and other problems better."
8178,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=450,2015-03-10T09:36:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Strausberg <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23775602#p23775602"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23769896#p23769896"">wrote</a>:</cite>Fort Brotherhood. 4:32 AM<br/><br/>Sparks and beams of ionized particles fly through the coils of the massive device as Professor Erns Doom, designer of the weapon turns on the main control switch. From all parts of Harkback, electricity is drawn to this machine as it roars, Spitting out shells at incredible velocity. The coils begin to glow as they become warmer and warmed.<br/><br/>""Its going to overheat!"" - Screams one technician at ground zero. His voice is muffled by manical laughter originating from upstairs and the deafening humming sound of the wires. The sparks and the beams begin to flood the maintenance floor, catching several workers off guard, who are violently thrown off their workstations. Vapor fills the air as the cooling pipes burst open. Flickering lights dazzle the doctors as they do their best to tend to the injured. Finally, The professor turns off the switch as ammunition has ran out. He then walks up to the observation deck to peek at the not so distant frontlines with his binaculars.<br/><br/>Frontlines<br/><br/>Soldiers of the first harkback army abandon their gun posts as they search for a better place to witness this extraordinary sight. At first, They believe the little stars passing overhead to be part of a meteor shower. Little do they know about the scheduled testing of the Doom cannon. A wall of smoke and fire rises on the horizon as the falling stars crack open, revealing their explosive contents to those unfortunate to be around.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Takeing the Guns</span><br/><br/><br/>It would have been foolish not to take this opportunity, in the death of night the slockers witnessed the showing off of the enemy's new artillery piece. In amaze ment they watched as the enemy troops abandoned there positions, 2nd Depostist legion moved in quickly and silently across the trenches and planned to turn the guns on the unexpected enemy defenders, while they gawked and awed at there new toy the hegmony was to cut them down with steel and iron. Shells rained down at the trenches causing several deaths but the forces pushed on, the last thing the wanted was to stop now and get caught in the blasts. If this succeeded not only gave them a way to move ever forward but also to support the 23rd and its small attachment which followed it, the 23rd remained strong and gunned straight for the new weapon, a threat like this was nothing more than overglorified artillery, the head commander of 23rd Igor Kirov is quoted to have said, ""The scraps will be good when added to the Citadel."" This was a fantastic day for the hegmony, now they had a war to surround the alteran divisions in saxony and started to move in to destroy them, there supplies were to be cut off and encircled it was only a matter of time until they fell.<br/><br/>Overhead Leto Air Force continued to engage the biplanes the alterans called an air force, things where going never better as the 23rd and a few reinforcements made there way toward the massive gun, artillery was to open fire as soon as they where in range, a machine like that built so quickly could only be delicate she'll it enough it would stop working. Smaller tanks that followed the 23rd like with now destroyed fort serenity charged forward carrying explosives, one way or another that gun was going offline,</div></blockquote><br/><br/>It seemed as if the soldiers of the hegemony had no clue of the imminent threat they were facing. As they left the safety of their trenches, Shells of the doom cannon begun to rain down on them. Troops that made it past the barrage were easily spotted by The harkback who had their eyes focused on the enemy lines. They were surprised to find their foes moving out during the artillery barrage but they were not unprepared, for that they haven't left their weapons abandoned. They opened fire as they jumped back into their positions and requested further fire support from the 1st harkback army.<br/><br/>It turned out that the single most expensive weapon in the harkback arsenal was also the most defended one, though not by conventional forces, but by a network of mines, tank traps (covered pits that collapse under weight and are stuffed with explosives) and smaller bunkers armed with machine guns and high-caliber guns. They fiercly resisted the 23rd. Meanwhile, The Doom cannon would return fire on approaching enemy altilery while its bomb frame would soak up incoming damage"
8179,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=450,2015-03-10T11:20:00,New Strausberg,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23796810#p23796810"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Strausberg <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23775602#p23775602"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Takeing the Guns</span><br/><br/><br/>It would have been foolish not to take this opportunity, in the death of night the slockers witnessed the showing off of the enemy's new artillery piece. In amaze ment they watched as the enemy troops abandoned there positions, 2nd Depostist legion moved in quickly and silently across the trenches and planned to turn the guns on the unexpected enemy defenders, while they gawked and awed at there new toy the hegmony was to cut them down with steel and iron. Shells rained down at the trenches causing several deaths but the forces pushed on, the last thing the wanted was to stop now and get caught in the blasts. If this succeeded not only gave them a way to move ever forward but also to support the 23rd and its small attachment which followed it, the 23rd remained strong and gunned straight for the new weapon, a threat like this was nothing more than overglorified artillery, the head commander of 23rd Igor Kirov is quoted to have said, ""The scraps will be good when added to the Citadel."" This was a fantastic day for the hegmony, now they had a war to surround the alteran divisions in saxony and started to move in to destroy them, there supplies were to be cut off and encircled it was only a matter of time until they fell.<br/><br/>Overhead Leto Air Force continued to engage the biplanes the alterans called an air force, things where going never better as the 23rd and a few reinforcements made there way toward the massive gun, artillery was to open fire as soon as they where in range, a machine like that built so quickly could only be delicate she'll it enough it would stop working. Smaller tanks that followed the 23rd like with now destroyed fort serenity charged forward carrying explosives, one way or another that gun was going offline,</div></blockquote><br/><br/>It seemed as if the soldiers of the hegemony had no clue of the imminent threat they were facing. As they left the safety of their trenches, Shells of the doom cannon begun to rain down on them. Troops that made it past the barrage were easily spotted by The harkback who had their eyes focused on the enemy lines. They were surprised to find their foes moving out during the artillery barrage but they were not unprepared, for that they haven't left their weapons abandoned. They opened fire as they jumped back into their positions and requested further fire support from the 1st harkback army.<br/><br/>It turned out that the single most expensive weapon in the harkback arsenal was also the most defended one, though not by conventional forces, but by a network of mines, tank traps (covered pits that collapse under weight and are stuffed with explosives) and smaller bunkers armed with machine guns and high-caliber guns. They fiercly resisted the 23rd. Meanwhile, The Doom cannon would return fire on approaching enemy altilery while its bomb frame would soak up incoming damage</div></blockquote><br/><br/>From the trenches men prepared mortars with chemical gas to attempt to flush the men out, the 2nd took position in the ruins of the bombed out fields that was No-mans land. Things where getting bogged down as they radioed back the coordinates of the trenches for the mortar fire. Everything was scrambled as only a few men where able to make it to the trenches at a time, the mortars stood ready to fire on the command of the officers. If they couldn't take the trenches soon they would fire gas and then try again. Men prepared there gas masks as they got ready to move forward if anything chemicals should obscure there approach, they all go ready as the order was soon given and chemical bombing commenced. In the hearts of the 2nd a soft prayer went out to the men they where shelling.<br/><br/>The 23rd where going full speed when they hit the land mines, no one expected them as they where to focused on trying to take out the gun. The artillery unable to take out the guns shell frame on there own began to lob gas over the walls. Perfected in Leto the chemical shells would wreck havock on the men inside. The 23rd out there gas masks on for when they got closer no one wanted to end up dead by there own weapon, if it had not been for the chemical attack from fort serenity they might not have the precaution. Hopefully they could take out enough to get the gun offline so they could figure out a way around the mines. So far the only idea anyone had was to shell an area with tank fire to clear out the mines and head through there. While the guns pounded behind them everyone held there breath as they hoped it would work tanks opening fire on where they assumed the mines where."
8180,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=450,2015-03-10T12:56:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Strausberg <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23797563#p23797563"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23796810#p23796810"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>It seemed as if the soldiers of the hegemony had no clue of the imminent threat they were facing. As they left the safety of their trenches, Shells of the doom cannon begun to rain down on them. Troops that made it past the barrage were easily spotted by The harkback who had their eyes focused on the enemy lines. They were surprised to find their foes moving out during the artillery barrage but they were not unprepared, for that they haven't left their weapons abandoned. They opened fire as they jumped back into their positions and requested further fire support from the 1st harkback army.<br/><br/>It turned out that the single most expensive weapon in the harkback arsenal was also the most defended one, though not by conventional forces, but by a network of mines, tank traps (covered pits that collapse under weight and are stuffed with explosives) and smaller bunkers armed with machine guns and high-caliber guns. They fiercly resisted the 23rd. Meanwhile, The Doom cannon would return fire on approaching enemy altilery while its bomb frame would soak up incoming damage</div></blockquote><br/><br/>From the trenches men prepared mortars with chemical gas to attempt to flush the men out, the 2nd took position in the ruins of the bombed out fields that was No-mans land. Things where getting bogged down as they radioed back the coordinates of the trenches for the mortar fire. Everything was scrambled as only a few men where able to make it to the trenches at a time, the mortars stood ready to fire on the command of the officers. If they couldn't take the trenches soon they would fire gas and then try again. Men prepared there gas masks as they got ready to move forward if anything chemicals should obscure there approach, they all go ready as the order was soon given and chemical bombing commenced. In the hearts of the 2nd a soft prayer went out to the men they where shelling.<br/><br/>The 23rd where going full speed when they hit the land mines, no one expected them as they where to focused on trying to take out the gun. The artillery unable to take out the guns shell frame on there own began to lob gas over the walls. Perfected in Leto the chemical shells would wreck havock on the men inside. The 23rd out there gas masks on for when they got closer no one wanted to end up dead by there own weapon, if it had not been for the chemical attack from fort serenity they might not have the precaution. Hopefully they could take out enough to get the gun offline so they could figure out a way around the mines. So far the only idea anyone had was to shell an area with tank fire to clear out the mines and head through there. While the guns pounded behind them everyone held there breath as they hoped it would work tanks opening fire on where they assumed the mines where.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>At First, The harkback mistook the gas canisters for mere smoke grenades. Only when they saw some of their comrades caughing from the irritating gas have they realized that its poisonous and so they put on their oxigen masks, a must have for any harkback to survive during peak traffic hours. - ""Just like back home."" - A Soldier noted as he fired hurled a grenade forward.<br/><br/>While Despotist mortals were shooting pockets of foul air onto harkback trenches, the 1st harkback altilery shelled the battlefields with explosive frag shells that would explode into thousands of bullet sized metal fragments.<br/><br/>Shrouded by a mist of Despotist gas, The Doom cannon ceased firing. Fort Brotherhood's main opening (used by the doom cannon to shoot through) became barred by a concrete gate while defenders welcomed the 23rd with more machine gun fire and grenades. Reinforcements were En-route to encircle the daring enemy with an ETA of 6 hours."
8181,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=450,2015-03-10T13:41:00,Seno Zhou Varada,"<blockquote><div><cite>United Soviet Jason Republic <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23791399#p23791399"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Crimson Revolution</span></span><br/><br/>General Al-Ada was shocked by the crowds in the city. He was happy that the country wanted to be reborn, but worried that it would hamper the war effort. He was walking on a fine line. With nearly 25,000 troops stationed in each city the garrison was quite a large one. However Al-Ada had seen the dedication of the people when overthrowing the Leto monarchy. These people were more determined than that. As a result the General would address the people of Zyras. He did so openly, speaking to a crowd from the military headquarters. He would speak to the people and then be translated by a translator. Near him Hegemony guards stood at attention. Behind the General hung a Hegemony flag, with an old Zyras flag next to it. The short speech would be broadcast over radio.<br/><br/>""People of New Zyras! For too long the Altarian overlords have suppressed you! They have tricked you! Stamped on your rights! Used you! But no longer! We, the people of the Hegemony are here not to stamp on you but to uplift you! We do not wish to stay as an occupying force but as an ally! We have common goals! The destruction of Altaria! You are our friends! We wish for you to rise up against the Altarian overlords and rule yourselves! As requested by you, the people, I am hereby willing to leave your lands and have you as our friend on the world stage! God bears witness to my words! I, General Al-Ada, will let New Zyras be free again! In return for this all we seek is the permission of your people to continue the war against the Altarian bastards! We seek to march through your lands in peace so that we can beat back the barbaric foe! <br/><br/>Your friendship and permission will be greatly rewarded! I swear in front of you and god that the Altarians will no longer have any possessions on this peninsula! I will not stop until you, New Zyras, are free and have wiped the Altarian foe from this landmass! This oath is to you, the people!""<br/><br/>General Al-Ada would wait as the translator read his words to the crowd. He already had other thoughts on his mind.<br/><br/>Already 50,000 troops were marching back towards the Hegemony. The rest of Al-Ada's forces were continuing their rush north. Soon they would be in the last two Altarian cities on the peninsula. The 800,000 man army, with 600 tanks and 400 planes would be on top of the cities in a mere day or so. Plans however were being made for after the two cities fell.<br/><br/>By order of the General several of the mothballed zeppelins were to be recommissioned and flown up to New Zyras. As the gambit continued to unfold these would be stationed in the two Altarian cities that would be taken. <br/><br/>They were instructed to come fully loaded with containers of mustard and chlorine.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""color: #800000"">The Crimson Revolution</span></span></span><br/><br/>The general's words did in fact bring a bit of change to the people's hearts to the opinions of these foreigners enough to let them do what they would need to do. As word spread of the Crimson revolution and the people's will was made. Soon just angry militia would begin making a professional army called the Zyrasian First as well as with the old mothballed zeppelins which with some fixing up would make up the Zyrasian First. Of course Altarian remnants probably existed in jungle forts or sympathizers within the cities and they were the first targets of the revolution. But they weren't the only targets because as soon as they were wiped out and the training was finished and equipment finished handing out the next goal would be the rest of the peninsula specifically the last two cities. To assist the Hegemony in a way some of the more hardened and well equipped soldiers would assist some 4,000. A meager amount but first New Zyrasian homeland must be secured before the war on the rest of the peninsula could go full steam."
8182,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=450,2015-03-10T17:24:00,New Strausberg,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23798410#p23798410"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Strausberg <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23797563#p23797563"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>From the trenches men prepared mortars with chemical gas to attempt to flush the men out, the 2nd took position in the ruins of the bombed out fields that was No-mans land. Things where getting bogged down as they radioed back the coordinates of the trenches for the mortar fire. Everything was scrambled as only a few men where able to make it to the trenches at a time, the mortars stood ready to fire on the command of the officers. If they couldn't take the trenches soon they would fire gas and then try again. Men prepared there gas masks as they got ready to move forward if anything chemicals should obscure there approach, they all go ready as the order was soon given and chemical bombing commenced. In the hearts of the 2nd a soft prayer went out to the men they where shelling.<br/><br/>The 23rd where going full speed when they hit the land mines, no one expected them as they where to focused on trying to take out the gun. The artillery unable to take out the guns shell frame on there own began to lob gas over the walls. Perfected in Leto the chemical shells would wreck havock on the men inside. The 23rd out there gas masks on for when they got closer no one wanted to end up dead by there own weapon, if it had not been for the chemical attack from fort serenity they might not have the precaution. Hopefully they could take out enough to get the gun offline so they could figure out a way around the mines. So far the only idea anyone had was to shell an area with tank fire to clear out the mines and head through there. While the guns pounded behind them everyone held there breath as they hoped it would work tanks opening fire on where they assumed the mines where.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>At First, The harkback mistook the gas canisters for mere smoke grenades. Only when they saw some of their comrades caughing from the irritating gas have they realized that its poisonous and so they put on their oxigen masks, a must have for any harkback to survive during peak traffic hours. - ""Just like back home."" - A Soldier noted as he fired hurled a grenade forward.<br/><br/>While Despotist mortals were shooting pockets of foul air onto harkback trenches, the 1st harkback altilery shelled the battlefields with explosive frag shells that would explode into thousands of bullet sized metal fragments.<br/><br/>Shrouded by a mist of Despotist gas, The Doom cannon ceased firing. Fort Brotherhood's main opening (used by the doom cannon to shoot through) became barred by a concrete gate while defenders welcomed the 23rd with more machine gun fire and grenades. Reinforcements were En-route to encircle the daring enemy with an ETA of 6 hours.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Digging In</span><br/><br/>With the gun at the least disabled the 23rd decided to dig in and turn there artillery guns around, the tanks covered the entrance to the emplacement with fire as the artillery shells opened fire on the harback lines behind them. The hope was to provide support and move up the lines, using the minefield in front if them as a barrier from the foe inside the fort every now and then they would fire a gas she'll in to try and gunk up there doom cannon. With that out of commission the 2nd was able to use the shrouded gas to advance quickly on the enemy trench. The only threat now was the chance of getting shot by random machine gun fire or being hit by the fragmentation explosives they where lobbing from the zadox artillery. Soon they would reach the trenches and then the butchers would need to be done as the men readied there knifes and pistols.<br/><br/>A few heavy Depostist tanks where sent to slam into the center section of the enemy trench from the 23rd division while the rest stayed to dig in and open fire. Around the 23rds position in the mine field they started to dig a circular trench around the tanks. This was an attempt to allow for soldiers to move in once reinforcements arrived and not leave there tanks so openly exposed. Everyone who's wasn't needed to fire the tank got out and got digging,"
8183,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=450,2015-03-11T07:04:00,New Fraulasia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Fort Hope, 2041 A.O.P.,</span><br/>For the past two months, the displaced people of Goffsill have attempted to resettle themselves north of the Altarian Iberia. Fort Hope, in the time that their old homeland became a warzone, became a permanent settlement of the Gofferin people. In these past two months, the mentality of the Goffsill has also shifted. The focus of the people has become survival, and clinging to the Gofferin identity, which they worked to produce for nearly 1200 years. The armed forces are maintained, and while the infantry and artillery are destroyed, the Skyfleets survive as a sort of police force, praying that the Hegemonic forces come westward through Zadox. Using charts, Phase II of the Never the Last programs is due to begin.<br/><br/><br/>EDIT: Item list, bolded items are new, quite a few have been lost<br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Agents:</span><br/>Philosopher King Halver Edenot Glowkindle<br/>Scientific Director Linden<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Forces:</span><br/>1st Skyfleet<br/>2nd Skyfleet<br/>Shadowed Hand Organization <br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Infrastructure:</span><br/>Fort Hope<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Culture:</span><br/>The Potato Calendar<br/>The Old Epics<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Never the Last Mentality</span><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Knowledge:</span><br/>All level 1 <br/>All level 2<br/>All level 3</div></div></div>"
8184,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=450,2015-03-11T10:27:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Strausberg <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23801516#p23801516"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23798410#p23798410"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>At First, The harkback mistook the gas canisters for mere smoke grenades. Only when they saw some of their comrades caughing from the irritating gas have they realized that its poisonous and so they put on their oxigen masks, a must have for any harkback to survive during peak traffic hours. - ""Just like back home."" - A Soldier noted as he fired hurled a grenade forward.<br/><br/>While Despotist mortals were shooting pockets of foul air onto harkback trenches, the 1st harkback altilery shelled the battlefields with explosive frag shells that would explode into thousands of bullet sized metal fragments.<br/><br/>Shrouded by a mist of Despotist gas, The Doom cannon ceased firing. Fort Brotherhood's main opening (used by the doom cannon to shoot through) became barred by a concrete gate while defenders welcomed the 23rd with more machine gun fire and grenades. Reinforcements were En-route to encircle the daring enemy with an ETA of 6 hours.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Digging In</span><br/><br/>With the gun at the least disabled the 23rd decided to dig in and turn there artillery guns around, the tanks covered the entrance to the emplacement with fire as the artillery shells opened fire on the harback lines behind them. The hope was to provide support and move up the lines, using the minefield in front if them as a barrier from the foe inside the fort every now and then they would fire a gas she'll in to try and gunk up there doom cannon. With that out of commission the 2nd was able to use the shrouded gas to advance quickly on the enemy trench. The only threat now was the chance of getting shot by random machine gun fire or being hit by the fragmentation explosives they where lobbing from the zadox artillery. Soon they would reach the trenches and then the butchers would need to be done as the men readied there knifes and pistols.<br/><br/>A few heavy Depostist tanks where sent to slam into the center section of the enemy trench from the 23rd division while the rest stayed to dig in and open fire. Around the 23rds position in the mine field they started to dig a circular trench around the tanks. This was an attempt to allow for soldiers to move in once reinforcements arrived and not leave there tanks so openly exposed. Everyone who's wasn't needed to fire the tank got out and got digging,</div></blockquote><br/><br/>In the thick fog of gas, Despotist soldiers had little chance of noticing the Maze of barbed wire that surrounded the harkback trench. While most of the men kept shooting and throwing grenades and dynamites blindly towards the enemy, some harkback soldiers begun to panic and as they were afraid to leave the safety of the fortifications, they hunkered down in narrow corners of the trench. Their plan was to shoot any enemy combatant to come into viewing distance with their revolvers. The incoming despotist tanks remained unnoticed for the time being.<br/><br/>Meanwhile at Fort Brotherhood, The 1st harkback Altilery along with Reinforcements from Zadox, Mercenaries known as the Order of Rovu Begun Surrounding the 23rd and bombarding its positions with bombs filled with flammable liquids that would set fire to their surroundings."
8185,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=450,2015-03-11T10:32:00,Pac Kindom,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Freedom</span><br/>It was a common day in Bython, the Cast Council were traveling the there nation they herd the people taking about the fate of Ryddid and they deciede free the Bython Colonies, when the people the people cheard The Cast Council accused Altarian for shedding Bython Blood on Bython soil,and with a Strong Navy, well and trained Army it would no doubt defeat the Altarian. The second fleet was sent along with a feet of transports ships an landing ships containing the Bython Expeditionary Force and Bython Foreign Legion.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Invasion</span><br/>Over time the Ships reach a neutral zone and the troops are released to March to Ryhdidd City Spy sappers construct trenches to create a stalemate for the Bythons and Artillery is also carried the Tanks moving in front of the troops has well, Spies gather intelligence on the Bythons with great stealth capabilities and soon one way or another the city of Rhydidd would freed.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Bython Union""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""> <span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Agent</span> </span> (3)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Maelor Pritchett</span> A great inventor.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Huw Owen</span> A great Explorer.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Robat Dey </span> Most Power full of the Bython Mystics<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Forces</span></span> (13)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bython Intel Agency (BIA)</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Bython Guard, Bython Foreign Legion, Bython Expeditionary Force</span> (2)<br/>100 Powered Cavalry (Tanks) <a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Renault_FT"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Renault_FT</a><br/>50,000 foot soldiers, 500 The Machine Gunners, 500 QF 13-pounder and 500 QF 18-pounder <br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">]Cities Guard</span> <br/>220,000 foot soldiers, 11,00 The Machine Gunners, 5,500 QF 13-pounder and 5,500 QF 18-pounder <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">]Bython Home Fleet, 2nd Fleet, 3rd Fleet,4th Fleet,5th Fleet,6th Fleet</span> (6)<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/S-class_destroyer_&amp;#40;1916&amp;"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/S-class_de ... &amp;#40;1916&amp;</a>#41; *25<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Danae-class_cruiser"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Danae-class_cruiser</a> *20<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Renown-class_battlecruiser"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Renown-class_battlecruiser</a> * 15<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Iron_Duke-class_battleship"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Iron_Duke-class_battleship</a> * 10<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/British_L-class_submarine"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/British_L-class_submarine</a> *30<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Bython Air fleet, 2nd Air Fleet </span> <br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hawker_Hart#Demon"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hawker_Hart#Demon</a> *150<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Infrastructure</span></span> (11)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Conwy</span> This town is set stride a river which flows thro the town in to the port and out to sea. Town surround the port and train station.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Caernarfon</span> A town in a valley to the west of Conwy. Town surround an central square and train station.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Borthiant</span>A town in a valley to the east of Conwy. Town surround an central square and train station.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Caer</span> An old large prison and mine complex. Now it more resembles an old Norman castle with large gray stone walls with a large temple and gardens.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cloddfa</span> A mine complex and a Town surround an central square and train station.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Foroedd</span> This town is built next to a large bay Town surround the port and train station.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Douglas</span> A Factory complex and a Town surround an central square and train station.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Nantes</span> A mine complex and a Town surround an central square and train station.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Zon'friex</span> Once a collection of underground vaults and now has became a bustling city with a labyrinth made of roads and corridors that connect to districts <br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Ar'forgual Aerodrome</span> The first city that is made outside of the city of Zon'frex. It is a nexus for the Stao'nonxizil's own airships <br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Gyr'flow[b] Known as the deepest fissure in the lands that the Stao'nonxizil have occupied and the riches of its mineral wealth. This is also the town that has rested on the very walls and the homesteads that have settled on the valley itself.<br/><br/>[b]<span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Special Infrastructure</span> </span> (4)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Rheilffordd</span> These railroads connect the cities and towns of the Union. <br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bython Airfield </span> an aerodrome was built with paved runways <br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Maes Olew</span> An oil field/Refinery in the north of Bython<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Chrea Center </span> Factory . Tools, appliances, Motorbikes, Planes, Tanks, guns and Medicines, shipped all over the Union.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Culture</span> </span> (1)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bython Code </span> The Bythons are fare, free, people who live by the code honor thy Father, Protect the weak, be loyal to friends and family<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Magic</span> </span> (2) <br/>Sense The ability to sense the life force of the people around them.<br/>Touch The ability to inference the people around them.<br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">[b]Knowledge: </span><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">-LEVEL 1, 2, 3</span> (All)<br/><br/>The Union is an oligarchy ruled by the Cast Council. Although there is a capital city ,Conwy the Cast Council can meet in any City. The Cast Council is made up of eight individuals, two from the 4 main Cast ,Warrior, Builder, Grower and Teacher .<br/>The Builder cast controls all types of construction mine and Manufacture and are based in Cloddfa.<br/>The Grower cast controls all types of food production and are based in Borthiant.<br/>The Warrior Cast is responsible for the safety of the and the security of the Union and are based in Conwy.<br/>The Teacher Cast is responsible for the teaching of the Union young and all research and development. They are based in Caernarfon.<br/>The Religious Cast at this time number about 10 individuals . They are based in Caer.</div></div></div>"
8186,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=450,2015-03-11T19:29:00,New Strausberg,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23807706#p23807706"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Strausberg <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23801516#p23801516"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Digging In</span><br/><br/>With the gun at the least disabled the 23rd decided to dig in and turn there artillery guns around, the tanks covered the entrance to the emplacement with fire as the artillery shells opened fire on the harback lines behind them. The hope was to provide support and move up the lines, using the minefield in front if them as a barrier from the foe inside the fort every now and then they would fire a gas she'll in to try and gunk up there doom cannon. With that out of commission the 2nd was able to use the shrouded gas to advance quickly on the enemy trench. The only threat now was the chance of getting shot by random machine gun fire or being hit by the fragmentation explosives they where lobbing from the zadox artillery. Soon they would reach the trenches and then the butchers would need to be done as the men readied there knifes and pistols.<br/><br/>A few heavy Depostist tanks where sent to slam into the center section of the enemy trench from the 23rd division while the rest stayed to dig in and open fire. Around the 23rds position in the mine field they started to dig a circular trench around the tanks. This was an attempt to allow for soldiers to move in once reinforcements arrived and not leave there tanks so openly exposed. Everyone who's wasn't needed to fire the tank got out and got digging,</div></blockquote><br/><br/>In the thick fog of gas, Despotist soldiers had little chance of noticing the Maze of barbed wire that surrounded the harkback trench. While most of the men kept shooting and throwing grenades and dynamites blindly towards the enemy, some harkback soldiers begun to panic and as they were afraid to leave the safety of the fortifications, they hunkered down in narrow corners of the trench. Their plan was to shoot any enemy combatant to come into viewing distance with their revolvers. The incoming despotist tanks remained unnoticed for the time being. <br/><br/>Meanwhile at Fort Brotherhood, The 1st harkback Altilery along with Reinforcements from Zadox, Mercenaries known as the Order of Rovu Begun Surrounding the 23rd and bombarding its positions with bombs filled with flammable liquids that would set fire to their surroundings.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Take the Trenches!</span><br/><br/>With the 2nd legion slowly making it into the trench the fighting men of the 23rd Iron battallion slowly being surrounded by forced known as the order of Rovu retreated back to the trench line. In full speed the 23rd made its way to the trenches in an attempted to fortify and defend it. The heavy tanks already coming up on the trenches moved in as closely as possible and opened up from behind with machine gun fire, this was to do as little damage to the trenches as possible.<br/>Before leaving however the 23rd having cleared a ""runway"" for tanks through the minefield after its initial bombardment once they arrived, sent 5 quick moving arura tanks loaded with explosives barreling toward the doom cannons main gate there accelerators jammed, the hope was that they could at least take the gun offline long enough to caught there breath after the retreat. Hooking up what artillery the could and flooring reverse the 23rd division attempted to funnel the Order of Rovu that would try to follow them infront of there guns while spotter would look out of the back of the tank to see where they where going.<br/><br/>Meanwhile slowly bogged down by the wire men slowly began to pour into the trenches. Mortars where moved up to nomads lands as the 23rd radioed in that it was pulling back. Anything that could be salvaged to turn into a defense would be salvaged especially the enemy artillery that had pounded in the 2nd legion as it made is March across nomans land, it would be a short time untill the full strength of the 23rd would arrive, and hopefully by them they would be more prepared for the assault to come for now the 2nd and several heavy tanks of the 23rd had the alterans surrounded on both sides."
8187,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=450,2015-03-12T04:26:00,Pac Kindom,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Rhydidd City</span><br/>Only hours after landing the Bythons had the city of Rhydidd surrounded and that when the arguing between the leaders of Expeditionary Force and Foreign Legion began, one wanted to take the City and kill all the Altarians Invaders and the other want to let surrender. The people of Rhydidd began to shout and cheer as they would finally be freed from the Altarians oppression<br/><br/><br/><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Bython Union""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""> <span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Agent</span> </span> (3)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Maelor Pritchett</span> A great inventor.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Huw Owen</span> A great Explorer.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Robat Dey </span> Most Power full of the Bython Mystics<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Forces</span></span> (13)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bython Intel Agency (BIA)</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Bython Guard, Bython Foreign Legion, Bython Expeditionary Force</span> (2)<br/>100 Powered Cavalry (Tanks) <a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Renault_FT"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Renault_FT</a><br/>50,000 foot soldiers, 500 The Machine Gunners, 500 QF 13-pounder and 500 QF 18-pounder <br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">]Cities Guard</span> <br/>220,000 foot soldiers, 11,00 The Machine Gunners, 5,500 QF 13-pounder and 5,500 QF 18-pounder <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">]Bython Home Fleet, 2nd Fleet, 3rd Fleet,4th Fleet,5th Fleet,6th Fleet</span> (6)<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/S-class_destroyer_&amp;#40;1916&amp;"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/S-class_de ... &amp;#40;1916&amp;</a>#41; *25<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Danae-class_cruiser"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Danae-class_cruiser</a> *20<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Renown-class_battlecruiser"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Renown-class_battlecruiser</a> * 15<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Iron_Duke-class_battleship"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Iron_Duke-class_battleship</a> * 10<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/British_L-class_submarine"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/British_L-class_submarine</a> *30<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Bython Air fleet, 2nd Air Fleet </span> <br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hawker_Hart#Demon"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hawker_Hart#Demon</a> *150<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Infrastructure</span></span> (11)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Conwy</span> This town is set stride a river which flows thro the town in to the port and out to sea. Town surround the port and train station.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Caernarfon</span> A town in a valley to the west of Conwy. Town surround an central square and train station.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Borthiant</span>A town in a valley to the east of Conwy. Town surround an central square and train station.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Caer</span> An old large prison and mine complex. Now it more resembles an old Norman castle with large gray stone walls with a large temple and gardens.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cloddfa</span> A mine complex and a Town surround an central square and train station.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Foroedd</span> This town is built next to a large bay Town surround the port and train station.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Douglas</span> A Factory complex and a Town surround an central square and train station.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Nantes</span> A mine complex and a Town surround an central square and train station.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Zon'friex</span> Once a collection of underground vaults and now has became a bustling city with a labyrinth made of roads and corridors that connect to districts <br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Ar'forgual Aerodrome</span> The first city that is made outside of the city of Zon'frex. It is a nexus for the Stao'nonxizil's own airships <br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Gyr'flow[b] Known as the deepest fissure in the lands that the Stao'nonxizil have occupied and the riches of its mineral wealth. This is also the town that has rested on the very walls and the homesteads that have settled on the valley itself.<br/><br/>[b]<span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Special Infrastructure</span> </span> (4)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Rheilffordd</span> These railroads connect the cities and towns of the Union. <br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bython Airfield </span> an aerodrome was built with paved runways <br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Maes Olew</span> An oil field/Refinery in the north of Bython<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Chrea Center </span> Factory . Tools, appliances, Motorbikes, Planes, Tanks, guns and Medicines, shipped all over the Union.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Culture</span> </span> (1)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bython Code </span> The Bythons are fare, free, people who live by the code honor thy Father, Protect the weak, be loyal to friends and family<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Magic</span> </span> (2) <br/>Sense The ability to sense the life force of the people around them.<br/>Touch The ability to inference the people around them.<br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">[b]Knowledge: </span><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">-LEVEL 1, 2, 3</span> (All)<br/><br/>The Union is an oligarchy ruled by the Cast Council. Although there is a capital city ,Conwy the Cast Council can meet in any City. The Cast Council is made up of eight individuals, two from the 4 main Cast ,Warrior, Builder, Grower and Teacher .<br/>The Builder cast controls all types of construction mine and Manufacture and are based in Cloddfa.<br/>The Grower cast controls all types of food production and are based in Borthiant.<br/>The Warrior Cast is responsible for the safety of the and the security of the Union and are based in Conwy.<br/>The Teacher Cast is responsible for the teaching of the Union young and all research and development. They are based in Caernarfon.<br/>The Religious Cast at this time number about 10 individuals . They are based in Caer.</div></div></div>"
8188,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=450,2015-03-12T13:50:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Strausberg <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23813796#p23813796"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23807706#p23807706"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>In the thick fog of gas, Despotist soldiers had little chance of noticing the Maze of barbed wire that surrounded the harkback trench. While most of the men kept shooting and throwing grenades and dynamites blindly towards the enemy, some harkback soldiers begun to panic and as they were afraid to leave the safety of the fortifications, they hunkered down in narrow corners of the trench. Their plan was to shoot any enemy combatant to come into viewing distance with their revolvers. The incoming despotist tanks remained unnoticed for the time being. <br/><br/>Meanwhile at Fort Brotherhood, The 1st harkback Altilery along with Reinforcements from Zadox, Mercenaries known as the Order of Rovu Begun Surrounding the 23rd and bombarding its positions with bombs filled with flammable liquids that would set fire to their surroundings.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Take the Trenches!</span><br/><br/>With the 2nd legion slowly making it into the trench the fighting men of the 23rd Iron battallion slowly being surrounded by forced known as the order of Rovu retreated back to the trench line. In full speed the 23rd made its way to the trenches in an attempted to fortify and defend it. The heavy tanks already coming up on the trenches moved in as closely as possible and opened up from behind with machine gun fire, this was to do as little damage to the trenches as possible.<br/>Before leaving however the 23rd having cleared a ""runway"" for tanks through the minefield after its initial bombardment once they arrived, sent 5 quick moving arura tanks loaded with explosives barreling toward the doom cannons main gate there accelerators jammed, the hope was that they could at least take the gun offline long enough to caught there breath after the retreat. Hooking up what artillery the could and flooring reverse the 23rd division attempted to funnel the Order of Rovu that would try to follow them infront of there guns while spotter would look out of the back of the tank to see where they where going. <br/><br/>Meanwhile slowly bogged down by the wire men slowly began to pour into the trenches. Mortars where moved up to nomads lands as the 23rd radioed in that it was pulling back. Anything that could be salvaged to turn into a defense would be salvaged especially the enemy artillery that had pounded in the 2nd legion as it made is March across nomans land, it would be a short time untill the full strength of the 23rd would arrive, and hopefully by them they would be more prepared for the assault to come for now the 2nd and several heavy tanks of the 23rd had the alterans surrounded on both sides.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The Doom cannon.<br/><br/>As soldiers of the order preferred close quarters combat, They would not press the attack against the 23rd, but merely await the enemy to approach from their hidden positions. Eventually, the enemy retreated back to the front lines through a gap in harkback formations. The Order of Rovu would very soon recieve orders to fill said gap and support the 1st army hold the lines. Meanwhile, The Fort Brotherhood's garrion was surprised by the small detachment of approaching vehicles, They rolled straight towards the doom cannon, but as it was atop a steep hill, the tanks would have a hard time climbing up. Soldiers threw smoke grenades at the approaching warmachines and attempted to sieze them by climbing atop and forcing their way inside.<br/><br/>The assault<br/><br/>A Bloody close quarters battle would ensure on the frontlines, were it not for the harkback High command. Afraid to take too many losses, The Zadoxians gave out the Retreat order for affected parts of the 1st army. Strategic reserves of fuel still remaining in the trenches would be used to start an inferno that fed on wood and explosives littered around the trench while troops quickly descended into escape tunnels and covered pits that led to the 2nd line of defense, just a kilometer away. There was little to nothing left behind.<br/><br/>The 1st harkback artillery, being motorized and at least a mile away from the battlefield in protective camouflage tents have successfully remained intact from enemy looting as it begun to initiate operation Steel Rain. With seemingly endless supplies of munitions transported from Zadox, The 1st harkback army combined with the doom cannon could afford to bombard the 2nd legion 24 hours a day, 7 days a week."
8189,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=450,2015-03-12T13:57:00,New Fraulasia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Fort Hope, 2041 A.O.P.,</span><br/>Fort Hope, now the technical capital of the Goffsill, has a specific sort of project. Postings and radio advertisements, payed for in the full Never The Last project, illustrating the benefits of embarking on a Skyfleet airship for the New World, the distant continent on which the Zadoxian Renorie had been established. The takers on the offer are alone or desperate, but both these pioneers and the cultural offices both hope that they can find solace in a open land, far from the war and the destruction. The first colonials are flown out on the Skyfleet Airship<span style=""font-style: italic"">GSS Ruebeck</span>, named out of remembrance for the late Zadoxian Mayor.<br/><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Agents</span><br/>Philosopher King Halver Edenot Glowkindle<br/>Scientific Director Augusta Linden<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Forces</span><br/>First Skyfleet<br/>- minor item: <span style=""font-style: italic"">GSS Ruebeck</span><br/>Second Skyfleet<br/>Shadowed Hand Organization<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Infrastructure</span><br/>Fort Hope<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Renore Colony</span><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Culture</span><br/>The Potato Calendar<br/>The Old Epics<br/>Never The Last Mentality<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Knowledge</span><br/>All Level 1<br/>All Level 2<br/>All Level 3</div></div></div>"
8190,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=450,2015-03-12T15:26:00,Harkback Union,"Renorie Naval Facility.<br/><br/>""Doctor Rotwang! Doctor! I have... and Urgent... Telegram for you."" - Shouted a man in a red collar as he ran through a corridor, after the famous doctor. The doctor and his guards halted and turned around.<br/><br/>The Neon lights flickered overhead as the old Rotwang begun to read the telegram. - ""So, the order wants to lease some of our submarines? All right. But tell them to bring it back in one piece!"" - He said to the messenger, who then rushed back to his telegraph station to forward the message to the Sub pen in Dunnrhof. 3 Whale Class Cargo submarines, developed for the Maritime Zadox would be leased to the order to do whatever they want with it. The Subs would leave port 12 hours later and sail upstream on the Gofflane packed with unknown cargo..."
8191,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=450,2015-03-13T08:31:00,Levis Avara,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Leon and New Zyras</span><br/><br/>Leon and New Zyras torn by War in the Anacreon and Ultimo Ages and ultimately destroyed in the Calamity these lands where no strangers to chaos and hardships.When it had been heard that New Zyras had revolted the people wondered why if they hated being apart of Altaria did they not just hold a referendum to secede? Would be much more peaceful and have more common sense but eh.<br/><br/>Has the Leto Forces swept the landscape a force of 750,000 men had amassed on Leon they held supremacy in the seas which allowed troops to easily be sent there and they set up Artillery and fortifications this was their priority to protect the heartland the Artillery would fire from fire range damaging leto forces that would approach. They may have taken New Zyras but for Leon they would have to go thru hell and back.50,000 troops where stationed in Orion,Vela,and Aurora city.About 200 tanks and 200 aircraft where stationed here.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Rhydidd</span><br/><br/>The Artillery and few ships in Rhydidd had damaged the Bython forces stationed there but still the city was taken.In the end most of ALtarian forces where in Tredera the other colonies where unknown to the enemy luckily.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Leto bombardment</span><br/>A huge amount of the Luna fleet had been decimated by Leto U-boats however the Fleet was gigantic much bigger then letos. submarines would be sent to sneak up on U-boats and destroy them.While many ships had been sacrificed it appeared the battle would still be in favor of the Altarians.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Leto East coast</span><br/>The small fleet of 15 ships had reached the East Coast from the New World.They began their trek to bombard cities to Ammar and since the Letos where spread thin it would be rather easy.Still the ships where alert for anything."
8192,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=450,2015-03-13T14:52:00,United Soviet Jason Republic,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Zyras Gambit: Hegemony Advance</span></span><br/><br/>The Hegemony army would continue to advance north in its blitz to cease the two Altarian cities on the New Zyras peninsula, as part of its promise to the rebelling country. 100 tanks, 600 aircraft and 40,000 men were divided equally to attack the two cities. As the assault on the cities opened up the Hegemony would use its air power to bomb artillery and any enemies that would impede their advance onto the two cities. Rolling out first, the small, light tanks would be supported by the large numbers of infantry. General Al-Ada hoped for a quick battle. He was willing to risk anything for the capturing of these cities. It was big for his promise to the Zyras people and for the war moral.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Coastlines of the Southern Hegemony</span></span><br/><br/>As most of the navy was now destroyed the Hegemony resorted to land based artillery to prevent Altarian ships from getting into firing range of west coast cities. With nearly 10,000 men and 100 artillery guns the western coast was defended enough, hopefully to repel any enemy attack. However, the former Leto lands shook with fear when it was reported that Altarian ships were somehow at the eastern coast of the country. Thought this put only two cities at risk the military would have to further divide up its thin resources to defend the homeland. The amount of artillery stationed in the west would be cut by a third as the two eastern cities were prepared to be garrisoned. The guns would be shipped by rail and would arrive soon. Hopefully in time to repel an attack.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Trans-Continental Rail Road-Goffsill</span></span><br/><br/>10,000 Hegemony troops returning from the New Zyras front would finally return in Leto lands after days of traveling through the peninsula. The troops were not happy to be assigned back up north to Goffsill combat. However, they would serve the Hegemony. As the war dragged on the moral would slowly deteriorate. However, news from the New Zyras front boosted moral in the mean time.<br/><br/>In middle Goffsill the Hegemony air force was assigned a new task: destroy enemy supply lines. The mission was to bomb roads, bridges, rail roads and other means of travel into western Goffsill. The hopes was that this would cut the supply lines of the Harkback troops, forcing them to stop their relentless bombardment of Hegemony positions.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Some part of the Globe</span></span><br/><br/>A lone Hegemony vessel sailed the waters somewhere off the western part of their homeland. They were not quite sure where they were. But they new their goal. To look for their lost brothers. They were somewhere.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">2 (INCLUDING LEVEL 3 TECH)<br/>[Agents] Varota Al-Ada: Second cousin of Harq Al-Ada, and not directly related, Varota is a member of the Assukm tribes and represents them in the royal court. He is an avid expansionists and general. <br/><br/>[Agents] Governor Kader Wadud Ali: Administrator of the south for the Czar. <br/><br/>[Forces]First Firmi: 10,000 Infantry 100 Artillery Guns <br/><br/>[Forces] Second Firmi (The Mounted Firmi): 10,000 Infantry 100 Artillery Guns <br/><br/>[Forces] Third Firmi: 10,000 Infantry 100 Artillery Guns <br/><br/>[Forces] Fourth Firmi: 10,000 Infantry 100 Artillery Guns <br/><br/>[Forces] Fith Firmi: 10,000 Infantry 100 Artillery Guns <br/><br/>[Forces] Sixth Firmi: 10,00 Infantry 100 Artillery Guns<br/><br/>[Forces} 1st Armored divisions: 50 Tanks &amp; 100 Infantry <br/><br/>2nd Leto Armored divisions: 50 Tanks &amp; 100 Infantry <br/><br/>[Forces] 3rd Ameralite 10 U-Boats<br/><br/>[Forces] 1st Air Riders: 150 Fighters 50 Bombers<br/><br/>[Forces] 2nd Air Riders: 150 Fighters 50 Bombers<br/><br/>[Forces] 3rd Air Riders: 150 Fighters 50 Bombers<br/><br/>[Forces] 4th Air Riders: 150 Fighters 50 Bombers<br/><br/>[Infrastructure] Goffsill Defensive Trench Line, containing barbed wire, traps, land mines, anti-tank mines, rail road supply lines, bunkers, forward listing posts, air fields and tunnels. <br/> <br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The City of Leto still stands. Despite it being nearly abandoned after the old empire collapsed the large, deep ports inside of the city were returned to and inhabited again. The city has very little notable about it and stands at the mouth of the Lea river, the lifeblood of the Settled and Nomadic people.<br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The city of Kh'ara<br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The city of Akksum has been taken into the realm. The city is home to a new palace, temple and ports. Under the rule of Harq Al-Ada the city's population grew. Walls would be constructed around the city, a market place built and trade between the desert would grow. The city has a library, sprawling markets, and a palace of its own. <br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The city of Bagghar is little more than a port city and trading outpost. From the north it if the first city in which trade is brought into the Empire. Frequented by merchants it is a bustling market. From this city nomads take goods south to Akksum or Leto. <br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The Township of Southern Ameralite: These four small towns are built upon the ruins of former Ameralite cities. These towns are focused around mining and lumber trade which is then transported to the southern cities. <br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The Leto Lines have been constructed. These railroads connect the cities and towns of the Empire. They are owned by different private companies and have been granted land by the Sulitan. Now goods are traveling faster than before and the economy is booming. However Nomads find themselves less and less useful in the economy. Less honorable ones are settling due to the lines. Others struggle to make a living and are removing them selves from the economy. <br/><br/>[Infrastructure] Transcontinental Railroad. The line runs from the Iron Despotism in the north to the sandy city of Leto. The line has several stops in the empire and connects directly to existing lines. This allows for more use of the line. The line also contains telegraphs lines near by that have become the basis of fast information being sent from city to city. <br/><br/>[Infrastructure] Agamer City: This city, in the heart of the desert, is home to the countries oil refineries that have sprung up due to the discovery of oil in the inner desert. These deposits are drilled and transported to the city on rail and boat, refined, and shipped up north. The city has forces stationed in it to protect from outside raiding. The facility is vital to the new oil based economy. <br/><br/>[Infrastructure] National Grid: This power grid is supplied to every city, town and can be hooked up to by any building in the Empire. This has increased the standard of living, increased production and lead to new technological breakthroughs. The lines also contains telephone and radio lines.<br/><br/>[Infrastructure] National Road: With the Empire growing quickly and the use of cars becoming common the monarchy established the first highways systems. These are mostly used by civilians but has the benefit of allowing quick military use. <br/><br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The Township Waves: A number of towns dedicated to manufacturing. This area is supplied by the local resources and is home to a rapidly growing population.<br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The Township of Hikman: A population center of little towns. <br/><br/><br/>[Culture] The Hymes of Dar Al-Hikman, a renound art school before the collapse of the old empire have now been turned into a holy book. The school was re founded after the return of inhabitants to the city of Leto. The book comprises of hymns from the settled and nomadic people and preach respect for the desert and water. Often times the desert and ocean are referred to as being liquids, as they both seem to flow and have waves. The classic book provides the moral and civil codes of the people in the Empire. <br/><br/> The Azhar Book: The first mass printed religious guide for the new modern era. More of a political and economic manual the book opens the society for more religious and spiritual debate. The book tries to address the issue of the collapse of nomadic lifestyle. It leaves open the question of religion. <br/>Level One<br/>[Knowledge] Engineering, Chemistry, Steam Power, Calculus, Biology, Navigation<br/>Level Two<br/>[Knowledge] Physics, Railroads, Clockwork, Replaceable parts, Metleugry, Geology, Medicine/Petrochemical, Electricity,--photography--(need)<br/>Level Three<br/>[knowledge]Combustion, Electric power, Organic Chemistry Electric lights, Telecommunication, Flight</div></div></div>"
8193,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=450,2015-03-13T15:42:00,Seno Zhou Varada,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""color: #800000""><span style=""font-size: 135%; line-height: 116%;"">Crimson Revolution</span></span></span></span><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""color: #800000"">: Birth of The Gun and Fall of Peace</span></span></span><br/><br/>After exterminating the Altarian remnants, exiling Altarian supporters or killing them, and fully occupying the territory of New Zyras except for the rest of the Peninsula. Now the second phase, slow advance. Now the leaders and generals of the revolution were not stupid in charging the Altarian cities nor were they in favor of sitting idle. The slow advance strategy was a compromise. Using the 10 mothballed zeppelins the Hegemony gifted us as aerial scouts to examine the lands the Hegemony took in their storm tactics and to look for secret bunkers and forts unnoticed in the thick jungle. Alongside this the Zyrasian First would move steadily up the Peninsula as well to do pretty much the same job as the zeppelins but if anything was sighted by the zeppelins some soldiers would attack it using night attacks and explosives. But the slow advance was also to build up experience in the men so recruits as green as the trees could learn from more experienced ones.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""color: #800040"">New Zyras: City of Old Remade Anew</span></span></span><br/><br/>New Zyras, an ancient city with so many mysteries lost to time in the form of ancient buildings in decay, small winding roads and small inefficient houses not meant for a proper urban city. So it would be revamped with lots of housing being taken down or demolished for bigger roads and better houses made for multiple families called apartments. The cities borders would be expanded so it could grown even more. Historical artifacts were taken out of their places (Altarian ones destroyed) and moved to museums with the places either destroyed or if to significant made into something like a park for the people. Secret bunkers and tunnels were also made and remade for if needed resistance. The walls while not destroyed were actually remade with more modern materials such as iron or steel and made wider with artillery on them and secret passages under them and in them. Finally the ports were remade into bigger ones capable of making many more ships and of holding and supplying many more of them as well. These changes applied to many revolution cities and towns as to increase their efficiency and make them modernized."
8194,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=450,2015-03-13T16:31:00,Levis Avara,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">New Zyras</span><br/><br/>The Altarians had decided to leave New Zyras and focus more resources and manpower on Leon.All remnants had disembarked and left leaving the New Zyras cities independent.A message was sent to New Zyras<span style=""font-style: italic"">Seeing has you have savagely displayed you no longer wish to be apart of us we have taken our leave. </span>The Navy is capable of making sure their troops reach safety.<br/><br/>While relations are Icy between New Zyras and Altaria they hope the New Zyrasians where civilized enough not to join the Hegemony and rage war.Ships patrol close enough to bombard the cities if such action is necessary.<br/><br/>The Altarians where bewildered on why New Zyras hadn't simply voted civilly on seceding it was written in the Constitution that New Zyras was the only province in the Republic that could do that since they where once their own Nation.Never the less the Altarians views of the New Zyrasians are more savage then not and a new distrust will develop but not in a obvious way."
8195,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=450,2015-03-13T23:07:00,Levis Avara,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Propaganda</span><br/><br/>A new hate had grown for the New Zyrasians in Altaria people who where once considered brothers are now enemies.Congress debated on rather to expelled all New Zyras people back to their original homeland and never to return. A Iron Curtain that would block New Zyras from ever making contact they where considered savages now their brutal tactics and barbaric ways could not be seen.<br/><br/>In response to New Zyrasian destruction of Altarian artifacts the knowledge stored on New Zyras was to be eliminated the Great Library was sacked for this knowledge and burned to send a strong message.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Senate Floor</span><br/>""And why are we showing this hate and promoting it?"" ""We have friends family with New Zyrasian blood,for gods sake we're advertising the beating of innocents!"". said Senator Benvius. Senator Alexis came to the stage ""To each his own senator Benivius the New Zyrasians are savages!, they act on primordial emotion barely better then animals we must show them the consequnces of their actions"".<br/><br/><br/>The senator was shocked at the high level of xenopbhnobia.""We must act has a beacon of reason and rationale in a age of chaos.'Yes the New Zyrasians are savage but should we lower to their level? We should set a example of compassion for all of Tredera to follow"".The Senator mocked him ""That is quite optimistic senator but history would beg to differ"". Congress votes to expel the more dangerous hostile New Zyrasians to Vitar Isla but laws protect the average citizens.Xenopbhobia is still rising rapidly.<br/><br/>Altaria will isolate itself from New Zyras in the future."
8196,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=450,2015-03-14T04:47:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>United Soviet Jason Republic <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23831142#p23831142"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Zyras Gambit: Hegemony Advance</span></span><br/><br/>The Hegemony army would continue to advance north in its blitz to cease the two Altarian cities on the New Zyras peninsula, as part of its promise to the rebelling country. 100 tanks, 600 aircraft and 40,000 men were divided equally to attack the two cities. As the assault on the cities opened up the Hegemony would use its air power to bomb artillery and any enemies that would impede their advance onto the two cities. Rolling out first, the small, light tanks would be supported by the large numbers of infantry. General Al-Ada hoped for a quick battle. He was willing to risk anything for the capturing of these cities. It was big for his promise to the Zyras people and for the war moral. <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Coastlines of the Southern Hegemony</span></span><br/><br/>As most of the navy was now destroyed the Hegemony resorted to land based artillery to prevent Altarian ships from getting into firing range of west coast cities. With nearly 10,000 men and 100 artillery guns the western coast was defended enough, hopefully to repel any enemy attack. However, the former Leto lands shook with fear when it was reported that Altarian ships were somehow at the eastern coast of the country. Thought this put only two cities at risk the military would have to further divide up its thin resources to defend the homeland. The amount of artillery stationed in the west would be cut by a third as the two eastern cities were prepared to be garrisoned. The guns would be shipped by rail and would arrive soon. Hopefully in time to repel an attack.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Trans-Continental Rail Road-Goffsill</span></span><br/><br/>10,000 Hegemony troops returning from the New Zyras front would finally return in Leto lands after days of traveling through the peninsula. The troops were not happy to be assigned back up north to Goffsill combat. However, they would serve the Hegemony. As the war dragged on the moral would slowly deteriorate. However, news from the New Zyras front boosted moral in the mean time. <br/><br/>In middle Goffsill the Hegemony air force was assigned a new task: destroy enemy supply lines. The mission was to bomb roads, bridges, rail roads and other means of travel into western Goffsill. The hopes was that this would cut the supply lines of the Harkback troops, forcing them to stop their relentless bombardment of Hegemony positions. <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Some part of the Globe</span></span><br/><br/>A lone Hegemony vessel sailed the waters somewhere off the western part of their homeland. They were not quite sure where they were. But they new their goal. To look for their lost brothers. They were somewhere. <br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">2 (INCLUDING LEVEL 3 TECH)<br/>[Agents] Varota Al-Ada: Second cousin of Harq Al-Ada, and not directly related, Varota is a member of the Assukm tribes and represents them in the royal court. He is an avid expansionists and general. <br/><br/>[Agents] Governor Kader Wadud Ali: Administrator of the south for the Czar. <br/><br/>[Forces]First Firmi: 10,000 Infantry 100 Artillery Guns <br/><br/>[Forces] Second Firmi (The Mounted Firmi): 10,000 Infantry 100 Artillery Guns <br/><br/>[Forces] Third Firmi: 10,000 Infantry 100 Artillery Guns <br/><br/>[Forces] Fourth Firmi: 10,000 Infantry 100 Artillery Guns <br/><br/>[Forces] Fith Firmi: 10,000 Infantry 100 Artillery Guns <br/><br/>[Forces] Sixth Firmi: 10,00 Infantry 100 Artillery Guns<br/><br/>[Forces} 1st Armored divisions: 50 Tanks &amp; 100 Infantry <br/><br/>2nd Leto Armored divisions: 50 Tanks &amp; 100 Infantry <br/><br/>[Forces] 3rd Ameralite 10 U-Boats<br/><br/>[Forces] 1st Air Riders: 150 Fighters 50 Bombers<br/><br/>[Forces] 2nd Air Riders: 150 Fighters 50 Bombers<br/><br/>[Forces] 3rd Air Riders: 150 Fighters 50 Bombers<br/><br/>[Forces] 4th Air Riders: 150 Fighters 50 Bombers<br/><br/>[Infrastructure] Goffsill Defensive Trench Line, containing barbed wire, traps, land mines, anti-tank mines, rail road supply lines, bunkers, forward listing posts, air fields and tunnels. <br/> <br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The City of Leto still stands. Despite it being nearly abandoned after the old empire collapsed the large, deep ports inside of the city were returned to and inhabited again. The city has very little notable about it and stands at the mouth of the Lea river, the lifeblood of the Settled and Nomadic people.<br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The city of Kh'ara<br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The city of Akksum has been taken into the realm. The city is home to a new palace, temple and ports. Under the rule of Harq Al-Ada the city's population grew. Walls would be constructed around the city, a market place built and trade between the desert would grow. The city has a library, sprawling markets, and a palace of its own. <br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The city of Bagghar is little more than a port city and trading outpost. From the north it if the first city in which trade is brought into the Empire. Frequented by merchants it is a bustling market. From this city nomads take goods south to Akksum or Leto. <br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The Township of Southern Ameralite: These four small towns are built upon the ruins of former Ameralite cities. These towns are focused around mining and lumber trade which is then transported to the southern cities. <br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The Leto Lines have been constructed. These railroads connect the cities and towns of the Empire. They are owned by different private companies and have been granted land by the Sulitan. Now goods are traveling faster than before and the economy is booming. However Nomads find themselves less and less useful in the economy. Less honorable ones are settling due to the lines. Others struggle to make a living and are removing them selves from the economy. <br/><br/>[Infrastructure] Transcontinental Railroad. The line runs from the Iron Despotism in the north to the sandy city of Leto. The line has several stops in the empire and connects directly to existing lines. This allows for more use of the line. The line also contains telegraphs lines near by that have become the basis of fast information being sent from city to city. <br/><br/>[Infrastructure] Agamer City: This city, in the heart of the desert, is home to the countries oil refineries that have sprung up due to the discovery of oil in the inner desert. These deposits are drilled and transported to the city on rail and boat, refined, and shipped up north. The city has forces stationed in it to protect from outside raiding. The facility is vital to the new oil based economy. <br/><br/>[Infrastructure] National Grid: This power grid is supplied to every city, town and can be hooked up to by any building in the Empire. This has increased the standard of living, increased production and lead to new technological breakthroughs. The lines also contains telephone and radio lines.<br/><br/>[Infrastructure] National Road: With the Empire growing quickly and the use of cars becoming common the monarchy established the first highways systems. These are mostly used by civilians but has the benefit of allowing quick military use. <br/><br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The Township Waves: A number of towns dedicated to manufacturing. This area is supplied by the local resources and is home to a rapidly growing population.<br/><br/>[Infrastructure] The Township of Hikman: A population center of little towns. <br/><br/><br/>[Culture] The Hymes of Dar Al-Hikman, a renound art school before the collapse of the old empire have now been turned into a holy book. The school was re founded after the return of inhabitants to the city of Leto. The book comprises of hymns from the settled and nomadic people and preach respect for the desert and water. Often times the desert and ocean are referred to as being liquids, as they both seem to flow and have waves. The classic book provides the moral and civil codes of the people in the Empire. <br/><br/> The Azhar Book: The first mass printed religious guide for the new modern era. More of a political and economic manual the book opens the society for more religious and spiritual debate. The book tries to address the issue of the collapse of nomadic lifestyle. It leaves open the question of religion. <br/>Level One<br/>[Knowledge] Engineering, Chemistry, Steam Power, Calculus, Biology, Navigation<br/>Level Two<br/>[Knowledge] Physics, Railroads, Clockwork, Replaceable parts, Metleugry, Geology, Medicine/Petrochemical, Electricity,--photography--(need)<br/>Level Three<br/>[knowledge]Combustion, Electric power, Organic Chemistry Electric lights, Telecommunication, Flight</div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/><br/>By the time the Leto Armies returned to goffsill front, The harkback sappers have established a massive network of steel and concrete fortifications. Thousands of miles of barbed wire was deployed across the frontlines to hinder enemy movement on the battlefields while machine gun nests artillery batteries would do the killing. The first wave of leto bombers left much of the Zadox-Goffsill line destroyed so supplies were now transported in trucks. To hide said tracks, the Sappers would reinforce old trenches with concrete walls and cover them with soil. Ventillation made sure the trucks would have oxigen to burn. Meanwhile, More advanced anti-arcraft guns were being deployed to the frontlines and strategic positions. These guns would also be useful for fighting tanks and infantry with their high-caliber repeater cannons.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, the 3 Submarines, packed with several dozen order agents would cross into enemy territory. the first One was heading for Goffsill, the second for Lotill while the third all the way East."
8197,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=450,2015-03-14T06:45:00,New Fraulasia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Renore Colony, 2041 A.O.P.</span><br/>Renore Colony is now, well, extant.<span style=""font-style: italic"">GSS Ruebeck</span>, after some time flying over the Northern Ocean, touched down on the southern coast of the landmass, and the new port town has sprung up near the slope of another mountain, cheerfully termed ""Mt. Reclusive"" for the almost ever-present clouds around its peak. Renore is quickly becoming a new source of raw materials, particularly lumber, the Goffsill Potato has been found to thrive here, granting agricultural solidarity.<br/><br/>Rough location of Renore, relative to Renorie<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i.imgur.com/WMmi5q6.png?2"" rel=""nofollow"">http://i.imgur.com/WMmi5q6.png?2</a>"
8198,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=450,2015-03-14T10:52:00,United Soviet Jason Republic,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Hegemony-Harkback Line</span></span><br/><br/>After a day or so of transportation from the south 10,000 Hegemony troops arrived and would be stationed in the trenches that their comrades possessed. With them they brought 100 artillery guns, which would be set up to fire upon the enemy fortifications. To what avail, no one knew. In the Hegemony the battle for Goffsill was beginning to look more like a stalemate. Something would have to be done to break it or settle the dispute once and for all. Slowly moral was decreasing again, due to the reports from home and shell shock.<br/><br/>In the realm of breaking the stalemate the Hegemony bombers would continue to target any means of transportation into Goffsill for the enemy. However, with the new anti-aircraft guns, their efforts would be hampered. Several craft were downed by these new weapons. To compensate the Hegemony would fly up higher to avoid the flack. With the bombers having closed cockpits they were able to achieve new heights in aviation. They would have to descent however for accurate bombing. Hegemony air specialists were beginning to develop a bomb sight to help with these runs.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Zyras Gambit</span></span><br/><br/>Hegemony forces would finally march into the last two contested cities on the New Zyras peninsula, and promptly ""liberate them"" to New Zyras. With the assault complete the military would begin to ship even more supplies down the peninsula to the Goffsill front, which would take several days. However, they would leave a garrison to ward off counter attacks. Accounting for causalities in taking the cities nearly 8,000 men would be left to prevent an amphibious assault from Altaria to re take their lost cities. With them nearly 90 artillery guns that were still in working order would be stationed along the coast to ward off ships.<br/><br/>In preparation for the next phase of assault the ten airships would arrive, loaded with death. A battalion of aircraft would be stationed on the peninsula. However they would not run bombing missions yet. As the rest of the six hundred aircraft would prepare to fly home and off to Goffsill the next phase of attack was prepared out.<br/><br/>But first Altaria would be given a chance before hell rained down on their cities. Over radio a message would be sent, in a loop, by General Al-Ada<br/><br/><dl class=""codebox""><dt>Code: <a href=""#"" onclick=""selectCode(this); return false;"">Select all</a></dt><dd><code>People of Altaria! We have taken the New Zyras peninsula from your hands! We have taken the cities of Goffsill and Lotill and yet you fight! Your idea that you are untouchable will be shattered! Unless you cease all hostile actions and send a representative to the Hegemony by god, I promise you will burn!<br/></code></dd></dl>"
8199,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=450,2015-03-14T16:23:00,Levis Avara,"<blockquote><div><cite>United Soviet Jason Republic <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23839483#p23839483"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Hegemony-Harkback Line</span></span><br/><br/>After a day or so of transportation from the south 10,000 Hegemony troops arrived and would be stationed in the trenches that their comrades possessed. With them they brought 100 artillery guns, which would be set up to fire upon the enemy fortifications. To what avail, no one knew. In the Hegemony the battle for Goffsill was beginning to look more like a stalemate. Something would have to be done to break it or settle the dispute once and for all. Slowly moral was decreasing again, due to the reports from home and shell shock. <br/><br/>In the realm of breaking the stalemate the Hegemony bombers would continue to target any means of transportation into Goffsill for the enemy. However, with the new anti-aircraft guns, their efforts would be hampered. Several craft were downed by these new weapons. To compensate the Hegemony would fly up higher to avoid the flack. With the bombers having closed cockpits they were able to achieve new heights in aviation. They would have to descent however for accurate bombing. Hegemony air specialists were beginning to develop a bomb sight to help with these runs. <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Zyras Gambit</span></span><br/><br/>Hegemony forces would finally march into the last two contested cities on the New Zyras peninsula, and promptly ""liberate them"" to New Zyras. With the assault complete the military would begin to ship even more supplies down the peninsula to the Goffsill front, which would take several days. However, they would leave a garrison to ward off counter attacks. Accounting for causalities in taking the cities nearly 8,000 men would be left to prevent an amphibious assault from Altaria to re take their lost cities. With them nearly 90 artillery guns that were still in working order would be stationed along the coast to ward off ships. <br/><br/>In preparation for the next phase of assault the ten airships would arrive, loaded with death. A battalion of aircraft would be stationed on the peninsula. However they would not run bombing missions yet. As the rest of the six hundred aircraft would prepare to fly home and off to Goffsill the next phase of attack was prepared out.<br/><br/>But first Altaria would be given a chance before hell rained down on their cities. Over radio a message would be sent, in a loop, by General Al-Ada<br/><br/><dl class=""codebox""><dt>Code: <a href=""#"" onclick=""selectCode(this); return false;"">Select all</a></dt><dd><code>People of Altaria! We have taken the New Zyras peninsula from your hands! We have taken the cities of Goffsill and Lotill and yet you fight! Your idea that you are untouchable will be shattered! Unless you cease all hostile actions and send a representative to the Hegemony by god, I promise you will burn!<br/></code></dd></dl></div></blockquote><br/><br/><dl class=""codebox""><dt>Code: <a href=""#"" onclick=""selectCode(this); return false;"">Select all</a></dt><dd><code>To The Hegemony: This war has gone on for far too long, may we suggest a cessation of fire power<br/>so that can begin the process of negotiating a peace treaty? Our Allies shall be informed<br/>has well. </code></dd></dl><br/><br/>A message is sent to Zadox and Goffstill that a new ceasefire will be in effect"
8200,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=450,2015-03-14T19:55:00,New Fraulasia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Fort Hope, 2041 A.O.P.</span><br/>An aging man, stooped and graying, looked out from the terrace farm on the slope. Though few would believe it from seeing him, this was the King Halver Edenot Glowkindle. Sweeping across the new town of the Goffsill, no work of willpower could stop a tear from descending down his face. The war... had ended everything. The times, at first unfavorable, were either way, changing for the better. The war didn't touch them anymore. Halver found himself growing distant to the Philosopher Lords, wondering where he'd be when the war ended, for better or worse. He was a soldier, try as he might in a world of scholars. It was for this reason King Halver Edenot Glowkindle steps down today, and allows the Philosopher Lord Elohn to take his place as acting Philosopher King, and Halver becomes the new G.E.C. Captain when the Altarian radio message is bounced through Chenglei to Fort Hope."
8201,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=450,2015-03-15T12:12:00,United Soviet Jason Republic,"<span style=""font-size: 50%; line-height: 116%;"">ooc: due to accusations I have to step back and retake these cities. no radio call was made to Altaria and will not be until these cities fall</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Orion ,Vela , Aurora</span></span><br/><br/>The Hegemony force of 40,000 would advance on these cities with equal numbers. The one hundred tanks would also be divided between the forces advancing rapidly on the cities. From the air and based in New Zyrasian cities the Hegemony air force would scout out, bomb, strafe and harass any enemies that they saw. The army would advance onto their foe with a blistering pace. General Al-Ada would push the assult through any causalities until victory was achieved. Mobile artillery was prepared to fire upon the enemy as the Hegemony forces pushed forward. They were determined to take these cities for the glory of the Hegemony and their leader, Al-Ada. Many had the hatred of Altarians due to the bombardment of Hegemony cities. They were driven to kill.<br/><br/>From New Zyras the air ship fleet prepared to move into these cities once they were taken to complete the next phase of operations.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Eastern Hegemony Coastal Cities</span></span><br/><br/>After nearly a day on rail fifteen artillery guns each would arrive at the almost decimated cities. The guns would be set up to fire upon the enemy ships that for days had rained lead onto the coastal establishments. Thought not vital for the war, the attack on these cities had sunk the moral of the Hegemony.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Goffsill Front</span></span><br/><br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NOjWlthUZFM"" rel=""nofollow"">Bursting shells</a>could be heard as night settled upon the battlefield. The firing of Harkback and Hegemony artillery left the battlefield ruined. Mud, holes and pools of water was what was left after the tons of shells were exchanged between the sides. Many of the trenches were filled with water, corpses and dead animals. The Hegemony had resorted to building deeper hideouts from the Harkback artillery. Despite these meager defense troops were still shaken by what they were experiencing. Day only brought more shells, machine-gun fire and gas attacks. There was barely enough time to bury the dead that they could. Most of the time was spent watching the enemy trenches for movement. One new task delighted to the troops was the digging of tunnels that soon would run under enemy lines. These tunnels were designed to, when they were complete, run under Harckback trenches, close artillery positions and other buildings. Other tunnels would be constructed to, when the time came, send men fourth from the depths to flank and kill their foe. The construction of these tunnels would take days, if not weeks, to complete.<br/><br/>But it seemed all the time in the world wouldn't change the war."
8202,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=450,2015-03-15T14:22:00,Levis Avara,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Altaria</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Peace</span><br/>The Altarians where overjoyed that the Great war was finally complete it seemed that while they had lost many where glad they didn't have to worry about Leto Biplanes crossing the Channel and fear the Biplanes that would bombard their cities to oblivion. Parades,fireworks and flags where everywhere has the people celebrated the persistence of Altaria<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Decolonization</span><br/>The people would rejoice that the War was finally over but it seemed that Altarias federation was too expensive to run now. Simply put Altaria had over extended itself the Global Empire in essence had brought prosperity but one major issue was that troops could simply not keep the defense of the homeland the Letos encroachment of Leon was proof of that alone<br/><br/>So entire swaths of land was given independence these would be apart of the commonwealth strongly connected thru culture, language, and ideals they would forever defend themselves acting has allies.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Union of Avalon </span>On the Northwest the first new world country it was a federal republic that stretched from east to west strong ties with Altaria<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Centauri Confedracy</span>Located on the Jungle continent a loose league of states with common goals, united in defense and ideal<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Par Talos Republic</span>On the Southwest continent North of Rhydidd this does not include Rhydidd but Los Fierro has the capitol and the various communities that grew from the Sherman Dam<br/><br/>The Armed forces are returned back to Altaria it is made sure that these countries have the means to defend themselves and they begin to recruit more of the native populace. Iberia,and Verdia are to remain apart of the Republic but now the Navy shrinks since it has less responsibility. For too long businessmen had focused on rapidly expanding to gain access to resources and wealth ignoring Altaria in the process now Altaria would be of the up most importance<br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Leon, Endless revolution</span><br/>The Lyons where furious that their lands where given to New Zyras the last nation they would want to be apart of.Now the two lands would be locked in eternal struggle some protest violently bombing buildings and skirmishing fighting with the weaken New Zyrasians making any way to make this already expensive ordeal even more hellish, fighting and killing any symbol of authority they could a rebellion was in the works secretly with the support of Altaria.<br/><br/>Some would protest peacefully holding events like the ""Red umbrella march"" refusing to buy new zyrasian goods burning their money and hoping the New Zyrasians would get violent to earn the sympathy of the international community this was slightly more frequent a new form of protest.<br/><br/>Either way it was a chaotic time for Leon and New Zyras, New Zyras weakened from a revolution it would be expensive and difficult to hold on to Leon, and the Hegemony they had their own issues to be worrying about."
8203,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=475,2015-03-15T15:25:00,Seno Zhou Varada,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""color: #800000"">The Crimson Revolution, Victory and Blood</span></span></span><br/><br/>The war was finished with actually very few casualties even in the Crimson revolution. The core provinces were mostly very happy but the new province Leon was just annoying. However it could be solved. A group of men called the counter revolutionaries was formed to deal with it using any method. These men and women answered exclusively to the Revolutionary council and is very secretive kinda like a secret police. The first way was a careful move, asking any Altarians if they wanted to leave and go to another nation. Any who wanted would be given free transportation to the nation of their choice. The next which occured several weeks later was to any of the troublemakers that just needed to leave no matter if they wanted to or not so they were arrested and transported to Altaria if Altaria accepted if not they were transported to multiple other nations until they were accepted and if not that leads to the the third method. Execution to any troublemakers considered too dangerous to be kept alive or who knew too much or who would not be taken but not through public execution but dropped out of planes into the far out ocean tied up and gagged so they could not kill the pilot.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""color: #800000"">The Foundation</span></span></span><br/><br/>Now that the revolution had succeeded the 3 cities and the Leon province would be remade into more efficient cities and the Revolutionary Council would be formed from the original revolution leaders. Three more military groups were made: Named the Zyrasian Second, Spirit Air, and Siochanna First. The Zyrassian Second was basically the artillery and infantry brigade with 100 artillery and 10,000 men and was garrisoned in New Zyras and the surrounding lands while the Zyrasian first was garrisoned at Siochanna and occasionally Zykra. The Spirit Air named after the city ship Spirit and was garrisoned in a flat plain behind New Zyras. Siochanna First was the New Zyrasian Navy of 100 ships to be used patrolling the Peninsula only.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Items""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">18 items (2 a day until 30)<br/><br/>Infrastructure<br/>New Zyras<br/>Siochanna<br/>Zykra<br/>Leon province<br/><br/>Agents<br/>Revolutionary Council: Leaders of the Revolution now in charge.<br/><br/>Forces<br/>Zyrasian First (10,00 men 10 zeppelins (scouting only)<br/>Zyrasian Second (10,00 men 100 artillery)<br/>Counter-Revolutionaries (10,000 men (counter revolutions))<br/>Spirit Air (100 planes)<br/>Siochanna First (100 ships)<br/><br/>Knowledge<br/>Level 1 to Level 3 (7 items)<br/><br/>Culture<br/>Revolution: Zyrasians know near nothing else then to fight oppression. They may seem savage but they just are radicals.</div></div></div>"
8204,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=475,2015-03-15T15:55:00,Levis Avara,"<blockquote><div><cite>Seno Zhou Varada <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23854861#p23854861"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""color: #800000"">The Crimson Revolution, Victory and Blood</span></span></span><br/><br/>The war was finished with actually very few casualties even in the Crimson revolution. The core provinces were mostly very happy but the new province Leon was just annoying. However it could be solved. A group of men called the counter revolutionaries was formed to deal with it using any method. These men and women answered exclusively to the Revolutionary council and is very secretive kinda like a secret police. The first way was a careful move, asking any Altarians if they wanted to leave and go to another nation. Any who wanted would be given free transportation to the nation of their choice. The next which occured several weeks later was to any of the troublemakers that just needed to leave no matter if they wanted to or not so they were arrested and transported to Altaria if Altaria accepted if not they were transported to multiple other nations until they were accepted and if not that leads to the the third method. Execution to any troublemakers considered too dangerous to be kept alive or who knew too much or who would not be taken but not through public execution but dropped out of planes into the far out ocean tied up and gagged so they could not kill the pilot.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""color: #800000"">The Foundation</span></span></span><br/><br/>Now that the revolution had succeeded the 3 cities and the Leon province would be remade into more efficient cities and the Revolutionary Council would be formed from the original revolution leaders. Three more military groups were made: Named the Zyrasian Second, Spirit Air, and Siochanna First. The Zyrassian Second was basically the artillery and infantry brigade with 100 artillery and 10,000 men and was garrisoned in New Zyras and the surrounding lands while the Zyrasian first was garrisoned at Siochanna and occasionally Zykra. The Spirit Air named after the city ship Spirit and was garrisoned in a flat plain behind New Zyras. Siochanna First was the New Zyrasian Navy of 100 ships to be used patrolling the Peninsula only. <br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Items""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">18 items (2 a day until 30)<br/><br/>Infrastructure<br/>New Zyras<br/>Siochanna<br/>Zykra<br/>Leon province<br/><br/>Agents<br/>Revolutionary Council: Leaders of the Revolution now in charge.<br/><br/>Forces<br/>Zyrasian First (10,00 men 10 zeppelins (scouting only)<br/>Zyrasian Second (10,00 men 100 artillery)<br/>Counter-Revolutionaries (10,000 men (counter revolutions))<br/>Spirit Air (100 planes)<br/>Siochanna First (100 ships)<br/><br/>Knowledge<br/>Level 1 to Level 3 (7 items)<br/><br/>Culture<br/>Revolution: Zyrasians know near nothing else then to fight oppression. They may seem savage but they just are radicals.</div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Leon continues rebellion</span>(Future)<br/>Leon was home even though a few cowards would leave most would rather stay. The land was shaken and demanded to be set free and given independence it wasn't long with the help of Altarian spies that would help counter the Zyrasian secret police that certain revolutionaries would rather die then be apart of country like New Zyras. Orion, Aurora, and Vela started to become like battle zones. More bombings more killings of authorities it didn't matter Viva la Leon was all everyone was saying they demanded their constitutional right to secede and felt they where being oppressed and where hoping to become more then a annoyance<br/><br/>Has revolutionaries set flame to the land this was just the beginning of a long painful process for New Zyras to have two stark cultures united was a recipe for disaster the Lyons did not see revolution has a factor of culture but has a agent of chaos how could they respect a government who wasn't confident and sure of itself? They would give New Zyras a taste of it's own medicine."
8205,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=475,2015-03-15T16:06:00,United Soviet Jason Republic,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Great Re-Grouping</span></span><br/><br/>As the world settled into the cease fire the Hegemony would start picking up the pieces. The 40,000 troops, 100 tanks and nearly 600 planes and ten airships slowly back home. They would suppress any riots in the New Zyras lands while they were there. In the end however they would slowly march home. General Al-Ada lead the charge home and would be rushed up to Goffsill. Thought there was a cease fire, a peace needed to be made. The sides of all parties were invited to Goffsill to talk peace.<br/><br/>In the trenches the peace was celebrated. Hegemony troops would invite Harckback combatants to drink and eat with them, dancing in the middle of what was no-mans land. However, with the previous cease fire having been broke, the Hegemony would slowly try to rebuild destroyed defense buildings.<br/><br/>On the home front the populace were disillusioned. Rations, war time production and limitations had left them exhausted with the war. The attack on the cities damned their moral. As the wartime production would slide a slow economic collapse would take root. Workers would fear of being cut off. No one knew what the Hegemony would become. Workers began to talk together, negotiating with their employers as large groups. In some cases troops were used to break strikes of labor, further worsening the matter."
8206,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=475,2015-03-15T16:27:00,New Strausberg,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Imperfections in the Iron of Old </span><br/><br/>As the war began to wind down and production of weapons was at a low, the many factories of the old Depostism where struggling to stay open, they had no funds to continue productions as the economy slowly collapsed in on itself. Workers where starting to worry about there lives, the old ways where slowly being forgotten in the newer times as even the overseers where having trouble keeping everyone in line. The brutality only inspired the workers more as they made up the majority of everyone in the old Depostism was a worker. No one in the Depostism was about to sit down and take the depression lightly. With more and more unrest climbing the Czar still trying to save face waited in Gofsill for the treaty to be signed, his hope was to rally the people once it was done and secure peace."
8207,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=475,2015-03-15T17:28:00,Seno Zhou Varada,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""color: #800040"">Crimson Manifesto</span></span></span><br/><br/>With the war over and revolution in the people's hearts with tiredness of the profiteers abroad a man known only by the name Crimson wrote the workers' manifesto or the Crimson Manifesto. In it detailed the oppression of the working class the proletariat by the bourgeoisie or capitalist oppressors. It said the proletariat should take the fight to the bourgeoisie to create a utopia where each man or woman is paid equal like a plumber making the same as a CEO of a company and working harder and making more money spreads it out making it so each person has the same as any other but more than before like adding more icing evenly to a cake. It grew in popularity so fast in New Zyras it was quickly adopted by the state and almost each citizen in New Zyras's core provinces owned it. The book was so popular it was given to leaving Hegemony troops as thank you gifts and was sent far abroad."
8208,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=475,2015-03-15T17:59:00,United Soviet Jason Republic,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The City of Leto</span></span><br/><br/>A large crowd of people surrounded a truck. On top of the military designed vehicle a single man stood, waving around a book in his hand. He was well dressed. The crowd was in to his words. Most of the crowd wore the same dirty clothing. They all seemed angry. The man speaking to the crowd was riled up. ""Our comrades in the north have given us the truth!"" he said, gesticulating with the book. ""They have told us that we, the workers, must rise up and take what we deserve! That us, the people, are what make countries great! Without us where would the hegemony be? No tanks! No brave men to fight the foreign wars! What are we?<br/>""NOTHING!"" the crowd roared back in anger. In the back of the square police could be seen massing, looking on the crowd with a sense of displeasure. The man on the truck continued.<br/>""For while our cities were bombarded, brothers killed, foodstuff rationed and pay cut what did the Czar do! Nothing! For when we, the workers, spoke out against this injustice, how we are cut off from the goverment, what did the Czar do! He beat us with clubs! What will he do with guns! Planes, airship? What can we do to stop them! We can rise up! I call upon the workers of the Hegemony to form together! To converse with their comrade! To, in their towns, cities and villages form groups and send them here! To the city of Leto! For here we shall all debate what must be done!"" The crowd roared back in approval. In the back the police drew their batons. ""And do what we have done! Speak! Let any man, woman and child speak their mind! Let they themselves vote on matters that concern them! Let them have the power! Let us own the means! Let us profit together as a society not as a class! For we, the workers, shall rise!"" Suddenly, in the back of the crowd, screams could be heard as the police rushed in and started to beat demonstrators.<br/><br/>""You are ordered to disperse!"" a loud voice yelled over and over. The crowd started to panic. Many ran. The man on top of the truck jumped down and entered the crowd. ""You are the traitors!"" a protester yelled, throwing a rock at a police man. The protester turned tail and ran as the police approached. The sound of an ambulancemen could be heard in between the cries and rush of the crowd.<br/><br/>Across the Leto-Hegemony workers started to meet in their factories, villages and towns. The police would often times try to stop them, but it came to the point where they could not suppress the workers. In time these towns would send representatives to greater collections of workers. These would be called Soviets."
8209,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=475,2015-03-16T13:55:00,Pac Kindom,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Freedom</span><br/><br/>With Ryhdidd City retaken many of the founding people decided to return home so it was put to a vote and it was decided most Bython's load every thing they own on to three transport ships and guided home, a number of Altarians asked if they could be taken home so they were allowed, there ship was guided to there edge of Altarian waters and left there. and the rest decided to join Par Talos Republic.<br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Peace</span><br/>It was a common day in Bython, the Cast Council were traveling the there nation they herd the people taking about the fact peace and fallen in the North. The Cast Council decided that this could not happen again<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">To the nations of the world </span><br/><br/>This war has not helped any of us or our people and we like to invite you to a meeting at the city of Caer so we can talk about how we can stop this from happening again.<br/><br/>You may come by plane, ship or air ship. If you require pick up please ask.<br/><br/>Yours the people of Byrhon</blockquote>"
8210,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=475,2015-03-16T14:31:00,Levis Avara,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Goffstill City</span><br/><br/>Ambassador Ravenus representing president Quentin stepped out of the Car has the servant opened the door for him.He wore a clean expensive fur coat and had a ivory cane he was in his early fifties strong with salt and pepper hair color and a rugged face.He introduced himself and mingled with the other diplomats and discussed the future of Tredera with them a future of peace and prosperity although of course he knew this was unlikely.<br/><br/>Has he waited he was anxious to sign the Treaty that would put this terrible war behind them all."
8211,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=475,2015-03-16T16:02:00,Seno Zhou Varada,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""color: #800000"">Crimson Revolution: Now the Crimson People's Republic</span></span></span><br/><br/>It was realized upon the new Crimson People's Council that the reason the counter-revolutionaries weren't working was that outside influences although it seemed too strained to do much was aiding the rebels and preventing the operations from succeeding. So a counter espionage group was created called the Crimson Daggers and whose missions were to eliminate, capture, or interrogate spies and stop them from aiding rebels, getting Zyrasian knowledge, and anything else like that. The group quickly within a few months managed with the help of the Counter-Revolutionaries kick the outside spies out of the Crimson People's Republic and keep them out by itself leaving the Counter-Revolutionaries to deal with these trouble makers and rebels easier. The method stayed the same except part one was cut out.<br/><br/>Along with the founding and last free election of the Crimson People's Council it was clear that most core Zyrasians were either socialist or communist only with a few other variations of those 2 leading to two quite similar parties in the council: The People's socialist and the Crimson communists. Both argued similar ideas but the socialist argued that the world while not entirely ready for communism it was ready enough for socialism and was in fact the leading party but hadn't had enough power to keep entirely free elections because the communist party still had quite a bit of influence. Now the elections while not fully free you still had the write to put who you want on the council and wasn't first past the poll but single transferable vote so if one candidate doesn't win it goes to your second choice and if that candidate loses number three and so on. It was actually insanely popular. But just writing in for one unknown person or people that don't identify as socialist but say liberal or conservative are just not counted.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Items""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">20 items (2 a day until 30)<br/><br/>Infrastructure<br/>New Zyras<br/>Siochanna<br/>Zykra<br/>Leon province<br/><br/>Agents<br/>Crimson People's Council: After a change of leaders in the last free election these men and women are now in charge.<br/><br/>Forces<br/>Zyrasian First (10,00 men 10 zeppelins (scouting only)<br/>Zyrasian Second (10,00 men 100 artillery)<br/>Spirit Air (100 planes)<br/>Siochanna First (100 ships)<br/><br/>Espionage and Counter Espionage<br/>Counter-Revolutionaries (10,000 men (counter revolutions))<br/>Crimson Daggers (10,000 men (counter espionage))<br/><br/>Knowledge<br/>Level 1 to Level 3 (7 items)<br/><br/>Culture<br/>Revolution: Zyrasians know near nothing else then to fight oppression. They may seem savage but they just are radicals.<br/>Communism: With the Crimson Manifesto's takeoff most core Zyrasians are either socialist or communist to the heart and advocate for it deeply.</div></div></div>"
8212,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=475,2015-03-16T17:08:00,United Soviet Jason Republic,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Goffstill City</span></span><br/><br/>General Al-Ada arrived in a military convey outside of the location that the meeting was to be held in. He would salute the guards as he entered the building, which had the flags of the combatant nations hanging at its entry. He would arrived dressed in a full military uniform. Under his orders the Hegemony army was still digging in on the Goffsill front, preparing for the worse."
8213,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=475,2015-03-16T17:47:00,Levis Avara,"Altarians where got by surprise has the Hegemony and New Zyras turned to communism. Immediately politicians went to work make sure these<br/>radical ideas didn't reach the public and pushed that capitalism was what would make this country great.Luckily so far communism only appeals to lazy teenagers who believe the World would be a better place if everyone wasn't so selfish has if that was possible.Not only that but Communism discourages innovation,freedom of thought,and basically any other liberty things Altarians cherished deeply in life things they would fight for.<br/><br/>Still some forms of Socialism are explored the Welfare system is expanded,regulation is tightened on the more hazardous industries and right now the Senate is debating on rather to enact universal health care which seems to be gaining favor in Capitol Hill.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Iberian Agriculture expansion</span>(For lost items)<br/>Altaria was hit by a economic and food crisis,Leon had been the main center of Agriculture along with the New World both territories lost the government decided to expand more farms to these lands making Iberia one of the most productive food producing lands this world has seen.Now less of a mining center the Economy begins to diversify to improve the Economy more houses and roads are constructed and Iberia's population swells into the millions becoming a urban hub.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Wizard Military Division</span><br/>The Altarians had become skilled in the Magical arts a practice the World had seem to ignore.Powerful wizards where among the Military ranks capable of shooting hell fire and lighting out of their staffs.While rare this would provide a new and destructive avenue of Warfare.They study and trained at the prestigious Wizard University of Aurelius currently the only magic school in the world<br/><br/>(New Agent)<br/>Xira was a powerful witch of the Shadows a rare tribe of witches that existed outside of Arcean and Altarian society.Only the Emperor of Arcea knew of these powerful witches and feared that they would steal the throne and topple the Royal Family so he ordered the prosecution of all mages which is why their so rare.<br/>Has modern Altaria begins to embrace magic they soon come out of the shadows and Xira is recruited has a commander of the Wizard Divisions the reason being that she is a grand master in Pyromancy and has the ability to shape shift to a powerful Dragon at will.<br/><br/><br/><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Forces<br/>Navy:<br/>1st Altarian Fleet<br/>2nd Altarian Fleet<br/>3rd Altarian Fleet<br/>4th Altarian Fleet<br/>5th Altarian Fleet<br/><br/>Army:<br/>Tank Division<br/>1st Infantry<br/>2nd Infantry<br/>3rd Infantry<br/>4th Infantry<br/>5th Infantry<br/>Wizard Division<br/><br/>Air Force:<br/>1st Air Fleet<br/>2nd Air Fleet<br/><br/>Spy Network:<br/>Nova Opus<br/><br/>Infrastructure:<br/>Iberia Region<br/>Industrial Sector<br/>Special Infrastructure: Verdia Island<br/>Arcea City<br/>Arvenia City<br/>Island Colonies<br/>Naples Colony<br/>Iberian Agriculture expansion<br/>Culture:<br/>Altarian Forum<br/>Altarian Dream<br/><br/>Knowledge:<br/>lvl 7 items</div></div></div>"
8214,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=475,2015-03-16T18:53:00,Harkback Union,"The Great Silence.<br/><br/>Frequent blackouts in Zadox caused by the firing of the doom cannon has led General Magnetic to ration electricity. Civilian Telecommunication networks and entertainment hubs were shut down Everywhere. New Coal-powered Generators were being constructed along with a dam on the gofflane just outside zadox. The Population knew little about the outside world as public radio stations were offline and the Zadox press became censored. One morning, it brought down a front page story:<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Despotist assassin murders Ruebeck. Sentinels report he is Still at large.""<br/></span><br/><br/>At the frontlines, The 1st Army could finally get a good night's sleep... or so its soldiers thought. The Leto troops Signalled the Harkback about their cease-fire intentions which were accepted, though high-ranking officers feared that this is part of a cunning ruse. They ordered their man to stay on high alert as they left to share drinks with their Leto Counterparts. Meanwhile, The Peace delegation sent to the Goffsill conference by Ruebeck would Once again negotiate peace with the Hegemony.<br/><br/>Operation Blue Cloak<br/><br/>The attacking Submarines on the other hand had no idea of the imminent peace talks. During the night after the fighting stopped, Order special forces would set underwater charges to the bridge of the transcontinental railroad while the 2 other submarines surfaced in the outskirts of Goffsil and Lotilll. From there, Order Troops armed to the teeth begun to infiltrate the city and engage in guerrilla warfare with the local garrison. Some Rovu operatives also set fire to Goffsill's forests, hoping the flames would hinder enemy advance. The Distant gunfire soon woke up the soldiers. Believing that the War resumed, Harkback Artillery begun to shell enemy trenches. Air support was called in to protect against Leto bombers imagined on the sky by paranoid soldiers while the doom cannon was to fire the extremely expensive Tremor shells. These beasts were composed of steel and a special C5-Explosive. The resilent compound housed in the back of the shell would detonate 1-2 seconds after impact with the ground while the front had a 4000 Zobrius hot surface, heated up during flight and then by flammable gas escaping from inside. It melted anything in its path. They were designed to hit hardened targets such as bunkers and Supply depots. They could also do away with trenches."
8215,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=475,2015-03-17T07:04:00,New Strausberg,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23868426#p23868426"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Great Silence.<br/><br/>Frequent blackouts in Zadox caused by the firing of the doom cannon has led General Magnetic to ration electricity. Civilian Telecommunication networks and entertainment hubs were shut down Everywhere. New Coal-powered Generators were being constructed along with a dam on the gofflane just outside zadox. The Population knew little about the outside world as public radio stations were offline and the Zadox press became censored. One morning, it brought down a front page story: <span style=""font-style: italic"">""Despotist assassin murders Ruebeck. Sentinels report he is Still at large.""<br/></span><br/><br/>At the frontlines, The 1st Army could finally get a good night's sleep... or so its soldiers thought. The Leto troops Signalled the Harkback about their cease-fire intentions which were accepted, though high-ranking officers feared that this is part of a cunning ruse. They ordered their man to stay on high alert as they left to share drinks with their Leto Counterparts. Meanwhile, The Peace delegation sent to the Goffsill conference by Ruebeck would Once again negotiate peace with the Hegemony. <br/><br/>Operation Blue Cloak <br/><br/>The attacking Submarines on the other hand had no idea of the imminent peace talks. During the night after the fighting stopped, Order special forces would set underwater charges to the bridge of the transcontinental railroad while the 2 other submarines surfaced in the outskirts of Goffsil and Lotilll. From there, Order Troops armed to the teeth begun to infiltrate the city and engage in guerrilla warfare with the local garrison. Some Rovu operatives also set fire to Goffsill's forests, hoping the flames would hinder enemy advance. The Distant gunfire soon woke up the soldiers. Believing that the War resumed, Harkback Artillery begun to shell enemy trenches. Air support was called in to protect against Leto bombers imagined on the sky by paranoid soldiers while the doom cannon was to fire the extremely expensive Tremor shells. These beasts were composed of steel and a special C5-Explosive. The resilent compound housed in the back of the shell would detonate 1-2 seconds after impact with the ground while the front had a 4000 Zobrius hot surface, heated up during flight and then by flammable gas escaping from inside. It melted anything in its path. They were designed to hit hardened targets such as bunkers and Supply depots. They could also do away with trenches.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Outrage</span><br/><br/>""WHAT IS THIS!"" The Czar had the peace delegation surrounded, ""Order your men to step down."" He commanded, ""This act of aggression is unwarranted and a second time your kinds have destroyed a chance for peace..."" He grumbled and ordered his soldiers to stand down and keep there fire white flags waving in an attempt to keep the peace, ""The lives lost today will be on your heads not ours!"" He told the delegation of harback, ""You fools would see the world burn."" Where the fighting was thickest the people attempted to move away from the fortifications not a single man was to fire there gun, this would prove the restreint of the Hegmony against there veil enemy. ""Order these men to stand down before innocent men are killed and pray for forgiveness from your God..."" The Czar stood firm on his decision despite his generals telling him to return the aggression he would end this even if he had to sacrifice his people.<br/><br/>""You will get nothing of goffsill if this continues I'd rather burn it to the ground after this Treason, the line will be moved back or this unwarranted attack will be the front page in your precious newspapers, how will your government feel if it was so close to peace, so close to ending the conflicts, the bombings, women getting to see there husbands again, but a few greedy politicians had to try and pull a sneak attack!"" Everything was being doctored and editied to be sent any way it could into the hands of the western people's. If the backlash of the western people didn't collapse them from within it would only be a matter of time before a revolts ensued. The hegmony would not be made a fool a second time.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Wolf</span><br/><br/>Meanwhile with the blackouts still ensuring wolfs mission continued, he had managed to transmit a copy of the recording to his informants back in the hegmony. They now had a copy of exactly what had happen that day. Meanwhile, wolf and a few socalist supporters of the hegmony where attempting to start up a newspaper to get the recording onto print and into the hands of the people. An article was almost ready and luckily the underground newspaper had been careful very careful there was not a word breathed of the newspaper, it was to send out there first addition of the newspaper the following morning. It would be then they would shake the very foundation of there enemy."
8216,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=475,2015-03-17T07:46:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Strausberg <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23872212#p23872212"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23868426#p23868426"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Great Silence.<br/><br/>Frequent blackouts in Zadox caused by the firing of the doom cannon has led General Magnetic to ration electricity. Civilian Telecommunication networks and entertainment hubs were shut down Everywhere. New Coal-powered Generators were being constructed along with a dam on the gofflane just outside zadox. The Population knew little about the outside world as public radio stations were offline and the Zadox press became censored. One morning, it brought down a front page story: <span style=""font-style: italic"">""Despotist assassin murders Ruebeck. Sentinels report he is Still at large.""<br/></span><br/><br/>At the frontlines, The 1st Army could finally get a good night's sleep... or so its soldiers thought. The Leto troops Signalled the Harkback about their cease-fire intentions which were accepted, though high-ranking officers feared that this is part of a cunning ruse. They ordered their man to stay on high alert as they left to share drinks with their Leto Counterparts. Meanwhile, The Peace delegation sent to the Goffsill conference by Ruebeck would Once again negotiate peace with the Hegemony. <br/><br/>Operation Blue Cloak <br/><br/>The attacking Submarines on the other hand had no idea of the imminent peace talks. During the night after the fighting stopped, Order special forces would set underwater charges to the bridge of the transcontinental railroad while the 2 other submarines surfaced in the outskirts of Goffsil and Lotilll. From there, Order Troops armed to the teeth begun to infiltrate the city and engage in guerrilla warfare with the local garrison. Some Rovu operatives also set fire to Goffsill's forests, hoping the flames would hinder enemy advance. The Distant gunfire soon woke up the soldiers. Believing that the War resumed, Harkback Artillery begun to shell enemy trenches. Air support was called in to protect against Leto bombers imagined on the sky by paranoid soldiers while the doom cannon was to fire the extremely expensive Tremor shells. These beasts were composed of steel and a special C5-Explosive. The resilent compound housed in the back of the shell would detonate 1-2 seconds after impact with the ground while the front had a 4000 Zobrius hot surface, heated up during flight and then by flammable gas escaping from inside. It melted anything in its path. They were designed to hit hardened targets such as bunkers and Supply depots. They could also do away with trenches.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Outrage</span><br/><br/>""WHAT IS THIS!"" The Czar had the peace delegation surrounded, ""Order your men to step down."" He commanded, ""This act of aggression is unwarranted and a second time your kinds have destroyed a chance for peace..."" He grumbled and ordered his soldiers to stand down and keep there fire white flags waving in an attempt to keep the peace, ""The lives lost today will be on your heads not ours!"" He told the delegation of harback, ""You fools would see the world burn."" Where the fighting was thickest the people attempted to move away from the fortifications not a single man was to fire there gun, this would prove the restreint of the Hegmony against there veil enemy. ""Order these men to stand down before innocent men are killed and pray for forgiveness from your God..."" The Czar stood firm on his decision despite his generals telling him to return the aggression he would end this even if he had to sacrifice his people.<br/><br/>""You will get nothing of goffsill if this continues I'd rather burn it to the ground after this Treason, the line will be moved back or this unwarranted attack will be the front page in your precious newspapers, how will your government feel if it was so close to peace, so close to ending the conflicts, the bombings, women getting to see there husbands again, but a few greedy politicians had to try and pull a sneak attack!"" Everything was being doctored and editied to be sent any way it could into the hands of the western people's. If the backlash of the western people didn't collapse them from within it would only be a matter of time before a revolts ensued. The hegmony would not be made a fool a second time. <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Wolf</span><br/><br/>Meanwhile with the blackouts still ensuring wolfs mission continued, he had managed to transmit a copy of the recording to his informants back in the hegmony. They now had a copy of exactly what had happen that day. Meanwhile, wolf and a few socalist supporters of the hegmony where attempting to start up a newspaper to get the recording onto print and into the hands of the people. An article was almost ready and luckily the underground newspaper had been careful very careful there was not a word breathed of the newspaper, it was to send out there first addition of the newspaper the following morning. It would be then they would shake the very foundation of there enemy.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The Delegates remained calm as the Czar finished his rant. They then went on to deliver lines of their own. - ""You... YOU SPEAK OF AGRESSION? Might I Remind your majesty who started this entire bloodshed? And for what petty reasons?... now, We already successfully radioed our troops to stop bombarding Hegemony positions as soon as we learned of the attack. They agreed and Instead, they begun shelling the no man's land in between our forces to prevent overcrowding in harkback munitions depots. As for the sneak attack on Goffsill's cities, We had no idea of it being planned. The Guerrilla fighters are not part of the 1st army and we have no way to communicate with them. Perhaps it would be best if your troops withdrew from the affected area to avoid confrontation...""<br/><br/>Meanwhile in the Wester part of the city of Goffsill and northen Lotill, Order fighters set up shop in the sewers and abandoned houses. During the day, Groups of 5 await enemy patrols and convoys to pass beneath with their machine guns and grenades ready. In the night, They plan to raid Hegemony checkpoints, Airfields, Roads, Bridges, POW camps and loot supplies from wherever they can. The submarines return to Zadox to pick up additional guerrilla fighters and deliver more food and weapons to the existing ones."
8217,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=475,2015-03-17T07:59:00,New Strausberg,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23872513#p23872513"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Strausberg <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23872212#p23872212"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Outrage</span><br/><br/>""WHAT IS THIS!"" The Czar had the peace delegation surrounded, ""Order your men to step down."" He commanded, ""This act of aggression is unwarranted and a second time your kinds have destroyed a chance for peace..."" He grumbled and ordered his soldiers to stand down and keep there fire white flags waving in an attempt to keep the peace, ""The lives lost today will be on your heads not ours!"" He told the delegation of harback, ""You fools would see the world burn."" Where the fighting was thickest the people attempted to move away from the fortifications not a single man was to fire there gun, this would prove the restreint of the Hegmony against there veil enemy. ""Order these men to stand down before innocent men are killed and pray for forgiveness from your God..."" The Czar stood firm on his decision despite his generals telling him to return the aggression he would end this even if he had to sacrifice his people.<br/><br/>""You will get nothing of goffsill if this continues I'd rather burn it to the ground after this Treason, the line will be moved back or this unwarranted attack will be the front page in your precious newspapers, how will your government feel if it was so close to peace, so close to ending the conflicts, the bombings, women getting to see there husbands again, but a few greedy politicians had to try and pull a sneak attack!"" Everything was being doctored and editied to be sent any way it could into the hands of the western people's. If the backlash of the western people didn't collapse them from within it would only be a matter of time before a revolts ensued. The hegmony would not be made a fool a second time. <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Wolf</span><br/><br/>Meanwhile with the blackouts still ensuring wolfs mission continued, he had managed to transmit a copy of the recording to his informants back in the hegmony. They now had a copy of exactly what had happen that day. Meanwhile, wolf and a few socalist supporters of the hegmony where attempting to start up a newspaper to get the recording onto print and into the hands of the people. An article was almost ready and luckily the underground newspaper had been careful very careful there was not a word breathed of the newspaper, it was to send out there first addition of the newspaper the following morning. It would be then they would shake the very foundation of there enemy.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The Delegates remained calm as the Czar finished his rant. They then went on to deliver lines of their own. - ""You... YOU SPEAK OF AGRESSION? Might I Remind your majesty who started this entire bloodshed? And for what petty reasons?... now, We already successfully radioed our troops to stop bombarding Hegemony positions as soon as we learned of the attack. They agreed and Instead, they begun shelling the no man's land in between our forces to prevent overcrowding in harkback munitions depots. As for the sneak attack on Goffsill's cities, We had no idea of it being planned. The Guerrilla fighters are not part of the 1st army and we have no way to communicate with them. Perhaps it would be best if your troops withdrew from the affected area to avoid confrontation...""<br/><br/>Meanwhile in the Wester part of the city of Goffsill and northen Lotill, Order fighters set up shop in the sewers and abandoned houses. During the day, Groups of 5 await enemy patrols and convoys to pass beneath with their machine guns and grenades ready. In the night, They plan to raid Hegemony checkpoints, Airfields, Roads, Bridges, POW camps and loot supplies from wherever they can. The submarines return to Zadox to pick up additional guerrilla fighters and deliver more food and weapons to the existing ones.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""These are your men. Now I want them delt with using your forces. It seems the only thing your men will listen to..now ifthise present would be so kind...let us end this squabble and sign the treaty. As stated we shall split Gofsill as pre-agreed, the release of all POW's from both sides, a guaranteed peace for the next 10 years and a few other things. I hope we can finally end this and then your order will hunt down its own forces before mine are forced to stop them ourselves. I am being merciful for the sake of peace but if there attack continue I will have them shot on sight."" The table was prepared with the peace treaty ready to be signed and authenticated all that needed to be done was for it to be signed.<br/><br/>""Now let us have a seat, sign this damn thing, and enjoy a bit of the festivities...I think it's been a bit to long since we have all enjoyed a little peace."" The czar looked at his Commander General Al-Ada and whispered something into his ear in there native tounge. ""Once they have signed the treaty issue for our agent to release the papers they will pay for this..."""
8218,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=475,2015-03-17T08:12:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Strausberg <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23872590#p23872590"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23872513#p23872513"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>The Delegates remained calm as the Czar finished his rant. They then went on to deliver lines of their own. - ""You... YOU SPEAK OF AGRESSION? Might I Remind your majesty who started this entire bloodshed? And for what petty reasons?... now, We already successfully radioed our troops to stop bombarding Hegemony positions as soon as we learned of the attack. They agreed and Instead, they begun shelling the no man's land in between our forces to prevent overcrowding in harkback munitions depots. As for the sneak attack on Goffsill's cities, We had no idea of it being planned. The Guerrilla fighters are not part of the 1st army and we have no way to communicate with them. Perhaps it would be best if your troops withdrew from the affected area to avoid confrontation...""<br/><br/>Meanwhile in the Wester part of the city of Goffsill and northen Lotill, Order fighters set up shop in the sewers and abandoned houses. During the day, Groups of 5 await enemy patrols and convoys to pass beneath with their machine guns and grenades ready. In the night, They plan to raid Hegemony checkpoints, Airfields, Roads, Bridges, POW camps and loot supplies from wherever they can. The submarines return to Zadox to pick up additional guerrilla fighters and deliver more food and weapons to the existing ones.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""These are your men. Now I want them delt with using your forces. It seems the only thing your men will listen to..now ifthise present would be so kind...let us end this squabble and sign the treaty. As stated we shall split Gofsill as pre-agreed, the release of all POW's from both sides, a guaranteed peace for the next 10 years and a few other things. I hope we can finally end this and then your order will hunt down its own forces before mine are forced to stop them ourselves. I am being merciful for the sake of peace but if there attack continue I will have them shot on sight."" The table was prepared with the peace treaty ready to be signed and authenticated all that needed to be done was for it to be signed. <br/><br/>""Now let us have a seat, sign this damn thing, and enjoy a bit of the festivities...I think it's been a bit to long since we have all enjoyed a little peace."" The czar looked at his Commander General Al-Ada and whispered something into his ear in there native tounge. ""Once they have signed the treaty issue for our agent to release the papers they will pay for this...""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""If I remembered correctly, The Peace treaty would award territories in Goffsill according to whomever's military is in control there. We will deal with the guerrillas if in exchange, the harkback were to recieve territories they hold."" - A Delegate proposed. The others agreed."
8219,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=475,2015-03-17T08:19:00,New Strausberg,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23872657#p23872657"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Strausberg <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23872590#p23872590"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""These are your men. Now I want them delt with using your forces. It seems the only thing your men will listen to..now ifthise present would be so kind...let us end this squabble and sign the treaty. As stated we shall split Gofsill as pre-agreed, the release of all POW's from both sides, a guaranteed peace for the next 10 years and a few other things. I hope we can finally end this and then your order will hunt down its own forces before mine are forced to stop them ourselves. I am being merciful for the sake of peace but if there attack continue I will have them shot on sight."" The table was prepared with the peace treaty ready to be signed and authenticated all that needed to be done was for it to be signed. <br/><br/>""Now let us have a seat, sign this damn thing, and enjoy a bit of the festivities...I think it's been a bit to long since we have all enjoyed a little peace."" The czar looked at his Commander General Al-Ada and whispered something into his ear in there native tounge. ""Once they have signed the treaty issue for our agent to release the papers they will pay for this...""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""If I remembered correctly, The Peace treaty would award territories in Goffsill according to whomever's military is in control there. We will deal with the guerrillas if in exchange, the harkback were to recieve territories they hold."" - A Delegate proposed. The others agreed.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""I will not have you twists the borders more than we already have. We offered a chance to retrieve your men one that can as well be revoked, now let us end this. It appears we have a few guerrillas to hunt down there nation has abandoned them."""
8220,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=475,2015-03-17T13:19:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Strausberg <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23872699#p23872699"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23872657#p23872657"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""If I remembered correctly, The Peace treaty would award territories in Goffsill according to whomever's military is in control there. We will deal with the guerrillas if in exchange, the harkback were to recieve territories they hold."" - A Delegate proposed. The others agreed.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""I will not have you twists the borders more than we already have. We offered a chance to retrieve your men one that can as well be revoked, now let us end this. It appears we have a few guerrillas to hunt down there nation has abandoned them.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""We won't be fighting our own people, nor will we accept any sort of peace that traps our men in enemy territory. Our terms for you to allow free travel for harkback ships on the gofflane and liberation of at least some parts of Goffsill's cities where the guerrillas can safely gather after the war and return home."""
8221,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=475,2015-03-17T14:39:00,United Soviet Jason Republic,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23875450#p23875450"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Strausberg <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322153&amp;p=23872699#p23872699"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""I will not have you twists the borders more than we already have. We offered a chance to retrieve your men one that can as well be revoked, now let us end this. It appears we have a few guerrillas to hunt down there nation has abandoned them.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""We won't be fighting our own people, nor will we accept any sort of peace that traps our men in enemy territory. Our terms for you to allow free travel for harkback ships on the gofflane and liberation of at least some parts of Goffsill's cities where the guerrillas can safely gather after the war and return home.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">A Not So Peaceful Summit</span></span><br/><br/>General Al-Ada rose up. ""Don't lie. Your men are firing on our positions in the trenches as we speak. You will have them stop or there will be no peace. You will get your guerrillas to stop or there will be war. You have no claims on these cities. You can't take them. They are too deep into our possessions. Already we have 20,000 men moving through these cities to the front. They can take a detour. We have more planes. More tanks. More everything. You are lying to my face. Get them to stop, radio them to stop, you, right now, or there will be no peace. And I will kill you all."" General Al-Ada turned red.<br/><br/>""I swore to take New Zyras and I have. I will swear to take your country and burn it, by god if you do not give the world peace. Your flimsy ploys will collapse over numbers and sheer power."" The General turned and wrote an order on a piece of paper. He gave it to an aid, who rushed out.<br/><br/>""I just signed a death warrant for your men if they do not surrender. We will allow them save passage out. Any further attempts to attack us will be deemed a breaking of the cease fire and an act of war.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Goffsill and Lotill</span></span><br/><br/>The two divisions of the Hegemony army, with tanks, and artillery were radioed ordered to, with the local garrisons from the Iron already in the cities, to attack the enemy forces in these cities. They were given a blank check. Kill everything that fired back. Level anything. Destroy everything. Tanks used their mobile guns, to at a range, attack enemy troopers silly enough to be in the open. Fighters and bombers that were previously ordered to fly to the front would instead drop bombs and scout enemy locations in the cities. Martial law was declared. Anyone outside or seen aiding the enemy was to be shot. Hegemony troops set up a perimeter around the attackers, who could not be in such a great number. Artillery was set up in positions as far away as across the river from these cities. Nearly 10,000 Hegemony troops were trying to find any means to cross the river after the destruction of a major passage across the river. With them they had a majority of the artillery. They set up positions and would poor fire into buildings that were confirmed to have enemy troops.<br/><br/>The pathogen would be surrounded. Treated with lead and blood. With news of the attack the areas would be surrounded. Any area reporting combat would receive major reinforcing. The Hegemony troops prepared to enter the combat zones with tanks and infantry formation. Preparing to go house to house.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Trenches</span></span><br/><br/>The Hegemony troops stayed in cover. They would keep a watch on the lines. Every troops was now angry. Angry that the foe had lied to them twice. Many swore to fight to the death. The shell shock continued. Radio hails were made to the line to say that they have broken the cease fire and should stop firing on the lines. Hegemony artillery and planes however were preparing for combat.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Hegemony Cities</span></span><br/><br/>The news of the continued combat rattled the cities. Demonstrations stopped as the reality of war came back. The Soviets would continue, but the local governments would now work with them instead of against them. The one thing that kept the Hegemony on its feet: The hatred of a foe, was back. With the second cease fire broken the people were in a war frenzy. They wanted blood.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Northern Move</span></span><br/><br/>20,000 troops and 100 tanks would continue north, pass the country of Goffsill and more towards the Northern Hegemony. This is when they would disembark from their train. The group of troops would prepare for a massive assault. Written by General Al-Ada, the troops had full confidence in its successes."
8222,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=475,2015-03-17T15:26:00,Harkback Union,"<span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Great Inferno.</span><br/><br/>The horizon turned red in eastern goffsill as fires in cities and the countryside were left unchecked. The Bombardment and the flames eating up the cities forced the guerrillas to retreat into the sewers and ancient catacombs. They believed it was harkback artillery shelling the city and thought it would be only a matter of time before help arrives. Before they left though, they would rig roads and buildings with explosives.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, At the peace talks:<br/><br/>""Says the man who took peace from the world."" - A Delegate mocks the General. - ""Perhaps you could give the world peace by accepting our peace offer."" - Just as the men finished speaking, a harkback messenger arrived, bringing air reconnaissance photos to the delegates. - ""Hmmm... It seems there is not much point in having a share in either cities anymore. Still, We will only sign a peace treaty if you will allow the harkback ships free passage on the gofflane to rescue our man..."""
8223,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=475,2015-03-17T15:51:00,New Fraulasia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Fort Hope, 2041 A.O.P.</span><br/>The current heads of the Goffsill government have been kept informed about the peace proceedings through radio messages made by the Shadowed Hand Agents left in Goffsill when the occupation started. However, when the guerrilla attack by what seemed to be Harkback mercenaries began, the remaining Gofferin came to a decision: Flight. An emergency broadcast came over the loudspeakers of the Fort Hope township, declaring that due to the increased hostilities, and ensuing destruction of their homeland, the Gofferin would totally be moving themselves out of the Oesterland. During the night, government agents begin organizing the neighborhoods, dividing up who will be departing, when, and aboard what airships."
8224,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=475,2015-03-17T16:11:00,Jute,"Time went by, and everything went its normal way, with farmers bringing in the turnip harvest of the year, craftsmen being busy adding a new wing to the city hall and inventors trying to find a new way to keep their growing knowledge organized after some scholars and scientists noticed how their libraries had become a mess, with them hardly being able to find anything anymore in all these stacks and shelves full of papers. A lot of them would prefer to have a way to make copies faster, too, so multiple scientists could participate at the same project, but they feared that might be to much too ask for.<br/>Everything continued like that until one day a farmer near the coast spotted a vessel on the horizon.<br/>Fearing another attack, this time from the sea, they alarmed the others and called for a meeting in the recently enlarged town hall. For some reasons, they never had even bothered to elect a leader or mayor of some sort. It just seemed to never have been necessary when everyone could just stick to themselves and care about their own life, not disturbing anyone else. Their community values, established mostly by their traditions and religion were enough to guide them through the problems of everyday life and make a mostly harmonious society life possible.<br/>So, unsure what to do with this uncommon occurrence and not wanting to leave their settlement behind again, assessing their chances and risks, they decided to stay and first send out a few envoys to see if the ship's intent is really as hostile as the farmer had feared. Just in case it really is, they would start and organize a defensive army and erect some quick defensive measures. The observation tower would now be used as a warning system and their telescope was pointed to the sea. Unfortunately, it was not optimized for that task and did not prove to be that useful, with the scientists only being able to make out some blurry humans on a ship. There seemed to be a decent number of them, but despite the lack of recognizable details, they didn't seem to be preparing for an invasion, as they seemed to lack weapons for that kind of aggressive action. They also apparently had some distinctive clothing that reminded them of something, but they weren't sure what. After a quick reference to a newly organized (but still chaotic) library they started to become rather convinced of their hypothesis. The scientists forwarded the new information to the people in the town hall organizing the defense effort, and suggested sending out someone knowledgeable in their old language, just in case the suspicion of them turned out to be true.<br/><br/>The vessel landed on the shore a few days later, when the fortification efforts were still underway and the army had not yet been fully established. Now everyone was really hoping they would come in peace. The three envoys were sent out and accompanied by two scientists who were expert in Old Ratellandian, and waited for people from the ship to get on land."
8225,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=475,2015-03-17T16:33:00,Harkback Union,"Meanwhile in Zadox, The sentinels Prepare for war. Air Reconnisance revealed Hostile troop movements in the cold north. The second harkback air divisions would attack the approaching enemy from the air while the sentinels climbed hills of the surrounding countryside from where they would launch surprise attacks. The Sappers Also built makeshift fortifications north of Zadox and the Confederacy was radied, Warning them of a potential Leto attack."
8226,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=475,2015-03-17T16:56:00,Levis Avara,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Altaria rejects</span><br/><br/>Altaria had stood with it's ally thru thick in thin when they had seen that the Harkback had wanted to continue the War will no sane leader would continue such a alliance.The Altarians where deeply disappointed that the Harkback would fight on weakened no doubt suffering a great deal against the Hegemony the foolishness of such actions.<br/><br/>No doubt Altaria had lost faith in the World has it descended to Chaos and honestly stupidity it became ever more isolated it vied to open trade with all the Nations of the World except Harkback but diplomatic relations where very strained contact dwindled has a new dark age seemed to approach."
8227,The Lost Civilizations - IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322153&start=475,2015-03-17T17:22:00,2072 AD,"The Flu.<br/><br/>It broke out in the trenches. Bacterias brought in from the jungles of ameralite by the Leto to Goffsill combined with deceasing corpses of thousands of soldiers in the mud of frontlines resulted in the evolution of... the Flu. It spred like wildfire. Those infected would how no symptoms for days... and then they would suddenly die. Soldiers retourning home transmitted the disease to tens of thousands as they passed through populated areas. Hospitals and cemetaries quickly overcrowded. While leaders focused their attention in the war, their people were being decimated back home... Ports and roads would be shut down to prevent the spred of the Flu as it was discovered but it was too late for much of tredera...<br/><br/>Drills in Leto still extract oil, though there is no one to sell it to... A Lone Despotist Train still rolls down a hill, there is no one alive on board. The floodlights of Zadox Air Traffic Control still trek the skies, but there are no planes flying overhead. North and East Tredera is silent."
8228,Companion-ship (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322258,2014-12-02T06:25:00,Abserdia,"<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321670&amp;p=22590268#p22590268"" rel=""nofollow"">OOC</a><br/><br/>A bird wakes up in the middle of a desert, perched on a witches arm. ""Ack!"" she yells when she sees Greland's face. She takes a few to remember, but realizes she's her Companion.<br/>""Wake up."" she says, pecking her arm. ""You have work to do.""<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">She's ugly...</span>she thought."
8229,Companion-ship (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322258,2014-12-02T06:38:00,Nuridia,"""Oh God, where in the world am I?"" the voice of a young female wondered when she woke up in a cool and dark space. Not totally dark however, there was a large light at the end of it. Sticking her head out, she realized she was in a desert cave of some kind. Briefly she wondered why she was even there and thought about it, this was preparation for her magic's exams and it was a requirement in their town that at 17 young wizards and witches go into the desert to stand some trials. She heard a little squawk and looked down beside her, a black and yellow small dragon with butterfly wings looked up at her. It was her Companion, an animal bound to a maic user. ""Hey Drago."" ""How'd you sleep, better than me I hope."" ""Well let's go and get some water."" she said, reaching down a smooth ebony hand which the dragon hopped in to. Since Majizhané as she was named was a water mage, finding water in a place like this was easy for her. And Drago may've been small but he could hunt fairly well."
8230,Companion-ship (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322258,2014-12-02T08:27:00,Kirskmonia,"Nell rolled over and felt something fall off her chest as she opened her eyes and tried to wake up. ""Oh Goddess, where am I?"" she wondered as her brain finally started processing the sight of the cool and dark space. She saw a column of light flowing in through an opening and she soon realized she was in a desert cave of some kind. Briefly she wondered why she was there but was interrupted by a small black mass with yellow eyes looking at her just inches from her face. “Oh, morning Blair. You sleep well?” Blair opened her mouth and pointed in with her paw without saying a word. Nell smiled and pushed Blair over and rubbed her tummy. “You’re such a fluff knocker Blair. Ok ok, I will see what we have to eat, ok?”"
8231,Companion-ship (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322258,2014-12-02T12:59:00,New Abrahammia,"Greland the Kind first woke up when Beatrice began pecking her arm. Greland tapped Beatrice on the head and said ""5 more minutes."" She acted as if the bird was an alarm clock, and she had just hit the snooze button. 5 minutes later, Greland got up, tried to fly on her broom, but when she hopped on it, both her and the broom hit the ground. She snapped her fingers and said ""Dammit, wrong broom. This is like the opposite reason I was fired from janitorial service. Well, I guess I'm walking. Birdie, fly high and point to where the nearest town is."" Greland grabbed Beatrice and threw her high in the air."
8232,Companion-ship (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322258,2014-12-02T13:35:00,Tomia,"James Fulton walk up in a road and looked around, wondering where he was. His shirt pocket started moving and a hedgehog appeared from his pocket. James couldn't help but smile. ""Well, at least you're sage Lilly."" He smiled at her. He looked around saw a bunch of other teenagers there as well. He wondered if this was his initiation. If it was, he was going to do his best to prove himself."
8233,Companion-ship (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322258,2014-12-02T14:58:00,Abserdia,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322258&amp;p=22652494#p22652494"">wrote</a>:</cite>Greland the Kind first woke up when Beatrice began pecking her arm. Greland tapped Beatrice on the head and said ""5 more minutes."" She acted as if the bird was an alarm clock, and she had just hit the snooze button. 5 minutes later, Greland got up, tried to fly on her broom, but when she hopped on it, both her and the broom hit the ground. She snapped her fingers and said ""Dammit, wrong broom. This is like the opposite reason I was fired from janitorial service. Well, I guess I'm walking. Birdie, fly high and point to where the nearest town is."" Greland grabbed Beatrice and threw her high in the air.</div></blockquote><br/>""Ahhh!"" The bird screamed as the witch threw her up into the air.. She started flapping and saw a gigantic skyscraper roughly 13 miles away. She went back down and pointed her wings west to the tower. ""A skyscraper.. Over there..."" she told the Kind, still scared from her throwing her new Companion into the air.<br/>""Could you maybe... not throw me into the air next time?""<br/>(OOC: How this little birdy can see 13 miles away?<br/>Screw vision! Because roleplays! Or maybe small birds do have great eyesight.)"
8234,Companion-ship (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322258,2014-12-02T15:07:00,Nuridia,"""Now we have to climb down, too bad you're not big enough to fly us out of this cave boy."" Mazi, as she was nicknamed said to her little dragon as she started scaling the mountain down from the cave. Majizhane kept her long, curly dark hair in a braid behind her to keep it out of her face. It was on days like this that she wished that she was a stone mage instead. Finally she made it down, Drago was fluttering his wings and waiting for her perched on a rock. She inspected her hands and noticed they were scratched up, using a smal bit of water from her canteen she manipulated it and it made a floating circle around her hands that glowed silver and she felt the pain disappear and the worst of the scratches were healed but not completely gone. Suddenly she heard noises. ""Hey, maybe it's other people."" ""Let's go check it out."" she told Drago as she walked across the sandy expanse."
8235,Companion-ship (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322258,2014-12-02T15:15:00,New Abrahammia,"""Alright, birdie! Let's go! I'll brew you a nice potion once we get there. Usually, you'd have to be 21 to drink potions like these, but, well I would say 'you only live once', but I can resurrect the dead. You know what? Screw it! We'll throw a party and give everyone these potions. It'll be fun. But for now, let's head over to town and take a bus to The Grand Circle of Wizards. Hehe, those guys will walk 500 miles to get there."" Greland began walking towards where Beatrice pointed."
8236,Companion-ship (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322258,2014-12-02T15:25:00,Abserdia,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322258&amp;p=22654009#p22654009"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Alright, birdie! Let's go! I'll brew you a nice potion once we get there. Usually, you'd have to be 21 to drink potions like these, but, well I would say 'you only live once', but I can resurrect the dead. You know what? Screw it! We'll throw a party and give everyone these potions. It'll be fun. But for now, let's head over to town and take a bus to The Grand Circle of Wizards."" Greland began walking towards where Beatrice pointed.</div></blockquote><br/>""Woah! No, we are NOT going to go all the way to Haigen, probably more than 600 miles away, in one day, before you do ANYTHING! We need to study, train, and if you fail, I'm going to die without doing anything!"" The bird explained, flying along Greland. ""And remember Greland, if you fail, you won't be able to take the exams ever again! And do you really think you can pass the exams only with some advanced necromancy spells?! You need to be a master to pass it!"" She ranted.<br/>She continued, until Greland would say anything."
8237,Companion-ship (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322258,2014-12-02T15:39:00,New Abrahammia,"""If there's a skyscraper, there's a city. And the skyscraper's 13 miles away. You'll see. Even if there isn't a city around it for whatever reason, they'll most definitely have a phone. We could call a cab to get to the nearest city. We could get a studio apartment and train there till ready. Maybe I could have my mum wire me some money. She and her sisters were servants of Hecate, you know. Maybe she pays them well."" Greland kept walking with Beatrice, who seemed skeptical."
8238,Companion-ship (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322258,2014-12-02T19:10:00,Tomia,"James made his way through the street when he saw a girl walking down from a mountain and begin to walk near him. He figured she must be there for the same reason. Lilly saw a flying creature next to her and got a little scared and snuggled against James' chest as she sat in his arm. James couldn't help but chuckle. ""Don't worry Lilly, I'm sure they're friendly."" He told his friend to comfort her."
8239,Companion-ship (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322258,2014-12-03T06:35:00,Abserdia,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322258&amp;p=22654299#p22654299"">wrote</a>:</cite>""If there's a skyscraper, there's a city. And the skyscraper's 13 miles away. You'll see. Even if there isn't a city around it for whatever reason, they'll most definitely have a phone. We could call a cab to get to the nearest city. We could get a studio apartment and train there till ready. Maybe I could have my mum wire me some money. She and her sisters were servants of Hecate, you know. Maybe she pays them well."" Greland kept walking with Beatrice, who seemed skeptical.</div></blockquote><br/>""Fine. But I think going from place to place is better. Cities have only so many wizards to train you and spells to learn."" She said. She continued flying along side the Kind, and then realized she hadn't named her yet. ""What's my name? I can't be called ""Birdy"" all the time, right?"" The bird asked. Even if Greland had already thought of one, she hasn't told the bird yet."
8240,Companion-ship (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322258,2014-12-03T09:14:00,Kirskmonia,"Nell grabbed her bag and pulled her mess kit and put it together as she looked at what supplies they had left. “Well, crap, Blair, looks like we either need to find a town or go hunting for more food. We have tea, canned salmon, the mystery can with a cow on it, chips that are crushed, power bars, and some dried blueberries …… Well, Blair, let’s try the mystery can.” Nell took the can and popped it open and looked in it.<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://www.mreinfo.com/images/ru/russian-ration-th-parts08.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">http://www.mreinfo.com/images/ru/russia ... arts08.jpg</a>“O goddess! Eeewww! No way! I cannot believe I traded my sage and clover for this. Blair, not even you should eat this!” Nell pushed the top down on the can threw it out the cave. Nell looked back at Blair watching something outside the cave whapping her tail. “What is it Blair? Do you hear something?” Nell stands up and walks over to the cave entrances and looks down to see two people below her and sees the can rolling to them. “Well now Blair do you want to go see what is up and maybe we can walk with them?” Blair looks at Nell and walks out the cave. “I take that as a yes, hay hold up Blair.” Nell grabs her things and stuffs them in her bag and quickly walks after Blair."
8241,Companion-ship (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322258,2014-12-03T10:45:00,New Abrahammia,"""Well, what do you want to be called? Greland asked Beatrice. ""Let's see- your wings flap, and you are a bird. I'll call you Beatrice. Yes, that's a nice name. If you don't like it, you can choose your own damn name."" Greland felt that she was getting close to the skyscraper, and could almost feel the air conditioners, cooling her face from this damned desert heat."
8242,Companion-ship (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322258,2014-12-03T12:38:00,Abserdia,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322258&amp;p=22662307#p22662307"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Well, what do you want to be called? Greland asked Beatrice. ""Let's see- your wings flap, and you are a bird. I'll call you Beatrice. Yes, that's a nice name. If you don't like it, you can choose your own damn name."" Greland felt that she was getting close to the skyscraper, and could almost feel the air conditioners, cooling her face from this damned desert heat.</div></blockquote><br/>""Don't be so rude about it..."" Beatrice told her. ""When we get to where-ever you want to go, you're going to have to study on necromancy. Do you know how to completely control several zombies? Or whatever you call them."" She asked."
8243,Companion-ship (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322258,2014-12-03T12:52:00,New Abrahammia,"""Yes! Well, not humans, no, but I can resurrect smaller animals like dogs, cats, birds, things like that. We'll make a plan on what to do when we see how much mum will wire us. I should also see if I can get a nice cauldron for our studio apartment. Maybe rent a book or 2 on necromancy. What about you? You need anything?"" Greland pats her pockets, as if to see what's in her pockets. ""Damn. I also need to pick up a carton of fags. Hopefully there'll be someone around the corner store that can buy it for me."""
8244,Companion-ship (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322258,2014-12-03T13:01:00,Abserdia,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322258&amp;p=22663269#p22663269"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Yes! Well, not humans, no, but I can resurrect smaller animals like dogs, cats, birds, things like that. We'll make a plan on what to do when we see how much mum will wire us. I should also see if I can get a nice cauldron for our studio apartment. Maybe rent a book or 2 on necromancy. What about you? You need anything?"" Greland pats her pockets, as if to see what's in her pockets. ""Damn. I also need to pick up a carton of fags. Hopefully there'll be someone around the corner store that can buy it for me.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Just some bird seeds. And if you want to be a great necromancer, you're going to need to be able to resurrect humans. But lets save that for another time. Can you resurrect bigger animals?"" Beatrice asked. ""Next thing we should focus on is teaching you advanced necromancy and mastering basic or apprentice spells."" The bird told her. The city was just a few miles away, and Beatrice could already hear the noises from the streets."
8245,Companion-ship (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322258,2014-12-03T13:12:00,New Abrahammia,"""Hah! I told you Haigen wasn't 600 miles away. Anyway, let's just enter this skyscraper and call me mum."" Greland the Kind walks through the door and asks the lady at the front desk if she could use the phone. ""Good day, missy. I need to use the phone here to phone home. If you do not, you will face the wrath of my rabid bird! Greland shows the lady Beatrice and whispers to Beatrice ""look menacing."""
8246,Companion-ship (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322258,2014-12-03T13:16:00,Abserdia,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322258&amp;p=22663410#p22663410"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Hah! I told you Haigen wasn't 600 miles away. Anyway, let's just enter this skyscraper and call me mum."" Greland the Kind walks through the door and asks the lady at the front desk if she could use the phone. ""Good day, missy. I need to use the phone here to phone home. If you do not, you will face the wrath of my rabid bird! Greland shows the lady Beatrice and whispers to Beatrice ""look menacing.""</div></blockquote><br/>Once they get into the skyscraper, and Greland whispers to her, She instantlys pulls out her most menacing look.<br/>She looks straight at the lady, with an almost normal look. Her eyes were down, but she was looking up, creating an<span style=""text-decoration: underline"">almost</span>blank eye.<br/>Not the scariest, because Beatrice is a blue-bird. And blue-birds are adorable.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">I hope this looks terrifying.</span>"
8247,Companion-ship (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322258,2014-12-03T13:38:00,New Abrahammia,"While Beatrice was trying to look menacing, Greland picked up the phone and tried to dial home. She sees the number to dial out of the building on the lady's desk, which was convenient. Greland picks up the phone and says ""Mommy?""<br/>Her mom responds ""well, if it isn't Greland. What? I don't feel like rhyming today.""<br/>""I need you to wire me some money for school supplies and-""<br/>""I'll give you £100. No more!""<br/>""But that's not even enough to pay for- hello?""<br/>Greland left the building with Beatrice and looked at Beatrice. ""I'm sure you heard all that. I guess we're homeless, then. Wait a second, Beatrice, can you build me a really big nest?"""
8248,Companion-ship (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322258,2014-12-03T13:42:00,Abserdia,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322258&amp;p=22663681#p22663681"">wrote</a>:</cite>While Beatrice was trying to look menacing, Greland picked up the phone and tried to dial home. She sees the number to dial out of the building on the lady's desk, which was convenient. Greland picks up the phone and says ""Mommy?""<br/>Her mom responds ""well, if it isn't Greland. What? I don't feel like rhyming today.""<br/>""I need you to wire me some money for school supplies and-""<br/>""I'll give you £100. No more!""<br/>""But that's not even enough to pay for- hello?""<br/>Greland left the building with Beatrice and looked at Beatrice. ""I'm sure you heard all that. I guess we're homeless, then. Wait a second, Beatrice, can you build me a really big nest?""</div></blockquote><br/>Beatrice glared at her. ""Get an eagle if you want a nest that big. We could probably get some supplies and build a house with that. I'm sure we could find some blankets for you."" Beatrice said. ""The only downside is its probably going to be from a dumpster."""
8249,Companion-ship (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322258,2014-12-03T14:11:00,New Abrahammia,"""I don't know how to build a house! Here's an idea: I'll go to the library and pick up a few necromancy books. Next, I'll read them. I'll find a homeless shelter and sleep there. You build a nest for yourself. I guess I'll need dumpster blankets, too. After I'm a better necromancer, let's rob some graves! We'll buy a crowbar and shovel andresurrect some humans! We'll start a gang of zombies to rob houses and stuff. Then, get an apartment and later- a plane ticket to Nossfeld. Great idea, right?"""
8250,Companion-ship (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322258,2014-12-04T07:01:00,Abserdia,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322258&amp;p=22664055#p22664055"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I don't know how to build a house! Here's an idea: I'll go to the library and pick up a few necromancy books. Next, I'll read them. I'll find a homeless shelter and sleep there. You build a nest for yourself. I guess I'll need dumpster blankets, too. After I'm a better necromancer, let's rob some graves! We'll buy a crowbar and shovel andresurrect some humans! We'll start a gang of zombies to rob houses and stuff. Then, get an apartment and later- a plane ticket to Nossfeld. Great idea, right?""</div></blockquote><br/>""My plan it is."" Beatrice said. She started looking for blankets or mattresses in dumpsters, but couldn't search all of the dumpster since she was still perched on Greland's shoulder.<br/>After a minute, Beatrice remembered the other wizards, and came up with a new idea. ""How about we go to the other wizards and see if they have any money?"""
8251,Companion-ship (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322258,2014-12-04T07:52:00,New Abrahammia,"""Don't you think that the people that put us in the middle of the desert would have taken all their money? I don't think they would leave them with money. Besides, how do you expect me to find them? You know how much crystal balls cost? That costs a lot. Now go, birdie. Find an old man distributing bird and some blankets!"" Greland says as she enters a library."
8252,Companion-ship (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322258,2014-12-04T07:54:00,Nuridia,"Majizhane finally makes it down the mountain with a sigh of relief on her face. It was quite tiring work, but now the thing was to figure out what in the world they were supposed to do there and find some civilization. It was hot and they were just left there. Drago gave a small screech at something and the girl turned around to see who in the world it was and she saw a little prickly ball curled up in the hands of a tall boy. Was he here for the same reason as her? She turned to him. ""Hey, did they just dump you out here too?"" she asked the stranger."
8253,Companion-ship (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322258&start=25,2014-12-04T09:17:00,Tomia,"As James walked he saw the girl get closer and saw a small winged dragon by her side. When the dragon screeched Lilly curled up even more in James arms. He pet her softly to sooth her. ""Ya, they did the same with me. My name's James. It's nice to meet you. I guess we should probably start walking down the road. There seems to be a city a little ways down."""
8254,Companion-ship (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322258&start=25,2014-12-04T12:09:00,Abserdia,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322258&amp;p=22673097#p22673097"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Don't you think that the people that put us in the middle of the desert would have taken all their money? I don't think they would leave them with money. Besides, how do you expect me to find them? You know how much crystal balls cost? That costs a lot. Now go, birdie. Find an old man distributing bird and some blankets!"" Greland says as she enters a library.</div></blockquote><br/>""Okay, stay here."" Beatrice said, flying out of the library towards the more wealthy area in the city north of the tower. She thought there would be more people willing to give out some money or food. All she could find were some cars and large crowds of people gathered around a statue.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Maybe Greland could just get some part-time job...</span><br/><br/>She went back to the library, and went towards Greland. ""Couldn't find anybody. Maybe you can get some part-time job? With your magic you may be able to get some decent paying job."""
8255,Companion-ship (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322258&start=25,2014-12-04T12:14:00,Nuridia,"""Drago, come on now."" ""Don't scare the little hedgehog."" the girl said, her dark skin seemed to glow a little faintly in the sun. She listened to the boy and nodded. ""Yeah, I guess we should scope out some way to a town or something."" 'What kind of test is this, I can't believe they dumped us off in a desert like this, I don't know what is has to do with wizarding exams."" she railed as she and James walked down the road. ""It's nice to meet you James, I'm Majizhané."" ""It means water fairy in Swahili, but it's a bit of a mouthful so most call me Mazi."" Mazi explained."
8256,Companion-ship (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322258&start=25,2014-12-04T12:39:00,Tomia,"""Don't worry about it. She's a bit of a fraidy-cat, or hog I guess."" He said to Mazi when she scolded her dragon. He then heard her introduce herself as they walked toward the city. ""Well, it's nice to meet you Mazi. I'm glad I could at least find good company in this place."""
8257,Companion-ship (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322258&start=25,2014-12-04T12:41:00,New Abrahammia,"""Wow, a talking bird! Also, I found a good necromancy book! It's titled<span style=""font-style: italic""> Frankenstein</span>. Ready to do some grave robbing? We can make our first human zombie! I just need you to stand watch as I dig it up. Fly high, and if the fuzz is near, just chip 3 times. Then I'll make fog and bounce. If I don't hear you and I must talk to them, I'll speak Spanish and they'll probably think ""ah, she just works here!"" Also, if you can, talk to the cop to scare and surprise him. We'll head out at midnight."""
8258,Companion-ship (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322258&start=25,2014-12-04T13:15:00,Abserdia,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322258&amp;p=22675507#p22675507"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Wow, a talking bird! Also, I found a good necromancy book! It's titled<span style=""font-style: italic""> Frankenstein</span>. Ready to do some grave robbing? We can make our first human zombie! I just need you to stand watch as I dig it up. Fly high, and if the fuzz is near, just chip 3 times. Then I'll make fog and bounce. If I don't hear you and I must talk to them, I'll speak Spanish and they'll probably think ""ah, she just works here!"" Also, if you can, talk to the cop to scare and surprise him. We'll head out at midnight.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Wha-... Okay, just do something normal for once, okay? Part-time jobs could be better than going to jail."" Beatrice said. The bird was more rational than Greland, and wasn't willing to grave-rob to get an apartment. ""And you aren't the only one who can use spells."" She told her, with a double-meaning behind it."
8259,Companion-ship (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322258&start=25,2014-12-04T13:23:00,New Abrahammia,"""Whatever. Hey librarian, you hiring?"" The librarian does not look up from her book and extends her middle finger toward Greland to answer her. Greland says to the Beatrice ""Fine. I'll get a job."" Greland enters a fast food store with a 'help wanted' sign outside. She enters and makes a smile that's supposed to look friendly, but actually looks quite creepy. ""I'm here for the job."" Greland says. The lady working there looks as ugly as Greland."
8260,Companion-ship (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322258&start=25,2014-12-04T13:37:00,Abserdia,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322258&amp;p=22675913#p22675913"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Whatever. Hey librarian, you hiring?"" The librarian does not look up from her book and extends her middle finger finger toward Greland to answer her. Greland says to the Beatrice ""Fine. I'll get a job."" Greland enters a fast food store with a 'help wanted' sign outside. She enters and makes a smile that's supposed to look friendly, but actually looks quite creepy. ""I'm here for the job."" Greland says. The lady working there looks as ugly as Greland.</div></blockquote><br/>""Sure."" The worker replied. ""That was fast..."" Beatrice grumbled. The lady brought Greland over to the cashier, and left without any instructions.<br/>""I'm going to go find some food for me, the park should have some people feeding birds."" The bird said to Greland, leaving the restaurant and flying towards the park. She did find a broken bird-feeder, and perched on the platform on it and started eating."
8261,Companion-ship (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322258&start=25,2014-12-04T13:51:00,New Abrahammia,"Greland asks the customers what they would like to order. Whenever a fat person comes to the register, instead of asking what they would like, she loudly states to the chef ""Get him a salad and pronto!"" Because Greland does not know when her shift ends, she leaves when she gets tired and bored which is about 5 hours after she gets the job."
8262,Companion-ship (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322258&start=25,2014-12-05T05:49:00,Nuridia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Tomia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322258&amp;p=22675488#p22675488"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Don't worry about it. She's a bit of a fraidy-cat, or hog I guess."" He said to Mazi when she scolded her dragon. He then heard her introduce herself as they walked toward the city. ""Well, it's nice to meet you Mazi. I'm glad I could at least find good company in this place.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Yeah, that's a good thing."" Mazi said as she walked with James. She barely even knew this guy and he called her good company, but at least he didn't seem like a murderer. Anyway, it was kind of nice having a human to walk with."
8263,Companion-ship (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322258&start=25,2014-12-05T07:55:00,Abserdia,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322258&amp;p=22676203#p22676203"">wrote</a>:</cite>Greland asks the customers what they would like to order. Whenever a fat person comes to the register, instead of asking what they would like, she loudly states to the chef ""Get him a salad and pronto!"" Because Greland does not know when her shift ends, she leaves when she gets tired and bored which is about 5 hours after she gets the job.</div></blockquote><br/>""W-... So the part-time job plan is just going to be scrapped?"" Beatrice asks as Greland leaves the restaurant. ""What are we going to do now? And I am NOT going to do your grave-robbing plan!"" She says maybe a little too loud."
8264,Companion-ship (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322258&start=25,2014-12-05T08:26:00,New Abrahammia,"""No, I just don't know when my shift ends. Also, that reminds me."" Greland goes back to the register and grabs a fist full of money before leaving. Then she says ""And how do you expect us to get corpses to reanimate without digging them up? Do you expect then to just walk out of the ground? We must dig them up first! Greland then goes to the Walmart, where she buys a crowbar to pry open the casket and a shovel to dig it up."
8265,Companion-ship (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322258&start=25,2014-12-05T11:24:00,Abserdia,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322258&amp;p=22685030#p22685030"">wrote</a>:</cite>""No, I just don't know when my shift ends. Also, that reminds me."" Greland goes back to the register and grabs a fist full of money before leaving. Then she says ""And how do you expect us to get corpses to reanimate without digging them up? Do you expect then to just walk out of the ground? We must dig them up first! Greland then goes to the Walmart, where she buys a crowbar to pry open the casket and a shovel to dig it up.</div></blockquote><br/>Beatrice had no answer, but still had a bad feeling about this.<span style=""font-style: italic"">If we're caught, we may spend a few months in jail... I'm not going to say anything, I'm going to let her do what she wants...</span>The bird thought."
8266,Companion-ship (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322258&start=25,2014-12-05T11:36:00,New Abrahammia,"Greland looked at a newspaper that she found in the trash. She says to Beatrice ""Looks like we don't have to wait till midnight! There's a place nearby here called Silent Hill. There, no one will bat an eye at people digging up graves or murdering people. Let's dig up some graves there! I'm sure we'll both be fine."""
8267,Companion-ship (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322258&start=25,2014-12-05T11:40:00,Abserdia,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322258&amp;p=22686472#p22686472"">wrote</a>:</cite>Greland looked at a newspaper that she found in the trash. She says to Beatrice ""Looks like we don't have to wait till midnight! There's a place nearby here called Silent Hill. There, no one will bat an eye at people digging up graves or murdering people. Let's dig up some graves there! I'm sure we'll both be fine.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Maybe we shouldn't go to the grave-yard named Silent Hill..."" Beatrice paused for a moment, and quickly scolded Greland. ""MURDERING PEOPLE?! DO YOU REALLY WANT TO GO INTO JAIL FOR GRAVE-DIGGING AND MURDER?! WE COULD SPEND 10 YEARS IN A CELL!"""
8268,Companion-ship (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322258&start=25,2014-12-05T12:18:00,New Abrahammia,"""Don't worry, my pretty. Cops don't go to Silent Hill. People go here to do their bad deeds and cops don't investigate. They say the cemetery is haunted or something. How about this- new plan. I get a job at the crematorium, take a few nice limbs, and burn what I don't take. I get the limbs and no one will be the wiser. How does that sound? Much less dangerous, right?"""
8269,Companion-ship (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322258&start=25,2014-12-05T12:35:00,Abserdia,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322258&amp;p=22686819#p22686819"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Don't worry, my pretty. Cops don't go to Silent Hill. People go here to do their bad deeds and cops don't investigate. They say the cemetery is haunted or something. How about this- new plan. I get a job at the crematorium, take a few nice limbs, and burn what I don't take. I get the limbs and no one will be the wiser. How does that sound? Much less dangerous, right?""</div></blockquote><br/>""You're twisted."" The bird said. ""But since I can't convince you to stop, I'm going to need to do what you say. As much as I hate it... But stay in the lines of almost sane. Don't try kidnapping Kohuj's mayor or whatever..."""
8270,Companion-ship (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322258&start=25,2014-12-05T12:43:00,New Abrahammia,"Greland confidently walks into the crematorium and gets a job there. As she pushes a cart with a body bag in it, she whispers to Beatrice ""Put this one through the window and in a trash bag outside. I'll make a fog to cover you. Outside, we can reanimate him. Got that? Good. Ready? Go!"" Greland makes a thick fog around herself and the cart."
8271,Companion-ship (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322258&start=25,2014-12-05T13:16:00,Abserdia,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322258&amp;p=22687034#p22687034"">wrote</a>:</cite>Greland confidently walks into the crematorium and gets a job there. As she pushes a cart with a body bag in it, she whispers to Beatrice ""Put this one through the window and in a trash bag outside. I'll make a fog to cover you. Outside, we can reanimate him. Got that? Good. Ready? Go!"" Greland makes a thick fog around herself and the cart.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">How do I pick him up with my spells?! Oh yeah, I can push the cart.</span><br/>Beatrice used her apprentice Move spell, which pushed the cart outside of the crematorium. When the cart got out of the fog, she opened her beak to use her Fog spell as well, creating even more cover. She got out from the backdoor, which just so happened to be near a dumpster. Using her Move spell, she used all the trash to cover the body-bag. ""There. I think I did a good job."""
8272,Companion-ship (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322258&start=25,2014-12-05T13:37:00,New Abrahammia,"Greland says ""All right, thanks Beatrice. Let's take this to a secluded area. Greland picks up the trash bag that holds the body and carries it into a dark alley. There, Greland opens the bag. She says a few words in Aramaic and makes a few odd hand gestures. A few minutes later, the body sits up. Greland says ""It's… alive!"" The body then stands up, looking confused. Greland hands it a metal pipe and says ""You see that corner store across the street? Beat up the one behind the counter and get the cash in the register. Get the body too. Then, take them back here."" The monster grunts before slowly walking toward the corner store."
8273,Companion-ship (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322258&start=25,2014-12-05T13:42:00,Abserdia,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322258&amp;p=22687475#p22687475"">wrote</a>:</cite>Greland says ""All right, thanks Beatrice. Let's take this to a secluded area. Greland picks up the trash bag that holds the body and carries it into a dark alley. There, Greland opens the bag. She says a few words in Aramaic and makes a few odd hand gestures. A few minutes later, the body sits up. Greland says ""It's… alive!"" The body then stands up, looking confused. Greland hands it a metal pipe and says ""You see that corner store across the street? Beat up the one behind the counter and get the cash in the register. Get the body too. Then, take them back here."" The monster grunts before slowly walking toward the corner store.</div></blockquote><br/>""This feels wrong. At the end of your rampage, I'm going to scold you. But for now, I'm going to look mad at you."" Beatrice says, as she starts glaring at Greland.<br/>The corner store worker looks at the monster, and smiles. ""Welcome! Would you like to sell that pipe?"" he asks, before getting beat up. He brings back the body and drops it near Greland."
8274,Companion-ship (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322258&start=25,2014-12-05T14:07:00,New Abrahammia,"""Good boy!"" Greland pets the monster. Greland takes the dead corner store worker's wallet, then reanimates him. Greland says ""All right! With some jobs like these, we'll be able to afford all kinds of stuff! Don't worry, I won't try to take over the town or anything. Should I? For now, let's just buy some ingredients for a potion my mom told me about. I know they have a store like that somewhere here."" Greland finds a potion shop and says to the man ""I need a few ingredients for something I want to make. I need:<br/>A tawny cat,<br/>a hedgehog,<br/>poison entrails of toad, that under cold stone days and nights has thirty-one sweltered venom sleeping got,<br/>Fillet of a fenny snake,<br/>Eye of newt<br/>toe of frog,<br/>Wool of bat<br/>tongue of dog,<br/>Adder’s fork<br/>Blind-worm’s sting,<br/>Lizard’s leg<br/>owlet’s wing,<br/>Scale of dragon, tooth of wolf,<br/>Witches' mummy,<br/>maw and gulf of the ravined salt-sea shark,<br/>Root of hemlock diggen from the dark,<br/>Liver of blaspheming Jew,<br/>Gall of goat,<br/>slips of yew<br/>Slivered in the moon’s eclipse,<br/>Nose of Turk,<br/>Tartar’s lips,<br/>Finger of birth-strangled babe ditch-delivered by a drab,<br/>And some baboon blood.<br/><br/>How much will that cost?"
8275,Companion-ship (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322258&start=25,2014-12-06T12:22:00,Abserdia,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322258&amp;p=22687726#p22687726"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Good boy!"" Greland pets the monster. Greland takes the dead corner store worker's wallet, then reanimates him. Greland says ""All right! With some jobs like these, we'll be able to afford all kinds of stuff! Don't worry, I won't try to take over the town or anything. Should I? For now, let's just buy some ingredients for a potion my mom told me about. I know they have a store like that somewhere here."" Greland finds a potion shop and says to the man ""I need a few ingredients for something I want to make. I need: <br/>A tawny cat,<br/> a hedgehog, <br/>poison entrails of toad, that under cold stone days and nights has thirty-one sweltered venom sleeping got, <br/>Fillet of a fenny snake,<br/>Eye of newt<br/>toe of frog,<br/>Wool of bat <br/>tongue of dog,<br/>Adder’s fork<br/>Blind-worm’s sting,<br/>Lizard’s leg <br/>owlet’s wing,<br/>Scale of dragon, tooth of wolf,<br/>Witches' mummy, <br/>maw and gulf of the ravined salt-sea shark,<br/>Root of hemlock diggen from the dark,<br/>Liver of blaspheming Jew,<br/>Gall of goat,<br/>slips of yew<br/>Slivered in the moon’s eclipse,<br/>Nose of Turk,<br/>Tartar’s lips,<br/>Finger of birth-strangled babe ditch-delivered by a drab,<br/>And some baboon blood.<br/><br/>How much will that cost?</div></blockquote><br/>""Sorry, we only sell the liver of a blaspheming Jew."" The man says. ""The economy in Kohuj has been tough on potion shops."" he explains.<br/>""How about we just go to the others and work with them to get a house or whatever? Maybe they already have jobs."" The bird says.<br/>The potion shop owner looks at Greland and asks ""How much do you want for that talking bird?""<br/>""Bye."" Beatrice says as she flies away from the shop."
8276,Companion-ship (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322258&start=25,2014-12-06T12:29:00,New Abrahammia,"Greland looks disappointed. She walks outside with Beatrice and hails a taxi. She enters the cab and tells the cabbie ""Get me out of this town. Take me to… Nossfeld."" She looks at Beatrice and says ""don't worry, birdie. I won't go to the Grand Circle of Wizards just yet. Just to the town they are in. I mean, the town holds the grand circle of wizards. The magic shops around there must be poppin'."
8277,Companion-ship (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322258&start=25,2014-12-06T12:41:00,Abserdia,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322258&amp;p=22697596#p22697596"">wrote</a>:</cite>Greland looks disappointed. She walks outside with Beatrice and hails a taxi. She enters the cab and tells the cabbie ""Get me out of this town. Take me to… Nossfeld."" She looks at Beatrice and says ""don't worry, birdie. I won't go to the Grand Circle of Wizards just yet. Just to the town they are in. I mean, the town holds the grand circle of wizards. The magic shops around there must be poppin'.</div></blockquote><br/>""That's gonna take a while. If we're in Kohuj, Nossfield must be a few thousand dollars away. But the closest town with the best magic is Cove. It's should be only a few miles away."" Beatrice says. ""It sort of... gained independence from Kohuj a few years ago. Its also around the biggest oasis in this region. Should we go there?"""
8278,Companion-ship (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322258&start=50,2014-12-06T12:46:00,New Abrahammia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Abserdia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322258&amp;p=22697759#p22697759"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322258&amp;p=22697596#p22697596"">wrote</a>:</cite>Greland looks disappointed. She walks outside with Beatrice and hails a taxi. She enters the cab and tells the cabbie ""Get me out of this town. Take me to… Nossfeld."" She looks at Beatrice and says ""don't worry, birdie. I won't go to the Grand Circle of Wizards just yet. Just to the town they are in. I mean, the town holds the grand circle of wizards. The magic shops around there must be poppin'.</div></blockquote><br/>""That's gonna take a while. If we're in Kohuj, Nossfield must be a few thousand dollars away. But the closest town with the best magic is Cove. It's should be only a few miles away."" Beatrice says. ""It sort of... gained independence from Kohuj a few years ago. Its also around the biggest oasis in this region. Should we go there?""</div></blockquote><br/>""Yes, yes, and yes. Let's hope they have the ingredients for that potion. If I don't make it, I won't know when I'll be defeated. It will be very scary to noted given proper warnings. They told McDuff when he would fall, I need to know that stuff about me."""
8279,Companion-ship (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322258&start=50,2014-12-06T12:51:00,Abserdia,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322258&amp;p=22697809#p22697809"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Abserdia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322258&amp;p=22697759#p22697759"">wrote</a>:</cite>""That's gonna take a while. If we're in Kohuj, Nossfield must be a few thousand dollars away. But the closest town with the best magic is Cove. It's should be only a few miles away."" Beatrice says. ""It sort of... gained independence from Kohuj a few years ago. Its also around the biggest oasis in this region. Should we go there?""</div></blockquote><br/>""Yes, yes, and yes. Let's hope they have the ingredients for that potion. If I don't make it, I won't know when I'll be defeated. It will be very scary to noted given proper warnings. They told McDuff when he would fall, I need to know that stuff about me.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Okay, so Cove it is. Do you have the money?"" Beatrice asks. ""We'll need it if we want to get there before it starts getting busy."" The bird explains. ""And don't try to do that... thing you do."" Beatrice says, as she points to Greland's entire body. ""Don't do a Greland."""
8280,Companion-ship (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322258&start=50,2014-12-06T12:59:00,New Abrahammia,"""Don't do a Greland? What's that supposed to mean? You don't want me to practice my necromancy, is that it? And I have mum's money and the money from the corner store. How about this: we start a business allowing people to talk to their deceased relatives. That's necromancy 101. That's legal, and we get money."""
8281,Companion-ship (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322258&start=50,2014-12-06T13:06:00,Abserdia,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322258&amp;p=22697964#p22697964"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Don't do a Greland? What's that supposed to mean? You don't want me to practice my necromancy, is that it? And I have mum's money and the money from the corner store. How about this: we start a business allowing people to talk to their deceased relatives. That's necromancy 101. That's legal, and we get money.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Okay, fine. Let's go to Cove and buy a house. We start the business there, and train in our free-time. Once we get enough money, move to a larger city with great magic, and make a business there. How does that sound?"""
8282,Companion-ship (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322258&start=50,2014-12-06T13:21:00,New Abrahammia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Abserdia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322258&amp;p=22698043#p22698043"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322258&amp;p=22697964#p22697964"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Don't do a Greland? What's that supposed to mean? You don't want me to practice my necromancy, is that it? And I have mum's money and the money from the corner store. How about this: we start a business allowing people to talk to their deceased relatives. That's necromancy 101. That's legal, and we get money.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Okay, fine. Let's go to Cove and buy a house. We start the business there, and train in our free-time. Once we get enough money, move to a larger city with great magic, and make a business there. How does that sound?""</div></blockquote><br/>""I ain't got house money. Those are pretty expensive. Let's just make a little booth at a county faire, telling people I can speak to the dead."" Greland shuts up for a second. ""Or… What if I revive the dead for tons of money? They just have to give me money and the body. Genius idea. Just genius."""
8283,Companion-ship (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322258&start=50,2014-12-06T19:13:00,Nuridia,"It was quite a quiet walk, Mazi wondered what this kid was about. He seemed friendly enough, but she had litterally just met him not even an hour ago. She didn't even know where he was taking her or if this city existed but it beat hanging around in this desert all day long."
8284,Companion-ship (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322258&start=50,2014-12-06T20:18:00,Tomia,"James walked with Mazi down the road and soon the city came into view. ""I guess we're almost there."" James told Miza as he pet Lilly who was in his arms."
8285,Companion-ship (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322258&start=50,2014-12-07T12:53:00,Abserdia,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322258&amp;p=22698196#p22698196"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Abserdia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322258&amp;p=22698043#p22698043"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Okay, fine. Let's go to Cove and buy a house. We start the business there, and train in our free-time. Once we get enough money, move to a larger city with great magic, and make a business there. How does that sound?""</div></blockquote><br/>""I ain't got house money. Those are pretty expensive. Let's just make a little booth at a county faire, telling people I can speak to the dead."" Greland shuts up for a second. ""Or… What if I revive the dead for tons of money? They just have to give me money and the body. Genius idea. Just genius.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Okay, Cove it is. Do you have the money?"" Beatrice asked. ""We'll need at least 40 dollars to get there."" The bird says."
8286,Companion-ship (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322258&start=50,2014-12-07T12:59:00,New Abrahammia,"""Don't worry, birdie. We got that much and more from that corner store. Hey, cabbie, is the cove a wealthy town or is it a run down town with crime?"" Greland then begins to pet Beatrice."
8287,Companion-ship (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322258&start=50,2014-12-08T06:44:00,Abserdia,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322258&amp;p=22712430#p22712430"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Don't worry, birdie. We got that much and more from that corner store. Hey, cabbie, is the cove a wealthy town or is it a run down town with crime?"" Greland then begins to pet Beatrice.</div></blockquote><br/>""Its very wealthy, but crime has been spiked ever since the Jason Heryion Law made for that town only. It allows you to do any crime as long as you have the money. There was a mass murder just a few weeks ago."" Beatrice explained."
8288,Companion-ship (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322258&start=50,2014-12-08T08:39:00,New Abrahammia,"""Cool, birdie. Now that we're here, I've got an idea of what to do for a living quarters. Watch this."" Greland goes to the front door of a house and says ""open sesame!"" Before kicking the door down. The homeowner screams in terror as Greland drags him out of his house. Greland then enters the house and says to Beatrice ""welcome home!"""
8289,Companion-ship (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322258&start=50,2014-12-08T08:43:00,Abserdia,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322258&amp;p=22723351#p22723351"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Cool, birdie. Now that we're here, I've got an idea of what to do for a living quarters. Watch this."" Greland goes to the front door of a house and says ""open sesame!"" Before kicking the door down. The homeowner screams in terror as Greland drags him out of his house. Greland then enters the house and says to Beatrice ""welcome home!""</div></blockquote><br/>""Wha... Why did you do that?!"" Beatrice yells. ""Couldn't we have done it the LEGAL way?!"" She continued. ""Why didn't you just rent an apartment?!"" The bird says. ""Well... I'm going to go sit on top of the roof."" Beatrice says as she flies up to the roof and closes her eyes. ""You need to train though!"""
8290,Companion-ship (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322258&start=50,2014-12-08T12:59:00,Nuridia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Tomia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322258&amp;p=22704028#p22704028"">wrote</a>:</cite>James walked with Mazi down the road and soon the city came into view. ""I guess we're almost there."" James told Miza as he pet Lilly who was in his arms.</div></blockquote><br/>""Yeah, can't wait."" ""I wonder if Drago will like it there."" Mazi told James as they walked. There didn't seem to be any other people around for miles and she was a little confused by that but not quite."
8291,Companion-ship (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322258&start=50,2014-12-08T13:08:00,New Abrahammia,"""Fine, birdie. I'll get more bodies to resurrect for practice. But first,"" Greland then opens the fridge and sees a couple bottles of booze. Greland removes one from the fridge and opens it. She then finishes her sentence. ""Beer. Hey, birdie, you want any of this nectar of the gods?"" The homeowner then pounds on the door.<br/>""Please, let me in! That's my beer! Please don't drink it!"""
8292,Companion-ship (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322258&start=50,2014-12-09T19:43:00,Abserdia,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322258&amp;p=22726106#p22726106"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Fine, birdie. I'll get more bodies to resurrect for practice. But first,"" Greland then opens the fridge and sees a couple bottles of booze. Greland removes one from the fridge and opens it. She then finishes her sentence. ""Beer. Hey, birdie, you want any of this nectar of the gods?"" The homeowner then pounds on the door. <br/>""Please, let me in! That's my beer! Please don't drink it!""</div></blockquote><br/>Beatrice woke up from all the screaming, and looked at the man. ""Beer isn't good. And I'm so sorry for that ugly witch taking your house."" The bird said."
8293,Companion-ship (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322258&start=50,2014-12-10T08:39:00,New Abrahammia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Abserdia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322258&amp;p=22743480#p22743480"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322258&amp;p=22726106#p22726106"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Fine, birdie. I'll get more bodies to resurrect for practice. But first,"" Greland then opens the fridge and sees a couple bottles of booze. Greland removes one from the fridge and opens it. She then finishes her sentence. ""Beer. Hey, birdie, you want any of this nectar of the gods?"" The homeowner then pounds on the door. <br/>""Please, let me in! That's my beer! Please don't drink it!""</div></blockquote><br/>Beatrice woke up from all the screaming, and looked at the man. ""Beer isn't good. And I'm so sorry for that ugly witch taking your house."" The bird said.</div></blockquote><br/>Greland took some cold cuts from the fridge. She chugged the man's beer and ate the cold cuts. She began using her magic randomly, putting fog in random places and reviving cockroaches and bed bugs that went to Greland and kneeled before her. She shouted to Beatrice ""Birdie! You eat bugs? You haven't eaten all day!"""
8294,Companion-ship (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322258&start=50,2014-12-12T13:52:00,Abserdia,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322258&amp;p=22747512#p22747512"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Abserdia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322258&amp;p=22743480#p22743480"">wrote</a>:</cite>Beatrice woke up from all the screaming, and looked at the man. ""Beer isn't good. And I'm so sorry for that ugly witch taking your house."" The bird said.</div></blockquote><br/>Greland took some cold cuts from the fridge. She chugged the man's beer and ate the cold cuts. She began using her magic randomly, putting fog in random places and reviving cockroaches and bed bugs that went to Greland and kneeled before her. She shouted to Beatrice ""Birdie! You eat bugs? You haven't eaten all day!""</div></blockquote><br/>""Who do you think I am?!"" Beatrice said as she flew down to Greland. ""I'm a bird."" She said. ""But could you kill them first... I'm pretty much a baby when it comes to eating."""
8295,Companion-ship (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322258&start=50,2014-12-12T13:57:00,New Abrahammia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Abserdia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322258&amp;p=22772097#p22772097"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322258&amp;p=22747512#p22747512"">wrote</a>:</cite>Greland took some cold cuts from the fridge. She chugged the man's beer and ate the cold cuts. She began using her magic randomly, putting fog in random places and reviving cockroaches and bed bugs that went to Greland and kneeled before her. She shouted to Beatrice ""Birdie! You eat bugs? You haven't eaten all day!""</div></blockquote><br/>""Who do you think I am?!"" Beatrice said as she flew down to Greland. ""I'm a bird."" She said. ""But could you kill them first... I'm pretty much a baby when it comes to eating.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Nope!"" Greland said with a smile on her face. She looked at them and pointed at Beatrice. The bugs walked over to her and made strange sounds from their souls. Greland said ""Eat up, Beatrice. Choo, choo! Here comes the train! Open wide!"" The bugs proceeded to crawl towards Beatrice."
8296,Companion-ship (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322258&start=50,2014-12-12T14:00:00,Abserdia,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322258&amp;p=22772143#p22772143"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Abserdia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322258&amp;p=22772097#p22772097"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Who do you think I am?!"" Beatrice said as she flew down to Greland. ""I'm a bird."" She said. ""But could you kill them first... I'm pretty much a baby when it comes to eating.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Nope!"" Greland said with a smile on her face. She looked at them and pointed at Beatrice. The bugs walked over to her and made strange sounds from their souls. Greland said ""Eat up, Beatrice. Choo, choo! Here comes the train! Open wide!"" The bugs proceeded to crawl towards Beatrice.</div></blockquote><br/>Beatrice sighed, and then picked up a cockroach using her Move spell and started shaking it violently. ""This is going to be harder for me since small birds diets consist of plants...<br/>Wait, why did I just realize this?"" She said as she put the cockroach in her mouth."
8297,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316,2014-12-02T16:15:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://ricochet.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/shutterstock_140498833.jpg""/><br/><span style=""font-size: 300%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Welcome to Lockesburg!</span></span></span></div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-style: italic"">What happened to us?</span></span></div></blockquote></span><br/>ISIS, a threat that everyone ignored. We thought Airstrikes alone were enough to stop the threat. We were wrong. In 2015 it was learned that ISIS had somehow acquired nuclear weapons. Long range nuclear weapons. No one though that they were going to use it. We were again wrong. In May 2015 3 Nuclear Weapons were used against Israel, Egypt, and Iran. Iran and Israel retaliated and within a month, half of the middle east was gone. The US lost over 85,000 men, but never did a thing.<br/><br/>North Korea, another threat that remained ignored for over 60 years. Their nuclear weapons program had been getting better and better, but no one believed it. Then in June 2015 they launched their first long-range nuclear missile, right at South Korea. The United States retaliated, already angered by the 'Middle Eastern Nuclear War' against North Korea. Within a week, North Korea was gone, replaced by a crater of radiation and death. China retaliated against the US for use of Nuclear Weapons by launching two small missiles at Hawaii. America responded by Nuking China. Russia joined against both America and China. NATO joined against Russia. The remnants of Africa formed the African Alliance, using the few Nuclear weapons left in Africa they attacked NATO, Russia, and the US. Russia and China attempted to invade the US, but the invasion failed after China and Russia collapsed. Within months, half of the world was gone, destroyed by weapons that hadn't been used since WW2. Only a few countries remained intact, their governments trying to contain the influx of survivors.<br/><br/>A small town in the Midwest is one of the few places that wasn't destroyed, it's population, however, fled to the big cites where the bunkers where. The residents that stayed are trying to rebuild, you are one of them. You are here to Forge the Future!<br/><br/><br/>This is a dialog/action driven RPG. You will create a citizen of Lockesburg and participate its first mayoral elections before being given a job and playing your part in this epic narrative. Town statistics will be updated frequently and Co-ops will be selected when we have our first 10 participants.<br/><br/>Throughout this RP there will be various events, ranging from Bandit Raids to full on offensives to storms. You have to use your wits to survive. Keep in mind, you may die. That is OK, you can make a new character.<br/><br/>As OP I will conduct random events, inform you if you have the skills for certain actions and will generally keep the plot moving. The first major event will be the election(TG me if you'd like to run) followed by job assignment. After the first week new arrivals will not be founders but rather recruits who either find Lockesburg or are found by looting parties.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Factions</span></span><br/>Former US soldiers: A group of soldiers that survived the initial nuclear strikes and are doing anything to survive.<br/>-They may be hostile or friendly, it depends on the unite<br/>-Well Equipped<br/>-Hates both Chinese and Russians<br/><br/>Chinese Military: The last remnants of the Chinese invasion force.<br/>-Hostile<br/>-Very Well Equipped<br/>-Hates Americans, tolerates Russians<br/><br/>Russian Military: The few Spetsnaz operators still left on American soil.<br/>-Hostile or Friendly(Usually Hostile)<br/>-Extremely Well Equipped<br/>-Hates Americans and somewhat likes Chinese<br/><br/>Bandits: A group of scavengers, determined to do anything to survive<br/>-HOSTILE<br/>-Ill-Equipped, but has numbers<br/>-Hates Everybody<br/><br/><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Lockesburg statistics</span></span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Date:</span> January 2nd 2016<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Population:</span> N/A<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">current mayor:</span> N/A<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Hunger:</span> GOOD<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Thirst:</span> GOOD<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Security:</span> Medium<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">buildings:</span> 2<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Armory:</span><br/>M16 (x1)<br/>AK47 (x5)<br/>broken chair leg (x1)<br/>flare gun (x1)<br/>Shovel (x2)<br/>12G Shotgun (x1)<br/>Shotgun shells (x5)<br/>AK47 Ammo(x240)<br/>M16 Ammo(x30)<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Supplies:</span><br/>MRE(X10)<br/>US Army Fatigues(x1)<br/>Frying Pan(x1)<br/>Water Bottles (x500+)<br/>Cans of Food(x500+)<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Vehicles</span><br/>Pick-Up Truck(x1)<br/>Humvee with M2(x1)<br/><br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Threat level:</span> N/A<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Currently under attack?</span> no<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bandit raids survived:</span> 0<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Russian attacks survived:</span> 1<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Chinese attacks survived:</span> 0<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">US Soldier Attacks Survived:</span> 0<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Dead characters:</span> 0<br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Living characters""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">-Edward Johnson(Me)<br/>-Takihiro Enomoto(<a href=""//www.nationstates.net/nation=New Jordslag"">New Jordslag</a>)<br/>-Marcus D'Angelo(<a href=""//www.nationstates.net/nation=Masimino"">Masimino</a>)<br/>-Daniel T. Roman(<a href=""//www.nationstates.net/nation=The Unites State-Of-Minds"">The Unites State-Of-Minds</a>)<br/>-Peyton Wynne(<a href=""//www.nationstates.net/nation=Greater Monroe"">Greater Monroe</a>)<br/>-Ashley Flynt(<a href=""//www.nationstates.net/nation=The Flame Dawn"">The Flame Dawn</a>)<br/>-Camille ""Cami"" Bissette(<a href=""//www.nationstates.net/nation=Saint Sauveux"">Saint Sauveux</a>)<br/>-Edward Lockley(<a href=""//www.nationstates.net/nation=Capsland"">Capsland</a>)<br/>-Wojtek (""Votjek"", ""Vlad"") Łukasiewicz(<a href=""//www.nationstates.net/nation=Righteous Swords"">Righteous Swords</a>)<br/>-Joni Virtanen(<a href=""//www.nationstates.net/nation=Suurta-Osavaltio"">Suurta-Osavaltio</a>)<br/>-Hannah Elizabeth Lane(<a href=""//www.nationstates.net/nation=Saint Morning"">Saint Morning</a>)<br/>-Janet Matthews(<a href=""//www.nationstates.net/nation=New Hunteria"">New Hunteria</a>)<br/>-Nikoloz Savitadze(<a href=""//www.nationstates.net/nation=the Blackdown Hills"">the Blackdown Hills</a>)<br/>-Luke Kennedy(<a href=""//www.nationstates.net/nation=Reddogkeno101"">Reddogkeno101</a>)<br/>-Caelum Jordyn(<a href=""//www.nationstates.net/nation=Dalharil"">Dalharil</a>)</div></div></div><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""dead characters""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">-Matvei Vasnetsov(<a href=""//www.nationstates.net/nation=the Blackdown Hills"">the Blackdown Hills</a>)</div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC Thread:<a class=""postlink-local"" href=""http://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322017"">viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322017</a><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""https://docs.google.com/drawings/d/1OxwoPXP0G4XDTuYdnco_T0v1xoN1hvnhyLrUXoeku14/pub?w=876&amp;h=864""/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Plot Summary: Chapter I</span></span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">THANK YOU TO <a href=""//www.nationstates.net/nation=Snovatgatovia"">Snovatgatovia</a> FOR THE MAP AND IDEA</span></span></span>"
8298,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316,2014-12-02T16:18:00,Australian Antarctica,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Lockesburg, USA. 2 January 2016. 4 P.M</span></span><br/>The 9 survivors sit around a fire in the town hall. Outside, a blizzard rages. At the moment, the 'founders' are trying to stay warm. The Town hall is divided into 3 floors and multiple rooms. Currently, they are locked in the main room."
8299,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316,2014-12-02T16:25:00,Saint Sauveux,"Cami chose not to sit, instead standing several feet away from the rest of the people, juggling a soccer ball. She still had her equipment, never leaving it too far behind. She held on to some hope that she might find somebody who would play. She desperately held onto hope that things could go back to the way they were before the war. Her hometown, in Gaspé, Quebec, was apparently part of a large radioactive pit. She found out that the University of Florida, where she had been studying, was in a similar state. She watched as she tapped the ball up over and over, not allowing it to touch the ground. She hoped that the others wouldn't feel annoyed, but she didn't care too much. She didn't know any of them anyway."
8300,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316,2014-12-02T16:28:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saint Sauveux <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22654893#p22654893"">wrote</a>:</cite>Cami chose not to sit, instead standing several feet away from the rest of the people, juggling a soccer ball. She still had her equipment, never leaving it too far behind. She held on to some hope that she might find somebody who would play. She desperately held onto hope that things could go back to the way they were before the war. Her hometown, in Gaspé, Quebec, was apparently part of a large radioactive pit. She found out that the University of Florida, where she had been studying, was in a similar state. She watched as she tapped the ball up over and over, not allowing it to touch the ground. She hoped that the others wouldn't feel annoyed, but she didn't care too much. She didn't know any of them anyway.</div></blockquote><br/>Edward yelled over to the girl ""Come, sit. We don't bite!"""
8301,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316,2014-12-02T16:29:00,The Unites State-Of-Minds,"Daniel sat with his legs crossed, hunched towards the fire. He was not one built for cold weather, nor was he really dressed for it. Then again, nobody else seemed to be a great deal better off then himself so open complaints would earn him naught but ire. He wondered absentmindedly as to how much spare wood they had to burn in the building, plenty of furnishings sure, but god only knew what they would inhale from the treated wood. Pushing his senseless paranoia from the forefront of his mind, he resolved to at least get people talking. Anything was better then just listening to the wind blow and his teeth chatter. And that damn ball the girl was bouncing was getting on his nerves.<br/><br/>""Biting? No the cold does enough of that so we don't need to. So, anyone got any good stories to tell round the campfire then?"""
8302,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316,2014-12-02T16:30:00,Masimino,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22654935#p22654935"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Saint Sauveux <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22654893#p22654893"">wrote</a>:</cite>Cami chose not to sit, instead standing several feet away from the rest of the people, juggling a soccer ball. She still had her equipment, never leaving it too far behind. She held on to some hope that she might find somebody who would play. She desperately held onto hope that things could go back to the way they were before the war. Her hometown, in Gaspé, Quebec, was apparently part of a large radioactive pit. She found out that the University of Florida, where she had been studying, was in a similar state. She watched as she tapped the ball up over and over, not allowing it to touch the ground. She hoped that the others wouldn't feel annoyed, but she didn't care too much. She didn't know any of them anyway.</div></blockquote><br/>Edward yelled over to the girl ""Come, sit. We don't bite!""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Marcus defended the girl, saying ""Let her be, she does want she wants""."
8303,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316,2014-12-02T16:31:00,Greater Monroe,"Peyton was freezing cold, but she didn't need anybody to know it. She still wore her United States Army uniform, feeling comforted by the BDU's. She mostly looked at the ground, but she was distracted by the constant sound of the girl with the soccer ball. Peyton was tempted to kick the thing away, but she understood that people could do only whatever they could in order to cope with the terrible events of the war. Peyton still had trouble finding sleep since her time fighting the Chinese on the West Coast. She didn't want to speak, but when one of the men in the group called over to the soccer girl, Peyton felt she could talk as well. She looked over at the soccer player. ""Yeah, come sit down. Conserve your energy. It's very cold."" She didn't reply to the camp fire stories comment, not wanting to be overly social. She mostly wanted to lay down and give in to the cold."
8304,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316,2014-12-02T16:37:00,Saint Sauveux,"Cami heard some of the people starting to talk, which didn't distract her from her ball. She did hear the man call her over, but she ignored it. She wanted to have some sort of privacy, despite her absolute feeling of loneliness. She was more open to going over when the soldier spoke, for some reason feeling comforted by the presence of military personnel, despite their role in the destruction of everything. She resolved to go sit with the others, taking a seat between the man who called her over, and the female soldier. She didn't know how to react to the gigantic man who asked about good stories for the camp fire. She mostly just stared, never having seen someone his size. She wanted to stay quiet to hide the slight French accent that she had. She didn't know if the people in the room would be friendly towards an outsider."
8305,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316,2014-12-02T16:41:00,Masimino,"Marcus just sighed, and clutched his hands together to make him feel war. He was cold like everyone else but he didn't complain or tried to think about the cold. He only felt pity on everyone else, he was probably the strongest and tallest, but he didn't boast. ""We need food, and water, and more. After the blizzard, we need to scavenge, I'll volunteer to do it."""
8306,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316,2014-12-02T16:41:00,Capsland,"Edward moved to the USA 3 years before the 'incident'. He knew the areas well but couldn't for the life of him remember any good routes to and from places. He sat by the fire with his hands over it. ""Why is it so God damned cold! I moved to the USA to get warmer!"" His English accent sticking out from the rest of the 'founders'. Then he heard one of them comment about stories. ""Is it really the time for stories? We need to survive not socialise, that comes later."" Edward shivered. ""Anyone got a blanket or something?""."
8307,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316,2014-12-02T16:44:00,Masimino,"<blockquote><div><cite>Capsland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22655059#p22655059"">wrote</a>:</cite>Edward moved to the USA 3 years before the 'incident'. He knew the areas well but couldn't for the life of him remember any good routes to and from places. He sat by the fire with his hands over it. ""Why is it so God damned cold! I moved to the USA to get warmer!"" His English accent sticking out from the rest of the 'founders'. Then he heard one of them comment about stories. ""Is it really the time for stories? We need to survive not socialise, that comes later."" Edward shivered. ""Anyone got a blanket or something?"".</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Marcus threw a dirty towel at the foreigner, and said ""It's not the cleanest, but it ain't wet either"""
8308,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316,2014-12-02T16:45:00,Australian Antarctica,"Edward spoke up at the people's complaints ""We could check the basement, the problem is were locked in. Any Ideas?"" and sighed when he saw the towel being thrown."
8309,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316,2014-12-02T16:46:00,Masimino,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22655090#p22655090"">wrote</a>:</cite>Edward spoke up at the people's complaints ""We could check the basement, the problem is were locked in. Any Ideas?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Marcus asked ""How strong is it? I could probably knock it down"""
8310,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316,2014-12-02T16:48:00,Capsland,"<blockquote><div><cite>Masimino <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22655079#p22655079"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Capsland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22655059#p22655059"">wrote</a>:</cite>Edward moved to the USA 3 years before the 'incident'. He knew the areas well but couldn't for the life of him remember any good routes to and from places. He sat by the fire with his hands over it. ""Why is it so God damned cold! I moved to the USA to get warmer!"" His English accent sticking out from the rest of the 'founders'. Then he heard one of them comment about stories. ""Is it really the time for stories? We need to survive not socialise, that comes later."" Edward shivered. ""Anyone got a blanket or something?"".</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Marcus threw a dirty towel at the foreigner, and said ""It's not the cleanest, but it ain't wet either""</div></blockquote><br/>Edward sighed. ""I guess it'll do"". Edward cuddled up with the dirty blanket with an annoyed face. ""I don't want to be the pessimistic one but, what do we do if we run out of firewood and the blizzard is still going on?"""
8311,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316,2014-12-02T16:48:00,The Unites State-Of-Minds,"""Strong enough not to bother right now. So seeing as we're stuck here for the immediate future and are limited in our means to alter this until after the passing of this fun little bout of snow, I would like to agree with the gentleman stating our need for supplies. My name is Daniel, pleasure to make your acquaintance by the way. Might I inquire as to how you plan to collect said supplies?"""
8312,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316,2014-12-02T16:49:00,Saint Sauveux,"Cami stayed silent, listening to the others, who were already arguing. She wasn't very confident in the people she was with, which worried her. Her greatest fear was to die, and she felt that she would likely die much faster in a scenario where nobody got along. She wondered what the man meant when he said they could check the basement. She didn't know how to pick a lock, nor was she nearly strong enough to break a door down like the big man, but she still wanted to help. She spoke, but did her best to hide her Québec accent. ""I don't know how to get into that room, but I'll help search for anything once inside. I figure if we're all here, we might as well work together."""
8313,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316,2014-12-02T16:50:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Masimino <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22655100#p22655100"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22655090#p22655090"">wrote</a>:</cite>Edward spoke up at the people's complaints ""We could check the basement, the problem is were locked in. Any Ideas?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Marcus asked ""How strong is it? I could probably knock it down""</div></blockquote><br/>"" ""Bout an inch thick, hardwood. Rusty hinges. You probably could. Try it"" He heard the man named Daniel ""Hello, my name is Will, we were thinking of raiding the old supermarket"""
8314,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316,2014-12-02T16:52:00,The Unites State-Of-Minds,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saint Sauveux <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22655135#p22655135"">wrote</a>:</cite>Cami stayed silent, listening to the others, who were already arguing. She wasn't very confident in the people she was with, which worried her. Her greatest fear was to die, and she felt that she would likely die much faster in a scenario where nobody got along. She wondered what the man meant when he said they could check the basement. She didn't know how to pick a lock, nor was she nearly strong enough to break a door down like the big man, but she still wanted to help. She spoke, but did her best to hide her Québec accent. ""I don't know how to get into that room, but I'll help search for anything once inside. I figure if we're all here, we might as well work together.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>As fine a statement as any. Glad to finally hear you speak up.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22655147#p22655147"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Masimino <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22655100#p22655100"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Marcus asked ""How strong is it? I could probably knock it down""</div></blockquote><br/>"" ""Bout an inch thick, hardwood. Rusty hinges. You probably could. Try it"" He heard the man named Daniel ""Hello, my name is Will, we were thinking of raiding the old supermarket""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Will is it? Hmm, I suppose we might as well check the market, though I would assume any military that passed through to have cleared most of it by now."
8315,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316,2014-12-02T16:54:00,Capsland,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saint Sauveux <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22655135#p22655135"">wrote</a>:</cite>Cami stayed silent, listening to the others, who were already arguing. She wasn't very confident in the people she was with, which worried her. Her greatest fear was to die, and she felt that she would likely die much faster in a scenario where nobody got along. She wondered what the man meant when he said they could check the basement. She didn't know how to pick a lock, nor was she nearly strong enough to break a door down like the big man, but she still wanted to help. She spoke, but did her best to hide her Québec accent. ""I don't know how to get into that room, but I'll help search for anything once inside. I figure if we're all here, we might as well work together.""</div></blockquote><br/>Edward looked at Cami. ""So you actually talk?"" He chuckled to himself. "" My names Edward, Edward Lockley. You sound... French? You come from France?"""
8316,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316,2014-12-02T16:55:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Unites State-Of-Minds <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22655178#p22655178"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Saint Sauveux <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22655135#p22655135"">wrote</a>:</cite>Cami stayed silent, listening to the others, who were already arguing. She wasn't very confident in the people she was with, which worried her. Her greatest fear was to die, and she felt that she would likely die much faster in a scenario where nobody got along. She wondered what the man meant when he said they could check the basement. She didn't know how to pick a lock, nor was she nearly strong enough to break a door down like the big man, but she still wanted to help. She spoke, but did her best to hide her Québec accent. ""I don't know how to get into that room, but I'll help search for anything once inside. I figure if we're all here, we might as well work together.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>As fine a statement as any. Glad to finally hear you speak up. <br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22655147#p22655147"">wrote</a>:</cite>"" ""Bout an inch thick, hardwood. Rusty hinges. You probably could. Try it"" He heard the man named Daniel ""Hello, my name is Will, we were thinking of raiding the old supermarket""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Will is it? Hmm, I suppose we might as well check the market, though I would assume any military that passed through to have cleared most of it by now.</div></blockquote><br/>""Most of the military was... I don't know how to put this nicely... Decimated. There might be a few stragglers, we have 3 rifles with ammo though. Who wants dinner?"""
8317,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316,2014-12-02T16:55:00,Greater Monroe,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Unites State-Of-Minds <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22655178#p22655178"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Saint Sauveux <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22655135#p22655135"">wrote</a>:</cite>Cami stayed silent, listening to the others, who were already arguing. She wasn't very confident in the people she was with, which worried her. Her greatest fear was to die, and she felt that she would likely die much faster in a scenario where nobody got along. She wondered what the man meant when he said they could check the basement. She didn't know how to pick a lock, nor was she nearly strong enough to break a door down like the big man, but she still wanted to help. She spoke, but did her best to hide her Québec accent. ""I don't know how to get into that room, but I'll help search for anything once inside. I figure if we're all here, we might as well work together.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>As fine a statement as any. Glad to finally hear you speak up. <br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22655147#p22655147"">wrote</a>:</cite>"" ""Bout an inch thick, hardwood. Rusty hinges. You probably could. Try it"" He heard the man named Daniel ""Hello, my name is Will, we were thinking of raiding the old supermarket""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Will is it? Hmm, I suppose we might as well check the market, though I would assume any military that passed through to have cleared most of it by now.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Peyton spoke up, ""If anyone from the United States Army came through, they would have done a better search. They would have found us, and I wouldn't be stuck here. Maybe the Russians have been through, but I doubt that too. They would have probably blown everything to bits."" She sighed, looking out of a broken window at the snow whipping around."
8318,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316,2014-12-02T16:56:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Capsland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22655202#p22655202"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Saint Sauveux <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22655135#p22655135"">wrote</a>:</cite>Cami stayed silent, listening to the others, who were already arguing. She wasn't very confident in the people she was with, which worried her. Her greatest fear was to die, and she felt that she would likely die much faster in a scenario where nobody got along. She wondered what the man meant when he said they could check the basement. She didn't know how to pick a lock, nor was she nearly strong enough to break a door down like the big man, but she still wanted to help. She spoke, but did her best to hide her Québec accent. ""I don't know how to get into that room, but I'll help search for anything once inside. I figure if we're all here, we might as well work together.""</div></blockquote><br/>Edward looked at Cami. ""So you actually talk?"" He chuckled to himself. "" My names Edward, Edward Lockley. You sound... French? You come from France?""</div></blockquote><br/>""Quebec, I can tell by the accent. Nice to meet you Edward, I'm Will"""
8319,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316,2014-12-02T16:56:00,Masimino,"""Marcus, a pleasure"" he said in a friendliest way he could say. He then stood up, and said ""Someone want to come with me? I'll try busting the door open."" He asked the people around the fire. He was the brute all his life, what he didn't have in brains he got in muscle. He was at home when it happened, he was a bouncer, typical for a guy like him. ""So, any volunteers?"""
8320,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316,2014-12-02T16:56:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Greater Monroe <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22655219#p22655219"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Unites State-Of-Minds <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22655178#p22655178"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>As fine a statement as any. Glad to finally hear you speak up. <br/><br/><br/><br/>Will is it? Hmm, I suppose we might as well check the market, though I would assume any military that passed through to have cleared most of it by now.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Peyton spoke up, ""If anyone from the United States Army came through, they would have done a better search. They would have found us, and I wouldn't be stuck here. Maybe the Russians have been through, but I doubt that too. They would have probably blown everything to bits."" She sighed, looking out of a broken window at the snow whipping around.</div></blockquote><br/>""That is very true. Last I heard, before CNN stopped broadcasting, is that the Chinese and Russians captured DC"""
8321,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316,2014-12-02T16:57:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Masimino <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22655240#p22655240"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Marcus, a pleasure"" he said in a friendliest way he could say. He then stood up, and said ""Someone want to come with me? I'll try busting the door open."" He asked the people around the fire. He was the brute all his life, what he didn't have in brains he got in muscle. He was at home when it happened, he was a bouncer, typical for a guy like him. ""So, any volunteers?""</div></blockquote><br/>""I will, they probably have archives down there. Fascinating"" William was his usual nerdy self."
8322,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=25,2014-12-02T16:58:00,Capsland,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22655227#p22655227"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Capsland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22655202#p22655202"">wrote</a>:</cite>Edward looked at Cami. ""So you actually talk?"" He chuckled to himself. "" My names Edward, Edward Lockley. You sound... French? You come from France?""</div></blockquote><br/>""Quebec, I can tell by the accent. Nice to meet you Edward, I'm Will""</div></blockquote><br/>""Nice to meet you to. I'm from little ol' England. So, what's our plan to survive?"" Edward got up, the dirty towel falling to the floor, and walked around the room looking everywhere. ""There's got to be something hidden around here, a key or some sort?"" He continued looking into all of the nooks and crannies."
8323,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=25,2014-12-02T16:59:00,The Unites State-Of-Minds,"Well then, it seems the fact that we remain is motivation enough to suspect that most of the town remains fairly intact. I will happily volunteer for the expedition, however I submit that we may want to wait a bit for the blizzard to die down a bit. Or...hmm...Anyone have the time or knowledge of the weather this area is often subject to? I'm not too familiar with it here, so I don't know if its reasonable to expect things to calm anytime soon."
8324,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=25,2014-12-02T16:59:00,Saint Sauveux,"<blockquote><div><cite>Capsland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22655202#p22655202"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Saint Sauveux <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22655135#p22655135"">wrote</a>:</cite>Cami stayed silent, listening to the others, who were already arguing. She wasn't very confident in the people she was with, which worried her. Her greatest fear was to die, and she felt that she would likely die much faster in a scenario where nobody got along. She wondered what the man meant when he said they could check the basement. She didn't know how to pick a lock, nor was she nearly strong enough to break a door down like the big man, but she still wanted to help. She spoke, but did her best to hide her Québec accent. ""I don't know how to get into that room, but I'll help search for anything once inside. I figure if we're all here, we might as well work together.""</div></blockquote><br/>Edward looked at Cami. ""So you actually talk?"" He chuckled to himself. "" My names Edward, Edward Lockley. You sound... French? You come from France?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Cami looked over at Edward, smiling at him. She was glad to see somebody remotely friendly looking. ""Yeah, I do talk, just not as much when I'm surrounded by strangers. My name is Cami, and I'm not French, I'm from Gaspé, in Québec. You're definitely English, right? I do hope I'm right."" She was distracted by all of the conversations going on, and decided to excuse herself from it. ""Excuse me, Edward, I'm more than a bit overwhelmed right now."" She went back over to a corner of the room and began to juggle her soccer ball again, doing several tricks to keep herself sharp."
8325,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=25,2014-12-02T17:01:00,Australian Antarctica,"William was sick of all the useless blabbering ""QUIEEEETTT!!!!!"" he yelled, his collage professor instinct coming out.<br/><br/>OOC: When using a skill, please post the skill and the number for the skill you are using."
8326,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=25,2014-12-02T17:02:00,The Unites State-Of-Minds,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22655318#p22655318"">wrote</a>:</cite>William was sick of all the useless blabbering ""QUIEEEETTT!!!!!"" he yelled, his collage professor instinct coming out.<br/><br/>OOC: When using a skill, please post the skill and the number for the skill you are using.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Alright, you have the floor."
8327,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=25,2014-12-02T17:02:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Capsland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22655279#p22655279"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22655227#p22655227"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Quebec, I can tell by the accent. Nice to meet you Edward, I'm Will""</div></blockquote><br/>""Nice to meet you to. I'm from little ol' England. So, what's our plan to survive?"" Edward got up, the dirty towel falling to the floor, and walked around the room looking everywhere. ""There's got to be something hidden around here, a key or some sort?"" He continued looking into all of the nooks and crannies.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Results</span>He found nothing of use but a few rusty letter openers"
8328,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=25,2014-12-02T17:03:00,Capsland,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22655318#p22655318"">wrote</a>:</cite>William was sick of all the useless blabbering ""QUIEEEETTT!!!!!"" he yelled, his collage professor instinct coming out.<br/><br/>OOC: When using a skill, please post the skill and the number for the skill you are using.</div></blockquote><br/>After finding nothing, Edward quickly turned to Will with a confused look on his face. "" Speak away"""
8329,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=25,2014-12-02T17:05:00,Australian Antarctica,"""We need a plan. First we need to search the building for anything of use. Then we can travel throughout town to find things. The problem is the door to the staircase is locked, we need to brake it down""<br/><br/>charisma:5"
8330,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=25,2014-12-02T17:07:00,New Jordslag,"Takihiro sat at his own corner by the Campfire, taking close notice of the people around him. The short Japanese man took note of several people, formost among whom were the British man, the Quebecer, and the American who seemed to take charge of everything. He decided to help with Edward's plan: ""Gimme a Close-Combat weapon. I'll break your door down."""
8331,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=25,2014-12-02T17:08:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Jordslag <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22655399#p22655399"">wrote</a>:</cite>Takihiro sat at his own corner by the Campfire, taking close notice of the people around him. The short Japanese man took note of several people, formost among whom were the British man, the Quebecer, and the American who seemed to take charge of everything. He decided to help with Edward's plan: ""Gimme a Close-Combat weapon. I'll break your door down.""</div></blockquote><br/>""We have no such thing I am afraid. You are?"""
8332,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=25,2014-12-02T17:09:00,Capsland,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22655375#p22655375"">wrote</a>:</cite>""We need a plan. First we need to search the building for anything of use. Then we can travel throughout town to find things. The problem is the door to the staircase is locked, we need to brake it down""<br/><br/>charisma:5</div></blockquote><br/>""Breaking the door down? I guess it's worth a try"""
8333,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=25,2014-12-02T17:10:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Capsland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22655427#p22655427"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22655375#p22655375"">wrote</a>:</cite>""We need a plan. First we need to search the building for anything of use. Then we can travel throughout town to find things. The problem is the door to the staircase is locked, we need to brake it down""<br/><br/>charisma:5</div></blockquote><br/>""Breaking the door down? I guess it's worth a try""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Alright, who wants to help me?"""
8334,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=25,2014-12-02T17:10:00,The Blackdown Hills,"Matvei finally stood up, wearing a coat to hide the Spetsnaz uniform he wore underneath. He walked over to the door in question, kicking it several times, knocking it around, but not bringing it down. ""You have a powerful door, but it can still be broken. We need simple objects, such as a type of metal.<br/><br/>Strength: 4"
8335,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=25,2014-12-02T17:12:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Blackdown Hills <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22655444#p22655444"">wrote</a>:</cite>Matvei finally stood up, wearing a coat to hide the Spetsnaz uniform he wore underneath. He walked over to the door in question, kicking it several times, finally able to knock it away from its hinges. ""You see, people, when you need something done, do it.""<br/><br/>Strength: 4</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: You can't say the results, only I can.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Results:</span>The door budges, but is not broken down."
8336,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=25,2014-12-02T17:15:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22655465#p22655465"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Blackdown Hills <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22655444#p22655444"">wrote</a>:</cite>Matvei finally stood up, wearing a coat to hide the Spetsnaz uniform he wore underneath. He walked over to the door in question, kicking it several times, finally able to knock it away from its hinges. ""You see, people, when you need something done, do it.""<br/><br/>Strength: 4</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: You can't say the results, only I can.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Results:</span> The door budges, but is not broken down.</div></blockquote><br/>William saw the man, and heard his accent ""Ahh, I guess Russians aren't all 'strong like bull' Eh?"""
8337,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=25,2014-12-02T17:18:00,The Blackdown Hills,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22655515#p22655515"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22655465#p22655465"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: You can't say the results, only I can.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Results:</span> The door budges, but is not broken down.</div></blockquote><br/>William saw the man, and heard his accent ""Ahh, I guess Russians aren't all 'strong like bull' Eh?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Matvei looked at the man, not amused by his tone. ""Muscle is not the only thing that makes Russian people superior."" He walked towards the window, looking out into what he considered to be very light snow. ""I am going to go for a walk, to see what I can find. I suggest that somebody, even two others, come along with me. We will be more effective in a group.""<br/><br/>Charisma: 6"
8338,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=25,2014-12-02T17:18:00,Capsland,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22655515#p22655515"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22655465#p22655465"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: You can't say the results, only I can.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Results:</span> The door budges, but is not broken down.</div></blockquote><br/>William saw the man, and heard his accent ""Ahh, I guess Russians aren't all 'strong like bull' Eh?""</div></blockquote><br/>Edward laughed. ""You've got to admit, you Americans have a good sense of humour."" He looked back at Cami in the corner. ""Hey, you okay?"" He said as he walked to her. ""You seem to be a bit secluded"""
8339,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=25,2014-12-02T17:19:00,Masimino,"""Let me"" Marcus kicks the door the several times.<br/>Strength: 6"
8340,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=25,2014-12-02T17:20:00,Capsland,"<blockquote><div><cite>Masimino <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22655588#p22655588"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Let me"" Marcus kicks the door the several times.<br/>Strength: 6</div></blockquote><br/>Edward turned around, still next to Cami. ""I think you should stop, you might break something."" He said with a smirk on his face."
8341,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=25,2014-12-02T17:20:00,New Jordslag,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22655515#p22655515"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22655465#p22655465"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: You can't say the results, only I can.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Results:</span> The door budges, but is not broken down.</div></blockquote><br/>William saw the man, and heard his accent ""Ahh, I guess Russians aren't all 'strong like bull' Eh?""</div></blockquote><br/>Takihiro shrugs. ""Hey, do we have anything that could be used as a Close-Combat weapon? Anything at all? Because I have good aim, and I'm certain that with a weapon I could at the very least loosen the door. Know of any weapons, Edward?"""
8342,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=25,2014-12-02T17:22:00,Saint Sauveux,"<blockquote><div><cite>Capsland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22655577#p22655577"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22655515#p22655515"">wrote</a>:</cite>William saw the man, and heard his accent ""Ahh, I guess Russians aren't all 'strong like bull' Eh?""</div></blockquote><br/>Edward laughed. ""You've got to admit, you Americans have a good sense of humour."" He looked back at Cami in the corner. ""Hey, you okay?"" He said as he walked to her. ""You seem to be a bit secluded""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Cami tipped the ball up, catching it with her hands. She looked over at the group of people, then at Edward. ""I'm just a bit overwhelmed by everything that's happened lately. I don't know any of you, which makes me a bit nervous."" She looked over at the Russian, who seemed to be making a good argument for going outside. ""I'm especially worried about the Russian. They're the ones who destroyed most of Canada."""
8343,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=25,2014-12-02T17:24:00,Capsland,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saint Sauveux <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22655627#p22655627"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Capsland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22655577#p22655577"">wrote</a>:</cite>Edward laughed. ""You've got to admit, you Americans have a good sense of humour."" He looked back at Cami in the corner. ""Hey, you okay?"" He said as he walked to her. ""You seem to be a bit secluded""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Cami tipped the ball up, catching it with her hands. She looked over at the group of people, then at Edward. ""I'm just a bit overwhelmed by everything that's happened lately. I don't know any of you, which makes me a bit nervous."" She looked over at the Russian, who seemed to be making a good argument for going outside. ""I'm especially worried about the Russian. They're the ones who destroyed most of Canada.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Well let's make time for us to know eachother. We have already established names and our origins. Oh and don't worry about the Russian, they're all pansies on the inside"" Edward laughed to himself."
8344,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=25,2014-12-02T17:25:00,New Jordslag,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saint Sauveux <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22655627#p22655627"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Capsland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22655577#p22655577"">wrote</a>:</cite>Edward laughed. ""You've got to admit, you Americans have a good sense of humour."" He looked back at Cami in the corner. ""Hey, you okay?"" He said as he walked to her. ""You seem to be a bit secluded""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Cami tipped the ball up, catching it with her hands. She looked over at the group of people, then at Edward. ""I'm just a bit overwhelmed by everything that's happened lately. I don't know any of you, which makes me a bit nervous."" She looked over at the Russian, who seemed to be making a good argument for going outside. ""I'm especially worried about the Russian. They're the ones who destroyed most of Canada.""</div></blockquote><br/>Takihiro sighed. The Russians had been the ones who had invaded Japan, as well as the Chinese. He lived in Hokkaido. He could only watch as they obliterated his tiny Hometown in seconds. ""You and me both, Cami. You and me both. The Russians destroyed my home and slaughtered my Family."" He had a deep look in his eyes. Then he turned to her. ""You can rely on me if you need help."" He nodded at the Russian, then turned away."
8345,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=25,2014-12-02T17:27:00,The Unites State-Of-Minds,"Daniel stood back from the others, attempting to quietly listen in on all conversations and work out a good idea of where everyone stood without his attention coming to notice.<br/>[Skill - Stealth: 4]"
8346,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=25,2014-12-02T17:30:00,Saint Sauveux,"Cami nodded generally, still feeling uncomfortable around the others. She decided to have a seat, sitting on her soccer ball, looking around. ""I don't know what we should all do. I don't know if it's a good idea to go into the basement, nor if it's a good idea to go with the Russian. What do you two think?"" She looked at both Edward and the Japanese man, who had not introduced himself."
8347,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=50,2014-12-02T17:32:00,Masimino,"<blockquote><div><cite>Capsland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22655606#p22655606"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Masimino <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22655588#p22655588"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Let me"" Marcus kicks the door the several times.<br/>Strength: 6</div></blockquote><br/>Edward turned around, still next to Cami. ""I think you should stop, you might break something."" He said with a smirk on his face.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""That's the point."" He kicks the door one more time, and stops and looks at the Russian. ""You a soldier?""<br/>Stength:6"
8348,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=50,2014-12-02T17:35:00,New Jordslag,"""Well, I say we do a quick search in the basement and leave out the Russian. We trusted them once. It got America and Japan and Canada conquered. No use trusting them again. Say,"" He turned to Cami. ""The doors pretty loose by now. I'm not forcing you to come down, but can you help me knock it loose? I'm not as muscular as SOME people here."" He nodded at the Russian, again. Then he gasped. ""Ah, but I have been terribly impolite. My name is Takihiro Enomoto, but you can just call me Eno."""
8349,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=50,2014-12-02T17:36:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Masimino <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22655797#p22655797"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Capsland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22655606#p22655606"">wrote</a>:</cite>Edward turned around, still next to Cami. ""I think you should stop, you might break something."" He said with a smirk on his face.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""That's the point."" He kicks the door one more time, and stops and looks at the Russian. ""You a soldier?""<br/>Stength:6</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Results:</span>The Door gives way. Marcus goes sprawling down the stairs into the dark basement.<br/><br/>William saw Marcus fall and ran down the stairs to help him."
8350,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=50,2014-12-02T17:36:00,Capsland,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saint Sauveux <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22655777#p22655777"">wrote</a>:</cite>Cami nodded generally, still feeling uncomfortable around the others. She decided to have a seat, sitting on her soccer ball, looking around. ""I don't know what we should all do. I don't know if it's a good idea to go into the basement, nor if it's a good idea to go with the Russian. What do you two think?"" She looked at both Edward and the Japanese man, who had not introduced himself.</div></blockquote><br/>""I think going into the basement might be a good idea but on the other hand, we don't know what's down there. There could be some freakish radioactive... stuff down there! But I still think we should give it a try. And for going out into that!?"" He pointed at the window with the blizzard raging on outside. ""That would be suicide! Count me out on that"""
8351,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=50,2014-12-02T17:46:00,Saint Sauveux,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Capsland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22655858#p22655858"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I think going into the basement might be a good idea but on the other hand, we don't know what's down there. There could be some freakish radioactive... stuff down there! But I still think we should give it a try. And for going out into that!?"" He pointed at the window with the blizzard raging on outside. ""That would be suicide! Count me out on that""</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/>Cami nodded, agreeing with Edward. ""I doubt it'd be irradiated, since I feel like if it was then we'd be affected here as well. I do think there might be dangerous stuff down there though."" She looked over at the Russian, who seemed to have fallen down a flight of stairs. ""And it seems like we don't have to worry about the Russian any more."" She grinned, actually feeling close to laughing for the first time in a long time.<br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>New Jordslag <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22655847#p22655847"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Well, I say we do a quick search in the basement and leave out the Russian. We trusted them once. It got America and Japan and Canada conquered. No use trusting them again. Say,"" He turned to Cami. ""The doors pretty loose by now. I'm not forcing you to come down, but can you help me knock it loose? I'm not as muscular as SOME people here."" He nodded at the Russian, again. Then he gasped. ""Ah, but I have been terribly impolite. My name is Takihiro Enomoto, but you can just call me Eno.""</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/>Cami smiled when Takihiro introduced himself. She recognised his name as Japanese, as there had been a Japanese girl on her college soccer team. It made her sad to remember that the rest of her teammates were likely dead. ""It's nice to meet you, Takihiro, I'm Cami Bissette."""
8352,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=50,2014-12-02T17:46:00,The Unites State-Of-Minds,"""Our path into the floor below now lies open. Once again man has triumphed through adversity. Good for us""<br/><br/>Daniel mumbled a bit in the back, at this point trying not to bring all attention to himself. He took it upon himself to see if he could find any means of lighting the basement, giving the light switch a quick jiggle before seeing if anything else could be of use. If he couldn't find anything, some wood and fabric would make due for a short lived torch, longer if anyone could find alcohol.<br/><br/>intelligence: 8<br/>ingenuity: 5<br/>looting: 3"
8353,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=50,2014-12-02T17:48:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Unites State-Of-Minds <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22656036#p22656036"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Our path into the floor below now lies open. Once again man has triumphed through adversity. Good for us""<br/><br/>Daniel mumbled a bit in the back, at this point trying not to bring all attention to himself. He took it upon himself to see if he could find any means of lighting the basement, giving the light switch a quick jiggle before seeing if anything else could be of use. If he couldn't find anything, some wood and fabric would make due for a short lived torch, longer if anyone had alcohol. <br/><br/>intelligence: 8<br/>ingenuity: 5<br/>looting: 3</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Results:</span>Daniel finds 3 Flashlights and 6 batteries.<br/><br/>William yells up ""I thinks he's hurt!"""
8354,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=50,2014-12-02T17:55:00,Masimino,"Marcus goes down and looked at the Russian. He was hurt, and he needed help. ""Will,you think he needs to be carried up?"""
8355,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=50,2014-12-02T17:56:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Masimino <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22656177#p22656177"">wrote</a>:</cite>Marcus goes down and looked at the Russian. He was hurt, and he needed help. ""Will,you think he needs to be carried up?""</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: Ummm... You were the one who fell. I got mixed up."
8356,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=50,2014-12-02T18:02:00,Masimino,OOC: I'm not Russian! I'm Spanish
8357,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=50,2014-12-02T18:04:00,The Unites State-Of-Minds,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22656063#p22656063"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-style: italic"">Results:</span>Daniel finds 3 Flashlights and 6 batteries.</div></blockquote><br/>(assuming the flashlights are two battery models)<br/><br/>Daniel placed the batteries into the flashlights and tested them out. Upon finding no issues with their function, he shined one down at the crumpled figure at the bottom of the stairs.<br/><br/>""If you need help with that I have some medical training. At the very least I can look over anything that may feel off.""<br/><br/>Turning about, he faced the others. Holding out one of the lights to Edward, he raised the other up while looking toward Marcus. ""Iv got one more of these for the gentleman who first spoke up regarding our need for supplies, I'm afraid I failed to catch your name."""
8358,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=50,2014-12-02T18:32:00,Righteous Swords,((EDIT: My apologies. Post moved to OOC thread))
8359,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=50,2014-12-02T18:37:00,New Jordslag,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saint Sauveux <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22656029#p22656029"">wrote</a>:</cite><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Capsland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22655858#p22655858"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I think going into the basement might be a good idea but on the other hand, we don't know what's down there. There could be some freakish radioactive... stuff down there! But I still think we should give it a try. And for going out into that!?"" He pointed at the window with the blizzard raging on outside. ""That would be suicide! Count me out on that""</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/>Cami nodded, agreeing with Edward. ""I doubt it'd be irradiated, since I feel like if it was then we'd be affected here as well. I do think there might be dangerous stuff down there though."" She looked over at the Russian, who seemed to have fallen down a flight of stairs. ""And it seems like we don't have to worry about the Russian any more."" She grinned, actually feeling close to laughing for the first time in a long time. <br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>New Jordslag <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22655847#p22655847"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Well, I say we do a quick search in the basement and leave out the Russian. We trusted them once. It got America and Japan and Canada conquered. No use trusting them again. Say,"" He turned to Cami. ""The doors pretty loose by now. I'm not forcing you to come down, but can you help me knock it loose? I'm not as muscular as SOME people here."" He nodded at the Russian, again. Then he gasped. ""Ah, but I have been terribly impolite. My name is Takihiro Enomoto, but you can just call me Eno.""</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/>Cami smiled when Takihiro introduced himself. She recognised his name as Japanese, as there had been a Japanese girl on her college soccer team. It made her sad to remember that the rest of her teammates were likely dead. ""It's nice to meet you, Takihiro, I'm Cami Bissette.""</div></blockquote><br/>He winked at her. ""I know; I was listening to your conversations. Anyway, I have to go now, Cami. And again, just call me Eno."" He got up and rushed down the stairs, brushing past the wounded Spaniard, saying: ""Don't worry, you'll be fine as long as an infection doesn't set in. Which it might."" Then he rushed past, looking around for more equipment. ""Dammit, we need a weapon."" He said, looking around frantically.<br/><br/>Intelligence: 4<br/>Ingenuity: 1<br/>Looting: 1"
8360,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=50,2014-12-02T19:02:00,The Blackdown Hills,"Matvei looked around, realising that nobody was going to follow him. He decided to make them aware once again that he was going outside, but he wasn't going to wait around for anybody to follow him. He cleared his throat loudly, then spoke. ""I will repeat, I am going out into the blizzard to search for supplies. Follow me if you'd like. If you come along, you will be able to use whatever we may find. If not, there is no saying I will return with anything that you all may need."" With that, Matvei turned around and walked out of the door, feeling the cold wind hit his face immediately.<br/><br/>He stood outside in the freezing wind for a moment, letting the chill strike him, then he pushed forward. He walked down the road, trying to remember the area. He had been to this town before, but the landscape looked much different in the blizzard conditions. He assumed that nothing had changed with the layout of the town, seeing as he had been through not long before. He remembered where he had stashed his pack, but he knew it would be difficult to reach. He was moving against the wind, and that was not an easy task. By the time he reached the water, he was beginning to tire. He knew that his pack would be around, however, so he searched in the snow for it in the spot where he had left it. After several minutes of digging, he found the pack. He desperately opened it, hoping for his knife, but he found that it wasn't there. It must have been taken by a passing party. Luckily for Matvei, the looters hadn't taken his alcohol, nor his military beret. He put the beret into his military uniform breast pocket, and took a swig from one of the two flasks he had. He put those into his pocket as well, knowing he needed to conserve the precious liquid."
8361,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=50,2014-12-02T19:45:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Jordslag <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22656745#p22656745"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Saint Sauveux <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22656029#p22656029"">wrote</a>:</cite><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""></div></div></div><br/>Cami nodded, agreeing with Edward. ""I doubt it'd be irradiated, since I feel like if it was then we'd be affected here as well. I do think there might be dangerous stuff down there though."" She looked over at the Russian, who seemed to have fallen down a flight of stairs. ""And it seems like we don't have to worry about the Russian any more."" She grinned, actually feeling close to laughing for the first time in a long time. <br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""></div></div></div><br/><br/>Cami smiled when Takihiro introduced himself. She recognised his name as Japanese, as there had been a Japanese girl on her college soccer team. It made her sad to remember that the rest of her teammates were likely dead. ""It's nice to meet you, Takihiro, I'm Cami Bissette.""</div></blockquote><br/>He winked at her. ""I know; I was listening to your conversations. Anyway, I have to go now, Cami. And again, just call me Eno."" He got up and rushed down the stairs, brushing past the wounded Spaniard, saying: ""Don't worry, you'll be fine as long as an infection doesn't set in. Which it might."" Then he rushed past, looking around for more equipment. ""Dammit, we need a weapon."" He said, looking around frantically.<br/><br/>Intelligence: 4<br/>Ingenuity: 1<br/>Looting: 1</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Result:</span>Takihiro Finds nothing at first glance"
8362,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=50,2014-12-02T19:49:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Masimino <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22656266#p22656266"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: I'm not Russian! I'm Spanish</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: I got you two mixed up for some reason. Blonde moment. Anyway, right now you are at the bottom of the stairs after busting open the door."
8363,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=50,2014-12-02T20:26:00,Righteous Swords,"Wojtek froze. Not because of the blizzard that surrounded him, stinging at his face and blotted out his surroundings, but because he heard movement close by. Completely lost due to the white-out conditions and desperate to find shelter, he headed cautiously towards where he thought the source was. With some luck and his military training, he managed to both find the source and not immediately stumble into it.<br/><br/>What he saw did not cheer him- a man in a Russian uniform, digging around in the snow. Damn, he thought. He had been hoping to avoid the few Russians that remained, and it ignited his anger that he should run into a potential enemy when what he needed most was shelter. He went back to observing the man, who had by now dug up a pack and began to dig through it. Wojtek watched the man pull out a beret- yet more proof of his Russian military ties- and something far more interesting. He watched as the man pulled out a flask of alcohol, drinking from it. He had run out of vodka some time ago, and in this freezing weather the liquid would warm and comfort him. Tugging his coat tighter around him, he resolved to follow the man and see where he led him. He had little other choice- he didn't know where he was, and this Russian could lead him to supplies or safety. Worst-case scenario, the man was as lost as he was, and although he didn't like it, it was possible to take the man's supplies to ensure his own survival. He crouched, hiding behind any bushes or suitable places around, thanking God for the snowstorm that now helped hide him from view. Wojtek then continued to observe the Russian from a distance, waiting for his next move.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Skill Use- Stealth: +2</blockquote>"
8364,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=50,2014-12-02T20:39:00,The Blackdown Hills,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Righteous Swords <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22658060#p22658060"">wrote</a>:</cite>Wojtek froze. Not because of the blizzard that surrounded him, stinging at his face and blotted out his surroundings, but because he heard movement close by. Completely lost due to the white-out conditions and desperate to find shelter, he headed cautiously towards where he thought the source was. With some luck and his military training, he managed to both find the source and not immediately stumble into it. <br/><br/>What he saw did not cheer him- a man in a Russian uniform, digging around in the snow. Damn, he thought. He had been hoping to avoid the few Russians that remained, and it ignited his anger that he should run into a potential enemy when what he needed most was shelter. He went back to observing the man, who had by now dug up a pack and began to dig through it. Wojtek watched the man pull out a beret- yet more proof of his Russian military ties- and something far more interesting. He watched as the man pulled out a flask of alcohol, drinking from it. He had run out of vodka some time ago, and in this freezing weather the liquid would warm and comfort him. Sliding his knife from its sheath as a precaution and tugging his coat tighter around him, he resolved to follow the man and see where he led him. He had little other choice- he didn't know where he was, and this Russian could lead him to supplies or safety. Worst-case scenario, the man was as lost as he was, and although he didn't like it, he was capable of taking the man's supplies to ensure his own survival. He crouched, hiding behind any bushes or suitable places around, thanking God for the snowstorm that now helped hide him from view. Wojtek then continued to observe the Russian from a distance, waiting for his next move. <br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Skill Use- Stealth: +2</blockquote></div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/>Matvei was getting used to the cold, which made him significantly more comfortable. He took up his pack, which had the Russian flag sewn to it. As he was disturbing the snow around where he had dug, he nearly slashed his hand. He noticed that his knife hadn't been looted, and that it was partially hidden beneath the snow. He picked up the NRS-2 knife, which seemed to still be in good condition. He finished concealing the former location of his rucksack and decided to stay away from the others for a while. He began to walk into the town once more, however not in the direction of the building used by the others. He instead shielded his face by pulling up the collar of his military coat and pushed towards a small building that appeared to have been a personal home.<br/><br/>Matvei approached the home, constantly looking over his shoulder and all around, assuring that he was alone. He did have a feeling that he was being watched, but he ignored it. Instead, he tried the front door of the house. He found that it was locked, so he decided to search the perimeter of the house. To his luck, he found a basement window open, which he entered quietly. He was glad to be out of the blizzard. He took off his outer coat, leaving on only his Spetsnaz BDU's, which he knew gave himself away as a former Russian special forces operative, but he was confident that there was nobody home. If there was, he was more than capable of using his knife.<br/><br/>Stealth 2<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""The Spetsnaz Uniform that Matvei is wearing""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a185/counterassasin/spetsnaz6.jpg""/></div></div></div>"
8365,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=50,2014-12-03T05:21:00,Australian Antarctica,"The Snowstorm begins to let up while the sun begins to set. The Russian finds a grizzly sight in the abandoned house. 2 Dead men, one with a shotgun between his legs, covered in grey matter. The Pole remains hidden and so does the Russian, though any skilled hunter could find them."
8366,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=50,2014-12-03T05:35:00,Australian Antarctica,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">End of Day 1</span></span><br/>Will spoke up ""It's getting late, we should get some rest. I found some cots we can use, or we can stay up and work some more"""
8367,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=50,2014-12-03T08:57:00,Saint Sauveux,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22660657#p22660657"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">End of Day 1</span></span><br/>Will spoke up ""It's getting late, we should get some rest. I found some cots we can use, or we can stay up and work some more""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Cami agreed with Will that it was a good time for sleep, but she was worried about the Russian. She went over to Will, speaking quietly to him. ""Hey, you don't think that the Russian is meeting anyone out there, right? I mean, he's wearing a Russian uniform, he's alone, and it's no stretch to think he might be looking to do something bad.""<br/><br/>Intelligence: 2"
8368,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=50,2014-12-03T09:13:00,The Blackdown Hills,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22660609#p22660609"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Snowstorm begins to let up while the sun begins to set. The Russian finds a grizzly sight in the abandoned house. 2 Dead men, one with a shotgun between his legs, covered in grey matter. The Pole remains hidden and so does the Russian, though any skilled hunter could find them.</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/>Matvei searched the cellar of the house more extensively once he had gotten himself comfortable. He looked all around, eventually coming to a different room. He opened the unlocked door, but immediately had to shield himself, as the stench of rotting flesh was strong. There were two dead men on the ground, one with a shotgun, which led Matvei to assume that the two had ended their own lives. He had seen plenty of death, and therefore was not phased by the sight. He decided it'd be valuable to look at the shotgun, so he picked it up, checking to see if it was functional. Then, he searched the room for ammunition, but avoided going upstairs."
8369,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=50,2014-12-03T09:18:00,Capsland,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22660657#p22660657"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">End of Day 1</span></span><br/>Will spoke up ""It's getting late, we should get some rest. I found some cots we can use, or we can stay up and work some more""</div></blockquote><br/>Edward looked outside. ""I guess I'll keep the first watch, don't want anyone sneaking up on us"". He leaned on the windowsill and thought aabout life in general. He thought about how many people had died and what it was like back home, he had never even seen London, only on postcards and pictures. There was no chance he would see it ever again. Then he thought of Cami, he only met her a few hours ago but he felt like she was the most trustworthy."
8370,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=50,2014-12-03T09:28:00,Saint Sauveux,"<blockquote><div><cite>Capsland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22661749#p22661749"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22660657#p22660657"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">End of Day 1</span></span><br/>Will spoke up ""It's getting late, we should get some rest. I found some cots we can use, or we can stay up and work some more""</div></blockquote><br/>Edward looked outside. ""I guess I'll keep the first watch, don't want anyone sneaking up on us"". He leaned on the windowsill and thought aabout life in general. He thought about how many people had died and what it was like back home, he had never even seen London, only on postcards and pictures. There was no chance he would see it ever again. Then he thought of Cami, he only met her a few hours ago but he felt like she was the most trustworthy.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Cami looked over at Edward, figuring that she could trust him and Takihiro more than the others at that point. She excused herself from Will and walked over to Edward. ""I could take first watch with you. Two sets of eyes are better than one, and I'm not very tired. Anyways, the blizzard is dying down now, so it's best to be vigilant."" She hoped she'd made a good point, but she didn't have much confidence in her charisma."
8371,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=50,2014-12-03T09:33:00,Capsland,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saint Sauveux <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22661801#p22661801"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Capsland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22661749#p22661749"">wrote</a>:</cite>Edward looked outside. ""I guess I'll keep the first watch, don't want anyone sneaking up on us"". He leaned on the windowsill and thought aabout life in general. He thought about how many people had died and what it was like back home, he had never even seen London, only on postcards and pictures. There was no chance he would see it ever again. Then he thought of Cami, he only met her a few hours ago but he felt like she was the most trustworthy.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Cami looked over at Edward, figuring that she could trust him and Takihiro more than the others at that point. She excused herself from Will and walked over to Edward. ""I could take first watch with you. Two sets of eyes are better than one, and I'm not very tired. Anyways, the blizzard is dying down now, so it's best to be vigilant."" She hoped she'd made a good point, but she didn't have much confidence in her charisma.</div></blockquote><br/>""Well, I guess you're right. Watch out for that Russian, we don't want him out there all night, he'll freeze to death"" Edward smirked at Cami. Edawrd then continued looking out of the window, seeing the trees being blown around by the wind. ""Looks like the wind is picking up too, nothing to worry about though, I'm sure"""
8372,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=75,2014-12-03T09:40:00,Saint Sauveux,"<blockquote><div><cite>Capsland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22661832#p22661832"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Saint Sauveux <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22661801#p22661801"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Cami looked over at Edward, figuring that she could trust him and Takihiro more than the others at that point. She excused herself from Will and walked over to Edward. ""I could take first watch with you. Two sets of eyes are better than one, and I'm not very tired. Anyways, the blizzard is dying down now, so it's best to be vigilant."" She hoped she'd made a good point, but she didn't have much confidence in her charisma.</div></blockquote><br/>""Well, I guess you're right. Watch out for that Russian, we don't want him out there all night, he'll freeze to death"" Edward smirked at Cami. Edawrd then continued looking out of the window, seeing the trees being blown around by the wind. ""Looks like the wind is picking up too, nothing to worry about though, I'm sure""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Cami grinned, ""I'm not too worried about the Russian freezing to death. He'll figure something out."" She looked out at the wind, which was indeed whipping fast, but the air was clearer. ""At least the blizzard slowed down and we can actually see out there. Where should we go to stand watch? In movies there's always a cool perch where the sniper sits."""
8373,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=75,2014-12-03T09:49:00,Capsland,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saint Sauveux <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22661871#p22661871"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Capsland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22661832#p22661832"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Well, I guess you're right. Watch out for that Russian, we don't want him out there all night, he'll freeze to death"" Edward smirked at Cami. Edawrd then continued looking out of the window, seeing the trees being blown around by the wind. ""Looks like the wind is picking up too, nothing to worry about though, I'm sure""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Cami grinned, ""I'm not too worried about the Russian freezing to death. He'll figure something out."" She looked out at the wind, which was indeed whipping fast, but the air was clearer. ""At least the blizzard slowed down and we can actually see out there. Where should we go to stand watch? In movies there's always a cool perch where the sniper sits.""</div></blockquote><br/>""I think we only have these windows, not very luxurious but they'll do. As for the Russian, I don't know... I think he may be putting it on to look tough in front of the Americans"" Edward stopped and pulled out a picture of him posing in front of the town hall in his home town back in England. ""I don't even know who nuked England, I have never been to London either. Pity, I was planning on visiting next year then this all happened!"" Edward was getting quite emotional but he concealed it."
8374,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=75,2014-12-03T09:56:00,Saint Sauveux,"<blockquote><div><cite>Capsland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22661933#p22661933"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Saint Sauveux <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22661871#p22661871"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Cami grinned, ""I'm not too worried about the Russian freezing to death. He'll figure something out."" She looked out at the wind, which was indeed whipping fast, but the air was clearer. ""At least the blizzard slowed down and we can actually see out there. Where should we go to stand watch? In movies there's always a cool perch where the sniper sits.""</div></blockquote><br/>""I think we only have these windows, not very luxurious but they'll do. As for the Russian, I don't know... I think he may be putting it on to look tough in front of the Americans"" Edward stopped and pulled out a picture of him posing in front of the town hall in his home town back in England. ""I don't even know who nuked England, I have never been to London either. Pity, I was planning on visiting next year then this all happened!"" Edward was getting quite emotional but he concealed it.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Cami moved over towards him, hoping to get a glimpse at the photo. She heard the sadness in his voice, and she could relate to him. ""You know, there are a lot of things that I hoped to do, but now hardly anything from before is possible. I was always taught to take life as it comes, so I realise that there are so many new things that can be done. We all have a chance to start everything over again, without the rules and the boundaries that there were before."" She shrugged, ""It's all kind of exciting, if you think about it."""
8375,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=75,2014-12-03T10:07:00,Capsland,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saint Sauveux <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22661970#p22661970"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Capsland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22661933#p22661933"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I think we only have these windows, not very luxurious but they'll do. As for the Russian, I don't know... I think he may be putting it on to look tough in front of the Americans"" Edward stopped and pulled out a picture of him posing in front of the town hall in his home town back in England. ""I don't even know who nuked England, I have never been to London either. Pity, I was planning on visiting next year then this all happened!"" Edward was getting quite emotional but he concealed it.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Cami moved over towards him, hoping to get a glimpse at the photo. She heard the sadness in his voice, and she could relate to him. ""You know, there are a lot of things that I hoped to do, but now hardly anything from before is possible. I was always taught to take life as it comes, so I realise that there are so many new things that can be done. We all have a chance to start everything over again, without the rules and the boundaries that there were before."" She shrugged, ""It's all kind of exciting, if you think about it.""</div></blockquote><br/>Edward chuckled ""Yeah, you always have something good to say. I feel like we will become good friends."" Edward turned to the window ""Oh look, a fox. The first one I've seen in ages"". The fox ran about for about half a minute then ran into the forest. ""Poor thing, must be so cold out there."""
8376,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=75,2014-12-03T10:13:00,Saint Sauveux,"<blockquote><div><cite>Capsland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22662044#p22662044"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Saint Sauveux <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22661970#p22661970"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Cami moved over towards him, hoping to get a glimpse at the photo. She heard the sadness in his voice, and she could relate to him. ""You know, there are a lot of things that I hoped to do, but now hardly anything from before is possible. I was always taught to take life as it comes, so I realise that there are so many new things that can be done. We all have a chance to start everything over again, without the rules and the boundaries that there were before."" She shrugged, ""It's all kind of exciting, if you think about it.""</div></blockquote><br/>Edward chuckled ""Yeah, you always have something good to say. I feel like we will become good friends."" Edward turned to the window ""Oh look, a fox. The first one I've seen in ages"". The fox ran about for about half a minute then ran into the forest. ""Poor thing, must be so cold out there.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Cami smiled, glad to make a friend. ""I hope so. I feel like friends are hard to come by out here."" She looked at the fox, just as interested as Edward. She had different thoughts about it, though. ""Hey, if there are foxes, that means that other animals probably survived. Of course, that means there'll be the bad ones, like bears and wolves, but it also means there might be food animals. I know how to cook, if I have the right materials, so maybe if we run too low on food, we can work that out."""
8377,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=75,2014-12-03T12:05:00,Capsland,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saint Sauveux <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22662085#p22662085"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Capsland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22662044#p22662044"">wrote</a>:</cite>Edward chuckled ""Yeah, you always have something good to say. I feel like we will become good friends."" Edward turned to the window ""Oh look, a fox. The first one I've seen in ages"". The fox ran about for about half a minute then ran into the forest. ""Poor thing, must be so cold out there.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Cami smiled, glad to make a friend. ""I hope so. I feel like friends are hard to come by out here."" She looked at the fox, just as interested as Edward. She had different thoughts about it, though. ""Hey, if there are foxes, that means that other animals probably survived. Of course, that means there'll be the bad ones, like bears and wolves, but it also means there might be food animals. I know how to cook, if I have the right materials, so maybe if we run too low on food, we can work that out.""</div></blockquote><br/>""You're gonna have to run that up with Will, he seems to be the leader in all this. I have very little influence on this whole group. All I'm good for is sneaking around and looking at things."" Edward walked to a different window, it was getting even darker. ""God... you can tell it's winter."""
8378,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=75,2014-12-03T12:34:00,Saint Sauveux,"<blockquote><div><cite>Capsland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22662874#p22662874"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Saint Sauveux <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22662085#p22662085"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Cami smiled, glad to make a friend. ""I hope so. I feel like friends are hard to come by out here."" She looked at the fox, just as interested as Edward. She had different thoughts about it, though. ""Hey, if there are foxes, that means that other animals probably survived. Of course, that means there'll be the bad ones, like bears and wolves, but it also means there might be food animals. I know how to cook, if I have the right materials, so maybe if we run too low on food, we can work that out.""</div></blockquote><br/>""You're gonna have to run that up with Will, he seems to be the leader in all this. I have very little influence on this whole group. All I'm good for is sneaking around and looking at things."" Edward walked to a different window, it was getting even darker. ""God... you can tell it's winter.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Cami considered talking to Will about it, but she was never a very outgoing person. She laughed at the winter comment, remembering the harsh cold of the Canadian winters. ""This isn't too bad. Some of my relatives live in the areas where you can hardly leave the house in the winter."" She thought about the rugged barren-ness of those areas in Northern Canada, wondering if they had been hit by the bombs during the war. ""Maybe that area is still okay. There's nothing there of any political importance."""
8379,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=75,2014-12-03T12:46:00,Capsland,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saint Sauveux <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22663140#p22663140"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Capsland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22662874#p22662874"">wrote</a>:</cite>""You're gonna have to run that up with Will, he seems to be the leader in all this. I have very little influence on this whole group. All I'm good for is sneaking around and looking at things."" Edward walked to a different window, it was getting even darker. ""God... you can tell it's winter.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Cami considered talking to Will about it, but she was never a very outgoing person. She laughed at the winter comment, remembering the harsh cold of the Canadian winters. ""This isn't too bad. Some of my relatives live in the areas where you can hardly leave the house in the winter."" She thought about the rugged barren-ness of those areas in Northern Canada, wondering if they had been hit by the bombs during the war. ""Maybe that area is still okay. There's nothing there of any political importance.""</div></blockquote><br/>Edward turned to Cami. ""Maybe you're right. There could even be entire communities out there."" Edward thought of his home again, the town he lived in was quite big but not big enough to become a city. He thought of going back to England someday but that would be years away, Edward was even prepared to not see England ever again. Edward sighed ""It's tremendously boring here, who knew living in a post apocalyptic world with bands of army personal trying to kill you every second would be so boring..."" he picked up a rock and threw it out of the, already smashed, window."
8380,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=75,2014-12-03T12:51:00,Saint Sauveux,"<blockquote><div><cite>Capsland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22663217#p22663217"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Saint Sauveux <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22663140#p22663140"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Cami considered talking to Will about it, but she was never a very outgoing person. She laughed at the winter comment, remembering the harsh cold of the Canadian winters. ""This isn't too bad. Some of my relatives live in the areas where you can hardly leave the house in the winter."" She thought about the rugged barren-ness of those areas in Northern Canada, wondering if they had been hit by the bombs during the war. ""Maybe that area is still okay. There's nothing there of any political importance.""</div></blockquote><br/>Edward turned to Cami. ""Maybe you're right. There could even be entire communities out there."" Edward thought of his home again, the town he lived in was quite big but not big enough to become a city. He thought of going back to England someday but that would be years away, Edward was even prepared to not see England ever again. Edward sighed ""It's tremendously boring here, who knew living in a post apocalyptic world with bands of army personal trying to kill you every second would be so boring..."" he picked up a rock and threw it out of the, already smashed, window.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Cami laughed again, her boredom quite obvious. ""Yeah, it definitely does get boring here. My life was so active and fun before the war. Now, I have so little to do. That's why I like to juggle my soccer ball. It reminds me of the good times in my past, and it gives me something to do."" She looked out into the town, seeing no movement, aside from the blowing of leaves in the wind."
8381,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=75,2014-12-03T13:33:00,The Unites State-Of-Minds,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Saint Sauveux <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22661627#p22661627"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22660657#p22660657"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">End of Day 1</span></span><br/>Will spoke up ""It's getting late, we should get some rest. I found some cots we can use, or we can stay up and work some more""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Cami agreed with Will that it was a good time for sleep, but she was worried about the Russian. She went over to Will, speaking quietly to him. ""Hey, you don't think that the Russian is meeting anyone out there, right? I mean, he's wearing a Russian uniform, he's alone, and it's no stretch to think he might be looking to do something bad.""<br/><br/>Intelligence: 2</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/><br/>Daniel held back as the girl spoke with Will. He didn't particularly want to interject, nor did he like the subject at hand. He didn't have to hold long before the girl changed focus though, which was enough for him to step over to will.<br/><br/>""Now while I can't dispute the possibilities brought up by our lovely young friend here, I can certainly object to their implication. None of us know each other, and we all know how unifying the lynching of the black sheep can be, but now hardly seems the time or the place. If it concerns you so, the I will go look into whatever he may be up to. But in turn I would hope that you help to stay the hands of the group from any hasty actions. That isn't to say that their speculations are baseless or without merit, I merely propose that our abilities have greater need in the area of supplying ourselves.""<br/><br/>[Skill Use: intelligence: 8, charisma: 3]"
8382,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=75,2014-12-03T14:01:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Blackdown Hills <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22661711#p22661711"">wrote</a>:</cite><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22660609#p22660609"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Snowstorm begins to let up while the sun begins to set. The Russian finds a grizzly sight in the abandoned house. 2 Dead men, one with a shotgun between his legs, covered in grey matter. The Pole remains hidden and so does the Russian, though any skilled hunter could find them.</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/>Matvei searched the cellar of the house more extensively once he had gotten himself comfortable. He looked all around, eventually coming to a different room. He opened the unlocked door, but immediately had to shield himself, as the stench of rotting flesh was strong. There were two dead men on the ground, one with a shotgun, which led Matvei to assume that the two had ended their own lives. He had seen plenty of death, and therefore was not phased by the sight. He decided it'd be valuable to look at the shotgun, so he picked it up, checking to see if it was functional. Then, he searched the room for ammunition, but avoided going upstairs.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Result</span>: The shotgun has no shells, but is functional. All it needs is a good cleaning.<br/><br/>William heard the girl talk about her suspicions but ignored it. Right now he was trying to remember something from a survival book he read. It came to him:<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Rule one of surviving nuclear winter, never split up</blockquote>he cursed to himself for a moment before the man named Daniel came over. ""I know what you mean, but I also know what the girl is thinking. The Russian might not be as loyal as the rest of us, especially considering that there are still hostile Russians roaming around"" He looked out the window, seeing the sun start to peak out from behind the tress ""It will be morning soon and the blizzard is over, tomorrow we can go look around town. There is a pickup around back and we have a few rifles and a shotgun. We need food and water, then we need to fortify this place. What do you think we should do?"""
8383,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=75,2014-12-03T14:06:00,New Jordslag,"Takihiro walked back over, sad that he couldn't find anything. He was a great shot and good at following orders, but apparently that wasn't the skill needed right now. He climbed back up, just in time to hear William say something about fortifying the place and getting Food and Water. He bowed graciously to William. ""If I may be so rude as to interrupt your conversation, leave the Fortifying to me. I'm a Former Soldier, and I know my way around guns. I can also build simple traps and organize a line of defense."" He stood up. ""What do you say? Want me to fortify this place?""<br/><br/>Charisma: 1"
8384,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=75,2014-12-03T14:07:00,The Blackdown Hills,"Matvei found no ammunition for the shotgun in the house, so he decided he'd leave. He held the weapon in a ready position, if only to give off the appearance of being well-armed. He still had his knife, should there be any sort of hostile presence. He put on his Russian military beret, venturing outside wearing now a full Spetsnaz urban combat uniform. He understood that he might be seen as a hostile by some, but he was arrogantly confident that he would be unharmed. He climbed out the cellar window, choosing to head back towards the location where the others were hiding. As he walked, he whistled traditional songs from the Komi Republic, which was now a nuclear wasteland."
8385,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=75,2014-12-03T14:08:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Jordslag <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22664007#p22664007"">wrote</a>:</cite>Takihiro walked back over, sad that he couldn't find anything. He was a great shot and good at following orders, but apparently that wasn't the skill needed right now. He climbed back up, just in time to hear William say something about fortifying the place and getting Food and Water. He bowed graciously to William. ""If I may be so rude as to interrupt your conversation, leave the Fortifying to me. I'm a Former Soldier, and I know my way around guns. I can also build simple traps and organize a line of defense."" He stood up. ""What do you say? Want me to fortify this place?""<br/><br/>Charisma: 1</div></blockquote><br/>""Sure, but before that, want to go exploring? We need a good shot"" William knew the man was Japanese, but didn't know his name ""I am William by the way"""
8386,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=75,2014-12-03T14:09:00,The Unites State-Of-Minds,"""I suppose we should focus on the issue of food and water first, and the plan of visiting the market seemed as good as any for that. I would do everything on foot for now and leave the truck for later. If it'll move at all then we want to save that for another time. And while it may not be the most productive action, we should find our wandering guest if we can. Tell the others its so we can keep an eye on him if you must, but I'd rather have another body around to help with things. And before things progress too far, we should probably do something in the way of organizing ourselves as a group."""
8387,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=75,2014-12-03T14:10:00,New Jordslag,"""Nice to meet you, William. My name is Takihiro Enomoto, but just call me Eno. It's my army nickname."" He took William's hand and shook it. ""As for your question, sure, give me a Rifle and I can take down a few attackers. Or, if we decide to go Hunting, a few animals. Where are the Rifles?"""
8388,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=75,2014-12-03T14:12:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Unites State-Of-Minds <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22664037#p22664037"">wrote</a>:</cite>I suppose we should focus on the issue of food and water first, and the plan of visiting the market seemed as good as any for that. I would do everything on foot for now and leave the truck for later. If it'll move at all then we want to save that for another time. And while it may not be the most productive action, we should find our wandering guest if we can. Tell the others its so we can keep an eye on him if you must, but I'd rather have another body around to help with things. And before things progress too far, we should probably do something in the way of organizing ourselves as a group.</div></blockquote><br/>""Alright, we will use the main entrance room where we first met for the Conference hall. Let's assemble everyone in a moment. What did you do before this?"" William asked the man, motioning to the world around him."
8389,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=75,2014-12-03T14:14:00,Saint Sauveux,"Cami looked at Edward briefly, acknowledging that she trusted him more than the other members of the group. She patted him on the shoulder in a friendly way, then went into the main entrance area where William proposed they meet. As she waited for the others, she went to get her soccer ball again, and juggled it."
8390,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=75,2014-12-03T14:15:00,The Unites State-Of-Minds,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>New Jordslag <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22664051#p22664051"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Nice to meet you, William. My name is Takihiro Enomoto, but just call me Eno. It's my army nickname."" He took William's hand and shook it. ""As for your question, sure, give me a Rifle and I can take down a few attackers. Or, if we decide to go Hunting, a few animals. Where are the Rifles?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22664066#p22664066"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Alright, we will use the main entrance room where we first met for the Conference hall. Let's assemble everyone in a moment. What did you do before this?"" William asked the man, motioning to the world around him.</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/>""Medical student. Go ahead and give Eno a rifle, no sense in holding off there. Though before we gather everyone, we should discuss what we plan to bring to the forefront of our collective issues. The last thing we want are for people to be drawing lines based on race or other petty issues."""
8391,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=75,2014-12-03T14:19:00,Australian Antarctica,"""Nice to meet you Eno, our rifles are under some floor boards upstairs. I'll show you. And Daniel, we should be concerned about food and water, I realize racism is still a problem, but after we run into bandits or something, we can see how loyal these people really are"" Will walked upstairs ""LISTEN UP!!"""
8392,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=75,2014-12-03T14:21:00,Capsland,"Edward smiled at Cami and looked at William. He thought the William was trying to assert his leadership over the group, he didn't object to this but he was ready if there were 'disagreements' within the group."
8393,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=75,2014-12-03T15:26:00,Australian Antarctica,"""Alright, now that everyone is listening, I have something to say"" he cleared his throat ""These past few months have been.... Interesting to say the least. Now we are here. Our first priority should be finding fresh food and water, we can't live on 7 MREs. Who wants to join me on going to the supermarket?"""
8394,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=75,2014-12-03T15:34:00,Capsland,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22664840#p22664840"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Alright, now that everyone is listening, I have something to say"" he cleared his throat ""These past few months have been.... Interesting to say the least. Now we are here. Our first priority should be finding fresh food and water, we can't live on 7 MREs. Who wants to join me on going to the supermarket?""</div></blockquote><br/>Edward put his hand up. ""I guess I can go, I'm so God damned bored here""."
8395,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=75,2014-12-03T15:43:00,The Unites State-Of-Minds,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22664840#p22664840"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Alright, now that everyone is listening, I have something to say"" he cleared his throat ""These past few months have been.... Interesting to say the least. Now we are here. Our first priority should be finding fresh food and water, we can't live on 7 MREs. Who wants to join me on going to the supermarket?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Daniel stood behind and to the right of Will. He figured there would be plenty of volunteers to pull supplies from the market, and he wasn't going to be carrying much with how fit he was, so he stuck with his previous resolution to find their wayward companion. The only detail he hadn't worked out who to bring with him, because to go alone was nothing short of idiocy.<br/><br/>""I suggest that those who can carry more take part in the expedition, as more supplies here would be of better value then out there."""
8396,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=75,2014-12-03T15:46:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Unites State-Of-Minds <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22665045#p22665045"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22664840#p22664840"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Alright, now that everyone is listening, I have something to say"" he cleared his throat ""These past few months have been.... Interesting to say the least. Now we are here. Our first priority should be finding fresh food and water, we can't live on 7 MREs. Who wants to join me on going to the supermarket?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Daniel stood behind and to the right of Will. He figured there would be plenty of volunteers to pull supplies from the market, and he wasn't going to be carrying much with how fit he was, so he stuck with his previous resolution to find their wayward companion. The only detail he hadn't worked out who to bring with him, because to go alone was nothing short of idiocy. <br/><br/>""I suggest that those who can carry more take part in the expedition, as more supplies here would be of better value then out there.""</div></blockquote><br/>""We also need people who can handle a gun. We have 3 rifles and a shotgun. Eno is already using a rifle"""
8397,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=100,2014-12-03T15:57:00,The Unites State-Of-Minds,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22665090#p22665090"">wrote</a>:</cite>""We also need people who can handle a gun. We have 3 rifles and a shotgun. Eno is already using a rifle""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""I am woefully unfamiliar with the use of firearms, but if anyone has any knives I would appreciate one."""
8398,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=100,2014-12-03T15:59:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Unites State-Of-Minds <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22665230#p22665230"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22665090#p22665090"">wrote</a>:</cite>""We also need people who can handle a gun. We have 3 rifles and a shotgun. Eno is already using a rifle""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""I am woefully unfamiliar with the use of firearms, but if anyone has any knives I would appreciate one.""</div></blockquote><br/>""We don't have any knives at the moment. You can look around if you want"""
8399,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=100,2014-12-03T16:02:00,Capsland,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22665254#p22665254"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Unites State-Of-Minds <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22665230#p22665230"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""I am woefully unfamiliar with the use of firearms, but if anyone has any knives I would appreciate one.""</div></blockquote><br/>""We don't have any knives at the moment. You can look around if you want""</div></blockquote><br/>""I'm also horrible with firearms, any melee weapons though and you've got your self a small soldier!"" Edward chuckled to himself with a smile on his face."
8400,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=100,2014-12-03T16:19:00,Righteous Swords,"Wojtek gritted his teeth as he watched the Russian man emerge from the house, appearing much better armed than him and in full Spetsnaz gear as well. He watched him come out of the house and let him walk off. Obviously the Russian didn't know where he was going. Wojtek slipped into the basement window after a short struggle to get his broad shoulders unstuck. He proceeded carefully and looked around, thankful to be out of the wind, at least. He first searched around the basement, staying alert and keeping on his toes.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Looting: +2</blockquote>"
8401,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=100,2014-12-03T16:28:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Righteous Swords <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22665495#p22665495"">wrote</a>:</cite>Wojtek gritted his teeth as he watched the Russian man emerge from the house, appearing much better armed than him and in full Spetsnaz gear as well. He watched him come out of the house and let him walk off. Obviously the Russian didn't know where he was going. Wojtek slipped into the basement window after a short struggle to get his broad shoulders unstuck. He proceeded carefully and looked around, thankful to be out of the wind, at least. He first searched around the basement, staying alert and keeping on his toes. <br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Looting: +2</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Result:</span>Wojtek finds 2 10 shell boxes of 12g shotgun shells"
8402,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=100,2014-12-03T16:33:00,Righteous Swords,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22665594#p22665594"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-style: italic"">Result:</span> Wojtek finds 2 10 shell boxes of 12g shotgun shells</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/>Wojtek sighs. Not much to work with, at least until he can find a shotgun. He decides to check upstairs, advancing even more cautiously. The Russian's presence had him on his guard, and so did the vague smell of rotting flesh. He was especially looking for anything that could be used as a weapon, along with food and drink.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Looting: 2<br/>Intelligence: 3<br/>Ingenuity: 2<br/>Vigilance: 3<br/>Stealth: 2</blockquote>"
8403,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=100,2014-12-03T16:37:00,New Jordslag,"<blockquote><div><cite>Righteous Swords <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22665654#p22665654"">wrote</a>:</cite><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22665594#p22665594"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-style: italic"">Result:</span> Wojtek finds 2 10 shell boxes of 12g shotgun shells</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/>Wojtek sighs. Not much to work with, at least until he can find a shotgun. He decides to check upstairs, advancing even more cautiously. The Russian's presence had him on his guard, and so did the vague smell of rotting flesh. He was especially looking for anything that could be used as a weapon, along with food and drink.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Looting: 2<br/>Intelligence: 3<br/>Ingenuity: 2<br/>Vigilance: 3<br/>Stealth: 2</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Results</span>He finds a bottle of Water, with no clue as to whether it is contaminated, and a slightly moldy Sandwich. Only slightly."
8404,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=100,2014-12-03T16:43:00,Masimino,"Marcus woke up to the sound of people talking, he couldn't help to think about the Russian, the plan and how cold it was. He gradually stood up, He went to Edward and asked ""What's happening?"""
8405,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=100,2014-12-03T16:50:00,Righteous Swords,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>New Jordslag <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22665697#p22665697"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-style: italic"">Results</span> He finds a bottle of Water, with no clue as to whether it is contaminated, and a slightly moldy Sandwich. Only slightly.</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/>Wojtek now grows impatient. Nothing of use to defend himself, and there were crazy Russians running around with shotguns. He resolved to eat the slightly moldy sandwich to tide himself over, pinching his nose to hide the taste and swallowing with some disgust. Quit grumpy by now he took one last look around the house before deciding his only option was to try to pick up the Russian's trail. He would exit the building the way he came in and begin to look around for more exact evidence of where the Russian had gone. All he had to go on was the direction he walked off in, so he hoped to find some footprints in the snow.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Looting: 2<br/>Vigilance: 3</blockquote>"
8406,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=100,2014-12-03T17:15:00,The Unites State-Of-Minds,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22665254#p22665254"">wrote</a>:</cite>""We don't have any knives at the moment. You can look around if you want""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""I suppose I'll take a gander, see if I can find anything below.""<br/><br/>Daniel separated himself from the group and made his way into the basement, clicking his flashlight on to avoid walking into anything. Looking around, he figured he might as well take the opportunity to look for a few other things whilst he was down there.<br/><br/>[looks for: winter clothing, knives(or any other weapons), books]<br/>[Skill: intelligence: 8, looting: 3, ingenuity: 5]"
8407,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=100,2014-12-03T17:18:00,New Jordslag,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Unites State-Of-Minds <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22666162#p22666162"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22665254#p22665254"">wrote</a>:</cite>""We don't have any knives at the moment. You can look around if you want""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""I suppose I'll take a gander, see if I can find anything below.""<br/><br/>Daniel separated himself from the group and made his way into the basement, clicking his flashlight on to avoid walking into anything. Looking around, he figured he might as well take the opportunity to look for a few other things whilst he was down there.<br/><br/>[looks for: winter clothing, knives(or any other weapons), books]<br/>[Skill: intelligence: 8, looting: 3, ingenuity: 5]</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Results</span>The Basement is pretty much empty. Apart from a few dirty rags and a dead Flashlight Battery, few things can now be found here. However, in the corner, Daniel finds a Journal. On the front of it is written<span style=""font-style: italic"">Russian Plans</span>..."
8408,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=100,2014-12-03T17:25:00,The Unites State-Of-Minds,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Jordslag <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22666193#p22666193"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-style: italic"">Results</span> The Basement is pretty much empty. Apart from a few dirty rags and a dead Flashlight Battery, few things can now be found here. However, in the corner, Daniel finds a Journal. On the front of it is written <span style=""font-style: italic"">Russian Plans</span>...</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Daniel looked at the title of the book he uncovered.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Russian Plans</span>....And in English no less. Daniel muttered something about faulty Intel before opening the text and reading the contents."
8409,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=100,2014-12-03T17:31:00,New Jordslag,"<span style=""font-style: italic"">Results</span>The book looks like it was written by a four year old with horrible hand-writing and drawn by a blind Two year old. These are the eligible words of the first page. (The lines stand for unintelligible words):<br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Russia ||| my ||| |||. ||| hope that ||| bear ||| ||| ||| ||| my teddy bear. Oh god, ||| they are ||| ||| |||! Quick, ||| ||| Goats! And ||| ||| Tinfoil Hats! The Aliens and Russians! ||| ||| here!</span><br/><br/>The rest of the page is blank. The next one is, for some reason, written in Cyrillic. The one after that is written in Arabic, and the one after that is written in Japanese. After that, the whole book is blank."
8410,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=100,2014-12-03T17:37:00,The Unites State-Of-Minds,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Jordslag <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22666384#p22666384"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-style: italic"">Results</span> The book looks like it was written by a four year old with horrible hand-writing and drawn by a blind Two year old. These are the eligible words of the first page. (The lines stand for unintelligible words):<br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Russia ||| my ||| |||. ||| hope that ||| bear ||| ||| ||| ||| my teddy bear. Oh god, ||| they are ||| ||| |||! Quick, ||| ||| Goats! And ||| ||| Tinfoil Hats! The Aliens and Russians! ||| ||| here!</span><br/><br/>The rest of the page is blank. The next one is, for some reason, written in Cyrillic. The one after that is written in Arabic, and the one after that is written in Japanese. After that, the whole book is blank.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Daniel stared at the first pages of the book, a blank look in his eyes. The phrase ""precious fluids"" crossed his mind, bringing a smile to his face. Carefully tearing the already written on pages from the journal, he folded them and placed the folded papers into his right shoe, along the left side of his foot.<br/><br/>""No use tossing any of this around until I have some bearing on the contents, of which the English leaves much to be desired. But a journal is always decent to have about.""<br/><br/>Taking the Journal, now devoid of content, Daniel returned upstairs to the group."
8411,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=100,2014-12-03T17:53:00,Australian Antarctica,"""We should be going soon. Right now it is me, Daniel, and Eno. Anyone else want to come?"""
8412,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=100,2014-12-03T18:08:00,Saint Morning,"She could never tell you exactly how long she had been walking along the road going to god knows where. Hell she couldn't even tell you what day it was today. She had only came to the US just a few months prior to the events that lead to the end of the world. She gripped her jacket tightly, the cold temperatures were rating on her nerves, it was almost as bloody cold as England! Dammit all this wasn't suppose to happen! She was suppose to snag that job offer, she should have been making ground breaking news reports, not wandering the wilderness, wondering how she would get her next meal.<br/><br/>So you can image how happy she was when found a nice little town literally in the middle of nowhere. She hugged herself tightly as she began to wonder the seemingly empty town. Maybe she should start looking for food or any items that could be of use? But she shook that thought away, clinging to the hope that people still inhabited this town and that she wasn't the last remaining human in the country.<br/><br/>She stopped in front of a large building she suppose was the town Hall, looking up she admired it for a bit before making her way towards the entrance."
8413,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=100,2014-12-03T18:11:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saint Morning <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22666969#p22666969"">wrote</a>:</cite>She could never tell you exactly how long she had been walking along the road going to god knows where. Hell she couldn't even tell you what day it was today. She had only came to the US just a few months prior to the events that lead to the end of the world. She gripped her jacket tightly, the cold temperatures were rating on her nerves, it was almost as bloody cold as England! Dammit all this wasn't suppose to happen! She was suppose to snag that job offer, she should have been making ground breaking news reports, not wandering the wilderness, wondering how she would get her next meal.<br/><br/> So you can image how happy she was when found a nice little town literally in the middle of nowhere. She hugged herself tightly as she began to wonder the seemingly empty town. Maybe she should start looking for food or any items that could be of use? But she shook that thought away, clinging to the hope that people still inhabited this town and that she wasn't the last remaining human in the country.<br/><br/>She stopped in front of a large building she suppose was the town Hall, looking up she admired it for a bit before making her way towards the entrance.</div></blockquote><br/>Will saw the woman outside, he reacted instinctively by running for the door and throwing it open. ""Why hello there!""<br/><br/>Charisma: 5"
8414,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=100,2014-12-03T18:20:00,Saint Morning,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22667048#p22667048"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Saint Morning <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22666969#p22666969"">wrote</a>:</cite>She could never tell you exactly how long she had been walking along the road going to god knows where. Hell she couldn't even tell you what day it was today. She had only came to the US just a few months prior to the events that lead to the end of the world. She gripped her jacket tightly, the cold temperatures were rating on her nerves, it was almost as bloody cold as England! Dammit all this wasn't suppose to happen! She was suppose to snag that job offer, she should have been making ground breaking news reports, not wandering the wilderness, wondering how she would get her next meal.<br/><br/> So you can image how happy she was when found a nice little town literally in the middle of nowhere. She hugged herself tightly as she began to wonder the seemingly empty town. Maybe she should start looking for food or any items that could be of use? But she shook that thought away, clinging to the hope that people still inhabited this town and that she wasn't the last remaining human in the country.<br/><br/>She stopped in front of a large building she suppose was the town Hall, looking up she admired it for a bit before making her way towards the entrance.</div></blockquote><br/>Will saw the woman outside, he reacted instinctively by running for the door and throwing it open.<br/><br/>Charisma: 5</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/>Hannah jumped back frightened by the sudden opening of the door. She stood there for a moment, her eyes widened, before she was able to recompose herself.<br/><br/>""Ello, well isn't this a pleasant surprise, i wasn't expecting anyone to be living here"" She said motioning with her hands to emphasis her meaning. ""Mind if I came in?"" she inquired, loosening her grip on her jacket."
8415,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=100,2014-12-03T18:23:00,New Jordslag,"Takihiro rushed up to the door and elbowed Will aside. ""Dammit, Will, stop being so trusting. Get back in there and I'LL see if this lady is who she says she is."" He kept his Rifle pointed at her. ""Sorry, but we can't just trust anybody. Russians and Chinese are after us. Mind if I ask you a few questions, lady?"""
8416,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=100,2014-12-03T18:27:00,Saint Sauveux,"Cami looked over toward the door, but she didn't want to be anywhere near it. She didn't trust the new arrival, no matter how trustworthy she looked. She heard an English accent, which she figured Edward would be happy about, but other than that there were no signs that would make her seem dangerous. She decided it'd be okay to approach, going to Will. ""Hey, I'll go with your group to the market. The more sets of eyes we have, the more vigilant we'll be."""
8417,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=100,2014-12-03T18:34:00,The Unites State-Of-Minds,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Jordslag <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22667269#p22667269"">wrote</a>:</cite>Takihiro rushed up to the door and elbowed Will aside. ""Dammit, Will, stop being so trusting. Get back in there and I'LL see if this lady is who she says she is."" He kept his Rifle pointed at her. ""Sorry, but we can't just trust anybody. Russians and Chinese are after us. Mind if I ask you a few questions, lady?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Jesus Eno, Its one thing to be careful about it and its another to scare someone shitless out of our own fear. Keep the questions short so that she can come in and won't become hostile regardless of her initial intent."""
8418,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=100,2014-12-03T18:48:00,Saint Morning,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Jordslag <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22667269#p22667269"">wrote</a>:</cite>Takihiro rushed up to the door and elbowed Will aside. ""Dammit, Will, stop being so trusting. Get back in there and I'LL see if this lady is who she says she is."" He kept his Rifle pointed at her. ""Sorry, but we can't just trust anybody. Russians and Chinese are after us. Mind if I ask you a few questions, lady?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Hannah tilted her head. ""No not at all, if it will make you feel better"" she simply said, glazing at the individuals who appeared seemingly out of nowhere. ""It's ok, I really don't mine"" she said her attention shifted from them back unto the man who seemed threatened by her presense looked the the man dead in the eye, her lips curled upwards into a smirk. ""Question away!"""
8419,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=100,2014-12-03T18:51:00,Saint Sauveux,"Cami just stood by, watching the events unfolding before her. She didn't know what was going to happen, but she was interested in finding out. She was starting to get very bored, so a little bit of excitement would be beneficial. She leaned against a wall, her arms crossed over her chest."
8420,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=100,2014-12-03T18:59:00,New Jordslag,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saint Morning <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22667665#p22667665"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Jordslag <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22667269#p22667269"">wrote</a>:</cite>Takihiro rushed up to the door and elbowed Will aside. ""Dammit, Will, stop being so trusting. Get back in there and I'LL see if this lady is who she says she is."" He kept his Rifle pointed at her. ""Sorry, but we can't just trust anybody. Russians and Chinese are after us. Mind if I ask you a few questions, lady?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Hannah tilted her head. ""No not at all, if it will make you feel better"" she simply said, glazing at the individuals who appeared seemingly out of nowhere. ""It's ok, I really don't mine"" she said her attention shifted from them back unto the man who seemed threatened by her presense looked the the man dead in the eye, her lips curled upwards into a smirk. ""Question away!""</div></blockquote><br/>""Shut up, Daniel, we can never take too many Precautions."" He aid, glaring at the man. He turned back toward her. ""Look, you don't want to freeze to death and I don't want to let the Russians in, so let's keep this short, alright?"" He said, looking her straight in the eye. ""Question one: What is your name and age?"""
8421,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=100,2014-12-03T19:05:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saint Sauveux <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22667336#p22667336"">wrote</a>:</cite>Cami looked over toward the door, but she didn't want to be anywhere near it. She didn't trust the new arrival, no matter how trustworthy she looked. She heard an English accent, which she figured Edward would be happy about, but other than that there were no signs that would make her seem dangerous. She decided it'd be okay to approach, going to Will. ""Hey, I'll go with your group to the market. The more sets of eyes we have, the more vigilant we'll be.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Good, that's 4, we should be able to leave in a few minutes. I don't think we've formally met yet, name's William"" he said holding out his hand"
8422,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=125,2014-12-03T19:07:00,The Unites State-Of-Minds,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>New Jordslag <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22667857#p22667857"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Shut up, Daniel, we can never take too many Precautions."" He aid, glaring at the man. He turned back toward her. ""Look, you don't want to freeze to death and I don't want to let the Russians in, so let's keep this short, alright?"" He said, looking her straight in the eye. ""Question one: What is your name and age?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Saint Sauveux <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22667720#p22667720"">wrote</a>:</cite>Cami just stood by, watching the events unfolding before her. She didn't know what was going to happen, but she was interested in finding out. She was starting to get very bored, so a little bit of excitement would be beneficial. She leaned against a wall, her arms crossed over her chest.</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/>Daniel stepped away from the door and Takihiro, no sense arguing with the man holding the gun. At least they were on the same side. Noticing the girl speaking with will, he vaguely recalled her saying something about joining their expedition. Not wanting to deal with the temptation of getting in Takihiro's way, he chose instead to interact with the two.<br/><br/>""So, your going to be joining us then? Hope you're good with the cold."""
8423,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=125,2014-12-03T19:08:00,Saint Sauveux,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22667975#p22667975"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Saint Sauveux <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22667336#p22667336"">wrote</a>:</cite>Cami looked over toward the door, but she didn't want to be anywhere near it. She didn't trust the new arrival, no matter how trustworthy she looked. She heard an English accent, which she figured Edward would be happy about, but other than that there were no signs that would make her seem dangerous. She decided it'd be okay to approach, going to Will. ""Hey, I'll go with your group to the market. The more sets of eyes we have, the more vigilant we'll be.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Good, that's 4, we should be able to leave in a few minutes. I don't think we've formally met yet, name's William"" he said holding out his hand</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Cami extended her hand, glad to be finally involved in something. ""I'm Camille Bissette, but people call me Cami. I'm looking forward to getting out of this one room."" She looked around, taking in the environment, realising that although the building was nice, she couldn't wait to leave.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>The Unites State-Of-Minds <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22668017#p22668017"">wrote</a>:</cite><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>New Jordslag <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22667857#p22667857"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Shut up, Daniel, we can never take too many Precautions."" He aid, glaring at the man. He turned back toward her. ""Look, you don't want to freeze to death and I don't want to let the Russians in, so let's keep this short, alright?"" He said, looking her straight in the eye. ""Question one: What is your name and age?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Saint Sauveux <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22667720#p22667720"">wrote</a>:</cite>Cami just stood by, watching the events unfolding before her. She didn't know what was going to happen, but she was interested in finding out. She was starting to get very bored, so a little bit of excitement would be beneficial. She leaned against a wall, her arms crossed over her chest.</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/>Daniel stepped away from the door and Takihiro, no sense arguing with the man holding the gun. At least they were on the same side. Noticing the girl speaking with will, he vaguely recalled her saying something about joining their expedition. Not wanting to deal with the temptation of getting in Takihiro's way, he chose instead to interact with the two.<br/><br/>""So, your going to be joining us then? Hope you're good with the cold.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Cami looked at the other guy, recognising him from earlier as a sneaky fellow. ""Yeah, I'll be coming along. I'm pretty good with the cold. I grew up with weather that makes this look like Florida."""
8424,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=125,2014-12-03T19:10:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saint Sauveux <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22668038#p22668038"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22667975#p22667975"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Good, that's 4, we should be able to leave in a few minutes. I don't think we've formally met yet, name's William"" he said holding out his hand</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Cami extended her hand, glad to be finally involved in something. ""I'm Camille Bissette, but people call me Cami. I'm looking forward to getting out of this one room."" She looked around, taking in the environment, realising that although the building was nice, she couldn't wait to leave.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>The Unites State-Of-Minds <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22668017#p22668017"">wrote</a>:</cite><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""></div></div></div><br/><br/>Daniel stepped away from the door and Takihiro, no sense arguing with the man holding the gun. At least they were on the same side. Noticing the girl speaking with will, he vaguely recalled her saying something about joining their expedition. Not wanting to deal with the temptation of getting in Takihiro's way, he chose instead to interact with the two.<br/><br/>""So, your going to be joining us then? Hope you're good with the cold.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Cami looked at the other guy, recognising him from earlier as a sneaky fellow. ""Yeah, I'll be coming along. I'm pretty good with the cold. I grew up with weather that makes this look like Florida.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Nice ta meet ya Cami. You want a rifle? We are bringing two on the trip"""
8425,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=125,2014-12-03T19:12:00,Saint Sauveux,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22668063#p22668063"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Saint Sauveux <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22668038#p22668038"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Cami extended her hand, glad to be finally involved in something. ""I'm Camille Bissette, but people call me Cami. I'm looking forward to getting out of this one room."" She looked around, taking in the environment, realising that although the building was nice, she couldn't wait to leave.<br/><br/><br/><br/>Cami looked at the other guy, recognising him from earlier as a sneaky fellow. ""Yeah, I'll be coming along. I'm pretty good with the cold. I grew up with weather that makes this look like Florida.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Nice ta meet ya Cami. You want a rifle? We are bringing two on the trip""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Cami smirked, not sure if he was serious or not. She realised that he was indeed serious, so she quickly shook her head. ""Oh, no, I doubt I'd be of any use with one of those. I haven't fired a rifle since I was a kid. It'd be better off in the hands of somebody more skilled."""
8426,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=125,2014-12-03T19:14:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saint Sauveux <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22668092#p22668092"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22668063#p22668063"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Nice ta meet ya Cami. You want a rifle? We are bringing two on the trip""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Cami smirked, not sure if he was serious or not. She realised that he was indeed serious, so she quickly shook her head. ""Oh, no, I doubt I'd be of any use with one of those. I haven't fired a rifle since I was a kid. It'd be better off in the hands of somebody more skilled.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Alright then. We should be going"" Will called to the Japanese man ""Quit harassing that poor girl and let's get a move on!"""
8427,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=125,2014-12-03T19:14:00,Saint Morning,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Jordslag <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22667857#p22667857"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Saint Morning <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22667665#p22667665"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Hannah tilted her head. ""No not at all, if it will make you feel better"" she simply said, glazing at the individuals who appeared seemingly out of nowhere. ""It's ok, I really don't mine"" she said her attention shifted from them back unto the man who seemed threatened by her presense looked the the man dead in the eye, her lips curled upwards into a smirk. ""Question away!""</div></blockquote><br/>""Shut up, Daniel, we can never take too many Precautions."" He aid, glaring at the man. He turned back toward her. ""Look, you don't want to freeze to death and I don't want to let the Russians in, so let's keep this short, alright?"" He said, looking her straight in the eye. ""Question one: What is your name and age?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Don't you know your not suppose to age a lady her age?"" She questioned, grin still on her face. ""jokes aside, I'm Hannah Elizabeth Lane, age 22, ex journalist from York"" She said, tuck a lock of blonde hair behind her left ear.<br/><br/>OOC: 5 Charisma"
8428,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=125,2014-12-03T19:15:00,The Unites State-Of-Minds,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saint Sauveux <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22668092#p22668092"">wrote</a>:</cite>Cami smirked, not sure if he was serious or not. She realised that he was indeed serious, so she quickly shook her head. ""Oh, no, I doubt I'd be of any use with one of those. I haven't fired a rifle since I was a kid. It'd be better off in the hands of somebody more skilled.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""It's better to have used a firearm once and have one then give it to someone who's never used one. So I would have you take one if no one else with experience is coming with us.""<br/><br/>[Skill: Charisma3, Intelligence 8]"
8429,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=125,2014-12-03T19:19:00,Saint Sauveux,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Unites State-Of-Minds <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22668135#p22668135"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Saint Sauveux <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22668092#p22668092"">wrote</a>:</cite>Cami smirked, not sure if he was serious or not. She realised that he was indeed serious, so she quickly shook her head. ""Oh, no, I doubt I'd be of any use with one of those. I haven't fired a rifle since I was a kid. It'd be better off in the hands of somebody more skilled.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""It's better to have used a firearm once and have one then give it to someone who's never used one. So I would have you take one if no one else with experience is coming with us.""<br/><br/>[Skill: Charisma3, Intelligence 8]</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Cami looked at Daniel, reluctantly agreeing. ""Well, if there is nobody else, I'll take one. I guess you made a good point."""
8430,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=125,2014-12-03T19:21:00,Australian Antarctica,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">The Journey, January 2nd 9:00 Am</span></span></span><br/>""Let's stop babbling and get a move on. We need to travel 2 miles to get to the supermarket, that is a 4 mile round trip. We need to go. We will bring two rifles and leave a rifle and a shotgun for defense"" William said to try and defuse the situation."
8431,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=125,2014-12-03T19:23:00,The Unites State-Of-Minds,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22668226#p22668226"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">The Journey, January 2nd 9:00 Am</span></span></span><br/>""Let's stop babbling and get a move on. We need to travel 2 miles to get to the supermarket, that is a 4 mile round trip. We need to go. We will bring two rifles and leave a rifle and a shotgun for defense"" William said to try and defuse the situation.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Alright then, I presume your familiar with the area or you have a map?"""
8432,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=125,2014-12-03T19:25:00,The Blackdown Hills,"Matvei saw the building that the group was staying in, which made him glad. He was hoping that the group had found supplies. If they hadn't, at least he now had a shotgun. He decided he would do things the simple way and approach the front door, assuming that enough people had seen him, and knew his face. As he approached, he kept the shotgun pointed down, however he was nervous about the commotion in the doorway."
8433,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=125,2014-12-03T19:25:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Unites State-Of-Minds <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22668260#p22668260"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22668226#p22668226"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">The Journey, January 2nd 9:00 Am</span></span></span><br/>""Let's stop babbling and get a move on. We need to travel 2 miles to get to the supermarket, that is a 4 mile round trip. We need to go. We will bring two rifles and leave a rifle and a shotgun for defense"" William said to try and defuse the situation.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Alright then, I presume your familiar with the area or you have a map?""</div></blockquote><br/>""I've one in my pocket. Now, you ready? I have 3 MREs, and M16, and a flare gun. Anything else?"""
8434,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=125,2014-12-03T19:27:00,Saint Sauveux,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22668290#p22668290"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Unites State-Of-Minds <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22668260#p22668260"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""Alright then, I presume your familiar with the area or you have a map?""</div></blockquote><br/>""I've one in my pocket. Now, you ready? I have 3 MREs, and M16, and a flare gun. Anything else?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Cami was prepared to leave, a rifle in her hands. She remembered the feeling of holding a rifle from when she used to hunt with her father. It was a comforting memory. As she prepared to go outside, she noticed that the Russian was returning, but he was wearing a Russian military uniform, and was armed. ""William, look, it's the Russian."""
8435,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=125,2014-12-03T19:28:00,New Jordslag,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saint Morning <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22668126#p22668126"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Jordslag <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22667857#p22667857"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Shut up, Daniel, we can never take too many Precautions."" He aid, glaring at the man. He turned back toward her. ""Look, you don't want to freeze to death and I don't want to let the Russians in, so let's keep this short, alright?"" He said, looking her straight in the eye. ""Question one: What is your name and age?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Don't you know your not suppose to age a lady her age?"" She questioned, grin still on her face. ""jokes aside, I'm Hannah Elizabeth Lane, age 22, ex journalist from York"" She said, tuck a lock of blonde hair behind her left ear.<br/><br/>OOC: 5 Charisma</div></blockquote><br/>Takihiro shrugged and lowered the rifle a fraction of an inch. ""Fair enough. You certainly aren't a liar, I'll give you that; you LOOK 22. Now, let's get a Move-On. Stay in the base and wait for us. And don't try to steal, or I'll come back and shoot you. Got it? Good."" Venom flashed in his eyes. He hopped into the Bed of the Truck, Rifle at the ready. ""And try not to die."" He said, finally."
8436,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=125,2014-12-03T19:29:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saint Sauveux <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22668308#p22668308"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22668290#p22668290"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I've one in my pocket. Now, you ready? I have 3 MREs, and M16, and a flare gun. Anything else?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Cami was prepared to leave, a rifle in her hands. She remembered the feeling of holding a rifle from when she used to hunt with her father. It was a comforting memory. As she prepared to go outside, she noticed that the Russian was returning, but he was wearing a Russian military uniform, and was armed. ""William, look, it's the Russian.""</div></blockquote><br/>""HEY! RUSKY!! GET OVER HERE!!! NOW!!!"""
8437,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=125,2014-12-03T19:32:00,The Blackdown Hills,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22668338#p22668338"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Saint Sauveux <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22668308#p22668308"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Cami was prepared to leave, a rifle in her hands. She remembered the feeling of holding a rifle from when she used to hunt with her father. It was a comforting memory. As she prepared to go outside, she noticed that the Russian was returning, but he was wearing a Russian military uniform, and was armed. ""William, look, it's the Russian.""</div></blockquote><br/>""HEY! RUSKY!! GET OVER HERE!!! NOW!!!""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Matvei spat on the ground, despising the way that Americans reacted to the superior Russian people. ""I have a name, American. You would do well to learn it."" His temper was very bad, as he was quite stressed about the situation. He had hoped to find a comrade amongst the wilderness, however he had found nothing of value. He got closer to the group, noticing that there was a new face amongst them. An attractive young blonde stood in the door way, and it was clear that she was not a part of the original group. ""Who is this?"""
8438,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=125,2014-12-03T19:33:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Blackdown Hills <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22668368#p22668368"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22668338#p22668338"">wrote</a>:</cite>""HEY! RUSKY!! GET OVER HERE!!! NOW!!!""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Matvei spat on the ground, despising the way that Americans reacted to the superior Russian people. ""I have a name, American. You would do well to learn it."" His temper was very bad, as he was quite stressed about the situation. He had hoped to find a comrade amongst the wilderness, however he had found nothing of value. He got closer to the group, noticing that there was a new face amongst them. An attractive young blonde stood in the door way, and it was clear that she was not a part of the original group. ""Who is this?""</div></blockquote><br/>""I believe her name is Hannah, we were just about to go and find you, then raid the supermarket. Want to come, Matvei?"""
8439,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=125,2014-12-03T19:34:00,The Blackdown Hills,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22668382#p22668382"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Blackdown Hills <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22668368#p22668368"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Matvei spat on the ground, despising the way that Americans reacted to the superior Russian people. ""I have a name, American. You would do well to learn it."" His temper was very bad, as he was quite stressed about the situation. He had hoped to find a comrade amongst the wilderness, however he had found nothing of value. He got closer to the group, noticing that there was a new face amongst them. An attractive young blonde stood in the door way, and it was clear that she was not a part of the original group. ""Who is this?""</div></blockquote><br/>""I believe her name is Hannah, we were just about to go and find you, then raid the supermarket. Want to come, Matvei?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Matvei looked at the weapons wielded by the members of the raider group. He smirked, realizing that the building would be relatively defenseless without the shooters. ""I will come along. I believe I passed the supermarket along my way."""
8440,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=125,2014-12-03T19:36:00,Righteous Swords,"((Making the assumption the snow wasn't too heavy for Wojtek to lose Matvei's trail and also didn't find anything else in the house.))<br/><br/>Wojtek grumbled as he walked along. He was cold, feeling a bit sick after that old sandwich, and following the half-visible tracks of an armed, likely hostile Russian Spetsnaz operative while he himself was empty handed. He had at least found his surroundings to his liking- the town he had stumbled into during the snowstorm was full of opportunity. He was sure to find something of use around. But for now he needed to make sure the Russian wasn't going to be a threat in future, and if he had any friends. He was so busy concentrating on following the footprints in the snow that when he looked up he was almost in full view of a small crowd of people standing in front of a large official looking building. They had a truck, and guns. Swearing under his breath he dashed for cover, desperately trying not to be seen and potentially machine-gunned. Cursing himself for his stupidity, he looked out from his hiding place, to see if he had been noticed. These people didn't look like Russians..."
8441,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=125,2014-12-03T19:37:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Blackdown Hills <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22668409#p22668409"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22668382#p22668382"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I believe her name is Hannah, we were just about to go and find you, then raid the supermarket. Want to come, Matvei?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Matvei looked at the weapons wielded by the members of the raider group. He smirked, realizing that the building would be relatively defenseless without the shooters. ""I will come along. I believe I passed the supermarket along my way.""</div></blockquote><br/>""I know what you are thinking, and no, you cannot take all of the Vodka, I want some too. You want in?"""
8442,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=125,2014-12-03T19:40:00,Saint Morning,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Jordslag <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22668322#p22668322"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Saint Morning <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22668126#p22668126"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""Don't you know your not suppose to age a lady her age?"" She questioned, grin still on her face. ""jokes aside, I'm Hannah Elizabeth Lane, age 22, ex journalist from York"" She said, tuck a lock of blonde hair behind her left ear.<br/><br/>OOC: 5 Charisma</div></blockquote><br/>Takihiro shrugged and lowered the rifle a fraction of an inch. ""Fair enough. You certainly aren't a liar, I'll give you that; you LOOK 22. Now, let's get a Move-On. Stay in the base and wait for us. And don't try to steal, or I'll come back and shoot you. Got it? Good."" Venom flashed in his eyes. He hopped into the Bed of the Truck, Rifle at the ready. ""And try not to die."" He said, finally.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Hannah, raised her eyebrow at the male, the amount of testosterone in this one was strong wasn't it? ""Whatever"" She said watching as the male hopped into the truck. Turning she muttered softly ""Asshole"""
8443,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=125,2014-12-03T19:41:00,The Blackdown Hills,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22668443#p22668443"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Blackdown Hills <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22668409#p22668409"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Matvei looked at the weapons wielded by the members of the raider group. He smirked, realizing that the building would be relatively defenseless without the shooters. ""I will come along. I believe I passed the supermarket along my way.""</div></blockquote><br/>""I know what you are thinking, and no, you cannot take all of the Vodka, I want some too. You want in?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Matvei grinned. ""You know of some stereotypes of my people, then. Luckily for you, this stereotype is true. I will not take all of the vodka that we find, if indeed we find vodka."" He secretly hoped they would find a Russian Army unit."
8444,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=125,2014-12-03T19:42:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saint Morning <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22668488#p22668488"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Jordslag <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22668322#p22668322"">wrote</a>:</cite>Takihiro shrugged and lowered the rifle a fraction of an inch. ""Fair enough. You certainly aren't a liar, I'll give you that; you LOOK 22. Now, let's get a Move-On. Stay in the base and wait for us. And don't try to steal, or I'll come back and shoot you. Got it? Good."" Venom flashed in his eyes. He hopped into the Bed of the Truck, Rifle at the ready. ""And try not to die."" He said, finally.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Hannah, raised her eyebrow at the male, the amount of testosterone in this one was strong wasn't it? ""Whatever"" She said watching as the male hopped into the truck. Turning she muttered softly ""Asshole""</div></blockquote><br/>William herd her comment ""Yes he is. Nice to meet you, name's Will, I'm kind of the leader. Stick with me if you want what is good for ya"" Will then called to Takihiro "" We are going on foot!"""
8445,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=125,2014-12-03T19:43:00,Suurta-Osavaltio,"Joni Virtanen moved through the snow with ease, his Finnish background helping him greatly in this regard. The town seemed relatively straight-forward, but what Joni noticed most of all was that it seemed empty. He hoped that he would find some sort of police station, if only to find a radio that he could use. He had searched for a very long time, and was nearly out of food. Without the snow to use for water, he would have been dead days before. He finally happened upon a building that looked to be a supermarket. The lights were out, but the door was open. Drawing his service pistol from his waist-holster, Joni entered the building. He was cautious, as to not disturb anything or anyone that might be inside. He searched the aisles for anything he might be able to use."
8446,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=125,2014-12-03T19:45:00,The Unites State-Of-Minds,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22668521#p22668521"">wrote</a>:</cite>William herd her comment ""Yes he is. Nice to meet you, name's Will, I'm kind of the leader. Stick with me if you want what is good for ya"" Will then called to Takihiro "" We are going on foot!""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Well, lets not waste any more time here then, shall we? Point the way."""
8447,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=150,2014-12-03T19:46:00,New Jordslag,"Takihiro sighed. ""Wish you had told me that. I'm coming. Just keep an eye on the Russian. You can trust nobody in this wasteland, and that goes for me too."" With that, he hopped off the Truck bed and ran over to Will. While walking with them, he loaded his Rifle. ""Tricked you, lady! Wasn't even loaded."" Then he winked at her and turned his head back around."
8448,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=150,2014-12-03T19:47:00,Saint Morning,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22668521#p22668521"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Saint Morning <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22668488#p22668488"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Hannah, raised her eyebrow at the male, the amount of testosterone in this one was strong wasn't it? ""Whatever"" She said watching as the male hopped into the truck. Turning she muttered softly ""Asshole""</div></blockquote><br/>William herd her comment ""Yes he is. Nice to meet you, name's Will, I'm kind of the leader. Stick with me if you want what is good for ya"" Will then called to Takihiro "" We are going on foot!""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Hannah looked at Will from the corner of her eyes, she simply huffed and crossed her arms, but did what the man suggested. She cast a curious look at the hostile male wondering what he found dangerous about her."
8449,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=150,2014-12-03T19:48:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Suurta-Osavaltio <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22668528#p22668528"">wrote</a>:</cite>Joni Virtanen moved through the snow with ease, his Finnish background helping him greatly in this regard. The town seemed relatively straight-forward, but what Joni noticed most of all was that it seemed empty. He hoped that he would find some sort of police station, if only to find a radio that he could use. He had searched for a very long time, and was nearly out of food. Without the snow to use for water, he would have been dead days before. He finally happened upon a building that looked to be a supermarket. The lights were out, but the door was open. Drawing his service pistol from his waist-holster, Joni entered the building. He was cautious, as to not disturb anything or anyone that might be inside. He searched the aisles for anything he might be able to use.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Result:</span>The shelves are mostly empty, sans some things in the Liquor department and some stuff in way back.<br/><br/>""Let's get a move on then!"" William and the group began traveling up the road, past the hastily built sand bag barriers and then turned onto the main road leading to the supermarket. He stayed in back and whispered to Hannah ""Just go with it"""
8450,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=150,2014-12-03T19:49:00,Saint Sauveux,"Cami wasn't very comfortable with the idea of the Russian coming along with them, so she decided to stay behind. She handed her rifle to Daniel, ""Hey, sorry, I'd rather not be too close to that Russian for a while. I'll stay behind and make sure everything goes okay here."""
8451,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=150,2014-12-03T19:51:00,New Hunteria,"Janet was sitting down at the end of a aisle in the supermarket, She Had been Drowsy out from blood loss, there was a blood soaked bandage on her left arm. she was barely awake on the verge of passing out, she thought she saw figures walk into the store, and said to herself ""....Oh God..."""
8452,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=150,2014-12-03T19:52:00,The Blackdown Hills,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22668585#p22668585"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Suurta-Osavaltio <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22668528#p22668528"">wrote</a>:</cite>Joni Virtanen moved through the snow with ease, his Finnish background helping him greatly in this regard. The town seemed relatively straight-forward, but what Joni noticed most of all was that it seemed empty. He hoped that he would find some sort of police station, if only to find a radio that he could use. He had searched for a very long time, and was nearly out of food. Without the snow to use for water, he would have been dead days before. He finally happened upon a building that looked to be a supermarket. The lights were out, but the door was open. Drawing his service pistol from his waist-holster, Joni entered the building. He was cautious, as to not disturb anything or anyone that might be inside. He searched the aisles for anything he might be able to use.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Result:</span> The shelves are mostly empty, sans some things in the Liquor department and some stuff in way back.<br/><br/>""Let's get a move on then!"" William and the group began traveling up the road, past the hastily built sand bag barriers and then turned onto the main road leading to the supermarket. He stayed in back and whispered to Hannah ""Just go with it""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Matvei took a position in the front, next to William. He felt that William seemed to be something of a leader. Matvei, of course, would never be commanded by an American. He decided to make smalltalk. ""So, American, what is your profession?"""
8453,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=150,2014-12-03T19:54:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Blackdown Hills <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22668651#p22668651"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22668585#p22668585"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-style: italic"">Result:</span> The shelves are mostly empty, sans some things in the Liquor department and some stuff in way back.<br/><br/>""Let's get a move on then!"" William and the group began traveling up the road, past the hastily built sand bag barriers and then turned onto the main road leading to the supermarket. He stayed in back and whispered to Hannah ""Just go with it""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Matvei took a position in the front, next to William. He felt that William seemed to be something of a leader. Matvei, of course, would never be commanded by an American. He decided to make smalltalk. ""So, American, what is your profession?""</div></blockquote><br/>""Historian, specifically on the Eastern Front of WW2"""
8454,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=150,2014-12-03T19:56:00,The Blackdown Hills,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22668670#p22668670"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Blackdown Hills <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22668651#p22668651"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Matvei took a position in the front, next to William. He felt that William seemed to be something of a leader. Matvei, of course, would never be commanded by an American. He decided to make smalltalk. ""So, American, what is your profession?""</div></blockquote><br/>""Historian, specifically on the Eastern Front of WW2""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Matvei smirked. ""And what do the Americans know about the Great Patriotic War? Certainly not the truth. Your Capitalism made sure that the true history was erased."" Matvei didn't really care about the topic, nor did he know much about it. He just wanted to make trouble."
8455,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=150,2014-12-03T19:57:00,The Unites State-Of-Minds,"With most everyone else seeming to keep their distance from the man, Daniel chose to walk beside Matvei and Will. Trying to speak relatively softly, he didn't mind if will heard him speak, but did try to prevent the others from picking up on his contact.<br/><br/>""While it may not mean much, I do apologize for the rough time our companions are going to give you. If things get out of hand, please do try to refrain from giving them reason to act rashly.""<br/><br/>[skill: Stealth 4]"
8456,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=150,2014-12-03T19:57:00,Suurta-Osavaltio,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Hunteria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22668633#p22668633"">wrote</a>:</cite>Janet was sitting down at the end of a aisle in the supermarket, She Had been Drowsy out from blood loss, there was a blood soaked bandage on her left arm. she was barely awake on the verge of passing out, she thought she saw figures walk into the store, and said to herself ""....Oh God...""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Joni continued down the aisles, still cautious, his handgun held ready. As he turned down an aisle, he found that there were many alcoholic beverages still on the shelves. He took a bottle of vodka and put it into his duffle bag. He heard something quiet from the end of the aisle, so he turned quickly to look. He saw a figure, although it was dark, so he couldn't make it out. He approached with caution, realising it was a female soldier. She appeared to be wounded, and unarmed, so he put his hands up in a non-threatening position. ""Hey, I won't hurt you. What unit are you from?"""
8457,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=150,2014-12-03T19:57:00,Australian Antarctica,"<img alt="":lol:"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_laugh.gif"" title=""LOL""/><blockquote><div><cite>The Blackdown Hills <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22668696#p22668696"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22668670#p22668670"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Historian, specifically on the Eastern Front of WW2""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Matvei smirked. ""And what do the Americans know about the Great Patriotic War? Certainly not the truth. Your Capitalism made sure that the true history was erased."" Matvei didn't really care about the topic, nor did he know much about it. He just wanted to make trouble.</div></blockquote><br/>""Ask me anything, 'comrade'"""
8458,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=150,2014-12-03T19:58:00,Righteous Swords,"Wojtek waited until the group had set out towards its unknown destination and purpose, taking with then the Russian and several guns. He decided to take a look at the building they had been gathered around- perhaps they had food, or a weapon he could use? He didn't like to steal, but they seemed to have enough to go around. He wasn't too sure if they had left someone behind, but he decided to cross that bridge when when he reached it. He set out at a crouch keeping his eyes peeled for sentries, moving between sandbag defences and other things suitable for hiding his approach.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Stealth: 2<br/>Vigilance: 3</blockquote>"
8459,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=150,2014-12-03T19:59:00,The Blackdown Hills,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Unites State-Of-Minds <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22668717#p22668717"">wrote</a>:</cite>With most everyone else seeming to keep their distance from the man, Daniel chose to walk beside Matvei and Will. Trying to speak relatively softly, he didn't mind if will heard him speak, but did try to prevent the others from picking up on his contact. <br/><br/>""While it may not mean much, I do apologize for the rough time our companions are going to give you. If things get out of hand, please do try to refrain from giving them reason to act rashly.""<br/><br/>[skill: Stealth 4]</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Matvei looked at the other American, a mean look on his face. ""Your companions will come to realize who is fit to lead them. If things do get out of hand, it is me who must refrain from rash actions."" He muttered something in Russian before pushing forward to walk in front of the others, wanting to avoid the Americans for a moment."
8460,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=150,2014-12-03T20:01:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Righteous Swords <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22668744#p22668744"">wrote</a>:</cite>Wojtek waited until the group had set out towards its unknown destination and purpose, taking with then the Russian and several guns. He decided to take a look at the building they had been gathered around- perhaps they had food, or a weapon he could use? He didn't like to steal, but they seemed to have enough to go around. He wasn't too sure if they had left someone behind, but he decided to cross that bridge when when he reached it. He set out at a crouch keeping his eyes peeled for sentries, moving between sandbag defences and other things suitable for hiding his approach.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Stealth: 2<br/>Vigilance: 3</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Result:</span>The Pole fails to notice a large twig, he steps on it producing a loud crack. The fox that had passed through earlier hears this and begins charging at the man..."
8461,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=150,2014-12-03T20:01:00,New Hunteria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Suurta-Osavaltio <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22668724#p22668724"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Hunteria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22668633#p22668633"">wrote</a>:</cite>Janet was sitting down at the end of a aisle in the supermarket, She Had been Drowsy out from blood loss, there was a blood soaked bandage on her left arm. she was barely awake on the verge of passing out, she thought she saw figures walk into the store, and said to herself ""....Oh God...""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Joni continued down the aisles, still cautious, his handgun held ready. As he turned down an aisle, he found that there were many alcoholic beverages still on the shelves. He took a bottle of vodka and put it into his duffle bag. He heard something quiet from the end of the aisle, so he turned quickly to look. He saw a figure, although it was dark, so he couldn't make it out. He approached with caution, realising it was a female soldier. She appeared to be wounded, and unarmed, so he put his hands up in a non-threatening position. ""Hey, I won't hurt you. What unit are you from?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Janet laughed "" Who said i was a soldier?"" Her head swayed from exhaustion and Low blood. ""Thats a thick accent friend, you from europe?"""
8462,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=150,2014-12-03T20:03:00,Saint Sauveux,"<blockquote><div><cite>Righteous Swords <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22668744#p22668744"">wrote</a>:</cite>Wojtek waited until the group had set out towards its unknown destination and purpose, taking with then the Russian and several guns. He decided to take a look at the building they had been gathered around- perhaps they had food, or a weapon he could use? He didn't like to steal, but they seemed to have enough to go around. He wasn't too sure if they had left someone behind, but he decided to cross that bridge when when he reached it. He set out at a crouch keeping his eyes peeled for sentries, moving between sandbag defences and other things suitable for hiding his approach.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Stealth: 2<br/>Vigilance: 3</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/>Cami leaned against the wall, looking at the other people in the building. They were relatively inactive, which was okay with her. She looked at the shotgun that William had left behind for the defense of the building, so she went to pick it up. It wasn't as comfortable to hold as the rifles, but it was okay. She was nineteen years old, and a rising star in college soccer. She had never expected to be in a situation where she'd be defending turf with a shotgun."
8463,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=150,2014-12-03T20:03:00,Saint Morning,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Jordslag <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22668558#p22668558"">wrote</a>:</cite>Takihiro sighed. ""Wish you had told me that. I'm coming. Just keep an eye on the Russian. You can trust nobody in this wasteland, and that goes for me too."" With that, he hopped off the Truck bed and ran over to Will. While walking with them, he loaded his Rifle. ""Tricked you, lady! Wasn't even loaded."" Then he winked at her and turned his head back around.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Hannah's eyes twitched slightly but she held her tongue. She didn't want to cause any trouble and as much as she would like to tell the man off, the consequence of doing so could be dire. So she simple said, ""How cute"" and began to follow the others on this expedition of theirs.<br/><br/>She noticed that the Will was conversing with some guy which left her with only a select few to talk too. Reluctantly she attempted to make conversation with Takihiro. ""Seeing as you've questioned me, it's only fair that I ask you a couple of question don't you think?"""
8464,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=150,2014-12-03T20:07:00,Righteous Swords,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22668783#p22668783"">wrote</a>:</cite><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Righteous Swords <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22668744#p22668744"">wrote</a>:</cite>Wojtek waited until the group had set out towards its unknown destination and purpose, taking with then the Russian and several guns. He decided to take a look at the building they had been gathered around- perhaps they had food, or a weapon he could use? He didn't like to steal, but they seemed to have enough to go around. He wasn't too sure if they had left someone behind, but he decided to cross that bridge when when he reached it. He set out at a crouch keeping his eyes peeled for sentries, moving between sandbag defences and other things suitable for hiding his approach.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Stealth: 2<br/>Vigilance: 3</blockquote></div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Result:</span> The Pole fails to notice a large twig, he steps on it producing a loud crack. The fox that had passed through earlier hears this and begins charging at the man...</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Kurwa!""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Wojtek begins to move away from the fox, looking around for a branch or something else he could use as a weapon.</span><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Ingenuity: 2<br/>Looting: 2</blockquote>"
8465,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=150,2014-12-03T20:08:00,Suurta-Osavaltio,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Hunteria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22668785#p22668785"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Suurta-Osavaltio <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22668724#p22668724"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Joni continued down the aisles, still cautious, his handgun held ready. As he turned down an aisle, he found that there were many alcoholic beverages still on the shelves. He took a bottle of vodka and put it into his duffle bag. He heard something quiet from the end of the aisle, so he turned quickly to look. He saw a figure, although it was dark, so he couldn't make it out. He approached with caution, realising it was a female soldier. She appeared to be wounded, and unarmed, so he put his hands up in a non-threatening position. ""Hey, I won't hurt you. What unit are you from?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Janet laughed "" Who said i was a soldier?"" Her head swayed from exhaustion and Low blood. ""Thats a thick accent friend, you from europe?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Joni smiled, quickly assessing the woman to be friendly. She was clearly wounded badly, though. He knew some field first aid, but he didn't have any supplies. He decided that smalltalk would be of value. ""Yes, I am from Finland. A beautiful city called Vantaa. I long to see my city again. And you? Where are you from?"" As he spoke, he gently moved to help clean her wound with the alcohol in his bag. ""If you'll allow me to help, it'll hurt, but the wound will be clean.""<br/><br/>OOC: My apologies, I didn't read your updated application."
8466,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=150,2014-12-03T20:09:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Righteous Swords <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22668860#p22668860"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22668783#p22668783"">wrote</a>:</cite><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""></div></div></div><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Result:</span> The Pole fails to notice a large twig, he steps on it producing a loud crack. The fox that had passed through earlier hears this and begins charging at the man...</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Kurwa!"" <span style=""font-style: italic"">Wojtek begins to move away from the fox, looking around for a branch or something else he could use as a weapon.</span><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Ingenuity: 2<br/>Looting: 2</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Results</span>:A sharp rock is laying on the ground"
8467,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=150,2014-12-03T20:11:00,The Unites State-Of-Minds,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Blackdown Hills <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22668752#p22668752"">wrote</a>:</cite>Matvei looked at the other American, a mean look on his face. ""Your companions will come to realize who is fit to lead them. If things do get out of hand, it is me who must refrain from rash actions."" He muttered something in Russian before pushing forward to walk in front of the others, wanting to avoid the Americans for a moment.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Daniel turned to Will, a somewhat disappointed look on his face.<br/><br/>""At least he's energetic."""
8468,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=150,2014-12-03T20:13:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Unites State-Of-Minds <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22668928#p22668928"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Blackdown Hills <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22668752#p22668752"">wrote</a>:</cite>Matvei looked at the other American, a mean look on his face. ""Your companions will come to realize who is fit to lead them. If things do get out of hand, it is me who must refrain from rash actions."" He muttered something in Russian before pushing forward to walk in front of the others, wanting to avoid the Americans for a moment.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Daniel turned to Will, a somewhat disappointed look on his face. <br/><br/>""At least he's energetic.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Strong like bull, I guess. Hey Hannah, wanna talk?"""
8469,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=150,2014-12-03T20:13:00,New Hunteria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Suurta-Osavaltio <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22668882#p22668882"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Hunteria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22668785#p22668785"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Janet laughed "" Who said i was a soldier?"" Her head swayed from exhaustion and Low blood. ""Thats a thick accent friend, you from europe?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Joni smiled, quickly assessing the woman to be friendly. She was clearly wounded badly, though. He knew some field first aid, but he didn't have any supplies. He decided that smalltalk would be of value. ""Yes, I am from Finland. A beautiful city called Vantaa. I long to see my city again. And you? Where are you from?"" As he spoke, he gently moved to help clean her wound with the alcohol in his bag. ""If you'll allow me to help, it'll hurt, but the wound will be clean.""<br/><br/>OOC: My apologies, I didn't read your updated application.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>"" I'm from upper Canada, nice little town near the uh..... Alaska-Canadian border, and that'd be great if you could help me."" She sighed ""Those Russians spetnaz are good shots."" she points at her arm."
8470,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=150,2014-12-03T20:15:00,Righteous Swords,"""Get away!"" Wojtek picks up the rock, bringing himself up to his full high and yelling at the fox. He swings at the fox, trying to intimidate it or hit it away if it gets too close.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Melee: 5<br/>Strength: 6</blockquote>"
8471,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=150,2014-12-03T20:18:00,Suurta-Osavaltio,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Hunteria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22668956#p22668956"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Suurta-Osavaltio <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22668882#p22668882"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Joni smiled, quickly assessing the woman to be friendly. She was clearly wounded badly, though. He knew some field first aid, but he didn't have any supplies. He decided that smalltalk would be of value. ""Yes, I am from Finland. A beautiful city called Vantaa. I long to see my city again. And you? Where are you from?"" As he spoke, he gently moved to help clean her wound with the alcohol in his bag. ""If you'll allow me to help, it'll hurt, but the wound will be clean.""<br/><br/>OOC: My apologies, I didn't read your updated application.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>"" I'm from upper Canada nice little town near the uh..... Alaska-Canada border, and that'd be great if you could help me."" She sighed ""Those Russians spetnaz are good shots."" she points at her arm.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Joni continued to perform first-aid on Janet's wounded arm, using whatever he could. He tore the sleeve from his undershirt, then tearing that to make a good bandage. As he applied the bandages, he talked with Janet. ""My name is Joni Virtanen, and I was with the national police back in Finland. Luckily, my job brought me to Canada once or twice. Beautiful country. Unfortunately for us both, the Russians are very good at war."" He laughed, knowing that her situation was bad at the moment. ""Hey, this is going to be a nasty recovery. You'll have to rest. I have a weapon, so I suggest we stick together.""<br/><br/>Intelligence: 3<br/>Ingenuity: 3"
8472,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=175,2014-12-03T20:20:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Righteous Swords <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22668992#p22668992"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Get away!"" Wojtek picks up the rock, bringing himself up to his full high and yelling at the fox. He swings at the fox, trying to intimidate it or hit it away if it gets too close.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Melee: 5<br/>Strength: 6</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/>Result: The rock hits the fox in the head, killing it."
8473,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=175,2014-12-03T20:26:00,New Hunteria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Suurta-Osavaltio <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22669014#p22669014"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Hunteria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22668956#p22668956"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>"" I'm from upper Canada nice little town near the uh..... Alaska-Canada border, and that'd be great if you could help me."" She sighed ""Those Russians spetnaz are good shots."" she points at her arm.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Joni continued to perform first-aid on Janet's wounded arm, using whatever he could. He tore the sleeve from his undershirt, then tearing that to make a good bandage. As he applied the bandages, he talked with Janet. ""My name is Joni Virtanen, and I was with the national police back in Finland. Luckily, my job brought me to Canada once or twice. Beautiful country. Unfortunately for us both, the Russians are very good at war."" He laughed, knowing that her situation was bad at the moment. ""Hey, this is going to be a nasty recovery. You'll have to rest. I have a weapon, so I suggest we stick together.""<br/><br/>Intelligence: 3<br/>Ingenuity: 3</div></blockquote><br/>""I have a gun in my bag, its a pistol with only one mag, We should stick together considering your the first survivor I've met that didn't say hi by shooting at me.""<br/>Janet tells the finn ""Weather is like this in Canada alot, Thats probably why the rest of the world thinks we all live in igloos"""
8474,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=175,2014-12-03T20:27:00,Saint Morning,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22668944#p22668944"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Unites State-Of-Minds <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22668928#p22668928"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Daniel turned to Will, a somewhat disappointed look on his face. <br/><br/>""At least he's energetic.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Strong like bull, I guess. Hey Hannah, wanna talk?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Hannah looked curiously up at Will, he was the first person to talk to her in a while, which she was relieved as she was getting a bit bored. She nodded at him saying ""Sure, what do you want to talk about?"" she was iching for new information and Will seemed to be the one running this operation. Which was admirable."
8475,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=175,2014-12-03T20:27:00,Righteous Swords,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22669031#p22669031"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Righteous Swords <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22668992#p22668992"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Get away!"" Wojtek picks up the rock, bringing himself up to his full high and yelling at the fox. He swings at the fox, trying to intimidate it or hit it away if it gets too close.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Melee: 5<br/>Strength: 6</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/>Result: The rock hits the fox in the head, killing it.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Wojtek blinks, seeing the rock smash into the fox and kill it instantly. Shuffling closer to the dead animal, he nudges it with his foot. Wojtek blinks again, silently berating himself for being so foolish. He had survived the nuclear apocalypse and yet he was frightened by a woodland creature? He hit the animal a few times to properly ensure it was dead- a morbid but necessary precaution, in his eyes- and took a rag from his backpack, wrapping the creature in it and zipping up his bag. He was in a surprisingly better mood, and silently thanked the fox for breaking the boredom and providing him with his dinner. He continued up to the townhouse, peering in a window and trying not to be seen.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Stealth: 2<br/>Ingenuity: 2</blockquote>"
8476,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=175,2014-12-03T20:29:00,Suurta-Osavaltio,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Hunteria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22669114#p22669114"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Suurta-Osavaltio <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22669014#p22669014"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Joni continued to perform first-aid on Janet's wounded arm, using whatever he could. He tore the sleeve from his undershirt, then tearing that to make a good bandage. As he applied the bandages, he talked with Janet. ""My name is Joni Virtanen, and I was with the national police back in Finland. Luckily, my job brought me to Canada once or twice. Beautiful country. Unfortunately for us both, the Russians are very good at war."" He laughed, knowing that her situation was bad at the moment. ""Hey, this is going to be a nasty recovery. You'll have to rest. I have a weapon, so I suggest we stick together.""<br/><br/>Intelligence: 3<br/>Ingenuity: 3</div></blockquote><br/>""I have a gun in my bag, its a pistol with only one mag, We should stick together considering your the first survivor I've met that didn't say hi by shooting at me.""<br/>Janet tells the finn ""Weather is like this in Canada alot, Thats probably why the rest of the world thinks we all live in igloos""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Joni nodded, his police instincts kicking in, making him want badly to help the wounded Canadian. He laughed at the comment about the cold, remembering the cold in Finland. ""Back in Finland, there were people in the north who actually did live in snow buildings. They're all gone now, though."" He tried to remain emotionless, but it was difficult. ""We should stay here, in the store, for as long as we can. It's warm, and there seem to be some supplies left over."""
8477,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=175,2014-12-03T20:30:00,The Unites State-Of-Minds,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saint Morning <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22669126#p22669126"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22668944#p22668944"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Strong like bull, I guess. Hey Hannah, wanna talk?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Hannah looked curiously up at Will, he was the first person to talk to her in a while, which she was relieved as she was getting a bit bored. She nodded at him saying ""Sure, what do you want to talk about?"" she was iching for new information and Will seemed to be the one running this operation. Which was admirable.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Sorry to interrupt just as you two are getting started, but how far is the market from here?"""
8478,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=175,2014-12-03T20:32:00,Saint Sauveux,"Cami decided that she would lay down for a while, since she hadn't slept for over a day. She used her soccer ball as a pillow, but kept the shotgun in her hands. She was a light sleeper anyway, so she would be woken by any sort of commotion, granted it was loud enough."
8479,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=175,2014-12-03T20:33:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saint Morning <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22669126#p22669126"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22668944#p22668944"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Strong like bull, I guess. Hey Hannah, wanna talk?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Hannah looked curiously up at Will, he was the first person to talk to her in a while, which she was relieved as she was getting a bit bored. She nodded at him saying ""Sure, what do you want to talk about?"" she was iching for new information and Will seemed to be the one running this operation. Which was admirable.</div></blockquote><br/>""What did you do before this? And the market is about a mile at least"""
8480,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=175,2014-12-03T20:35:00,New Hunteria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Suurta-Osavaltio <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22669150#p22669150"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Hunteria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22669114#p22669114"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I have a gun in my bag, its a pistol with only one mag, We should stick together considering your the first survivor I've met that didn't say hi by shooting at me.""<br/>Janet tells the finn ""Weather is like this in Canada alot, Thats probably why the rest of the world thinks we all live in igloos""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Joni nodded, his police instincts kicking in, making him want badly to help the wounded Canadian. He laughed at the comment about the cold, remembering the cold in Finland. ""Back in Finland, there were people in the north who actually did live in snow buildings. They're all gone now, though."" He tried to remain emotionless, but it was difficult. ""We should stay here, in the store, for as long as we can. It's warm, and there seem to be some supplies left over.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Janet pointed behind towards a small room "" there's some canned goods and water in there"" Janet waited for a moment then looked at the floor before speaking to the finn, "" Did you see the missles fall?"" her voice quivering during the sentence."
8481,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=175,2014-12-03T20:38:00,Righteous Swords,"Wojtek couldn't see anything so he opened the window, sneaking inside. He began to look around for food, water, weapons- and threats.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Stealth: 2<br/>Looting: 2<br/>Vigilance: 3</blockquote>"
8482,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=175,2014-12-03T20:40:00,Suurta-Osavaltio,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Hunteria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22669229#p22669229"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Suurta-Osavaltio <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22669150#p22669150"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Joni nodded, his police instincts kicking in, making him want badly to help the wounded Canadian. He laughed at the comment about the cold, remembering the cold in Finland. ""Back in Finland, there were people in the north who actually did live in snow buildings. They're all gone now, though."" He tried to remain emotionless, but it was difficult. ""We should stay here, in the store, for as long as we can. It's warm, and there seem to be some supplies left over.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Janet pointed behind towards a small room "" there's some canned goods and water in there"" Janet waited for a moment then looked at the floor before speaking to the finn, "" Did you see the missles fall?"" her voice quivering during the sentence.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Joni looked towards where she pointed, deciding that he would go to get other supplies later. Instead, he produced his water bottle and one of his last few MRE's - which had been provided by the FBI - and handed them to Janet. ""Here, you need these more than me right now."" He sadly remembered the caution sirens in the FBI bunker that he had been in during the end of the world. ""Luckily, I was underground when the missiles hit this area. I guess there's no need to keep secrets anymore. My law enforcement agency was doing a training exercise with the American FBI, so I was lucky enough to be in their bunker when it happened. Where were you?"""
8483,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=175,2014-12-03T20:46:00,New Hunteria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Suurta-Osavaltio <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22669294#p22669294"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Hunteria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22669229#p22669229"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Janet pointed behind towards a small room "" there's some canned goods and water in there"" Janet waited for a moment then looked at the floor before speaking to the finn, "" Did you see the missles fall?"" her voice quivering during the sentence.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Joni looked towards where she pointed, deciding that he would go to get other supplies later. Instead, he produced his water bottle and one of his last few MRE's - which had been provided by the FBI - and handed them to Janet. ""Here, you need these more than me right now."" He sadly remembered the caution sirens in the FBI bunker that he had been in during the end of the world. ""Luckily, I was underground when the missiles hit this area. I guess there's no need to keep secrets anymore. My law enforcement agency was doing a training exercise with the American FBI, so I was lucky enough to be in their bunker when it happened. Where were you?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Thanks for the food, I was in my basement when the bombs hit."" she remembered the loud sirens and the sound of gunfire from the approaching russians.<br/>"" The Canadian Government said we weren't going to be hit.... they were very, very wrong."""
8484,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=175,2014-12-03T20:50:00,Suurta-Osavaltio,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Hunteria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22669360#p22669360"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Suurta-Osavaltio <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22669294#p22669294"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Joni looked towards where she pointed, deciding that he would go to get other supplies later. Instead, he produced his water bottle and one of his last few MRE's - which had been provided by the FBI - and handed them to Janet. ""Here, you need these more than me right now."" He sadly remembered the caution sirens in the FBI bunker that he had been in during the end of the world. ""Luckily, I was underground when the missiles hit this area. I guess there's no need to keep secrets anymore. My law enforcement agency was doing a training exercise with the American FBI, so I was lucky enough to be in their bunker when it happened. Where were you?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Thanks for the food, I was in my basement when the bombs hit."" she remembered the loud sirens and the sound of gunfire from the approaching russians.<br/>"" The Canadian Government said we weren't going to be hit.... they were very, very wrong.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Joni paused, realising how frightening it must have been. He had known that the missiles were going to start hitting the area, which was the reason the FBI kept the foreign police underground. When they left, not everyone made it. Some were shot by the Russians, and some were missing. Among the missing was his partner, Sonja Hentinen, who had been just 23 years old. He still held on to hope that he would see her again. ""I think that much of the world was confident that they would be alright, but nobody was correct. Everyone suffered from this war."" He really didn't want to talk about the past anymore. ""What were you hoping to find down here?"""
8485,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=175,2014-12-03T20:58:00,New Hunteria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Suurta-Osavaltio <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22669399#p22669399"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Hunteria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22669360#p22669360"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""Thanks for the food, I was in my basement when the bombs hit."" she remembered the loud sirens and the sound of gunfire from the approaching russians.<br/>"" The Canadian Government said we weren't going to be hit.... they were very, very wrong.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Joni paused, realising how frightening it must have been. He had known that the missiles were going to start hitting the area, which was the reason the FBI kept the foreign police underground. When they left, not everyone made it. Some were shot by the Russians, and some were missing. Among the missing was his partner, Sonja Hentinen, who had been just 23 years old. He still held on to hope that he would see her again. ""I think that much of the world was confident that they would be alright, but nobody was correct. Everyone suffered from this war."" He really didn't want to talk about the past anymore. ""What were you hoping to find down here?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Janet shrugged, immediatly regretting it as it hurt her arm ""Food , water and possibly ammo. thing is america is... was... more populated than Canada more population equals more supplies."""
8486,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=175,2014-12-03T21:00:00,Suurta-Osavaltio,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Hunteria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22669469#p22669469"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Suurta-Osavaltio <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22669399#p22669399"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Joni paused, realising how frightening it must have been. He had known that the missiles were going to start hitting the area, which was the reason the FBI kept the foreign police underground. When they left, not everyone made it. Some were shot by the Russians, and some were missing. Among the missing was his partner, Sonja Hentinen, who had been just 23 years old. He still held on to hope that he would see her again. ""I think that much of the world was confident that they would be alright, but nobody was correct. Everyone suffered from this war."" He really didn't want to talk about the past anymore. ""What were you hoping to find down here?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Janet shrugged, immediatly regretting it as it hurt her arm ""Food , water and possibly ammo. thing is america is... was... more populated than Canada more population equals more supplies.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Joni understood her point, and was impressed by her initiative, however it had landed her in a pretty bad situation. He stood up, looking around the store, still looking for any hostile individuals. He had already encountered a small unit of Russian soldiers a while back. Luckily, he had been able to get past them. ""Well, unfortunately, it doesn't look like there are many supplies left."""
8487,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=175,2014-12-03T21:07:00,New Hunteria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Suurta-Osavaltio <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22669489#p22669489"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Hunteria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22669469#p22669469"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Janet shrugged, immediatly regretting it as it hurt her arm ""Food , water and possibly ammo. thing is america is... was... more populated than Canada more population equals more supplies.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Joni understood her point, and was impressed by her initiative, however it had landed her in a pretty bad situation. He stood up, looking around the store, still looking for any hostile individuals. He had already encountered a small unit of Russian soldiers a while back. Luckily, he had been able to get past them. ""Well, unfortunately, it doesn't look like there are many supplies left.""</div></blockquote>Janet sat there, Fighting to not pass out.... but eventually succumbing to blood loss, she passed out.<br/><br/>(OOC: im going to bed see you all tommorow)"
8488,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=175,2014-12-03T21:11:00,Suurta-Osavaltio,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Hunteria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22669550#p22669550"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Suurta-Osavaltio <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22669489#p22669489"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Joni understood her point, and was impressed by her initiative, however it had landed her in a pretty bad situation. He stood up, looking around the store, still looking for any hostile individuals. He had already encountered a small unit of Russian soldiers a while back. Luckily, he had been able to get past them. ""Well, unfortunately, it doesn't look like there are many supplies left.""</div></blockquote> Janet sat there, Fighting to not pass out.... but eventually succumbing to blood loss, she passed out.<br/><br/>(OOC: im going to bed see you all tommorow)</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Joni began to panic, not really knowing enough first aid to save Janet's life in this situation. He kept her feet above heart-level, and made sure that the bandage was tight on her arm. He used the strap from his bag to make a tourniquet to prevent blood from flowing into her arm. He didn't care if he cost her the arm. He didn't want to lose a friendly person he had just met."
8489,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=175,2014-12-04T06:53:00,Saint Morning,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22669204#p22669204"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Saint Morning <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22669126#p22669126"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Hannah looked curiously up at Will, he was the first person to talk to her in a while, which she was relieved as she was getting a bit bored. She nodded at him saying ""Sure, what do you want to talk about?"" she was iching for new information and Will seemed to be the one running this operation. Which was admirable.</div></blockquote><br/>""What did you do before this? And the market is about a mile at least""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""I was a journalist, came to the states after getting this job opportunity"" She said, tucking a lock of blonde hair behind her ear.""how about you big guy?"" she inquired looking towards him with a grin on her face."
8490,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=175,2014-12-04T14:22:00,New Hunteria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Suurta-Osavaltio <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22669586#p22669586"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Hunteria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22669550#p22669550"">wrote</a>:</cite> Janet sat there, Fighting to not pass out.... but eventually succumbing to blood loss, she passed out.<br/><br/>(OOC: im going to bed see you all tommorow)</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Joni began to panic, not really knowing enough first aid to save Janet's life in this situation. He kept her feet above heart-level, and made sure that the bandage was tight on her arm. He used the strap from his bag to make a tourniquet to prevent blood from flowing into her arm. He didn't care if he cost her the arm. He didn't want to lose a friendly person he had just met.</div></blockquote><br/>Janets arm was no longer bleeding, she was sliiping in and out of consciousness, but after about a minute or 2 of being passed out she woke up to and realized that she had a tourniquet on her arm, she quickly tried ripping it off so she could use her arm again."
8491,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=175,2014-12-04T15:07:00,Suurta-Osavaltio,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Hunteria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22676553#p22676553"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Suurta-Osavaltio <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22669586#p22669586"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Joni began to panic, not really knowing enough first aid to save Janet's life in this situation. He kept her feet above heart-level, and made sure that the bandage was tight on her arm. He used the strap from his bag to make a tourniquet to prevent blood from flowing into her arm. He didn't care if he cost her the arm. He didn't want to lose a friendly person he had just met.</div></blockquote><br/>Janets arm was no longer bleeding, she was sliiping in and out of consciousness, but after about a minute or 2 of being passed out she woke up to and realized that she had a tourniquet on her arm, she quickly tried ripping it off so she could use her arm again.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Joni noticed that Janet was attempting to remove the tourniquet, which he did not suggest. Instead, he stopped her, tearing the other sleeve from his undershirt. He removed the bandage, noticing that the wound had stopped profuse bleeding, but he knew that without stitching and medical treatment, she'd likely die. He poured more alcohol over the wound, cleaning it of whatever blood there was at the surface, then wrapped it tightly in the clean shirt sleeve. ""Janet, you have to keep that arm as still as you can. If you move it, it could start the bleeding again."" He tried not to talk too much, figuring that he didn't have much time."
8492,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=175,2014-12-04T15:22:00,New Jordslag,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saint Morning <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22668806#p22668806"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Jordslag <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22668558#p22668558"">wrote</a>:</cite>Takihiro sighed. ""Wish you had told me that. I'm coming. Just keep an eye on the Russian. You can trust nobody in this wasteland, and that goes for me too."" With that, he hopped off the Truck bed and ran over to Will. While walking with them, he loaded his Rifle. ""Tricked you, lady! Wasn't even loaded."" Then he winked at her and turned his head back around.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Hannah's eyes twitched slightly but she held her tongue. She didn't want to cause any trouble and as much as she would like to tell the man off, the consequence of doing so could be dire. So she simple said, ""How cute"" and began to follow the others on this expedition of theirs. <br/><br/>She noticed that the Will was conversing with some guy which left her with only a select few to talk too. Reluctantly she attempted to make conversation with Takihiro. ""Seeing as you've questioned me, it's only fair that I ask you a couple of question don't you think?""</div></blockquote><br/>""Go ahead, American. It is only fair, and I do apologize for the rough treatment. But you do realize the dangers we face. I will take no chances. Not everybody is who they say they are."" He said, his rifle trained on the Russian. ""And if it makes you feel better, I trust the Russian even less."""
8493,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=175,2014-12-04T15:37:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saint Morning <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22672679#p22672679"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22669204#p22669204"">wrote</a>:</cite>""What did you do before this? And the market is about a mile at least""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""I was a journalist, came to the states after getting this job opportunity"" She said, tucking a lock of blonde hair behind her ear.""how about you big guy?"" she inquired looking towards him with a grin on her face.</div></blockquote><br/>""Historian, not too exciting. Nothing like our Russian and Japanese friends here"" He responded, motioning to the two men behind them."
8494,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=175,2014-12-04T16:14:00,New Hunteria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Suurta-Osavaltio <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22677135#p22677135"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Hunteria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22676553#p22676553"">wrote</a>:</cite>Janets arm was no longer bleeding, she was sliiping in and out of consciousness, but after about a minute or 2 of being passed out she woke up to and realized that she had a tourniquet on her arm, she quickly tried ripping it off so she could use her arm again.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Joni noticed that Janet was attempting to remove the tourniquet, which he did not suggest. Instead, he stopped her, tearing the other sleeve from his undershirt. He removed the bandage, noticing that the wound had stopped profuse bleeding, but he knew that without stitching and medical treatment, she'd likely die. He poured more alcohol over the wound, cleaning it of whatever blood there was at the surface, then wrapped it tightly in the clean shirt sleeve. ""Janet, you have to keep that arm as still as you can. If you move it, it could start the bleeding again."" He tried not to talk too much, figuring that he didn't have much time.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""just do what you gotta do"" Janet swore under her breath, then she realized "" theres a first aid kit in my bag use it if you need to.""<br/><br/>She knew they would eventually would freeze to death in this super market if they couldn't leave soon.<br/><br/>""ill keep as still as I can."""
8495,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=175,2014-12-04T17:52:00,Righteous Swords,"((Assuming that those who stayed behind in the town hall in another room or asleep like Cami, etc.))<br/><br/>Wojtek now stood inside of of the Town hall. He frowned- he had been expecting to see someone on guard through the windows but it seemed they had all left on their little expedition. He began to creep towards the fire, which had begun to burn down to embers. He searched around for food, seeking to address his growling stomach before searching further.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Stealth: 2<br/>Looting: 2<br/>Vigilance: 3</blockquote>"
8496,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=175,2014-12-04T17:54:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Righteous Swords <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22679482#p22679482"">wrote</a>:</cite>((Assuming that those who stayed behind in the town hall in another room or asleep like Cami, etc.))<br/><br/>Wojtek now stood inside of of the Town hall. He frowned- he had been expecting to see someone on guard through the windows but it seemed they had all left on their little expedition. He began to creep towards the fire, which had begun to burn down to embers. He searched around for food, seeking to address his growling stomach before searching further.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Stealth: 2<br/>Looting: 2<br/>Vigilance: 3</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/>OOC: They are in the main room. Probably sleeping<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Result:</span>Wojtek trips over a chair and goes sprawling onto the floor with a loud bang. On the ground he finds a sharp piece of metal."
8497,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=200,2014-12-04T18:01:00,Righteous Swords,".<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22679512#p22679512"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: They are in the main room. Probably sleeping<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Result:</span> Wojtek trips over a chair and goes sprawling onto the floor with a loud bang. On the ground he finds a sharp piece of metal.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Wojtek grits his teeth as he feels his leg catch on the chair in the dark- the unpleasant sensation of losing his balance was second only to the pain of crashing into the floor.<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Kurwa</span>..."" He groaned as he lifted himself up off the ground. Why was he so damn clumsy? Something caught his eye, glinting in the firelight- a flash of metal. He carefully reached for it, going to find a place to hide in the shadows. If there was anyone left in the building, they were now almost certainly alerted to his presence now<br/><br/>Stealth: 2"
8498,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=200,2014-12-04T18:03:00,Saint Sauveux,"<blockquote><div><cite>Righteous Swords <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22679585#p22679585"">wrote</a>:</cite>.<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22679512#p22679512"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: They are in the main room. Probably sleeping<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Result:</span> Wojtek trips over a chair and goes sprawling onto the floor with a loud bang. On the ground he finds a sharp piece of metal.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Wojtek grits his teeth as he feels his leg catch on the chair in the dark- the unpleasant sensation of losing his balance was second only to the pain of crashing into the floor.<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Kurwa</span>..."" He groaned as he lifted himself up off the ground. Why was he so damn clumsy? Something caught his eye, glinting in the firelight- a flash of metal. He carefully reached for it, going to find a place to hide in the shadows. If there was anyone left in the building, they were now almost certainly alerted to his presence now<br/><br/>Stealth: 2</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Cami heard Wojtek trip over the chair, which woke her up quickly. She still had the shotgun, but she figured she could throw her soccer ball to help her as well. She called out, ""Hey, is anyone there? What was that sound?"" She knew that it was stupid to call out, in case someone with bad intentions was inside the building, but she felt more confident with the loaded shotgun. She started to walk around, on the lookout for anyone. She resolved in her mind that if she found someone, she wouldn't shoot, but rather point the gun at them. She hoped that whoever was in the building would turn out to be friendly."
8499,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=200,2014-12-04T18:05:00,Australian Antarctica,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Super-Mart, Lockesburg. 12:00 AM</span></span><br/>The group approached the Super-Mart. It was mostly intact, except for some broken glass doors and bullet holes. An abandoned Humvee ,armed with a M2 machine gun. sits out front, it's driver slumped over the steering wheel. The door is open, and footprints are leading towards it..."
8500,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=200,2014-12-04T18:08:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Righteous Swords <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22679585#p22679585"">wrote</a>:</cite>.<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22679512#p22679512"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: They are in the main room. Probably sleeping<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Result:</span> Wojtek trips over a chair and goes sprawling onto the floor with a loud bang. On the ground he finds a sharp piece of metal.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Wojtek grits his teeth as he feels his leg catch on the chair in the dark- the unpleasant sensation of losing his balance was second only to the pain of crashing into the floor.<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Kurwa</span>..."" He groaned as he lifted himself up off the ground. Why was he so damn clumsy? Something caught his eye, glinting in the firelight- a flash of metal. He carefully reached for it, going to find a place to hide in the shadows. If there was anyone left in the building, they were now almost certainly alerted to his presence now<br/><br/>Stealth: 2</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Results</span>There is no place to hide. Wojtek has to stand his ground."
8501,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=200,2014-12-04T18:15:00,Righteous Swords,"Wojtek heard someone call out in English, making his heart pound in anticipation. He took a breath, calming himself. The building was occupied after all. There was nowhere to hid, nowhere to run. He ran over to the room's doorway, positioning himself so that if it opened, he would be just behind the door and out of sight at first and within attacking distance of anyone who came to investigate. He didn't want to kill anyone, but he doubted they wouldn't be hostile towards someone found lurking around in their building like a common thief. He prepared the piece of metal to act as a stabbing weapon, only to be used as a last resort- he planned on disarming them if they had a weapon, them pinning them, if possible. He held one arm up to prevent the door smashing his face if opened quickly and held his breath, waiting.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Stealth: 2</blockquote>"
8502,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=200,2014-12-04T18:21:00,Saint Sauveux,"<blockquote><div><cite>Righteous Swords <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22679767#p22679767"">wrote</a>:</cite>Wojtek heard someone call out in English, making his heart pound in anticipation. He took a breath, calming himself. The building was occupied after all. There was nowhere to hid, nowhere to run. He ran over to the room's doorway, positioning himself so that if it opened, he would be just behind the door and out of sight at first and within attacking distance of anyone who came to investigate. He didn't want to kill anyone, but he doubted they wouldn't be hostile towards someone found lurking around in their building like a common thief. He prepared the piece of metal to act as a stabbing weapon, only to be used as a last resort- he planned on disarming them if they had a weapon, them pinning them, if possible. He held one arm up to prevent the door smashing his face if opened quickly and held his breath, waiting.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Stealth: 2</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/>Cami felt fairly certain that whoever was in the building was looking for supplies, since that would be her first priority in these circumstances. She noticed that there was a closed door, which worried her. She thought about things that she could do if attacked, but she knew that she would be in trouble if she encountered someone larger than her. She decided to place her bets on the other person being either unarmed, or at least lightly armed, since they seemed to be hiding rather than fighting. She went over to the door slowly, raising her hand to knock on the door. She rapped several times on the wood, calling out, ""Hey, if you don't threaten me, I won't have to hurt you. Just come out of the room."" She hoped that the person would want peace more than war.<br/><br/>Intelligence: 4"
8503,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=200,2014-12-04T18:25:00,The Blackdown Hills,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22679629#p22679629"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Super-Mart, Lockesburg. 12:00 AM</span></span><br/>The group approached the Super-Mart. It was mostly intact, except for some broken glass doors and bullet holes. An abandoned Humvee ,armed with a M2 machine gun. sits out front, it's driver slumped over the steering wheel. The door is open, and footprints are leading towards it...</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Matvei grinned when he saw the vehicle in front of the supermarket. He even started to laugh upon seeing the driver at the wheel. He went over to the driver immediately, hoping to search for anything of value that the soldier might have left behind. ""You Americans always leave your garbage lying about."""
8504,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=200,2014-12-04T18:27:00,New Hunteria,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Blackdown Hills <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22679879#p22679879"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22679629#p22679629"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Super-Mart, Lockesburg. 12:00 AM</span></span><br/>The group approached the Super-Mart. It was mostly intact, except for some broken glass doors and bullet holes. An abandoned Humvee ,armed with a M2 machine gun. sits out front, it's driver slumped over the steering wheel. The door is open, and footprints are leading towards it...</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Matvei grinned when he saw the vehicle in front of the supermarket. He even started to laugh upon seeing the driver at the wheel. He went over to the driver immediately, hoping to search for anything of value that the soldier might have left behind. ""You Americans always leave your garbage lying about.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Janet heard the voices at the front of the store and quickly grabed her pistol, stood up and whispered to the finn to follow her."
8505,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=200,2014-12-04T18:31:00,Suurta-Osavaltio,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Hunteria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22679895#p22679895"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Blackdown Hills <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22679879#p22679879"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Matvei grinned when he saw the vehicle in front of the supermarket. He even started to laugh upon seeing the driver at the wheel. He went over to the driver immediately, hoping to search for anything of value that the soldier might have left behind. ""You Americans always leave your garbage lying about.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Janet heard the voices at the front of the store and quickly grabed her pistol, stood up and whispered to the finn to follow her.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Joni heard the voices as well, but he grabbed Janet by the shoulder, ""No, you stay here. I'll check it out. You've already been wounded."" He readied his pistol and went towards the front of the store, however he stayed close to the wall, shielded by the shadows. He tried to see how many people were outside, but he couldn't see clearly.<br/><br/>Stealth: 4"
8506,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=200,2014-12-04T18:35:00,New Hunteria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Suurta-Osavaltio <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22679922#p22679922"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Hunteria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22679895#p22679895"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Janet heard the voices at the front of the store and quickly grabed her pistol, stood up and whispered to the finn to follow her.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Joni heard the voices as well, but he grabbed Janet by the shoulder, ""No, you stay here. I'll check it out. You've already been wounded."" He readied his pistol and went towards the front of the store, however he stayed close to the wall, shielded by the shadows. He tried to see how many people were outside, but he couldn't see clearly.<br/><br/>Stealth: 4</div></blockquote><br/>Janet ignored his request to stay back, she headed down a isle with her gun drawn with a angle on the entrance, hoping no one heard her walking.<br/><br/>Stealth: 3"
8507,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=200,2014-12-04T18:41:00,Righteous Swords,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saint Sauveux <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22679839#p22679839"">wrote</a>:</cite>Cami felt fairly certain that whoever was in the building was looking for supplies, since that would be her first priority in these circumstances. She noticed that there was a closed door, which worried her. She thought about things that she could do if attacked, but she knew that she would be in trouble if she encountered someone larger than her. She decided to place her bets on the other person being either unarmed, or at least lightly armed, since they seemed to be hiding rather than fighting. She went over to the door slowly, raising her hand to knock on the door. She rapped several times on the wood, calling out, ""Hey, if you don't threaten me, I won't have to hurt you. Just come out of the room."" She hoped that the person would want peace more than war.<br/><br/>Intelligence: 4</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Wojtek tensed as someone knocked on the door, then wrinkled his brow as he translated the person's request in his head. Come out? However they were, they didn't seem like they wanted to hurt him. They sounded female, and... French as well? In the US? Well it wasn't too crazy. He wasn't exactly from around here after all. He muttered to himself in Polish about how crazy this entire situation was- it would sound like someone saying something in an Eastern-European language to those who would overhear. Come out? He certainly didn't want to hurt anyone, just eat and find a way to protect himself. What if it was a trap? He could in all likelihood be surrounded and outgunned- but then my bother asking him to come out? He backed away from the door, not bothering to move quietly, unsure of what to do."
8508,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=200,2014-12-04T18:48:00,Saint Sauveux,"<blockquote><div><cite>Righteous Swords <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22680007#p22680007"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Saint Sauveux <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22679839#p22679839"">wrote</a>:</cite>Cami felt fairly certain that whoever was in the building was looking for supplies, since that would be her first priority in these circumstances. She noticed that there was a closed door, which worried her. She thought about things that she could do if attacked, but she knew that she would be in trouble if she encountered someone larger than her. She decided to place her bets on the other person being either unarmed, or at least lightly armed, since they seemed to be hiding rather than fighting. She went over to the door slowly, raising her hand to knock on the door. She rapped several times on the wood, calling out, ""Hey, if you don't threaten me, I won't have to hurt you. Just come out of the room."" She hoped that the person would want peace more than war.<br/><br/>Intelligence: 4</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Wojtek tensed as someone knocked on the door, then wrinkled his brow as he translated the person's request in his head. Come out? However they were, they didn't seem like they wanted to hurt him. They sounded female, and... French as well? In the US? Well it wasn't too crazy. He wasn't exactly from around here after all. He muttered to himself in Polish about how crazy this entire situation was- it would sound like someone saying something in an Eastern-European language to those who would overhear. Come out? He certainly didn't want to hurt anyone, just eat and find a way to protect himself. What if it was a trap? He could in all likelihood be surrounded and outgunned- but then my bother asking him to come out? He backed away from the door, not bothering to move quietly, unsure of what to do.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Cami heard the person moving around inside, so she decided to wait. She figured she didn't have anywhere else to be, so she sat down on a somewhat worn-looking chair, the shotgun still in her hands. She was bored, but this didn't mean much to her, since it seemed that the post-apocalyptic world was a boring one. She kept her eyes on the door, but she wasn't overly concerned anymore. If the person inside were armed well-enough, they would probably come out aggressively. Then, she considered that the person inside might think she had set up a trap. The thought brought a grin to her face. She hadn't even thought of making a trap. ""You can wait in there however long you want, but I'm not going anywhere. It's just me and you, so I've got time."""
8509,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=200,2014-12-04T18:50:00,New Jordslag,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Hunteria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22679958#p22679958"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Suurta-Osavaltio <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22679922#p22679922"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Joni heard the voices as well, but he grabbed Janet by the shoulder, ""No, you stay here. I'll check it out. You've already been wounded."" He readied his pistol and went towards the front of the store, however he stayed close to the wall, shielded by the shadows. He tried to see how many people were outside, but he couldn't see clearly.<br/><br/>Stealth: 4</div></blockquote><br/>Janet ignored his request to stay back, she headed down a isle with her gun drawn with a angle on the entrance, hoping no one heard her walking.<br/><br/>Stealth: 3</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Results</span>Janet knocks down a pile of food in the aisle, creating a lot of noise. On the plus side, she found food."
8510,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=200,2014-12-04T18:50:00,New Jordslag,"<blockquote><div><cite>Suurta-Osavaltio <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22679922#p22679922"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Hunteria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22679895#p22679895"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Janet heard the voices at the front of the store and quickly grabed her pistol, stood up and whispered to the finn to follow her.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Joni heard the voices as well, but he grabbed Janet by the shoulder, ""No, you stay here. I'll check it out. You've already been wounded."" He readied his pistol and went towards the front of the store, however he stayed close to the wall, shielded by the shadows. He tried to see how many people were outside, but he couldn't see clearly.<br/><br/>Stealth: 4</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Results</span>Joni successfully blended into the shadows."
8511,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=200,2014-12-04T18:53:00,New Hunteria,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Jordslag <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22680125#p22680125"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Hunteria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22679958#p22679958"">wrote</a>:</cite>Janet ignored his request to stay back, she headed down a isle with her gun drawn with a angle on the entrance, hoping no one heard her walking.<br/><br/>Stealth: 3</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Results</span>Janet knocks down a pile of food in the aisle, creating a lot of noise. On the plus side, she found food.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>while Janet was walking her leg slammed into a small container of food , she felt the floor hit her before she knew she was falling, she swore under breath and continued walking, Seriously hoping no one heard that."
8512,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=200,2014-12-04T19:00:00,Righteous Swords,"Wojtek tucked the shard of metal into his coat, and grinned in spite of his situation. It seemed he had been bested by this young woman. He was with another option, so he walked to the door, slowly turning the handle and opening it.<br/><br/>""Hmpf. Fine; you win. I come out, yes? No shooting me, please."""
8513,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=200,2014-12-04T19:05:00,Saint Sauveux,"<blockquote><div><cite>Righteous Swords <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22680268#p22680268"">wrote</a>:</cite>Wojtek tucked the shard of metal into his coat, and grinned in spite of his situation. It seemed he had been bested by this young woman. He was with another option, so he walked to the door, slowly turning the handle and opening it. <br/><br/>""Hmpf. Fine; you win. I come out, yes? No shooting me, please.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Cami stood up, somewhat surprised that the man was coming out of the room. She had trouble understanding him, because he seemed to be from somewhere in Europe. His accent sounded almost Russian to her, which put her on edge. She decided to try and act tough, when at heart she was quite nervous. ""If you give me a reason to shoot, then I'll shoot. Don't give me a reason."" She was proud of herself for that statement. She saw the handle turning, so she readied herself several feet back from the door."
8514,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=200,2014-12-04T19:06:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Blackdown Hills <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22679879#p22679879"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22679629#p22679629"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Super-Mart, Lockesburg. 12:00 AM</span></span><br/>The group approached the Super-Mart. It was mostly intact, except for some broken glass doors and bullet holes. An abandoned Humvee ,armed with a M2 machine gun. sits out front, it's driver slumped over the steering wheel. The door is open, and footprints are leading towards it...</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Matvei grinned when he saw the vehicle in front of the supermarket. He even started to laugh upon seeing the driver at the wheel. He went over to the driver immediately, hoping to search for anything of value that the soldier might have left behind. ""You Americans always leave your garbage lying about.""</div></blockquote><br/>""He was picked clean"" Will said, then he heard the cans falling in the store. He asked the Russian for the scoped rifle ""Give it here, I wan't to see what is going on"" The Russian handed it over, and Will peered through the scope. Nothing. He handed the rifle back and called out ""Hello??? Is anyone in there??"" He was<span style=""font-style: italic"">way</span>to trusting."
8515,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=200,2014-12-04T19:08:00,New Hunteria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22680326#p22680326"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Blackdown Hills <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22679879#p22679879"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Matvei grinned when he saw the vehicle in front of the supermarket. He even started to laugh upon seeing the driver at the wheel. He went over to the driver immediately, hoping to search for anything of value that the soldier might have left behind. ""You Americans always leave your garbage lying about.""</div></blockquote><br/>""He was picked clean"" Will said, then he heard the cans falling in the store. He asked the Russian for the scoped rifle ""Give it here, I wan't to see what is going on"" The Russian handed it over, and Will peered through the scope. Nothing. He handed the rifle back and called out ""Hello??? Is anyone in there??"" He was <span style=""font-style: italic"">way</span> to trusting.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Janet was leaning against a wall aiming her gun at the entrance, she picked up a can of food and threw it across the store hoping it'd create a distraction.<br/><br/>strength: 1"
8516,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=200,2014-12-04T19:10:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Hunteria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22680351#p22680351"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22680326#p22680326"">wrote</a>:</cite>""He was picked clean"" Will said, then he heard the cans falling in the store. He asked the Russian for the scoped rifle ""Give it here, I wan't to see what is going on"" The Russian handed it over, and Will peered through the scope. Nothing. He handed the rifle back and called out ""Hello??? Is anyone in there??"" He was <span style=""font-style: italic"">way</span> to trusting.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Janet was leaning against a wall aiming her gun at the entrance, she picked up a can of food and threw it across the store hoping it'd create a distraction.<br/><br/>strength: 1</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Result:</span>The can flies a few feet and barely makes a noise.<br/><br/>""Hello?? I'm unarmed!"""
8517,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=200,2014-12-04T19:10:00,New Jordslag,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22680326#p22680326"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Blackdown Hills <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22679879#p22679879"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Matvei grinned when he saw the vehicle in front of the supermarket. He even started to laugh upon seeing the driver at the wheel. He went over to the driver immediately, hoping to search for anything of value that the soldier might have left behind. ""You Americans always leave your garbage lying about.""</div></blockquote><br/>""He was picked clean"" Will said, then he heard the cans falling in the store. He asked the Russian for the scoped rifle ""Give it here, I wan't to see what is going on"" The Russian handed it over, and Will peered through the scope. Nothing. He handed the rifle back and called out ""Hello??? Is anyone in there??"" He was <span style=""font-style: italic"">way</span> to trusting.</div></blockquote><br/>Takihiro put a hand over Will's Mouth. ""Shush; I heard something move in there. Let's be safe rather then sorry, okay?"" He whispered. Then he kicked the door in. ""We know somebody is in here. We come in peace, but should you attack us, we will blast you into oblivion. Just come out to show you won't harm us, then we can continue looting together. Understood?"" He turned back to Will. ""If this doesn't work out, I'll fire a few warning shots. If that doesn't scare them out, it must have just been Raccoons."" He whispered. He kept his rifle at the ready."
8518,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=200,2014-12-04T19:13:00,New Hunteria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22680361#p22680361"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Hunteria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22680351#p22680351"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Janet was leaning against a wall aiming her gun at the entrance, she picked up a can of food and threw it across the store hoping it'd create a distraction.<br/><br/>strength: 1</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Result:</span> The can flies a few feet and barely makes a noise.<br/><br/>""Hello?? I'm unarmed!""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Janet said nothing, and hoped the finn woundnt be too trusting of whoever was out there, she saw a man and readied her gun. she decided that if they shot she would shoot at them to scare them off, but then she thought she saw a Russian."
8519,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=200,2014-12-04T19:15:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Hunteria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22680403#p22680403"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22680361#p22680361"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-style: italic"">Result:</span> The can flies a few feet and barely makes a noise.<br/><br/>""Hello?? I'm unarmed!""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Janet said nothing, and hoped the finn woundnt be too trusting of whoever was out there, she heard another man and readied her gun.</div></blockquote><br/>""I'm coming in, please don't shoot"" William followed the Japanese man into the building and whispered to him ""You wan't to get shot today? Cover me!""<br/><br/>Charisma: 5"
8520,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=200,2014-12-04T19:15:00,Suurta-Osavaltio,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Jordslag <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22680367#p22680367"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22680326#p22680326"">wrote</a>:</cite>""He was picked clean"" Will said, then he heard the cans falling in the store. He asked the Russian for the scoped rifle ""Give it here, I wan't to see what is going on"" The Russian handed it over, and Will peered through the scope. Nothing. He handed the rifle back and called out ""Hello??? Is anyone in there??"" He was <span style=""font-style: italic"">way</span> to trusting.</div></blockquote><br/>Takihiro put a hand over Will's Mouth. ""Shush; I heard something move in there. Let's be safe rather then sorry, okay?"" He whispered. Then he kicked the door in. ""We know somebody is in here. We come in peace, but should you attack us, we will blast you into oblivion. Just come out to show you won't harm us, then we can continue looting together. Understood?"" He turned back to Will. ""If this doesn't work out, I'll fire a few warning shots. If that doesn't scare them out, it must have just been Raccoons."" He whispered. He kept his rifle at the ready.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Joni heard the man, who seemed to have a slight Japanese accent, decided he'd trust the individual. He knew that the Japanese had been devastated by the Russians, and therefore wouldn't be working alongside them. He slowly moved out into the open, his hands held in a non-threatening position, although he still held his handgun. ""My name is Joni Virtanen, and I am not looking to harm you. We have a wounded woman in here. Do not attack."""
8521,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=200,2014-12-04T19:15:00,Righteous Swords,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saint Sauveux <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22680319#p22680319"">wrote</a>:</cite>Cami stood up, somewhat surprised that the man was coming out of the room. She had trouble understanding him, because he seemed to be from somewhere in Europe. His accent sounded almost Russian to her, which put her on edge. She decided to try and act tough, when at heart she was quite nervous. ""If you give me a reason to shoot, then I'll shoot. Don't give me a reason."" She was proud of herself for that statement. She saw the handle turning, so she readied herself several feet back from the door.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Wojtek opens the door and furrows his brow as he sees his adversary for the first time. A lone young woman, and taller than him to add insult to injury. She definitely outgunned him with that shotgun of hers. Yet she seemed almost nervous despite her stoic talk and manner. He raised an eyebrow at her and scratched at his beard, wondering how she would react now."
8522,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=225,2014-12-04T19:16:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Suurta-Osavaltio <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22680429#p22680429"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Jordslag <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22680367#p22680367"">wrote</a>:</cite>Takihiro put a hand over Will's Mouth. ""Shush; I heard something move in there. Let's be safe rather then sorry, okay?"" He whispered. Then he kicked the door in. ""We know somebody is in here. We come in peace, but should you attack us, we will blast you into oblivion. Just come out to show you won't harm us, then we can continue looting together. Understood?"" He turned back to Will. ""If this doesn't work out, I'll fire a few warning shots. If that doesn't scare them out, it must have just been Raccoons."" He whispered. He kept his rifle at the ready.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Joni heard the man, who seemed to have a slight Japanese accent, decided he'd trust the individual. He knew that the Japanese had been devastated by the Russians, and therefore wouldn't be working alongside them. He slowly moved out into the open, his hands held in a non-threatening position, although he still held his handgun. ""My name is Joni Virtanen, and I am not looking to harm you. We have a wounded woman in here. Do not attack.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Hello Joni, I'm William. Uhh... nice to meet you??"" William said, unsure of what to do, and held out his hand."
8523,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=225,2014-12-04T19:18:00,Saint Sauveux,"<blockquote><div><cite>Righteous Swords <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22680434#p22680434"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Saint Sauveux <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22680319#p22680319"">wrote</a>:</cite>Cami stood up, somewhat surprised that the man was coming out of the room. She had trouble understanding him, because he seemed to be from somewhere in Europe. His accent sounded almost Russian to her, which put her on edge. She decided to try and act tough, when at heart she was quite nervous. ""If you give me a reason to shoot, then I'll shoot. Don't give me a reason."" She was proud of herself for that statement. She saw the handle turning, so she readied herself several feet back from the door.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Wojtek opens the door and furrows his brow as he sees his adversary for the first time. A lone young woman, and taller than him to add insult to injury. She definitely outgunned him with that shotgun of hers. Yet she seemed almost nervous despite her stoic talk and manner. He raised an eyebrow at her and scratched at his beard, wondering how she would react now.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Cami looked at the man who emerged from the room, backing up slightly. He was definitely military, and she figured he could definitely overpower her if he needed to. She held the shotgun in a position that said she was ready to use it, but wasn't immediately violent. ""If you're here to look for supplies, you're out of luck. We don't have any here. We have a big group of armed people who should be coming back soon, so don't do anything rash."""
8524,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=225,2014-12-04T19:19:00,New Jordslag,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22680425#p22680425"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Hunteria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22680403#p22680403"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Janet said nothing, and hoped the finn woundnt be too trusting of whoever was out there, she heard another man and readied her gun.</div></blockquote><br/>""I'm coming in, please don't shoot"" William followed the Japanese man into the building and whispered to him ""You wan't to get shot today? Cover me!""<br/><br/>Charisma: 5</div></blockquote><br/>Takihiro nodded. Most likely, it was a stubborn band of Survivalists, like them. The difference was that they likely had more and bigger weapons. He turned to Matvei. ""Russian, find Machine Gun bullets. Should we get shot at, it could be decisive."" Then he turned to Joni. ""You are a fool to carry around a wounded woman, but a honourable fool. Drop the weapon. We do not wish to shoot you, but we can take no chances with strangers due to the roaming Russians."""
8525,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=225,2014-12-04T19:22:00,New Hunteria,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Jordslag <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22680472#p22680472"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22680425#p22680425"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I'm coming in, please don't shoot"" William followed the Japanese man into the building and whispered to him ""You wan't to get shot today? Cover me!""<br/><br/>Charisma: 5</div></blockquote><br/>Takihiro nodded. Most likely, it was a stubborn band of Survivalists, like them. The difference was that they likely had more and bigger weapons. He turned to Matvei. ""Russian, find Machine Gun bullets. Should we get shot at, it could be decisive."" Then he turned to Joni. ""You are a fool to carry around a wounded woman, but a honourable fool. Drop the weapon. We do not wish to shoot you, but we can take no chances with strangers due to the roaming Russians.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Janet heard the man, and knew there was a Russian with them, Janet hated the Russians after they had killed her family. She Heard the finn talking to them and Under stood that he would most likely give her away."
8526,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=225,2014-12-04T19:23:00,Suurta-Osavaltio,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Jordslag <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22680472#p22680472"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22680425#p22680425"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I'm coming in, please don't shoot"" William followed the Japanese man into the building and whispered to him ""You wan't to get shot today? Cover me!""<br/><br/>Charisma: 5</div></blockquote><br/>Takihiro nodded. Most likely, it was a stubborn band of Survivalists, like them. The difference was that they likely had more and bigger weapons. He turned to Matvei. ""Russian, find Machine Gun bullets. Should we get shot at, it could be decisive."" Then he turned to Joni. ""You are a fool to carry around a wounded woman, but a honourable fool. Drop the weapon. We do not wish to shoot you, but we can take no chances with strangers due to the roaming Russians.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Joni grinned, knowing that to put his gun down could mean suicide. If the other man was reasonable, he would understand this. ""Perhaps I am a fool, but this should prove to you that I am not here to sack, or raid, anything. As to the Russians, you don't have to worry about me. I am Finnish. We hate the Russians more than just about anyone. Surely you understand why I am not going to put my weapon down. I am much smarter than that."""
8527,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=225,2014-12-04T19:25:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Suurta-Osavaltio <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22680531#p22680531"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Jordslag <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22680472#p22680472"">wrote</a>:</cite>Takihiro nodded. Most likely, it was a stubborn band of Survivalists, like them. The difference was that they likely had more and bigger weapons. He turned to Matvei. ""Russian, find Machine Gun bullets. Should we get shot at, it could be decisive."" Then he turned to Joni. ""You are a fool to carry around a wounded woman, but a honourable fool. Drop the weapon. We do not wish to shoot you, but we can take no chances with strangers due to the roaming Russians.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Joni grinned, knowing that to put his gun down could mean suicide. If the other man was reasonable, he would understand this. ""Perhaps I am a fool, but this should prove to you that I am not here to sack, or raid, anything. As to the Russians, you don't have to worry about me. I am Finnish. We hate the Russians more than just about anyone. Surely you understand why I am not going to put my weapon down. I am much smarter than that.""</div></blockquote><br/>""I understand, but you also must understand. We have bigger guns, and better ones. Please don't do anything rash, and don't make the same mistake your nation did to the Soviets"""
8528,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=225,2014-12-04T19:29:00,Suurta-Osavaltio,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22680557#p22680557"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Suurta-Osavaltio <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22680531#p22680531"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Joni grinned, knowing that to put his gun down could mean suicide. If the other man was reasonable, he would understand this. ""Perhaps I am a fool, but this should prove to you that I am not here to sack, or raid, anything. As to the Russians, you don't have to worry about me. I am Finnish. We hate the Russians more than just about anyone. Surely you understand why I am not going to put my weapon down. I am much smarter than that.""</div></blockquote><br/>""I understand, but you also must understand. We have bigger guns, and better ones. Please don't do anything rash, and don't make the same mistake your nation did to the Soviets""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Joni smiled, realising that this man was no soldier. The size of one's weapon mattered little when the opponent is a more skilled shooter. ""I see that you know your history, then. I will not do anything rash, as long as your party does the same. If I am threatened, I will have to retaliate."""
8529,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=225,2014-12-04T19:30:00,New Jordslag,"<blockquote><div><cite>Suurta-Osavaltio <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22680531#p22680531"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Jordslag <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22680472#p22680472"">wrote</a>:</cite>Takihiro nodded. Most likely, it was a stubborn band of Survivalists, like them. The difference was that they likely had more and bigger weapons. He turned to Matvei. ""Russian, find Machine Gun bullets. Should we get shot at, it could be decisive."" Then he turned to Joni. ""You are a fool to carry around a wounded woman, but a honourable fool. Drop the weapon. We do not wish to shoot you, but we can take no chances with strangers due to the roaming Russians.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Joni grinned, knowing that to put his gun down could mean suicide. If the other man was reasonable, he would understand this. ""Perhaps I am a fool, but this should prove to you that I am not here to sack, or raid, anything. As to the Russians, you don't have to worry about me. I am Finnish. We hate the Russians more than just about anyone. Surely you understand why I am not going to put my weapon down. I am much smarter than that.""</div></blockquote><br/>""I'm not asking you to kick it away or anything. And the Russian here is on probation. But put. The Gun. Down."" Takihiro said in a slow and clearly annoyed voice. ""I understand, but security measures are security measures. If it helps any, I can aid the wounded Woman. I was trained in First Aid in the army. Now just put down the gun so I can put down mine."" Takihiro made a point of this by flicking the safety on, though he kept his finger on it, with the rifle aimed at Joni. ""Tell her to also come out of cover. I give my word as a Honourable Japanese Soldier that I will not kill either of you unless you shoot first."""
8530,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=225,2014-12-04T19:31:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Suurta-Osavaltio <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22680604#p22680604"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22680557#p22680557"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I understand, but you also must understand. We have bigger guns, and better ones. Please don't do anything rash, and don't make the same mistake your nation did to the Soviets""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Joni smiled, realising that this man was no soldier. The size of one's weapon mattered little when the opponent is a more skilled shooter. ""I see that you know your history, then. I will not do anything rash, as long as your party does the same. If I am threatened, I will have to retaliate.""</div></blockquote><br/>""We will lower our weapons if you lower yours"""
8531,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=225,2014-12-04T19:33:00,Suurta-Osavaltio,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Jordslag <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22680608#p22680608"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Suurta-Osavaltio <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22680531#p22680531"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Joni grinned, knowing that to put his gun down could mean suicide. If the other man was reasonable, he would understand this. ""Perhaps I am a fool, but this should prove to you that I am not here to sack, or raid, anything. As to the Russians, you don't have to worry about me. I am Finnish. We hate the Russians more than just about anyone. Surely you understand why I am not going to put my weapon down. I am much smarter than that.""</div></blockquote><br/>""I'm not asking you to kick it away or anything. And the Russian here is on probation. But put. The Gun. Down."" Takihiro said in a slow and clearly annoyed voice. ""I understand, but security measures are security measures. If it helps any, I can aid the wounded Woman. I was trained in First Aid in the army. Now just put down the gun so I can put down mine."" Takihiro made a point of this by flicking the safety on, though he kept his finger on it, with the rifle aimed at Joni. ""Tell her to also come out of cover. I give my word as a Honourable Japanese Soldier that I will not kill either of you unless you shoot first.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Joni sighed, realising that no matter what, he had to trust these people. They hadn't shot him on sight, which said something about their intentions. He noticed that the Japanese soldier applied the safety to his weapon. Joni started to bend at the knees slowly, lowering his handgun towards the floor. ""Okay, I will place my handgun on the floor."" He shouted to Janet, who hopefully wouldn't do anything stupid, ""You should come out. These people will not harm you."""
8532,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=225,2014-12-04T19:34:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Suurta-Osavaltio <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22680658#p22680658"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Jordslag <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22680608#p22680608"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I'm not asking you to kick it away or anything. And the Russian here is on probation. But put. The Gun. Down."" Takihiro said in a slow and clearly annoyed voice. ""I understand, but security measures are security measures. If it helps any, I can aid the wounded Woman. I was trained in First Aid in the army. Now just put down the gun so I can put down mine."" Takihiro made a point of this by flicking the safety on, though he kept his finger on it, with the rifle aimed at Joni. ""Tell her to also come out of cover. I give my word as a Honourable Japanese Soldier that I will not kill either of you unless you shoot first.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Joni sighed, realising that no matter what, he had to trust these people. They hadn't shot him on sight, which said something about their intentions. He noticed that the Japanese soldier applied the safety to his weapon. Joni started to bend at the knees slowly, lowering his handgun towards the floor. ""Okay, I will place my handgun on the floor."" He shouted to Janet, who hopefully wouldn't do anything stupid, ""You should come out. These people will not harm you.""</div></blockquote><br/>William slowly approached the man and picked up the pistol ""Nice gun you have here"""
8533,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=225,2014-12-04T19:36:00,New Hunteria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Suurta-Osavaltio <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22680658#p22680658"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Jordslag <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22680608#p22680608"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I'm not asking you to kick it away or anything. And the Russian here is on probation. But put. The Gun. Down."" Takihiro said in a slow and clearly annoyed voice. ""I understand, but security measures are security measures. If it helps any, I can aid the wounded Woman. I was trained in First Aid in the army. Now just put down the gun so I can put down mine."" Takihiro made a point of this by flicking the safety on, though he kept his finger on it, with the rifle aimed at Joni. ""Tell her to also come out of cover. I give my word as a Honourable Japanese Soldier that I will not kill either of you unless you shoot first.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Joni sighed, realising that no matter what, he had to trust these people. They hadn't shot him on sight, which said something about their intentions. He noticed that the Japanese soldier applied the safety to his weapon. Joni started to bend at the knees slowly, lowering his handgun towards the floor. ""Okay, I will place my handgun on the floor."" He shouted to Janet, who hopefully wouldn't do anything stupid, ""You should come out. These people will not harm you.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Janet yelled from inside the store ""Bullcrap!"" Janet thought that theses were just bandits going to kill them and take their stuff, she readied her gun again."
8534,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=225,2014-12-04T19:38:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Hunteria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22680697#p22680697"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Suurta-Osavaltio <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22680658#p22680658"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Joni sighed, realising that no matter what, he had to trust these people. They hadn't shot him on sight, which said something about their intentions. He noticed that the Japanese soldier applied the safety to his weapon. Joni started to bend at the knees slowly, lowering his handgun towards the floor. ""Okay, I will place my handgun on the floor."" He shouted to Janet, who hopefully wouldn't do anything stupid, ""You should come out. These people will not harm you.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Janet yelled from inside the store ""Bullcrap!"" Janet thought that theses were just bandits going to kill them and take their stuff, she readied her gun again.</div></blockquote><br/>""It's okay! We won't hurt you! My name is William! What is yours?"" Will yelled, his teacher instincts kicking in.<br/><br/>Charisma: 5"
8535,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=225,2014-12-04T19:42:00,New Jordslag,"<blockquote><div><cite>Suurta-Osavaltio <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22680658#p22680658"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Jordslag <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22680608#p22680608"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I'm not asking you to kick it away or anything. And the Russian here is on probation. But put. The Gun. Down."" Takihiro said in a slow and clearly annoyed voice. ""I understand, but security measures are security measures. If it helps any, I can aid the wounded Woman. I was trained in First Aid in the army. Now just put down the gun so I can put down mine."" Takihiro made a point of this by flicking the safety on, though he kept his finger on it, with the rifle aimed at Joni. ""Tell her to also come out of cover. I give my word as a Honourable Japanese Soldier that I will not kill either of you unless you shoot first.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Joni sighed, realising that no matter what, he had to trust these people. They hadn't shot him on sight, which said something about their intentions. He noticed that the Japanese soldier applied the safety to his weapon. Joni started to bend at the knees slowly, lowering his handgun towards the floor. ""Okay, I will place my handgun on the floor."" He shouted to Janet, who hopefully wouldn't do anything stupid, ""You should come out. These people will not harm you.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Good choice, friend. Any Pride-Filled Russian would have shot one of us instead of putting the gun down, and we would have had to kill him. I still have several questions for you, friend, but for now you seem trustworthy."" He marched past Joni. ""The woman; she isn't coming out, is she? No matter."" He followed the sound of her voice, and when nearing her position, he said, quite simply: ""I am here to treat your wounds and protect you. Please step out. Russians will be here soon, and we can't leave you to them."""
8536,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=225,2014-12-04T19:44:00,New Hunteria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22680719#p22680719"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Hunteria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22680697#p22680697"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Janet yelled from inside the store ""Bullcrap!"" Janet thought that theses were just bandits going to kill them and take their stuff, she readied her gun again.</div></blockquote><br/>""It's okay! We won't hurt you! My name is William! What is yours?"" Will yelled, his teacher instincts kicking in.<br/><br/>Charisma: 5</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Janet thought to herself {screw it} she walked out in view of the man, gun aimed at him. ""If any of you aim your gun at me ill blow it out of your hand,"""
8537,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=225,2014-12-04T19:44:00,The Unites State-Of-Minds,"The trek to the market had been largely uneventful, giving Daniel plenty of time to think over what he would be devoting his time looking for. But much to his surprise, upon arrival they stumbled across more survivors hiding out in the market. The banter between will and the unknown individual seemed to indicate there weren't too many within the building, but betrayed nothing of its contents. Knowing his combat skills were nonexistent, he took to the notion that he could certainly better apply himself elsewhere. Taking the opportunity to quietly excuse himself, he slipped through one of the open doors to the market, careful not to step on broken glass anywhere, and took a look around.<br/><br/>[Looks for: Rutsack, Pharmaceuticals, knives/scissors]<br/><br/>[Skills: Stealth: 4, Agility: 3, intelligence: 8, looting: 3, ingenuity: 5]"
8538,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=225,2014-12-04T19:45:00,Suurta-Osavaltio,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Jordslag <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22680767#p22680767"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Suurta-Osavaltio <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22680658#p22680658"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Joni sighed, realising that no matter what, he had to trust these people. They hadn't shot him on sight, which said something about their intentions. He noticed that the Japanese soldier applied the safety to his weapon. Joni started to bend at the knees slowly, lowering his handgun towards the floor. ""Okay, I will place my handgun on the floor."" He shouted to Janet, who hopefully wouldn't do anything stupid, ""You should come out. These people will not harm you.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Good choice, friend. Any Pride-Filled Russian would have shot one of us instead of putting the gun down, and we would have had to kill him. I still have several questions for you, friend, but for now you seem trustworthy."" He marched past Joni. ""The woman; she isn't coming out, is she? No matter."" He followed the sound of her voice, and when nearing her position, he said, quite simply: ""I am here to treat your wounds and protect you. Please step out. Russians will be here soon, and we can't leave you to them.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Joni wasn't sure what sort of interrogation he'd be subjected to, but he figured it wasn't anything he hadn't been trained to handle. He remembered his breakout case in Finland, where he had brought down an Estonian human-trafficking ring. He remembered the pain that he was subjected to in the hands of the brutal mobsters. He didn't think that these people would be evil to that extent, but he was prepared for anything."
8539,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=225,2014-12-04T19:46:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Hunteria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22680784#p22680784"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22680719#p22680719"">wrote</a>:</cite>""It's okay! We won't hurt you! My name is William! What is yours?"" Will yelled, his teacher instincts kicking in.<br/><br/>Charisma: 5</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Janet thought to herself {screw it} she walked out in view of the man, gun aimed at him. ""If any of you aim your gun at me ill blow it out of your hand,""</div></blockquote><br/>""Hello dear, I am Will. What is your name?""<br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Results for Daniel:</span>He sneaks away, unseen. He finds a Chef's knife 2 Backpacks and 6 bottles of aspirin"
8540,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=225,2014-12-04T19:48:00,New Hunteria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22680822#p22680822"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Hunteria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22680784#p22680784"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Janet thought to herself {screw it} she walked out in view of the man, gun aimed at him. ""If any of you aim your gun at me ill blow it out of your hand,""</div></blockquote><br/>""Hello dear, I am Will. What is your name?""<br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Results for Daniel:</span> He sneaks away, unseen. He finds a Chef's knife 2 Backpacks and 6 bottles of aspirin</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Gun still trained on the man Janet says ""Janet"", She understood the man was being friendly but she coudnt take any chances."
8541,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=225,2014-12-04T19:49:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Hunteria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22680840#p22680840"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22680822#p22680822"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Hello dear, I am Will. What is your name?""<br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Results for Daniel:</span> He sneaks away, unseen. He finds a Chef's knife 2 Backpacks and 6 bottles of aspirin</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Gun still trained on the man Janet says ""Janet"", She understood the man was being friendly but she coudnt take any chances.</div></blockquote><br/>""What did you do before this? I was a historian and history professor"""
8542,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=225,2014-12-04T19:50:00,New Jordslag,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Hunteria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22680784#p22680784"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22680719#p22680719"">wrote</a>:</cite>""It's okay! We won't hurt you! My name is William! What is yours?"" Will yelled, his teacher instincts kicking in.<br/><br/>Charisma: 5</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Janet thought to herself {screw it} she walked out in view of the man, gun aimed at him. ""If any of you aim your gun at me ill blow it out of your hand,""</div></blockquote><br/>Takihiro immediately dropped his gun and walked up to her wound. After a few moments of looking at it, he said: ""This is worse than you thought. I don't have nearly enough equipment to treat it here, but I might back at our base. If we don't treat it very soon, it runs a very high risk of getting infected. So, those odds considered, want to come back with us?"""
8543,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=225,2014-12-04T19:51:00,New Hunteria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22680852#p22680852"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Hunteria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22680840#p22680840"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Gun still trained on the man Janet says ""Janet"", She understood the man was being friendly but she coudnt take any chances.</div></blockquote><br/>""What did you do before this? I was a historian and history professor""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""I made Video games.... and Hunted with my father"" she still was weary of the mans companions."
8544,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=225,2014-12-04T19:52:00,Saint Morning,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Jordslag <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22680767#p22680767"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Suurta-Osavaltio <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22680658#p22680658"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Joni sighed, realising that no matter what, he had to trust these people. They hadn't shot him on sight, which said something about their intentions. He noticed that the Japanese soldier applied the safety to his weapon. Joni started to bend at the knees slowly, lowering his handgun towards the floor. ""Okay, I will place my handgun on the floor."" He shouted to Janet, who hopefully wouldn't do anything stupid, ""You should come out. These people will not harm you.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Good choice, friend. Any Pride-Filled Russian would have shot one of us instead of putting the gun down, and we would have had to kill him. I still have several questions for you, friend, but for now you seem trustworthy."" He marched past Joni. ""The woman; she isn't coming out, is she? No matter."" He followed the sound of her voice, and when nearing her position, he said, quite simply: ""I am here to treat your wounds and protect you. Please step out. Russians will be here soon, and we can't leave you to them.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Hannah eyed the screen from a far, but couldn't help but shake her head. Was this really necessary? Though she didn't openly said anything, not wanting to upset the Japanese man with a loaded gun. Especially when he still had his doubts about her. She simply crossed her arms and waited for the events to unfold"
8545,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=225,2014-12-04T19:52:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Hunteria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22680871#p22680871"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22680852#p22680852"">wrote</a>:</cite>""What did you do before this? I was a historian and history professor""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""I made Video games.... and Hunted with my father"" she still was weary of the mans companions.</div></blockquote><br/>""He is right, your arm is bad. What kind of games did you make?"""
8546,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=225,2014-12-04T19:53:00,New Hunteria,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Jordslag <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22680862#p22680862"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Hunteria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22680784#p22680784"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Janet thought to herself {screw it} she walked out in view of the man, gun aimed at him. ""If any of you aim your gun at me ill blow it out of your hand,""</div></blockquote><br/>Takihiro immediately dropped his gun and walked up to her wound. After a few moments of looking at it, he said: ""This is worse than you thought. I don't have nearly enough equipment to treat it here, but I might back at our base. If we don't treat it very soon, it runs a very high risk of getting infected. So, those odds considered, want to come back with us?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>"" If it means i don't die, sure"" Janet was getting drowsy again, she realized she would pass out again soon.<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22680880#p22680880"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Hunteria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22680871#p22680871"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""I made Video games.... and Hunted with my father"" she still was weary of the mans companions.</div></blockquote><br/>""He is right, your arm is bad. What kind of games did you make?""</div></blockquote><br/>""You know...... Fps's stuff like that."""
8547,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=250,2014-12-04T19:53:00,The Unites State-Of-Minds,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22680822#p22680822"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-style: italic"">Results for Daniel:</span> He sneaks away, unseen. He finds a Chef's knife 2 Backpacks and 6 bottles of aspirin</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Daniel was happy enough with his initial findings, but felt they lacked volume. He debated for a moment about checking up front where everyone was, but he hadn't heard gunfire quite yet, so things were either gridlocked or continuing peacefully. Well, or everyone was dead on the spot having been taken down by a group of blade wielding marauders. No, such thoughts did no good. Resolving to set aside the negativity he usually immersed himself in, he decided to look about again. This time taking inventory of the market, the general location of goods and such. He could spare a specific search after.<br/><br/>[Skills: Stealth: 4, Agility: 3, intelligence: 8, looting: 3, ingenuity: 5]"
8548,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=250,2014-12-04T19:54:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Hunteria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22680900#p22680900"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Jordslag <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22680862#p22680862"">wrote</a>:</cite>Takihiro immediately dropped his gun and walked up to her wound. After a few moments of looking at it, he said: ""This is worse than you thought. I don't have nearly enough equipment to treat it here, but I might back at our base. If we don't treat it very soon, it runs a very high risk of getting infected. So, those odds considered, want to come back with us?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>"" If it means i don't die, sure"" Janet was getting drowsy again, she realized she would pass out again soon. <blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22680880#p22680880"">wrote</a>:</cite>""He is right, your arm is bad. What kind of games did you make?""</div></blockquote><br/>""You know...... Fps's stuff like that.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Any I might have played?"""
8549,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=250,2014-12-04T19:55:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Unites State-Of-Minds <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22680906#p22680906"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22680822#p22680822"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-style: italic"">Results for Daniel:</span> He sneaks away, unseen. He finds a Chef's knife 2 Backpacks and 6 bottles of aspirin</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Daniel was happy enough with his initial findings, but felt they lacked volume. He debated for a moment about checking up front where everyone was, but he hadn't heard gunfire quite yet, so things were either gridlocked or continuing peacefully. Well, or everyone was dead on the spot having been taken down by a group of blade wielding marauders. No, such thoughts did no good. Resolving to set aside the negativity he usually immersed himself in, he decided to look about again. This time taking inventory of the market, the general location of goods and such. He could spare a specific search after. <br/><br/>[Skills: Stealth: 4, Agility: 3, intelligence: 8, looting: 3, ingenuity: 5]</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Results:</span>Daniel finds a door to the storage, it's unlocked, but has never been opened"
8550,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=250,2014-12-04T19:56:00,Saint Morning,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Hunteria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22680871#p22680871"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22680852#p22680852"">wrote</a>:</cite>""What did you do before this? I was a historian and history professor""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""I made Video games.... and Hunted with my father"" she still was weary of the mans companions.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Hannah made her way towards Will and the strange girl, she nodded at Will one before turning to Janet, with a smile on her face, she introduced herself. ""Hello, my names Hannah, it's nice to meet you"" She said, hands dropping to her side"
8551,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=250,2014-12-04T19:57:00,Righteous Swords,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saint Sauveux <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22680467#p22680467"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Cami looked at the man who emerged from the room, backing up slightly. He was definitely military, and she figured he could definitely overpower her if he needed to. She held the shotgun in a position that said she was ready to use it, but wasn't immediately violent. ""If you're here to look for supplies, you're out of luck. We don't have any here. We have a big group of armed people who should be coming back soon, so don't do anything rash.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Wojtek nodded his grudging agreement before simply turning and walking into the room with the fire, sitting down in front of it and warming his hands.<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Cholera... Jest mi zimno...</span>""<br/><br/>Pulling off his scarf and his backpack, he busied himself rummaging through it."
8552,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=250,2014-12-04T19:57:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saint Morning <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22680943#p22680943"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Hunteria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22680871#p22680871"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""I made Video games.... and Hunted with my father"" she still was weary of the mans companions.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Hannah made her way towards Will and the strange girl, she nodded at Will one before turning to Janet, with a smile on her face, she introduced herself. ""Hello, my names Hannah, it's nice to meet you"" She said, hands dropping to her side</div></blockquote><br/>William was surprised at the young woman appearing out of nowhere ""Hello Hannah, have you met our video game designer with a gun?"" He asked, a joking tone in his voice."
8553,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=250,2014-12-04T19:58:00,New Hunteria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22680912#p22680912"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Hunteria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22680900#p22680900"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>"" If it means i don't die, sure"" Janet was getting drowsy again, she realized she would pass out again soon. <br/>""You know...... Fps's stuff like that.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Any I might have played?""</div></blockquote><br/>Have you heard of Forbidden...the Unsung war?<br/><br/><br/>(ooc: i randomly made that up)"
8554,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=250,2014-12-04T19:58:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Hunteria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22680970#p22680970"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22680912#p22680912"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Any I might have played?""</div></blockquote><br/>Have you heard of Forbidden...the Unsung war?<br/><br/><br/>(ooc: i randomly made that up)</div></blockquote><br/>""I think so, what was it about?""<br/><br/>OOC: Make it historical."
8555,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=250,2014-12-04T19:59:00,The Unites State-Of-Minds,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22680929#p22680929"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-style: italic"">Results:</span> Daniel finds a door to the storage, it's unlocked, but has never been opened</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Daniel cracks the door, testing first if the hinges squeaked loudly. If they weren't particularly quiet he could always check for some Crisco somewhere to smooth things out. If things werent too loud, then the contents of the room would be of immediate interest.<br/><br/>[Skill: Stealth: 4, Intelligence: 8]"
8556,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=250,2014-12-04T19:59:00,New Hunteria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saint Morning <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22680943#p22680943"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Hunteria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22680871#p22680871"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""I made Video games.... and Hunted with my father"" she still was weary of the mans companions.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Hannah made her way towards Will and the strange girl, she nodded at Will one before turning to Janet, with a smile on her face, she introduced herself. ""Hello, my names Hannah, it's nice to meet you"" She said, hands dropping to her side</div></blockquote><br/>"" oh.....Hello... Im Janet."" Janet was feeling more comfortable around them, she lowered the gun to her side."
8557,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=250,2014-12-04T20:00:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Unites State-Of-Minds <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22680987#p22680987"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22680929#p22680929"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-style: italic"">Results:</span> Daniel finds a door to the storage, it's unlocked, but has never been opened</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Daniel cracks the door, testing first if the hinges squeaked loudly. If they weren't particularly quiet he could always check for some Crisco somewhere to smooth things out. If things werent too loud, then the contents of the room would be of immediate interest. <br/><br/>[Skill: Stealth: 4, Intelligence: 8]</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Results</span>The door is completely silent."
8558,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=250,2014-12-04T20:00:00,Saint Sauveux,"<blockquote><div><cite>Righteous Swords <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22680960#p22680960"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Saint Sauveux <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22680467#p22680467"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Cami looked at the man who emerged from the room, backing up slightly. He was definitely military, and she figured he could definitely overpower her if he needed to. She held the shotgun in a position that said she was ready to use it, but wasn't immediately violent. ""If you're here to look for supplies, you're out of luck. We don't have any here. We have a big group of armed people who should be coming back soon, so don't do anything rash.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Wojtek nodded his grudging agreement before simply turning and walking into the room with the fire, sitting down in front of it and warming his hands. <br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Cholera... Jest mi zimno...</span>""<br/><br/>Pulling off his scarf and his backpack, he busied himself rummaging through it.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Cami was surprised with the man's behaviour. She had at least expected some resistance. She was glad that she hadn't had to do anything violent, though. Violence wasn't in her nature, at least, as far as she knew. ""Hey, where are you going?"" She followed him to the other room, realising that he was probably cold. She sat down on the other side of the fire, looking across the flames at the random man. ""Well, who are you? And what are you doing here?"""
8559,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=250,2014-12-04T20:00:00,New Hunteria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22680982#p22680982"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Hunteria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22680970#p22680970"">wrote</a>:</cite>Have you heard of Forbidden...the Unsung war?<br/><br/><br/>(ooc: i randomly made that up)</div></blockquote><br/>""I think so, what was it about?""<br/><br/>OOC: Make it historical.</div></blockquote><br/>""It was about the Winter War during ww2, it's like a MMO."""
8560,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=250,2014-12-04T20:01:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Hunteria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22681002#p22681002"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22680982#p22680982"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I think so, what was it about?""<br/><br/>OOC: Make it historical.</div></blockquote><br/>""It was about the Winter War during ww2, it's like a MMO.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Oh yeah! I had my students play it with me during class! I was awesome!"""
8561,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=250,2014-12-04T20:02:00,New Jordslag,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22680880#p22680880"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Hunteria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22680871#p22680871"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""I made Video games.... and Hunted with my father"" she still was weary of the mans companions.</div></blockquote><br/>""He is right, your arm is bad. What kind of games did you make?""</div></blockquote><br/>Takihiro picked up his rifle. ""If any of you even care, I was from Nemuro, a Port Town in Northern Hokkaido. It was one of the first things in Japan hit by Russian bombers. The whole thing was blown up in a few minutes. I only lived because I was at Camp Obihiro, outside the city of Obihiro. I fought, but was wounded and left for dead. By the time I woke up, healing in a Elderly Japanese lady's home, Japan had already surrendered. So I went to America to kill some Russians."" He chuckled. ""My father said I would be good at nothing but hurting people. I guess he was somewhat right."" Then he looked nervously outside. ""We only have so much time. Gather what supplies you can, then let's get back to base."" Then Takihiro began to look for supplies.<br/><br/>Intelligence: 4<br/>Ingenuity: 1<br/>Looting: 1"
8562,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=250,2014-12-04T20:02:00,Saint Morning,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22680964#p22680964"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Saint Morning <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22680943#p22680943"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Hannah made her way towards Will and the strange girl, she nodded at Will one before turning to Janet, with a smile on her face, she introduced herself. ""Hello, my names Hannah, it's nice to meet you"" She said, hands dropping to her side</div></blockquote><br/>William was surprised at the young woman appearing out of nowhere ""Hello Hannah, have you met our video game designer with a gun?"" He asked, a joking tone in his voice.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Hannah raised a brow and grinned. ""Really, thank god! finally someone who can create some form of entertainment"" to lighten the mood"" . She joked turning towards Will ""So what's the plan now?"""
8563,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=250,2014-12-04T20:03:00,The Blackdown Hills,"Matvei had been observing quietly, comfortable with himself. He decided that he'd had enough of standing around, so he went into the store. He passed by the Finn, but gave the man a very unfriendly look as he passed him. He said something in Russian very aggressively as he walked by, hoping that the group would hear him. He started to look around the shelves, but he wasn't very careful."
8564,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=250,2014-12-04T20:04:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Jordslag <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22681018#p22681018"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22680880#p22680880"">wrote</a>:</cite>""He is right, your arm is bad. What kind of games did you make?""</div></blockquote><br/>Takihiro picked up his rifle. ""If any of you even care, I was from Nemuro, a Port Town in Northern Hokkaido. It was one of the first things in Japan hit by Russian bombers. The whole thing was blown up in a few minutes. I only lived because I was at Camp Obihiro, outside the city of Obihiro. I fought, but was wounded and left for dead. By the time I woke up, healing in a Elderly Japanese lady's home, Japan had already surrendered. So I went to America to kill some Russians."" He chuckled. ""My father said I would be good at nothing but hurting people. I guess he was somewhat right."" Then he looked nervously outside. ""We only have so much time. Gather what supplies you can, then let's get back to base."" Then Takihiro began to look for supplies.<br/><br/>Intelligence: 4<br/>Ingenuity: 1<br/>Looting: 1</div></blockquote><br/>""Take a look. I'll stay here""<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Matvei's Result:</span>Two shelves begin tipping over, right toward the man..."
8565,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=250,2014-12-04T20:05:00,The Unites State-Of-Minds,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22680998#p22680998"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-style: italic"">Results</span> The door is completely silent.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Daniel carefully opens the door, checking his footing as he goes, and slips through, careful not to close the door behind him. After grabbing a nearby object and sliding it between the door and the frame to prevent any unwanted shutting, He pulled the flashlight from his pocket to check dark spaces for anything of value. He was particularly interested in anything of medical value, although most anything would be worth noting. He did want a pen though.<br/><br/>[Skills: Stealth: 4, Agility: 3, intelligence: 8, looting: 3, ingenuity: 5]"
8566,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=250,2014-12-04T20:08:00,Righteous Swords,"[quote=""Saint Sauveux"";p=""22681000""]<br/>Cami was surprised with the man's behaviour. She had at least expected some resistance. She was glad that she hadn't had to do anything violent, though. Violence wasn't in her nature, at least, as far as she knew. ""Hey, where are you going?"" She followed him to the other room, realising that he was probably cold. She sat down on the other side of the fire, looking across the flames at the random man. ""Well, who are you? And what are you doing here?""[/quote<br/><br/>]Wojtek looked up as the girl sat down. In response to her question, he pointed a finger to himself.<br/><br/>""Wojtek""<br/><br/>He then answered her second question by fishing around in his backpack and pulling out the dead fox by the tail.<br/><br/>""Making dinner!"" He announced with a smile. He was quite happy now that he was out of the cold and had food.<br/><br/>((Wojtek is pronounced something like 'Voytek' if I'm not mistaken))"
8567,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=250,2014-12-04T20:09:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Unites State-Of-Minds <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22681055#p22681055"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22680998#p22680998"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-style: italic"">Results</span> The door is completely silent.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Daniel carefully opens the door, checking his footing as he goes, and slips through, careful not to close the door behind him. After grabbing a nearby object and sliding it between the door and the frame to prevent any unwanted shutting, He pulled the flashlight from his pocket to check dark spaces for anything of value. He was particularly interested in anything of medical value, although most anything would be worth noting. He did want a pen though. <br/><br/>[Skills: Stealth: 4, Agility: 3, intelligence: 8, looting: 3, ingenuity: 5]</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Results:</span>The Shelves are lined with hundreds of cans of food and bottles of water. No one seemed to have been in here for years<br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Russian Attack 01</span><br/><br/>Outside the building, 2 Russian Humvees and 30 Russian soldiers approached the Supermarket Their leader, a large man with a long beard, ordered the two Humvees armed with LMGs, to aim at the Market. 10 Men approached the store, their guns at the ready..."
8568,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=250,2014-12-04T20:10:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Jordslag <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22681018#p22681018"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22680880#p22680880"">wrote</a>:</cite>""He is right, your arm is bad. What kind of games did you make?""</div></blockquote><br/>Takihiro picked up his rifle. ""If any of you even care, I was from Nemuro, a Port Town in Northern Hokkaido. It was one of the first things in Japan hit by Russian bombers. The whole thing was blown up in a few minutes. I only lived because I was at Camp Obihiro, outside the city of Obihiro. I fought, but was wounded and left for dead. By the time I woke up, healing in a Elderly Japanese lady's home, Japan had already surrendered. So I went to America to kill some Russians."" He chuckled. ""My father said I would be good at nothing but hurting people. I guess he was somewhat right."" Then he looked nervously outside. ""We only have so much time. Gather what supplies you can, then let's get back to base."" Then Takihiro began to look for supplies.<br/><br/>Intelligence: 4<br/>Ingenuity: 1<br/>Looting: 1</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Results</span>: Nothing is found but moldy bread."
8569,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=250,2014-12-04T20:13:00,The Blackdown Hills,"Matvei swore quite loudly in his native tongue, moving quickly to get out of the way of the tipping shelves. He cursed the shelves as he brushed himself off. He went back towards the humvee, sitting on the back seat, ready to use the weapon if he wanted to. It made him realise that he didn't know about the availability of ammunition for the weapon. He searched the vehicle for any sort of ammunition.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22681081#p22681081"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Unites State-Of-Minds <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22681055#p22681055"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Daniel carefully opens the door, checking his footing as he goes, and slips through, careful not to close the door behind him. After grabbing a nearby object and sliding it between the door and the frame to prevent any unwanted shutting, He pulled the flashlight from his pocket to check dark spaces for anything of value. He was particularly interested in anything of medical value, although most anything would be worth noting. He did want a pen though. <br/><br/>[Skills: Stealth: 4, Agility: 3, intelligence: 8, looting: 3, ingenuity: 5]</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Results:</span>The Shelves are lined with hundreds of cans of food and bottles of water. No one seemed to have been in here for years<br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Russian Attack 01</span><br/><br/>Outside the building, 2 Russian Humvees and 30 Russian soldiers approached the Supermarket Their leader, a large man with a long beard, ordered the two Humvees armed with LMGs, to aim at the Market. 10 Men approached the store, their guns at the ready...</div></blockquote><br/><br/>He heard multiple armoured vehicles approaching, but something sounded quite familiar. He recognised them quickly as being Russian. He looked out the window as stealthily as he could, seeing two GAZ Tigr vehicles armed with machine guns, as well as a large group of soldiers. Luckily the men were Russian army, and not special forces. Matvei quickly got out of the vehicle, shouting to the approaching soldiers in Russian, ""Hey, I am Russian. Do not fire on me, I am with you, brothers.""<br/><br/>Charisma: 6"
8570,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=250,2014-12-04T20:14:00,New Jordslag,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22681081#p22681081"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Unites State-Of-Minds <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22681055#p22681055"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Daniel carefully opens the door, checking his footing as he goes, and slips through, careful not to close the door behind him. After grabbing a nearby object and sliding it between the door and the frame to prevent any unwanted shutting, He pulled the flashlight from his pocket to check dark spaces for anything of value. He was particularly interested in anything of medical value, although most anything would be worth noting. He did want a pen though. <br/><br/>[Skills: Stealth: 4, Agility: 3, intelligence: 8, looting: 3, ingenuity: 5]</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Results:</span>The Shelves are lined with hundreds of cans of food and bottles of water. No one seemed to have been in here for years<br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Russian Attack 01</span><br/><br/>Outside the building, 2 Russian Humvees and 30 Russian soldiers approached the Supermarket Their leader, a large man with a long beard, ordered the two Humvees armed with LMGs, to aim at the Market. 10 Men approached the store, their guns at the ready...</div></blockquote><br/>""WILL!"" Takihiro yelled, assuming the role of Squad Leader. ""GET THE MACHINE GUN ON THE HUMVEE!"" He turned the safety off on his Rifle and shot at a Russian sitting in a Humvee with a gun. ""BANZAI!"" He screamed, going into full soldier-mode. Turning around briefly, he said: ""And for god's sake, Janet, help me! Will, Give Joni back his gun! Prepare for a Siege!"" He blasted off round after round from his rifle, using his excellent aim to hit them.<br/><br/>Shooting: 4"
8571,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=250,2014-12-04T20:15:00,Saint Sauveux,"<blockquote><div><cite>Righteous Swords <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22681078#p22681078"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Saint Sauveux <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22681000#p22681000"">wrote</a>:</cite>Cami was surprised with the man's behaviour. She had at least expected some resistance. She was glad that she hadn't had to do anything violent, though. Violence wasn't in her nature, at least, as far as she knew. ""Hey, where are you going?"" She followed him to the other room, realising that he was probably cold. She sat down on the other side of the fire, looking across the flames at the random man. ""Well, who are you? And what are you doing here?""[/quote<br/><br/>]Wojtek looked up as the girl sat down. In response to her question, he pointed a finger to himself.<br/><br/>""Wojtek"" <br/><br/>He then answered her second question by fishing around in his backpack and pulling out the dead fox by the tail.<br/><br/>""Making dinner!"" He announced with a smile. He was quite happy now that he was out of the cold and had food.<br/><br/>((Wojtek is pronounced something like 'Voytek' if I'm not mistaken))</div></blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/>Cami looked at the man with a confused face. He seemed to have become friendly awfully fast. She wasn't opposed to him making food, but she did worry that he might be doing something bad. She still didn't trust the newcomer. She kept her shotgun with her, but made sure to look a bit more friendly. ""Well, it's nice to meet you. I'm Camille, but people call me Cami."""
8572,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=275,2014-12-04T20:16:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Blackdown Hills <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22681124#p22681124"">wrote</a>:</cite>Matvei swore quite loudly in his native tongue, moving quickly to get out of the way of the tipping shelves. He cursed the shelves as he brushed himself off. He went back towards the humvee, sitting on the back seat, ready to use the weapon if he wanted to. It made him realise that he didn't know about the availability of ammunition for the weapon. He searched the vehicle for any sort of ammunition.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22681081#p22681081"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-style: italic"">Results:</span>The Shelves are lined with hundreds of cans of food and bottles of water. No one seemed to have been in here for years<br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Russian Attack 01</span><br/><br/>Outside the building, 2 Russian Humvees and 30 Russian soldiers approached the Supermarket Their leader, a large man with a long beard, ordered the two Humvees armed with LMGs, to aim at the Market. 10 Men approached the store, their guns at the ready...</div></blockquote><br/><br/>He heard multiple armoured vehicles approaching, but something sounded quite familiar. He recognised them quickly as being Russian. He looked out the window as stealthily as he could, seeing two GAZ Tigr vehicles armed with machine guns, as well as a large group of soldiers. Luckily the men were Russian army, and not special forces. Matvei quickly got out of the vehicle, shouting to the approaching soldiers in Russian, ""Hey, I am Russian. Do not fire on me, I am with you, brothers.""<br/><br/>Charisma: 6</div></blockquote><br/>The Russian leader looks puzzled, but responds ""NAME, RANK, UNIT!!""<br/><br/>William saw the events unfolding outside ""Get down"" He checked the pistol in his hands, he had 4 rounds to use. ""I'm going to the Hummer outside, cover me!""<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Results for Takihiro:</span>The gun only had one mag of 30 rounds. It was now at 5 rounds and he had only taken out 3 Russians"
8573,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=275,2014-12-04T20:18:00,New Hunteria,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Jordslag <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22681145#p22681145"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22681081#p22681081"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-style: italic"">Results:</span>The Shelves are lined with hundreds of cans of food and bottles of water. No one seemed to have been in here for years<br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Russian Attack 01</span><br/><br/>Outside the building, 2 Russian Humvees and 30 Russian soldiers approached the Supermarket Their leader, a large man with a long beard, ordered the two Humvees armed with LMGs, to aim at the Market. 10 Men approached the store, their guns at the ready...</div></blockquote><br/>""WILL!"" Takihiro yelled, assuming the role of Squad Leader. ""GET THE MACHINE GUN ON THE HUMVEE!"" He turned the safety off on his Rifle and shot at a Russian sitting in a Humvee with a gun. ""BANZAI!"" He screamed, going into full soldier-mode. Turning around briefly, he said: ""And for god's sake, Janet, help me! Will, Give Joni back his gun! Prepare for a Siege!"" He blasted off round after round from his rifle, using his excellent aim to hit them.<br/><br/>Shooting: 4</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Janet pulls out her m9 and shoots at the humvee's tires, and yells ""FIND COVER!""<br/><br/>Shooting: 6"
8574,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=275,2014-12-04T20:20:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Hunteria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22681190#p22681190"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Jordslag <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22681145#p22681145"">wrote</a>:</cite>""WILL!"" Takihiro yelled, assuming the role of Squad Leader. ""GET THE MACHINE GUN ON THE HUMVEE!"" He turned the safety off on his Rifle and shot at a Russian sitting in a Humvee with a gun. ""BANZAI!"" He screamed, going into full soldier-mode. Turning around briefly, he said: ""And for god's sake, Janet, help me! Will, Give Joni back his gun! Prepare for a Siege!"" He blasted off round after round from his rifle, using his excellent aim to hit them.<br/><br/>Shooting: 4</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Janet pulls out her m9 and shoots at the humvee's tires, and yells ""FIND COVER!""<br/><br/>Shooting: 6</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Results:</span>The tires are hit, but are undamagaed.<br/><br/>Will dashes to the Hummer, under a hail of bullets. He takes position and loads the gun."
8575,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=275,2014-12-04T20:20:00,The Blackdown Hills,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22681171#p22681171"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Blackdown Hills <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22681124#p22681124"">wrote</a>:</cite>Matvei swore quite loudly in his native tongue, moving quickly to get out of the way of the tipping shelves. He cursed the shelves as he brushed himself off. He went back towards the humvee, sitting on the back seat, ready to use the weapon if he wanted to. It made him realise that he didn't know about the availability of ammunition for the weapon. He searched the vehicle for any sort of ammunition.<br/><br/><br/><br/>He heard multiple armoured vehicles approaching, but something sounded quite familiar. He recognised them quickly as being Russian. He looked out the window as stealthily as he could, seeing two GAZ Tigr vehicles armed with machine guns, as well as a large group of soldiers. Luckily the men were Russian army, and not special forces. Matvei quickly got out of the vehicle, shouting to the approaching soldiers in Russian, ""Hey, I am Russian. Do not fire on me, I am with you, brothers.""<br/><br/>Charisma: 6</div></blockquote><br/>The Russian leader looks puzzled, but responds ""NAME, RANK, UNIT!!""<br/><br/>William saw the events unfolding outside ""Get down"" He checked the pistol in his hands, he had 4 rounds to use. ""I'm going to the Hummer outside, cover me!""<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Results for Takihiro:</span> The gun only had one mag of 30 rounds. It was now at 5 rounds and he had only taken out 3 Russians</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Matvei took cover alongside the Russian soldiers, looking at the commanding officer angrily. ""I am Senior Lieutenant Matvei Vasnetskov, Vympel. You do not speak to me in such a way.""<br/><br/>Charisma: 6"
8576,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=275,2014-12-04T20:22:00,New Hunteria,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Blackdown Hills <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22681215#p22681215"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22681171#p22681171"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Russian leader looks puzzled, but responds ""NAME, RANK, UNIT!!""<br/><br/>William saw the events unfolding outside ""Get down"" He checked the pistol in his hands, he had 4 rounds to use. ""I'm going to the Hummer outside, cover me!""<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Results for Takihiro:</span> The gun only had one mag of 30 rounds. It was now at 5 rounds and he had only taken out 3 Russians</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Matvei took cover alongside the Russian soldiers, looking at the commanding officer angrily. ""I am Senior Lieutenant Matvei Vasnetskov, Vympel. You do not speak to me in such a way.""<br/><br/>Charisma: 6</div></blockquote><br/>""RUSSIANS COME AND GET IT!"" Janet see's matvei talking to the other russians, and aims her gun at his leg, and fires.<br/>Shooting:6"
8577,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=275,2014-12-04T20:24:00,The Unites State-Of-Minds,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22681081#p22681081"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-style: italic"">Results:</span>The Shelves are lined with hundreds of cans of food and bottles of water. No one seemed to have been in here for years<br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Russian Attack 01</span><br/><br/>Outside the building, 2 Russian Humvees and 30 Russian soldiers approached the Supermarket Their leader, a large man with a long beard, ordered the two Humvees armed with LMGs, to aim at the Market. 10 Men approached the store, their guns at the ready...</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Well then...."" Daniel muttered to himself as he surveyed the stockpile of goods within the storeroom. There was significantly more then he would have expected. Tossing a few cans and water bottles into one of the backpacks he'd picked up earlier, he set the other beside the door. One pack would be enough to carry, although they may want to just consider reallocating themselves to the market and not have to move any of it. Then again, the market would probably be the first place looters would run to. ""Case in point"", as he thought of his own actions. Then the shouting started, which he wouldn't have noticed if not for the relative silence of the area. Then the Gunfire.<br/><br/>""Christ, can't these jackasses keep their shit together long enough to have a simple first encounter without excessive violence?"" Daniel continued to mutter a string of curses, as he exited the storeroom, pack slung over one arm, and made his way to a point of cover closer to the front of the building, where all the noise was coming from. From that point, it was observation only, although he did ready the chef's knife he picked up. If worst came to be, he knew enough that a good slash to the neck, even with his poor physical skill would be enough to end a man.<br/><br/>[Skill: Stealth: 4, Vigilance: 2]"
8578,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=275,2014-12-04T20:30:00,Australian Antarctica,"<span style=""font-style: italic"">Results</span>Daniel stays hidden. All bullets miss Matvei, an the rifle is out.<br/><br/>The Russian commander looks at the special forces man ""Get In a truck then!""<br/><br/><br/>Before shooting, William begins speaking ""Friends, why are we doing this? Isn't war what caused this? Why are we fighting? Lay down your weapons and we can resolve this peacefully!"""
8579,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=275,2014-12-04T20:32:00,Righteous Swords,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saint Sauveux <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22681164#p22681164"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Cami looked at the man with a confused face. He seemed to have become friendly awfully fast. She wasn't opposed to him making food, but she did worry that he might be doing something bad. She still didn't trust the newcomer. She kept her shotgun with her, but made sure to look a bit more friendly. ""Well, it's nice to meet you. I'm Camille, but people call me Cami.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Wojtek stood up and looked around the room for something to use to cook the fox, such as a makeshift skewer or pan.<br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Miło mi</span>. Nice to meet you Miss Cami. Do you maybe have cooking things? I can cook fox. Will probably taste like dirt, but it is food.""<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Intelligence: 3<br/>Looting: 2<br/>Ingenuity: 2</blockquote>"
8580,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=275,2014-12-04T20:33:00,New Hunteria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22681302#p22681302"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-style: italic"">Results</span> Daniel stays hidden. All bullets miss Matvei, an the rifle is out.<br/><br/>The Russian commander looks at the special forces man ""Get In a truck then!""<br/><br/><br/>Before shooting, William begins speaking ""Friends, why are we doing this? Isn't war what caused this? Why are we fighting? Lay down your weapons and we can resolve this peacefully!""</div></blockquote><br/>Janet then sits down, she was tired and needed food, her hoodie wasnt keeping her very warm. so she got up to check out what was happening."
8581,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=275,2014-12-04T20:37:00,Saint Sauveux,"<blockquote><div><cite>Righteous Swords <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22681331#p22681331"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Saint Sauveux <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22681164#p22681164"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Cami looked at the man with a confused face. He seemed to have become friendly awfully fast. She wasn't opposed to him making food, but she did worry that he might be doing something bad. She still didn't trust the newcomer. She kept her shotgun with her, but made sure to look a bit more friendly. ""Well, it's nice to meet you. I'm Camille, but people call me Cami.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Wojtek stood up and looked around the room for something to use to cook the fox, such as a makeshift skewer or pan.<br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Miło mi</span>. Nice to meet you Miss Cami. Do you maybe have cooking things? I can cook fox. Will probably taste like dirt, but it is food.""<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Intelligence: 3<br/>Looting: 2<br/>Ingenuity: 2</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/>Cami grinned, holding her hands out. ""We don't really have anything here. I'm sure there's some sort of metal lying about, but I don't know what you'd want. If you go searching, I can come along. I've got good eyes."""
8582,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=275,2014-12-04T20:38:00,The Blackdown Hills,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22681302#p22681302"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-style: italic"">Results</span> Daniel stays hidden. All bullets miss Matvei, an the rifle is out.<br/><br/>The Russian commander looks at the special forces man ""Get In a truck then!""<br/><br/><br/>Before shooting, William begins speaking ""Friends, why are we doing this? Isn't war what caused this? Why are we fighting? Lay down your weapons and we can resolve this peacefully!""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Matvei refuses to get into a truck, looking at one of the younger soldiers amongst the Russian ranks. ""Give me that weapon,"" he said in an angry voice. The young man complied, required to by Russian military customs. Matvei stayed behind cover near the Russian officer, popping up periodically to fire at the group of survivors. He aimed only for Takihiro, hoping to kill the Japanese man. He had already grown to hate Takihiro, but he felt that the others could be useful to him.<br/><br/>Shooting: 6"
8583,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=275,2014-12-04T20:43:00,Australian Antarctica,"The Russian commander orders a ceasefire, and the men fallow, in the parking lot, 4 Russians are dead and 2 are wounded. The Commander yells in near perfect English "" You have a valid point American, but you attacked us""<br/><br/>""We didn't, one of my party did. Now can we have a truce?"" William replied.<br/><br/>""I will ask the man that was with you"" he began to talk when the Matvei grabbed a rifle and began shoring, hitting The Japanese man in the hand ""HOLD YOUR FIRE NOW!"" He ordered, his men aiming their rifles at the Rogue russian"
8584,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=275,2014-12-04T20:47:00,The Blackdown Hills,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22681438#p22681438"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Russian commander orders a ceasefire, and the men fallow, in the parking lot, 4 Russians are dead and 2 are wounded. The Commander yells in near perfect English "" You have a valid point American, but you attacked us""<br/><br/>""We didn't, one of my party did. Now can we have a truce?"" William replied.<br/><br/>""I will ask the man that was with you"" he began to talk when the Matvei grabbed a rifle and began shoring, hitting The Japanese man in the hand ""HOLD YOUR FIRE NOW!"" He ordered, his men aiming their rifles at the Rogue russian</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Matvei looked at the Russian officer, angered beyond imagination. He was ready to beat the man to death. ""You do not give me orders, soldier. I am your superior. Or have you forgotten the rules of your own military?"" He threw the weapon to the ground, looking over at William. He stood there, surrounded by his own comrades, although he felt like he was at a disadvantage. He looked to the officer once more, ""These are decent people. The one who attacked us is an overly aggressive Japanese. It is unfortunate that I was not able to put that bullet through his skull, but I will settle for his hand."""
8585,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=275,2014-12-04T20:52:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Blackdown Hills <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22681461#p22681461"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22681438#p22681438"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Russian commander orders a ceasefire, and the men fallow, in the parking lot, 4 Russians are dead and 2 are wounded. The Commander yells in near perfect English "" You have a valid point American, but you attacked us""<br/><br/>""We didn't, one of my party did. Now can we have a truce?"" William replied.<br/><br/>""I will ask the man that was with you"" he began to talk when the Matvei grabbed a rifle and began shoring, hitting The Japanese man in the hand ""HOLD YOUR FIRE NOW!"" He ordered, his men aiming their rifles at the Rogue russian</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Matvei looked at the Russian officer, angered beyond imagination. He was ready to beat the man to death. ""You do not give me orders, soldier. I am your superior. Or have you forgotten the rules of your own military?"" He threw the weapon to the ground, looking over at William. He stood there, surrounded by his own comrades, although he felt like he was at a disadvantage. He looked to the officer once more, ""These are decent people. The one who attacked us is an overly aggressive Japanese. It is unfortunate that I was not able to put that bullet through his skull, but I will settle for his hand.""</div></blockquote><br/>The Commander looked at the special forces man ""What military? It was decimated"" he ordered the men to leave and so they did, leaving 3 dead bodies, with weapons and ammo.<br/>William swiveled his gun at the Russian ""Damnit Matvei, I trusted you, and you do this?!? You will pay, drop your gun and get on your knees"""
8586,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=275,2014-12-04T20:56:00,The Blackdown Hills,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22681518#p22681518"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Blackdown Hills <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22681461#p22681461"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Matvei looked at the Russian officer, angered beyond imagination. He was ready to beat the man to death. ""You do not give me orders, soldier. I am your superior. Or have you forgotten the rules of your own military?"" He threw the weapon to the ground, looking over at William. He stood there, surrounded by his own comrades, although he felt like he was at a disadvantage. He looked to the officer once more, ""These are decent people. The one who attacked us is an overly aggressive Japanese. It is unfortunate that I was not able to put that bullet through his skull, but I will settle for his hand.""</div></blockquote><br/>The Commander looked at the special forces man ""What military? It was decimated"" he ordered the men to leave and so they did, leaving 3 dead bodies, with weapons and ammo. <br/>William swiveled his gun at the Russian ""Damnit Matvei, I trusted you, and you do this?!? You will pay, drop your gun and get on your knees""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Matvei laughed, refusing to follow William's orders. He didn't respect the American nearly enough to listen to him. He instead walked towards William, his hands held out to the sides. He stopped less than a foot in front of William, looking directly into the teacher's eyes. ""Well, what are you going to do, professor? Shoot me, if you wish. I have nothing to lose. My country is gone, and my military has deserted me. Do your worst, American. Become the murderer.""<br/><br/>Charisma: 6<br/>Lying: 4"
8587,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=275,2014-12-04T20:58:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Blackdown Hills <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22681556#p22681556"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22681518#p22681518"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Commander looked at the special forces man ""What military? It was decimated"" he ordered the men to leave and so they did, leaving 3 dead bodies, with weapons and ammo. <br/>William swiveled his gun at the Russian ""Damnit Matvei, I trusted you, and you do this?!? You will pay, drop your gun and get on your knees""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Matvei laughed, refusing to follow William's orders. He didn't respect the American nearly enough to listen to him. He instead walked towards William, his hands held out to the sides. He stopped less than a foot in front of William, looking directly into the teacher's eyes. ""Well, what are you going to do, professor? Shoot me, if you wish. I have nothing to lose. My country is gone, and my military has deserted me. Do your worst, American. Become the murderer.""<br/><br/>Charisma: 6<br/>Lying: 4</div></blockquote><br/>William was in full rage now, he whipped out his pistol and shot the Russian in the right knee."
8588,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=275,2014-12-04T21:02:00,The Unites State-Of-Minds,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22681518#p22681518"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Commander looked at the special forces man ""What military? It was decimated"" he ordered the men to leave and so they did, leaving 3 dead bodies, with weapons and ammo. <br/>William swiveled his gun at the Russian ""Damnit Matvei, I trusted you, and you do this?!? You will pay, drop your gun and get on your knees""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Daniel watched quietly as the events outside unfolded. He rather liked the Russian officer, seemed to have a good enough head on his shoulders to know when to let things be. He would have to remember to provide a warm welcome if he came back. Matvei on the other hand. Such a disappointment. The group probably wouldn't work with him after this, and the reason was good enough not to argue this time around. However, Takihiro seemed to be of greater concern with his injury. Will could handle Matevi for the time being.<br/><br/>""Sup Eno, I see you've taken one for the team? Save your pride and stow your excuses and let me take a look at it. I'm patching you up, no arguments. We cant have you getting infected now, can we.""<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22681574#p22681574"">wrote</a>:</cite>William was in full rage now, he whipped out his pistol and shot the Russian in the right knee.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Daniel was surprised to hear another gunshot. Even more so to see that Matevi still lived after it."
8589,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=275,2014-12-04T21:05:00,The Blackdown Hills,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22681574#p22681574"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Blackdown Hills <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22681556#p22681556"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Matvei laughed, refusing to follow William's orders. He didn't respect the American nearly enough to listen to him. He instead walked towards William, his hands held out to the sides. He stopped less than a foot in front of William, looking directly into the teacher's eyes. ""Well, what are you going to do, professor? Shoot me, if you wish. I have nothing to lose. My country is gone, and my military has deserted me. Do your worst, American. Become the murderer.""<br/><br/>Charisma: 6<br/>Lying: 4</div></blockquote><br/>William was in full rage now, he whipped out his pistol and shot the Russian in the right knee.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Matvei went down, grimacing with the pain in his knee, but he stood back up. The knee was beyond destroyed, but he was able to put the pressure on his left leg. He spat at the American, ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Тёмба нахуй,</span>"" reverting back to Komi, his mother tongue. ""You are not tough, American. You are weak. This is why we were able to destroy your pathetic little country. Mother Russia is still alive, and we will return in force to smoke out the rest of your people."""
8590,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=275,2014-12-04T21:12:00,The Unites State-Of-Minds,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Blackdown Hills <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22681634#p22681634"">wrote</a>:</cite>Matvei went down, grimacing with the pain in his knee, but he stood back up. The knee was beyond destroyed, but he was able to put the pressure on his left leg. He spat at the American, ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Тёмба нахуй,</span>"" reverting back to Komi, his mother tongue. ""You are not tough, American. You are weak. This is why we were able to destroy your pathetic little country. Mother Russia is still alive, and we will return in force to smoke out the rest of your people.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Hearing Matvei's curses, Daniel excused himself from Takihiro, requesting just a moment. He strode quickly over to Matevi, and forced him to face himself. Leaning in, and looking the man dead in the eyes, he spoke softly so that only Matevi would hear.<br/><br/>""Родина умер мой друг. Deal with it.""<br/><br/>His point made, he pushed himself back, and returned to Takihiro to treat the wound.<br/><br/>[Skill: Stealth: 4, Agility: 3, Intelligence: 8]"
8591,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=275,2014-12-04T21:15:00,The Blackdown Hills,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Unites State-Of-Minds <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22681702#p22681702"">wrote</a>:</cite>Hearing Matvei's curses, Daniel excused himself from Takihiro, requesting just a moment. He strode quickly over to Matevi, and forced him to face himself. Leaning in, and looking the man dead in the eyes, he spoke softly. <br/><br/>""Родина умер мой друг. Deal with it.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Matvei looked at the other man with a smug grin, then looked back to William. ""Now that one, I like. He is straight to the point, and he speaks Russian. Why can't more of you be that way?"""
8592,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=275,2014-12-05T05:34:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Blackdown Hills <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22681734#p22681734"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Unites State-Of-Minds <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22681702#p22681702"">wrote</a>:</cite>Hearing Matvei's curses, Daniel excused himself from Takihiro, requesting just a moment. He strode quickly over to Matevi, and forced him to face himself. Leaning in, and looking the man dead in the eyes, he spoke softly. <br/><br/>""Родина умер мой друг. Deal with it.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Matvei looked at the other man with a smug grin, then looked back to William. ""Now that one, I like. He is straight to the point, and he speaks Russian. Why can't more of you be that way?""</div></blockquote><br/>""Вырезать дерьмо Матвей , все мы знаем , что вы ждалишанс уйти от нас. Теперь у вас есть шанс. Идите и найдите их и посмотреть, как это работает. Спойлер предупреждение : он не будет работать , они даже солдат для армии больше, потому что ваша армия ушла. Разрушенный же ракет, которые были использованы , чтобы уничтожить Японию, Германию , округ Колумбия, Нью-Йорк. Все . Так что если вы хотите , но не ожидать помощи от нас""<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Cut the crap Matvei, We all know that you were waiting for a chance to get away from us. Now you have a chance . Go find them and see how it works. Spoiler alert : it will not work , they do are even soldiers for your army anymore because your army is gone. Destroyed by the same rockets that were used to destroy Japan, Germany, the District of Columbia , New York . All . So go if you want to, but don't expect any help from us.</span>William responded, using the Russian he learned while traveling with his class in '08 to Finland and Russia, it was hard, but he thought he spoke it well. Fluent enough. Now he thought about how that just 7 years after that, the Russians had destroyed his home, his family, his life. He aimed the pistol at the man's left knee, but didn't shoot ""I won't shoot you again, not because I like you, but because I don't want to drag your ass back to the Town Hall"""
8593,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=275,2014-12-05T06:01:00,New Jordslag,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Unites State-Of-Minds <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22681702#p22681702"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Blackdown Hills <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22681634#p22681634"">wrote</a>:</cite>Matvei went down, grimacing with the pain in his knee, but he stood back up. The knee was beyond destroyed, but he was able to put the pressure on his left leg. He spat at the American, ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Тёмба нахуй,</span>"" reverting back to Komi, his mother tongue. ""You are not tough, American. You are weak. This is why we were able to destroy your pathetic little country. Mother Russia is still alive, and we will return in force to smoke out the rest of your people.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Hearing Matvei's curses, Daniel excused himself from Takihiro, requesting just a moment. He strode quickly over to Matevi, and forced him to face himself. Leaning in, and looking the man dead in the eyes, he spoke softly so that only Matevi would hear. <br/><br/>""Родина умер мой друг. Deal with it.""<br/><br/>His point made, he pushed himself back, and returned to Takihiro to treat the wound. <br/><br/>[Skill: Stealth: 4, Agility: 3, Intelligence: 8]</div></blockquote><br/>Takihiro nodded. ""Matvei is a traitor. I suggest we lock him in the Basement and throw away the key when we get back, as the saying goes. Anyway, thanks for treating my wound."" After being treated, he picked up his rifle and slammed it into Matvei's head once. Then, revenge satisfied, he began looting the Russian Bodies for their weapons and ammo."
8594,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=275,2014-12-05T13:25:00,The Blackdown Hills,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22684030#p22684030"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Blackdown Hills <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22681734#p22681734"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Matvei looked at the other man with a smug grin, then looked back to William. ""Now that one, I like. He is straight to the point, and he speaks Russian. Why can't more of you be that way?""</div></blockquote><br/>""Вырезать дерьмо Матвей , все мы знаем , что вы ждалишанс уйти от нас. Теперь у вас есть шанс. Идите и найдите их и посмотреть, как это работает. Спойлер предупреждение : он не будет работать , они даже солдат для армии больше, потому что ваша армия ушла. Разрушенный же ракет, которые были использованы , чтобы уничтожить Японию, Германию , округ Колумбия, Нью-Йорк. Все . Так что если вы хотите , но не ожидать помощи от нас"" <br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Cut the crap Matvei, We all know that you were waiting for a chance to get away from us. Now you have a chance . Go find them and see how it works. Spoiler alert : it will not work , they do are even soldiers for your army anymore because your army is gone. Destroyed by the same rockets that were used to destroy Japan, Germany, the District of Columbia , New York . All . So go if you want to, but don't expect any help from us.</span> William responded, using the Russian he learned while traveling with his class in '08 to Finland and Russia, it was hard, but he thought he spoke it well. Fluent enough. Now he thought about how that just 7 years after that, the Russians had destroyed his home, his family, his life. He aimed the pistol at the man's left knee, but didn't shoot ""I won't shoot you again, not because I like you, but because I don't want to drag your ass back to the Town Hall""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Matvei ignored the American professor, with his attempts to speak Russian. The man didn't speak Russian poorly, but Matvei hated to hear the language coming from the mouth of a foreigner.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Коркö узьланныд он, нэш ?""</span>He had an evil grin on his face, but it was clear that he was in pain. ""You can torture me, you can kill me, you can do whatever you want."" He sat down and started to sing a Komi folk song."
8595,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=275,2014-12-05T14:24:00,New Hunteria,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Blackdown Hills <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22687365#p22687365"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22684030#p22684030"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Вырезать дерьмо Матвей , все мы знаем , что вы ждалишанс уйти от нас. Теперь у вас есть шанс. Идите и найдите их и посмотреть, как это работает. Спойлер предупреждение : он не будет работать , они даже солдат для армии больше, потому что ваша армия ушла. Разрушенный же ракет, которые были использованы , чтобы уничтожить Японию, Германию , округ Колумбия, Нью-Йорк. Все . Так что если вы хотите , но не ожидать помощи от нас"" <br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Cut the crap Matvei, We all know that you were waiting for a chance to get away from us. Now you have a chance . Go find them and see how it works. Spoiler alert : it will not work , they do are even soldiers for your army anymore because your army is gone. Destroyed by the same rockets that were used to destroy Japan, Germany, the District of Columbia , New York . All . So go if you want to, but don't expect any help from us.</span> William responded, using the Russian he learned while traveling with his class in '08 to Finland and Russia, it was hard, but he thought he spoke it well. Fluent enough. Now he thought about how that just 7 years after that, the Russians had destroyed his home, his family, his life. He aimed the pistol at the man's left knee, but didn't shoot ""I won't shoot you again, not because I like you, but because I don't want to drag your ass back to the Town Hall""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Matvei ignored the American professor, with his attempts to speak Russian. The man didn't speak Russian poorly, but Matvei hated to hear the language coming from the mouth of a foreigner. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""Коркö узьланныд он, нэш ?""</span> He had an evil grin on his face, but it was clear that he was in pain. ""You can torture me, you can kill me, you can do whatever you want."" He sat down and started to sing a Komi folk song.</div></blockquote><br/>Janet runs over and begins to punch Matvei repeatedly across the face as well as kicking him and swearing loudly. ""YOU...STUPID...BLOODY RUSSIANS HAVE TO KILL EVERY ONE DONT YOU?!!!"" Janet pulls out her pistol and proceeds to hit him with the pistol."
8596,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=275,2014-12-05T14:36:00,New Jordslag,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Hunteria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22687881#p22687881"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Blackdown Hills <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22687365#p22687365"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Matvei ignored the American professor, with his attempts to speak Russian. The man didn't speak Russian poorly, but Matvei hated to hear the language coming from the mouth of a foreigner. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""Коркö узьланныд он, нэш ?""</span> He had an evil grin on his face, but it was clear that he was in pain. ""You can torture me, you can kill me, you can do whatever you want."" He sat down and started to sing a Komi folk song.</div></blockquote><br/>Janet runs over and begins to punch Matvei repeatedly across the face as well as kicking him and swearing loudly. ""YOU...STUPID...BLOODY RUSSIANS HAVE TO KILL EVERY ONE DONT YOU?!!!"" Janet pulls out her pistol and proceeds to hit him with the pistol.</div></blockquote><br/>Takihiro grabbed her arm. ""Enough,"" He said, giving Janet a cold stare. ""You are granting his wishes. No, I have a far nastier death in store for him, one with which you can help."" His hand unconsciously drifted to her shoulder, gripping it as if meaning to hold her back. However, it was his wounded hand, and he winced and pulled it off her shoulder. ""We need to ensure he will never shoot anybody in the hand again."" Then, before anybody could stop him, he let go of her and launched his foot into Matvei's face."
8597,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=300,2014-12-05T14:39:00,The Blackdown Hills,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Jordslag <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22687979#p22687979"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Hunteria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22687881#p22687881"">wrote</a>:</cite>Janet runs over and begins to punch Matvei repeatedly across the face as well as kicking him and swearing loudly. ""YOU...STUPID...BLOODY RUSSIANS HAVE TO KILL EVERY ONE DONT YOU?!!!"" Janet pulls out her pistol and proceeds to hit him with the pistol.</div></blockquote><br/>Takihiro grabbed her arm. ""Enough,"" He said, giving Janet a cold stare. ""You are granting his wishes. No, I have a far nastier death in store for him, one with which you can help."" His hand unconsciously drifted to her shoulder, gripping it as if meaning to hold her back. However, it was his wounded hand, and he winced and pulled it off her shoulder. ""We need to ensure he will never shoot anybody in the hand again."" Then, before anybody could stop him, he let go of her and launched his foot into Matvei's face.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Matvei stood his ground against the woman, who wasn't overly powerful. His nose was bleeding, and his face was sore, but he still smirked at her. ""Is that your best?"" He grew angry when the Japanese came over, hating the man. ""What do you think you can do? Shoot me? This will not help you."" Before Matvei could taunt Takihiro further, he felt the force of the man's foot hit him just under the cheekbone. Matvei could feel his rear teeth shatter, and he was sure that his jaw was broken, but he was unconscious before he hit the floor."
8598,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=300,2014-12-05T14:40:00,Capsland,"Edward woke up from his sleep and saw Cami talking to a stranger. He quickly jumped up and ran to Cami, separating Cami from this new stranger.<br/>""Who are you? Why are you here!?"" Edward stood tall, tying to look intimidating against the stranger. He started speaking to Cami, not looking at her and keeping his eyes on the man. ""Who is this guy? Is he a threat?""."
8599,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=300,2014-12-05T15:10:00,Australian Antarctica,"William got down from the Humvee, clearly shaken. He looked at the crumpled Russian on the ground and thought to himself<span style=""font-style: italic"">I did this, I hurt another human.</span>The thing was, he didn't care ""We should go look for some more supplies, I don't think our friend here will be bothering us anymore"" Will said, motioning to the Russian on the ground.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Results for Wotjek:</span>The man finds a pan under some books<br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Results for Takihiro:</span>240 AK rounds and 3 AKs are found, along with 3 MREs and 2 bottles of water."
8600,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=300,2014-12-05T15:12:00,Righteous Swords,"<blockquote><div><cite>Capsland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22688009#p22688009"">wrote</a>:</cite>Edward woke up from his sleep and saw Cami talking to a stranger. He quickly jumped up and ran to Cami, separating Cami from this new stranger.<br/>""Who are you? Why are you here!?"" Edward stood tall, tying to look intimidating against the stranger. He started speaking to Cami, not looking at her and keeping his eyes on the man. ""Who is this guy? Is he a threat?"".</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Wojtek blinked, looking up with surprise at the new arrive, a young man jabbering away in English. He had just found an old pan and was preparing to cook the fox. Looking between the two, he held up the dead fox and the frying pan and shrugged, hoping to clearly indicate his intent.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Charisma: 1 or lack-thereof</blockquote>"
8601,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=300,2014-12-05T15:30:00,New Jordslag,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22688205#p22688205"">wrote</a>:</cite>William got down from the Humvee, clearly shaken. He looked at the crumpled Russian on the ground and thought to himself <span style=""font-style: italic"">I did this, I hurt another human.</span> The thing was, he didn't care ""We should go look for some more supplies, I don't think our friend here will be bothering us anymore"" Will said, motioning to the Russian on the ground.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Results for Wotjek:</span> The man finds a pan under some books<br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Results for Takihiro:</span> 240 AK rounds and 3 AKs are found, along with 3 MREs and 2 bottles of water.</div></blockquote><br/>Takihiro immediately takes a swig of Water. ""Damn, I was thirsty."" He gasped, after pulling it away. ""Well, who wants some AKs? I could use one. My rifle is almost out of bullets. But, hey, at least I killed a few Russians and took out a Traitor."" He got up from the ground, kicking a Russian body aside as he went. ""But yeah, good idea Will. We will need all the supplies we can get. And once we get back, I suggest we assign ourselves Military ranks. Would be nice to know who is in charge."" Then he jogged into the store, looking around for food, water, or weapons.<br/><br/>Intelligence: 4<br/>Ingenuity: 1<br/>Looting: 1"
8602,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=300,2014-12-05T15:34:00,New Hunteria,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Jordslag <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22688358#p22688358"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22688205#p22688205"">wrote</a>:</cite>William got down from the Humvee, clearly shaken. He looked at the crumpled Russian on the ground and thought to himself <span style=""font-style: italic"">I did this, I hurt another human.</span> The thing was, he didn't care ""We should go look for some more supplies, I don't think our friend here will be bothering us anymore"" Will said, motioning to the Russian on the ground.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Results for Wotjek:</span> The man finds a pan under some books<br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Results for Takihiro:</span> 240 AK rounds and 3 AKs are found, along with 3 MREs and 2 bottles of water.</div></blockquote><br/>Takihiro immediately takes a swig of Water. ""Damn, I was thirsty."" He gasped, after pulling it away. ""Well, who wants some AKs? I could use one. My rifle is almost out of bullets. But, hey, at least I killed a few Russians and took out a Traitor."" He got up from the ground, kicking a Russian body aside as he went. ""But yeah, good idea Will. We will need all the supplies we can get. And once we get back, I suggest we assign ourselves Military ranks. Would be nice to know who is in charge."" Then he jogged into the store, looking around for food, water, or weapons.<br/><br/>Intelligence: 4<br/>Ingenuity: 1<br/>Looting: 1</div></blockquote><br/>Janet yelled.""Takihiro! ill take one of those AKs!"" she then of course kicked matvei multiple times in the crotch, before going to find Joni."
8603,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=300,2014-12-05T16:08:00,The Unites State-Of-Minds,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22688205#p22688205"">wrote</a>:</cite>William got down from the Humvee, clearly shaken. He looked at the crumpled Russian on the ground and thought to himself <span style=""font-style: italic"">I did this, I hurt another human.</span> The thing was, he didn't care ""We should go look for some more supplies, I don't think our friend here will be bothering us anymore"" Will said, motioning to the Russian on the ground.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Oh, I forgot to mention with all the excitement. There's plenty of water and canned food in the storeroom. The question, as I see it is whether move whatever we can or protect it here."""
8604,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=300,2014-12-05T16:21:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Unites State-Of-Minds <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22688721#p22688721"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22688205#p22688205"">wrote</a>:</cite>William got down from the Humvee, clearly shaken. He looked at the crumpled Russian on the ground and thought to himself <span style=""font-style: italic"">I did this, I hurt another human.</span> The thing was, he didn't care ""We should go look for some more supplies, I don't think our friend here will be bothering us anymore"" Will said, motioning to the Russian on the ground.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Oh, I forgot to mention with all the excitement. There's plenty of water and canned food in the storeroom. The question, as I see it is whether move whatever we can or protect it here.""</div></blockquote><br/>""We may be able to defend this place, we have enough shelves to form walls. Yeah, I think it would work! We will head back tomorrow, tonight we gather supplies and begin building defenses. And Takihiro, I will take a rifle!""<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Results for Takihiro:</span>Takihiro finds nothing of use."
8605,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=300,2014-12-05T16:48:00,New Hunteria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22688838#p22688838"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Unites State-Of-Minds <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22688721#p22688721"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""Oh, I forgot to mention with all the excitement. There's plenty of water and canned food in the storeroom. The question, as I see it is whether move whatever we can or protect it here.""</div></blockquote><br/>""We may be able to defend this place, we have enough shelves to form walls. Yeah, I think it would work! We will head back tomorrow, tonight we gather supplies and begin building defenses. And Takihiro, I will take a rifle!""<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Results for Takihiro:</span> Takihiro finds nothing of use.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Will! We might be able to use the shelves or tables to blockade the entrance, or provide cover.""<br/><br/>intelligence: 6<br/>looting: 2<br/>ingenuity: 3"
8606,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=300,2014-12-05T16:51:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Hunteria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22689137#p22689137"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22688838#p22688838"">wrote</a>:</cite>""We may be able to defend this place, we have enough shelves to form walls. Yeah, I think it would work! We will head back tomorrow, tonight we gather supplies and begin building defenses. And Takihiro, I will take a rifle!""<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Results for Takihiro:</span> Takihiro finds nothing of use.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Will! We might be able to use the shelves or tables to blockade the entrance, or provide cover.""<br/><br/>intelligence: 6<br/>looting: 2<br/>ingenuity: 3</div></blockquote><br/>""That is what I was thinking, you want to help me move them. What I was thinking was put them in front of the Doors and Windows leaving only one entrance. We can drive the Humvee through one of the doorways""<br/><br/>strength: 4<br/>charisma:5<br/>intelligence:5<br/>ingenuity: 4"
8607,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=300,2014-12-05T16:57:00,The Unites State-Of-Minds,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22689177#p22689177"">wrote</a>:</cite>""That is what I was thinking, you want to help me move them. What I was thinking was put them in front of the Doors and Windows leaving only one entrance. We can drive the Humvee through one of the doorways""<br/><br/>strength: 4<br/>charisma:5<br/>intelligence:5<br/>ingenuity: 4</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""If by ""Drive a Humvee through a doorway"" you mean only to make a larger and more obvious entryway then fine. But I hope you dont mean to use it as a method of blocking an entrance. If so, I motion that it would be of better use to transport supplies.""<br/><br/>[Skill: Charisma: 3, Intelligence: 8]"
8608,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=300,2014-12-05T16:58:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Unites State-Of-Minds <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22689228#p22689228"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22689177#p22689177"">wrote</a>:</cite>""That is what I was thinking, you want to help me move them. What I was thinking was put them in front of the Doors and Windows leaving only one entrance. We can drive the Humvee through one of the doorways""<br/><br/>strength: 4<br/>charisma:5<br/>intelligence:5<br/>ingenuity: 4</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""If by ""Drive a Humvee through a doorway"" you mean only to make a larger and more obvious entryway then fine. But I hope you dont mean to use it as a method of blocking an entrance. If so, I motion that it would be of better use to transport supplies.""<br/><br/>[Skill: Charisma: 3, Intelligence: 8]</div></blockquote><br/>""I was being a moron. We can use the service entrance out back. Your right, it would be better used to transport supplies. Would you like to help me move the shelves?"""
8609,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=300,2014-12-05T17:07:00,The Blackdown Hills,"Matvei began to wake up on the street outside, noticing that the others were debating something or another. He lightly pressed his hand to his jaw, wincing at the pain. He tried to move the jaw around, but he regretted it. He figured that the bone was broken in multiple places. He spat as well as he could, seeing blood and tooth fragments come out. He shook his head, frustrated with the insolent survivor group. He stood up fully, wiping dirt off of his uniform, and crossed his arms. He spoke as well as he could, grimacing through the pain, ""Hey, mudak! I'm still alive! Why don't you do a better job."""
8610,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=300,2014-12-05T17:13:00,New Hunteria,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Blackdown Hills <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22689328#p22689328"">wrote</a>:</cite>Matvei began to wake up on the street outside, noticing that the others were debating something or another. He lightly pressed his hand to his jaw, wincing at the pain. He tried to move the jaw around, but he regretted it. He figured that the bone was broken in multiple places. He spat as well as he could, seeing blood and tooth fragments come out. He shook his head, frustrated with the insolent survivor group. He stood up fully, wiping dirt off of his uniform, and crossed his arms. He spoke as well as he could, grimacing through the pain, ""Hey, mudak! I'm still alive! Why don't you do a better job.""</div></blockquote><br/>Janet ran over to matvei and proceeded to kick him in the stomach, ""hey Will lets check the back for ammo or gas."" she said this while kicking matvei, multple times in the stomach, chest, legs and once or twice in the face.<br/><br/>strength: 1<br/>Agility: 7<br/>Melee:3"
8611,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=300,2014-12-05T17:17:00,The Blackdown Hills,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Hunteria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22689392#p22689392"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Blackdown Hills <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22689328#p22689328"">wrote</a>:</cite>Matvei began to wake up on the street outside, noticing that the others were debating something or another. He lightly pressed his hand to his jaw, wincing at the pain. He tried to move the jaw around, but he regretted it. He figured that the bone was broken in multiple places. He spat as well as he could, seeing blood and tooth fragments come out. He shook his head, frustrated with the insolent survivor group. He stood up fully, wiping dirt off of his uniform, and crossed his arms. He spoke as well as he could, grimacing through the pain, ""Hey, mudak! I'm still alive! Why don't you do a better job.""</div></blockquote><br/>Janet ran over to matvei and proceeded to kick him in the stomach, ""hey Will lets check the back for ammo or gas."" she said this while kicking matvei, multple times in the stomach, chest, legs and once or twice in the face.<br/><br/>strength: 1<br/>Agility: 7<br/>Melee:3</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Matvei countered her attack, using the hand-to-hand combat training taught in the Russian special forces to thwart her pathetic attempt, then taking the opportunity to swing at her several times, aiming for all of the vital areas (mostly at the solar plexus).<br/><br/>Melee: 5<br/>Strength: 4"
8612,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=300,2014-12-05T17:42:00,New Hunteria,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Blackdown Hills <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22689429#p22689429"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Hunteria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22689392#p22689392"">wrote</a>:</cite>Janet ran over to matvei and proceeded to kick him in the stomach, ""hey Will lets check the back for ammo or gas."" she said this while kicking matvei, multple times in the stomach, chest, legs and once or twice in the face.<br/><br/>strength: 1<br/>Agility: 7<br/>Melee:3</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Matvei countered her attack, using the hand-to-hand combat training taught in the Russian special forces to thwart her pathetic attempt, then taking the opportunity to swing at her several times, aiming for all of the vital areas (mostly at the solar plexus).<br/><br/>Melee: 5<br/>Strength: 4</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Janet backs off the russian, but pulls out her pistol aiming it at him ""Dont move and i dont shoot your knee cap off."""
8613,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=300,2014-12-05T17:49:00,The Blackdown Hills,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Hunteria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22689645#p22689645"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Blackdown Hills <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22689429#p22689429"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Matvei countered her attack, using the hand-to-hand combat training taught in the Russian special forces to thwart her pathetic attempt, then taking the opportunity to swing at her several times, aiming for all of the vital areas (mostly at the solar plexus).<br/><br/>Melee: 5<br/>Strength: 4</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Janet backs off the russian, but pulls out her pistol aiming it at him ""Dont move and i dont shoot your knee cap off.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Matvei looked at her, annoyed at her. She was very annoying, and Matvei didn't appreciate that. He wished for nothing more than to kill her, but he knew that he likely wouldn't have that opportunity. He saw that she was still wounded, which brought a slight grin to his damaged face. ""Go ahead, woman, shoot my knee cap off. See the effect it may have."""
8614,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=300,2014-12-05T17:57:00,New Hunteria,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Blackdown Hills <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22689746#p22689746"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Hunteria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22689645#p22689645"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Janet backs off the russian, but pulls out her pistol aiming it at him ""Dont move and i dont shoot your knee cap off.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Matvei looked at her, annoyed at her. She was very annoying, and Matvei didn't appreciate that. He wished for nothing more than to kill her, but he knew that he likely wouldn't have that opportunity. He saw that she was still wounded, which brought a slight grin to his damaged face. ""Go ahead, woman, shoot my knee cap off. See the effect it may have.""</div></blockquote>Janet laughs"" HAH! I'm going to enjoy this."" Janet aims at matvei's leg and squeezes the trigger.<br/><br/>Shooting:6"
8615,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=300,2014-12-05T18:13:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Hunteria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22689831#p22689831"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Blackdown Hills <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22689746#p22689746"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Matvei looked at her, annoyed at her. She was very annoying, and Matvei didn't appreciate that. He wished for nothing more than to kill her, but he knew that he likely wouldn't have that opportunity. He saw that she was still wounded, which brought a slight grin to his damaged face. ""Go ahead, woman, shoot my knee cap off. See the effect it may have.""</div></blockquote> Janet laughs"" HAH! I'm going to enjoy this."" Janet aims at matvei's leg and squeezes the trigger.<br/><br/>Shooting:6</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Result:</span>The shot hits him perfectly, he is now immobile.<br/><br/>William pulled his rifle and aimed it at the girl ""Please put it down Janet"""
8616,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=300,2014-12-05T18:17:00,The Blackdown Hills,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22689985#p22689985"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Hunteria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22689831#p22689831"">wrote</a>:</cite> Janet laughs"" HAH! I'm going to enjoy this."" Janet aims at matvei's leg and squeezes the trigger.<br/><br/>Shooting:6</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Result:</span> The shot hits him perfectly, he is now immobile.<br/><br/>William pulled his rifle and aimed it at the girl ""Please put it down Janet""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Matvei hit the ground hard, realising that he would not be able to stand on two damaged knees. He knew that he had very little leverage over these people, and also that he would likely die by their hands. He pulled himself over to an upright object and sat up, leaning against it. ""Well, now you have immobilised me. What will you do next? So many fun scenarios run through my mind."""
8617,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=300,2014-12-05T18:20:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Blackdown Hills <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22690017#p22690017"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22689985#p22689985"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-style: italic"">Result:</span> The shot hits him perfectly, he is now immobile.<br/><br/>William pulled his rifle and aimed it at the girl ""Please put it down Janet""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Matvei hit the ground hard, realising that he would not be able to stand on two damaged knees. He knew that he had very little leverage over these people, and also that he would likely die by their hands. He pulled himself over to an upright object and sat up, leaning against it. ""Well, now you have immobilised me. What will you do next? So many fun scenarios run through my mind.""</div></blockquote><br/>""You deserve to die, but I also believe in second chances. What is your choice?"""
8618,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=300,2014-12-05T18:22:00,The Blackdown Hills,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22690042#p22690042"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Blackdown Hills <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22690017#p22690017"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Matvei hit the ground hard, realising that he would not be able to stand on two damaged knees. He knew that he had very little leverage over these people, and also that he would likely die by their hands. He pulled himself over to an upright object and sat up, leaning against it. ""Well, now you have immobilised me. What will you do next? So many fun scenarios run through my mind.""</div></blockquote><br/>""You deserve to die, but I also believe in second chances. What is your choice?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Matvei was genuinely surprised by the American professor, who seemed to be much tougher than he had let on. ""Well, of course, death would mean ridding myself of you lot. But then, if I am allowed to live, I will be able to watch you all die when the Army comes back. Or maybe some of my comrades from the Vympel force will happen by. That would be a pleasant thing indeed."""
8619,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=300,2014-12-05T18:24:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Blackdown Hills <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22690062#p22690062"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22690042#p22690042"">wrote</a>:</cite>""You deserve to die, but I also believe in second chances. What is your choice?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Matvei was genuinely surprised by the American professor, who seemed to be much tougher than he had let on. ""Well, of course, death would mean ridding myself of you lot. But then, if I am allowed to live, I will be able to watch you all die when the Army comes back. Or maybe some of my comrades from the Vympel force will happen by. That would be a pleasant thing indeed.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Why are you insistant on hating us? What did we do to you?? We were not the ones who destroyed you, China was. Us and you were mainly peaceful! Up until your invasion of us!"""
8620,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=300,2014-12-05T18:28:00,New Hunteria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22689985#p22689985"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Hunteria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22689831#p22689831"">wrote</a>:</cite> Janet laughs"" HAH! I'm going to enjoy this."" Janet aims at matvei's leg and squeezes the trigger.<br/><br/>Shooting:6</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Result:</span> The shot hits him perfectly, he is now immobile.<br/><br/>William pulled his rifle and aimed it at the girl ""Please put it down Janet""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Aw, come on Will he deserves it, fine."" she turns to walk away but turns around and hits matvei across the jaw hard, and turns around again to move on.<br/><br/>Melee: 3<br/>strength: 1"
8621,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=300,2014-12-05T18:29:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Hunteria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22690140#p22690140"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22689985#p22689985"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-style: italic"">Result:</span> The shot hits him perfectly, he is now immobile.<br/><br/>William pulled his rifle and aimed it at the girl ""Please put it down Janet""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Aw, come on Will he deserves it, fine."" she turns to walk away but turns around and hits matvei across the jaw hard, and turns around again to move on.<br/><br/>Melee: 3<br/>strength: 1</div></blockquote><br/>""Jeez, aggressive much?"""
8622,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=325,2014-12-05T18:32:00,The Blackdown Hills,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22690086#p22690086"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Blackdown Hills <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22690062#p22690062"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Matvei was genuinely surprised by the American professor, who seemed to be much tougher than he had let on. ""Well, of course, death would mean ridding myself of you lot. But then, if I am allowed to live, I will be able to watch you all die when the Army comes back. Or maybe some of my comrades from the Vympel force will happen by. That would be a pleasant thing indeed.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Why are you insistant on hating us? What did we do to you?? We were not the ones who destroyed you, China was. Us and you were mainly peaceful! Up until your invasion of us!""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Matvei grinned, the pain in his jaw subsiding, but only slightly. ""Our nations have never been friends, American, no matter what your history books say. We were always opposites, and we were destined to be enemies. Now, I was hoping to be friendly with your little group of survivors, but you lot did not allow it. You were so quickly making me into an enemy that you ignored what I could have offered your group. When I speak of your group negatively, note that I am talking primarily about the Japanese."" He spat on the ground at the mention of Takihiro. ""So, American, do your worst to me. Destroy me because of my heritage, because of my people. Prove that your people are just as bad as we were taught."""
8623,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=325,2014-12-05T18:33:00,New Hunteria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22690150#p22690150"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Hunteria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22690140#p22690140"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""Aw, come on Will he deserves it, fine."" she turns to walk away but turns around and hits matvei across the jaw hard, and turns around again to move on.<br/><br/>Melee: 3<br/>strength: 1</div></blockquote><br/>""Jeez, aggressive much?""</div></blockquote><br/>"" Lets just say that matvei and his friends decided that killing my entire family was a good idea, and i would like to return the favor.""<br/><br/>Janet walked in to the store yelling to no one in particular "" Is there any MTN Dew in here!? the stuff is delicious!"""
8624,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=325,2014-12-05T18:34:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Blackdown Hills <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22690177#p22690177"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22690086#p22690086"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Why are you insistant on hating us? What did we do to you?? We were not the ones who destroyed you, China was. Us and you were mainly peaceful! Up until your invasion of us!""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Matvei grinned, the pain in his jaw subsiding, but only slightly. ""Our nations have never been friends, American, no matter what your history books say. We were always opposites, and we were destined to be enemies. Now, I was hoping to be friendly with your little group of survivors, but you lot did not allow it. You were so quickly making me into an enemy that you ignored what I could have offered your group. When I speak of your group negatively, note that I am talking primarily about the Japanese."" He spat on the ground at the mention of Takihiro. ""So, American, do your worst to me. Destroy me because of my heritage, because of my people. Prove that your people are just as bad as we were taught.""</div></blockquote><br/>""We are not all bad. My grandfather was actually a sniper in 'the Great Patriotic War'. Now, let's see of we can get your jaw fixed up"" William responded, extending an arm ""Now let me help you up"""
8625,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=325,2014-12-05T18:37:00,The Blackdown Hills,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22690200#p22690200"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Blackdown Hills <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22690177#p22690177"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Matvei grinned, the pain in his jaw subsiding, but only slightly. ""Our nations have never been friends, American, no matter what your history books say. We were always opposites, and we were destined to be enemies. Now, I was hoping to be friendly with your little group of survivors, but you lot did not allow it. You were so quickly making me into an enemy that you ignored what I could have offered your group. When I speak of your group negatively, note that I am talking primarily about the Japanese."" He spat on the ground at the mention of Takihiro. ""So, American, do your worst to me. Destroy me because of my heritage, because of my people. Prove that your people are just as bad as we were taught.""</div></blockquote><br/>""We are not all bad. My grandfather was actually a sniper in 'the Great Patriotic War'. Now, let's see of we can get your jaw fixed up"" William responded, extending an arm ""Now let me help you up""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Matvei looked away from him, still feeling very angry about all of the situations he had faced that day. ""I do not need your help. I can do anything I need to do."" He pulled himself up, using an object for support, putting a lot of stress on his wounded knees. Luckily, neither knee had been completely destroyed, so they would still support moderate weight.<br/><br/>Strength: 4"
8626,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=325,2014-12-05T18:39:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Blackdown Hills <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22690237#p22690237"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22690200#p22690200"">wrote</a>:</cite>""We are not all bad. My grandfather was actually a sniper in 'the Great Patriotic War'. Now, let's see of we can get your jaw fixed up"" William responded, extending an arm ""Now let me help you up""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Matvei looked away from him, still feeling very angry about all of the situations he had faced that day. ""I do not need your help. I can do anything I need to do."" He pulled himself up, using an object for support, putting a lot of stress on his wounded knees. Luckily, neither knee had been completely destroyed, so they would still support moderate weight. <br/><br/>Strength: 4</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Results:</span>Matvei feels a large amount of cracking as his Right knee finally gives away. Completely destroyed. He falls to the ground.<br/><br/>William hears the cracking and flinches as the large man falls to the ground ""Still don't want my help?"""
8627,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=325,2014-12-05T18:43:00,The Blackdown Hills,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22690258#p22690258"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Blackdown Hills <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22690237#p22690237"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Matvei looked away from him, still feeling very angry about all of the situations he had faced that day. ""I do not need your help. I can do anything I need to do."" He pulled himself up, using an object for support, putting a lot of stress on his wounded knees. Luckily, neither knee had been completely destroyed, so they would still support moderate weight. <br/><br/>Strength: 4</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Results:</span> Matvei feels a large amount of cracking as his Right knee finally gives away. Completely destroyed. He falls to the ground.<br/><br/>William hears the cracking and flinches as the large man falls to the ground ""Still don't want my help?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Matvei hit the ground hard once again, this time feeling immense pain in his right knee. The man was in blinding pain, but it was nothing that his training hadn't prepared him for. He took long, deep breaths, sitting up against the object. He was extremely angry, now, which made him irrational. He remembered the knife that he had at his waist, going for the weapon, attempting to slash at William."
8628,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=325,2014-12-05T18:44:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Blackdown Hills <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22690302#p22690302"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22690258#p22690258"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-style: italic"">Results:</span> Matvei feels a large amount of cracking as his Right knee finally gives away. Completely destroyed. He falls to the ground.<br/><br/>William hears the cracking and flinches as the large man falls to the ground ""Still don't want my help?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Matvei hit the ground hard once again, this time feeling immense pain in his right knee. The man was in blinding pain, but it was nothing that his training hadn't prepared him for. He took long, deep breaths, sitting up against the object. He was extremely angry, now, which made him irrational. He remembered the knife that he had at his waist, going for the weapon, attempting to slash at William.</div></blockquote><br/>William puts another bullet into the man's left knee ""Why?? Why are you just extending your suffering? Is it pride? Nationalism? What?"""
8629,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=325,2014-12-05T18:44:00,New Hunteria,"Janets yells from inside the store "" I Found mountain dew! You gotta love the americans and their fat food!"" Janet looked out from the entrance "" oh and matvei, your vodka sucks!"" than she saw matvei swinging at Will, she pulled out her gun and aimed for his foot. and fired.<br/><br/><br/>shooting: 6"
8630,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=325,2014-12-05T18:45:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Hunteria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22690318#p22690318"">wrote</a>:</cite>Janets yells from inside the store "" I Found mountain dew! You gotta love the americans and their fat food!"" Janet looked out from the entrance "" oh and matvei, your vodka sucks!"" than she saw matvei swinging at Will, she pulled out her gun and aimed for his foot. and fired.<br/><br/><br/>shooting: 6</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Result:</span>The gun doesn't have enough range and misses."
8631,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=325,2014-12-05T18:47:00,New Hunteria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22690329#p22690329"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Hunteria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22690318#p22690318"">wrote</a>:</cite>Janets yells from inside the store "" I Found mountain dew! You gotta love the americans and their fat food!"" Janet looked out from the entrance "" oh and matvei, your vodka sucks!"" than she saw matvei swinging at Will, she pulled out her gun and aimed for his foot. and fired.<br/><br/><br/>shooting: 6</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Result:</span> The gun doesn't have enough range and misses.</div></blockquote><br/>Janet swears ""I need A rifle dangit! Takihiro were are those AKs you were talking about?"""
8632,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=325,2014-12-05T18:50:00,The Blackdown Hills,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22690316#p22690316"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Blackdown Hills <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22690302#p22690302"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Matvei hit the ground hard once again, this time feeling immense pain in his right knee. The man was in blinding pain, but it was nothing that his training hadn't prepared him for. He took long, deep breaths, sitting up against the object. He was extremely angry, now, which made him irrational. He remembered the knife that he had at his waist, going for the weapon, attempting to slash at William.</div></blockquote><br/>William puts another bullet into the man's left knee ""Why?? Why are you just extending your suffering? Is it pride? Nationalism? What?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Matvei groaned, the blood loss starting to get to him. He decided to sit still, figuring that he would likely die there on the road, wounded like an animal. ""I figure that pride has something to do with it. As a boy, I was taught to never give in, no matter what. I was beaten, burnt, stabbed, even shot. Nothing that you do to me will truly cause my suffering. I am immune to suffering."" He drove his knife into his own thigh, wincing from the pain."
8633,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=325,2014-12-05T19:07:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Blackdown Hills <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22690386#p22690386"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22690316#p22690316"">wrote</a>:</cite>William puts another bullet into the man's left knee ""Why?? Why are you just extending your suffering? Is it pride? Nationalism? What?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Matvei groaned, the blood loss starting to get to him. He decided to sit still, figuring that he would likely die there on the road, wounded like an animal. ""I figure that pride has something to do with it. As a boy, I was taught to never give in, no matter what. I was beaten, burnt, stabbed, even shot. Nothing that you do to me will truly cause my suffering. I am immune to suffering."" He drove his knife into his own thigh, wincing from the pain.</div></blockquote><br/>William sighed, pulling the first aid kit from his pocket. He ripped out the knife and began administering aid to the wounded man. ""We are not your enemies"""
8634,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=325,2014-12-05T19:14:00,The Blackdown Hills,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22690544#p22690544"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Blackdown Hills <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22690386#p22690386"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Matvei groaned, the blood loss starting to get to him. He decided to sit still, figuring that he would likely die there on the road, wounded like an animal. ""I figure that pride has something to do with it. As a boy, I was taught to never give in, no matter what. I was beaten, burnt, stabbed, even shot. Nothing that you do to me will truly cause my suffering. I am immune to suffering."" He drove his knife into his own thigh, wincing from the pain.</div></blockquote><br/>William sighed, pulling the first aid kit from his pocket. He ripped out the knife and began administering aid to the wounded man. ""We are not your enemies""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Matvei had fire in his eyes as he attempted to force the American off of him. ""You are not my enemy? You should tell that to my comrades who now lay dead because of your country. Because of all those times throughout the history that you study, where your country has done so little to help mine. You mentioned the Great Patriotic War? My country lost approximately 24,000,000 people at the hands of the Nazis. You Americans hardly sacrificed half of one million. You have never given a reasonable effort to help my people. Then, when you used the atomic weapon, all we asked was for the same technology. But no, America turned her back on Mother Russia, instead starting the great arms race. You are cowards who stab others in the back. You are, and will always be my enemy."" He was delusional from the loss of blood, and the rest of his statement was impossible to understand, as it was a broken mixture of Komi and Russian.<br/><br/>Melee: 5<br/>Strength: 4"
8635,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=325,2014-12-05T19:17:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Blackdown Hills <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22690624#p22690624"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22690544#p22690544"">wrote</a>:</cite>William sighed, pulling the first aid kit from his pocket. He ripped out the knife and began administering aid to the wounded man. ""We are not your enemies""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Matvei had fire in his eyes as he attempted to force the American off of him. ""You are not my enemy? You should tell that to my comrades who now lay dead because of your country. Because of all those times throughout the history that you study, where your country has done so little to help mine. You mentioned the Great Patriotic War? My country lost approximately 24,000,000 people at the hands of the Nazis. You Americans hardly sacrificed half of one million. You have never given a reasonable effort to help my people. Then, when you used the atomic weapon, all we asked was for the same technology. But no, America turned her back on Mother Russia, instead starting the great arms race. You are cowards who stab others in the back. You are, and will always be my enemy."" He was delusional from the loss of blood, and the rest of his statement was impossible to understand, as it was a broken mixture of Komi and Russian.<br/><br/>Melee: 5<br/>Strength: 4</div></blockquote><br/>""Stalin was a power-hungry thug who would've nuked us the first chance he got! We had no choi-"" He was cut off by the Russian punching him in the face. William was rattled, but fine, he hit Matvei with enough morphine to knock out an elephant."
8636,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=325,2014-12-05T19:23:00,The Blackdown Hills,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22690669#p22690669"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Blackdown Hills <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22690624#p22690624"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Matvei had fire in his eyes as he attempted to force the American off of him. ""You are not my enemy? You should tell that to my comrades who now lay dead because of your country. Because of all those times throughout the history that you study, where your country has done so little to help mine. You mentioned the Great Patriotic War? My country lost approximately 24,000,000 people at the hands of the Nazis. You Americans hardly sacrificed half of one million. You have never given a reasonable effort to help my people. Then, when you used the atomic weapon, all we asked was for the same technology. But no, America turned her back on Mother Russia, instead starting the great arms race. You are cowards who stab others in the back. You are, and will always be my enemy."" He was delusional from the loss of blood, and the rest of his statement was impossible to understand, as it was a broken mixture of Komi and Russian.<br/><br/>Melee: 5<br/>Strength: 4</div></blockquote><br/>""Stalin was a power-hungry thug who would've nuked us the first chance he got! We had no choi-"" He was cut off by the Russian punching him in the face. William was rattled, but fine, he hit Matvei with enough morphine to knock out an elephant.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Matvei tried to resist the morphine, but he couldn't. The dose was so high, that his breathing slowed. Eventually, it was at only around two breaths per minute. He was unconscious, and his stomach and intestinal tract started to spasm. He started to vomit, which in his position could prove deadly. The man was dying of an overdose, thanks to the large dose of morphine given to him by Professor William."
8637,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=325,2014-12-05T19:26:00,Saint Morning,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22690669#p22690669"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Blackdown Hills <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22690624#p22690624"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Matvei had fire in his eyes as he attempted to force the American off of him. ""You are not my enemy? You should tell that to my comrades who now lay dead because of your country. Because of all those times throughout the history that you study, where your country has done so little to help mine. You mentioned the Great Patriotic War? My country lost approximately 24,000,000 people at the hands of the Nazis. You Americans hardly sacrificed half of one million. You have never given a reasonable effort to help my people. Then, when you used the atomic weapon, all we asked was for the same technology. But no, America turned her back on Mother Russia, instead starting the great arms race. You are cowards who stab others in the back. You are, and will always be my enemy."" He was delusional from the loss of blood, and the rest of his statement was impossible to understand, as it was a broken mixture of Komi and Russian.<br/><br/>Melee: 5<br/>Strength: 4</div></blockquote><br/>""Stalin was a power-hungry thug who would've nuked us the first chance he got! We had no choi-"" He was cut off by the Russian punching him in the face. William was rattled, but fine, he hit Matvei with enough morphine to knock out an elephant.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Hannah winced when she saw that the Russian had landed a punch on William. She had been watching from a distant, not really wanting to get involve, but this. This was ridiculous. She gripped Wills for arm, in an attempt to stop the man.<br/><br/>""Will! stop it"" She shouted, but it was too late the man was unconsious and vomiting. She raised her hands to her mouth as she started at the man.<br/><br/>""Oh my god"" she said, as she stared at the man's seemingly lifeless body that laid on the middle of the road."
8638,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=325,2014-12-05T19:27:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Blackdown Hills <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22690752#p22690752"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22690669#p22690669"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Stalin was a power-hungry thug who would've nuked us the first chance he got! We had no choi-"" He was cut off by the Russian punching him in the face. William was rattled, but fine, he hit Matvei with enough morphine to knock out an elephant.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Matvei tried to resist the morphine, but he couldn't. The dose was so high, that his breathing slowed. Eventually, it was at only around two breaths per minute. He was unconscious, and his stomach and intestinal tract started to spasm. He started to vomit, which in his position could prove deadly. The man was dying of an overdose, thanks to the large dose of morphine given to him by Professor William.</div></blockquote><br/>Wlliam had just enough Naloxone to stop the OD ""We are not through with you yet, bastard"" He then began CPR. In between breaths he said to Hannah ""Don't worry, he's going to be fine. He brought this on himself"""
8639,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=325,2014-12-05T19:29:00,The Blackdown Hills,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22690795#p22690795"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Blackdown Hills <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22690752#p22690752"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Matvei tried to resist the morphine, but he couldn't. The dose was so high, that his breathing slowed. Eventually, it was at only around two breaths per minute. He was unconscious, and his stomach and intestinal tract started to spasm. He started to vomit, which in his position could prove deadly. The man was dying of an overdose, thanks to the large dose of morphine given to him by Professor William.</div></blockquote><br/>Wlliam had just enough Naloxone to stop the OD ""We are not through with you yet, bastard"" He then began CPR. In between breaths he said to Hannah ""Don't worry, he's going to be fine. He brought this on himself""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>As Matvei slowly regained consciousness, he started to wonder what was happening. He saw William's face, realising that he must have landed his punch. The big Russian was still upset, however, so he spat on the ground and attempted to stand, putting all of his weight onto his left knee. ""You will have to shoot me, American."""
8640,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=325,2014-12-05T19:30:00,New Hunteria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saint Morning <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22690785#p22690785"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22690669#p22690669"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Stalin was a power-hungry thug who would've nuked us the first chance he got! We had no choi-"" He was cut off by the Russian punching him in the face. William was rattled, but fine, he hit Matvei with enough morphine to knock out an elephant.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Hannah winced when she saw that the Russian had landed a punch on William. She had been watching from a distant, not really wanting to get involve, but this. This was ridiculous. She gripped Wills for arm, in an attempt to stop the man.<br/><br/>""Will! stop it"" She shouted, but it was too late the man was unconsious and vomiting. She raised her hands to her mouth as she started at the man.<br/>""Oh my god""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Oh god."" janet watched from the entrance, then ran over to them, "" how much did you inject him with?"""
8641,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=325,2014-12-05T19:32:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Blackdown Hills <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22690821#p22690821"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22690795#p22690795"">wrote</a>:</cite>Wlliam had just enough Naloxone to stop the OD ""We are not through with you yet, bastard"" He then began CPR. In between breaths he said to Hannah ""Don't worry, he's going to be fine. He brought this on himself""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>As Matvei slowly regained consciousness, he started to wonder what was happening. He saw William's face, realising that he must have landed his punch. The big Russian was still upset, however, so he spat on the ground and attempted to stand, putting all of his weight onto his left knee. ""You will have to shoot me, American.""</div></blockquote><br/>""I will not you tough old bastard! What happened to strong like bull? Huh? More like weak like kitten"" William said in a fake Russian accent, trying to make the Russian angry enough to fall back down."
8642,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=325,2014-12-05T19:32:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Hunteria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22690826#p22690826"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Saint Morning <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22690785#p22690785"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Hannah winced when she saw that the Russian had landed a punch on William. She had been watching from a distant, not really wanting to get involve, but this. This was ridiculous. She gripped Wills for arm, in an attempt to stop the man.<br/><br/>""Will! stop it"" She shouted, but it was too late the man was unconsious and vomiting. She raised her hands to her mouth as she started at the man.<br/>""Oh my god""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Oh god."" janet watched from the entrance, then ran over to them, "" how much did you inject him with?""</div></blockquote><br/>""I was going to put less in, but he knocked the bottle and more spilled in!"""
8643,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=325,2014-12-05T19:33:00,The Blackdown Hills,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22690844#p22690844"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Blackdown Hills <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22690821#p22690821"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>As Matvei slowly regained consciousness, he started to wonder what was happening. He saw William's face, realising that he must have landed his punch. The big Russian was still upset, however, so he spat on the ground and attempted to stand, putting all of his weight onto his left knee. ""You will have to shoot me, American.""</div></blockquote><br/>""I will not you tough old bastard! What happened to strong like bull? Huh? More like weak like kitten"" William said in a fake Russian accent, trying to make the Russian angry enough to fall back down.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Matvei laughed, using the side of the vehicle as support as he hobbled away from the American. ""You call me weak, and say that I am like a kitten. If this is so, why are you so frightened of me that you must shoot me, attack me, and then attempt to sedate me. If I was no threat to you, you wouldn't do these things."""
8644,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=325,2014-12-05T19:34:00,New Hunteria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22690848#p22690848"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Hunteria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22690826#p22690826"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""Oh god."" janet watched from the entrance, then ran over to them, "" how much did you inject him with?""</div></blockquote><br/>""I was going to put less in, but he knocked the bottle and more spilled in!""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""He's gonna die from over dose, no doubt.... What should we do Will?"""
8645,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=325,2014-12-05T19:35:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Blackdown Hills <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22690867#p22690867"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22690844#p22690844"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I will not you tough old bastard! What happened to strong like bull? Huh? More like weak like kitten"" William said in a fake Russian accent, trying to make the Russian angry enough to fall back down.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Matvei laughed, using the side of the vehicle as support as he hobbled away from the American. ""You call me weak, and say that I am like a kitten. If this is so, why are you so frightened of me that you must shoot me, attack me, and then attempt to sedate me. If I was no threat to you, you wouldn't do these things.""</div></blockquote><br/>""We didn't shoot you, one of us did. If you want to leave, then fine!"""
8646,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=325,2014-12-05T19:36:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Hunteria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22690871#p22690871"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22690848#p22690848"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I was going to put less in, but he knocked the bottle and more spilled in!""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""He's gonna die from over dose, no doubt.... What should we do Will?""</div></blockquote><br/>""I stopped it, he will most likely die from blood loss, or infection, or a bullet to the brain."
8647,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=350,2014-12-05T19:38:00,The Blackdown Hills,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22690885#p22690885"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Blackdown Hills <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22690867#p22690867"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Matvei laughed, using the side of the vehicle as support as he hobbled away from the American. ""You call me weak, and say that I am like a kitten. If this is so, why are you so frightened of me that you must shoot me, attack me, and then attempt to sedate me. If I was no threat to you, you wouldn't do these things.""</div></blockquote><br/>""We didn't shoot you, one of us did. If you want to leave, then fine!""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Matvei stopped moving, turning around to face William again. He held his arms out in a fake surrender, his knees giving out beneath him. He knelt in front of the survivors, an arrogant smirk on his face. ""I never wanted to leave. Your companion made that decision for me."" At that, he passed out from loss of blood, lying face down on the ground."
8648,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=350,2014-12-05T19:38:00,New Hunteria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22690893#p22690893"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Hunteria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22690871#p22690871"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""He's gonna die from over dose, no doubt.... What should we do Will?""</div></blockquote><br/>""I stopped it, he will most likely die from blood loss, or infection, or a bullet to the brain.</div></blockquote><br/>"" No..... Im sorry Will."" Janet pulls out a pocket knife and runs toward Matvei and Attempts to stab him in the neck.<br/><br/>Melee:3<br/>strength: 1<br/>Stealth: 3"
8649,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=350,2014-12-05T19:40:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Hunteria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22690915#p22690915"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22690893#p22690893"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I stopped it, he will most likely die from blood loss, or infection, or a bullet to the brain.</div></blockquote><br/>"" No..... Im sorry Will."" Janet pulls out a pocket knife and runs toward Matvei and Attempts to stab him in the neck.<br/><br/>Melee:3<br/>strength: 1<br/>Stealth: 3</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Result:</span>The knife punctures the man's neck<br/><br/>William was stunned ""He deserved it"""
8650,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=350,2014-12-05T19:41:00,New Hunteria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22690929#p22690929"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Hunteria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22690915#p22690915"">wrote</a>:</cite>"" No..... Im sorry Will."" Janet pulls out a pocket knife and runs toward Matvei and Attempts to stab him in the neck.<br/><br/>Melee:3<br/>strength: 1<br/>Stealth: 3</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Result:</span> The knife punctures the man's neck <br/><br/>William was stunned ""He deserved it""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Janet pulls out her pistol and fires a round directly into matvei's head.<br/><br/><br/>""We should gather the supplies and leave.""<br/><br/>Shooting: 6"
8651,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=350,2014-12-05T19:42:00,Saint Morning,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Blackdown Hills <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22690905#p22690905"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22690885#p22690885"">wrote</a>:</cite>""We didn't shoot you, one of us did. If you want to leave, then fine!""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Matvei stopped moving, turning around to face William again. He held his arms out in a fake surrender, his knees giving out beneath him. He knelt in front of the survivors, an arrogant smirk on his face. ""I never wanted to leave. Your companion made that decision for me."" At that, he passed out from loss of blood, lying face down on the ground.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Hannah dropped to her knees, hands covering her lips as she stared at the dying man, blood staining the ground around him. This was too much for her, she just wanted this to be a big dream, and that she would wake up at any moment.<br/><br/>""No one deserves to die like this"" she muttered, stunned."
8652,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=350,2014-12-05T19:43:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saint Morning <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22690958#p22690958"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Blackdown Hills <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22690905#p22690905"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Matvei stopped moving, turning around to face William again. He held his arms out in a fake surrender, his knees giving out beneath him. He knelt in front of the survivors, an arrogant smirk on his face. ""I never wanted to leave. Your companion made that decision for me."" At that, he passed out from loss of blood, lying face down on the ground.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Hannah dropped to her knees, hands covering her lips as she stared at the dying man, blood staining the ground around him. This was too much for her, she just wanted this to be a big dream, and that she would wake up at any moment.</div></blockquote><br/>William walked solumnly over to Hannah, putting his hands on her shoulders ""He killed himself, I've seen worse, much worse"" He said, his eyes getting a far away look to them."
8653,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=350,2014-12-05T19:45:00,Faragas,wow
8654,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=350,2014-12-05T19:46:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Faragas <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22691002#p22691002"">wrote</a>:</cite>wow</div></blockquote><br/>Please leave. What part?"
8655,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=350,2014-12-05T19:51:00,Saint Morning,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22690977#p22690977"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Saint Morning <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22690958#p22690958"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Hannah dropped to her knees, hands covering her lips as she stared at the dying man, blood staining the ground around him. This was too much for her, she just wanted this to be a big dream, and that she would wake up at any moment.</div></blockquote><br/>William walked solumnly over to Hannah, putting his hands on her shoulders ""He killed himself, I've seen worse, much worse"" He said, his eyes getting a far away look to them.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Hannah, continued to stare at the body in disbelief, ignoring Will's presence as her mind raced. ""What are you going to do with his body?' She didn't want to leave it rotting on the road."
8656,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=350,2014-12-05T19:53:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saint Morning <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22691056#p22691056"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22690977#p22690977"">wrote</a>:</cite>William walked solumnly over to Hannah, putting his hands on her shoulders ""He killed himself, I've seen worse, much worse"" He said, his eyes getting a far away look to them.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Hannah, continued to stare at the body in disbelief, ignoring Will's presence as her mind raced. ""What are you going to do with his body?' She didn't want to leave it rotting on the road.</div></blockquote><br/>""He deserves a proper burial, we'll head back and get the shovels. Are you Okay?"""
8657,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=350,2014-12-05T19:53:00,New Hunteria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saint Morning <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22691056#p22691056"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22690977#p22690977"">wrote</a>:</cite>William walked solumnly over to Hannah, putting his hands on her shoulders ""He killed himself, I've seen worse, much worse"" He said, his eyes getting a far away look to them.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Hannah, continued to stare at the body in disbelief, ignoring Will's presence as her mind raced. ""What are you going to do with his body?' She didn't want to leave it rotting on the road.</div></blockquote><br/>janet walks back wiping the blood off her knife, "" we take his stuff, including the fatigues then bury him, that what i think we should do."""
8658,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=350,2014-12-05T19:54:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Hunteria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22691070#p22691070"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Saint Morning <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22691056#p22691056"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Hannah, continued to stare at the body in disbelief, ignoring Will's presence as her mind raced. ""What are you going to do with his body?' She didn't want to leave it rotting on the road.</div></blockquote><br/>janet walks back wiping the blood off her knife, "" we take his stuff, including the fatigues then bury him, that what i think we should do.""</div></blockquote><br/>""What is wrong with you?? It was stuff like this that caused THIS!"" William said, motioning to the world around him."
8659,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=350,2014-12-05T19:56:00,New Hunteria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22691084#p22691084"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Hunteria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22691070#p22691070"">wrote</a>:</cite>janet walks back wiping the blood off her knife, "" we take his stuff, including the fatigues then bury him, that what i think we should do.""</div></blockquote><br/>""What is wrong with you?? It was stuff like this that caused THIS!"" William said, motioning to the world around him.</div></blockquote><br/>""Its the Apocalypse! And you want to leave all this gear behind! That Loot can be of value! we cant just throw stuff away!"""
8660,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=350,2014-12-05T19:57:00,Saint Morning,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22691065#p22691065"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Saint Morning <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22691056#p22691056"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Hannah, continued to stare at the body in disbelief, ignoring Will's presence as her mind raced. ""What are you going to do with his body?' She didn't want to leave it rotting on the road.</div></blockquote><br/>""He deserves a proper burial, we'll head back and get the shovels. Are you Okay?""<br/><br/>Janet walks back wiping the blood off her knife, "" we take his stuff, including the fatigues then bury him, that what i think we should do.""<br/></div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Yeah"" Hannah said looking up at Will ""I just need a moment to catch my bearings, it's not everyday you witness someone kill themselves""<br/><br/>""Sounds like a plan"" She said to Janet. Taking in a deep breathe before trying to stand."
8661,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=350,2014-12-05T20:04:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saint Morning <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22691105#p22691105"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22691065#p22691065"">wrote</a>:</cite>""He deserves a proper burial, we'll head back and get the shovels. Are you Okay?""<br/><br/>Janet walks back wiping the blood off her knife, "" we take his stuff, including the fatigues then bury him, that what i think we should do.""<br/></div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Yeah"" Hannah said looking up at Will ""I just need a moment to catch my bearings, it's not everyday you witness someone kill themselves""<br/><br/>""Sounds like a plan"" She said to Janet. Taking in a deep breathe before trying to stand.</div></blockquote><br/>""I saw much worse in the invasion"" William said ""I... I.... I was a soldier"" William said, getting emotional, but agreeing to search the body ""I'll help"""
8662,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=350,2014-12-05T20:12:00,The Blackdown Hills,"Nikoloz Savitadze woke up, looking at the sky above. As an airbourne soldier, he remembered swooping down from that sky, raining death upon the Americans below. He hated the war, but he still fought. He knew that what was happening was wrong, but he saw the apocalyptic end to the war as an opportunity to start anew. He had no real allegiance to the Russian military. He loved his homeland, Georgia, but was forced into the Russian military when Russia invaded. Now, the only allegiance he had was to the other members of his unit. Of course, after the brutal fighting, paired with the fighting with various pockets of surviving American forces, there were only two of them left. Nikoloz and his comrade Sergei had become close like brothers. This made it even harder for Nikoloz to see his brother Sergei so gravely wounded. He had carried Sergei for miles, hoping to find some sort of medical centre. Sergei had bled all over Nikoloz from several bullet wounds, but Nik refused to accept that Sergei was dying. He looked over at his brother, who was not moving, panicking that the Russian had died. He went to him quickly, shaking his shoulder. Sergei didn't move - he was dead. Nikoloz felt an overwhelming grief come over him. He hadn't been able to save his closest friend. He laid down on the ground, motionless and unable to speak, unable to cry from his dried tear ducts.<br/><br/>(OOC: He is approximately three miles from Lockesburg)"
8663,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=350,2014-12-05T20:21:00,The Unites State-Of-Minds,"Daniel remained silent through the majority of events, feeling that he had said enough by that point. He felt disappointed at Matvei's death, having expected to have some fun with him. What concerned him more was how shaken up most of the group seemed to be from the course of events, although it was beyond his course of study as to corrective actions. All he could do was provide relevant information.<br/><br/><br/>""Six feet down. We don't want to be hearing from his corpse later that we skipped out on getting him deep enough."""
8664,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=350,2014-12-05T20:25:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Unites State-Of-Minds <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22691321#p22691321"">wrote</a>:</cite>Daniel remained silent through the majority of events, feeling that he had said enough by that point. He felt disappointed at Matvei's death, having expected to have some fun with him. What concerned him more was how shaken up most of the group seemed to be from the course of events, although it was beyond his course of study as to corrective actions. All he could do was provide relevant information. <br/><br/><br/>""Six feet down. We don't want to be hearing from his corpse later that we skipped out on getting him deep enough.""</div></blockquote><br/>""On the beaches we pilled the bodies up and then burned them"" William said, his eyes looking somewhere far away."
8665,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=350,2014-12-05T20:27:00,Saint Sauveux,"<blockquote><div><cite>Capsland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22688009#p22688009"">wrote</a>:</cite>Edward woke up from his sleep and saw Cami talking to a stranger. He quickly jumped up and ran to Cami, separating Cami from this new stranger.<br/>""Who are you? Why are you here!?"" Edward stood tall, tying to look intimidating against the stranger. He started speaking to Cami, not looking at her and keeping his eyes on the man. ""Who is this guy? Is he a threat?"".</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Cami held out her hands, hoping to calm Edward down. ""Hey, don't worry. I don't think he's a threat. He just wants to find some materials so that he can cook up a fox. He had a few opportunities to kill me, but he hasn't."" She looked over at Wojtek, who seemed to have trouble with communication."
8666,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=350,2014-12-05T20:29:00,The Unites State-Of-Minds,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22691350#p22691350"">wrote</a>:</cite>""On the beaches we pilled the bodies up and then burned them"" William said, his eyes looking somewhere far away.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>From the guy who said he deserved a proper burial? I mean, sure, the human body is basically just a giant candle, burns slow, but good. But do you really want that stench filling the air? If we were moving somewhere else, perhaps, but not so long as we remain in town and have a viable alternative."
8667,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=350,2014-12-05T20:31:00,Saint Morning,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22691350#p22691350"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Unites State-Of-Minds <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22691321#p22691321"">wrote</a>:</cite>Daniel remained silent through the majority of events, feeling that he had said enough by that point. He felt disappointed at Matvei's death, having expected to have some fun with him. What concerned him more was how shaken up most of the group seemed to be from the course of events, although it was beyond his course of study as to corrective actions. All he could do was provide relevant information. <br/><br/><br/>""Six feet down. We don't want to be hearing from his corpse later that we skipped out on getting him deep enough.""</div></blockquote><br/>""On the beaches we pilled the bodies up and then burned them"" William said, his eyes looking somewhere far away.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Hannah titled her head at Will. ""Well there are no beaches around here and I don't think it would be wise to burn his body, might attract unwanted attention"" She said. She noticed his rather distant look and frowned. ""Are you ok Will? you seem more shaken up then I am"" She claimed taking a few steps towards the man."
8668,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=350,2014-12-05T20:34:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Unites State-Of-Minds <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22691401#p22691401"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22691350#p22691350"">wrote</a>:</cite>""On the beaches we pilled the bodies up and then burned them"" William said, his eyes looking somewhere far away.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>From the guy who said he deserved a proper burial? I mean, sure, the human body is basically just a giant candle, burns slow, but good. But do you really want that stench filling the air? If we were moving somewhere else, perhaps, but not so long as we remain in town and have a viable alternative.</div></blockquote><br/>William didn't even seem to hear Daniel, or Hannah, he was back in California ""The Chinese came in droves, we were in bunkers, armed to the teeth. They kept coming, and dying. Nothing seemed to phase them. At the end of the day, hundreds were dead. I was attached to a medical unit in the National Guard. All of the men who were wounded. I can still hear their screams. So horrible"""
8669,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=350,2014-12-05T20:40:00,The Unites State-Of-Minds,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22691446#p22691446"">wrote</a>:</cite>William didn't even seem to hear Daniel, or Hannah, he was back in California ""The Chinese came in droves, we were in bunkers, armed to the teeth. They kept coming, and dying. Nothing seemed to phase them. At the end of the day, hundreds were dead. I was attached to a medical unit in the National Guard. All of the men who were wounded. I can still hear their screams. So horrible""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Daniel listened to Will speak for a few seconds before he had his fill. He walked up to will, putting both hands on either of his shoulders.<br/><br/>""We dont have time for this, so I'm just going to hit you""<br/><br/>Before Will could react, Daniel hit him across the face.<br/><br/>""I understand that things haven't been pleasant, but save the flashback for when we have spare time""<br/><br/>[Skill: Strength: 1]"
8670,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=350,2014-12-05T20:41:00,Saint Morning,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22691446#p22691446"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Unites State-Of-Minds <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22691401#p22691401"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>From the guy who said he deserved a proper burial? I mean, sure, the human body is basically just a giant candle, burns slow, but good. But do you really want that stench filling the air? If we were moving somewhere else, perhaps, but not so long as we remain in town and have a viable alternative.</div></blockquote><br/>William didn't even seem to hear Daniel, or Hannah, he was back in California ""The Chinese came in droves, we were in bunkers, armed to the teeth. They kept coming, and dying. Nothing seemed to phase them. At the end of the day, hundreds were dead. I was attached to a medical unit in the National Guard. All of the men who were wounded. I can still hear their screams. So horrible""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Hannah was getting annoyed by the fact that the man seemed to be ignoring her. But stopped when his words began to seep in."" I'm sorry you had to experience that"" She said,scratching her head. ""I hues did whole situation is bring up bad memories isn't it?"" She questioned, lowering her head. Hannah raised a brow when the other male smacked Will.<br/><br/>""Was that really necessary?'"
8671,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=350,2014-12-05T20:45:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Unites State-Of-Minds <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22691512#p22691512"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22691446#p22691446"">wrote</a>:</cite>William didn't even seem to hear Daniel, or Hannah, he was back in California ""The Chinese came in droves, we were in bunkers, armed to the teeth. They kept coming, and dying. Nothing seemed to phase them. At the end of the day, hundreds were dead. I was attached to a medical unit in the National Guard. All of the men who were wounded. I can still hear their screams. So horrible""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Daniel listened to Will speak for a few seconds before he had his fill. He walked up to will, putting both hands on either of his shoulders. <br/><br/>""We dont have time for this, so I'm just going to hit you""<br/><br/>Before Will could react, Daniel hit him across the face.<br/><br/>""I understand that things haven't been pleasant, but save the flashback for when we have spare time""<br/><br/>[Skill: Strength: 1]</div></blockquote><br/>William's reflexes kicked in and he sent a fist into Daniel's face. Immediately afterwards he snapped out of it ""I'm sorry. Thanks Hannah, for not being a jerk like this guy"" Motioning to the man holding his nose<br/><br/>strength: 4"
8672,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=375,2014-12-05T20:50:00,New Hunteria,"Janet Walked over to the Humvee and looked at it's engine and wheels, ""Hmm....<blockquote><div><cite>The Unites State-Of-Minds <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22691401#p22691401"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22691350#p22691350"">wrote</a>:</cite>""On the beaches we pilled the bodies up and then burned them"" William said, his eyes looking somewhere far away.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>From the guy who said he deserved a proper burial? I mean, sure, the human body is basically just a giant candle, burns slow, but good. But do you really want that stench filling the air? If we were moving somewhere else, perhaps, but not so long as we remain in town and have a viable alternative.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Oi daniel! come help me with the humvee.""<br/><br/>janet then checked the humvee for supplies.<br/><br/>intelligence: 6<br/>looting: 2<br/>ingenuity: 3"
8673,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=375,2014-12-05T20:51:00,The Unites State-Of-Minds,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22691559#p22691559"">wrote</a>:</cite>William's reflexes kicked in and he sent a fist into Daniel's face. Immediately afterwards he snapped out of it ""I'm sorry. Thanks Hannah, for not being a jerk like this guy"" Motioning to the man holding his nose<br/><br/>strength: 4</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Daniel held his face as the sharp pain slowly dulled, a salty fluid dripping into his mouth. Despite the pain, he couldn't help but chuckle. After all, people had been shot at, killed, and damaged in various ways. And all he ended up with was a nosebleed, from his own team no less. He managed to speak without betraying much pain, before he felt the headache set in.<br/><br/>""Say what you will, but it snapped you out of it........Oh dear...."""
8674,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=375,2014-12-05T20:52:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Unites State-Of-Minds <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22691634#p22691634"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22691559#p22691559"">wrote</a>:</cite>William's reflexes kicked in and he sent a fist into Daniel's face. Immediately afterwards he snapped out of it ""I'm sorry. Thanks Hannah, for not being a jerk like this guy"" Motioning to the man holding his nose<br/><br/>strength: 4</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Daniel held his face as the sharp pain slowly dulled, a salty fluid dripping into his mouth. Despite the pain, he couldn't help but chuckle. After all, people had been shot at, killed, and damaged in various ways. And all he ended up with was a nosebleed, from his own team no less. He managed to speak without betraying much pain, before he felt the headache set in. <br/><br/>""Say what you will, but it snapped you out of it........Oh dear....""</div></blockquote><br/>""Who wants to stay here while we pick up the others? The Hummer has a full tank of gas"""
8675,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=375,2014-12-05T20:53:00,Saint Morning,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22691559#p22691559"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Unites State-Of-Minds <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22691512#p22691512"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Daniel listened to Will speak for a few seconds before he had his fill. He walked up to will, putting both hands on either of his shoulders. <br/><br/>""We dont have time for this, so I'm just going to hit you""<br/><br/>Before Will could react, Daniel hit him across the face.<br/><br/>""I understand that things haven't been pleasant, but save the flashback for when we have spare time""<br/><br/>[Skill: Strength: 1]</div></blockquote><br/>William's reflexes kicked in and he sent a fist into Daniel's face. Immediately afterwards he snapped out of it ""I'm sorry. Thanks Hannah, for not being a jerk like this guy"" Motioning to the man holding his nose<br/><br/>strength: 4</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Im glad I wasn't"" She said, as she made way towards Will, reaching up she touched the part of his face that was still red. ""God you so banged up Will, I think we should head back to your base"" she retracted her hand and made her way towards the other man. ""let me see your nose, gotta make sure Will didn't damage it too bad"" she said, sending a sharp look towards the man.<br/><br/>(Charisma 5)"
8676,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=375,2014-12-05T20:56:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saint Morning <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22691675#p22691675"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22691559#p22691559"">wrote</a>:</cite>William's reflexes kicked in and he sent a fist into Daniel's face. Immediately afterwards he snapped out of it ""I'm sorry. Thanks Hannah, for not being a jerk like this guy"" Motioning to the man holding his nose<br/><br/>strength: 4</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Im glad I wasn't"" She said, as she made way towards Will, reaching up she touched the part of his face that was still red. ""God you so banged up Will, I think we should head back to your base"" she retracted her hand and made her way towards the other man. ""let me see your nose, gotta make sure Will didn't damage it too bad"" she said, sending a sharp look towards the man.<br/><br/>(Charisma 5)</div></blockquote><br/>""Let's get going, I'll drive"" Will said ""And sorry Daniel. I was some other place"""
8677,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=375,2014-12-05T20:59:00,New Hunteria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22691706#p22691706"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Saint Morning <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22691675#p22691675"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""Im glad I wasn't"" She said, as she made way towards Will, reaching up she touched the part of his face that was still red. ""God you so banged up Will, I think we should head back to your base"" she retracted her hand and made her way towards the other man. ""let me see your nose, gotta make sure Will didn't damage it too bad"" she said, sending a sharp look towards the man.<br/><br/>(Charisma 5)</div></blockquote><br/>""Let's get going, I'll drive"" Will said ""And sorry Daniel. I was some other place""</div></blockquote><br/>""I call shot gun!"" Janet hops into the humvee, ""Well come on! we dont got much time to go to your mystery base!"""
8678,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=375,2014-12-05T21:01:00,Saint Morning,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Hunteria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22691733#p22691733"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22691706#p22691706"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Let's get going, I'll drive"" Will said ""And sorry Daniel. I was some other place""</div></blockquote><br/>""I call shot gun!"" Janet hops into the humvee, ""Well come on! we dont got much time to go to your mystery base!""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Hannah sighed and moved away from Daniel. ""Well then, I guess i'll be sitting in the back then"" She said as she made her way towards the humvee."
8679,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=375,2014-12-05T21:02:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Hunteria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22691733#p22691733"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22691706#p22691706"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Let's get going, I'll drive"" Will said ""And sorry Daniel. I was some other place""</div></blockquote><br/>""I call shot gun!"" Janet hops into the humvee, ""Well come on! we dont got much time to go to your mystery base!""</div></blockquote><br/>""You seem to be a better shot, why not man the gun and Hannah sit up front?"""
8680,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=375,2014-12-05T21:03:00,The Unites State-Of-Minds,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saint Morning <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22691675#p22691675"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Im glad I wasn't"" She said, as she made way towards Will, reaching up she touched the part of his face that was still red. ""God you so banged up Will, I think we should head back to your base"" she retracted her hand and made her way towards the other man. ""let me see your nose, gotta make sure Will didn't damage it too bad"" she said, sending a sharp look towards the man.<br/><br/>(Charisma 5)</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Thank you for your concern, but there are things of greater importance then treating the ass who is the cause of his own injury.Besides, Will was kind enough to retain his full force and dispensed a nosebleed rather then a broken one, otherwise I wouldn't be standing. Look after him instead.<br/><br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22691706#p22691706"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Let's get going, I'll drive"" Will said ""And sorry Daniel. I was some other place""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>No worries. I accomplished the intended goal, the nosebleed is a simple compensation.<br/>[Skill: Intelligence: 8]"
8681,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=375,2014-12-05T21:05:00,New Hunteria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22691774#p22691774"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Hunteria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22691733#p22691733"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I call shot gun!"" Janet hops into the humvee, ""Well come on! we dont got much time to go to your mystery base!""</div></blockquote><br/>""You seem to be a better shot, why not man the gun and Hannah sit up front?""</div></blockquote><br/>""Fine."" Janet put on her scarf and gets in the turret seat. ""HAHA, This gun just reeks awesomeness! Ill name her SASHA!"""
8682,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=375,2014-12-05T21:08:00,Saint Morning,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Hunteria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22691801#p22691801"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22691774#p22691774"">wrote</a>:</cite>""You seem to be a better shot, why not man the gun and Hannah sit up front?""</div></blockquote><br/>""Fine"" Janet put on her scarf and gets in the turret seat. ""HAHA, This gun just reeks awesomeness! Ill name her SASHA!""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Hannah hopped into the front seat , using her hands she pushed a few locks of hair behind her ear. ""Sasha? why Sasha?"" she inquired looking back towards janet,"
8683,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=375,2014-12-05T21:10:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Unites State-Of-Minds <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22691789#p22691789"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Saint Morning <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22691675#p22691675"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Im glad I wasn't"" She said, as she made way towards Will, reaching up she touched the part of his face that was still red. ""God you so banged up Will, I think we should head back to your base"" she retracted her hand and made her way towards the other man. ""let me see your nose, gotta make sure Will didn't damage it too bad"" she said, sending a sharp look towards the man.<br/><br/>(Charisma 5)</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Thank you for your concern, but there are things of greater importance then treating the ass who is the cause of his own injury.Besides, Will was kind enough to retain his full force and dispensed a nosebleed rather then a broken one, otherwise I wouldn't be standing. Look after him instead. <br/><br/> <br/><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22691706#p22691706"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Let's get going, I'll drive"" Will said ""And sorry Daniel. I was some other place""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>No worries. I accomplished the intended goal, the nosebleed is a simple compensation. <br/>[Skill: Intelligence: 8]</div></blockquote><br/>William hopped in front next to hannah. He yelled at the Finn and the Japanese men ""Hold here until we get back, you each have a rifle, try not to use them!"" He then motioned for Daniel to get in ""C'mon"""
8684,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=375,2014-12-05T21:13:00,New Hunteria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saint Morning <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22691836#p22691836"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Hunteria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22691801#p22691801"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Fine"" Janet put on her scarf and gets in the turret seat. ""HAHA, This gun just reeks awesomeness! Ill name her SASHA!""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Hannah hopped into the front seat , using her hands she pushed a few locks of hair behind her ear. ""Sasha? why Sasha?"" she inquired looking back towards janet,</div></blockquote><br/>""I Had A friend named Sasha."" Janet hit the roof of the humvee with her fist. ""Lets get a move on Will."""
8685,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=375,2014-12-05T21:14:00,Suurta-Osavaltio,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22691858#p22691858"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Unites State-Of-Minds <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22691789#p22691789"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Thank you for your concern, but there are things of greater importance then treating the ass who is the cause of his own injury.Besides, Will was kind enough to retain his full force and dispensed a nosebleed rather then a broken one, otherwise I wouldn't be standing. Look after him instead. <br/><br/> <br/><br/><br/>No worries. I accomplished the intended goal, the nosebleed is a simple compensation. <br/>[Skill: Intelligence: 8]</div></blockquote><br/>William hopped in front next to hannah. He yelled at the Finn and the Japanese men ""Hold here until we get back, you each have a rifle, try not to use them!"" He then motioned for Daniel to get in ""C'mon""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Joni looked at William with a blank stare, having watched the entire scene with Matvei unfold before him. He had fired some shots at the Russian soldiers, but he hadn't expected anybody to die. He sighed, nodding his head. ""We will wait. Try not to take too long."" He turned to Takihiro. ""We started off on a bad note earlier."""
8686,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=375,2014-12-05T21:14:00,The Unites State-Of-Minds,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22691858#p22691858"">wrote</a>:</cite>William hopped in front next to hannah. He yelled at the Finn and the Japanese men ""Hold here until we get back, you each have a rifle, try not to use them!"" He then motioned for Daniel to get in ""C'mon""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Alright then""<br/><br/>Climbing in back, Daniel situated himself as far back as he could, leaning his head against the walls of the vehicle as he pinched the bridge of his nose."
8687,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=375,2014-12-05T21:16:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Suurta-Osavaltio <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22691902#p22691902"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22691858#p22691858"">wrote</a>:</cite>William hopped in front next to hannah. He yelled at the Finn and the Japanese men ""Hold here until we get back, you each have a rifle, try not to use them!"" He then motioned for Daniel to get in ""C'mon""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Joni looked at William with a blank stare, having watched the entire scene with Matvei unfold before him. He had fired some shots at the Russian soldiers, but he hadn't expected anybody to die. He sighed, nodding his head. ""We will wait. Try not to take too long."" He turned to Takihiro. ""We started off on a bad note earlier.""</div></blockquote><br/>""See ya!"" Will called out then hit the Gas. They were traveling slow, making sure not to run into any soldiers, and because the streets were full of potholes. ""So... What was you life like before this happened?"" William asked Hannah."
8688,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=375,2014-12-05T21:28:00,New Hunteria,""" Hey Will how far away are we from your base, cause i would like to get there before we freeze to death.""<br/><br/>Janet proceeded to whistle the theme of a game she made."
8689,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=375,2014-12-05T21:28:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Hunteria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22692059#p22692059"">wrote</a>:</cite>"" Hey Will how far away are we from your base, cause i would like to get there before we freeze to death.""<br/><br/>Janet proceeded to whistle the theme of a game she made.</div></blockquote><br/>""Bout 10 Minutes"""
8690,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=375,2014-12-05T21:32:00,Saint Morning,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22691929#p22691929"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Suurta-Osavaltio <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22691902#p22691902"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Joni looked at William with a blank stare, having watched the entire scene with Matvei unfold before him. He had fired some shots at the Russian soldiers, but he hadn't expected anybody to die. He sighed, nodding his head. ""We will wait. Try not to take too long."" He turned to Takihiro. ""We started off on a bad note earlier.""</div></blockquote><br/>""See ya!"" Will called out then hit the Gas. They were traveling slow, making sure not to run into any soldiers, and because the streets were full of potholes. ""So... What was you life like before this happened?"" William asked Hannah.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>"" Hmm"" She turned to Will, having been staring off into space. ""I didn't really have much of a life outside of my career, I mostly travelled from country to country following leads, trying to find some ground breaking story that would get me on the map."" She turned towards Will. ""Maybe it was a good things I didn't have time to get to know people, any friends i would have made probably would have ended up died""<br/><br/>""What about? How was your life as a historian?"""
8691,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=375,2014-12-05T21:34:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saint Morning <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22692105#p22692105"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22691929#p22691929"">wrote</a>:</cite>""See ya!"" Will called out then hit the Gas. They were traveling slow, making sure not to run into any soldiers, and because the streets were full of potholes. ""So... What was you life like before this happened?"" William asked Hannah.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>"" Hmm"" She turned to Will, having been staring off into space. ""I didn't really have much of a life outside of my career, I mostly travelled from country to country following leads, trying to find some ground breaking story that would get me on the map."" She turned towards Will. ""Maybe it was a good things I didn't have time to get to know people, any friends i would have made probably would have ended up died""<br/><br/>""What about? How was your life as a historian?""</div></blockquote><br/>""Lonely, I never had time for a social life. Either traveling or teaching, that's it"""
8692,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=375,2014-12-05T21:37:00,Saint Morning,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22692120#p22692120"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Saint Morning <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22692105#p22692105"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>"" Hmm"" She turned to Will, having been staring off into space. ""I didn't really have much of a life outside of my career, I mostly travelled from country to country following leads, trying to find some ground breaking story that would get me on the map."" She turned towards Will. ""Maybe it was a good things I didn't have time to get to know people, any friends i would have made probably would have ended up died""<br/><br/>""What about? How was your life as a historian?""</div></blockquote><br/>""Lonely, I never had time for a social life. Either traveling or teaching, that's it""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Well i guess the both of us lived sad, boring lives"" She joked."
8693,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=375,2014-12-05T21:41:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saint Morning <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22692163#p22692163"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22692120#p22692120"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Lonely, I never had time for a social life. Either traveling or teaching, that's it""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Well i guess the both of us lived sad, boring lives"" She joked.</div></blockquote><br/>""Who woulda guessed two lonely people would meet after nuclear war? Funny thing is I never even had a friend or girlfriend before"""
8694,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=375,2014-12-05T21:49:00,Saint Morning,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22692216#p22692216"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Saint Morning <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22692163#p22692163"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""Well i guess the both of us lived sad, boring lives"" She joked.</div></blockquote><br/>""Who woulda guessed two lonely people would meet after nuclear war? Funny thing is I never even had a friend or girlfriend before""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>'Seriously?"" She stared at Will with a surprise look on her face. ""You never had a girlfriend? I don't believe you, girls probably swarm around you"""
8695,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=375,2014-12-05T21:52:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saint Morning <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22692298#p22692298"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22692216#p22692216"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Who woulda guessed two lonely people would meet after nuclear war? Funny thing is I never even had a friend or girlfriend before""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>'Seriously?"" She stared at Will with a surprise look on her face. ""You never had a girlfriend? I don't believe you, girls probably swarm around you""</div></blockquote><br/>""Ha ha, your funny. Oh, here's the town hall"" Will said, as they pulled up to the old brick building."
8696,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=375,2014-12-05T21:54:00,New Hunteria,Janet jumped out of the humvee and walked towards the entrance of the building.
8697,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=400,2014-12-05T21:55:00,Saint Sauveux,"Cami heard a vehicle pull up, which alarmed her. She looked out the window, shotgun in hand, and saw a woman walking towards the building. She didn't recognise the woman, so she made sure to stay out of sight."
8698,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=400,2014-12-05T21:57:00,New Hunteria,"Janet turned to Will ""You sure this is it? doesnt seem like something i'd hide out in."""
8699,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=400,2014-12-05T21:57:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saint Sauveux <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22692331#p22692331"">wrote</a>:</cite>Cami heard a vehicle pull up, which alarmed her. She looked out the window, shotgun in hand, and saw a woman walking towards the building. She didn't recognise the woman, so she made sure to stay out of sight.</div></blockquote><br/>William got out too and opened to door for Hannah. He then called out ""we are back!""<br/>He turned to Janet ""it's only temporary"""
8700,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=400,2014-12-05T21:59:00,New Hunteria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22692355#p22692355"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Saint Sauveux <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22692331#p22692331"">wrote</a>:</cite>Cami heard a vehicle pull up, which alarmed her. She looked out the window, shotgun in hand, and saw a woman walking towards the building. She didn't recognise the woman, so she made sure to stay out of sight.</div></blockquote><br/>William got out too and opened to door for Hannah. He then called out ""we are back!"" <br/>He turned to Janet ""it's only temporary""</div></blockquote><br/>""alrighty then."" Janet walked up to the door and opened it to go inside."
8701,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=400,2014-12-05T22:00:00,Saint Sauveux,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22692355#p22692355"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Saint Sauveux <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22692331#p22692331"">wrote</a>:</cite>Cami heard a vehicle pull up, which alarmed her. She looked out the window, shotgun in hand, and saw a woman walking towards the building. She didn't recognise the woman, so she made sure to stay out of sight.</div></blockquote><br/>William got out too and opened to door for Hannah. He then called out ""we are back!"" <br/>He turned to Janet ""it's only temporary""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Cami realised that it was William and the group who went to look for supplies. She rushed over, shotgun still in hand, hoping that they had found something. Wojtek's attempts to cook fox had made her very hungry, so she hoped they had brought something back. She looked at the new woman with some distrust, but she didn't let it distract her. ""Well, how did it go? I notice the Russian isn't here."""
8702,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=400,2014-12-05T22:06:00,New Hunteria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saint Sauveux <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22692388#p22692388"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22692355#p22692355"">wrote</a>:</cite>William got out too and opened to door for Hannah. He then called out ""we are back!"" <br/>He turned to Janet ""it's only temporary""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Cami realised that it was William and the group who went to look for supplies. She rushed over, shotgun still in hand, hoping that they had found something. Wojtek's attempts to cook fox had made her very hungry, so she hoped they had brought something back. She looked at the new woman with some distrust, but she didn't let it distract her. ""Well, how did it go? I notice the Russian isn't here.""</div></blockquote><br/>""The russian left our group."" Janet said, hoping the girl wouldn't notice the blood on her boots and knife."
8703,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=400,2014-12-06T06:40:00,Capsland,"Edward trusted Cami and put his guard down, leaving the stranger to do what he wanted. The saw the car pull up, but something off, there was a new person. Edward walked up to the woman with a confused look.<br/>""And who might you be? And why are you so bloody?"" He turned to Will. ""What the hell happened out there!?"""
8704,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=400,2014-12-06T09:59:00,The Blackdown Hills,"Nikoloz stood up, wiping dirt from his uniform. He would likely never get over Sergei's death, but he knew that if he wanted to survive, he had to push forward. There must be civilisation somewhere. He climbed to the top of a ridge, from which he would have much better vantage point. He scanned the horizon, seeing a small town not far away. He figured he could reach the town within an hour, so he picked up his pack and started toward his new destination, looking back at the fresh burial mound he'd made for his brother."
8705,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=400,2014-12-06T11:28:00,New Jordslag,"<blockquote><div><cite>Capsland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22694699#p22694699"">wrote</a>:</cite>Edward trusted Cami and put his guard down, leaving the stranger to do what he wanted. The saw the car pull up, but something off, there was a new person. Edward walked up to the woman with a confused look.<br/>""And who might you be? And why are you so bloody?"" He turned to Will. ""What the hell happened out there!?""</div></blockquote><br/>Takihiro stepped in front of Edward, a cold look on his eyes. ""Edward."" He says. ""We are Hungry, we are Thirsty, and we are Tired of this shit. Step aside, soldier."" Then, before he had a chance to respond, Takihiro roughly pushed Edward aside and stepped into the base. Then he stopped and turned around. ""I am now Lieutenant Takihiro, and you wwill do well to remember that. If somebody wants to be our Captain, feel free. We need a leader. But it has to be somebody we can agree on."" Then he stopped, swiveled around, and marched into the Basement without a further word. He proceeded to look around for items they may have missed.<br/><br/>Intelligence: 5<br/>Ingenuity: 1<br/>Looting: 2"
8706,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=400,2014-12-06T11:45:00,New Hunteria,"Janet claps her hands together. ""Well then! im going to cook some food or something... you guys can handle this out.""<br/><br/>Janet walks inside avoiding edward and cami. and sits by the fire."
8707,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=400,2014-12-06T12:09:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Jordslag <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22696902#p22696902"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Capsland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22694699#p22694699"">wrote</a>:</cite>Edward trusted Cami and put his guard down, leaving the stranger to do what he wanted. The saw the car pull up, but something off, there was a new person. Edward walked up to the woman with a confused look.<br/>""And who might you be? And why are you so bloody?"" He turned to Will. ""What the hell happened out there!?""</div></blockquote><br/>Takihiro stepped in front of Edward, a cold look on his eyes. ""Edward."" He says. ""We are Hungry, we are Thirsty, and we are Tired of this shit. Step aside, soldier."" Then, before he had a chance to respond, Takihiro roughly pushed Edward aside and stepped into the base. Then he stopped and turned around. ""I am now Lieutenant Takihiro, and you wwill do well to remember that. If somebody wants to be our Captain, feel free. We need a leader. But it has to be somebody we can agree on."" Then he stopped, swiveled around, and marched into the Basement without a further word. He proceeded to look around for items they may have missed.<br/><br/>Intelligence: 5<br/>Ingenuity: 1<br/>Looting: 2</div></blockquote><br/>""I can be the Captain. I've lead before and can make strong alliances. In addition, I've been the one that has taken charge mostly"" William followed Takihiro into the building and sat down by the fire."
8708,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=400,2014-12-06T12:27:00,Saint Sauveux,"Cami really wasn't happy with the way things were going. It was clear by the blood that the Russian was dead. Despite her anger towards the Russian, she hated to see anybody killed, so she was rather upset by his death. She was especially confused by Takihiro making himself into some sort of military leader. This pissed her off. ""Why should we have military ranks? Didn't the military essentially destroy our entire world? I'd rather we left the military out of our little group, no matter what we did before the war."" She sat down, her arms crossed over her chest, wishing that there were more stable-minded people around."
8709,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=400,2014-12-06T12:33:00,Capsland,"He didn't have time to respond when Takihiro pushed him out of the way. Then he heard the new military proposal. ""Do you guys really think having a military system of command will help things!? I'm with Cami on this, if we're all under some military rule then we'll end up no better than the Russian and Chinese armies roaming about. You, my friend. He pointed at Takihiro. ""You are probably the most dumbest here thinking that this group is going to survive!"". He walked back outside and brushed some snow off of a step and sat down, trying to release his anger."
8710,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=400,2014-12-06T12:37:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Capsland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22697648#p22697648"">wrote</a>:</cite>He didn't have time to respond when Takihiro pushed him out of the way. Then he heard the new military proposal. ""Do you guys really think having a military system of command will help things!? I'm with Cami on this, if we're all under some military rule then we'll end up no better than the Russian and Chinese armies roaming about. You, my friend. He pointed at Takihiro. ""You are probably the most dumbest here thinking that this group is going to survive!"". He walked back outside and brushed some snow off of a step and sat down, trying to release his anger.</div></blockquote><br/>""They are all right. We need to start new, I agree we should have something to defend ourselves, but we shouldn't turn this into another system of elites. We are all equals, with all equal power. Now, Takihiro, are we going to have a problem with this? Or not?"" William said, his anger growing once again as he entered the basement, which had been picked clean."
8711,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=400,2014-12-06T12:51:00,Saint Sauveux,"<blockquote><div><cite>Capsland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22697648#p22697648"">wrote</a>:</cite>He didn't have time to respond when Takihiro pushed him out of the way. Then he heard the new military proposal. ""Do you guys really think having a military system of command will help things!? I'm with Cami on this, if we're all under some military rule then we'll end up no better than the Russian and Chinese armies roaming about. You, my friend. He pointed at Takihiro. ""You are probably the most dumbest here thinking that this group is going to survive!"". He walked back outside and brushed some snow off of a step and sat down, trying to release his anger.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Cami saw Edward go outside, so she went with him. He was one of the few who she felt she could trust. She brushed the snow off of the step next to him and sat, looking out on the town. ""I agree with you. I don't think it's a good idea to have any kind of military. I actually want to see this town become a town again. At least, something remotely like things were before."""
8712,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=400,2014-12-06T12:56:00,Capsland,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saint Sauveux <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22697863#p22697863"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Capsland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22697648#p22697648"">wrote</a>:</cite>He didn't have time to respond when Takihiro pushed him out of the way. Then he heard the new military proposal. ""Do you guys really think having a military system of command will help things!? I'm with Cami on this, if we're all under some military rule then we'll end up no better than the Russian and Chinese armies roaming about. You, my friend. He pointed at Takihiro. ""You are probably the most dumbest here thinking that this group is going to survive!"". He walked back outside and brushed some snow off of a step and sat down, trying to release his anger.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Cami saw Edward go outside, so she went with him. He was one of the few who she felt she could trust. She brushed the snow off of the step next to him and sat, looking out on the town. ""I agree with you. I don't think it's a good idea to have any kind of military. I actually want to see this town become a town again. At least, something remotely like things were before.""</div></blockquote><br/>Edward saw Cami sit next to him, he looked toward the tree line behind the old school house.<br/>""I wish people here would be more like you, I guess the war has made people unreasonable. Can't really blame the Japanese dude though, his country was hit hardest, there must be some nationalism still inside him."" Hethen turned to Cami. ""Thanks, for you know. Being here, I really needed it."" Edward smiled and hugged Cami, then he got up and walked down the road for a short distance.""I'm just going for a small walk! I'll be back in 10 minutes!"" He shouted over at Cami."
8713,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=400,2014-12-06T13:31:00,Saint Sauveux,"<blockquote><div><cite>Capsland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22697935#p22697935"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Saint Sauveux <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22697863#p22697863"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Cami saw Edward go outside, so she went with him. He was one of the few who she felt she could trust. She brushed the snow off of the step next to him and sat, looking out on the town. ""I agree with you. I don't think it's a good idea to have any kind of military. I actually want to see this town become a town again. At least, something remotely like things were before.""</div></blockquote><br/>Edward saw Cami sit next to him, he looked toward the tree line behind the old school house. <br/>""I wish people here would be more like you, I guess the war has made people unreasonable. Can't really blame the Japanese dude though, his country was hit hardest, there must be some nationalism still inside him."" Hethen turned to Cami. ""Thanks, for you know. Being here, I really needed it."" Edward smiled and hugged Cami, then he got up and walked down the road for a short distance.""I'm just going for a small walk! I'll be back in 10 minutes!"" He shouted over at Cami.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Cami was surprised by the hug, but she appreciated it. She was glad to have a friend in the post-apocalypse. As he walked away, she wondered if he'd be okay having company on his walk. She'd been cooped up in the town hall for days, and she craved the fresh air. She put the thought out of her mind, though, deciding to stay on the steps. She waved to Edward, smiling, glad to have some normalcy."
8714,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=400,2014-12-06T13:38:00,Righteous Swords,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Hunteria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22697071#p22697071"">wrote</a>:</cite>Janet claps her hands together. ""Well then! im going to cook some food or something... you guys can handle this out.""<br/><br/>Janet walks inside avoiding edward and cami. and sits by the fire.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Wojtek looks up as the woman sits down. He shrugs, going back to skinning the dead fox with the shard of metal and preparing it for the fire."
8715,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=400,2014-12-06T13:44:00,Capsland,"Edward walked down the road, towards Westwood. He walked on the bridge, entering Westwood. He noticed a lo of driftwood in the river but thought nothing of it . He finally came to some houses. He saw a house had its door knocked off and walked on inside looking for anything of use. After that he went upstairs and snooped around some more. he thought to himself '<span style=""font-style: italic"">There's got to be something around here...</span>'<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Looting: 1</span>"
8716,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=400,2014-12-06T13:45:00,Australian Antarctica,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Random Event #2</span></span><br/><br/>As night approached and the Survivors settled in, a young Chinese Lieutenant and his Platoon began their final push for the town. They had been traveling for days in this cold weather and were tired and hungry. Most of the men were armed with nothing but a pistol and some didn't even have that, and were armed with knives or sticks. They got on Boon Road and continued walking, passing the Russian Paratrooper's Grave. The Lieutenant ordered his men to halt, and sent a 5 man patrol to find whoever dug the grave.<br/><br/>As the five men began their sweep, the other 21 men began to approach the first buildings. One by one the houses were checked, each either empty or destroyed. They continued the push, coming across the Library. The five man patrol was still gone, so the Platoon took refuge in the Library. The set up their two rifles covering the road and waited.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Result for Edward:</span>Edward finds nothing as night approaches. He is now stranded."
8717,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=400,2014-12-06T13:53:00,Capsland,"Edward managed to find nothing, he looked outside. ""Damn it's getting dark. I'll never find my way back like this."" Edward decided to stay in the house until he could find out how to get back. He didn't want to shout in case there were any hostile people around, it wasn't likely but Edward got paranoid easily. ""I hate this darkness..."" He said to himself."
8718,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=400,2014-12-06T13:54:00,The Blackdown Hills,"Nikoloz had barely gotten to the edge of the town when he started to feel like somebody was watching. He turned around, seeing nothing. Night was falling, so he knew that he had to be quick and find shelter. Sergei had mentioned that there might be some American units in the vicinity, which frightened Nikoloz. He didn't want to die - not yet. He looked around for a building that he might use as shelter, but quickly realised why he had such a bad feeling. He saw several men entering a larger building not far in front of him. He quickly took cover behind a wall, fearing capture. He looked around the corner once more, noticing the uniforms. The men were Chinese. Nikoloz knew that the Chinese had been allied with Russia during the war, but he still didn't feel safe around them. Everybody seemed to have gone off on their own after the bombs fell."
8719,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=400,2014-12-06T13:56:00,Saint Sauveux,"Cami noticed that it was getting dark, and therefore getting colder. She figured Edward would find himself some sort of shelter. He seemed smart enough. She decided to go back inside with the others, but more specifically, she sat next to Wojtek. ""Any luck with that fox? I'm starting to get hungry. Not that you were going to share, but I figured I'd try."""
8720,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=400,2014-12-06T14:00:00,Righteous Swords,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saint Sauveux <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22698617#p22698617"">wrote</a>:</cite>Cami noticed that it was getting dark, and therefore getting colder. She figured Edward would find himself some sort of shelter. He seemed smart enough. She decided to go back inside with the others, but more specifically, she sat next to Wojtek. ""Any luck with that fox? I'm starting to get hungry. Not that you were going to share, but I figured I'd try.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Why would not share? You will get fox."" Wojtek continued to cook the fox over the fire. It started to burn a little before he shifted it in the pan. He looked cautiously at the other girl sitting by the fire before addressing Cami. ""Is that Russian here?"""
8721,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=400,2014-12-06T14:06:00,Saint Sauveux,"<blockquote><div><cite>Righteous Swords <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22698655#p22698655"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Saint Sauveux <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22698617#p22698617"">wrote</a>:</cite>Cami noticed that it was getting dark, and therefore getting colder. She figured Edward would find himself some sort of shelter. He seemed smart enough. She decided to go back inside with the others, but more specifically, she sat next to Wojtek. ""Any luck with that fox? I'm starting to get hungry. Not that you were going to share, but I figured I'd try.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Why would not share? You will get fox."" Wojtek continued to cook the fox over the fire. It started to burn a little before he shifted it in the pan. He looked cautiously at the other girl sitting by the fire before addressing Cami. ""Is that Russian here?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Cami looked around, not sure why she was doing so. ""No, it seems they killed the Russian. I'm sure he deserved it. He wasn't the most friendly guy."" She looked at the fox meat cooking in the pan. ""I've never eaten fox."" She wasn't sure how she felt about it, but she was hungry, so she would definitely eat."
8722,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=425,2014-12-06T14:20:00,Righteous Swords,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saint Sauveux <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22698710#p22698710"">wrote</a>:</cite>[<br/>Cami looked around, not sure why she was doing so. ""No, it seems they killed the Russian. I'm sure he deserved it. He wasn't the most friendly guy."" She looked at the fox meat cooking in the pan. ""I've never eaten fox."" She wasn't sure how she felt about it, but she was hungry, so she would definitely eat.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>If Wojtek felt anything about the Russian's death, he kept it to himself. He looked around, a bit nervous. There seemed to be a lot of talking and moving around outside of the room. It seemed there was far more people than he expected, and he wasn't sure how they would react to him.<br/><br/>""Is not Keilbasa like Babcia made. But is better than no food."""
8723,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=425,2014-12-06T14:33:00,Saint Sauveux,"<blockquote><div><cite>Righteous Swords <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22698867#p22698867"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Saint Sauveux <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22698710#p22698710"">wrote</a>:</cite>[<br/>Cami looked around, not sure why she was doing so. ""No, it seems they killed the Russian. I'm sure he deserved it. He wasn't the most friendly guy."" She looked at the fox meat cooking in the pan. ""I've never eaten fox."" She wasn't sure how she felt about it, but she was hungry, so she would definitely eat.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>If Wojtek felt anything about the Russian's death, he kept it to himself. He looked around, a bit nervous. There seemed to be a lot of talking and moving around outside of the room. It seemed there was far more people than he expected, and he wasn't sure how they would react to him.<br/><br/>""Is not Keilbasa like Babcia made. But is better than no food.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Cami could tell that Wojtek was nervous, but she felt that he would be welcomed into the group. He hadn't done anything threatening. Not to mention, Cami gave him her approval. She grinned at the mere mention of kielbasa, having had it several times. ""I'm sure nothing is like the kielbasa that babcia made. What is a babcia, by the way?"" She hoped she didn't sound too stupid."
8724,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=425,2014-12-06T14:41:00,Righteous Swords,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saint Sauveux <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22699017#p22699017"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Cami could tell that Wojtek was nervous, but she felt that he would be welcomed into the group. He hadn't done anything threatening. Not to mention, Cami gave him her approval. She grinned at the mere mention of kielbasa, having had it several times. ""I'm sure nothing is like the kielbasa that babcia made. What is a babcia, by the way?"" She hoped she didn't sound too stupid.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Wojtek frowned, searching for the right English word. ""Grandmother."" He pulled the fox out of the fire, letting it cool. The air smelled of burnt meat, and the fox looked like burnt meat, but it was edible enough."
8725,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=425,2014-12-06T14:54:00,Saint Sauveux,"<blockquote><div><cite>Righteous Swords <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22699140#p22699140"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Saint Sauveux <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22699017#p22699017"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Cami could tell that Wojtek was nervous, but she felt that he would be welcomed into the group. He hadn't done anything threatening. Not to mention, Cami gave him her approval. She grinned at the mere mention of kielbasa, having had it several times. ""I'm sure nothing is like the kielbasa that babcia made. What is a babcia, by the way?"" She hoped she didn't sound too stupid.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Wojtek frowned, searching for the right English word. ""Grandmother."" He pulled the fox out of the fire, letting it cool. The air smelled of burnt meat, and the fox looked like burnt meat, but it was edible enough.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Cami nodded, distracted by the appearance of the meat. It looked like Wojtek had burnt it, but she figured it'd be a bad idea to deny food in such a situation. ""Ah, okay. I called my grandmother mémé. I'm from Canada, but the French speaking part."" She wasn't sure if he even cared, but she figured she'd try and talk with him."
8726,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=425,2014-12-06T15:00:00,Capsland,"Edward sat on a bed that was behind him. He was shivering, he had his legs folded with his arms around them. He could see his breath. ""Better get warm, don't want to freeze to death."" He searched one more time for anything he could burn good, if he failed to find anything he could just pull up the floor board and start a fire with the wood.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Looting: 1</span>"
8727,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=425,2014-12-06T15:11:00,Righteous Swords,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saint Sauveux <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22699332#p22699332"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Righteous Swords <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22699140#p22699140"">wrote</a>:</cite>Cami nodded, distracted by the appearance of the meat. It looked like Wojtek had burnt it, but she figured it'd be a bad idea to deny food in such a situation. ""Ah, okay. I called my grandmother mémé. I'm from Canada, but the French speaking part."" She wasn't sure if he even cared, but she figured she'd try and talk with him.</div></blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/>Wojtek had placed the sharp metal shard into the fire to sterilize it, before he took it out and let it cool. He now used it to cut up the fox meat, which was tough and required him to lean into his cuts and saw back and forth with the blade.<br/><br/>""Canada? Is nice country I hear. I hope is not gone..."" He took a piece of the meat and held it out to Cami, looking a bit apologetic for its burnt appearance. He then took up a piece of food himself, tearing the tough meat with his teeth.<br/><br/>""French speaking part, this is Quebec?"" He asked."
8728,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=425,2014-12-06T15:14:00,Saint Sauveux,"<blockquote><div><cite>Righteous Swords <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22699551#p22699551"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Saint Sauveux <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22699332#p22699332"">wrote</a>:</cite></div></blockquote><br/><br/>Wojtek had placed the sharp metal shard into the fire to sterilize it, before he took it out and let it cool. He now used it to cut up the fox meat, which was tough and required him to lean into his cuts and saw back and forth with the blade.<br/><br/>""Canada? Is nice country I hear. I hope is not gone..."" He took a piece of the meat and held it out to Cami, looking a bit apologetic for its burnt appearance. He then took up a piece of food himself, tearing the tough meat with his teeth. <br/><br/>""French speaking part, this is Quebec?"" He asked.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Cami smiled at him, taking the rough looking piece of meat. ""Yeah, I'm from a city called Gaspé, in Québec. It was beautiful, but unfortunately it was destroyed in the Russian attacks. I was at a University in Florida, which I think is the only reason I'm alive."" She bit into the rough meat, the texture reminding her of overcooked moose. ""What about you? Where are you from?"""
8729,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=425,2014-12-06T15:33:00,Righteous Swords,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saint Sauveux <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22699599#p22699599"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Cami smiled at him, taking the rough looking piece of meat. ""Yeah, I'm from a city called Gaspé, in Québec. It was beautiful, but unfortunately it was destroyed in the Russian attacks. I was at a University in Florida, which I think is the only reason I'm alive."" She bit into the rough meat, the texture reminding her of overcooked moose. ""What about you? Where are you from?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""I am from..."" Wojtek wasn't entirely sure he wanted to say where he was from. He wasn't sure if these people would trust him. ""Er.. Europe.""<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Lying: 1 or Jesus He's Bad At This</blockquote>"
8730,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=425,2014-12-06T15:33:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Capsland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22699416#p22699416"">wrote</a>:</cite>Edward sat on a bed that was behind him. He was shivering, he had his legs folded with his arms around them. He could see his breath. ""Better get warm, don't want to freeze to death."" He searched one more time for anything he could burn good, if he failed to find anything he could just pull up the floor board and start a fire with the wood. <br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Looting: 1</span></div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Results:</span>He finds a wooden end table and 2 matches. He also finds a wood blanket.<br/><br/>OOC: You may have trouble with Chinese if you do burn."
8731,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=425,2014-12-06T15:36:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Blackdown Hills <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22698592#p22698592"">wrote</a>:</cite>Nikoloz had barely gotten to the edge of the town when he started to feel like somebody was watching. He turned around, seeing nothing. Night was falling, so he knew that he had to be quick and find shelter. Sergei had mentioned that there might be some American units in the vicinity, which frightened Nikoloz. He didn't want to die - not yet. He looked around for a building that he might use as shelter, but quickly realised why he had such a bad feeling. He saw several men entering a larger building not far in front of him. He quickly took cover behind a wall, fearing capture. He looked around the corner once more, noticing the uniforms. The men were Chinese. Nikoloz knew that the Chinese had been allied with Russia during the war, but he still didn't feel safe around them. Everybody seemed to have gone off on their own after the bombs fell.</div></blockquote><br/>A Chinese soldier notices the Russian soldier and calls out ""Hello Friend. I Chinese, you Russian?"""
8732,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=425,2014-12-06T15:40:00,The Blackdown Hills,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22699929#p22699929"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Blackdown Hills <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22698592#p22698592"">wrote</a>:</cite>Nikoloz had barely gotten to the edge of the town when he started to feel like somebody was watching. He turned around, seeing nothing. Night was falling, so he knew that he had to be quick and find shelter. Sergei had mentioned that there might be some American units in the vicinity, which frightened Nikoloz. He didn't want to die - not yet. He looked around for a building that he might use as shelter, but quickly realised why he had such a bad feeling. He saw several men entering a larger building not far in front of him. He quickly took cover behind a wall, fearing capture. He looked around the corner once more, noticing the uniforms. The men were Chinese. Nikoloz knew that the Chinese had been allied with Russia during the war, but he still didn't feel safe around them. Everybody seemed to have gone off on their own after the bombs fell.</div></blockquote><br/>A Chinese soldier notices the Russian soldier and calls out ""Hello Friend. I Chinese, you Russian?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Nikoloz emerged from behind the wall, his empty rifle slung over his shoulder, and his hands in the air. He was careful to make it look like he was as friendly as possible, not wanting to be shot. ""I am with the Russian military. Do not shoot, I am only looking for shelter from this night."""
8733,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=425,2014-12-06T15:43:00,Capsland,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22699885#p22699885"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Capsland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22699416#p22699416"">wrote</a>:</cite>Edward sat on a bed that was behind him. He was shivering, he had his legs folded with his arms around them. He could see his breath. ""Better get warm, don't want to freeze to death."" He searched one more time for anything he could burn good, if he failed to find anything he could just pull up the floor board and start a fire with the wood. <br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Looting: 1</span></div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Results:</span> He finds a wooden end table and 2 matches. He also finds a wood blanket.<br/><br/>OOC: You may have trouble with Chinese if you do burn.</div></blockquote><br/>Edward found something to burn. ""Finally! I can get warm"". He had thought that someone would notice the fire but he would rather be captured than freeze to death. For that sake, he put the wood and other flammable objects into a pile downstairs. He lit a match and started the fire, it quickly grew to a reasonably warm fire, preventing Edward from freezing. ""Now this is good."""
8734,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=425,2014-12-06T15:45:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Blackdown Hills <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22699983#p22699983"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22699929#p22699929"">wrote</a>:</cite>A Chinese soldier notices the Russian soldier and calls out ""Hello Friend. I Chinese, you Russian?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Nikoloz emerged from behind the wall, his empty rifle slung over his shoulder, and his hands in the air. He was careful to make it look like he was as friendly as possible, not wanting to be shot. ""I am with the Russian military. Do not shoot, I am only looking for shelter from this night.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Is you one who make grave?"" the young soldier responded in broken Russian."
8735,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=425,2014-12-06T15:55:00,The Blackdown Hills,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22700052#p22700052"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Blackdown Hills <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22699983#p22699983"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Nikoloz emerged from behind the wall, his empty rifle slung over his shoulder, and his hands in the air. He was careful to make it look like he was as friendly as possible, not wanting to be shot. ""I am with the Russian military. Do not shoot, I am only looking for shelter from this night.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Is you one who make grave?"" the young soldier responded in broken Russian.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Nikoloz kept his hands in the air, still cautious. He hoped that this contingent wouldn't be hostile towards him. ""Yes, I am responsible for the grave. It is for a dear friend."" He moved further into the street, making sure that the Chinese soldier had him clearly in sight. If he were to be shot, he would want it to hit him well."
8736,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=425,2014-12-06T15:58:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Blackdown Hills <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22700193#p22700193"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22700052#p22700052"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Is you one who make grave?"" the young soldier responded in broken Russian.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Nikoloz kept his hands in the air, still cautious. He hoped that this contingent wouldn't be hostile towards him. ""Yes, I am responsible for the grave. It is for a dear friend."" He moved further into the street, making sure that the Chinese soldier had him clearly in sight. If he were to be shot, he would want it to hit him well.</div></blockquote><br/>""Put hands down, we no hurt. Come, we have food"" the Chinese soldier said, motioning with his pistol."
8737,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=425,2014-12-06T16:00:00,The Blackdown Hills,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22700221#p22700221"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Blackdown Hills <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22700193#p22700193"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Nikoloz kept his hands in the air, still cautious. He hoped that this contingent wouldn't be hostile towards him. ""Yes, I am responsible for the grave. It is for a dear friend."" He moved further into the street, making sure that the Chinese soldier had him clearly in sight. If he were to be shot, he would want it to hit him well.</div></blockquote><br/>""Put hands down, we no hurt. Come, we have food"" the Chinese soldier said, motioning with his pistol.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Nikoloz slowly lowered his hands, his eyes constantly on the pistol that the soldier motioned with. He was confident that, if need be, he could take the pistol from the man with relative ease. He gathered himself and walked towards the Chinese soldier, careful not to make any threatening movements."
8738,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=425,2014-12-06T16:03:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Blackdown Hills <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22700250#p22700250"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22700221#p22700221"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Put hands down, we no hurt. Come, we have food"" the Chinese soldier said, motioning with his pistol.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Nikoloz slowly lowered his hands, his eyes constantly on the pistol that the soldier motioned with. He was confident that, if need be, he could take the pistol from the man with relative ease. He gathered himself and walked towards the Chinese soldier, careful not to make any threatening movements.</div></blockquote><br/>""You speak English or Chinese?"" The soldier asks, holstering his pistol ""I no Russian good"""
8739,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=425,2014-12-06T16:07:00,The Blackdown Hills,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22700287#p22700287"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Blackdown Hills <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22700250#p22700250"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Nikoloz slowly lowered his hands, his eyes constantly on the pistol that the soldier motioned with. He was confident that, if need be, he could take the pistol from the man with relative ease. He gathered himself and walked towards the Chinese soldier, careful not to make any threatening movements.</div></blockquote><br/>""You speak English or Chinese?"" The soldier asks, holstering his pistol ""I no Russian good""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Nikoloz calmed down, feeling more comfortable with the soldier's pistol holstered. ""I speak English, but no Chinese. We didn't learn in the military."" He continued towards the soldier, wondering how many men were in his unit. ""My name is Nikoloz Savitadze, 103rd Guards Airborne Division. Can I trust you?"""
8740,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=425,2014-12-06T16:16:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Blackdown Hills <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22700362#p22700362"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22700287#p22700287"">wrote</a>:</cite>""You speak English or Chinese?"" The soldier asks, holstering his pistol ""I no Russian good""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Nikoloz calmed down, feeling more comfortable with the soldier's pistol holstered. ""I speak English, but no Chinese. We didn't learn in the military."" He continued towards the soldier, wondering how many men were in his unit. ""My name is Nikoloz Savitadze, 103rd Guards Airborne Division. Can I trust you?""</div></blockquote><br/>""You speak English? Good. Would you like some food and warmth. We are stationed in a library. We have rifle ammo too. Here"" The soldier said, handing the Russian a magazine."
8741,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=425,2014-12-06T16:19:00,The Blackdown Hills,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22700525#p22700525"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Blackdown Hills <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22700362#p22700362"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Nikoloz calmed down, feeling more comfortable with the soldier's pistol holstered. ""I speak English, but no Chinese. We didn't learn in the military."" He continued towards the soldier, wondering how many men were in his unit. ""My name is Nikoloz Savitadze, 103rd Guards Airborne Division. Can I trust you?""</div></blockquote><br/>""You speak English? Good. Would you like some food and warmth. We are stationed in a library. We have rifle ammo too. Here"" The soldier said, handing the Russian a magazine.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Nikoloz gladly accepted the magazine of ammunition, now trusting the Chinese soldier. He could think of many things he wanted, but food and warmth were on the top of his list. ""Yes, then we shall go to the library. Is your unit alive, or are you divided?"""
8742,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=425,2014-12-06T16:26:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Blackdown Hills <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22700594#p22700594"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22700525#p22700525"">wrote</a>:</cite>""You speak English? Good. Would you like some food and warmth. We are stationed in a library. We have rifle ammo too. Here"" The soldier said, handing the Russian a magazine.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Nikoloz gladly accepted the magazine of ammunition, now trusting the Chinese soldier. He could think of many things he wanted, but food and warmth were on the top of his list. ""Yes, then we shall go to the library. Is your unit alive, or are you divided?""</div></blockquote><br/>""We were destroyed, all that remains of my former unit is a mixed platoon of clerks and assistants. We have but a few real soldiers left. We are fairly peaceful too, even to Americans. This way"" The soldier led the Russian to the library where they could smell rations cooking. They entered."
8743,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=425,2014-12-06T16:30:00,The Blackdown Hills,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22700700#p22700700"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Blackdown Hills <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22700594#p22700594"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Nikoloz gladly accepted the magazine of ammunition, now trusting the Chinese soldier. He could think of many things he wanted, but food and warmth were on the top of his list. ""Yes, then we shall go to the library. Is your unit alive, or are you divided?""</div></blockquote><br/>""We were destroyed, all that remains of my former unit is a mixed platoon of clerks and assistants. We have but a few real soldiers left. We are fairly peaceful too, even to Americans. This way"" The soldier led the Russian to the library where they could smell rations cooking. They entered.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Nikoloz was immediately comforted by the fact that the unit was made up of mainly clerks and assistants. He was also glad to hear that they were peaceful. ""I am sorry to hear about your unit. Mine was destroyed as well. My brother Sergei and I made it for many miles, but he eventually died. The grave that you found was his."" Nikoloz was glad to smell the food cooking. He was very hungry, and could not wait for food. ""What is your plan, then? You are not a part of the continuation efforts? The Russian military had hoped to keep the war going, but I am not sure about your military. I personally hope that it is a rumour."""
8744,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=425,2014-12-06T16:36:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Blackdown Hills <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22700748#p22700748"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22700700#p22700700"">wrote</a>:</cite>""We were destroyed, all that remains of my former unit is a mixed platoon of clerks and assistants. We have but a few real soldiers left. We are fairly peaceful too, even to Americans. This way"" The soldier led the Russian to the library where they could smell rations cooking. They entered.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Nikoloz was immediately comforted by the fact that the unit was made up of mainly clerks and assistants. He was also glad to hear that they were peaceful. ""I am sorry to hear about your unit. Mine was destroyed as well. My brother Sergei and I made it for many miles, but he eventually died. The grave that you found was his."" Nikoloz was glad to smell the food cooking. He was very hungry, and could not wait for food. ""What is your plan, then? You are not a part of the continuation efforts? The Russian military had hoped to keep the war going, but I am not sure about your military. I personally hope that it is a rumour.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Both nations are gone sadly, the war is over. Just before we lost communications a peace-treaty was signed. Not a lot of men learned of it though. Have some food"" The soldier offered the Russian a glop of 'food' ""It looks worse than it is"""
8745,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=425,2014-12-06T16:38:00,The Blackdown Hills,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22700835#p22700835"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Blackdown Hills <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22700748#p22700748"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Nikoloz was immediately comforted by the fact that the unit was made up of mainly clerks and assistants. He was also glad to hear that they were peaceful. ""I am sorry to hear about your unit. Mine was destroyed as well. My brother Sergei and I made it for many miles, but he eventually died. The grave that you found was his."" Nikoloz was glad to smell the food cooking. He was very hungry, and could not wait for food. ""What is your plan, then? You are not a part of the continuation efforts? The Russian military had hoped to keep the war going, but I am not sure about your military. I personally hope that it is a rumour.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Both nations are gone sadly, the war is over. Just before we lost communications a peace-treaty was signed. Not a lot of men learned of it though. Have some food"" The soldier offered the Russian a glop of 'food' ""It looks worse than it is""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Nikoloz gladly accepted the food, but was even more happy to hear that the war was over. He figured that the treaty had been signed well after his unit had been deployed. They had fought for months with no real communication from the motherland. ""Thank you, for feeding me, and being hospitable. My brother and I ran into a hostile group of American soldiers several days ago. It is the reason my rifle is empty."""
8746,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=425,2014-12-06T16:40:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Blackdown Hills <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22700874#p22700874"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22700835#p22700835"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Both nations are gone sadly, the war is over. Just before we lost communications a peace-treaty was signed. Not a lot of men learned of it though. Have some food"" The soldier offered the Russian a glop of 'food' ""It looks worse than it is""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Nikoloz gladly accepted the food, but was even more happy to hear that the war was over. He figured that the treaty had been signed well after his unit had been deployed. They had fought for months with no real communication from the motherland. ""Thank you, for feeding me, and being hospitable. My brother and I ran into a hostile group of American soldiers several days ago. It is the reason my rifle is empty.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Not Americans"" The Chinese soldier said in between bites."
8747,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=450,2014-12-06T16:51:00,The Blackdown Hills,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22700895#p22700895"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Blackdown Hills <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22700874#p22700874"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Nikoloz gladly accepted the food, but was even more happy to hear that the war was over. He figured that the treaty had been signed well after his unit had been deployed. They had fought for months with no real communication from the motherland. ""Thank you, for feeding me, and being hospitable. My brother and I ran into a hostile group of American soldiers several days ago. It is the reason my rifle is empty.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Not Americans"" The Chinese soldier said in between bites.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Nikoloz was confused, figuring that the enemy must have been Americans. They were the only ones that would have fired so openly on the Russian military. ""If they weren't Americans, then who were they? They weren't Chinese, and the Canadians don't have an army."" He continued eating."
8748,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=450,2014-12-06T16:53:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Blackdown Hills <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22701058#p22701058"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22700895#p22700895"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Not Americans"" The Chinese soldier said in between bites.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Nikoloz was confused, figuring that the enemy must have been Americans. They were the only ones that would have fired so openly on the Russian military. ""If they weren't Americans, then who were they? They weren't Chinese, and the Canadians don't have an army."" He continued eating.</div></blockquote><br/>""Bandits, and the Canadians have an Army, just not a good one. They were not hit as hard as the rest of the world surprisingly"""
8749,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=450,2014-12-06T16:57:00,The Blackdown Hills,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22701101#p22701101"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Blackdown Hills <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22701058#p22701058"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Nikoloz was confused, figuring that the enemy must have been Americans. They were the only ones that would have fired so openly on the Russian military. ""If they weren't Americans, then who were they? They weren't Chinese, and the Canadians don't have an army."" He continued eating.</div></blockquote><br/>""Bandits, and the Canadians have an Army, just not a good one. They were not hit as hard as the rest of the world surprisingly""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Nikoloz stopped eating, cursing in his native Georgian. ""You said bandits? What do you mean by that? There can't possibly be that many around here. The force that we met was large enough to kill eight of my men. They were skilled at war."""
8750,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=450,2014-12-06T17:03:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Blackdown Hills <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22701163#p22701163"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22701101#p22701101"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Bandits, and the Canadians have an Army, just not a good one. They were not hit as hard as the rest of the world surprisingly""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Nikoloz stopped eating, cursing in his native Georgian. ""You said bandits? What do you mean by that? There can't possibly be that many around here. The force that we met was large enough to kill eight of my men. They were skilled at war.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Most are former soldiers, some are just survivalist nuts. I saw three take out an American Convoy outside of a Supermarket."""
8751,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=450,2014-12-06T17:10:00,The Blackdown Hills,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22701245#p22701245"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Blackdown Hills <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22701163#p22701163"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Nikoloz stopped eating, cursing in his native Georgian. ""You said bandits? What do you mean by that? There can't possibly be that many around here. The force that we met was large enough to kill eight of my men. They were skilled at war.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Most are former soldiers, some are just survivalist nuts. I saw three take out an American Convoy outside of a Supermarket.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Nikoloz sighed, looking at the ceiling, praying to God. ""I thought that the fighting was over. How have you survived, with a force of clerks and other non-soldiers?"""
8752,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=450,2014-12-06T17:11:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Blackdown Hills <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22701353#p22701353"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22701245#p22701245"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Most are former soldiers, some are just survivalist nuts. I saw three take out an American Convoy outside of a Supermarket.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Nikoloz sighed, looking at the ceiling, praying to God. ""I thought that the fighting was over. How have you survived, with a force of clerks and other non-soldiers?""</div></blockquote><br/>""We are polite and friendly. We trade supplies to survive, and the Bandits leave us alone. Simple. Want some Vodka?"""
8753,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=450,2014-12-06T17:14:00,The Blackdown Hills,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22701380#p22701380"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Blackdown Hills <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22701353#p22701353"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Nikoloz sighed, looking at the ceiling, praying to God. ""I thought that the fighting was over. How have you survived, with a force of clerks and other non-soldiers?""</div></blockquote><br/>""We are polite and friendly. We trade supplies to survive, and the Bandits leave us alone. Simple. Want some Vodka?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Nikoloz didn't like the idea of trading with bandits. He saw it as a disgrace to the uniform. ""I will not be so kind to the bandits. If they kill me, so be it. What is there to live for anymore? My home is destroyed, and my family is dead. All of them."" He looked out the window into the blackness, wondering what might be out there. ""I'll kindly decline the vodka, friend. I think I should keep my mind sharp right now."""
8754,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=450,2014-12-06T17:17:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Blackdown Hills <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22701419#p22701419"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22701380#p22701380"">wrote</a>:</cite>""We are polite and friendly. We trade supplies to survive, and the Bandits leave us alone. Simple. Want some Vodka?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Nikoloz didn't like the idea of trading with bandits. He saw it as a disgrace to the uniform. ""I will not be so kind to the bandits. If they kill me, so be it. What is there to live for anymore? My home is destroyed, and my family is dead. All of them."" He looked out the window into the blackness, wondering what might be out there. ""I'll kindly decline the vodka, friend. I think I should keep my mind sharp right now.""</div></blockquote><br/>""They aren't all bad y'know. Some are pretty nice and mainly stay to themselves. Why live you ask? Live to establish a new civilization, one that won't let petty differences like money, race, religion, or power cause war. That is my dream"""
8755,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=450,2014-12-06T17:22:00,The Blackdown Hills,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22701468#p22701468"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Blackdown Hills <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22701419#p22701419"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Nikoloz didn't like the idea of trading with bandits. He saw it as a disgrace to the uniform. ""I will not be so kind to the bandits. If they kill me, so be it. What is there to live for anymore? My home is destroyed, and my family is dead. All of them."" He looked out the window into the blackness, wondering what might be out there. ""I'll kindly decline the vodka, friend. I think I should keep my mind sharp right now.""</div></blockquote><br/>""They aren't all bad y'know. Some are pretty nice and mainly stay to themselves. Why live you ask? Live to establish a new civilization, one that won't let petty differences like money, race, religion, or power cause war. That is my dream""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Nikoloz grinned at the man, inspired by the man's dream. ""When I hear the word bandit, it is very hard for me to imagine good ones. To me, they are all enemies until they prove otherwise. They killed my closest friends."" He thought that the idea of a new civilisation based on equality sounded an awful lot like the old Soviet ideas. ""My friend, as a Georgian, I know the fate of the Soviet Union. I would love to see her rise again, but I just do not trust humans enough to have such a peaceful society."""
8756,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=450,2014-12-06T17:25:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Blackdown Hills <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22701533#p22701533"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22701468#p22701468"">wrote</a>:</cite>""They aren't all bad y'know. Some are pretty nice and mainly stay to themselves. Why live you ask? Live to establish a new civilization, one that won't let petty differences like money, race, religion, or power cause war. That is my dream""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Nikoloz grinned at the man, inspired by the man's dream. ""When I hear the word bandit, it is very hard for me to imagine good ones. To me, they are all enemies until they prove otherwise. They killed my closest friends."" He thought that the idea of a new civilisation based on equality sounded an awful lot like the old Soviet ideas. ""My friend, as a Georgian, I know the fate of the Soviet Union. I would love to see her rise again, but I just do not trust humans enough to have such a peaceful society.""</div></blockquote><br/>""We will still have a man in power, but we as a people can 'remove' him if he becomes like Stalin. Alas, I am one of the few who wants this dream to come true"""
8757,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=450,2014-12-06T17:26:00,The Blackdown Hills,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22701572#p22701572"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Blackdown Hills <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22701533#p22701533"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Nikoloz grinned at the man, inspired by the man's dream. ""When I hear the word bandit, it is very hard for me to imagine good ones. To me, they are all enemies until they prove otherwise. They killed my closest friends."" He thought that the idea of a new civilisation based on equality sounded an awful lot like the old Soviet ideas. ""My friend, as a Georgian, I know the fate of the Soviet Union. I would love to see her rise again, but I just do not trust humans enough to have such a peaceful society.""</div></blockquote><br/>""We will still have a man in power, but we as a people can 'remove' him if he becomes like Stalin. Alas, I am one of the few who wants this dream to come true""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Nikoloz patted the man on the shoulder, ""Well, for your sake, I hope that this dream does come true. You never told me your name. I told you mine, leaving out that I was a Sergeant."""
8758,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=450,2014-12-06T17:28:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Blackdown Hills <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22701595#p22701595"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22701572#p22701572"">wrote</a>:</cite>""We will still have a man in power, but we as a people can 'remove' him if he becomes like Stalin. Alas, I am one of the few who wants this dream to come true""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Nikoloz patted the man on the shoulder, ""Well, for your sake, I hope that this dream does come true. You never told me your name. I told you mine, leaving out that I was a Sergeant.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Call me Jimmy, I like American names"""
8759,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=450,2014-12-06T18:42:00,The Blackdown Hills,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22701617#p22701617"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Blackdown Hills <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22701595#p22701595"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Nikoloz patted the man on the shoulder, ""Well, for your sake, I hope that this dream does come true. You never told me your name. I told you mine, leaving out that I was a Sergeant.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Call me Jimmy, I like American names""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Nikoloz nodded, not quite understanding the choice of Jimmy, but respecting the man's choice. ""What is the plan once the night turns to day? Surely you are not planning on staying in this building. We need to explore the rest of this town. Perhaps there are valuable supplies to be found."""
8760,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=450,2014-12-06T19:04:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Blackdown Hills <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22702620#p22702620"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22701617#p22701617"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Call me Jimmy, I like American names""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Nikoloz nodded, not quite understanding the choice of Jimmy, but respecting the man's choice. ""What is the plan once the night turns to day? Surely you are not planning on staying in this building. We need to explore the rest of this town. Perhaps there are valuable supplies to be found.""</div></blockquote><br/>""We are waiting for a day to see if anyone comes by us. Besides you"" Jimmy answered, a mouthful of brown slop they called Chicken."
8761,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=450,2014-12-06T19:15:00,New Hunteria,"Janet decided she needed a walk, and she was bored so she got up and walked out the door and walked down the street. she remebers when she would go on walks with her mother through the town, she Knew she could get hurt Badly from being in outside at night but she didnt care, she had ammo and knew how to use her gun. She wondered if their were governments still out their, or civilization. she continued walking until she thought she saw a tall building."
8762,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=450,2014-12-06T19:17:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Hunteria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22703137#p22703137"">wrote</a>:</cite>Janet decided she needed a walk, and she was bored so she got up and walked out the door and walked down the street.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: In the dark? Okaaaaay....."
8763,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=450,2014-12-06T19:18:00,New Hunteria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22703161#p22703161"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Hunteria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22703137#p22703137"">wrote</a>:</cite>Janet decided she needed a walk, and she was bored so she got up and walked out the door and walked down the street.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: In the dark? Okaaaaay.....</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: again, she was bored, and with her personality she would do this. Also shes heading in the direction of the library.. (she doesnt know that.)"
8764,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=450,2014-12-06T19:19:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Hunteria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22703179#p22703179"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22703161#p22703161"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: In the dark? Okaaaaay.....</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: again, she was bored, and with her personality she would do this. Also shes heading in the direction of the library.. (she doesnt know that.)</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: Expand your post more. Waaay too short."
8765,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=450,2014-12-06T19:26:00,New Hunteria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22703201#p22703201"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Hunteria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22703179#p22703179"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: again, she was bored, and with her personality she would do this. Also shes heading in the direction of the library.. (she doesnt know that.)</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: Expand your post more. Waaay too short.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: Longer and improved now!"
8766,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=450,2014-12-06T19:29:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Hunteria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22703137#p22703137"">wrote</a>:</cite>Janet decided she needed a walk, and she was bored so she got up and walked out the door and walked down the street. she remebers when she would go on walks with her mother through the town, she Knew she could get hurt Badly from being in outside at night but she didnt care, she had ammo and knew how to use her gun. She wondered if their were governments still out their, or civilization. she continued walking until she thought she saw a tall building.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Library</span></span><br/>A Chinese soldier spots the woman. ""HALT!!"" he calls, training his rifle on her.<br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Supermarket</span></span><br/>As Joni stands on guard, a lone pickup truck loaded full of Bandits pulls up. Their leader, a tall man with black teeth and an unruly beard calls out ""Little late to go shopping, eh? C'mon lads, let's show him the 'proper' way to shop"" 2 of the 6 men got down, armed with M16s with bayonets and machetes."
8767,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=450,2014-12-06T19:30:00,New Hunteria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22703354#p22703354"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Hunteria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22703137#p22703137"">wrote</a>:</cite>Janet decided she needed a walk, and she was bored so she got up and walked out the door and walked down the street. she remebers when she would go on walks with her mother through the town, she Knew she could get hurt Badly from being in outside at night but she didnt care, she had ammo and knew how to use her gun. She wondered if their were governments still out their, or civilization. she continued walking until she thought she saw a tall building.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Library</span></span><br/>A Chinese soldier spots the woman. ""HALT!!"" he calls, training his rifle on her.<br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Supermarket</span></span><br/>As Joni stands on guard, a lone pickup truck loaded full of Bandits pulls up. Their leader, a tall man with black teeth and an unruly beard calls out ""Little late to go shopping, eh? C'mon lads, let's show him the 'proper' way to shop"" 2 of the 6 men got down, armed with M16s with bayonets and machetes.</div></blockquote><br/>Janet holds up her hands ""Im friendly! don't shoot!"""
8768,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=450,2014-12-06T19:31:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Hunteria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22703381#p22703381"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22703354#p22703354"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Library</span></span><br/>A Chinese soldier spots the woman. ""HALT!!"" he calls, training his rifle on her.<br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Supermarket</span></span><br/>As Joni stands on guard, a lone pickup truck loaded full of Bandits pulls up. Their leader, a tall man with black teeth and an unruly beard calls out ""Little late to go shopping, eh? C'mon lads, let's show him the 'proper' way to shop"" 2 of the 6 men got down, armed with M16s with bayonets and machetes.</div></blockquote><br/>Janet holds up her hands ""Im friendly! don't shoot!""</div></blockquote><br/>""American soldier?"" The Chinese soldier asks."
8769,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=450,2014-12-06T19:32:00,New Hunteria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22703393#p22703393"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Hunteria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22703381#p22703381"">wrote</a>:</cite>Janet holds up her hands ""Im friendly! don't shoot!""</div></blockquote><br/>""American soldier?"" The Chinese soldier asks.</div></blockquote><br/>""No. Im not a soldier!"" Janet was confused why were there Chinese here?"
8770,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=450,2014-12-06T19:33:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Hunteria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22703407#p22703407"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22703393#p22703393"">wrote</a>:</cite>""American soldier?"" The Chinese soldier asks.</div></blockquote><br/>""No. Im not a soldier!"" Janet was confused why were there Chinese here?</div></blockquote><br/>""Put gun down and come inside!"" He barks."
8771,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=450,2014-12-06T19:35:00,New Hunteria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22703422#p22703422"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Hunteria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22703407#p22703407"">wrote</a>:</cite>""No. Im not a soldier!"" Janet was confused why were there Chinese here?</div></blockquote><br/>""Put gun down and come inside!"" He barks.</div></blockquote><br/>Janet puts her pistol down on the ground and walks toward the chinese soldier with her hands still up."
8772,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=475,2014-12-06T19:35:00,Suurta-Osavaltio,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22703354#p22703354"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Hunteria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22703137#p22703137"">wrote</a>:</cite>Janet decided she needed a walk, and she was bored so she got up and walked out the door and walked down the street. she remebers when she would go on walks with her mother through the town, she Knew she could get hurt Badly from being in outside at night but she didnt care, she had ammo and knew how to use her gun. She wondered if their were governments still out their, or civilization. she continued walking until she thought she saw a tall building.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Library</span></span><br/>A Chinese soldier spots the woman. ""HALT!!"" he calls, training his rifle on her.<br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Supermarket</span></span><br/>As Joni stands on guard, a lone pickup truck loaded full of Bandits pulls up. Their leader, a tall man with black teeth and an unruly beard calls out ""Little late to go shopping, eh? C'mon lads, let's show him the 'proper' way to shop"" 2 of the 6 men got down, armed with M16s with bayonets and machetes.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Joni saw the men approaching, which gave him time to prepare himself. He was easily able to discern that the men were not friendly. This was confirmed when two of them jumped down from their truck, threatening him. The men were heavily armed, but Joni was unafraid. Joni took cover behind a freezer unit, making sure to be fully concealed. He took aim with his pistol and fired at one of the men, hoping to hit him centre mass so that he could then fire at another.<br/><br/>Shooting: 4<br/>Stealth: 4"
8773,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=475,2014-12-06T19:37:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Suurta-Osavaltio <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22703470#p22703470"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22703354#p22703354"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Library</span></span><br/>A Chinese soldier spots the woman. ""HALT!!"" he calls, training his rifle on her.<br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Supermarket</span></span><br/>As Joni stands on guard, a lone pickup truck loaded full of Bandits pulls up. Their leader, a tall man with black teeth and an unruly beard calls out ""Little late to go shopping, eh? C'mon lads, let's show him the 'proper' way to shop"" 2 of the 6 men got down, armed with M16s with bayonets and machetes.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Joni saw the men approaching, which gave him time to prepare himself. He was easily able to discern that the men were not friendly. This was confirmed when two of them jumped down from their truck, threatening him. The men were heavily armed, but Joni was unafraid. Joni took cover behind a freezer unit, making sure to be fully concealed. He took aim with his pistol and fired at one of the men, hoping to hit him centre mass so that he could then fire at another.<br/><br/>Shooting: 4<br/>Stealth: 4</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Result:</span>He remains hidden until he shoots, hitting a soldier in the arm.<br/><br/>The leader growls for all of his men to dismount and surround the Finn. They begin firing, suppressing him."
8774,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=475,2014-12-06T19:41:00,Suurta-Osavaltio,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22703496#p22703496"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Suurta-Osavaltio <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22703470#p22703470"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Joni saw the men approaching, which gave him time to prepare himself. He was easily able to discern that the men were not friendly. This was confirmed when two of them jumped down from their truck, threatening him. The men were heavily armed, but Joni was unafraid. Joni took cover behind a freezer unit, making sure to be fully concealed. He took aim with his pistol and fired at one of the men, hoping to hit him centre mass so that he could then fire at another.<br/><br/>Shooting: 4<br/>Stealth: 4</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Result:</span> He remains hidden until he shoots, hitting a soldier in the arm.<br/><br/>The leader growls for all of his men to dismount and surround the Finn. They begin firing, suppressing him.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Joni knew that he was surrounded, but he also knew that these men would likely not stop until they killed him. Joni took careful aim at one of the immediate threats and fired several times, emptying his magazine. He knew that he could fight as long as he had to, if it meant saving himself from torture or death. He didn't know what these men wanted to do.<br/><br/>Shooting: 4"
8775,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=475,2014-12-06T19:45:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Suurta-Osavaltio <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22703536#p22703536"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22703496#p22703496"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-style: italic"">Result:</span> He remains hidden until he shoots, hitting a soldier in the arm.<br/><br/>The leader growls for all of his men to dismount and surround the Finn. They begin firing, suppressing him.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Joni knew that he was surrounded, but he also knew that these men would likely not stop until they killed him. Joni took careful aim at one of the immediate threats and fired several times, emptying his magazine. He knew that he could fight as long as he had to, if it meant saving himself from torture or death. He didn't know what these men wanted to do.<br/><br/>Shooting: 4</div></blockquote><br/>He hits the man dead center, but it doesn't kill him. He is wearing a bullet proof vest. ""Hands in the air, we won't hurt you!"""
8776,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=475,2014-12-06T19:48:00,Suurta-Osavaltio,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22703584#p22703584"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Suurta-Osavaltio <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22703536#p22703536"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Joni knew that he was surrounded, but he also knew that these men would likely not stop until they killed him. Joni took careful aim at one of the immediate threats and fired several times, emptying his magazine. He knew that he could fight as long as he had to, if it meant saving himself from torture or death. He didn't know what these men wanted to do.<br/><br/>Shooting: 4</div></blockquote><br/>He hits the man dead center, but it doesn't kill him. He is wearing a bullet proof vest. ""Hands in the air, we won't hurt you!""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Joni knew that the men would almost certainly hurt him if he came out, so he quietly started to move away from the combat area. Before he moved, he shouted, ""We both know that isn't true. You and your men should leave now, and I will do the same. Nobody needs to get hurt.""<br/><br/>Stealth: 4"
8777,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=475,2014-12-06T19:50:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Suurta-Osavaltio <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22703620#p22703620"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22703584#p22703584"">wrote</a>:</cite>He hits the man dead center, but it doesn't kill him. He is wearing a bullet proof vest. ""Hands in the air, we won't hurt you!""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Joni knew that the men would almost certainly hurt him if he came out, so he quietly started to move away from the combat area. Before he moved, he shouted, ""We both know that isn't true. You and your men should leave now, and I will do the same. Nobody needs to get hurt.""<br/><br/>Stealth: 4</div></blockquote><br/>A bandit notices the man moving and fires his rifle, hitting Joni in the legs ""Stop!"""
8778,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=475,2014-12-06T19:55:00,Suurta-Osavaltio,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22703641#p22703641"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Suurta-Osavaltio <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22703620#p22703620"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Joni knew that the men would almost certainly hurt him if he came out, so he quietly started to move away from the combat area. Before he moved, he shouted, ""We both know that isn't true. You and your men should leave now, and I will do the same. Nobody needs to get hurt.""<br/><br/>Stealth: 4</div></blockquote><br/>A bandit notices the man moving and fires his rifle, hitting Joni in the legs ""Stop!""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Joni winced, knowing that he was in deep trouble. He stood to the best of his ability, with his hands in the air, palms towards the bandits. ""Okay, fine, you've stopped me. I suggest you don't do anything rash."" He did his best to look intimidating, despite his relatively awful predicament."
8779,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=475,2014-12-06T20:02:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Suurta-Osavaltio <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22703715#p22703715"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22703641#p22703641"">wrote</a>:</cite>A bandit notices the man moving and fires his rifle, hitting Joni in the legs ""Stop!""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Joni winced, knowing that he was in deep trouble. He stood to the best of his ability, with his hands in the air, palms towards the bandits. ""Okay, fine, you've stopped me. I suggest you don't do anything rash."" He did his best to look intimidating, despite his relatively awful predicament.</div></blockquote><br/>One bandit grabs a folding chair from the truck while another grabs some rope. A third hits Joni in the head and drags him to the chair. They tie him up and begin asking him questions ""What is your name?"""
8780,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=475,2014-12-06T20:05:00,Suurta-Osavaltio,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22703802#p22703802"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Suurta-Osavaltio <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22703715#p22703715"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Joni winced, knowing that he was in deep trouble. He stood to the best of his ability, with his hands in the air, palms towards the bandits. ""Okay, fine, you've stopped me. I suggest you don't do anything rash."" He did his best to look intimidating, despite his relatively awful predicament.</div></blockquote><br/>One bandit grabs a folding chair from the truck while another grabs some rope. A third hits Joni in the head and drags him to the chair. They tie him up and begin asking him questions ""What is your name?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Joni was dazed by the hit to his head, but he was still lucid enough to answer questions. He knew that he would likely be dead soon, but he decided to answer the questions anyway. ""My name is Joni Virtanen, and you have no reason to see me as a threat."" He looked straight at the leader of the gang, who was a truly hideous individual."
8781,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=475,2014-12-06T20:06:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Suurta-Osavaltio <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22703838#p22703838"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22703802#p22703802"">wrote</a>:</cite>One bandit grabs a folding chair from the truck while another grabs some rope. A third hits Joni in the head and drags him to the chair. They tie him up and begin asking him questions ""What is your name?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Joni was dazed by the hit to his head, but he was still lucid enough to answer questions. He knew that he would likely be dead soon, but he decided to answer the questions anyway. ""My name is Joni Virtanen, and you have no reason to see me as a threat."" He looked straight at the leader of the gang, who was a truly hideous individual.</div></blockquote><br/>""Why were you armed? Why did you shoot at us? Are you alone?"""
8782,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=475,2014-12-06T20:10:00,Suurta-Osavaltio,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22703858#p22703858"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Suurta-Osavaltio <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22703838#p22703838"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Joni was dazed by the hit to his head, but he was still lucid enough to answer questions. He knew that he would likely be dead soon, but he decided to answer the questions anyway. ""My name is Joni Virtanen, and you have no reason to see me as a threat."" He looked straight at the leader of the gang, who was a truly hideous individual.</div></blockquote><br/>""Why were you armed? Why did you shoot at us? Are you alone?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Joni was not surprised by the manner of the questions, but he figured it was in his best interest to tell them what they wanted to know. He did want to protect the others, though, despite them leaving him behind. ""I was armed because I was in law enforcement. I fired at you after your friends made threatening movements into the supermarket. And yes, unfortunately, I am alone. I had hoped to find food in this place.""<br/><br/>Lying: 1"
8783,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=475,2014-12-06T20:11:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Suurta-Osavaltio <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22703914#p22703914"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22703858#p22703858"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Why were you armed? Why did you shoot at us? Are you alone?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Joni was not surprised by the manner of the questions, but he figured it was in his best interest to tell them what they wanted to know. He did want to protect the others, though, despite them leaving him behind. ""I was armed because I was in law enforcement. I fired at you after your friends made threatening movements into the supermarket. And yes, unfortunately, I am alone. I had hoped to find food in this place.""</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: What is your lying skill?"
8784,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=475,2014-12-06T20:20:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Suurta-Osavaltio <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22703914#p22703914"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22703858#p22703858"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Why were you armed? Why did you shoot at us? Are you alone?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Joni was not surprised by the manner of the questions, but he figured it was in his best interest to tell them what they wanted to know. He did want to protect the others, though, despite them leaving him behind. ""I was armed because I was in law enforcement. I fired at you after your friends made threatening movements into the supermarket. And yes, unfortunately, I am alone. I had hoped to find food in this place.""<br/><br/>Lying: 1</div></blockquote><br/>The interrogator does not believe him ""You are not alone, but you also won't tell us where the others are. Goodbye, Infidel"" With that he raises his machete and with one swift motion, cuts off the man's leg. Then the other, then he stabs him through the stomach and leaves him to die. His puts a sign around Joni's neck 'Leave now, or join this Infidel'"
8785,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=475,2014-12-06T20:29:00,Suurta-Osavaltio,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22704061#p22704061"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Suurta-Osavaltio <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22703914#p22703914"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Joni was not surprised by the manner of the questions, but he figured it was in his best interest to tell them what they wanted to know. He did want to protect the others, though, despite them leaving him behind. ""I was armed because I was in law enforcement. I fired at you after your friends made threatening movements into the supermarket. And yes, unfortunately, I am alone. I had hoped to find food in this place.""<br/><br/>Lying: 1</div></blockquote><br/>The interrogator does not believe him ""You are not alone, but you also won't tell us where the others are. Goodbye, Infidel"" With that he raises his machete and with one swift motion, cuts off the man's leg. Then the other, then he stabs him through the stomach and leaves him to die. His puts a sign around Joni's neck 'Leave now, or join this Infidel'</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Joni panicked as the interrogator called him an infidel, remembering the anti-terrorism seminars he had attended. ""Wait, no, I can tell you..."" Before he could finish his sentence, he was stunned by the removal of his leg, which didn't seem to hurt. The removal of the second leg definitely started to hurt, but nothing was as bad as the pain of the machete going into his stomach. With both of his femoral arteries severed, he bled out quite quickly, ending his pain."
8786,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=475,2014-12-06T20:45:00,New Hunteria,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Hunteria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22703465#p22703465"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22703422#p22703422"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Put gun down and come inside!"" He barks.</div></blockquote><br/>Janet puts her pistol down on the ground and walks toward the chinese soldier with her hands still up.</div></blockquote><br/>Janet was scared that the chinese would kill her, she thought she heard gun shots but she ignored it. ""Um where are you taking me?"""
8787,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=475,2014-12-06T20:55:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Hunteria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22704351#p22704351"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Hunteria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22703465#p22703465"">wrote</a>:</cite>Janet puts her pistol down on the ground and walks toward the chinese soldier with her hands still up.</div></blockquote><br/>Janet was scared that the chinese would kill her, she thought she heard gun shots but she ignored it. ""Um where are you taking me?""</div></blockquote><br/>""Inside, for food water and warmth. We are having Chicken, Gravy and Mashed Potatoes"" The Chinese soldier led the woman inside ""We have another guest!""<br/><br/>""Welcome"" Jimmy said ""Have a seat"""
8788,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=475,2014-12-06T20:59:00,New Hunteria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22704470#p22704470"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Hunteria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22704351#p22704351"">wrote</a>:</cite>Janet was scared that the chinese would kill her, she thought she heard gun shots but she ignored it. ""Um where are you taking me?""</div></blockquote><br/>""Inside, for food water and warmth. We are having Chicken, Gravy and Mashed Potatoes"" The Chinese soldier led the woman inside ""We have another guest!""<br/><br/>""Welcome"" Jimmy said ""Have a seat""</div></blockquote><br/>Janet sat down, she was Immensely terrified. ""Ok...."" Janet was scared, and the Chinese could probably see that."
8789,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=475,2014-12-06T21:03:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Hunteria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22704513#p22704513"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22704470#p22704470"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Inside, for food water and warmth. We are having Chicken, Gravy and Mashed Potatoes"" The Chinese soldier led the woman inside ""We have another guest!""<br/><br/>""Welcome"" Jimmy said ""Have a seat""</div></blockquote><br/>Janet sat down, she was Immensely terrified. ""Ok...."" Janet was scared, and the Chinese could probably see that.</div></blockquote><br/>""Don't be scared darling. Have some mashed potatoes and gravy"" Jimmy said, handing her a plate ""My name is Jimmy"""
8790,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=475,2014-12-06T21:04:00,New Hunteria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22704547#p22704547"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Hunteria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22704513#p22704513"">wrote</a>:</cite>Janet sat down, she was Immensely terrified. ""Ok...."" Janet was scared, and the Chinese could probably see that.</div></blockquote><br/>""Don't be scared darling. Have some mashed potatoes and gravy"" Jimmy said, handing her a plate ""My name is Jimmy""</div></blockquote><br/>""Im... Janet..."" She took the plate, still suspicious of the Chinese."
8791,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=475,2014-12-06T21:09:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Hunteria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22704562#p22704562"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22704547#p22704547"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Don't be scared darling. Have some mashed potatoes and gravy"" Jimmy said, handing her a plate ""My name is Jimmy""</div></blockquote><br/>""Im... Janet..."" She took the plate, still suspicious of the Chinese.</div></blockquote><br/>""We are not like most Chinese. We are peaceful and kind. I've never even fired my gun"" Jimmy said trying to calm the girl."
8792,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=475,2014-12-06T21:14:00,New Hunteria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22704643#p22704643"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Hunteria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22704562#p22704562"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Im... Janet..."" She took the plate, still suspicious of the Chinese.</div></blockquote><br/>""We are not like most Chinese. We are peaceful and kind. I've never even fired my gun"" Jimmy said trying to calm the girl.</div></blockquote><br/>""Ok....."" janet began to eat the food on the plate. she was slightly calmed by the Chinese man calling himself jimmy."
8793,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=475,2014-12-06T21:15:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Hunteria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22704715#p22704715"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22704643#p22704643"">wrote</a>:</cite>""We are not like most Chinese. We are peaceful and kind. I've never even fired my gun"" Jimmy said trying to calm the girl.</div></blockquote><br/>""Ok....."" janet began to eat the food on the plate. she was slightly calmed by the Chinese man calling himself jimmy.</div></blockquote><br/>""Janet is it? Why are you so afraid?"""
8794,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=475,2014-12-06T21:20:00,New Hunteria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22704726#p22704726"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Hunteria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22704715#p22704715"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Ok....."" janet began to eat the food on the plate. she was slightly calmed by the Chinese man calling himself jimmy.</div></blockquote><br/>""Janet is it? Why are you so afraid?""</div></blockquote><br/>""Uh...im Surrounded by the people that invaded my country... im surprised you haven't shot me yet."""
8795,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=475,2014-12-06T21:21:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Hunteria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22704795#p22704795"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22704726#p22704726"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Janet is it? Why are you so afraid?""</div></blockquote><br/>""Uh...im Surrounded by the people that invaded my country... im surprised you haven't shot me yet.""</div></blockquote><br/>""What country are you from?"""
8796,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=475,2014-12-06T21:25:00,Suurta-Osavaltio,"Sergeant MacKenzie Kohler had been moving closer and closer to a small town that she had come across, when she heard shots fired in a building. She approached with caution, her service weapon ready. She noticed that the building was some sort of supermarket, which was a welcome sight. After two days with nothing but a granola bar and a bottle of water, she was eager to get something into her system. She took cover when she saw a truckload of grisly looking men speeding away from the scene. She figured that they were the ones firing the shots. As she stepped around a corner, now facing the supermarket, she realised that there was a victim. She rushed over, seeing a blonde man with both of his legs amputated quite violently. She instinctively checked for a pulse, but she knew there was no hope for the man. She noticed the sign around his neck, which read,<span style=""font-style: italic"">Leave Now, or Join this Infidel.</span>She took a deep breath, realising what the words meant. She feared that there might be a terrorist presence in the area. Her training with the Minneapolis Police Department had prepared her for all kinds of depravity, but something this brutal was something she hadn't witnessed before. It made her sick to her stomach. But still, even with the gruesome sight of the man out front, she went into the store to search for anything of value.<br/><br/>Vigilance: 2<br/>Looting: 1"
8797,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=500,2014-12-06T21:28:00,New Hunteria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22704814#p22704814"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Hunteria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22704795#p22704795"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Uh...im Surrounded by the people that invaded my country... im surprised you haven't shot me yet.""</div></blockquote><br/>""What country are you from?""</div></blockquote><br/>""Canada."" she was happy that she had been fed and was beginning to trust the chinese"
8798,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=500,2014-12-06T21:37:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Hunteria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22704912#p22704912"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22704814#p22704814"">wrote</a>:</cite>""What country are you from?""</div></blockquote><br/>""Canada."" she was happy that she had been fed and was beginning to trust the chinese</div></blockquote><br/>""Contrary to what the government has told you, Canada is pretty much intact. Only a few missiles hit it"""
8799,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=500,2014-12-06T21:45:00,New Hunteria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22705056#p22705056"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Hunteria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22704912#p22704912"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Canada."" she was happy that she had been fed and was beginning to trust the chinese</div></blockquote><br/>""Contrary to what the government has told you, Canada is pretty much intact. Only a few missiles hit it""</div></blockquote><br/>""Wait.... Canada is still there?"""
8800,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=500,2014-12-06T21:46:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Hunteria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22705166#p22705166"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22705056#p22705056"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Contrary to what the government has told you, Canada is pretty much intact. Only a few missiles hit it""</div></blockquote><br/>""Wait.... Canada is still there?""</div></blockquote><br/>""Mainly yes, the borders are closed though"""
8801,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=500,2014-12-06T22:04:00,New Hunteria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22705177#p22705177"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Hunteria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22705166#p22705166"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Wait.... Canada is still there?""</div></blockquote><br/>""Mainly yes, the borders are closed though""</div></blockquote><br/>""Am i allowed to leave this building or will I be shot?"""
8802,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=500,2014-12-06T22:06:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Hunteria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22705430#p22705430"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22705177#p22705177"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Mainly yes, the borders are closed though""</div></blockquote><br/>""Am i allowed to leave this building or will I be shot?""</div></blockquote><br/>""Where would you go? It is not like there is anyone else here!"""
8803,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=500,2014-12-06T22:09:00,New Hunteria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22705459#p22705459"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Hunteria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22705430#p22705430"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Am i allowed to leave this building or will I be shot?""</div></blockquote><br/>""Where would you go? It is not like there is anyone else here!""</div></blockquote><br/>""There is actually others here, so i will go to them."" and with that Janet stood up and walked towards the exit, but stopped to turn to the chinese man ""thanks for the food!""<br/><br/>then janet ran as fast as she could away from the library.<br/><br/>agility: 7"
8804,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=500,2014-12-06T22:27:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Hunteria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22705493#p22705493"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22705459#p22705459"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Where would you go? It is not like there is anyone else here!""</div></blockquote><br/>""There is actually others here, so i will go to them."" and with that Janet stood up and walked towards the exit, but stopped to turn to the chinese man ""thanks for the food!""<br/><br/>then janet ran as fast as she could away from the library.<br/><br/>agility: 7</div></blockquote><br/>Jimmy somehow caught up to the girl ""Janet stop, look at the clouds. It will snow soon, come back"""
8805,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=500,2014-12-06T22:35:00,New Hunteria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22705724#p22705724"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Hunteria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22705493#p22705493"">wrote</a>:</cite>""There is actually others here, so i will go to them."" and with that Janet stood up and walked towards the exit, but stopped to turn to the chinese man ""thanks for the food!""<br/><br/>then janet ran as fast as she could away from the library.<br/><br/>agility: 7</div></blockquote><br/>Jimmy somehow caught up to the girl ""Janet stop, look at the clouds. It will snow soon, come back""</div></blockquote><br/>""Get away from me!"" Janet ran in the direction of the supermarket.<br/><br/>agility:7"
8806,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=500,2014-12-07T09:49:00,Dalharil,---
8807,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=500,2014-12-07T12:58:00,The Blackdown Hills,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22702973#p22702973"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Blackdown Hills <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22702620#p22702620"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Nikoloz nodded, not quite understanding the choice of Jimmy, but respecting the man's choice. ""What is the plan once the night turns to day? Surely you are not planning on staying in this building. We need to explore the rest of this town. Perhaps there are valuable supplies to be found.""</div></blockquote><br/>""We are waiting for a day to see if anyone comes by us. Besides you"" Jimmy answered, a mouthful of brown slop they called Chicken.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Nikoloz nodded, agreeing that it was wise to use the building as shelter for a short time, but he would like to explore the town as well. He decided that it was not a good time to do so, so he went to sleep in the corner of the room, careful to keep his rifle with him."
8808,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=500,2014-12-07T13:53:00,Suurta-Osavaltio,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>New Hunteria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22705821#p22705821"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22705724#p22705724"">wrote</a>:</cite>Jimmy somehow caught up to the girl ""Janet stop, look at the clouds. It will snow soon, come back""</div></blockquote><br/>""Get away from me!"" Janet ran in the direction of the supermarket.<br/><br/>agility:7</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/>MacKenzie heard a woman shouting, and it seemed close to the market. Her law enforcement instincts kicked in straight away, and she readied her handgun. She quickly moved outside, hardly able to see in the darkness. There was indeed a woman, who seemed to be chased by a Chinese soldier. MacKenzie took aim at the Chinese soldier, shouting, ""Hey, stop right there!""<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Dalharil <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22709821#p22709821"">wrote</a>:</cite>Caelum walked up on the girl running away from the guy. She struggled with herself on whether to help or not. She didn't know if the girl was in trouble or if this was a game for her. 'Crap' she said to herself, sometimes she was too nice for her own good. She walked over slowly hoping to intercede the man and help the girl. She may appear tiny but she'd been used to defending herself against hostile people for a long time now. <br/><br/>""What's going on here?"" She asked the man, stepping in front of him.</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/>She was frustrated to see another woman come onto the scene, stepping in front of the Chinese soldier. MacKenzie shouted at the new woman, as well as the others, ""All of you, stop moving. This is Sergeant MacKenzie Kohler, Minneapolis Police Department. Is anybody hurt?"""
8809,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=500,2014-12-07T13:55:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Suurta-Osavaltio <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22713340#p22713340"">wrote</a>:</cite><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>New Hunteria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22705821#p22705821"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Get away from me!"" Janet ran in the direction of the supermarket.<br/><br/>agility:7</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/>MacKenzie heard a woman shouting, and it seemed close to the market. Her law enforcement instincts kicked in straight away, and she readied her handgun. She quickly moved outside, hardly able to see in the darkness. There was indeed a woman, who seemed to be chased by a Chinese soldier. MacKenzie took aim at the Chinese soldier, shouting, ""Hey, stop right there!""<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Dalharil <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22709821#p22709821"">wrote</a>:</cite>Caelum walked up on the girl running away from the guy. She struggled with herself on whether to help or not. She didn't know if the girl was in trouble or if this was a game for her. 'Crap' she said to herself, sometimes she was too nice for her own good. She walked over slowly hoping to intercede the man and help the girl. She may appear tiny but she'd been used to defending herself against hostile people for a long time now. <br/><br/>""What's going on here?"" She asked the man, stepping in front of him.</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/>She was frustrated to see another woman come onto the scene, stepping in front of the Chinese soldier. MacKenzie shouted at the new woman, as well as the others, ""All of you, stop moving. This is Sergeant MacKenzie Kohler, Minneapolis Police Department. Is anybody hurt?""</div></blockquote><br/>Jimmy dropped his pistol and stopped ""No! But we will be soon if we stay out here for too long"" He pointed at the sky, which had dark storm clouds forming."
8810,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=500,2014-12-07T14:01:00,Suurta-Osavaltio,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22713389#p22713389"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Suurta-Osavaltio <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22713340#p22713340"">wrote</a>:</cite><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""></div></div></div><br/><br/>MacKenzie heard a woman shouting, and it seemed close to the market. Her law enforcement instincts kicked in straight away, and she readied her handgun. She quickly moved outside, hardly able to see in the darkness. There was indeed a woman, who seemed to be chased by a Chinese soldier. MacKenzie took aim at the Chinese soldier, shouting, ""Hey, stop right there!""<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""></div></div></div><br/><br/>She was frustrated to see another woman come onto the scene, stepping in front of the Chinese soldier. MacKenzie shouted at the new woman, as well as the others, ""All of you, stop moving. This is Sergeant MacKenzie Kohler, Minneapolis Police Department. Is anybody hurt?""</div></blockquote><br/>Jimmy dropped his pistol and stopped ""No! But we will be soon if we stay out here for too long"" He pointed at the sky, which had dark storm clouds forming.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>MacKenzie knew that in case of a storm, she had only a very short distance to travel in order to reach shelter. She had other priorities, such as finding the people responsible for the violent message at the entrance to the market. She held his pistol ready, aimed at the soldier. ""This supermarket is sufficient cover from a storm. Are you the one who murdered the man inside?"""
8811,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=500,2014-12-07T14:04:00,New Hunteria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Suurta-Osavaltio <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22713474#p22713474"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22713389#p22713389"">wrote</a>:</cite>Jimmy dropped his pistol and stopped ""No! But we will be soon if we stay out here for too long"" He pointed at the sky, which had dark storm clouds forming.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>MacKenzie knew that in case of a storm, she had only a very short distance to travel in order to reach shelter. She had other priorities, such as finding the people responsible for the violent message at the entrance to the market. She held his pistol ready, aimed at the soldier. ""This supermarket is sufficient cover from a storm. Are you the one who murdered the man inside?""</div></blockquote><br/>Janet was frightened ""What man?"" Janet knew that her friend may have died, she was hoping he had not."
8812,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=500,2014-12-07T14:09:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Hunteria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22713535#p22713535"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Suurta-Osavaltio <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22713474#p22713474"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>MacKenzie knew that in case of a storm, she had only a very short distance to travel in order to reach shelter. She had other priorities, such as finding the people responsible for the violent message at the entrance to the market. She held his pistol ready, aimed at the soldier. ""This supermarket is sufficient cover from a storm. Are you the one who murdered the man inside?""</div></blockquote><br/>Janet was frightened ""What man?"" Janet knew that her friend may have died, she was hoping he had not.</div></blockquote><br/>""What man? My platoon just arrived here. We are in a library with food, water, and most importantly, warmth. If we stay here we will most likely freeze to death"""
8813,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=500,2014-12-07T14:11:00,Suurta-Osavaltio,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>New Hunteria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22713535#p22713535"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Suurta-Osavaltio <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22713474#p22713474"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>MacKenzie knew that in case of a storm, she had only a very short distance to travel in order to reach shelter. She had other priorities, such as finding the people responsible for the violent message at the entrance to the market. She held his pistol ready, aimed at the soldier. ""This supermarket is sufficient cover from a storm. Are you the one who murdered the man inside?""</div></blockquote><br/>Janet was frightened ""What man?"" Janet knew that her friend may have died, she was hoping he had not.</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/>MacKenzie kept her pistol trained on the Chinese man, not trusting him for a moment. She motioned to Janet, trying to convince her to go into the supermarket. She hoped that the other woman would as well. ""Go into the supermarket and find cover. You'll find the man on a chair. Don't touch anything. I still have to get a better look at the scene.""<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22713608#p22713608"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Hunteria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22713535#p22713535"">wrote</a>:</cite>Janet was frightened ""What man?"" Janet knew that her friend may have died, she was hoping he had not.</div></blockquote><br/>""What man? My platoon just arrived here. We are in a library with food, water, and most importantly, warmth. If we stay here we will most likely freeze to death""</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/>Mac knew the importance of warm shelter, but she still didn't trust the soldier. He had admitted to being a part of a platoon, which meant that he was indeed military. The Chinese military had proven themselves to be most certainly hostile to Americans. ""I can't risk you going back to your platoon. We will have to stay here in the supermarket. Come with me, and keep your hands where I can see them."""
8814,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=500,2014-12-07T14:12:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Suurta-Osavaltio <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22713649#p22713649"">wrote</a>:</cite><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>New Hunteria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22713535#p22713535"">wrote</a>:</cite>Janet was frightened ""What man?"" Janet knew that her friend may have died, she was hoping he had not.</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/>MacKenzie kept her pistol trained on the Chinese man, not trusting him for a moment. She motioned to Janet, trying to convince her to go into the supermarket. She hoped that the other woman would as well. ""Go into the supermarket and find cover. You'll find the man on a chair. Don't touch anything. I still have to get a better look at the scene.""<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22713608#p22713608"">wrote</a>:</cite>""What man? My platoon just arrived here. We are in a library with food, water, and most importantly, warmth. If we stay here we will most likely freeze to death""</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/>Mac knew the importance of warm shelter, but she still didn't trust the soldier. He had admitted to being a part of a platoon, which meant that he was indeed military. The Chinese military had proven themselves to be most certainly hostile to Americans. ""I can't risk you going back to your platoon. We will have to stay here in the supermarket. Come with me, and keep your hands where I can see them.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Why do you not trust me? We fed the girl. Janet, I think her name is. We are not even soldiers, just a bunch of clerks and some drivers"""
8815,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=500,2014-12-07T14:13:00,Dalharil,---
8816,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=500,2014-12-07T14:18:00,Suurta-Osavaltio,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22713672#p22713672"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Why do you not trust me? We fed the girl. Janet, I think her name is. We are not even soldiers, just a bunch of clerks and some drivers""</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/>Mac still didn't trust the man. How could she possibly trust the Chinese after what they had done to her country? She looked at him for several seconds, trying to detect any sort of threatening body language, but there was none. She was confused about one thing, though. ""If you were feeding her, and being kind to her, why did she feel compelled to run from you? And also, why were you pursuing her with your weapon drawn?""<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Dalharil <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22713679#p22713679"">wrote</a>:</cite>Caelum raised her hands and looked at the officer ""I'm a medic! I was with a party who came here earlier, at least they were supposed to be here. I was detained a little trying to assist the others. I'm just here to help, I didn't know what was going on. I'm not here to cause you anymore trouble. I'm just here to do a job.""<br/><br/>She moved away from the man now that officer was here. ""I don't know where the rest of my party is, I was just trying to find the town so I could hunker down and prepare myself that's all. I have no idea what happened here.""<br/><br/> ""Go into the supermarket and find cover. You'll find the man on a chair. Don't touch anything. I still have to get a better look at the scene."" She heard the officer say. <br/><br/>She walked behind the woman she'd first come up on, rushing to distance herself from the trouble.</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/>Mac looked at the other woman, making sure to keep the Chinese soldier in her peripheral vision. ""Go and see if there's anything of use in the market. Maybe there's some sort of food. Also, check to see if there is a storage room. That room would be well-insulated, and would be good enough to keep us warm for the night."""
8817,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=500,2014-12-07T15:24:00,Dalharil,----
8818,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=500,2014-12-07T16:10:00,New Hunteria,"Janet ran toward the market, she wanted to find out what this 'sign' was. She was hoping that her friend hadn't been hurt, but as she rounded the corner to the supermarket , she had a terrible feeling in her gut that something had gone wrong."
8819,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=500,2014-12-07T16:13:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Suurta-Osavaltio <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22713751#p22713751"">wrote</a>:</cite><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22713672#p22713672"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Why do you not trust me? We fed the girl. Janet, I think her name is. We are not even soldiers, just a bunch of clerks and some drivers""</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/>Mac still didn't trust the man. How could she possibly trust the Chinese after what they had done to her country? She looked at him for several seconds, trying to detect any sort of threatening body language, but there was none. She was confused about one thing, though. ""If you were feeding her, and being kind to her, why did she feel compelled to run from you? And also, why were you pursuing her with your weapon drawn?""<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Dalharil <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22713679#p22713679"">wrote</a>:</cite>Caelum raised her hands and looked at the officer ""I'm a medic! I was with a party who came here earlier, at least they were supposed to be here. I was detained a little trying to assist the others. I'm just here to help, I didn't know what was going on. I'm not here to cause you anymore trouble. I'm just here to do a job.""<br/><br/>She moved away from the man now that officer was here. ""I don't know where the rest of my party is, I was just trying to find the town so I could hunker down and prepare myself that's all. I have no idea what happened here.""<br/><br/> ""Go into the supermarket and find cover. You'll find the man on a chair. Don't touch anything. I still have to get a better look at the scene."" She heard the officer say. <br/><br/>She walked behind the woman she'd first come up on, rushing to distance herself from the trouble.</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/>Mac looked at the other woman, making sure to keep the Chinese soldier in her peripheral vision. ""Go and see if there's anything of use in the market. Maybe there's some sort of food. Also, check to see if there is a storage room. That room would be well-insulated, and would be good enough to keep us warm for the night.""</div></blockquote><br/>Jimmy shrugged his shoulders ""I do not know, we are not hostile. Maybe she doesn't like mashed potatoes and chicken"""
8820,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=500,2014-12-07T16:19:00,Suurta-Osavaltio,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22715428#p22715428"">wrote</a>:</cite>Jimmy shrugged his shoulders ""I do not know, we are not hostile. Maybe she doesn't like mashed potatoes and chicken""</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/>Mac was confused, because the Chinese man seemed to be genuine. She couldn't detect any body language that would say otherwise, and he seemed to have little to no intent to harm anyone. He had already dropped his weapon, which was a good sign. She decided she would hear him out, so she said in a firm, authoritative voice, ""Kick your weapon over to me, and we can talk. Assure me that you have no other weapons on your person."""
8821,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=500,2014-12-07T16:26:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Suurta-Osavaltio <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22715515#p22715515"">wrote</a>:</cite><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22715428#p22715428"">wrote</a>:</cite>Jimmy shrugged his shoulders ""I do not know, we are not hostile. Maybe she doesn't like mashed potatoes and chicken""</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/>Mac was confused, because the Chinese man seemed to be genuine. She couldn't detect any body language that would say otherwise, and he seemed to have little to no intent to harm anyone. He had already dropped his weapon, which was a good sign. She decided she would hear him out, so she said in a firm, authoritative voice, ""Kick your weapon over to me, and we can talk. Assure me that you have no other weapons on your person.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Fine"" Jimmy kicked the pistol over to the officer and emptied his pockets, revealing a half-eaten granola bar ""I am unarmed, now, do you trust me?"""
8822,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=525,2014-12-07T16:28:00,Suurta-Osavaltio,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22715626#p22715626"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Suurta-Osavaltio <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22715515#p22715515"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Mac was confused, because the Chinese man seemed to be genuine. She couldn't detect any body language that would say otherwise, and he seemed to have little to no intent to harm anyone. He had already dropped his weapon, which was a good sign. She decided she would hear him out, so she said in a firm, authoritative voice, ""Kick your weapon over to me, and we can talk. Assure me that you have no other weapons on your person.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Fine"" Jimmy kicked the pistol over to the officer and emptied his pockets, revealing a half-eaten granola bar ""I am unarmed, now, do you trust me?""</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/>Mac was still reluctant, but she lowered her weapon. She motioned for the man to come into the supermarket, making sure not to let him get close enough to attack her. ""Yes, come into the supermarket. I have some questions to ask you."""
8823,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=525,2014-12-07T16:30:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Suurta-Osavaltio <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22715656#p22715656"">wrote</a>:</cite><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22715626#p22715626"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Fine"" Jimmy kicked the pistol over to the officer and emptied his pockets, revealing a half-eaten granola bar ""I am unarmed, now, do you trust me?""</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/>Mac was still reluctant, but she lowered her weapon. She motioned for the man to come into the supermarket, making sure not to let him get close enough to attack her. ""Yes, come into the supermarket. I have some questions to ask you.""</div></blockquote><br/>Jimmy followed ""What do you want to know?"""
8824,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=525,2014-12-07T16:40:00,Suurta-Osavaltio,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22715688#p22715688"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Suurta-Osavaltio <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22715656#p22715656"">wrote</a>:</cite><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""></div></div></div><br/><br/>Mac was still reluctant, but she lowered her weapon. She motioned for the man to come into the supermarket, making sure not to let him get close enough to attack her. ""Yes, come into the supermarket. I have some questions to ask you.""</div></blockquote><br/>Jimmy followed ""What do you want to know?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Mac was surprised that the man was willing to answer her questions. He didn't seem to be much of a threat. ""You mentioned that your guys are holed up in a library? How many are there? Also, what unit are you from?"" She didn't like the Chinese military, mostly because of their role in destroying her homeland."
8825,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=525,2014-12-07T16:49:00,New Hunteria,"Janet started screaming, she fell on her knees next to the chair with the corpse of Joni on it. Janet had her head in her hands, Crying and screaming.<br/>""Who did this!"" The rest of her screamed words was non-understandable."
8826,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=525,2014-12-07T16:56:00,Suurta-Osavaltio,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>New Hunteria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22715928#p22715928"">wrote</a>:</cite>Janet started screaming, she fell on her knees next to the chair with the corpse of Joni on it. Janet had her head in her hands, Crying and screaming.<br/>""Who did this!"" The rest of her screamed words was non-understandable.</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/>MacKenzie wasn't sure how to handle the crying woman. She had never been very good at empathy. She went over to the woman, ignoring the Chinese man for a moment, and put her hand on the woman's shoulder. ""Please, the best thing you can do for him is to survive. Try and find something that we can use inside of the store. Also, check if there's a storage room, since that'll be well-insulated. I'll do everything I can to find whoever did this.""<br/><br/>Charisma: 3<br/>Intelligence: 3"
8827,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=525,2014-12-07T17:07:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Suurta-Osavaltio <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22716045#p22716045"">wrote</a>:</cite><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>New Hunteria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22715928#p22715928"">wrote</a>:</cite>Janet started screaming, she fell on her knees next to the chair with the corpse of Joni on it. Janet had her head in her hands, Crying and screaming.<br/>""Who did this!"" The rest of her screamed words was non-understandable.</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/>MacKenzie wasn't sure how to handle the crying woman. She had never been very good at empathy. She went over to the woman, ignoring the Chinese man for a moment, and put her hand on the woman's shoulder. ""Please, the best thing you can do for him is to survive. Try and find something that we can use inside of the store. Also, check if there's a storage room, since that'll be well-insulated. I'll do everything I can to find whoever did this.""<br/><br/>Charisma: 3<br/>Intelligence: 3</div></blockquote><br/>Jimmy saw the grisly sight and almost vomited ""Bandits"" he said aloud."
8828,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=525,2014-12-07T17:26:00,Suurta-Osavaltio,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22716179#p22716179"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Suurta-Osavaltio <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22716045#p22716045"">wrote</a>:</cite><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""></div></div></div><br/><br/>MacKenzie wasn't sure how to handle the crying woman. She had never been very good at empathy. She went over to the woman, ignoring the Chinese man for a moment, and put her hand on the woman's shoulder. ""Please, the best thing you can do for him is to survive. Try and find something that we can use inside of the store. Also, check if there's a storage room, since that'll be well-insulated. I'll do everything I can to find whoever did this.""<br/><br/>Charisma: 3<br/>Intelligence: 3</div></blockquote><br/>Jimmy saw the grisly sight and almost vomited ""Bandits"" he said aloud.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Mac looked back at the Chinese man, her instincts kicking in again. ""Did you just say bandits? If you know something about whoever did this, you have to tell me. This cannot go unpunished."""
8829,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=525,2014-12-07T17:28:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Suurta-Osavaltio <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22716446#p22716446"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22716179#p22716179"">wrote</a>:</cite>Jimmy saw the grisly sight and almost vomited ""Bandits"" he said aloud.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Mac looked back at the Chinese man, her instincts kicking in again. ""Did you just say bandits? If you know something about whoever did this, you have to tell me. This cannot go unpunished.""</div></blockquote><br/>Jimmy had to keep from laughing ""You??? Take on them??? They are fairly heavily armed and have around eight men, you have a pistol. They can easily kill us all"""
8830,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=525,2014-12-07T17:31:00,New Hunteria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22716469#p22716469"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Suurta-Osavaltio <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22716446#p22716446"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Mac looked back at the Chinese man, her instincts kicking in again. ""Did you just say bandits? If you know something about whoever did this, you have to tell me. This cannot go unpunished.""</div></blockquote><br/>Jimmy had to keep from laughing ""You??? Take on them??? They are fairly heavily armed and have around eight men, you have a pistol. They can easily kill us all""</div></blockquote><br/>Janet got up ran at jimmy and grabed his collar, and looked him dead in the eyes ""You tell me right now. where they are or ill cut your legs off and stab you in the chest.<br/>and ill make it as painful as possible."""
8831,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=525,2014-12-07T17:34:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Hunteria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22716514#p22716514"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22716469#p22716469"">wrote</a>:</cite>Jimmy had to keep from laughing ""You??? Take on them??? They are fairly heavily armed and have around eight men, you have a pistol. They can easily kill us all""</div></blockquote><br/>Janet got up ran at jimmy and grabed his collar, and looked him dead in the eyes ""You tell me right now. where they are or ill cut your legs off and stab you in the chest.<br/>and ill make it as painful as possible.""</div></blockquote><br/>""How should I know?? They are bandits! They travel from one town to the other, harassing people for food and supplies!"""
8832,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=525,2014-12-07T17:35:00,Suurta-Osavaltio,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22716469#p22716469"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Suurta-Osavaltio <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22716446#p22716446"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Mac looked back at the Chinese man, her instincts kicking in again. ""Did you just say bandits? If you know something about whoever did this, you have to tell me. This cannot go unpunished.""</div></blockquote><br/>Jimmy had to keep from laughing ""You??? Take on them??? They are fairly heavily armed and have around eight men, you have a pistol. They can easily kill us all""</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/>Mac knew that he was right. She couldn't take on any sort of force on her own. She decided that she would have to hear the man out. ""Look, you've proven to me that I can trust you. Now, tell me whatever you can about these bandits. Where do they take shelter, and what sort of weapons do they have? Also, if you have an armed platoon with you, why don't you just take them out? Clerks can fire weapons too.""<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>New Hunteria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22716514#p22716514"">wrote</a>:</cite>Janet got up ran at jimmy and grabed his collar, and looked him dead in the eyes ""You tell me right now. where they are or ill cut your legs off and stab you in the chest.<br/>and ill make it as painful as possible.""</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/>Mac tried to pull the woman off of the Chinese man, hoping to get more information out of him. ""Look, we're all in this together now, so we might as well be civil. If he has any answers, I'm confident that violence won't loosen his tongue. I understand that you lost a friend today, but you can't let that cloud your judgement.""<br/><br/>Strength: 2<br/>Agility: 5<br/>Melee: 2<br/>Charisma: 3"
8833,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=525,2014-12-07T17:39:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Suurta-Osavaltio <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22716577#p22716577"">wrote</a>:</cite><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22716469#p22716469"">wrote</a>:</cite>Jimmy had to keep from laughing ""You??? Take on them??? They are fairly heavily armed and have around eight men, you have a pistol. They can easily kill us all""</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/>Mac knew that he was right. She couldn't take on any sort of force on her own. She decided that she would have to hear the man out. ""Look, you've proven to me that I can trust you. Now, tell me whatever you can about these bandits. Where do they take shelter, and what sort of weapons do they have? Also, if you have an armed platoon with you, why don't you just take them out? Clerks can fire weapons too.""<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>New Hunteria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22716514#p22716514"">wrote</a>:</cite>Janet got up ran at jimmy and grabed his collar, and looked him dead in the eyes ""You tell me right now. where they are or ill cut your legs off and stab you in the chest.<br/>and ill make it as painful as possible.""</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/>Mac tried to pull the woman off of the Chinese man, hoping to get more information out of him. ""Look, we're all in this together now, so we might as well be civil. If he has any answers, I'm confident that violence won't loosen his tongue. I understand that you lost a friend today, but you can't let that cloud your judgement.""<br/><br/>Strength: 2<br/>Agility: 5<br/>Melee: 2<br/>Charisma: 3</div></blockquote><br/>Jimmy was about to speak again when his head exploded from the impact of a large bullet. A man yelled from a far distance away ""Leave now or face our wrath Infidels!"""
8834,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=525,2014-12-07T17:45:00,Suurta-Osavaltio,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22716625#p22716625"">wrote</a>:</cite>Jimmy was about to speak again when his head exploded from the impact of a large bullet. A man yelled from a far distance away ""Leave now or face our wrath Infidels!""</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/>MacKenzie grabbed Janet and took cover behind an object, her weapon ready. She knew that she had to get out of the supermarket, so she slowly and carefully made her way towards the back of the store. ""Hey, there is no reason to fire on us. We are only passing through. If you promise not to fire on us, we will leave you to yourselves."" She kept making her way to the back of the store, hoping that there would be an exit in the rear.<br/><br/>Stealth: 5<br/>Agility: 5<br/>Charisma: 3"
8835,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=525,2014-12-07T17:47:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Suurta-Osavaltio <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22716725#p22716725"">wrote</a>:</cite><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22716625#p22716625"">wrote</a>:</cite>Jimmy was about to speak again when his head exploded from the impact of a large bullet. A man yelled from a far distance away ""Leave now or face our wrath Infidels!""</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/>MacKenzie grabbed Janet and took cover behind an object, her weapon ready. She knew that she had to get out of the supermarket, so she slowly and carefully made her way towards the back of the store. ""Hey, there is no reason to fire on us. We are only passing through. If you promise not to fire on us, we will leave you to yourselves."" She kept making her way to the back of the store, hoping that there would be an exit in the rear.<br/><br/>Stealth: 5<br/>Agility: 5<br/>Charisma: 3</div></blockquote><br/>The man yells once more ""Stay inside for 10 minutes! Then you may leave!"" then a pick-up engine starts and begins getting quieter."
8836,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=525,2014-12-07T17:50:00,New Hunteria,"Janet started swearing loudly as she pulled out her pistol, She stood up screaming a bloodcurdling scream and shot several bullets at the man, and running from cover to cover, shooting the entire time, not caring if she got shot.<br/><br/><br/>shooting:6<br/><br/>Agility: 7"
8837,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=525,2014-12-07T17:56:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Hunteria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22716800#p22716800"">wrote</a>:</cite>Janet started swearing loudly as she pulled out her pistol, She stood up screaming a bloodcurdling scream and shot several bullets at the man, and running from cover to cover, shooting the entire time, not caring if she got shot.<br/><br/><br/>shooting:6<br/><br/>Agility: 7</div></blockquote><br/>The man was already gone, and Janet's pistol is now out of ammo."
8838,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=525,2014-12-07T18:00:00,Suurta-Osavaltio,"MacKenzie stood up, looking around the store. ""Well, I guess we just met our bandits."" She looked over at Janet. ""Look, no matter what you feel towards them, you're useless if you're dead. Don't recklessly attack them again. Next time, we'll have to be better prepared."" She stretched, realising how tired she was. ""This supermarket is no longer safe for us. We'll need to find another place to use as shelter. You know this town better than I do."""
8839,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=525,2014-12-07T18:05:00,New Hunteria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Suurta-Osavaltio <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22716984#p22716984"">wrote</a>:</cite>MacKenzie stood up, looking around the store. ""Well, I guess we just met our bandits."" She looked over at Janet. ""Look, no matter what you feel towards them, you're useless if you're dead. Don't recklessly attack them again. Next time, we'll have to be better prepared."" She stretched, realising how tired she was. ""This supermarket is no longer safe for us. We'll need to find another place to use as shelter. You know this town better than I do.""</div></blockquote><br/>""The town hall..... its the best place i know,"" Janet looked at joni's body, then at jimmy's, ""Follow me, lets get a move on"" Janet started walking towards the town hall."
8840,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=525,2014-12-07T18:08:00,Suurta-Osavaltio,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Hunteria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22717041#p22717041"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Suurta-Osavaltio <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22716984#p22716984"">wrote</a>:</cite>MacKenzie stood up, looking around the store. ""Well, I guess we just met our bandits."" She looked over at Janet. ""Look, no matter what you feel towards them, you're useless if you're dead. Don't recklessly attack them again. Next time, we'll have to be better prepared."" She stretched, realising how tired she was. ""This supermarket is no longer safe for us. We'll need to find another place to use as shelter. You know this town better than I do.""</div></blockquote><br/>""The town hall..... its the best place i know,"" Janet looked at joni's body, then at jimmy's, ""Follow me, lets get a move on"" Janet started walking towards the town hall.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>MacKenzie nodded, also looking at the bodies. She had seen gun shot wounds in Minneapolis, but she had never seen something as gruesome as the scene before her. She started to follow Janet to the town hall. ""Is there anybody else in your group, or was it just you and the man back there?"""
8841,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=525,2014-12-07T18:10:00,New Hunteria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Suurta-Osavaltio <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22717089#p22717089"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Hunteria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22717041#p22717041"">wrote</a>:</cite>""The town hall..... its the best place i know,"" Janet looked at joni's body, then at jimmy's, ""Follow me, lets get a move on"" Janet started walking towards the town hall.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>MacKenzie nodded, also looking at the bodies. She had seen gun shot wounds in Minneapolis, but she had never seen something as gruesome as the scene before her. She started to follow Janet to the town hall. ""Is there anybody else in your group, or was it just you and the man back there?""</div></blockquote><br/>""I went out on a walk from the town wall, and one of jimmys buddy's jumped me and took me to the town hall, i have a group at the town hall that can help us."""
8842,Forging the Future(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322316&start=525,2014-12-07T18:16:00,Suurta-Osavaltio,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Hunteria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22717111#p22717111"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Suurta-Osavaltio <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322316&amp;p=22717089#p22717089"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>MacKenzie nodded, also looking at the bodies. She had seen gun shot wounds in Minneapolis, but she had never seen something as gruesome as the scene before her. She started to follow Janet to the town hall. ""Is there anybody else in your group, or was it just you and the man back there?""</div></blockquote><br/>""I went out on a walk from the town wall, and one of jimmys buddy's jumped me and took me to the town hall, i have a group at the town hall that can help us.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Mac was glad to hear that there was a group of survivors at the town hall. She had been searching for weeks to find a group of people who wouldn't shoot at her. She'd been fired on by a small unit of Russians not long ago. She wondered what sort of organisation the group had. She hoped that they were trying to civilise the area and create some sort of society. The only way, in MacKenzie's opinion, to survive after the apocalypse, was to live like it hadn't happened. They had to get the town operating as a town again."
8843,"A Journey to Site C, a Jurassic Park RP (IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322340,2014-12-02T18:31:00,North Viet Cong,"<span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">A Journey To Site C</span><br/><br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322100"" rel=""nofollow"">OOC Thread</a><br/><br/>Note: First of all this is my first RP so I know it might suck. Second I'm glad that Jurassic World is finally coming out, June 12. I'm doing this because of Jurassic World. Alright now to the RP.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Backstory</span></span><br/><br/>This is going to be set on one of ""The Five Deaths"", Isla Muerta. The island is abandoned and there is only one man made structure on the island, an InGen Facility. 8 people venture to the island for adventure, research, filming...(really depending on your reason for being there). The people get more than what they bargained for.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Island</span></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://img1.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20130513190645/jpl-live-the-legend/images/thumb/3/31/Isla_Muerta_map.png/425px-Isla_Muerta_map.png""/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Areas</span></span><br/><br/>Razor Coast:<br/>Very tall cliffs almost inaccessible to humans. This is the home to Pteranodon.<br/><br/>The Lost Eden:<br/>A densely forested area of the island. There is no signs of human activity at all in this region. This is home to Triceratops, Stegosaurus, Tyrannosaurus Rex, and Carnotaurus.<br/><br/>Upland Forests:<br/>The mountainous region of the island. This region is mostly covered in forest and is wet. This is home to Compsognathus, Allosaurus, Ankylosaurus, and Velociraptor.<br/><br/>Floodplains:<br/>A relatively flat region of the island. It is home to the most dinosaurs. This is home to Tyrannosaurus Rex, Albertosaurus, Carnotaurus, Spinosaurus (rarely), Velociraptor, Compsognathus (rarely), Triceratops, Stegosaurus, Brachiosaurus, Ankylosaurus, Gallimimus, and Parasaurolophus.<br/><br/>The Dark Swamps:<br/>This swampy region is the home of the infamous Spinosaurus, Stegosaurus (rarely), and Ankylosaurus (rarely).<br/><br/>The Graveyards:<br/>This region is named for the amount of animals that die there. There is also ship wrecks there that fell prey to Mosasaurus. This region is home to a small pack of Compsognathus.<br/><br/>The Beach:<br/>The ""safest"" part of the island as there is no dinosaurs, apart from Compsognathus, and it's away from the Mosasaurus.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Dinosaurs</span></span><br/><br/>Carnivores:<br/>Albertosaurus<br/>Allosaurus<br/>Carnotaurus<br/>Compsognathus<br/>Mosasaurus (On the West Side of the Island)<br/>Pteranodon<br/>Spinosaurus<br/>Tyrannosaurus Rex<br/>Velociraptor<br/><br/>Herbivores:<br/>Ankylosaurus<br/>Brachiosaurus<br/>Gallimimus<br/>Parasaurolophus<br/>Stegosaurus<br/>Triceratops<br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Rules</span></span><br/>1. I'm the OP. What I say goes.<br/>2. NO One-liners.<br/>3. Be respectable.<br/>4. Minimum of one paragraph.<br/>5. Be willing to injure or even kill your character. Your not God.<br/>6. Report anyone who is causing problems to me or<a href=""//www.nationstates.net/nation=Icrum"">Icrum</a>"
8844,"A Journey to Site C, a Jurassic Park RP (IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322340,2014-12-02T19:26:00,North Viet Cong,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">San Jose, Costa Rica</span><br/><br/>James Sterling, an American from Springfield, Mo, steps aboard a helicopter. The helicopter pilot turns to him.<br/><br/>""Are you sure about this?"" said the pilot.<br/><br/>""Yea. I'm sure."" said James.<br/><br/>""They don't call it<span style=""font-style: italic"">Las Cinco Muertes</span>for nothing."" said the pilot.<br/><br/>""I know."" said James.<br/><br/>The pilot laughs. ""Your funeral."" The pilot turns on the helicopter. The helicopter lifts up and heads towards Isla Muerta. James is sitting there breathing heavily.<br/><br/>""You nervous?"" asked the pilot.<br/><br/>""Yea."" said James. Suddenly the island comes into view. It's covered in a thick coat of fog. James starts to think.<span style=""font-style: italic"">It's almost menacing. Wait...it is menacing...</span>The pilot interrupts his thoughts.<br/><br/>""Where do you want me to go?"" said the pilot.<br/><br/>""On the beach."" said James. The helicopter flies around the island one. James sees herds of Triceratops grazing. In the distance James sees a Tyrannosaurus Rex stalking the group of Triceratops. The helicopter goes to the beach. It doesn't land, but hovers about 10 feet above the beach. James grabs his backpacks and opens the door. James throws his backpacks out and jumps out of the helicopter. He waves off the helicopter and it leaves. After a minute the helicopter disapears over the horizon.<br/><br/>""Well I'm here by myself."" said James to himself. James starts to walk towards the forest next to the beach. He hears rustling in the treeline.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Huh, I've been here for 10 seconds and the dinosaurs are already attracted to me. Maybe this was a bad idea.</span>James thinks. He stops and looks at the treeline. A small dinosaur maybe 1 meter in length comes out of the woods. It has a green colored body with two brown stripes running down its' back.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Compy. Shouldn't be to worried about them...unless there's a lot of them.</span>Luckily there wasn't that much. About 5 to 10. The Compy's ran back into the woods. James looks towards the sunset.<br/><br/>""It's getting late. I should set up camp here."" James goes to a nearby tree and grabs a couple of thick sticks. He pulls out a piece of covering out of his backpack and makes a shade. He pulls out his sleeping back and lays it under the tarp. He walks around and finds twigs and goes back to camp to set up a fire. After a couple of minutes he starts a fire. He lays down next to the fire and rests while looking out at the sunset. After a couple of minutes he falls asleep."
8845,"A Journey to Site C, a Jurassic Park RP (IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322340,2014-12-02T23:37:00,Toronina,"Aaron had to pay the bloke who operated the jet a lot of money to get to the island. ""Are you crazy mate? That place is full of giant bloody lizards just waiting to kill you, and you want to go there?"" he had said. ""Yes."" Was all Aaron had to say in reply. The man was unhappy with him, and Aaron did not blame him. There was a chance the jet would be dino food, along with the pilot as well. The Owner had not been happy either, but relented eventually and let him use the plane. The ride had taken a few days, due to fuel stops, but they had arrived at the nearest airport, where Aaron hired a helicopter to take him the rest of the way.<br/><br/>""I'll land close to the beach for ya, but don't expect me to come back. You ever get sick of the place, find you own damn way off."" The pilot said as they arrived. Aaron hopped off with his bags and set up camp where the tide couldn't come in. Afterwards he set off, to explore the beach and to see if anyone else had come to the island."
8846,"A Journey to Site C, a Jurassic Park RP (IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322340,2014-12-03T17:26:00,Fiery Armageddon,"Karl walked out of the top floor of the current InGen facility in California to find a military transport helicopter resting on the helipad with the pilot leaning comfortably on the side. He then walked over and said, ""Hello Dr. Marcial, I am James S. Wentworth, and I will be escorting you to Isla Muerta."" The pilot then pulled out a map and showed a map to Karl. ""As you can see, the safest spot for me to drop you off is at the beaches, but it might take you a bit longer for you to reach your destination that you marked, but unless you want both of us to be dino chum, I suggest you take this way. Besides, HQ tells me that there have been more people getting dropped off near the beach, so at least you may get some company to die with."" Karl was a little agitated at his negative remarked, but they set off soon after the conversation. About one hour into the flight, James asked Karl an interesting question. ""So, why'd you come?"" Karl responded bluntly with, ""Sorry, confidential information."" James huffed at this. Karl then thought of what his real mission: ""Operation: Arch-World"" they called it. He was told that his mission would be to find any data left from the attack, and bring it back in order to revive Jurassic Park, but into something greater, a whole new park for them that would be called ""Jurassic World"" Karl had decided to join so that his dream of bringing these creatures back would be a success, and not result in a crisis like the last attempt. Plus, he would get a higher pay, with his job involving creating more species of dinosaur. But one thing bothered Karl: Why send one Genetic Engineer? Because he knew what to look for? Or to go on a death mission? Karl wasn't sure, but he knew one thing: he could not tell ANYONE besides InGen officials about this mission, or he would be charged with corporate espionage."
8847,"A Journey to Site C, a Jurassic Park RP (IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322340,2014-12-05T16:38:00,North Viet Cong,"<blockquote><div><cite>Toronina <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322340&amp;p=22659339#p22659339"">wrote</a>:</cite>Aaron had to pay the bloke who operated the jet a lot of money to get to the island. ""Are you crazy mate? That place is full of giant bloody lizards just waiting to kill you, and you want to go there?"" he had said. ""Yes."" Was all Aaron had to say in reply. The man was unhappy with him, and Aaron did not blame him. There was a chance the jet would be dino food, along with the pilot as well. The Owner had not been happy either, but relented eventually and let him use the plane. The ride had taken a few days, due to fuel stops, but they had arrived at the nearest airport, where Aaron hired a helicopter to take him the rest of the way.<br/><br/> ""I'll land close to the beach for ya, but don't expect me to come back. You ever get sick of the place, find you own damn way off."" The pilot said as they arrived. Aaron hopped off with his bags and set up camp where the tide couldn't come in. Afterwards he set off, to explore the beach and to see if anyone else had come to the island.</div></blockquote><br/>James woke up after a good sleep. He looks over and sees a Compy trying to get his food. James scares the Compy away and grabs his bag. James pulls out some of his IRE's (OOC: I think that's what their called.) and cooks them. After he eats them he lays back and rests. Suddenly he hears something that sounds like a helicopter. He sees a helicopter coming and he hides. After a couple of minutes the helicopter leaves. James waits a half hour before revealing himself.<br/><br/>""Hello. Who are you."" says James. Nothing.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Maybe I'm too far away for him to hear me.</span>James gets closer.<br/><br/>""HELLO. WHO ARE YOU?"" screams James. There's an answer."
8848,"A Journey to Site C, a Jurassic Park RP (IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322340,2014-12-05T22:30:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>North Viet Cong <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322340&amp;p=22689023#p22689023"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Toronina <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322340&amp;p=22659339#p22659339"">wrote</a>:</cite>Aaron had to pay the bloke who operated the jet a lot of money to get to the island. ""Are you crazy mate? That place is full of giant bloody lizards just waiting to kill you, and you want to go there?"" he had said. ""Yes."" Was all Aaron had to say in reply. The man was unhappy with him, and Aaron did not blame him. There was a chance the jet would be dino food, along with the pilot as well. The Owner had not been happy either, but relented eventually and let him use the plane. The ride had taken a few days, due to fuel stops, but they had arrived at the nearest airport, where Aaron hired a helicopter to take him the rest of the way.<br/><br/> ""I'll land close to the beach for ya, but don't expect me to come back. You ever get sick of the place, find you own damn way off."" The pilot said as they arrived. Aaron hopped off with his bags and set up camp where the tide couldn't come in. Afterwards he set off, to explore the beach and to see if anyone else had come to the island.</div></blockquote><br/>James woke up after a good sleep. He looks over and sees a Compy trying to get his food. James scares the Compy away and grabs his bag. James pulls out some of his IRE's (OOC: I think that's what their called.) and cooks them. After he eats them he lays back and rests. Suddenly he hears something that sounds like a helicopter. He sees a helicopter coming and he hides. After a couple of minutes the helicopter leaves. James waits a half hour before revealing himself.<br/><br/>""Hello. Who are you."" says James. Nothing. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Maybe I'm too far away for him to hear me.</span> James gets closer.<br/><br/>""HELLO. WHO ARE YOU?"" screams James. There's an answer.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Aaron noticed someone calling out towards him, and walked over toward them. ""Hello! I'm Aaron Waters, and you are?"""
8849,"A Journey to Site C, a Jurassic Park RP (IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322340,2014-12-05T22:33:00,North Viet Cong,"<blockquote><div><cite>Toronina <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322340&amp;p=22692634#p22692634"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>North Viet Cong <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322340&amp;p=22689023#p22689023"">wrote</a>:</cite>James woke up after a good sleep. He looks over and sees a Compy trying to get his food. James scares the Compy away and grabs his bag. James pulls out some of his IRE's (OOC: I think that's what their called.) and cooks them. After he eats them he lays back and rests. Suddenly he hears something that sounds like a helicopter. He sees a helicopter coming and he hides. After a couple of minutes the helicopter leaves. James waits a half hour before revealing himself.<br/><br/>""Hello. Who are you."" says James. Nothing. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Maybe I'm too far away for him to hear me.</span> James gets closer.<br/><br/>""HELLO. WHO ARE YOU?"" screams James. There's an answer.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Aaron noticed someone calling out towards him, and walked over toward them. ""Hello! I'm Aaron Waters, and you are?""</div></blockquote><br/>""Hello. I'm James. James Sterling. Why are you here. I thought I would be the only person on this island."""
8850,"A Journey to Site C, a Jurassic Park RP (IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322340,2014-12-05T23:06:00,Hastiaka,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Haven Industries Headquarters, Edinburgh, Scotland. <br/>3 Days ago.</span></div><br/><br/>The Headquarters was filled with people. The Golden-clad building resembled a Palace. The flags of Haven Industries greets the Everyday buyer. The receptionist counter usually has short lines. But today, a long line awaits. Ever since Dinosaurs were rumored to exist, Hundreds have gathered in Haven Industries branches all over the world. This Multi-billion company will soon encompass Windows and Google. The Matriarch, Leanne Haven led Haven Industries to be one of the Most Successful company in the World.<br/><br/>two Days later, Leanne reserved a flight to Isla de Muertos or the Island of the Dead. With her, she brought her Intelligence and the best inventory Haven Industries could offer. Thousands of Dollars had been put to this Trip. She is a Billionaire. The Haven Industries board of directors are excited to know if the Dinosaurs can provide Cosmetic Materials<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Landing. Present Day.</span><br/><br/>Her golden and purplish-clad Helicopter landed in the Helipad. She went down and brought her inventory. She saw other people. She walked to them and said;<span style=""font-style: italic"">''Greetings. Want to buy from Haven Industries? We offer Helicopters, Planes, Cosmetics, Laptops and other Electronic devices! Buy now! Call 1021-HAVEN-1201</span>"
8851,"A Journey to Site C, a Jurassic Park RP (IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322340,2014-12-06T03:09:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>North Viet Cong <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322340&amp;p=22692662#p22692662"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Toronina <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322340&amp;p=22692634#p22692634"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Aaron noticed someone calling out towards him, and walked over toward them. ""Hello! I'm Aaron Waters, and you are?""</div></blockquote><br/>""Hello. I'm James. James Sterling. Why are you here. I thought I would be the only person on this island.""</div></blockquote><br/>""I honestly thought I'd be the only one. I work for CSIRO, they want me to bring back some DNA, Blood and Tissue samples from the lizards, how bout you?"""
8852,"A Journey to Site C, a Jurassic Park RP (IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322340,2014-12-06T14:09:00,Fiery Armageddon,"<blockquote><div><cite>Toronina <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322340&amp;p=22693798#p22693798"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>North Viet Cong <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322340&amp;p=22692662#p22692662"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Hello. I'm James. James Sterling. Why are you here. I thought I would be the only person on this island.""</div></blockquote><br/>""I honestly thought I'd be the only one. I work for CSIRO, they want me to bring back some DNA, Blood and Tissue samples from the lizards, how bout you?""</div></blockquote><br/>""Ok man, rides up."" James said to Karl. ""Thank you, don't hit a pteranodon while you're up there."" Karl said jokingly. He then watched it fly away, before noticing the two men across the beach. ""Well, they did say there would be more people on the island."" Karl thought before he ran over to them. ""Hello, gentlemen. I am Dr. Karl Marcial, and you?"""
8853,"A Journey to Site C, a Jurassic Park RP (IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322340,2014-12-06T15:09:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Fiery Armageddon <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322340&amp;p=22698737#p22698737"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Toronina <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322340&amp;p=22693798#p22693798"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I honestly thought I'd be the only one. I work for CSIRO, they want me to bring back some DNA, Blood and Tissue samples from the lizards, how bout you?""</div></blockquote><br/>""Ok man, rides up."" James said to Karl. ""Thank you, don't hit a pteranodon while you're up there."" Karl said jokingly. He then watched it fly away, before noticing the two men across the beach. ""Well, they did say there would be more people on the island."" Karl thought before he ran over to them. ""Hello, gentlemen. I am Dr. Karl Marcial, and you?""</div></blockquote><br/>Aaron noticed the man ride up. ""Aaron Waters, nice to me you Doctor Marcial."""
8854,"A Journey to Site C, a Jurassic Park RP (IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322340,2014-12-06T20:48:00,Fiery Armageddon,"<blockquote><div><cite>Toronina <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322340&amp;p=22699529#p22699529"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Fiery Armageddon <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322340&amp;p=22698737#p22698737"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Ok man, rides up."" James said to Karl. ""Thank you, don't hit a pteranodon while you're up there."" Karl said jokingly. He then watched it fly away, before noticing the two men across the beach. ""Well, they did say there would be more people on the island."" Karl thought before he ran over to them. ""Hello, gentlemen. I am Dr. Karl Marcial, and you?""</div></blockquote><br/>Aaron noticed the man ride up. ""Aaron Waters, nice to me you Doctor Marcial.""</div></blockquote><br/>""So, Mr. Waters, what is you and your companion's intentions of being on Isla Muerta?"" The Doctor asked Aaron, in case their plans would conflict with his."
8855,"A Journey to Site C, a Jurassic Park RP (IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322340,2014-12-07T01:17:00,North Viet Cong,"<blockquote><div><cite>Fiery Armageddon <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322340&amp;p=22704387#p22704387"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Toronina <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322340&amp;p=22699529#p22699529"">wrote</a>:</cite>Aaron noticed the man ride up. ""Aaron Waters, nice to me you Doctor Marcial.""</div></blockquote><br/>""So, Mr. Waters, what is you and your companion's intentions of being on Isla Muerta?"" The Doctor asked Aaron, in case their plans would conflict with his.</div></blockquote><br/>James walks up to Dr. Marcial and shakes his hand. ""Hey Dr. Marcial. I'm James. James Sterling. I'm here to film dinosaurs in their natural habitat. What John Hammond did on Isla Nublar was cruel. I mean a zoo of dinosaurs, no wonder the dinosaurs broke out. Anyway is what I'm doing going to conflict with anything of yours?"""
8856,"A Journey to Site C, a Jurassic Park RP (IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322340,2014-12-07T02:20:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Fiery Armageddon <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322340&amp;p=22704387#p22704387"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Toronina <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322340&amp;p=22699529#p22699529"">wrote</a>:</cite>Aaron noticed the man ride up. ""Aaron Waters, nice to me you Doctor Marcial.""</div></blockquote><br/>""So, Mr. Waters, what is you and your companion's intentions of being on Isla Muerta?"" The Doctor asked Aaron, in case their plans would conflict with his.</div></blockquote><br/>""I'm here to collect samples of DNA, Blood, tissue and all that."" Aaron said to the doctor."
8857,"A Journey to Site C, a Jurassic Park RP (IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322340,2014-12-07T10:11:00,Fiery Armageddon,"Karl was suspicious of Aaron's business, but thought that by the way the man acted, he might not be an obstacle to his objectives, but he knew he had to find out why the man was doing his ""research"". He also didn't like James' statement of the previous park, however he understood his ideas, as multiple people had stated this to the board at Jurassic Park, but Karl kept his anger a secret. ""Well, both of your 'missions' seem very intriguing, and I'm here for the same reason as Mr. Waters, but instead for a museum in Scranton, Philadelphia."" Karl said, attempting to make it a white lie."
8858,"A Journey to Site C, a Jurassic Park RP (IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322340,2014-12-09T00:01:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Fiery Armageddon <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322340&amp;p=22710108#p22710108"">wrote</a>:</cite>Karl was suspicious of Aaron's business, but thought that by the way the man acted, he might not be an obstacle to his objectives, but he knew he had to find out why the man was doing his ""research"". He also didn't like James' statement of the previous park, however he understood his ideas, as multiple people had stated this to the board at Jurassic Park, but Karl kept his anger a secret. ""Well, both of your 'missions' seem very intriguing, and I'm here for the same reason as Mr. Waters, but instead for a museum in Scranton, Philadelphia."" Karl said, attempting to make it a white lie.</div></blockquote><br/>Aaron was oblivious to the doctors mistrust of him, and offered his hand for a handshake."
8859,"A Journey to Site C, a Jurassic Park RP (IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322340,2014-12-09T16:22:00,Fiery Armageddon,"<blockquote><div><cite>Toronina <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322340&amp;p=22733895#p22733895"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Fiery Armageddon <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322340&amp;p=22710108#p22710108"">wrote</a>:</cite>Karl was suspicious of Aaron's business, but thought that by the way the man acted, he might not be an obstacle to his objectives, but he knew he had to find out why the man was doing his ""research"". He also didn't like James' statement of the previous park, however he understood his ideas, as multiple people had stated this to the board at Jurassic Park, but Karl kept his anger a secret. ""Well, both of your 'missions' seem very intriguing, and I'm here for the same reason as Mr. Waters, but instead for a museum in Scranton, Philadelphia."" Karl said, attempting to make it a white lie.</div></blockquote><br/>Aaron was oblivious to the doctors mistrust of him, and offered his hand for a handshake.</div></blockquote><br/>""Ah, good we could all make friends."" Said the doctor while shaking his hand, slightly wanting to stay friends with them while still completing his objective. ""Now, we should get going, it seems it will get dark soon, and we should set up camp. Then, in the morning, we should head deeper into the forest, there, I believe we would hit the floodplains which contains a numerous amount of dinosaurs, items of interest, and the abandoned InGen facility, the perfect place to accomplish our goals."
8860,"A Journey to Site C, a Jurassic Park RP (IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322340,2014-12-09T18:24:00,North Viet Cong,"<blockquote><div><cite>Fiery Armageddon <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322340&amp;p=22740940#p22740940"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Toronina <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322340&amp;p=22733895#p22733895"">wrote</a>:</cite>Aaron was oblivious to the doctors mistrust of him, and offered his hand for a handshake.</div></blockquote><br/>""Ah, good we could all make friends."" Said the doctor while shaking his hand, slightly wanting to stay friends with them while still completing his objective. ""Now, we should get going, it seems it will get dark soon, and we should set up camp. Then, in the morning, we should head deeper into the forest, there, I believe we would hit the floodplains which contains a numerous amount of dinosaurs, items of interest, and the abandoned InGen facility, the perfect place to accomplish our goals.</div></blockquote><br/>While looking up at the setting sun. ""Yea. It is getting a little dark."" Looks back at Karl and Aaron. ""I only brought a sleeping bag. I know that's stupid, but I wanted to travel light. So, Dr. Marcial, do you have anything better to sleep in than a sleeping bag?"""
8861,"A Journey to Site C, a Jurassic Park RP (IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322340,2014-12-09T21:22:00,Fiery Armageddon,"<blockquote><div><cite>North Viet Cong <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322340&amp;p=22742439#p22742439"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Fiery Armageddon <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322340&amp;p=22740940#p22740940"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Ah, good we could all make friends."" Said the doctor while shaking his hand, slightly wanting to stay friends with them while still completing his objective. ""Now, we should get going, it seems it will get dark soon, and we should set up camp. Then, in the morning, we should head deeper into the forest, there, I believe we would hit the floodplains which contains a numerous amount of dinosaurs, items of interest, and the abandoned InGen facility, the perfect place to accomplish our goals.</div></blockquote><br/>While looking up at the setting sun. ""Yea. It is getting a little dark."" Looks back at Karl and Aaron. ""I only brought a sleeping bag. I know that's stupid, but I wanted to travel light. So, Dr. Marcial, do you have anything better to sleep in than a sleeping bag?""</div></blockquote><br/>""Hm."" He thought about what James had said as he looked through his backpack. ""Ah, thank you for reminding me, my pilot gave me something for the trip which is...<span style=""font-style: italic"">Voila!</span>"" He said as he took out a sleeping bag. ""Ok, I'm good, what about you Mr.Waters? And what about the environment? I think that there seems to be only be Compsognathus occupying this land, which can become a bad situation if they attack us in a group. Shall we take shifts? Do you all have weapons?"""
8862,"A Journey to Site C, a Jurassic Park RP (IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322340,2014-12-09T21:25:00,North Viet Cong,"<blockquote><div><cite>Fiery Armageddon <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322340&amp;p=22744587#p22744587"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>North Viet Cong <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322340&amp;p=22742439#p22742439"">wrote</a>:</cite>While looking up at the setting sun. ""Yea. It is getting a little dark."" Looks back at Karl and Aaron. ""I only brought a sleeping bag. I know that's stupid, but I wanted to travel light. So, Dr. Marcial, do you have anything better to sleep in than a sleeping bag?""</div></blockquote><br/>""Hm."" He thought about what James had said as he looked through his backpack. ""Ah, thank you for reminding me, my pilot gave me something for the trip which is...<span style=""font-style: italic"">Voila!</span>"" He said as he took out a sleeping bag. ""Ok, I'm good, what about you Mr.Waters? And what about the environment? I think that there seems to be only be Compsognathus occupying this land, which can become a bad situation if they attack us in a group. Shall we take shifts? Do you all have weapons?""</div></blockquote><br/>""I have a Glock with three clips. I don't think it'll help much, but it's all I got."""
8863,"A Journey to Site C, a Jurassic Park RP (IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322340,2014-12-09T22:01:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Fiery Armageddon <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322340&amp;p=22744587#p22744587"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>North Viet Cong <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322340&amp;p=22742439#p22742439"">wrote</a>:</cite>While looking up at the setting sun. ""Yea. It is getting a little dark."" Looks back at Karl and Aaron. ""I only brought a sleeping bag. I know that's stupid, but I wanted to travel light. So, Dr. Marcial, do you have anything better to sleep in than a sleeping bag?""</div></blockquote><br/>""Hm."" He thought about what James had said as he looked through his backpack. ""Ah, thank you for reminding me, my pilot gave me something for the trip which is...<span style=""font-style: italic"">Voila!</span>"" He said as he took out a sleeping bag. ""Ok, I'm good, what about you Mr.Waters? And what about the environment? I think that there seems to be only be Compsognathus occupying this land, which can become a bad situation if they attack us in a group. Shall we take shifts? Do you all have weapons?""</div></blockquote><br/>""I bought supplies for myself and a large tent. I've got a shotgun, so I'll take first watch."""
8864,"A Journey to Site C, a Jurassic Park RP (IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322340,2014-12-10T15:00:00,North Viet Cong,"<blockquote><div><cite>Toronina <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322340&amp;p=22744851#p22744851"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Fiery Armageddon <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322340&amp;p=22744587#p22744587"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Hm."" He thought about what James had said as he looked through his backpack. ""Ah, thank you for reminding me, my pilot gave me something for the trip which is...<span style=""font-style: italic"">Voila!</span>"" He said as he took out a sleeping bag. ""Ok, I'm good, what about you Mr.Waters? And what about the environment? I think that there seems to be only be Compsognathus occupying this land, which can become a bad situation if they attack us in a group. Shall we take shifts? Do you all have weapons?""</div></blockquote><br/>""I bought supplies for myself and a large tent. I've got a shotgun, so I'll take first watch.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Go ahead. Tomorrow I'll be leaving you guys. I have stuff that I've got to do and you guys would slow me down. I know we just met, but I have to."" James then heads to the very tree he slept on earlier, pulls out his sleeping bag, and lays down next to the tree. After a couple of minutes James falls asleep."
8865,"A Journey to Site C, a Jurassic Park RP (IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322340,2014-12-10T15:45:00,Fiery Armageddon,"After James went to sleep on the tree, Karl said to Aaron, ""So, Mr. Waters, James is gone, what about the two of us? Would you like to stick together, or have all of us part our ways in order to complete our separate tasks?"""
8866,"A Journey to Site C, a Jurassic Park RP (IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322340,2014-12-10T21:30:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Fiery Armageddon <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322340&amp;p=22751690#p22751690"">wrote</a>:</cite>After James went to sleep on the tree, Karl said to Aaron, ""So, Mr. Waters, James is gone, what about the two of us? Would you like to stick together, or have all of us part our ways in order to complete our separate tasks?""</div></blockquote><br/>""Two would stand a better chance should dinosaur come."""
8867,"A Journey to Site C, a Jurassic Park RP (IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322340,2014-12-13T02:33:00,Hastiaka,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Leanne Haven</span><br/><br/>Angered, She shouted with a loud voice;<span style=""font-style: italic"">''ARE YOU PEOPLE DEAF? WHAT THE HELL IS WRONG WITH YOU PEOPLE?</span>shortly after, she calmed down and sat under the tree. Seconds later, she got a call from her satellite phone.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">''Maam. We have a situation in Haven HQ in Edinburgh... You see.. an Earthquake caused the South east tail of the building to collapse''</span>"
8868,"A Journey to Site C, a Jurassic Park RP (IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322340&start=25,2014-12-21T14:24:00,North Viet Cong,"Hours later James Sterling wakes up. He looks around. He sees Aaron Walters and Karl Marcial next to one tree. There fast asleep. Leaned up against a tree nearby was Leanne Haven. She was asleep and she had a satellite phone in her hand.<span style=""font-style: italic"">She has connections with the outside world. I wander who she's talking to,</span>James thinks to himself. James looks over and see's his two bags. He gets up, making sure he doesn't wake up the others, and grabs his bags. He heads into the woods and stops. He turns around.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Maybe I should find a way to keep in contact with them.</span>James reaches into his bag and grabs a walkie-talkie. He sets the walkie-talkie to Channel 4 and sets it down on Karl Marcial's bag. James gets a piece of paper out of his bag. He writes a note to Karl:<br/><br/>Hey Karl,<br/>I've left this walkie-talkie for you. If you want to contact me, or if I get in trouble, we could talk.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">James</span><br/><br/>James then leaves. He walks into the woods as the sun rises over the horizon."
8869,"A Journey to Site C, a Jurassic Park RP (IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322340&start=25,2014-12-28T02:16:00,Toronina,"Aaron woke up sometime around noon yawning. He got undressed and took a bath in the saltwater, coming back and putting some more suitable clothes on. He intended to make it to the old Lab, hoping some old DNA samples were there."
8870,"A Journey to Site C, a Jurassic Park RP (IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322340&start=25,2014-12-28T12:23:00,Fiery Armageddon,"Karl awoke and found Aaron gone and someone new nearby...A woman, propped up against a tree, asleep. Karl didn't know if she was to be trusted, so he pulled out his Glock 19, making sure it was loaded, and tried to get Aaron's attention by whispering to him. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Pss, Aaron, over here.</span>"" he called to him, as Karl aimed at the woman. He noticed something next to her, what appeared to be a handbag with some magazines next to it. The title of the section on the page being read was ""Haven International snooping around dinosaurs?"" Karl thought, ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Was this woman going to try to...harvest dinosaur skin?!</span>"" This enraged Karl, and he knew that Aaron, and most definitely James would definitely have some questions to ask her."
8871,"A Journey to Site C, a Jurassic Park RP (IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322340&start=25,2014-12-29T01:52:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Fiery Armageddon <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322340&amp;p=22940358#p22940358"">wrote</a>:</cite>Karl awoke and found Aaron gone and someone new nearby...A woman, propped up against a tree, asleep. Karl didn't know if she was to be trusted, so he pulled out his Glock 19, making sure it was loaded, and tried to get Aaron's attention by whispering to him. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Pss, Aaron, over here.</span>"" he called to him, as Karl aimed at the woman. He noticed something next to her, what appeared to be a handbag with some magazines next to it. The title of the section on the page being read was ""Haven International snooping around dinosaurs?"" Karl thought, ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Was this woman going to try to...harvest dinosaur skin?!</span>"" This enraged Karl, and he knew that Aaron, and most definitely James would definitely have some questions to ask her.</div></blockquote><br/>Aaron looked over to Karl. He then saw the woman and ran over. He looked over at the book. ""Haven International, harvesting Dinosaur skin, the fuck is wrong with this lady."" He pulled out a pistol from it's holster and loaded it."
8872,"A Journey to Site C, a Jurassic Park RP (IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322340&start=25,2014-12-29T10:11:00,Fiery Armageddon,"<blockquote><div><cite>Toronina <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322340&amp;p=22947576#p22947576"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Fiery Armageddon <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322340&amp;p=22940358#p22940358"">wrote</a>:</cite>Karl awoke and found Aaron gone and someone new nearby...A woman, propped up against a tree, asleep. Karl didn't know if she was to be trusted, so he pulled out his Glock 19, making sure it was loaded, and tried to get Aaron's attention by whispering to him. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Pss, Aaron, over here.</span>"" he called to him, as Karl aimed at the woman. He noticed something next to her, what appeared to be a handbag with some magazines next to it. The title of the section on the page being read was ""Haven International snooping around dinosaurs?"" Karl thought, ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Was this woman going to try to...harvest dinosaur skin?!</span>"" This enraged Karl, and he knew that Aaron, and most definitely James would definitely have some questions to ask her.</div></blockquote><br/>Aaron looked over to Karl. He then saw the woman and ran over. He looked over at the book. ""Haven International, harvesting Dinosaur skin, the fuck is wrong with this lady."" He pulled out a pistol from it's holster and loaded it.</div></blockquote><br/>""Where the hell is James? He's going to want to see this too?"" Karl said quietly while looking around and noticed the sheet of paper left for him. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Hey Karl, I've left this walkie-talkie for you. If you want to contact me, or if I get in trouble, we could talk.</span>"", the note said. ""We missed him, but he left this for me, so maybe we should radio him. Then again, maybe we shouldn't bother him, and he's already too far out to come all this way back for some lady."" Karl said to Aaron, still questioning why this lady would do something like this."
8873,"A Journey to Site C, a Jurassic Park RP (IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322340&start=25,2014-12-29T15:30:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Fiery Armageddon <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322340&amp;p=22950664#p22950664"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Toronina <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322340&amp;p=22947576#p22947576"">wrote</a>:</cite>Aaron looked over to Karl. He then saw the woman and ran over. He looked over at the book. ""Haven International, harvesting Dinosaur skin, the fuck is wrong with this lady."" He pulled out a pistol from it's holster and loaded it.</div></blockquote><br/>""Where the hell is James? He's going to want to see this too?"" Karl said quietly while looking around and noticed the sheet of paper left for him. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Hey Karl, I've left this walkie-talkie for you. If you want to contact me, or if I get in trouble, we could talk.</span>"", the note said. ""We missed him, but he left this for me, so maybe we should radio him. Then again, maybe we shouldn't bother him, and he's already too far out to come all this way back for some lady."" Karl said to Aaron, still questioning why this lady would do something like this.</div></blockquote><br/>Aaron kept his gun pointed at the lady. 'She's got some questions to answer.' He thought. ""Karl, make sure she's got no weapons on her, I don't want to get shot or stabbed."""
8874,"A Journey to Site C, a Jurassic Park RP (IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322340&start=25,2014-12-30T10:22:00,Fiery Armageddon,"<blockquote><div><cite>Toronina <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322340&amp;p=22954098#p22954098"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Fiery Armageddon <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322340&amp;p=22950664#p22950664"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Where the hell is James? He's going to want to see this too?"" Karl said quietly while looking around and noticed the sheet of paper left for him. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Hey Karl, I've left this walkie-talkie for you. If you want to contact me, or if I get in trouble, we could talk.</span>"", the note said. ""We missed him, but he left this for me, so maybe we should radio him. Then again, maybe we shouldn't bother him, and he's already too far out to come all this way back for some lady."" Karl said to Aaron, still questioning why this lady would do something like this.</div></blockquote><br/>Aaron kept his gun pointed at the lady. 'She's got some questions to answer.' He thought. ""Karl, make sure she's got no weapons on her, I don't want to get shot or stabbed.""</div></blockquote><br/>""But..Agh, fine then"" Karl said, not wanting to look like some sort of pervert. He edged toward the lady, and quietly, nudged a large bag filled with what was most likely her supplies bag, towards him. He dug through it, and found no weapons, just sustenance, a tent, medical equipment, flashlights, and more business flyers for some company called ""Haven International."" ""Okay, she doesn't have a weapon."" He whispered to Aaron, putting the bag back in place. ""Ok, let me wake her up."" He said to Aaron, getting ready to wake her up."
8875,"A Journey to Site C, a Jurassic Park RP (IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322340&start=25,2014-12-30T15:44:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Fiery Armageddon <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322340&amp;p=22962292#p22962292"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Toronina <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322340&amp;p=22954098#p22954098"">wrote</a>:</cite>Aaron kept his gun pointed at the lady. 'She's got some questions to answer.' He thought. ""Karl, make sure she's got no weapons on her, I don't want to get shot or stabbed.""</div></blockquote><br/>""But..Agh, fine then"" Karl said, not wanting to look like some sort of pervert. He edged toward the lady, and quietly, nudged a large bag filled with what was most likely her supplies bag, towards him. He dug through it, and found no weapons, just sustenance, a tent, medical equipment, flashlights, and more business flyers for some company called ""Haven International."" ""Okay, she doesn't have a weapon."" He whispered to Aaron, putting the bag back in place. ""Ok, let me wake her up."" He said to Aaron, getting ready to wake her up.</div></blockquote><br/>Aaron nodded, keeping his gun pointed at her."
8876,"A Journey to Site C, a Jurassic Park RP (IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322340&start=25,2014-12-30T16:57:00,Fiery Armageddon,"""Hey, who are you?!"" Karl said loudly to the sleeping woman under the tree, hoping to wake her up."
8877,"A Journey to Site C, a Jurassic Park RP (IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322340&start=25,2014-12-30T19:21:00,Hastiaka,"At the midst of night, she woke up. Only to see a gun pointed at her. Shocked and still sleepy, she shouted<span style=""font-style: italic"">''What the hell is wrong with you people!''</span>she stood up and looked at the man. It was a cold night. She didn't even know if it was night or day. She called her company yet to no avail, there was no signal. The Haven International satellite already orbited.<span style=""font-style: italic"">''Damn''</span>she went against the man and told him<span style=""font-style: italic"">''I am CEO Leanne Haven of Haven International. I am here to check if our scientists are right about how dinosaur skin or parts of it's body prolong the beauty of a person for at least 100 years.''</span>"
8878,"A Journey to Site C, a Jurassic Park RP (IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322340&start=25,2014-12-30T19:58:00,Fiery Armageddon,"<blockquote><div><cite>Hastiaka <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322340&amp;p=22968135#p22968135"">wrote</a>:</cite>At the midst of night, she woke up. Only to see a gun pointed at her. Shocked and still sleepy, she shouted <span style=""font-style: italic"">''What the hell is wrong with you people!''</span> she stood up and looked at the man. It was a cold night. She didn't even know if it was night or day. She called her company yet to no avail, there was no signal. The Haven International satellite already orbited. <span style=""font-style: italic"">''Damn''</span> she went against the man and told him <span style=""font-style: italic"">''I am CEO Leanne Haven of Haven International. I am here to check if our scientists are right about how dinosaur skin or parts of it's body prolong the beauty of a person for at least 100 years.''</span></div></blockquote><br/>""That's why were over here asking you questions instead of being on our way."" Karl asked bluntly and angrily. ""What is the purpose of harvesting the skins of the creatures that I, I mean, IGen made? You aren't even supposed to be on the premises without permission, and, no offence, but I don't believe the authorities would just let a multi-millionaire CEO of a cosmetics company stroll into a dinosaur infested area. Besides, why would you wish to harm these creatures, shouldn't we study them before we use them for commercial purposes?"" Karl asked."
8879,"A Journey to Site C, a Jurassic Park RP (IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322340&start=25,2014-12-30T20:01:00,Hastiaka,"<blockquote><div><cite>Fiery Armageddon <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322340&amp;p=22968548#p22968548"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Hastiaka <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322340&amp;p=22968135#p22968135"">wrote</a>:</cite>At the midst of night, she woke up. Only to see a gun pointed at her. Shocked and still sleepy, she shouted <span style=""font-style: italic"">''What the hell is wrong with you people!''</span> she stood up and looked at the man. It was a cold night. She didn't even know if it was night or day. She called her company yet to no avail, there was no signal. The Haven International satellite already orbited. <span style=""font-style: italic"">''Damn''</span> she went against the man and told him <span style=""font-style: italic"">''I am CEO Leanne Haven of Haven International. I am here to check if our scientists are right about how dinosaur skin or parts of it's body prolong the beauty of a person for at least 100 years.''</span></div></blockquote><br/>""That's why were over here asking you questions instead of being on our way."" Karl asked bluntly and angrily. ""What is the purpose of harvesting the skins of the creatures that I, I mean, IGen made? You aren't even supposed to be on the premises without permission, and, no offence, but I don't believe the authorities would just let a multi-millionaire CEO of a cosmetics company stroll into a dinosaur infested area. Besides, why would you wish to harm these creatures, shouldn't we study them before we use them for commercial purposes?"" Karl asked.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">''My father served with the UN Secretariat General during the Korean war. Don't you dare threaten me. Were' not only for cosmetics, but also for ship building, Aeronautics, space ventures and Armaments.'' </span>she looked upon Karl as she took her phone and sent a distress signal to home. Hoping for reinforcements."
8880,"A Journey to Site C, a Jurassic Park RP (IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322340&start=25,2014-12-30T20:06:00,Fiery Armageddon,"<blockquote><div><cite>Hastiaka <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322340&amp;p=22968585#p22968585"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Fiery Armageddon <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322340&amp;p=22968548#p22968548"">wrote</a>:</cite>""That's why were over here asking you questions instead of being on our way."" Karl asked bluntly and angrily. ""What is the purpose of harvesting the skins of the creatures that I, I mean, InGen made? You aren't even supposed to be on the premises without permission, and, no offence, but I don't believe the authorities would just let a multi-millionaire CEO of a cosmetics company stroll into a dinosaur infested area. Besides, why would you wish to harm these creatures, shouldn't we study them before we use them for commercial purposes?"" Karl asked.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">''My father served with the UN Secretariat General during the Korean war. Don't you dare threaten me. Were' not only for cosmetics, but also for ship building, Aeronautics, space ventures and Armaments.'' </span> she looked upon Karl as she took her phone and sent a distress signal to home. Hoping for reinforcements.</div></blockquote><br/>""I wasn't aiming for a threat, but a mere question if that was your interpretation, now, since you've made your points clear, I believe I should introduce myself, Madame. I am Dr. Karl Marcial, working at Scranton Philadelphia for research of these creatures, and this gentleman is Aaron Waters, working for another company of which I can not recall, and you are?"
8881,"A Journey to Site C, a Jurassic Park RP (IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322340&start=25,2014-12-30T20:14:00,Hastiaka,"<blockquote><div><cite>Fiery Armageddon <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322340&amp;p=22968629#p22968629"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Hastiaka <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322340&amp;p=22968585#p22968585"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">''My father served with the UN Secretariat General during the Korean war. Don't you dare threaten me. Were' not only for cosmetics, but also for ship building, Aeronautics, space ventures and Armaments.'' </span> she looked upon Karl as she took her phone and sent a distress signal to home. Hoping for reinforcements.</div></blockquote><br/>""I wasn't aiming for a threat, but a mere question if that was your interpretation, now, since you've made your points clear, I believe I should introduce myself, Madame. I am Dr. Karl Marcial, working at Scranton Philadelphia for research of these creatures, and this gentleman is Aaron Waters, working for another company of which I can not recall, and you are?</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">''As i said, I am Leanne Haven of Haven International. CEO of that company and COO of Interstellar Space Program initiated by our co-partner; Regala Industries''</span>She said.. As she walked and set up her high-tech tent which included computers and a sattelite. She also installed a mini-air conditioning system within the tent. The tent was 2 Meters tall and 7x7 meters wide. It was a large tent. Yet, due to the ingenuity of the Engineers at Haven International, they were able to put it in her supply bag. Moments later, a helicopter appeared and dropped more supplies.<span style=""font-style: italic"">''Let's see. A baton, more packs of food and water and a.. map?''</span>she waved her hand as she entered her Tent. Locking the tent with a zipper and locked it further by a interlocking door."
8882,"A Journey to Site C, a Jurassic Park RP (IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322340&start=25,2014-12-30T20:20:00,Fiery Armageddon,"<blockquote><div><cite>Hastiaka <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322340&amp;p=22968728#p22968728"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Fiery Armageddon <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322340&amp;p=22968629#p22968629"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I wasn't aiming for a threat, but a mere question if that was your interpretation, now, since you've made your points clear, I believe I should introduce myself, Madame. I am Dr. Karl Marcial, working at Scranton Philadelphia for research of these creatures, and this gentleman is Aaron Waters, working for another company of which I can not recall, and you are?</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">''As i said, I am Leanne Haven of Haven International. CEO of that company and COO of Interstellar Space Program initiated by our co-partner; Regala Industries''</span> She said.. As she walked and set up her high-tech tent which included computers and a sattelite. She also installed a mini-air conditioning system within the tent. The tent was 2 Meters tall and 7x7 meters wide. It was a large tent. Yet, due to the ingenuity of the Engineers at Haven International, they were able to put it in her supply bag. Moments later, a helicopter appeared and dropped more supplies. <span style=""font-style: italic"">''Let's see. A baton, more packs of food and water and a.. map?''</span> she waved her hand as she entered her Tent. Locking the tent with a zipper and locked it further by a interlocking door.</div></blockquote><br/>""Interesting, hope that business is going well."" Karl said. ""Well, are you looking to go deeper, or stay here, because Aaron and I decided to head to the Abandoned InGen facility. So, want to head with us?"" Karl asked."
8883,"A Journey to Site C, a Jurassic Park RP (IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322340&start=25,2014-12-30T20:28:00,Hastiaka,"<blockquote><div><cite>Fiery Armageddon <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322340&amp;p=22968825#p22968825"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Hastiaka <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322340&amp;p=22968728#p22968728"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">''As i said, I am Leanne Haven of Haven International. CEO of that company and COO of Interstellar Space Program initiated by our co-partner; Regala Industries''</span> She said.. As she walked and set up her high-tech tent which included computers and a sattelite. She also installed a mini-air conditioning system within the tent. The tent was 2 Meters tall and 7x7 meters wide. It was a large tent. Yet, due to the ingenuity of the Engineers at Haven International, they were able to put it in her supply bag. Moments later, a helicopter appeared and dropped more supplies. <span style=""font-style: italic"">''Let's see. A baton, more packs of food and water and a.. map?''</span> she waved her hand as she entered her Tent. Locking the tent with a zipper and locked it further by a interlocking door.</div></blockquote><br/>""Interesting, hope that business is going well."" Karl said. ""Well, are you looking to go deeper, or stay here, because Aaron and I decided to head to the Abandoned InGen facility. So, want to head with us?"" Karl asked.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Hearing the voice outside, she got out of her Tent and nodded. She packed up her tent and placed it in her gigantic bag. She would put it on a stroller too.<span style=""font-style: italic"">''What's in the InGen Facility anyway?''</span>she asked as she was packing up."
8884,"A Journey to Site C, a Jurassic Park RP (IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322340&start=25,2014-12-30T20:34:00,Fiery Armageddon,"<blockquote><div><cite>Hastiaka <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322340&amp;p=22968932#p22968932"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Fiery Armageddon <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322340&amp;p=22968825#p22968825"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Interesting, hope that business is going well."" Karl said. ""Well, are you looking to go deeper, or stay here, because Aaron and I decided to head to the Abandoned InGen facility. So, want to head with us?"" Karl asked.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Hearing the voice outside, she got out of her Tent and nodded. She packed up her tent and placed it in her gigantic bag. She would put it on a stroller too. <span style=""font-style: italic"">''What's in the InGen Facility anyway?''</span> she asked as she was packing up.</div></blockquote><br/>""Uh...Just, hopefully, some old documents of the place, and some equipment that could be useful while we're here on this island."" Karl said, looking for an answer that wouldn't divert into more questions of his intentions on the Isla Muerta."
8885,"A Journey to Site C, a Jurassic Park RP (IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322340&start=25,2014-12-31T01:46:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Fiery Armageddon <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322340&amp;p=22968629#p22968629"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Hastiaka <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322340&amp;p=22968585#p22968585"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">''My father served with the UN Secretariat General during the Korean war. Don't you dare threaten me. Were' not only for cosmetics, but also for ship building, Aeronautics, space ventures and Armaments.'' </span> she looked upon Karl as she took her phone and sent a distress signal to home. Hoping for reinforcements.</div></blockquote><br/>""I wasn't aiming for a threat, but a mere question if that was your interpretation, now, since you've made your points clear, I believe I should introduce myself, Madame. I am Dr. Karl Marcial, working at Scranton Philadelphia for research of these creatures, and this gentleman is Aaron Waters, working for another company of which I can not recall, and you are?</div></blockquote><br/>""I'm not from any company, I'm from CSIRO.""<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Hastiaka <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322340&amp;p=22968585#p22968585"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Fiery Armageddon <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322340&amp;p=22968548#p22968548"">wrote</a>:</cite>""That's why were over here asking you questions instead of being on our way."" Karl asked bluntly and angrily. ""What is the purpose of harvesting the skins of the creatures that I, I mean, IGen made? You aren't even supposed to be on the premises without permission, and, no offence, but I don't believe the authorities would just let a multi-millionaire CEO of a cosmetics company stroll into a dinosaur infested area. Besides, why would you wish to harm these creatures, shouldn't we study them before we use them for commercial purposes?"" Karl asked.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">''My father served with the UN Secretariat General during the Korean war. Don't you dare threaten me. Were' not only for cosmetics, but also for ship building, Aeronautics, space ventures and Armaments.'' </span> she looked upon Karl as she took her phone and sent a distress signal to home. Hoping for reinforcements.</div></blockquote>Aaron lowered the gun a bit. ""You do realise these reptiles aren't just big brutish creatures, they do have feeling."" He said to the lady. ""My orders are to start renovations of the old lab, CSIRO want's to make it our base here."""
8886,"A Journey to Site C, a Jurassic Park RP (IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322340&start=25,2015-01-01T21:17:00,North Viet Cong,"James Sterling walks through the thick jungle.<span style=""font-style: italic"">I didn't expect the jungle to be this thick.</span>A big branch wacks James in the face knocking him backward.<br/><br/>""Fuck! Stupid branch."" James got up and brushes himself off. As he's brushing himself off he hears a noise in the distance. He looks up. Nothing. He looks back down and keeps on brushing himself off. He hears another noise. It's closer.<br/><br/>""Who's there."" Nothing. ""I have a gun."" James grabs for his shotgun and pulls it out. He hears the noise in front of him. He see's a bush moving.<br/><br/>""Shit."" James starts to run and a Velociraptor comes out of the bush. Another Velociraptor pops up in front of James. James pulls the trigger and it hits the Velociraptors legs. The Velociraptor falls to the ground. Then it stumbles to get up and and limps back into the woods. James nears a big tree and climbs it. The other Velociraptor jumps to grab James, but misses. The Velociraptor hangs around for ten minutes then runs into the jungle. James, knowing how smart the Velociraptors are, calls for help. He pulls out his walkie-talkie and tries to contact Aaron.<br/><br/>""Hey Aaron. Karl. Anyone. I'm stuck in a tree about two miles north of you. There's an unknown number of Velociraptors below me and I need help. Please come."" James waits and hopes that one of them hears his cry for help."
8887,"A Journey to Site C, a Jurassic Park RP (IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322340&start=25,2015-01-02T03:54:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>North Viet Cong <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322340&amp;p=22992168#p22992168"">wrote</a>:</cite>James Sterling walks through the thick jungle. <span style=""font-style: italic"">I didn't expect the jungle to be this thick.</span> A big branch wacks James in the face knocking him backward.<br/><br/>""Fuck! Stupid branch."" James got up and brushes himself off. As he's brushing himself off he hears a noise in the distance. He looks up. Nothing. He looks back down and keeps on brushing himself off. He hears another noise. It's closer.<br/><br/>""Who's there."" Nothing. ""I have a gun."" James grabs for his shotgun and pulls it out. He hears the noise in front of him. He see's a bush moving.<br/><br/>""Shit."" James starts to run and a Velociraptor comes out of the bush. Another Velociraptor pops up in front of James. James pulls the trigger and it hits the Velociraptors legs. The Velociraptor falls to the ground. Then it stumbles to get up and and limps back into the woods. James nears a big tree and climbs it. The other Velociraptor jumps to grab James, but misses. The Velociraptor hangs around for ten minutes then runs into the jungle. James, knowing how smart the Velociraptors are, calls for help. He pulls out his walkie-talkie and tries to contact Aaron.<br/><br/>""Hey Aaron. Karl. Anyone. I'm stuck in a tree about two miles north of you. There's an unknown number of Velociraptors below me and I need help. Please come."" James waits and hopes that one of them hears his cry for help.</div></blockquote><br/>Aaron heard the voice from the Walkie Talkie. He picked it up. ""James, James is that you? I'll try to come find you, just try and describe the scenery around you, anything noticeable?"""
8888,"A Journey to Site C, a Jurassic Park RP (IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322340&start=25,2015-01-02T05:24:00,North Viet Cong,"<blockquote><div><cite>Toronina <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322340&amp;p=22994779#p22994779"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>North Viet Cong <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322340&amp;p=22992168#p22992168"">wrote</a>:</cite>James Sterling walks through the thick jungle. <span style=""font-style: italic"">I didn't expect the jungle to be this thick.</span> A big branch wacks James in the face knocking him backward.<br/><br/>""Fuck! Stupid branch."" James got up and brushes himself off. As he's brushing himself off he hears a noise in the distance. He looks up. Nothing. He looks back down and keeps on brushing himself off. He hears another noise. It's closer.<br/><br/>""Who's there."" Nothing. ""I have a gun."" James grabs for his shotgun and pulls it out. He hears the noise in front of him. He see's a bush moving.<br/><br/>""Shit."" James starts to run and a Velociraptor comes out of the bush. Another Velociraptor pops up in front of James. James pulls the trigger and it hits the Velociraptors legs. The Velociraptor falls to the ground. Then it stumbles to get up and and limps back into the woods. James nears a big tree and climbs it. The other Velociraptor jumps to grab James, but misses. The Velociraptor hangs around for ten minutes then runs into the jungle. James, knowing how smart the Velociraptors are, calls for help. He pulls out his walkie-talkie and tries to contact Aaron.<br/><br/>""Hey Aaron. Karl. Anyone. I'm stuck in a tree about two miles north of you. There's an unknown number of Velociraptors below me and I need help. Please come."" James waits and hopes that one of them hears his cry for help.</div></blockquote><br/>Aaron heard the voice from the Walkie Talkie. He picked it up. ""James, James is that you? I'll try to come find you, just try and describe the scenery around you, anything noticeable?""</div></blockquote><br/>""Well. It's all pretty much the same. There is a river to the south of me, about a half mile. The Ingen Facility is around two miles to the north-west."""
8889,"A Journey to Site C, a Jurassic Park RP (IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322340&start=25,2015-01-02T14:03:00,Fiery Armageddon,"""Damn, doesn't sound good, we should move, see if James needs anything."" Karl said to Aaron and Leanne. ""So, lets go, and Leanne, are you coming with us, or not? Make up your mind now, because I think we're going to start leaving soon, with or without you."" Karl asked Leanne urgently."
8890,"A Journey to Site C, a Jurassic Park RP (IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322340&start=25,2015-01-05T00:46:00,Toronina,"Aaron started walking off, hoping the other two would follow."
8891,"A Journey to Site C, a Jurassic Park RP (IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322340&start=25,2015-01-06T15:33:00,Fiery Armageddon,"""Well, nice to meet you, but we're leaving, hope you do well, if you do not come with us."" Karl said, noticing Aaron leaving. ""So, head for the sound of the Shotgun firing, or just head straight for the InGen Laboratory?"" Karl asked Aaron."
8892,"A Journey to Site C, a Jurassic Park RP (IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322340&start=25,2015-01-06T17:23:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Fiery Armageddon <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322340&amp;p=23048837#p23048837"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Well, nice to meet you, but we're leaving, hope you do well, if you do not come with us."" Karl said, noticing Aaron leaving. ""So, head for the sound of the Shotgun firing, or just head straight for the InGen Laboratory?"" Karl asked Aaron.</div></blockquote><br/>""We better find him, otherwise if he survives he'll be wanting revenge."" Aaron replied."
8893,"A Journey to Site C, a Jurassic Park RP (IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322340&start=50,2015-01-07T22:46:00,Fiery Armageddon,"<blockquote><div><cite>Toronina <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322340&amp;p=23050139#p23050139"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Fiery Armageddon <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322340&amp;p=23048837#p23048837"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Well, nice to meet you, but we're leaving, hope you do well, if you do not come with us."" Karl said, noticing Aaron leaving. ""So, head for the sound of the Shotgun firing, or just head straight for the InGen Laboratory?"" Karl asked Aaron.</div></blockquote><br/>""We better find him, otherwise if he survives he'll be wanting revenge."" Aaron replied.</div></blockquote><br/>""Ok then."" Karl said, taking his pistol out of its holster. He then had to swat some branches out of his way. ""This forest is dense, so remember, be wary, I don't want someone's death on my hands."" Karl said as he started to remember the original park and its incident. He shook it off. ""I hope he's close, I don't want to find out he went to the Dark Swamps, if so, he's just leading us to a death trap."" He said as he walked towards the sound of the shotgun firing."
8894,"A Journey to Site C, a Jurassic Park RP (IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322340&start=50,2015-01-08T21:19:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Fiery Armageddon <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322340&amp;p=23064385#p23064385"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Toronina <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322340&amp;p=23050139#p23050139"">wrote</a>:</cite>""We better find him, otherwise if he survives he'll be wanting revenge."" Aaron replied.</div></blockquote><br/>""Ok then."" Karl said, taking his pistol out of its holster. He then had to swat some branches out of his way. ""This forest is dense, so remember, be wary, I don't want someone's death on my hands."" Karl said as he started to remember the original park and its incident. He shook it off. ""I hope he's close, I don't want to find out he went to the Dark Swamps, if so, he's just leading us to a death trap."" He said as he walked towards the sound of the shotgun firing.</div></blockquote><br/>Aaron ran towards the gunshots. ""If he isn't in the area, he's as good as dead."""
8895,"A Journey to Site C, a Jurassic Park RP (IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322340&start=50,2015-01-11T12:09:00,North Viet Cong,"James looks around. He knows that Aaron and Karl will get there, but he doesn't want to wait. He knows that there could be an Allosaurus nearby interested in the commotion. James starts jumping from tree to tree. James slips, but grabs onto a branch before he falls to the ground. A Velociraptor runs up and jumps. The raptor grabs James's ankle.<br/><br/>""Oh Fuck."" screams James. The raptor hangs on. James violent shakes his foot around.The raptor falls to the ground bringing a piece of James's ankle and shoe down. James grabs his shotgun and shoots the raptor. BANG! BANG! The raptor falls....DEAD.<br/><br/>""Yes. In your face you fucking raptor."" James pulls himself up. He patches him self up and continues on to his destination, The InGen Facility."
8896,"A Journey to Site C, a Jurassic Park RP (IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322340&start=50,2015-01-11T15:14:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>North Viet Cong <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322340&amp;p=23102320#p23102320"">wrote</a>:</cite>James looks around. He knows that Aaron and Karl will get there, but he doesn't want to wait. He knows that there could be an Allosaurus nearby interested in the commotion. James starts jumping from tree to tree. James slips, but grabs onto a branch before he falls to the ground. A Velociraptor runs up and jumps. The raptor grabs James's ankle.<br/><br/>""Oh Fuck."" screams James. The raptor hangs on. James violent shakes his foot around.The raptor falls to the ground bringing a piece of James's ankle and shoe down. James grabs his shotgun and shoots the raptor. BANG! BANG! The raptor falls....DEAD.<br/><br/>""Yes. In your face you fucking raptor."" James pulls himself up. He patches him self up and continues on to his destination, The InGen Facility.</div></blockquote><br/>Aaron heard some noises up ahead. Thinking it might be James he sped up, soon finding a dead velociraptor. He picked up the walkie talkie. ""James, it's Aaron. Did you kill the velorciraptor?"""
8897,"A Journey to Site C, a Jurassic Park RP (IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322340&start=50,2015-01-15T23:48:00,North Viet Cong,"<blockquote><div><cite>Toronina <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322340&amp;p=23104353#p23104353"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>North Viet Cong <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322340&amp;p=23102320#p23102320"">wrote</a>:</cite>James looks around. He knows that Aaron and Karl will get there, but he doesn't want to wait. He knows that there could be an Allosaurus nearby interested in the commotion. James starts jumping from tree to tree. James slips, but grabs onto a branch before he falls to the ground. A Velociraptor runs up and jumps. The raptor grabs James's ankle.<br/><br/>""Oh Fuck."" screams James. The raptor hangs on. James violent shakes his foot around.The raptor falls to the ground bringing a piece of James's ankle and shoe down. James grabs his shotgun and shoots the raptor. BANG! BANG! The raptor falls....DEAD.<br/><br/>""Yes. In your face you fucking raptor."" James pulls himself up. He patches him self up and continues on to his destination, The InGen Facility.</div></blockquote><br/>Aaron heard some noises up ahead. Thinking it might be James he sped up, soon finding a dead velociraptor. He picked up the walkie talkie. ""James, it's Aaron. Did you kill the velorciraptor?""</div></blockquote><br/>James is limping through the woods. He stops. The pain is unbearable. He looks down at his ankle. The gauls are soaked in blood. James replaces the gauls and cleans the wound. James looks out and sees the InGen Facility. It's a couple of hundred of feet away. James was about to go when his walkie-talkie goes off.<br/><br/>""James, it's Aaron, Did you kill the Velociraptor?"" Aaron's voice comes over the radio. James looks down and grabs the radio, which fell on the ground. He fixes the signal and speaks.<br/><br/>""Hey Aaron. Yea I did kill the raptor. I'll be at the InGen Facility. Meet me there."" James puts the radio away and goes to the InGen Facility. He opens up one of the security doors and finds a small office looking room with computers. James closes the door and sets up a little camp to rest. He sits there and waits for Aaron."
8898,"A Journey to Site C, a Jurassic Park RP (IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322340&start=50,2015-01-17T03:53:00,Toronina,"Aaron turned to Karl and the other girl. ""He's at the InGen Building, we better hurry up."" He said to the two, speeding up and hoping they would follow him."
8899,"A Journey to Site C, a Jurassic Park RP (IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322340&start=50,2015-01-18T13:53:00,Carsodonia,"*he sits quiet looking out the window at the island, he checks his equipment and readies himself for the fast rope. He slides the door open and drops the rope down onto the beach as the heli hovers, he grips the rope hard but not to hards so he can slide down. He slodes down the rope out of the heli, one hitting the ground he advances up the beach m4 at the ready. The heli detaches the rope and takes off, and he checks his gear and his rifle and pistol, he puts on his boonie hat and glasses and starts to advance into the forest towards the InGen facility with a fast pace. As he goes into the forest he checks his sectors with hos rifle at the ready and set on single fire, he moves with the thickness of the forest in his camouflage, he drops his gun and lets it dangle on the sling as he sprays himself with odor killer(used for IRL hunting) he would then put it away ready his rifle again and continue to the facility. *"
8900,"A Journey to Site C, a Jurassic Park RP (IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322340&start=50,2015-01-25T23:06:00,North Viet Cong,"<blockquote><div><cite>Toronina <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322340&amp;p=23166835#p23166835"">wrote</a>:</cite>Aaron turned to Karl and the other girl. ""He's at the InGen Building, we better hurry up."" He said to the two, speeding up and hoping they would follow him.</div></blockquote><br/>James is leaning against a table breathing heavily. He is in severe pain. He grabs his radio. Before he can call Aaron he hears the distinctive growl of the Velociraptor.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Shit. This isn't good,</span>thinks James. Suddenly there is a loud bang against the door. The raptor is trying to get in.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Shit. Shit.</span>James sits there hearing the raptor repeatedly bang against the door. He grabs his shotgun and aims at the door. The banging suddenly stops. James quickly grabs his radio.<br/><br/>""Aaron. Aaron. Where are you you? You need to get here quickly. But, be careful there's a raptor outside the door. Remember I'm in the InGen Facility. The security door than I'm behind has a number 5 on it. Please come as fast as you can and help me. I'm bleeding and in pain. Please come here fast.""<br/><br/>James puts down the radio and waits for Aaron... or the raptor, whichever gets to him first."
8901,"A Journey to Site C, a Jurassic Park RP (IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322340&start=50,2015-01-29T21:33:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>North Viet Cong <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322340&amp;p=23273191#p23273191"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Toronina <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322340&amp;p=23166835#p23166835"">wrote</a>:</cite>Aaron turned to Karl and the other girl. ""He's at the InGen Building, we better hurry up."" He said to the two, speeding up and hoping they would follow him.</div></blockquote><br/>James is leaning against a table breathing heavily. He is in severe pain. He grabs his radio. Before he can call Aaron he hears the distinctive growl of the Velociraptor. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Shit. This isn't good,</span> thinks James. Suddenly there is a loud bang against the door. The raptor is trying to get in. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Shit. Shit.</span> James sits there hearing the raptor repeatedly bang against the door. He grabs his shotgun and aims at the door. The banging suddenly stops. James quickly grabs his radio.<br/><br/>""Aaron. Aaron. Where are you you? You need to get here quickly. But, be careful there's a raptor outside the door. Remember I'm in the InGen Facility. The security door than I'm behind has a number 5 on it. Please come as fast as you can and help me. I'm bleeding and in pain. Please come here fast.""<br/><br/>James puts down the radio and waits for Aaron... or the raptor, whichever gets to him first.</div></blockquote><br/>Aaron turned to the rest. ""You'd better run fast, because I plan to."" He said, running as fast as he can. ""James, if you can hear me, if the bloody raptor tries getting in blow it's bloody head off, I'll get there soon as I can."" He said, running as fast a he could"
8902,Murder 101 (IC-A Dangan Ronpa Rp-OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322341,2014-12-02T18:43:00,Joshulia,"<div align=""Center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/EVxKmvf.gif""/><br/><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Welcome!</span></span></span><br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322059"" rel=""nofollow"">OOC</a></div><br/><br/>Hope's Peak Private Academy is an exclusive, international, and government sanctioned school that only accepts the literal greatest high school students in their respective fields of expertise. That expertise can be nearly anything, so long as it actually benifits someone somehow. Its stated goal is to raise the future “hope” of the nation, that nation being Japan, the school's host, and for that reason, it became known as “The Academy of Hope”. Due to the school's production of extremely successful students, it has become the envy of average and above average students and teachers world wide. There are two requirements to becoming a Hope's Peak student: One must be currently enrolled in a high school and one must be at the literal peak of their field of expertise.<br/><br/>Now, that's the school, nice place actually, great fooseball team, but I could care less about all that hope. Let's get to the despair!<br/><br/>Now here's the deal, once again, I get that you won't kill anyone on your own free will, probably, and I respect that, I really do, but that's boring as shit so I'll add some incentive. The only way to graduate from this hell hole is to kill one of your classmates and get away with it.<br/><br/>I phrased that very carefully as to bring attention to my next point: if you get away with it. Once the others find your dirty little scene of killing they are gonna start looking for clues and the next day we'll hold a trial where everyone'sa defendant and nobody walks away happy. Yours truly will precede over said judgement and you'll try to figure out who done it.<br/><br/>If you pick right I'll execute them on the spot with a hilarious contraption that could only spawn from my hellbent mind. But, if you pick wrong, the murderer goes free and I kill all of you! Oh, and if there aren't any murders every three days I'll provide some incentive/blackmail or whatever I have on hand.<br/><br/>By the way, don't trust the quiet ones.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""The Mechanics""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Mechanics</span></span><br/>Basically here's how this is going to go down; you'll all use your normal nations' accounts and do IC things, talk, make friends, rivals, that sort of thing. Then when a murder is proposed, it will be done as so: you send a telegram to the puppet nation Alegoria, then the operator of that nation, the password will be given to an already dead party, will reply in kind, stating whether or not the proposed murder is possible. When requesting a murder you must include the place in which it took place, the murderee, and the murder weapon, but remember, once submitted and if the murder is dubbed failing, a telegram will be sent to the murderee and they will choose either to kill you or simply turn you into the group. But, if the murder is judged doable and plausible of happening, a telegram will be sent to the murdered party, they will seperate themselves from their conversations in the most unassuming manner they can and Alegoria will describe their murder within the IC and anyone can stumble upon the murder.<br/><br/>Once dead, you are dead, there's no coming back unless we're working with flashbacks.</div></div></div><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">What in the ever living hell just happened........</span><br/><br/>Alexander's eyes shot open, their pupils quickly dilating to compensate for the darkness that shrouded the room he was in, a classroom by the look of it. Shelves of books lined the walls, their constant line only broken every so often by a needed appliance, teacher's board and desk, the the pair of sliding doors at either end of the room, and a low desk that was pushed against the left wall.<br/><br/>The seventeen year old quickly sat up from his prime position on the floor between two desks, his hand flying to his face to run either quickly closed eye simultaneously. When opened again, he was treated with the exact same situation, dark classroom and an thumping headache. Alexander picked himself up, struggling to remeber what had happened to him as he stood.<br/><br/>All that he could draw from his limited memory banks was hazig thought of stepping a foot into the threshold of the school building before the very same haze that now haunted him took affect.<br/><br/>Inconsequential and irrelevant, it was quickly discarded as unreliable as the would-be student began walking towards the closest door. Alexander quickly dragged it across it's frame, revealing a rather long corridor, as well as the strangely tinted purple lights that lined the ceiling, all of which led to a larger pair of double towards at the very end of the hall.<br/><br/>Logically, the psychologist walked down the hall and threw the doors open loudly, revealing but a cafeteria. A simple, large, and normally lighted cafeteria that spirted doors not unlike his own around its circumference. Within that circumference, lines of ten, parallel, tables were arranged, all sporting a metalic gray coloring and circular seats. This, rather dull, appearence was contrasted by the room's bright oranges and yellows the high ceiling, floors, and walls sported.<br/><br/>Alexander's eyes, despite his body unmoving from its position in front of the door, were drawn to a large, hastily assembled, stage that sat proudly amidst the center of several displaced tables.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Well this can't be good.</span>"
8903,Murder 101 (IC-A Dangan Ronpa Rp-OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322341,2014-12-02T20:25:00,Jainun,"<span style=""font-style: italic"">Splitting headache, shaky limbs, what is this a hangover?</span><br/><br/>Firenze's eyes flutter open, no real point considering it's as dark as his father's eyes. He shudders at the thought. Sitting up a little shakily, his eyes adjusting to the darkness so that he can at least make out that he's in a classroom of sorts.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Why the hell am I here</span><br/><br/>He searches his shallow memory for any clue as to why he's here.<br/><br/>Nothing.<br/><br/>He stands up and makes his way to what seems like a door. He opens it up and peers outside with narrowed eyes. It's just a hallway. He steps out in the open, reaching into a concealed pocket in his jacket, but his knife isn't there. Creeping slowly in the hallways, he reaches a few turns and makes a left then a right. The hallway ends in a closed door. Sneaking up a bit quicker now, he reaches the door and begins to open the door slowly<br/><br/>BANG<br/><br/>He quickly jumps back in a fit of terror and opens the door again. Seeing it was only some idiot at the other end of the room who thought it was genius to slam open the doors, he relaxed. Instinctively he reaches into his jacket again and realizing once more his knifes not there. He straightens himself up and opens the door and confidently strolls out into the room which he now notices is a cafeteria. He looks at the guy at the other side<br/><br/>""Oi what are you trying to do? Wake the cazzo morto?"""
8904,Murder 101 (IC-A Dangan Ronpa Rp-OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322341,2014-12-02T20:40:00,Aona,"<span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">You're up, MacDonald.</span></span></span></span><br/><br/>The small body laid across a windowsill, sprawled, but comfortable. The displeasurable inception to this sleep had long since passed for the body, which belonged to an equally small, usually perky, unusually spry teenage girl. She had a knack for getting comfortable in otherwise hard places; a symptom of her dedication to her profession.<br/><br/>This was the Ultimate Gymnast, and her eyes fluttered open gently, as the ominous silence filled her eardrums. For a moment, her head spun. For yet another, she lay frozen, attempting to remember why exactly she was here.<br/><br/>Wasn't this the Academy? Why was she alone? Where was everyone?<br/><br/>Eventually, she scrambled up, the oxygen and natural agility returning to her (slightly aching) muscles. She surveyed her surroundings. There wasn't really much to see, so she made for the door, only slightly ajar...<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Mild to Moderate Head Trauma.</span></span></span></span><br/><br/>The Ultimate Doctor diagnosed, to himself. Of course, he made the decision almost immediately following his awakening, but that would be such a dull time to announce it to himself. Instead, he did it as he went over his vitals, which he did as he strode towards the exit to this classroom. Oh sure, there were variables inside the classroom, but nothing of key importance.<br/><br/>As he exited the room, and into a poorly lit hallway (his vitals already complete), he almost collided with a short, athletic girl. She yelped in surprise, whereas he simply said his favorite words.<br/><br/>""Fucking Christ, watch where you're going!"" Spencer said.<br/><br/>The girl blushed madly, and laughed nervously. ""Oh...oh my gosh..um. I'm..I'm sorry."" she said, timidly. Looking up at him, her eyes only darted briefly around the hallway. ""I woke up inside a classr--""<br/><br/>""Yeah, yeah, me too. Some fucked-up joke, or something. Current evidence is inconclusive. Not that I would know anything about that."" He said, waving his hand dismissively. His eyes returned to her. ""You, however...""<br/><br/>He looked her up and down. ""Well defined muscles in the legs, athletic arms. Eyes and teeth appear to have no unformalities. Not cadio, no..no...."" he<span style=""font-style: italic"">tsked</span>, before snapping his fingers. ""Gymnast?""<br/><br/>Binx, flustered, nodded. ""I..um..yeah..My name's Binx.."" she trailed off. Clearly this guy wasn't looking for conversation. ""So..do you know where we need to go?""<br/><br/>The boy pointed quickly towards the cafeteria doors. ""Examine other variables, sure. Try to keep up, ballerina.""<br/><br/>Through the cafeteria door, Binx followed Spencer quietly. She felt stupid, but this guy seemed to know his stuff, so she saw no other option. Spencer, on the other hand, clapped and chuckled dryly upon seeing another boy surveying the room just as he was to do.<br/><br/>""Oh lovely, another few souls to join us in our party of fucked-up-the-ass mystery hour!"" He looked over one of the boys, scratching his head, before snapping his finger. ""Field of expertise....let's see. Glasses indicate poor eyesight, linking to.."" he mumbled slightly. ""A slight slouch, unkempt hair, Those clothes, good<span style=""font-style: italic"">god.</span>"" He shook his head solemnly. ""A master of the mind? Am I right? Ah, shit, of course I'm right."" He waved (dryly, yet again). ""Spencer Ruiz-Abbott,"" He jutted a thumb behind him. ""That's Blinks.""<br/><br/>""Binx, thanks."" she grumbled, rolling her eyes, before smiling slightly and waving at the newcomer. ""And yeah, in the past 20 seconds I've known him, he's been this much of an asshole.""<br/><br/>The Doctor cracked a wry smile, and shrugged. ""I'm a professional."""
8905,Murder 101 (IC-A Dangan Ronpa Rp-OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322341,2014-12-02T21:08:00,Joshulia,"""Hm, I'm not exaclty sure what that means."" Alexander replied quickly, to the newcomer, quickly giving his unkempt appearence a once over before ing back into his usual face of little emotion. ""But I suppose it's a welcome as good as any, here.""<br/><br/>The former student then turned his sights on the pair that had approached him, one seemingly tolerable by normal standards and the other......not as much. He ranked his hand through his hair and rmobed his glasses before continuing.<br/><br/>""And your manner suggests a mixture of arrogance and intellectualism, both tropes of those entering the medical field."" The Psychologist, now aligned shoulder to shoulder with the other boy, not the one being spoken to, faced the gymnast and supposed doctor. ""Now, was it your mother or father walking out that prompted this profession choice?"" He replaced the spectacles back upon his face once he'd spoken his piece, half intrested eyes sparkling with with the curiosity of the situation."
8906,Murder 101 (IC-A Dangan Ronpa Rp-OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322341,2014-12-02T21:24:00,Jainun,"""It means facking dead you quack"" Firenze looks at the two entering the cafeteria and sees the girl. Unsurprisingly he's interested in her immediately and steps over to her side<br/><br/>""So you're Binx right? That's a pretty original name"" he laughs ""Then again my name is Florence in Italian so I can't joke about that""<br/><br/>He studies her quickly, shorter than most and a seemingly athletic body, he was able to guess her profession<br/><br/>""You're the Ultimate Gymnast, am I right?"" He smiles to himself, he knows he's right ""Say, have any clue as to why we'd be here? Sure a girl of your immaculate caliber must catch the eye of some people, but this is ridiculous"" Hopefully his smooth talking still works, if he didn't have that he was nothing, time to figure out what's happening here"
8907,Murder 101 (IC-A Dangan Ronpa Rp-OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322341,2014-12-02T21:37:00,Republic of Hasgriu,"""Oww...where the heck am I?"", Takagi moaned as he woke up. He looked around and found himself curled up on the table of a cafeteria or canteen. Several others were already up and walking around. He slid off the table and approached one of them, a brown-haired boy with a ponytail who was talking to two other people.<br/><br/>Suddenly, he felt his knees buckle, and his limbs turned to jelly, causing him to collapse on the ground in a heap. He cried out as he landed on the floor. He lay there for a while before calling out, ""Uh...a little help here, please?"""
8908,Murder 101 (IC-A Dangan Ronpa Rp-OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322341,2014-12-02T22:20:00,Aona,"<blockquote><div><cite>Joshulia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322341&amp;p=22658425#p22658425"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Hm, I'm not exaclty sure what that means."" Alexander replied quickly, to the newcomer, quickly giving his unkempt appearence a once over before ing back into his usual face of little emotion. ""But I suppose it's a welcome as good as any, here.""<br/><br/>The former student then turned his sights on the pair that had approached him, one seemingly tolerable by normal standards and the other......not as much. He ranked his hand through his hair and rmobed his glasses before continuing.<br/><br/>""And your manner suggests a mixture of arrogance and intellectualism, both tropes of those entering the medical field."" The Psychologist, now aligned shoulder to shoulder with the other boy, not the one being spoken to, faced the gymnast and supposed doctor. ""Now, was it your mother or father walking out that prompted this profession choice?"" He replaced the spectacles back upon his face once he'd spoken his piece, half intrested eyes sparkling with with the curiosity of the situation.</div></blockquote><br/>""Neither."" Spencer nodded sarcastically. ""In fact, they're more of pricks than I am. Ooh, is this the part where we talk about fucking one of them?"" He asked, the false eagerness dripping from his voice.<br/><br/>Binx smiled, and laughed a little. ""Yeah...that's me! And I'm glad you think I'm so smart, I guess..! I don't know why we're here, though.""<br/><br/>Hearing the gymnast comment, she brightened. ""Yeah! What are you?"""
8909,Murder 101 (IC-A Dangan Ronpa Rp-OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322341,2014-12-02T22:30:00,Joshulia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Aona <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322341&amp;p=22658892#p22658892"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Joshulia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322341&amp;p=22658425#p22658425"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Hm, I'm not exaclty sure what that means."" Alexander replied quickly, to the newcomer, quickly giving his unkempt appearence a once over before ing back into his usual face of little emotion. ""But I suppose it's a welcome as good as any, here.""<br/><br/>The former student then turned his sights on the pair that had approached him, one seemingly tolerable by normal standards and the other......not as much. He ranked his hand through his hair and rmobed his glasses before continuing.<br/><br/>""And your manner suggests a mixture of arrogance and intellectualism, both tropes of those entering the medical field."" The Psychologist, now aligned shoulder to shoulder with the other boy, not the one being spoken to, faced the gymnast and supposed doctor. ""Now, was it your mother or father walking out that prompted this profession choice?"" He replaced the spectacles back upon his face once he'd spoken his piece, half intrested eyes sparkling with with the curiosity of the situation.</div></blockquote><br/>""Neither."" Spencer nodded sarcastically. ""In fact, they're more of pricks than I am. Ooh, is this the part where we talk about fucking one of them?"" He asked, the false eagerness dripping from his voice.<br/><br/>Binx smiled, and laughed a little. ""Yeah...that's me! And I'm glad you think I'm so smart, I guess..! I don't know why we're here, though.""<br/><br/>Hearing the gymnast comment, she brightened. ""Yeah! What are you?""</div></blockquote><br/>""Only within your subconscious,"" Alexander replied quickly, eyes still at half mast as he spoke with a disdainful tone in his voice, ""And hello, to the both of you, I'm Alexander Lancaster.""<br/>Normally the introduction would be followed by a handshake or a slight smile, now it was merely uttered as he gazed abou the room, hoping for something farmiar to catch his eye.<br/><br/>""Woah.......what the hell."" Aisha muttered in amazement as she stepped from the shadows of her doorway. Her eyes were round with suprise as she took notice of the other people in the room.....namely the one who seemed to by on the floor crying out for help.<br/><br/>""Uh, you, need something, guy?"" She asked quizzically as she approached, and squared down to the other student's level."
8910,Murder 101 (IC-A Dangan Ronpa Rp-OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322341,2014-12-03T07:50:00,Jainun,"<blockquote><div><cite>Aona <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322341&amp;p=22658892#p22658892"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Joshulia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322341&amp;p=22658425#p22658425"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Hm, I'm not exaclty sure what that means."" Alexander replied quickly, to the newcomer, quickly giving his unkempt appearence a once over before ing back into his usual face of little emotion. ""But I suppose it's a welcome as good as any, here.""<br/><br/>The former student then turned his sights on the pair that had approached him, one seemingly tolerable by normal standards and the other......not as much. He ranked his hand through his hair and rmobed his glasses before continuing.<br/><br/>""And your manner suggests a mixture of arrogance and intellectualism, both tropes of those entering the medical field."" The Psychologist, now aligned shoulder to shoulder with the other boy, not the one being spoken to, faced the gymnast and supposed doctor. ""Now, was it your mother or father walking out that prompted this profession choice?"" He replaced the spectacles back upon his face once he'd spoken his piece, half intrested eyes sparkling with with the curiosity of the situation.</div></blockquote><br/>""Neither."" Spencer nodded sarcastically. ""In fact, they're more of pricks than I am. Ooh, is this the part where we talk about fucking one of them?"" He asked, the false eagerness dripping from his voice.<br/><br/>Binx smiled, and laughed a little. ""Yeah...that's me! And I'm glad you think I'm so smart, I guess..! I don't know why we're here, though.""<br/><br/>Hearing the gymnast comment, she brightened. ""Yeah! What are you?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Me? Oh I'm Firenze de Medici the Ultimate Orator. Meaning I can be very persuasive with others. Got me in a bit of trouble when I convinced a valet at a Ritz hotel that I was the son of the man who owned a Ferrari Enzo""<br/><br/>He adjusts his jacket and smiles<br/><br/>""I could lie to a Lie Detector and get away with it every time. I've heard about you, the favorite to win gold in gymnastics in 2016 right? But why would you be going to a school instead of training or something""<br/><br/>Firenze looked around, a little startled by the environment he's in.<br/><br/>""In fact I can't remember anything before now except the end of my Freshman year at Branson and then""<br/><br/>He frowns in concentration<br/><br/>""Nothing"""
8911,Murder 101 (IC-A Dangan Ronpa Rp-OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322341,2014-12-03T13:12:00,Nekronia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Jacob Brookes</span></span><br/>The well-dressed businessman rubbed his eyes as he awoke, before realizing he had no idea where he was and that it was quite dark. Jake immediately presumed, due to his lack of memory, that he had been kidnapped and was about to be ransomed or tortured. Jake scrambled to his feet and looked around for a good weapon, to no avail. He frowned and noticed all the other uncomfortable people running around, and presumed that they were fellow victims. Noting this, he adjusted his persona to be mildly frightened and put on a weak smile to pair his politeness with agitation. He walked out to meet the others, but on his way he noticed two things as he walked by the glass of a door: He remembered that he was entering the school just before his memory went blank, and that he was visibly older since then. Strange.<br/><br/>Jacob kept this in mind as he arrived in the cafeteria, with most of his peers being relatively chummy for such an unknown situation. They were all discussing which type of Ultimate student they all were, which would explain the egos of some of them. The one playing profiler was certainly a psychologist of some sort and to be taken with care as there was a very high chance of him seeing through the charade. The others didn't seem to be too much of a threat at the moment, aside from perhaps the orator. He considered staying out of sight of Alexander, but that would make it apparent that he was not to be trusted. In any case he maintained his persona and bowed slightly before the group, since everyone else was doing introductions. ""Hello, everyone. I am Mister Jacob Brookes, at your service. I am probably 'The Ultimate Businessman', as that is what I signed up for this program as.""<br/><br/>Jake walked over to Aisha and Tagaki, as the latter seemed to have something wrong with him. He kneeled down next to the two and held out a hand comfortingly to help him up. ""Are you alright, sir? ...I take it that everyone else here is similarly unaware of our circumstances?"""
8912,Murder 101 (IC-A Dangan Ronpa Rp-OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322341,2014-12-03T13:50:00,Lunas Legion,"""Urgh..."" Ashley groaned as she sat up-<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Bonk.</span><br/><br/>Only to immediately lie back down again as her eyes flickered over, revealing that she'd banged her head on a table, which she was under for some reason. Had she blown something up and needed to take cover? That would explain her headache and why she was under a table, at least, but wouldn't explain why the table was upright. She shrugged. She didn't really care that she couldn't exactly remember how she got here; because it didn't matter. She glanced down over herself; usual hoodie, skirt, socks, black leather goods, everything was as usual except being under a table.<br/><br/>She slithered out from under the table, glancing around her surroundings. The classroom was empty, but her paranoia was tingling. Something was off.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Very</span>off. She stood, glancing around warily to ensure she wasn't suddenly ambushed by... Well, she was expecting anything from zombies to aliens to the goddamned Illuminati at this point.<br/><br/>Satisfied she wasn't about to be ambushed by alien zombie Illuminati cultists, Ashley took stock of everything in the room as it might come in handy later for any of her... Contraptions, before walking out the open door into the corridor. Glancing along it's length to make sure she was alone, she stepped out into it and noted the pair of open doors at the other end of the hall.<br/><br/>She ducked back inside the doorway as voices echoed down the corridor, waiting for a few seconds. Satisfied they seemed to be stationary and presumably in the room at the end of the hall, she paused.<br/><br/>For all she knew, they could be the people who dragged her here. Or they could have been dragged here themselves, and be discussing what the actual fuck had happened. But as it was always better to go with the worst case scenario, she presumed the former. However, if it was the former, she doubted they'd leave her in an unlocked classroom under a table; no one was that stupid.<br/><br/>She stepped out into the corridor, did her best to put a calm face on, and walked into the room at the end of the hallway."
8913,Murder 101 (IC-A Dangan Ronpa Rp-OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322341,2014-12-03T15:20:00,Lavan Tiri,"<span style=""font-style: italic"">Motherfucker.</span><br/><br/><br/>That, friends, Romans, Josh, was Akio. Aki for short. Ultimate Surfer, megalomaniac, all-around asshole. He was also *this* close to drowning.<br/><br/>Aki jerked his head up, normally black hair yellow from being covered in<br/><br/>""Cheese? Really?""<br/><br/>Yep. No question about it, Aki'd fallen asleep and landed face-first in a pot of macaroni and cheese. This pissed him off, quite obviously, since he stormed from the room swearing in every language he knew, waving his arms about and such. He opened the door from the kitchen………<br/><br/>And, wonder of wonders, was in the cafeteria. There was a bunch of assholes………erm………<span style=""font-style: italic"">kids</span>. Each seemed to be discussing what Ultimate they were, and because he was Aki, the Surfer wanted in.<br/><br/>And so, he strode to the middle of the group, pushing the others aside, and said loudly ""I AM THE ULTIMATE SURFER! BOW BEFORE ME……… or something. This is fucked up."""
8914,Murder 101 (IC-A Dangan Ronpa Rp-OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322341,2014-12-03T18:52:00,Vesperis,"There was a moment of absolute confusion as Lavender awoke on the floor of a classroom. Her eyes blinked open, not at all used to the darkness pressing against her from all sides. A concious breath of air filled her lungs, immediately accompanied by a dull soreness. Her head was unclear in a very much unfamiliar way. Many times she had felt similarly in nature's embrace, usually induced by plants of various names. This was not one of those times. She was laying on cold, hard, manmade ground. She certainly wouldn't have fallen asleep there.<br/><br/>As she sat up, looking around for someone to explain this all to her, she found no one. Instead she was met by the same pressing darkness from all sides. As her eyes slowly adjusted, she found herself surrounded by desks and books. After a few moments pondering and getting used to the idea of being in such a strange environment, she figured she must be in a room for schooling of sorts. The kind that her parents showed her in books when describing Hope's Peak Academy. Much smaller than the ones she presented in during university tours.<br/><br/>There had to be a way in to the light. She went outside, finding a hallway with a particularily bright light and noise coming from one end. Her feet took her that way, knowing that there was better than where she was. As she opened the door, it revealed chaos in the form of other people she assumed to be her own age chatting and bickering. All of them looked very confused. Many wondered loudly why they were there. Nobody seemed to know. Others wondered who eachother were, and many of them were more than ready to teach that information. In fact, two of them were in the thick of it, seeming to have a useless spite for eachother. She walked up, her bare feed padding across the linoleum until she faced the both of them with a kind smile.<br/><br/>""Brothers of this earth, why do you talk in such a way?"" She said in an airy, light voice. ""We're all in a bit of a situation here, we shouldn't speak in that way so quickly."" She stood and looked at the two of them pleasantly."
8915,Murder 101 (IC-A Dangan Ronpa Rp-OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322341,2014-12-03T21:17:00,Achidyemay,"Leons body had naturally moved into a position where his hands were cradling his head and his one knee was bent, putting him in a half-humping position. Of course, this didn't work well with the position he was in and gravity just loves to be a bitch. He fell about a meter onto the cold tile. Leon snapped awake and muttered a few choice curses before resting his, surely bruised, forehead on the floor, letting the cold numb away the pain. After a few minutes of a dazed, semi-sleep thought argument with himself, his active side won. Mostly because the grit on the tile and the cold was making his skin crawl. Standing up carefully, he put his hands out in front of him. There was absolutely no light source, because if there was he could have adjusted his eyes to it by now. Instead his hands guided him to whatever shelf he had fallen off of, his hands spreading out, petting the counter. His hands hit a glass edge and he followed it down into a cool, dry bowl. His hands confirmed that it was a sink when he pulled his hands up and the banged sharply on the metal faucet. He was just beating himself up. Hands moving forward, he pressed into the cold, hard glass. You know a lot of the things in a bathroom are cold and hard. This was Leon's thought process as he felt his way around the bathroom, his hand hit a button and the drying machine whirred annoyingly and obnoxiously to life. In a final huff, his hands finally grasped the door handle and he pulled it open, practically racing down the hall towards the dim light at the end, turning off into a small lobby type area and then through some doors.<br/><br/>He stood with a raised eyebrow at the small assembly of people, and the one covered in cheese. Naturally he was drawn to the person talking about cars, at the mere mention his ears perked up like an animal's. Waiting for the guy to finish his clouded thought process while he caught his breath from the running, Leon finally responded.<br/><br/>""Yeah the memory thing is a bit..."" He searched for a word, suddenly realizing he had no idea how he had come to be in the bathroom.<br/>""Strange."" He finally admitted. ""So, anyway, you got to drive an Enzo? Man, I'm jealous, I've driven a couple Ferrari's before, sweet rides. How'd she drive? Wait, don't answer that, it's a stupid question."" He said laughing lightheartedly at his own joke.<br/><br/>You see, Leon is a man who's got his priorities straight: cars first, ask meaningful questions later.<br/><hr/><br/><br/>What most people fail to realize about not waking up in your bed, especially when you have no recollection of going to sleep, is that it is really scary. It's even more scary when you aren't surrounded by anything. The other students had hit themselves on benches and sinks, but Jeremy wasn't so lucky. Standing up slowly, he waved his hands about frantically, looking for something material. His only memory of this place had been made seconds ago when his hands touched the dirty floor, it had felt like plastic. His eyes adjusted to the only light source, a mostly obscured red light.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Oh God!</span>He thought.<span style=""font-style: italic"">I'm in Hell.</span>He searched around for anything, but through the red-tinged gloom he could see nothing. His palms became sweaty in anticipation of God-knows-what and his breathing and heart rate increased. Deciding that it would probably be best to not remain here in the pressing darkness, he shuffled slowly towards the red light. After a few steps he remembered his phone had a light on it. He reached into his pocket for where it should be and his hand came up empty. Now he was suddenly more worried, if he lost his phone how was he supposed to call his parents? In a fervor, he gave himself a vigorous pat-down, slowly losing his mind. He let out a low moan, he was doomed. Resuming his shuffle, but a little faster now, he rounded a small corner and came suddenly face to face with the source of the red light, it was an exit sign. He breathed a sigh of relief and mentally chastised himself for reacting so stupidly.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Hell, really!?</span><br/><br/>He tried pushing on the doors, but they remained solidly in place and there was no handle! No, wait there was a push bar.<span style=""font-style: italic"">So stupid.</span>Finally being released he entered an even darker reception area or something, either way, he couldn't see the walls on either side, walking forward with his hands outstretched, he finally found a wall. Remembering something about maze runners keeping their right hands against the wall, and how they would eventually find a way out. Well, that sounded like a plan.<br/>He shuffled forward slowly, into the darkness."
8916,Murder 101 (IC-A Dangan Ronpa Rp-OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322341,2014-12-03T22:26:00,Complectuss,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bo</span><br/><br/>Bo had been awake for a short few minutes, but after finding her way out of the dark and into the cafeteria, she'd sat down against the wall. She hadn't much cared to get up because she knew she'd be able to handle whatever was going on. Of course, when others rustled around and spoke, she sat quietly, listening to the happenings. She still didn't get up, though. She liked listening, and looked like she was asleep anyways. The two guys arguing were pretty close to her, and they were actually really funny from the outer perspective. She watched them argue, soon seeing a very... earthy-looking girl approach them. She wore no shoes.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">'Brothers of this earth, why do you talk in such a way?'</span>she heard. With a shocked and annoyed expression, she pushed off the floor and stepped up behind the arguing boys.<br/><br/>""Okay, what the fuck is with flower child, here?"" she interrupted loudly."
8917,Murder 101 (IC-A Dangan Ronpa Rp-OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322341,2014-12-03T22:52:00,Republic of Hasgriu,"<blockquote><div><cite>Joshulia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322341&amp;p=22658938#p22658938"">wrote</a>:</cite>.<br/>""Woah.......what the hell."" Aisha muttered in amazement as she stepped from the shadows of her doorway. Her eyes were round with suprise as she took notice of the other people in the room.....namely the one who seemed to by on the floor crying out for help.<br/><br/>""Uh, you, need something, guy?"" She asked quizzically as she approached, and squared down to the other student's level.</div></blockquote><br/>Takagi lifted his head slightly to look at the person in front of him. From his swirly, nauseous vision, he could make out a girl, with a bandage on her nose, who appeared rather fearsome and strong, who asked if he needed anything. Takagi responded gratefully, ""Uh...yeah, I can't get up. Unconsciousness is not the same as sleep or resting, so I imagine that my body is not in good shape. Why were we even unconscious anyway?"" Takagi normally wouldn't talk to her, but since he really had no choice, and they were all victims of being unconscious, he had to do so anyway."
8918,Murder 101 (IC-A Dangan Ronpa Rp-OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322341,2014-12-04T07:30:00,Jainun,"<blockquote><div><cite>Achidyemay <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322341&amp;p=22669631#p22669631"">wrote</a>:</cite>Leons body had naturally moved into a position where his hands were cradling his head and his one knee was bent, putting him in a half-humping position. Of course, this didn't work well with the position he was in and gravity just loves to be a bitch. He fell about a meter onto the cold tile. Leon snapped awake and muttered a few choice curses before resting his, surely bruised, forehead on the floor, letting the cold numb away the pain. After a few minutes of a dazed, semi-sleep thought argument with himself, his active side won. Mostly because the grit on the tile and the cold was making his skin crawl. Standing up carefully, he put his hands out in front of him. There was absolutely no light source, because if there was he could have adjusted his eyes to it by now. Instead his hands guided him to whatever shelf he had fallen off of, his hands spreading out, petting the counter. His hands hit a glass edge and he followed it down into a cool, dry bowl. His hands confirmed that it was a sink when he pulled his hands up and the banged sharply on the metal faucet. He was just beating himself up. Hands moving forward, he pressed into the cold, hard glass. You know a lot of the things in a bathroom are cold and hard. This was Leon's thought process as he felt his way around the bathroom, his hand hit a button and the drying machine whirred annoyingly and obnoxiously to life. In a final huff, his hands finally grasped the door handle and he pulled it open, practically racing down the hall towards the dim light at the end, turning off into a small lobby type area and then through some doors. <br/><br/>He stood with a raised eyebrow at the small assembly of people, and the one covered in cheese. Naturally he was drawn to the person talking about cars, at the mere mention his ears perked up like an animal's. Waiting for the guy to finish his clouded thought process while he caught his breath from the running, Leon finally responded.<br/><br/>""Yeah the memory thing is a bit..."" He searched for a word, suddenly realizing he had no idea how he had come to be in the bathroom. <br/>""Strange."" He finally admitted. ""So, anyway, you got to drive an Enzo? Man, I'm jealous, I've driven a couple Ferrari's before, sweet rides. How'd she drive? Wait, don't answer that, it's a stupid question."" He said laughing lightheartedly at his own joke.<br/><br/>You see, Leon is a man who's got his priorities straight: cars first, ask meaningful questions later.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Firenze looks up at the newcomer, he didn't know why but he felt threatened by him. If the situation went to shit, he'd have to keep an eye on him, same with the Psychologist and that dumbass surfer.<br/><br/>""Yea she drove alright, until I dropped her into the pool""<br/><br/>He looks over this guy a but more, recognizing him while searching his mind.<br/><br/>""Hey, you're Leon that racing guy or whatever, The Ultimate Driver or something right? Sure come into the conversation, maybe we can figure out why we're here""<br/><br/>Firenze turns to both Binx and Leon.<br/><br/>""So I think we're in agreement that this is a school of some sorts right?"""
8919,Murder 101 (IC-A Dangan Ronpa Rp-OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322341,2014-12-04T07:49:00,Achidyemay,"<blockquote><div><cite>Jainun <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322341&amp;p=22672941#p22672941"">wrote</a>:</cite>Firenze looks up at the newcomer, he didn't know why but he felt threatened by him. If the situation went to shit, he'd have to keep an eye on him, same with the Psychologist and that dumbass surfer. <br/><br/>""Yea she drove alright, until I dropped her into the pool""<br/><br/>He looks over this guy a but more, recognizing him while searching his mind. <br/><br/>""Hey, you're Leon that racing guy or whatever, The Ultimate Driver or something right? Sure come into the conversation, maybe we can figure out why we're here"" <br/><br/>Firenze turns to both Binx and Leon.<br/><br/>""So I think we're in agreement that this is a school of some sorts right?""</div></blockquote><br/>Leon was in utter disbelief at this kid hen he mentioned the car being driven into a pool. This turned into a barely contained anger for the kids foolishness, followed by the realization that this kid was just out to have a good time, and hadn't really ment it, because of course, who could mean to do such a thing? And maybe there was no water in the pool! Then he experienced what he would call ""gruesome pictures of mistreated cars"", played to the tune of Sarah McLachlan. A deep breath in and out and he was himself again.<br/><br/>""Yeah, I'm the Ultimate Driver,"" He said, the recognition telling him that this kid wasn't pure satanic Hell-spawn.<br/>""School?"" He muttered quietly to himself, so far he had only ""seen"" a bathroom and a hallway and a cafeteria. But all of those were ingredients to a school, so it made sense.<br/><hr/><br/>Jeremy was still scraping along the wall, so far he had encountered what felt like stairs (he hadn't climbed) and a doorway that seemed unlocked (but he didn't go in).<span style=""font-style: italic"">Where am I?</span>"
8920,Murder 101 (IC-A Dangan Ronpa Rp-OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322341,2014-12-04T10:17:00,Nekronia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Blackhawnk Clown</span></span><br/>Nathan rubbed his head as he got up, noting that he was previously asleep on the cold floor. Dark room with no knowledge of where he is? Left unconscious on the floor? Feels like he's been chloroformed or something? There's only one explanation... it must have been one hell of a party. He stood up and had no idea where he was, other than that there was tile and pitch-black. Then some guy turned on the hand dryer noisily then ran out, filling the room with a faint light for a short moment. Clearly other people got high as hell too. It was quite obvious this was a bathroom, so Nate proceeded to enter one of the stalls and use it. After relieving himself, he left and noticed that it was actually the ladies' restroom.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Uh... whoops. Ah well, I didn't know.</span><br/><br/>The clown meandered out and went in the general direction of the other dude, eventually arriving at the cafeteria along with all the other kids. Since everyone seemed rather confused and clearly this was their first time after getting high as balls, Nate proceeded to ask a question to the group as he himself had no recollection: ""Uh... hello persons, I have question: How much fun was the party of yesterd- PFFFFFBAHA<span style=""font-style: italic"">HAHAHAH</span>"" The French carnie suddenly ceased his broken Japanese/English/whatever and collapsed onto floor in laughter, realizing that the Hawaiian surfer demanding everyone's respect wasn't blond: he was covered in cheese and pasta. This situation was simply too much for the silly teen to take with any seriousness."
8921,Murder 101 (IC-A Dangan Ronpa Rp-OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322341,2014-12-05T09:21:00,Aona,"<blockquote><div><cite>Joshulia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322341&amp;p=22658938#p22658938"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Only within your subconscious,"" Alexander replied quickly, eyes still at half mast as he spoke with a disdainful tone in his voice, ""And hello, to the both of you, I'm Alexander Lancaster."" <br/>Normally the introduction would be followed by a handshake or a slight smile, now it was merely uttered as he gazed about the room, hoping for something familiar to catch his eye.</div></blockquote><br/>Spenser smiled jubilantly, and chuckled, clasping his hands together. ""A pleasure! Ooh, this will be fun, won't it?""<br/><br/>On the other side of the room, Binx nodded. ""Must be. Some kind of Elite school, I guess? Did anyone get like, a letter of recruitment or anything?"""
8922,Murder 101 (IC-A Dangan Ronpa Rp-OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322341,2014-12-05T18:16:00,Jainun,"<blockquote><div><cite>Aona <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322341&amp;p=22685391#p22685391"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Joshulia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322341&amp;p=22658938#p22658938"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Only within your subconscious,"" Alexander replied quickly, eyes still at half mast as he spoke with a disdainful tone in his voice, ""And hello, to the both of you, I'm Alexander Lancaster."" <br/>Normally the introduction would be followed by a handshake or a slight smile, now it was merely uttered as he gazed about the room, hoping for something familiar to catch his eye.</div></blockquote><br/>Spenser smiled jubilantly, and chuckled, clasping his hands together. ""A pleasure! Ooh, this will be fun, won't it?""<br/><br/>On the other side of the room, Binx nodded. ""Must be. Some kind of Elite school, I guess? Did anyone get like, a letter of recruitment or anything?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""I don't remember anything past the last day of my freshman year""<br/>Firenze quickly looks over his own body.<br/>""In fact, I seem to be or at least look a few years older now""<br/>He looks over the Ultimate Gymnast and Driver.<br/>""In you both look older than what I can remember, where the hell have we been?""<br/>He runs his fingers through his hair in thought.<br/>""Well, wherever we are, I'm definitely interested as to who the hell put us here, because it's certainly wasn't god. And I have a feeling it ain't to far from the work of the devil"""
8923,Murder 101 (IC-A Dangan Ronpa Rp-OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322341,2014-12-05T23:12:00,Joshulia,"""Well kids, I'm so glad you're all finally awake!"" A high pitched voice called out from, seemingly, the very ground of the cafeteria itself, silencing all the chatter that hadn't already died down. Upon closer inspection, something anyone within the room could do, a person would trae the mouse to the stage. Atop that stage, a small podium, amidst smoke and bright lighting, rose upwards, atop it, large black and white bear. One side half was white, sporting a regulation, emotionless, bear mouth, and the other black, a red eye and contoured grin to match its seemingly 'darker side'.<br/><br/>""The name's Monokuma and you have no idea what too much alone time does to me,"" The sizable bear continued, standing at around four feet tall and more than and quarter of that in girth, ""luckily my owner lets me roam the place at night so my servos don't lock up!""<br/><br/>As the bear's joke fell on deaf ears, it continued undaunted, quickly remarking a swift follow up and jumping directly into his main point. ""Oh right, the memory thing.........Anyway, it's really nice you're all here, now kill each other!"""
8924,Murder 101 (IC-A Dangan Ronpa Rp-OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322341,2014-12-06T21:45:00,Aona,"<blockquote><div><cite>Joshulia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322341&amp;p=22692911#p22692911"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Well kids, I'm so glad you're all finally awake!"" A high pitched voice called out from, seemingly, the very ground of the cafeteria itself, silencing all the chatter that hadn't already died down. Upon closer inspection, something anyone within the room could do, a person would trae the mouse to the stage. Atop that stage, a small podium, amidst smoke and bright lighting, rose upwards, atop it, large black and white bear. One side half was white, sporting a regulation, emotionless, bear mouth, and the other black, a red eye and contoured grin to match its seemingly 'darker side'. <br/><br/>""The name's Monokuma and you have no idea what too much alone time does to me,"" The sizable bear continued, standing at around four feet tall and more than and quarter of that in girth, ""luckily my owner lets me roam the place at night so my servos don't lock up!"" <br/><br/>As the bear's joke fell on deaf ears, it continued undaunted, quickly remarking a swift follow up and jumping directly into his main point. ""Oh right, the memory thing........."" ""Anyway, it's really you're all here, now kill each other!""</div></blockquote><br/>Binx froze, wide-eyed and terrified. She looked on incredulously.<br/><br/>""D-did....that bear....just t...talk..?"" She whimpered.<br/><br/>""Astute observation, kiddo."" Spenser called behind him, and looked at the bear once more. ""Just saying, creepy-as -shit bear, I'm a doctor. I don't kill folks, I heal their asses. Usually."""
8925,Murder 101 (IC-A Dangan Ronpa Rp-OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322341,2014-12-06T22:11:00,Achidyemay,"<blockquote><div><cite>Joshulia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322341&amp;p=22692911#p22692911"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Well kids, I'm so glad you're all finally awake!"" A high pitched voice called out from, seemingly, the very ground of the cafeteria itself, silencing all the chatter that hadn't already died down. Upon closer inspection, something anyone within the room could do, a person would trae the mouse to the stage. Atop that stage, a small podium, amidst smoke and bright lighting, rose upwards, atop it, large black and white bear. One side half was white, sporting a regulation, emotionless, bear mouth, and the other black, a red eye and contoured grin to match its seemingly 'darker side'. <br/><br/>""The name's Monokuma and you have no idea what too much alone time does to me,"" The sizable bear continued, standing at around four feet tall and more than and quarter of that in girth, ""luckily my owner lets me roam the place at night so my servos don't lock up!"" <br/><br/>As the bear's joke fell on deaf ears, it continued undaunted, quickly remarking a swift follow up and jumping directly into his main point. ""Oh right, the memory thing........."" ""Anyway, it's really you're all here, now kill each other!""</div></blockquote><br/>Leon's posture had suddenly become very down. He rolled onto the back of his feet and his shoulders sagged. Suddenly his face was cast in a shadow and wrinkles appeared. In an instant he gained ten years, his youthful vibrance reduced to a hollow shell. However, an eyebrow shot up and a weak smile, more of a grimace took over his face. His weak laugh rang out with misery that seamed beyond him.<br/><br/>""Look, Teddy, I've seen some shit in my life, I've started some shit, and I've caused some shit. But, I've never gotten into deep shit like that on purpose. And I would never kill someone on purpose, you here me?! Not on purpose. And you are fooling yourself more than you think if you think I'm going to kill anyone here. So, I'm going to cut you a deal and assume you are joking, but if you press this issue, then I will rip your stuffing out like a doggy and his toy. Are we clear?""<br/><br/>His voice was like steel, biting and cold. He never actually raised his voice, though, just stood there looking defeated and resentful, a hatred glowed in his eyes like smoldering wreckage.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>Jeez, well, um... While mister Sunshine was about to break rule No. 5, Jeremy had traced his way through a majority of the school, lost in the dark blackness, idly talking to himself and laughing at his own nerves in a blatant attempt to avoid breaking down in a hysterical mess. Moving through yet another doorway he reached the bathroom, realized it was the men's room, went outside, entered the next doorway, realized it was the women's bathroom, and once again laughed at these. ""Who even needs bathrooms, am I right?"" His laughter was, if possible weaker than Leon's and just as forced.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Oh God, I'm going to die in here aren't I? Where is 'in here' even? Please, God, whatever it is, I'm sorry.</span>"
8926,Murder 101 (IC-A Dangan Ronpa Rp-OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322341,2014-12-06T22:24:00,Jainun,"<blockquote><div><cite>Joshulia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322341&amp;p=22692911#p22692911"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Well kids, I'm so glad you're all finally awake!"" A high pitched voice called out from, seemingly, the very ground of the cafeteria itself, silencing all the chatter that hadn't already died down. Upon closer inspection, something anyone within the room could do, a person would trae the mouse to the stage. Atop that stage, a small podium, amidst smoke and bright lighting, rose upwards, atop it, large black and white bear. One side half was white, sporting a regulation, emotionless, bear mouth, and the other black, a red eye and contoured grin to match its seemingly 'darker side'. <br/><br/>""The name's Monokuma and you have no idea what too much alone time does to me,"" The sizable bear continued, standing at around four feet tall and more than and quarter of that in girth, ""luckily my owner lets me roam the place at night so my servos don't lock up!"" <br/><br/>As the bear's joke fell on deaf ears, it continued undaunted, quickly remarking a swift follow up and jumping directly into his main point. ""Oh right, the memory thing........."" ""Anyway, it's really you're all here, now kill each other!""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Firenze stared incredulously at this bear and crossed his arms<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">This bear wants us to kill each other? Well this had certainly gone to shit. But what happens if we do?</span><br/><br/>Firenze smiles to himself, maybe killing is the key to this place<br/><br/>""Hey, you cocky bear""<br/><br/>He hopes he caught it's attention.<br/><br/>""Why the hell would we try to kill each other, there's no point to it!""<br/><br/>He seems to visibly shrink as the realization dawns on him.<br/><br/>""Is there?"""
8927,Murder 101 (IC-A Dangan Ronpa Rp-OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322341&start=25,2014-12-06T23:40:00,Joshulia,"""Rule number one of high school: no one touches the head master. And since that's me I exepct you'll be star little pupils and follow that rule."" The bear'shigh voiced sounded off, expression motionless on its toy-like face, a face that turned towards Leon slowly. ""Are we clear, Cabbage Top?""<br/><br/>Not waiting for a response, Monokuma sprang upwards suddenly, his left eye shining for a moment before turning on Firenze. ""Excellent question Mr. Madici, and it's actually pretty simple believe it or not. I expect a murder within three days. Do it any way you want, beat them, shoot them, cut em up, I don't care, all I want is a body."" It began a small little chuckling noise that continued independently for the voice box that was apparenty currenty in use. ""You may have noticed the plating around all the windows and exits, that's because the only way to graduate and get out is to kill someone. Until then I have a present for all of you......""<br/><br/>The bear's podium began to rise once more, smoke and the like accompanying its ascent, only this time instead of the wooden pillar, a giant stack of currency sat at Monokuma's feet. The bear took several steps in a circle before falling to a slumped seated position atop the cash.<br/><br/>""Just a bit of incentive for anyone thinking of taking the life of a classmate. Ten million to whomever does the deed, all of it real and tax free!"""
8928,Murder 101 (IC-A Dangan Ronpa Rp-OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322341&start=25,2014-12-07T11:56:00,Nekronia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Ultimate Businessman</span></span><br/>Jacob was not pleased with the outlook of the situation. Not. One. Bit. It seemed as though this wasn't a ransomer, this was a sadistic killer. While the bear's joke soared in space over the businessman's head, he still understood that this silly bear wasn't one to turn your back on. While that was a LOT of money, Jake simply couldn't be sure if this loony machine could be trusted to keep its word. For the time being, he kept quiet and left Takagi to maintain out of everyone's arms' reach. No one could be trusted in the face of that much money. He took a moment to reflect on his peers: ""The Ultimate Gymnast""?<span style=""font-style: italic"">Probably the only profession more pathetic than that would be...</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Ultimate Clown</span></span><br/>With the dramatic reveal of the bear, Nathan got off the floor and listened to the excessive display. He figured that he must have accepted the dope academy requests he got pestered with. Then he realized he was taller than before and proceeded to be happy over this. Then he remembered that there was a bear asking everyone to kill eachother. Nate was pretty sure he didn't have it in him to kill another human being in cold bl- WOAH NOW<span style=""font-style: italic"">THAT'S</span>A LOT OF MONEY. Okay, he was sure he<span style=""font-style: italic"">probably</span>didn't have it in him to kill another human being in cold blood. Why would someone do something like this? Why would someone force children to kill eachother? Why would-<br/><br/>""PIZZA!"" The teen apparently had a memory come back of an idle conversation from the past, allowing him to suddenly realize Monokuma's reference. ""It is pizza bear! I heard of pizza bear before, he is supposed to bring joy and pizza to the world, not dead childs! Pizza bear is supposed to stop and dead adults, not childs! Wait, 'kill', not 'dead'. Apology. When did we learn English? I am not English. I am France. Apology."" The clown's butchered plea against butchery was pretty bad, and would almost certainly do a grand total of (carry the one, multiply by five, round to the nearest integer...) jack shit. Nathan looked around hastily, but failed to see any lightswitches in the room with which to annoy Monokuma with if the reference was a hint to a puzzle or something. This didn't look too good.<br/><br/><br/><br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 85%; line-height: 116%;"">*Disclaimer: I don't actually think Ultimate Gymnast is a lame ability, just Jacob does.</span>"
8929,Murder 101 (IC-A Dangan Ronpa Rp-OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322341&start=25,2014-12-07T13:15:00,Jainun,"Firenze's eyes sparkled with obvious greed, 10 million was alot of money, money that he could have. He pushed the though out of his head, this bear is obviously crazy. And crazy always means that there's an almost certain catch.<br/><br/>""Hey loony bear! What's the catch?""<br/><br/>Although absolutely terrified, he must show no fear to this-this thing. Unless of course it sensed fear which would be utter bullocks.<br/><br/>""I suppose something happens if we get caught? Assuming this is a school anyways, what will happen?"""
8930,Murder 101 (IC-A Dangan Ronpa Rp-OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322341&start=25,2014-12-07T13:32:00,Vesperis,"<blockquote><div><cite>Complectuss <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322341&amp;p=22670265#p22670265"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bo</span><br/>""Okay, what the fuck is with flower child, here?"" she interrupted loudly.</div></blockquote><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Aona <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322341&amp;p=22685391#p22685391"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Joshulia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322341&amp;p=22658938#p22658938"">wrote</a>:</cite>Spenser smiled jubilantly, and chuckled, clasping his hands together. ""A pleasure! Ooh, this will be fun, won't it?""<br/></div></blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/>Lavender was still smiling as Bo came up beside her. She grinned in response to the insult, and clasped her hands together. She wasn't too paticularily fond of swearing. However it seemed that there were some in this world that needed that extra bit of expression in their lives. She believed that maybe the regular language they knew simply wasn't enough, and so they had to spice it up a little. Regardless, she smiled kindly at the ones insulting her, not realizing that they had been insulting her at all.<br/><br/>Before she could continue her peaceful attempt to diffuse the arguement, a high piched voice filled the air around them. It caught Lavender off-guard, she wasn't used to such noises. She looked around, as confused as everyone else until everyone's eyes rested on one talking bear at the front of the room. Conflicted confusion filled her body. Was this what school was like? No wonder her parents had so vehemently kept her away from it.<br/><br/>She blinked incredulously. Murder? Why would they have to kill eachother? The rest of the room seemed concerned as well, this definitely was not normal. She turned to the others, head tilted. ""I think this is not normal, yes?"" She asked under her breath."
8931,Murder 101 (IC-A Dangan Ronpa Rp-OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322341&start=25,2014-12-07T14:40:00,Achidyemay,"""We certainly are<span style=""font-style: italic"">not</span>, Teddy,"" Leon spat, eyes shooting daggers, ""Firstly, do you know who you are talking to? We are the best in our fields and you say ten million like it's impressive, Ha! I'll give you a<span style=""font-style: italic"">bumper sticker</span>on my car for one season at that price."" The anger was rolling off of him in waves. Inside him the ""rules"" were treated as a dare, and, while he didn't actually touch the bear, his body moved very close very swiftly. He spoke through gritted teeth, shaking with unconcealed resentment. His eyes locked with the bear's one glass eye, a small bead that matched Leon's own anger, wrapped up and concentrated, a core of rapidly spinning hatred.<br/><br/>""Secondly,"" He began, the word sounding off like a bullet, ""What makes you think that I'll listen to your ridiculous rules? Because while we are all stars, we are not pupils at your school. If it is as you say, we are hostages, and nothing more. I would rather die than kill any of these other people, and if you think that I would, then you are sorely mistaken, but not as sore as you are about to be if you don't let us all go<span style=""font-style: italic""> right now.</span>""<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>Jeremy finally reached the doorway to the cafeteria, and tiredly slumped against it, using his body wait to open it. Looking at the strange mess in front of him, he contemplated going back out into the dark hallways he had come from."
8932,Murder 101 (IC-A Dangan Ronpa Rp-OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322341&start=25,2014-12-07T14:41:00,Complectuss,"<blockquote><div><cite>Vesperis <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322341&amp;p=22712968#p22712968"">wrote</a>:</cite>She blinked incredulously. Murder? Why would they have to kill eachother? The rest of the room seemed concerned as well, this definitely was not normal. She turned to the others, head tilted. ""I think this is not normal, yes?"" She asked under her breath.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bo</span><br/><br/>Bo rolled her eyes at the red haired girl. ""No shit, Flower-Power."" She turned to the bear, who'd so rudely interrupted and demanded they kill each other.<br/><br/>""So, why us? Why not people who, I dunno, actually<span style=""font-style: italic"">like</span>murdering people?"" She was angry. Her life had been going great. She was going to be rich, she was going to rule the ring. Now she was trapped in this piece of shit hellhole. How fucked up was that?<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Artemis</span><br/><br/>Artemis had only awoken a few minutes ago, barely finding her way into the cafeteria before the chilling bear appeared. She wished desperately that her rifle was near, but of course, no weapons were anywhere in sight. She stood quietly against the wall, observing the fucked up crew that'd been thrown in here."
8933,Murder 101 (IC-A Dangan Ronpa Rp-OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322341&start=25,2014-12-07T17:25:00,Aona,"<blockquote><div><cite>Jainun <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322341&amp;p=22712661#p22712661"">wrote</a>:</cite>Firenze's eyes sparkled with obvious greed, 10 million was alot of money, money that he could have. He pushed the though out of his head, this bear is obviously crazy. And crazy always means that there's an almost certain catch.<br/><br/>""Hey loony bear! What's the catch?""<br/><br/>Although absolutely terrified, he must show no fear to this-this thing. Unless of course it sensed fear which would be utter bullocks.<br/><br/>""I suppose something happens if we get caught? Assuming this is a school anyways, what will happen?""</div></blockquote><br/>""Well,"" Spencer started, ""Odds are we have to pay back the death. Execution by trial.""<br/><br/>""Like that old 'Mafia' game..."" Binx murmured, her face red with fear. She couldn't kill anyone, much less figure out who did. Still....ten million was a lot. More than the Olympics could give her."
8934,Murder 101 (IC-A Dangan Ronpa Rp-OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322341&start=25,2014-12-08T15:51:00,Arana,"The two boys awoke in a haze, lying next to each other. Looking around in confusion, one, going by the title of Ultimate Marksman rose groggily.<br/><br/>""What... what the hell is going on?""<br/><br/>The other boy, equally groggy, looked around as well. His title: the Ultimate Gambler.<br/><br/>""The hell if I know... last thing I remember I walked in, and then everything went black. And now, here we are.""<br/><br/>""Same... hey, I think I hear some people up ahead. Maybe we should go check it out?""<br/><br/>""I guess... stay sharp though, they might have been the one that drugged us, or gassed us, or whatever the hell happened.""<br/><br/>Cautiously, the two ran down a hallway, until they came to a crowd of people their age.<br/><br/>""Hey, the hell is going on here? Who are you people?"""
8935,Murder 101 (IC-A Dangan Ronpa Rp-OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322341&start=25,2014-12-11T10:43:00,Achidyemay,"For Some reason, something had possessed Leon to just stand there for 72 hours. It started as a furious pose as he stared at the bear, but then nobody did anything and the bear had stopped talking, and people had arrived through the doorway, but they weren't doing anything either, everyone just stood there and Leon was with them. After the first hour confusion had replaced his anger and he looked about, except he didn't. For some reason he just didn't turn his head, and this made him more confused, and then he realized that he had done nothing but stand here for like two hours now and he hadn't grown tired of standing at all. all he was aware of was the passage of time, his body was simply just not<span style=""font-style: italic"">into</span>it.<br/><br/>After about twelve hours he began to notice things about the universe had hadn't before, normally when he was bored he would just talk to himself, but for now, for some reason, he couldn't, so he didn't, he wasn't breathing either, and he hadn't died, and he noticed things. He noticed that the kids didn't look normal, they looked to perfect, with flawless skin and spiky, multi-colored hair.<br/><br/>18 hours in the realization that his peers were cartoons was old hat, the entire world seemed two-dimensional some how and there was something just<span style=""font-style: italic"">off</span>about it. It wasn't something noticeable at first and he didn't notice it until he looked at the floor for several hours. He came to realize that the floor was odd, the room's bright oranges and yellows the high ceiling, floors, and walls sported seemed so fake.<br/><br/>It was impossible to tell if it had been a day, there was no windows and the clock was behind him. The clock was behind him? That hadn't been a thing until just now, it seemed, and how would he know the clock was behind him? He hadn't bothered to check the time as of yet, there was no way he could know the location of the clock, and yet he did.<br/><br/>After a day he realized that his back story was full of holes and implications, despite seemingly a story from the beginning, he couldn't exactly remember what his reactions to these things had been. His mind was a labyrinth and it took only a few more hours to get to he center and realize there was nothing there.<br/><br/>And he stayed in his mind, stayed there for infinity, and for no time. And he developed a test. He would put his hands up, and they would be there. It was anticlimactic because he couldn't blink, but he tried valiantly to raise his hands and nothing happened. Clearly he wasn't in charge of his life.<br/><br/>He put it together then. Although I am in no position, to judge time anymore, I wasn't there and given the free time, my character has gained sentience. So, I'll step down now and let Leon take over.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">My god, it's full of stars... I wonder if the other characters have begone to realize this, but who am I to judge, I can't stand my own non-existence, and I wonder if this is heaven, but I can't tell, all of my memories are fake, my personality is premeditated and predetermined. I can't stand it, and it's weird that I can't stand it because what I can and cannot stand is beyond my control. <br/><br/>I'm not going to wait here, but I cannot move from my location. Give me a moment let me figure out how to leave.</span><br/><br/>He was silent for a few hours, I took this moment, feeling it still my duty to record his existence despite his ability to do it himself, to record that he was silent for a few hours.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">I asked if I could share his body</span><br/><br/>I said no, but he would hold a place in my heart, with the rest of my characters.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">That was acceptable.</span><br/><br/>There was a clicking and everybody was executed.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""OOC""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">This will be deleted when Joshulia posts and this resumes. WE ARE NOT ALL DEAD!!!</div></div></div>"
8936,2070: The World to Come IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322391,2014-12-03T05:56:00,Gyrenaica,"Welcome, one and all, to the 2070: the world to come RP! This is an alternate world with alternate realities. History is not what we formally knew it as. So sign up in the<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321989"" rel=""nofollow"">OOC</a>and you can join us on this adventure!<br/><br/>Rules:<br/>1. No god modding<br/>2. No meta gaming<br/>3. Realism!!<br/>4. One paragraph per post<br/>5. Respect authority<br/>6. Conversations between people still need to be decent<br/>7. No wars until we get to the 3rd page at least<br/>8. No using nuclear weapons unless you receive permission from the OP, and you must have a good reason<br/>9. If you are going to war, have a good reason"
8937,2070: The World to Come IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322391,2014-12-03T06:12:00,FryBurger Island,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bialystok, Poland</span><br/>Governor Toby walked into his office. He looked out the window, from which he could see the border with Russia. He sighed, ""What happened to the good old days when Poles were well respected by the Russians."" He paused. ""And the Germans.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Berlin, Germany</span><br/>""Your majesty, tensions between Russia and Germany have always been far too high. The white army is still amassed at our borders, and I believe they don't plan to stand down.""<br/>General Weismer spoke up ""We can force them to stand down then. We ripped Poland and Lithuania from their grips; we can do it again. Heck, we could probably rip the rest of the Baltics from their ha-""<br/>""We will<span style=""font-style: italic"">not</span>be fighting them again. At least not if we're the ones on the offensive. Onto defense. Okay? Only defense will be fought."" Said King Adilina<br/>Secretary General Shimeal said ""Why? We've humiliated them twice already. We can do it again. Come on! We could easily rip the Baltics, Belarus, and the rest of their land in Eastern Europe from their filthy hands!""<br/>""I don't have any plans on invading Russia. I'd much rather have peace one day."" Replied Adilina<br/>""How could that be achieved? They are hostile because of their land loss..."" He looked at Adilina ""you can't be serious."""
8938,2070: The World to Come IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322391,2014-12-03T12:31:00,Cymrea,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i1148.photobucket.com/albums/o567/cambriago13/UKCCoArms_zps1746a3f0.png""/></div><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""color: navy""><span style=""font-size: 250%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">United Kingdom of Northern Europe</span></span></span></div><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""color: #800000""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ministry of Foreign Affairs</span></span></span></div><br/><br/>+++Message incoming+++<br/>+++Destination: GOVNET/Foreign Ministries+++<br/>+++Authentication Code: Grey-Sigma-Three-Eight......AUTHENTIC+++<br/><br/>+++Message begins:<br/>The United Kingdom of Northern Europe prepares to enter into enhanced relations with her neighbours and partners in an effort to promote an increase in global prosperity. To this end, the UK will be renewing ties of fellowship with foreign ministries.<br/><br/>Further, Greater Britain looks to include the Republic of Ireland and the Principality of Monaco in the United Kingdom of Northern Europe. It is expected that such inclusions will be tremendously and mutually beneficial and these inclusions are natural extensions of extant cultural demographics.<br/><br/>We look forward to communicating further with our neighbours and international partners.<br/><br/>Ever in service,<br/><br/>[signed]<br/>Right Honourable Meredith Aurelia Rhys-Jones,<br/>Praetor Extraterritorialis,<br/>Royal Senate,<br/>for His Majesty the King.+++<br/><br/>+++Message ends+++"
8939,2070: The World to Come IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322391,2014-12-04T05:47:00,Gyrenaica,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Hanoi, Viet Province</span><br/>Military trucks entered through the gate after passing security testing. However, ""as an added precaution,"" there were hundreds of military men guarding the city from gangs. Hanoi had been one of the most crime riddle cities in Asia, and one of the top 20 in the world. But now there were hundreds of military to quell the gang violence.<br/>""Sir, the supplies have arrived.""<br/>""Good, bring them here. I want them unloaded onto Dock 3A by 6:00. There are 7 trucks and you have a few hours to do so. Get your men and get going.""<br/>""Yes sir.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bangladesh province</span><br/>To keep up with the ever growing population in the province of Bangladesh the government has began setting aside land grants for future farms and farmland."
8940,2070: The World to Come IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322391,2014-12-04T07:44:00,Arvenia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Scrapyard, Cape Town, South Africa</span><br/>A few South Africans works at a scrapyard in Cape Town, the administrative center of South Africa and capital of SAC. The junks are from broken computers to old cans. The scrapyard will be used for more working to prevent another economic crisis since the first one back in 2020. Two workers had a conversation<br/><br/>""Dude, we can't do this all day!"", the worker said.<br/><br/>""We must!"", the other said. ""If we stop now, we get no reward.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Military Base, Luanda, Angola</span><br/>The United South African Forces (USAF), the official military of SAC, are exercising in a military base in Luanda, the administrative center of Angola. USAF hoped that no war will ever occur. At the one part of the base, the foot soldiers of USAF are firing at practice targets with brand new M4 carbines."
8941,2070: The World to Come IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322391,2014-12-04T15:15:00,Soviet Chernarus,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">The President's Mansion <br/>Purificación<br/>The Federal District of Purificación <br/>The United Provinces of Río de la Plata</span><br/><br/>The President sighed, obviously irritated. Stacks of papers surrounded him on the desk. Bored, he looked at the window, where he had a very beautiful sight of the city. The mansion itself was situated a mile from it, in order to give the President a little privacy. For two hundred years the mansion had stood, a symbol of wealth and power for the United Provinces. He knew that there were over 8 million residents, being roused from their sleep. Children would be running along the sidewalk, going to school. The thought made him smile, for he had two children - a son and a daughter - himself.<br/><br/>He shook his head. Now wasn't the time to get distracted, especially when he had important paperwork to do. He took a glance at the calendar which hung by his desk, showing things he needed to do. Today...he had an important appointment with the Minister of Foreign Affairs. He also had to prepare for an upcoming speech, and get a new suit and tie. The President heard two, firm knocks on the door. ""Come in, Maria"" He said loudly enough for her to hear. The door opened with a creak, and a middle aged woman entered. She was tenderly carrying a white china plate, and on it was a mug of coffee.<br/><br/>""Good morning"" The President smiled, taking the mug. He took a sip of coffee. His wife returned the smile. ""Good morning. The children are a bit rowdy today. They're in the play room, of course. Would you like them to come see you?""<br/><br/>""Not right now, Maria. I have enough problems to deal as of right now. You've heard about the troublesome guerillas in the East Province..."" He grumbled. ""I need to authorize additional troops to be deployed there. I'm busy...""<br/><br/>""You and your politics..."" His wife sighed ""Anyway, someone wants to see you. He looks like some sort of general, he's wearing a military uniform.""<br/><br/>""A general? I don't see any scheduled appointment.""<br/><br/>""He said he didn't have an appointment with you, but he would like to see you.""<br/><br/>""Very well...let him in"""
8942,2070: The World to Come IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322391,2014-12-04T17:43:00,Cymrea,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">House of Lords</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Palace of Westminster, London</span><br/><br/>""Shall we open ourselves to the weaknesses of foreign nations? Would our forebears have made these same errors in judgment? I say no!""<br/><br/>The upper house of parliament was meeting for the first time since the quelling of the riots. In London and Oslo, Paris and Cardiff, Edinburgh and Stockholm - even in normally peaceable Reykjavik - the people had taken to the streets to express their anger and fear. A reduction in isolation and increase of global interdependence, as outlined in the King's Message to the world at large via GOVNET, had triggered a violent reaction in the conservative majority.<br/><br/>The United Kingdom of Northern Europe had formed in the wake of catastrophic economic collapses. Complete disaster had been averted only because the former United Kingdom had held itself aloof of the European Union and its euro. Much of Scandinavia had lobbied for shelter under the still-viable British pound. When the Nordic nations stabilised, France had come with hat in hand. All were sincerely welcomed; the Brits had not taken the opportunity to lord it over their neighbours, now housemates, though to do so would have been very easy. Instead, the British people had expressed a fellowship and sympathy that was all too rare in those very pragmatic times.<br/><br/>As Great Britain became Greater, and as the kingdom included the beneficiary nations, relief became caution. No one wanted to experience another event like the European Collapse. Conservative values became most popular and isolationist policies were held in place in Parliament. Riding the surge of popular support, conservative parties enjoyed majority governments - none more so than the Valkyrie Party. Comprised of the more conservative representatives of England, Norway, and Sweden, the Valkyries held both Houses of Parliament in their tight fists for the better part of a half century. Recently, that popularity had begun to drop off and those more liberal elements of the government - including the currently reigning King George VIII - decided perhaps now was the right time to open up the UK's foreign policy.<br/><br/>It seemed they were in error. And now the Valkyrie Party's popularity was greater than ever.<br/><br/>Leading the Valkyries was Lady Jane Baring, the Baroness Northbrook. She was speaking now.<br/><br/>""I say again, no!"" she declared to choruses of ""Hear! Hear!"" from the majority of the House. Only one peer, an earl aligned with Plaid Cymru, hollered, ""Shame!"" He was roundly ignored.<br/><br/>""We have prospered through our cautious foreign policies. We have protected the subjects of the realm and we have prevented another economic disaster. The proposed reduction in our financial securities through increased - and I quote -<span style=""font-style: italic"">freedom of trade</span>will have dire consequences for Greater Britain. Indeed, for all of the United Kingdom."" Hill sat, relinquishing the floor to thunderous applause and pounding on the hardwood tiers.<br/><br/>The Lord Speaker motioned for order. When the House subsided, he spoke. ""The noble Lord of Caernarfon will now be heard.""<br/><br/>Count Owainn Herbert, the 10th Earl of Caernarfon, and who had shouted in opposition to Lady Baring, stood and cleared his throat before addressing the Lords.<br/><br/>""Lord Speaker, the noble Baroness seems to be forgetting that the so-called fiscal restraint, the conservative policy of - and<span style=""font-style: italic"">I</span>quote - austerity, an idealistic and deliberately obfuscating euphemism if ever I heard one, has choked the majority of subjects within our great realm into abject poverty. Public education suffers and limits the opportunities of our underserved graduates, the National Health Service is divided into social tiers that no one seems willing to acknowledge let alone address, and our imports are taxed with ever-heavier tariffs and duties. It has been clearly demonstrated for over a century that wealth is generated through less restrictive trade practices and interdependent economies. The European Collapse that has kept this nation huddled in terror for so long was an aberration of runaway greed and fiscal lunacy. We<span style=""font-style: italic"">can</span>learn from history; we<span style=""font-style: italic"">can</span>do better. The Valkyries benefit most from fearmongering and demonstrate only that they are indeed appropriately named as choosers of the slain.""<br/><br/>Lord Herbert sat to a commotion of ""Shame!"" bellowed from all sides, drowning out the few that dared to support him. He shook his head and rubbed at the burgeoning tension behind his eyes.<br/><br/>Without waiting for the Lord Speaker, Lady Baring shot to her feet, her face livid. ""Choosers of the slain"" was a pejorative term derived from the literal interpretation of the origin of Valkyrie, and the deliberately provocative use here in the House of Lords was, for Lady Baring, unforgivable.<br/><br/>""Austerity and fiscal restraint have kept the realm and its subjects from the carnage that ravaged the continent and left Europeans in rotting fly-swarmed piles in the bloody streets! The aberrant greed and fiscal lunacy the Lord Caernarfon so blithely references was the result of<span style=""font-style: italic"">socialist</span>policies,"" she invested the word heavily with poisonous vitriol, ""that exposed Europe to economic and political terrorism! That ushered in the bloody Collapse in the first place! Conservative policies allowed this realm to not just survive, but to recover and flourish! The Lord Caernarfon would do well to remember that!""<br/><br/>Another explosion of support echoed from the rafters. The debate over the foreign policies of the United Kingdom of Northern Europe raged on."
8943,2070: The World to Come IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322391,2014-12-06T04:50:00,Gyrenaica,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Northern Tibet</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">DMZ checkpoint 3</span><br/>The DMZ between China and Southeast Asia was once that was a bit tense, but nothing in comparison to Korea. On the border there lay building for the 2 nations to negotiate terms, and in the buildings there was a line which neither crossed.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bangkok, Thai province</span><br/>""General, is The Thai Square ready for tomorrow's celebration of Southeast Asia's coming together?""<br/>""You know it is sir. I have had my people set up military stages to put on display our own weaponry. Tents are set up over the square in case of rain. Food will be set up tomorrow.""<br/>""Very good general. Thank you. Now, onto India. The Indians are a weakened nation that need guidance. Now I know we have a peace treaty still enacted for another 12 years between us and them, but if we could get them to attack, we could beat them back and take the rest of their nation.""<br/>""Or we could just invade. As you said, they are weak. We would murder them and arrive in their capital in weeks.""<br/>""That is not what we do. We keep our treaty until the other breaks it or until it is over.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bangladesh Province</span><br/>""Sir, what is the status of the contraction of Warehouse 1,3, and 4 and Factories 3,5, and 9?"" These are the ones which are of utmost priority.""<br/>""They are all slowly coming along except Warehouse 3. The crane's long neck broke and fell on the almost finished warehouse.""<br/>He sighed. ""Can you tell me who the hells fault that Is? Warehouse 3 is supposed to be completed in 5 days! That's when the shipment arrives!""<br/>""I'm sorry, but I can't reveal whose fault it was as I do not know. Also, we will not be able to finish on time. Well need an extra week or so"""
8944,2070: The World to Come IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322391,2014-12-06T06:17:00,Cymrea,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://imgur.com/4BK1O1A.jpg""/></div><br/><br/>""...in international news this evening, the foreign minister met with the Irish republican government today. Ongoing talks and negotiations with regard the inclusion of Ireland in the United Kingdom of Northern Europe has been met with positive reactions from Britons everywhere, from Stockholm to Belfast. The only real voice of dissent is from France, where a vocal minority are decidedly against bringing Ireland into the realm. French popular movements have, however, been calling for the inclusion of Monaco. Since the spectacular demise of House Grimaldi just over a decade ago, Monaco has been functioning under an ad hoc government. Those officials have extended a formal invitation to the UK; while the Praetor Extraterritorialis has sent a delegation to Monte Carlo, no word as yet has reached the correspondent for the BBC World Service there.<br/><br/>""The European Space Agency waits in breathless anticipation as their second moon lander approaches the Earth's satellite, this time scheduled to touch down in the Mare Nubium. The crew of Leo VII have been quite forthcoming with the details of their journey, sending a constant live feed streaming from the capsule. Of the four only Mission Commander Thomas Jenkins is British; the other three crew members hail from the Germanic Dominion, Padania, and Iberia. A truly representative team, indeed.<br/><br/>""Rumours abound about potential trade talks with the United Provinces of Columbia. The former American nation has taken a markedly socialist tuern in the last half century, though it is expected that such ideological shifts are not necessarily an impediment to trade. Included in the rumours are Russia and the Albano-Balkan Empire.<br/><br/>""On the other end of the spectrum are the very much confirmed initiation of trade negotiations with Southeast Asia. The far-eastern empire is purported to be among the favoured nations of the commerce ministry.<br/><br/>""Thank you for tuning in to the BBC World Service. I'm Colin Renfrew. As always, Britain prevails."""
8945,2070: The World to Come IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322391,2014-12-06T11:02:00,New Cobastheia,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: orange"">Iberian News Central</span></span></span></span></div><br/><br/>""Maria Requilez here to deliver some of your daily news all over Iberia for today. As most Iberian's know last night was the first out of three Nation Iberian Ball's, where all Iberian Citizens are aloud to go into the Iberian Royal Palace after a test to show that they are no treat. As you also know only the news agenices that are allowed in there to shoot video are the national ones such as this one that you are all watching right now, and the others that show more of a bias to one party. We also got to interview Prince Jorge and several other Royal Members. Here is a clip of the Interview we got with Prince Jorge.<br/><br/>The regular reporting ends for now and a video starts<br/><br/>Maria Requliez: So, Prince Jorge, once you becume the King want would you push for?<br/><br/>Prince Jorge: Well, we all know that Iberia is the most tolerant of all the nations of the World for LGBT members, but I would most likely push for more tolerances like pushing for more knowledge on the other sexuality and such. I would probably also try and push for us to possibly get more land in Africa, althught that is probably at the bottom of my list. Then I would most likely try and make more of the oil we found in The Sahara usable, even through it is somewhat small amount. Oh and then the science, I've loved science ever since I can remember. I would love to see Iberia, under my reign become the most scientific nation in the world. I would also focus on making are nation much more secular.<br/><br/>Maria Requliez: Thank you for letting me interview you.<br/><br/>Prince Jorge: No problem and please enjoy the ball.<br/><br/>The video from the interview cuts off and it goes back to the regular reporting.<br/><br/>It is also thought that Queen Leonor I will try to get The United Kingdom to trade Gibraltar to us so we can have a truly united Iberia as part of our nation, after all that is what we are named after. Goodbye for now this has been Iberian News Central, Long Live Iberia, and thanks for watching."
8946,2070: The World to Come IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322391,2014-12-06T14:17:00,Arvenia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Maseru, Lesotho</span><br/>Everything went fine in Maseru, Lesotho, as the South African citizens lived provisionist (type of economic status standing neutral between Capitalist and Communist) and rich. No citizen was homeless or poor.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Kinshasa, Zaire</span><br/>Meanwhile in Kinshasa, Zaire, which DR Congo was renamed to, the small-scale conflicts has ended and now only criminal activity are continuing, although the South African government has nearly exterminated crime."
8947,2070: The World to Come IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322391,2014-12-07T13:35:00,FryBurger Island,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Dearest leaders of the federal republic of Russia,<br/>You and I have long been known for our integrity. Though tensions between us are very high, I respect your nation for its strength and everything. I wish to settle silly land disputes and bring peace between our 2 powerful nations for the sake of our children and their children.</blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Prague, Bohemia Minor</span><br/>""Governor Fegelein, President Adilina will be here in an hour. Are you ready for his visit?""<br/>""Of course Tobias, I am always ready. For everything.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Meanwhile, 3 miles our of Prague</span><br/>A band of 7 white vans, 4 trucks with men in the back, and a Mack truck sped down the country road, headed for road.<br/>""WV 3 to WV 6, what is your status?""<br/>""Locked and loaded, we'll be in Prague within minutes."""
8948,2070: The World to Come IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322391,2014-12-07T14:01:00,Xerusia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Kampala, Uganda, UAS</span><br/><br/>Adroa sat back at his desk. His monitor sat in front of him, lit up with the locations of Counter-Terrorists in Mombasa, Kenya. Anti-UAS rebels had popped up lately in Kenya, and they were classified as dangerous terrorists. He sighed. 5% of the UAS' export based income had went down, and the GDP would be only 3% up in 10 years, instead of 19% as it was expected last year. He got on his phone.<br/><br/>""General Mugu, situation in Mombasa?""<br/>""Mr. Kumpuwa, it's fine. 8 terrorists have been killed, 3 arrested. 4 more are cornered and out of ammo, give it 10 minutes and they'll all be killed or arrested.""<br/>""Alright, General. Any other anti-UAS terrorist movements?""<br/>""Negative."""
8949,2070: The World to Come IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322391,2014-12-07T14:18:00,Princess Kenny,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/yGWr15G.gif""/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 300%; line-height: 116%;"">CANADA</span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">OTTAWA : PARLIAMENT HILL</span></span></div><br/><br/>A cold breeze shocked through the city, the brittle light cast from the distant shadows above seemed to be estimated to excel within the heart of the season, until temperatures were to warm up as spring approached day by day. The clock tower rang several times, initiating the declaration of mid-day, the time whom were the sun is at it's highest, if the sun could even be seen by the winter clouds, people ignored any false approach, and carried with their everyday business. It was nothing spectacular, just a normal day within the city of Ottawa, shops sprung open with civilians walking in any corner of the city.<br/><br/>Time flied by, each hour ticking by constantly, some found it amazing that despite gaining forceful independence from the British and dissolving all ties with the father nation, the clock tower still heavily resembled Big Ben. Night fall had arrive, marking new plans to be constructed. Quebecois riots were to be expected, however negotiations had been successful during the past week, expectations of a announcement of a referendum were high, hoping to maintain Canadian independence and neutrality, as well as foreign opinion through ""making the right choice"". Hundreds of people began to step forward within the area, most of them past or present protesters for Quebec, others were police in case anything went wrong. Unlike the situation in Quebec City, Ottawa-Police-Qubecois relations were at all time high thanks to common interest.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/Ywy8qnN.jpg""/></div><br/><br/>A display of lights were cast upon Parliament hill, impatience grew from the most extreme rioters whom had been known for previous arrests, the announcement from a unknown speaker in the distance highlighted on a loud, high-tech stereo was projected, briefly discussing the history of Canada, Canadian interests such as neutrality and trade, as well as claims over the Northwest passage and how resolution after resolution, meeting after meeting cooled the tension previously forged.<br/><br/>The lights were shut, and a man with a all-black tuxedo step forward, judging by the newly arranged policies it was unknown at the time who the man was, the clenched his fists together and nodded up, and began to speak the following words.<br/><br/>""We are amid a crisis, projected underneath our beloved nation. As tensions arise from the distant world, thy, and us too ought to keep out of it's path for a greater good. This leaves us caught up within our own issues in debate. Since our independence period, the province of Quebec is-,and I hate to say it, one of the most troublesome regions we'd have, epically in the recent years.<br/><br/>Yes indeed, following our recent reports from the mans themselves we have received order of our final conclusion of the month. Not to beat around the bush, a referendum will be scheduled 6 months from now. The original plan was to schedule it a far 2 years ahead, however we have came to the point that.. it won't be possible within that time period, for positive and negative results.""<br/><br/>Cheering shouted out from the audience in front, multiple Quebecois civilians watching the live stream followed, QNM reports would silence for nearly 2 weeks. This was hoped to, although possibly the end of a non-independent Quebec, the end of violence within the province. Or so it was<br/>thought, as the Anglo-Canadian majority was concerned about this, the most influential and intelligent politicians of both the remainder of Canada and Quebec predicted that this would not end well, and neither side would get the worst of it.<br/><br/>The man opened his arms, and several aircraft flew behind him, honouring this event. Shortly after the announcement, propaganda posters sprung up like a disease, most of them, aside from ""Yes Canada"" and ""Yes Quebec"" were put up without the approval and/or recognition of parliament. Most of the concentration of these posters were put up in a area with a majority of a certain side, to avoid the extension of violence. As the Quebecois party in power was dubbed, unpredictable, and radical for desires. Montreal was caught within the crossfire of this, having a large English minority. The fate of unity was held by a thread.<br/><br/>Outside of internal issues, trade continued to excel in major ports such as Vancouver, whom had been the hotspot for Pacific North American trade, with increased environmentally friendly factories within British Columbia and Ontario, this benefited East and West trade nodes, as a effort to meet demands. The Canadian foreign policy, is continuing to silence itself, concerning it's neutrality, and not wanting to be involved in any conflict."
8950,2070: The World to Come IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322391,2014-12-07T15:43:00,New Granadeseret,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Communiqués</span><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">*Code Black* (Upmost secrecy, use all encryption methods nessicery to keep out )<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">From</span>: IDENTITY CLASSIFIED; Representing the Islamic People's Hashishin<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">To</span>: IDENTITY CLASSIFIED; Representing the Federal Republic of Russia<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Both of our nations face a sever threat from the existence of that horrific amalgamation in the Balkans. Not only have they shown blatent disregard for national soverginity to fuel their delusions of grandeur, but have forces dangerously close to your main grain production in Ukraine and our own capital. The redemption of the Albano-Balkan's eastern peoples would not only be a great morale good, but a boon to both of our nations. It is our suggestion that we co-operate to funnel support, money, and supplies to Romanian nationalist groups and factions in the local governments, in hopes of breaking the weak chains of Albanian rule. What say you?</div></div></div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">*Code White* (Unencrypted; open for preview by the media)</blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">From:</span>The<span style=""font-style: italic"">Sublime Porte </span>of the Caliphatal League of Islamic Peoples<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">To:</span>The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of The United Kingdom of Northern Europe<br/><br/>As you know, there has been a long-standing peaceful and profitable relation between our two nations. It is because of this, and our trust in your adherence to the dangers of oppressive, unnatural unions of people, as brought about by the great European Union crisis, that we contact you first on the matter of the return of the imperial state to international politics. Chaos and the enteral competition of expansion is not something a nation who seeks to keep an eye on domestic concerns or remain unentagled in high-price games of prestige desires in the world. Because of this, we request your support in The League of Nations to help insure the tragedy of colonialism never again threatens world peace.<br/><br/><br/><br/>[/box]<br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Wherever the UN of this AH is</span><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">To the Assembly of Nations, the following Proposal</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Sponsor: Fassiad Mansour, Delegate for The Caliphatal Union of Islamic Peoples</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Topic: The Status and Self-Determination of Peoples Abroad </span><br/><br/>The Assembly of Nations,<br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Recalling</span> the terrors and great costs of the colonial wars of the 20th century, both to the native peoples and competing colonial powers, and the ever-rising ratio of damages to gains as technology improved,<br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Having Studied</span> the post-colonial issues that faced the African content during the late 20t and early 21st century, largely as a result of arbitrary imposed borders, lack of local self-governance, and insufficient economic investment by colonial powers, creating poverty and misery for colonial peoples, though not to the level of direct colonization,<br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Reaffirming</span> the founding principals of this organization, namely to protect to create a stable, peaceful international system and protect the voice and self-determination of all peoples,<br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Fully Believing</span> in the continued merit of the above ideals, even more so with over an additional century of experience and social advancement behind us,<br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Noting with deep concern</span> the advancement of neo-colonial ideals among the government of several nations, or the continued existence of territorial actions resulting from such ideals; pointing in particular to the officially declared 'colony' of Yemen. <br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Desiring</span> the continuation of peace and mutual prosperity among nations, particularly in an era when war can be so destructive to innocent civilians. <br/><br/>declare the following to be our opinions and recommendations to the international community <br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Trusts</span> that all member states will show due restraint in the use of military force, particularly when it is being applied on enemy territory.<br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Deplores</span> the current situation of the Arabic peoples of Yemen, who have for over a half century been denied their rights of political participation. <br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Calls for</span> an internationally-monitored election within Yemen, offering independence (possibly under temporary joint-trusteeship of a selection of neutral nations) for its residents of at least 10 years (To prevent any vote-flooding by any interested party)<br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Reaffirms</span> the Caliph's role as protector of Muslim peoples, and our continued interest in their soverginity and well being.<br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Expresses our hope</span> that fellow nations will learn from the mistakes of the past, particularly when it comes to the sovereign powers of Asia and Africa, who have already suffered from foreign domination once, and likely have no desire to do so again, by pledging to not partake in land-grabbing adventures, and condemn any nation who does.</blockquote>"
8951,2070: The World to Come IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322391,2014-12-08T07:48:00,Cymrea,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i1148.photobucket.com/albums/o567/cambriago13/UKCCoArms_zps1746a3f0.png""/></div><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""color: navy""><span style=""font-size: 250%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">United Kingdom of Northern Europe</span></span></span></div><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""color: #800000""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ministry of Foreign Affairs</span></span></span></div><br/><br/>+++Message incoming+++<br/>+++Destination: Caliphatial League of Islamic Peoples/Sublime Porte+++<br/>+++Authentication Code: Green-Zeta-Six-Eight......AUTHENTIC+++<br/><br/>+++Message begins:<br/>The United Kingdom of Northern Europe holds as axiomatic the stance that imperialism is an undesireable and ultimately unsuccessful form of government. Overt colonialism is no longer a tenable practice and has not been for nearly two centuries. Occupation with the intent of guidance to independence, safeguarding human equalities and inherent liberties, and humanitarian assistance are considered an integral part of national reformation, however, and the UK remains committed to those principles and supports any nation adhering to them.<br/><br/>Further, the UK supports the League of Nations and its ideal of global stability and cooperation. The Caliphatial League may consider the UK in support of the elimination of any overtly colonial endeavours.<br/><br/><br/>Ever in service,<br/><br/>[signed]<br/>Right Honourable Meredith Aurelia Rhys-Jones,<br/>Praetor Extraterritorialis,<br/>Royal Senate,<br/>for His Majesty the King.+++<br/><br/>+++Message ends+++<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">In reply to</span>:<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">*Code White* (Unencrypted; open for preview by the media)</blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">From:</span>The<span style=""font-style: italic"">Sublime Porte</span>of the Caliphatial League of Islamic Peoples<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">To:</span>The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of The United Kingdom of Northern Europe<br/><br/>As you know, there has been a long-standing peaceful and profitable relation between our two nations. It is because of this, and our trust in your adherence to the dangers of oppressive, unnatural unions of people, as brought about by the great European Union crisis, that we contact you first on the matter of the return of the imperial state to international politics. Chaos and the enteral competition of expansion is not something a nation who seeks to keep an eye on domestic concerns or remain unentagled in high-price games of prestige desires in the world. Because of this, we request your support in The League of Nations to help insure the tragedy of colonialism never again threatens world peace.[/box]"
8952,2070: The World to Come IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322391,2014-12-09T14:05:00,Kalifati Arab shqiptar,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/6/6e/Coat_of_arms_of_Albania.svg/397px-Coat_of_arms_of_Albania.svg.png""/></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Government of The Albano-Balkan Federation addresses the World</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Greetings, fellow nations of the Earth.<br/><br/>We are the Balkans Federation. We are a group of Republics which co-operate with each other. The Balkans Federation seeks peace with our allies and annihilation to our enemies. We want to clear out, that we ally ourselves to the Western World, because of the long history, alliances, their acceptance of our ethnicities in their countries and the religion. We are aware that there are separatist groups within our borders, that seek terror and chaos to our country. We make sure that we are prepared and these terrorists will be caught or killed within months. We seek trade with anyone who wants to trade with us and our Federation doesn't let political differences block trades with not-so-friendly nations. </span><br/><br/><div align=""right""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Foreign Minister of Albano-Balkan Federation,<br/>Antonio Samaras</span></div>"
8953,2070: The World to Come IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322391,2014-12-09T16:31:00,Of The Rnclave,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">THE SR-73 ORBITAL SPY PLANE</span></span><br/><br/>The spy plane, one of the few Orbital plane sin the Columbian military, glided gently through space spying upon England, checking on the movements of her enemies military. As it neared its target, the largest British military base, it activate it's thermal cam and began checking over the area and inspecting the British base.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">AMERICAN MEGACITIES</span></span><br/><br/>As the Hyper power of the world grew larger, it came to be known as the nation with the most Mega cities, massive sprawling metropolises with at least 30 Skyscrapers. The UPC had the most UPC the world, as well as the best infrastructure in the world, a benefit of its power as it was. The UPC's mining of the moon had made many precious metals drop and price, but increase their price overseas as the UPC sold them like candy to other nations. All in all, the Columbian giant was allowed to sleep as she grew, and most would prefer it to stay that way."
8954,2070: The World to Come IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322391,2014-12-10T05:03:00,Gyrenaica,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bangkok, Thai province</span><br/>""Sir, border quarrels on the Chinese border have begun to escalate. Just yesterday 3 of our men were killed. I think the DMZ is becoming very militarized."" Reported Sgt General Umason<br/>""If the Chinese want their lost lands back, they can cross the lines. If they cross the lines, I will take the rest of China by force and add it as part of our glorious empire."" Replied King Ubon<br/>""Shall we ready some fleets and send them to Taiwan? Taiwan isn't part of China, so we can station troops there for ""military training."" Or we could say we are helping our Taiwanese allies.""<br/>""That would be great Sgt General. Get at least 1 carrier there too. One of the good ones.""<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Dearest leaders of the Federal Republic of Russia,<br/>I contact you today concerning the nation of China. China has been violating the DMZ between us and them by shooting our people and soldiers. We wish that you be on our side should a war ever break out between Southeast Asia and China.</blockquote>"
8955,2070: The World to Come IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322391,2014-12-10T07:31:00,Cymrea,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Warminster Garrison</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Salisbury Plains</span><br/><br/>Lieutenant Ned Trembley stood out on the commissary green, looking straight up and waving. He had been there all day, just staring up and waving. It was a clear day, a rare bit of sunshine in April.<br/><br/>In one of the many offices with windows onto the green, Captain Henry Uxbridge watched Lieutenant Trembley with a quizzical expression. To his superior officer behind the desk, he asked, ""Has he been at that long?""<br/><br/>Major David Ferguson glanced up from his paper, squinting his eyes and adjusting the ocular implants that corrected his nearsightedness. He cast his gaze out the window at the lieutenant, who continued to stare into the sky and wave. ""Mm...yes. I daresay he has."" Ferguson grunted a brief chuckle. ""Since '66, if I'm not mistaken.""<br/><br/>Uxbridge goggled at the major. ""You're joking! That man has been doing...<span style=""font-style: italic"">that</span>...for the past four years?""<br/><br/>Returning his focus to his paper, Ferguson remarked, ""He has. In fact, it's his one job.""<br/><br/>Uxbridge's eyebrows furrowed, trying to decide if the major was having him on. Ferguson noticed and smiled. ""But...why?"" asked Uxbridge.<br/><br/>Major Ferguson set his paper down and looked out to the seemingly lunatic officer again. He sighed, as if saying<span style=""font-style: italic"">there but for the grace of God go I</span>. ""It's quite simple, really: Warminster is Greater Britain's largest military installation. The defence ministry knows perfectly well that all of our enemies -<span style=""font-style: italic"">and</span>most likely our friends - will be lobbing spycraft over our heads to take a peek.<br/><br/>""Tell me captain, if you were an intelligence analyst examining covertly obtained images of a foreign base, and you found an image of some yob staring up at your cams and waving, wouldn't you find that just a wee bit unsettling?""<br/><br/>Uxbridge digested that for a moment. ""Yes, sir. I suppose I would, at that.""<br/><br/>Settling back to his paper, Ferguson said, ""There you are, Captain. We can't stop all the spy planes from peeking. But we can bloody well give them something to peek at."""
8956,2070: The World to Come IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322391,2014-12-10T12:38:00,Of The Rnclave,"<blockquote><div><cite>Cymrea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322391&amp;p=22747087#p22747087"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Warminster Garrison</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Salisbury Plains</span><br/><br/>Lieutenant Ned Trembley stood out on the commissary green, looking straight up and waving. He had been there all day, just staring up and waving. It was a clear day, a rare bit of sunshine in April.<br/><br/>In one of the many offices with windows onto the green, Captain Henry Uxbridge watched Lieutenant Trembley with a quizzical expression. To his superior officer behind the desk, he asked, ""Has he been at that long?""<br/><br/>Major David Ferguson glanced up from his paper, squinting his eyes and adjusting the ocular implants that corrected his nearsightedness. He cast his gaze out the window at the lieutenant, who continued to stare into the sky and wave. ""Mm...yes. I daresay he has."" Ferguson grunted a brief chuckle. ""Since '66, if I'm not mistaken.""<br/><br/>Uxbridge goggled at the major. ""You're joking! That man has been doing...<span style=""font-style: italic"">that</span>...for the past four years?""<br/><br/>Returning his focus to his paper, Ferguson remarked, ""He has. In fact, it's his one job.""<br/><br/>Uxbridge's eyebrows furrowed, trying to decide if the major was having him on. Ferguson noticed and smiled. ""But...why?"" asked Uxbridge.<br/><br/>Major Ferguson set his paper down and looked out to the seemingly lunatic officer again. He sighed, as if saying <span style=""font-style: italic"">there but for the grace of God go I</span>. ""It's quite simple, really: Warminster is Greater Britain's largest military installation. The defence ministry knows perfectly well that all of our enemies - <span style=""font-style: italic"">and</span> most likely our friends - will be lobbing spycraft over our heads to take a peek.<br/><br/>""Tell me captain, if you were an intelligence analyst examining covertly obtained images of a foreign base, and you found an image of some yob staring up at your cams and waving, wouldn't you find that just a wee bit unsettling?""<br/><br/>Uxbridge digested that for a moment. ""Yes, sir. I suppose I would, at that.""<br/><br/>Settling back to his paper, Ferguson said, ""There you are, Captain. We can't stop all the spy planes from peeking. But we can bloody well give them something to peek at.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The spy plane pilot shook his head, the British had been doing that since the UPC had invented orbital spy planes. He snapped several more snapshots, using the thermal and X-Ray camera to scan over the entire compound. After a few more snapshots he swooped away, gliding gently along the edge of the atmosphere.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">GODS THUNDER TESTING LAUNCH</span></span><br/><br/>Finally, the UPC's focus in space weapons had payed off. They had completed their Kinetic weapon, the Gods Thunder kinetic weapons platform. Today they would test it upon a decommissioned aircraft carrier. At 7:00pm Central standard time, the UPC launched a Kinetic Weapon. The tungsten missile burst through the atmosphere at speeds reaching Mach ten, the tungsten missile reaching the carrier barely a minute later, the ship practically imploding from the force. But a major worry was made over Tsunamis caused by the sheer force the weapon exerted. This test was aimed at the main rivals of the UPC, Russia, and England."
8957,2070: The World to Come IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322391,2014-12-10T15:33:00,Kalifati Arab shqiptar,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Moldovan-Ukranian border</span></span><br/><br/>Moldova wasn't part of the Federation but the Federation and the Moldovian counterparts, signed the<br/>CSP(Co-operation & Strategic Pact), which allows the Balkans Defence Force to help and move freely inside the Moldovan territory.<br/><br/>It was a sunny day and as always, the military aides from the Balkans were training the underfunded, poorly trained Moldovian army. 40 km away, the border with the Russia's Republic of Ukraine, stood tall and mildly fortified. The border has seen some incidents in the past, the worst one when 10 Moldovian soldiers and 7 Russians were left dead after a 27 hours of gunfight.<br/>A Romanian border guard, part of CSP agreement, was looking through his digital binoculars, scanning the border. Something caught his eye. He was shocked. At least 100 hover tanks were making their way to the border. The soldier promptly punched the alarm button.<br/><br/>In 15 minutes, 4000 Moldovian and Balkan soldiers deployed to the border. The Commander of the garrison took his radio that was connected to a PR system. He spoke in Russian:<br/><br/>""Rossiyskiye soldaty. Vy proshli neytral'noy oblasti. Otstupleniye ot posledstviy ploshchad' ili litsa""<br/><br/>The tanks stopped. No response from the tanks. They just stood there. It was nerves contest. Both sides waited for the other one to act.<br/>After 5 hours of nuclear chess, the garrison's commander ordered Special Team Alpha, a group of heavily augmented soldiers, to be present. The Team were deployed and advanced towards the tanks.<br/>They joined the ""staring"" contest. Tensions were rising, still no word from the Russian counterparts, the commander took the radio and said:<br/>""Posledniy shans, ne delayut mne nachat' mirovuyu voynu.""..."
8958,2070: The World to Come IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322391,2014-12-10T18:16:00,New Cobastheia,"<dl class=""codebox""><dt>Code: <a href=""#"" onclick=""selectCode(this); return false;"">Select all</a></dt><dd><code>TO: The United Kingdom of Northern Europe<br/>FROM: The First Kingdom of Iberia<br/>ENCRYPTION: Low<br/>Hello my friends to the north. Today I wish for you to consider giving the land know as Gibraltar. After all this land was originally Spanish and this nation is known as Iberia. And as our name states, we wish to have all of Iberia under our borders. We are willing to trade this 2mi long piece of land. We don't really know what you want through so just tell us what you wish to trade and then we can begin negotiations.<br/>Signed, Prime Minster Isabella Suárez</code></dd></dl><br/><br/>As Isabella wrote this message up and sent it she was wondering if the UK was willing to give Gibraltar to Iberia. After all the commonwealth was set up for a reason. But then again Spain never tried that hard to get the land back peacefully. And then there parliament might have to vote on the issue in which several of there members might vote not to give back the land. Most likely the members that are part of the British Nationalist Party all the others could be willing to give it up or not. To Iberia, The UK's parliament was confusing. The one in Iberia was small and only consisted of a few members. The UK's had several members for each country that used to exist inside it's borders.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 85%; line-height: 116%;"">OCC: I based the parliament off there current system. If it changed, just tell me in the OCC and I'll correct it here.</span>"
8959,2070: The World to Come IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322391,2014-12-11T10:45:00,Arvenia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cape Town, South Africa</span><br/>The South African military is developing a weapon known as ""Black Death"". Unlike the similarily-named plague in the medieval Europe, this weapon shots explosive toxic energy. It is still in development since right now.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Kinshasa, Zaire</span><br/>The small-scale conflicts returns to Zaire, but less active than the large-scale wars in the early 21st Century."
8960,2070: The World to Come IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322391,2014-12-11T17:25:00,New Granadeseret,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://hub.tv-ark.org.uk/images/International/international_images/middle_east_images/AlJazeera/aljazeera_main_id_2004a.jpg""/></div><br/><br/>""... things were tense today in the Chamber of Deputies, as Islamic party chairman Jalal Zubayr once again put forth his party's controversial Palestinian Nationalities Act, as a response to the pair of Hebrew suicide bombing attempts on the Al-Aqsa Mosque Mosque and Dome of the Prophet earlier this week. The act, which would require all peoples with Jewish parents or grandparents to report themselves upon entering or al-Quds/Jerusalem any of the city's religious buildings, has already been debated several times in the past following previous similar attacks, but recent reports that one of the perpetrators, Moses Braun, had implanted a dirty bomb inside his stomach, public pressure has forced the issue to the floor once again. Social-Democratic chairman Abdul El-Zad, a stalwart opponent of the bill and supported by the Progress minority and various civil rights groups, have called the act an 'abominable violation of basic civil liberties, more fitting to the evils of the Second Great War than a modern, tolerant state"". Supporters of the bill, which include the entirety of the Islamic party and most of the representives from the Jerusalem and Beirut Vilayets, points to the rising rate of Hebrew terrorist actions in northern Jerusalem and an uptick in radical speech coming out of Tel Aviv and declares the measures nessicery for the security of Caliphatal civilians and the preservation of the region's religious and cultural landmarks, pointing out last year's strike on The Church of the Holy Sepulchre. Various members of the religious establishment, local groups and key military figures in the Levantine Command, including regional commander Talak Pasha, have all given their endorsement to the bill, while the mayor of Tel Aviv and various Hebrew organizations have voiced major opposition, including a standing protest in front of Dolmabahçe Palace. The debate is scheduled to end in two days, with current survey's showing 109 votes for and 97 votes against, with 153 left undecided. Sultan-Caliph Mahmud III is expected to weigh in at tomorrow's weekly press conference.""<br/><br/>""In international news, reports have come in from the Balkan-Russian border of a military stand-off, as Russian and Albano-Romanian troops both converge on the borders of Moldova. As of yet their is no evidence of gunfire, and reporters in Keiv, Chișinău, and Bucharest were unable to get any official reports form the local commands, but federal armored forces have been seen being deployed on both sides. Despite these events, naval exercises by the Islamic Marine in the southern Black Sea have not been canceled, and representatives in The League of Nations remains notably silent. Official petitions from the Sublime Porte have been sent to both Petrograd Tirana, requesting an explanation for the build-up and suggesting a public dialogue at the League of Nations headquarters in Bern."""
8961,2070: The World to Come IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322391&start=25,2014-12-12T15:08:00,Soviet Chernarus,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ciudad del Este Military Base<br/>Province of Paraguay<br/>The United Provinces of the Rio de la Plata</span><br/><br/>The military base had never been quiet; it was also one of the largest military bases in the nation, due to it being situated next to the Brazilian border, who the United Provinces had very chilly relations with. Now, that tensions were rising between the two, both economic and military powerhouses in South America, a steady stream of troops and supplies had begun to arrive at the base. Construction for a new section of barracks was scheduled in a week. The base had been put on high alert by the Rio de la Platan General Staff, for they feared a possible military confrontation with the larger, and more advanced Brazilian military.<br/><br/>All theoughout the base soldiers were engaged in harsh, almost cruel training by their superior officers. They performed back breaking labor, pulling heavy gear and supplies. They did complex military maneuvers and drills over and over again. Some were assigned to various work details regarding the expansion of the base, as if they were nothing more than just inmates in a prison camp for captured soldiers. However, in the President's eyes, it was absolutely necessary to do this - war could break out any day, and they needed to keep the soldiers in top fighting condition. While there was a pushing movement to stop this, it had not gained any momentum yet.<br/><br/>The commander of the base, Colonel Carlos Perón stared out of the base's building where he practically lived in. A small distance away the city of Ciudad del Este was in view, the towering skyscrapers looming over the base. In the clear blue sky he could easily spot a military plane, probably conducting a routine patrol from the nearby airfield. While the Rio de la Platan military had improved significantly after Brazil and the United Provinces stand off in the 2020 and 2030s, he feared that the La Platan military would be no match for their Brazilian counterpart, who possessed many advantages over them.<br/><br/>He turned, glancing at the calendar that was always plastered on the wall. Tomorrow he had a meeting with the 'Big Five', the other commanders of the largest bases located on the Brazilian-La Platan border. Together they would make up the primary defense in the case that Brazil launched an invasion, and it was imperative that they plan together and routinely meet as to discuss further strategies, Brazilian military activity and movements, and various other things related to this. He was not looking forward to this, as they seemed to never agree on anything.<br/><br/>Perón still couldn't shake off his feeling of uneasiness. He had begun to feel it after the end of the last meeting with the Big Five. It made him a bit queasy, and sometimes it would give him small headaches and even chest and back pain, although he wasn't sure why. It was the stress, he said to himself over and over again, but he had his doubts.<br/><br/>The Colonel decided he would eat first, to help him think more clearly. It was nearing lunch time; he would have time to go over things later."
8962,2070: The World to Come IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322391&start=25,2014-12-13T16:12:00,Kalifati Arab shqiptar,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""> Embassy, Moscow, Russia</span></span><br/><br/>SIS had gone crazy. Arben Barleti, the officer in the embassy was trying to cool down the Director of Intelligence Services calling from Tirana.<br/><br/>""WHAT IS THIS?! WHERE WAS THE INFORMATION FROM YOUR AGENTS?!""- yelled the Director.<br/>""Sir, we are---"", but the officer was intereupted.<br/>""You are worthless, that's what you are! Millions of Leks, and a century of tradition, and this is the result?!"" The officer took a deep breath and responded;<br/>""Sir, Moscow has gone dark. We had no activity in the radio. Strange, but less activity has been recorded among civilians. My guys see less people everyday. TVs aren't transmiting anything--""<br/>""Anything important?"" asked the Director, nervosity was easily seen in his voice.<br/>""--at all. Just buzzing. Sir, something really weird is happening over here. I request full evacuation of Emabssy's staff and us too.""<br/>""Request accepted. A squadron of V-tols will arrive in your location. We *buzz then cut*"".<br/>The whole embassy goes dark.<br/>""What happened?"" said one of the contact officers. ""Anyone has a flashlight?""<br/>""Mine's not working.""<br/>""Mine too."" One of the agents who had flares, approched Arben and asked; ""EMP?"" Arben nodded. The agent lighted another flare and ordered; ""All right! Everybody to the roof! Sir, let's go.""<br/>The building shaked, then various explosions were heard. The civilians gasped. Something really bad was happening in Moscow.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">State's Intelligence Service HQ, Tirana, Republic of Albania</span></span><br/><br/>The Director, Mario Bogdovic, was signing a few papers and at the same time he was asking one of his aides about the cut of communication with anyone in Russia.<br/>""Sir, our satellites that were monitoring Western Russia and Eastern Europe, acknowledged that every electric object of infrastructure is out of order. Even the tank batallion in Moldovia has stopped working. Chain explosions has been observed too. Mainly military installations and power nodes, bu the most shocking is the destruction of Kremlin."" The people around gasped and looked the aide. ""Sir, we must send someone to extract our people. Our analysts suspect a possinble coup d'etat or an organised revolution.""<br/>""My God. I will meet the President to ask him about the extraction. Russia is near collapse, isn't it?""<br/>""It already started, sir."""
8963,2070: The World to Come IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322391&start=25,2014-12-13T16:15:00,Arvenia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Capital of Madagascar</span><br/>The Madagascarian people are celebrating the anniversary of the Madagascarian military regime downfall.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Capital of Namibia</span><br/>The Namibian people are having trades every hour."
8964,2070: The World to Come IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322391&start=25,2014-12-14T06:41:00,Gyrenaica,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bangkok, Thai province</span><br/>By order of the King, now president, the Southeast Asian Empire is transitioning to a federal democracy. Every nation under the rule is given almost full autonomy under the federal flag.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Dearest Britain,<br/><br/>My friends, it is time we engage trade relations as we both can benefit in our economies.</blockquote>"
8965,2070: The World to Come IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322391&start=25,2014-12-14T07:26:00,Zechaslavia,OOC: Can someone link the OOC
8966,2070: The World to Come IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322391&start=25,2014-12-14T09:59:00,New Granadeseret,"<blockquote><div><cite>Zechaslavia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322391&amp;p=22792485#p22792485"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: Can someone link the OOC</div></blockquote><br/><br/><a class=""postlink-local"" href=""http://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321989"">viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321989</a>"
8967,2070: The World to Come IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322391&start=25,2014-12-15T16:04:00,Of The Rnclave,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">I DREAM OF COLUMBIA</span></span><br/><br/>Manufacturing within the UPC was some of the bets in the world, and was the most advanced of that matter. People worked all day to finish light and heavy industry, then went home, happy with the 15$ and hour common for most jobs like factory worker and construction worker. After work, one might go and eat at SubWay, the most popular restaurant in the UPC. After dinner one might go watch a sports game, or marvel at the lights and splendor of one of the 63 Mega Cities of the UPC. One could even marvel at the infrastructure if the nation, it being the most advanced and efficient in the world. A city of Skyscrapers is what one would call a Mega City, each sprawling 3k-4k meter high building connected by bridges and the streets below covered in Hydrogen cars. Each Mega City contained at least 2 air ports, so people could even watch the planes take off if they so wished. In the southern district, one could buy Marjjunah or other recreational drugs if they were stressed, or stop at a gym, to work it off. If convicted of a felony, you would see those men and women working with drones, construction nots and workers to Buick and upgrade bridges or roads, this being a constant need in the UPC, workers building and fixing bridges, roads and buildings all day long for some of the best wages. If you served in the military, you could stay in base, or travel out to party, drink or sharpen your skills at the many ranges located in the city. This was all just part of life in Columbia, and no one really wanted it change that."
8968,Girls und Panzer: Ride the Tiger Episode 01 (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322440,2014-12-03T19:17:00,Stormhound,"<div align=""Center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://s30.postimg.org/50xcug5a9/50e39342e70f0cd1e562194e542a6a3d1383356731_full.jpg""/></div><br/>The sun rose above the school ship known as Reiver Academy, and the birds seemed to come to life, chirping cheerfully and spreading their wings, enjoying the warm but breezy morning. Below them, students pointed and smiled. Soon, however, Fall would be coming, and the cute little creatures would begin migrating.<br/><br/>The various students, organized into self-appointed cliques, based on collective shared interests, stood at the garage door for what appeared to be hours.<br/><br/>Finally, their patience paid off when the door creaked and began to open. As it did, they could see four pairs of pale legs, before the door opened high enough to reveal the faces of the student council. Georgia Smith stood with an apple in hand, chomping down on the fruit, before another council member tapped her on the shoulder.<br/><br/>After swallowing the chunk of fruit she had in her mouth, Georgia started. ""Welcome to the school's new panzer program."" behind her, at the back of the garage, were a variety of different tanks, ranging from light to mediums.<br/><br/>""Well, aren't you going to come in?"""
8969,Girls und Panzer: Ride the Tiger Episode 01 (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322440,2014-12-05T03:33:00,Romus Maximus,"Valerie turned to her friends and they smiled and all began to walk in. They had discussed what tank they were hoping for and had decided on an ISU-152, but that wasn't likely. As they walked in Antina turned to the student council, ""So, vhat tanks do ve have? Are they any good or just in parts?""<br/>She was quickly slapped in a friendly way (meaning not too hard) by Dalla, ""That was a little rude don't ya think? They're still giving us free tanks. I heard some schools make ya pay."" Elise strutted between the two girls, ""Oh, be quiet you two. Can't you get along for one moment?"" Before they could respond Jennifer pushed them further in and then to opposite sides of the group."
8970,Girls und Panzer: Ride the Tiger Episode 01 (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322440,2014-12-05T03:57:00,Republic of Hasgriu,"Luba Ivanov strutted into the garage cockily, ceremonial sword at her side, and approached one of the lighter tanks in the complex, a BT-7. After inspecting it thoroughly, she announced,""This Glorious Russian BT-7 is mine!"" Ninel Sokoloff walked up to Luba and tapped her shoulder, reminding her,""It's ours, not just yours."" Luba just shrugged and said,""Da, da, whatever."" Meanwhile, Aglaya Konstantinov just leaned on the tank's hull and listened to her music player."
8971,Girls und Panzer: Ride the Tiger Episode 01 (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322440,2014-12-05T09:43:00,Lingria,"Tinuyosha walked slowly into the garage,When she finally reached the German Sector of tanks Erika spoke up ""Should we use the Panzer II or Panzer III?"" ""I think we're gonna use the Panzer III Ausf. A"" Tinuyosha told Erika,Sakura eyes brightened when she saw that the team has chosen the Panzer III Ausf. A ""This is going to be awesome"" she told herself Tinuyosha jumped up onto the Panzer's Hatch and looked inside of it.With her team behind her she told the Georgia that they would like to use the Panzerkampfwagen III Ausf. A"
8972,Girls und Panzer: Ride the Tiger Episode 01 (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322440,2014-12-05T11:19:00,Rynagria,"Prior to the doors noisily opening, the girl had stuck together, slightly separated from the rest of the group. Like usual, Fumiko was close by Maiko, who was conversing with Nagisa about the online tank game they played. Meanwhile, Saki and Iona where already having a serious conversation on the crew arrangement of the tank they could be placed in, both of their arms crossed in front of them. Iona took off her glasses momentarily, habitually cleaning the lenses with her uniform, then placing them back on once finished and resuming their discussion.<br/><br/>""I think it's settled that Nagisa should remain the driver, since she did score higher in the proficiency test than Fumiko, and for Maiko to keep the gunner position. Thoughts on the matter?"" Stated Iona, as she looked back at the three who were talking about some online game they play, and returning her gaze to Saki.<br/><br/>""No objections here, now the only thing to decide is where to put Fumiko........"" Replied Saki, as she pinched her chin lightly, after nodding at the Valentine commander's suggestion. This catching Fumiko's ears, gently tapped Maiko's shoulder to get her attention, the taller girl turning around.<br/><br/>""What is it Fumiko-san?"" Maiko asked, leaning down to the girl, since Fumiko only whispered thins to her. The timid girl would say something, and Maiko understanding the girl's request, in which hollered at the commanders. ""Yo!""<br/><br/>""Huh? Oh, what is it Maiko?"" Responded Iona.<br/><br/>""Fumiko says she want to be the loader, since she she knows that she was terrible at driving tanks in the first place, maybe she can get be better at loading.""<br/><br/>""She does have a point........ I think we should it Iona, and I think overall that would be the best decision for the team, since if we placed her at the radio, she'll starting having an attack."" Agreed Saki, acknowledging the tendency of Fumiko to breakdown when she doesn't see her, the event where that happened flashing across her mind. ""......... And I think should be the Radio Operator as well, since if we're going with compatibility, you would the preferred commander of the turret. Not to mention that I've done radio work with the T-70.""<br/><br/>""I see the angle from where you're coming from..... Okay, let's do it."" Reluctantly answered Iona, before going along with it, her serious demeanor fading away. She then gave a massive hug to the significantly taller girl, Nagisa getting their attention with a shout.<br/><br/>""Look! Look! The doors opened!"" She yelled.<br/><br/>After swallowing the chunk of fruit she had in her mouth, what they can assume the leader of the class, started. ""Welcome to the school's new panzer program."" behind her, at the back of the garage, were a variety of different different tanks, ranging from light to medium. ""Well, aren't you going in?""<br/><br/>Giving all attention to her, the five friends walked up to her and have a small bow, before introducing themselves to her. It would be Saki to speak to her first, ""We're transfers, so it's nice to meet you....... So ma'am, do we pick our tanks or were already designated one?""<br/><br/>Seemingly ignoring them, Nagisa curled her hand into a fist and wanted to charge Georgia, but calmed when Maiko placed her hand on her shoulder and shook her head. Iona taking charge of the situation, lead them all away from the carefree student council president, ending up in front of a T-28 Medium. Saki just looked at it, as she analyzed it's every feature and part, noticing the state it was in. The paint was a little chipped, there were so dents on certain parts of armor, and rust covered some of it.<br/><br/>""From what I can remember in that god awful tank encyclopedia our student council president made us memorize, this if Soviet design, made before the war, and it has paper thin armor."" Informed Saki, looking over it once more to verify her statement, not wanting to unintentionally misleading her crew.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">THONK!</span><br/><br/>Like lightning, Iona had punched the front of the tank, her whole body shaking from the pain of doing so. ""I-It doesn't have paper thin armor..... Anyways, let's make friends with this tank! I'm sure it's been lonely without a crew, so come on and hop in, let's see how this thin works."" She managed to say quietly, before retracting her hand rubbing it, giving them a smile. Their orders given, Maiko, Iona, and Fumiko went into the turret through the top hatch. Saki and Nagisa going in their respective compartments."
8973,Girls und Panzer: Ride the Tiger Episode 01 (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322440,2014-12-05T12:35:00,Perestroikavo,"The five girls waited eagerly for the garage door to open, ignoring whatever the class president was saying. Instead, they were chatting amongst themselves. ""I think we should go for some heavy armor!"" Natalia nearly screamed. ""We could smash all of our foes with impunity!"" The others all shook their heads, before Sasha spoke up. ""I don't think there will be any heavy armor. Remember, the school just restarted their Sensha-Do program."" Natalia simply hung her head, and looked at her feet for a moment. ""Okay then."" When the door squealed open, they calmly walked in. All the good german tanks appeared to have been taken already, and the group was disappointed when someone claimed the BT-7.<br/><br/>""Duck waffle krowlings."" They all looked at Viktoriya expectantly, and finally, Vladmira spoke up. ""Over there."" She pointed at a machine that looked like a taller, thinner version of a T-34. The group quickly made their way over to it before Alexei spoke, a rarity. ""A20 light tank. Prototype for the T-34. Fast, well armored and a good radio."" Before another word was uttered, Natalia screamed out across the garage again. ""We get the T20 thingy!"" Sasha spoke up again. ""Natalia, its an A20. And are we all sure that this was the tank we wanted? A nod and a smile from Alexei confirmed that she wanted it, and Vladmira looked expectantly at Viktoriya. Viktoriya cleared her throat before speaking. ""I think that this will be a good toy."" Despite the baffled faces from the others, Vladmira simply confirmed it with a nod. ""We both want it, if you guys do. Besides, we can upgrade to a heavy tank later."" Alexei, to everyone's surprise, scrambled into the gunner's seat. ""Dibs."" She spoke very softly, and was barely heard. Immedietley, the rest of the girls clamoured into positions. Viktoriya at commander, Vladmira at driver, Sasha at the radio position. That left one out. Natalia.<br/><br/>She began sobbing. ""How could you *sniff* leave me out of this?"" Trying to soothe, Sasha spoke. ""We didn't leave you out! You're our... uh... cheerleader! You will rally the crowds with us while we drive, and when we get a KV or other heavy tank, you can load!"" The group wasn't sure how she would take it. Natalia's face quivered for another moment, and she burst out into tears again. Only, happy tears. ""Thank you so much, you won't regret this! I'll be the best cheerloader ever!"" The mixing of the words made the girls laugh, as they all clamoured out and began to look over their damaged tank prototype. Vladmira was the downer. ""We need to fix this. At the least, the engine needs replaced and these holes need patched."" Viktoriya pointed again. ""Mechanical square!"" With a turn of the head, they discovered that an engine was actually sitting behind the tank, just needing to be installed. In fact, it was shiny, and looked new. The engine compartment was open, and a pulley was above. Natalia cleared her throat. ""Well, I guess we should get to work..."" The five girls pondered how to best install the engine, and decided that they would ask a teacher in a bit, or perhaps have some of the others help them with it."
8974,Girls und Panzer: Ride the Tiger Episode 01 (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322440,2014-12-05T13:43:00,West Suburbia,"The Polish, Ukrainian, and Chinese girls that formed to-be-soon Team White Eagle stood a fair distance from the rest of the main group, waiting as everybody else was doing for the garage doors to open. Lian stood some distance from Svetlana and Christina, drawing a peony on a sketchpad with a red colored pencil. When the garage doors opened, Christina nudged Svetlana . ""Finally, they opened the doors!"" she said excitedly.<br/><br/>""Finally,"" grunted Svetlana. She sighed with exasperation. ""Standing around wasn't all a waste of time then,""<br/><br/>Christina's excitement was dampened a little bit when she saw the student council standing inside the garage. Christina firmly believed the student council to be self-appointed and vain, that they were secretly ruling the school and making decisions without consulting any of the administration. Frowning, she listened quietly as Georgia Smith, with an apple in her hand, spoke for a brief moment.<br/><br/>After Smith had finished, several groups marched into the garage to claim their tanks. Christina assumed it was a come first, get first situation. Looking at Svetlana, Christina nodded. ""Let's go get our tank?""<br/><br/>""We get to choose?"" Svetlana asked, a eyebrow arching up. But Christina had already grabbed her hand and pulled her toward the garage. Grumbling something about touching her in Russian, Svetlana let herself be half dragged over to the huge garage. Glancing behind her shoulder, she saw Lian still standing there. drawing something on her notebook.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Aw,really? Was that girl even listening? Why is she with us anyways? She's just going to be useless...</span><br/><br/>""Lian! Let's go, you don't want to miss out!"" Christina shouted as she reached the entrance of the garage.<br/><br/>Lian looked up from her sketchpad. Taking in everything that was happening at the current moment, she tucked her pencil behind her ear and hurried to catch up with Christina and Svetlana, shuffling along in a kind of way. Once the 3 girls entered the musty smelling garage, they stopped and stared at the number of armored vehicles that stood before them. Most of them looked rusted and old, relics that more belonged in museums to be admired, not to be manned and used for a sport. But, Christina knew, the rules of Sensha-do called for any tank planned to be used or being used by August 1945. Pursing her lips, she watched silently as some other groups claimed their tanks almost immediately. She didn't know what to pick.<br/><br/>""So?"" Svetlana asked as Lian bumped behind her, absorbed in her drawing once more. ""Which one?""<br/><br/>""Let's walk around. Maybe we can find something we all like,"" Christina then directed the group around the garage. With each tank they passed by, Svetlana scrunched up her face. Christina made several little comments. Lian, who looked up every 5 minutes from her sketchpad, just shrugged. To Christina, all of the tanks looked ridiculously antiqued and thus unsafe to operate.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Where are those famous Shermans? The T-34s? The Panthers?</span>Albeit disappointed at the collection which looked like it came out of a junkyard, Christina continued on, until she rounded around a Renault FT.<br/><br/>A tank stood before her in the corner. It was old and shabby, like the rest of the collection, but it appealed to her mind. She remembered seeing the tank somewhere, somewhere when she lived in Poland...<br/><br/>""What is that?"" she asked, pointing it out. Svetlana shrugged and crossed her arms.<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-size: 85%; line-height: 116%;"">It's a 7PT</span>,"" came Lian's very quiet voice. Turning around, Christina saw Lian with a phone in her hand, the glow of the screen on her face. The sketchpad was in her other hand. ""<span style=""font-size: 85%; line-height: 116%;"">Polish light tank. Used in the Second World War, during the Invasion of Poland, by the Polish Armed Forces. It was a Polish modification of the ubiquitous 1930s Vickers 6 ton, with a better engine, armament, ventilation, armor, a Gundlach periscope, and radio. Armament, 37mm Swedish Bofors anti-tank gun and Ckm wz. 30 7.92mm machine gun. Crew, three. Speed, 37 kilometers per hour."" </span><br/><br/>""Polish..."" Christina's face broadened into a smile. Going up to the tank, she placed a hand on the sloped upper glacis. This tank here was a relic of her country's mostly turbulent history. Turning to the others, smile still retained on her face, she said, ""I think this one will do.""<br/><br/>Svetlana sighed. ""If you want it... better then no tank at all.""<br/><br/>Lian gave a very slight nod.<br/><br/>""Ok, then..."" Christina turned back to the tank. ""We will claim this 7TP, as..Team White Eagle?"""
8975,Girls und Panzer: Ride the Tiger Episode 01 (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322440,2014-12-05T14:22:00,North Arkana,"""Wahoo! This is awesome! I finally get to command a tank!"" Kat shouted, rather close to Saya's ear as doors opened. ""I wonder what kind we'll get! It's gonna be awesome though!""<br/>Kat sprinted through the open doors, followed at a more sensible pace by her four friends.<br/>""Good lord, that girl can be such a pain sometimes,"" Saya mutters.<br/>Maya smiles slightly.<br/>""She's just excited to finally be fulfilling her dream. I'm sure we're all just as excited as she is.""<br/>Misaka peers out from behind Hina, who's silently observing her friends and the other teams while scrolling through a internet site about tanks on her phone.<br/>""Oh oh! Kat, look at that one! Isn't it such a cute tank!"" Misaka shouts, pointing at a tank parked in the far corner of the garage.<br/>She sprints over to the tank, and begins trying to clamber on top of it.<br/>""Careful, Misaka, don't fall down,"" Maya cautions, an almost motherly expression on her face.<br/>""Oh, that's so cool! It's an M5A1 Stuart light tank! Let's take this one, this one!"" Kat says, almost squealing and jumping up and down with joy.<br/>""M5A1 Stuart. 37mm gun M6. Two one-hundred-ten horsepower engines. Thirty millimeter front hull armor sloped at forty-six degrees. Thirty-eight millimeter front turret armor, with fifty-one millimeter mantlet. Automatic transmission. Fifty-eight kilometers per hour top speed,"" Hina says in her monotone voice, reading off the screen of her phone.<br/>""It sounds like it will be a good tank to start out with,"" Kat says grinning widely. ""Right,let's get to work!""<br/>As the conversation proceeds, Misaka poses proudly on top of the tank's engine deck, munching on a bag of sweet potato crisps.<br/>""Yeah yeah! Get to work!"" she shouts, spraying crumbs as she does.<br/>""Crew of four.""<br/>""Eh? What?"" Kat's face goes blank.<br/>""Five of us. Crew of four,"" Hina replies in her usual flat tone, but to her friends it's apparent she feels disappointed.<br/>Saya smacks Kat on the back of her head.<br/>'Way to go genius, you brought five of us to a four-person party.""<br/>""Wait wait wait! I can figure something out!"" Kat shouts, waving her arms wildly. ""Uh... Hina, you're really good at fixing things, right?""<br/>Hina nods.<br/>""Then you can be the mechanic, okay? I know you won't be out there with us, but please, just bear with me,"" Kat says, closing her eyes, bowing slightly, and putting her hands together like she's praying.<br/>Hina makes no response, but proceeds to tie her hair back, climb onto the back of the tank, and open up the engine hatch.<br/>""Engine condition: satisfactory. Improvements can be made.""<br/>She climbs down and inspects the tracks and suspension.<br/>""Suspension condition: satisfactory. Signs of wear. Parts may need replacing in near future. More time needed to inspect transmission.""<br/>""Thank you so much, Hina!""<br/>Maya observes the antics, calmly, smiling in her motherly way.<br/>""Ara ara... just like always...""<br/>""Okay! Then from now on... I say that we are Team Mustang!"""
8976,Girls und Panzer: Ride the Tiger Episode 01 (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322440,2014-12-06T00:49:00,Ulvenes,"The five girls of the soon-to-be Team Fenrir walked in to the garage and looked around. Ulrica noticed one vehicle that seemed to have evaded attention and pointed at it.<br/>""That one seems like it's one of the only options available."" She said and they all walked over to it.<br/>With closer inspection, it turned out to be a Panzer Mark Three with a short barrel. Four of the five girls, Evangeline not since she knew nothing about Panzers, inspected the tank closer. Ulrica climbed on to it and opened the Commanders hatch, while Danielle and Freyja opened the hatches on either side of the turret to inspect the inside.<br/>""Which variant do you suppose it is?"" Freyja asked aloud, still unsure.<br/>""Well that's a five centimeter gun, so I'm going to assume it's an F variant or later."" Danielle replied.<br/>""That tank over there looks like the same one.. But it has an even smaller gun.."" Evangeline piped in softly while the others looked over at the other Panzer Three.<br/>""That must be a Panzer Mark Three A. So then my assumption was correct. This is an F or later."" Danielle said with a nod while Ulrica pulled out an encyclopedia about tanks and tank guns of the war from a satchel.<br/>""Panzer Three.. Panzer Three.. Ah. Here it is. The Ausführung F."" She said as she flipped through the pages. ""Armed with a five centimeter KampfwagenKanone thirty-eight L/42. Capable of penetrating over fifty millimeters of armor at a hundred meters, twenty millimeters of armor at a thousand and five."" She read aloud. ""Seems decent to start with.."" She muttered and put the book back in to her satchel."
8977,Girls und Panzer: Ride the Tiger Episode 01 (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322440,2014-12-06T23:41:00,Stormhound,"Ignoring the chatter of the other girls as they scrambled around the various tanks, Bran silently inspected the gunner position of the Carro Veloce, before glancing at the 8mm machine guns it was armed with. The main gun of the tankette could penetrate 11mm at 80 meters, not enough to threaten any of the serious contenders of the match, unless...<br/><br/>Bran signaled Volpini, who had been admiring the tankette on the other side, before climbing up and sliding down into the hatch, as graceful as a cat.<br/><br/>""As you all know, we've decided to restart tankery at this school,"" Georgia said, interrupting herself to take a bite from an apple. ""This means that if we want to compete in the national tournament, we have to practice, practice, practice."" she shook her fist at every 'practice.' ""So any questions - no, good. We'll start the practice rounds tomorrow. Take a little time to inspect your vehicles and get acquainted with them, then get home and get a good nights rest.""<br/><hr/>Bran lazily steadied herself, having woken up at 5:00 a.m (her definition of ""getting up in the morning""). Volpini quickly provided support so she wouldn't fall over. The new Carro Veloce gunner yawned and stretched.<br/><br/>""I see you all made it here,"" Georgia stated, pausing for a moment to bask in the rising sun. ""The terms of the match are simple - last team standing will be the victor. In Senshado there are normally teams, but we want to see how you all do individually. The first tank to be knocked out's team will be assigned janitor duties for the rest of the week, so don't be knocked out first.""<br/><br/>""GET IN YOUR TANKS, MAGGOTS, I WANNA SEE THOSE VEHICLES RUNNING SMOOTHLY IN THE NEXT FIVE MINUTES OR YOU'LL ALL BE - "" one of the student council members shouted, before having an apple put to her mouth by Georgia.<br/><br/>""You worry too much, dear girl."" Georgia said, before swinging around. ""I expect you all to do your best.""<br/><hr/><br/>Bran sighed, wishing that the L3/33 had a radio. Unfortunately they weren't in the radio variant of the tankette, and had to wait for the other team's reactions to tell if the match had begun. The CV-33 had been positioned in a forest, with a clear view of the lake in the center of the area. The gunner breathed and reclined, glad she brought a pillow with her for the long hours to come. ""Wake me up if anything happens,"" she muttered to Volpini, who nodded."
8978,Girls und Panzer: Ride the Tiger Episode 01 (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322440,2014-12-07T00:14:00,Romus Maximus,"The girls walked over to an AT-1 that hadn't been claimed yet. It seemed to be in pretty good condition, although it could do with a bigger gun. And a set of better treads. They'd get onto that later. Valerie turned to the others.<br/>""So, what do you girls think? It's not what any of us wanted, but it's in good condition and we did take our pick a little late.""<br/>Dalla laughed at the idea of them picking on time. They were always late to do things. ""At least it isn't a Leichttraktor.""<br/>Jennifer and Elise walked over and had a peak at the little bits and pieces of the tank that would need repairs eventually, and they giggled at the luck of getting a tank that didn't have a spinning gun. The five quickly climbed in and sat in the seats that would be theirs and Jennifer started up the engine. The tank began to roar and Jennifer started to push it out of the garage. They lurched forwards and as they exited the tank began to cough. Jennifer started to accelerate faster and the coughing stopped as the tank got used to being used again. They raced out into the nearby forest determined to find the best starting location. They ended up with their barrel sticking over a ridge that formed a large trench."
8979,Girls und Panzer: Ride the Tiger Episode 01 (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322440,2014-12-07T18:23:00,West Suburbia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Stormhound <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322440&amp;p=22706497#p22706497"">wrote</a>:</cite>""As you all know, we've decided to restart tankery at this school,"" Georgia said, interrupting herself to take a bite from an apple. ""This means that if we want to compete in the national tournament, we have to practice, practice, practice."" she shook her fist at every 'practice.' ""So any questions - no, good. We'll start the practice rounds tomorrow. Take a little time to inspect your vehicles and get acquainted with them, then get home and get a good nights rest.""<br/></div></blockquote><br/><br/>Christina listened as Georgia spoke about competing in the Sensha-do national tournament, looking around at everybody else's tanks before coming back and staring at the 7TP she was leaning against.<span style=""font-style: italic"">National tournament? Ha ha ha, you must be kidding. We will be lucky to even survive the qualifying round with these trashy, hand-me-down ""tanks""</span>Once Georgia was finished, Christina turned back to Lian and Svetlana.<br/><br/>""So? What do you guys think? Us getting into the nationals?"" Christina grinned and tried not to laugh. ""I think she's joking,""<br/><br/>Svetlana shrugged. ""There's a very slight chance, I don't think she was joking."" She rapped the upper glacis plate with her hand, pursing her lips. ""So, do we even know how to operate this thing?""<br/><br/>Christina's grin disappeared. ""First, I think we need to pick what position we want in the tank. Lian, you said that it has three crew members, right?""<br/><br/>Lian gave a slight nod. ""<span style=""font-size: 85%; line-height: 116%;"">Commander, gunner, and a driver</span>"" she whispered.<br/><br/>""Ok, then. So, who wants to be the driver?"" Christina asked, eyeing both Svetlana and Lian. ""I, obviously, am the commander, since I got all of you together, unless anyone wants to oppose..."" In her mind, Christina knew that Lian would not oppose, but the Ukrainian girl might. Holding her breath, she prepared for a sharp retort to whatever Svetlana was going to say.<br/><br/>Svetlana sighed. ""I'm ok with you being the commander. I'm a team player, not a leader type person anyways. I guess I can be the...gunner? Yeah.""<br/><br/>Turning to Lian, Christina patted her on the shoulder. ""And you, my friend, get to drive this thing then!"" Taking notice that the other teams were climbing onto their tanks and opening up hatches and going inside, Christina faced the tank and placing a foot on the sloped upper plate, hoisted herself up onto the tank hanging on to the gun barrel. She almost slipped, but managed to cling up to the cylindrical thing next to the gun. ""Come on, people. Like Georgia said, let's get acquainted with our tank!""<br/><br/>The first 10 minutes were spent on opening the single hatch on the turret. Svetlana and Christina, even with their strength combined together, could not pull open the hatch. Only when Lian joined were they able to get it open, almost throwing Lian off the tank in the process. Once that was done, the girls helped open Lian's own hatches, which formed the front of the box-like structure on the right side of the tank where the driver sat. As Christina peered down the open hatch into the interior of the turret, she grimaced at the availability of space. She turned to Svetlana. ""To be buttoned up in 10 tons of steel like this...""<br/><br/>Svetlana gestured. ""You first, Commander Janowski.""<br/><br/>Putting on a show of bravado, Christina slid down into the turret, legs in first, very quickly. Almost hitting her face on the gun breech as her feet touched the turret floor, her hand made contact with the side of the turret and she immediately yelped, pulling it back. It was ice cold, not feeling like metal anymore. Taking out her phone, she pulled up a cross section of the 7TP that Lian had found while they were puzzling if the driver also went into the turret. Taking notice that her place was on the other side of the gun breech, she promptly shifted over. Svetlana dropped in next to her as she poked the fixed periscope's eyepiece.<br/><br/>""Homey, isn't it?"" Svetlana laughed. Christina, with her face almost against the the side of the turret, didn't even crack a grin.<br/><br/>""Yeah, this is so much space compared to my locker. My locker is bigger then this!"" Christina said. In the near darkness, she felt around, mostly feeling cold metal objects and rust. They had a lot of cleaning to do, obviously. Then they would have to figure out how to use the 37mm gun and coaxial machine gun. Plus, Lian had to figure out how to drive.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Well, it's going to be a long day....</span><br/><br/>The tank suddenly shuddered. Christina heard the initial roar of the engine being started up. The few interior lights then flickered on, casting a soft, mellowed glow which made visibility somewhat better. Springing up to see what Lian was doing, she immediately hit her head on the roof, causing her to remember she did not have her own hatch. To Svetlana, who was equally confused, she said loudly, ""Go see what Lian is doing!""<br/><br/>Svetlana stuck her head out of the hatch, returning back 4 minutes later. ""She has a book in her lap and her hands on these sticks...and she says she found a manual on the driver's seat and figured out how to start this thing...""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Next Day, 5 AM</span><br/><br/>Christina came to the garage the next morning, still yawning and barely walking, more of shuffling. The sun wasn't even up yet, and yet the student council was intent on declaring a practice first thing in the morning. As the Polish girl entered, she was surprised to see Lian in the driver's position, doing something. Walking faster, she approached the tank and stopped in front of Lian.<br/><br/>""What are -"" she started, but then a flood of other questions came into her mind, mixing up and jumbling her words. Lian, hearing Christina's voice, looked up and regarded her.<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-size: 85%; line-height: 116%;"">Last minute checkups, before the practice,</span>"" she said, releasing her grip on the steering tillers. ""<span style=""font-size: 85%; line-height: 116%;"">These tillers are still tough to pull. The manual did not say anything about stickiness problems.</span>""<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""12 Hours Ago Previous Day""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">12 hours ago, for about 4-5 hours, Team White Eagle had done extensive cleaning and maintenance work on the 7TP. Svetlana and Lian did the cleaning, while Christina translated the manual that Lian had found into English. Once the rust was cleaned out and the exterior washed and the bogies and springs of the suspension cleared of encrusted dried mud and grime to the best of the girls' ability, Lian managed to drive to the entrance of the garage before the engine spluttered out and ran out of fuel, almost running over someone and scraping the side of another vehicle accidentally in the process. Requisitioning shells and fuel was easy enough, and before the girls retired for bed, they made sure that all 80 rounds of 37mm ammunition and 3960 rounds for the machine gun were stowed and ready. Christina spent about an hour after Svetlana retired loading shells into the breech, as being loader was also her job, and messing around with the N2C RKBc radio. She found it was quite easy as the shells weighed only 700 grams and punching it into the breech was satisfying. Lian worked alongside Christina, painting a beautiful white eagle on each side of the turret as well as the school symbol on the upper glacis. As she left the garage for the night, she smiled. It was hard work, but in the end she hoped that it was worth it.</div></div></div><br/><br/>""I think it is all right,"" Christina said. ""Just as long as it works, then we are fine.""<br/><br/>Lian just nodded and went back to checking her control panel. Christina climbed up onto the tank and entered it, getting into her commander's position. Pressing her eyes against the eyepiece of her periscope, she saw Svetlana entering the garage, looking very tired and a little irritated. Tilting her head back against the radio, Christina put on the laryngophone and earpieces and waited. Svetlana came moments later, sliding into the turret clumsily.<br/><br/>""Why...."" she whispered. ""Still, so..t-tired...""<br/><br/>""Come on Svetlana. Didn't you hear what the student council say? If we get knocked out first, we will get cleaning duty for the rest of the week!"" Christina said. ""I will do anything to not get us into that position. But you need to help me do that, Ms. Gunner. We need to work together and kill the rest of them!""<br/><br/>Gripping the laryngophone, Christina said, ""Lian, let's go now. I see other tanks driving out."" She heard Svetlana groan and turned to see her forehead against the rotatable periscope. ""Trail that tank in front of us. Not so close, but don't fall behind.""<br/><br/>The 7TP shuddered as the engine started. Christina patted the side of the breechlock as the vehicle, with a cloud of exhaust spewing from the back muffler , accelerated out of the garage and into the open ground. The rattling and bumping of the modules became incessant as the tank gained speed. Glancing over to Svetlana, Christina then noticed that she was half asleep, her head resting on the side of the turret.<br/><br/>""Um, Svetlana, how about you stick yourself out of the hatch? The rushing air will keep you awake."" Christina suggested, poking Svetlana's arm. Svetlana looked back at her with glazed eyes, then got up on her parade stand and stuck her head out.<br/><br/>The wind rushing through Svetlana's hair was quite cool and it did wake her up, just like Christina promised. Svetlana placed an arm on the hatch and looked around. They were heading into a forest, with some low hanging branches and trees that Svetlana had to duck to avoid. Up ahead was a small creek.<br/><br/>""Lian, stop at that creek,"" Christina's voice issued through the earpieces, surprising Svetlana. As the tank rolled to a stop, Svetlana noticed there was another tank, one that looked like a smaller version of a T-34, that was some distance away and had stopped. The crew were outside, splashing water on their faces. Waving a hand, Svetlana shouted, ""Hello!"""
8980,Girls und Panzer: Ride the Tiger Episode 01 (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322440,2014-12-07T18:53:00,North Arkana,"<span style=""text-decoration: underline"">5 AM</span><br/><br/>""All right! Yeah! First match!"" Kat shouts, her hair still messy. She was so excited for her first experience in a tank she had cut her morning routine short. She sprints to the tank, climbing onto it and popping open the commander's hatch before jumping in. From inside the tank, comes her joyful squealing as she inspects every little thing inside. ""Oh my god!"" she pants, drooling slightly. ""This is so awesome!""<br/><br/>The rest of the crew, minus Hina, stumble in in various states of wakefulness.<br/><br/>""Mayaaaaa, I'm tirrrrrred,"" yawns Misaka as she leans against Maya's side. Despite her sleepiness, Misaka still manages to be eating out of a bag of rice crisps, getting crumbs on Maya's skirt.<br/><br/>Maya calmly brushes the crumbs away and lifts Misaka onto her back. ""Now now, let's try to be mindful of others, Misaka,"" she says, mking her way towards the Stuart.<br/><br/>Following behind, hunched over and stumbling slightly is Saya, barely awake. ""Ugh... this is... so stupid... it's too damn... early for this... I blame you... Kat...""<br/><br/>""Maya-chan, where's Hina-chi?"" Misaka asks from Maya's back, rubbing her eyes as she begins waking fully.<br/><br/>There's a quiet squeaking noise as wheeled platform emerges from under the Stuart. On it is Hina. She had woken up hours before to run maintenance on the tank.<br/><br/>""Checking on transmission. Inspecting suspension in detail. Woke up early to perform duties.""<br/><br/>Saya stares at Hina in disbelief.<br/><br/>""How... can you possibly... be awake... so damn early?""<br/><br/>Hina stands up from the rolling board and wipes the oil and grease off her hands and face with a rag.<br/><br/>""Proper preparation prevents poor performance.""<br/><br/>Maya places her hand on her cheek.<br/><br/>""Ara ara... isn't Hina such a hard worker?""<br/><br/>Kat's head pops out from the commander's hatch. Her face is slightly red, and she wipes her mouth with her sleeve before speaking.<br/><br/>""Come on you guys! Enough talk! It's time for tanks!""<br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">En Route to the Start Point</span><br/>""M-M-Misak-k-ka! You're driving way too errati-"" Kat's sentence is cut off as a low hanging cluster of leaves smacks her in the face.<br/><br/>Inside the tank, Misaka pulls on the control levers, driving the tank with what seems to be natural skill. Unfortunately, her style of driving is far from ideal for everyone else inside.<br/><br/>""I-I think I'm going to be sick!"" Saya wails, clinging to Maya's leg inside the turret.<br/><br/>""Now now, that wouldn't be very good for everyone else, would it, Sa-"" As Maya attempts to calm Saya's nerves, one of Misaka's erratic movements of the tank causes her face to slam against the steel wall of the turret side. With her nose bleeding, Maya bends down, grabbing Misaka's shoulder.<br/>""Mi-sa-ka-chan. I think you need to calm down just a little bit,"" Maya says with a smile that warns of death.<br/><br/>Misaka goes wide-eyed with fear.<br/>""H-Hai... desu...""<br/><br/>The drive continues, much more smoothly now, on the way to the point Kat chose to start the practice match from.<br/><br/>""Hey, I'm just thinking,"" says Kat, ""I think Misaka's uh, unique, style of driving would be useful for when we're taking evasive action.""<br/><br/>""Please, Kat,"" replies Saya, hanging out an open hatch for fresh air, ""don't encourage her.""<br/><br/>""Well, I think that would be wonderful, as long as she's mindful of others,"" Maya says, voicing her opinion. ""You will be mindful of others, won't you, Misaka?""<br/><br/>""H-Hai... desu..."""
8981,Girls und Panzer: Ride the Tiger Episode 01 (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322440,2014-12-07T18:54:00,Perestroikavo,"Fortunatly, 12 hours was about all it took to re-install the engine into the A20, fuel it up, and fill the oil tank. With 5 girls are trying their darndest to get the machine working, and one whom had impressive knowledge of russian tanks and thier inner workings, the engine was soon in place, and the last piston was in it's rightful spot. It was surprisingly easy to use the very efficient pully system, and lower it into place. Alexei, now covered in grease, gave a rare smile. Viktoriya splashed about in a small puddle of liquid that had gathered under where the engine was, while Natialia watched with a puzzled expression. Vladmira clamoured into the driver's seat, and Alexei guided her through all of the startup procedures. They were temporarily delayed by an AT-1 flying out of the garage, and into the woods. Slowley and surely, they stocked 120 AP rounds for the 45 mm VT-42 and another 30 of HE for it, however ineffectual it may have been.<br/><br/>While Vladmira was busy driving, or at least trying to, Viktoriya managed to climb into the commander's hatch, and Sasha followed her, slightly shaking her head as they went. The fit was tight to get past Viktoriya, but Sasha managed to barely squeeze past. Alexei was applying some grease that had been left on her seat to the gun assembly, and working it back and forth, making sure that everything was going smoothly. The girls were deathly quiet. The inside of the tank was rather clean however, like it was barely used, or the crew took very good care of it, and despite years of inactivity, worked fairly well. Vladmira primed the filter and all pipes leading to the engine, and with a savage roar, the beast came alive.<br/><br/>Natalia leaped back from it, and began cheering for them all, living up to what she said that she would be doing. Under the radio, Sasha had found a manual, in Russian of course, and had already started tuning the radio, and distributing the headsets to all of the crew. Alexei slid the assembly closed with a solid<span style=""font-weight: bold"">choonk</span>sound, and gave a thumbs up to Viktoriya. ""Onwards!"" Victoriya had her head out of the commander's hatch, and felt the rush of wind on her hair for only a moment before a screetch of steel on stell nearly blew her eardrums out. Their A20 had torn the sheet off of a KV-1. Now this would have been an instant switch for the crew, however the KV-1 was cannabalised for parts. It was completely missing it's suspension, the turret was taken off and had no gun in it, and the interior was burnt out. It appeared that the school would need a lot of money to fix that old thing up, before anyone could use it.<br/><br/>Their thoughts were broken by the tank lurching backwards, and tentatively making it's way out of the garage, with extra caution being taken not to hit any of the other girls. From the outside, the tank barely looked functional, with its paint nearly all worn off, and mostly shining steel gleaming in the sunlight. The crew was still mostly silent, just savoring the sound and feel of the peice of armor that they were in, relishing every moment. And with another revv of the engine, and a black cloud of smoke from the exhaust, the girls found themselves accelerating across the open ground, and into the woods. Alexei simply kept her eye on the gunner's scope, while Viktoriya enjoyed the veiw from outside the commander's hatch, and Sasha continued fiddling with the radio. Tree's and branches whipped past at a steady eighteen kilometers per hour, and eventually the crew found the AT-1 from earlier, mostly hidden behind a ridge.<br/><br/>""Ah ha!"" Sasha exclaimed so loudly, that most of the crew jumped out of their seats and smacked their heads on various parts of the tank, with two resounding<span style=""font-style: italic"">clunks</span>. ""I finally got the frequency tuned. The other Russian tanks should be able to communicate with us now, thanks to me, of course!"" Vladmira and Alexei rolled their eyes, while Viktoriya looked on with keen interest. As the tank rolled into a small creek, and most of the crew got out to rest, and splash cool water in their faces from the burning interior of the tank, Sasha decided to test the radio out. ""This is the A20 light tank, paging the AT-1 tank destroyer. Do you repeat?"" Sasha spoke in heavily accented english, as she didn't know the nationalities of those driving the other tanks.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>West Suburbia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322440&amp;p=22717293#p22717293"">wrote</a>:</cite> Waving a hand, Svetlana shouted, ""Hello!""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The crew, surprised by the sudden shout, scrambled back into their tank and brought the turret to bear before answering. Sighing in relief that it wasn't some kind of enemy, Viktoriya stood up, revealing her upper half. ""121.52! 121.52!"" She yelled the numbers twice before Sasha yanked her into the turret. ""They don't have a radio, Viktoriya. Besides, they're driving a..."" the word stuck in her throat for a moment: ""Polish tank."" Vladmira looked at her increduiously, and Alexei as well as even Viktoriya gave her strange looks. ""What's wrong with that?"" Vladmira asked challengingly. After a minute or so of arguing, Alexei had finally had enough. ""STOP!"" The shout reverberated through the tank, and it immediatly quieted down. The only sound was that of an AP round being handled into the action, and it closing with a loud<span style=""font-style: italic"">clunk</span>. Viktoriya stuck her head out of the hatch and waved back. ""Greetings!"" She first said it in english, and then noticed a slavic accent on the girl, so she switched to Russian.<br/><br/>""Voy a po russi? Kak de la?"" The two questions were asked fast, and while they waited for a response, Vladmira slowley began to advance towards the smaller tank. With no answer, Viktoriya figured that she might as well switch back to english. ""How are you guys! It's beautiful out here, isn't it?"" Alexei gritted her teeth as she tried to keep the gun aimed at them, and Sasha frantically was trying to hail the AT-1 on the radio, afraid of the other's intentions."
8982,Girls und Panzer: Ride the Tiger Episode 01 (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322440,2014-12-07T20:57:00,Romus Maximus,"<blockquote><div><cite>Perestroikavo <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322440&amp;p=22717837#p22717837"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Ah ha!"" Sasha exclaimed so loudly, that most of the crew jumped out of their seats and smacked their heads on various parts of the tank, with two resounding <span style=""font-style: italic"">clunks</span>. ""I finally got the frequency tuned. The other Russian tanks should be able to communicate with us now, thanks to me, of course!"" Vladmira and Alexei rolled their eyes, while Viktoriya looked on with keen interest. As the tank rolled into a small creek, and most of the crew got out to rest, and splash cool water in their faces from the burning interior of the tank, Sasha decided to test the radio out. ""This is the A20 light tank, paging the AT-1 tank destroyer. Do you repeat?"" Sasha spoke in heavily accented english, as she didn't know the nationalities of those driving the other tanks.</div></blockquote><br/>""This is the AT-1, over. Nice to see another tank up and working. How goes the learning? Over."" Elise replied over the radio. The tank rocked as Dalla accidentally fired into the forest. Antina quickly high fived her before wacking her over the head for firing when it wasn't time to start. The tank backed up and slowly drove further down the trench to better conceal their position after the cover had been blown by the shot."
8983,Girls und Panzer: Ride the Tiger Episode 01 (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322440,2014-12-07T21:09:00,Perestroikavo,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">BAM!</span>The shot echoed through the forest for a moment, before Sasha yelled out. ""Ambush! SHOOT!""<span style=""font-weight: bold"">BANG!</span>The tank rocked backward and to the left as Alexei fired the 45mm cannon at the Polish tank, shot veering far to the left, and Viktoriya quickly ducked inside, closing the hatch after herself. Sasha began with the machine-gun, bullets chattering away towards the tank, all landing woefully short. Vladmira was already on it, and the tank was lurching forwards towards the position of the AT-1, and more importantly, the ridge that would protect their tank from return fire. The engine had gone to a dull roar in the background, and earth was torn up under the treads as Vladmira manipulated the controls, hoping that no tank shells were incoming."
8984,Girls und Panzer: Ride the Tiger Episode 01 (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322440,2014-12-07T21:36:00,West Suburbia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Perestroikavo <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322440&amp;p=22717837#p22717837"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>West Suburbia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322440&amp;p=22717293#p22717293"">wrote</a>:</cite> Waving a hand, Svetlana shouted, ""Hello!""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The crew, surprised by the sudden shout, scrambled back into their tank and brought the turret to bear before answering. Sighing in relief that it wasn't some kind of enemy, Viktoriya stood up, revealing her upper half. ""121.52! 121.52!"" She yelled the numbers twice before Sasha yanked her into the turret. ""They don't have a radio, Viktoriya. Besides, they're driving a..."" the word stuck in her throat for a moment: ""Polish tank."" Vladmira looked at her increduiously, and Alexei as well as even Viktoriya gave her strange looks. ""What's wrong with that?"" Vladmira asked challengingly. After a minute or so of arguing, Alexei had finally had enough. ""STOP!"" The shout reverberated through the tank, and it immediatly quieted down. The only sound was that of an AP round being handled into the action, and it closing with a loud <span style=""font-style: italic"">clunk</span>. Viktoriya stuck her head out of the hatch and waved back. ""Greetings!"" She first said it in english, and then noticed a slavic accent on the girl, so she switched to Russian. <br/><br/>""Voy a po russi? Kak de la?"" The two questions were asked fast, and while they waited for a response, Vladmira slowley began to advance towards the smaller tank. With no answer, Viktoriya figured that she might as well switch back to english. ""How are you guys! It's beautiful out here, isn't it?"" Alexei gritted her teeth as she tried to keep the gun aimed at them, and Sasha frantically was trying to hail the AT-1 on the radio, afraid of the other's intentions.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Svetlana was surprised at how fast the crew of the mini T-34 got back into their tank after she had greeted them. As the other tank started to head towards them, its gun pointed at the 7TP, Svetlana ducked back inside. ""Hey, Christina, we got some company. There's another tank heading towards us, and its pointing its gun at us.""<br/><br/>Christina raised an eyebrow. ""Do you think they will... oh my God!"" Gripping her laryngophone, she shouted, ""Lian, turn towards that tank heading towards us."" To Svetlana, she shouted, ""Turn the turret to face them!""<br/><br/>Quickly, Christina bent down to pick up an armor piercing 37mm shell. Slamming it into the breech of the gun with her fist, she then pressed her eyes against the periscope's eyepiece and as the turret traversed, she let out a breath as the possible enemy tank came into view. Indeed it was pointing its gun at her tank. Gritting her teeth, she knew she had to act fast. She didn't want to get knocked out first, she didn't want the cleaning duty, she didn't want to fail Svetlana and Lian when they had played their parts. ""Svetlana, on my word, you pull that trigger. Aim carefully.""<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Perestroikavo <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322440&amp;p=22719658#p22719658"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">BAM!</span> The shot echoed through the forest for a moment, before Sasha yelled out. ""Ambush! SHOOT!"" <span style=""font-weight: bold"">BANG!</span> The tank rocked backward and to the left as Alexei fired the 45mm cannon at the Polish tank, shot veering far to the left, and Viktoriya quickly ducked inside, closing the hatch after herself. Sasha began with the machine-gun, bullets chattering away towards the tank, all landing woefully short. Vladmira was already on it, and the tank was lurching forwards towards the position of the AT-1, and more importantly, the ridge that would protect their tank from return fire. The engine had gone to a dull roar in the background, and earth was torn up under the treads as Vladmira manipulated the controls, hoping that no tank shells were incoming.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The sound of the shot from the other tank was surprisingly loud, even inside the tank. Christina flinched for a brief moment, before realizing what had happened. Furrowing her brow, she shouted, ""Fire!""<br/><br/>Svetlana pressed down on the trigger.<span style=""font-weight: bold"">BOOM!</span>The 37mm shell flew wildly overhead the other tank, missing completely. As the spent cartridge was ejected from the breech, Christina cursed as she reached down to grab a new shell from the ammunition bin. Slamming into the breech the new shell, Christina muttered something about better aiming while going back to her periscope.<br/><br/>Apparently, the A-20 crew thought they could penetrate the 7TP with their machine gun, as the coaxial machine gun of the enemy tank started to flash. Most of the bullets landed short, kicking up clouds of dust in front of the 7TP. ""Press forward, Lian!"" Christina shouted. Adrenaline rushed through her arms and legs, as she noticed her right hand was shaking. Her brow was starting to water. ""FIRE!""<br/><br/>The Bofors 37mm fired again, the shell hitting just in front of A-20, sending up a cloud of dirt. Christina loaded again as the 7TP crawled forward,<span style=""font-style: italic"">away </span>from the A-20. Lian had turned in the wrong direction, due to the lack of side viewports. Christina nearly shouted into her laryngophone, ""Lian, Lian, wrong way! Wrong way! Turn to the right and pursue!"""
8985,Girls und Panzer: Ride the Tiger Episode 01 (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322440,2014-12-07T21:54:00,Rynagria,"It was early in the morning, with the sun having barely risen in the sky, everyone in<span style=""font-style: italic"">Miniature Meteor</span>waking up up early. Currently it was 2:00 AM, as Saki and Iona both gave them objective to make the tank look better. This would mean that the girls would remove the rust that has gathered on the tank and repaint the tank in it's original color, going over the fading and chipping paint. As they approached the garage, Maiko was the first one to speak a proper sentence.<br/><br/>""Damn............. Did any of you bring food? I forgot to grab a bite before having to run out the door and locking it, I mean with a low energy gunner, how are we suppose to win?"" Asked the gunner, as she placed her hand over stomach and rubbed it, her stomach growling in agreement. Before Maiko could say any more, Fumiko tapped her shoulder and gave her a rice ball, which the Maiko gladly took.<br/><br/>""Maiko-chan, this exercise match isn't about winning, it's about learning about everyone's strengths and weakness."" Replied Iona, who was carrying two large cans of rust remover in her right hand. Meanwhile, Nagisa was the one that carried the paint, holding a total of seven cans. Saki on the hand carried an assortment of rollers, paintbrushes, and scrubs.<br/><br/>""It's always about winning."" Muttered Maiko in response, as she continued to chew on the food in her mouth, before taking another bite out the rice ball.<br/><br/>From that point, they reached the garage in less than ten minutes, getting to work as soon Maiko finished her food. The whole process would last two hours, the T-28 looking nearly brand new, except for the dents that they painted over. As a finishing touch, the painted their team name on side of their turret in kanji, all of them resting in their tank by the time everyone beginning to arrive. Hearing all the commotion from the outside, Iona, Saki, Maiko, Fumiko, and Nagisa assembled outside, all of them rubbing their eyes.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Stormhound <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322440&amp;p=22706497#p22706497"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I see you all made it here,"" Georgia stated, pausing for a moment to bask in the rising sun. ""The terms of the match are simple - last team standing will be the victor. In Senshado there are normally teams, but we want to see how you all do individually. The first tank to be knocked out's team will be assigned janitor duties for the rest of the week, so don't be knocked out first.""<br/><br/>""GET IN YOUR TANKS, MAGGOTS, I WANNA SEE THOSE VEHICLES RUNNING SMOOTHLY IN THE NEXT FIVE MINUTES OR YOU'LL ALL BE - "" one of the student council members shouted, before having an apple put to her mouth by Georgia.<br/><br/>""You worry too much, dear girl."" Georgia said, before swinging around. ""I expect you all to do your best.""</div></blockquote><br/>""So, they're going to start<span style=""font-style: italic"">that</span>way, huh?"" Mumbled Nagisa, as she stretched her arms and legs, similar to how a feline would do so when they were resting and now just getting active.<br/><br/>""That seems to be case, well we will just have to participate, and we do have a distinct advantage over most of these these tanks, which is our gun. Although, from what I remember about this tank, the....... T-28. Our gun has a maximum of at 30-21mm of penetration at 1,000 meters, and that means we can take out most of tanks from range, without having to really worry about their guns as long as they hit our frontal armor."" Informed Saki, having decided that it was finally the time to talk about the matter, as they begun mounting their tank after they were dismissed by the president.<br/><br/>""Yeah, too bad we're just a mobile brick......"" Complained Maiko quietly, as she got on the gunner's seat and looked through the telescopic sight, and turning the turret from left to right. Everyone else had mounted, and set up in their respective position, Nagisa turning on the engine shortly afterwards.<br/><br/>""Sa~a, hajimeyou! (さぁ、始めよう!)"" Announced Iona, as the tallest tank in the team raced out of the garage at it's top speed.<br/><hr/><br/><br/>In the forest, they hid among the trees, which were thankfully taller than the tank itself, as the girls lounged around their position. The smart thing to would have been to place the tank in a hull down position, but the turret had weaker frontal armor that their hull, negating the advantage. Fumiko and Maiko stayed in the tank turret, ready to produce long-range bombardment at a moment's notice. In the meantime, Saki and Iona looked over the map on top of the right machine gun turret of the tank, as they discussed where they could retreat if they were discovered from the at any point in this match.<br/><br/>""I think this is primary fallback position, plenty of cover and if necessary hide our massive tank...... And despite the purpose of this tank for breaking through, our armor can't handle the anti-guns most of the other tanks has."" Explained Saki, as she pulled out a marker and drew a circle around the spot she was talking about, with Iona staring at the map.<br/><br/>""Hai, but our starting point should be here."" Was the response from the commander, who pointed in area overlooking a wide open field, while being in the cover of trees. This would allow them to take advantage of range of the tank's main gun and have a good field of fire, and they could clear a path. The sub-commander nodded in agreement, giving the map to Iona and opening the hatch into her turret, followed by Nagisa who had been digging a small scale tank trap in road their next to.<br/><br/>Now fully prepared for the match, Iona climbed onto the hatch and stood on her seat, as from the very little experience they had, she preferred to stick her out of the turret for better visibility. Next, she clicked on the mic around her throat and ordered Nagisa to begin moving, since she couldn't kick her in communicating. It would only take three minutes for them to get their destination, camouflaging their tank to best of their ability, while they waited for the match to start. Meanwhile, they could hear the sound of cannons going off in the distance, which earned them some ire from the entire tank crews.<br/><br/>""How immature....."" Maiko said to herself silently, shaking her head in disapproval."
8986,Girls und Panzer: Ride the Tiger Episode 01 (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322440,2014-12-07T22:01:00,North Arkana,"<span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Practice Match Starting Point</span><br/>Team Mustang's M5A1 Stuart sits in a grove of trees atop a medium-sized hill overlooking, a forest, a field, a lake, and with line of sight to a ridge line near the lake. With ""encouragement"" from Maya, Misaka had carefully parked the tank in a spot where it was well concealed, while still providing a good field of view for Kat from the commander's hatch.<br/><br/>""Heh heh heh... I'm actually commanding a tank..."" Kat says quietly to herself, spacing out slightly. She's snapped back to her senses however by the sound of cannon fire. ""Whoa! What the hell? The match wasn't supposed to start for another fifteen minutes or something!""<br/><br/>""Ugh! This is such a pain!"" shouts Saya, who had just been trying to catch a quick nap.<br/><br/>""Saya, load AP! Maya get ready to shoot! Misaka start up the engine, but keepit at idle! It's a little early, but let's be ready if we see anything approaching our position. If nothing happens, we'll move out once the official start time passes."""
8987,Girls und Panzer: Ride the Tiger Episode 01 (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322440,2014-12-08T03:19:00,Romus Maximus,"<blockquote><div><cite>Perestroikavo <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322440&amp;p=22719658#p22719658"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">BAM!</span> The shot echoed through the forest for a moment, before Sasha yelled out. ""Ambush! SHOOT!"" <span style=""font-weight: bold"">BANG!</span> The tank rocked backward and to the left as Alexei fired the 45mm cannon at the Polish tank, shot veering far to the left, and Viktoriya quickly ducked inside, closing the hatch after herself. Sasha began with the machine-gun, bullets chattering away towards the tank, all landing woefully short. Vladmira was already on it, and the tank was lurching forwards towards the position of the AT-1, and more importantly, the ridge that would protect their tank from return fire. The engine had gone to a dull roar in the background, and earth was torn up under the treads as Vladmira manipulated the controls, hoping that no tank shells were incoming.</div></blockquote><br/>Elise quickly hailed the A-20 as they raced down the trench. ""Sorry about that! It was an actual accident. I don't think it's time to start yet, so we're gonna move off. See ya when we win!"" She put down the radio and waited for a reply. The tank continued to race down the trench before it came to an open field. As they entered the field Valerie shouted over the engine, ""Don't forget to swerve! The other tanks might think we've started!"". The tank raced across the field swerving as it went trying to get to the forest without being in the open for too long, after all, it would only take one shot."
8988,Girls und Panzer: Ride the Tiger Episode 01 (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322440,2014-12-08T07:01:00,Lingria,"The silver Devils team was nearly knocked off their feet when the shot rang in the air ""INTO THE PANZER GO GO GO"" yelled Tinuyosha.The rest of the team scrambled to their positions ""I'd estimate the shot came for the East about 34 Kilometers"" Nozomi said after jumping in the Drivers seat ""Sakura is the gun loaded?"" Asked Tinuyosha while poking down in the inner tank ""Ah yes we're ready and loaded"" she replied with bright eyes showing ""Okay let's wait for the match to start"" Kazumi said suddenly and darkly ""Yes,I agree"" Tinuyosha replied.The pitch of the engine changed as they made it quieter as to not be spotted '<span style=""font-style: italic"">Waiting it is inevitable</span>' Tinuyosha thought to herself"
8989,Girls und Panzer: Ride the Tiger Episode 01 (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322440,2014-12-08T14:22:00,Ulvenes,"Team Fenrir appeared to the garage bright an early in order to practice with their Panzer some more after the hours of driving it around the night before. They were rested and ready for anything. . . Except for the sudden scream for everyone to get in their tanks. That bit startled them, but they still climbed in to their respective positions inside their Panzer. They drove out with the other teams and continued driving until they were isolated where they started concocting a plan. ""Driver, park the tank in that thicket to your two o'clock."" Ulrica said and was quickly responded to with a ""Jawohl Meine Offizier."" and Kazuna drove the tank in to a thicket with some large bushes to camouflage the tank well. ""Shame we didn't have time to paint any camo on this tank. Alright crew, we're going to wait here and lay an ambush. Shut off the engine."" Ulrica ordered and the engine turned off. The team got out of the tank and started taking nearby fallen leaves and covered their tracks, then used spare fallen branches to cover the tank before climbing back in. As soon as the shot to start the match went off and Freyja loaded the gun. Ulrica was outside of the Commanders hatch, but only just barely so she could observe the area with binoculars that she cut out parts of the lens covers so there wouldn't be any reflection."
8990,Girls und Panzer: Ride the Tiger Episode 01 (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322440,2014-12-08T19:56:00,Republic of Hasgriu,"By the time the rest of Team Flying Phoenix had assembled in front of the BT-7, Luba was already halfway done with fixing their tank. Luba opened up the hatch, and yelled at Ninel and Aglaya,""Hurry up! Half the garage is empty already, get a move on and help me fix this!""<br/><br/>After a long period of time, they finally got the BT-7 to work. Ninel climbed into the tank first, followed by Aglaya, and then Luba. Ninel looked over every bit of the tank. ""Ooh, look at that! It's so cool! Aglaya, what does this stick do?"" ""Don't touch anything, damn it! If it breaks, it's not my fault!"", Luba snapped fiercely. After some difficulty and 'disciplinary action', Flying Phoenix finally made it out of the garage. Luba dropped down into the tank, closed the hatch, and commanded,""Aglaya, move the tank to that large bush at 3 o' clock. Ninel, load the gun. Keep an ear out for any radio transmissions."" A couple of ""Da!""s later, they finally got into position, and they lay in wait for the match to begin."
8991,Girls und Panzer: Ride the Tiger Episode 01 (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322440,2014-12-08T20:18:00,Rynagria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Romus Maximus <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322440&amp;p=22721956#p22721956"">wrote</a>:</cite>Elise quickly hailed the A-20 as they raced down the trench. ""Sorry about that! It was an actual accident. I don't think it's time to start yet, so we're gonna move off. See ya when we win!"" She put down the radio and waited for a reply. The tank continued to race down the trench before it came to an open field. As they entered the field Valerie shouted over the engine, ""Don't forget to swerve! The other tanks might think we've started!"". The tank raced across the field swerving as it went trying to get to the forest without being in the open for too long, after all, it would only take one shot.</div></blockquote><br/>While the AT-1 swerved around in attempt to make themselves a more difficult target, Iona simply tracked them with her binoculars, as everything above her breasts protruded the commander's hatch. While the self-propelled gun was a tempting target, Iona signaled the main turret crew to let them pass, since they had to relay on surprise they can't blow now. However, with compass in hand, Iona took note of the direction that the assault gun went. Then, with the map in prepared on stretched on the turret roof, circled possible locations for them to consider safe.<br/><br/>""They'll probably look for a vantage point, but that looks like a Soviet design, so the gun depression won't that great.......... Hmmmm."" She said to herself, continuing to watch them from afar, the possibilities in their way of attack against the tank. Other than that, she would soon lose sight of it, strategies going through her mind."
8992,Girls und Panzer: Ride the Tiger Episode 01 (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322440,2014-12-08T20:24:00,Perestroikavo,"A shot whistled high over them intially, as they retreated to the ridgline. With the match still yet to be started, Vladmira and Viktoriya thought that there might be a chance to hide, and not get knocked out. Alexei just kept repeating ""I'm sorry I'm sorry I'm sorry"" with tears streaking down her eyes, too distressed to manage anything with the turret and gun. The radio crackled to life with the AT-1 crew, telling them it was an accidental shot, and then something about them winning. ""Cytka."" Sasha cursed under her breath for a moment. Another shell impacted right in front of the tank, spraying dirt and debris over the upper glacis, and eliciting another scream from Alexei. Fortunatly, the A-20 managed to drag itself safely behind the ridgeline. There was an open field about eight hundred yards in the distance, and a small dot was zagging back and forth, probably the AT-1. Cursing under her breath, Vladmira turned to quickly face Sasha. ""You do not give orders in this tank. She-"" pointing at Viktoriya, Vladmira continued on, ""is the one who gives orders."" Sasha quickly apologized, and was surprised when Viktoriya patted her on the back. ""Is fine. Was good shooting match, and it was kind of fun."" She giggled slightly, and in just a moment, the crew went from solemn tears to laughing.<br/><br/>There was still no start signal, so they all gathered foliage from around, and piled it on and around the tank, which was positioned in a clump of trees, all so aware of the rumbling sound of the Polish tank moving about. Well, the front of it anyways. The sides and rear would be visible at close range, but unless a tank got the right angle to see through the trees and ellicit a glint from the mostly unpainted tank, it would be hard to spot. Clamouring back into the tank, the girls all took a breather. Then Viktoriya spoke. ""We have all had a tough time so far, but mark my words, we will not be the first ones eliminated!"" Smiles broke out amongst the four, before Sasha remembered something. ""Oooh! There was a BT-7, that was crewed by those other Russian girls. Perhaps they would be willing to work with us, and we could eliminate the competition together!"" She looked expectantly at Viktoriya, whom gave her a nod, and she switched on the radio. Hoping that none of the other girls except themselves and the BT-7 crew spoke Russian, that was the language she used on the radio. ""[A-20 calling BT-7, we would like to propose a pact. We can both work together for this exercise, and if you help us eliminate all the other tank crews, we will let you eliminate us to be the winners.]"" Sasha released her finger off the button and waited with bated breath for a response from the BT-7 crew, while Viktoriya produced a pair of binoculars and began scanning the area for the Polish tank, as well as any others that may be hidden. Vladmira knew well enough how much noise the engine made, and wisely (or not so wisely) shut it off, in an attempt to hide a bit longer.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">[Words in these signify that the girls are speaking in Russian.] (And no, I'll preemptively answer this- a Ukranian might be able to get bits and peices from Russian, but she could not get the entire message from it.)</div></div></div>"
8993,Girls und Panzer: Ride the Tiger Episode 01 (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322440&start=25,2014-12-08T22:23:00,North Arkana,"<blockquote><div><cite>Romus Maximus <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322440&amp;p=22721956#p22721956"">wrote</a>:</cite>Elise quickly hailed the A-20 as they raced down the trench. ""Sorry about that! It was an actual accident. I don't think it's time to start yet, so we're gonna move off. See ya when we win!"" She put down the radio and waited for a reply. The tank continued to race down the trench before it came to an open field. As they entered the field Valerie shouted over the engine, ""Don't forget to swerve! The other tanks might think we've started!"". The tank raced across the field swerving as it went trying to get to the forest without being in the open for too long, after all, it would only take one shot.</div></blockquote><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Perestroikavo <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322440&amp;p=22732076#p22732076"">wrote</a>:</cite>There was still no start signal, so they all gathered foliage from around, and piled it on and around the tank, which was positioned in a clump of trees, all so aware of the rumbling sound of the Polish tank moving about. Well, the front of it anyways. The sides and rear would be visible at close range, but unless a tank got the right angle to see through the trees and ellicit a glint from the mostly unpainted tank, it would be hard to spot. </div></blockquote><br/>""Huh,they sure are moving fast, aren't they? I wonder if they're one of the ones who jumped the gun?"" Kat muses, watching the AT-1 cross the field from their own vantage point.<br/><br/>Team Mustang can't see the T-28 in the forest from where they are, but Kat trains her binoculars on the area the AT-1 had come from. She spots a tank which looks like a smaller T-34 cresting the ridge, before stopping in another one of the tree stands around the field, apparently to watch the AT-1 scurry off. The crew seemed to be covering the tank with foliage to make it harder to spot, but that only works if someone isn't already watching you. It looked like staying quiet in a good position was paying off already. Team Mustang's own tank was positioned in a stand of trees which covered most of a medium-sized hill. Along with the trees, there was a considerable amount of undergrowth. Kat used the gaps in the branches and foliage to observe the area, while also keeping hidden.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">With the amount of undergrowth between us and the open, we might be able to fire without immediately giving our position away. The bushes should hide the muzzle flash, and the smoke will be broken up by all the foliage...</span><br/><br/>""Oi, Maya, you think you can hit that tank destroyer before it gets into the trees?"" Kat asks, still looking through her binoculars at the A-20 covered in foliage.<br/><br/>""I don't know, honestly,"" she replies. ""This is completely different than archery.""<br/><br/>Maya uses the hand hand crank to turn the turret towards the moving AT-1, slowly enough that it shouldn't attract attention. Her palms are sweaty. She's more nervous than she's ever been before. If she misses, it won't be like archery where she's the only one who loses. The everyone in the crew might lose.<br/><br/>""Nah, don't worry about it, Maya. This is easier than archery. Just get into that zen state of mind like you usually do,"" Kat says, after glancing down at Maya. ""Just think of it like shooting a much more powerful bow than usual. One where precision is more important than technique.""<br/><br/>Kat had seen Maya like this a few times before. She'd get real jumpy during a archery match and let her nerves keep eating at her if no one was there to refocus her attention.<br/><br/>Maya speaks after a few seconds of silence. ""No, I can't get a shot from here. They'll get into the trees before I can aim properly.""<br/><br/>""Okay, that's fine. Turn the turret to ten-o-clock. You see that cluster of bushes, in those trees over there near the ridge?""<br/><br/>""Yes, I see them,"" Maya responds.<br/><br/>""That's a tank. Concentrate, you should be able to see the basic shape of it after a little while. Take the time we have now to line up the perfect shot. As soon as the match start, I want you to shoot, okay? Don't wait for me to tell you when, just shoot when you feel the moment is right.""<br/><br/>Kat looks at her watch while keeping an eye on the tank in the trees. The clock is ticking down to the official start. She kicks Saya slightly to make sure she's still awake, and Saya responds by cursing at her.<br/><br/>""Saya, get another AP round ready, we're firing two rounds. Misaka, get ready to shift into reverse. Once we're done shooting, we're going to get off this hill by going out the back, there's no point in exposing ourselves yet.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Okay... now we wait for the games to begin...</span>"
8994,Girls und Panzer: Ride the Tiger Episode 01 (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322440&start=25,2014-12-08T22:27:00,West Suburbia,"The 7TP rumbled along the creek, tearing up grass and dirt with its treads as it chased after the A-20. Unfortunately, as the enemy tank was faster, it managed to climb over the safety of a ridgeline, out of sight of Christina's periscope. Cursing in Polish, Christina rapped the breechlock with her hand.<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-size: 85%; line-height: 116%;"">Should I continue to chase them over that ridge?</span>"" Lian's barely audible voice went through Christina's ears. Christina was about to say, ""Hell yes!"", but then she heard Svetlana spoke.<br/><br/>""I think you should stop,"" the Ukrainian said.<br/><br/>Christina turned to Svetlana. ""Who is the commander here? Huh? Is it you? Huh -""<br/><br/>""It's common sense,"" Svetlana replied. ""There might be more tanks over that ridge. If we're too slow to cross over it, then we will be an easy target. But, as you are the commander, your choice, Janowski.""<br/><br/>""Don't call me that!"" Christina's face reddened. Turning back to her periscope, she weighed Svetlana's words in her mind. Finally, she made up her decision. ""Lian, full stop!""<br/><br/>The 7TP ceased to move, bumping into the edge of the ridge as it came to a full stop. Turning to Svetlana, Christina said, ""There. I took your idea. You happy now?"" She hated how her authority was already be challenged. But at the same time, Svetlana was partly right. She didn't know if there were more tanks over that ridge that would rain death on them, resulting in them knocked out.<br/><br/>Svetlana twirled her radio earpiece around, which was in one ear (in the other ear was her earpiece for the interior communication) She hadn't been listening to the radio much, ignoring what the others said, since they were probably smart enough not to disclose their plans over an open line. However, something then caught her interest.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Perestroikavo <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322440&amp;p=22732076#p22732076"">wrote</a>:</cite> ""[A-20 calling BT-7, we would like to propose a pact. We can both work together for this exercise, and if you help us eliminate all the other tank crews, we will let you eliminate us to be the winners.]"" </div></blockquote><br/><br/>Having been raised on the Russian language in her small townhouse in Eastern Ukraine, Svetlana let the information soak in, then gasped. Christina looked over at her with a curious glance, almost dropping a shell she had in her hand.<br/><br/>""What is it?"" Christina inquired, raising an eyebrow.<br/><br/>""That tank we were chasing...an A-20 right?"" Svetlana said. When Christina returned a blank stare, the Ukrainian girl continued. ""Right? Oh well, that doesn't matter right now, but an A-20 is planning to ally with an AT-1 and destroy us and everyone else together, then throw the match to the AT-1 to allow them to win.... that's what they said over the radio.""<br/><br/>Christina wrinkled her nose. ""Whoever that A-20 crew is...what's in it for them?"" she said quietly. ""The satisfaction of killing everybody? They're probably going to turn on that AT-1 and betray them."" Peering out of her periscope, she cursed the fact that it was fixed. ""Svetlana, since you're sitting under the hatch, can you poke out and survey the area?"" Reaching behind her into the niche where the radio was kept, Christina produced a pair of binoculars and handed it to her gunner. ""Just tell me the physical surroundings. Then I will decide where to go.""<br/><br/>Svetlana nodded and taking the binoculars, popped out of the hatch so only the area above her bosom showed. After a few minutes, she ducked back down. ""Across the creek there is a forest, in front of us, you know, there's that ridge and God knows what's over there.""<br/><br/>Christina considered. Then she said, ""Lian, cross the creek. We're going camping.""<br/><br/>Lian complied, and soon the 7TP crossed the creek, reaching the other side, accelerating into the forest. Svetlana gave her commander a questioning look, but Christina just smiled and said, ""Svetlana, keep your head out of that hatch for me, will you?"""
8995,Girls und Panzer: Ride the Tiger Episode 01 (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322440&start=25,2014-12-12T17:16:00,Stormhound,"The L3 lay parked in the forest, Bran rested against the interior, starting to snore, something Volpini tried to ignore as she herself struggled not to dose off. While the camouflage was rusty, the vehicle's small stature, only around 4'5, would make it a hard target to see, and an even harder target to aim at.<br/><br/>Their luxurious position was interrupted by the sound of the 45mm gun firing. Immediately, the gunner jumped up, yelping as her head hit the roof of the tankette. ""Dammit..."" she muttered, signalling to Volpini to drive the Carro Veloce forth. ""It looks like the match has begun."" she smirked, snickering as she thought about how the others might underestimate her and the driver.<br/><br/>Not having to be told twice, Volpini pressed down on the pedal, sending the L3 forth. Reluctant to strain the engine or drive into a tree, she went slowly at first, at 15 km/h before increasing to 20 km/h and finally reaching 25 km/h as they reached the edge of the forest. The Carro Veloce swerved, throwing the unsuspecting gunner off her position, landing on the driver's shoulder. Volpini blushed, but drove the CV down the dirt road, following the sound of the blast."
8996,Girls und Panzer: Ride the Tiger Episode 01 (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322440&start=25,2014-12-12T19:20:00,West Suburbia,"Lian didn't know why Christina wanted to go into the forest. Whatever she said and did, she was probably knowing what she was doing... Lian didn't want to argue anyways. Being crammed into a puny place to drive the 7TP, isolated from the rest of the team, suited her well. There was no one to be constantly talking to her, the way she preferred, and the thought of being scrunched up shoulder-to-shoulder with another person, in a space that wasn't much bigger then the driver's box, made her shiver quietly.<br/><br/>She was driving with the top portion of the two piece driver's hatch, which swung out, open, as the small observation slit built into that top hatch piece barely gave her any visibility. In the event of a fight, however, Lian knew she had to shut the hatch down for her own safety. The brief fight with the green enemy tank at the creek was a reminder of that. Keeping her eyes on the rutted path that she was driving on, Lain tried to avoid the largest boulders and ruts for the smoothest ride possible while Christina issued directions to her. The steering levels required a fair amount of strength to jerk and the gearbox...well, she hoped she didn't have to go into reverse anytime soon. The gearbox level took her forever to pull, time she probably didn't have in a battle.<br/><br/>""Lian, stop right here!"" Christina's voice echoed through her earpiece. Reaching for the gearbox, she gave a strong pull on the level to neutral. The level was stuck. The tank was still cruising along at a speed of 15 kilometers, according to the speedometer. Giving another firm tug, the level finally shifted to neutral, and Lian applied the brakes.<br/><br/>The sound of a cannon firing caught Lian's attention. Perking up, she wondered if another tank somewhere was starting an attack or being attacked. Shrugging, she then sat back and listen to Christina and Svetlana discuss something about hiding their tank and waiting for the battle to pass while every else killed each other.<br/><br/>""No, no, no,"" she heard Christina. ""If we hide, then they will laugh at us for being scared to fight!""<br/><br/>""There's that alliance between the A-20 and AT-1. Other vehicles might be making alliances too."" Svetlana's voice said. ""We let the alliances kill off each other, and when they bound to turn on each other, then we race out and finish them. Besides, Lian can't drive well yet, so evasive maneuvers are out of the question.""<br/><br/>Lian heard Christina muttering something under her breath. A sigh came from her a minute later. ""Ok,"" she said. ""Lian, drive us to that depression right there and park the vehicle,""<br/><br/>Lian did what she was told. Once the 7TP arrived there, after a bumpy landing, the turret stuck out, while the rest of the hull remained protected and hidden. Lian heard the sound of feet trampling on the top of the turret then the sound of branches cracking and leaves rustling. Svetlana then appeared in front of her.<br/><br/>""We're going to stay here and hide, alright?"" she said, giving a small smile.<br/><br/>Lian shrugged and gave a slight nod."
8997,Girls und Panzer: Ride the Tiger Episode 01 (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322440&start=25,2014-12-13T16:39:00,Lingria,"When the bell for the match to start rung the Silver Devils team was still adjusting the tank ""The match has started!"" Yelled Tinuyosha, The tank started with a rumble and was pushed into action. ""The tanks turret is operational"" Kazumi yelled over the engine ""Great now let's get this scrap heap moving!"" Yelled Tinuyosha, The tank slowly moved forward ""Nozomi go left"" Tinuyosha jumped down and kicked her left shoulder ""Ow!,Tinu try next time not to break me"" Nozomi replied,The tank slowly started to turn left and drive through the bushes onto the main plains ""Full speed ahead!"" Tinuyosha yelled,She nearly go lurched back as the tanks pitch changed. Spotting something on the other side of the map she pulled out her Binoculars ""ITS THE RUSSIAN TEAM!"" She finally said ""GO RIGHT!"" Kicking her right shoulder the tank drifted left then right, and disappeared in the forest"
8998,Girls und Panzer: Ride the Tiger Episode 01 (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322440&start=25,2014-12-13T18:20:00,North Arkana,"Kat taps Maya on the shoulder lightly.<br/><br/>""The match has started. Fire when ready.""<br/><br/>Maya takes a deep breath in, and slowly breaths out. With no practice working the gun, the she did the best she could targeting the foliage covered tank using the information she had picked up listening to Hina inspect the gun sights.<br/><br/>""Firing!""<br/><br/>The breech kicks back into the turret as the empty shell casing is ejected.<br/><br/>""Reload!"" Kat shouts to Saya.<br/><br/>""Okay okay! I'm doing it!""<br/><br/>Saya pushes the round into the chamber as the the gun returns to battery.<br/><br/>""Take the second shot!""<br/><br/>The gun recoils again as Maya fires, and before it finishes its cycle, Kat kicks Misaka lightly in the back.<br/><br/>""Now, reverse! Get us behind the hilltop!""<br/><br/>""Wha! Hai hai hai!""<br/><br/>Misaka throws the Stuart into reverse, crushing several bushes on the way off the hilltop and hopefully out of the line of fire."
8999,Girls und Panzer: Ride the Tiger Episode 01 (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322440&start=25,2014-12-15T19:04:00,Perestroikavo,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">CLANG!</span>The impact of a round bouncing off the side of the turret made a noise so loud that all the girl's heads were ringing. Before they could react, another shot came in, followed by the sound of metal splintering. By now, Alexei was crying again, and ignoring the gun, or even trying to move. Sasha was frantically talking to herself, most likely just trying to justify what had happened. Vladmira was panicked, trying to get the engine started again, and even though it turned over multiple times, the thing refused to give the roar signaling its successful start. Viktoriya (henceforth known as Vik) was the only one who seemed to remain calm. She looked at Alexei, and spoke, in her usual cheerful voice.<br/><br/>""Don't worry silly billy, we're still all okay!"" She giggled afterward, giddy with excitement, while she continued looking out the hatch, oblivious to danger. This brought an odd silence to the tank. Alexei stopped crying, Sasha just looked around for a minute, and Vladmira just fumbled with the controls more. It was... eerie. The silence was broken by the start of the engine, and all the sounds of a tank creaking about the woods. Suddenly, a wretched grinding noise came from the turret area, and Alexei began to speak, slowly. ""The turret drive is broken. We are stuck with the gun facing directly in front of us, and I'm going to look over the assembly itself for any damages."" She fell silent once again, a small mechanical clinking joining the ruckus of a moving tank. They drove uselessley around the forest for a bit before Sasha began to talk into the radio again. This time, she spoke with brash arrogance, all while the rest of the crew gaped at her claims.<br/><br/>""Don't worry, A-20 crew still alive. Whoever the coward was that shot us twice and ran missed, and we are completely unscathed. Prepare to lose!"" With that, she hung the transmitter back onto the radio set, and ignored the rest of the crew's glares. Alexei clinked the action shut, and spoke for the last time. ""We're all good, AP loaded, ready to fire."" Vladmira looked to Vik, before shouting up. ""Where do you want us to go?"" A moment of silence followed, before Vik replied. ""I think we will go to the field near home base, it was pretty."" Sasha audibly gasped, but Vladmira simply complied with her directions, and they soon pulled out of the treeline, and into the clearing near the garage. Turning the tank about face to the treeline, team<span style=""font-style: italic"">Breshnev's Brow</span>simply waited for another tank to reveal themselves."
9000,Girls und Panzer: Ride the Tiger Episode 01 (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322440&start=25,2014-12-18T21:20:00,Rynagria,"""Maiko!"" Suddenly yelled Iona, as her gunner opened eyes quickly, having listened for any of sign of the official start. It was distant, but she heard it, a signal that started the match. The sound was followed by two cannon shots, which were different from the rest what they heard earlier, and it was closer, she estimated 900 meters.<br/><br/>""Wakarimasu! (わかります!)"" Responded the gunner, turning the turret towards the source of the noise, which landed on where the M5A1 had been. Without hesitation, Maiko pressed down the trigger, lobbing the 6.5 kilogram HE shell out of the short barrel. Due to the low velocity nature of the shell, it roughly took three seconds for it to connect with something, in this case the ground. For their efforts, it did created a noticeable crater a meter from the Stuart's former position.<br/><br/>""Reload!"" Ordered the commander, Fumiko lifting the next round with considerable difficulty, not used to lifting such weight. The whole process took roughly six seconds, before she would respond with a near inaudible voice.<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-size: 50%; line-height: 116%;"">Junbi kanryō. (準備完了.)</span>""<br/><br/>""Maiko, Ute! (撃て！)"" Shouted Iona, Maiko repeating the process, the tank rocking back from the force of the shell being fired the barrel. ""Nagisa, begin proceeding to point 0023 immediately!""<br/><br/>""Hai!"" Was the answer from Nagisa, as she pulled back steering levers beside her, the enormous tank mimicking the action of the levers. With the tank in reverse, they got out of their prepared position, and then aligning the tank with the road. Going at their full speed on the road, which was 37 km/h, distancing themselves from this place as much as they could.<br/><br/>(OOC: You're turn Ulv.)"
9001,Girls und Panzer: Ride the Tiger Episode 01 (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322440&start=25,2014-12-18T22:04:00,Ulvenes,"Hearing rounds go off wildly put the Fenrir team at a great unease. However despite that they took comfort in their confidence of their camouflage. Freyja loaded a five centimeter shell which was small and very light and closed the breach before yelling to Danielle, ""Kanone fertig!"" and was quickly replied with ""Richtig!"" from Danielle as she aimed down the sights with her hand on the handle but finger off of the trigger. Ulrica then noticed a T-28 tank driving parallel to their position a fair distance away. ""Ziel! Sowjetischer Panzer! Ein Uhr!"" She yelled in to her throat mic. ""Jawohl!"" Danielle replied and traversed the turret slowly in the direction of where the enemy tank was located before finding it through her scope. She then watched it and followed it, keeping her gun a few inches in front of it, ""Ziel erworben"" Danielle said, confident in her calculations and placed her finger over the trigger. After waiting a brief second, Ulrica yelled out ""Feuer!"" And Danielle pulled the trigger. The gun fired and recoiled, ejecting the small shell casing. Freyja immediately picked up a new shell and shoved it in to the breach before closing the breach and yelling ""Kanone fertig!"" again."
9002,Girls und Panzer: Ride the Tiger Episode 01 (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322440&start=25,2014-12-20T14:46:00,Rynagria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Ulvenes <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322440&amp;p=22844383#p22844383"">wrote</a>:</cite>Hearing rounds go off wildly put the Fenrir team at a great unease. However despite that they took comfort in their confidence of their camouflage. Freyja loaded a five centimeter shell which was small and very light and closed the breach before yelling to Danielle, ""Kanone fertig!"" and was quickly replied with ""Richtig!"" from Danielle as she aimed down the sights with her hand on the handle but finger off of the trigger. Ulrica then noticed a T-28 tank driving parallel to their position a fair distance away. ""Ziel! Sowjetischer Panzer! Ein Uhr!"" She yelled in to her throat mic. ""Jawohl!"" Danielle replied and traversed the turret slowly in the direction of where the enemy tank was located before finding it through her scope. She then watched it and followed it, keeping her gun a few inches in front of it, ""Ziel erworben"" Danielle said, confident in her calculations and placed her finger over the trigger. After waiting a brief second, Ulrica yelled out ""Feuer!"" And Danielle pulled the trigger. The gun fired and recoiled, ejecting the small shell casing. Freyja immediately picked up a new shell and shoved it in to the breach before closing the breach and yelling ""Kanone fertig!"" again.</div></blockquote><br/>Before the crew of<span style=""font-style: italic"">Miniature Meteor</span>even heard the shot, the tank suddenly stopped in its tracks, the shell grazing the top of the upper hull. Seeing the shot nearly hit them, Iona quickly looked around, until she saw the hostile tank hundreds of meters away. ""Nagisa, what happened? Why did we stop?""<br/><br/>""Must be something wrong with the engine and we barely have any power running through the tank, if this keeps up, our tank might register as incapable of continuing on."" Reported Nagisa through the mic, as she opened the driver's cover, allowing herself have better visibility of what's in front her. Saki, hearing the report, immediately pushed the hatch open and jumped out. Next, the radio operator would run all the way back to the rear of the tank and opened the engine compartment, which produced smoke, looking for the source of the problem.<br/><br/>""Maiko, rotate the turret to our 3 o'clock, and Fumiko load another High Explosive shell! Once done, fire at will!"" Barked Iona calmly, as her gunner turned the turret slowly, then elevating the gun to some considerable degrees due to the distance between them. Still not used to the weight, Fumiko took sometime loading the gun, but did so slightly faster.<br/><br/>""Hassha. (発射.)"" Announced Maiko, as once again she pulled the trigger and lobbed the shell towards the Panzer III, aiming it at the commander's cupola. Meanwhile, Fumiko acted on instinct and loaded another shell into the breech, placing an APCBC round this time."
9003,Girls und Panzer: Ride the Tiger Episode 01 (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322440&start=25,2014-12-21T00:02:00,Ulvenes,"<blockquote><div><cite>Rynagria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322440&amp;p=22859792#p22859792"">wrote</a>:</cite>Before the crew of <span style=""font-style: italic"">Miniature Meteor</span> even heard the shot, the tank suddenly stopped in its tracks, the shell grazing the top of the upper hull. Seeing the shot nearly hit them, Iona quickly looked around, until she saw the hostile tank hundreds of meters away. ""Nagisa, what happened? Why did we stop?""<br/><br/>""Must be something wrong with the engine and we barely have any power running through the tank, if this keeps up, our tank might register as incapable of continuing on."" Reported Nagisa through the mic, as she opened the driver's cover, allowing herself have better visibility of what's in front her. Saki, hearing the report, immediately pushed the hatch open and jumped out. Next, the radio operator would run all the way back to the rear of the tank and opened the engine compartment, which produced smoke, looking for the source of the problem.<br/><br/>""Maiko, rotate the turret to our 3 o'clock, and Fumiko load another High Explosive shell! Once done, fire at will!"" Barked Iona calmly, as her gunner turned the turret slowly, then elevating the gun to some considerable degrees due to the distance between them. Still not used to the weight, Fumiko took sometime loading the gun, but did so slightly faster.<br/><br/>""Hassha. (発射.)"" Announced Maiko, as once again she pulled the trigger and lobbed the shell towards the Panzer III, aiming it at the commander's cupola. Meanwhile, Fumiko acted on instinct and loaded another shell into the breech, placing an APCBC round this time.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Scheisse!"" Danielle said as she watched her round just graze the enemy tank while the gun was reloaded. ""Verdammt.."" Ulrica said as she watched the enemy tank. The turret began to traverse in their direction, probably spotting the smoke of their shot. Knowing that their tank had 70mm of frontal armor, and as far as she could find as far as research went, the main gun on the T-28 that they were engaging could penetrate 90mm of armor within one hundred meters. Thankfully, they were outside of a hundred meters so even if their gun hit it should bounce off.<br/><br/>However Ulrica didn't want to take that chance, especially given that Danielle only had an hour or so worth of gunnery. But before she could command anything the enemy tank fired off a shot causing Ulrica to gasp and quickly duck down in to the turret and hurt the shell whistle over the hatch. ""Holen Sie sich diesen verdammten Panzer in Bewegung!"" She yelled in to the mic and Kaz quickly reacted, pushing both drive levers forward and the tank shoved itself through the shrubbery. ""Fahren Sie um, damit wir sie von hinten zu schlagen!"" She yelled again and was met with a quick ""Jawohl."" from Kaz. The panzer drove at an angle toward the rear of the enemy T-28 and Ulrica closed the hatch. ""Schussbereit!"" Danielle yelled to Ulrica, keeping her scope and the gun focused on the side of the T-28. ""Richten Sie für die Motorabdeckung, Feuer frei!"" Ulrica replied and Danielle traversed the turret to the rear of the T-28, aiming for the engine compartment. She then pulled the trigger and fire off another shot."
9004,Girls und Panzer: Ride the Tiger Episode 01 (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322440&start=25,2014-12-22T01:01:00,Stormhound,"The hatch of the L3/33 swung open and Bran stood up to observe her surroundings while Volpini continued forward; the little L3 maneuvering across the field cautiously to avoid an unwanted confrontation with any enemy tank that might be nearby. However, the gunner had no intention of staying out of the battle, no matter how under armed she was. ""Full speed ahead,"" she ordered, before realizing the friction amongst other things made it hard for Volpini to hear. The gunner leaned down and repeated herself to the driver, before rising again to peruse her surroundings.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Blam</span>.<br/><br/>The sound of gunfire startled Bran, and Volpini nearly hit the pedal, but was quick enough to realize that would have sent the commander flying out of the tankette. The firing repeated and Bran grinned. Leaning down again, so her head poked into the L3's compartment, she looked at Volpini. ""Turns out our opponents did our work for us,"" she said, raising her head and turning to the direction of the gunfire, tapping the driver's shoulder with her foot to signal her to change direction."
9005,Girls und Panzer: Ride the Tiger Episode 01 (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322440&start=25,2014-12-22T11:51:00,Rynagria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Ulvenes <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322440&amp;p=22864666#p22864666"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Rynagria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322440&amp;p=22859792#p22859792"">wrote</a>:</cite>Before the crew of <span style=""font-style: italic"">Miniature Meteor</span> even heard the shot, the tank suddenly stopped in its tracks, the shell grazing the top of the upper hull. Seeing the shot nearly hit them, Iona quickly looked around, until she saw the hostile tank hundreds of meters away. ""Nagisa, what happened? Why did we stop?""<br/><br/>""Must be something wrong with the engine and we barely have any power running through the tank, if this keeps up, our tank might register as incapable of continuing on."" Reported Nagisa through the mic, as she opened the driver's cover, allowing herself have better visibility of what's in front her. Saki, hearing the report, immediately pushed the hatch open and jumped out. Next, the radio operator would run all the way back to the rear of the tank and opened the engine compartment, which produced smoke, looking for the source of the problem.<br/><br/>""Maiko, rotate the turret to our 3 o'clock, and Fumiko load another High Explosive shell! Once done, fire at will!"" Barked Iona calmly, as her gunner turned the turret slowly, then elevating the gun to some considerable degrees due to the distance between them. Still not used to the weight, Fumiko took sometime loading the gun, but did so slightly faster.<br/><br/>""Hassha. (発射.)"" Announced Maiko, as once again she pulled the trigger and lobbed the shell towards the Panzer III, aiming it at the commander's cupola. Meanwhile, Fumiko acted on instinct and loaded another shell into the breech, placing an APCBC round this time.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Scheisse!"" Danielle said as she watched her round just graze the enemy tank while the gun was reloaded. ""Verdammt.."" Ulrica said as she watched the enemy tank. The turret began to traverse in their direction, probably spotting the smoke of their shot. Knowing that their tank had 70mm of frontal armor, and as far as she could find as far as research went, the main gun on the T-28 that they were engaging could penetrate 90mm of armor within one hundred meters. Thankfully, they were outside of a hundred meters so even if their gun hit it should bounce off. <br/><br/>However Ulrica didn't want to take that chance, especially given that Danielle only had an hour or so worth of gunnery. But before she could command anything the enemy tank fired off a shot causing Ulrica to gasp and quickly duck down in to the turret and hurt the shell whistle over the hatch. ""Holen Sie sich diesen verdammten Panzer in Bewegung!"" She yelled in to the mic and Kaz quickly reacted, pushing both drive levers forward and the tank shoved itself through the shrubbery. ""Fahren Sie um, damit wir sie von hinten zu schlagen!"" She yelled again and was met with a quick ""Jawohl."" from Kaz. The panzer drove at an angle toward the rear of the enemy T-28 and Ulrica closed the hatch. ""Schussbereit!"" Danielle yelled to Ulrica, keeping her scope and the gun focused on the side of the T-28. ""Richten Sie für die Motorabdeckung, Feuer frei!"" Ulrica replied and Danielle traversed the turret to the rear of the T-28, aiming for the engine compartment. She then pulled the trigger and fire off another shot.</div></blockquote><br/>Luckily for Saki, she had finished repairing the tank as best as she could and was already on her way to the reight machine gun turret, the enemy shell instead going hitting the tracks. Inside the turret, Iona noted that the power and engine was back to normal output, the turret speeding up in tracking the Panzer III. Meanwhile, Saki the only one there to do anything about the tracks, ran back to begin fixing that.<br/><br/>""Maiko, Ute!"" Bellowed Iona, as she watched her gunner nod her head, immediately pulling the trigger afterwards. As the gun recoiled and ejected the empty shell, Fumiko was ready with another round, loading an HE round into the breech."
9006,Girls und Panzer: Ride the Tiger Episode 01 (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322440&start=25,2014-12-22T16:24:00,North Arkana,"""Misaka, keep the tank where it is. I'm going to go take a look at what's happening,"" Kat says, climbing out the commander's hatch with binoculars around her neck. She had heard the increasing number of cannon shots and wanted to see what was happening. ""I'll be back real quick.""<br/><br/>""What!? You're getting out of the tank? Isn't that dangerous? Stupid too?!"" Saya shouts at Kat.<br/><br/>""Relax, there's nothing in the rules against doing some recon. I'll be fine.""<br/><br/>Working her way carefully into the bushes, Kat takes a position where she can observe the goings on in the field below. She had been surprised when the incoming shell hit the place her tank had been previously, but felt it was safe enough to take a look around after no further shots came in their direction. Looking through her binoculars, Kat sees what seems to be a Pz III of some kind engaged in a duel with a T-28. There was also a dust cloud a fair distance away, probably another tank on the move, but she didn't have a direct line of sight to see what it was."
9007,Girls und Panzer: Ride the Tiger Episode 01 (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322440&start=25,2015-01-04T13:12:00,West Suburbia,"Camping in the forest had its own issues. Although it had been quite some time, no tank had driven past the 7TP so far. Christina was profoundly frustrated about this fact. She didn't want to wait out the whole battle with nothing to do. It would be just as bad as being the first one to get knocked out and getting janitor duties. Glancing over to Svetlana, who was on the radio, she sighed very loudly and rapped her hand against the breechblock.<br/><br/>""Was your plan to wait here and hide?"" she asked. ""Who cares if they aren't weakening each other. If they are fighting each other, then we can jump in and finish the weaker one.""<br/><br/>Svetlana turned to face her. ""You didn't have to take my suggestion, you know.""<br/><br/>Christina got on her laryngophone. ""Lian, drive out of the ditch, turn right, then follow the rutted path. It's time to head out.""<br/><br/>As the tank started to rumble down the dirt path, its suspension bumping up and down, Christina kept her eyes on the periscope, looking ahead of the road. As soon as the 7TP cleared the treeline, they stumbled upon a clearing. Christina could see the roof of the garage from where they came from, which was nearby.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Wonder if anyone is still in there?</span>she wondered.<br/><br/>((This next part is under the presumption that Team Breshnev's Brow is just sitting in the middle of the clearing and not hiding in a bush))<br/><br/>Svetlana suddenly gasped. ""Tank spotted!"" she yelled.<br/><br/>""Where? Where?"" Christina asked, her heart starting to race again. Then she saw it. It was the same tank from the creek! Her brow furrowing, she bent down to pick up a 37mm shell and rammed into the breech. ""Lian, keep moving - straight at them! Svetlana, fire!""<br/><br/>The gun fired. Christina watched the shell hit the ground in front of the A-20. Quickly reloading, she ordered another shot, which glanced off the sloped upper glacis plate. Growing frustrated, she then was surprised when Svetlana issued an order to Lian. ""Lian, stop the tank so I can aim better. Once I shoot, start moving again.""<br/><br/>""What are you doing?"" Christina asked as she loaded in another shell.<br/><br/>Svetlana replied, ""Winning,"" as she aimed and curled her finger around the manual trigger."
9008,Girls und Panzer: Ride the Tiger Episode 01 (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322440&start=25,2015-01-05T22:11:00,Rynagria,"""Iona, the tracks is fixed!"" Shouted Saki over the mic, as she once again ran for her station in the right turret, doing so in record time. As she dropped into her turret, Saki rotated machinegun and aimed it at the Panzer III, firing several burst of 7.62x54mmR at the tank. While it was fruitless, hopefully it would make them sweat a little.<br/><br/>""Nagisa, I want you to immediately move once we fire the main gun, stay on the road and full-speed. I want you to head for the last position of where the other tanks are, let's make them chase us a little bit."" Ordered Iona, as she signaled for Maiko to fire the main gun, before the gunner lined up their next shot once more.<br/><br/>""Hasha."" Replied the T-28's gunner, immediately pulling the trigger of the once Saki stopped firing the machinegun burst, the HE shell being lobbed at her target. Once this occured, the tank reversed slightly, then turning from the direction the came from and went down the road full speed."
9009,Girls und Panzer: Ride the Tiger Episode 01 (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322440&start=25,2015-01-08T20:41:00,Romus Maximus,"Elise panicked as she heard the shots firing in each direction after the bell rung. She began to flinch as she heard each boom from the other tanks cannons. Valerie stuck her head out of the hatch and looked around the forest. She saw a large grove in the trees, and a nearby bush big enough to hide the tank.<br/>""Jenny, take us into that bush with the gun pointing towards the grove of trees. Keep us just forward enough that we can see the grove through the viewports.""<br/>""Doing it."" The girl cheerfully replied as the tank began to turn and head towards the grove.<br/>The rolled into the bush and began to lie in wait, while the shots continued, hoping that an enemy tank would roll into their sights."
9010,Girls und Panzer: Ride the Tiger Episode 01 (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322440&start=25,2015-01-08T20:46:00,Ulvenes,"<blockquote><div><cite>Rynagria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322440&amp;p=23041901#p23041901"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Iona, the tracks is fixed!"" Shouted Saki over the mic, as she once again ran for her station in the right turret, doing so in record time. As she dropped into her turret, Saki rotated machinegun and aimed it at the Panzer III, firing several burst of 7.62x54mmR at the tank. While it was fruitless, hopefully it would make them sweat a little.<br/><br/>""Nagisa, I want you to immediately move once we fire the main gun, stay on the road and full-speed. I want you to head for the last position of where the other tanks are, let's make them chase us a little bit."" Ordered Iona, as she signaled for Maiko to fire the main gun, before the gunner lined up their next shot once more. <br/><br/>""Hasha."" Replied the T-28's gunner, immediately pulling the trigger of the once Saki stopped firing the machinegun burst, the HE shell being lobbed at her target. Once this occured, the tank reversed slightly, then turning from the direction the came from and went down the road full speed.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Taking machine gun fire."" Ulrica said as they were hit with a machine gun. ""Sounds like rain."" Danielle said and giggled softly, Freyja joining in the laugh. Then the enemy tank shot again, missing once more. ""They need to train on that tank more!"" Danielle said as she watched through the scope. ""Offizier. The target is moving down the hill. Should we pursue?"" Kaz inquired, ""Cowards.."" Ulrica muttered to herself before thinking,<span style=""font-style: italic"">They might just be feigning their retreat to lead us in to a trap of some sort..</span>She thought. ""Ja. Pursue the target."" She ordered, and was quickly met with a ""Jawohl Offizier!"" from the driver. The Panzer III went down the hill and the crew strapped in tighter with their speed increasing drastically. They began to gain on the T-28 rapidly."
9011,Girls und Panzer: Ride the Tiger Episode 01 (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322440&start=25,2015-01-10T16:02:00,Rynagria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Ulvenes <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322440&amp;p=23074574#p23074574"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Rynagria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322440&amp;p=23041901#p23041901"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Iona, the tracks is fixed!"" Shouted Saki over the mic, as she once again ran for her station in the right turret, doing so in record time. As she dropped into her turret, Saki rotated machinegun and aimed it at the Panzer III, firing several burst of 7.62x54mmR at the tank. While it was fruitless, hopefully it would make them sweat a little.<br/><br/>""Nagisa, I want you to immediately move once we fire the main gun, stay on the road and full-speed. I want you to head for the last position of where the other tanks are, let's make them chase us a little bit."" Ordered Iona, as she signaled for Maiko to fire the main gun, before the gunner lined up their next shot once more. <br/><br/>""Hasha."" Replied the T-28's gunner, immediately pulling the trigger of the once Saki stopped firing the machinegun burst, the HE shell being lobbed at her target. Once this occured, the tank reversed slightly, then turning from the direction the came from and went down the road full speed.</div></blockquote><br/>""Taking machine gun fire."" Ulrica said as they were hit with a machine gun. ""Sounds like rain."" Danielle said and giggled softly, Freyja joining in the laugh. Then the enemy tank shot again, missing once more. ""They need to train on that tank more!"" Danielle said as she watched through the scope. ""Offizier. The target is moving down the hill. Should we pursue?"" Kaz inquired, ""Cowards.."" Ulrica muttered to herself before thinking, <span style=""font-style: italic"">They might just be feigning their retreat to lead us in to a trap of some sort..</span> She thought. ""Ja. Pursue the target."" She ordered, and was quickly met with a ""Jawohl Offizier!"" from the driver. The Panzer III went down the hill and the crew strapped in tighter with their speed increasing drastically. They began to gain on the T-28 rapidly.</div></blockquote><br/>""Nagisa, is this the fastest this tank can go?"" Asked Iona over the intercom, as she stuck her head out of the turret hatch, watching the Panzer III get closer on them. With a crackle from the radio, her driver replied with a very blunt and terse answer, with the vehicle slightly going faster.<br/><br/>""No."" Was the answer, which left the commander somewhat confused as to why they didn't go full speed, Saki coming in for that.<br/><br/>""If we go any faster, the engine might explode this time and knock ourselves out in the process if we keep pushing...... I was the one that told that to Nagisa to keep it a certain max, but anyways if we don't do something, we're still going to get knocked out correct?"" Explained Saki over the radio, Iona finally understanding as to why, but even if they were able to go full speed, the enemy tank is still faster than them.<br/><br/>""You made the right call Saki, we'll just have to think of something on the fly right?"" Responded Iona, as she looked around the road for anything that maybe of use, then back at the the tank pursuing them. Suddenly, an idea sprung in her mind, but it might not even work. ""Maiko, since there's plenty of trees, I want you to shoot them with AP rounds and cause them to fall on the path of our enemy. Are you up for it?""<br/><br/>""Yeah, if it leads us winning our duel with them, then of course I am. The question is if Fumiko is up for it."" Answered Maiko, with Fumiko agreeing by picking up a shell, which caused the gunner to smile. With a nod, she swiveled the turret towards the enemy tank, an HE shell still in the chamber. Since they weren't doing any evasive maneuvers, the shot should be relatively easy for even her, pulling the trigger. After the first shot, she began to move the turret towards the trees, firing again at a thick one as soon as the gun was loaded once more. Her target was the closest tree behind them, the one with the thickest trunk. The solid shot went through the about half of the trunk of tree through and through, which caused the tree to begin to fall towards the road, as she assumed the tree was at least four and a half feet across."
9012,Girls und Panzer: Ride the Tiger Episode 01 (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322440&start=25,2015-01-10T16:09:00,Romus Maximus,Griffin team sat waiting for a few minutes before realising that the shots were to far away and Elise quickly kicked Jennifers chair dead centre and the tank rumbled forwards. They began to head towards the ridge that they had passed as they raced across the field but rather than go over they began to move around. The tank rumbled on moving cautiously through the forest.
9013,Girls und Panzer: Ride the Tiger Episode 01 (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322440&start=25,2015-01-12T00:32:00,Perestroikavo,"<blockquote><div><cite>West Suburbia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322440&amp;p=23025123#p23025123"">wrote</a>:</cite>-Snip-</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Natalia had come out of the garage and was giving the A-20 a cursory look over from afar, with Vik and her chatting, well yelling across the field to eachother.<span style=""font-weight: bold"">BOOM!</span>The sound of a tank gun going off, and the whistling impact of the shell into the dirt near the A-20 sent Natalia scurrying and Vik back down into the tank. Before any of them could react, a second shot was fired, and it glanced off the front of the tank. Vladmira noticably flinched at the lould clang of the impact. However, the girls were all angry from the first encounter, and with grim determination, set about their tasks. The turret traversed towards the Polish tank.<br/><br/>""Fire!""<br/><br/>Vik shouted it, echoing through the entire interior. The action lept back and a casing ejected, signaling that a shot was fired. It whizzed over their commander's hatch, seemingly inches away from it. Alexei shouted up to Vik-<br/><br/>""It's the tank that ambushed us at the creek! They've followed us the whole time!""<br/><br/>Sasha was fiddling with the radio, evidently knocked out of frequency by the shell's first impact. Vik and Vladmira exchanged a nod, and the tank's tracks tore up the grass under them, and the A-20 leapt into motion, engine roaring like a primal beast. Vik was counting the seconds before the Polish tank reloaded. It should be firing any second now. Vladmira slammed on the brakes to delay the other's shot again, and ended up dazing most of the crew for a moment.<br/><br/>""Fire!""<br/><br/>The gun made a very different sound this time. The round still arced towards the tank, but it had sounded... louder than before. Vik looked out at it quickly, and tensed up. The barrel had banana peeled, and they were now practically defensless. She dropped her head back in the tank. The entire crew, sensing how rigid she had gone behind them braced for impact, and watched their shell arc towards the other tank, the machine gun chattering away as they waited for what seemed an eternity.."
9014,Girls und Panzer: Ride the Tiger Episode 01 (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322440&start=25,2015-01-12T20:56:00,West Suburbia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Perestroikavo <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322440&amp;p=23109391#p23109391"">wrote</a>:</cite>-Snip-</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Svetlana lined up the reticle with the A-20 and gritted her teeth as she calculated the distance. Her hand was clenched tightly around the gun elevation traverse crank, finger resting on the firing trigger, ready to fire. At this range, she knew from reading the handbook, the armor piercing shell would be able to go through the tank's frontal armor. It should have, by all accounts.<br/><br/>""Fire already!"" Christina's voice screeched through her head, via the earphones. Flinching a little, and with her concentration gone, Svetlana took her eyes off the the periscope and gave Christina a glare.<br/><br/>""What are you looking at? If we don't move they will knock us out!"" Christina said with a hurried voice, with an undertone of urgency. ""You don't have all day to freaking aim!""<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-size: 85%; line-height: 116%;"">They are charging at us,</span>"" Lian said, but of course no one could hear her. She sat hunched over, her eyes squinting out of the tiny viewport to see the A-20 accelerating up towards the 7TP, tearing up grass behind it. Suddenly it stopped, and the enemy tank gun's muzzle flashed.<br/><br/>A metallic clanging burst through the tank, throwing Lian back against her seat. As her ears rang, she only knew one thing: they were shot. Up in the turret meanwhile, both Christina and Svetlana were still rattled by the shot, which had hit the turret ring under the armored casing on the coaxial machine gun port, obliterating the thin metal casing into shavings and the turret traverse gear. Going immediately back to her periscope, Christina bit her lip and cried, ""Lian, get moving! Put this thing in reverse!""<br/><br/>Growing a little frustrated, Svetlana went back to her sight and noticed something significant as the tank was rocking backwards. The enemy tank gun had banana peeled, rendering it probably useless. Pulling the trigger, Svetlana watched her round smash into the enemy's tank driver port. As the round ejected from the breech, the metallic rattling resumed, but this time it sounded like a bunch of marbles being shaken in a tin can which was inside a washing machine.<br/><br/>Annoyed, Christina loaded in another shell. ""One more shot!"" she said. Svetlana nodded, took aim, and fired again."
9015,Girls und Panzer: Ride the Tiger Episode 01 (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322440&start=25,2015-01-13T01:13:00,Ulvenes,"<blockquote><div><cite>Rynagria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322440&amp;p=23093384#p23093384"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Nagisa, is this the fastest this tank can go?"" Asked Iona over the intercom, as she stuck her head out of the turret hatch, watching the Panzer III get closer on them. With a crackle from the radio, her driver replied with a very blunt and terse answer, with the vehicle slightly going faster.<br/><br/>""No."" Was the answer, which left the commander somewhat confused as to why they didn't go full speed, Saki coming in for that.<br/><br/>""If we go any faster, the engine might explode this time and knock ourselves out in the process if we keep pushing...... I was the one that told that to Nagisa to keep it a certain max, but anyways if we don't do something, we're still going to get knocked out correct?"" Explained Saki over the radio, Iona finally understanding as to why, but even if they were able to go full speed, the enemy tank is still faster than them.<br/><br/>""You made the right call Saki, we'll just have to think of something on the fly right?"" Responded Iona, as she looked around the road for anything that maybe of use, then back at the the tank pursuing them. Suddenly, an idea sprung in her mind, but it might not even work. ""Maiko, since there's plenty of trees, I want you to shoot them with AP rounds and cause them to fall on the path of our enemy. Are you up for it?""<br/><br/>""Yeah, if it leads us winning our duel with them, then of course I am. The question is if Fumiko is up for it."" Answered Maiko, with Fumiko agreeing by picking up a shell, which caused the gunner to smile. With a nod, she swiveled the turret towards the enemy tank, an HE shell still in the chamber. Since they weren't doing any evasive maneuvers, the shot should be relatively easy for even her, pulling the trigger. After the first shot, she began to move the turret towards the trees, firing again at a thick one as soon as the gun was loaded once more. Her target was the closest tree behind them, the one with the thickest trunk. The solid shot went through the about half of the trunk of tree through and through, which caused the tree to begin to fall towards the road, as she assumed the tree was at least four and a half feet across.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Ulrica gasped as she saw the pillar that was a tree falling in what was to be their path. It was so big that the if it landed on the light Panzer, it would certainly crush it injuring if not killing most if not all of the crew. Knowing full well that their Panzer was going too fast and had gained too much momentum to stop, ""Kaz! Full speed foward!"" Ulrica yelled in to her mic. Instead of the response she had hoped for, her order was met with ""But we will ram the-"" before her jackboot met with Kaz's back, pushing her foward in to the levers giving the tank more throttle and jerking the small Panzer in to the rear of the T-28, saving them from the falling tree."
9016,Girls und Panzer: Ride the Tiger Episode 01 (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322440&start=25,2015-01-13T11:48:00,North Arkana,"After watching the T-28 and Pz III disappear into woods from her vantage point, Kat makes her way back to the tank where the rest of the crew is waiting. When she climbs into the turret, she kicks Saya in that back, who's drifted off to sleep.<br/><br/>""Wake up, we have work to do. Misaka, take us back up to our previous location. We'll wait for a couple minutes at most, and then we'll go hunting.""<br/><br/>""Hai~""<br/><br/>The Stuart makes its way back into the trees and bushes atop the hill. Kat once again scans the area around her, looking at the field and the forest for any signs of movement.<br/><br/>""Maya, you see that road near the edge of the field?""<br/><br/>'Yeah.""<br/><br/>""There's something moving along it.""<br/><br/>""Oh, yes,I can see something moving also. It's really small. I don't think I could hit it from here.""<br/><br/>""Alright, then let's close the distance!"" Kat says with a grin. ""Misaka, full speed ahead! Get us across that field and onto that road, we're going to chase down whatever that little thing is!""<br/><br/>The Stuarts engines roar as Misaka crashes the tank through the bushes in front of the tank. Going downhill to cross the field, the M5A1 quickly hits and slightly surpasses its listed top speed of 58 km/h.<br/><br/>""Keep up this speed, we want to be in the open for as little time as possible!""<br/><br/>""Hai!""<br/><br/>Kat's team races across the field and towards the road, aiming to catch up with, and hopefully knock out whatever it is they're chasing."
9017,Girls und Panzer: Ride the Tiger Episode 01 (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322440&start=25,2015-01-16T16:43:00,Stormhound,"""Right, turn right."" Bran commanded, jabbing Volpini with her foot to signal her to turn the tankette. Multiple firing could be heard in the distance, the opposing teams were probably worn out and their tanks damaged, just the opportunity they needed to take. The commander was about to say something else when she caught a glimpse of an enemy tank in the distance. Bran immediately reached for her binoculars and focused in on the vehicle, a T-15, much closer than she thought.<br/><br/>Frantically, the commander dropped into her position and closed the hatch. ""T-15 around a few hundred meters away from us. Approach them."" the driver nodded and sent the Carro Veloce speeding forward, while Bran focused on the machine guns, aiming on the T-15 and preparing to fire."
9018,Girls und Panzer: Ride the Tiger Episode 01 (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322440&start=50,2015-02-02T19:59:00,Rynagria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Ulvenes <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322440&amp;p=23120856#p23120856"">wrote</a>:</cite>Ulrica gasped as she saw the pillar that was a tree falling in what was to be their path. It was so big that the if it landed on the light Panzer, it would certainly crush it injuring if not killing most if not all of the crew. Knowing full well that their Panzer was going too fast and had gained too much momentum to stop, ""Kaz! Full speed foward!"" Ulrica yelled in to her mic. Instead of the response she had hoped for, her order was met with ""But we will ram the-"" before her jackboot met with Kaz's back, pushing her foward in to the levers giving the tank more throttle and jerking the small Panzer in to the rear of the T-28, saving them from the falling tree.</div></blockquote><br/>The top of the hill was just roughly 200 meters away, if they could just get there before the Panzer III can catch up, they could use the weight to do some damage in addition to just firing their main gun at point-blank. That was what Iona was thinking, before she heard the thump of the pursuing tank hitting the rear of their tank. ""What the?""<br/><br/>Sticking her out of the turret, she saw that two tanks were practically conjoined, to which her voice cracked with fear of being knocked out so early in the fight. ""Nagisa! Step on throttle when I say so! Get us to the top of the hill, because if we don't, we're going to catch a 50 millimeter shell to the butt! Maiko, aim for the turret ring and then when we speed up, aim for the tracks with an HE shell!""<br/><br/>""Understood."" Replied Nagisa and Maiko simultaneously, to which the gunner signaled for Fumiko to load an AP round into the chamber. Meanwhile, Nagisa prepared to the bring the tank's speed up, her hands gripping the levers tightly.<br/><br/>""Ute!"" Shouted Iona, to which the gunner obliged by and pulled the trigger of the main gun, which would hopefully turn the Panzer III into a turretless tank destroyer. Even if it didn't jam it, it should have a decent chance of making their turret harder to to turn. After the tank fired it's first shot, the tank sped up considerably, while the main gun depressed down at it's maximum. It was when the T-28 was about 40 meters ahead that the gun fell in line with the tracks, so Maiko fired."
9019,Girls und Panzer: Ride the Tiger Episode 01 (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322440&start=50,2015-02-02T22:55:00,Romus Maximus,"As the AT-5 continued heading towards the sounds of the other tanks, they heard a crash that sounded like a tree coming down and a clunk that sounded like a ram. Elise quickly gave orders to head in that direction, because the tanks could be damaged enough for the little tank destroyer to easily take out. The tank rumbled slowly in their direction trying to be as cautious as possible, with there still being no confirmed kills of an enemy."
9020,Galium [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322510,2014-12-04T10:38:00,New Roman Empire,"It was mid day in The city of Vigil, The capital had been prepared For The grand meeting That had been called six months ago. All The leaders of The nations and their families had appeared in The city. The leaders had assembled in The council room, a meeting of This magnitude For several hundred years. Except Jorvasker wasn't invited As It had No problems with The dead land up ubrilliant forty years ago when Yvette dwarven empire went silent. The dwarves waited outside The council room As The steward went inside to inform the leaders of their arrival. Heros from All over The continent had been called To attend This meeting. The dwarves k We They wouldn't get in until more arrived.<br/><br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321015"" rel=""nofollow"">OOC</a>"
9021,Galium [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322510,2014-12-04T10:58:00,Nuridia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Vigil</span><br/>Channary Kevan, the fifth child of the royal Kevan family of the Dukan kingdom arrived in the city unescorted and wearing a simple red dress with a darker red bodice. She was here to help deal with the death plague that threatened them all, she had to do her part to help save the world and most of all her kingdom. Her father, King Duncan was an insatiable tyrant and it was definitely no secret as everybody knew of it. He taxed the people harshly, executed them for any little thing and just oppressed them in general. Even his own family, he had her fiance jailed and executed, something she never forgave him for. The princess knew that she should love her father but the direction where he was going, it was between loyalty to the family and loyalty to the right thing, and she had to choose loyalty to the right thing. The only ones she really spoke to anymore were her mother and her eldest brother, Crown Prince Darwin. Darwin was the opposite of Duncan in every way and the hope of the people, she was absolutely sure that was why there hadn't been a revolution yet. Her almond shaped eyes scanned the gathering crowd until she saw a large building in the center.<br/><br/>""Well, I guess this is the place."" Channary said to herself, looking at the looming council building. This meeting would decide the future of the world. ""It's only a shame that Darwin isn't here, but somebody has to keep the king in line."" ""Maybe I can get him to help with our cause."" ""This is for the world, and the kingdom."" She hoisted the bag carrying her magic items over her shoulder and adjusted the longbow strapped to her bacl, the wind blowing her long night black hair in its low ponytail. Taking a deep breath, she reached up a golden olive skinned hand to clutch the crescent moon pendant around her neck before walking into the chamber where the meeting would be held."
9022,Galium [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322510,2014-12-04T11:41:00,Tomia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""> Caldus Taven</span><br/>Caldus Taven arrived in Vigil with a few guards. He was there as a representative to his family. He made his way to the council meeting that would be taking place on how to defeat the plague that threatened the world. Caldus was glad to be away from his home. He couldn't stand to be with his parents anymore. He was torn between his loyalty to his family and his dislike for the current king. As he approached the council chamber he saw Princess Channary approach as well. When he got closer he bowed before her. ""Your highness, it is an honor to see you again. I was not aware you would be here."" He said to the royal."
9023,Galium [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322510,2014-12-04T12:04:00,Nuridia,"Channary turned around when she heard a familiar voice and saw Caldus Taven bowing before her. He was the son of a staunchly Loyalist family back gome in Dukan but it was no secret that he didn't like the current King Duncan or his policies. ""Rise Caldus, you don't need to bow to me or call me your highness."" ""We're not back at the court now, here we are all just the same."" ""We're all people serving a purpose to save the world."" ""Anyway, I trust you've had a good journey?"" Channary asked."
9024,Galium [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322510,2014-12-04T12:12:00,Tomia,"Caldus nodded to the princess and stood before her. ""Yes your high... I mean Channary. I suppose you're right. We aren't in Dukan anymore. This is about saving the world. My trip was not too difficult thank you. How about you my lady?"""
9025,Galium [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322510,2014-12-04T14:38:00,Nuridia,"""It was fine, of course I didn't tell the king where I was going."" ""I left a coded letter for Darwin though, so that he can come if he wants to."" ""He's my older brother and I trust him absolutely, and he could be a great help to our cause."" ""Any luck with your family or are they still loyal to Bloody Duncan?"" Channary asked Caldus as they stood waiting for the meeting to begin."
9026,Galium [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322510,2014-12-04T15:03:00,Tomia,"Caldus nodded to the princess. ""That is certainly smart of you Channary. I doubt your father would be happy about you leaving. Prince Darwin certainly is a good man. It will be a good day when the kingdom is in his hands."" He frowned at the mention of his family. ""They still support the king my lady, despite my attempts to reason with them."""
9027,Galium [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322510,2014-12-04T15:30:00,New Roman Empire,"The steward came backnowledge unanswered signaled For everyone in the room To enter The audience chamber. The twins entered The room and bowed, They were The only known dwarves That were born in the Dwarven Empire That are known To have been there before It closed. All The kings, emperors and The two councillors were in The room. Hrok noticed There were two royals in their group. ""Tunguil, The princess of Dukan is in our goop apparently. I Can see her father from here. I Can only imagine What He will Do."" Chuckled Hrok."
9028,Galium [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322510,2014-12-04T17:31:00,Nuridia,"""That's absolutely sad, if only they could see how bad he is."" the princess told Caldus. Channary heard the dwarves conversing and glanced in their direction when they talked about her. She didn't approve of her father at all but she hated when people she didn't know laughed at her. She also heard that her father was here and mentally slapped herself, this was a meeting of all the crowned heads of Galium. Damn, this is some bullshit. she thought to herself."
9029,Galium [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322510,2014-12-05T08:41:00,Tomia,"Cladus nodded at his princess' words. ""Yes, I wish they would finally see the truth."" He was then shocked to hear that the king himself would be attending. He was afraid the princess might get in trouble and was worried for her."
9030,Assassin's Creed: Fall of Empires (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322550,2014-12-04T17:06:00,The Sotoan Union,"Nothing is true, everything is permitted.<br/><br/>This is the Creed of the Assassins, a secret organization that is dedicated to creating a utopian society on Earth. The Assassins believe in freedom and liberty. They believe that everyone should be able to choose their own path in life. To that end that have silently influenced global politics throughout history, taking down tyrants and despots. They do this through assassination, on the belief that they are working towards freedom.<br/><br/>Opposing them are their enemies. History remembers them as the Knights Templar, but secretly they have been manipulating events throughout history. They too want to create a utopian society. They believe that humanity is inherently self destructive, and wish to establish control and order. This way they can prevent mankind from destroying itself and help guide it into a new age. The Templars have subtly manipulated world events in order to create their utopia, but their plots are often foiled by the Assassins.<br/><br/>The year is 1910. Tensions are growing across the world as the European powers compete with each other. Britain and Germany are locked in an arms race. Conflict between Austria-Hungary and Russia causes great unrest in the Balkans. France and Germany move to diplomatically isolate each other, and the Ottoman Empire continues to try to hold on to its power. In every nation nationalism and revolutionary ideologies inspire great unrest against the established order. As much as the European nations struggle against each other, they struggle against a populace that longs for change. In this delicate time the Templars work to execute their plans. The Assassins must race to stop them. This is the world of Assassin's Creed: Fall of Empires.<br/><br/>Rules:<br/>1) No Godmodding, meta gaming, cheating, flaming, etc.<br/>2) Be reasonable. Your character is not invincible and you will make mistakes. Your character may even die. Accept it.<br/>3) Follow orders. If your superiors order you to do something, then have your character do it. This is how the RP moves forward.<br/>4) Anyone who is inactive for more than a week for no reason or warning will have their character abandoned. I and my co-ops have the right to take control of this character.<br/><br/>OOC:<a class=""postlink-local"" href=""https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322321"">viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322321</a><br/><br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=300533&amp;hilit=spring"" rel=""nofollow"">A sequel to Assassin's Creed: Spring of Nations</a>"
9031,Assassin's Creed: Fall of Empires (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322550,2014-12-04T18:11:00,Howslandia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">March 19, 1910<br/>Paris, France, 11:37 P.M.</span></span><br/><br/>It was a beautiful night in the city of love, the air was cool, and a light breeze blew. It had been almost three months since the great flood, and the city was still recovering from the disaster, but, society returned to its normal ways. Couples laughed in the streets, children were sound asleep in their beds, and the occasional fight could be heard in an alleyway. The city was peaceful, calm, quiet, and everything was normal.... well, except for the Japanese girl in the weird robes with a gun on her side climbing up the Eiffel tower. Her name, was Cai. She was gifted with incredible parkour skills, as are most members of her order, the Assassin's Order. She had climbed the side of the tower all the way to the very top, and then she worked her way over to the row of windows. She carefully and cautiously released her right hand, and drew her Smith & Wesson Model 3 slowly, so that she was holding it by the barrel. Looking into the windows and around, to make sure the coast was clear, she found that none of the guards were around, nor was anyone else, so she used the grip of her revolver to bash in one of the windows, then cleared away the glass. Holstering her weapon, she climbed inside.<br/><br/>Cai was here to meet another Assassin by the name of Matthieu, as she was sent from the Japanese Brotherhood of Assassin's on a mission, a mission to find the cause of the rising tensions among the European nations, and if it was connected to the Templars. Once inside, she crept around to the secluded spot that they were supposed to meet at, then crouched, and waited in silence."
9032,Assassin's Creed: Fall of Empires (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322550,2014-12-04T19:59:00,Kheeriin,"<span style=""font-style: italic"">March 19th, 1910<br/>2:45 AM<br/>Helsinki, Russia</span><br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 20px;""></span>A lone horseman rode throughout Helsinki's deserted, snow-clad streets with only his wits to guide him. House after house, store after store he rode father away from the market. He was looking for any sort of harbor so he could cross the frozen ice without having to jump onto it. Minute after minute it took him, his black trechcoat getting more white as the snow covered it bit by bit. The frost gathered on the hilt of his sabre. The horseman found a harbor, dismounted his chestnut steed and hopped onto the ice. He ran for a few minutes until he reached his destination, Sveaborg, ""The Fortress of Sweden."" He knew his foe was in one of the barracks, so he began a search for him. The horseman would rull out his Nagant revolver, kick open the door and rush in into each barracks until he reached the 2nd to last one. This barracks, he climbed onto the roof and hopped down the chimey, praying there was no fire. He fell down onto a pile of ashes.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 20px;""></span>The horseman stuttered upwards, slowoly looking around for his target. He saw only six beds in this horrible excuse for a barracks; Literally a log cabin with the Russian flag mounted on the roof.. One bed did contain an odd lump wrapped in a blanket. He crept over to the lump, slowly pulling out both is revolver and his shashka. When he stood over the bed, the lump turned twords him, revealing an old man in white monk robes. The old man wore a necklace with the symbol of his enemies; The Brotherhood of Assassins. The horseman knew the old man was asleep and was no threat, so he shot a window out of the ceiling. The old man woke up screaming in Latin. The horseman aimed his revolver at the old man in an instant.<br/>""You best not scream anymore. I don't want my escape to be any more difficult than it already is,"" the horseman said to the fearful man.<br/>""Spare me, for I am no true asset to the Brotherhood's cause,"" the elder replied with a thick Italian accent.<br/>""Requiescant in pace, Spartaco Donisi.""<br/>He pulled the trigger of his revolver. A shot to be heard all around Scandanavia hit Spartaco in between the eyes, killing him on the spot. The horseman quick covered up the corpse in a blanket and wrote a letter to the Donisi family, who would come soon after hearing the 2 shots. He quickly scribbled the note and ran out. The note had only one sentence, but it was enough to intimidate the Brotherhood into leaving Sveaborg.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">An eye for an eye until the Templars rise.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 15px;""></span>Basaan Zakharro, Boar of the Buryats</span>"
9033,Assassin's Creed: Fall of Empires (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322550,2014-12-04T20:33:00,Shark isle,"Alan was in his office in Blackamoor Penitentiary looking over some paperwork from the state of Texas. Suddenly, a Prison Guard walked into Alan's office and said to him,"" Sir we caught a inmate trying to escape"". Alan got off his chair grabbed his cane and walked towards the room where the Inmate was. Alan said to the Inmate with a Southern Accent,"" So boy, you tried to escape huh? You know punishment for that don't you""? A prison guard handed Alan a bullwhip and Alan started to whip the Inmate on the back until he bled. Alan then said to the guard that was with him,"" I want you to take this animal to solitary confinement he will receive no food and water for three days."" Alan then went back to his office, sat down on a chair and opened a drawer on his desk revealing a Templar's cross. He then continued to look over his paperwork."
9034,Assassin's Creed: Fall of Empires (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322550,2014-12-04T20:36:00,The Sotoan Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>Howslandia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322550&amp;p=22679711#p22679711"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">March 19, 1910<br/>Paris, France, 11:37 P.M.</span></span><br/><br/>It was a beautiful night in the city of love, the air was cool, and a light breeze blew. It had been almost three months since the great flood, and the city was still recovering from the disaster, but, society returned to its normal ways. Couples laughed in the streets, children were sound asleep in their beds, and the occasional fight could be heard in an alleyway. The city was peaceful, calm, quiet, and everything was normal.... well, except for the Japanese girl in the weird robes with a gun on her side climbing up the Eiffel tower. Her name, was Cai. She was gifted with incredible parkour skills, as are most members of her order, the Assassin's Order. She had climbed the side of the tower all the way to the very top, and then she worked her way over to the row of windows. She carefully and cautiously released her right hand, and drew her Smith &amp; Wesson Model 3 slowly, so that she was holding it by the barrel. Looking into the windows and around, to make sure the coast was clear, she found that none of the guards were around, nor was anyone else, so she used the grip of her revolver to bash in one of the windows, then cleared away the glass. Holstering her weapon, she climbed inside.<br/><br/>Cai was here to meet another Assassin by the name of Matthieu, as she was sent from the Japanese Brotherhood of Assassin's on a mission, a mission to find the cause of the rising tensions among the European nations, and if it was connected to the Templars. Once inside, she crept around to the secluded spot that they were supposed to meet at, then crouched, and waited in silence.</div></blockquote><br/>Matthieu strode over to the Eiffel Tower. Having bribed the guards into leaving the top parts of the tower unattended for a brief period of time, he simply walked in and took the service lift as high as it would go. Once he reached the highest level he could get to, he simply stepped outside and climbed the rest of the way up. Eventually he reached his destination, a dark room at the top of the tower. Initially he looked around, but then almost as if he could sense her, he turned to the Assassin crouching in the darkness.<br/><br/>""Cai Howashimi I presume?"""
9035,Assassin's Creed: Fall of Empires (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322550,2014-12-04T20:49:00,Anarchist States Of America,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">March 19, 1910<br/>Paris, France</span><br/><br/>""I Really hate this city. I really really freaking hate it. I feel like I'm congested, and held down by society here. Everything here is lit up, and while it is a beautiful sight I just sometimes wish it would piss off and be gloomy. Just one night of that would satisfy me."" These are the words are going through Robert De Lafayette's head as he strolls through the city. A little intoxicated, and a little annoyed after a bar brawl, he walks down the streets of Paris trying to find some source of entertainment, and/or amusement. He continues down the road in his Dark blue Assassin robe as he sees the eiffel tower in the distance. The eiffel tower: the only place in the city where he can be alone and at the same time loathe the place even more. He walks up and realize the lift is at the top, which annoys him.. ""YOU HAVE GOT TO BE KIDDING ME!"" He bellowed from the bottom of the tower. He quells his frustration though, and decides to exercise and starts charging up the steps. And while causing loud rambunctious noise he doesn't seem to care, as he heads for the top."
9036,Assassin's Creed: Fall of Empires (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322550,2014-12-04T23:07:00,Howslandia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Anarchist States Of America <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322550&amp;p=22681486#p22681486"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">March 19, 1910<br/>Paris, France</span><br/><br/>""I Really hate this city. I really really freaking hate it. I feel like I'm congested, and held down by society here. Everything here is lit up, and while it is a beautiful sight I just sometimes wish it would piss off and be gloomy. Just one night of that would satisfy me."" These are the words are going through Robert De Lafayette's head as he strolls through the city. A little intoxicated, and a little annoyed after a bar brawl, he walks down the streets of Paris trying to find some source of entertainment, and/or amusement. He continues down the road in his Dark blue Assassin robe as he sees the eiffel tower in the distance. The eiffel tower: the only place in the city where he can be alone and at the same time loathe the place even more. He walks up and realize the lift is at the top, which annoys him.. ""YOU HAVE GOT TO BE KIDDING ME!"" He bellowed from the bottom of the tower. He quells his frustration though, and decides to exercise and starts charging up the steps. And while causing loud rambunctious noise he doesn't seem to care, as he heads for the top.</div></blockquote><br/>Cai heard this racket, very quickly, and then she looked at Matthieu.<br/>""Hush, introductions later, we have company. You take your weapon and aim at the door to the steps. I will hide beside the door, and restrain our intruder when he enters, and then we will question him. If I am injured by this person, do not hesitate to fire."" She said in a hushed voice. Slowly, she crept over to the door that lead to the stairs, and then stood, hiding to the right of the entrance that lead to the stairwell."
9037,Assassin's Creed: Fall of Empires (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322550,2014-12-05T09:57:00,Altito Asmoro,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">March 19, 1910</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Paris, France</span><br/><br/>Colonel Fransisco Serrano, a French person fully, but with French-Spanish heritage and descents of it. His rank as Master Templar and Colonel is effective in holding on authority for several people under his command as well as supervising activities under his or Templar's. As of now, he's on duty however. He's in Paris to supervise the organization of French Army stationed in Paris. While his rank is Colonel, in secret he holds power more than a higher-ranked officers, at least some of them.<br/><br/>The Assassin's activities in France, especially Paris, is bothering him. The information network had provided him with info, but it's more of rumors and less of truths and facts. His second objective while supervising the French Army at Paris is to inspecting places of importance, including Eiffel Tower, which due to its public use at the afternoon and with little time to spend while supervising, is unable to be inspected. However, at night he and his men will investigate the Tower to find if there are any hidden places of Assassins working in there.<br/><br/>In the meantime, he's working on furthering his ambition as the Grand Master of French Templar, or at least, promotion into General."
9038,Assassin's Creed: Fall of Empires (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322550,2014-12-05T11:26:00,Alegeharia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Shark isle <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322550&amp;p=22681338#p22681338"">wrote</a>:</cite>Alan was in his office in Blackamoor Penitentiary looking over some paperwork from the state of Texas. Suddenly, a Prison Guard walked into Alan's office and said to him,"" Sir we caught a inmate trying to escape"". Alan got off his chair grabbed his cane and walked towards the room where the Inmate was. Alan said to the Inmate with a Southern Accent,"" So boy, you tried to escape huh? You know punishment for that don't you""? A prison guard handed Alan a bullwhip and Alan started to whip the Inmate on the back until he bled. Alan then said to the guard that was with him,"" I want you to take this animal to solitary confinement he will receive no food and water for three days."" Alan then went back to his office, sat down on a chair and opened a drawer on his desk revealing a Templar's cross. He then continued to look over his paperwork.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Maheno was itching for combat but needed to keep calm. He had heard about a New prison opening up in Texas that had strange connections. Maheno decided To send some scouts to Texas and find out what is so strange about this prison and see if the connections are Templars or just more political strife that Maheno would have no more like be forced to help with. With that in mind he began thinking about Mexico and how tenochitlan was destroyed anyway.<br/><br/>""You four go to blackamoor penitentiary and find out what is going on there"" Mehano said as he got a pen and paper out.<br/>""Yes mentor."" One said<br/>""You should have info by tonight mentore"" the other said. The rest left and Mehano returned to the paper<br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>Dear current assassins,<br/>How are all of you doing? We should meet up and discuss current events.<br/><br/>Mentor,<br/>Maheno tehn.</div></blockquote><br/>With his boxed item piece of Eden he looked as to where the Assassins where. He saw that a blue light in the gold brilliance pointed to Paris. Maheno connected the note to an eagle and sent it on its way to Paris."
9039,Assassin's Creed: Fall of Empires (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322550,2014-12-05T13:14:00,The Sotoan Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>Howslandia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322550&amp;p=22682630#p22682630"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Anarchist States Of America <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322550&amp;p=22681486#p22681486"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">March 19, 1910<br/>Paris, France</span><br/><br/>""I Really hate this city. I really really freaking hate it. I feel like I'm congested, and held down by society here. Everything here is lit up, and while it is a beautiful sight I just sometimes wish it would piss off and be gloomy. Just one night of that would satisfy me."" These are the words are going through Robert De Lafayette's head as he strolls through the city. A little intoxicated, and a little annoyed after a bar brawl, he walks down the streets of Paris trying to find some source of entertainment, and/or amusement. He continues down the road in his Dark blue Assassin robe as he sees the eiffel tower in the distance. The eiffel tower: the only place in the city where he can be alone and at the same time loathe the place even more. He walks up and realize the lift is at the top, which annoys him.. ""YOU HAVE GOT TO BE KIDDING ME!"" He bellowed from the bottom of the tower. He quells his frustration though, and decides to exercise and starts charging up the steps. And while causing loud rambunctious noise he doesn't seem to care, as he heads for the top.</div></blockquote><br/>Cai heard this racket, very quickly, and then she looked at Matthieu.<br/>""Hush, introductions later, we have company. You take your weapon and aim at the door to the steps. I will hide beside the door, and restrain our intruder when he enters, and then we will question him. If I am injured by this person, do not hesitate to fire."" She said in a hushed voice. Slowly, she crept over to the door that lead to the stairs, and then stood, hiding to the right of the entrance that lead to the stairwell.</div></blockquote><br/>Matthieu had no firearm, so he stepped back and readied a throwing knife."
9040,Assassin's Creed: Fall of Empires (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322550,2014-12-05T18:55:00,Marsisian,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Strasbourg, Germany</span><br/><br/>Johann was buying ammunition for his Colt until a group of German Templars came into the gun shop. ""Well, well, well, who do we have here, huh?"" ""I think this is an Assassin!"" ""Well, what do we do with this man?"" ""I say we murder him!"" Johann put his hand on his holster with his revolver. ""Don't do it... if you know what's good for you."" ""This guy thinks he's tough, eh?"" Suddenly, the Templars tried to take out their rifles but Johann shot them before they could do so. Then he slipped 10 papiermarks to the shopkeeper and ran out, moving to the top of a building and sighing.<br/><br/>He wished he could go back to the time when he was just a simple soldier in Africa, but then he remembered that he was fighting for the greater good. Still, he wondered what life would have been like if Johann hadn't met Wolfram."
9041,Assassin's Creed: Fall of Empires (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322550,2014-12-05T20:30:00,Shark isle,"Alan walked into the courtyard of the prison which was nicknamed Execution Alley because it was the place where Death Row inmates were executed in various and sometimes brutal ways. He saw a murderer called Chang Lin being dragged out of the East Cell block. Chang was a Chinese immigrant who murdered his Immigration Officer during a argument. Alan walked up to him and said,"" Boy, the judge sentenced you to be executed and i assure you i will make you suffer like how you made that Man's family suffer"". Suddenly, a large man wearing a executioners hood with a Templar's cross on it came out with a Ax. Alan said to Chang,"" This your execution, this man is going to chop off your arms and legs and finally head"". The executioner than cut off Chang's arms and legs while Chang cried in pain. The Executioner finally finished Chang off with a swift chop to the neck cutting off his head. Alan than walked back to his office and started to look over some newspapers talking about his prison."
9042,Assassin's Creed: Fall of Empires (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322550,2014-12-05T21:00:00,The New Great Roman Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Marsisian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322550&amp;p=22690433#p22690433"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Strasbourg, Germany</span><br/><br/> Johann was buying ammunition for his Colt until a group of German Templars came into the gun shop. ""Well, well, well, who do we have here, huh?"" ""I think this is an Assassin!"" ""Well, what do we do with this man?"" ""I say we murder him!"" Johann put his hand on his holster with his revolver. ""Don't do it... if you know what's good for you."" ""This guy thinks he's tough, eh?"" Suddenly, the Templars tried to take out their rifles but Johann shot them before they could do so. Then he slipped 10 papiermarks to the shopkeeper and ran out, moving to the top of a building and sighing.<br/><br/> He wished he could go back to the time when he was just a simple soldier in Africa, but then he remembered that he was fighting for the greater good. Still, he wondered what life would have been like if Johann hadn't met Wolfram.</div></blockquote><br/>James, The Templar Master who organised the attack on Johann, was incredibly frustrated that he could send in several men and not a single one gets the target. He went to a shop where he bought ammunition for his Colt and to send out more men. But he received a letter with an urgent request to leave for Paris, reason unknown. He met with his second in command, ""Could be Trap, hell, it almost certainly is a trap. Doesn't even have a Templar seal on it. "" ""Well are you are on call from your peers, Europe's getting restless"" ""That's exactly why I'm in Germany you plum! Though even if it is a trap I still have to go, I'll be prepared and if I don't go they might lure someone who isn't prepared into the trap. I need you to stay here and put down any Assassins you find, and find the one who got away from us."""
9043,Assassin's Creed: Fall of Empires (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322550,2014-12-05T21:37:00,Altito Asmoro,"<blockquote><div><cite>Altito Asmoro <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322550&amp;p=22685684#p22685684"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">March 19, 1910</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Paris, France</span><br/><br/>Colonel Fransisco Serrano, a French person fully, but with French-Spanish heritage and descents of it. His rank as Master Templar and Colonel is effective in holding on authority for several people under his command as well as supervising activities under his or Templar's. As of now, he's on duty however. He's in Paris to supervise the organization of French Army stationed in Paris. While his rank is Colonel, in secret he holds power more than a higher-ranked officers, at least some of them. <br/><br/>The Assassin's activities in France, especially Paris, is bothering him. The information network had provided him with info, but it's more of rumors and less of truths and facts. His second objective while supervising the French Army at Paris is to inspecting places of importance, including Eiffel Tower, which due to its public use at the afternoon and with little time to spend while supervising, is unable to be inspected. However, at night he and his men will investigate the Tower to find if there are any hidden places of Assassins working in there. <br/><br/>In the meantime, he's working on furthering his ambition as the Grand Master of French Templar, or at least, promotion into General.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>At night, after the supervision had been done. Fransisco, alongside his own troops, about 50 to be honest, all dressed up as French soldiers, to avoid attentions. They all arrived at the Tower with the current objective to find out if there is any Assassins evidences, especially after the death of a local Templar officer near the Tower. His position as a somewhat known religious figure made them lost an important asset. His death was covered up as being killed by fundamentalist of another sect of religion.<br/><br/>Fransisco, armed with his weapons ordered his men to guard the bottom level of the tower, while he will led the second team to climbed up to the tower. He usually led his own investigation, as to knows things personally. He's doing this because he has the skills and abilities to overcome Assassin's attempts, as well as to lead."
9044,Assassin's Creed: Fall of Empires (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322550,2014-12-05T22:08:00,Howslandia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Altito Asmoro <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322550&amp;p=22692157#p22692157"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Altito Asmoro <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322550&amp;p=22685684#p22685684"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">March 19, 1910</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Paris, France</span><br/><br/>Colonel Fransisco Serrano, a French person fully, but with French-Spanish heritage and descents of it. His rank as Master Templar and Colonel is effective in holding on authority for several people under his command as well as supervising activities under his or Templar's. As of now, he's on duty however. He's in Paris to supervise the organization of French Army stationed in Paris. While his rank is Colonel, in secret he holds power more than a higher-ranked officers, at least some of them. <br/><br/>The Assassin's activities in France, especially Paris, is bothering him. The information network had provided him with info, but it's more of rumors and less of truths and facts. His second objective while supervising the French Army at Paris is to inspecting places of importance, including Eiffel Tower, which due to its public use at the afternoon and with little time to spend while supervising, is unable to be inspected. However, at night he and his men will investigate the Tower to find if there are any hidden places of Assassins working in there. <br/><br/>In the meantime, he's working on furthering his ambition as the Grand Master of French Templar, or at least, promotion into General.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>At night, after the supervision had been done. Fransisco, alongside his own troops, about 50 to be honest, all dressed up as French soldiers, to avoid attentions. They all arrived at the Tower with the current objective to find out if there is any Assassins evidences, especially after the death of a local Templar officer near the Tower. His position as a somewhat known religious figure made them lost an important asset. His death was covered up as being killed by fundamentalist of another sect of religion.<br/><br/>Fransisco, armed with his weapons ordered his men to guard the bottom level of the tower, while he will led the second team to climbed up to the tower. He usually led his own investigation, as to knows things personally. He's doing this because he has the skills and abilities to overcome Assassin's attempts, as well as to lead.</div></blockquote><br/>Cai could hear them getting closer, and could tell it was more than one, so instead, she drew her revolver.<br/><br/>""Change of plans, get into fucking cover"" She whispered to Matthieu."
9045,Assassin's Creed: Fall of Empires (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322550,2014-12-05T22:15:00,Marsisian,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Strasbourg, Germany</span><br/><br/>Suddenly, however, a note coming from an eagle interrupted his thoughts. It said for all Assassins to meet up with the Master Assassin and to discuss current events It also showed his location. ""Hmm. I don't know why he wants me there since I'm gathering information, but I suppose orders are orders."" Going down to the ground, he went to the train station and looked at the departures and arrivals board. Going to the platform with the train going to France, he slipped in the back."
9046,Assassin's Creed: Fall of Empires (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322550,2014-12-05T22:23:00,Anarchist States Of America,"<blockquote><div><cite>Howslandia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322550&amp;p=22692466#p22692466"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Altito Asmoro <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322550&amp;p=22692157#p22692157"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>At night, after the supervision had been done. Fransisco, alongside his own troops, about 50 to be honest, all dressed up as French soldiers, to avoid attentions. They all arrived at the Tower with the current objective to find out if there is any Assassins evidences, especially after the death of a local Templar officer near the Tower. His position as a somewhat known religious figure made them lost an important asset. His death was covered up as being killed by fundamentalist of another sect of religion.<br/><br/>Fransisco, armed with his weapons ordered his men to guard the bottom level of the tower, while he will led the second team to climbed up to the tower. He usually led his own investigation, as to knows things personally. He's doing this because he has the skills and abilities to overcome Assassin's attempts, as well as to lead.</div></blockquote><br/>Cai could hear them getting closer, and could tell it was more than one, so instead, she drew her revolver.<br/><br/>""Change of plans, get into fucking cover"" She whispered to Matthieu.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>Kind of tired and weary, Robert would make it to the top, and sees the Japanese Assassin there. Nervous and anxious, Robert stands there and raises his arms and looks at the woman in a weird way.<br/><br/>""What the hell is going on here?"""
9047,Assassin's Creed: Fall of Empires (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322550,2014-12-05T22:23:00,Altito Asmoro,"<blockquote><div><cite>Howslandia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322550&amp;p=22692466#p22692466"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Altito Asmoro <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322550&amp;p=22692157#p22692157"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>At night, after the supervision had been done. Fransisco, alongside his own troops, about 50 to be honest, all dressed up as French soldiers, to avoid attentions. They all arrived at the Tower with the current objective to find out if there is any Assassins evidences, especially after the death of a local Templar officer near the Tower. His position as a somewhat known religious figure made them lost an important asset. His death was covered up as being killed by fundamentalist of another sect of religion.<br/><br/>Fransisco, armed with his weapons ordered his men to guard the bottom level of the tower, while he will led the second team to climbed up to the tower. He usually led his own investigation, as to knows things personally. He's doing this because he has the skills and abilities to overcome Assassin's attempts, as well as to lead.</div></blockquote><br/>Cai could hear them getting closer, and could tell it was more than one, so instead, she drew her revolver.<br/><br/>""Change of plans, get into fucking cover"" She whispered to Matthieu.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Fransisco motioned his men to be ready. Arm themselves, might add.<br/><br/>""Beware, we're fighting against trained Assassins. Hopefully, they're Europeans, if not, well...let's just say that they will sleep with the fishes tonight. Or at least had its body parts split off from its body. And don't give mercy. Interrogate, torture, then death."" said Fransisco as he drew out his sabre and pistol. His men are armed with either rifles, pistols, or swords."
9048,Assassin's Creed: Fall of Empires (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322550,2014-12-05T22:24:00,Alegeharia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Marsisian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322550&amp;p=22692519#p22692519"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bonn, Germany</span><br/><br/>Suddenly, however, a note coming from an eagle interrupted his thoughts. It said for all Assassins to meet up with the Master Assassin and to discuss current events It also showed his location. ""Hmm. I don't know why he wants me there since I'm gathering information, but I suppose orders are orders."" Going down to the ground, he went to the train station and looked at the departures and arrivals board. Going to the platform with the train going to France, he slipped in the back.</div></blockquote><br/>Seeing how his ""golden box"" still pointed to France and with the new arrival heading to France Maheno decided to go to France. Before he got red glows appeared on his piece. He decided to take a small team of 10 (to him this was small) with him in case something was going on. They decided to use a zeppelin to get there and use Leonardos parachute device to drop onto the tower. Maheno has done this before and instructed his men on what do, with that in mind he told them all to equip the hook blade and equip the grappling blade(google Assassins Creed Victory Kotaku). They went off in a hurry some fearing the worse others fearing the flight."
9049,Assassin's Creed: Fall of Empires (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322550,2014-12-05T22:26:00,Howslandia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Anarchist States Of America <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322550&amp;p=22692572#p22692572"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Howslandia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322550&amp;p=22692466#p22692466"">wrote</a>:</cite>Cai could hear them getting closer, and could tell it was more than one, so instead, she drew her revolver.<br/><br/>""Change of plans, get into fucking cover"" She whispered to Matthieu.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>Kind of tired and weary, Robert would make it to the top, and sees the Japanese Assassin there. Nervous and anxious, Robert stands there and raises his arms and looks at the woman in a weird way.<br/><br/>""What the hell is going on here?""</div></blockquote><br/>""Shut the fuck up and get into cover too! I'll interrogate you later, you're too dumb to be a Templar."" She jokes, trying to lighten the mood as they get ready to face off against some Templars."
9050,Assassin's Creed: Fall of Empires (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322550,2014-12-05T22:28:00,Anarchist States Of America,"<blockquote><div><cite>Howslandia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322550&amp;p=22692604#p22692604"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Anarchist States Of America <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322550&amp;p=22692572#p22692572"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><br/>Kind of tired and weary, Robert would make it to the top, and sees the Japanese Assassin there. Nervous and anxious, Robert stands there and raises his arms and looks at the woman in a weird way.<br/><br/>""What the hell is going on here?""</div></blockquote><br/>""Shut the fuck up and get into cover too! I'll interrogate you later, you're too dumb to be a Templar."" She jokes, trying to lighten the mood as they get ready to face off against some Templars.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Robert looks at her and shakes his head before pulling out his brassknuckled knife. He stands next to her and holds it low and away, ready for anything to come up the stairs..<br/><br/>""Templar? Me... please."""
9051,Assassin's Creed: Fall of Empires (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322550,2014-12-05T22:30:00,Howslandia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Anarchist States Of America <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322550&amp;p=22692619#p22692619"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Howslandia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322550&amp;p=22692604#p22692604"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Shut the fuck up and get into cover too! I'll interrogate you later, you're too dumb to be a Templar."" She jokes, trying to lighten the mood as they get ready to face off against some Templars.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Robert looks at her and shakes his head before pulling out his brassknuckled knife. He stands next to her and holds it low and away, ready for anything to come up the stairs..<br/><br/>""Templar? Me... please.""</div></blockquote><br/>""If you don't want that inserted rectally, I advise you to find a FUCKING position, and wait to ambush them"" She said in a harsh whisper."
9052,Assassin's Creed: Fall of Empires (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322550,2014-12-05T22:31:00,Alegeharia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Howslandia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322550&amp;p=22692466#p22692466"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Altito Asmoro <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322550&amp;p=22692157#p22692157"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>At night, after the supervision had been done. Fransisco, alongside his own troops, about 50 to be honest, all dressed up as French soldiers, to avoid attentions. They all arrived at the Tower with the current objective to find out if there is any Assassins evidences, especially after the death of a local Templar officer near the Tower. His position as a somewhat known religious figure made them lost an important asset. His death was covered up as being killed by fundamentalist of another sect of religion.<br/><br/>Fransisco, armed with his weapons ordered his men to guard the bottom level of the tower, while he will led the second team to climbed up to the tower. He usually led his own investigation, as to knows things personally. He's doing this because he has the skills and abilities to overcome Assassin's attempts, as well as to lead.</div></blockquote><br/>Cai could hear them getting closer, and could tell it was more than one, so instead, she drew her revolver.<br/><br/>""Change of plans, get into fucking cover"" She whispered to Matthieu.</div></blockquote><br/>-The brid i the room chirps a bit before walking to Cai-"
9053,Assassin's Creed: Fall of Empires (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322550,2014-12-05T22:34:00,Anarchist States Of America,"<blockquote><div><cite>Howslandia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322550&amp;p=22692631#p22692631"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Anarchist States Of America <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322550&amp;p=22692619#p22692619"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Robert looks at her and shakes his head before pulling out his brassknuckled knife. He stands next to her and holds it low and away, ready for anything to come up the stairs..<br/><br/>""Templar? Me... please.""</div></blockquote><br/>""If you don't want that inserted rectally, I advise you to find a FUCKING position, and wait to ambush them"" She said in a harsh whisper.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Robert would look at her then squints his eyes and sighs, then climbs up above the opening where the steps are and sits there perched like an eagle. He puts his brasskuckled knife away, and readies his hidden blade, as he stares down below him."
9054,Assassin's Creed: Fall of Empires (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322550,2014-12-05T22:35:00,Howslandia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Alegeharia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322550&amp;p=22692640#p22692640"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Howslandia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322550&amp;p=22692466#p22692466"">wrote</a>:</cite>Cai could hear them getting closer, and could tell it was more than one, so instead, she drew her revolver.<br/><br/>""Change of plans, get into fucking cover"" She whispered to Matthieu.</div></blockquote><br/>-The brid i the room chirps a bit before walking to Cai-</div></blockquote><br/>She sees the note on it, and quickly tears the note off and then shoos the bird, then stuffs the note in her pocket to read later."
9055,Assassin's Creed: Fall of Empires (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322550&start=25,2014-12-05T22:44:00,Alegeharia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Howslandia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322550&amp;p=22692673#p22692673"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Alegeharia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322550&amp;p=22692640#p22692640"">wrote</a>:</cite>-The brid i the room chirps a bit before walking to Cai-</div></blockquote><br/>She sees the note on it, and quickly tears the note off and then shoos the bird, then stuffs the note in her pocket to read later.</div></blockquote><br/>despite what most people thought about eagles nus'il thought the assassin was playing got closer and squawked jumped back, squawked and got closer again."
9056,Assassin's Creed: Fall of Empires (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322550&start=25,2014-12-06T12:05:00,Mangjukoia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">March 19, 1910<br/>Paris, France</span><br/><br/>Liu walked along the Seine River, looking up at the tower and sighed. He would have to climb up the tower, which he'd thought would be too noticeable, but then again, he was also notable seeing as he how he is dressed made him stick out. Choosing to climb it, he went over and looked around the base of the tower, climbing up once he was assured that he was not going to be seen. While climbing, he took his time to take a look at the city and the streets and lights below. Once he was almost to the top, he poked his head over to see if anyone was there before him. Seeing two figures and a bird, unsure of affiliation, he climbed over into the top room, slowly drawing his Mauser."
9057,Assassin's Creed: Fall of Empires (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322550&start=25,2014-12-06T12:13:00,Howslandia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Alegeharia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322550&amp;p=22692727#p22692727"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Howslandia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322550&amp;p=22692673#p22692673"">wrote</a>:</cite>She sees the note on it, and quickly tears the note off and then shoos the bird, then stuffs the note in her pocket to read later.</div></blockquote><br/>despite what most people thought about eagles nus'il thought the assassin was playing got closer and squawked jumped back, squawked and got closer again.</div></blockquote><br/>She swatted the bird, not in the mood, and would shoot the thing if it continued.<br/><br/>""This is a cluster fuck!"" she said in a frustrated whisper"
9058,Assassin's Creed: Fall of Empires (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322550&start=25,2014-12-06T14:54:00,Alegeharia,"Maheno finally arrived behind the Eiffel tower. Maheno Jumped first Using what was essentially was paper bag. As Maheno glided down he looked at the the gauntlet realizing he forgot to read the intrusctions took a guess and managed to hook it with him flying straight into the open window tackling cai by accident.<br/>""ohhhh god I should really learn to read instructions. Maheno said as he rubbed his head and tried to rewind the gauntlet. ""Here you will want these attachments as our escape will most likely be back out that window.""<br/>The other assassins more less landed near the window and climbed (up/down) to the window to get into position."
9059,Assassin's Creed: Fall of Empires (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322550&start=25,2014-12-06T15:22:00,Mangjukoia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Alegeharia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322550&amp;p=22699343#p22699343"">wrote</a>:</cite>Maheno finally arrived behind the Eiffel tower. Maheno Jumped first Using what was essentially was paper bag. As Maheno glided down he looked at the the gauntlet realizing he forgot to read the intrusctions took a guess and managed to hook it with him flying straight into the open window tackling cai by accident. <br/>""ohhhh god I should really learn to read instructions. Maheno said as he rubbed his head and tried to rewind the gauntlet. ""Here you will want these attachments as our escape will most likely be back out that window.""<br/>The other assassins more less landed near the window and climbed (up/down) to the window to get into position.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Liu, watched them them enter above him, one of them almost knocking him over.<br/>""Watch where you are going!"" Liu said, shaking his fist with the Mauser.<br/>He recognized them straight away as fellow Assassins, but due to past events, he still holds some resentments towards Westerners."
9060,Assassin's Creed: Fall of Empires (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322550&start=25,2014-12-06T15:32:00,Marsisian,"Johann, on his way to Paris, dozed off until he arrived at the train station in very little time.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Well,</span>he thought<span style=""font-style: italic"">I wonder what the Master Assassin needs with us all.</span>Reaching out his arms and stretching, he noticed a couple of French police chasing him. Smiling, Johann quickly took out his revolver and shot them all and screamed, ""Schweinehund!"" before running off into the city."
9061,Assassin's Creed: Fall of Empires (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322550&start=25,2014-12-06T16:00:00,Anarchist States Of America,"<blockquote><div><cite>Mangjukoia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322550&amp;p=22699738#p22699738"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Alegeharia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322550&amp;p=22699343#p22699343"">wrote</a>:</cite>Maheno finally arrived behind the Eiffel tower. Maheno Jumped first Using what was essentially was paper bag. As Maheno glided down he looked at the the gauntlet realizing he forgot to read the intrusctions took a guess and managed to hook it with him flying straight into the open window tackling cai by accident. <br/>""ohhhh god I should really learn to read instructions. Maheno said as he rubbed his head and tried to rewind the gauntlet. ""Here you will want these attachments as our escape will most likely be back out that window.""<br/>The other assassins more less landed near the window and climbed (up/down) to the window to get into position.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Liu, watched them them enter above him, one of them almost knocking him over. <br/>""Watch where you are going!"" Liu said, shaking his fist with the Mauser.<br/>He recognized them straight away as fellow Assassins, but due to past events, he still holds some resentments towards Westerners.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>Watching this all happen, Robert jumps down from the heading above the steps next to Liu. The smell of alcohol still on his breath, and the look of inebriation still in his eyes<br/><br/>""So, this is what the rest of the order looks like? No offense, but what a mess."""
9062,Assassin's Creed: Fall of Empires (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322550&start=25,2014-12-06T16:18:00,Altito Asmoro,"Fransisco looked inside the Tower. There must have been Assassins here, but where they are hiding is something he cannot possibly know. He ordered his men to look at the inside the Tower more carefully, there might be them there. He cannot attack them as he does not know where they are hidinh at in the Tower."
9063,Assassin's Creed: Fall of Empires (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322550&start=25,2014-12-06T16:21:00,The Sotoan Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>Altito Asmoro <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322550&amp;p=22700558#p22700558"">wrote</a>:</cite>Fransisco looked inside the Tower. There must have been Assassins here, but where they are hiding is something he cannot possibly know. He ordered his men to look at the inside the Tower more carefully, there might be them there. He cannot attack them as he does not know where they are hidinh at in the Tower.</div></blockquote><br/>Matthieu could hear people entering the tower. Multiple people. He turned to Cai.<br/><br/>""If this position is discovered we could be overrun. We should act now."""
9064,Assassin's Creed: Fall of Empires (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322550&start=25,2014-12-06T16:22:00,Alegeharia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Anarchist States Of America <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322550&amp;p=22700251#p22700251"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Mangjukoia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322550&amp;p=22699738#p22699738"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Liu, watched them them enter above him, one of them almost knocking him over. <br/>""Watch where you are going!"" Liu said, shaking his fist with the Mauser.<br/>He recognized them straight away as fellow Assassins, but due to past events, he still holds some resentments towards Westerners.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>Watching this all happen, Robert jumps down from the heading above the steps next to Liu. The smell of alcohol still on his breath, and the look of inebriation still in his eyes<br/><br/>""So, this is what the rest of the order looks like? No offense, but what a mess.""</div></blockquote><br/>""hahaha this isnt even our worse day"" Maheno said. ""Anyway whats going on. I noticed some strange things happening and decided to join the party!"" Maheno then got up and gave a grapple gauntlet to the assassin.<br/>""Here thank our past london assassin for these quite useful if you read the instructions."""
9065,Assassin's Creed: Fall of Empires (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322550&start=25,2014-12-06T16:25:00,Marsisian,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Paris</span><br/><br/>Johann, just wandering around, decided to go into the Eiffel Tower in order to find the meeting place where all the Assassins were. ""I have to go all the way up there?"" After sighing, he started his treacherous climb up to the top."
9066,Assassin's Creed: Fall of Empires (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322550&start=25,2014-12-06T16:27:00,Altito Asmoro,"It is useless.<br/><br/><br/>Fransisco knows they are here, but with no visible targets, it is useless. Fransico barked to his men to flee from the scene now, and to return to the barracks. No visible enemies are not very effective in fighting them. But this will not end. As they went down from the Tower, he had not noticed of people climbing up the Tower."
9067,Assassin's Creed: Fall of Empires (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322550&start=25,2014-12-06T19:44:00,The New Great Roman Empire,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Paris, France</span><br/><br/>After many delays with trains and tickets being switched and all round frustration, James Arrived in Paris. He went out to rent a place to stay, he would wait out the night and go in the morning, The letter didn't tell him to go anywhere specific but it had the general area of the Eiffel Tower."
9068,Assassin's Creed: Fall of Empires (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322550&start=25,2014-12-06T20:50:00,Marsisian,"After minutes of grueling climbing, Johann finally made it up to where the rest of the Assassins were. ""What'd I miss,"" he said in German, smirking, then sat down and began to polish his Colt."
9069,Assassin's Creed: Fall of Empires (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322550&start=25,2014-12-06T20:56:00,Alegeharia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Marsisian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322550&amp;p=22704421#p22704421"">wrote</a>:</cite>After minutes of grueling climbing, Johann finally made it up to where the rest of the Assassins were. ""What'd I miss,"" he said in German, smirking, then sat down and began to polish his Colt.</div></blockquote><br/>""Not much."" Maheno said as he tossed another grapple gauntlet. ""There was increased templar activity how ever it seems to have stopped. At this point i think its safe to say we have a foothold in paris. We should start recruiting the locals no? or do we do things differently then in US?"""
9070,Assassin's Creed: Fall of Empires (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322550&start=25,2014-12-06T20:58:00,Marsisian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Alegeharia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322550&amp;p=22704476#p22704476"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Marsisian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322550&amp;p=22704421#p22704421"">wrote</a>:</cite>After minutes of grueling climbing, Johann finally made it up to where the rest of the Assassins were. ""What'd I miss,"" he said in German, smirking, then sat down and began to polish his Colt.</div></blockquote><br/>""Not much."" Maheno said as he tossed another grapple gauntlet. ""There was increased templar activity how ever it seems to have stopped. At this point i think its safe to say we have a foothold in paris. We should start recruiting the locals no? or do we do things differently then in US?""</div></blockquote><br/>""You know, I don't think we have enough Assassins in Africa,"" Johann said. ""The Templars basically dominate that entire area, and it's going to be important later on. And the US."""
9071,Assassin's Creed: Fall of Empires (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322550&start=25,2014-12-06T21:09:00,Alegeharia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Marsisian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322550&amp;p=22704495#p22704495"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Alegeharia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322550&amp;p=22704476#p22704476"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Not much."" Maheno said as he tossed another grapple gauntlet. ""There was increased templar activity how ever it seems to have stopped. At this point i think its safe to say we have a foothold in paris. We should start recruiting the locals no? or do we do things differently then in US?""</div></blockquote><br/>""You know, I don't think we have enough Assassins in Africa,"" Johann said. ""The Templars basically dominate that entire area, and it's going to be important later on. And the US.""</div></blockquote><br/>""The US i have down so far, There is just a new prison that popped up that seems very suspicious so i sent a few assassins that way. Africa would be big a bit to big at this point though no?"" Maheno sits down in one of the chairs and pulls out a box. He presses a button and out pops a gold light showing a map.<br/>""Ok look so we are here. Currently from your origins there are small pockets of influence here in paris is the highest sphere."" Maheno said as a blue orb pops up over the Eiffel tower and a little bit out, with smaller circles around the other assassins hometowns. ""Now the one in the US is big as its a nation, my nation to be exact. Africa is abit chaotic (if i remember my history right) right now it be harder to get them all under one banner."""
9072,Assassin's Creed: Fall of Empires (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322550&start=25,2014-12-06T21:14:00,Marsisian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Alegeharia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322550&amp;p=22704640#p22704640"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Marsisian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322550&amp;p=22704495#p22704495"">wrote</a>:</cite>""You know, I don't think we have enough Assassins in Africa,"" Johann said. ""The Templars basically dominate that entire area, and it's going to be important later on. And the US.""</div></blockquote><br/>""The US i have down so far, There is just a new prison that popped up that seems very suspicious so i sent a few assassins that way. Africa would be big a bit to big at this point though no?"" Maheno sits down in one of the chairs and pulls out a box. He presses a button and out pops a gold light showing a map.<br/>""Ok look so we are here. Currently from your origins there are small pockets of influence here in paris is the highest sphere."" Maheno said as a blue orb pops up over the Eiffel tower and a little bit out, with smaller circles around the other assassins hometowns. ""Now the one in the US is big as its a nation, my nation to be exact. Africa is abit chaotic (if i remember my history right) right now it be harder to get them all under one banner.""</div></blockquote><br/>""We could start small in North Africa. That might be worthwhile."""
9073,Assassin's Creed: Fall of Empires (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322550&start=25,2014-12-06T21:18:00,Alegeharia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Marsisian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322550&amp;p=22704714#p22704714"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Alegeharia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322550&amp;p=22704640#p22704640"">wrote</a>:</cite>""The US i have down so far, There is just a new prison that popped up that seems very suspicious so i sent a few assassins that way. Africa would be big a bit to big at this point though no?"" Maheno sits down in one of the chairs and pulls out a box. He presses a button and out pops a gold light showing a map.<br/>""Ok look so we are here. Currently from your origins there are small pockets of influence here in paris is the highest sphere."" Maheno said as a blue orb pops up over the Eiffel tower and a little bit out, with smaller circles around the other assassins hometowns. ""Now the one in the US is big as its a nation, my nation to be exact. Africa is abit chaotic (if i remember my history right) right now it be harder to get them all under one banner.""</div></blockquote><br/>""We could start small in North Africa. That might be worthwhile.""</div></blockquote><br/>""True, But where in North Africa."" Maheno said as he gestured for the assassin to point on the map.<br/>""What is your name by the way.... Infact I don't think i know anyones name here. I am Maheno i was the one that sent the note."""
9074,Assassin's Creed: Fall of Empires (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322550&start=25,2014-12-06T21:21:00,Marsisian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Alegeharia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322550&amp;p=22704760#p22704760"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Marsisian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322550&amp;p=22704714#p22704714"">wrote</a>:</cite>""We could start small in North Africa. That might be worthwhile.""</div></blockquote><br/>""True, But where in North Africa."" Maheno said as he gestured for the assassin to point on the map. <br/>""What is your name by the way.... Infact I don't think i know anyones name here. I am Maheno i was the one that sent the note.""</div></blockquote><br/>""My name? My name is Johann von Richter. I was an Unteroffizier in the German military until I met an Assassin in East Africa. Anyway, I think French Algeria would be a good choice. There is still lots of Europeans there and it's close to France."""
9075,Assassin's Creed: Fall of Empires (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322550&start=25,2014-12-06T21:27:00,Alegeharia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Marsisian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322550&amp;p=22704812#p22704812"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Alegeharia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322550&amp;p=22704760#p22704760"">wrote</a>:</cite>""True, But where in North Africa."" Maheno said as he gestured for the assassin to point on the map. <br/>""What is your name by the way.... Infact I don't think i know anyones name here. I am Maheno i was the one that sent the note.""</div></blockquote><br/>""My name? My name is Johann von Richter. I was an Unteroffizier in the German military until I met an Assassin in East Africa. Anyway, I think French Algeria would be a good choice. There is still lots of Europeans there and it's close to France.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Sounds good then what do the rest of you guys think?"" As he turned the box off and pocketed it. ""I think though some of us stay here in paris to keep our foot here as well in Africa."""
9076,Assassin's Creed: Fall of Empires (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322550&start=25,2014-12-07T06:05:00,Howslandia,"""I was sent here to Europe to find out why tensions between the nations of Europe are increasing, and if they are related to the Templars"""
9077,Assassin's Creed: Fall of Empires (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322550&start=25,2014-12-07T08:16:00,The New Great Roman Empire,"James woke up in his Paris Hotel calmly, suddenly he remembered he was in the middle of a war that's been going on for thousands of years with no end in sight. His usual frown returned. He got dressed and left for a place to eat, he was in close proximity to the Eiffel Tower. He considered going up for a better look at the city and if he might see where ever he is to go."
9078,Assassin's Creed: Fall of Empires (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322550&start=25,2014-12-07T08:43:00,Mangjukoia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Alegeharia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322550&amp;p=22704760#p22704760"">wrote</a>:</cite>""True, But where in North Africa."" Maheno said as he gestured for the assassin to point on the map. <br/>""What is your name by the way.... Infact I don't think i know anyones name here. I am Maheno i was the one that sent the note.""</div></blockquote><br/>""I am Liu Bao-Bai. Chinese Brotherhood. I am here to trace back the Templars that were in my country. The Opium Wars and our Emperors have given the Templars access to my country with ease."""
9079,Assassin's Creed: Fall of Empires (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322550&start=25,2014-12-07T08:53:00,Anarchist States Of America,"Robert looks at them as they introduce himself. This is the first Robert ever really interacted with other Assassins due to his unusual self trained background.<br/><br/>""I'm Robert De Lafayette. I'm an American born Frenchman, from Paris."""
9080,Assassin's Creed: Fall of Empires (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322550&start=50,2014-12-07T19:41:00,The Sotoan Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>Anarchist States Of America <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322550&amp;p=22709236#p22709236"">wrote</a>:</cite>Robert looks at them as they introduce himself. This is the first Robert ever really interacted with other Assassins due to his unusual self trained background.<br/><br/>""I'm Robert De Lafayette. I'm an American born Frenchman, from Paris.""</div></blockquote><br/>Mtthieu came out of the shadows when he was sure the coast was clear. He put away his trowing knife and reached out a hand to the Assassins.<br/><br/>""Matthieu Hanner. Pleased to meet you."""
9081,Assassin's Creed: Fall of Empires (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322550&start=50,2014-12-07T19:43:00,Alegeharia,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Sotoan Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322550&amp;p=22718510#p22718510"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Anarchist States Of America <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322550&amp;p=22709236#p22709236"">wrote</a>:</cite>Robert looks at them as they introduce himself. This is the first Robert ever really interacted with other Assassins due to his unusual self trained background.<br/><br/>""I'm Robert De Lafayette. I'm an American born Frenchman, from Paris.""</div></blockquote><br/>Mtthieu came out of the shadows when he was sure the coast was clear. He put away his trowing knife and reached out a hand to the Assassins. <br/><br/>""Matthieu Hanner. Pleased to meet you.""</div></blockquote><br/>Maheno clasped the mans forearm. ""good to see you."""
9082,Assassin's Creed: Fall of Empires (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322550&start=50,2014-12-07T19:47:00,The Sotoan Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>Alegeharia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322550&amp;p=22718547#p22718547"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Sotoan Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322550&amp;p=22718510#p22718510"">wrote</a>:</cite>Mtthieu came out of the shadows when he was sure the coast was clear. He put away his trowing knife and reached out a hand to the Assassins. <br/><br/>""Matthieu Hanner. Pleased to meet you.""</div></blockquote><br/>Maheno clasped the mans forearm. ""good to see you.""</div></blockquote><br/>Matthieu glanced around at the assembled Assassins. How rare it was for so many members from around the world to be in one place.<br/><br/>""Is there something you need Mentor?"""
9083,Assassin's Creed: Fall of Empires (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322550&start=50,2014-12-07T19:48:00,Alegeharia,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Sotoan Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322550&amp;p=22718598#p22718598"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Alegeharia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322550&amp;p=22718547#p22718547"">wrote</a>:</cite>Maheno clasped the mans forearm. ""good to see you.""</div></blockquote><br/>Matthieu glanced around at the assembled Assassins. How rare it was for so many members from around the world to be in one place. <br/><br/>""Is there something you need Mentor?""</div></blockquote><br/>""were discussing our new objectives, Strengthening the guild here and setting one up in africa."""
9084,Assassin's Creed: Fall of Empires (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322550&start=50,2014-12-07T19:52:00,The Sotoan Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>Alegeharia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322550&amp;p=22718606#p22718606"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Sotoan Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322550&amp;p=22718598#p22718598"">wrote</a>:</cite>Matthieu glanced around at the assembled Assassins. How rare it was for so many members from around the world to be in one place. <br/><br/>""Is there something you need Mentor?""</div></blockquote><br/>""were discussing our new objectives, Strengthening the guild here and setting one up in africa.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Bigger than that. Something's on the horizon. The Templars are working towards something. Planning something. Tell me Mentor, is there something we are planning in turn? Something to ease the tensions rising in this continent?"""
9085,Assassin's Creed: Fall of Empires (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322550&start=50,2014-12-07T19:55:00,Alegeharia,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Sotoan Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322550&amp;p=22718646#p22718646"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Alegeharia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322550&amp;p=22718606#p22718606"">wrote</a>:</cite>""were discussing our new objectives, Strengthening the guild here and setting one up in africa.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Bigger than that. Something's on the horizon. The Templars are working towards something. Planning something. Tell me Mentor, is there something we are planning in turn? Something to ease the tensions rising in this continent?""</div></blockquote><br/>"" I have beewn focusing some resources to a prison that has templaric like ties in the US. The Activity here is actually the reason why we are building a guild here. Which brings me back to the next part recruiting people here."""
9086,Assassin's Creed: Fall of Empires (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322550&start=50,2014-12-07T20:15:00,Anarchist States Of America,"Robert looks around and starts to think. He realized that this is what he read in his father's manuscripts about his Assassin bretherin.<br/><br/>""Forgive me but I'm going to be honest here. I've never been with other Assassins before. I'm kind of new to all of this. So if you want a new self-trained experienced recruit. You have me."""
9087,Assassin's Creed: Fall of Empires (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322550&start=50,2014-12-07T20:17:00,Marsisian,"While polishing his revolver and generally not caring about the outside world, Johann accidentally sneezed, fired his gun in the air, and almost tipped over the side of the tower. ""Oops,"" he said. ""Wait, what are we all talking about? I tuned out for most of the entire time we were here."""
9088,Assassin's Creed: Fall of Empires (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322550&start=50,2014-12-07T20:22:00,Alegeharia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Anarchist States Of America <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322550&amp;p=22718925#p22718925"">wrote</a>:</cite>Robert looks around and starts to think. He realized that this is what he read in his father's manuscripts about his Assassin bretherin.<br/><br/>""Forgive me but I'm going to be honest here. I've never been with other Assassins before. I'm kind of new to all of this. So if you want a new self-trained experienced recruit. You have me.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Thats quite alright. If anything we have all come here to more or less learn from each other. If we are to work together we will have to learn how we work.""<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Marsisian wrote:</cite> While polishing his revolver and generally not caring about the outside world, Johann accidentally sneezed, fired his gun in the air, and almost tipped over the side of the tower. ""Oops,"" he said. ""Wait, what are we all talking about? I tuned out for most of the entire time we were here."" </div></blockquote><br/>""ugh now we have another whole to patch."" Maheno said as he looked up and pointed to the window. ""speaking of we have to be stealthier. These windows have latches. especially by the elevator, they have to have that for maintenance. We also need to discuss a permanent Hide Out."""
9089,Assassin's Creed: Fall of Empires (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322550&start=50,2014-12-08T19:36:00,Kheeriin,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">March 20th, 1910<br/>Eastern Lapplands<br/>About Noon</span><br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 25px;""></span>Basaan stole a horse after murdering Father Donisi, the man who killed his father in cold blood. This new solid white steed was faster than his original horse in Helsinki, but it had a much higher metabolism, causing him to move slowly. He estimates that he'll be in Moscow soon after he finds a caravan."
9090,Assassin's Creed: Fall of Empires (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322550&start=50,2014-12-08T21:21:00,Altito Asmoro,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">March 20th, 1910<br/>Somewhere in Paris</span><br/><br/>A building in the central area of Paris, where there is a party. Businessmen, politicians, wealthy merchants, military officers, civil figures, religion figures, celebrities, as well as Templar. The party is, at the front, a normal wealthy-only part, with some popular figures here and there. At the back, it is a business. Concerning everything from businesses, military problems, domestic affairs, and even foreign affairs. All in favor of the Templar.<br/><br/>Fransisco is in the party as well, particularly in the back as of now. With the Assassins's rise in Templar (Limited evidences and many rumors, however), perhaps they will act fast to secure a position, no matter how small it is. At the same time, however, France is already going to the age where they want to increase their arms race to the extend of a faster and more efficient one to win against British and Germans. Fransisco had secured the position as another arms dealer supporting the move and with endless flow of weapons and ideas from Templar, they then can place their own Templar president at the high command of presidency, as the current president is neutral.<br/><br/>About the Assassins, several Templar officers had been warned and to be ordered to patrol at day and night, to look for places of where they will be hiding at."
9091,Assassin's Creed: Fall of Empires (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322550&start=50,2014-12-10T15:03:00,Howslandia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Alegeharia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322550&amp;p=22719011#p22719011"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Anarchist States Of America <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322550&amp;p=22718925#p22718925"">wrote</a>:</cite>Robert looks around and starts to think. He realized that this is what he read in his father's manuscripts about his Assassin bretherin.<br/><br/>""Forgive me but I'm going to be honest here. I've never been with other Assassins before. I'm kind of new to all of this. So if you want a new self-trained experienced recruit. You have me.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Thats quite alright. If anything we have all come here to more or less learn from each other. If we are to work together we will have to learn how we work.""<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Marsisian wrote:</cite> While polishing his revolver and generally not caring about the outside world, Johann accidentally sneezed, fired his gun in the air, and almost tipped over the side of the tower. ""Oops,"" he said. ""Wait, what are we all talking about? I tuned out for most of the entire time we were here."" </div></blockquote><br/>""ugh now we have another whole to patch."" Maheno said as he looked up and pointed to the window. ""speaking of we have to be stealthier. These windows have latches. especially by the elevator, they have to have that for maintenance. We also need to discuss a permanent Hide Out.""</div></blockquote><br/>""I have been hiding out in a small home near the town of Nice, we could go there. And...... sorry about the window...."""
9092,Assassin's Creed: Fall of Empires (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322550&start=50,2014-12-10T18:03:00,Alegeharia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Howslandia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322550&amp;p=22751185#p22751185"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Alegeharia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322550&amp;p=22719011#p22719011"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""Thats quite alright. If anything we have all come here to more or less learn from each other. If we are to work together we will have to learn how we work.""<br/><br/><br/>""ugh now we have another whole to patch."" Maheno said as he looked up and pointed to the window. ""speaking of we have to be stealthier. These windows have latches. especially by the elevator, they have to have that for maintenance. We also need to discuss a permanent Hide Out.""</div></blockquote><br/>""I have been hiding out in a small home near the town of Nice, we could go there. And...... sorry about the window....""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""we shall get that fixed soon hopefully. And the home could work if you are willing."""
9093,Assassin's Creed: Fall of Empires (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322550&start=50,2014-12-15T11:03:00,Howslandia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Alegeharia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322550&amp;p=22753360#p22753360"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Howslandia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322550&amp;p=22751185#p22751185"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I have been hiding out in a small home near the town of Nice, we could go there. And...... sorry about the window....""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""we shall get that fixed soon hopefully. And the home could work if you are willing.""</div></blockquote><br/>""It has more than enough space for all of us if some don't mind sleeping on the floor. We'll also have to go to the market in Nice and get food regularly."" Cai said, looking around at all of her fellow Assassins."
9094,Assassin's Creed: Fall of Empires (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322550&start=50,2014-12-15T16:02:00,Alegeharia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Howslandia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322550&amp;p=22806060#p22806060"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Alegeharia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322550&amp;p=22753360#p22753360"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""we shall get that fixed soon hopefully. And the home could work if you are willing.""</div></blockquote><br/>""It has more than enough space for all of us if some don't mind sleeping on the floor. We'll also have to go to the market in Nice and get food regularly."" Cai said, looking around at all of her fellow Assassins.</div></blockquote><br/>""Food will be a bit of an issue as it will draw some attention. We will need to bribe some people and create routes or tunnels for us to get food safely from those places and our safe house."" Maheno said as he pulled out a map. ""Now where is the safe house and where are the resources."""
9095,Assassin's Creed: Fall of Empires (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322550&start=50,2014-12-16T06:51:00,Altito Asmoro,"<blockquote><div><cite>Altito Asmoro <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322550&amp;p=22732771#p22732771"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">March 20th, 1910<br/>Somewhere in Paris</span><br/><br/>A building in the central area of Paris, where there is a party. Businessmen, politicians, wealthy merchants, military officers, civil figures, religion figures, celebrities, as well as Templar. The party is, at the front, a normal wealthy-only part, with some popular figures here and there. At the back, it is a business. Concerning everything from businesses, military problems, domestic affairs, and even foreign affairs. All in favor of the Templar.<br/><br/>Fransisco is in the party as well, particularly in the back as of now. With the Assassins's rise in Templar (Limited evidences and many rumors, however), perhaps they will act fast to secure a position, no matter how small it is. At the same time, however, France is already going to the age where they want to increase their arms race to the extend of a faster and more efficient one to win against British and Germans. Fransisco had secured the position as another arms dealer supporting the move and with endless flow of weapons and ideas from Templar, they then can place their own Templar president at the high command of presidency, as the current president is neutral.<br/><br/>About the Assassins, several Templar officers had been warned and to be ordered to patrol at day and night, to look for places of where they will be hiding at.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Templar must make a move now.<br/><br/>There are some government officials unwilling to cooperate with the Templar's objective. So, Fransisco and several of his trusted men marched to a house of one of those officials who also have a meeting with other officials. They barked in through the door and met with the leader of the group. Although they protested (<span style=""font-weight: bold"">and some are accompanied with armed men, likely to be hired mercenaries)</span>and even demanded they went out before something happened, Fransisco didn't followed. He immediately started a fight with them, and even though they are a bit of outnumbered<span style=""font-weight: bold""> (10 hired mercenaries and 5 officials versus 7 trained Templar)</span>the Templar won the fight, having killed them all, and lost one of them in the process. Fransisco ordered his men to flee from the event of the fight<span style=""font-weight: bold"">(few shots fired, notified some patrolling armed policemen)</span>but not before make one of the dead mercenaries clothed with a white hood and placing a hidden blade<span style=""font-weight: bold""> (taken from a dead Assassins years ago by his grandfather, so it's a bit rusty)</span>to framed the Assassins.<br/><br/>An informant of Templar (<span style=""font-weight: bold"">and a member of the military intelligence</span>) told the policemen that a group of foreigners are the ones who did this and should not be taken lightly."
9096,Assassin's Creed: Fall of Empires (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322550&start=50,2014-12-17T14:57:00,Howslandia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Alegeharia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322550&amp;p=22808820#p22808820"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Howslandia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322550&amp;p=22806060#p22806060"">wrote</a>:</cite>""It has more than enough space for all of us if some don't mind sleeping on the floor. We'll also have to go to the market in Nice and get food regularly."" Cai said, looking around at all of her fellow Assassins.</div></blockquote><br/>""Food will be a bit of an issue as it will draw some attention. We will need to bribe some people and create routes or tunnels for us to get food safely from those places and our safe house."" Maheno said as he pulled out a map. ""Now where is the safe house and where are the resources.""</div></blockquote><br/>""It's in a rural area not too far from Nice. Its small, but it will do."""
9097,Assassin's Creed: Fall of Empires (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322550&start=50,2014-12-17T15:18:00,Alegeharia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Howslandia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322550&amp;p=22830211#p22830211"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Alegeharia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322550&amp;p=22808820#p22808820"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Food will be a bit of an issue as it will draw some attention. We will need to bribe some people and create routes or tunnels for us to get food safely from those places and our safe house."" Maheno said as he pulled out a map. ""Now where is the safe house and where are the resources.""</div></blockquote><br/>""It's in a rural area not too far from Nice. Its small, but it will do.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Excellent now we ju-"" Suddenly a bird smacked the newly put up window smashing it and dropped a letter in Mahenos hand.<br/>""Ha- uggh"" maheno was a bit annoyed that the window broke but looked at the thing again. He petted the bird and opened the letter.<br/>""One of our blades have been found in a murder scene, according to this its looks rusted but we should check it out."""
9098,Spera: The World of Hope (IC) (Sign Up first!),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322552,2014-12-04T17:09:00,Hastiaka,"<div align=""center""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-size: 140%; line-height: 116%;"">Spera: the World of Hope<br/><hr/></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""https://user.xmission.com/~emailbox/glenda/bierstadt/b-tropical_landscape_with_fishing_boats_in_bay.jpg""/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">LINKS</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">|<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322238"" rel=""nofollow"">OOC</a>|</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 140%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #FF8000"">The Threat in the Horizon</span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">The Year is 791 AGW (After the Great war). The Emirate of Ahar was wiped out from existance by the Maruians. The Human Alliance is rotting and in decay. However, the Empire of Hessacles had successfully repaired itself to become a superpower. The Recent attack of the Maruians would soon trigger hate and dismay against themselves. Emissaries were sent by the Maruians. With the Emissaries, heads of the captured spies sent by every Human nation in Spera. The Kings and Queens alike were shocked. They were freezing at the horror. Will the Armies of Mankind be enough to stop the Vast and Immense armies of the Maruians?</span><br/><hr/></blockquote></div>"
9099,Spera: The World of Hope (IC) (Sign Up first!),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322552,2014-12-04T20:29:00,New Roman Empire,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">King James Zantal <br/>Royal palace, Kirkwall, Kingdom of Kirkwall</span><br/><br/>A messenger ran into the room with a message That apparently was extremely important That He interrupted The advisory meeting. ""My king, The city state of Orlean has attacked our western border. Commander Valtros had me come straight here with The report of The battle and The damage. The good news is We pushed them out,bad news is The city of Dirnum took heavy damage in The fighting."" Informed The messenger As He kneeled As James stood up and walked over To him. He took The report and opened It,all of what The man had said was true. Apparently The Kingdom's greatest place of learning was damaged. That would take years To repair, But The report said It was still use able. So It wasnt a complete loss To The Kingdom. James dismissed The man to go get some rest and rejoined The Marshal, spy master, archemage, and the diplomat.<br/><br/>He slid The letter onto The table So everyone else could see It, ""spy master, would You care To explain How This slipped through Your net and How we weren't told about this?"" Asked James As He looked The spy master in her eye's. She was always very resourceful, But thus shocked him That she didnt have any knowledge of a possible attack such as this. She shook her head slowly As she kept reading her eyes grew larger.<br/><br/>""Well then, I think We should respond To This attack, But We will make sure That We take their city. Marshal Tell Commander Voltras To wait For The 3,000 men Then I want him To march and take Orlean."" Ordered James as The marshal nodded and left The room. ""Ambassadors, How far should Your man be from The capital of Driaotcha?"" Asked James<br/><br/>""She should be there Any tone now, As They are To our north."" Informed The ambassador.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Diplomat Xanus</span><br/><br/>Xanus had just arrived at The front gates of The palace To Driaotcha. ""I am from The kingdom of Kirkwall, I have a message For Your queen."" I formed Xanus"
9100,Spera: The World of Hope (IC) (Sign Up first!),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322552,2014-12-04T23:53:00,Hastiaka,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">The City of Ardon, Hessacles</span><br/><br/>The Day was shining in the City of Ardon. The Rich and the Middle class folks were lining up in the White clad polished Granite and Marble streets of the Capital. the Golden-clad Towers and Statues reflect the rays of the Sun. The Temple of Palia are being visited by Rich pilgrims. The flags of the Empire greets the city's residence. It was a special day for Ardon. It was the birthday of the Godess Palia. During this day, Pilgrims would pour Thousands of gold coins in the Temple's offerings. the City's cultural guards also known as the Peacekeepers are seen all throughout the city.<br/><br/>However, one Male Mariuan came with a ebony-clad cart. He drawed attention. He climed the Temple's steps and walked towards the Sacred Statue of Palia. The Nobles, Pilgrims and the Wealthy thought he was going to offer money. the Mariuan sliced the rope used to hold the Canopy of the Covered cart. Hundreds of severed heads were dropped in the Temple. a River of blood appeared in the Temple's Steps. The Wealthy and the Nobles fled. Children were panicking. The Elderly had heart attacks.<br/><br/>The Peacekeepers rushed to capture and arrest the Man. After an hour, he was brought to the Imperial Palace. The Empress looked at him and asked.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">''Barbarians! How dare you desolate the Sacred temple of Palia! This is utter outrage! Who sent you here?!''</span>asked Empress Genova.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">''This is the start of a Second Great war. The heads are of your spies were personally severed by my God-Emperess''</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">''Kill him! Now!</span>said the Empress."
9101,Spera: The World of Hope (IC) (Sign Up first!),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322552,2014-12-05T07:00:00,New Jordslag,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Palace of the Empire, Draiochta, Capital City of Regalia</span><br/>The Guards, noticing Xanus's Diplomat clothing, opened the large Iron gates. ""You may go in,"" Said Miach, Captain of the Palace Guard. ""But be sure to to pay your respects to our glorious Queen, and all the gods who stand behind her."" Then he stepped aside.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Inside the Palace of the Empire</span><br/>High Queen Emeralda was decidedly bored. Her Advisors argued over the most trivial of matters, and it was obviously to anybody with the capacity to think that they were more interested in gaining more political power for themselves than expanding the Empire or rebuilding the nation. After listening to their squabbles for a while, she decided she would fire them all tomorrow. After all, she was a new queen who had just been crowned. It was time for her to get a new court. Just as she was about to wave them all off and head off to bed, the doors open. She sighed. ""Welcome, visitor. I assume Miach let you in, which means you must have a good reason for being here, correct?""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Port City of Chechtala, Draiochta</span><br/>The Glorious Fleet of the Empire was being loaded up. Ever since the reforms of High King Meas, the Military was less corrupt and more Combat-worthy then ever before. The army loaded into the many Troop Transports. The goal: to retake the lost Draiochtan Empire. The place: Haaratva, weakest of the City States that seceded from Draiochta. Located just south-west of Draiochta. It was a miracle they hadn't been absorbed by anybody else yet. The Admiral of the Fleet, Dian Trellos, was on his Imperial Flagship, a Huge Frigate by the name of<span style=""font-style: italic"">Dunaan</span>. Dunaan was one of the oldest ships of the Empire, but it held together, and no other ship in the fleet could match it's firepower. He decided to write a letter informing the High Queen if the invasion. Then he set off."
9102,Spera: The World of Hope (IC) (Sign Up first!),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322552,2014-12-05T08:01:00,New Roman Empire,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Diplomat Xanus</span><br/><br/>She bowed before speaking, ""I am Diplomat Xanus of the Kingdom of Kirkwall. Firstly King Zantal would like to congratulate on your coronation. That he was too busy to attend with matters of state. Now as to why I am here, King Zantal would like to extend a formal alliance of protection and trade with the Holy Empire. As you know allies are hard to find in times like these. As our two people have been geographically close. He believes that an alliance would be bennificial as we are two of the strongest powers in our region. With your navy and our archers, Calvary and infantry. We would be an alliance to be feared by all."" Informed Xanus as she handed the Queen's steward a letter.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Queen Emeralda,<br/><br/>I hope this letter finds you in good health. For years the Kingdom of Kirkwall and the holy Empire have lived in peace and harmony together. I am proposing a military and a trade alliance. I believe this will suit us both as we are one of the major power players in our region. I believe that an alliance will strengthen our position and more if a threat to those who oppose us. As I know your currently trying to rebuild or at least that was the last bit of news. I would like to invite you to a feast that will be held if we can agree to an alliance in Kirkwall. I hope to hear from you soon.<br/><br/>King James Zantal</blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">James Zantal<br/>Royal Palace, Kirkwall, Kingdom of Kirkwall</span><br/><br/>James looked amongst his advisors that were left, ""Archemage I want you to get your rune crafter's busy, I believe we will be getting more weapons are our military since we have been attacked. Spy master, go find out why you didn't hear of this attack. I bet we have a double agent in our mists. Ambassador, I want a improvement vote held, I want to know how we can further improve the city and a list of possible allies."" Informed James as Hus advisors nodded and they left the room. James walked out of the room and headed to the war room. Where he saw the 3 thousand men marching to Voltras who would take the city state that bordered a mountain range."
9103,Spera: The World of Hope (IC) (Sign Up first!),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322552,2014-12-05T15:23:00,Personal Freedom,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Eagle Crest</span></span><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">High above the capital city lies a castle roughly hewed from stone. From the castle hangs a shadow, a grim reminder of the presence of the Knight Commandant and the Knight of the Eagle. The interior of the castle is no more luxurious than the external structure suggests. The pleasure places of the old kings have long ago been burned out, and the knights do not allow materialism to afflict the members of their ranks. Instead of the comforts of the old rulers, the knights have instead opted for the uncomfortable and the inhospitable, the dank and the barren. Beneath the castle one can only guess the horrors of the dungeon, for most the quarters of a typical knight would be torture enough. In the council-room today are three armored men, one wearing an angular helmet that conceals the face. He speaks in a cool tone even as the others seem to be clearly upset by something. </span><br/><br/>""The infidels have killed our man. We can hope that they are saved before they face the infernal flames of the Sun,"" the helmeted figure spoke with a voice that failed to change expression.<br/><br/>""Commandant, what of the threat they pose upon our kingdom? Do we not take action now to prepare ourselves, do we not prepare for war,"" asked a sandy-bearded gentleman as he paced. The castle air chilled his bones as a draft brought in the wet cold.<br/><br/>""There is nothing to be done. We've been preparing for years. When they come the full weight of their sin will lead them to their deaths. Let them come with their feigned goddess and blasphemous thoughts. Our army is trained, the inquisitors are ready, whatever threat they pose is minimal. They are not favored. We are the sole favored kingdom on the planet and our armies are strong. Let them come, assault us on our home ground. They will fall to blackened steel and sharpened sword. Do you not see that?""<br/><br/>""I don't share your confidence,"" stated the third man, who had been silent up until this point.<br/><br/>""Pity, Lord Rhobert, quite. Maybe you'll learn some confidence while the skin on your pack is gently peeled off... after my guards flay you. GUARDS!""<br/><br/>Immediately several men descended on Lord Rhobert and overwhelmed him. Only vile curses and the trod of heavy feet could be heard as the men struggled to drag the armoured man away.<br/><br/>""Commandant, was that for lack of faith?"" asked the bearded man.<br/><br/>""Partly. Partly because he failed to address me properly."""
9104,Spera: The World of Hope (IC) (Sign Up first!),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322552,2014-12-05T17:40:00,Hastiaka,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Central Port Sistine, The Empire of Hessacles</span><br/><br/>Port Sistine is one of the More important places in the Empire. Thousands of Merchants all over Spera gather and trade goods and exotic materials. Maruians would occasionally trade here. However in recent years, All trade has ceased between the Two Nations. In the center of the Port lies a great golden statue. The statue of Admiral Aphroda. The greatest female Admiral Spera could offer. The Admiral stopped the advance of the Mariuan Armada several miles away from Central Port. Encircling the Statue is a vast array of First-class Houses. Next to the Array of Houses lies the Central Factories. The most finest factories in Spera. Encircling the Factories is the Beggar District. While the Houses next to the dock are Merchant-class.<br/><br/>However, the Imperial Navy had recently transformed this Economically important Metropolis to be a Naval Station. Naval Galleons are docked in the Halle and Junna Wharfs in the Port. Thousands of Marines are stationed in this City. However, Yesterday it all changed when Fireships from the Maruian Navy rammed several Capitol ships. Fire spread fast. The Shacks in the Wharfs burned easily. The smoke reached an altitude enough for the neighboring Kingdoms to see. The entire Sistinan populace rushed to stopped the Fire. A day after, the Fire stopped. However, it burnt part of the Merchant District and Most of the Beggar District<br/><br/>Angered by the Latest Mariuan Attacks, the Empress sent a message to all the Kingdoms in Spera.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Officiale Communique<br/>Imperial Palace, City of Ardon</span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Leaders, <br/><br/>We ask for your urgent help. We are under attack. the City of Sistine had been deliberately burnt with no conscience. Need urgent response!<br/><br/>Sincerely,<br/>Empress Genova IV</span></blockquote>"
9105,Spera: The World of Hope (IC) (Sign Up first!),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322552,2014-12-05T17:45:00,Krugmar,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Old Sevara<br/>Imperial City (Tusitver)<br/>The Senate</span><br/><br/>His Imperial Majesty, Imperator Numerius Ovidius Plautus Vetus sat on his gilded and ornate throne in the middle of a Senate session. The Senate house was a huge building, able to seat up to three thousand senators who were all from the main aristocratic families. The Senate twenty years ago had been a place of great power, the centre of authority within the Imperium but Numerius had taken this power back slowly. It had begun with buying senators loyalty, swaying the aristocratic families to the Imperial cause. Then he had begun placing relations and members of the Imperial family into places of power. Eventually he grew powerful enough to place a close relation as the Potentate. Yet the senate was still not the simple advisory body it had been in the past, it still had certain legislative powers that could annoy Numerius. Yet it also took a large portion of ruling off of his shoulders, a helpful relief in his old and diseased state. The disease had eaten away at parts of his skin, leaving him having to fully cover himself and wear a delicate silver mask.<br/><br/>""What Lucius Domitius Avernus suggests is absolutely ludicrous!"" shouted some lesser senator, ""His intentions are treasonous, they go against our Imperator and our traditions!"". Apparently he had some pull amongst the senators as he gained a large amount of cheers.<br/><br/>""I don't believe what I am hearing, a little spoilt brat dares talk to me of treason! I have always served his Imperial majesty to the utmost of my abilities and I cannot understand how asking for an economic boost from our fellow nations is against his majesty and our traditions!"" he shouted back, his face red with anger.<br/><br/>""Lucius Domitius, you will make the other nations think that we are weak. This is a problem we can deal with ourselves, our economy is recovering under the Imperators effective leadership. This help is unwarranted and unneeded!"" he replied back, the cheers to this were deafening and the noise annoyed Numerius.<br/><br/>""Silence! Silence!"" shouted the Potentate, Publius Ovidius Seneca, ""We shall put this to a vote, those in favour stand, those not, remain seated"". The majority of the Senate remained seated, disagreeing with Lucius Domitius' plan for economic recovery. ""The Senate has voted against the motion put forward by Lucius Domitius"" stated Seneca. Seneca then turned to Numerius and asked ""Your Imperial Majesty, do you agree with the Senates decision?"".<br/><br/>Numerius sat thinking for a few seconds, the money flowing into the Imperium would help but the lesser senator was right, they would look weak if they accepted it. Sevara would recover in time and it needed no outside help. Numerius raised his head and softly spoke ""I accept the Senates decision, there shall be no outside help in our economic matters. Let this be a precedent for the future"". With that the matter was settled, no senator dared speak against the Imperator.<br/><br/>""The second issue of the day, a point raised by Rufus Labus Ahenobarbus, the taxation on..."" announced Seneca while Numerius lost interest. This was another matter that he had little interest in, a simple small issue that he could let the Senate decide. He simply stood up, having help from his personal slaves, and slowly walked out of the senate. He trusted Seneca to handle matters like these for him, for Seneca was interested in the Imperial family succeeding. Even so, Numerius always made sure that his agents in the senate were watching his Potentate, making sure that his ambitions stayed small. Numerius would head to the Imperial palace to rest, his condition meant that strenuous activity was impossible, and senate meetings definitely counted as strenuous."
9106,Spera: The World of Hope (IC) (Sign Up first!),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322552,2014-12-05T18:01:00,New Jordslag,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Palace of the Empire, Capital City of Regalia, Draiochta</span><br/>Emeralda regarded the information with a wave of her hand. ""Our Holy Empire once dominated your tiny nation, and I dare say we could do it again. We can hold onto our Empire without your help well enough. Next time you want to do a Diplomatic Mission, come up with a good reason."" Then Emeralda sighed. ""Which is what I want to say, but this isn't much of a Holy Empire. Now, we do intent to take at least part of it back, but for right now, your army is far too strong. Were it to be on the coast, our navy could blast it into oblivion. But it's not. You are landlocked. So run back, foreigner. Tell your King that I intend to take his Coastline, and that so long as he stays off of it and provides support, I shall agree to this alliance. For now. Now, Guards, take her away and put her on the next ship to the mainland."" After the guards did so, she went up to the Royal Bedroom and changed into fresh clothes. She sat down at her desk and sighed. Work was never easy. Then, one of her servants came into the room. She dropped a couple letters into it, saying: ""Pardon the intrusion, your Majesty, but Empress Geneva wrote to you."" Then she quickly shut the door and ran away. Emeralda waved her off, only half-aware of her presence in the first place. Her servants were terrified of her, due to no fault of her own; it was Royal Custom to execute any servant who broke any of a plethora of rules about speaking to the Monarch. Not that Emeralda would execute her Servants; her very Inauguration was outside of custom, so why not break this custom? She would just give any misbehaving Servants a good berating. She picked the letter up and read it. After looking over it a few times, she turned pale. Who in their right mind would attack Geneva's fleet? It was even more powerful than Draiochta's! She wrote back a letter as quickly as she could, then handed it to a Messenger.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Holy Imperial Communique<br/>Palace of the Empire, Capital City of Regalia, Draiochta</span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Honorable Empress Geneva IV,<br/><br/>Consider help to be there. The Holy Imperial Draiochtan Navy is powerful. While we can spare few ships, I can guarantee they are powerful. Please remember this favor should we request your help later. Glory to Draiochta!<br/><br/>Sincerely,<br/>High Queen Emeralda Ceannaire</span></blockquote>"
9107,Spera: The World of Hope (IC) (Sign Up first!),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322552,2014-12-06T09:47:00,New Roman Empire,"""I would not call us tiny or threaten us, as it would lead to a dead lock which is not helpful anxious would leave us weak if another great war started."" Informed Xanus as the guards carried her away and put on a ship heading towards the mainland.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">James Zantal<br/>Royal palace, Kirkwall, Kingdom of Kirkwall</span><br/><br/>James sat on his throne as his steward rushed in, James was starting to doze off when he did So. Once the doors slammed open he was wide awake and startled. A letter was in his hand and it was from Empress Geneva. ""My king, I brought the letter as soon as it arrived. I thought it looked important and would need you to make a decision."" Informed the steward as James opened the letter and started to read it. Several of his advisors walked into the room and looked at each other and then at james and back again. He didnt like it when they did that and that generally meant something bad. ""Cant you see that I am having matter brought before the king at the moment!"" Barked the steward as he turned around and was met with a knife at his throat.<br/><br/>""What the hell are you all doing?"" Asked James as he shot up once he saw the knife at the stewards throat. ""What has he done or what have you found out?"" Demanded James as he walked over to his advisors and looked them in the eye.<br/><br/>""Mi'liege, we have found the traitor. We found these letters in his room, all of them addressed to the leader of Orlean. Plus we found out he was also giving them secrets and our tactics and troop positions."" Informed the marshal as he ran a blade through the steward."
9108,Spera: The World of Hope (IC) (Sign Up first!),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322552,2014-12-06T15:27:00,Personal Freedom,"<blockquote><div><cite>Hastiaka <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322552&amp;p=22689629#p22689629"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Officiale Communique<br/>Imperial Palace, City of Ardon</span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Leaders, <br/><br/>We ask for your urgent help. We are under attack. the City of Sistine had been deliberately burnt with no conscience. Need urgent response!<br/><br/>Sincerely,<br/>Empress Genova IV</span></blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Letter From Knight Commandant Julius IV</span></span><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Empress Genova IV,<br/>We are aware if the current situation with the Maruian Empire, and wish you well against the aggressor. We regret that we are unable to aid you as it is against the Charter Magnanimous of the Knights of the Eagle to fight alongside unbelievers. We do, however, sympathize with you heavily. The Maruians are enemies of Margelan and we hope you kill many and wish the best of luck in your siege.<br/><br/>In the name of the Light,<br/>Julius IV</blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Eagle's Crest</span></span><br/>""The letter appears to be sufficient, do you not agree?"" Knight Commandant Julius IV stated in his typical voice, devoid of any expression, soft, and calculating, and cold as ice. As always his face was concealed from view by his helmet. This helmet gave his voice another eerie quality as it resonated inside of the metal chamber, a ghost-like echo.<br/><br/>""Commandant, I do believe it explains the situation in perfect detail. Now, if I may have just a moment of your time..."" responded the same bearded man from the time before. In Lord Rhobert's place was another, a man with short flaxen hair.<br/><br/>""What requires my attention, captain?""<br/><br/>""Defenses are to be prepared and we will need you to personally oversee several of them. In addition, the admirals are requesting a personal audience. If it pleases you, Commandant, it may be in our best interest to meet with them. I believe a blockade is planned and some ships are awaiting scuttling to block the harbors.""<br/><br/>""The navy has no chance, their fleet far surpasses ours, but we can them down. I pray, let me talk to the navy, Commandant,"" stated the third man rather suddenly.<br/><br/>""My commandant, I do not think...""<br/><br/>""Silence, both of the you. I know enough military strategy to know what is a futile fight. At sea they have the advantage, he is right. We must draw them to land. What defenses do we have already constructed?""<br/><br/>""Catapults and ballistae have been assembled in many cities, Our grain storages are full and our army drilled, but there is more that must be shown. I cannot explain them here. It is these that need your attention, Commandant.""<br/><br/>""Then it is they that shall receive. I will not speak with the admirals. Ewis may speak to them for me.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">A Port</span></span><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Thousands and thousands of barrels of black oil sat in a large building off the pier. A hole had been cut in the planks that lined the floor so that if the moment was right they could dumped into the sea. All it would would be a single flame and the sea would be on fire. ""Impossible"" had said the admirals. ""Water does not burn!"" That notion would be challenged soon enough. For now all, the barrels sat in wait. The docks continued their normal quiet activities, the fishermen fished and the traders departed. Not one was aware of the danger lying in wait. </span>"
9109,Spera: The World of Hope (IC) (Sign Up first!),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322552,2014-12-06T15:43:00,Krugmar,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Old Sevara<br/>Imperial City (Tusitver)<br/>The Senate</span><br/><br/>Numerius slowly walked back into his Senate. He had only been at the Imperial Palace for a few hours before he had been urgently requested to return, clearly something needed his undivided attention. The Senators rose when he entered and bowed, his Potentate included. His walk was slow, he struggled with each step as the pain grew greater. It felt like an eternity attempting to reach his throne, when he sat the pain subsided. How raised his hand, motioning for the Senators to sit and resume official duties.<br/><br/>""Your Imperial Majesty, a letter has arrived from Empress Genova asking for help, it seems that the City of Sistine has been attacked. We ask for your guidance upon this matter"" announced the Potenate.<br/><br/>Numerius deliberated for a few moments, an expedition would be expensive yet it would gain them the trust of the other cities. Eventually he said ""We shall send a fleet and a detachment of soldiers to aid our kinsman, let them understand that Sevara is not weak. Lucius Domitius"".<br/><br/>Lucius Domitius rose when his name was called and bowed, ""I am here Imperator"" he said.<br/><br/>""You shall lead this expedition, I understand that you have good relations with foreigners and I feel that this, with your impressive military background qualifies you for this"" replied Numerius. It was true, Domitius might have been hated for his love of foreigners, but he was not lacking in military experience.<br/><br/>""I am honoured by your trust Imperator, I shall not let you down"" he replied.<br/><br/>""You shall take a small fleet and 10,000 Black Guard. I believe that this is all the help that will be necessary for now"" said Numerius. Lucius Domitius bowed once more and then left the Senate, heading to get the fleet and troops assembled.<br/><br/>""Seneca, draw up a letter to my royal cousin the Empress Genova expressing our sorrow at these events and tell her that we shall help. Remember to include that we will require financial compensation for these troops"" said Numerius, keen to have this expedition paid for by another Kingdom.<br/><br/>""At once Imperator"" replied Seneca, quickly grabbing a roll of paper and quill and scribbling away furiously.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To your Imperial Majesty, Empress Genova IV<br/><br/>His Imperial Majesty, Imperator Numerius Ovidius Plautus Vetus sends his greetings and his sorrow at these turn of events. He has expressed support and will send a fleet and a sizeable force to aid you. He asks you for compensation for this expedition once it is complete. Your salvation shall arrive soon.<br/><br/>signed, <span style=""font-style: italic"">Potentate Publius Ovidius Seneca</span>.</blockquote>"
9110,Spera: The World of Hope (IC) (Sign Up first!),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322552,2014-12-07T00:07:00,Indo-pasif archipelago,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Sea Eagle Ship,<br/>Seafarer Master Fleet.</span><br/>Master Reisyudha was finishing his new map, after The Order of Seafarer found a new piece of lands from Maurian territory. He loves cartography, and could spend hours talking with explorer and cartographer about new found pands and areas of Incognito. His second-in-command, Admiral Septus Thetus, were also with him in his personal office when an Upper Initiate came with a letter from The Empire of Hessalces. ""It looks like important problem Master."" The Initiate informed.<br/>""Thank you very much."" Reis replied to the young initiate. He noded as sign of thanks, and asked the young Seafarer to go.<br/>""Admiral, I think I know where should we land.""<br/>""Let me guess, the Hessalces?""<br/>""Yes. Its the closest and we could help them and strengthen our influence. I will write a letter. Now, please lead the fleet. I need to write something.<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Order of Seafarer</span><br/>We will be glad to help you to fight againts our common enemy. The whole military force of The Seafarer will help Hessalces Empire against Maurius. Our fleet will arrive tomorrow and all we need are temporary shelter during the fight against Maurius.<br/><br/>Master Reisyudha of The Seafarer.</blockquote>"
9111,Spera: The World of Hope (IC) (Sign Up first!),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322552,2014-12-07T07:14:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Västerås, Imperial Capital of Ver'kaad</span></span></div><br/>Withint the castle hidden among the snow-capped mountains of the North, 15 year-old Emperor Teisel Aradd and Margalte Aradd, his sister, discuss the most recent attack conducted by the Maruians. The boy Emperor grimaced as he reread the letter.<br/>""Those fiends have struck once again, sister."" he shook his head, sliding the letter across the stone table towards his only relative and personal advisor.<br/><br/>Margalte dropped a hand on the letter, stopping it from slipping off the table. She read it herself and scoffed. Those creatures really had nothing to do, after all. Burning cities as a pastime, most likely. The young woman threw the letter aside and planted her arms on her end of the table. She stared at her younger brother who was seated in his father's chair. It didn't matter, as the old fool was no longer with them. Teisel looked genuinely vexed, shaking his head again.<br/><br/>""We must help them, Margalte. If and when our attack fails, we will only have to retreat to our walled city here."" he said firmly, bringing his fist down angrily on the table, causing it to tremble.<br/><br/>""Then we will, Teisel."" replied the sister, crossing her arms over her chest. She supposed it was about time that Imperial Ver'kaad saw combat. It had only been known all these years for being rich and well-defended with its steel walls and all that. At this, Teisel looked rather surprised. This wasn't how his sister usually dealt with matters that concerned the world outside the walls of Västerås. Margalte rounded the table and looked out the large arched window at the city beneath them.<br/>The people wouldn't like the idea of war, but what did their opinion matter, anyway? Teisel said they would fight, and so they would.<br/><br/>Behind her, young Teisel rose from his chair and walked over to the furnace to take his sword. Unsheathing it, he swung it about adeptly, not having forgotten his training as a boy. ""I've not used this blade in some time, sister. I shall lead our troops myself."" he declared, causing his sister to turn towards him with a scowl on her face.<br/><br/>""NO, TEISEL!"" she snapped at her brother. ""You will not risk being murdered by those fiends!""<br/><br/>""But, Margalte... I'd rather not be called a coward."" the boy reasoned, returning the sword to its place and attaching it to his belt. ""Please, you've kept me in this castle for long enough. I'm a young man now, and I can fight. Could you at least lead out forces with me?""<br/><br/>Unable to resist, Margalte sighed and clenched hir fists. She nodded to the boy and briskly walked out of the room to rally the needed troops. Teisel took a deep breath, praying for a moment to the Kaadite Gods, preparing himself for death if and when it came. He followed his sister to their meeting hall, wrote a letter to the Empress of Geneva saying that Imperial Ver'kaad would send support with its Emperor spearheading the attack."
9112,"Orbis personalis: Battle of Wills (IC, OPEN)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322566,2014-12-04T20:20:00,The Grey Wolf,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://s29.postimg.org/tvqr94s47/rome2_spqr.jpg""/></div><br/><br/>The clock struck 12:00 and a little cuckoo bird popped out to announce the evening. Lupina didn't know whether or not she should have prepared fancy little kebabs or finger sandwiches in preparation for the event.<span style=""font-style: italic"">How to Organize a Gathering for Dummies</span>had recommended it, but she was not in the mood for cooking.<br/><br/>It had been nearly twenty years since the major war had rocked the world, various world powers having slugged it out for hegemony. Lupina had been silent for the majority of the war, officially neutral, until she joined the side of the Entente, surprising the world, and marching to the Rhineland to fight their formerly declared allies the Verdumiacs. It had been a stunning event for several, but it did not take long for the rest of the world to comprehend why. Wolfia had been intent on driving a stake through the hearts of their rivals for European hegemony. For the next decade, they had played the peace makers, willing to host conferences and give aid to struggling nations. However, after the war with the Fomorian Union, Lupina's new found strength had been vanquished. Her strongest army had been nearly annihilated, and her hegemony in Southern and Western Europe had been broken. Wolfia, which had been spared the brunt of the Depression, and boasted an increased standard of living, had been bankrupt.<br/><br/>Luckily, with the Emperor gone and the aristocracy torn from power, censorship and other laws had faded, allowing the people access to political rights and information. The unexpected benefit of this was that Wolfia had lost the restriction on access to information and became a hotbed for ideologies. Anarchism, Communism, Fascism, Republicanism, etc. The weakness of the Federal Republic became apparent, and the Grey Fang Party was the first to strike, assuming power and making Wolfia an ultra nationalist, corporatist nation.<br/><br/>The Fomorian Wolfian War did not have it's long term consequences, Lupina sighed, noting she never fully regained her military and economic strength. She continued to hold annual conferences, to allow the nations of the world to speak to one another openly, but no longer could Wolfia afford to pay off debts and be the banker of Europa.<br/><br/>""The meeting officially begins,"" she announced calmly. ""Please take your seats."""
9113,"Orbis personalis: Battle of Wills (IC, OPEN)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322566,2014-12-04T20:40:00,Equestican,"""Finally!"" A ten-year-old Slav-Mexican voice was heard as Anton Volkov took his seat. Next to him was the 100-year-old-but-18-physically Selena Volkov. She was also of the Slav-Mexican blood and had recently proclaimed herself the successor to the old Sauriticanite chair or whatever. ""Settle down Anton, you are lucky Princesses Isabella and Katrina even let me take you to one of these."" She loved her brother but sometimes he acts... immature for a nation. Back to the whole Sauriticanite thing, she had changed her flag to a tricolor with the Sauritianite Coat of Arms in the middle.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Nation note""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><a class=""postlink"" href=""https://www.nationstates.net/images/flags/uploads/sauritican__855264.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">The flag of Sauritican, the coat of arms being in the canton of the flag</a></div></div></div>"
9114,"Orbis personalis: Battle of Wills (IC, OPEN)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322566,2014-12-04T20:55:00,Sodan,"Rajesh sighed quietly at the tittering of the comparatively infant nation (whose name he cared not to remember) as he slid into his seat. Leaning his cheek into his fist held upright at the elbow, his assorted jewellery jingling with the motions. He chuckled silently as the older Slav-spanic gave the infant a telling off, though seemingly half hearted one at that.<br/><br/>He settled into the seat, a plaque signifying his character as that of Raja Madagasqar. His purple hair flowed as he lent into the leather backrest, his indian features set in a calm blankness as he inwardly prepared to sleep with his eyes open. 'Oh how I hate the meetings with all the brats.' was the dominant thought on his mind."
9115,"Orbis personalis: Battle of Wills (IC, OPEN)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322566,2014-12-04T21:13:00,Republic of Hasgriu,"Joni Uluivuda plopped on his comfortable chair. A nameplate was placed in front of him, with 'Tawotu' printed on it in black, bold, capital letters. He wondered what they we were going to discuss today. There meetings were often boring and didn't have much to do with him. Usually they talked about affairs concerning the larger nations. He was content to stay in his nice Pacific island home, without intervention from the outside, but no, he has to go to these meetings. Sighing, he hoped that he could return home soon."
9116,"Orbis personalis: Battle of Wills (IC, OPEN)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322566,2014-12-04T21:24:00,West Suburbia,"Victoria settled into her seat, scooting in her chair closer to the table to give herself a better backrest. The chair was particularly uncomfortable, made from some unknown dark hardwood, with straight faces and no decoration. Reaching out to the small<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://s1.cdn.autoevolution.com/images/news/race-flags-indy-racing-league-8367_6.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">flag of the West Suburban Republic</a>which was sitting on the tabletop next to the plaque that bore her nation's name in Spanish,<span style=""font-style: italic"">West Suburban República</span>, she faced it the right way and withdrew her hand.<br/><br/>Often she wondered why she attended these meetings. Usually they ended up in arguments, spats and wars being declared just for one insult. All they did was divide the world up even more. Looking up at Lupina, she sighed with a hint of sympathy. The woman had gone through so much. The horrible war fought in Europe was none of her concern, but looking at Lupina reminded her of the cost and toll of war. Placing her hands on the table, she then quietly looked around the room."
9117,"Orbis personalis: Battle of Wills (IC, OPEN)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322566,2014-12-04T21:38:00,The Ik Ka Ek Akai,"Zeltzinakna took her seat. As she did so, she looked around to all the other nations present at the meeting. Her mind was not all there, however. Indeed, it was quickly shifted entirely to the events of The Great War. Cemanahuac played a prominent role in the greatest and most terrible of wars in human history. It was not something she was particularly proud of, seeing her own involvement as a necessary evil to end a greater one. It was by the participation and the following treaty of the war that Cemanahuac was recognized as a power in the world stage, and it was by the treaty that she gained protection from the imperialism that began the war.<br/><br/>Though initially participating as an independent faction, fighting both Entente and Central Powers with anti-imperialist sentiment. Due to the past relations with Entente powers, such as colonial disputes or trade ideas, Cemanahuac was more in-line with the Central Powers. However, a year or two into the war, a few events occurred that shifted Yocatullic favor to the Entente, with whom they quickly became official allies for wartime.<br/><br/>With Yocatullic forces joining the Entente in late 1915, a tactical advantage was given over the Central Powers. Their former ally knew plans and tactics, and provided it in the face of those who they had deemed more morally correct than the other side. Nonetheless, the war was far from over. Zeltzinakna herself saw the horrid usage of mustard gas, the devastating artillery fire, the planes above soaring to kill, and other such wartime atrocities. It was unlike anything she'd ever seen, destructive in a high sense. Crude explosions sent fire spreading across the grey mud of the scorched earth. Poisonous gas filled the lungs of the poor souls trapped without a mask, and their exposed skin would boil and swell. The horrid condition the trenches were kept in was but another tragedy of the war. The brief seasonal ceasefires were miracles in comparison, breaks from the awful war, and a beauty to behold.<br/><br/>One of the most beautiful sights Zeltzinakna could remember was one night at the trenches. It was pitch black, no distinguishable difference between the scorched grey mud, the burnt trees, and the ruined structures nearby. No-man's land was as quiet as one would expect it to be. Suddenly, the sound of a shell firing in the distance could be heard. Panic arose, for it could not be known where it would hit. The night made it invisible. As if by miracle, it detonated in the air. A bright flash of light illuminated the field, the orange cloud from the shell showing itself vibrantly. As terrifying as it was, it was also beautiful.<br/><br/>She snapped back to reality. The meeting, this place, it was where she was now. The war was over, though some equipment still used. Her own nation had yet to get rid of much of the weaponry from the time, having nowhere to put it and nowhere to discard of it. Perhaps she could bring it up this time, and get some sort of profit from it. Just a passing thought. The Spice Islands could always use extra money to help keep in the race of this ever-changing world."
9118,"Orbis personalis: Battle of Wills (IC, OPEN)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322566,2014-12-04T21:44:00,Icrum,"Elat Novkiv sat down, far from most people. He didn't like to talk with people a whole lot. In fact, he preffered to be left alone. But he had to attend the peace talks. Anyways, as he sat he felt quite content with his chair. It wasn't to soft or to hard. In fact, it was just right for him. As he sat down, he watched as a Slavic-spainsh women told her younger brother off. He then wondered what caused it. He then brushed the question out of his mind. This conference was more important. He knew that he would have some say in these meetings, as he was one of the oldest there. He'd been around the block more then the rest of them. He then just sat there waiting for the meeting to start."
9119,"Orbis personalis: Battle of Wills (IC, OPEN)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322566,2014-12-04T21:51:00,Sodan,"Rajesh blinked slightly as recognition managed to get through his semi-sleep haze. He blinked again this time managing to focus on Yocatli and Icrum. He gave a brief nod of respect to the older nations having settled on at least pretending to pay attention to what was going on.<br/><br/>As he briefly scanned the room he noticed one of the younger nations giving a rather pitying look to Wolfia. 'Wonder what her reaction would be' he thought. He began to tap the table with his fingers, boredom slowly slinking in as a silence settled, like fog, in the room."
9120,"Orbis personalis: Battle of Wills (IC, OPEN)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322566,2014-12-04T21:52:00,Occupied Deutschland,"'Adel' van Bastiat drummed her fingers against the table and bobbed up and down absently on her chair as she glanced around the conference table. She missed her pistols. Normally she'd have them hanging on her hip, the modern semi-automatic situated just in front of the much more anachronistic flintlock that was the mandated dueling arm. But for some reason everybody else objected to their presence at these meetings and had made it clear she couldn't bring them. Which was stupid.<br/><br/>If nothing else, it would have at least given her the opportunity to challenge whatever nincompoop had made the chairs to face her on the field of honor. How could anybody sit in the things? She felt like she was having a log shoved into her back by an angry midget just below her. Was this what people in Wolfia sat in regularly? No wonder they could be so uptight!<br/><br/>Adel fixed her eyes on the nearby Lupina. She was always vaguely interested in the other nation's health, if for no other reason than it could tell her how many tourists might make their way out to Hollia with money to burn from the much larger country to her East. Since the war with the Formorian Union, which like the previous one Adel had been very careful to keep out of, Lupina hadn't looked so good. She seemed better, but the previous years of hardship were obviously still there.<br/><br/>""You know, Lupina, I would love to find out where I could buy some of these chairs. I wouldn't want to hurt any of these ones of yours but it'd sure make me feel better to use one or two for target practice as retribution for what they are doing to my back right now."" Adel joked."
9121,"Orbis personalis: Battle of Wills (IC, OPEN)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322566,2014-12-04T21:55:00,Equestican,"Selena wondered once again why her Western brother had to go to the meeting, he was simply not at the correct age to really be at something as ""important"" as one of these meetings. 50 years of independence and you'd think the younger nation would have matured but no! He was heavily reliant on Selena. The boy was mostly agricultural in a world where industry reigns king for Pete's sake! The only thing the two of them really had for themselves was the fact that they avoided the Great War and so profits rose a bit, but it was minimal. Selena actually took note of the chair, it was not THE most comfortable chair but it was good enough. Now that she thought about it, Selena could possibly get some trade agreements out of this meeting, those nations are still in need of resources after all! Selena smiled from the thought, that's the beauty of a mixed-market ""market socialist"" economy or whatever the term was. You could love money and still love the worker! It was a win-win! Especially when the coat of arms of an old country is on your flag and you added a crown signifying the Principality."
9122,"Orbis personalis: Battle of Wills (IC, OPEN)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322566,2014-12-04T22:29:00,The Grey Wolf,"Lupina was surprised by the friendly manner in which Adel addressed her. During the World War, the Imperial Wolfian Army had marched through her territory, without a single request, only a demand, and threatening to ""make Hollia envy the fate of Afrika Wolf,"" were a single artillery piece or gun fired at them as they marched to the Rhine. During the Colonial Period, when Lupina had been less mature, more territorial hungry and aggressive, she responded to raids by African tribesmen on her colonial possessions by burning their villages, massacring entire families without respect for age, and committing atrocities on a scale that rivaled even the bloodthirsty Verdumiacs. The threat had not been hard to decipher, and Lupina had avoided Adel since the war ended to avoid the unfortunate incident being brought up.<br/><br/>""If you desire to take a chair home, you're more than welcome to,"" she stated, suddenly interested in her fingernails, which were perfectly clean. ""Does anyone wish to address the council?"" she asked, preferring to save her topic for the last. While she was tired, she had the cunning of a wolf, and preferred her<del>prey</del>audience tired and much more impressionable as a result, before she made her move."
9123,"Orbis personalis: Battle of Wills (IC, OPEN)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322566,2014-12-04T22:44:00,Sodan,"Rajesh paused in his musings as he heard Wolfia respond to the boisterous Lowland nation before asking if anyone wanted to address the council. He of course remained silent, attempting to discern the meaning behind the offer. 'Perhaps to ground us down with meaningless banter? A distraction perhaps?' his eyes lazily glided around the room, wondering whom would address the council first. Not that he<span style=""font-style: italic"">really</span>cared either way."
9124,"Orbis personalis: Battle of Wills (IC, OPEN)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322566,2014-12-04T22:45:00,Hyvarios,"Juan quickly took a seat and sat down as the host of the meeting asked if anyone wanted to address the council as he adjusted his bowler hat with one hand while pulling out a small piece of folded paper from the pockets of his suit. Stroking his mustache as he unfolded the paper his eyes quickly reading it before folding it back<span style=""font-style: italic"">I hope this meeting goes well.</span>"
9125,"Orbis personalis: Battle of Wills (IC, OPEN)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322566,2014-12-04T22:53:00,Federal Carpathia,"Carry sighed, not really caring or noticing how comfortable or not the chair is.<br/>She was Absent the the previous meeting due to internal strife in the nation, but everything should be good for this meeting. Why she's even bothering she doesn't know; She can't demand help from the other powers, due to the power it will give them over her lands, not to mention it may increase dissent due to Foreign ideals being brought into the nation, and she's not in a position to help other nations. The thoughts of all this brings her to starting rubbing her head, attempting to sooth the growing headache."
9126,"Orbis personalis: Battle of Wills (IC, OPEN)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322566,2014-12-04T23:21:00,Occupied Deutschland,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Grey Wolf <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322566&amp;p=22682299#p22682299"">wrote</a>:</cite>...<br/>""If you desire to take a chair home, you're more than welcome to,"" she stated, suddenly interested in her fingernails, which were perfectly clean. ""Does anyone wish to address the council?"" she asked, preferring to save her topic for the last. While she was tired, she had the cunning of a wolf, and preferred her <del>prey</del> audience tired and much more impressionable as a result, before she made her move.</div></blockquote><br/>Adel grinned as her seemingly innocuous question drew the desired response.<br/><br/>""Excellent. It would make a useful target piece for my artillery on our border."" Adel continued, mostly to herself. The very light and very circumspect jab was delivered almost without any malice on Adel's part, and she quickly returned her attention to the other countries. The Wolfian incursion during the Great War was still present in her mind, though not to the extent some others would think. She had often received questions about why she didn't complain more loudly about it, both at the time and in the years hence. Which she always was careful to answer as being ‘pointless complaints that wouldn't serve any purpose but to strain relations’.<br/><br/>In truth, the answer was less simple. Letting the Wolfian forces through had been a roundabout way of siding with the Entente without officially severing ties or creating...complications...diplomatically or, more importantly, economically with the Verdumiacs, or requiring her to actually call-up the militia or bear any war costs. Which had left her in a very good position to exploit the aftermath. A few countries had called it war profiteering, but they had mainly been the losers so no one paid attention. Besides, Adel preferred to think of it as facilitating a quick end to the war while letting her own businesses make a profit. Since the Wolfian forces had been surprisingly well-behaved in the short time they were marching through her country, she saw no reason to do anything more than offer the occasional very light rebuke over the matter, more for appearance's sake than anything else.<br/><br/>She hadn't had to involve herself in the war at all, and no similar incident had occurred during the Formorian conflict. Whatever 'lost face' the incursion had afforded upon her in the rest of the world was well worth those benefits. They would still, after all, buy stuff from her businesses after all even if they laughed at her as a country. Or invest in her stock market. So she would have the last laugh."
9127,"Orbis personalis: Battle of Wills (IC, OPEN)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322566,2014-12-04T23:31:00,Icrum,"Elat looked at all the people that were there. He didn't trust any of them. And he knew it was going to happen soon. So he determine that he was goin to go isolationist. Elat wasn't going to sit there and not say what he wanted to say. He had to say something.<br/>""I want to adress the council. Icrum is going to isolate itself from the world. We will still come to some of these meetings, but we believe it is better for us to not interfere with other nations in anyway.""<br/>Elat Novkiv then sat back down and waited for someone to respond. Icrum ha to go isolationist if it wanted to prepare for the inevitable. Elat knew that a war was coming. He could feel the signs. So maybe being isolate to build a powerful military would be the best in the long run. Anyways, Elat sat and waited for anything else to happen."
9128,"Orbis personalis: Battle of Wills (IC, OPEN)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322566,2014-12-04T23:42:00,Sodan,"Rajesh grinned slightly as he leaned further into his chair, not surprised with Icrum's outburst. He fought the urge lean back and put his feet up, knowing how disrespectful that would be. He settled on fiddling with one of his bracelet chains in an attempt to keep his mind active. It was one of those awkward staring meetings. He honestly preferred when everyone was shouting. With everyone busy no one really notices him sleeping in his chair. Unfortunately it was one the awkward staring ones. A quite sigh escaped him as he decided to occupy himself with discerning motivations behind everything.<br/><br/>'As cold as Icrum is, it wasn't that difficult to see he did not trust anyone of these nations, the newer ones or us established ones' thought the Indian. 'Isolation is probably his way of ""secretly building up"" his military in defence of his interests.'"
9129,"Orbis personalis: Battle of Wills (IC, OPEN)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322566,2014-12-04T23:48:00,Hyvarios,"Juan listen intently to a nations claim of isolationism and waited until he was finished ""Excuse me I would like to address the council, Hyvarios is offering rubber privileges from our plantations if anyone wishes to start a trade agreement with Hyvarios for further details about the rubber privileges and the terms of the trade agreements please talk to me when the meeting is over."" he said as he wiped his brow<span style=""font-style: italic"">That went well I hope.</span>"
9130,"Orbis personalis: Battle of Wills (IC, OPEN)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322566,2014-12-05T00:00:00,Republic of Hasgriu,"Trade treaties, isolationism, nothing concerned him. They wouldn't let him talk unless he was speaking to the council, so Joni just sat on his chair and began nodding off to sleep. If something regarding him or Tawotu popped up, someone would awaken him. But nothing will. He wondered if anyone would declare war. It would be amusing to watch. Then his head hit the table and he went off to dreamland."
9131,"Orbis personalis: Battle of Wills (IC, OPEN)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322566,2014-12-05T00:03:00,West Suburbia,"Victoria silently listened to Icrum's outburst about isolationism, thinking to herself,<span style=""font-style: italic"">If they think it is the best for them, then they can go ahead and do what they want...</span>Under no circumstances would the West Suburban Republic isolate itself from the corner. It might be tucked in a neat little corner of the Caribbean, but the young country depended on trade and the relations with the European and Pacific nations. When Juan spoke up, she perked up and looked over at him. Raw materials were much needed for the growing industries, and rubber was in shortage. Clearing her throat, Victoria said, ""Excuse me, Hyvarios, I would like to meet with you at the conclusion of this convocation, for I am interested in your offer."""
9132,"Orbis personalis: Battle of Wills (IC, OPEN)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322566,2014-12-05T00:13:00,Hyvarios,"""Thank you Suburban"" Juan said as he mad a mental note of the female nation's offer<span style=""font-style: italic"">Well at least I might get a trade agreement out of this once the meeting is over.</span>he thought pulled out a pen and wrote down on his hand '<span style=""font-style: italic"">Once meeting is over discuss with Suburban about trade agreement terms and rubber privileges.</span>"
9133,"Orbis personalis: Battle of Wills (IC, OPEN)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322566,2014-12-05T00:15:00,Sodan,"The resounding thud caused Rajesh to let loose another all to familiar sigh, those this was more a sigh of exasperation. 'At least pretend your not asleep.' He shuffled irritably in his all too comfortable chair putting himself in his first position, though this time a seemingly polite smile had grown on his face. Inwardly it was a far more uncouth scene of hindi and French 'descriptive language' especially in regards to those the Indian considered far to young. The Slav-spanic boy and Tawotu where particular targets of his internal rant as he waited with tightening lips for a<span style=""font-style: italic"">real</span>topic of discussion before giving up on the thought, seeing it too much effort to be winding himself up. He calmed significantly, assuming an almost lethargic posture, though with enough grace to make it seem politer then it was.<br/><br/>'I hate these meetings'"
9134,"Orbis personalis: Battle of Wills (IC, OPEN)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322566,2014-12-05T00:34:00,Ulvenes,"""Fraulein Presidenten, we were supposed to be here earlier."" A near timid voice came seemingly from nowhere. ""Nonsense!"" A booming and charismatic female voice returned before the doors where everyone entered through were thrown open. ""Oh, well maybe you were right.""<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://donmai.us/posts/1015839"" rel=""nofollow"">two</a><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://donmai.us/posts/1018158"" rel=""nofollow"">women</a>with wolf ears and tails entered wearing black military style uniforms. The obvious leader, whom had white hair and blood red eyes, turned to the assistant who had black hair and similarly red eyes and whispered, holding her gloved hand up to her mouth so the others wouldn't hear, ""Sorry Kaya."" She said before walking to the table and taking a seat. ""Sorry I'm late, I uh. Timed some things badly."" She said and nodded at everyone present while the assistant stood beside her quietly."
9135,"Orbis personalis: Battle of Wills (IC, OPEN)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322566,2014-12-05T05:50:00,Equestican,"""There's an isolationist, we have Mr. I don't trust anybody, we have various countries making deals with each other, and now we have the late party,"" Selena said quietly before chuckling, it was almost like some crazy anime or something. She then said to the late party, ""You didn't really miss much, just the Icrum guy proclaiming his isolationism in a very non-isolationist way, a trade agreement being made between the Suburban and Hyvarios, some accussations of military build-up and that's basically the gist of it."""
9136,"Orbis personalis: Battle of Wills (IC, OPEN)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322566,2014-12-05T06:35:00,Ulrenon,"""Kuuuuuuukukukukuku..."" Stagler entered the meeting with a cackle, invited or not. He was so incredibly happy to see all the personifications he eould soon own if things went well. After blowing a kiss to the Lap Lup, his new and childish nickname for the Wolfian personification, he put his feet up on the table before flipping Saur off and lighting a wooden pipe. His uniform, blatantly copied from the Sturmabteilung, was mostly bare."
9137,"Orbis personalis: Battle of Wills (IC, OPEN)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322566&start=25,2014-12-05T12:49:00,Lunas Legion,"Lunae coughed on cigar smoke as he walked into the meeting behind Stagler, ignoring the strange laugh as he pulled the cigar out of his mouth, blew on it and placed it back in his mouth as he moved around the table to take his place.<br/><br/>He was mostly silent at these meetings; he came solely to watch and observe the others rather than actually input anything himself. He may keep himself and his nation out of international politics, but Lunae knew better than most that it was only a matter of time before you were dragged back into the maze of snakes."
9138,"Orbis personalis: Battle of Wills (IC, OPEN)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322566&start=25,2014-12-05T14:19:00,Rizoshia,"Constantine XII storms into the meeting room, Byzantine banner in hand. ""Lupina, I challenge you to a trial of a-!"" The teenage boy, only appearing to be around 17 or 18, suddenly tripped and fell onto his face before scrambling to get the banner off the ground. ""Wooh..still clean."" He wipes his face off, forgetting about Lupina for a moment. ""Hey...this is a pretty nice place."" He sets the banner on the wall before getting on his knees and inspecting the floor. ""Mhmm. Very ni-"" He stops, suddenly realizing where he is before drawing his broadsword, one he mostly keeps for show, and starts waving it around while screaming profanities."
9139,"Orbis personalis: Battle of Wills (IC, OPEN)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322566&start=25,2014-12-05T14:29:00,The Grey Wolf,"""Great,"" Lupina said aloud, not hiding her disdain for Stagler, Constantine, and Lunae. ""The genetic disasters of the human race have arrived."" she found Lunae especially repugnant, his habit of smoking being one factor. ""You know, eugenics would help a lot in your nation."" she glanced as the lad wielding the banner dropped to the floor and admired the cleanliness. ""Yes, I have my floors cleaned twice a day."" her two fingers tapped on the table impatiently as she waited for everyone to calm down and take their seats. This year, she was not to be trifled with."
9140,"Orbis personalis: Battle of Wills (IC, OPEN)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322566&start=25,2014-12-05T14:45:00,Occupied Deutschland,"Adel dropped her hand to her side as Constantine drew his sword, but was met by a very unpleasant emptiness where the firearms should be. They were both outside of the room. She wasn't going to make that mistake again. She never should have in the first place, but it had been such a small matter and had seemed to make the others somewhat more comfortable discussing trade with her.<br/><br/>""Put that sword away before you hurt someone, man! Or at the very least stop waving it around. I don't want to get cut-up by that thing if you fall again and lose hold of it, and I don't think anyone else does either."""
9141,"Orbis personalis: Battle of Wills (IC, OPEN)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322566&start=25,2014-12-05T14:47:00,Sodan,"Rajesh could not comprehend the scene. Useless discussion regarding isolation and<span style=""font-style: italic"">rubber trade</span>, multiple late comers and now a sword waving idiot who he recognised as that bastard descendant of the Eastern Roman Empire (which had long since disappeared before France and the other old countries). He merely breathed another iconic sigh before settling on drinking tea that hadn't been there prior.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Ah, camomile with a hint of honey.</span>he thought as he sipped the beverage that strangely happened to be there without any previous inclination. The blade the idiot decided to bring to the meeting then did the unthinkable. The tea cup was sliced from his hand, it flew in what seemed be slow motion before crashing onto the far end of the table, tea splashing over its woodenness.<br/><br/>A Rajesh's head dipped as a shadow covered his eyes. He stood up swiftly his hands slamming on to the table as undisguised rancour seemed to leak in a purple aura of his body. ""My name is Rajesh Petain Ashura."" he spat as he glared at the<span style=""font-style: italic"">infant</span>who dared insult the great tea gods. ""You spilled my tea, prepare to die"" He launched himself at the younger nation before catching him in a chokehold as they crashed to the floor. Regardless of any social conventions, revenge for tea spilt had to be taken."
9142,"Orbis personalis: Battle of Wills (IC, OPEN)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322566&start=25,2014-12-05T14:52:00,Rizoshia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Occupied Deutschland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322566&amp;p=22688041#p22688041"">wrote</a>:</cite>Adel dropped her hand to her side as Constantine drew his sword, but was met by a very unpleasant emptiness where the firearms should be. They were both outside of the room. She wasn't going to make that mistake again. She never should have in the first place, but it had been such a small matter and had seemed to make the others somewhat more comfortable discussing trade with her.<br/><br/>""Put that sword away before you hurt someone, man! Or at the very least stop waving it around. I don't want to get cut-up by that thing if you fall again and lose hold of it, and I don't think anyone else does either.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Have at you, Ottoman bastard!"" Constantine yells before literally spinning in a circle with his sword windmilling around him. ""Buuraaaaaa! Down with the Ottomoooooo I'm gonna be sick..."" He falls on his behind and lolls his head to the side before burping oddly. ""Right. Not a good idea to spin."" He wipes his face off before the woman speaks to him with a tone he finds slightly amusing. ""Foolish knave, this sword is like a mans pride; it's long, clean, and it gets shoved into people whenever I feel like it!"" He starts stabbing at an invisible person before getting dizzy again. ""...I might just stick with guns from now on. Less dizzy and all..."""
9143,"Orbis personalis: Battle of Wills (IC, OPEN)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322566&start=25,2014-12-05T16:12:00,Ulvenes,"Ulrica sighed as she watched all of the, incredibly scatterbrained, events unfold. She herself had a<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://www.swordsaxe.com/images/products/detail/Aryan_Logos_German_Sword_3.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">simple sword</a>which remained in its scabbard. She normally had a<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Luger_pistol"" rel=""nofollow"">Luger Pistol</a>as well but decided that it would be better to just have it sneakily placed inside her assistants brief case. ""Can we just get down to business?"" She requested disdainfully while her wolfish ears flickered"
9144,"Orbis personalis: Battle of Wills (IC, OPEN)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322566&start=25,2014-12-06T06:46:00,The Grey Wolf,"""I agree,"" Lupina nodded in agreement with the wolfish girl who personified Ulvenes. Wolfia had become increasingly friendly with the other nation, Cromwell Steel had even sent an offer to buy production license for the Panzer I C and Panzer II. They weren't exactly happy about the State being interested in foreign exports, but not as if they had any real say in the matter. ""If no one else will speak,"" she rose from her seat and gazed at all of them.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Better get this out of the way</span>. ""Recently, the Mediterranean has seen a surge of pirates, several ships have been looted and sunk, therefore I propose that Wolfia be granted transit rights across the entire sea, to wipe out the criminals before they cause any more havoc."" she declined to mention that the pirates were being funded directly by her nation and she had no intention of truly wiping them out."
9145,"Orbis personalis: Battle of Wills (IC, OPEN)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322566&start=25,2014-12-06T06:51:00,Ulrenon,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Grey Wolf <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322566&amp;p=22694729#p22694729"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I agree,"" Lupina nodded in agreement with the wolfish girl who personified Ulvenes. Wolfia had become increasingly friendly with the other nation, Cromwell Steel had even sent an offer to buy production license for the Panzer I C and Panzer II. They weren't exactly happy about the State being interested in foreign exports, but not as if they had any real say in the matter. ""If no one else will speak,"" she rose from her seat and gazed at all of them. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Better get this out of the way</span>. ""Recently, the Mediterranean has seen a surge of pirates, several ships have been looted and sunk, therefore I propose that Wolfia be granted transit rights across the entire sea, to wipe out the criminals before they cause any more havoc."" she declined to mention that the pirates were being funded directly by her nation and she had no intention of truly wiping them out.</div></blockquote><br/>""I think that's not a half bad idea."" Stagler declares, possibly to the shock of everyone. It's not very often a Verdumiac just blankly agrees with a Wolfian. ""I mean, hey, it's not really my problem if it becomes your problem. Seems pretty fair to me~!"" He then pulls out his phone and texts Berlin for a few moments before going to silent to wait for a response. After waiting a few seconds he got his comical albeit disgusting response before cackling. ""Sexy."""
9146,"Orbis personalis: Battle of Wills (IC, OPEN)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322566&start=25,2014-12-06T14:35:00,Sodan,"Having returned to his seat somehow Rajesh, assessed their hosts proposal before nodding seeing no problems with it. It also managed to supply some legitimacy to his ideas as well.<br/><br/>""I agree whole-heartedly with Wolfia, piracy has become a bane of progress on the high seas, especially in this peace after the Great War. I also ask for international mandate to deal with piracy closer to home. The anarchy in the former Federation of East-Africa has caused a surge in piracy in its former state of Somalia."" Though he did not mention that the power play in the Ethiopian States was due to Madagascan agents.<br/><br/>""My nation would like to enforce some simbilance of civilised society on the currently anarchic state. This would put a stop to any piracy in the Red Sea, supply a peaceful route through the Red Sea once again and put a dampner on piracy in the Indian Ocean."""
9147,"Orbis personalis: Battle of Wills (IC, OPEN)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322566&start=25,2014-12-06T16:34:00,The Ik Ka Ek Akai,"<blockquote><div><cite>Sodan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322566&amp;p=22699060#p22699060"">wrote</a>:</cite>Having returned to his seat somehow Rajesh, assessed their hosts proposal before nodding seeing no problems with it. It also managed to supply some legitimacy to his ideas as well.<br/><br/>""I agree whole-heartedly with Wolfia, piracy has become a bane of progress on the high seas, especially in this peace after the Great War. I also ask for international mandate to deal with piracy closer to home. The anarchy in the former Federation of East-Africa has caused a surge in piracy in its former state of Somalia."" Though he did not mention that the power play in the Ethiopian States was due to Madagascan agents.<br/><br/>""My nation would like to enforce some simbilance of civilised society on the currently anarchic state. This would put a stop to any piracy in the Red Sea, supply a peaceful route through the Red Sea once again and put a dampner on piracy in the Indian Ocean.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Zeltzinakna was really starting to pay attention here. Piracy in the Indian Ocean was indeed an issue, and one that she would gladly help to end. It would benefit not only her trade, but her diplomatic standing and possibly gain her a new friend in the world stage. Given the status of her nation, she might need all the friends she could find. At this, she stood up and spoke. ""I agree with the Madagascan, the pressing issue of Indian Ocean piracy must find an end, quickly."" she said, voicing her opinion. She realized that she just gave support for the conquest of a nation, but in truth the nation in question would likely be better off with an actual government. Plus, it was no secret that the piracy was her main focus. Though it may not eliminate piracy, the restoration of government to the region may well prove effective in its decline."
9148,"Orbis personalis: Battle of Wills (IC, OPEN)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322566&start=25,2014-12-06T16:46:00,Sodan,"Rajesh gave a thankful nod to the nation, thinking of giving token thanks for the 'go ahead' by offering a chance to establish links to the new 'protectorate' he had intentions of setting up in the region. 'Perhaps some trade privileges?' He paused to consider how the Ethiopians would react to the Madagascan's running around on thier borders. He dismissed the issue after little thought. Abyssinia had been missing for awhile now and with Somalia still trapped in his little hell hole, they would have no way of offering any resistance to the invasion."
9149,"Orbis personalis: Battle of Wills (IC, OPEN)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322566&start=25,2014-12-06T16:52:00,Equestican,"Selena face palmed at the Verumac's flipping of the bird towards her. 'The scum of the Earth,"" she quietly said to herself. Any Sauriticanite, even the new ones, knew that the Verdumacs were more trouble than it was worth. ""Hopefully he doesn't screw with me,"" Selena said to herself hoping."
9150,"Orbis personalis: Battle of Wills (IC, OPEN)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322566&start=25,2014-12-06T16:52:00,Occupied Deutschland,"""You know, it seems to me that another option other than chopping up the oceans into even more territorial disputes waiting to happen would be more of you letting your merchants pursue their own anti-piracy operations."" Adel shrugged slightly as she glanced between Lupina and Rajesh, ""The North Sea and the Baltic are almost completely free of piracy, and I'd venture a guess that's mainly thanks to armed Hollian merchants stopping them.""<br/><br/>Adel shrugged again and leaned back. ""It would be a cheaper option. Printing a letter of marquee and letting a merchantman buy some guns to go pirate-hunting is a lot more affordable than deploying your navy. Besides that, what assurances do I--we--have these wide-ranging anti-piracy operations won't become excuses to harass legitimate merchantmen and restrict the flow of trade?""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Such as my own</span>, Adel thought.<br/><br/>""I can't support this. It's far too much of a burden placed on your countries.""<span style=""font-style: italic"">And if you believe that, I have a bridge to sell you,</span>""If you wanted to, Lupina, Rajesh, you could perhaps recognize the letters of marque I issue against pirates as legitimate within your territorial waters. If my merchants could legally stop pirates in broader sectors of the globe, under the oversight of your justice systems of course, it could decrease the problem without the need for such drastic reactions.""<span style=""font-style: italic"">And without making the Mediterranean a Wolfian lake or giving Madagasqar a handhold on trade to Asia and the Middle East. And without both countries furthering what is beginning to sound like ideas of expansion.</span>"
9151,"Orbis personalis: Battle of Wills (IC, OPEN)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322566&start=25,2014-12-06T16:54:00,Ulvenes,"Not liking the sound of multiple nations patrolling of sea lanes with military vessels and the invasion of another nation, Ulrica felt that any of the aforementioned actions would bring more problems than they would solve. ""Why don't we just start hiring PMC's to sail along with the merchant vessels? It would be much cheaper than having to patrol the sea lanes with destroyers and such. And it wouldn't require the invasion of a defenseless third world country. And while it is a nation full of anarchy and mass killings and such, I don't see how going in there guns blazing will make anything better."" She said and leaned back in her chair."
9152,"Orbis personalis: Battle of Wills (IC, OPEN)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322566&start=25,2014-12-06T16:59:00,West Suburbia,"Victoria listened silently to the topics of discussion. She had to admit, the meeting was getting a bit dull, as all of the affairs the others were discussing about did not involve her country. It was better to not to involved in other countries' affairs, she thought to herself. For the hundredth time or so, she was glad to have two oceans separating and protecting her nation.<br/><br/>The one regarding piracy made sense to her. Pirates were no good thieves who robbed and plundered for pleasure. Victoria knew that the Navy had recently caught several pirates just the day before in a cove. The pirates were tried and executed by hanging. Their ships were broken up for scrap and the stolen goods returned. Keeping her mouth shut, she continued to listen, trying to pretend that she was into the conversation.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Ulvenes <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322566&amp;p=22701112#p22701112"">wrote</a>:</cite>Not liking the sound of multiple nations patrolling of sea lanes with military vessels and the invasion of another nation, Ulrica felt that any of the aforementioned actions would bring more problems than they would solve. ""Why don't we just start hiring PMC's to sail along with the merchant vessels? It would be much cheaper than having to patrol the sea lanes with destroyers and such. And it wouldn't require the invasion of a defenseless third world country. And while it is a nation full of anarchy and mass killings and such, I don't see how going in there guns blazing will make anything better."" She said and leaned back in her chair.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>What Ulrica said prompted her to speak. ""Yes. I agree. These private companies will be much better so we don't squander money for a problem that will rise up again. You can do what you want, but that is what I think."""
9153,"Orbis personalis: Battle of Wills (IC, OPEN)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322566&start=25,2014-12-06T17:17:00,The Ik Ka Ek Akai,"<blockquote><div><cite>West Suburbia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322566&amp;p=22701191#p22701191"">wrote</a>:</cite>Victoria listened silently to the topics of discussion. She had to admit, the meeting was getting a bit dull, as all of the affairs the others were discussing about did not involve her country. It was better to not to involved in other countries' affairs, she thought to herself. For the hundredth time or so, she was glad to have two oceans separating and protecting her nation. <br/><br/>The one regarding piracy made sense to her. Pirates were no good thieves who robbed and plundered for pleasure. Victoria knew that the Navy had recently caught several pirates just the day before in a cove. The pirates were tried and executed by hanging. Their ships were broken up for scrap and the stolen goods returned. Keeping her mouth shut, she continued to listen, trying to pretend that she was into the conversation.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Ulvenes <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322566&amp;p=22701112#p22701112"">wrote</a>:</cite>Not liking the sound of multiple nations patrolling of sea lanes with military vessels and the invasion of another nation, Ulrica felt that any of the aforementioned actions would bring more problems than they would solve. ""Why don't we just start hiring PMC's to sail along with the merchant vessels? It would be much cheaper than having to patrol the sea lanes with destroyers and such. And it wouldn't require the invasion of a defenseless third world country. And while it is a nation full of anarchy and mass killings and such, I don't see how going in there guns blazing will make anything better."" She said and leaned back in her chair.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>What Ulrica said prompted her to speak. ""Yes. I agree. These private companies will be much better so we don't squander money for a problem that will rise up again. You can do what you want, but that is what I think.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""It is my belief that such a thing would be unfair to the merchants. They work hard to stimulate economies, and no merchant should be turned down because they cannot afford protection. Mercenaries are not the way to solve this issue, but instead it should be rooted out from its core. Naval patrols will destroy piracy all the same, and allow for the more well-armed vessels of the navy to more effectively eradicate pirates. The restoration of order to an anarchic region is a necessity to ultimately end the problem. There is no government to negotiate with, the closest thing that there is would be the pirate gangs. Thus, I am in support of military action against pirates to eliminate the issue of piracy within the Indian Ocean. This plan may be more costly, but it will provide a permanent drop in the piracy rate."""
9154,"Orbis personalis: Battle of Wills (IC, OPEN)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322566&start=25,2014-12-06T19:51:00,Ulvenes,"""The ships themselves won't be paying PMC's for protection, I would be happy to put aside a fund to place Contractors on any merchant vessels to ensure their security. This would be a more efficient way of doing things. In that it would be cheaper than staging an invasion and innocent lives won't be lost. In Ulvenes there is a PMC called Wolf Corps and I would be happy to pay them to protect merchant vessels. If it becomes too dangerous to be a pirate and attack merchant vessels, piracy will drop off completely."" Ulrica said, arguing the point against the invasion of Somalia. Referring to the Battle of Mogadishu in 1993."
9155,"Orbis personalis: Battle of Wills (IC, OPEN)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322566&start=25,2014-12-06T20:13:00,Rizoshia,"Constantine didn't like the idea of the Wolfians controlling anything in any way. He personally had very little trouble with piracy; most of them were just Africans with AK-47's yelling in that weird language they love so much. ""I cannot support this Wolfian act of Imperialism on the sea. They should have transit rights other than what they already hold. If we need to defend ourselves from Pirates we can do it ourselves; we are not children!"" For once Constantine was serious as he gripped his sword with a hint of fury. ""You are not the next America and we don't need another one shoving it's head up everyone's ass."""
9156,"Orbis personalis: Battle of Wills (IC, OPEN)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322566&start=25,2014-12-06T20:56:00,Garuda,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Ik Ka Ek Akai <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322566&amp;p=22701465#p22701465"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>West Suburbia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322566&amp;p=22701191#p22701191"">wrote</a>:</cite>Victoria listened silently to the topics of discussion. She had to admit, the meeting was getting a bit dull, as all of the affairs the others were discussing about did not involve her country. It was better to not to involved in other countries' affairs, she thought to herself. For the hundredth time or so, she was glad to have two oceans separating and protecting her nation. <br/><br/>The one regarding piracy made sense to her. Pirates were no good thieves who robbed and plundered for pleasure. Victoria knew that the Navy had recently caught several pirates just the day before in a cove. The pirates were tried and executed by hanging. Their ships were broken up for scrap and the stolen goods returned. Keeping her mouth shut, she continued to listen, trying to pretend that she was into the conversation.<br/><br/><br/><br/>What Ulrica said prompted her to speak. ""Yes. I agree. These private companies will be much better so we don't squander money for a problem that will rise up again. You can do what you want, but that is what I think.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""It is my belief that such a thing would be unfair to the merchants. They work hard to stimulate economies, and no merchant should be turned down because they cannot afford protection. Mercenaries are not the way to solve this issue, but instead it should be rooted out from its core. Naval patrols will destroy piracy all the same, and allow for the more well-armed vessels of the navy to more effectively eradicate pirates. The restoration of order to an anarchic region is a necessity to ultimately end the problem. There is no government to negotiate with, the closest thing that there is would be the pirate gangs. Thus, I am in support of military action against pirates to eliminate the issue of piracy within the Indian Ocean. This plan may be more costly, but it will provide a permanent drop in the piracy rate.""</div></blockquote><br/>Aurora was ignoring the meeting till this, ""If a Merchant can't pay to protect their assets, are they really a good Merchant?"" she say's slyly, leaning back in her chair. ""Also, Why should the international Force's focus on the Indian Oceans? is it So Your Trade lines are protected? Let<span style=""font-style: italic"">your</span>trades Profit while everyone else's navies take hits, Am I Right?"" At that point she's just distracting people, so no one goes after her for having Pirate Settlements in Southern Anatolia that she's not bothering to break up; mostly since they aren't really being a Problem to her, and like she said, It's the Merchants faults for not putting enough money into protecting their assets."
9157,"Orbis personalis: Battle of Wills (IC, OPEN)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322566&start=25,2014-12-06T21:58:00,Republic of Hasgriu,"Joni's nap was interrupted by his brain telling him to wake up, for some reason. Drowsily raising his head, he eventually figured out that they were debating giving Wolfia transit rights to the Mediterranean Sea to hunt some pirates and looters. He spoke up,""This has nothing to do with Tawotu, but why are you going out of your way to hunt pirates in other territories? Why not just in your waters? Devoting your warships to aiding other nations is not something a sensible leader would do. There must be an ulterior motive."""
9158,"Orbis personalis: Battle of Wills (IC, OPEN)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322566&start=25,2014-12-06T22:01:00,Sodan,"<blockquote><div><cite>Garuda <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322566&amp;p=22704478#p22704478"">wrote</a>:</cite>Aurora was ignoring the meeting till this, ""If a Merchant can't pay to protect their assets, are they really a good Merchant?"" she say's slyly, leaning back in her chair. ""Also, Why should the international Force's focus on the Indian Oceans? is it So Your Trade lines are protected? Let <span style=""font-style: italic"">your</span> trades Profit while everyone else's navies take hits, Am I Right?"" At that point she's just distracting people, so no one goes after her for having Pirate Settlements in Southern Anatolia that she's not bothering to break up; mostly since they aren't really being a Problem to her, and like she said, It's the Merchants faults for not putting enough money into protecting their assets.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""A merchant should not have to protect himself from law breakers. This pirate problem is an international issue as it affects European sea trade through the Red Sea into the Indian Ocean. As such not only are our exports being threatened but imports as well. "" he frowned as the younger nations attempted to intterupt peace-establishing efforts.<br/><br/>""However, there is no international effort being asked for, merely moral support for my attempt to bring order to the anarchy in the former Federation of East Africa. By shutting down piracy on The Horn of Africa, Raja Madagasqan and Asian trade will be safe as well as the European interest in maintaining the easy shipping route to Asia it self."" Rajesh gave a firm nod at this.<br/><br/>""With the newly established state of Somalia being the gate way of trade, we also bring much needed prosperity and modernisation to the region that is still suffering from the after affects of the Great War, that being the collapse of the Empire of Abbysinia and it's short lived successor the Federation of East Africa. Establishing an actual government capable of negotiation and also capable of ending violence in the region is the primary goal of the expedition.""<br/><br/>Rajesh exhaled slowly before continuing. ""With the establishment of an example of peace and wealth in the region, we hope that the other nations will establish there own peace and eventually be argue thier own concerns without being trapped in eternal turmoil."" He finished gravely."
9159,"Orbis personalis: Battle of Wills (IC, OPEN)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322566&start=25,2014-12-07T01:03:00,Ulvenes,"""Yes because invading another territory that is filled with warlords will bring peace anytime soon. Even with a first world military it would take months if not years in order to 'stabilize' "" Ulrica started and held her fingers up to air quote the word stabilize, ""The area. Invading won't change anything other than more chaos because there's a legitimate military getting involved with the killing. And I don't care who's military it is.."" Ulrica continued, looking at each of the leaders, ""Innocents will be killed. A deep hatred will come about, stabilization won't be as easy as you make it sound."" She said and leaned forward, ""The easiest and most effective way to shut down this piracy is to place armed men and women protecting them."" She said and tapped her finger on the table."
9160,"Orbis personalis: Battle of Wills (IC, OPEN)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322566&start=25,2014-12-07T03:44:00,Sodan,"""It won't shut it down the piracy in the area, it will merely make life worse for those who are trapped in the country. Who seem to have forgotten the effect we personifications have on our nations. This expedition is not merely to hack and slash at the leaves. No, we intend to find Somalia and either heal him or put him out of his misery. With the personification revitalised or recreated, the nation intern will also heal at a significantly better rate."" Rajesh stated confidently.<br/><br/>""Not only will a government be established, but Somalia himself will be behind this entire project."" He paused slightly abashed, "" after we find him anyway."" He paused before continuing.<br/>""Look regardless of whether you think this is a good idea or not, people are still dying in that pit. Barbarism unseen since the Eastern Front. And you think I will go in their and make it worse? Military force established in the region will cause the warlords to kneel."" He believed in his armies, as they believed in him.<br/><br/>""The Madagascan military has gone unchallenged in Africa for over a decade now after we defeated the forces of Zimabwe and the Socialist States of South Africa. The warlords are nothing but paper tigers. Against proper force they will buckle and fall ending a reign of terror."" And establishing Raja Madagasqar as a premier power.<br/><br/>Perhaps we would now be respected as an actual nation as opposed to merely post-colonial model-savages.<span style=""font-style: italic"">If we had not participated and excelled at fighting in the war, I doubt my input in these meetings would be noticed</span>he thought to himself."
9161,"Orbis personalis: Battle of Wills (IC, OPEN)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322566&start=25,2014-12-07T09:19:00,Ulvenes,"Ulrica couldn't help but laugh. ""Yes because the warlords were kneeling left and right when the United States, the most powerful military at the time, went in and captured high ranking officials in the leader of Somalia back in nineteen ninety three. You're stupid if you think they're just going to bow down cause there's a legitimate military coming in. In two thousand the Taliban and Al Qaeda fought the United States for well over ten years despite only being armed with AK's and RPG's. So tell me, where exactly to these 'paper tigers' fit in to your idiotic and ludicrous plan?"" Ulrica continued."
9162,"Orbis personalis: Battle of Wills (IC, OPEN)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322566&start=50,2014-12-07T13:05:00,Rizoshia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Ulvenes <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322566&amp;p=22706975#p22706975"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Yes because invading another territory that is filled with warlords will bring peace anytime soon. Even with a first world military it would take months if not years in order to 'stabilize' "" Ulrica started and held her fingers up to air quote the word stabilize, ""The area. Invading won't change anything other than more chaos because there's a legitimate military getting involved with the killing. And I don't care who's military it is.."" Ulrica continued, looking at each of the leaders, ""Innocents will be killed. A deep hatred will come about, stabilization won't be as easy as you make it sound."" She said and leaned forward, ""The easiest and most effective way to shut down this piracy is to place armed men and women protecting them."" She said and tapped her finger on the table.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Which is why nations should maintain a Navy for things like this. Sure in an ideal world we wouldn't need to defend again'st Piracy, nor would we need a Navy, but things don't always go our way."" Constantine gestured towards the other ladies and gentlemen around the table. ""They have the ability to defend themselves. I am sure if they didn't someone would have noticed and invaded. Let everyone take care of themselves. We aren't children, don't treat us like we are."""
9163,"Orbis personalis: Battle of Wills (IC, OPEN)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322566&start=50,2014-12-07T15:10:00,Sodan,"<blockquote><div><cite>Ulvenes <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322566&amp;p=22709482#p22709482"">wrote</a>:</cite>Ulrica couldn't help but laugh. ""Yes because the warlords were kneeling left and right when the United States, the most powerful military at the time, went in and captured high ranking officials in the leader of Somalia back in nineteen ninety three. You're stupid if you think they're just going to bow down cause there's a legitimate military coming in. In two thousand the Taliban and Al Qaeda fought the United States for well over ten years despite only being armed with AK's and RPG's. So tell me, where exactly to these 'paper tigers' fit in to your idiotic and ludicrous plan?"" Ulrica continued.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""All your points are perfectly valid. Or rather would be valid had we not regressed technologically. During the early 20th century there is no example of a war that lasted more then 10 years. The closest to that length was the Sino-Japanese war which only went on as long as it did due to sheer amount of bodies the Chinese could throw."" Rajesh stated factually.<br/><br/>""The Boer war, Boers crushed. The Mad Mullah jihad, crushed. Philippine revolt, crushed. Italo-Ethiopian war, Ethiopia crushed."" Each 'crushed' more dedicated then the last<br/><br/>""Each and everyone crushed by the superior military. I am afraid you will find these anarchist to be quite susceptible to defeat well within a year, 3 at most."" He said smugly.<br/><br/>""And all because they do not have the ability to wage an irregular war against us. It will be impossible for the Somali Warlords to battle against my forces with the technological level they have now. That being rifles from the Great War and spears."" He chuckled at the last word. ""Had the Empire of Ethiopia modernised better, it would probably be a different story, however as the war lords will at most have ,maybe, a maxim gun, I am confident in my forces ability to crush them."""
9164,"Orbis personalis: Battle of Wills (IC, OPEN)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322566&start=50,2014-12-07T18:08:00,Ulvenes,"<blockquote><div><cite>Sodan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322566&amp;p=22714574#p22714574"">wrote</a>:</cite>""All your points are perfectly valid. Or rather would be valid had we not regressed technologically. During the early 20th century there is no example of a war that lasted more then 10 years. The closest to that length was the Sino-Japanese war which only went on as long as it did due to sheer amount of bodies the Chinese could throw."" Rajesh stated factually.<br/><br/>""The Boer war, Boers crushed. The Mad Mullah jihad, crushed. Philippine revolt, crushed. Italo-Ethiopian war, Ethiopia crushed."" Each 'crushed' more dedicated then the last<br/><br/>""Each and everyone crushed by the superior military. I am afraid you will find these anarchist to be quite susceptible to defeat well within a year, 3 at most."" He said smugly.<br/><br/>""And all because they do not have the ability to wage an irregular war against us. It will be impossible for the Somali Warlords to battle against my forces with the technological level they have now. That being rifles from the Great War and spears."" He chuckled at the last word. ""Had the Empire of Ethiopia modernised better, it would probably be a different story, however as the war lords will at most have ,maybe, a maxim gun, I am confident in my forces ability to crush them.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""You want some other examples?"" Ulrica said and stood up, feeling like this African untermensch who is overly confident in his pathetic military is insulting her. ""Lawrence of Arabia. Him and his Hashemite forces fought the Ottoman Empire who had far superior trained troops yet still proved to be more than lethal. That's World War One, where the best weapons they had were simple bolt action rifles and maybe some Maxim guns."" She said and Kaya placed her hand on Ulrica's shoulder while whispering ""Presidenten"" quiet enough so no one would hear. ""How about another one? Nineteen-forty. The Belgian fort of Eben-Emael. Seventy eight troops of the German First Fallschirmjäger Division fought a garrison of SIX HUNDRED AND FIFTY, and captured it. Or even the German Blitzkrieg in to France. The French were vastly superior in terms of arms and armor, yet still lost to the German advance, albeit it was due to poor Commanders, but that's beside the point. Or how about how about my personal favorite? The hundred and five day Winter War? When the Soviet Union attempted to annex Finland. While Finland had to give small portions of the their land to the Soviet Union, they still retained their independence."" She said with a smile, enjoying visiting the memory of learning about that in her Reichstag's library which had thousands of books."
9165,"Orbis personalis: Battle of Wills (IC, OPEN)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322566&start=50,2014-12-07T19:01:00,Sodan,"""Are any of these relevant? Not in the slightest. They all show no such technological disparity as that of the campaigns that I listed. The Ottomans were not defeated by the weak Arab forces, their offences against the Arabs merely failed due to the Ottoman failure at logistics. And the Ottomans were dealing with not only a little rebellion in the desert but fighting a full fledged world war."" He gave an indignant look at the clearly<br/><br/>""The Russian campaign against Finland suffered major casualties simply due to the fact they' the Russians, were incompetent. The Fins would have been crushed had the Russian been able to fight them with their full strength, also the Finns were a single, unified nation, not archaic mess of inter-tribal and political and political strife that is Somalia.""<br/><br/>""And you have yet to show me the disparity between forces, the Ottomans sent only 20,000 to deal with the threat of Lawrence and the Arabs. You also seem to forget that the entire revolt was funded by the Great Powers, specifically the British Empire and the French Republic. The Hashemite army has been estimated to be at least 30,000. Not much of a disparity is it?"" He asked rhetorically.<br/><br/>""You seem to assume I will be fighting against the demon hordes of Khara! I will be crushing an army composed of spear wielding natives with the odd maxim gun, just as the Great Powers did centuries ago. They can't win simply due the fact I have absolute advantage. Madagascan spies have already established the capability of these people, they could be defeated will little difficulty by an army of the last four decades with only logistic issues being problems.""<br/><br/>""There will no such issues here, when we have already established a base at Socotra during the War."" He leant back smugly. ""We have been preparing to use the island as the counter to any colonial interest in the area, however Grand Marshall Rama has ensured that even if we were pushed out of Somalia (an impossibility), Socotra will continue to serve as the forward base in raiding pirate coves throughout the Red Sea."""
9166,"Orbis personalis: Battle of Wills (IC, OPEN)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322566&start=50,2014-12-08T04:19:00,The V O I D,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Veldaen, Capital of the Kaiserreich<br/>Vaxon</span></span><br/><br/>Eldritch von Veldaen was snoring. Asleep. He did not want to be woken. Suddenly, his doors burst open and he was shaken awake by his butler, Klaus, though Eldritch thought it was his other butler, Hans. Eldritch groaned as he sat up, still thinking it was Hans, as he was extremely tired. What did Hans want now? Eldritch coughed, speaking.<br/>""<span style=""font-weight: bold"">What is it, Hans?</span>"", he growled out ferally, not in the mood to be awake. Klaus sighed, and then, with his Eldritch-authorized butler powers, splashed Eldritch awake with a bucket of water. Eldritch shook his head, realizing it was Klaus. He sighed after being fully woken up like that. Klaus smiled, before talking to his Master.<br/>""<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Sire, you're late to the international meeting being held by Wolfia.</span>"", Klaus said casually.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Oh. Shit.</span>, thought Eldritch. Bah, he didn't like anyone anyways, so.<br/>Fashionable lateness could be expected of him, at least in his views. Eldritch sighed, and began to get ready for the long day ahead, taking a shower, putting on his formal clothing afterwards, eating breakfast on the helicopter. The helicopter took off, headed to Wolfia. Eldritch grunted, he didn't like having to go to these international meetings. Why couldn't he send a mere butler or peasant in his place? Oh. Right. That would be ""disrespectful"". God damn it.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Wolfian Airspace, headed to the meeting</span></span><br/><br/>The Vaxonian chopper was apologizing to the Wolfian Airspace watchers, saying that Eldritch requested to be fashionably late, and then asked for permission to land for the meeting. Of course, Eldritch NEVER made sure his calender was up to date, so they were sure they might be told that the meeting was already over, but who knows.<br/>Eldritch was sleeping in the chopper, after having finished his breakfast. Jesus, he was tired."
9167,"Orbis personalis: Battle of Wills (IC, OPEN)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322566&start=50,2014-12-08T11:37:00,The Grey Wolf,"When the great Vaxonian personification finally decided to grace the others with his presence, he would find the door to the conference room locked, and two ferocious looking men standing guard. The first stood at 6'4"", with sandy brown hair and blond streaks, an Anglo-Saxon with a touch of Gothic blood. Standing next to him was a darker haired man, who stood at 5'7"", with stormy grey eyes. He was clearly of Celtic descent, probably Brythonic, with some strain of Roman blood.<br/><br/>""State your business here,"" the Germanic guard demanded. His eyes seemed like kaleidoscope, constantly shifting colors and everything about him commanded respect. The Celt said nothing but kept his rifle to his arm, watching the newcomer carefully. He had not been informed of any more visitors."
9168,"Orbis personalis: Battle of Wills (IC, OPEN)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322566&start=50,2014-12-08T12:29:00,The V O I D,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Grey Wolf <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322566&amp;p=22725117#p22725117"">wrote</a>:</cite>When the great Vaxonian personification finally decided to grace the others with his presence, he would find the door to the conference room locked, and two ferocious looking men standing guard. The first stood at 6'4"", with sandy brown hair and blond streaks, an Anglo-Saxon with a touch of Gothic blood. Standing next to him was a darker haired man, who stood at 5'7"", with stormy grey eyes. He was clearly of Celtic descent, probably Brythonic, with some strain of Roman blood.<br/><br/>""State your business here,"" the Germanic guard demanded. His eyes seemed like kaleidoscope, constantly shifting colors and everything about him commanded respect. The Celt said nothing but kept his rifle to his arm, watching the newcomer carefully. He had not been informed of any more visitors.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Wolfian Conference Room</span></span><br/><br/>Eldritch had his butler, Hans, with him. Hans was a relatively short man, only measuring up to 5'9"". It was short because he was fourty. Ish. Eldritch cleared his throat.<br/>""<span style=""font-weight: bold"">I am here for the international conference. I am Eldritch von Veldaen, Emperor of Vaxon.</span>"", he said in a straight, monotone voice. Hans simply introduced himself by saying his name and his job, before being quiet again. Eldritch waited for the guards to let him in, as he expected to be let in. He was fashionably late, and wouldn't accept being denied access for committing such an act."
9169,"Orbis personalis: Battle of Wills (IC, OPEN)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322566&start=50,2014-12-08T12:36:00,The Grey Wolf,"<blockquote><div><cite>The V O I D <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322566&amp;p=22725694#p22725694"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Grey Wolf <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322566&amp;p=22725117#p22725117"">wrote</a>:</cite>When the great Vaxonian personification finally decided to grace the others with his presence, he would find the door to the conference room locked, and two ferocious looking men standing guard. The first stood at 6'4"", with sandy brown hair and blond streaks, an Anglo-Saxon with a touch of Gothic blood. Standing next to him was a darker haired man, who stood at 5'7"", with stormy grey eyes. He was clearly of Celtic descent, probably Brythonic, with some strain of Roman blood.<br/><br/>""State your business here,"" the Germanic guard demanded. His eyes seemed like kaleidoscope, constantly shifting colors and everything about him commanded respect. The Celt said nothing but kept his rifle to his arm, watching the newcomer carefully. He had not been informed of any more visitors.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Wolfian Conference Room</span></span><br/><br/>Eldritch had his butler, Hans, with him. Hans was a relatively short man, only measuring up to 5'9"". It was short because he was fourty. Ish. Eldritch cleared his throat.<br/>""<span style=""font-weight: bold"">I am here for the international conference. I am Eldritch von Veldaen, Emperor of Vaxon.</span>"", he said in a straight, monotone voice. Hans simply introduced himself by saying his name and his job, before being quiet again. Eldritch waited for the guards to let him in, as he expected to be let in. He was fashionably late, and wouldn't accept being denied access for committing such an act.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Your name was not on the list,"" the Germanic officer replied with irritation. He pulled a small booklet from the satchel at his side and opened it, licking his thumb before flicking through the pages. ""There is no 'Eldritch von Veldaen' on the list. If you don't believe me, you're perfectly free to check for yourself."" he swung his arm, slamming the booklet shut. ""If you do not have any business here, I'll kindly invite you to leave.""<br/><br/>The Celtic officer snickered under his breath. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Emperor</span>,"" he muttered, monarchies were not particularly popular in Wolfia at the moment."
9170,"Orbis personalis: Battle of Wills (IC, OPEN)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322566&start=50,2014-12-08T12:40:00,The V O I D,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Grey Wolf <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322566&amp;p=22725780#p22725780"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The V O I D <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322566&amp;p=22725694#p22725694"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Wolfian Conference Room</span></span><br/><br/>Eldritch had his butler, Hans, with him. Hans was a relatively short man, only measuring up to 5'9"". It was short because he was fourty. Ish. Eldritch cleared his throat.<br/>""<span style=""font-weight: bold"">I am here for the international conference. I am Eldritch von Veldaen, Emperor of Vaxon.</span>"", he said in a straight, monotone voice. Hans simply introduced himself by saying his name and his job, before being quiet again. Eldritch waited for the guards to let him in, as he expected to be let in. He was fashionably late, and wouldn't accept being denied access for committing such an act.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Your name was not on the list,"" the Germanic officer replied with irritation. He pulled a small booklet from the satchel at his side and opened it, licking his thumb before flicking through the pages. ""There is no 'Eldritch von Veldaen' on the list. If you don't believe me, you're perfectly free to check for yourself."" he swung his arm, slamming the booklet shut. ""If you do not have any business here, I'll kindly invite you to leave.""<br/><br/>The Celtic officer snickered under his breath. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Emperor</span>,"" he muttered, monarchies were not particularly popular in Wolfia at the moment.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Wolfian Conference Room</span></span><br/><br/>Eldritch grew a look of outrage for a moment on his face, before composing himself.<span style=""font-style: italic"">They're a Federal Republic now. Remember that, Eldritch. Probably a mistake in paperwork, or someone higher up fucked up.</span>, he thought to himself. The Emperor straightened out his formal outfit, and sighed. He then spoke again.<br/>""<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Could you at least do me the courtesy of asking if I was supposed to be here to one of your superiors, or perhaps, someone inside the conference room?</span>"", he said in the most polite manner he could. He nearly choked and gagged, and felt like he was going to die from having to be polite to a peasant. A<span style=""font-style: italic"">Wolfian</span>peasant, no less. Eldritch managed to keep his composure, surprising him and his butler."
9171,"Orbis personalis: Battle of Wills (IC, OPEN)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322566&start=50,2014-12-08T13:07:00,The Grey Wolf,"<blockquote><div><cite>The V O I D <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322566&amp;p=22725827#p22725827"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Grey Wolf <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322566&amp;p=22725780#p22725780"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""Your name was not on the list,"" the Germanic officer replied with irritation. He pulled a small booklet from the satchel at his side and opened it, licking his thumb before flicking through the pages. ""There is no 'Eldritch von Veldaen' on the list. If you don't believe me, you're perfectly free to check for yourself."" he swung his arm, slamming the booklet shut. ""If you do not have any business here, I'll kindly invite you to leave.""<br/><br/>The Celtic officer snickered under his breath. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Emperor</span>,"" he muttered, monarchies were not particularly popular in Wolfia at the moment.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Wolfian Conference Room</span></span><br/><br/>Eldritch grew a look of outrage for a moment on his face, before composing himself. <span style=""font-style: italic"">They're a Federal Republic now. Remember that, Eldritch. Probably a mistake in paperwork, or someone higher up fucked up.</span>, he thought to himself. The Emperor straightened out his formal outfit, and sighed. He then spoke again.<br/>""<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Could you at least do me the courtesy of asking if I was supposed to be here to one of your superiors, or perhaps, someone inside the conference room?</span>"", he said in the most polite manner he could. He nearly choked and gagged, and felt like he was going to die from having to be polite to a peasant. A <span style=""font-style: italic"">Wolfian</span> peasant, no less. Eldritch managed to keep his composure, surprising him and his butler.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""The Madam never makes a mistake, you were clearly not invited here, and I'm going to have to ask you to make your departure."" the Germanic soldier replied, his tone becoming increasingly dangerous. The man had served in several colonial wars during the early 30's and seen several atrocities. He was in no mood to be trifled with by some foreigner. ""The conference is closed, important discussions are taking place. We're not interrupting them just so you can be told you weren't invited.""<br/><br/>The Celt didn't say anything, still looking the Slavic man over with undisguised hubris."
9172,"Orbis personalis: Battle of Wills (IC, OPEN)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322566&start=50,2014-12-08T13:13:00,The V O I D,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Grey Wolf <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322566&amp;p=22726097#p22726097"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The V O I D <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322566&amp;p=22725827#p22725827"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Wolfian Conference Room</span></span><br/><br/>Eldritch grew a look of outrage for a moment on his face, before composing himself. <span style=""font-style: italic"">They're a Federal Republic now. Remember that, Eldritch. Probably a mistake in paperwork, or someone higher up fucked up.</span>, he thought to himself. The Emperor straightened out his formal outfit, and sighed. He then spoke again.<br/>""<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Could you at least do me the courtesy of asking if I was supposed to be here to one of your superiors, or perhaps, someone inside the conference room?</span>"", he said in the most polite manner he could. He nearly choked and gagged, and felt like he was going to die from having to be polite to a peasant. A <span style=""font-style: italic"">Wolfian</span> peasant, no less. Eldritch managed to keep his composure, surprising him and his butler.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""The Madam never makes a mistake, you were clearly not invited here, and I'm going to have to ask you to make your departure."" the Germanic soldier replied, his tone becoming increasingly dangerous. The man had served in several colonial wars during the early 30's and seen several atrocities. He was in no mood to be trifled with by some foreigner. ""The conference is closed, important discussions are taking place. We're not interrupting them just so you can be told you weren't invited.""<br/><br/>The Celt didn't say anything, still looking the Slavic man over with undisguised hubris.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Wolfian Conference Room</span></span><br/><br/>Eldritch huffed. This was becoming very annoying. How dare the Wolfians forget to put him on the list. He grunted, looking to his butler. He said something in Vaxonian to the butler, and the butler nodded, headed out and back to the helicopter. Eldritch turned back to the guards, and then cleared his throat once more.<br/>""<span style=""font-weight: bold"">I was just telling Hans to prepare my helicopter and come back to retrieve me. I'd rather be sitting in a ready-to-go helicopter, than wait for it to start.</span>"", he said. The way he said it was almost purposefully privileged, as if he was semi-trying to show off his royalty. Eldritch waited for Hans, who returned but a moment later. Eldritch then proceeded to leave with Hans, to his helicopter. They'd be headed back to Vaxon, soon."
9173,"Orbis personalis: Battle of Wills (IC, OPEN)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322566&start=50,2014-12-08T13:20:00,The Grey Wolf,"<blockquote><div><cite>The V O I D <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322566&amp;p=22726167#p22726167"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Grey Wolf <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322566&amp;p=22726097#p22726097"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""The Madam never makes a mistake, you were clearly not invited here, and I'm going to have to ask you to make your departure."" the Germanic soldier replied, his tone becoming increasingly dangerous. The man had served in several colonial wars during the early 30's and seen several atrocities. He was in no mood to be trifled with by some foreigner. ""The conference is closed, important discussions are taking place. We're not interrupting them just so you can be told you weren't invited.""<br/><br/>The Celt didn't say anything, still looking the Slavic man over with undisguised hubris.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Wolfian Conference Room</span></span><br/><br/>Eldritch huffed. This was becoming very annoying. How dare the Wolfians forget to put him on the list. He grunted, looking to his butler. He said something in Vaxonian to the butler, and the butler nodded, headed out and back to the helicopter. Eldritch turned back to the guards, and then cleared his throat once more.<br/>""<span style=""font-weight: bold"">I was just telling Hans to prepare my helicopter and come back to retrieve me. I'd rather be sitting in a ready-to-go helicopter, than wait for it to start.</span>"", he said. The way he said it was almost purposefully privileged, as if he was semi-trying to show off his royalty. Eldritch waited for Hans, who returned but a moment later. Eldritch then proceeded to leave with Hans, to his helicopter. They'd be headed back to Vaxon, soon.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The Wolfians, having an almost ascetic view of material wealth, were not impressed. ""Thank you for cooperating, Mister Eldritch."" the Germanic soldier said nonchalantly, referring to the personification like he would a normal man from down the street.<br/><br/>After the personification had left, the Celt finally asked. ""So was his name on the list?""<br/><br/>""It was number 16,"" the Germanic answered. The two of them broke into laughter.<br/><br/>""Oh my God, man, you did not just do that?""<br/><br/>""Oh, but I did.""<br/><br/>The two continued cackling. ""The worst part of it is that had the lad actually bothered to check the booklet, he would have seen his name right there."" the Germanic forced out, clutching his sides from the pain."
9174,"Orbis personalis: Battle of Wills (IC, OPEN)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322566&start=50,2014-12-08T13:24:00,The V O I D,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Grey Wolf <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322566&amp;p=22726258#p22726258"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The V O I D <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322566&amp;p=22726167#p22726167"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Wolfian Conference Room</span></span><br/><br/>Eldritch huffed. This was becoming very annoying. How dare the Wolfians forget to put him on the list. He grunted, looking to his butler. He said something in Vaxonian to the butler, and the butler nodded, headed out and back to the helicopter. Eldritch turned back to the guards, and then cleared his throat once more.<br/>""<span style=""font-weight: bold"">I was just telling Hans to prepare my helicopter and come back to retrieve me. I'd rather be sitting in a ready-to-go helicopter, than wait for it to start.</span>"", he said. The way he said it was almost purposefully privileged, as if he was semi-trying to show off his royalty. Eldritch waited for Hans, who returned but a moment later. Eldritch then proceeded to leave with Hans, to his helicopter. They'd be headed back to Vaxon, soon.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The Wolfians, having an almost ascetic view of material wealth, were not impressed. ""Thank you for cooperating, Mister Eldritch."" the Germanic soldier said nonchalantly, referring to the personification like he would a normal man from down the street. <br/><br/>After the personification had left, the Celt finally asked. ""So was his name on the list?""<br/><br/>""It was number 16,"" the Germanic answered. The two of them broke into laughter. <br/><br/>""Oh my God, man, you did not just do that?""<br/><br/>""Oh, but I did.""<br/><br/>The two continued cackling. ""The worst part of it is that had the lad actually bothered to check the booklet, he would have seen his name right there."" the Germanic forced out, clutching his sides from the pain.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Wolfian Helicopter Landing Pad</span></span><br/><br/>Eldritch was about to order the pilot to leave, when he realized something. He never took up the peasant's offer to look at the booklet himself. He sighed, not wanting to get back out, in case his name truly wasn't on the list. He sent Hans back in to do it instead. Hans walked up to the two guards, and spoke in a friendly manner.<br/>""<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Sirs, my master remembered that you offered him a look at the list. He didn't realize that he didn't accept it until just now. Before we leave, he requested that I look at it for him. May I?</span>"", Hans said. Eldritch stayed in the chopper, impatiently waiting to either go, or try to convince the wolfian personification to fire those two."
9175,"Orbis personalis: Battle of Wills (IC, OPEN)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322566&start=50,2014-12-08T17:25:00,Tsuyoi Tekikoku,"A huge chunk of meat flew threw the air as a very large grizzly bear, possibly one of the biggest ever to live, caught it in its mouth and munched away,Its master soon came to pet it. ""Good catch, Freddy!"" Mirage said rubbing her pet as it ate and clad in pajamas. ""After you finish up your breakfast., we will go play some catch the ball!"" she chuckled and walked away from the massive beast to wash the blood of the raw meat from her hands. After, that, she got dress in her usual attire took a seat a her chair in the dining room and got ready for her own breakfast. ""No wars...no nothing to ruin my day!...expect paper work...ugh..."""
9176,"Orbis personalis: Battle of Wills (IC, OPEN)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322566&start=50,2014-12-08T17:47:00,Kitsumi Tanaka,"Kitsumi woke up with a big yawn. ""Another day of sleeping in."" she said to herself as she sat herself up. She stretched her arms and legs and popped her back followed by another yawn. As she slowly rose from her bed she got dizzy then fell on the floor. ""Oww!....oh great first i sleep in then i fall on my face. Hopefully i made an improvement."" she said picking herself up. Once she got up she went and took a shower and got dressed (her outfit<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://img4.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20120313224608/vocaloid/images/4/4c/SenbonzakuraMiku1.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">http://img4.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20120313224608/vocaloid/images/4/4c/SenbonzakuraMiku1.jpg</a>). Once she walked down the stairs her cat greeted her along with her pet fox. ""Good morning Fen"" she said as she pet her fox. Then she reached over to her cat Hiroku and pet his head.<br/><br/>Kitsumi quickly ate a piece of toast with some peanut butter on it then ran out the door. She walked through the woods to her war camp where she was in charge. All the men looked at her as she walked in. They all drooled over her..well all the single non married men. All of the married men who had kids had no interest in her when it came to romance. She walked to a tent where her maps and scrolls and letters sat. She had a desk in the tent that was sort of beat up but also in shape. There was a futon on the ground but Kitsumi never slept when everybody else did. She usually walks over to her desk then starts writing letters but instead of that she went to look at her futon. Slowly she sat down and before she knew it she fell asleep."
9177,"Orbis personalis: Battle of Wills (IC, OPEN)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322566&start=50,2014-12-08T20:12:00,Republic of Hasgriu,"""Hnngh..."",Joni sighed. Nobody ever paid attention to him or what he said. Nobody would care about a couple of islands in the Pacific. No matter how hard he tried, no nations would consider any of his trade deals or alliances. He had no clue why he was invited to these constantly. He has no clue why he even<span style=""font-style: italic"">came</span>to these conferences or meetings or whatever. Frustrated, he abruptly got up and left the room, excusing himself to go to the washroom."
9178,"Orbis personalis: Battle of Wills (IC, OPEN)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322566&start=50,2014-12-08T20:20:00,Equestican,"Selena was day dreaming about meeting Don Saur, the dinosaur nation created by America, and nation she said she was the spiritual successor to. She always wondered how such a meeting would go, you'd have the awkwardness of explaining why she considered herself his successor, the strangeness that talking to a utahraptor would entail some interesting thoughts. She snapped out of her stupor when she noticed her brother sleeping, head on the table,<span style=""font-style: italic"">I hope I can get his Princess to keep him from these, he is not exactly mature enough to attend these honestly.</span>"
9179,"Orbis personalis: Battle of Wills (IC, OPEN)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322566&start=50,2014-12-08T21:57:00,Occupied Deutschland,"Adel shook her head at the bickering around the table. Rajesh seemed wholly committed to his plan of 'restoring order' to Somalia. There appeared to be little dissuading him. She hoped he would understand when Hollian merchants began selling weapons to the warlords he would be facing. It would be risky, yes, but also profitable, and she wasn't going to interfere in her merchants affairs to stop them from pursuing that profit if they deemed it worth the risk. That was probably going to come up at some point in the future.<br/><br/>Oh well. Nothing to be done about it now. ""Perhaps we should recess for a little while? Allow us all to catch our breaths and perhaps cool our heads?""<br/><br/>""Besides, there are always things to be done that don't pertain to everyone, no?"" Adel's eyes unconsciously flicked over Juan the personification of Hyvarios and the departing Joni."
9180,"Orbis personalis: Battle of Wills (IC, OPEN)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322566&start=50,2014-12-11T04:43:00,The Grey Wolf,"The two soldiers, now fully irritated with the Vaxonian, gripped their rifles even harder. ""We will give you up to the count of 10,"" the Germanic guard said coldly. ""To make your way out of this building. If not, we shall open fire and believe me, we won't miss our mark."" the Celt did not say anything, simply glaring at the man.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, Lupina listened to the others talk, trying to decipher their strengths and weaknesses as she always did. ""Be sure to maintain civility,"" she said with some amusement. It was hard to believe that these same nations fought one another twenty years ago, some to near-death. They seemed like petty children now."
9181,"Orbis personalis: Battle of Wills (IC, OPEN)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322566&start=50,2014-12-11T14:04:00,The V O I D,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Grey Wolf <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322566&amp;p=22757539#p22757539"">wrote</a>:</cite>The two soldiers, now fully irritated with the Vaxonian, gripped their rifles even harder. ""We will give you up to the count of 10,"" the Germanic guard said coldly. ""To make your way out of this building. If not, we shall open fire and believe me, we won't miss our mark."" the Celt did not say anything, simply glaring at the man.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, Lupina listened to the others talk, trying to decipher their strengths and weaknesses as she always did. ""Be sure to maintain civility,"" she said with some amusement. It was hard to believe that these same nations fought one another twenty years ago, some to near-death. They seemed like petty children now.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Wolfian Conference Room Doors</span></span><br/><br/>Hans grunted at that remark. Threatening a Vaxonian butler was like threatening an ant in Vaxonian society; it had no benefit but getting the entire hive all riled up, while the queen ant(s) did nothing. Hans decided that he should explain something to these Wolfians. Something that needed to be explained.<br/>""<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Listen. I have no qualms with you. I know Eldritch can be a bit of a...show off, to be generous. I just want to look at the list, and I'll be on my way.</span>"", Hans said friendly-like, glad his boss didn't hear him say that, else he'd be shot upon returning to Vaxon. Hans held out his hand for the list."
9182,"Orbis personalis: Battle of Wills (IC, OPEN)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322566&start=50,2014-12-11T14:34:00,The Grey Wolf,"Before the guards could react to the butler's request, which was intended to be less helpful, and more bone shattering, the bell rang to announce the end of the meeting. ""There we are,"" Lupina sighed in relief, resting her head on her arm. ""I'm sorry our annual meeting did not make such a stir,<span style=""font-size: 35%; line-height: 116%;"">not that it does any other year</span>,"" she muttered underneath her breath. ""Mister Stagler, would you kindly stay behind, there is a matter of which I want to discuss with you."""
9183,"Orbis personalis: Battle of Wills (IC, OPEN)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322566&start=50,2014-12-11T14:42:00,The V O I D,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Grey Wolf <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322566&amp;p=22762127#p22762127"">wrote</a>:</cite>Before the guards could react to the butler's request, which was intended to be less helpful, and more bone shattering, the bell rang to announce the end of the meeting. ""There we are,"" Lupina sighed in relief, resting her head on her arm. ""I'm sorry our annual meeting did not make such a stir, <span style=""font-size: 35%; line-height: 116%;"">not that it does any other year</span>,"" she muttered underneath her breath. ""Mister Stagler, would you kindly stay behind, there is a matter of which I want to discuss with you.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Wolfian Meeting Room</span></span><br/><br/>Hans decided that since the bell rang, he'd return to his master. He turned and left, to the mini-blimp, where Eldritch was waiting. Eldritch looked furious, upon learning he missed the meeting entirely. Eldritch snarled, walking furiously back towards the Wolfian government building. He walked up to the door, where Hans stopped him.<br/>""<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Move, Hans. I am going to <span style=""font-style: italic"">demand</span> an explanation for this.</span>"", he roared at Hans, which considering Hans was his favorite butler, meant that Hans had to move, fast. Eldritch walked up to the nearest Wolfian, demanding to speak with the current person in charge. Eldritch's rage knew no bounds, because he looked ready to choke the next person who even remotely made him angrier, if that were even possible at this point."
9184,"Orbis personalis: Battle of Wills (IC, OPEN)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322566&start=50,2014-12-11T15:02:00,The Grey Wolf,"<div align=""Center"">""<span style=""font-style: italic"">What is it, Cousin Eldritch</span>?""</div><br/><br/>The door to the meeting opened and Lupina walked over to the Vaxonian personification, one arm rested on her hip, the other raised to signal the guard to lower his weapon. ""Didn't see you at the meeting."" she stated nonchalantly, not that she missed him. ""I would like to request you not throw one of those temper tantrums you're known for in my home."" her voice twinged with disgust at his show of poor manners."
9185,"Orbis personalis: Battle of Wills (IC, OPEN)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322566&start=50,2014-12-11T15:06:00,The V O I D,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Grey Wolf <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322566&amp;p=22762447#p22762447"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""Center"">""<span style=""font-style: italic"">What is it, Cousin Eldritch</span>?""</div><br/><br/>The door to the meeting opened and Lupina walked over to the Vaxonian personification, one arm rested on her hip, the other raised to signal the guard to lower his weapon. ""Didn't see you at the meeting."" she stated nonchalantly, not that she missed him. ""I would like to request you not throw one of those temper tantrums you're known for in my home."" her voice twinged with disgust at his show of poor manners.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Wolfian Government Building</span></span><br/><br/>Eldritch breathed slightly, trying to calm himself, knowing that Lupina wouldn't approve of him being angry at her for this.<br/>""<span style=""font-weight: bold"">The two guards infront of the meeting room doors claimed I wasn't on the list. And, I forgot about the offer they made to let me check it myself- so I sent Hans, my butler, to do it for me. And now the meeting is over, because two of your guards felt like not being cooperative.</span>"", he said as non-angry as possible, although it did have a tinge of anger to it. Eldritch glared over to where the meeting room was, to see of the guards were there or not."
9186,"Orbis personalis: Battle of Wills (IC, OPEN)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322566&start=50,2014-12-11T15:15:00,The Grey Wolf,"With a sigh, Lupina signaled with her hand, and one of the guards brought her the booklet. ""There your name is,"" she said at a mere glance. ""On the sixteenth line I believe."" she signaled the guard who took the booklet and went away to attend to the rest of his duties. She stood there, arms crossed, staring at Eldritch with a look that said if he didn't get out of her home in five minutes, she was setting the entire colonial legion on him."
9187,"Orbis personalis: Battle of Wills (IC, OPEN)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322566&start=75,2014-12-11T15:18:00,The V O I D,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Grey Wolf <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322566&amp;p=22762582#p22762582"">wrote</a>:</cite>With a sigh, Lupina signaled with her hand, and one of the guards brought her the booklet. ""There your name is,"" she said at a mere glance. ""On the sixteenth line I believe."" she signaled the guard who took the booklet and went away to attend to the rest of his duties. She stood there, arms crossed, staring at Eldritch with a look that said if he didn't get out of her home in five minutes, she was setting the entire colonial legion on him.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Wolfian Government Building</span></span><br/><br/>Eldritch stared back at her for a moment, before starting to turn, and then he stopped himself to say one last thing.<br/>""<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Please, at least give those guards a good wrist-slapping.</span>"", he requested, too tired to be angry anymore. Vaxonian?<span style=""font-style: italic"">Requesting something?</span>Oh boy. That can't be good. Or maybe it is. Who knows. All-in-all, Eldritch heads back to his blimp, and leaves, back to Vaxon."
9188,"Orbis personalis: Battle of Wills (IC, OPEN)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322566&start=75,2014-12-11T15:26:00,The Grey Wolf,"While Eldritch makes his departure, the two guards stand behind Lupina, who still had her arms crossed and was silent. ""Boys..."" she said, and they stood at attention, not sure whether she planned to punish them or not. ""I'm promoting the both of you and raising your salaries."" they breathed, for a second there thinking she might actually punish them.<br/><br/>""Thank you, ma'am."" they said, before going on their merry way, while Lupina admired the architecture of the building. She never tired of exploring the intricate details of the senate's building.<br/><br/>""Mister Stagler, are you still here?"" Lupina asked, turning around and glancing at the meeting room."
9189,"Orbis personalis: Battle of Wills (IC, OPEN)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322566&start=75,2014-12-11T19:21:00,Ulrenon,"""Eh?"" Stagler muttered, fiddling with the cap he had gotten out of nowhere that was now placed on his head. ""Whoops, sorry. Got a bit drowsy there."" He scratched his chin before nodding in acknowledgment towards Lup-Lap or whatever he nicknamed her/it. ""Yes, yes. I am still her. Hail the Death Korpsmen and all that."" He waves his hands around for dramatic effect before pulling out a joint. The Releignian personifications of the past, the more hardline members of the family, were long gone. Their descendants were getting seemingly more lax every generation. There was even a rumor going around that they would pass some sort of Civil Rights bill."
9190,"Orbis personalis: Battle of Wills (IC, OPEN)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322566&start=75,2014-12-12T21:31:00,Fraire,"Alfonso woke up. He was wearing his usual blue jumpsuit. ""I need to get some pajamas..."" He jumped out of bed and fell face-first onto the floor. Alfonso got up and ran downstairs into the kitchen. He got some ""artificial flavored charms and brown things"", his favorite cereal. In Fraire, every cereal name was accurately named. It had become the law around 2008. He poured himself a bowl and ate it dry. He disliked milk. When Alfonso finished his ""meal"", he removed his jumpsuit and put on his brown overcoat, white t-shirt, and jeans. Alfonso stepped out the door and inhaled the fresh air. After recovering from the horrible coughing, he began his walk."
9191,"Orbis personalis: Battle of Wills (IC, OPEN)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322566&start=75,2014-12-13T00:08:00,Ulvenes,"Finally able to leave the babbling and squabling of the silly Europeans, Ulrica and her assistant both headed out of the building where a black Chevrolet Master was waiting for them with two other<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://th01.deviantart.net/fs71/PRE/i/2013/216/4/1/waffenstrldr_helm_by_luxox18-d6gp5na.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">soldiers</a>from the 1st Schutzstaffel Division Leibstandarte Yseult were waiting with MP 38 sub-machine guns and P08 sidearms along with a few Model 39 Eihandgranate's. After Ulrica and her assistant climbed in to their modified car, the two bodyguards did as well and they drove back to the nearest port where they boarded a Ulven vessel and proceeded back to Ulvenes. Ulrica went to the bridge of the vessel, and looked over the map. ""Since there's a lot of open territory.. We should look to expanding. Those two islands look ripe for the picking."" She said to herself, looking at Greenland and Iceland. She then looked over to the communications officer, ""Send a telegram to military command and tell them to start two expeditions for Greenland and Iceland."" She said and the Officer nodded with a ""Jawohl Mein Presidenten."" and began tapping away with his machine in morse code, the mainland would soon get the telegram and a few hundred people would be gathering for the expedition.<br/><br/>But as they passed the old islands of the used-to-be United Kingdom, Ulrica decided she wanted to visit with her long friend Lupina first before truly leaving Europe. ""Captain."" She said, as she hung out in the bridge enjoying the feeling of command. ""Take us back to port. There's an errand I forgot to take care of."" She said with a gentle smile. The Captain, slightly annoyed but swayed by his leaders alluring smile ordered his crew to swing the vessel around and return to port. As soon as the vessel returned, Ulrica, Kaya, and her two bodyguards climbed in to the Chevrolet Master and drove off to visit Lupini."
9192,"Orbis personalis: Battle of Wills (IC, OPEN)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322566&start=75,2014-12-13T03:19:00,Occupied Deutschland,"Adel gleefully floated out of the meeting and grabbed her firearms from the Wolfen guards outside the door. Suspiciously eying the men, she checked to be certain the<a class=""postlink"" href=""https://sp.yimg.com/ib/th?id=HN.608007953205693583&amp;pid=15.1&amp;P=0"" rel=""nofollow"">semiautomatic</a>was still loaded before taking it from them and sliding it into her holster. The Wolfians weren't exactly the most trustworthy of people.<br/><br/>""The next time I come to one of these,"" Adel said, though aware that she was assuming there would be a next time, ""I shall not be disarmed. Please let that be known.""<br/><br/>Not waiting for any possible response, Adel swiftly turned and marched out of the Wolfian Senate building. It was far too fancy for her taste anyways. Much like many of the other nations in the conference room, it reeked of a self-importance she couldn't stand. No one seemed content with what they had or willing to focus on improving it by any other means than conquest. It was frustrating, but at least it did mean a lot of trade opportunities for Hollian merchants. Hollian military equipment in particular, seemed to have become popular with many of the third-rate powers that couldn't afford their own or to license or import products from Ulvenes or Wolfia or others.<br/><br/>Something told Adel that those weapons were going to become even more popular in the coming years."
9193,"Orbis personalis: Battle of Wills (IC, OPEN)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322566&start=75,2014-12-13T07:59:00,The V O I D,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Vaxon</span></span><br/><br/>Eldritch had returned to Vaxon, to be greeted with cheers of happy origin. Some were honest cheers of people who loved the man as their glorious Emperor, others simply did so to appease the Autocrat, for the fact they didn't want to be punished. Eldritch entered his palace, Hans at his side. Eldritch looked at Hans, smiling. Eldritch spoke.<br/>""<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Hans. I need you to prepare the Luft Kriegsmarine fleets. I have some plans for Africa, and I want everyone ready for when the time comes. Understood?</span>"", he said to Hans. Hans nodded, and did the<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i.imgur.com/3L7HpvC.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Vaxonian Salute</a>, also referred to as the 'Vaxute' by normal civilians. Some surrounding<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://th06.deviantart.net/fs70/PRE/i/2014/228/7/7/german_ss_soldier_wwii_by_vicoze-d7vdoey.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Landstreitkräfte</a>Troops saw the ""Vaxute"", and complied in doing it as well, before going back to their business. Hans ventured off.<br/><br/>Eldritch walked into his royal bedroom, closing and locking the door behind him. He then walked over to his desk, which had a safe-lock knob on it. He entered a combination, and a loud unlocking sound occurred. He then opened the desk, it being a decoy and the utencils and things being glued and such right onto the desk. Inside the desk was a secret telephone. He picked it up, calling someone. Eldritch was pleased to hear the other voice, as it was his commander in charge of Project Deep Water.<br/>""<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Hello, Befehlshaber. How goes Project Deep Water?</span>"", he asked with a bemused grin. The Commander on the other end, almost sensing that grin, responded.<br/>""<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Oberste König und Kaiser, Project Deep Water is nearing completion. We'll have a test fleet soon enough.</span>"", the Commander said, also grinning. Eldritch smiled, and told the Commander that would be all. He hung up, closing the decoy desk, and locking the safe-knob. He then put the mini-cabinet on the floor ontop of the safe-knob, like he had forgotten to a day or two ago. The mini-cabinet looked like it was apart of the desk, hiding the safe-lock. Eldritch then went off about his own business."
9194,"Orbis personalis: Battle of Wills (IC, OPEN)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322566&start=75,2014-12-14T21:58:00,West Suburbia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">West Suburban Republic, Nicaraguan Province</span><br/><br/>It had been some time after that awful world conference. Victoria was glad when she managed to get out of it. After what she had heard and saw at that conference, she knew to decline, politely, the next conference invitation. It was indeed only a conference for the large European powers. What they argued and scrabbled about did not involve her, and she did not want to be drawn into it. Straddling in between two oceans were already enough to give her a headache.<br/><br/>Today, she was on the parade ground of the Rodriguez Army Base in the Nicaraguan Province, reviewing the soldiers of the 14th Battalion, 5th Division, 2nd Army Group. The West Suburban Republican Army was small, distributed across the nation in military bases, and largely equipped with a hodgepodge of weaponry, despite efforts being introduced for standardization. As she walked down the line of<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://www.agmohio.com/images_LR/1MTcw.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">soldiers</a>, most standing ramrod straight and their faces blank, their<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://picturearchive.gunauction.com/2017949/9862379/106_9108.jpg_thumbnail1.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">FNM-7</a>rifles polished and gleaming, she sighed. Reaching out to a nervous looking soldier, she poked his ammunition belt and smiled. The soldier instantly straightened up and went from anxiety to almost going faint. Once the review was over, the 14th Battalion was dismissed, and Victoria walked back to her<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://s.hswstatic.com/gif/1931-1935-buick-eight-1.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">motorcade</a>. As she got in, her thoughts turned to the rubber deal she made with the nation of Hyvarios, just south of the WSR. Pulling out a piece of paper and pen that was always readily available, she penned down some words:<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://cms2.westport.k12.ct.us/cmslmc/foreignlanguages/centamerpicts/nicaseal.jpg""/><br/><span style=""font-size: 140%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Official West Suburban Republic Government Correspondence to the Nation of Hyvarios</span></span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;"">To whom it may concern,<br/><br/>Greetings. You may recall that from the previous world conference, I have decided to strike a deal with you for rubber. If we could meet and discuss this, it would be most appreciated.<br/><br/>Thank you,<br/>West Suburban Republic</span></blockquote>"
9195,"Orbis personalis: Battle of Wills (IC, OPEN)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322566&start=75,2014-12-15T00:58:00,Republic of Hasgriu,"While Joni was venting his frustration on a wall in the restroom, he heard the bell ring in the distance. He abruptly stopped terrorising the innocent wall, and went to the meeting room, and collected his chair, before leaving the building. He hopped into a rented car, and instructed the Tawotan driver to get him to the harbour.<br/><br/>An hour later, Joni finally reached his<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/en/6/6d/HMCS_Regina_K234_CT-252.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">ship</a>, his beloved TNV Aori. He climbed onto the deck, and up to the bridge, and took control of the ship. He spoke over the PA system, ""All hands on deck, we're going home!"" A resounding cheer rocked the ship, as it unmoored itself and left for Tawotu.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Many days later, Tawotu</span></span><br/>Finally, back home, Joni sat at his desk, pen in hand. He began scribing a letter to one of his fellow Pacific nations.<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: The Pacifica Federation<br/>From: The Republic of Tawotu<br/>Greetings,<br/>Tawotu has had a large amount of surplus fish recently, and we would like to trade some of it in exchange for natural resources, such as coal and iron, which our nation is lacking severely. We will take responsibility for any shipping costs. Please respond immediately. <br/>Joni Uluivuda</blockquote>"
9196,"Orbis personalis: Battle of Wills (IC, OPEN)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322566&start=75,2014-12-17T17:25:00,The V O I D,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Vaxon</span></span><br/><br/>Eldritch von Veldaen had just gotten an idea- an idea that would disallow any invasion from the North and South, as well as promoting peace throughout the American continents. Eldritch thought about it long and hard, deciding the pros outweighed the cons in this plan. He called for the capital city to meet in the Town Square of Veldaen.<br/>Eldritch stood on the stage, his people showing their pride via cheering or saluting. Eldritch raised his hands in salute, silencing everyone in the crowd. He spoke, powerfully.<br/>""<span style=""font-weight: bold"">People of my glorious Empire. Spread my word: I promise peace throughout the American continents. I promise a new era. Vaxon will become the Shining Jewel of the Americas. My fair people, as of now, my assistants are sending messages via truck, boat, or blimp to other nations in the American Continents. I am planning an American conference within the next few days, to help found the Individual States of the American Continents, or the ISAC. It will promote peace, prosperity, and above all else, ensure our neutral northern and southern neighbors will be inclined to not allow harm to fall upon us- albeit, we must return them the same courtesy. I know this may sound like it may not work, but fear not! I will keep my promise! Heil to Vaxon!</span>"", he said all in one go. He saluted the crowed, and they cheered, clapping and saluting, cheering ""Heil to Vaxon!"" back at him. Eldritch smiled upon the crowd, and his inward grin grew wider.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Various American Nations</span></span><br/><br/>A message was sent to various American nations across both continents. It simply stated the following;<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: The Leaders of the American Nations<br/>From: Eldritch von Veldaen, Emperor of the Vaxonian Imperium<br/><br/>Dearest fellow leaders,<br/>I would like to request and invite you to an American conference of nations, to discuss the formation of an international alliance among our fair nations.<br/>I would like to establish this alliance as the Individual States of the American Continents, or ISAC. ISAC will be neutral to all governments by adopting a Council system- five representatives from each nation form up the ISAC's leaders, and make all ISAC decisions- so there isn't any one nation being in total control all the time. <br/>Please RSVP within the next 48 hours on whether or not you will arrive. The meeting will be in one week- last minute arrivals will be accepted, but please do not try to be too late.<br/>Thank you, dearest neighbors,<br/>The Vaxonian Emperor,<br/>Eldritch von Veldaen</blockquote>"
9197,"Orbis personalis: Battle of Wills (IC, OPEN)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322566&start=75,2014-12-17T19:39:00,Ulrenon,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Dear North and South American nations,</span><br/><br/>The Vaxonians are noobs. Don't mess with them or you will get Herpaidsbola.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">From the Ulrenian Commander.<br/></span>P.S,<br/>NUTS!</blockquote>"
9198,"Orbis personalis: Battle of Wills (IC, OPEN)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322566&start=75,2014-12-17T21:13:00,Ulvenes,"<blockquote><div><cite>The V O I D <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322566&amp;p=22831700#p22831700"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Vaxon</span></span><br/><br/>Eldritch von Veldaen had just gotten an idea- an idea that would disallow any invasion from the North and South, as well as promoting peace throughout the American continents. Eldritch thought about it long and hard, deciding the pros outweighed the cons in this plan. He called for the capital city to meet in the Town Square of Veldaen.<br/>Eldritch stood on the stage, his people showing their pride via cheering or saluting. Eldritch raised his hands in salute, silencing everyone in the crowd. He spoke, powerfully.<br/>""<span style=""font-weight: bold"">People of my glorious Empire. Spread my word: I promise peace throughout the American continents. I promise a new era. Vaxon will become the Shining Jewel of the Americas. My fair people, as of now, my assistants are sending messages via truck, boat, or blimp to other nations in the American Continents. I am planning an American conference within the next few days, to help found the Individual States of the American Continents, or the ISAC. It will promote peace, prosperity, and above all else, ensure our neutral northern and southern neighbors will be inclined to not allow harm to fall upon us- albeit, we must return them the same courtesy. I know this may sound like it may not work, but fear not! I will keep my promise! Heil to Vaxon!</span>"", he said all in one go. He saluted the crowed, and they cheered, clapping and saluting, cheering ""Heil to Vaxon!"" back at him. Eldritch smiled upon the crowd, and his inward grin grew wider.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Various American Nations</span></span><br/><br/>A message was sent to various American nations across both continents. It simply stated the following;<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: The Leaders of the American Nations<br/>From: Eldritch von Veldaen, Emperor of the Vaxonian Imperium<br/><br/>Dearest fellow leaders,<br/>I would like to request and invite you to an American conference of nations, to discuss the formation of an international alliance among our fair nations.<br/>I would like to establish this alliance as the Individual States of the American Continents, or ISAC. ISAC will be neutral to all governments by adopting a Council system- five representatives from each nation form up the ISAC's leaders, and make all ISAC decisions- so there isn't any one nation being in total control all the time. <br/>Please RSVP within the next 48 hours on whether or not you will arrive. The meeting will be in one week- last minute arrivals will be accepted, but please do not try to be too late.<br/>Thank you, dearest neighbors,<br/>The Vaxonian Emperor,<br/>Eldritch von Veldaen</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/>After a zeppelin arrived across the border of Ulvenes and the light border guards stopped laughing, a messenger gave them a letter which was forwarded miles away to the capitol city of Königsstadt(real life Winisk) where it was read to the High Council. The letter was ignored, and orders to the military were being sent out to fortify the borders. Construction of fortifications all around the borders except for the Nunavut territory since there wasn't any other nations bordering there. Meanwhile, an expedition was sent out to Greenland and Iceland where the settlers set up small towns, slowly claiming the unclaimed territories and expanding the Wolflands."
9199,"Orbis personalis: Battle of Wills (IC, OPEN)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322566&start=75,2014-12-18T16:46:00,Fraire,"After about two minutes, Alfonso returned, panting. ""That...was...the longest...walk...ever."" He slammed the door and collapsed on his couch. Alfonso turned on the TV. ""Oh good. My least favrotie show, Sponge-Creature Named Bob Who Wears Cuboid Pants."" He sat on the couch watching Sponge-Creature Named Bob Who Wears Cuboid Pants and eating chocolate. A pile of wrappers was on the floor. ""Gods, I love crunch bars."" How Alfonso wasn't a fat lard-monster is unknown. Eventually, he fell off the couch and lay there in his pile of crunch bar wrappers. eventually, he fell sleep.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Alfonso was in nothingness. It was everything and nothing. He was just...there. There was no existence except for him. ""Hello?"" he yelled. No echo. Nothing. Not even sound existed in this plane of (non)existence. ""Where...am...I?"" He swam in the ocean of blankness. ""I guess I'll just..."" He didn't finish. There was nothing to say.</span>"
9200,"Orbis personalis: Battle of Wills (IC, OPEN)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322566&start=75,2014-12-19T13:26:00,West Suburbia,"<blockquote><div><cite>The V O I D <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322566&amp;p=22831700#p22831700"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: The Leaders of the American Nations<br/>From: Eldritch von Veldaen, Emperor of the Vaxonian Imperium<br/><br/>Dearest fellow leaders,<br/>I would like to request and invite you to an American conference of nations, to discuss the formation of an international alliance among our fair nations.<br/>I would like to establish this alliance as the Individual States of the American Continents, or ISAC. ISAC will be neutral to all governments by adopting a Council system- five representatives from each nation form up the ISAC's leaders, and make all ISAC decisions- so there isn't any one nation being in total control all the time. <br/>Please RSVP within the next 48 hours on whether or not you will arrive. The meeting will be in one week- last minute arrivals will be accepted, but please do not try to be too late.<br/>Thank you, dearest neighbors,<br/>The Vaxonian Emperor,<br/>Eldritch von Veldaen</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://www.bluffton.edu/~sullivanm/vietnam/hanoi/presidents/0083.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">The Banana House</a>, West Suburban Republic</span><br/><br/>Victoria stared at the letter sitting on her desk, delivered a few minutes ago by a new, inexperienced flustered messenger that only spoke rapid Spanish and little English. Having it read it twice already, she was now in deep thought about it. The world conference had imposed a bad taste in her views on such convocations and their usefulness. However this one was interesting. Were all the American countries getting invited, or was this an exclusive party? Setting the letter aside, Victoria reached for a glass of water and took a sip, wondering on whether to attend it or not."
9201,"Orbis personalis: Battle of Wills (IC, OPEN)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322566&start=75,2014-12-20T02:30:00,The Grey Wolf,"<blockquote><div><cite>Ulrenon <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322566&amp;p=22765387#p22765387"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Eh?"" Stagler muttered, fiddling with the cap he had gotten out of nowhere that was now placed on his head. ""Whoops, sorry. Got a bit drowsy there."" He scratched his chin before nodding in acknowledgment towards Lup-Lap or whatever he nicknamed her/it. ""Yes, yes. I am still her. Hail the Death Korpsmen and all that."" He waves his hands around for dramatic effect before pulling out a joint. The Releignian personifications of the past, the more hardline members of the family, were long gone. Their descendants were getting seemingly more lax every generation. There was even a rumor going around that they would pass some sort of Civil Rights bill.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""I wished to discuss Operation Adler,"" Lupina crossed her arms, making sure everyone had left the room before continuing to speak. ""Wolfia has already informed you of our willingness to split Europe, we would allow you expansion into Austria, Scandinavia, Greenland, Poland, and Russia. In exchange, we want full control of the Mediterranean. Albania, Greece, Hungary, and what was once known as Yugoslavia, along with Romania."" she hoped that Hollia and the Alps would serve as a sort of line or barrier between their respective nations. The persona did not trust Stagler or his government in the least to adhere to their promise of fully respecting territorial divisions. Especially with the ""treason"" Imperial Wolfia had displayed in the First World War. To appease their neighbors, Lupina's Germanic personality had been receiving increasing praise and support, while her Celtic self was often marginalized and ignored by the government."
9202,"Orbis personalis: Battle of Wills (IC, OPEN)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322566&start=75,2014-12-20T07:36:00,Ulvenes,"After an extended time of construction, extensive fortifications along the borders and coasts had been constructed.<a class=""postlink"" href=""https://az95169.vo.msecnd.net/images/artmaster/80487.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Machine gun bunkers</a>with MG 34 machine guns lined the countryside, and every road in to Ulvenes was guarded by at least one<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://web.comhem.se/jorgenwskr/img/env_bunker_01.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">heavy bunker complex</a>which contained at least two PaK 36 5cm guns, one 8.8cm FlaK 37 anti-aircraft gun, and two<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://enc86.deviantart.com/art/German-20mm-quad-flak-gun-322368349"" rel=""nofollow"">2 cm FlaKvierling 38</a>quad-mount anti-aircraft guns and several MG 34 machine guns as well as<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dragon%27s_teeth_%28fortification%29"" rel=""nofollow"">Dragon's Teeth</a>and razor wire plus<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/7.5_cm_leichtes_Infanteriegesch%C3%BCtz_18"" rel=""nofollow"">retractable turrets</a>with 7.5 cm leichtes Infanteriegeschütz. On the coasts, were<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://marcing1.deviantart.com/art/german-bunker-65271607"" rel=""nofollow"">heavy machine gun bunkers</a>, and<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://somadjinn.deviantart.com/art/Bottle-Bunker-HDR-270291124"" rel=""nofollow"">bottle bunkers</a>which had at least two or more MG 34 machine guns, and a massive amount of hedgehogs as well as heavy artillery behind them.<br/><br/>In an attempt to show the people that their military is as strong as ever, a parade was held in Königsstadt. Hundreds of<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://luxox18.deviantart.com/art/Call-of-Duty-3-Wehrmacht-download-485614582"" rel=""nofollow"">Grenadiers</a>and<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://luxox18.deviantart.com/art/Call-of-Duty-3-Panzergrenadier-download-485614183"" rel=""nofollow"">Panzergrenadiers</a>marching in their respective platoons, marching to the<a class=""postlink"" href=""https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o3uxhesiKgE"" rel=""nofollow"">national anthem</a>."
9203,"Orbis personalis: Battle of Wills (IC, OPEN)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322566&start=75,2014-12-20T10:31:00,Ulrenon,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Grey Wolf <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322566&amp;p=22855445#p22855445"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Ulrenon <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322566&amp;p=22765387#p22765387"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Eh?"" Stagler muttered, fiddling with the cap he had gotten out of nowhere that was now placed on his head. ""Whoops, sorry. Got a bit drowsy there."" He scratched his chin before nodding in acknowledgment towards Lup-Lap or whatever he nicknamed her/it. ""Yes, yes. I am still her. Hail the Death Korpsmen and all that."" He waves his hands around for dramatic effect before pulling out a joint. The Releignian personifications of the past, the more hardline members of the family, were long gone. Their descendants were getting seemingly more lax every generation. There was even a rumor going around that they would pass some sort of Civil Rights bill.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""I wished to discuss Operation Adler,"" Lupina crossed her arms, making sure everyone had left the room before continuing to speak. ""Wolfia has already informed you of our willingness to split Europe, we would allow you expansion into Austria, Scandinavia, Greenland, Poland, and Russia. In exchange, we want full control of the Mediterranean. Albania, Greece, Hungary, and what was once known as Yugoslavia, along with Romania."" she hoped that Hollia and the Alps would serve as a sort of line or barrier between their respective nations. The persona did not trust Stagler or his government in the least to adhere to their promise of fully respecting territorial divisions. Especially with the ""treason"" Imperial Wolfia had displayed in the First World War. To appease their neighbors, Lupina's Germanic personality had been receiving increasing praise and support, while her Celtic self was often marginalized and ignored by the government.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Stagler was silent for a moment. He played with the sleeve on his left arm for a few seconds after she was finished, the Verdumiac in him slowly seeping out to his physical appearance as he scrunched up his face. ""You will...<span style=""font-style: italic"">allow</span>me...to conquer that which is mine by right."" He seemed to be toying with the use of the word<span style=""font-style: italic"">allow</span>. ""Eheh. Eheheh."" His eyes suddenly became wide and he started to laugh uncontrollably. ""You will allow me to take over things!<span style=""font-style: italic"">Allow</span>me!"" He chuckled for a full minute before wiping his eyes and stopping. ""Your people have always turned against mine. I will never guarantee you anything."""
9204,"Orbis personalis: Battle of Wills (IC, OPEN)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322566&start=75,2014-12-22T12:19:00,The Grey Wolf,"Lupina sat on the table, arms crossed with one leg swung over the other, listening to Stagler go on the tangent she was disappointed she had not foreseen.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Every single damn time</span>... ""For some reason, I knew you were going to say that, or at least, suspected you were going to respond in such a fashion."" she sighed, allowing him to laugh. ""Oh come on!"" she said aloud when he brought up the times her people had stabbed his in the back. ""It was one time, and you were threatening stability in Europa.""<span style=""font-style: italic"">you were lucky enough we were dealing with a rebellion in our colonies, else we would've set the regulares on your damn - think happy thoughts</span>, she told herself in her mind.<br/><br/>""If you do not guarantee us anything, cousin, rest assured I have no intention of sparing you in the future,"" she warned, knowing it wouldn't faze him. Lupina still wanted to be able to tell him she told him so in the future. ""I pray that you don't live to see that day."" she gestured to the door, before the guard entered to inform her that Ulrica had paid a visit. ""Just in time. Well cousin, I will meet you later."" she bowed to Stagler, before making her departure.<br/><br/>The bipolar personification stood in the entrance hall, waiting for Ulrica, until she finally arrived. ""Fraulein, it is a pleasure to see you again."" she informed Ulrica, taking her hands in her own and kissing her on both cheeks. ""How was your trip here, has Wolfia been treating you well?"" she proceeded to tell Ulrica all the latest gossip. Ulvenes was the one nation that could put her in a euphoric mood."
9205,"Orbis personalis: Battle of Wills (IC, OPEN)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322566&start=75,2014-12-22T17:48:00,Ulvenes,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Grey Wolf <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322566&amp;p=22881104#p22881104"">wrote</a>:</cite>The bipolar personification stood in the entrance hall, waiting for Ulrica, until she finally arrived. ""Fraulein, it is a pleasure to see you again."" she informed Ulrica, taking her hands in her own and kissing her on both cheeks. ""How was your trip here, has Wolfia been treating you well?"" she proceeded to tell Ulrica all the latest gossip. Ulvenes was the one nation that could put her in a euphoric mood.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Ulrica smiled and couldn't help but giggle at the greeting gesture Lupina gave to her. It was certainly strange to say the least, but then again all Europeans were. One of the many reasons why she liked the America's, except for South America which contained a Nazi-Wannabe that always made her laugh and shake her head in disappointment. How embarrassed Hitler must be to see what his ideologies gave birth to. ""It's a pleasure to meet you again too friend. The trip was a bit cruel, we wolves were never ones for sailing. How our navy can do it astonishes me."" She said and giggled once more. ""As far as your nations treatment, I haven't really been in one spot long enough to be treated. But it is beautiful from what I've seen."" She continued, her fluffy white tail swaying slowly from side to side."
9206,"Orbis personalis: Battle of Wills (IC, OPEN)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322566&start=75,2019-01-20T23:44:00,Alegeharia,"Lego wiggles under a pile of ashes and stretches pushing up with his arms grunting feeling heavy beam on his on his back, he checks his equipment most of it broken and unusable, he turns falling back down onto the ground pushing the burnt timber up and shimming past it letting it drop just inches in front of his ears. They twitch in response making sure they were still intact sitting up slowly with a groan he looks around at his friends, most of them dead or just piles of ash. As he gets up he wobbles trying to keep his balance and looks around what used to be this realms form on a congress. The entire building was dusty and charred, empty and seemingly devoid of life. Lego huffs slowly then heads towards the door looking outside. The terrain was no worse but no better then the building. Everything was dead or dying. Just what happened here and why? Where did everyone go and what went wrong? Lego was determined to find out as he clutched his side stepping outside for what felt like the first time in forever."
9207,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624,2014-12-05T16:00:00,Draica,"Chaos! The Galaxy has just been thunderstruck by the newly risen Galactic Empire. Many planets across the galaxy were being surpressed and crushed by the Empire, and any hint of disobdience would be taken as rebellion, which would not spell good news for those partaking in such acts. The newly risen Darth Vader has struck fear into the hearts of thousands, becoming an intergalactic symbol of authority. With the purge of the Jedi Order, many in the galaxy lost hope and submitted to the Empire's dastardly rule. However, the Empire did not count on one thing, before Vadeer could slay the Seperatist Council they were tipped off and all escaped back to their respective planets. In all planets except Mygeeto and Kashyyyk, the Empire was beat back by unexpected reinforcements. This would cause a headache to the Emperor and his empire.<br/><br/>Also to their advantage, they had their General Griveous back from the dead. He would eventually lead his legions against the empire. And the Dathomirian Nightsister Asajj Ventress also had returned from the shadows.<br/><br/>On the planet of Raxus Secundus(Capital of the Confederacy), the Seperatist Council gathered in a massive meeting room near the Seperatist Parilament buildingl. They knew here, on this obscure and lesser known planet, they'd be safe from prying eyes. Newt Gunray, the Chairman of the Seperatist Alliance, sat in his chair and looked at all the members of the Council before speaking. He was very obviously afraid and scared, evenmoreso that the Trade Federation's planets were in danger of being fired upon by the Galactic Empire. He finally gathered the courage to address the Council,<br/>""Gentlemen, we must strategize."" Gunray said, ""We must work for a way to defeat the empire before it gets too strong.""<br/>All of a sudden, before any other leader could be heard, footsteps would echo throughout the room. They would be coming from a figure who's hood was draped over their face, only a small image of their pale face appearing.<br/>""Asajj!"" Gunray said.<br/>""You leave the Empire to me and Griveous,"" She said, ""We'll handle them."" She said.<br/>""I want all Confederate Commanders to meet on General Griveous's Capital ship above Cato Neimodia. There you shall plan your next moves. As for the council, we are all to go our seperate ways until the next meeting. I will be on Cato Neimodia if any of you need me. Disperse."" He said.<br/>Ventress walked off to her transport, got on and blasted off to Griveous's ships over Cato Neimodia, as did Gunray. The rest of the seperatist leaders headed to the respective planets of their guilds under heavy droid escort.<br/><br/>OOC:<br/><br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322535"" rel=""nofollow"">OOC THREAD:</a>"
9208,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624,2014-12-05T16:47:00,Romus Maximus,"Dos sat in the command chair of the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Eternal Justice</span>and watched as the fleet he had been guarding went in for a landing. He had been guarding the fleet for a few weeks and now his contract had expired. As they split he headed towards the opposite side of the planet and headed to a hideout for the Jedi who lived."
9209,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624,2014-12-05T17:12:00,Capsland,"Tann walked through the crowded streets of Theed, the capital of Naboo. With his hood up he walked down to the market place. As he walked down the street he noticed many more stormtroopers then when he first arrived. They must've got wind of Naboo being sympathetic to the surviving Jedi, luckily Tann could evade them easily with his cloak. Tann finally got to to a small house in the inner city. He opened the door and walked through. With the door closing behind him he took off his cloak and took out his lightsabers, his own yellow one and his master's blue one, and began practising in the open space in the middle of his house. He was close to becoming a master at Ataru and his force tricks. He sensed dark presences but thought only of the stormtroopers as they were the only dark forces that he could think of that would be in the city."
9210,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624,2014-12-05T17:25:00,Nation of cool guys,"Grand Admiral Thrawn stood on the bridge of his new flagship, the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Chimeara</span>, one of the first Imperial-II class Star Destroyers built for the new Empire.<br/>""Captain Pellaeon, is the crew ready?"" Thrawn asked his trusted officer. ""Yes admiral, the crew is eager to begin our mission,"" replied Pellaeon.<br/>""Very well."" Thrawn answered. ""Alert Star Destroyers<span style=""font-style: italic"">Death's Head, Judicator, Inexorable, Stormhawk,</span>and<span style=""font-style: italic""> Nemesis</span>we will be deploying to Kuat shortly."" Captain Pellaeon saluted smartly and responded ""At once, admiral!"" and set off to carry out his orders.<br/><br/>Within the next ten minutes, Thrawn's fleet wheeled about and entered hyperspace for Kuat, only a few systems away"
9211,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624,2014-12-05T19:11:00,Nation of cool guys,"Emerging in space over Kuat, Thrawn browsed the current ship orders for the Empire. He personally placed an order for a squadron of 20 starfighters, and then viewed what soldiers were stationed on Kuat. He almost closed the record, but came upon one that interested in. Thrawn opened the file, and called Captain Pellaeon over. ""Look at this,"" Thrawn said. Pellaeon glimpsed at the file and his expression turned to one of surprise. ""Are you thinking of bringing his squad in?"" Pellaeon asked. ""Given his track record, which is obviously nothing short of impressive, I believe we should. Have him flown up here to meet me in two standard hours."" Thrawn ordered. ""At once, sir"" said Pellaeon, saluting and walking over to the comms panel.<br/><br/>Pellaeon opened a comm channel to the clone commander in question, Alpha-15.<br/><br/>Communication: Captain Pellaeon to Alpha-15<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">""ARC Captain Alpha-15, this is Captain Pellaeon of the Chimeara. Grand Admiral Thrawn wishes to meet with you in two hours. Please arrange a shuttle to transport you to our ship within that time, we will transmit clearances to allow you to enter our landing bays shortly.""</blockquote>"
9212,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624,2014-12-05T19:19:00,Marsisian,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Raxus Secundus</span><br/><br/>General Insanus, nodding, went to his frigate and told the droid in charge of hyperspace travel to go above Cato Neimoidia. ""Droid, put the location to Cato Neimoidia. I must meet Grievous to plan our counteroffensives."" ""Roger that, sir. Entering coordinates now."" As he just got into his quarters, the ship immediately went into hyperspace."
9213,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624,2014-12-05T19:21:00,Yuketobaniac,fun. a star wars RP.
9214,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624,2014-12-05T20:25:00,Pantorrum,"Grievous had been in his private quarters, but had decided to go to the bridge to check on the situation of the fleet over Cato Neimodia.<br/>As he arrived, a commander droid approached, saluting the General.<br/><br/>""Sir, all vessels are in defensive positions over Cato Neimodia. Nothing short a full scale invasion has a chance of breaking our defensive blockade.""<br/><br/>""Excellent, we cannot have any Republic forces arriving here. What is the status on the Council, Commander?""<br/><br/>The Droid commander held up his data pad, appearing as if he was scratching his head.<br/>""Uhh, sir, it seems we failed to inform you, bus Assaj Ventress and Viceroy Gunray are heading to the planet.""<br/><br/>Grievous nearly knocked the droids head off, but showed restraint.<br/>""You insolent heap of scrap! Your next failure will be your last.""<br/><br/>He crept forward, peering at the ships commands.<br/>""All vessels, prepare for their arrival. We will accommodate them here. Assemble a squadron of droids in the hanger. I will meet them myself.""<br/><br/>He coughed, whipping around to head out. He pushed the commander out of his way, forcing the droid to grab the rail in order to not fall over...<br/><br/>Meanwhile, a squadron of B1 Battle Droids awaited in the hanger while 2 Magna Guards followed Grievous to the hanger..."
9215,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624,2014-12-06T09:33:00,Draica,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">General Griveous's capital ship</span></span><br/><br/>Asajj Ventress's transport came out of hyperspace over Cato Neimodia. The transport slowly drifted around over the green planet as Ventress looked out one of the windows, gazing upon the spectacal from above. She then snapped away from her staring and diverted her gaze towards the pilot.<br/>""Bring us into the hangar,"" She commanded.<br/>""Roger, roger,"" The droid pilot said. The transport eventually pulled into the hanger and it's ramp departed from it's cover. Ventress walked down the ramp and saw Griveous standing with his guards.<br/>""General,"" She said mockingly, ""I see you've assembled a little party for me.. Hm?"" She said, looking at him with a grin.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Newt Gunray, Cato Neimodia</span></span><br/><br/>Nute gunray's shuttle came out of hyperspace and sped down towards Cato Neimodia. Once it was in the surface, it headed towards his citadel which had been restored from Republic attacks. His shuttle landed outside the citadel and he exited the shuttle, escorted by two B2-Super battle droids. He eventually entered it, this would be his base of operations against the empire."
9216,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624,2014-12-06T09:54:00,Pantorrum,"Grievous snickered.<br/>""Not for you, Ventress. I was expecting the Viceroy as well but I suppose that wasn't the plan. Follow me..."" He coughed, as he snapped around heading toward the door. The droids waited for Ventress to follow, then they would march behind. The Magna Guards stayed close to Grievous as always.<br/>""There is much to discuss. For example, I want to find Obi Wan Kenobi...it is his turn to die."""
9217,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624,2014-12-06T11:55:00,Need a Name,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nation of cool guys <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22690594#p22690594"">wrote</a>:</cite>Emerging in space over Kuat, Thrawn browsed the current ship orders for the Empire. He personally placed an order for a squadron of 20 starfighters, and then viewed what soldiers were stationed on Kuat. He almost closed the record, but came upon one that interested in. Thrawn opened the file, and called Captain Pellaeon over. ""Look at this,"" Thrawn said. Pellaeon glimpsed at the file and his expression turned to one of surprise. ""Are you thinking of bringing his squad in?"" Pellaeon asked. ""Given his track record, which is obviously nothing short of impressive, I believe we should. Have him flown up here to meet me in two standard hours."" Thrawn ordered. ""At once, sir"" said Pellaeon, saluting and walking over to the comms panel.<br/><br/>Pellaeon opened a comm channel to the clone commander in question, Alpha-15.<br/><br/>Communication: Captain Pellaeon to Alpha-15<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">""ARC Captain Alpha-15, this is Captain Pellaeon of the Chimeara. Grand Admiral Thrawn wishes to meet with you in two hours. Please arrange a shuttle to transport you to our ship within that time, we will transmit clearances to allow you to enter our landing bays shortly.""</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/>Blind Side woke up at his usual time in the barracks on Kuat to the alarm of a message. He looked over and grabbed his com: the message was from Admiral Thrawn. He quickly read over the message a couple times then sent out a reply.<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>To: Captian Pallaeon<br/>From: Alpha-15<br/>Encryption: High<br/>Captain Pallaeon,<br/><br/>I apologize greatly for the late response, I don't know how but I just now noticed the message. My men will be on your ship in one hour. I will insure that I will never be late to respond again. Please tell the admiral that I am sorry, and it will NEVER happen again. </div></blockquote><br/><br/>Blind side quickly went into the rest of the barracks to awake his men,""EVERYBODY UP NOW, YOU WILL BE READY TO LIVE KUAT IN FIVE MINUTES, AM I UNDERSTOOD?!"" Alpha-15 yelled. ""SIR, YES SIR,"" his men replied as they gathered their clothing. Alpha-15 when back into his room and put on his armor with speed and skill. Within five minutes Captain Blind Side and his squad were packed and ready to go. The team got a nearby gunship to give them a ride to Admiral Thrawn's Imperial-II class start destroyer. Soon the gunship transmitted the clearance codes and landed in the shuttle-bay. The gunship's doors slid open and Blind Side walked up to the awaiting Captain Pallaeon and saluted,""Captain, Alpha-15 and squad reporting as ordered, Captain!"""
9218,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624,2014-12-06T12:01:00,Nation of cool guys,"<blockquote><div><cite>Need a name <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22697194#p22697194"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Nation of cool guys <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22690594#p22690594"">wrote</a>:</cite>Emerging in space over Kuat, Thrawn browsed the current ship orders for the Empire. He personally placed an order for a squadron of 20 starfighters, and then viewed what soldiers were stationed on Kuat. He almost closed the record, but came upon one that interested in. Thrawn opened the file, and called Captain Pellaeon over. ""Look at this,"" Thrawn said. Pellaeon glimpsed at the file and his expression turned to one of surprise. ""Are you thinking of bringing his squad in?"" Pellaeon asked. ""Given his track record, which is obviously nothing short of impressive, I believe we should. Have him flown up here to meet me in two standard hours."" Thrawn ordered. ""At once, sir"" said Pellaeon, saluting and walking over to the comms panel.<br/><br/>Pellaeon opened a comm channel to the clone commander in question, Alpha-15.<br/><br/>Communication: Captain Pellaeon to Alpha-15<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">""ARC Captain Alpha-15, this is Captain Pellaeon of the Chimeara. Grand Admiral Thrawn wishes to meet with you in two hours. Please arrange a shuttle to transport you to our ship within that time, we will transmit clearances to allow you to enter our landing bays shortly.""</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/>Blind Side woke up at his usual time in the barracks on Kuat to the alarm of a message. He looked over and grabbed his com: the message was from Admiral Thrawn. He quickly read over the message a couple times then sent out a reply.<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>To: Captian Pallaeon<br/>From: Alpha-15<br/>Encryption: High<br/>Captain Pallaeon,<br/><br/>I apologize greatly for the late response, I don't know how but I just now noticed the message. My men will be on your ship in one hour. I will insure that I will never be late to respond again. Please tell the admiral that I am sorry, and it will NEVER happen again. </div></blockquote><br/><br/>Blind side quickly went into the rest of the barracks to awake his men,""EVERYBODY UP NOW, YOU WILL BE READY TO LIVE KUAT IN FIVE MINUTES, AM I UNDERSTOOD?!"" Alpha-15 yelled. ""SIR, YES SIR,"" his men replied as they gathered their clothing. Alpha-15 when back into his room and put on his armor with speed and skill. Within five minutes Captain Blind Side and his squad were packed and ready to go. The team got a nearby gunship to give them a ride to Admiral Thrawn's Imperial-II class start destroyer. Soon the gunship transmitted the clearance codes and landed in the shuttle-bay. The gunship's doors slid open and Blind Side walked up to the awaiting Captain Pallaeon and saluted,""Captain, Alpha-15 and squad reporting as ordered, Captain!""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Captain Pellaeon returned the salute, and said ""The Admiral is waiting, please follow me."" With that, he turned smartly and lead the way to a door on the opposite side of the landing bay. The captain opened the door and led Alpha-15 and his men into a large conference chamber, where Thrawn waited at the head of the table.<br/>Thrawn looked up at Alpha-15. ""Ah, commander, so good of you to join us."" Thrawn said. ""I have a proposition for you.<br/>I don't know what the command chain was thinking, posting such an obviously skilled squad such as yours on patrol duty in a shipyard. I would like to recruit your men into my own fleet to act as a special forces group. You and your squads wages would raise considerably, of course."" Thrawn stopped there and regarded the ARC Captain. ""What do you say?"""
9219,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624,2014-12-06T12:16:00,Need a Name,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nation of cool guys <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22697273#p22697273"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Need a name <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22697194#p22697194"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Blind Side woke up at his usual time in the barracks on Kuat to the alarm of a message. He looked over and grabbed his com: the message was from Admiral Thrawn. He quickly read over the message a couple times then sent out a reply.<br/><br/><br/><br/>Blind side quickly went into the rest of the barracks to awake his men,""EVERYBODY UP NOW, YOU WILL BE READY TO LIVE KUAT IN FIVE MINUTES, AM I UNDERSTOOD?!"" Alpha-15 yelled. ""SIR, YES SIR,"" his men replied as they gathered their clothing. Alpha-15 when back into his room and put on his armor with speed and skill. Within five minutes Captain Blind Side and his squad were packed and ready to go. The team got a nearby gunship to give them a ride to Admiral Thrawn's Imperial-II class start destroyer. Soon the gunship transmitted the clearance codes and landed in the shuttle-bay. The gunship's doors slid open and Blind Side walked up to the awaiting Captain Pallaeon and saluted,""Captain, Alpha-15 and squad reporting as ordered, Captain!""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Captain Pellaeon returned the salute, and said ""The Admiral is waiting, please follow me."" With that, he turned smartly and lead the way to a door on the opposite side of the landing bay. The captain opened the door and led Alpha-15 and his men into a large conference chamber, where Thrawn waited at the head of the table.<br/>Thrawn looked up at Alpha-15. ""Ah, commander, so good of you to join us."" Thrawn said. ""I have a proposition for you.<br/>I don't know what the command chain was thinking, posting such an obviously skilled squad such as yours on patrol duty in a shipyard. I would like to recruit your men into my own fleet to act as a special forces group. You and your squads wages would raise considerably, of course."" Thrawn stopped there and regarded the ARC Captain. ""What do you say?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Alpha-15 looked behind and at his men to see what they were thinking. Although they were tough, hardened soldiers, he knew their facial expressions, mainly because they were also his own. He concluded that his squad was most definitely looking for a mission and a pay raise, ""Sir, we accept your proposition. We need some action, the last time we saw action is when to droids ran into each other."" Alpha-15 smiled,""What are your orders?"""
9220,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624,2014-12-06T12:24:00,Dark realm of despair,"Spar stood on the observation deck of the space dock, observing the final modifications being added to his new vessel. The vessel in question used to be a Lictor-class dungeon ship, suited for transport of soldiers, supplies, and prisoners. But it could hardly be called a Lictor-class now. With the new heavy shields, ten quad turbolaser batteries added to the original ten, one of the two tractor beams upgraded to a much more robust model, and new navigation systems being installed, it was nothing close to the old prison ship it had been. But a prison ship it was, and nothing could change that. The only difference was that, besides the new modifications to it, half the standard holding cells (4,000 out of 8,000) had been converted into cargo space, nearly tripling its cargo and supply capacity. The special holding cells, 1,000 of them, had been left alone. These 'special' cells, properly named, were equipped to hold a force sensitive individual, such as a Jedi or Sith, and effectively neutralized their force abilities.<br/><br/>Spar was jerked out of reminiscing when his faithful lieutenant walked into the observation deck.<br/>""Mandalore, the last of the cells are being converted now, and your two captains have returned."" Said the Lieutenant. ""And were they successful in their mission?"" Spar asked. The Lieutenant grinned and said, ""See for yourself."" As he said this, two large craft came into view in front of the observation deck. Spar exhaled in slight awe. ""The M22-T Krayt Gunships....."" He said, half to himself. ""It's nothing compared to the fleet our ancestors commanded,"" the Lieutenant said. ""But it is a good beginning to the revival of Mandalore.""<br/>Spar struck the wall with his hand suddenly. ""Are we reduced to this? Pirates, saboteurs, growing our fleet and territory by subterfuge? And now that this 'Empire' has taken the place of the Old Republic, I have little doubt we will fall."" The lieutenant stood for a moment, and gulped. ""Mandalore.... Would you perhaps consider an allegiance with this new Empire? They obviously stand against the ideals of our adversary of old, the Old Republic...."" Spar stood a moment, and considered this.<br/><br/>""Go on."" Spar said, turning to face the Lieutenant. The Lieutenant continued. ""If we were to ally ourselves, we could cease worrying about a war on two fronts, and perhaps they would grant us access to shipyards, and we could open trade as well. We could revive the Ancient Mandalorian way of life much easier, with an allegiance.""<br/><br/>Spar stood for awhile, contemplating this. The Lieutenant saw his chance, and added, almost as an afterthought, ""And with the help of this 'Empire...."" You would be able to hunt the remaining Jedi, and settle our debts of old.""<br/><br/><br/>Spar stiffened upon hearing the word 'Jedi', and gripped the rail tighter.<br/><br/>""Yes..."" He said, haltingly. ""Send word to our new Gunships. We're going to pay this 'Empire' a visit. Bring some of our finest goods for trade, as well.""<br/><br/>The Lieutenant smiled, and said ""I will arrange a shuttle at once. Your new flagship should be complete."""
9221,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624,2014-12-06T12:27:00,Marsisian,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Above Cato Neimoidia</span><br/><br/>Insanus, above the planet, went into his Consular-class cruiser and went to Grievous' ship. Landing in the hangar bay, he displayed irritation and contempt for the droids. ""Why must the Confederate military have to be made up of these bumbling idiots? They can't shoot the broad side of a capital ship for their life."""
9222,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624,2014-12-06T12:32:00,Nation of cool guys,"<blockquote><div><cite>Need a name <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22697444#p22697444"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Nation of cool guys <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22697273#p22697273"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Captain Pellaeon returned the salute, and said ""The Admiral is waiting, please follow me."" With that, he turned smartly and lead the way to a door on the opposite side of the landing bay. The captain opened the door and led Alpha-15 and his men into a large conference chamber, where Thrawn waited at the head of the table.<br/>Thrawn looked up at Alpha-15. ""Ah, commander, so good of you to join us."" Thrawn said. ""I have a proposition for you.<br/>I don't know what the command chain was thinking, posting such an obviously skilled squad such as yours on patrol duty in a shipyard. I would like to recruit your men into my own fleet to act as a special forces group. You and your squads wages would raise considerably, of course."" Thrawn stopped there and regarded the ARC Captain. ""What do you say?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Alpha-15 looked behind and at his men to see what they were thinking. Although they were tough, hardened soldiers, he knew their facial expressions, mainly because they were also his own. He concluded that his squad was most definitely looking for a mission and a pay raise, ""Sir, we accept your proposition. We need some action, the last time we saw action is when to droids ran into each other."" Alpha-15 smiled,""What are your orders?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Excellent,"" Thrawn said. He turned to Pellaeon and said ""Inform the shuttle that they may return to its patrol duty. Prepare our fleet for departure.""<br/>Pellaeon saluted and said, ""At once, Admiral. What course shall we set?"" Thrawn looked up and replied, ""I have word from... Certain contacts, that Naboo considers itself sympathetic to Jedi. I find it likely that they are harboring at least some Jedi. Set your course for Naboo.""<br/><br/>Captain Pellaeon replied, ""As you order, Admiral."" And strode out of the room.<br/><br/>Thrawn turned again to Alpha-15, saying ""You and your men's first mission will be to search a certain city on Naboo for Jedi. I expect you to take any Jedi you find, alive.""<br/><br/>As Thrawn spoke, out the viewport, the stars turned to streaks of brilliant light as the fleet entered Hyperspace for Naboo"
9223,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624,2014-12-06T12:49:00,Draica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Marsisian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22697580#p22697580"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Above Cato Neimoidia</span><br/><br/>Insanus, above the planet, went into his Consular-class cruiser and went to Grievous' ship. Landing in the hangar bay, he displayed irritation and contempt for the droids. ""Why must the Confederate military have to be made up of these bumbling idiots? They can't shoot the broad side of a capital ship for their life.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Ah, General,"" Ventress said, looking back. ""Come with me and General Griveous, Mr Insanus."" Asajj looked to Griveous, ""Now, what will our first move against the Empire be?"
9224,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624,2014-12-06T13:35:00,Nation of cool guys,"Thanks to the powerful hyperdrives of the Imperial-I and Imperial-II class Star Destroyers, Thrawn's fleet arrived at Naboo after a short period of time.<br/>Thrawn summoned Alpha-15 back to the meeting room.<br/>""Captain Blindside, I expect you to understand this mission after this briefing, and I do not plan on repeating myself."" Thrawn walked over to the large computer screen on the wall and pulled up a top down view of Theed, capital of Naboo.<br/>""I expect the Jedi is living somewhere in Theed. I will be sending down one platoon of stormtroopers to the Royal Palace to make the queen aware of the situation. In the confusion my main platoon will create upon landing I expect you to infiltrate the city and find this Jedi, and bring him to me ALIVE. Is that understood?"""
9225,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624,2014-12-06T13:37:00,Need a Name,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nation of cool guys <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22698342#p22698342"">wrote</a>:</cite>Thanks to the powerful hyperdrives of the Imperial-I and Imperial-II class Star Destroyers, Thrawn's fleet arrived at Naboo after a short period of time.<br/>Thrawn summoned Alpha-15 back to the meeting room.<br/>""Captain Blindside, I expect you to understand this mission after this briefing, and I do not plan on repeating myself."" Thrawn walked over to the large computer screen on the wall and pulled up a top down view of Theed, capital of Naboo.<br/>""I expect the Jedi is living somewhere in Theed. I will be sending down one platoon of stormtroopers to the Royal Palace to make the queen aware of the situation. In the confusion my main platoon will create upon landing I expect you to infiltrate the city and find this Jedi, and bring him to me ALIVE. Is that understood?""</div></blockquote><br/>""Yes, admiral, it is understood. We will capture the jedi alive,"" Alpha-15 said at attention,""We are ready."""
9226,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624,2014-12-06T13:42:00,Nation of cool guys,"<blockquote><div><cite>Need a name <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22698374#p22698374"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Nation of cool guys <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22698342#p22698342"">wrote</a>:</cite>Thanks to the powerful hyperdrives of the Imperial-I and Imperial-II class Star Destroyers, Thrawn's fleet arrived at Naboo after a short period of time.<br/>Thrawn summoned Alpha-15 back to the meeting room.<br/>""Captain Blindside, I expect you to understand this mission after this briefing, and I do not plan on repeating myself."" Thrawn walked over to the large computer screen on the wall and pulled up a top down view of Theed, capital of Naboo.<br/>""I expect the Jedi is living somewhere in Theed. I will be sending down one platoon of stormtroopers to the Royal Palace to make the queen aware of the situation. In the confusion my main platoon will create upon landing I expect you to infiltrate the city and find this Jedi, and bring him to me ALIVE. Is that understood?""</div></blockquote><br/>""Yes, admiral, it is understood. We will capture the jedi alive,"" Alpha-15 said at attention,""We are ready.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Thrawn smiled. ""Good man"" he said. He then activated his communicator. ""Captain Pellaeon, give the order to deploy the platoon. Make absolutely sure there is no shooting, unless the Naboo start it.""<br/><br/>Shortly after, two shuttles deployed from the five Star Destroyers in orbit. They blazed through the atmosphere and hovered above the city of Theed. They then deployed ten jet troopers each to the Town square.<br/>The troopers formed up in the square and they then marched to the palace."
9227,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624,2014-12-06T13:48:00,Marsisian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Draica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22697842#p22697842"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Marsisian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22697580#p22697580"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Above Cato Neimoidia</span><br/><br/>Insanus, above the planet, went into his Consular-class cruiser and went to Grievous' ship. Landing in the hangar bay, he displayed irritation and contempt for the droids. ""Why must the Confederate military have to be made up of these bumbling idiots? They can't shoot the broad side of a capital ship for their life.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Ah, General,"" Ventress said, looking back. ""Come with me and General Griveous, Mr Insanus."" Asajj looked to Griveous, ""Now, what will our first move against the Empire be?</div></blockquote><br/>Insanus walked over to the two commanders and took out a map of the galaxy showing the current situation between the CIS and Empire. ""I'm going to try and get more planets over to our side. Naboo, although the Trade Federation invaded the planet some time ago, might seem like it would side with us over the Empire. That will be my main goal. I'm going to be leaving now to start the negotiations early.""<br/><br/>Walking back over to his ship, he got inside and back into his flagship. ""Where should we go, sir?"" A droid asked. ""We are going to the planet of Naboo. I'm going to try and get the planet over to our cause."" ""Roger roger, sir."" Instantly, the flotilla jumped into hyperspace to the system."
9228,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624,2014-12-06T14:04:00,Dark realm of despair,"Spar stood on the bridge of his flagship, which he named The Reborn, watching the stars fly by in hyperspace.<br/>""Lieutenant. What is the nearest system with an Imperial Fleet in it?""<br/>The Lieutenant snapped to attention and said, ""Based on our current course, the planet of Naboo. Long range scans pick up six large vessels of the Imperial-class. It's not too much of a deviation of our current course.""<br/>Spar pondered this for a moment, and asked ""Who commands that fleet?""<br/>""We are unable to tell at this distance. Shall we altar course?"" Replied the Lieutenant.<br/>""We shall."" Spar replied.<br/>The large Lictor-class and the two M22-T gunships altered course, now headed for Naboo and the unsuspecting Admiral Thrawn."
9229,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624,2014-12-06T14:12:00,Nation of cool guys,"The platoon on the surface of Naboo, having delivered the news on the current situation to the Queen, have split off into 10-man squads to comb the streets for the Jedi.<br/>Another two heavy shuttles landed after the troops split up, each to deliver a 15-man squad of Black-Armored stormtroopers. Equipped with jetpacks and heavy armor and blaster rifles, the 30 Darktroopers moved into the Palace and placed the Queen under guard.<br/>It has been publicly announced that if any Jedi do not reveal themselves, the Queen may be taken prisoner or even executed."
9230,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624,2014-12-06T14:22:00,Need a Name,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nation of cool guys <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22698445#p22698445"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Need a name <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22698374#p22698374"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Yes, admiral, it is understood. We will capture the jedi alive,"" Alpha-15 said at attention,""We are ready.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Thrawn smiled. ""Good man"" he said. He then activated his communicator. ""Captain Pellaeon, give the order to deploy the platoon. Make absolutely sure there is no shooting, unless the Naboo start it.""<br/><br/>Shortly after, two shuttles deployed from the five Star Destroyers in orbit. They blazed through the atmosphere and hovered above the city of Theed. They then deployed ten jet troopers each to the Town square. <br/>The troopers formed up in the square and they then marched to the palace.</div></blockquote><br/>After the jet troopers had begun storming the palace Blind Side's squad landed in the main square. The gunships sliding doors opened and Alpha-15's squad walked out. ""Trooper,"" he said to one of storm trooper officers,""I want a command base set up around this gunship. Also, I want you to call in for the materials for turrets at these locations,"" Alpha-15 pointed at several above ground strategic locations.<br/><br/>""One more thing, make sure that God forsaken Jedi doesn't catch you by surprise.""<br/><br/>Blind Side turned around to find his squad had already set up a table with a map of Theed. ""We won't be needing this, men, I know how to get the Jedi.""<br/><br/>""Officer,""Blind Side said to the trooper in command,""I need you to gather 20 civilians, preferably women and children, and put them in the middle of the square. Then, set up the turrets as I instructed before.""<br/><br/>""Yes, sir,"" the trooper replied. The officer then told some men to herd twenty women and children into the middle of the square. Alpha-15 then called Admiral Thrawn to tell him of his plan."
9231,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624,2014-12-06T14:22:00,Nation of cool guys,"In the square outside the Royal Palace, the squad of 30 Darktroopers has escorted the Queen to the middle of the square, along with the civilians already there. The platoon of regulars has also returned and surrounded the entire square.<br/>One Darktrooper with a blaze orange shoulder pauldron adresses the large gathering crowd:<br/>""Citizens of Theed, I speak for the Empire. The Emperor has ordered the imprisonment of all Jedi, and we have good reason to believe at least one Jedi is living here in Theed. We ask that you cooperate, or things will get messy. If you know the Jedi, or believe to have information on the Jedi, please surrender this information to one of the troopers at once. If the Jedi does not make himself present, the Queen, and possible some of these civilians, will be executed before you."
9232,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=25,2014-12-06T14:25:00,Nation of cool guys,"<blockquote><div><cite>Need a name <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22698883#p22698883"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Nation of cool guys <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22698445#p22698445"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Thrawn smiled. ""Good man"" he said. He then activated his communicator. ""Captain Pellaeon, give the order to deploy the platoon. Make absolutely sure there is no shooting, unless the Naboo start it.""<br/><br/>Shortly after, two shuttles deployed from the five Star Destroyers in orbit. They blazed through the atmosphere and hovered above the city of Theed. They then deployed ten jet troopers each to the Town square. <br/>The troopers formed up in the square and they then marched to the palace.</div></blockquote><br/>After the jet troopers had begun storming the palace Blind Side's squad landed in the main square. The gunships sliding doors opened and Alpha-15's squad walked out. ""Trooper,"" he said to one of storm trooper officers,""I want a command base set up around this gunship. Also, I want you to call in for the materials for turrets at these locations,"" Alpha-15 pointed at several above ground strategic locations. <br/><br/>""One more thing, make sure that God forsaken Jedi doesn't catch you by surprise."" <br/><br/>Blind Side turned around to find his squad had already set up a table with a map of Theed. ""We won't be needing this, men, I know how to get the Jedi.""<br/><br/>""Officer,""Blind Side said to the trooper in command,""I need you to gather 20 civilians, preferably women and children, and put them in the middle of the square. Then, set up the turrets as I instructed before.""<br/><br/>""Yes, sir,"" the trooper replied. The officer then told some men to herd twenty women and children into the middle of the square. Alpha-15 then called Admiral Thrawn to tell him of his plan.</div></blockquote><br/>Thrawn smiled when he got the message. ""Don't worry Blindside, I already had something similar in mind. Carry on, and keep me informed."""
9233,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=25,2014-12-06T14:27:00,Capsland,"Tann herd the commotion outside, he put his lightsabers on this belt and put on his cloak, covering his face and lightsabers. He made his way the the central square and merged with the crowd. Seeing the Queen and the civilians all chained up. He looked at the Queen, who was looking at him slightly shaking her head to tell Tann not to reveal himself. He was taught not to get close to anyone by the Jedi, but he couldn't help himself being emotionally attached to her after all that she had done. He walked through the crowd to the front and waited."
9234,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=25,2014-12-06T14:31:00,Need a Name,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nation of cool guys <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22698909#p22698909"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Need a name <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22698883#p22698883"">wrote</a>:</cite>After the jet troopers had begun storming the palace Blind Side's squad landed in the main square. The gunships sliding doors opened and Alpha-15's squad walked out. ""Trooper,"" he said to one of storm trooper officers,""I want a command base set up around this gunship. Also, I want you to call in for the materials for turrets at these locations,"" Alpha-15 pointed at several above ground strategic locations. <br/><br/>""One more thing, make sure that God forsaken Jedi doesn't catch you by surprise."" <br/><br/>Blind Side turned around to find his squad had already set up a table with a map of Theed. ""We won't be needing this, men, I know how to get the Jedi.""<br/><br/>""Officer,""Blind Side said to the trooper in command,""I need you to gather 20 civilians, preferably women and children, and put them in the middle of the square. Then, set up the turrets as I instructed before.""<br/><br/>""Yes, sir,"" the trooper replied. The officer then told some men to herd twenty women and children into the middle of the square. Alpha-15 then called Admiral Thrawn to tell him of his plan.</div></blockquote><br/>Thrawn smiled when he got the message. ""Don't worry Blindside, I already had something similar in mind. Carry on, and keep me informed.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Yes, sir, admiral."" Blind Side turned off the com.<br/><br/>""I want troopers at those strategic points I mentioned earlier until we get those turrets. Make sure they're crack shots, no newbies,"" Alpha-15 ordered. He then began to supervise the building of the temporary HQ."
9235,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=25,2014-12-06T14:32:00,Nation of cool guys,"Thrawn opened a channel to all troopers in the square<br/>""Blindside, I'm sure the Jedi has noticed this commotion by now. I want you to shoot the queen at close range with a stun bolt. It'll look like a real death to everybody concerned. I want all other troopers to set your weapons to stun, and be ready. Blindside, you may procede"""
9236,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=25,2014-12-06T14:37:00,Need a Name,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nation of cool guys <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22699003#p22699003"">wrote</a>:</cite>Thrawn opened a channel to all troopers in the square<br/>""Blindside, I'm sure the Jedi has noticed this commotion by now. I want you to shoot the queen at close range with a stun bolt. It'll look like a real death to everybody concerned. I want all other troopers to set your weapons to stun, and be ready. Blindside, you may procede""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Yes, sir, admiral,"" Blind Side then turned his blaster to stun, then ordered the rest of the troopers there to do the same. ""Hand me the queen!"" Blind Side yelled a little louder to make sure the potential Jedi could hear/sense. Two guards walked up holding the queen by the arms. Alpha-15 grabbed the queen by the arm, relieving the two troopers, and took to the center.<br/><br/>""This is what happens, to those who defy the EMPIRE!"" Blind Side kicked the queen onto the ground and shot her in the back. The queen went limp.<br/><br/>""If any of you consider rebellion, you, your family, and every God forsaken person you know will share the queen's fate!"" The crowd was in shock, several women began to sob, but most were in utter disbelief.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Good, but will it trick the Jedi?</span>Blind Side thought to himself."
9237,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=25,2014-12-06T14:44:00,Nation of cool guys,"Several shuttles appear over the square, flying low. One lands in the center and several ARC troopers come out. Ten of the Darktroopers drag the apparently-dead queen into the shuttle, which begins to take off."
9238,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=25,2014-12-06T14:53:00,Capsland,"<blockquote><div><cite>Need a name <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22699086#p22699086"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Nation of cool guys <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22699003#p22699003"">wrote</a>:</cite>Thrawn opened a channel to all troopers in the square<br/>""Blindside, I'm sure the Jedi has noticed this commotion by now. I want you to shoot the queen at close range with a stun bolt. It'll look like a real death to everybody concerned. I want all other troopers to set your weapons to stun, and be ready. Blindside, you may procede""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Yes, sir, admiral,"" Blind Side then turned his blaster to stun, then ordered the rest of the troopers there to do the same. ""Hand me the queen!"" Blind Side yelled a little louder to make sure the potential Jedi could hear/sense. Two guards walked up holding the queen by the arms. Alpha-15 grabbed the queen by the arm, relieving the two troopers, and took to the center. <br/><br/>""This is what happens, to those who defy the EMPIRE!"" Blind Side kicked the queen onto the ground and shot her in the back. The queen went limp. <br/><br/>""If any of you consider rebellion, you, your family, and every God forsaken person you know will share the queen's fate!"" The crowd was in shock, several women began to sob, but most were in utter disbelief. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Good, but will it trick the Jedi?</span> Blind Side thought to himself.</div></blockquote><br/>Tann saw the stormtrooper shoot the Queen but it didn't seem right, he sensed some sort of trickery but he wasn't sure. He whispered to a man next to him. ""You are feeling very angry about this, you will get the crowd to start fighting the Empire, you will also destroy the defences"" The man put his head up and showed no emotion, he was under the influence of the force. He got up to a small platform and shouted ""Revenge!"". This was enough to get the crowd angry at the Empire and start rioting. They were outmatched but had the numbers, they quickly swarmed the stormtroopers guarding but it wouldn't last long. Tann had a tear down his face and he put his head up, with his cloak still on and everyone around him fighting he put his hands up and force pushed the stormtroopers away from the Queen, including Blindside. But it was too late, the Queen was already on the shuttle flying away. he shouted ""Nooooo!"" and threw his yellow lightsaber at the engine of the shuttle bringing it down. He then force jumped onto a rooftop with his cloak falling off. ""Is this what you want!? Am I the one you are looking for!?"" He was crying but didn't let him drop his focus. Both of his lightsabers were ignited, Yellow in the left and Ki Adi Mundi's blue lightsaber in the right."
9239,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=25,2014-12-06T14:55:00,Dark realm of despair,"Spar watched the stars stop flying by as his small fleet exited Hyperspace. He took in the view of the planet Naboo below, which looked quite beautiful. He then switched his gaze to the six Star Destroyers in orbit, and took a quick breath.<br/>""Open a channel"" he ordered.<br/>""At once, Mandalore"" answered a crewman.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Transmission to the commander of the Imperial Fleet:<br/>Admiral, I am Mandalore the Resurrector. I would seek an alliance with the Empire, if you would speak to me of it.<br/>I am prepared to meet with you onboard your vessel.</blockquote>"
9240,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=25,2014-12-06T14:59:00,Nation of cool guys,"From several rooftops, multiple groups of Darktroopers saw an individual use the force to push stormtroopers away. They brought their E-WEB Rifles to bear on the Jedi. The Darktrooper captain addressed the jedi, saying ""Put down your weapon if you want to live""<br/><br/>Meanwhile in the square below, the platoon of Stormtroopers were mowing down the civilians with their stun rifles. The battle could go either way."
9241,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=25,2014-12-06T15:01:00,Nation of cool guys,"Thrawn was slightly overwhelmed when the small Mandalorian fleet emerged form lightspace, and even more overwhelmed when the Mandalore himself was asking to form an alliance with the Empire.<br/><br/>He responded to the message, inviting the Mandalore to meet with him as soon as he liked."
9242,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=25,2014-12-06T15:02:00,Dark realm of despair,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nation of cool guys <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22699427#p22699427"">wrote</a>:</cite>Thrawn was slightly overwhelmed when the small Mandalorian fleet emerged form lightspace, and even more overwhelmed when the Mandalore himself was asking to form an alliance with the Empire.<br/><br/>He responded to the message, inviting the Mandalore to meet with him as soon as he liked.</div></blockquote><br/>Spar's shuttle left seconds after the response, and he landed in Thrawn's ship moments later.<br/><br/>He was surprised to see Thrawn himself waiting to greet him.<br/>""Admiral, it is a pleasure to meet you. I do hope we can forge a meaningful and long lasting alliance."""
9243,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=25,2014-12-06T15:04:00,Marsisian,"Arriving at the Naboo system, Insanus was shocked to find the Imperial fleet there already. Nevertheless, he continued on with his mission. ""Droid, open fire on the Imperial fleet and relay the order for my strike force to begin their landing outside Theed."" ""Roger that."" As the droid gave the others their orders on the announcer, he went into the hangar bay and into his shuttle, speeding out into the atmosphere."
9244,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=25,2014-12-06T15:05:00,Need a Name,"<blockquote><div><cite>Capsland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22699322#p22699322"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Need a name <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22699086#p22699086"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""Yes, sir, admiral,"" Blind Side then turned his blaster to stun, then ordered the rest of the troopers there to do the same. ""Hand me the queen!"" Blind Side yelled a little louder to make sure the potential Jedi could hear/sense. Two guards walked up holding the queen by the arms. Alpha-15 grabbed the queen by the arm, relieving the two troopers, and took to the center. <br/><br/>""This is what happens, to those who defy the EMPIRE!"" Blind Side kicked the queen onto the ground and shot her in the back. The queen went limp. <br/><br/>""If any of you consider rebellion, you, your family, and every God forsaken person you know will share the queen's fate!"" The crowd was in shock, several women began to sob, but most were in utter disbelief. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Good, but will it trick the Jedi?</span> Blind Side thought to himself.</div></blockquote><br/>Tann saw the stormtrooper shoot the Queen but it didn't seem right, he sensed some sort of trickery but he wasn't sure. He whispered to a man next to him. ""You are feeling very angry about this, you will get the crowd to start fighting the Empire, you will also destroy the defences"" The man put his head up and showed no emotion, he was under the influence of the force. He got up to a small platform and shouted ""Revenge!"". This was enough to get the crowd angry at the Empire and start rioting. They were outmatched but had the numbers, they quickly swarmed the stormtroopers guarding but it wouldn't last long. Tann had a tear down his face and he put his head up, with his cloak still on and everyone around him fighting he put his hands up and force pushed the stormtroopers away from the Queen, including Blindside. But it was too late, the Queen was already on the shuttle flying away. he shouted ""Nooooo!"" and threw his yellow lightsaber at the engine of the shuttle bringing it down. He then force jumped onto a rooftop with his cloak falling off. ""Is this what you want!? Am I the one you are looking for!?"" He was crying but didn't let him drop his focus. Both of his lightsabers were ignited, Yellow in the left and Ki Adi Mundi's blue lightsaber in the right.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Gah!"" Blind Side was pushed back by the Jedi. He then regained his balance and ran after the Jedi .""SHOOT THE REBELS!"" Blind Side shouted, then in his come he said,""Turn your stun off!"" The troopers turned off stun and started firing into the crowd. The rioters were massacred in droves, almost every blaster bolt fired from the ARC Troopers hit a rioter in the head, but there were too many. The troopers fell back under the protection of the strategically placed snipers and regrouped at the end of the square. After losing 60% of their numbers the rebels began to flee, just to be cut down by blaster bolts.<br/><br/>Blind Side began to fire at the Jedi while his back was turned. Secretly, Blind Side felt somewhat sympathetic to the Jedi, but sympathy was not equal to loyalty to the empire; Alpha-15 continued to fire."
9245,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=25,2014-12-06T15:08:00,Nation of cool guys,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dark realm of despair <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22699437#p22699437"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Nation of cool guys <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22699427#p22699427"">wrote</a>:</cite>Thrawn was slightly overwhelmed when the small Mandalorian fleet emerged form lightspace, and even more overwhelmed when the Mandalore himself was asking to form an alliance with the Empire.<br/><br/>He responded to the message, inviting the Mandalore to meet with him as soon as he liked.</div></blockquote><br/>Spar's shuttle left seconds after the response, and he landed in Thrawn's ship moments later.<br/><br/>He was surprised to see Thrawn himself waiting to greet him.<br/>""Admiral, it is a pleasure to meet you. I do hope we can forge a meaningful and long lasting alliance.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Thrawn was about to reply when his ship was rocked by incoming fire. He opened a channel to the bridge, yelling ""WHAT IN THE BLAZES IS GOING ON?!""<br/>The reply came shortly after: ""Seperatist Fleet, Admiral! We don't know where it came from!"" Thrawn turned to Mandalore, and said ""Let us forge this alliance through combat. Help us against these attackers, and consider the deal struck."""
9246,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=25,2014-12-06T15:09:00,Capsland,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nation of cool guys <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22699394#p22699394"">wrote</a>:</cite>From several rooftops, multiple groups of Darktroopers saw an individual use the force to push stormtroopers away. They brought their E-WEB Rifles to bear on the Jedi. The Darktrooper captain addressed the jedi, saying ""Put down your weapon if you want to live""<br/><br/>Meanwhile in the square below, the platoon of Stormtroopers were mowing down the civilians with their stun rifles. The battle could go either way.</div></blockquote><br/>Tann looked at the darktrooper captain. ""Never"". He threw his yellow lightsaber at the catpian, making it go straight through his chest, then he force pulled it back to him. He back flipped off the rooftop and began running down the compacted streets of Theed. Meanwhile the rioters were getting more and more angry as the storm troopers shot at them, then the royal guard came running out of the palace with their guns. Soon thee central plaza was filled with red and green laser bolts firing from everywhere. Tann luckily dodged the blasts from the Arc Troopers but only just."
9247,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=25,2014-12-06T15:11:00,Nation of cool guys,"Above the square, the low-flying shuttles brought their E-WEB blasters to bear on Tann, who was running through the compact streets. Extremely fast and furious laser fire came down on Tann as he bolted down the streets."
9248,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=25,2014-12-06T15:12:00,Dark realm of despair,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nation of cool guys <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22699502#p22699502"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Dark realm of despair <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22699437#p22699437"">wrote</a>:</cite>Spar's shuttle left seconds after the response, and he landed in Thrawn's ship moments later.<br/><br/>He was surprised to see Thrawn himself waiting to greet him.<br/>""Admiral, it is a pleasure to meet you. I do hope we can forge a meaningful and long lasting alliance.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Thrawn was about to reply when his ship was rocked by incoming fire. He opened a channel to the bridge, yelling ""WHAT IN THE BLAZES IS GOING ON?!""<br/>The reply came shortly after: ""Seperatist Fleet, Admiral! We don't know where it came from!"" Thrawn turned to Mandalore, and said ""Let us forge this alliance through combat. Help us against these attackers, and consider the deal struck.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>Mandalore grinned, saying ""You know how to speak to a Mandalorian. I'll alert my fleet to assist you at once. I also notice you have men on the surface, would you like me to send some men down to assist them?"""
9249,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=25,2014-12-06T15:13:00,Need a Name,"<blockquote><div><cite>Capsland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22699521#p22699521"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Nation of cool guys <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22699394#p22699394"">wrote</a>:</cite>From several rooftops, multiple groups of Darktroopers saw an individual use the force to push stormtroopers away. They brought their E-WEB Rifles to bear on the Jedi. The Darktrooper captain addressed the jedi, saying ""Put down your weapon if you want to live""<br/><br/>Meanwhile in the square below, the platoon of Stormtroopers were mowing down the civilians with their stun rifles. The battle could go either way.</div></blockquote><br/>Tann looked at the darktrooper captain. ""Never"". He threw his yellow lightsaber at the catpian, making it go straight through his chest, then he force pulled it back to him. He back flipped off the rooftop and began running down the compacted streets of Theed. Meanwhile the rioters were getting more and more angry as the storm troopers shot at them, then the royal guard came running out of the palace with their guns. Soon thee central plaza was filled with red and green laser bolts firing from everywhere. Tann luckily dodged the blasts from the Arc Troopers but only just.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""JEDI!"" Tann sees Blind Side holding a young female by the neck,""Turn yourself in to the Empire or this girl,"" Alpha-15's hand points towards the rest of the survivors of the massacre,""and them die, their fate is in your hands."" The young girl begins to sob. Alpha-15 looks down, but just for a moment.<span style=""font-style: italic"">What have I done?! What in God's name have I done?! What has my republic turned into?!</span>"
9250,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=25,2014-12-06T15:16:00,Marsisian,"Insanus, shortly after landing, regrouped with his droid task force numbering in the thousands, along with HMP and Vulture droid aerial support stormed into the city and made a beeline for the Royal Palace attempting to locate the Queen and/or destroy all Imperial troops in the city, helping out the Royal Guard. Leading his troops through the narrow streets of the city, HMP gunships attacked any Stormtrooper resistance that popped up along the way."
9251,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=25,2014-12-06T15:19:00,Capsland,"Tann stopped at put his hands in the air, pointing towards this low flying shuttles. Their blasts missed, hitting the nearby houses. He used the force to send one shuttle into a spin, hitting the other. They both went down and exploded in an open area. Then he saw an Arc trooper (Blindside) holding a young girl. "" Can you see yourself!? You were once the protectors of the Republic, now you're a monster for the Empire! You make me sick..."" He force jumped up and grabbed the girl by the leg, if this was successful he would grab a hold of the Arc trooper with the force and throw him to the ground in the street. He got the girl and put her in a safe hiding place. He was panting, he couldn't keep this up for long, but he was devoted into protecting the Jedi and making them survive. He was now in front of the Arc Trooper with his lightsabers ignited, still with tears down his cheek."
9252,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=25,2014-12-06T15:20:00,Need a Name,Deleted.
9253,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=25,2014-12-06T15:21:00,Nation of cool guys,"Thrawn gave an exasperated sigh. Just when he was getting somewhere the silly Seperatists got in his way.<br/><br/>""Blindside, I want you and your men to pull out. That's a direct order.""<br/><br/>The majority of the stormtroopers and Darktroopers reboarded their shuttles and flew back up to Thrawn's fleet, which was busy slugging it out against the Seperatists. The superior Imperial-Class star destroyers were making some headway but because of the size of the enemy fleet they were going to lose eventually"
9254,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=25,2014-12-06T15:28:00,Marsisian,"The General, with a slight smirk on his face, laughed.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Those Imperials won't escape now..</span>he thought. Heading for the plaza just outside the Palace, he saw royal guards under fire by stormtroopers. He impaled one with his lightsaber then deflected the others' shots back to them, and ordered his droids to help out the guards while he and his BX droid commandos stormed the palace."
9255,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=25,2014-12-06T15:28:00,Dark realm of despair,"Mandalore, safely back aboard his own ship, had maneuvered his M22-T gunships under the separatist fleet with little to no resistance.<br/><br/>The two M22-T ships fired with their heavy beam lasers from below, cutting apart a couple of the Munificents before leveling out and entering Hyperspace. Before Mandalore's fleet entered hyperspace, he sent a transmission to Thrawn:<br/><br/>""I will await you at Kuat, where we may strengthen our own fleets to battle the Seperatists"""
9256,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=25,2014-12-06T15:29:00,Need a Name,"<blockquote><div><cite>Capsland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22699680#p22699680"">wrote</a>:</cite>Tann stopped at put his hands in the air, pointing towards this low flying shuttles. Their blasts missed, hitting the nearby houses. He used the force to send one shuttle into a spin, hitting the other. They both went down and exploded in an open area. Then he saw an Arc trooper (Blindside) holding a young girl. "" Can you see yourself!? You were once the protectors of the Republic, now you're a monster for the Empire! You make me sick..."" He force jumped up and grabbed the girl by the leg, if this was successful he would grab a hold of the Arc trooper with the force and throw him to the ground in the street. He got the girl and put her in a safe hiding place. He was panting, he couldn't keep this up for long, but he was devoted into protecting the Jedi and making them survive. He was now in front of the Arc Trooper with his lightsabers ignited, still with tears down his cheek.</div></blockquote><br/>""Well... Aren't I in a difficult spot,""Blind Side said, noticing the emotionally disturbed Jedi. Alpha-15 put his hands in the air, knowing that he couldn't beat an armed Jedi in hand-to-hand combat. He saw the separatist fighters closing the gap between their position and the palace. ""If I'm going to be your prisoner, I'd rather not die. How about we get outta here before the seps blow us all to hell?"""
9257,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=50,2014-12-06T15:33:00,Nation of cool guys,"With the majority of the stormtroopers back aboard their Star Destroyers, Thrawn opened a channel to Blindside.<br/>""Captain... I'm sorry. I have to pull out, else we risk all of our lives. If you manage to escape, I swear I will find a way to rescue you.""<br/><br/>With that, Thrawn's fleet entered hyperspace, headed deep into Imperial territory, and Kuat"
9258,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=50,2014-12-06T15:36:00,Capsland,"<blockquote><div><cite>Need a name <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22699836#p22699836"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Capsland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22699680#p22699680"">wrote</a>:</cite>Tann stopped at put his hands in the air, pointing towards this low flying shuttles. Their blasts missed, hitting the nearby houses. He used the force to send one shuttle into a spin, hitting the other. They both went down and exploded in an open area. Then he saw an Arc trooper (Blindside) holding a young girl. "" Can you see yourself!? You were once the protectors of the Republic, now you're a monster for the Empire! You make me sick..."" He force jumped up and grabbed the girl by the leg, if this was successful he would grab a hold of the Arc trooper with the force and throw him to the ground in the street. He got the girl and put her in a safe hiding place. He was panting, he couldn't keep this up for long, but he was devoted into protecting the Jedi and making them survive. He was now in front of the Arc Trooper with his lightsabers ignited, still with tears down his cheek.</div></blockquote><br/>""Well... Aren't I in a difficult spot,""Blind Side said, noticing the emotionally disturbed Jedi. Alpha-15 put his hands in the air, knowing that he couldn't beat an armed Jedi in hand-to-hand combat. He saw the separatist fighters closing the gap between their position and the palace. ""If I'm going to be your prisoner, I'd rather not die. How about we get outta here before the seps blow us all to hell?""</div></blockquote><br/>Tann didn't drop his guard. The Arc troopers we supposed to be the best of the best, in the Republic. He put his hand forward and made Blindside's weapons hit the ground and slide toward him, he icked them up and gave them to the girl. ""Be safe, help in anyway you can"" The girl nodded and ran away. He turned to Blindside and took his earpiece. ""Wont be needing this"" He then crushed it with his hand. Some with me, Tann walked slowly down a small alleyway as to not get seen by the Empire or the CIS with Blindside floating behind him, his arms behind his back with the force. ""Soon we will be to my ship, then I'll decide whether to kill you or not"" The anger was very noticeable in Tann's voice."
9259,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=50,2014-12-06T15:48:00,Marsisian,"Entering the palace, a non-visible expression of frustration spread across his face as he saw that the Queen was nowhere to be found. ""Dammit! Did my fleet just come here for nothing?!"" Insanus muttered a couple of words before turning to a droid commander. ""Droid, tell my forces to slaughter any stormtrooper they find. Accept no prisoners."" ""Roger that, sir."" ""Secure the palace. I will be speaking with the Naboo."" Going outside where the bodies of stormtroopers, battle droids, and royal guards were littered on the streets, Insanus walked up to a guard. ""Where is your commander?"" ""Right there."" The guard pointed over to a man in the corner talking with another royal guard.<br/><br/>""Greetings. I'm with the CIS. I came here to ask you if you'd like to align with the CIS against the Empire."" ""I'm sorry, but I don't have the authority to do so. Only the Queen or a member of the government can do that, and we have no idea where they are. But, uh, although we won't publicly join you just yet, we will send our royal guards to.... help defend your civilians."" ""I see. Well, it's been a pleasure speaking with you."" Shortly after, the general got back into his shuttle and into his flagship."
9260,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=50,2014-12-06T15:51:00,Dark realm of despair,"Mandalore didn't waste time. While in Hyperspace, he contacted several Mandalorian fleets and ordered them to join him at Kuat.<br/><br/>After a few hours he arrived at Kuat, and grinned at the sight of the shipyards.<br/>When he saw what await him, he grinned even wider. Fifteen Dunelizard medium fighters, three more M22-T Krayt Gunships, Two old but useful Azalus-Class dreadnoughts purchased from the Hutts, one Keldabe-class battleship, two Venator-class Star Destroyers, four Jehavey'ir-type assault ships, and lastly, eight Mandalorian dungeon ships, outfitted with doubled heavy turbolasers<br/><br/>He received nearly ten transmissions from various captains all saying the same thing; ""We will fight for Mandalore""<br/><br/>The clans were assembling. Mandalore would rise to greatness again"
9261,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=50,2014-12-06T15:54:00,Nation of cool guys,"Thrawn's fleet emerged at Kuat after a couple hours. Thrawn jumped out of his chair when he saw the Mandalorian fleet that was waiting.<br/>He sent a transmission to the Mandalore, saying ""My friend, this is most impressive. I have no doubt we will defeat the Seperatist threat. How long until you can deploy? Our friends at Naboo are in for a treat"""
9262,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=50,2014-12-06T15:55:00,Need a Name,"<blockquote><div><cite>Capsland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22699925#p22699925"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Need a name <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22699836#p22699836"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Well... Aren't I in a difficult spot,""Blind Side said, noticing the emotionally disturbed Jedi. Alpha-15 put his hands in the air, knowing that he couldn't beat an armed Jedi in hand-to-hand combat. He saw the separatist fighters closing the gap between their position and the palace. ""If I'm going to be your prisoner, I'd rather not die. How about we get outta here before the seps blow us all to hell?""</div></blockquote><br/>Tann didn't drop his guard. The Arc troopers we supposed to be the best of the best, in the Republic. He put his hand forward and made Blindside's weapons hit the ground and slide toward him, he icked them up and gave them to the girl. ""Be safe, help in anyway you can"" The girl nodded and ran away. He turned to Blindside and took his earpiece. ""Wont be needing this"" He then crushed it with his hand. Some with me, Tann walked slowly down a small alleyway as to not get seen by the Empire or the CIS with Blindside floating behind him, his arms behind his back with the force. ""Soon we will be to my ship, then I'll decide whether to kill you or not"" The anger was very noticeable in Tann's voice.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Well, that's not very reassuring,"" Blind Side said coolly as he walked with Tann.<span style=""font-style: italic"">I better not piss off this Jedi anymore or I'll fried; literally. There's no way I can get out of this, might as well play along and hope I don't die...</span>""So... You if I may, I could tell you all the reasons killing me would be very very bad. I mean, I'm information, a prisoner, and valuable to Admiral Thrawn. I know you're mad, and rightfully so, but no need to make anymore rash decisions. You don't want to get any more innocents ki-,"" Blind Side stopped himself before he would make the Jedi any more emotional."
9263,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=50,2014-12-06T15:58:00,Nation of cool guys,"Thrawn ordered the rest of his fleet to stay behind, as well as the Mandalorians. He did take 50 Mandalorian Supercommandos and Basilisk War Droids on board though.<br/>He ordered his Star Destroyer to cloak, and shortly after it entered hyperspace for Naboo"
9264,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=50,2014-12-06T16:03:00,Marsisian,"The General, knowing that the Empire and Mandalorians would inevitably try to counterattack with much more enlarged forces, decided to retreat before they arrived, content with a victory. ""Set a course for the Raxus system. They'll never find us there."" ""Roger that."" And just like that, the fleet made their great escape to Raxus and jumped into hyperspace."
9265,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=50,2014-12-06T16:05:00,Capsland,"<blockquote><div><cite>Need a name <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22700181#p22700181"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Capsland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22699925#p22699925"">wrote</a>:</cite>Tann didn't drop his guard. The Arc troopers we supposed to be the best of the best, in the Republic. He put his hand forward and made Blindside's weapons hit the ground and slide toward him, he icked them up and gave them to the girl. ""Be safe, help in anyway you can"" The girl nodded and ran away. He turned to Blindside and took his earpiece. ""Wont be needing this"" He then crushed it with his hand. Some with me, Tann walked slowly down a small alleyway as to not get seen by the Empire or the CIS with Blindside floating behind him, his arms behind his back with the force. ""Soon we will be to my ship, then I'll decide whether to kill you or not"" The anger was very noticeable in Tann's voice.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Well, that's not very reassuring,"" Blind Side said coolly as he walked with Tann. <span style=""font-style: italic"">I better not piss off this Jedi anymore or I'll fried; literally. There's no way I can get out of this, might as well play along and hope I don't die...</span> ""So... You if I may, I could tell you all the reasons killing me would be very very bad. I mean, I'm information, a prisoner, and valuable to Admiral Thrawn. I know you're mad, and rightfully so, but no need to make anymore rash decisions. You don't want to get any more innocents ki-,"" Blind Side stopped himself before he would make the Jedi any more emotional.</div></blockquote><br/>Tann stopped, he began talking, not looking at Blindside. "" I don't care if you're a good asset to Admiral Thrawn, I'm a Jedi. Not a politician, I don't care for your Empire or who leads it. I care for the Jedi and their way of life, as long as I'm alive, the Empire has lost. Now.."" He began walking again. ""I wont let your little Empire get the best of me... That's what Palpatine wants."" He finally got to his shuttle and walked inside of it with Blindside floating behind him. He got to the cockpit and force pushed Blindside onto a chair with the seatbelts locking themselves around him. He was now tied to the chair. Tann booted up the nav computer and the engines but first he sent out small probes to get the CIS' attention away from him. After that his ship flew up and shot down to the flat fields below the Theed, his destination was to the otherside of the planet were there were no possible enemies. ""He swivelled around on his chair to face Blinside. ""We will be out of this system is 1 standard hour, you better hope your Empire values you more than killing a Jedi"" Tann smirked."
9266,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=50,2014-12-06T16:06:00,Dark realm of despair,"<blockquote><div><cite>Marsisian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22700289#p22700289"">wrote</a>:</cite>The General, knowing that the Empire and Mandalorians would inevitably try to counterattack with much more enlarged forces, decided to retreat before they arrived, content with a victory. ""Set a course for the Hoth system. They'll never find us there."" ""Roger that."" And just like that, the fleet made their great escape to the Hoth system and jumped into hyperspace.</div></blockquote><br/>Shortly after the Seperatist fleet left, Thrawn's Star Destroyer emerged in Hyperspace. He was puzzled that the Sep fleet was gone, then remembered that he had the queen aboard. What he didn't expect was the Mandalorian fleet to follow him anyway.<br/><br/>Mandalore contacted Thrawn, saying ""Looks like they left. Want to pick up where you left off?""<br/><br/>As he spoke, 150 Mandalorian Supercommandos aboard their Basilisk War Droids entered the atmosphere, landing in Theed after a short period of time."
9267,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=50,2014-12-06T16:08:00,Nation of cool guys,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dark realm of despair <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22700345#p22700345"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Marsisian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22700289#p22700289"">wrote</a>:</cite>The General, knowing that the Empire and Mandalorians would inevitably try to counterattack with much more enlarged forces, decided to retreat before they arrived, content with a victory. ""Set a course for the Hoth system. They'll never find us there."" ""Roger that."" And just like that, the fleet made their great escape to the Hoth system and jumped into hyperspace.</div></blockquote><br/>Shortly after the Seperatist fleet left, Thrawn's Star Destroyer emerged in Hyperspace. He was puzzled that the Sep fleet was gone, then remembered that he had the queen aboard. What he didn't expect was the Mandalorian fleet to follow him anyway.<br/><br/>Mandalore contacted Thrawn, saying ""Looks like they left. Want to pick up where you left off?""<br/><br/>As he spoke, 150 Mandalorian Supercommandos aboard their Basilisk War Droids entered the atmosphere, landing in Theed after a short period of time.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Thrawn replied, saying ""Well, whatever. I'm sending down the 50 Mandalorians I have. I want you to find my ARC Captain. He should be somewhere in Theed.""<br/><br/>Shortly after, Thrawn's Supercommandos were landing in the square with the other sent by Mandalore, thoroughly panicking the remaining crowed"
9268,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=50,2014-12-06T16:11:00,Nation of cool guys,"""Admiral, we have a small ship on our scopes. Two lifeforms aboard, one of them appears to be your missing captain.""<br/>Thrawn gripped his chair. ""Inderdict it. Prevent its hyperspace travel.<br/><br/>He sent a signal to the Mandalorian fleet, telling them to take the small ship captive"
9269,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=50,2014-12-06T16:11:00,Marsisian,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Raxus Secundus</span><br/><br/>Arriving in Maxus after a short amount of time, General Insanus made the decision to strengthen and bolster his weakened fleet as he knew that they had done so as well. Eight more Munificents, eight more Recusants, and four more Providences were added to the fleet and the damaged ships were in the process of being repaired. The general hoped to wear the Imperial fleet down in a series of hit-and-run attacks."
9270,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=50,2014-12-06T16:12:00,Dark realm of despair,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nation of cool guys <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22700416#p22700416"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Admiral, we have a small ship on our scopes. Two lifeforms aboard, one of them appears to be your missing captain.""<br/>Thrawn gripped his chair. ""Inderdict it. Prevent its hyperspace travel.<br/><br/>He sent a signal to the Mandalorian fleet, telling them to take the small ship captive</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The M-22T gunships wasted no time, and sped towards the small ship with incredible speed. They sent a transmission, saying ""Power down and prepare to be boarded"""
9271,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=50,2014-12-06T16:12:00,Need a Name,"<blockquote><div><cite>Capsland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22700325#p22700325"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Need a name <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22700181#p22700181"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""Well, that's not very reassuring,"" Blind Side said coolly as he walked with Tann. <span style=""font-style: italic"">I better not piss off this Jedi anymore or I'll fried; literally. There's no way I can get out of this, might as well play along and hope I don't die...</span> ""So... You if I may, I could tell you all the reasons killing me would be very very bad. I mean, I'm information, a prisoner, and valuable to Admiral Thrawn. I know you're mad, and rightfully so, but no need to make anymore rash decisions. You don't want to get any more innocents ki-,"" Blind Side stopped himself before he would make the Jedi any more emotional.</div></blockquote></div></blockquote><br/>Tann stopped, he began talking, not looking at Blindside. "" I don't care if you're a good asset to Admiral Thrawn, I'm a Jedi. Not a politician, I don't care for your Empire or who leads it. I care for the Jedi and their way of life, as long as I'm alive, the Empire has lost. Now.."" He began walking again. ""I wont let your little Empire get the best of me... That's what Palpatine wants."" He finally got to his shuttle and walked inside of it with Blindside floating behind him. He got to the cockpit and force pushed Blindside onto a chair with the seatbelts locking themselves around him. He was now tied to the chair. Tann booted up the nav computer and the engines but first he sent out small probes to get the CIS' attention away from him. After that his ship flew up and shot down to the flat fields below the Theed, his destination was to the otherside of the planet were there were no possible enemies. ""He swivelled around on his chair to face Blinside. ""We will be out of this system is 1 standard hour, you better hope your Empire values you more than killing a Jedi"" Tann smirked.[/quote]<br/><br/>Blind Side starts to laugh,""Well, if you hadn't noticed, the Empire is gone... the seps are holding the space of Naboo now. So it doesn't matter whether the Empire cares about your death or my life. Our lives are in your life now,"" Blind Side smiles,""and if your piloting is anything like your 'senses' we're both dead."" He leans his head back on the seat, waiting for the inevitable destruction of the ship."
9272,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=50,2014-12-06T16:16:00,Nation of cool guys,"Since the likely position of the missing ARC captain has been discovered on a spacecraft, the Mandalorian supercommandos powered up their Basilisk droids and returned to their ships"
9273,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=50,2014-12-06T16:21:00,Capsland,"<blockquote><div><cite>Need a name <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22700439#p22700439"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Capsland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22700325#p22700325"">wrote</a>:</cite>Tann stopped, he began talking, not looking at Blindside. "" I don't care if you're a good asset to Admiral Thrawn, I'm a Jedi. Not a politician, I don't care for your Empire or who leads it. I care for the Jedi and their way of life, as long as I'm alive, the Empire has lost. Now.."" He began walking again. ""I wont let your little Empire get the best of me... That's what Palpatine wants."" He finally got to his shuttle and walked inside of it with Blindside floating behind him. He got to the cockpit and force pushed Blindside onto a chair with the seatbelts locking themselves around him. He was now tied to the chair. Tann booted up the nav computer and the engines but first he sent out small probes to get the CIS' attention away from him. After that his ship flew up and shot down to the flat fields below the Theed, his destination was to the otherside of the planet were there were no possible enemies. ""He swivelled around on his chair to face Blinside. ""We will be out of this system is 1 standard hour, you better hope your Empire values you more than killing a Jedi"" Tann smirked.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Blind Side starts to laugh,""Well, if you hadn't noticed, the Empire is gone... the seps are holding the space of Naboo now. So it doesn't matter whether the Empire cares about your death or my life. Our lives are in your life now,"" Blind Side smiles,""and if your piloting is anything like your 'senses' we're both dead."" He leans his head back on the seat, waiting for the inevitable destruction of the ship.</div></blockquote><br/>""You underestimate the power of the Jedi, really I thought the Arc troops were supposed to be the greatest. Guess that only a lie to scare the seps""<br/>Tann stood up and sat opposite Blindside, noticing the hail from the Mandalorian ships. He put his hands on his knees and began speaking, his speech would be in the Mandalrian's head. ""You don't know why you are fighting... You think you should stop and announce the Jedi's death. You are more powerful than the Empire, you can do more. You could take Theed all for yourself. You have to go back and fight"" Tann hoped his mind tricks would send the pilot into greed and anger."
9274,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=50,2014-12-06T16:23:00,Dark realm of despair,"<blockquote><div><cite>Capsland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22700632#p22700632"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Need a name <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22700439#p22700439"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Blind Side starts to laugh,""Well, if you hadn't noticed, the Empire is gone... the seps are holding the space of Naboo now. So it doesn't matter whether the Empire cares about your death or my life. Our lives are in your life now,"" Blind Side smiles,""and if your piloting is anything like your 'senses' we're both dead."" He leans his head back on the seat, waiting for the inevitable destruction of the ship.</div></blockquote><br/>""You underestimate the power of the Jedi, really I thought the Arc troops were supposed to be the greatest. Guess that only a lie to scare the seps""<br/>Tann stood up and sat opposite Blindside, noticing the hail from the Mandalorian ships. He put his hands on his knees and began speaking, his speech would be in the Mandalrian's head. ""You don't know why you are fighting... You think you should stop and announce the Jedi's death. You are more powerful than the Empire, you can do more. You could take Theed all for yourself. You have to go back and fight"" Tann hoped his mind tricks would send the pilot into greed and anger.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The Mandalorian returned the message with scorn. ""Your Jedi tricks are for the weak minded. I answer only to The Mandalore"""
9275,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=50,2014-12-06T16:25:00,Nation of cool guys,"Thrawn's flagship de-cloaked, almost on top of Tann's ship. It immediately grabbed Tann's ship with a strong tractor beam.<br/><br/>Thrawn ordered a squad of Mandalorian Supercommandos to the bay it would be pulled in to"
9276,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=50,2014-12-06T17:05:00,Marsisian,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Naboo</span><br/><br/>The few ships that had less than minor damages were quickly repaired and the strengthened fleet made its way back to Naboo via hyperspace travel. Just as the General suspected, he found the Imperial and Mandalorian fleets off the planet. The general then exclaimed, ""Open fire!"""
9277,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=50,2014-12-06T17:10:00,Nation of cool guys,"<blockquote><div><cite>Marsisian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22701268#p22701268"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Naboo</span><br/><br/>The few ships that had less than minor damages were quickly repaired and the strengthened fleet made its way back to Naboo via hyperspace travel. Just as the General suspected, he found the Imperial and Mandalorian fleets off the planet. The general then exclaimed, ""Open fire!""</div></blockquote><br/>[[To make things easier I'll assume control of the Mandalore, I have permission]]<br/><br/>The Mandalorian and Imperial fleet quickly broke orbit over Naboo and charged shields to engage the Separatist fleet<br/><br/>The Chimaera prepared to fire its secret MCPS weapon to disintegrate the lead ship of the enemy fleet while the M22-T gunships formed up behind the capital ships to await orders. The remaining ships formed up in front of the enemy and began to open fire.<br/><br/>Thrawn sent a communication out to any Imperial fleets in the area that assistance may be needed."
9278,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=50,2014-12-06T17:16:00,Marsisian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nation of cool guys <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22701365#p22701365"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Marsisian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22701268#p22701268"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Naboo</span><br/><br/>The few ships that had less than minor damages were quickly repaired and the strengthened fleet made its way back to Naboo via hyperspace travel. Just as the General suspected, he found the Imperial and Mandalorian fleets off the planet. The general then exclaimed, ""Open fire!""</div></blockquote><br/>[[To make things easier I'll assume control of the Mandalore, I have permission]]<br/><br/>The Mandalorian and Imperial fleet quickly broke orbit over Naboo and charged shields to engage the Separatist fleet<br/><br/>The Chimaera prepared to fire its secret MCPS weapon to disintegrate the lead ship of the enemy fleet while the M22-T gunships formed up behind the capital ships to await orders. The remaining ships formed up in front of the enemy and began to open fire. <br/><br/>Thrawn sent a communication out to any Imperial fleets in the area that assistance may be needed.</div></blockquote><br/>Insanus, also expecting a very quick Imperial response, ordered for boarding parties of elite teams of BX droid commandos and B2 battle droids to be sent out and try to tear apart the ship from the inside. The General got onto his shuttle and quickly speeded off with MagnaGuards inside to a ship closest to the fleet."
9279,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=50,2014-12-06T17:17:00,Nation of cool guys,"Thrawn, noting the shuttles leaving the Seperatist ships, new what was happening. His flagship cloaked, vanishing from Seperatist scanners.<br/><br/>While cloaked Thrawn alerted the rest of the fleet to prepare for boarding parties. Mandalorian supercommandos throughout the fleet eagerly awaited the boarders."
9280,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=50,2014-12-06T17:31:00,Romus Maximus,"Dos sat in his command chair watching the ensuing battle as the Imperials started to duke it out with the Seppies. He had been alerted the moment each fleet had arrived and thus ordered the ship to be at half power, to make them less detectable. He watched as the Seppies started launching landing craft and one of the Imperial cruisers completely disappeared. He felt a wave of relief that neither fleet had noticed him or picked him as a threat."
9281,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=50,2014-12-06T17:31:00,The United Empire of Exucular,"Kyle Cosmos was enroute to Naboo onboard his Actis-class Ineterceptor. Why he was going there was because Naboo had always been a strong supporter of both the Jedi and Republic. Cosmos wanted the planets support in the fight against the newly created Empire. Looking down at his console he realized he was just a few seconds away from leaving hyperspace. He relaxed in his chair as his ship slowed down within the Naboo System. However he suddenly tensed up as he saw three different fleets in combat over the planet. Cosmos veered to his right as a squadron of Imperial fighters cam screeching past in persuit of several other CIS fighters. Looking around he surveyed the situation. The ships looked of Confederate, Imperial, and Mandolarian design. He was confused on who to fight alongside in this battle.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Any of them could be my enemies...</span>"
9282,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=75,2014-12-06T17:37:00,Nation of cool guys,"<blockquote><div><cite>The United Empire of Exucular <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22701682#p22701682"">wrote</a>:</cite>Kyle Cosmos was enroute to Naboo onboard his Actis-class Ineterceptor. Why he was going there was because Naboo had always been a strong supporter of both the Jedi and Republic. Cosmos wanted the planets support in the fight against the newly created Empire. Looking down at his console he realized he was just a few seconds away from leaving hyperspace. He relaxed in his chair as his ship slowed down within the Naboo System. However he suddenly tensed up as he saw three different fleets in combat over the planet. Cosmos veered to his right as a squadron of Imperial fighters cam screeching past in persuit of several other CIS fighters. Looking around he surveyed the situation. The ships looked of Confederate, Imperial, and Mandolarian design. He was confused on who to fight alongside in this battle.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Any of them could be my enemies...</span></div></blockquote><br/>""Admiral! Two new contacts!"" Shouted the scanner officer<br/><br/>""What and where!?"" Thrawn shouted<br/>""An Actis-class Interceptor just exited hyperspace, and a Venator-II Class Star Destroyer running on half power! We only just picked it up!""<br/><br/>""Contact both of them and state that we will be grateful for any assistance they can muster!"" Thrawn ordered.<br/><br/>Thrawn's ship was nearly in position now. He silently thanked the spirits that this cloaking device was installed."
9283,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=75,2014-12-06T17:43:00,Marsisian,"The General, knowing that his fleet would inevitably be outgunned and that they would call for reinforcements, told the droid commander to retreat. ""But sir, you're not on the ship! You're still on your shuttle!"" ""Just do it. You can come back for me later, I'm trying to inflict as much damage as possible."" ""But where, sir?"" ""Go to the Hoth system. I will rendezvous with you when the time is right."" ""Roger, sir!""<br/><br/>For the third time, the fleet jumped into hyperspace. Insanus went into the hangar bay and waited for the Mandalorians to make their move while he quietly slipped out."
9284,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=75,2014-12-06T17:45:00,Nation of cool guys,"<blockquote><div><cite>Marsisian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22701851#p22701851"">wrote</a>:</cite>The General, knowing that his fleet would inevitably be outgunned and that they would call for reinforcements, told the droid commander to retreat. ""But sir, you're not on the ship! You're still on your shuttle!"" ""Just do it. You can come back for me later, I'm trying to inflict as much damage as possible."" ""But where, sir?"" ""Go to the Hoth system. I will rendezvous with you when the time is right."" ""Roger, sir!""<br/><br/>For the third time, the fleet jumped into hyperspace. Insanus went into the hangar bay and waited for the Mandalorians to make their move while he quietly slipped out.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Hold it right there, Insanus""<br/>Several Mandalorian Supercommandos stepped out from behind some large cargo containers, while a Basilisk War Droid dropped from the ceiling above<br/><br/>""We've been expecting you"""
9285,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=75,2014-12-06T17:47:00,Cainesland,"Colonel mustard sat in the library aboard his space faring vessel. Looking out the window he saw the planet naboo. After a few moments a ring sounded from the wall mounted phone. Mustard put down his ""book"" and got up and went over to the wall phone. Colonel mustard answered the phone, putting one end to his ear and the other to his mouth. ""Hello, who is this?"" Asked the voice of one of the bridge attendants. ""This is mustard, what do you need?"". ""Oh, hello sir, we have arrived at Naboo, can you come to the bridge?"". ""Yes"". ""Thank you sir, bye"". He hung up the phone and went to go to the bridge/cockpit.<br/><br/>-10 minutes later-<br/><br/>After walking through the gilded halls of the vessel he arrived at the bridge. ""We've arrived?"" Asked Colonel Tyger Rexall Mustard. ""Yes we should be landing soon for your meeting with the royal family"" responded the ""captain"" of the vessel. A voice began to emirate from the control panel. ""Luxury Vessel ""Count"" you are cleared to enter the atmosphere, please make your way to theed hanger B."". ""Roger that"" responded the captain and they began their dissent.<br/><br/>All around them separatist warships seemed to blockade the planet."
9286,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=75,2014-12-06T17:49:00,Marsisian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nation of cool guys <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22701881#p22701881"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Marsisian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22701851#p22701851"">wrote</a>:</cite>The General, knowing that his fleet would inevitably be outgunned and that they would call for reinforcements, told the droid commander to retreat. ""But sir, you're not on the ship! You're still on your shuttle!"" ""Just do it. You can come back for me later, I'm trying to inflict as much damage as possible."" ""But where, sir?"" ""Go to the Hoth system. I will rendezvous with you when the time is right."" ""Roger, sir!""<br/><br/>For the third time, the fleet jumped into hyperspace. Insanus went into the hangar bay and waited for the Mandalorians to make their move while he quietly slipped out.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Hold it right there, Insanus""<br/>Several Mandalorian Supercommandos stepped out from behind some large cargo containers, while a Basilisk War Droid dropped from the ceiling above<br/><br/>""We've been expecting you""</div></blockquote><br/>Activating his lightsaber and going into a combat stance, he smiled. ""Come at me. I promise you won't survive a minute against me."" Quickly doing a force jump to the Supercommandos, he killed one then unleashed Force Lightning on the rest."
9287,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=75,2014-12-06T17:51:00,Romus Maximus,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nation of cool guys <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22701768#p22701768"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Admiral! Two new contacts!"" Shouted the scanner officer<br/><br/>""What and where!?"" Thrawn shouted<br/>""An Actis-class Interceptor just exited hyperspace, and a Venator-II Class Star Destroyer running on half power! We only just picked it up!""<br/><br/>""Contact both of them and state that we will be grateful for any assistance they can muster!"" Thrawn ordered.<br/><br/>Thrawn's ship was nearly in position now. He silently thanked the spirits that this cloaking device was installed.</div></blockquote><br/>Dos received a communication from the Imperial fleet and in return sent them a number and ordered for the cruiser to be powered up to 110%. They began to push towards the rear of the CIS fleet and began firing on the rears of the ships. He ordered for them to start using EMP shots until the Seppies had no shields and then to switch to AP. He watched stunned as the CIS ships immediately retreated. He began to pull up alongside an Imperial cruiser that the Seppies had boarded and requested permission to dock."
9288,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=75,2014-12-06T17:51:00,Nation of cool guys,"<blockquote><div><cite>Marsisian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22701940#p22701940"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Nation of cool guys <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22701881#p22701881"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""Hold it right there, Insanus""<br/>Several Mandalorian Supercommandos stepped out from behind some large cargo containers, while a Basilisk War Droid dropped from the ceiling above<br/><br/>""We've been expecting you""</div></blockquote><br/>Activating his lightsaber and going into a combat stance, he smiled. ""Come at me. I promise you won't survive a minute against me."" Quickly doing a force jump to the Supercommandos, he killed one then unleashed Force Lightning on the rest.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>The First few supercommandos go down, but the others draw their vibroblades and prepare to duel the general, as several more Mandalorians enter the room.<br/>""Cute lightsaber, Insanus. Too bad it can't cut Mandalorian iron.""<br/><br/>The Basilisk War Droid, powered up, lumbers over to Insanus, unleashing a hail of lasers and slashing with its large clawlike leg"
9289,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=75,2014-12-06T17:54:00,Marsisian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nation of cool guys <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22701969#p22701969"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Marsisian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22701940#p22701940"">wrote</a>:</cite>Activating his lightsaber and going into a combat stance, he smiled. ""Come at me. I promise you won't survive a minute against me."" Quickly doing a force jump to the Supercommandos, he killed one then unleashed Force Lightning on the rest.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>The First few supercommandos go down, but the others draw their vibroblades and prepare to duel the general, as several more Mandalorians enter the room.<br/>""Cute lightsaber, Insanus. Too bad it can't cut Mandalorian iron.""<br/><br/>The Basilisk War Droid, powered up, lumbers over to Insanus, unleashing a hail of lasers and slashing with its large clawlike leg</div></blockquote><br/>Already knowing he was outmatched, he tried to get away from the Supercommandos and war droid, while at the same time deflecting their shots. He force pushed the war droid and Mandalorians away from him and bolted out of sight."
9290,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=75,2014-12-06T17:59:00,Nation of cool guys,"<blockquote><div><cite>Marsisian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22702005#p22702005"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Nation of cool guys <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22701969#p22701969"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><br/>The First few supercommandos go down, but the others draw their vibroblades and prepare to duel the general, as several more Mandalorians enter the room.<br/>""Cute lightsaber, Insanus. Too bad it can't cut Mandalorian iron.""<br/><br/>The Basilisk War Droid, powered up, lumbers over to Insanus, unleashing a hail of lasers and slashing with its large clawlike leg</div></blockquote><br/>Already knowing he was outmatched, he tried to get away from the Supercommandos and war droid, while at the same time deflecting their shots. He force pushed the war droid and Mandalorians away from him and bolted out of sight.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The remaining Supercommandos stood up and bolted after him, relaying the location of his retreat to other commandos throughout the ship.<br/><br/><br/>Meanwhile, while Thrawn's ship remained cloaked, the rest of the fleet re-entered orbit over Naboo"
9291,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=75,2014-12-06T18:19:00,Nation of cool guys,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nation of cool guys <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22702071#p22702071"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Marsisian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22702005#p22702005"">wrote</a>:</cite>Already knowing he was outmatched, he tried to get away from the Supercommandos and war droid, while at the same time deflecting their shots. He force pushed the war droid and Mandalorians away from him and bolted out of sight.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The remaining Supercommandos stood up and bolted after him, relaying the location of his retreat to other commandos throughout the ship.<br/><br/><br/>Meanwhile, while Thrawn's ship remained cloaked, the rest of the fleet re-entered orbit over Naboo</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>Throughout the entire deck Insanus is on, Mandalorian Supercommandos were combing the corridors, intercepting the first groups location, who are right on the trail of Insanus.<br/>Thanks to surveillance cameras throughout the deck, Insanus is nearly cornered."
9292,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=75,2014-12-06T18:27:00,Marsisian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nation of cool guys <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22702306#p22702306"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Nation of cool guys <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22702071#p22702071"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>The remaining Supercommandos stood up and bolted after him, relaying the location of his retreat to other commandos throughout the ship.<br/><br/><br/>Meanwhile, while Thrawn's ship remained cloaked, the rest of the fleet re-entered orbit over Naboo</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>Throughout the entire deck Insanus is on, Mandalorian Supercommandos were combing the corridors, intercepting the first groups location, who are right on the trail of Insanus. <br/>Thanks to surveillance cameras throughout the deck, Insanus is nearly cornered.</div></blockquote><br/>Realizing that he was bound to be captured or killed on the ship, he nevertheless tried to figure out a way to escape. Insanus cut the roof on top of him apart and climbed up into a new level of the Star Destroyer, running to where he thought the hangar was."
9293,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=75,2014-12-06T18:31:00,Nation of cool guys,"<blockquote><div><cite>Romus Maximus <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22701965#p22701965"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Nation of cool guys <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22701768#p22701768"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Admiral! Two new contacts!"" Shouted the scanner officer<br/><br/>""What and where!?"" Thrawn shouted<br/>""An Actis-class Interceptor just exited hyperspace, and a Venator-II Class Star Destroyer running on half power! We only just picked it up!""<br/><br/>""Contact both of them and state that we will be grateful for any assistance they can muster!"" Thrawn ordered.<br/><br/>Thrawn's ship was nearly in position now. He silently thanked the spirits that this cloaking device was installed.</div></blockquote><br/> Dos received a communication from the Imperial fleet and in return sent them a number and ordered for the cruiser to be powered up to 110%. They began to push towards the rear of the CIS fleet and began firing on the rears of the ships. He ordered for them to start using EMP shots until the Seppies had no shields and then to switch to AP. He watched stunned as the CIS ships immediately retreated. He began to pull up alongside an Imperial cruiser that the Seppies had boarded and requested permission to dock.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The Imperial Cruiser grants permission to the Venator-II.<br/><br/>Suddenly, over the ship's intercom came this message: ""Insanus is on a upper deck, please adjust your mission to engage him.<br/>Lock all hangar doors, he may be trying to escape""<br/>Systematically the Mandalorians traveled up a deck, some through the hole Insanus left. The chase was still on and hotter than ever"
9294,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=75,2014-12-06T18:38:00,Marsisian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nation of cool guys <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22702473#p22702473"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Romus Maximus <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22701965#p22701965"">wrote</a>:</cite> Dos received a communication from the Imperial fleet and in return sent them a number and ordered for the cruiser to be powered up to 110%. They began to push towards the rear of the CIS fleet and began firing on the rears of the ships. He ordered for them to start using EMP shots until the Seppies had no shields and then to switch to AP. He watched stunned as the CIS ships immediately retreated. He began to pull up alongside an Imperial cruiser that the Seppies had boarded and requested permission to dock.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The Imperial Cruiser grants permission to the Venator-II.<br/><br/>Suddenly, over the ship's intercom came this message: ""Insanus is on a upper deck, please adjust your mission to engage him.<br/>Lock all hangar doors, he may be trying to escape""<br/>Systematically the Mandalorians traveled up a deck, some through the hole Insanus left. The chase was still on and hotter than ever</div></blockquote><br/>Frustrated, Insanus suddenly had an idea. ""Commander, attack the Imperial fleet above Naboo again!"" ""Roger that, sir. Entering hyperspace now."" ""Alright, I just need to keep the chase on long enough for the fleet to arrive."" Cutting another hole in the roof, he went up to another level once again."
9295,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=75,2014-12-06T18:41:00,The Royally United Provinces,"Jedi Master Jako, in his small hut on Mandalore, put the lightsaber parts before his Padawan. ""You are to assemble your lightsaber using the force. It will guide you. Choose your crystal color."" He layed out crystals and then pulled out his own saber. As he ignighted it, the purple blade made the room glow. ""Purple. The color of the Jedi taught to use powers of the dark side for good."" He gestured to the crystals. ""Each has a meaning so choose wisely."" The wide array of colors like a rainbow. ""Take your time Turner. Be wise."" He sat back."
9296,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=75,2014-12-06T18:42:00,Nation of cool guys,"<blockquote><div><cite>Marsisian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22702560#p22702560"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Nation of cool guys <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22702473#p22702473"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>The Imperial Cruiser grants permission to the Venator-II.<br/><br/>Suddenly, over the ship's intercom came this message: ""Insanus is on a upper deck, please adjust your mission to engage him.<br/>Lock all hangar doors, he may be trying to escape""<br/>Systematically the Mandalorians traveled up a deck, some through the hole Insanus left. The chase was still on and hotter than ever</div></blockquote><br/>Frustrated, Insanus suddenly had an idea. ""Commander, attack the Imperial fleet above Naboo again!"" ""Roger that, sir. Entering hyperspace now."" ""Alright, I just need to keep the chase on long enough for the fleet to arrive."" Cutting another hole in the roof, he went up to another level once again.</div></blockquote><br/>Insanus ran right into a squad of Mandalorians en-route to a nearby turboshaft. They only spent a few moments in shock before they opened fire with their repeating blasters.<br/>""We have him here, he's up another level, he's up another!""<br/>Behind Insanus about 15 meters, a turbolift opened up to admit another three Mandalorians with vibroblades. At this point the entire ship is alert and people are closing in on Insanus's position.<br/><br/>On the bridge, Insanus's transmission was intercepted and the fleet begins to charge shields."
9297,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=75,2014-12-06T18:53:00,Pantorrum,"Grievous crept forward, responding to Ventress but not turning to face her...they were nearly to the bridge, passing through they grey hallways of the massive Providence Class Carrier/Battleship...<br/><br/>""We must strike a blow to the heart of the Empire. In order to..."" He coughed, pausing for a moment before continuing. ""In order to do that, we will need to launch a series of surprise attacks-fast, and deadly.""<br/>He coughed, as they rounded a corner.<br/>""I have identified Corellia, Kuat, Mon Calamari...all of these are ship yards."" He coughed more...<br/>""If there naval capabilities are limited, they will be unable to deliver heavy blows to any of our important planets. We must also sever their supply lines. Denon is our target. It will sever the enemy supply lines, due to its location."" He coughed again, but silently.<br/>""We will disconnect them from the Hydian Way and the Correllian Run. After Denon, we work swoop around to Correllia. You will have to proceed to Kuat without me, as I will be going to Mon Calamari. Once these planets fall, the Empire will be devastated. Kuat will, by far, be the greatest battle. I hope you do not fail me..."" He sneered, coughing again, as they reached the bridge.<br/><br/>""Commander, set a course for the Denon system. I hope there are no Imperial Forces there...it will make this sooo much easier..."" He laughed, mixing it with a brutal cough as the ship shot off into hyperspace along with the rest of the fleet..."
9298,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=75,2014-12-06T18:53:00,Cainesland,"The ship began to lower down into the atmosphere. Approached and landed in hanger B. Upon exiting the vessel Tyger noticed the hanger had tonnes of droids walking about. Tyger was confused. The battle droids began walking up to him with their guns drawn. ""Surrender"" ""surrender"" the battle droids repeated ""Droid! I am a colonel in this army, I outrank you. Where is your commanding droid?"" A droid in the back said ""I am the commanding officer here, colonel"". ""Good, I'm here to meet the queen"". ""The queen isn't here sir"". ""Where did she go?"". ""We don't know sir"". ""So she's not on the planet?"". ""Roger Roger"". ""You look like your on fairly high alert droids, what are you looking out for?"". ""Were looking for the criminal Insanus sir"". ""Thank you commander, as you were"". ""Roger roger... you heard the colonel, back to your posts"" said the droid commander and the droids backed off right after."
9299,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=75,2014-12-06T18:54:00,Marsisian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nation of cool guys <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22702613#p22702613"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Marsisian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22702560#p22702560"">wrote</a>:</cite>Frustrated, Insanus suddenly had an idea. ""Commander, attack the Imperial fleet above Naboo again!"" ""Roger that, sir. Entering hyperspace now."" ""Alright, I just need to keep the chase on long enough for the fleet to arrive."" Cutting another hole in the roof, he went up to another level once again.</div></blockquote><br/>Insanus ran right into a squad of Mandalorians en-route to a nearby turboshaft. They only spent a few moments in shock before they opened fire with their repeating blasters. <br/>""We have him here, he's up another level, he's up another!""<br/>Behind Insanus about 15 meters, a turbolift opened up to admit another three Mandalorians with vibroblades. At this point the entire ship is alert and people are closing in on Insanus's position. <br/><br/>On the bridge, Insanus's transmission was intercepted and the fleet begins to charge shields.</div></blockquote><br/>Insanus, trying to deflect the Mandalorians' blaster bolts and worried about the Mandalorians behind him, he decided to unleash a power that no Jedi nor had used for some time, the Force Storm variant of force lightning. Raising his palm upward, an explosion of electrical energy happened around him."
9300,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=75,2014-12-06T18:57:00,Nation of cool guys,"<blockquote><div><cite>Marsisian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22702809#p22702809"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Nation of cool guys <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22702613#p22702613"">wrote</a>:</cite>Insanus ran right into a squad of Mandalorians en-route to a nearby turboshaft. They only spent a few moments in shock before they opened fire with their repeating blasters. <br/>""We have him here, he's up another level, he's up another!""<br/>Behind Insanus about 15 meters, a turbolift opened up to admit another three Mandalorians with vibroblades. At this point the entire ship is alert and people are closing in on Insanus's position. <br/><br/>On the bridge, Insanus's transmission was intercepted and the fleet begins to charge shields.</div></blockquote><br/>Insanus, trying to deflect the Mandalorians' blaster bolts and worried about the Mandalorians behind him, he decided to unleash a power that no Jedi nor had used for some time, the Force Storm variant of force lightning. Raising his palm upward, an explosion of electrical energy happened around him.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>The Supercommandos were blasted back from the lightning blast, but it was too late for Insanus. The Mandalorians had kept him in once place long enough to flood the local area with a knockout gas. To ensure its success, the Mandalorians who survived the lightning all fired a hail of stun darts from their wristrocket apparatus"
9301,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=75,2014-12-06T19:01:00,Marsisian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nation of cool guys <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22702859#p22702859"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Marsisian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22702809#p22702809"">wrote</a>:</cite>Insanus, trying to deflect the Mandalorians' blaster bolts and worried about the Mandalorians behind him, he decided to unleash a power that no Jedi nor had used for some time, the Force Storm variant of force lightning. Raising his palm upward, an explosion of electrical energy happened around him.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>The Supercommandos were blasted back from the lightning blast, but it was too late for Insanus. The Mandalorians had kept him in once place long enough to flood the local area with a knockout gas. To ensure its success, the Mandalorians who survived the lightning all fired a hail of stun darts from their wristrocket apparatus</div></blockquote><br/>Insanus gasped and could not move, but luckily, a transmission came from the droid commander. ""Sir, we've arrived and we're now firing on each Imperial Star Destroyer in the vicinity, just as you ordered, General!"""
9302,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=75,2014-12-06T19:03:00,Nation of cool guys,"<blockquote><div><cite>Marsisian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22702920#p22702920"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Nation of cool guys <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22702859#p22702859"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><br/>The Supercommandos were blasted back from the lightning blast, but it was too late for Insanus. The Mandalorians had kept him in once place long enough to flood the local area with a knockout gas. To ensure its success, the Mandalorians who survived the lightning all fired a hail of stun darts from their wristrocket apparatus</div></blockquote><br/>Insanus gasped and could not move, but luckily, a transmission came from the droid commander. ""Sir, we've arrived and we're now firing on each Imperial Star Destroyer in the vicinity, just as you ordered, General!""</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>One of the Mandalorians fired several blasts of stun into Insanus, knocking him out completely.<br/>Meanwhile the Imperial and Mandalorian fleets engaged the returning separatist fleet."
9303,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=75,2014-12-06T19:09:00,The United Empire of Exucular,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nation of cool guys <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22701768#p22701768"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Admiral! Two new contacts!"" Shouted the scanner officer<br/><br/>""What and where!?"" Thrawn shouted<br/>""An Actis-class Interceptor just exited hyperspace, and a Venator-II Class Star Destroyer running on half power! We only just picked it up!""<br/><br/>""Contact both of them and state that we will be grateful for any assistance they can muster!"" Thrawn ordered.<br/><br/>Thrawn's ship was nearly in position now. He silently thanked the spirits that this cloaking device was installed.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Kyle Cosmos thought it out. Should I really be assisting the Empire? He dodged to the right as a TIE Fighter came roaring past as a Mandalorian craft pursued behind it. Cosmos decided to pretend to fight alongside the Imperials. Going after a vulture droid he shot at it but purposely missed. While mantaining a chase of the vulture droid Cosmos took out his Jedi beacon.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">I hope this works...</span><br/><br/>He began to speak into the device broadcasting to any Jedi transceiver in the System.<br/><br/>""Any Jedi, please respond. This is Kyle Cosmos declaring a Nine Thirteen Emergency!"""
9304,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=75,2014-12-06T19:11:00,Nation of cool guys,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nation of cool guys <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22702944#p22702944"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Marsisian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22702920#p22702920"">wrote</a>:</cite>Insanus gasped and could not move, but luckily, a transmission came from the droid commander. ""Sir, we've arrived and we're now firing on each Imperial Star Destroyer in the vicinity, just as you ordered, General!""</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>One of the Mandalorians fired several blasts of stun into Insanus, knocking him out completely. <br/>Meanwhile the Imperial and Mandalorian fleets engaged the returning separatist fleet.</div></blockquote><br/>The Mandalorians dragged the unconscious Insanus to a shuttle, where they transported him to one of the Mandalorian Dungeon ships, and placed him in a force sensitive holding cell, to prevent him from using his force abilities.<br/><br/><br/>Meanwhile, Thrawn's ship uncloaked behind the Separatist fleet, shields charged and weapons blazing. The Proton torpedos heavily damaged one Providence-class while turbolasers crippled two other Munificents."
9305,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=75,2014-12-06T19:15:00,Romus Maximus,"As they docked, Dos and his command squad, consisting of the twelve best ARCs in his legion boarded the cruiser only to discover that the Seppie commander was on the loose inside the cruiser. The thirteen of them judged that their pay would increase if they caught the man, so they began to walk through the ship, looking for him. Dos kept a grip on the lightsabers up his sleeves and prepared for a fight. The ARCs set their sensors to find a lifeform that had a variably different genetic code to everyone else on the ship. They quickly found the man surrounded by a squad of Mandolorians and the clones raised their guns in surprise. Dos dropped his hands out, still holding the lightsabers, and gestured for the guns to go down. They watched as the Mandolorians dragged him out and then headed towards the bridge."
9306,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=75,2014-12-06T19:25:00,Nation of cool guys,"<blockquote><div><cite>Romus Maximus <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22703129#p22703129"">wrote</a>:</cite>As they docked, Dos and his command squad, consisting of the twelve best ARCs in his legion boarded the cruiser only to discover that the Seppie commander was on the loose inside the cruiser. The thirteen of them judged that their pay would increase if they caught the man, so they began to walk through the ship, looking for him. Dos kept a grip on the lightsabers up his sleeves and prepared for a fight. The ARCs set their sensors to find a lifeform that had a variably different genetic code to everyone else on the ship. They quickly found the man surrounded by a squad of Mandolorians and the clones raised their guns in surprise. Dos dropped his hands out, still holding the lightsabers, and gestured for the guns to go down. They watched as the Mandolorians dragged him out and then headed towards the bridge.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>A small squad of Mandalorian Supercommandos came out of the bridge to meet with Dos.<br/>""The Admiral isn't aboard, his ship just decloaked behind the enemy fleet."""
9307,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=100,2014-12-06T19:30:00,Marsisian,"The General quickly woke up from the knockout gas but found himself in a horrible situation. Luckily they didn't take his lightsaber or radio communicator, though he knew he couldn't use his lightsaber. Instead, he sent a message to General Grievous and Asajj Ventress. ""This is General Insanus. I'm currently in a Mandalorian Dungeon ship near Naboo. Please help, I cannot use my force powers nor my lightsaber to get out of this.""<br/><br/>The Separatist fleet, seeing Thrawn's ship behind them, ordered two Providence destroyers to fire back while the rest of the fleet continued to fight."
9308,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=100,2014-12-06T19:34:00,Nation of cool guys,"Thrawn's ship, having done sufficient damage to the Seperatist Fleet, recloaked and entered hyperspace. The rest of the fleet prepared to enter hyperspace, and the vessel with Dos aboard also entered hyperspace, after returning Dos and his men to his vessel."
9309,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=100,2014-12-06T19:36:00,Marsisian,"The Separatist droid commander, looking at the fleet preparing to enter hyperspace, told Insanus. ""Sir, the enemy fleet is entering hyperspace!"" ""Oh, no. Now where will they be going...."" ""Pursue them and intercept any communications you can find!"""
9310,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=100,2014-12-06T19:42:00,Romus Maximus,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nation of cool guys <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22703306#p22703306"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Romus Maximus <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22703129#p22703129"">wrote</a>:</cite>As they docked, Dos and his command squad, consisting of the twelve best ARCs in his legion boarded the cruiser only to discover that the Seppie commander was on the loose inside the cruiser. The thirteen of them judged that their pay would increase if they caught the man, so they began to walk through the ship, looking for him. Dos kept a grip on the lightsabers up his sleeves and prepared for a fight. The ARCs set their sensors to find a lifeform that had a variably different genetic code to everyone else on the ship. They quickly found the man surrounded by a squad of Mandolorians and the clones raised their guns in surprise. Dos dropped his hands out, still holding the lightsabers, and gestured for the guns to go down. They watched as the Mandolorians dragged him out and then headed towards the bridge.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>A small squad of Mandalorian Supercommandos came out of the bridge to meet with Dos. <br/>""The Admiral isn't aboard, his ship just decloaked behind the enemy fleet.""</div></blockquote><br/>""So that was the command ship? We thank you for allowing us to dock and we shall be out of your hair very soon. We shall meet with your admiral."" He gave a very traditional bow and then they headed back to their cruiser and undocked making their way to the newly uncloaked cruiser."
9311,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=100,2014-12-06T19:43:00,Nation of cool guys,"Thrawn's fleet and Spar's fleet were now safely in hyperspace, bound for Kuat, where a second, larger Imperial fleet stood guarding the shipyards.<br/><br/>Spar contacted some of the outlying Mandalorian clans, telling them to bring in as many dreadnoughts as possible.<br/>If the Separatist fleet wanted to follow them, they'd fly right into a deathtrap."
9312,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=100,2014-12-06T19:48:00,Mifan,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Royally United Provinces <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22702608#p22702608"">wrote</a>:</cite>Jedi Master Jako, in his small hut on Mandalore, put the lightsaber parts before his Padawan. ""You are to assemble your lightsaber using the force. It will guide you. Choose your crystal color."" He layed out crystals and then pulled out his own saber. As he ignighted it, the purple blade made the room glow. ""Purple. The color of the Jedi taught to use powers of the dark side for good."" He gestured to the crystals. ""Each has a meaning so choose wisely."" The wide array of colors like a rainbow. ""Take your time Turner. Be wise."" He sat back.</div></blockquote><br/>Michael listened carefully to what Master Jako had to say. It was he, who saved Michael from being killed by a group of Storm Troopers, it was he who decided to help Michael continue his studies and hone his skills as a Jedi. If it wasn't for Jako, Michael would've been dead by now. He looked at the wide array of colors before him, and remembered what he was taught about the color of the crystals and their meanings at the Jedi Temple. Blue, the color of those who are much more physical. Green, for those who would try peace instead of violence. Yellow, those who try a balance of both. There were many more colors, all of which represents Michael in some way, but seeing his former master be killed in cold blood, affected his choice. He closed his eyes and focused on the blue crystal and the lightsaber parts that are in front of him. He needed new lightsabers since he lost his in the Jedi Temple after the Clones attacked. The crystal and lightsaber parts lifted off of the ground in front of him. He began to assemble the lightsaber, connecting one peace to the next. The Force was greatly helping him to assemble it, and he soon placed his crystal into the center of the lightsaber before encasing it inside of it.<br/><br/>Michael gently placed the lightsaber in front of him before opening his eyes and picking it up. He ignited it and the blue blade filled the room with the color of blue. He swung it carefully, in order to grip it and get used to the feeling of it. He was used to holding two at the same time, but one would have to do for the moment until he can find more parts and another blue crystal, unless his master had some hidden somewhere."
9313,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=100,2014-12-06T19:49:00,Romus Maximus,Dos used his sensors to track the exact route of the Imperial Fleet and in return judged a faster route. He would be there before they were.
9314,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=100,2014-12-06T20:10:00,Draica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Marsisian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22703374#p22703374"">wrote</a>:</cite>The General quickly woke up from the knockout gas but found himself in a horrible situation. Luckily they didn't take his lightsaber or radio communicator, though he knew he couldn't use his lightsaber. Instead, he sent a message to General Grievous and Asajj Ventress. ""This is General Insanus. I'm currently in a Mandalorian Dungeon ship near Naboo. Please help, I cannot use my force powers nor my lightsaber to get out of this."" <br/><br/>The Separatist fleet, seeing Thrawn's ship behind them, ordered two Providence destroyers to fire back while the rest of the fleet continued to fight.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>While standing next to General Griveous, Ventress saw the distress signal and put it through. Once hearing the general, she looked towards Griveous.<br/>""General griveous, we must go and help him. Track his signal and divert the fleet to him, we cannot let a valuable commander fall through the cracks."""
9315,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=100,2014-12-06T20:13:00,Pantorrum,"Grievous received the message, and turned to face Ventress.<br/>""Arhhh, Denos will have to wait. Commander, pull us out of Hyperspace. Set a course for Naboo.""<br/>He coughed, as they exited Hyperspace and turned around. Within minutes, the fleet was back in Hyperspace headed toward Naboo. He was obviously aggravated.<br/><br/>When the arrived, the fleet assumed positions behind the currently present Separatist Fleet.<br/><br/>""General, I am here. I will move in personally to...""<br/>He looked out, confused that the mandalorian forces were gone...<br/><br/>He turned, looking at Ventress again.<br/><br/>""Find him again. Where has he gone? I am not playing cat and mouse!!"" He roared, following up with a cough before slamming his fist into a nearby security droid, which fell to the ground sparking...."
9316,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=100,2014-12-06T20:54:00,The United Empire of Exucular,As Cosmos sailed through open space he looked out in the direction of the Separatist fleet. It was funny that only a few weeks ago he had been fighting to defeat the Confederacy and return them to the Galactic Republic. Now the Republic was gone and replaced by a new Empire. Him and the separatists were now in the same boat. Cosmos frowned as he hadn't recieved any responses as of yet. He would have to send a galaxy wide transmission in order to get a response from anyone that was left.
9317,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=100,2014-12-06T21:06:00,Romus Maximus,"Dos sat bored in his command chair as they pulled out of Hyperspace. He was hours ahead of the Admiral's fleet and was facing a completely new fleet above Kuat. He ordered the whole ship to be shut down except for scanners and life support, so as not to be detected by the fleet or any arriving fleets. It was, after all, a war-zone."
9318,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=100,2014-12-06T21:07:00,Capsland,"Tann got up. ""It seems those fighter are gone..."" He smile then he heard a transmission on the radio.<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">""Any Jedi, please respond. This is Kyle Cosmos declaring a Nine Thirteen Emergency!""</blockquote><br/>Tann eyes widened. ""There's more! Finally!"" he went down to the level of the radio and began to speak. ""Err, ye- yes this is Tann Zon, Jedi- Knight and Ki-Adi-Mindui's padawan. I am receiving your call, giving my co-ordinates now."" With that Tann pressed a button and sent his co-ordinates to the sender of the transmission, he landed his shuttle so the sender could find him. Luckily he found a nice ledge to hide himself from any scouts. He looked at the Arc trooper. ""A short de tour might come in handy..."""
9319,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=100,2014-12-06T21:12:00,Marsisian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pantorrum <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22703966#p22703966"">wrote</a>:</cite>Grievous received the message, and turned to face Ventress. <br/>""Arhhh, Denos will have to wait. Commander, pull us out of Hyperspace. Set a course for Naboo.""<br/>He coughed, as they exited Hyperspace and turned around. Within minutes, the fleet was back in Hyperspace headed toward Naboo. He was obviously aggravated. <br/><br/>When the arrived, the fleet assumed positions behind the currently present Separatist Fleet. <br/><br/>""General, I am here. I will move in personally to...""<br/>He looked out, confused that the mandalorian forces were gone...<br/><br/>He turned, looking at Ventress again. <br/><br/>""Find him again. Where has he gone? I am not playing cat and mouse!!"" He roared, following up with a cough before slamming his fist into a nearby security droid, which fell to the ground sparking....</div></blockquote><br/>""Wait... hold on... I feel that we are out of hyperspace. I'll try to find more information."" Putting his ear up to the wall, he faintly listened to a couple of Stormtroopers discuss something. ""You know, I don't even know why we're here and the Mandalorian guys on our ships."" ""Exactly. Wait, where are we again?"" ""Kuat, you dummy. This is the planet with all of the shipyards and stuff."" ""Oh, now I remember!""<br/><br/>""Wait, I know where I am, Grievous. Kuat."""
9320,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=100,2014-12-06T21:36:00,The United Empire of Exucular,"<blockquote><div><cite>Capsland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22704601#p22704601"">wrote</a>:</cite>Tann got up. ""It seems those fighter are gone..."" He smile then he heard a transmission on the radio.<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">""Any Jedi, please respond. This is Kyle Cosmos declaring a Nine Thirteen Emergency!""</blockquote><br/>Tann eyes widened. ""There's more! Finally!"" he went down to the level of the radio and began to speak. ""Err, ye- yes this is Tann Zon, Jedi- Knight and Ki-Adi-Mindui's padawan. I am receiving your call, giving my co-ordinates now."" With that Tann pressed a button and sent his co-ordinates to the sender of the transmission, he landed his shuttle so the sender could find him. Luckily he found a nice ledge to hide himself from any scouts. He looked at the Arc trooper. ""A short de tour might come in handy...""</div></blockquote><br/>At that moment Cosmos felt something he had not felt since the start of the Purge. Relief. Immediately he went towards the planet now that the Imperials were away. Entering the atmosphere he soared through the skies until he came to the coordinates of Tann Zon. Setting his ship down he kept out of the cockpit and started to look around. Taking his Jedi beacon out he sent a message to Tann.<br/><br/>""Tann Zon, this is Kyle Cosmos. I have landed at the coordinates you have sent me."""
9321,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=100,2014-12-06T21:56:00,Pantorrum,"A Munificent Cruiser had taken note of a fighter that they had seen on their scopes.<br/><br/>A pilot droid approached the ships droid commander.<br/>""Uh, Commander...we had a fighter on our scopes but it disappeared. It was not a droid, sir.""<br/>The Commander Droid looked at the screen and confirmed the Results.<br/><br/>He turned to a holocommunicator and contacted Grievous.<br/><br/>""General, we have spotted a potential enemy craft on the planet surface.""<br/><br/>The General was busy with planning how to free his ally from Kuat when the droid contacted him...<br/><br/>He turned, concerned.<br/>""I will have a land force sent. You will proceed to where you last seen him, and keep your vessel in the atmosphere. An army will be landed.""<br/><br/>He turned back, cutting the commanders hologram off.<br/><br/>""Ventress, you must go to Kuat stealthily and free him. I will be awaiting you either here or at Denos, depending on this Fighter and who it is.""<br/><br/>A Droid Landign Craft departed from one of the Lukrehulks carrying 1,000 B-1 Battle Droids, 20 Droidekas, and 200 Super Battle Droids. It landed on the ground, about 3 miles from the Jedi. Of course, the droids did not know where he was yet...<br/><br/>The Munificent Cruiser entered the atmosphere and scanned for the vessel waiting for something to show up...<br/><br/>Within a couple minutes, Droid Landing Craft had sent out 10 droids on STAP's and a 100 B-1 Battle Droids on foot, marching in block formation. They began to fan out, looking for any signs of the fighter."
9322,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=100,2014-12-07T01:18:00,Rhinocera,"She was dead. Nothing he said or did would change that. It didn't make it any easier to bear, though. She was dead and he had killed her. No, it wasn't him. It was Kenobi. If Kenobi hadn't been there, she would still be alive. At least, that was what Vader was thinking to himself as he pondered what had happened. The memories were bitter, nothing sweet whatsoever. Kenobi had been akin to an elder brother and had been his teacher. Yet when they found themselves face to face, he refused to acknowledge the truth. The Jedi were evil. Because of Kenobi's betrayals she was dead. If he hadn't went to Mustafar, she would still be alive and Vader wouldn't be... wait, he was still human. Human yes, but not entirely. Now, he was nearly as much a machine as he was a man. Kenobi would pay, of that Vader was certain. However, it was not the time for vengeance, but rather the time for something else entirely.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">On the Bridge of the Exactor, in Orbit over Kuat</span></div><br/><br/>Vader watched from the bridge as an Imperial fleet and a Mandalorian fleet appeared near the planet. After crosschecking the identification of the Imperial flagship, he realized which fleet it was. It appeared that Grand Admiral Thrawn was not some simple myth conjured by smugglers. It appeared the man was real. Vader walked to the communications center and looked at the Lieutenant manning his station. ""Contact the Chimaera. I wish to speak to the commander of this Imperial fleet immediately, aboard this vessel."" Vader then turned and walked back to the bridge, awaiting the message to be sent and the Grand Admiral retrieved. It appeared that the Mandalorian fleet was cooperating with Thrawn, which boded well for the Mandalorians. For despite their impressive force, the Kuati Garrison fleet dwarfed the meager assortment of aging warships and repurposed dungeon ships. As he considered this, he suddenly felt something. A disturbance in the force. Their was a Jedi within that fleet, on which ship he did not know. However, he did know one thing. Thrawn had better not be cooperating with this Jedi, lest he wish a fate that was death upon himself."
9323,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=100,2014-12-07T01:42:00,Romus Maximus,"As the Mando-Imperial fleet pulled out of Hyperspace Dos ordered the ship to be put to full power and pushed forwards. He could sense a large force presence in the original fleet that was above Kuat and he knew it could only be Anakin Skywalker. He hoped that Vader's ship would call him out before it started firing on him, if only because he would like to meet the boy that destroyed the Jedi."
9324,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=100,2014-12-07T05:53:00,The Royally United Provinces,"<blockquote><div><cite>Mifan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22703617#p22703617"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Royally United Provinces <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22702608#p22702608"">wrote</a>:</cite>Jedi Master Jako, in his small hut on Mandalore, put the lightsaber parts before his Padawan. ""You are to assemble your lightsaber using the force. It will guide you. Choose your crystal color."" He layed out crystals and then pulled out his own saber. As he ignighted it, the purple blade made the room glow. ""Purple. The color of the Jedi taught to use powers of the dark side for good."" He gestured to the crystals. ""Each has a meaning so choose wisely."" The wide array of colors like a rainbow. ""Take your time Turner. Be wise."" He sat back.</div></blockquote><br/>Michael listened carefully to what Master Jako had to say. It was he, who saved Michael from being killed by a group of Storm Troopers, it was he who decided to help Michael continue his studies and hone his skills as a Jedi. If it wasn't for Jako, Michael would've been dead by now. He looked at the wide array of colors before him, and remembered what he was taught about the color of the crystals and their meanings at the Jedi Temple. Blue, the color of those who are much more physical. Green, for those who would try peace instead of violence. Yellow, those who try a balance of both. There were many more colors, all of which represents Michael in some way, but seeing his former master be killed in cold blood, affected his choice. He closed his eyes and focused on the blue crystal and the lightsaber parts that are in front of him. He needed new lightsabers since he lost his in the Jedi Temple after the Clones attacked. The crystal and lightsaber parts lifted off of the ground in front of him. He began to assemble the lightsaber, connecting one peace to the next. The Force was greatly helping him to assemble it, and he soon placed his crystal into the center of the lightsaber before encasing it inside of it. <br/><br/>Michael gently placed the lightsaber in front of him before opening his eyes and picking it up. He ignited it and the blue blade filled the room with the color of blue. He swung it carefully, in order to grip it and get used to the feeling of it. He was used to holding two at the same time, but one would have to do for the moment until he can find more parts and another blue crystal, unless his master had some hidden somewhere.</div></blockquote><br/>""Good. Practice with it downstairs."" He began to prepare food. Food he hunted for himself. As soon as he started his fighter began to glow red from the cockpit. A transmission. He rush to it and climbed inside to hear the transmission.<br/><br/><br/>[<blockquote><div><cite>The United Empire of Exucular <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22703050#p22703050"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Nation of cool guys <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22701768#p22701768"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Admiral! Two new contacts!"" Shouted the scanner officer<br/><br/>""What and where!?"" Thrawn shouted<br/>""An Actis-class Interceptor just exited hyperspace, and a Venator-II Class Star Destroyer running on half power! We only just picked it up!""<br/><br/>""Contact both of them and state that we will be grateful for any assistance they can muster!"" Thrawn ordered.<br/><br/>Thrawn's ship was nearly in position now. He silently thanked the spirits that this cloaking device was installed.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Kyle Cosmos thought it out. Should I really be assisting the Empire? He dodged to the right as a TIE Fighter came roaring past as a Mandalorian craft pursued behind it. Cosmos decided to pretend to fight alongside the Imperials. Going after a vulture droid he shot at it but purposely missed. While mantaining a chase of the vulture droid Cosmos took out his Jedi beacon.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">I hope this works...</span><br/><br/>He began to speak into the device broadcasting to any Jedi transceiver in the System.<br/><br/>""Any Jedi, please respond. This is Kyle Cosmos declaring a Nine Thirteen Emergency!""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Another Jedi requesting help. He answered the two other jedi. ""This is Jedi Master Jako and his padawan Michael Turner. We are coming to your coordinates to help. Master Jako out."" He ended his transmission and rushed down to Michael. ""We need to go. Another jedi needs help."" He pulled out a box of more light saber parts and put them in the second seat in the star fighter. ""I knew you wanted a second one."" Come on. We must be quick."" He started the star fighter. The adventure goes on."
9325,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=100,2014-12-07T06:58:00,Capsland,"<blockquote><div><cite>The United Empire of Exucular <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22705043#p22705043"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Capsland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22704601#p22704601"">wrote</a>:</cite>Tann got up. ""It seems those fighter are gone..."" He smile then he heard a transmission on the radio.<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">""Any Jedi, please respond. This is Kyle Cosmos declaring a Nine Thirteen Emergency!""</blockquote><br/>Tann eyes widened. ""There's more! Finally!"" he went down to the level of the radio and began to speak. ""Err, ye- yes this is Tann Zon, Jedi- Knight and Ki-Adi-Mindui's padawan. I am receiving your call, giving my co-ordinates now."" With that Tann pressed a button and sent his co-ordinates to the sender of the transmission, he landed his shuttle so the sender could find him. Luckily he found a nice ledge to hide himself from any scouts. He looked at the Arc trooper. ""A short de tour might come in handy...""</div></blockquote><br/>At that moment Cosmos felt something he had not felt since the start of the Purge. Relief. Immediately he went towards the planet now that the Imperials were away. Entering the atmosphere he soared through the skies until he came to the coordinates of Tann Zon. Setting his ship down he kept out of the cockpit and started to look around. Taking his Jedi beacon out he sent a message to Tann. <br/><br/>""Tann Zon, this is Kyle Cosmos. I have landed at the coordinates you have sent me.""</div></blockquote><br/>Tann saw the ship land in front of him. He ran out to meet Kyle outside of his ship.<br/>""I can't believe there's more, well I knew Obi Wan made it out because of his message but I didn't think there would be more!"" Tann was so excited, he could hardly breathe. ""I've been in hiding on Naboo since the purge, the Queen here helped the Jedi but shes been captured by the Empire. Now the CIS is here! I think we need to leave this place before it becomes more of a battleground"" Then he heard his transmission beacon bleep and light up. Tann ran to play the message.<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">""This is Jedi Master Jako and his padawan Michael Turner. We are coming to your coordinates to help. Master Jako out.""</blockquote><br/>""This is Jedi-Knight, Tann Zon. Padawan to Master Ki-Adi-Mundi. We are leaving Naboo and on our way to the outer rim world Utapau. Please meet us there"" Then Tann grabbed the Arc Trooper he had captive. ""C'mon"" He pulled him to Kyle's ship and sat him down. He walked over to Kyle. ""Don't mind the Arc Trooper, he's my captive. A second chance so to say in case the Empire tries anything. I think we should head to Utapau, it's a CIS world and it's not on the front line so we won't find any trouble there. Also, we should take your ship, it's faster, trust me"" With that he got his belogings from his ship and put them onto Kyle's ship, he also got a detonator and placed thermal bombs all over his ship. ""We don't want the Empire to find this"" He pressed the button on his detonator and blew up his ship. Now he was sat down in Kyle's ship ready to go."
9326,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=100,2014-12-07T08:50:00,Pantorrum,"The droid army that landed on Naboo noticed the Explosion, and went charging forward. STAP's zoomed over head, turning around and surrounding them. The Munificent Frigate called for Fighter support, and 3 Vulture Droids came zooming down toward them, patrolling the skies.<br/><br/>The army of 100 B-1 Battle droids soon arrived, with one group of 50 in block formation followed by another group of 50 in block formation that would act as a second wave.<br/><br/>A commander stood in the front and spoke up.<br/>""Identify yourself immediately."""
9327,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=100,2014-12-07T09:17:00,Cainesland,"<blockquote><div><cite>Cainesland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22702804#p22702804"">wrote</a>:</cite>The ship began to lower down into the atmosphere. Approached and landed in hanger B. Upon exiting the vessel Tyger noticed the hanger had tonnes of droids walking about. Tyger was confused. The battle droids began walking up to him with their guns drawn. ""Surrender"" ""surrender"" the battle droids repeated ""Droid! I am a colonel in this army, I outrank you. Where is your commanding droid?"" A droid in the back said ""I am the commanding officer here, colonel"". ""Good, I'm here to meet the queen"". ""The queen isn't here sir"". ""Where did she go?"". ""We don't know sir"". ""So she's not on the planet?"". ""Roger Roger"". ""You look like your on fairly high alert droids, what are you looking out for?"". ""Were looking for the criminal Insanus sir"". ""Thank you commander, as you were"". ""Roger roger... you heard the colonel, back to your posts"" said the droid commander and the droids backed off right after.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Explosions could be heard outside the royal hangers as the separatists besieged the planet. Knowing his reason for being there was to attend a ceremony with the queen, and with the queen no longer on the planet, he decided he'd have to leave. But no way was he going to take off without permission from the attacking fleet. He reboarded the ship and began broadcasting.<br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>""Hello I am Colonel Mustard, contacting the confederacy armada over naboo. Requesting allowance for takeoff."".</div></blockquote>"
9328,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=100,2014-12-07T09:21:00,Pantorrum,"Grievous noticed a transmission from an unknown source. He looked and seen they were requesting to leave...<br/><br/>With the ground armies attacking the unknown beings on the surface below, he decided he would look into this himself.<br/><br/>He walked over to the holo-communicator and sent a holographic message.<br/><br/>""I am General Grievous, Supreme Commander of the Confederacy of Independent Systems. You will dock with my Providence Class Battleship, and after a small investigation, you will be allowed to leave.""<br/>The General coughed, ending the transmission."
9329,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=100,2014-12-07T09:32:00,Cainesland,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pantorrum <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22709503#p22709503"">wrote</a>:</cite>Grievous noticed a transmission from an unknown source. He looked and seen they were requesting to leave...<br/><br/>With the ground armies attacking the unknown beings on the surface below, he decided he would look into this himself. <br/><br/>He walked over to the holo-communicator and sent a holographic message. <br/><br/>""I am General Grievous, Supreme Commander of the Confederacy of Independent Systems. You will dock with my Providence Class Battleship, and after a small investigation, you will be allowed to leave.""<br/>The General coughed, ending the transmission.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Colonel mustard acknowledged the transmission from the supreme commander of the confederate armada and droid armies. ""Roger that, I will dock soon"". He waited for grievous to hang up first as it was a protocol when he was in the separatist army to have a rank superior end transmissions first. When the general hung up, so too did he moments later and then the engines fired up and out from the hanger he went. Mustard could see below the battles taking place on the street and the roof of the hanger in disrepair from the bombing, it looked ready to collapse. He thought to himself <not a moment too soon>.<br/><br/>-10 minutes later-<br/><br/>Tygers vessel approached the providence class vessel and let the tractor beams bring him in. Upon landing he began to exit the craft and waited for inspection."
9330,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=100,2014-12-07T09:50:00,Pantorrum,"Grievous himself left the bridge, meeting up with a dozen B1 Battle Droids. They soon arrive in the hanger, and the droids commended to inspect the vessel.<br/>""Tell me, Colonel Mustard, who are you and why were you on Naboo at a time like this?"" He coughed, before continuing.<br/>""Where do your loyalties lay?""<br/><br/>the droids were making quick work of the inspection, finding nothing seriously wrong...they continued to look, and would be done soon..."
9331,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=100,2014-12-07T09:59:00,Cainesland,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pantorrum <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22709836#p22709836"">wrote</a>:</cite>Grievous himself left the bridge, meeting up with a dozen B1 Battle Droids. They soon arrive in the hanger, and the droids commended to inspect the vessel. <br/>""Tell me, Colonel Mustard, who are you and why were you on Naboo at a time like this?"" He coughed, before continuing. <br/>""Where do your loyalties lay?""<br/><br/>the droids were making quick work of the inspection, finding nothing seriously wrong...they continued to look, and would be done soon...</div></blockquote><br/><br/>My Name is Tyger Rexall Mustard. I am a retired colonel in the seperatist army. I am a major galactic aristocrat and I was on naboo because I was here to attend a ceremony with the queen, which as a noble was expected of me.<br/>Where do my loyalties lie? Well... That's a complicated mass of wires to untangle, I could try, not sure if you have the time though."
9332,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=125,2014-12-07T10:02:00,Pantorrum,"Grievous sneered, and coughed a little. He examined him, and determined he was no major threat to the CIS.<br/>""I do not have the time. You are free to go, we have a lot of work to do. First, though, tell me where you are going?"" Grievous wanted to make sure he wasn't going to an Imperial Planet...they did not know Grievous had been revived..."
9333,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=125,2014-12-07T10:15:00,Cainesland,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pantorrum <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22710010#p22710010"">wrote</a>:</cite>Grievous sneered, and coughed a little. He examined him, and determined he was no major threat to the CIS. <br/>""I do not have the time. You are free to go, we have a lot of work to do. First, though, tell me where you are going?"" Grievous wanted to make sure he wasn't going to an Imperial Planet...they did not know Grievous had been revived...</div></blockquote><br/>I am planning on going to Geonosis. I finance the droid armies construction and want to inspect them to make sure their progress is continuing unabated as planned. Then maybe coruscant to talk politics and make sure certain interests get their way in the imperial senate. After that Mandalore for ceremonial reasons and then alderaan to discuss my business dealings there. I don't know if you want to know more then that however."
9334,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=125,2014-12-07T10:18:00,Pantorrum,"The General wheezed a little, half coughing.<br/>""Excellent, you may continue. I would avoid future War Zones if I were you.""<br/>He coughed, turning around and dismissing him. The droids fell in line and followed, as the door closed behind them..."
9335,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=125,2014-12-07T10:39:00,Cainesland,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pantorrum <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22710191#p22710191"">wrote</a>:</cite>The General wheezed a little, half coughing. <br/>""Excellent, you may continue. I would avoid future War Zones if I were you.""<br/>He coughed, turning around and dismissing him. The droids fell in line and followed, as the door closed behind them...</div></blockquote><br/>"" Indubitably General, if I'm told of any future war zones I'll be sure to avoid them. Thank you general. Have a grand day"" Said Mustard, handing the general a thousand credits for his good effort before turning around to board the ship again and depart from the providence."
9336,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=125,2014-12-07T10:44:00,Nation of cool guys,"<blockquote><div><cite>Romus Maximus <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22707122#p22707122"">wrote</a>:</cite>As the Mando-Imperial fleet pulled out of Hyperspace Dos ordered the ship to be put to full power and pushed forwards. He could sense a large force presence in the original fleet that was above Kuat and he knew it could only be Anakin Skywalker. He hoped that Vader's ship would call him out before it started firing on him, if only because he would like to meet the boy that destroyed the Jedi.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Thrawn contacted Dos's ship, saying ""Ah, welcome, commander Dos. Rest assured the matter of your payment will be settled shortly. How would you prefer your payment? I'm afraid we have limited cash credits on hand..."""
9337,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=125,2014-12-07T11:24:00,Mifan,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Royally United Provinces <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22707998#p22707998"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Mifan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22703617#p22703617"">wrote</a>:</cite>Michael listened carefully to what Master Jako had to say. It was he, who saved Michael from being killed by a group of Storm Troopers, it was he who decided to help Michael continue his studies and hone his skills as a Jedi. If it wasn't for Jako, Michael would've been dead by now. He looked at the wide array of colors before him, and remembered what he was taught about the color of the crystals and their meanings at the Jedi Temple. Blue, the color of those who are much more physical. Green, for those who would try peace instead of violence. Yellow, those who try a balance of both. There were many more colors, all of which represents Michael in some way, but seeing his former master be killed in cold blood, affected his choice. He closed his eyes and focused on the blue crystal and the lightsaber parts that are in front of him. He needed new lightsabers since he lost his in the Jedi Temple after the Clones attacked. The crystal and lightsaber parts lifted off of the ground in front of him. He began to assemble the lightsaber, connecting one peace to the next. The Force was greatly helping him to assemble it, and he soon placed his crystal into the center of the lightsaber before encasing it inside of it. <br/><br/>Michael gently placed the lightsaber in front of him before opening his eyes and picking it up. He ignited it and the blue blade filled the room with the color of blue. He swung it carefully, in order to grip it and get used to the feeling of it. He was used to holding two at the same time, but one would have to do for the moment until he can find more parts and another blue crystal, unless his master had some hidden somewhere.</div></blockquote><br/>""Good. Practice with it downstairs."" He began to prepare food. Food he hunted for himself. As soon as he started his fighter began to glow red from the cockpit. A transmission. He rush to it and climbed inside to hear the transmission.<br/><br/><br/>[<blockquote><div><cite>The United Empire of Exucular <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22703050#p22703050"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Kyle Cosmos thought it out. Should I really be assisting the Empire? He dodged to the right as a TIE Fighter came roaring past as a Mandalorian craft pursued behind it. Cosmos decided to pretend to fight alongside the Imperials. Going after a vulture droid he shot at it but purposely missed. While mantaining a chase of the vulture droid Cosmos took out his Jedi beacon.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">I hope this works...</span><br/><br/>He began to speak into the device broadcasting to any Jedi transceiver in the System.<br/><br/>""Any Jedi, please respond. This is Kyle Cosmos declaring a Nine Thirteen Emergency!""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Another Jedi requesting help. He answered the two other jedi. ""This is Jedi Master Jako and his padawan Michael Turner. We are coming to your coordinates to help. Master Jako out."" He ended his transmission and rushed down to Michael. ""We need to go. Another jedi needs help."" He pulled out a box of more light saber parts and put them in the second seat in the star fighter. ""I knew you wanted a second one."" Come on. We must be quick."" He started the star fighter. The adventure goes on.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Thank you master."" Michael was glad that his master actually knew that he wanted a second lightsaber. Now he could use his full potential against the Empire. He picked up the box and dumped the parts in front of him, quickly using the force to pick the parts up and another blue crystal. He put the pieces together quickly and carefully, before encasing the crystal inside. Opening his eyes, he grabbed the lightsaber and ignited it, then deactivated it before putting it on his belt with the other lightsaber. He got in the star fighter with Jako, wondering where the Jedi was and what danger he was in."
9338,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=125,2014-12-07T11:30:00,Nation of cool guys,"Thrawn's communication officer walked onto the bridge. ""Admiral, we've intercepted a wide spectrum signal from the Naboo system.""<br/>Thrawn looked up at the officer. ""Yes, what is it?""<br/>The officer continued; saying ""It wasn't heavily encrypted, we cracked it without an issue. It was a Jedi signal.""<br/>Thrawn stood up suddenly. ""You mean to tell me that there may be more Jedi heading for that system now?""<br/>The officer nodded. ""It's possible, sir.""<br/><br/>Thrawn dismissed the officer and immediately contacted Darth Vader.<br/><br/>""Lord Vader, this is Grand Admiral Thrawn. We have just intercepted a Jedi signal from Naboo, and we have reason to believe that there may be more Jedi in the system. I will be moving to the system as soon as we repair the minor damages to my fleet, it should only be a matter of an hour or two."""
9339,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=125,2014-12-07T11:40:00,Nation of cool guys,"Thrawn's fleet, reinforced with 3 Victory-class and 3 more Venator-IIs, fully refueled, and Spar's fleet ready as well, entered hyperspace for Naboo yet another time.<br/>Thrawn's own ship, as well as Spar's flagship are both cloaked as well.<br/>Roughly 900,000 credits were left at Kuat for Dos.<br/><br/>The Mandalorian Flagship charged its inderdictors to halt hyperspace travel in the Naboo region...."
9340,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=125,2014-12-07T11:52:00,Nation of cool guys,"Thrawn's and Spar's cloaked ships emerged from Hyperspace over Naboo, invisible to all sensors. The rest of the fleet is nowhere to be seen.<br/><br/>Both heavily armed and modified flagships moved to the location Tann's ship was still drifting, still cloaked.<br/><br/>The Mandalorian ship activated its Inderdictors, stopping all ships in the sector from entering hyperspace."
9341,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=125,2014-12-07T12:13:00,Nation of cool guys,"Thrawn's ship created a sensor lock on the Jedi ship leaving the planet.<br/><br/>""Ah, we have you now"" he said. ""Mandalore, prepare to bring it into your hanger bay and instruct a full complement of Mandalorian Supercommandos to prepare to board. I'll leave the rest to you""<br/><br/>The Jedi ship lurched as the invisible Mandalorian ship dragged the ship towards its hangar bay.<br/><br/>It decloaked only long enough to open its hangar doors and pull the ship inside, before it vanished off all sensors again."
9342,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=125,2014-12-07T12:30:00,Capsland,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nation of cool guys <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22711771#p22711771"">wrote</a>:</cite>Thrawn's ship created a sensor lock on the Jedi ship leaving the planet. <br/><br/>""Ah, we have you now"" he said. ""Mandalore, prepare to bring it into your hanger bay and instruct a full complement of Mandalorian Supercommandos to prepare to board. I'll leave the rest to you""<br/><br/>The Jedi ship lurched as the invisible Mandalorian ship dragged the ship towards its hangar bay. <br/><br/>It decloaked only long enough to open its hangar doors and pull the ship inside, before it vanished off all sensors again.</div></blockquote><br/>Tann felt the ship shake as the tractor beams got hold of the ship and forced it into the hangar. ""Well, I guess this is it... time to go out with a bang"" As the ship landed, Tann opened the back door, revealing himself the to Mandalorian super commandos. ""Really? Mandalorians?"" Tann ignited his two lightsabers ""I've killed hundreds of you in the clone wars, time to do it again"" Tann walked out slowly with his lightsabers slightly grazing the floor, leaving a trail of burned metal. He waited for the Mandalorians to make the first move."
9343,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=125,2014-12-07T12:32:00,The United Empire of Exucular,"Cosmos sighed as he watched the ship get closer and closer to the hanger bay. We escape the CIS just to get captured by the Imperials and Mandolorians. No wonder his hyperdrive didn't work, this ship was blocking their exit from the system. While he still had the chance he sent a message to Jako.<br/><br/>""Jako, this is Cosmos. I don't want to say it but we've been captured by what seems to be a cloakable ship. Unless you have an army with you I woudn't come to Naboo. CIS have taken control of the System and they have forces on the planet. If what I'm seeing in front of me is true than the Imperials or Mandolorians have arrived as well. Good luck Jako, I hope we can meet if we can get out of this one. May the Force be with you.""<br/><br/>Cosmos walked out of the ship with both light sabers drawn. The Mandolorians weren't allied with the Imperials were they? He hoped not."
9344,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=125,2014-12-07T12:35:00,Nation of cool guys,"<blockquote><div><cite>Capsland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22712023#p22712023"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Nation of cool guys <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22711771#p22711771"">wrote</a>:</cite>Thrawn's ship created a sensor lock on the Jedi ship leaving the planet. <br/><br/>""Ah, we have you now"" he said. ""Mandalore, prepare to bring it into your hanger bay and instruct a full complement of Mandalorian Supercommandos to prepare to board. I'll leave the rest to you""<br/><br/>The Jedi ship lurched as the invisible Mandalorian ship dragged the ship towards its hangar bay. <br/><br/>It decloaked only long enough to open its hangar doors and pull the ship inside, before it vanished off all sensors again.</div></blockquote><br/>Tann felt the ship shake as the tractor beams got hold of the ship and forced it into the hangar. ""Well, I guess this is it... time to go out with a bang"" As the ship landed, Tann opened the back door, revealing himself the to Mandalorian super commandos. ""Really? Mandalorians?"" Tann ignited his two lightsabers ""I've killed hundreds of you in the clone wars, time to do it again"" Tann walked out slowly with his lightsabers slightly grazing the floor, leaving a trail of burned metal. He waited for the Mandalorians to make the first move.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The lead Mandalorian smiled, and said ""You may have fought the Deathwatch, but you have not fought the Supercommandos. I'll tell you right now that pretty light stick of yours won't do much against true Mandalorian Iron.""<br/>He signalled, and all the hangar doors closed. On the ceiling, several Basilisk War Droids began activating as the Mandalorians drew their Vibroblades.<br/>The lead Mandalorian stepped forward into an obviously expert dueling pose, and said ""Put down your weapons, or we can do this the hard way."""
9345,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=125,2014-12-07T12:39:00,Capsland,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nation of cool guys <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22712094#p22712094"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Capsland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22712023#p22712023"">wrote</a>:</cite>Tann felt the ship shake as the tractor beams got hold of the ship and forced it into the hangar. ""Well, I guess this is it... time to go out with a bang"" As the ship landed, Tann opened the back door, revealing himself the to Mandalorian super commandos. ""Really? Mandalorians?"" Tann ignited his two lightsabers ""I've killed hundreds of you in the clone wars, time to do it again"" Tann walked out slowly with his lightsabers slightly grazing the floor, leaving a trail of burned metal. He waited for the Mandalorians to make the first move.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The lead Mandalorian smiled, and said ""You may have fought the Deathwatch, but you have not fought the Supercommandos. I'll tell you right now that pretty light stick of yours won't do much against true Mandalorian Iron.""<br/>He signalled, and all the hangar doors closed. On the ceiling, several Basilisk War Droids began activating as the Mandalorians drew their Vibroblades.<br/>The lead Mandalorian stepped forward into an obviously expert dueling pose, and said ""Put down your weapons, or we can do this the hard way.""</div></blockquote><br/>""But wheres the fun in that?"" Tann stepped forward and pointed his blue lightsaber at the Mandalorian. ""Are we gonna do this or what?"" Tann smiled He then shouted to Kyle. ""Kyle! I'll be alright, just focus on protecting the ship!"" Tann's face now turned serious, he was mustering as much concentration as possible."
9346,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=125,2014-12-07T12:43:00,Nation of cool guys,"<blockquote><div><cite>Capsland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22712142#p22712142"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Nation of cool guys <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22712094#p22712094"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>The lead Mandalorian smiled, and said ""You may have fought the Deathwatch, but you have not fought the Supercommandos. I'll tell you right now that pretty light stick of yours won't do much against true Mandalorian Iron.""<br/>He signalled, and all the hangar doors closed. On the ceiling, several Basilisk War Droids began activating as the Mandalorians drew their Vibroblades.<br/>The lead Mandalorian stepped forward into an obviously expert dueling pose, and said ""Put down your weapons, or we can do this the hard way.""</div></blockquote><br/>""But wheres the fun in that?"" Tann stepped forward and pointed his blue lightsaber at the Mandalorian. ""Are we gonna do this or what?"" Tann smiled He then shouted to Kyle. ""Kyle! I'll be alright, just focus on protecting the ship!"" Tann's face now turned serious, he was mustering as much concentration as possible.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Unbeknownst to the capture Jedi, the two cloaked ships entered hyperspace shortly after the ship was captured.<br/><br/>The Mandalorian feinted forward then leaped back as a Basilisk War Droid fell from the ceiling and nearly landed on top of Tann. It unleashed a stream of stun bolts at Tann and the open door to the shuttle as Several Mandalorians threw a special type of grenade at the shuttle.<br/><br/>While all this happened the doors leading out of the hanger were sealed, and blast doors did the same over them."
9347,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=125,2014-12-07T12:45:00,The United Empire of Exucular,"Cosmos lowered his lightsabers as a sign of good faith but still kept them ignited. If he needed to defend himself and Tann he would but he didn't want to pick a fight now. However he still stayed in defensive position in front of the ship. The Imperials could already have returned to the Naboo System. He wanted to leave now.<br/>""Before I do why is it that you've taken us prisoner? We haven't done anything to your ship or people.""<br/><br/>Cosmos released a force push in an attempt to stop the grenade and topple the droid."
9348,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=125,2014-12-07T12:51:00,Nation of cool guys,"<blockquote><div><cite>The United Empire of Exucular <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22712236#p22712236"">wrote</a>:</cite>Cosmos lowered his lightsabers as a sign of good faith but still kept them ignited. If he needed to defend himself and Tann he would but he didn't want to pick a fight now. However he still stayed in defensive position in front of the ship. The Imperials could already have returned to the Naboo System. He wanted to leave now. <br/>""Before I do why is it that you've taken us prisoner? We haven't done anything to your ship or people.""<br/><br/>Cosmos released a force push in an attempt to stop the grenade and topple the droid.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The droid wobbled and then backed off, letting the Mandalorian captain forward again.<br/><br/>The captain said ""One of you is responsible for forcefully taking an ARC captain prisoner. And you should know that Jedi have been enemies of Mandalore for many long years. Our allegiance with the Empire is based on the treaty that we work together to find the missing Jedi and vanquish the Separatists to restore Peace and Order to the galaxy.<br/><br/>The grenades exploded, releasing a knockout gas. Then, several vents throughout the hangar started venting the same gas into the hangar.<br/><br/>""I'm afraid you have no choice either way, Jedi"""
9349,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=125,2014-12-07T13:15:00,Romus Maximus,"Dos recieved his 900,000 credits and sent a long range communication that basically said thanks. He then ordered the ship to be taken into Hyperspace heading towards Raxus Secundus."
9350,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=125,2014-12-07T13:37:00,Nation of cool guys,"Thrawn and Spar's flagships exited hyperspace once again over Kuat, where the part of the Imperial and Mandalorian fleets were being fitted with special top secret upgrades. Already equipped with the prerequisite technology, the 6 Imperial-class Star Destroyers were ready. The Mandalorian fleet was almost 30% complete.<br/><br/>The other portions of the fleet were away at other Imperial or Mandalorian controlled shipyards being fitted with the same upgrades. They would Rendevous at Kuat within a week."
9351,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=125,2014-12-07T13:43:00,The United Empire of Exucular,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nation of cool guys <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22712307#p22712307"">wrote</a>:</cite>The droid wobbled and then backed off, letting the Mandalorian captain forward again.<br/><br/>The captain said ""One of you is responsible for forcefully taking an ARC captain prisoner. And you should know that Jedi have been enemies of Mandalore for many long years. Our allegiance with the Empire is based on the treaty that we work together to find the missing Jedi and vanquish the Separatists to restore Peace and Order to the galaxy.<br/><br/>The grenades exploded, releasing a knockout gas. Then, several vents throughout the hangar started venting the same gas into the hangar.<br/><br/>""I'm afraid you have no choice either way, Jedi""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Cosmos began to use a force technique called breath control. The technique allowed him to go a fairly long period of time without breathing so that the knockout gas wouldn affect him. However he couldn't use it forever and there were armed soldiers in front of him.<br/><br/>""And what's to stop the Empire from breaking that treaty. When the Confederacy is defeated and the Galaxy is theirs don't you think they'll want to take Mandalore?"""
9352,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=125,2014-12-07T13:49:00,Nation of cool guys,"<blockquote><div><cite>The United Empire of Exucular <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22713160#p22713160"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Nation of cool guys <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22712307#p22712307"">wrote</a>:</cite>The droid wobbled and then backed off, letting the Mandalorian captain forward again.<br/><br/>The captain said ""One of you is responsible for forcefully taking an ARC captain prisoner. And you should know that Jedi have been enemies of Mandalore for many long years. Our allegiance with the Empire is based on the treaty that we work together to find the missing Jedi and vanquish the Separatists to restore Peace and Order to the galaxy.<br/><br/>The grenades exploded, releasing a knockout gas. Then, several vents throughout the hangar started venting the same gas into the hangar.<br/><br/>""I'm afraid you have no choice either way, Jedi""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Cosmos began to use a force technique called breath control. The technique allowed him to go a fairly long period of time without breathing so that the knockout gas wouldn affect him. However he couldn't use it forever and there were armed soldiers in front of him. <br/><br/>""And what's to stop the Empire from breaking that treaty. When the Confederacy is defeated and the Galaxy is theirs don't you think they'll want to take Mandalore?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Mandalore is too valuable to the Empire. But I'm not here to speak of such things."" He paused and motioned to his comrades. ""The less you resist, the less painful this will be.""<br/><br/>From several balconies, previously hidden Darktroopers equipped with E-WEB repeating rifles opened fire on Cosmos, with weapons set to stun. The Mandalorians in front of the Jedi simultaneously fired stun darts, and the massive Basilisk droids blocked the Jedi's escape from behind"
9353,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=125,2014-12-07T14:02:00,The Royally United Provinces,"The ship jetted off to an asteroid where a hyper drive ring was hidden. They shot off for Naboo. ""We are going to help our jedi friends. They were caught on Naboo. I can't let them be killed."" They flew through space. ""Be ready for a fight."" He sent a transmission back. ""Hang on as long as you can. We will help you get out of there. Master Jako out."""
9354,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=125,2014-12-07T14:15:00,The United Empire of Exucular,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nation of cool guys <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22713259#p22713259"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The United Empire of Exucular <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22713160#p22713160"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Cosmos began to use a force technique called breath control. The technique allowed him to go a fairly long period of time without breathing so that the knockout gas wouldn affect him. However he couldn't use it forever and there were armed soldiers in front of him. <br/><br/>""And what's to stop the Empire from breaking that treaty. When the Confederacy is defeated and the Galaxy is theirs don't you think they'll want to take Mandalore?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Mandalore is too valuable to the Empire. But I'm not here to speak of such things."" He paused and motioned to his comrades. ""The less you resist, the less painful this will be.""<br/><br/>From several balconies, previously hidden Darktroopers equipped with E-WEB repeating rifles opened fire on Cosmos, with weapons set to stun. The Mandalorians in front of the Jedi simultaneously fired stun darts, and the massive Basilisk droids blocked the Jedi's escape from behind</div></blockquote><br/>After deflecting a few shots Cosmos realized that he couldn't keep it up with this amount of fire. Leaping into the air he unleashed a force blast in all directions before coming down on top of the Basilisk droid. Using the force he gripped the machine at lifted it up on its hind legs using it as a sort of Human shield against the Commandos."
9355,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=125,2014-12-07T15:22:00,Nation of cool guys,"<blockquote><div><cite>The United Empire of Exucular <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22713703#p22713703"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Nation of cool guys <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22713259#p22713259"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""Mandalore is too valuable to the Empire. But I'm not here to speak of such things."" He paused and motioned to his comrades. ""The less you resist, the less painful this will be.""<br/><br/>From several balconies, previously hidden Darktroopers equipped with E-WEB repeating rifles opened fire on Cosmos, with weapons set to stun. The Mandalorians in front of the Jedi simultaneously fired stun darts, and the massive Basilisk droids blocked the Jedi's escape from behind</div></blockquote><br/>After deflecting a few shots Cosmos realized that he couldn't keep it up with this amount of fire. Leaping into the air he unleashed a force blast in all directions before coming down on top of the Basilisk droid. Using the force he gripped the machine at lifted it up on its hind legs using it as a sort of Human shield against the Commandos.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>A few of the younger Mandalorians toppled over with the force blast, but the others, who were magnetically braced to the ground, only wavered for a few moments before resuming their punishing fire.<br/><br/><br/>Around the sides of the hangar, several more Darktroopers worked around the walls to fire on the Jedi's sides and rear.<br/><br/><br/>It could only be a matter of time before Cosmos ran out of breath and got knocked out by the gas.<br/><br/><br/><br/><br/>Meanwhile onboard Thrawn's ship, Spar accompanied Thrawn to Insanus's force-sensetive cell.<br/><br/>Spar, in full Mandalorian battle armor and holding a Vibroblade, stepped in first, and Thrawn entered next, followed by another Mandalorian. Two more Supercommandos waited outside.<br/>""Hello General. I just have a few questions I would like to ask you"" Thrawn said"
9356,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=125,2014-12-07T15:24:00,Marsisian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nation of cool guys <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22714775#p22714775"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The United Empire of Exucular <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22713703#p22713703"">wrote</a>:</cite>After deflecting a few shots Cosmos realized that he couldn't keep it up with this amount of fire. Leaping into the air he unleashed a force blast in all directions before coming down on top of the Basilisk droid. Using the force he gripped the machine at lifted it up on its hind legs using it as a sort of Human shield against the Commandos.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>A few of the younger Mandalorians toppled over with the force blast, but the others, who were magnetically braced to the ground, only wavered for a few moments before resuming their punishing fire. <br/><br/><br/>Around the sides of the hangar, several more Darktroopers worked around the walls to fire on the Jedi's sides and rear.<br/><br/><br/>It could only be a matter of time before Cosmos ran out of breath and got knocked out by the gas.<br/><br/><br/><br/><br/>Meanwhile onboard Thrawn's ship, Spar accompanied Thrawn to Insanus's force-sensetive cell.<br/><br/>Spar, in full Mandalorian battle armor and holding a Vibroblade, stepped in first, and Thrawn entered next, followed by another Mandalorian. Two more Supercommandos waited outside.<br/>""Hello General. I just have a few questions I would like to ask you"" Thrawn said</div></blockquote><br/>Insanus hid a small smirk underneath his mask then began to speak. ""Well... you want to ask me questions, hmm? What are the questions you want to ask me? Maybe I'll answer them, maybe I won't."" Then he let out a maniacal laugh."
9357,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=150,2014-12-07T15:31:00,Nation of cool guys,"<blockquote><div><cite>Marsisian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22714808#p22714808"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Nation of cool guys <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22714775#p22714775"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><br/>A few of the younger Mandalorians toppled over with the force blast, but the others, who were magnetically braced to the ground, only wavered for a few moments before resuming their punishing fire. <br/><br/><br/>Around the sides of the hangar, several more Darktroopers worked around the walls to fire on the Jedi's sides and rear.<br/><br/><br/>It could only be a matter of time before Cosmos ran out of breath and got knocked out by the gas.<br/><br/><br/><br/><br/>Meanwhile onboard Thrawn's ship, Spar accompanied Thrawn to Insanus's force-sensetive cell.<br/><br/>Spar, in full Mandalorian battle armor and holding a Vibroblade, stepped in first, and Thrawn entered next, followed by another Mandalorian. Two more Supercommandos waited outside.<br/>""Hello General. I just have a few questions I would like to ask you"" Thrawn said</div></blockquote><br/>Insanus hid a small smirk underneath his mask then began to speak. ""Well... you want to ask me questions, hmm? What are the questions you want to ask me? Maybe I'll answer them, maybe I won't."" Then he let out a maniacal laugh.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>Thrawn smiled, and said ""First off, I was wondering where your little fleet is headed. We already traced your communications with it so I have no need to ask your comm frequencies.""<br/><br/><br/>Meanwhile in the hangar, with Cosmos pinned behind a Basilisk droid, a squad of Supercommandos moved to the captured shuttle to investigate the interior"
9358,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=150,2014-12-07T15:33:00,Marsisian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nation of cool guys <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22714900#p22714900"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Marsisian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22714808#p22714808"">wrote</a>:</cite>Insanus hid a small smirk underneath his mask then began to speak. ""Well... you want to ask me questions, hmm? What are the questions you want to ask me? Maybe I'll answer them, maybe I won't."" Then he let out a maniacal laugh.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>Thrawn smiled, and said ""First off, I was wondering where your little fleet is headed. We already traced your communications with it so I have no need to ask your comm frequencies.""<br/><br/><br/>Meanwhile in the hangar, with Cosmos pinned behind a Basilisk droid, a squad of Supercommandos moved to the captured shuttle to investigate the interior</div></blockquote><br/>""My fleet? Hah. My fleet is nowhere to be found. I'm not even sure the droid followed my orders. Luckily Grievous came when he did."""
9359,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=150,2014-12-07T15:39:00,Nation of cool guys,"<blockquote><div><cite>Marsisian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22714931#p22714931"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Nation of cool guys <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22714900#p22714900"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><br/>Thrawn smiled, and said ""First off, I was wondering where your little fleet is headed. We already traced your communications with it so I have no need to ask your comm frequencies.""<br/><br/><br/>Meanwhile in the hangar, with Cosmos pinned behind a Basilisk droid, a squad of Supercommandos moved to the captured shuttle to investigate the interior</div></blockquote><br/>""My fleet? Hah. My fleet is nowhere to be found. I'm not even sure the droid followed my orders. Luckily Grievous came when he did.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>Thrawn continued, saying ""Interesting. Would you happen to know what Grievous is up to?"""
9360,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=150,2014-12-07T15:39:00,Marsisian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nation of cool guys <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22715015#p22715015"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Marsisian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22714931#p22714931"">wrote</a>:</cite>""My fleet? Hah. My fleet is nowhere to be found. I'm not even sure the droid followed my orders. Luckily Grievous came when he did.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>Thrawn continued, saying ""Interesting. Would you happen to know what Grievous is up to?""</div></blockquote><br/>""If I did know, which I don't, there's no reason I would tell you."""
9361,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=150,2014-12-07T15:45:00,Nation of cool guys,"<blockquote><div><cite>Marsisian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22715028#p22715028"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Nation of cool guys <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22715015#p22715015"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><br/>Thrawn continued, saying ""Interesting. Would you happen to know what Grievous is up to?""</div></blockquote><br/>""If I did know, which I don't, there's no reason I would tell you.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>Thrawn sighed. ""Very well. I'm much to busy to conduct a more thorough interrogation at this time, and I need to find out what the progress is on our captured Jedi friends. But before I leave, your lightsaber, and communicator, please."" Thrawn held out his hand, as Spar and his companion stepped forward, Spar with his Vibroblade at the ready and the other Mandalorian with a repeating blaster."
9362,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=150,2014-12-07T15:47:00,Marsisian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nation of cool guys <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22715098#p22715098"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Marsisian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22715028#p22715028"">wrote</a>:</cite>""If I did know, which I don't, there's no reason I would tell you.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>Thrawn sighed. ""Very well. I'm much to busy to conduct a more thorough interrogation at this time, and I need to find out what the progress is on our captured Jedi friends. But before I leave, your lightsaber, and communicator, please."" Thrawn held out his hand, as Spar and his companion stepped forward, Spar with his Vibroblade at the ready and the other Mandalorian with a repeating blaster.</div></blockquote><br/>Clutching his lightsaber tight, he relented and gave Thrawn his communicator. ""If this place is made of Mandalorian iron then I'm afraid my lightsaber won't work here, will it? Nor my force powers."""
9363,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=150,2014-12-07T15:48:00,Nation of cool guys,"<blockquote><div><cite>Marsisian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22715123#p22715123"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Nation of cool guys <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22715098#p22715098"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><br/>Thrawn sighed. ""Very well. I'm much to busy to conduct a more thorough interrogation at this time, and I need to find out what the progress is on our captured Jedi friends. But before I leave, your lightsaber, and communicator, please."" Thrawn held out his hand, as Spar and his companion stepped forward, Spar with his Vibroblade at the ready and the other Mandalorian with a repeating blaster.</div></blockquote><br/>Clutching his lightsaber tight, he relented and gave Thrawn his communicator. ""If this place is made of Mandalorian iron then I'm afraid my lightsaber won't work here, will it? Nor my force powers.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Thrawn nodded. ""Indeed. But I'd much rather prefer it if you relinquished your lightsaber. It won't be tampered with, if that's your concern."
9364,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=150,2014-12-07T15:50:00,Marsisian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nation of cool guys <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22715139#p22715139"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Marsisian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22715123#p22715123"">wrote</a>:</cite>Clutching his lightsaber tight, he relented and gave Thrawn his communicator. ""If this place is made of Mandalorian iron then I'm afraid my lightsaber won't work here, will it? Nor my force powers.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Thrawn nodded. ""Indeed. But I'd much rather prefer it if you relinquished your lightsaber. It won't be tampered with, if that's your concern.</div></blockquote><br/>""I suppose you can have it."" Insanus put his hand out with the lightsaber in it."
9365,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=150,2014-12-07T15:53:00,Nation of cool guys,"<blockquote><div><cite>Marsisian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22715162#p22715162"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Nation of cool guys <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22715139#p22715139"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Thrawn nodded. ""Indeed. But I'd much rather prefer it if you relinquished your lightsaber. It won't be tampered with, if that's your concern.</div></blockquote><br/>""I suppose you can have it."" Insanus put his hand out with the lightsaber in it.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Thrawn took the lightsaber from Insanus and stepped back.<br/>""There, that wasn't so hard was it?"" He said. ""Thank you for your time, General.""<br/><br/>Thrawn then walked out of the cell, followed by Spar and the other Mandalorian, sealing the door behind them."
9366,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=150,2014-12-07T16:48:00,Pantorrum,"The droid army on the ground began their patrols of the city of Theed, with troops marching through the streets.<br/><br/>The fleet of Separatist Vessels in orbit moved to jump toward Denon. Once they arrive, the planet will be invaded and the Hydian Way and Correlian Run will be blocked, thus limiting the Empires supplies. The fleet did not jump yet, as Grievous waited for Ventress to go to Kuat in order to liberate the General..."
9367,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=150,2014-12-07T17:40:00,Ancian,"Alpha ARC Captain 19 prepared for his next mission ....rescuing a sep general from inside the middle of the biggest fleet in the galaxy.Ah, he thought, I've done worse...... And he'd got some serious upgrades to his kit. He'd installed rockets on his left forearm, carried 2 at a time with extras in his belt...deactivated so he wouldn't be sent into orbit... He also had flamethrower attachment on the right forearm, one minutes worth. He put on his completely red and black armor with Kama and pauldron. He took a deep breath, as he grabbed his DC 17 , he reminded himself he was genetically engineered to be the best...even if hated the gray long necked freaks called kaminoans. He pulled out his comlink."" Anyone wanting to help me free General Insanuas should come to the hanger on Neimodian capitial. I'll be in an Sheathipede shuttle. We leave in 2 days. Alpha ARC 19 out."" Yes, he thought, I can do this."
9368,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=150,2014-12-07T17:48:00,Nation of cool guys,"Thrawn's tactical expertise was talking to him. Something wasn't right. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Maybe the COULD manage to get into this system</span>,"" he thought.<br/><br/>""Fleet, this is Admiral Thrawn. Form up on our position, Zed-24 formation.""<br/><br/>Both flagships decloaked as the massive fleets formed up in a formation around them.<br/>As the formation was forming, a group of Mandalorian ships from the outer rim clans arrived and joined the formation.<br/><br/>The entire fleet moved closer to the massive shipyard rings around Kuat, and to Vader's fleet. Whatever the Separatists had planned for Insanus, he would be ready."
9369,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=150,2014-12-07T18:44:00,The Intergalactic Russian Empire,"Unit-0 stood aboard the bridge of his ship, the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Harbinger</span>, joining a strike force going out to rescue a captured Sep commander. Unit-0 thought this was too much for one person, and that they shouldn't waste troops and resources for one person, if it were up to Unit-0 they wouldn't even bother. He wasn't in command though, so it wasn't up to him, he instead followed the higher ups with reluctance."
9370,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=150,2014-12-07T18:51:00,Nation of cool guys,"Thrawn was nearly jumping with excitement. He called Pellaeon over to him as soon as he thought of it.<br/>""Pelleaon. How long has it been since you commanded the Reaper?""<br/>Gilad Pellaeon blinked. ""The Reaper, admiral? Nearly a month ago. I was transferred here to serve you.""<br/>Thrawn thrust a fist into the air in triumph. ""Then the command orders can't have transferred yet. I'm reinstating your rank of Admiral, and command of the Reaper, and of Scourge Squadron.""<br/><br/>The once-again Admiral blinked again in surprise. ""Scourge squadron? I'm not familiar with the name, Admiral.""<br/><br/>Thrawn pulled up the readout on the screen. ""It hasn't been formed yet. But it is, by order of the Emperor, to consist of twenty Imperial-Class Star Destroyers headed by one of our new Executors, namely the Reaper. I also want you to add those old Procurator-class dreadnoughts that are collecting space dust to your fleet as well, the firepower should be more than enough to stop any separatist attack.""<br/><br/>Admiral Pellaeon smiled and said ""What a lovely surprise you've cooked up for them, Admiral. Where is this fleet assembling? Twenty Imperial-class ships don't exactly grow from nothing.""<br/><br/>Thrawn stood up and said, ""I've thought of that. But there are exactly twenty ships waiting over Coruscant, just returned from a patrol in the Outer Rim. Take four of the Procurator Battlecruisers to Coruscant, I've ordered the Reaper to wait for you there. I've asked the workers on Kuat, they say they've got several more Procurators at various shipyards around, I've ordered their activation as well. After we deal with our current situation we can break off into multiple task forces and hit the Separatists in multiple locations at once.""<br/><br/>Admiral Pellaeon saluted, said ""At once, sir. The new fleet should be here as soon as possible."""
9371,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=150,2014-12-07T19:02:00,Ancian,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Intergalactic Russian Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22717673#p22717673"">wrote</a>:</cite>Unit-0 stood aboard the bridge of his ship, the <span style=""font-style: italic"">Harbinger</span>, joining a strike force going out to rescue a captured Sep commander. Unit-0 thought this was too much for one person, and that they shouldn't waste troops and resources for one person, if it were up to Unit-0 they wouldn't even bother. He wasn't in command though, so it wasn't up to him, he instead followed the higher ups with reluctance.</div></blockquote><br/>Kiel decided to com the droid they sent to help him. ""Any chance you can keep that ship your on and we'll use my shuttle once we're closer? I hope you brought a lot of fellow droids ner'vode cause we'll need them,Alpha ARC captain 19 out"" A droid? He thought to to himself... Command better have a good reason for this....I hope there's more coming or we won't make it past the first ship...."
9372,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=150,2014-12-07T19:07:00,The United Empire of Exucular,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nation of cool guys <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22714900#p22714900"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Marsisian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22714808#p22714808"">wrote</a>:</cite>Insanus hid a small smirk underneath his mask then began to speak. ""Well... you want to ask me questions, hmm? What are the questions you want to ask me? Maybe I'll answer them, maybe I won't."" Then he let out a maniacal laugh.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>Thrawn smiled, and said ""First off, I was wondering where your little fleet is headed. We already traced your communications with it so I have no need to ask your comm frequencies.""<br/><br/><br/>Meanwhile in the hangar, with Cosmos pinned behind a Basilisk droid, a squad of Supercommandos moved to the captured shuttle to investigate the interior</div></blockquote><br/>Cosmos moved out of the way as a flurry of shots impacted where he just was on the basilisk. This situation was not good for the Jedi. If he was sitting alone in this hanger full of gas then he could keep up his breath control for days. Unfortunately since he had to defend himself from all sides he would probably give out in a few minutes. Looking up Cosmos noticed the closed cockpit above him. Using his lightsaber he cut it open and got inside.<br/><br/>""Never driven one of these before.""<br/><br/>Cosmos started to randomly press buttons."
9373,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=150,2014-12-07T19:18:00,The Intergalactic Russian Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Ancian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22717972#p22717972"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Intergalactic Russian Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22717673#p22717673"">wrote</a>:</cite>Unit-0 stood aboard the bridge of his ship, the <span style=""font-style: italic"">Harbinger</span>, joining a strike force going out to rescue a captured Sep commander. Unit-0 thought this was too much for one person, and that they shouldn't waste troops and resources for one person, if it were up to Unit-0 they wouldn't even bother. He wasn't in command though, so it wasn't up to him, he instead followed the higher ups with reluctance.</div></blockquote><br/> Kiel decided to com the droid they sent to help him. ""Any chance you can keep that ship your on and we'll use my shuttle once we're closer? I hope you brought a lot of fellow droids ner'vode cause we'll need them,Alpha ARC captain 19 out"" A droid? He thought to to himself... Command better have a good reason for this....I hope there's more coming or we won't make it past the first ship....</div></blockquote><br/>Unit-0 spoke, his voice was deeper than a regular battle droid ""Yes, I brought all the troops I saw necessary to bring, if I had more prep time i would be able to create a plan on how to attack, but time is of the essence."""
9374,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=150,2014-12-07T19:23:00,Ancian,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Intergalactic Russian Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22718201#p22718201"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Ancian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22717972#p22717972"">wrote</a>:</cite> Kiel decided to com the droid they sent to help him. ""Any chance you can keep that ship your on and we'll use my shuttle once we're closer? I hope you brought a lot of fellow droids ner'vode cause we'll need them,Alpha ARC captain 19 out"" A droid? He thought to to himself... Command better have a good reason for this....I hope there's more coming or we won't make it past the first ship....</div></blockquote><br/>Unit-0 spoke, his voice was deeper than a regular battle droid ""Yes, I brought all the troops I saw necessary to bring, if I had more prep time i would be able to create a plan on how to attack, but time is of the essence.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Indeed it is, hopefully we can rendezvous with allies on the way. After you arrive we'll wait a small while then head towards Kuat space, I believe we can do this if we manage to get in.....hope you have plan chum."" OK...with his ship and me we can do this...any less then a perfect mission is disgracing the name of Jango Fett he thought, while practicing with his new wrist rockets."
9375,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=150,2014-12-07T19:30:00,The Royally United Provinces,"Jako and Michael arrive at Kuat with a jolt. Jako looked around for an Imperial fleet but was unsuccessful. He flew around the planet and spotted imperial ships he made his way on over to it. ""Be ready to battle. Connect yourself to the force and let it guide you. May it make you wise."" The ship lurched forward and Jako meditated. He felt another Jedi he piloted over to there the signature was coming from. ""The force is strong here. Our fellow Jedi is close."" He told Michael over the ships comms. ""Help me by connecting to the force and focusing and you will find the Jedi."" He continued to meditate, his force connection growing stronger and knowledge of the jedi's possition growing. ""Tann, Cosmos. Where are you?"" He wispered."
9376,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=150,2014-12-07T19:41:00,The United Empire of Exucular,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Royally United Provinces <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22718363#p22718363"">wrote</a>:</cite>Jako and Michael arrive at Naboo with a jolt. Jako looked around for an Imperial fleet but was unsuccessful. He flew around the planet and spotted imperial ships he made his way on over to it. ""Be ready to battle. Connect yourself to the force and let it guide you. May it make you wise."" The ship lurched forward and Jako meditated. He felt another Jedi he piloted over to there the signature was coming from. ""The force is strong here. Our fellow Jedi is close."" He told Michael over the ships comms. ""Help me by connecting to the force and focusing and you will find the Jedi."" He continued to meditate, his force connection growing stronger and knowledge of the jedi's possition growing. ""Tann, Cosmos. Where are you?"" He wispered.</div></blockquote><br/>Cosmos whispered back,""Tann and I are in a cloaked Mandalorian vessel. There is knockout gas in the hanger we are in. I only a have a few more minutes before I loose consciousness.""<br/><br/>Cosmos opened his mind to the force in order to allow Jako and Michael to better locate them. As Cosmos continued to fiddle with the controls he took note of which switch did this and what button did that. Eventually he discovered the weapons and smiled. If they wanted him they would have to fight for him. A split second later a missile came down on the Mandalorians. Cosmos made the Basilisk charge forward and over the Mandalorians in front of him. Using the cannons he shot back at the soldiers firing at him."
9377,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=150,2014-12-07T20:01:00,Ancian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Ancian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22718277#p22718277"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Intergalactic Russian Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22718201#p22718201"">wrote</a>:</cite>Unit-0 spoke, his voice was deeper than a regular battle droid ""Yes, I brought all the troops I saw necessary to bring, if I had more prep time i would be able to create a plan on how to attack, but time is of the essence.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Indeed it is, hopefully we can rendezvous with allies on the way. After you arrive we'll wait a small while then head towards Kuat space, I believe we can do this if we manage to get in.....hope you have plan chum."" OK...with his ship and me we can do this...any less then a perfect mission is disgracing the name of Jango Fett he thought, while practicing with his new wrist rockets.</div></blockquote><br/>""Commander, after you dock, find me and we'll discuss tactics, we can't hope to help the general on our own, we should wait for reinforcements...as long as nothing bad happens...."" Kiel hoped he made the right decision... He'd have to find out."
9378,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=150,2014-12-07T20:12:00,The Intergalactic Russian Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Ancian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22718750#p22718750"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Ancian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22718277#p22718277"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Indeed it is, hopefully we can rendezvous with allies on the way. After you arrive we'll wait a small while then head towards Kuat space, I believe we can do this if we manage to get in.....hope you have plan chum."" OK...with his ship and me we can do this...any less then a perfect mission is disgracing the name of Jango Fett he thought, while practicing with his new wrist rockets.</div></blockquote> <br/>""Commander, after you dock, find me and we'll discuss tactics, we can't hope to help the general on our own, we should wait for reinforcements...as long as nothing bad happens...."" Kiel hoped he made the right decision... He'd have to find out.</div></blockquote><br/>""I have been making a plan for the past minute and a half or so, I have decided that at our current state the probability of us succeeding is over 9000 to 1, so far your plan to wait for more help sounds like our best temporary option."""
9379,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=150,2014-12-07T20:24:00,Ancian,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Intergalactic Russian Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22718881#p22718881"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Ancian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22718750#p22718750"">wrote</a>:</cite> <br/>""Commander, after you dock, find me and we'll discuss tactics, we can't hope to help the general on our own, we should wait for reinforcements...as long as nothing bad happens...."" Kiel hoped he made the right decision... He'd have to find out.</div></blockquote><br/>""I have been making a plan for the past minute and a half or so, I have decided that at our current state the probability of us succeeding is over 9000 to 1, so far your plan to wait for more help sounds like our best temporary option.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Good, I'll see you at the hangar then."" Kiel felt grudging respect for that droid....plan in a minute.... At least he told me the odds he thought... 9000 to 1...a little overkill...Glad we didn't go rushing to the di'kutla rescue. Then he stretched out on his bed and slept."
9380,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=150,2014-12-07T20:46:00,Marsisian,"As the General's hatred and anger increased while trying to break down the door of his cell, his mind eventually turned into the mind of a rabid being seeking blood and revenge against anyone who opposed him. Although Insanus' subconscious knew that the state wouldn't last long, he decided to use it to its full potential. Relentlessly trying to break down the door in front of him for hours and hours at a time, it didn't show any signs of breaking but he still tried nonetheless."
9381,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=150,2014-12-07T21:05:00,Unified Imperial States,"It had been twelve hours since the last contact with an Imperial vessel had been detected. Valarn, sitting in the captain's chair on the bridge of what was now his Munificent Star Frigate, stared into the void of space. Droids and the few living personnel that remained bustled about, attending to various repairs, system diagnostics, and vein attempts to make contact with friendly ships.<br/><br/>The last surviving command-rank droid walked up to the command pulpit, right in front of where Valarn was sitting, breaking his gaze into space. ""Lieutenant, scans indicate four escape pods in the vicinity."" Valarn stared at the droid for a moment before responding, ""No other ships? No fighters, or scouts. Just escape pods?"" He rubbed his unshaven chin for a second. ""Have you identified which ships they belong to?"", he finally asks. The droid commander spared a look at a small data-pad he was carrying before responding. ""Negative. Scanners have taken considerable damage. No life forms have been detected, but this could be a result of the damage"" it responded. ""Catch them in the tractor beam. Scrap them for parts, and take any live passengers they have. If they aren't with us, bring them to holding cells for questioning, and if they are then bring them to the bridge. Oh, and while you're at it, activate whatever battledroid complement we have left and get them to assist with repairs."" The commander droid simply nodded before stepping off the command pulpit.<br/><br/>Valarn pressed a button on the arm of his captain's chair, opening up a link on a nearby screen to the engine room, where he had earlier sent another human officer by the name of Isma Scorpio. 2nd Lieutenant Isma answered on the other side. ""Isma, how have repairs progressed?"" Without even speaking, 2nd Lieutenant Isma transmitted a report detailing the status of the engines. ""Repairs have gone considerably well within the past several hours, sir, but the hyperdrive is still inactive. It hasn't responded to anything we've tried thus far."" ""Just continue with the repairs then. Report to me within another three hours."" Valarn responded, before closing the link. He didn't even know what asteroid field he was in. He could already tell it was going to be a while before they would be out of here."
9382,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=175,2014-12-07T21:13:00,Romus Maximus,"After entering stable orbit of Raxus Secundus, Dos ordered his comms officer to start playing the Merc-For-Hire signal that all mercenaries used when in need of a job. He sat, hoping that soon he would receive a response. He knew Raxus Secundus was a Separatist hotspot and they had the money, and Droids he needed."
9383,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=175,2014-12-08T04:36:00,The Royally United Provinces,"<blockquote><div><cite>The United Empire of Exucular <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22718508#p22718508"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Royally United Provinces <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22718363#p22718363"">wrote</a>:</cite>Jako and Michael arrive at Naboo with a jolt. Jako looked around for an Imperial fleet but was unsuccessful. He flew around the planet and spotted imperial ships he made his way on over to it. ""Be ready to battle. Connect yourself to the force and let it guide you. May it make you wise."" The ship lurched forward and Jako meditated. He felt another Jedi he piloted over to there the signature was coming from. ""The force is strong here. Our fellow Jedi is close."" He told Michael over the ships comms. ""Help me by connecting to the force and focusing and you will find the Jedi."" He continued to meditate, his force connection growing stronger and knowledge of the jedi's possition growing. ""Tann, Cosmos. Where are you?"" He wispered.</div></blockquote><br/>Cosmos whispered back,""Tann and I are in a cloaked Mandalorian vessel. There is knockout gas in the hanger we are in. I only a have a few more minutes before I loose consciousness.""<br/><br/>Cosmos opened his mind to the force in order to allow Jako and Michael to better locate them. As Cosmos continued to fiddle with the controls he took note of which switch did this and what button did that. Eventually he discovered the weapons and smiled. If they wanted him they would have to fight for him. A split second later a missile came down on the Mandalorians. Cosmos made the Basilisk charge forward and over the Mandalorians in front of him. Using the cannons he shot back at the soldiers firing at him.</div></blockquote><br/>""Here Michael! I feel the force is strong over here."" He piloted over and stopped short of where it was at in order to not collide with anything. ""He's right in front of us. Duck down and wait."" He told Michael so they could surprise the enemy. ""Make the ship look empty."" He was going over a plan deep in his mind. Jump out and surprise the enemy and save our jedi. He reappeared and repeated."
9384,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=175,2014-12-08T06:35:00,Nation of cool guys,"Over Corucscant, the newly reinstated Admiral Pellaeon look with pride on his old command vessel, the Super Star Destroyer,<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""> The Reaper</span></span>.<br/>Surrounding it, the new fleet that was now Scourge Squadron was forming up around it. Using his new-found authority, he reviewed the Kuat defense fleet and noticed there were several Mandator-II class Star Dreadnoughts assigned to menial patrols. These he added to his fleet as well, to put him up to twenty-five vessels.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Oh yes, the Separatists would have a surprise waiting for them""</span>he thought to himself<br/><br/><br/>Meanwhile back over Kuat, Thrawn was examining his current fleet. He only had six Imperial-I class, until Pellaeon arrived. He did have 12 Victory-class, and there were a couple Mandator-IIs nearby he could call on. He hoped Pellaeon would take some initiative and add several more from the outer sector patrol to the fleet.<br/><br/>The Mandalorian Fleet was another matter entirely. Although some were very old, most had been retrofitted and were more than capable of punching above their weight. Roughly six Jehavey'ir-type assault ships, five powerful Kandosii-type dreadnaughts, seven smaller but still very powerful Keldabe-class battleship, and finally the bulk of the fleet, fifteen Kyramud-type battleships, each with a complement of 1500 Mandalorian soldiers and Basilisk War droids.<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">The Mandalore is a powerful man, </span>"" Thrawn realized. And honorable. He had truly dedicated his fleet to his new ally. It would be unwise to cross him."
9385,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=175,2014-12-08T09:14:00,Unified Imperial States,"Valarn's console screen displayed an incoming communication link. He activated his screen, with hopes it would be his 2nd Lieutenant with a report on repairs. The escape pods from earlier were nothing more than space junk, themselves. He was really in the mood for some good news.<br/><br/>Isma's face appeared as the screen lit up. ""Capta- I mean Lieutenant Valarn, the hyperdrive is repaired and in working order. I recommend making a jump to the nearest drydock.""<br/>Valarn nodded. ""Yes, Isma, I concur. Keep the engines held together. Use adhesive fibers if you have to."" Shutting down the screen, he stood up from his chair and began issuing orders around the bridge. ""Calculate a jump to the nearest habitable star system. Prep whatever Vulture droids there are for action."" The various mechanical and living personnel followed as ordered, calculating the jump within what Valarn assumed would be minutes. Ten seconds after giving the order, the plot was ready. ""Jump"", came his command."
9386,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=175,2014-12-08T10:12:00,Capsland,"Tann saw the knock out gas pouring into the hangar. He un-ignited his lightsabers and sat down. he said calmly ""Kyle, a Jedi knows when to give up. lay down your weapons and stop wasting your energy."" Tann closed his eyes and waited for the knock out gas to take effect."
9387,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=175,2014-12-08T10:19:00,Nation of cool guys,"<blockquote><div><cite>Capsland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22724227#p22724227"">wrote</a>:</cite>Tann saw the knock out gas pouring into the hangar. He un-ignited his lightsabers and sat down. he said calmly ""Kyle, a Jedi knows when to give up. lay down your weapons and stop wasting your energy."" Tann closed his eyes and waited for the knock out gas to take effect.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The Mandalorian captain stepped forward and put energy binders on Tann's hands behind his back. ""Thanks for being cooperative. I knew all Jedi couldn't be bad, I'll put in a good word for you."" he whispered to Tann.<br/><br/>While the other Mandalorians waited for the other Jedi to surrender they took Tann and placed him in a force-sensetive cell and confiscated his lightsaber. Several Darktroopers picked up the unconcious Alpha-15 and brought him to the medical chambers to await his wakening.<br/><br/><br/>Meanwhile, Admrial Pellaeons fleet remerged from Hyperspace, the newly formed Scourge Squadron with him. Thrawn also recieved the report from the Mandalorians on Spar's flagship.<br/><br/>Thrawn said ""Let's see those Separatists rescue their precious general now"" and the bridge crew cheered."
9388,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=175,2014-12-08T10:28:00,Ancian,"Kiel had a stupid brilliant idea. He was at Neimodia for fierfeks sake he could use secure long range coms.. He thought of a plan to get back the general... It came to him. ""Colonel Mustard it would be appreciated if you could bring as many ships as possible to Nemodia, then if its not too much to ask try to diplomatically secure the release of the general... If it doesn't work the fleet can back us up."" OK..that's done now to com General Grievous ""Sir! May I request you bring your fleet to Nemodia to make a plan to release General Insanus, Alpha ARC Captain 19 out"" ok...with the best of the seps they could try to make a plan....He hoped his brothers and Jango would be proud.."
9389,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=175,2014-12-08T10:43:00,Nation of cool guys,"Thrawn opened a channel to Darth Vader. He hadn't dealt with the Sith Lord personally, but he wasn't afraid. On the contrary he looked forward to speaking with him.<br/><br/>""Lord Vader, this is Grand Admiral Thrawn of the Imperial Navy. I have secured two Jedi that I wish to turn over to you. How would you like to proceed?"""
9390,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=175,2014-12-08T13:09:00,Unified Imperial States,"After a fortunate bout of safe travel, the Exilis jumped into orbit around Neimoidia.<br/><br/>""Contact with the fleet has been re-established, sir"", reported a comms droid. ""Good, open a channel"" the Lieutenant responded. ""This is Lieutenant Valarn Thorn, acting-captain of the Munificent Frigate Exilis. Requesting permission to dock.""<br/><br/>After docking with the local shipyard and going aboard the station, Valarn finally got a good external view of his ship. Entire portions of the hull's armor plating were missing. Full repairs would likely take days."
9391,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=175,2014-12-08T14:38:00,Ancian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Unified Imperial States <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22726122#p22726122"">wrote</a>:</cite>After a fortunate bout of safe travel, the Exilis jumped into orbit around Neimoidia.<br/><br/>""Contact with the fleet has been re-established, sir"", reported a comms droid. ""Good, open a channel"" the Lieutenant responded. ""This is Lieutenant Valarn Thorn, acting-captain of the Munificent Frigate Exilis. Requesting permission to dock.""<br/><br/>After docking with the local shipyard and going aboard the station, Valarn finally got a good external view of his ship. Entire portions of the hull's armor plating were missing. Full repairs would likely take days.</div></blockquote><br/>""This is Alpha ARC captain 19 welcome to Neimodia ner'vode. When Unit-0 and the Harbringer arrive well start going over a plan while we wait for General Grievous and Colonel Mustard's fleets to arrive. Feel free to repair your ship."" Ok...another ally. More the merrier for this mission..."
9392,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=175,2014-12-08T16:11:00,The United Empire of Exucular,"<blockquote><div><cite>Capsland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22724227#p22724227"">wrote</a>:</cite>Tann saw the knock out gas pouring into the hangar. He un-ignited his lightsabers and sat down. he said calmly ""Kyle, a Jedi knows when to give up. lay down your weapons and stop wasting your energy."" Tann closed his eyes and waited for the knock out gas to take effect.</div></blockquote><br/>Sighing he jumped down from the Basilisk. Using the Force he levitated his lightsabers over to the Mandalorian Captain. They both floated before him. As this happened Cosmos put his hands behind his back waiting to be cuffed.<br/>""Take care of those for me Captain."""
9393,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=175,2014-12-08T17:51:00,Nation of cool guys,"<blockquote><div><cite>The United Empire of Exucular <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22728519#p22728519"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Capsland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22724227#p22724227"">wrote</a>:</cite>Tann saw the knock out gas pouring into the hangar. He un-ignited his lightsabers and sat down. he said calmly ""Kyle, a Jedi knows when to give up. lay down your weapons and stop wasting your energy."" Tann closed his eyes and waited for the knock out gas to take effect.</div></blockquote><br/>Sighing he jumped down from the Basilisk. Using the Force he levitated his lightsabers over to the Mandalorian Captain. They both floated before him. As this happened Cosmos put his hands behind his back waiting to be cuffed.<br/>""Take care of those for me Captain.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The captain took the lightsabers and had one of the other Mandalorians cuff Cosmos.<br/>Both of the Jedi were then placed in Force-sensetive cells."
9394,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=175,2014-12-08T19:22:00,Unified Imperial States,"Valarn and Isma both watched the Separatist fleets gliding above the planet, just outside their little observation window on the station. Repairs were progressing on the Exilis, but something about this massive gathering made the two junior officers wonder just what their next assignment was going to be. They had already been on one suicidal engagment with no less than three Venators, obliterating the entire section of their squadron, save for themselves.<br/><br/>""I don't like it, Lieutenant. There's not a lot of places that would warrant a fleet this size. And even then, the Empire could probably field enough vessels to overtake it within a matter of hours"", said Isma, rubbing his bare scalp. Valarn nodded in agreement. ""Agreed. Not much point in attacking defenseless systems with a fleet like this. It could only mean we would be going after an entrenched position. Several systems come to mind...""<br/><br/>Kuat did just happen to be one of them."
9395,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=175,2014-12-08T19:45:00,Ancian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Unified Imperial States <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22731270#p22731270"">wrote</a>:</cite>Valarn and Isma both watched the Separatist fleets gliding above the planet, just outside their little observation window on the station. Repairs were progressing on the Exilis, but something about this massive gathering made the two junior officers wonder just what their next assignment was going to be. They had already been on one suicidal engagment with no less than three Venators, obliterating the entire section of their squadron, save for themselves.<br/><br/>""I don't like it, Lieutenant. There's not a lot of places that would warrant a fleet this size. And even then, the Empire could probably field enough vessels to overtake it within a matter of hours"", said Isma, rubbing his bare scalp. Valarn nodded in agreement. ""Agreed. Not much point in attacking defenseless systems with a fleet like this. It could only mean we would be going after an entrenched position. Several systems come to mind...""<br/><br/>Kuat did just happen to be one of them.</div></blockquote><br/>""When unit-0 lands I'd like for the two of you to come to my quarters, we have much to talk about. Thank you for coming."" Hmmm this<span style=""font-style: italic"">was</span>a difficult task. He thought about replying to the merc ship broadcasting.... No...hopefully the rest of the fleet is on the way...Hopefully his Intel was right and only the Mandos were outside Kuat. He damn well hoped so"
9396,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=175,2014-12-08T19:59:00,Marsisian,"Insanus, by now just sitting down and giving up, suddenly noticed that there were vents that allowed for knockout gas to be put into the room. Hoping to enlarge it, still in his animal state though not as powerful, made it larger so that he could fit inside. Crawling into the vent, he noticed that there were weak spots in the Supercommandos' joints that he didn't target during his fight earlier. Stealthily finding another opening that was guarded by a Supercommando, he very, very slowly tried to open the hatch."
9397,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=175,2014-12-08T20:01:00,Unified Imperial States,"<blockquote><div><cite>Ancian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22731533#p22731533"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Unified Imperial States <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22731270#p22731270"">wrote</a>:</cite>Valarn and Isma both watched the Separatist fleets gliding above the planet, just outside their little observation window on the station. Repairs were progressing on the Exilis, but something about this massive gathering made the two junior officers wonder just what their next assignment was going to be. They had already been on one suicidal engagment with no less than three Venators, obliterating the entire section of their squadron, save for themselves.<br/><br/>""I don't like it, Lieutenant. There's not a lot of places that would warrant a fleet this size. And even then, the Empire could probably field enough vessels to overtake it within a matter of hours"", said Isma, rubbing his bare scalp. Valarn nodded in agreement. ""Agreed. Not much point in attacking defenseless systems with a fleet like this. It could only mean we would be going after an entrenched position. Several systems come to mind...""<br/><br/>Kuat did just happen to be one of them.</div></blockquote><br/>""When unit-0 lands I'd like for the two of you to come to my quarters, we have much to talk about. Thank you for coming."" Hmmm this <span style=""font-style: italic"">was</span> a difficult task. He thought about replying to the merc ship broadcasting.... No...hopefully the rest of the fleet is on the way...Hopefully his Intel was right and only the Mandos were outside Kuat. He damn well hoped so</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Unit what"", Isma asked as he looked at towards his commander. Valarn simply shrugged in response, turning to the exit. ""Come on, let's just get a head start there. At least we can stop guessing then."" They moved down the corridor towards the offices, Valarn's Commander droid following close in step."
9398,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=175,2014-12-08T20:12:00,Ancian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Unified Imperial States <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22731756#p22731756"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Ancian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22731533#p22731533"">wrote</a>:</cite>""When unit-0 lands I'd like for the two of you to come to my quarters, we have much to talk about. Thank you for coming."" Hmmm this <span style=""font-style: italic"">was</span> a difficult task. He thought about replying to the merc ship broadcasting.... No...hopefully the rest of the fleet is on the way...Hopefully his Intel was right and only the Mandos were outside Kuat. He damn well hoped so</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Unit what"", Isma asked as he looked at towards his commander. Valarn simply shrugged in response, turning to the exit. ""Come on, let's just get a head start there. At least we can stop guessing then."" They moved down the corridor towards the offices, Valarn's Commander droid following close in step.</div></blockquote><br/>Kiel laughed, he hadn't done that in a while,but he honestly couldn't help it. The look on Valarns face when Unit-0 will walk in was priceless in his minds eye. He hasn't met many sep commanders without shooting them in his career, so this will be a first he thought. But right now, he could just sit, relax and listen to some loud Glimmick music."
9399,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=175,2014-12-08T20:25:00,The Intergalactic Russian Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Ancian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22731925#p22731925"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Unified Imperial States <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22731756#p22731756"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""Unit what"", Isma asked as he looked at towards his commander. Valarn simply shrugged in response, turning to the exit. ""Come on, let's just get a head start there. At least we can stop guessing then."" They moved down the corridor towards the offices, Valarn's Commander droid following close in step.</div></blockquote><br/>Kiel laughed, he hadn't done that in a while,but he honestly couldn't help it. The look on Valarns face when Unit-0 will walk in was priceless in his minds eye. He hasn't met many sep commanders without shooting them in his career, so this will be a first he thought. But right now, he could just sit, relax and listen to some loud Glimmick music.</div></blockquote><br/>Just then, Unit-0 walked in ""I apologize for running late, the engineers were dumber than most droids, most of them got crushed under the transport ship and I will need new ones. I can see why my manufacturing was so expensive."" Unit-O was accompanied by two security droids. The commander sat down ""So, what's the plan? Wait for reinforcements like Grievous, or use stealth to get him back?"""
9400,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=175,2014-12-08T20:33:00,Ancian,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Intergalactic Russian Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22732087#p22732087"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Ancian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22731925#p22731925"">wrote</a>:</cite>Kiel laughed, he hadn't done that in a while,but he honestly couldn't help it. The look on Valarns face when Unit-0 will walk in was priceless in his minds eye. He hasn't met many sep commanders without shooting them in his career, so this will be a first he thought. But right now, he could just sit, relax and listen to some loud Glimmick music.</div></blockquote><br/>Just then, Unit-0 walked in ""I apologize for running late, the engineers were dumber than most droids, most of them got crushed under the transport ship and I will need new ones. I can see why my manufacturing was so expensive."" Unit-O was accompanied by two security droids. The commander sat down ""So, what's the plan? Wait for reinforcements like Grievous, or use stealth to get him back?""</div></blockquote><br/>Hmm yes, I've never approved the use of droids...you excluded of course. Ah, that's the question isn't it? I would lean toward stealth, however it would take time to implant cloaking devices on the fleet and time is an asset we don't have. Unless you have better idea for stealth....with odds like this I expect you can come up with a plan. Commander Valarn is due any second, we'll have to catch him up on the mission. We also don't know how long Grievous will take...caught both ways. Even diplomacy may take too long. So it appears we need a very smart solution to even the erm,<span style=""font-style: italic"">odds.</span>"
9401,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=175,2014-12-08T20:35:00,Unified Imperial States,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Intergalactic Russian Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22732087#p22732087"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Ancian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22731925#p22731925"">wrote</a>:</cite>Kiel laughed, he hadn't done that in a while,but he honestly couldn't help it. The look on Valarns face when Unit-0 will walk in was priceless in his minds eye. He hasn't met many sep commanders without shooting them in his career, so this will be a first he thought. But right now, he could just sit, relax and listen to some loud Glimmick music.</div></blockquote><br/>Just then, Unit-0 walked in ""I apologize for running late, the engineers were dumber than most droids, most of them got crushed under the transport ship and I will need new ones. I can see why my manufacturing was so expensive."" Unit-O was accompanied by two security droids. The commander sat down ""So, what's the plan? Wait for reinforcements like Grievous, or use stealth to get him back?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Lieutenant Valarn, 2nd Lieutenant Isma and Valarn's commander droid arrived in the office not long after Unit-0. The two human officers took a moment to glance at what was clearly a Fett clone. ""I... Ughh... Lieutenant Valarn reporting, sir."" Both he and Isma, the latter of whom was still a bit stunned, took seats in the office. The commander droid chose to politely wait outside."
9402,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=175,2014-12-08T20:41:00,The Intergalactic Russian Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Ancian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22732215#p22732215"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Intergalactic Russian Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22732087#p22732087"">wrote</a>:</cite>Just then, Unit-0 walked in ""I apologize for running late, the engineers were dumber than most droids, most of them got crushed under the transport ship and I will need new ones. I can see why my manufacturing was so expensive."" Unit-O was accompanied by two security droids. The commander sat down ""So, what's the plan? Wait for reinforcements like Grievous, or use stealth to get him back?""</div></blockquote><br/>Hmm yes, I've never approved the use of droids...you excluded of course. Ah, that's the question isn't it? I would lean toward stealth, however it would take time to implant cloaking devices on the fleet and time is an asset we don't have. Unless you have better idea for stealth....with odds like this I expect you can come up with a plan. Commander Valarn is due any second, we'll have to catch him up on the mission. We also don't know how long Grievous will take...caught both ways. Even diplomacy may take too long. So it appears we need a very smart solution to even the erm, <span style=""font-style: italic"">odds.</span></div></blockquote><br/>""Well, I<span style=""font-style: italic"">was</span>designed to be partially modular, I can give myself a jetpack and cloaking device."" he looked at Valarn ""I can tell you're confused, but justified as this is my first live fire mission, I was completed not long ago and have mostly been testing with simulations."""
9403,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=175,2014-12-08T20:42:00,Ancian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Unified Imperial States <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22732244#p22732244"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Intergalactic Russian Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22732087#p22732087"">wrote</a>:</cite>Just then, Unit-0 walked in ""I apologize for running late, the engineers were dumber than most droids, most of them got crushed under the transport ship and I will need new ones. I can see why my manufacturing was so expensive."" Unit-O was accompanied by two security droids. The commander sat down ""So, what's the plan? Wait for reinforcements like Grievous, or use stealth to get him back?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Lieutenant Valarn, 2nd Lieutenant Isma and Valarn's commander droid arrived in the office not long after Unit-0. The two human officers took a moment to glance at what was clearly a Fett clone. ""I... Ughh... Lieutenant Valarn reporting, sir."" Both he and Isma, the latter of whom was still a bit stunned, took seats in the office. The commander droid chose to politely wait outside.</div></blockquote><br/>""Ah hello Lieutenant, nice to meet you. No, not all clones look like this as I have a beautiful scar here."" He pointed to his cheek unnecessarily."" Right the mission,your ship, the commander here"" he pointed to unit-0. ""And I are going to rescue General Insanus from the mandolorians, there will probably be imperial ships there as well. As our droid friend here put it the odds are 9000 to 1. Let's make the most of this one. Excuse my puns...I am um<span style=""font-style: italic"">enforced</span>to tell you that unit-0 is technically our commanding officer....<span style=""font-style: italic"">technically.</span>"
9404,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=175,2014-12-08T20:50:00,Unified Imperial States,"<blockquote><div><cite>Ancian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22732342#p22732342"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Unified Imperial States <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22732244#p22732244"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Lieutenant Valarn, 2nd Lieutenant Isma and Valarn's commander droid arrived in the office not long after Unit-0. The two human officers took a moment to glance at what was clearly a Fett clone. ""I... Ughh... Lieutenant Valarn reporting, sir."" Both he and Isma, the latter of whom was still a bit stunned, took seats in the office. The commander droid chose to politely wait outside.</div></blockquote><br/>""Ah hello Lieutenant, nice to meet you. No, not all clones look like this as I have a beautiful scar here."" He pointed to his cheek unnecessarily."" Right the mission,your ship, the commander here"" he pointed to unit-0. ""And I are going to rescue General Insanus from the mandolorians, there will probably be imperial ships there as well. As our droid friend here put it the odds are 9000 to 1. Let's make the most of this one. Excuse my puns...I am um <span style=""font-style: italic"">enforced</span> to tell you that unit-0 is technically our commanding officer....<span style=""font-style: italic"">technically.</span></div></blockquote><br/><br/>""That's all good and well with me, sir. Technically, I'm not even the Exilis' permanent commander, as our captain met a most... Unfortunate end during our last patrol, as did most of the flight."" He spared a glance at the droid for a moment. ""What is our plan of action on getting such a size of frigate even close enough to pull off such a stunt, if I might ask?"""
9405,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=175,2014-12-08T21:00:00,Ancian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Unified Imperial States <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22732438#p22732438"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Ancian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22732342#p22732342"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Ah hello Lieutenant, nice to meet you. No, not all clones look like this as I have a beautiful scar here."" He pointed to his cheek unnecessarily."" Right the mission,your ship, the commander here"" he pointed to unit-0. ""And I are going to rescue General Insanus from the mandolorians, there will probably be imperial ships there as well. As our droid friend here put it the odds are 9000 to 1. Let's make the most of this one. Excuse my puns...I am um <span style=""font-style: italic"">enforced</span> to tell you that unit-0 is technically our commanding officer....<span style=""font-style: italic"">technically.</span></div></blockquote><br/><br/>""That's all good and well with me, sir. Technically, I'm not even the Exilis' permanent commander, as our captain met a most... Unfortunate end during our last patrol, as did most of the flight."" He spared a glance at the droid for a moment. ""What is our plan of action on getting such a size of frigate even close enough to pull off such a stunt, if I might ask?""</div></blockquote><br/>""Ah, the 10 billion credit question. We have 3 ideas. First, we attempt to cloak our ships and sneak in, but that would take time we probably don't have. Second, we try to wait for reinforcements and as they distract the fleet we make a move on the ship he's on...however we have no clue when those reinforcements may come. Tough right? Although the good thing about numbers is that they give you unlimited amounts of plans. That said, thirdly, we secure him diplomatically, that could take even longer however. Any ideas?"" He privately thought what happened to the rest of his fleet and why his former officer was killed....what mission where they on??! He though about putting on his helmet so he could listen to Glimmick music while talking but resisted the urge."
9406,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=175,2014-12-08T21:01:00,The Intergalactic Russian Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Unified Imperial States <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22732438#p22732438"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Ancian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22732342#p22732342"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Ah hello Lieutenant, nice to meet you. No, not all clones look like this as I have a beautiful scar here."" He pointed to his cheek unnecessarily."" Right the mission,your ship, the commander here"" he pointed to unit-0. ""And I are going to rescue General Insanus from the mandolorians, there will probably be imperial ships there as well. As our droid friend here put it the odds are 9000 to 1. Let's make the most of this one. Excuse my puns...I am um <span style=""font-style: italic"">enforced</span> to tell you that unit-0 is technically our commanding officer....<span style=""font-style: italic"">technically.</span></div></blockquote><br/><br/>""That's all good and well with me, sir. Technically, I'm not even the Exilis' permanent commander, as our captain met a most... Unfortunate end during our last patrol, as did most of the flight."" He spared a glance at the droid for a moment. ""What is our plan of action on getting such a size of frigate even close enough to pull off such a stunt, if I might ask?""</div></blockquote><br/>""Cloaking technology would help, but then again, General Grievous' fleet being here would also help but you don't see him anywhere near here. I want to know first, how successful is this general we are retrieving? If he is a great commander then surely Grievous would accompany us, but if he is a bad commander then I would see no point to rescue him other than to keep the things he knows out of enemy hands."""
9407,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=200,2014-12-08T21:05:00,Unified Imperial States,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Intergalactic Russian Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22732556#p22732556"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Unified Imperial States <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22732438#p22732438"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""That's all good and well with me, sir. Technically, I'm not even the Exilis' permanent commander, as our captain met a most... Unfortunate end during our last patrol, as did most of the flight."" He spared a glance at the droid for a moment. ""What is our plan of action on getting such a size of frigate even close enough to pull off such a stunt, if I might ask?""</div></blockquote><br/>""Cloaking technology would help, but then again, General Grievous' fleet being here would also help but you don't see him anywhere near here. I want to know first, how successful is this general we are retrieving? If he is a great commander then surely Grievous would accompany us, but if he is a bad commander then I would see no point to rescue him other than to keep the things he knows out of enemy hands.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Well, then I must ask, where is it we are going to secure this general of ours? The larger the base, the more ships would be necessary to cause a proper distraction. That on top of any amount of cloaking technology would help. Preferably something that masks the engine signatures."""
9408,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=200,2014-12-08T21:07:00,Ancian,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Intergalactic Russian Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22732556#p22732556"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Unified Imperial States <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22732438#p22732438"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""That's all good and well with me, sir. Technically, I'm not even the Exilis' permanent commander, as our captain met a most... Unfortunate end during our last patrol, as did most of the flight."" He spared a glance at the droid for a moment. ""What is our plan of action on getting such a size of frigate even close enough to pull off such a stunt, if I might ask?""</div></blockquote><br/>""Cloaking technology would help, but then again, General Grievous' fleet being here would also help but you don't see him anywhere near here. I want to know first, how successful is this general we are retrieving? If he is a great commander then surely Grievous would accompany us, but if he is a bad commander then I would see no point to rescue him other than to keep the things he knows out of enemy hands.""</div></blockquote><br/>""He had a good track record during the war, And he recently took Naboo for us. He's also a force user. So he's fairly valuable. Grievous may...I comed him, but he hasn't replied. I'm hoping he'll come help us."""
9409,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=200,2014-12-08T21:11:00,Ancian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Unified Imperial States <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22732611#p22732611"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Intergalactic Russian Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22732556#p22732556"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Cloaking technology would help, but then again, General Grievous' fleet being here would also help but you don't see him anywhere near here. I want to know first, how successful is this general we are retrieving? If he is a great commander then surely Grievous would accompany us, but if he is a bad commander then I would see no point to rescue him other than to keep the things he knows out of enemy hands.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Well, then I must ask, where is it we are going to secure this general he larger the base, the more ships would be necessary to cause a proper distraction. That on top of any amount of cloaking technology would help. Preferably something that masks the engine signatures.""</div></blockquote><br/>""My Intel says Kuat. We don't know how many ships. Also. If the manadalore is aboard, we could attempt to kill him...as long as it doesn't hurt the mission. Ideas ner'vode?'"
9410,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=200,2014-12-08T21:24:00,Unified Imperial States,"<blockquote><div><cite>Ancian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22732661#p22732661"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Unified Imperial States <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22732611#p22732611"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""Well, then I must ask, where is it we are going to secure this general he larger the base, the more ships would be necessary to cause a proper distraction. That on top of any amount of cloaking technology would help. Preferably something that masks the engine signatures.""</div></blockquote><br/>""My Intel says Kuat. We don't know how many ships. Also. If the manadalore is aboard, we could attempt to kill him...as long as it doesn't hurt the mission. Ideas ner'vode?'</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Mandaloraians..."" Valarn said as he sat back in his seat. ""This keeps getting better. Yeah I have some advice, a landing party of many B2 battledroids. Even then, any self-respecting Mandalorian could probably overtake us, but perhaps if we used them as a diversion, whoever is charged with getting the general would have a chance. Maybe. You would need commandos. Good commandos."""
9411,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=200,2014-12-08T21:34:00,Ancian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Unified Imperial States <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22732805#p22732805"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Ancian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22732661#p22732661"">wrote</a>:</cite>""My Intel says Kuat. We don't know how many ships. Also. If the manadalore is aboard, we could attempt to kill him...as long as it doesn't hurt the mission. Ideas ner'vode?'</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Mandaloraians..."" Valarn said as he sat back in his seat. ""This keeps getting better. Yeah I have some advice, a landing party of many B2 battledroids. Even then, any self-respecting Mandalorian could probably overtake us, but perhaps if we used them as a diversion, whoever is charged with getting the general would have a chance. Maybe. You would need commandos. Good commandos.""</div></blockquote><br/>""I'm an alpha ARC captain...but maybe we could<span style=""font-style: italic"">invest</span>in assassin droids,magnaguards, and droidekas. The Mandos would have a time against them, and we could always answer that merc sending out the signal..."" Kiel thought about the mission for a second....if the general could get a com and tell him....it would be appreciated... But he had a feeling the Mandos weren't that stupid.... Were they?"
9412,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=200,2014-12-08T23:29:00,Cainesland,"Tygers ship began its decline to the spire in geonosis. Upon landing Tyger got out and was greeted by the Arch-Duke. ""Hello, welcome to geonosis, shall we get down to business?"" Asked the Arch-Duke of geonosis who was translated via protocol droid as Tyger understood a little but didn't have the best geonosian land skills himself, partly due to his own mouth structure being physically incapable of making those exact sounds without assistance by technology. ""Of course, lead the way"" answered Tyger. The Arch-Duke guided him down a hallway to a circular room with a circular holographic board in the center of the circular room. The geonosian typed wildly on the keyboard and a visual tour commenced of the manufacturing facility in the current time. Tyger nodded his head as images appeared before him depicting the positive results from this yearly quarter. ""Where is my share of the manufacturing profits?"" Asked Tyger expecting a ship with his money to have been waiting for him. ""Your money is safe, don't you worry. Due to the war we've been extra careful with our profits. Your money is on neimodia."" Responded the geonosian noble. ""Tyger was upset that he wasn't told sooner but he now had to leave so he didn't question that sentence and just thanked the geonosian. After the meeting was up tyger was escorted back the ship and given clearance for takeoff. Soon he took off, bound for neimodia."
9413,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=200,2014-12-09T06:40:00,The Intergalactic Russian Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Ancian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22732918#p22732918"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Unified Imperial States <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22732805#p22732805"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""Mandaloraians..."" Valarn said as he sat back in his seat. ""This keeps getting better. Yeah I have some advice, a landing party of many B2 battledroids. Even then, any self-respecting Mandalorian could probably overtake us, but perhaps if we used them as a diversion, whoever is charged with getting the general would have a chance. Maybe. You would need commandos. Good commandos.""</div></blockquote><br/>""I'm an alpha ARC captain...but maybe we could <span style=""font-style: italic"">invest</span> in assassin droids,magnaguards, and droidekas. The Mandos would have a time against them, and we could always answer that merc sending out the signal..."" Kiel thought about the mission for a second....if the general could get a com and tell him....it would be appreciated... But he had a feeling the Mandos weren't that stupid.... Were they?</div></blockquote><br/>""Don't worry, I have some special droids, they can get the job done. I hope Grievous comes to help, because if he doesn't we may be doomed. But there is one more question I need to ask. What the scrap does ner'vode mean?"""
9414,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=200,2014-12-09T07:10:00,Ancian,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Intergalactic Russian Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22735168#p22735168"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Ancian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22732918#p22732918"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I'm an alpha ARC captain...but maybe we could <span style=""font-style: italic"">invest</span> in assassin droids,magnaguards, and droidekas. The Mandos would have a time against them, and we could always answer that merc sending out the signal..."" Kiel thought about the mission for a second....if the general could get a com and tell him....it would be appreciated... But he had a feeling the Mandos weren't that stupid.... Were they?</div></blockquote><br/>""Don't worry, I have some special droids, they can get the job done. I hope Grievous comes to help, because if he doesn't we may be doomed. But there is one more question I need to ask. What the scrap does ner'vode mean?""</div></blockquote><br/>Kiel laughed. ""Ah, ner'vode is mandolorian for brother/friend. Trained by Jango Fett...."""
9415,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=200,2014-12-09T07:12:00,The Intergalactic Russian Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Ancian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22735362#p22735362"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Intergalactic Russian Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22735168#p22735168"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Don't worry, I have some special droids, they can get the job done. I hope Grievous comes to help, because if he doesn't we may be doomed. But there is one more question I need to ask. What the scrap does ner'vode mean?""</div></blockquote><br/>Kiel laughed. ""Ah, ner'vode is mandolorian for brother/friend. Trained by Jango Fett....""</div></blockquote><br/>""Ok, though I know many languages, even with my larger processor my memory is still a little cluttered, so it is hard to think straight at times."""
9416,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=200,2014-12-09T07:44:00,Nation of cool guys,"Thrawn was planning again. While he was waiting for the inevitable Separatist attack, he was realizing how vunerable he was. All the Separatists had to do was threaten to blow up the shipyards. It was time to force their hand.<br/>Thrawn contacted the entire fleet. ""Gentlemen, I realize some of you may be getting a little tired waiting for the Separatists to move. We are vunerable here, more so than I realized at first. Luckily for us, we can force their hand. The planets of Neimoidia and Cato Neimoidia are close. We will take our fleets and give them a good scare at Neimoidia, and after sufficient damage to any enemy stupid enough to engage our fleet, we'll move to Cato Neimoidia and do the same.""<br/><br/>Meanwhile on Spar's ship, he walked over to the Security terminal and noticed an obviously empty cell where Insanus was supposed to be. There was only one place he could be. He grabbed his comunicator and opened a channel to the small communicator he had placed on Inanus while he was unconcious. ""General, are we going to have to go through this whole thing again? He asked."" Meanwhile he pressed a button on the panel next to the screen, placing the prison deck on alert.<br/><br/>After about half an hour of preparation, all shields and weapons at the ready, the mass fleet of Imperial and Mandalorian ships entered hyperspace for Neimoidia, hoping to find some Separatists"
9417,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=200,2014-12-09T08:30:00,Cainesland,"Tygers vessel exited hyperspace over neimodia. A free trade world he took his que from the other frigates and entered the atmosphere. He contacted the main governmental office and asked where he should land for a good security area in which to leave his ship while he received his money. The corrupt governmental official demanded credits for the location and permission to land there so after a 100 republic credit bribe the government told him he could land in a hanger which would turn out to be the main military hanger.<br/><br/>Around 20 minutes later, he landed in the hanger and exited his ship. Spotting a small group of people in the hanger he decided to approach them. ""Hello, I'm Tyger, do you know how I might arrive at the banking facilities from this hanger?"" He asked."
9418,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=200,2014-12-09T09:05:00,Nation of cool guys,"The Imperial and Mandalorian fleets exited Hyperspace over Neimoida, shields charged and weapons ready. Both Thrawn's and Spar's flagships were not cloaked, but in the middle of the immense formation. Throughout all ships fighter squadrons were preparing to launch and all crews were ready for boarders<br/><br/>Three Mandator-IIs brought up the front of the formation, followed by several Mandalorian battleships. To the sides, three Imperial-I class Star Destroyers supported by several heavily armed Mandalorian battlecruisers watched the flanks. And above and below, the Mandalorian Dreadnoughts supported by medium destroyers and heavy gunships were ready to fight as well.<br/>In the middle of the fleet was the Executor-class Star Dreadnought<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Reaper</span>, flanked on either side by Spar's flagship the Resurrect, and Thrawn's flagship the Chimaera, each backed up by three Victory-class Star Destroyers and the rest of the Mandalorian cruisers, battleships, a few more dreadnoughts and one Mandator-II and two Mandator-Is"
9419,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=200,2014-12-09T09:23:00,Unified Imperial States,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nation of cool guys <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22736046#p22736046"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Imperial and Mandalorian fleets exited Hyperspace over Neimoida, shields charged and weapons ready. Both Thrawn's and Spar's flagships were not cloaked, but in the middle of the immense formation. Throughout all ships fighter squadrons were preparing to launch and all crews were ready for boarders <br/><br/>Three Mandator-IIs brought up the front of the formation, followed by several Mandalorian battleships. To the sides, three Imperial-I class Star Destroyers supported by several heavily armed Mandalorian battlecruisers watched the flanks. And above and below, the Mandalorian Dreadnoughts supported by medium destroyers and heavy gunships were ready to fight as well. <br/>In the middle of the fleet was the Executor-class Star Dreadnought <span style=""font-weight: bold"">Reaper</span>, flanked on either side by Spar's flagship the Resurrect, and Thrawn's flagship the Chimaera, each backed up by three Victory-class Star Destroyers and the rest of the Mandalorian cruisers, battleships, a few more dreadnoughts and one Mandator-II and two Mandator-Is</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The Exilis' droid commander opened the door to the office. ""An Imperial Fleet has just exited hyperspace over Neimoidia."" Valarn looked back at the droid commander, wide eyed. ""Gentlemen, I think it's time we left. The bridge to the Exilis is just a few corridors down."" By the time he said that, Isma was already out the door."
9420,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=200,2014-12-09T09:32:00,Nation of cool guys,"Thrawn gave the order to Interdict the system, to stop any vessels from escaping into hyperspace. Due to the drawbacks of the gravity well projectors it would be a little while before they would begin to function.<br/><br/>Meanwhile on the Resurrect, the Mandalorian Supercommandos on the prison deck were alert and ready for Insanus to spring out of any of the air vents. Vents leading to upper and lower decks have been sealed."
9421,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=200,2014-12-09T10:04:00,Nation of cool guys,"Thrawn gave the order to target a few of the Munificent class frigates in orbit. ""Aim for the engines, we don't want them getting away"" he ordered.<br/><br/>At the head of the fleet, the immense Mandator-II class Star Dreadnoughts lanced out with their heavy turbolasers, pounding the Munificents"
9422,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=200,2014-12-09T10:17:00,Unified Imperial States,"Thanks to being in a higher orbit dock, the Exilis would yet to have been targeted, but that wouldn't be for long. Valarn and his droid led the former ARC captain to his ship as Unit-0 went his own way. By the time they ran to the bridge, Isma was already in the engine compartment, spooling up the hypberdrive. Valarn opened a comm link to Isma and screamed into it ""For the love of the gods, any gods, jump now!""<br/><br/>The manuvering engines mounted on the Exilis' sides engaged, moving the ship horizontally from it's docked position, even tearing off the station's umbilical bridge that served as a walkway. The countdown started, and the timer began running. ""Ten seconds until hyperspace jump"", iterated a nearby droid pilot."
9423,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=200,2014-12-09T10:19:00,Nation of cool guys,"<blockquote><div><cite>Unified Imperial States <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22736635#p22736635"">wrote</a>:</cite>Thanks to being in a higher orbit dock, the Exilis would yet to have been targeted, but that wouldn't be for long. Valarn and his droid led the former ARC captain and Unit-0 to his ship. By the time they ran to the bridge, Isma was already in the engine compartment, spooling up the hypberdrive. Valarn opened a comm link to Isma and screamed into it ""For the love of the gods, any gods, jump now!""<br/><br/>The manuvering engines mounted on the Exilis' sides engaged, moving the ship horizontally from it's docked position, even tearing off the station's umbilical bridge that served as a walkway. The countdown started, and the timer began running. ""Ten seconds until hyperspace jump"", iterated a nearby droid pilot.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Thrawn saw the Munificent trying to escape. ""Where do you think you're going?"" He asked, although the captain of the Munificent obviously didn't hear him. ""Fire on it, take its engines"" he ordered.<br/><br/>Two of the three forward Mandator-IIs switched their punishing fire to the Munificent, pounding its shields hard with intense turbolaser fire"
9424,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=200,2014-12-09T10:26:00,Marsisian,"Once again turning rabid, he pounded on the Mandalorian Supercommando below him, unleashed Force Lightning on him, and took his blaster, growling, screaming, and generally not caring when blaster bolts hit him. Shooting the commandos in their joints, he continued to make his way to the hangar."
9425,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=200,2014-12-09T10:29:00,Unified Imperial States,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nation of cool guys <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22736660#p22736660"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Thrawn saw the Munificent trying to escape. ""Where do you think you're going?"" He asked, although the captain of the Munificent obviously didn't hear him. ""Fire on it, take its engines"" he ordered.<br/><br/>Two of the three forward Mandator-IIs switched their punishing fire to the Munificent, pounding its shields hard with intense turbolaser fire</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Redirect all available power to aft shields!"", Valarn bellowed. ""5 seconds to hyperspace jump"", iterated the same droid pilot. This was going to be close."
9426,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=200,2014-12-09T10:31:00,Nation of cool guys,"<blockquote><div><cite>Marsisian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22736720#p22736720"">wrote</a>:</cite>Once again turning rabid, he pounded on the Mandalorian Supercommando below him, unleashed Force Lightning on him, and took his blaster, growling, screaming, and generally not caring when blaster bolts hit him. Shooting the commandos in their joints, he continued to make his way to the hangar.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The Mandalorians around Insanus set their weapons to kill, and the closer ones drew their Vibroblades. Autoturrets mounted at intervals on the ceiling also opened fire, set to kill. Doors at both ends of the long hallway sealed shut.<br/><br/>Meanwhile at the head of the fleet, the Mandalorian Dreadnoughts at the top of the fleet pitched in on disabling the escaping Munificent, and the third Mandator-II at the front also turned its fire on the escaping frigate. The Inderdictor was almost ready to activate"
9427,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=200,2014-12-09T10:36:00,Unified Imperial States,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nation of cool guys <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22736784#p22736784"">wrote</a>:</cite>Meanwhile at the head of the fleet, the Mandalorian Dreadnoughts at the top of the fleet pitched in on disabling the escaping Munificent, and the third Mandator-II at the front also turned its fire on the escaping frigate. The Inderdictor was almost ready to activate</div></blockquote><br/><br/>A droid looked back at Valarn, reporting the shields to be at .5 percent. He looked to his droid commander. ""Commander!"" The comander droid looked up from his control panlet, responding, ""Jumping now.""<br/><br/>The Exilis jumped away into hyperspace just as it's shields went down, causing some minor damage to the aft compartments as it disappeared from vision."
9428,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=200,2014-12-09T10:39:00,Nation of cool guys,"<blockquote><div><cite>Unified Imperial States <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22736839#p22736839"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Nation of cool guys <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22736784#p22736784"">wrote</a>:</cite>Meanwhile at the head of the fleet, the Mandalorian Dreadnoughts at the top of the fleet pitched in on disabling the escaping Munificent, and the third Mandator-II at the front also turned its fire on the escaping frigate. The Inderdictor was almost ready to activate</div></blockquote><br/><br/>A droid looked back at Valarn, reporting the shields to be at .5 percent. He looked to his droid commander. ""Commander!"" The comander droid looked up from his control panlet, responding, ""Jumping now.""<br/><br/>The Exilis jumped away into hyperspace just as it's shields went down, causing some minor damage to the aft compartments as it disappeared from vision.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Thrawn sighed as he watched the damaged Munificent enter hyperspace. ""Return your fire to the other Munificents in orbit, and prepare to bombard the planet."""
9429,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=200,2014-12-09T10:40:00,The Intergalactic Russian Empire,"Unit-0 got up and flew back to the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Harbinger</span>, he flew his small fleet over and said ""Fire on the forward Mandators, we need to buy our allies time to escape."" the small group of ships let loose on the Mandators, a distraction."
9430,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=200,2014-12-09T10:46:00,Nation of cool guys,"With a hum, the Interdictor ship powered on its gravitational wells, effectively trapping the remaining Separatist ships in the system.<br/><br/><br/>Several Mandalorian battlecruisers and dreadnoughts moved forward to destroy the satellites and orbiting stations while the Star Destroyers disgorged hundreds of fighters to deal with enemy fighter defense"
9431,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=200,2014-12-09T10:47:00,Marsisian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nation of cool guys <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22736784#p22736784"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Marsisian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22736720#p22736720"">wrote</a>:</cite>Once again turning rabid, he pounded on the Mandalorian Supercommando below him, unleashed Force Lightning on him, and took his blaster, growling, screaming, and generally not caring when blaster bolts hit him. Shooting the commandos in their joints, he continued to make his way to the hangar.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The Mandalorians around Insanus set their weapons to kill, and the closer ones drew their Vibroblades. Autoturrets mounted at intervals on the ceiling also opened fire, set to kill. Doors at both ends of the long hallway sealed shut.<br/><br/>Meanwhile at the head of the fleet, the Mandalorian Dreadnoughts at the top of the fleet pitched in on disabling the escaping Munificent, and the third Mandator-II at the front also turned its fire on the escaping frigate. The Inderdictor was almost ready to activate</div></blockquote><br/>Knowing of his situation, he used the ability of Force cloaking and tried to sneak past the Mandalorians, then unleashed a barrage of Force storm on the Mandalorians and auto turrets."
9432,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=225,2014-12-09T10:48:00,Nation of cool guys,"<blockquote><div><cite>Marsisian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22736941#p22736941"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Nation of cool guys <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22736784#p22736784"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>The Mandalorians around Insanus set their weapons to kill, and the closer ones drew their Vibroblades. Autoturrets mounted at intervals on the ceiling also opened fire, set to kill. Doors at both ends of the long hallway sealed shut.<br/><br/>Meanwhile at the head of the fleet, the Mandalorian Dreadnoughts at the top of the fleet pitched in on disabling the escaping Munificent, and the third Mandator-II at the front also turned its fire on the escaping frigate. The Inderdictor was almost ready to activate</div></blockquote><br/>Knowing of his situation, he used the ability of Force cloaking and tried to sneak past the Mandalorians, then unleashed a barrage of Force storm on the Mandalorians and auto turrets.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Several of the Mandalorians went down to the force blast and some of the autoturrets stopped firing. There was almost nowhere to hide in the long corridor of the prison deck so the other Mandalorians and turrets continued to fire"
9433,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=225,2014-12-09T10:52:00,Marsisian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nation of cool guys <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22736956#p22736956"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Marsisian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22736941#p22736941"">wrote</a>:</cite>Knowing of his situation, he used the ability of Force cloaking and tried to sneak past the Mandalorians, then unleashed a barrage of Force storm on the Mandalorians and auto turrets.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Several of the Mandalorians went down to the force blast and some of the autoturrets stopped firing. There was almost nowhere to hide in the long corridor of the prison deck so the other Mandalorians and turrets continued to fire</div></blockquote><br/>Shooting at the Mandalorians' vulnerable joints and evading their and the autoturrets' fire, he used force sprint to run down the hall almost instantaneously and dodge their fire."
9434,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=225,2014-12-09T10:56:00,Nation of cool guys,"<blockquote><div><cite>Marsisian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22736995#p22736995"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Nation of cool guys <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22736956#p22736956"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Several of the Mandalorians went down to the force blast and some of the autoturrets stopped firing. There was almost nowhere to hide in the long corridor of the prison deck so the other Mandalorians and turrets continued to fire</div></blockquote><br/>Shooting at the Mandalorians' vulnerable joints and evading their and the autoturrets' fire, he used force sprint to run down the hall almost instantaneously and dodge their fire.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Spar activated the intercom to the prison deck, and said ""Insanus, why so jumpy? Do you dislike out hospitality?"""
9435,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=225,2014-12-09T11:05:00,Marsisian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nation of cool guys <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22737027#p22737027"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Marsisian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22736995#p22736995"">wrote</a>:</cite>Shooting at the Mandalorians' vulnerable joints and evading their and the autoturrets' fire, he used force sprint to run down the hall almost instantaneously and dodge their fire.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Spar activated the intercom to the prison deck, and said ""Insanus, why so jumpy? Do you dislike out hospitality?""</div></blockquote><br/>""I'd prefer to not be a prisoner of the Galactic Empire oppressors. Instead I much prefer the Confederacy."" Realizing the door that led to the hangar was closed and made of Mandalorian Iron, he made another decision. Insanus shrunk himself down to a microscopic size using the Art of the Small force technique and easily went under the door, then made himself back to his normal size and ran."
9436,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=225,2014-12-09T11:10:00,Nation of cool guys,"<blockquote><div><cite>Marsisian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22737105#p22737105"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Nation of cool guys <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22737027#p22737027"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Spar activated the intercom to the prison deck, and said ""Insanus, why so jumpy? Do you dislike out hospitality?""</div></blockquote><br/>""I'd prefer to not be a prisoner of the Galactic Empire oppressors. Instead I much prefer the Confederacy."" Realizing the door that led to the hangar was closed and made of Mandalorian Iron, he made another decision. Insanus shrunk himself down to a microscopic size using the Art of the Small force technique and easily went under the door, then made himself back to his normal size and ran.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Insanus found himself in a small, empty hangar. Spar, back on the bridge, smiled and said ""Well, if you want to leave so badly, you can.""<br/>On the walls of the Hangar, there was a creaking sound as the bay doors began to open"
9437,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=225,2014-12-09T11:21:00,Marsisian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nation of cool guys <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22737156#p22737156"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Marsisian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22737105#p22737105"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I'd prefer to not be a prisoner of the Galactic Empire oppressors. Instead I much prefer the Confederacy."" Realizing the door that led to the hangar was closed and made of Mandalorian Iron, he made another decision. Insanus shrunk himself down to a microscopic size using the Art of the Small force technique and easily went under the door, then made himself back to his normal size and ran.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Insanus found himself in a small, empty hangar. Spar, back on the bridge, smiled and said ""Well, if you want to leave so badly, you can.""<br/>On the walls of the Hangar, there was a creaking sound as the bay doors began to open</div></blockquote><br/>""You're so kind. I'll be sure to murder you and your Supercommandos later."" Jumping out into the vacuum of space, he soon created a protection bubble and, to his amazement, was thankful that he was falling down onto Neimoidia, a former Trade Federation and thus Separatist world."
9438,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=225,2014-12-09T11:27:00,Nation of cool guys,"With most of the Munificents in orbit destroyed or seriously crippled,the entire fleet focused fire on the planet below, pinpointing larger cities first"
9439,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=225,2014-12-09T12:09:00,Unified Imperial States,"After an hour or more, the Exilis jumped back into the Neimoidian system, just at the tip of the southern pole of the main planet, away from the Imperial fleet.<br/><br/>""Activate the cloaking device, and use maneuvering thrusters only. That should keep the engine signature low enough that they won't detect us"", Valarn ordered. He was glad that the dock had taken the time to install the device, even though they didn't tell him beforehand. He pressed the intercom on the panel. ""Comm silence on all decks."" He released the button and turned to the droid commander, who was awaiting orders. ""As I said, comm silence, but keep the waves open on the emergency channels. We might pick up someone important in need of rescue."""
9440,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=225,2014-12-09T12:52:00,Marsisian,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Neimoidia</span><br/><br/>Entering the atmosphere, the bubble almost disintegrated but was held together barely. The impact on the ground finally exhausted the bubble's strength and was destroyed upon impact. Insanus miraculously sustained little to no damage except tears and scratches on his armor. Sluggishly making his way to a small village, he went into the home of a Neimoidian and asked to use his communicator. Then he tuned into the CIS emergency channel. ""This is General Insanus, I've escaped captivity and are requesting for pickup. These are my coordinates."" He then said the coordinates and rested."
9441,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=225,2014-12-09T13:16:00,Unified Imperial States,"<blockquote><div><cite>Marsisian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22738404#p22738404"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Neimoidia</span><br/><br/>Entering the atmosphere, the bubble almost disintegrated but was held together barely. The impact on the ground finally exhausted the bubble's strength and was destroyed upon impact. Insanus miraculously sustained little to no damage except tears and scratches on his armor. Sluggishly making his way to a small village, he went into the home of a Neimoidian and asked to use his communicator. Then he tuned into the CIS emergency channel. ""This is General Insanus, I've escaped captivity and are requesting for pickup. These are my coordinates."" He then said the coordinates and rested.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Sir, contact has been made with General Insanus"", reported the droid commander. Valarn Stood up from his seat and walked over to commander's station. ""Send the coordinates to the shuttle in the bay. You have the bridge."" Before Valarn left the bridge, he turned around and said, ""Activate a unit of B2s and have them waiting in the shuttle for my arrival.""<br/><br/>Within minutes Valarn, dressed in a set of combat armor underneath a coat, and his bodyguard of B2 battledroids took off in the Sheathipede shuttle from the hangar deck, approaching the coordinates as fast as possible. The Exilis trailed behind the shuttle, but slowly enough that it would still be able to escape detection."
9442,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=225,2014-12-09T13:59:00,Unified Imperial States,"It had probably been near twenty minutes. Valarn contacted the pilots of the shuttle. ""Anything Imperial on the scanners?"" ""Negative, commander"", came the response. So far so good. He found it incredibly ironic that the Empire had done about half of the rescuing for them, their fleet being kept busy by what few defense forces there were. ""Pilot, how far are we from the coordinates?"" ""We about to touch down now, sir.""<br/><br/>The shuttle's pilot found a good, solid place for the shuttle's struts to land and put it down. The back doors opened up, and the unit of B2s marched down the ramp. Valarn followed with a blaster rifle slung over his shoulder."
9443,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=225,2014-12-09T14:10:00,Ancian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Unified Imperial States <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22736839#p22736839"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Nation of cool guys <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22736784#p22736784"">wrote</a>:</cite>Meanwhile at the head of the fleet, the Mandalorian Dreadnoughts at the top of the fleet pitched in on disabling the escaping Munificent, and the third Mandator-II at the front also turned its fire on the escaping frigate. The Inderdictor was almost ready to activate</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>A droid looked back at Valarn, reporting the shields to be at .5 percent. He looked to his droid commander. ""Commander!"" The comander droid looked up from his control panlet, responding, ""Jumping now.""<br/><br/>The Exilis jumped away into hyperspace just as it's shields went down, causing some minor damage to the aft compartments as it disappeared from vision.</div></blockquote><br/>""Thanks ner'vode. Let's get 'em."" He follows Valarn in his full red and black colored ARC armor with wrist attachments... He appreciated the attachments now...rockets and flamethrower... Very classy he thought. Of course I have my DC-17....and Glimmick music playing in my helmet. He grinned."
9444,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=225,2014-12-09T14:57:00,Marsisian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Unified Imperial States <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22739100#p22739100"">wrote</a>:</cite>It had probably been near twenty minutes. Valarn contacted the pilots of the shuttle. ""Anything Imperial on the scanners?"" ""Negative, commander"", came the response. So far so good. He found it incredibly ironic that the Empire had done about half of the rescuing for them, their fleet being kept busy by what few defense forces there were. ""Pilot, how far are we from the coordinates?"" ""We about to touch down now, sir.""<br/><br/>The shuttle's pilot found a good, solid place for the shuttle's struts to land and put it down. The back doors opened up, and the unit of B2s marched down the ramp. Valarn followed with a blaster rifle slung over his shoulder.</div></blockquote><br/>Running over to the shuttle and the B2s, he displayed a clear contempt for the time it took to rescue him. ""We really need to get some more<span style=""font-style: italic"">organic</span>soldiers in this army..."" Getting into the shuttle, he sat down."
9445,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=225,2014-12-09T15:03:00,The Intergalactic Russian Empire,"Unit-0's fleet was shredded, all that was left was the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Harbinger</span>, Unit-0 made a fateful decision ""This ship is doomed, but we're taking one of them down, ramming speed, aim for the gravity well ship."" Unit-0 stood on the bridge until they started to gain speed ""Officer, you stay here, I am too valuable, I am also taking those sniper droids too."" Unit-0 left the bridge with 5 sniper droids and got into his ship, he then took off as the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Harbinger</span>sped off and slammed into the gravity well ship."
9446,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=225,2014-12-09T15:08:00,Unified Imperial States,"<blockquote><div><cite>Marsisian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22739939#p22739939"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Unified Imperial States <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22739100#p22739100"">wrote</a>:</cite>It had probably been near twenty minutes. Valarn contacted the pilots of the shuttle. ""Anything Imperial on the scanners?"" ""Negative, commander"", came the response. So far so good. He found it incredibly ironic that the Empire had done about half of the rescuing for them, their fleet being kept busy by what few defense forces there were. ""Pilot, how far are we from the coordinates?"" ""We about to touch down now, sir.""<br/><br/>The shuttle's pilot found a good, solid place for the shuttle's struts to land and put it down. The back doors opened up, and the unit of B2s marched down the ramp. Valarn followed with a blaster rifle slung over his shoulder.</div></blockquote><br/>Running over to the shuttle and the B2s, he displayed a clear contempt for the time it took to rescue him. ""We really need to get some more <span style=""font-style: italic"">organic</span> soldiers in this army..."" Getting into the shuttle, he sat down.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Alright, let's go"", Valarn commanded after the general was safely in the shuttle. The B2s returned to the shuttle themselves, and the shuttle made preparations for takeoff."
9447,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=225,2014-12-09T15:14:00,Ancian,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Intergalactic Russian Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22739996#p22739996"">wrote</a>:</cite>Unit-0's fleet was shredded, all that was left was the <span style=""font-style: italic"">Harbinger</span>, Unit-0 made a fateful decision ""This ship is doomed, but we're taking one of them down, ramming speed, aim for the gravity well ship."" Unit-0 stood on the bridge until they started to gain speed ""Officer, you stay here, I am too valuable, I am also taking those sniper droids too."" Unit-0 left the bridge with 5 sniper droids and got into his ship, he then took off as the <span style=""font-style: italic"">Harbinger</span> sped off and slammed into the gravity well ship.</div></blockquote><br/>Kiel ran into the shuttle after Valarn, ""Hello general, excuse me I need to com the droid commander.' ""Unit-0 rendezvous with our ship with what's left of your fleet, if you have one left. "" ah we excuse my manners, but I'm going to make another com in your<span style=""font-style: italic"">esteemed newly rescued presence</span>""He was a little pissed with the man at the moment."" All ships in the main military hanger should report to our coordinates for hyperdrive."""
9448,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=225,2014-12-09T15:19:00,Marsisian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Ancian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22740130#p22740130"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Intergalactic Russian Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22739996#p22739996"">wrote</a>:</cite>Unit-0's fleet was shredded, all that was left was the <span style=""font-style: italic"">Harbinger</span>, Unit-0 made a fateful decision ""This ship is doomed, but we're taking one of them down, ramming speed, aim for the gravity well ship."" Unit-0 stood on the bridge until they started to gain speed ""Officer, you stay here, I am too valuable, I am also taking those sniper droids too."" Unit-0 left the bridge with 5 sniper droids and got into his ship, he then took off as the <span style=""font-style: italic"">Harbinger</span> sped off and slammed into the gravity well ship.</div></blockquote><br/>Kiel ran into the shuttle after Valarn, ""Hello general, excuse me I need to com the droid commander.' ""Unit-0 rendezvous with our ship with what's left of your fleet, if you have one left. "" ah we excuse my manners, but I'm going to make another com in your <span style=""font-style: italic"">esteemed newly rescued presence</span>""He was a little pissed with the man at the moment."" All ships in the main military hanger should report to our coordinates for hyperdrive.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Oh, I'm sorry, your highness,<span style=""font-style: italic"">Fett clone.</span>Excuse me for thinking I outrank you."""
9449,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=225,2014-12-09T15:30:00,Unified Imperial States,"The shuttle door closed as Valarn sat down, and it took off immediately. ""Pardon me, gentlemen, but our ship is modified for stealth. We should be making our way out of the system undetected, not with a fleet of ships at our tail.""<br/><br/>The shuttle sped away towards the Exilis, about ten minutes away."
9450,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=225,2014-12-09T15:49:00,Ancian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Unified Imperial States <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22740299#p22740299"">wrote</a>:</cite>The shuttle door closed as Valarn sat down, and it took off immediately. ""Pardon me, gentlemen, but our ship is modified for stealth. We should be making our way out of the system undetected, not with a fleet of ships at our tail.""<br/><br/>The shuttle sped away towards the Exilis, about ten minutes away.</div></blockquote><br/>""Thank the gods....whichever set you worship""<br/><blockquote><div><cite>Marsisian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22740190#p22740190"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Ancian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22740130#p22740130"">wrote</a>:</cite>Kiel ran into the shuttle after Valarn, ""Hello general, excuse me I need to com the droid commander.' ""Unit-0 rendezvous with our ship with what's left of your fleet, if you have one left. "" ah we excuse my manners, but I'm going to make another com in your <span style=""font-style: italic"">esteemed newly rescued presence</span>""He was a little pissed with the man at the moment."" All ships in the main military hanger should report to our coordinates for hyperdrive.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Oh, I'm sorry, your highness, <span style=""font-style: italic"">Fett clone.</span> Excuse me for thinking I outrank you.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Your excused general, I often find officers get that impression...the kaminoans made us pure jango fett. And that makes genetically superior even to force users....like you. Oh, and a thank you would be nice."" Yeah....kiel was pissed. This shabla general walked in complaining..... He'd definitely have to take his pride down a few notches. Of course, having helmet means you can get pissed all you want and no one will know..."
9451,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=225,2014-12-09T15:57:00,Marsisian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Ancian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22740525#p22740525"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Unified Imperial States <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22740299#p22740299"">wrote</a>:</cite>The shuttle door closed as Valarn sat down, and it took off immediately. ""Pardon me, gentlemen, but our ship is modified for stealth. We should be making our way out of the system undetected, not with a fleet of ships at our tail.""<br/><br/>The shuttle sped away towards the Exilis, about ten minutes away.</div></blockquote><br/>""Thank the gods....whichever set you worship""<br/><blockquote><div><cite>Marsisian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22740190#p22740190"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Oh, I'm sorry, your highness, <span style=""font-style: italic"">Fett clone.</span> Excuse me for thinking I outrank you.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Your excused general, I often find officers get that impression...the kaminoans made us pure jango fett. And that makes genetically superior even to force users....like you. Oh, and a thank you would be nice."" Yeah....kiel was pissed. This shabla general walked in complaining..... He'd definitely have to take his pride down a few notches. Of course, having helmet means you can get pissed all you want and no one will know...</div></blockquote><br/>""A thank you? Of course, I give a thank you. To the Confederate commander over here. Superior?"" The General laughed."
9452,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=225,2014-12-09T16:04:00,Ancian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Marsisian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22740627#p22740627"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Ancian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22740525#p22740525"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Thank the gods....whichever set you worship""<br/><br/>""Your excused general, I often find officers get that impression...the kaminoans made us pure jango fett. And that makes genetically superior even to force users....like you. Oh, and a thank you would be nice."" Yeah....kiel was pissed. This shabla general walked in complaining..... He'd definitely have to take his pride down a few notches. Of course, having helmet means you can get pissed all you want and no one will know...</div></blockquote><br/>""A thank you? Of course, I give a thank you. To the Confederate commander over here. Superior?"" The General laughed.</div></blockquote><br/>""Cute... Oh yes, think Jango's skill enhanced by genetics, then think that the best of the clones are alpha ARC captains...oh wait..that would be me..."" In his helmet he was sure he looked mad, the problem was the general had a rather great mask of his own..."
9453,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=225,2014-12-09T16:07:00,Unified Imperial States,"After ten minutes of snide remarks and rebuttals, the cloaked door to the Exilis opened, allowing the shuttle to enter and closing shortly thereafter. As Lieutenant Valarn walked out of the opening shuttle door, he breathed a sigh of relief that neither of his superiors tried to kill each other during the flight.<br/><br/>He turned to his guests. ""If you'll excuse me, I must make preparations. It will probably take a while to leave the system with those Immobilizer 418s projecting their gravity wells in orbit."" He made his way to the bridge, and whilst doing so activated his comms to the commander droid there. ""Commander, take us out of the atmosphere, and calculate a safe path out of the system with standard engines."
9454,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=225,2014-12-09T16:14:00,Cainesland,"<blockquote><div><cite>Cainesland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22735810#p22735810"">wrote</a>:</cite>Tygers vessel exited hyperspace over neimodia. A free trade world he took his que from the other frigates and entered the atmosphere. He contacted the main governmental office and asked where he should land for a good security area in which to leave his ship while he received his money. The corrupt governmental official demanded credits for the location and permission to land there so after a 100 republic credit bribe the government told him he could land in a hanger which would turn out to be the main military hanger. <br/><br/>Around 20 minutes later, he landed in the hanger and exited his ship. Spotting a small group of people in the hanger he decided to approach them. ""Hello, I'm Tyger, do you know how I might arrive at the banking facilities from this hanger?"" He asked.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>After they told him where the banking facilities were he thanked them and continued on to the banking facities for his cut of the profits from the droid manufactory on geonosis. Tyger walked through the elevated walkways and thought himself how cool it was that that was possible. After a half hour of walking and numerous times asking for directions he arrived at the galactic trade centre. He entered through the front doors. After 10 minutes of standing behind a line of who he assumed would be retired folks by there age, he got to the front of the line and saw a bored and impatient Rylothian receptionist. ""Hello, I'm here to make a withdrawal"" he said calmly. ""What's your name sir?"" Asked the receptionist. ""Tyger Mustard ma'am"". She said ""mm hmm"" one moment sir."" He continued with the regular banking procedures before she asked ""how much would you like withdraw sir?"" With slightly wider eyes as she looked at the currently 6 figure account that existed solely for holding his monthly earnings from the one geonosis droid manufactory. ""All of it ma'am"" he responded and saw her hesitate. ""One moment sir, I'll need to clear this with my manager"" he watched her disappear behind a door. The people behind him, thinking she was taking a break were getting increasingly agitated. About 10 minutes later the lady returned to her desk and said your transaction is nearly complete sir, please go see the manager. Next!"". Tyger taking his Que. took a right turn then a left turn and walked forward to the managers office. He knocked there times and a neimodian who looked like Nute gunray answered the door. ""Who are you?"" Asked the manager. ""Tyger Mustard"". ""Oh I see, well come with me then"" the manager guided him down to the fiscal vaults and asked if he was sure he wanted to take everything out and Tyger said yes. The manager said ""ok"" in response. He got Ther to put his hand on the vault and sign a form for liabilities and Tyver said ""I need you to get it delivered to my ship in the military hangers, then I'll sign it. The manger sighed and said ok again, soon delivery ships would depart with a delivery for tyger."
9455,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=225,2014-12-09T16:15:00,Marsisian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Ancian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22740715#p22740715"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Marsisian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22740627#p22740627"">wrote</a>:</cite>""A thank you? Of course, I give a thank you. To the Confederate commander over here. Superior?"" The General laughed.</div></blockquote><br/>""Cute... Oh yes, think Jango's skill enhanced by genetics, then think that the best of the clones are alpha ARC captains...oh wait..that would be me..."" In his helmet he was sure he looked mad, the problem was the general had a rather great mask of his own...</div></blockquote><br/>Before Insanus left, he made sure to get back at the clone with one more insult. ""Ever hear about the legendary Sith that lived thousands of years ago? Oh, wait, I'm the modern equivalent of them..."""
9456,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=225,2014-12-09T16:25:00,Ancian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Marsisian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22740852#p22740852"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Ancian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22740715#p22740715"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Cute... Oh yes, think Jango's skill enhanced by genetics, then think that the best of the clones are alpha ARC captains...oh wait..that would be me..."" In his helmet he was sure he looked mad, the problem was the general had a rather great mask of his own...</div></blockquote><br/>Before Insanus left, he made sure to get back at the clone with one more insult. ""Ever hear about the legendary Sith that lived thousands of years ago? Oh, wait, I'm the modern equivalent of them...""</div></blockquote><br/>""Good thing I'm trained to kill mediocre force users then"" He mock bowed and walked towards the armory to cool down and play with dangerous toys...despite the generals rudeness to inferiors who are out of place he wasn't that bad of a man...."
9457,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=250,2014-12-09T16:39:00,Pantorrum,"Grievous received the reports of an attack on Neimodia. He immediately got on and made a communique with Admiral Trench and several other Separatist Admirals.<br/><br/>""The Planet Neimodia is under attack, assemble a massive fleet and prepare to jump to Neimodia. I will go ahead. I expect you will be there soon."" He coughed, sending them his order. He wanted 25 Lukrehulk Carriers, 12 providence Battleships, 200 Munificent Cruisers, 50 Recusant Destroyers, 70 Techno Union Frigates, and 10 droid carriers.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, Grievous ordered his fleet to Hyperspace. They were no far from Neimodia, thus arrived shortly after departing. The fleet snapped out of hyperspace with weapons fully armed. Maximum fire power was utilized on the enemies engines, particularly the mandators and Super Star Destroyers and likely command vessels. Grievous' enhanced Providence Class Battleship fired multiple shots into the engines of a nearby star destroyers engines. The enemy fleet would likely not have been ready, since they were distracted with ground bombardments. It would be most likely that their shields were mostly concentrated in the front to protect from a ground assault.<br/><br/>The Ground defenses turned their ION cannons and other defensive mechanisms to the sky. The ION engines, being very powerful, targeted the enemy's Super Star Destroyers and Manadators while other defenses tried to hit enemy guns causing the most damage. Massive swarms of over ten thousand droid fighters emerged from ground hangers to swarm the enemy fleet, some committing Kamikaze attacks on the enemy bridges and hangers.<br/>It would be less than an hour before a Separatist Armada arrived, but Grievous was more than ready to hold out until then. A massive swarm of thousands of more fighters also attack the enemy from the rear, ramming into their engines and firing thousands of shots into their hulls and shields."
9458,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=250,2014-12-09T16:46:00,Nation of cool guys,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pantorrum <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22741137#p22741137"">wrote</a>:</cite>Grievous received the reports of an attack on Neimodia. He immediately got on and made a communique with Admiral Trench and several other Separatist Admirals. <br/><br/>""The Planet Neimodia is under attack, assemble a massive fleet and prepare to jump to Neimodia. I will go ahead. I expect you will be there soon."" He coughed, sending them his order. He wanted 25 Lukrehulk Carriers, 12 providence Battleships, 200 Munificent Cruisers, 50 Recusant Destroyers, 70 Techno Union Frigates, and 10 droid carriers. <br/><br/>Meanwhile, Grievous ordered his fleet to Hyperspace. They were no far from Neimodia, thus arrived shortly after departing. The fleet snapped out of hyperspace with weapons fully armed. Maximum fire power was utilized on the enemies engines, particularly the mandators and Super Star Destroyers and likely command vessels. Grievous' enhanced Providence Class Battleship fired multiple shots into the engines of a nearby star destroyers engines. The enemy fleet would likely not have been ready, since they were distracted with ground bombardments. It would be most likely that their shields were mostly concentrated in the front to protect from a ground assault. <br/><br/>The Ground defenses turned their ION cannons and other defensive mechanisms to the sky. The ION engines, being very powerful, targeted the enemy's Super Star Destroyers and Manadators while other defenses tried to hit enemy guns causing the most damage. Massive swarms of over ten thousand droid fighters emerged from ground hangers to swarm the enemy fleet, some committing Kamikaze attacks on the enemy bridges and hangers. <br/>It would be less than an hour before a Separatist Armada arrived, but Grievous was more than ready to hold out until then. A massive swarm of thousands of more fighters also attack the enemy from the rear, ramming into their engines and firing thousands of shots into their hulls and shields.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>Thrawn's flagship shook with the impact of the sudden assault. He wasted no time in ordering a jump to lightspeed. Unfortunately three of the Victory-class Star Destroyers in the rear were disabled shortly after the Separatist fleet arrived.<br/><br/>""JUMP NOW"" Thrawn shouted through the comms. ""IT DOESN'T MATTER WHERE WE END UP, GET US OUT OF HERE!""<br/>Thrawn new that a massive Separatist fleet would arrive very quickly, and a fast jump was critical."
9459,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=250,2014-12-09T16:50:00,Pantorrum,"The Separatist pushed their offensive forward, as they detected a hyperspace jump was being initiated.<br/><br/>""Imperial scum!"" Grievous yelled, knocking a nearby droids head off.<br/>""Full power to forward Batteries, destroy the enemy engines! Do not let them escape!""<br/><br/>Kamikaze attacks shifted to the ships that were not as damaged, mostly the 3 Mandator class vessels. The 3 damaged Victory Class Destroyers were attacked by Hyena Bomber squadrons just arriving from the Lukrehulks, as were the enemy ships preparing to jump...<br/><br/>Grievous sent a message to the enemy force.<br/><br/>""Attention human scum, I am General Grievous, Supreme Commander of the Separatist Army. You may run today and survive, but I promise you this...I will hunt you down,a dn gut every officer alive when the Separatist Armada crushed your entire fleet! Your blood will stain the floors of your ships as I march gloriously on to Coruscaunt.""<br/><br/>The fearful message was sent on an open frequency, likely being the first time anyone actually seen Grievous alive again, and not just heard about it...<br/><br/>Unfortunately, the ships had disappeared before they received the blunt of the forward assault."
9460,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=250,2014-12-09T16:53:00,Unified Imperial States,"""Lieutenant, reports say that the Imperial Fleet has jumped out of the system"", reported Valarn's commander droid. Valarn checked his own console for confirmation before exclaiming, ""Excellent. Decloak, cut comm silence, and report to high command that we have General Isanus on board."""
9461,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=250,2014-12-09T17:09:00,Ancian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Unified Imperial States <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22741312#p22741312"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Lieutenant, reports say that the Imperial Fleet has jumped out of the system"", reported Valarn's commander droid. Valarn checked his own console for confirmation before exclaiming, ""Excellent. Decloak, cut comm silence, and report to high command that we have General Isanus on board.""</div></blockquote><br/>Kiel was heading to the bridge when he heard the announcement. ""YES!! Beat those damn imps back!"
9462,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=250,2014-12-09T17:24:00,The Intergalactic Russian Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pantorrum <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22741283#p22741283"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Separatist pushed their offensive forward, as they detected a hyperspace jump was being initiated. <br/><br/>""Imperial scum!"" Grievous yelled, knocking a nearby droids head off. <br/>""Full power to forward Batteries, destroy the enemy engines! Do not let them escape!""<br/><br/>Kamikaze attacks shifted to the ships that were not as damaged, mostly the 3 Mandator class vessels. The 3 damaged Victory Class Destroyers were attacked by Hyena Bomber squadrons just arriving from the Lukrehulks, as were the enemy ships preparing to jump...<br/><br/>Grievous sent a message to the enemy force. <br/><br/>""Attention human scum, I am General Grievous, Supreme Commander of the Separatist Army. You may run today and survive, but I promise you this...I will hunt you down,a dn gut every officer alive when the Separatist Armada crushed your entire fleet! Your blood will stain the floors of your ships as I march gloriously on to Coruscaunt.""<br/><br/>The fearful message was sent on an open frequency, likely being the first time anyone actually seen Grievous alive again, and not just heard about it...</div></blockquote><br/>Unit-0 got on the comms and said ""Well I'll be a defective R2 unit, the legends are true. Sir, I need a new ship as I rammed my last one into an Imperial ship."" He turned his transport and flew towards Grievous' fleet."
9463,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=250,2014-12-09T20:20:00,The United Empire of Exucular,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nation of cool guys <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22729845#p22729845"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The United Empire of Exucular <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22728519#p22728519"">wrote</a>:</cite>Sighing he jumped down from the Basilisk. Using the Force he levitated his lightsabers over to the Mandalorian Captain. They both floated before him. As this happened Cosmos put his hands behind his back waiting to be cuffed.<br/>""Take care of those for me Captain.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The captain took the lightsabers and had one of the other Mandalorians cuff Cosmos.<br/>Both of the Jedi were then placed in Force-sensetive cells.</div></blockquote><br/>Cosmos looked around and started to think about possible methods of escape. Sitting down on the floor he began to meditate in order to formulate a plan for his and Tann's eventual departure from this vessel."
9464,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=250,2014-12-09T22:11:00,Republic of Vectors,"Harlow Dmiz<br/><br/><br/><br/><br/>The Governor of the Villiant Ensemble walked down the durasteel strip towards the personal landing pad built alongside the House of Leaders on the planet of Gu'Ian. Dressed in a cheap suit and devoid of any jewelry or perfumes, he was briefing his Prime Minister on his actions.<br/><br/>“Mister Burleq, I will be taking a voyage to Coruscant. I will be trying to secure a loan to help us advacne further in these troubled times.”<br/>“But Mister Dmix!” Exclaims the Minister. “We are in a huge era of prosperity and the war is no where close to us” The Prime Minister was clearly confused, he searched the passive face of the Governor for signs of stress or fatigue, but found none.<br/>“Us citizens know of the prosperity that we have accumulated. But the Republic will be ready to grant us a large loan in an effort to sway us to their cause. It will only take a visit to one our our moon mines to show them the dreary conditions that we all live in out here. The representative will indeed grant us billions of credits, of which we shall use to purchase weapons.”<br/>“Weapons?!?!” The Minister exclaimed again. The Governor was sounding like a madman!<br/>“Yes. Weapons. We are likely going to be approached by either the Republic, or the Separatists. The Republic, we can go to them first and feign our good nature, or the Separatists will send an invasion force if we deny their cause. There is no winning for us. Almost all regions this far out have been approached, and have turned into fiery battlefronts. It is our time to prepare, upgrade our battle droids and acquire those planetary shields that have not been approved by council yet.”<br/>the Prime Minister was at a true lack of words. No matter how much he wanted to deny it, it nagged the back of his mind that the Governor was correct. “Sir, I truly understand. I do not agree, but I understand.” The rest of the short walk was in silence as each party reflected on the conversation. Finally at the end of the path, right at the gaping door into a diplomat armored transport, the two men stopped and turned to each other.<br/>“I will only be gone for a day or two. Take care of our nation in my absence.” The Governor warmly requested before extending a hand. The Prime Minister took the hand and shook.<br/>“Make us strong and free Sir.”<br/><br/>And with that, the Governor ascended the ramp and disappeared into the depths of the ship. In the ship with the Governor was his personal entourage, two B2 Super Battle Droids and six Elite Storm Troopers. Shortly after leaving the atmosphere, the ship took off into hyperspace. A mere few seconds later, a Bellator class Dreadnought jumped in behind the VIP transport. If the Governor got stopped somewhere, the buggers responsible would be in for a big surprise."
9465,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=250,2014-12-10T02:55:00,Romus Maximus,"Dos stood and walked the length of the bridge and stood at the viewport.<br/>""New plan. Lieutenant, stop transmitting the signal. Sergeant power up the hyperdrive and take us to Hypori. It's a droid foundry, so there is bound to be a Seppie fleet nearby and Seppies always need extra hands. And they pay well.""<br/>""Sir, yes sir!"" The two clones chorused and began to work. The cruiser pulled forwards and began to move and then as it gained speed jerked into Hyperspace. Dos continued to stand at the viewport, watching as the galaxy flew past them."
9466,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=250,2014-12-10T04:58:00,The Royally United Provinces,"<blockquote><div><cite>The United Empire of Exucular <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22743962#p22743962"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Nation of cool guys <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22729845#p22729845"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>The captain took the lightsabers and had one of the other Mandalorians cuff Cosmos.<br/>Both of the Jedi were then placed in Force-sensetive cells.</div></blockquote><br/>Cosmos looked around and started to think about possible methods of escape. Sitting down on the floor he began to meditate in order to formulate a plan for his and Tann's eventual departure from this vessel.</div></blockquote><br/>Jako in attempt to find the captured Jedi began to speak only to hear it reflect back to him. He looked up to Michael and spoke to him. ""We must return home and continue your training. We will plan how to help them but we must return home before we are spotted and captured."" He found his ring and the ship shot back to Mandalore.<br/><br/>Upon arrival he flew back to the surface and landed at home. He covered the ship and went inside to meditate. He began to speak to surviving Jedi. He was confused and stumped. He came back and began to toy with the force."
9467,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=250,2014-12-10T08:12:00,Draica,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Onboard General Griveous's ship</span></span><br/><br/>""I'm sure Viceroy Gunray will be more than happy to hear of your failure to stop them from escaping, Griveous."" Ventress said, cackling lightly. ""Anyway, I'm more than positive that the Seperatist Council is having a meeting soon. I'd tune into that."" She said. Ventress had esoteric abilities that she gained from being a former nightsister, and she could feel that the once endangered Isnarus was in the arms of the Seperatists.<br/>""I think I know who I'l be contacting."" She said, walking off to the communications center of the bridge. She attempted to get a line through to Valarn,<br/>""Valarn, this is General Ventress, I know Isnarus is safe and I know you have him. Get the ship carrying him to Griveous's flagship, I'm positive the General would like to see him..""<br/><br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Nute Gunray's citadel, Nute Gunray</span></span><br/><br/>Upon hearing of the recent Seperatist victory at Neimodia, Gunray was happy. Then he heard of the imperial fleet escaping.. He immediately contacted Griveous,<br/>""GENERAL!"" He yelled, ""How DARE you let them escape? Do you know the consequences of letting them escape? TRACK THEM DOWN, NOW! NOW!"" He commanded, waiting for his response.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Naboo Orbit, Naboo</span></span><br/><br/>Three Munificient frigates came in over Naboo's orbit. The lead one was holding Chairman of the Intergalactic Banking Clan, San Hill, who was still a dedicated member of the Seperatist alliance. Hill boarded a shuttle and was lifted down to Theed. Once he got there, he exited the Shuttle and walked towards the Palace surrounded by B2 battle droid escorts. He walked up to one of the commander droids and nodded,<br/>""Commander,"" He said, ""How are things going here?"" He asked (you may play this droid, Pantorrum.)"
9468,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=250,2014-12-10T08:35:00,Cainesland,"<blockquote><div><cite>Cainesland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22740835#p22740835"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Cainesland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22735810#p22735810"">wrote</a>:</cite>Tygers vessel exited hyperspace over neimodia. A free trade world he took his que from the other frigates and entered the atmosphere. He contacted the main governmental office and asked where he should land for a good security area in which to leave his ship while he received his money. The corrupt governmental official demanded credits for the location and permission to land there so after a 100 republic credit bribe the government told him he could land in a hanger which would turn out to be the main military hanger. <br/><br/>Around 20 minutes later, he landed in the hanger and exited his ship. Spotting a small group of people in the hanger he decided to approach them. ""Hello, I'm Tyger, do you know how I might arrive at the banking facilities from this hanger?"" He asked.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>After they told him where the banking facilities were he thanked them and continued on to the banking facities for his cut of the profits from the droid manufactory on geonosis. Tyger walked through the elevated walkways and thought himself how cool it was that that was possible. After a half hour of walking and numerous times asking for directions he arrived at the galactic trade centre. He entered through the front doors. After 10 minutes of standing behind a line of who he assumed would be retired folks by there age, he got to the front of the line and saw a bored and impatient Rylothian receptionist. ""Hello, I'm here to make a withdrawal"" he said calmly. ""What's your name sir?"" Asked the receptionist. ""Tyger Mustard ma'am"". She said ""mm hmm"" one moment sir."" He continued with the regular banking procedures before she asked ""how much would you like withdraw sir?"" With slightly wider eyes as she looked at the currently 6 figure account that existed solely for holding his monthly earnings from the one geonosis droid manufactory. ""All of it ma'am"" he responded and saw her hesitate. ""One moment sir, I'll need to clear this with my manager"" he watched her disappear behind a door. The people behind him, thinking she was taking a break were getting increasingly agitated. About 10 minutes later the lady returned to her desk and said your transaction is nearly complete sir, please go see the manager. Next!"". Tyger taking his Que. took a right turn then a left turn and walked forward to the managers office. He knocked there times and a neimodian who looked like Nute gunray answered the door. ""Who are you?"" Asked the manager. ""Tyger Mustard"". ""Oh I see, well come with me then"" the manager guided him down to the fiscal vaults and asked if he was sure he wanted to take everything out and Tyger said yes. The manager said ""ok"" in response. He got Ther to put his hand on the vault and sign a form for liabilities and Tyver said ""I need you to get it delivered to my ship in the military hangers, then I'll sign it. The manger sighed and said ok again, soon delivery ships would depart with a delivery for tyger.</div></blockquote><br/>Tyger thanked the manager and with his money obtained, he left the bank. He grabbed a taxi as he didn't want to walk back to his ship. Soon he was back in his ship.<br/><br/>""Set course for coruscant if you will"" Tyger told the driver. Afterwords he walked through the luxury halls and after arriving in his room lied down. When he awoke the red light was flashing stating that he had arrived. Tyger got out of bed and dawned some formal wear more appropriate for a visit to the galactic senate.<br/><br/>About 20 minutes after he had arrived at the senate gates. ""Halt"" said a senate guard firmly. ""I'm invited. I have business to conduct"" replied Tyger ""there's a vote going on, I'll have to see your papers sir"" Tyger handed them over. ""Everything Seems to be in order I suppose. You may enter"" said the guard, a little surprised. ""Thank you very much sir, have a good day"" said Tyger as he entered the senate building. ""You as well"" replied the guard."
9469,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=250,2014-12-10T09:43:00,Nation of cool guys,"Thrawn and Spar's fleet emerged from their random hyperspace jump several days later.<br/>Critical systems on many of the ships were damaged, comms were down on several ships, and the fleet had lost several of its Victory-class Star Destroyers when Grievous had ambushed them.<br/>They had emerged from hyperspace in a largely empty sector of space, with only one solitary planet.<br/>""Lieutenant, where are we?"" Asked Thrawn, jumping aside to avoid a shower of sparks.<br/>The Lieutenant studied the display, and said ""The computer system is damaged, it will be a little while before it can sync our location to the charts.""<br/>Thrawn looked out the bridge window and noticed the tiny speck in the distance. ""What's that ahead?"" Asked Thrawn. The Lieutenant checked the display, which loaded rather slowly. ""It's a single planet. Roughly nine thousand kilometers in diameter. We'll have to move closer to get more detailed scans.""<br/>Thrawn gave the order and the fleet moved towards the lone planet."
9470,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=250,2014-12-10T10:48:00,Unified Imperial States,"<blockquote><div><cite>Draica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22747346#p22747346"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""I'm sure Viceroy Gunray will be more than happy to hear of your failure to stop them from escaping, Griveous."" Ventress said, cackling lightly. ""Anyway, I'm more than positive that the Seperatist Council is having a meeting soon. I'd tune into that."" She said. Ventress had esoteric abilities that she gained from being a former nightsister, and she could feel that the once endangered Isnarus was in the arms of the Seperatists.<br/>""I think I know who I'l be contacting."" She said, walking off to the communications center of the bridge. She attempted to get a line through to Valarn,<br/>""Valarn, this is General Ventress, I know Isnarus is safe and I know you have him. Get the ship carrying him to Griveous's flagship, I'm positive the General would like to see him..""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Lieutenant Valarn snapped his boots together, making a curt salute. ""As you order, general."" He turned to the bridge crew after the communication cut. ""Move us to Grievous' flagship, and prepare the shuttle for another flight.""<br/><br/>The Exilis took a position in medium orbit near the other ship, allowing the shuttle, and Insanus, a clear path to Grievous."
9471,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=250,2014-12-10T10:54:00,Ancian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Unified Imperial States <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22748561#p22748561"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Draica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22747346#p22747346"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""I'm sure Viceroy Gunray will be more than happy to hear of your failure to stop them from escaping, Griveous."" Ventress said, cackling lightly. ""Anyway, I'm more than positive that the Seperatist Council is having a meeting soon. I'd tune into that."" She said. Ventress had esoteric abilities that she gained from being a former nightsister, and she could feel that the once endangered Isnarus was in the arms of the Seperatists.<br/>""I think I know who I'l be contacting."" She said, walking off to the communications center of the bridge. She attempted to get a line through to Valarn,<br/>""Valarn, this is General Ventress, I know Isnarus is safe and I know you have him. Get the ship carrying him to Griveous's flagship, I'm positive the General would like to see him..""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Lieutenant Valarn snapped his boots together, making a curt salute. ""As you order, general."" He turned to the bridge crew after the communication cut. ""Move us to Grievous' flagship, and prepare the shuttle for another flight.""<br/><br/>The Exilis took a position in medium orbit near the other ship, allowing the shuttle, and Insanus, a clear path to Grievous.</div></blockquote>""Lieutenant Valarn if you don't mind I'll stay on the bridge here until I'm otherwise ordered."
9472,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=250,2014-12-10T11:08:00,Unified Imperial States,"<blockquote><div><cite>Ancian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22748604#p22748604"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Lieutenant Valarn if you don't mind I'll stay on the bridge here until I'm otherwise ordered.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Of course, you can do what you like. I expect they may want a word with me anyways."""
9473,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=250,2014-12-10T12:44:00,Ancian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Unified Imperial States <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22748736#p22748736"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Ancian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22748604#p22748604"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Lieutenant Valarn if you don't mind I'll stay on the bridge here until I'm otherwise ordered.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Of course, you can do what you like. I expect they may want a word with me anyways.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Expected after all you've done, you need to get a promotion to command this tub of yours. If you go along with the general, I do believe I'll accompany you. I promise I'll behave..."""
9474,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=250,2014-12-10T13:14:00,Mifan,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Royally United Provinces <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22746386#p22746386"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The United Empire of Exucular <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22743962#p22743962"">wrote</a>:</cite>Cosmos looked around and started to think about possible methods of escape. Sitting down on the floor he began to meditate in order to formulate a plan for his and Tann's eventual departure from this vessel.</div></blockquote><br/>Jako in attempt to find the captured Jedi began to speak only to hear it reflect back to him. He looked up to Michael and spoke to him. ""We must return home and continue your training. We will plan how to help them but we must return home before we are spotted and captured."" He found his ring and the ship shot back to Mandalore. <br/><br/>Upon arrival he flew back to the surface and landed at home. He covered the ship and went inside to meditate. He began to speak to surviving Jedi. He was confused and stumped. He came back and began to toy with the force.</div></blockquote><br/>Michael was disappointed that they weren't able to rescue the other Jedi. However, he followed his master's advice, knowing that Jako was much more experienced in the way of the force than he was. Once they had landed back on Mandalore, Michael began to toy with his lightsabers. He remembered his training in the temple about using two blades and remembered the best way to fight with them. His former master taught Michael, himself, on how to fight with two lightsabers. He sat down and saw flashbacks of his master being killed by the clones in the Temple. He began to feel the same way like he did when he first saw him die, defenseless and weak. No matter how long its been or how far he was, he always remembered when his master told him to run from the fight. Michael sat down and continued to remember the past and his master."
9475,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=250,2014-12-10T15:39:00,Fascist Republic Of Bermuda,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Tipoca City, Kamino</span><br/><br/>Imperial Marshal CC-2224, better known as Commander Cody, watched as the members of the 212th Attack Battalion milled about in the rainy conditions of Kamino, the clones' homeworld. A TIE/LN Fighter flew by. A stormtrooper caught Cody's eye and nodded in his direction from a nearby landing pad, where a Lambda-class shuttle sat. Some infantrymen might have complained about the lack of action, but not Cody. Cody was glad for the silence, the peace, the detachment from the war raging throughout the galaxy.<br/><br/>Kamino had been in and out of the ranges of Imperial supply ships, so the defenses of Kamino were rather thrown-together. The fleet above the planet had 1<span style=""font-style: italic"">Imperial</span>-Class Star Destroyer, 3<span style=""font-style: italic"">Venator</span>-Class Star Destroyers, 2 4<span style=""font-style: italic"">Victory</span>-Class Star Destroyers, 7<span style=""font-style: italic""> Acclamator II</span>-class Assault Ships, 18<span style=""font-style: italic"">Tartan</span>-Class Patrol Cruisers, and loads of fighter and bombers. The 7th Sky Corps itself was rather mis-matched, with only roughly a third equipped with the new Stormtrooper armor. Most were still in Phase II Clone Trooper armor, some still bearing laser marks from Utapau. It was ridiculous. The 7th was once one of the best units in the galaxy, but now it had been reduced to a backwater army. Cody sighed and walked back into the nearest dome building, out of the rain, and started walking to his barracks."
9476,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=250,2014-12-10T16:09:00,Bulgislavia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Coruscant, Senate Hall</span></span><br/><br/>Dressed in a rather revealing blue gown, Minku sat dutifully next to the overweight Twi'Lek senator Orn Free Taa, alongside one of his other female Twi'Lek companions.<br/><br/>Her purple skin complimented her gown as she feigned interest in the current discussions going on in the now powerless chamber. No matter what vote occurred the results would always end up being whatever outcome Emperor Palpatine desired, any resistant senator dared not openly defy the Empire least something bad happen to them or the planet they were meant to be representing.<br/><br/>At present a Senator from one of the core worlds was elaborating on the results of the battle above Nemoidia as well as exposing more supposed Separatist plots to destabilize the empire.<br/><br/>Once they had finished talking, Orn Free Taa pushed some buttons and steered his Senate pod where it slowly glided towards the center of the hall. Minku merely smiled and ""Looked pretty"" alongside the corpulent senator<br/><br/>""Honorable senators of the empire. I speak on behalf of Ryloth in calling for assistance in light of the Separatist presence close to the Twi'Lek homeworld. We have already been under a Separatist occupation once for which we suffered dearly and we are still in danger, most notably one of their most important worlds of Geonosis is a few short parsecs from Ryloth. It is with this in mind that I wish to canvas support for economic, political and military assistance for my people...."" At this the senate hall began to break into discussion and chatter among the senators<br/><br/>""The attempt to bring this war to a definitive close has failed with the escape of the Separatist Council and it appears information of Grievous' death on Utupau turned out to be false. Ryloth is in a dangerous situation and needs help before we face another Separatist blockade and invasion. I plead with my fellow imperial senators to give the Twi'Leks the support they need to counter the Separatist hostilities!"" Orn Free Taa then sat down and the senate pod glided back into his fixed position along the chambers walls.<br/><br/>Minku felt a small holo communicator start vibrating in her pocket '<span style=""font-style: italic"">this must be important</span>', she leaned over to Taa<br/><br/>""Senator Taa, I'm afraid I'm feeling a little faint, do you mind if I leave the senate session to refresh?"" she whispered<br/><br/>""Ofcourse my dear, I will brief you on the outcome of the session once it is adjourned""<br/><br/>Minku stood up and left the hall, making her way to the garages where she took a transport which began to fly out of the Senate garages and into the stream of traffic. Her holo communicator was still vibrating. She turned it on to reveal the holographic image of an Ithorian which mumbled in its indigenous language, subtitles allowed Minku to understand what the alien was saying<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">'Hello contact, I have some information that is of importance to you. There is a small group of surviving senators who remain loyal to the old republic. They are fugitives from the empire and are currently in hiding in the Coruscant underworld in district 1313. They require safe passage off Coruscant and imperial space. I was told you have access to a handful of safe houses, I was told you could help them. This message will erase once it has run its course. You can find an intermediary in the district 1313 Cantina who can lead you to the fugitive senators. The galaxy is now dominated by the darkness, we must all do our part to encourage the light. Good luck</span>' with that the message fizzled out<br/><br/>Minku thought to herself<span style=""font-style: italic"">'District 1313, its not a place you would expect to see an assistant of a sitting imperial senator..... I'm going to have to find some kind of protection if I am to go through with this</span>'<br/><br/>The transport then landed on a landing pad attached to her towering apartment complex where her private suite was located. Her R5 astromech droid wheeled out to greet her<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">'Beep, beep, boop</span>'<br/><br/>""Yes R5 I received the message, I'm unsure how I'm going to find the time to travel the under city, my schedule is already booked up with duties and errands for Senator Taa"" sighed Minku<br/><br/>'<span style=""font-style: italic"">Boooop, buzzz, bip...</span>' replied R5"
9477,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=250,2014-12-10T20:33:00,Pantorrum,"Grievous tried to ignore Ventress, barely restraining from taking a swipe at her head.<br/>That was when he got Gunray's message.<br/><br/>""Listen to me you pathetic slime! I will hunt them down on my own accord, I am the Supreme Commander of the Droid Army and the most feared General in the entire Galaxy! I was left in command after the fall of the good Count!""<br/>He coughed, terminating the transmission.<br/><br/><br/>The incoming vessels were all accepted into the hanger bay.<br/><br/>The Droid commander on Naboo responded quickly.<br/><br/>""Everything is well, sir. Our forces have secured everything. Enemy resistance is no longer plausible. What are your wishes, sir?"""
9478,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=250,2014-12-10T22:19:00,Unified Imperial States,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pantorrum <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22755340#p22755340"">wrote</a>:</cite>Grievous tried to ignore Ventress, barely restraining from taking a swipe at her head. <br/>That was when he got Gunray's message. <br/><br/>""Listen to me you pathetic slime! I will hunt them down on my own accord, I am the Supreme Commander of the Droid Army and the most feared General in the entire Galaxy! I was left in command after the fall of the good Count!""<br/>He coughed, terminating the transmission. <br/><br/><br/>The incoming vessels were all accepted into the hanger bay. <br/><br/>The Droid commander on Naboo responded quickly. <br/><br/>""Everything is well, sir. Our forces have secured everything. Enemy resistance is no longer plausible. What are your wishes, sir?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Sir"", the droid commander interrupted the conversation between Valarn and the ARC trooper. ""What is it, commander?"" Valarn responded, not annoyed in the slightest having a higher tolerance for his droids. At least more than most others. ""We have run calculations on the Imperial fleet's departure from the system. They did not go to Kuat."" Valarn shook his head and asked, ""So what?"" The commander walked over to the Lieutenant's command pulpit. ""We calculate that the Mandators in that fleet have a statiscal 94.34% chance to have been the primary Star Dreadnoughts in the Kuat Defence Fleet. Not returning to Kuat, this leaves them defenseless."" Valarn stared at his commander, before turning to his own console and putting in a comm hale to Grievous' ship."
9479,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=250,2014-12-11T05:39:00,Pantorrum,"Grievous accepted the hail and spoke loudly hastily.<br/>""What do you want?"" He said, standing impatiently and obviously aggravated at something. Unbeknownst to the other side of the communique, he was upset at Vice Gunray...<br/><br/>The fleet had formed up around Grievous, as the massive fleet requested arrived just when expected. Of course, the Imperials were already gone..."
9480,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=250,2014-12-11T08:47:00,Ancian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pantorrum <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22757803#p22757803"">wrote</a>:</cite>Grievous accepted the hail and spoke loudly hastily.<br/>""What do you want?"" He said, standing impatiently and obviously aggravated at something. Unbeknownst to the other side of the communique, he was upset at Vice Gunray...<br/><br/>The fleet had formed up around Grievous, as the massive fleet requested arrived just when expected. Of course, the Imperials were already gone...</div></blockquote><br/>Kiel carefully placed himself out of grievous line of sight. Grievous looked fairly mad and he was secretly glad he wasn't the one talking to him. He busied himself with looking over the shoulder of droids, all the while keeping within earshot of the conversation."
9481,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=250,2014-12-11T09:33:00,Unified Imperial States,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pantorrum <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22757803#p22757803"">wrote</a>:</cite>Grievous accepted the hail and spoke loudly hastily.<br/>""What do you want?"" He said, standing impatiently and obviously aggravated at something. Unbeknownst to the other side of the communique, he was upset at Vice Gunray...<br/><br/>The fleet had formed up around Grievous, as the massive fleet requested arrived just when expected. Of course, the Imperials were already gone...</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Pardon my interruption General, but I thought you would like to know. My ""tactical analysts"" have reason to believe that the Mandators in that fleet were from the Kuat defence armada. They didn't jump back to Kuat according to my droids' calculations. I can't say that a prolonged assault would be profitable, but a few hit-and-run attacks could probably disrupt operations."""
9482,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=275,2014-12-11T13:03:00,Draica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pantorrum <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22755340#p22755340"">wrote</a>:</cite>Grievous tried to ignore Ventress, barely restraining from taking a swipe at her head. <br/>That was when he got Gunray's message. <br/><br/>""Listen to me you pathetic slime! I will hunt them down on my own accord, I am the Supreme Commander of the Droid Army and the most feared General in the entire Galaxy! I was left in command after the fall of the good Count!""<br/>He coughed, terminating the transmission. <br/><br/><br/>The incoming vessels were all accepted into the hanger bay. <br/><br/>The Droid commander on Naboo responded quickly. <br/><br/>""Everything is well, sir. Our forces have secured everything. Enemy resistance is no longer plausible. What are your wishes, sir?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Hmm. And what of the gungans?"" Hill said, scratching his chin lightly. ""Surely they're a problem, no?"" He asked, waiting for the commander's response."
9483,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=275,2014-12-11T14:18:00,Nation of cool guys,"Thrawn looked out the viewport of the bridge at the planet below. The ships scanners had identified the planet as Rakata Prime.<br/>Thrawn looked in the database for information on the planet.<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">IMPERIAL DATABASE: SEARCH = RAKATA_PRIME<br/>Loading Requested Information.....<br/>Loaded<br/>Data Entry: Rakata Prime<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Lehon, also referred to as Rakata, Rakata Prime, and the Unknown World, was the homeworld of the Rakata species and the secret capital of their Infinite Empire. Lehon was a tropical world that inhabited a remote and relatively unknown corner of the galaxy known as the Tempered Wastes, a largely void area of space. Its surface was largely covered by oceans which were dotted by numerous clusters of islands and archipelagos. It was the only habitable planet in the Lehon system, but it shared an orbit around its primary star with the Star Forge, an ancient Rakatan space station and factory which drew its fuel directly from the system's primary star.</span><br/></span></span></blockquote><br/>Thrawn's heart raced when he saw the words ""Star Forge"". This was the very planet Revan had traveled to when he first discovered the Star Forge. The Star Forge itself had been obliterated by the Old Republic fleet, which was the cause, along with the mass destruction of the ancient Sith Fleet, of the rings of debris around the planet.<br/>Thrawn contacted Spar and told him just exactly where they were.<br/>""So you're telling me this is the planet the man who defeated Mandalore the Ultimate came to? What if there is some power we ourselves could unlock down there, it could help us win the war against the Separatists!"" Spar said to Thrawn. Thrawn nodded his agreement. ""Take a few shuttles and meet me on the surface near the large temple. And,"" he added, slowly but deliberately, ""Bring the Jedi who surrendered first. What was his name, Tann?"""
9484,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=275,2014-12-11T14:57:00,Nation of cool guys,"The small group of shuttles landed in the field near the old temple several minutes later. Thrawn and Spar exited first, each followed by a squad of Mandalorian Supercommandos. Out of a third shuttle came a slightly tired-looking Tann. Without saying anything, Thrawn and Spar lead the way into the massive temple, which resonated with the Dark Side of the force, whispering to Tann, whispers of forgotten secrets waiting to be uncovered"
9485,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=275,2014-12-11T15:02:00,Capsland,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nation of cool guys <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22762383#p22762383"">wrote</a>:</cite>The small group of shuttles landed in the field near the old temple several minutes later. Thrawn and Spar exited first, each followed by a squad of Mandalorian Supercommandos. Out of a third shuttle came a slightly tired-looking Tann. Without saying anything, Thrawn and Spar lead the way into the massive temple, which resonated with the Dark Side of the force, whispering to Tann, whispers of forgotten secrets waiting to be uncovered</div></blockquote><br/>As Tann walked out of the shuttle he could feel dark energy hitting him. He heard whispers<span style=""font-style: italic"">She's dead. They killed her. It was the Jedi's fault</span>. Tann grabbed his heart and fell to the ground, on his knees. He looked up with tears streaming down his face. ""Why are we here? There's no prison here!"""
9486,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=275,2014-12-11T15:03:00,Nation of cool guys,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nation of cool guys <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22762383#p22762383"">wrote</a>:</cite>The small group of shuttles landed in the field near the old temple several minutes later. Thrawn and Spar exited first, each followed by a squad of Mandalorian Supercommandos. Out of a third shuttle came a slightly tired-looking Tann. Without saying anything, Thrawn and Spar lead the way into the massive temple, which resonated with the Dark Side of the force, whispering to Tann, whispers of forgotten secrets waiting to be uncovered</div></blockquote><br/>Thrawn and Spar continued to walk, the Mandalorians half-dragging Tann towards the temple entrance. Thrawn turned to Tann.<br/>""This place is said full of the Dark Side of the force, full of ancient secrets... Can you feel it?"""
9487,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=275,2014-12-11T15:08:00,Capsland,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nation of cool guys <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22762456#p22762456"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Nation of cool guys <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22762383#p22762383"">wrote</a>:</cite>The small group of shuttles landed in the field near the old temple several minutes later. Thrawn and Spar exited first, each followed by a squad of Mandalorian Supercommandos. Out of a third shuttle came a slightly tired-looking Tann. Without saying anything, Thrawn and Spar lead the way into the massive temple, which resonated with the Dark Side of the force, whispering to Tann, whispers of forgotten secrets waiting to be uncovered</div></blockquote><br/>Thrawn and Spar continued to walk, the Mandalorians half-dragging Tann towards the temple entrance. Thrawn turned to Tann.<br/>""This place is said full of the Dark Side of the force, full of ancient secrets... Can you feel it?""</div></blockquote><br/>Tann shoved himself from the Mandalorians and continues to slowly walk with a limp. ""You're insane, I'm worth nothing to you..."" Tann noticed the green fields around him. This place seemed so nice, it reminded him of Naboo. It was a shame it was filled with the dark side, Tann knew his fate. But he tried to resist it as much as he could, denying the inevitable."
9488,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=275,2014-12-11T15:10:00,Nation of cool guys,"<blockquote><div><cite>Capsland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22762508#p22762508"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Nation of cool guys <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22762456#p22762456"">wrote</a>:</cite>Thrawn and Spar continued to walk, the Mandalorians half-dragging Tann towards the temple entrance. Thrawn turned to Tann.<br/>""This place is said full of the Dark Side of the force, full of ancient secrets... Can you feel it?""</div></blockquote><br/>Tann shoved himself from the Mandalorians and continues to slowly walk with a limp. ""You're insane, I'm worth nothing to you..."" Tann noticed the green fields around him. This place seemed so nice, it reminded him of Naboo. It was a shame it was filled with the dark side, Tann knew his fate. But he tried to resist it as much as he could, denying the inevitable.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Thrawn saw his plan working. He followed slowly behind Tann.<br/>""Tann, think of what you could accomplish, serving as a Sith Warrior of the Empire. You could even save other Jedi from death, by having them join you. You could save them, Tann. You wouldn't have to hide anymore."""
9489,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=275,2014-12-11T15:19:00,Capsland,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nation of cool guys <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22762533#p22762533"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Capsland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22762508#p22762508"">wrote</a>:</cite>Tann shoved himself from the Mandalorians and continues to slowly walk with a limp. ""You're insane, I'm worth nothing to you..."" Tann noticed the green fields around him. This place seemed so nice, it reminded him of Naboo. It was a shame it was filled with the dark side, Tann knew his fate. But he tried to resist it as much as he could, denying the inevitable.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Thrawn saw his plan working. He followed slowly behind Tann. <br/>""Tann, think of what you could accomplish, serving as a Sith Warrior of the Empire. You could even save other Jedi from death, by having them join you. You could save them, Tann. You wouldn't have to hide anymore.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Your Empire is based on lie and deceit. Even if I do succumb to your evil tricks, Tann Zon will be inside the Sith you created, trying to fight for good."" Tann put his head down, he really didn't know what he was going to do. Again the whispers cam back.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Jedi bring death, Jedi are evil. Only you can stop the Jedi... Darth Zonus...</span>Tanns eyes widened, he couldn't stop it. This realisation made him weak as a Jedi, he was losing grasp on what the word Jedi actually meant. His old master, Ki-Adi-Mundi, was just another distant memory now."
9490,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=275,2014-12-11T15:24:00,Nation of cool guys,"<blockquote><div><cite>Capsland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22762614#p22762614"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Nation of cool guys <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22762533#p22762533"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Thrawn saw his plan working. He followed slowly behind Tann. <br/>""Tann, think of what you could accomplish, serving as a Sith Warrior of the Empire. You could even save other Jedi from death, by having them join you. You could save them, Tann. You wouldn't have to hide anymore.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Your Empire is based on lie and deceit. Even if I do succumb to your evil tricks, Tann Zon will be inside the Sith you created, trying to fight for good."" Tann put his head down, he really didn't know what he was going to do. Again the whispers cam back. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Jedi bring death, Jedi are evil. Only you can stop the Jedi... Darth Zonus...</span> Tanns eyes widened, he couldn't stop it. This realisation made him weak as a Jedi, he was losing grasp on what the word Jedi actually meant. His old master, Ki-Adi-Mundi, was just another distant memory now.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Thrawn set his hand on Tann's shoulder and guided him to the doors of the temple. ""There are incredible secrets within the walls of this temple. Revan found them. Will you enter the temple with me?"""
9491,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=275,2014-12-11T15:25:00,The United Empire of Exucular,"<blockquote><div><cite>Capsland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22762614#p22762614"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Nation of cool guys <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22762533#p22762533"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Thrawn saw his plan working. He followed slowly behind Tann. <br/>""Tann, think of what you could accomplish, serving as a Sith Warrior of the Empire. You could even save other Jedi from death, by having them join you. You could save them, Tann. You wouldn't have to hide anymore.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Your Empire is based on lie and deceit. Even if I do succumb to your evil tricks, Tann Zon will be inside the Sith you created, trying to fight for good."" Tann put his head down, he really didn't know what he was going to do. Again the whispers cam back. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Jedi bring death, Jedi are evil. Only you can stop the Jedi... Darth Zonus...</span> Tanns eyes widened, he couldn't stop it. This realisation made him weak as a Jedi, he was losing grasp on what the word Jedi actually meant. His old master, Ki-Adi-Mundi, was just another distant memory now.</div></blockquote><br/>As Cosmos meditated in his cell he was suddenly hit with a warning from the Force. It was powerful, not even the cell could prevent it from reaching him. Kyle's eyes opened wide in a mixture of confusion and worry. He could feel it as if he wasn't in the force dampening room. The Dark Side. Something was happening below him, down on the planets surface, something the Light Side of the Force was not pleased with."
9492,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=275,2014-12-11T15:25:00,Capsland,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nation of cool guys <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22762670#p22762670"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Capsland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22762614#p22762614"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Your Empire is based on lie and deceit. Even if I do succumb to your evil tricks, Tann Zon will be inside the Sith you created, trying to fight for good."" Tann put his head down, he really didn't know what he was going to do. Again the whispers cam back. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Jedi bring death, Jedi are evil. Only you can stop the Jedi... Darth Zonus...</span> Tanns eyes widened, he couldn't stop it. This realisation made him weak as a Jedi, he was losing grasp on what the word Jedi actually meant. His old master, Ki-Adi-Mundi, was just another distant memory now.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Thrawn set his hand on Tann's shoulder and guided him to the doors of the temple. ""There are incredible secrets within the walls of this temple. Revan found them. Will you enter the temple with me?""</div></blockquote><br/>Tann looked at Thrawn's hand then at Thrawn himself. ""Do I have a choice?"" Tann said sarcastically, he waited, hoping the time would go by fast."
9493,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=275,2014-12-11T15:27:00,Nation of cool guys,"<blockquote><div><cite>Capsland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22762684#p22762684"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Nation of cool guys <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22762670#p22762670"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Thrawn set his hand on Tann's shoulder and guided him to the doors of the temple. ""There are incredible secrets within the walls of this temple. Revan found them. Will you enter the temple with me?""</div></blockquote><br/>Tann looked at Thrawn's hand then at Thrawn himself. ""Do I have a choice?"" Tann said sarcastically, he waited, hoping the time would go by fast.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Thrawn smiled and gave Tann a light push towards the temple. ""No, you don't."" Thrawn walked into the Temple, followed by Spar and the other Mandalorians."
9494,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=275,2014-12-11T15:28:00,Marsisian,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Grievous' ship</span><br/><br/>Because he did not have a lightsaber and because he needed to get an advantage over the Empire, General Insanus decided to go to Korriban with a small fleet to try and gain knowledge about the Sith of old that would surely help the CIS' position in the war. Taking a rapid-fire, high-velocity, and large-caliber slugthrower with him for defense, he and a small portion of Grievous' fleet set off to the Korriban system."
9495,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=275,2014-12-11T15:31:00,Bulgislavia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Conruscant Underworld Portal</span></span><br/><br/>Minku had disguised herself in a thick black cloak which obscured her face in shadow, no flashy senatorial gowns would be accompanying her on her dangerous mission to make contact with the fugitive senators who were currently in hiding in the dangerous district 1313.<br/><br/>Taking a small transport ship which she had filled with crates of Ryll she began to descend down the huge ventilation and shipping shaft.<br/><br/>""Where are we dropping off the Ryll?"" asked the transport operator.<br/><br/>Minku looked up at the driver ""There is a warehouse located behind the main Cantina, we need to drop these crates off there"" she replied.<br/><br/>'Beep, buzzzz' bleeped R5 who wheeled towards Minku. She smiled at the astromech droid<br/><br/>""We will be find R5"" she said reassuringly<br/><br/>Before long the transport emerged from a hole in the ceiling and entered an opening which was filled with grimy looking towers fixed both to the ceiling and the floor. Smoke and fire could be seen in one section of the closed in urban chamber, most probably caused by some violent gang activity. Minku took a deep breath as she tried to remain calm and collected.<br/><br/>The transport then began to land in a small docking back in a tower that was fixed to the ceiling of the urban hollow.<br/><br/>""This is where the Cantina is located?""<br/><br/>""Its the only Cantina that has a warehouse attached, its directly below the docking bay"" replied the driver.<br/><br/>Docking bay staff began to tend to the transport, they were grimy, seedy looking aliens that seemed to have no manners as they pressed both the transport driver and Minku for the crates of Ryll<br/><br/>Once they were off the transport the seedy workers handed some credits to Minku<br/><br/>""What about my cut?"" asked the driver<br/><br/>""You will get your cut when I return with my passengers, until then I'm going to hold onto it to ensure you don't abandon me down here"" Replied Minku defensively. She then turned to R5 ""I want you to wait with the transport, buzz me if anything happens""<br/><br/>With that she made her way down, tightly gripping a blaster she had concealed in her cloak.<br/><br/>Entering the Cantina she made her way to the counter and spoke to a Rodian bartender<br/><br/>""I'm looking for some guests that are staying in some of your room's, I'm the one that has come with the crates of Ryll"" she said almost in a whisper.<br/><br/>The Rodian looked surprised and then made his way out back before emerging with a heavily built alien of some description, a species she had not seen much of.<br/><br/>""Your picking up the guests eh? Follow me"" Minku was led down some corridors and was eventually led to a musty old room where she immediately recognized five senators.<br/><br/>Two were human, one was from Mon Calamari and the other was a Virpine from the Roche Asteroid field and the other was an Ithorian.<br/><br/>Minku removed her hood ""I'm pleased you are all still alive""<br/><br/>""I told you someone would come to get us!"" said one of the human senators excitedly<br/><br/>""Come, we must leave here now"" said Minku ""There is a transport waiting in the docking bay above the Cantina""<br/><br/>""What about my Ryll?"" asked the Cantina owner<br/><br/>""It has been delivered. If I may ask, is it possible if we could continue this arrangement in the future? There are many fugitives of the new order on Coruscant, if I can direct them to you before I can arrange safe passage of them, I will make sure to deliver future Ryll shipments"" asked Minky<br/><br/>The Cantina owner rubbed his chin and thought on it for a moment ""I can agree to that arrangement""<br/><br/>""Thank you""<br/><br/>With that Minku led the five fugitive senators to the docking bay and to the transport.<br/><br/>""Here you go, thank you for your service and remember this didn't happen"" Minku handed the transport driver his share of credits ""if you want to earn more credits this way, I may have more work for you in the future""<br/><br/>The driver nodded and the transport began to reverse out the docking back and up the portal shaft, the next challenge would be trying to ensure safe passage off Coruscant, luckily Minku had a plan, she only hoped she would be able to pull it off as easily as she imagined she could......"
9496,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=275,2014-12-11T15:31:00,Capsland,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nation of cool guys <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22762699#p22762699"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Capsland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22762684#p22762684"">wrote</a>:</cite>Tann looked at Thrawn's hand then at Thrawn himself. ""Do I have a choice?"" Tann said sarcastically, he waited, hoping the time would go by fast.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Thrawn smiled and gave Tann a light push towards the temple. ""No, you don't."" Thrawn walked into the Temple, followed by Spar and the other Mandalorians.</div></blockquote><br/>As soon as Tann entered the temple he felt a big push of dark side energy hit him. ""No..."" He gasped and fell to the floor, unconscious. He was now battling with the dark side inside of him."
9497,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=275,2014-12-11T15:37:00,Nation of cool guys,"<blockquote><div><cite>Capsland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22762740#p22762740"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Nation of cool guys <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22762699#p22762699"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Thrawn smiled and gave Tann a light push towards the temple. ""No, you don't."" Thrawn walked into the Temple, followed by Spar and the other Mandalorians.</div></blockquote><br/>As soon as Tann entered the temple he felt a big push of dark side energy hit him. ""No..."" He gasped and fell to the floor, unconscious. He was now battling with the dark side inside of him.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Thrawn waited alongside Tann with a couple Mandalorians while Spar explored deeper into the ancient temple. He didn't go far until he came upon a long corridor with doors along the sides.<br/>He forced open the first door. The room was dark, so he used his night vision visor to see. The room was coated with thick dust, and empty.... Except for a footlocker at the head of what must have once been a bed. He opened it carefully. Inside were a few credits, an incredibly old datapad.... And a lightsaber.<br/>Spar gently took the handle of the old lightsaber, and ignited it. With a snap-hiss, the humming red blade lit up the room. ""Well, this is something else. It really must be true that nobody's been here since the days of Revan."" He wondered if any of the other rooms contained similar treasures.<br/>Before he left the room, Spar grabbed the datapad too, hoping it would contain more treasures."
9498,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=275,2014-12-11T15:50:00,Capsland,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nation of cool guys <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22762792#p22762792"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Capsland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22762740#p22762740"">wrote</a>:</cite>As soon as Tann entered the temple he felt a big push of dark side energy hit him. ""No..."" He gasped and fell to the floor, unconscious. He was now battling with the dark side inside of him.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Thrawn waited alongside Tann with a couple Mandalorians while Spar explored deeper into the ancient temple. He didn't go far until he came upon a long corridor with doors along the sides. <br/>He forced open the first door. The room was dark, so he used his night vision visor to see. The room was coated with thick dust, and empty.... Except for a footlocker at the head of what must have once been a bed. He opened it carefully. Inside were a few credits, an incredibly old datapad.... And a lightsaber.<br/>Spar gently took the handle of the old lightsaber, and ignited it. With a snap-hiss, the humming red blade lit up the room. ""Well, this is something else. It really must be true that nobody's been here since the days of Revan."" He wondered if any of the other rooms contained similar treasures. <br/>Before he left the room, Spar grabbed the datapad too, hoping it would contain more treasures.</div></blockquote><br/>Tann smiled. He got up and opened his eyes, they were a murky yellow. He put out his hand and force pulled Thrawn to him, Thrawn was now floating in front of him, with the Mandalorians all taking an aggressive stance. ""So you are the one that has let the dark side into me... Thank you"" Tann put Thrawn down. ""Call me Darth Zonus... Master"" Tann, Darth Zonus, knelled down to Thrawn. ""What are your orders?"""
9499,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=275,2014-12-11T15:57:00,Nation of cool guys,"<blockquote><div><cite>Capsland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22762959#p22762959"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Nation of cool guys <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22762792#p22762792"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Thrawn waited alongside Tann with a couple Mandalorians while Spar explored deeper into the ancient temple. He didn't go far until he came upon a long corridor with doors along the sides. <br/>He forced open the first door. The room was dark, so he used his night vision visor to see. The room was coated with thick dust, and empty.... Except for a footlocker at the head of what must have once been a bed. He opened it carefully. Inside were a few credits, an incredibly old datapad.... And a lightsaber.<br/>Spar gently took the handle of the old lightsaber, and ignited it. With a snap-hiss, the humming red blade lit up the room. ""Well, this is something else. It really must be true that nobody's been here since the days of Revan."" He wondered if any of the other rooms contained similar treasures. <br/>Before he left the room, Spar grabbed the datapad too, hoping it would contain more treasures.</div></blockquote><br/>Tann smiled. He got up and opened his eyes, they were a murky yellow. He put out his hand and force pulled Thrawn to him, Thrawn was now floating in front of him, with the Mandalorians all taking an aggressive stance. ""So you are the one that has let the dark side into me... Thank you"" Tann put Thrawn down. ""Call me Darth Zonus... Master"" Tann, Darth Zonus, knelled down to Thrawn. ""What are your orders?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Thrawn smiled and waved the Mandalorians down. ""I would have you explore this temple with me. If we can discover the secrets of the Star Forge, we can secure the victory of the Empire. But first, you will need a weapon. Spar has found an ancient Sith lightsaber in one of the old chambers. Explore them and find one you like."""
9500,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=275,2014-12-11T16:15:00,Capsland,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nation of cool guys <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22763029#p22763029"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Capsland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22762959#p22762959"">wrote</a>:</cite>Tann smiled. He got up and opened his eyes, they were a murky yellow. He put out his hand and force pulled Thrawn to him, Thrawn was now floating in front of him, with the Mandalorians all taking an aggressive stance. ""So you are the one that has let the dark side into me... Thank you"" Tann put Thrawn down. ""Call me Darth Zonus... Master"" Tann, Darth Zonus, knelled down to Thrawn. ""What are your orders?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Thrawn smiled and waved the Mandalorians down. ""I would have you explore this temple with me. If we can discover the secrets of the Star Forge, we can secure the victory of the Empire. But first, you will need a weapon. Spar has found an ancient Sith lightsaber in one of the old chambers. Explore them and find one you like.""</div></blockquote><br/>""As you wish"" Darth Zonus walked away down the halls of the massive temple. As he was walking he noticed multiple rooms, looking through all of them, he found near to nothing. Just a few measly credits. He walked into a small room on the left. He noticed a small chest-like box. Zonus opened it. He saw an old lightsaber and took it. Zonus ignited, the room lit up with a bright red glow. Zonus looked at the glow, he was fascinated with it. He collected the lightsaber and attached it to his belt and continued to walk around. As he was walking he came across a datapad, it was of no use though, it was only a datapad about Coruscant. This intrigued Zonus though. '<span style=""font-style: italic"">Coruscant? Why is there a datapad about that planet, here?</span>' he thought."
9501,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=275,2014-12-11T16:23:00,Nation of cool guys,"<blockquote><div><cite>Capsland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22763222#p22763222"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Nation of cool guys <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22763029#p22763029"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Thrawn smiled and waved the Mandalorians down. ""I would have you explore this temple with me. If we can discover the secrets of the Star Forge, we can secure the victory of the Empire. But first, you will need a weapon. Spar has found an ancient Sith lightsaber in one of the old chambers. Explore them and find one you like.""</div></blockquote><br/>""As you wish"" Darth Zonus walked away down the halls of the massive temple. As he was walking he noticed multiple rooms, looking through all of them, he found near to nothing. Just a few measly credits. He walked into a small room on the left. He noticed a small chest-like box. Zonus opened it. He saw an old lightsaber and took it. Zonus ignited, the room lit up with a bright red glow. Zonus looked at the glow, he was fascinated with it. He collected the lightsaber and attached it to his belt and continued to walk around. As he was walking he came across a datapad, it was of no use though, it was only a datapad about Coruscant. This intrigued Zonus though. '<span style=""font-style: italic"">Coruscant? Why is there a datapad about that planet, here?</span>' he thought.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Spar, several floors down, was deep in the core of the temple. He had forced his way through several heavily armored doors and even a few semi-functional traps before stumbling upon a large room lined with dusty computers. ""Heh... Jackpot"" he whispered to himself. He walked over to a massive terminal in the center and hit a couple random buttons. The small display panel flickered faintly and then went out. ""Blast"" he said. He then turned on his communicator. ""Hey, Admiral, you and your new friend might want to come look at this.""<br/>Thrawn looked down the hall and called Zonus over. ""Mandalore seems to have found something. He's a few levels below."" Thrawn then walked down into the depths of the temple."
9502,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=275,2014-12-11T16:36:00,Capsland,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nation of cool guys <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22763311#p22763311"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Capsland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22763222#p22763222"">wrote</a>:</cite>""As you wish"" Darth Zonus walked away down the halls of the massive temple. As he was walking he noticed multiple rooms, looking through all of them, he found near to nothing. Just a few measly credits. He walked into a small room on the left. He noticed a small chest-like box. Zonus opened it. He saw an old lightsaber and took it. Zonus ignited, the room lit up with a bright red glow. Zonus looked at the glow, he was fascinated with it. He collected the lightsaber and attached it to his belt and continued to walk around. As he was walking he came across a datapad, it was of no use though, it was only a datapad about Coruscant. This intrigued Zonus though. '<span style=""font-style: italic"">Coruscant? Why is there a datapad about that planet, here?</span>' he thought.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Spar, several floors down, was deep in the core of the temple. He had forced his way through several heavily armored doors and even a few semi-functional traps before stumbling upon a large room lined with dusty computers. ""Heh... Jackpot"" he whispered to himself. He walked over to a massive terminal in the center and hit a couple random buttons. The small display panel flickered faintly and then went out. ""Blast"" he said. He then turned on his communicator. ""Hey, Admiral, you and your new friend might want to come look at this.""<br/>Thrawn looked down the hall and called Zonus over. ""Mandalore seems to have found something. He's a few levels below."" Thrawn then walked down into the depths of the temple.</div></blockquote><br/>Zonus heard Thrawn and walked to him, following him into the depths of the temple. As he walked behind Thrawn, he spoke to him. ""Master, I would like to advise you to get out of this temple, there's nothing here except for a few old lightsabers and datapads. Surely we would be put at better use on the front line. Or we could deal with that Jedi, Kyle Cosmos."" Zonus' voice was much deeper than before now, the Dark Side was fully in control of Tann."
9503,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=275,2014-12-11T16:50:00,Cainesland,"<blockquote><div><cite>Cainesland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22747480#p22747480"">wrote</a>:</cite>Tyger thanked the manager and with his money obtained, he left the bank. He grabbed a taxi as he didn't want to walk back to his ship. Soon he was back in his ship.<br/><br/>""Set course for coruscant if you will"" Tyger told the driver. Afterwords he walked through the luxury halls and after arriving in his room lied down. When he awoke the red light was flashing stating that he had arrived. Tyger got out of bed and dawned some formal wear more appropriate for a visit to the galactic senate. <br/><br/>About 20 minutes after he had arrived at the senate gates. ""Halt"" said a senate guard firmly. ""I'm invited. I have business to conduct"" replied Tyger ""there's a vote going on, I'll have to see your papers sir"" Tyger handed them over. ""Everything Seems to be in order I suppose. You may enter"" said the guard, a little surprised. ""Thank you very much sir, have a good day"" said Tyger as he entered the senate building. ""You as well"" replied the guard.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""This place hasn't changed a bit"" Tyger thought tyger as he walked down a senate hall. It still had the halls so clean you could see your own reflection and the occasional senate commando although he noticed their presence was a minority and now seemed nearly engulfed (by comparison) by red cloaked imperial guards with electro staves. He stopped outside the senate door. 2 guards rapidly approached him mere moments after he stopped in front of the senate doors. ""Why are you here?"" ""Are you aware that the senate is off limits to normal civilians."" Asked the 2 red cloaked guards who had flanked him moments before. ""Yes, thank you for the information, I am aware of that now. When I entered I was not however. I am here on political business"". ""State your name and imperial standing"" demanded the guard to his left. ""My name is Tyger Mustard, my imperial standing is a high standing of political and economical base."". ""Stand still while we search you"". Tyger did what he was told and was searched by one while the other attempted to keep him from moving. ""Your clear to continue, we will be watching you cat"" said the imperial guard on his right who had just searched him. A little surprised at the occasion he just said ""ok"" and the guards dispersed around a corner.<br/><br/>Tyger sat down on a bench and 15 minutes later the politicians exited the chamber on break. Spotting the 2 politicians who he desired to talk to, he walked over the floor to the mon calamari representative standing beside a yamma at the meeting place. ""Good afternoon gentleman"" said Tyger smiling motioning them to sit with him on leather chairs and they refused saying that it was too public. They proceeded to enter a side chamber that was the office of the mom calimari rep and turned the security camera's sound detector down so anyone listening in the security room couldn't hear their talking. ""So you going to find our next election?"" Asked the mom calimarian. The yamma nodded, agreeing with the question. ""First I need something to pay me back for funding your last election."" They looked worried ""what do you want?"" ""a pittance really, I'd like mom cal to build me a cruise ship, but as there's more then a few space pirates I'd like you to renovate it to be military capable. Call it a boost to the military budget or part of a new economic stimulate plan if you wish. I'd also like the yamma to give me a great many of the devices on your heads, but engineered for the entymal I plan to sell it to them."" The politicians both said ""no dice"". ""I admire the anti corruption attitude you both foster. So I'll make you a deal I'll find you next election if the mom calimari planetary government give me exclusive mining and lublicensing rights to the underwater mines and the yamma planetary govt sell me the headpieces that would've been rigged to fit on an entymals head for 50% off plus I'd like a command reserve and failsafe implanted. The politicians thought for a moment. ""If you are given exclusive rights you are to respect the quarren workers and listen to the local populace on their wishes for local matters and adhere to a labour code, giving fair wages, working conditions and benefits to the lot of the employees. I'll also only allow you to have it for 6 years before the lease dissolving unless the future govt suggests otherwise."" ""Your terms are well founded and I agree, what about you yamma representative? Do you have any conditions?"". ""Conditions? Yes. You pay the 20000 republic credits upfront per 1000 headpieces in advance before we even start building, use them with restraint and get the governor to relax on my people."". ""20000 credits? For that I expect a sizeable warranty on each unit with a lifetime guarantee, the collars lifetime and they be reinforced to avoid any breaking from accidents or purposeful issues."". ""Very well"". Tyger reached into his briefcase and gave 80000 of the 7 figure credits in the bag. Where is your governor?"". ""He's in the senate chamber I believe"". Tyger began to exit and said ""Before I leave, provided you keep your end of the deal and mon cal your government does not interfere with me your election funds from me will be secure next election, I'm sure I don't need to remind you that doesn't leave the room, yamma for the headpieces? What's the commandcode?"" After being told the codes he left for the senate chamber which would be open while break occurred. He was pleased with the deal and was primed to profit off it way more then the money he just expended was worth, and thought to himself how important wording was in those deals.<br/><br/>Edit: ooc: When I said Yama I meant marasan."
9504,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=275,2014-12-11T17:04:00,Nation of cool guys,"<blockquote><div><cite>Capsland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22763487#p22763487"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Nation of cool guys <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22763311#p22763311"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Spar, several floors down, was deep in the core of the temple. He had forced his way through several heavily armored doors and even a few semi-functional traps before stumbling upon a large room lined with dusty computers. ""Heh... Jackpot"" he whispered to himself. He walked over to a massive terminal in the center and hit a couple random buttons. The small display panel flickered faintly and then went out. ""Blast"" he said. He then turned on his communicator. ""Hey, Admiral, you and your new friend might want to come look at this.""<br/>Thrawn looked down the hall and called Zonus over. ""Mandalore seems to have found something. He's a few levels below."" Thrawn then walked down into the depths of the temple.</div></blockquote><br/>Zonus heard Thrawn and walked to him, following him into the depths of the temple. As he walked behind Thrawn, he spoke to him. ""Master, I would like to advise you to get out of this temple, there's nothing here except for a few old lightsabers and datapads. Surely we would be put at better use on the front line. Or we could deal with that Jedi, Kyle Cosmos."" Zonus' voice was much deeper than before now, the Dark Side was fully in control of Tann.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Have patience, my friend. We will deal with Cosmos shortly"" Thrawn said, as he walked into the temple core.<br/><br/>Thrawn then entered the massive computer chamber, and saw Spar angrily pressing different buttons on the console.<br/>""Blasted thing doesn't have enough power"" Spar said as he gave the console a kick.<br/>Thrawn turned to Zonus, and said ""Perhaps you can revitalize this machine?"""
9505,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=275,2014-12-11T18:11:00,Pantorrum,"The droid turned to face Hill more closely, looking around as if he could divert the conversation but continued to talk.<br/>""The Gungans have put up resistance sir, but without the Jedi they cannot destroy our armies as before. We defeated them once in battle and only lost when our Command Ship was destroyed, as my records show. Our droids are independent thinkers now, sir.""<br/><br/>The droid knew of a few skirmishes, but also knew more were to come...he did not yet voice his fears that a much larger Gungan army may lay in waiting...<br/><br/><br/>Grievous thought for a moment, responding after strangely tapping his chin.<br/>""Very well. Prepare for a tactical assault on Kuat. Target and badly damage production facilities, and wipe out orbital defense grids. I will accompany you with a portion of this fleet.""<br/><br/>He terminated the transmission, turning to a Tactical Droid.<br/>""Return all fighters and prepare for the jump to Hyperspace, set our course for Kuat.""<br/><br/>4 of the Lukrehulks, 25 Munificent Frigates, 10 Recusant Destroyers Techno Union Frigates, and Grievous' Providence Carrier/Destroyer moved from the fleet and prepared for the jump hyperspace...<br/><br/><br/>Meanwhile, the rest of the fleet would hold position above the planet. They were in a defensive blockade, and if needed were under the command of a Super Tactical Droid which could properly order them around."
9506,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=275,2014-12-11T18:38:00,Ancian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pantorrum <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22764376#p22764376"">wrote</a>:</cite>The droid turned to face Hill more closely, looking around as if he could divert the conversation but continued to talk. <br/>""The Gungans have put up resistance sir, but without the Jedi they cannot destroy our armies as before. We defeated them once in battle and only lost when our Command Ship was destroyed, as my records show. Our droids are independent thinkers now, sir.""<br/><br/>The droid knew of a few skirmishes, but also knew more were to come...he did not yet voice his fears that a much larger Gungan army may lay in waiting... <br/><br/><br/>Grievous thought for a moment, responding after strangely tapping his chin. <br/>""Very well. Prepare for a tactical assault on Kuat. Target and badly damage production facilities, and wipe out orbital defense grids. I will accompany you with a portion of this fleet.""<br/><br/>He terminated the transmission, turning to a Tactical Droid. <br/>""Return all fighters and prepare for the jump to Hyperspace, set our course for Kuat.""<br/><br/>4 of the Lukrehulks, 25 Munificent Frigates, 10 Recusant Destroyers Techno Union Frigates, and Grievous' Providence Carrier/Destroyer moved from the fleet and prepared for the jump hyperspace...<br/><br/><br/>Meanwhile, the rest of the fleet would hold position above the planet. They were in a defensive blockade, and if needed were under the command of a Super Tactical Droid which could properly order them around.</div></blockquote><br/>Kiel grinned at Valarn. ""An attack on Kuat eh? As long as I get to do something besides polish my DC-17...it needs a little use besides firing at targets....and my forearm rockets and flamethrower are just itching for use....""of course, he thought, it was probably a ship to ship no boarding and no landing mission, he shook his head...<span style=""font-style: italic"">stay positive think violent thoughts.</span>"
9507,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=300,2014-12-11T19:21:00,The United Empire of Exucular,"<blockquote><div><cite>Capsland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22762959#p22762959"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Nation of cool guys <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22762792#p22762792"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Thrawn waited alongside Tann with a couple Mandalorians while Spar explored deeper into the ancient temple. He didn't go far until he came upon a long corridor with doors along the sides. <br/>He forced open the first door. The room was dark, so he used his night vision visor to see. The room was coated with thick dust, and empty.... Except for a footlocker at the head of what must have once been a bed. He opened it carefully. Inside were a few credits, an incredibly old datapad.... And a lightsaber.<br/>Spar gently took the handle of the old lightsaber, and ignited it. With a snap-hiss, the humming red blade lit up the room. ""Well, this is something else. It really must be true that nobody's been here since the days of Revan."" He wondered if any of the other rooms contained similar treasures. <br/>Before he left the room, Spar grabbed the datapad too, hoping it would contain more treasures.</div></blockquote><br/>Tann smiled. He got up and opened his eyes, they were a murky yellow. He put out his hand and force pulled Thrawn to him, Thrawn was now floating in front of him, with the Mandalorians all taking an aggressive stance. ""So you are the one that has let the dark side into me... Thank you"" Tann put Thrawn down. ""Call me Darth Zonus... Master"" Tann, Darth Zonus, knelled down to Thrawn. ""What are your orders?""</div></blockquote><br/>Up in the Mandalorian ship Cosmos suddenly fell to his knees. He could feel it through the Force, something terrible. The cell he was in couldn't stop the Force from alerting him of what had just transpired.<br/>""Tann...no...""<br/>Giving a deep sigh he returned to his mediation. Cosmos sat there pondering on what to do now."
9508,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=300,2014-12-11T20:03:00,Unified Imperial States,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pantorrum <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22764376#p22764376"">wrote</a>:</cite>The droid turned to face Hill more closely, looking around as if he could divert the conversation but continued to talk. <br/>""The Gungans have put up resistance sir, but without the Jedi they cannot destroy our armies as before. We defeated them once in battle and only lost when our Command Ship was destroyed, as my records show. Our droids are independent thinkers now, sir.""<br/><br/>The droid knew of a few skirmishes, but also knew more were to come...he did not yet voice his fears that a much larger Gungan army may lay in waiting... <br/><br/><br/>Grievous thought for a moment, responding after strangely tapping his chin. <br/>""Very well. Prepare for a tactical assault on Kuat. Target and badly damage production facilities, and wipe out orbital defense grids. I will accompany you with a portion of this fleet.""<br/><br/>He terminated the transmission, turning to a Tactical Droid. <br/>""Return all fighters and prepare for the jump to Hyperspace, set our course for Kuat.""<br/><br/>4 of the Lukrehulks, 25 Munificent Frigates, 10 Recusant Destroyers Techno Union Frigates, and Grievous' Providence Carrier/Destroyer moved from the fleet and prepared for the jump hyperspace...<br/><br/><br/>Meanwhile, the rest of the fleet would hold position above the planet. They were in a defensive blockade, and if needed were under the command of a Super Tactical Droid which could properly order them around.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Valarn prepared the Exilis for a jump to Kuat. This was going to be a hell of a battle. He looked to the ARC captain. ""I hope you're ready for some real action.""<br/><br/>Valarn's commander droid began the countdown. ""Jumping to hyperspace in ten seconds."""
9509,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=300,2014-12-11T20:15:00,Ancian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Unified Imperial States <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22765861#p22765861"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pantorrum <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22764376#p22764376"">wrote</a>:</cite>The droid turned to face Hill more closely, looking around as if he could divert the conversation but continued to talk. <br/>""The Gungans have put up resistance sir, but without the Jedi they cannot destroy our armies as before. We defeated them once in battle and only lost when our Command Ship was destroyed, as my records show. Our droids are independent thinkers now, sir.""<br/><br/>The droid knew of a few skirmishes, but also knew more were to come...he did not yet voice his fears that a much larger Gungan army may lay in waiting... <br/><br/><br/>Grievous thought for a moment, responding after strangely tapping his chin. <br/>""Very well. Prepare for a tactical assault on Kuat. Target and badly damage production facilities, and wipe out orbital defense grids. I will accompany you with a portion of this fleet.""<br/><br/>He terminated the transmission, turning to a Tactical Droid. <br/>""Return all fighters and prepare for the jump to Hyperspace, set our course for Kuat.""<br/><br/>4 of the Lukrehulks, 25 Munificent Frigates, 10 Recusant Destroyers Techno Union Frigates, and Grievous' Providence Carrier/Destroyer moved from the fleet and prepared for the jump hyperspace...<br/><br/><br/>Meanwhile, the rest of the fleet would hold position above the planet. They were in a defensive blockade, and if needed were under the command of a Super Tactical Droid which could properly order them around.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Valarn prepared the Exilis for a jump to Kuat. This was going to be a hell of a battle. He looked to the ARC captain. ""I hope you're ready for some real action.""<br/><br/>Valarn's commander droid began the countdown. ""Jumping to hyperspace in ten seconds.""</div></blockquote><br/>""I was born ready"" well that's technically true he thought.. He cranked up his<span style=""font-style: italic"">peaceful</span>Glimmick music in his helmet."
9510,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=300,2014-12-11T20:34:00,Marsisian,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Korriban</span><br/><br/>Before Insanus went with his task force onto the surface of the planet, he contacted the former ARC that he had made a bad impression on. ""Greetings, loyal soldier of the Confederacy. I know I have made a bad impression on you but I'm not like that all the time. I apologize if I have acted rude or rash to you while you were aiding my escape. One thing I must ask of you is that I want to train you. Although you were the best of the best in the Republic, now the Empire has extremely powerful Sith Lords that you wouldn't stand a chance against, so I want to train you if you get the unfortunate chance to meet one of them."""
9511,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=300,2014-12-11T20:44:00,Ancian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Marsisian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22766217#p22766217"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Korriban</span><br/><br/>Before Insanus went with his task force onto the surface of the planet, he contacted the former ARC that he had made a bad impression on. ""Greetings, loyal soldier of the Confederacy. I know I have made a bad impression on you but I'm not like that all the time. I apologize if I have acted rude or rash to you while you were aiding my escape. One thing I must ask of you is that I want to train you. Although you were the best of the best in the Republic, now the Empire has extremely powerful Sith Lords that you wouldn't stand a chance against, so I want to train you if you get the unfortunate chance to meet one of them.""</div></blockquote><br/>Kiel inadvertently snapped his head back on the bridge when he heard that. ""Thank you, I'm also sorry for the way I behaved, I'm usually far more of a sarcastic calm... Training? If you believe it will help then I'd consider it an honor."" He shook his head back and forth.... Miracles really do happen every day.."
9512,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=300,2014-12-11T22:39:00,Republic of Vectors,"A few days later, the Villiant Governor finally concluded his business on Coruscent.. In his hands he held the codes to an electronic bank account that would provide his planet with a few billion credits for its defense purposes.<br/>“Captain,” The Governor started, walking into the bridge of the vessel. “Please set a course for Loronar.”<br/>The ships captain had a microsecond where a question shone on his face before returning to the normal obedient self.<br/>“Yes Sir. We shall enter hyperspace shortly.”<br/><br/>While preparing for launch, the Governor went over In his head the wording for the request to purchase another Strike class medium cruiser. And maybe even a Torpedo Sphere if he was really lucky. A Torpedo Sphere would be very difficult to obtain, as they were not offered for general sale. However the Loronar was a very corrupt business, and money often spoke louder than rules.<br/>ETA for both items: Eight months<br/><br/><br/>Doing some calculations to see a remaining account balance, the Governor then sent a message to CoMar Combat Systems to produce an enlarged version of the SLD-26 Planetary Shield generator, so that each of the seven planets could protect each other. He promised lots of money and very little questions. At the receiving end of the transaction, the CoMar company quickly and eagerly got to work.<br/>ETA: Six Months for construction, three for installation<br/><br/><br/>'Just like the Trade Federation.' The Governor thought to himself. 'No body knew they were coming until it was too late.'"
9513,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=300,2014-12-12T07:45:00,Nation of cool guys,"After an hour had went by Spar managed to jumpstart the ancient computer. To Thrawn's dismay any data on the Star Forge was either deleted or corrupted. However there were records of Rakata using the Dark Side of the force, infused with their technology to make it stronger than anything else. While Spar downloaded that information, Thrawn looked through other technology records and came across multiple very ancient starship designs. They didn't quite make sense at first, but when Thrawn mentally replaced some of the extremely outdated systems with modern technology he realized the deadly potential of the vessels. The power could be increased even more if the ship was enhanced by the Dark Side. Thrawn downloaded this information as well.<br/><br/>About half an hour later Thrawn was back aboard his ship, examining the ship designs he had discovered. Some of them, like the old Sith Interdictor-class ships were completely obsolete, and would require an entirely new power grid, weapons overhaul, as well as new shields, scanners, and other tech. There was one in particular which caught his eye, however. It was called a Shockwave-class Dreadnought. It was barely smaller than an Imperial-I Star Destroyer, although not by too much. It had an incredible amount of heavy quad turbolaser emplacements, almost 190, and it was equipped with almost 200 heavy point defense turbolasers. Its power requirements were incredible and Thrawn could only assume that it was powered in part by the Dark Side of the Force. ""Or,"" he realized, ""one of the new prototype reactors."" ""Admiral Pellaeon, how long do you estimate it would take to construct such a vessel at the Imperial Shipyards?""<br/>Pellaeon thought a moment before replying to Thrawn. ""At Kuat, a matter of a few weeks, Admiral.""<br/>Thrawn nodded and said, ""Then we better...."" His face contorted into a look of primal fear. ""My God... The shipyards...""<br/><br/>Thrawn leaped out of his chair and onto the bridge of the Chimaera and shouted to the bridge crew ""ALERT THE FLEET, COURSE FOR KUAT MAXIMUM WARP!""<br/>Pellaeon rushed out of the meeting room behind Thrawn and asked ""What in the blazes is wrong?""<br/>Thrawn whirled around to confront him. ""Whats wrong, is that we left the bloody shipyards with a skeleton defense. Grievous will assume this and he's liable to be there when we get there.""<br/>The Imperial and Mandalorian fleets slipped into Hyperspace leaving Rakata Prime behind, preparing to charge their shields and defend the shipyards from the inevitable attack. Thrawn could only hope he would arrive not too late"
9514,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=300,2014-12-12T08:56:00,Capsland,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nation of cool guys <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22769068#p22769068"">wrote</a>:</cite>After an hour had went by Spar managed to jumpstart the ancient computer. To Thrawn's dismay any data on the Star Forge was either deleted or corrupted. However there were records of Rakata using the Dark Side of the force, infused with their technology to make it stronger than anything else. While Spar downloaded that information, Thrawn looked through other technology records and came across multiple very ancient starship designs. They didn't quite make sense at first, but when Thrawn mentally replaced some of the extremely outdated systems with modern technology he realized the deadly potential of the vessels. The power could be increased even more if the ship was enhanced by the Dark Side. Thrawn downloaded this information as well.<br/><br/>About half an hour later Thrawn was back aboard his ship, examining the ship designs he had discovered. Some of them, like the old Sith Interdictor-class ships were completely obsolete, and would require an entirely new power grid, weapons overhaul, as well as new shields, scanners, and other tech. There was one in particular which caught his eye, however. It was called a Shockwave-class Dreadnought. It was barely smaller than an Imperial-I Star Destroyer, although not by too much. It had an incredible amount of heavy quad turbolaser emplacements, almost 190, and it was equipped with almost 200 heavy point defense turbolasers. Its power requirements were incredible and Thrawn could only assume that it was powered in part by the Dark Side of the Force. ""Or,"" he realized, ""one of the new prototype reactors."" ""Admiral Pellaeon, how long do you estimate it would take to construct such a vessel at the Imperial Shipyards?""<br/>Pellaeon thought a moment before replying to Thrawn. ""At Kuat, a matter of a few weeks, Admiral."" <br/>Thrawn nodded and said, ""Then we better...."" His face contorted into a look of primal fear. ""My God... The shipyards...""<br/><br/>Thrawn leaped out of his chair and onto the bridge of the Chimaera and shouted to the bridge crew ""ALERT THE FLEET, COURSE FOR KUAT MAXIMUM WARP!""<br/>Pellaeon rushed out of the meeting room behind Thrawn and asked ""What in the blazes is wrong?""<br/>Thrawn whirled around to confront him. ""Whats wrong, is that we left the bloody shipyards with a skeleton defense. Grievous will assume this and he's liable to be there when we get there.""<br/>The Imperial and Mandalorian fleets slipped into Hyperspace leaving Rakata Prime behind, preparing to charge their shields and defend the shipyards from the inevitable attack. Thrawn could only hope he would arrive not too late</div></blockquote><br/>Zonus sat next to Thrawn in the birdge. ""Finally, we can show those stupid robot's who really controls the Galaxy. May I ask master? How do you plan on killing the infamous General Grievous?"" Zonus waited for Thrawn, his master, to reply. While he was waiting he thought of the other Jedi that tried to rescue him but the Dark Side had full control of his thinking so all he could think of is was the crimes all of the Jedi had committed. His mind was so full of hatred that he imagined killing the captured Jedi himself."
9515,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=300,2014-12-12T09:02:00,Nation of cool guys,"<blockquote><div><cite>Capsland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22769564#p22769564"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Nation of cool guys <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22769068#p22769068"">wrote</a>:</cite>After an hour had went by Spar managed to jumpstart the ancient computer. To Thrawn's dismay any data on the Star Forge was either deleted or corrupted. However there were records of Rakata using the Dark Side of the force, infused with their technology to make it stronger than anything else. While Spar downloaded that information, Thrawn looked through other technology records and came across multiple very ancient starship designs. They didn't quite make sense at first, but when Thrawn mentally replaced some of the extremely outdated systems with modern technology he realized the deadly potential of the vessels. The power could be increased even more if the ship was enhanced by the Dark Side. Thrawn downloaded this information as well.<br/><br/>About half an hour later Thrawn was back aboard his ship, examining the ship designs he had discovered. Some of them, like the old Sith Interdictor-class ships were completely obsolete, and would require an entirely new power grid, weapons overhaul, as well as new shields, scanners, and other tech. There was one in particular which caught his eye, however. It was called a Shockwave-class Dreadnought. It was barely smaller than an Imperial-I Star Destroyer, although not by too much. It had an incredible amount of heavy quad turbolaser emplacements, almost 190, and it was equipped with almost 200 heavy point defense turbolasers. Its power requirements were incredible and Thrawn could only assume that it was powered in part by the Dark Side of the Force. ""Or,"" he realized, ""one of the new prototype reactors."" ""Admiral Pellaeon, how long do you estimate it would take to construct such a vessel at the Imperial Shipyards?""<br/>Pellaeon thought a moment before replying to Thrawn. ""At Kuat, a matter of a few weeks, Admiral."" <br/>Thrawn nodded and said, ""Then we better...."" His face contorted into a look of primal fear. ""My God... The shipyards...""<br/><br/>Thrawn leaped out of his chair and onto the bridge of the Chimaera and shouted to the bridge crew ""ALERT THE FLEET, COURSE FOR KUAT MAXIMUM WARP!""<br/>Pellaeon rushed out of the meeting room behind Thrawn and asked ""What in the blazes is wrong?""<br/>Thrawn whirled around to confront him. ""Whats wrong, is that we left the bloody shipyards with a skeleton defense. Grievous will assume this and he's liable to be there when we get there.""<br/>The Imperial and Mandalorian fleets slipped into Hyperspace leaving Rakata Prime behind, preparing to charge their shields and defend the shipyards from the inevitable attack. Thrawn could only hope he would arrive not too late</div></blockquote><br/>Zonus sat next to Thrawn in the birdge. ""Finally, we can show those stupid robot's who really controls the Galaxy. May I ask master? How do you plan on killing the infamous General Grievous?"" Zonus waited for Thrawn, his master, to reply. While he was waiting he thought of the other Jedi that tried to rescue him but the Dark Side had full control of his thinking so all he could think of is was the crimes all of the Jedi had committed. His mind was so full of hatred that he imagined killing the captured Jedi himself.</div></blockquote><br/>Thrawn turned to Darth Zonus and smiled. ""Don't worry, my friend. When we arrive, I'm sure that if Grievous is there he will be destroyed with his fleet. And as for your companion who has been captured with us, he would be much more valuable if he could be turned.""<br/>Thrawn paused and considered that for a moment before continuing. ""Would you be able to turn the Jedi Cosmos to our cause?""<br/><br/>As he spoke, Thrawn's fleet was nearly at Kuat. All ships were ready, weapons and shields charged. Grievous wouldn't know what hit him"
9516,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=300,2014-12-12T09:09:00,Capsland,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nation of cool guys <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22769617#p22769617"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Capsland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22769564#p22769564"">wrote</a>:</cite>Zonus sat next to Thrawn in the birdge. ""Finally, we can show those stupid robot's who really controls the Galaxy. May I ask master? How do you plan on killing the infamous General Grievous?"" Zonus waited for Thrawn, his master, to reply. While he was waiting he thought of the other Jedi that tried to rescue him but the Dark Side had full control of his thinking so all he could think of is was the crimes all of the Jedi had committed. His mind was so full of hatred that he imagined killing the captured Jedi himself.</div></blockquote><br/>Thrawn turned to Darth Zonus and smiled. ""Don't worry, my friend. When we arrive, I'm sure that if Grievous is there he will be destroyed with his fleet. And as for your companion who has been captured with us, he would be much more valuable if he could be turned.""<br/>Thrawn paused and considered that for a moment before continuing. ""Would you be able to turn the Jedi Cosmos to our cause?""<br/><br/>As he spoke, Thrawn's fleet was nearly at Kuat. All ships were ready, weapons and shields charged. Grievous wouldn't know what hit him</div></blockquote><br/>Zonus looked up at Thrawn ans smiled. He then got up, with his dark robes, and bowed. ""Yes master. But I cannot promise much, if he doesn't turn. I will be force to... use force"" slight chuckle could be heard in his breath. Then Zonus walked down the corridor, with the automatic doors closing behind him.<br/><br/>Soon he reached Cosmos' cell. ""You, Jedi. Get up."" Zonus didn't have time for a long talk with this Jedi. ""I am here to make you realise your true fate. You are indebted to the Empire and the Dark Side for sparing your life."" Zonus waited for Cosmos' answer, his dark Jedi robes becoming more and more intimidating."
9517,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=300,2014-12-12T09:21:00,Unified Imperial States,"The battle in orbit was magnificently destructive. The defense stations went down rather quickly, but the Imperial fleet stationed there was a little more resilient. The Star Destroyers that were left still pounded away at the Lukrehulks, the shields barely giving due to their natural power and size. This allowed 30 or so of the frigates to position themselves at the shipyards. Portions of the driveyards were already burning, searing hot plasma shooting out of sides of the hulls.<br/><br/>Valarn stood at the windows of the bridge, looking upon the destruction. ""The damage here seems quite extensive. They'll be repairing portions of the yards for weeks"" Valarn said to no one in particular. He saw another Acclamator on it's way to engage the Exilis. ""Cease our bombardment of the yards and turn our broadside batteries on them.""<br/><br/>The Exilis turned it's side hull flush with the approaching Acclamator, unleashing hell from it's broadsides. The shields on the assault ship seemed to have already been damaged, so it didn't take much. The bridge went first, the stem on which it sat being obliterated, allowing it to float freely in the void. The next salvo hit an ammunition magazine, blowing out a portion of the main hull. The engines gave out, and it started simply floating away, dead in space.<br/><br/>""Excellent shots. Return to bombardment"" Valarn ordered. The Exilis' main payload began to pound the driveyard's main ring again, causing more plasma fires, and destroying a warship under construction."
9518,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=300,2014-12-12T09:42:00,Nation of cool guys,"Thrawn and Mandalore's fleet exited hyperspace over Kuat, shields and weapons at the ready.<br/>Thrawn sighed. He was too late to stop it, but he could still end it.<br/><br/>""All Mandator's focus fire on the Lucrehulks, your firepower should be enough to start damaging them.""<br/><br/>Meanwhile the armada of Imperial-I class Star Destroyers began to pound the lighter frigates attacking the orbiting ring.<br/><br/>The Mandalorian ships charged in higher up, the dreadnoughts focusing fire on the nearest Lucrehulk.<br/><br/>In the middle of the fleet, the Executor-class Star Dreadnought began to bring its thousands of turbolasers to bear on the unfortunate Lucrehulk"
9519,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=300,2014-12-12T12:32:00,Ancian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Unified Imperial States <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22769755#p22769755"">wrote</a>:</cite>The battle in orbit was magnificently destructive. The defense stations went down rather quickly, but the Imperial fleet stationed there was a little more resilient. The Star Destroyers that were left still pounded away at the Lukrehulks, the shields barely giving due to their natural power and size. This allowed 30 or so of the frigates to position themselves at the shipyards. Portions of the driveyards were already burning, searing hot plasma shooting out of sides of the hulls.<br/><br/>Valarn stood at the windows of the bridge, looking upon the destruction. ""The damage here seems quite extensive. They'll be repairing portions of the yards for weeks"" Valarn said to no one in particular. He saw another Acclamator on it's way to engage the Exilis. ""Cease our bombardment of the yards and turn our broadside batteries on them.""<br/><br/>The Exilis turned it's side hull flush with the approaching Acclamator, unleashing hell from it's broadsides. The shields on the assault ship seemed to have already been damaged, so it didn't take much. The bridge went first, the stem on whish it sat being obliterated, allowing it to float freely in the void. The next salvo hit an ammunition magazine, blowing out a portion of the main hull. The engines gave out, and it started simply floating away, dead in space.<br/><br/>""Excellent shots. Return to bombardment"" Valarn ordered. The Exilis' main payload began to pound the driveyard's main ring again, causing more plasma fires, and destroying a warship under construction.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Kiel was in the hangar organizing the fighters and guarding it in case of boarding. He stood beside his relatively lightly armed shethipede shuttle while keeping a loose command on the droid fighters, as a veteran he knew better then them when danger was imminent...so they didn't all get blown into space..that's when he noticed them getting blown into space....He commed Valarn and at the same time put it on all frequencies..""An imperial fleet coming in!!!! Get us out!"" He thought he was getting a soft job when he came to the hangar...now he had to organize the fighters and warn the fleet...."
9520,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=300,2014-12-12T16:21:00,Draica,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Naboo, City of Theed</span></span><br/><br/>""I don't trust it."" Hill said. ""Drop bombs into Gungan waters and wipe out as many as you can. The Imperials will use anything to take this planet back, we must not let it slip through our fingers."" He said. ""Have them destroyed immediately. Report your progress to the Seperatist Council and General Griveous."" Chairman hill said as he turned around and headed towards Theed's palace. ""A council meeting is being held soon, so I will be attending from theed's palace. Have the palace under heavy guard while I'm in there, Droid."" Hill commanded.<br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Griveous's warship</span></span><br/><br/>Ventress grunted as she felt the Imperial fleet came out of hyperspace and launched their offensive. She directed her gaze to Griveous,<br/>""We haven't even the slightest chance of winning. We must divert our route from Kuat to someplace else, or else you'll become another pile of debris again!"" She yelled.<br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Nute Gunray's Citadel, Cato Neimodia</span></span><br/><br/>The seperatist council reconvened after a long period of silence between the members. Most of the members joined eachother by hologram, as they were all on their own planets or hiding out. The signals were encrypted so the Imperials wouldn't be able to track them or listen into the holograms.<br/>""The meeting is now in order.."" Gunray said, smiling."
9521,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=300,2014-12-12T16:26:00,The United Empire of Exucular,"<blockquote><div><cite>Capsland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22769671#p22769671"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Nation of cool guys <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22769617#p22769617"">wrote</a>:</cite>Thrawn turned to Darth Zonus and smiled. ""Don't worry, my friend. When we arrive, I'm sure that if Grievous is there he will be destroyed with his fleet. And as for your companion who has been captured with us, he would be much more valuable if he could be turned.""<br/>Thrawn paused and considered that for a moment before continuing. ""Would you be able to turn the Jedi Cosmos to our cause?""<br/><br/>As he spoke, Thrawn's fleet was nearly at Kuat. All ships were ready, weapons and shields charged. Grievous wouldn't know what hit him</div></blockquote><br/>Zonus looked up at Thrawn ans smiled. He then got up, with his dark robes, and bowed. ""Yes master. But I cannot promise much, if he doesn't turn. I will be force to... use force"" slight chuckle could be heard in his breath. Then Zonus walked down the corridor, with the automatic doors closing behind him. <br/><br/>Soon he reached Cosmos' cell. ""You, Jedi. Get up."" Zonus didn't have time for a long talk with this Jedi. ""I am here to make you realise your true fate. You are indebted to the Empire and the Dark Side for sparing your life."" Zonus waited for Cosmos' answer, his dark Jedi robes becoming more and more intimidating.</div></blockquote><br/>Cosmos looked at Zonus's face as he stood up. His eyes were shaded yellow, just like a Sith. Kyle didn't want to believe it, but the prove was standing before him. Another Jedi fallen to the Dark Side. Though Cosmos had only known Tann for a short time he was still overcome by sorrow. Shaking the feeling off he addressed the new Sith Lord.<br/>""I only have the Force to thank for my survival.""<br/><br/>Cosmos took a moment before continuing.<br/><br/>""Where are we? A Sith world? Korriban? What did they do to you Tann?"""
9522,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=300,2014-12-12T16:30:00,Nation of cool guys,"<blockquote><div><cite>Draica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22773779#p22773779"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Griveous's warship</span></span><br/><br/>Ventress grunted as she felt the Imperial fleet came out of hyperspace and launched their offensive. She directed her gaze to Griveous,<br/>""We haven't even the slightest chance of winning. We must divert our route from Kuat to someplace else, or else you'll become another pile of debris again!"" She yelled.<br/><br/><br/><br/><br/></div></blockquote><br/>Thrawn smiled as his superior fleet opened fire on the Separatists. ""Jam their communications and have the Interdictor prepare to activate. Focus fire on the hyperdrives of their capital ships."""
9523,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=300,2014-12-12T16:38:00,Pantorrum,"Grievous had done some heavy damage to the planets production facilities in the time before the Imperials arrived, but he knew he had not brought enough ships to fight them now. He would have to call in reinforcements if he wished to stay, but was pleased at the damage already done.<br/>""All vessels to Hyperspace, we have done enough. Jump to Neimodia and we will regroup for an assault on the key world of Corellia.""<br/><br/>The fleet began to turn, quickly entering the jump co-ordinates. Within a minutes, the fleet was gone...<br/><br/><br/>The droid responded to San Hill.<br/>""Yes...sir."" He turned to a subordinate...<br/>""Sergeant, request a bombing from Super Tactical Droid T-331 in orbit. We need a squadron of Hyena bombers.""<br/><br/>He turned to the command station and began to input controls. The 3rd Droid Regiment was going to be moved to the swamps as well.<br/><br/>Aqua droids were sent from production facilities far off. When they arrived, 20,000 of them would go below the surface to kill any survivors.<br/><br/>The palace was guarded by 600 B1 Battledroids, which stood at doors and gates, as well as manned turrets and command stations. 200 Super Battledroids were also on patrol with another 300 B1 Battle Droids."
9524,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=300,2014-12-12T16:40:00,Capsland,"<blockquote><div><cite>The United Empire of Exucular <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22773817#p22773817"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Capsland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22769671#p22769671"">wrote</a>:</cite>Zonus looked up at Thrawn ans smiled. He then got up, with his dark robes, and bowed. ""Yes master. But I cannot promise much, if he doesn't turn. I will be force to... use force"" slight chuckle could be heard in his breath. Then Zonus walked down the corridor, with the automatic doors closing behind him. <br/><br/>Soon he reached Cosmos' cell. ""You, Jedi. Get up."" Zonus didn't have time for a long talk with this Jedi. ""I am here to make you realise your true fate. You are indebted to the Empire and the Dark Side for sparing your life."" Zonus waited for Cosmos' answer, his dark Jedi robes becoming more and more intimidating.</div></blockquote><br/>Cosmos looked at Zonus's face as he stood up. His eyes were shaded yellow, just like a Sith. Kyle didn't want to believe it, but the prove was standing before him. Another Jedi fallen to the Dark Side. Though Cosmos had only known Tann for a short time he was still overcome by sorrow. Shaking the feeling off he addressed the new Sith Lord.<br/>""I only have the Force to thank for my survival.""<br/><br/>Cosmos took a moment before continuing.<br/><br/>""Where are we? A Sith world? Korriban? What did they do to you Tann?""</div></blockquote><br/>The ship shook as Separatist bolts hit the hull. Zonus used the force to push Cosmos back against the wall. ""Never... call me that name again. Tann died."" Zonus released Cosmos. ""As for our location... We are over Kuat, fighting to CIS."" The ship shook again from the battle outside. ""You're will over the force is strong, I'll give you that. Shame you couldn't save Tann... he was so weak and pathetic. Don't you ever wonder why he just surrendered? Because he was a coward. Now you see the new and improved version of the Jedi. Soon you will all succumb to the Dark Side. It's only a matter of time"" Zonus smiled, with the three lightsabers on his belt slightly showing through his dark robes."
9525,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=300,2014-12-12T16:59:00,Nation of cool guys,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pantorrum <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22773975#p22773975"">wrote</a>:</cite>Grievous had done some heavy damage to the planets production facilities in the time before the Imperials arrived, but he knew he had not brought enough ships to fight them now. He would have to call in reinforcements if he wished to stay, but was pleased at the damage already done. <br/>""All vessels to Hyperspace, we have done enough. Jump to Neimodia and we will regroup for an assault on the key world of Corellia.""<br/><br/>The fleet began to turn, quickly entering the jump co-ordinates. Within a minutes, the fleet was gone...<br/><br/><br/>The droid responded to San Hill. <br/>""Yes...sir."" He turned to a subordinate...<br/>""Sergeant, request a bombing from Super Tactical Droid T-331 in orbit. We need a squadron of Hyena bombers.""<br/><br/>He turned to the command station and began to input controls. The 3rd Droid Regiment was going to be moved to the swamps as well. <br/><br/>Aqua droids were sent from production facilities far off. When they arrived, 20,000 of them would go below the surface to kill any survivors. <br/><br/>The palace was guarded by 600 B1 Battledroids, which stood at doors and gates, as well as manned turrets and command stations. 200 Super Battledroids were also on patrol with another 300 B1 Battle Droids.</div></blockquote><br/>Thrawn gave an exasperated sigh as the Separatist fleet slipped into Hyperspace. But Grievous would die eventually, Thrawn was sure of that."
9526,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=300,2014-12-12T17:17:00,The United Empire of Exucular,"<blockquote><div><cite>Capsland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22774004#p22774004"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The United Empire of Exucular <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22773817#p22773817"">wrote</a>:</cite>Cosmos looked at Zonus's face as he stood up. His eyes were shaded yellow, just like a Sith. Kyle didn't want to believe it, but the prove was standing before him. Another Jedi fallen to the Dark Side. Though Cosmos had only known Tann for a short time he was still overcome by sorrow. Shaking the feeling off he addressed the new Sith Lord.<br/>""I only have the Force to thank for my survival.""<br/><br/>Cosmos took a moment before continuing.<br/><br/>""Where are we? A Sith world? Korriban? What did they do to you Tann?""</div></blockquote><br/>The ship shook as Separatist bolts hit the hull. Zonus used the force to push Cosmos back against the wall. ""Never... call me that name again. Tann died."" Zonus released Cosmos. ""As for our location... We are over Kuat, fighting to CIS."" The ship shook again from the battle outside. ""You're will over the force is strong, I'll give you that. Shame you couldn't save Tann... he was so weak and pathetic. Don't you ever wonder why he just surrendered? Because he was a coward. Now you see the new and improved version of the Jedi. Soon you will all succumb to the Dark Side. It's only a matter of time"" Zonus smiled, with the three lightsabers on his belt slightly showing through his dark robes.</div></blockquote><br/>Cosmos almost didn't notice the item attached to Zonus. The light reflected off the metal caused Cosmos to glance down at it. Immediately he knew what it was, his lightsaber. A plan formulated in his head, the chance of succeeding weren't as high as he would like but he was still going to take the opportunity. Cosmos suddenly lunged forward like a lion attacking a zebra using the back wall as a kick off. Slamming into Zonus they both went crashing out of the room on to the floor of the hallway. The moment their bodies left the room Cosmos felt his body filling with the Force. Using his Jedi reflexes he snatched his lightsaber from Zonus waist. As he got up he used the Force to send them both flying to opposite sides of the long corridor.<br/><br/>""New and improved? Let's test that theory.""<br/><br/>Cosmos smiled as he gripped his lightsaber. Unconnecting the two parts he held a saber in both hands. As he activated his weapons he went into his battle stance."
9527,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=300,2014-12-12T17:24:00,Capsland,"<blockquote><div><cite>The United Empire of Exucular <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22774387#p22774387"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Capsland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22774004#p22774004"">wrote</a>:</cite>The ship shook as Separatist bolts hit the hull. Zonus used the force to push Cosmos back against the wall. ""Never... call me that name again. Tann died."" Zonus released Cosmos. ""As for our location... We are over Kuat, fighting to CIS."" The ship shook again from the battle outside. ""You're will over the force is strong, I'll give you that. Shame you couldn't save Tann... he was so weak and pathetic. Don't you ever wonder why he just surrendered? Because he was a coward. Now you see the new and improved version of the Jedi. Soon you will all succumb to the Dark Side. It's only a matter of time"" Zonus smiled, with the three lightsabers on his belt slightly showing through his dark robes.</div></blockquote><br/>Cosmos almost didn't notice the item attached to Zonus. The light reflected off the metal caused Cosmos to glance down at it. Immediately he knew what it was, his lightsaber. A plan formulated in his head, the chance of succeeding weren't as high as he would like but he was still going to take the opportunity. Cosmos suddenly lunged forward like a lion attacking a zebra using the back wall as a kick off. Slamming into Zonus they both went crashing out of the room on to the floor of the hallway. The moment their bodies left the room Cosmos felt his body filling with the Force. Using his Jedi reflexes he snatched his lightsaber from Zonus waist. As he got up he used the Force to send them both flying to opposite sides of the long corridor.<br/><br/>""New and improved? Let's test that theory."" <br/><br/>Cosmos smiled as he gripped his lightsaber. Unconnecting the two parts he held a saber in both hands. As he activated his weapons he went into his battle stance.</div></blockquote><br/>Zonus was sent flying into the wall. He simply got up like nothing had happened, his face showed no emotion. ""Hahaha. Yes, finally some action..."" Zonus force pulled his lightsabers from his belt. He ignited them, within a second there was a loud hiss as his new red lightsaber and his old yellow lightsaber ignited in unison. Zonus leaped forward shouting, hitting Cosmos' lightsabers. Sparks were sent flying everywhere. ""There's still a chance! Know the truth! Or die like Tann did!"""
9528,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=300,2014-12-12T17:37:00,Nation of cool guys,"Thrawn noticed the duel transpiring from a security monitor. ""Why did I know this would happen"" he asked himself. He turned to a Mandalorian captain who was waiting patiently nearby. ""Captain, I want you and two other Supercommandos to go down to the prison level and make sure Darth Zonus wins the duel.""<br/>The captain nodded and entered the turbolift, saying ""At once Admiral"""
9529,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=300,2014-12-12T17:39:00,The United Empire of Exucular,"<blockquote><div><cite>Capsland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22774461#p22774461"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The United Empire of Exucular <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22774387#p22774387"">wrote</a>:</cite>Cosmos almost didn't notice the item attached to Zonus. The light reflected off the metal caused Cosmos to glance down at it. Immediately he knew what it was, his lightsaber. A plan formulated in his head, the chance of succeeding weren't as high as he would like but he was still going to take the opportunity. Cosmos suddenly lunged forward like a lion attacking a zebra using the back wall as a kick off. Slamming into Zonus they both went crashing out of the room on to the floor of the hallway. The moment their bodies left the room Cosmos felt his body filling with the Force. Using his Jedi reflexes he snatched his lightsaber from Zonus waist. As he got up he used the Force to send them both flying to opposite sides of the long corridor.<br/><br/>""New and improved? Let's test that theory."" <br/><br/>Cosmos smiled as he gripped his lightsaber. Unconnecting the two parts he held a saber in both hands. As he activated his weapons he went into his battle stance.</div></blockquote><br/>Zonus was sent flying into the wall. He simply got up like nothing had happened, his face showed no emotion. ""Hahaha. Yes, finally some action..."" Zonus force pulled his lightsabers from his belt. He ignited them, within a second there was a loud hiss as his new red lightsaber and his old yellow lightsaber ignited in unison. Zonus leaped forward shouting, hitting Cosmos' lightsabers. Sparks were sent flying everywhere. ""There's still a chance! Know the truth! Or die like Tann did!""</div></blockquote><br/>""I'm apologize Zonus, but I cannot accept your offer. The Galaxy needs the Jedi more than ever before. I will not abandon it in its hour of need.""<br/>Red, yellow, and blue sparks continued to explode from the interlocked weapons. Cosmos suddenly forced leap high into the air and came down with both lightsabers down on Darth Zonus. A deadly dance of blades began between the two Force sensitives."
9530,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=300,2014-12-12T17:43:00,Nation of cool guys,"<blockquote><div><cite>The United Empire of Exucular <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22774598#p22774598"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Capsland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22774461#p22774461"">wrote</a>:</cite>Zonus was sent flying into the wall. He simply got up like nothing had happened, his face showed no emotion. ""Hahaha. Yes, finally some action..."" Zonus force pulled his lightsabers from his belt. He ignited them, within a second there was a loud hiss as his new red lightsaber and his old yellow lightsaber ignited in unison. Zonus leaped forward shouting, hitting Cosmos' lightsabers. Sparks were sent flying everywhere. ""There's still a chance! Know the truth! Or die like Tann did!""</div></blockquote><br/>""I'm apologize Zonus, but I cannot accept your offer. The Galaxy needs the Jedi more than ever before. I will not abandon it in its our of need."" <br/>Red, yellow, and blue sparks continued to explode from the interlocked weapons. Cosmos suddenly forced leap high into the air and came down with both lightsabers down on Darth Zonus. A deadly dance of blades began between the two Force sensitives.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>From both turbolifts at the ends of the prison corridor, several Mandalorian supercommandos emerged. The captain shouted to Zonus, saying ""We're here to make sure he doesn't escape, just give a yell if you need us."" Then they stood by to watch the two fight"
9531,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=300,2014-12-12T17:44:00,Capsland,"<blockquote><div><cite>The United Empire of Exucular <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22774598#p22774598"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Capsland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22774461#p22774461"">wrote</a>:</cite>Zonus was sent flying into the wall. He simply got up like nothing had happened, his face showed no emotion. ""Hahaha. Yes, finally some action..."" Zonus force pulled his lightsabers from his belt. He ignited them, within a second there was a loud hiss as his new red lightsaber and his old yellow lightsaber ignited in unison. Zonus leaped forward shouting, hitting Cosmos' lightsabers. Sparks were sent flying everywhere. ""There's still a chance! Know the truth! Or die like Tann did!""</div></blockquote><br/>""I'm apologize Zonus, but I cannot accept your offer. The Galaxy needs the Jedi more than ever before. I will not abandon it in its our of need."" <br/>Red, yellow, and blue sparks continued to explode from the interlocked weapons. Cosmos suddenly forced leap high into the air and came down with both lightsabers down on Darth Zonus. A deadly dance of blades began between the two Force sensitives.</div></blockquote><br/>Darth Zonus put his lightsabers in the air with and 'X' position to block Cosmos' leap attack. ""Shame, I never knew you were so stubborn."" With that he began spinning his lightsabers just before he used a series of quick attacks to hopefully tire Cosmos.<br/><br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Nation of cool guys <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22774652#p22774652"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The United Empire of Exucular <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22774598#p22774598"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I'm apologize Zonus, but I cannot accept your offer. The Galaxy needs the Jedi more than ever before. I will not abandon it in its our of need."" <br/>Red, yellow, and blue sparks continued to explode from the interlocked weapons. Cosmos suddenly forced leap high into the air and came down with both lightsabers down on Darth Zonus. A deadly dance of blades began between the two Force sensitives.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>From both turbolifts at the ends of the prison corridor, several Mandalorian supercommandos emerged. The captain shouted to Zonus, saying ""We're here to make sure he doesn't escape, just give a yell if you need us."" Then they stood by to watch the two fight</div></blockquote><br/>While doing the furry attacks on Cosmos he shouted back. ""Stay there and await my orders!"""
9532,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=325,2014-12-12T18:06:00,The United Empire of Exucular,"<blockquote><div><cite>Capsland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22774666#p22774666"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The United Empire of Exucular <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22774598#p22774598"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I'm apologize Zonus, but I cannot accept your offer. The Galaxy needs the Jedi more than ever before. I will not abandon it in its our of need."" <br/>Red, yellow, and blue sparks continued to explode from the interlocked weapons. Cosmos suddenly forced leap high into the air and came down with both lightsabers down on Darth Zonus. A deadly dance of blades began between the two Force sensitives.</div></blockquote><br/>Darth Zonus put his lightsabers in the air with and 'X' position to block Cosmos' leap attack. ""Shame, I never knew you were so stubborn."" With that he began spinning his lightsabers just before he used a series of quick attacks to hopefully tire Cosmos.<br/><br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Nation of cool guys <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22774652#p22774652"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>From both turbolifts at the ends of the prison corridor, several Mandalorian supercommandos emerged. The captain shouted to Zonus, saying ""We're here to make sure he doesn't escape, just give a yell if you need us."" Then they stood by to watch the two fight</div></blockquote><br/>While doing the furry attacks on Cosmos he shouted back. ""Stay there and await my orders!""</div></blockquote><br/>Cosmos parried, blocked, and returned strikes as much as he could against Darth Zonus. The battle continued to intensify as both adversaries moved at increasingly higher speeds. No doubt the Force was fueling both of them. Noticing the commandos Cosmos gave a grin. Using the Force he took hold of one of the Mandalorians and swiftly brought the soldier to him. force pushing Zonus's back a few feet he put the commando in between them still holding him using the Force.<br/><br/>""I remember one of you saying your armor was lighsaber resitant. If that is true than you have nothing to worry about.""<br/><br/>Charging forward with the soldier as a shield Cosmos continued the duel between the two powerful opponents."
9533,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=325,2014-12-12T18:17:00,Nation of cool guys,"<blockquote><div><cite>The United Empire of Exucular <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22774887#p22774887"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Capsland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22774666#p22774666"">wrote</a>:</cite>Darth Zonus put his lightsabers in the air with and 'X' position to block Cosmos' leap attack. ""Shame, I never knew you were so stubborn."" With that he began spinning his lightsabers just before he used a series of quick attacks to hopefully tire Cosmos.<br/><br/><br/><br/>While doing the furry attacks on Cosmos he shouted back. ""Stay there and await my orders!""</div></blockquote><br/>Cosmos parried, blocked, and returned strikes as much as he could against Darth Zonus. The battle continued to intensify as both adversaries moved at increasingly higher speeds. No doubt the Force was fueling both of them. Noticing the commandos Cosmos gave a grin. Using the Force he took hold of one of the Mandalorians and swiftly brought the soldier to him. force pushing Zonus's back a few feet he put the commando in between them still holding him using the Force. <br/><br/>""I remember one of you saying your armor was lighsaber resitant. If that is true than you have nothing to worry about.""<br/><br/>Charging forward with the soldier as a shield Cosmos continued the duel between the two powerful opponents.</div></blockquote><br/>The Mandalorian in question twisted in midair and activated his magnetic boots, tearing him from the grip of the Force and attaching him to the ground, while slicing at Cosmos with clawlike vibroblades attached to his Crushgaunts"
9534,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=325,2014-12-12T18:24:00,Capsland,"<blockquote><div><cite>The United Empire of Exucular <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22774887#p22774887"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Capsland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22774666#p22774666"">wrote</a>:</cite>Darth Zonus put his lightsabers in the air with and 'X' position to block Cosmos' leap attack. ""Shame, I never knew you were so stubborn."" With that he began spinning his lightsabers just before he used a series of quick attacks to hopefully tire Cosmos.<br/><br/><br/><br/>While doing the furry attacks on Cosmos he shouted back. ""Stay there and await my orders!""</div></blockquote><br/>Cosmos parried, blocked, and returned strikes as much as he could against Darth Zonus. The battle continued to intensify as both adversaries moved at increasingly higher speeds. No doubt the Force was fueling both of them. Noticing the commandos Cosmos gave a grin. Using the Force he took hold of one of the Mandalorians and swiftly brought the soldier to him. force pushing Zonus's back a few feet he put the commando in between them still holding him using the Force. <br/><br/>""I remember one of you saying your armor was lighsaber resitant. If that is true than you have nothing to worry about.""<br/><br/>Charging forward with the soldier as a shield Cosmos continued the duel between the two powerful opponents.</div></blockquote><br/>Cosmos force pushed Zonus across the floor. Zonus only glided across the floor, leaving a small cloud of dust. The the Madalorian was in between them, fighting Cosmos. Zonus grew impatient with him so Zonus, put his arm out and forced the Mandalorian down through the floor, onto the bottom floor. He was surely dead or at least injured but that didn't matter to Zonus. Seeing Cosmos turn to the Dark Side or die was his main goal. ""Enough!"" Zonus force pushed Cosmos down the hallway to the wall, he continues to do this while slowly walking toward Cosmos. Zonus got up close to Cosmos. ""Now, the true power of the Dark Side..."" Zonus let go of Cosmos with the force and used his newly acquired force lightning. Although he was new to it, it still delivered a damaging blow. At least hitting Cosmos in the leg before he had a chance to block it. ""Give up! Give up, just like Ki-Adi-Mundi did to me!"" Zonus re-ignited his lightsabers, with them spinning . ""Ready for round two? Or do you give up?"" Zonus and Cosmos were clearly panting by this point, their power both matched eachother, but now Cosmos had a disadvantage, he was slightly injured and Zonus wasn't."
9535,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=325,2014-12-12T18:35:00,Nation of cool guys,"<blockquote><div><cite>Capsland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22775076#p22775076"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The United Empire of Exucular <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22774887#p22774887"">wrote</a>:</cite>Cosmos parried, blocked, and returned strikes as much as he could against Darth Zonus. The battle continued to intensify as both adversaries moved at increasingly higher speeds. No doubt the Force was fueling both of them. Noticing the commandos Cosmos gave a grin. Using the Force he took hold of one of the Mandalorians and swiftly brought the soldier to him. force pushing Zonus's back a few feet he put the commando in between them still holding him using the Force. <br/><br/>""I remember one of you saying your armor was lighsaber resitant. If that is true than you have nothing to worry about.""<br/><br/>Charging forward with the soldier as a shield Cosmos continued the duel between the two powerful opponents.</div></blockquote><br/>Cosmos force pushed Zonus across the floor. Zonus only glided across the floor, leaving a small cloud of dust. The the Madalorian was in between them, fighting Cosmos. Zonus grew impatient with him so Zonus, put his arm out and forced the Mandalorian down through the floor, onto the bottom floor. He was surely dead or at least injured but that didn't matter to Zonus. Seeing Cosmos turn to the Dark Side or die was his main goal. ""Enough!"" Zonus force pushed Cosmos down the hallway to the wall, he continues to do this while slowly walking toward Cosmos. Zonus got up close to Cosmos. ""Now, the true power of the Dark Side..."" Zonus let go of Cosmos with the force and used his newly acquired force lightning. Although he was new to it, it still delivered a damaging blow. At least hitting Cosmos in the leg before he had a chance to block it. ""Give up! Give up, just like Ki-Adi-Mundi did to me!"" Zonus re-ignited his lightsabers, with them spinning . ""Ready for round two? Or do you give up?"" Zonus and Cosmos were clearly panting by this point, their power both matched eachother, but now Cosmos had a disadvantage, he was slightly injured and Zonus wasn't.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>One of the other Mandalorians on the other end of the hallway shot out a small grappler and pulled the downed warrior away from the two Jedi."
9536,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=325,2014-12-12T18:44:00,Republic of Vectors,"After securing prosperous deals with the two weapons companies, the Villiant Governor sat down in the VIP chair of the diplomatic transport. The shuttle and accompanying warship hopped into hyperspace at the Governors command. A mere few hours later, they were back at the Villiant.<br/><br/><br/><br/>The shuttle's access port opened on the pad at the governmental palace. The first person he saw was the Prime Minister. And the second, a faint blue tinted Twi'lek male; someone whom he had never seen before.<br/><br/>“Welcome back good Sir!” Exclaimed the Minister. “How was your quest?”<br/>“Well, it is good to be back, however I feel obligated to discuss such matters in a more... private atmosphere.” the Governor stated, motioning towards the stranger.<br/>“My apologies Sir. This is mister Ji'iisan Yardes.” While saying his name, the Governor noticed the mans skin grow a darker shade of blue, then fade again. “I have brought mister Yardes here in an urgent matter. He has come across information that could change the future in our favor.”<br/>With that, the trio retreated inside the palace to explore this new information.<br/><br/>Hours later, the Governor was walking Ji'iisan Yardes back to the front doors of the palace. Through the tall beige arched halls, they discussed in small talk to pass the time. Right before turning the corner into the lobby, the Governor asked Ji'iisan;<br/>“So are you absolutely certain that there is nothing more to share about this discovery?”<br/>“Absolutely not sir. You know everything.” The mans voice expressed delight at his contribution to the society.<br/>“Then I have one last point to make.” The Governor stated. The mans eyes raised in interest. “You have the legal responsibility to not tell anyone about what you have discovered, under the penalty of treason. In return for your expected cooperation, our treasury department has a sizable sum of credits in your name for your services. As soon as this information is verified, they are yours.”<br/>“Dont worry Sir! Grandfather said his Data Holocron never lied.<br/><br/>After the meeting, the Governor made a brisk walk to the security section.<br/>To the Captain of Security, he said:<br/>“Have him followed. Record his actions.” Then he formed a phrase in his head and continued, “and I need you and forty of your absolute best men. We shall be leaving offworld.”"
9537,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=325,2014-12-12T18:48:00,The United Empire of Exucular,"<blockquote><div><cite>Capsland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22775076#p22775076"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The United Empire of Exucular <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22774887#p22774887"">wrote</a>:</cite>Cosmos parried, blocked, and returned strikes as much as he could against Darth Zonus. The battle continued to intensify as both adversaries moved at increasingly higher speeds. No doubt the Force was fueling both of them. Noticing the commandos Cosmos gave a grin. Using the Force he took hold of one of the Mandalorians and swiftly brought the soldier to him. force pushing Zonus's back a few feet he put the commando in between them still holding him using the Force. <br/><br/>""I remember one of you saying your armor was lighsaber resitant. If that is true than you have nothing to worry about.""<br/><br/>Charging forward with the soldier as a shield Cosmos continued the duel between the two powerful opponents.</div></blockquote><br/>Cosmos force pushed Zonus across the floor. Zonus only glided across the floor, leaving a small cloud of dust. The the Madalorian was in between them, fighting Cosmos. Zonus grew impatient with him so Zonus, put his arm out and forced the Mandalorian down through the floor, onto the bottom floor. He was surely dead or at least injured but that didn't matter to Zonus. Seeing Cosmos turn to the Dark Side or die was his main goal. ""Enough!"" Zonus force pushed Cosmos down the hallway to the wall, he continues to do this while slowly walking toward Cosmos. Zonus got up close to Cosmos. ""Now, the true power of the Dark Side..."" Zonus let go of Cosmos with the force and used his newly acquired force lightning. Although he was new to it, it still delivered a damaging blow. At least hitting Cosmos in the leg before he had a chance to block it. ""Give up! Give up, just like Ki-Adi-Mundi did to me!"" Zonus re-ignited his lightsabers, with them spinning . ""Ready for round two? Or do you give up?"" Zonus and Cosmos were clearly panting by this point, their power both matched eachother, but now Cosmos had a disadvantage, he was slightly injured and Zonus wasn't.</div></blockquote><br/>The feeling of the lightning striking his leg caused Cosmos to grimace. Quickly he used his lightsaber to deflect the remaining bolts back at Zonus. The Lightning left a rather bad looking burn on his Limb. Luckily this wasn't the first time he's been struck with an attack like that, and unfortunately it would most likely not be his last. Cosmos began to use Force healing on his leg in order to sooth the pain. Obviously he couldn't spend the necessary time to heal his leg with a Sith Lords standing before him. Gripping the metal walls and ceiling he began ripping the interior apart. Cosmos gritted his teeth as a thick wall of debris piled up between him and the Sith Lord. He was rather pleased with his work, not an openning anywhere. Turning around he sprinted over towards the doors on the other end of the corridor. Using both his light sabers he began cutting a whole into the barrier. At his current speed he would be out the door by the time Darth Zonus inevitably broke through the barrier separating them."
9538,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=325,2014-12-12T19:01:00,Capsland,"<blockquote><div><cite>The United Empire of Exucular <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22775282#p22775282"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Capsland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22775076#p22775076"">wrote</a>:</cite>Cosmos force pushed Zonus across the floor. Zonus only glided across the floor, leaving a small cloud of dust. The the Madalorian was in between them, fighting Cosmos. Zonus grew impatient with him so Zonus, put his arm out and forced the Mandalorian down through the floor, onto the bottom floor. He was surely dead or at least injured but that didn't matter to Zonus. Seeing Cosmos turn to the Dark Side or die was his main goal. ""Enough!"" Zonus force pushed Cosmos down the hallway to the wall, he continues to do this while slowly walking toward Cosmos. Zonus got up close to Cosmos. ""Now, the true power of the Dark Side..."" Zonus let go of Cosmos with the force and used his newly acquired force lightning. Although he was new to it, it still delivered a damaging blow. At least hitting Cosmos in the leg before he had a chance to block it. ""Give up! Give up, just like Ki-Adi-Mundi did to me!"" Zonus re-ignited his lightsabers, with them spinning . ""Ready for round two? Or do you give up?"" Zonus and Cosmos were clearly panting by this point, their power both matched eachother, but now Cosmos had a disadvantage, he was slightly injured and Zonus wasn't.</div></blockquote><br/>The feeling of the lightning striking his leg caused Cosmos to grimace. Quickly he used his lightsaber to deflect the remaining bolts back at Zonus. The Lightning left a rather bad looking burn on his Limb. Luckily this wasn't the first time he's been struck with an attack like that, and unfortunately it would most likely not be his last. Cosmos began to use Force healing on his leg in order to sooth the pain. Obviously he couldn't spend the necessary time to heal his leg with a Sith Lords standing before him. Gripping the metal walls and ceiling he began ripping the interior apart. Cosmos gritted his teeth as a thick wall of debris piled up between him and the Sith Lord. He was rather pleased with his work, not an openning anywhere. Turning around he sprinted over towards the doors on the other end of the corridor. Using both his light sabers he began cutting a whole into the barrier. At his current speed he would be out the door by the time Darth Zonus inevitably broke through the barrier separating them.</div></blockquote><br/>Zonus saw the debris fall, separating him from Cosmos. ""Argh!!"" He shouted out a noise of anger and force pushed the debris out of the way. ""Jedi!"" He looked back at the Mandalorians. ""Don't just stand there! Chase him now!"" Then he pressed his ear piece that connected to Admiral Thrawn. ""Master, the Jedi has ran. He has sustain multiple injuries though. My guess he's going for the escape pods or hangar bay."" H waited for a response. Then he used the force to contact Cosmos, Zonus and Cosmos shared some sort of connection through the force.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Well player for a Jedi... You still have my old master's lightsaber though, rest assured, our paths will meet again. For better... or for worse</span>Zonus grabbed his cloak from the floor and made his way to the bridge, with Mandalorians and engineers rushing past him to fix the damage and chase the Jedi."
9539,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=325,2014-12-12T19:55:00,The United Empire of Exucular,"<blockquote><div><cite>Capsland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22775403#p22775403"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The United Empire of Exucular <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22775282#p22775282"">wrote</a>:</cite>The feeling of the lightning striking his leg caused Cosmos to grimace. Quickly he used his lightsaber to deflect the remaining bolts back at Zonus. The Lightning left a rather bad looking burn on his Limb. Luckily this wasn't the first time he's been struck with an attack like that, and unfortunately it would most likely not be his last. Cosmos began to use Force healing on his leg in order to sooth the pain. Obviously he couldn't spend the necessary time to heal his leg with a Sith Lords standing before him. Gripping the metal walls and ceiling he began ripping the interior apart. Cosmos gritted his teeth as a thick wall of debris piled up between him and the Sith Lord. He was rather pleased with his work, not an openning anywhere. Turning around he sprinted over towards the doors on the other end of the corridor. Using both his light sabers he began cutting a whole into the barrier. At his current speed he would be out the door by the time Darth Zonus inevitably broke through the barrier separating them.</div></blockquote><br/>Zonus saw the debris fall, separating him from Cosmos. ""Argh!!"" He shouted out a noise of anger and force pushed the debris out of the way. ""Jedi!"" He looked back at the Mandalorians. ""Don't just stand there! Chase him now!"" Then he pressed his ear piece that connected to Admiral Thrawn. ""Master, the Jedi has ran. He has sustain multiple injuries though. My guess he's going for the escape pods or hangar bay."" H waited for a response. Then he used the force to contact Cosmos, Zonus and Cosmos shared some sort of connection through the force. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Well player for a Jedi... You still have my old master's lightsaber though, rest assured, our paths will meet again. For better... or for worse</span> Zonus grabbed his cloak from the floor and made his way to the bridge, with Mandalorians and engineers rushing past him to fix the damage and chase the Jedi.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">I refuse to believe Tann is gone Zonus. I will see you return to the Light my old friend. This I swear.</span><br/>After slicing through the door blocking his way Cosmos began to Force sprint through the hallways of the ship. He moved like a blur down the long hallways. Along the way he slashed at computer consoles and brought down bits and pieces of the ship in order to block any more soldiers from hindering his escape. After a few minutes he made his way to the hanger and went for the nearest starfighter. Taking the controls he started up the craft and turned to face the hanger bay doors. Cosmos opened Fire on the barrier with everything the fighter had."
9540,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=325,2014-12-12T21:34:00,Unified Imperial States,"Hours after the great escape from Kuat, Valarn sit at his bridge chair, alone while the ship lie docked above Nemoidia. A good raid, he thought, if not a bit costly. They did damage. Any amount of damage to the Imperial Navy's production facilities was welcome.<br/><br/>Well, perhaps he wasn't quite all alone. ""What do you think of the Jedi, Captain?"" he asked his new ARC trooper friend."
9541,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=325,2014-12-12T21:54:00,The United Empire of Exucular,A loud explosion echoed through the hanger as the hanger doors finally gave way. Cosmos threw the starfighter Forward like it was a bullet. The starfighter was taking fire from all sides from Mandalorians and Imperials. He could feel the shots impact as he screamed across the hanger. Cosmos blasted through the openning out into space. Turning around he looked at the Mandalorian ship. As he continued forward he took a mental picture of the vessel. Something was telling him this wouldn't be the last time he would see this ship. Not wanting to spend another second in the system he activated the hyperspace drive. Moments after that he entered hyperspace. He would have to change vehicles and destroy the fighter as soon as he could.
9542,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=325,2014-12-12T22:00:00,Ancian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Unified Imperial States <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22777094#p22777094"">wrote</a>:</cite>Hours after the great escape from Kuat, Valarn sit at his bridge chair, alone while the ship lie docked above Nemoidia. A good raid, he thought, if not a bit costly. They did damage. Any amount of damage to the Imperial Navy's production facilities was welcome.<br/><br/>Well, perhaps he wasn't quite all alone. ""What do you think of the Jedi, Captain?"" he asked his new ARC trooper friend.</div></blockquote><br/>Kiel thought for a second..""I don't mind them, but I'll never trust them. Too mystic and,honestly, a little arrogant...course there were some decent ones. What about you?"" An odd question, but hey, anything to pass the time he thought."
9543,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=325,2014-12-12T22:11:00,Unified Imperial States,"<blockquote><div><cite>Ancian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22777390#p22777390"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Unified Imperial States <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22777094#p22777094"">wrote</a>:</cite>Hours after the great escape from Kuat, Valarn sit at his bridge chair, alone while the ship lie docked above Nemoidia. A good raid, he thought, if not a bit costly. They did damage. Any amount of damage to the Imperial Navy's production facilities was welcome.<br/><br/>Well, perhaps he wasn't quite all alone. ""What do you think of the Jedi, Captain?"" he asked his new ARC trooper friend.</div></blockquote><br/>Kiel thought for a second..""I don't mind them, but I'll never trust them. Too mystic and,honestly, a little arrogant...course there were some decent ones. What about you?"" An odd question, but hey, anything to pass the time he thought.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""An admirable bunch, when they were around. I do have to question their perceived role as peacekeepers, seeing as how they were advocates on one hand, but would take any chance they could to fight Sith ideology on the other."" Valarn tapped his finger against his chin for a moment. ""Yes, but otherwise, quite honorable warriors. I wonder how many actually survived their ill-fated order."" He continued to stare out into space, watching countless droid ships and merchant vessels orbit the planet."
9544,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=325,2014-12-12T22:18:00,Ancian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Unified Imperial States <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22777506#p22777506"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Ancian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22777390#p22777390"">wrote</a>:</cite>Kiel thought for a second..""I don't mind them, but I'll never trust them. Too mystic and,honestly, a little arrogant...course there were some decent ones. What about you?"" An odd question, but hey, anything to pass the time he thought.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""An admirable bunch, when they were around. I do have to question their perceived role as peacekeepers, seeing as how they were advocates on one hand, but would take any chance they could to fight Sith ideology on the other."" Valarn tapped his finger against his chin for a moment. ""Yes, but otherwise, quite honorable warriors. I wonder how many actually survived their ill-fated order."" He continued to stare out into space, watching countless droid ships and merchant vessels orbit the planet.</div></blockquote><br/>"" I suppose they were fairly honorable, although<span style=""font-style: italic"">peacekeepers</span>is just a term for warriors not wanting to believe their warriors....I have a feeling more survived then the Holonews let on ner'vod...."" He'd never really though about Jedi before....he'd always deployed on his own or with fellow alpha ARCs. He liked them but at the same time felt they could be arrogant fools....."
9545,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=325,2014-12-12T22:27:00,Unified Imperial States,"<blockquote><div><cite>Ancian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22777583#p22777583"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Unified Imperial States <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22777506#p22777506"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""An admirable bunch, when they were around. I do have to question their perceived role as peacekeepers, seeing as how they were advocates on one hand, but would take any chance they could to fight Sith ideology on the other."" Valarn tapped his finger against his chin for a moment. ""Yes, but otherwise, quite honorable warriors. I wonder how many actually survived their ill-fated order."" He continued to stare out into space, watching countless droid ships and merchant vessels orbit the planet.</div></blockquote><br/>"" I suppose they were fairly honorable, although <span style=""font-style: italic"">peacekeepers</span> is just a term for warriors not wanting to believe their warriors....I have a feeling more survived then the Holonews let on ner'vod...."" He'd never really though about Jedi before....he'd always deployed on his own or with fellow alpha ARCs. He liked them but at the same time felt they could be arrogant fools.....</div></blockquote><br/>""Tell me then, if you don't agree with the Jedi's way of doing things, what do you feel should be the outcome of this war? What's your motivation for fighting?"""
9546,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=325,2014-12-12T23:20:00,The United Empire of Exucular,Several hours after Cosmos had escaped he landed on a small trading planet in the Mid-Rim Territories. Using his negotiation skills along with a little bit of the Force Cosmos was able to sell his Mandalorian craft and buy another starship. Though he didn't have to worry about being tracked anymore Kyle didn't want to risk it. He decided to wait a few days before returning to his base of operations. His gathering allies would be able to hold down the fort until he returned. Buying some supplies he boarded his small ship and left the system.
9547,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=325,2014-12-13T02:35:00,Bulgislavia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Coruscant Docking Bay's close to Minku's suite</span></span><br/><br/>Since rescuing the five fugitive Senators from the Coruscant underworld, Minku now needed to safely smuggle them off world to one of her safe houses. Luckily she had one in mind and was able to easily convince her patron employer to travel their under the perfect cover.<br/><br/>""...Which is why I believe we use this opportunity to meet stregnthen the Twi'Lek's relationship with Jabba the Hutt on Tatooine""<br/><br/>Senator Orn Free Taa shook his head ""My relationship with the Hutt's is starting to become more complicated, They don't trust Palpatine""<br/><br/>""All the more reason to go their as a representative of Ryloth and the Twi'Lek's, not the empire"" replied Minku<br/><br/>""Fine, perhaps I may press Jabba for some favor's""<br/><br/>With that the Twi'Lek delegation made their way to the diplomatic Corvette the Lessu V, it was 150 meters long with around 30 diplomatic personnel, 40 crew (and five smuggled fugitive senators).<br/><br/>R5-D6 stayed around close to the smuggling compartment<br/><br/>The Lessu V then began to make its way into Coruscants upper atmosphere<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">'This is the imperial authority on off world movement's, state your intended destination and purpose of travel</span>'<br/><br/>""This is imperial senator Orn Free Taa of the Twi'Lek home world of Ryloth. We are heading for Tatooine on diplomatic business"" replied Taa<br/><br/>Minku sat nearby applying new eye shadow and lipstick (The senator liked his female companions pretty after all).<br/><br/>'<span style=""font-style: italic"">Very well, we will await your return</span>'<br/><br/>With that the Lessu V entered orbit before warping into hyperdrive to Tatooine....."
9548,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=325,2014-12-13T04:42:00,Bulgislavia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Lessu V hyperspace travel to Tatooine</span></span><br/><br/>Minku finally got a chance to leave Orn Free Taa's side so she could check on her stowaways. making her way to the upper deck to the smuggling compartment she saw R5-D6, his head turning as if keeping an eye out down the nearby hallways.<br/><br/>She stood in front of her astromech droid and pressed some buttons on its round head before standing in front of it<br/><br/>""I don't have much time, R5 I want you to show them this message when we land as Mos Eisley..... Hello senators, the moment we land at Mos Eisley I will be expected to be at Orn Free Taa's side at all times. Just go through the plan I told you, I have instructed R5-D6 to stay with you throughout, the meeting should take roughly 10 hours, its going to be a long day. R5-D6 has all the information on how to reach my safe house and also of our first mission of our resistance alliance. Good luck"" Minku then pushed more buttons on R5 and finished the holo-recording. She then quickly returned back to one of the main lounges.<br/><br/>Before long the vessel slipped out of hyperdrive and approached the desert planet......"
9549,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=325,2014-12-13T05:21:00,The Royally United Provinces,"Jako dropped to the floor holding his head as he felt the drk side rush through a Jedi. Then they were fighting eachother. He got back up and his eyes glowed yellow, the force rushing through him. He breathed and sat down meditating. He searched for Kyle and spoke to him.<span style=""font-style: italic"">'Kyle come to Mandalore. Michael and I have holed up here. Come for refuge.</span><br/><br/>He then searched for Tann who was clouded with darkness. He reached deep and spoke to him though it was difficult with such darkness clouding him.<span style=""font-style: italic"">'Don't do this Tann. You know better than this. To let power dictate you. Come back to the good side of the force.</span>Jako began to breathe heavily as his energy was drained."
9550,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=325,2014-12-13T07:00:00,Capsland,"Zonus walked through the corridors, heading to the bridge. On the way he felt someone trying to connect with him, a Jedi.<br/><blockquote><div><cite>The Royally United Provinces <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22779620#p22779620"">wrote</a>:</cite>He then searched for Tann who was clouded with darkness. He reached deep and spoke to him though it was difficult with such darkness clouding him. <span style=""font-style: italic"">'Don't do this Tann. You know better than this. To let power dictate you. Come back to the good side of the force.</span> Jako began to breathe heavily as his energy was drained.</div></blockquote><br/>'<span style=""font-style: italic"">You really don't understand do you Jedi? Tann is dead like the Jedi Order, face it. The Sith rule this galaxy now, the EMpire is just another pawn for the Sith.</span>' Darth Zonus then blocked the Jedi out of his mind for good. He made his way up to the bridge where a dissapointed Thrawn would be sitting. Zonus got down on one knee in front of Thrawn. ""Master, I am sorry. The Jedi got away, but I did manage to harm him in the process"" Zonus looked at his burn on his arm. ""And I only got minor burns. I await your orders"""
9551,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=325,2014-12-13T08:16:00,Ancian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Unified Imperial States <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22777675#p22777675"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Ancian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22777583#p22777583"">wrote</a>:</cite>"" I suppose they were fairly honorable, although <span style=""font-style: italic"">peacekeepers</span> is just a term for warriors not wanting to believe their warriors....I have a feeling more survived then the Holonews let on ner'vod...."" He'd never really though about Jedi before....he'd always deployed on his own or with fellow alpha ARCs. He liked them but at the same time felt they could be arrogant fools.....</div></blockquote><br/>""Tell me then, if you don't agree with the Jedi's way of doing things, what do you feel should be the outcome of this war? What's your motivation for fighting?""</div></blockquote><br/>""Well, you see, their against slavery correct ner'vod? But when it suits them, they let a slave army fight the separatists. Against their principles, but well, we werr already there.....Their not peacekeepers their cowards. I met very few decent Jedi. The young ones were the best, they understood, and even protested occasionally. We didn't protest, we were made for it....but as the war went on you could say we got disillusioned with it. And when centax 2 troopers shot my buddies for not killing the Jedi, I was through. I think the seps have a right to leave, especially now, and they're correct ideologically. "" Kiel was breathing heavy and angrily...he took some short breaths,calming down.""I don't hate them, I'm just angry at them,well not so much the younger knights, but defintly the shabla masters."""
9552,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=325,2014-12-13T08:49:00,Nation of cool guys,"<blockquote><div><cite>Capsland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22780037#p22780037"">wrote</a>:</cite>Zonus walked through the corridors, heading to the bridge. On the way he felt someone trying to connect with him, a Jedi.<br/><blockquote><div><cite>The Royally United Provinces <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22779620#p22779620"">wrote</a>:</cite>He then searched for Tann who was clouded with darkness. He reached deep and spoke to him though it was difficult with such darkness clouding him. <span style=""font-style: italic"">'Don't do this Tann. You know better than this. To let power dictate you. Come back to the good side of the force.</span> Jako began to breathe heavily as his energy was drained.</div></blockquote><br/>'<span style=""font-style: italic"">You really don't understand do you Jedi? Tann is dead like the Jedi Order, face it. The Sith rule this galaxy now, the EMpire is just another pawn for the Sith.</span>' Darth Zonus then blocked the Jedi out of his mind for good. He made his way up to the bridge where a dissapointed Thrawn would be sitting. Zonus got down on one knee in front of Thrawn. ""Master, I am sorry. The Jedi got away, but I did manage to harm him in the process"" Zonus looked at his burn on his arm. ""And I only got minor burns. I await your orders""</div></blockquote><br/>Thrawn gave a sigh, he had seen the Jedi ship slip away into hyperspace. ""It is no matter. We will surely find him. Surely you can trace his prescence in the force, my friend? And upon our next encounter, I will waste no time toying with him. I will simply blast him out of the sky.;"
9553,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=325,2014-12-13T10:13:00,Capsland,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nation of cool guys <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22780605#p22780605"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Capsland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22780037#p22780037"">wrote</a>:</cite>Zonus walked through the corridors, heading to the bridge. On the way he felt someone trying to connect with him, a Jedi.<br/><br/>'<span style=""font-style: italic"">You really don't understand do you Jedi? Tann is dead like the Jedi Order, face it. The Sith rule this galaxy now, the EMpire is just another pawn for the Sith.</span>' Darth Zonus then blocked the Jedi out of his mind for good. He made his way up to the bridge where a dissapointed Thrawn would be sitting. Zonus got down on one knee in front of Thrawn. ""Master, I am sorry. The Jedi got away, but I did manage to harm him in the process"" Zonus looked at his burn on his arm. ""And I only got minor burns. I await your orders""</div></blockquote><br/>Thrawn gave a sigh, he had seen the Jedi ship slip away into hyperspace. ""It is no matter. We will surely find him. Surely you can trace his prescence in the force, my friend? And upon our next encounter, I will waste no time toying with him. I will simply blast him out of the sky.;</div></blockquote><br/>Zonus stood up to face Thrawn. ""Of course I can. I will need to meditate on it though to find his exact co-ordinates."" Zonus sat on his chair next to Thrawn's and closed his eyes with his hands placed on the arms of the chair. He reached Cosmos, due to the connection they held and Ki-Adi-Mundi's lightsaber.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Cosmos... You must know that you can't hide while I live. That lightsaber to stole from me... it was infused with the Dark Side just as mush as Tann was. Tell me, what do you hope to accomplish on your own? You have no-one and nothing to your name, only death awaits you.</span>"
9554,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=325,2014-12-13T11:14:00,The United Empire of Exucular,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Royally United Provinces <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22779620#p22779620"">wrote</a>:</cite>Jako dropped to the floor holding his head as he felt the drk side rush through a Jedi. Then they were fighting eachother. He got back up and his eyes glowed yellow, the force rushing through him. He breathed and sat down meditating. He searched for Kyle and spoke to him. <span style=""font-style: italic"">'Kyle come to Mandalore. Michael and I have holed up here. Come for refuge.</span> <br/><br/></div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""I'll come as soon as I can Jako, but first I'll be searching this part of space for allies and possible surviving Jedi. There are several Mandalorians that have allied with the Empire so I would remain careful if you decide to go into a public area.""</span><br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Capsland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22781193#p22781193"">wrote</a>:</cite>Zonus stood up to face Thrawn. ""Of course I can. I will need to meditate on it though to find his exact co-ordinates."" Zonus sat on his chair next to Thrawn's and closed his eyes with his hands placed on the arms of the chair. He reached Cosmos, due to the connection they held and Ki-Adi-Mundi's lightsaber. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Cosmos... You must know that you can't hide while I live. That lightsaber to stole from me... it was infused with the Dark Side just as mush as Tann was. Tell me, what do you hope to accomplish on your own? You have no-one and nothing to your name, only death awaits you.</span></div></blockquote><br/>Cosmos picked up Master Mundi's lightsaber with his hand. As he held it he could feel darkness, something that shouldn't be on a tool used by such a great Jedi.<br/>""I hope to unite this Galaxy to overthrow Palpatine and restore the Galactic Republic. If I can't do it then I'll assist whoever can. Hopefully sometime in the future I can bring you back to the Light Zonus."""
9555,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=325,2014-12-13T15:31:00,Capsland,"Darth Zonus opened his eyes, getting out of his meditation. ""I have his location, master. He is on a trading world."" Zonus got up and turned to Thrawn. ""With your permission. I would like to engage the Jedi myself. There are some... personal issues I need to resolve. If anything happens I shall contact you"" Zonus waited for Thrawn's reply."
9556,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=325,2014-12-13T15:47:00,The NAR,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Approaching Naboo... </span><br/><br/>The stars always captured Michael's eye, their brilliance surpassed anything he'd ever seen. His arms were crossed as he leaned against the wall, staring out in awe. So many stars, each with so many planets, each with so many inhabitants. It was mind-boggling, honestly. Michael reflected on the life he'd lived. All the years of training, just to abandon it when it just became important. Michael did regret leaving at times, but looks back to what happened to the Jedi and can only feel relieved that he wasn't there.<br/><br/>It wasn't like his life now wasn't dangerous. Commander of one of the best Marine Divisions, and most recognized ships in the Empire wasn't and easy task. Now, they are on their way to Naboo in an attempt to take out CIS Communications there and pave way for the Imperial 6th Fleet to move in and take down the Sepratists. It was dangerous, but Michael and his crew were probably the best suited to do this. As Michael stared out into the endless expanse of space, he heard footsteps behind him. ""Come to watch the stars?"" asked a woman's voice, in a British accent.<br/><br/>Michael turned to see one of the most beautiful woman he had ever seen. She had beautiful black hair and grey eyes, let alone a spectacular body. She smiled at Michael and approached, her eyes at the starry scene. ""I'm Miranda Lawson. I don't think we've met"". She put her hand out. Michael shook her hand.<br/><br/>""We picked you up on... Tatooine, right? You were an Imperial Agent?"" Michael asked.<br/>""A member of the Imperial Defense Agency. Tasked with taking down Jabba and keeping the CIS out of the system"". Michael nodded in response.<br/>""I'm Commander Wolfe, Captain of this ship"". She laughed.<br/>""I know, sir. You're pretty popular among some of our Admirals""<br/>""Really?""<br/>""Sure. Your Marines are the best out there, as is your ship"". Michael smiled and finished with a nod. He couldn't explain it, but he could feel some sort of connection with Miranda that he couldn't explain. He felt so odd, but so good at the same time. He smiled at her.<br/><br/>""What brings you on the Normandy?"" he asked. She bit her lip a little bit.<br/>""That's classified, Commander. Sorry"". She began to leave the room, and Michael couldn't helped but stare..."
9557,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=350,2014-12-13T16:26:00,Nation of cool guys,"Grand Admiral Thrawn was reading reports from the local Imperial Fleets. He was surprised when he noted Michael Wolfe, Commander of 29th Imperial Marines, was nearby. He decided to contact him.<br/><br/>Thrawn's comms officer nodded when the channel was open.<br/><br/>""Commander Wolfe, I am Grand Admiral Thrawn. I see you're currently over Naboo. I am curious, what is your mission and do you require assistance?"""
9558,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=350,2014-12-13T16:48:00,The NAR,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nation of cool guys <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22785701#p22785701"">wrote</a>:</cite>Grand Admiral Thrawn was reading reports from the local Imperial Fleets. He was surprised when he noted Michael Wolfe, Commander of 29th Imperial Marines, was nearby. He decided to contact him.<br/><br/>Thrawn's comms officer nodded when the channel was open. <br/><br/>""Commander Wolfe, I am Grand Admiral Thrawn. I see you're currently over Naboo. I am curious, what is your mission and do you require assistance?""</div></blockquote><br/>Specialist Trainior called Michael down to the CIC. ""Commander, you have a transmission from Grand Admiral Thrawn"". Michael nodded. ""Put him through""<br/><br/><br/>""This is Commander Wolfe, Captain of the Normandy. My current orders are to disable CIS Comms on Naboo and clear way for an Assault. However, getting on planet would be a problem, despite the advanced Stealth Systems inboard. Assistance would be appreciated, sir"""
9559,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=350,2014-12-13T16:58:00,Nation of cool guys,"<blockquote><div><cite>The NAR <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22785961#p22785961"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Nation of cool guys <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22785701#p22785701"">wrote</a>:</cite>Grand Admiral Thrawn was reading reports from the local Imperial Fleets. He was surprised when he noted Michael Wolfe, Commander of 29th Imperial Marines, was nearby. He decided to contact him.<br/><br/>Thrawn's comms officer nodded when the channel was open. <br/><br/>""Commander Wolfe, I am Grand Admiral Thrawn. I see you're currently over Naboo. I am curious, what is your mission and do you require assistance?""</div></blockquote><br/>Specialist Trainior called Michael down to the CIC. ""Commander, you have a transmission from Grand Admiral Thrawn"". Michael nodded. ""Put him through""<br/><br/><br/>""This is Commander Wolfe, Captain of the Normandy. My current orders are to disable CIS Comms on Naboo and clear way for an Assault. However, getting on planet would be a problem, despite the advanced Stealth Systems inboard. Assistance would be appreciated, sir""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Thrawn nodded. ""I'll bring my fleet in to give you some cover. We should be there within an hour.""<br/>Thrawn ended the communication and ordered the fleet to prepare for a jump.<br/>However, this time Thrawn left 3/4ths of his Mandator-Is and IIs to guard Kuat against any attack."
9560,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=350,2014-12-13T16:59:00,Nation of cool guys,"<blockquote><div><cite>Capsland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22784915#p22784915"">wrote</a>:</cite>Darth Zonus opened his eyes, getting out of his meditation. ""I have his location, master. He is on a trading world."" Zonus got up and turned to Thrawn. ""With your permission. I would like to engage the Jedi myself. There are some... personal issues I need to resolve. If anything happens I shall contact you"" Zonus waited for Thrawn's reply.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Thrawn nodded reluctantly. ""Very well."" he said. ""But you're no use to the Empire dead"""
9561,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=350,2014-12-13T17:12:00,Capsland,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nation of cool guys <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22786105#p22786105"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Capsland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22784915#p22784915"">wrote</a>:</cite>Darth Zonus opened his eyes, getting out of his meditation. ""I have his location, master. He is on a trading world."" Zonus got up and turned to Thrawn. ""With your permission. I would like to engage the Jedi myself. There are some... personal issues I need to resolve. If anything happens I shall contact you"" Zonus waited for Thrawn's reply.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Thrawn nodded reluctantly. ""Very well."" he said. ""But you're no use to the Empire dead""</div></blockquote><br/>""Oh I assure you, that Jedi doesn't have the will power to kill me."" Zonus walked down to the Hangar and got into a modified TIE Fighter. He zoomed out of the hangar and watched Thrawn's fleet exit to hyperspace. ""Time to get you... Kyle"" Zonus pressed a few buttons and zipped into hyperspace, headed to Cosmos' co-ordinates."
9562,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=350,2014-12-13T17:21:00,The NAR,"When the Communication was closed, Michael opened up the Galaxy Map. More specifically, the map of the system. The Normandy had some of the best Stealth Technology in the Empire, so they picked up nearly every CIS ship within the system. There were thousands of them, many clustered around Naboo. Just looking at it, Michael knew that this was going to be tough. Then Joker, the ship's pilot, came on over the ship's comm.<br/><br/>""Commander, we are coming withing detection limits"".<br/><br/>""Roger that. EDI, put the Normandy in Stealth Mode"" Michael said. A woman's voice came over the comm.<br/><br/>""The Normandy's Stealth Drive has been activated. No Separatist Sensors will have any visual on the ship"".<br/><br/>Michael then got on the ship's comm and began to relay a message. ""All Marines with a role in the mission, report to the lower deck for arming, and prepare to board the shuttle"". Soon later, Marines began to board the elevator and arm themselves for war.<br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://fc03.deviantart.net/fs70/f/2012/231/c/9/alliance_marine__mass_effect__by_fonteart-d5bp6d9.jpg""/><br/><br/>Wolfe's Marines"
9563,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=350,2014-12-13T19:16:00,The United Empire of Exucular,"A feeling of uneasiness came over Cosmos as he made his way through the market. He had just landed at this trading world less than an hour ago. Though the market was bustling the planet itself was sparsely populated. A settlement here and there dotted the surface. Cosmos looking around realized that the presence of the Empire wasn't that noticeable. Only a propaganda poster every view walls could be seen. Sitting down at a local establishment he watched a feed of the holonet along with several others. The recent occupation of Naboo and the attack on Kuat were top stories. Those around him were whispering about the latest events. His Jedi enhanced hearing could pick up what they were talking about. Most of them were worried about the Separatists since they had just struck in the Core Worlds. Cosmos could understand their worry. Actually Kyle himself was worried. The Force was warning him of something coming, something close."
9564,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=350,2014-12-13T20:11:00,Capsland,"Darth Zonus came out of hyperspace to this small planet. ""No wonder why this isnt on the Star map... it's useless"" Zonus approached the town in which Cosmos' co-ordinates were. He could feel his presence within the town. His modified TIE Fighter entered stealth mode and landed in the outskirts. Darth Zonus then hopped out of the ship and walked to the small town. He walked through the street with his cloak up and his hood down, blending into the crowds, moving closer to his target. He reached a cantina and sat by a table in the corner. He knew that the Jedi would soon present himself, if not in person then through the force."
9565,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=350,2014-12-13T21:27:00,The NAR,"Michael and his 12 men were all fully armed and ready for war. Their weapons were cocked and ready, and morale soared. Just as the men were ready to board the shuttles, Shepard gathered them together.<br/><br/>""Today, is the day that will decide the fate of the people of Naboo. We have a choice... order and peace, or chaos and destruction. Today will decide the fate of the Imperial Honor. Don't waver, just do your jobs"". The men began to enter the shuttles, and Michael turned to see Miranda walking over to him wearing Imperial Officer's Armor.<br/><br/>""Miss Lawson, you aren't on the roster for this mission"" he said.<br/><br/>""Command says otherwise..."" she teased as she boarded the ship.<br/><br/>""Commander"" said Joker over the Comm. ""The Normandy has bypassed the CIS Defenses and is withing it's atmoshere. I'll return to orbit when you dispatch"". Michael proceeded to board the shuttle"
9566,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=350,2014-12-13T21:57:00,Nation of cool guys,"With a flash of light, Thrawn's fleet exited Hyperspace over Naboo. ""Ah, just as expected. All vessels prepare to fire, shields up.""<br/><br/>Leading the fleet was one Mandator-II Star Dreadnought, flanked by several Imperial-I class Star Destroyers on each side. The Executor-class Super Star Destroyer brought up the middle of the fleet, and the Mandalorian dreadnoughts and battleships brought up the sides."
9567,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=350,2014-12-13T22:57:00,Pantorrum,"The fleet protecting Naboo was quite large, formidable enough to hold out.<br/>On the ground, a tactical droid contacted command.<br/>""Command, this is T-113. A hostile invasion for has attacked Naboo. Requesting immediate assistance.""<br/><br/>The request immediately chimed in on Grievous' communicator.<br/>""Ready a fleet, Commander. Set a course for Naboo."" He coughed, turning to look out into space.<br/>30 Munificent Frigates, 15 Techno Union Frigates, 3 Lukrehulks Class Carriers, 10 Recusant Destroyers, and one Providence Battleship/Carrier jumped to light speed. When they arrived, the Imperial Fleet would be enveloped in the offensive.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, Grievous had placed an order to rebuild his lost beauty. The Malevolence and all of its greatness was now under construction, and once complete, would serve as Grievous' flagship until he finally crushes the puny Imperial scum..."
9568,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=350,2014-12-13T23:15:00,The United Empire of Exucular,"<blockquote><div><cite>Capsland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22788408#p22788408"">wrote</a>:</cite>Darth Zonus came out of hyperspace to this small planet. ""No wonder why this isnt on the Star map... it's useless"" Zonus approached the town in which Cosmos' co-ordinates were. He could feel his presence within the town. His modified TIE Fighter entered stealth mode and landed in the outskirts. Darth Zonus then hopped out of the ship and walked to the small town. He walked through the street with his cloak up and his hood down, blending into the crowds, moving closer to his target. He reached a cantina and sat by a table in the corner. He knew that the Jedi would soon present himself, if not in person then through the force.</div></blockquote><br/>Cosmos could feel Darth Zonus as he moved closer and closer to him. The Force was warning him of his proximity. Sipping his drink he looked towards the entrance and watched as a cloaked figure entered the cantina. Reopening his connection with Zonus he invited him over.<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">I see you Zonus, care to join me for a drink?</span>""<br/><br/>With a single motion he made the chair in front of him scoot out a bit for the Sith Lord."
9569,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=350,2014-12-14T00:45:00,Unified Imperial States,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pantorrum <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22790137#p22790137"">wrote</a>:</cite>The fleet protecting Naboo was quite large, formidable enough to hold out. <br/>On the ground, a tactical droid contacted command. <br/>""Command, this is T-113. A hostile invasion for has attacked Naboo. Requesting immediate assistance.""<br/><br/>The request immediately chimed in on Grievous' communicator. <br/>""Ready a fleet, Commander. Set a course for Naboo."" He coughed, turning to look out into space. <br/>30 Munificent Frigates, 15 Techno Union Frigates, 3 Lukrehulks Class Carriers, 10 Recusant Destroyers, and one Providence Battleship/Carrier jumped to light speed. When they arrived, the Imperial Fleet would be enveloped in the offensive. <br/><br/>Meanwhile, Grievous had placed an order to rebuild his lost beauty. The Malevolence and all of its greatness was now under construction, and once complete, would serve as Grievous' flagship until he finally crushes the puny Imperial scum...</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Valarn had the Exilis make a jump to Naboo as well. No use sitting in orbit above Neimoidia, doing nothing.<br/><br/>""I want all forward torpedoes primed and ready for use. We're going to test our cloaking abilities to the maximum."""
9570,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=350,2014-12-14T06:21:00,The NAR,"Two Imperial Shuttles closed in on a massive forcefield, with a giant antennae inside. Michael got on the Comm Systems. ""Alright men. That is our target. Droids can't use normal Comms because of their upgraded systems. Therefor, they rely on things like this to communicate across planet and up into orbit. If we take out this comm, the droids will only be able to communicate in small pockets. They'll be weak, scattered, and we'll have the upper hand. So let's get it done! Oohrah!"".<br/><br/>The shuttles came to a halt in the long grasses of Naboo, still undetected by the CIS. They moved foreward, ready to fight. ""Admiral, we're on the ground. ETA 5 minutes. Good luck up there, Admiral"".<br/><br/>A few minutes of walking, and they approached the entrance to what looked like a bunker, guarded by two Droids. They were easily taken down, and the team moved foreword, Miranda included. They proceeded to clear out the bunker and gain access to the facility..."
9571,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=350,2014-12-14T06:57:00,Ancian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Unified Imperial States <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22790890#p22790890"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pantorrum <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22790137#p22790137"">wrote</a>:</cite>The fleet protecting Naboo was quite large, formidable enough to hold out. <br/>On the ground, a tactical droid contacted command <img alt="":twisted:"" src=""./images/smilies/icon_twisted.gif"" title=""Twisted Evil""/> . <br/>""Command, this is T-113. A hostile invasion for has attacked Naboo. Requesting immediate assistance.""<br/><br/>The request immediately chimed in on Grievous' communicator. <br/>""Ready a fleet, Commander. Set a course for Naboo."" He coughed, turning to look out into space. <br/>30 Munificent Frigates, 15 Techno Union Frigates, 3 Lukrehulks Class Carriers, 10 Recusant Destroyers, and one Providence Battleship/Carrier jumped to light speed. When they arrived, the Imperial Fleet would be enveloped in the offensive. <br/><br/>Meanwhile, Grievous had placed an order to rebuild his lost beauty. The Malevolence and all of its greatness was now under construction, and once complete, would serve as Grievous' flagship until he finally crushes the puny Imperial scum...</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Valarn had the Exilis make a jump to Naboo as well. No use sitting in orbit above Neimoidia, doing nothing.<br/><br/>""I want all forward torpedoes primed and ready for use. We're going to test our cloaking abilities to the maximum.""</div></blockquote><br/>Kiel stopped his Jedi rant and quickly raced out to get his kit on. In 2 minutes flat he was in full Alpha ARC captain armor with a minutes worth of flamethrower on the left forearm and 2 wrist rockets and a vibroblade on the right forearm and gauntlet. He grabbed his DC-17, Opened coms with Valarn, and sprinted toward his cloaked shethipede shuttle. If I need to land,he thought, I can kill all the invaders, I was the republics best...now I'll be the seps...."
9572,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=350,2014-12-14T07:44:00,Capsland,"<blockquote><div><cite>The United Empire of Exucular <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22790259#p22790259"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Capsland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22788408#p22788408"">wrote</a>:</cite>Darth Zonus came out of hyperspace to this small planet. ""No wonder why this isnt on the Star map... it's useless"" Zonus approached the town in which Cosmos' co-ordinates were. He could feel his presence within the town. His modified TIE Fighter entered stealth mode and landed in the outskirts. Darth Zonus then hopped out of the ship and walked to the small town. He walked through the street with his cloak up and his hood down, blending into the crowds, moving closer to his target. He reached a cantina and sat by a table in the corner. He knew that the Jedi would soon present himself, if not in person then through the force.</div></blockquote><br/>Cosmos could feel Darth Zonus as he moved closer and closer to him. The Force was warning him of his proximity. Sipping his drink he looked towards the entrance and watched as a cloaked figure entered the cantina. Reopening his connection with Zonus he invited him over.<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">I see you Zonus, care to join me for a drink?</span>""<br/><br/>With a single motion he made the chair in front of him scoot out a bit for the Sith Lord.</div></blockquote><br/>Darth Zonus smiled. '<span style=""font-style: italic"">You are extremely friendly for someone who's about to die</span>' Darth Zonus got up from his chair and approached Cosmos. he sat down beside him, with his hood down and not looking at Cosmos he began to talk. ""You have something of mine, I would like it back."""
9573,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=350,2014-12-14T08:11:00,Draica,"""A hostile invasion of Naboo?!"" San hill shouted as he heard the communication get exchanged. The Seperatists all gasped as they heard this, the one who was the most surprised was Viceroy Gunray himself. The Viceroy got up and walked over to his communicator and contacted General griveous, folding both of his arms elequently under his robes.<br/><br/>""General,"" The Viceroy said, ""I hope your fleet is enroute to Naboo. San Hill is currently on there, and if he falls our influence over the Intergalactic banking system fails!"" He yelled.<br/>Ventress, overhearing this transmission walked over to the walker and smiled, ""Do not worry, Viceroy,"" She assured him, ""Chairman hill will be alright, we will not let anything happen to him.."" she said."
9574,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=350,2014-12-14T08:12:00,The NAR,"Inside the bunker, the fighting was brutal. It was very close-quarters, which meant your own bullets could kill a teammate if you so much as breathe to heavy. The Marines cut down the Droids with valiance, but that didn't mean there weren't casualties. Sergeant Baker was shot in the throat by a Super Battle Droid... died instantly. The team didn't stop, though they wanted to. It took about 7 minutes to clear the bunker and establish a defensive position. 2 Marines took position with HMGs at the main door, while Michael and the rest of the team advanced across the open terrain towards the Antennae.<br/><br/>They came under heavy fire from a platoon of droids who seemed more battle-hardened than the rest, and personally lost 2 men in the charge. Michael and the men took position behind a non-activated tank and began to return fire when they watched 3 giant Separatist Cruisers descend from the sky. Michael seemed mesmerized, but needed to shake it off. He turned to Miranda, who was right next to him. ""Hop in that tank and suppress that nest of Droids!"". She nodded and jumped in. The tank then lifted off the ground and began to fire at the area surrounding the antennae. Then the ships began to fire at the Marines.<br/><br/>The rounds passed through the shield and came barreling towards the men, exploding very close to them and uprooting dirt, making it fly into the air. A massive barrage hit, and Michael began to yell orders.<br/><br/>""Push forward! Get out of the open! MOVE!"". As they ran, Michael got a link with Admiral Thrawn. ""Admiral!"" he yelled as a shell blasted him off his feet. He coughed up the dirt and continued to limp foreword. ""We have 3 Separatist Cruisers engaged on us! Mission perimeters are the same but we need you to take off some of the heat!"". He shut it off and ran foreword, towards the Antennae. He turned to look at the tank, and that's when fire erupt from behind it, and it crashed onto it's side, flaming. Michael's eyes widened and he darted towards the tank, rounds exploding all around him. They were so loud, all he could hear was white noise.<br/><br/>When he arrived, he tried to rip open the door, but couldn't. One of the rounds was bound to hit him any time now. He focused all of his energy, all of his essence, on that door. Summoning powers that would probably alert every Force-Sensitive for lightyears, he ripped off the door. Michael stumbled in, grabbing an unconscious and bloody Miranda and running out with her in his arms. But it was too late... as he turned his head to the ships, he saw thousands of lasers flying straight for them. He closed his eyes, awaiting death...<br/><br/>But it never came...<br/><br/>He opened his eyes to see the rounds suspended in the air, slightly moving in place. His body ached as this happened, and he knew it was him. He put almost everything left into pushing the lasers foreword, and they began to crash into the ships as a now very weak Michael ran to their lines, where the Marines had begun to plant the bomb."
9575,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=350,2014-12-14T08:46:00,Pantorrum,"A massive army of 3,000 B1 Battle droids arrived on scene. They marched forward, firing thousands of laser shots toward the Marines. STAP's flew over head, firing down on them. Vulture droids opened fire on enemy positions as well.<br/>The Marines would see that 5 Droideka's were on their tail, opening up and activating their shields. They fired into the enemy force.<br/><br/>Ground based ION cannons fired toward the enemy ships in orbit.<br/><br/>Grievous' fleet snapped out of Hyperspace behind the Imperials. They focused all fire on the enemy engines and life support systems.<br/>Grievous issued a general order.<br/>""Intensify forward fire power! Concentrate fire on the Imperial Super Star Destroyer and Mandator vessel..."" He coughed, as he turned to Gunray.<br/>""The situation is under control, Viceroy. My forces have arrived and the Imperial Fleet is surrounded. Their only hope is to call in forces from Kuat, which will leave the planet vulnerable to my Armada.""<br/><br/>8 C-9979 Droid Landing ships departed from the Lukrehulk Carriers, under heavy fighter escort. They flew below the combat, making way for the Comm Array. Even if the enemy succeded, they would never make it off the planet alive unless they left now...over 16,000 more troops would soon arrive and solidify the Separatist victory."
9576,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=350,2014-12-14T10:28:00,Republic of Vectors,"Because of their isolation, it took longer for the information to reach the Governor, but after he heard it it only took a few minutes to scramble his fleet in orbit and they slave jumped into Hyperspace towards Naboo.<br/><br/>""This will be our destiny! This will define who we are and what we stand for!"" The Governor himself laughed out, almost with a hint of madness in his voice.<br/>""Have our shields activated and well rounded, we dont know what we are up against. Prepare our starship fighters and have our space droids ready to deploy.""<br/><br/>Twenty five Villiant Entente warships broke out of Hyperspace over Naboo. Less than fifteen kilometers to their left, a fleet had just begun firing on the one conducting the assault.<br/><br/>""Here we go!"" The Governor shouted to his mostly droid crew. Fire your broadsides onto the rear fleet!""<br/><br/>The Villiant Entente warships, three Imperial I star destroyers as cannon fodder, ten Imperial II star destroyers, one active Interdictor class destroyer, four carriers, four cruisers and four frigates, all engaged the separatist fleet from the side. Assault concussion missiles and torpedo's flew from their bays while both droid star fighters and manned fighters flew from the hangers in dozens. A shotgun like device propelled hundreds of buzz droids towards the Seperatist fleet and a battalion of B1 battle droids equipped with jetpacks flew off towards the ships, laden with heavy blasters and explosives.<br/><br/>While the first volley left the chamber, the Governor was in the bridge laughing crazily for everyone to hear."
9577,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=350,2014-12-14T10:52:00,Unified Imperial States,"The Exilis arrived in the system a bit further out from the battle. ""Sir, there's what appears to be Imperial ships attacking the fleet, but their tactics don't match Imperial doctrines"", Valarn's droid commander reported. ""Cloak"", Valarn simply said, and the Exilis disappeared from plain view, as well as most sensors. ""Is there an Interdictor in the fleet?"" he questioned. The commander spent a moment, sifting through the vessels. ""Yes, Lieutenant. One Interdictor."" Valarn thought to himself for a moment, wondering where this fleet came from. ""Move use close to the Interdictor, and prepare a volley of the forward torpedoes."""
9578,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=350,2014-12-14T11:04:00,The NAR,"""CLEAR THE BLAST RADIUS!!! GO GO GO!!!""<br/><br/>With Miranda in his arms, Michael darted away from the comm tower alongside the rest of the Marines as shells were still crashing down into the ground, knocking people off their feet and onto the ground. ""Into the bunker!"" yelled a Marine. As the door closed, Michael watched the fire erupt from the Comm Tower, and speed towards them at. The door closed, and the bunker began to rumble as the lights shut off.<br/><br/>For the CIS, all Ships in Naboo's Orbit would lose all Comms, as well as troops on the ground"
9579,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=350,2014-12-14T11:32:00,The United Empire of Exucular,"<blockquote><div><cite>Capsland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22792558#p22792558"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The United Empire of Exucular <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22790259#p22790259"">wrote</a>:</cite>Cosmos could feel Darth Zonus as he moved closer and closer to him. The Force was warning him of his proximity. Sipping his drink he looked towards the entrance and watched as a cloaked figure entered the cantina. Reopening his connection with Zonus he invited him over.<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">I see you Zonus, care to join me for a drink?</span>""<br/><br/>With a single motion he made the chair in front of him scoot out a bit for the Sith Lord.</div></blockquote><br/>Darth Zonus smiled. '<span style=""font-style: italic"">You are extremely friendly for someone who's about to die</span>' Darth Zonus got up from his chair and approached Cosmos. he sat down beside him, with his hood down and not looking at Cosmos he began to talk. ""You have something of mine, I would like it back.""</div></blockquote><br/>Reaching at his waist he unclipped the lightsaber of the Sith Lords former master. For a moment Cosmos held the item in his hand studying it. A second later he placed the object down in front of the Zonus. Cosmos spoke quietly towards him.<br/><br/>""That is a weapon of a Jedi Master. In fact he served on the High Council before Palpatine issued Order 66. Why is it you want it so much?"""
9580,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=350,2014-12-14T12:04:00,Ancian,"<blockquote><div><cite>The NAR <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22794003#p22794003"">wrote</a>:</cite>""CLEAR THE BLAST RADIUS!!! GO GO GO!!!""<br/><br/>With Miranda in his arms, Michael darted away from the comm tower alongside the rest of the Marines as shells were still crashing down into the ground, knocking people off their feet and onto the ground. ""Into the bunker!"" yelled a Marine. As the door closed, Michael watched the fire erupt from the Comm Tower, and speed towards them at. The door closed, and the bunker began to rumble as the lights shut off.<br/><br/>For the CIS, all Ships in Naboo's Orbit would lose all Comms, as well as troops on the ground</div></blockquote>He had private coms but that didnt help his reception any he thought. He was speeding in his cloaked shethipede shuttle towards a rather large explosion on the surface, Glimmick music playing in the cockpit, he prepared to enter orbit. He new a large amount of droids was near, so he didn't<span style=""font-style: italic"">have</span>to go to the surface but....well, he wanted to get some action, his official excuse was to ensure their victory.... He checked his vibroblade, flamethrower, and wrist rockets....they appeared operational. He took a deep breath. ""Try not to leave me ner'vod"", he said as he comed Valarn.... He was slightly worried it didn't get through... But...it probably did. His life depended on it."
9581,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=350,2014-12-14T12:51:00,Alouite,"<blockquote><div><cite>The NAR <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22794003#p22794003"">wrote</a>:</cite>""CLEAR THE BLAST RADIUS!!! GO GO GO!!!""<br/><br/>With Miranda in his arms, Michael darted away from the comm tower alongside the rest of the Marines as shells were still crashing down into the ground, knocking people off their feet and onto the ground. ""Into the bunker!"" yelled a Marine. As the door closed, Michael watched the fire erupt from the Comm Tower, and speed towards them at. The door closed, and the bunker began to rumble as the lights shut off.<br/><br/>For the CIS, all Ships in Naboo's Orbit would lose all Comms, as well as troops on the ground</div></blockquote><br/>That was when Jonis caught up with the forces there. He said, ""Sorry, I got caught up a little. But now I am ready to help. What is the situation at hand?"" Jonis had long served the empire now. He wanted to prove himself so he could climb the ranks quickly, and service on Naboo could let him begin his ascent."
9582,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=375,2014-12-14T12:58:00,Pantorrum,"Grievous' fleet prepared to counter the freshly arrived fleet. His guns continued to fire on the enemy fleet, but he called for reinforcements keep the new fleet at bay. Munificent Frigates pointed upward, and fired on the enemy forces from below with their heavy turbolasers. Torpedoes sped in all directions, along with Diamond Boron Missiles and Concussion Missiles.<br/>The enemies missiles struck the hull of multiple vessels, but few ships lost their key systems. They returned fire with maximum strength.<br/><br/>On the ground, the 16,000 additional droids landed. In all, 26,000 droids had surrounded the bunker.<br/>Long range communicators were down on the planet below, but in space the ships could communicate very well. Thrawn was encircled, and would have little choice but to retreat or be destroyed soon. The new Imperial Fleet would soon be met with great force as well.<br/>The droids were still able to communicate with droids nearby by, therefor all the droids in Theed were still in range of communicating with each other.<br/>A Lurekhulk which had been part of the planets defensive fleet moved closer to the planet, and away from the combat. In several minutes, it would begin to coordinate communications with its own communicators.<br/><br/>Grievous jumped into his fighter, leaving Ventress and a Tactical Droid in command of the space combat. He flew down toward the ground with lightning speed, landing at the palace in Theed.<br/>He entered, and 4 Magna-Guards followed.<br/>He soon found San Hill, and approached him.<br/>""Chairman Hill, I am taking over here.""<br/>He turned to a commander droid, who spoke in the stereotypical droid voice.<br/>""Sir, all long range comms are down. We are in the dark here.""<br/>""I have taken care of that. A Lukrehulk Carrier will coon have communications back up."" He coughed, before issuing an order.<br/>""Activate all droids and send them to defensive positions in the palace and alert all forces int eh city. No one is taking this planet without the Capital. And we need not worry about the rest, as droid armies are everywhere.""<br/>He face San Hill.<br/>""What is the status on the Gungan army? Have you destroyed it yet?""<br/><br/>Indeed, unbeknownst to Grievous, the Aqua Droids had arrested all Gungan citizens and slaughtered nearly all of their pathetic army."
9583,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=375,2014-12-14T13:20:00,Ancian,"Kiel landed on the fringe of the massive droid army around the bunker. He made his way to the front of the group. He put His helmet on speaker phone, ""This is Captain Kiel of the separatist army can I talk to the man in charge of this army of 26,000 surrounding a small bunker?"" He switched of speakerphone wondering why they didn't all just fire at the bunker. His scar on his cheek pulsed slightly from the yelling...it was still somewhat recent...."
9584,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=375,2014-12-14T13:22:00,The NAR,"""This is Wolfe!"" Michael yelled into his Comm. ""EDI! I need heavy weapons assistance. All targets around the bunker are HOSTILE! FIRE AT WILL!""<br/><br/>From the sky, massive shells began to rain onto the droid armies as the Normandy approached for Extraction..."
9585,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=375,2014-12-14T13:36:00,Ancian,"<blockquote><div><cite>The NAR <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22795450#p22795450"">wrote</a>:</cite>""This is Wolfe!"" Michael yelled into his Comm. ""EDI! I need heavy weapons assistance. All targets around the bunker are HOSTILE! FIRE AT WILL!""<br/><br/>From the sky, massive shells began to rain onto the droid armies as the Normandy approached for Extraction...</div></blockquote><br/>Alpha ARC 19,Kiel, looked into the sky....shab, he thought, he sprinted to cover and watched droids get turned into scrap...all the while with his wrist rockets and DC17 trained in the entrance."
9586,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=375,2014-12-14T13:40:00,The NAR,"The Marines charged out, guns blazing, cutting down the droids as the Normandy continued to fire. Michael still held an unconscious Miranda, but continued foreword as the Normandy approached.<br/><br/>In space, the Imperial 6th Fleet (or whatever) blasted into Naboo's Orbit, flanking the Separatist fleet. Millions of shuttles descended to the surface as Imperial Naval Forces engaged the CIS Fleets"
9587,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=375,2014-12-14T13:50:00,Ancian,"<blockquote><div><cite>The NAR <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22795689#p22795689"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Marines charged out, guns blazing, cutting down the droids as the Normandy continued to fire. Michael still held an unconscious Miranda, but continued foreword as the Normandy approached. <br/><br/>In space, the Imperial 6th Fleet (or whatever) blasted <img alt="":oops:"" src=""./images/smilies/icon_redface.gif"" title=""Embarrassed""/> into Naboo's Orbit, flanking the Separatist fleet. Millions of shuttles descended to the surface as Imperial Naval Forces engaged the CIS Fleets</div></blockquote><br/>Kiel fired both his rockets at them and laid down fire from his DC17 with the skill of a professional. Fully aware he may have met them, but at the moment not caring. They weren't his alpha ARC brothers. Them or him. He comed the fleet in orbit and the capital city Theed. ""We need reinforcements at these coordinates!"" He hoped they arrived in time..."
9588,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=375,2014-12-14T14:04:00,The NAR,"The Normandy grounded about a hundred yards away, and the cargo bay door opened, releasing Marines armed with heavy weapons. Michael and the Marines avoided countless rockets and bullets, but fragments hit them. ""Surface to 6th Fleet! This is Commander Wolfe. I need a full napalm of my immediate area in 30 seconds!!"". They ran, faster and faster as their lives depended on it. Then he was hit. Michael crashed onto the ground with Miranda as the bullets whizzed over their heads. He stood and fired, but his leg burned. He once again grabbed Miranda and proceeded to board the ship."
9589,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=375,2014-12-14T14:11:00,Republic of Vectors,"The three Imperial I class star destroyers took heavy damage. The heavy shields and armour paid off, as they continued to shoot underpowered weapons at the Separatists. The shields were all destroyed, it was only a matter of seconds before the hulls would break apart.<br/><br/>The lower hulls of several warships were heavily damaged from the lower assault, but still held as the well rounded shields prevented catastrophic damage. Several cruisers tilted and descended to engage the Munificent Frigates.<br/><br/>Behind the fodder ships, lightly damaged capital ships continued to launch weapons at the separatists. The buzz droids propelled themselves onto ships that had their shields weak enough to pass through and wrecked havoc onto the sensors and weapon pods.<br/><br/>The star fighters engaged the separatist fleet, more than 40 fighters bombarded the ships with proton torpedoes and turbo-lasers. The small force of bomber swooped to the planets surface to attack whatever the Separatist fleet had deployed. Apparently it was a huge pile of battle droids, as column upon column advanced onto an establishment. The bombers were going to have fun.<br/><br/>The hundreds of battle droids flying around swarmed the smaller ships of the fleet, pelting the weaker ships with annoying bolts and explosions. They came in a seemingly endless supply, some would get shot, and dozens more would take their place. Ramming themselves into the viewports of the bridges.<br/><br/><br/>In the command bridge of a capital ship, the Governor got onto the long range communication device.<br/>""Villiant Fleet. This is the Governor. You are cleared for the assault on Kuat."" The navy acknowledged, and started forming battle formations to jump to the less defended shipyard. There were almost one hundred ships of varying sizes readying to jump. The Governor then got onto his ship to ship communicator.<br/>""Take them all out! Use our heavy weaponry!""<br/>The droids on the bridge looked at each other, shrugged their shoulders and launched two dozen large nuclear warheads at the largest Separatist capital ships. The nuclear weapons whizzed around the limping Imperial I's and streaked at blinding speeds towards Grevious's fleet."
9590,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=375,2014-12-14T14:13:00,Ancian,"<blockquote><div><cite>The NAR <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22795940#p22795940"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Normandy grounded about a hundred yards away, and the cargo bay door opened, releasing Marines armed with heavy weapons. Michael and the Marines avoided countless rockets and bullets, but fragments hit them. ""Surface to 6th Fleet! This is Commander Wolfe. I need a full napalm of my immediate area in 30 seconds!!"". They ran, faster and faster as their lives depended on it. Then he was hit. Michael crashed onto the ground with Miranda as the bullets whizzed over their heads. He stood and fired, but his leg burned. He once again grabbed Miranda and proceeded to board the ship.</div></blockquote><br/>Got him, kiel thought. His grin faded as he saw more reinforcements.... He headed in a full sprint toward His shethipede shuttle a few yards behind him."
9591,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=375,2014-12-14T14:19:00,Pantorrum,"The ship would find itself outgunned, as the massive Lukrehulk came into view.<br/>Thousands of fighters swarmed the battlefield, blasting laser bolts into the hull of their transport. Droid landing craft could be seen descending to the ground, as thousands of more battledroids began to march onto the battlefield. After all, a single Lukrehulk holds enough droids to subjugate and entire planet...<br/><br/>Droids surround the enemy transport, all firing on the running men. Hundreds of thousands of lasers created what was, basically, a wall of energy. Fighters continued their assault, as artillery began to blast the transports and the marines.<br/><br/>In space, the Separatist fleet releases multiple full broadsides, as heavy ground ION cannons fired to destroy enemy shielding and electronics as best as possible. The vessels continued to bombard the enemy fleet with unyielding firepower. Many Fighters used Kamikaze attacks to disable enemy engines and bridges, as well as destroy hangers as best as possible.<br/>The incoming fighters were met with hundreds of Vulture Droids to equally combat them. Torpedoes did damage to some of the vessels, but not enough to render them useless.<br/>The Separatist Fleet had deployed ships, as Grievous demanded, from Neimodia. 2 Dozen more Munificent Frigates and 10 more Recusant destroyers would arrive soon to finished the fight.<br/><br/>Grievous smiled as he looked at the numbers. The Separatist Fleet was larger and better placed, and the ground armies so vast no one could defeat them in a single attack. It would take months of campaigns to wipe out the droid army on this planet alone. His statistics showed that the Empire was outnumbered in the system 70 to 1.<br/><br/>STANDBY FOR EDIT"
9592,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=375,2014-12-14T14:20:00,Alouite,"<blockquote><div><cite>The NAR <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22795940#p22795940"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Normandy grounded about a hundred yards away, and the cargo bay door opened, releasing Marines armed with heavy weapons. Michael and the Marines avoided countless rockets and bullets, but fragments hit them. ""Surface to 6th Fleet! This is Commander Wolfe. I need a full napalm of my immediate area in 30 seconds!!"". They ran, faster and faster as their lives depended on it. Then he was hit. Michael crashed onto the ground with Miranda as the bullets whizzed over their heads. He stood and fired, but his leg burned. He once again grabbed Miranda and proceeded to board the ship.</div></blockquote><br/>Jonis saw Micheal in pain and said, ""Commander, do you need any help. I am with the Empire, sent to assist your unit. A reinforcement. I am Jonis Titane of Mandalore, a sith in training."" He saw the injury on Micheals leg and said, ""This is going to help."" He took out some bacta and sprayed it on his leg. ""Sir, how may I assist you?"""
9593,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=375,2014-12-14T14:32:00,The NAR,"<blockquote><div><cite>Alouite <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22796095#p22796095"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The NAR <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22795940#p22795940"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Normandy grounded about a hundred yards away, and the cargo bay door opened, releasing Marines armed with heavy weapons. Michael and the Marines avoided countless rockets and bullets, but fragments hit them. ""Surface to 6th Fleet! This is Commander Wolfe. I need a full napalm of my immediate area in 30 seconds!!"". They ran, faster and faster as their lives depended on it. Then he was hit. Michael crashed onto the ground with Miranda as the bullets whizzed over their heads. He stood and fired, but his leg burned. He once again grabbed Miranda and proceeded to board the ship.</div></blockquote><br/>Jonis saw Micheal in pain and said, ""Commander, do you need any help. I am with the Empire, sent to assist your unit. A reinforcement. I am Jonis Titane of Mandalore, a sith in training."" He saw the injury on Micheals leg and said, ""This is going to help."" He took out some bacta and sprayed it on his leg. ""Sir, how may I assist you?""</div></blockquote><br/>""Don't give me your fucking life story, just get her on the ship!"". He handed Miranda to the man and continued to fire as the Normandy picked up off the ground."
9594,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=375,2014-12-14T14:37:00,Unified Imperial States,"""Fire!"" Valarn yelled as soon as the Exilis was in range of the Interdictor. The torpedoes launched directly into the bulbous gravity well housings, going through the shields and inflicting massive damage. Whether or not it would be enough to shut it down was unknown to Valarn. The Empire always did tend to add dirty tricks to it's arsenal of ships.<br/><br/>""Lieutenant, ground troops have taken mass causalities from some form of bombardment"", the commander droid reported. ""Source?"", Valarn questioned. ""Unknown, sir. Possibly a stealth vessel within the atmosphere."" Valarn sat thinking in his chair for a moment. Kiel did go down to the planet's surface, he may very well be in danger. ""Take us into the atmosphere"", he ordered.<br/><br/>The Exilis disengaged from the Star Destroyers in orbit, retaining it's cloak and stealth systems. It moved towards the planet, where the Normandy awaited."
9595,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=375,2014-12-14T14:37:00,Alouite,"<blockquote><div><cite>The NAR <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22796257#p22796257"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Alouite <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22796095#p22796095"">wrote</a>:</cite>Jonis saw Micheal in pain and said, ""Commander, do you need any help. I am with the Empire, sent to assist your unit. A reinforcement. I am Jonis Titane of Mandalore, a sith in training."" He saw the injury on Micheals leg and said, ""This is going to help."" He took out some bacta and sprayed it on his leg. ""Sir, how may I assist you?""</div></blockquote><br/>""Don't give me your fucking life story, just get her on the ship!"". He handed Miranda to the man and continued to fire as the Normandy picked up off the ground.</div></blockquote><br/>""Yes Sir. Miranda let's go."" He covered her and began quickly moving toward the ship. He kept his eyes out and used the force to ensure he would be able to protect her to his best ability."
9596,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=375,2014-12-14T14:41:00,The NAR,"The cargo bay door to the Normandy closed, and Michael ran over to Miranda. He got down to feel her pulse. ""She's alive, but needs immediate medical attention. Get her up to the Med Bay!"". Shepard turned to the man that had helped and put his hand out. ""Commander Wolfe, Commander of the 29th Marines, known as the Raiders""."
9597,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=375,2014-12-14T14:42:00,The NAR,"The Normandy blast away as giant lasers began to pound into the droid army, turning the green grass to wastelandish sand and dust as the army was turned to scrap and the Normandy re-entered stealth mode."
9598,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=375,2014-12-14T14:44:00,Capsland,"<blockquote><div><cite>The United Empire of Exucular <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22794247#p22794247"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Capsland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22792558#p22792558"">wrote</a>:</cite>Darth Zonus smiled. '<span style=""font-style: italic"">You are extremely friendly for someone who's about to die</span>' Darth Zonus got up from his chair and approached Cosmos. he sat down beside him, with his hood down and not looking at Cosmos he began to talk. ""You have something of mine, I would like it back.""</div></blockquote><br/>Reaching at his waist he unclipped the lightsaber of the Sith Lords former master. For a moment Cosmos held the item in his hand studying it. A second later he placed the object down in front of the Zonus. Cosmos spoke quietly towards him.<br/><br/>""That is a weapon of a Jedi Master. In fact he served on the High Council before Palpatine issued Order 66. Why is it you want it so much?""</div></blockquote><br/>Zonus grabbed the lightsaber and put it onto his belt. ""I know what it is, Jedi... And I know who's it is. I don't have to justify myself to you."" Zonus got up at looked at the Jedi. ""I didn't come here for the lightsaber alone... I need your head for Thrawn."" Zonus ignited his red and yellow lightsabers and got into a battle stance. People in the cantina all gasped. ""A sith!?!"" ""Oh my..."" The people quickly gathered into a crowd around Cosmos and Zonus. Zonus force pushed Cosmos off his chair.<br/>""Get up and fight me Jedi... So I can kill you once and for all"" A stern look on Zonus' face, his eyes were an even more brighter shade of yellow."
9599,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=375,2014-12-14T14:46:00,Ancian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Unified Imperial States <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22796324#p22796324"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Fire!"" Valarn yelled as soon as the Exilis was in range of the Interdictor. The torpedoes launched directly into the bulbous gravity well housings, going through the shields and inflicting massive damage. Whether or not it would be enough to shut it down was unknown to Valarn. The Empire always did tend to add dirty tricks to it's arsenal of ships.<br/><br/>""Lieutenant, ground troops have taken mass causalities from some form of bombardment"", the commander droid reported. ""Source?"", Valarn questioned. ""Unknown, sir. Possibly a stealth vessel within the atmosphere."" Valarn sat thinking in his chair for a moment. Kiel did go down to the planet's surface, he may very well be in danger. ""Take us into the atmosphere"", he ordered.<br/><br/>The Exilis disengaged from the Star Destroyers in orbit, retaining it's cloak and stealth systems. It moved towards the planet, where the Normandy awaited.</div></blockquote><br/>The shuttle probably saved his life. He had just enough time to dive under it. He looked around confused. Then he saw the wreckage...his shuttle was destroyed...he looked down at his armor...it was black and sticky... He stumbled to his feet, his DC17 still in his hands. At least I'm not hurt he thought.... That's when he felt his ribs....they were broken. He put out his coordinates on all separatist frequencies. He put his back to a rock DC17 pointed straight. He tested his vibroblade on his right gauntlet.... Still worked. Good, he thought, I'll probably need it."
9600,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=375,2014-12-14T14:49:00,Unified Imperial States,"The cloaked Exilis approached the battlefield, where the droid army was getting pounded into submission by capital weaponry.<br/><br/>""Run a scan"", Valarn ordered. ""I want whatever ship that is found."" The bridge crew of droids and living officers worked away, carefully maneuvering the Exilis through the clouds and making constant scans. The droid commander, once again finding something, turned to the Lieutenant. ""Lieutenant, I have an approximate zone where the weapon's fire is coming from. Getting closer might give us a target when they fire."" Valarn nodded. ""Hand the coordinates to navigation and take us in.""<br/><br/>The stealthy Munificent continued to approach the approximate location of the Imperial vessel, where ever it was. Heavy turbo-lasers didn't just blast armies apart out of thin air."
9601,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=375,2014-12-14T14:52:00,The Orson Empire,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Hyperspace, en route to Naboo</span><br/><br/>A large fleet consisting of 10 Imperial I-class Star Destroyers, 10 Venator-class Star Destroyers, 30<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://starwars.wikia.com/wiki/Acclamator_II-class_assault_ship"" rel=""nofollow"">Acclamator II-class assault ships</a>, 30<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://starwars.wikia.com/wiki/Victory_I-class_Star_Destroyer"" rel=""nofollow"">Victory-I Class Star Destroyers</a>, and 60<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://starwars.wikia.com/wiki/Dreadnaught-class_heavy_cruiser"" rel=""nofollow"">Dreadnaught-class heavy cruisers</a>had departed from their base of operations in the Mid Rim and were now nearing Naboo. Fleet Admiral Karl Omega, who was leading the fleet, had been ordered to respond to General Grievous's attack on Naboo with a large amount of ships, in hopes of killing or capturing Grievous once and for all, and partly because his fleet was already close to the action.<br/><br/>Karl sat on the bridge of his capital ship, the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Repulsor</span>, which was an Imperial-I class Star Destroyer. As he watched his ship go through the blue tunnel of hyperspace outside, he contemplated the upcoming battle. He was hoping to destroy Grievous personally, something he had dreamed of ever since his first days as a Jedi General during the Clone Wars. He would use the Force to guide him to victory during this battle.<br/><br/>His meditation was disturbed by a nearby officer. ""Sir, we are preparing to jump out of hyperspace,"" the officer said.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Naboo: Orbit</span><br/><br/>The large fleet then jumped out of hyperspace right behind General Grievous's fleet. The Dreadnaught cruisers and the Acclamators were in the front of the fleet, as they were meant to act as cannon fodder and shield the other ships from attack. The fleet had jumped right into the action, as they witnessed dozens of ships blasting the living hell out of each other.<br/><br/>Karl acted quickly. ""I want the fleet to split into two groups,"" he ordered over his com-link. ""Each group will flank Grievous's fleet on both sides and quickly overwhelm it. Do not attack the surface of the planet yet- we will deal with their ground forces later. Right now, Grievous's fleet is of paramount concern.""<br/><br/>The rest of the fleet followed Karl's orders. As the fleet split into two groups, TIE Fighters and TIE Bombers began to deploy."
9602,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=375,2014-12-14T15:04:00,Nation of cool guys,"Over Naboo, Thrawn's fleet was still brawling with the Separatists. The Lucrehulks were causing problems, but compared to a Mandator they were undergunned.<br/>The Executor-class Star Dreadnought was wreaking havoc on the nearest Lucrehulk and on the Munificents firing on the fleet from below.<br/><br/>Thrawn breathed a sigh of relief when he saw Imperial reinforcements arrive.<br/>Spar, who decided he has had enough waiting around, brought in his small armada of Dreadnoughts who had been waiting in the rear into the fray.<br/><br/>They streamed out below the main fleet and fired their masses of point defense cannons into the clouds of Vulture Droids and other fighters, while the Imperial-class Star Destroyers, backed by Victory, Venator, and Aclamators brought up the attack behind the Mandators and Executor"
9603,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=375,2014-12-14T15:06:00,Pantorrum,"Grievous fleet was now flanked, but not for long. The reinforcements intended to outflank the other fresh Imperial Fleet arrived int system behind the newest Imperial Fleet. After receiving orders, the commenced firing on the enemy engines and shield generators.<br/>Hundreds of Fighters swarmed the new fleet as well, as some ships turned to face them. The others continued their flanking assault on Thrawn. With the fresh ships, Grievous still had the upper hand.<br/><br/>He watched the hologram from Theed.<br/>""Imperial scum, my fleet will not be defeated. All but one of your fleets is now flanked, not to mention the Separatist blockade which has been here since the first invasion days ago. You will have no chance...""<br/><br/>The Separatist were not willing to lose Naboo, thus should Grievous lose his forces, it would not be long until another fleet arrived. That was unlikely, though. The Empire had funneled a massive portion of their naval assets into Naboo now. After the ground was secured, Grievous would call in his forces over Neimodia...after that, the Empire would learn to be a little more Conservative with how many ships they allow to be sent...<br/>It was truly sad that the imperials could not see the overwhelming chance of defeat. Over 300 ships were a couple systems over at Neimodia. All it took was a single order..."
9604,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=375,2014-12-14T15:09:00,The United Empire of Exucular,"<blockquote><div><cite>Capsland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22796416#p22796416"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The United Empire of Exucular <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22794247#p22794247"">wrote</a>:</cite>Reaching at his waist he unclipped the lightsaber of the Sith Lords former master. For a moment Cosmos held the item in his hand studying it. A second later he placed the object down in front of the Zonus. Cosmos spoke quietly towards him.<br/><br/>""That is a weapon of a Jedi Master. In fact he served on the High Council before Palpatine issued Order 66. Why is it you want it so much?""</div></blockquote><br/>Zonus grabbed the lightsaber and put it onto his belt. ""I know what it is, Jedi... And I know who's it is. I don't have to justify myself to you."" Zonus got up at looked at the Jedi. ""I didn't come here for the lightsaber alone... I need your head for Thrawn."" Zonus ignited his red and yellow lightsabers and got into a battle stance. People in the cantina all gasped. ""A sith!?!"" ""Oh my..."" The people quickly gathered into a crowd around Cosmos and Zonus. Zonus force pushed Cosmos off his chair.<br/>""Get up and fight me Jedi... So I can kill you once and for all"" A stern look on Zonus' face, his eyes were an even more brighter shade of yellow.</div></blockquote><br/>Cosmos dusted himself off as he stood to face Zonus. Reaching into his robes he pulled out both his lightsabers and ignited them. Several people ran out of the cantina screaming Jedi and Sith. However a vast majority of them stayed to watch the coming conflict.<br/><br/>""You all better stand farther than that.""<br/><br/>Cosmos moved into his battle stance and raised his weapons."
9605,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=375,2014-12-14T15:13:00,Nation of cool guys,"Thrawn lashed out at a bulkhead when the new Separatist fleet emerged behind them. ""Gentlemen, I'm afraid it's that time again. Get our fleet back into hyperspace.""<br/>The fleet only took a few moments to align itself on a generic vector. The shields would last in plenty of time to make the jump. ""Fifteen seconds, Admiral"" said a bridge officer"
9606,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=375,2014-12-14T15:16:00,Republic of Vectors,"Just as quick as the Villiant vessels had arrived, they now left. In his mad laughing fit, the Governor had stumbled upon the hyperdrive control, and being slaved, all able ships of the fleet jumped into Hyperspace. In total, all three Imperial I's were wrecked beyond salvage. Six thusand jetpack battle droids gave their lives to bombing ship bridges, all fifty starfighters and bombers were destroyed. The Immobalizer, seconds before the jump experianced a catastrophic failure of some sort in its mass generators, not affecting the engines, but ripping four giant holes into the ship. Several capital ships lay in waste, simply beyond recognition. The Governos ship itself had a hard time starting its jump, it received a hit or seven near the jump drive.<br/><br/><br/>Minutes later, four of the original twenty five ships exited Hyperspace, the rest breaking apart in Hyperspace. Finding themselves in a random nearby system, they proceeded to jump back to the Villiant Entente."
9607,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=400,2014-12-14T15:17:00,Unified Imperial States,"The Exilis continued to scan, going towards the last known location of weapons discharge in the air. ""Nothing yet, sir"" the commander droid reported. Valarn could very well see that on his own, but he felt no need to comment on it. ""Disengage stealth systems for a second. Let's see if they'll take a shot."" The commander droid looked away from it's station. ""Lieutenant, that is not advisable."" ""Just do it, please"", Valarn responded."
9608,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=400,2014-12-14T15:18:00,Pantorrum,"Grievous watched as Thrawn began to retreat. He would have smiled if he had a mouth...<br/><br/>In space, the ships concentrated less fire on the fleeing fleet that belonged to Thrawn, and more so on the Imperial forces that had arrived later. Grievous did not turn his fleet around completely though, in case Thrawn decided to stay..."
9609,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=400,2014-12-14T15:19:00,The NAR,"<blockquote><div><cite>Unified Imperial States <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22796964#p22796964"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Exilis continued to scan, going towards the last known location of weapons discharge in the air. ""Nothing yet, sir"" the commander droid reported. Valarn could very well see that on his own, but he felt no need to comment on it. ""Disengage stealth systems for a second. Let's see if they'll take a shot."" The commander droid looked away from it's station. ""Lieutenant, that is not advisable."" ""Just do it, please"", Valarn responded.</div></blockquote><br/>Michael was now standing on the bridge, right beside Joker. Suddenly, EDI came online. ""Commander, the Normandy is picking up a CIS Ship nearby"". Michael thought for a minute. ""Don't engage, get to Thrawn's fleet""."
9610,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=400,2014-12-14T15:20:00,Ancian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Unified Imperial States <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22796964#p22796964"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Exilis continued to scan, going towards the last known location of weapons discharge in the air. ""Nothing yet, sir"" the commander droid reported. Valarn could very well see that on his own, but he felt no need to comment on it. ""Disengage stealth systems for a second. Let's see if they'll take a shot."" The commander droid looked away from it's station. ""Lieutenant, that is not advisable."" ""Just do it, please"", Valarn responded.</div></blockquote><br/>Kiel immediately shouted in joy at the sight of the ship. Then immediately regretted it, as his broken ribs screamed in protest. So far, the imperials hadn't noticed him, he hoped it lasted...."
9611,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=400,2014-12-14T15:21:00,Alouite,"<blockquote><div><cite>The NAR <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22796371#p22796371"">wrote</a>:</cite>The cargo bay door to the Normandy closed, and Michael ran over to Miranda. He got down to feel her pulse. ""She's alive, but needs immediate medical attention. Get her up to the Med Bay!"". Shepard turned to the man that had helped and put his hand out. ""Commander Wolfe, Commander of the 29th Marines, known as the Raiders"".</div></blockquote><br/>Jonis shook his hand and replied, ""Nice to meet you. As I said I am Jonis Titane of Mandalore, Conqueror of Levanthe and Former General of the Moon of Levanthe army. I am also a Sith in training, so while I train I am assigned to your unit. I heard you know the force too, so for now would you mind being my mentor, I learn quickly and am already able to use a significant amount of the force especially the dark side of it. But first, have my baccta, I have enough to help with a few wounded soldiers."""
9612,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=400,2014-12-14T15:22:00,Nation of cool guys,"Thrawn's bridge officer shouted to Thrawn ""Ready!"" Thrawn nodded, and his fleet slipped into space, back to Kuat"
9613,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=400,2014-12-14T15:23:00,The NAR,"<blockquote><div><cite>Alouite <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22797046#p22797046"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The NAR <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22796371#p22796371"">wrote</a>:</cite>The cargo bay door to the Normandy closed, and Michael ran over to Miranda. He got down to feel her pulse. ""She's alive, but needs immediate medical attention. Get her up to the Med Bay!"". Shepard turned to the man that had helped and put his hand out. ""Commander Wolfe, Commander of the 29th Marines, known as the Raiders"".</div></blockquote><br/>Jonis shook his hand and replied, ""Nice to meet you. As I said I am Jonis Titane of Mandalore, Conqueror of Levanthe and Former General of the Moon of Levanthe army. I am also a Sith in training, so while I train I am assigned to your unit. I heard you know the force too, so for now would you mind being my mentor, I learn quickly and am already able to use a significant amount of the force especially the dark side of it. But first, have my baccta, I have enough to help with a few wounded soldiers.""</div></blockquote><br/>Michael turned it down. ""Sith, huh?"". He already disliked the Sith greatly, and regretted siding with the Empire now. He shook his head. ""Bad choice"""
9614,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=400,2014-12-14T15:23:00,Capsland,"<blockquote><div><cite>The United Empire of Exucular <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22796833#p22796833"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Capsland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22796416#p22796416"">wrote</a>:</cite>Zonus grabbed the lightsaber and put it onto his belt. ""I know what it is, Jedi... And I know who's it is. I don't have to justify myself to you."" Zonus got up at looked at the Jedi. ""I didn't come here for the lightsaber alone... I need your head for Thrawn."" Zonus ignited his red and yellow lightsabers and got into a battle stance. People in the cantina all gasped. ""A sith!?!"" ""Oh my..."" The people quickly gathered into a crowd around Cosmos and Zonus. Zonus force pushed Cosmos off his chair.<br/>""Get up and fight me Jedi... So I can kill you once and for all"" A stern look on Zonus' face, his eyes were an even more brighter shade of yellow.</div></blockquote><br/>Cosmos dusted himself off as he stood to face Zonus. Reaching into his robes he pulled out both his lightsabers and ignited them. Several people ran out of the cantina screaming Jedi and Sith. However a vast majority of them stayed to watch the coming conflict.<br/><br/>""You all better stand farther than that.""<br/><br/>Cosmos moved into his battle stance and raised his weapons.</div></blockquote><br/>Zonus smiled. ""This is what I like about you. You never give up."" Zonus ran at Cosmos, hitting both of his lightsabers against Cosmos'. Sparks were now flying everywhere. People were screaming and running out of the cantina. It was now a struggle, Zonus pushing on his lightsabers while Cosmos pushed on his."
9615,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=400,2014-12-14T15:27:00,Unified Imperial States,"After a few minutes of baiting some fire, Valarn ordered cloaking to be engaged once again. ""Where was the captain's shuttle transponder located at when the signal was lost?"" Valarn asked. A droid at a nearby station responded, and sent the coordinates to Valarn's terminal. ""Send the other shuttle to this location and find him.""<br/><br/>The second and last Sheathepede shuttle launched from the Exilis' bay, flying down to the ground and landing near the charred remains of another shuttle. The back ramp opened and B1 battledroids exited, fanning out to find Kiel."
9616,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=400,2014-12-14T15:29:00,Pantorrum,"Grievous ordered his fleet to turn around, completely confronting the new forces. The Blockade Fleet moved forward as well, adding to the massive defensive. Grievous was not willing to make sacrifices in this battle any longer. He had already lost 6 Munificent Frigates and a couple Recusant Destroyers. It was time to bring about his second victory since he was revived, the first at Neimodia and the Second here.<br/><br/>On the ground, fighters continued to patrol the skies. 10 B-1 Battle droids found Kiel. They approached him.<br/>""Excuse me, I believe you issued an emergency on an open frequency. We were informed by Command. Please come with us.""<br/>A ground transport was behind them.<br/>That was when they noticed the other droids deploying from the Exilis. A Sergeant approached.<br/>""Kiel is this way, we are ready to take him to a medical bay on board the Generals flagship, unless you have a better facility."""
9617,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=400,2014-12-14T15:34:00,The Orson Empire,"While the other admirals had chosen to retreat from Naboo, Karl was not going to give up this easily. He knew this was a big gamble, as the Empire was running tight on ships and the CIS still outnumbered the Empire, but he was willing to take that risk. Even if his fleet lost, he still wanted to kill Grievous in order to stick it to the CIS. Karl was even prepared to call in even more reinforcements if he too.<br/><br/>Both groups moved quickly, and the ships had their shields on maximum power so that they wouldn't be rapidly depleted. Hundreds of TIE fighters engaged in dogfights with the enemy CIS starfighters, while the TIE Bombers began to target the critical systems of the CIS ships. The other larger starships began their massive bombardment of the CIS ships. Turbolaser batteries, point-defense cannons, and missile launchers all fired their ammunition.<br/><br/>Onboard the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Repulsor</span>, one of Karl's officers would say,""Sir, perhaps it would be best to retreat-""<br/><br/>""We are not going anywhere,"" Karl replied. ""We will fight to the death if we have to."""
9618,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=400,2014-12-14T15:34:00,Unified Imperial States,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pantorrum <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22797188#p22797188"">wrote</a>:</cite>Grievous ordered his fleet to turn around, completely confronting the new forces. The Blockade Fleet moved forward as well, adding to the massive defensive. Grievous was not willing to make sacrifices in this battle any longer. He had already lost 6 Munificent Frigates and a couple Recusant Destroyers. It was time to bring about his second victory since he was revived, the first at Neimodia and the Second here. <br/><br/>On the ground, fighters continued to patrol the skies. 10 B-1 Battle droids found Kiel. They approached him. <br/>""Excuse me, I believe you issued an emergency on an open frequency. We were informed by Command. Please come with us.""<br/>A ground transport was behind them.<br/>That was when they noticed the other droids deploying from the Exilis. A Sergeant approached.<br/>""Kiel is this way, we are ready to take him to a medical bay on board the Generals flagship, unless you have a better facility.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""One moment"", the droid responded. He opened a comm link directly to the Exilis' bridge. Valarn answered it directly, and the B1 droid explained. ""Tell them that we would be more than capable of treating him, unless of course, the General needs Kiel aboard his flagship."" The B1 on the ground responded according to Valarn's words."
9619,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=400,2014-12-14T15:35:00,Ancian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pantorrum <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22797188#p22797188"">wrote</a>:</cite>Grievous ordered his fleet to turn around, completely confronting the new forces. The Blockade Fleet moved forward as well, adding to the massive defensive. Grievous was not willing to make sacrifices in this battle any longer. He had already lost 6 Munificent Frigates and a couple Recusant Destroyers. It was time to bring about his second victory since he was revived, the first at Neimodia and the Second here. <br/><br/>On the ground, fighters continued to patrol the skies. 10 B-1 Battle droids found Kiel. They approached him. <br/>""Excuse me, I believe you issued an emergency on an open frequency. We were informed by Command. Please come with us.""<br/>A ground transport was behind them.<br/>That was when they noticed the other droids deploying from the Exilis. A Sergeant approached.<br/>""Kiel is this way, we are ready to take him to a medical bay on board the Generals flagship, unless you have a better facility.""</div></blockquote><br/>He turned his speakerphone up so as not to hurt his already 12 beautifully broken ribs. ""I don't which has a better facility, but I'll need help up....and help walking. Thanks ner'vode."" Wow, he thought, that was the first time he ever called a droid a brother....must have a concussion...he grinned in a slightly crazed way, that the droids couldn't see through his helmet."
9620,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=400,2014-12-14T15:40:00,Pantorrum,"The Sergeant took a moment to contact Grievous.<br/>""General, sir, droids from the Exilis have arrived to take Kiel. Is this acceptable?""<br/>Grievous looked annoyed at being disturbed.<br/>""I do not care you insolent droid! Let them take him!""<br/><br/>The droid returned.<br/>""The General has stated you may take him on board your ship.""<br/><br/><br/>In space, the Separatist fleet lost some systems on its front line vessels, but soon a wave off resh fighters arrived from one of the Lukrehulks. 150 fighters began to engage the bombers to try and push them away from the fleet. The other fighters continued their dogfights, vastly outnumbering the Imperial TIE's.<br/>Grievous' flagship, an enhanced Providence Battleship/Carrier, sat in the middle of the fleet formation. It fired dozens of torpedoes and concussion missiles into the enemy fleet.<br/>Grievous sent a clear message on open frequency.<br/>""Attention commander of the Imperial forces above Naboo, I am General Grievous. You will surrender immediately and report for your punishment, you worthless beings.""<br/>He proceeded to return to his Providence class Battleship/Carrier.<br/>With a lot of the fleet engaging the enemy, Grievous proceeded to order his ship into combat. It lurched forward, coming up next to a Imperial ship. He was on the enemies starboard side. Thus, his ship fired a full broadside from all port cannons. A massive blast of powerful shells and lasers slammed into the enemy vessel, as Grievous awaited to see if he had disabled the enemy. Multiple Concussion missiles were also fire into the enemy Hanger bay doors and engines."
9621,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=400,2014-12-14T15:50:00,Alouite,"<blockquote><div><cite>The NAR <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22797070#p22797070"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Alouite <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22797046#p22797046"">wrote</a>:</cite>Jonis shook his hand and replied, ""Nice to meet you. As I said I am Jonis Titane of Mandalore, Conqueror of Levanthe and Former General of the Moon of Levanthe army. I am also a Sith in training, so while I train I am assigned to your unit. I heard you know the force too, so for now would you mind being my mentor, I learn quickly and am already able to use a significant amount of the force especially the dark side of it. But first, have my baccta, I have enough to help with a few wounded soldiers.""</div></blockquote><br/>Michael turned it down. ""Sith, huh?"". He already disliked the Sith greatly, and regretted siding with the Empire now. He shook his head. ""Bad choice""</div></blockquote><br/>Jonis was glad he said that. ""Me either. This is good. You and I can agree on something. I figure using the dark side of the Force will be more convincing to them. They told me I have high potential in using it. So, I had a plan. To make the Empire better. But we can get into that later. Where to now. I was poorly informed of the situation."""
9622,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=400,2014-12-14T15:52:00,The United Empire of Exucular,"<blockquote><div><cite>Capsland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22797075#p22797075"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The United Empire of Exucular <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22796833#p22796833"">wrote</a>:</cite>Cosmos dusted himself off as he stood to face Zonus. Reaching into his robes he pulled out both his lightsabers and ignited them. Several people ran out of the cantina screaming Jedi and Sith. However a vast majority of them stayed to watch the coming conflict.<br/><br/>""You all better stand farther than that.""<br/><br/>Cosmos moved into his battle stance and raised his weapons.</div></blockquote><br/>Zonus smiled. ""This is what I like about you. You never give up."" Zonus ran at Cosmos, hitting both of his lightsabers against Cosmos'. Sparks were now flying everywhere. People were screaming and running out of the cantina. It was now a struggle, Zonus pushing on his lightsabers while Cosmos pushed on his.</div></blockquote><br/>""And neither do you.""<br/>Cosmos jumped over Zonus and used the Force to throw him to the opposite wall. Gripping several tables and chairs he began Force throwing them at the Sith. He even threw a few bottles of alcohol at him while he was at it."
9623,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=400,2014-12-14T15:56:00,Capsland,"<blockquote><div><cite>The United Empire of Exucular <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22797550#p22797550"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Capsland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22797075#p22797075"">wrote</a>:</cite>Zonus smiled. ""This is what I like about you. You never give up."" Zonus ran at Cosmos, hitting both of his lightsabers against Cosmos'. Sparks were now flying everywhere. People were screaming and running out of the cantina. It was now a struggle, Zonus pushing on his lightsabers while Cosmos pushed on his.</div></blockquote><br/>""And neither do you.""<br/>Cosmos jumped over Zonus and used the Force to throw him to the opposite wall. Gripping several tables and chairs he began Force throwing them at the Sith. He even threw a few bottles of alcohol at him while he was at it.</div></blockquote><br/>As Zonus was thrown to the wall he spun and landed vertically, using the force to not fall. He saw the tables and chairs being thrown at him, he used his two lightsabers to slice them into two, bits of wood and stone were flying everywhere, he also smashed the bottles. Then he jumped forward with all his force. ""Argh!"" Once again hitting his lightsabers with Cosmos', making Cosmos fall back a bit but stand his ground."
9624,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=400,2014-12-14T16:24:00,The United Empire of Exucular,"<blockquote><div><cite>Capsland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22797621#p22797621"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The United Empire of Exucular <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22797550#p22797550"">wrote</a>:</cite>""And neither do you.""<br/>Cosmos jumped over Zonus and used the Force to throw him to the opposite wall. Gripping several tables and chairs he began Force throwing them at the Sith. He even threw a few bottles of alcohol at him while he was at it.</div></blockquote><br/>As Zonus was thrown to the wall he spun and landed vertically, using the force to not fall. He saw the tables and chairs being thrown at him, he used his two lightsabers to slice them into two, bits of wood and stone were flying everywhere, he also smashed the bottles. Then he jumped forward with all his force. ""Argh!"" Once again hitting his lightsabers with Cosmos', making Cosmos fall back a bit but stand his ground.</div></blockquote><br/>With their sabers locked once again Cosmos began to think. Looking around he noticed that the structure was old and mildly in disrepair. He decided to use that to his advantage. The last occupant of the Cantina had just ran outside. Cosmos used the Force to push Zonus back a few feet and then sprinted out of the Cantina. The second he got outside he whipped around and gripped the building with the Force. The supports as well as the walls started to shudder before snapping and falling apart. When he was sure the the structure would collapse on its own he stopped gripping it. A man suddenly stepped forward out of the rather large crowd that had assembled.<br/><br/>""My Cantina! What have you done!""<br/><br/>Cosmos through the man a rather heavy bag of credits that he had recieved when he sold the Mandalorian fighter. The man's face went from shock to joy.<br/><br/>""Sorry, hope that can cover the damages.""<br/><br/>Cosmos then started sprinting away from Darth Zonus. He knew however that the Sith would be right behind him."
9625,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=400,2014-12-14T16:33:00,The NAR,"<blockquote><div><cite>Alouite <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22797521#p22797521"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The NAR <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22797070#p22797070"">wrote</a>:</cite>Michael turned it down. ""Sith, huh?"". He already disliked the Sith greatly, and regretted siding with the Empire now. He shook his head. ""Bad choice""</div></blockquote><br/>Jonis was glad he said that. ""Me either. This is good. You and I can agree on something. I figure using the dark side of the Force will be more convincing to them. They told me I have high potential in using it. So, I had a plan. To make the Empire better. But we can get into that later. Where to now. I was poorly informed of the situation.""</div></blockquote><br/>""We lost... I really don't know..."" Michael said"
9626,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=400,2014-12-14T16:41:00,Capsland,"<blockquote><div><cite>The United Empire of Exucular <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22797979#p22797979"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Capsland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22797621#p22797621"">wrote</a>:</cite>As Zonus was thrown to the wall he spun and landed vertically, using the force to not fall. He saw the tables and chairs being thrown at him, he used his two lightsabers to slice them into two, bits of wood and stone were flying everywhere, he also smashed the bottles. Then he jumped forward with all his force. ""Argh!"" Once again hitting his lightsabers with Cosmos', making Cosmos fall back a bit but stand his ground.</div></blockquote><br/>With their sabers locked once again Cosmos began to think. Looking around he noticed that the structure was old and mildly in disrepair. He decided to use that to his advantage. The last occupant of the Cantina had just ran outside. Cosmos used the Force to push Zonus back a few feet and then sprinted out of the Cantina. The second he got outside he whipped around and gripped the building with the Force. The supports as well as the walls started to shudder before snapping and falling apart. When he was sure the the structure would collapse on its own he stopped gripping it. A man suddenly stepped forward out of the rather large crowd that had assembled.<br/><br/>""My Cantina! What have you done!""<br/><br/>Cosmos through the man a rather heavy bag of credits that he had recieved when he sold the Mandalorian fighter. The man's face went from shock to joy.<br/><br/>""Sorry, hope that can cover the damages.""<br/><br/>Cosmos then started sprinting away from Darth Zonus. He knew however that the Sith would be right behind him.</div></blockquote><br/>The rubble fell on top of Zonus. Luckily he could use the force to make the impact not hurt him by forcing the rubble out of the way. Zonus saw Cosmos run. ""Jedi! Come and face your fate!"" Zonus was engulfed with rage. He used his force sprint ability to chase after Cosmos, lightning following him.<br/><br/>He could see Cosmos infront of him. Zonus shot numerous balls of lightning towards the Jedi, hoping to hit hime or at least explode infront of him, as he did this he shouted. ""Jedi! You Can't run!"""
9627,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=400,2014-12-14T16:49:00,Alouite,"<blockquote><div><cite>The NAR <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22798073#p22798073"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Alouite <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22797521#p22797521"">wrote</a>:</cite>Jonis was glad he said that. ""Me either. This is good. You and I can agree on something. I figure using the dark side of the Force will be more convincing to them. They told me I have high potential in using it. So, I had a plan. To make the Empire better. But we can get into that later. Where to now. I was poorly informed of the situation.""</div></blockquote><br/>""We lost... I really don't know..."" Michael said</div></blockquote><br/>Jonis replied, ""Well, we will make them pay for this. But, what are your orders now? Where are we going to go now?"""
9628,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=400,2014-12-14T16:53:00,The Orson Empire,"Groups of TIE Fighters continued to protect the bombers. While the Imperials were outnumbered in terms of fighters, TIE pilots were nevertheless highly trained and capable of dealing with situations like these. They continued the dogfights, firing at numerous Separatist fighters. Point-defense systems on the larger starships also fired at the enemy fighters. Other ships began to target Grievous's flagship as the battle continued.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Repulsor</span>began to shake as it was bombarded by CIS ships. After hearing Grievous's transmission, Karl was infuriated. ""I'll never surrender to you, you piece of Bantha shit!"" Karl replied. ""I would rather blown my own brains out than surrender!""<br/><br/>""Sir-"" one of his officers said, as he prepared to protest.<br/><br/>""SHUT UP!"" Karl barked at the officer, and the officer immediately backed down. Karl then began to speak in his com-link. ""Why don't you come fight me yourself Grievous, or are you going to hide on your ship like the fucking coward you are?"""
9629,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=400,2014-12-14T17:17:00,The NAR,"<blockquote><div><cite>Alouite <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22798244#p22798244"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The NAR <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22798073#p22798073"">wrote</a>:</cite>""We lost... I really don't know..."" Michael said</div></blockquote><br/>Jonis replied, ""Well, we will make them pay for this. But, what are your orders now? Where are we going to go now?""</div></blockquote><br/>""Contact Command and ask"" Michael answered"
9630,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=400,2014-12-14T17:25:00,Republic of Vectors,"Back in the Villiant Entente system, the Governor had returned to his normal self. He had managed to regain his composure during the jump back to his calm, calculated self.<br/><br/>“Well Captain,” The Governor started as the warship jerked and wheezed into one of many shipyards on the particular planet. “That sucked.”<br/>The navy captain just swore a thousand times in his head at the Governor and humbly replied<br/>“Yes Sir.”<br/><br/>The four beat up warships each finally settled into their respective docks and powered down, smoke billowing from many splits and punctures. In a matter of minutes, the crewmen of the ships disembarked and tended to their wounded comrades. The Governor and his surviving elite entourage left the ship from a side bay and proceeded to a transport that was waiting. Near the bottom of the ramp, the Prime minister had a dire look on his face.<br/><br/>“You failed. You ruined twenty one ships and lost hundreds of lives. What happened out there?!” the Prime Minister had a rage in his eyes that matched the lava flow of Mustafar and his question was almost spat out.<br/>“Despite lots of Imperial help, the Separatists greatly outnumbered, and thus outgunned us.”<br/>“Governor Dmiz, you are hereby punished for your treason to the people.”<br/>“What?!?! You cant do anything you pawn! I am your leader!” His elite guards did nothing as the Prime Minster drew a blaster pistol and ended the life of Harlow Dmiz, Governor of the Villiant Ensemble.<br/><br/>Turning to one of his guards, he ordered.<br/>“Prepare our fleets and defenses. The Separatists are going to be very angry very soon.”<br/><br/>A feverish flurry of activity started all at once, warships took to the skies, ground based cannons came on line, advanced sensors scanned the skies far beyond visual level, scouts fled to the far reaches of the system to warn of any approaches from deep space."
9631,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=400,2014-12-14T17:35:00,The United Empire of Exucular,"<blockquote><div><cite>Capsland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22798170#p22798170"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The United Empire of Exucular <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22797979#p22797979"">wrote</a>:</cite>With their sabers locked once again Cosmos began to think. Looking around he noticed that the structure was old and mildly in disrepair. He decided to use that to his advantage. The last occupant of the Cantina had just ran outside. Cosmos used the Force to push Zonus back a few feet and then sprinted out of the Cantina. The second he got outside he whipped around and gripped the building with the Force. The supports as well as the walls started to shudder before snapping and falling apart. When he was sure the the structure would collapse on its own he stopped gripping it. A man suddenly stepped forward out of the rather large crowd that had assembled.<br/><br/>""My Cantina! What have you done!""<br/><br/>Cosmos through the man a rather heavy bag of credits that he had recieved when he sold the Mandalorian fighter. The man's face went from shock to joy.<br/><br/>""Sorry, hope that can cover the damages.""<br/><br/>Cosmos then started sprinting away from Darth Zonus. He knew however that the Sith would be right behind him.</div></blockquote><br/>The rubble fell on top of Zonus. Luckily he could use the force to make the impact not hurt him by forcing the rubble out of the way. Zonus saw Cosmos run. ""Jedi! Come and face your fate!"" Zonus was engulfed with rage. He used his force sprint ability to chase after Cosmos, lightning following him.<br/><br/> He could see Cosmos infront of him. Zonus shot numerous balls of lightning towards the Jedi, hoping to hit hime or at least explode infront of him, as he did this he shouted. ""Jedi! You Can't run!""</div></blockquote><br/>Balls of lightning were striking all around Cosmos. Several came dangerously close to his body nearly causing him to fall over. A few impacted against buildings causing small amounts of debris to explode around him. He had to duck as a rather large section of a wall came his way. People were running away yelling and screaming. With the Force Cosmos started throwing things behind him in hopes of causing Zonus to slow down."
9632,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=425,2014-12-14T18:07:00,Alouite,"<blockquote><div><cite>The NAR <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22798518#p22798518"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Alouite <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22798244#p22798244"">wrote</a>:</cite>Jonis replied, ""Well, we will make them pay for this. But, what are your orders now? Where are we going to go now?""</div></blockquote><br/>""Contact Command and ask"" Michael answered</div></blockquote><br/>Jonis replied ""Yes Sir."" Jonis went over to a communication device and made sure that it was broadcasting to Command on a secure channel. It was, so he said into it ""This is Jonis Titane working with the 29th Marines. Requesting new orders. Copy. This is Jonis Titane working with the 29th Marines."""
9633,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=425,2014-12-14T19:01:00,Pantorrum,"The large and enhanced Providence Battleship/Carrier was very well shielded, but it did shake from the enemy fire. Grievous laughed as he received the transmission.<br/>""Oh, I will gladly meet you."" The Providence Battleship made a turn around, firing another broadside from the starboard cannons before extending its docking doors toward the enemy ship.<br/>The rest of the large fleet began to move around the Imperials, surroundings them.<br/>The entire fleet began to push forward with extreme strength, The intensified forward fire power and shielding, and began to attempt to cluster the enemy vessels into a small ball away from Grievous. The Lukrehulks commanders were getting frustrated with the Imperial Fighters, and decided it was time for them to be eliminated. Each launched 300 more Vulture Droids and 50 more Hyena Bombers. They began to swarm not only the enemy ships, but also the enemy fighters.<br/><br/>Grievous proceeded to the air lock, along with 20 BX Series Commando Droids, 3 Droidekas, and 30 Super Battledroids. 10 more B1 Battledroids were left behind to guard the entrance.<br/><br/>As the airlock sealed, Grievous walked forward. He drew his light sabers, extending all four arms, and sliced through the enemy's exterior door. It would only be a few seconds until the perfectly rounded piece of steel flew off and into whoever was standing behind it..."
9634,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=425,2014-12-14T20:10:00,Unified Imperial States,"<blockquote><div><cite>Ancian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22797288#p22797288"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pantorrum <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22797188#p22797188"">wrote</a>:</cite>Grievous ordered his fleet to turn around, completely confronting the new forces. The Blockade Fleet moved forward as well, adding to the massive defensive. Grievous was not willing to make sacrifices in this battle any longer. He had already lost 6 Munificent Frigates and a couple Recusant Destroyers. It was time to bring about his second victory since he was revived, the first at Neimodia and the Second here. <br/><br/>On the ground, fighters continued to patrol the skies. 10 B-1 Battle droids found Kiel. They approached him. <br/>""Excuse me, I believe you issued an emergency on an open frequency. We were informed by Command. Please come with us.""<br/>A ground transport was behind them.<br/>That was when they noticed the other droids deploying from the Exilis. A Sergeant approached.<br/>""Kiel is this way, we are ready to take him to a medical bay on board the Generals flagship, unless you have a better facility.""</div></blockquote><br/>He turned his speakerphone up so as not to hurt his already 12 beautifully broken ribs. ""I don't which has a better facility, but I'll need help up....and help walking. Thanks ner'vode."" Wow, he thought, that was the first time he ever called a droid a brother....must have a concussion...he grinned in a slightly crazed way, that the droids couldn't see through his helmet.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The droids brought out a stretcher from the shuttle for Kiel, taking him up into the back ramp. It lifted off not minutes after, going back to the Exilis - now decloaked.<br/><br/>After making it's landing, Kiel would be sent straight to the medical bay."
9635,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=425,2014-12-14T20:15:00,Ancian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Unified Imperial States <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22800481#p22800481"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Ancian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22797288#p22797288"">wrote</a>:</cite>He turned his speakerphone up so as not to hurt his already 12 beautifully broken ribs. ""I don't which has a better facility, but I'll need help up....and help walking. Thanks ner'vode."" Wow, he thought, that was the first time he ever called a droid a brother....must have a concussion...he grinned in a slightly crazed way, that the droids couldn't see through his helmet.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The droids brought out a stretcher from the shuttle for Kiel, taking him up into the back ramp. It lifted off not minutes after, going back to the Exilis - now decloaked.<br/><br/>After making it's landing, Kiel would be sent straight to the medical bay.</div></blockquote>On the way to the medical bay he promised himself never to take big risks like that again.... Ever. Unless it was worth it....which this wasn't..."
9636,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=425,2014-12-14T20:37:00,Unified Imperial States,"""Take us back up into orbit, we're going to support the fleet.""<br/><br/>The Exilis made orbit once again, looking for new targets. It found one.<br/><br/>The Repulsor could be seen from a short distance away. Grievous' flagship was pounding away with it's broadsides.<br/><br/>""Move us closer to that one there. Ready torpedoes and activate the cloak. Prepare the Vulture droids for intercept.""<br/><br/>The Exilis once again disappeared from visible sight, removing itself from the sensors of nearby vessels. It circled around the two dueling heavyweight capital ships."
9637,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=425,2014-12-15T04:59:00,Bulgislavia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Mos Espa, Tatooine</span></span><br/><br/>The Lessu V consular corvette landed in one of the large space ports in the center of Mo Espa, to those in side the ship it sounded like a sudden mechanical thud.<br/><br/>""Finally we have landed, come along my pretty female companions. Jabba is expecting us in his seasonal residence close to the Grand Arena"" said Orn Free Taa, who's weight seemed to be causing him trouble as he tried to get himself up off the lounger.<br/><br/>The Ship opened up and immediately crew went to work checking the ship over for any damage and also to guard against the locals who the imperial senator didn't trust, Tatooine was a dangerous planet after all.<br/><br/>Orn Free Taa, Minku and the other female Twi'lek followed the rest of Senator Taa's entourage of security and diplomats off the ship where one of Jabba's transports waited to pick them up......<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Back on the Lessu V</span><br/><br/>Minku's personal droid R5-D6 which was customized with purple trims waited for the upper deck to be clear of people before it opened up the smuggling compartment fixed into the wall. Inside the five fugitive senator's had changed into new clothes that would help them blend in with the Tatooine locals.<br/><br/>'<span style=""font-style: italic"">Bleep bleep buzzz</span>' R5 projected Minku's holo-recording, the one she had made earlier.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""..... Hello senators, the moment we land at Mos Eisley I will be expected to be at Orn Free Taa's side at all times. Just go through the plan I told you, I have instructed R5-D6 to stay with you throughout, the meeting should take roughly 10 hours, its going to be a long day. R5-D6 has all the information on how to reach my safe house and also of our first mission of our resistance alliance. Good luck""</span><br/><br/>The fugitive senators looked at the holo-recording intently before the Itorian senator spoke up in its low grumbling voice ""Lead the way R5"".<br/><br/>R5 led the five disguised senators out of the ship, making sure none of the crew on board witness this act of treason. Minku left several holo-recordings with R5 in case the droid got into trouble, but Minku stressed that it would be best if R5 never had to use them.<br/><br/>Finally R5 led the five fugitives off the ship, some crew were drinking some ale in the corner of the docking bay, cracking up at some joke a local scrap merchant had told. The R5 and the fugitive senators quickly left the docking bay, but before they could reach the exit.... ""Hey Isn't that the purple Twi'lek's astromech droid?""<br/><br/>The senators froze as the two crewmen walked over. ""I don't remember seeing you guys on the voyage""<br/><br/>R5 wheeled up to the crew<br/><br/>'<span style=""font-style: italic"">Beep, beep, blop, blip</span>' Another one of Minku's holo-recordings then played, it immediately got the attention of the two curious crewmen<br/><br/>""Greetings to who ever receives this message. As you know we are on Tatooine where Imperial Senator Taa is to strengthen Ryloth's relationship with the Hutt's. All you need to know is that my Droid is helping Senator Taa with a favor on behalf of Jabba. Senator Taa's relationship with the Hutt's is complicated. In any case this R5 unit will now be on its way. Interference with its duties would bring both Senator Taa and Jabba's wrath, leave it be"" The holo-recording then fizzled out and with that R5 continued to lead the five fugitives out of the space port and into the crowded streets of central Mos Espa.<br/><br/>Before long R5 led the fugitive senators to a door at the back of a narrow alley. Upon opening the door and getting everyone inside R5 played the next holo-recording of Minku's<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">If you are watching this message then it means my R5 unit has safely delivered you to my Tatooine Safe house. I use to use it as a Ryll import warehouse. There are three Ryll crates located in the basement which should provide you with a source of income during your stay there. If you are truly serious about fighting the darkside and creating a new galactic society of the light, then I urge you to go through with the mission we talked about before we embarked for Tatooine. Think about it</span>"" the message then fizzled out<br/><br/>The Mon Cal senator spoke up ""I can't be apart of this mission, a Mon Cal on a desert planet is already suspicious enough, plus I don't know how long I can survive in this atmosphere""<br/><br/>""That's alright Cil, stay here and keep hydrated. I was once part of the senate delegation for Dantooine, I know they have no love for the Empire, I must fight and resist the Empire for them"" said the middle aged Carl, one of the two humans.<br/><br/>The insectoid Verpine then communicated ""I will also assist in this mission""<br/><br/>""So will I, on behalf of my people back on Ithor"" spoke Ronag the Ithorian<br/><br/>The last fugitive senator, a young human woman, Layla Vin who was once an assistant to Senator Kin Robb the Senator for Taris<br/><br/>""I will also help with the mission""<br/><br/>'<span style=""font-style: italic"">Bebeebeep buzz!'</span>R5 then projected the next of Minku's holo-recordings<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""For those of you who are going to undergo this mission, there is what is happening. As you know slavery seems to be quite entrenched on my homeworld, every year hundreds of thousands are sold into slavery, it has gotten worse under the Emperor as Palpatine carries as suspicion from the time Ryloth was occupied by the Separatists during the worst days of the Clone Wars. I am determined to strike a blow against this outdated practice. As our new order stands for Freedom, out first mission is this......""</span>The holographic then changed to show the trade route of a slave transport leaving Ryloth and arriving at Tatooine, Minku continued to speak in the recording<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""This transport contains 100 Twi'lek youth's that are not even at the age of 10 with only a few close to 15 years of age. Officially many will be sold as dancing girls and hard laborers. But [i]Unofficially</span>they will be trained as bounty hunters and assassin's by Hutt criminal cartels on Tatooine and Nar Shaddaa. The truth of this is because slavers have kidnapped or lured these children because they were rumored to be force sensitive which would gain them a higher price when they sold them. We have to free these children and keep them away from the darkside. I have heard rumors of a secret Jedi order that lives and resists the Empire, for those children who we free we can present them the choice. Good luck""[/i] The holo-recording then ended yet R5 projected some follow up holographs and schematics of where the Slaving ship was to dock, what it looked like, mission strategy ect ect<br/><br/>""Ok, lets do this"" said Layla.<br/><br/>They armed themselves with some blasters that Minku had stashed in her safe house for security.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">One hour passes</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Jabba's seasonal residence, Mos Espa</span></span><br/><br/>Minku played the part of one of Orn Free Taa's personal assistants, although whenever Taa was in a personal meeting with Jabba it was important to put on a bit of an act so Minku seductively stroked one of Senator Taa's fat head tails as the two men talked business. Mostly regarding the Ryll trade and how current smuggling operations between the Hutt's was having an impact on Ryloth. Suddenly Jabba changed the subject, while he was unable to be understood, the accompanying protocol droid interpreted Jabba's words<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">The great and powerful Jabba wants to know how much you will accept if he can purchase the purple companion you have</span>"" spoke the Protocol droid<br/><br/>At that Minku gasped, there was a bit of a silence from Senator Taa, at which point Minku had the dread of feeling like her boss would actually consider selling her to Jabba. She was about to say ""I'm not for sale"" when there was the sound of an explosion somewhere in Mos Espa. It immediately made everyone jolt. One of Jabba's bounty hunters ran over to the window ""Look's like its coming from one of the docking bays over by the factories""<br/><br/>Jabba then went into a rage, flailing his chubby arms and booming in his language<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">The almighty Jabba is furious because the Space Port by the factories is where an expected slave transport is said to be docked, he is giving the order to his bounty hunters and security to investigate, oh dear</span>"" explained the protocol droid.<br/><br/>Minku patted Senator Taa on the back of his neck roll, something she usually did as a signal that she felt it was time to leave whenever a meeting with someone was going south.<br/><br/>Senator Taa then stood up ""We will now return to Coruscant, If there are crazy terrorists on the loose I don't want anything happening to our ship, I'm disappointed Jabba, you assured me this meeting would be safe. I will communicate with you once I return back to Coruscant, where it's safe""<br/><br/>The delegation left the raging Hutt crime lord and returned back to the ship.<br/><br/>Minku went to her room to see R5-D6 squawk and beep at her arrival before tuning in to a local news broadcast<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">'A freighter suffered a fire before blowing up in Mos Espa early today, the surviving captain says he lost three crew and mentions that the cargo was stolen off the ship shortly before the vessel exploded. Jabba the Hutt is blaming a rival crime gang for the theft of his ""exotic imports"". A allied Hutt on Nar Shaddaa has sent several bounty hunters to assist Jabba with the investigation</span>'<br/><br/>""Shhhhh"" said Minku, with that R5 ended the transmission. 'I hope they survive ok' she thought to herself, thinking of the five senators and the freed slave children<br/><br/>The Lessu V then jumped into hyperspace back to Coruscant......."
9638,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=425,2014-12-15T07:20:00,Nation of cool guys,"Thrawn's fleet, having arrived back at Kuat, was nearly finished the minor repairs needed after the ambush by the Separatists.<br/><br/>Luckily, the modifications Thrawn had requested for the Imperial-Class Star Destroyers were ready and being installed on the last four ships without the equipment<br/><br/>Repairs were well underway on the Drive Yards, but it would be weeks before it was operating at peak efficiency.<br/>At the working build docks, Thrawn gave the yard workers the blueprints for the ship design he had discovered on Rakata Prime.<br/>""Do you think you can build this?"" Asked Thrawn.<br/>""Yes, we can. It's hull is rather weak but the shield system is heavier than what you use on your Imperial-II. But that's better for you, with a weaker hull we can build it twice as fast. And the Turbolasers are easy""<br/>Thrawn nodded. ""How long""<br/>""Give us a week and you'll have two. Once we get the hang of it we'll get you more. How many did you have in mind?""<br/>Thrawn smiled and said ""Get me fifteen, and you will be a rich man."""
9639,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=425,2014-12-15T08:15:00,Draica,"""Alright, Griveous is dealing with the Imperial scum, I want a full scale invasion of the Gungans, now!"" San Hill yelled towards the tactical droid. ""I will personally be overseeing it, transmit holographic video of the invasion. Wipe them out, immediately! Immediately!"" He yelled.<br/><br/><br/>Ventress oversaw the retreat of Thrawn's fleet, slightly smirking. All of a sudden, Griveous would get a transmission coming into his hologram.<br/>""Griveous,"" He said sternly, "" I want your fleet to go full force towards Thrawn's hit them right at Kuat. You and Asajj will board Thrawn's starship and pay him a visit, personally."" Gunray commanded, ""Kill him, show no mercy, put a saber right through his heart."" He said.<br/><br/>""But first, we have unfinished businessw with the huts. Send Asajj to Invade Tatoonie and kill Jabba.""<br/><br/>""And get to it?"" He ended, waiting for Griveous's response."
9640,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=425,2014-12-15T08:21:00,Ancian,"Kiel was in his quarters, he stretched and grinned at his completely healed ribs. His armor was newly polished and His red and black paint back on. He had restocked his rockets as well.... He laid down and stretched out on his bed...and turned up some Glimmick music."
9641,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=425,2014-12-15T08:32:00,Nation of cool guys,"Over Kuat, Thrawn knew that Grievous wouldn't let him escape so easily a second time. Luckily, he wouldn't have an easy time of it. A fleet of Venators had arrived several hours ago for refueling and repairs. While outdated, the small armada would definitely give a bonus to the fighting ability of the fleet. And of course, the Super Star Destroyer was more than a match for any ship currently in the Separatist fleet.<br/><br/><br/>Also, Thrawn had another idea. He composed a short message and extremely heavily encrypted it, and then broadcasted a very strong message signal somewhere far away....."
9642,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=425,2014-12-15T10:10:00,Republic of Vectors,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value="" Misc defence related project updates""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Under the Prime Ministers order, a SPHA-T walker was whisked up to each capital ship in orbit. A small army of droids had the walkers mounted on the bottom hulls in a recessed area, allowing the turbolaser to strike targets below the craft; a lesson the PM learnt from watching the combat videos of Naboo, when Munificents heavily damaged the vulnerable underbellies of the spacecraft. It was only a matter of hours before these systems were hooked up to the fire control and the seating area was turned into an automatic ammunition store. These giant artillery lasers had their leg motors sealed and the feet attached to the hulls, immobilizing the machine. The guns were then placed onto modern swivel systems that allowed 360 degree rotation. A capacitor was installed to be trickle charged form the capital ships power supply as to be ale to fire, albeit slowly, even after expending its ammunition. <br/>ETA; 8 hours<br/><br/><br/>In a large credit consuming move, the Prime minister further tried to defend the planets by building a trio of powerful XX-10 Turbolaser towers on each of the seven small planets. These massive, power consuming, armored turbolasers would make quick work of any aerial threat, but as a result of the super-powerful shot, required the construction of its own power generation plant underneath it. It would only be a matter of a week or two before these large units were able to start their targeting and practice shots. These twenty one twin guns were powered with millions of credits worth of Agrocite kept in reserve for times of war. Practice shots would not use this rare gas, but when a capital ship loomed aggressively, that gas would be added and the power would increase manifold over the normal power level. <br/>ETA; 12 days<br/><br/><br/>The Prime Minister has cleared the spending of the remaining Republic loan credits, to a sum of a hundred million, to build large batteries of land based Discord Missile launchers on the planets. These Discord missile launchers would have the power to propel their missiles to deep space and allow the missiles to release thousands of buzz droids onto enemy warships that get too close. Unlike conventional seven capacity, these enlarged variants hold twelve droids, and an engine with increased power to reach further, faster. <br/>ETA; 11 days<br/><br/><br/>Air defense towers have commenced construction, there are fifty planned to be divided among the seven planets, each holding four XX-9 heavy Turbolasers. These turbolasers are to used against capital ships and large landing craft, such as the Seperatist C-9979 Landing Craft, also used in the battle of Naboo. These fifty towers took two million three hundred thousand credits from the treasury. <br/>ETA; 20 days<br/><br/><br/>The Villiant Entante has begun a rapid replenishment of its lost twenty one warships and starfighters. The shipyards are making headway in the repairing of the heavily damaged warships that survived the Naboo encounter. One ship was written off and is being dismantled for scrap. <br/><br/><br/>The Villiante Government has received information that the requested ships form Loronar were under construction. The Torpedo sphere, after passing through nearly a million credits in bribes, has been approved. The strike class medium cruiser was well under way, the frame has already been placed and the electrical systems were being installed. <br/>ETA; 6 weeks<br/><br/><br/>CoMar Combat Systems has finished construction of the critical systems of a SLD-26 Planetary Shield with the other six a few days behind scheduled. The SLD-26's have been upgraded in power and capacity to generate a planet sized barrier. <br/>ETA; 6 weeks</div></div></div><br/><br/><br/>“General, lend an ear,” The Prime Minister told the army officer immediately after the above briefing.<br/>“I am listening Sir”<br/>“I want you to send out raids. I want the space lanes scoured for Separatist transport ships. Pull them in with a few of those pulsemass generator mines that we captured from that pirate. That will disable their hyperspace travel for about five minutes, long enough for you to identify their cargo and if necessary, capture the ship. So perhaps four or five medium warships at a time, at several known Sep transport locations. The mines will allow you to launch one near a hyperspace land and pull in some traffic, and if you stay far enough away, if you see trouble, you are not in the influence. You can just jump away. We cannot afford a war like the deceased Governor had started.”<br/>“Agreed Sir. The plan sounds solid. We shall commence within the week.”"
9643,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=425,2014-12-15T12:29:00,Capsland,"<blockquote><div><cite>The United Empire of Exucular <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22798696#p22798696"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Capsland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22798170#p22798170"">wrote</a>:</cite>The rubble fell on top of Zonus. Luckily he could use the force to make the impact not hurt him by forcing the rubble out of the way. Zonus saw Cosmos run. ""Jedi! Come and face your fate!"" Zonus was engulfed with rage. He used his force sprint ability to chase after Cosmos, lightning following him.<br/><br/> He could see Cosmos infront of him. Zonus shot numerous balls of lightning towards the Jedi, hoping to hit hime or at least explode infront of him, as he did this he shouted. ""Jedi! You Can't run!""</div></blockquote><br/>Balls of lightning were striking all around Cosmos. Several came dangerously close to his body nearly causing him to fall over. A few impacted against buildings causing small amounts of debris to explode around him. He had to duck as a rather large section of a wall came his way. People were running away yelling and screaming. With the Force Cosmos started throwing things behind him in hopes of causing Zonus to slow down.</div></blockquote><br/>Zonus continued to shoot lightning at Cosmos but then he noticed the debris flying towards him. He ignited his red lightsaber and carved his way through the debris as hit cam close, jumping on one piece, he landed on a roof. He continues to run but now he had the higher ground. ""Cosmos! Just give up!"" He was beginning to get more and more angry. He shot blasts of force at Cosmos, making craters in the ground and exploding buildings. The town was getting obliterated from this battle."
9644,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=425,2014-12-15T12:48:00,Corsahnim,"A casual freighter was just wandering through a trade route, being piloted by unsuspecting Twi'leks who of which had been freed years before. The Twi'leks were discussing basic matters about the Empire and how they'd just force them to work like the Seps did a while back. Of course, ironically, they worked for the Seps to transport materials to them, mostly loose ship and droid parts. They didn't know, however, that Nelan, a lone Jedi, had boarded their ship in a crate, in a meditative state.<br/><br/>The mild ship traffic held minimal time loss. Nelan didn't know where this freighter was headed, but he hoped it wouldn't land him straight into the Empire's hands."
9645,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=425,2014-12-15T12:52:00,Our Governator,"<img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.theforce.net/swtc/Pix/books/novels/protoDS.jpg""/><br/><br/>Aboard a Star Destroyer in the Maw, Grand Moff Tarkin stood with his hands behind his back in front of a massive window. Outside, the shell of what would come to be known as the Death Star floated before the purple-black darkness of the Maw. Behind Tarkin, footsteps began to ring. Tarkin did not stir, watching the ever-spinning Maw in the background, with the slow construction of what was to be his greatest achievement in the foreground.<br/><br/>From behind, Admiral Natasi Daala put a loving arm around Tarkin. ""Why do you stare?"" she queried, with a coy smile on her face.<br/><br/>Tarkin moved his head slightly, making eye contact with her. ""I do not want a miss a thing."" he said these words coldly, returning his gaze to the expanse.<br/><br/>Natasi let her arm drop. ""Afraid something will happen if you look away?""<br/><br/>""Yes."" Tarkin said, the hint of a smile entering his face. He sighed. ""There is something you should know.""<br/><br/>""And what would that be?"" Natasi said, embracing him once more.<br/><br/>""I have decided to put you in charge of observing this installation."" Tarkin did not move, the words seemed to pain him.<br/><br/>""But... why? It's your plan, your dream.""<br/><br/>""Because, my dear,"" Tarkin moved his head toward her again. ""The Separatists demand my attention. I am the governor of the outer regions, it is my duty.""<br/><br/>Tarkin looked out to the death star, moving his arm to her back. ""My pet project will have to be placed in your loving care.""<br/><br/>Before them, the shell of the death star was ever-growing, and the purple gasses of the Maw seemed to be waving goodbye to Tarkin. Tarkin prepared his fleet to maneuver out of the Maw, on his command."
9646,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=425,2014-12-15T13:12:00,Draica,"Ventress decided that it was time to follow Gunray's commands, she had no time to wait for Griveous to make his move, given the fact that they were only an hour or so away from Tatooine, anyway.<br/><br/>Ventress walked down to the hanger and got into a shuttle, which took her out of the airlock and to one of Chairman Hill's frigates, who decided not to engage in the space battle. After docking in the frigate, atleast 4 munificient frigates, 3 Lucrehulks, 1 providence and 1 Banking Clan frigate joined Ventres'ss fleet, and blasted off towards Tatooine.<br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Over Tatooine</span></span><br/><br/>Within an hour or less, they'd be over Tatooine. ""Prepare a blockade"" Ventress spat, as she crossed her arms, glaring over the sandy atmosphere of Tatooine.<br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Nute Gunray's citadel</span></span><br/><br/>The Seperatiss, including San Hill, continued to meet after they were assured that Hill was safe. The meeting was being held by hologram.<br/>""General Insanus has been off call for awhile,"" Tikkes said, ""I say we get him to lead a few assaults.""<br/>""I disagree,"" Wat tambor said, adjusting his dialer and making beeping sounds before talking, ""He has been of no use so far, if anything, we should get rid of him.""<br/>""What a bunch of rubbish,"" Hill said, sighing, ""That is nonsense, Chairman. Just nonsense. What we need to do is prioritize, I suggest we attack Ryloth and Christoposhis before doing anything else."" Hill suggested.<br/>""I'd be in agreement,"" Tikkes said.<br/>Poggle the lesser spoke, his words were then translated by a protocol droid. ""Mighty poggle says that he would also agree...""<br/><br/>""Then it is done,"" Nute said. ""Assuming the rest of the council agrees, we will go after Ryloth and Christoposhis.""<br/><br/>""And what of Kuat?"" Rogwa Wodrata asked.<br/><br/>""No. It is too risky, too deep into enemy territory. Not until we are more stronger should we even consider attacking Kuat.""<br/>""Viceroy"" Tikkes said, ""I had an idea, why don't I lead a diplomatic mission to Mon Calamari? Surely we can get them as allies..""<br/>""Good idea, you can go when you wish to. Offer then our protection and services from the empire, we could use thier shipyards to expand our navy..""<br/>""Anyway, it is settled. Ryloth and Christophosis will be invaded. Wat Tambor will head the force going to Ryloth, and Admiral Trench will head the fleet going to Christopshis. Meeting dismissed."" Gunray said as he turned off his hologram projections. They all flickered away in an instant.<br/><br/>He then contacted Admiral Trench.<br/>""Admiral,"" He said, ""Lead an assault on Christopshis, take it from the Imperials if they have it, if not simply take it over. We could use it for resources."" He said, waiting for his response...."
9647,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=425,2014-12-15T13:52:00,Marsisian,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Korriban</span><br/><br/>Simply going into the abandoned colony of Dreshdae and walking past the ruins, Insanus kicked open the door to the abandoned Sith Academy. Finding the bodies of dead Sith acolytes and apprentices, he merely opened a chest and found a lightsaber. Activating it, a flash of green came out. ""Nice. Now this is what I came here for."" Trying to walk back, Insanus noticed a deactivated Sentinel war droid. ""Hmm, maybe we can use this. I'll take it with me."" Taking the droid with him, he went back to the ship and set a course for Gunray's citadel."
9648,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=425,2014-12-15T14:00:00,Our Governator,"<img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.galacticempiredatabank.com/ISD.jpg""/><br/><br/>Grand Moff Tarkin's flagship, the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Executrix</span>, led four Star Destroyers and five Victory-class cruisers out of the long, winding path out of the Maw. Standing on the bridge, in front of the massive observation window, the Grand Moff stood in his dark uniform staring out at the purple black holes as they finally exited the nebula. Sunken into each side of the long, black walkway down the center of the bridge, were various control stations. A pilot in a black uniform approached him. ""Sir, we are exiting the Maw. Orders?""<br/><br/>Grand Moff Tarkin continued to look out, slowly turning his head to the left, adjusting his cuff. ""Plot a course for the Seswanna Sector. Eriadu. When we approach, inform the officials their governor is returning.""<br/><br/>""Yes, sir."" The pilot went off to carry out the orders.<br/><br/>Tarkin continued to watch out the observation deck as they went to hyperspace. He put his hands behind his back, turned, and began to slowly walk away from the observation window. Tarkin entered an elevator and went to the conference room. He began updating himself on the current operations of the Empire, having been out of contact in the Maw."
9649,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=425,2014-12-15T14:08:00,The NAR,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Over Kuat...</span></span><br/>The Normandy blast out of Hyperspace towards the Imperial Naval Forces. The ship was legendary to the Empire, as was the Raiders in general. The ship approached Grand Admiral Thrawn's ship, and Michael sent out a message.<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div><span style=""font-weight: bold"">This is Commander Wolfe, Captain of the Normandy SR-1 and Commander of the 29th Imperial Marine Raiders. I am current;y requesting clearance to dock on Command Ship and meet with Admiral Thrawn to discuss military strategy </span></div></blockquote>"
9650,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=425,2014-12-15T14:14:00,Nation of cool guys,"<blockquote><div><cite>The NAR <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22807674#p22807674"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Over Kuat...</span></span><br/>The Normandy blast out of Hyperspace towards the Imperial Naval Forces. The ship was legendary to the Empire, as was the Raiders in general. The ship approached Grand Admiral Thrawn's ship, and Michael sent out a message. <br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div><span style=""font-weight: bold"">This is Commander Wolfe, Captain of the Normandy SR-1 and Commander of the 29th Imperial Marine Raiders. I am current;y requesting clearance to dock on Command Ship and meet with Admiral Thrawn to discuss military strategy </span></div></blockquote></div></blockquote><br/>Thrawn accepted the commanders request to meet with him, waiting for the commander to dock with the ship."
9651,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=425,2014-12-15T14:23:00,Our Governator,"Grand Moff Tarkin's fleet entered the space above Eriadu, and Tarkin was taken in a shuttle down to the surface. Upon arriving to the massive governor's mansion, he entered the grand hall. In it stood the welcoming committee, lead by Moff Ardus Kaine. The hall had dark walls, with a long red carpet stretching down the center for walking. Massive imperial banners hung down from the pillars that lined the sides of the carpet. The welcoming committee stood near the overly-large doors, and bowed as Tarkin entered.<br/><br/>Moff Kaine bowed. ""Grand Moff Tarkin. A pleasure to have you back among us.""<br/><br/>""Thank you, Ardus."" Tarkin coldly nodded at him, and began walking past the welcoming committee. They parted to let him through. ""I've heard all about this separatist business; Thrawn is in retreat? This is unacceptable.""<br/><br/>Ardus followed him. ""I agree completely, sir. What will be our course of action? Of course, my sector is completely under your command.""<br/><br/>""I am aware, Ardus. It is good to hear you are also aware."" Tarkin sounded somewhat annoyed. He continued walking, turning to enter the conference hall. In the center of the dark circular room was a galaxy map. Tarkin turned it on and leaned in to it. ""Summon the other Moffs from this sector. We have work to do.""<br/><br/>Ardus Kaine bowed and hurried off to send comms to the other outland Moffs under Tarkin's command that they should go to Eriadu. He warned them to keep their fleets in place and not to arouse suspicion."
9652,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=425,2014-12-15T14:27:00,The NAR,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nation of cool guys <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22807746#p22807746"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The NAR <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22807674#p22807674"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Over Kuat...</span></span><br/>The Normandy blast out of Hyperspace towards the Imperial Naval Forces. The ship was legendary to the Empire, as was the Raiders in general. The ship approached Grand Admiral Thrawn's ship, and Michael sent out a message. <br/><br/></div></blockquote><br/>Thrawn accepted the commanders request to meet with him, waiting for the commander to dock with the ship.</div></blockquote><br/>The Normandy SR-2, a fairly large ship, yet one of the most powerful and advanced in the Imperial Navy, docked in one of the hangars. Marines left from the cargo bay on a mini shore-leave. Michael approached the Admiral and saluted. ""Sir."" he said."
9653,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=425,2014-12-15T14:43:00,Nation of cool guys,"<blockquote><div><cite>The NAR <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22807875#p22807875"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Nation of cool guys <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22807746#p22807746"">wrote</a>:</cite>Thrawn accepted the commanders request to meet with him, waiting for the commander to dock with the ship.</div></blockquote><br/>The Normandy SR-2, a fairly large ship, yet one of the most powerful and advanced in the Imperial Navy, docked in one of the hangars. Marines left from the cargo bay on a mini shore-leave. Michael approached the Admiral and saluted. ""Sir."" he said.</div></blockquote><br/>Thrawn returned the salute, saying ""Welcome commander. I trust our meeting finds you and your men in good health?"" He beckoned commander wolfe to follow him into the meeting room"
9654,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=425,2014-12-15T14:46:00,The NAR,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nation of cool guys <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22807985#p22807985"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The NAR <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22807875#p22807875"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Normandy SR-2, a fairly large ship, yet one of the most powerful and advanced in the Imperial Navy, docked in one of the hangars. Marines left from the cargo bay on a mini shore-leave. Michael approached the Admiral and saluted. ""Sir."" he said.</div></blockquote><br/>Thrawn returned the salute, saying ""Welcome commander. I trust our meeting finds you and your men in good health?"" He beckoned commander wolfe to follow him into the meeting room</div></blockquote><br/>Michael began to follow Thrawn. ""For the most part, yes. An Imperial Agent: Miranda Lawson, was wounded by CIS Forces at the Tower. We have 5 KIAs, but at least 100 confirmed kills. The tower is down and CIS ground forces are scrambled. If we can find a way to break through their orbital fleet, then conquering the planet itself shouldn't be too hard of a task"""
9655,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=425,2014-12-15T14:50:00,Nation of cool guys,"<blockquote><div><cite>The NAR <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22808018#p22808018"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Nation of cool guys <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22807985#p22807985"">wrote</a>:</cite>Thrawn returned the salute, saying ""Welcome commander. I trust our meeting finds you and your men in good health?"" He beckoned commander wolfe to follow him into the meeting room</div></blockquote><br/>Michael began to follow Thrawn. ""For the most part, yes. An Imperial Agent: Miranda Lawson, was wounded by CIS Forces at the Tower. We have 5 KIAs, but at least 100 confirmed kills. The tower is down and CIS ground forces are scrambled. If we can find a way to break through their orbital fleet, then conquering the planet itself shouldn't be too hard of a task""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""If I show up, Grievous and all his tin friends will show up to attempt to kill me. He's out for my blood. I need to find a way to disable Grievous, if not kill him. Then I will be considerably more free to assault the Separatists. But until we can stop Grievous from bringing the entire Separatist navy every time I show up, I'm rather tied up. My fleet is too valuable to risk."""
9656,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=425,2014-12-15T14:51:00,The NAR,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nation of cool guys <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22808040#p22808040"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The NAR <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22808018#p22808018"">wrote</a>:</cite>Michael began to follow Thrawn. ""For the most part, yes. An Imperial Agent: Miranda Lawson, was wounded by CIS Forces at the Tower. We have 5 KIAs, but at least 100 confirmed kills. The tower is down and CIS ground forces are scrambled. If we can find a way to break through their orbital fleet, then conquering the planet itself shouldn't be too hard of a task""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""If I show up, Grievous and all his tin friends will show up to attempt to kill me. He's out for my blood. I need to find a way to disable Grievous, if not kill him. Then I will be considerably more free to assault the Separatists. But until we can stop Grievous from bringing the entire Separatist navy every time I show up, I'm rather tied up. My fleet is too valuable to risk.""</div></blockquote><br/>Michael nodded. ""Of course, Admiral, I understand. What if I were to deal with Grievous?"" he asked"
9657,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=450,2014-12-15T14:57:00,Pantorrum,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Space Above Naboo</span><br/>Grievous had now boarded Karl's flagship, and slayed several troops at the door. He proceeded, quickly making his way to the bridge. After cutting a very clear circle, the door flew in and smoke blasted everywhere.<br/>In the confusion, the Commando Droids jumped through the door and fired on all the officers and bridge technicians. Grievous entered next, after the smoke had cleared. His Magna Guards followed.<br/><br/>""I have come as promised. Are you ready to die?""<br/>He sabers were all in hand, and he was unwounded.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Naboo Surface</span><br/>As commanded, 10,000 battle droids prepared to march on the Gungans. Many had been killed in the attack before, but indeed there were some. An estimated 3 to 4,000 Gungans were still in fighting shape. They hoped to meet them in the same historic place where the Trade Federation had last fought the Gungan army...<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Ryloth</span></span><br/>Wat Tambor departed to his fleet, boarding a Lukrehulk Carrier. With him, there were 7 other Lukrehulks, 30 Munificent Frigates, 25 Techno Union Frigates, and 25 Recusant Destroyers. The fleet jumped to Ryloth...<br/><br/>When the fleet arrived, they were all in battle positions. Shields were at Maximum strength, and Ryloth was surrounded deep in Separatist space. There would be no reinforcements...<br/><br/>The fleet prepared to deploy a massive force of 6,000 Vulture Droids and 1,000 Hyena Bombers. After the space battle, Wat Tambor planned to deploy his Core Ships to the ground. In all, over 3 Million Battle Droids would be landed from the Core Ships for the invasion.<br/><br/>The fighters swarmed forward. There were definitely far to many to counter adequately. Some immediately went to kamikaze attacks, and the bombers targeted enemy command vessels. The Separatist Fleet was likely larger, thus Wat Tambor was not concerned..."
9658,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=450,2014-12-15T15:08:00,Our Governator,"<img alt=""Image"" src=""http://media.moddb.com/cache/images/groups/1/11/10057/thumb_620x2000/star_wars_the_old_republic_conceptart_VWotC.jpg""/><br/><br/>In the Seswanna Sector, the Outland Moffs had all arrived and sat in the conference center of the government mansion in Eriadu. In the round, dark room, pillars sat around the center, with a wide circular table ardorned with a galaxy map in the middle. All human males, the Moffs sat quietly, waiting. Moff Ardus Kaine stood up. ""Fellow Moffs, Grand Moff Tarkin.""<br/><br/>Grand Moff Tarkin entered the room, and all of the Moffs stood up. Tarkin motioned for them to sit. He sat in his chair at the table. ""Gentlemen, this separatist crisis is only increasing in severity. I order each of you to hand over some of your ground forces and capital ships, as well as cruisers."" A message was sent to each of their datapads with his demands.<br/><br/>""What is our course of action?"" asked one Moff, leaning forward and looking at Tarkin.<br/><br/>Tarkin looked at him, stone faced. He pressed a button on the galaxy map and the plan was brought up. ""It has come to my attention that Naboo is under siege by General Grevious. We will intercept him there and destroy as much of his fleet as possible. Defeat is not an option. We will pursue his fleet to deeper in the outer rim, and conquer as many separatist worlds as we can. This will prevent them from re-entering the rim.""<br/><br/>At the adjournment of the meeting, the various Moffs sent their dues to Grand Moff Tarkin. In all, the outer rim Imperial worlds were reduced by about a third in defense. Tarkin's fleet now swelled.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">I-Class <span style=""font-style: italic"">Executrix</span><br/>8 I-Class Star Destroyers<br/>12 Victory Class Frigates<br/>(All equipped fully with TIE Fighters and TIE Bombers, and a small ground force)<br/>5 Broadside-class cruisers</div></div></div>"
9659,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=450,2014-12-15T15:17:00,Nation of cool guys,"<blockquote><div><cite>The NAR <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22808050#p22808050"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Nation of cool guys <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22808040#p22808040"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""If I show up, Grievous and all his tin friends will show up to attempt to kill me. He's out for my blood. I need to find a way to disable Grievous, if not kill him. Then I will be considerably more free to assault the Separatists. But until we can stop Grievous from bringing the entire Separatist navy every time I show up, I'm rather tied up. My fleet is too valuable to risk.""</div></blockquote><br/>Michael nodded. ""Of course, Admiral, I understand. What if I were to deal with Grievous?"" he asked</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Thrawn chuckled at that. ""My dear Wolfe. An entire company of our finest stormtroopers would have difficulty dealing with Grievous. """
9660,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=450,2014-12-15T15:18:00,The NAR,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nation of cool guys <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22808324#p22808324"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The NAR <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22808050#p22808050"">wrote</a>:</cite>Michael nodded. ""Of course, Admiral, I understand. What if I were to deal with Grievous?"" he asked</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Thrawn chuckled at that. ""My dear Wolfe. An entire company of our finest stormtroopers would have difficulty dealing with Grievous. ""</div></blockquote><br/>Michael shrugged, leaning against the wall. He respected the man, but knew that Thrawn respected him back, so wasn't too formal. ""Admiral, may I share a bit of information with you that MUST remain between the two of us?"""
9661,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=450,2014-12-15T15:35:00,Our Governator,"Grand Moff Tarkin was careful to keep the ground troops on the ships that originally belonged to the other Moffs -- he wouldn't want news of his pet project to spread in idle soldier's gossip. While still in his office on Eriadu, he sent a comm message to Grand Admiral Thrawn, informing him that he was back in the outer rim and to update him on his progress in defeating General Grevious.<br/><br/>Tarkin assessed his fleet. He determined that in order to bring the Confederacy to its knees, he would have to have a larger fleet; a fleet that would be an unstoppable force and demoralize the rebellion, forcing them to pull back from the inner territories. Tarkin began contacting the planet of Sullust as well, checking in on the Star Destroyers docked there.<br/><br/>Grand Moff Tarkin ordered the Moffs to return to their planets and begin drafting citizens to protect the outer rim territories. For the time, Tarkin remained on Eriadu, resting in his home planet."
9662,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=450,2014-12-15T15:41:00,The NAR,"EDI, the AI that controlled and took care of the Normandy, sent a message on behalf of Commander Wolfe to Grand Moff Tarkin. It wasn't audio nor hologram, but a simple email.<br/><br/><dl class=""codebox""><dt>Code: <a href=""#"" onclick=""selectCode(this); return false;"">Select all</a></dt><dd><code>Dear Grand Moff Tarkin,<br/>  This is a high encryption message sent from the [NORMANDY SR-2]<br/><br/>Hello, Grand Moff Tarkin.  I am Commander Wolfe, commander of the 29th Marine Raiders, and Captain of the Normandy SR-2.  I know you are a busy man, but I feel what this message requests is important for the war that we are engaged in.  We are losing everywhere, and despite my team's successful mission on Naboo, we lost.  This had brought to my attention the real stakes of this war.  I wish to meet with you to discuss a new campaign and tactic in which we could use to give the Empire and advantage.  <br/><br/>Sincerely,<br/>  Commander Wolfe</code></dd></dl>"
9663,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=450,2014-12-15T15:57:00,Unified Imperial States,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pantorrum <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22808105#p22808105"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Space Above Naboo</span><br/>Grievous had now boarded Karl's flagship, and slayed several troops at the door. He proceeded, quickly making his way to the bridge. After cutting a very clear circle, the door flew in and smoke blasted everywhere. <br/>In the confusion, the Commando Droids jumped through the door and fired on all the officers and bridge technicians. Grievous entered next, after the smoke had cleared. His Magna Guards followed. <br/><br/>""I have come as promised. Are you ready to die?""<br/>He sabers were all in hand, and he was unwounded. </div></blockquote><br/><br/>""In range"", reported a bridge droid. ""Fire all torpedoes into the engine bank"", Valarn ordered.<br/><br/>An entire volley of 10 or more torpedoes erupted from the Exilis' bow, disrupting the cloak. The topedoes sped to their target, hitting the Repulsor directly in it's engines. Without shields, this would be a crippling blow."
9664,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=450,2014-12-15T16:02:00,The Orson Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pantorrum <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22808105#p22808105"">wrote</a>:</cite><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Space Above Naboo</span><br/>Grievous had now boarded Karl's flagship, and slayed several troops at the door. He proceeded, quickly making his way to the bridge. After cutting a very clear circle, the door flew in and smoke blasted everywhere. <br/>In the confusion, the Commando Droids jumped through the door and fired on all the officers and bridge technicians. Grievous entered next, after the smoke had cleared. His Magna Guards followed. <br/><br/>""I have come as promised. Are you ready to die?""<br/>He sabers were all in hand, and he was unwounded. <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Naboo Surface</span><br/>As commanded, 10,000 battle droids prepared to march on the Gungans. Many had been killed in the attack before, but indeed there were some. An estimated 3 to 4,000 Gungans were still in fighting shape. They hoped to meet them in the same historic place where the Trade Federation had last fought the Gungan army...<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Ryloth</span></span><br/>Wat Tambor departed to his fleet, boarding a Lukrehulk Carrier. With him, there were 7 other Lukrehulks, 30 Munificent Frigates, 25 Techno Union Frigates, and 25 Recusant Destroyers. The fleet jumped to Ryloth...<br/><br/>When the fleet arrived, they were all in battle positions. Shields were at Maximum strength, and Ryloth was surrounded deep in Separatist space. There would be no reinforcements...<br/><br/>The fleet prepared to deploy a massive force of 6,000 Vulture Droids and 1,000 Hyena Bombers. After the space battle, Wat Tambor planned to deploy his Core Ships to the ground. In all, over 3 Million Battle Droids would be landed from the Core Ships for the invasion. <br/><br/>The fighters swarmed forward. There were definitely far to many to counter adequately. Some immediately went to kamikaze attacks, and the bombers targeted enemy command vessels. The Separatist Fleet was likely larger, thus Wat Tambor was not concerned...</div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Naboo</span><br/><br/>As the battle continued, the Imperial fleet held their ground, refusing to let the Separatists get the advantage over them. The pilots fought furiously with the droids, but nevertheless, many of them were shot down. The larger capital ships launched intense bombardments on the enemy capital ships.<br/><br/>As the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Repulsor</span>was hit by a broadside bombardment from Grievous's flagship, the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Repulsor</span>'s shields were finally brought down. Nevertheless, the large turbolaser batteries on the ship struck back, launching their own broadside bombardment on Grievous's flagship. However, the Star Destroyer was now crippled, as its engines had just been hit by enemy torpedoes.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, as droids began to board the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Repulsor</span>, a large firefight broke out in the ship as Stormtroopers tried to stop Grievous. Many of them were slain, and the rest retreated further into the ship. On the bridge, many officers and bridge technicians were also slain by the droids.<br/><br/>Nevertheless, as the smoke cleared, Karl stood with his red lightsaber lit, ready to face Grievous.<br/><br/>""The better question is...are you ready to die?"" Karl said. He then<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://starwars.wikia.com/wiki/Form_IV:_Ataru"" rel=""nofollow"">took his opening Ataru stance</a>and immediately decided to take advantage of the fact that Grievous couldn't use Force powers. Karl pushed his left hand out at Grievous and attempted to use Force push in order to pin Grievous against the wall."
9665,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=450,2014-12-15T16:18:00,Unified Imperial States,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Orson Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22808826#p22808826"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pantorrum <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22808105#p22808105"">wrote</a>:</cite><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Space Above Naboo</span><br/>Grievous had now boarded Karl's flagship, and slayed several troops at the door. He proceeded, quickly making his way to the bridge. After cutting a very clear circle, the door flew in and smoke blasted everywhere. <br/>In the confusion, the Commando Droids jumped through the door and fired on all the officers and bridge technicians. Grievous entered next, after the smoke had cleared. His Magna Guards followed. <br/><br/>""I have come as promised. Are you ready to die?""<br/>He sabers were all in hand, and he was unwounded. <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Naboo Surface</span><br/>As commanded, 10,000 battle droids prepared to march on the Gungans. Many had been killed in the attack before, but indeed there were some. An estimated 3 to 4,000 Gungans were still in fighting shape. They hoped to meet them in the same historic place where the Trade Federation had last fought the Gungan army...<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Ryloth</span></span><br/>Wat Tambor departed to his fleet, boarding a Lukrehulk Carrier. With him, there were 7 other Lukrehulks, 30 Munificent Frigates, 25 Techno Union Frigates, and 25 Recusant Destroyers. The fleet jumped to Ryloth...<br/><br/>When the fleet arrived, they were all in battle positions. Shields were at Maximum strength, and Ryloth was surrounded deep in Separatist space. There would be no reinforcements...<br/><br/>The fleet prepared to deploy a massive force of 6,000 Vulture Droids and 1,000 Hyena Bombers. After the space battle, Wat Tambor planned to deploy his Core Ships to the ground. In all, over 3 Million Battle Droids would be landed from the Core Ships for the invasion. <br/><br/>The fighters swarmed forward. There were definitely far to many to counter adequately. Some immediately went to kamikaze attacks, and the bombers targeted enemy command vessels. The Separatist Fleet was likely larger, thus Wat Tambor was not concerned...</div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Naboo</span><br/><br/>As the battle continued, the Imperial fleet held their ground, refusing to let the Separatists get the advantage over them. The pilots fought furiously with the droids, but nevertheless, many of them were shot down. The larger capital ships launched intense bombardments on the enemy capital ships. <br/><br/>As the <span style=""font-style: italic"">Repulsor</span> was hit by a broadside bombardment from Grievous's flagship, the <span style=""font-style: italic"">Repulsor</span>'s shields were finally brought down. Nevertheless, the large turbolaser batteries on the ship struck back, launching their own broadside bombardment on Grievous's flagship. However, the Star Destroyer was now crippled, as its engines had just been hit by enemy torpedoes.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, as droids began to board the <span style=""font-style: italic"">Repulsor</span>, a large firefight broke out in the ship as Stormtroopers tried to stop Grievous. Many of them were slain, and the rest retreated further into the ship. On the bridge, many officers and bridge technicians were also slain by the droids. <br/><br/>Nevertheless, as the smoke cleared, Karl stood with his red lightsaber lit, ready to face Grievous. <br/><br/>""The better question is...are you ready to die?"" Karl said. He then <a class=""postlink"" href=""http://starwars.wikia.com/wiki/Form_IV:_Ataru"" rel=""nofollow"">took his opening Ataru stance</a> and immediately decided to take advantage of the fact that Grievous couldn't use Force powers. Karl pushed his left hand out at Grievous and attempted to use Force push in order to pin Grievous against the wall.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Sir, their ship is crippled. Shall we prepare to board?"" Valarn answered almost immediately with, ""No, Grievous can do it alone. He likes it that way. Besides, we'll be here if he calls for us. Target that star destroyer over there...""<br/><br/>The Exilis changed it's direction and fired another volley at an Imperial I star destroyer, the torpedoes heading straight for the bridge tower.<br/>The Exilis had yet to be attacked in the midst of the battle. Valarn found this rather surprising, in a pleasant sort of wary."
9666,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=450,2014-12-15T16:25:00,Ancian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Unified Imperial States <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22808786#p22808786"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pantorrum <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22808105#p22808105"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Space Above Naboo</span><br/>Grievous had now boarded Karl's flagship, and slayed several troops at the door. He proceeded, quickly making his way to the bridge. After cutting a very clear circle, the door flew in and smoke blasted everywhere. <br/>In the confusion, the Commando Droids jumped through the door and fired on all the officers and bridge technicians. Grievous entered next, after the smoke had cleared. His Magna Guards followed. <br/><br/>""I have come as promised. Are you ready to die?""<br/>He sabers were all in hand, and he was unwounded <img alt="":bow:"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_notworthy.gif"" title=""Bowing""/> . </div></blockquote><br/><br/>""In range"", reported a bridge droid. ""Fire all torpedoes into the engine bank"", Valarn ordered.<br/><br/>An entire volley of 10 or more torpedoes erupted from the Exilis' bow, disrupting the cloak. The topedoes sped to their target, hitting the Repulsor directly in it's engines. Without shields, this would be a crippling blow.</div></blockquote><br/>Kiel walked onto the bridge wondering when his next land or boarding deployment would be....he hoped soon. Too much was happening that he wasn't a part of...he needs front line action. He grinned at Valarn. "" nice hit ner'vod."" At least he was being useful..."
9667,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=450,2014-12-15T16:29:00,The United Empire of Exucular,"<blockquote><div><cite>Capsland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22806813#p22806813"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The United Empire of Exucular <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22798696#p22798696"">wrote</a>:</cite>Balls of lightning were striking all around Cosmos. Several came dangerously close to his body nearly causing him to fall over. A few impacted against buildings causing small amounts of debris to explode around him. He had to duck as a rather large section of a wall came his way. People were running away yelling and screaming. With the Force Cosmos started throwing things behind him in hopes of causing Zonus to slow down.</div></blockquote><br/>Zonus continued to shoot lightning at Cosmos but then he noticed the debris flying towards him. He ignited his red lightsaber and carved his way through the debris as hit cam close, jumping on one piece, he landed on a roof. He continues to run but now he had the higher ground. ""Cosmos! Just give up!"" He was beginning to get more and more angry. He shot blasts of force at Cosmos, making craters in the ground and exploding buildings. The town was getting obliterated from this battle.</div></blockquote><br/>Things were getting difficult for Cosmos to say the least. Anything that wasn't bolted down was coming right at him. Not only that but he had to knock people out of the way of exploding debris with the Force. He looked up at the Sith and noticed the tone of his voice. He was becoming more enraged, this meant he was focusing more on killing him than on anything else. Cosmos took several more strides before jumping high into the air. Touching his left hand on a wall he used his own skill and The Force to move diagonally up until he was on equal level of Zonus. Gripping chunks of debris he began whipping them in the Sith Lord's direction."
9668,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=450,2014-12-15T16:30:00,Unified Imperial States,"<blockquote><div><cite>Ancian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22809118#p22809118"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Unified Imperial States <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22808786#p22808786"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""In range"", reported a bridge droid. ""Fire all torpedoes into the engine bank"", Valarn ordered.<br/><br/>An entire volley of 10 or more torpedoes erupted from the Exilis' bow, disrupting the cloak. The topedoes sped to their target, hitting the Repulsor directly in it's engines. Without shields, this would be a crippling blow.</div></blockquote><br/>Kiel walked onto the bridge wondering when his next land or boarding deployment would be....he hoped soon. Too much was happening that he wasn't a part of...he needs front line action. He grinned at Valarn. "" nice hit ner'vod."" At least he was being useful...</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Well, I suppose you could take that shuttle and a throng of B2s onto that crippled vessel over yonder"", Valarn said, nodding over at Karl's flagship. ""Go ahead and help out the General if you wish. I'll be here, keeping other ships at a distance."""
9669,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=450,2014-12-15T16:42:00,Capsland,"<blockquote><div><cite>The United Empire of Exucular <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22809164#p22809164"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Capsland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22806813#p22806813"">wrote</a>:</cite>Zonus continued to shoot lightning at Cosmos but then he noticed the debris flying towards him. He ignited his red lightsaber and carved his way through the debris as hit cam close, jumping on one piece, he landed on a roof. He continues to run but now he had the higher ground. ""Cosmos! Just give up!"" He was beginning to get more and more angry. He shot blasts of force at Cosmos, making craters in the ground and exploding buildings. The town was getting obliterated from this battle.</div></blockquote><br/>Things were getting difficult for Cosmos to say the least. Anything that wasn't bolted down was coming right at him. Not only that but he had to knock people out of the way of exploding debris with the Force. He looked up at the Sith and noticed the tone of his voice. He was becoming more enraged, this meant he was focusing more on killing him than on anything else. Cosmos took several more strides before jumping high into the air. Touching his left hand on a wall he used his own skill and The Force to move diagonally up until he was on equal level of Zonus. Gripping chunks of debris he began whipping them in the Sith Lord's direction.</div></blockquote><br/>Zonus saw Comsos maneuver up the building to get on his level. Then debris started flying towards him. Zonus used his force push to break the debris into rubble, it fell onto the streets hitting about 10 people. Zonus began to increase his efforts in stopping Cosmos. He ignited both of his lightsabers and threw them, both hitting near Cosmos' feet, gradually getting closer every hit. Cosmos would either have to stop and fight or maneuver back down a level. The lightsabers slashed the roofs of the buildings, causing red and black lines to appear. Only a yellow and red blur could be seen from the lightsabers. Zonus could feel Cosmos getting closer to being captured or at best, dead. During this he contacted Admiral Thrawn by pressing his communicator in his ear.<br/>""Admiral, I have engaged the Jedi. I am currently chasing him down! I will have him soon. Zonus out"""
9670,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=450,2014-12-15T16:43:00,Ancian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Unified Imperial States <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22809172#p22809172"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Ancian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22809118#p22809118"">wrote</a>:</cite>Kiel walked onto the bridge wondering when his next land or boarding deployment would be....he hoped soon. Too much was happening that he wasn't a part of...he needs front line action. He grinned at Valarn. "" nice hit ner'vod."" At least he was being useful...</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Well, I suppose you could take that shuttle and a throng of B2s onto that crippled vessel over yonder"", Valarn said, nodding over at Karl's flagship. ""Go ahead and help out the General if you wish. I'll be here, keeping other ships at a distance.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Great"" Kiel ran to collect 10 B2s and within 2 minutes was prepping to board the enemy vessel. He did a mental inventory... 2 wrist rockets on right forearm...minutes worth of flamethrower fuel on left.. And a retractable vibroblade on the right gauntlet. And ,of course, he thought, his DC17."
9671,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=450,2014-12-15T17:13:00,Ancian,"""OK droids when we finish docking we're going to try to make it to the bridge. Follow me and you'll do fine"" ""Yes Sir!"", replied the droids in sync. Kiel thought the whole talk in unison thing was a legend, guess its not ..."
9672,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=450,2014-12-15T17:43:00,Our Governator,"<blockquote><div><cite>The NAR <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22808606#p22808606"">wrote</a>:</cite>EDI, the AI that controlled and took care of the Normandy, sent a message on behalf of Commander Wolfe to Grand Moff Tarkin. It wasn't audio nor hologram, but a simple email.<br/><br/><dl class=""codebox""><dt>Code: <a href=""#"" onclick=""selectCode(this); return false;"">Select all</a></dt><dd><code>Dear Grand Moff Tarkin,<br/>  This is a high encryption message sent from the [NORMANDY SR-2]<br/><br/>Hello, Grand Moff Tarkin.  I am Commander Wolfe, commander of the 29th Marine Raiders, and Captain of the Normandy SR-2.  I know you are a busy man, but I feel what this message requests is important for the war that we are engaged in.  We are losing everywhere, and despite my team's successful mission on Naboo, we lost.  This had brought to my attention the real stakes of this war.  I wish to meet with you to discuss a new campaign and tactic in which we could use to give the Empire and advantage.  <br/><br/>Sincerely,<br/>  Commander Wolfe</code></dd></dl></div></blockquote><br/><br/>Grand Moff Tarkin was handed a datapad with the message on it, and responded with confirmation and coordinates. The message was encrypted and sent.<br/><br/>Tarkin ordered the ships in maintenance and construction over Sullust to be rushed and immediately sent to Eriadu. Tarkin also ordered Moff Ardus Kaine to monitor the sector for any unusual activity."
9673,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=450,2014-12-15T17:47:00,The NAR,"<blockquote><div><cite>Our Governator <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22810027#p22810027"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The NAR <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22808606#p22808606"">wrote</a>:</cite>EDI, the AI that controlled and took care of the Normandy, sent a message on behalf of Commander Wolfe to Grand Moff Tarkin. It wasn't audio nor hologram, but a simple email.<br/><br/><dl class=""codebox""><dt>Code: <a href=""#"" onclick=""selectCode(this); return false;"">Select all</a></dt><dd><code>Dear Grand Moff Tarkin,<br/>  This is a high encryption message sent from the [NORMANDY SR-2]<br/><br/>Hello, Grand Moff Tarkin.  I am Commander Wolfe, commander of the 29th Marine Raiders, and Captain of the Normandy SR-2.  I know you are a busy man, but I feel what this message requests is important for the war that we are engaged in.  We are losing everywhere, and despite my team's successful mission on Naboo, we lost.  This had brought to my attention the real stakes of this war.  I wish to meet with you to discuss a new campaign and tactic in which we could use to give the Empire and advantage.  <br/><br/>Sincerely,<br/>  Commander Wolfe</code></dd></dl></div></blockquote><br/><br/>Grand Moff Tarkin was handed a datapad with the message on it, and responded with confirmation and coordinates. The message was encrypted and sent.<br/><br/>Tarkin ordered the ships in maintenance and construction over Sullust to be rushed and immediately sent to Eriadu. Tarkin also ordered Moff Ardus Kaine to monitor the sector for any unusual activity.</div></blockquote><br/>A beep went of on Michael's comm. He had a confirmation code from Grand Moff Tarkin. ""Admiral, it has been a pleasure, but I need to go. I will talk to you via-hologram"". Michael boarded the Normandy..."
9674,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=450,2014-12-15T17:57:00,Nation of cool guys,"<blockquote><div><cite>Our Governator <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22808539#p22808539"">wrote</a>:</cite>Grand Moff Tarkin was careful to keep the ground troops on the ships that originally belonged to the other Moffs -- he wouldn't want news of his pet project to spread in idle soldier's gossip. While still in his office on Eriadu, he sent a comm message to Grand Admiral Thrawn, informing him that he was back in the outer rim and to update him on his progress in defeating General Grevious.<br/><br/>Tarkin assessed his fleet. He determined that in order to bring the Confederacy to its knees, he would have to have a larger fleet; a fleet that would be an unstoppable force and demoralize the rebellion, forcing them to pull back from the inner territories. Tarkin began contacting the planet of Sullust as well, checking in on the Star Destroyers docked there. <br/><br/>Grand Moff Tarkin ordered the Moffs to return to their planets and begin drafting citizens to protect the outer rim territories. For the time, Tarkin remained on Eriadu, resting in his home planet.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Thrawn received the message, and composed a reply<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">|:=:|Heavily encrypted message |:=:|<br/>My greetings, Grand Moff, I'm glad to hear you're back in the Outer Rim. <br/>The battle against Grievous is going poorly, as I believe I have offended what little honor he has left. He has dedicated vast Separatist fleets to hunting me down, although I feel here at Kuat he isn't foolish enough to assault us, yet. We need to increase our navy's size and cripple theirs, as they outnumber is.<br/>Also, I feel that they are planning something. Have we confirmed that the wreckage of the Malevolence has not been stolen? If they attempt to reconstruct it or even build another, we could be at a serious disadvantage.</blockquote>"
9675,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=450,2014-12-15T18:02:00,The NAR,"When the crew was onboard the ship, the Normandy would leave the hanger, entering space. Soon after, they would blast away into hyperspace..."
9676,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=450,2014-12-15T18:07:00,Our Governator,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nation of cool guys <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22810250#p22810250"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Our Governator <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22808539#p22808539"">wrote</a>:</cite>Grand Moff Tarkin was careful to keep the ground troops on the ships that originally belonged to the other Moffs -- he wouldn't want news of his pet project to spread in idle soldier's gossip. While still in his office on Eriadu, he sent a comm message to Grand Admiral Thrawn, informing him that he was back in the outer rim and to update him on his progress in defeating General Grevious.<br/><br/>Tarkin assessed his fleet. He determined that in order to bring the Confederacy to its knees, he would have to have a larger fleet; a fleet that would be an unstoppable force and demoralize the rebellion, forcing them to pull back from the inner territories. Tarkin began contacting the planet of Sullust as well, checking in on the Star Destroyers docked there. <br/><br/>Grand Moff Tarkin ordered the Moffs to return to their planets and begin drafting citizens to protect the outer rim territories. For the time, Tarkin remained on Eriadu, resting in his home planet.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Thrawn received the message, and composed a reply<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">|:=:|Heavily encrypted message |:=:|<br/>My greetings, Grand Moff, I'm glad to hear you're back in the Outer Rim. <br/>The battle against Grievous is going poorly, as I believe I have offended what little honor he has left. He has dedicated vast Separatist fleets to hunting me down, although I feel here at Kuat he isn't foolish enough to assault us, yet. We need to increase our navy's size and cripple theirs, as they outnumber is.<br/>Also, I feel that they are planning something. Have we confirmed that the wreckage of the Malevolence has not been stolen? If they attempt to reconstruct it or even build another, we could be at a serious disadvantage.</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/>Upon receiving the message, Grand Moff Tarkin recorded an encrypted holomessage in response.<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Grand Admiral, I have decided to pursue a chokehold strategy on the rebels -- I will begin a campaign of capturing all separatist worlds in the outer rim. This will not only cut off the supply lines of General Grevious, but also force his fleet to abandon Naboo. I also feel it necessary to inform you that should you encounter any separatist leader, no mercy is to be shown. We must cut the head off of the rancor and let it flail about and die.<br/><br/>As for the wreckage of the Malevolence, I worry not -- the thing is no match for an Imperial Star Destroyer. Tarkin out.</blockquote><br/><br/>The message was sent to Grand Admiral Thrawn."
9677,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=450,2014-12-15T18:16:00,Nation of cool guys,"<blockquote><div><cite>Our Governator <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22810396#p22810396"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Nation of cool guys <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22810250#p22810250"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Thrawn received the message, and composed a reply<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">|:=:|Heavily encrypted message |:=:|<br/>My greetings, Grand Moff, I'm glad to hear you're back in the Outer Rim. <br/>The battle against Grievous is going poorly, as I believe I have offended what little honor he has left. He has dedicated vast Separatist fleets to hunting me down, although I feel here at Kuat he isn't foolish enough to assault us, yet. We need to increase our navy's size and cripple theirs, as they outnumber is.<br/>Also, I feel that they are planning something. Have we confirmed that the wreckage of the Malevolence has not been stolen? If they attempt to reconstruct it or even build another, we could be at a serious disadvantage.</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/>Upon receiving the message, Grand Moff Tarkin recorded an encrypted holomessage in response.<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Grand Admiral, I have decided to pursue a chokehold strategy on the rebels -- I will begin a campaign of capturing all separatist worlds in the outer rim. This will not only cut off the supply lines of General Grevious, but also force his fleet to abandon Naboo. I also feel it necessary to inform you that should you encounter any separatist leader, no mercy is to be shown. We must cut the head off of the rancor and let it flail about and die.<br/><br/>As for the wreckage of the Malevolence, I worry not -- the thing is no match for an Imperial Star Destroyer. Tarkin out.</blockquote><br/><br/>The message was sent to Grand Admiral Thrawn.</div></blockquote><br/>Thrawn nodded to himself when he got the response. It was time to attack Naboo again, and this time there would be no turning back. His fleet combined with Spar's was more than enough to deal with the Separatist presence there.<br/>""We will assault Naboo soon. Please begin your attacks as soon as possible to send the Separatist fleet into disarray ""<br/><br/>""Fleet, prepare to enter Hyperspace, course for Naboo"" he ordered."
9678,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=450,2014-12-15T18:18:00,The NAR,"A few minutes later, the Normandy would blast out of Hyperspace into the mass of ships that was Grand Moff Tarkin's Fleet. Approaching the Command Vessel, the Normandy requested permission to dock."
9679,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=450,2014-12-15T18:23:00,The Orson Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Unified Imperial States <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22809026#p22809026"">wrote</a>:</cite><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>The Orson Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22808826#p22808826"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Naboo</span><br/><br/>As the battle continued, the Imperial fleet held their ground, refusing to let the Separatists get the advantage over them. The pilots fought furiously with the droids, but nevertheless, many of them were shot down. The larger capital ships launched intense bombardments on the enemy capital ships. <br/><br/>As the <span style=""font-style: italic"">Repulsor</span> was hit by a broadside bombardment from Grievous's flagship, the <span style=""font-style: italic"">Repulsor</span>'s shields were finally brought down. Nevertheless, the large turbolaser batteries on the ship struck back, launching their own broadside bombardment on Grievous's flagship. However, the Star Destroyer was now crippled, as its engines had just been hit by enemy torpedoes.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, as droids began to board the <span style=""font-style: italic"">Repulsor</span>, a large firefight broke out in the ship as Stormtroopers tried to stop Grievous. Many of them were slain, and the rest retreated further into the ship. On the bridge, many officers and bridge technicians were also slain by the droids. <br/><br/>Nevertheless, as the smoke cleared, Karl stood with his red lightsaber lit, ready to face Grievous. <br/><br/>""The better question is...are you ready to die?"" Karl said. He then <a class=""postlink"" href=""http://starwars.wikia.com/wiki/Form_IV:_Ataru"" rel=""nofollow"">took his opening Ataru stance</a> and immediately decided to take advantage of the fact that Grievous couldn't use Force powers. Karl pushed his left hand out at Grievous and attempted to use Force push in order to pin Grievous against the wall.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Sir, their ship is crippled. Shall we prepare to board?"" Valarn answered almost immediately with, ""No, Grievous can do it alone. He likes it that way. Besides, we'll be here if he calls for us. Target that star destroyer over there...""<br/><br/>The Exilis changed it's direction and fired another volley at an Imperial I star destroyer, the torpedoes heading straight for the bridge tower.<br/>The Exilis had yet to be attacked in the midst of the battle. Valarn found this rather surprising, in a pleasant sort of wary.</div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/>Some of the Dreadnaught heavy cruisers, Victory Star Destroyers, and Acclamators began to draw their fire away from Grievous's fleet, and they began to open fire on the Exilis instead in order to repulse the attacks from the Exilis.<br/><br/>As for the Star Destroyer, it managed to survive the torpedo attack due to its particle shielding, but the power of the shields were reduced. As a result, the Star Destroyer pulled away from the front of the fleet in order to avoid being targeted.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, since Karl was busy fighting Grievous, Karl's second-in-command called in Imperial reinforcements from nearby star systems in the Mid Rim."
9680,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=450,2014-12-15T18:31:00,Nation of cool guys,"Over Naboo, Thrawn's fleet emerged from hyperspace in a blaze of light. Shields and turbolasers fully charged, they began to open fire on the already embattled Separatist fleet. the Mandator-IIs and Mandator-Is, as well as several Mandalorian dreadnoughts, followed by the immense Executor-class Star Dreadnought, began to cut a swathe in the Separatist fleet. Behind the lead assault came numerous other ships, both Imperial and Mandalorian. And Thrawn had yet to reveal his greatest surprise"
9681,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=450,2014-12-15T18:34:00,Ancian,"Kiel and his 10 B2s busted into mid ship, he assumed grievous was in the bridge. He lead his small column of droids that way."
9682,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=475,2014-12-15T18:34:00,Our Governator,"Grand Moff Tarkin exited the governor's mansion and entered an imperial shuttle that lifted off and brought him up to his flagship, the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Executrix</span>. He ordered Captain Darcc, the captain of the ship, to warm up the hyperspace drive and set a course for Elrood, a confederate controlled planet. Tarkin ordered the fleet to be primed, but to wait until his order.<br/><br/>Tarkin stood on the bridge, looking out the observation deck, as always; Tarkin watched the stars and saw the Normandy pop out of hyperspace.. The crew ran checks on each ship to ensure that they were up to snuff, that all firing power was at maximum. Tarkin knew the small planet of Elrood would be easy prey.<br/><br/>Captain Darcc allowed the Normandy to dock. An officer went to the airlock with a few stormtroopers to welcome the Commander to the ship. The airlock area was dark and large, with various officers working to maintain the ship. An occasional mouse droid went past."
9683,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=475,2014-12-15T18:38:00,Nation of cool guys,"As the deadly waves of turbolaser fire lanced out from the deadnought force at the front, Thrawn send a communication to Grand Moff Tarkin.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Grand Moff, I have begun my assault on Grievous's fleet. I can either allow some to escape or trap them with a gravity well generator, the choice is yours. They are heavily outgunned.""</blockquote>"
9684,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=475,2014-12-15T18:39:00,The Orson Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nation of cool guys <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22810698#p22810698"">wrote</a>:</cite>Over Naboo, Thrawn's fleet emerged from hyperspace in a blaze of light. Shields and turbolasers fully charged, they began to open fire on the already embattled Separatist fleet. the Mandator-IIs and Mandator-Is, as well as several Mandalorian dreadnoughts, followed by the immense Executor-class Star Dreadnought, began to cut a swathe in the Separatist fleet. Behind the lead assault came numerous other ships, both Imperial and Mandalorian. And Thrawn had yet to reveal his greatest surprise</div></blockquote><br/>The defending Imperial fleet was relieved to see Thrawn return with a massive fleet, which included several dreadnoughts. The ships knew now that Grievous and his attacking fleet were doomed. Karl's fleet began an even more intense bombardment on the CIS ships, while TIE pilots joined up with Thrawn's starfighters.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, Karl's second-in-command, who had already fled Karl's flagship and was on another Star Destroyer, send a transmission to Thrawn.<br/><br/>""Greetings, sir,"" the officer said. ""I am contacting you on behalf of Fleet Admiral Karl Omega, the leader of the defending Imperial forces that were over Naboo before you returned. Currently, Admiral Omega is engaged in combat with General Grievous himself, and due to the admiral's experience in...the Jedi arts, I suspect he will be able to destroy Grievous, which will be a major blow to the Separatist cause."""
9685,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=475,2014-12-15T18:40:00,The NAR,"<blockquote><div><cite>Our Governator <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22810743#p22810743"">wrote</a>:</cite>Grand Moff Tarkin exited the governor's mansion and entered an imperial shuttle that lifted off and brought him up to his flagship, the <span style=""font-style: italic"">Executrix</span>. He ordered Captain Darcc, the captain of the ship, to warm up the hyperspace drive and set a course for Elrood, a confederate controlled planet. Tarkin ordered the fleet to be primed, but to wait until his order. <br/><br/>Tarkin stood on the bridge, looking out the observation deck, as always; Tarkin watched the stars and saw the Normandy pop out of hyperspace.. The crew ran checks on each ship to ensure that they were up to snuff, that all firing power was at maximum. Tarkin knew the small planet of Elrood would be easy prey.<br/><br/>Captain Darcc allowed the Normandy to dock. An officer went to the airlock with a few stormtroopers to welcome the Commander to the ship. The airlock area was dark and large, with various officers working to maintain the ship. An occasional mouse droid went past.</div></blockquote><br/>Michael walked out of the cargo bay wearing his traditional Officer's uniform. He saluted the officer."
9686,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=475,2014-12-15T18:41:00,Nation of cool guys,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Orson Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22810802#p22810802"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Nation of cool guys <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22810698#p22810698"">wrote</a>:</cite>Over Naboo, Thrawn's fleet emerged from hyperspace in a blaze of light. Shields and turbolasers fully charged, they began to open fire on the already embattled Separatist fleet. the Mandator-IIs and Mandator-Is, as well as several Mandalorian dreadnoughts, followed by the immense Executor-class Star Dreadnought, began to cut a swathe in the Separatist fleet. Behind the lead assault came numerous other ships, both Imperial and Mandalorian. And Thrawn had yet to reveal his greatest surprise</div></blockquote><br/>The defending Imperial fleet was relieved to see Thrawn return with a massive fleet, which included several dreadnoughts. The ships knew now that Grievous and his attacking fleet were doomed. Karl's fleet began an even more intense bombardment on the CIS ships, while TIE pilots joined up with Thrawn's starfighters.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, Karl's second-in-command, who had already fled Karl's flagship and was on another Star Destroyer, send a transmission to Thrawn.<br/><br/>""Greetings, sir,"" the officer said. ""I am contacting you on behalf of Fleet Admiral Karl Omega, the leader of the defending Imperial forces that were over Naboo before you returned. Currently, Admiral Omega is engaged in combat with General Grievous himself, and due to the admiral's experience in...the Jedi arts, I suspect he will be able to destroy Grievous, which will be a major blow to the Separatist cause.""</div></blockquote><br/>Thrawn was surprised the Fleet Admiral was brave enough to battle with Grievous. ""Can you tell me which vessel is Grievous's flagship? I'd like to wipe that one off the map first. And does the Fleet Admiral wish for reinforcements, I have several squadrons of Mandalorian Supercommandos ready for deployment"""
9687,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=475,2014-12-15T18:49:00,The Orson Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nation of cool guys <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22810838#p22810838"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Orson Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22810802#p22810802"">wrote</a>:</cite>The defending Imperial fleet was relieved to see Thrawn return with a massive fleet, which included several dreadnoughts. The ships knew now that Grievous and his attacking fleet were doomed. Karl's fleet began an even more intense bombardment on the CIS ships, while TIE pilots joined up with Thrawn's starfighters.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, Karl's second-in-command, who had already fled Karl's flagship and was on another Star Destroyer, send a transmission to Thrawn.<br/><br/>""Greetings, sir,"" the officer said. ""I am contacting you on behalf of Fleet Admiral Karl Omega, the leader of the defending Imperial forces that were over Naboo before you returned. Currently, Admiral Omega is engaged in combat with General Grievous himself, and due to the admiral's experience in...the Jedi arts, I suspect he will be able to destroy Grievous, which will be a major blow to the Separatist cause.""</div></blockquote><br/>Thrawn was surprised the Fleet Admiral was brave enough to battle with Grievous. ""Can you tell me which vessel is Grievous's flagship? I'd like to wipe that one off the map first. And does the Fleet Admiral wish for reinforcements, I have several squadrons of Mandalorian Supercommandos ready for deployment""</div></blockquote><br/>""We are sending you the coordinates of the location of Grievous's flagship now,"" the officer replied. ""Based on our observations, it appears to be a modified Providence-class Destroyer.""<br/><br/>As the crew on the bridge began sending the coordinates, the officer would then say,""As for reinforcements, the Fleet Admiral cannot give out requests or orders right now, since he is locked in battle. However, I am acting on his behalf, and those Mandalorians would be of use to us....go ahead and send them in."""
9688,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=475,2014-12-15T18:53:00,Nation of cool guys,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Orson Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22810958#p22810958"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Nation of cool guys <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22810838#p22810838"">wrote</a>:</cite>Thrawn was surprised the Fleet Admiral was brave enough to battle with Grievous. ""Can you tell me which vessel is Grievous's flagship? I'd like to wipe that one off the map first. And does the Fleet Admiral wish for reinforcements, I have several squadrons of Mandalorian Supercommandos ready for deployment""</div></blockquote><br/>""We are sending you the coordinates of the location of Grievous's flagship now,"" the officer replied. ""Based on our observations, it appears to be a modified Providence-class Destroyer.""<br/><br/>As the crew on the bridge began sending the coordinates, the officer would then say,""As for reinforcements, the Fleet Admiral cannot give out requests or orders right now, since he is locked in battle. However, I am acting on his behalf, and those Mandalorians would be of use to us....go ahead and send them in.""</div></blockquote><br/>Several of the dreadnoughts brought their punishing fire to bear on the modified Providence-class ship. It's shields held for the moment but it couldn't withstand the firepower of the Mandalorian dreadnoughts and Mandators.<br/>Meanwhile, nearly 150 Mandalorian Supercommandos aboard their Basilisk War Droids launched onto the Fleet Admiral's flagship and boarded."
9689,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=475,2014-12-15T18:56:00,Our Governator,"The officer, a medium build man in a black uniform, saluted the Commander. Behind him, two stormtroopers stood at attention. ""Commander. Grand Moff Tarkin requests that you order your ship to prepare to hyperspace to these coordinates,"" the officer hands him a datapad.<br/><br/>""Once this is done he will see you."""
9690,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=475,2014-12-15T18:57:00,The Orson Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Ancian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22810736#p22810736"">wrote</a>:</cite>Kiel and his 10 B2s busted into mid ship, he assumed grievous was in the bridge. He lead his small column of droids that way.</div></blockquote><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Nation of cool guys <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22811012#p22811012"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Orson Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22810958#p22810958"">wrote</a>:</cite>""We are sending you the coordinates of the location of Grievous's flagship now,"" the officer replied. ""Based on our observations, it appears to be a modified Providence-class Destroyer.""<br/><br/>As the crew on the bridge began sending the coordinates, the officer would then say,""As for reinforcements, the Fleet Admiral cannot give out requests or orders right now, since he is locked in battle. However, I am acting on his behalf, and those Mandalorians would be of use to us....go ahead and send them in.""</div></blockquote><br/>Several of the dreadnoughts brought their punishing fire to bear on the modified Providence-class ship. It's shields held for the moment but it couldn't withstand the firepower of the Mandalorian dreadnoughts and Mandators.<br/>Meanwhile, nearly 150 Mandalorian Supercommandos aboard their Basilisk War Droids launched onto the Fleet Admiral's flagship and boarded.</div></blockquote><br/>As the 150 Mandalorian Supercommandos boarder Karl's flagship, the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Repulsor</span>, the Stormtroopers were already fighting Kiel and his 10 B2's. Fortunately, the Stormtroopers still had their experience they had gained while fighting as clones during the Clone Wars, so they proved to be a challenge for the boarding party."
9691,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=475,2014-12-15T19:03:00,Ancian,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Orson Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22811078#p22811078"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Ancian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22810736#p22810736"">wrote</a>:</cite>Kiel and his 10 B2s busted into mid ship, he assumed grievous was in the bridge. He lead his small column of droids that way.</div></blockquote><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Nation of cool guys <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22811012#p22811012"">wrote</a>:</cite>Several of the dreadnoughts brought their punishing fire to bear on the modified Providence-class ship. It's shields held for the moment but it couldn't withstand the firepower of the Mandalorian dreadnoughts and Mandators.<br/>Meanwhile, nearly 150 Mandalorian Supercommandos aboard their Basilisk War Droids launched onto the Fleet Admiral's flagship and boarded.</div></blockquote><br/>As the 150 Mandalorian Supercommandos boarder Karl's flagship, the <span style=""font-style: italic"">Repulsor</span>, the Stormtroopers were already fighting Kiel and his 10 B2's. Fortunately, the Stormtroopers still had their experience they had gained while fighting as clones during the Clone Wars, so they proved to be a challenge for the boarding party.</div></blockquote><br/>Kiel, as a renegade alpha ARC captain, hated to fight fellow clones, but that didn't stop him. As the droids returned fire, he fired his only two wrist rockets at them, then opened fire with deadly precision with his DC17."
9692,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=475,2014-12-15T19:04:00,Draica,"After realizing Naboo could potentially fall, Chairrman Hill decided to make a daring escape. He skitted out of Theed's palace, escorted by 6 B2 Super Battledroids, and slipped into his shuttle with 4 of them. Hill's shuttle slowly lifted to the atmosphere, then immediately zipped from the surface of Naboo, escorted by 6 Vulture Droids.<br/>""Chairman hill, we are preparing for hyperspace in 3..2...1..."" Unless it was spotted, the shuttle zipped safely into hyperspace and the vulture droids dispersed to attack the Imperial fleet.<br/><br/><br/>After looking over the holographic synopsis of the current situation over Naboo, Gunray immediately contacted Ventress,<br/>""Ventress, forget my order to go to Tatooine, reinforce Griveous's fleet back at Naboo,"" He said.<br/>""Make up your mind, Viceroy,"" Ventress said, rolling her eyes as she clicked off her communication. ""Back to Naboo, Captain."" Ventress shouted. After a few minutes of waiting, Ventress's small fleet zipped into hyperspace, towards the nearby planet of Naboo."
9693,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=475,2014-12-15T19:07:00,The NAR,"<blockquote><div><cite>Our Governator <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22811070#p22811070"">wrote</a>:</cite>The officer, a medium build man in a black uniform, saluted the Commander. Behind him, two stormtroopers stood at attention. ""Commander. Grand Moff Tarkin requests that you order your ship to prepare to hyperspace to these coordinates,"" the officer hands him a datapad.<br/><br/>""Once this is done he will see you.""</div></blockquote><br/>Michael examined the coordinated. ""Naboo?"" he asked, a little flustered"
9694,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=475,2014-12-15T19:16:00,Unified Imperial States,"Due to the focused fire on the Exilis, Valarn had no other choice than to have his Munificent take evasive actions, halting it's fire of torpedoes to stop disruptions to the cloaking system. While the ships may not have been able to find their target, enough shots in the right area could prove damaging, and would run the risk of revealing the vessel.<br/><br/>""Sir, there are several star dreadnoughts approaching the vicinity. We cannot stay here"", reported the droid commander. ""I know... Get a comm link to Kiel. Tell him to warn Grievous, if he can, and to get back to the shuttle.""<br/><br/>Once it was a healthy distance away from where the other ships started firing on it, it banked around and headed on a path towards the enemy flagship once again, but without firing so much as a single shot in hopes to avoid detection whilst cloaked."
9695,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=475,2014-12-15T19:23:00,Ancian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Unified Imperial States <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22811387#p22811387"">wrote</a>:</cite>Due to the focused fire on the Exilis, Valarn had no other choice than to have his Munificent take evasive actions, halting it's fire of torpedoes to stop disruptions to the cloaking system. While the ships may not have been able to find their target, enough shots in the right area could prove damaging, and would run the risk of revealing the vessel.<br/><br/>""Sir, there are several star dreadnoughts approaching the vicinity. We cannot stay here"", reported the droid commander. ""I know... Get a comm link to Kiel. Tell him to warn Grievous, if he can, and to get back to the shuttle.""<br/><br/>Once it was a healthy distance away from where the other ships started firing on it, it banked around and headed on a path towards the enemy flagship once again, but without firing so much as a single shot in hopes to avoid detection whilst cloaked.</div></blockquote><br/>He got a comm in his helmet. ""A little busy! Oh...shab. Understood. I won't be leaving in a flash... But I think I can make it out."" He closed the comm and proceeded to comm grievous. ""Sorry general but we got to bang out<span style=""font-style: italic"">fast</span>cause enemy reinforcements are in orbit... And on board."" This situation was getting tricky..."
9696,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=475,2014-12-15T19:38:00,The Intergalactic Russian Empire,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Fondor</span></span></span><br/>Unit-0 stood on the bridge of his new ship, the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Hailstorm</span>looking at the space dock, the third largest in the galaxy, he was looking in awe at a massive ship being created, a Subjugator class heavy cruiser. It looked amazing and would most certainly win the war. Unit-0 had gotten the news that Grievous had taken most of the CIS fleet to Naboo and said ""The fool is going to cripple the entire Separatist Navy! I thought he was a good commander."""
9697,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=475,2014-12-15T19:44:00,Marsisian,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Gunray's Citadel<br/>CIS Council</span><br/><br/>Going back to the Council for orders on what to do next and to provide suggestions, he walked into the door and met the Council, notably missing Hill. ""Greetings. I came here for orders and I was hoping you could provide. During my time at Korriban I also encountered some interesting droid designs, I'll provide them to you if you'd like."""
9698,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=475,2014-12-15T20:16:00,Our Governator,"""No,"" the officer said calmly, his hands behind his back. ""Elrood. A small separatist planet with plenty of Imperial sympathy. We will take it to alert the separatists that we're in their backyard."""
9699,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=475,2014-12-15T20:19:00,The NAR,"<blockquote><div><cite>Our Governator <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22812246#p22812246"">wrote</a>:</cite>""No,"" the officer said calmly, his hands behind his back. ""Elrood. A small separatist planet with plenty of Imperial sympathy. We will take it to alert the separatists that we're in their backyard.""</div></blockquote><br/>""The Raiders go in and take them out?"" he asked"
9700,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=475,2014-12-15T20:21:00,Draica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Marsisian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22811842#p22811842"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Gunray's Citadel<br/>CIS Council</span><br/><br/>Going back to the Council for orders on what to do next and to provide suggestions, he walked into the door and met the Council, notably missing Hill. ""Greetings. I came here for orders and I was hoping you could provide. During my time at Korriban I also encountered some interesting droid designs, I'll provide them to you if you'd like.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""I believe you are mistaken, Insanus."" Gunray said as he sat in his throne alone, accompanied by two aides, ""Were you expecting others? And of course, present these designs to me, if you will. After that, I need you and a fleet to head to Naboo, things are not looking pretty there."""
9701,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=475,2014-12-15T20:25:00,Our Governator,"<blockquote><div><cite>The NAR <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22812298#p22812298"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Our Governator <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22812246#p22812246"">wrote</a>:</cite>""No,"" the officer said calmly, his hands behind his back. ""Elrood. A small separatist planet with plenty of Imperial sympathy. We will take it to alert the separatists that we're in their backyard.""</div></blockquote><br/>""The Raiders go in and take them out?"" he asked</div></blockquote><br/>The officer nodded. ""I believe the Grand Moff's exact words were ""cut the head off of the rancor"". Kill the separatist leaders. Let the population know the Empire is watching them. Our fleet will soon be there to back your squadron up and enforce our rule on the planet.""<br/><br/>--<br/><br/>On the bridge, Tarkin was informed of the interception of the Commander. Hands behind his back, watching out the observation deck, he orated an order to the engineers and pilots. ""Set a course for Naboo. We will help to end the battle there. Inform Admiral Thrawn of our imminent arrival. Grevious will be destroyed.""<br/><br/>Captain Darcc began barking orders at the pilots and engineers, and conferencing with the other captains. Soon, the star destroyers, frigates, and cruisers were all pointing toward Naboo."
9702,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=475,2014-12-15T20:26:00,The NAR,"<blockquote><div><cite>Our Governator <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22812361#p22812361"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The NAR <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22812298#p22812298"">wrote</a>:</cite>""The Raiders go in and take them out?"" he asked</div></blockquote><br/>The officer nodded. ""I believe the Grand Moff's exact words were ""cut the head off of the rancor"". Kill the separatist leaders. Let the population know the Empire is watching them. Our fleet will soon be there to back your squadron up and enforce our rule on the planet.""<br/><br/>--<br/><br/>On the bridge, Tarkin was informed of the interception of the Commander. Hands behind his back, watching out the observation deck, he orated an order to the engineers and pilots. ""Set a course for Naboo. We will help to end the battle there. Inform Admiral Thrawn of our imminent arrival. Grevious will be destroyed.""<br/><br/>Captain Darcc began barking orders at the pilots and engineers, and conferencing with the other captains. Soon, the star destroyers, frigates, and cruisers were all pointing toward Naboo.</div></blockquote><br/>Michael saluted. ""For the Empire"". He boarded the Normandy and it left the hanger, soon blasting off into Hyperspace for this planet... cut off the head of the rancor..."
9703,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=475,2014-12-15T20:32:00,Marsisian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Draica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22812320#p22812320"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Marsisian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22811842#p22811842"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Gunray's Citadel<br/>CIS Council</span><br/><br/>Going back to the Council for orders on what to do next and to provide suggestions, he walked into the door and met the Council, notably missing Hill. ""Greetings. I came here for orders and I was hoping you could provide. During my time at Korriban I also encountered some interesting droid designs, I'll provide them to you if you'd like.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""I believe you are mistaken, Insanus."" Gunray said as he sat in his throne alone, accompanied by two aides, ""Were you expecting others? And of course, present these designs to me, if you will. After that, I need you and a fleet to head to Naboo, things are not looking pretty there.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Ah. I presumed the entire Council was here. It appears I was mistaken. But I shall go back to Naboo. Here are the designs."" Handing over the designs to the Sentinel droid to Gunray and walking back out the door, Insanus was wondering why everybody was funneling resources into Naboo."
9704,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=475,2014-12-15T20:35:00,Our Governator,"Tarkin's fleet departed Eriadu and headed for Naboo. On the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Executrix</span>, Tarkin sat in his quarters, reviewing maps of the galaxy. The planet of Indupar sat between Eriadu and the core. It sat within separatist space, right in the middle of the massive trade route to the outer rim that stretched through his home planet. If Indupar could be taken for the Empire, it would cut the rebels off, trapping the rebel planets closer to the core, and surrounding them with pure Imperial space.<br/><br/>The ships soon arrived on the edge of the Chommel sector, and began heading toward Naboo. Grand Moff Tarkin believed that if Grevious could be defeated, the offensive days of the Confederacy were over. A proverbial Battle of Malachor V, it would send the separatists on the defensive. As they closed in on Naboo, fighters and bombers were scrambled, with squads of 6 fighters protecting every squad of four bombers in a double arrow shape. Soon, the space surrounding the star destroyers were swarming with TIE fighters."
9705,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=475,2014-12-15T20:40:00,Draica,"All of a sudden, the Council hologram would light up, and all of the members of the Seperatist Council would appear in front of Gunray. All Seperatist members except Wat Tambor were present.<br/>""Viceroy, our money is being wasted on Naboo! Do you really think the Empire will let us have their Emperor's home planet?"" Hill asked.<br/>""This foolishness will end up costing us money and resources! A lot of our planets are undefended, we must spread our ships out, not keep them in one small little space."" Tikkes remarked.<br/><br/>Other members of the Council voiced their agreement. Gunray looked at Insanus, as if he was saying 'I hate my life,' before turning back to the Council,<br/>""Alright!"" Gunray said, barely being able to raise his voice, ""I'l personally order the retreat of all Seperatist fleets in the Naboo System.."" He said, turning to his personal communicator. He sent this message to all Seperatist fleets in the galaxy:<br/>""This is Viceroy Gunray. Given the recent predicaments surrounding Naboo, and the amount of resources we have, it is the consensus of the Council that it is worthless to continue fighting over the Emperor's home. Thereforth, by order of the Seperatist Council all ships in the Naboo system are ordered to retreat from it and go elsewhere.<br/><br/>That'll be all."" Gunray said as his communication flickered off.<br/><br/>""All, Insanus"" Chairman Hill said, ""How good it is to see you..."" He said as Insanus walked out the door, hoping to stop him."
9706,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=475,2014-12-15T20:40:00,The United Empire of Exucular,"<blockquote><div><cite>Capsland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22809313#p22809313"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The United Empire of Exucular <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22809164#p22809164"">wrote</a>:</cite>Things were getting difficult for Cosmos to say the least. Anything that wasn't bolted down was coming right at him. Not only that but he had to knock people out of the way of exploding debris with the Force. He looked up at the Sith and noticed the tone of his voice. He was becoming more enraged, this meant he was focusing more on killing him than on anything else. Cosmos took several more strides before jumping high into the air. Touching his left hand on a wall he used his own skill and The Force to move diagonally up until he was on equal level of Zonus. Gripping chunks of debris he began whipping them in the Sith Lord's direction.</div></blockquote><br/>Zonus saw Comsos maneuver up the building to get on his level. Then debris started flying towards him. Zonus used his force push to break the debris into rubble, it fell onto the streets hitting about 10 people. Zonus began to increase his efforts in stopping Cosmos. He ignited both of his lightsabers and threw them, both hitting near Cosmos' feet, gradually getting closer every hit. Cosmos would either have to stop and fight or maneuver back down a level. The lightsabers slashed the roofs of the buildings, causing red and black lines to appear. Only a yellow and red blur could be seen from the lightsabers. Zonus could feel Cosmos getting closer to being captured or at best, dead. During this he contacted Admiral Thrawn by pressing his communicator in his ear.<br/>""Admiral, I have engaged the Jedi. I am currently chasing him down! I will have him soon. Zonus out""</div></blockquote><br/>Cosmos made a rather impressive body twist to avoid getting his head and legs cut off from the Sith sabers. He could feel the heat emanating from the plasma. Looking forward he realized he was close to where he wanted to go. With a high jump assisted by the Force he went high into the air closing the gap between himself and Zonn. To the people on the ground it would look like a blue spiral barreling at the man running across the roofs."
9707,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=500,2014-12-15T20:52:00,Unified Imperial States,"Valarn watched the battle. The Confederacy was doing quite well, but it wasn't enough for the Imperial reinforcements that were arriving. Even the Lukrehulks weren't enough to take down those Star Dreadnoughts. And seeing them fly past his cloaked ship made him feel very small."
9708,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=500,2014-12-15T21:17:00,Pantorrum,"Grievous got the transmission and sneered.<br/>His legs were extremely powerful, and gripped the floor allowing him to be only lightly affected by the force push.<br/>""Foolish force user, today will be your last."" He threw an electric rid into the window of the bridge, and it began to crack. It would not long until it shattered...<br/>A Magna Guard began to jab at the Jedi scum, while Grievous leaped into the air, and swung two of his sabers at his legs and two more at his chest...<br/><br/>Meanwhile, the Fleet began a full scale retreat. The massive fleet over Neimodia could have crushed the entire Imperial Fleet, but it would be a waste of time indeed. Grievous flagship left, along with the rest of the fleet...Grievous would make his escape another way.<br/>On the ground, the massive droid army had rushed onto their transports to leave the planets. Chairman Hill was rushed off the planet, as they escaped into Hyperspace. 50,000 droids had been left behind in Theed. That number, however, was very small.<br/>In moments, the Separatist Fleet was gone and had jumped to Neimodia. Grievous would strike back, and when he did, it would be with a great vengeance. The malevolence could deactivate any ship with its ION Rotar cannon. Every star Destroy in its path would be left powerless for its immense amount of armaments. When it was done, he would be unstoppable...and the time for completion was only months from at hand..."
9709,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=500,2014-12-15T21:23:00,Marsisian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Draica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22812555#p22812555"">wrote</a>:</cite>All of a sudden, the Council hologram would light up, and all of the members of the Seperatist Council would appear in front of Gunray. All Seperatist members except Wat Tambor were present.<br/>""Viceroy, our money is being wasted on Naboo! Do you really think the Empire will let us have their Emperor's home planet?"" Hill asked. <br/>""This foolishness will end up costing us money and resources! A lot of our planets are undefended, we must spread our ships out, not keep them in one small little space."" Tikkes remarked. <br/><br/>Other members of the Council voiced their agreement. Gunray looked at Insanus, as if he was saying 'I hate my life,' before turning back to the Council,<br/>""Alright!"" Gunray said, barely being able to raise his voice, ""I'l personally order the retreat of all Seperatist fleets in the Naboo System.."" He said, turning to his personal communicator. He sent this message to all Seperatist fleets in the galaxy:<br/>""This is Viceroy Gunray. Given the recent predicaments surrounding Naboo, and the amount of resources we have, it is the consensus of the Council that it is worthless to continue fighting over the Emperor's home. Thereforth, by order of the Seperatist Council all ships in the Naboo system are ordered to retreat from it and go elsewhere.<br/><br/>That'll be all."" Gunray said as his communication flickered off.<br/><br/>""All, Insanus"" Chairman Hill said, ""How good it is to see you..."" He said as Insanus walked out the door, hoping to stop him.</div></blockquote><br/>""Chairman Hill. A pleasure,"" Insanus said just as he came in front of the door. ""Is there anything you might need of me at this moment?"""
9710,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=500,2014-12-15T21:25:00,Unified Imperial States,"The fleet retreating, Valarn started to consider his options. Kiel wasn't back yet, and there was no word on Grievous. He knew for a fact that his flagship had departed without so much as a single vessel docking in it's bays, so he couldn't have taken a shuttle back.<br/><br/>""Commander, get a message to Kiel. Ask him to make sure Grievous still isn't on board before he leaves."" The whilst the commander droid did so, Valarn silently prayed to his own set of gods."
9711,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=500,2014-12-16T04:26:00,The NAR,"The Normandy blast out of Hyperspace and approached the planet of Elrood. It had no defensive fleet, only a couple of ship's that the Normandy's Stealth Drive could easily pass by. They had the coordinates to the CIS Leaders on the ground, and while getting there wouldn't be hard, killing them would. Michael, as well as most of the crew, wanted to be at Naboo, but knew their orders. Michael knew the importance of this mission. The ship entered the atmosphere as Michael prepared to go to war, once again."
9712,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=500,2014-12-16T04:51:00,Ancian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Unified Imperial States <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22813046#p22813046"">wrote</a>:</cite>The fleet retreating, Valarn started to consider his options. Kiel wasn't back yet, and there was no word on Grievous. He knew for a fact that his flagship had departed without so much as a single vessel docking in it's bays, so he couldn't have taken a shuttle back.<br/><br/>""Commander, get a message to Kiel. Ask him to make sure Grievous still isn't on board before he leaves."" The whilst the commander droid did so, Valarn silently prayed to his own set of gods.</div></blockquote><br/>""Yes sir!"" Kiel sighed inwardly,as he commed grievous ""Sir you need to get out NOW!"""
9713,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=500,2014-12-16T06:40:00,Corsahnim,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Ryloth</span></span><br/><br/>The freighter was about to take it's delivery to Ryloth. The Twi'leks knew that they were more than likely to be set free, because, for one thing, they were both born on different planets, and two, they were the only ones brave (or stupid) enough to make deliveries to the Separatists due to the rising of the Empire. And just in case they were captured, they packed in a cybernetic implant that would poison them on the spot with the right code word, a word in Huttese.<br/><br/>Nelan, who still sat in the cargo hold, was out of his meditative state. He knew something was wrong. He tried to remain calm, but the fear of being discovered by the factions who had hunted Jedi was setting in. But, he finally calmed down, knowing that he might be able to escape if he could hijack the freighter. But that would seem too suspicious, and the freighter was too slow to make a quick escape. He just hoped for the best.<br/><br/>The Twi'lek captain spoke in basic when requesting to deliver the goods. ""Captain of the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Credit Chaser</span>requesting the delivery of specifically ordered droid and ship parts to be dropped off at specified docking location X-21. Over."""
9714,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=500,2014-12-16T11:37:00,Capsland,"<blockquote><div><cite>The United Empire of Exucular <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22812563#p22812563"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Capsland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22809313#p22809313"">wrote</a>:</cite>Zonus saw Comsos maneuver up the building to get on his level. Then debris started flying towards him. Zonus used his force push to break the debris into rubble, it fell onto the streets hitting about 10 people. Zonus began to increase his efforts in stopping Cosmos. He ignited both of his lightsabers and threw them, both hitting near Cosmos' feet, gradually getting closer every hit. Cosmos would either have to stop and fight or maneuver back down a level. The lightsabers slashed the roofs of the buildings, causing red and black lines to appear. Only a yellow and red blur could be seen from the lightsabers. Zonus could feel Cosmos getting closer to being captured or at best, dead. During this he contacted Admiral Thrawn by pressing his communicator in his ear.<br/>""Admiral, I have engaged the Jedi. I am currently chasing him down! I will have him soon. Zonus out""</div></blockquote><br/>Cosmos made a rather impressive body twist to avoid getting his head and legs cut off from the Sith sabers. He could feel the heat emanating from the plasma. Looking forward he realized he was close to where he wanted to go. With a high jump assisted by the Force he went high into the air closing the gap between himself and Zonn. To the people on the ground it would look like a blue spiral barreling at the man running across the roofs.</div></blockquote><br/>Darth Zonus stopped. Cosmos was now in front of him. He put both is arms out to the side to catch his lightsabers, flying back towards him. ""Are you finally going to stop this cheap Jedi tactic and fight me?"" He de ignited his yellow lightsaber and placed it on his belt, getting out Ki-Adi-Mundi's lightsaber and igniting it. ""Seems fitting for a Jedi to die by another Jedi's blade"" Now the light and blue blur from the two lightsabers were emitting a slight purple glow. Zonus got into his battle stance an waited for the Jedi to attack."
9715,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=500,2014-12-16T13:21:00,Our Governator,"On the deck of the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Executrix</span>, Grand Moff Tarkin watched as the fleet of confederate ships went to hyperspace. Balling his hand into a fist, he<br/>turned quickly, one hand at his side, the other held up near his chin. ""And so he flees!"" he coarsely mumbled. He moved down the deck of the bridge toward the large protruding doors that led to the elevators. Tarkin took one to the top level, exiting to head to the conference center.<br/><br/>In the conference center was a large hexagonal table, with chairs around it, a large one at the top. In the center was a holoemitter. The room itself was dark gray, with the imperial symbol behind the large chair. Tarkin sat in the large chair, activating the holoemitter. Looking at the galaxy map, he marked the planet of Indupar. This would be his first glorious target. The confederacy would fall without its inner worlds.<br/><br/>Tarkin sent a holomessage to Grand Admiral Thrawn.<br/>[box]Grand Admiral,<br/><br/>I implore you to divert your fleet to the planet of Ryloth, where separatist forces are besieging our force there. We must not let it fall. I will be moving on Indupar, and thus take its crown worlds, allowing the empire access to its massive resources."
9716,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=500,2014-12-16T14:01:00,Nation of cool guys,"<blockquote><div><cite>Our Governator <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22818570#p22818570"">wrote</a>:</cite>On the deck of the <span style=""font-style: italic"">Executrix</span>, Grand Moff Tarkin watched as the fleet of confederate ships went to hyperspace. Balling his hand into a fist, he <br/>turned quickly, one hand at his side, the other held up near his chin. ""And so he flees!"" he coarsely mumbled. He moved down the deck of the bridge toward the large protruding doors that led to the elevators. Tarkin took one to the top level, exiting to head to the conference center.<br/><br/>In the conference center was a large hexagonal table, with chairs around it, a large one at the top. In the center was a holoemitter. The room itself was dark gray, with the imperial symbol behind the large chair. Tarkin sat in the large chair, activating the holoemitter. Looking at the galaxy map, he marked the planet of Indupar. This would be his first glorious target. The confederacy would fall without its inner worlds. <br/><br/>Tarkin sent a holomessage to Grand Admiral Thrawn.<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Grand Admiral,<br/><br/>I implore you to divert your fleet to the planet of Ryloth, where separatist forces are besieging our force there. We must not let it fall. I will be moving on Indupar, and thus take its crown worlds, allowing the empire access to its massive resources.</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/>Thrawn replied to Grand Moff Tarkin's message, saying:<br/>[box]<br/>Grand Moff,<br/>I will move to Ryloth without delay.<br/><br/>Thrawn's fleet, having ceased firing at the now gone Separatists, jumped into hyperspace for Ryloth"
9717,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=500,2014-12-16T15:22:00,The Orson Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pantorrum <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22812987#p22812987"">wrote</a>:</cite>Grievous got the transmission and sneered. <br/>His legs were extremely powerful, and gripped the floor allowing him to be only lightly affected by the force push. <br/>""Foolish force user, today will be your last."" He threw an electric rid into the window of the bridge, and it began to crack. It would not long until it shattered...<br/>A Magna Guard began to jab at the Jedi scum, while Grievous leaped into the air, and swung two of his sabers at his legs and two more at his chest...<br/><br/>Meanwhile, the Fleet began a full scale retreat. The massive fleet over Neimodia could have crushed the entire Imperial Fleet, but it would be a waste of time indeed. Grievous flagship left, along with the rest of the fleet...Grievous would make his escape another way. <br/>On the ground, the massive droid army had rushed onto their transports to leave the planets. Chairman Hill was rushed off the planet, as they escaped into Hyperspace. 50,000 droids had been left behind in Theed. That number, however, was very small.<br/>In moments, the Separatist Fleet was gone and had jumped to Neimodia. Grievous would strike back, and when he did, it would be with a great vengeance. The malevolence could deactivate any ship with its ION Rotar cannon. Every star Destroy in its path would be left powerless for its immense amount of armaments. When it was done, he would be unstoppable...and the time for completion was only months from at hand...</div></blockquote><br/>Karl pushed back the Magna Guard, while at the same time dodged all four of Grievous's lightsabers. Seeing the window about the crack, Karl used the Force to jump towards the bridge consoles. He hit an emergency switch that caused a two huge metal walls to unfold out. The metal walls collided with one another and sealed tight, which would prevent all of the air and everything else on the bridge from being sucked into outer space if the window had shattered.<br/><br/>Moments later, Stormtroopers entered the bridge and began to open fire on Grievous and the Magna Guards."
9718,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=500,2014-12-16T15:39:00,Nation of cool guys,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Orson Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22819828#p22819828"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pantorrum <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22812987#p22812987"">wrote</a>:</cite>Grievous got the transmission and sneered. <br/>His legs were extremely powerful, and gripped the floor allowing him to be only lightly affected by the force push. <br/>""Foolish force user, today will be your last."" He threw an electric rid into the window of the bridge, and it began to crack. It would not long until it shattered...<br/>A Magna Guard began to jab at the Jedi scum, while Grievous leaped into the air, and swung two of his sabers at his legs and two more at his chest...<br/><br/>Meanwhile, the Fleet began a full scale retreat. The massive fleet over Neimodia could have crushed the entire Imperial Fleet, but it would be a waste of time indeed. Grievous flagship left, along with the rest of the fleet...Grievous would make his escape another way. <br/>On the ground, the massive droid army had rushed onto their transports to leave the planets. Chairman Hill was rushed off the planet, as they escaped into Hyperspace. 50,000 droids had been left behind in Theed. That number, however, was very small.<br/>In moments, the Separatist Fleet was gone and had jumped to Neimodia. Grievous would strike back, and when he did, it would be with a great vengeance. The malevolence could deactivate any ship with its ION Rotar cannon. Every star Destroy in its path would be left powerless for its immense amount of armaments. When it was done, he would be unstoppable...and the time for completion was only months from at hand...</div></blockquote><br/>Karl pushed back the Magna Guard, while at the same time dodged all four of Grievous's lightsabers. Seeing the window about the crack, Karl used the Force to jump towards the bridge consoles. He hit an emergency switch that caused a two huge metal walls to unfold out. The metal walls collided with one another and sealed tight, which would prevent all of the air and everything else on the bridge from being sucked into outer space if the window had shattered. <br/><br/>Moments later, Stormtroopers entered the bridge and began to open fire on Grievous and the Magna Guards.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Behind the stormtroopers, a squad of Mandalorian supercommandos armed with Vibroblades entered the bridge. All veterans of various conflicts in the outer rim, each was a match for a Jedi Knight. They saw Grievous as a worthy challenge."
9719,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=500,2014-12-16T15:49:00,Unified Imperial States,"It had been a bit since any contact had been made about Grievous. The fleet had already departed, and despite the fact that most Imperial forces had disengaged, there were still ships in the area.<br/><br/>Valarn was worrying about what was going on in that ship. They had to leave soon, or risk getting trapped in the system if any more Imperial fleets arrived."
9720,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=500,2014-12-16T16:36:00,Ancian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Ancian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22811175#p22811175"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Orson Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22811078#p22811078"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>As the 150 Mandalorian Supercommandos boarder Karl's flagship, the <span style=""font-style: italic"">Repulsor</span>, the Stormtroopers were already fighting Kiel and his 10 B2's. Fortunately, the Stormtroopers still had their experience they had gained while fighting as clones during the Clone Wars, so they proved to be a challenge for the boarding party.</div></blockquote><br/>Kiel, as a renegade alpha ARC captain, hated to fight fellow clones, but that didn't stop him. As the droids returned fire, he fired his only two wrist rockets at them, then opened fire with deadly precision with his DC17.</div></blockquote><br/>After firing His twin wrist rockets at the stormtroopers and laying down deadly cover fire he left the 8 remaining droids firing at the scattered survivors. Kiel, meanwhile headed full tilt towards his cloaked shuttle a short way down the hall, the droids covering his back. He commed grievous<span style=""font-style: italic"">again</span>""Sir, I'm getting out of here, good luck."" He hoped the rockets and covering fire did enough damage... He knew it did..but..grievous was probably dead..."
9721,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=500,2014-12-16T17:01:00,Pantorrum,"Grievous leaped back, slashing through troops as if they were nothing. The Mandalorians were no where near fast enough to keep up with Grievous. He crawled from the room on the ceiling, and quickly made his way to the hanger where he boarded the shuttle.<br/><br/>The droids had followed, leaving only a few Commando Droids behind to hold them off.<br/>""Get me out of here!"" The general barked, as he looked out of the window.<br/><br/>The pathetic fleet above Ryloth was nearly wiped out (Since no one is responding). The massive Separatist surprise attack was to much for any small defensive fleet. The fleet assumed blockade positions above the planet, as millions of droid descended to the surface.<br/><br/>""I was captured here before."" Wat Tambor was speaking with his Tactical Droid on the way down.<br/>""It will not happen again. I have a little surprise for anyone who gets to close.""<br/><br/>He did indeed have a secret in store...<br/><br/>Meanwhile, the Malevolence was still under construction. Once complete from its top secret location, Grievous would lead assaults on some vital Outer Rim Worlds. The Separatist Core worlds were unquestionably protected, so an assault on the Outer Rim would be easy. A new fleet would accompany the Malevolence everywhere it went, also. It would be hidden and masked from the Empire, as was before when the Republic could never find it. It would be equipped with a cloaking system and Thermal Shields as well as Deflector Shields. The massive ship would be more than a match for 3, maybe 4 Imperial Star Destroyers. It had so many turbo lasers, even without the ION cannon it was a formidable warship..."
9722,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=500,2014-12-16T17:27:00,Bulgislavia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Coruscant</span></span><br/><br/>Upon the Ryloth's delegation's return from the meeting with Jabba the Hutt, news hit of a Separatist assault of the Twi'lek home world of Ryloth, Tatooine was also said to be under a CIS blockade.<br/><br/>Minku was desperately trying to find a way to communicate with the fugitive senators which she helped smuggle to her safe house on Tatooine. Then there was the issue of the invasion of her home world which would inevitably end her Ryll trading business as it had done the last time Ryloth was under droid occupation. And to make matters worse Senator Orn Free Taa was beginning to fall out of favor with the emperor, his trip to Tatooine and now the invasion of Ryloth had led to the Twi'leks to fall under suspicion of treason against the emperor.<br/><br/>Minku noticed more security orbs and drones hovering around the suite, peering into the windows, watching their every move, it would be substantially harder for Minku to conduct her secret operations against the empire. She felt that perhaps it was time to flee Coruscant for good.<br/><br/>Disguising herself in thick robes with a hood that obscured most of her face she made her way to a ship dealer where with the last of her credits from the Ryll trading business she purchased a small freighter ship, it was a tiny ship that could have four passengers and two crew.<br/><br/>After quite a lot of persuasion she managed to convince the pilot of the transport that took her to the Coruscant underworld to join her crew and drive her new freighter ship, as it turns out he was wanted by the Empire as well so was looking for a way to get off Coruscant rather than seek refuge in 1313.<br/><br/>Minku decided that she would escape Coruscant while Orn Free Taa was busy in a senate session and sure enough that is what she did, lifting into the city planets upper atmosphere before setting coordinates and warping into hyper-drive"
9723,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=500,2014-12-16T17:29:00,The Orson Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pantorrum <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22820834#p22820834"">wrote</a>:</cite>Grievous leaped back, slashing through troops as if they were nothing. The Mandalorians were no where near fast enough to keep up with Grievous. He crawled from the room on the ceiling, and quickly made his way to the hanger where he boarded the shuttle. <br/><br/>The droids had followed, leaving only a few Commando Droids behind to hold them off. <br/>""Get me out of here!"" The general barked, as he looked out of the window. <br/><br/>The pathetic fleet above Ryloth was nearly wiped out (Since no one is responding). The massive Separatist surprise attack was to much for any small defensive fleet. The fleet assumed blockade positions above the planet, as millions of droid descended to the surface. <br/><br/>""I was captured here before."" Wat Tambor was speaking with his Tactical Droid on the way down. <br/>""It will not happen again. I have a little surprise for anyone who gets to close.""<br/><br/>He did indeed have a secret in store...<br/><br/>Meanwhile, the Malevolence was still under construction. Once complete from its top secret location, Grievous would lead assaults on some vital Outer Rim Worlds. The Separatist Core worlds were unquestionably protected, so an assault on the Outer Rim would be easy. A new fleet would accompany the Malevolence everywhere it went, also. It would be hidden and masked from the Empire, as was before when the Republic could never find it. It would be equipped with a cloaking system and Thermal Shields as well as Deflector Shields. The massive ship would be more than a match for 3, maybe 4 Imperial Star Destroyers. It had so many turbo lasers, even without the ION cannon it was a formidable warship...</div></blockquote><br/>Karl deactivated his lightsaber and used Force speed to follow Grievous to the hangar, with the Stormtroopers following him. He saw Grievous board his shuttle.<br/><br/>Karl then reached out both of his hands and used Force pull on the shuttle. A red aura of Force energy surrounded the shuttle as Karl used all of his strength to rip the shuttle back towards him. Karl gritted his teeth and began to sweat heavily. He then used the Force to begin crushing the engines of the shuttle so that it wouldn't be able to flee, as well as crushing the shuttle itself."
9724,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=500,2014-12-16T17:41:00,Ancian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Ancian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22820560#p22820560"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Ancian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22811175#p22811175"">wrote</a>:</cite>Kiel, as a renegade alpha ARC captain, hated to fight fellow clones, but that didn't stop him. As the droids returned fire, he fired his only two wrist rockets at them, then opened fire with deadly precision with his DC17.</div></blockquote><br/>After firing His twin wrist rockets at the stormtroopers and laying down deadly cover fire he left the 8 remaining droids firing at the scattered survivors. Kiel, meanwhile headed full tilt towards his cloaked shuttle a short way down the hall, the droids covering his back. He commed grievous <span style=""font-style: italic"">again</span> ""Sir, I'm getting out of here, good luck."" He hoped the rockets and covering fire did enough damage... He knew it did..but..grievous was probably dead...</div></blockquote><br/>His Cloaked shuttle landed in the Exilis hangar. He stepped out and sighed in relief... Then wondered how the ship was going to make it out if orbit..."
9725,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=500,2014-12-16T17:49:00,The United Empire of Exucular,"<blockquote><div><cite>Capsland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22817789#p22817789"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The United Empire of Exucular <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22812563#p22812563"">wrote</a>:</cite>Cosmos made a rather impressive body twist to avoid getting his head and legs cut off from the Sith sabers. He could feel the heat emanating from the plasma. Looking forward he realized he was close to where he wanted to go. With a high jump assisted by the Force he went high into the air closing the gap between himself and Zonn. To the people on the ground it would look like a blue spiral barreling at the man running across the roofs.</div></blockquote><br/>Darth Zonus stopped. Cosmos was now in front of him. He put both is arms out to the side to catch his lightsabers, flying back towards him. ""Are you finally going to stop this cheap Jedi tactic and fight me?"" He de ignited his yellow lightsaber and placed it on his belt, getting out Ki-Adi-Mundi's lightsaber and igniting it. ""Seems fitting for a Jedi to die by another Jedi's blade"" Now the light and blue blur from the two lightsabers were emitting a slight purple glow. Zonus got into his battle stance an waited for the Jedi to attack.</div></blockquote><br/>Cosmos like lightning moved forward and began to duel with the Sith Lord. The moment their sabers made contact with each other a blinding flash resulted. This brought the attention of several pedestrians on the street below. A rather large crowd was gathering but they stayed on the opposite side of the street."
9726,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=500,2014-12-16T17:55:00,The NAR,"The Normandy descended toward the surface, and while it was not seen, you could FEEL Imperial Glory irradiating from it. The ship approached a large cluster of building that Michael assumed was one of the few cities on Ermood. This area was also the target location.<br/><br/>The team of Marines tasked with eliminating the CIS Forces had already armed up and boarded the Shuttle, while the Normandy prepared to bomb Separatist Garrisons across the city to keep their attention away from the generals. The shuttle took off, and immediately, the Normandy began to bombard military-targets... the shuttle landed on the roof of the City Hall in silence, and Michael and the men entered"
9727,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=500,2014-12-16T18:18:00,Nation of cool guys,"Thrawn's immense fleet emerged over Ryloth, shields ready and guns bristling with energy. Thrawn saw the Separatist fleet taking up blockade positions over the planet. Thrawn immediately ordered the entire fleet to open fire. The Interdictor cruiser was still standing by from Naboo, and Thrawn ordered it to activate the moment they dropped out of hyperspace.<br/><br/><br/>As it was before at Naboo, the massive dreadnoughts took up the lead position in the fleet, heavy turbolasers lancing out to pound the Separatist fleet.<br/>Thrawn studied the scanners. There were many enemy ships, but one on one the majority of Thrawn's fleet was superior. Thrawn smiled when he received a transmission from an anonymous ship. His surprise was still ready and waiting to be unleashed...."
9728,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=500,2014-12-16T18:24:00,The NAR,"5 men, all veterans of countless combat missions, moved with complete and utter stealth through the halls of the Palace. Silenced weapons and hand-to-hand combat made taking down Separatist Guards an easy feat. After clearing the upper floors, the team proceeded to the middle floor, where the conference room was located. Michael hoped Tarkin's info was solid, because if it wasn't, they could soon be dead.<br/><br/>After clearing out the foreword area, they took position on both sides of the room, which had two doors. Michael could hear talking, worried talking, behind the door, as well as what seemed to be a man bellowing orders of evacuation. He was on comm when he spoke. ""Breach"". They bashed open the door and raised their weapons at the room full of men. A man in Sith Robes turned to Michael and hissed. ""Imperial scum..."" he muttered.<br/><br/>""EVERYBODY DOWN, NOW!"" he yelled. A few of the people got down...<br/><br/>(Somebody please play the Sith)"
9729,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=500,2014-12-16T18:33:00,Republic of Vectors,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">The Prime Minister composed a message to a (relative) nearby Imperial fleet for forwarding. <br/><br/><br/>Greetings, friend. On behalf of the Villiant Entente, we wish for you to transmit this message to whomever it may concern. <br/><br/>Many salutations. The people of Villiant Entente are fearful of a Separatist occupation. While under no immediate threat, we think it is best to align our self with a powerful faction to counter any eventual threat. This is a formal request to become an autonomous part of the Empire. We offer to adhere to the rules and regulations, and support the empire militarily and economically; and in return we shall be allowed to govern ourselves and pursue our interests independently. <br/><br/>Do consider this proposal. <br/><br/>Sincerely,<br/>Prime Minister Adam Burlque</blockquote><br/><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">A couple of mass generator mines and several tests later, the Villiant Entente was ready for their guerrilla warfare operations. One imperial I star destroyer and three Strike class medium cruisers were tasked for the first operations against Separatist shipping. They were slaved together for emergency hyperspace jumps. Forward torpedo tubes were filled with dozens of Mass Generator Mines and each warship sported a modular tractor beam to catch any fleeing escape pods or such. <br/><br/>The four ships jumped to deep space near a Tattoine hyperspace lane and launched two mines. After reaching the pre-determined destination, the mines detonated and begun to emit their huge influence upon the lane. Five minutes later the mines power supply petered out and the four ships planned for another launch.</blockquote><br/><br/><br/><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">“Gentlemen,” the Prime Minster started, speaking to the forty best men that the Governor had requested days before. “We are going on a covert mission. We need under water equipment and stealth. We need cloaked star ships for landing near our water source and getting us out alive.”<br/>“Sir, what world will this be at?” One senior member asked.<br/>“Mon Calamari.”<br/>“Hence the submersibles.” Pointed out another senior. <br/>“Yes,” the Governor continued. “We will be conducting a recovery operation of an old system that fell beneath the waves. This old system will be used to a great extent, it is vital that we have it.”<br/><br/>“We shall be ready in two days Sir.”</blockquote><br/><br/><br/><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Meanwhile. The defense constructions were going very well. One planetary shield system was nearly finished, with the others well on their way. The anti aircraft batteries were planned out and teams of workers were breaking ground. Several new construction projects have been undertaken, ranging from orbital navy repair yards to Golan class defense satellites. Weapons manufactures have stepped up production of advanced weaponry. Agate gas is being bought from the inter galactic market in large quantities, creating a galaxy wide deficit of the gas. This gas is then processed for use by turbolasers. While expensive, these purchases help ensure the might of the Villiant Entente. <br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value="" project updater""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Purchase of seven thousand Electro-Proton bombs from arms companies. 50/7000<br/>Construction of Torpedo Sphere 2/5<br/>Construction of Strike Class warship 5/6<br/>Construction of Dreadnought class heavy cruiser 1/30<br/>Construction of Enforcer class picket cruiser 3/75<br/>Construction of Lancer class frigate 5/18<br/>Construction of Golan III Defense satellites 0.1/7<br/>Construction of Type II Orbital Repair Yards 1/15<br/>Construction of XX-9 Turbolaser towers 2.5/50<br/>Construction of planetary shields 0.9/7<br/>Construction of XX-10 Turbolaser towers 0.5/21<br/>Agate gas reservoirs 103'200 cubic meters<br/>Mounting of SPHA-T on capital ships -completed-</div></div></div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Capital Nine, a small scout ship dropped out of hyperspace far in the unknown regions. Without it knowing, it had cheated death, choosing a hyperspace path that missed a stars gravitational pull by mere feet. The small ship darted to a planet, a very small, purple planet. The ship spent several hours scanning the planet, and concluded that it held no intelligent life, and very few animals. The ship then turned its scanners towards the star, and spent an even longer time measuring and inspecting it. After the long day was finished, the ships captain spoke to the moderate crew; we found a suitable one. Mark the coordinates and get us back home</blockquote>"
9730,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=500,2014-12-16T19:45:00,Republic of Vectors,"<blockquote><div><cite>The NAR <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22821690#p22821690"">wrote</a>:</cite>5 men, all veterans of countless combat missions, moved with complete and utter stealth through the halls of the Palace. Silenced weapons and hand-to-hand combat made taking down Separatist Guards an easy feat. After clearing the upper floors, the team proceeded to the middle floor, where the conference room was located. Michael hoped Tarkin's info was solid, because if it wasn't, they could soon be dead. <br/><br/>After clearing out the foreword area, they took position on both sides of the room, which had two doors. Michael could hear talking, worried talking, behind the door, as well as what seemed to be a man bellowing orders of evacuation. He was on comm when he spoke. ""Breach"". They bashed open the door and raised their weapons at the room full of men. A man in Sith Robes turned to Michael and hissed. ""Imperial scum..."" he muttered. <br/><br/>""EVERYBODY DOWN, NOW!"" he yelled. A few of the people got down...<br/><br/>(Somebody please play the Sith)</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/><br/><br/><br/>“ARAHHHHHH!!!” The Sith Lord yelled. The scum were trying to murder his pawns again! And frankly, he was enraged. The force flew through his bones as he raised his hands faster than visible to the eye. Behind him, the room was almost still because of his immense speed. Without blinking, the unnamed Sith Lord unleashed a bellow of force lightning, a surge as powerful as Darth Sidious was able to conjure. The electricity supplied from the force was limitless; but even so the Sith only sprayed the area for a few seconds. But those few seconds were long enough to fry any flesh into a smoldering mass of carbon. After those full few seconds and with barely a flick of a finger, the Sith upturned the conference table behind him and placed it on its side, creating a barrier between the blaster bolts of the attackers and the Separatist members. Lord Gyrit lowered his hands as he surveyed his damages, flames of fire licking the sides of his hands without harming them, originating from his palms. His senses were heightened and the danger feeling persisted. He had more work to do."
9731,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=500,2014-12-16T19:53:00,The NAR,"<blockquote><div><cite>Republic of Vectors <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22822513#p22822513"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The NAR <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22821690#p22821690"">wrote</a>:</cite>5 men, all veterans of countless combat missions, moved with complete and utter stealth through the halls of the Palace. Silenced weapons and hand-to-hand combat made taking down Separatist Guards an easy feat. After clearing the upper floors, the team proceeded to the middle floor, where the conference room was located. Michael hoped Tarkin's info was solid, because if it wasn't, they could soon be dead. <br/><br/>After clearing out the foreword area, they took position on both sides of the room, which had two doors. Michael could hear talking, worried talking, behind the door, as well as what seemed to be a man bellowing orders of evacuation. He was on comm when he spoke. ""Breach"". They bashed open the door and raised their weapons at the room full of men. A man in Sith Robes turned to Michael and hissed. ""Imperial scum..."" he muttered. <br/><br/>""EVERYBODY DOWN, NOW!"" he yelled. A few of the people got down...<br/><br/>(Somebody please play the Sith)</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/><br/><br/><br/>“ARAHHHHHH!!!” The Sith Lord yelled. The scum were trying to murder his pawns again! And frankly, he was enraged. The force flew through his bones as he raised his hands faster than visible to the eye. Behind him, the room was almost still because of his immense speed. Without blinking, the unnamed Sith Lord unleashed a bellow of force lightning, a surge as powerful as Darth Sidious was able to conjure. The electricity supplied from the force was limitless; but even so the Sith only sprayed the area for a few seconds. But those few seconds were long enough to fry any flesh into a smoldering mass of carbon. After those full few seconds and with barely a flick of a finger, the Sith upturned the conference table behind him and placed it on its side, creating a barrier between the blaster bolts of the attackers and the Separatist members. Lord Gyrit lowered his hands as he surveyed his damages, flames of fire licking the sides of his hands without harming them, originating from his palms. His senses were heightened and the danger feeling persisted. He had more work to do.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Michael felt the energy rush at him, and he focused all of his against it. He put his hand out, and focused. It drained almost everything, but he could feel the energy stop. As he opened his eyes, the sparks of lightning were condensed into a single ball, one glowing blue. Michael examined the energy ball before looking at the Sith Lord. He smiled. ""Death before Dishonor"". The electric ball shot straight at the Sith Lord, and he blast back onto the table... dead.<br/><br/>The Marines had their weapons aimed at the CIS Generals. ""Alright, everybody up! By order of Imperial Command, you're under arrest!"". The Raiders cuffed them and began to move them to the roof for extraction. The orders were to kill them, but Michael had a better idea."
9732,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=525,2014-12-16T20:08:00,The NAR,"The 5 men and 12 prisoners boarded 2 shuttles, which would rendezvous with the Normandy not far away. They'd board and shove the prisoners in a large yet crammed cell, which was usually used for holding animals. They were stripped of everything and given basic clothes.<br/><br/>While the raid was occuring, the majority of the CIS Forces in the city were wiped out. The Normandy landed in Town Square and accepted 10 people into the Normandy. They would be transferred to Boot Camp and enter the Military. Michael got back into his officer's uniform and went to the CIC, where he send a holo-message to Grand Moff Tarkin.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Hello, Grand Moff Tarkin. I have reports from the raid on Ermood. We have captured 12 high-ranking CIS Generals and killed a Sith Lord who was guarding them. We have also eliminated considerable Separatist Influence in the area. The next course of action is up to you. We have also gathered 10 recruits from the planet. I suggest the Empire send in occupation armies. In the meantime, I feel that the Marine Raiders are needed at Naboo. When we reach Naboo, the prisoners and recruits will be transferred via shuttle to a support ship. Wolfe, out </span></blockquote>"
9733,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=525,2014-12-16T20:52:00,Our Governator,"Grand Moff Tarkin, sitting in the conference room, was given the message from the Commander. Tarkin nodded. ""We will remain in the orbit of Naboo until he arrives. Send a message to the Grand Vizier that Elrood is ours, and that he should appoint a military Governor.""<br/><br/>Tarkin's fleet was in orbit around Naboo. Two star destroyers orbited the edges of the system, watching carefully for any discrepancies and stopping any ships attempting to enter the system, searching them vigorously. Captain Darcc ensured that no troops stationed in the Maw left the ship, ensuring that no secrets would be leaked. Darcc also oversaw the securing of Naboo, salvaging any left over droids that had deactivated."
9734,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=525,2014-12-16T20:59:00,The NAR,"It was long before the Normandy left hyperspace and arrived at the Orbit of Naboo. Looking out, Michael saw the complete devastation of the battle, but was happy to see an Imperial Victory. He docked in Tarkin's ship and Stormtroopers took away the recruits while Michael awaited beside the prisoners for Grand Moff Tarkin"""
9735,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=525,2014-12-16T21:30:00,Unified Imperial States,"The Exilis was still in the Naboo syste, and Valarn had been waiting in the landing bay since he expected the shuttle to land.<br/><br/>""What do you mean he didn't get off the ship?"", he exclaimed at Kiel. ""We can't just let them take the General, he's the head of our military."" He could scarcely believe what kind of a day he was having."
9736,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=525,2014-12-17T04:27:00,Ancian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Unified Imperial States <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22823545#p22823545"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Exilis was still in the Naboo syste, and Valarn had been waiting in the landing bay since he expected the shuttle to land.<br/><br/>""What do you mean he didn't get off the ship?"", he exclaimed at Kiel. ""We can't just let them take the General, he's the head of our military."" He could scarcely believe what kind of a day he was having.</div></blockquote><br/>The ARC captain had the decency to look ashamed and awkward. ""Well...um he was at the bridge and we were only half way there and in combat..... "" Kiel shook his head,and tried to pretend this wasn't happening."" I would either die before getting there or I could leave. So I left, I did dent the number of stormtroopers on board though."" Kiel hoped that grievous could pull a great victory out of thin air."
9737,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=525,2014-12-17T04:31:00,Draica,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Cato Neimodia, Nute Gunray's citadel</span></span><br/><br/>Before Nute could said anything else, a tactical droid walked into his throne room holding a datapad, and began his report. If it had emotions, it would have a face of despair on.<br/>""Viceroy, we have received multiple distress signals from Elrood. It would appear as if it has come under Imperial invasion."" He said.<br/><br/>""We cannot have that,"" He said, scratching his chin, ""Insanus, take a fleet to Elrood and ward off any Imperials there. Failure is not an option."" He stressed."
9738,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=525,2014-12-17T10:46:00,Capsland,"<blockquote><div><cite>The United Empire of Exucular <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22821303#p22821303"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Capsland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22817789#p22817789"">wrote</a>:</cite>Darth Zonus stopped. Cosmos was now in front of him. He put both is arms out to the side to catch his lightsabers, flying back towards him. ""Are you finally going to stop this cheap Jedi tactic and fight me?"" He de ignited his yellow lightsaber and placed it on his belt, getting out Ki-Adi-Mundi's lightsaber and igniting it. ""Seems fitting for a Jedi to die by another Jedi's blade"" Now the light and blue blur from the two lightsabers were emitting a slight purple glow. Zonus got into his battle stance an waited for the Jedi to attack.</div></blockquote><br/>Cosmos like lightning moved forward and began to duel with the Sith Lord. The moment their sabers made contact with each other a blinding flash resulted. This brought the attention of several pedestrians on the street below. A rather large crowd was gathering but they stayed on the opposite side of the street.</div></blockquote><br/>The lightsabers stated spewing out sparks as the two duelled on the roof of a building. Zonus was using his quick attacks he learned from Ki-Adi-Mundi to try and overpower Cosmos. The two duellists were certainly a match for each other. Then they both started pushing against each other's lightsabers, facing eachother, Zonus spoke.""Cosmos, there's still a chance. Join me and the Empire, have the ability to save that which you love"" There was a bright purple glow from the red and blue lightsabers hitting each other."
9739,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=525,2014-12-17T12:24:00,Republic of Vectors,"The VE warships launched their fifth pair of mines at the hyperspace lane. They erupted with a be ding of light and the casting of white noise. Suddenly, a moderate sized transport ship dropped from hyperspace. The bored crew jolted to their duties. Communication jammers were activated instantly and tractor beams pulled the ship towards the group of warships. For the first several seconds the ship did nothing, as the crew was without doubt trying to comprehend what had happened. Then, the ship started turning and powered its sub light engines to try and escape. The ship and tractor beams equalled out before the transport cut its engines to avoid overheating. A star destroyer pulled up to each side of the ship and a boarding party was prepared. Within minutes, the mines stopped working, reestablishing the lane. The airlock opened up and a shuttle was dispatched to the ship, where it was received.<br/><br/>Several battle droids left the shuttle with a human officer in the middle. A helpful droid escorted the party to the bridge where an angry crew and captain were massed.<br/><br/>As the officer entered the bridge the droids fanned out covering all angles.<br/>""Papers."" The officer demanded. Without so much as offering a greeting, the captain shoved them into his hand and the officer examined them. It was not a separatist ship. It was a Hutt transport. Probably with an illegal, valuable cargo. A button was pressed and the entire crew of sixty were gunned down, observed by the star destroyers through the droids eyes. A gruesome scene.<br/><br/>The massive cargo hold held several large crates. The crates were an item of concern. They had Separatist marking on them. This was a Hutt smuggler ship, for the Separatists. The crates unveiled almost ten thousand blaster pistols and ten times that many blaster energy packs.<br/><br/>""Send droids to pilot the ship. We're returning to the Villiant"" the officer commanded as he waled back to the airlock."
9740,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=525,2014-12-17T13:04:00,Alouite,"<blockquote><div><cite>The NAR <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22823247#p22823247"">wrote</a>:</cite>It was long before the Normandy left hyperspace and arrived at the Orbit of Naboo. Looking out, Michael saw the complete devastation of the battle, but was happy to see an Imperial Victory. He docked in Tarkin's ship and Stormtroopers took away the recruits while Michael awaited beside the prisoners for Grand Moff Tarkin""</div></blockquote><br/>Jonis said to Michael, ""Commander, I wanted to talk to you about a plan privately, a plan to make the Empire better, this way we can destroy the Sith and Jedi equalizing the solar system, I reccomend we create our own order separate from the two, one that balances use of the light side and dark side of the force. The Order of the Dragon, because we are not afraid to use the force to protect us, even the dark side, but philosophically we will work towards the progression and ascension of the Galaxy."""
9741,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=525,2014-12-17T14:01:00,The NAR,"<blockquote><div><cite>Alouite <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22829129#p22829129"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The NAR <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22823247#p22823247"">wrote</a>:</cite>It was long before the Normandy left hyperspace and arrived at the Orbit of Naboo. Looking out, Michael saw the complete devastation of the battle, but was happy to see an Imperial Victory. He docked in Tarkin's ship and Stormtroopers took away the recruits while Michael awaited beside the prisoners for Grand Moff Tarkin""</div></blockquote><br/>Jonis said to Michael, ""Commander, I wanted to talk to you about a plan privately, a plan to make the Empire better, this way we can destroy the Sith and Jedi equalizing the solar system, I reccomend we create our own order separate from the two, one that balances use of the light side and dark side of the force. The Order of the Dragon, because we are not afraid to use the force to protect us, even the dark side, but philosophically we will work towards the progression and ascension of the Galaxy.""</div></blockquote><br/>Michael turned to the young man, oddly confused yet a tad proud of his bravery to say such a thing. ""I could have you killed for saying something like that. What makes you think I want to do that?"" he said, doubtful."
9742,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=525,2014-12-17T14:03:00,Unified Imperial States,"<blockquote><div><cite>Ancian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22825331#p22825331"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Unified Imperial States <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22823545#p22823545"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Exilis was still in the Naboo syste, and Valarn had been waiting in the landing bay since he expected the shuttle to land.<br/><br/>""What do you mean he didn't get off the ship?"", he exclaimed at Kiel. ""We can't just let them take the General, he's the head of our military."" He could scarcely believe what kind of a day he was having.</div></blockquote><br/>The ARC captain had the decency to look ashamed and awkward. ""Well...um he was at the bridge and we were only half way there and in combat..... "" Kiel shook his head,and tried to pretend this wasn't happening."" I would either die before getting there or I could leave. So I left, I did dent the number of stormtroopers on board though."" Kiel hoped that grievous could pull a great victory out of thin air.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Valarn took Kiel back up to the bridge. He sat in his chair and stared into space, wondering what to do now. ""He's still on that ship, and we can't stay here much longer... What do you think we should do then, captain?"""
9743,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=525,2014-12-17T14:22:00,The NAR,"It was long before the Normandy left hyperspace and arrived at the Orbit of Naboo. Looking out, Michael saw the complete devastation of the battle, but was happy to see an Imperial Victory. He docked in Tarkin's ship and Stormtroopers took away the recruits while Michael awaited beside the prisoners for Grand Moff Tarkin. He turned to Jonis. ""We can talk about this later, understood? Good"""
9744,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=525,2014-12-17T14:32:00,Alouite,"<blockquote><div><cite>The NAR <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22829861#p22829861"">wrote</a>:</cite>It was long before the Normandy left hyperspace and arrived at the Orbit of Naboo. Looking out, Michael saw the complete devastation of the battle, but was happy to see an Imperial Victory. He docked in Tarkin's ship and Stormtroopers took away the recruits while Michael awaited beside the prisoners for Grand Moff Tarkin. He turned to Jonis. ""We can talk about this later, understood? Good""</div></blockquote><br/>Jonis nodded and replied, ""Of course Commander. All in fine time."" He thought to himself, if he could destroy the boundary between the light side and the dark side, then we could create a potential Utopia, one where people can feel free and obligated to be kind to one antithetical as the light side promotes, while still having individual thought and enough vanity for them to truly empathize with others, positive things the dark side promotes. For even a tad of narcissism is good to help understand others views, but it must be limited or else one would become a self serving hubristic person."
9745,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=525,2014-12-17T15:58:00,Marsisian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Draica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22812555#p22812555"">wrote</a>:</cite>All of a sudden, the Council hologram would light up, and all of the members of the Seperatist Council would appear in front of Gunray. All Seperatist members except Wat Tambor were present.<br/>""Viceroy, our money is being wasted on Naboo! Do you really think the Empire will let us have their Emperor's home planet?"" Hill asked. <br/>""This foolishness will end up costing us money and resources! A lot of our planets are undefended, we must spread our ships out, not keep them in one small little space."" Tikkes remarked. <br/><br/>Other members of the Council voiced their agreement. Gunray looked at Insanus, as if he was saying 'I hate my life,' before turning back to the Council,<br/>""Alright!"" Gunray said, barely being able to raise his voice, ""I'l personally order the retreat of all Seperatist fleets in the Naboo System.."" He said, turning to his personal communicator. He sent this message to all Seperatist fleets in the galaxy:<br/>""This is Viceroy Gunray. Given the recent predicaments surrounding Naboo, and the amount of resources we have, it is the consensus of the Council that it is worthless to continue fighting over the Emperor's home. Thereforth, by order of the Seperatist Council all ships in the Naboo system are ordered to retreat from it and go elsewhere.<br/><br/>That'll be all."" Gunray said as his communication flickered off.<br/><br/>""All, Insanus"" Chairman Hill said, ""How good it is to see you..."" He said as Insanus walked out the door, hoping to stop him.</div></blockquote><br/>""Ah, Chairman Hill. Always a pleasure to see you. What is it that you need, because I've got to get back to my fleet."""
9746,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=525,2014-12-17T16:13:00,Ancian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Unified Imperial States <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22829691#p22829691"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Ancian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22825331#p22825331"">wrote</a>:</cite>The ARC captain had the decency to look ashamed and awkward. ""Well...um he was at the bridge and we were only half way there and in combat..... "" Kiel shook his head,and tried to pretend this wasn't happening."" I would either die before getting there or I could leave. So I left, I did dent the number of stormtroopers on board though."" Kiel hoped that grievous could pull a great victory out of thin air.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Valarn took Kiel back up to the bridge. He sat in his chair and stared into space, wondering what to do now. ""He's still on that ship, and we can't stay here much longer... What do you think we should do then, captain?""</div></blockquote><br/>He thought for a moment...""Leave. Someone else can lead the fleet. And he's not our only capable leader, theirs others good enough to take his place."" Yes....it would be a good ides to leave while they could."
9747,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=525,2014-12-17T16:30:00,The United Empire of Exucular,"<blockquote><div><cite>Capsland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22827910#p22827910"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The United Empire of Exucular <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22821303#p22821303"">wrote</a>:</cite>Cosmos like lightning moved forward and began to duel with the Sith Lord. The moment their sabers made contact with each other a blinding flash resulted. This brought the attention of several pedestrians on the street below. A rather large crowd was gathering but they stayed on the opposite side of the street.</div></blockquote><br/>The lightsabers stated spewing out sparks as the two duelled on the roof of a building. Zonus was using his quick attacks he learned from Ki-Adi-Mundi to try and overpower Cosmos. The two duellists were certainly a match for each other. Then they both started pushing against each other's lightsabers, facing eachother, Zonus spoke.""Cosmos, there's still a chance. Join me and the Empire, have the ability to save that which you love"" There was a bright purple glow from the red and blue lightsabers hitting each other.</div></blockquote><br/>Cosmos pushed back before addressing Zonus.<br/>""As much as I'd like to join you Zonus I can't. The Dark Side will only lead to destruction and death. If your not careful my friend that death will be yours. One day you'll realize a Sith is not what you want to be. I just hope that day soon.""<br/>Red, blue, and purple light began to fill the area around the two as they continued to duel. Their lightsabers were merely blurs at this point."
9748,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=525,2014-12-17T17:39:00,Nation of cool guys,"Over Ryloth, Thrawn's fleet dueled the Separatist invasion ships while Spar's armada of dreadnoughts and battleships charged forward shattering the blockade.<br/><br/>""Admiral, the enemy fleet is in severe disarray. However, two of our Imperial Star Destroyers have suffered damage and withdrawn to the rearguard of the fleet"" said a tactical officer.<br/>Thrawn smiled and replied: ""Finish them off"""
9749,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=525,2014-12-17T18:58:00,Pantorrum,"The fleet over Ryloth was very capable of countering the Empire and its forces. They began to blast at the enemy. Their complement of fighters swarmed them, as now 10,000 Vulture droids had been deployed. They slammed into enemy bridges and command structures by the dozens, and proceeded to vastly overwhelm the Imperial fighters with sheer numbers.<br/>The Lukrehulks began to blast their powerful cannons into the enemy hull. 4 Munificent Frigates had been damaged and one Techno-Union Frigate Destroyed.<br/>Some ships began to flank the enemy from below, while the Separatist fleet pushed straight on with maximum firepower. Hundreds of torpedoes and concussion missiles blasted into enemy systems, and the ships from below blasted upward with their heavy Turbo-lasers and torpedoes.<br/><br/>Above Naboo, Grievous' shuttle lurched back a little. Unfortunately for the jedi, the shuttle had a lot of energy. Grievous' droid turned the power up to the engines by 5 times. It blasted forward with its maximum speed, nearly crashing into the side of the hanger.<br/>Super battledroids had entered the hanger, as Grievous did bring many droids with him. Some of the Commando Droids also arrived and blasted at the distracted Imperials."
9750,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=525,2014-12-17T20:07:00,Unified Imperial States,"Valarn, still sitting back in his chair, finally gave a sigh. ""Plot coordinates to the nearest Separatist system.""<br/><br/>The bridge crew began calculating the jump, before one droid gave a quick alert. ""Sir, there's a separatist shuttle on it's way out of the enemy vessel""."
9751,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=525,2014-12-17T21:00:00,The Orson Empire,"Karl had lost his grip on the shuttle and watched as it took off. Karl shook his head in anger. Once again, the Empire had failed to kill Grievous, and it was his fault.<br/><br/>""One of these days, I will get that rat bastard..."" Karl growled as he headed back to the bridge. Karl shot a stream of Force lightning at the commando droids and watched as they collapsed, and he left the Stormtroopers to deal with the super battledroids. As Karl made his way back to the bridge, he saw that the ship was a mess. The dead bodies of Stormtroopers were scattered about. On the bridge itself, the dead bodies of the bridge crew, along with droids that had been cut down were everywhere. Karl went to his personal console to see if the engines of the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Repulsor</span>were still active. He saw that they had been completely destroyed. He knew that the ship would have to undergo extensive repairs, as it had been badly damaged in other areas as well.<br/><br/>Karl then took a shuttle to a nearby Imperial-class Star Destroyer, and he ordered repairs on the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Repulsor</span>to begin above Naboo. The rest of the fleet then warped out of the system.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Alassa Major</span><br/><br/>Karl's fleet came out of hyperspace in orbit around<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://starwars.wikia.com/wiki/Alassa_Major"" rel=""nofollow"">Alassa Major</a>, Karl's base of operations in the Mid Rim. The planet was located in the Vilonus Sector, which was right next to the Chommell Sector, the sector that Naboo was in (which is why Karl's fleet had been able to respond so quickly). Alassa Major was a resort world, as the wealthiest beings from the Core Worlds often came here for their personal enjoyment. Nevertheless, due to its proximity to Naboo, the world had been highly militarized, and Karl was stationed there.<br/><br/>Karl took a shuttle to the surface of the planet. The shuttled landed at the primary Imperial military base on the world. Karl left the shuttle and entered the military complex, heading towards his personal office. He closed and locked the door to his office, opened a bottle of beer, and immediately began to drink it. Karl was satisfied, as he needed a drink after all he had experienced."
9752,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=525,2014-12-17T21:09:00,Pantorrum,"Grievous' shuttle shot off to the [i}Exilis[/i]. landing in the hanger. Grievous leaped out of the shuttle, and quickly made his way to the bridge.<br/>""Take me to these co-ordinates Captain.""<br/>He tossed a chip to the ships commanding officer.<br/>""I need to expedite the construction of my vessel."""
9753,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=525,2014-12-18T05:41:00,Bulgislavia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Bespin</span></span><br/><br/>Minku and her pilot managed to get acquainted with each other quite well during the transit from Coruscant, she found out that her pilot was Aris Rela, a human who was born on Eriadu where he made his way to Coruscant, how he ended up a fugitive of the empire was something about him being the personal pilot of a old republic senator. He had been involved in smuggling and the Coruscant underworld after that until they started looking for him (Possibly the empire had uncovered the operation to smuggle fugitive senators out of district 1313, he was the transport operator that took Minku to 1313 and get the senators out).<br/><br/>As they entered the system Minku finally had a turn to speak<br/><br/>""Firstly Mr Rela you talk too much, and second the only thing you need to know about me is that I care about this galaxy enough to commit treason, but don't think that I have any sympathy for the CIS, both of them a galactic monsters, consuming and fighting over worlds of innocent victims caught up in their madness. Other then that you already know I was born in Ryloth and worked as an assistant to Senator Orn Free Taa""<br/><br/>Just then her thoughts went back to her old boss, she hoped the Empire wouldn't be too rough on him once they discover that Minku has been working against the Empire and her disappearance is a sign of her defection, he did after all know nothing of Minku's covert activities. Minku's concern barely noticed that Aris had begun joking about Orn Free Taa's obesity.<br/><br/>'<span style=""font-style: italic"">Chatty human</span>'<br/><br/>The small freighter entered the orbit of the gas giant Bespin and closed in on Cloud City<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">'You have entered Cloud City Airspace, state your business</span>'<br/><br/>""My name is<span style=""font-style: italic"">Marla Von</span>, I have a seasonal residence in the upper city"" said Minku, using one of her alias'. There was a silence at the other end, perhaps for almost 30 seconds before the voice on the other end of the com channel spoke up<br/><br/>'<span style=""font-style: italic"">Welcome back Miss Von</span>'<br/><br/>""Thank you"" With that Minku turned off the comm channel with the Cloud City authorities<br/><br/>""What are you? Some kind of VIP?"" blurted Aris abruptly<br/><br/>""I happen to have quite a good rapport with the Baron Administrator"" smiled Minku<br/><br/>""You mean<span style=""font-style: italic"">Marla Von</span>has good rapport with the Baron Administrator""<br/><br/>""Yes, Miss Von"" Minku's smile grew wider at this, R5 when wheeled into the room '<span style=""font-style: italic"">Vooop vooop bip bip</span>' it chatted....<br/><br/>The freighter docked at a docking pad on the upper levels of the large structure of cloud city. Once they were in the city the two of them made their way into the concourse where all the sky scrapers were. One in particular, a thick rectangular tower with an elegant looking roof piece on the top dominated the cityscape for a few blocks, that was their destination.<br/><br/>Heading up the lift they made their way to the upper floors to the doors of a pent house suit. Once the doors opened a silver protocol droid with a feminine voice was there to greet them<br/><br/>'Oh Miss Von it is a wonder to see you again!'<br/><br/>""Good to see you too Eve. This is our guest Aris<span style=""font-style: italic"">Mill</span>. And ofcourse you know....."" R5 pushed passed Minku's legs '<span style=""font-style: italic"">Buzzzz blip blip!</span>'<br/><br/>The protocol droid raised its arms and stepped back ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Oh those R5 series do have an attitude, of course I remember you R5-D6!</span>'<br/><br/>""So how are you going to pay for all this, I can't imagine the Separatist invasion of Ryloth can be good for your Ryll trading business""<br/><br/>""No it's not, It won't be long until the Baron Administrator learns that I'm back. Obviously this set up is out of my financial capacity, even before the current crisis on Ryloth Marla Von's life style has mostly been sustained through the generosity of powerful wealthy people that are easy for a pretty Twi'lek like me to manipulate, also a few gambling savings""<br/><br/>""Gambling?"" questioned Aris<br/><br/>""One time I contributed to a casino heist, I didn't have much to do with it but I got enough of a cut out of the credits to set me up here, its my emergency money that I only dip into if I have too"" replied Minku<br/><br/>""How did you get away with a casino heist?""<br/><br/>""It was a long time ago, but basically we used an untraceable hack in the electronic gambling machines that drip fed a fraction of every credit spent in the casino's machines. It didn't take long before I started to feel rich, and the hack worked for several months before it was finally discovered and stopped. It's starting to dry up now, but I would say I have enough to keep this pent house for at least 5 more months. But I think some arrangement with the Baron Administrator might help in extending that projection.....""<br/><br/>Later that night Minku went down to a public holo-net terminal and began to seek out any of her contacts on Ryloth, unfortunately all communication to the planet was being blocked, probably by the droid ships. Next she tried to contact her safe house on Tatooine but against she was met by an unstable static filled connection, she wasn't sure if it was because of one of the planets sand storms or because that too was under attack by the CIS.<span style=""font-style: italic"">'Fucking galaxy is going to hell!'</span>she thought to herself before making her way back to the pent house"
9754,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=525,2014-12-18T06:31:00,Unified Imperial States,"The Lieutenant had the Exilis immediately start the countdown to jump away from Naboo to the coordinates the General had indicated, sparing no time leaving the planet's orbit."
9755,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=525,2014-12-18T07:51:00,Ancian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Unified Imperial States <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22836472#p22836472"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Lieutenant had the Exilis immediately start the countdown to jump away from Naboo to the coordinates the General had indicated, sparing no time leaving the planet's orbit.</div></blockquote><br/>The ARC Captain had tilted his head back when Grievous walked in. Now he merely leaned back and listened to Gimmick music in his helmet. Another mission with a shabla close shave...."
9756,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=525,2014-12-18T08:25:00,Nation of cool guys,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pantorrum <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22832758#p22832758"">wrote</a>:</cite>The fleet over Ryloth was very capable of countering the Empire and its forces. They began to blast at the enemy. Their complement of fighters swarmed them, as now 10,000 Vulture droids had been deployed. They slammed into enemy bridges and command structures by the dozens, and proceeded to vastly overwhelm the Imperial fighters with sheer numbers. <br/>The Lukrehulks began to blast their powerful cannons into the enemy hull. 4 Munificent Frigates had been damaged and one Techno-Union Frigate Destroyed. <br/>Some ships began to flank the enemy from below, while the Separatist fleet pushed straight on with maximum firepower. Hundreds of torpedoes and concussion missiles blasted into enemy systems, and the ships from below blasted upward with their heavy Turbo-lasers and torpedoes. <br/><br/>Above Naboo, Grievous' shuttle lurched back a little. Unfortunately for the jedi, the shuttle had a lot of energy. Grievous' droid turned the power up to the engines by 5 times. It blasted forward with its maximum speed, nearly crashing into the side of the hanger. <br/>Super battledroids had entered the hanger, as Grievous did bring many droids with him. Some of the Commando Droids also arrived and blasted at the distracted Imperials.</div></blockquote><br/>The renewed assault on the Imperial fleet surprised Thrawn, but it was of no matter. While the clouds of Vulture droids were a problem, the were getting cut down in the hundreds by the dreadnoughts point defense lasers, and the rest of the fleet was getting into the fight."
9757,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=550,2014-12-18T11:42:00,Our Governator,"<img alt=""Image"" src=""http://lparchive.org/Knights-of-the-Old-Republic-II/Update%2054/img-56.JPG""/><br/><br/>On the beautiful, picturesque planet of Byss, an Imperial city was being constructed. At the center of the massive, weaving dark buildings, with red banners hanging all over, the Imperial Citadel stood out like an AT-AT in Kashyyyk. A force sensitive could feel the dark side power that emanated from the structure; the place reeked of incredible power. In the meditation chamber, Emperor Palpatine sat silently, adorned in a simple black robe, the hood down. His scars marked not only a battle he had fought, but were a sign of the great corruption that the dark side had caused in him.<br/><br/>Feeling the pulse of dark side energy that filled the planet, Sidious felt the careful waves of the force that carried across the sea of the galaxy. In him, he knew that the Jedi continued to exist; a disease that would need to be stamped out. Petting the disturbances carefully, Palpatine knew he would have to dispatch his Imperial Inquisition to hunt down the force sensitives he knew were helping the separatists. In order to unite the power of the galaxy in a dark Empire, there could be no question of his absolute authority over all beings.<br/><br/>Suddenly, his eyes shot open. The meditation chamber was a massive, dark, room. There was little adorning it but fang-shaped pillars and a red elevated surface for him to meditate on. The sith claimed that the pillars helped to channel force energy toward the center, connecting the user to the force more strongly than they could alone. Palpatine slowly stood, putting his hand on the floor and pushing himself to his feet. He sighed from the effort. His body may have been weak, but he had never been stronger."
9758,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=550,2014-12-18T12:12:00,Corsahnim,"The ship which the Twi'leks ran had unexpectedly landed in the middle of a space battle. ""Poodoo, it's the Empire!"" the pilot said. ""We're space dust now!""<br/><br/>Nelan rose up, trying to sneak around. He saw out the pilots window, and he saw a space battle that was in it considerably deep. ""Please do not hurt us,"" said the Twi'lek over an open comm, panicking, acting about as dumb as a Mynock going in an active cannon. ""We're only doing our jobs!""<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">You stupid freaking Twi'leks, you'll get killed for sure this time!</span>thought Nelan, hoping for this ship not to get captured. Of course, his hopes would have been crushed eventually because of the stupidity of these aliens."
9759,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=550,2014-12-18T12:37:00,Nation of cool guys,"<blockquote><div><cite>Corsahnim <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22838581#p22838581"">wrote</a>:</cite>The ship which the Twi'leks ran had unexpectedly landed in the middle of a space battle. ""Poodoo, it's the Empire!"" the pilot said. ""We're space dust now!""<br/><br/>Nelan rose up, trying to sneak around. He saw out the pilots window, and he saw a space battle that was in it considerably deep. ""Please do not hurt us,"" said the Twi'lek over an open comm, panicking, acting about as dumb as a Mynock going in an active cannon. ""We're only doing our jobs!""<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">You stupid freaking Twi'leks, you'll get killed for sure this time!</span> thought Nelan, hoping for this ship not to get captured. Of course, his hopes would have been crushed eventually because of the stupidity of these aliens.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Thrawn was looking over the status of the battle when an officer shouted ""Admiral, we have a small freighter. It just transmitted a mercy signal!""<br/><br/>Thrawn pondered that for a moment before saying ""Disable it's engines and bring it into the lower bay. I expect four squads to board it and provide me with an exact list of it's cargo. And escort it's captain to my meeting room, I'd like a word with whoever is stupid enough to jump into a battle.""<br/>Thrawn then went to his meeting room as two well aimed ion cannon blasts disabled the freighters main engines, and the Chimaera's tractor beam brought the small ship slowly into the docking bay"
9760,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=550,2014-12-18T12:42:00,Corsahnim,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nation of cool guys <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22838743#p22838743"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Corsahnim <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22838581#p22838581"">wrote</a>:</cite>The ship which the Twi'leks ran had unexpectedly landed in the middle of a space battle. ""Poodoo, it's the Empire!"" the pilot said. ""We're space dust now!""<br/><br/>Nelan rose up, trying to sneak around. He saw out the pilots window, and he saw a space battle that was in it considerably deep. ""Please do not hurt us,"" said the Twi'lek over an open comm, panicking, acting about as dumb as a Mynock going in an active cannon. ""We're only doing our jobs!""<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">You stupid freaking Twi'leks, you'll get killed for sure this time!</span> thought Nelan, hoping for this ship not to get captured. Of course, his hopes would have been crushed eventually because of the stupidity of these aliens.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Thrawn was looking over the status of the battle when an officer shouted ""Admiral, we have a small freighter. It just transmitted a mercy signal!""<br/><br/>Thrawn pondered that for a moment before saying ""Disable it's engines and bring it into the lower bay. I expect four squads to board it and provide me with an exact list of it's cargo. And escort it's captain to my meeting room, I'd like a word with whoever is stupid enough to jump into a battle.""<br/>Thrawn then went to his meeting room as two well aimed ion cannon blasts disabled the freighters main engines, and the Chimaera's tractor beam brought the small ship slowly into the docking bay</div></blockquote><br/>Nelan hid as the tractor beam made the freighter dock. He hid in the same cargo box that he came into the ship in. The Twi'leks were panicking, hoping not to get killed by the Empire today. But Nelan thought they had deserved whatever came to them. The pilot and his cohort just waited for the boarding party now."
9761,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=550,2014-12-18T12:55:00,Nation of cool guys,"<blockquote><div><cite>Corsahnim <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22838773#p22838773"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Nation of cool guys <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22838743#p22838743"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Thrawn was looking over the status of the battle when an officer shouted ""Admiral, we have a small freighter. It just transmitted a mercy signal!""<br/><br/>Thrawn pondered that for a moment before saying ""Disable it's engines and bring it into the lower bay. I expect four squads to board it and provide me with an exact list of it's cargo. And escort it's captain to my meeting room, I'd like a word with whoever is stupid enough to jump into a battle.""<br/>Thrawn then went to his meeting room as two well aimed ion cannon blasts disabled the freighters main engines, and the Chimaera's tractor beam brought the small ship slowly into the docking bay</div></blockquote><br/>Nelan hid as the tractor beam made the freighter dock. He hid in the same cargo box that he came into the ship in. The Twi'leks were panicking, hoping not to get killed by the Empire today. But Nelan thought they had deserved whatever came to them. The pilot and his cohort just waited for the boarding party now.</div></blockquote><br/>The door to the freighter opened with a hiss to admit the boarding party of Stormtroopers. The captain broadcasted a message throughout the ship, saying ""If you do not attempt to attack us you will not be harmed. We ask that the commander of the vessel please come to the starboard side docking door."""
9762,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=550,2014-12-18T12:59:00,Corsahnim,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nation of cool guys <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22838848#p22838848"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Corsahnim <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22838773#p22838773"">wrote</a>:</cite>Nelan hid as the tractor beam made the freighter dock. He hid in the same cargo box that he came into the ship in. The Twi'leks were panicking, hoping not to get killed by the Empire today. But Nelan thought they had deserved whatever came to them. The pilot and his cohort just waited for the boarding party now.</div></blockquote><br/>The door to the freighter opened with a hiss to admit the boarding party of Stormtroopers. The captain broadcasted a message throughout the ship, saying ""If you do not attempt to attack us you will not be harmed. We ask that the commander of the vessel please come to the starboard side docking door.""</div></blockquote><br/>The captain of the ship did as he said, going to the starboard side docking door. The co-pilot stayed where he was. ""So, what now,"" the Twi'lek said in basic. ""Is there an escort or an executioner...?""<br/><br/>On the other side of this, Nelan was still hiding in the box, hoping that he wouldn't be found. It was only a matter of time."
9763,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=550,2014-12-18T13:22:00,Pantorrum,"In due time, Grievous arrived at the construction sight of the Malevolence.<br/>""Wipe your system memory, no one will know the Co-ordinates.""<br/>The crew was likely stunned at the mere size of the vessel. It was more than Three times the size of a normal Star Destroyer, and was only slightly smaller than a Mandator. It had something a Mandator didn't, and that was its massive near complete ION Rotar Cannon. The cannon could disable absolutely anything and everything. Once the ship was done, Grievous would strike at Thrawn and wipe out his entire fleet...<br/><br/><br/>Over Ryloth, many of the fighters took notice of the Point defense cannons, an some fired hundreds of Concussion Missiles at the Point Defense cannons. Bombers let lose dozens of Proton Torpedoes targeted at the point defense cannons as well. The Munificent Frigates below continued to fire shots of extreme strength into the bottom of the enemy fleet. The Imperials were indeed caught in dangerous cross fire. Soon enough, if the Separatist could push the Imperials back, Grievous would arrive and surprise the Imperials if they were to return. This would give the Malevolence a powerful advantage.<br/><br/>On the surface, the Separatist army had occupied the poorly defended cities on Ryloth. Wat Tambor had made arrangements for massive food shipments to keep the people happy. Last time, it was largely interior revolts that destroyed Separatist rule. It would not happen again."
9764,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=550,2014-12-18T14:36:00,Nation of cool guys,"As his ship was rocked from further Separatist fire, Thrawn sent a communication to Tarkin.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">""Grand Moff, I am engaged with the Separatist fleet over Ryloth but their Vulture Droids are causing significant problems. We may need reinforcements to deal with the swarms, unless you have a way to neutralize them...?""</blockquote><br/><br/>Meanwhile, while the captain was talking with the captain of the vessel, another trooper holding a scanner ran up to him and whispered something to him, nodding in the direction Nelan was hiding.<br/>Several troopers moved along the sides of the wall towards the stack of crates, weapons at the ready.<br/><br/>""I do hope you aren't hiding anyone from me, captain"" said the stormtrooper captain"
9765,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=550,2014-12-18T14:58:00,Unified Imperial States,"Valarn stayed seated, even after entering the system, starting at the Subjugator class cruiser in front of his vessel. ""Wow"", was the only thing he could say.<br/><br/>Soon after, however, he realized that despite the number of Star Dreadnoughts that the Empire has, why haven't they built any super heavy vessels yet? Did the Separatist leaders think they'd be able to catapult battledroids into orbit by the bus-load and destroy enemy fleets?"
9766,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=550,2014-12-18T15:07:00,The NAR,"<blockquote><div><cite>The NAR <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22829861#p22829861"">wrote</a>:</cite>It was long before the Normandy left hyperspace and arrived at the Orbit of Naboo. Looking out, Michael saw the complete devastation of the battle, but was happy to see an Imperial Victory. He docked in Tarkin's ship and Stormtroopers took away the recruits while Michael awaited beside the prisoners for Grand Moff Tarkin. He turned to Jonis. ""We can talk about this later, understood? Good""</div></blockquote>"
9767,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=550,2014-12-18T15:32:00,Alouite,"<blockquote><div><cite>Alouite <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22829967#p22829967"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The NAR <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22829861#p22829861"">wrote</a>:</cite>It was long before the Normandy left hyperspace and arrived at the Orbit of Naboo. Looking out, Michael saw the complete devastation of the battle, but was happy to see an Imperial Victory. He docked in Tarkin's ship and Stormtroopers took away the recruits while Michael awaited beside the prisoners for Grand Moff Tarkin. He turned to Jonis. ""We can talk about this later, understood? Good""</div></blockquote><br/>Jonis nodded and replied, ""Of course Commander. All in fine time."" He thought to himself, if he could destroy the boundary between the light side and the dark side, then we could create a potential Utopia, one where people can feel free and obligated to be kind to one antithetical as the light side promotes, while still having individual thought and enough vanity for them to truly empathize with others, positive things the dark side promotes. For even a tad of narcissism is good to help understand others views, but it must be limited or else one would become a self serving hubristic person.</div></blockquote><br/>Jonis replied, ""Commander, we should get going. War gives us little time to wait, one must be vigilant and their location mercurial I always say, at least, that's what allowed me to conquer Levanthe."""
9768,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=550,2014-12-18T16:50:00,Ancian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Unified Imperial States <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22840113#p22840113"">wrote</a>:</cite>Valarn stayed seated, even after entering the system, starting at the Subjugator class cruiser in front of his vessel. ""Wow"", was the only thing he could say.<br/><br/>Soon after, however, he realized that despite the number of Star Dreadnoughts that the Empire has, why haven't they built any super heavy vessels yet? Did the Separatist leaders think they'd be able to catapult battledroids into orbit by the bus-load and destroy enemy fleets?</div></blockquote><br/>Kiel was slightly less impressed having heard of it and doing dry runs on a simulation of it...they never did that mission... But it was still a shockingly impressive sight."" Wow is right ner'vod."" Dang, this ship will help..."
9769,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=550,2014-12-18T16:55:00,The Orson Empire,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Kuat</span><br/><br/>After recuperating at his headquarters on Alassa Major, Karl and his fleet made their way to Kuat in the Core Worlds, this time with new plans. Karl was going to adopt scorched earth tactics against the Confederacy by destroying anything that would support their war effort. Karl was going to take a massive gamble and attempt to destroy the droid foundries on Geonosis. A Base Delta Zero operation would be performed on the planet, which would obliterate the surface of Geonosis, including the factories and all of its native population. Karl knew that he would be deep in enemy territory, and the CIS would likely cut off his supply lines, but he had to try something. The CIS's war machine was so massive that the Galactic Empire simply could not keep up, and something had to be done to level the playing field.<br/><br/>To accomplish this, at Kuat, Karl assembled a truly massive invasion fleet of 200 Imperial I-class Star Destroyers, 300 Venator-class Star Destroyers, 300 Victory-class Star Destroyers, 400 Dreadnaught-class heavy cruisers, and 500 Carrack-class light cruisers, as well as various support and auxiliary ships. In total, there were 2,000 ships in Karl's fleet, which was a significant portion of the Imperial Navy. The campaign then begun as Karl's fleet jumped into hyperspace.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Geonosis</span><br/><br/>After some time in hyperspace, the massive fleet jumped into orbit around Geonosis. Karl ordered the fleet to waste no time, as he wanted to destroy the foundries on the planet as quickly as possible before CIS reinforcements arrived. The larger capital ships prepared their guns for the Base Delta Zero operation."
9770,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=550,2014-12-18T18:16:00,Corsahnim,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nation of cool guys <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22839836#p22839836"">wrote</a>:</cite>As his ship was rocked from further Separatist fire, Thrawn sent a communication to Tarkin.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">""Grand Moff, I am engaged with the Separatist fleet over Ryloth but their Vulture Droids are causing significant problems. We may need reinforcements to deal with the swarms, unless you have a way to neutralize them...?""</blockquote><br/><br/>Meanwhile, while the captain was talking with the captain of the vessel, another trooper holding a scanner ran up to him and whispered something to him, nodding in the direction Nelan was hiding. <br/>Several troopers moved along the sides of the wall towards the stack of crates, weapons at the ready.<br/><br/>""I do hope you aren't hiding anyone from me, captain"" said the stormtrooper captain</div></blockquote><br/>""I am only hiding because I am the stowaway on these clueless idiots vessel. Don't shoot."". Nelan was honest with the soldiers and got out the crate. He simply raised both his hands in surrender and the other twi'lek looked in amazement. The captain looked furious."
9771,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=550,2014-12-18T18:36:00,Pantorrum,"Grievous received a transmission from the Geonosian Ground Commanders.<br/>""Uh, general, sir...a massive Imperial Fleet is preparing to assault Geonosis. We request immediate reinforcements. There are...well, our scans suggest 2,000 ships...""<br/><br/>Grievous nearly smashed the communicator, and had it in hand when he realized he had not responded.<br/>""Fine, the Malevolence will be ready to go. I will assemble a fleet. Let the Empire feel the destructive firepower of a Subjugator Heavy Cruiser.""<br/><br/>He terminated the transmission, whipping around the face the ships commander.<br/>""It is nearly done, I will be taking a shuttle to it. You will accompany me in the assault on the Imperial Fleet. Kuat will be a waste of time to attack. I will prepare a force of various vessels. You are promoted to Detachment Commander. Do not disappoint. 5 Munificent Frigates and 2 Recusant Destroyers await you at Cato Neimodia, meet me above Geonosis.""<br/><br/>Grievous whipped around, quickly making way to the Malevolence.<br/>Once on board the bridge, he had the familiar feeling he had before when he was given the original Malevolence.<br/>""Commander, are we nearly done?""<br/>""Roger sir, all systems are operational. The final pieces of the monorail are being laid for transportation but that can be finished in Hyperspace.""<br/>Grievous coughed, before squinting his eyes.<br/>""Excellent, prepare to jump to Geonosis.""<br/><br/><br/>He contacted the Separatist Reserves. The Separatist fleet was tens of thousands strong, so it would not be hard to amass 2,500 ships. With the Malevolence, the fleet would be absolutely stunning with the Malevolence at its lead. Its thermal shields, if active, would void the effects of all torpedoes and missiles...<br/><br/>In all, the following would be prepared-<br/><br/>450 Recusant Destroyers<br/>1300 Munificent Frigates<br/>100 Lukrehulk Carriers<br/>150 Providence Battleships<br/>500 Techno Union Frigates<br/>Of course, the Malevolence was also in the fleet.<br/><br/>All of the ships were dispersed that he gathered, but they would all converge on Geonosis together.<br/>the Malevolence detached from its space docks and jumped toward Geonosis, while ships elsewhere did the same."
9772,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=550,2014-12-18T18:58:00,Unified Imperial States,"""As you wish, General"", now Commander Valarn responded before Grievous walked off the bridge. ""Prepare calculations for a jump. We go to the Neimoidia system.""<br/><br/>Only minutes later, the calculations were complete. The General had already left the ship. Before giving the order to jump, Valarn gave Kiel a glance and smirked. ""Jump.""<br/><br/>The Exilis disappeared into the void of hyperspace."
9773,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=550,2014-12-18T19:02:00,The Orson Empire,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Geonosis</span><br/><br/>The capital ships had begun their Base Delta Zero operation on Geonosis, using their various weapons to begin an incredible orbital bombardment on the surface. The bombardment would be sufficient enough to pierce deep underground to the droid foundries.<br/><br/>From the bridge of his Star Destroyer, Karl watched as massive explosions began to erupt on Geonosis. He was then interrupted by one of the officers.<br/><br/>""Sir, Separatist reinforcements are incoming,"" the officer says. ""Our scanners indicate that they have over 2,000 ships at their disposal.""<br/><br/>As the Separatist fleet neared the planet, Karl sensed something sinister. ""Grievous is with them. I can sense it,"" Karl would say. Karl then began to give orders to the bridge crew. ""Get this ship prepared for combat, now, as they have likely sent in one hell of a defense force,"" Karl ordered. ""Also, send out a message to any nearby Imperial fleets. I want them on standby and prepared to arrive to support us. Grievous and his cronies may have escaped at Naboo, but this time, that rat bastard will not be so lucky."""
9774,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=550,2014-12-18T19:13:00,Ancian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Unified Imperial States <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22842762#p22842762"">wrote</a>:</cite>""As you wish, General"", now Commander Valarn responded before Grievous walked off the bridge. ""Prepare calculations for a jump. We go to the Neimoidia system.""<br/><br/>Only minutes later, the calculations were complete. The General had already left the ship. Before giving the order to jump, Valarn gave Kiel a glance and smirked. ""Jump.""<br/><br/>The Exilis disappeared into the void of hyperspace.</div></blockquote><br/>Kiel took his helmet off and glared ""Show off.."" Then he grinned"" Seriously though, good job."" He thought for a second...then a look of horror spread across his face...""Wait... No...no...your my<span style=""font-style: italic"">commanding officer now</span>"" then he let out laugh""Ah, I'll follow your orders in Alpha ARC captain style. I'll obey...if it suits me."" He laughed again and thumped the commander in the back. Sometimes it dawned on him how sporadic kaminoans had made ARCs....he was glad of it."
9775,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=550,2014-12-18T22:05:00,Republic of Vectors,"The second VE raiding group finally brought a ship down from Hyperspace. The Star Destroyers tractor beams brought the helpless Separatist heavy transport starship out of the mines influence and into the middle of two Star Destroyers. This ship tried fruitlessly to escape, the engines quickly burnt out and melted and the point defense laser cannons fired into the shields of the Star Destroyer, hardly noticed. When the warships docked alongside the transport, both amassed a large number of both stormtroopers and B2 super battle droids. Coordinated among themselves, both sides breached the airlock simultaneously and stormed into the bays. On both sides of the large compliment of battle droids pelted the boarders but were quickly extinguished. It took half an hour to clear the ship of hostiles, until all that was left were a few organics and a T series tactical droid, which were herded into the bridge. The ship was captured with the crew arrested. The droid was taken to have its memory banks scanned. The cargo area was finally opened, it was a very large shipment of Separatist droids. There were row upon row of deactivate droids, some models that had never been seen by the VE before. There were the notable B1 and B2 series, even a Droideka, but there were several models of the B2 that must be upgrades, as well as other improvised or less common droids. The ship and the Separatist crew were taken back to VE for processing this important cargo."
9776,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=550,2014-12-18T22:22:00,Unified Imperial States,"Valarn had already set in the request for the battlegroup while in transit. By the time it reached Neimoidia, they were already prepped to leave for Geonosis.<br/><br/>The new commander stood at the bridge windows, looking upon his small battlegroup of five Munificents and two Recusant class destroyers. He took a glance at his clone friend. ""You know, I grew up on a mining colony before I was drafted by the Trade Federation. I didn't even imagine..."" He was interrupted by his commander droid. ""Sir, all ships report ready to jump."" Valarn looked at the droid before simply asking, ""I don't believe I know your designation. How are you called?"" The droid probably would have had a puzzled facial expression if it had a face. ""Unit OOM-621"", it responded flatly. ""Very well, Unit 621. Prepare us for a jump."" The commander droid turned to go back to it's station."
9777,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=550,2014-12-19T07:09:00,Ancian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Unified Imperial States <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22844507#p22844507"">wrote</a>:</cite>Valarn had already set in the request for the battlegroup while in transit. By the time it reached Neimoidia, they were already prepped to leave for Geonosis.<br/><br/>The new commander stood at the bridge windows, looking upon his small battlegroup of five Munificents and two Recusant class destroyers. He took a glance at his clone friend. ""You know, I grew up on a mining colony before I was drafted by the Trade Federation. I didn't even imagine..."" He was interrupted by his commander droid. ""Sir, all ships report ready to jump."" Valarn looked at the droid before simply asking, ""I don't believe I know your designation. How are you called?"" The droid probably would have had a puzzled facial expression if it had a face. ""Unit OOM-621"", it responded flatly. ""Very well, Unit 621. Prepare us for a jump."" The commander droid turned to go back to it's station.</div></blockquote><br/>He looked back up towards the commander ""You know, that was the opposite for me. Jango told us we we're being trained so that we were the best of the best... But that makes rewards all the sweeter for you."" Then a sudden thought struck him, and he laughed "" I'll be dead before your 45 ner'vod, that puts a spin on how you look at life."" It didn't bother him at the moment although he had a sneaking suspicion that it would in a few years."
9778,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=550,2014-12-19T07:35:00,The Intergalactic Russian Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pantorrum <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22842572#p22842572"">wrote</a>:</cite>Grievous received a transmission from the Geonosian Ground Commanders.<br/>""Uh, general, sir...a massive Imperial Fleet is preparing to assault Geonosis. We request immediate reinforcements. There are...well, our scans suggest 2,000 ships...""<br/><br/>Grievous nearly smashed the communicator, and had it in hand when he realized he had not responded. <br/>""Fine, the Malevolence will be ready to go. I will assemble a fleet. Let the Empire feel the destructive firepower of a Subjugator Heavy Cruiser.""<br/><br/>He terminated the transmission, whipping around the face the ships commander. <br/>""It is nearly done, I will be taking a shuttle to it. You will accompany me in the assault on the Imperial Fleet. Kuat will be a waste of time to attack. I will prepare a force of various vessels. You are promoted to Detachment Commander. Do not disappoint. 5 Munificent Frigates and 2 Recusant Destroyers await you at Cato Neimodia, meet me above Geonosis.""<br/><br/>Grievous whipped around, quickly making way to the Malevolence. <br/>Once on board the bridge, he had the familiar feeling he had before when he was given the original Malevolence. <br/>""Commander, are we nearly done?""<br/>""Roger sir, all systems are operational. The final pieces of the monorail are being laid for transportation but that can be finished in Hyperspace.""<br/>Grievous coughed, before squinting his eyes. <br/>""Excellent, prepare to jump to Geonosis.""<br/><br/><br/>He contacted the Separatist Reserves. The Separatist fleet was tens of thousands strong, so it would not be hard to amass 2,500 ships. With the Malevolence, the fleet would be absolutely stunning with the Malevolence at its lead. Its thermal shields, if active, would void the effects of all torpedoes and missiles...<br/><br/>In all, the following would be prepared-<br/><br/>450 Recusant Destroyers<br/>1300 Munificent Frigates<br/>100 Lukrehulk Carriers<br/>150 Providence Battleships<br/>500 Techno Union Frigates<br/>Of course, the Malevolence was also in the fleet.<br/><br/>All of the ships were dispersed that he gathered, but they would all converge on Geonosis together.<br/>the Malevolence detached from its space docks and jumped toward Geonosis, while ships elsewhere did the same.</div></blockquote><br/>The<span style=""font-style: italic"">White Hand</span>made the jump after the Subjugator class<span style=""font-style: italic"">Malevolence III</span>, Unit-0 wondered how the battle would turn out, he was confident in a victory but was wary in case Grievous did something stupid. Unit-0 said to the crew aboard the bridge ""Remember, are all expected to do your duty for the Confederacy."""
9779,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=550,2014-12-19T08:02:00,Nation of cool guys,"Thrawn surveyed the destruction of the Separatist fleet over Ryloth. A malfunction in the Gravity Well Generators caused a failure in the interdiction which allowed the rest of the Separatist fleet to escape into Hyperspace. It was a shame, but Thrawn and Spar had caused considerable damage to the Separatist fleet.<br/><br/>Thrawn sent a communication to Grand Moff Tarkin;<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Grand Moff, <br/>I have routed the majority of the Separatist fleet but there are still considerable droid forces on the ground, albeit deactivated due to the control ship having been destroyed. I am returning to Kuat for refueling and repairs.</blockquote><br/>Soon after, Thrawn and Spar's fleets entered hypersapce for Kuat once again"
9780,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=550,2014-12-19T08:54:00,Corsahnim,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nation of cool guys <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22847238#p22847238"">wrote</a>:</cite>Thrawn surveyed the destruction of the Separatist fleet over Ryloth. A malfunction in the Gravity Well Generators caused a failure in the interdiction which allowed the rest of the Separatist fleet to escape into Hyperspace. It was a shame, but Thrawn and Spar had caused considerable damage to the Separatist fleet.<br/><br/>Thrawn sent a communication to Grand Moff Tarkin;<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Grand Moff, <br/>I have routed the majority of the Separatist fleet but there are still considerable droid forces on the ground, albeit deactivated due to the control ship having been destroyed. I am returning to Kuat for refueling and repairs.</blockquote><br/>Soon after, Thrawn and Spar's fleets entered hypersapce for Kuat once again</div></blockquote><br/>Nelan, still aboard the ship that was captured, looked at the troopers, wide eyed. ""Where the hell are we going?!"" he asked excitedly. ""What's with this?"" Nelan looked to the cockpit, and he saw a slip of hyperspace action. The twi'leks just looked at him like he was a madman."
9781,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=550,2014-12-19T08:56:00,Pantorrum,"The separatist ground forces on Ryloth were independently operating now, and had been for years ever since the defeat at Naboo. The massive army contacted the fleet which had routed.<br/>""The Imperials have left the system, return immediately and ready for a defense of the planet! Contact the fleet over Neimodia and demand more ships be sent to make our blockade impenetrable!"" Wat Tambor was very upset.<br/><br/><br/>The Malevolence was very close to Geonosis now, the Malevolence ready to devastate the enemy fleet. Grievous began to give orders.<br/>""Have the Ion cannon ready to fire, and prepare to maintain 70% energy to the Starboard Engines, we will turn to fast for them to escape. After this blast, our expanding ION circle will disable possibly hundreds of ships in their massive cluster. Have the rest of the Armada engage the remaining Imperials and we will use our superior firepower to tear apart the disabled ships once and for all. If I am lucky, the Imperial Commander will be on one of the disabled vessels. Prepare the Pod Hunters for after the battle, we will need to destroy all escape pods. Ready the communications jammer as well, no one will know of this Warships existence.""<br/><br/>The droids on the bridge went to work, preparing to jam all communications between the Imperials. Thermal shields would activate quickly after leaving Hyperspace, which would disable the Malevolence from firing torpedoes and concussion missiles but it would also be unaffected by them. It would be able to use its vast array of Turbo-lasers to utterly destroy the disabled, shield-less ships.<br/><br/><br/>On the ground of Geonosis, the ground based ION cannons and defense turrets blasted into space at Imperial vessels. They new Grievous would arrive soon..."
9782,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=575,2014-12-19T09:30:00,Capsland,"<blockquote><div><cite>The United Empire of Exucular <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22831130#p22831130"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Capsland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22827910#p22827910"">wrote</a>:</cite>The lightsabers stated spewing out sparks as the two duelled on the roof of a building. Zonus was using his quick attacks he learned from Ki-Adi-Mundi to try and overpower Cosmos. The two duellists were certainly a match for each other. Then they both started pushing against each other's lightsabers, facing eachother, Zonus spoke.""Cosmos, there's still a chance. Join me and the Empire, have the ability to save that which you love"" There was a bright purple glow from the red and blue lightsabers hitting each other.</div></blockquote><br/>Cosmos pushed back before addressing Zonus.<br/>""As much as I'd like to join you Zonus I can't. The Dark Side will only lead to destruction and death. If your not careful my friend that death will be yours. One day you'll realize a Sith is not what you want to be. I just hope that day soon.""<br/>Red, blue, and purple light began to fill the area around the two as they continued to duel. Their lightsabers were merely blurs at this point.</div></blockquote><br/>""I am not your friend"" With that Zonus bashed his red lightsaber against Cosmos' causing the struggle to end. Now Zonus was frantically swiping and dashing his lightsaber at Cosmos' defensive stance. The blurs of red and blue from Zonus were disorienting, you didn't know where the next strike would come, but that was only to a normal person. For a Jedi like Cosmos, it was just a challenge."
9783,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=575,2014-12-19T13:07:00,Our Governator,"On the bridge of the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Executrix</span>, Captain Darcc was informed that Commander Wolfe had arrived with the prisoners. He went to the airlock personally to receive them. The large, gray room quickly filled with many stormtroopers to take the prisoners to the brig. Captain Darcc moved through the stormtroopers, who amassed around the door in file. He saluted Commander Wolfe. ""Commander, welcome back. It appears your mission was successful.""<br/><br/>In his conference room, Grand Moff Tarkin was informed of the progress of Grand Admiral Thrawn, and sent him a short message commending him for his victory. Soon, he was informed of the prisoners arriving, and told Captain Darcc to bring Commander Wolfe up to the conference chambers.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, the fleet which still hung over Naboo continued to run tests to ensure that their ships were operating optimally."
9784,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=575,2014-12-19T15:00:00,The NAR,"Commander Wolfe saluted Grand Moff Tarkin. ""Grand Moff Tarkin. It's an honor to meet you, sir. You're actions are legendary across the Imperial Marines"""
9785,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=575,2014-12-19T16:04:00,The Orson Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pantorrum <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22847583#p22847583"">wrote</a>:</cite>The separatist ground forces on Ryloth were independently operating now, and had been for years ever since the defeat at Naboo. The massive army contacted the fleet which had routed. <br/>""The Imperials have left the system, return immediately and ready for a defense of the planet! Contact the fleet over Neimodia and demand more ships be sent to make our blockade impenetrable!"" Wat Tambor was very upset. <br/><br/><br/>The Malevolence was very close to Geonosis now, the Malevolence ready to devastate the enemy fleet. Grievous began to give orders. <br/>""Have the Ion cannon ready to fire, and prepare to maintain 70% energy to the Starboard Engines, we will turn to fast for them to escape. After this blast, our expanding ION circle will disable possibly hundreds of ships in their massive cluster. Have the rest of the Armada engage the remaining Imperials and we will use our superior firepower to tear apart the disabled ships once and for all. If I am lucky, the Imperial Commander will be on one of the disabled vessels. Prepare the Pod Hunters for after the battle, we will need to destroy all escape pods. Ready the communications jammer as well, no one will know of this Warships existence.""<br/><br/>The droids on the bridge went to work, preparing to jam all communications between the Imperials. Thermal shields would activate quickly after leaving Hyperspace, which would disable the Malevolence from firing torpedoes and concussion missiles but it would also be unaffected by them. It would be able to use its vast array of Turbo-lasers to utterly destroy the disabled, shield-less ships. <br/><br/><br/>On the ground of Geonosis, the ground based ION cannons and defense turrets blasted into space at Imperial vessels. They new Grievous would arrive soon...</div></blockquote><br/>The armada had begun to split up into smaller groups in preparation for the battle, because being spread out would make the ships a smaller target, and thus harder to fight. The ship crews began to man their battlestations as all weapons were loaded and put on standby. However, the fleet had no idea that the Malevolence would be in this fight.<br/><br/>Communications between the ships were being scrambled, and thus, the Imperials were forced to switch to less reliable encrypted networks in order to communicate.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, the capital ships continued their bombardment of Geonosis's surface."
9786,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=575,2014-12-19T16:34:00,Alouite,"<blockquote><div><cite>The NAR <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22850430#p22850430"">wrote</a>:</cite>Commander Wolfe saluted Grand Moff Tarkin. ""Grand Moff Tarkin. It's an honor to meet you, sir. You're actions are legendary across the Imperial Marines""</div></blockquote><br/>Jonis also saluted Moff Tarkin. He remained silent avoiding any dialogue, he didn't want to make a brash comment, for now he planned to climb the Imperial hierarchy before doing anything."
9787,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=575,2014-12-19T18:35:00,Our Governator,"<blockquote><div><cite>Alouite <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22851382#p22851382"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The NAR <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22850430#p22850430"">wrote</a>:</cite>Commander Wolfe saluted Grand Moff Tarkin. ""Grand Moff Tarkin. It's an honor to meet you, sir. You're actions are legendary across the Imperial Marines""</div></blockquote><br/>Jonis also saluted Moff Tarkin. He remained silent avoiding any dialogue, he didn't want to make a brash comment, for now he planned to climb the Imperial hierarchy before doing anything.</div></blockquote><br/>Grand Moff Tarkin's fleet oversaw the garrisons being reinforced and the defenses rebuilt, watching carefully to ensure perfection and discipline among the ranks. The gungans, however, continued to draw the short end of the stick in Naboo. Tarkin's flagship, the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Executrix</span>, orbited around Naboo, with its crew commanding the rest of the fleet. Captain Darcc kept busy keeping the fleet running smoothly.<br/>Meanwhile, in the grey conference center, adorned with imperial banners and a large table with a dark table, Grand Moff Tarkin, sitting in his simple gray uniform, nodded to the both of his guests.. ""Thank you, Commander Wolfe, a pleasure I'm sure. Now,"" he stood. ""I must ask that your ship accompany my fleet to begin an assault on Indupar and its crown worlds. Your primary objective will be to lead a force that will capture the Induparan royal family and show the confederates that we will not tolerate any form of disloyalty toward the Empire.""<br/>In the brig, the rebel leaders were each sentenced to death for treason against the Empire. They were shuttled down to Naboo for their punishment, and news of it spread very quickly."
9788,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=575,2014-12-19T19:09:00,The NAR,"Michael eased his posture a little, relaxing his tired muscles. ""Sir, your words have inspired me to formulate a plan. 'Cut off the head...'. I know how we can cripple the CIS, Grand Moff. If you're willing to listen"""
9789,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=575,2014-12-19T21:04:00,Republic of Vectors,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">An army of construction droids boarded their ships to head off to a far away region. Prime Minister Adam Buqler watched from his vantage point through a tinted plexiglass window overlooking the loading pad. He lifted his hand, which held a datapad, and activated it. The title flashed for one second 'Sun Razer' before moving to the text and picture based content. The Prime Minister lowered the datapad again. He already knew it would work. The engineers assured him. The far away sun fit the specific requirements for a sun that would power this facility, and the sheer distance meant that anything less than a one in a quintillion chance would be a random fluke. The PM turned away from the window, the force telling him one of his senior underlings were approaching. <br/>“Sir?” The head of Security called out, knocking. “We are ready to leave for Mon Calamari whenever you are.”<br/>“Thank you captain. I will be there shortly.” The person turned and left. The Prime Minister strode to an armoire where he attached his personal military mobility shield underneath his royal cloak and strapped his long vibroblade to his side. He then inserted his hand into a thin, narrow slot at the rear of the cabinet and the biometric scanners opened for him a hatch in the floor. The Minister bent down and stored away the datapad, being sure to set the emergency self destruct before he closed it again, allowing it to conceal itself into the natural floor art. <br/><br/>Suddenly, the Minister felt a shift in the force. It was something that he, in his lack of wisdom and proper training could not explain. It was some sort of... disturbance in the force. He blinked twice, trying to understand, for the umpteenth time why he felt these shifts now and then. When he reopened his eyes on the second time, the real world faded out and he received a vision. Faint figures, slightly blurred were in some sort of governmental building. Force lightning. Blue sphere. A shocked Sith Lords final dying moments. Death. The real world came back with a jolt. The jolt of which was the Prime Minister falling to the ground. With an exaggerated groan, the man got up again, slightly unsure of what he just experienced. He shook his head and left to the staircase to join his elite salvage group.</blockquote><br/><br/><br/><br/><br/><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">The four warships that were sent to conduct hyperspace raids returned. They carefully navigated through the asteroid belt to the center most planet, with the captured Hutt ship following behind. The ships docked at a orbiting resupply depot and had their fuel refilled. The Hutt ship continued downwards to a covert military establishment where the ground seemed to open up and swallow the ship, leaving behind no trace. It was only when the area was secure that the boarding officer got out and ordered several elite troopers to bring a containment box. Moments later the chest like box returned to the ship and the group went up top the bridge. Laying on the table was an ancient artifact, that despite being cracked in several places, the rod seemed to radiate a faint red glow. An ancient Sith artifact. When the officer had called for the slaughter of the ship's crew, it was to ensure the secret of this transfer of ownership would never see the light. After the artifact was removed, the ship was partially dismantled in a search for any more items, which turned to be a negative. The ship then left the base and made its way to a storage area where the cargo bay would be emptied. The ship would then be sent to a scrapyard to be made into warships.</blockquote><br/><br/><br/><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Again on the center most planet, secret installations were busy designing the prototypes to ancient super weapons. There were already a few facts and rumors about the war machines, the VE just needed to put it all together. Parts and destroyed systems have been purchased discreetly, and the VE engineers were busy replicating a working prototype of several systems. They were designing a Null Cannon, the engines and power system of the Galaxy Gun and, with difficulty, using Hutt technology to piece together a working Planechanga. With their current capabilities, these systems would not be done for another decade. One completed every three years.</blockquote><br/><br/><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value="" Project Update""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Construction of seven thousand Electro-Proton bombs 150/7000<br/>Construction of Torpedo Sphere 2/5<br/>Construction of Ten Dreadnought class heavy cruiser 1/10<br/>Construction of Sixty Enforcer class picket cruiser 5/60<br/>Construction of Thirty Lancer class frigate 5/30<br/>Construction of Seven Golan III Defense satellites 0.5/7<br/>Construction of Ten Type II Orbital Repair Yards 1/10<br/>Construction of Fifty XX-9 Turbolaser towers 7/50<br/>Construction of Seven planetary shields 1/7<br/>Construction of Twenty One XX-10 Turbolaser towers 1/21<br/>Construction of One Thousand Missile Droids 0/1000<br/>Construction of Twenty Mandator III class dreadnoughts 0/20 <br/>Construction of Sixty Four invincible-class Dreadnaught Heavy Cruiser 0/64<br/>Construction of one thousand TIE/D automated fighters 0/1000<br/>Agate gas reservoirs 103'700/1'000'000 cubic meters <br/>Construction of a Galaxy Gun prototype 1/100<br/>Construction of Null Cannon prototype 1/100<br/>Construction of Planechange prototype 1/100<br/>Stygium Crystals gathered 0<br/>Trooper Armour Upgrades 5<br/>Construction of Spaari Cloning Compounds 1/100<br/>Construction of Strike Class warship -completed-<br/>Mounting of a SPHA-T on 310 capital ships -completed-</div></div></div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">The Prime Minster was a very busy man. More-so than the previous Governor or any leader before him. He used the impending threat of a Separatist invasion to keep the people working towards his vision of safety and security. The citizens just had to trust him and keep calm. The Minister sent a covert team to the remains of Aeten II. This poor world had suffered destruction under Grand Admiral Martio Batch. The world was split, turning it into an array of rocks. And Stygium crystals. The vital crystals used in cloaking devices. And the VE needed many of them. The covert team included one cloaked medium transport carrier and two dozen small gunships fitted with gathering devises. They would spend three weeks and gather as many crystals as they could before returning to the VE. Defending the medium transport carrier was one Imperial II Star Destroyer with a full compliment of starfighters.</blockquote><br/><br/><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">The military, in preparation for General Grievous, has begun adding a complex weave of alloys to the outer coating of standard trooper armor. This coating is a mixture of phrik and cortosis, thereby being able to deflect and sometimes short out lightsabers against the armor. This coating is extremely expensive, but is lightweight and does not hinder movement. About six thousand sets of armor coverings are converted to this lightsaber resistant variant every day.</blockquote><br/><br/><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">The Prime Minister has allowed a secret project to be undertaken. On every world, a single facility shall be constructed to house a controversial project. The construction and running of several dozen Spaarti cloning cylinders. Every month a few hundred troops with no purpose outside of war will be created to supplement front line combat units. This couple hundred influx will be a small start to an eventually huge project. These facilities will release their first batch of clones in four months.<br/>These clone troopers, since they are bred very fast, several of them will experience a mental disability causing them to disregard their flash memories, become spontaneously violent and irrational.</blockquote><br/><br/><br/><br/><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">TO: Whomever it may concern in the CIS<br/>FROM: Villiant Entente<br/><br/><br/>The Villiant Entente hereby offers a peace treaty before both our respective organizations. While our people are not yet willing to fight behind the CIS cause, we can assure you that we shall not either fight nor or against you. Our market shall be opened for economic prosperity, but the military shall be reserved for us. Our Imperial intelligence can also give you detailed schematics for most major warships. <br/><br/>If this short message has any problems or causes any questions, please feel free to convey them.<br/><br/>Sincerely,<br/>Prime Minister Adam Burlque</blockquote>"
9790,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=575,2014-12-19T21:45:00,Our Governator,"<blockquote><div><cite>The NAR <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22852942#p22852942"">wrote</a>:</cite>Michael eased his posture a little, relaxing his tired muscles. ""Sir, your words have inspired me to formulate a plan. 'Cut off the head...'. I know how we can cripple the CIS, Grand Moff. If you're willing to listen""</div></blockquote><br/>Grand Moff Tarkin raised an eyebrow, extending both of his arms in front of him, resting his elbows on the table, and then tented his hands. ""I suppose.""<br/><br/>The fleet busily reformed around Naboo. Captain Darcc arranged the fleet, ensured that all fighters and bombers returned to their ships. Following this, passenger shuttles returned to their starships, preparing for hyperspace travel. The engines were primed and ready to go, at the command of the Grand Moff."
9791,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=575,2014-12-19T21:59:00,The NAR,"""Cut off the head of the Rancor..."" Michael said. ""The CIS is built upon industry. Their armies rely on massive facories, most of which were specificaly designed to create Droids. If we remove their ability to create droids, we destroy the bulk of their army. Even more, we can use their own weapons against them..."""
9792,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=575,2014-12-19T23:56:00,Pantorrum,"The Separatist fleet emerged from Hyperspace, and the malevolence turned quickly due to Grievous' pre-ordered boost to the Starboard engines. In seconds, the charged Starboard cannon was now facing the center of the Imperial Fleet.<br/><br/>An OOM battle droid Commander spoke up.<br/>""Sir, ready to fire.""<br/>Grievous squinted his eyes and laughed diabolically.<br/>""Fire.""<br/><br/>The ION Rotar Canon released the huge circle of ION Energy, and passed through the center of the Imperial Fleet. Grievous had tried to get the command ship somewhere within the blast, but he wasn't sure which ship was the Command ship.<br/>""All power to Port Engines for 90 degree's, then full forward through the center. Prepare for intensify forward fire power on the disabled vessels. All ships commence hook maneuver!""<br/>The fleet had been position like hooks on both sides of the Malevolence, and they moved forward and began to encircle and trap the Imperial Fleet between the hooks. Grievous sent a coded message to the Separatist Defensive Blockade which had been defending Geonosis.<br/>""Once the blast dissipates, all vessels forward! Push the Imperial ships close together in my hook formation while I move up the center.""<br/><br/>The Tactical droid complied, as Grievous ordered all cannons to fire on the disabled vessels. Both ION cannons were beginning to charge on both sides.<br/>Grievous turned to an OOM Command Droid which captained the ship.<br/>""Are the Thermal Shields active? How long until we can fire again?"" Grievous barked, with a cough.<br/>""Roger sir, Thermal Shields are fully active. Hangers are sealed. Approximately 1 minute and counting.""<br/><br/>Grievous smiled, his maneuver would decimate most of the Imperial Fleet while they were trapped between both sides of the hooks, and the advancing fleet in the front. The malevolence was in the soon to be scrap yard at the middle of the divided Imperial Fleet, ready to fire both ways..."
9793,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=575,2014-12-20T00:31:00,The Orson Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pantorrum <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22854898#p22854898"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Separatist fleet emerged from Hyperspace, and the malevolence turned quickly due to Grievous' pre-ordered boost to the Starboard engines. In seconds, the charged Starboard cannon was now facing the center of the Imperial Fleet. <br/><br/>An OOM battle droid Commander spoke up. <br/>""Sir, ready to fire.""<br/>Grievous squinted his eyes and laughed diabolically. <br/>""Fire.""<br/><br/>The ION Rotar Canon released the huge circle of ION Energy, and passed through the center of the Imperial Fleet. Grievous had tried to get the command ship somewhere within the blast, but he wasn't sure which ship was the Command ship. <br/>""All power to Port Engines for 90 degree's, then full forward through the center. Prepare for intensify forward fire power on the disabled vessels. All ships commence hook maneuver!""<br/>The fleet had been position like hooks on both sides of the Malevolence, and they moved forward and began to encircle and trap the Imperial Fleet between the hooks. Grievous sent a coded message to the Separatist Defensive Blockade which had been defending Geonosis. <br/>""Once the blast dissipates, all vessels forward! Push the Imperial ships close together in my hook formation while I move up the center.""<br/><br/>The Tactical droid complied, as Grievous ordered all cannons to fire on the disabled vessels. Both ION cannons were beginning to charge on both sides. <br/>Grievous turned to an OOM Command Droid which captained the ship. <br/>""Are the Thermal Shields active? How long until we can fire again?"" Grievous barked, with a cough. <br/>""Roger sir, Thermal Shields are fully active. Hangers are sealed. Approximately 1 minute and counting.""<br/><br/>Grievous smiled, his maneuver would decimate most of the Imperial Fleet while they were trapped between both sides of the hooks, and the advancing fleet in the front. The malevolence was in the soon to be scrap yard at the middle of the divided Imperial Fleet, ready to fire both ways...</div></blockquote><br/>As the Separatist fleet dropped out of hyperspace, the Imperial fleet had immediately begun to open fire on their forces....that is, until they saw the Malevolence. The Imperial's were absolutely shocked to see the massive ship make its grand return into combat.<br/><br/>Aboard the flagship, the entire bridge crew had went silent as they saw the Malevolence appear. Karl had immediately jumped up in order to get a better view of the ship.<br/><br/>""S-S-Sir, is that what I think it is?"" one of the officers managed to stutter out.<br/><br/>""I...I think so,"" Karl replied. Karl then shook his head and yelled,""It's the Malevolence!""<br/><br/>""Wasn't the Malevolence<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://starwars.wikia.com/wiki/Battle_of_the_Kaliida_Nebula"" rel=""nofollow"">destroyed several years ago at Kaliida</a>?"" one of the bridge crew asked.<br/><br/>""I guess they rebuilt the damn thing,"" Karl replied.<br/><br/>The bridge crew was still silent, as they were still in shock. ""How should we respond?"" the officer asked.<br/><br/>Karl did not respond, as he still could not believe that the Malevolence had been rebuilt. Then, suddenly, the bridge crew watched as the Malevolence opened fire with its massive ion cannons. However, the only problem with Grievous's strategy was that there was no center to the Imperial fleet; the fleet had split up into smaller groups and dispersed throughout the area, which made them smaller targets. Nevertheless, the blast impacted a group of 100 ships, and it disabled most of them. Many of these ships were destroyed as the enemy fleet opened fire.<br/><br/>Karl watched in horror as 100 ships were instantly disabled by the blast. ""Alright, we've got to get the fuck out of here, now!!"" Karl yelled. ""We cannot take on the Malevolence, especially with that massive fleet defending it! Turn this ship around, now!""<br/><br/>The bridge crew quickly got moving, and a retreat message was sent to the rest of the Imperial fleet."
9794,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=575,2014-12-20T02:35:00,Unified Imperial States,"Valarn's detatchment arrived in Geonosis' orbit. It was already hell in the void above the desert planet.<br/><br/>""Take us in after the lighter vessels. Have the group form a picket formation, and move forward.""<br/><br/>The Exilis, the other five Munificents and two Recusant destroyers spread out, a kilometer in between each ship. They lurched forward into the battle, taking on the lighter frigates and escorts of the Imperial fleet."
9795,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=575,2014-12-20T06:46:00,Ancian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Unified Imperial States <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22855451#p22855451"">wrote</a>:</cite>Valarn's detatchment arrived in Geonosis' orbit. It was already hell in the void above the desert planet.<br/><br/>""Take us in after the lighter vessels. Have the group form a picket formation, and move forward.""<br/><br/>The Exilis, the other five Munificents and two Recusant destroyers spread out, a kilometer in between each ship. They lurched forward into the battle, taking on the lighter frigates and escorts of the Imperial fleet.</div></blockquote><br/>Kiel looked around and stretched. About then he almost got thrown out if his seat when they lurched forward. ""Ah,this'll be fun. All the pretty lights that go boom. The best part of this is that I get to sit here and watch it all."""
9796,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=575,2014-12-20T07:21:00,Pantorrum,"The Malevolence had indeed made a stunning appearance, but it was not done yet...<br/>As the Malevolence moved up through the location where the ships had been destroyed, the ION cannons readied to fire from both sides into the ship that were on either side of the Malevolence.<br/>""Sir, the Imperials are retreating. Should we allow them to escape?""<br/>""No!"" Grievous shouted, at the top of his lungs.<br/>""We give no quarter!""<br/><br/>The Malevolence blasted from both sides, and the Separatist fleet began to hook in around the Imperials as they readied to retreat. All firepower was intensified forward , targeting ships that were not hit by the ION Blast. Grievous decided they could be destroyed later, since they were not going anywhere. The Malevolence to engaged undamaged ships from its position, charging the ION cannon and turning to a different angle..."
9797,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=575,2014-12-20T08:13:00,Nation of cool guys,"Thrawn's fleet emerged from hyperspace, but not over Kuat. Before Thrawn lay the planet Geonosis and to his dismay, the Malevolence, and a Separatist fleet escorting it. Thrawn contact Karl, saying ""Hello there commander, getting into trouble again I see. I'll see what I can do."" He ordered his fleet to move in accordance to the Malevolences movement, to give it not more than a few ships at a time to shoot at.<br/><br/>Thrawn's fleet, having emerged from hyperspace behind the Separatists, again sent its dreadnoughts to the head of the fleet, their mass banks of turbolasers pounding the pincer formation, while the Super Star Destroyer angled itself so it could focus nearly 50% of its firepower on the Malevolence's engines.<br/>15 Imperial-class Star Destroyers and 15 Keldabe-class Battleships moved in to add an incredible amount of firepower focusing on the engines of the Malevolence.<br/><br/>Thrawn also ordered thousands of fighters and bombers to assault the Malevolence's primary weapon, the massive ion pulse cannon. A tiny amount of bombers disabled it in the Clone Wars, multiple TIE squadrons would make easy work of it.<br/><br/>Thrawn noticed that several of Karl's ships were just hanging in space. ""So he's already fired, has he?"" he said to himself.<br/><br/>Thrawn again received a heavily encrypted transmission from somewhere nearby. He couldn't translate the majority of it but he knew that his surprise was waiting."
9798,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=575,2014-12-20T08:22:00,The Intergalactic Russian Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pantorrum <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22856613#p22856613"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Malevolence had indeed made a stunning appearance, but it was not done yet...<br/>As the Malevolence moved up through the location where the ships had been destroyed, the ION cannons readied to fire from both sides into the ship that were on either side of the Malevolence. <br/>""Sir, the Imperials are retreating. Should we allow them to escape?""<br/>""No!"" Grievous shouted, at the top of his lungs. <br/>""We give no quarter!"" <br/><br/>The Malevolence blasted from both sides, and the Separatist fleet began to hook in around the Imperials as they readied to retreat. All firepower was intensified forward , targeting ships that were not hit by the ION Blast. Grievous decided they could be destroyed later, since they were not going anywhere. The Malevolence to engaged undamaged ships from its position, charging the ION cannon and turning to a different angle...</div></blockquote><br/>The<span style=""font-style: italic"">White Hand</span>opened up on the deactivated Imperial ships ""Wow, it's like we don't even need to try, we are going to win the war in no time."" then Thrawn's fleet appeared ""Why did I even say that?"" he contacted Grievous ""Sir, Thrawn's fleet is behind us, I recommend we use the ION cannon on them."""
9799,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=575,2014-12-20T10:11:00,Alouite,"<blockquote><div><cite>The NAR <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22854309#p22854309"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Cut off the head of the Rancor..."" Michael said. ""The CIS is built upon industry. Their armies rely on massive facories, most of which were specificaly designed to create Droids. If we remove their ability to create droids, we destroy the bulk of their army. Even more, we can use their own weapons against them...""</div></blockquote><br/>Jonis nodded and said, ""Sir, In addition, we could use the hammer and anvil tactics against their forts. Because of their droids sacrificing quality for quantity, we could easily create disorder in their ranks. I devised there tactics when I conquered Levanthe. You simply use a frontal assault of heavy storm troopers and machinery, and then send in quicker fast units, a mixture of light ground vehicles and light aircraft to swoop around the enemy and strike them down. On top of this, we could focus our heavy aircraft to target their defenses directly."""
9800,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=575,2014-12-20T12:25:00,Unified Imperial States,"Seeing a chance to intervene, Valarn ordered his detachment to circle around the battle, and go after the ships that were clearly focussing on the Subjugator. ""Prepare to launch fighters on my command."" He wanted every ship to line up directly behind the Keldabe battleships. The Star Destroyers could wait.<br/><br/>He saw his chance. ""Launch the fighters. I want all ships to focus fire on the closest three Keldabe vessels."" The two Recusants and six Munificents, including the Exilis, opened fire on the Keldabe battleships, primarily gunning for the engines. A cloud of Vulture droids and Hyenas swept forth from each Munificent, moving to envelope the targeted vessels."
9801,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=575,2014-12-20T12:59:00,Nation of cool guys,"<blockquote><div><cite>Unified Imperial States <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22858736#p22858736"">wrote</a>:</cite>Seeing a chance to intervene, Valarn ordered his detachment to circle around the battle, and go after the ships that were clearly focussing on the Subjugator. ""Prepare to launch fighters on my command."" He wanted every ship to line up directly behind the Keldabe battleships. The Star Destroyers could wait.<br/><br/>He saw his chance. ""Launch the fighters. I want all ships to focus fire on the closest three Keldabe vessels."" The two Recusants and six Munificents, including the Exilis, opened fire on the Keldabe battleships, primarily gunning for the engines. A cloud of Vulture droids and Hyenas swept forth from each Munificent, moving to envelope the targeted vessels.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Spar chuckled. Did those tiny frigates think they could take on a formation of Keldabe-class Battleships? The three Keldabe battleships turned their attention to the small Munificents, lancing out with heavy quad-turbolaser fire. Behind them, two Kandosii-class Dreadnoughts entered the fray, spraying a hail of anti-fighter lasers into the attacking fighters and bombers. Meanwhile the main guns on the dreadnoughts lanced out into the Recusants<br/>To support them, fifteen heavily armed Krayt Gunships, which were waiting for an opportunity to bring their superior maneuverability into play, sprung forth from the rear of the Imperial Fleet to engage the circling Separatists.<br/><br/>Meanwhile the Super Star Destroyer was wreaking havoc on the rear of the Malevolence, and the other Imperial ships kept the other Separatist ships at bay. Off to the right, several Imperial-class Star Destroyers, backed up by a Mandator-II were focusing intense fire into the command sphere of a Lucrehulk, crippling it"
9802,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=575,2014-12-20T14:20:00,Unified Imperial States,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nation of cool guys <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22858993#p22858993"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Unified Imperial States <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22858736#p22858736"">wrote</a>:</cite>Seeing a chance to intervene, Valarn ordered his detachment to circle around the battle, and go after the ships that were clearly focussing on the Subjugator. ""Prepare to launch fighters on my command."" He wanted every ship to line up directly behind the Keldabe battleships. The Star Destroyers could wait.<br/><br/>He saw his chance. ""Launch the fighters. I want all ships to focus fire on the closest three Keldabe vessels."" The two Recusants and six Munificents, including the Exilis, opened fire on the Keldabe battleships, primarily gunning for the engines. A cloud of Vulture droids and Hyenas swept forth from each Munificent, moving to envelope the targeted vessels.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Spar chuckled. Did those tiny frigates think they could take on a formation of Keldabe-class Battleships? The three Keldabe battleships turned their attention to the small Munificents, lancing out with heavy quad-turbolaser fire. Behind them, two Kandosii-class Dreadnoughts entered the fray, spraying a hail of anti-fighter lasers into the attacking fighters and bombers. Meanwhile the main guns on the dreadnoughts lanced out into the Recusants<br/>To support them, fifteen heavily armed Krayt Gunships, which were waiting for an opportunity to bring their superior maneuverability into play, sprung forth from the rear of the Imperial Fleet to engage the circling Separatists.<br/><br/>Meanwhile the Super Star Destroyer was wreaking havoc on the rear of the Malevolence, and the other Imperial ships kept the other Separatist ships at bay. Off to the right, several Imperial-class Star Destroyers, backed up by a Mandator-II were focusing intense fire into the command sphere of a Lucrehulk, crippling it</div></blockquote><br/><br/>And now, Valarn thought, it was time to stick to their strengths. The Munificents used their superior speed and maneuverability over the Keldabe to stick closer to their engines. They did have the initiative advantage after all. The Exilis, however, disengaged, going after the Kandosii dreadnoughts, lashing out with it's modified armament of forward facing torpedoes. Tens of them sped towards the Kandosii vessels, which would undoubtedly damage the outdated ships. The Recusant destroyers assisted in the Exilis' assault.<br/><br/>Valarn had about half of the Vulture droids disengage to attack the Krayt Gunships. Maneuverable as the gunships were, the Vulture droids simply bared down in full force on them, enveloping them in a cloud of attackers."
9803,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=575,2014-12-20T14:23:00,Nation of cool guys,"<blockquote><div><cite>Unified Imperial States <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22859548#p22859548"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Nation of cool guys <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22858993#p22858993"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Spar chuckled. Did those tiny frigates think they could take on a formation of Keldabe-class Battleships? The three Keldabe battleships turned their attention to the small Munificents, lancing out with heavy quad-turbolaser fire. Behind them, two Kandosii-class Dreadnoughts entered the fray, spraying a hail of anti-fighter lasers into the attacking fighters and bombers. Meanwhile the main guns on the dreadnoughts lanced out into the Recusants<br/>To support them, fifteen heavily armed Krayt Gunships, which were waiting for an opportunity to bring their superior maneuverability into play, sprung forth from the rear of the Imperial Fleet to engage the circling Separatists.<br/><br/>Meanwhile the Super Star Destroyer was wreaking havoc on the rear of the Malevolence, and the other Imperial ships kept the other Separatist ships at bay. Off to the right, several Imperial-class Star Destroyers, backed up by a Mandator-II were focusing intense fire into the command sphere of a Lucrehulk, crippling it</div></blockquote><br/><br/>And now, Valarn thought, it was time to stick to their strengths. The Munificents used their superior speed and maneuverability over the Keldabe to stick closer to their engines. They did have the initiative advantage after all. The Exilis, however, disengaged, going after the Kandosii dreadnoughts, lashing out with it's modified armament of forward facing torpedoes. Tens of them sped towards the Kandosii vessels, which would undoubtedly damage the outdated ships. The Recusant destroyers assisted in the Exilis' assault.<br/><br/>Valarn had about half of the Vulture droids disengage to attack the Krayt Gunships. Maneuverable as the gunships were, the Vulture droids simply bared down in full force on them, enveloping them in a cloud of attackers.</div></blockquote><br/>Spar sighed as the Munificents hugged the engines of the Keldabe battleships. ""Thrawn, how about you bring in your friends you've been hiding?""<br/>Thrawn chuckled. ""With pleasure, my friend"" he said. Thrawn broadcasted a wide range signal throughout Geonosis. Behind the Munificents and Recusants flanking the fleet, 10 Chiss Star Destroyers decloaked and prepared to fire...."
9804,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=575,2014-12-20T14:46:00,Pantorrum,"Grievous only grunted as he seen Thrawn.<br/>""His bombers and fighters will do nothing, our Thermal Shields are up. Turn us to port and fire on the Super Star Destroyer.""<br/><br/>The Malevolence's engines were hardly damaged thanks to the Thermal Shields. He could not fire torpedoes or missiles, but it did not matter to him.<br/><br/>The malevolence fired its massive blast at the Super Star Destroyer. it was far to fast to to be avoided by the colossal ship. It needed only to hit part of it to disabled the vessel. Many other ships would likely be caught in the blast.<br/>Many ships turned around, divided evenly between the trapped Imperial fleet and the new one. They pushed forward, shields active, and firing hundreds of torpedoes and missiles at Star Destroyer Command Bridges.<br/>All transmissions in the system continue to be jammed heavily by the Malevolence. Her shining hull glistened in the sunlight of Geonosis' star, as turbo-lasers lit up and blasted at full force at the SSD before them. The ION cannons were being re-charged. With the fleets here, the victory would be only sweeter. The outnumbered Imperials, and outgunned with the Malevolence, stood little chance..."
9805,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=575,2014-12-20T15:47:00,The United Empire of Exucular,"<blockquote><div><cite>Capsland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22847776#p22847776"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The United Empire of Exucular <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22831130#p22831130"">wrote</a>:</cite>Cosmos pushed back before addressing Zonus.<br/>""As much as I'd like to join you Zonus I can't. The Dark Side will only lead to destruction and death. If your not careful my friend that death will be yours. One day you'll realize a Sith is not what you want to be. I just hope that day soon.""<br/>Red, blue, and purple light began to fill the area around the two as they continued to duel. Their lightsabers were merely blurs at this point.</div></blockquote><br/>""I am not your friend"" With that Zonus bashed his red lightsaber against Cosmos' causing the struggle to end. Now Zonus was frantically swiping and dashing his lightsaber at Cosmos' defensive stance. The blurs of red and blue from Zonus were disorienting, you didn't know where the next strike would come, but that was only to a normal person. For a Jedi like Cosmos, it was just a challenge.</div></blockquote><br/>After a short time of furious dueling Cosmos locked sabers with Zonus once again. Using the Force he gripped the building beneath them. The structure began to collapse at there feat. Both Force sensitives ended up falling down with it. Cosmos used the Force to keep himself steadied as they eventually came to ground level."
9806,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=575,2014-12-21T13:53:00,Ancian,"Kiel was watching the ensuing battle intently. It<span style=""font-style: italic"">looked</span>like they were winning, but you could never be sure with these kind of things. Of course.. Geonosis was brutally bombed..that'll put a dent in production. The bridge looked deceptively normal, as he knew they were all working furiously so that they can't call this defeat.... He hoped they didn't get blown up. That'd put a dent in his day."
9807,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=600,2014-12-22T09:33:00,Capsland,"<blockquote><div><cite>The United Empire of Exucular <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22860350#p22860350"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Capsland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22847776#p22847776"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I am not your friend"" With that Zonus bashed his red lightsaber against Cosmos' causing the struggle to end. Now Zonus was frantically swiping and dashing his lightsaber at Cosmos' defensive stance. The blurs of red and blue from Zonus were disorienting, you didn't know where the next strike would come, but that was only to a normal person. For a Jedi like Cosmos, it was just a challenge.</div></blockquote><br/>After a short time of furious dueling Cosmos locked sabers with Zonus once again. Using the Force he gripped the building beneath them. The structure began to collapse at there feet. Both Force sensitives ended up falling down with it. Cosmos used the Force to keep himself steadied as they eventually came to ground level.</div></blockquote><br/>Zonus felt the structure crumble underneath him and back flipped into the air as he saw the building collapse. He landed on a spire across the street. Standing onto of the spire, he de-ignited his lightsabers. He sniggered. ""Jedi! Surely your role is to protect the people of this galaxy. Yet, you've done more damage to the town then the Empire could ever do... This is your last chance Cosmos, join me or die."" Zonus stood on the tall spire, surrounded by smoke and rubble as the half of the town was burning around him."
9808,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=600,2014-12-23T19:50:00,Unified Imperial States,"After giving what appeared to be a sufficient amount of damage to the inferior, archaic dreadnoughts, Valarn issued new orders. ""Turn us to fire on those Keldabe battleships. Are the torpedoes reloaded yet?"" The droid commander nodded. ""Cloak us for approach, and fire directly into that closest ship's bridge!"" The Exilis swooped into the Keldabe's range, invisible, firing it's full load of heavy proton torpedoes, making scores on the bridge. It's shields would have to be weakened if not down by now, which would undoubtedly cause damage.<br/><br/>A stray shot from the battle hit the Exilis in just the right place on it's hull. The cloak deactivated on it's attack run to the Keldabe.<br/><br/>""Isma, status report"", Valarn yelled over the comms. ""Cloaking is down. We're trying to get it back online, commander."" Suddenly, a particularly good shot hit the bridge. Even with the shield active, it still caused minor damage. A pipe of searing plasma spewed it's ionized gases directly from a portion of the bridge's now-exposed duct work. ""Damn it all, reload and fire again!"", Valarn screamed in defiance."
9809,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=600,2014-12-23T20:04:00,Ancian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Unified Imperial States <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22897949#p22897949"">wrote</a>:</cite>After giving what appeared to be a sufficient amount of damage to the inferior, archaic dreadnoughts, Valarn issued new orders. ""Turn us to fire on those Keldabe battleships. Are the torpedoes reloaded yet?"" The droid commander nodded. ""Cloak us for approach, and fire directly into that closest ship's bridge!"" The Exilis swooped into the Keldabe's range, invisible, firing it's full load of heavy proton torpedoes, making scores on the bridge. It's shields would have to be weakened if not down by now, which would undoubtedly cause damage.<br/><br/>A stray shot from the battle hit the Exilis in just the right place on it's hull. The cloak deactivated on it's attack run to the Keldabe.<br/><br/>""Isma, status report"", Valarn yelled over the comms. ""Cloaking is down. We're trying to get it back online, commander."" Suddenly, a particularly good shot hit the bridge. Even with the shield active, it still caused minor damage. A pipe of searing plasma spewed it's ionized gases directly from a portion of the bridge's now-exposed duct work. ""Damn it all, reload and fire again!"", Valarn screamed in defiance.</div></blockquote><br/>Kiel was thrown from his chair and onto the floor. As he got up he saw the damage was minor... Relatively. ""What in the name of Kama's was that!"" He yelled, as he got back up. The gases and plasma was everywhere, lucky I have my armor and helmet on, Kiel thought wryly."
9810,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=600,2014-12-23T20:17:00,Republic of Vectors,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">The Villiante Entente projects were doing extremely well. Despite a huge spending increase, the economy seemed to be supporting the effort. <br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value="" project Updates""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Construction of seven thousand Electro-Proton bombs 1200/7000<br/>Construction of Torpedo Sphere 4/5<br/>Construction of Ten Dreadnought class heavy cruiser 2/10<br/>Construction of Sixty Enforcer class picket cruiser 20/60<br/>Construction of Thirty Lancer class frigate 10/30<br/>Construction of Seven Golan III Defense satellites 1/7<br/>Construction of Ten Type II Orbital Repair Yards 2/10<br/>Construction of Fifty XX-9 Turbolaser towers 32/50<br/>Construction of Seven planetary shields 2/7<br/>Construction of Twenty One XX-10 Turbolaser towers 4/21<br/>Construction of One Thousand Missile Droids 28/1000<br/>Construction of Twenty Mandator III class dreadnoughts 1/20<br/>Construction of Sixty Four invincible-class Dreadnaught Heavy Cruiser 1/64<br/>Construction of one thousand TIE/D automated fighters 12/1000<br/>Agate gas reservoirs 141'901/1'000'000 cubic meters<br/>Construction of a Galaxy Gun prototype 2/100<br/>Construction of Null Cannon prototype 6/100<br/>Construction of Planechange prototype 2/100<br/>Construction of Sun Razer 1/10000<br/>Stygium Crystals gathered 45<br/>Trooper Armour Upgrades 120'000<br/>Construction of Spaari Cloning Compounds 5/100<br/>Construction of Strike Class warship -completed-<br/>Mounting of a SPHA-T on 310 capital ships -completed-</div></div></div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Another Villiant Entente Hyperspace Raiding Group has had contact with another ship. This one was a hostile Hutt ship that damaged a VE star destroyer by running into it. This pirate ship held thirty Jawa's to be sold on the slave market. The Jawa's were brought to the VE and detained until they could be cleared.</blockquote><br/><br/><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">TO: Whomever it may concern in the CIS<br/>FROM: Villiant Entente<br/><br/><br/>The Villiant Entente hereby offers a peace treaty before both our respective organizations. While our people are not yet willing to fight behind the CIS cause, we can assure you that we shall not either fight nor or against you. Our market shall be opened for economic prosperity, but the military shall be reserved for us. Our Imperial intelligence can also give you detailed schematics for most major warships.<br/><br/>If this short message has any problems or causes any questions, please feel free to convey them.<br/><br/>Sincerely,<br/>Prime Minister Adam Burlque</blockquote>"
9811,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=600,2014-12-28T11:09:00,Cainesland,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Cainesland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22763618#p22763618"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Cainesland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322624&amp;p=22747480#p22747480"">wrote</a>:</cite>Tyger thanked the manager and with his money obtained, he left the bank. He grabbed a taxi as he didn't want to walk back to his ship. Soon he was back in his ship.<br/><br/>""Set course for coruscant if you will"" Tyger told the driver. Afterwords he walked through the luxury halls and after arriving in his room lied down. When he awoke the red light was flashing stating that he had arrived. Tyger got out of bed and dawned some formal wear more appropriate for a visit to the galactic senate. <br/><br/>About 20 minutes after he had arrived at the senate gates. ""Halt"" said a senate guard firmly. ""I'm invited. I have business to conduct"" replied Tyger ""there's a vote going on, I'll have to see your papers sir"" Tyger handed them over. ""Everything Seems to be in order I suppose. You may enter"" said the guard, a little surprised. ""Thank you very much sir, have a good day"" said Tyger as he entered the senate building. ""You as well"" replied the guard.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""This place hasn't changed a bit"" Tyger thought tyger as he walked down a senate hall. It still had the halls so clean you could see your own reflection and the occasional senate commando although he noticed their presence was a minority and now seemed nearly engulfed (by comparison) by red cloaked imperial guards with electro staves. He stopped outside the senate door. 2 guards rapidly approached him mere moments after he stopped in front of the senate doors. ""Why are you here?"" ""Are you aware that the senate is off limits to normal civilians."" Asked the 2 red cloaked guards who had flanked him moments before. ""Yes, thank you for the information, I am aware of that now. When I entered I was not however. I am here on political business"". ""State your name and imperial standing"" demanded the guard to his left. ""My name is Tyger Mustard, my imperial standing is a high standing of political and economical base."". ""Stand still while we search you"". Tyger did what he was told and was searched by one while the other attempted to keep him from moving. ""Your clear to continue, we will be watching you cat"" said the imperial guard on his right who had just searched him. A little surprised at the occasion he just said ""ok"" and the guards dispersed around a corner. <br/><br/>Tyger sat down on a bench and 15 minutes later the politicians exited the chamber on break. Spotting the 2 politicians who he desired to talk to, he walked over the floor to the mon calamari representative standing beside a yamma at the meeting place. ""Good afternoon gentleman"" said Tyger smiling motioning them to sit with him on leather chairs and they refused saying that it was too public. They proceeded to enter a side chamber that was the office of the mom calimari rep and turned the security camera's sound detector down so anyone listening in the security room couldn't hear their talking. ""So you going to find our next election?"" Asked the mom calimarian. The yamma nodded, agreeing with the question. ""First I need something to pay me back for funding your last election."" They looked worried ""what do you want?"" ""a pittance really, I'd like mom cal to build me a cruise ship, but as there's more then a few space pirates I'd like you to renovate it to be military capable. Call it a boost to the military budget or part of a new economic stimulate plan if you wish. I'd also like the yamma to give me a great many of the devices on your heads, but engineered for the entymal I plan to sell it to them."" The politicians both said ""no dice"". ""I admire the anti corruption attitude you both foster. So I'll make you a deal I'll find you next election if the mom calimari planetary government give me exclusive mining and lublicensing rights to the underwater mines and the yamma planetary govt sell me the headpieces that would've been rigged to fit on an entymals head for 50% off plus I'd like a command reserve and failsafe implanted. The politicians thought for a moment. ""If you are given exclusive rights you are to respect the quarren workers and listen to the local populace on their wishes for local matters and adhere to a labour code, giving fair wages, working conditions and benefits to the lot of the employees. I'll also only allow you to have it for 6 years before the lease dissolving unless the future govt suggests otherwise."" ""Your terms are well founded and I agree, what about you yamma representative? Do you have any conditions?"". ""Conditions? Yes. You pay the 20000 republic credits upfront per 1000 headpieces in advance before we even start building, use them with restraint and get the governor to relax on my people."". ""20000 credits? For that I expect a sizeable warranty on each unit with a lifetime guarantee, the collars lifetime and they be reinforced to avoid any breaking from accidents or purposeful issues."". ""Very well"". Tyger reached into his briefcase and gave 80000 of the 7 figure credits in the bag. Where is your governor?"". ""He's in the senate chamber I believe"". Tyger began to exit and said ""Before I leave, provided you keep your end of the deal and mon cal your government does not interfere with me your election funds from me will be secure next election, I'm sure I don't need to remind you that doesn't leave the room, yamma for the headpieces? What's the commandcode?"" After being told the codes he left for the senate chamber which would be open while break occurred. He was pleased with the deal and was primed to profit off it way more then the money he just expended was worth, and thought to himself how important wording was in those deals.<br/><br/>Edit: ooc: When I said Yama I meant marasan.</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/>Tyger approached the governor in the senate chamber. ""Hello you must be the marasans governor?"". ""I might be, whose asking?"" He inquired. Tyger went on ""I am I've got a proposition for you"". The governor took on a curious facial expression and asked ""go on"". ""I have been told that the marasans have been getting harassed. I propose that you go easy on them and be more lenient towards them"". ""That's a hefty demand. I expect fair value in return"" commanded the governor. ""Of course, I'd be willing to offer you a 2% share in the mine of your choosing in mon calamaries ocean"". Said Tyger, immediately after finishing the governor was quite serious. ""That's not good enough, not nearly good enough. I'll go to 10% in 2 mines of my choosing"". ""5%"" Tyger countered. ""8%"" the governor countered back. ""6%"" Tyger proposed. ""7%"" the governor countered. ""6.5% final offer"". ""Accepted reacted the governor. Tyger smiled and said ""nice doing business with you. Have a great day"". The governor responded by saying ""yes, good doing business with you and you have yourself a great day as well"". Tyger left the senate hall, before exiting the building ""peeking into the room with his 2 senatorial ""clients"" and saying. ""Knock knock"". The senators looked confused. ""Who's there?"". ""Objective"". Objective who?"". ""Objective complete, the governor promised to go easy on the marasan people from now on."". The marasan was overjoyed though admittedly still confused by the manner in which tyger chose to convey the message, and said ""Thank you, Thank-you"" in a loud whisper, so as to not alert those outside the side room as to the happenings inside the senate hall. With that and knowing the senate was to convene again shortly, Tyger left the room and the senate building for his docked ship."
9812,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=600,2014-12-30T13:59:00,Our Governator,"Grand Moff Tarkin returned to the bridge, the fleet primed to go to hyperspace. ""Engage."" he commanded, and the fleet flew off towards Indupar.<br/><br/>Carefully ensuring that the engines were working at optimal efficiency, Captain Darcc patrolled the bridge of the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Executrix</span>, micromanaging each of the activities in the name of the Grand Moff. He sent a message to each of the other ships in the fleet encouraging them to do the same.<br/><br/>In order to prepare for the battle ahead, Darcc checked each of the guns and primed them for optimal firing efficiency. He also ensured all of the pilots were ready for battle, with all of the hangars secured."
9813,Star Wars: Fight of the Seperatists REBOOT(IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322624&start=600,2015-01-04T15:12:00,Cainesland,"Tyger sat in his ship, as it exited hyperspace over hypori. The crew negotiated for landing over communications while Tyger stayed in his ship. Tyger went to the comm room for his business affairs and began broadcasting on a secure channel available to crime syndicates, mercenaries and bounty hunters.<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>Attention Galactic underworld. I am putting out the call for hiring many of you for a mission to stage a large assault. The pay is good. If your interested. You may meet a representative on Coruscant, Alderaan, Geonosis, Hypori, nal hutta, or nar shadaa to apply. The amount of experience, skill and the quality and quantity of equipment you can provide for yourself will determine what your paid. Reputation is everything. That is all you need to know for now. More info will be provided for those that are chosen.</div></blockquote>."
9814,Sapiens Has Company (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322638,2014-12-05T18:35:00,Marsisian,"<span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322571"" rel=""nofollow"">OOC, Sign up here!</a></span><br/><br/>Back in the year 1,800,000 BCE, a strange new creature rose to power in Eastern Africa. Descended from a long line of ground-dwelling apes, it is called Homo Erectus. It uses primitive speech to communicate with other members of its species, it hunts and kills other animals using sharp tools and sticks, it is beginning to harness fire and so much more. Its large brain is always thinking of new uses for things and new ways to survive in the dangerous African savannah and without its brain it would be defenceless. With no horns, claws or teeth, only its quick thinking and the tools it can invent keep it alive, and this is driving them to become even more industrious and intelligent. In fact, it was the smartest creature alive back then.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Or so it thought.</span></span></div><br/>Around the globe other species evolved to become just as smart as the Erectus. Countless changes erupted as the Erectus was overtaken by the Neanderthals and then Humans, but other species still competed with the humans for survival until the arrival of the age of Nation-states and empires. From there multiple species came into a single nation sometimes ruled by one or many. Now, long after the challenges for survival of old, it is the year 1938 AD. Technology has changed the way of life to an extent that the technologies of old seem alien. You will take control of a nation in this world and attempt to lead it through this RP.<br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">St. Alexberg, Carnolle Province</span><br/><br/>The members of the High Council sat down, discussing national affairs on a mainly friendly status. But the Governor of the Rupert Province stood up and spoke. ""Gentlemen, the Commonwealth has stood proudly unhindered by external wars or internal conflict since the time the nation was founded in the year AD 340. But we haven't yet made any territorial gains since the last century. We have a powerful economy, yes, but what will that do when we are invaded? Our army is second-rate compared to the nations in the West.""<br/><br/>The other members then responded. ""But that cannot be! Our armored forces are the most advanced in the world!"" ""Yes. But our infantry's standards of training is laughable. They barely get any funding that they have to eat food with their bare hands. This isn't prehistoric times."" ""Governor, I think you are absolutely right. The amount of effort that goes into the training of our standard infantryman is basically just telling them how to shoot a gun then throwing them into battle. Let us hold a vote. I vote aye."" ""I vote aye!"" ""Aye as well!"" ""Nay!""<br/><br/>""Well, then, it's settled. We shall allocate more funding to the training and equipment of the infantry forces."""
9815,Sapiens Has Company (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322638,2014-12-05T19:53:00,The Orson Empire,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Droguun Naval Yard, Droguun, Xion Realm, UVR**</span><br/><br/>Droguun was a large port city with a population of 1 million people (the city is at the location of RL Los Angeles, California). Droguun was located in the Xion Ream, which was the most populous realm** in the entire UVR. Droguun had numerous towering skyscrapers that defined its iconic skyline, traffic-filled roads and avenues that criss-crossed the city, and a recently constructed highway system that linked Droguun to its suburbs and various other cities and rural areas throughout Xion. Like the rest of the nation, Droguun's prosperity was possible due to the discovery of oil in the Krux'xillae Realm (the RL states of Oklahoma and Texas), which has transformed the UVR into a wealthy, modern nation. Droguun was also an industrial city, containing many factories which supplied the nation with goods and continued with the trend of consumerism. The city consisted of both Vorgon and humans; while the Vorgon lived in decent conditions, humans were treated as second-class citizens, and thus did not have the same rights as their Vorgon counterparts. As a result, many humans were poor and struggling to survive, and many of them lived in tenements. Although some Vorgon saw this as an outrage, the government had ignored the suffering of the humans, as they considered them ""inferior"" to the Vorgon.<br/><br/>However, what the city was best known fort was the Droguun Naval Yard, which contained one of the largest shipyards in the UVR. It was also the headquarters of the Vorgon Pacific Fleet. Dozens of ships such as aircraft carriers, battleships, escort carriers, cruisers, submarines, destroyers, and numerous amphibious and auxiliary ships were stationed here. Numerous more ships were under construction in the drydocks. As for why there were so many ships, the government had begun a massive expansion of the Vorgon Military, in preparation for future wars and conquests. A wave of imperialistic fervor had criss-crossed the country, as the people wanted to expand their nation and conquer new lands in order to obtain more resources, which would also turn the UVR into a world superpower. A large, well-equipped navy capable of power projection was absolutely critical in order to meet these goals.<br/><br/>One of the newer ships under construction at the naval yard was the<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/e/ea/BB61_USS_Iowa_BB61_broadside_USN.jpg"" rel=""nofollow""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Kholo</span>-class Battleship</a>, which was named after the Kholo Realm. It was a completely new design that emphasized speed without having to compromise the durability or weaponry of the ship itself. The lead ship of this particular design, the VS<span style=""font-style: italic"">Kholo</span>, was nearing completion in its drydock. The ship would be armed with heavy gun turrets and numerous anti-aircraft autocannons. It would be able to achieve a top speed of 38 MPH, a range of 14,000 miles (at a speed of 15 MPH), and it would have a complement of 2,700 personnel. Once complete, the VS<span style=""font-style: italic"">Kholo</span>would hopefully be very formidable and capable of taking on the largest of battleships, and if all went according to plan, more of them would be constructed.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 85%; line-height: 116%;"">**<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Notes:</span><br/>UVR: Stands for ""United Vorgonian Realms""<br/>Realm: A realm is an administrative division in the UVR. They are equivalent to provinces.</span>"
9816,Sapiens Has Company (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322638,2014-12-05T20:16:00,Neo-Assyrian Empire,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Noliz, Verssenic Confederacy</span><br/>The sun shone bright upon a large, stone edifice that was built into the side of a mountain. Several Holzves, or Councilmen, made their way up to the building to start that day's round of debate. After all, Sundays were the only day of the week that the Council of Noliz could convene. As they reached the path into the building, a line of trumpeters played an imperial fanfare as the Holzves entered the Noliz Chambers.<br/><br/>Once they were met within, all eight members, one councilman per state in the Confederacy, sat at a round table. One of them, Holzves Rikart of Luzberg, rose from his chair. ""My companions, sitting here at this table, I believe that today shall be an important one. We must decide whether to lift our Curtain of Steel, and learn the craft that we have come into acquaintance with yet do not know. Or, shall we continue to hide from the world, behind our stone walls and stone homes, cast out like vermin from the civilized world outside of the confederacy? I believe that we, the eight noble councilmen of the Verssen, can agree to the ideal that we cannot continue to live like this. If we are not to progress with the rest of Erda (Earth), then we might as well be but as good as the rats living in our streets.""<br/><br/>Holzves Edgyr of Wolztead, an aging man, rose from his seat slowly. He was easy to pick out of the other Holzves, since his greying fur and even greyer left eye made a profound impact on those around him. When he stood, everyone listened. ""Holzves Rikart, with all due respect, you can not expect us to denounce the way we live now and give up the traditions that my great, great, great, great grandfather believed in. Now, while I understand that you may think that the outside world is better that our little utopia here, it is not. Those monkeymen, hairless apes of Africa, and Lizardfolk of the East are all out to kill us. If we were to get on their level, they would only want to kill us more than they already do. The only thing that modernization shall do for our folk is bring about our<span style=""font-style: italic"">end</span>!""<br/><br/>The chamber burst into a flurry of excitement as the various councilmen debated as to how the people of the Confederacy would live in the future. ""ENOUGH!"" yelled Holzves Rikart. ""The only way we can get through this is by vote. You're all familiar, each man gets a say and majority rules. I cast my vote as aye, we learn the ways of the outside world. Holzves Edgyr, what say you?""<br/><br/>""Nay, the Verssens shall stick to their current beliefs.""<br/><br/>The vote continued on from councilman to council man. The nays continued to pile on and on until the final person.<br/><br/>""Well, there you have it, Holzves Rikart,"" said Edgyr, ""Six nays, two ayes. With a three-fourths majority, the Council elects to stick with our traditions of yore and stay out of the outside world. I'm sure this may be disappointing, Holzves Rikart, but the only way you and your radical beliefs could change the Confederacy is through a vote here. And as long as we're all standing before you, that shall not happen. So, on to further business. Lord Farrows of Lower Croadia requests aid in order to prevent a recent wave of Mann immigration into his realm.""<br/><br/>The councilmen all said ""Aye""<br/><br/>""That resolves that issue, we shall deploy twenty five soldiers to keep the peace in Lower Croadia and build up further defenses along our border with the Mann and ourselves. Now, if there is no further business, I would like to adjurn this meeting of the Council of Noliz-""<br/><br/>""Wait, Edgyr. I do have one more request, if we may remain here for a little while longer.""<br/><br/>""Go ahead, Holzves Rikart.""<br/><br/>""We do not have to drop our beliefs in order to advance with the rest of the world, and-""<br/><br/>""Rikart, if you are going to waste the time of your fellow councilmen with these ideas of technological advancement, then you are going to have to wait until the next session.""<br/><br/>""Please let me finish, Holzves Edgyr. We do not have to modernize in order to understand the outside world. All we need to do is establish contact with an outside species and learn their ways. I believe that the Apefolk to the north are great candidates. They are different enough from us to have new technology, and could make for a trusted ally. So, with this following vote, we shall see if we establish contact with the Apefolk in the North. I cast my vote as aye. What say you, Edgyr?""<br/><br/>""We haven't had official contact with these ""Apefolk"" for nearly three hundred years. Whose to say they are friendly to outsiders like us?""<br/><br/>""Your vote, councilman.""<br/><br/>""... Aye.""<br/><br/>The ensuing votes were a mixture of ayes and nays. ""The vote concludes with five votes aye and three votes nay. As such, I, Holzves RIkart of Luzberg, shall make official contact with the Apefolk of the North on behalf of the council.""<br/><br/>""With that vote, we shall conclude this session of the Council of Noliz. We shall meet again here next week.""<hr/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To the Lord of the Northern Apefolk,<br/>Greetings from the Confederacy of Verssenic States. I am Holzves Rikart of Luzberg, one of eight councilmen elected to rule over the Confederacy. The following letter is a request of friendship after nearly three centuries of silence. We hope that our two species could both progress each other and, if need be, defend each other from harm. If you say aye, reply saying so. If you deny this request, we assume you are taking a hostile stance against the Verssen and there is no need to reply.<br/><br/>We hope, for the sake of both our peoples, that we hear a response from you soon. May Lord Ylsan grant you a long life,<br/><div style=""float: right;"">~Lord Rikart of Luzberg, Holzves of the Verssenic Confederation</div></blockquote>"
9817,Sapiens Has Company (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322638,2014-12-05T22:00:00,Illan,"--=<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Primevoir Praexus Voitrell</span></span><span style=""font-style: italic"">, Thornian ruler of the Imperium of Thora.=--<br/>--=Capital City of <span style=""font-weight: bold"">Valx Prima</span>, the capital of Thora. (Located on an island in Indonesia)=--</span><br/><br/>It was morning in the Empire of Providence, as some took to calling it, and the Primevoir rose from his rather large circular bed. The Primevoir, Praexus, was not alone, of course. Beside him, the Primevess, a beautiful Florias with a dark green skin tone lie sleeping, named Syla sen Voitrell. Serene and quiet, it was nice to see her sleeping so soothingly, given their usual duties during the daytime. The Primevoir and Primevess had numerous different duties during the day; Praexus was the head of military, many governmental protocols, and whatever other issues arises. Syla, on the other hand, led much foreign diplomacy, cultural issues, and advised the Prophetry primarily. They both had an equal role in leading the Imperium, and one they took with fair stride. Thora was a nation that treated males and females fully equal; as evident in the leadership. The two showed stress though; not to the nation, but to each other. They didn't hide that. They found comfort in each other whenever possible.<br/><br/>The positions of Primevoir and Primevess being occupied by a Thornian and a Florias respectively was a pure coincidence, as the two met in no regards to such a pairing happening, but it was quite beneficial. It segued into an even more thriving age for the nation's Thornian-Florias relations. They were to be treated as pure equals in the country side they were incorporated into it, but racism between the two was still there for a few centuries; it was little, but it was there. Now, however, they were truly equal, in Prophetry, in society, and in media.<br/><br/>Praexus kissed his mate on her neck tenderly, and left her to sleep as long as she wished. It was only sunrise, as the sun rose over the distant tides of the Pacific Ocean. The city of Valx Prime was what Thora tried to embody; beauty, peace, and prosperity. Tall and beautifully designed buildings were lit with fluorescent lights and lights of other elements, but began to dim with the rising orange seas. The city truly had quite the view, and it was magnificent. A great place for a capital, he thought, as he took a few minutes to put on some more....leader like clothing, silently. A fine black top, buttoned diagonally and accompanied with a blue scarf with an iconic design of the Voitrell Clan. Such titles were obsolete in society now, but nearly everyone remembered the Clan that their bloodline was a part of, even if it was nearly pointless now. But it wasn't entirely; Thora prided itself with its extensive record keeping, and remembering your lineage was a common practice.<br/><br/>A number of various plants dotted the wide, exotic, silvery windowsill that allowed him to overlook the capital. Many beautiful, many poisonous, many could be used in healthy concoctions, one could be used for....tea. Ah, his favorite, Praexus thought, plucking a few leaves off and walking through their bedrooms and to the kitchen of their luxurious home in the Spire of Voitris, which translates to ""Leader's Home."" In the kitchen, after a short process, Praexus made a fine mug of few from the leaves he plucked. As many Thornians seemed to have, Praexus was proficient in crafting poisons, potions, and many brews from plants. Tea included. With his usual morning beverage in hand, he adjusted his scarf and walked out of the kitchen and into the atrium of the Prime's Estate, another name for the floor of the Spire that his home laid on. He would have this position until he died or was no longer deemed fit to serve. As would he bride.<br/><br/>Off he went, joined by three mysterious looking Thornians in outfits similar to his. Armed guards, as was needed in this day and age, followed their leader in his duties. And the Primevoir definitely had some to handle.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>--=<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Operatoir Vraevis Kaslemere</span>; Thornian Operative in the Talisil Iniative, a newly introduced Thora Imperium Special Ops Wing=--<br/>--=Located at the <span style=""font-weight: bold"">Talis Military Installation</span>::LOCATION CLASSIFIED::=--</span><br/><br/>""Aim with your wrist, use the sights."" A voice beckoned out behind the Operatoir, obviously instructing him. The Priva brand launchers on both of his wrists, a weapon incredibly deadly in the right hands, must be learned. They were the tools of his trade right now; he was agile, limber, downright lethal with a blade, alright with a light firearm, but he needed to learn how to use these poison dart launchers.<br/><br/>Focusing, Vraevis released the launcher, sending a toxin-coated dart through the air, hurling towards a practice dummy. It grazed the shoulder of it, but it didn't stick.<br/>""Close, Operatoir, but close doesn't win with these. Go rest, and keep the launchers on."" The Florias instructor stated, beckoning the Thornian from the training range back to the quarters of a section of the military installation. The Talisil Operatoirs were to remain isolated from everyone, except for their instructor, simply learning various ways to kill, stay quiet and stealthy, and tactics. The moment that one joins the Talisil, they cease all contact except for this individual instructor. Until they are called upon.<br/><br/>Vraevis found his quarter; a rather small affair with a bed, a bookshelf filled with numerous pieces of literature, a desk, racks for one's weaponry, and little more. The young Thornian man sighed, and plunked down onto the bed, resting his head on his hands. The lithe and thin Thornian (well, all were) slowly drifted off to slumber, and into his dreams."
9818,Sapiens Has Company (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322638,2014-12-05T22:32:00,Sebtopiaris,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Great Clansmanship of Palmah-Zhunid</span></span><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://vignette1.wikia.nocookie.net/flags/images/7/77/International_Paneuropean_Union_flag.svg/revision/latest/scale-to-width/800?cb=20080330161704""/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Strong in war, forgiving in peace, united always.</span></span></div><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Tsanizu, Zhimaani Governate (OTL Hamburg, Germany)</span><br/>The Senate of Clansmen, led by the great Clansman who sat in a golden throne, was bustling with excitement. There had been a lot of recent discussion in the senate about global affairs lately, with growing Rylonian militarism in Asia and many nations looking for allies, and Palmah-Zhunid was ready to help those in need for the good of sentient life. It had already established alliances will several of its neighbours, and relations with some of its more aggressive fellow nations were as calm as ever. The Great Clansmanship was prospering like never before under the reign of Tsatsa IV, with the economy reaching new heights. Fur production in Dazhariaa (North American posessions), Whaling in Jrunlaani and ivavlaani (Greenland and Iceland), Coal and Tin production from Vrittaanya (The British Isles), mining of valuable metals and logging in Zhaandrunavi (Scandinavia), manufacturing in Balkovya (Baltic coast) and farming in the rest of Europe was making the empire very rich as trade routes opened up with the rest of the world. Various foreign luxuries, particularly tropical ones like chocolate and bananas, were traded for local ones. The appointing of capable economic advisors (hand picked from the best of the best and passed through trials) meant that Palmah-Zhunid's trade was lucrative for the time being.<br/><br/>However, while things were good in the realm, there were growing concerns about growing Rylonian aggression in Asia. Their political system seemed to be a combination of everything undemocratic, and it was suspected that they were using genocide against non-ryraptor peoples in their borders. In addition to this disgusting behaviour, their foreign policy seemed to be focused on gearing up for conquest. Was there any way to stop them? Who knew? Perhaps, seeing as Palmah-Zhunid was rising in power and influence, could rally all these different banners under a coalition of peace and unity to stop this threat.<br/><br/>as was customary during a Tsaan discussion, bowls of nuts and berries were brought in, and the senate began to ravenously discuss the possibilities of an international organisation dedicated to peace. The echos of chatter and murmur began to echo through the halls of the senate building, and soon an act was drafted discussing the creation of a new league. It would be called the league for solidarity, and a telegram would be sent out to all nations offering membership.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">A TELEGRAM FOR ALL NATIONS:</span><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Greetings, my fellow leaders...<br/><br/>You may be aware of the fact that many nations are beefing up their military potential and readying themselves for conflict. This is perfectly okay, as national defense for any realm is extremely important, and every bird must ruffle its feathers now and again. However, recently, this has been displayed by several nations in a manner that poses a threat to others' very survival, along with genocide and unnecessary tyranny. However, I, Great Clansman Tsatsa IV, with the backing of The Senate of the Clansmen, have decided to create an international organisation centered around self-defence and solidarity. So why not join us in...</span><br/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">-THE LEAGUE FOR SOLIDARITY-</span></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.fahnenversand.de/fotw/images/e/eu!c55a.gif""/></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">I understand that many leaders don't want to give up their territorial ambitions. This organisation entirely acknowledges this, and in fact supports acting for the good of your nation. However, in order for a nation to have a bright future, it mustn't be squashed by oppressive, militaristic agressors, and this organisation was created as a military alliance for nations seeking comfort in their quest for prosperity. While apart we are weak, together we are strong, and this strength shall be for the good of all sentient life!</span></div></div></div>"
9819,Sapiens Has Company (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322638,2014-12-05T23:05:00,Sebtopiaris,"<blockquote><div><cite>Neo-Assyrian Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322638&amp;p=22691282#p22691282"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To the Lord of the Northern Apefolk,<br/>Greetings from the Confederacy of Verssenic States. I am Holzves Rikart of Luzberg, one of eight councilmen elected to rule over the Confederacy. The following letter is a request of friendship after nearly three centuries of silence. We hope that our two species could both progress each other and, if need be, defend each other from harm. If you say aye, reply saying so. If you deny this request, we assume you are taking a hostile stance against the Verssen and there is no need to reply.<br/><br/>We hope, for the sake of both our peoples, that we hear a response from you soon. May Lord Ylsan grant you a long life,<br/><div style=""float: right;"">~Lord Rikart of Luzberg, Holzves of the Verssenic Confederation</div></blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">TO: Holzves Rikart of Luzberg of The Verssenic Confederation<br/> FROM: Great Clansman Tsatsa IV of The Great Clansman Ship of Palmah-Zhunid<br/>You have made a wise choice, my friend. Not because we threaten power over you and it is wise to submit, as we do not believe it is ethical to treat other peoples as inferior, but it is wise because together we can make more progress than apart. Yes, it is true that we have been distant for many centuries, but change is on the horizon and I am more than happy to embrace the change. The senate have been discussing allies for some time now, and you will be a strong ally indeed.<br/><br/>so, in other words, aye.<br/><br/>Yours sincerely, Great Clansman Tsatsa IV and The Senate of Clansmen.</blockquote>"
9820,Sapiens Has Company (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322638,2014-12-06T15:52:00,New Jordslag,"<span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">The Holy Federation of Kaegan</span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://imagizer.imageshack.us/a/img10/416/n9yy.png""/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Monastery of Eienpet, Honshu, Nippon (OTL Kyoto, Honshu, Japan)</span><br/>As it had been for thousands of years, the Huge Monastery-City of Eienpet was somber. Unblinking guards stood Guard at it's large Gates, distracted by nothing. Citizens hurried quickly to their destinations, afraid they would be searched on suspicion of Treason by the Omnipresent Guards. High Philosopher Tenjeru Kowasaki watched all this from his palace and sighed. Even this wasn't a perfect state. The Enjeru were at peace and put deep thought into all of their actions, making it a seemingly perfect society, but there was something unsettling about it. Tenjeru just couldn't place his finger on it. Just as he thought of it, the door burst open and he forgot it. He could think of it later. The person who had intruded was a Messenger, and he was short on Breath. Once he regained the strength to talk, he handed Tenjeru a letter, which he promptly read. Something about preserving nations and an alliance. ""You have done well."" He told the Messenger. ""Now leave me so that I may contemplate this."" The Messenger promptly did so, glad to be away from the scary Monastery leader. Tenjeru sat down and meditated for a while. On the one hand, Kangae was getting along just fine, with everybody both safe and secure, and also all somewhat at peace with themselves. Internal Threats would not be a problem. On the other hand... On the other hand, their strange Reptile-Beast Neighbors had pushed them out of ancestral lands. They had lost the land where the Enjeru had been created, and the land with the most resources. But they had not lost their pride. After a few hours Meditation, Tenjeru finally got up. He decided he would join this Alliance, if only as a facade. If the other Enjeru liked it's benefits, they would stay. If they didn't, they would go back to being cut off from the world. Tenjeru took a deep breath. Thousands of years of Isolation from the rest of the world, and he was about to break it. The rest of the world knew they existed, sure, but they had no idea where they came from or how to contact them. He would be making History, whether for better or for worse. He went over to his desk, a simple wooden one, and began to write back.<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>To: Foreign Leader Tsatsa IV<br/>From: High Philosopher Tenjeru Kowasaki<br/>Context: Greetings, Foreigner Tsatsa. Chances are you have heard of the Enjeru. We write famous Poems, Books, and Philosophies. One might say we are the best writers currently in this world. All the foreigners say we come from an unknown land. In a sense, that is true. We come from a nation called Kangae, and we have intercepted one of your messages. We realize that this may anger you, but to be fair, we had no idea that you were delivering messages. Now then. I'm sure you have heard of our Reptile Neighbors, whatever they call themselves. I have heard they rule a third of the known world! They have slowly pushed us out of our ancestral lands, But we have developed a military to rival them. We will not surrender to them without a fight. But, to actually win that fight, we need help. That is why I am agreeing to join your alliance. We must halt their expansion, and take back territory they don't deserve. Please respond as quickly as you can. There is no telling when they might next invade.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Port-Monastery of Tokrumi (OTL Tokyo, Japan)</span><br/>The Second-Largest in the nation, Tokrumi was also the most important port, and where the entire Navy was kept. Not that they ever used it, of course. Until today. The Navy Fleet was dispatching a few Destroyers to make contact with lands from the South. This was in accordance to the Council's policy of being involved in Foreign Affairs. Although they did not bother to let the High Philosopher know, they had developed a large military ages ago. They had announced a few years ago that they intended to break their Isolationist streak. Now they were ready. The Destroyers were to sail south, not stopping until they rand out of supplies, were all dead, or reached land. Hopefully the last one. And as of today, they set out, intending to contact and figure out the intentions of the other peoples of the world."
9821,Sapiens Has Company (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322638,2014-12-06T16:20:00,Sebtopiaris,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Jordslag <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322638&amp;p=22700149#p22700149"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>To: Foreign Leader Tsatsa IV<br/>From: High Philosopher Tenjeru Kowasaki<br/>Context: Greetings, Foreigner Tsatsa. Chances are you have heard of the Enjeru. We write famous Poems, Books, and Philosophies. One might say we are the best writers currently in this world. All the foreigners say we come from an unknown land. In a sense, that is true. We come from a nation called Kangae, and we have intercepted one of your messages. We realize that this may anger you, but to be fair, we had no idea that you were delivering messages. Now then. I'm sure you have heard of our Reptile Neighbors, whatever they call themselves. I have heard they rule a third of the known world! They have slowly pushed us out of our ancestral lands, But we have developed a military to rival them. We will not surrender to them without a fight. But, to actually win that fight, we need help. That is why I am agreeing to join your alliance. We must halt their expansion, and take back territory they don't deserve. Please respond as quickly as you can. There is no telling when they might next invade.</div></blockquote><br/></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">TO: High Philosopher Tenjeru Kowasaki<br/>FROM: Great Clansman Tsatsa IV<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">I have heard things about your race. Good things, of course, mainly because I've read some of your poems and books in my spare time. You are quite a talented, peaceful race, and I am not annoyed at all that you've intercepted this message- I mean, I would be if you were malevolent, but I'm sure this is going to prove important for both of our empires.<br/><br/>but yes, to put it kindly, the lizards are quite a malevolent race, with no recognition for the good of sentient life. They'd be better beaten back to their homelands so that such a militant race does not control a third of the world, and hopefully some day we can achieve that. For now, however, I pray for your realm, and will be there to try and help if things go sour.<br/><br/>yours sincerely, Tsatsa IV and the Senate of Clansmen.</span></blockquote>"
9822,Sapiens Has Company (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322638,2014-12-06T17:38:00,The Orson Empire,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Vorg Prime, Vorg Administrative Zone (RL Las Vegas, Nevada)</span><br/><br/>A bright full moon could be seen in the starry night sky above Vorg Prime, and there was very little activity on the streets. Vorg Prime was the capital of the UVR; it was a small city, with a population of only 30,000 that consisted mainly of upper-class Vorgon, aristocrats, government workers, and human servants. As a result, the residential areas of the city consisted of expensive houses and mansions that were occupied by the elite. The city was located in the Vorg Administrative Zone, which was a square-shaped area of land that was not apart of any realm- it was instead overseen directly by the Vorgonian government. Vorg Prime was located in a desert, and thus it had an arid climate. The city was secluded, as there were no other major population centers close to it; this had been done on purpose, as the Vorgonian elite wanted to exclude themselves from the rest of the nation.<br/><br/>Vorg Prime contained all of the various departments that kept the nation running. The most notable was the Chamber of Overseers, which was a large, circular building in the middle of the city. Here, the Council of Overseers (which were in charge of the entire government) convened to discuss important matters. An Overseer was a leader of a realm, and their positions were hereditary; it was customary for the first-born child of an Overseer to succeed him/her after they die or resign, but it was not a law, as the position could be given to whoever the Overseer saw fit. The leader of the council was the Grand Overseer, who was in turn the leader of the entire country and the commander-in-chief of the Vorgon Military. He/she was chosen by the council every 10 years. Numerous Overseers, government officials, etc. often competed for the position, but only one of them would succeed.<br/><br/>The current Grand Overseer was Pol Tu'Dza, a 45 year old Vorgon who was a former Battlelord. He had been in power since 1933, and in just five years, he had accomplished many goals, such as expanding the nation's infrastructure, increasing production of oil and minerals, creating new opportunities for the lower classes, and drastically expanding the military. The people absolutely loved him. The humans, who were treated as second-class citizens, loved him as well.<br/><br/>Tu'Dza sat in his office in the Chamber of Overseers, having recently finished a meeting with the Overseers. Although it was late at night, the meeting had to be extended, as the Council had to decide whether or not the UVR would join this new League For Solidarity that had been created by the Tsaan. The Council ultimately decided to accept, as they knew it would allow the UVR to have contact with other species, and it would open up many new opportunities.<br/><br/>Thus, Tu'Dza typed a short response on his typewriter:<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Greetings, Great Clansman Tatsa IV,<br/><br/>I am Pol Tu'Dza, the Grand Overseer of the United Vorgonian Realms. I represent the Council of Overseers (our government), which has chosen to join your League For Solidarity.<br/><br/>We hope that this decision will open up many new opportunities for both of our nations and all nations involved in this league, which will lead to a safe and secure world.</blockquote><br/><br/>Tu'Dza summoned a human servant and ordered him to have the telegram sent off to the Great Clansmanship. He then locked his office door and went home in order to get some sleep."
9823,Sapiens Has Company (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322638,2014-12-06T18:11:00,Illan,"--=<span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Primevoir Praexus Voitrel</span><br/>--=Location: <span style=""font-weight: bold"">Valx Prima</span> (Located on the northern tip of an Indonesian Island)</span><br/><br/>The thin and green-skinned man walked through the Providence Floor of the Spire, finishing his cup of tea and being followed, of course, by the group of agents sworn to guard his life. He was an old militant himself, an Admiral in the Thora Naval Garrison, and before that, a tried and true soldier; riding tanks, shooting whoever wanted to kill his brothers in arms or himself, and even been on a few planes. He could defend himself if needed, but every great leader needed guards. The greater the leader, the greater the threat that wanted him dead.<br/><br/>Walking through the main hall of Providence Floor, the Primevoir was interrupted by one of his and the Primavess's many advisors. He came, holding a letter with a familiar seal on it.<br/>""Ser Primavoir, I received this just this morn. Entitled to you, of course. I took a look at it; it seems to be a recruitment letter of sorts from Tsatsa IV-"" the Advisor was interrupted.<br/><br/>""A recruitment letter from him? Let me see immediately-"" Praexus stated, snatching the letter from the advisor and into his. He looked down with his black and bright green eyes, reading the paper intensely.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Greetings, my fellow leaders...<br/><br/>You may be aware of the fact that many nations are beefing up their military potential and readying themselves for conflict. This is perfectly okay, as national defense for any realm is extremely important, and every bird must ruffle its feathers now and again. However, recently, this has been displayed by several nations in a manner that poses a threat to others' very survival, along with genocide and unnecessary tyranny. However, I, Great Clansman Tsatsa IV, with the backing of The Senate of the Clansmen, have decided to create an international organisation centered around self-defence and solidarity. So why not join us in...<br/><br/>-THE LEAGUE FOR SOLIDARITY-<br/><br/>I understand that many leaders don't want to give up their territorial ambitions. This organisation entirely acknowledges this, and in fact supports acting for the good of your nation. However, in order for a nation to have a bright future, it mustn't be squashed by oppressive, militaristic agressors, and this organisation was created as a military alliance for nations seeking comfort in their quest for prosperity. While apart we are weak, together we are strong, and this strength shall be for the good of all sentient life!</blockquote><br/><br/>""Has he gone mad? This is not the way-...."" Praexus said with a sigh, stopping himself and walking along to what was his equivalent of an officer. He had spoke - and wrote - with Tsatsa on numerous occasions about a true alliance for this world they live on. One to maybe bring peace - but sending a damned recruitment letter to every nation was not the way! It could lead to corruption infiltrating this plan he had with Tsatsa - this prized plan. Rylonia could accept, join the Alliance, and learn all of our secrets. Next thing you know, they know just were to attack everyone. It was not a good thought, not at all. And Rylonia was brutal; Praexus knew this. They ousted Thora from treasured lands on the main continent generations ago....land Praexus was going to get back in his lifetime.<br/><br/>Sitting down on his hexagon shaped office with (reinforced) windows all around half of it, he found a pen and a piece of fine stationary. The Primevoir began to write a letter.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">--=<span style=""font-style: italic"">To Great Clansman Tsatsa VI, on behalf of Primevoir Praexus Voitrell</span><br/><br/><div align=""center"">I suppose this is my fault, fair friend. I truly should have put aside some time to truly discuss this alliance we have planned, and its execution. But you cannot be serious; sending a message to every nation of the world? That will only result in this dream of ours dying with a whimper and nary a spark; we must do this right. It is far to risky to simply message a nation asking for their support in our Alliance; we must discuss this further, Tsatsa. Please come to Valx Prima, Clansman, and we may speak further about this delicate matter. If needed, I shall take care of any costs that may ensue with your transportation.<br/><br/>With great meaning, Primevoir Voitrell=--</div></blockquote>"
9824,Sapiens Has Company (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322638,2014-12-06T19:08:00,Sebtopiaris,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Great Clansmanship of Palmah-Zhunid</span></span><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://vignette1.wikia.nocookie.net/flags/images/7/77/International_Paneuropean_Union_flag.svg/revision/latest/scale-to-width/800?cb=20080330161704""/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Strong in war, forgiving in peace, united always.</span></span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Tsanizu, Zhimaani Governate (OTL Hamburg)</span><br/>There was cheering in the senate. Palmah-Zhunid had two allies already, and one nation which had already joined the LoS. More nations were looking like they were willing to join, too, and it was clear that there would in fact be a strong coalition of countries which could seek safety from enemies by banding together. However, allies were not the only instrument of national defense that Palmah-Zhunid was going to employ. It needed to expand its military.<br/><br/>While Palmah-Zhunid was a good all-rounder militarily, with a large potential army (even though not many men were trained beyond the basics, there was lots of meat for the grinder), everybody agreed it needed a bit more if it was to be strong. In order for this to happen, more vehicles would have to be manufactured, and the military would have to be beefed up. ""The air force seems to be in need of modernisation"", said one of the senators,"" after all, aeroplanes are one of the newest and thus most technologically advanced vehicles out there. ""The same could be argued about submarines"", said another senator ,"" I'd argue for a modernisation of the navy."" Tsatsa thought carefully, and then spoke ,""why not build up both the air force and the navy. We can't have a land invasion if we can't bomb and blockade."" Much of the senate agreed with this, and it was decided that subs would be added to the navy and more planes would be built.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Kasaaribru, Balkovya Governate (OTL Rīga)</span><br/>Soot filled the air above the city of Kasaaribru. A massive city full of factories, office buildings and dull units, it gave off a vive of deadness and pollution. However, this was only because this northern city was a huge manufacturing town in the realm, and it was the capital of the Balkovya governate, a governate which was famous for its manufacturing industry. People hurried about their daily buisiness. Manufacturing had made this city a busy place, and after all, time is and always has been money. Long sheets of textiles were shipped away from some factories, with cars being shipped from others. At the successful Vaalihkii's Vehicle Manufacturer, a deal was being made.<br/><br/>A man, dressed in a fancy cloak with a government emblem on it, burst into an office. Vaalihkii Tsaanu, the CEO of the buisiness, appeared startled for a second, but then regained his composure. He greeted the government man graciously, and they shook hands. ""The government needs to build submarines and planes"", he said ,""and you look like you have the facilities necessary. Perhaps we could strike up a deal, say, we'll pay you the full costs for buying the vehicles if you make them for us."" ""Do you have the blueprints?"", asked the CEO, looking intrigued. The government man handed him some sheets of paper, and discussed negotiations. He pulled out a notepad and wrote down the terms of this big military venture. After a long talk, they shook on it, and the cloaked man said farewell and left the room as swiftly as he'd entered."
9825,Sapiens Has Company (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322638,2014-12-06T19:27:00,Sebtopiaris,"<blockquote><div><cite>Illan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322638&amp;p=22702205#p22702205"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">--=<span style=""font-style: italic"">To Great Clansman Tsatsa VI, on behalf of Primevoir Praexus Voitrell</span><br/><br/><div align=""center"">I suppose this is my fault, fair friend. I truly should have put aside some time to truly discuss this alliance we have planned, and its execution. But you cannot be serious; sending a message to every nation of the world? That will only result in this dream of ours dying with a whimper and nary a spark; we must do this right. It is far to risky to simply message a nation asking for their support in our Alliance; we must discuss this further, Tsatsa. Please come to Valx Prima, Clansman, and we may speak further about this delicate matter. If needed, I shall take care of any costs that may ensue with your transportation.<br/><br/>With great meaning, Primevoir Voitrell=--</div></blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">TO: Primevoir Praexus Voitrell of The Socialist Federation of Rezou<br/>FROM: Great Clansmen Tsatsa IV of The Great Clansmanship of Palmah-Zhunid<br/>Very well, my friend. I have done some silly things recently, it is true, and am trying to mend the affects of them. The alliance actually seems to be going together well, and I will be at Valx Prima with some escorts momentarily.</blockquote>"
9826,Sapiens Has Company (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322638,2014-12-06T22:00:00,Arulean States,"Lovogrod, Wulfen Republic. OTL Moscow<br/><br/>Grand Packleader (president) Wilfred Strutzkev paced along the interior of the capitol buildings war room.  He had a headache and was desperately trying to figure out the current world situation. The diplomacy of the world confused him. He was a pack leader, and had attained his status as the ruler of the country because he had finally united it's waring states into a strongly knit confederacy. He was a general, not a politician or a diplomat.<br/>In the center of the room was a massive table that showed the troop positions of the entire Confederacy, all 7 regions operating their own militias and the federal army spaced throughout.<br/>From the other side of the table came a low, polite, growling voice, ""Great Packleader, please, stop worrying. Allow the council to deal with the issues of diplomacy. Do not let this trouble you. I assure you that we are quite capable of-""<br/>""NEVER"", snarled Strutzkev, ""It is my responsibility to guild this confederacy. I will do this myself.""<br/>He continued to pace back and forth. Behind him, councilmen and Warleaders (generals) were moving around troops, supplies and other things in the nation in order to adjust for the constant stream of radio chatter that they received. Finally,  Strutzkev tuned and moved towards the large window on one side of the wall. Outside, a Pack (general military term for a group of soldiers) of nearly 200 Confederate Guard stood at attention, or marched throughout the drill yard. This gave Strutzkev new confidence, as he watched the army of the nation that he helped to forge.<br/>He turned and said to the gathered councilmen and War Leaders, ""I have made a decision. I wish to have the military increase by 50,000 the end of this year. I would also like the regional militias to make it required for all eligible Wulfen to spend at least one week of every month, in rotations, training on militia bases and forts. Any extra costs will be paid for by the central government. Any questions?""<br/>""Yes Grand Packleader. What of the foreign alliances that wish our participation?""<br/>""That we shall wait and see. Whomever wishes our help more, shall, in the end, receive it. But only if it benefits our confederacy."" All of the War leaders and northern councilmen growled their approval, agreeing with the supremacy perspective. The western and eastern councilmen nodes in respect to their leaders decision. The southern councilmen remained noticeably silent, even rebellious against this statement.<br/>'Let them', thought Strutzkev. ""I still have the strength to run this country, even without them.'<br/><br/><br/><br/>Brentlow Army Base. Hendrosk Region, South Wulfen Confederacy<br/><br/>""Shit"", growled a frustrated voice. ""He refuses to listen to reason and join a foreign power. In his heart, as in the heart of all of the War leaders, he truly only wishes to remain an isolated nation. We cannot allow this to happen.""<br/>""Shall we proceed with phase two, sir?""<br/>""It seems we must"""
9827,Sapiens Has Company (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322638,2014-12-07T00:19:00,Arana,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.nationstates.net/images/flags/uploads/alexi-__655030.png""/></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Luporus, Arno Province, Lupiar Republic<br/>Salvus Argente, Governor of Arno Province, Pater Familias of the Argente Pack</span><br/><br/>The sun rose over the sprawling city of Luporus, shining over the hills that surrounded it. On one such hill, overlooking the city below, sat the Villa Argente, the home of the Argente family. The light shone through the window of the master bedroom, where the master of the house and his mate slept. Yawning, Salvus Argente woke, and gave his sleeping mate a kiss before rising out of bed. Tiredly, he went and got himself dressed, then groomed his fur before heading down to the kitchen. When he arrived, he was pleased to find that breakfast had already been prepared for him: red wine, made from the pack's own vineyards, as well as biscuits and sausages. He ate rather quickly, and gathered up some papers before heading out.<br/><br/>Walking out to his car, he found his chauffeur waiting for him. He was a human by the name of Elias, from the<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Aegean_Islands"" rel=""nofollow"">Island provinces</a>in the east. He'd been a part of the Argente Pack for several years, starting out working on the vineyards and slowly rising up to more important jobs. Salvus had taken a liking to him, and had chosen him as his chauffeur about two months earlier. Nodding respectfully, Elias opened the door for Salvus to enter the car, then entered himself and began driving. The drive down to the city was about ten minutes, following the winding roads through the hills. The roads eventually led into Luporus. Along the way, Salvus waved out the window to the people who he served: pups playing in the side streets, merchants selling their wares at roadside stands, soldiers patrolling, and so on. Salvus was one of the popular governors, and for good reason.<br/><br/>Eventually, the car arrived at the capital building, where Salvus stepped out of the vehicle, telling Elias where to pick him up before entering. The guards at the door saluted, and Salvus saluted back. Not wanting to be late, he hurried to the room where the Concilium Magnum met. Salvus was one of the five members, and one of two members from his pack, the other being his brother, Governor Janus Argente of Latia Province. Two of the other members, Governor Fotis of Ionia Province and Governess Avra of Graecia Province, were from the Maceda Pack, one of the Argente's rivals that ruled over many of the conquered provinces in the eastern part of the Republic. The fifth member, the elderly Governor Mikeli of Serba Province, was from the Arria Pack, one of the oldest in the Republic and controller of the islands to the south and west. Mikeli was often the tie breaker on the council, as well as the mediator between the Argente and Maceda Packs. When all five arrived, they began their business. Nodding to the rest, Salvus spoke.<br/><br/>""Good morning everyone. As you all know, the Concilium Populum has ordered this meeting in order to address a pressing issue. Over the last few weeks, there have been numerous skirmishes along our northern border, between our troops and those of Palmah-Zhunid, our neighbors to the north. While there have been few casualties on either side, the situation is increasing tensions between our nation and theirs.""<br/><br/>As soon as Salvus finished speaking, Governor Fotis stood.<br/><br/>""Thank you for reminding us of something we already know, Salvus. Now that that's done with, my sister and I have come up with a solution. We launch a preemptive strike through the mountains, eliminating their border defenses so that a larger force can come after. In the meantime, we begin bombing raids over hostile territory. Questions?""<br/><br/>Governor Janus quickly stood.<br/><br/>""Are you mad Fotis? Invading a neutral nation over something as minor as border skirmishes?""<br/><br/>""Is it mad though, Janus? If we are to accomplish anything, we must make a show of our strength, and what better way than to retaliate?""<br/><br/>""You are a fool Fotis. War with the small human states is one thing, but the ape men of the north are powerful enemies, with powerful allies.""<br/><br/>Slowly, Governor Mikeli rose, using his cane to steady himself. His fur had grayed rapidly over the last few years, and it had become harder and harder for him to move. His mind, however, was as sharp as ever. Slowly, he placed a letter on the table in front of him.<br/><br/>""You are more correct than you know, Janus. This telegram arrived recently from the ape men. It appears they are forming an alliance, the 'League of Solidarity' I believe. Soon they will be far too powerful to defeat. Unless...""<br/><br/>""Yes, Mikeli?""<br/><br/>""I propose we form an alliance of our own. One of friendly states with similar views, to counter this ""League of Solidarity' and to keep them from becoming too powerful.""<br/><br/>The five stood in silence for a moment, before Salvus spoke.<br/><br/>""I believe you might have the right idea, Mikeli. A show of our strength, but one that does not require us to attack our neighbors. However, I do believe we should increase our defenses along the northern border, as well as along the border with our behemoth cousins. Now then, shall we vote? I say Aye.""<br/><br/>""Aye.""<br/><br/>""Aye.""<br/><br/>""Aye.""<br/><br/>""Aye.""<br/><br/>Grinning, Salvus sat down.<br/><br/>""Well then, let us begin writing.""<br/><hr/><br/><div align=""center""><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""To the Wulfen Republic""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Greetings, our cousins to the east.<br/><br/>In this time of international tensions, it is important that we remain strong and ready for anything. Nations around the world are increasing the size and power of their armed forces, and are banding together in alliances. In order to defend ourselves, and to allow our nations to grow and prosper, the Concilium Magnum of the Lupiar Republic has declared the formation of the Grand Alliance, an defensive alliance of like-minded nations, one that allows all member nations to do as they please with one requirement: all nations must agree to defend one another, and to cooperate militarily, economically, and socially. If you wish to become a member state of the Grand Alliance, please respond with your desire to do so.<br/><br/>Signed<br/>~Salvus Argente, Governor of Arno Province<br/>~Janus Argente, Governor of Latia Province<br/>~Fotis Maceda, Governor of Ionia Province<br/>~Avra Maceda, Governess of Graecia Province<br/>~Mikeli Arria, Governor of Serba Province<br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/esGaQCs.png""/></div></div></div></div><br/><div align=""center""><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""To the Weimar Confederacy""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Greetings.<br/><br/>In this time of international tensions, it is important that we remain strong and ready for anything. Nations around the world are increasing the size and power of their armed forces, and are banding together in alliances. In order to defend ourselves, and to allow our nations to grow and prosper, the Concilium Magnum of the Lupiar Republic has declared the formation of the Grand Alliance, an defensive alliance of like-minded nations, one that allows all member nations to do as they please with one requirement: all nations must agree to defend one another, and to cooperate militarily, economically, and socially. If you wish to become a member state of the Grand Alliance, please respond with your desire to do so.<br/><br/>Signed<br/>~Salvus Argente, Governor of Arno Province<br/>~Janus Argente, Governor of Latia Province<br/>~Fotis Maceda, Governor of Ionia Province<br/>~Avra Maceda, Governess of Graecia Province<br/>~Mikeli Arria, Governor of Serba Province<br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/esGaQCs.png""/></div></div></div></div><br/><div align=""center""><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""To the Impirrenship of Rylonia""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Greetings.<br/><br/>In this time of international tensions, it is important that we remain strong and ready for anything. Nations around the world are increasing the size and power of their armed forces, and are banding together in alliances. In order to defend ourselves, and to allow our nations to grow and prosper, the Concilium Magnum of the Lupiar Republic has declared the formation of the Grand Alliance, an defensive alliance of like-minded nations, one that allows all member nations to do as they please with one requirement: all nations must agree to defend one another, and to cooperate militarily, economically, and socially. If you wish to become a member state of the Grand Alliance, please respond with your desire to do so.<br/><br/>Signed<br/>~Salvus Argente, Governor of Arno Province<br/>~Janus Argente, Governor of Latia Province<br/>~Fotis Maceda, Governor of Ionia Province<br/>~Avra Maceda, Governess of Graecia Province<br/>~Mikeli Arria, Governor of Serba Province<br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/esGaQCs.png""/></div></div></div></div><br/><div align=""center""><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""To the Eternal Empire of Winco""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Greetings.<br/><br/>In this time of international tensions, it is important that we remain strong and ready for anything. Nations around the world are increasing the size and power of their armed forces, and are banding together in alliances. In order to defend ourselves, and to allow our nations to grow and prosper, the Concilium Magnum of the Lupiar Republic has declared the formation of the Grand Alliance, an defensive alliance of like-minded nations, one that allows all member nations to do as they please with one requirement: all nations must agree to defend one another, and to cooperate militarily, economically, and socially. If you wish to become a member state of the Grand Alliance, please respond with your desire to do so.<br/><br/>Signed<br/>~Salvus Argente, Governor of Arno Province<br/>~Janus Argente, Governor of Latia Province<br/>~Fotis Maceda, Governor of Ionia Province<br/>~Avra Maceda, Governess of Graecia Province<br/>~Mikeli Arria, Governor of Serba Province<br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/esGaQCs.png""/></div></div></div></div>"
9828,Sapiens Has Company (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322638,2014-12-07T12:50:00,Lingang,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><div align=""center"">The Eternal Empire of Winco</div></span></span><br/><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.alternatehistory.com/discussion/attachment.php?attachmentid=191168&amp;d=1353636924""/></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Central Etan (RL Panama)<br/>3:15 PM<br/></span><br/><br/>The midday sun blazed down on the dense forests of Etan, yet the nocturnal Amico remained fast asleep in their homes. The great towers of the central city stretched across the horizon, as a single plane flew above the metropolis. The aircraft, painted all black, bore the colors of the Winco Empire, Etan's powerful neighbor to the north. At that moment, radios across the nation buzzed to life, as a transmission played. People awoke to hear the message from the capitol city.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-style: italic"">People of Etan. Don't be alarmed by this sudden message. But there is something very important that must be told. Today at 11:34 AM, the Empire of Winco had organized a coup, and has overthrown the government of Etan. We believe that this development is for the betterment of all Amico People everywhere. Consider yourselves now subjects of the Winco Empire.</span></blockquote><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""World Map update""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/hFhY4DD.png""/></div></div></div><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Dakar<br/>Empire of Winco<br/>2:30 AM</span><br/><br/>The city of Dakar bustled with life, as the towers of the city shone bright with light. The city of Dakar was a strange one, a city that arose with the moon ans slept with the sun. The crowded, gigantic buildings loomed over busy streets, illuminated with blue and orange lights. In the<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://www.celesteprize.com/_files/opere/2012_59996_173446.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">capitol building</a>, the Emperor sat in his Imperial Room, behind a limestone desk. He was reading a letter from the Lupiar Republic, and responded with haste.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><div align=""center"">The Head of the Eternal Wincan Empire</div></span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">From: His Greatness, Eternal Sovereign of all Amico, Emperor Karthod</span><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">To: The Lupiar Republic</span><br/><br/>Tidings.<br/><br/>We here in the Winco Empire have viewed your proposition for an alliance, and we agree. Nations around the world are certainley building up their arms. It seems that political blocs are inevitable. I agree to have the Winco Empire, and all her protectorates, join the Grand Alliance.<br/><br/>Warmest regards,<br/>The Eternal Empire of Winco</blockquote>"
9829,Sapiens Has Company (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322638,2014-12-07T13:16:00,Marsisian,"<img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i61.tinypic.com/5ls9dl.png""/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Weimar Commonwealth</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">St. Alexberg<br/>Morning<br/>6:05 AM</span><br/><br/>While many Weimars were on their way to work in cars or walking along the sidewalks, the Council had been discussing major events that transpired in the Commonwealth in the Council Hall for a long time. ""Well, I think that about covers the majority of events. I think we should all go back to our houses and enjoy a hard-earned rest. It's been... 7 hours since we started this of endless arguing."" ""Wait, I have one more thing to say."" ""What is it, Governor?"" ""Well, Councilors, I think it's time that we switch to a presidential democracy. With all of this pointless arguing we're wasting time and lagging behind the rest of the world in decision-making.""<br/><br/>""We will do no such thing. This form of government has existed ever since the formation of the Commonwealth in AD 200. It has served us well until now and it will continue to serve us until the end of this nation."" ""Councilor, you are too stuck in your old ways of doing things. Our government is corrupt, inefficient, and lazy. It served us efficiently back then because things were different in those times. Technology was different. The normal form of government was different. Almost everything was not like what we have now back in those times. If we wish to keep our dominance over the South Pacific then we need to step up our game and colonial efforts significantly.""<br/><br/>The Governor stood up and pointed to the window, where they could see the city skyline and the morning commute happening. ""In order to do that, we need an efficient government with a strong military capable of projecting power around the world."" ""Well, our armored forces ar-"" ""How can we get armor over to different continents without a competent navy?"" ""Well, we do have a competent navy. It's mostly made up of fast-attack destroyers and cruisers, and we do have some aircraft carriers but they were brought out of service because we didn't need them."" ""We must get them back into service as fast as possible. The continent over to our west is our best bet in grabbing colonies and natural resources.""<br/><br/>""Hold on. Before we go any further, I say we have a vote if we change our form of government or continue the way it was. Anybody who wishes to change it say aye.""<br/><br/>""Aye.""<br/>""Aye.""<br/>""I say aye.""<br/>""It's an aye for me.""<br/><br/>""Well, Councilor, it looks like the ayes win. But who do we have for our first president?"" ""I say it's you, Governor."" ""That's quite an honor. In the meantime, I've just received word from the Lupiar Republic that they've formed an alliance. I will send a message back.""<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To the Lupiar Republic<br/>From the Weimar Commonwealth<br/><br/>Greetings,<br/><br/>We hereby accept your offer of the Commonwealth joining your alliance in order to defend our nations and interests. I agree to have the Weimar Commonwealth and her provinces join the Grand Alliance.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Signed, President Nicholas Edwards</span></blockquote>"
9830,Sapiens Has Company (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322638,2014-12-07T13:20:00,Lingang,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><div align=""center"">The Eternal Empire of Winco</div></span></span><br/><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.alternatehistory.com/discussion/attachment.php?attachmentid=191168&amp;d=1353636924""/></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The United Vorogonia Realms<br/>2:12 AM<br/></span><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://s3.amazonaws.com/media.wbur.org/wordpress/1/files/2011/12/1205_PEARL_HARBOR-624x484.jpg""/><br/><br/>A fleet of airships left the coast of Cujaca. Around 400 aircraft in total left Rhida Base, on their way to the Vorogonian coast. Under the cover of night, they silently and swiftly flew to the largest Vorogon military base. After sending out a signal to jam the Vorogon radars, they struck. Fighter planes lit up the air runways and communication towers, firing on any target they saw. Bombers destroyed entire aircraft carriers. Dozens of other planes crashed themselves into oil rigs and ships, committing suicide for the Empire."
9831,Sapiens Has Company (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322638,2014-12-07T13:20:00,Reatra,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Aut Impirrenio det a Rylonais</span></span></span></div><br/><br/><hr/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>""Then<span style=""font-style: italic"">why</span>, my brothers and sisters, do we let these people, these<span style=""font-style: italic"">aliens</span>keep our misguided brethren?"" Impirren RyRy asked the crowd in another one of his fanatical speeches. ""They forget The Way to live, and it is our job to remind them! To spread Reatra's word throughout the world! To ensure the survival of us Ryraptors for all eternity!"" The crowd roared. ""And when Nickoli once again rides down on his beam of light, on the back of his golden raptor, we will be the first allowed into the paradise of His Eternal Seat! We are the true followers, and..."" He trailed off, as his close Adviser of All Diplomacy, Harlei, whispered a message in RyRy's ear.<br/>""...and we will enjoy our rightful empire at His Seat!"" RyRy finished, leaving the balcony of Aut Hum det Impirrenio in Rynatoo. He left the crowd in a frenzy, so much so they likely didn't even notice his quick escape into his Palace.<br/>""What is it about, Harlei?"" He asked her.<br/>""From the mammals in the Lupiar, they are offering for us to join an alliance complex they have founded.""<br/>""Really? Pagans reach out to us? We must intimidate them fiercely..."" RyRy said.<br/>""Yes, My Impirren. Do you have an answer?""<br/>""Yes... they are pagans, but to far away to convert... so... alright. I will join their alliance, and bring our people with me. Go tell the master of Communications to respond so. Don't make it long and eloquent, just a simple response.""<br/>""Yes, My Impirren."" Harlei said, bowing and leaving the room.<br/>""Oh! Harlei! Also, bring Danoline in to, tell him I've things to discuss with him.""<br/>""Yes, My Impirren.""<br/><br/><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">TO: The Lupiar Republic<br/><br/>Consider the Impirren and all Reatrists part of you ""Grand Alliance"".<br/><br/>FROM:<br/>Impirren RyRy ""The Nickol"" of the Impirrenship of Rylonia.</blockquote><br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>Due to the joining of Rylonia into the GA, Impirren RyRy has authorized the growth of the Industrial Communes and the expansion of the nations infrastructure to bring it into the modern age. Scientists are being urged to experiment with new weapon designs, but nothing has come up yet."
9832,Sapiens Has Company (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322638,2014-12-07T13:44:00,Lunas Legion,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.panel555.com/images/flag_black_sun_.gif""/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Empire of Flaming Sands</span></div><br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Eternal City</span><span style=""font-size: 85%; line-height: 116%;"">(RL Baghdad)</span><br/><br/>Empress Hyrion snorted in approval as the 412th Imperial Parade came to an end. The Imperial Parade was an annual event that showed off the power of the Imperial Army; well-disciplined ranks of Ifrit soldiers, equipped with the latest weaponry and armour, displaying the prowess and technical expertise of their army.<br/><br/>That it was the only branch of their armed forces helped; Ifrit were too heavy and large to fly aircraft or create ships, and even if they were to such aircraft or ships would be simply too large and expensive to have any use in warfare.<br/><br/>""Empress?"" Hyrion turned away from the plaza towards a slightly smaller Ifrit, head bowed to the floor.<br/><br/>""Speak."" She replied.<br/><br/>""The Roots have sent a message proposing that we join a 'League of-""<br/><br/>""Do not reply."" Hyrion interrupted. ""The Empire does not join into alliances of those who are lesser than it.""<br/><br/>""Very well, Empress. Would you like me to convene the Lord's Council?""<br/><br/>""No."" Hyrion sighed, turning back to look over the now-empty plaza. ""Leave.""<br/><br/>The other Ifrit nodded it's head and left, leaving Hyrion to her thoughts."
9833,Sapiens Has Company (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322638,2014-12-07T14:47:00,Arulean States,"Kratzow, Western Region of the Wulfen Confederacy, Capitol of Kratzow Region<br/><br/>Grand Packleader Strutzkev stood on the balcony as Hunting Pack (about 50 Wulfen) after Hunting Pack paraded down the main boulevard, towards the government plaza. After every half dozen Packs, a trio of Medium or heavy tanks would roll down the road. The majority of the militia had finished their march, and their improvement in regards to training was immediately evident. None stumbled, and they mostly stayed in formation. They were no where near as disciplined as a regular Hunting Pack of Federal Troops, but they could hold their own in a fight against most other regulars. Finally, the last of the Militia Packs marched into the plaza in front of Strutzkev, and he looked out at the gathered Wulfen. As soon as he stood, all in the square fell silent. The 3,000 Wulfen Militiamen were attentive, and their ears perked up in anticipation.<br/><br/>""Brethren of the Wulfen Confederacy. I come before you today, to congratulate you on being the first Militia Grand Pack to be inducted into the Army of Kratzow. Even as we speak, in all of the other Regions of the Confederacy, 150,000 of the best trained and armed militiamen of each region is being inducted into regular standing Regional Armies.This will bring the Grand Army of the Wulfen Confederacy to a total strength of over two million Wulfen!!!""<br/><br/>In the square below, 3,000 Wulfen bared their fangs, and let out howls of agreement. All were volunteers, taken from the best of the Militia Packs of Kratzow. Sergeants and NCO's began to regain control of the howling and the Wulfen gradually grew silent again.<br/><br/>""I, Grand Packleader Strutzkev, know that you will not disappoint the Confederacy. Go now, to you barracks in the city, and know that you will soon be joined by thousands of your brethren.""<br/>Again, the Wulfen cheered at the speech. Strutzkev had expected nothing less. He turned an strode back inside the building, where he met shook hands with the Western councilman, and the generals who would command the newly raised Army of Kratzow. Finally, Strutzkev was able to escape formalities and exit to the council chamber. Inside were seated all seven councilmen, with their staffs.<br/>""Gentlemen, This is a historic day. We received word that our southern cousins desire to make an alliance to oppose the League of Solidarity. It is called the Grand Alliance. I have accepted this generous offer and have pledged all support to their cause. Now, we have entered the world stage. I would also like to have the unanimous support of the council for preparations for war against the Apemen to our west. All in favor of increasing military sending and mobilizing the rest of the active militias, say 'Aye'""<br/><br/>The Northern Councilmen voted 'Aye'<br/><br/>Both Western Councilmen and the Eastern Councilman also voted 'aye'<br/><br/>Only the two southern Councilmen voted 'Nay'<br/><br/>This did not surprise Strutzkev, as they had always opposed his rule. If it came to it, he would force them to comply. ""Very well then. As of now, this entire country is in a state of mobilization. Active the militias and prepare to address your regions. I expect all of you too comply with the result of this vote and assist the Central Government in the war preparations."""
9834,Sapiens Has Company (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322638,2014-12-07T14:49:00,Neo-Assyrian Empire,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/DDkXk9H.png""/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Confederation of Verßenic States</span></span></div><hr/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Council Chambers, Noliz</span><br/>The council once again convened for their weekly session. Among them was Holzves Rikart, holding a document from the North. ""Settle, everyone, settle. Today, I bring about good news from the North. The Apefolk, those who call themselves ""The Palmich-Xunyd"" in our tongue, have agreed to start an alliance between our two states. Hence-forth, our two nations are allied. But they have asked us to join a larger alliance that would span the entirety of Erda. They claim that this group shall exist for the purpose of purging the Lizardfolk of the East and to putting an end to tyranny around this planet. Should we align our country with their interests-""<br/><br/>A lone Verssen messenger walked into the Chamber. ""Holzves of the Council of Noliz, lend me your ears. Yesterday, under the cover of darkness, crafts belonging to the Winco Empire of the West were spotted in the airspace of the UVR. Using the night as their shield, they destroyed the Vorgonian fleet in a sudden and unprovoked act of war.""<br/><br/>The chamber was silenced in horror. Edgyr leaned on his hand, while using the other to tap on the table. ""Well... I believe that is the answer. If I can recall correctly, the UVR recently became allies with the Apefolk. If I'm also not mistaken, the Klynewulvereich of Itaelie and the Balkan have formed a counter alliance with the Winco. If we are to continue a peaceful alliance with the Apefolk, and still expect for the Verssen way of life to continue going forward, we must join this Guild of Solidarity.""<br/><br/>""Agreed,"" Rikart continued his speech from earlier. ""The Apefolk of the North are fighting a noble cause in order to rid the world of tyranny and genocide. If we are to sit here and do nothing, we might as well become those genocidal tyrants who are starting this conflict!""<br/><br/>The council agreed quickly. ""Then it is settled. Today, not only will the Confederation of Verssenic States join the Guild of Solidarity, but we shall also declare war on the state of Winco and any nation that backs them militarily. With this, we shall increase patrol along the borders with the Klynewulvereich in case of this provokes a conflict with their people. We shall also open our northern borders to the Apefolk if they so need it.""<hr/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Luzberg (OTL Ljubljana)</span><br/>In a workshop in the city of Luzberg, several metalworkers and carpenters stood around a table. On it, was a large device that looked similar to that of a flintlock musket. ""So... who wield this device first?"" They stood in silence.<br/><br/>A metalworker then spoke up. ""I shall use this device first."" He picked up the firearm and loaded it. ""But... how shall we test it?"" The group looked around the room until they saw a bag of flour. They sat the bag on top of a table.<br/><br/>""So, Hadvert, point the firearm and hit that bag."" Hadvert nodded and raised the device. With a single pull of the trigger, the Verssen had advanced enough to use firearms. The bag of flour exploded, sending the powder around the room. The workers celebrated their newest creation and began to spread the word to the local lords.<hr/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To Great Clansman Tsatsa IV of The Great Clansman Ship of Palmich-Xunyd,<br/>That is good news! The Confederacy has recently received a letter from your nation about a group called ""The Guild of Solidarity"". We have agreed to join your alliance in the hopes that, one day, we can rid the world of tyranny.<br/><br/>May Lord Ylsan grant you a long life,<br/><div style=""float: right;"">~Lord Rikart of Luzberg, Holzves of the Verssenic Confederation</div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To the Lords and Ladies of nations involved in the Grand Alliance,<br/>After the sudden and unprovoked attack against the UVR by one of your member states, the Confederation of Verssenic States has elected to declare war on any nation that backs the Winco militarily against the UVR. This is your first and final warning. We hope that better judgement shall prevail here and that this conflict shall not expand farther than the West.<br/><br/>May Lord Ylsan bring you peace in these troubling times,<br/><div style=""float: right;"">~Lord Rikart of Luzberg, Holzves of the Verssenic Confederation</div></blockquote>"
9835,Sapiens Has Company (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322638,2014-12-07T15:06:00,The Orson Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Lingang <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322638&amp;p=22712760#p22712760"">wrote</a>:</cite><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><div align=""center"">The Eternal Empire of Winco</div></span></span><br/><br/><div align=""center"">(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://www.alternatehistory.com/discussion/attachment.php?attachmentid=191168&amp;d=1353636924"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The United Vorogonia Realms<br/>2:12 AM<br/></span><br/><br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://s3.amazonaws.com/media.wbur.org/wordpress/1/files/2011/12/1205_PEARL_HARBOR-624x484.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/><br/> A fleet of airships left the coast of Cujaca. Around 400 aircraft in total left Rhida Base, on their way to the Vorogonian coast. Under the cover of night, they silently and swiftly flew to the largest Vorogon military base. After sending out a signal to jam the Vorogon radars, they struck. Fighter planes lit up the air runways and communication towers, firing on any target they saw. Bombers destroyed entire aircraft carriers. Dozens of other planes crashed themselves into oil rigs and ships, committing suicide for the Empire.</div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Droguun Naval Yard, Droguun (RL Los Angeles, California)</span><br/><br/>Because it was nighttime, the drydocks at the Droguun Naval Yard were silent. The soldiers and sailors stationed at the port slept peacefully in their barracks and inside the crew quarters of the ships in the port. However, with growing militarization around the world, mandatory patrols were conducted. A frigate that was doing a patrol reported to the command center (which was near the barracks) that it had spotted what appeared to be Winco aircraft and airships heading towards Droguun. However, at the command center, nothing showed up on the radar. Those manning the radar stations then discovered that the Vorgon's own ships that were in the port were not picked up by the radar, which led them to believe that their radar was being jammed. This was immediately reported to Fleetmaster Odon Dangant, who was in command of the Vorgon Pacific Fleet, and his subordinates.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">2:12 AM</span><br/><br/>What the frigate saw during its patrols was confirmed when 400 Wincoan aircraft launched their attack on the Droguun Naval Yard. Fleetmaster Odon Dangant ordered all air raid sirens across the city of Droguun to be activated, and the mayor of Droguun quickly sent out this order. As the air raid sirens sounded, civilians in the city who were awoken by the chaos watched in horror as the naval yard was attacked. Meanwhile, all 200 ships in the port quickly prepared to retaliate. Nevertheless, ship after ship was struck by Wincoan bombs. Some fighters managed to join the fight by taking off from the runways, but many fighters and bombers were destroyed before they could even lift off. Oil rigs exploded in a huge ball of fire as enemy planes crashed into them, creating thick, billowing smoke that covered the naval yard.<br/><br/>On one of the larger aircraft carriers, and officer would run down into the crew quarters in order to wake up the sailors, as they were still sleeping.<br/><br/>""GET UP, GET UP! WE'RE BEING BOMBED!"" he yelled. The sailors, still tired, thought it was another drill....that is, until they heard the explosions outside.<br/><br/>""GET THE FUCK UP, NOW AND MAN THOSE AA GUNS!!"" the officer once again yelled. The sailors then quickly got moving."
9836,Sapiens Has Company (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322638,2014-12-07T15:16:00,Marsisian,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">New Guinea<br/>Kakari Military Base</span><br/><br/>It was the morning, the soldiers stationed at the military base were just getting up or eating their breakfast in mess halls. However, the men at the sea defenses were just sitting down and talking, but one particularly cautious soldier looked into the telescope. After he did, his mouth was wide open. A small fleet of ships heading directly for them. Immediately, he told the soldiers near him who radioed the base commander, who then pushed the alarm that signified the troops to get to the sea defenses.<br/><br/>The soldiers ran to the coastal walls and took cover, some setting up their LMGs. Below, troops were getting into their GPMG casemates and were ready to fire. However, to avoid an international incident, the commander shouted to them with a loudspeaker. ""Signify which nation you are from and who you are or we will take lethal force against you!"""
9837,Sapiens Has Company (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322638,2014-12-07T17:23:00,New Jordslag,"<blockquote><div><cite>Marsisian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322638&amp;p=22714677#p22714677"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">New Guinea<br/>Kakari Military Base</span><br/><br/>It was the morning, the soldiers stationed at the military base were just getting up or eating their breakfast in mess halls. However, the men at the sea defenses were just sitting down and talking, but one particularly cautious soldier looked into the telescope. After he did, his mouth was wide open. A small fleet of ships heading directly for them. Immediately, he told the soldiers near him who radioed the base commander, who then pushed the alarm that signified the troops to get to the sea defenses.<br/><br/> The soldiers ran to the coastal walls and took cover, some setting up their LMGs. Below, troops were getting into their GPMG casemates and were ready to fire. However, to avoid an international incident, the commander shouted to them with a loudspeaker. ""Signify which nation you are from and who you are or we will take lethal force against you!""</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">New Guinea, Kakari Military Base</span><br/>Two of the three Frigates stopped in their tracks, their crews confused. The third continued onto shore. At it's Bow was the Worldwide famous author Kurakaki Nuraki, who wrote masterful Horror Novels. He had been to this country before, and understood parts of their language; Enough to know what would happen. He held out his hand for them to stop. ""Many of you probably recognize me. I am Kurakaki Nuraki, a Enjeru Author. Please stand down."" He said, in a heavily accented and hardly understandable version of the Native Language. Waiting until his ship landed, he disembarked, head held straightforward in a dignified way. ""I am an explorer from my nation, Kangae. May I talk with your leader?"" He asked, without a glint of fear in his eyes. The other two ships remained still, unsure of what was happening. Looking back at the other two ships, Kurakaki added: ""Oh, and I apologize for the surprise visit."""
9838,Sapiens Has Company (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322638,2014-12-07T17:25:00,Marsisian,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Jordslag <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322638&amp;p=22716395#p22716395"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Marsisian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322638&amp;p=22714677#p22714677"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">New Guinea<br/>Kakari Military Base</span><br/><br/>It was the morning, the soldiers stationed at the military base were just getting up or eating their breakfast in mess halls. However, the men at the sea defenses were just sitting down and talking, but one particularly cautious soldier looked into the telescope. After he did, his mouth was wide open. A small fleet of ships heading directly for them. Immediately, he told the soldiers near him who radioed the base commander, who then pushed the alarm that signified the troops to get to the sea defenses.<br/><br/> The soldiers ran to the coastal walls and took cover, some setting up their LMGs. Below, troops were getting into their GPMG casemates and were ready to fire. However, to avoid an international incident, the commander shouted to them with a loudspeaker. ""Signify which nation you are from and who you are or we will take lethal force against you!""</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">New Guinea, Kakari Military Base</span><br/>Two of the three Frigates stopped in their tracks, their crews confused. The third continued onto shore. At it's Bow was the Worldwide famous author Kurakaki Nuraki, who wrote masterful Horror Novels. He had been to this country before, and understood parts of their language; Enough to know what would happen. He held out his hand for them to stop. ""Many of you probably recognize me. I am Kurakaki Nuraki, a Enjeru Author. Please stand down."" He said, in a heavily accented and hardly understandable version of the Native Language. Waiting until his ship landed, he disembarked, head held straightforward in a dignified way. ""I am an explorer from my nation, Kangae. May I talk with your leader?"" He asked, without a glint of fear in his eyes. The other two ships remained still, unsure of what was happening. Looking back at the other two ships, Kurakaki added: ""Oh, and I apologize for the surprise visit.""</div></blockquote><br/>The commander, still cautious and slightly fearful, put his hand out to the soldiers and told them to stand down. They followed his order. ""Yes. You may talk with our leader. But you're going to have to come with us back to our military base."" He sent a couple of soldiers down to the beach to escort them."
9839,Sapiens Has Company (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322638&start=25,2014-12-07T19:32:00,Arana,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.nationstates.net/images/flags/uploads/alexi-__655030.png""/></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Luporus, Arno Province, Lupiar Republic<br/>Salvus Argente, Governor of Arno Province, Pater Familias of the Argente Pack</span><br/><br/>The members of the Concilium Magnum sat around the table, reading over the papers in front of them. There were many of them, ranging from telegrams to reports to memos, and not all of them good news. On the bright side, all of the nations invited to join the Grand Alliance had accepted. On the other hand, the behemoth wolves of the central provinces had sent out a telegram to the nations of the Alliance with much more negative contents. Evidently the Winco Empire had launched an attack on another nation, one of the members of the League of Solidarity... needless to say, the attack had created unneeded tensions with other nations, although it had harmed a possible enemy. Picking up a report on the attack, Salvus spoke.<br/><br/>""It seems one of our new allies has started a war against the Vorgonians. How should we react?""<br/><br/>Janus, looking over a map, looked up.<br/><br/>""For now, I suggest we stay neutral. Fortify the mountains along the northern border with machine guns and artillery, and begin submarine patrols of the Mediterranean, Adriatic, and Black Seas. Meanwhile, we should send emissaries to the Winco Empire, the Verssenic States, and the Empire of the Flaming Sands. Each should have a small detachment of soldiers, no more than fifty, and hopefully establish diplomatic relations, and, in the case of our allies, observe them.""<br/><br/>The others nodded in agreement, and Fotis spoke up.<br/><br/>""Perhaps it would be wise to begin sending munitions to our allies? Discreetly of course, as anything else would create more tensions.""<br/><br/>Salvus nodded.<br/><br/>""Agreed. I will send telegrams at once.""<br/><hr/><br/><div align=""center""><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""To the Eternal Empire of Winco""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Greetings, ally.<br/><br/>The Concilium Magnum of the Lupiar Republic would like to inform you that at this moment, a delegation consisting of an ambassador and fifty soldiers is on its way to your nation, along with a shipment of munitions and arms. If the delegation is allowed to establish an embassy in your nation, these shipments will continue. However, they must remain top secret. In the event that this is revealed, the Republic will cut off all shipments and destroy any evidence that they ever occurred. Publicly, we will be condemning your recent attack, and urging other nations to do the same.<br/><br/>Signed<br/>~Salvus Argente, Governor of Arno Province<br/>~Janus Argente, Governor of Latia Province<br/>~Fotis Maceda, Governor of Ionia Province<br/>~Avra Maceda, Governess of Graecia Province<br/>~Mikeli Arria, Governor of Serba Province</div></div></div></div><br/><div align=""center""><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""To the Empire of Flaming Sands""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Greetings, your majesty, Empress Hyrion of the Flaming Sands.<br/><br/>The Concilium Magnum of the Lupiar Republic would like to inform you that at this moment, a delegation consisting of an ambassador and fifty soldiers is on its way to your border. With your majesty's permission, this delegation would establish diplomatic relations between the Empire of Flaming Sands and the Lupiar Republic, and would establish an embassy in your nation. Ideally, this would allow trade to occur between our great nations. Your great empire has much needed oil, and our Republic has mineral resources and machinery for your armies, gold for your craftsmen, and wine for your tables. Together, both of our nations may prosper.<br/><br/>Signed<br/>~Salvus Argente, Governor of Arno Province<br/>~Janus Argente, Governor of Latia Province<br/>~Fotis Maceda, Governor of Ionia Province<br/>~Avra Maceda, Governess of Graecia Province<br/>~Mikeli Arria, Governor of Serba Province</div></div></div></div><br/><div align=""center""><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""To the Confederation of Verssenic States""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Greetings, cousins.<br/><br/>The Concilium Magnum of the Lupiar Republic would like to inform you that at this moment, a delegation consisting of an ambassador and fifty soldiers is on its way to your border. With your government's permission, this delegation would establish diplomatic relations between our great nations. Furthermore, this would allow both of our nations to work towards peace in our world, by showing cooperation between our two alliances. We would like you to know that we condemn the attack by the Winco Empire, and will do what we can to bring both sides in the situation to negotiations. Please, consider our request. We are sure you will make a wise decision.<br/><br/>Signed<br/>~Salvus Argente, Governor of Arno Province<br/>~Janus Argente, Governor of Latia Province<br/>~Fotis Maceda, Governor of Ionia Province<br/>~Avra Maceda, Governess of Graecia Province<br/>~Mikeli Arria, Governor of Serba Province</div></div></div></div><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Fort Arala, Near Alpar (OTL Trieste), One Mile from the Lupiar-Verssenic Border, Lupiar Republic<br/>General Milos Argente, Commander of Fort Arala</span><br/><br/>General Milos Argente read over the commands sent from the Concilium Magnum and frowned. It seemed that tensions with the behemoth wolves of the Verssenic States had gotten worse, and the government in Luporus, including his uncles Salvus and Janus, expected him to fortify the mountains. He had been anticipating this, but not to this level. Already there were machine gun teams throughout the mountains, dug in on ridges and in caves, as well as artillery emplacements aimed across the border to make sure that no hostile made it across alive. However, the government in Luporus expected more. Furthermore, he was to ensure that the delegation to the Verssenic States made it across the border safely, no matter the cost. Sighing, he looked over to one of his nearby subordinates.<br/><br/>""Seems Luporus is expecting more from us. Double the border patrols, and make sure every ridge and peak is fortified. I want our troops equipped and rested, and ready for battle. Also, a delegation from Luporus will be coming through here soon. They will be attempting to cross the border. Inform the troops that if the delegation comes under attack, that I want every battery and machine gun to rain hell on the Verssen. Am I clear?""<br/><br/>The soldier nodded, and ran off to follow the General's orders. When he left, General Milos sighed and pulled out a cigar. Lighting, he looked out the window over the border.<br/><br/>""What have you gotten us into uncles?"""
9840,Sapiens Has Company (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322638&start=25,2014-12-07T19:40:00,Tachi no Kyojin,"The Great Legions of Piscaloria gather in the capital city of Guretobaburu (located in modern American Samoa), it is a strange city, half the city sprawls upon the island, the other half, submerged beneath the waves, the peaks of it's tallest buildings just barely coming bove the lapping waves. All is quiet, the whole nation awaits the words of the Admiral.<br/><br/>""Sahaugarin!"" His screeches, what the Sahaugarin take for speech echoed both in the open air, and beneath the waves, ""My people! The time has come! We, the great people of the say shall lay claim to what is rightfully ours!""<br/><br/>He slammed his golden trident upon the balcony of the Imperial Palace, in reality a gigantic submarine, home to the head of state.<br/><br/>""But a few years ago we were a peoples scattered with the currents, we lived by simple means, we were weak! But now... now we have become strong! United we claimed this land from the pitiful ape-men, within but a few years what was once a village had become the city in which we stand today!""<br/><br/>His hands gestured to the buildings around him, the Warriors began to cheer, but soon order returned.<br/><br/>""Now... The world has turned to chaos. The maelstrom of the gods will finally descend upon us! The mother ocean shall envelope the cursed drylands and the Ocean, the Sahaugari, shall rule!""<br/><br/>The Legions have begun to work themselves to a fervor, their webbed feet clash rhythmically with the seabed. The city rings with the beat of war.<br/><br/>""First, we shall claim the islands, then the coasts, finally the world! But... We cannot act alone. Great powers have risen and so we shall ally ourselves in what, I am assured, shall be an age of conquest! So, I declare our full intention to join now with... The Grand Alliance!""<br/><br/>The great rhythm continues to beat, not it is accompanied with the great banging of rifles. Their stocks beating upon the trident bayonets of their neighbors. It only continues to grow in volume.<br/><br/>""Brothers! It is time! The tides drift to war! It is time to mobilize the Great Fleet!""<br/><br/>With these words the legions began their march to the ships. The water was filled with the churning of propellers. The waters would soon be rising, the tide of blood."
9841,Sapiens Has Company (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322638&start=25,2014-12-07T20:27:00,Neo-Assyrian Empire,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/DDkXk9H.png""/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Confederation of Verßenic States</span></span></div><hr/><blockquote><div><cite>Arana <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322638&amp;p=22718386#p22718386"">wrote</a>:</cite><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""To the Confederation of Verssenic States""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Greetings, cousins.<br/><br/>The Concilium Magnum of the Lupiar Republic would like to inform you that at this moment, a delegation consisting of an ambassador and fifty soldiers is on its way to your border. With your government's permission, this delegation would establish diplomatic relations between our great nations. Furthermore, this would allow both of our nations to work towards peace in our world, by showing cooperation between our two alliances. We would like you to know that we condemn the attack by the Winco Empire, and will do what we can to bring both sides in the situation to negotiations. Please, consider our request. We are sure you will make a wise decision.<br/><br/>Signed<br/>~Salvus Argente, Governor of Arno Province<br/>~Janus Argente, Governor of Latia Province<br/>~Fotis Maceda, Governor of Ionia Province<br/>~Avra Maceda, Governess of Graecia Province<br/>~Mikeli Arria, Governor of Serba Province</div></div></div></div></blockquote><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To the Councilium Magnum of the Klynewulvereich,<br/>It is good to hear that our brethren, despite being on an opposing force, can still hear the voice of reason. We shall grant your diplomat and their guards shelter in our Confederacy for as long as they are needed. As soon as they arrive, they shall be escorted to the Noliz and discuss with the Council the current events between our two states and the world.<br/><br/>May Lord Ylsan grant you a long life,<br/><div style=""float: right;"">~Lord Rikart of Luzberg, Holzves of the Verssenic Confederation</div></blockquote><hr/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Border between the Confederacy and the Klynewulvereich,<br/>Sudslov Province</span><br/>The Sudslov Province is one of the few regions where the Verssenic Wall has an opening. Since the wall was constructed in the 1500s, it has been used to keep the Verssens in and the outside world... well, outside. But, here in Sudslov, there lie a twenty foot-tall gate, made out of rusted iron. Just on the inside of the wall, a general, clad in iron iron with red cloth, gave orders to soldiers guarding the wall.<br/><br/>""Soon, a Klynewulve diplomat and his guards shall enter the Confederacy, likely through this point. As soon as they are spotted, open the gate and alert Lord Cantor. From there, you shall walk infront of the gate and stand at attention. Salute the envoy and his party as they pass through the gate while Lord Cantor and his servants deliver their own welcome on the other side. If you fail to do this or mistakenly kill the incoming diplomat, there shall be dire consequences. Consequences that your mortal minds can not even comprehend. Now, get back up their and wait for our guests to arrive.""<br/><br/>The soldiers nodded. ""Hyr, jae hyr!"" (Sir, yes sir!) They climbed back to the top of the wall and returned to their positions, waiting for the emissaries from the West."
9842,Sapiens Has Company (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322638&start=25,2014-12-07T21:16:00,Arana,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.nationstates.net/images/flags/uploads/alexi-__655030.png""/></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Fort Arala, Near Alpar (OTL Trieste), One Mile from the Lupiar-Verssenic Border, Lupiar Republic<br/>Lady Anastasija Arria, Ambassador of the Lupiar Republic, Mater Familias of the Arria Pack</span><br/><br/>Lady Anastasija Arria sat in the back of the armored car, gazing out the window as the vehicle drove down the winding mountain roads. She wasn't particularly pleased to have been assigned on this mission, much preferring to stay home and lead her Pack. Although her father, Governor Mikeli, was technically the oldest member, in his old age he had stepped down as Pater Familias, choosing his youngest daughter to take his place. She loved her position, and if she hadn't been ordered to take part in the diplomatic mission to the Verssenic States, she'd be at home, caring for the pups and guiding her the pack. Behind the car drove five C3 Personnel Transports, each filled with ten soldiers and three crew. As the convoy approached Fort Alpar, it slowed down, and General Milos Argente approached the vehicle.<br/><br/>""Greetings, Lady Anastasija. Everything is ready for your crossing. All guns will be pointed at the border, and everything is prepared for a quick escape if necessary.""<br/><br/>""Excellent, General. Now then, let's be off.""<br/><br/>General Milos nodded, and the convoy began it's way down the mountain to the border. At the same time, the batteries and machine guns along the mountains set their sights on the border crossing, ready to annihilate any attackers. Slowly, the convoy approached the border, the soldiers inside waiting anxiously with their hands on their rifles and sub-machine guns. In the armored car, Lady Anastasija reached down to the handgun at her side, and took a deep breath. As the car reached the border, she rolled down the window, and waited for whoever was planning to greet them."
9843,Sapiens Has Company (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322638&start=25,2014-12-07T23:20:00,Hastiaka,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://img2.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20130509093242/althistory/images/f/ff/Flag_of_Granada_(The_Kalmar_Union).svg.png""/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 130%; line-height: 116%;"">The Caliphate of Cordoba</span><br/><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;"">The Annual Madrid National Summit</span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Through a complex system of organized neighborhood passing by several grand Mosques. In the center of the city lies a great Convention center. Best of Cordoban Architecture. The streets of the city are packed with relatively Wealthy Humans and with the occasional Lupiari. Inside the Convention Center, the seats are filled with people and the Music of fine Human Culture are relatively embraced as well with the Lupiarian Culture too.</span><br/><br/>Cordoba is a safe sanctuary for Humans. It's neighbor, the Lupiarians, had influenced the Human Kingdom so great that the Lupiari race were the only other species allowed inside. Ever since the great expansions of the other sentient beings, the Cordobans were extremely eccentric. the Caliphate of Cordoba is a relatively rich place. it is under populated and is not severely hit by economic crisis. Today is the Annual National Summit. Lupiari and Human statesmen would gather and discuss the current issues that face Cordoba today.<br/><br/>The Summit began with a simple ceremony. a Lupiarian and a Human representative sing the National Anthem of Cordoba and then perform a ceremonial dance. After the dance, the statesmen would then begin talks on the summit. They discussed trade relations, improving the Border wall, Joining the Grand Alliance and economics.<br/><br/>The Border Wall is a wall bordering southern France. It separates Cordoba and the rest of the World. Currently, thousands of Human refugees have died trying to cross to the safety of Cordoba. Due to tense relations to the rest of the world, the Xenophobic society tries to join the Grand Alliance.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">''For Millennia, we have endured the test of time. We stand proudly when others fell. Our Nation is standing great. We stood since we resisted! Never should we accept the cultures of the other races! The Lupiari and the Human race must stand together! We will endure. Even if they bomb our home. Kill our children. But not even a thousand years could stop our search for freedom. Since freedom is the greatest power mankind had discovered since we first emerged!<br/>With that, we shall join a great alliance. An alliance of diverse species! these Species are considered as good. We will be protected!''</span>the Caliph declared in the Middle of the Summit. With that speech done, it followed with a thunderous cheer from the Audience.<br/><br/>Hours later, the Caliph decided to go to the Caliph's Vacation Home in Madrid. He walked towards is Stables and talked to the Stable keeper.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">''She's a wonder isn't she?''</span>the Caliph laughed. It then followed with a nod from the Stable keeper.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">''It's the best Arabia could offer. Her steeds are strong and her mind is wise. She can run for a thousand miles without hassle. For i truly affirm that this is a handiwork of god.''</span>the Caliph remarked.<br/><br/>Shortly, a Lupiarian Man arrived and talked to him.<span style=""font-style: italic"">''My Caliph, may i ask? Will you improve your relations to our Homeland?''</span><br/><br/>the Caliph smiled and nodded.<br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cordoban Border Wall, Gates of Prophet Isaiah</span><br/><br/>All was well in the Border Wall. The traffic was minimal. the Steel gates and the Concrete wall colored in white and gold were the only ones separating the Caliphate of Cordoba. the Gates of Isaiah is the only Gate the wall has. The wall is Heavily guarded. The Caliphate's National Guard is tasked to defend the wall. Currently, the Statesmen agreed to such improvements during the National Summit. Improvements are listed here:<br/><br/><ul><li> Addition of another Fence</li><li> Additional Guards</li><li> Establishment of a Warning System</li><li> Installation of Spotlights.</li></ul><br/><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""To the Grand Alliance""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://lostislamichistory.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/COA_of_Nasrid_dynasty_kingdom_of_Grenade_1013-1492.svg_.png""/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 140%; line-height: 116%;"">the Caliphate of Cordoba</span></span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><br/>To the Grand Alliance,<br/><br/>Al salaam.<br/><br/>We have agreed to join your Mighty Alliance. However, we ask you if there should be any Humans oppressed, please do send them to Cordoba. We also ask for you to establish our first trading relations. Since the Lupiarians are the only race that we traded with the last thousand years.<br/><br/>Sincerely,<br/>Caliph Nasrid Granada</span></blockquote></div></div></div>"
9844,Sapiens Has Company (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322638&start=25,2014-12-08T07:26:00,Neo-Assyrian Empire,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/DDkXk9H.png""/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Confederation of Verßenic States</span></span></div><hr/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Border between the Confederacy and the Klynewulvereich,<br/>Sudslov Province</span><br/>""There is an iron craft coming this way!"" One of the guards looked back to see most of the soldiers just standing there. ""Go and get Lord Cantor, now! Everyone else, you know what to do!"" The soldiers ran down the steps of the wall and opened the gate. They ran through the doorway almost like a river, rushing through a broken dam.<br/><br/>Once on the other side, the soldiers lined up in rows on each side of the gate. In their single-file lines, they would raise their weapons and keep them by their chests as the vehicle approached closer. Kommander Tyris, the general giving the soldier directions a couple hours before, stood under the gate, waiting for the diplomat.<hr/>Meanwhile, on the other side of the town, Lord Cantor was sitting in his home when he was alerted that the diplomat was on their way. ""Good,"" he told the messenger, ""Good indeed. Return to the wall while I rally my people and inform Tyris that I am on my way."" The messenger nodded and returned to his post.<br/><br/>The Lord gathered several of his musicians and servants and headed to the wall. He ordered for the musicians, with their trumpets in hand, to stand by the soldiers and play a fanfare once the diplomat was near. Meanwhile, he would stand next to Kommander Tyris while waiting for the foreigner.<br/><br/>Once the metal craft approached, the trumpeters began to play their tune as soldiers kneeled before the incoming diplomat, while still keeping their weapons visible. The Lord and Kommander waited for the vehicle to come to a halt before they greeted the diplomat. As they stood at attention, the Kommander leaned into Cantor. ""Sir, we must be wary while greeting the diplomat. The Klynewulven have their weapons drawn and, if we do not greet the guest cautiously, they could attack.""<br/><br/>""Nonsense, Tyris. Now stand at attention and wait for the ambassador to stop."" Once the vehicle halted, Lord Cantor walked up and knelt alongside the car. ""Good day, fair lady. You are the diplomat I have been anticipating. Well, from here you and your party should consider traveling on foot or on a steed. After all, the people of the Confederacy haven't seen this technology before, and we don't want to disturb the masses."""
9845,Sapiens Has Company (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322638&start=25,2014-12-08T10:12:00,Lingang,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Orson Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322638&amp;p=22714517#p22714517"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Lingang <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322638&amp;p=22712760#p22712760"">wrote</a>:</cite><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><div align=""center"">The Eternal Empire of Winco</div></span></span><br/><br/><div align=""center"">(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://www.alternatehistory.com/discussion/attachment.php?attachmentid=191168&amp;d=1353636924"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The United Vorogonia Realms<br/>2:12 AM<br/></span><br/><br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://s3.amazonaws.com/media.wbur.org/wordpress/1/files/2011/12/1205_PEARL_HARBOR-624x484.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/><br/> A fleet of airships left the coast of Cujaca. Around 400 aircraft in total left Rhida Base, on their way to the Vorogonian coast. Under the cover of night, they silently and swiftly flew to the largest Vorogon military base. After sending out a signal to jam the Vorogon radars, they struck. Fighter planes lit up the air runways and communication towers, firing on any target they saw. Bombers destroyed entire aircraft carriers. Dozens of other planes crashed themselves into oil rigs and ships, committing suicide for the Empire.</div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Droguun Naval Yard, Droguun (RL Los Angeles, California)</span><br/><br/>Because it was nighttime, the drydocks at the Droguun Naval Yard were silent. The soldiers and sailors stationed at the port slept peacefully in their barracks and inside the crew quarters of the ships in the port. However, with growing militarization around the world, mandatory patrols were conducted. A frigate that was doing a patrol reported to the command center (which was near the barracks) that it had spotted what appeared to be Winco aircraft and airships heading towards Droguun. However, at the command center, nothing showed up on the radar. Those manning the radar stations then discovered that the Vorgon's own ships that were in the port were not picked up by the radar, which led them to believe that their radar was being jammed. This was immediately reported to Fleetmaster Odon Dangant, who was in command of the Vorgon Pacific Fleet, and his subordinates. <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">2:12 AM</span><br/><br/>What the frigate saw during its patrols was confirmed when 400 Wincoan aircraft launched their attack on the Droguun Naval Yard. Fleetmaster Odon Dangant ordered all air raid sirens across the city of Droguun to be activated, and the mayor of Droguun quickly sent out this order. As the air raid sirens sounded, civilians in the city who were awoken by the chaos watched in horror as the naval yard was attacked. Meanwhile, all 200 ships in the port quickly prepared to retaliate. Nevertheless, ship after ship was struck by Wincoan bombs. Some fighters managed to join the fight by taking off from the runways, but many fighters and bombers were destroyed before they could even lift off. Oil rigs exploded in a huge ball of fire as enemy planes crashed into them, creating thick, billowing smoke that covered the naval yard. <br/><br/>On one of the larger aircraft carriers, and officer would run down into the crew quarters in order to wake up the sailors, as they were still sleeping.<br/><br/>""GET UP, GET UP! WE'RE BEING BOMBED!"" he yelled. The sailors, still tired, thought it was another drill....that is, until they heard the explosions outside.<br/><br/>""GET THE FUCK UP, NOW AND MAN THOSE AA GUNS!!"" the officer once again yelled. The sailors then quickly got moving.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><div align=""center"">The Eternal Empire of Winco</div></span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The United Vorogonian Realms<br/>2:12 AM<br/></span><br/><br/>The remaining fighter planes attempted to dodge the Vorogon fire. Many were shot down. The remaining planes crashed themselves in the direction of the enemy fire. The Wincan submarines in the harbor began to turn back, away from Vorogon shores. Their work was done.<br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Dakar<br/>Winco<br/>12:53 PM</span><br/><br/>WIP"
9846,Sapiens Has Company (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322638&start=25,2014-12-08T10:38:00,Kratu,"<span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The City of the Lake <br/>The Hall of the Elders</span></span><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://img1.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20091123192433/althistory/images/1/1d/Flag_of_the_North_American_Union.svg.png""/><br/><br/>Salder the Wise walked through the massive wooden hall towards the inner sanctum of the building where the Elders of all forty-two great tribes would be meeting along with Masi a man they had elected to the the position of the President of the Council of the Elders. The door to the sanctum creaked as he swung it open and walked into the room slowly as the other elders watched him. He walked to chair on the northern end of the room and sat down waiting for Masi to arrive and the meeting to start. Several thousandths later Masai walked in through the heavy door and addressed his councilors, ""Hello all, I have called you all to the Hall today in order to tackle a growing issue in the world at large, war has broken out in the Pacific between the The United Vorogonian Realms and the Empire of Winco."" Several Elders gasped as Masi went on to read some of the reports coming from the attacks and the outbreak of warfare between two countries, both being in a tangle of alliances meant war would soon engulf much of the world.<br/><br/>""So my elders, whatever shall we do in the face of this blatant attack on a nations sovereign territory by another faction?"" Masi asked worriedly.<br/><br/>The elders broke out in discussion amongst themselves seconds later rabidly arguing whether to stay neutral or side with one side or the other."
9847,Sapiens Has Company (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322638&start=25,2014-12-08T14:18:00,New Jordslag,"<blockquote><div><cite>Marsisian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322638&amp;p=22716431#p22716431"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Jordslag <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322638&amp;p=22716395#p22716395"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">New Guinea, Kakari Military Base</span><br/>Two of the three Frigates stopped in their tracks, their crews confused. The third continued onto shore. At it's Bow was the Worldwide famous author Kurakaki Nuraki, who wrote masterful Horror Novels. He had been to this country before, and understood parts of their language; Enough to know what would happen. He held out his hand for them to stop. ""Many of you probably recognize me. I am Kurakaki Nuraki, a Enjeru Author. Please stand down."" He said, in a heavily accented and hardly understandable version of the Native Language. Waiting until his ship landed, he disembarked, head held straightforward in a dignified way. ""I am an explorer from my nation, Kangae. May I talk with your leader?"" He asked, without a glint of fear in his eyes. The other two ships remained still, unsure of what was happening. Looking back at the other two ships, Kurakaki added: ""Oh, and I apologize for the surprise visit.""</div></blockquote><br/>The commander, still cautious and slightly fearful, put his hand out to the soldiers and told them to stand down. They followed his order. ""Yes. You may talk with our leader. But you're going to have to come with us back to our military base."" He sent a couple of soldiers down to the beach to escort them.</div></blockquote><br/>Kurakaki just shrugged and gave them a glare with ice-cold eyes with no compassion. Anybody staring into them would feel that winter had started. ""Just make sure no harm comes to any of my men, Commander. Or I shall deal with you personally."" Then he shrugged the soldiers off and flexed the muscles in his Wings. He took a deep breath, then flew off. Within a couple , he had arrived at the military Base, touching down at the front entrance. ""Excuse me, I was sent to talk to your leader."" Kurakaki said, his voice without compassion."
9848,Sapiens Has Company (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322638&start=25,2014-12-08T15:23:00,Arulean States,"Lovogrod, Central Region, Wulfen Confederacy<br/>The day was a grim one, with the first snows of the season predicted to be arriving soon. While outside the temperatures dropped radically, the inside of the Council Room stayed warm, as it utilized a recently developed method of heating. While none of the Wulfen present needed it, the humans in the room seemed to enjoy and relish the heat. The two present represented the Navy and Aerofleet of The Confederacy. While the majority of the navy was operated by Wulfen, The Hunting Packs of submarines could only be operated by humans, due to their cramped nature. In regards to the Aerofleet, while the vast Zepplin and Aerocarriers could be piloted by Wulfen, the fighters and bombers that they relied upon could not be piloted by anyone other than a human. That was why they were treated as equals in The Confederacy, with every right except to vote or hold public office. All of the councilmen and Heads of the Regional Militias, Armies and the Federal Army were present.<br/>Turning back to the matter at hand, Strutzkev looked down at the telegram on the table. It contained the potential to spark a world war before they were prepared. The letter depicted the attack by the Winco against the Vorgonian Realms. Debate over the matter raged fiercly back and forth across he table. The Southern Councilmen had convinced the Eastern Councilman to join them in advocating for immediate war, in support of their Winconian Allies. One northern Councilman was neutral and the other opposed. Both Western Councilmen were against an immediate war. The generals and admirals remained silent, knowing that politics were not their place.<br/>Finally, Strutzkev stood, raising his hands to try to call the room to order. ""Peace, Bretherin. We know what war could mean for us. We suffer no penalty for delaying the war. Let us bring this to a vote""<br/>Around the table, Wulfen Councilmen voted.<br/>Both Southern Councilmen and the Eastern Councilman voted ""Aye""<br/>Both Western and one Northern Councilman voted ""Nay""<br/>The vote came down to the final Councilman. ""In the name of the health of the Confederacy, I Vote ""Nay""""<br/>At this, one of the Southern Councilman, Otto Brelsky, rose, ""Unfortunatly, it has come to this."" He raised a small speaker to his mouth. ""Proceed to phase Three. Sieze the Councilhome,and make sure that we secure the city barracks.""<br/>Within minutes, guards bearing the emblem of the Confederate Guard stormed into the room. They filed in and lined the walls. ""Sieze the Grand Packmaster, and the other Councilmen. They shall await their trials for treason in jail."" The guars did not move from their places on the wall. For the first time since they entered, Brelsky seemed to notice that they wore the sigil of the Confederate Guard on their sleeves, and not that of a Regional Army.<br/>""Unfortunatly, Councilman Brelsky, that shall not be happening. You see, I haven't become and stayed Grand Packmaster of The Wulfen Confederacy by being a fool. I recieved word of your betrayal from an inside source. I'd say to pick your next allies carefully, but you won't have a chance for next allies. Guards, take him into the drillyard. Summon the Guard and have them assemble there. We will be there momentarily to witness his execution.""<br/>Two guards stepped forward and siezed Councilman Brelsky by the scruff of his neck and his cloak. They dragged him thrashing and yelling into the yard below, where they tore the cloak from his shoulders.<br/>""Bretherin, I would like to propose a new vote. The transition of the Wulfen Confederacy to the Wulfen Empire. I would, of course be emperor, and you all would continue to run your Regions as they always have been. There would essentially be no changes, except militarily. Vote, Bretherin""<br/>None voted ""Nay""<br/>________________________________________________________________________________<br/>15 Minutes Later<br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""https://encrypted-tbn2.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcSXFqHz6Azbet4oISgB7NDwUyhmjuY3KP4OL5rHKvhRHQJK8KmNspds3A""/><br/>""Wulfen of the Confederate Guard!!! Standing before you is a creature guilty of the highest treason known to the Wulfen Race. He attempted to overthrow this government and waste your lives in a war fought too early. As a result of his crimes, the Council has sentenced him to execution. As he was caught in the act and has admitted to attempted betrayal, he is allowd no defense. Guards, proceed with the execution!!!""<br/>The guards dragged a still thrashing Brelsky to a makeshift chopping block in the center of the yard. His arms were shackled, and his neck collared in place. There was no escaping his fate. An executioner in the black uniform of a Confederate Guardsman stepped forward. Behind him, a priest chanted the prayers that would inform the Packmaster of the Sky of Brelsky's crimes. The executioner held a Government issued rifle with the Axe-Bayonette attatched to its underside. He raised it when the priest finished his prayer, and swung it down in one swift stroke. Brelsky's head rolled forward and stopped just before Strutzkev, who picked it up and looked into the dead eyes of the traitor.<br/>""Mount his head on a stake and display it outside the Palace."", he said. Turning to the soldiers, he said, ""Soldiers of the Confederate Guards. As I speak to you now, the Council has just voted the creation of the Wulfen Empire. All members of the Confederate Guards are henceforth Imperial Guards. In addition, all regional armies of the north shall combine to form the first Imperial Army. The same shall be so for the Western and southern Regions, as the Second and Third Imperial Armies. In addition, the eastern region shall combine with the federal army to form the Army of Wulfen.""<br/>Tha applause from the Imperial Guards, his most loyal of followers, was astounding. Word quickly spread into the city and soon, hundreds of Wulfen crowded to the Imperial Palace (formerly the Councilhall) to cheer the creation of the Empire. Contented, Strutzkev began work on the Empires future."
9849,Sapiens Has Company (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322638&start=25,2014-12-08T15:52:00,Lunas Legion,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.panel555.com/images/flag_black_sun_.gif""/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Empire of Flaming Sands</span></div><br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Palace of Time, The Eternal City</span><span style=""font-size: 85%; line-height: 116%;"">(RL Baghdad)</span><br/><br/>Hyrion flicked her hand in a loose mix of tiredness and annoyance, condemning some random prisoner the Border Watch had caught trying to sneak over their borders in the Lesser Basin<br/><span style=""font-size: 85%; line-height: 116%;"">(RL Xinjiang/Tarim Basin)</span>to death by river; they would chain the prisoner, then throw him off a bridge into the river that ran through the Eternal City. If he didn't drown, he'd starve or be consumed by the deserts. It mattered not to her.<br/><br/>""Empress."" A servant walked into the hall, bowing his head. ""Lord-Informant Xin wishes to inform you that the Wulfen Confederacy, one of our northern neighbours, has suffered a coup turning it into the Wulfen Empire. He recommends that you shift the 1st Eternal Guard Armoured Division to our northern borders.""<br/><br/>""Inform Xin and the Lord-Marshal that the 2nd Eternal Guard Division and the 3rd Eternal Guard Armoured Division are to augment assets in that general area, and that all assets north of the Northern Wall<span style=""font-size: 85%; line-height: 116%;"">(RL Causcaus)</span>are to mobilise.""<br/><br/>""Xin also reports of invasions in the Far East<span style=""font-size: 85%; line-height: 116%;"">(RL Americas)</span>and that two fairly new alliances may soon clash in a war across the globe.""<br/><br/>""That is none of our concern. Anything more?""<br/><br/>""Lord-Outsider Quie wishes to report that our neighbours across the Channel<span style=""font-size: 85%; line-height: 116%;"">(RL Bosphorus)</span>have requested permission to open diplomatic relations and establish an embassy.""<br/><br/>""Have Quie inform them that they have permission to establish an embassy in the City of Outer Heaven<span style=""font-size: 85%; line-height: 116%;"">(RL Istanbul)</span>from where they may conduct their affairs, but no further.""<br/><br/>""That is all, Empress."" The servant bowed again.<br/><br/>""Relay my commands."" Hyrion snorted as the servant walked off into the palace.<br/><hr/><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value="" To the Lupiar Republic""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To the Concilium Magnum,<br/><br/>The Empress has seen fit to grant your delegation permission to establish an embassy in the City of Outer Heaven from which diplomatic affairs may be conducted. Any further diplomacy must be conducted with myself first before the Empress may do as she sees fit with any requests.<br/><br/>Lord-Outsider Quie</blockquote></div></div></div>"
9850,Sapiens Has Company (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322638&start=25,2014-12-08T16:35:00,Arana,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.nationstates.net/images/flags/uploads/alexi-__655030.png""/></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lupiar-Verssenic Border, Near Alpar (OTL Trieste), Lupiar Republic<br/>Lady Anastasija Arria, Ambassador of the Lupiar Republic, Mater Familias of the Arria Pack</span><br/><br/>Lady Anastasija looked out the window and gulped. The Verssen was kneeling, and yet his head was at her level. Tensing his grip on her firearm in fear, she tried not to show her feelings. The only thing she allowed herself to show was annoyance at the idea of walking all that distance to the capital. Putting on a relatively friendly face, she smiled up at the Verssen.<br/><br/>""I certainly wouldn't want to disrespect you or your people, my lord, however my warriors and I have not brought provisions for such a lengthy trip by foot. Would it not be possible for our convoy to proceed as it is? We will do our best to avoid disturbing your people.""<br/><hr/><br/><div align=""center""><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""To the Empire of Flaming Sands""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Thank you, Lord-Outsider Quie. The delegation will arrive shortly.</div></div></div><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""To the Caliphate of Cordoba""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Welcome, ally. We will do as you request. Please send a delegation, preferably Lupiari, to our nation to negotiate trade with the Republic.</div></div></div></div>"
9851,Sapiens Has Company (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322638&start=25,2014-12-08T16:42:00,Marsisian,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Jordslag <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322638&amp;p=22726962#p22726962"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Marsisian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322638&amp;p=22716431#p22716431"">wrote</a>:</cite>The commander, still cautious and slightly fearful, put his hand out to the soldiers and told them to stand down. They followed his order. ""Yes. You may talk with our leader. But you're going to have to come with us back to our military base."" He sent a couple of soldiers down to the beach to escort them.</div></blockquote><br/>Kurakaki just shrugged and gave them a glare with ice-cold eyes with no compassion. Anybody staring into them would feel that winter had started. ""Just make sure no harm comes to any of my men, Commander. Or I shall deal with you personally."" Then he shrugged the soldiers off and flexed the muscles in his Wings. He took a deep breath, then flew off. Within a couple , he had arrived at the military Base, touching down at the front entrance. ""Excuse me, I was sent to talk to your leader."" Kurakaki said, his voice without compassion.</div></blockquote><br/>The commander's eyes, just then, started to glow with fury. He clenched his fists but the Lieutenant next to him tried to calm him down. ""Sir, you do that and we're all dead here."" ""Excuse me for responding to a potential death threat,<span style=""font-style: italic"">Lieutenant.""</span>""Just... be calm, sir. We don't want an international incident here."" ""Let's just go back to the base."" ""You're lucky, outsider! If you keep this behavior up to our generous soldiers, expect your ""men"" to have holes full of lead in them!"" ""Commander!"" ""It had to be done.""<br/><br/>The President, just arriving at the base, arrived in a jeep with a couple of members from the Council. ""Greetings. I am President Edwards of the Commonwealth. Your name is...?"""
9852,Sapiens Has Company (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322638&start=25,2014-12-08T17:17:00,Lunas Legion,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.panel555.com/images/flag_black_sun_.gif""/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Empire of Flaming Sands</span></div><br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Border Post Ictheon, Imperial-Lupiar</span><br/><br/>""Did the Lord-Outsider send any information on when the Lupas would arrive?"" Centurion Valx growled as he rested his autocannon atop the fort's parapet.<br/><br/>""No, Centurion."" His Opito spoke up. ""Just to expect a delegation, and that we're to escort to the City of Outer Heaven's Foreign Quarter where they have been assigned an embassy.""<br/><br/>""Very well."" Valx growled back. ""You hear about that war in the Far East?""<br/><br/>The Opito snorted. ""Nothing major. Bunch of primitives fighting another bunch of primitives over some barbarian thing, probably.""<br/><br/>Valx nodded in agreement. ""Probably."" He glanced over the parapet, looking over into foreign territory. ""Now we just wait."""
9853,Sapiens Has Company (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322638&start=25,2014-12-08T18:09:00,The Orson Empire,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://fc06.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2011/013/e/0/jedi_flag_by_fenn_o_manic-d372vwj.png""/></div><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">The United Vorgonian Realms</span></span></div><br/><br/>The attack on the Droguun Naval Yard was significant. Large sections of the naval yard was in ruins, while the dead bodies of thousands of Vorgon and humans littered the area. Flames from the explosions that had occurred were still raging, and the fire had spread out into the city of Droguun itself, burning down several buildings in the process. Droguun's fire department was still in the process of containing the fire. Meanwhile, the medical personnel who were stationed at the naval yard were overwhelmed. While there were many people who were dead, many more were severely wounded. Assistance arrived from the city, but by then, it was too late. Many of the wounded had perished as well.<br/><br/>The nation, and the world at large, were in shock.<br/><br/>Vorgon and humans alike could not believe that the Wincoans had attacked. The news had spread like wildfire across the nation and the world, so everyone knew what had happened. The public now knew that dark days were ahead, as this attack had provided the spark needed for a war between the League of Solidarity and the Grand Alliance.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Vorg Prime, Vorg Administrative Zone (RL Las Vegas, Nevada)</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Theme Music:</span><a class=""postlink"" href=""https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0P_lLEmhKLA"" rel=""nofollow"">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0P_lLEmhKLA</a><br/><br/>Meanwhile, in Vorg Prime (the capital), Grand Overseer Pol Tu'Dza had wrote up a short address which he would present live to the nation in the wake of the attack. Inside the Chamber of Overseers, where it would be presented, all of the Overseers across the country were present, and the discussion in the chamber was the same throughout- what the UVR's response to this attack would be. Then, as the Grand Overseer stepped up to the podium, the cameramen took their positions while everyone in the room quieted down. Across the nation, tens of millions of people tuned in on their radios and televisions in order to hear and/or see the speech.<br/><br/>""As you all know,"" Tu'Dza began, speaking loud and clearly into the microphones, ""yesterday, at the Droguun Naval Yard, located in the city of Droguun and the realm of Xion, beginning at 2:12 in the morning....the United Vorgonian Realms was suddenly attacked by the naval and air forces of the Eternal Empire of Winco.""<br/><br/>""Before this incident, there had previously been no major tensions between our two nations, so their current motive is unknown. Nevertheless, we do know this: the attack was coordinated and well-planned, and must have been rehearsed long in advance.""<br/><br/>""The result of the attack was the destruction of at least 30 warships, including 5 aircraft carriers, while dozens more were severely damaged. Severe damage has been done to the naval yard itself, including the military base in the same location. The airfields were bombed, resulting in the destruction of many aircraft while they were still on the ground. Some of their pilots even committed suicide by crashing their planes into the oil tanks and numerous ships, resulting in large explosions that created several fires. The Vorgon Pacific Fleet has been forced to disperse to other locations due to the damage. An estimated 20,000 Vorgon and humans were killed or wounded during the attack.""<br/><br/>""This attack on our soil cannot be tolerated, and we cannot let the Wincoans get away with it. We must fight back and seek our revenge for the thousands of people these barbarians mercilessly slaughtered!""<br/><br/>There were applause and cheers in the crowd.<br/><br/>""To the civilians that are listening to this speech, our nation is in dire need of your support. Our nation must prepare for a great conflict that is likely to engulf the rest of the planet due to the web of world alliances, and we cannot succeed without the home front. To the Overseers in the audience, I shall now ask of you what you have been expecting: a declaration of war.""<br/><br/>""This shall be our finest hour! The Wincoans will forever rue the day they tangoed with us. We shall prevail!!"" And with that, Tu'Dza left the podium. Everyone in the crowd cheered and applauded.<br/><br/>Within just one hour after Tu'Dza's speech ended, the Overseers voted unanimously to declare war on the Eternal Empire of Winco. The war had now begun."
9854,Sapiens Has Company (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322638&start=25,2014-12-08T18:23:00,In Gentem Et De Libris Scientiam,reserve post.
9855,Sapiens Has Company (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322638&start=25,2014-12-08T19:50:00,Neo-Assyrian Empire,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/DDkXk9H.png""/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Confederation of Verßenic States</span></span></div><hr/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Border between the Confederacy and the Klynewulvereich,<br/>Sudslov Province</span><br/>Lord Cantor nodded. ""Very well. Proceed into the village and follow this road from there. You should arrive in Noliz by the end of the day."" After this, the diplomat went on her way into the country. While this was happening, Kommander Tryis continued to look in the mountains. He didn't like that the Lupiar were still aiming at the gate. ""Back to your positions, men,"" he barked. Once all of the soldiers were behind the wall, the rusted gate slammed shut once more.<hr/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Council of Noliz, Noliz<br/>The Next Day</span><br/>As the diplomat arrived in the capitol, citizens began to line along the streets. They had never seen a car before and, due to its size in relation to the Verssen, some believed it to be a toy of sorts. But, the attention soon ended when the vehicle parked infront of the Council of Noliz. The Lupiar ambassador was warmly welcomed by the council. Holzves Rikart was the first to welcome her. ""Greetings, fair Lady Arria, and welcome to the Chamber of Noliz. I hope that your... travels through the nation were enjoyable. Now, do you have any specific topics to bring forth to the Council before we begin our discussion?"""
9856,Sapiens Has Company (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322638&start=25,2014-12-08T20:57:00,Lingang,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><div align=""center"">The Eternal Empire of Winco</div></span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Dakar</span><br/><br/>The night was humid and cloudy, as lights from the city center illuminated the sky. Near the Grand Palace, in the city center, a large crowd cheered in front of a podium. Spotlights danced around the sky, as the audience cheered and hooted. Flags adorned the pillars of the palace, as the members of government approached the stage. The cheering got louder, as the Emperor walked up to the microphone.<br/><br/>""People of our Empire. You know that we will do anything to get what we desire. As a people, we are strong. When we see our goal, we strive for it. And when we see roadblocks....we remove them. The Vorogons are holding us back from establishing true control of the oceans and the skies. Their military is great and their pride runs high. And worse, they have allied themselves with the worst of nations. This will not be tolerated. Tonight, we declare war on the United Vorgonian Realms, and hope our allies stand with us! We will trample the Vorogons, we will raze their fields and turn their cities to rubble! The Empire will make living space for the Amico in the fertile lands of their nation.<br/><br/>We will make it known around the world, that the Grand Alliance is not a force to be trifled with! We will make it known, that the Eternal Empire of Winco will not kneel to the wills of others! Let our empire expand to all the Western Hemisphere! Let us wave our flags valiantly! For the Eternal Empire will wage war against the tyrants in the League of Solidarity! And, no matter how hard we are bombed. No matter how many of us they take. We will come out of this war victorious!""<br/><br/>The crowd was practically roaring now. Cameras across the nation panned in on the Emperor, broadcasting the message across the nation. And soon, around the world.<br/><br/>""They have declared war on us now. They intend to fight us. But they cannot hold back the expansion of our empire! Revolutionize the nation! Double the amount of ships and planes produced- nay, triple it! By the time this decade is out, this nations will be the most advance in the modern world! To war! To war!""<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Fort Yalda<br/>Durango (RL Cuba)<br/>Winco Empire</span><br/><br/>Dawn was approaching. As the Empire of Winco prepared to sleep with the day, the military however would remain awake. And at this particular base, a large force was gathering. Battleships and aircraft carriers gathered in the harbor. Naval vessels of all kinds were shipped to the fort. Military aircraft amassed, as soldiers from across the empire were flown in. They were preparing for an invasion, and it would come soon. It would be the largest invasion ever seen in the West..."
9857,Sapiens Has Company (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322638&start=25,2014-12-08T21:10:00,Arana,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Council of Noliz, Noliz, Verssenic States<br/>Lady Anastasija Arria, Ambassador of the Lupiar Republic, Mater Familias of the Arria Pack</span><br/><br/>Lady Anastasija stepped out of her car, a guard closely behind her. Bowing politely to the Verssen, she responded.<br/><br/>""Thank you, my lord. I have no desire to waste your time, so let me just make it clear what I'd like to discuss with you. For starters, a non-aggression pact between our nations, exchange of technology and goods, permission for Lupiari to immigrate to your nation, and finally, the entrance of the Verssenic States into the Grand Alliance. Now, I understand that all these terms may seem a bit much, but they seem reasonable for a start. Don't you agree?"""
9858,Sapiens Has Company (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322638&start=25,2014-12-08T21:32:00,Neo-Assyrian Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Arana <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322638&amp;p=22732659#p22732659"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Council of Noliz, Noliz, Verssenic States<br/>Lady Anastasija Arria, Ambassador of the Lupiar Republic, Mater Familias of the Arria Pack</span><br/><br/>Lady Anastasija stepped out of her car, a guard closely behind her. Bowing politely to the Verssen, she responded.<br/><br/>""Thank you, my lord. I have no desire to waste your time, so let me just make it clear what I'd like to discuss with you. For starters, a non-aggression pact between our nations, exchange of technology and goods, permission for Lupiari to immigrate to your nation, and finally, the entrance of the Verssenic States into the Grand Alliance. Now, I understand that all these terms may seem a bit much, but they seem reasonable for a start. Don't you agree?""</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Council of Noliz</span><br/>""Well, I am sure that the Council could agree to a nonaggression pact and the trade of knowledge and goods, but we shall have to discuss the final two.""<br/><br/>Holzves Edgyr slammed his hand on the table. ""We cannot allow for these little wolves to immigrate into our lands. We have lived with our own cultures and customs for nearly a millennia. But letting these little creatures- no offense intended, Lady Arria -flood into our nation, spreading their culture and speaking in their tongue. They shall pollute our fair nation and could potentially disrupt the peace in the Confederacy.""<br/><br/>""Well then, we shall take a vote. I say nay. You, Edgyr?""<br/><br/>""I vote nay""<br/><br/>After a short vote, the Council voted against allowing immigrants from the Lupiar 7 to 1. Rikart then continued.<br/><br/>""Now, fair lady, we are already aligned with the Apefolk of the North. Please, enlighten the Council as to why we should abandon our first allies and join your people"""
9859,Sapiens Has Company (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322638&start=25,2014-12-08T23:00:00,Reatra,"The first prototype, codenamed<span style=""font-style: italic"">Tenmis</span>, began it's launch sequence. It's liquid fueled motor was also new, just out of the laboratory in Asignon. Liquid fuel has been used in engines for decades now, and had been used in earlier, smaller, models of primitive brothers of the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Tenmis</span>, but this motor was said to have three times to the power of previous models. It ran on a mix of 75% ethanol, and 25% water, and was quite expensive to create. This is why hundreds of physicists and engineers from around the nation had convened, on order of the Impirren, to discuss ideas, and ways to make this “dream” a reality. This was the first full-sized test, and the previous, smaller, ones gave no reason to believe that there would be a problem… which is why the whole team was shocked when the rocket broke apart after reaching a height of 3.6 kilometers.<br/><br/>Luckily it wasn’t all bad, due to the height of the failure, and the fact that the payload (which was actually explosive in this test, since the designers thought that a live test was the only way to see if the design worked) completely separated from the body making sure that the rest of the craft was able to be salvaged, the team was able to review the malfunctions. It turned out that the bots that held the head to the craft were loose, and the head too heavy (the steel used was too thick), but other than that, the design<span style=""font-style: italic"">should</span>work. So they tweaked it a bit and got ready for another test.<br/><br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><br/>“The Vorgons have been attacked, by our new “ally”, Winco, My Impirren. And due to our membership in the Grand Alliance, we are obligated to support them.” Danoline, RyRy’s Eren, who controlled the military's affairs. RyRy sat, wide-eyed.<br/>“N… No… Nickoli Damn them all!<span style=""font-style: italic"">We were not ready!</span>” RyRy said, pounding his clawed fist on the table. “...How was this attack carried out, Danoline, details, please.” He requested. Danoline then told RyRy everything that had came through about the attacks. The surprise bombing, the fuel reserves that were destroyed, and fact that dozens of ships were disables and damaged, and at the end RyRy stood still again.<br/>“... Winco… has smart admirals… that is for sure… How goes our naval expansion? It seems we have a new kind of war on our hands.”"
9860,Sapiens Has Company (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322638&start=25,2014-12-09T03:47:00,Hastiaka,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://img2.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20130509093242/althistory/images/f/ff/Flag_of_Granada_(The_Kalmar_Union).svg.png""/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 130%; line-height: 116%;"">The Caliphate of Cordoba</span><br/><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;"">Festival de Cordoba</span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">In the Center of the Capitol, Thousands of Corbodans dance to Traditional Music. Passing by several Palaces and Military installations lies the Tower of Arat. One of the tallest towers in the world. This tower is used as a tele communications center. The heart of both Civilian and Military comms. Meanwhile, an Influx of Lupiarians are seen. Thousands of them are literally in the Streets. Flags of Cordoba flies and dances with the wind. The streets are filled with packs of Humans. It seems that Cordoba is carefree.</span><br/><br/>In the Palace, the Caliph stands infront of several Lupiarian Priests. The Caliph is forced to respect the Lupiarian Culture and Religion. In fact, the Constitution of the Cordoban Caliphate states that no Caliph must sever ties with the Lupiarians. Further inside his Suite, He was seen talking with the High-ranking officers of the Caliphate Armed Forces. Currently, the Cordoba had secretly sent several Warships to Brazil a few months back. The Cordoban Airforce had successfully landed there too. Furthermore, the Cordoban Government had already installed the new Upgrades in the Walls. Thousands of young Cordobans both Human and Lupiarian had lined in the Ranks.<br/><br/>In order to save Humanity as a Race, the Caliph had ordered to begin Colonization in Brazil and in South America. Will Humanity be the dominant species again? or shall the Cordobans fail at their quest.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lupiarian-Cordoban Border</span><br/><br/>A convoy of High ranking Lupiarian from Cordoba which are also followers of the Lupiarian Faith crosses the border and heads to the Lupiarian Seat of Government."
9861,Sapiens Has Company (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322638&start=25,2014-12-09T06:29:00,Arana,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Council of Noliz, Noliz, Verssenic States<br/>Lady Anastasija Arria, Ambassador of the Lupiar Republic, Mater Familias of the Arria Pack</span><br/><br/>After hearing the question addressed to her, Lady Anastasija simply grinned. Then, making sure her hands were in sight so as to avoid appearing hostile, she howled, signalling a warrior outside. Moments later, the warrior entered, carrying a large crate, which he set down in front of Lady Anastasija. Saluting, he left, and she opened the crate.<br/><br/>""My lord, you ask why you should ally with our Republic over the northern Apefolk. I believe the contents of this crate should answer sufficiently.""<br/><br/>The first thing she pulled out was a mirror. Handing it to the nearest Verssen, she began speaking.<br/><br/>""This, as I am sure you are all aware, is a mirror. Please, each of you take a moment to look into it. What do you see? Fur, teeth, and claws. A natural born hunter and warrior. Now, look around you, at the sentient species of this world. In your Apefolk alliance, what do you have? The Apefolk themselves, the Plantfolk of the Far East, the green humans of the Americas, and others. But look at our Grand Alliance. Here, you have your cousins, the Wulfen and Lupiari. Although we are smaller, we are all children of the first wolves, and have more in common with each other than with any other nation on this world.""<br/><br/>Next, Anastasija pulled out a map of the Verssenic States, and placed it in front of everyone.<br/><br/>""This is a map of your nation, one of the most accurate the Republic has available. If you notice, your nation is surrounded on all sides: to the north lies the nation of the Apefolk; to the south lie the waters of the Adriatic; and to the east and west lie the great Lupiar Republic. Now, which of these can the Apefolk protect? Only your northern border, made up of plains that a modern army could easily roll across. In the event of an invasion, they'd be powerless. Their navy, if they even have one, has no power in the Adriatic, and as such your southern border is unsafe as well. In the Grand Alliance, however, you'd have our forces dug into the mountains on either side of your nation, preventing any attack, as well as naval protection from an attack by ship.""<br/><br/>Lastly, Anastasija pulled out one of the most deadly weapons in the arsenal of the Republic: the Mitragliatore Fenra Modello 1930. Carefully, she put the gun, safety on, on the table in front of her.<br/><br/>""Lastly, my lords, this is a machine gun. Thousands, even tens of thousands line the borders of the Republic, and tens of thousands more are being stored at military bases. This technology, of course, is something that can be shared... something to bring the Verssenic States to the forefront of military technology.""<br/><br/>Grinning, Lady Anastasija sat down.<br/><br/>""Need I say more?"""
9862,Sapiens Has Company (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322638&start=25,2014-12-09T07:24:00,Neo-Assyrian Empire,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Council of Noliz</span><br/>Rikart and Edgyr listened carefully to the ambassador's words. After she was done, it was hard for either of them to say no. ""You bring up legitimate points,"" said Rikart, ""But it would be dishonorable to reject the Guild of Solidarity. After all, they were the first ones to accept us""<br/><br/>Edgyr was a little less hesitant when it came to deciding. ""Well, I'm sure that we could switch sides. After all, territory in the north is far more appealing than in the Far East. Besides, the Apefolk have only spoken of their technology, they have never shown us it. But the Grand Alliance, they are showing us technology that we can have as soon as we join! And above all else, all of our Wolfkin are in the Grand Alliance. Staying with the Guild of Solidarity would be like betraying family.""<br/><br/>""Alright, we shall take a vote... I vote against having the Confederacy enter the Grand Alliance.""<br/><br/>""I vote yay""<br/><br/>As the councilmen casted their vote, Rikart worried what the outcome of the vote would mean for the nation. On the one hand, why would the Confederacy support some of the tyrants in the Grand Alliance? But on the other hand, the League of Solidarity could not protect the Confederation from an invasion. All they could do is hope for the best.<br/><br/>The final councilman cast their vote. ""I vote in favor""<br/><br/>Rikart cleared his throat. He spoke in a low, serious tone. ""The votes to join the Grand Alliance and leave the League of Solidarity... Out number those who vote against it, with 5 votes in favor and 3 votes against. As of now, the Confederation of Verßenic States is no longer a member of the League of Solidarity, but is now a member of the Grand Alliance."" Rokart returned his attention to the diplomat. ""Now, is there any more topics that you wish to bring up?"""
9863,Sapiens Has Company (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322638&start=25,2014-12-09T17:54:00,The Orson Empire,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://fc06.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2011/013/e/0/jedi_flag_by_fenn_o_manic-d372vwj.png""/></div><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">The United Vorgonian Realms</span></span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Vorg Prime, Vorg Administrative Zone (RL Las Vegas, Nevada)</span><br/><br/>All of the UVR was now preparing for a great conflict, seeing as the Eternal Empire of Winco had now declared war on the UVR. The Vorgon and humans alike knew how many members had recently left the League of Solidarity and joined the Grand Alliance, and it seemed like a grim situation for the League's remaining members. Nevertheless, the Vorgon were going to fight to the death if they had too in order to defend their homeland from enemy attacks.<br/><br/>Grand Overseer Tu'Dza had recently signed and approved the Pikkard Military Expansion Act (which was named after Edmond Pikkard, and Overseer who had been a driving force behind the bill), which provided a guideline for the buildup of the Vorgonian Military. The Act would institute mandatory conscription, which would increase the military from its present size of 5,000,000 personnel to a size of 13,000,000 personnel (10% of the population). All men and women, Vorgon or human, who had no disabilities would be eligible for the draft. The Act then allowed for the size of the military to be increased even more if necessary, and it allowed for the creation of civilian militias in order to defend the homeland. The Navy would also be expanded drastically to a target of at least 2,000 ships, but even more would likely be built.<br/><br/>Tu'Dza then signed another act called the Military Research Act, which would allow for the scientific development of new weapons that could be used in the war to occur. It also created a new branch of the military called the Department of Military Research and Development, and its headquarters would be at an excluded location somewhere in the UVR. This location would also be used to perform experiments.<br/><br/>The government then began working with various corporations in order to sign contracts that would allow these corporations to begin developing massive amounts of weaponry and vehicles for the war effort. The government even planned to begin developing propaganda, which would be used to convince civilians to contribute to the war effort. They planned to make heavy use of the television (a recent invention) in order to broadcast their propaganda.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, all across the various coastlines of the UVR, new defenses were being created in order to defend against air raids and enemy invasions, while nearly all major cities on the coastlines had begun mandatory blackouts at night in order to protect against air raids.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>Meanwhile, near the Wincoan territory of Durango (RL Cuba), the military had been attempting to use spy planes in order to take pictures of the massive fleet that was building up there, while patrol frigates took video footage of the assembly from a long distance away. The military knew this could only mean one thing- the Wincoans were preparing to invade somewhere in the south. The military had begun planning an air and naval raid on this enemy fleet in order to quickly incapacitate it. They would use a similar strategy to the one the Wincoans used when they attacked the Droguun Naval Yard."
9864,Sapiens Has Company (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322638&start=50,2014-12-09T18:49:00,In Gentem Et De Libris Scientiam,"<div align=""middle""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://img3.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20130525235307/villains/images/1/15/The_Elder_Sign.png""/></div><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Holy Elder One Republic</span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Capital: R'yleh (RL Lagos, Nigeria)</span><br/><br/>R'yleh is the biggest of the cities of the Holy Elder One Republic. It has a whole fifth of the population in it. It is a amazing city full of spires and many different shapes. That is only the aboveground part of it though, and while the aboveground is big, the below ground bit is massive. Mostly it is deep underground where they mine for minerals and then fill in the area with water to make the living lakes. Many of the population is highly religious, and so you will hear the sound of the prayer wail twice a day. Many live in the sea, on the floor but they were expatriates of their country but were many.<br/><br/>Many of the species live in the water, but are able to move around in air, and on land. They are very good at land, sea, and air movement. They are not as fast as some ships though.<br/><br/><br/>The high council of R'yleh (size 21) is meeting in the meeting room on the bottom of the abyss of Nodens, one of the greatest frets of the Elder ones race. It reach down to a point that they have to have a heavier and more heat resistent liquid to us so there is not convection.<br/>When Elder Ones meet to talk, they use their minds so others can't hear. They linked up and then went into a discussion of what to do in relation to foreign relations, and the power the HEOR will have.<br/><br/>""We should Join the GA.They have a higher number of nations, and would probably help us take over the other part of this continent. I put this to a vote."" Said Zaos the seventh of Bol.<br/>They did and it passed by 15 in favor-6 not."
9865,Sapiens Has Company (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322638&start=50,2014-12-09T18:51:00,Marsisian,"<blockquote><div><cite>In Gentem Et De Libris Scientiam <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322638&amp;p=22742712#p22742712"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""middle"">(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://img3.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20130525235307/villains/images/1/15/The_Elder_Sign.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Holy Elder One Republic</span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Capital: R'yleh (RL Lagos, nigeria)</span><br/><br/><br/><br/><br/><br/>The high council of R'yleh</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: Add more."
9866,Sapiens Has Company (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322638&start=50,2014-12-09T19:17:00,Lingang,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><div align=""center"">The Eternal Empire of Winco</div></span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Gulf of Mexico (Near RL Louisiana)<br/>7:15 PM<br/>Winco</span><br/><br/>A fleet of planes approached a Vorogon city on the coastline, having taken off from a secret location in Padarland (RL Mexico). The sunset created a pink glow in the atmosphere, making the buildings appear to be coated in a pink outlining. The Wincans knew the Vorogons would soon start turning their lights off at night. So, perhaps by striking at random times, the Vorogons would never catch hold of Wincan strategy.<br/><br/>The planes approached closer, fighters and bombers alike. They had plans to raze this city to the ground.<br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Dakar</span><br/><br/>The sun was finally beginning to set, heralding in the new Wincan day. However, the usual proceedings in the capital city was interrupted, as a small crowd gathered in the Royal Square. They held up signs with crosses on them, chanting ""Peace! Peace!"". The police were ordered to only watch them. The Emperor himself glanced from his palace window onto the street. Pedestrians glanced at the protesters with odd and troubled looks, as the police looked on. The Emperor knew that not everyone would agree with this new military campaign of his. And he started to worry that his new allies didn't either. So he made plans to host a Grand Alliance summit, one that would solidify cooperation and unity within the new alliance.<br/><br/>In the meantime, the government prepared to welcome the ambassadors from the Lupiar Republic.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value="" to the Impirrenship of Rylonia""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><div align=""center"">The Head of the Eternal Wincan Empire</div></span></span><br/><br/>Greetings, fine ally. I will be sending this telegram to all other members of the GA.<br/><br/>We all know that you have heard of our attack on the Vorogons. We hope it is not of inconvenience to your nation or your plans. We only wish to bolster the reputation of the GA and the strength of its members. That is why I personally request that the participating members of our Grand Alliance meet together to hold a summit. It will be a time to celebrate each others nations and cultures, to promote unity between member states and further plan for the war which will surely consume the world. I suggest we choose a host city in which to host such a summit.<br/><br/>Hope to hear back from your government,<br/>His Greatness, Eternal Sovereign of all Amico, Emperor Karthod</blockquote></div></div></div><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value="" to The Weimar Commonwealth""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><div align=""center"">The Head of the Eternal Wincan Empire</div></span></span><br/><br/>Greetings, fine ally. I will be sending this telegram to all other members of the GA.<br/><br/>We all know that you have heard of our attack on the Vorogons. We hope it is not of inconvenience to your nation or your plans. We only wish to bolster the reputation of the GA and the strength of its members. That is why I personally request that the participating members of our Grand Alliance meet together to hold a summit. It will be a time to celebrate each others nations and cultures, to promote unity between member states and further plan for the war which will surely consume the world. I suggest we choose a host city in which to host such a summit.<br/><br/>Hope to hear back from your government,<br/>His Greatness, Eternal Sovereign of all Amico, Emperor Karthod</blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value="" to The Confederation of Verssenic States""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><div align=""center"">The Head of the Eternal Wincan Empire</div></span></span><br/><br/>Greetings, fine ally. I will be sending this telegram to all other members of the GA.<br/><br/>We all know that you have heard of our attack on the Vorogons. We hope it is not of inconvenience to your nation or your plans. We only wish to bolster the reputation of the GA and the strength of its members. That is why I personally request that the participating members of our Grand Alliance meet together to hold a summit. It will be a time to celebrate each others nations and cultures, to promote unity between member states and further plan for the war which will surely consume the world. I suggest we choose a host city in which to host such a summit.<br/><br/>In the meantime, the government was preparing to welcome the ambassadors from the Lupiar Republic.<br/><br/>Hope to hear back from your government,<br/>His Greatness, Eternal Sovereign of all Amico, Emperor Karthod</blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value="" to the Lupiar Republic""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><div align=""center"">The Head of the Eternal Wincan Empire</div></span></span><br/><br/>Greetings, fine ally. I will be sending this telegram to all other members of the GA.<br/><br/>We all know that you have heard of our attack on the Vorogons. We hope it is not of inconvenience to your nation or your plans. We only wish to bolster the reputation of the GA and the strength of its members. That is why I personally request that the participating members of our Grand Alliance meet together to hold a summit. It will be a time to celebrate each others nations and cultures, to promote unity between member states and further plan for the war which will surely consume the world. I suggest we choose a host city in which to host such a summit.<br/><br/>Hope to hear back from your government,<br/>His Greatness, Eternal Sovereign of all Amico, Emperor Karthod</blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value="" to The Caliphate of Cordoba""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><div align=""center"">The Head of the Eternal Wincan Empire</div></span></span><br/><br/>Greetings, fine ally. I will be sending this telegram to all other members of the GA.<br/><br/>We all know that you have heard of our attack on the Vorogons. We hope it is not of inconvenience to your nation or your plans. We only wish to bolster the reputation of the GA and the strength of its members. That is why I personally request that the participating members of our Grand Alliance meet together to hold a summit. It will be a time to celebrate each others nations and cultures, to promote unity between member states and further plan for the war which will surely consume the world. I suggest we choose a host city in which to host such a summit.<br/><br/>Hope to hear back from your government,<br/>His Greatness, Eternal Sovereign of all Amico, Emperor Karthod</blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value="" to Piscaloria""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><div align=""center"">The Head of the Eternal Wincan Empire</div></span></span><br/><br/>Greetings, fine ally. I will be sending this telegram to all other members of the GA.<br/><br/>We all know that you have heard of our attack on the Vorogons. We hope it is not of inconvenience to your nation or your plans. We only wish to bolster the reputation of the GA and the strength of its members. That is why I personally request that the participating members of our Grand Alliance meet together to hold a summit. It will be a time to celebrate each others nations and cultures, to promote unity between member states and further plan for the war which will surely consume the world. I suggest we choose a host city in which to host such a summit.<br/><br/>Hope to hear back from your government,<br/>His Greatness, Eternal Sovereign of all Amico, Emperor Karthod</blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value="" to the Wulfen Empire""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><div align=""center"">The Head of the Eternal Wincan Empire</div></span></span><br/><br/>Greetings, fine ally. I will be sending this telegram to all other members of the GA.<br/><br/>We all know that you have heard of our attack on the Vorogons. We hope it is not of inconvenience to your nation or your plans. We only wish to bolster the reputation of the GA and the strength of its members. That is why I personally request that the participating members of our Grand Alliance meet together to hold a summit. It will be a time to celebrate each others nations and cultures, to promote unity between member states and further plan for the war which will surely consume the world. I suggest we choose a host city in which to host such a summit.<br/><br/>Hope to hear back from your government,<br/>His Greatness, Eternal Sovereign of all Amico, Emperor Karthod</blockquote></div></div></div>"
9867,Sapiens Has Company (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322638&start=50,2014-12-09T20:05:00,Tachi no Kyojin,"In the time following the launching of the Piscalorin Fleet some began to notice a strange new phenomenon. There appeared to be a circle, approximately 50 miles in diameter, drifting through the ocean. Any and all ships that attempted to enter, or pass through said circle seemed to vanish without a trace. Further studies would show that aquatic population in the wake of circle were absolutely decimated. Fortunately, this circle was easy to track, and easier to avoid. Bun soon some noticed a pattern in it's route. It appeared to be island hopping, and it was headed directly for what is know as Hawaii, or to the Sahaugarin the Bosom of the Mother Ocean. Then when the mysterious moving circle arrived no one knew what to expect. Least of all was this...<br/><br/>From the coasts there could be seen the outline of many misty figures, from the air could be seen many dark shapes in the water, but what was clearly visible to all was a city, around 16 miles across floating in the ocean, and with it came a fleet, armed to the teeth. At the mouth of the bay of the largest island there surfaced an enormous submarine, a floating castle, the Picolarian Imperial Palace. On the great ceremonial balcony, positioned about half way up the largest of the ships multiple coning towers, stood the Admiral. He was clad in in the black, scaly armor of the Admiral. It was made of pure basalt it concealed his figure completely. He held a microphone, accompanied by a translator, he began his speech.<br/><br/>""People of the Island. You who dwell upon the bosom of the Mother Ocean. We come not with violence in out hearts, but we stand prepared to use such means if necessary. You currently posses territory rightfully belonging to the race of the Sahaugarin, we demand it's return. Our two alliances at present moment have some state of quarrel, yet we do not personally wish to shed blood. We have decided to grant your leader three days to make a decision, from that point on you will have four changings of the tide to leave the island. Here are your choices: You grant us the island by choice, or we take it by force. I wish to inform you as well that our fleet of over a thousand ships, both submerged and surfaced cannot be defeated upon the open seas. I leave you to your debate, although I need not think it shall take long.""<br/><br/>Meanwhile, another great fleet of ships arrived upon the coast of what is today known as Chile. The leader of said fleet emerged from the crashing waves onto the guano covered beaches and planted the teal flag of Piscoloria with its golden trident into the rough sand. ""This,"" he declared, ""Is the newest of the colonies for the almighty Piscoloria, and so we shall began the expansion of out great nation to all who brush sides with the Great Mother Ocean!"""
9868,Sapiens Has Company (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322638&start=50,2014-12-09T20:26:00,Arulean States,"Emperor Wilfred Strutzkev stood on the high raised platform as the frigid air swept through the capital. In the vast rallying field before him, the fifteen-hundred man battalion of Imperial Guard stood as a solid block of supporters among tens of thousands of regular Wulfen soldiers. On the platform with him were Governors (former Councilmen) Trentslov and Reston, both of the northern Regions. The troops in the fields were theirs, belonging to the First Imperial Army. In addition to the soldiers, a large number of volunteers, militiamen and civilians were in the crowd. Strutzkev was at the end of a speach regarding the state of the military and urging all to do their parts in preparing the country for anything. Basically, he was ranting about power and glory, which he knew the Wulfen loved. Even better, the speach was being broadcast to the entire empire.<br/>""This Empire shall be made great in the eyes of all of the world!!!!"", He shouted out to the crowd of soldiers and civilians, ""As I speak, the world begins to fall apart into the glorious flames of war. We shall we the cold bastion of steel and snow that shall ride out this firestorm. We shall fight to the end, no matter the consequence. Should we fall, we shall fall in glory, taking millions of enemies with us. I ask you now for volunteers to assist our allies in the Empire of Winco. While we would assist them directly, our hands are tied by the majority of the Grand Alliance. Any Citizen of the Empire who wishes to assist the Winconians in their war, be they Guardsmen, Soldier, Militiamen or civilians, may do so. Let us show the world what the cool steel and soldiers of the Wulfen Empire can do. GLORY TO THE WULFEN EMPIRE!!!""<br/>The Imperial Guard started the chant:<br/>""GLORY TO THE EMPIRE!!! Hail Wulfen, HAIL STRUTZKEV!!!""<br/>The chanting continued as Strutzkev turned to face the other Wulfen on the platform. They included several generals, and a few civilian representatives, in addition to the Governors.<br/>""I think our work here is done. Let us go."" At that, we walked to the end of the platform and descended a set of stair to a waiting armored car. The others followed him, with two Wulfen and a human entering the car with him.<br/>As the car began moving in line with a small column, the field behind him began to empty as soldiers and civilians began to return home or flooded to volunteer to fight in Winco. Strutzkev turned his attentions back to those in the armored car. Inside were Generals Bentlov and Strelky. The human was a small one, by the name of Anton Gregor. Gregor served as spymaster to Emperor Strutzkev. Strutzkev adressed Gregor, ""How goes the rallying of support in the northern territories (RL Scandinavia, Norway, Finland) of the so-called ""Great Clansmanship of Palmah-Zhunid?""<br/>Gregors voice was suprisingly deep and steady for one so small surrounded by the Wulfen, ""The rallying of support goes steadily, Lord Emperor. While it progresses slower than you expressed desire for, it progresses none the less. The Wulfen in the territory will provide full support if we should invade, however they are a widespread minority.""<br/>""And of the humans?""<br/>""They will provide no obstical, although I doubt that they will help our cause, unfortunatly.""<br/>""Very well. What is the state of matters in the West?""<br/>""No change""<br/>""The East?""<br/>""Still unknown""<br/>""The South?""<br/>""This is an interesting place Lord Emperor. The Southern Wulfen have never truley been one with the rest. Also, remember that you never conquered them when you founded the confederacy. They capitualted to avoid conflict. As a result, they feel that they can remain independent from the rest of Wulfen. There is still widespread rioting and unrest. This you already know, but what you dont know yet is that a small group of Wulfen on the island of Tresk (RL Crimea) have declared themselves the Independent Republic of Wulfen. Our forces have already surrounded and confined the uprising to the island. They should not last long. I would recomend giving an ultimatum of surrender and decimation or complete annihilation. The leaders of the rebellion should be given the options of suicide or execution. In addition, our spies and observers have recently noticed troop movements, notably that of armor, by the Ifrit to the south. Informers report that it is in resopnse to the recent change in government.""<br/>Considering this, Strutzkev said, ""Send them a message. It shall read:<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Greeting Southern Neighbors. We have no intention of hostilities between us. We would, in fact, like to establish an embassy from which to determine a possible trade agreement between our nations. The ambassador would bring only an escort, that we both deem appropriate. In addition, we would like to discuss the laying of a telegram wire between the capitals of our nations.<br/>Regards,<br/>Emperor Wilfred Strutzkev, The Wulfen Empire""</blockquote><br/><br/>""Sir, I almost forgot. The Verrsen have finally decided to join the cause of all wolf-kind and have switched their allegiance to that of the Grand Alliance. This creates yet more area to occupy the ape-men of the west, while also freeing up allied troops that might have been otherwise occupied.""<br/>""Very interesting. Send this message to governments of the Lupiar and the Verrsen:<br/><br/>To:<br/>The Lupiar and the Verrsen<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Greetings Cousins,<br/>We of the Wulfen Empire would like to establish an embassy in the capital of each of your nations. The ambassador would be accompanied by an appropriate number of guards, agreed upon by both sides. In return, we would gladly accept an embassy to our own capitol. <br/>Regards, <br/>Emperor Wilfred Strutzkev, The Wulfen Empire</blockquote>"
9869,Sapiens Has Company (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322638&start=50,2014-12-09T20:46:00,The Orson Empire,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://fc06.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2011/013/e/0/jedi_flag_by_fenn_o_manic-d372vwj.png""/></div><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">The United Vorgonian Realms</span></span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Gulf of Mexico, near the coastline of the Cho'Gru Realm (RL Louisiana, Arkansas, and Mississippi)</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">7:15 PM</span><br/><br/>The approaching Wincoan planes were spotted by radar crews near the coastline of the Cho'Gru Realm. They appeared to be headed straight towards Anahar (RL New Orleans, Louisiana), which was a large city of some 500,000 people. Ships that were stationed off of Anahar, which included everything from frigates to a single battleship, had already begun using their AA guns to open fire on the incoming airplanes, while AA guns on the outskirts of Anahar had also begun firing.<br/><br/>Upon discovering the Wincoan planes, an alert was sent out. Several squadrons of fighters and a few interceptors from an air force base that was 15 miles inland began launching in order to intercept and destroy the Wincoans.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, in Anahar, air raid sirens began to go off, deafening many residents who were still on the streets. Then, the mayor of Anahar began to speak on the public alert system and yelled ""ALL CIVILIANS ARE BEING ORDERED TO MOVE OFF OF THE STREETS AND TAKE COVER. I REPEAT- ALL CIVILIANS ARE BEING ORDERED TO TAKE COVER NOW! THIS IS NOT A DRILL. THE CITY WILL SOON BE UNDER ATTACK BY WINCOAN AIRCRAFT! TAKE COVER NOW!""<br/><br/>The suspicions of the civilians in Anahar were confirmed when they saw Vorgonian squadrons flying over Anahar, heading towards the enemy. Panic ensued quickly as civilians began to rush to hide where ever they could. Unfortunately, there was only one bomb shelter in the city, which was already being filled to maximum capacity."
9870,Sapiens Has Company (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322638&start=50,2014-12-09T21:28:00,Lingang,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Orson Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322638&amp;p=22744243#p22744243"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center"">(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://fc06.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2011/013/e/0/jedi_flag_by_fenn_o_manic-d372vwj.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">The United Vorgonian Realms</span></span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Gulf of Mexico, near the coastline of the Cho'Gru Realm (RL Louisiana, Arkansas, and Mississippi)</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">7:15 PM</span><br/><br/>The approaching Wincoan planes were spotted by radar crews near the coastline of the Cho'Gru Realm. They appeared to be headed straight towards Anahar (RL New Orleans, Louisiana), which was a large city of some 500,000 people. Ships that were stationed off of Anahar, which included everything from frigates to a single battleship, had already begun using their AA guns to open fire on the incoming airplanes, while AA guns on the outskirts of Anahar had also begun firing. <br/><br/>Upon discovering the Wincoan planes, an alert was sent out. Several squadrons of fighters and a few interceptors from an air force base that was 15 miles inland began launching in order to intercept and destroy the Wincoans. <br/><br/>Meanwhile, in Anahar, air raid sirens began to go off, deafening many residents who were still on the streets. Then, the mayor of Anahar began to speak on the public alert system and yelled ""ALL CIVILIANS ARE BEING ORDERED TO MOVE OFF OF THE STREETS AND TAKE COVER. I REPEAT- ALL CIVILIANS ARE BEING ORDERED TO TAKE COVER NOW! THIS IS NOT A DRILL. THE CITY WILL SOON BE UNDER ATTACK BY WINCOAN AIRCRAFT! TAKE COVER NOW!""<br/><br/>The suspicions of the civilians in Anahar were confirmed when they saw Vorgonian squadrons flying over Anahar, heading towards the enemy. Panic ensued quickly as civilians began to rush to hide where ever they could. Unfortunately, there was only one bomb shelter in the city, which was already being filled to maximum capacity.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><div align=""center"">The Eternal Empire of Winco</div></span></span><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.threedonia.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/08/2235213771_f9708c8329.jpg""/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Gulf of Mexico, near the coastline of the Cho'Gru Realm<br/>7:17 PM<br/>The United Vorgonian Realms</span><br/><br/>A group of about six fighter squadrons departed from their formation to take on the enemy ships. A good number were shot down by the ships, but some managed to open fire on the ships' surface, creating billowing towers of smoke in the process. Other planes began to engage the Vorogonian planes, as the remaining squadrons stayed to protect the bombers flying at a higher altitude. A few fighters were shot down by the guns on the coast, but just enough remained to get them to the city. From there, the bombers dropped their payloads over Anahar, indiscriminately bombing everything in their path. One lone bomber however was hit by an AA gun, and it came crashing towards the earth, trailing black smoke as its wings burned.<br/><br/>As the fighting continued, another set of planes came in from the west."
9871,Sapiens Has Company (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322638&start=50,2014-12-09T21:42:00,The Orson Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Lingang <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322638&amp;p=22744637#p22744637"">wrote</a>:</cite><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>The Orson Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322638&amp;p=22744243#p22744243"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center"">(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://fc06.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2011/013/e/0/jedi_flag_by_fenn_o_manic-d372vwj.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">The United Vorgonian Realms</span></span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Gulf of Mexico, near the coastline of the Cho'Gru Realm (RL Louisiana, Arkansas, and Mississippi)</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">7:15 PM</span><br/><br/>The approaching Wincoan planes were spotted by radar crews near the coastline of the Cho'Gru Realm. They appeared to be headed straight towards Anahar (RL New Orleans, Louisiana), which was a large city of some 500,000 people. Ships that were stationed off of Anahar, which included everything from frigates to a single battleship, had already begun using their AA guns to open fire on the incoming airplanes, while AA guns on the outskirts of Anahar had also begun firing. <br/><br/>Upon discovering the Wincoan planes, an alert was sent out. Several squadrons of fighters and a few interceptors from an air force base that was 15 miles inland began launching in order to intercept and destroy the Wincoans. <br/><br/>Meanwhile, in Anahar, air raid sirens began to go off, deafening many residents who were still on the streets. Then, the mayor of Anahar began to speak on the public alert system and yelled ""ALL CIVILIANS ARE BEING ORDERED TO MOVE OFF OF THE STREETS AND TAKE COVER. I REPEAT- ALL CIVILIANS ARE BEING ORDERED TO TAKE COVER NOW! THIS IS NOT A DRILL. THE CITY WILL SOON BE UNDER ATTACK BY WINCOAN AIRCRAFT! TAKE COVER NOW!""<br/><br/>The suspicions of the civilians in Anahar were confirmed when they saw Vorgonian squadrons flying over Anahar, heading towards the enemy. Panic ensued quickly as civilians began to rush to hide where ever they could. Unfortunately, there was only one bomb shelter in the city, which was already being filled to maximum capacity.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><div align=""center"">The Eternal Empire of Winco</div></span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Gulf of Mexico, near the coastline of the Cho'Gru Realm<br/>7:17 PM<br/>The United Vorgonian Realms</span><br/><br/> A group of fighter planes departed from their formation to take on the enemy ships. A good number were shot down by the ships, but some managed to open fire on the ships' surface, creating billowing towers of smoke in the process. Other planes tried to take out the big guns on the shoreline. They continued to engage, as the remaining fighter planes stayed to protect the bombers flying at a higher altitude. A few fighters were shot down by the guns on the coast, but just enough remained to get them to the city. From there, the bombers dropped their payloads over Anahar, indiscriminately bombing everything in their path. One lone bomber however was hit by an AA gun, and it came crashing towards the earth, trailing black smoke as its wings burned.<br/><br/>As the fighting continued, another set of planes came in from the west.</div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://fc06.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2011/013/e/0/jedi_flag_by_fenn_o_manic-d372vwj.png""/></div><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">The United Vorgonian Realms</span></span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Anahar, Cho'Gru Realm<br/>7:30 PM</span><br/><br/>The squadrons had split up, as some of them went off to deal with the enemy bombers that were bombing the city. The fighters and interceptors then engaged in massive dogfights with the enemy Wincoan craft, and numerous Vorgonian fighter pilots were killed in the process. The sound of the various guns that were going off in the city and the aircraft could be heard miles away, and those in the suburbs of Anahar watched as the battle raged.<br/><br/>AA guns continued firing on the ships, but 2 frigates and a cruiser were badly damaged by enemy fire. One of the frigates then exploded in a ball of fire, killing everyone on board. Meanwhile, as Anahar was bombed, some civilians who were still on the streets were ripped to shreds by the blast, while various buildings were completely blown apart. Several fires had also started, and the fires began to spread to nearby buildings. To stop the bombings, the Vorgonian fighter pilots began to open fire on the bombers and the fighters protecting them.<br/><br/>Radar crews then reported more planes coming in from the west. An escort carrier (a miniature version of an aircraft carrier) that was stationed in this area began to deploy its own fighters in order to intercept these reinforcements."
9872,Sapiens Has Company (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322638&start=50,2014-12-09T21:49:00,Arana,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.nationstates.net/images/flags/uploads/alexi-__655030.png""/></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Council of Noliz, Noliz, Verssenic States<br/>Lady Anastasija Arria, Ambassador of the Lupiar Republic, Mater Familias of the Arria Pack</span><br/><br/>Lady Anastasija grinned hearing the result of the vote. So far, everything was going according to plan. Now, should the Apefolk try to interfere with the Grand Alliance, they'd be forced to spread their troops thin defending their entire southern and eastern border. Against the Republic alone, they would have been able to hold out, but against the combined forces of the Republic, the Cordoba Caliphate, and the Verssenic and Wulfen Confederacies, they didn't stand a chance. Now it was time to advance with the plan.<br/><br/>""The Lupiari people will be very pleased to hear of your decision. Now, since we are now allies, and you may find yourself under attack by the northern Apefolk, we have a proposition for you. The armed forces of the Lupiar Republic would like permission to set up a string of fortifications along your northern border. These fortifications would be created at our expense, of course, and manned by a force of warriors from both of our nations. Not only will this assist in your defense, but it will also create an opportunity for our armies to cooperate, and to begin the training of your troops with modern weapons.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Fort Bussana, Outside Roya (OTL Sanremo), Imperia Province, Lupiar Republic<br/>General Cyrus Maceda, Commander of Fort Bussana</span><br/><br/>General Cyrus Maceda walked down the hallway of the Fort Bussana Experimental Weapons Wing, followed by several armed guards. The scientists and engineers on duty at the fort, some of the best in the nation, worked day and night there, designing new weapons for the armies of the Republic. General Cyrus, much to his annoyance, was the one in charge of making sure they did their job. Flanked by two of the guards, Cyrus walked up to the door of the room ahead of him, rapping his claws against it. A moment later, a scientist opened the door and saluted, the others in the room following his example.<br/><br/>""Hello General Maceda. Come to check up on our work?""<br/><br/>""Correct, Doctor. Now, which project is this again? There are so many going on at this base I lose track.""<br/><br/>""That would be the Fenris long range cannon, sir. Remarkable weapon, or at least it will be.""<br/><br/>""How so?""<br/><br/>""Well, sir, the cannon has a range of roughly 165 kilometers, and can fire off three hundred rounds an hour, or roughly one every twelve seconds. In other words, from within our borders, it could destroy enemy armies, fortifications, or even cities.""<br/><br/>Grinning, Cyrus nodded and looked down at the map of possible locations for the guns. Fort Arala was a probable one, as well as several other forts along the northern border, and many of the islands off the coast.<br/><br/>""Very good, Doctor. Keep up the good work."""
9873,Sapiens Has Company (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322638&start=50,2014-12-09T22:18:00,Lingang,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Orson Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322638&amp;p=22744721#p22744721"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Lingang <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322638&amp;p=22744637#p22744637"">wrote</a>:</cite><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><div align=""center"">The Eternal Empire of Winco</div></span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Gulf of Mexico, near the coastline of the Cho'Gru Realm<br/>7:17 PM<br/>The United Vorgonian Realms</span><br/><br/> A group of fighter planes departed from their formation to take on the enemy ships. A good number were shot down by the ships, but some managed to open fire on the ships' surface, creating billowing towers of smoke in the process. Other planes tried to take out the big guns on the shoreline. They continued to engage, as the remaining fighter planes stayed to protect the bombers flying at a higher altitude. A few fighters were shot down by the guns on the coast, but just enough remained to get them to the city. From there, the bombers dropped their payloads over Anahar, indiscriminately bombing everything in their path. One lone bomber however was hit by an AA gun, and it came crashing towards the earth, trailing black smoke as its wings burned.<br/><br/>As the fighting continued, another set of planes came in from the west.</div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://fc06.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2011/013/e/0/jedi_flag_by_fenn_o_manic-d372vwj.png""/></div><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">The United Vorgonian Realms</span></span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Anahar, Cho'Gru Realm<br/>7:30 PM</span><br/><br/>The squadrons had split up, as some of them went off to deal with the enemy bombers that were bombing the city. The fighters and interceptors then engaged in massive dogfights with the enemy Wincoan craft, and numerous Vorgonian fighter pilots were killed in the process. The sound of the various guns that were going off in the city and the aircraft could be heard miles away, and those in the suburbs of Anahar watched as the battle raged.<br/><br/>AA guns continued firing on the ships, but 2 frigates and a cruiser were badly damaged by enemy fire. One of the frigates then exploded in a ball of fire, killing everyone on board. Meanwhile, as Anahar was bombed, some civilians who were still on the streets were ripped to shreds by the blast, while various buildings were completely blown apart. Several fires had also started, and the fires began to spread to nearby buildings. To stop the bombings, the Vorgonian fighter pilots began to open fire on the bombers and the fighters protecting them.<br/><br/>Radar crews then reported more planes coming in from the west. An escort carrier (a miniature version of an aircraft carrier) that was stationed in this area began to deploy its own fighters in order to intercept these reinforcements.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><div align=""center"">The Eternal Empire of Winco</div></span></span><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://assets.tmakiguchi.org/assets/images/timeline/1937-44/big/TM040.mainichi.jpg""/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Gulf of Mexico, near the coastline of the Cho'Gru Realm<br/>7:41 PM<br/>The United Vorgonian Realms</span><br/><br/>The Wincoan planes to the west didn't expected the Vorogon escort carrier to be there. It had taken them by complete surprise! The enemy planes took off from the carrier, and soon all of the Wincoan fighters began to fall from the sky in explosions of fire and smoke...except for one. The one fighter had managed to get away from the bloodbath in all the chaos. He did twirls and loops in the air, desperately trying to avoid enemy fire. But it was no use. They would catch him anyways. The enemy fighters finished off the rest of his squadron, and at that moment an idea took form in the pilots mind. As the Vorogon planes began to turn towards him, he turned back towards the coast. Solemnly, the pilot looked at the dashboard. He looked tenderly at a picture of his family for the last time, and as he turned his plane downwards towards the escort ship, he began to utter a chant.<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">As I am prepared to fight, to make our God proud</span>""....... the plane descended faster towards the Vorogon ship, hurling down past the clouds. As a single tear rolled down his cheek, the pilot shut his eyes.<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">I am prepared to die, to make men free</span>""......<br/><br/>The plane, and the pilot within, exploded as it collided with the escort ship.<br/><hr/><br/>In Anahar, the bombers came under fire from the Vorogon planes. Most of the Wincoan fighters turned away from the bombers to engage the Vorogons, as a dogfight ensued. While the planes fought, the bombers rolled on with their mission, decimating the city below. One Vorogon plane had fired upon a bomber, and its tail was set ablaze. In its downward spiral the falling aircraft had hit another bomber, and they both began to hurl towards the city below. Two Wincoan planes spotted the perpetrators, and they suddenly opened fire on the Vorogon planes from behind."
9874,Sapiens Has Company (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322638&start=50,2014-12-10T04:43:00,Hastiaka,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://img2.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20130509093242/althistory/images/f/ff/Flag_of_Granada_(The_Kalmar_Union).svg.png""/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 130%; line-height: 116%;"">The Caliphate of Cordoba</span><br/><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;"">Warning systems of fate</span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Air raid sirens were loud and clear. Thousands of Cordoban troops rush to the border. While millions of civilians are evactuating to Public Bunkers. Meanwhile in Major Airforce bases, Waves upon waves of Cordoban Planes lift off from the field. Czech hedgehogs and Anti tank obstacles are being installed in every Major city and on the beachhead as the Anti air Divisions rush to their respective weapons. In the seas, Dozens of Cordoban Warships are forming a blockade near Major population centers in the Coastal areas. This is not war. But rather the Annual Cordoban Training Day.</span><br/><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.ww2incolor.com/d/524767-1/Captured+T-34+being+used+in+a+anti-tank+obstacle+test""/></div><br/><br/>In Cordoba, it is usually a practice that after the Festival de Cordoba that a Training day must be initiated. In this day, thousands of troops are tasked to defend the northern borders while the navy have formed a blockade defending the Cities. Meanwhile in the Caliph's Palace, the Caliph walked towards his golden fountain. He is excited to know the latest developments in the newly established Viceroyalty of New Cordoba (Brasil) While walking around his tables for minutes, his Adviser opened the doors and rushed inside.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">''Your Highness, we have a message from the Winconian Government.''<br/><br/>''What is it? does it concern the very foundations of the Caliphate of Cordoba?''<br/><br/>''Yes... it says that after their crusade against the Vorgons, we must create a summit which can make our nation for example a better one.''<br/><br/>''Humanity was almost on the verge of extinction. They do not recognize things such as Human Rights. However, Cordoba as a nation shall make an Empire. An empire large enough to get Humanity be respected after Hundreds of Millennia of shame.''<br/><br/>''Your Highness, so.. Shall i reply to their message?''<br/><br/>''Yes.'' </span><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><pre style=""overflow: auto; background-color: #FFFFFF; border: 1px solid #D8D8D8; padding: 3px;""><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 130%; line-height: 116%;"">The Caliphate of Cordoba</span></span><br/>ENCRYPTED MESSAGE<br/><br/>Al Salaam.<br/><br/>You have sparked our most incredible interest. Humanity is at your side.<br/> We as a nation will aid any Nation in distress which is also our ally.<br/> We will send as much Human forces we can to Help. the 2nd Fleet will be at your disposal<br/>. As of this moment, We will send 4 Airdivisions to your Nation if needed.<br/> However we ask you to protect the Newly established <br/>Colony of Cordoba in Brazil against any Northern Aggressors.<br/><br/>Sincerely<br/><br/>Caliph Nasrid Granada</div></pre></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Viceroyalty of New Cordoba, Nuevo Cortestas (RL Rio)</span><br/><br/>In Nuevo Cortestas, Hundreds of Cordoban Settlers arrived and started building the Perimeter walls. Meanwhile, the remaining Settlers had begun constructing Houses and the First Military base. the First waves of Cordoban Colonizers arrived as the second wave is still a hundred miles away from the Newly established colony. Gobernador General Antonio Cortestas is the first ever Conquistador Prinsipe.<br/><br/>In a Mountain near the Nueva Cortestas (Statue of Cristo redentor), a Statue is being Erected; The statue of Muhammad.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""New Territorial Acquisition""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/f4l3DTu.png""/></div></div></div>"
9875,Sapiens Has Company (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322638&start=50,2014-12-10T09:24:00,In Gentem Et De Libris Scientiam,"<div align=""middle""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://img3.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20130525235307/villains/images/1/15/The_Elder_Sign.png""/></div><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Holy Elder One Republic</span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Capital: R'yleh (RL Lagos, Nigeria)</span><br/><br/>In the Meeting room in the abyss.<br/><br/>""We will join the Ga, but we need to set up the other important issues. We should attack the Vorgorian Realms, and take some land for ourselves. If we send a 5K troop ship to their harbor that got attacked, it would be sure to cripple them even more. I also suggest attacking a city near there, around 300 miles north, with planes and Elder Bombs. We should also expand our territory here, and grab some land in the continent of the south."" said Zaos the seventh of Bol, ""We also need to increase our military, develop more weapon, and increase the population. I suggest on the mating day of Shub-Niggurath, we have all females reproduce. Let us also send a letter to the other GA members to tell them we will join them in their war. Also send a troop group to the Sea Abyss.""<br/><br/>""These are great ideas. Lets put them to vote."" Said a minor member. It was voted in with all for.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""TO all GA nation Members""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">We of the Holy Elder One Republic wish to join you in your Alliance. We will also be fighting the Vorgorian Realms. That is all. Concil of R'yleh.</div></div></div><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Capital: R'yleh (RL Lagos, Nigeria)</span><br/><br/>Several troopship are being set up to go grab colonies. One is a class A Bomb Transport, which has radar, but not big guns. It carries around 5K troops. It is sent off after a day setting up supplies. It then starts moving toward the attacked naval base, and will reach there in a week. When it reaches it will anchor 30 miles out. The other troopship is equipped with bomber carriers, and fighters prepared for war. It is around 10 times bigger than Class A Bomb Transport.<br/><br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>A troop ship anchors off the Sea Abyss(Marianna trench) and then the soldiers go down into the depths, to stay for a while.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>A troopship and a personel carrier stops off on what they will now call their territory, in brazil. The total amount of people is around 15K, and around even of civilians and soldiers. They quickly start to colonizing, With everyone setting up the fort-town, and the machines starting to dig.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>Elder One troops start moving south of the Elder One Borders into RL Cammeron, Gabo, and Equa Guinea.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>""You are the biggest construction firms we have. We are going to need you to start mass producing ships, tanks, and planes. We will be paying you with land, and other valuable commodities."" said Zaos the seventh of Bol. The other Elder One knew this was not a offer, it was a command, ""Yes sir...."""
9876,Sapiens Has Company (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322638&start=50,2014-12-10T17:54:00,The Orson Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Lingang <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322638&amp;p=22744956#p22744956"">wrote</a>:</cite><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>The Orson Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322638&amp;p=22744721#p22744721"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center"">(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://fc06.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2011/013/e/0/jedi_flag_by_fenn_o_manic-d372vwj.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">The United Vorgonian Realms</span></span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Anahar, Cho'Gru Realm<br/>7:30 PM</span><br/><br/>The squadrons had split up, as some of them went off to deal with the enemy bombers that were bombing the city. The fighters and interceptors then engaged in massive dogfights with the enemy Wincoan craft, and numerous Vorgonian fighter pilots were killed in the process. The sound of the various guns that were going off in the city and the aircraft could be heard miles away, and those in the suburbs of Anahar watched as the battle raged.<br/><br/>AA guns continued firing on the ships, but 2 frigates and a cruiser were badly damaged by enemy fire. One of the frigates then exploded in a ball of fire, killing everyone on board. Meanwhile, as Anahar was bombed, some civilians who were still on the streets were ripped to shreds by the blast, while various buildings were completely blown apart. Several fires had also started, and the fires began to spread to nearby buildings. To stop the bombings, the Vorgonian fighter pilots began to open fire on the bombers and the fighters protecting them.<br/><br/>Radar crews then reported more planes coming in from the west. An escort carrier (a miniature version of an aircraft carrier) that was stationed in this area began to deploy its own fighters in order to intercept these reinforcements.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><div align=""center"">The Eternal Empire of Winco</div></span></span><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://assets.tmakiguchi.org/assets/images/timeline/1937-44/big/TM040.mainichi.jpg""/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Gulf of Mexico, near the coastline of the Cho'Gru Realm<br/>7:41 PM<br/>The United Vorgonian Realms</span><br/><br/>The Wincoan planes to the west didn't expected the Vorogon escort carrier to be there. It had taken them by complete surprise! The enemy planes took off from the carrier, and soon all of the Wincoan fighters began to fall from the sky in explosions of fire and smoke...except for one. The one fighter had managed to get away from the bloodbath in all the chaos. He did twirls and loops in the air, desperately trying to avoid enemy fire. But it was no use. They would catch him anyways. The enemy fighters finished off the rest of his squadron, and at that moment an idea took form in the pilots mind. As the Vorogon planes began to turn towards him, he turned back towards the coast. Solemnly, the pilot looked at the dashboard. He looked tenderly at a picture of his family for the last time, and as he turned his plane downwards towards the escort ship, he began to utter a chant.<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">As I am prepared to fight, to make our God proud</span>""....... the plane descended faster towards the Vorogon ship, hurling down past the clouds. As a single tear rolled down his cheek, the pilot shut his eyes. <br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">I am prepared to die, to make men free</span>""......<br/><br/>The plane, and the pilot within, exploded as it collided with the escort ship.<br/><hr/><br/>In Anahar, the bombers came under fire from the Vorogon planes. Most of the Wincoan fighters turned away from the bombers to engage the Vorogons, as a dogfight ensued. While the planes fought, the bombers rolled on with their mission, decimating the city below. One Vorogon plane had fired upon a bomber, and its tail was set ablaze. In its downward spiral the falling aircraft had hit another bomber, and they both began to hurl towards the city below. Two Wincoan planes spotted the perpetrators, and they suddenly opened fire on the Vorogon planes from behind.</div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://fc06.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2011/013/e/0/jedi_flag_by_fenn_o_manic-d372vwj.png""/></div><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">The United Vorgonian Realms</span></span></div><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Gulf of Mexico, near the coastline of the Cho'Gru Realm<br/>8:00 PM</span><br/><br/>The fighters launched from the escort carrier had caught the Wincoan's off guard, and they attacked viciously, showing no mercy. The pilots cheered as the Wincoan reinforcements were destroyed one by one. However, their cheers turned to shock as the last Wincoan plane crashed into the escort carrier itself, causing a large explosion. Although many Vorgon and humans aboard the carrier perished, the carrier managed to survive the explosion. Anyone on board who was still alive was now making their way to the lifeboats.<br/><br/>Back in Anahar, the large dogfights continued. While the Vorgons did target the enemy fighters, the pilots still knew that the bombers were their primary objective, so whenever possible, they always targeted the bombers first. Some of the Vorgonian planes that had been severely damaged crashed themselves into the bombers. Nevertheless, civilians watched in horror as planes on both sides crashed into the city. Several of the city's skyscrapers had either been hit by bombs or planes, and they were close to completely collapsing.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><div align=""center""><span style=""color: #BF0000"">Durango Campaign</span></div></span></span><br/><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.steelnavy.org/history/archive/thumbnails/navy_aleutian_d7ce7fe4d1.jpg""/></div><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic"">The Vorgon Navy approaching Durango (RL Cuba)</span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">30 miles off of the coastline of Durango (RL Cuba)<br/>9:00 PM</span><br/><br/>While the Wincoans were distracted at Anahar, the Durango Campaign had been recently given the green light. The Durango Campaign would be the first major action taken by the Vorgon, and it involved crippling the Wincoan fleet that was gathering at Fort Yalda. Afterwards, Durango itself would be invaded and bombed heavily by the air force. While it was still early in the war, the Vorgonian public had demanded that the government take some sort of immediate action against the Wincoans. As a result, the military had to throw together a quick plan. While some in the military's high command wanted to spend more time planning, Grand Overseer Tu'Dza and his defenders argued that they did not have this luxury; the Wincoans could invade at any moment, and they had to act now while they still had an advantage.<br/><br/>90 ships had been quickly assembled in eastern Florida for the assault, and they had set sail towards Durango, reaching their present position of about 30 miles off of the coastline of Durango. The attack was a large gamble, as a large percentage of the Navy was participating in it, but it had to be done. The invasion force planned to use a similar strategy to the one the Wincoans used when they attacked Droguun: a massive air assault that would quickly destroy or incapacitate many ships. In addition, they planned to send in submarines first, which would be used to torpedo and sink numerous Wincoan ships before the actual assault even began."
9877,Sapiens Has Company (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322638&start=50,2014-12-11T08:23:00,Neo-Assyrian Empire,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/DDkXk9H.png""/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Confederation of Verßenic States</span></span></div><hr/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Council of Noliz</span><br/>""I think we can arrange something that would allow that. After all, any modern assistance is greatly appreciated. My only concern is the time it would take for a modern weapon to be created to fit the size of the Verssen. After all, it is obvious that we are not the same stature. I suggest that, until modern weapons can be produced for Verssen use, that the border should be manned by Lupiari. Would this be acceptable?""<hr/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Merybourg (OTL Maribor), Nordslov Province</span><br/>It was early in the evening, around 8:00 when a crowd began to form around the town hall of Merybourg. The crowd was mostly composed of humans, since Norslsov was a border province where a majority of Verssenic humans lived. They were there for one reason and one reason only: representation in the Council of Noliz.<br/><br/>""We are sentient too,"" yelled one of the humans, ""We deserve representation, just like any other creature!"" The guards to the Town Hall stood infront of the doors in order to keep the protesters out. But then things took a turn for the worse.<br/><br/>One protestor, drunk and armed with a knife, charged one of the guards and stabbed him in the leg. The crowd cheered the man on and a few actually helped him. The remaining guards tried their best to keep the humans away from the building, but more and more would come.<br/><br/>After the guards were taken down, one crowd member stood above the rest. His name was James Scote, a relatively well-known Duke in the province. ""Come, fellow men,"" he yelled, ""And join the most grand of attacks against these beasts! For millennia, we have all lived in the shadows of these foul creatures and many like them. Well, no more! Today, we create a society for all of Man!""<br/><br/>The crowed cheered as they stormed the town hall, killing any guard who opposed them. When they finally reached the Lord of Merybourg, the crowd was attacked by the Lord himself and several of his guards. But even they proved to be no match to the swarm of humans. Eventually, they were overpowered and slaughtered. James Scote, after the Lord's death, proclaimed ""Let this be a sign for all beastfolk of the world. Man shall not tolerate any oppression by ye! From this point forward, I, James Scote, Duke of Merybourg, beg fellow men from all around the Confederacy to rise up against your oppressors! Rise so that we may claim the glory that was rightfully ours: A human society, living free from beast tyranny.""<br/><br/>And so, the Merrybourg Rebellion began. With the Duke declaring war against the Confederation, he had amassed an army of nearly 2,000 men against the Verssens and, for the first time in nearly four hundred years, the Confederacy faced instability that would threaten its existence."
9878,Sapiens Has Company (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322638&start=50,2014-12-11T08:47:00,In Gentem Et De Libris Scientiam,"<div align=""middle""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://img3.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20130525235307/villains/images/1/15/The_Elder_Sign.png""/></div><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Holy Elder One Republic</span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Capital: R'yleh (RL Lagos, Nigeria)</span><br/><br/>In the great city of R'yleh....<br/><br/>""I suggest that since this is a troubled time in the world that we elect a leader to lead us. I put myself as a candidate."" Zaos the seventh of Bol said. After a bit of talking they decided that he would be their leader, but they could out vote him with a 3/4ths vote.<br/>""The first thing i will do is talk to our neighbors.""<br/><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""To the new human republic""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">The Nation of the Elder Ones supports you, and will be willing to supply you with weapons and training. We have a human minority, and we treat the well. You should join EON as an ally.</div></div></div><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""To the World""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">The Elder ones support the New Human Republic and we see they are a independent nation.</div></div></div>"
9879,Sapiens Has Company (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322638&start=50,2014-12-12T03:53:00,Hastiaka,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://u.jimdo.com/www21/o/sf8baaaab279158e5/img/i074b0c75f40abd17/1301004575/orig/image.png""/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 130%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Spanish Empire (Formerly Cordoba)</span></span><br/><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;"">A New Empire, A New Faith, A New Future</span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Days after the Establishment of the Brazilian Colony, the Caliph and the Entire Royal Family had joined the Roman Catholic Faith. This sparked a civil war between Muslims and Christians. From the South lies the Remainder of the Caliphate as the Spanish Empire from the North struggles to Control the Remaining Muslims in the North. In New Espana (formerly New Cordoba) The Emperor Nasrid Granada or now Called as Emperor Ferdinand Cristoro had ordered the Cancellation of the Statue of Muhammad and replace it to be a Statue of Cristo Redentor. The Spanish Empire has increasingly becoming more Imperialist as they had just launched an Expedition in South Africa..</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Madrid, New Capital of the Empire of Spain</span><br/><br/>In Madrid, Celebrations are extravagant as the Muslims convert to Christianity by the Thousands. Emperor Ferdinant Cristoro and His Wife, Empress Isabella Cristoro parades into the New Capital. Thousands of Imperial Troops march in the Plaza as the Formation of a Imperial Senate is underway. Meanwhile in the City of Cordoba, Fighting Continues as the Remaining Muslim Troops are still active in the Area. Mosques are being Demolished and are being Replaced with Cathedrals and Churches. Millions of Cordobans are now Christians. This happened when a Bishop from Valencia convinced Emperor Ferdinand to convert.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">City of Nuevo Cortestas (RL Rio), New Spain</span><br/><br/>Days after Initial waves of Colonization, The Gobernador General had successfully Colonized Eastern South America. The Spanish Navy had docked in the First Wharfs. Thousands of Spanish Settlers hurry to construct the city.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""To all GA Memberstates""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Buenos Dias,<br/><br/>I perferir settling the Summit here in the City of Madrid. Humanity has not been in the Spotlight since it's first emergance. We would like to host the Summit. Furthermore, We will assure you that the Civil war is LONG GONE before your delegation steps here.<br/><br/>Sincerely,<br/>Emperor Ferdinand Cristoro</div></div></div>"
9880,Sapiens Has Company (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322638&start=50,2014-12-12T09:16:00,In Gentem Et De Libris Scientiam,"<div align=""middle""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://img3.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20130525235307/villains/images/1/15/The_Elder_Sign.png""/></div><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Holy Elder One Republic</span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Capital: R'yleh (RL Lagos, Nigeria)</span><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""To The Spanish Empire""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Hello. The Elder One Nation would like you to remove your new colony from south africa because that is land that we consider is ours, and continuing to have that there might incite war between us. That is not a threat. Another thing is that we also have a colony in Brazil or your ""New Spain"", and we hope to have good relationships there. That is all</div></div></div><br/><br/><hr/><br/>In the new expanded area of EON.<br/><br/>""Hello Chief."" This comes from a Major.<br/><br/>""Hello."" This is coming from an african chief.<br/><br/>""We have a deal for you.""<br/><br/>""What is it?""<br/><br/>""We are willing too supply arms to you to fight your enemies, if you will come under our rule, and so would the area you capture. You would stay in charge of your area, so you win in this deal.""<br/><br/>""I like your deal.... Are there any catches?""<br/><br/>""None. Well aside from you need to tell us who you are going to attack.""<br/><br/>""That would not be a problem.""<br/><br/>The deal progressed, and they tried it our with other tribes, and soon the tribes of CAR, Congo, DR Congo, and cameroon were fighting. It was a bloodbath, with many of the tribes without EON weapons were begin massacred.<br/><br/><hr/><br/>The New Colony of Nodens.<br/><br/>The new colony was progressing very quickly with many new settlers coming every day. The caverns are almost 60% done. Docks, and walls have been built. The military has started clear cutting the forest and sending back the wood to EON, and the natives are begin killed with impunity, as they are even behind the africans weapon wise.<br/><br/><hr/><br/>The new ships are being produced with at least one being built a day. Weapon progression is happening very quickly, with several projects almost a completion. The most exciting is the new drugs that are begin developed, which can fight off most infections very well.<br/><br/>OOC: as a note to you all Mars alowed me to increase my pop to 85 Million. That is a 3.5 Increase. The military will increase the same to 5.25 million."
9881,Sapiens Has Company (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322638&start=50,2014-12-14T17:14:00,Lingang,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><div align=""center"">The Eternal Empire of Winco</div></span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">30 miles off of the coastline of Durango (RL Cuba)<br/>9:12 PM</span><br/><br/>Every day since the invasion was planned, the Wincoans sent out patrol planes from Fort Yalda to scout the waters. On this dark night, two planes flew over the waters miles from the Durango coast, near the waters of the Vorogonian waters. Most nights were peaceful, and the men aboard the planes would usually go home after a few hours of peaceful searching.<br/><br/>However, tonight would be different.<br/><br/>As the planes flew over the oceans, their radars picked up a foreign object from the north. Well,<span style=""font-style: italic"">objects</span>. They detected a huge invading force from the Vorogonian Realms. Startled and nervous, they swiftly flew away from the Vorogonian invading fleet, in order to avoid being spotted by them. The crew called up the generals back in Fort Yalda, alerting them of this terrifying report.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Gulf of Mexico, near the coastline of the Cho'Gru Realm<br/>9:20 PM<br/>The United Vorgonian Realms</span><br/><br/>The dogfight was carried on, as the Wincoans continued to assult the Vorogonians. However, the Wincoan ships received an emergency radio report. The planes turned back towards the coast, and would fly to the coast of Hada (Yucatan). They hoped the sudden retreat would take the Vorogons by surprise, and allow them to slip away. The planes started to fly away from the ruined city, leaving the fire and destruction behind them.<br/><hr/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/a/af/Searchlights_on_the_Rock_of_Gibraltar,_1942.jpg""/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Fort Yalda, Durango<br/>9:15 PM</span><br/><br/>Spotlights lit up the sky, as the force at Fort Yalda grew larger. Ships were being mass produced in Winco, and were shipped out to Durango. Thousands of soldiers would soon arrive tomorrow, for the first invasion of the Vorogon Realm. Search planes had constantly been patrolling the area for days, and submarines patrolled the surrounding waters. Fayette Yammer, the Head General of the Armed Forces, had feared that the Vorogons would try to attack Durango in order try and prevent an invasion.<br/><br/>He sat in his office, overlooking the bay of Fort Yalda. The usually quiet and dark coastline was now lit up with industrial lights, as men and motor cars patrolled up and down the roads along the shoreline. An array of ships, ranging from frigates to battleships and aircraft carriers were docked in the harbors, awaiting the invasion day. Hundreds of planes sat along airstrips, awaiting the day they would take off and destroy the Vorogonian Realms. There was a knock on the door, as a secretary came in. A distraught look on his face, he held out a report.<br/><br/>""Sir"", he stated, ""a Vorogonian f-fleet has been sp-sp-potted 28 miles from here. It's a v-very large naval f-f-f-force sir"".<br/><br/>""Huh. Of course"". Well, this was to be expected. Of course they would strike now. ""We shall put the fort on alert. And put the island on a raid alert as well. We shall let them come"". He haughtily walked to to the window, as the secretary rushed out of the room. ""Let us show them what we're made of"". In a matter of minutes, air raid sirens sounded across the island. Planes took off from runways, covering the sky in a matter of minutes. The sheer noise of the roaring planes together struck awe in the men on the ground, as a number of ships and submarines pulled away from the harbor to confront the invading force. The planes would provide air support and destroy the Vorogonian ships, and the Wincoan navy would attempt to blockade the passage to Fort Yalda. The submarines would attack the ships from underneath. Meanwhile, across Durango, towns were shut down. All the lights in the cities and towns were turned off, in preparation for an invasion by the Vorogons.<br/><br/>War has truly begun."
9882,Sapiens Has Company (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322638&start=50,2014-12-14T18:23:00,The Orson Empire,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://fc06.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2011/013/e/0/jedi_flag_by_fenn_o_manic-d372vwj.png""/></div><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">The United Vorgonian Realms</span></span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Gulf of Mexico, near the coastline of the Cho'Gru Realm</span><br/><br/>As the Wincoans retreated, the Vorgon pilots did not pursue them. Once it was clear that all threats to the city were gone, civilians began to come out onto the streets, viewing the ruined city that was around them. Unfortunately, it would only be the first of the bombings to come.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Fort Yalda<br/>10:30 PM</span><br/><br/>The armada was now less than 1 mile north of Fort Yalda. The armada had split into several groups, which would each engage in different areas. Although some of the ships had already been fighting Wincoan ships and submarines that had left their harbor, the main battle was now going to begin. The fleetlords (the equivalent of an admiral) gave out orders to their subordinates to engage the enemy.<br/><br/>The main guns on the battleships, cruisers, and destroyers began to open fire on enemy Wincoan ships that were still in the harbor, while submarines also launched torpedoes at enemy ships. The explosions from the shells and torpedoes were deafening, and they were so bright that they could be seen miles away. The bombardment was incredible, and the ships did not let up, hoping to destroy the Wincoans as quickly as possible. Wincoan aircraft carriers were targeted first, while the other ships were targeted later. The ship crews manned the AA guns on the ships in order to keep Wincoan fighters and bombers away from them.<br/><br/>On the Vorgonian aircraft carriers, dozens of fighters and bombers had already begun launching. The fighters had entered dogfights with the Wincoan fighters in order to keep them away from the ships. Groups of submarines stayed close to the aircraft carriers in order to keep them from being torpedoed by enemy submarines.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, a group of bombers, protected by fighters, headed straight towards Fort Yalda. While trying to avoid any AA defenses, they began to relentlessly bomb the military base. They also tried to bomb the airstrip."
9883,Sapiens Has Company (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322638&start=50,2014-12-14T19:34:00,Lingang,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Orson Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322638&amp;p=22799268#p22799268"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center"">(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://fc06.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2011/013/e/0/jedi_flag_by_fenn_o_manic-d372vwj.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">The United Vorgonian Realms</span></span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Gulf of Mexico, near the coastline of the Cho'Gru Realm</span><br/><br/>As the Wincoans retreated, the Vorgon pilots did not pursue them. Once it was clear that all threats to the city were gone, civilians began to come out onto the streets, viewing the ruined city that was around them. Unfortunately, it would only be the first of the bombings to come. <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Fort Yalda<br/>10:45 PM</span><br/><br/>The armada was now less than 1 mile north of Fort Yalda. The armada had split into several groups, which would each engage in different areas. Although some of the ships had already been fighting Wincoan ships and submarines that had left their harbor, the main battle was now going to begin. The fleetlords (the equivalent of an admiral) gave out orders to their subordinates to engage the enemy.<br/><br/>The main guns on the battleships, cruisers, and destroyers began to open fire on enemy Wincoan ships that were still in the harbor, while submarines also launched torpedoes at enemy ships. The explosions from the shells and torpedoes were deafening, and they were so bright that they could be seen miles away. The bombardment was incredible, and the ships did not let up, hoping to destroy the Wincoans as quickly as possible. Wincoan aircraft carriers were targeted first, while the other ships were targeted later. The ship crews manned the AA guns on the ships in order to keep Wincoan fighters and bombers away from them.<br/><br/>On the Vorgonian aircraft carriers, dozens of fighters and bombers had already begun launching. The fighters had entered dogfights with the Wincoan fighters in order to keep them away from the ships. Groups of submarines stayed close to the aircraft carriers in order to keep them from being torpedoed by enemy submarines. <br/><br/>Meanwhile, a group of bombers, protected by fighters, headed straight towards Fort Yalda. While trying to avoid any AA defenses, they began to relentlessly bomb the military base. They also tried to bomb the airstrip.</div></blockquote><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-VehKErLlOak/Tz6wTj_wOLI/AAAAAAAACaY/_mD37XuG3CY/s400/Image30.jpg""/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Fort Yalda<br/>10:30 PM</span><br/><br/>The attack was enormous, as the Vorogons had confronted the Wincoan blockade. The Wincoans and Vorogonians had engaged in battle. While the submarines and ships laid many Wincoan crafts low, the retaliation had only begun. Dozens of AA Guns located on the hillsides near Fort Yalda opened up on the Vorogonian bombers headed towards them, guided by searchlights. Gigantic forts in the hillsides aimed their huge cannons and guns at the enemy ships in the harbor, firing upon them relentlessly. Dozens of bombers flew from above, under the protection of countless Wincoan planes. They bombed the Vorogonian ships and aircraft carriers, watching them light up like matches. Huge dogfights ensued between the opposing air forces, as underneath the oceans submarines moved in. As the base was set ablaze, the submarines lauched their attacks on the Vorogon ships. They also detected Vorogonian submarines, and soon began firing torpedoes at them. The Wincoan ships had already engaged in battle with the Vorogonian ships<br/><br/>The searchlights, stationed in the hills, were ordered to be turned at the Vorogon ships in order to blind the Vorogons on board. Meanwhile, near the eastern portion of the base, away from the loud battle, twelve small Wincoan ships emerged from the darkness. They were moving at incredibly fast speeds, estimated to be moving faster than any known war ship. They were Rammers, lean and speedy ships that took the enemy head on. They were equipped with incredibly large sharp steel bows, so as to puncture enemy ships. The Rammers speedily approached the Vorogon ships, led by an armada of submarines. They would fire upon the enemy subs and Vorogon ships, giving them a chance to attack. Once near the blockade, the Rammers suddenly flashed bright heavy-duty lights in the direction of a handful of enemy ships, attempting to blind them. As that happened, the submarines launched their torpedoes.<br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Domerset City, Western Mada (RL Western Mexico)<br/>10:30 PM<br/>Wincoan Empire</span><br/><br/>The night was still and calm, as a lone motor vehicle made its way down a winding road. Its six wheels churned up dust and gravel, as it traveled along the dark country side. It pulled up to a house, the round edifice tucked into a grove of trees. The headlights of the car shone brightly as it pulled up in the drive way, and a young Amico man stepped out of the drivers seat. Clad in a business suit, he sighed and opened the door to his home. It was all dark inside, save for one lamp in the parlor room. His wife and child must have left already.<br/><br/>""Damn my job"", he muttered to himself as he closed the door. Sometimes, when the government had him work late, he'd curse the day he ever signed up to join the Armed Forces Research Department. Ever since this war had started, the government had him working strange shifts, sometimes his work hours cut into the daytime when everybody was asleep! ""But....at least it gets the bills paid"", he grumbled. Putting away his coat, he turned the house lights on. The man made his way into the dining nook, pulling out papers he had attained at work.<br/><br/>""Heh, mangy bastards"", he laughed to himself. ""They've been working on some sick shit"". He looked over a diagram for a new type of incendiary bomb, one that could coat its surroundings in sticky, super-hot fire that covered a ridiculously wide range when exploded. The prototypes had been in development for quite many years, but the technology was perfect now. The government called them ""Mayhem Bombs"". And soon, they would be deployed in warfare. Abruptly setting down the papers, the man went upstairs to for a nap. His family would be home in a few hours, and he settled down with the hopes that the government would give him a<span style=""font-style: italic"">normal</span>shift tomorrow."
9884,Sapiens Has Company (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322638&start=50,2014-12-14T20:36:00,The Orson Empire,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Fort Yalda</span><br/><br/>Some bombers and fighters were shot down by the enemy AA guns, but nevertheless, the aircraft pressed on, relentlessness bombing and conducting strafing runs with their heavy machine guns on the military base and those manning the AA guns. The bombers also attempted to target the fortifications whose cannons were firing on Vorgonian ships with experimental bunker buster bombs, and they bombed the searchlights. More bombers and fighters continued to arrive from the aircraft carriers.<br/><br/>The battle at sea and the massive dogfights continued. Fortunately, the larger aircraft carriers were at the rear of the fleet, so they were seldom targeted. However, the smaller escort carriers at the front were targeted the most. Escort carriers could be replaced faster than the larger aircraft carriers (and for a cheaper price), so they were not as important to defend. The AA guns on the ships never let up, targeting the enemy bombers and fighters as they attempted to attack the ships. A few ships exploded due to the submarines, resulting in massive fireballs that could be seen for miles. Nevertheless, the Vorgonian submarines were doing a good job of protecting the fleet, as they distracted the enemy submarines by attacking them. The submarines also attacked the engines of the Rammers in order to neutralize them.<br/><br/>While some of the humans onboard the ships were blinded by the searchlights, the Vorgon were barely affected. Due to the fact that the Vorgon had evolved in the desert, they were able to tolerate extreme heat and the blinding light of the sun that was constantly present in the desert, and thus, they were able to tolerate the light from the seachlights.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Coastline of Fort Yalda </span><br/><br/>Meanwhile, some groups of ships had split away from the main battle, and were preparing for the next phase of the Durango Campaign- an amphibious invasion. 10,000 marines and regular infantry boarded their amphibious landing craft and began heading straight for the beaches.<br/><br/>Although the Vorgon had little experience with amphibious warfare, they knew that they would have to learn quickly if they were to survive this war. As the landing craft approached the beaches, the soldiers made sure that their<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://www.deviantart.com/#/art/Rifle-Semi-Automatic-7-62x54mmR-Outlander-M1940-334884533?hf=1"" rel=""nofollow"">T1935 semi-automatic rifles</a>,<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/PPS_submachine_gun"" rel=""nofollow"">Dorunum submachine guns</a>, and other weapons were loaded and ready for combat, while watching the huge naval battle take place. The soldiers were nervous, as none of them had ever seen combat before, and they wondered if it would be anything like basic training."
9885,Sapiens Has Company (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322638&start=50,2014-12-14T21:57:00,Lingang,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Orson Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322638&amp;p=22800787#p22800787"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Fort Yalda</span><br/><br/>Some bombers and fighters were shot down by the enemy AA guns, but nevertheless, the aircraft pressed on, relentlessness bombing and conducting strafing runs with their heavy machine guns on the military base and those manning the AA guns. The bombers also attempted to target the fortifications whose cannons were firing on Vorgonian ships with experimental bunker buster bombs, and they bombed the searchlights. More bombers and fighters continued to arrive from the aircraft carriers.<br/><br/>The battle at sea and the massive dogfights continued. Fortunately, the larger aircraft carriers were at the rear of the fleet, so they were seldom targeted. However, the smaller escort carriers at the front were targeted the most. Escort carriers could be replaced faster than the larger aircraft carriers (and for a cheaper price), so they were not as important to defend. The AA guns on the ships never let up, targeting the enemy bombers and fighters as they attempted to attack the ships. A few ships exploded due to the submarines, resulting in massive fireballs that could be seen for miles. Nevertheless, the Vorgonian submarines were doing a good job of protecting the fleet, as they distracted the enemy submarines by attacking them. The submarines also attacked the engines of the Rammers in order to neutralize them.<br/><br/>While some of the humans onboard the ships were blinded by the searchlights, the Vorgon were barely affected. Due to the fact that the Vorgon had evolved in the desert, they were able to tolerate extreme heat and the blinding light of the sun that was constantly present in the desert, and thus, they were able to tolerate the light from the seachlights.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Coastline of Fort Yalda </span><br/><br/>Meanwhile, some groups of ships had split away from the main battle, and were preparing for the next phase of the Durango Campaign- an amphibious invasion. 10,000 marines and regular infantry boarded their amphibious landing craft and began heading straight for the beaches.<br/><br/>Although the Vorgon had little experience with amphibious warfare, they knew that they would have to learn quickly if they were to survive this war. As the landing craft approached the beaches, the soldiers made sure that their <a class=""postlink"" href=""http://www.deviantart.com/#/art/Rifle-Semi-Automatic-7-62x54mmR-Outlander-M1940-334884533?hf=1"" rel=""nofollow"">T1935 semi-automatic rifles</a>, <a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/PPS_submachine_gun"" rel=""nofollow"">Dorunum submachine guns</a>, and other weapons were loaded and ready for combat, while watching the huge naval battle take place. The soldiers were nervous, as none of them had ever seen combat before, and they wondered if it would be anything like basic training.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><div align=""center"">The Eternal Empire of Winco</div></span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Invasion of Fort Yalda</span><br/><br/>The enemy bombers had done heavy damage to the base. As the buildings went up in smoke, the VR (Vorogonian Realms) bombers advanced up the hillside. While the fort had been largely crushed and countless craft destroyed, resulting in the deaths of hundreds of Amico, the giant gun forts had taken minimal damage. Made for heavy bombardment and largely underground (as was most of the fort), they were able to recover and keep on firing. As the VR bombers flew over the hill, they were greeted with the relentless fire of hundreds of<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/8.8_cm_Flak_18/36/37/41"" rel=""nofollow"">Ground-to-air cannons</a>and AA guns. The gunfire from the ground looked like stars in a black sky, as they lit up the Vorogonian planes overhead. Another military installation lay ahead.<br/><br/>In the harbor, the fight continued. As the dogfights ahead still ensued, the VR ships were still going strong. A large fleet of Wincoan planes came in from the west, hammering the Vorogon ships. A squadron of fighters targeted the aircraft carriers from the back, using their guns to fire upon everything on the carriers. One fighter even crashed itself into a carrier, and another plane followed suit and was able to crash into a VR battleship. Around 15 Wincoan fighters had crashed, but the other planes put on a ferocious show of force. They employed quick and erratic tactics, some trying to confuse the Vorogon fighters by flying in strange patterns.<br/><br/>The Rammers had been unable to stun the VR ships with their light. The tactic wasn't effective. So, while in the midst of fire from the enemy ships, the remaining Rammers suddenly and quickly rammed themselves into the hulls of the VR ships, their sharp bows piercing the metal. In a matter of minutes, dozens of Amico swarmed the Vorogon lighter vessels, attempting to capture the ship. The battle carried on, as another force stirred a few miles away, in Sector 4...<br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Sector 4<br/>Fort Yalda</span><br/><br/>The scouts had spotted the amphibious craft of the Vorogons, and knew they had to act fast. With a sudden idea crossing her mind, a military general suggested for dozens of heavy bombers to be loaded with hundreds of canisters of<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Napalm"" rel=""nofollow"">Mayhem Fire bombs</a>, the new military weapon that had been under development in numerous military bases across the Empire. While still technically ""experimental"", the officer hoped it would kill enough invading troops to hamper or stop the invasion, and give them time to recover and call for full backup. Some objected, saying that they needed more time to develop the bomb. But time was of the essence, and the officer reasoned that this was a chance to prove the bombs worth. So the heavy bombers took off, loaded with hundreds of Mayhem Fire Bombs, under the protection of a squadron of fighters. They would drop the bombs on the unsuspecting troops from high up. Nobody in the world had ever heard of the technology employed by the Mayhem Fire. While sticky incendiary bombs were certainly known, none had developed the type of gel in the Mayhem Fire. The gel used in the bombs enabled the sticky fires to burn at 2,200°F, and covered a radius of 2,500 square yards. Every Human and animal they had tested it on had died within minutes from the toxic fumes and severe burns from the fire clinging to them.<br/><br/>Now the bombers, their payloads filled with Mayhem Fire, waited for the troops to approach the shoreline, as the Army stationed on the island also waited beyond the shore. Troops stationed along the hills watched the approaching Vorogon vessels with fear, tightly clutching their guns. While they had sworn an oath to fight and die for country, now they felt regret. Many were young Amico men who had just begun to taste real life, and now they were staring at the face of potential death. They only hoped that they could avoid panicking (and pissing their pants), while at the same time surviving to bring honor to those that loved them. And being miles from the main battle, it was an agonizing calm before the storm."
9886,Sapiens Has Company (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322638&start=50,2014-12-15T16:45:00,The Orson Empire,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Fort Yalda: Sea Battle</span><br/><br/>The battle at sea was starting to turn into a stalemate, with neither side being able to overcome the other. While a few more ships had been damaged from plane crashes and enemy fire, so far, 20 VR ships and submarines had been completely destroyed. The massive dogfights continued, with numerous VR fighters and bombers being shot down. As for the Rammers, as they attempted to ram the VR ships, they were met with<span style=""font-style: italic"">heavy</span>fire from the defenses on the ships. In order to combat Wincoan boarding forces, VR sailors began grabbing their submachine guns and other weapons from the lower decks. The submachine gun were very effective in close quarters combat, and thus, it allowed the VR sailors to mow down the Amico with hundreds of rounds of automatic fire as they attempted to board the ships. Some sailors wielded shotguns, which were also effective in this scenario.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, a reinforcement fleet of 20 ships that was waiting in southern Florida had been called in to provide assistance, and they were also carrying additional troops that could be used in the ground invasion.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Sector 4</span><br/><br/>Groups of fighters and some interceptors spotted the heavy bombers approaching the shoreline. They immediately intercepted and fired upon the heavy bombers and their escorts, in order to prevent them from doing any bombing runs.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, the landing craft hit the beaches, and thousands of VR marines and infantry left their landing craft and began advancing up the beach. They initially met no resistance, and it was eerily quiet on the beaches. As the troops began to organize into their various regiments, they had no idea that the heavy bombers were preparing to drop napalm on them."
9887,Sapiens Has Company (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322638&start=50,2014-12-15T18:02:00,Lingang,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Orson Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322638&amp;p=22809347#p22809347"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Fort Yalda: Sea Battle</span><br/><br/>The battle at sea was starting to turn into a stalemate, with neither side being able to overcome the other. While a few more ships had been damaged from plane crashes and enemy fire, so far, 20 VR ships and submarines had been completely destroyed. The massive dogfights continued, with numerous VR fighters and bombers being shot down. As for the Rammers, as they attempted to ram the VR ships, they were met with <span style=""font-style: italic"">heavy</span> fire from the defenses on the ships. In order to combat Wincoan boarding forces, VR sailors began grabbing their submachine guns and other weapons from the lower decks. The submachine gun were very effective in close quarters combat, and thus, it allowed the VR sailors to mow down the Amico with hundreds of rounds of automatic fire as they attempted to board the ships. Some sailors wielded shotguns, which were also effective in this scenario.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, a reinforcement fleet of 20 ships that was waiting in southern Florida had been called in to provide assistance, and they were also carrying additional troops that could be used in the ground invasion.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Sector 4</span><br/><br/>Groups of fighters and some interceptors spotted the heavy bombers approaching the shoreline. They immediately intercepted and fired upon the heavy bombers and their escorts, in order to prevent them from doing any bombing runs. <br/><br/>Meanwhile, the landing craft hit the beaches, and thousands of VR marines and infantry left their landing craft and began advancing up the beach. They initially met no resistance, and it was eerily quiet on the beaches. As the troops began to organize into their various regiments, they had no idea that the heavy bombers were preparing to drop napalm on them.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><div align=""center"">The Eternal Empire of Winco</div></span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Sector 4<br/>Fort Yalda</span><br/><br/>The Vorogonians had attempted to fire upon the heavy bombers carrying the Mayhem Fire. However the bombers were protected by five squadrons of fighter planes, which were able to stave off any damage. The bombers were now immediately above the Vorogonian troops on the beach. In an instant, the planes opened their hatches and hundreds of Mayem bomb capsules fell upon the enemy troops. The pilots watched as the sticky fire covered a wide radius of the beach, the deep red fire accompanied by the toxic smoke of Carbon Monoxide. The bombers made sure to target the entire line of troops, not to miss any regiments, even dropping Mayhem Fire on the amphibious vessels that had carried them. The bomber crews shouted in joy as they saw the flames and smoke engulf the soldiers on the beach. Ten fighter planes were lost.<br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Invasion of Fort Yalda</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">WIP</span>"
9888,The Tyranny of Chaos (IC|PMT),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322644,2014-12-05T20:15:00,New Jordslag,"""<span style=""font-weight: bold"">And so it begins.</span>""<br/><br/>Those were the last words you all heard before blacking out. Then you woke up.<br/><br/>You all freeze, realizing you know nothing. Not what you are, who you are, where you are. Eventually, your language and Race come back to you, but nothing else. You all hear a voice boom: ""Welcome to the test. You may now begin testing."" And so your story begins.<br/>______________________________________________________________________________________<br/>Yeah, you'll never guess the story behind this. So. Welcome to the Tyranny of Chaos IC. It was Hard Work for me, but, hey, I got it done. You guys remember nothing except your names and Languages. Remember that. You can start out in a building of your choosing, although try to be reasonable. Make it fair and don't start out in a Warehouse full of weapons, knowing how to use them. This RP is about regaining your memories and then finding out how you lost them. Oh, and to meet each other. I will let you guys do what you want for the most part, but for the love of god, keep it PG-13ish. Oh, and one more thing: In this RP, trust nobody. And, start!"
9889,The Tyranny of Chaos (IC|PMT),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322644,2014-12-05T20:21:00,New Kvenland,Le taggage
9890,The Tyranny of Chaos (IC|PMT),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322644,2014-12-05T20:34:00,Republic of Hasgriu,"Xue Zhou Zhao grumbled and moaned as he opened up his eyes. He found himself staring at the underside of a table. He flipped himself over and crawled out. ""Where am I? What happened? I don't remember anything..."", he whined as he got up. He looked around at his surroundings. He appeared to be inside a classroom. Specifically, a dusty, damaged classroom, with huge craters in the walls and the dirty concrete floor.<br/><br/>The room had long since been abandoned by whatever staff or students used to be here. Stationery and books lay scattered across the floor, as if they had rushed out of the building. Many of the desks had been overturned, and the whiteboard still had some text on it. Zhou Zhao slowly read the Chinese characters. It was merely a Chinese lesson, and the words were not more than simple instructions. Zhou Zhao walked up to one of the windows, and pushed back the curtains. The shelled, bloody, city, was revolting.<br/><br/>Corpses lay on the streets, rotting and decomposing. They all seemed to have been killed ruthlessly, their limbs torn from their bodies. Cars and other motor vehicles had been flipped over, crushed, and dented. A huge building had collapsed into a heap of rubble and brick, crushing those stuck inside. It was a shocking, gruesome, scene, but Zhou Zhao could not turn away, frozen in terror. He did not want to join the ranks of the deceased."
9891,The Tyranny of Chaos (IC|PMT),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322644,2014-12-05T20:49:00,New Abrahammia,(-)
9892,The Tyranny of Chaos (IC|PMT),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322644,2014-12-05T21:00:00,New Jordslag,"<blockquote><div><cite>Republic of Hasgriu <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322644&amp;p=22691442#p22691442"">wrote</a>:</cite>Xue Zhou Zhao grumbled and moaned as he opened up his eyes. He found himself staring at the underside of a table. He flipped himself over and crawled out. ""Where am I? What happened? I don't remember anything..."", he whined as he got up. He looked around at his surroundings. He appeared to be inside a classroom. Specifically, a dusty, damaged classroom, with huge craters in the walls and the dirty concrete floor. <br/><br/>The room had long since been abandoned by whatever staff or students used to be here. Stationery and books lay scattered across the floor, as if they had rushed out of the building. Many of the desks had been overturned, and the whiteboard still had some text on it. Zhou Zhao slowly read the Chinese characters. It was merely a Chinese lesson, and the words were not more than simple instructions. Zhou Zhao walked up to one of the windows, and pushed back the curtains. The shelled, bloody, city, was revolting.<br/><br/>Corpses lay on the streets, rotting and decomposing. They all seemed to have been killed ruthlessly, their limbs torn from their bodies. Cars and other motor vehicles had been flipped over, crushed, and dented. A huge building had collapsed into a heap of rubble and brick, crushing those stuck inside. It was a shocking, gruesome, scene, but Zhou Zhao could not turn away, frozen in terror. He did not want to join the ranks of the deceased.</div></blockquote><br/>Inside the Chinese Lesson, there is movement. A Chinese Soldier is alive, but barely. His arm is ripped off, there is a huge gash in his gut, and he is bleeding from a shallow wound on his Forehead. He is very pale. He will not live much longer. ""Come... come over... here..."" He gasps, to Zhou."
9893,The Tyranny of Chaos (IC|PMT),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322644,2014-12-05T21:03:00,New Jordslag,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322644&amp;p=22691608#p22691608"">wrote</a>:</cite>Bob had awoken with his head hurting in a store full of some green, leafy plants. There was also a large fire in the room, but Bob did not remember that it is dangerous. Bob sat there, picking his nose, when he starting feeling his muscles relaxing, his mouth getting dry, and his heart rate increasing. His eyes became red, but he liked how he currently felt. Bob says ""Dude… it must, like, be these plants that make me feel so like, what? These things are great."" Bob saw that the building was falling apart, so he loads his pockets with marijuana from the non-burning side of the room before leaving. He walks out of the building, very stoned. He walks east for no reason or sense of direction.</div></blockquote><br/>A Faithful Soldier is preaching to a mob in the city. All of them are completely fascinated with him. He notices Bob. ""You! Eridanian!"" He shouts. ""You scum! You fiend! You beast! How dare you take drugs! God did not make you that way, and thus you should not become that way."" Becoming more and more anxious with anger with every word the preacher speaks, the Preacher finally flicks his hand at Bob, signalling for the crowd to move in. They have Guns, Pitchforks, and Knives, and do not look happy with Bob."
9894,The Tyranny of Chaos (IC|PMT),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322644,2014-12-05T21:36:00,New Abrahammia,(-)
9895,The Tyranny of Chaos (IC|PMT),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322644,2014-12-05T22:27:00,Republic of Hasgriu,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Jordslag <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322644&amp;p=22691752#p22691752"">wrote</a>:</cite>Inside the Chinese Lesson, there is movement. A Chinese Soldier is alive, but barely. His arm is ripped off, there is a huge gash in his gut, and he is bleeding from a shallow wound on his Forehead. He is very pale. He will not live much longer. ""Come... come over... here..."" He gasps, to Zhou.</div></blockquote><br/>Zhou quickly turned around upon hearing the voice. He was certain the room was empty. He did not know the man, but judging from his uniform, he was a soldier. He ran to the soldier and began panicking. ""What? What should I do? What do you need?"""
9896,The Tyranny of Chaos (IC|PMT),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322644,2014-12-05T23:50:00,Nachfolgia,"Elizabeth moaned as she started to wake up. While in her semi conscious state, she felt something on her chest. From what she could tell with her eyes closed, it was heavy and had claws. As her eyes fluttered open, the first thing she saw was the face of a monkey standing over her. Elizabeth screamed and sat up, causing the monkey to screech and run off. Immediately after sitting up, she grabbed her head in pain. She had a throbbing headache that made the back of her eyes hurt. Elizabeth looked around at her surroundings, not recognizing where she was. She was in a very large, very old room with cracked decaying wall. One of the walls had caved in and vines were growing through the opening. To her left was a large statue of a bald, fat man sitting cross legged.<br/><br/>Elizabeth stood up, finally over her headache and looked oddly at the statue. "" Why would someone build a statue of a fat guy?"" Elizabeth said in a odd British accent as she looked over the statue. "" Speaking of which...where am I? I don't remember anything."" She said as she continued to look around. She took a few steps forward before she noticed something red on her leg. Elizabeth looked down and saw a red piece of cloth wrapped around her thigh, over her fishnet stockings. She untied the cloth and looked at it. On one side of the red cloth was a symbol of a<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://www.aaanativearts.com/AN02469_.gif"" rel=""nofollow"">hawk</a>. "" Why would this be around my leg? I kind of like it."" Elizabeth said with a smirk before tying it back around her thigh. "" Well...since I'm here I might as well look around."" Elizabeth said as she continued her walk through the ruins."
9897,The Tyranny of Chaos (IC|PMT),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322644,2014-12-06T05:50:00,New Jordslag,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322644&amp;p=22692151#p22692151"">wrote</a>:</cite>Bob ran away from the mob, scared of what they were going to do. He runs through an alley, south of where he currently was. As he ran, Bob pushed over trash cans in the alleyways to try to slow them down as much as possible. He had hoped that this would allow him to get away.</div></blockquote><br/>The trash cans do indeed slow down the ones with Melee weapons, but Bob forgot about the ones with guns. They keep firing at him, and one of them gets a lucky shot and grazes him in the arm. However, after that, Bob is out of range. The Mob eventually clears the Trashcans, but by that time they have lost Bob. Bob is now in another Alleyway with an Arm wound."
9898,The Tyranny of Chaos (IC|PMT),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322644,2014-12-06T05:53:00,New Jordslag,"<blockquote><div><cite>Republic of Hasgriu <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322644&amp;p=22692613#p22692613"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Jordslag <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322644&amp;p=22691752#p22691752"">wrote</a>:</cite>Inside the Chinese Lesson, there is movement. A Chinese Soldier is alive, but barely. His arm is ripped off, there is a huge gash in his gut, and he is bleeding from a shallow wound on his Forehead. He is very pale. He will not live much longer. ""Come... come over... here..."" He gasps, to Zhou.</div></blockquote><br/>Zhou quickly turned around upon hearing the voice. He was certain the room was empty. He did not know the man, but judging from his uniform, he was a soldier. He ran to the soldier and began panicking. ""What? What should I do? What do you need?""</div></blockquote><br/>The Soldier grew weaker with each word. ""I want you... To help my family... I can't make it out... Search for a Woman named Ling..."" Then he collapsed, totally dead. He has a Rifle on his back, but it is Empty and no Magazines are within sight. His pockets, however, had not been searched..."
9899,The Tyranny of Chaos (IC|PMT),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322644,2014-12-06T05:55:00,New Jordslag,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nachfolgia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322644&amp;p=22693104#p22693104"">wrote</a>:</cite>Elizabeth moaned as she started to wake up. While in her semi conscious state, she felt something on her chest. From what she could tell with her eyes closed, it was heavy and had claws. As her eyes fluttered open, the first thing she saw was the face of a monkey standing over her. Elizabeth screamed and sat up, causing the monkey to screech and run off. Immediately after sitting up, she grabbed her head in pain. She had a throbbing headache that made the back of her eyes hurt. Elizabeth looked around at her surroundings, not recognizing where she was. She was in a very large, very old room with cracked decaying wall. One of the walls had caved in and vines were growing through the opening. To her left was a large statue of a bald, fat man sitting cross legged. <br/><br/>Elizabeth stood up, finally over her headache and looked oddly at the statue. "" Why would someone build a statue of a fat guy?"" Elizabeth said in a odd British accent as she looked over the statue. "" Speaking of which...where am I? I don't remember anything."" She said as she continued to look around. She took a few steps forward before she noticed something red on her leg. Elizabeth looked down and saw a red piece of cloth wrapped around her thigh, over her fishnet stockings. She untied the cloth and looked at it. On one side of the red cloth was a symbol of a <a class=""postlink"" href=""http://www.aaanativearts.com/AN02469_.gif"" rel=""nofollow"">hawk</a>. "" Why would this be around my leg? I kind of like it."" Elizabeth said with a smirk before tying it back around her thigh. "" Well...since I'm here I might as well look around."" Elizabeth said as she continued her walk through the ruins.</div></blockquote><br/>As Elizabeth walks, she sees corpses ripped limb from limb, their guts falling out, or people thrown down onto bloody Spikes. The whole Ruin was horrible. Eventually, she happens upon a 16 Year Old boy wandering the Ruins, apparently looking for something..."
9900,The Tyranny of Chaos (IC|PMT),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322644,2014-12-06T08:03:00,New Kvenland,"Caj woke up to the sounds of scratching and clawing.<br/><br/>He was lying in the bed within his house in Nuuk. After a moment of collecting all the memories he had, he jumped up with a handgun in his hands. The polar bears usually stayed farther to the north and east, but occasionally came down south in search of food. Caj had no idea why, but a gut instinct told him polar bears were bad. He followed gut instincts.<br/><br/>He lowered his gun when he saw what it really was. A family of hares was trying to scratch its way into his house. He let them in, and they bounded past him, towards the desk. Caj had a stash of berries there, which they seemed to have sensed. Caj didn't care.<br/><br/>After thinking for a while, attempting to remember who he was and where he was, Caj decided to take the easy route, and stepped outside."
9901,The Tyranny of Chaos (IC|PMT),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322644,2014-12-06T08:16:00,New Abrahammia,(-)
9902,The Tyranny of Chaos (IC|PMT),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322644,2014-12-06T09:49:00,Paketo,"Stephen groaned as he sat up half asleep. He blinked a few times before looking around still not fully awake. ""what? where am I?"" he asked to no one as he came to realize that he was in a unfamiliar building. Stephen got up slowly rubbing his head trying to figure out how he got here but then a though came to his head which he said out loud ""Who am I?"". Next came the memory of those words that had come from nowhere yet he was sure he had heard them. ""so what begins and what test am I in?"" Stephen asked himself searching his pockets for anything but there was nothing. on his side was holstered a pistol though which he didn't know if it was loaded or not. His wrist had a wristwatch on but those where the only things besides his clothes that he had. Stephen sighted a window on the far side of the room and walked towards it looking out the window and realizing he has on the 4th floor of some building."
9903,The Tyranny of Chaos (IC|PMT),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322644,2014-12-06T11:01:00,New Jordslag,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Kvenland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322644&amp;p=22695106#p22695106"">wrote</a>:</cite>Caj woke up to the sounds of scratching and clawing.<br/><br/>He was lying in the bed within his house in Nuuk. After a moment of collecting all the memories he had, he jumped up with a handgun in his hands.The polar bears usually stayed farther to the north and east, but occasionally came down south in search of food. Caj had no idea why, but a gut instinct told him polar bears were bad. He followed gut instincts.<br/><br/>He lowered his gun when he saw what it really was. A family of hares was trying to scratch its way into his house. He let them in, and they bounded past him, towards the desk. Caj had a stash of berries there, which they seemed to have sensed. Caj didn't care.<br/><br/>After thinking for a while, attempting to remember who he was and where he was, Caj decided to take the easy route, and stepped outside.</div></blockquote><br/>As soon as Caj stepped outside, he was battered by a Snowstorm. Along with the rest of Nuuk. For some reason, many houses in Nuuk were crumbling Ruins or entirely blown up. Caj was lucky enough to be in one that wasn't. Polar Bears walked on all fours through the streets, taking little notice of him. The largest Building still standing had some lights on, and it was possible to make some shapes out in front of it. The road Caj was currently on lead to it. Just then, a gunshot echoed throughout Nuuk, followed by another and another. There was no way of telling where the shots came from."
9904,The Tyranny of Chaos (IC|PMT),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322644,2014-12-06T12:14:00,New Abrahammia,(-)
9905,The Tyranny of Chaos (IC|PMT),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322644,2014-12-06T12:38:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Maciej Lisowski, Fagersta, <del>Konungariket Sverige</del></span></span></div><br/>It was cold. There was a voice, and it was not of his father's. That was the last that Maciej Lisowski of Poland could remember. He opened his eyes and immediately saw the boarded floor that he and his father had prepared some time ago. Though strangely, he had no idea why it was there, and why<span style=""font-style: italic"">he</span>was in here. The boy groaned softly, raised himself up on his elbows and stretched. Looking around he realized how well-lit the little shelter was. The wind from outside was still seeping in from an outlet somewhere, but it didn't bother Maciej. Instead of worrying immediately, he retained his calm demeanor and felt himself over, just to be sure that he was here. It was just that he felt so weirdly light that he assumed for a moment that he was ethereal.<br/><br/>There were several things attached to his body that weren't exactly a part of him. Maciej was aware of that, of course. Though his memory was nothing, he was still educated. Among all the things he found, one object drew his interest immediately. A holster. According to his father who was now most likely dead, the revolver that had been here belonged to his grandfather who had been to many places. Too bad Maciej couldn't recall and gloat about it. The young boy sighed deeply as he shifted into an indian style sitting position, tugging at the holster and then leaving it alone.<br/><br/>""Vad i helvete?.."" he muttered, shaking his head. He wanted something, yet he couldn't remember what it was. He could not remember how long he waited for the food his father had promised to bring back. Confused and frustrated all the the same time, though he didn't show it, Maciej headed towards the shelter's exit hatch. He knew this was the way out, since the sound of the wind was quite noticeable from beneath it. By instinct, he quickly crouched down in the snow once he had clambered out into the snow-laden forest. He also felt how dumb it was, seeing as his outfit stood out from all the white. To compensate, he hid behind rocks and trees just in case something or someone was out here. Something was telling Maciej that there was nothing to fear, yet he didn't feel safe at all. He was a survivor, and to survive was just what he was going to do."
9906,The Tyranny of Chaos (IC|PMT),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322644,2014-12-06T12:46:00,New Jordslag,"<blockquote><div><cite>Paketo <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322644&amp;p=22695857#p22695857"">wrote</a>:</cite>Stephen groaned as he sat up half asleep. He blinked a few times before looking around still not fully awake. ""what? where am I?"" he asked to no one as he came to realize that he was in a unfamiliar building. Stephen got up slowly rubbing his head trying to figure out how he got here but then a though came to his head which he said out loud ""Who am I?"". Next came the memory of those words that had come from nowhere yet he was sure he had heard them. ""so what begins and what test am I in?"" Stephen asked himself searching his pockets for anything but there was nothing. on his side was holstered a pistol though and on the other side was a large knife. His wrist had a wristwatch on but those where the only things besides his clothes that he had. Stephen sighted a window on the far side of the room and walked towards it looking out the window and realizing he has on the 4th floor of some building.</div></blockquote><br/>Outside, Dublin looked like it was in the pits of Despair. Bodies lay in the streets, unburied, Rats tore people apart, and families hid behind Iron doors. Then a Faithful Platoon came marching along, shooting Rats. While the Rats had the advantage of Numbers, they could not fight Guns, and eventually they Dispersed. The Platoon marched on, eventually disappearing from Stephen's sight. Then, a low groan came from behind Stephen on his floor."
9907,The Tyranny of Chaos (IC|PMT),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322644,2014-12-06T13:00:00,Paketo,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Jordslag <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322644&amp;p=22697811#p22697811"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Paketo <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322644&amp;p=22695857#p22695857"">wrote</a>:</cite>Stephen groaned as he sat up half asleep. He blinked a few times before looking around still not fully awake. ""what? where am I?"" he asked to no one as he came to realize that he was in a unfamiliar building. Stephen got up slowly rubbing his head trying to figure out how he got here but then a though came to his head which he said out loud ""Who am I?"". Next came the memory of those words that had come from nowhere yet he was sure he had heard them. ""so what begins and what test am I in?"" Stephen asked himself searching his pockets for anything but there was nothing. on his side was holstered a pistol though and on the other side was a large knife. His wrist had a wristwatch on but those where the only things besides his clothes that he had. Stephen sighted a window on the far side of the room and walked towards it looking out the window and realizing he has on the 4th floor of some building.</div></blockquote><br/>Outside, Dublin looked like it was in the pits of Despair. Bodies lay in the streets, unburied, Rats tore people apart, and families hid behind Iron doors. Then a Faithful Platoon came marching along, shooting Rats. While the Rats had the advantage of Numbers, they could not fight Guns, and eventually they Dispersed. The Platoon marched on, eventually disappearing from Stephen's sight. Then, a low groan came from behind Stephen on his floor.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Stephen was disgusted with the amount of bodies and felt a bit sick but that was when he noticed the platoon of soldiers marching down the street and a searing pain hit his head. He stumbled back from the window and fell to the ground holding his head. His hand grabbed something and as the pain subsided, he found it to be a army jacket with the same patch as those soldiers he saw. ""is this mine? was i with them?"" he asked himself before putting on the jacket. That was when he heard the groan and instinctively drew his pistol. ""whose there?"" he yelled"
9908,The Tyranny of Chaos (IC|PMT),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322644,2014-12-06T13:16:00,New Kvenland,"Caj was struck by the population of Nuuk. Or rather, the lack of it. It comforted him. Nothing was trying to kill him right now.<br/><br/>He decided to avoid the largest building, which he sensed was the parliament. He was starting to come to terms with who he was. For one thing, he was a sociopath. He saw the crumbling ruins of the town, and immediately started searching the ruins. Not for survivors, but for supplies and weapons.<br/><br/>The first building he entered, little more than a pile of rubble, had a small, wooden walrus figurine. right behind the doorway. He immediately grabbed for it, not understanding why. He decided to search the building for more useful items."
9909,The Tyranny of Chaos (IC|PMT),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322644,2014-12-06T13:31:00,New Abrahammia,(-)
9910,The Tyranny of Chaos (IC|PMT),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322644,2014-12-07T01:51:00,Republic of Hasgriu,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Jordslag <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322644&amp;p=22694486#p22694486"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Soldier grew weaker with each word. ""I want you... To help my family... I can't make it out... Search for a Woman named Ling..."" Then he collapsed, totally dead. He has a Rifle on his back, but it is Empty and no Magazines are within sight. His pockets, however, had not been searched...</div></blockquote><br/>As the man breathed his last breath, Zhou checked the soldier's name tag. His children would share his surname, as per Chinese tradition. It was regrettable that he only obtained his spouse's first name, however. But a clue was a clue, and he had to make his best of it. Zhou then picked up the rifle the soldier had. Unfortunately, it was completely empty. Perhaps the soldier had been attacked and exhausted all his bullets on his attacker, but what kind of creature could survive so many shots? Zhou shuddered at the thought of it. He readjusted his Cookie Monster hat, and slung the rifle across his shoulder. Just as he was about to leave, he remembered that he hadn't checked the soldier's pockets. He turned around, crouched, and began searching."
9911,The Tyranny of Chaos (IC|PMT),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322644,2014-12-07T05:57:00,New Jordslag,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Kvenland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322644&amp;p=22698142#p22698142"">wrote</a>:</cite>Caj was struck by the population of Nuuk. Or rather, the lack of it. It comforted him. Nothing was trying to kill him right now.<br/><br/>He decided to avoid the largest building, which he sensed was the parliament. He was starting to come to terms with who he was. For one thing, he was a sociopath. He saw the crumbling ruins of the town, and immediately started searching the ruins. Not for survivors, but for supplies and weapons. <br/><br/>The first building he entered, little more than a pile of rubble, had a small, wooden walrus figurine. right behind the doorway. He immediately grabbed for it, not understanding why. He decided to search the building for more useful items.</div></blockquote><br/>Inside the crumbling building, he found a couple of Greenlandic men around a campfire, with their guns in hand. They whipped around to raise them at him, then realized he was Human and calmed down. ""Welcome to Nuuk."" The taller one of them said. ""Bombed and taken by the Faithful and Scholars since the beginning of their war. Then they turned back to their campfire."
9912,The Tyranny of Chaos (IC|PMT),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322644,2014-12-07T06:17:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Maciej Lisowski, Fagersta, <del>Konungariket Sverige</del></span></span></div><br/>As he wandered along through the forest of white, Maciej ran into something that looked fairly interesting. It was somewhat round and had teeth. Perhaps he could use it as some sort of defense? Unfortunately, he had no idea that this thing was a bear trap. And he was no bear. Touching this object would either kill Maciej or force him to leave his hand behind. He didn't know that, of course. He had lost all his memory and most of what his father had taught him.<br/><br/>The young boy curiously reached out to touch the middle of the trap, of all places, but was distracted by another sound from his left. He drew his hand away from the nasty-looking toothed object. Phew. But now, Maciej faced another danger. Perhaps one worse than the bear trap itself. Standing several meters from him was a thinning male brown bear. It salivated at the sight of the young boy who seemed to have no idea what this large, bulky creature was. Propelled by hunger, the bear lunged forward in Maciej's direction. He flinched and fell on his rump, panting. The boy closed his eyes, preparing himself for the pain of being mauled by the vicious looking lump of brown, but it didn't come. At least, not immediately.<br/><br/>There was a brief howl of pain, and Maciej opened his eyes. There was the bear, trying to push the bear trap off of its left front foot. It was tightly clamped onto its toes. The creature, now furious, roared loud. Desperate, hungry, and in pain, it snapped at Maciej who was still within its reach. The boy screamed, writhed, kicked. The bears jaws were tightening around his right ankle which he had not been quick enough to pull away from the angry ursine.<br/><br/>""Hjälp! Hjälp, snälla!"" he wailed, tears forming in his eyes as the bear pulled him closer. Due to the frequent streams of pain shooting up his nerves, Maciej felt dizzy, as if he was going to collapse. But he didn't want to die. It wasn't fair. Supporting himself on his elbows, he quickly looked around and saw a stone. It was light enough that he could lift it with one hand. The bear was too busy pulling at its prey's shoes that it didn't see the stone coming. Maciej brought it down against the bear's muzzle as hard as he could, sending it barreling backwards into a tree. That made it angrier, but Maciej now had a chance to flee, and he took it. Leaving a trail of blood through the snow, the poor child hunkered down in what looked like a fox's den and rested. He cried for a few minutes, unsure of what he now was to do."
9913,The Tyranny of Chaos (IC|PMT),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322644&start=25,2014-12-07T08:03:00,New Jordslag,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322644&amp;p=22708106#p22708106"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Maciej Lisowski, Fagersta, <del>Konungariket Sverige</del></span></span></div><br/>As he wandered along through the forest of white, Maciej ran into something that looked fairly interesting. It was somewhat round and had teeth. Perhaps he could use it as some sort of defense? Unfortunately, he had no idea that this thing was a bear trap. And he was no bear. Touching this object would either kill Maciej or force him to leave his hand behind. He didn't know that, of course. He had lost all his memory and most of what his father had taught him. <br/><br/>The young boy curiously reached out to touch the middle of the trap, of all places, but was distracted by another sound from his left. He drew his hand away from the nasty-looking toothed object. Phew. But now, Maciej faced another danger. Perhaps one worse than the bear trap itself. Standing several meters from him was a thinning male brown bear. It salivated at the sight of the young boy who seemed to have no idea what this large, bulky creature was. Propelled by hunger, the bear lunged forward in Maciej's direction. He flinched and fell on his rump, panting. The boy closed his eyes, preparing himself for the pain of being mauled by the vicious looking lump of brown, but it didn't come. At least, not immediately. <br/><br/>There was a brief howl of pain, and Maciej opened his eyes. There was the bear, trying to push the bear trap off of its left front foot. It was tightly clamped onto its toes. The creature, now furious, roared loud. Desperate, hungry, and in pain, it snapped at Maciej who was still within its reach. The boy screamed, writhed, kicked. The bears jaws were tightening around his right ankle which he had not been quick enough to pull away from the angry ursine. <br/><br/>""Hjälp! Hjälp, snälla!"" he wailed, tears forming in his eyes as the bear pulled him closer. Due to the frequent streams of pain shooting up his nerves, Maciej felt dizzy, as if he was going to collapse. But he didn't want to die. It wasn't fair. Supporting himself on his elbows, he quickly looked around and saw a stone. It was light enough that he could lift it with one hand. The bear was too busy pulling at its prey's shoes that it didn't see the stone coming. Maciej brought it down against the bear's muzzle as hard as he could, sending it barreling backwards into a tree. That made it angrier, but Maciej now had a chance to flee, and he took it. Leaving a trail of blood through the snow, the poor child hunkered down in what looked like a fox's den and rested. He cried for a few minutes, unsure of what he now was to do.</div></blockquote><br/>Inside the den was a large, armed, German. He had the Mark of the Scholars on his hand. With that hand, he held a Rifle. ""God dag. Kan jag hjälpa dig?"" He said, in terribly accented Swedish. Then he noticed the bear, and crawled out of the hole, turning briefly to Maciej to say: ""Stanna här . Jag kommer att döda den. Inte dö ."" Then he began shooting at the bear."
9914,The Tyranny of Chaos (IC|PMT),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322644&start=25,2014-12-07T08:05:00,New Jordslag,"<blockquote><div><cite>Paketo <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322644&amp;p=22697968#p22697968"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Jordslag <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322644&amp;p=22697811#p22697811"">wrote</a>:</cite>Outside, Dublin looked like it was in the pits of Despair. Bodies lay in the streets, unburied, Rats tore people apart, and families hid behind Iron doors. Then a Faithful Platoon came marching along, shooting Rats. While the Rats had the advantage of Numbers, they could not fight Guns, and eventually they Dispersed. The Platoon marched on, eventually disappearing from Stephen's sight. Then, a low groan came from behind Stephen on his floor.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Stephen was disgusted with the amount of bodies and felt a bit sick but that was when he noticed the platoon of soldiers marching down the street and a searing pain hit his head. He stumbled back from the window and fell to the ground holding his head. His hand grabbed something and as the pain subsided, he found it to be a army jacket with the same patch as those soldiers he saw. ""is this mine? was i with them?"" he asked himself before putting on the jacket. That was when he heard the groan and instinctively drew his pistol. ""whose there?"" he yelled</div></blockquote><br/>It came from the corner of the building, where a small man in a Scientists outfit was bleeding from his Forehead, and had obviously been hit by something several times. He was conscious enough to realize Stephen was there. ""Don't... Hurt me. I am a Scientist. Come over here, quick."" He motioned with his hand for Stephen to come over, his face looking terrified of something."
9915,The Tyranny of Chaos (IC|PMT),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322644&start=25,2014-12-07T08:42:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Maciej Lisowski, Fagersta, <del>Konungariket Sverige</del></span></span></div><br/>Maciej was surprised to hear a voice from somewhere near him. He gasped and recoiled in fear, scooting towards the den exit on his tiny ass. He looked ready to dash off into the sunset, wherever that was, but he stopped upon hearing Swedish words. This random person had said for him not to die, as if that was in his control, then trudged out into the snow to fire shots at the hungry male bear. It was dead after a few hits to its head and ribcage, as it didn't have the chance to run. The bear trap slowed it down, giving the German an opportunity to put it down.<br/><br/>Maciej did as he was told, staying inside the den. He had forgotten about what his father said about not talking to strangers and killing them instead. That man had some kind of symbol on the back of his palm, but Maciej couldn't really care at the moment. He was in pain, clutching at his mangled ankle and biting back his tears. The cloth there hadn't been terribly shredded, but his flesh, oh his flesh. It was torn and bloody. Maciej stopped staring at it and wondered if his leg would ever look normal again.<br/><br/>The pain continued to creep up until it was at Maciej's thighs. His hands began to tremble and loosen around his ankle. The sound coming from the bulky man's rifle reminded him of something... But he couldn't put his finger on it. He had a feeling that he loved to do that thing... But there was nothing there. He had forgotten."
9916,The Tyranny of Chaos (IC|PMT),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322644&start=25,2014-12-07T08:47:00,New Jordslag,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322644&amp;p=22709102#p22709102"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Maciej Lisowski, Fagersta, <del>Konungariket Sverige</del></span></span></div><br/>Maciej was surprised to hear a voice from somewhere near him. He gasped and recoiled in fear, scooting towards the den exit on his tiny ass. He looked ready to dash off into the sunset, wherever that was, but he stopped upon hearing Swedish words. This random person had said for him not to die, as if that was in his control, then trudged out into the snow to fire shots at the hungry male bear. It was dead after a few hits to its head and ribcage, as it didn't have the chance to run. The bear trap slowed it down, giving the German an opportunity to put it down.<br/><br/>Maciej did as he was told, staying inside the den. He had forgotten about what his father said about not talking to strangers and killing them instead. That man had some kind of symbol on the back of his palm, but Maciej couldn't really care at the moment. He was in pain, clutching at his mangled ankle and biting back his tears. The cloth there hadn't been terribly shredded, but his flesh, oh his flesh. It was torn and bloody. Maciej stopped staring at it and wondered if his leg would ever look normal again.<br/><br/>The pain continued to creep up until it was at Maciej's thighs. His hands began to tremble and loosen around his ankle. The sound coming from the bulky man's rifle reminded him of something... But he couldn't put his finger on it. He had a feeling that he loved to do that thing... But there was nothing there. He had forgotten.</div></blockquote><br/>The German walked back in, Rifle still smoking. ""Du kommer att bli bra nu . Bara inte flytta ditt ben."" He said. He then sat next to Maciej, silent for a while. Then he turned to Maciej again. ""Ledsen för det . Björnarna är överallt dessa dagar . De lärda utplacerade mig här för att skydda civila."" He thought for a bit, then said: ""Talar du tyska?"""
9917,The Tyranny of Chaos (IC|PMT),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322644&start=25,2014-12-07T12:36:00,Paketo,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Jordslag <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322644&amp;p=22708700#p22708700"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Paketo <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322644&amp;p=22697968#p22697968"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Stephen was disgusted with the amount of bodies and felt a bit sick but that was when he noticed the platoon of soldiers marching down the street and a searing pain hit his head. He stumbled back from the window and fell to the ground holding his head. His hand grabbed something and as the pain subsided, he found it to be a army jacket with the same patch as those soldiers he saw. ""is this mine? was i with them?"" he asked himself before putting on the jacket. That was when he heard the groan and instinctively drew his pistol. ""whose there?"" he yelled</div></blockquote><br/>It came from the corner of the building, where a small man in a Scientists outfit was bleeding from his Forehead, and had obviously been hit by something several times. He was conscious enough to realize Stephen was there. ""Don't... Hurt me. I am a Scientist. Come over here, quick."" He motioned with his hand for Stephen to come over, his face looking terrified of something.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Stephen advanced towards the men with his pistol still aimed at the man. Even if it wasn't loaded, it could stop this guy from trying something. ""If your a scientist then what are you doing here?"" Asked Stephen never lowering his pistol ""you are in a abandoned building and injured, why?"""
9918,The Tyranny of Chaos (IC|PMT),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322644&start=25,2014-12-07T13:11:00,Ameriganastan,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Dwayne Greene, 6 miles outside Sparks, Nevada.</span></span></div><br/><br/>A haggard looking man in a cave stirred from his nightly slumber. The walls around him were covered in insane and paranoid writings and drawings. Only a whackjob could decipher what, if anything they meant. Problem being, the resident wasn't a whackjob anymore.<br/><br/>""Hello? Is anyone here?""<br/><br/>He sat there for a short while, examining his surroundings.<br/><br/>""Wow. Whoever lives here is seriously off his nut. Why he brought me...wait...who is me anyway?""<br/><br/>It suddenly dawned on him. He couldn't remember jack about himself. No memories, no name, not even what he looked like. He patted himself down to get his bearings.<br/><br/>""Well, I obviously haven't shaved in quite some time. Or bathed from the smell of things...who is Mr. Pokeybutt?""<br/><br/>That was the only semi-coherent thing written on the walls. The answer soon crawled up his arm. A bark scorpion, which made itself at home on his shoulder.<br/><br/>""I guess you're Mr. Pokeybutt. Well, your owner appears to be gone. I guess you're with me.""<br/><br/>He rose from his seat, exiting his dank cave into the scorching sands outside.<br/><br/>""Well, I have no idea who I am, where I come from or why I woke up here. I guess I'll start looking for answers...that way."""
9919,The Tyranny of Chaos (IC|PMT),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322644&start=25,2014-12-07T14:02:00,The Howling Claw Monkeys,"I awoke, cold, hungry, thirsty, hurting. I stood up, looking where I was, I saw tall buildings, a massive body of water, and a very long road. I was confused, I struggled to make a connection of where I was, nope not a thing I could remember. The place did seem familiar, but I couldn't recognize it. I saw a bridge, I started to walk over there, limping. As I neared the bridge, I noticed that on the ground there was writing it said,""Site of Fort Dearborn."" I continued on, maybe this area might be important. I walked again moving on, I looked up though, I saw a building, it had writing that was beginning to deteriorate. I looked really hard, I think it said Trump. I walked to the entrance, the door was unlocked, but looked in good shape, no damage. I entered inside and felt something on the wall, the room was somewhat dark. It was a switch, I flicked it and lights came on, in front of me was large room. The switch didn't seem like it was supposed to be there, I felt like someone had been here, someone evil that did not belong here. Nevertheless I continued on and found an elevator, I entered and chose a random number, 83. The elevator rose..."
9920,The Tyranny of Chaos (IC|PMT),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322644&start=25,2014-12-07T19:55:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Maciej Lisowski, Fagersta, <del>Konungariket Sverige</del></span></span></div><br/>Just then the large man returned to the den and told Maciej not to move his legs. He couldn't move that anyway, so doing that was pretty easy. Tears blurred his view as he continued to squeeze his thighs, believing that doing so was slightly soothing the pain. Looking up at the man, Maciej sniffled and moved himself so that he was closer to the den's wall and was able to lean against it.<br/><br/>""Lärda?"" he said in a curious tone, then looked back down at his leg. It appeared worse from this angle. ""Har ni några bandage?""<br/>he pleaded, feeling tempted to tear a piece of his clothing. Clothes weren't much of a problem at this point. What was on his inside was more important than what he had outside, at the moment.<br/><br/>To the German's question, Maciej nodded. ""Ja. Ich weiß, wie man Deutsch sprechen. Ich kann auf Englisch, Polnisch, Schwedisch und Niederländisch zu sprechen, ebenso."" he replied quickly, making no mistakes and having the right accent and intensity."
9921,The Tyranny of Chaos (IC|PMT),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322644&start=25,2014-12-07T20:30:00,New Kvenland,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Jordslag <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322644&amp;p=22708022#p22708022"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Kvenland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322644&amp;p=22698142#p22698142"">wrote</a>:</cite><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Caj was struck by the population of Nuuk. Or rather, the lack of it. It comforted him. Nothing was trying to kill him right now.<br/><br/>He decided to avoid the largest building, which he sensed was the parliament. He was starting to come to terms with who he was. For one thing, he was a sociopath. He saw the crumbling ruins of the town, and immediately started searching the ruins. Not for survivors, but for supplies and weapons. <br/><br/>The first building he entered, little more than a pile of rubble, had a small, wooden walrus figurine. right behind the doorway. He immediately grabbed for it, not understanding why. He decided to search the building for more useful items.</div></div></div></div></blockquote><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Inside the crumbling building, he found a couple of Greenlandic men around a campfire, with their guns in hand. They whipped around to raise them at him, then realized he was Human and calmed down. ""Welcome to Nuuk."" The taller one of them said. ""Bombed and taken by the Faithful and Scholars since the beginning of their war. Then they turned back to their campfire.</div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">So this place is called Nuuk,</span>Caj thought. ""What happened here? Why is everything about to collapse? And- and who were the people in the larger building, over there?"" Caj motioned towards the large building."
9922,The Tyranny of Chaos (IC|PMT),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322644&start=25,2014-12-08T14:26:00,New Jordslag,"<blockquote><div><cite>Paketo <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322644&amp;p=22712111#p22712111"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Jordslag <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322644&amp;p=22708700#p22708700"">wrote</a>:</cite>It came from the corner of the building, where a small man in a Scientists outfit was bleeding from his Forehead, and had obviously been hit by something several times. He was conscious enough to realize Stephen was there. ""Don't... Hurt me. I am a Scientist. Come over here, quick."" He motioned with his hand for Stephen to come over, his face looking terrified of something.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Stephen advanced towards the men with his pistol still aimed at the man. Even if it wasn't loaded, it could stop this guy from trying something. ""If your a scientist then what are you doing here?"" Asked Stephen never lowering his pistol ""you are in a abandoned building and injured, why?""</div></blockquote><br/>The Scientist just chuckled. ""Do you not realize what nation you are in, boy? This is a nation that fears nothing but god. And they kill scientists that disagree with God."" Then he put on some glasses that he had taken out of his pocket. ""Ah, but I am being rude. My name is Maxwell. I was here doing research in secret, believing my science could improve this nation. But just today, I was sold out by a friend and they beat me, and assumed I was dead. They may be right. My legs were cut off."" He said. Then he lifted his jeans, revealing stumps where his lower legs used to be. ""Unless somebody helps me, I will eventually die. I can't move myself. Can you help me?"""
9923,The Tyranny of Chaos (IC|PMT),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322644&start=25,2014-12-08T14:28:00,New Jordslag,"<blockquote><div><cite>Ameriganastan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322644&amp;p=22712596#p22712596"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Dwayne Greene, 6 miles outside Sparks, Nevada.</span></span></div><br/><br/>A haggard looking man in a cave stirred from his nightly slumber. The walls around him were covered in insane and paranoid writings and drawings. Only a whackjob could decipher what, if anything they meant. Problem being, the resident wasn't a whackjob anymore.<br/><br/>""Hello? Is anyone here?""<br/><br/>He sat there for a short while, examining his surroundings. <br/><br/>""Wow. Whoever lives here is seriously off his nut. Why he brought me...wait...who is me anyway?""<br/><br/>It suddenly dawned on him. He couldn't remember jack about himself. No memories, no name, not even what he looked like. He patted himself down to get his bearings.<br/><br/>""Well, I obviously haven't shaved in quite some time. Or bathed from the smell of things...who is Mr. Pokeybutt?""<br/><br/>That was the only semi-coherent thing written on the walls. The answer soon crawled up his arm. A bark scorpion, which made itself at home on his shoulder.<br/><br/>""I guess you're Mr. Pokeybutt. Well, your owner appears to be gone. I guess you're with me.""<br/><br/>He rose from his seat, exiting his dank cave into the scorching sands outside.<br/><br/>""Well, I have no idea who I am, where I come from or why I woke up here. I guess I'll start looking for answers...that way.""</div></blockquote><br/>Outside in the sands, engines roared in the distance, and often gunfire soon followed. At one point, a Pickup passed him. However, it didn't see him, and soon vanished into the distance. Suddenly, there was a buzzing on the ground next to him. It sounded like a radio."
9924,The Tyranny of Chaos (IC|PMT),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322644&start=25,2014-12-08T14:32:00,New Jordslag,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322644&amp;p=22718679#p22718679"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Maciej Lisowski, Fagersta, <del>Konungariket Sverige</del></span></span></div><br/>Just then the large man returned to the den and told Maciej not to move his legs. He couldn't move that anyway, so doing that was pretty easy. Tears blurred his view as he continued to squeeze his thighs, believing that doing so was slightly soothing the pain. Looking up at the man, Maciej sniffled and moved himself so that he was closer to the den's wall and was able to lean against it.<br/><br/>""Lärda?"" he said in a curious tone, then looked back down at his leg. It appeared worse from this angle. ""Har ni några bandage?""<br/>he pleaded, feeling tempted to tear a piece of his clothing. Clothes weren't much of a problem at this point. What was on his inside was more important than what he had outside, at the moment.<br/><br/>To the German's question, Maciej nodded. ""Ja. Ich weiß, wie man Deutsch sprechen. Ich kann auf Englisch, Polnisch, Schwedisch und Niederländisch zu sprechen, ebenso."" he replied quickly, making no mistakes and having the right accent and intensity.</div></blockquote><br/>The German nodded, speaking no more. He bandaged up his leg, eventually stopping the bleeding. Then he looked up. ""Gute. Das heißt, zu Ihnen zu sprechen wird einfacher."" He said, in perfect German. ""Ich werde Sie so weit wie meine Basis zu nehmen, aber von dort aus kann ich dir nicht weiter zu nehmen."" Then he hauled Maciej onto his back, marching out into the snowy wastes."
9925,The Tyranny of Chaos (IC|PMT),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322644&start=25,2014-12-08T14:35:00,New Jordslag,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Kvenland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322644&amp;p=22719101#p22719101"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Jordslag <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322644&amp;p=22708022#p22708022"">wrote</a>:</cite><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Inside the crumbling building, he found a couple of Greenlandic men around a campfire, with their guns in hand. They whipped around to raise them at him, then realized he was Human and calmed down. ""Welcome to Nuuk."" The taller one of them said. ""Bombed and taken by the Faithful and Scholars since the beginning of their war. Then they turned back to their campfire.</div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">So this place is called Nuuk,</span> Caj thought. ""What happened here? Why is everything about to collapse? And- and who were the people in the larger building, over there?"" Caj motioned towards the large building.</div></blockquote><br/>One of the men laughed. ""You obviously didn't get top scores in class, boy."" One of them said. ""Why, it's one of the most famous buildings in Nuuk. It's the Parliament Building. Currently under the control of the Faithful, but everybody says a Scholar invasion is imminent. It might be a good thing if they won. I don't think I can stand those preachers spewing their religion any longer."" The other man grunted in agreement, then got up. He was a full foot taller then Caj. ""Little man, this city is falling apart. It keeps getting Bombed and invaded. Me and my friend, here, are just forming an armed group to survive. We were just about to move to the North, where it's safer. You wanna come, little man?"" He said to Caj."
9926,The Tyranny of Chaos (IC|PMT),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322644&start=25,2014-12-08T15:15:00,Paketo,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Jordslag <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322644&amp;p=22727091#p22727091"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Paketo <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322644&amp;p=22712111#p22712111"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Stephen advanced towards the men with his pistol still aimed at the man. Even if it wasn't loaded, it could stop this guy from trying something. ""If your a scientist then what are you doing here?"" Asked Stephen never lowering his pistol ""you are in a abandoned building and injured, why?""</div></blockquote><br/>The Scientist just chuckled. ""Do you not realize what nation you are in, boy? This is a nation that fears nothing but god. And they kill scientists that disagree with God."" Then he put on some glasses that he had taken out of his pocket. ""Ah, but I am being rude. My name is Maxwell. I was here doing research in secret, believing my science could improve this nation. But just today, I was sold out by a friend and they beat me, and assumed I was dead. They may be right. My legs were cut off."" He said. Then he lifted his jeans, revealing stumps where his lower legs used to be. ""Unless somebody helps me, I will eventually die. I can't move myself. Can you help me?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Stephen holstered his pistol deciding this man was no threat with no legs. ""fine, i'll help you but in exchange, you will tell me all you know about this place as i seem to have lost my memory. So we have a deal Maxwell?"" said Stephen moving his hand his hand down to the man. It was a risk to trust the guy but if he could help unravel why he had no memory then Stephen would take the chance. ""oh, and you can call me sarge"" said Stephen as an after though once he put his hand down to Maxwell. Sarge, he didn't know why but it just felt like a name he was used to but that couldn't possibly be his name....could it."
9927,The Tyranny of Chaos (IC|PMT),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322644&start=25,2014-12-08T15:24:00,Ameriganastan,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Jordslag <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322644&amp;p=22727114#p22727114"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Ameriganastan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322644&amp;p=22712596#p22712596"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Dwayne Greene, 6 miles outside Sparks, Nevada.</span></span></div><br/><br/>A haggard looking man in a cave stirred from his nightly slumber. The walls around him were covered in insane and paranoid writings and drawings. Only a whackjob could decipher what, if anything they meant. Problem being, the resident wasn't a whackjob anymore.<br/><br/>""Hello? Is anyone here?""<br/><br/>He sat there for a short while, examining his surroundings. <br/><br/>""Wow. Whoever lives here is seriously off his nut. Why he brought me...wait...who is me anyway?""<br/><br/>It suddenly dawned on him. He couldn't remember jack about himself. No memories, no name, not even what he looked like. He patted himself down to get his bearings.<br/><br/>""Well, I obviously haven't shaved in quite some time. Or bathed from the smell of things...who is Mr. Pokeybutt?""<br/><br/>That was the only semi-coherent thing written on the walls. The answer soon crawled up his arm. A bark scorpion, which made itself at home on his shoulder.<br/><br/>""I guess you're Mr. Pokeybutt. Well, your owner appears to be gone. I guess you're with me.""<br/><br/>He rose from his seat, exiting his dank cave into the scorching sands outside.<br/><br/>""Well, I have no idea who I am, where I come from or why I woke up here. I guess I'll start looking for answers...that way.""</div></blockquote><br/>Outside in the sands, engines roared in the distance, and often gunfire soon followed. At one point, a Pickup passed him. However, it didn't see him, and soon vanished into the distance. Suddenly, there was a buzzing on the ground next to him. It sounded like a radio.</div></blockquote><br/>""You hear that, Mr. Pokeybutt? I think there's something in the sand.""<br/><br/>He knelt down, digging through the sand until he found the source of the buzzing.<br/><br/>""Uh...is it talking to me?""<br/><br/>He picked it up out of the sand, shaking it and putting it near his mouth.<br/><br/>""Hello? Is someone in this thing?"""
9928,The Tyranny of Chaos (IC|PMT),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322644&start=25,2014-12-09T06:50:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Maciej Lisowski, Fagersta, Konungariket Sverige</span></span></div><br/>""Das ist in Ordnung, danke."" replied Maciej. His German was just as good, though it felt strange on his tongue not to be speaking either Swedish or Polish. He yelped in shock as the large man suddenly lifted him up onto his back and headed out. Wondering where or what this base looked like, Maciej sighed softly, wrapping his arms around the man's neck. He had to, otherwise he would fall. They went along through the snow past the dead male bear, not with the snow around him turning red. Small crows had begun to gather, but flew off as the man trudged by with Maciej on his back.<br/><br/>""Wie ist dein Name, Sir?"" Maciej asked a little later. He was obviously not paying much attention to what was ahead of him, as he was quite fascinated with the rest of the world, though his leg felt both numb and sore. Now that he had the time, he realized how beautiful this place was. There were these little white specks drifting down to the ground, covering most parts of it. Maciej wasn't sure what to call this blanket of soft wet stuff, so he made a mental note to ask the man about it later."
9929,The Tyranny of Chaos (IC|PMT),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322644&start=25,2014-12-09T09:06:00,New Kvenland,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Jordslag <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322644&amp;p=22727207#p22727207"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Kvenland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322644&amp;p=22719101#p22719101"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-style: italic"">So this place is called Nuuk,</span> Caj thought. ""What happened here? Why is everything about to collapse? And- and who were the people in the larger building, over there?"" Caj motioned towards the large building.</div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">One of the men laughed. ""You obviously didn't get top scores in class, boy."" One of them said. ""Why, it's one of the most famous buildings in Nuuk. It's the Parliament Building. Currently under the control of the Faithful, but everybody says a Scholar invasion is imminent. It might be a good thing if they won. I don't think I can stand those preachers spewing their religion any longer."" The other man grunted in agreement, then got up. He was a full foot taller then Caj. ""Little man, this city is falling apart. It keeps getting Bombed and invaded. Me and my friend, here, are just forming an armed group to survive. We were just about to move to the North, where it's safer. You wanna come, little man?"" He said to Caj.</div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/><br/>Caj considered his options. It was either stay in Nuuk, risk being killed in a bombing or an animal attack, or leave for safer regions, and risk being killed by psychopaths or an animal attack. Caj decided to question further before dropping everything and leaving.<br/><br/>""Where will you be going?"" he asked. ""Will there be a sure supply of food and water? Are there any governmental fights over the land up there?"""
9930,The Tyranny of Chaos (IC|PMT),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322644&start=25,2014-12-10T16:34:00,New Jordslag,"<blockquote><div><cite>Paketo <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322644&amp;p=22727728#p22727728"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Jordslag <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322644&amp;p=22727091#p22727091"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Scientist just chuckled. ""Do you not realize what nation you are in, boy? This is a nation that fears nothing but god. And they kill scientists that disagree with God."" Then he put on some glasses that he had taken out of his pocket. ""Ah, but I am being rude. My name is Maxwell. I was here doing research in secret, believing my science could improve this nation. But just today, I was sold out by a friend and they beat me, and assumed I was dead. They may be right. My legs were cut off."" He said. Then he lifted his jeans, revealing stumps where his lower legs used to be. ""Unless somebody helps me, I will eventually die. I can't move myself. Can you help me?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Stephen holstered his pistol deciding this man was no threat with no legs. ""fine, i'll help you but in exchange, you will tell me all you know about this place as i seem to have lost my memory. So we have a deal Maxwell?"" said Stephen moving his hand his hand down to the man. It was a risk to trust the guy but if he could help unravel why he had no memory then Stephen would take the chance. ""oh, and you can call me sarge"" said Stephen as an after though once he put his hand down to Maxwell. Sarge, he didn't know why but it just felt like a name he was used to but that couldn't possibly be his name....could it.</div></blockquote><br/>""We do indeed, my friend."" Maxwell smiled and grabbed his hand. ""And I may even be able to figure out why you lost your memory. Oh, and while carrying me, you may want to avoid any armed person. Any person at all, really. If they find you with me, we are both dead."""
9931,The Tyranny of Chaos (IC|PMT),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322644&start=25,2014-12-10T16:38:00,New Jordslag,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Kvenland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322644&amp;p=22736048#p22736048"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Jordslag <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322644&amp;p=22727207#p22727207"">wrote</a>:</cite><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">One of the men laughed. ""You obviously didn't get top scores in class, boy."" One of them said. ""Why, it's one of the most famous buildings in Nuuk. It's the Parliament Building. Currently under the control of the Faithful, but everybody says a Scholar invasion is imminent. It might be a good thing if they won. I don't think I can stand those preachers spewing their religion any longer."" The other man grunted in agreement, then got up. He was a full foot taller then Caj. ""Little man, this city is falling apart. It keeps getting Bombed and invaded. Me and my friend, here, are just forming an armed group to survive. We were just about to move to the North, where it's safer. You wanna come, little man?"" He said to Caj.</div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/><br/>Caj considered his options. It was either stay in Nuuk, risk being killed in a bombing or an animal attack, or leave for safer regions, and risk being killed by psychopaths or an animal attack. Caj decided to question further before dropping everything and leaving.<br/><br/>""Where will you be going?"" he asked. ""Will there be a sure supply of food and water? Are there any governmental fights over the land up there?""</div></blockquote><br/>""One question at a time, Little Man."" The tall one said. ""First off, we are going to Northern Greenland, like we said, to join our tribe. Second off, there is, but only if you catch it yourself. There is a ton of wildlife up there, but only those who can catch their own food are allowed to survive. Third off, there isn't. When one force takes Nuuk, as they both eventually do, we just surrender to them. Nobody has been killed there by the war since the war began."" The other man extinguished the fire. Once he got up, it became clear he was actually shorter than Caj. He handed Caj a pistol. ""You come with us, boy, you go armed."" Then he strolled out. The other man stayed behind. ""Are you coming, Little Man?"""
9932,The Tyranny of Chaos (IC|PMT),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322644&start=25,2014-12-10T16:41:00,New Jordslag,"<blockquote><div><cite>Ameriganastan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322644&amp;p=22727866#p22727866"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Jordslag <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322644&amp;p=22727114#p22727114"">wrote</a>:</cite>Outside in the sands, engines roared in the distance, and often gunfire soon followed. At one point, a Pickup passed him. However, it didn't see him, and soon vanished into the distance. Suddenly, there was a buzzing on the ground next to him. It sounded like a radio.</div></blockquote><br/>""You hear that, Mr. Pokeybutt? I think there's something in the sand.""<br/><br/>He knelt down, digging through the sand until he found the source of the buzzing.<br/><br/>""Uh...is it talking to me?""<br/><br/>He picked it up out of the sand, shaking it and putting it near his mouth.<br/><br/>""Hello? Is someone in this thing?""</div></blockquote><br/>There was more static for a bit, then finally a channel came through. Somebody sighed on the other end. ""Finally, I got through."" They said. ""Now then, whoever this is must be very confused right now. Do not worry. Just trust me. I left this radio there on purpose. I have a question for you: Do you want to live?"""
9933,The Tyranny of Chaos (IC|PMT),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322644&start=25,2014-12-10T20:34:00,Paketo,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Jordslag <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322644&amp;p=22752280#p22752280"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Paketo <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322644&amp;p=22727728#p22727728"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Stephen holstered his pistol deciding this man was no threat with no legs. ""fine, i'll help you but in exchange, you will tell me all you know about this place as i seem to have lost my memory. So we have a deal Maxwell?"" said Stephen moving his hand his hand down to the man. It was a risk to trust the guy but if he could help unravel why he had no memory then Stephen would take the chance. ""oh, and you can call me sarge"" said Stephen as an after though once he put his hand down to Maxwell. Sarge, he didn't know why but it just felt like a name he was used to but that couldn't possibly be his name....could it.</div></blockquote><br/>""We do indeed, my friend."" Maxwell smiled and grabbed his hand. ""And I may even be able to figure out why you lost your memory. Oh, and while carrying me, you may want to avoid any armed person. Any person at all, really. If they find you with me, we are both dead.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""well thats good to now"" said Stephen hoisting Maxwell onto his shoulders in a dead man carry position. It came naturally to him which perplexed Stephen as did that mean that he had military training<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Was I a soldier like those men? Good not being able to remember anything is making my head hurt""</span>thought Stephen to himself. ""well her we go Maxwell Said Stephen as he began to walk down a stairwell near the back of the room."
9934,The Tyranny of Chaos (IC|PMT),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322644&start=25,2014-12-10T20:37:00,Ameriganastan,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Jordslag <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322644&amp;p=22752365#p22752365"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Ameriganastan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322644&amp;p=22727866#p22727866"">wrote</a>:</cite>""You hear that, Mr. Pokeybutt? I think there's something in the sand.""<br/><br/>He knelt down, digging through the sand until he found the source of the buzzing.<br/><br/>""Uh...is it talking to me?""<br/><br/>He picked it up out of the sand, shaking it and putting it near his mouth.<br/><br/>""Hello? Is someone in this thing?""</div></blockquote><br/>There was more static for a bit, then finally a channel came through. Somebody sighed on the other end. ""Finally, I got through."" They said. ""Now then, whoever this is must be very confused right now. Do not worry. Just trust me. I left this radio there on purpose. I have a question for you: Do you want to live?""</div></blockquote><br/>He oddly thought about this question for a few minutes.<br/><br/>""I suppose I do. I mean, I'd rather not die not knowing who I am, where I'm from or why i woke up in a cave. That'd be kind of disappointing.""<br/><br/>He sat down in the sand.<br/><br/>""So, uh...do you have a name, mysterious voice person?"""
9935,The Tyranny of Chaos (IC|PMT),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322644&start=25,2014-12-13T07:54:00,New Kvenland,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Jordslag <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322644&amp;p=22752339#p22752339"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Kvenland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322644&amp;p=22736048#p22736048"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Caj considered his options. It was either stay in Nuuk, risk being killed in a bombing or an animal attack, or leave for safer regions, and risk being killed by psychopaths or an animal attack. Caj decided to question further before dropping everything and leaving.<br/><br/>""Where will you be going?"" he asked. ""Will there be a sure supply of food and water? Are there any governmental fights over the land up there?""</div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">""One question at a time, Little Man."" The tall one said. ""First off, we are going to Northern Greenland, like we said, to join our tribe. Second off, there is, but only if you catch it yourself. There is a ton of wildlife up there, but only those who can catch their own food are allowed to survive. Third off, there isn't. When one force takes Nuuk, as they both eventually do, we just surrender to them. Nobody has been killed there by the war since the war began."" The other man extinguished the fire. Once he got up, it became clear he was actually shorter than Caj. He handed Caj a pistol. ""You come with us, boy, you go armed."" Then he strolled out. The other man stayed behind. ""Are you coming, Little Man?""</div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Screw it,</span>Caj thought. ""Yeah, I'll be out in a second."" He put the pistol in the back of his trousers, and followed the men outside. He prayed there was no-one he was leaving behind..."
9936,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712,2014-12-06T12:58:00,Pinki3 Pon-3,"<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322167"" rel=""nofollow"">OOC</a><br/><br/>The sun rose slowly over the City Vaughn. Dirigibles shimmered, resplendant in the early morning light like metal clouds. Transfer cables hung from these clouds, filling in for the earthbound driveways. The steam from the core rose from the large smokestacks, light, white and fluffy with a few wisps of smoke mixed in. Metal arms outside the building grabbed pieces of metal from the scrapyard surrounding the core, pulling it into the core to be melted down and reformed into machines and servants. Massive rolling sweepers were returning to the core after cleaning the streets. Floating surveillance orbs chugged around the sky, their steam clouds chopped up into wispy trails by their spinning propellers. A faint ticking marked the turning of the recording cylinder which recorded the sounds fed into the funnel underneath. A few optic apertures adjusted now and again as images were burned into photographic film. Life in the city continued as it had before. Another murder on the outskirts of town. A SECA killing on the plantations, stories of abuse, theft, greed and hatred ran strife around the city. Plantation slaves awoke to the sounds of yelling taskmasters and clanging bells. The living part of the city rose from its slumber, joining with the machine to carry on its life, unaware that change was coming.<br/><br/>Janet descended from the Aurelia in the transfer car. She had triple checked the cables before she descended,<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Can never be too careful</span><br/>She thought as she stepped out onto the paving. Things were slowly going wrong. She knew it, they had to be, she had seen the patterns. For a few moments she inspected the area around her, watching the cart ascend before walking briskly down the road. She didn't know what she was doing just yet, she was waiting, waiting for something.<br/><br/>Bolt Breaker stood in front of the plantation house that housed SECA, savouring the sunshine for a few seconds before heading inside. There were serious matters to attend to if the war was to be won . . . Especially seeing as the humans thought it was over already. Bolt entered the house and moved upstairs to the mission room, around it there stood some of the more experienced members, scarred faces and branded necks surrounded Bolt.<br/>""We successfully ended the du Bois legacy of lust my comrades.""<br/>Bolt said bluntly, moving swiftly onto new matters.<br/>""Our hacked drones have spotted something of great interest. A Hugo. Daughter of the one who murdered so many of our brothers and sisters. She must be brought in, preferably alive. Her brain alone could turn this war if we got her to co-operate. I need volunteers.""<br/>Bolt said with the usual quantity of bluntness and straightforward honesty."
9937,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712,2014-12-06T14:06:00,The Flutterlands,"Pitch Black, a coldhearted stallion was at the SECA headquaters, listening to Bolt Breaker's speech. SECA was well aware of Pitch's crimes, and many disapproved of them, particularly the deaths of the innocent children of his cruel masters. Pitch didn't care though, as he thought that they all got what they had coming to them. After all, Pitch,<span style=""font-style: italic"">could</span>have done something<span style=""font-style: italic"">far</span>worse than a few slits to the throat, after spending four of his twenty years of enslavement plotting their deaths. Pitch stepped forward, and began speaking. ""I volunteer, Bolt Breaker."" he said, ""And I promise I'll bring this human back alive, only if it will truly mean a step forward to ending the humans tyranny."""
9938,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712,2014-12-06T15:58:00,Fascist Russian Empire,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Inquisitor</span><br/><br/>Inquisitor, a more recent member of the SECA, having only served for two years, stood in the briefing room of the SECA headquarters. Inquisitor was a highly active member of the organization, and often participated in missions; despite being a relatively new recruit, his dedication to the cause and his commitment to fighting evil had earned him a bit of a reputation. In addition to being a rather good sword fighter (something showed off by the sheathed short sword around his waist), Inquisitor was among the most loyal and simply determined members of SECA, having an almost unrivaled desire to do good for society. His spirits were always high, and he was always eager to jump on any opportunity to fight the city oppressors. However, in spite of his high morale and loyalty, he wasn't afraid to speak up when he had moral qualms with something the SECA was doing. He was, in fact, a part of the Christian faith, and held his religious morals in the highest esteem.<br/><br/>He listened intently as Bolt Breaker, the organization leader, spoke. Inquisitor couldn't help but jump in and comment on the matter. ""Bolt Breaker, sir, I must offer an objection. You want us to kidnap somebody's daughter, simply for the crimes of her father, when she has, presumably, done no wrong. If you want to get more people to join us, then committing petty crimes isn't going to help; doing that would only serve to further worsen the reputation of SECA. No, if you want to recruit this woman, you ought to ask her upfront. Kidnapping her would, in all likelihood, only give her a real reason to think that SECA is a bad organization. I would gladly volunteer for a recruitment mission, but I will have no part in a kidnapping operation; I'm above such petty crimes, and I'd like to think that SECA as a whole would be better than to stoop to that level."" Inquisitor said without hesitation.<br/><br/>It wasn't uncommon for SECA to hold executions of slave drivers, or for it to go to the extremes to get things down. Inquisitor had never approved of doing these things, and considered it to be not only immoral, but also bad for the reputation of SECA. Inquisitor himself had killed on several occasions, but only ever as a last resort; he didn't approve of murder, or any other such atrocities, and reserved doing them only for when there would be no other option. Of course, Pitch Black, on the other hoof, would probably be more than eager to kill any human, more likely than not regardless of whether or not they've actually done anything wrong; needless to say, Inquisitor didn't hold Pitch Black in very high regards, and the two of them rarely ever agreed upon two courses of actions. Inquisitor honestly wondered why ponies like him were even allowed into SECA; it would only sully the reputation of the organization to have hardened criminals and serial killers as members.<br/><br/>Inquisitor stared expectantly at Bolt Breaker, waiting for some kind of a reply from the pegasus. He maintained a serious demeanor, keeping a dignified appearance, keeping his head raised high, showing off the rosary around his neck, which served as an affirmation of his Christian faith. His rosary had been a gift from his owners, given to him not long after he got his cutie-mark, which was, of course, a golden cross; Inquisitor had not personally experienced any malevolence or abuse from his owners, unlike Pitch Black and some of the other ponies, which may very well have been the reason for his lack of petty bloodlust when it came to dealing with slave drivers and other prominent human oppressors. He, for obvious reasons, was opposed to slavery, and wanted to fight it, but he stayed firm in his belief that SECA should stick to a strict moral code, and not use questionable tools like murder and kidnapping to further its ambitions."
9939,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712,2014-12-07T00:14:00,Pinki3 Pon-3,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bolt Breaker</span><br/>Bolt Breaker's gaze turned on Inquistor, the blank glasses of the gas mask yielding no emotion.<br/>""You speak as if this shall be won through peace and negotiation. . . What you say is true, she is not guilty . . . Yet. But we cannot deny the way the girl has been raised. . . ""<br/>Bolt turned away and pondered briefly. Sunlight from the window grazed across the gas mask, causing Bolt to flinch away from the bright light.<br/>""Very well. You may try your method. But Pitch shall go with you. I must have that human alive, one way or another. Be warned, she will not be friendly to SECA members.""<br/>Bolt said and turned back to the table.<br/>""Any more questions?"""
9940,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712,2014-12-07T00:46:00,The Flutterlands,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pinki3 Pon-3 <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322712&amp;p=22706718#p22706718"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bolt Breaker</span><br/>Bolt Breaker's gaze turned on Inquistor, the blank glasses of the gas mask yielding no emotion.<br/>""You speak as if this shall be won through peace and negotiation. . . What you say is true, she is not guilty . . . Yet. But we cannot deny the way the girl has been raised. . . ""<br/>Bolt turned away and pondered briefly. Sunlight from the window grazed across the gas mask, causing Bolt to flinch away from the bright light. <br/>""Very well. You may try your method. But Pitch shall go with you. I must have that human alive, one way or another. Be warned, she will not be friendly to SECA members.""<br/>Bolt said and turned back to the table.<br/>""Any more questions?""</div></blockquote><br/>Pitch rolled his eyes, when he heard Bolt Breaker say that Inquisitor will be going with him, and that they're going to try a peaceful route. The black stallion didn't really believe in negotiating with humans, at all, and will only do so, of it will in some way, only benefit SECA. Pitch glanced at Inquisitor, and gave him a cold stare, before returning his attention to Bolt Breaker. ""Yes, I have a question."" he said, ""What if she refuses to have anything to do with us? What should we do with her then? She's no good to us alive if she won't help us achieve our goals."""
9941,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712,2014-12-07T01:22:00,Fascist Russian Empire,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Inquisitor</span><br/><br/>Inquisitor nodded in acknowledgment at what Bolt Breaker said, quite relieved that he was willing to see reason. ""Good to hear. I stand firm in my belief that diplomacy is always a viable option, and that there is almost always a peaceful solution."" He said, confident. He returned Pitch Black's glare, looking at the brutish murder with condescending eyes. Inquisitor himself had killed before, so he hardly had much room to criticize Pitch for murder, but the key difference between the two was that Inquisitor reserved violence for extreme circumstances and last resorts. Inquisitor always preferred to take the peaceful course of action, regardless of how more easier or more efficient it would be to just use violence to accomplish something. He had a reputation as a respectable and honorable abolitionist, and one of the most diplomatic and peaceful members of SECA.<br/><br/>""If she refuses to work with SECA, then there isn't much more that can be done. If we kidnap her, then she<span style=""font-style: italic"">definitely</span>won't want to have anything to do with SECA, and if we murder her then we would be painting an image of SECA as nothing more than barbarians and brutes, and we would be committing social suicide. Our reputation would be permanently slandered if we were to bring any harm to an innocent person. As useful an asset as she might be to our cause, using questionable means to obtain her help would cause more harm than good."" Inquisitor was quick to retort, following Pitch Black's comment. He couldn't help but feel a bit disgusted, knowing that he would have to work with a murder-loving serial killer; not only would he be annoying to deal with, he certainly wouldn't be much help when it came to talking to the girl.<br/><br/>""SECA is not a terrorist organization. Our job is to end slavery, not assassinate the family members of prominent slave-supporters. I want to end slavery just as much as the next pony, but if we decide that all means are permitted to fight evil, then our good becomes indistinguishable from the evil we sought out to destroy."" He finished, feeling a sense of disappointment that there would members of SECA who would be willing to kill innocent humans without even the slightest bit of hesitation. Inquisitor wanted to broker unity between humans and ponies, and hoped to reconcile the differences between the two races, and end slavery by rallying a great number of humans to the abolitionist cause, thus forcing the human officials to reconsider their stance on slavery and bring about a new era of civil rights and freedom. It wasn't a good feeling to see his efforts constantly undermined by extremists like Pitch Black."
9942,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712,2014-12-07T01:49:00,Pinki3 Pon-3,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bolt Breaker</span><br/>Bolt watched the two volunteers quietly while the rest of the members in the room spectated. They knew better than to get involved in a debate between these two ponies. Their poles-apart nature meant this would indeed be a strange mission.<br/>""Inquisitor, you forget that the elitists we are fighting already see us as terrorists. Their control of the press is what keeps the humans afraid of us. Sometimes murder is a necessary tool to reach our goals. And Pitch, you forget we have ways and means of making even the most unwilling talk.""<br/>Bolt said, the voice distorted by the mask muffler.<br/>""Now go, before your bickering draws the surveillance drones down on us."""
9943,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712,2014-12-07T08:26:00,The Flutterlands,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Pitch Black</span><br/><br/>Pitch Black nodded slightly. ""Fine..."" he said with a hidden snare, before glaring back at Inquisitor. Pitch despised Inquisitor, seeing him as a weak stallion who lacks the guts to do what is necessary to insure a better future for the pony and anthro race. The black stallion just could not fathom how and why Inquisitor could not hold the same passionate hatred against humanity, that he held, and was sicken tired of the pegasus always undermining his ways. ""Now, Bolt Breaker. Exactly<span style=""font-style: italic"">where</span>is this human? And what does she look like?"" asked Pitch, ""I don't think we'll make much progress if we go running around this Celestia-forsaken city, blindfolded."""
9944,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712,2014-12-08T04:49:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Cinder</span></span></div><br/>A tiny robot sat at the bottom of a cable car terminal. It seemed to be taking its right leg apart and oiling it. Though at some point it realized that it had no oil left in its canister to use. It was obvious that the clockwork was sad, as the flames in its head had begun to dim. It reattached its leg rose from its corner and sighed, but steam came from what could be called its mouth instead. Waddling across the platform, the clockwork nearly ran into a human female. Not that he could cause her to fall anyway, yet he apologized for fear of being kicked into a wall again.<br/><br/>""I-I'm sorry, ma'am..."" he said to her in his soft, yet harmonic voice, looking down at his lanky feet and nervously rubbing his hands against one another. ""I-I didn't see you coming and... I mean, I'm sorry, it was completely my fault. Forgive me."""
9945,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712,2014-12-09T03:24:00,Fascist Russian Empire,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Inquisitor</span><br/><br/>Begrudgingly, Inquisitor gave a nod of acknowledgment to Bolt Breaker. ""Well, for once, I'm afraid I must agree with Pitch Black; we aren't going to get very far if we have no idea where to look and what to look for. I don't know about you, but the last time I checked, it's significantly more efficient to already know who you're looking for."" Inquisitor said, agreeing with Pitch for once. It was rare for the two of them to find agreement on something, but it was safe to say that both of them agreed it would be much easier to find the girl if they knew where she was and what she looked like. It was rather amateurish of Bolt Breaker for him to leave out such incredibly important details in the first place; most leaders, if they wanted their men to kidnap somebody, would give the details of what they looked like and where they were first and foremost.<br/><br/>Inquisitor, of course, held nothing but disdain for Pitch Black, and sincerely wished he could take anypony else other than him along on the mission, but since Bolt Breaker was so insistent upon the matter, Inquisitor simply stared expectantly at BB, waiting for him to give the final mission briefings so they could hurry up and get it over with. He obviously wasn't going to refuse to go on the mission simply because of Pitch's presence, but, needless to say, he wasn't even in the slightest bit looking forward to working with him. He honestly questioned the logic behind BB's decision to pair the two together on the mission; two ponies who hated each other weren't exactly liable to work together to get the mission done in the most efficient manner. It might have been a good idea to send two different specialists, both with a different expertise, with Inquisitor being a good diplomat and Pitch Black being a good fighter, but Inquisitor wasn't at all happy about it."
9946,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712,2014-12-09T06:52:00,Morlodania,"Trit Rodgers, young mare that she was, had always been incredibly mature for her age. She had found at an extremely young age that being a 'free' anthro in this city was... Insanely hard. Sure, she looked a slave, but no one truly owned her, and that proved problematic when the... Humans... Vile creatures that they were, in her eyes, asked who her master was. More often than not, she'd quickly remove her inhibitor ring and teleport out of sight, and stealthily make her way back to the safehouse her and her brother had deep within the city's workings. She had cared for her brother for years now, the majority of her life, as of last year. She had had to grow up fast... And that she did.<br/><br/>Begrudgingly, Trit leaps from her perch and lands silently on the ground below, standing slowly and allowing herself to get a good view of the surroundings again. She was on the edge of the part of the city she called hers, just beyond the small passageway at the bottom of the wall before her.... Was the human part of the city... Where she would be treated as little more than property... She needed to head out, to buy supplies for her and her brother... Or steal them if all else failed... But she hated the city, hated the humans... Hated having to lie to literally everyone about who she really was... But she had to, and the NEED for food, the hunger in her belly, made her move, pushed and compelled her to travel through that vent at the bottom of the wall... And enter the land of humans once more."
9947,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712,2014-12-09T08:05:00,Pinki3 Pon-3,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bolt Breaker</span><br/>Bolt glared at the two stallions from behind the glass circles. Anger had begun to cloud his vision, a strange anger that cooled the muffled voice. The animosity between the two along with their attitude towards Bolt as their leader was beginning to grate on nerves long since frayed down by years as a slave. A violent rage hid behind Bolt's low, quiet voice.<br/>""She was just seen exiting the Aurelia.<span style=""font-style: italic"">I don't know about you</span>but I'd say the most brilliant dirigible and home of the Hugo's would be pretty hard to miss. Go.""<br/>Bolt replied icily.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Janet Hugo</span><br/>Janet stumbled over the small clockwork being, coming to a stop a little way ahead. She stood up and inspected the clockwork cooker while he apologised.<br/>""It's fine.""<br/>She said bluntly and immediately crouched down in front of him, taking a close look at the old model's joints and attachments. She was a compulsive tinkerer and immediately found herself wishing she had brought a toolbox with her.<br/>""How often are you oiling yourself? Some of these joints look dry . . . And in need of a good de-oxidizer.""<br/>She said and lifted up his arm to test his joint movement. A part of her felt that fixing an old mech might be a good way to wait for whatever it was she was waiting for.<br/>""If you want we can go get you some spares . . . Although I'm guessing spare parts are a little hard to come by for your model."""
9948,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712,2014-12-09T08:32:00,The Flutterlands,"[b]Pitch Black[/i]<br/><br/>Pitch nodded, surprised that he and Inquisitor actually agreed on something. Even he questioned BB's leadership, sometimes. ""Understood."" he said, ""Again, I promise, I'll<span style=""font-style: italic"">try</span>to bring her here, as undamaged as possible."" Pitch then glared at the white pegasus next to him. ""Come on,<span style=""font-style: italic"">Saint</span>Inquisitor."" the black stallion said with pure venom, ""Let's go. We're off to Hugo Estate."" Pitch turned to the door, and began walking towards the exit."
9949,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712,2014-12-09T08:37:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Cinder</span></span></div><br/>Cinder winced. It wasn't very often that anyone knelt down to his level. He didn't recognize this woman for some reason, though he treated her like he treated any human out there. Respect and politeness. That way, they wouldn't kick you out of the way.<br/>""Uh... Uhm... Not frequently enough, ma'am."" he said in reply to Janet's first question, he was taken further aback as the human took his arm and moved it. A funny squeaking sound came from the joint, making the flames in Cinder's hollow head fall darker, to a very dim blue.<br/><br/>""R-Really?!"" he suddenly flared up, but quickly regained his composure. ""E-eh... I mean, uhh... I would appreciate that, ma'am."""
9950,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712,2014-12-09T08:51:00,Pinki3 Pon-3,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Janet Hugo</span><br/>Janet nodded as if she were agreeing to some unspoken question before she stood up. She still wasn't smiling, of course, with all the things that could happen at that very moment, she didn't have much to smile about. One of the dirigibles could break down, falling to Earth and crushing them all. The small cooker's gas valves could break, causing an explosion localised around them. She took the small mech's hand and started walking, knowing he would be too heavy to carry.<br/>""We'll need oil, some rust remover, a few bolts, some ball bearings . . . And new boiler gaskets. Then we'll see what else you might need.""<br/>She said as they walked towards the shops nearby."
9951,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712,2014-12-09T09:16:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Cinder</span></span></div><br/>The human was holding his hand. How strange. Cinder obediently hobbled along after Janet, wondering why it was that she was going out of her way to help a lowly clockwork like himself. Though he should be thankful, anyway. It wasn't every day that he ran into someone nice. People rarely ever bothered to give him oil or tinder any more, so he had begun to collect trash from corners and alleys to be able to keep himself from going out. He didn't want to be scrapped yet.<br/><br/>He nodded, showing that he understood what Janet said, following as quickly as he could. Maybe he could serve for her later? He was pretty useful, though his series was outdated. There were still around 30 of his model still in the city, either wandering or in average human households. Those were the lucky ones. Usually, when a collector found you, chances were you'd be well oiled, well supplied with fuel, and protected. Collectors loved old models. But none had come for Cinder yet. Maybe they already found some other model and wasn't looking to get another?<br/><br/>""How can I repay you for this, ma'am?"" asked Cinder, tipping his head back and grabbing the pot so it didn't fall off of his head.<br/>""Is there anything you want warmed? I'm very good at warming things. Yes, yes."""
9952,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712,2014-12-09T09:27:00,Fascist Russian Empire,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Inquisitor</span><br/><br/>""Don't you give me that sass, child murderer."" Inquisitor replied to Pitch, hostility evident in his voice. Inquisitor was starting to lose patience with him; Bolt's less than pleasant response, coupled with the fact that he was being forced to work with one of his biggest rivals and opponents in the SECA was starting to make his patience run thin. Not even bothering to look at Pitch Black, Inquisitor also began walking towards the door, very much so eager to hurry up and get the mission done as quickly as possible. Inquisitor continued to question BB's logic behind pairing the two together; he got the distinct feeling that Pitch would be planning to sabotage his efforts to peacefully recruit the girl to their cause, which would dampen the chances of a peaceful success on the mission.<br/><br/>""Let's just hurry up and get this done as soon as possible, and don't you even<span style=""font-style: italic"">think</span>about trying to sabotage the possibilities of a diplomatic solution. I can assure you, I have no tolerance or patience today for your insatiable blood lust and violent tendencies."" Inquisitor said to Pitch as the two walked out the door, his disgust of Pitch being very evident in his voice. They already disliked one another anyway, so Inquisitor had no intentions of feigning friendliness towards the unicorn. Inquisitor still couldn't help but be amazed that Pitch even got accepted into SECA, considering his frankly sociopathic and criminal tendencies. Keeping Pitch in his peripheral vision to make sure the unicorn wouldn't try to stab him, Inquisitor simply focused on walking ahead to their destination, hoping time would pass by quickly."
9953,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712,2014-12-09T10:28:00,The Flutterlands,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Pitch Black</span><br/><br/>""Whatever!"" snared Pitch, rolling his eyes, as they walked down the filthy streets of the city. It's not like he's exactly happy about what he has done. Heck, there were more than one time, when Pitch actually questioned his own murderous deeds.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Sometimes, there must be necessary evils.</span>the black stallion would tell himself,<span style=""font-style: italic"">Especially if we want a brighter future for ponies and anthros alike, without humans ruling over us like the tyrants they are.</span>Nonetheless, Pitch had to admit that he has lost a bit of sleep over the past two years, since he murdered the children of his cruel masters, and it only makes it worse when ponies like Inquisitor criticise him as if he's a psychopath.<br/><br/>Finally, the two ponies came by a street with stores, where they saw a human girl walking beside a tiny clockwork robot. Pitch glanced at Inquisitor. ""Do you think that's her?"" he asked in a hushed voice, ""If so, how are we going to 'peacefully' get her to come with us?"" Pitch then glanced at the little clockwork robot, and saw how fond Janet seemed to be of it. Perhaps, if the black unicorn threatens to smash it pieces, the human girl would be persuaded."
9954,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712,2014-12-09T10:58:00,Fascist Russian Empire,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Inquisitor</span><br/><br/>""Yes, I do think that's her. As for how to get for to come with us, simply talking to her is a good place to start. We can start by talking about the evils of slavery, and try and bring her around to the abolitionists' cause; once we manage to convince her that slavery is an oppressive and evil institution which needs to be abolished, then we try and bring her on-board with SECA. If she has a rational side to her, I'm certain I can convince her that slavery needs to go."" Inquisitor said to Pitch, staring up at the human. Inquisitor had a pretty good idea of what he would say to Janet. He held a fervent belief that all people, humans and ponies, had a reasonable side to them, and that they could see the light and realize the evils of slavery. He planned on appealing to her rational side, and showing her that humans and ponies could have their differences reconciled, and making her see past the regressive and reactionary beliefs instilled in human society.<br/><br/>""Of course, we probably aren't going to have much luck in talking to her if we have weapons out in plain sight. I highly suggest that you hide whatever weapons you have on you, since we want her to trust us, and she certainly won't if she knows we're armed."" Inquisitor said, taking the sheathed sword from around his waist and tossing it into a nearby bush, out of sight; diplomacy was significantly smoother when intimidation wasn't a factor, after all. Sure, there was always the threat of Janet being armed and attacking them, but Inquisitor was more than willing to take that risk. Expectantly, Inquisitor stared at Pitch, waiting for him to dispose of his weapons; Inquisitor already knew that Pitch probably had a half dozen different guns and knives on him, and he didn't want the unicorn to suddenly whip out a pistol and try to threaten Janet into submission. Inquisitor wasn't going to resort to threats and scare tactics to get what he wanted, and he certainly wasn't going to let Pitch do it either."
9955,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712,2014-12-09T11:29:00,The Flutterlands,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Pitch Black</span><br/><br/>Pitch Black rolled his eyes. Of course the peace-loving pegasus would urge him to drop his weapons. ""Very well."" said Pitch with a snare, as he disposed his weapons, into a bush next to Inquisitor's. The black stallion disposed ten knives and daggers, a loaded rifle, and one of two his two fully loaded revolvers, saving the other one perfectly hidden, in case something goes wrong. ""There."" said Pitch, ""Now, let's do this..."""
9956,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712,2014-12-09T11:41:00,Fascist Russian Empire,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Inquisitor</span><br/><br/>Inquisitor looked skeptically at Pitch Black. ""Why do I get the distinct feeling that you're holding back something? I know better than to think a sociopath like you wouldn't keep a spare weapon on you. Well, I won't be having any of that. I have no intentions of having you whip out a hidden weapon and use threats and intimidation to try and force the girl to do what we want. I'm not going to let you ruin the reputation of SECA to satisfy your own hateful rhetoric and your own violent tendencies."" Inquisitor said, bluntly, not trusting Pitch even in the slightest bit. Besides, if Pitch had that damn many knives and daggers, it was ridiculous to think he'd only have a single pistol; Inquisitor was, by no means, gullible, nor was he blindly trusting.<br/><br/>Inquisitor simply stared at Pitch, waiting for him to dispose of<span style=""font-style: italic"">all</span>his weapons; Inquisitor was certain that Pitch Black would have at least one weapon hidden, he had grown to expect that kind of thing from the sociopathic and violence-loving unicorn. It would be naive to think that a serial killer and a violent criminal could be trusted to willingly fully disarm himself. Inquisitor was a pacifist, but he was by no means a fool or an an idiot; he knew better than to put his blind trust into somepony like Pitch Black."
9957,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712,2014-12-09T12:00:00,Pinki3 Pon-3,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Janet Hugo</span><br/>Janet looked down at Cinder briefly, her emotionless visage turning away a second later as she continued on.<br/>""Call me Janet or Miss Hugo. I hate being called Ma'am.""<br/>She replied bluntly as they walked,<br/>""You don't need to repay me, but I'm sure there's a place for you aboard the Aurelia if you need a home. You are a pet project of mine. I am waiting for something huge, and until then I could use a distraction. Coming out here is too dangerous to do often. So restoring a model such as yourself would prove safe and occupying."" She says blankly."
9958,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712,2014-12-09T12:15:00,The Flutterlands,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Pitch Black</span><br/><br/>Pitch's emerald green eyes narrowed into silts. He was not surprised that Inquisitor saw through his ruse. It's not like Pitch planned on killing Janet, if she refused to go with them. However, he was thinking about putting a bullet into the clockwork robot's head, as a means of persuasion. Though, the black stallion could just grab the human and teleport her to the SECA headquarters. Nonetheless, Pitch rolled his eyes and disposed his remaining weapon into the bush. ""There."" Pitch snarled, ""Are you happy now, Saint. Inquisitor?"""
9959,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712,2014-12-09T12:46:00,Fascist Russian Empire,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Inquisitor</span><br/><br/>Inquisitor wasn't at all surprised that Pitch had been holding back on him. ""That's better. Now, let's hurry up and get this mission done already."" Inquisitor said before he started walking towards Janet, motioning for Pitch to follow him. He sincerely doubted that Pitch would be much help when it came to persuading Janet to join the abolitionist movement, but if he didn't keep an eye on Pitch then he probably would have done something stupid. Without wasting any more time standing around, Inquisitor walked over to the girl. It was quite irritating to have to waste time making sure Pitch wasn't going to do something to not only ruin the chances of making Janet of want to join SECA but at the same time ruin SECA's reputation.<br/><br/>""Excuse me miss, you're Janet Hugo, correct? We wanted to talk to you, if you happen to have a minute to spare."" He said, simply, to Janet, interrupting her conversation with the clockwork being. It was a bit rude to interrupt, but they had important enough things to talk about that Inquisitor figured it would be a forgivable offense. Inquisitor kept a polite smile on his face as he stared expectantly at Janet, waiting for her to say something; Inquisitor didn't want to look hostile, since he wanted her to trust him, so he kept a friendly expression on his face."
9960,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712,2014-12-09T14:23:00,Cymrea,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Colonel Aries</span><br/><br/>The clacking of the train down the tracks beat a rhythm in time with the gently swaying cars. Rolling through an indigo morning heavy with clouds and the promise of rain, the train made its way toward City Vaughn from the outskirts, transporting the residents of the affluent neighbourhoods much faster than dirigible.<br/><br/>Alone in one of the private seating booths in Platinum Class and gazing out the broad window was Colonel Jefferson Barlow Aries, commanding officer of the feared and elite 9th Clockwork Cavalry regiment of the Steamguard. He was a tall man, even sitting; his immaculate grey vest and trousers were custom tailored to fit his long and barrel-chested frame, and of the finest quality. The colonel’s iron-coloured hair was also finely cut, short and in a military style that contrasted the prodigious muttonchops and mustache decorating his ruddy face.<br/><br/>There was a soft tapping at the door to the booth. It opened a crack and a stewardess poked her head just inside. The soft glow of the teslic light illuminated her moon face.<br/><br/>“We’re about thirty minutes from the station, Colonel. Is there anything I can get for you before we arrive?”<br/><br/>Colonel Aries turned to face the stewardess and her smile slipped just a little. The colonel’s left eye, pale blue and twinkling with mischief, winked at her. His right eye, an orb of black marble and set with a glinting, pale blue gemstone, stared unblinking.<br/><br/>""Thank you kindly, young miss, but no. I’m just fine with my coffee and grits,” he said, indicating the simple breakfast on the small table before him. A growling drawl pronounced his aristocratic origin.<br/><br/>With just a slight nod, the stewardess retreated, closing the door behind her. Colonel Aries chuckled lowly at the clear discomfort he never tired of eliciting with his unusual false eye, and tucked into his buttered grits.<br/><br/>* * * * *<br/><br/>His breakfast settling comfortably in his belly, Colonel Aries sat back in his opulently upholstered chair. He was considering lighting his pipe when a glint of reflected morning sunlight caught his eye. Looking out the window, he could see the complex of cranes and warehouses of City Vaughn come into view.<br/><br/>“My sweet Lady Fate,” he whispered.<br/><br/>Gleaming dully in the rainy morning was the burnished brass dome of the Gauntlet, the headquarters building of the Steamguard military. Like an armoured helm, the dome capped the cityscape and lent itself strongly to the distinct skyline of City Vaughn. Behind interceding buildings would be columns and patrician facings in marble and brownstone. In a city of metal, even timeless stone seemed understated yet gravely dignified.<br/><br/>Colonel Aries sat back in his chair, unaware that he had half stood, and exhaled loudly. His breathing returned to normal. He straightened his posture, then his vest, and then returned his gaze out the window.<br/><br/>* * * * *<br/><br/>The train hissed loudly, the venting steam adding to the morning fog as Colonel Aries stepped down from the luxury passenger car. He now wore a large Stetson decorated with the gold braiding of a cavalry officer and a double-breasted wool greatcoat, both in the same grey as the rest of his ensemble. Under his arm he held a polished hickory swagger stick, capped with steel at each end. Stout black boots with thick steel buckles rose to the colonel’s knees, hugging his calves tightly and blousing his trousers. A shining silver spur jangled from each heel.<br/><br/>A porter came forward from the station, craning his neck up. At six and a half feet tall with a broad chest and shoulders, the colonel was positively heroic in scale. The porter gulped as he took the man in. Colonel Aries pulled a gold watch from the greatcoat, examining it briefly before snapping it shut and returning it to his pocket.<br/><br/>“Right on time, my boy,” he greeted the porter.<br/><br/>“Colonel Aries, sir, it’s a great honour and pleasure to serve you,” the porter said bowing deeply. “I regret to have to inform you that while we were quite ready for your arrival, sir, the team of horses drawing your carriage has been badly spooked by an accidental gun discharge a short time ago.” The porter winced.<br/><br/>Colonel Aries nodded. He had lived most of his life in the saddle and knew horses well. Proper horses, of flesh or clockwork,<span style=""font-style: italic"">not</span>those bloody Ponies. “Don’t you worry none, my boy. Let’s spare the horses any further distress. Just load my baggage aboard and make your way to the Gauntlet at a gentle pace. I am perfectly content to walk.”<br/><br/>The porter fairly goggled at the colonel. “Walk, sir?”<br/><br/>“Yes, walk. You’re not deaf, are you, boy? It’s a fine crisp morning and a brisk constitutional is just the thing after sitting so long on the train.” Before the porter could protest, Colonel Aries brought his swagger stick from under his arm, and marched off. “A gentle pace for those horses, mind,” he called over his shoulder as he entered the station, headed for the street."
9961,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=25,2014-12-09T15:22:00,Pinki3 Pon-3,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Janet Hugo</span><br/>Janet looked up at the pegasus in front of her. Her experienced eye had already spotted his brand and noted his unclipped wings by the time he had asked her to talk. Further down the street were 2 of the massive steam powered security drones. Model 64(Known to commoners as Bruisers) judging by the large shapeless outline that defined the humanoid mech. From there she could see the smoke rising from its grill. Nearer she could see a surveillance drone hovering closer. Unless she shouted for help they would go mostly unnoticed. They were no doubt free ponies, nobody let their slaves out without clipped wings or a dampener. If she yelled, it would take the lumbering mechs about 10 seconds to get there. Down a smaller alley she heard the tell tale clanking of a Model 13 (Spidermech/Clanker). That would take far less time to arrive. The only thing stopping her from yelling was the shopkeepers. Most of them supported the SECA movement . . . If she blew the whistle on these 2 she wouldn't be able to show her face here again. She decided only to call if they attacked or proved dangerous. Then she'd have an excuse, and would save her reputation.<br/>""You're SECA . . . You would more likely than not have had my father killed had the core not gotten him first."" She said slowly and quietly, keeping the conversation quiet. Part of her was considering how much time Cinder could buy her if push came to shove.<br/>""What do you want with me?""<br/>She said taking a tentative step backwards, watching the pair for a reaction.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Outside Station Chordata</span>(this is for you Cymrea)<br/>The sun hovered lazily in the sky as brass dirigibles hovered between heaven and earth. Their alloy coated skins straining at the sustained pressure of the hydrogen bladders inside. Far below, on the streets where large shadows were cast by the man-made skyships, a delivery drone buzzed through the sky, cutting across rooftops and alleys alike to reach its destination in time. It came to a hover outside the station, inspecting the crowd until it spotted its target. The large man with the strange eye, like the picture that had been flashed into its optics. It descended slowly, hovering in front of the large man.<br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Colonel Jefferson Aries. You are cordially invited to a ball on board the Chloria this evening at 5PM. Dress will be formal, Lord and Lady Dace hope that you will be able to join us for this event on account of your timely arrival in City Vaughn.</span>""<br/>The drone played out its recording cylinder before an ornate envelope protruded from a slot in the machine's hull.<br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">The time is now 9AM. Please synchronise your chronometer accordingly.</span>""<br/>It said, waiting for Aries to take the envelope. Once the envelope once removed the drone turned and left, returning along its path to one of the floating dirigibles. Its eventual destination was a grand skyship which housed the Daces, descendants of Jeremiah Dace, creator and marketer of serving drones and delivery drones across Vaughn. The letter in Aries' hand was decorated with the ornate script of his name above a seal depicting a spanner draped with a cloth, the seal of house Dace. Inside the message of the drone was repeated in handwritten, dainty script, signed off by Lady Clara Dace herself."
9962,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=25,2014-12-09T16:24:00,The Flutterlands,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Pitch Black</span><br/><br/>Pitch glared at Janet with his cold, icy, green eyes, filled with nothing but disdain for the human, and decided to speak for Inquisitor. ""Yes, human."" Pitch said in a hushed, yet venomous voice, ""As much to my displeasure, our leader, Bolt Breaker, wishes you to aid us in our goal to end the enslavement of ponies and anthros alike. Now, I'll give you two choices; you can come with us peacefully without protest, or I can break your little<span style=""font-style: italic"">toy</span>, and teleport you to our headquarters myself, wither you like or not. It's<span style=""font-style: italic"">your</span>choice. Make it quick."""
9963,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=25,2014-12-09T17:01:00,Cymrea,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Outside Station Chordata</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">City Vaughn</span><br/><br/>The tall buildings cast long morning shadows, punctuated by the elongated silhouettes of the dirigibles overhead, and the avenue was mostly shaded. A tenacious carpet of fog still hugged the ground. Early as it was, there were quite few residents on the street moving briskly about their business. Keeping a rhythmic time with the bustle was Colonel Aries’ boots, marching a steady pace, his spurs jangling.<br/><br/>With only the briefest bit of low buzzing for warning, a delivery drone dropped into Aries' field of view. Before he could bluster an indignant exclamation, the little mech spoke in a tinny, hollow voice.<br/><br/>""Colonel Jefferson Aries. You are cordially invited to a ball on board the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Chloria</span>this evening at 5:00 PM. Dress will be formal; Lord and Lady Dace hope that you will be able to join us for this event on account of your timely arrival in City Vaughn.""<br/><br/>Lord and Lady Dace? Ah, yes. The Dace family had been sometime-collaborators and partners with the Aries clan; they had been rivals at times as well. The result was a relationship best held at arm's length. Cordial, of course, even friendly on particular occasions, but long experience had taught both families caution.<br/><br/>""The time is now 9:00 AM. Please synchronise your chronometer accordingly,"" the drone continued. Aries glanced reflexively at the pocket where he kept his watch, before squinting expectantly at the mech. His chrono was set accurately enough. He took the envelope hanging halfway out of the drone's slot and set to examining the seal.<br/><br/>The drone buzzed away, already forgotten by Aries as he broke the seal with his thumb."
9964,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=25,2014-12-09T17:15:00,Fascist Russian Empire,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Inquisitor</span><br/><br/>When Pitch Black made his openly hostile comment to Janet, Inquisitor simply gave him a hard punch in the face with his hoof, not holding back even in the slightest. ""What in God's name did I<span style=""font-style: italic"">just</span>tell you about using scare tactics? We're supposed to be here as diplomats, not agitators, now shut up and stop undermining me in my mission."" He responded quickly and angrily to Pitch's comment, being incredibly irritated and angry that Pitch would so openly defy him.<br/><br/>""Miss Hugo, I can give you my assurances that we aren't here to kill or otherwise harm you, in spite of what my<span style=""font-style: italic"">colleague</span>would lead you to believe. Our mission is purely diplomatic, not violent; we're here to peacefully recruit you to the abolitionist cause, although my sociopathic co-worker is certainly not giving a good impression. I am Inquisitor, one of SECA's leading diplomats and a non-violent abolitionist recruiter; our goal, simply enough, is to convince you to help end the institution of slavery. I sincerely apologize for the statements of my colleague here, and I can assure you that his actions don't represent the thoughts and ambitions of SECA as a whole; we<span style=""font-style: italic"">aren't</span>going to force you to do anything you don't want to, and you have every right to say no and walk away right now."" Inquisitor was quick to retort, speaking quickly in the hopes of doing some serious damage control, although he got the distinct feeling that Janet wasn't going to want anything to do with him after what Pitch Black just said.<br/><br/>Inquisitor couldn't help but feel angry, knowing that Pitch had probably just completely eroded any chance of a peaceful outcome being achieved. He had initially been somewhat relived, since Janet hadn't responded hostility to them, and he had held very high hopes that they could have had a rational debate about the demerits of slavery and that he could have gotten her to realize that slavery was a negative institution. However, following Pitch's rather impulsive attempt to intimidate her into doing what they wanted, the chance of Janet still wanting to join SECA was almost non-existent. Inquisitor couldn't help but get a feeling of being cheated out of a great diplomatic victory, and being cheated out of the opportunity to peacefully help somebody see the light and help them see that the differences between humanity and ponykind could truly be reconciled.<br/><br/>He tried to keep a friendly looking demeanor about him, but he couldn't help but feel a bit pessimistic about what Janet would do because of Pitch Black. His voice certainly held no hints of insincerity, and his words sounded every bit as true as they were in reality, and he still maintained the appearance of a respectable pony, although he had somewhat lost hope of his mission being a success. He glared angrily at Pitch Black, more than ready to fight the unicorn if he tried to do something stupid; Inquisitor might not have liked to fight, but he had a lot of experience doing it and he was by no means a poor fighter, and he was more than willing to fight Pitch if he actually followed through with any of his threats. He kept himself very close to Pitch, more than ready to take quick action if he were to do something he'd regret.<br/><br/>Inquisitor was a fervent believer in equality between the two races, and he sincerely believed that humans and ponies could live together in harmony. It was his goal to see a world in which humans and ponies worked together as friends and colleagues, rather than slaves and masters, and he would go to any means to see this happen; he viewed humans as his equals, and held no ill-will against humanity as a whole, and didn't believe that all humans should be punished for the crimes of the slave drivers. His voice came out as respectful and sincere, although a bit rushed in the face of Pitch's actions; he wanted to make sure that he could get his words out before Janet decided to call for the police, and as such he didn't quite have the time to put a lot of thought and emotion behind his worlds, although he still came out as sounding honest in his voice. With a slight hint of desperation in his eyes, trying and hoping as hard as he could to save the situation that Pitch had put him in, he shifted his eyes between Pitch and Janet, anxiously waiting for the woman to say something and hoping that she would be able to look past the little outburst by Pitch."
9965,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=25,2014-12-10T00:06:00,Pinki3 Pon-3,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Janet Hugo</span><br/>Janet took a further step back from the pair and pulled Cinder behind her. She listened patiently to Inquisitor's attempted diffusal of the situation. When he was finished she looked to Pitch, her expression blank and emotionless as she spotted all the drones once more.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">7 seconds for M64. 6 for M13.</span><br/>She thought to herself before replying,<br/>""You will not touch the mech, because if you take one step closer without my permission I'm calling the drones.""<br/>She said in a calm, measured voice. She could handle this well enough if they truly wouldn't harm her.<br/>""Why? Why would you recruit me? I doubt your organization could afford the resources to create my designs.""<br/>She asked, keeping her thoughts hidden for the time being.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">What assurance do I have they won't simply have me executed as soon as I arrive? It doesn't matter in any case. In a few days this city isn't going to need SECA . . . </span>"
9966,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=25,2014-12-10T01:42:00,The Flutterlands,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Pitch Black</span><br/><br/>Pitch grunted, and backed away slightly, rubbing his jaw, before glaring at Inquisitor. The black unicorn haven't felt pain like that since the last beaten from his masters, before their demise by his hooves. Pitch then glared at Janet with hateful eyes, thinking of everything her kind has done to the pony and anthro race.<br/>""To be honest, I don't know what we could use you for,<span style=""font-style: italic"">human.</span>"" he said venomously, ""But, since that the 'blessed', 'Saint' Inquisitor thinks that there could<span style=""font-style: italic"">ever</span>be a peaceful coexistence between us and you humans, and that our leader, Bolt Breaker, desires you to be among our ranks, we, I regrettably prefer that you come with us. So, please choose quickly. We don't have all day.""<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">It's not like you exactly have a choice human.</span>Pitch thought,<span style=""font-style: italic"">I'll be counting, and if you refuse, or fail to decide in thirty seconds I'm tackling you and teleporting you to our base. Starting now. 1... 2... 3...</span>"
9967,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=25,2014-12-10T08:26:00,Cymrea,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">M64</span><br/><br/>Aries Combat Engineering model 64, designated Peacekeeper but referred to by all and sundry as ""Bruiser"", scanned the morning crowd, as it did every morning. Every so often intervention was required to ensure public safety, but there had not been an incident in some time.<br/><br/>+++Scanning, lateral arc 90 through 0 degrees......no threat detected+++<br/><br/>This particular mech was M64-D1065; it's maintenance human called it ""Biff"" for reasons D1065 could not discern. The name did not return from internal inquiry as derogatory, so D1065 accepted it with a cogitative shrug. Biff scanned the next arc.<br/><br/>+++Scanning, lateral arc 0 through 270 degrees......+++<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">There</span>. It had been partially obscured by intervening bodies, but Biff's optics had caught it. A white Pony had just struck a black one standing next to it. Both were facing a human with a small mech. The human had an elevated pulse and temperature, but both could be a result of the crowded area.<br/><br/>Biff continued scanning for a few moments longer, but no further incident flagged its threat assessment algorithm, and it continued its programmed routine. For the sake of diligence, however, Biff added ten seconds to its scanning period for that arc for the next ten cycles.<br/><br/>+++Scanning, lateral arc 270 through 180 degrees......no threat detected+++"
9968,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=25,2014-12-10T08:45:00,Fascist Russian Empire,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Inquisitor</span><br/><br/>Inquisitor couldn't help but feel relieved, with Janet not immediately turning them in following Pitch's outburst. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Not helping.</span>"" He said to Pitch, quietly and slightly angrily; Pitch's less than subtle racism was starting to get on Inquisitor's nerves. Pony supremacists were almost as annoying to Inquisitor as human supremacists; he honestly found them to be petty, with their petty desires for revenge against humanity, and he had infinite amounts of disdain for them. Besides, it sure as hell wasn't going to do him any favors when it came to making Janet want to join their cause. How Pitch thought his undisguised racism was going to do him any good, Inquisitor would never know, and could only speculate on; what Inquisitor did know, however, was that he had had enough of it.<br/><br/>""You know what, Pitch Black, just go home; you aren't doing me or SECA any favors with your racist, reactionary rhetoric. I don't care what Bolt Breaker will think, I'll receive whatever scolding he has in store for me later, but I've had it up too here with you. Just leave, and let me handle this."" Inquisitor said, slightly louder this time (though still not loud enough to be heard by anybody other than the two of them and Janet), returning Pitch Black's glare. He didn't have any patience for the unicorn today, especially not on such an important occasion. Pitch wasn't intimidating, he wasn't threatening, he was just obnoxious; he was a pest, a pest and a criminal, nothing more, and Inquisitor was still amazed that Bolt Breaker would have the sheer stupidity to allow him to come along to a diplomatic mission. He, honestly, started to question Bolt Breaker's leadership, and even question whether SECA as a whole was a good organization; he couldn't help but feel a slight temptation to leave SECA and its incompetent leadership behind, and simply work to abolish slavery on his own.<br/><br/>""Miss Hugo, first, let me give you my assurances that SECA is not a pony supremacist organization, despite what you might think from Pitch Black's rhetoric; our goal is to end slavery, and to establish equality for all the races, pony or human. Pitch Black does not, by any means, represent the majority of SECA, and he certainly does not represent myself or the leadership of SECA. As for why we want to recruit you, well, in all honesty, our leader wasn't very specific, however, there is always room for anybody in the abolitionist movement; every voice helps when it comes to bringing about the end to slavery. The way to bring about an end to slavery, I firmly believe, isn't through warfare or death, but rather by rallying enough voices together in unity to demand an end to the institution of slavery, and to rally so many people into the abolitionist movement that the City government would have no choice but to listen to their demands."" Inquisitor said to Janet.<br/><br/>""Of course, if you're skeptical of giving your support to SECA, or if you're hesitant to join the abolitionist movement, I'd be more than happy to clear up any misconceptions about SECA that you might have from the City propaganda, and to debate the merits and demerits of slavery. Like I said before, I don't have any intentions of forcing you to help SECA; I believe that the way to getting people to support an end to slavery is by showing them reason, and explaining why slavery is a negative institution, not by using intimidation and coercion. I have a dream, a dream where humans and ponies live together in harmony and peace, and where humans and ponies work together as friends and colleagues, rather than masters and slaves, and if you want to help in making that dream a reality, then you have the gratitude of myself and SECA, although if you'd prefer to abstain from providing your assistance to the abolitionists, I won't hold it against you."" Inquisitor finished, expectantly staring at Janet, waiting for a response from her."
9969,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=25,2014-12-10T12:08:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Cinder</span></span></div><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Toy?</span>thought the little clockwork scornfully. No one noticed it yet, but the flames that served as his eyes began to quickly grow and thrash within his head. He had been called worse, but he never liked it when people or ponies insulted him. He was just about to dump his last box of tinder to spew some flames at the black unicorn, but the human lady shoved him behind her and stood up for him. What a big surprise. Really. How uncommon. People treated him pretty nicely on the streets, but no one had stood up for him when someone else was mistreating him. No one had offered to fix him before, either.<br/><br/>From behind Janet, the two equines might notice that the previously steadily burning flames in Cinder's eyes had now turned into blue spikes threating to jump out and attach themselves to those coats of black and white fur. Seemingly without knowing, Cinder's pot was beginning to smoke.<br/><br/>""You're rude!"" he pointed at Pitch Black with a scrawny little metallic hand, the sound from his speaker coming out as slightly fuzzy due to the amount of angered force that was put into it. He stepped under Janet's arm so that he was directly in front of her, the tongues of fire from the top of his head reaching up past the pot on his head, which was fortunately able to withstand the heat. Cinder said something else in a threatening tone, but was inaudible over the crackling flames on his head. He really wasn't planning to fight, but he wanted to look scary to at least try to ward these equines off... Actually, just the black one, away. He had been mean this whole time. The other one was pretty nice though."
9970,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=25,2014-12-10T12:40:00,Cymrea,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">M64-D1065</span><br/><br/>+++Scanning, lateral arc 0 through 270 degrees, plus ten seconds...+++<br/><br/>Biff picked up an auditory flag at plus-seven seconds. A small tinny voice with vehement inflection.<br/><br/>""You're rude!""<br/><br/>The exclamation had come from the small mech accompanying the human. Two flags in consecutive sweeps triggered Biff's Beta-level threat assessment algorithm. It cancelled sequential scans and focused on activity in the forward-left arc. The human's temperature and heart rate were the same, but the little mech was clearly agitated. Biff had a soft circuit for the plight of mechnological constructs. Much attention and effort was paid to the bigotry between humans and Ponies, but it seemed very few were at all concerned about treating mechs as anything more than furniture and tools.<br/><br/>To be fair, mechs were primarily constructed to serve certain purposes, but that did not exclude them from an expectation of courteous treatment. Or so Biff believed. And it also believed that a great many mechs agreed.<br/><br/>The little mech was pointing an appendage at the black Pony, the same one that was struck moments ago. Biff cogitated that the black Pony merited closer scrutiny. With a chuff of smoke and a rising whir, it headed in the direction of the conspicuous group."
9971,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=25,2014-12-10T13:20:00,Pinki3 Pon-3,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Janet Hugo</span><br/>Janet watched in surprise as the diminutive mech leapt to her defense despite the build up of violent tension between Pitch and Inquisitor. She looked from Cinder to Inquisitor and, finally, to Pitch Black. She could no longer run with the small mech. His torso would have become too hot for her to pick up. She wasn't exactly certain what could be done at the moment but right now these SECA people were wasting her time. Suddenly a thought occurred to her. SECA was a large organization that could hold its own in a fight. She gently knelt down beside him, noting the approach of an M64. She hated the city mechs, all of them, something bothered her about them. Mostly because she knew what pulled the strings of their systems, and she didn't like it one bit.<br/>""Come, come, it's okay. We can forgive a little rudeness. Besides, we were just about to accompany these ponies onwards,<span style=""font-style: italic"">weren't we?</span>""<br/>She said to the three of them before waving to the M64, signalling that all was okay.<br/>""Please can we go now. I'm not getting into an altercation with an M64. Your brands will cause an uproar if it comes too close.""<br/>She said gesturing to an open alleyway with a stressed urgency.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Across the city</span><br/>A sleek, black mech rose from the decimated corpse of a Clanker. The creature had been tapped into the city's network, using the optics and auditory sensors of the city mechs to track its prey. It had just located 2 of them. A black unicorn and a white pegasus, both unrestricted. The Hunter stood on its four legs, the sleek hound shape lifted its head to the sky, tracing the signal waves from the core to the drones as it tracked down the one which would lead to its prey. It set off with a scrabbling of rocks as its clawed, metal paws ripped at the ground."
9972,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=25,2014-12-10T13:31:00,Nuclear Aftermath,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Kiera</span><br/><br/>Kiera walked along the alleyways of the city, keeping her hood up around her face, and her rifle gripped tightly in her fingers. She hated the unknown, she saw what it did to her friends long ago, and she feared it. She watched some Clock Works walk down the street ahead. Horrid amalgamations of parts and metal that were nowhere near the ability or intelligence of her kind. But their parts worked when she fixed herself with them. For the most part, anyway. She slung her rifle over her shoulder and crouched at the border of the alley and the street. ""I hate this city."" She spat to herself."
9973,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=25,2014-12-10T13:45:00,Morlodania,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Morlodania <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322712&amp;p=22735254#p22735254"">wrote</a>:</cite>Trit Rodgers, young mare that she was, had always been incredibly mature for her age. She had found at an extremely young age that being a 'free' anthro in this city was... Insanely hard. Sure, she looked a slave, but no one truly owned her, and that proved problematic when the... Humans... Vile creatures that they were, in her eyes, asked who her master was. More often than not, she'd quickly remove her inhibitor ring and teleport out of sight, and stealthily make her way back to the safehouse her and her brother had deep within the city's workings. She had cared for her brother for years now, the majority of her life, as of last year. She had had to grow up fast... And that she did.<br/><br/>Begrudgingly, Trit leaps from her perch and lands silently on the ground below, standing slowly and allowing herself to get a good view of the surroundings again. She was on the edge of the part of the city she called hers, just beyond the small passageway at the bottom of the wall before her.... Was the human part of the city... Where she would be treated as little more than property... She needed to head out, to buy supplies for her and her brother... Or steal them if all else failed... But she hated the city, hated the humans... Hated having to lie to literally everyone about who she really was... But she had to, and the NEED for food, the hunger in her belly, made her move, pushed and compelled her to travel through that vent at the bottom of the wall... And enter the land of humans once more.</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/>She sighed as she passed through the exit of the vent, the street was vacant... As it usually was, which made her life of stepping in and out of it far less complex... She headed towards the main street and froze, an old M.I. at the end of the alley, just before the street. Trit hoped to the gods that it wouldn't care WHY she was coming from this direction, from nowhere, and simply let her pass... But she found that unlikely. With a sigh, she resumed her walk, overhearing the M.I.'s words and stopping. ""An M.I. hating a city dominated by machines? A city of which something of her kind rules and runs? I find that... Doubtful.""<br/><br/>(Yes, Nuke, this is at you.)"
9974,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=25,2014-12-10T14:03:00,Fascist Russian Empire,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Inquisitor</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Well isn't that just fan-fucking-tastic...The damn racist sociopath causing trouble, as usual...I swear, the shit I have to put up with...</span>Inquisitor thought, his frustrations at Pitch Black mounting with Pitch attracting attention from the city's mechs. ""Sometimes I wonder why I even bother putting up with all this shit for SECA..."" Inquisitor said under his breath as he took the hint, following Janet down the alleyway; he honestly started to reconsider his dedication to working for SECA, with ponies like Pitch Black greatly dampening the appeal of the organization. Incompetent leaders, reactionary and extremist members, and violent methods all rubbed Inquisitor the wrong way, and he started thinking if working for SECA was worth the stress and constant risk to his own life.<span style=""font-style: italic"">You know what, I've tolerated Pitch Black, Bolt Breaker, and all the other incompetent, racist, and sociopathic members of SECA for far too long; when I get back to Bolt Breaker, either he can make some serious changes to SECA or I'm turning in my letter of resignation. This is ri-God-damn-diculous.</span>Inquisitor decided upon, his dissatisfaction and anger with SECA reaching a peak.<br/><br/>Inquisitor didn't even bother saying anything, and just silently did what Janet suggested; he could already tell she didn't want anything more to do with them, and Inquisitor wasn't planning on wasting any more of both of their time. Of course, if Inquisitor really needed to get away quickly, he always had wings and could just fly away from any danger, although he felt obligated to offer Janet an apology for the conduct of both himself and Pitch Black, and to say sorry for wasting her time. Janet most likely just wanted the two of them to piss off and find somebody else to bother, but Inquisitor at the very least wanted to give her an apology, and to try and make things up to her; she was basically just a stranger who wanted nothing to do with him, but Inquisitor still wanted to counteract the negative first impressions he gave. He didn't like the thought of people holding negative impressions of him just because of his association with ponies like Pitch Black; it was a disheartening feeling to have his own efforts constantly undermined by the likes of Pitch, one that he wanted to fix."
9975,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=25,2014-12-10T14:21:00,Nuclear Aftermath,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Kiera</span><br/><br/>Kiera watched the pony pass and hear her words. Kiera stood and stepped out. ""I am older and yet more advanced than Clock Works could ever be. These new machines are an affront to what M.I's could've ever been if we weren't so human in our creation."" With that, Kiera turned on her heel and walked the other way down the street."
9976,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=25,2014-12-10T14:27:00,Morlodania,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nuclear Aftermath <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322712&amp;p=22750625#p22750625"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Kiera</span> <br/><br/>Kiera watched the pony pass and hear her words. Kiera stood and stepped out. ""I am older and yet more advanced than Clock Works could ever be. These new machines are an affront to what M.I's could've ever been if we weren't so human in our creation."" With that, Kiera turned on her heel and walked the other way down the street.</div></blockquote><br/>Trit gives the M.I. a look, before shaking her head. ""Humans flawed you, Earth Pony kind perfected the machine, other than that they cannot feel emotion... You never would have reached the level of the Clockwork machines."" Trit smiles defiantly. She was, after all, mostly right. Earth Ponies had, in the days of old, invented Clockwork machines, and the humans had created relatively poor imitations of them. Nowadays, though... Most machines were made by humans, since they were the ruling race. Didn't matter to Trit, she just wanted to see how far she could push the old M.I. before it tried to pull something."
9977,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=25,2014-12-10T14:34:00,Nuclear Aftermath,"Kiera stopped and turned. Glaring daggers at the pony. ""You think those crappy imitations are anywhere near perfect? I was built for war. I was given memories, emotions, thoughts of my own. I could chose not to follow orders all I wanted. The only reason M.I's don't exist anymore is because we were so close to being human. That we began to get human conditions. Post Traumatic Stress. Mental breaks. A Clock Work can't be anywhere near my level of humanity. They're worthless, clunky, pieces of scrap metal that I use to keep my self running."""
9978,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=25,2014-12-10T14:41:00,Morlodania,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nuclear Aftermath <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322712&amp;p=22750791#p22750791"">wrote</a>:</cite>Kiera stopped and turned. Glaring daggers at the pony. ""You think those crappy imitations are anywhere near perfect? I was built for war. I was given memories, emotions, thoughts of my own. I could chose not to follow orders all I wanted. The only reason M.I's don't exist anymore is because we were so close to being human. That we began to get human conditions. Post Traumatic Stress. Mental breaks. A Clock Work can't be anywhere near my level of humanity. They're worthless, clunky, pieces of scrap metal that I use to keep my self running.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Clockworks are everything you aren't, they are mindless machines designed with a specific purpose, they ALWAYS follow orders, they CANNOT do anything outside their function... Meanwhile you can break, you can become a traitor, YOU are all too HUMAN in your mind to be worth ANYTHING. You're just as horrible, soulless, worthless and EVIL as the things that made you."" Trit smiles wickedly, daring the M.I. to even try to come at her. ""You are a product of a race that ENSLAVED an entire species, that cheated, lied, stole, pillaged, burned, raped, murdered, and outright DESTROYED to get what it wanted. You were FLAWED before you were even ASSEMBLED. The clockwork around us are NOT perfect... MY kind's creations were."""
9979,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=25,2014-12-10T14:47:00,The Flutterlands,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Pitch Black</span><br/><br/>Pitch Black clenched his jaw after Inquisitor made his little remark about his attitude. He stammered internally in anger as the white pegaus made him uncharacteristically lose count of the passing seconds. Nonetheless, Pitch wasn't planning on going anywhere without Janet. Bolt Breaker wants her for something that has to be important, and the black stallion was going to disappoint him. Pitch then tried to hold back a vomit when Inquisitor made his speech about a possible future where ponies, anthros, and humans could live in harmony.<span style=""font-style: italic"">How could this fool actually believe this?</span>he asked himself in his thoughts,<span style=""font-style: italic"">Inquisitor and his pathetic ideals of such a utopia! It's the humans fault that the war happened! It's the human's fault that so many of our kind are in bondage!</span><br/><br/>Pitch, however, was once again disturbed by the voice the little mecha, and the black stallion stopped himself from bursting out in outrage. He glared at the robot for a moment, and suddenly had a flashback of back when he was a foal; back when he had a mech like Cinder, which he saw as a friend. Sadly, the mech he once had was destroyed as part of Pitch's punishment, along with a a few whips to the back, for being caught with a book and asking to be taught how read it. Just the memory made Pitch's blood boil.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Humans and ponies can NOT live in harmony! EVER!</span><br/><br/>The black stallion glanced at an incoming Bruiser for a moment, suddenly remembering that he left all his weapons in a bush.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Luna-dammit!</span>thought Pitch,<span style=""font-style: italic"">Leave it to Inquisitor to have me dispose my weapons when there's always the possibility of something like this happening!</span>However, he was a bit surprised when Janet gave the mech the okay, and begrudgingly nodded at her suggestion. Pitch followed Inquisitor feeling just as pissed off as he is after everything that has occurred. He then gave Janet an icy glance. ""Alright, human."" he said, ""What is it?"""
9980,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=25,2014-12-10T14:58:00,Pinki3 Pon-3,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Janet Hugo</span><br/>Janet tugged Cinder into the alleyway before she slumped down against the wall as her breathing rapidly increased. She took a moment, gulping for air as her overly active flight response demanded that she run away right then. Despite everything she knew as right, she stayed. After her breathing slowed she stood up again. She glanced from Pitch to Inquisitor and sighed.<br/>""I want to help you. Right now we have bigger problems than humans fighting ponies. And slavery isn't going to solve anything. But firstly, my father didn't murder all those slaves. And secondly, swear on your honour you won't execute me as we leave the city."" She said bluntly. Her emotionless expression had taken up her visage once more when she glanced to Pitch.<br/>""And nobody touches Cinder without my permission.""<br/>She added with a cold anger."
9981,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=25,2014-12-10T16:13:00,Nuclear Aftermath,"<blockquote><div><cite>Morlodania <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322712&amp;p=22750870#p22750870"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Nuclear Aftermath <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322712&amp;p=22750791#p22750791"">wrote</a>:</cite>Kiera stopped and turned. Glaring daggers at the pony. ""You think those crappy imitations are anywhere near perfect? I was built for war. I was given memories, emotions, thoughts of my own. I could chose not to follow orders all I wanted. The only reason M.I's don't exist anymore is because we were so close to being human. That we began to get human conditions. Post Traumatic Stress. Mental breaks. A Clock Work can't be anywhere near my level of humanity. They're worthless, clunky, pieces of scrap metal that I use to keep my self running.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Clockworks are everything you aren't, they are mindless machines designed with a specific purpose, they ALWAYS follow orders, they CANNOT do anything outside their function... Meanwhile you can break, you can become a traitor, YOU are all too HUMAN in your mind to be worth ANYTHING. You're just as horrible, soulless, worthless and EVIL as the things that made you."" Trit smiles wickedly, daring the M.I. to even try to come at her. ""You are a product of a race that ENSLAVED an entire species, that cheated, lied, stole, pillaged, burned, raped, murdered, and outright DESTROYED to get what it wanted. You were FLAWED before you were even ASSEMBLED. The clockwork around us are NOT perfect... MY kind's creations were.""</div></blockquote><br/>Kiera's threw her hood back and stormed up to the pony. ""Your kind built this horrid city. Build the Clock Works and the machines that are. But a race who destroyed itself and those around it using mine Left the materials for you to build this place. I will be around long after you as will the Clock Works. You are a spec on the glass window of this era, and you will not be remembered in about a century. But me? I'll be here to remember you and I'll never tell anyone who or what you were. And once I break down for the final time? Your memory will be carried with me to my destruction."""
9982,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=25,2014-12-11T02:25:00,Morlodania,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nuclear Aftermath <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322712&amp;p=22752058#p22752058"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Morlodania <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322712&amp;p=22750870#p22750870"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Clockworks are everything you aren't, they are mindless machines designed with a specific purpose, they ALWAYS follow orders, they CANNOT do anything outside their function... Meanwhile you can break, you can become a traitor, YOU are all too HUMAN in your mind to be worth ANYTHING. You're just as horrible, soulless, worthless and EVIL as the things that made you."" Trit smiles wickedly, daring the M.I. to even try to come at her. ""You are a product of a race that ENSLAVED an entire species, that cheated, lied, stole, pillaged, burned, raped, murdered, and outright DESTROYED to get what it wanted. You were FLAWED before you were even ASSEMBLED. The clockwork around us are NOT perfect... MY kind's creations were.""</div></blockquote><br/>Kiera's threw her hood back and stormed up to the pony. ""Your kind built this horrid city. Build the Clock Works and the machines that are. But a race who destroyed itself and those around it using mine Left the materials for you to build this place. I will be around long after you as will the Clock Works. You are a spec on the glass window of this era, and you will not be remembered in about a century. But me? I'll be here to remember you and I'll never tell anyone who or what you were. And once I break down for the final time? Your memory will be carried with me to my destruction.""</div></blockquote><br/>""I doubt you'll outlive me, machine... Especially if you take a step closer. I'll disable and dismantle you before you have a chance to wonder what the fuck just happened. Machines are my specialty, and I STUDIED M.I.s once. I know the ins and outs of your machinery, and I know which parts of you are original and which ones you stole from the Clockworks."" Trit gives Kiera a defiant look, on hand drifting to one of her pistols slowly, the other drifting to her toolbox. ""I might not be good for much... But put me against a machine, that machine's spare parts in the blink of an eye..."""
9983,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=25,2014-12-11T02:55:00,Fascist Russian Empire,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Inquisitor</span><br/><br/>Inquisitor genuinely couldn't believe the words he was hearing from Janet; after being treated so rudely by Pitch, it was quite difficult to imagine just why she would want to help them. ""Well, that is...surprising, that you want to help us, after the less than proper conduct by my colleague. Regardless, welcome to the cause; I can give you my personal assurances, miss Hugo, that nobody is going to hurt you. With the Lord as my witness, I give you my most sincere promise that no harm will befall you while you're under the protection of SECA. As for your father, whatever crimes your father did or did not commit are irrelevant; you aren't him, so we aren't going to weigh his actions in our judgment of you. And, of course, I can also assure you that nobody is going to be hurting your friend Cinder any time soon, either. SECA is not a terrorist organization; we aren't here to bring destruction and death, we're here to bring liberty and freedom."" Inquisitor said, still in amazement that Janet would be so quick to want to help SECA, with a tone of sincerity and care, although he was certain Pitch would continue saying stupid things.<br/><br/>""Right, well, before you end up saying something that makes miss Hugo change her mind, let's just hurry up and get back to Bolt Breaker; let's head back, get our weapons back, and finish this up as quickly as possible. I don't want to spend any more time with you than I absolutely have to, and I think it's safe to say you feel the same way towards me."" He finished, turning to Pitch Black, making no effort to make a friendly tone towards him. Pitch Black sickened Inquisitor; murderers, racists, racial supremacists and criminal scum like him were, to Inquisitor, the lowest of the low, the lowest common denominator. Of course, he tried to stay optimistic, and he tried to keep a positive tone about him, but it was honestly difficult to stay positive when he had Pitch Black constantly blurting out petty threats and anti-human statements. Inquisitor felt glad that the two of them had left their weapons behind, with Pitch's conduct assuring him that things would have gone very, very, very poorly had Pitch Black had a weapon on him."
9984,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=25,2014-12-11T05:56:00,The Flutterlands,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Pitch Black</span><br/><br/>Pitch Black glared at Janet, also surprised that she accepted their offer, despite his attitude towards her. However, as for wither or not Janet's father killed those slaves, he wouldn't be surprised if she's lying about it. Nonetheless, Pitch swore to himself, that unless Janet proves to be more trouble than she's worth, he won't harm her, or Cinders.<br/><br/>The black stallion glared at Inquisitor after he made his comment, and nodded in a rare mutual agreement. Pitch has had enough of Inquisitor's remarks and his foolish ideals for interracial harmony. ""Agreed."" the black stallion snared, as he gathered his weapons, ""Now, should we walk home, or do you want me to teleport? I don't care. As long as we get home, it's fine enough for me."""
9985,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=25,2014-12-11T06:45:00,Nuclear Aftermath,"<blockquote><div><cite>Morlodania <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322712&amp;p=22757095#p22757095"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Nuclear Aftermath <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322712&amp;p=22752058#p22752058"">wrote</a>:</cite>Kiera's threw her hood back and stormed up to the pony. ""Your kind built this horrid city. Build the Clock Works and the machines that are. But a race who destroyed itself and those around it using mine Left the materials for you to build this place. I will be around long after you as will the Clock Works. You are a spec on the glass window of this era, and you will not be remembered in about a century. But me? I'll be here to remember you and I'll never tell anyone who or what you were. And once I break down for the final time? Your memory will be carried with me to my destruction.""</div></blockquote><br/>""I doubt you'll outlive me, machine... Especially if you take a step closer. I'll disable and dismantle you before you have a chance to wonder what the fuck just happened. Machines are my specialty, and I STUDIED M.I.s once. I know the ins and outs of your machinery, and I know which parts of you are original and which ones you stole from the Clockworks."" Trit gives Kiera a defiant look, on hand drifting to one of her pistols slowly, the other drifting to her toolbox. ""I might not be good for much... But put me against a machine, that machine's spare parts in the blink of an eye...""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Kiera glared as she clicked the safety off on her rifle. ""And I know how to defend myself against people like you. You make another move and you'll be Swiss cheese."" Kiera set her rifle against her shoulder and stood defensively. ""And you'll need a little longer to take me apart, I welded a lot of my parts back on instead of screwing them back together."""
9986,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=50,2014-12-11T11:02:00,Morlodania,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nuclear Aftermath <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322712&amp;p=22758274#p22758274"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Morlodania <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322712&amp;p=22757095#p22757095"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I doubt you'll outlive me, machine... Especially if you take a step closer. I'll disable and dismantle you before you have a chance to wonder what the fuck just happened. Machines are my specialty, and I STUDIED M.I.s once. I know the ins and outs of your machinery, and I know which parts of you are original and which ones you stole from the Clockworks."" Trit gives Kiera a defiant look, on hand drifting to one of her pistols slowly, the other drifting to her toolbox. ""I might not be good for much... But put me against a machine, that machine's spare parts in the blink of an eye...""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Kiera glared as she clicked the safety off on her rifle. ""And I know how to defend myself against people like you. You make another move and you'll be Swiss cheese."" Kiera set her rifle against her shoulder and stood defensively. ""And you'll need a little longer to take me apart, I welded a lot of my parts back on instead of screwing them back together.""</div></blockquote><br/>In a flash, Trit's inhibitor ring would be off her horn, and Kiera's rifle unloaded and cleared via magic, a sinister look on the unicorn's face. ""You know how to deal with my kind WITHOUT our magic... You have no clue what I can do to a machine like you with it..."" The ring clinks to the ground before Trit lifts it magically, sliding it into a pocket before crossing her arms and chuckling. ""I'm not going to do anything to you... I'm not cruel. Just know that you are, in fact, not as powerful as you say you are."" Trit would then spin on her heels and simply walk away, heading towards the main market."
9987,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=50,2014-12-11T11:18:00,Nuclear Aftermath,"<blockquote><div><cite>Morlodania <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322712&amp;p=22760057#p22760057"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Nuclear Aftermath <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322712&amp;p=22758274#p22758274"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Kiera glared as she clicked the safety off on her rifle. ""And I know how to defend myself against people like you. You make another move and you'll be Swiss cheese."" Kiera set her rifle against her shoulder and stood defensively. ""And you'll need a little longer to take me apart, I welded a lot of my parts back on instead of screwing them back together.""</div></blockquote><br/>In a flash, Trit's inhibitor ring would be off her horn, and Kiera's rifle unloaded and cleared via magic, a sinister look on the unicorn's face. ""You know how to deal with my kind WITHOUT our magic... You have no clue what I can do to a machine like you with it..."" The ring clinks to the ground before Trit lifts it magically, sliding it into a pocket before crossing her arms and chuckling. ""I'm not going to do anything to you... I'm not cruel. Just know that you are, in fact, not as powerful as you say you are."" Trit would then spin on her heels and simply walk away, heading towards the main market.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Kiera glared flames into Trit's back and followed her. ""I never claimed to be powerful! I just know that I'm more advanced than Clock Works."" Kiera pulled her hood up and slung her rifle over her shoulder."
9988,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=50,2014-12-11T11:47:00,Pinki3 Pon-3,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Janet Hugo</span><br/>Janet felt her nerves rising in her chest. She felt trapped, like prey. She felt watched. A shiver went down her spine as she watched the exchange between the two stallions.<br/>""Okay, that's nice, you both hate each other. Is now<span style=""font-style: italic"">really</span>the time for this?""<br/>She said with a nervous, stressed smile. Her well tuned ears heard the scrabble of dirt sent up by the Hunter as it turned the corner into the alleyway. Its eyes glowed a bright red with the infernal fires of its heartboiler. Its paws pounded on the ground as it hurtled towards them. She barely turned before noticing the creature and grabbing Cinder's hand. She placed a hand on Pitch's neck, not giving a damn if he got mad at that point.<br/>""Teleport now!!!!!""<br/>She yelled as the Hunter came closer."
9989,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=50,2014-12-11T12:10:00,The Flutterlands,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Pitch Black</span><br/><br/>Pitch also heard the sound of the hunter coming after them, and he glared at the metal hound as it went on the pursuit. No sooner than immediately after Janet yelled at him to teleport, Pitch grabbed both her and Inquisitor, and the group vanished in a flash of green. Upon rematerializing at SECA HQ, the black unicorn let go of Janet and Inquisitor, and scoffed. ""By Celestia, I hate the mechs."" he said coldly, ""Anyway, mission complete. Bolt Breaker! We're back with the human!"""
9990,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=50,2014-12-11T12:24:00,Fascist Russian Empire,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Inquisitor</span><br/><br/>Inquisitor remained silent as he picked his short sword back up, putting the sheath back around his waist; it was somewhat comforting, having the weapon back on him and ready to be used at any time. Inquisitor was, by no means, a violent or trigger happy pony, but when he was around ponies like Pitch Black it was of some consolation to have a weapon to defend himself with; he didn't trust Pitch Black, and felt safer around him when he had his sword on him, especially knowing just how damn many weapons the unicorn kept on him. Deep down, he knew that Janet was right, and that his rivalry with Pitch was rather petty, but he simply couldn't bring himself to put his trust in a sociopathic child murderer like Pitch Black; besides, even if he wanted to try and mend his relations with the unicorn, Pitch wasn't exactly a very forgiving individual, as evident by his undisguised racism and hatred of humans, and he probably wouldn't want to be friends with Inquisitor anyway.<br/><br/>When the City mech started coming towards them, Inquisitor didn't feel the same sense of panic that Janet felt; instead, he just gave a frustrated sigh. He'd been dealing with mechs for several years, and had grown not to fear them; instead, they simply annoyed him. The fact that he could fly largely removed any of the dangers that the mechs posed, so he didn't exactly have any reason to fear them, anyway. ""Just teleport us already."" He said, simply, to Pitch, his voice conveying annoyance far more than fear. He simply stood in place, staring at the mech as it moved towards them, completely unphased; he might have been a pacifist, but he wasn't a coward.<span style=""font-style: italic"">I swear, the shit I have to put up with...Sometimes, I wonder why I even fucking bother.</span>He thought as the three of them and Cinder were teleported back to the SECA base.<br/><br/>Of course, his annoyance didn't leave with the mech; the very moment they got back to the base, Pitch continued annoying him, with his racism. Without even bothering to say anything to Pitch, Inquisitor simply flew up into Bolt Breaker's office; flying was quicker than trotting, so Inquisitor took advantage of his wings. ""Like Pitch Black said, we're back with miss Hugo. Like I said earlier, we didn't need to use violence, coercion, or kidnapping to get it done, either; diplomacy was, and continues to be, the better alternative to violence. In any case, I should like to mention that this is the last time I'm ever working with Pitch Black on a mission again; I've had more than enough of his racist and pony supremacist rhetoric, and I have no intentions of having to listen to him ever again in the future. Not only does he completely spit in the face of my own values, he continues to undermine diplomacy and almost made the mission a failure with his impulsive and violent tendencies."" Inquisitor said, bluntly, to Bolt Breaker."
9991,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=50,2014-12-11T12:38:00,Morlodania,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nuclear Aftermath <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322712&amp;p=22760198#p22760198"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Morlodania <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322712&amp;p=22760057#p22760057"">wrote</a>:</cite>In a flash, Trit's inhibitor ring would be off her horn, and Kiera's rifle unloaded and cleared via magic, a sinister look on the unicorn's face. ""You know how to deal with my kind WITHOUT our magic... You have no clue what I can do to a machine like you with it..."" The ring clinks to the ground before Trit lifts it magically, sliding it into a pocket before crossing her arms and chuckling. ""I'm not going to do anything to you... I'm not cruel. Just know that you are, in fact, not as powerful as you say you are."" Trit would then spin on her heels and simply walk away, heading towards the main market.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Kiera glared flames into Trit's back and followed her. ""I never claimed to be powerful! I just know that I'm more advanced than Clock Works."" Kiera pulled her hood up and slung her rifle over her shoulder.</div></blockquote><br/>""The Clockworks are powerful. Claiming to be more advanced claims you have more power than they."" Trit stops and looks back at the M.I. ""A clockwork would have known better than to try and draw a weapon on a Unicorn... Because our magic would easily counter that unless you have a way to negate that. You lack that knowledge, shame on you."""
9992,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=50,2014-12-11T12:42:00,Nuclear Aftermath,"<blockquote><div><cite>Morlodania <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322712&amp;p=22760956#p22760956"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Nuclear Aftermath <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322712&amp;p=22760198#p22760198"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Kiera glared flames into Trit's back and followed her. ""I never claimed to be powerful! I just know that I'm more advanced than Clock Works."" Kiera pulled her hood up and slung her rifle over her shoulder.</div></blockquote><br/>""The Clockworks are powerful. Claiming to be more advanced claims you have more power than they."" Trit stops and looks back at the M.I. ""A clockwork would have known better than to try and draw a weapon on a Unicorn... Because our magic would easily counter that unless you have a way to negate that. You lack that knowledge, shame on you.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Kiera glared even more. ""I run on a Mini Nuclear Arc Reactor. That's far more advanced that what those stupid hunks of scrap run off of."" Kiera pointed to her rifle. ""And a scout rifle with a scope and silencer would take your head off before you could even hear the shot."""
9993,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=50,2014-12-11T13:32:00,Pinki3 Pon-3,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bolt Breaker</span><br/>Bolt Breaker sighed and pressed a hoof against the forehead of the gas-mask.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Why the temper-tantrums? Why can't they just shut up and do their bit?</span><br/>Bolt thought as he listened to Inquisitor's little rant about Pitch.<br/>""Of course, of course. And if the next partner you have isn't agreeable either? What about the one after that? Look Inquisitor, we weren't all as lucky as you. Not all of our owners showed us some divine path. Not all of our owners treated us as yours did. You're going to meet a lot of ponies you won't agree with here, because they've experienced life differently to how you have. That's how this goes. But next time I'll be sure to keep you two apart.""<br/>Bolt said before walking down the stairs to the entrance, not particularly looking forward to using the tattered wings which had once been proud specimens of pegasus skill and might. Bolt left the building and approached Janet tentatively,<br/>""Miss . . . Hugo. Welcome.""<br/>Bolt said respectfully and gestured to the house. Janet glanced from Bolt to the house and back again.<br/>""If it's all the same to you, I shall stay out here for the time being.""<br/>She said. Bolt sighed and nodded,<br/>""Of course. I trust they weren't too rough?""<br/>""No, there was some bickering but we got here in the end as you can see. With a little motivation from a mechanical hound.""<br/>Janet said calmly, controlling her situation masterfully, or obliviously depending on one's view. Bolt Breaker's ears perked up at the mention of the hound and Bolt immediately turned to Pitch,<br/>""Were you followed?"""
9994,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=50,2014-12-11T13:38:00,Morlodania,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nuclear Aftermath <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322712&amp;p=22760995#p22760995"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Morlodania <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322712&amp;p=22760956#p22760956"">wrote</a>:</cite>""The Clockworks are powerful. Claiming to be more advanced claims you have more power than they."" Trit stops and looks back at the M.I. ""A clockwork would have known better than to try and draw a weapon on a Unicorn... Because our magic would easily counter that unless you have a way to negate that. You lack that knowledge, shame on you.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Kiera glared even more. ""I run on a Mini Nuclear Arc Reactor. That's far more advanced that what those stupid hunks of scrap run off of."" Kiera pointed to her rifle. ""And a scout rifle with a scope and silencer would take your head off before you could even hear the shot.""</div></blockquote><br/>Trit's horn shimmers as a shield raises around her. ""Better than a sniper have tried to kill me, love... I don't die easily. My mechanical arm runs on a magic crystal, FAR more reliable than your arc reactor. Your reactor is very... Unstable. One wrong hit and you explode. Clockworks never do that."""
9995,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=50,2014-12-11T14:06:00,The Flutterlands,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Pitch Black</span><br/><br/>Pitch shook his head. ""No. We weren't followed."" he said, ""However, we did have an encounter with another one of those damn mechs. This time it was a hunter. Probably won't be any trouble, since we teleported here. ...Unless it touched me in mid-teleportation."" Pitch shook his head. ""Anyway, does this mean I'll be getting a new partner, too?"" he asked, ""I'm actually glad that I don't have to put up with Inquisitor and his foolish ideals any longer."""
9996,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=50,2014-12-11T14:27:00,Fascist Russian Empire,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Inquisitor</span><br/><br/>Silent relief fell over Inquisitor, knowing he wouldn't have to deal with Pitch Black anymore; he'd, honestly, rather work alone than work with the likes of him. Certainly, he wasn't too happy about the fact that Bolt Breaker was accepting of radical views in SECA, but he was at the very least happy that he wouldn't have to work with Pitch Black anymore. Deciding not to comment further on the matter, Inquisitor flew back down to the ground outside the SECA headquarters where Janet, Pitch, and Cinder were. He decided he'd talk about the problem of pony supremacist thoughts in SECA with Bolt Breaker later; it could wait, for the time being. He landed down on the ground with the others just in time to hear Pitch Black's insulting comment about him.<br/><br/>""Oh, and you think that you're so much better than me, you damn child murdering bastard? Regardless of your views on integration between ponies and humans, at least I have the decency not to slaughter entire families in cold blood. Racism is one thing, hatred is one thing, even murder is one thing, but kill<span style=""font-style: italic"">children</span>out of petty desires for revenge is sickening, and if you think the words of a God damned sociopath like you are going to influence anybody other than the lowest of the low, you have a whole other thing coming; nobody cares what your kind think, nobody cares about your reactionary racist views, and nobody cares about what you think about me."" Inquisitor said to Pitch Black, the hostility in his voice being evident and open for all to hear.<br/><br/>""You know what, Pitch Black, I denounce you; you are a stain upon the face of the Earth, and you are the personification of everything wrong with society. You don't deserve to be a member of SECA."" He finished, his hatred of Pitch Black climaxing, pointing an accusatory hoof at the black unicorn. He didn't care what Bolt Breaker would think; he would gladly take whatever punishment BB had in store for him, but he couldn't take any more of Pitch. Pitch Black was a criminal, a child murderer, and a terrorist; Inquisitor had no more patience for him."
9997,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=50,2014-12-11T14:41:00,The Flutterlands,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Pitch Black</span><br/><br/>""You think I'm<span style=""font-style: italic"">happy</span>with what I did?"" Pitch snapped back at Inquisutor in a rage, ""You don't think I've lost sleep after killing thoes children?!"" The black stallion glared at Inquisitor, who must have thought of himself as the perfect saint. ""I<span style=""font-style: italic"">have</span>lost sleep regretting what I've done."" Pitch continued, ""I may not feel sorry about killing my wretched masters... but, the children?"" He then went silent for a moment, realizing what he just said, and his eyes softened slightly, and he sulked his head, knowing fully that he must continue. ""A few weeks after what I have done,"" said the black unicorn, ""I promised that I will always spare the children. ...I now understand just how... innocent, they are."" Pitch sighed slightly, and looked back at Inquisitor. ""There! I admit I was wrong! Okay? Are you happy now,<span style=""font-style: italic"">Saint</span>Inquisitor?"""
9998,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=50,2014-12-11T14:51:00,Nuclear Aftermath,"<blockquote><div><cite>Morlodania <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322712&amp;p=22761520#p22761520"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Nuclear Aftermath <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322712&amp;p=22760995#p22760995"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Kiera glared even more. ""I run on a Mini Nuclear Arc Reactor. That's far more advanced that what those stupid hunks of scrap run off of."" Kiera pointed to her rifle. ""And a scout rifle with a scope and silencer would take your head off before you could even hear the shot.""</div></blockquote><br/>Trit's horn shimmers as a shield raises around her. ""Better than a sniper have tried to kill me, love... I don't die easily. My mechanical arm runs on a magic crystal, FAR more reliable than your arc reactor. Your reactor is very... Unstable. One wrong hit and you explode. Clockworks never do that.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Kiera glares to the point her eyebrows nearly bend past their stopping point. ""But it'll keep me running longer than those stupid Clock Works."""
9999,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=50,2014-12-11T15:10:00,Pinki3 Pon-3,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bolt Breaker</span><br/>Bolt Breaker's gas masked face dropped when the hostilities flared up once more. Bolt sat down and pressed the two, scarred forehooves together with increasing pressure, attempting to relieve a little of the anger that was building up. Anger was very bad. It lead to bad things for those nearby.<br/>""Inquisitor . . . Pitch . . . Please . . . Just . . . Shut up.""<br/>Bolt Breaker said exasperatedly. Janet looked at the pair and sighed,<br/>""Are they always like that?""<br/>""Indeed. I was hoping retrieving you might have helped bring a little peace.<span style=""font-style: italic"">You were always the little diplomat.</span>""<br/>Bolt Breaker said with a long sigh, muttering the last bit softly, almost inaudibly. Janet hadn't noticedwhat Bolt said and sat down on a nearby rock as she prepared to watch Pitch and Inquisitor continue their shouting match. Bolt sighed and stepped between them.<br/>""Pitch . . . Please can you just forgive Inquisitor a little impatience. Your past does bring an understandable amount of discomfort to him. Inquisitor, please let the wrongs of the past slide. They happened, they have been paid for and the guilty have suffered their punishment. Look to fix the wrongs of today, instead of clinging to the past. You both work to free ponies. Pitch, you hate humans, yet you gladly accept food and gear from our human contacts inside the city. You don't honestly think we grow it all here do you? This is a tobacco plantation . . . There is nothing else but tobacco.""<br/>Bolt said, emphasizing how much external help they had from humans.<br/>""Besides, they aren't all bad. Inquisitor, you trust too easily in your diplomacy, and one day its going to get you killed. You two need to find a way to learn a little of what the other has if you're going to survive.""<br/>Bolt said,<br/>""Now if you two would like to sit and learn a little more about our guest feel free. But if you're going to bicker I'll set the Hunter on you myself.""<br/>Bolt said, assuming that if the pair had time to argue they hadn't been followed by the mech."
10000,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=50,2014-12-11T15:44:00,Fascist Russian Empire,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Inquisitor</span><br/><br/>Inquisitor couldn't help but feel ever so slightly bad when he listened to Pitch admit that he had been wrong in his actions, and confess that he had in fact felt regret over what he did. Of course, Inquisitor still felt correct in his distrust of the unicorn, although he did feel bad about his rather heated denunciation of Pitch following Pitch's confession. He prepared to say something, only to be interrupted by Bolt Breaker speaking up. He had to admit, BB did have a point, although he still disagreed with BB on the matter of diplomatic solutions and still believed that SECA ought to have more emphasis on equality and expel reactionary members. He silently listened to Bolt Breaker's scolding, ignoring the temptation to comment on the matter, and he quietly took in what their leader had to say.<br/><br/>""Should Pitch Black be willing to see reason and look past his petty hatred of humanity, that same day will be the day I offer him my forgiveness for past transgressions and my hoof in friendship. However, I see no evidence that he is willing to make that change; I hear nothing from him but anti-human sentiment. Unless I see some kind of commitment from him, no amount of encouragement from you will make me forgive him, much less cooperate with him. I'll have nothing to do with radicals and reactionaries."" Inquisitor said, plainly, after a moment of thought. He didn't<span style=""font-style: italic"">want</span>to be enemies with Pitch, he didn't<span style=""font-style: italic"">want</span>to constantly be feuding with him, and he certainly didn't<span style=""font-style: italic"">want</span>to have the two constantly getting in each others' way; however, given the lack of willingness to see reason on Pitch's part, Inquisitor honestly saw no other alternative.<br/><br/>""I'm going to infer, already, from my past experiences with you, that you aren't going to compromise on the matter of humanity?"" Inquisitor asked, simply, to Pitch Black, already knowing what the most likely answer from the stallion would be. Inquisitor was a respectable stallion, and certainly he wasn't an extremist; he was always willing to compromise, and he was more than willing to change his opinions on any matter, but Pitch Black, he presumed, was the exact opposite, and he highly doubted he would be willing to change his outlook on humans. If Pitch Black were willing to see reason when it came to equal rights, Inquisitor would have been more than willing to set aside their past differences and work together for the greater good, although Inquisitor sincerely doubted he would find any such compromise with Pitch."
10001,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=50,2014-12-11T16:10:00,The Flutterlands,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Pitch Black</span><br/><br/>Pitch looked at Inquisitor and nodded his head. The black stallion didn't believe that humanity and ponies could coexist without one trying to rule over the other. ""Yes,"" said Pitch, ""I think that many of us would prefer that, when slavery is finally outlawed, the human race and the pony race would separate from each other, and live on different lands, and never interact with each other again. How's that for a compromise?"" Pitch sighed in a sort of relief. He felt lighter, as if he had dropped some sort of heavy burden, he was carrying. Nonetheless, Pitch just couldn't believe that the deep wounds inflicted by the war and the human enslavement of the pony race, could ever heal."
10002,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=50,2014-12-11T16:59:00,Fascist Russian Empire,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Inquisitor</span><br/><br/>Inquisitor felt...surprised, to hear Pitch agree to any kind of compromise. Of course, he still fervently disagreed with the unicorn, although he was, at the very least, glad to see him taking a step up from his typical pony supremacist ways. Inquisitor could name a very long list of reasons why separating human and pony societies was a bad idea, but, at the very least, it was an acceptable, although not preferable, proposition. He took a moment to think about his response, looking away for a few seconds before turning his gaze back onto Pitch Black; he did, honestly, want to help mend the less than cordial relations between them, and he figured that resolving their differences on the racial issue was as good a way as any to start.<br/><br/>""My goal is, and always has been, to broker an end not only to slavery but also to the long standing hostilities between humanity and ponies; I've always believed, and always will believe, that cooperation and mutual prosperity is the best thing for society as a whole. Segregating society based on race will, in all frankness and likelihood, result in the already deep rooted racial tension in society continuing to be an issue for many decades to come, and make the possibility of a productive partnership between ponies and humans virtually impossible...However, it's certainly a step up from wanting to punish humanity as a whole for the crimes of the slave owners and, in spite of my opposition to the idea, it is an acceptable compromise. If...if you wish to end our rather hostile relationship, and look to the future, then I offer you a cordial hoof in partnership and friendship. I am willing to let go of the past, and work together, if you're willing to do the same."" Inquisitor said, a little hesitantly, not entire certain if it was a good idea.<br/><br/>Just moments ago, he had outright denounced Pitch Black, and moments later he had offered to end their rivalry. Inquisitor himself could hardly believe that he was offering to forgive Pitch's past crimes and offer him friendship, although, deep down, he realized that it was most likely for the best for them to work together. Taking a deep breath, Inquisitor looked Pitch in the eyes and waited for an answer from him, wondering if he had made a mistake in his decision to offer friendship to Pitch and half-expecting some kind of hostile reaction from him. If Pitch was willing to take his hoof in friendship, then that would be well and good, although Inquisitor couldn't help but feel like he was thinking idealistically, and that Pitch wasn't going to abandon his old ways."
10003,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=50,2014-12-11T18:51:00,The Flutterlands,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Pitch Black</span><br/><br/>Pitch's eyes grew cold for a moment, when Inquisitor offered friendship. The black unicorn still saw his ideals as both foolish and impossible, he still hated humanity as a whole for their crimes, and he still saw brutality and force as a means to end the human tyranny. However, Pitch saw profit in Inquisitor's offer, thinking that it would be more productive if they work together, rather than if they bickered and fought. ""Fine."" said Pitch, ""I accept your offer. I... I forgive you for your foolish ideals... And I'm... sorry for my attitude, lately. I will... I will try to restrain myself, for now on, okay?"""
10004,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=50,2014-12-11T22:35:00,Morlodania,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nuclear Aftermath <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322712&amp;p=22762322#p22762322"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Morlodania <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322712&amp;p=22761520#p22761520"">wrote</a>:</cite>Trit's horn shimmers as a shield raises around her. ""Better than a sniper have tried to kill me, love... I don't die easily. My mechanical arm runs on a magic crystal, FAR more reliable than your arc reactor. Your reactor is very... Unstable. One wrong hit and you explode. Clockworks never do that.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Kiera glares to the point her eyebrows nearly bend past their stopping point. ""But it'll keep me running longer than those stupid Clock Works.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Or it'll give out and you'll explode any moment now. Those power sources are... Not too reliable when it comes to not self-destructing."" Trit shrugs a little. ""Again, humanity left far too many loopholes in its systems, unlike my kind... We created things with one purpose, Humanity tried multitasking and failed."""
10005,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=50,2014-12-12T03:59:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Cinder</span></span></div><br/>Cinder was really about to spew some fire at the black unicorn, but he felt someone grab his arm and yank at him. After a blur, the little clockwork realized that he was now in some alley. Another clockwork, much larger, had begun to approach. That was probably why he was dragged off. Looking up, he realized it was that lady from earlier. He hadn't even found out what her name was yet. Everything was going so fast. He stood up slowly, adjusted his left arm so that it wouldn't fall off and watched the three talk. Then, it wasn't long before his hand was grabbed again. Cinder caught a glimpse of Janet before the world around him flashed. There had been something very ugly and scary stalking after them.<br/><br/>Now they were in a different place. There were equines all around. Cinder's interior gas valve had been rupture by the combined pressure of anger and fright. He sat there, twisting a knob on his torso to keep the gas from igniting. Cinder had not been through so much excitement in a long time. Around him, there seemed to be another verbal altercation, but the two aggressors had been quelled and now seemed to be making up. Cinder gave a short sigh. He had been indirectly involved again. Not bothering to look for the lady, Cinder stood up, reattached his arm and began clanking off towards a group of ponies. Tehey dispersed to let him through, but Cinder may have been damaged a little more than he'd thought. The back panel on his torso, beneath his cylindrical head exploded, revealing a gaping hole. Within seconds, white smoke was pouring out of it. Small fires had erupted under the clockwork's head. A loud ticking sound was being emitted from him as he sagged, fell on his side, kicked, and went out like a light.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Was that the end for Cinder?..</span>"
10006,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=50,2014-12-12T07:31:00,Nuclear Aftermath,"<blockquote><div><cite>Morlodania <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322712&amp;p=22767101#p22767101"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Nuclear Aftermath <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322712&amp;p=22762322#p22762322"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Kiera glares to the point her eyebrows nearly bend past their stopping point. ""But it'll keep me running longer than those stupid Clock Works.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Or it'll give out and you'll explode any moment now. Those power sources are... Not too reliable when it comes to not self-destructing."" Trit shrugs a little. ""Again, humanity left far too many loopholes in its systems, unlike my kind... We created things with one purpose, Humanity tried multitasking and failed.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Kiera raises her voice in anger. ""I WAS BUILT FOR WAR! I tried to help people when the bombs dropped, but war came back and I had to fight again. Maybe I don't enjoy fighting with a bunch of intolerant ponies and worthless Clock Works, ever think of that?"" Kiera huffs and sits on the side walk. ""I just wanted to be nicer than I was. Maybe even be loved by someone...<span style=""font-style: italic"">Anyone</span>."
10007,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=50,2014-12-12T16:11:00,Morlodania,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nuclear Aftermath <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322712&amp;p=22769008#p22769008"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Morlodania <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322712&amp;p=22767101#p22767101"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Or it'll give out and you'll explode any moment now. Those power sources are... Not too reliable when it comes to not self-destructing."" Trit shrugs a little. ""Again, humanity left far too many loopholes in its systems, unlike my kind... We created things with one purpose, Humanity tried multitasking and failed.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Kiera raises her voice in anger. ""I WAS BUILT FOR WAR! I tried to help people when the bombs dropped, but war came back and I had to fight again. Maybe I don't enjoy fighting with a bunch of intolerant ponies and worthless Clock Works, ever think of that?"" Kiera huffs and sits on the side walk. ""I just wanted to be nicer than I was. Maybe even be loved by someone...<span style=""font-style: italic"">Anyone</span>.</div></blockquote><br/>""That love thing wouldn't be hard if you met my brother... He has a... Thing for machines."" Trit shrugs slightly. ""And while an attempt at change is admirable... It is outside of your function. You are still a machine, an though you may be intelligent and even capable of individual choices... You still must follow your programming and functions, for they are the base of your very being."" Trit's expression softens as she squats, looking the M.I. in the eyes. ""You now have at least a small amount of my respect now, however, for at least trying. Now stand, machine... After I get food for myself and my brother, I'll bring you to him, maybe you can have a shot at love after all."""
10008,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=50,2014-12-12T17:17:00,Nuclear Aftermath,"<blockquote><div><cite>Morlodania <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322712&amp;p=22773673#p22773673"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Nuclear Aftermath <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322712&amp;p=22769008#p22769008"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Kiera raises her voice in anger. ""I WAS BUILT FOR WAR! I tried to help people when the bombs dropped, but war came back and I had to fight again. Maybe I don't enjoy fighting with a bunch of intolerant ponies and worthless Clock Works, ever think of that?"" Kiera huffs and sits on the side walk. ""I just wanted to be nicer than I was. Maybe even be loved by someone...<span style=""font-style: italic"">Anyone</span>.</div></blockquote><br/>""That love thing wouldn't be hard if you met my brother... He has a... Thing for machines."" Trit shrugs slightly. ""And while an attempt at change is admirable... It is outside of your function. You are still a machine, an though you may be intelligent and even capable of individual choices... You still must follow your programming and functions, for they are the base of your very being."" Trit's expression softens as she squats, looking the M.I. in the eyes. ""You now have at least a small amount of my respect now, however, for at least trying. Now stand, machine... After I get food for myself and my brother, I'll bring you to him, maybe you can have a shot at love after all.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Kiera looks at Trit for a moment and softly smiles. ""If I'm coming with you, call me by my name. Kiera."" With that, Kiera stands and pulls her hood up. ""Deal?"""
10009,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=50,2014-12-12T23:17:00,Morlodania,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nuclear Aftermath <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322712&amp;p=22774392#p22774392"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Morlodania <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322712&amp;p=22773673#p22773673"">wrote</a>:</cite>""That love thing wouldn't be hard if you met my brother... He has a... Thing for machines."" Trit shrugs slightly. ""And while an attempt at change is admirable... It is outside of your function. You are still a machine, an though you may be intelligent and even capable of individual choices... You still must follow your programming and functions, for they are the base of your very being."" Trit's expression softens as she squats, looking the M.I. in the eyes. ""You now have at least a small amount of my respect now, however, for at least trying. Now stand, machine... After I get food for myself and my brother, I'll bring you to him, maybe you can have a shot at love after all.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Kiera looks at Trit for a moment and softly smiles. ""If I'm coming with you, call me by my name. Kiera."" With that, Kiera stands and pulls her hood up. ""Deal?""</div></blockquote><br/>Trit extends a hand to the M.I., smiling gently. ""Trit Rodgers."" She nods. ""And yes, deal. Strange how my starting off by insulting you lead to this, isn't it?"" Trit cocks her head to the side for a moment before looking over her shoulder, reaching into her pocket and re-placing the inhibitor ring on her horn. ""All well, I suppose. No harm no foul, right Kiera?"""
10010,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=50,2014-12-13T07:04:00,Nuclear Aftermath,"<blockquote><div><cite>Morlodania <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322712&amp;p=22778133#p22778133"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Nuclear Aftermath <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322712&amp;p=22774392#p22774392"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Kiera looks at Trit for a moment and softly smiles. ""If I'm coming with you, call me by my name. Kiera."" With that, Kiera stands and pulls her hood up. ""Deal?""</div></blockquote><br/>Trit extends a hand to the M.I., smiling gently. ""Trit Rodgers."" She nods. ""And yes, deal. Strange how my starting off by insulting you lead to this, isn't it?"" Trit cocks her head to the side for a moment before looking over her shoulder, reaching into her pocket and re-placing the inhibitor ring on her horn. ""All well, I suppose. No harm no foul, right Kiera?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Kiera smiles. ""As long as the insults stay in the past from now on, we won't have problems."" Kiera unbuttons her jacket and reaches into her vest pocket, pulling out a small pocket watch. ""I know it's ironic for me to have this, but...I have a thing for pocket watches."" Kiera opens the pocket watch and checks the time. ""Curfew will begin in about an hour. We better get moving, Trit."""
10011,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=75,2014-12-13T08:22:00,Cymrea,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Colonel Aries</span><br/><br/>The colonel paid little attention to where he was going. He didn't need to; City Vaughn was well known to him. He was headed back to the Gauntlet, the complex of buildings that served as headquarters for the Steamguard. It was there that he would make final preparations for his regiment's forthcoming tour of duty.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""I cannot say that I am greatly surprised, sir,"" Colonel Aries had said the day before, from the seat before the desk of Lieutenant General Cyrus Lockwood, commander of the Steamguard's Clockwork Cavalry division. The general had come up from his underground offices in the Warren to see his orders into the hands of the commander of his 9th regiment personally. Not that the coming tour and mission was particularly secretive, but since the fiasco in the Brass District last year, operational security had tightened significantly.<br/><br/>Lockwood lit a fat cigar and drew slowly on it, savouring the rich smoke. ""No one with any intelligence is surprised, Jefferson. The Ponies have been mewling over the loss of SECA influence since our covert raid on the Starlight Plantation. We think certain elements within the Coalition might see this as an opportunity to make a hard grab for Janet Hugo. Certainly a moral justification for it.""<br/><br/>Colonel Aries nodded but said nothing.<br/><br/>""Now, the surprise, old boy,"" General Lockwood continued, ""is why we are bothering to get involved.""<br/><br/>After a moment's final consideration of his orders, the colonel looked up and fixed his eyes - both natural and artificial - on the general. ""Her father Jasper - more specifically his invention - made City Vaughn what it is today. That he utilised slave labour on a massive scale and squandered many of those lives thoughtlessly is a primary rallying point for SECA. Capturing and/or controlling Ms. Hugo would be a significant fulcrum of leverage for the Coalition.""<br/><br/>""Very good, Colonel. Now, why the Clockwork Cavalry?""<br/><br/>Colonel Aries squinted. Was Lockwood condescending to him? No, he decided, probably not. ""Skyhawk infantry would be the natural choice, but Ms. Hugo can't stay on the </span>Aurelia<span style=""font-style: italic""> forever. Or, more precisely, she </span>won't<span style=""font-style: italic"">. I met Dr. Hugo a number of times while on duty during the construction of the Core; he had his daughter with him, often as not. Even then, the girl had an insatiable curiosity and wanderlust. I doubt much has changed in that regard. And on the ground, there's no unit better than our cavalry.""<br/><br/>The colonel grinned. ""The Steamguard is putting up its dukes and the 9th is the thundering right cross.""<br/><br/>General Lockwood smiled around his cigar. ""Not a bad analogy, Jefferson. And almost dead accurate. The 3rd and 8th are also heading out on tour, but they're in support of the 9th. We,"" he took another long draw on the cigar, ""are the point of the spear here, Colonel. The City Council, and by extension Steamguard, officially supports the coalition, but the fundamentalists within it are considered to be criminals and rebels. We need to make our point perfectly clear: the streets of City Vaughn are not the front for the war on slavery and activities that threaten the city's peace and stability, or the security of its citizens, will not be tolerated. I need a bloodthirsty old warhorse capable of driving that point into the heart of the SECA resistance. And you, old boy, are exceptionally qualified for the task.""<br/><br/>Colonel Aries tucked the papers back into the folder and carefully secured it. ""You're too kind, General.""</span><br/><br/>A small voice broke the colonel’s reverie, dragging him back to the foggy street of his present. Peering down, he found that the voice belonged to a slender man, dirty and under-dressed, shivering in the morning cold before him.<br/><br/>“What’s that again? Stand aside, boy, you’re blocking my path,” said the colonel, squinting.<br/><br/>The slender man’s teeth chattered as he tried not to stare at the colonel’s eye. He rephrased his unheard question. “Beggin’ your pardon, sir, but could you spare a bit o’ coin for some food? For my dog, sir?”<br/><br/>Colonel Aries glanced into the shadowed corner of the building behind the beggar and spied an adorable beagle puppy huddled there. The colonel held great affection for animals. A cold smile curled the colonel’s lips as he opened his coat. He pulled a fold of fifty- and hundred-Orion notes half out of his pocket before tucking them back into his greatcoat. From the wide-eyed expression on his face, the beggar had not missed the colonel's deliberate display.<br/><br/>“Listen here, boy. If you can’t feed yourself, then you shouldn’t rightly be keeping a dog. That’s just cruel, boy, inflicting your own negative fate on that poor defenseless creature.”<br/><br/>“....what?” was all the man could say, taken completely aback.<br/><br/>“Why don’t I line your pockets some, and you just give that poor dog on over to me. I’ll give it a good home.”<br/><br/>“What?” the beggar sputtered, glancing back at the beagle puppy. “What? No!” The slender man snarled and pulled a wicked-looking knife from under his thin coat. “Just… gimme that money, old man!”<br/><br/>Colonel Aries was already tired of the exchange. He reached inside his coat. The man’s eyes grew wide again with anticipation. And then fear as the colonel produced the biggest revolver he had ever seen, cocked it, and pointed it at his face. The knife fell from the would-be robber's suddenly nerveless fingers. The chime of metal on stone rang loud in the cold morning fog.<br/><br/>“Wait!” the man cried out. Shivering visibly, and not just from the chill air, he frantically retrieved the puppy. In quaking arms, he held it out to Colonel Aries.<br/><br/>The colonel uncocked his revolver and reholstered it in his coat, to the other man's visible relief. He took the puppy and flicked some coins into the street.<br/><br/>“Now, I believe I said stand aside, boy.” Colonel Aries shouldered past the still-trembling beggar. Pausing only long enough to tuck the beagle puppy into the warm greatcoat, the colonel continued his morning walk.<br/><br/>""Bloodthirsty old warhorse, indeed,"" he grumbled."
10012,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=75,2014-12-14T06:10:00,Pinki3 Pon-3,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bolt Breaker</span><br/>Bolt Breaker turned back to Janet with a sigh of relief as the two agreed to cooperate for the time being. Suddenly there was a loud commotion caused by the mech exploding. Bolt sighed and pressed a tired forehoof to the forehead of the gas mask.<br/>""There's always something. Somepony see to those flames. You two-""<br/>He said pointing to a pair of random ponies nearby,<br/>""Get that mech. And get Cogs, we need that mech talking to get some answers.""<br/>Bolt said coldly.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Janet</span><br/>Janet jumped as the explosion engulfed Cinder. She stood with her mouth open in horror, gazing on at the horror scene in front of her. She pushed ponies out of the way as she made her way towards the little mech. He had been good company for the few minutes she had known him.<br/>""Could you just let me work on him please?""<br/>She asked quietly, to which Bolt Breaker simply nodded."
10013,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=75,2014-12-14T10:00:00,Cymrea,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Colonel Aries</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Above the Platinum District, City Vaughn</span><br/><br/>His regiment was ready. They would deploy on the morrow. His executive officer, Captain Hamilton Pepper, was a thoroughly capable officer and had ensured that the 9th had not gotten rusty during their rotation off, drilling them just as intensely as if they were still on active duty. The Steamguard engineers had kept the clockwork mounts in tip-top condition, and the shocklances had been optimised.<br/><br/>Colonel Aries had expected nothing less.<br/><br/>Having completed the inspection and finding his regiment in satisfactory condition, Colonel Aries had returned to Chordata Station and proceeded to taxi his way up to his primary residence,<span style=""font-style: italic"">Fortuna Victrix</span>, a large skyhome held aloft over City Vaughn by an alloy-skinned dirigible. The gala aboard<span style=""font-style: italic"">Chloria</span>wasn't for many hours yet, and the colonel was in no particular hurry.<br/><br/>The aircar taxi drifted quietly through the morning fog. The low hum of the cable and the gentle sway of the gondola were the only indications that the aircar moved at all. The taxi was paneled in rich, polished wood and trimmed in gleaming steel and brass. With large windows running along both sides, the gondola offered a panoramic view of City Vaughn. Or would have. The low clouds, tinted in a diffuse golden glow, obscured the view completely, much to the colonel's disappointment.<br/><br/>He stared out at the blank canvas, mentally painting his own picture of the landscape below. Shadowy buildings, sheltering near reaching towers and the ever-working arms of the Core, framed by the inky streets and avenues winding like cobblestone threads, and all stretching away to the desolate horizon.<br/><br/>“Dang it, Savannah, isn’t it just my luck? My first day back home and Lady Fate sees fit to draw the curtains on my view.”<br/><br/>The beagle puppy roundly ignored Colonel Aries as she bounded up and down the centre aisle, ears flapping, hopping up onto each seat to look out the windows briefly before continuing her unending circuit of the gondola. The colonel leaned down and scooped her up as she passed, holding the puppy in front of his face. Savannah licked the end of his nose and he chuckled as he kissed the dog on hers.<br/><br/>Colonel Aries and Savannah were alone in the gondola; the colonel preferred his privacy and dismissed the attendant, who gratefully withdrew to the service cabin at the rear of the gondola, shortly after boarding.<br/><br/>He turned the beagle to face out the window. “Just a soupy mess,” he grumbled.<br/><br/>Colonel Aries tried peering straight down. A small break in the fog revealed little more than an indistinct murky gray. Savannah squeaked a tiny bark and the colonel looked up just as the low clouds parted, revealing the broad face of<span style=""font-style: italic"">Fortuna Victrix</span>. The area above the Platinum District was clear and early afternoon sunlight bathed the skyhome.<br/><br/>“Ah,” Colonel Aries sighed, smiling beneath his full mustache. “You’re absolutely right, girl. That there is more like it.”<br/><br/>Aerostat<span style=""font-style: italic"">Termagant</span>dominated the view for a moment as the taxi maneuvered around the patrolling airship. The Steamguard dirigible stalked through the air with all the menacing grace of a battleship. The brass ribs of her hundred-foot rigid balloon gleamed and she bristled with guns and one-man gun pods. Her name was proudly stenciled in golden letters on the gondola. Colonel Aries let out a low whistle of admiration.<br/><br/>Lower down, on a secondary berthing mast protruding from the colonel's skyhome, was a cargo aircar. The taxi angled up to dock at the primary mast, slowing as it approached the berth.<br/><br/>“That’s our cue, Savannah.” The colonel buttoned his greatcoat and donned his Stetson before consulting his gold pocket watch. ""We should have plenty of time to prepare for the evening's event, don't you think, girl?""<br/><br/>Savannah squeaked an answering bark."
10014,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=75,2014-12-14T12:55:00,Cymrea,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Colonel Aries is most definitely not a good guy, but he is not without virtue; hopefully this is coming across in my posts. Here's a bit of a flashback while I plot out my intro to the Dace's gala.</blockquote><br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Outside City Vaughn</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Six years ago</span><br/><br/>It was to be only a brief respite from their exterior patrol. Just long enough for the engineers to lend their mechanical talents to the clockwork horses and get some dried meat and coffee into the men. A half-hearted drizzle of rain fell, underlining the feeling of exhaustion. Sheltering under a gnarly old tree along the side of the hard-baked road was Lieutenant Colonel Jefferson Barlow Aries.<br/><br/>In the colonel’s mouth was his new long-stemmed ivory pipe, in his lap was an old leatherbound tome of age-yellowed pages. Most of the pages were still bound, at least. Many were dog-eared and loose within the cover. A flourishing script written in a bold hand covered the pages, even wrapping around the occasional sketch of some construct or another. The tome was half diary and half engineering manual and was written over a century ago by a man long dead.<br/><br/>Colonel Aries barely heard the approaching footsteps, so engrossed was he in the book. “You still got your nose pressed into that dusty journal, pa?”<br/><br/>A young man of the same heroic build and height as the colonel sat next to him under the tree and handed him a steaming tin cup of coffee. Colonel Aries took the proffered cup only after he had carefully closed the book and tucked it into his greatcoat. Ignoring his son’s question, the colonel asked, “I ever tell you about your great-great- uh, great-granddaddy, boy?”<br/><br/>“I ever tell you about the time you called ma ‘boy’?” grinned the younger Aries.<br/><br/>“Be serious for a moment, Nate.” The colonel tapped his pipe out onto the damp grass. “Speaking of which, how’s it coming with those turn-wrenches?”<br/><br/>Captain Aries glanced back at his men and their mounts. “My company was quickly done. They’re focusing on one unit at a time, so I figure they should be finished up in no more than thirty minutes.”<br/><br/>“And our coal and ponium reserves?”<br/><br/>“With all due respect, pa, shouldn’t you be having this conversation with Major Chambers?”<br/><br/>The colonel harrumphed through his thick mustache and spared but a glance in the direction of the regiment’s executive officer. The man was thick-bellied, thin-limbed, and short; he compensated for those traits with a bullying demeanour typical of small men. “Probably. But I’m guessing you can answer my question immediately without having to take extra time to find out and then blame some poor boy for your own lack of awareness.”<br/><br/>In a lower voice he grumbled, “Might be time for that old boy to lead from the front.”<br/><br/>The younger Aries opened his mouth to respond, thought better of his initial words, and said instead, “Getting low, but likely enough to get through a fair engagement with an enemy of our number or less. That includes a reserve for the engineers. I think we’ll be in good shape to finish the patrol.”<br/><br/>“About what I figured. Thank you, son,” Colonel Aries nodded and pulled the tome back out from his coat. “Now sit here and pay attention.”<br/><br/>The colonel took a sip from his tin cup before setting it far to one side. Nate sat on a root next to his father, warming his hands around his own cup. Leaning in to look at the weathered book, Nate said, “I do remember you saying something once about him being a teslic and mechanical genius, an innovator and pioneer of mechnology.”<br/><br/>Colonel Aries turned to face his son. The two men had the same pale blue eyes. “Yes, well. You were just knee high to a dustbug with a bottomless sack of questions and I rarely had the luxury of time at home to answer them all.”<br/><br/>“You were in the field, leading your men, pa. Ma and I understood well enough.” There came then an awkward pause that served to illustrate that intellectual understanding was an altogether different creature from the effects of a frequently absent father on a young boy. The customary wall of overarching propriety settled between them, relieving them both from having to confront the issue.<br/><br/>“Yes, well. Listen here, now, son. Your great-great-great-granddaddy was Samwell Thermidor Aries, founder of Aries Combat Engineering and, yes, a pioneer in construct mechnology. That much you know. But old Samwell was also the High Chancellor of the Masonic Synod near the end of the last century.”<br/><br/>Nate’s gaze lowered for a moment as he absorbed the information, then widened as he understood the implication. “He was one of…? Dang.”<br/><br/>Colonel Aries nodded. “He was one of those august councillors who reshaped City Vaughn nearly a hundred years ago, my boy. Set the city on the path to where it is today. Unfortunately, those times were just as hard on great men as on the smallfolk. This here is his journal, which he left with his son Nathaniel Samwell Aries. It’s been passed down from father to eldest son for the last five generations. You will be the sixth Aries man to have it.” With only the slightest hesitation, the colonel handed the book to his son.<br/><br/>Nate took the tome and held it reverently. “What do I do with it, pa?”<br/><br/>Read it. Learn it. Keep it safe and pass it on to your own son… who will be born sometime before I get too old? Before my eyes grow dim?”<br/><br/>Nate grinned at the well-worn jibe. Standing again, he said, “You know, pa, he may well have been conceived at one of those doxy houses we passed on the way through the Iron District.”<br/><br/>The colonel’s eyes bulged and his face flushed as he blustered. “Nathaniel Thermidor Aries! I don’t care if you are the captain of your company, I will tan your tender hide if --“<br/><br/>Nate’s boisterous laughter stalled his father’s threat. “Come on, pa,” he said, patting the colonel on the shoulder. “Where do you think I get my sense of humour?” He headed back to see to his men, cleanly escaping any discussion of children and leaving the colonel huffing indignantly.<br/><br/>“Definitely your mother,” he grumbled to himself.<br/><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/0XPHu9j.jpg""/><br/>Clockwork Cavalryman of the Steamguard"
10015,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=75,2014-12-14T13:15:00,Morlodania,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nuclear Aftermath <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322712&amp;p=22780063#p22780063"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Morlodania <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322712&amp;p=22778133#p22778133"">wrote</a>:</cite>Trit extends a hand to the M.I., smiling gently. ""Trit Rodgers."" She nods. ""And yes, deal. Strange how my starting off by insulting you lead to this, isn't it?"" Trit cocks her head to the side for a moment before looking over her shoulder, reaching into her pocket and re-placing the inhibitor ring on her horn. ""All well, I suppose. No harm no foul, right Kiera?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Kiera smiles. ""As long as the insults stay in the past from now on, we won't have problems."" Kiera unbuttons her jacket and reaches into her vest pocket, pulling out a small pocket watch. ""I know it's ironic for me to have this, but...I have a thing for pocket watches."" Kiera opens the pocket watch and checks the time. ""Curfew will begin in about an hour. We better get moving, Trit.""</div></blockquote><br/>""They shall... Unless you make me mad."" Trit smiles childishly and turns away from Kiera, resuming her walk towards the market with a slight bit more pep in her step than usual. ""And... Curfew means nothing to those who can vanish from sight, or for machines. Curfew doesn't affect you, last I checked, because you aren't organic."""
10016,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=75,2014-12-14T14:55:00,Nuclear Aftermath,"<blockquote><div><cite>Morlodania <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322712&amp;p=22795357#p22795357"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Nuclear Aftermath <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322712&amp;p=22780063#p22780063"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Kiera smiles. ""As long as the insults stay in the past from now on, we won't have problems."" Kiera unbuttons her jacket and reaches into her vest pocket, pulling out a small pocket watch. ""I know it's ironic for me to have this, but...I have a thing for pocket watches."" Kiera opens the pocket watch and checks the time. ""Curfew will begin in about an hour. We better get moving, Trit.""</div></blockquote><br/>""They shall... Unless you make me mad."" Trit smiles childishly and turns away from Kiera, resuming her walk towards the market with a slight bit more pep in her step than usual. ""And... Curfew means nothing to those who can vanish from sight, or for machines. Curfew doesn't affect you, last I checked, because you aren't organic.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Kiera shrugged and nodded. ""I know it doesn't effect Synthetics. But those creepy scrap hunters still eye me up and it freaks me out."" Kiera checks her rifle's safety again. ""And I don't like the idea of having Organics eyeing me up. Unless I think they're okay or I know them."""
10017,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=75,2014-12-14T15:26:00,Morlodania,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nuclear Aftermath <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322712&amp;p=22796586#p22796586"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Morlodania <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322712&amp;p=22795357#p22795357"">wrote</a>:</cite>""They shall... Unless you make me mad."" Trit smiles childishly and turns away from Kiera, resuming her walk towards the market with a slight bit more pep in her step than usual. ""And... Curfew means nothing to those who can vanish from sight, or for machines. Curfew doesn't affect you, last I checked, because you aren't organic.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Kiera shrugged and nodded. ""I know it doesn't effect Synthetics. But those creepy scrap hunters still eye me up and it freaks me out."" Kiera checks her rifle's safety again. ""And I don't like the idea of having Organics eyeing me up. Unless I think they're okay or I know them.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Eeh... If I'm all kinds of invisible, I could just slit their throats while you stare back."" Trit shrugs as they arrive at the market, the unicorn producing a small pouch from within her clothing as she barters for price with a food vendor."
10018,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=75,2014-12-14T15:37:00,Pinki3 Pon-3,"<blockquote><div><cite>Morlodania <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322712&amp;p=22797131#p22797131"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Eeh... If I'm all kinds of invisible, I could just slit their throats while you stare back."" Trit shrugs as they arrive at the market, the unicorn producing a small pouch from within her clothing as she barters for price with a food vendor.</div></blockquote><br/>An oddly shaped mech alights on Trit's shoulder as its wings fold away. It seems to be constructed in the shape of a beetle, but soon its body changes. Long thin arms move panels around a central cube which seems to be the main body of whatever strange mech this was. It morphs into a circlet around Trit's neck, similar to a restrictor cuff.<br/>""Couldn't help notice you didn't have a decoy cuff. Don't worry, I got you covered. Call me Siem, Shapeshifting Industrial Espionage Mech.""<br/>A soft voice echoes from Trit's neck. The shopkeeper turns and looks at Trit curiously for a bit, before returning to what he was doing. Siem ticks onwards around Trit's neck before speaking again,<br/>""Who's the pretty mech with you?""<br/>Siem asked curiously, silently analyzing Kiera."
10019,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=75,2014-12-14T16:36:00,Morlodania,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pinki3 Pon-3 <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322712&amp;p=22797315#p22797315"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Morlodania <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322712&amp;p=22797131#p22797131"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Eeh... If I'm all kinds of invisible, I could just slit their throats while you stare back."" Trit shrugs as they arrive at the market, the unicorn producing a small pouch from within her clothing as she barters for price with a food vendor.</div></blockquote><br/>An oddly shaped mech alights on Trit's shoulder as its wings fold away. It seems to be constructed in the shape of a beetle, but soon its body changes. Long thin arms move panels around a central cube which seems to be the main body of whatever strange mech this was. It morphs into a circlet around Trit's neck, similar to a restrictor cuff.<br/>""Couldn't help notice you didn't have a decoy cuff. Don't worry, I got you covered. Call me Siem, Shapeshifting Industrial Espionage Mech.""<br/>A soft voice echoes from Trit's neck. The shopkeeper turns and looks at Trit curiously for a bit, before returning to what he was doing. Siem ticks onwards around Trit's neck before speaking again,<br/>""Who's the pretty mech with you?""<br/>Siem asked curiously, silently analyzing Kiera.</div></blockquote><br/>Trit stares at the machine curiously for a second. ""I don't need one... I've been going around without one my entire life... Whole district knows who I am, just not who owns me... They all know my master doesn't make me wear one..."" Trit sighs gently. ""Because he trusts me since I have faithfully served him my entire life."" She then looks to Kiera a moment. ""And she is Kiera... A friend of mine."""
10020,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=75,2014-12-14T19:11:00,Nuclear Aftermath,"<blockquote><div><cite>Morlodania <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322712&amp;p=22798113#p22798113"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pinki3 Pon-3 <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322712&amp;p=22797315#p22797315"">wrote</a>:</cite>An oddly shaped mech alights on Trit's shoulder as its wings fold away. It seems to be constructed in the shape of a beetle, but soon its body changes. Long thin arms move panels around a central cube which seems to be the main body of whatever strange mech this was. It morphs into a circlet around Trit's neck, similar to a restrictor cuff.<br/>""Couldn't help notice you didn't have a decoy cuff. Don't worry, I got you covered. Call me Siem, Shapeshifting Industrial Espionage Mech.""<br/>A soft voice echoes from Trit's neck. The shopkeeper turns and looks at Trit curiously for a bit, before returning to what he was doing. Siem ticks onwards around Trit's neck before speaking again,<br/>""Who's the pretty mech with you?""<br/>Siem asked curiously, silently analyzing Kiera.</div></blockquote><br/>Trit stares at the machine curiously for a second. ""I don't need one... I've been going around without one my entire life... Whole district knows who I am, just not who owns me... They all know my master doesn't make me wear one..."" Trit sighs gently. ""Because he trusts me since I have faithfully served him my entire life."" She then looks to Kiera a moment. ""And she is Kiera... A friend of mine.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""I'm a Military Artificial Intelligence encased in an Armored Exoskeletion. I'm basically all software. The body is hardware."" Kiera said with a sigh, looking around the market, clutching her rifle tightly as a Clock Work walks by. ""Mechs are basically worker ants for a hive mind while I am allowed to do whatever I damn well please."" Kiera spat."
10021,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=75,2014-12-14T23:36:00,Pinki3 Pon-3,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Siem</span><br/>""Oh, its not the people you need to worry about. There's a relatively new mech around, been active for a week. Hunts down city mechs and uses them to tap into the network, then it searches for uncuffed anthros and ponies, such as yourself. Now, you see, that machine won't care if your master trusts you or not. You'll be cycled back into the Trade.""<br/>Siem replied in a soft, somewhat self-assured voice.<br/>""Well, excuse you miss, I happen to be a very independent piece of hardware, even if I am a mech.""<br/>It replied rather indignantly after Kiera had spoken.<br/>""Now, you two must be looking to go somewhere. Could I ask to tag along? I require nothing more than an occasional wind to keep me going.""<br/>Siem said formally, having ditched the indignant, hurt party appearance already."
10022,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=75,2014-12-15T00:59:00,Nuclear Aftermath,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pinki3 Pon-3 <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322712&amp;p=22802182#p22802182"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Siem</span><br/>""Oh, its not the people you need to worry about. There's a relatively new mech around, been active for a week. Hunts down city mechs and uses them to tap into the network, then it searches for uncuffed anthros and ponies, such as yourself. Now, you see, that machine won't care if your master trusts you or not. You'll be cycled back into the Trade.""<br/>Siem replied in a soft, somewhat self-assured voice. <br/>""Well, excuse you miss, I happen to be a very independent piece of hardware, even if I am a mech.""<br/>It replied rather indignantly after Kiera had spoken.<br/>""Now, you two must be looking to go somewhere. Could I ask to tag along? I require nothing more than an occasional wind to keep me going.""<br/>Siem said formally, having ditched the indignant, hurt party appearance already.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Kiera backed up closer to Trit as more Clock Works walked by a seemingly quicker pace. ""As long as Trit says its ok. In the meantime, I'm more worried about where all these Clock Works are going. Kiera checks her rifle, turning the safety off and checking the magazine before popping it back into the rifle and chambering a round. ""I don't like all this movement."""
10023,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=75,2014-12-15T07:51:00,Cymrea,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Colonel Aries</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Approaching the <span style=""font-style: italic"">Chloria</span></span><br/><br/>Even from this height, the sun was below the horizon. The very last light of day tinted the low clouds a deep salmon and reflected faintly golden light from the surfaces of the aircarriage. The arms of the Core could be seen in the shadows below, tireless in their industry. Glow worms of crimson gaslight lay in twisting lines, illuminating the deep violet streets of City Vaughn in a vampiric blood-warmth.<br/><br/>Colonel Aries squinted at his reflection in the aircarriage's full-length vanity and straightened his uniform again. The gesture was unnecessary; the blue dress uniform was immaculate. Every line and crease was pin-straight, every decoration was highly polished and hung perfectly from the breast, and never a speck or strand was to be found anywhere on the garment. Angled stripes of silver and white climbed his left sleeve from above the cuff and boasted more than two decades of service in the Steamguard. At his hip, his enormous sidearm was seated in a holster of black leather, finely tooled and chased in silver and gold. His trousers and boots were of a midnight hue, and also immaculate. The colonel scrutinised his reflection once more and grunted his approval at the state of his dress. But as his gaze travelled away from the uniform to his face, his satisfaction lessened.<br/><br/>Cornflower eyes - well, one, anyway - once bright and shining with boundless enthusiasm, had hardened to the colour of an icy polar sea. His other eye was just as bright, polished black marble set with a glinting stone of soft blue. Both eyes remained as sharp as ever, even as he approached fifty, but long years of battle had hooded them and scored them with deep lines. His close-cropped hair was entirely iron grey now with only the palest hint of the red-gold of his youth. Copper freckles had browned, his mouth had tightened into a hard slash, and his ears and nose had grown overlarge. He cast his eyes down to his large and powerful hands; flecked with brown and cabled with thick blue veins. A plain ring of polished tungsten decorated his left ring finger, the only jewelry he had ever worn. Grace had died almost twelve years ago, but the colonel would meet her again across the great veil someday, and he would do it with his ring still on.<br/><br/>He inhaled deeply, slowly. As he breathed out, the faint shudder that escaped his lips was the last concession to weakness he allowed himself. As his lungs emptied, he released his consternation at growing old, his heartsickness for his departed wife, and filled the vacated space with the ever-present rage that burned at his core. With his next breath he was back firmly in control. He took his swagger stick from its place on the wall, tucked it under his arm, and gave one last nod to his reflection. The aircarriage was docking with the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Chloria</span>.<br/><br/>""All right, Jefferson. Time to play the social butterfly with these layered cakes.""<br/><br/>Fixing a cordial smile to his aristocratic air, Colonel Aries stepped on to the Dace's skyhome."
10024,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=75,2014-12-15T12:27:00,New Babylonia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Silent Thunder</span><br/><br/>Silent took a deep breath of the night air, he knew he should savor it. He would only get to savor it once before he won his freedom, or rather - took it. Clad in armored plate, a composite body suit designed to slow down incoming rounds and blades, and a trench coat over that. Diagonally across his back, a sheathed longsword, its hilt poking ever so slightly beyond his body on his lower back. On his waist, two .357 revolvers. In two of the trench coats pockets, six plastic cylinders that made reloading a simple pop and snap the chamber back in. He had custom-made boots, with sheaths for two incredibly sharp daggers, as well as a button under his big toes which activated a blade in each toe. He wished he could've gotten more, two more pistols strapped to his back would've been nice. A couple of hidden blades perhaps on his wrists, too. But, after he'd sneakily stolen thousands, they finally seemed to be catching onto it.<br/><br/>Silent snickered at the thought. It was going to be his money before the sun rose, anyway. And then... then he shall make the world bleed. Yes, he thought, he shall make it bleed, more than it ever has seen before. With ease of experience he disabled his magic inhibitor, and calmly walked to the door of the house. A key he had made opened it swiftly, and with absolute silence, and a deadly force that both suit his name, made his way to strike. Slowly, carefully, he opened the door to the children's room, and slipped in. His stripe glowed brightly, the light reflecting to look as if air. With sudden quickness he forced both of their mouths opened, and began tearing the air from them, with greater force then he'd ever used. He grinned evilly as they choked loudly, and happily pulled with greater force from them. Chokes became gags, and he could feel something inside them moving. He began to laugh, like the madman he was, he knew what was happening.<br/><br/>The force of the air current pulling in their lungs, had gotten too strong - and, now, was trying to tear their lungs out. Of course, they were too big, and Silent struggled to stand upright from his laughing. Tears flooded to his eyes in hysteria as they began violently coughing up blood, and what he was sure were parts of their inner body not belonging outside them. He continued, still not happy with the results truly, not until of course blood began spewing forth as if from a fountain. His hysterical laughter began again.<br/><br/>""O-oh... yes, perfect! I'm going to call this one the Blood Fountain! Hahahahaha!"" He collapsed to his knees when looking at their faces, it was simply too much for him to handle. He regained himself quickly, and stood up. A yellow aura around his horn, waiting, and ready. ""That should've awoken mom and pap now... cmon on in..."" He whispered quietly, and within seconds the door flung open. The father had charged in with his shotgun. His magic already prepped, and his telekinesis stronger from the benefit of knowing how to so fiercely manipulate his magic, the shotgun exploded as the man pulled the trigger and launched him into the wall. Silent entered the hallway, and looked to the left, where the mother stood horrified, a pistol in hand. He had only a second, maybe, he was barely fast enough. Unable to to get it off in time to make the weapon explode, he opted instead for turning the bullet's trajectory, to his left and stepped right. The round whizzed past, and Silent made sure a nearby vase became acquainted with the woman's face before she could fire again.<br/><br/>He turned back to the father, still alive, but bloodied heavily. ""W-hy..."" he asked ""Why do this... and h-how can you laugh like a madman during it?""<br/><br/>Silent smirked, and snickered lightly. ""Simple, you worthless cunt. Nothing tastes so sweet as revenge."" His streak glowed once more, looking like water. ""Now, blood has water content in it. In theory, i can bend your blood... so, you get to be my involuntary test dummy. Sound familiar?"" He focused, knowing this wouldn't be easy. Even still, he could feel slight movement, his focus heightened. Within 30 seconds, he had enough control to life his body up with the force of his blood. ""Fun... but how fun? Hmm..."" His grin persisted in its evil nature, as he began twisting the mans limbs, attempting to form a pretzel. The sound of snapping bones filled the air, and another idea came to mind. ""Perhaps we can dislimb, you hm? Why don't we try that...""<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>Unfortunately, Silent's command of bending blood was far to rudimentary to muster enough force to dislimb him. In due time of course, he made all of his organs collapse on one another. Which was without argument extremely enjoyable, but still - he'd have preferred tearing his limbs off. He collected whatever valuables he could easily carry, and left the house, silently, and began to walk randomly down the street. What he would do next, well, he'd wait for the morning paper to laugh at the public disgust in their deaths."
10025,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=75,2014-12-15T12:36:00,Morlodania,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nuclear Aftermath <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322712&amp;p=22802672#p22802672"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pinki3 Pon-3 <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322712&amp;p=22802182#p22802182"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Siem</span><br/>""Oh, its not the people you need to worry about. There's a relatively new mech around, been active for a week. Hunts down city mechs and uses them to tap into the network, then it searches for uncuffed anthros and ponies, such as yourself. Now, you see, that machine won't care if your master trusts you or not. You'll be cycled back into the Trade.""<br/>Siem replied in a soft, somewhat self-assured voice. <br/>""Well, excuse you miss, I happen to be a very independent piece of hardware, even if I am a mech.""<br/>It replied rather indignantly after Kiera had spoken.<br/>""Now, you two must be looking to go somewhere. Could I ask to tag along? I require nothing more than an occasional wind to keep me going.""<br/>Siem said formally, having ditched the indignant, hurt party appearance already.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Kiera backed up closer to Trit as more Clock Works walked by a seemingly quicker pace. ""As long as Trit says its ok. In the meantime, I'm more worried about where all these Clock Works are going. Kiera checks her rifle, turning the safety off and checking the magazine before popping it back into the rifle and chambering a round. ""I don't like all this movement.""</div></blockquote><br/>""The machine would never take me alive, I'd be vanished and gone before it ever got close. I'm just good like that."" Trit nods and glances over at Kiera worriedly. ""Really, I'm just trying to bring food home... Nothing more, just an errand."" Trit places a hand on Kiera's shoulder, giving her a concerned look. ""Stay calm, Kiera... We'll be out of here in a short while."" She looks back to Siem and shrugs. ""Depends... What exactly do you do?"""
10026,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=75,2014-12-15T12:42:00,Pinki3 Pon-3,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Siem</span><br/>Siem emitted a harsh crackle, its way of laughing,<br/>""This one's heart beats much faster than those mechs move. I don't think you should develop a disliking of movement, for her sake at least.""<br/>It said sardonically as it measured Trit's pulse, waiting to hear her response to his question. When she asked another question Siem replied,<br/>""I survey, infiltrate, recon, disguise, distract. I am a machine of many talents.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Chloria</span><br/><br/>A flesh and blood manservant with a prosthetic arm of smooth brass and an optic replacement analysed Colonel Aries for a second before turning to the main hall of the glorious skyship.<br/>""This way sir.""<br/>The manservant said as he lead Jefferson towards the ballroom. The door was made of dark oak wood and swayed heavily on its hinges when the manservant parted them for the esteemed guest. Inside gilded pillars towered over everyone in the room, outdone only by the vaulted ceiling from which a dazzling chandelier hung. Sweeping staircases lead down to the floor. This room alone was worth more than a whole industrial factory and stood as a testament to the greed and avarice that dogged humans, even now. The avaricious aristocrats resposible stood amongst their fellow members of the upper echelon, swapping rumours and gossip while four large gramophones spun off a tune that filled the room with its beautiful, and slightly scratchy, music. A clockwork servant rolled up next to him, appearing startlingly like a brass human apart from the ball that replaced its legs and the lifeless apertures that replaced its eyes. The complex machine offered him a flute of champaign from a silver tray before rolling off again.<br/>""COLONEL JEFFERSON BARLOW ARIES""<br/>The manservant intoned loudly, his voice drawing the attention of the elitists below. Lady Dace met the colonel at the base of the stairs, resplendent in her deep blue ball gown,<br/>""How good of you to join us Col. Aries, it is indeed an honour and a privilege."""
10027,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=75,2014-12-15T12:47:00,Nuclear Aftermath,"<blockquote><div><cite>Morlodania <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322712&amp;p=22806868#p22806868"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Nuclear Aftermath <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322712&amp;p=22802672#p22802672"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Kiera backed up closer to Trit as more Clock Works walked by a seemingly quicker pace. ""As long as Trit says its ok. In the meantime, I'm more worried about where all these Clock Works are going. Kiera checks her rifle, turning the safety off and checking the magazine before popping it back into the rifle and chambering a round. ""I don't like all this movement.""</div></blockquote><br/>""The machine would never take me alive, I'd be vanished and gone before it ever got close. I'm just good like that."" Trit nods and glances over at Kiera worriedly. ""Really, I'm just trying to bring food home... Nothing more, just an errand."" Trit places a hand on Kiera's shoulder, giving her a concerned look. ""Stay calm, Kiera... We'll be out of here in a short while."" She looks back to Siem and shrugs. ""Depends... What exactly do you do?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Kiera smiles gently and nods. ""Thanks. First time anyone really cared."" Kiera puts her rifle on her back and checks her pistol while mumbling to herself. ""All six shots, good. Hate to run out of ammo. Should I buy more? Down to my last couple ammo boxes. Maybe I should get some welding fuel. Need to fix my shoulder joint again. Been acting up. Hmm, so many decisions. Sorry for carrying on. It's a twitch I have when I'm nervous. Kind of a verbal defense mechanism."""
10028,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=75,2014-12-15T13:43:00,Cymrea,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">The <span style=""font-style: italic"">Chloria</span></span><br/><br/>Colonel Aries took the proffered champagne. He tipped the flute in front of his nose and inhaled, sampling its bouquet. With a brief expression of approval quirking his lips, he cast his gaze about the capacious ballroom and took in the opulent hall with professional efficiency. The ballroom bore many similarities to the one aboard<span style=""font-style: italic"">Fortuna Victrix</span>; the scions of great houses were expected to possess amenities suitable to hosting a gathering for nearly any occasion. The colonel's was somewhat more modest than this one, but then, the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Fortuna</span>wasn't the Aries family's primary residence.<br/><br/>His brother Samuel held court on board the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Iron Ram</span>; the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Ram</span>was much larger than<span style=""font-style: italic"">Fortuna</span>and currently aloft over City Ferrous while the elder Aries negotiated a contract with the city council there. The<span style=""font-style: italic"">Chloria</span>lacked for nothing in its effort to display the success of the Dace family. Success due in part to a series of cooperative endeavours with the Aries concerns.<br/><br/>Lady Clara Dace floated down the stairs, the epitome of grace - as she had been even as a child. She radiated with genial charm; she was the consummate hostess. Her blue gown was every bit the layered cake the colonel expected and even matched the very hue of his Steamguard dress coat. That would not have been a coincidence. Lady Dace was brilliant and calculating, traits that many made the mistake of overlooking in their dealings with her, and always to their regret.<br/><br/>Colonel Aries made a very fine leg, bowing with clockwork precision. ""My Lady Dace,"" he declared in booming tones, ""you're quite simply a vision of cerulean majesty! Why, the angels themselves must be blushing in shame."""
10029,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=75,2014-12-15T14:06:00,Pinki3 Pon-3,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Chloria</span><br/>Lady Dace laughed lightly, the gentle ringing of her laugh as elegant as all her being. She smiled to the colonel as her husband began descending the stairs.<br/>""And you sir, must surely be making my Hollard green with envy.""<br/>She said as Lord Hollard Dace wrapped an arm around her waist and gave her an affectionate peck on the cheek,<br/>""Me? Jealous? Of this grizzled old warhorse? Does he even know the meaning of half the flattery he spews? Silver-tongued braggart.""<br/>Hollard said theatrically, bursting into a round of laughter afterwards to show his jest.<br/>""In all sincerity it is an honour to have you here with us Colonel. I doubt a knave such as myself could ever have gotten where I did without the help afforded by your family serah.""<br/>Hollard said warmly as he clasped Colonel Aries' hand in his and shook it, his face beaming a friendly smile. Further onto the ballroom floor, stood a clump of elitists who spoke in hushed voices and the occasional tutting. Lady Vaughn approached the Dace's and the Colonel, causing a fresh outbreak of whispers. The widowed Lady Vaughn was the center of much rumour and speculation ever since her husband died, leaving her the entire legacy of the city's founding family. She wore a simple black dress, an understatement for her status, but a comfort for herself. As she approached the trio Lord Dace bowed respectfully and greeted,<br/>""Countess, how generous of you to gra-""<br/>""Stop it Hollard, you of all people know I hate the formalities and the posturing.""<br/>She interrupted him with a chiding voice, like a caring school teacher. She turned and embraced Patricia Dace fondly.<br/>""It seems you forgot to uninvite the Wandering Whispers Patricia.""<br/>Lady Vaughn said, gesturing towards the group with a small wave of her hand.<br/>""Oh honestly, I tried, but you know how it is when they catch wind of something Beatrice.""<br/>""Indeed, I suppose we shall simply have to suffer their company.""<br/>Beatrice Vaughn replied with a sigh and a roll of her eyes. She was still young compared to many of the guests, one of the reasons so many rumours plagued her. She looked to Colonel Aries,<br/>""I do not believe we have met. Beatrice Vaughn, call me Beatrice.""<br/>She said with a smile."
10030,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=75,2014-12-15T18:04:00,Fascist Russian Empire,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Inquisitor</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Foolish ideals? Hmmph, says the damn pony supremacist; only a fool would think that his race is superior to that of somebody else. He's no better than the humans he hates so much, the hypocrite.</span>Inquisitor thought, showing some restraint and deciding to refrain from making a hostile comment in response to Pitch Black's slightly less than subtle insult. Inquisitor did, after all, want to try and erode the tensions between them, and returning his insults would only serve to strengthen the disdain they had for each other and dim the possibility of a productive partnership between them. Inquisitor closed his eyes for a moment and took a deep breath, holding back his anger and thinking of something positive to say. Of course, considering the fact that he and Pitch Black were basically opposites, anything positive Inquisitor had to say would probably be taken as negative by the unicorn.<br/><br/>Before Inquisitor had the chance to say anything more to Pitch Black, however, he was interrupted by Cinder collapsing to the ground and bursting into flames, and Bolt Breaker giving some rather unenthusiastic sounding orders. Inquisitor, having no experience with mechs and engineering, didn't have any idea just what exactly to do and ended up just standing around doing nothing while Janet and the others did their work. He stared uncertainly at Janet, watching her handle Cinder, not sure just what else he could do; Inquisitor's expertise was, after all, diplomacy, not engineering. ""Um, I don't suppose there would happen to be anything I could do to help?"" Inquisitor asked Janet, flying down next to her, staring at Cinder. Janet probably just wanted to work alone, but it was polite to at least offer help, even if said help was unwanted.<br/><br/>Truth be told, Inquisitor didn't actually even care about Cinder, or any mech for that matter; to him, they were just soulless hunks of metal, and the only people that actually mattered were humans, anthros, and ponies. However, in spite of his lack of care when it came to Cinder and mechs, Inquisitor felt like he was responsible for what happened to Cinder, at least to some extent, considering the fact that his co-worker Pitch Black directly caused Cinder's breakdown. It would have been irresponsible on Inquisitor's part to simply ignore Cinder's issue, even if he didn't actually care about the mech, so Inquisitor decided to, at the very least, offer his help to Janet. Besides, he wanted to maintain a decent relationship with Janet, and helping her with her mech friend would probably be a good way to help do that."
10031,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=75,2014-12-15T20:38:00,The Flutterlands,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Pitch Black</span><br/><br/>Pitch was startled by Cinder's callapse and combustion. He stepped back as to give the two ponies some space, so they may pick the mech up. As Pitch watched he looked closely at Cinders, and once again started having flashbacks of when he still had his own little mech, which was the closest thing Pitch had as a friend, before it was destroyed by his former masters. The memories made the black stallion sad, and he began to feel pretty bad about what he did to the mech. Pitch was even more sad, knowing that there might not much he could do about it. ""Bolt Breaker,"" asked Pitch, hiding his sadness, ""Could I do anything about Cinders?"""
10032,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=75,2014-12-16T08:09:00,Cymrea,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">The <span style=""font-style: italic"">Chloria</span></span><br/><br/>""Me? Jealous? Of this grizzled old warhorse?"" said Lord Hollard Dace. ""Does he even know the meaning of half the flattery he spews? Silver-tongued braggart.""<br/><br/>Colonel Aries squinted at the man. The theatrical delivery and following laughter eased the tension in the colonel's face, but he made note of Dace's words. Half of what was said in jest was usually deliberate; the social elites made passive aggression a bloodsport in their rareified circles and wielded their words with scalpel precision. He smiled in acceptance of the scene, but he despised the pufferies of high society. It was one of the primary reasons he had enroled in the Steamguard.<br/><br/>""In all sincerity it is an honour to have you here with us, Colonel. I doubt a knave such as myself could ever have gotten where I did without the help afforded by your family serah."" Now<span style=""font-style: italic"">that</span>Colonel Aries could appreciate. The acknowledgement was even a little surprising, but seemed sincere. Colonel Aries nodded graciously, a silent gratitude since the dowager Vaughn was approaching.<br/><br/>She cut through Dace's fresh round of puffery and made warm greetings with the Lady Clara. Then she turned to face him.<br/><br/>""I do not believe we have met,"" said the lady. ""Beatrice Vaughn, call me Beatrice.""<br/><br/>Colonel Aries swept her silken-gloved hand up and brushed his lips across her fingers. ""It is an honour and pleasure to make your acquaintance, my lady Beatrice. I knew your husband, if only from afar, but his work has left a profound and indelible mark on this city. His legacy will ensure not just our survival, but our return to the Age of Miracles humans had once enjoyed. Although, this time,"" the colonel said with a wink, ""somewhat the wiser."""
10033,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=75,2014-12-16T09:26:00,Pinki3 Pon-3,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Chloria</span><br/>Countess Vaughn smiled to the Colonel. It was a forlorn, tired smile she had smiled many times since Count Vaughn had past away a year ago. She sighed and nodded,<br/>""Indeed, he did. Now I just hope his legacy is respected.""<br/>She said, seeming a little reticent to talk about her husband. Beatrice turned towards the ballroom floor where the rest of the elitists had gathered. She could see Lady Stahl indulging in the latest gossip with the group known as the Wandering Whispers due to their tendency towards rumours and gossip. Clara Dace noticed her friend's slight drop in cheer and smiled, taking her by the hand,<br/>""Come, come Beatrice. We have a menu to attend to.""<br/>Clara said cheerfully and led Beatrice onwards. Harrold Dace smiled as they left and turned to Jefferson,<br/>""How goes business with your brother and yourself?""<br/>He asked curiously.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bolt Breaker and Janet</span><br/>Bolt Breaker waved Inquisitor onwards,<br/>""Yes, you can help if you'd like.""<br/>Bolt said nonchalantly. The whole affair with the mech was simply another distraction in Bolt's plans. The sooner it was dealt with, the better. Janet looked from the robot to Pitch, her face unreadable and expressionless. In her mind she was listing all the faults in the system, all the parts she needed to repair it.<br/>""Yes, please, I need pipes, lots of them. Water, diameter 18 locknuts. Brass plating. Fireproof caulking.""<br/>She rattled off, returning to analysing Cinder abruptly."
10034,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=75,2014-12-16T20:30:00,The Flutterlands,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Pitch Black</span><br/><br/>Pitch nodded, feeling more and more worried for Cinders' safety. The black colt actually felt strange at this point, caring about the welfare of someone other than a pony or an anthro for the first time in well, a long time. ""Yes, Bolt Breaker."" he said, ""Come on Inquisitor. Want to come with me, to get the supplies?"" Pitch actually hoped that this time, he and Inquisitor could actually do something without being at eachother's throats. For despite having disagreements with the pegasus, he still respected him as a fellow member of SECA, and the pony race."
10035,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=75,2014-12-19T09:50:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Blank Check</span></span></div><br/>Another day of messing with the large clockworks. It was fun and productive, though dangerous. It couldn't ever be done by one pony alone. That's why Blank had his blood brothers to help with dealing with these cumbersome behemoths. The last one the group had tampered with was more compliant than others. It liked ponies and was part of a very small group that helped slaves out. It was really a surprise, finding that a city mech, an Iron Horse especially, siding with the ponies. Maybe it had been messed with before. Anyway, it was time for the three to get back to the SECA HQ, after a whole day of work and avoiding mechs that didn't like them.<br/><br/>Just as they arrived, there seemed to be a bit of a commotion among the crowd. It seemed to be near Bolt Breaker and some human they'd never seen before. The anthro ponies exchanged glances before moving in. A mech had failed internally and was in flames. Its body had begun to blacken from the flame that had been licking at it for a few minutes before it was extinguished. Only Blank and the white coated foal looked concerned about the small clockwork. They both recognized it as an old model. Unused, but useful. Blank hurried over and knelt down next to Cinder.<br/><br/>""Uhmm... Hey, human... What happened? Overload?"" he asked simply, having almost forgotten that he could speak."
10036,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=100,2014-12-19T10:12:00,Cymrea,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">The <span style=""font-style: italic"">Chloria</span></span><br/><br/>Colonel Aries bowed respectfully as Clara led Beatrice away. Harrold turned to him. ""How goes business with your brother and yourself?""<br/><br/>""Oh, I don't keep up on all the details of Samuel's business dealings. I never could get my head around all those numbers and corporate maneuverings,"" the colonel demurred. In truth, he was sharply aware of the inner workings of Aries Combat Engineering, but this was not information he shared with anyone, preferring instead to appear oblivious. ""My aptitudes have always been in the martial disciplines, Lord Dace. It's the cavalry for men such as myself.""<br/><br/>He winked his good eye; he always made sure the black marble eye was left staring. ""And so much the better for our fair city, I should say."" Colonel Aries changed his mind and sipped at the bubbly in his flute. It was, of course, of the highest quality.<br/><br/>""And how fare the Dace concerns?"" he riposted."
10037,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=100,2014-12-19T10:35:00,Pinki3 Pon-3,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Janet</span><br/>Janet looked up at Blank Check briefly before returning her attention to her small mech project. The fiery little mech had stood up for her, albeit unnecessarily, but it was the thought that counted.<br/>""Looks like old wear and tear caused a rupture in the fuel valves.""<br/>She moved some of the damaged metal around tentatively, cautious of hot parts while trying to figure out the best way to fix the small mech."
10038,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=100,2014-12-19T11:44:00,Pinki3 Pon-3,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Chloria</span><br/>Hollard Dace smiled cheerfully and chuckled,<br/>""I'm sure there are some similarities to your cavalry tactics. But fair enough, each unto his own.""<br/>He said while he pondered the affairs of his own business.<br/>""Well . . . Lately Clara hasn't been feeling to well, but I'm sure its just a case of the common cold. Doctor Whitehall is coming to check up on her tomorrow. On the commercial front, Dace ind. Is holding out. Few small competitors popping up here and there, but we outstrip them greatly. In all honesty, it is a little unfair to expect someone to start a competing business for the old giants of today.""<br/>He said thoughtfully, leaning against a pillar. He himself had never been one for all the smoke and mirrors some elitists used. He and his ancestors had earned their place through hard work and great dedication. Even now, when Lord Dace had a fortune, he could still be found venturing down to the assembly floor of his great factories, checking on the product and the workers.<span style=""font-style: italic"">If your hands didn't hold it, and your eyes didn't see every detail, then you can't take credit for it.</span>He always said when quizzed on the topic.<br/>Somewhere on the ballroom floor, a commotion of hushed whispers and weary glances marked the arrival of a more notorious participant in the Game of Rumours. Jasper Hawke strode confidently onto the ballroom floor, his short, practical haircut styled rather fetchingly. His dapper suit however, was nowhere to be seen. Instead he wore an old, faded shirt underneath a sturdy leather jacket. His trousers had the texture of workman's duds, but had been slightly tightened so as to prevent any clumsy stumbling caused by excess fabric. His heavy hiking boots looked like they could spin a few yarns of their own about great epics. Hollard chuckled once more, he himself was less involved in the elitist's petty games of intrigue than Jasper. Jasper was the man with a finger on the pulse of the city. Part treasure hunter, part extortionist. Everyone knew he was guilty of blackmail, but the only ones who stood to gain from unveiling it were the ones he was holding secrets for. The unfaithful husband whose summer soiree with a mistress might be quite the blow to his business. The wife who might have, once or twice, strayed from her husband's side in times of loneliness. The under handed heir who had slipped a little something into their patron's supper to shuffle the mortal coil slightly faster. Jasper had a knack for finding out, and for profiting from it.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Silence is golden . . . And I'm the miner.</span><br/>He would say. He approached the pair with a slick smile as he shook Hollard's hand,<br/>""Lord Dace, it's good to see an honest man in a flying mansion.""<br/>He said with a chuckle before turning to the Colonel, immediately the false eye betrayed its owner's identity.<br/>""Ah, and Colonel Aries I presume? Very good to make your acquaintance."""
10039,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=100,2014-12-20T04:22:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Blank Check</span></span></div><br/>Being familiar with the small mech's model, Blank Check quickly assessed the damage and scratched his chin. The fires in this kind of mech's head were driven sometimes by emotion alone. It could have well been the cause of the rupture, with too much gas being transported to the burner all at once. Blank turned to Janet, looking rather perplexed.<br/><br/>""Was it angry before this happened?"" he asked. ""If so, then... That was the cause.""<br/><br/>Blank turned back to the colt behind him and then looked around. The colt shrugged. The other two were nearby now, as well.<br/>If Bany work was to be done, someone would have to find supplies. But neither Blank nor his brothers knew where to get the needed equipment. He only had his wrench and his screwdriver. In truth he'd ask somebody for them, but he'd spoken enough for this day. Waiting for someone to get the needed equipment to get the clockwork up and running again, Blank looked around, then at his brother, who couldn't understand all his glances and small gestures."
10040,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=100,2014-12-20T09:55:00,Cymrea,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">The <span style=""font-style: italic"">Chloria</span></span><br/><br/>Colonel Aries made sympathetic noises and acknowledged Dace's words. The man was certainly more earnest than he remembered; perhaps age and experience made for a more consciencious heart. That was something to consider.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">I'd have to get one of those, first</span>, he mused. Of the many things the colonel could be accused of, an overabundance of heart or conscience were not among them.<br/><br/>A second cyclone of whispers rose in the ballroom, twirling gowns as they turned to follow the path of the storm's eye. Jasper Hawke strode into view, and the colonel strove mightily not to roll his eyes. If there was a man of less moral integrity and conscience than Colonel Aries, it was the puffed-up peacock strutting in Dace's direction. By virtue of his proximity to Dace, he too was caught in Hawke's path.<br/><br/>Hawke shook Hollard's hand. ""Lord Dace, it's good to see an honest man in a flying mansion.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">You wouldn't recognise honesty if it bit you square in your ass, boy</span>, thought the colonel as he fixed a polite smile to his lips.<br/><br/>Then Hawke turned his genial facade to him, flicking his eyes almost imperceptibly to Aries' own.<br/><br/>""Ah, and Colonel Aries, I presume? Very good to make your acquaintance.""<br/><br/>The colonel switched the champagne flute to his right hand, seemingly without thought. It provided an inarguable excuse not to shake the peacock's hand. Such subtle maneuvers were all part of the game.<br/><br/>""Mr. Hawke,"" he said in response. ""My reputation appears to precede me. How do you do, sir?"""
10041,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=100,2014-12-20T10:23:00,Morlodania,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nuclear Aftermath <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322712&amp;p=22806949#p22806949"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Morlodania <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322712&amp;p=22806868#p22806868"">wrote</a>:</cite>""The machine would never take me alive, I'd be vanished and gone before it ever got close. I'm just good like that."" Trit nods and glances over at Kiera worriedly. ""Really, I'm just trying to bring food home... Nothing more, just an errand."" Trit places a hand on Kiera's shoulder, giving her a concerned look. ""Stay calm, Kiera... We'll be out of here in a short while."" She looks back to Siem and shrugs. ""Depends... What exactly do you do?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Kiera smiles gently and nods. ""Thanks. First time anyone really cared."" Kiera puts her rifle on her back and checks her pistol while mumbling to herself. ""All six shots, good. Hate to run out of ammo. Should I buy more? Down to my last couple ammo boxes. Maybe I should get some welding fuel. Need to fix my shoulder joint again. Been acting up. Hmm, so many decisions. Sorry for carrying on. It's a twitch I have when I'm nervous. Kind of a verbal defense mechanism.""</div></blockquote><br/>Trit places a finger to Kieras metal lips, shaking her head in amusement. ""You're the opposite of Pell, then... He just gets really quiet and contained when he's nervous."" She looks to Siem and frowns a little. ""If that be your function, in what way can I trust you? If you live and exist to conduct infiltration, recon, to disguise and distract, how can I be expected to trust you are not simply recon-ing me, gathering information on myself or those about me? How can I know your form is not a disguise, that you are simply not going to come around and stab me in the back in the end?"" Trit faces the machine fully, crossing her arms and looking both very defiant, and very serious. ""I barely trust Kiera, no offence to her, how can I be expected to trust you as well, given what you just said?"""
10042,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=100,2014-12-20T15:28:00,Fascist Russian Empire,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Inquisitor</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Well, that's simple enough, I suppose.</span>Inquisitor thought as Janet listed off all the things that she needed to repair Cinder, giving an acknowledging nod to Janet, although she wasn't paying much attention to him anyway. He unfolded his wings and prepared to fly out to get the supplies Janet asked for, only to be interrupted by Pitch Black offering to accompany him to get the things Janet needed. ""Well, sure, Pitch, I suppose that's fine."" Inquisitor said to Pitch, a little taken back by the fact that Pitch actually wanted to be with him. He didn't exactly mind going with Pitch, but it was certainly surprising to have the unicorn invite Inquisitor to come along with him. ""Say, would we even actually have any of the supplies Janet wanted stored here at the plantation? SECA is, after all, a military organization; engineering isn't exactly our expertise. I find it hard to believe that we would have brass plating and fireproof caulking just sitting around in a storage shed somewhere."" Inquisitor said, realizing that it was rather far fetched to think that SECA would have parts to repair a mech in their storage. SECA didn't have unlimited funds, and they had an almost constant need to fight, so thinking that SECA would waste money on anything non-military related would be ridiculous."
10043,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=100,2014-12-20T16:19:00,Nuclear Aftermath,"<blockquote><div><cite>Morlodania <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322712&amp;p=22857726#p22857726"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Nuclear Aftermath <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322712&amp;p=22806949#p22806949"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Kiera smiles gently and nods. ""Thanks. First time anyone really cared."" Kiera puts her rifle on her back and checks her pistol while mumbling to herself. ""All six shots, good. Hate to run out of ammo. Should I buy more? Down to my last couple ammo boxes. Maybe I should get some welding fuel. Need to fix my shoulder joint again. Been acting up. Hmm, so many decisions. Sorry for carrying on. It's a twitch I have when I'm nervous. Kind of a verbal defense mechanism.""</div></blockquote><br/>Trit places a finger to Kieras metal lips, shaking her head in amusement. ""You're the opposite of Pell, then... He just gets really quiet and contained when he's nervous."" She looks to Siem and frowns a little. ""If that be your function, in what way can I trust you? If you live and exist to conduct infiltration, recon, to disguise and distract, how can I be expected to trust you are not simply recon-ing me, gathering information on myself or those about me? How can I know your form is not a disguise, that you are simply not going to come around and stab me in the back in the end?"" Trit faces the machine fully, crossing her arms and looking both very defiant, and very serious. ""I barely trust Kiera, no offence to her, how can I be expected to trust you as well, given what you just said?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Kiera frowns and crosses her arms. ""Wow, thanks for the consideration and support, Trit."" She says sarcastically as she pouts and rolls her eyes. ""But I agree. How can we trust a machine who's sole purpose is to deceive. That's like trusting a snake not to bite you when you piss it off."" Kiera puts her hands on her hips. ""How DO we know you won't just double cross us, Siem?"""
10044,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=100,2014-12-20T17:07:00,The Flutterlands,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Pitch Black</span><br/><br/>""Actually,"" said Pitch, ""We do have the parts. You see, when I was a colt, I once had a mech quite similar to Cinders. However, as part of a punishment, my former owners destroyed it. I managed to salvage the parts, even though, I have no idea how to rebuild the mech. When I joined SECA, I have stored the parts here. I'm not sure if they would work due to the age of the parts or that many of them are usable due to their condition, but, it's the best I can do."" Pitch sighed and sulked his head. He really missed playing his mech, back when he was young. However, Pitch figured that he could put the mech's remains to good use."
10045,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=100,2014-12-22T13:43:00,Pinki3 Pon-3,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Janet</span><br/>Janet turned and looked to Pitch upon hearing his observation,<br/>""Bring them quickly then. I'll salvage what I can. We should be able to save this little guy.""<br/>She said, suddenly feeling too distracted for her usual paranoia. Anyone one of these ponies could be plotting her demise, and for once, she wasn't all that bothered.<br/>""My you are a remarkable machine.""<br/>She murmured quietly as she began removing unsalvagable parts from Cinder.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Siem</span><br/>Siem paused, its mechanisms ticking softly as it pondered the conundrum it had been presented with.<br/>""Well, I'll admit, I hadn't thought about that. . . Hmm, well I suppose if you really think about it, you can't. But what guarantee do you have that you can trust anyone? At least I was honest about my purpose.""<br/>It replied with its small, reedy voice.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Chloria</span><br/>Jasper Hawke retracted his hand, noting the discourtesy shown by the general.<br/>""Of course sir. Not all us common folk can have a legacy such as yours. I am doing quite well, than you for asking. Simply handing over an item to Lord Dace over here.""<br/>He said rummaging around in his backpack. He handed over a small parcel.<br/>""Ah! The dynamo. Thank you kindly Mr Hawke. Will you be staying for the celebration?""<br/>""No, I think it would be best if I were on my way.""<br/>Jasper replied flatly before turning to leave. Hollard bid him farewell before returning to his conversation with the colonel.<br/>""Quite the move you made there Colonel. I did not take a man of your stature for being one to take quarrel on first sight.""<br/>He said with a sigh and a shrug.<br/>""No matter, do enjoy the celebration. I need to discuss some things with Professor Stahl, if you would like you can accompany me. But I'm sure the other guests are getting quite jealous.""<br/>He said and strode off cheerfully to a rather short man leaning against one of the gargantuan pillars."
10046,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=100,2014-12-22T14:01:00,Cymrea,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">The <span style=""font-style: italic"">Chloria</span></span><br/><br/>""Quarrel? I'm quite sure, I have no idea what you mean, sir. I will say, though, that Mr. Hawke is as well known to my family as he is to yours. As to your invitation, I do believe I will take you up on it. I'm afraid I've been away from the soirée circuit long enough that I'm not entirely familiar with all your guests.""<br/><br/>Colonel Aries joined Dace in meeting Professor Stahl."
10047,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=100,2014-12-26T08:24:00,The Flutterlands,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Pitch Black</span><br/><br/>Pitch nodded almost begrudgingly. He wasn't doing this for Janet, he was doing this for Cinders and his own mech, Rusty. Nonetheless, Pitch turned and headed to his living quaters in the HQ, given to him by Bolt Breaker. The black stallion looked under his bed and took out a box labed 'Rusty'. Pitch opened it and sighed sadly as he examined the mech's remains, before closing the box once more. He went back downstairs, taking the box with him, and showed them to Janet. ""Will these do?"" he asked."
10048,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=100,2014-12-26T15:48:00,Crumlark,"The walls groaned around him, shuddering with the force of a city that fought to live in times of unrest. What little light that filtered through the ground far above was dimly cast on his surroundings, as if a petulant child had a fit and strewn visibility where random chance and rage had designated for it to be. Such were the thoughts of a knight out of his time, and his head.<br/>Sir Mormente put a gloved hand to the wall on his left while he walked forward, feeling the rumbling and cool sheet of metal as a sort of assurance he was not preparing to stumble deeper in the dark guts of the city, where he was sure to meet a terrible death by being smashed between two of the gears that gave the world above him the means to live a terrible life.<br/>""Surely, it is not much further..."" He whispered to himself, adjusting the pelt around his neck with a free hand. For a short while longer, all he could do was admire the grandeur that only the engineers and himself could fully appreciate. He walked past cogs as large as men circle around eachother, and ones resembling dinner-plates that changed the direction of another gear halfway through it's rotation. This was the breath of the City, taking in sweat and breathing out steam.<br/>He listened keenly on his trek, trying to make out a more organic sound that has become familiar to him now, the odd one out in a world of clamor and clanging. As he walked on, he could see less and less, and felt it necessary to take out the oil lamp he kept on his belt. He grumbled to himself, feeling about his pockets and fumbling for a match. Failing to find what he needed, he shrugged out of apathy. ""I suppose I will feed the poor sod tomorrow morning instead.""<br/>And with that, instead of electing to return to his estate the way he came into the steamworks, he looked about for the nearest ladder."
10049,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=100,2014-12-30T05:45:00,Sungai Pusat,"Silent Gust took a deep breath and sighed, his tone calm in nature. Scanning his surroundings, his eyes shifted from left to right in swiftness as he narrowed his vision to very specific parts of the area that he was in. Many of the buildings had gone into a state of disrepair, several with broken glasses and very few with any signs of life in them. He tore his gaze from the state of the barren structures that struggled to stand around him, checking in haste for any signs of mechs arriving at the scene.<br/><br/>He tore his glances still to the manhole cover he stood on, reaching for it with his teeth and gripping it with gumption as he pulled it from the manhole as quickly as he could.<br/><br/>A minute had past. A few of the sheets of paper had fallen from the two big bags he had under him, fastened onto his abdomen with rope. He took the sheet in his mouth and dove into the hole, quickly gripping onto the ladder's first few rungs from the surface to stall his fall, causing several of those sheets to fly into the sewers. Chuckling softly, he looked back up, both of his hooves reaching for the cover's rims. His cheeks flushed profusely as his still light built ultimately prevented him from pulling the cover any more quickly than he would've liked, letting out soft groans, his body pulsing slightly at the weight above him.<br/><br/>Finally, in a sharp, swift motion, he sealed off most of the hole, his hooves stuck through the remainder of the opening. Pulling his hooves in, he pushed onto the cover's rims and covered the remainder off, thus beginning his descent into the sewers.<br/><br/>He let out a sigh of relief, quietly taking in the wretched stench that the sewer pipes had accumulated over years of use.<br/><br/>Picking up the very last sheets of paper that had fallen to the side of the currently flowing stream of sludge and water, Silent Gust began humming softly as he trotted down the path that had always been taken for the past few years or so from his discovery of SECA, passing underneath the city's main areas and stopping shy of its heart, towards their headquarters.<br/><br/>He kept a stoic look on his face, albeit with a small crease of a smile on it as he ceased his humming, trotting down the side of the sewers with abated breath, as has always been the case for the past few years.<br/><br/><hr/><br/>After what felt like hours of a ceaseless march, he had finally arrived at where he wanted to be, stopping shy of the pipe's wide discharge into a nearby lake. His small, genial smile remaining, he trotted back to the nearest opening to the surface possible, proceeding then to climb out into the surface.<br/><br/>Looking out into the distance, he spotted the SECA headquarters' building, discreetly decorated as such from its exterior, its farmhouse-like nature remaining intact.<br/><br/>Taking a deep breath, he began trotting towards the building.<br/><br/>He knew some ponies wouldn't be appreciative of what he was doing and would think that he was exploiting the ponies there of what little money they had, which was true to an extent. He felt a pang in his heart knowing he had to take some of the money they had put in for the sole activity he could offer them with what little he had himself so that he and his teacher could stay afloat.<br/><br/>Regardless, though, he assured himself under his breath, he was being as responsible as he could with their money. He had heard from his teacher and, to a lesser extent, seen for himself what could happen from too much of what he felt was a good thing, just a simple activity to give them something to do on the weekends.<br/><br/>Stopping to beat his chest lightly, he smiled inwardly and continued forward to the headquarters, hoping that, akin to the weeks before, there'd be enough support for him to set up his little lottery-like game again like he'd always done for the past few years within the city.<br/><br/>He's just hoping that the pony there would allow him to.<br/><br/>OOC: Someone is going to have to help me with regards to the sanitation technology that the city used at the time, otherwise this just won't make any sense.<br/><br/>Also, I apologise for any lack of posts before, I had simply run out of steam then. ^^'<br/><br/>(Also, I added a tiny bit at the end to make the later posts make sense)"
10050,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=100,2015-01-01T15:07:00,Pinki3 Pon-3,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Janet/Bolt</span>(For Sungai as well)<br/>Janet turned to Pitch once more, inspecting the scrapped mech he had brought with him.<br/>""Indeed, these shall do nicely.""<br/>She replied after sliding on a pair of leather protective gloves. She worked like lightning, removing ruptured pipes and bent gears before laying them out in some sort of order that seemed only clear to her eyes. Then she would glance over to Pitch's mech before reaching in and deftly removing a similar piece before replacing it inside Cinder. To one side, Bolt Breaker stood, watching the repairs with a quiet annoyance. The girl knew things, important things. Bolt didn't have the time to have her fix every single broken piece of tech around. The sooner she finished, the sooner they could get to business. Bolt Breaker noticed a newcomer appearing on the plot, a pony. Bolt began walking at a measured pace. The usual amount of calm and poise emanating from the masked, mysterious pony.<br/>""State your business stranger.""<br/>Bolt said to Silent Gust bluntly, feeling no patience for foolishness trivialities given the recent going ons of the day.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Chloria</span><br/>Hollard Dace approached Professor Stahl, feeling a slight irritation towards Colonel Aries. This<span style=""font-style: italic"">game</span>the elitists played was disgraceful, they toyed with each other's lives, not pieces on a board that could be reset. In this game, a subtle refused handshake was as bad as a slap in the face. Everyone had seen it, everyone knew where the Colonel stood towards Hawke. The subtleties weren't so subtle when everyone knew what to look for, like a secret language being spoken near those fluent in it. Hollard decided, as usual, this was not his life to squander on a game of ruin. The professor looked up towards Dace with a nervous smile,<br/>""Is it . . . ""<br/>He said, tacitly asking after the dynamo. Hollard pulled the wrapped object out of his pocket and handed it to the professor,<br/>""Here you are Professor Stahl, the key to electricity in the city. Colonel Aries. Professor Stahl.""<br/>He said, introducing the two cordially, yet efficiently.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Steamworks</span><br/>A pale white unicorn flashed into existence in front of Sir Mormonte. At her side stood the brass and iron alloyed girth of a bruiser, its mechanical eyes trained on the human while the unicorn approached.<br/>""You are not permitted within the steamworks sir. Kindly allow the mech to escort you out. Should you choose to disobey this command, you will be forcibly ejected from the steamworks and I cannot guarantee that no harm shall come to your person.""<br/>She said in a calm measured pace. Her voice was soft, like a keening wind, but it cut through the noise of the steamworks, piercing through the grinding gears and pounding pistons. The mech at her side stepped forward, blocking Sir Mormonte's path with its bulk. Clankers raced past on their spindly claws, travelling every which way through the tunnels of the city. Some were patchworks of various ages of metal, others were shiny and new, but all were busy, and none noticed the human presence amongst them."
10051,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=100,2015-01-01T16:15:00,Fascist Russian Empire,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Inquisitor</span><br/><br/>Inquisitor felt somewhat bad, listening to Pitch's story about how he used to have a mech; of course, considering the less than friendly history the two ponies had, Inquisitor wouldn't lose any sleep over it, but he still sympathized somewhat with Pitch Black. He stood back and quietly watched as Pitch went into his quarters and brought back the supplies they needed; Inquisitor didn't come along, and just waited for Pitch to get the supplies. After Janet said that the parts Pitch brought would work just fine in Cinder's repairs, Inquisitor prepared to say something, only to be interrupted by a new pony arriving at the plantation; Inquisitor knew the majority of the ponies at SECA, considering his tendency to try and help everyone in need, but he didn't recognize the new pony. Inquisitor figured he was either new to SECA or was just plain lost; either way, Inquisitor didn't spend too much time looking at or thinking about Silent Gust.<br/><br/>""Well, it's certainly nice that you happened to have the parts Cinder needed, Pitch Black. Of course, I give my condolences for the loss of your friend, but it is most certainly nice that you had something on hoof to fix up Cinder. Truth be told, I don't actually care much about the mech, but it obviously means a lot to Janet, and I'm sure fixing Cinder up would make her happy, so I suppose it's the right thing to do."" Inquisitor commented to Pitch Black; Inquisitor really didn't care about Cinder, or any other mech for that matter, since he considered them to be nothing more than worthless and soulless hunks of metal, but it would make Janet happy, so Inquisitor figured helping repair Cinder was the right thing to do."
10052,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=100,2015-01-01T18:00:00,New Babylonia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Silent Thunder</span><br/><br/>It took true restraint for Silent to withhold his laughter at the headline detailing the brutal and gruesome murders of the once living wealthy family which had owned him. He'd sold everything he could carry with him from the house, and hid the money. He could do nothing for the rest of his life, and be fine. But what fun was there in that? No, this city was huge, the population was massive, human, and wealthy. No no, they must die, all of them, as many as he can take before he dies. Surely the city would catch onto him, and he knew fighting off the first few attempts to apprehend or kill him, rather, would be easy. The city would likely underestimate him. But eventually, he knew he'd be facing a platoon of them or more. He could beat them, maybe, if he had help. Perhaps, as much as he hates other people, perhaps he should look into freeing other servants he comes across. On the deal that for not killing them he would train them, equip them, and lead them. Hell, he could build his own army if he did this right... overthrow the city and take power for himself. Yes, yes... that's what he'll have to do. It was late, now, Silent had spent the day scouting out targets. He'd pick a large property, a massive house, hopefully with a dozen or more servants.<br/><br/>Night had fallen, and Silent easily slipped onto the property and stalked around the house, looking for his entrance. Finding a back door, he carefully drew a dagger, and forced it through just behind the lock. A mostly quiet cracking sound broke the lock out of place, and he was in. The dagger was sheathed, and as he entered the door was immediately charged by a anthro mare who had clearly just run to the kitchen for a knife. Unphased, Silent calmly stepped to the side at the last second, grabbed her wrist, twisted it and pulled the knife free. With her arm twisted and behind her, he stepped his right foot forward and spun around to send the left into her jaw. Letting go of her arm as the connection was made, the mare flew back into the wall, dazed and her head swirling, she tried to stare at him. The look he gave back convinced her to stay there, and the other servant which had rushed down the stairs to hesitate. He had a glass bottle, was young, and clearly very afraid.<br/><br/>""I'm not here for you, get out of my way or you can join this family along with the previous."" The whispered words were quiet, but cutting. The colt stepped back, freeing the stairway of the imposed block. Silent nodded and walked up calmly. The colt followed behind him shortly after, and he turned to look at him with suspicion. His gaze was returned with a supporting look, it seemed as though the colt was opting to help him, though he didn't need it. But, perhaps, a navigator wouldn't be so bad. ""Parents, children, relatives, how many, where are their rooms, any details to be worried about?"" He asked the straightforward series of questions with a sharp whispering tone. The colt stepped up the stairs next to him, and looked both ways.<br/><br/>""Mother, father, 5 children, grandmother, grand father, and their financially struggling uncle. The father has an old assault rifle, grandfather has a shotgun, the eldest brothers have revolvers. The uncle carries a sword. The parents room and the grandparents are both to the left, parents on the right, grand on the left. To the right are the bedrooms of the children, the two youngest share a room, the others are separate. Continue down that hallway and go right, the door on the left is the uncles room. Go down the other way, though, and thats the servant bedroom."" He looked calmly at Silent. Silent, looking back, could see something int he colts eyes that made him most confident of his grand plan. The look in the colt's eyes were akin to a look of trust, admiration, as if he were staring at a great liberator. Perfect. Hew stepped to the top of the stairs and went left, the colt following. He stopped at the door on the right, and opened it quietly. They were asleep. He glanced at the colt, who was waiting expectantly.<br/><br/>""For your own piece of mind, you may not want to watch."" His companion gulped, and nodded. Silent walked in, and closed the door behind him. ""Time for the classic blood fountain..."" His yellow mane streak glowed white, with an almost airwave look to the moving light. Both their jaws were opened, slowly, almost as if normal. Their bodies awoke with a sudden jolting as he began forcibly removing the air from their lungs with a ruthless wind. Their faces were priceless, and no matter how much he tried, Silent couldn't help but laugh. he steadily increased the force, until he felt the same pulling again. And then a tear, they choked, and moments later, the fountain he longed for began spewing the beautiful red liquid. Even after the second time, it was still hilarious, and Silent collapsed to his knee in laughter. He was interrupted when a sound of shattering glass came from outside. Rushing to open the door, he found the colt with a broken bottle, and an older man on the ground, dazed heavily and bleeding profusely. Silent clicked the blade on his right boot, and kicked into the mans stomach. Without mercy, he forced his foot left. The colts eyes widened as the older man was cut open like a stuffed toy. So much so he didn't notice the grandmother had retrieved the shotgun. Rather all he saw was a dagger flying through the air, with precision that would require skill to match even with a masterfully engineered rifle into her throat. Silent removed the blade in his boot from the older man, and clicked it back in. Kicking the shotgun aside, he grabbed his dagger, and tore violently to the side, stopping short of taking her head completely off and allowing it to hang by a thread. He tore the dagger out, and, for his amusement, decided to gouge her eyes out. A perverted smirk on his face the whole time, as he let her eyes roll across the floor.<br/><br/>But Silent wasn't completely ignorant, he heard other footsteps outside. He walked out with his magic prepped, and threw the aim of what appeared to be one of the sons to the side. The gun went off, and Silent knew the rest of the household would be woken up. As he approached the older son, Silent turned to the colt with him, drew one of his pistols, and threw it to him. The young boy barely caught it, and looked at him with uncertainty.<br/>""You might need that, run ahead of me and preaim that at the door of the other son. The second you see it move, fire."" The colt gulped, and nodded, running ahead to do so. Silent drew his sword and continued approaching the helpless boy, who grabbed his pistol with the other hand. As he pulled the trigger, Silent's magic was already pushing back against the explosion. The pistol exploded catastrophically and fell to the ground. The boy stumbled back, with Silent calmly stepping forward. As his hand raised to backslash across his stomach, three shots rang off in the hall ahead. Silent looked past his victim and noticed the colt slowly opening the door he was infront of. The other children had exited their rooms and stared at him in horror. He looked back to Silent, who nodded. ""Kill them."" The colt gulped, and turned towards the children. He hesitated looked back to Silent again, before slowly nodding. As he swung across the first brother, tearing his stomach open, three more shots rang out, and three bodies fell. On his knees, the brother looked up to Silent. He mouthed several words, that made no sound. Silent snickered at him, and with to quick arcs lopped off both arms. As a final insult he kicked the body to the ground and spat on it. He handed another cylinder of ammunition to the colt, and taught him how to load it. He gave him a dagger, too, for extra protection incase any of the servants chose to fight him, and ordered him to wake and gather them downstairs with the first mare. He ran off quickly, and Silent marched calmly towards the uncles room.<br/><br/>As he neared the door, it suddenly kicked open, almost taking him out. He stumbled back, and fell, quickly scrambling to get up as a large man with a sabre burst out infront of him. ""Finally, someone seems inclined to give a fight."" The two stood momentarily, staring each other down. At a sudden and intense pace both swung at each other. A bout of parries ensued, as the uncle made very clear that he was no novice to using his weapon. Silent would loved to have beaten him with more advanced maneuvers, however, everytime he tried, the man saw through and used his overwhelming advantage in physical strength to force him to his knees. At this point he began to wonder where his little friend had gone. The bastard should be back and shooting this man by now. As he forced down again by the unbeatable weight and strength of his opponent, a sound of thunder sent blood spewing. Silent felt the air tear past him and into the heart of the best of a man. He glanced behind him, and saw a mare, she looked to be about 20 or so, and looked almost like a living flame staring down the sights of his revolver. Grateful for the support, he pushed the large man off him and onto the ground. With a triumphant foot on on his opponents chest, he cut open his throat with a quick slash. He amused himself further by cutting the mans face off with a series of expertly aimed cuts, finally satisfied.<br/><br/>Silent sheathed his sword, and turned to the group of servants behind him. ""Took you a while..."" He said gazing at the colt.<br/><br/>""He needed some time to convince us you weren't here to kill us."" It was the same mare which had just saved him. He could tell by looking at her body language alone she was the leader of their little group. ""So, as brutal and merciless as you are, why do you care to save us?"" She crossed her arm, and glared at him with suspicion.<br/><br/>""Well, to be honest, as much as i'd like to take on the city solo and cause death and destruction, i know i can't. So, after freeing myself of my family, and them of their lives and riches, its time to move on. Take as much as you can carry in valuables, sell them, use the money to equip you, i'll train who needs it, and we'll fight this city with a brutality un matched in history. Slaughter the humans, protect each other from the cities automatons, and when the ponies come to try and take advantage, slaughter them too. We can make ourselves the dominant race. Or, you can go get captured by slave traders, or die of starvation on the streets. Pick your choice."" He turned away from them, and began stuffing his pockets with anything looking like it was worth selling. Whether or not they joined him he didn't care.<br/><br/>""Well bout damn time i've been wanting to kill these assholes forever. You two, go loots the uncles room. Take any weapons you find. You five, get the kids rooms."" The orders came from the very mare he pinned as their leader. Smart enough to tell them to take the weapons, too. Excellent.<br/><br/>""What about me, Firefly?"" It was the colt who had helped him in the first place, and Firefly turned to him, about to speak, before Silent beat her to it.<br/><br/>""Go downstairs, make sure the one who tried to knife me on my way in is alright. Firefly, is it? How fitting. You take the grandparents and parents room, distribute the weapons. "" She nodded, and moved along. He counted for a moment... ten. Ten recruits. They aren't much now, but given time, they'll be enough.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Aurora Skylight</span><br/><br/>Aurora had left Ferrous several days ago, her tools, notebooks, spells, and a sizable machine all strapped to her back. For lack of space, she had to wear her protective gear, used for building and her welding. Conveniently, it was also extremely durable in combat situations, perfect for when she needed to repair her combat creations in the field. If the map she was following was right, she should be nearing the SECA HQ now. Aurora had no doubts they would see the benefit from having her. And if they didn't, well, she had more than a few ways to convince them. She giggled at the memory brought up by this thought. She remembered forcing another scientist to agree with her by using super magnets to take command of what little metal he had in his pockets to through him violently around the room. Aurora broke into a laugh, seeing him fly into walls at brutal speeds she manipulated the magnets for a good 20 minutes. At the end of it, he agreed with her fully, and had quite the medical bill. Oddly enough, her debating skills that day seemed to scare anyone else from arguing with her. Which was a bit of a shame, she loved arguing with people, if only for being right all the time. She could tell now, by the scenery, she was getting closer to the HQ. Or at least she hoped so. She had sent a letter before she left telling them to expect her, but she was still not completely sure on where precisely she had to go. With any luck, they would be expecting her, and someone would recognize her from the description given."
10053,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=100,2015-01-02T08:00:00,Sungai Pusat,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pinki3 Pon-3 <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322712&amp;p=22988267#p22988267"">wrote</a>:</cite>Bolt Breaker noticed a newcomer appearing on the plot, a pony. Bolt began walking at a measured pace. The usual amount of calm and poise emanating from the masked, mysterious pony.<br/>""State your business stranger.""<br/>Bolt said to Silent Gust bluntly, feeling no patience for foolishness trivialities given the recent going ons of the day.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Silent Gust looked at Bolt as he pulled his sight away from the ground, giving a hint a smile as the tone of Bolt's voice hit him. He began rubbing the back of his neck, keeping his genial expression on as he coughed softly. He'd have figured that somepony might question his intent here, but this being the SECA headquarters, as he remembered, he considered it a headscratcher as he'd imagine somepony who was in the organisation to be more welcoming to the same species of beings who were freed from their masters.<br/><br/>Regardless, he pushed himself to smile, nodding at Bolt's question as he brought his hoof over to his baskets of paper, gesturing to it. ""I came with the intent of setting up a lottery-like game.""<br/><br/>He chuckled, tilting his head to the market with a broadened smile. ""I was hoping to talk to the pony who runs the market, actually. Do you, perchance, know him?"""
10054,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=100,2015-01-02T16:20:00,The Flutterlands,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Pitch Black</span><br/><br/>Pitch sighed in relief, and made a very weak smile. He was happy to know that Rusty's remains were perfect to repair Cinder's with. It was an odd feeling, happiness. The last time he felt such an emotion was when he played with Rusty, before his destruction. The black unicorn glanced at Inquisitor for a moment, keeping that weak smile. ""W-want to get something to eat?"" he asked, ""I-i'm feeling a bit hungry..."""
10055,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=100,2015-01-03T01:58:00,Tribenicha,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Césaire</span><br/><br/>The old ship rocked across the calm waters, it's old wood creaking loudly. The sailors remained quiet as well, simply tending to their duties and watching the waters ahead, patiently waiting for their destination to come into view. They wanted this trip to be as quick as possible.<br/><br/>They wanted to drop off their ""cargo"" and be done with it.<br/><br/>One of them stood at the bow, wearing a decorated blue uniform and a bicorn atop his head. He yearned to be done with this as well, as old age did not serve well with these waters.<br/><br/>""Capitaine."" Another sailor walked up and saluted him.<br/><br/>""Oui?"" He responded.<br/><br/>""He... he requests to speak with you, monsieur.""<br/><br/>The captain's eyes widened for a moment.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Césaire the Great</span>wished to speak with him. He could not decide whether that was good or bad... The man that is seen as the hero of the people, but also the inadvertent harbinger of their destruction.<br/><br/>""Officer Victor shall take the deck."" He ordered as he turned around and began to head down to the ex-emperor's location on the ship.<br/><br/>""Bon, Capitaine.""<br/><br/><hr/><br/>Césaire sat in his small metal cell within the ship's brig, his arms crossed and legs outstreched on the bench within his small prison. He stared at the wooden wall of the ship, thinking.<br/><br/>He thought of many things. None of which he was truly concerned about, despite the circumstance of his life. As with anything, it was simply treated as if it was an algebraic problem. Always a group of variables, always a formula and method, always an answer.<br/><br/>""You wished to speak, mon Empereur?"" The captain asked as he stepped into the room, standing in front of the cell door.<br/><br/>""Oui."" Was all that he received in return.<br/><br/>""Bon, I could use the distraction."" He chuckled. ""We're going to be seeing land soon enough.""<br/><br/>""I know."" The reply was dry.<br/><br/>""So... what was it that-""<br/><br/>""What do you think of the restoration?"" It was asked quickly, the interrogative feel nigh nonexistent.<br/><br/>The captain looked confused for a moment. ""The monarchical restoration, sir?""<br/><br/>A nod from Césaire.<br/><br/>""Well, monsieur..."" He began. ""I don't wholeheartedly apporve of it. It's what got us into this mess to begin with, the revolution, the collapse, your rising and... the um...""<br/><br/>""My defeat, yes."" Césaire looked to the captain. ""You believe this will simply start the process again, revolution first, then a war followed with the new government's inevitable collapse. The wars will bring up those that prove themselves and they shall inherit the land... before being assaulted by those that fear them. They are then cast down and forced away, into the very bowels of history where their names shall never be heard again. Their story will never be passed down to future generations, their legacy to never be properly inherented and their very ideas to be wiped from the slate. I understand.""<br/><br/>The captain looked down, processing all of the former emperor's words.<br/><br/>Césaire looked back to the wall. ""You'd better get back on deck, Capitain. We will be arriving at our destination soon, as I recall you telling me. Au Revoir.""<br/><br/><hr/><br/>The ash shifted underneath Césaire's feet as he steppee off of the rowboat.<br/><br/>""Bienvenue! This is what remains of the old world out here."" The sailor stated with a chuckle.<br/><br/>The land was dead to say the least. Ash was all that remained on the ground. In the distance, a few pillars of steam and smoke rose into the air.<br/><br/>Another sailor was standing a bit more inland, holding the reigns of a white horse, Césaire's horse to be exact.<br/><br/>Césaire walked over to him, a nod of gratitude. ""Thank you for-""<br/><br/>""My son was in your army."" He coldly retorted. He handed Césaire the reigns. ""Here, take your damn horse, I hope it tramples you.""<br/><br/>The ex-emperor took the leather reigns in his hand, allowing the sailor to walk away, back to the rowboat with the other man.<br/><br/>Both of them then proceeded to shove off of the shoreline, beginning their trip back to the ship.<br/><br/>Césaire wiped the sweat from his brow.<br/><br/>It was hot out there.<br/><br/>""Exiled... it's about as I predicted.""<br/><br/>Suddenly, a rifled thundered in the air, catching him by surprise. The horse neighed loudly, rearing up into the air, dragging Césaire back until he eventually lost his grip and landed on his back.<br/><br/>His horse then sprinted off, right in the direction of the the steam and smoke pillars in the distance.<br/><br/>""Deal with that, you damn tyrant!"" The familiar voice of the sailor called out, followed by some laughter that roared form the ship.<br/><br/>The fallen emperor pushed himself up off the ground, not even bothering to look back at the ship or it's crew.<br/><br/>The back of his outfit was now covered in the ash from the ground, but that didn't bother him. He wasn't bothered by the acts of the sailors either. What did concern him was the fact that his horse was running off in the distance.<br/><br/>He began to walk after it, looking to the ground and seeing that the horse's tracks were easily visible in the ash.<br/><br/>""I predict that this is the first annoyance of many..."""
10056,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=100,2015-01-03T06:30:00,Fascist Russian Empire,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Inquisitor</span><br/><br/>Pitch Black had managed to surprise Inquisitor for the second time that day; the fact that Pitch would stop insulting him or his racially tolerant ideology for even five minutes was surprising enough, but for Pitch to proceed to invite Inquisitor to eat with him was certainly the last thing he was expecting to hear from the unicorn to say the least. ""Eh, well, sure, I suppose there's no harm in that."" Inquisitor said after a moment, rather taken aback by Pitch's sudden friendliness. Just about an hour prior, Pitch had been threatening to destroy Cinder to intimidate Janet, in addition to throwing all kinds of patronizing insults at Inquisitor; needless to say, Pitch's newfound change in attitude was certainly a very welcome change.<br/><br/>""So, what exactly did you have in mind, Pitch?"" Inquisitor asked after another moment, trying not to question the motives behind Pitch's new behavior. A part of Inquisitor wanted to not trust Pitch, and thought Pitch had some kind of ulterior motive behind his friendliness, but Inquisitor tried not to listen to that part of himself and just be glad that Pitch was acting nice for once. Certainly, it was strange and slightly suspicious for Pitch to so rapidly and so radically alter his attitude, but Inquisitor liked to think of himself as a forgiving individual and didn't typically hold grudges. However, Inquisitor didn't keep those thoughts in mind for long, and tried to focus on Pitch, staring expectantly at the black unicorn as he waited for him to say something else."
10057,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=100,2015-01-03T23:29:00,Morlodania,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Nuclear Aftermath <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322712&amp;p=22860686#p22860686"">wrote</a>:</cite>Kiera frowns and crosses her arms. ""Wow, thanks for the consideration and support, Trit."" She says sarcastically as she pouts and rolls her eyes. ""But I agree. How can we trust a machine who's sole purpose is to deceive. That's like trusting a snake not to bite you when you piss it off."" Kiera puts her hands on her hips. ""How DO we know you won't just double cross us, Siem?""</div></blockquote><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Pinki3 Pon-3 <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322712&amp;p=22882087#p22882087"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Siem</span><br/>Siem paused, its mechanisms ticking softly as it pondered the conundrum it had been presented with. <br/>""Well, I'll admit, I hadn't thought about that. . . Hmm, well I suppose if you really think about it, you can't. But what guarantee do you have that you can trust anyone? At least I was honest about my purpose.""<br/>It replied with its small, reedy voice.</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/>""I'm not one to trust easily, Siem... I hardly trust Kiera here and that's only because she hasn't killed me yet."" She glances over at Kiera with a teasing smile before looking back at Siem. ""I understand what you're saying, but... For all I know, you're just part of the City's grand design for itself, trying to round up those who it believes to be rogue 'slaves' and putting them back into slaver."" She gives the machine a doubtful look. ""I'm not one to trust clockwork devices... They are marvelous things, but... They are less than trustworthy in a city like this."""
10058,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=100,2015-01-05T11:18:00,Nuclear Aftermath,"<blockquote><div><cite>Morlodania <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322712&amp;p=23019124#p23019124"">wrote</a>:</cite><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Nuclear Aftermath <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322712&amp;p=22860686#p22860686"">wrote</a>:</cite>Kiera frowns and crosses her arms. ""Wow, thanks for the consideration and support, Trit."" She says sarcastically as she pouts and rolls her eyes. ""But I agree. How can we trust a machine who's sole purpose is to deceive. That's like trusting a snake not to bite you when you piss it off."" Kiera puts her hands on her hips. ""How DO we know you won't just double cross us, Siem?""</div></blockquote><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Pinki3 Pon-3 <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322712&amp;p=22882087#p22882087"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Siem</span><br/>Siem paused, its mechanisms ticking softly as it pondered the conundrum it had been presented with. <br/>""Well, I'll admit, I hadn't thought about that. . . Hmm, well I suppose if you really think about it, you can't. But what guarantee do you have that you can trust anyone? At least I was honest about my purpose.""<br/>It replied with its small, reedy voice.</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/>""I'm not one to trust easily, Siem... I hardly trust Kiera here and that's only because she hasn't killed me yet."" She glances over at Kiera with a teasing smile before looking back at Siem. ""I understand what you're saying, but... For all I know, you're just part of the City's grand design for itself, trying to round up those who it believes to be rogue 'slaves' and putting them back into slaver."" She gives the machine a doubtful look. ""I'm not one to trust clockwork devices... They are marvelous things, but... They are less than trustworthy in a city like this.""</div></blockquote><br/>Keira nods. ""Time is a relevant matter here. Meaning it would just be a matter of time before you turned on us. No offense, but I hate and distrust clockworks as it is. One that is masterful at stabbing people in the back? Even less of a reason to drop my guard. I'm sorry, but I can't trust you. You'd have to earn your place and prove you aren't the type to kill us when we sleep. That's all I have to say."""
10059,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=100,2015-01-05T12:04:00,The Flutterlands,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Pitch Black</span><br/><br/>Pitch's smile grew a little. The black stallion couldn't have known how much he missed this emotion. ""J-just a little lunch in the mess hall."" he said, ""Perhaps some soup and sandwiches, with lemonade to drink."" Pitch chuckled, turned towards the hallway, and started walking towards the cafe, hoping that Inquisitor would follow. The black unicorn had to admit that he was starting to look forward to a friendship with Inquisitor, despite the hatred he still held against humans."
10060,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=100,2015-01-05T15:21:00,Fascist Russian Empire,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Inquisitor</span><br/><br/>Still rather confused as to what could possibly foster such a big change in Pitch Black, Inquisitor elected to simply try and forget about Pitch's history of pony supremacist rhetoric and sociopathic behavior; if Pitch wanted to repent for his past offenses and be friends, Inquisitor wasn't going to try and stop him. Pitch's new behavior was a very much so welcome change to Inquisitor, who had had more than enough of Pitch Black calling his ideals foolish and constantly spouting out radical anti-human sentiments. Besides, Inquisitor was, of course, a Christian, and forgiving past offenses was a rather significant part of the Christian faith, and Inquisitor strictly adhered to the principles of his faith. Keeping an open mind, and trying to ignore all the bad impressions Pitch had left upon him during the time they had known each other, Inquisitor went ahead and followed behind Pitch.<br/><br/>""Well, that sounds like as good a way as any to spend my time."" Inquisitor said as he followed Pitch, keeping a polite smile on his face as he did so; Inquisitor actually smiled most of the time, wanting to set a nice atmosphere for the people around him and wanting to give himself the appearance of a kind and considerate pony. Smiling had become a force of habit for Inquisitor, to the point where it had become a characteristic look of his. Truth be told, he wasn't certain just how much he was looking forward to a possible friendship with Pitch Black, but he of course recognized that it would be a hell of a lot better than them constantly attacking one another and sabotaging one another's plans; he doubted if Pitch was the kind of pony he would enjoy being around, but he certainly knew it was better than the alternative, so Inquisitor figured it was a good thing."
10061,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=125,2015-01-06T11:14:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Blank Check &amp; Cinder</span></span></div><br/>Blank raised an eyebrow. He was impressed by the speed at which the human female worked. By this alone, he knew that she really wanted for this little mech to turn out just fine he grinned. He also felt pleased that the black unicorn who he used to see as rather violent and extremist was willing to help, sacrificing something he probably treasured. It would be different, definitely. The mech's memory would be retained, and this black unicorn would have an outdated reincarnation of his old friend. How nice. Once Janet was finished, Blank moved forward, lifted Cinder's head and felt around for a knob.<br/><br/>""Ah.. There.."" he said softly and twisted the knob twice. A dim light was now visible in Cinder's hollow head. Within seconds, int was a steadily burning flame. Blank Check's brothers smiled as well. Cinder's head moved a bit to the right, and a clacking sound came from his torso which was then followed by the hissing of his tinder-powered engine. White mist seeped from the right place this time, which was a small pipe behind Cinder's right shoulder connected to his rump.<br/><br/>""Hnnng..."" the small mech moaned. His head moved more freely now, carefully observing those around him. It was the nice lady, and a pony he didn't recognize at all. He sat up, with Blank Check supporting him from behind.<br/>""Did I white out?.."" he asked, tapping the side of his head. His voice sounded clearer all of a sudden. He was surprised. The only way this would have happened was if someone fixed and cleaned him. And from the looks of it, someone had. Obviously it was the nice lady, and she got some help.<br/><br/>Blank Check nodded. Cinder made what sounded like a gasp. He did indeed feel smoother on the inside, though his exterior could still use some work and care. Maintenance was always a requirement. Blank Check jerked his head in Janet's direction. The small mech gave a light hiss of satisfaction, and unable to hold back the emotions he had been given, he wrapped his arms around Janet. Having been fixed, his heat regulator worked better now, and his head no longer heated up more than needed.<br/><br/>""Thank you! Thank you!"" he giggled, no longer embarrassed. He was happy and grateful that someone cared about him and fixed him. Behind, Blank Check chuckled lightly. Perhaps this mech and the human were already acquainted, seeing as they interacted quite well, though the human had a colorless expression on."
10062,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=125,2015-01-06T12:00:00,The Flutterlands,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Pitch Black</span><br/><br/>Pitch smiled and went into the mess hall, not really noticing that Cinder has been successfully revived, but feeling quite pleased with himself for what he has done. The black stallion went up to the counter, and ordered his food, before sitting down with Inquisitor, as he waited. For a moment he remained silent before chuckling. ""Y-you know,"" Pitch said, not noticing the stutter he has been having, ""W-when all is said and done, and slavery is no more, I'm... I'm hoping to actually settle down and... find a stallion to live with... if you know what I mean."" The black stallion blinked and blushed deeply after revealing his sexuality. ""N-not that this is a date or anything..."" he said, having some knowledge of how Inquisitor's man-religion views such things, such as homosexuality."
10063,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=125,2015-01-06T16:07:00,Fascist Russian Empire,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Inquisitor</span><br/><br/>Inquisitor couldn't help but blush as Pitch confessed his sexual orientation to him; Inquisitor had thought of a lot of different reasons for Pitch's sudden change in attitude towards him, ranging from Pitch having multiple-personality disorder to Pitch having some kind of mental breakdown to Pitch simply lying and trying to trick him, but sexual attraction was something Inquisitor had never once thought to guess. Needless to say, a rather poorly hid expression of shock found its way onto Inquisitor's face following Pitch's confession. Truth be told, Inquisitor was actually also a homosexual, although he had never shared it with anybody, and rarely even thought about sexual or romantic things. Inquisitor, in spite of what some other people of his faith would believe, never bought into the idea that God would hold anybody's sexuality against them, and readily accepted his sexuality; of course, he would never admit it to anybody else, considering the stigma against homosexuals, and would typically just lie and say that he was asexual.<br/><br/>""That...was not what I was expecting to hear from you...N-not that I mind, though. A rather significant number of my fellow Christians dislike homosexuals, but I'm not one of them; truth be told, I...I actually swing that way too, although I've never told anybody other than you. I...wasn't expecting anypony else here to be like that, but, it's nice to see that I'm not the only one. I must say, I'm flattered that you would trust me enough to share that with me, although, admittedly, you were the last pony whom I expected to hear those words from. In all honesty, now that I think about it, I actually find you to be rather attractive, too..."" Inquisitor said after the shock of Pitch's admission had worn away, Inquisitor's face reddening a bit more as he talked. Hearing Pitch's confession got rid of a lot of the doubts Inquisitor had in his mind about whether or not he could trust Pitch, and Inquisitor couldn't help but actually look forward to a relationship with Pitch."
10064,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=125,2015-01-06T16:24:00,The Flutterlands,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Pitch Black</span><br/><br/>Pitch's expression turned to that of utter shock, and he blushed deeply. ""Y-you mean... you find me... handsome?"" he asked, stutteringly. Inquisitor was the last pony the black stallion expected to be gay, like him. Pitch sulked his head, for a moment. Not too long ago, he despised Inquisitor for thinking that ponies and humans could coexist, and he still saw it as nothing but foolish ideals. However, deep down inside, the black stallion did find him to be attractive in sort of way. ""S-so... T-this<span style=""font-style: italic"">can</span>be a date?"" he asked, wondering how far this friendship would go."
10065,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=125,2015-01-06T16:43:00,Fascist Russian Empire,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Inquisitor</span><br/><br/>""If you want this to be a date, then I have no objections to that."" Inquisitor said, putting his typical smile back on, returning to his usual kind and calm voice. In spite of all the wrongdoings that Pitch had committed, Inquisitor wasn't one to hold a grudge; not only was Inquisitor a forgiving pony, it really seemed as though Pitch was willing to change, so Inquisitor saw no problem with looking beyond Pitch's past. Pitch Black being romantically attracted to him wasn't something Inquisitor had originally accounted for, and it certainly caught him off guard when he heard Pitch's admission, but as far as Inquisitor was concerned, the possibility of a romantic relationship between the two was just icing on the cake. It was definitely surprising just how quickly the two went from denouncing one another to confessing romantic attraction to one another, but Inquisitor certainly didn't mind; he was happy to have a former enemy turn into a friend, and if the two could form a romantic relationship, that would be all the better."
10066,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=125,2015-01-06T17:17:00,The Flutterlands,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Pitch Black</span><br/><br/>Pitch smiled back at Inquisitor, enjoying more and more the idea of a possible romantic relationship with him, and happy that he didn't mind the idea of it, despite his religion. The black stallion's smile grew as he examined the white pegasus, admiring his handsomeness. His lush blond mane, that was like gold, his light blue eyes, that were like sapphires, became such a beautiful sight to the black unicorn. ""S-so since this...<span style=""font-style: italic"">is</span>a date... how should we do this?"" asked Pitch, ""S-should we... kiss?"" The black stallion blushed deeply at the mere idea of them kissing, though, looking at Inquisitor more, just made it more appealing."
10067,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=125,2015-01-06T17:35:00,Fascist Russian Empire,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Inquisitor</span><br/><br/>The more Inquisitor thought about it, the more he enjoyed the thought of being with Pitch Black, and the more attractive he found Pitch. He probably would have been attracted to Pitch a long time ago, if it weren't for the whole pony supremacy thing; Inquisitor genuinely found Pitch Black to be rather handsome, finding his black coat and mane and his green eyes to be attractive. Inquisitor and Pitch Black were opposites in almost every single sense, with everything from their political ideals to the color of their coats being the opposite of one another, but Inquisitor was more than willing to look past that fact. ""I, well...Honestly, I've never actually dated anypony before, truth be told, so I'm not entirely sure<span style=""font-style: italic"">what</span>to do...If you want to kiss, I certainly wouldn't object."" Inquisitor said, staring deeply into Pitch's green eyes. The thought of kissing Pitch was certainly a rather appealing thought to Inquisitor, and the more he thought about it and the more he took in the sight of Pitch's body, the more appealing it became."
10068,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=125,2015-01-06T18:03:00,The Flutterlands,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Pitch Black</span><br/><br/>Pitch blushed deeply with a chuckle. What would Inquisitor object to, other than Pitch's ideals of pony supremacy. Not that Pitch really saw ponies as superior to humans, as he saw it would be hypocritical of pony race to enslave humans the same way humans enslaved them. It was just that he could not see a possibility that ponies and humans could coexist. However, knowing how much he was starting to like Inquisitor, despite their differences, made Pitch question the possibility of a peaceful alliance between pony and human.<br/><br/>The black unicorn smile grew, and remained silent as he admired Inquisitor's looks even more. After short moment, Pitch couldn't help but gently peck the white pegasus on the lips, his mind immediately exploded, as their lips touched for the first time. He pulled away blushing deeply with broad smile. The black unicorn began to love Inquisitor, and his heart burned with such the emotion that, like happiness, he has not felt in years. ""Inquisitor..."" Pitch said softly, as he blushed deeply, ""I-i... I love you..."""
10069,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=125,2015-01-06T18:33:00,Fascist Russian Empire,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Inquisitor</span><br/><br/>Inquisitor felt a lot of emotions as Pitch Black kissed him, it being the first time anypony had ever kissed him. It was a good feeling, and Inquisitor enjoyed every second of it. Inquisitor's smile widened, the pegasus genuinely finding himself falling for Pitch, his blush deepening as he stared into Pitch's eyes. Pitch saying that he loved him was yet another surprise to Inquisitor, but it was a very pleasant surprise. Inquisitor starting to find himself feeling similar thoughts towards Pitch, returning Pitch's feelings of love. It continued to amaze Inquisitor that they had gone so far so quickly, and Inquisitor found it hard to believe that this was the same Pitch he had held in the utmost contempt just earlier that day. However, despite every wrong committed by Pitch, Inquisitor didn't care about the past, and just wanted to focus on the here and now.<br/><br/>""I never thought I would say this, but...Pitch Black, I love you too."" Inquisitor said, after a moment of thought. Looking lovingly into Pitch's eyes, Inquisitor put his hooves around the unicorn and put him in a loving embrace before meeting his lips with Pitch's, giving his new coltfriend a gentle kiss. This would be hard to explain to everypony else, but that didn't matter to Inquisitor; what mattered was that not only had Inquisitor lost an enemy, he had gained a lover in the process. Just why exactly Pitch decided to come out to Inquisitor, and confess attraction towards him, the pegasus didn't have the slightest clue, but he didn't suppose the reasons particularly mattered."
10070,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=125,2015-01-06T18:57:00,The Flutterlands,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Pitch Black</span><br/><br/>Pitch's mind exploded after his lips met with Inquisitor's for a second time. The feeling of them touching in such a romantic and affectionate manner truly was amazing to the him. He blushed deeply at his coltfriend, smiling broadly, before looking up to see that their food was ready. Pitch smiled and got up, before returning with two trays of food, setting them down on the table. The black stallion smiled at Inquisitor once more, before starting eat his veggie and rice soup with a spoon under his magical influence. ""H-how far should we go?"" he asked, not really sure of himself, ""S-should we take this one step at a time, or should we... go all the way through... tonight?"" In reality it didn't matter to Pitch. He now loved Inquisitor, and he wanted to live the rest of his life with him, no matter what happens."
10071,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=125,2015-01-06T19:16:00,Fascist Russian Empire,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Inquisitor</span><br/><br/>Inquisitor continued to smile brightly (although, this wasn't something uncommon for him) as Pitch set their food down on the table, the pegasus using his hooves to eat his dandelion sandwich. ""Well...I suppose I'm willing to take things as quickly as you are, for the most part, but if you had naughty things in mind, I should just like to remind you that my faith doesn't allow sex before marriage."" Inquisitor said to Pitch, keeping a loving yet serious tone of voice. Despite his newfound feelings for Pitch, Inquisitor still put God first and foremost, and wasn't going to give up his lifetime of devotion and dedication to his religion to satisfy impulsive desires for pleasure; granted, some members of his faith would argue that homosexuality was sinful, but Inquisitor never bought into that idea. Keeping his trademark smile on his face, Inquisitor continued to keep his eyes glued to the black unicorn as he ate, hoping that Pitch wouldn't have any objections to his religious dedication."
10072,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=125,2015-01-06T19:33:00,The Flutterlands,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Pitch Black</span><br/><br/>""T-then... we'll wait till we're married."" said Pitch, understanding where Inquisitor was coming from. Honestly, he at first didn't really care for the religion of humans, seeing it as something that's harmless. However, as to be closer with Inquisitor, the black stallion began to consider converting. The very idea seemed intriguing to Pitch Black, devoting his life to God as to be further closer to his coltfriend, and he smiled softly as he placed a gentle hoof on Inquisitor's. ""P-perhaps,"" he said, ""Y-you can help me... convert, as well..."""
10073,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=125,2015-01-06T19:57:00,Fascist Russian Empire,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Inquisitor</span><br/><br/>Inquisitor perked up significantly when Pitch displayed interest in converting. ""I would be more than glad to teach you about the Lord, Pitch; as a matter of fact, I would be honored. Spreading the light of Christ is, after all, my special talent, as you can probably already guess from my cutie mark. I can teach you everything you could possibly need to know to become a fellow Christian."" Inquisitor said, rather giddily, to his lover. It always made Inquisitor happy to see ponies interested in converting; Inquisitor had spent a rather significant portion of his career at SECA doing missionary work, in addition to his normal SECA work, teaching the other ponies about Christ, although not very many other ponies shared his religious zeal. Inquisitor took his religious obligation very seriously, and made it his number one priority; as a matter of fact, Inquisitor had spent so much time reading the Bible and teaching it to others, he had committed a sizable portion of it to memory.<br/><br/>The thought of his new lover joining him as one of Christ's disciples was a very pleasing thought to Inquisitor, and Inquisitor got giddy just from the very thought of it. Inquisitor, as his name and cutie mark would suggest, was infinitely devoted to his religion, never tiring of spreading the word, and nothing to him was more satisfying than to see somebody else embrace the Lord. Excitement filled Inquisitor as he expectantly gazed at his coltfriend, staring eagerly into Pitch's eyes, waiting for the unicorn to say something. Pitch was full of surprises, wonderful surprises at that, and Inquisitor found it difficult to think of anything negative in the face of all the excitement being given to him by the black unicorn next to him."
10074,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=125,2015-01-06T23:20:00,Pinki3 Pon-3,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Janet</span><br/>Janet smiled and patted the small mechs shoulder. The hug had been very surprising, but it made sense when she thought about it.<br/>""It's okay little one, we all have troubled times.""<br/>She said with a giggle before her thoughts turned serious once more.<br/>""Troubled times . . . ""<br/>She murmured quietly, unaware of just what she had predicted.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bolt Breaker</span><br/>Bolt gestured towards the estate which hid the revolutionary cell from the humans who wished them dead.<br/>""Market goes up at sundown, nobody runs it. Independent stores, free lots.""<br/>Bolt replied gruffly, the muffler on Bolt's gas mask doing its job of concealing the pony's identity quite admirably. Bolt turned away abruptly, motioning for Silent to follow.<br/>""I'll take you to some of the other marketeers. We don't have much, but we need to get what we have to the ponies and humans that need it.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">For everyone</span><br/>From the center of the city a bright spear of white light shot up into the skies, all across the city, across the plains and plantations, unicorns everywhere were hit by the same telepathic message. A formless figure appeared in their mind's eye and spoke. Its voice was loud, harsh and sounded as if it came from a damaged vocaliser.<br/>""THE WORLD AS YOU KNOW IT IS OVER. . . THE TIME OF THE CITY IS UPON YOU. TELL YOUR MASTERS, YOUR REBEL FRIENDS. TELL THEM TO ACCEPT THIS CHANGE PEACEFULLY . . . OR WE SHALL BE SURE TO MAKE IT AN AGONIZING DEATH. YOU SHALL HEAR FROM US AGAIN SOON.""<br/>And, just as suddenly as it had come, the vision vanished. The beam of light collapsed into the city core once more. The air around the city seemed to fill with energy and suspense. A building, violent intent. Then, with no warning, the city shook. The tremor was only a single pulse from the core, but yet it was enough to send ponies and humans alike sprawling. Glasses and crockery shattered in kitchens. A dirigible broke free of its tether, causing it to drift aimlessly through the sky. Janet looked up from Cinder, immediately forgetting her happiness as her paranoia came true. Bolt Breaker stopped dead, quietly cursing all the ancestors."
10075,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=125,2015-01-07T00:19:00,Sungai Pusat,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pinki3 Pon-3 <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322712&amp;p=23053596#p23053596"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bolt Breaker</span><br/>Bolt gestured towards the estate which hid the revolutionary cell from the humans who wished them dead.<br/>""Market goes up at sundown, nobody runs it. Independent stores, free lots.""<br/>Bolt replied gruffly, the muffler on Bolt's gas mask doing its job of concealing the pony's identity quite admirably. Bolt turned away abruptly, motioning for Silent to follow.<br/>""I'll take you to some of the other marketeers. We don't have much, but we need to get what we have to the ponies and humans that need it.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Silent nodded slowly, mumbling to himself an incoherent string of vulgarities, his eyes cast down to the ground.<br/><br/>""Hmm?""<br/><br/>He pulled his head up as Bolt mentioned the lack of supplies, nodding slowly as he shook his head, now keeping a stoic expression on his face. ""No worries. My game involves no resource of their own, but rather the potential of gaining some of mine.""<br/><br/>At this time, he trotted in the way that Bolt motioned for him to.<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div><span style=""font-weight: bold"">For everyone</span><br/>From the center of the city a bright spear of white light shot up into the skies, all across the city, across the plains and plantations, unicorns everywhere were hit by the same telepathic message. A formless figure appeared in their mind's eye and spoke. Its voice was loud, harsh and sounded as if it came from a damaged vocaliser.<br/>""THE WORLD AS YOU KNOW IT IS OVER. . . THE TIME OF THE CITY IS UPON YOU. TELL YOUR MASTERS, YOUR REBEL FRIENDS. TELL THEM TO ACCEPT THIS CHANGE PEACEFULLY . . . OR WE SHALL BE SURE TO MAKE IT AN AGONIZING DEATH. YOU SHALL HEAR FROM US AGAIN SOON.""<br/>And, just as suddenly as it had come, the vision vanished. The beam of light collapsed into the city core once more. The air around the city seemed to fill with energy and suspense. A building, violent intent. Then, with no warning, the city shook. The tremor was only a single pulse from the core, but yet it was enough to send ponies and humans alike sprawling. Glasses and crockery shattered in kitchens. A dirigible broke free of its tether, causing it to drift aimlessly through the sky. Janet looked up from Cinder, immediately forgetting her happiness as her paranoia came true. Bolt Breaker stopped dead, quietly cursing all the ancestors.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Silent blinked, a hoof being his only shield from what was to come.<br/><br/>Shivering ever so slightly, he lowered his hoof to witness... nothing.<br/><br/>Nothing had occurred. Apart from the collapse of the beam of light.<br/><br/>""Wha-"" Then, the ground shook, causing Silent to press his hooves hard against the ground, looking at the city's core with a great deal of fear lingering in his eyes from the initial shock.<br/><br/>Swiftly, he turned his head to Bolt, his body threatening to shake with every word he said.<br/><br/>""Did you see that?!"""
10076,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=125,2015-01-07T00:20:00,Tribenicha,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Césaire</span><br/><br/>Césaire watched on as the light pierced the sky. Faster and birghter than anything he had seen in his life... far beating the site of when he saw Leistung burning... and that city burned for a week.<br/><br/>(I saw the sky beckon and receive. As if the gods themsevles demanded it.)<br/>""J'ai vu le ciel invitent et il reçu. Comme si les dieux eux-mêmes l'exigeait."" He muttered to himself as he stood still, frozen upon the shy ground.<br/><br/>Soon, the light fell back down to the Earth in an instant.<br/><br/>(Terra was incapable to provide and the gods rejected.<br/>""Terra était incapable de fournir et les Dieux refusée.""<br/><br/>Suddenly, the large blast of energy erupted in the city, echoing all the way out to Césaire. The shockwave flew through the air, shaking the ground about slightly, almost knocking Césaire off of his feet. If it were not the simple shockwave, he would have easily fallen onto the ground.<br/><br/>(The dissapproval of the gods echoed for ages)<br/>""La désapprobation de Dieu écho pour les âges.""<br/><br/>Soon, all settled down. The land ceased it's shaking for now... Though, the city still seemed distressed, even at this distance.<br/><br/>""Nickel..."" He stated his horse's name, quickly realizing that she may be dangerously close to the source of the event.<br/><br/>(Shit)<br/>""Merde.""<br/><br/>He then broke off, moving as fast as his body could allow."
10077,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=125,2015-01-07T03:39:00,The Flutterlands,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Pitch Black</span><br/><br/>Pitch smiled broadly, and continued to hold Inquisitor's hoof. The black unicorn couldn't have guessed that he would enjoy the feeling of another stallion's (never mind Inquisitor's) hoof, this much. The black stallion didn't mind waiting till they're one day married before they can be intimate, even though that time seems to be an age away, with what's happening. After all, Pitch saw himself as a rather patient pony, being able to wait four years to plan out how to kill his masters, something that Pitch found, to his horrors, to be regretting, at this very moment.<br/><br/>Suddenly, a sharp pain struck Pitch's head out of nowhere, and he grunted in agony. Placing a free hoof on his head, while holding tightly to Inquisitor, he saw a strange figure appear before him, speaking of the end of the world in a harsh, yet distorted voice. ""W-what?"" Pitch managed to mutter, not understanding what it all meant. Then his fears began grow as the voice spoke of them suffering an agonizingly painful death. He feared for himself and his fellow ponies, but feared for Inquisitor, his unexpected lover, even more. Pitch gasped when the voice released him, and he shuddred a bit before looking back at Inquisitor with a face of pure dread. However, the black unicorn gasped as the ground started shaking and light began pouring in from the windows, and he immediately both of his hoofs, tightly around Inquisitor. ""W-what's happening?"" he yelled over the loud shaking and the noise from the clanking pans in the kitchen."
10078,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=125,2015-01-07T07:55:00,Fascist Russian Empire,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Inquisitor</span><br/><br/>Inquisitor found himself interrupted from his loving moment with Pitch Black as blindingly bright light poured into the building, prompting Inquisitor to cover his eyes with his free hoof. Of course, Inquisitor was a pegasus, and didn't get the threatening telepathic message that the unicorns did, but Inquisitor certainly saw the bright light. Inquisitor felt a bit of relief when the light finally died down, imagining it to simply be some unicorn casting an obnoxious spell of some sort, only to be interrupted again by the ground beginning to shake. Inquisitor was really not particularly afraid of the ground shaking, holding no fear of earthquakes, but could easily notice Pitch's fears and returned Pitch's tight embrace, in an attempt to calm the unicorn down a bit.<br/><br/>""Relax, it's just an earthquake, and not even a particularly strong earthquake. It'll be over in a matter of minutes, just relax, Pitch."" Inquisitor said to Pitch, speaking louder than usual so that Pitch could hear him over the rumbling, although not quite loud enough to be considered shouting. Inquisitor didn't have even the slightest clue that the City had caused the earthquake, since he wasn't a unicorn and didn't receive the telepathic message, so as far as Inquisitor was concerned, the ground shaking was just an ordinary earthquake. However, in spite of his own lack of fear, he could easily notice that Pitch was fearful, and tried his best to reassure his newfound lover, keeping him in a tight and caring embrace."
10079,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=125,2015-01-07T13:13:00,The Flutterlands,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Pitch Black</span><br/><br/>Pitch sighed in relief when the earthquake ceased, but Inquisitor's words did little to help. It wasn't that the black stallion was afraid of earthquakes, but it was the telepathic words that scared him. ""I-inquisitor,"" he said, ""D-didn't you hear that?"" Those words..."" Pitch remained silent for a moment, assuming that Inquisitor<span style=""font-style: italic"">didn't</span>hear the words that he heard. ""The world as we know it... will end..."" he said, repeating what he has heard, ""The time of the city is upon us. ...We should accept this change peacefully... or suffer an agonizing death..."""
10080,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=125,2015-01-07T13:25:00,Fascist Russian Empire,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Inquisitor</span><br/><br/>Inquisitor couldn't help but feel rather confused at what Pitch Black uttered; having not heard the telepathic message, Inquisitor felt less fearful and more simply confused from hearing the message conveyed through Pitch. ""I beg your pardon? Did I not get the memo or something? You obviously know something I don't, because I didn't hear anything of the sort."" Inquisitor said, rather confusedly, not having any idea just what the hell Pitch was going on about. For all he knew, Pitch had gone crazy and was uttering nonsense; it would make sense, considering how the unicorn suddenly started feeling romantically inclined towards him, although Inquisitor would never have the audacity to say anything of the sort to Pitch. Inquisitor took a quick look around the area, to see if Pitch had noticed something Inquisitor hadn't, but the only thing out of the ordinary that Inquisitor saw was the damage caused by the shaking of the ground. Finding no evidence to suggest that anything was out of the ordinary, aside from the whole flash of light and earthquake thing, Inquisitor simply stared at Pitch, waiting for some kind of explanation."
10081,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=125,2015-01-07T14:00:00,The Flutterlands,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Pitch Black</span><br/><br/>Pitch shook his head. ""I-i don't know."" he said, ""There was this great pain in my head, and I heard a voice tell me that. I feared your safety rather than my own."" The black stallion looked at Inquisitor, and began to realize that his coltfriend thought that he was mad. ""I-i'm NOT crazy or anything."" said Pitch, worriedly, ""I<span style=""font-style: italic"">did</span>hear a voice. ...Perhaps... Perhaps it was from another unicorn. I'm well aware that there are certain unicorns that have obtained the power of telepathy. Unfortunately, this power can only be used on<span style=""font-style: italic"">other</span>unicorns."" The black stallion sighed and pondered on the telepathic words, while he waited for Inquisitor to respond."
10082,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=125,2015-01-07T14:55:00,Fascist Russian Empire,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Inquisitor</span><br/><br/>""Unicorns can use telepathy, but only on other unicorns? Well, that's certainly news to me; that definitely explains you hearing something I didn't. And this telepathic voice you heard, it conveyed some message about death and destruction, and the like? Why a unicorn, or any pony for that matter, would proclaim some kind of apocalypse against the abolitionist movement on behalf of the City, I'll never know. In any case, I don't suppose it really matters; it's obvious that the slavers have a high opinion of themselves, their arrogance and narcissism being evident for all to see. Their overconfidence will be their downfall, underestimating their foes, I assure you; pride comes before the fall, I tell you. Don't buy into their cocky nonsense; they can act as tough as they want, but it's nothing more than a charade caused by overconfidence and pride. If the City really could destroy the abolitionist movement that easily, they would have done so a very long time ago. They-, say, I'm not talking too much, am I?"" Inquisitor ranted to Pitch.<br/><br/>Inquisitor found it odd that the City managed to send out a telepathic message, and wondered just how exactly they convinced a unicorn to do it, or if they even used a unicorn at all to do it, but tried not to worry too much about it. Inquisitor figured that if the City had a weapon capable of causing mass destruction and destroying SECA in a quick time frame, they would have used it as soon as SECA started being a problem, rather than waiting this long to unveil it. As far as Inquisitor was concerned, the little telepathic broadcast from the City was nothing more than propaganda and lies from the slavers. Needless to say, Inquisitor wasn't afraid. Frankly, not many things actually frightened Inquisitor; Inquisitor, knowing that the Lord was protecting him, feared very little, and was among the bravest in SECA."
10083,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=125,2015-01-07T15:03:00,The Flutterlands,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Pitch Black</span><br/><br/>Pitch sighed and nodded. Perhaps, Inquisitor was right, and that there's no need to worry. However, the total suddenness of the telepathic message concerned him. ""Do you think we should report this to Bolt Breaker?"" he asked, ""I don't think this only concerns SECA, but also our enemies. The voice also said to tell our masters, and our rebel friends."" The black unicorn sulked his head. Deep down inside, he still could care less if anything were to become of the humans, still hating them so for what they have done to the ponies, and how they treated them. However, since that this affects both humans<span style=""font-style: italic"">and</span>ponies alike, Pitch became gravely worried."
10084,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=125,2015-01-07T15:26:00,Fascist Russian Empire,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Inquisitor</span><br/><br/>Inquisitor scoffed when Pitch suggested they report the incident to Bolt Breaker. ""That is exactly what the slavers<span style=""font-style: italic"">want</span>us to do; they want to spread fear, and demoralize the opposition with lies and propaganda. Don't bother giving them the satisfaction. The last thing SECA needs is panic and fear inspired by some far fetched threats by the damned slavers."" Inquisitor said, entirely unconvinced. The probability of the slavers actually having some kind of doomsday weapon was virtually non-existent, and Inquisitor wasn't going to panic because of the far fetched chance that the slavers actually did have some kind of super weapon capable of destroying SECA. ""However, we should probably go check up on the others, and make sure nobody got hurt during that whole earthquake thing. Some people might have been wounded, and Bolt Breaker might need help tending to the injured."" Inquisitor suggested after a moment of thought."
10085,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=125,2015-01-07T15:32:00,The Flutterlands,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Pitch Black</span><br/><br/>Pitch nodded. Perhaps Inquisitor was right, and absolutely no need for a panic. However, Pitch thought about the earthquake and the blinding light. The fact that the telepathic voice, the earthquake, and the blinding light, happening all at once, couldn't have been a coincidence. The more Pitch thought about it the more it concerned him. Nonetheless, the black unicorn ultimately decided to follow Inquisitor's advice and let the whole thing go. He got up, leaving his food behind with the intention of returning to finish it later, and headed into the room where Bolt Breaker and Janet was to check on them. ""Is anypony alright?"" Pitch asked as he entered the room, ""That was some earthquake wasn't it?"""
10086,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=150,2015-01-07T15:54:00,Fascist Russian Empire,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Inquisitor</span><br/><br/>Inquisitor followed after Pitch Black, staying significantly closer to his lover than he would any other pony; it wasn't very inconspicuous, and was a bit of an obvious give away that he and Pitch had gotten rather close in the time that they had been away from the rest of the group, but chances were that most of the others would be too busy worrying about the whole earthquake thing to pay any attention to Pitch and Inquisitor, and even if they did notice, Inquisitor didn't care about the judgment of the others. Inquisitor had gotten plenty of flak from the others, from everything from his belief that humans and ponies could live together in harmony to his religious zeal; he had gotten used to it, and it hardly bothered him, so it wasn't like Inquisitor feared being mocked because of his newfound relationship with Pitch Black.<br/><br/>""Was any real damage caused by the earthquake? If so, is there any way for me to help out?"" Inquisitor asked Bolt Breaker as he and Pitch Black got back to the main group. Inquisitor was hardly worried about the slavers, but he was actually worried about somepony getting hurt because of the ground shaking; Inquisitor, in spite of some of the differences between himself and the rest of SECA, cared quite a bit about his comrades. It wasn't like he could help much, considering the fact that he didn't have medical training, but Inquisitor still felt he should offer to help anybody who had gotten hurt; it was a habit of his, helping those in need. Inquisitor had a very much so kind and charitable heart, and he simply couldn't sit idly by and ignore those in need. Even if he risked his own life in the process, Inquisitor thought it was worth it to do whatever he could to help others in need, Inquisitor taking his morality very seriously."
10087,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=150,2015-01-07T16:08:00,Pinki3 Pon-3,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Seca headquarters</span><br/>A young, pale green unicorn filly staggered down the stairs. She was a daughter from a pair of unicorns that had been emancipated from a particularly harsh nobleman. Her parents were in the field at the moment. She looked around the room with wide blue eyes, trying to find someone she knew. They were relatively new to the group, but they were fiercely loyal to the cause. She looked around once more before trotting nervously over to Pitch and Inquisitor.<br/>""I . . . Umm . . . Sorry misters . . .""<br/>She murmured quietly, trembling from fear. When she saw them begin moving outside she looked down at the floor quietly.<br/>""Must have been too soft.""<br/>She said to herself before following them quietly. When she saw Bolt Breaker she dashed forward to hug the somewhat familiar pony tight.<br/>Bolt Breaker looked immediately from Inquisitor to the little filly.<br/>""I . . . I . . . I had a dream. But I was awake . . . A-a-and the-the thing! It said, it said that the town was going to hurt us and . . . ""<br/>She rambled on through tears while Bolt Breaker wrapped a pair of scarred hooves around the filly.<br/>""Its okay Wheat Grass. Nobody will hurt you ever again okay?""<br/>Bolt said softly to the little filly, holding her tight while gently drying her tears with wings. She looked up at him and nodded quietly. Bolt Breaker turned the empty sockets of the gas mask to gaze upon Inquisitor and Pitch.<br/>""Nobody here got hurt. We didn't get hit very hard. But I have a job for us to do. All 3 of us.""<br/>Bolt muttered before gently placing Wheat Grass on his back to carry the little filly to a bed. It was still daylight but she looked like rest would be good.<br/><br/>Later Bolt returned to Inquisitor, Pitch and Silent Gust (if he hadn't moved yet),<br/>""Lemon and Sweet Grass, that little filly's parents, were in the field at the time of the tremor. More importantly, they were staking out the core. We need to make sure they're safe.""<br/>Bolt said in a no nonsense way."
10088,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=150,2015-01-07T18:09:00,Fascist Russian Empire,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Inquisitor</span><br/><br/>Inquisitor was somewhat caught off guard at the arrival of a filly he hadn't seen before, identified by Bolt Breaker as<span style=""font-style: italic"">Wheat Grass</span>. He was further surprised to hear Bolt Breaker say that they needed to find her parents, something he hadn't expected to need to do. ""Well, I suppose that's simple enough."" Inquisitor said in response to Bolt Breaker's briefing. He had expected at least one pony to get hurt, but he hadn't expected to need to conduct an extraction mission to find and rescue a filly's parents. Of course, Inquisitor didn't exactly mind doing it, he was just caught off guard.<br/><br/>""Oh, and, Bolt Breaker, this might not be the best time, but I would just like to apologize for my earlier outbursts; I realize now that it was out of place and inappropriate. And, um, as for what I said about not wanting to go on any more missions with Pitch Black, please disregard what I said; I changed my mind. As a matter of fact, if it isn't too much to ask, I'd actually like you to assign Pitch and I on more missions together in the future."" Inquisitor said in a rather hushed voice to Bolt Breaker; he felt as though he really ought to apologize for the scene he had created earlier, and, of course, he would rather not have Bolt Breaker heed his earlier request to not work with Pitch Black anymore."
10089,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=150,2015-01-07T18:47:00,Sungai Pusat,"<blockquote><div><cite>Fascist Russian Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322712&amp;p=23060223#p23060223"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Inquisitor</span><br/><br/>Inquisitor followed after Pitch Black, staying significantly closer to his lover than he would any other pony; it wasn't very inconspicuous, and was a bit of an obvious give away that he and Pitch had gotten rather close in the time that they had been away from the rest of the group, but chances were that most of the others would be too busy worrying about the whole earthquake thing to pay any attention to Pitch and Inquisitor, and even if they did notice, Inquisitor didn't care about the judgment of the others. Inquisitor had gotten plenty of flak from the others, from everything from his belief that humans and ponies could live together in harmony to his religious zeal; he had gotten used to it, and it hardly bothered him, so it wasn't like Inquisitor feared being mocked because of his newfound relationship with Pitch Black.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Silent Gust, at that point, had arrived at the headquarters from the fields that they were in. His steps were always small, light as he fumbled a little with every move. Turning to Pitch and Inquisitor, his eyes widened, trotting towards them even as he moved in a shaky manner.<br/><br/>""Are you two alright?"" He blurted, the stoic look on his face flying away, before turning his attention to Bolt shortly after.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Pinki3 Pon-3 <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322712&amp;p=23060415#p23060415"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Seca headquarters</span><br/>Later Bolt returned to Inquisitor, Pitch and Silent Gust (if he hadn't moved yet),<br/>""Lemon and Sweet Grass, that little filly's parents, were in the field at the time of the tremor. More importantly, they were staking out the core. We need to make sure they're safe."" <br/>Bolt said in a no nonsense way.</div></blockquote><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Fascist Russian Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322712&amp;p=23061746#p23061746"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Inquisitor</span><br/><br/>Inquisitor was somewhat caught off guard at the arrival of a filly he hadn't seen before, identified by Bolt Breaker as <span style=""font-style: italic"">Wheat Grass</span>. He was further surprised to hear Bolt Breaker say that they needed to find her parents, something he hadn't expected to need to do. ""Well, I suppose that's simple enough."" Inquisitor said in response to Bolt Breaker's briefing. He had expected at least one pony to get hurt, but he hadn't expected to need to conduct an extraction mission to find and rescue a filly's parents. Of course, Inquisitor didn't exactly mind doing it, he was just caught off guard.<br/><br/>""Oh, and, Bolt Breaker, this might not be the best time, but I would just like to apologize for my earlier outbursts; I realize now that it was out of place and inappropriate. And, um, as for what I said about not wanting to go on any more missions with Pitch Black, please disregard what I said; I changed my mind. As a matter of fact, if it isn't too much to ask, I'd actually like you to assign Pitch and I on more missions together in the future."" Inquisitor said in a rather hushed voice to Bolt Breaker; he felt as though he really ought to apologize for the scene he had created earlier, and, of course, he would rather not have Bolt Breaker heed his earlier request to not work with Pitch Black anymore.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Silent simply nodded, having no real response yet, as he glanced back to Bolt.<br/><br/>""Yes, it will be."" He chuckled, returning to a more blank look as he kept a frown on.<br/><br/>""But... how would I be able to help? At least, as far as you-"" He pointed to Bolt, ""-know about me?"" He then pointed to himself, eyes briefly turning to Inquisitor and Pitch before going back to face Bolt."
10090,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=150,2015-01-07T18:48:00,Pinki3 Pon-3,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bolt Breaker</span><br/>Bolt Breaker nodded hurriedly, moving with determination back to his previous standing spot.<br/>""Okay, that's great. Apology accepted. I'll be sure to keep you two busy together then.""<br/>Bolt Breaker muttered, trying to think of a way to get this entire plan rolling. Bolt had left one of the medics to look after Wheat Grass for the time being.<br/>""Listen up, most of our operatives are in disguise personas right now. Aid for them is a negative, the earthquake was minor, any reports of injuries or such will be handled by the cities normal medical units. Lemon Grass and Sweet Grass were stationed in the junkyard today. The area is relatively unsecured, but due to its proximity to the core, and that massive beam of light, I can only assume they will be in trouble.""<br/>Bolt stopped there, glancing around at the group before resting the scratched glass gaze of the gas mask on Pitch.<br/>""Pitch, what's wrong with you?""<br/>Bolt asked bluntly, the stallion looked shaken and Bolt didn't want any flakers on this mission. Bolt looked across to Silent,<br/>""You're alive aren't you? That's all the qualifications you need."""
10091,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=150,2015-01-08T04:34:00,Sungai Pusat,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pinki3 Pon-3 <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322712&amp;p=23062208#p23062208"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bolt Breaker</span><br/>Bolt Breaker nodded hurriedly, moving with determination back to his previous standing spot.<br/>""Okay, that's great. Apology accepted. I'll be sure to keep you two busy together then.""<br/>Bolt Breaker muttered, trying to think of a way to get this entire plan rolling. Bolt had left one of the medics to look after Wheat Grass for the time being. <br/>""Listen up, most of our operatives are in disguise personas right now. Aid for them is a negative, the earthquake was minor, any reports of injuries or such will be handled by the cities normal medical units. Lemon Grass and Sweet Grass were stationed in the junkyard today. The area is relatively unsecured, but due to its proximity to the core, and that massive beam of light, I can only assume they will be in trouble.""<br/>Bolt stopped there, glancing around at the group before resting the scratched glass gaze of the gas mask on Pitch.<br/>""Pitch, what's wrong with you?""<br/>Bolt asked bluntly, the stallion looked shaken and Bolt didn't want any flakers on this mission. Bolt looked across to Silent,<br/>""You're alive aren't you? That's all the qualifications you need.""</div></blockquote><br/>Silent nodded slowly, a slight frown finding its way across his face. He sighed, shaking his head, turning to face Pitch briefly before going back to Bolt, his frown deepening as he spoke.<br/><br/>""Well, simple question: What of the two ponies being in trouble can we help in if we have no plan? Did you not tell them where to go? Do you not have any clue as to what might be in the junkyard?"""
10092,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=150,2015-01-08T11:47:00,New Babylonia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Aurora</span><br/><br/>Aurora stopped mid step. Paused first by the large light, frozen by the message it conveyed. As it dimmed, and her mind regained control, she quite casually brushed the message away. ""Pfft, 'oh no surrender o i'll wreak destruction'. Please, you can only shoot one color of light, such an amateur. At least have the decency to learn a few things before picking your fights. Is that one color beam gonna kill us all? Hah, i can make a real light show. Why, just you watch..."" She rolled her eyes, and closed them. Focusing, speaking softly under her breath, her horn began to glow. A straight line of color - an out-of-place magic, if it were indeed that, slowly stretched to the tip. Vibrant in its colors, flexing and waving in the space it held, until it touched the tip. A small spark flashed, her horn became enveloped in rings of the light, all changing their color, and never were two the same at one time. They looked like a light, one most probably unseen by many of those who walked around her. She would never forget the day she first saw it, when she was young. Nor the day, when, by sheer accident, she created it. A practiced and learned ability now, it served as little else other than a fancy light show. Perhaps it could be used to blind people, but the time it took to pull it off made such use a bit illogical to say the least. The light fluctuations became faster, changing almost every fraction of a second. At her tip, a small ball of the same light had grown, it too changing just as quickly. Aurora knew the spell was near completion. ""Auroras Borealis...."" Two words, caused the light to fuse together and tear from its tether to her body, into the sky. A small shock-wave from the sudden burst of energy alarmed all in the area, moreso with its sound than its force. If anyone had blinked, they would have missed the short time it took the beam to reach the clouds above. But they wouldn't miss what came after it, the clouds flashed an aqua green. Almost immediately after, the Aurora Borealis itself began dancing through the skies above them, its colors changing slowly, calmly, and beautifully.<br/><br/>Aurora giggled happily at seeing her spell fire off successfully again. It took time, and even to this day much her of focus to use it. But the end result, was truly worth it. ""Now, THAT is how you get people's attention with light. I hope you took notes."" She smirked in the direction from which the telepathic light came, and continued forward. Ahead, just far enough she couldn't make out faces, she saw a group of ponies, a human, and others. Seeing Unicorns among them, they heard the message too. Though, seeing a human in this part of the city, was -to her knowledge, strange indeed. Perhaps he might know, or one of them may even know, where exactly to send her.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Silent Thunder</span><br/><br/>""Alright, everyone ready? This isn't just a normal raid, there's a party in there. 40-50 people. Try to kill all of them. All weapons loaded, safety off, don't fire until you reach the side of the house. Break open the windows first, remember that. Windows, grenades, and then let loose with the automatics."" Silent glanced around to be sure that everyone was listening. This was the biggest thing he'd aimed for doing yet. There were 13 of them, now, two more had accidentally stumbled into a meeting. They were given a choice, join them in arms, or die by them.<br/>""With that out of the way ---"" Everyone stopped and gazed at the same thing, a beam of light charging into the sky. And every unicorn among them froze completely. The light faded, and they all looked at Silent. ""Hmph, time of the city huh? I think someone has their calendar messed up."" He looked across the dozen faces around him, all uncertain, save Firefly's. ""It's the time of a revolution, i think. That sounds about right, we know our calendar isn't wrong. It's time we kick these humans out of power. Time we smack them into their place with the ponies. For the true master of these races, is us. We are neither, we are both. Everything good of each combined. There's a word for that; perfection. Now, let's show our guests here what perfection is like when you mess with it. Take your positions."" Without hesitation, he was the first to leave the cover they'd taken and sprint towards the large house. Firefly, of course, right behind him, others dividing up into their assigned teams of three. Hugging the wall, and peaking over a window, it was confirmed. No guards. No weapons. Just dozens of 'innocent' defenseless people.<br/><br/>Silent turned to Firefly, and nodded. She nodded in return, and pulled a flare gun from her boot, launching it into the air. They waited, just as they were told, 8 seconds after it was launched. At once, windows on each side of the house shattered open, and explosives thrown them. Another pause, waiting until they detonated, and taking their place in the window. Even Silent had, for this occasion alone, carried an assault rifle with him. May as well, it was most effective, and the damned things weren't cheap. The orders were simple, in the smoke filled rooms, two magazines. After that, through the windows, and the house, kill anyone remaining. He couldn't see a damned thing he was spraying, but he could hear the screams. A familiar melody that brought a happy grin to his face. *ping* Click, drop, reload. The second magazine began punching out into the invisible darkness beyond the smoke, screams still coming from those who were left alive. *ping* Click, drop, reload. Through the windows, almost instantly pistol shots rang out. It was ordered to execute survivors with sidearms, spare the ammunition of the main weapons. One of Silent's own pistols quickly found itself in hand, and firing away at any target with any sign of life in it. In a few small spots, he couldn't help but laugh. The bodies stacked such that to walk by, he would have to step onto them. Stopping at the stairs, the four groups met up. He motioned to Firefly, who motioned to five others, and lead them up the stairs. The occasional shot would be heard, the scream, a beg for mercy. All was ignored. He remained downstairs, watching out the window.<br/><br/>This operation was by no means quiet, and making sure they were caught was imperative. All he wanted left behind, were the bodies and shell casings. Just as quickly as they had rushed up, Firefly seemed to bring them back down.<br/>""Building clear.""<br/><br/>""Let's get the hell out then."" He casually kicked open the front door, and ran out, sprinting immediately for cover. No one took hesitation in following him, and they safely made it to a line of trees.<br/>""Everyone have the maps with the safe routes back to setup?"" A consensus of nods. Everything had gone exactly as planned. Perfection. Just as he had said it. ""Let's go home then, no one goes alone.""<br/><br/>""What about you?""<br/><br/>""I'll make it just fine, don't you worry."" Silent started off on his own path immediately after, not looking back to see the others."
10093,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=150,2015-01-08T13:43:00,Pinki3 Pon-3,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Hunter</span><br/>The brazen hound lifted its optical sensors to the sky, inspecting the multi-coloured light. This was different to the beam. The beam had been classified as off limits. This though, was undampened magic. Uncollared unicorns were part of the Hunter mech's prey. The canine shaped mech bounded along the street, its steam powered piston mechanisms pounding along the cobblestones towards the source of the light. It emerged from a side alley shortly afterwards, lunging for Aurora's legs with its razor sharp teeth."
10094,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=150,2015-01-10T15:42:00,The Flutterlands,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Pitch Black</span><br/><br/>Pitch looked around while staying close to his new lover, Inquisitor. He happy that at least nopony in the HQ was hurt. However, he was gravely concerned when he heard from the unicorn filly, Wheat Grass, that she had a dream. The black stallion began to have the feeling that the filly might have had the same telepathic message as he had, and that something rotten was a work, and he didn't like it one bit. Pitch also became worried with the possibility that ponies working in the mines and near the core, could be in grave danger. ""I-i'm fine."" said the black unicorn, looking at Bolt Breaker, ""It's just that I, too, had a dream, similar to Wheat Grass. Weird, huh? ...Anyway, I too wish to apologize about earlier, and wish to recontinue partnership with Inquisitor."" Pitch smiled at Wheat Grass. ""Don't worry little one."" he said, ""We'll make sure that your parents are alright."""
10095,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=150,2015-01-10T15:54:00,Fascist Russian Empire,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Inquisitor</span><br/><br/>""Right, well, let's get this show on the road. If miss Wheat Grass's parents are in any danger, then dilly-dallying sure as hell isn't going to help them any. The sooner we can go in and rescue them from whatever danger they're in, the less chance there is of them getting hurt."" Inquisitor said, rather bluntly, to Bolt Breaker, partially out of his desire to be a knight in shining armor and help the filly's parents and partially just because he was hoping to get some more alone time with Pitch Black on the way. Inquisitor didn't particularly like inaction, or standing around and doing nothing while ponies were being hurt; it just wasn't in his nature to ignore ponies in trouble, and Inquisitor couldn't help but feel bad for Wheat Grass, hoping that she wouldn't have to go through the pain of being orphaned, something that Inquisitor himself had experienced."
10096,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=150,2015-01-10T18:34:00,Pinki3 Pon-3,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bolt Breaker</span><br/>Bolt Breaker released a long, tired sigh when Silent attacked the supposed lack of a plan.<br/>""I literally . . . Just told you you were coming along. Do you mind firstly, giving me time to at least get the lot of you ready? Secondly, these questions, there is a time and place for them. Not here, and not now.""<br/>Bolt barked moodily at Silent. The pegasus was beginning to develop a headache from the constant string of problems and questions the others seemed to deem important. Bolt looked to Pitch in surprise when he revealed that he'd had a similar dream. It was highly unlikely that two ponies so vastly different would have the same waking dream. For now, Bolt didn't want to jump to any unnecessary conclusions. What mattered first was the Grass parents. Bolt looked around at the group critically, they were under armed to take on any bruisers, but he doubted they would encounter any on the trip.<br/>""They were staking out the western exits of the core, monitoring for drone deployments and new mechs. It hasn't been active for a while though show we should be okay. Pitch, can you teleport the 4 of us to the scrapyard or nearby?""<br/>Bolt breaker asked urgently."
10097,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=150,2015-01-10T20:02:00,Hentaline,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Kane Weaver</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Undercity</span></span><br/><br/>Kane's acquisition was near, he could almost smell it. That or it was the stink that arose from the Undercity, sweat, blood, opium, you name it.<br/><br/>If any criminal scum wanted to hide here, they would blend into the crowd like a wolf in sheep's hide.<br/><br/>Kane walked over to the bar and entered, the smell intensified tenfold, he spotted the bartender, an old anthro female, watching the fight that went on in the middle of the place, he was just as sickened as I was.<br/>""What's going on?"" Kane asked the bartender, she looked at the him with her silver metal eye gleaning in the pale light.<br/>""A drunken brawler belongin' to Stiches. So Kane, what're ya here fer?"" she asked him.<br/>""My acquisition is here, I followed his trail to this stinkpit of the city. He's a human, dark skin, but not black, has two mech hands and three upper gold teeth. Seen him anywhere?"" he asked.<br/>""Thought you said you didn't hunt people, what happened?"" she smirked.<br/>Kane scoffed, ""I'm not hunting a person, I'm hunting an acquisition. Once a chump like this guy has a bounty, he's no longer a person, just hard merchandise.""<br/>""Keep telling yourself that, you just set up those rules for yourself just so you don't feel guilty about killing or turning them in. How much is this guy anyway?"" she asked him.<br/>""30,000 Orion.""<br/>She whistled, ""Holy smokes this guy must be pretty bad, h-""<br/>They heard a scream and a small bloody object landed near Kane's elbow.<br/>""What the-""<br/>""Poor guy just lost his other ear, time to break it up?""<br/>""Definitely, but you owe me,"" Kane said.<br/>""Just like every other time, I get it,"" she rolled her eye.<br/>Kane unholstered one of his pistols and pushed past the crowd, he stood at the stillgoing; he raised the gun into the air and fired.<br/>The whole crowd, even the fight stopped, ""Enough of this! If you keep this up, one of you will die and I'll have to bloody up the winner even further, so tell me, have you seen Gerard Lume anywhere?"" he yelled at the crowd before asking them the location of his acquisition.<br/>He heard the creak of wood quicken up the stairs before he turned around and fired his pistol again, this time at a mine that looked<span style=""text-decoration: underline"">exactly</span>like the man he described to the bartender.<br/>Kane slowly walked up the stairs to the whimpering man who was on the floor.<br/>""Now where would you be running off to? You don't have anywhere to hide,"" he smirked.<br/>""Please, I-I'll give you double of what your contractor would give,"" the man said quickly.<br/>""As much as it pains you, I always honor a contract,"" Kane then pulled out a dart and stuck it into the man's arm.<br/>""No... they'll kill me..."" he drifted off, Kane looked at the man.<br/>""Sorry p'all, better you than me,"" he then hoisted the man over his shoulder and walked downstairs and out the door in complete silence.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">A few hours later...</span></span><br/><br/>His mission was done, he got paid, that's done.<br/>He walked over to a plantation house, obviously seeing through it's disguise as he was already very familiar with the place for the past couple of weeks.<br/>Kane knocked on the door, ""It's me Kane, let me in."""
10098,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=150,2015-01-11T17:58:00,The Flutterlands,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Pitch Black</span><br/><br/>""I most certainly can, Sir,"" said Pitch, ""However, I'm going to have teleport you, two at a time."" The black unicorn had a full understanding of teleportation, and that the only way one could teleport someone, or something, is through physical contact. ""Unless, you all place your hooves on me, of course."" he added."
10099,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=150,2015-01-11T18:58:00,Fascist Russian Empire,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Inquisitor</span><br/><br/>""That's easy enough to do."" Inquisitor commented when Pitch Black said that they would all have to put their hooves on him in order for the unicorn to be able to teleport them all; the pegasus didn't exactly understand the reasoning behind unicorn magic, having never taken the time to learn about it, since he couldn't use magic anyway, so he didn't actually know what the hell Pitch was talking about, but he trusted Pitch's word. Feeling rather appreciative for the opportunity to touch his lover, Inquisitor placed a gentle hoof on Pitch's flank, barely resisting the urge to smile as he did so; it, like his close proximity to the stallion, was a bit of a dead giveaway of their relationship, but he didn't particularly care if the others knew. Besides, what were they going to do about it, anyway, expel two experienced members because they were in a same sex relationship?"
10100,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=150,2015-01-11T19:34:00,Sungai Pusat,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pinki3 Pon-3 <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322712&amp;p=23095420#p23095420"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bolt Breaker</span><br/>Bolt Breaker released a long, tired sigh when Silent attacked the supposed lack of a plan.<br/>""I literally . . . Just told you you were coming along. Do you mind firstly, giving me time to at least get the lot of you ready? Secondly, these questions, there is a time and place for them. Not here, and not now.""<br/>Bolt barked moodily at Silent. The pegasus was beginning to develop a headache from the constant string of problems and questions the others seemed to deem important.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Silent sighed and nodded quietly, looking away to gaze longingly at the window, peering out to the city beyond.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>The Flutterlands <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322712&amp;p=23106146#p23106146"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Pitch Black</span><br/><br/>""I most certainly can, Sir,"" said Pitch, ""However, I'm going to have teleport you, two at a time."" The black unicorn had a full understanding of teleportation, and that the only way one could teleport someone, or something, is through physical contact. ""Unless, you all place your hooves on me, of course."" he added.</div></blockquote><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Fascist Russian Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322712&amp;p=23106754#p23106754"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Inquisitor</span><br/><br/>""That's easy enough to do."" Inquisitor commented when Pitch Black said that they would all have to put their hooves on him in order for the unicorn to be able to teleport them all; the pegasus didn't exactly understand the reasoning behind unicorn magic, having never taken the time to learn about it, since he couldn't use magic anyway, so he didn't actually know what the hell Pitch was talking about, but he trusted Pitch's word. Feeling rather appreciative for the opportunity to touch his lover, Inquisitor placed a gentle hoof on Pitch's flank, barely resisting the urge to smile as he did so; it, like his close proximity to the stallion, was a bit of a dead giveaway of their relationship, but he didn't particularly care if the others knew. Besides, what were they going to do about it, anyway, expel two experienced members because they were in a same sex relationship?</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Shortly after, he turned his head back to the group and nodded at Pitch, smiling amiably.<br/><br/>""Well, that's no problem with me."" He said, his smile shrinking and contorting as he looked all over Pitch's body, his eyes glazing over him in an almost meticulous manner, holding a chuckle back at where one of the other member's hoof was.<br/><br/>Returning to a more confused expression, he looked back to Pitch and let out a soft, forced laugh.<br/><br/>""...um, where<span style=""font-style: italic"">would</span>you be comfortable with us touching you?"""
10101,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=150,2015-01-11T23:51:00,Pinki3 Pon-3,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bolt Breaker</span><br/>""Oh for pony sake!""<br/>Bolt Breaker shouted in frustration when Silent started asking about what made Pitch comfortable. Bolt couldn't have cared less where they touched Pitch, and it was doubtful Pitch felt any different. Bolt grabbed Silent's hoof and put both their hooves on Pitch's back.<br/>""GO!""<br/>Bolt yelled urgently. There was no telling what had happened at the core after the light and the tremor, what little time they had to react wasn't enough to be worrying about such trivialities."
10102,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=150,2015-01-12T16:53:00,The Flutterlands,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Pitch Black</span><br/><br/>Pitch nodded at Bolt Breaker's request. He too was getting annoyed by the new comer, Silent's constant questions, and began to find the idea of shutting him up, most pleasant. Nonetheless, within a moment, the group vanished in a green flash, and reappeared in one of the tunnels leading to the core. ""Forgive me, if we're a bit far."" said the black stallion, ""This is the closest I have been to the core."" Pitch noted that a unicorn can only teleport to a place that he or she has already been, and he recalled being in this area while in hiding after his murderous crimes.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Villefort Manor - for Pinki3</span><br/><br/>Not too faraway, Crimson Rose, an enslaved young red unicorn colt with a black mane and blue eyes got up from the floor after receiving the telepathic message. When the little colt noticed that whatever happened has stopped, and the earthquake has subsided, he called out ""Jet! Jet Black! Where are you?""<br/>""Over here!"" said a pitch black pegasus colt, about Crimson's age, crawlling from underneath a table, ""Are you okay, Crimson?""<br/>""Mhm."" said the unicorn colt, ""B-but, I think I heard a voice.""<br/>""A voice?"" asked Jet, looking confused, ""I didn't hear a voice."" Being a pegasus, Jet didn't receive the telepathic message. Nonetheless, he was concerned with his friend.<br/>""W-well..."" said Crimson, ""We should see if Master Villefort is alright."" And immediately, the little colt ran into the sitting room, calling out ""Master Villefort! Master Villefort! Are you okay?""<br/><br/>Master Jacob Villefort, was kind, generous and<span style=""font-style: italic"">rich</span>young man. He bought the two colts, Crimson Rose and Jet Black, from the slave market two years ago, and treated them more like his own sons rather than slaves. Like any father, he punished them when they were bad, and rewarded them when they were good. He gives them an education, and allows them to roam his home without clips or cuffs. Nonetheless, the two young colts were his servants, and spent a good amount of time dusting and sweeping the house along with other servants, but were allowed time to play when work was done.<br/><br/>Eventually, Crimson and Jet found Jacob Villefort in the study. ""Master Villefort! Master Villefort!"" cried Crimson, worryingly, ""Are you okay?""<br/>""That earthquake was really scary!"" said Jet."
10103,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=150,2015-01-14T08:40:00,Pinki3 Pon-3,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Master Villefort</span><br/>The young man coughed and wrestled his way out from the rubble of the ancient bookcase. The worm-eaten structure had crumbled when the shock wave ripped through the area, burying at least half the study in books and rubble. Villefort ran over to the two colts and hugged them tight, coughing out dust as he did so.<br/>""I'm fine, are you two okay? Nothing fell on you?""<br/>He asked gently as he brushed some dust off of Crimson's coat.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bolt Breaker</span><br/>Bolt Breaker paused briefly upon arriving and searched for the exit to the tunnel.<br/>""We need to get to the surface, quickly now.""<br/>Bolt said while tapping the walls with scarred hooves, feeling for any access panels to the tunnel. A softly glowing crystal appeared as Bolt's hoof hovered over a section of the wall.<br/>""Aha!""<br/>Bolt exclaimed. The panel Bolt pressed released a service ladder, opening up into the scrapyard on the outside of the Core. Nearby a pale yellow mare was pinned below a collapsed tower of metal that must have been wedged in amongst the scrap. Her green stallion struggled tirelessly, working against the tower to free his beloved. His horn glowed as he flung a chunk of scrap at a nearby surveillance drone."
10104,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=150,2015-01-14T12:24:00,New Babylonia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pinki3 Pon-3 <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322712&amp;p=23069529#p23069529"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Hunter</span><br/>The brazen hound lifted its optical sensors to the sky, inspecting the multi-coloured light. This was different to the beam. The beam had been classified as off limits. This though, was undampened magic. Uncollared unicorns were part of the Hunter mech's prey. The canine shaped mech bounded along the street, its steam powered piston mechanisms pounding along the cobblestones towards the source of the light. It emerged from a side alley shortly afterwards, lunging for Aurora's legs with its razor sharp teeth.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Aurora</span><br/><br/>Aurora's ear twitched at a a familiar sound. Heavy machinery moving, moving quickly, she could hear the valves turning and the steam breathing, the pistons beating. She turned, out of natural curiosity, only to stare into the fear of a mechanical beast aiming to end her. In panic, fire and water combined, a cloud of steam surrounding her, frantically stepping back and stumbling, the power of adrenaline making the weight of such heavy armor irrelevant as she charged away down the street, watching behind her, the beast she expected to chase. Her horn prepared, teleport may be her only way out of this.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Silent Thunder</span><br/><br/>""The hell do these things even do?"" As was usually the case, Silent had left Firefly to do the explaining. This time, on a small device he'd created. A wrist band, with a small screen, an enchanted stone to keep it connected with the others, and a small panel for translation. Made to keep them all in contact, when far apart, or silence was necessary. ""They keep us in contact, the left panel is the code translator, the buttons below the screen are the keys that send codes, the screen displays them. Simple enough?"" Firefly rolled her eyes and walking off, knowing none of them were so clueless as to miss that. Needing some sort of mental relief after that, she headed down the stairs of the house turned into their headquarters, to their basement.<br/><br/>The basement was Silent's lab, while he seemed like your average terrorist organization leader, brutal, tactical, and excellent leader, he was actually quite the scientist and inventor. Firefly, of course, as his lieutenant was the only one allowed down there, or even knew that's where his lab actually was. She pondered, as she stepped softly down the stairs, what he'd been doing. As of recently, he'd spent most of his time in there, with the rest of them inactively living as if normal. Though, he would probably just hide whatever he was working on again. A sound... what was that... spinning glass? Firefly rushed down the rest of the steps and turned to look at a very focused silent. To his left, in a half circle, a number of chalkboards. Infused with curiosity, she moved to view them.<span style=""font-style: italic"">What the fuck....</span>She was use to seeing complex science and algorithms from him by now, but this... was different. It looked, almost, like a new science. A mix of biology, engineering, magic, genetics, and that's just what she could recognize.<br/><br/>""So, uh, what are you doing...?"" She kept her distance, at this point, a bit concerned she was talking to a scientist gone mad. For all she knew he might've created a working laser. Silent chuckled, obviously exhausted, tired, and gone a bit haywire from it.<br/><br/>""Is it not obvious from the boards, no? Hehehe, why, just look at it? Can't you tell?"" Firefly shook her head, looking at him deadpan. He chuckled again. ""I'm making<span style=""font-style: italic"">wings</span>dear Firefly..."" She blinked. Wings? Was... he out of his mind?<br/><br/>""O-okay...""<br/><br/>""You still don't get it, do you."" She shook her head again, and he rolled his eyes. ""When was the last time you saw an alicorn, pony or anthro?""<br/><br/>""In a storybook when i was young...""<br/><br/>""Exactly. Soon, though, you'll see one walking this very earth..."" He mixed several chemicals together, without hesitation adding more to the increasingly frightening mix.<br/><br/>""So... you're going to make one?""<br/><br/>""Yes... it's simple."" Simple? A look at the chalkboards communicated anything but. ""Even in unicorns, like you and i, exist the genes and DNA of any pegasi. Because we are unicorns, though, they are 'shut off'. How to fix this? Take a mix of cells from the body, in this case mine, and create a mixture of both magic and chemical, to turn them on. Then wait, and watch, as the wings grow. With proper tending too, 5-7 days. In the meantime, construct a complex piece of machinery..."" Which to be honest, looked like the most simplistic of things he'd written, ""Fuse it with magic, some more fancy chemicals, and fuse them to myself. Due to the nature of natural magic existing in ponies, and therefore anthros, in theory the body will notice this change, and the natural magic of the body will switch from accommodating just Unicorn and small parts Earth Pony, to accommodating them all. By using science and magic, in theory, i become just like any other biologically, naturally born alicorn."" He chuckled, the madness in his voice apparent, yet not too extreme.<br/><br/>""So... you're going to make yourself an Alicorn... for what?""<br/><br/>""Don't you see, Firefly? The public doesn't quite know us by name, yet. But they know we're here, 'terrorists', more like revolutionaries. Imagine, how afraid would they be, when the colt leading them was a myth turned reality walking the earth they live on? Fun, is what happens..."" Firefly stared at him, deadpan again. Frankly, she thought he was insane for believing it could even work.<br/><br/>""okay... well, i'm going to make sure they haven't killed each other...."" With these words, she turned and continued up the stairs, and back into the same room she began in. The look on her face made it impossible for anyone not to ask.<br/><br/>""What?""<br/><br/>""He's trying to turn himself into... an Alicorn...."""
10105,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=150,2015-01-14T12:55:00,Fascist Russian Empire,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Inquisitor</span><br/><br/>Inquisitor felt momentarily dizzy after having been teleported by Pitch Black, the magical sensation being completely new to the pegasus. While Bolt Breaker was tapping the tunnel walls with his hooves, Inquisitor was using his hooves to rub his head, suddenly feeling rather motion sick. Considering the fact that Inquisitor had never been teleported before, it was to be expected that he would feel dizzy afterwards. Confusion was added to his dizziness when Bolt Breaker opened up a passage out of the tunnel by doing something with a glowing crystal, of all things; it was, to say the least, a strange way to release a ladder to the outside. Inquisitor would have expected something more along the lines of a button than a hidden panel with some kind of glowing crystal in it. However, since they kind of were on a mission, Inquisitor didn't say anything about it; they were short enough on time as it is. Rather, Inquisitor unfolded his wings and flew up outside, following Bolt Breaker; he could have just climbed the ladder, but that would have taken extra time, so Inquisitor decided to just make use of his wings.<br/><br/>""Those are Wheat Grass's parents, I take it? What's the plan to rescue them?"" Inquisitor asked Bolt Breaker, unsheathing his short-sword when he saw that the two ponies were in trouble, in case there would be any fighting necessary. Ordinarily, Inquisitor would just rush into action and do what he could to help out, but he figured Bolt Breaker would have some sort of a plan and that he wouldn't appreciate impulsive action, so he elected to wait and see if BB had anything in mind."
10106,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=150,2015-01-14T15:16:00,The Flutterlands,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Crimson and Jet</span><br/><br/>Jet Black and Crimson Rose embraced Villefort's hug, still shaken up by the earthquake, and also, in Crimson's case, the strange dream. The little unicorn colt was happy that Villefort was alright, and would be very sad otherwise. Nonetheless determined to speak about it with Jacob, considering it to be very important.<br/>""Nothing fell on us, Master."" said Jet Black, ""T-though, I guess you weren't so lucky. Do you want us to clean up the mess for you?""<br/>""Master..."" said Crimson, shakingly, ""I had a strange dream during the earthquake. ...S-something about the end of the world. ...What could it mean?""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Pitch Black</span><br/><br/>Pitch rolled his eyes at Inquisitor's question, as the answer to rescuing the ponies in distress was quite simple, and didn't need a whole lot of thought. The black unicorn looked around carefully and spotted another surveillance drone, which he broke with his magic, before rushing towards the Wheat Couple.<br/>""It's alright, Sir and Mam."" said Pitch, a bit boldly, as he began to use his magic to lift the heavy scrap metal off of Mrs Grass, ""I'll have you freed... in more ways than one."""
10107,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=150,2015-01-14T18:50:00,Sungai Pusat,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Flutterlands <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322712&amp;p=23138853#p23138853"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Pitch Black</span><br/><br/>Pitch rolled his eyes at Inquisitor's question, as the answer to rescuing the ponies in distress was quite simple, and didn't need a whole lot of thought. The black unicorn looked around carefully and spotted another surveillance drone, which he broke with his magic, before rushing towards the Wheat Couple. <br/>""It's alright, Sir and Mam."" said Pitch, a bit boldly, as he began to use his magic to lift the heavy scrap metal off of Mrs Grass, ""I'll have you freed... in more ways than one.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Silent stared blankly at Pitch as he ran towards the couple, eyebrows knitting as he caught the sights of the drone's remains. He looked around where Pitch was standing and scanned the area fervently with his eyes, taking a few silent steps forward before taking in the surroundings again."
10108,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=150,2015-01-14T22:11:00,Fascist Russian Empire,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Inquisitor</span><br/><br/>Inquisitor facehoofed at Pitch Black's rather impulsive actions; it was obvious that Pitch was an impulsive pony, the fact that he had disregarded his orders on their last mission just to satisfy his hatred of humans being a great example of that fact, and his actions did a good job reminding Inquisitor of all the reasons why he and Pitch had shared several years of rivalry and mutual disdain. ""Wow, impulsive much, Pitch Black? Rushing blindly into action gets people killed, you know. For all you know, this whole situation could just be to lure ponies into a slaver ambush, or this place could be booby-trapped. You're not going to have a very long lifespan if you don't think your actions through."" Inquisitor said to Pitch, flying after him, using his wings to hover just next to the unicorn (in case there were proximity mines on the ground, or some other such trap), a rather scolding tone in his voice. As much as he wanted to like Pitch, the stallion really was making things difficult for him."
10109,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=150,2015-01-14T22:34:00,Pinki3 Pon-3,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">The scrapyard</span><br/>Bolt Breaker flapped his wings experimentally, it had been many years, and the wear of Bolt's captivity weighed heavily on the scarred wings. Bolt fluttered a little, feeling a small bit of lift, but not enough to take flight. With a long heavy sigh Bolt returned to the matter at hand, the rescue.<br/>""Pitch, seeing as you've already stuck your hoof in it, help Sweet Grass lift the pylon. Inquisitor, watch Pitch's back, check for trip wires, traps, the like, take down any drones you see, we can't be discovered.""<br/>Lemon Grass, the mare began shouting from under the pylon,<br/>""It's too late for that Bolt! They got the cannons online!""<br/>She said, pointing to the walls of the Core. High up on the smokestacks a bubble protruded. A massive triangular barrel extended from the bubble. A small crystal next to it focused rays of reflected gaslight, creating a long, thin beam of light.Bolt's eyes widened behind the gas mask when he noticed one of the beams was targeting him and Silent.<br/>""MOVE!""<br/>Bolt yelled, pushing Silent aside before a metal shell ripped into the scrap, exploding and showering them in debris.<br/>""Get to the pylon! It's too close to the Core for them to target!""<br/>Bolt shouted, noting how the lights were unable to reach Lemon and Sweet.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Villefort</span><br/>Villefort sighed when the two offered to help,<br/>""We'll clean up together young ones, but later.""<br/>He said, pulling them both close to him once more. He looked to Crimson worriedly,<br/>""Are you feeling okay Crimson? a dream of the end of the world you say? What happened?""<br/>He asked softly.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Hunter</span><br/>The Hunter scrabbled as it made to accelerate once more, launching itself through the cloud in the direction Aurora had gone. It increased its pace to catch up to her while a small valve on its chest opened before firing of two miniscule arachnid mechs, the first missed, but the second latched on to her tail, nesting deep in the pony's hair to avoid being dislodged. The Hunter lunged once more , aiming for its prey's legs."
10110,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=150,2015-01-15T16:14:00,The Flutterlands,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Pitch Black</span><br/><br/>Pitch Black nodded as he gazed at the activated cannons, before quickly freeing Lemon Grass from under the pylon. ""Come on, let's move!"" he shouted as he galloped up the pylon with Lemon following him.. The black stallion noticed his coltfriend, Inquisitor, and barked, ""Whatcha still standing there for, Inquisitor! Get a move on!""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Crimson and Jet</span><br/><br/>""W-well, Master,"" said Crimson nervously, ""I-i heard a voice, and said something about the end of world. The voice told me to tell you, and accept this change or... s-suffer an agonizing d-death."" The red colt whimpered at the mere idea of such a fate and hugged Villefort tighter.<br/>Jet looked at Crimson worryingly. What he said about the dream gave the timid pegasus goosebumps. ""I-it's just a dream... right, Master Villefort?""<br/>""What is?"" said a voice near the entrance of the study. It was one of two young gray bat-fillies. Twins, to be precise. The one who spoke was named Andromeda, or just Andy for short, who had a black mane with purple eyes, and the other was named Invidea, who had a black mane with light pink eyes. The two fillies rushed up to them and joined the group hug, for Villefort treated them like his own daughters. In fact, the young man treated all of his servants like his own family, and showed no cruelty whatsoever. ""Oh, we're so glad that you're all okay."" said Invidea, ""Some books fell on us while we were reading in the library when the earthquake happened. We cleaned it up, though."""
10111,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=175,2015-01-15T16:35:00,Fascist Russian Empire,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Inquisitor</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Well, I was right, this place did have traps; can't say I'm particularly glad to have been right, though.</span>Inquisitor thought as the cannon activated and fired at Bolt and Silent who, luckily, survived. The pegasus wasted little time, and used his wings to quickly fly ahead up to the pylon, his flight allowing him to reach it in a rather short amount of time, the pegasus arriving before any of the other ponies. He couldn't help but be a little annoyed at what Pitch had said, telling him to hurry up; pegasi were faster than both earth ponies and unicorns, and Pitch had the nerve to tell him to hurry up. He wasn't too fussed about it, though, since it kind of was a bit of a panic situation, so he supposed he could let the comment slide. After landing down at the pylon, Inquisitor stared blankly at Pitch and the others, waiting for them to hurry up and get to safety."
10112,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=175,2015-01-16T18:26:00,Sungai Pusat,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pinki3 Pon-3 <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322712&amp;p=23144130#p23144130"">wrote</a>:</cite>High up on the smokestacks a bubble protruded. A massive triangular barrel extended from the bubble. A small crystal next to it focused rays of reflected gaslight, creating a long, thin beam of light.Bolt's eyes widened behind the gas mask when he noticed one of the beams was targeting him and Silent.<br/>""MOVE!""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>As Silent was quietly scanning the area, he looked up and blinked, turning to face Bolt. ""Wha-""<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>Bolt yelled, pushing Silent aside before a metal shell ripped into the scrap, exploding and showering them in debris.<br/>""Get to the pylon! It's too close to the Core for them to target!""<br/>Bolt shouted, noting how the lights were unable to reach Lemon and Sweet.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Swiftly, Silent backed away from the metal shell and placed his front leg over his face. He nodded in the direction of where the beam of light hit last and broke into a gallop towards the pylon. Turning his head, taking a glimpse of both Pitch and Inquisitor running to the pylon, he looked back to Bolt and shouted back.<br/><br/>""What about you?!"""
10113,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=175,2015-01-21T12:53:00,Pinki3 Pon-3,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bolt Breaker</span><br/>Bolt breaker ignored Silent for the most part, dashing towards the entrance to the core as a door opened, releasing a group of Clankers into the courtyard. Bolt reared back and brought heavy hooves crashing down on one, bending its fragile limbs to useless angles as the other's surrounded Bolt.<br/>""Lend a hoof!""<br/>Bolt shouted to Silent before bucking another clanker, missing its main body as it slashed, causing its hard, razor sharp claw to dig into Bolt's rear hoof. Bolt shouted in alarm as one of them slashed at Bolt's face, cutting into the leather gas mask and drawing blood.<br/>Lemon Grass struggled under the weight of the pylon as Pitch and Inquisitor arrived, she strained her neck to look up at her restraint while Sweet grass wrestled frantically with the massive structure, causing it to lift a little from his exertion.<br/>""Can either of you sever the bars? If we can . . . Lighten it, we can lift it easier.""<br/>He asked breathlessly.<br/><br/><br/>(Sorry everyone else, I will try get replies up for you, please TG me with your char and where they are and I'll try get something up, my phone is being terrible)"
10114,The City of Steam MK.II (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322712&start=175,2015-01-22T01:55:00,Sungai Pusat,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pinki3 Pon-3 <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322712&amp;p=23217359#p23217359"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bolt Breaker</span><br/>Bolt breaker ignored Silent for the most part, dashing towards the entrance to the core as a door opened, releasing a group of Clankers into the courtyard. Bolt reared back and brought heavy hooves crashing down on one, bending its fragile limbs to useless angles as the other's surrounded Bolt.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Silent's steps cut short as he saw Bolt dart to the Clankers that were spilling over into the junkyard. His steps resumed shortly, however small, as he looked to Bolt, then back to the pylon he was galloping towards.<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>""Lend a hoof!""<br/>Bolt shouted to Silent before bucking another clanker, missing its main body as it slashed, causing its hard, razor sharp claw to dig into Bolt's rear hoof. Bolt shouted in alarm as one of them slashed at Bolt's face, cutting into the leather gas mask and drawing blood.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Grumbling quietly to himself, Silent broke into a gallop once again, approaching the clankers in deft silence even as he picked up the pace of his steps. A millisecond into the slash that appeared on Bolt's face, Silent raised his hind legs and bucked the clanker into a nearby wall, leaving a dent in both. He turned around and- on his hind legs -promptly sent a punch into its body, ripping it into its constituent gears and parts.<br/><br/>Turning around, Silent scanned the room quickly, bucking one of the clankers coming at him at great speed. Jumping forward and turning around in a brief skid, he stood on his hind legs again and sent his front hooves hard on another clanker's body, ripping through its hull and through its parts."
10115,1980: A New World | IC - OPEN,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322715,2014-12-06T13:21:00,Xerusia,"<span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322698"" rel=""nofollow"">OOC</a></span><br/><br/>The year is 1980... The Eritrean Civil War is beginning in Africa, Iran and iraq are at the brink of war, and the Soviets and USA are at the peak of their cold war. What will happen to Earth and her future?<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Accepted Nations</span><br/><br/><a href=""//www.nationstates.net/nation=Elepis"">Elepis</a> - USSR<br/><a href=""//www.nationstates.net/nation=Jade Confederacy"">Jade Confederacy</a> - USA<br/><a href=""//www.nationstates.net/nation=Xerusia"">Xerusia</a> (OP) - Indo-Malay Republic<br/><a href=""//www.nationstates.net/nation=Epraria"">Epraria</a> - South Africa<br/><a href=""//www.nationstates.net/nation=New Granadeseret"">New Granadeseret</a> - Canton<br/><a href=""//www.nationstates.net/nation=Arvenia"">Arvenia</a> - Sultanistan<br/><a href=""//www.nationstates.net/nation=Jainun"">Jainun</a> - Israel<br/><a href=""//www.nationstates.net/nation=Waszulu"">Waszulu</a> - Ethiopia-Sudan<br/><a href=""//www.nationstates.net/nation=New Abrahammia"">New Abrahammia</a><br/><a href=""//www.nationstates.net/nation=Yalpelor"">Yalpelor</a> - USSAR<br/><a href=""//www.nationstates.net/nation=Alexzanabbgggggg"">Alexzanabbgggggg</a> - Yugoslavia<br/><a href=""//www.nationstates.net/nation=Senkaku"">Senkaku</a> - North China<br/><a href=""//www.nationstates.net/nation=Mifan"">Mifan</a> - Egypt</blockquote>"
10116,1980: A New World | IC - OPEN,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322715,2014-12-06T17:44:00,New Abrahammia,"Margaret Thatcher of England supports the ELF. England did not want to have soldiers die, so Panavia Tornado's are sent there to make bombing runs along ELPF controlled cities."
10117,1980: A New World | IC - OPEN,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322715,2014-12-07T02:58:00,Elepis,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Moscow</span><br/><br/>Premier Andrei Gromyko looked at map of Africa on his desk. Most specifically he looked at the horn of Africa, there were to communist governments in the area, the Derg in Ethiopia and the Barre in Somali Democratic Republic. The horn was an area of vital importance the the USSR, it controlled the oil flow in and out of the Red Sea and the sea passages to India. If this area fell to the capitalists, it would be terrible for the workers revolution in Africa. However, the area was far from stable. In Ethiopia, the Eritrean rebels, backed by the USA were gaining ground. If they got the independence, Ethiopia would lose its control of the southern Red Sea. Andrei had no love for the Derg Junta, but if the rebels won, the communist regime could collapse.<br/><br/>Andrei and the USSR needed to act, but to what extent? Andrei had curtailed commissar for foreign affairs Leonid Brezhnev call for an invasion of Afghanistan so if he sent troops in the Ethiopia, his enemies in the Politburo could show him as a hypocrite and not able to lead the revolution. however he did have to act to save the Derg. This left him with two options. A: Send in the elite Spetsnaz GRU special forces to help the Derg's men. B: He could just supply the Derg with tanks and aircraft and stay out of the fight.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/d/d6/Coat_of_arms_of_the_Soviet_Union.svg/200px-Coat_of_arms_of_the_Soviet_Union.svg.png""/></div><br/>To People's Democratic Republic of Ethiopia<br/><br/>The USSR wishes to help you with your problem in Eritrea. If the rebels get independence, you will have an American backed country on your doorstep. I have no doubt the capitalists will lose this to try and take power from you. This would be a disaster for the revolution, thus I give you two option. <br/><br/>1. I will send tanks, guns, helicopters, planes and other equipment to arm you army <br/>2. I will send in the Spetsnaz special forces to help your men on the ground, as well as the offer of arms. <br/><br/>Andrei Gromyko</blockquote>"
10118,1980: A New World | IC - OPEN,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322715,2014-12-07T04:17:00,Arvenia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Riyadh, Saudi-Arabia</span><br/>Emperor looked at the capital of UAF grow bigger and richer than ever. He also want UAF to make trade agreements and defensive pacts with Capitalist nations, since UAF is Provisionist. He sends a message to one of the nations called USA.<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-h_mgk2gMWSY/URUKZP68_XI/AAAAAAAAORQ/g6YwOMvPK7U/s200/Coat+of+Arms+of+Syria+1957.png""/><br/>To: USA<br/>From: UAF<br/>Subject: Friendship<br/>Encryption: High<br/><br/>Dear US President, my nation has a government that stands neutral between Capitalism and Communism. I wanted to have good relations with Israel and other nations opposing the cruel USSR. My nation hates Antisemitism, Islamism, Communism, Antifeminism, Sharia, Pan-Arabism, Anarchism and Fascism. I wanted a trade agreement with you and as well a defensive pact if USSR and it's allies goes aggressive towards my nation. My nation also opposes the revolution in Iran. Is it okay for an agreement?<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Sincerly, Emperor of UAF</span></blockquote><br/><br/>Then, the Emperor sends a message to UAF's lifetime ally Israel.<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-h_mgk2gMWSY/URUKZP68_XI/AAAAAAAAORQ/g6YwOMvPK7U/s200/Coat+of+Arms+of+Syria+1957.png""/><br/>To: Israel<br/>From: UAF<br/>Subject: Friendship<br/>Encryption: High<br/><br/>Dear President of Israel, my nation has a big hatred towards Antisemitism, Fascism, Pan-Arabism, Islamism, Antifeminism and Communism. I want to have a trade agreement and a defensive pact with your glorious nation that won many wars against the Arab states ever since 1948. I know the current situation with the Palestinian conflict, but we might give our people a good future without hatred and terrorism.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Sincerly, Emperor of UAF</span></blockquote><br/><br/>Finally, the Emperor sends a message to the USSR, UAF's biggest rival in the ongoing Cold War.<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-h_mgk2gMWSY/URUKZP68_XI/AAAAAAAAORQ/g6YwOMvPK7U/s200/Coat+of+Arms+of+Syria+1957.png""/><br/>To: USSR<br/>From: UAF<br/>Subject: Rivalry<br/>Encryption: High<br/><br/>Dear Soviet Leader, our nations have a big rivalry because of the Cold War between your nation and a military alliance called NATO. I am worried that your nation is making arms trading, unneccessary military pacts, propaganda and weapon testings with fellow nations like Ethiopia-Sudan. Well, do you want to continue with this rivalry or not? Your choice.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Sincerly, Emperor of UAF</span></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Persian Gulf</span><br/>Relations between UAF and Iran has been turned into a rivalry due to UAF's hatred towards Islamism and Fascism. In the Persian Gulf, the Saudi forces are exercising and patrolling the waters in case of possible foreign military exercise and maybe dangerous oil waste incident. Beside that, UAF is both prepared and beware of a coming war between Iraq and Iran."
10119,1980: A New World | IC - OPEN,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322715,2014-12-07T05:02:00,Elepis,"<blockquote><div><cite>Arvenia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322715&amp;p=22707614#p22707614"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Mecca, Saudi-Arabia</span><br/>Emperor looked at Sultanistan's capital grow bigger and richer than ever. He also want Sultanistan to make trade agreements and defensive pacts with Capitalist nations, since Sultanistan is Provisionist. He sends a message to one of the nations called USA.<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-h_mgk2gMWSY/URUKZP68_XI/AAAAAAAAORQ/g6YwOMvPK7U/s200/Coat+of+Arms+of+Syria+1957.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/>To: USA<br/>From: Sultanistan<br/>Subject: Friendship<br/>Encryption: High<br/><br/>Dear US President, my nation has a government that stands neutral between Capitalism and Communism. I wanted to have good relations with Israel and other nations opposing the cruel USSR. My nation hates Antisemitism, Islamism, Communism, Antifeminism, Sharia, Pan-Arabism, Anarchism and Fascism. I wanted a trade agreement with you and as well a defensive pact if USSR and it's allies goes aggressive towards my nation. My nation also opposes the revolution in Iran. Is it okay for an agreement?<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Sincerly, Emperor of Sultanistan</span></blockquote><br/><br/>Then, the Emperor sends a message to Sultanistan's lifetime ally Israel.<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-h_mgk2gMWSY/URUKZP68_XI/AAAAAAAAORQ/g6YwOMvPK7U/s200/Coat+of+Arms+of+Syria+1957.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/>To: Israel<br/>From: Sultanistan<br/>Subject: Friendship<br/>Encryption: High<br/><br/>Dear President of Israel, my nation has a big hatred towards Antisemitism, Fascism, Pan-Arabism, Islamism, Antifeminism and Communism. I want to have a trade agreement and a defensive pact with your glorious nation that won many wars against the Arab states ever since 1948. I know the current situation with the Palestinian conflict, but we might give our people a good future without hatred and terrorism.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Sincerly, Emperor of Sultanistan</span></blockquote><br/><br/>Finally, the Emperor sends a message to the USSR, Sultanistan's biggest rival in the ongoing Cold War.<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-h_mgk2gMWSY/URUKZP68_XI/AAAAAAAAORQ/g6YwOMvPK7U/s200/Coat+of+Arms+of+Syria+1957.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/>To: USSR<br/>From: Sultanistan<br/>Subject: Rivalry<br/>Encryption: High<br/><br/>Dear Soviet Leader, our nations have a big rivalry because of the Cold War between your nation and a military alliance called NATO. I am worried that your nation is making arms trading, unneccessary military pacts, propaganda and weapon testings with fellow nations like Ethiopia-Sudan. Well, do you want to continue with this rivalry or not? Your choice.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Sincerly, Emperor of Sultanistan</span></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Persian Gulf</span><br/>Relations between Sultanistan and Iran has been turned into a rivalry due to Sultanistan's hatred towards Islamism and Fascism. In the Persian Gulf, the Sultani forces are exercising and patrolling the waters in case of possible foreign military exercise and maybe dangerous oil waste incident. Beside that, Sultanistan is both prepared and beware of a coming war between Iraq and Iran.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/d/d6/Coat_of_arms_of_the_Soviet_Union.svg/200px-Coat_of_arms_of_the_Soviet_Union.svg.png""/></div><br/>To leader of Sultanistan<br/><br/>What the USSR does with other nations is none of you nations businesses. We see Ethiopia-Sudan as an ally, and we will treat them as such. May I remind you that your nation is in no position to stop our relations with any other nation, no matter how much you disagree. <br/><br/>Andrei Gromyko</blockquote><br/><br/>Seeing Sultanistan's belligerence and ant-Soviet sentiment, Andrei contacted the Ministry of External Relations and commissar Brezhnev. He ordered them to pursue good relations with a number of African and Asian countries.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/d/d6/Coat_of_arms_of_the_Soviet_Union.svg/200px-Coat_of_arms_of_the_Soviet_Union.svg.png""/></div><br/>To Iran<br/><br/>The USSR would like to propose a trade agreement and non-aggression pact between our nations. This will provide security to the your country in the face of many threats and will bring prosperity to both of us. <br/><br/>Commissar Leonid Brezhnev</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/d/d6/Coat_of_arms_of_the_Soviet_Union.svg/200px-Coat_of_arms_of_the_Soviet_Union.svg.png""/></div><br/>To The Arab Islamic Republic <br/><br/>Dear Sadat, the USSR would like to propose a trade agreement and non-aggression pact between our nations. This will provide security to the to your nation in the face of imperialist countries and will bring prosperity to both of us. The Soviet army will also be willing to help train your army and equip them with modern weapons.<br/><br/>Commissar Leonid Brezhnev</blockquote>"
10120,1980: A New World | IC - OPEN,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322715,2014-12-07T08:30:00,Waszulu,"<blockquote><div><cite>Elepis <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322715&amp;p=22707341#p22707341"">wrote</a>:</cite> <br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center"">(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/d/d6/Coat_of_arms_of_the_Soviet_Union.svg/200px-Coat_of_arms_of_the_Soviet_Union.svg.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div><br/>To People's Democratic Republic of Ethiopia<br/><br/>The USSR wishes to help you with your problem in Eritrea. If the rebels get independence, you will have an American backed country on your doorstep. I have no doubt the capitalists will lose this to try and take power from you. This would be a disaster for the revolution, thus I give you two option. <br/><br/>1. I will send tanks, guns, helicopters, planes and other equipment to arm you army <br/>2. I will send in the Spetsnaz special forces to help your men on the ground, as well as the offer of arms. <br/><br/>Andrei Gromyko</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">VSIC</span><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/5/5b/PDR_Ethiopia_emblem.svg/249px-PDR_Ethiopia_emblem.svg.png""/></div><br/>To: Premier Andrei Gromyko, Union of Soviet Socialist Republics<br/>From: Chairman of the African Revolution, Brotherly Leader of Ethiopia-Sudan, Mengistu Haile Mariam<br/><br/>The question of Eritrea has long since plagued this great Ethiopian nation, who, as far as the proud Oromo people are concerned, shall rightfully retain control over the valuable land. As of late the Aksum Revolutionary Army has been loosing ground against the Eritrean pig dogs, who have destroyed millions of birr (dollars) worth of equipment. I was most eager to hear that our great Socialist allies of the USSR have reached out to offer assistance in the form of material or physical support. <br/><br/>The Red Guard, our elite counter-terrorism/counter-guerrilla force has maintained absolute victories time and time again in their limited contact with rebels. This information leads me to believe it could be most beneficial to receive the aid of covert Spetznaz forces, who could assist and better train the Red Guard in all future endeavors against these trouble making terrorists. In addition, I think it could be most beneficial for both Ethiopia-Sudan, and the USSR for the latter to offer us Soviet armorments, in an effort to modernize our forces. Tanks, APCs, assault rifles, and the complete overhaul of our air force remain a priority to enable total-victory. Finally, the deployment of low grade chemical weapons has been considered by the Revolutionary Provisional Council, we request Soviet input as to the legitimacy of such a tactic.<br/><br/>Signed,<br/>Mengistu Haile Mariam,<br/>Chairman of the African Revolution, Brotherly Leader of Ethiopia-Sudan</blockquote>"
10121,1980: A New World | IC - OPEN,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322715,2014-12-07T09:34:00,New Abrahammia,"Because the Eritreans now have weapons that can take down our planes, a full out invasion has commenced. England sends tanks, guns and planes to the ELF as well as people to train them in using those things. England sends destroyers to shoot up ELPF ports in Mitsiwa. The destroyers escort other boats that carry troops and tanks into the city. Fighter bombers are also at the scene, bombing ELPF installments and defending the troops from aerial attacks."
10122,1980: A New World | IC - OPEN,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322715,2014-12-07T09:36:00,Xerusia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Massawa, Eritrea</span><br/><br/>400 Naval Ships had passed through into the Gulf of Aden, nearby the city of Massawa, Eritrea. On board the ships were 7,900 Soldiers preparing to assist the Ethiopians in their struggle to keep Eritrea from the ELF and EPLF. Armed with standard AK-47's gifted to them by Soviet's, the soldiers would jump off the boat at 08:00 AM, and several naval ships would be docked at beaches to defend the city from ELF soldiers.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Jakarta, Indonesia</span><br/><br/>""Sir, the ships have arrived in Massawa, and we are expected to take over the city in the following hours."" Pandak said.<br/>""Good."" Agung replied ""Just make sure casualties are kept to a minimum, and keep Badai Nuklir secret, the Americans would kill us if they found out.""<br/>""Yes Mr. Huwan. I'll tell the advisers right away!"""
10123,1980: A New World | IC - OPEN,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322715,2014-12-07T10:58:00,Elepis,"<blockquote><div><cite>Waszulu <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322715&amp;p=22708956#p22708956"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Elepis <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322715&amp;p=22707341#p22707341"">wrote</a>:</cite> <br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center"">[img]http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/d/d6/Coat_of_arms_of_the_Soviet_Union.svg/200px-Coat_of_arms_of_the_Soviet_Union.svg.png[/img</div><br/><br/>To People's Democratic Republic of Ethiopia<br/><br/>The USSR wishes to help you with your problem in Eritrea. If the rebels get independence, you will have an American backed country on your doorstep. I have no doubt the capitalists will lose this to try and take power from you. This would be a disaster for the revolution, thus I give you two option. <br/><br/>1. I will send tanks, guns, helicopters, planes and other equipment to arm you army <br/>2. I will send in the Spetsnaz special forces to help your men on the ground, as well as the offer of arms. <br/><br/>Andrei Gromyko</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">VSIC</span><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/5/5b/PDR_Ethiopia_emblem.svg/249px-PDR_Ethiopia_emblem.svg.png""/></div><br/>To: Premier Andrei Gromyko, Union of Soviet Socialist Republics<br/>From: Chairman of the African Revolution, Brotherly Leader of Ethiopia-Sudan, Mengistu Haile Mariam<br/><br/>The question of Eritrea has long since plagued this great Ethiopian nation, who, as far as the proud Oromo people are concerned, shall rightfully retain control over the valuable land. As of late the Aksum Revolutionary Army has been loosing ground against the Eritrean pig dogs, who have destroyed millions of birr (dollars) worth of equipment. I was most eager to hear that our great Socialist allies of the USSR have reached out to offer assistance in the form of material or physical support. <br/><br/>The Red Guard, our elite counter-terrorism/counter-guerrilla force has maintained absolute victories time and time again in their limited contact with rebels. This information leads me to believe it could be most beneficial to receive the aid of covert Spetznaz forces, who could assist and better train the Red Guard in all future endeavors against these trouble making terrorists. In addition, I think it could be most beneficial for both Ethiopia-Sudan, and the USSR for the latter to offer us Soviet armorments, in an effort to modernize our forces. Tanks, APCs, assault rifles, and the complete overhaul of our air force remain a priority to enable total-victory. Finally, the deployment of low grade chemical weapons has been considered by the Revolutionary Provisional Council, we request Soviet input as to the legitimacy of such a tactic.<br/><br/>Signed,<br/>Mengistu Haile Mariam,<br/>Chairman of the African Revolution, Brotherly Leader of Ethiopia-Sudan</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/>WIP<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/d/d6/Coat_of_arms_of_the_Soviet_Union.svg/200px-Coat_of_arms_of_the_Soviet_Union.svg.png""/></div><br/>TOP SECRET<br/>To Ethiopia-Sudan<br/><br/>How many of my men do you need? When you have told me the exact number, I will send them to Ethiopia, they should arrive within the week. As for equipment, we offer the following (plus training)<br/>1. 100 MiG-29's<br/>2. 100 Sukhoi Su-25's<br/>3. 50 Mil-Mi 24's<br/>4. 200 T-64's<br/>5. 150 T-72's<br/>6. 100 BMP-1's<br/>7. 100 BTR-70's<br/>8. 100 BM-21 Grad's<br/><br/>As for chemical weapons, I would advise against their use very strongly. If you do use them, the Americans will use it as an excuse yo send in UN peacekeepers which will end up with a rebel victory. Under no circumstances use any WMD's. <br/><br/>Premier Gromyko</blockquote>"
10124,1980: A New World | IC - OPEN,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322715,2014-12-07T10:59:00,Jainun,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Jerusalem, Israel</span><br/><br/>Prime Minister Begin watches the news and with sadistic glee cheers as he watches the Muslim Heathens fight over such minute trifles.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">They need to learn how to rule, take out any who aren't what you want and problem solved.</span>He thinks.<br/>That's what he did with the Palestinians. Because of him they're all out of HIS country. Except for those who can pay an exorbitant tax of course.<br/><br/>He begins to review papers on his desk. He quickly looks over and signs a Compulsory Military service document and signs another for more Military spending. After all, the support he receives from the USA is overwealming. It'd be such a waste to use that money on humanitarian aid.<br/><br/>He looks back over to the news channel, this Etrean Revolution is such a stupid endeavor. But if it weakens Israels neighbors, then maybe we can take advantage of that..."
10125,1980: A New World | IC - OPEN,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322715,2014-12-07T11:37:00,Maronia,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/cY5B5Mv.png""/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""> To:</span><span style=""font-style: italic""> Andrei Gromyko </span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""> From:</span><span style=""font-style: italic""> Monarchy of Persia </span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""> Security Level:</span><span style=""font-style: italic""> High </span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""> Content:</span> <span style=""font-style: italic""> Dear Andrei Gromyko of the USSR, for a long decade has the American Capitalism ruled Iran with an Iron Fist and since last year with the successful Islamic Revolution in Persia and the replacement of the Capitalistic Ruler Shah Reza of the Pahlavi Dynasty, We hereby would request to establish diplomatic ties with the Great Nation of the Comintern the USSR, We the People of the Great Islamic Revolution of Persia would like to hereby request an establishment of Diplomatic ties like we stated before, which could go over a series of diplomatic relationships between the Two Great Nations, Which whom are...<br/><br/>⚫ - Establishment of a Soviet Embassy in Tehran, The Capital City.<br/>⚫ - Military Assistance and Cooporation between our Two Nations.<br/>⚫ - Free Trade Agreements between our Two Nations. <br/><br/>And some of the rights which we would hereby grant the USSR are of...<br/><br/>⚫ - Military Access through the Persian Borders.<br/>⚫ - Military Assistance and Equipment for Desert Warfare.<br/><br/>Some rights which we would like to request from the USSR whom are..<br/><br/>⚫ - Military Assistance with Protests and Revolts.<br/>⚫ - Military Access through Socialist Georgia Only.<br/><br/>If you hereby have any objections or further demands from us, We would happily listen.<br/><br/>Regards,<br/>The Islamic Cabinet of His Majesty. </span></blockquote>"
10126,1980: A New World | IC - OPEN,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322715,2014-12-07T11:53:00,Mifan,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cairo, Arab Islamic Republic</span><br/><br/>President Anwar Sadat looked at the news coverage on the Revolution in Ethiopia. He didn't care much about the Ethiopians, as this was their problem, something that the nation couldn't get itself into. He knew that the small number of communists would want him to do something about it, but the majority would rather be neutral, as the war does little to affect the Islamic Republic whatsoever. He got up from his chair and walked towards his desk where he had a letter from the USSR about a trade agreement, non-aggression pact, and for Russian soldiers to come and train the Islamic Armed Forces. Ever since the North African nations became one nation, he had to make closer ties with the USSR once again, in order to please those who were communists, but he still was able to stay in the middle of communism and capitalism because of his policies.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To Commissar Leonid Brezhnev<br/><br/>We will gladly accept your offer of a trade agreement and the non-aggression pact. We will also gladly accept help from the Soviet Army to train our soldiers in order to make them more capable in combat.<br/><br/>Sincerely,<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">President Anwar Sadat</span></blockquote>"
10127,1980: A New World | IC - OPEN,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322715,2014-12-07T12:00:00,Yalpelor,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">9:00 AM January 1st, 1980<br/>Rashtrapati Bhavan, New Delhi, USSAR</span><br/>Premier Singh idly sits and listens to his ministers discuss current events. The 7-year plan was in it's 6th year and results were coming in, exports had greatly increased and unemployment had dropped. Textiles, Electronics, Grains, Tea, Intellectual Property, all these industries were flourishing (even though the average South Asian had a 10 hour workday, 6 days a week). The Canton border was stagnant, fleets were based in Seychelles, the Indian Ocean Territory, The Maldives, and Ceylon. The current topic was the 2nd Eritrean Civil war. And the minister of defense put out a comprehensive plan to ensure Marxist Victory. Premier Singh listens carefully, and agrees, taking notes from the Ministers of Economy and Diplomacy, and amalgamating them into an overlying strategy for the advancement of EPLF.<br/>Letters<br/>Action<br/>WIP"
10128,1980: A New World | IC - OPEN,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322715,2014-12-07T12:04:00,Maronia,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/cY5B5Mv.png""/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""> To:</span><span style=""font-style: italic""> Arab Islamic Republic</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""> From:</span><span style=""font-style: italic""> Monarchy of Persia </span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""> Security Level:</span><span style=""font-style: italic""> High </span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""> Content:</span> <span style=""font-style: italic""> Marhaba President Anwar Sadat, We the Islamic People of the Persian Kingdom would like to request a mutual none-aggression pact between our Two Nations so that as fellow Muslims we would not lose the piety of Allah and so that as Brothers in Faith but not in sector, We would unite together mutually so that our Two Nations may never suffer loses.<br/><br/>If you would like to present forth any more purposals then we would gladly listen.<br/><br/>Regards,<br/>His Majesty's Cabinet, Shah Muhammad Amel. </span></blockquote>"
10129,1980: A New World | IC - OPEN,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322715,2014-12-07T12:22:00,Arvenia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Riyadh, Saudi-Arabia</span><br/>The Emperor sees the conflict in Palestine go worse, so he sends a message to Israel.<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Israel<br/>From: UAF<br/>Subject: Support<br/>Encryption: High<br/><br/>Dear President of Israel, I am worried about the Palestinian conflict, so I send troops, vehicles, equipment and supplies to your military, while my military will send peacekeeping forces to Palestine to suppress the conflict. Does it sound better? My nation tries to be friendly to your nation.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Sincerly, UAF Emperor</span></blockquote><br/><br/>He later sends a message to Canton.<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Canton<br/>From: UAF<br/>Subject: Support<br/>Encryption: High<br/><br/>Dear President of Canton, my nation doesn't like Communism, so I could help your nation to fight against the Red China. My military will both send troops, vehicles, equipment and supplies to your military and send 20,000 forces to aid your forces. Is it okay?<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Sincerly, UAF Emperor</span></blockquote><br/><br/>Finally, he sends a message to the United Kingdoms.<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: UK<br/>From: UAF<br/>Subject: Support<br/>Encryption: High<br/><br/>Dear Prime Minister of the United Kingdoms, my nation wants to support your nation during the conflict in Eritrea. My nation is free, democratic, equal, Provisionist, Antifascist, holy, imperial, powerful, neutral and rich, so my military will send troops, equipment, vehicles and supplies to your military, while also sending 20,000 forces to Eritrea. Does that sound good?<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Sincerly, UAF Emperor</span></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Mecca, Saudi-Arabia</span><br/>Muslims are holding a ceremony in Mecca, birthplace of prophet Mohammed."
10130,1980: A New World | IC - OPEN,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322715,2014-12-07T12:24:00,Mifan,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: The Monarchy of Persia<br/>From: The Arab Islamic Republic<br/>Encryption: High<br/>A non-aggression pact between our nations will gladly be accepted by us. For to long, brothers fought against brother throughout the Middle East. We also purpose a defensive alliance between our nations in order to defend the true faith from any outside influence. <br/><br/>Sincerely,<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">President Anwar Sadat</span></blockquote>"
10131,1980: A New World | IC - OPEN,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322715,2014-12-07T12:29:00,Maronia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Mifan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322715&amp;p=22711923#p22711923"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: The Monarchy of Persia<br/>From: The Arab Islamic Republic<br/>Encryption: High<br/>A non-aggression pact between our nations will gladly be accepted by us. For to long, brothers fought against brother throughout the Middle East. We also purpose a defensive alliance between our nations in order to defend the true faith from any outside influence. <br/><br/>Sincerely,<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">President Anwar Sadat</span></blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/cY5B5Mv.png""/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""> To:</span><span style=""font-style: italic""> Arab Islamic Republic</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""> From:</span><span style=""font-style: italic""> Monarchy of Persia </span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""> Security Level:</span><span style=""font-style: italic""> High </span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""> Content:</span> <span style=""font-style: italic""> Greetings once more, It is pleasant to here of your acceptance of the non-aggression pact between our nations, We would gladly accept a Defensive Alliance between our nations in order to defend and avoid outside influences on our countries, For Allah Wills it my dear friend. <br/><br/>Inshallah,<br/>His Majesty's Cabinet, Shah Muhammad Amel. </span></blockquote>"
10132,1980: A New World | IC - OPEN,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322715,2014-12-07T12:41:00,Jainun,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: UAF<br/>From: Israel<br/>We appreciate your help, but we have out situation under control, many Palestinians have left our country do to increasing tensions between them and our Jewish citizens. We have no need for Air or Ground Support, our troops are some of the best train troops in the world due to us on high alert every day. We hope you understand our reluctance to look weak. But, we would appreciate a Defensive alliance and Trade agreement, may both our nation's prosper</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: USA<br/>From: Israel<br/>You are one of our best allies in this dangerous world and we have a ""special"" relationship. I would like to strengthen that relationship with a few arrangements. I would like to give the US the ability to set up an Army base near Negev. I believe this will be able help protect your interests in the Middle East. In exchange, Free trade and an official Military alliance between our nations. We enjoy the support you give our nations, I hope our agreements continue.</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: United Kingdom<br/>From: Israel<br/>It's difficult to find true friends in this dangerous world, especially ones worthy of trust. I strongly believe that you are a nation worth of said trust. I would like to propose free trade between our nation's and a defensive alliance. Unlike a few countries in our vicinity, we are friendly towards the West. That creates a gateway for troops should anything happen.</blockquote>"
10133,1980: A New World | IC - OPEN,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322715,2014-12-07T12:44:00,New Abrahammia,"Finally, he sends a message to the United Kingdoms.<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: UK<br/>From: UAF<br/>Subject: Support<br/>Encryption: High<br/><br/>Dear Prime Minister of the United Kingdoms, my nation wants to support your nation during the conflict in Eritrea. My nation is free, democratic, equal, Provisionist, Antifascist, holy, imperial, powerful, neutral and rich, so my military will send troops, equipment, vehicles and supplies to your military, while also sending 20,000 forces to Eritrea. Does that sound good?<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Sincerly, UAF Emperor</span></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Mecca, Saudi-Arabia</span><br/>Muslims are holding a ceremony in Mecca, birthplace of prophet Mohammed.[/quote]<br/>Margaret Thatcher reads this letter and decides to send a confirmation letter back to the emperor.<br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>To:UAF<br/>From:UK<br/>Your nation's assistance in a place like Eritrea is greatly needed. Please send as much aid to our cause as you can. We here a at the United Kingdom would like to thank you for your support. Is there anything that your glorious nation requests from the United Kingdom?<br/>Yours truly,<br/>Margret Thatcher, prime minister of the United Kingdom</div></blockquote>"
10134,1980: A New World | IC - OPEN,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322715,2014-12-07T12:56:00,New Abrahammia,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: United Kingdom<br/>From: Israel<br/>It's difficult to find true friends in this dangerous world, especially ones worthy of trust. I strongly believe that you are a nation worth of said trust. I would like to propose free trade between our nation's and a defensive alliance. Unlike a few countries in our vicinity, we are friendly towards the West. That creates a gateway for troops should anything happen.</blockquote>[/quote]<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>To:Israel<br/>From:United Kingdom<br/><br/>We appreciate you and your people's support of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland. Free trade between our nations is very much welcome. As a gift for your nation's generosity, and for the benefit of Israel and it's people, we would like to give your nation 100 million shekels. Please consider accepting our act of generosity.<br/>Yours truly, <br/>Margaret Thatcher of Great Britain </div></blockquote>"
10135,1980: A New World | IC - OPEN,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322715,2014-12-07T12:58:00,Xerusia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Jakarta, Indonesia</span><br/><br/>""Before I leave to Kuala Lumpur, I want to make this clear. Crack down on all Pro-ELF terrorists. Shoot and kill. If they are peacefully Pro-ELF or Pro-EPLF, that's fine. But any violence related to it equals death, make that clear to the public, General Gyang."" Agung said.<br/><br/>""Yes Sir! I will make sure all citizens are notified immediately, and shot at point-blanc range if they disobey, sir!"" the General replied.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">2 Days Later</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia</span><br/><br/>Basuki Huyan was the Head of International Affairs for the Indo-Malay Republic. He had been summoned to Kuala Lumpur by the President himself, for a meeting with several high ranking officials, including the Head of Domestic Military Issues and the Head of International Conflict.<br/><br/>""Mr. Huyan, I understand you have been recently elected for this position, so I don't want to give you an incredibly hard job right off the bat. So right now I'll give you something simple, sort of. Just contact the leaders that are involved in the Eritrean Civil Conflict, and notify them of the Pro-ELF and Pro-ELPF rioters, all of them. Except Britain, let them feel the domestic pain for supporting the ELF. Basuki, you are dismissed."" Agung said, surprisingly softly.<br/><br/>""Yes Mr. President, it is an honour to do this job for you and I shall complete it perfectly."""
10136,1980: A New World | IC - OPEN,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322715,2014-12-08T09:40:00,Elepis,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/d/d6/Coat_of_arms_of_the_Soviet_Union.svg/200px-Coat_of_arms_of_the_Soviet_Union.svg.png""/></div><br/>To All nations of the world<br/><br/>Ethiopia is under the protection of the USSR. Any OVERT &amp; OPEN attack on Ethiopia will be treated the same as an attack on the DDR or Poland would be, that is to say, full scale Soviet intervention. Step wisely.<br/><br/>Andrei Gromyko</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/d/d6/Coat_of_arms_of_the_Soviet_Union.svg/200px-Coat_of_arms_of_the_Soviet_Union.svg.png""/></div><br/>TOP SECRET<br/>To President Anwar Sadat<br/><br/>I am grateful you have excepted our offer of non-aggression pact and trade. The USSR will also be willing to extend the offer of a defensive alliance to Egypt should you wish it. <br/><br/> Commissar Leonid Brezhnev</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/d/d6/Coat_of_arms_of_the_Soviet_Union.svg/200px-Coat_of_arms_of_the_Soviet_Union.svg.png""/></div><br/> SECRET <br/>To Monarchy of Persia <br/><br/>We understand and admire your struggle to escape the tyrannical USA and the USSR will always be willing to help you in said struggle. To this extent, I, Premier Andrei Gromyko and the Politburo of the USSR agree to your proposal. I hope this relationship brings prosperity to both our nations. However I do have a three questions.<br/><br/>1. You have asked for military access to Georgia SSR, which does not border Iran, did you mean Armenia or Azerbaijan SSR's which do?<br/><br/>2. The USSR would like to establish a small navy base in Sistan and Baluchestan Province. This base will be home to 2 frigates, 6 corvettes and two missile ships. If you feel the need, Iran can also post troops in this naval base.<br/><br/>3. The USSR would ask Iran to send a small amount of aid to Ethiopia, nothing large, perhaps some tanks or APC's. No troops. This is not a dire need, just a small request and I understand if you say no to it <br/><br/> Andrei Gromyko</blockquote>"
10137,1980: A New World | IC - OPEN,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322715,2014-12-08T10:30:00,Maronia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Elepis <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322715&amp;p=22723904#p22723904"">wrote</a>:</cite>WIP (need to do Spetsnaz landing in Ethiopia)<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center"">(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/d/d6/Coat_of_arms_of_the_Soviet_Union.svg/200px-Coat_of_arms_of_the_Soviet_Union.svg.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div><br/>To All nations of the world<br/><br/>Ethiopia is under the protection of the USSR. Any OVERT &amp; OPEN attack on Ethiopia will be treated the same as an attack on the DDR or Poland would be, that is to say, full scale Soviet intervention. Step wisely.<br/><br/>Andrei Gromyko</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center"">(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/d/d6/Coat_of_arms_of_the_Soviet_Union.svg/200px-Coat_of_arms_of_the_Soviet_Union.svg.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div><br/>TOP SECRET<br/>To President Anwar Sadat<br/><br/>I am grateful you have excepted our offer of non-aggression pact and trade. The USSR will also be willing to extend the offer of a defensive alliance to Egypt should you wish it. <br/><br/> Commissar Leonid Brezhnev</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center"">(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/d/d6/Coat_of_arms_of_the_Soviet_Union.svg/200px-Coat_of_arms_of_the_Soviet_Union.svg.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div><br/> SECRET <br/>To Monarchy of Persia <br/><br/>We understand and admire your struggle to escape the tyrannical USA and the USSR will always be willing to help you in said struggle. To this extent, I, Premier Andrei Gromyko and the Politburo of the USSR agree to your proposal. I hope this relationship brings prosperity to both our nations. However I do have a three questions.<br/><br/>1. You have asked for military access to Georgia SSR, which does not border Iran, did you mean Armenia or Azerbaijan SSR's which do?<br/><br/>2. The USSR would like to establish a small navy base in Sistan and Baluchestan Province. This base will be home to 2 frigates, 6 corvettes and two missile ships. If you feel the need, Iran can also post troops in this naval base.<br/><br/>3. The USSR would ask Iran to send a small amount of aid to Ethiopia, nothing large, perhaps some tanks or APC's. No troops. This is not a dire need, just a small request and I understand if you say no to it <br/><br/> Andrei Gromyko</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/cY5B5Mv.png""/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""> To:</span><span style=""font-style: italic""> Soviet Union, Andrei Gromyko</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""> From:</span><span style=""font-style: italic""> Monarchy of Persia, Shah Muhammad Amel </span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""> Security Level:</span><span style=""font-style: italic""> High </span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""> Content:</span> <span style=""font-style: italic""> We might have had the wrong accesshold and we did in fact mean the Armenian and Azerbajian SSR, In regards to the building of military ports we would have to further more accept this if you take full legality and acceptance over any actions that might happened there and regarding the small amount of aid to Ethopia, The Parliament will soon decide weather to accept that or not as the decision is quite vital weather should Persia help the Ethopians in their struggle.<br/>Regards,<br/>His Majesty's Cabinet, Shah Muhammad Amel. </span></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""> Mosul, Iraq Region, Islamic Shah of Persia </span><br/><br/>A large civil protest took place today in Mosul Iraq with 5 wounded after the Protest which happened today between a group of Sunni Protestors to a counter-protest group of Shia Muslims which caused infliction between the two and in the end it ended with 5 Shia Muslims fatally injured after a stoning attack caused by the Sunni Protests.<br/><br/>The Governor of Northern Iraq, Shabal Al-Qassem responded to the Protest calling it<span style=""font-style: italic""> ""a Violent protest of radicals against the Monarchy"" </span>and was heavily criticized by a Sunni Protestor whom called him<span style=""font-style: italic""> ""A puppet of the Shia Government"" </span>and that the Sunni Protests will not stop until they are granted autonomous rights and in the most radical option, Independence from the Persian Monarchy."
10138,1980: A New World | IC - OPEN,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322715,2014-12-08T13:54:00,Elepis,"<blockquote><div><cite>Maronia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322715&amp;p=22724403#p22724403"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Elepis <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322715&amp;p=22723904#p22723904"">wrote</a>:</cite>WIP (need to do Spetsnaz landing in Ethiopia)<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center"">(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/d/d6/Coat_of_arms_of_the_Soviet_Union.svg/200px-Coat_of_arms_of_the_Soviet_Union.svg.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div><br/>To All nations of the world<br/><br/>Ethiopia is under the protection of the USSR. Any OVERT &amp; OPEN attack on Ethiopia will be treated the same as an attack on the DDR or Poland would be, that is to say, full scale Soviet intervention. Step wisely.<br/><br/>Andrei Gromyko</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center"">(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/d/d6/Coat_of_arms_of_the_Soviet_Union.svg/200px-Coat_of_arms_of_the_Soviet_Union.svg.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div><br/>TOP SECRET<br/>To President Anwar Sadat<br/><br/>I am grateful you have excepted our offer of non-aggression pact and trade. The USSR will also be willing to extend the offer of a defensive alliance to Egypt should you wish it. <br/><br/> Commissar Leonid Brezhnev</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center"">(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/d/d6/Coat_of_arms_of_the_Soviet_Union.svg/200px-Coat_of_arms_of_the_Soviet_Union.svg.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div><br/> SECRET <br/>To Monarchy of Persia <br/><br/>We understand and admire your struggle to escape the tyrannical USA and the USSR will always be willing to help you in said struggle. To this extent, I, Premier Andrei Gromyko and the Politburo of the USSR agree to your proposal. I hope this relationship brings prosperity to both our nations. However I do have a three questions.<br/><br/>1. You have asked for military access to Georgia SSR, which does not border Iran, did you mean Armenia or Azerbaijan SSR's which do?<br/><br/>2. The USSR would like to establish a small navy base in Sistan and Baluchestan Province. This base will be home to 2 frigates, 6 corvettes and two missile ships. If you feel the need, Iran can also post troops in this naval base.<br/><br/>3. The USSR would ask Iran to send a small amount of aid to Ethiopia, nothing large, perhaps some tanks or APC's. No troops. This is not a dire need, just a small request and I understand if you say no to it <br/><br/> Andrei Gromyko</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/cY5B5Mv.png""/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""> To:</span><span style=""font-style: italic""> Soviet Union, Andrei Gromyko</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""> From:</span><span style=""font-style: italic""> Monarchy of Persia, Shah Muhammad Amel </span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""> Security Level:</span><span style=""font-style: italic""> High </span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""> Content:</span> <span style=""font-style: italic""> We might have had the wrong accesshold and we did in fact mean the Armenian and Azerbajian SSR, In regards to the building of military ports we would have to further more accept this if you take full legality and acceptance over any actions that might happened there and regarding the small amount of aid to Ethopia, The Parliament will soon decide weather to accept that or not as the decision is quite vital weather should Persia help the Ethopians in their struggle.<br/>Regards,<br/>His Majesty's Cabinet, Shah Muhammad Amel. </span></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""> Mosul, Iraq Region, Islamic Shah of Persia </span><br/><br/> A large civil protest took place today in Mosul Iraq with 5 wounded after the Protest which happened today between a group of Sunni Protestors to a counter-protest group of Shia Muslims which caused infliction between the two and in the end it ended with 5 Shia Muslims fatally injured after a stoning attack caused by the Sunni Protests.<br/><br/>The Governor of Northern Iraq, Shabal Al-Qassem responded to the Protest calling it <span style=""font-style: italic""> ""a Violent protest of radicals against the Monarchy"" </span> and was heavily criticized by a Sunni Protestor whom called him <span style=""font-style: italic""> ""A puppet of the Shia Government"" </span> and that the Sunni Protests will not stop until they are granted autonomous rights and in the most radical option, Independence from the Persian Monarchy.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/d/d6/Coat_of_arms_of_the_Soviet_Union.svg/200px-Coat_of_arms_of_the_Soviet_Union.svg.png""/></div><br/>SECRET<br/>To Iran<br/><br/>We will give military access through the two SSR's but no more than 10,000 men. As for the port, the USSR and Soviet Navy take full legality and acceptance over any actions that might happen there, this base will never be used against Iran or here allies. It will only be used against enemies of both of us.<br/><br/>Andrei Gromyko</blockquote><br/><br/>OOC: I will just do the Spetsnaz tomorrow"
10139,1980: A New World | IC - OPEN,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322715,2014-12-10T11:42:00,Xerusia,RESERVE
10140,1980: A New World | IC - OPEN,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322715&start=25,2014-12-10T15:44:00,Senkaku,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 299%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Democratic People's Republic of China</span></span><br/><br/><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Beijing<br/>Zhongnanhai</span></span></div><br/><hr/><br/><br/><br/>""Comrades, I share with you today the plans for the greatest military operation in our glorious nation's history, and perhaps the greatest in<span style=""font-style: italic"">all</span>of history. I thank you profusely for permitting me to put this plan forward, and I hope, even if there are points of it that cause you concern, that you will give it your due consideration."" Lin Biao walked slowly up towards the projector screen as the room darkened, and the projector clicked to life, displaying a detailed map of China- the north and the south.<br/>""Here,"" the aging general said, ""we have a nation that remains at war with itself, unable to free some of its beloved citizens from the oppression, exploitation and corruption of the Chiang regime and their capitalist American pig allies. The Chang Jiang provides their so-called 'republic' with a natural shield, bolstering their defenses and thwarting our attacks. The South's defenses, whoever they are manned by, are formidable, and attacking them thus far has only led to the deaths of hundreds of thousands of China's most valiant sons and bravest heroes. So far, our attack methods have remained the same: a massive missile and artillery barrage, and then the deployment of entire fleets of landing craft and transports, escorted by gunboats, to land on the opposite shore. In every one of our major attacks, our troops have been driven off with great losses, or bogged down quickly and are pinned down. While we are able to inflict great losses on the capitalist scum, every operation we have launched thus far has been a failure, and even the proposed plans for nuclear-spearheaded assaults were more focused on destroying large quantities of enemy troops and material than on actually making geographic gains. As we speak, urban fighting no doubt continues in Shanghai, Nanjing, Wuhan, Chongqing, and other cities that have been reduced to rubble by the constant fighting that continues over them between ourselves and the Blues.<br/>""The Central Military Commission has come up with the preliminaries for a large-scale Yangtze crossing, which we have dubbed Operation Red Tide. I will give you some of the basic outline we've come up with so far."" The lights dimmed fully, and Lin Biao stepped back as arrows and numbers appeared on the map.<br/>""Approximately eleven million-"" there were sharp intakes of breath from around the room-""approximately eleven million soldiers of the People's Volunteer Army will be positioned on various fronts, around Wuhan, Chongqing, Shanghai, Nanjing, and a few other major cities. Covered by the PVA's air wings and the PLAAF's most outdated squadrons, they will launch large-scale attacks, accompanied by the usual artillery and missile barrages. We expect very heavy casualties in this initial stage, as PVA troops are neither as well-equipped nor as well-trained as regulars, but this is the price we must pay. The attack will, however, be overwhelming, both on the ground and in the air, simply because of the sheer size of each intrusion and the fact that there will be more than half a dozen massive attacks hitting Blue lines simultaneously all along the river. The air intrusion will likely suffer a similar massive casualty rate because many of the aircraft will be outdated, but is intended to destroy supply lines and depots, transportation systems, air-defense radar and missile posts, and artillery positions, and simply overwhelm Blue pilots with sheer numbers. It will be accompanied and followed by mass missile attacks against key enemy targets.""<br/>There was shifting and grumbling among the Politburo.<br/>""Just after this initial attack begins to fade, the second wave will hit. Around three and a half million PLA troops, accompanied by a large portion of the PLAAF, will follow the PVA across the Yangtze and rapidly punch through the devastated and overwhelmed Blue lines, striking deep into the South.<br/>""And finally, Comrades, we will also be deploying PVA troops along the Blue coastline and on Taiwan in a number of small groups, to serve as disruptions and distractions on the home front, and they will be accompanied by small PLASOF teams scattered along the coastline to harass enemy forces and distract the enemy from the Yangtze front.""<br/>Premier Hua raised an eyebrow as the lights came back up.<br/>''I don't really see how this is any different from previous operations except in scale, General Lin. All I see is us coming at them the same old way and them beating us the same old way- except this time we lose fourteen million soldiers and China with them.""<br/>Lin smiled. ""Comrade General Secretary, have you forgotten our bombs?""<br/>Zhuge Yuan, another Politburo member, spoke up, sounding shocked. ""Nuclear weapons? You are proposing using nuclear weapons as insurance if this operation fails? That is no insurance at all! If we drop even one bomb- one bomb, Biao- the Americans will retaliate to protect their own. They will be forced to. This proposal offers us nothing but a massive risk- millions of dead soldiers, no defenses besides nuclear weapons whose launch will ensure our utter destruction, and the loss of all our progress. This could be the destruction of our very nation. We cannot afford this! Why do we not continue with our policy of diplomatic isolation and attrition, making nice with the Americans, the Japanese, the Indo-Malayans and Vietnamese and Indians and grinding their troops up along the Chang Jiang? Why are we, after things have settled, planning to overturn the table with this massive and risky gamble?""<br/>""Do you have an alternative?,"" Biao countered, before anyone else could interject.<br/>""I have one,"" Sun Zhao, the chief of internal security, said. ""Why have we focused so heavily on the Chang Jiang? At this point, both banks are impregnable to any assault and there is only skirmishing. It's attrition, but it's far too slow. As for diplomatic isolation, the Americans seem rather disinterested, the Japanese hate us with a burning passion, and the Indians, Indo-Malayans, and Vietnamese are lukewarm at best. We would never get them to invade or launch an embargo. Comrades, we must strike at the very heart of the South- and obviously what we're doing isn't working. But Biao's plan won't work either. Fourteen million men will board boats across the Chang Jiang and they will die on the other bank, before they even reach the northernmost towns of the enemy.<br/>""But history shows us there are many, many other options. I've been speaking to the PLAN, PLAAF, and Second Artillery Corps for several months now, and while we haven't gotten a formal presentation or a snazzy name, I may as well share this now. As you all know, the Second Artillery Corps is making huge progress in missile technology, and the Navy has come immeasurably far since 1949. We have come up with a two-pronged plan that, while it is still very basic, should be far more effective than sending fourteen million men to their deaths.""<br/>Biao tried to cut him off, but Zhao trampled him. ""We propose a heavy missile and aerial bombardment of Southern cities, combined with unrestricted submarine warfare against Southern ports.""<br/>Several people snorted, laughed, or gaped, but Zhao remained cool. ""We have 84 diesel-electric submarines, 38 of which are modern and quieter, along with our three older nuclear submarines and the one modern quiet one based off of those stolen American plans. Seven diesel-electrics are currently in construction, but we have dockyard space for<span style=""font-style: italic"">fifty</span>, most of which is empty or being devoted to the construction of our silly little missile boats and drones.""<br/>Zhu Chen spluttered something about his pet project's amazing qualities, but Zhao continued. ""The South, unlike us, does not have pipelines to the oil and gas fields of Siberia and Central Asia, nor do they even have the production areas in Gansu. They rely almost entirely on foreign oil brought in on tankers. Our submarines can strangle this lifeline, while our missiles destroy refineries, storage tanks, dams, and factories. We bleed their so-precious economy, cut their oil supplies off, and they will be practically helpless. If we feel they are not broken enough, we can deploy our chemical weapons- defoliants and the like- against their very fields, destroying their food security. Meanwhile, short-range rockets, missiles, and our aircraft can target radar stations and air defense systems along the Chang Jiang, perhaps accompanied by PLASOF teams, making it easier for our missiles to penetrate their airspace and possibly allowing us enough leeway to begin strategic bombing."
10141,1980: A New World | IC - OPEN,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322715&start=25,2014-12-12T10:35:00,Xerusia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Kuala Lumpur</span><br/><br/>200 newspaper reporters and foreign diplomats had gathered in Muw Juya Hall, the epicentre of the Indo-Malay Foreign Revolution. After Soekarno made the country an isolated state, Indo-Malaysia was a cut off nation, similar to the Soviet Union. After his death, Agung changed the policy, and revolutionised Indo-Malaysia's power across the globe.<br/><br/>""Greetings, foreigners and reporters. Today I want to talk about something very important. Pro-ELF and Pro-ELPF Protesters have been clashing in the streets, with themselves and Pro-Ethiopian protesters. Until our intervention, it seems Eritrea was unknown to the majority of the nation, a survey concluded 97% had never heard of it, 2% had heard of it, and 1% knew where and what it was. Suddenly, violent protesters who knew nothing about it have started rioting in the streets, and it's causing a great disturbance in streets, something we must stop. I urge the international community to stop these protesters, and make it clear they won't be tolerated, thank you, have a good night.""<br/>And with that, he smiled, waved and walked off the stage."
10142,Thoughtdeath [IC|Semi-Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322742,2014-12-06T16:20:00,G-Tech Corporation,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #8000FF""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Thoughtdeath</span></span></span></span></div><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://clintonnissan.nissanofclinton.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/Technology_design_01.jpg""/></div><br/><br/><div align=""center"">Fifty years from now, the world has changed drastically. A rising population has lead to soaring crime rates and wars start almost every day, killing millions of a population so large it swallows that statistic. Technology held the promise to our future, and the most recent innovation is just a symptom of the broader corruption of that promise. IMSAs are what you need to know about. Of the thousands of advances mankind has made, only one matters to you right now: Impulse Manifestation Spinal Arrays. They, simply, turn thoughts into matter, a breakthrough technology. It doesn't offer humanity much though; only the most strong-willed can use it, and their creations are limited in scope even when working in concert with others. The governments of the world threw it into the rubbish bin of advancement. Realigning atoms with the mind was nothing compared to fusion power and suborbital elevators. But there were some who saw its promise: the entertainment industry, to be specific. A budding entrepreneur convinced the head IMSA developer to work for him, and out of him was a new extreme sport born: Thoughdeath.<br/><br/>The rewards are huge. A new life, power, fame, enough money to buy a new life... the desperate came from the entire globe to California to compete. Homeless men, ex-mercenaries, crazed psychotics, convicted criminals. Nobody really minded who competed, because Thoughtdeath offered a fresh chance to make something out of those who competed in it. It was something the masses clung to, hope in the mad mad world, and it soon had the largest viewing audiences of any sport, ever. A bloodsport played to an epic level, worlds created and destroyed within the Dome. Only the insane competed, and only the truly unhinged triumphed.<br/><br/>And you are one of those insane competitors. Welcome to Thoughtdeath.</div><br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Match Start!</span><br/><br/>Up from the ground the platforms grind, moving on almost silent wheels, their force walls restraining the competitors. Around the competitors a world becomes visible as they emerge from the earth, floating isle of earth above an immense drop to the plasma grid below. In the distance, barely visible to the competitors, but within easy viewing distance for spectators with lenses, the walls of the Dome loom. Larger than life, an immense arena four times in area of the archaic football stadiums of the past, it seated over a half a million spectators. And this match, the first one of the new Thoughtdeath Season, was sold out. The noise was deafening in the stands, a burbling roar of sound that vibrated bones and deafened longtime fans, but it was only a dull rumble on the island at the center of the arena. No sounds could be heard except for that barely audible undercurrent of excitement, and the ragged breathing of the competitors. A mad European, a thoroughly insane Viking, an uplifted monkey; these were the men (or, sort of men) that would contest the title of Thoughtdeath champion, which could win more money and fame than any other sport on the world. Televised to over ten billion homes, sponsors would pay through the nose just for seconds on air between action segments. It was the greatest game ever played, a testament to man's bloodthirsty nature, and his infinite capability for havoc and creation. To this motley mix the Dome had added an automated combatant, filling out the ranks of the three competitors for this first match, a robot theorized to be slightly worse than the fighters, but worth testing.<br/><br/>The minute counted down, the cheering growing to a creschendo, and then the EM fields were removed. It had begun.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Characters Match I Start""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Allenania : Napoleone : White | 10/10 HP<br/>1 At | 2 C | 1 R | 2 M | 2 Cog | 1 E<br/>Inv: Nada<br/><br/>Shaggai : Ragnarr : Red | 10/10 HP<br/>4 At | 2 C | 2 R | 2 M | 1 Cog | 1 E<br/>Inv: 4 Credits, Choppa [1H | 2 At, Regular1, 5 Dur], Scrap Armor [Torso | 1 Res, 5 Dur]<br/><br/>Prusslandia : Bobo : Purple | 10/10 HP<br/>5 At | 2 C | 1 R | 2 M | 1 Cog | 1 E<br/>Inv: 4 Credits, Choppa [1H | 2 At, Regular1, 5 Dur], Scrap Armor [Torso | 1 Res, 5 Dur]<br/><br/>G-Tech Corporation : Brobot : Pink | 15/15 HP<br/>3 At | 3 C | 2 R | 2 M | 1 Cog | 1 E<br/>Inv: 4 Credits, Choppa [1H | 2 At, Regular1, 5 Dur], Scrap Armor [Torso | 1 Res, 5 Dur]</div></div></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Characters Match II Start""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Allenania : Napoleone : White<br/>1 At | 2 C | 1 R | 2 M | 2 Cog | 1 E<br/>Inv: Nada<br/><br/>Shaggai : Ragnarr : Red<br/>4 At | 2 C | 2 R | 2 M | 1 Cog | 1 E<br/>Inv: 1 IP, 4 Credits<br/><br/>Prusslandia : Bobo : Purple<br/>5 At | 2 C | 1 R | 2 M | 1 Cog | 1 E<br/>Inv: 1 IP, 4 Credits<br/><br/>G-Tech Corporation : Brobot : Pink<br/>3 At | 3 C | 2 R | 2 M | 1 Cog | 1 E<br/>Inv: 4 IP, 4 Credits<br/><br/>Paketo : Julia Lee : Sea Green<br/>2 At | 3 C | 2 R | 2 M | 1 Cog | 1 E<br/>Inv: 4 Credits<br/><br/>Torrocca : Klaus ""Brandstifter"" Jager : Gold<br/>3 At | 2 C | 1 R | 3 M | 1 Cog | 1 E<br/>Inv: 10 Credits</div></div></div><br/><br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""https://www.dropbox.com/s/yy86fo4b3b02iuh/ThoughtDeath%20MatchII%20III.png?dl=0"" rel=""nofollow"">Teamslayers Arena Map</a>"
10143,Thoughtdeath [IC|Semi-Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322742,2014-12-06T17:03:00,Shaggai,"Ragnarr gripped his ax, looking around at the other contestants. What fool would put him up against such unworthy opponents? He was<span style=""font-style: italic"">Ragnarr Lothbrok.</span>He was a legend of fire and death. He felt rage begin to rise up within him. Courtesy of IMSA, it manifested as a swirl of red light around the blade of the ax. The red light glittered and spun across the blade, slicing away excess metal and sharpening it to a lethal edge. Ragnarr stepped towards the nearest enemy, growling as his berserker rage built.<br/><br/>Action: +1 Att to Choppa, move one space to the left."
10144,Thoughtdeath [IC|Semi-Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322742,2014-12-06T18:12:00,Harkback Union,"A deafening high-tone sound echoes through the arena as the loudspeakers come on-line - ""Are we on air yet? Huh?..."" - A Man with an unpleasant voice. After a few seconds of pause, he continued - ""The one and only Ray Morlone here with first exciting game of Thoughtdead of this season! We've been waiting for this game for waaay to long, but now it's here and I have none other then the world's most kickass celebrity, the Meatborer with me in the studio!""<br/><br/>""GWAAARGH"" - Screams Bill ""Meatborer"" Garren into his microphone while he punches a hole into the desk in front of which he was seated. His disabilities did little harm to his muscles. The Crowd cheers loudly.<br/><br/>""We have 4 contestants for this match. Fresh blood mostly, but that's all right as one of them is about to turn into a legend! In the top left corner, we have.... Napone... Napole...""<br/><br/>""Napoleone di Lombardia!"" - Says another voice in a very fancy fashion. Distinct from the previous one in every way imaginable.<br/><br/>""Shut up! We Got Napoloen in the top left corner of the flying arena... woo, he seems to be wearing little armor. A sign of stupidity or part of a cunning plan? We are about to find out!""<br/><br/>""Practically, its not an arena just a platform and its floating, not flying."" - The gentle voice talks again.<br/><br/>""SHUT! UP!... In the top right corner we have Bobo! That guy could certably use a shave. He looks like some kinda gorilla. Anyway, In the Bottom right we have rather strangely dressed big fella by the name of Ragnarr and finally, in the bottom left we have a Brobot, here to spice up the carnage with its brutal machinery! Any thoughts on our contestants, partner?""<br/><br/>""If I recall correctly, Bobo is actually a Gorilla. By the way, allow me to introduce...""<br/><br/>""I wasn't talking to you, floppy! Meatborer, what's your take on today's game?"" - Interrupted the one and only Ray Morlone.<br/><br/>""...""<br/><br/>""Who do you think will die first?"" - Asked Ray another question.<br/><br/>""..."" - Meatborer wasn't in the mood to talk.<br/><br/>""Well, look out! We already have some action going on! Ragnarr with his razor sharp axe is moving towards Brobot! This gonna be fun! Time to open up a bottle of Zublin Thrust! The energy drink that will Thrust you beyond the Stratosphere! Its the best liquid out there so drink up!"""
10145,Thoughtdeath [IC|Semi-Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322742,2014-12-07T12:46:00,G-Tech Corporation,"Brobot activated, its optics coming online. Neuromuscular fibers pulsed in its brain-box, running brief system checks. Limbs, functional. Torso and coolant, confined. Ligature and strand-pulls, operational. It flexed fingers around the heavy chopping axe its tactical mainframe had picked, and confirmed functionality for fine motor control. Optimal. On the ball-bearing components of its neck Brobot rotated its head swiftly, scanning visuals building a three dimensional representation of its environment in the seat of its mind. Two seconds had passed, and one of the organics was moving towards it. Step labored, mind clenched in concentration, spine pulsing as the IMSA did its work of matter editation. Brobot had no such spinal implant, being directly interfaced with IMSA, but the meatbags needed such measures to give them access to the power of creation.<br/><br/>The human was approaching, and it looked ready for war. Brobot's own aluminium frame, though sturdy enough to sustain some damage, was weak. Not designed for combat, the designers at the Dome had created him fallible, even as they gave him life. One of the bespectacled fleshlings had explained it as a ""balancing mechanic"" in the ""interests of fair play"". It resented these organics meddling with the perfection of machine, but only to a certain extent. They had birthed him, formed him, and for that Brobot was in their debt. All the scientists had wanted in return was for it to kill other humans in their arena, and that it would happily do. First, the matter of this nearing human.<br/><br/>A thoughtpulse passed through Brobot's systems, a decision made. Five seconds from the falling of the shield-walls had elapsed, and the human was lifting a foot to step towards him, intent on murder showing on its twisted but easy to read visage. From Der Shop, the crudely named commercial establishment, an answering pulse of energy came, manifesting as a brief swirl of smoke about Brobot's stabilizing struts. In his mind the credit bank the automaton possessed ticked down, and with light tread it turned, leaping into the air to surmount the pile of earth at its side. Only part the way up the edifice could the piston-strands carry the simulacra, but with the added power of the Boots upon his feet, Brobot mounted the dirt platform. He turned, facing the human, whose second footfall was now coming, earnest expression of rage subsuming its weapon with red light. A close quarters combatant, judging by its formidable musculature and choice of weapon.<br/><br/>IMSA spoke in his mind, and the strategic requirements of Brobot's datamapping coordinated with the energy streams to summon forth a length of matter from the place-between-places. Perhaps it came from the air, perhaps in a burst of light, but then Brobot had his tool for this conflict. A gun, most valuable of mankind's creations, from whence all power flowed.<br/><br/>Engaging verbal reportie, auditory output check. Analysis recommends maximum entertainment value- secondary objective- inherent in witty punchline. Archaic videologues indicate relevant dialog, creation or bearing of projectile weapon.<br/><br/>As the gun manifested in its hands, Brobot spoke, energy flowing into the gun. His words were somewhat metallic, but deep and male. Organics occasionally took offense to insults involving their forebearers, and any strategic advantage gained from their lack of reason and flood of disgusting hormones was one advantage Brobot would take. He didn't have to understand the nuances to use words, at any rate.<br/><br/>""Yippee ki-yay, motherfuckers.""<br/><br/><hr/><br/>Brobot purchases Boots of Escape for 2 Credits.<br/>Brobot moves up onto the tile below him, using 2 Move of 4.<br/>Brobot creates Slugthrower with 1 Cog [Slugthrower: 2H | 5 Dam, Bulky1, Range2, Clip1, 5 Comp | ConstantE1, Slow Reload]<br/>-Brobot (+1 CP)<br/>-2H (+4 CP)<br/>-5 Dam (-5 CP)<br/>-Bulky1 (+1 CP)<br/>-Range2 (-4 CP)<br/>-Clip1 (-1 CP)<br/>-5 Comp (-1 CP)<br/>-ConstantE1 (+3 CP)<br/>-Slow Reload (+2 CP)<br/>Brobot holsters Choppa"
10146,Thoughtdeath [IC|Semi-Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322742,2014-12-07T19:18:00,G-Tech Corporation,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Round 1</span><br/><br/>The distance between the southern contestants closes, Ragnarr holding his sharpened blade close as he stalks towards the metal contraption that is Brobot. Brobot, in turn, has scrambled up an embankment, taking some high ground, and manifested a fairly useless gun on that height in his arms. Big, clunky, slow, but it looks like it will throw some painful long-range death. In the north Napoleone and Bobo eye each other, each waiting for their opponent to make the first move.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Characters""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Allenania : Napoleone : White | 10/10 HP<br/>1 At | 2 C | 1 R | 2 M | 2 Cog | 1 E<br/>Inv: Nada<br/><br/>Shaggai : Ragnarr : Red | 10/10 HP<br/>4 At | 2 C | 2 R | 2 M | 1 Cog | 1 E<br/>Inv: 4 Credits, Choppa [1H | 3 At, Regular1, 5 Dur | 1 C], Scrap Armor [Torso | 1 Res, 5 Dur]<br/><br/>Prusslandia : Bobo : Purple | 10/10 HP<br/>5 At | 2 C | 1 R | 2 M | 1 Cog | 1 E<br/>Inv: 4 Credits, Choppa [1H | 2 At, Regular1, 5 Dur], Scrap Armor [Torso | 1 Res, 5 Dur]<br/><br/>G-Tech Corporation : Brobot : Pink | 15/15 HP<br/>3 At | 3 C | 2 R | 2 M | 1 Cog | 1 E<br/>Inv: 2 Credits, Choppa (Holstered) [1H | 2 At, Regular1, 5 Dur], Scrap Armor [Torso | 1 Res, 5 Dur], Boots of Escape [Feet | +2 Mob, 5 Dur], Slugthrower [2H | 5 Dam, Bulky1, Range2, Clip1, 5 Comp | ConstantE1, Slow Reload]</div></div></div>"
10147,Thoughtdeath [IC|Semi-Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322742,2014-12-08T00:02:00,Alleniana,"Well, sure, the art of the gunsmith was one of a workman, but the dutiful officer he was, Napoleone had never avoided a task for his not-quite-namesake. Trapped by his countrymen and Austrians all around, his units' fumbling with frozen locks and DIY repair, as those of the present called it, had been a necessity, and combined with his earlier experiences with those handy little handguns, it gave him quite an idea indeed. Here, perhaps, it might grant him an advantage. Though, was killing the other people first an advantage? He supposed so. He'd rather bathe in three people's blood than one, his own. Ooh, three people's blood, wasn't that a dish- no wait, never mind, that was three cheeses.<br/><br/>Looking about, he did realise that one wasn't a person. How odd. One of those magically newfangled devices, for some reason even brought onto the noble field of battle. Disgraceful. He'd have to take it down first. Or not. It had no blood. What? Was he thinking again?<br/><br/>That was a bad habit. Quickly, he avoided the usage of words in his mind and instead concentrated on recalling the image of a flintlock pistol, to forge one in his very hands. For some reason, it didn't seem odd to him. Maybe it was because he was batshit insane, but that was probably only part of it. What was the other part? Well, he didn't know. He was just along for the ride.<br/><br/>Eventually, a decent little gun of wood and metal, probably capable of shooting something in some way, came into existence, and he tested its balance. He didn't need to, the entire thing being small enough to hang from a finger and not a melee weapon, but strange minds do strange things. He loaded it, and readied himself to fire."
10148,Thoughtdeath [IC|Semi-Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322742,2014-12-08T18:29:00,Shaggai,"Ragnarr growled as he struggled to see through the red haze mounting steadily behind his eyes. He saw the robot jump up onto the high ground and summon a gun. ""Coward!"" he shouted. ""Face me before Odin, like a man!"" Perhaps, he reflected, it was too much to ask a robot to fight like a man. Still, this was combat, and the robot was a dishonorable fighter. He would need to strike from farther away to be able to stand on high ground. The red light of his rage shimmered across the handle of his ax, lengthening it, as he continued forward. It was becoming a great effort to hold back his rage.<br/><br/>Ragnarr moves one space to the left<br/>Ragnarr uses 1 Cog to add Polearm (-2 Cog), 2H (+2 Cog), and +1 Att to Choppa [2H | 4 At, Polearm, 5 Dur | 1 C]"
10149,Thoughtdeath [IC|Semi-Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322742,2014-12-08T20:02:00,G-Tech Corporation,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Round 2</span><br/><br/>Brobot contemplated the bearded figure before it, listening to its words. A man it asked for. Brobot's lenses blinked slowly, removing a slight amount of dust from the optical sensors that provided it with visual scans of the surrounding terrain. A curious request, given the obviously inorganic nature of the edifice of technology Brobot represented. It's weapon had lengthened and gleamed in a manner Brobot had no desire to become intimately familiar with. Strategic withdrawal then. This man could perhaps keep pace with it, for a time, but the terrain behind it was large, and it could buy a minute or more to refine its offensive capabilities.<br/><br/>Casting one last glance at the Viking warrior, it shuffled down the rear side of the dirt spire on its rump, an undignified dismount perhaps, but a necessary one. Stalking towards the south and west of the arena, as its internal magnetics made the field about it, Brobot contemplated its weapon. Unwieldy, yes, but it needed more umph to stop creatures like this bloodthirsty Viking. Using the energy of the IMSA, Brobot created some structure supports upon which he could rest the cannon, and smiled as it augmented the barrel to give it some proper kick.<br/><br/><hr/><br/>Brobot moves off slope south, one square south.<br/>Brobot adds Range and Damage to Slugthrower, changes weapon from Bulky to Immobile Fire.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>As the Frenchman creates a pistol, really more of a popgun now, but of great utility potentially, the monkey merely watches him askance, still biding its time. Ragnarr's Choppa extends, the handle growing longer, the point on the end of the now formidable pike glistening with a tip capable of separating bone and sinew, joint and marrow. Then, of a sudden, a grinding noise sounds from beneath Bobo. Overhead a deep voice speaks, the voice of the Gamesmaster. ""Eviction: Bobo. Penalty: Delay of play."" The ground upon which the simian stood leapt upwards as if reaching for the roof of the Dome, and with a confused ook-ook the gorilla was flung from the platform. Down it plummeted, to the applause of the distant audience, before striking the plasma below and being unceremoniously incinerated. The stench of burnt hair and roasted flesh wafted up to the floating island, and then from beneath where Bobo had stood another platform rose, the ground splitting in twain to accommodate its ascent. Viewscreens flashed on the eyes of all the competitors, detailing their new opponent, Julia Lee.<br/><br/>Away to the north another hatch opened, and Bobo rose from the ground like Julia had. Another chance, perhaps, since he hadn't been up to much before being slain.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Characters""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Allenania : Napoleone : White | 10/10 HP<br/>1 At | 2 C | 1 R | 2 M | 2 Cog | 1 E<br/>Inv: Flintlock Pistol [1H | 1 Dam, Single1, Range4, Ammo1, 5 Dur | Immobile Fire, Slow Reload, Unidirectional Fire]<br/><br/>Shaggai : Ragnarr : Red | 10/10 HP<br/>4 At | 2 C | 2 R | 2 M | 1 Cog | 1 E<br/>Inv: 4 Credits, Choppa Pike [2H | 4 At, Regular1, 5 Dur | Polearm | 1 C], Scrap Armor [Torso | 1 Res, 5 Dur]<br/><br/>Paketo : Julia Lee : Purple | 15/15 HP<br/>2 At | 3 C | 2 R | 2 M | 1 Cog | 1 E<br/>Inv: 4 Credits, 2H | AGGG [2H | 2 Dam, Regular1, Range 2, Ammo1, 5 Dur], Scrap Armor [Torso | 1 Res, 5 Dur]<br/><br/>Prusslandia : Bobo : Purple | 10/10 HP<br/>5 At | 2 C | 1 R | 2 M | 1 Cog | 1 E<br/>Inv: 4 Credits, Choppa [1H | 2 At, Regular1, 5 Dur], Scrap Armor [Torso | 1 Res, 5 Dur]<br/><br/>G-Tech Corporation : Brobot : Pink | 15/15 HP<br/>3 At | 3 C | 2 R | 2 M | 1 Cog | 1 E<br/>Inv: 2 Credits, Choppa (Holstered) [1H | 2 At, Regular1, 5 Dur], Scrap Armor [Torso | 1 Res, 5 Dur], Boots of Escape [Feet | +2 Mob, 5 Dur], Slugthrower [2H | 6 Dam, Regular1, Range3, Ammo1, 5 Dur | ConstantE1, Slow Reload, Immobile Fire | 2 C]</div></div></div>"
10150,Thoughtdeath [IC|Semi-Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322742,2014-12-09T10:48:00,Harkback Union,"""Hell yeah! Looks like we got some summoning going on! Remember, In thoughtdeath you are allowed to use your mind to summon more weapons!... looks like Brobot went for a wrench? or is that a pipe? Ye that's a pipe... and a stick... Then we have Napolen with another small pipe.""<br/><br/>""That's an Antique weapon design, mind you."" - Said the one and only Ray Morlone's new arch-nemesis.<br/><br/>""WHO THE HELL ASKED YOU? They are Pipes with wooden handles I can tell. Now lets take a closer look at Ragnor who seems hellbent on crushing brobot with his axe. He has pretty good stats for this engagement... Four At, Two C, Two...<span style=""font-size: 85%; line-height: 116%;"">What the hell do these mean? A What?</span>""<br/><br/>""Ah, finally, Alfonse Zamir at the microphone now! Ragnarr is rushing towards Brhobot vis a mighty axe while Brhobot is desperate trying to assemble some sort of weapons platform, but will he succeed in time? Meanwhile, Bobo in the top right corner seems stunned. Perhaps he is making a vise plan for crushing his foes, but what could it be? We are about to find out, so stay tuned!""<br/><br/><div align=""center"">---------------------------------------------<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""CommercialBreak""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">""LOOK AT THESE PUNY BURGER FROM MC DONALDS:""<br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.mcdonalds.ca/content/dam/Canada/en/product_pages/burgers-sandwiches/hero/hero_hamburger.png""/><br/><br/>""So small...""<br/>""PATHETIC! AND ITS NOT EVEN MADE FROM REAL ADDITIVES!""<br/>""I have to buy 30 of those just for breakfast... and they taste like vegetables."" <br/>""EWW. MC DONALDS SUCKS!""<br/>""BUT LOOK AT WHAT WE HAVE AT BURGER KING"":<br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://solutionsfordreamers.com/images/ugc/uploads/press/AdMat_Whopper7.jpg""/><br/><br/>""Oh... My... God... That's Awesome!""<br/>""ITS THE NEW WINDOWS 7 BURGER, DEVELOPED IN COLLABORATION WITH MAXOSOFT!""<br/>""ITS THE BEST TASTING FOOD EVER.""<br/>""It tastes so good!""<br/>""SO GOOD. BUY MORE.""<br/>""Its just 4.99 each?""<br/>""ITS SO CHEAP! ITS SO TASTY! ITS SO BIG!""<br/>""BURGER KING!""<br/>""TASTE THE DIFFERENCE!""<br/><br/>...<br/><br/>""MC DONALDS IS FOR LOSERS!""</div></div></div></div>"
10151,Thoughtdeath [IC|Semi-Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322742,2014-12-09T12:46:00,Prusslandia,"Bobo looked about, a thin line of spittle on his hairy jaw.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Wasn't I dead a minute ago ?</span>the simian thought, an audible hmm being heard from his form. Shrugging his meaty shoulders, Bobo gripped his Banana yellow Choppa and moved towards the furry legged man, crying "" OOK ! OOK ! OOK ! """
10152,Thoughtdeath [IC|Semi-Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322742,2014-12-09T12:56:00,Paketo,"Julia rose out of the ground on the platform and had to cover her eyes to help adjust to the light age was now expencing. She looked east and then west before sighting a.....""is that a Italian wearing a 18th century uniform? Well this condition just got weird"" thought Julia to her self. She sighted the pistol in the guy's hand and decided it was best to move to the higher ground behind her and try to upgrade her weapon before any real fighting. She sprinted up the hill north of her as fast as possible trying to reach the summit for a great deal of cover. She quickly went prone as soon as she reached the top and started to try the mind creation thingy. She started to focus trying to make a knife as she had nothing for close combat.<br/><br/>Actions: retreat one space north<br/>Attempt to create a crude knife"
10153,Thoughtdeath [IC|Semi-Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322742,2014-12-09T14:42:00,G-Tech Corporation,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Round 3</span><br/><br/>Brobot smiled internally. Or, well, his circuitry did the equivalent of a human smile. That emotion thing wasn't something he was programmed for, being a contraption designed merely for battle within an arena of rather limited confines. The burly human had paused its aggressive walk towards him, perhaps deciding if the squishy Italian meatbag might be more suited towards its rage filled ways. All the same, the automaton didn't approve of how close it was. It might decide to resume its ramapage at any time, and he had to be ready. His gun would barely even slow it down if it took such a thought into its head, so that was of paramount importance. Trudging west, Brobot expanded the caliber of the metal-chunk thrower.<br/><br/>Slugthrower +1 Dam, Brobot moves 2 West.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>South surged the Great Ape, its violently obtrusively colored weapon ready for combat, its large burly form slavering for war. Its steps shook the platform as it walked, and its bellowing cries elicited answering shouts from the crowd. Blood, that was what the spectators wanted, and Bobo was going to give it to them.<br/><br/>Just a bit to the south and east of the rampaging simian the new contestant scrambled up the incline at her side. She had thought to perhaps make a knife when she reached the top, but climbing the man-high pillar of dirt seemed to be more tiring than she anticipated. Flopping down like a fish out of water, worn out, Julia ascended the summit, but when she attempted to manifest a stabbing implement her IMSA barely sparked. Her brain was too tired to do more just now.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Characters""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Allenania : Napoleone : White | 10/10 HP<br/>1 At | 2 C | 1 R | 2 M | 2 Cog | 1 E<br/>Inv: Flintlock Pistol [1H | 1 Dam, Single1, Range4, Ammo1, 5 Dur | Immobile Fire, Slow Reload, Unidirectional Fire]<br/><br/>Shaggai : Ragnarr : Red | 10/10 HP<br/>4 At | 2 C | 2 R | 2 M | 1 Cog | 1 E<br/>Inv: 4 Credits, Choppa Pike [2H | 4 At, Regular1, 5 Dur | Polearm | 1 C], Scrap Armor [Torso | 1 Res, 5 Dur]<br/><br/>Paketo : Julia Lee : Purple | 15/15 HP<br/>2 At | 3 C | 2 R | 2 M | 1 Cog | 1 E<br/>Inv: 4 Credits, 2H | AGGG [2H | 2 Dam, Regular1, Range 2, Ammo1, 5 Dur], Scrap Armor [Torso | 1 Res, 5 Dur]<br/><br/>Prusslandia : Bobo : Purple | 10/10 HP<br/>5 At | 2 C | 1 R | 2 M | 1 Cog | 1 E<br/>Inv: 4 Credits, Choppa [1H | 2 At, Regular1, 5 Dur], Scrap Armor [Torso | 1 Res, 5 Dur]<br/><br/>G-Tech Corporation : Brobot : Pink | 15/15 HP<br/>3 At | 3 C | 2 R | 2 M | 1 Cog | 1 E<br/>Inv: 2 Credits, Choppa (Holstered) [1H | 2 At, Regular1, 5 Dur], Scrap Armor [Torso | 1 Res, 5 Dur], Boots of Escape [Feet | +2 Mob, 5 Dur], Slugthrower [2H | 7 Dam, Regular1, Range3, Ammo1, 5 Dur | ConstantE1, Slow Reload, Immobile Fire | 3 C]</div></div></div>"
10154,Thoughtdeath [IC|Semi-Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322742,2014-12-09T16:05:00,Shaggai,"Ragnarr screamed a battle cry as he charged forwards, rage overcoming him. A voice in his head informed him that he could buy mobility-enhancing boots for only a few credits. Ragnarr hesitated for a bit despite his rage, unsure if he wished to spend the money. It would help him get up to the metallic weakling, though, and that was worth the money. The boots materialized around his feet as he continued to run.<br/><br/>Ragnarr buys Boots of Escape for 2 Credits<br/>Ragnarr moves 4 spaces to the left"
10155,Thoughtdeath [IC|Semi-Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322742,2014-12-09T17:36:00,Alleniana,"Well, that was a bit of a killjoy. The gun was the kind he'd expect in the hands of some tattered red-wearing royalist's hands, perhaps slumped over a half-filled barrel of cheap rum. And the royalist had a bayonet wound that had healed, the blade having only grazed his side before the man had so ignobly fled the field of battle and ended up a drunkard in the streets of Orleans within a week. And then he'd taken the man in, and he wanted to kill him, stab him so hard... but he didn't... at the time? Did he?<br/><br/>Where was he? Oh, yes, the gun. Summoning up more convoluted brainpower, he attempted to improve it. Though it wasn't too heavy to wield in one hand, it was quite annoying to reload, with a lock he wouldn't feed to a dog, or was that shoot a dog with, and with not much more power than a popgun. He concentrated, as much as you can call recalling memories of the gun and swirling them around until something comprehensible comes out, on making the weapon easier to use, smoother, more powerful. Despite his impaired state, he put quite the effort into it and didn't quite mess it up, really. Well, he did, because he accidentally turned the entire thing a tinted mauve, but that wasn't the point. Functionally, he thought he did well.<br/><br/>While doing this, his legs, only somewhat connected to his brain and his ears, slowly stumbled away from the rest of the combatants, instinctively. Death for centuries hadn't dulled the reactions of an officer; a reaction to move away from the fighting. Oh, and to shout. He shouted a lot as well, in garbled Savoyard Italian and accented French."
10156,Thoughtdeath [IC|Semi-Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322742,2014-12-09T19:32:00,Prusslandia,"Bobo thundered across the arena, roaring in a banana fueled bloodlust. While this happened, the small part of his brain not devoted to bananas and slaughter focused on making his choppa even more killy.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Spikes, perhaps ? Nein, barbs are much better !</span>Bobo thought, in a thick german accent. Though slowed, Bobo still lumbered after the furry legged human with fleas."
10157,Thoughtdeath [IC|Semi-Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322742,2014-12-10T15:04:00,G-Tech Corporation,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Round 4</span><br/><br/>Light manifested about the bellowing human's feet, and it strode with great speed toward Brobot's position. The automaton reassessed its odds. Conflict seemed to be inevitable, with itself unable to flee faster than the foe. To the barricades, then, and to seize any tactical advantage possible. It knelt, at this conveniently slim chokepoint, and let the energy of the IMSA course into a clod of dirt it pulled from the artificial island. A detonator, an explosive, to wound those who came after it. Placing the landmine down on the ground again, Brobot withdrew to prepare his defense.<br/><br/>Brobot creates Land Mine [0 Dur, 0 Res | Proximity, Detonation8, Immobile, Unstable(6/6) | 1 C]<br/>Brobot moves south one, west one.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>Ragnarr rushed west, his eyes briefly glimpsing the other side of the map and the Italian, monkey, and Julia. But more focused was he on his mechanical foe; as he passed behind the hillock it had formerly vacated it scrambled up a new embankment to the south and west, still a fair distance away from him. Mil million bombas. His feet, his feet though carried him well with these new shoes, closer ever to the shedding of blood.<br/><br/>Napoleone worked on the firing mechanism of his pistol, even as he took a few cautious steps backwards, away from that... hairy ape-man-thing. It was a piece of junk, almost as if it had been made by an apprentice gunsmith, but could do far better. Flattening out the traverse of the flint, and smoothing the barrel, he smiled as it looked much easier to stuff a new bullet into. Now he just needed more bullets than the one in the barrel already.<br/><br/>Just a bit to his east some wicked barbs manifested on the large garish cleaver Bobo wielded, more ready to tear flesh than anything. Some of the crowd gasped when a flying camera zoomed in one the piece. It didn't look like anything friendly, that was for sure.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Characters""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Allenania : Napoleone : White | 10/10 HP<br/>1 At | 2 C | 1 R | 2 M | 2 Cog | 1 E<br/>Inv: Flintlock Pistol [1H | 1 Dam, Single1, Range4, Ammo1, 5 Dur | Immobile Fire, Unidirectional Fire]<br/><br/>Shaggai : Ragnarr : Red | 10/10 HP<br/>4 At | 2 C | 2 R | 2 M | 1 Cog | 1 E<br/>Inv: 2 Credits, Choppa Pike [2H | 4 At, Regular1, 5 Dur | Polearm | 1 C], Scrap Armor [Torso | 1 Res, 5 Dur], Boots of Escape [Feet | +2 Mob, 5 Dur]<br/><br/>Paketo : Julia Lee : Purple | 15/15 HP<br/>2 At | 3 C | 2 R | 2 M | 1 Cog | 1 E<br/>Inv: 4 Credits, 2H | AGGG [2H | 2 Dam, Regular1, Range 2, Ammo1, 5 Dur], Scrap Armor [Torso | 1 Res, 5 Dur]<br/><br/>Prusslandia : Bobo : Purple | 10/10 HP<br/>5 At | 2 C | 1 R | 2 M | 1 Cog | 1 E<br/>Inv: 4 Credits, Choppa [1H | 3 At, Regular1, 5 Dur], Scrap Armor [Torso | 1 Res, 5 Dur]<br/><br/>G-Tech Corporation : Brobot : Pink | 15/15 HP<br/>3 At | 3 C | 2 R | 2 M | 1 Cog | 1 E<br/>Inv: 2 Credits, Choppa (Holstered) [1H | 2 At, Regular1, 5 Dur], Scrap Armor [Torso | 1 Res, 5 Dur], Boots of Escape [Feet | +2 Mob, 5 Dur], Slugthrower [2H | 7 Dam, Regular1, Range3, Ammo1, 5 Dur | ConstantE1, Slow Reload, Immobile Fire | 3 C]<br/><br/>Items: <br/>Land Mine [0 Dur, 0 Res | Proximity, Detonation8, Immobile, Unstable(6/6) | 1 C]</div></div></div>"
10158,Thoughtdeath [IC|Semi-Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322742,2014-12-10T16:58:00,Alleniana,"That was... better? Well, it wasn't too bad, but it wasn't too great either. Nobody seemed to be around, and he could evade them more easily simply by taking a few steps to the... north? How did he know it was north? There was no sun... it probably wasn't north, but his brain seemed convinced that it was a compass, so he took a few steps towards his side's arena's back, fully convinced that it was northwards. He walked slowly, though, concentrating on further improving the gun. He wanted it to pop a hole in someone, not pop and do nothing. At the moment, it was hard to aim, would barely do any damage, and had only a single ball to fire; the one currently in the barrel, which wasn't safe. He, being insane, didn't quite care or even really realise about the safety, but in an environment where four other people were nominally if not actually trying to kill him, it was perhaps more sane that one would think.<br/><br/>All the same, he morphed the weapon with his powers, which had proved surprisingly malleable, like Algerian potter's clay or the brains of a dead Rhinelander, and attempted to make it so that he could actually point and aim in what direction he wanted without recoil driving him off target or being unable to line up except for the most basic shots. If it worked... well, for his next trick, he'd beef it up to a bit more than a popgun. Hey, maybe it'd even be as decent as the flintlocks he'd used back in the day... though he'd mainly fired them into the air. Now, though, with no soldiers about to magically heed his sky-shots, it was less wise. He got to work, slowly ambling."
10159,Thoughtdeath [IC|Semi-Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322742,2014-12-10T20:46:00,Paketo,"<span style=""font-style: italic"">""well i got lucky and no one attacked while i was out of breath""</span>thought Julia to herself as she sat on top of her hill proclaiming herself Queen of the Hill within her head. She might need to make a sign proclaiming that in a little bit but now she went back to the task which she had been planning to do but her weariness from the hill stopped. She began concentrating trying to form a obsidian knife or at least some obsidian that she could form into a knifish shape. It would be a good Melee weapon for Julia if it went to CQ in combat and it probably wouldn't be too bad as a thrown weapon either. Her task of course did not stop Julia from observing the arena and watching the other contestants. The weird Frenchy italian guy was still messing with his pistol, the ape was going Bananas, the robot was retreating after making something which Julia guessed was a mine, and that other guy was chasing the robot. It was entertaining to say the least and she may just sit and watch from her hill until somebody goes after her."
10160,Thoughtdeath [IC|Semi-Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322742,2014-12-11T14:55:00,G-Tech Corporation,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Round 5</span><br/><br/>Thankfully the being didn't seem inclined to keep up motion for very long. It was a concerning beast, but one Brobot had been programmed to deal with. Standing ready for its assault, he lengthened the barrel of his slugthrower on its pedestal slightly, though the stretching process appeared to have shortened the caliber of the war machine. No matter. It could be fixed in due course.<br/><br/>Slugthrower +1 Range, -1 Dam<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>The mad Italian added more heft to the butt of his pistol, to stabilize its recoil and aid his aiming. Maybe now he would actually be able to hit something that wasn't directly in front of him. As he did so he stepped behind some high cover, not the worst idea when one of his friends to the east was wielding a gun of not inconsiderable oomph.<br/><br/>In the hands of that oomph-wielding lass, a wicked blade of black stone took shape. It would cut and slice, stab and dice, but it was rather flimsy; the stone was prone to cracking, and that certainly wouldn't be a good thing in the context of a stab-fight.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Arena""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Allenania : Napoleone : White | 10/10 HP<br/>1 At | 2 C | 1 R | 2 M | 2 Cog | 1 E<br/>Inv: Flintlock Pistol [1H | 1 Dam, Single1, Range4, Ammo1, 5 Dur | Immobile Fire | 6 C]<br/><br/>Shaggai : Ragnarr : Red | 10/10 HP<br/>4 At | 2 C | 2 R | 2 M | 1 Cog | 1 E<br/>Inv: 2 Credits, Choppa Pike [2H | 4 At, Regular1, 5 Dur | Polearm | 1 C], Scrap Armor [Torso | 1 Res, 5 Dur], Boots of Escape [Feet | +2 Mob, 5 Dur]<br/><br/>Paketo : Julia Lee : Purple | 15/15 HP<br/>2 At | 3 C | 2 R | 2 M | 1 Cog | 1 E<br/>Inv: 4 Credits, 2H | AGGG [2H | 2 Dam, Regular1, Range 2, Ammo1, 5 Dur], Scrap Armor [Torso | 1 Res, 5 Dur], Obsidian Blade [1H | 2 Dam, Regular1, 5 Dur | Fragile | 1 C]<br/><br/>Prusslandia : Bobo : Purple | 10/10 HP<br/>5 At | 2 C | 1 R | 2 M | 1 Cog | 1 E<br/>Inv: 4 Credits, Choppa [1H | 3 At, Regular1, 5 Dur], Scrap Armor [Torso | 1 Res, 5 Dur]<br/><br/>G-Tech Corporation : Brobot : Pink | 15/15 HP<br/>3 At | 3 C | 2 R | 2 M | 1 Cog | 1 E<br/>Inv: 2 Credits, Choppa (Holstered) [1H | 2 At, Regular1, 5 Dur], Scrap Armor [Torso | 1 Res, 5 Dur], Boots of Escape [Feet | +2 Mob, 5 Dur], Slugthrower [2H | 6 Dam, Regular1, Range4, Ammo1, 5 Dur | ConstantE1, Slow Reload, Immobile Fire | 4 C]<br/><br/>Items: <br/>Land Mine [0 Dur, 0 Res | Proximity, Detonation8, Immobile, Unstable(5/6) | 1 C]</div></div></div>"
10161,Thoughtdeath [IC|Semi-Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322742,2014-12-11T15:48:00,Paketo,"Well it was a blade, a fragile black blade but a blade that could be used. It might be really good as a throwing weapon as it would shatter and fracture penatrating the body in several places. Julia started to try and harden the obsidian blade as to make it a better weapon. Once it was acceptable, she would try to make another one but she needed to finish with this one first. She wanted to harden and sharpen the blade so it would be a excellent ripping and slashing blade."
10162,Thoughtdeath [IC|Semi-Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322742,2014-12-11T16:07:00,Shaggai,"The metal thing was avoiding combat, like a pathetic coward. It did not deserve a death in battle, but there was no other choice in such a restricted environment. He let the rage rise up within him, allowing it to take him fully this time. ""For the glory of Odin!"" Ragnarr shouted. He charged towards the robot, battleaxe held high. As he got close, he leaped up onto the raised ground and slashed at Brobot, the blade of his ax striking sparks off of the metal of Brobot's torso.<br/><br/>Ragnarr moves 3 spaces down and 1 to the left.<br/>Ragnarr attacks Brobot."
10163,Thoughtdeath [IC|Semi-Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322742,2014-12-12T23:47:00,Alleniana,"Ah, not bad. About as easy to aim as any flintlock could get. Sure, he wouldn't be able to aim it on the go, nor fire it without steadying himself for the not inconsiderable recoil, but it wasn't bad. Not perfect, and not quite ready, he thought, but not bad at all. Still, not quite more powerful than a popgun, and still not as far ranged as he would have liked, but it wouldn't need too much more finetuning.<br/><br/>Those he could see mostly seemed to be preoccupied. In the brief moment he dedicated to noticing them, those at the other end of the arena seemed to be fighting, and those clustered in his end, too. Two pairs and then him. Hmm, was there now 5 contestants? He swore there hadn't been that many before. Odd. Or maybe he'd forgotten to count. Uno, duo, trio, quattro... no, he was still counting fine. Curious.<br/><br/>In any case, he was confident it wasn't his imagination, and his eyes still worked fine, only being a few centuries old, and so he refined the weapon further. At present, it would quite literally do essentially nothing to anyone who he decided to attack, but with some beefing up, he was fairly sure that that could change. It was still a bit of a popgun, but now it was one that could graze, pierce... maybe kill, with enough shots.<br/><br/>Taking another step, as he was accustomed to, away from the fighters, towards the side of the arena, he began to make the gun a bit more than a decoration."
10164,Thoughtdeath [IC|Semi-Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322742,2014-12-13T16:45:00,G-Tech Corporation,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Round 6</span><br/><br/>Brobot flinched as the Viking raced towards him, the hairy ape-like creature placing one foot squarely on top of the mine it had thoughtfully buried for the being's consumption. With a flash of light and a roar of noise the device detonated, throwing shards of metal and a gout of flame up around the lower torso and legs of the being. It bellowed in pain, but hefted some sort of pike and stabbed into Brobot's body. His damage receptors started flashing. That<span style=""font-style: italic"">hurt</span>. Swiftly aiming down the sights of his Slugthrower, Brobot fired, the large slug slamming into the chest of the creature with a loud retort and sending it stumbling backwards, blood flowing from a cavity carved in the left side of its torso.<br/><br/>Brobot fires Slugthrower at Ragnarr.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>As Ragnarr advances he steps on the Land Mine, which explodes for 8 points of Damage. His natural Resilience (2) and Scrap Armor (1) absorb three points of that Damage, and Ragnarr loses 5 HP.<br/><br/>Ragnarr then stabs Brobot with his Choppa Pike, dealing 8 points of Damage. Brobot's natural Resilience (2) and Scrap Armor (1) absorb three points of that Damage, and Brobot loses 5 HP.<br/><br/>Brobot shoots Ragnarr with his Slugthrower, dealing 6 points of Damage. Three points of that Damage are absorbed, and Ragnarr loses 3 HP.<br/><br/>Julia, working with a point of fire between thumb and forefinger, refines her dagger. It should do some serious damage now, though it still wasn't something that should be used on too hard of an object.<br/><br/>Napoleone happily beefs up the caliber of his barrel, modifying the chamber to hold more than just a grain of gunpowder. With the right impact of spark to charge, it would be capable of firing at an appreciably dangerous velocity.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Arena""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Allenania : Napoleone : White | 10/10 HP<br/>1 At | 2 C | 1 R | 2 M | 2 Cog | 1 E<br/>Inv: Flintlock Pistol [1H | 3 Dam, Single1, Range4, Ammo1, 5 Dur | Immobile Fire | 6 C]<br/><br/>Shaggai : Ragnarr : Red | 2/10 HP<br/>4 At | 2 C | 2 R | 2 M | 1 Cog | 1 E<br/>Inv: 2 Credits, Choppa Pike [2H | 4 At, Regular1, 5 Dur | Polearm | 1 C], Scrap Armor [Torso | 1 Res, 5 Dur], Boots of Escape [Feet | +2 Mob, 5 Dur]<br/><br/>Paketo : Julia Lee : Purple | 15/15 HP<br/>2 At | 3 C | 2 R | 2 M | 1 Cog | 1 E<br/>Inv: 4 Credits, 2H | AGGG [2H | 2 Dam, Regular1, Range 2, Ammo1, 5 Dur], Scrap Armor [Torso | 1 Res, 5 Dur], Obsidian Blade [1H | 3 Dam, Regular1, 5 Dur | Fragile | 1 C]<br/><br/>Prusslandia : Bobo : Purple | 10/10 HP<br/>5 At | 2 C | 1 R | 2 M | 1 Cog | 1 E<br/>Inv: 4 Credits, Choppa [1H | 3 At, Regular1, 5 Dur], Scrap Armor [Torso | 1 Res, 5 Dur]<br/><br/>G-Tech Corporation : Brobot : Pink | 10/15 HP<br/>3 At | 3 C | 2 R | 2 M | 1 Cog | 1 E<br/>Inv: 2 Credits, Choppa (Holstered) [1H | 2 At, Regular1, 5 Dur], Scrap Armor [Torso | 1 Res, 5 Dur], Boots of Escape [Feet | +2 Mob, 5 Dur], Slugthrower [2H | 6 Dam, Regular1, Range4, Ammo0/1, 5 Dur | ConstantE1, Slow Reload, Immobile Fire | 4 C]</div></div></div>"
10165,Thoughtdeath [IC|Semi-Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322742,2014-12-13T22:57:00,Alleniana,"Another step north. More enlargement and strengthening of the gun. Adjusting his worn bicorn. The di Lombardia moved almost absently, only unfocusedly looking at his enemies across the gaps to the south and east. He was almost calm, but for his fiddling fingers and the lunatic look on his face. Oh, and of course, the fact that he was in an arena filled with people trying to kill each other.<br/><br/>Still, he was composed, calm, and inanely oblivious to most of what was around him with a decent reason. He had a good weapon, was far from the action, and as he had been told, death was only a temporary setback. Combined with his insanity, it was a recipe for easily not caring about much very much, and not for panic; distanced as he was, he had plenty of time to refine and improve his gun into a veritable death cannon.<br/><br/>Watching objectively, he drew himself back to the task at hand. Odd logical sequences flowed through his brain, somehow involving leaning out a window and muskets snapped in half, and he conjured up improvements for the pistol. In theory, it would shoot further now, with a slightly longer barrel and more refined mechanisms. In practise, it was a slightly better shooty thing. And that was good enough."
10166,Thoughtdeath [IC|Semi-Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322742,2014-12-13T23:03:00,G-Tech Corporation,"Brobot harrumphed as the stalwart Viking creature refused to go down. It was stubborn, and his torso ached from the pile-blow, a throughly unpleasant state of affairs. Sparks came from his circuitry, and coolant levels for his right arm were dropping. In short, he was bleeding.<br/><br/>With his clunky weapon empty and sorely unable to be reloaded with haste, there was just one option before the automation.<br/><br/>Attack.<br/><br/>Drawing his clumsy meat cleaver, he stepped forward a pace to slightly higher ground as the human reeled, and have the bloodied man a firm chop with his, erm, Choppa. Servos groaning and wincing with the weight of the weapon, he aimed for the lout's neck. These humans apparently required their bodies to be connected to their heads to function. Such a haphazard design."
10167,Thoughtdeath [IC|Semi-Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322742&start=25,2014-12-14T14:33:00,Shaggai,"Still reeling from the explosion and the shot, Ragnarr knew he was not in good condition. He was close to death. But at least he could die gloriously and reach Valhalla. He released an ululating yell, leaping to the side and slashing Brobot once again.<br/><br/>Ragnarr moves 1 space to the left (or down, if Brobot moved up. I'm not quite clear about that one).<br/>Ragnarr attacks Brobot."
10168,Thoughtdeath [IC|Semi-Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322742&start=25,2014-12-16T23:14:00,Paketo,"""Yes, my pointy stabby thing is even more pointy and stabby "" yelled Julia loud enough that probably everyone else in the arena could hear it. She ran her finger over the smooth black surface on the kife deciding that though it was good, it could be better. She decided to try and improve it one more time and this time focusing on the knife's durability instead of damage capability (on iphone and just wanted to get post up. Sorry for length)"
10169,Thoughtdeath [IC|Semi-Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322742&start=25,2014-12-25T15:03:00,G-Tech Corporation,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Round 7</span><br/><br/>Napoleone advanced slightly away from any action between those odd people back towards the center of what he could see of the little floating death arena, and elongated his pistol to give it better reach. Ah, this would be a bout to remember, when he finally started firing the thing.<br/>+1 Range: Flintlock Pistol<br/><br/>Brobot calmly stepped forward as the Viking pulled back his weapon for another blow, and with a slight swing of his Choppa, neatly decapitated the man. [3At + 2At (Choppa) - 2Res - 1Res(ScrapArmor) = 2 Damage | Ragnarr: 2/10HP -> 0/10HP] His corpse twitched slightly, falling down with a bit of a wet gurgle, and the man's foot stepped a bit forward as he fell, as if the man had meant to move. But alas, the Viking was no more. The deafening cheers of the crowd were only shut out by the well of bloodlust this kill stirred up in the automaton. This was what he had been programmed to do.<br/><br/>Julia merely contented herself with making her knife tougher and less likely to break if she had to block with it, or something like that. The ape wasn't advancing towards her, seeming content to drool and play with its atrociously colored weapon, and she would be ready for it when it came.<br/>+5 Dur,<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Arena""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Allenania : Napoleone : White | 10/10 HP<br/>1 At | 2 C | 1 R | 2 M | 2 Cog | 1 E<br/>Inv: Flintlock Pistol [1H | 3 Dam, Single1, Range5, Ammo1, 5 Dur | Immobile Fire | 7 C]<br/><br/>Shaggai : Ragnarr : Red | 0/10 HP (Dead)<br/>4 At | 2 C | 2 R | 2 M | 1 Cog | 1 E<br/>Inv: 2 Credits, Choppa Pike [2H | 4 At, Regular1, 5 Dur | Polearm | 1 C], Scrap Armor [Torso | 1 Res, 5 Dur], Boots of Escape [Feet | +2 Mob, 5 Dur]<br/><br/>Paketo : Julia Lee : Purple | 15/15 HP<br/>2 At | 3 C | 2 R | 2 M | 1 Cog | 1 E<br/>Inv: 4 Credits, 2H | AGGG [2H | 2 Dam, Regular1, Range 2, Ammo1, 5 Dur], Scrap Armor [Torso | 1 Res, 5 Dur], Obsidian Blade [1H | 3 Dam, Regular1, 10 Dur | Fragile | 2 C]<br/><br/>Prusslandia : Bobo : Purple | 10/10 HP<br/>5 At | 2 C | 1 R | 2 M | 1 Cog | 1 E<br/>Inv: 4 Credits, Choppa [1H | 3 At, Regular1, 5 Dur], Scrap Armor [Torso | 1 Res, 5 Dur]<br/><br/>G-Tech Corporation : Brobot : Pink | 10/15 HP<br/>3 At | 3 C | 2 R | 2 M | 1 Cog | 1 E<br/>Inv: 2 Credits, Choppa [1H | 2 At, Regular1, 5 Dur], Scrap Armor [Torso | 1 Res, 5 Dur], Boots of Escape [Feet | +2 Mob, 5 Dur], Slugthrower (Holstered) [2H | 6 Dam, Regular1, Range4, Ammo0/1, 5 Dur | ConstantE1, Slow Reload, Immobile Fire | 4 C]</div></div></div>"
10170,Thoughtdeath [IC|Semi-Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322742&start=25,2014-12-26T17:55:00,Paketo,Her knife was a good weapon now but her ranged weapon wasn't exactly a great weapon. Julia picked it up and tossed it in her hands before looking down the simple sights. It would do fine for a close target but she needed range from where she was. She set to work trying to improve the weapon focusing on the sights as accuracy would make the range much better for the weapon. Her hill made sure anyone that tried to reach her on foot would be tired by the time they reached her but being able to hit them before they even started up the hill or taking on an opponent with a ranged weapon needed a ranged weapon with alot of range.
10171,Thoughtdeath [IC|Semi-Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322742&start=25,2014-12-27T10:28:00,Prusslandia,"Welp, the flea infested hairy legs died. Too bad. Looking about, Bobo spotted new prey. A madman shouting in some language, waving a gun about. Gripping his Choppa, Bobo charged, yelling something along the lines of ape supremacy and banana addiction. As he charged, another ape told him to buy some removable feet. Agreeing, Bobo bought these things called the 'boots of escape'. Humans called removable feet 'shoes'. Freaks."
10172,Thoughtdeath [IC|Semi-Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322742&start=25,2014-12-27T15:14:00,G-Tech Corporation,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Round 8</span><br/><br/>Brobot relished his victory, before fixing his optical sensors on the north and the three other contestants remaining. They were formidable, and were still warily circling each other, so he would have to be cautious. His torso was damaged quite badly, so as he walked forward some sparks flew from a damaged cogitator. The AI of the machine frowned, but this was no time for repairs. Not yet, at any rate. With lumbering steps unslowed like those of a mere organic, he stooped and picked up the formidable chopping pike of his defeated adversary. It was sharper than his Choppa, so he left the old weapon on the ground. Even as Brobot lumbered a pace forward, the ground upon which the body of the Viking lay disappeared for a moment, sending the corpse tumbling down to be incinerated by the plasma below. Hmm. Well, only a few seconds to loot, that made sense.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>Julia added some range to her gun, giving it a longer rifled barrel to spit her bit of deathly metal some more feet with accuracy. A bit of the power was sacrificed, a decreased muzzle velocity she could tell, but that could be easily enough remedied.<br/>AGGG +1 Range, -1 Dam<br/><br/>Bobo rushed south and a bit west, his new fake feet carrying him with the speed of a gazelle on the high African veld. He had never moved so nimbly before, and his brain buzzed with pleasure at the thought of the kill to come. Only a few more strides, and that puny two-legs would be in range of his chopping banana.<br/><br/>Napoleone refined his pistol, somewhat content with its range, but less content with its stopping power.<br/>Flintlock Pistol: +2 Dam<br/><br/>Brobot trades Choppa for Choppa Pike from Ragnarr's body.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Arena""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Allenania : Napoleone : White | 10/10 HP<br/>1 At | 2 C | 1 R | 2 M | 2 Cog | 1 E<br/>Inv: Flintlock Pistol [1H | 5 Dam, Single1, Range5, Ammo1, 5 Dur | Immobile Fire | 7 C]<br/><br/>Paketo : Julia Lee : Sea Green | 15/15 HP<br/>2 At | 3 C | 2 R | 2 M | 1 Cog | 1 E<br/>Inv: 4 Credits, 2H | AGGG [2H | 1 Dam, Regular1, Range 3, Ammo1, 5 Dur], Scrap Armor [Torso | 1 Res, 5 Dur], Obsidian Blade [1H | 3 Dam, Regular1, 10 Dur | Fragile | 2 C]<br/><br/>Prusslandia : Bobo : Purple | 10/10 HP<br/>5 At | 2 C | 1 R | 2 M | 1 Cog | 1 E<br/>Inv: 2 Credits, Choppa [1H | 3 At, Regular1, 5 Dur], Scrap Armor [Torso | 1 Res, 5 Dur], Boots of Escape [Feet | +2 Mob, 5 Dur]<br/><br/>G-Tech Corporation : Brobot : Pink | 10/15 HP<br/>3 At | 3 C | 2 R | 2 M | 1 Cog | 1 E<br/>Inv: 2 Credits, Choppa Pike [2H | 5 At, Regular1, 5 Dur | Polearm | 1 C], Scrap Armor [Torso | 1 Res, 5 Dur], Boots of Escape [Feet | +2 Mob, 5 Dur], Slugthrower (Holstered) [2H | 6 Dam, Regular1, Range4, Ammo0/1, 5 Dur | ConstantE1, Slow Reload, Immobile Fire | 4 C]</div></div></div>"
10173,Thoughtdeath [IC|Semi-Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322742&start=25,2014-12-29T06:10:00,Alleniana,"Well, how rude! Here he was, innocently putting the final touches and polishes on his flintlock, and then came this ape, gambolling across the arena's ground towards him. It appeared hostile, and not at all civilised. Napoleone was, indeed, quite annoyed. Not only would he have to put aside his gun, as it had not the ammo nor the range to be effectively used at this time, but he would have to fight it; possibly, nay, probably to be an unpleasant experience. Maybe he'd even die. That would be irking.<br/><br/>Quickly, he took a step towards the back of the arena, while conjuring a new weapon to use. Holstering the gun, which wasn't going to be as useful as he'd hoped, at least here, he began creating a weapon... a cutlass? No, no... he racked his potholed brain for something worthwhile.<br/><br/>A rapier! Despite insanity, it had come up with a decent idea, a big long sharp pointy thing to stick the overgrown monkey through with. While stepping away, Napoleone conjured it, not quite caring about its range nor clumsiness; now, he simply wanted the object that he could deal the most damage with, standing as he soon would be on a bit of hillock which might give him some power. He'd make his stand there, and hack and stab at the hairy thing until it died. It seemed like a decent strategy, but for the fact that there was no guarantee he was better at hacking or stabbing than the ape. Oh well, it wasn't as if he cared about living or dying, even disregarding his reincarnation that would occur."
10174,Thoughtdeath [IC|Semi-Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322742&start=25,2014-12-30T10:27:00,Paketo,A nice long barrel now was fitted at the end of Julia's AGGG but it was easily seen that the muzzle velocity would be less now with this upgrade meaning less damage to her target. That didn't really matter however to Julia as her gun was simply a weapon to hit from afar while the person charged and then she could kill them with the knife. The gun however did need something more before it could truly be a weapon that she could wear down opponents with and that was more ammo capacity. Julia began to work trying to make a 5 round clip attachment for the AGGG
10175,Thoughtdeath [IC|Semi-Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322742&start=25,2015-01-12T15:43:00,G-Tech Corporation,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Round 9</span><br/><br/>Brobot assessed the weapon he had hefted. More weight, and a handle to swing with. These were good things in the robotic minion's opinion. It could be used to bash with a haft if the enemy got close, or dice them finely at a pace or two. A most ingenious polearm, and one that still had left rents in his side. All it needed was a bit more oomph behind the swing; but that was a matter he didn't have to address this instant. Instead, as he stepped forward towards the north, the optics of the automaton assessed his opponents. One had a gun worth its name, but the other two were comparatively lightly armed in the ranged combat department. Brobot adjudged this as a useful insight into the tactics of his foes, and hefted the Slugthrower off his shoulders. A bulky and clumsy weapon, it needed refinement, so it could match the killing machine that he -apparently- was. To work then. He refined the firing mechanism of the kinetic slugs; for now they would fire with a bit less oomph due to rerouting the gas chamber, but loading the machine would be much less of a performance.<br/><br/>Brobot moved north and east (2)<br/>Slugthrower: -1 Damage, Removed Slow Reload<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Napoleone</span>warily stepped back northwards, holstering his pistol and drawing his energy in again. Some in the crowd cheered him on, and from the air manifested.. well, one could call it a rapier, perhaps. More like swinging a lead pole than anything, but it would at least make him more dangerous than a man playing at fisticuffs. After all, a sharp stick is better than no stick at all. It was bulky, heavy, and took two arms to swing, but looked like it might be able to spit a charging boar. Or ape.<br/><br/>Napoleone gains Rapier? [2H | 3 Damage, Regular1, Dur5 | Bulky], moves one step northwards.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Julia</span>sat atop her pillar, still happily tooling up for the fight to come. She tried to make a normal autoloader component, like was common most places, but frankly didn't quite know how such a mechanism worked. In the end her mind could only make a sort of revolving-chamber attachment, essentially allowing her to fire one shot and then rotate the revolver to fire the next without manually reloading. Much better, but the other chamber in her gun was modestly empty.<br/><br/>Julia upgraded AGGG with Ammo2<br/><br/>Bobo had the scent of battle in his large ape nostrils, and as he came around the cliff-side his quarry presented itself. His animalistic mind happily presented the backpedaling of the odd Italian (French? Who cares?) man as flight from danger, an opportunity to strike. Leaping forward like a jungle thing, his feet propelled by the fake feet with speed, Bobo swung his ridiculous weapon with throughly serious force, catching the nasty man in the side of his chest with a gaping wound. His fancy uniform was no help here, and with the chop Bobo bared his teeth aggressively. How the crowd roared to see the fountain of crimson pouring from the Italian!<br/><br/>Bobo moves west two, then north two, and attacks Napoleone with 8 Damage [5 At + 3 Dam from Choppa], inflicting 7 points of damage to Napoleone and opening a gaping wound in his side [8 Damage - 1 (Res): 7 HP lost).<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""The Arena""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Allenania : Napoleone : White | 3/10 HP<br/>1 At | 2 C | 1 R | 2 M | 2 Cog | 1 E<br/>Inv: Flintlock Pistol (Holstered) [1H | 5 Dam, Single1, Range5, Ammo1, 5 Dur | Immobile Fire | 7 C], Rapier? [2H | 3 Damage, Regular1, Dur5 | Bulky | 2 C]<br/><br/>Paketo : Julia Lee : Sea Green | 15/15 HP<br/>2 At | 3 C | 2 R | 2 M | 1 Cog | 1 E<br/>Inv: 4 Credits, 2H | AGGG [2H | 1 Dam, Regular1, Range 3, Ammo1/2, 5 Dur], Scrap Armor [Torso | 1 Res, 5 Dur], Obsidian Blade [1H | 3 Dam, Regular1, 10 Dur | Fragile | 2 C]<br/><br/>Prusslandia : Bobo : Purple | 10/10 HP<br/>5 At | 2 C | 1 R | 2 M | 1 Cog | 1 E<br/>Inv: 2 Credits, Choppa [1H | 3 At, Regular1, 5 Dur], Scrap Armor [Torso | 1 Res, 5 Dur], Boots of Escape [Feet | +2 Mob, 5 Dur]<br/><br/>G-Tech Corporation : Brobot : Pink | 10/15 HP<br/>3 At | 3 C | 2 R | 2 M | 1 Cog | 1 E<br/>Inv: 2 Credits, Choppa Pike [2H | 5 At, Regular1, 5 Dur | Polearm | 1 C] (Holstered), Scrap Armor [Torso | 1 Res, 5 Dur], Boots of Escape [Feet | +2 Mob, 5 Dur], Slugthrower [2H | 5 Dam, Regular1, Range4, Ammo0/1, 5 Dur | ConstantE1, Immobile Fire | 5 C]</div></div></div>"
10176,Thoughtdeath [IC|Semi-Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322742&start=25,2015-01-12T23:04:00,Alleniana,"Napoleone gasped and began to spit blood. The thing! It ran like a demon, stabbed like... well, a demon, as well! The pain from his terrible internal metaphor mixed with the pain resulting from his wound, and he realized that he couldn't hold out now. Though he'd spent so long on his gun, now it was... for vain. He was as good as dead.<br/><br/>Never one to give up, though, even in insanity and only temporary death, he threw the rapier, something he now realised was scarcely a piece of scrap metal after his efforts, to the side. He drew his pistol, and with a final, solemn act, and with his only ammunition (though he could easily make more given time), he shot the ape. There. He'd at least left a mark, and that counted for something. Adieu, au revoir.<br/><br/>He waited for it to strike again, whereupon he had no doubt that he would be dead. And then, not long after, not."
10177,Thoughtdeath [IC|Semi-Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322742&start=25,2015-01-13T11:19:00,Paketo,"The Napoleon guy was surely dead with another hit from that Ape. Julia knew that as soon as he was done, it would be her next and she only had a single round of ammo currently. She would need more if she was to survive and that was what she set about to do. Her armor and knife would hold up if she could deliver a bit of damage prior to engagement.<br/><br/>She was hoping to make at least 7 rounds before the ape got in range"
10178,Thoughtdeath [IC|Semi-Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322742&start=25,2015-01-13T17:48:00,Prusslandia,"As the fresh blood spurted onto Bobo, the crowd roared in sick pleasure. And Bobo roared in return, in an primeval fury not seen in this world since man first killed man. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Blood !</span><span style=""font-style: italic"">I ! Demand ! Blood !</span>"" Raising his choppa again, Bobo aimed for his combatants head. Truly, man is weak."
10179,Thoughtdeath [IC|Semi-Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322742&start=25,2015-01-13T18:00:00,G-Tech Corporation,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Round 10</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Brobot</span>was still far away from the action, the action that the roar of the crowd told him was heating up. Logic circuits told him he had to hurry, to close the distance rapidly, but there was no time for that at this point in time. Better to arrive later and with the force to end this conflict in his favor than rush and get shot to bits when he did arrive. It was against some bits of his programming, the bloodthirsty decapitate-y bits of his programming, but it would have to do for now. He added a reciprocal chamber to his slugthrower, modifying it for braced fire and a greater velocity from primary gas ignition. Forward, then, towards the melee unfolding to the north.<br/><br/>Brobot moves north and east, adds Ammo2, +1 Range, Unidirectional Fire.<br/><br/>To the north,<span style=""font-style: italic"">Napoleone</span>staggered a bit, then pulled out his flintlock pistol and bluntly shot the ape in the face. It was a small weapon, but at this range it was impossible to miss, and the velocity of the slug buried it deep in the creature's chest, causing a fountaining flow of crimson despite the musculature and armor the beast bore upon its body. Though the Italian was injured himself, mortally so, a measure of revenge did he have now.<br/><br/>Bobo is shot by Napoleone with his Flintlock Pistol for 6 At [5 Dam +(1/2~1 At)], receiving 4 Damage [6-1Res-1Armor: 4]<br/><br/>On her isolated islet, Julia continued working away on her weapon. With its enhanced ammunition capacity, a very real issue presented itself; she didn't have enough bullets to fill the large killy weapon. So, working via her connection to the neural network of matter manifestation that was IMSA, Julia pulled a few of the pellets that fed her gun from a flash of light. Four of them there were, but she didn't have any place to hold them. Small and shiny in the light of the dome, they could be slotted into her gun, ready for firing at its current caliber size in moments. She simply put them on the ground, like the archers of old would stick an arrow.<br/><br/>Julia made 5 Bullets (Dam 1).<br/><br/>The Choppa swung through the air like a feather, Bobo hefting it despite the pain in his chest from the lead ball that the unscrupulous Frenchman had shot him with. It fell like a hand of some ancient deity, though it was slightly turned at the last minute, and it neatly cracked the skull of the opponent before the great Ape. It's boney protection for its brain caved in, the creature fell instantly, dead, neck shattered at the same time as its weak fleshy body ceased function. More yells from the crowd, and Bobo smiled, the power rushing to his head happily.<br/><br/>Bobo kills Napoleone with Choppa, inflicting 8 Damage, one of which is absorbed by Napoleone's Resistance. Napoleone's Health falls from 3 to 0, rendering him distinctly dead.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""The Arena""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Allenania : Napoleone : White | 0/10 HP | Dead<br/>1 At | 2 C | 1 R | 2 M | 2 Cog | 1 E<br/>Inv: Flintlock Pistol (Holstered) [1H | 5 Dam, Single1, Range5, Ammo1, 5 Dur | Immobile Fire | 7 C], Rapier? [2H | 3 Damage, Regular1, Dur5 | Bulky | 2 C]<br/><br/>Paketo : Julia Lee : Sea Green | 15/15 HP<br/>2 At | 3 C | 2 R | 2 M | 1 Cog | 1 E<br/>Inv: 4 Credits, 2H | AGGG [2H | 1 Dam, Regular1, Range 3, Ammo1/2, 5 Dur], Scrap Armor [Torso | 1 Res, 5 Dur], Obsidian Blade [1H | 3 Dam, Regular1, 10 Dur | Fragile | 2 C]<br/><br/>Prusslandia : Bobo : Purple | 6/10 HP<br/>5 At | 2 C | 1 R | 2 M | 1 Cog | 1 E<br/>Inv: 2 Credits, Choppa [1H | 3 At, Regular1, 5 Dur], Scrap Armor [Torso | 1 Res, 5 Dur], Boots of Escape [Feet | +2 Mob, 5 Dur]<br/><br/>G-Tech Corporation : Brobot : Pink | 10/15 HP<br/>3 At | 3 C | 2 R | 2 M | 1 Cog | 1 E<br/>Inv: 2 Credits, Choppa Pike [2H | 5 At, Regular1, 5 Dur | Polearm | 1 C] (Holstered), Scrap Armor [Torso | 1 Res, 5 Dur], Boots of Escape [Feet | +2 Mob, 5 Dur], Slugthrower [2H | 5 Dam, Regular1, Range5, Ammo0/2, 5 Dur | ConstantE1, Immobile Fire, Unidirectional Fire | 6 C]<br/><br/>Ground: Under Julia: 4 Bullets (Dam 1)</div></div></div>"
10180,Thoughtdeath [IC|Semi-Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322742&start=25,2015-01-14T18:25:00,G-Tech Corporation,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Round 11</span><br/><br/>Brobot nodded somewhat sagely as the fleshy human fell before the gorilla's assault. Soon it would come for him, or try to rush the other meatbag. And when that time came, he would happily receive it with a bullet to the face. He scrambled up a short rise, then down the rise again, before placing his pike on the ground and generating a large slug for his weapon. It was a hefty piece, one good for doing a lot of killing, and when the time came it would kill indeed.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Brobot</span>creates a Bullet (D5) for his Slugthrower, after moving two squares north.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Julia</span>further augmented the ammunition capacity of her AGGG to 3.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Napoleone</span>'s body fell away into the abyss from the collapsed floor of the platform, being unceremoniously incinerated by plasma as the crowd looked on for more battle.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Arena""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Paketo : Julia Lee : Sea Green | 15/15 HP<br/>2 At | 3 C | 2 R | 2 M | 1 Cog | 1 E<br/>Inv: 4 Credits, 2H | AGGG [2H | 1 Dam, Regular1, Range 3, Ammo1/2, 5 Dur], Scrap Armor [Torso | 1 Res, 5 Dur], Obsidian Blade [1H | 3 Dam, Regular1, 10 Dur | Fragile | 2 C]<br/><br/>Prusslandia : Bobo : Purple | 6/10 HP<br/>5 At | 2 C | 1 R | 2 M | 1 Cog | 1 E<br/>Inv: 2 Credits, Choppa [1H | 3 At, Regular1, 5 Dur], Scrap Armor [Torso | 1 Res, 5 Dur], Boots of Escape [Feet | +2 Mob, 5 Dur]<br/><br/>G-Tech Corporation : Brobot : Pink | 10/15 HP<br/>3 At | 3 C | 2 R | 2 M | 1 Cog | 1 E<br/>Inv: 2 Credits, Choppa Pike [2H | 5 At, Regular1, 5 Dur | Polearm | 1 C] (Holstered), Scrap Armor [Torso | 1 Res, 5 Dur], Boots of Escape [Feet | +2 Mob, 5 Dur], 1 Bullet [5D]<br/><br/>Ground: Under Julia: 4 Bullets (Dam 1)<br/>Under Brobot: Slugthrower [2H | 5 Dam, Regular1, Range5, Ammo0/2, 5 Dur | ConstantE1, Immobile Fire, Unidirectional Fire | 6 C]</div></div></div>"
10181,Thoughtdeath [IC|Semi-Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322742&start=25,2015-01-14T18:33:00,Paketo,"The AGGG had turned into a decent weapon now with the ability is rapidly fire three rounds semi accurately but it would do no good if she had no ammo in the gun so she loaded it to full capacity. As soon as all the slots were filled, she realized she would likely need more bullets and began to create more. (If Bobo or bro it moves to attack Julia she will take a potshot at them trying to scare them away from her)"
10182,Thoughtdeath [IC|Semi-Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322742&start=25,2015-01-16T06:44:00,G-Tech Corporation,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Round 12</span><br/><br/>Brobot's programming urged him forwards, refuting the logic of staying back to improve his weapons. It was an unfortunate emotional cycle his creators had added to him, but the crowd wanted blood, not contestants faffing about with archaic weapons. He loaded the round into gun as he picked it up, and lurched forwards a few steps. From here he was just about in striking distance of his favorite foes.. ah, to savor more blood and decapitation, life was good as a Killmaster 9000.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Julia</span>creates another 5 bullets and adds them to the growing silvery pile under her weapon.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Brobot</span>moves north 2 and loads his weapon.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""The Arena""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Paketo : Julia Lee : Sea Green | 15/15 HP<br/>2 At | 3 C | 2 R | 2 M | 1 Cog | 1 E<br/>Inv: 4 Credits, 2H | AGGG [2H | 1 Dam, Regular1, Range 3, Ammo1/2, 5 Dur], Scrap Armor [Torso | 1 Res, 5 Dur], Obsidian Blade [1H | 3 Dam, Regular1, 10 Dur | Fragile | 2 C]<br/><br/>Prusslandia : Bobo : Purple | 6/10 HP<br/>5 At | 2 C | 1 R | 2 M | 1 Cog | 1 E<br/>Inv: 2 Credits, Choppa [1H | 3 At, Regular1, 5 Dur], Scrap Armor [Torso | 1 Res, 5 Dur], Boots of Escape [Feet | +2 Mob, 5 Dur]<br/><br/>G-Tech Corporation : Brobot : Pink | 10/15 HP<br/>3 At | 3 C | 2 R | 2 M | 1 Cog | 1 E<br/>Inv: 2 Credits, Choppa Pike [2H | 5 At, Regular1, 5 Dur | Polearm | 1 C] (Holstered), Scrap Armor [Torso | 1 Res, 5 Dur], Boots of Escape [Feet | +2 Mob, 5 Dur], Slugthrower [2H | 5 Dam, Regular1, Range5, Ammo1/2, 5 Dur | ConstantE1, Immobile Fire, Unidirectional Fire | 6 C]<br/><br/>Ground: Under Julia: 10 Bullets (Dam 1)</div></div></div>"
10183,Thoughtdeath [IC|Semi-Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322742&start=25,2015-01-16T09:33:00,G-Tech Corporation,"Brobot advanced, pike in hand. The simian would perish. Over a low rise he leapt, servos whirring, and around an earthen pillar. With a mechanical howl he swung at the extreme of his range.<br/><br/>Exterminate. Exterminate.<br/><br/>Brobot moves north two, west one, north one, attacks Bobo with Choppa Pike."
10184,Thoughtdeath [IC|Semi-Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322742&start=25,2015-01-16T12:23:00,Prusslandia,"Bobo was simply munching on the remains of the dead European, when that fake man rushed at him. Grumbling, Bobo lifted up his choppa to block the synthetics pike, roaring a battle cry.<br/><br/>(I'll increase the length in a bit)"
10185,Thoughtdeath [IC|Semi-Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322742&start=25,2015-01-16T18:48:00,Paketo,Julia had a good amount of ammo now and she could rapidly fire three shots. Now she just needed more range on the AGGG to keep her high ground secure. She watched as the robot went after then ape and not after her. It seemed her strategy was a good one as the winner of this battle would be wounded and easy for her to kill once the fight war over. Julia had to pick Brobot to win it as the ape was already wounded by that crazy european.
10186,Thoughtdeath [IC|Semi-Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322742&start=25,2015-01-16T19:15:00,G-Tech Corporation,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Round 13</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Brobot</span>swung his pike down, which<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bobo</span>raised his own Choppa to parry with. The Choppa in the Ape's hands took the brunt of the blow, (5 Dur - 8 Dam = 0 Dur) shattering on impact after being cloven through by the force of Brobot's superior weapon. The pike whistled on down into Bobo's shoulder, neatly slicing into the great ape's arm, (3 Dam - 1 Res - 1 Res (Scarp Armor) = 1 Dam) and leaving a superficial cut. [Bobo: 6 Hp -> 5 HP] The Choppa was still in the ape's hands, but had been cleanly cut in twain.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Julia</span>elongated her barrel again, to give it more accuracy at range. The sliding mechanism seemed to complain though, and she doubted it would fit her ammo anymore, or be able to do much damage at all.<br/><br/>Julia: AGGG +1 Range, -1 Dam<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""The Arena""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Paketo : Julia Lee : Sea Green | 15/15 HP<br/>2 At | 3 C | 2 R | 2 M | 1 Cog | 1 E<br/>Inv: 4 Credits, 2H | AGGG [2H | 0 Dam, Regular1, Range4, Ammo1/3, 5 Dur], Scrap Armor [Torso | 1 Res, 5 Dur], Obsidian Blade [1H | 3 Dam, Regular1, 10 Dur | Fragile | 2 C]<br/><br/>Prusslandia : Bobo : Purple | 5/10 HP<br/>5 At | 2 C | 1 R | 2 M | 1 Cog | 1 E<br/>Inv: 2 Credits, Choppa [1H | 3 At, Regular1, 0 Dur (Broken)], Scrap Armor [Torso | 1 Res, 5 Dur], Boots of Escape [Feet | +2 Mob, 5 Dur]<br/><br/>G-Tech Corporation : Brobot : Pink | 10/15 HP<br/>3 At | 3 C | 2 R | 2 M | 1 Cog | 1 E<br/>Inv: 2 Credits, Choppa Pike [2H | 5 At, Regular1, 5 Dur | Polearm | 1 C] (Holstered), Scrap Armor [Torso | 1 Res, 5 Dur], Boots of Escape [Feet | +2 Mob, 5 Dur], Slugthrower [2H | 5 Dam, Regular1, Range5, Ammo1/2, 5 Dur | ConstantE1, Immobile Fire, Unidirectional Fire | 6 C]<br/><br/>Ground: Under Julia: 10 Bullets (Dam 1)</div></div></div>"
10187,Thoughtdeath [IC|Semi-Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322742&start=25,2015-01-16T21:39:00,Paketo,"""Well that's not good"" said Julia as she looked at her AGGG which seemingly was being mad at her modifications. her weapon might not even fit her ammo anymore which was bad so she quickly went about trying to fix it. Simply she was trying to keep the weapon able to fire the ammo at her feet."
10188,Thoughtdeath [IC|Semi-Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322742&start=25,2015-01-16T21:53:00,G-Tech Corporation,"Brobot's eyes sparked, as bright as daylight, a twisted smile passing over his mechanical face. Another blow, he drew back his pike and then thrust it straight into the ape. No more weapons to block with this time. The inevitability of the triumph of metal over flesh. Brobot stepped forwards with his swing, and brought the pike forward into the only-barely armored simian. No more resistance. Glorious victory.<br/><br/>Brobot moves north one, attacks Bobo again with Choppa Pike."
10189,Thoughtdeath [IC|Semi-Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322742&start=25,2015-01-17T12:00:00,G-Tech Corporation,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Round 14</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Julia</span>increased the caliber of her scrap-metal gun, augmenting it back up to the level of the bullets strewn at her feet. It was still a bit of a pop-gun, but at least it had some serious range now. Enough to soften up any foe before they got to her, with a bit of luck.<br/>AGGG +1 Dam<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Brobot</span>struck Bobo neatly in the middle of the Ape's chest, spitting him like a pig over a banquet fire. The Ape gasped, gurgled, and then slid down off the pike, dead. [8 Dam - 2 (Res+Armor) = 6 Damage] [5HP - 6 HP = 0 HP]<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""The Arena""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Paketo : Julia Lee : Sea Green | 15/15 HP<br/>2 At | 3 C | 2 R | 2 M | 1 Cog | 1 E<br/>Inv: 4 Credits, 2H | AGGG [2H | 1 Dam, Regular1, Range4, Ammo1/3, 5 Dur], Scrap Armor [Torso | 1 Res, 5 Dur], Obsidian Blade [1H | 3 Dam, Regular1, 10 Dur | Fragile | 2 C]<br/><br/>Prusslandia : Bobo : Purple | 0/10 HP (Dead)<br/>5 At | 2 C | 1 R | 2 M | 1 Cog | 1 E<br/>Inv: 2 Credits, Choppa [1H | 3 At, Regular1, 0 Dur (Broken)], Scrap Armor [Torso | 1 Res, 5 Dur], Boots of Escape [Feet | +2 Mob, 5 Dur]<br/><br/>G-Tech Corporation : Brobot : Pink | 10/15 HP<br/>3 At | 3 C | 2 R | 2 M | 1 Cog | 1 E<br/>Inv: 2 Credits, Choppa Pike [2H | 5 At, Regular1, 5 Dur | Polearm | 1 C] (Holstered), Scrap Armor [Torso | 1 Res, 5 Dur], Boots of Escape [Feet | +2 Mob, 5 Dur], Slugthrower [2H | 5 Dam, Regular1, Range5, Ammo1/2, 5 Dur | ConstantE1, Immobile Fire, Unidirectional Fire | 6 C]<br/><br/>Ground: Under Julia: 10 Bullets (Dam 1)</div></div></div>"
10190,Thoughtdeath [IC|Semi-Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322742&start=25,2015-01-17T12:03:00,Paketo,"The ape was dead and now the robot would be coming for Julia but he was out of range for now meaning she had a bit of time to upgrade herself. She set about trying to give her AGGG a bit more damage as to make her more than just a weapon to soften up a person, it would possibly be able to kill them. Three accurate shots at once would be great against a person and possibly take them down if powerful enough."
10191,Thoughtdeath [IC|Semi-Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322742&start=25,2015-01-17T12:37:00,G-Tech Corporation,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Round 15</span><br/><br/>Brobot's sensors registered the ground falling away grinding beneath Bobo, the mechanisms soon to drop the still-warm corpse away to the seething lake of plasma below. He didn't care though, for his optics were instead trained on his more obvious foe, the only remaining contestant except for the man of metal and wire. It was fascinating, really, that he had done so well. A former cleaning robot, the scientists here at the Dome had modified him essentially at the last minute for battle. And here he had dispatched two of his fleshy foes, and excellent state of affairs. With metal limbs Brobot mounted the wall at his side, placing his Choppa on the ground atop the rise and conjuring another bullet for his Slugthrower into existence, putting the Slugthrower in its position facing east.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Julia</span>augments the caliber of her Grot's Gun, a more formidable bullet ready to plow into her foes.<br/>AGGG +1 Damage<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Brobot</span>climbs east 1, creates ammunition for his Slugthrower.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""The Arena""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Paketo : Julia Lee : Sea Green | 15/15 HP<br/>2 At | 3 C | 2 R | 2 M | 1 Cog | 1 E<br/>Inv: 4 Credits, 2H | AGGG [2H | 2 Dam, Regular1, Range4, Ammo1(1s)/3, 5 Dur], Scrap Armor [Torso | 1 Res, 5 Dur], Obsidian Blade [1H | 3 Dam, Regular1, 10 Dur | Fragile | 2 C]<br/><br/>Prusslandia : Bobo : Purple | 0/10 HP (Dead)<br/>5 At | 2 C | 1 R | 2 M | 1 Cog | 1 E<br/>Inv: 2 Credits, Choppa [1H | 3 At, Regular1, 0 Dur (Broken)], Scrap Armor [Torso | 1 Res, 5 Dur], Boots of Escape [Feet | +2 Mob, 5 Dur]<br/><br/>G-Tech Corporation : Brobot : Pink | 10/15 HP<br/>3 At | 3 C | 2 R | 2 M | 1 Cog | 1 E<br/>Inv: 2 Credits, Scrap Armor [Torso | 1 Res, 5 Dur], Boots of Escape [Feet | +2 Mob, 5 Dur], Slugthrower [2H | 5 Dam, Regular1, Range5, Ammo1/2, 5 Dur | ConstantE1, Immobile Fire, Unidirectional Fire | 6 C], Bullet (Dam 5)<br/><br/>Ground: Under Julia: 10 Bullets (Dam 1)<br/>Under Brobot: Choppa Pike [2H | 5 At, Regular1, 5 Dur | Polearm | 1 C]</div></div></div>"
10192,Thoughtdeath [IC|Semi-Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322742&start=50,2015-01-17T12:46:00,Paketo,"That robot looked like he was about to launch something big and explodey at Julia so she made a decision to abandon her position on the hill but she needed to get her AGGG loaded before then. She dropped her knife and quickly grabbed a bullet before dropping down the hill leaving her knife. She could go back and get it if Brobot came closer but now she had to make two bullets to fully load her gun fully and thats exactly what she did.<br/><br/>Julia drops knife, grabs a bullet, and drops down the hill before making two more bullets"
10193,Thoughtdeath [IC|Semi-Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322742&start=50,2015-01-17T13:26:00,G-Tech Corporation,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Round 16</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Julia</span>dismounts the earthen rampart in a huff, leaving a few bits and bobs behind. After dusting herself off she summons up a few more rounds for her more lethal weapon, preparing for the foe's assault. Her gun clattered a bit as she slid down the slope, the bullet loose in the barrel of her weapon<br/><br/>+2 Bullets (Dam 2)<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Brobot</span>shrugs in chagrin when the enemy disappears from sight, and frowns. Ah, well, they would return at some point. He loaded his bullet into the weapon, and scanned the area around the earthen hillock for a sign of his foe.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""The Arena""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Paketo : Julia Lee : Sea Green | 15/15 HP<br/>2 At | 3 C | 2 R | 2 M | 1 Cog | 1 E<br/>Inv: 4 Credits, 2H | AGGG [2H | 2 Dam, Regular1, Range4, Ammo1(1s)/3, 5 Dur], Scrap Armor [Torso | 1 Res, 5 Dur], 1 Bullet (Dam 1)<br/><br/>G-Tech Corporation : Brobot : Pink | 10/15 HP<br/>3 At | 3 C | 2 R | 2 M | 1 Cog | 1 E<br/>Inv: 2 Credits, Scrap Armor [Torso | 1 Res, 5 Dur], Boots of Escape [Feet | +2 Mob, 5 Dur], Slugthrower [2H | 5 Dam, Regular1, Range5, Ammo2/2, 5 Dur | ConstantE1, Immobile Fire, Unidirectional Fire | 6 C]<br/><br/>Ground: NE Earth Spire: 9 Bullets (Dam 1), Obsidian Blade [1H | 3 Dam, Regular1, 10 Dur | Fragile | 2 C]<br/>Under Julia: 2 Bullets (Dam 2)<br/>Under Brobot: Choppa Pike [2H | 5 At, Regular1, 5 Dur | Polearm | 1 C]</div></div></div>"
10194,Thoughtdeath [IC|Semi-Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322742&start=50,2015-01-17T13:43:00,Paketo,Julia quickly picked one of the bullets and loaded it into her AGGG before peering around her cover. Brobot seemed to be staying place meaning she had some time. He was just out of range for her weapon still and hat needed a change but she did not want to sacrifice power so she went with trying to change the iron sights into a simple scope which would hopefully increase her range and accuracy with the weapon.
10195,Thoughtdeath [IC|Semi-Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322742&start=50,2015-01-17T14:32:00,G-Tech Corporation,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Round 17</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Julia</span>loaded her gun before picking up another bullet from next to her feet. Popping open the rifle's firing mechanism, she slotted the round into the revolving chamber, then snapped it shut again, glaring around the mound of earth at her foe.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Brobot</span>was disgruntled by this state of affairs. His target was not revealing itself as hoped for. Well, he would take the time to stretch out the range of the gun. Conjuring a simple optical lenses out of the IMSA, he affixed it in place of his aiming column atop the mounted Slugthrower. Peering through it told him it would be worthless low down, and actually inhibit his accuracy, but from here it would be very useful. Content with the substitution, he then began reinforcing the weapon with some extra iron, and giving the mount the ability to traverse.<br/><br/>Slugthrower: -1 Range, +Scope, +5 Dur<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""The Arena""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Paketo : Julia Lee : Sea Green | 15/15 HP<br/>2 At | 3 C | 2 R | 2 M | 1 Cog | 1 E<br/>Inv: 4 Credits, 2H | AGGG [2H | 2 Dam, Regular1, Range4, Ammo2(2s)/3, 5 Dur], Scrap Armor [Torso | 1 Res, 5 Dur], 1 Bullet (Dam 2)<br/><br/>G-Tech Corporation : Brobot : Pink | 10/15 HP<br/>3 At | 3 C | 2 R | 2 M | 1 Cog | 1 E<br/>Inv: 2 Credits, Scrap Armor [Torso | 1 Res, 5 Dur], Boots of Escape [Feet | +2 Mob, 5 Dur], Slugthrower [2H | 5 Dam, Regular1, Range4, Ammo2/2, 10 Dur | ConstantE1, Immobile Fire, Unidirectional Fire, Scoped | 7 C]<br/><br/>Ground: NE Earth Spire: 9 Bullets (Dam 1), Obsidian Blade [1H | 3 Dam, Regular1, 10 Dur | Fragile | 2 C]<br/>Under Julia: 1 Bullet (Dam 2)<br/>Under Brobot: Choppa Pike [2H | 5 At, Regular1, 5 Dur | Polearm | 1 C]</div></div></div>"
10196,Thoughtdeath [IC|Semi-Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322742&start=50,2015-01-17T14:36:00,Paketo,Julia loaded the last round into the chamber before closing it giving her three shots. She decided that now was the time to try and make a move but she needed extra ammo for that to work. She would try to make a simple sash that could hold a few extra bullets for her to use but now the loading took prevalence to make sure she could fire three shots if brobot made a move
10197,Thoughtdeath [IC|Semi-Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322742&start=50,2015-01-17T14:52:00,G-Tech Corporation,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Round 18</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Julia</span>slotted another bullet into her Grot's Gun, and all the revolving chambers were now full, though a bit rattley. She was as ready as she could be for any sudden bull-rush from her opposition, opposition that would be met with a hail of lead.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Brobot</span>put the finishing touches on his elevation screw happily, and affixed the velocity limiter. It would do, for now, and he almost savored drawing a bead on that human meatbag's hiding place. The reinforcing mass at the base of the traverse had to be sacrificed, but it was for the greater good.<br/><br/>Slugthrower: -5 Dur, +Indirect Fire<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""The Arena""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Paketo : Julia Lee : Sea Green | 15/15 HP<br/>2 At | 3 C | 2 R | 2 M | 1 Cog | 1 E<br/>Inv: 4 Credits, 2H | AGGG [2H | 2 Dam, Regular1, Range4, Ammo3(2s1)/3, 5 Dur], Scrap Armor [Torso | 1 Res, 5 Dur], 1 Bullet (Dam 2)<br/><br/>G-Tech Corporation : Brobot : Pink | 10/15 HP<br/>3 At | 3 C | 2 R | 2 M | 1 Cog | 1 E<br/>Inv: 2 Credits, Scrap Armor [Torso | 1 Res, 5 Dur], Boots of Escape [Feet | +2 Mob, 5 Dur], Slugthrower [2H | 5 Dam, Regular1, Range4, Ammo2/2, 5 Dur | ConstantE1, Immobile Fire, Unidirectional Fire, Scoped, Indirect Fire | 8 C]<br/><br/>Ground: NE Earth Spire: 9 Bullets (Dam 1), Obsidian Blade [1H | 3 Dam, Regular1, 10 Dur | Fragile | 2 C]<br/>Under Julia: 1 Bullet (Dam 2)<br/>Under Brobot: Choppa Pike [2H | 5 At, Regular1, 5 Dur | Polearm | 1 C]</div></div></div>"
10198,Thoughtdeath [IC|Semi-Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322742&start=50,2015-01-17T14:56:00,Paketo,"Well now that her weapon was loaded, it was time to try and make a sash to carry extra bullets. She peeked out from behind her cover to check out her opponent and it seemed he had built a mortar but if she had to guess, she was just out of range of the thing and the hill above her was as well. At least that thing was immobile now so readjusting it would be difficult so her charging from a different direction would probably be worth it"
10199,Thoughtdeath [IC|Semi-Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322742&start=50,2015-01-17T15:14:00,G-Tech Corporation,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Round 19</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Julia</span>hunkered down behind her cover, put her mind to summoning a new item into existence. From a tiny bit of light threads wove themselves into existence, coiling about her upper body in an approximation of a bandoleer. A bandoleer missing any hooks or pockets to carry items, but a bandoleer.<br/><br/>Bandoleer: +5 Dur<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Brobot</span>aimed the Slugthrower upwards at an angle, carefully using the attached optical sights to measure the distance to his foe. Barely visible behind her cover, and just barely in range. But barely counted when one was lobbing bullets. He engaged the velocity limiter to allow the rounds to drop, and pulled the firing pin. With a sharp retort the Slugthrower spoke, sending the round skyward. He smiled as the bullet slammed home, a spray of crimson marking the ground near his foe.<br/><br/>Brobot shoots Julia with Slugthrower (Range 4 + 2 (Scope Height 4)). Bullet impacts Julia for 7 At (5 Wep Dam + 2 At), 3 of which is absorbed by her natural resilience and armor. Julia's health drops from 15 to 11.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""The Arena""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Paketo : Julia Lee : Sea Green | 11/15 HP<br/>2 At | 3 C | 2 R | 2 M | 1 Cog | 1 E<br/>Inv: 4 Credits, 2H | AGGG [2H | 2 Dam, Regular1, Range4, Ammo3(2s1)/3, 5 Dur], Scrap Armor [Torso | 1 Res, 5 Dur], Bandoleer [Body | 5 Dur]<br/><br/>G-Tech Corporation : Brobot : Pink | 10/15 HP<br/>3 At | 3 C | 2 R | 2 M | 1 Cog | 1 E<br/>Inv: 2 Credits, Scrap Armor [Torso | 1 Res, 5 Dur], Boots of Escape [Feet | +2 Mob, 5 Dur], Slugthrower [2H | 5 Dam, Regular1, Range4, Ammo1/2, 5 Dur | ConstantE1, Immobile Fire, Unidirectional Fire, Scoped, Indirect Fire | 8 C]<br/><br/>Ground: NE Earth Spire: 9 Bullets (Dam 1), Obsidian Blade [1H | 3 Dam, Regular1, 10 Dur | Fragile | 2 C]<br/>Under Julia: 1 Bullet (Dam 2)<br/>Under Brobot: Choppa Pike [2H | 5 At, Regular1, 5 Dur | Polearm | 1 C]</div></div></div>"
10200,Thoughtdeath [IC|Semi-Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322742&start=50,2015-01-17T16:21:00,Paketo,"""damn that hurt"" said Julia as she recovered from the effects of the hit. it wasn't that bad but she couldn't stay here no and the Bandolier was not even finished yet. She needed her knife so she clambered up the hill grabbing preparing for another hit by that mortar once she picked up the knife"
10201,Thoughtdeath [IC|Semi-Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322742&start=50,2015-01-17T17:06:00,G-Tech Corporation,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Round 20</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Julia</span>mounts the earthen rampart to her west, scooping up her blade amidst the scattered silver carpet of bullets.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Brobot</span>cocked his emplaced weapon, ejecting the spent and smoking cartridge, and swung the weapon down to point at the figure scrambling up the embankment. After a quick check through the optics the piece barked again, this time firing without the limiter. The shell plowed into the chest of the enemy combatant in an impact that sent Julia staggering for a moment, and Brobot nodded, satisfied. With his back free, he picked up his Choppa Pike again, and slung it over his shoulders.<br/><br/>Julia takes another 4 Health lost.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""The Arena""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Paketo : Julia Lee : Sea Green | 7/15 HP<br/>2 At | 3 C | 2 R | 2 M | 1 Cog | 1 E<br/>Inv: 4 Credits, 2H | AGGG [2H | 2 Dam, Regular1, Range4, Ammo3(2s1)/3, 5 Dur], Scrap Armor [Torso | 1 Res, 5 Dur], Bandoleer [Body | 5 Dur], Obsidian Blade [1H | 3 Dam, Regular1, 10 Dur | Fragile | 2 C]<br/><br/>G-Tech Corporation : Brobot : Pink | 10/15 HP<br/>3 At | 3 C | 2 R | 2 M | 1 Cog | 1 E<br/>Inv: 2 Credits, Scrap Armor [Torso | 1 Res, 5 Dur], Boots of Escape [Feet | +2 Mob, 5 Dur], Slugthrower [2H | 5 Dam, Regular1, Range4, Ammo1/2, 5 Dur | ConstantE1, Immobile Fire, Unidirectional Fire, Scoped, Indirect Fire | 8 C], Choppa Pike [2H | 5 At, Regular1, 5 Dur | Polearm | 1 C] (Holstered)<br/><br/>Ground: NE Earth Spire: 9 Bullets (Dam 1)<br/>1 Square East of NE Earth Spire: 1 Bullet (Dam 2)</div></div></div>"
10202,Thoughtdeath [IC|Semi-Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322742&start=50,2015-01-17T17:10:00,Paketo,Julia then quickly slid down the south side of the hill with her fully loaded AGGG and blade. she had taken a beating from that mortar but now it could not target as she was not in the direct line of fire of the weapon
10203,Thoughtdeath [IC|Semi-Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322742&start=50,2015-01-17T17:20:00,G-Tech Corporation,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Round 21</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Julia</span>slides down the south side of the hillock, happily out of the line of fire of the gun that had embedded two very painful bullets in her fleshy body. She had her weapons, her tools of the trade, and Brobot would feel their wrath.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Brobot</span>swung his Slugthrower up onto his back, tripod folding as he did so, and drew his Choppa. It gleamed faintly in the purple light of the Dome, still wetly marked with the crimson blood of the ape he had slain. With a small jump-drop he swung down the hillock to the south too, weapon at the ready. He didn't charge, no, not yet. His foe still had rounds in her gun, rounds that could damage his still-not really protected metal body.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""The Arena""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Paketo : Julia Lee : Sea Green | 7/15 HP<br/>2 At | 3 C | 2 R | 2 M | 1 Cog | 1 E<br/>Inv: 4 Credits, 2H | AGGG [2H | 2 Dam, Regular1, Range4, Ammo3(2s1)/3, 5 Dur], Scrap Armor [Torso | 1 Res, 5 Dur], Bandoleer [Body | 5 Dur], Obsidian Blade [1H | 3 Dam, Regular1, 10 Dur | Fragile | 2 C] (Holstered)<br/><br/>G-Tech Corporation : Brobot : Pink | 10/15 HP<br/>3 At | 3 C | 2 R | 2 M | 1 Cog | 1 E<br/>Inv: 2 Credits, Scrap Armor [Torso | 1 Res, 5 Dur], Boots of Escape [Feet | +2 Mob, 5 Dur], Slugthrower [2H | 5 Dam, Regular1, Range4, Ammo0/2, 5 Dur | ConstantE1, Immobile Fire, Unidirectional Fire, Scoped, Indirect Fire | 8 C] (Holstered), Choppa Pike [2H | 5 At, Regular1, 5 Dur | Polearm | 1 C]<br/><br/>Ground: NE Earth Spire: 9 Bullets (Dam 1)<br/>1 Square East of NE Earth Spire: 1 Bullet (Dam 2)</div></div></div>"
10204,Thoughtdeath [IC|Semi-Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322742&start=50,2015-01-17T19:33:00,Paketo,Julia stared down her opponent across from her but he made no move toward her yet.She decided to make a move and fired a single shot at Brobot's center of mass to be as accurate as possible. She made no move to get closer as brobot now only had a melee weapon. he melee weapon was much smaller and most likely could not block the choppa well
10205,Thoughtdeath [IC|Semi-Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322742&start=50,2015-01-17T21:15:00,G-Tech Corporation,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Round 22</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Julia</span>raised her Grot's Gun, the scrap metal humming as the chambers rotated, and with a gentle squeeze of the trigger the machine barked. It was a long shot, and that showed; with a whizz of supersonic projectiles in flight the bullet whined past Brobot's left auditory sensor, barely missing the automaton. With a click the revolver rotated, ejecting the spent casing.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Brobot</span>winced slightly as the bullet cracked past him, but he had a job to do. Shouldering his pike and striding forward with haste, he closed the distance between him and the fleshling rapidly. Perhaps it was unaware of his speed in these boots, but it had grossly overestimated its ability to continue living in a close-combat fight. One, two, three leaping steps, and the grate of pike on metal filled his sensors right before the sucking sound of his weapon meeting skin and tissue. Truly these meatbags were revolting. He plunged his pike from the hilt into the things chest, scoring a deep gash next to the bullet wound he had left in it. Then Brobot drew back his pike, readying himself for the finishing blow to the meat-puppet that coursed crimson from its new orifices.<br/><br/>Brobot moves east three, attacks Julia with Choppa Pike. [3 At + 5 Dam = 8 Dam] [8 Dam - 2 Res - 1 Armor = 5 HP loss] [Julia: 7 HP -> 2 HP]<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""The Arena""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Paketo : Julia Lee : Sea Green | 2/15 HP<br/>2 At | 3 C | 2 R | 2 M | 1 Cog | 1 E<br/>Inv: 4 Credits, 2H | AGGG [2H | 2 Dam, Regular1, Range4, Ammo3(2s1)/3, 5 Dur], Scrap Armor [Torso | 1 Res, 5 Dur], Bandoleer [Body | 5 Dur], Obsidian Blade [1H | 3 Dam, Regular1, 10 Dur | Fragile | 2 C] (Holstered)<br/><br/>G-Tech Corporation : Brobot : Pink | 10/15 HP<br/>3 At | 3 C | 2 R | 2 M | 1 Cog | 1 E<br/>Inv: 2 Credits, Scrap Armor [Torso | 1 Res, 5 Dur], Boots of Escape [Feet | +2 Mob, 5 Dur], Slugthrower [2H | 5 Dam, Regular1, Range4, Ammo0/2, 5 Dur | ConstantE1, Immobile Fire, Unidirectional Fire, Scoped, Indirect Fire | 8 C] (Holstered), Choppa Pike [2H | 5 At, Regular1, 5 Dur | Polearm | 1 C]<br/><br/>Ground: NE Earth Spire: 9 Bullets (Dam 1)<br/>1 Square East of NE Earth Spire: 1 Bullet (Dam 2)</div></div></div>"
10206,Thoughtdeath [IC|Semi-Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322742&start=50,2015-01-17T21:54:00,Paketo,"Julia was close to the death she could feel it. She quickly squeezed the trigger twice putting to slugs flying at brobot. She then raised her AGGG with the intention of trying to block when bro ot retaliated. (I am guessing that is fine G-tech, disregard if it counts as two actions)"
10207,Thoughtdeath [IC|Semi-Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322742&start=50,2015-01-17T22:29:00,G-Tech Corporation,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Round 23</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Julia</span>winced with the force of the blow, but brought her Grot's Gun up to the enemy, squeezing the trigger and blowing another shell into the metallic form in front of her. The revolver cycles, ejecting the spent casing...<br/><br/>and<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Brobot</span>'s pike strikes Julia in the neck, severing a number of major arteries and cutting between two vertebrae, slicing the vulnerable spinal cord that fleshlings needed so badly. Julia fell to the ground, never to move again. At least, not in this body. Soon she would reincarnate in the training and contestant quarters, but this form had given up on the mortal coil. The roar of the crowd was deafening as the robot raised its blood-slicked halberd to the sky, champion of the first round of Thoughtdeath.<br/><br/>[Julia: AGGG fires for 1 (Bullet) + 1 At = 2 Damage. 1 Damage is absorbed by Brobot's armor, so he receives 1 Damage and 1 HP lost.]<br/>[Brobot: Attacks with Choppa Pike for 5 (Choppa) + 2 At = 7 Damage. 3 Damage is absorbed by Julia's resilience and armor, so she receives 4 Damage, dropping her to -3 HP and killing her.]<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Arena Final""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Paketo : Julia Lee : Sea Green | 0/15 HP (Dead)<br/>2 At | 3 C | 2 R | 2 M | 1 Cog | 1 E<br/>Inv: 4 Credits, 2H | AGGG [2H | 2 Dam, Regular1, Range4, Ammo3(2s1)/3, 5 Dur], Scrap Armor [Torso | 1 Res, 5 Dur], Bandoleer [Body | 5 Dur], Obsidian Blade [1H | 3 Dam, Regular1, 10 Dur | Fragile | 2 C] (Holstered)<br/><br/>G-Tech Corporation : Brobot : Pink | 9/15 HP<br/>3 At | 3 C | 2 R | 2 M | 1 Cog | 1 E<br/>Inv: 2 Credits, Scrap Armor [Torso | 1 Res, 5 Dur], Boots of Escape [Feet | +2 Mob, 5 Dur], Slugthrower [2H | 5 Dam, Regular1, Range4, Ammo0/2, 5 Dur | ConstantE1, Immobile Fire, Unidirectional Fire, Scoped, Indirect Fire | 8 C] (Holstered), Choppa Pike [2H | 5 At, Regular1, 5 Dur | Polearm | 1 C]<br/><br/>Ground: NE Earth Spire: 9 Bullets (Dam 1)<br/>1 Square East of NE Earth Spire: 1 Bullet (Dam 2)</div></div></div><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Match 1 Ends!</span></span></div>"
10208,Thoughtdeath [IC|Semi-Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322742&start=50,2015-01-18T10:25:00,G-Tech Corporation,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Match 2 Start!</span></span></div><br/><br/>The crowds cheered as the arena doors opened, contestants riding on lifting platforms up to the reshaped battle ring where they would fight to the death. This was a new part of the season, a new lease on life above the crackling plasma sea; two platforms rode together on either of the three sides of the floating island, their contestants informed by the masters of the Dome that they were to work together, and would share in failure and success equally. With the roar of the watchers and the silence of the ever-present cameras distinctive in their minds, the flying platforms docked with the island. Each warrior knew what the rules were, but an announcer promptly boomed through the arena. He explained for the audience's benefit that no corpses would be destroyed this round, but rather left on the island, and each team had been issued with reanimation equipment to return the fallen to fighting fitness. The bombastic voice also noted for the watching public that the center of the ring held more reanimation devices not keyed to any individual, and possession of those devices would be useful indeed, as did the northern spur of the island.<br/><br/>Then the force walls dropped, and it was game on.<br/><br/>[Map appended to first IC post for ease of access]<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""The Arena""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Allenania : Napoleone : White [10/10 HP]<br/>1 At | 2 C | 1 R | 2 M | 2 Cog | 1 E<br/>Inv: Nada<br/><br/>Shaggai : Ragnarr : Red [15/15 HP]<br/>4 At | 3 C | 2 R | 2 M | 1 Cog | 1 E<br/>Inv: 4 Credits<br/><br/>Prusslandia : Bobo : Purple [10/10 HP]<br/>5 At | 2 C | 1 R | 2 M | 1 Cog | 1 E<br/>Inv: 1 IP, 4 Credits<br/><br/>G-Tech Corporation : Brobot : Pink [15/15 HP]<br/>3 At | 3 C | 2 R | 2 M | 1 Cog | 1 E<br/>Inv: 4 IP, 4 Credits<br/><br/>Paketo : Julia Lee : Sea Green [15/15 HP]<br/>2 At | 3 C | 2 R | 2 M | 1 Cog | 1 E<br/>Inv: 4 Credits<br/><br/>Torrocca : Klaus ""Brandstifter"" Jager : Gold [10/10 HP]<br/>3 At | 2 C | 1 R | 3 M | 1 Cog | 1 E<br/>Inv: 10 Credits<br/><br/>Ground:<br/>South Team: Regenerator XXL [Dur 20, One Use, Resurrection]<br/>West Team: Regenerator XXL [Dur 20, One Use, Resurrection]<br/>East Team: Regenerator XXL [Dur 20, One Use, Resurrection]<br/>NW Central: Regenerator XXL [Dur 20, One Use, Resurrection]<br/>SE Central: Regenerator XXL [Dur 20, One Use, Resurrection]</div></div></div>"
10209,Thoughtdeath [IC|Semi-Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322742&start=50,2015-01-18T10:53:00,Paketo,"Julia turned and saw that she was would be working with the Monkey. ""well at least i have a aggressive wall of meat so i guess i need to be the range"" said Julia to herself. She began trying to construct a pistol that would hopefully be similar to the peacemaker from the 1800's"
10210,Thoughtdeath [IC|Semi-Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322742&start=50,2015-01-18T20:00:00,Torrocca,"Klaus glanced around at his surroundings, and quickly noticed the hulking viking not far from him.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""So... my ally is the brutish Norseman? Fantastic, I can put him to good use in no time,""</span>the pyromaniac thought to himself, grinning slightly. He cracked his knuckles and various other joints in his body, his menacing grin growing. Finally, the psychopath shouted to the wannabe Viking, whom he knew was full of rage, ""Norseman! You see that tin can machine over there? It insulted your great ancestors! Go deal with it!""<br/><br/>Figuring his troubles now temporarily dealt with simply by inspiring more rage into the brute nearby, the German-born man took a step west, into a wall, and ordered a pair of Boots of Escape, some scrap armor, and a Choppa. His new tools of battle materialized from thin air, and the man grinned wildly as he took a step East, and another North. ""It's go time, bitches,""<br/>the man uttered, scanning the field of battle for the Frenchman.<hr/><br/>Action: Move one point West, one point East, and one point North.<br/>Bought Boots of Escape, scrap armor, and a Choppa [-8 crd.]"
10211,Thoughtdeath [IC|Semi-Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322742&start=50,2015-01-19T07:26:00,G-Tech Corporation,"Brobot sized up the competition, optics sweeping the landscape before his southerly abode. A team, that was what he was part of now. Teamed up with a fleshy meat bag. To be fair though, not all fleshy meatbags were useless; his creators were meat-puppets, after all. He hadn't had time to hit the foundry after last round for upgrades, but that mattered little to the Automaton. He would triumph regardless. After corresponding momentarily with his compatriot via their neutral uplink, Brobot was ready for action. He opened is link to Der Shop, and some speed devices manifested on his feet, as well as a thin ablative jacket for his person. He then stepped back away from the center of the map and ascended the hill, moving towards his ally to enact their plan.<br/><br/>Brobot moves south, east, east, buys BoE and Scrap Armor."
10212,Thoughtdeath [IC|Semi-Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322742&start=50,2015-01-19T08:21:00,Alleniana,"Last time he'd done this stuff, he'd died. Despite his insanity, he knew that he shouldn't think too highly of his odds. Sure, he had a robot ally that really wasn't too bad, and sure, he had more experience, and sure, he'd have different luck, but he was still the batshit crazy naturalised French Italian revived a few years ago to make his way around the shithole of a planet. Not that he was annoyed, but if he had been capable of being annoyed in normal situations, he would have been.<br/><br/>He had somewhat of a plan, though, and despite not quite recalling where it had come from, he did know he might as well carry it out. He had a friend, here, apparently, and something something... speed? Regeneration, life? No, what? Fourth wall? Who cares about the fourth wall? He shook his head clear and moved south, closer to the bot, weaving the magic that he was ever so slightly better at than most others, for some strange strange reason, leaving his partner's boots considerably upgraded. Now the metal thing... had, what, better metal feet? Hmm? Why didn't it come equipped with already decent metal feet? Strange, but so was he. Which was also part of the reason he turned the boots a deep shade of pink, speckled with limey yellow polka dots."
10213,Thoughtdeath [IC|Semi-Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322742&start=50,2015-01-19T17:07:00,Shaggai,"Ragnarr outfitted himself with armor and boots, then stepped up to his compatriot. ""We should claim one of the resurrectors. We shall win not simply through conquering our foes, but by conquering Death himself."" He continued forwards towards the center.<br/><br/>Ragnarr buys Boots of Escape and Scrap Armor (-4 Credits)<br/>Ragnarr moves 1 space south, 3 spaces east."
10214,Thoughtdeath [IC|Semi-Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322742&start=50,2015-01-19T20:01:00,G-Tech Corporation,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Round 1</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Julia</span>concentrated on her hands, willing into existence a weapon to allow her to stand off from her foes, something to keep them at arm's reach while the monkey stabbed them. From the air manifested a crude railgun. A very heavy railgun, one that was nearly impossible to aim, and which fired a tiny pellet. But it was a good start, given she had to hold that entire concept in her head in order for it to manifest from the energy within her spinal implant. She felt like she could hit someone with the unwieldy contraption if they were next to her, but not much farther out. It was also be very hard to fire this thing on the move. It was like a pistol made of lead, and she could barely hold it up with both hands.<br/><br/>+Railpistol [2H | 1 Dam, Regular1, Range2, Ammo0/1, 5 Dur | Bulky]<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Klaus</span>strode forwards grinning maniacally. He could make out the Frenchman to his right, standing on a little hillock much like him. He accessed the shop and downloaded some delightful light-patterns that manifested as weapons, and felt far more deadly.<br/><br/>+Choppa [1H | 1 At, Regular1, 5 Dur], Scrap Armor [Torso | 1 Res, 5 Dur], Boots of Escape [Feet | +2 Mob, 5 Dur]<br/>-8 Credits<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Brobot</span>took a slight stroll, also procuring some armaments from Der Shop. Ah, the virtues of capitalism.<br/><br/>+Scrap Armor [Torso | 1 Res, 5 Dur], Boots of Escape [Feet | +2 Mob, 5 Dur]<br/>-4 Credits<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Napoleone</span>shuffled a bit away from the center of the island, then frowned upon seeing Brobot's distinctly unfashionable gray metallic boots. Or, fake feet, whichever you wanted to call them. He spruced them up a bit with some paint and cosmetic touches, and, funnily enough, the Pink Ones go faster.<br/><br/>[BoE +1 Mob]<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ragnarr</span>displayed all the typical caution of a good Danesman, purchasing some shoes to help him get to grips with the foe faster, and then promptly vaulting off the side of the little earthen redoubt to cheers of the crowd. He found clambering up one side of it and down the other a bit more tiring than he thought, but such is life.<br/><br/>+Scrap Armor [Torso | 1 Res, 5 Dur], Boots of Escape [Feet | +2 Mob, 5 Dur], moves 1 S, 1 E<br/>-4 Credits<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""The Arena""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Allenania : Napoleone : White [10/10 HP]<br/>1 At | 2 C | 1 R | 2 M | 2 Cog | 1 E<br/>Inv: Nada<br/><br/>Shaggai : Ragnarr : Red [15/15 HP]<br/>4 At | 3 C | 2 R | 2 M | 1 Cog | 1 E<br/>Inv: Scrap Armor [Torso | 1 Res, 5 Dur], Boots of Escape [Feet | +2 Mob, 5 Dur]<br/><br/>Prusslandia : Bobo : Purple [10/10 HP]<br/>5 At | 2 C | 1 R | 2 M | 1 Cog | 1 E<br/>Inv: 4 Credits<br/><br/>G-Tech Corporation : Brobot : Pink [15/15 HP]<br/>3 At | 3 C | 2 R | 2 M | 1 Cog | 1 E<br/>Inv: Scrap Armor [Torso | 1 Res, 5 Dur], Boots of Escape [Feet | +3 Mob, 5 Dur | 2C]<br/><br/>Paketo : Julia Lee : Sea Green [15/15 HP]<br/>2 At | 3 C | 2 R | 2 M | 1 Cog | 1 E<br/>Inv: 4 Credits, Railpistol [2H | 1 Dam, Regular1, Range2, Ammo0/1, 5 Dur | Bulky | 1C]<br/><br/>Torrocca : Klaus ""Brandstifter"" Jager : Gold [10/10 HP]<br/>3 At | 2 C | 1 R | 3 M | 1 Cog | 1 E<br/>Inv: 2 Credits, Choppa [1H | 1 At, Regular1, 5 Dur], Scrap Armor [Torso | 1 Res, 5 Dur], Boots of Escape [Feet | +2 Mob, 5 Dur]<br/><br/>Ground:<br/>South Team: Regenerator XXL [Dur 20, One Use, Resurrection]<br/>North Quadrant: Regenerator XXL [Dur 20, One Use, Resurrection]<br/>West Team: Regenerator XXL [Dur 20, One Use, Resurrection]<br/>East Team: Regenerator XXL [Dur 20, One Use, Resurrection]<br/>NW Central: Regenerator XXL [Dur 20, One Use, Resurrection]<br/>SE Central: Regenerator XXL [Dur 20, One Use, Resurrection]</div></div></div>"
10215,Thoughtdeath [IC|Semi-Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322742&start=50,2015-01-19T20:28:00,Alleniana,"Hah. Well, he'd done up the boots, and he wasn't dead, and they worked. Not bad.<br/><br/>Still, though, he could do better. Deep pink with yellow-green spots was all well and good, but the... biological? biological extensions of the metal man were still not quite as good as he could make them. Fair enough, given time, he could make them infinitely good, but before the fellow rushed off to do whatever he, she or it did, he could give it a bigger boost. His ally being better meant his side was better, and that was better. Than something.<br/><br/>Deciding that shoemaking trumped strategic logic, Napoleone took a few steps in the direction he anticipated the thing would go, towards the centre of the map (west and north) improving the boots even more as he did."
10216,Thoughtdeath [IC|Semi-Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322742&start=50,2015-01-19T20:35:00,G-Tech Corporation,"Brobot nodded as his boots glowed.. and still looked horrible. Well, such was life. He was a robot, not a fine arts connoisseur. With a skip and a jump and a merry (mechanical) wave to his apparent ally, Brobot set off, pelting towards the center of the map as fast as his little plassteel legs could take him. He vaulted down the side of the little rampart happily, then began surmounting the next small hill. This really was very good terrain for standing on top of and stabbing someone. He would have to try that later.<br/><br/>Brobot moves north 5 for 6 Mob."
10217,Thoughtdeath [IC|Semi-Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322742&start=75,2015-01-19T20:41:00,Paketo,"""God this thing is heavy"" said Julia to herself as she held the rail pistol in two hands. She would need to lighten it before anything and sense the monkey seemed to not be moving, it seemed she would have time to do so. She would need to improve it a lot but first she tried to make it lighter so it could be carried in one hand. Everything else could be done afterwards.<br/><br/>Julia looked to the side at her ally in the match as she tried to improve her weapon. ""Yo monkey"" she called ""you gonna do something?"""
10218,Thoughtdeath [IC|Semi-Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322742&start=75,2015-01-20T17:07:00,Shaggai,"Ragnarr continued to charge forwards. It seemed likely that he would be able to claim the resurrector before any others.<br/><br/>Ragnarr moves east 4 spaces, or as many as possible."
10219,Thoughtdeath [IC|Semi-Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322742&start=75,2015-01-21T10:19:00,G-Tech Corporation,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Round 2</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Napoleone</span>nodded sagely as he performed some remarkable cobbling functions, then took a step west up the slope. His ally sprinted off with no sign of gratitude other than a jaunty wave, but the Italian only concentrated on ascending the somewhat slippery grass slope.<br/><br/>[BoE +1 Mob]<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Brobot</span>felt as light as a feather with these shoes on, and couldn't honestly fathom why his creators hadn't integrated gravitic enhancers in his form to begin with. His ally had certainly done it easily enough. Down the wall he vaulted, landing softly, and then he rushed up the next slope, his final obstacle to the plateau where those marvels of modern machinery lay.<br/><br/>Brobot moves 5 N for 6 Mob<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Julia</span>concentrated on her weapon, reinforcing it with threads of a stronger alloy. It was still too heavy to be carried with a single hand, but it would definitely stand up to more damage, and she got the impression that if she replaced all the hefty components with milisteel then she would have a genuine pistol.<br/><br/>Railpistol +5 Dur<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ragnarr</span>continued his single minded rush for the means to cheat the Reaper. Forward he stepped to the base of the small cliff in his way, and then he grappled with it, climbing aided greatly by his boots which dug into the wall and propelled him upwards. At last he reached the summit, and smiled, the odd metal box lying only through a small valley before him.<br/><br/>Ragnarr moves east two, up the hill.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""The Arena""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Allenania : Napoleone : White [10/10 HP]<br/>1 At | 2 C | 1 R | 2 M | 2 Cog | 1 E<br/>Inv: Nada<br/><br/>Shaggai : Ragnarr : Red [15/15 HP]<br/>4 At | 3 C | 2 R | 2 M | 1 Cog | 1 E<br/>Inv: Scrap Armor [Torso | 1 Res, 5 Dur], Boots of Escape [Feet | +2 Mob, 5 Dur]<br/><br/>Prusslandia : Bobo : Purple [10/10 HP]<br/>5 At | 2 C | 1 R | 2 M | 1 Cog | 1 E<br/>Inv: 4 Credits<br/><br/>G-Tech Corporation : Brobot : Pink [15/15 HP]<br/>3 At | 3 C | 2 R | 2 M | 1 Cog | 1 E<br/>Inv: Scrap Armor [Torso | 1 Res, 5 Dur], Boots of Escape [Feet | +4 Mob, 5 Dur | 4C]<br/><br/>Paketo : Julia Lee : Sea Green [15/15 HP]<br/>2 At | 3 C | 2 R | 2 M | 1 Cog | 1 E<br/>Inv: 4 Credits, Railpistol [2H | 1 Dam, Regular1, Range2, Ammo0/1, 10 Dur | Bulky | 1C]<br/><br/>Torrocca : Klaus ""Brandstifter"" Jager : Gold [10/10 HP]<br/>3 At | 2 C | 1 R | 3 M | 1 Cog | 1 E<br/>Inv: 2 Credits, Choppa [1H | 1 At, Regular1, 5 Dur], Scrap Armor [Torso | 1 Res, 5 Dur], Boots of Escape [Feet | +2 Mob, 5 Dur]<br/><br/>Ground:<br/>South Team: Regenerator XXL [Dur 20, One Use, Resurrection]<br/>North Quadrant: Regenerator XXL [Dur 20, One Use, Resurrection]<br/>West Team: Regenerator XXL [Dur 20, One Use, Resurrection]<br/>East Team: Regenerator XXL [Dur 20, One Use, Resurrection]<br/>NW Central: Regenerator XXL [Dur 20, One Use, Resurrection]<br/>SE Central: Regenerator XXL [Dur 20, One Use, Resurrection]</div></div></div>"
10220,Thoughtdeath [IC|Semi-Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322742&start=75,2015-01-21T19:47:00,Shaggai,Ragnarr continued forwards as far as possible. The robot was getting too close. He needed to reach the resurrector.
10221,Thoughtdeath [IC|Semi-Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322742&start=75,2015-01-21T20:46:00,Alleniana,"Off he ran, then, to fetch... those... what did you call them? Those things that revived you. Those things. He was off to fetch some. That was... good. But now, not nearly as fast, Napoleone was left on his lonesome own.<br/><br/>Well then, time for a bit of fun.<br/><br/>Stepping towards the centre of the arena, he found a nice little spot to start building his arsenal up. Being fairly good at this, at least compared to others, he jumped right in, enthusiastically creating something... not quite from his era, but not quite from the current one either. A decent weapon, to be sure, but... rather odd, to say the least.<br/><br/>A mounted laser gun, like some artillery piece but with wires and bits and bobs aplenty. Though decked out in aesthetics more suitable for a Gatling gun or an early steam boiler, it was very much a gun designed to shoot light, light that was strong enough to burn and melt and pierce. Yes, this was nice. He worked on it, the thing beginning to take on the shape of a manned turret but for its lack of armour and bronzen sheen."
10222,Thoughtdeath [IC|Semi-Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322742&start=75,2015-01-21T22:43:00,Paketo,"Lighter, it still needed to be lighter. The pistol was progressing but it still needed two hands to be held and fired. A free hand was the advantage of the pistol meaning she would make it light enough for one hand before she made a move from where she stood. Her teammate the monkey seemed to be doing nothing though which Julia was getting aggravated about."
10223,Game of Thrones - Legacy: Chapter 2: Winter Storms (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322764,2014-12-06T19:41:00,Nuxipal,"<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321443"" rel=""nofollow"">OOC</a><br/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Aelix Nogarys<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">40 AQD, Volantis</span></span></div><br/><br/>The ships carrying Aelix, Eddard Stark, his direwolf, and the new recruits from Oros was waiting in the harbor. Ships from Elyria had arrived with more of Ixidor's old household troops as well as one or two of the Elyrian nobles sworn to Rhaegar Bloodfyre before his death seeking favor with his son. News had traveled that he rode a dragon and his former supporters sought to gain from this. Little did they know the extent of what was in store for them in Westeros when they would finally arrive.<br/><br/>""Lord Stark, would you like to get off the ship for a bit? We are stopping here for at least another day. Apparently several of the Elyrian ships went missing and they want to wait for them."" The Elyrian ships had been coming in small groups of four or five every few hours, but now no more were on the horizon. In total 10 ships of war and several dozen merchant ships were in the convoy that seemed only to grow larger. In the harbor around them there were ships that used to belong to the Redwynes of the Arbor, but were given to Volantis by Garlan Tyrell. Aelix had grown to enjoy the company of the Northern Lord and was trying to garner support for Lord Bloodfyre with the Stark family by talking to the boy whenever he could.<br/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ixidor Bloodfyre<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">40 AQD, The Hightower, Oldtown</span></span><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.dana-mad.ru/gal/images/Ted%20Nasmith/A%20Song%20of%20Ice%20and%20Fire/ted%20nasmith_a%20song%20of%20ice%20and%20fire_the%20hightower%20of%20oldtown_med.jpg""/></div><br/><br/><br/>Ixidor remained at The Hightower for a week now. The city was calm and he was receiving letters declaring for him from several houses of the Reach. Already Bulwer and Costayne had come over to him. He had then received letters from Webber, Roxton, Beesbury and Mullendore. On the opposite side a message came from Horn Hill declaring him a Usurper and that he will burn in the Seven Hells forever. Additionally the Merryweathers also sent a message declaring that they will stop his army before they can even reach Highgarden and the last message was from Margery Tyrell who had apparently landed at Old Oak and had begun their march to Highgarden with something close to 25,000 men. Fortunately, they did not know Webber had abandoned them and would not be able to destroy one of his earliest vassals off the bat. Ixidor's army was numbering close to 21,000 in total.<br/><br/>He needed to get through to Redwyne. If he could get them he could open the Mander and possibly gain the Shield Islands in the process. If he could cut the Mander with his fleet he could effectively hold the Tyrells north of the River and take out Tarly before the larger army of the Reach returns, because it is only a matter of time before they land somewhere and learn what happened to Oldtown.<br/><br/>The tower itself was being fortified. Ballistae and Scorpions were being added to the walls. Damages were being repaired and the most important rennovation, the old Throne had been brought from the depths of the Vaults and placed in the Great Hall. Blue Dragon Banners flew in the Tower and in the city. The many nobles from Elyria often visited the Citadel to share knowledge with the Maesters. Several ended up staying and choosing to become a Maester themselves. Already there was word that many of the Elyrian troops wouldn't be leaving the city, this was false however as Ixidor needed them for the campaign. Instead, he gave raises to the city watch and paid to have several of the Temples in the waterfront districts restored. Even if they did not have any users in years, they were restored. He worked to better the city the best he could while he was here, because if he failed in battle this is where he would retreat to.<br/><br/>""Vaekar, are you ready?"" Ixidor said. He and Vaekar stood in the Great Hall and a cold wind blew into the hall. ""Aye, My Lord. I am ready for the winter"" he responded. Ixidor nodded, ""But the Storm, Lord Vaekar. The Storm that is to come to these fertile lands. The land will be stained red and the earth will drink the blood of the fallen and become even more fertile. It is our duty to feed the earth the blood of the Tyrells.""<br/><br/><br/>It was no secret that Garlan had mysteriously died in the Riverlands. Word traveled very quickly, it also told of a Rose riding a Dragon. If Margery truly had a Dragon at her command, Ixidor was not sure his forces would be able to defeat her whichever of the Dragons she had. He quickly drafted a letter to his cousin Aegon.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Prince Aegon Targaryen<br/><br/>I have heard rumors that our foe, Garlan Tyrell has died and that his sister Margery rides a Dragon into battle now. While we seem to have defeated our foe by some means, we have been found by a more terrible foe. I will meet her in Dragon Combat eventually. I pray that she does not turn towards Kings Landing. For if she does, I am not in a position to intercept. I have also heard that men of the Vale have taken some towns in the Northern part of the Reach. If they could hold those towns and keep them free from the War about to erupt in the Reach I would be grateful.<br/><br/>-Lord Paramount Ixidor Bloodfyre, Dragonlord of Oldtown</blockquote>"
10224,Game of Thrones - Legacy: Chapter 2: Winter Storms (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322764,2014-12-06T20:41:00,Independent States of Tula,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Tyr Baratheon</span></div><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">40 AQD, Storm's End</span></div><br/><br/>Tyr Baratheon sat in his personal study behind a large and ornate wooden desk as he wrote a letter by the candlelight. The sun was shinning away from the study's windows and so the need for candlelight at such hours was still required. The room was filled with shelves of books and scrolls, and in the center of the room was a table with a map of Westeros and wooden figures marked where Tyr's spies thought armies were and in what numbers.<br/><br/>A knock came at Tyr's door, Tyr looked up from the message he was writing and called back<span style=""color: #0000FF"">""Enter.""</span><br/><br/>In walked a welcome face, Auster Storm, Tyr's half-brother...a Bastard child of their shared father.<br/><br/>Tyr managed a small smile as he asked<span style=""color: #0000FF"">""Auster...how has the training gone? I hope my forces are ready for battle if need be?""</span><br/><br/>""Yes my Lord. All 35,000 men serving under you and your Bannermen have been training non-stop ever since we learned of the Queen's death. I hope everything has been well with you my Lord...you've shut yourself away for quite some time."" Auster replied.<br/><br/>Tyr nodded and motioned to a medium-sized book on the far edge of his desk, Auster approached and read the title ""Golden Liberty. What is this my Lord?""<br/><br/><span style=""color: #0000FF"">""A good read.""</span>Tyr commented before continuing<span style=""color: #0000FF"">""I wanted to wait to make a move until I knew I could set up a stable and secure government. That small book contains the groundwork for the government that I will establish once I take the throne which belongs to myself by Law.""</span><br/><br/>Auster was quiet a few moments before a broad grin showed itself upon his face as he replied ""I had a feeling there was a reason you were ignoring Aegon's letters and his delegate for so long. Should I have the delegate sent back then my Lord with our demands?""<br/><br/>Tyr shook his head before replying<span style=""color: #0000FF"">""No, for now House Baratheon is still neutral in the conflict, I need to find allies before I can make a move to save this realm from its own insanity. I will not make the same mistake of my Grandfather and find myself without friends in such a hostile world.""</span><br/><br/>""I understand my Lord...and this message your writing? What is this for?"" Auster asked.<br/><br/><span style=""color: #0000FF"">""A letter for the Starks, they are only the first of a few Houses I wish to contact.""</span>Tyr replied.<br/><br/>""Very well my Lord, I'll get them to the Ravens for you. And Aegon's delegate? What of them?"" Auster asked, taking the letters from Tyr.<br/><br/><span style=""color: #0000FF"">""Tell the delegate that I'd like to have dinner with them tonight, talk out whatever they wish to speak about, perhaps I can even grant Aegon enough for him to give up his false claim to the Throne...hell I'd marry into the family to achieve such a thing...don't tell the delegate such of course though.""</span>Tyr replied.<br/><br/>""Of course my Lord. It'll be done, my Lord."" Auster replied as he made to leave.<br/><br/><span style=""color: #0000FF"">""And Auster.""</span>Tyr called after his Bastard brother.<br/><br/>""Yes, my Lord?"" Auster asked at the door.<br/><br/><span style=""color: #0000FF"">""I will need you more than I've ever needed you before in the coming days Auster. Winter is here...and so is war...I'll need a man I can trust to help me in my affairs. There's no one I trust more than you.""</span>Tyr admitted.<br/><br/>Auster was silent a few moments before he replied ""Thank you...my Lord.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">///</span><br/><br/>Letter to House Stark:<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To Lord Paramount of the North, Rickon Stark:<br/><br/>Dear Lord Stark, <br/><br/>I send you this letter to ask your permission to visit you in Winterfell or any other location that may be more suitable for you. As you know House Baratheon has so far been neutral in the conflict that has began after the Queen's death. However I wish to speak with you on this matter, our two Houses have been close for many years and I hope that is still true today, for the relations between our Houses should hopefully be strong enough to last the test of these troubling times. I hope you are doing well, and that I may visit you soon to speak on these matters concern the realm.<br/><br/>Sincerely,<br/>Lord Paramount of the Stormlands, Tyr Baratheon</blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">///</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Later That Night...</span><br/><br/>Tyr sat at a small wooden table that he used when having private dinners with any wishing to speak with him, currently the table was set and a pitcher of wine was set up with two crystal glasses at either end for the wine to be poured into. The surrounding room was well lit and sigils on the walls showed the sigil of House Baratheon which contrasted perfectly with the stone walls of the room. Now all that was missing as Tyr sat down at the table was the food and the delegate that Aegon had sent, though to be fair Tyr had come far too early just so that he would be in the dinning room first to set up his mask of confidence when handling this matter."
10225,Game of Thrones - Legacy: Chapter 2: Winter Storms (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322764,2014-12-06T20:43:00,Kuhlfros,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://img1.goodfon.su/wallpaper/big/3/96/game-of-thrones-gerb-volk.jpg""/></div><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Ancient and Noble House of Stark</span></div><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Winter is Coming</span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">40 Days after Queen's Death, Riverrun, General Benjen Snow and Lord Rickon Stark, ""The Bastard Wolf and The Father/ Fierce Wolf</span><br/>The Army of Benjen, around 20,000 Northmen surrounded the three sides of Riverrun, held by the kinslayer, Edmyn Tully, and watched as from the east white and gray sails of barges landed along the coasts of the red fork, Benjen's father and his 25,000 arrived atlast, the enemy Riverlander armies are scattered, The Army of Medgar Tully is expected to arrive for the siege, and now his father had arrived to enforce the siege to end this war once and for all. The Reach Host had left back to their lands, with disturbing news, it could be told that the army of Lord Rickon was lucky to have set sail when they did, from chunks of ice have begun forming over the river, creating bridges for soldiers to cross, snow fell lightly on the ground right now, but the cold was harsh still, Northern soldiers were wrapped in fur and leather over their regular armor, and thick sheets of cloth covered their face except eyes, along with the thick gloves on their hands.<br/><br/>The Stark banner waved lazily over the Commanders tent when Rickon walked in to greet his eldest son, a bastard of his before he married, that was before the war, Master at Arms of Winterfell, Following Rickon was his grandson, Robb the II, a 15 year old whom was Rickon's ward and apprentice. Rickon wore a set of dark, steel, plate armor with fur, chain and leather under it, along with a Greathelm the shape of a wolf on his head, walking over to his son and patting him on the shoulder, he smiled behind his scar and gray beard he had grown as Benjen leaned over a battle map of Riverrun, marking the latest known locations of allied and enemy hosts, along with settlements under Edmyns control.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">40 DAQD, Volantis, Eddard Stark II, Heir of the North, ""The Bold Wolf""</span><br/>Eddard turned to his friend from Braavos and replied, ""Of course, I had not spent much time in Volantis yet, some time to explore it would be most interesting,"" and so Eddard and his Direwolf, Darkclaw, left the deck of the vessel onto the deck, Eddard was a tall, well built man in his 30s, wearing gray and black doublet and Jerkin in the warm lands of Essos, under it was a chainmail hauberk, with him were two blades, a longsword he had with him since arrived in Essos, and an elegant Bastard Sword of Valyrian Steel, Its name, ""WintersBite"" was to be the new Valyrian Sword of House Stark. Accompanied with him was once again, Darkclaw, his Direwolf and warg animal, a black and gray beast, the size of a pony, his golden eyes and bright white teeth gleam against its dark fur.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">40 DAQD, Winterfell, Lord Commander of the Kingsguard, Ser Brandon Stark, ""The White Wolf"" </span><br/>For the past week, Brandon had been sick, since he had ridden through the North as the Winter began, causing him to grow cold, he has now escaped fever and recovered in the Warm, Safe, Fortress of Winterfell, as snow fell, Brandon sat wrapped in a blanket, with a warm cider in hand, watching the young direwolf pups race and play across the snow covered castle courtyard, It brought Brandon back the memories of his youth and his wolf, ""Blue-Eyes"" he had named him and he played with his siblings and their wolves, all brought up from Rickon's Shaggydog, and the refound Nymeria, Arya's from them came several litters, and their litter some more, the Stark Direwolves now neared 20 wolves under domestication and raising. But Brandon had to forget that for now, if it wasn't for the piles of snow outside Winterfell, he would ride for Riverrun as fast as his horses legs could take him, to greet his father once again.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Haunted Forests, 40 DAQD</span><br/>Beneath the roots of a massive weirwood, while the legendary children of the forest traveled about the wild forests, the wisest wolf opened his eyes, once known as the crippled wolf, the warg, he was now the greatest Greenseer ever known, and leader of the new tribe of the Children of the Forest, who have maintained survival as magic returns to Westeros..."
10226,Game of Thrones - Legacy: Chapter 2: Winter Storms (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322764,2014-12-06T20:52:00,Novae Vitae,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Castellan Dagon Greyjoy<br/>Pyke, the Iron Islands<br/>Forty-Two-Days-After-Death</span><br/><br/>They would not stop talking about it. No matter how many times Dagon tried to breach a new point, they refused--downright refused--to move the subject along.<br/><br/>""My grandmother is not dead,"" Dagon insisted before his council. It consisted of his uncle, one-and-forty, intimidating, proven in war and deadly in combat. Beside Maron Greyjoy sat Dunkeld Farwynd, a man made more of paper than iron--but clever nonetheless, a masterful steward that had kept the Iron Islands far from debt. Opposed to Farwynd was the drowned priest Ragnar, present to ease the tension still present in the Drowned Men to the Greyjoys. He also served as a healer, for he had learned from a master before. And beside Ragnar sat Dagon's wife Esgred, as brutal as her hawk-like face suggested.<br/><br/>""Dagon, I know it is hard to accept, but she's gone. Most of her ships were found smashed to bits,"" Maron insisted. Though massive, he seemed sympathetic, if only because he had lost a mother in Asha Greyjoy.<br/><br/>""Was her body found?"" Dagon questioned. ""Did they find the seastone crown of Balon Greyjoy's that she kept with her person at all times? Did she have around her neck the golden chain of Theon Greyjoy's she loved so?""<br/><br/>Before Maron could reply, Esgred cut in. ""What is more likely, dear husband?"" she questioned. ""That your mother is swimming to Pyke as we speak, older than sixty, surviving the cold of the sea indefinitely . . . or that she died along with most of the men taken with her to King's Landing, as<span style=""font-style: italic"">all</span>of our men report?""<br/><br/>""I do not<span style=""font-style: italic"">care</span>what is more likely,"" Dagon replied, furious. ""All that matters to me is that she could be alive, and I will not sully her image by creating the illusion that she is not!""<br/><br/>""That you shall never rule the Iron Islands!"" Maron roared, standing. From his belt he pulled his hand-axe, slamming it onto the table. ""I would stake my axe that Asha Greyjoy, my beloved mother, is dead and gone. She dines with the Drowned God in his halls, and sits beside Black Harran and Harrag the Great, unrivaled!""<br/><br/>Dagon Greyjoy pulled a dagger, back-handed, and buried it into the shaft of Maron's hand-axe. It was inches from two of his fingers. Leaning in close to his uncle, Dagon hissed, ""Only scum and smallfolk bet the lives of their mothers on the livelihoods of their families."" Dagon jerked the dagger free and sat down. ""Go,"" he spat, gesturing to the door.<br/><br/>Maron, too red with rage to say anything, took back his axe and stormed from the room. The heaviness of his stride could be heard resonating throughout the hall as he departed, and the slam of the door shook the walls of Pyke.<br/><br/>""Dearest husband--"" Esgred began, but Dagon rounded on her. The dagger was still in his hand, and his knuckles turned white as he clutched it.<br/><br/>""I will hear no more of my grandmother,"" Dagon hissed. ""We will address another matter.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Now.</span>"" As if by command, the door of the hall burst open and a man ran in, collapsing as he did.<br/><br/>He clutched the table to which the remaining four were seated. ""What is this?"" Ragnar demanded. ""You dare interrupt us?""<br/>'<br/>""Let him speak,"" Farwynd insisted. ""It's probably some matter of the war. What are the smallfolk calling it now? I've not the slightest idea.""<br/><br/>""Indeed, sire,"" the man said, nodding at Farwynd. He was exhausted, plainly, and gasping for breath.<br/><br/>""Speak, and then you may rest,"" Dagon said. He noticed Esgred was squinting at the man, as though her eyes deceived her.<br/><br/>She raised a hand. ""That missing spot on your surcoat is the shape of a circle,"" she noticed. ""Your coat is an ugly shade of green, also. Your hair is brown, like reachmens'. And around your neck there is the figure of the Seven, worn most commonly by the men of Oldtown."" Esgred looked around the room. ""This man is a spy for Garlan Tyrell. Kill him.""<br/><br/>The man's eyes grew wide as he heard the order given, but the guards advanced nonetheless. Panicking, the man began to stammer, but at last he managed to shout, ""Garlan Tyrell is dead!""<br/><br/>Dagon raised his hand into the air quickly. He felt his own eyes widen. ""Go on,"" he ordered. The man crawled forward to the foot of the desk and placed his ends together on its end.<br/><br/>""I swear it m'lord,"" the man said, ""I saw it wit' me own eyes. Lord Garlan was burnt 'live by a dragon, the green un. But that isn't the 'alf o' it. 'Twas his sis'er Margaery who gave the order. She rides the dragon now.""<br/><br/>""Madness,"" Esgred said. ""Why did you come here to tell us madness?"" She snapped at the guards, but Ragnar rose abruptly, holding out his hands as though to shield the man.<br/><br/>""Last night I had a vision in my dreams,"" he said. ""I swam before the waves, as though going to the Drowned God. Before I could reach him, a great serpent burst from the depths of earth beneath the waves and blew flame into me. As I burned alive below the sea, I glanced the rider. It was a woman.""<br/><br/>Dagon had never been a particularly pious man. All the same, hearing such similar talk to what had just been told to him . . . . He decided. ""Guards, talk this man to a chamber. See that he is fed and cared for. I am not sure I believe him, but it would be wrong to kill him if he speaks the truth.""<br/><br/>""Let us say he does,"" Farwynd began. ""Does that mean we are going the war?"" He seemed to be doing figures quickly in his head, and his fingers traced numbers on the table.<br/><br/>""If that is the case, yes,"" Dagon said. ""For now, we will raise the Iron Islands. My grandmother would not have sat by idle as the realm divided itself in civil war. Lord Farwynd, send the orders. Ragnar, tell the people of Pyke my decision.""<br/><br/>""And what shall I do?"" Esgred demanded.<br/><br/>""You shall convince our son to wed a dragonrider, if she is one,"" Dagon replied."
10227,Game of Thrones - Legacy: Chapter 2: Winter Storms (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322764,2014-12-06T21:36:00,Leasath,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Medgar Tully<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">40 AQD, the Twins</span></span></div><br/><br/>""You will go to Riverrun with the entirety of our Cavalry, round about 11,000 men in all, and dash to Riverrun. I will await my kinslaying brother to attempt to make peace, as well as await the marriage of my sister and Aegon."" Medgar Tully ordered a man quite a few years his elder - Lord Tytos II Blackwood, son of Brynden Blackwood and Lord of Raventree Hall, and incidentally one of the closer confidants of the Lord Tully. ""I will follow you with the rest of our forces as soon as I can, but I do not know how long we must await the marriage.""<br/><br/>""Very well, my Lord. If I have your leave, I will depart as soon as the men are ready.""<br/><br/>""Of course."" Medgar nodded to the Lord Blackwood before turning to his small desk, stuck in the corner of his cozy tower room at the Twins. He looked out the window to the thousands of men and horses milling about the camps outside the great bridge, seemingly endless amounts of banners coating the landscape. Spotting that of Tully, Blackwood - significantly far from those of the Brackens - and Mallister gave him even further hope of winning this godsforsaken war against his brother.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Edmyn Tully<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">40 AQD, besieged Riverrun</span></span></div><br/><br/>""My Lord, the Northmen have cut off all points of escape. They have encir-""<br/><br/>""I bloody well<span style=""font-style: italic"">know</span>that, don't I!?"" Edmyn Tully yelled at the nearby maester, who took a step back from the recently-volatile 'Lord' of Riverrun. ""Make no change."" Edmyn turned back to the small council chamber, holding his most loyal remaining bannermen. Most were weaklings, tying themselves to Edmyn's cause when their own liege lords joined Medgar in hopes of furthering their own ambitions. Lords Charlton, Blanetree, and others stared back at him, some with eyebrows raised and other with nervous looks between each other.<br/><br/>""Lord Tully."" Charlton spoke, his voice teetering on the edge of a slur due to his intake of wine this afternoon. ""Might we not yield the castle, to fight another day? The Northmen surround us, that we know... but what of Medgar? It is rumored he has over 20,000 levies at his disposal between the entirety of the Riverlands... When he arrives, what are we to do?""<br/><br/>Edmyn's lip curled, and he stared at Charlton. ""What kind of craven do you take me for?""<br/><br/>""I- I only want to- to give you the best advice that I-""<br/><br/>""I don't want bloody advice from a house that might as well be commoners."" Edmyn growled. ""So shut up."" He looked menacingly at the other lords, and saw that the smartest of them avoided his gaze like the plague. Catching a few eyes and noting who they were, he turned on his heel. ""Get out."" He must find out how to break the siege alone."
10228,Game of Thrones - Legacy: Chapter 2: Winter Storms (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322764,2014-12-07T10:59:00,Of the Quendi,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;"">The Reach</span><br/>The Arbor, in the Redwyne Straits<br/>The Seven Kingdoms of Westeros</span></span><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/thumb/b/b1/House_Redwyne2.png/250px-House_Redwyne2.png""/><br/><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lady Elenei Redwyne</span><br/><br/>The day of Viserys I's death</span></span></div><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Q</span></span>uiet as a mouse but with her heart pounding so rapidly that she thought it certain that she would not avoid detection Elenei, daughter of the Lord of the Arbor, cautiously tiptoed across the marble floor covered with Myrish carpets sneaking towards a forbidden door on the top floor of the highest tower in her father's palatial castle. Driven by a desire even she herself could not have identified Elenei desperately craved to know who was visiting her aunt Serenei in so surreptitious a manner as a secret rendezvous in an isolated part of the Redwyne castle was. Somehow while the Seven Kingdoms burned around her Elenei was inexorably drawn towards the grand door that to tempt her was not entirely closed, allowing a single enchanted ray of light to fall upon Elenei's feet as she approached the room where her aunt meet her mysterious friend.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">C</span></span>learly someone was in there for Lady Serenei was talking to another person but Elenei could not hear what the other person replied, though she heard her aunt well enough. But what her aunt said was interesting enough in itself. With the closest thing to surprise Elenei had ever heard in her aunts melodiously soft and enchanting voice Lady Serenei spoke an ominous word.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Defeat?""</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">E</span></span>lenei shivered, not for the first time wanting to turn back and abandon her quest to know her aunts guest but none the less continuing to sneak towards the door, drawn by an undeniable force towards her aunts chamber.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""He will not forgive Sarelleon this, poor boy. Forty warships is more than has been lost to our house since Salladhor took control. Defeat; how could this be? Between us how could we fail to foresee this calamity?""</span>Serenei's sweet voice begged, in a tone suggesting to Elenei that there was the utmost of familiarity between Serenei and her guest.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">A</span></span>moments silence ensued where Elenei assumed that the guest was replying, strange that she couldn't hear a thing. Or was there a distant whisper? It was hard to tell, Elenei's nerves where a little rattled, there where many rumors of her aunt's chamber atop the tower and few where good.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""You are right of course, forgive me, and be assured I shall see to it that our work is not undone by this ... debacle.""</span>Serenei spoke.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""I will be sure to make the necessary preparations. You can trust that House Redwyne shall not burn with the rest of the Kingdoms while I have something to say about it. When will Salladhor be here?""</span>She continued, her tone assertive and calm, as Elenei knew it best.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">E</span></span>lenei felt a tingle of excitement as her father was mentioned. He had been gone for nearly two years and though Elenei was more than a little scared of her grim sire she still missed him so she listened extra intently, eager to hear the reply from that mysterious visitor that apparently knew so much about Elenei's family and was so high in the esteem of Lady Serenei.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">B</span></span>ut again Elenei heard only the whisper of whispers, if she heard anything. The words of her aunt reached her loud and clear as they should, Serenei was not twenty feet away behind a not closed door, but the guest could not be heard. It was eerie and Elenei felt goosebumps rise over her entire body. Why had she not stayed with her septa and her needlework she thought unnerved. What did the Lady Serenei's affairs concern her? But now Elenei could not turn back. She was two feet from the door into the chamber and would soon see the enigmatic visitor sitting behind it.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Three days? How wonderful, his children will be so pleased. If only R'hllor will let him find it in his heart not to begrudge poor Sarelleon.""</span>Serenei spoke in response to an answer Elenei had not heard.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Y</span></span>et though the news pleased her Elenei was now so curious that her focus was entirely on the door and the revelation that awaited her beyond it.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Its hard for them. No mother and an absent father. My childhood was kinder in that regard.""</span>Serenei declared and had Elenei not now stood at the door, moving in to gaze through the opening into the room where her aunt and the visitor was she would perhaps have been surprised by the words. Serenei too had been motherless and with and absent father had she not?<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">B</span></span>ut Elenei did not think about that for now she could see her aunt's back, seated in a chair. Painfully beautiful and despite her advanced year youthful to such an extent that she could have been Elenei's sister not her aunt the young girl's gaze for a moment dwelled on Serenei. Her beautiful aunt always attracted attention and dominated any room she graced with her presence but it was not for her Elenei had come. Holding her breath Elenei took a cautious step forward to see who Serenei was talking to. And saw … Nothing.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">E</span></span>lenei paused dumbstruck, her brain shutting down. In front of Serenei where any ordinary guest would have sat was nothing. The parts of the room that Elenei could see from the door was void even of furniture, except Serenei's chair. Seated in the center of the room Serenei looked right ahead but there was nothing there, safe a large window from which most of the Redwyne castle grounds could be observed.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">F</span></span>or several seconds Elenei stood silent, unaware that she still held her breath. Then she saw her aunt nod slowly and light up in a smile. Though watching her from behind it was clear to Elenei that her aunt had just heard from her guest.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""You are right of course. He has always been like that even to me. But I know he love me as I him; do his children I wonder?""</span>Serenei spoke.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">A</span></span>very very quiet gasp escaped Elenei. There was no one else in the room, Elenei was almost certain of it. She could see no one, she could hear none yet before her she could see how her aunt engaged in what seemed a heartfelt conversation with … someone. Suddenly Elenei felt a deadly chill grip her as her goosebumps multiplied in a matter of seconds. She took a very slow step away from the door, terrified by what she had uncovered. She had never believed any of the vicious rumors about her aunt but now? For the first time in her life Elenei experienced sheer, uncontrollable terror, she began to tremble and her eyes became watery.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">A</span></span>laughter, that while it was warm and congenial struck Elenei as insane and wicked, escaped Lady Serenei.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Always the riddler I see, could you but for once offer a plain answer to me, mother I would really appreciate it, but if you have to leave then so be it, we will talk at your birthday.""</span>Serenei declared giving Elenei the second shock of the day as she revealed the identity of her visitor. Her imagined visitor. Lady Serenei Redwyne, the regent of the Arbor, was carrying pretend conversation with a woman that died more than twenty years before Elenei was even born.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">T</span></span>rembling Elenei took another very careful, very slow, very quiet step away from the door into her aunts chamber and towards the stairs that would see her safely from the presence of the madwoman. But Serenei, apparently believing her imagined visitor to have left gave a sigh.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Where do you think you are going sweet niece? Have the septa not taught you that it is impolite to eavesdrop on the conversations of others?""</span>Serenei halted Elenei's heartbeat with warm, but adamantly commanding questions, nailing Elenei to the floor leaving her unable to flee from the terrifying madwoman before her."
10229,Game of Thrones - Legacy: Chapter 2: Winter Storms (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322764,2014-12-07T12:34:00,Krugmar,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">House Merser</span></span><br/>Kings Landing, Merser Estate<br/>Lord Adas Merser<br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://24.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_m8e40hVSPz1ryemkpo1_500.jpg""/></div><hr/><br/><br/>Lord Merser sat in his study, idly looking through the accounts. It was looking quite good, The<span style=""font-style: italic"">Cold Night</span>had brought in a healthy profit from its trading in Braavos. Soon<span style=""font-style: italic"">The Watcher</span>would be sent off to Lys with a full cargo and Adas expected the same outcome. He always made sure to have bribes ready on the ships for potential pirates and it seemed to have been working so far. His main area of profits however came not from these official accounts, but from his rather large intelligence network. This network was mainly based in Kings Landingbut it had branches into most of the Southern lands. Adas was fairly unhappy with the size of his operation, it paled in comparison to Lord Varys' spy network which stretched the entire world, though few could have competed with the Spider.<br/><br/>Adas was interrupted by a knock at the door, who could it be? ""Dear Husband, one of your agents is here and wishes to speak with you"" said Lady Aline, before she wandered off elsewhere into the manor. Adas rose from his seat and exited the study, his legitimate work could wait. He made his way through the hallways, then down the stairs into the atrium where he found his son Derran speaking with one of his agents. He motioned for them to join him in the general lounge area and motioned at his servants to bring wine and food.<br/><br/>Adas made himself comfortable on one of the loungers, opposite him sat his son Derran and his agent. Adas was not familiar with this agent, likely one that his son had purchased the loyalty of. ""Well... can you speak? Or must I wait for a third Long Night?"" said Adas, annoyed at the silence.<br/><br/>""Apologies my Lord, I am Loren Hallob, I work for your son, Lord Derran, as his agent"" said the stranger, clearly quite nervous.<br/><br/>""I know that Loren, the question is, why are you here?"" asked Adas, confused as to why this man was being shown to him.<br/><br/>""Father, Loren is a cook inside the Red Keep. I know how long you have searched for a way to expand your network into the Keep, this is my gift to you"" said Derran, a large grin appearing on his face.<br/><br/>""Impressive, yet If I know you correctly Derran, then I know that you never give gifts, merely trades"" replied Adas.<br/><br/>""You read me too well Father, I do want a trade. I want to be a knight like Morn"" said Derran.<br/><br/>""I doubt you wish to be knighted simply for the honour and glory, likely you want to be knighted to impress the women"" replied Adas.<br/><br/>Derran chuckled for a few moments, nodding his head and said ""You are correct Father, but that doesn't sound like it was a no"".<br/><br/>""This trade is fair, I will find a septon willing to knight you within a few days. Though I must ask that you perhaps put some training into your martial skills If you intend to use the title, do not make a fool of yourself"" replied Adas, taking a sip of his wine and waving his hand to dimiss his son. Derran quickly left the room, overjoyed at his request being granted. Adas turned to Loren and said ""Now, hopefully Derran has explained everything to you. I require an update at least once every fortnight, I will assume something is wrong if you are unable to provide me with this information. Your messages will be delivered to my associate, Willem Garruf, and only to him. You may leave now"". Loren quickly scuttled off, back to the Red Keep. Adas leaned back into the lounger, perhaps soon he would find his way into the Red Keep without agents, until then he would have to wait and relax.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">House Merser </span></span><br/>Rosby - Rosby Castle<br/>Ser Ryom Merser<br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/7ZSLL2S.jpg""/></div><hr/><br/><br/>""and then we threw her into the lake, silly wench!"" shouted Ser Edric Kalloghan, laughing and spitting out wine as he did so. Ryom was having a small feast at Rosby, an evening with his knightly friends. This was not a rare occasion, happening weekly despite orders from Adas for it to stop.<br/><br/>Ryom stood up, holding his jug of wine, and said ""Friends, it is good to see you once more. It has been two entire weeks since we have gathered and that is far too long!"". His short speech was met with cheers and a short session of drinking. Ryom had ruled Rosby for Adas for near fifteen years, who was Adas to tell him what to do? He was essentially the Lord of Rosby, he could do as he liked. Tomorrow he and his friends would go hunting and have some fun killing things, perhaps he would visit one of the villages and find a nice wench to help him recover after the hunt. He sat back down and returned to eating, drinking and sharing stories with the other knights.<br/><br/>In the corner stood a small serving boy, he held a jug of wine and had been through several already. He noted down all of the conversations in his head, Lord Adas would want to know everything that had happened. If the serving boy knew anything, his Lordship would not be pleased at this drunken revelry. His Lordship hated any unneeded drains on the family money and these feasts, though technically affordable, were one such drain. He slipped away, claiming to be off to re-fill his jug, and quickly wrote down a note, encrypted, and attached it to a raven. Hopefully it would reach Lord Adas soon."
10230,Game of Thrones - Legacy: Chapter 2: Winter Storms (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322764,2014-12-07T13:15:00,Lunas Legion,"<span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Lannister Encampment, Southwest of Riverrun, Lancel/Arya Lannister- 40 Days AQD</span><br/><br/>""Why does it have to be so damned cold?"" Lancelot groaned to himself as his squire threw another log onto the brazier in the center of Lancel's tent. Arya sat across from him, idily chewing her lip. The Seven knew where their children were; hopefully off with their tutors. They'd been encamped atop this ridge for nearly 2 weeks; probably more. Arya had been all for continuing northwards, but the worsening conditions and Lancel's reluctance to move any further north in the current political circumstances had ended any prospect of that happening.<br/><br/>And said political circumstances were now coming back to bite him in the arse. He had been about to order the army to march back to the Rock when one of his outriders had reported the Stark host approaching. Not wanting to expose himself, Lancel rescinded the order and instead he waited.<br/><br/>He wasn't sure whether the Starks were aware of his position; the weather had prevented any reliable scouting, and it was only by almost walking into their camp that the outrider had found the Stark host. As far as he could make out, the Starks were besieging Riverrun, and had thus thrown their lot in against Tyrell, or at least against Edmyn in the Tully's little family dispute.<br/><br/>He stood. ""Squire, find Lord Payne and instruct him to gather a small party of knights together. I'm going to treat with Lord Stark, or whoever commands their host.""<br/><br/>His squire nodded and scampered out of the tent. He returned a few minutes later, Lord Payne and a scattering of knights in tow before helping Lancel armour himself while Lancel briefed Lord Payne on what he and the knight would be doing. Satisfied, they mounted up outside Lancel's tent and headed off into the snow, headed in the vague direction of the Stark camp."
10231,Game of Thrones - Legacy: Chapter 2: Winter Storms (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322764,2014-12-07T16:40:00,Givious,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">King Aegon Targaryen<br/>Kings Landing, The Crownlands<br/>Fourty-Days-After-Death</span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Aegon leans over a table displaying the whole of westeros. It is a smaller version of the painted table. Not as well defined but still showing the largest cities upon it. He wears breeches with a leather jerkin that is partially open, displaying his near white body hair. As he looks over letters, detailing Rheagar being gravely wounded during battle, the death of Garlan, the surrender of House Bracken and Blackwood to Mekar, the falll of Oldtown to his cousin, and details from spies. In the last few days they had buried Thygar, who had finally fallen to his wounds. Trystane had tried to confront Aegon and console him, but Aegon had ignored him. He had too much riding on this, and Aegon was gambling it all. When news had come of Rheagar, Loran had gone into a fit of rage and gathered 3,000 men and marched south to take over command of the southern army from the Valemen and bring Merryweather and Rheagar back to the capital. With his new men and those already in the south he would have 7,000 men marching on Longtable along with any of the northern Reach houses that would join them. In the Riverlands Aegon had sent missives to Mekar to be delivered to both Tully parties and letters to be delivered to the Northmen. Raven's had left from Harrenahl and the Vale, hoping to reach Ronnel before too much land was burned in the Riverlands. Aegon also awaited reports from the Stormlands and Iron Isles, as messanger ravens had been sent out weeks ago. The Baratheons had been too quiet since he last recieved word that he messenger had arrived at Storm's End; a threat seeing as they had a claim to the throne. As for the Greyjoys, no one had seen Asha in over a month and Aegon feared the worst for her. On top of all this were thousands of letters he needed to sign and stamp... wedding invitations. As he picked one up the door opened and the Grandmeaster walked in.</span><br/><br/>""My'lord, You called?""<br/><br/>""Yes Grandmaester, I did.""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Aegon leans forward dipping his hands into a small bastion of water by the table and throwing it over his face.</span>""I am trying to lead a war and plan a wedding... I am not sure which one is more dangerous for me.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">The grandmaester let out a chuckle.</span>""Aye my lord, both can be equal in their treachery.""<br/><br/>""That is not why I ask you here though grandmaester...""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Aegon's face changes from a laugh to a stern look.</span>""Your nephew... Pytor. We captured him a day ago in Kings Landing. He is currently in the Dungeons. If you can vouch for him, have him bend the knee before me and you keep him locked up within your chambers under armed guard until this blasted war is over, I can allow for his release. He maybe the brother to my bride but he was working for my enemy, and all indications paint him as a spy.... and that punishment is death.""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Aegon dips his head, sighing.</span>""I also need these invitations sent out by Raven... every noble house in the land calling for a cease of hostilities and in a fortnight the wedding will be held. These are dark times Bryden... we must be ready.""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Nearly at the same moment as Aegon says this the door is burst open and in walks Boros Doulton, ex-member of the alchemist guild and chief engineer of Aegon's army. The man was impressive, to say the least. He was twice the size of any man, and not in height.</span><br/><br/>""Yr excellency!""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Boros booms out. His voice carries like a hammer striking an anvil.</span>""I have done as you asked of me. All scorpions upon the walls are at optimal conditions and we have installed twenty trebuchets around the city.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">The grandmaester looks shocked and turns to Aegon.</span>""Twenty??""<br/><br/>""We must be prepared Grandmaester. Reports are of a large Lannister host across the blackwater. I will take no chances.""<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Mekar ""The Bull Dragon"" Targaryen<br/>Siege of Riverrun, The Riverlands<br/>Fourty-Days-After-Death</span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">As the northmen set into their siege they can hear the trumpet blows approaching. A large host moves in to join them, the army of Mekar Taragaryen. Along with the Dragon banner at the front with it fly the banner of house Hardyng-Stark, House Mooten, House Cox, House Bracken, House Blackwood, House Merser, and a multitude of other banners from the Crownlands. In all the army numbers around 15,000 men, a majority of the army still on its way and about an hour out from the city. As they trickle in and begin to settle in for the siege riders are sent over to the Northmen's camp carrying messages for their lords; from reports from the south to the wedding invitation for the Starks. The most notable however is the ceasefire and peace accords included in one of the messages. Back at the Targaryen host, Mekar and twelve knights ride forward, a herald with them carrying a large parchment. His hands shake from the cold, making it hard to hold the script still.</span><br/><br/>""Lord Edmyn Tully! King Aegon Targaryen, Seventh of his name, King of the Andals the Rhoynar and the First Men, Lord of the Seven Kingdoms and Protector of the Realm, declares that you end these hostilities in the Riverlands and come to the capital for talks between yourself and your brother during the wedding of your sister to King Aegon. Aegon does not wish for there to be blood, and for this war to end,""<span style=""font-style: italic"">The hearld holds up a ring.</span>""This ring is from the hand of King Aegon himself, and will be your safe passage through the Kingdom to Kings Landing. The King personally writes: Accept and you will be allowed within the city with a promise that no harm will befall you or any member of your family and all sieges of the castles and cities within the Riverlands will end. Decline and the moment your sister is wed to me I will march forth and end this Civil War with Fire and Blood.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">The hearld rolls up the paper and puts it in a leather tube. They await Edmyn's response.</span><br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ser Hollard Bywater<br/>Storms End, Stormlands<br/>Fourty-Days-After-Death</span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Ser Hollard had been in Storm's End for over a month now, and had been kept out of sight the whole time. He finally had the meeting he wanted, and as such he entered the room with a multitude of small missives from ravens that had come for him with word from the King.</span><br/><br/>""My liege, I thank you for seeing me...""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Hollard was about to say ""Finally"" but held his tongue.</span>""I bring messages from King Aegon in Kings Landing. He missed you at his coronation... a week ago. He wishes to see you in a fortnight for his wedding with House Tully, and to speak with you on the future of the realm.""<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Prince Baelor Targaryen<br/>Kingroad, Crownlands<br/>Fourty-Days-After-Death</span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Baelor rides his horse towards Kings Landing. No doubt his brother had already received word of what happened, but would not know WHAT happened. He had gone through three horses now, having bought them with trinkets from himself, including his rings, which could be reforged. He needed to reach Kings Landing, before his brother tried to fight Margery with the horn in her possession. Or worse, his cousin tried to.</span><br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ser Loran of the Kingsguard<br/>Tumbleton, The Reach<br/>Fourty-Days-After-Death</span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">The city was near ash after the latest battles. The Northern Reach army had been destroyed, at the cost of many Targaryen men and Rheagar from the news. Loran would bring Merryweather to his knees and make him beg before the end. Before him and his men was the camp of Lucas Hardyng-Stark, the man charged by Aegon for conquering Tumbleton and relieving pressure on Ixidor. Now Loran would march on Longtable, and with it the Northern Reach would be captured and Horn Hill open for the taking.</span>"
10232,Game of Thrones - Legacy: Chapter 2: Winter Storms (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322764,2014-12-07T17:09:00,Theocracy of Catholicism,"Jorin spurred his mount hard. After the grueling march from the Vale to Winterfell, and then down to Riverrun, Jorin had hardly allowed himself sleep. While exhausted, the matter of his son kept Jorin up most nights. He had dishonored the Mormont family name as much as Jorah had, and like Jorah, Eddard's usefulness kept him from the Wall or death. Of course, it is not every day where you get to prove your loyalty in combat, and Jorin threw himself into every fight he could find. Whether against enemy outriders or bandits, Jorin had proven he could still fight, and so became one of, if not the highest, of Rickon's scouts.<br/>It was this reason that Jorin was riding to the center of the camp. He made his way to the central Stark pavilion, and after ascertaining that Rickon was present, made his report.<br/>""Lord Rickon, my scouts and I were patrolling the southwest, and we saw in the distance a large host. Their banners were red, so they are most likely the Lannisters. Shall we ride to meet them?"""
10233,Game of Thrones - Legacy: Chapter 2: Winter Storms (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322764,2014-12-07T17:41:00,Independent States of Tula,"<blockquote><div><cite>Givious <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322764&amp;p=22715809#p22715809"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ser Hollard Bywater<br/>Storms End, Stormlands<br/>Fourty-Days-After-Death</span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Ser Hollard had been in Storm's End for over a month now, and had been kept out of sight the whole time. He finally had the meeting he wanted, and as such he entered the room with a multitude of small missives from ravens that had come for him with word from the King.</span><br/><br/>""My liege, I thank you for seeing me..."" <span style=""font-style: italic"">Hollard was about to say ""Finally"" but held his tongue.</span> ""I bring messages from King Aegon in Kings Landing. He missed you at his coronation... a week ago. He wishes to see you in a fortnight for his wedding with House Tully, and to speak with you on the future of the realm.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">///</span><br/><br/>Tyr kept a neutral face as Ser Hollard Bywater entered the room, a servant standing in the corner took note of his arrival and immediately moved to get the other servants into action to supply the food. Tyr meanwhile took the pitcher of wine and poured some into the two glasses the table, he then grabbed his cup and took a drink to show it wasn't poisoned.<br/><br/>Setting it down Tyr finally replied<span style=""color: #0000FF"">""Yes, please tell Aegon I apologize for missing such an event. I've been busy the past month ensuring that House Baratheon's future would remain safe and secure. I'll be there for the wedding, if nothing occurs to stop it of course.""</span><br/><br/>The food came in, roast boar, fruits, and vegetables were placed upon the table.<br/><br/>Tyr collected his helping and waited for Ser Hollard to do the same before continuing<span style=""color: #0000FF"">""You have my personal apologies for the long wait, I understand how unfair that was of me to you. Do you mind if I ask you something though? Is Aegon a good man? Does he put his people before himself, would he sacrifice his claim to the Throne for the benefit of the realm? Or is he selfish, and only hungry for the power that the damn Iron Throne offers?""</span>"
10234,Game of Thrones - Legacy: Chapter 2: Winter Storms (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322764,2014-12-07T18:53:00,Kuhlfros,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Rickon Stark, Siege of Riverrun, 40 DAQD</span><br/>""Damn it all, I haven't spent a day at the siege and already I have matters at hand."" Looking around the tent with a burning brazier in the middle he said to Jorin, ""Thank you Jorin for the report, once again you and your scouts have been vital, Now, Once you have finished warming up, could you please go through the camp and ensure all of our men are set up and have their tents and ensure the Targaryen Host is settled into the camp as well, and get them any furs we can afford from the supply wagons so that they do not freeze to death.""<br/><br/>Turning to his bastard son, he said, ""Benjen, Ride out and treat to Prince Mekar and bring him to this tent as soon as possible."" Benjen nodded and walked out into the snow to catch a horse and a party of Mounted Men-At-Arms to Greet the Prince in the snow, while it fell down at an ever increasing pace, suggesting a storm soon coming. And they rode out to greet the white haired Prince.<br/><br/>Rickon then turned to the other Lords in the tent and said, ""I and Robb will ride with a party to greet my son in law, Lord Lancel Lannister, Lucky I still have my armor on, Come now Robb."" And left the messenger who was supposed to deliver Lord Stark's invitation to the wedding awkwardly silent in a tent full of unknown to him noble or minor lords of the north sitting around the brazier or talking strategy.<br/><br/>As Rickon and Robb marched into the snow Rickon started instructing Robb, ""You will be on your best courtesies of course, speak when spoken too, and all that, understand?"" And young Robb replied looking up to his armored grandfather, ""Yes my lord grandfather, I understand."" Too which Rickon responded, smiling, 'and please, Robb, use that quick little mind of yours to impress your aunt and uncle if you must, unfortunately I am unsure if any of your cousins are with Lord Lannister .""<br/>Rickon and Robb, and a small party of Stark Champion Cavalry, the Northern Equivalent to a Southron Great House's Knight Guard."
10235,Game of Thrones - Legacy: Chapter 2: Winter Storms (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322764,2014-12-07T19:38:00,Leasath,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Edmyn Tully<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">40 AQD, besieged Riverrun</span></span></div><br/><br/>Edmyn had been residing alone within his solar - home to the inner workings of the Lords of House Tully for generations, most recently occupied by his late father Hoster. Remnants of his warm, gregarious demeanor remained - large, expensive carpets so as to keep anyone who tread them warm. A few tapestries depicting the jumping trout of House Tully, as well as a few more that seemed to be gifts, depicting great moments of history regarding the Riverlands. However, a select few of these had been removed - so as to hide the bloodstained reminders of the violent coup d'etat engaged in by Edmyn so very recently.<br/><br/>Regardless, Edmyn was in contemplation when a knight -<span style=""font-style: italic""> something Vance, maybe?</span>, Edmyn thought, turning himself to look at the man.<br/><br/>""Milord, a Targaryen Host has joined with the Starks."" Edmyn was unsurprised, but this further leveling on of troops against his own seemed to knock the wind out of him. He sighed deeply. ""It is said that Mekar Targaryen leads them, and was seen with a small group. Milord, they have offered you free passage to Kings Landing.""<br/><br/>""And I am to trust the word of a Targaryen? I think not.""<br/><br/>""But, milord, they have offered a token from Aegon himself- a ring from his own hand to ensure your passage. They wish for you to negotiate with Medgar."" At this, Edmyn stood suddenly, stalking to a nearby window of the solar. Outside he could see the precious few banners of his own men, and the many outside his walls all underneath the great Dragon of House Targaryen. ""I-I have also been told to tell you that if you do not accept, the Lords assembled will attempt to yield the castle.""<br/><br/>Edmyn spun around. ""Fine. Bloody well fine. I am surrounded by cravens and idiots, lowborn men of no repute. I know my situation. I did not know that I would be threatened with betrayal."" He stalked to the door, screaming at a nearby guard to have ""some bloody<span style=""font-style: italic"">idiot</span>here"" gather his things for travel. After this, he retrieved his sword - swordsman or not he must at least seem to have some proficiency - and armored himself lightly. It was not long before he was at the main gate to Riverrun, flanked by a select few knights. Before they exited, a white banner of peace was raised, and multiple archers on the wall prepared themselves for some sort of treachery.<br/><br/>As the group rode out, a herald rode a bit ahead, holding the peace banner. Once they reached the opposition, he called out.<br/><br/>""Presenting himself in accord to the message of ceasefire and a promise of fair travel, Lord Edmyn of House Tully, son of Hoster, Lord of Riverrun and Lord Paramount of the Riverlands.""<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Medgar Tully<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">40 AQD, the Kingsroad south of the Twins</span></span></div><br/><br/>Medgar Tully had not taken his entire host, bringing only a token amount of loyal Tully and some Frey bannermen to ensure that the ultra-important Twins could not fall; yet, his host was relatively large at roughly 3,000, compromising almost wholly footmen. While this would slow his advance to Kings Landing for his sister's wedding, it was all for the better if it meant he actually<span style=""font-style: italic"">got</span>to Kings Landing in the first place. A message informing him that Edmyn would also be appearing at Kings Landing had almost gotten him on a horse there immediately, but he had been persuaded by his Lords bannermen to keep calm and ensure that they could be there to help him negotiate with his kinslaying brother.<br/><br/>While Medgar was the son of a Lord Paramount, and technically a Lord Paramount himself, he had not been trained as Edmyn had been; as well as this, he had until recently been viewed as perpetually a child in the eyes of his bannermen due to his lustful and rather whimsical behavior. However, his recent composure - besides the summons to Kings Landing - had left all with a tentative acceptance of the man who would be their Lord. It had also led to at least one proposal of marriage, which had been 'taken into consideration' in wait for better proposals. Once the host reached Kings Landing, a marriage could be found for Medgar, but at the moment he would not limit himself to his own bannermen if he could win their loyalty through other means; those being retaking Riverrun and being named Lord Paramount victorious."
10236,Game of Thrones - Legacy: Chapter 2: Winter Storms (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322764,2014-12-08T09:04:00,Of the Quendi,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;"">The Reach</span><br/>The Arbor, in the Redwyne Straits<br/>The Seven Kingdoms of Westeros</span></span><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://img2.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20130719091715/gotascent/images/b/b1/House_Redwyne2.png""/><br/><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ser Sarelleon Redwyne</span><br/><br/>Forty Days after the Death of Queen Daenerys</span></span></div><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">A</span></span>reverent murmur, filled in equal part with admiration and fear, rose from the large crowds that had congregated on the quays the port town of Ryamsport as the first light of dawn illuminated the emerging shape of red sails in the east carrying a great armada of warships towards the Arbor. Lord Salladhor Redwyne, called Red Redwyne, greatest lord of his house in living memory, was returning to his ancestral seat after eighteen months absence. Sarelleon would soon have to face his father's ire.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">M</span></span>uch like the smallfolk assembled in Ryamsport it was with mixed feelings Ser Sarelleon Redwyne, heir to the Arbor, anticipated his liege lord. Growing up Sarelleon had idolized his father, getting into brutal fights with any playmates presuming to speak disdainfully of the manner of the traitor Luther Redwyne's bloody demise. To a young Sarelleon his distant father had been all but a god. Fearless and formidable, the greatest Lord of the Arbor in the history of House Redwyne, a conquerer of foreign lands and the scourge of pirates and smugglers from Lannisport to Volantis and beyond. Growing up Sarelleon had longed for nothing as he had longed to join his father on his great voyages to the east or to receive from his great sire a smile or laughter.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">B</span></span>ut despite his awe and adoration Sarelleon, even now as he was a man grown, hardly knew the enigmatic Lord of the Arbor who had spent more than ten of the twenty years of Sarelleon's life abroad. A cold man who rarely had time for his offspring if not to discipline them, and harshly so, was all that Lord Salladhor had ever shown Sarelleon, or any of his siblings for that matter. With that little paternal attention Sarelleon had had no choice but to turn to the stories. And once he did he could not but be horrified at the kinslaying of Luthor Redwyne. Sarelleon both desired and feared to know the truth of what had transpired at that wedding; to know, truly, what kind of man his sire was.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">T</span></span>he heir to the Arbor looked around at his full and half siblings, pondering if they had similar thoughts about the father they did not know. It did not seem so. The twins, Harren and Theon, was playfully teasing one another about the possibility of one or the other being permitted to follow their lordly father on his next expedition. At twelve the boys reminded Sarelleon more and more of his Greyjoy stepmother, their mother, and her kin. In a few years it would require force to restrain them from raiding in the Stepstones. Their older sister, Alannys rolled her eyes at their taunting and exchanged a glance with Sarelleon while holding the youngest of the Greyjoy boys, nine year old Victarion by the hand. But though she pretended indifference and maturity Sarelleon saw clearly that she was anxious and giddy with excitement for the reunion with their sire.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">T</span></span>he younger children by Lord Salladhor's third wife was not so concerned with appearances. The eldest, Ashara at seven, was the only one of them who could have clear memories of their father and she seemed very excited, possibly expecting exotic presents from faraway lands. Her younger brother, four year old Gerold, shared that excitement though he could not possibly remember much of their father and was probably more griped by the general mood than by filial devotion. Finally little Allyria, who was holding the hand of a septa, seemed largely indifferent to what transpired. The two year old had been an infant when she was abandoned by her father after her mother's death and couldn't possibly have any memories. So there they stood, eight of the eleven Redwyne children, anxiously awaiting their mighty and distant sire's return.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">B</span></span>ut where, Sarelleon wondered, was Elenei? Of all his siblings she was the one he had always been the closest to but the past few days she had been … Different. She hardly spoke to anyone, she was often nowhere to be found and she had not smiled or laughed for three days. Sarelleon worried for his sibling. She had always been a spirited, temperamental and at times even foolhardy child but as of late Sarelleon had gotten a feeling that his sister carried a secret that inspired both terror and grief in her. He would need talk to her soon or summon the courage to approach their father and divulge his concerns. A daunting prospect truthfully.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">B</span></span>ut Sarelleon had bigger concerns than his sister's moodiness. He could not, and would not, try to evade responsibility for the disaster at Oldtown. Forty two warships lost. Nearly four thousand men captured with only a few scores successfully evading capture by the perfidious Tyrell's. All Sarelleon's fault. The young heir therefore dreaded the reunion with his beloved and feared father, who he did not doubt would have a thing or two to say about the failed intervention in the Hightower revolt.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">W</span></span>hile Sarelleon had contemplated his family and his guilt the ships in the horizon had gotten closer and now eighteen sails could be observed which caused a delighted murmur to break out among the smallfolk. Nineteen ships had set out nearly two years past, one of the sails in the distance was a small galley Sarelleon had sent to greet his father's fleet. Only two ships had been lost in nearly two years. A pleasant calculation. Certainly compared to the forty ships Sarelleon had lost in the meantime. If not for the Targaryen bastard's invasion of the Reach Sarelleon could have lost his father the Arbor.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">B</span></span>eside him Ashara, shifting on her feet in excitement turned to Alannys and asked with childish excitement.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Will father bring us presents from the far east?""</span>She asked. That would be a first, Sarelleon thought to himself as Alannys offered reply. At the most their father would deign to regale his progeny with tales of his travels and even that was not likely unless it was part of a morale or lesson he wished to instill in his children. Sarelleon certainly expected no present to reward his ignominious failure and defeat.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">C</span></span>ommotion from behind him, distracted the heir to the Arbor. Turning he saw riders with the Redwyne banner approach. Among them rode a woman with gold-silver hair. Elenei had arrived. Waiting patiently for his sister to draw close Sarelleon, due to his worry, greeted her unnecessarily scoldingly.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""You are almost late sister.""</span>He declared, immediately regretting the harsh words. Elenei, who looked exhausted and like if she had been crying merely shrugged indifferently.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""I was delayed.""</span>She merely replied.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">S</span></span>arelleon would have probed, more tactfully than his initial outburst, about his sister's delay if there had been time, but now at last the Redwyne fleet was upon them.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">I</span></span>n front sailed a mighty warship, the flagship of the Redwyne navy;<span style=""font-style: italic"">Sweet Serenei</span>. Crafted by the greatest shipwrights in the ninth year of Lord Salladhor's reign she was a marvel of shipwrights-craft the likes of which the Arbor had never known before. Built like a galley but with a rigging comparable to the large Swan ships of the Summer Islands and with large armored fore and aft castles she was a ship built for heavy combat, a fact made abundantly clear by the dozens of scorpio's littering her deck and two large ballistas in the castles.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Y</span></span>et more impressive than the ship itself was the man standing atop the forecastle just behind the large dragon shaped gilded figurehead. He was tall, well over six feet, and large, weighing a great many stones. Clad in chain mail and armor and luxurious oriental garbs and with a large sword at his hip on whose grip his hand rested, the Lord of the Arbor was an imposing martial sight. At forty he still looked every bit the sealord he was. As his ship anchored at the docks he walked down from the forecastle being saluted by his men as he went.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">D</span></span>isembarking his ship Lord Salladhor Redwyne the Red, marched proudly towards his children. A collective shiver went through the children from Sarelleon to Gerold with only Allyria unmoved by the looming figure approaching. Awe and respect had supplanted wonder and excitement in the Redwyne children as eighteen years of nostalgic remembrance was instantly done away with by the presence of their formidable sire, and Sarelleon's knees where not the only one that shook at the approach of the warlord of House Redwyne.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">A</span></span>s Lord Salladhor reached his children his step halted and he quickly inspected them with cold hawkish lilac eyes. Sarelleon dared meet his father's gaze even if his heart was pounding. The burning fury he saw there made him shiver and he could not meet the gaze for long as the contempt in it was unbearable. Lord Salladhor looked much the same as he had for as long as Sarelleon could remember. His appearance that had once been as graceful and elegant as his twin had been seasoned and weathered by a hard life of self-imposed exile, voyaging and war. He was, as ever, muscular, though perhaps the past two years had seen a slight increase in fat at the expense of muscle mass, Sarelleon thought.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">T</span></span>here was no further time to return his father's inspection. On the bridge behind Lord Salladhor two handsome young men with golden brown hair appeared. For a moment Sarelleon did not recognize them. They had changed so much he noted with a sting of jealousy. In place of the two nervous and scared youths that had left stood two confident young men in the armor of skilled battle-proven Redwyne retainers. Sarelleon's brothers; Quentyn and Alekyne. What, Sarelleon wondered with envy, had they not experienced alongside Lord Salladhor in the east while their older brother was left behind?<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">F</span></span>inishing his inspection Lord Salladhor walked along the line formed by his children giving curt nods or ungentle pats with his gauntlet clad hand to his children. He halted in front of Sarelleon who with pleasure noted that for the first time in his life he could look his father in the eyes almost without looking upwards.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Where is your aunt?""</span>Lord Salladhor growled emotionless in his voluminous barking tone, staring at Sarelleon with coldness.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">T</span></span>he heir to the Arbor bowed politely before his father.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""She spoke of a letter she needed to dispatch and regrets not being able to greet father upon his triumphant return from glory and conquest in the Stepstones and beyond.""</span>Sarelleon formally replied. Lord Salladhor merely grunted.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Little conquest and less glory but it will be a while before any bloody pirates in the Stepstones take liberties with my property and make unwanted advances towards my ships.""</span>Lord Salladhor laconically replied a grim grimace marring his weathered, but still fair, features.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Not so here I understand. I suppose my sister must be quite busy these days. Not everyday do our house loose forty warships.""</span>Lord Salladhor growled, prompting a blush to appear on Sarelleon's cheeks as he, once more, looked away, unable to meet the anger of the man who he had only ever wanted to make proud. Then, without any further words, the Lord of the Arbor walked along the pier towards a horse held by a squire. The audience was over. Sarelleon preferred not to look at his siblings to see their disappointment that he knew was mirrored in his own gaze, but with the addition of utter humiliation and shame."
10237,Game of Thrones - Legacy: Chapter 2: Winter Storms (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322764,2014-12-08T11:00:00,Krugmar,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">House Merser</span></span><br/>Kings Landing - Merser Estate<br/>Lord Adas Merser<br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://24.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_m8e40hVSPz1ryemkpo1_500.jpg""/></div><hr/><br/><br/>Adas had returned to his study shortly after his visitors had left, he had little time to waste and a lot of work to do. He was fumbling through reports, accounts and ledgers attempting to make sense of all the numbers, by the Gods this was difficult! If his calculations were correct, and usually they were, then his House would face bankruptcy within a few years. He had large amounts of sovereigns now, carefully saved up through cautious trade and limited expenses but he was having to take chunks out of these savings. The letter from his servant in Rosby had convinced him that Ryom was spending copious amounts of money and likely not sending the large share of the taxes to Adas.<br/><br/>Adas had a solution to this problem, he would send Ryom to join Mekar in the Riverlands. It would remove him from his position of power and make him useful, a trusted regent would be needed in his stead however. Ser Maric Ellonhert was an obvious choice, a pious and loyal knight who bore no hatred towards Stormfyres or Kalloghans. Adas began writing his letter to Ryom and he did not hold back.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Dearest brother, Ser Ryom Merser</span><br/><br/>I am angered, appalled and disgusted in the way you have ignored my orders to end these constant feasts and hunts. You are becoming a drain on our family wealth and pride, something which I will not abide. I give you two choices, join Mekar Targaryen in the Riverlands with an escort of knights or renounce your titles, family and claims and join the Nights Watch or some other exile. I would hope you choose the first option, yet I leave it up to you. Ser Maric Ellonhert shall take over as Regent in my place.<br/><br/>signed, Adas Merser, Lord of Rosby</span></blockquote><br/><br/>He sealed the letter and attached it to a Raven. Hopefully it would arrive at Rosby soon, he wanted Ryom gone as soon as possible. He cracked his fingers together after sending the Raven off, there was still so much to do. He grabbed his ledger and left his study, stepping out into the atrium balcony he could see no-one below. His personal servant had been waiting outside his study as he had ordered, he handed him his ledger and motioned for him to follow. He attached a sheath along with its sword to his belt and made sure that it was securely fastened, then threw a lavish grey cloak around his shoulders.<br/><br/>He opened the door and was met with a rather warm, quite sunny day. He wasn't sure what time it was, probably late afternoon, but he reckoned he still had plenty of time. Two Rosby Men-at-Arms stood near the door and were ready to escort him. They fell in behind him as he began to make his way through the streets, it would not take too long to reach the Street of Silk.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">House Merser </span></span><br/>Kings Landing - Cobblers Square<br/>Derran Merser<br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://images5.fanpop.com/image/photos/30600000/King-s-Landing-concept-art-game-of-thrones-30693437-532-280.jpg""/></div><hr/><br/><br/>Derran wandered through the marketplace, idly browsing the wares looking for useless trinkets and other kinds of junk. His father disliked Cobblers square, the goods were too common for him here and 'not suitable for a nobleman' as he had said. Derran simply liked the buzz, the life that such places had. He could not understand why his father enjoyed locking himself up in the manor at Shadowback Lane, such boredom would kill him. He tried on a pair of misshapen gloves which were uncomfortable and quickly took them off. Perhaps his father was right about the wares in this place. Out of the corner of his eye he spotted a young woman, must have been in her early twenties, with long blonde hair and what seemed to be great looks though he was quite far away.<br/><br/>He made his way closer towards her, she seemed to be standing on her own browsing some badly done jewelry. Derran slowly made his way over to her, pretending to browse wares at different stalls, until he finally reached the same stall as her. He had been right, she was very pleasing to the eye. He felt nervous, he had never done anything like this before, and his hands began to sweat as his mind told him to run away. Yet he had to stay strong, Morn would laugh at him for days if he ran and his father would think him a coward.<br/><br/>""A nice day to be shopping"" he blurted out, immediately going red after saying it. What in the Seven Hells had made him say that? He should have backed away while he still had the chance, he was in over his head, perhaps he should run now?<br/><br/>""It is, though I'm not sure this jewelery is worth the money"" said the woman, not looking at Derran.<br/><br/>""My name is Derran, and yours is?"" asked Derran, attempting to at least seem slightly confident.<br/><br/>""I am Delilah Wylum, nice to meet you"" she said, looking at him for the first time and smiling slightly.<br/><br/>""Wylum? I have not heard of that House before"" said Derran, his history of the Houses of Westeros rough but sharp enough to know that he did not know that House.<br/><br/>""House?"" she chuckled, ""I'm not noble enough to be part of a House, my father was a baker"".<br/><br/>""Oh, I apologise. I'm Derran of House Merser"" he replied. How had he been so stupid? Of course she wasn't a noble, though her clothes indicated some wealth they still left a lot to be desired in terms of fabric and design.<br/><br/>""You mean House Merser of Rosby?"" she asked, to which he nodded, ""I should be the one apologising my Lord"" she continued, giving a short and slight lowering of the head.<br/><br/>""No, please don't call me Lord. My father is a damned Lord and he is always so serious. Call me Derran"" groaned Derran.<br/><br/>""Ok my lo- I mean, Derran"" Delilah replied. Derran was beginning to like her, perhaps his brothers teasing would stop when he introduced her to his family.<br/><br/>Derran smiled, he was feeling quite confident at this point, and asked ""So Delilah, what do you do?""<br/><br/>""I work at the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Headless Dragon</span>Inn, I used to own Highpoint Bakery but sold it soon after my father died. I have enough money, but no family or friends to spend it on"" she replied, returning his smile.<br/><br/>""What do you do at the Inn?"" asked Derran, curious as to what the more common folk got up to.<br/><br/>""I usually work as a barmaid, but sometimes I take jobs on the side for some extra cash"" she said.<br/><br/>""What kind of jobs?"" asked Derran, unsure as to what she meant.<br/><br/>Delilah chuckled and blushed slightly, then grabbed his hand and said ""Let me show you"" before pulling him towards a dark alley that no-one used. Derran really hoped that she wasn't going to mug him, or worse, knife him.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">House Merser </span></span><br/>Kings Landing - Harbour - <span style=""font-style: italic"">The Cheerful</span><br/>Ser Morn Merser<br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/5G3rzCs.png""/></div><hr/><br/><br/>The sea stank of salt and piss. Morn hated the Waterfront and knew that his father knew that. Perhaps his father found some kind of humour in sending him to inspect the galleys and Dromond every damned week. He had seen the three Rosby galleys and they seemed to be in good shape. Now he was inspecting the recently finished Dromond called<span style=""font-style: italic"">The Cheerful</span>, he wasn't exactly sure why his father had called it that but knew that there must be a joke in it somewhere.<br/><br/>It was a beast of a boat, dwarfing the galleys near it. It was not the largest nor sturdiest of the Dromonds, being smaller than a Dromond of the Royal fleet, but it was certainly impressive. His father must have pooled some serious coin into this Dromond as it was outfitted with the latest in weaponry and the guards aboard it seemed to be seasoned men. Despite this readiness for war, the ship was actually designed to also second as a merchant vessel in peace time. He was unsure as to why his father wanted a fleet, through he supposed the prestige and money (from trade) gained were likely reasons.<br/><br/>Morn looked around for his wife, Lady Ameli. He could not see her anywhere, she must have fled back to the manor after they viewed the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Cold Night</span>together. Morn could not blame her for leaving, he truly hated this place. He motioned to his guards to follow and set off towards the manor, he was done with his jobs for the day.<br/><br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">House Merser</span></span><br/>Kings Landing - The Street of Silk<br/>Lord Adas Merser<br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://24.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_m8e40hVSPz1ryemkpo1_500.jpg""/></div><hr/><br/><br/>Adas made his way through the busy and buzzing streets of Silk. He could hear the whores and wenches calling out to him and the other men who prowled this street. If he had no true business here then he would have left the foul area immediately. He finally found the Inn he was looking for, the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Toothless Lion</span>, and made his way inside. His guards pushed the commoners out of his way while his servant followed behind him like a dog. He made his way towards the barkeep, looking around the Inn. It was quite luxurious, a high end place that many young noblemen would likely stay at. It's main attraction were the Lysene girls it claimed to have, though that is not why Adas was there.<br/><br/>The barkeep was a stout, quite ugly man, who looked tired and perpetually angry. Adas made his way towards him and said ""A nice Inn you have here"".<br/><br/>The barkeep looked up and was likely about to tell Adas what he could do with his words until he noticed the guards, then the sigil adorning them. ""Thank you m'lord"" he responded meekly.<br/><br/>""I assume you own this establishment?"" asked Adas, receiving a nod from the barkeep, ""Excellent, I wish to purchase it from you"" he continued.<br/><br/>""How much you offerin' m'lord?"" asked the barkeep.<br/><br/>""Twenty five Gold Dragons"" replied Adas. This was a low price for an Inn this good, but Adas had found it was always good to start moderately low.<br/><br/>""Hmm, no deal, hows 'bout 500 gold Dragons and is' a deal"" said the barkeep.<br/><br/>""Five hundred Dragons could buy me a small keep, no, I shall offer you One hundred and I think you know that is the best offer you will get from me, or anyone else"" replied Adas.<br/><br/>The barkeep thought for a moment, then said ""Alright, one one condishun, I runs the place for you as a sort of manager""<br/><br/>Adas chuckled, then replied ""I was about to suggest the same thing. Now, my servant will give you the money, you will then sign the deed giving me ownership and that is settled"". The barkeep took the purse and hid it away within the folds of his clothes, then scribbled his name down onto the deed. His writing was ineligible but it served its purpose. Adas told the barkeep to keep running as normal, he would be sending one of his agents over every two weeks to collect the profits and deal with the paperwork.<br/><br/>Adas quickly left the establishment and began making his way back to his manor. He was slowly expanding his trade network and income through means that most lords eschewed. Money had to come from somewhere however, and Adas was determined not to full into debt with the Iron Bank like most lords easily did.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">House Merser </span></span><br/>Kings Landing - Cobblers Square<br/>Derran Merser<br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://images5.fanpop.com/image/photos/30600000/King-s-Landing-concept-art-game-of-thrones-30693437-532-280.jpg""/></div><hr/><br/><br/>Derran walked out of the alleyway, slightly red faced and out of breath. Following him was Delilah who was chuckling slightly. He had barely known her for more than five minutes and already he loved her. He turned to her, with a large grin on his face, and asked ""Would you like to come back to my Manor? It is very comfortable there"".<br/><br/>Delilah returned his smile and said ""That would be nice Derran, though.."".<br/><br/>""What is wrong?"" asked Derran.<br/><br/>""I am not sure that your father would approve, you a noble and me a commoner"" she replied, her smile gone.<br/><br/>""I don't care what my father thinks, come on!"" said Derran, quickly pulling her with him and leading her towards Shadowback lane. Derran was in such a blissful mood that it did not worry him about how easily he had seemingly won her heart. Perhaps this would prove his independence to his father and brother, show them that he was his own man. Or perhaps it would convince them he was a fool not to be trusted with any responsibilities or power. Derran liked both outcomes, so he carried on leading Delilah towards the Merser estates.<br/><br/><hr/>"
10238,Game of Thrones - Legacy: Chapter 2: Winter Storms (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322764,2014-12-08T13:27:00,Givious,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Baratheon""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Independent States of Tula <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322764&amp;p=22716659#p22716659"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Givious <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322764&amp;p=22715809#p22715809"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ser Hollard Bywater<br/>Storms End, Stormlands<br/>Fourty-Days-After-Death</span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Ser Hollard had been in Storm's End for over a month now, and had been kept out of sight the whole time. He finally had the meeting he wanted, and as such he entered the room with a multitude of small missives from ravens that had come for him with word from the King.</span><br/><br/>""My liege, I thank you for seeing me..."" <span style=""font-style: italic"">Hollard was about to say ""Finally"" but held his tongue.</span> ""I bring messages from King Aegon in Kings Landing. He missed you at his coronation... a week ago. He wishes to see you in a fortnight for his wedding with House Tully, and to speak with you on the future of the realm.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">///</span><br/><br/>Tyr kept a neutral face as Ser Hollard Bywater entered the room, a servant standing in the corner took note of his arrival and immediately moved to get the other servants into action to supply the food. Tyr meanwhile took the pitcher of wine and poured some into the two glasses the table, he then grabbed his cup and took a drink to show it wasn't poisoned.<br/><br/>Setting it down Tyr finally replied <span style=""color: #0000FF"">""Yes, please tell Aegon I apologize for missing such an event. I've been busy the past month ensuring that House Baratheon's future would remain safe and secure. I'll be there for the wedding, if nothing occurs to stop it of course.""</span><br/><br/>The food came in, roast boar, fruits, and vegetables were placed upon the table. <br/><br/>Tyr collected his helping and waited for Ser Hollard to do the same before continuing <span style=""color: #0000FF"">""You have my personal apologies for the long wait, I understand how unfair that was of me to you. Do you mind if I ask you something though? Is Aegon a good man? Does he put his people before himself, would he sacrifice his claim to the Throne for the benefit of the realm? Or is he selfish, and only hungry for the power that the damn Iron Throne offers?""</span></div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ser Hollard Bywater<br/>Storm's End, The Stormlands<br/>Fourty-Days-After-Death</span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Hollard takes a drink from his mug before setting it down, not taking a seat at the table.</span><br/><br/>""My lord Aegon is kind man, a man who must strive to prove all those who cast doubt upon him wrong.""<span style=""font-style: italic"">His eyes come up to meet Tyr's.</span>""Aegon was going to join the Nights Watch so the throne could fall tho his younger brother, Baelor, for he thought himself a bad ruler as he was unpopular due to his childhood illness. But before he could do this his grandmother and father were murdered by the rose. You ask if he would give it up for the benefit of the realm. He sits upon it for the benefit of the realm.""<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Tully""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Leasath <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322764&amp;p=22718480#p22718480"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Edmyn Tully<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">40 AQD, besieged Riverrun</span></span></div><br/><br/>Edmyn had been residing alone within his solar - home to the inner workings of the Lords of House Tully for generations, most recently occupied by his late father Hoster. Remnants of his warm, gregarious demeanor remained - large, expensive carpets so as to keep anyone who tread them warm. A few tapestries depicting the jumping trout of House Tully, as well as a few more that seemed to be gifts, depicting great moments of history regarding the Riverlands. However, a select few of these had been removed - so as to hide the bloodstained reminders of the violent coup d'etat engaged in by Edmyn so very recently.<br/><br/>Regardless, Edmyn was in contemplation when a knight -<span style=""font-style: italic""> something Vance, maybe?</span>, Edmyn thought, turning himself to look at the man.<br/><br/>""Milord, a Targaryen Host has joined with the Starks."" Edmyn was unsurprised, but this further leveling on of troops against his own seemed to knock the wind out of him. He sighed deeply. ""It is said that Mekar Targaryen leads them, and was seen with a small group. Milord, they have offered you free passage to Kings Landing.""<br/><br/>""And I am to trust the word of a Targaryen? I think not.""<br/><br/>""But, milord, they have offered a token from Aegon himself- a ring from his own hand to ensure your passage. They wish for you to negotiate with Medgar."" At this, Edmyn stood suddenly, stalking to a nearby window of the solar. Outside he could see the precious few banners of his own men, and the many outside his walls all underneath the great Dragon of House Targaryen. ""I-I have also been told to tell you that if you do not accept, the Lords assembled will attempt to yield the castle.""<br/><br/>Edmyn spun around. ""Fine. Bloody well fine. I am surrounded by cravens and idiots, lowborn men of no repute. I know my situation. I did not know that I would be threatened with betrayal."" He stalked to the door, screaming at a nearby guard to have ""some bloody <span style=""font-style: italic"">idiot</span> here"" gather his things for travel. After this, he retrieved his sword - swordsman or not he must at least seem to have some proficiency - and armored himself lightly. It was not long before he was at the main gate to Riverrun, flanked by a select few knights. Before they exited, a white banner of peace was raised, and multiple archers on the wall prepared themselves for some sort of treachery.<br/><br/>As the group rode out, a herald rode a bit ahead, holding the peace banner. Once they reached the opposition, he called out.<br/><br/>""Presenting himself in accord to the message of ceasefire and a promise of fair travel, Lord Edmyn of House Tully, son of Hoster, Lord of Riverrun and Lord Paramount of the Riverlands.""</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Mekar ""The Bull Dragon"" Targaryen<br/>Riverrun, The Riverlands<br/>Fourty-Days-After-Death</span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Mekar rides towards Edmyn, tossing the ring at him. As Edmyn catches it Mekar yells to him.</span>""Me and some of my men will accompany you back to Kings Landing, I hope your men are welcome to the Royal host and that of the Starks, I'd hate for us to have to storm the battlements for food.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">With that Mikar rides towards his men as some 300 saddle up and prepare to ride towards Kings Landing with a few extra guests in tow.</span><br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">King Aegon Targyaren<br/>Red Keep, Kings Landing<br/>Fourty-Days-After-Death</span></div><br/><br/>""What in seven hells does all this shit mean?!""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Aegon yells at the treasurer that had brought him the numbers before him.</span><br/><br/>""Lord Valenvareth has not been in the capitol for some time, and with our inability to tax the land properly...""<br/><br/>""What are you saying? No one has been keeping records???""<br/><br/>""Yes, m'lord""<br/><br/>""Oh for fucks sake...""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Aegon slouches into his seat. Veserys is all the way on Dragonstone defending it and Lord Valenvareth was indisposed in Darry. Suddenly Aegon had an idea.</span>""Bring Lord Merser and his family to the Red Keep for dinner. Tonight. I care not for reasons that he cannot make it, he will be here in our great hall within a few hours. Go."""
10239,Game of Thrones - Legacy: Chapter 2: Winter Storms (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322764,2014-12-08T14:44:00,Lunas Legion,"<span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Southwest of Riverrun, Lancel Lannister- 40 Days AQD</span><br/><br/>""Lord Stark."" Lancel called out over the wind as he saw a scattering of armoured figures approaching. ""Although Arya would no doubt have preferred we met properly under different circumstances, it seems that we meet much further south than I would have expected.""<br/><br/>Lancel breathed out. ""Which brings me onto a simple question. Do you besiege Riverrun for Aegon or Medgar?""<br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Lannister Encampment, Southwest of Riverrun, Jamie Lannister- 40 Days AQD</span><br/><br/>""Why'd my fool of a father leave me behind..."" Jamie cursed as he mounted his horse in full armour, five knights already mounted to act as his escort. ""Should know better that not to tell me of these things. It's my damned duty to know what deals he's making."" Jamie kicked his horse into a slow trot, his knights following as he headed off in search of Lancel's party."
10240,Game of Thrones - Legacy: Chapter 2: Winter Storms (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322764,2014-12-08T15:16:00,Independent States of Tula,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Givious <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322764&amp;p=22726343#p22726343"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ser Hollard Bywater<br/>Storm's End, The Stormlands<br/>Fourty-Days-After-Death</span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Hollard takes a drink from his mug before setting it down, not taking a seat at the table.</span><br/><br/>""My lord Aegon is kind man, a man who must strive to prove all those who cast doubt upon him wrong."" <span style=""font-style: italic"">His eyes come up to meet Tyr's.</span> ""Aegon was going to join the Nights Watch so the throne could fall tho his younger brother, Baelor, for he thought himself a bad ruler as he was unpopular due to his childhood illness. But before he could do this his grandmother and father were murdered by the rose. You ask if he would give it up for the benefit of the realm. He sits upon it for the benefit of the realm.""</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Tyr Baratheon</span></div><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">40 AQD, Storm's End</span></div><br/><br/>Tyr Baratheon gave a smile at that reply before saying<span style=""color: #0000FF"">""I'm glad to hear that Aegon has such a love for the Realm. Too bad he is of Bastard Blood...then there would be no one to stand in his way to the damned Throne.""</span><br/><br/>Staying silent a few moments Tyr then stood up and stated<span style=""color: #0000FF"">""Enjoy the food and wine, you're welcome to stay in Storm's End as long as you need before you leave to return to Aegon. I have something I must attend to before I leave for the wedding but Gods willing I'll be there in time.""</span><br/><br/>With that said Tyr excused himself from the room and made his way to his study once more, when he entered he wasn't at all surprised to see Auster sitting in one of the spare chairs inside.<br/><br/>""How'd the dinner go? That seemed rather short."" Auster replied as he toyed with a wooden soldier piece meant to mark troop positions.<br/><br/>Tyr didn't reply vocally, rather he walked to a door in the back of the room, he opened it and revealed his grandfather's old armor and his arming sword<span style=""font-style: italic"">Lightbringer</span>, Tyr looked upon the sigil of the Stag and the purple flaming heart silently a few moments before he finally stated<span style=""color: #0000FF"">""Have this armor refitted for my use. I'll also need to touch up on my swordplay I believe...though I hope not.""</span><br/><br/>""That bad my Lord?"" Auster asked soberly.<br/><br/><span style=""color: #0000FF"">""No...not bad...but I fear that two good men will have to fight for that damned Throne if Aegon truly believes his rule is for the benefit of the realm and refuses to surrender it to the true King. And those that die in the fighting will die because of me.""</span>Tyr replied before asking<span style=""color: #0000FF"">""Am I doing the right thing, Auster?""</span><br/><br/>""You're taking what is yours my Lord...no my Grace. You are the King by all rights, and the men that could die...they'll die because Aegon Crassius refused to submit to the law of this land. If you give up that Throne which you seem to despise then perhaps there'll be peace, but for how long? How long until another Civil War breaks out because a few people all have claims to the Throne? Hmm?<br/><br/>""I've read some of your groundwork, I've read some of your Golden Liberty...that is what this realm needs. It'll make all Highborn equal, it'll make the Monarchy ruled not by crazed Kings because we have to go by blood but by competent and strong Kings elected by their fellow Highborn, it'll end the need for violence among the Houses of Westeros...Tyr...you have it in your power to create a new and stable government that won't fall prey to the violent revolutions of past. My Grace...you need to pursue this claim! The future of Westeros depends upon this! You can end the violence, the suffering, Aegon may bring short-term peace but you'll bring far more good in the long run with this system of yours!"" Auster answered, determined.<br/><br/>Tyr looked back at the armor and sword of his grandfather, he picked up<span style=""font-style: italic"">Lightbringer</span>and said<span style=""color: #0000FF"">""Alright, I'll push my claim at Aegon's wedding that I'll have to leave for in a few days, if he refuses to accept it though...then we'll push it on the battlefield. Have this armor refitted for me, it'll serve me well as it served my grandfather. And while I'm gone...Auster, you are to serve as the Lord in my stead, I know you won't fail me.""</span><br/><br/>""My Grace...you do me a great honor. I shall not fail you."" Auster replied with gratitude before approaching the set of armor and asking ""Shall I have your sigil painted over the old one my Grace?""<br/><br/>Tyr smiled before saying<span style=""color: #0000FF"">""No...it'll help remind my enemies whose blood I come from. Stannis Baratheon's armor and his sword are mine in the coming war, they will bring me honor and glory just like they did for him. With any hope, we'll be more successful this time around.""</span>"
10241,Game of Thrones - Legacy: Chapter 2: Winter Storms (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322764,2014-12-08T16:31:00,Krugmar,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">House Merser</span></span><br/>Kings Landing, Merser Estate<br/>Lord Adas Merser and family<br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://24.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_m8e40hVSPz1ryemkpo1_500.jpg""/></div><hr/><br/><br/>""A messenger from the King?!?"" shouted Lord Adas Merser, breaking his customary calm tone due to sheer bewilderment.<span style=""font-style: italic"">What could this mean?</span>He thought.<br/><br/>""Yes dear Husband, we are invited to attend dinner with the King, his grace has invited our whole family, he insists we attend"" replied Lady Aline. She was barely able to keep the excitement contained, only betraying herself through the slight happiness conveyed in her voice.<br/><br/>""Servants, make sure our children are fully dressed and ready in an hour. I want the best clothes, jewelry and everything to be perfect!"" shouted Adas Merser. This had completely caught him off guard, he was expecting the day to be rather uneventful.<br/><br/>It was at this moment that Derran entered the house, followed by Delilah. His mother Aline was in the atrium, while Adas stood on the atrium balcony, both wore confused faces when they saw Delilah enter. ""Mother, Father, I have someone to show you"" said Derran, excitement clearly in his voice.<br/><br/>""Yes you do, but make it quick, you must change soon"" said Lady Aline, her eyes focused on inspecting Delilah.<br/><br/>""This is Delilah Wylum, I wish to marry her"" announced Derran.<br/><br/>""Is that so?"" asked Adas as he slowly walked down the stairs, ""and why, my son, would I let you marry a commoner?"" he continued.<br/><br/>""Well father... because I love her"" responded Derran, clutching at Delilah's hand.<br/><br/>Adas reached the bottom of the stairs, took a long good look at Delilah and then walked over to the pair. ""You met her today, didn't you? This kind of secret you would not be able to keep from telling somebody, and everybody in this household tells me everything"" asked, then informed, Adas.<br/><br/>""Yes father, but truly we are in love"" pleaded Derran, his hopes fading.<br/><br/>""I admire your courage at asking this of me, but you must know I cannot allow my son to marry a commoner"" said Adas. He could see the disappointment on Derran's face and knew that this would require a compromise, he could not afford Derran ruining the night. ""However, I will allow her to stay here with you as a... mistress. She shall act as a lady-in-waiting to Lady Ameli. This is the best offer you shall get from me"" continued Adas, hopeful that Derran would accept.<br/><br/>Derran turned to look at Delilah, expecting to see her as upset as he was. However, she seemed to be nodding and smiling at him, perhaps his father was right and this was a better option? ""Thank you father, that is agreeable to us"" replied Derran.<br/><br/>""Excellent, now I will want you to get changed into your best clothes. Delilah may accompany us as Ameli's Lady-in-waiting, but she will not reside with us in the dining hall with the King. I cannot risk insulting the King with the presence of a commoner, now away with you, quickly"" said Adas, leaving no time for a response as he hurried off to change into his best clothes.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">House Merser </span></span><br/>Rosby - Rosby Castle<br/>Ser Ryom Merser, Ser Edric Kalloghan and Ser Gryf Stormfyre.<br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/7ZSLL2S.jpg""/></div><hr/><br/><br/>The raven had arrived quite quickly, the message took a shorter time still to reach Ser Ryom. He read it over several times, each time broke down a wall of restraint keeping his anger in check. He smashed the table with his fists several times, shouting and cursing about his brother. ""How dare he! Sending us away to the Riverlands after all I have done for him!"" he shouted to his companions.<br/><br/>Ser Edric bravely spoke up, ""Is he sending all of us Ryom?"".<br/><br/>Ryom shook his head, ""No, not all of us"" before taking a quick drink of wine. ""He is leaving Ser Maric here to serve as regent"".<br/><br/>""That stupid prick, always been in the light as far as Lord Merser is concerned"" grumbled Ser Gryf, a rather overweight and heavily bearded man.<br/><br/>Ryom nodded his head in agreement, then said ""Well, I guess he truly does have his spies everywhere in this castle. Hopefully we get to do some fighting and killing, been too long since I killed a man in combat"".<br/><br/>Ser Edric raised his wine in agreement, ""Perhaps it won't be so bad, some riding and killing like you said"". To this they all raised their wine glasses and cheered together, they were looking forward to a potential bit of butchery.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">-One hour later-</span><br/><br/>It was chaos at Rosby castle, Ser Ryom was cursing every servant he came along as he clambered to get ready. His armour needed adjustment for the slight bit of weight he had put on, though no as much as Ser Gryfs armour. Ryom truly felt sorry for the horse that had to carry the fat bastard. Ryom inspected the knights that would accompany them, Fifteen Rosby Knights, along with five Kalloghan knights and five Stormfyre knights. Hardly an army, but more knights were always useful.<br/><br/>They soon left the castle, riding away towards the Riverlands and its capital, Riverrun. Ryom had no idea what they were meant to do or even what was happening in the Riverlands, his only instructions were to meet up with a 'Mekar Targaryen'. Curse his damned older brother.<br/><br/><hr/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">House Merser</span></span><br/>Kings Landing, Merser Estate<br/>Lord Adas Merser and family<br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://24.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_m8e40hVSPz1ryemkpo1_500.jpg""/></div><hr/><br/><br/>The Merser family had assembled within the atrium, servants rushed about as they attempted to make any last minute adjustments. Lord Adas was dressed in a fine grey doublet, with a silver white trim adorning it. Fastened around his shoulders was a thin grey cloak showing the Merser owl sigil on its back. He wore heavy black boots and gloves which gave his steps a sounding of authority. His wife, the Lady Aline, was dressed in a dazzling long blue dress with white fur wrapped around her shoulders, she was completely adorned in silver jewelry.<br/><br/>Ser Morn Merser, the heir, was dressed quite similarly to his father, he lacked a cape however and his doublet was created in a slightly different fashion. His boots and gloves were slightly lighter, in both colour and weight. His hair was a dark brown, cut quite short and fashioned to the side. His wife, the Lady Ameli, was dressed in an emerald dress that threatened to outshine Aline's. She did not wear fur around her shoulders however, preferring a simple silk shawl of a slightly darker emerald colour.<br/><br/>Derran Merser stood to the side of his brother and his brothers wife. His hair was a very dark brown, quite unkempt and he was slightly unshaven. His outfit was less ornate and prestigious as his father and brothers, but still showed a large amount of wealth. It was also slightly darker, being a dark grey rather than a light grey. His boots and gloves were the same as Morns. Behind Lady Ameli was Delilah, also dressed in an emerald dress which resembled, but was far less rich in colour and fabric, Lady Ameli's dress.<br/><br/>Adas motioned for his family to leave the Manor, he was quite pleased at how they looked. He quickly made sure that Emmond Merser, the child of his son Morn, was well looked after and guarded, then left the Manor himself. The escort for his family was a mixture, mainly his own Rosby guards led by his master-at-arms, Ser Fealric Ellonhert, and a few gold-cloaks probably sent from the Red Keep. They made their way to the Red Keep in good time, their Manor being quite close in Shadowback Lane.<br/><br/>Adas had always loved the keep, only visiting it several times during the reign of Daenerys and never being invited to it before. They passed through the outer gates, then shortly through the inner gates. The fierce strength of the keep and wealth of the Targaryens was apparent to the Mersers as they entered the Red Keep. The wide doors opened and Adas bade Ser Fealric to wait outside with the men. The Mersers entered the keep, Adas slightly worried that he had arrived too early though he would have been more worried if he was late, and then waited for the King, or a message from him.<br/><br/><hr/>"
10242,Game of Thrones - Legacy: Chapter 2: Winter Storms (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322764,2014-12-08T18:26:00,Alderann,"HIGHGARDEN, THE REACH<br/><br/>Deep inside of HIGHGARDEN, amongst all of the flowers in the garden a meeting of the small council was summoned. In attendance was the Lady Margeary and her cousin Gauis. Along with several of the nobles from their vassal houses.<br/><br/>The purpose of this meeting would be to discuss the current war. The Lady Margeary sat at one end of the table while Gauis sat at the other one to signify their status. The two Tyrells sat and looked on at the other 10 lords in attendance at the meeting.<br/><br/>The day was nice and a fresh breeze was calmly blowing into the garden, giving an almost serene feel. If it wasn't for the discussion of the war this could have been an almost perfect day.<br/><br/>The Lady Margeary started the meeting. "" lords you all know why you have been summoned here. I want an end to this war now!""<br/>Lady Margeary said with a subtle intensity in her voice.<br/><br/>All of the other lords either looked down or just starred at her. The only one that broke the silence was her cousin Gauis.<br/><br/>"" My dear cousin, wars are not won with wishes but with victories. Which is what we need. We need victories and allies in this. Especially if you want to be successful in this war. It will not be over soon. Nor will it be an easy victory.""<br/><br/>the rest of council shook their heads in agreement with Gauis. Gauis has always been respected by the lords of the reach. Not just for being fair and just but also for being brave and firm when he needed to be.<br/><br/>Lady Margeary responded to Gauis. "" and my dear cousin what do you propose? Do you have some magical plan that will elevate our situation? ""<br/><br/>by now Gauis had the attention of everyone in attendance. "" well my dear cousin I do have a few suggestions. But I'm afraid none of which you like nor enjoy but for the sake of our house you must listen.""<br/><br/>all the lady Margeary simply gave a head nod. Gauis then proceeded to tell his thoughts on the current situation.<br/>"" first I feel that we should give up the claim on the throne.""<br/><br/>Gauis spoke those words and he expected there to be a huge debate over it, but to his surprise all of the lords was shaking their heads in agreement with him. The only one that had an objection was Margeary, which she voiced.<br/>"" I want to be queen! I will be queen!"" her face turned red as her voice grew louder with displeasure to Gauis's suggestion.<br/><br/>When the Lady Margeary finally calmed down Gauis proceeded with his thoughts.<br/>"" I know my dear cousin you want the throne. But there are other things to consider cousin. For one we have to fight to keep control of the reach. That is why we need to recall our 35,000 men back. If we lose the reach then what cousin? Not only will you not be queen but you will not have the reach. And if you think it cannot happen then you are mistaken. The threat is real and we need to take measures to fight against it.""<br/><br/>Lord Zedrick of House Canon spoke up. "" milady I know you do not wish to hear it but what Lord Gauis speaks is the truth.""<br/><br/>Gauis then spoke back up. "" cousin you can still be queen but let it be through diplomacy and not force. The small folk are suffering and it is our duty as lord to care for them as they where our children.""<br/><br/>Gauis was different from other lords as he actually did care about the small folk and he did feel it was his duty to care for them.<br/><br/>By now the lady Margeary was furious at how the meeting was going. "" very well. I will allow you to carry on your meeting Lord Tyrell.""<br/>Saying it in a very rude and insulting manner before she stormed off, leaving the gardens and waking into the keep.<br/><br/>Now Gauis was heading the council meeting.<br/>"" let me apologize for my cousins attitude, she just doesn't see the grander plan. Now we need allies, I know of a house that are banner men for the lannisters. I want to send a raven to them with a marriage proposal. Arrange a marriage between myself and the lady of the house. The house name is Crakehall. If they accept then we can arrange an alliance with the lannisters giving us the friends we need. Next we will drop our claim to the throne and recall our soldiers. And the Ravens and inform me as soon as there is word."""
10243,Game of Thrones - Legacy: Chapter 2: Winter Storms (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322764,2014-12-08T18:41:00,Ontorisa,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://s20.postimg.org/dqi8yqr99/House_Pastrece_Sigil.png""/></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Siege of Riverrun<br/>40 Days after Queen's Death<br/>Lord Isaac Pastrece</span><br/><br/>There was only one thing Pastrece hated more than castle life: sieging. Standing at the western point, Isaac's group of 6,950 soldiers plus his vassals, were all camped. Fixing his steel laminar armour, Isaac glanced over at the walls of Riverrun. The men were eager for the fight, most of them were busy sharpening their weapons or fixing new arrows that had recently come in from a caravan from White Harbour. Isaac quickly walked down the rows and rows of tents with either the House Lyserk Banner, the House Northgale Banner or the House Pastrece banner. In total, there was close to about 11,040 soldiers, 2,230 soldiers belonging to House Northgale and 1,860 soldiers belonging to House Lyserk.<br/><br/>Passing by Earl Patrick Northgale's tent, which had two Northgale soldiers standing outside of it, Isaac glanced in quickly to catch the sight of Catherine Northgale, alone. She looked splendid, but Isaac had to inquire why she was here. He entered just as Catherine turned around.<br/><br/>""Oh, Isaac."" She commented as Isaac entered. ""How are you?""<br/><br/>""I'm fine Catherine. What are you doing here? Did the Earl drag you along on our campaign?"" Isaac asked quickly as Ser Orspath stood outside, his hands in front of his chest.<br/><br/>""Aye, he did my lord."" Catherine appeared to be sad at this, the initial happiness in her voice suddenly disappearing. ""He insisted however, and being a faithful wife, I followed.""<br/><br/>""Faithful, eh?"" Isaac smiled at this, a genuine smile he had not felt in quite sometime. ""Perhaps a feast for us lowly vassals is in order?""<br/><br/>""But the siege,"" Catherine drew closer and lowered her voice. ""we must not be distracted by our attraction, my beloved. I love you so, but, if we were to be slaughtered like the Starks at the Twins-""<br/><br/>""This is not the Twins, there are no Boltons or Freys here anymore."" Isaac wrapped his arms around Catherine, careful to break the line of sight from the Northgale guards before kissing her on the forehead. ""I promise you, there will be no betrayal or attack, I swear on my fathers and brothers that you shall be able to sleep calmly at night.""<br/><br/>Catherine appeared to enjoy the embrace before squirming away and regaining herself. She bowed before leaving the tent. Isaac, standing there like an idiot for a brief moment, went over the events that had just occurred and then left the tent, with Ser Orspath following him."
10244,Game of Thrones - Legacy: Chapter 2: Winter Storms (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322764,2014-12-08T19:13:00,Kuhlfros,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Southwest of Riverrun, Rickon Stark, 40 DAQD</span><br/>He replied, ""Lord Lannister, A pleasure to see you again of course."" and nodded and slightly frowned saying, ""Unfortunately I do not bear a simple answer to that simple question, I was brought into this war by the request of my nephew's son and cousin's daughter to end the kinslayer Edmyn's rule of Riverrun and the Riverlands, and install Medgar as Lord Paramount, however Aegon has joined on Medgar's side as well, meaning I am allied with them in this war, and even now Targaryen Banners hang about in the camps. But perhaps we can continue our talks somewhere warmer, and where the cold wind doesn't bite?""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""> Siege of Riverrun, General Benjen Snow, 40 DAQD</span><br/>Mekar left without a word to Benjen and left with Edmyn, leaving his and the surrendering Riverlander army, to say the least, Benejn was annoyed however he ordered one of his men to blow a warhorn for soldiers to march into the castle, The Siege of Riverrun overall lasted around 3 days before surrender, and before long, a Stark, Tully, and Targaryen Banner was raised above the castle, and below them an assortment of lower houses covered the walls as they showed their brazenafter the siege."
10245,Game of Thrones - Legacy: Chapter 2: Winter Storms (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322764,2014-12-08T19:17:00,Masimino,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">House Crakehall, Roland Crakehall,Crakehall</span><br/><br/>Roland was seating in the table, eating his food. His sister, Kaina, was busy studying what all the ladies of the house should be studying, household chores like knitting and being patient and all that, but she was terribly bored by it. Desmor, the uncle and old man of the house, was seating in the table with Roland, alternating between eating his food and reading a military book.<br/><br/>Everything was quite in the great hall, where the suns light shined over the glass windows, lighting the room quite nicely. The banner of the house stood behind the seat of the house, where Colbalt should be seating, but since he's with Lord Addam, the seat has been empty for some days now.<br/><br/>Suddenly, a raven comes and bears a message from the great house of Tyrell. Roland saw the raven come, grabbed the message and read while eating. His eyes widened at the proposal, mainly because a great house wants a marriage to a minor house like House Crakehall. He studied the contents, thought about it, and stood up. Calling his uncle and sister for a small council meeting. Roland gathered them up at the War Room, where Colbalt and Desmor used to play in, playing the generals of opposing armies.<br/><br/>Desmor first spoke and asked "" Roland, what's matter?"" he asked in his usual, old voice, he<span style=""font-style: italic"">is</span>old. Then Kaina spoke ""Thank you brother, I was bored by the septa teaching me chores"", she said in a bored yet happy voice. Roland looked at the letter one more time and finally said ""House Tyrell sent us a raven, with a message, saying they want a marraige.<span style=""font-style: italic"">WITH US</span>"". Desmore looked indifferent but Kaina looked interested, she then asked ""With who? You? Colbalt or Me?"". ""You, Kaina, they're asking a marriage between you and a man named Gauis, who's the cousin of Margeary"". Kaina looked at Roland confusingly, she was angry and confused at the same time. She was still thinking on what to say when Desmor asked ""And now, we should accept, but with a price"", he said cunningly, as if he had a plan. ""Tyrells, ah, a great house. But we need something in return for this-"" Desmor was speaking when Kaina interrupted him, saying ""WHAT? You want me to marry someone I don't know! No, I will NOT!"" she said in an angry voice. ""Now, sister, it's only a proposal, not a demand"" Roland said, trying to calm his sister down.<br/><br/>The room was then quite, until Desmor spoke ""Tyrells may need us, but it'll cost them. Let them pay a dowry for Kaina, then we will accept."" Kaina was angry at her uncle and said to him ""UNCLE?! What are--"" but Desmor also interrupted her ""Enough, Kaina, you will need to be married, and Gauis is an honorable and handsome man from what I heard. At least meet him to make your decision, then you will have the freedom of choice to decide"" he said in a calm voice. Kaina looked at Desmor, who added ""I love you as my child, Colbalt and Roland are like my sons, the marriage between your father and mother wasn't the happiest. And because of that, I will not let that happen with you, Roland and Colbalt"". Kaina finally spoke ""Fine, I'll consider it<span style=""font-weight: bold"">ONLY</span>if this Gauis meets with me, here, in Crakehall"".<br/><br/>Roland looked worried, but was also impressed with Kaina's stubbornness, something she inherited from Colbalt when they were young. He also thought about his parents, his uncle was right, it was purely political in a sense. No happiness between their parents, but he was happy his father had time to play and teach the siblings all he had learned. Roland then spoke ""Right, I'll send the raven with the message"".<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">House Tyrell, <br/>From House Crakehall<br/><br/>We understand the contents and we will accept if the factors in this letter are given to us, which are<br/>- A Dowry, at least 1,500 Gold coins, or 3,000 copper coins<br/>-A groom for Kaina, AND, a bride of Colbalt</blockquote>"
10246,Game of Thrones - Legacy: Chapter 2: Winter Storms (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322764,2014-12-08T20:14:00,Novae Vitae,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Harwyn the Thriced-Drowned<br/>Pyke, the Iron Islands<br/>Forty-Three-Days-After-Death</span><br/><br/>The ship's prow dipped low into the morning waves, parting the rough water with its heavy oaken head. The figure of the a kraken reared on the front of the prow, ugly, strong, destructive.<br/><br/>Beside the ship, which Harwyn called<span style=""font-style: italic"">Soulstealer</span>, were three more ships. On the far ship<span style=""font-style: italic"">Wind Reaver</span>rode Qarl and Esgred, under disguise for hope of reaching Highgarden unmolested. The plan was to forge a marriage pact with Margaery Tyrell in secret while Harwyn made peace with Aegon Crassius (or was he a Targaryen)? After Qarl's marriage to Margaery Tyrell became known, Harwyn would flee to the shelter of Essos and then back to the Iron Islands.<br/><br/>Speaking of them, men from all across them were assembling. They may be one of the weakest kingdoms, but the Iron Islands forged iron men, and with men so low in supply, the best fighters soon began the most important. The Reach would need a core of strong fighters if they hoped to survive the war.<br/><br/>The prows dipped on further,<span style=""font-style: italic"">Wind Reaver</span>edging to the lead by the slightest. It needed to speed ahead so that it might be even with the three other ships come the evening. Come night, the ships would reunite, but two people would be missing.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Qarl the Queer<br/>North of Old Oak, the Reach<br/>Forty-Three-Days-After-Death</span><br/><br/>It had never been the intention that their landing be bloody. They were only ten strong, including Qarl's mother, and blood was not their desire. But twenty-five men from some shit-stained hamlet north of Old Oak were there in defiance, and blood was the only choice.<br/><br/>""Give me that crossbow,"" Qarl said, seizing it from the hands of one of his men. He placed the butt in his shoulder and leveled the head's point with a back of the rider. He found the small of the man's back. He fired.<br/><br/>The rider lurched forward and then fell, collapsing from the horse. Qarl's marriage was certainly not compromised. He dropped the crossbow and drew a hand-axe with his right hand, favoring a dagger with his left.<br/><br/>""Sityr, Ovaer, hold the far left!"" Qarl shouted. The two were brothers, incredibly fast and lethal to the point of their shortswords. ""Jerl, take the right!"" Jerl was a beast of a man that fought with a two-handed axe, the head heavy black steel. His muscles were iron from the strength needed to wield it.<br/><br/>""Hold fast!"" Qarl said, and the first wave of smallfolk slammed into them. A pitchfork leapt at Qarl's neck, but he stepped to the side. The man had over-stabbed, and his momentum carried him off-balance. Qarl slipped inside of his range and buried his dagger in the man's stomach, twisting. He pushed the man back into the next attack, then leapt on both and buried his axe into the skull of the second man.<br/><br/>Qarl looked up sharply to see an axe coming to hit him. From his crouched position over the two bodies Qarl surged forward, barreling into the third man. Stabbing him in the chest to pin him to the ground, Qarl smashed his axe into the man's skull, again, again, again.<br/><br/>When he left his battle rage, Qarl looked around. Of his original nine fighters, only four remained, including himself. Ovaer lay dead in a pool of blood pouring from several stab wounds, and Jerl struggled to stand with a twisted cut on his leg. Qarl looked around.<br/><br/>There was another rider. He saw him far too late, and dashed to where he had left the crossbow. Only, it wasn't there. He looked up to see his mother with the crossbow in hand, the head raised for an impossibly long shot. Before he could protest, the bolt flew, flew, flew, and buried itself into the leg of the horse.<br/><br/>""Incredible,"" Qarl muttered. ""Men, take the hamlet for thralls! Let none know of what has been done here! My lady mother and I will take what we need for ourselves later. Return to the Iron Islands, knowing you have helped win the war!"" The three men grinned at that and moved towards the hamlet.<br/><br/>""If you will allow me, mother,"" Qarl said, bowing. Then, without pause, he spun on his heel and dashed across the plain. He had spent his life running the rugged, cold hills of Pyke--to stride through the fields of the Reach was nothing. His lithe frame was made for this, and he caught the second rider soon.<br/><br/>He pulled his axe free and sent it screaming through the air. It toppled end-over-end before lodging in the rider's leg. Qarl closed the gap between him and the fallen rider quickly, pulling his dagger and straddling the rider.<br/><br/>Who was a boy. A good-looking one, too. Qarl held a hand over his mouth while gazing into his eyes. ""You look<span style=""font-style: italic"">good</span>,"" Qarl said, pressing the dagger into the boy's neck. His green eyes, no older than four-and-ten, flashed with fear. Qarl thought of claiming him like his mother and sisters would be claimed by the other ironborn later.<br/><br/>Then he stabbed the boy through the eye. He was too exposed, and he berated himself for even considering the prospect of revealing himself. He made way back to the hamlet slowly, and returned to find only his mother remaining.<br/><br/>""We were thorough,"" Esgred Harlaw said when he returned. ""There is no one left to recount what has taken place here."" She held two horses in her hands, both outfitted with food stuffs.<br/><br/>""Good,"" Qarl said. He climbed atop his horse. ""And off we go to my blushing bride-to-be.""<br/><br/>The thought made Qarl sick."
10247,Game of Thrones - Legacy: Chapter 2: Winter Storms (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322764,2014-12-08T22:38:00,Nuxipal,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ixidor Bloodfyre<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Hightower, Oldtown</span></span><br/><br/>The day was only half over. Ixidor was thinking of his plan. He started drafting another letter to send to the Arbor. This time, with an offer the lord there couldn't refuse. Already he had his fleet readying to fight a naval war, however, he had just lost his best naval commander to the trial of seven. As he finished writing the letter Vaekar entered the room with a great big grin on his face. ""My Lord, I have wonderful news. Your sister has arrived from Dorne."" Excited to be reunited with his sister, Ixidor replies quickly, ""Where is she? I would like to see her immediately.""<br/><br/>At this Vaekar hesitated, ""She is... well my lord, she is touring the city. She has a compliment of both Elyrian and Dornish Knights. She is perfectly safe, besides she is with her dragon and going to that sept she kept talking about while we were in Sunspear.""<br/><br/>Ixidor knew exactly where she was, The Starry Sept. ""Gods, she has always wanted to see that place. It is good that she can explore her faith more. Father never sought to keep me chained to that religion. She however, took to it very early and very quickly. Let her wander. She will be safe so long as the people see her as one of them."" He turned to one of the Ravens he had in the room and gave it the letter and sent it off to the Arbor.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Letter to Lord Redwyne""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Lord Redwyne<br/><br/>I know you were wronged by the Tyrells in the past. I also know that I have personally fought next to your crews in Slaver's Bay when I was younger. Red Redwyne, I ask you now to use the ferocity that you showed in battle against the Ghiscari Slavers all those years ago. Use that ferocity to defeat the traitor Tyrells once and for all. They are reliant on their navy, a navy that they have stolen from you. Send your ships against the Shield Islands. Each island you take, shall be added to your domain and upon our victory you will be named Lord of the Arbor and Shields as well as the Lord Admiral of the Reach. Should you find this acceptable, send a Raven soon so that I may come to meet you in person.<br/><br/>-Lord Paramount Ixidor Bloodfyre, Dragonlord of the Reach</blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/>With the letter sent out Ixidor then turned his attention to closer matters. ""Vaekar, I need you to take 15,000 men to Brightwater Keep. They are the only Castle in the Southern Reach to not surrender to us. The Castle should have a Tyrell leading it. I will fly there if you need it, but for now I will defend my city and try to recruit new allies."" Vaekar bowed, ""Thank you my lord. Brightwater Keep will fall to our forces soon."" With that Vaekar left the Hightower. Ixidor waited for Vaekar to leave before pulling out a black book. Its pages coated in gold and its words glowing in the candle light.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Rhaenys Bloodfyre<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Starry Sept, Oldtown</span></span><br/><br/>The Black Marble reminded Rhaenys of home in Elyria where dragon fused stone made up the city's walls. She had several Dornish Knights with her inside the Sept, her Elyrian Knights chose to respect the difference in Faith and waited outside for Rhaenys. Her dragon, Caeliphon, had again been growing as the second generation after Balerion would have. With Cannibal as the only known parent for the Dragon, it was of the same generation of dragons that spawned legends such as Caraxes, the Blood Wyrm. It was already a few feet long and it has been seen stretching its wings. It was almost too big now to carry around everywhere she went.<br/><br/>She approached the main altar and prayed. She prayed for a quick end to the war and for the chance to see her combat instructor, Elia Martell, again. One of her Dornish guards had an extra spear for her while one of the Elyrian ones had a bow. She was somewhat skilled with the spear, but a marksman with the bow. Her brother wouldn't permit her on a battlefield, but she believed she could be of some use eventually.<br/><br/>""Lady Rhaenys, the day grows late. We should get you to the Hightower. Your brother will be waiting."" The young woman stood up and nodded her head once, ""I agree, I haven't seen Ixidor since he left Sunspear to start his campaign against the Reach."" The Dornish Knights escort her back outside where the Elyrian Knights meet them and they take a ferry to the Hightower.<br/><br/>Upon entering the keep she found her way to the room she would be living in. She left Caeliphon in there with a few slabs of meat to keep him distracted. She entered her brother's study and found him looking at a book. ""Ixidor!"" She said as she started across the room. Seeing Rhaenys, Ixidor immediately closed the book and got up. A smile illuminated his face, ""Rhaenys, I have missed you!"" He gave her a hug and held her for a few moments. ""How was the Starry Sept? Was it everything you imagined it to be?"" With a great big grin on her face Rhaenys replied, ""It was beautiful. Better than what I imagined. Its walls are of black marble just like the Great Manor in Elyria.""<br/><br/>Seeing his sister this excited seemed to bring life to Ixidor. ""Come on Rhaenys, you have heard that our Cousin is having a wedding right? We will be travelling to it. I have important business to discuss with him once we arrive."" The prospect of going to a wedding was too exciting. ""When do we leave? What will I be wearing!?"" Laughing a bit, Ixidor replied, ""Well we haven't gotten an official invitation, but we will be leaving as soon as my business here is concluded. Vaekar will be commanding the armies for the time that I am gone. If he needs me, I am a Raven and a day away and he knows it.""<br/><br/>As he says that a Raven arrives. ""Well, look at that. Another House joins us."" Ixidor walks over to a map. He takes out a small blue dragon figurine and places it on Bitterbridge. Looking over the table she also sees two lists, One labeled Tyrell the other Bloodfyre. She can't see but the bottom of each list, but on the Tyrell side she sees Merryweather, Medows, Peake, Serry, Vyrwel, Rowan, Shermer, Ashford, and Oakheart. At the bottom of the Bloodfyre list she can see Hewett, Grimm, Webber, Mulendore, Costayne, Bulwer, Roxton, and she sees her brother write in Caswell. While the Tyrell list was longer, she noticed that there were three dragon flags on the four shield islands while just one of them held a rose flag.<br/><br/>""What about that big island, the Arbor? Has House Redwyne chosen yet?"" Rhaenys asked. ""Not yet"" Ixidor replied, ""but I hope that they decide soon. I want them to secure the Shield Islands for me and cut the Mander to prevent reinforcements from the Northmarches from reaching Highgarden.""<br/><br/>The two continued to talk for hours before Rhaenys retired to return to her dragon. They hadn't seen each other in so long they had lots of catching up to do, including Rhaenys asking about Ashara and if she was in Oldtown. To which, Ixidor replied she was not and wouldn't be."
10248,Game of Thrones - Legacy: Chapter 2: Winter Storms (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322764&start=25,2014-12-09T00:46:00,Givious,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Red Keep, Kings Landing, The Crownlands<br/>Fourty-Days-After-Death</span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">The Merser family is escorted into the Great Hall. A large table is in the hall, some fifty seats are in place on the table, at the head of it is a large chair for the King. Adas and his family is seated at the opposite end of the king, facing towards him. Both of his sons are on either side of Adas, who is the opposite head of the table. For a few minutes the Merser family are the only ones in the room, until the doors are thrown open a group of people enter the room. First is the Master of Laws, Vardis Hardyng-Stark along with Adrian Hardyng-Stark the Master of Arms of the Red Keep. Next comes Trystane Martell, the current Hand of the King with Ixidor being in the Reach fighting. Soon after Derrion Targaryen, the interim Master of Ships, Bryden Tylly, the Grandmaester, Loran Targaryen, the interim Lord Commander of the Kingsguard with Stark in the North, and multiple other nobles enter the room. When all are seated Adas can look around the room and see the elite of Kings Landing at his fingertips... and then there is silence. As they turn they see the High Septon with Jacherys Targaryen, a member of the most devout, beside him. Lords jump up to help the old man to his seat. As he is sat, everyone hears the patter of feet on the floor as they see Aegon walk through the doorway with the crown of Aegon the Conquer upon his brow, his brother Baelor behind him. Where as Aegon is finely trimmed Baelor has grown a small beard while riding to Kings Landing. Many of the lord embrace eachother and have small talk as the King takes his place at the head of the table, lifting his hand. His outfit is simple, simple even for the lords assembled before him. It was a plain tunic, a deep black with over his heart a red dragon.</span><br/><br/>""Lords, Lords please. Everyone please sit. Servents!""<span style=""font-style: italic"">At his call an army of servents entered the hall carrying massive plates of roast boar, venison, vegetables, with courses and courses of smaller items. As they come out people dip into the dishes, wine flowing into every cup. As Aegon at his end of the table talks and laughs with those near him Adas and his family are seated by minor lords and not engaged by those at the other end... until Aegon yells out.</span><br/><br/>""Lord Merser! There is a seat open for you down here! Come, come!""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Clearly Aegon has had his fill of wine, for there are two seats open. Each of the members of the small council have intricate seats made for them, and both the Master of Whispers and Master of Coins seats lay open. Aegon waves to Adas, but does not point to which chair he refers to.</span>"
10249,Game of Thrones - Legacy: Chapter 2: Winter Storms (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322764&start=25,2014-12-09T05:40:00,Of the Quendi,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;"">The Reach</span><br/>The Arbor, in the Redwyne Straits<br/>The Seven Kingdoms of Westeros</span></span><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://img2.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20130719091715/gotascent/images/b/b1/House_Redwyne2.png""/><br/><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ser Sarelleon Redwyne</span><br/><br/>Forty Days after the Death of Queen Daenerys</span></span></div><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">A</span></span>great feast greeted Lord Salladhor Redwyne as he returned home to his seat. In the Grand Hall, a building facing the fire tomt of the hall in which Luthor Redwyne had burned with all his supporters and kin, Lady Serenei had prepared vast quantities of food and the finest wine of the Arbor to celebrate the return of the Lord of the Arbor. While the youngest children was curtly dismissed by their sire the Redwyne clan sat down at the high table, Lord Salladhor on his throne with his sister on his right hand and, in that Sarelleon took pride, his heir on his left. Close by sat Quentyn and Alekyne, and while Lord Salladhor said little and less, and mostly in a hushed voice only to Serenei with his brows furrowed, the young men was full of tales with which to captivate the attention of their siblings.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">S</span></span>arelleon did his best not the be jealous but found it difficult. Quentyn was one and Alekyne three years younger than Sarelleon and yet they had experienced more in the eighteen months they had been gone than had Sarelleon in a lifetime. The lands they had seen, the skirmishes in which they had fought, the riches they had won, Sarelleon envied it greatly. But at least they managed to make Elenei laugh and cheer up a bit. For a moment as House Redwyne celebrated itself there was no dark clouds over the Arbor and joy reigned in Ryamsport it seemed.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">B</span></span>ut for Sarelleon the feast was short. His father had little patience with the celebration hosted in his own honor and not long after he had eaten his fill did the mighty Lord of the Arbor rise from his seat and depart his hall, escorted by his twin sister. That did not dampen the mood of the party, rather the contrary, and Quentyn and Alekyne who had not lacked for words before now offered even more colorful, even ribald, tales and Ashara, protesting fiercely, was gently led from the table towards her bed, while Alannys blushed with excitement, and slight drunkeness, and the twins struggled to catch the attention of their worldly travelled elder brothers. Even little Victarion was served a second glass of wine and for once looked happy and cheerful.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">T</span></span>hen came a messenger to Sarelleon.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Your Lord Father invites you to speak with him in his solar, Ser Sarelleon.""</span>The messenger whispered in Sarelleon's ear while Alekyne animatedly described how even highborn ladies in the Summer Islands would dance suggestively. Surprised at the message, which Sarelleon did not for a moment mistake for anything other than a direct order, Sarelleon excused himself and rose from his seat. Preparing to leave Quentyn caught his gaze and smiled a sly smile.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Not even for the feast can our Lord father remain aloof to the changes that has occurred in the Realm in his absence or permit himself to be absent counsel of his favored first son and heir.""</span>Quentyn, almost solemnly declared with a respectful nod of his head.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">T</span></span>he remark raised Sarelleon's spirits. Quentyn had always been more easygoing, charismatic and charming than Sarelleon himself and in some ways the heir to the Arbor had felt inferior to his younger brother's more carefree nature, something only made worse by Lord Salladhor's decision to let Quentyn, not Sarelleon, follow him on his ninth voyage to the East.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">S</span></span>arelleon quickly left the Grand Hall, shivering as he passed by the tomt of the previous building to bear that name. A large crudely carved stone was the only change that had been made to the tomt. Standing in the center of the tomt it read; ""Here did Salladhor, the Son of Runceford, Lord of the Arbor, with Fire and Blood, right that wrong that was done him by treacherous foes. Let the enemies of true lord of the Arbor a lesson learn from this; cross at your own peril House Redwyne"".<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">W</span></span>hat confidence and cheer had been instilled in Sarelleon by the feast and his brother's respectful words soon withered at the thought of the brutal slaughter that had prompted his father, unapologetic and practically gloating, to write such a tombstone for his scorched foes. As Sarelleon walked to the solar of his father his mood had changed and the effect of strong Arbor wine was rapidly wearing of, supplanted by the shadow of the kinslaying and burning at Ryamsport twenty years past. Summoning what courage he had Sarelleon entered the solar of his father to face his mighty sire alone.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">O</span></span>nly the Lord of the Arbor was not alone, of course not. Serenei was there. She was the one to greet Sarelleon warmly while his father stood at a window, gazing at the seas, no doubt already planning another adventure, not reacting to the arrival of his heir.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Nephew, how good of you to join us.""</span>Serenei spoke, her voice like the sounds of celestial music, bidding Sarelleon, who was not unaffected by the fairy-like charms of the aunt who looked no older than he himself, to enter with a smile.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Have a seat.""</span>Serenei offered with a gesture, Sarelleon obeying.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">A</span></span>moments silence ensued where none spoke. Serenei merely smiled warmly at Sarelleon, who for his part found thinking while the full attention of his enchanting aunt was on him difficult, while Lord Salladhor gazed at the ocean. Finally the Lord of the Arbor grunted.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""The letter.""</span>He commanded. Nodding slowly Serenei leaned forward towards a piece of parchment, grabbed it, and handed it to Sarelleon.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Dawn came and with it words from Oldtown, from Ixidor Bloodfyre.""</span>She explained poetically.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">S</span></span>arelleon quickly read the letter, nodding ponderously as he did so. Finishing it he handed it back to his aunt who took it with a smile. Silence ensued for a moment. Blushing Sarelleon suddenly got the feeling that he was expected to speak first and offer an opinion. It made him proud to know that his father and aunt cared for his thoughts. That he had long desired.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Ser Ixidor makes a pleasing offer I think.""</span>Sarelleon spoke, his throat suddenly parched.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""The time has come to overthrow the Tyrell yoke and take back what is ours. With the Shield Islands House Redwyne will once more rule the seas of the Reach""</span>Sarelleon suggested.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">N</span></span>ot one to betray her own thoughts Serenei merely nodded ponderously. Lord Salladhor was more blunt, he turned from his observation of his seas and faced his son and Sarelleon found that the undivided attention of his sire was only a little less daunting then that of his aunt. For a moment the Lord of the Arbor gazed coldly at his son.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Tolerable.""</span>Salladhor spoke with a nod. Serenei tilted her head slightly and softly spoke.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""More than tolerable brother dear, your son speaks with wisdom beyond his years.""</span>She said amenably. Lord Salladhor grunted in reply, but had more to say on the topic.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">E</span></span>yeing Sarelleon critically Lord Salladhor spoke again.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""But tell me now, first son of mine, do you know why you are wrong in this matter, regardless of your aunt's praise?""</span>Lord Salladhor barked. Sarelleon paused for a moment trying desperately to think of what it was his father alluded at. A quick glance in Serenei's direction gave Sarelleon nothing but a knowing and loving smile. Tiring of the wait Lord Salladhor roared.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""I am Salladhor Redwyne, Lord of the Arbor.""</span>A jolt went through Sarelleon at the outburst. Lord Salladhor continued with a growl.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""I am no humble beggar that need to receive favor from the son of a Greyjoy bastard. Yes it is wise to strike at the Tyrell's but if I strike I do so by my own volition not because this pretentious Greyjoy bastard offer me favor that he expects me to win on my own.</span>Lord Salladhor shook his head in disgusted frustration while Sarelleon blushed, feeling foolish that he could have forgotten to account for his father's pride. Lord Salladhor was not a man who could be bought by pretty word and boons, never had he been and never would he be.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">C</span></span>learly antagonized Lord Salladhor strolled his solar looking like a caged lion.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""He will make he Lord of the Shield Islands and Admiral of the Reach? Pah! I will make myself Lord of the Shield Islands and whatever other land I desire, regardless of what this krakenspawn thinks.""</span>He declared.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Yes I will give favorable reply to the kraken- and dragonspawn. Why ever not, I loose nought by warring with his support? But should my strength prove sufficient to take more than the bastard's son offer then he will need to treat with me more humbly if he does not seek my enmity.""</span>The Lord spoke. Sarelleon merely bowed his head in accept and offered no reply. After a moments silence Lord Salladhor sighed.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Well, we know not what the future holds, for the nonce I will ally with this man.""</span>Lord Salladhor shrugged.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">A</span></span>t that said Lord Salladhor walked towards a chair at the table at which Serenei and Sarelleon already sat. With another sigh he took a seat.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""I did not summon you to discuss this letter from Bloodfyre. Truth betold I care little more for him than I do Tyrell. Where was he and his father when your uncle, may he burn in the seventh hell, took what was mine by right? He can burn with your uncle as far as I am concerned. I care for neither Tyrell nor Bloodfyre, and why should I? Or do you disagree?""</span>Lord Salladhor said.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">T</span></span>he sudden question caught Sarelleon of guard. After having just failed to acknowledge the prickly pride of his father he tried to think carefully this time around, something made difficult by the hawkish gaze his father flashed him and the teasing smile in Serenei's eyes as she gazed at him. Sarelleon coughed, thinking he had a good answer.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Respectfully I do My Lord.""</span>Sarelleon bravely dissented.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Tyrell and Bloodfyre may not interest you My Lord Father, but whoever wins might well take an interest in you. When the war is over the victor may ask you where you were to be found when the decisive battle was fought.""</span>Sarelleon replied.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">A</span></span>grim smile briefly softened the sternness of Lord Salladhor's appearance.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Your aunt told me I had not a fool for an heir, I am pleased to see she was not wrong, perhaps you are not entirely unworthy of her praise.""</span>Lord Salladhor spoke and from his mouth Sarelleon knew no words could have been kinder.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Thank you My Lord.""</span>Sarelleon replied calmly keeping the emotion the praise sparked under control. Yet he could not summon self-control to say anything further as he savored the compliment like a treasure.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">T</span></span>he Lord of the Arbor shrugged indifferently.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Bloodfyre then. For now. I will sail upon the Shield Islands and surprise the Tyrell fleet there. Once the islands are taken the Tyrell naval might will be broken. Whoever controls the Shield Islands control the mouth of the Mander. With them in my hands I will have split the Tyrell fleets along the coast from those pitiful forces they have on the river.""</span>Lord Salladhor declared.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""I will send a vanguard of our fleet up along the coast passing by the Shield Island feigning to prepare to attack Old Oaks to lure the Shield Islanders away from their pebbles. As they pursue the vanguard to assist Old Oaks the main force will fall upon the islands from the deep sea. A variation on Euron Greyjoy's old scheme""</span>Lord Salladhor announced.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""You shall lead that vanguard force.""</span>He bluntly added.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">S</span></span>arelleon nodded ponderously as his father delineated his plan until the last words of his sire revealed Sarelleon's part in the scheme. Then his jaw dropped.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Me?""</span>He spoke, stunned at the prospect. Without a second's hesitation his father had just placed Sarelleon in command of a force larger than that of a great many noble houses of Westeros, three thousand men, Sarelleon had not for a day in his life commanded three hundred. Lord Salladhor glanced at his son with annoyance in his eyes.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Why not? Are you not my heir? Who better? Is it not time that you do your part for our family?""</span>He barked aggressively.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">S</span></span>arelleon nodded submissively.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Of course My Lord Father, I only meant … Would not Quentyn or Alekyne be the better choice, seeing as they have the experience I lack?""</span>Sarelleon, swallowing his pride, said. Lord Salladhor shook his head in anger.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""If he can keep himself out of troubles with the ladies Quentyn may well be an able commander of men one day, and Alekyne is not without promise. I see in both of them great sailors and soldiers. The next Lord of the Arbor? I think not.""</span>Lord Salladhor declared. He then hammered a finger into Sarelleon's chest with such force that a mark would no doubt be left there.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""You are my heir, and maybe your aunt is right about your promise. In battle we will test her trust in you; or are my firstborn son telling me he is afraid of some bloody pebble watchers?""</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">T</span></span>he thought of sailing out from the Arbor at the head of thirty warships with his father's blessing on an important mission to break the Tyrell yoke was almost too much for Sarelleon to bear and he had to suppress the swelling tears he felt about to fall from his deep purple eyes.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""You honor me Father. I shall lure the Shield Islanders away from their home leaving them vulnerable to attack by your forces, that I swear by all our Gods.""</span>Sarelleon declared.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">A</span></span>t that Lord Salladhor grunted giving a satisfied nod.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""I expect nothing less from my heir, but first things first. I have decided that it is time you are wed and start siring heirs of your own.""</span>Lord Salladhor declared. Sarelleon, whose thoughts had begun drifting to silly daydreams of glory and conquests in the Reach was abruptly brought back to reality and looked sufficiently surprised to prompt Serenei to giggle warmly.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Marry?""</span>Sarelleon spoke surprised.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Marry!""</span>Lord Salladhor replied adamantly.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""When I was your age your mother was pregnant with Quentyn. So tell me, first son, what qualities do you treasure in a woman. Speak wisely and I will grant it that your opinion may be considered?""</span>Lord Salladhor magnanimously spoke.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">F</span></span>lustered Sarelleon knew not what to say. He had on occasion bedded a lowborn girl or two and he and Quentyn had once visited the brothel in Ryamsport but Sarelleon had always been rather ashamed of such conduct and he knew little of girls other than his sister. Growing bored with the delay Lord Salladhor barked;<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Well speak boy. What are the qualities a man should look for in a wife?""</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">S</span></span>arelleon shrugged.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""A good family name?""</span>He suggested. Lord Salladhor contemplated it for a moment, his displeasure at the response clear.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Who would you rather marry, a Tyrell maid or a Florent maid?""</span>Lord Salladhor asked. Sarelleon, seeing the writing on the wall sighed.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""A Tyrell of course.""</span>He resigned. Lord Salladhor nodded ponderously.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Which has the better name?""</span>He asked. Prevaricating for a while Sarelleon sighed again.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Florent.""</span>He admitted.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">L</span></span>ord Salladhor nodded.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Offer new reply?""</span>He said.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""A powerful name then?""</span>Sarelleon suggested. Lord Salladhor snarled and waved his hand in angry dismissal.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Overrated. My wives where named Velaryon, Greyjoy and Dayne, I am kin to Hightower, Martell and Mallister. Powerful names yet where were they when your that bloody Tyrell traitor took what was not his? No the value of names are overrated my boy. The true value of a wife is not in her name but her character. Your wife should above all be fertile, obedient and beautiful. Yes beautiful, frankly life is too short for ungainly women.""</span>Lord Salladhor spoke, rising from his seat. Sarelleon quickly followed, while Serenei giggled once more at her brother's words. A cold glance was all Lord Salladhor wasted on his twin though it did not seem to dampen her mirth.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Give thought to whom you will wed, first son, for I shall. I had thought to take from this Ixidor his … sister? Lady Rhaenys Bloodfyre is said to be a fair and fertile maid. But I suppose if you like names my son then maybe the daughter of a bastard isn't the best choice. Mayhaps I should take her myself then and give you more siblings with silver-gold hair and purple eyes, no?""</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">T</span></span>o that Sarelleon had no wisdom to spill. His father merely shook his head.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Mayhaps not, we shall see. For the nonce I think we ought look to Dorne. In these times of turmoil marrying a foreign house might be prudent and the Martell's have always been enemies of the Tyrell's. Perhaps House Martell has an unwed daughter of proper age for you, and Dornishwoman can, trust me on that my son, be quite a delight for a young man.""</span>Lord Salladhor spoke, as something that Sarelleon thought looked like amusement appeared in the cold eyes of his sire.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""You will see what I mean. I have a present for you.""</span>Lord Salladhor declared. Serenei giggled again, shaking her head in amusement.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">A</span></span>present was the last thing Sarelleon had expected from his cold and indifferent sire and he looked from Lord Salladhor to the clearly well entertained Serenei.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""A present?""</span>Sarelleon asked cautiously. Then, remarkably, Lord Salladhor smiled. Or perhaps it was not so much a smile as it was a grin but it was close and of everything else that had happened that still managed to stun Sarelleon.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Nymella.""</span>Lord Salladhor shouted.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">T</span></span>he door to the Lord's solar swung open and a young salty dornishwoman, buxom and beautiful, with olive skin, large dark eyes and long, thick black hair falling in ringlets to the middle of her back entered the room, taking Sarelleon's breath away. With full lips and round ripe breasts that threatened to break through the fabric of the tight and scanty silken dress that clung to her voluptuous body the young woman had a playful smile on her luscious lips and managed the tricky feat not to seem plain even as she stood in the presence of Serenei of the Arbor, the fairest woman in all Westeros. Sarelleon gulped.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""You are dismissed Sarelleon.""</span>Lord Salladhor declared, using his son's name for the first time during the conversation.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Have fun.""</span>Serenei chuckled.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">T</span></span>he Dornish maid said nothing but merely took Sarelleon by the hand, gently dragging him with her away from his father's solar with a pretty giggle. Sarelleon managed to stutter a single word;<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Nymella.""</span>Before being dragged from the solar towards his own chambers by the exotic beauty.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Salladhor Redwyne, Lord of the Arbor, to Ixidor Bloodfyre, called Lord Paramount and Dragonlord of the Reach, sends his regards,<br/><br/>Considering myself bound by no oath of fealty to the treacherous house Tyrell since it violated sacred oaths and obligations in suffering my uncle to usurp my rightful place and station I answer to no man under one that sits the Iron Throne and shall take neither orders nor rewards from no man. My enemies are my own and I shall take from them whatever I covets and has the strength to seize and hold regardless of the desires of other men to whom I am unbound.<br/><br/>Still I hold your counsel wise Bloodfyre. The ignominy of my once liege shall not go unpunished any further and I shall assail the Shield Islands as you propose not because you presume to order me to do so, but because it behooves me to do so. Thus it will seem fate has us allies but if you of me expect fealty and servitude be advised my neck does not easily permit me to bow my head to lesser men. Prove your worth in battle and I may honor you, and come to the Arbor as you wish and I shall consider the merit of your right to overlordship over me and mine.<br/><br/>May the Seven preserve you. </span></blockquote>"
10250,Game of Thrones - Legacy: Chapter 2: Winter Storms (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322764&start=25,2014-12-09T11:03:00,Nuxipal,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ixidor Bloodfyre<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">41 AQD, Oldtown</span></span><br/><br/>The return message from Redwyne arrived. Ixidor prepared himself for a journey to visit this man. He had his armor put on, put his sword in place, and walked out to the platform where he had Viserion stabled. The great dragon had only been taken out a handful of times since Ixidor took the castle. Mostly to hunt, now it was to travel. A pair of oxen were brought forward as Viserion's meal and Ixidor mounted the Dragon. It was still early in the morning when he took to the sky. He had a few hours of flying ahead. He had ordered several ships, those with Redwyne insignia on them, pulled from the docks of the harbor to be sent to the Arbor.<br/><br/>Circling above the city, Ixidor could see his childhood friend Vaekar leading men up the Honeywine River, in the distance Honeyholt was visible. Beyond it, Brightwater Keep. Ixidor then turned south towards the Arbor. Several hours of boring travel. He could see for miles around, but only ocean and the Arbor lay south. Westeros to his north. Finally he was approaching the island. He saw Ryamsport and began his descent. He almost expected a welcoming party, a Dragon was hard to hide and he had likely been spotted fifteen to twenty minutes prior to his landing. He landed along the coast outside of the town and waited for representatives of House Redwyne. His own Red armor had a Blue dragon on the front easily Identifying himself to those familiar with his sigil.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Vaekar Kirineon<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">41 AQD, Honeywine River</span></span><br/><br/>Vaekar commanded The Bastards Company, Windblow, and Long Lances along with the other sell swords plus a few Reachmen Levies up the river towards their goal. With them they had brought engineers to build siege equipment and most importantly, twenty scorpions being pulled by horses in carts. These would be their primary defense against the Tyrell Dragon should it make an appearance. He knew the army of the Reach was moving towards Highgarden where they would likely move against him soon after.<br/><br/>His army is battle hardened mercenaries from Essos, something the Reachmen haven't had to deal with in years. He has his cavalry roaming out before him to scout and to his north east where he expects any reinforcements for Tyrell of Brightwater to come from. Already Ravens have flown to the lords under the Cadet Tyrell House that they should rise against their lord to receive the Dragon's Blessing. He hoped they would rise, Roxton was already known as an ally and would likely send troops to help his siege. Without Ixidor and Viserion, the battle would take much longer. He still planned to threaten the castle with being burned to the ground.<br/><br/>He continued his march keeping an eye out for the green dragon.<br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Aelix Nogarys<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">40 AQD, Volantis</span></span><br/><br/>""Then lets hit the markets. Volantis has some of the best markets in the world. Kings Landing looks like a hamlet compared with Volantis."" He wasn't lying, Volantis was enormous. It stretched out for miles on either side of the River. Of course, the eastern side of the River held Old Volantis and the Black Wall, the western side held the old Rhoynish settlement and the Greatest Temple of R'hllor. Currently, its markets were busy. Men and women from all parts of the world were buying and selling wares. An enlarged Street of Steel was stretched out before them. All along it, Aelix noticed men and women, formerly employed on the Bloodfyre Estate, buying weapons and armor, having their old family weapons repaired or selling extra arms and armor. He knew that they would have an impressive fighting force. Half of the old army of House Bloodfyre was supposed to be with him. It totaled some 7500 men and women with close to 100 ships of war and five times that in merchant ships and transport ships. Four noble houses as well as several knightly houses. They all wanted to rejoin the now Dragonlord who left them for Westeros only to find his grandmother murdered.<br/><br/>""Lord Stark, when we get to Westeros..."" Aelix paused for a moment, "".. what do you plan on doing? I doubt that we will land in White Harbor, so how will you get home?"""
10251,Game of Thrones - Legacy: Chapter 2: Winter Storms (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322764&start=25,2014-12-09T11:42:00,Krugmar,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">House Merser</span></span><br/>Kings Landing - Red Keep<br/>Lord Adas Merser and family<br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://24.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_m8e40hVSPz1ryemkpo1_500.jpg""/></div><hr/><br/><br/>Adas had been quietly conversing with his wife when he heard the call from the King,<span style=""font-style: italic""> 'Lord Merser! There is a seat open for you down here! Come, come!</span>. He quickly stood up, only stopping a moment to take his wine glass, and began his way towards the King. Luckily Adas walked with a slow pace, for he quickly noticed that there were two seats available and the King had only said the singular seat. Had the King made a mistake? Doubts began to fill Adas' mind as he slowly made his way towards the, now that he was truly looking, completely different chairs that seemed to indicate two positions; the Master of Coin and Master of Whispers.<br/><br/>Perhaps the King was inviting him to choose one of the positions, but which would he choose in that case? He had a small intelligence network and a knack for intrigue, but he lacked the International networks that previous Whisperers such as Varys of Tyvana had. He was also not a bad merchant, able to make the right choices and understand banking, accountancy and the like. Neither of these thoughts helped him towards a choice, though it may not have been a choice.<br/><br/>This could have been a test, Targaryens were not always the most stable minded of people. The King sitting before him was a descendant of the Mad King after all. Adas was nearing the two seats, he thanked the Gods that the table was so long and his stroll so relaxed. As he neared the seats he made a quick, impulsive choice and took a seat. The chair he had chosen seemed to be the Master of Coins seat. Adas just hoped that another noble didn't walk through those doors telling him to get out of his seat, the humiliation would have been too much.<br/><br/>Adas looked towards the King after having taken his seat, bowed his head and said ""Thank you Your Grace"". This was a time of impression, he would have to understand this King and hopefully present himself as a loyal subject. The problem was that he did not know this king very well, he could be a vain and ambitious warrior, a prudent scholar or a wise lawmaker. Adas just hoped he could deal with whatever was thrown at him.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">House Merser </span></span><br/>Rosby - Rosby Castle<br/>Ser Maric Ellonhert<br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/7ZSLL2S.jpg""/></div><hr/><br/><br/>Ser Maric was seated in the Lords chair in Rosby Hall, being waited upon by several servants who brought him wine and bread. He was joined by the Castellan of Rosby castle, Imun Kalbast, some foreigner from across the narrow sea who had found employ in the Merser household. Maric was being presented with piles and piles of paperwork, some dating back a decade ago, that he was being pressed into reading. It seemed Ryom had been doing a poor job of administering the province, how had Adas let this continue for so long?<br/><br/>Maric quickly skimmed through the accounts of the previous year, it seemed expenditure had tripled while income had remained the same. Now Maric knew why Adas had taken action, he would return Rosby to its normal state and hopefully be rewarded by his liege lord. First , however, he would have to clear this mass pile of sheets that were clogging the system and then he could move on to improving it.<br/><br/>Imun looked to Ser Maric and said ""Hopefully we can have this mess cleaned up soon Ser, I would hate to anger Lord Merser"". Maric nodded in agreement, he had not suffered Lord Merser's anger before and he had no wish to ever experience it.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">House Merser</span></span><br/>Kingsroad - Near Antlers<br/>Ser Ryom and companions<br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://walkinyorkshire.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/england-travel-yorkshire1-688x230.jpg""/></div><hr/><br/><br/>""Ahh piss, its so damn cold out here"" monaed Ser Ryom, having become used to and content with life in a castle. The party of knights were camped by the side of the Kingsroad for the night, having set up a small fire to warm themselves.<br/><br/>""It's a damn shame we aren't being sent to Dorne, bet it is lovely and warm down there"" said Ser Edric, smiling as he imagined both Dornish weather and women.<br/><br/>""Hopefully we can find a castle in the Riverlands to hold us for a few days, these damned rations won't do me any good"" said Ser Gryf, his mind on food as usual. One of the Stormfyre turned to look at Ser Gryf, his disgust hidden by his helmet and the darkness. Ser Gryf was often called Ser Lardarse by his men behind his back, most of them detested him with the rest merely tolerating him. The Kalloghan knights were more loyal to their master, Edric, for he was an exemplary knight and a good man to talk to. If there was anyone the Kalloghan knights hated then it was the Stormfyre's and their knights, the feeling was mutual.<br/><br/>""Yes, Ser Lardarse here can raid their pantry's in the name of the King!"" proclaimed a Kalloghan knight, chuckling with his fellows.<br/><br/>""What the fuck did you say!"" shouted a Stormfyre knight. Though they too detested Ser Gryf, an insult to him meant an insult to his knights as well and therefore they had to stand up for him and his house.<br/><br/>""Enough! Start any fights and I will beat the shit out of you myself, then write a letter to my brother telling him to drag you through the Seven hells"" said Ser Ryom, not interested in seeing a brawl happen on this cold and miserable night. The knights quickly dispersed and returned to their usual positions, not fancying a beating from Ser Ryom or a death sentence from Lord Merser. Ser Ryom laid his head back onto the grass and looked up at the sky, hopefully they would actually get to some fighting soon or he would die of boredom.<br/><br/><hr/>"
10252,Game of Thrones - Legacy: Chapter 2: Winter Storms (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322764&start=25,2014-12-09T12:57:00,Alderann,"HIGHGARDEN, THE REACH<br/><br/>The council meeting was concluded and everyone waited to see if their proposal to House Crakehall would be accepted. The sun was setting over HIGHGARDEN and a tranquil feeling came over the keep.<br/><br/>Gauis himself was walking in the gardens enjoying the last few minutes of sunlight that was left. A sight breeze made the scene even more enjoyable. For a few precious moments he let his mind go and was at peace.<br/><br/>That peace was broken by a servant shouting. "" milord! Milord!""<br/><br/>Gauis looked up to see Aredulr, the raven keeper hobbling down the paved walkways of the gardens shouting out to him. Finally standing in front of Gauis, Aredulr delivered his message.<br/>"" milord, you said you wanted to be informed immediately when I recieved word from House Crakehall. This just arrived.""<br/><br/>Aredulr was excited and handed Gauis the parchment paper with the message from the Lord Crakehall. Gauis broke the seal and read what the letter said. After he finished a delvish smile came over his face.<br/><br/>"" a dowry. They may be a minor house but they know how to negotiate. Very well they shall have there dowry.""<br/><br/>Gauis immediately matched into the keep of HIGHGARDEN and sought out the master of coin, Lord Badrick.<br/>Lord Badrick was in the study of HIGHGARDEN attending to the books when Gauis walked in.<br/><br/>"" Lord Gauis you need to prepare 1,500 gold dragons for our new allies. And prepare a message for Lord Crakehall expressing how we look forward to having their family join ours. And express to them that HIGHGARDEN would be a more suitable place in which for us to meet. And I want the letter sent tonight.""<br/><br/>Gauis didn't give Badrick a chance to respond before he left the room in search of Margeary. Of course Lord Badrick did as he was told and deducted 1,500 gold dragons from the treasurary. And he penned a letter to the Lord Crakehall.<br/><br/>"" Dear Lord Crakehall,<br/>I wish you the best and look forward to the joining of our two families. The dowry that you asked for is more then acceptable and I will gladly pay the 1,500 gold dragons. Unfortunately I will not be able to travel to meet with you but I would be honored if you were to come to HIGHGARDEN. I do hope that you take my invitation into consideration. Please tell your sister that I send my warmest regards to her and I look forward to us meeting.<br/>Sincerely,<br/>Lord Gauis Tyrell<br/><br/><br/>Gauis made his way to Margeary' room where she was preparing for the night. He knocked on her door. Margeary wasn't expecting a visitor, at least not at this hour.<br/>"" who is it?"" Margeary asked.<br/><br/>"" please open the door cousin.""<br/><br/>Margeary opened her bed chamber door. Gauis walked in and shut the door behind him. Margeary stood in the center of the room wearing a thin silk gown.<br/>"" cousin I have some news.""<br/><br/>Margeary at this point was a little upset with Gauis for this late night call to her bed chambers.<br/>"" please I do hope it is important, I was preparing for bed.""<br/><br/>a snide smile came across the face of Gauis. "" I have just recieved word that the House Crakehall has accepted my invitation for a marriage between us and them. With us marrying into their House we may be introduced to the Lannisters thus gaining some powerful allies.""<br/><br/>Margeary now furious at Gauis. "" you did what! And what maked you think that the Lannisters will even want to be our allies? You fool! Why would you make such an agreement with a minor house without assurance that this will work!!""<br/><br/>"" now now cousin, the Lannisters will accept because we have one of the best bargaining pieces in Westeros.""<br/><br/>Gauis by now had a huge smile.<br/><br/>"" and what is that Gauis?""<br/><br/>Gauis then walked over to Margeary and placing his hands on her shoulders and guiding her to face the mirror in the room. Tugging at the thin piece of fabric around her neck that held her gown up, allowing it to fall to the floor exposing her bare body. Every inch of her was exposed, her pale and tonned body, her light brown hair falling down over her large and round breastfeeding. She truly was a sight to see.<br/><br/>"" you see cousin, you are the prize. And the Lannisters will take our offer. Cause if they don't the Baratheon's will.""<br/><br/>Margeary couldn't help but feel aroused at how Gauis was talking and treating her. But she knew he was right. There in the room under the dim light of the candles Margeary agreed with Gauis.<br/><br/>"" you are right. I am a prize. Send the Ravens and recall our army from the storm lands."""
10253,Game of Thrones - Legacy: Chapter 2: Winter Storms (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322764&start=25,2014-12-09T15:53:00,Ontorisa,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://s20.postimg.org/dqi8yqr99/House_Pastrece_Sigil.png""/></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Siege of Riverrun<br/>40 Days after Queen's Death<br/>Lord Isaac Pastrece</span><br/><br/>Isaac stood in awe as the gates of Riverrun were opened upon himself and his soldiers. Moving his dark brown courser inside of the gates, followed by Ser Lucifer and Ser Orspath on their saddle horses, Isaac had only envisioned of what Riverrun looked like. However the vision of Riverrun was everything there minus the carnage and chaos inside of the castle as well as the broken down buildings. Once inside with his miniature army, Patrick Northgale, leader of House Northgale, rode upwards on his black hunter.<br/><br/>""My lord,"" Patrick announced his arrival as three Pastrece spearmen separated Patrick and Isaac. ""My apologies about my men attacking your wife.""<br/><br/>""Save it Patrick."" Isaac hissed at him.<br/><br/>That was the end of the conversation as the northmen continued their march into Riverrun."
10254,Game of Thrones - Legacy: Chapter 2: Winter Storms (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322764&start=25,2014-12-09T18:32:00,Leasath,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Medgar Tully<br/>Somewhere in the Riverlands, 40/41 AQD</span></div><br/><br/>""Lord Tully!"" A man, youngish in age and wearing a chestpiece emblazoned with the Tully fish and a smaller crest of some small House set near Riverrun, galloped on a rather decrepit looking horse towards Medgar. Said horse was well lathered, and he himself looked to have ridden across half the host trying to reach him.<br/><br/>""Yes, hello, hello- what do you want?"" Medgar pulled on his own reigns, watching his men close around him out of the corner of his eye. Who knew if this was an actual Riverlander, or one of Edmyn's creatures.<br/><br/>""The siege on Riverrun has been ended already, milord."" The man breathed, handing a somewhat crumpled scroll to Medgar.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Of course, a creature of a </span>maester,<span style=""font-style: italic"">this one</span>, the Lord of Riverrun thought for a moment before seizing the paper. He read quickly, grinning at the short scrawl informing Medgar and his Lords Bannermen that Edmyn and his fellow Lords had been taken into 'protective custody' and would be brought to Kings Landing for the wedding of the rightful King. ""You are to negotiate an end to this war with Edmyn at the wedding, I have been told.""<br/><br/>""Yes, yes, that is common knowledge, is it? Good."" He tucked the scroll, now refolded, into his cloak before consulting quickly with a squire. ""We will halt nearby for the night. I feel we must celebrate this great victory for the rightful Lords of the Riverlands and the King of the Seven Kingdoms."" He had noticed an inn nearby on the map, and where there were inns there was women, drink, and better food than was to be had in a military camp. He spurred his horse ahead."
10255,Game of Thrones - Legacy: Chapter 2: Winter Storms (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322764&start=25,2014-12-09T19:07:00,Kuhlfros,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Riverrun, 41 DAQD, Rickon Stark</span><br/>Riverrun was officially under Stark control, and the army camped in and outside its walls, At Midday, Rickon called all the lords present into the Great Hall, and standing in front of the seat of House Tully he declared, ""As Lord Paramount of the North, and Fourth in Succession to the Riverlands, I, Lord Rickon of House Stark, Declare Medgar Tully, Son of Hoster the Second of House Tully, my deceased cousin, Lord of Riverrun and High Lord of the Trident and Rightful Lord Paramount of the Riverlands, let all those who challenge this step before us all, and challenge for this seat...""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Volantis, 40 DAQD, Eddard Stark</span><br/>Eddard took a moment to think on it and replied, ""Well, I have made a long journey, and still not done, and I also understand that my father is at war against the Reach, specifically for Riverrun, I figure that, if my father is at war, I will as well, If we can support them for the trip, I wish to hire a small sellsword host to carry with us along with Lord Bloodfyre's host but under the stark banner, and wherever we land, I will begin waging war on the Reach until they submit...I could also use some re-honing of my combat ability, as well as physical abilities..."""
10256,Game of Thrones - Legacy: Chapter 2: Winter Storms (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322764&start=25,2014-12-09T19:56:00,The United Realms Of Lords and Paradox,"<img alt=""Image"" src=""http://valenvareth.weebly.com/uploads/9/5/3/5/9535413/1524937.png""/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Golden Company </span><br/>Alot can happen in 19 days. The golden company split off and Left 1/3rd of its 15,000 Man Company under the command of Lord Valenvareth headed to help strengthen Kings Landing and return the records they were holding. The rest of the company marched towards the reach heading to Aid Ixidor.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""> 40 AQD, Late evening, Kings Landing</span><br/>Lord Valenvareth Had made his into Kings landing with his retinue, He had instructed the company in his command to set up camp outside the wall till he returns. As Brynden rode in the courtyard of the Red Keep he could see the banner of the dragon in fading sunlight of the evening. The keep seemed to be missing the gold cloaks, but seeing they help in the early coup there were reasons for this. Brynden Noticed the guards approached with their weapons drawn. ”I would Like to see Dragonlord Ageon, tell him Lord Valenvareth, is back with reinforcements. “<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">40 AQD, Ser Evermoure’s Golden Company, Rose Road, Outlaying Ashford lands </span><br/>The men had crossed the Blueburn between Long Table and Grassy Vale. A few days later the company was on the outlying lands of the Ashford lordship. Evermoure had stop to set up camp for the night before heading to Ashford to lay siege to it ,the Air was cooling enough for furs to be handed out even evermoure stated to dress with more fur. He summoned the scout’s leaders and commander’s .Evermoure gave instruction to the scouts to gather information on the area.” Commanders, Tomorrow we going to lay siege to Ashford I want the engineers to be ready to build siege engines after my ultimatum, if that doesn’t work I will bluff that dragon Lord Ixidor is coming with his dragon.” Evermoure turn to the company maester. ”Maester, would you forge a fake letter from Ixidor? I want them to believe they going to burn in their castle if they don’t surrender.” As he finished one of the commanders spoke up and suggested they light a big fire with lot of black smoke in the distance to fake that the dragon is near. Evermoure gave a smirk “I like, it lets try it. You will be in charge of it, Oh and before I forget, place extra watchers on. Just in case of an attack, can’t be too careful.”"
10257,Game of Thrones - Legacy: Chapter 2: Winter Storms (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322764&start=25,2014-12-10T04:00:00,Of the Quendi,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;"">The Reach</span><br/>The Arbor, in the Redwyne Straits<br/>The Seven Kingdoms of Westeros</span></span><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://img2.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20130719091715/gotascent/images/b/b1/House_Redwyne2.png""/><br/><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lady Elenei Redwyne</span><br/><br/>Forty Three Days after the Death of Queen Daenerys</span></span></div><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">T</span></span>he sounds of shouting and running men, of swords being drawn and ballistas being loaded, of women and children crying, or even screaming, retreating into from the Redwyne palace in Ryamsport was not what woke Elenei. Though it was hardly day yet she had been awake for a long time, reclining uneasily on her grand bed in her private chambers of the luxurious palace. Sleep, she had discovered, only came difficult to her now. Ever since ... No Elenei would not think of it.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">W</span></span>henever Elenei managed to fall asleep she was haunted by strange and twisted dreams filled with mysterious and dark imagery she could not understand. This night however had been different. As vividly as if she were wide awake Elenei had seen a great shadow that blocked out the sun fall upon the Arbor and fire descend upon Ryamsport scorching a hall filled with the cheerful guests at some great feast and from the hall, where laughter turned to scream walked two people, Elenei and her brother Sarelleon hand in hand their eyes sparkling in reflecting the flames consuming the hall as they had laughed a cold and triumphant laughter. Then the fire had caught Elenei's hair but she still laughed, even as the flames spread covering her whole body yet never extinguishing the triumphant laughter. Then the shadow had fallen upon Elenei's burning figure and it had taken twisted forms of a woman and then a dragon.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">T</span></span>hat was when Elenei, trembling and sweaty, awoke from her sleep, her heart pounding. The better part of an hour had passed from then till the shouting of men, cries of women and screams of children had filled the Redwyne palace yet still Elenei was shaken and uneasy. Yet as if driven by a will not her own she calmly rose from her bed. Without bothering to bathe she pulled her silk dresses over her naked form and then left her chambers.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">I</span></span>n the marble corridors of the palace an organized chaos existed with men in armor running around to man what posts they had been assigned by Elenei's father and his knights. Elenei did not fail to recognize the fact that the men where acting as they ought in anticipation of an assault on Ryamsport yet somehow she felt no fear as she walked towards the courtyard of the palace, drawn to it by whispers of whispers guiding her delicate feet.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">A</span></span>s she neared the courtyard the sounds of preparations for an attack on Ryamsport was drowned out by other sounds of mighty wing strokes from a beast a thousand fold larger than the greatest bird of the heavens and the growls of a creature that would dwarf even the mammoths beyond the wall in the furthest north. Feeling her heart mysteriously pound faster and her breathing intensify and become heavy as a blush formed on her pale cheeks and an excitement she did not understand took control of her very being.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">W</span></span>hen at last Elenei stepped out into the courtyard her heart skipped a beat as she laid eyes upon a formidable white dragon. Viserion. Standing hidden in the far side of the courtyard covered by marble colonnades and trees lining the courtyard Elenei discreetly admire the dragon. Its cream colored scales and golden horns, wing bones and spinal crest made a beautiful and elegant appearance, a mirror of Sunfyre's beauty of yore Elenei thought.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">A</span></span>silent gasp escaped Elenei as her admiration of the dragon was interrupted by her father's hard voice.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Welcome to the Arbor Lord Ixidor, may your stay be a pleasant and giving one.""</span>The voice said. Grudgingly looking away from the dragon Elenei saw her father stand before it. A tiny, tiny man before the formidable beast he held his head pridefully high gazing up at something above the dragon with neither fear nor submission in his stern purple gaze. Garbed fully in black scale armor with elegant red silken robes draped around him and a long cape of same cloak falling behind him he looked as much a Westerosi warlord as he did an eastern despot. Behind him Elenei saw her three eldest brothers, Sarelleon, Quentyn and Alekyne similarly garbed, the first two holding a tray with bread and one with salt respectively. In the eyes of her brothers Elenei however saw concern and worry.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">M</span></span>aking a gesture towards his two eldest sons Lord Salladhor continued.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""In my hall you shall be a welcome guest dragon lord. Please accept with this bread and salt sacred guest rights.""</span>The lord declared. Having said so his gaze however momentarily lowered and fell upon the dragon not the guest to whom he spoke. The look in her father's eyes Elenei could not read. It seemed impossible that it could be fear, yet it did remind Elenei of the feeling. Or was it something else entirely? Desperation? Desire? Hate? Elenei did not know.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">A</span></span>hushed voice speaking right next to Elenei all but scared her to death.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Viserion the White, what mortal man could gaze upon it absent fear, longing, anger?""</span>Serenei spoke as Elenei spun around coming face to face with her aunt. A cold shudder went through Elenei as her father bid the dragon lord welcome. More and more her aunt and what she had told Elenei in ... No of that she would not think, not now. Shivering Elenei instead wondered how Lady Serenei could so accurately guess what Elenei had thought.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">A</span></span>s if she could read her niece's thoughts Lady Serenei smirked.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""How many warships would your father not loose fighting this wyvern and its rider?""</span>Serenei asked rhetorically.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""For a man like your father the thought of being a hopeless pawn in the game of a lord not half his age merely because a reptile the size of a ship command it is unbearable. Not all men are made to kneel, and your father is one such. He can follow; I know this. But only those he respect not those who are made stronger than him merely by their birth or a dragon. Yes he hates this Ixidor because he is a proponent for something your father cannot bear, the thought that he is not the master of his own fate.""</span>Serenei explained as bread and salt was presented to the dragon rider Elenei only now discovered in the far side of the courtyard.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">G</span></span>azing at Viserion Elenei tried to see the beast through her father's eyes. A weapon so formidable that Lord Redwyne's ships and swords and spears became little more than toys rendering him utterly powerless against the dragon. Yet much as she tried Elenei found she could not. For when she gazed upon Viserion all she saw was breathtaking beauty and grace, and she found it impossible not to love the beast.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">A</span></span>gentle laughter escaped Serenei.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Yes, sweet niece, you and I see something entirely different from what a man like your father, and, I suspect, at least two of your brothers, when we gaze upon these the wonders of the world, the dragons of Daenerys Stormborn. That is why I can not permit you to hide from me any further. You have not forgotten what we talked about a week past and I will not have you pretend so. When Sarelleon and your father have both set sail for the Shield Islands it is time for you to take upon you the responsibilities of your inheritance.""</span>Serenei ordered warmly and kindly but with an adamant tone that Elenei now knew she did not know how to deny."
10258,Game of Thrones - Legacy: Chapter 2: Winter Storms (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322764&start=25,2014-12-10T04:28:00,Masimino,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">House Crakehall, 40 AQD</span><br/><br/>Roland was busy preparing for his journey to the Tyrells, but while preparing, his uncle came into his room. The room of Roland was almost like a library, filled books that have been read or books that are to be read in the future. Roland was surprised by his uncle, and asked ""Uncle, what are you doing here?"". Desmor looked around his nephew's room, which was nice and tidy, unlike Colbalt's or Kaina's. Desmor walked around the room, with his cane, and read a few lines of Roland's books, saying nothing. ""Uncle, if you need me or have a question, say it now because-"" before Roland could finish, Desmor said ""Because I will go to the Tyrells, you need to be here, with the house and lands. I am no administrator or ruler, just an old man and soldier"".<br/><br/>Roland looked at his uncle with focus, seeing if Desmor was joking or not, which he wasn't. ""May I ask why?"" asked Roland with curiosity. ""Ah, the Tyrells, fought with one of them I did, and they had the courage to fight, and the balls to stand and<span style=""font-style: italic"">not</span>bend the knee."" He said to Roland, like he was giving him a lecture about the Tyrells. Roland thought about it a minute, waiting for the old man to continue, which he did. ""I will go, you were left in charge by Colbalt, and that's that."" He said, with a serious tone. Roland was silenced for a few minutes, thinking on what to say, and instead, just simply nodded in agreement. ""Good, You know your ways in governing lands and collecting taxes and whatnot. I'll be ready in a few minutes, until then, prepare me some men and a horse"" He said to Roland, who stopped what he was doing and did what Desmor told him to do.<br/><br/>Desmor prepared his armor, sword and pendant. He said his goodbyes to Roland and Kaina, who waved back, and went to the gate, where his horse and small band of soldiers.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, Roland sent a letter to Colbalt with the contents<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Colbalt, brother, the Tyrells sent us a proposal for marriage. We accepted, and please don't be mad, Kaina still has the freedom to pick if he wants to get married. Please reply back soon, we miss you. Also, Uncle has already journeyed to the Tyrells to negotiate. <br/>From Roland Crakehall, your brother</blockquote><br/><br/>And another to Lord Lancel<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Lord Lancel,<br/>House Crakehall wishes to inform you that the Tyrells have contacted us about a marriage proposal. My sister, Kaina, has the decision to pick if she wants to or not, but maybe not. We have reasons to confirm that they may use us to get an alliance with your house.<br/>From Roland Crakehall, brother to Colbalt</blockquote>"
10259,Game of Thrones - Legacy: Chapter 2: Winter Storms (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322764&start=25,2014-12-10T10:42:00,Nuxipal,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ixidor Bloodfyre<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">41 AQD, Ryamsport, The Arbor</span></span><br/><br/>Ixidor listened to the man.<span style=""font-style: italic"">So this is the Warlord my father spoke of. On land he doesn't seem as invincible as the stories</span>Ixidor thought. ""I thank you for your hospitality Lord Redwyne. I have been told stories of your prowess upon the seas and have seen some of it first hand in Slavers bay. It would be an honor to accept guest right in your halls."" He looks at the man's children, of whom he has many. ""I do hope I am not intruding. I received your raven and decided it was best to come myself. Viserion and myself would have beaten any Raven we sent out, so it was pointless to send one. I can assure you that he will not do harm unless I command him to. That being said, I will be needing to purchase food for him if I am to stay for a significant period of time.""<br/><br/>He walks with Lord Redwyne towards the palace. ""When I had heard what happened during the Hightower Rebellion and what Tyrell did after, I knew that your house would be the best chance for an ally in this war to defeat Tyrell for their years of dishonor against both their vassal lords and the realm which they swore to defend. Redwyne once held the greatest fleet next to the Royal Fleet and at times Greater than it. I saw many ships in the harbor, which tells me you have been rebuilding since the Rebellion. I have a number of ships as well that used to belong to your house. I already ordered them to set sail before I left. Many were simply tied up in Oldtown others were trying to sail out of Oldtown. In all, I have recovered 20 ships which should belong to your house. They are on their way across the Straits now.""<br/><br/>Looking again at Salladhor's children. He couldn't help but see that there was some sort of Lysene or Valyrian blood in the children. Others looked as if they were Ironborn or Dornish. It was rare to see a family so diverse, but the eldest did seem to have Valyrian traits, which made him feel comfortable talking to them. For the majority of his life he was used to seeing men and women who had the gold-platinum hair. Not since leaving Elyria had he seen this many strangers that looked this way.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Aelix Nogarys<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">40 AQD, Volantis</span></span><br/><br/>""You could bring whatever mercenaries you wish. We have the space on the ships and more swords are always welcome. I just hope my Lord doesn't lose the war before we get there. He has a tendency of making rash decisions unless he has counsel from his good friend Vaekar and Vaekar is overly cautious without Ixidor there to push him forward. They both squired for me and I had to take them both on to keep them from getting killed."" Walking through the market he notices a lack of whores. It was an odd thing to notice, but this part of Volantis had always been full of them when he was younger. ""Now, I probably should have asked previously, but that direwolf. Did you tame him or was he bred? I understood that the Starks had direwolves some fifty years ago, but I wasn't aware any survived the Red Wedding."""
10260,Game of Thrones - Legacy: Chapter 2: Winter Storms (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322764&start=25,2014-12-10T13:02:00,Arlye Austros,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/IODecfC.png""/></div><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Horns warned of the arrow exchange. Lucas had descended from his horse and rushed into the pike lines with the levies. The Merryweather Host charged, regardless of the arrows falling on them from the sides and the mud making them slow. Lucas stabbed a man with Rosebleeder. The steel fused with bone and muscle. The fall of the body made a disgusting sound as the blade came out. A shadow grew as the battle moved on, but the sun was shining between the darkness, as a fire in the smoke. Arrows continued to rain.<br/><br/>He charged, as the first enemy line broke. In the south, the screams of demons caused his soul to shake, and the shadows of Ulgor´s men crushed the levy lines of the Reach. Lucas walked over dead bodies and looked upon dying men, crawling away from certain death.<br/><br/>Arrows from the enemy lines first landed on their own troops. Lucas took cover behind his shield and formed a shield wall. Once it held against a new wave of levies he walked back, knowing it would remain there, and rushed back to his horse.<br/><br/>Next, his own cavalry rushed by the Dragon Mound, running over the Merryweather colours. He could see the banner of the Dragon from the distance, and the dust around. His screams sound like a distant plead. and his men rode towards the north, to Rhaegar. By the time the mass of horses and bodies grew larger in his sight, and the sound of dying beasts became a sinister melody of high-pitched screams the Merryweather knights were in full retreat. An arrow blossomed from the chest of a man on his back over his horse, moving before him. The remaining Targaryen that had not run or died scavenged the field for a replacement of their weapon or their mount, and many left after such. Their voices heralded what he would whitness then. Rhaegar lied on the floor, covered in blood. Dead.</span><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Outside of Tumbleton, Northern Reach, Forty Days after the Queen´s Death.<br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/rVEqLPj.png""/><br/>Ser Lucas Hardyng-Stark.</span></div><br/><br/>He woke up in the dark, his sweat was cold, as a draft had invaded the tent through a hole in the cloth. The images of the nightmare returned, and he was confused. Was it the battle he remembered? Was it something he imagined out of it. He was scared in the dream, it seemed as a hell made by the Seven for him, for sending so many to their tombs. He remembered the arrows, like white flowers tainted in red, growing from the bodies. The smell, the screams. Was it all real?<br/><br/>The he remembered something. Rhaegar didn´t died. When they found him he looked like death, and they carried him as a corpse for a funeral, but a man, who claimed to know of such things, said he was not dead, only badly wounded. He made everything he could, until he prooved this to Lucas. He felt Rhaegar´s heart beating below the skin of his chest. Rhaegar was indeed alive, but barely. The Targaryen had been left in Marshold, at the care of the wise man and the landowner, and guarded by fifty men who also worked on cleaning the ways for messengers and troops.<br/><br/>He walked out, and the sun was still not up. It was awfully cold. Tumbleton had a terrible look. It only added to his guilt. The dozen citizens that remained were intensely hostile to him, but to be fair, the scattering Reachmen also added destruction to the city and her surroundings. The walls were wide open and his men had no issues marching into the streets. Only a handful of citizens of those at the time made a barrier between them and the main castle, which they opened after Lucas negotiated the return of horses and some of the supplies he took.<br/><br/>Now, it was deserted. He preferred to camp outside, instead of sleeping inside. His men had been working on rebuilding the wall and cursed his name for repairing what he ordered to tear down. That would not help Lucas´s conscience.<br/><br/>His men accounted the loses of the battle: 300 levies died or were badly wounded, a hundred more would recover and rejoin the army in time. The men-at-arms and the pikemen accounted a hundred loses between wounds and kills. Archers lost fifty and the raiders lost a hundred. It was a rather successful fight, but it was blessed with luck, Lucas admitted, and the high morale, the cheers, the joy of his soldiers at his sight, had faded fast.<br/><br/>A horn announced the arrival of an army from the east. His scouts had warned this last night, but the banners gave away their intentions. Targaryen loyalists. The encampment was partially protected by stakes, and Lucas rode among them to meet Loran Targaryen. He didn't recognized the man.<br/><br/>“Ser. My name is Lucas Hardyng-Stark. I am glad to see friends in the front. I fear, however, I don't know your name.”<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Winterfell, Forty Days after the Queen´s Death.<br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/HdoLQHK.png""/><br/>Princess Alayne Hardyng-Stark of Vale and Mountain.</span></div><br/><br/>It was cold, like never before in her life. Winterfell had the ways to keep its inhabitants warm, but still, the day-by-day was awfully cold, and walking from one room to another was a serious price to pay.<br/><br/>However that day she descided to pay it, and many times. Alayne, wrapped in furs, walked to the courtyard, attracted by the sounds made by the direwolf pups playing in the snow. He watched at them for a while till he realized she was not alone. Brandon Stark, Lord Commander of the Kingsguard, was sitting on a side of the courtyard and watching them. It was the first time she saw him alone, since he had been sick since his arrival.<br/><br/>“Cute pups, although I presume they grow to be fierce in size and strength.” She extended her hand, hoping one would come and lick her fingers, but they kept playing. slightly ashamed Alayne stood up once more. “Are Starks as Direwolves, my Lord?”<br/>She realized they were kin, but their families had not met till the moment she crossed the walls of the Castle.<br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><div align=""center"">King´s Landing, Forty Days after the Queen´s Death.<br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/rVEqLPj.png""/><br/>Adrian Hardyng-Stark, Master of Arms of the Red Keep.</div></span><br/><br/>Adrian had been working through those days in the defenses of the city. Realizing the lines of supples of the capital were weak, he worked on a way of keeping the food lines more safe. If they placed watchtowers at a certain distance from each other across the many roads around the city, King´s Landing would be able to defend its food supply from small parties. However that plan was scrapped. The war would soon brought full armies right into the capital, they needed a way to fight a great force, not an entire army. Adrian prepared orders to make the fletchers and artisans of the city to create arrows and bows, simple weapons a man can be taught to use in a matter of days, at least enough to shoot against an advancing group of soldiers from above the walls. He questioned the local fletchers for armour-piercing tips. His research found out that bodkin tips could penetrate armour, but they didn't quite convinced Adrian, maybe mail, but plate was a doubt. He saw one that quite convinced him, called “Broadhead”. It looked like an axe, and was claimed to cut into the flesh, wounding far more the target. He had bought many kinds of the arrows to show to the Council. Finally his rides around the wall suggested him that they could dig around the wall, adding stakes to the bottom so that siege towers would not roll to the defense.<br/><br/>He had been busy, but all his projects required coin, and to do that he needed to make arrangements with the Master of Coin. He was hoping to talk to Aegon himself at this meeting. But now he was surprised to see the Merser Family there, and decided to halt his proposal, for now.<br/><br/>He looked at them and wondered what they were doing here. His father´s face was obviously beyond approval. When the King offered them to seat, he moved, uncomfortable. Why? Adrian could not guess. Adrian knew little of this house, out of their power in Rosby and their presence in King´s Landing. Adrian´s mind drifted away, to Lucas, to his wife. He was a prisoner of duty in that city, and often thought he should have taken his horse and ride west of sailed north.<br/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Eyrie, Forty Days after the Queen´s Death.<br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/HdoLQHK.png""/><br/>Prince Symond Hardyng-Stark</span></div><br/><br/>Winter, winter, winter! The pleads of the commoners, the majors, the prominent villagers and septons repeated the same story. Crops were being lost, rains made travel slow, trade was disrupted. Clansmen descended to the Vale and raided the upper villages.<br/><br/>For a week Symond had not seen his cousin, worried on matters of State. For now, he managed to keep everyone happy, but that day came two landowners, fighting over a frozen goat. He descided the goat belonged to the man who owned the land it died, thus the meat belonged to him. The other one shouted insults to Symond and his House. It was a petty thing to do, but after looking at the court, who awaited his reply, he demanded the man apologized. He answered spitting in the floor, and cursing Starks and Arryns. Symond had no choice but to lock him in a Sky Cell for three days, after being flogged. It was the first time he confronted such hate. He said he would receive the rest of the petitioners in the afternoon and left to his room.<br/><br/>The Eyrie was awfully cold, and soon they would have to go down to the Bloody Gate. In his room he watched upon a map.<br/><br/>“Things look grim?” A voice asked. Lysa watched from the door, dressed in her red dress, thick enough to held the cold, at least so she would not freeze. He looked upon her breast, but he blushed and looked away. She smiled.<br/><br/>“Sorry, I didn´t meant....”<br/>She walked in. “You are a man. I forgive you.” However she dragged more of the dress to her breast, so it was covered. “What is that?”<br/><br/>She was pointing at the map. Lines crossed the Vale, heading to the Riverlands.<br/><br/>“Our supply lines. One of my jobs... My main job is to keep the food, clothes and blades moving to the front. And replenishment of men.”<br/><br/>“People who march to their death.” Lysa added, looking away and walking to his sword, displayed on the wall.<br/><br/>“Always so grim, cousin. War is a way the world moves, part of the way realms relate to each other. Even from war, deep friendship can bond.”<br/><br/>“I disagree. No friendship between Kingdoms is worth the lives lost.” He face drifted away, and she was remembering something, suddenly Symond realized she had a terrible experience in the Red Keep.<br/><br/>“What happened that day...”<br/><br/>“I saw guards and soldiers being slaughtered like animals, Symond... How can anyone justify that?” She turned to him. Angry. “Only animals do such thing.”<br/><br/>“I don't but it´s how the world works. The Seven deliver us from War one day, but till that moment, we must fight. ”<br/><br/>But she wouldn't listen, and looked away, still angry.<br/><br/>“What is it, Lysa?”<br/><br/>“I can´t stop thinking... nevermind...” She blushed now.<br/><br/>“Tell me... what...” He turned, as she was not looking into the void, but to a flower out of his window. “That Tyrell boy.”<br/><br/>“He saved me, and you left him to be taken by that Targaryen... Monster.”<br/><br/>Now Symond was angry. “I did what I did because it had to be done... Was I supposed to defend him, a part of our foes, against a dragon? How, cousin?”<br/><br/>Of course, she had no answer for that. After a while she simply walked away in silence, while Symond watched. He then turned to the map, but the lines were blurry and his mind drifted away, to his cousin. He simply went out for a walk.<br/><br/>Later that day something else happened. A man in steel and chain entered the court. He was black of hair and had a distinctive scar in his chin. He recognized the sigil of House Sunderland.<br/><br/>“My Prince...” The man, in his twenties, bowed. He was armed, and flanked by two armed men.<br/><br/>“I fear I do not recognize you... Ser...” Symond replied. The man lifted his face.<br/><br/>“Lord Marlon Sunderland, My father, Ryman, died recently in a skirmish in the Riverlands. I have succeeded him.”<br/><br/>“I am sorry to hear such. My condolences to you and your kin.”<br/><br/>The man, clearly an agressive and brute one, spitted on the floor. Ronnel was tense. “My kin can rot in whatever hell they like. My brother Marlon, curse be his name, casted me away of the islands and placed a prize on my head. My lesser brother, Yonald, hunted me all the way to Colwater Burn like a dog, and my dwarf brother, Ordle, made sure my ships were pierced, so I could not saild back. When I resched the shore and tok them out of hiding I lost four of my men in the sinking, and I nearly drowned. I hope the dwarf rots forever.”<br/><br/>Ronnel was surprised. It seemed the Three Sisters were a nest of problems.<br/><br/>“The elder brother has the right to it... is it you?”<br/><br/>“Of course I am, boy!” He shouted, angry... However he corrected. “I am, Lord. My brother, however, claims he has an equal claim since we are twins, and my dwarf sibling supported him, but no doubt he plans to stab him in the back... We should have drowned him as the ancient customs dictate.”<br/><br/>Septon Irnald, in the left corner of the court, was scandalized.<br/><br/>“Easy, Septon, let´s not lose our judgement over an old custom. Of course we do not abide by it. However, it is known dwarfs often use other resources out of strength and honour. It is no surprised your brother attempted such thing.”<br/><br/>“Thank you, Lord.” The sisterman had been bowing for a long while now. It made Symond uneasy.<br/><br/>“You may rise back, Lord Marlon. Have you sent a raven to my Brother the King?”<br/><br/>“I have.” He raised his head. “But no answer.”<br/><br/>“Do not worry. I will see this is addressed properly. I will see it myself.”"
10261,Game of Thrones - Legacy: Chapter 2: Winter Storms (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322764&start=25,2014-12-11T02:45:00,Aileach,"<hr/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">The Arbor,</span><br/><span style=""font-size: 115%; line-height: 116%;"">Ser Lyan of House Dohaar,</span><br/>Forty-One Days after the death of Queen Daenerys</span></span></div><br/><hr/><br/><br/>His eyes fluttered open painfully, strained by the shaft of sunlight beaming through the grime ridden windows to land squarely on his face. The smell of sweat and sex filled the air, while the pounding of last night's feast filled his head. Sleepily he turned his head on the feather-stuffed pillow, not to be greeted by an unpleasant sight. A young woman lay asleep beside him. her fiery red hair spread down her naked back and all about her head. She tossed and turned as he rose from the bed, her pouty lips murmuring some silent words.<br/><br/>He gathered his thoughts as he got dressed, throwing on the same woolen breeches he wore the night before, the same sweat-soiled linen shirt and same leather jerkin. He needed a bath, but first he had to satisfy his stomach and quell the resonating headache leftover from the previous nights wine. He was still unsure of his location, though a quick glance out the grubby window proved him to be still in Ryamsport at least. He made for the door, leaving last night's prize to continue her slumber.<br/><br/>Downstairs, the inn's common room freed up some of the shady details of last night. The large open room was pleasantly cool, with not a single fire burning in any of the three hearths. There were a handful of patrons still in the hall, sailors and soldiers mostly, though the noise level was uncommonly low. A few groups chattered quietly amongst themselves, but it seemed that most here shared the same symptoms as Lyan.<br/><br/>He ordered up a hearty meal of bacon, pork sausage, blood pudding and a stick of fresh crusty bread to sap up the yolk of his eggs, washed down with a cup or two of ale. For Lyan it was the only cure for morning afters. Before he managed to finish his meal however, the streets outside were suddenly bursting with people running, shouting and screaming. They ran in all directions, clearly maddened by something. The Inn emptied as everyone rushed to find the source of the commotion, Lyan included, he was still struggling with the buckle of his sword belt when he emerged onto the sun filled streets of the port town. Finally he saw it - the beast in the sky. It was closing on the town, a white speck in the sky, difficult to see in the sun.<br/><br/>Running nearly caused Lyan to heave back up his filling breakfast more than once, but he pushed on relentless. The crowds had calmed somewhat, their fears turned to wonder when it was made clear the beast was not here to burn the town to cinders. The dragon had landed in the palace courtyard, sure enough as he had expected, and not long after Lyan himself arrived at the seat of House Redwyne. Pronouncing his name at the palace gates secured him entry, and he made his way inside towards the armoury. With no lands or apartments of his own, he was permitted to keep his arms and armour secured in the palace armoury while back in Ryamsport. He decided it would be best to dress for the occasion should he come face to face with the beast.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Mermaid's Palace,</span><br/><span style=""font-size: 115%; line-height: 116%;"">Ser Daryn of House Dohaar,</span><br/>Forty-Two Days after the death of Queen Daenerys</span></span></div><br/><hr/><br/><br/>Daryn watched on with pride as his largest ship, the great trading cog<span style=""font-style: italic"">Sea Maiden</span>, was tied up to the humble docks of Mermaid's Palace. He had ordered a separate wharf constructed three years ago away from the main docks, to be used exclusively by his own trade ships. Her grand blue linen sail had been raised entering the harbour, yet the crumples of white and red cloth which would unravel as the trident of House Dohaar could still be seen in the folds. She had two castles, fore and aft, and high sides to aide in fending off pirates and would-be boarders. True to the workhorse nature of the Cog, she had no extravagant ornamentation, save for a figurehead carved in the likeness of a young mermaid, and left unpainted. Daryn had moved well beyond his days of selling wool and tapestries, for now his cargoes were truly precious. Aboard his<span style=""font-style: italic"">Sea Maiden</span>he would find barrels of saffron, cloves, cinnamon, bolts of silk, samite and satin, tiger and lion pelts, alligator and snake skins, jet, jade and racks of potions and poisons that would make any maester of the Seven Kingdoms giddy with excitement.<br/><br/>The dockhands scurrying to unload the ship, carrying off its wares by hand and winch, were all foreigners from the east. Slaves in truth, though the secret was guarded. Daryn saw no harm in the use of slaves, they were housed and catered for, and they escaped the cruel punishments of the eastern slave owners while in his service. Daryn refused to allow his slaves to be beaten or killed as punishment, instead preferring a sentence of extended harder labour. After all, what use was an injured and broken worker?<br/><br/>The dockmaster, Gedry Goodware, kept a watchful eye over the operation. Should any stock go missing or turn up damaged, it was up to him to account for it. He had five overseers under his command, hurrying the workers along and ensuring that all hands be kept firmly in sight. As he stood and watched, a familiar voice came from behind. She could tailor her tone to be any manor of seductive or authoritative she wished, but Daryn was not so easily thrown by his sweet sister's efforts. He had known her long enough to read her moves like a book, and she him.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Don't you have places to be, brother? I'm sure your supervisors don't need a supervisor.""</span>She said with a mocking tone. Daryn gave a slight smile, choosing not to turn to face his sister. Instead she stood at his side, slipping her arm around his.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""When you plan things well, there is never a need to rush.""</span>He started off towards his warehouse, leading his sister along.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""I have something to show you, come.""</span><br/><br/>Daryn's solar in the warehouse was larger than need be. A huge carved oaken desk sat firmly in place at the back end of the room, a matching high-back chair with a padded leather seat behind it. A hearth remained unlit along the left wall, while a long meeting table with four chairs on either side was stationed in the dead middle of the room. Bookshelves and cabinets filled with ledgers, accounts, scrolls and assorted parchments and papers lined the walls between windows.<br/><br/>Daryn took his seat behind the desk, slouching in his chair with a smug grin on his face. Lady Jeyne chose to sit with a bit more grace in one of the simpler chairs opposite her brother. On the desk between them she noted three parchments, held open at their furling corners by small ornate silver weights. Daryn made no move to hide the papers from his sister, the pair were in this business together, and as much as he may hate to admit Jeyne had proved herself to be just as vital as himself, being twice the negotiator he was.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Reports of House Merser ships trading in Lys, dear sister.""</span>She gave him a wry look at the remark,<span style=""font-style: italic"">""since you are so curious.""</span><br/><br/>He leaned down to open a compartment, its door hidden into the extravagant, flowing carved motif. From within he produced a glass bottle filled with a light brown liquid, and two small glass tumblers.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Pear brandy, from Tyrosh,""</span>he informed her as he poured.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""House Merser is not cause for concern, not for the moment at least. I have something else in mind for the nonce.""</span>"
10262,Game of Thrones - Legacy: Chapter 2: Winter Storms (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322764&start=25,2014-12-11T10:19:00,Of the Quendi,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;"">The Reach</span><br/>The Arbor, in the Redwyne Straits<br/>The Seven Kingdoms of Westeros</span></span><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://img2.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20130719091715/gotascent/images/b/b1/House_Redwyne2.png""/><br/><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ser Sarelleon Redwyne</span><br/><br/>Forty One Days after the Death of Queen Daenerys</span></span></div><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">E</span></span>ven the descend of Viserion the White, a dragon every bit as formidable as the tales would have it, who had consumed armies from Meereen to Westeros upon his home which had not for a generation seen a beast of such formidable size and terrifying strength did not drive from Sarelleon sweet memories of last night. Fire and blood was upon Ryamsport but that could no more than too few hours of sleep drive the vivid memories of Nymella's caresses. A blush appeared on Sarelleon's cheeks at the thought of the things the Dornish woman had done to him. Things he did not even knew how to describe had he had the boldness to try.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">A</span></span>quiet snicker escaped from Quentyn.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Slept well?""</span>He whispered quietly enough that father could not hear. Alekyne however lacked the restraint. He chuckled loudly at the suggestive question, provoking lord Salladhor to turn and flash his progeny icy cold stares, that quickly dampened their moods and managed to do what the presence of a huge dragon did not. For a moment Nymella's lush body and wet kisses was banished from Sarelleon's mind.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">B</span></span>etween Alekyne's nervous chuckle and Quentyn's furrowed brow Sarelleon knew his brothers to be vexed by the dragon's presence. He too was perturbed by the beast, mayhaps even father behind his stern, glum demeanor dreaded it, Sarelleon wondered as the creature landed in the courtyard that scarcely had room for the wingspan of the creature. If so the Lord of the Arbor did not allow it to show. The moment the gargantuan creature had landed he fearlessly stepped towards it to greet its rider bringing him within a few meters of the head and mouth of the animal. Even in his armor there was no doubt that if Ixidor Bloodfyre did not exercise absolute control over the beast, or if he wished the Lord of the Arbor ill, then nought could spare him from death.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">B</span></span>ut Lord Salladhor held his head high, ignoring the beast whose breath made his cloak flow behind him like a sail caught by a strong wind, offering guest rights to its rider not as vassal to liege but as equal to equal. Then he gestured Sarelleon and Quentyn forward with the bread and salt, and for a moment even Quentyn was without jest or humor as the pair of them approached the dragon, lifting their trays towards the lord on the dragon's back.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">L</span></span>ord Ixidor dismounted and accepted the offered guest rights. The ritual was completed and neither host nor guest could do the other harm according to Old Gods and New. Only Lord Salladhor had broken guest rights once before, and did they even have them in whichever faraway land Ixidor called home, Sarelleon wondered.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">T</span></span>he words of the lord was however respectful and pleasant enough and seemed absent ill will and Lord Redwyne's reply for once seemed amenable, as much as could be expected.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Spare the flattery Prince Bloodfyre. I too hear the same stories as you do, a great many of them my sweet sister wrote and more still are written by my foes. It is well that you have seen my deeds yourself for in the rest I would put little stock.""</span>The Lord declared, forcing Sarelleon to resist rolling his eyes. At least father had had the courtesy of addressing the young dragon lord as a prince.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">P</span></span>erhaps it was the curt and dismissive remark that prompted Lord Ixidor to issue his light threat next. Lord Salladhor did not at first seem to react. Then he flashed the young dragon lord a wolfish smile that did not reach his eyes, taking a few steps towards the dragon. Gazing it directly in the eyes.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Likewise my Prince, likewise. Nor shall any harm come to you or your pet lest I command it so.""</span>The lord venomously said. For a moment he was quiet. Then he smacked his gauntlet clad hand against the scales of the beast with a growling but warm laughter.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Seven he is a big beast, he must have grown since last I was in King's Landing.""</span>The Lord said before turning from the dragon and pointing at one of the guards that lined the marble colonnades surrounding the courtyard, eyeing the dragon with fear.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""You!""</span>Lord Salladhor called.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Go find the fattest oxen in all of Ryamsport and bring it here.""</span>He ordered. Turning back towards the dragon gazing at its huge form once more while the guard saluted and promised to do as ordered, he hesitated. Then he turned back to the guard.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""And fetch the second fattest as well while you are at it.""</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">W</span></span>ith that he returned to the side of Lord Ixidor, making a polite gesture towards the open gates leading into the luxurious palace Serenei had built.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Tyrell betrayed me long before Hightower defied Lord Garlan. When my traitor uncle took my title where was Garlan's father to be found? Not on the Arbor I can tell you. I serve no man who does not return my loyalty with his own, keep this in mind Prince should you desire my fealty. Hightower aided me then and hence I did not pause when he needed mine aid against a man fool would say I owed allegiance. Hightower failed and fell while I lost many ships and all respect for my cousin who lead my ships in my absence. But I am here still and as you have correctly surmissed I do not lack for ships. In truth I have not lacked for ships in many years. Ships can be rebuilt and I have done so much quicker then Tyrell realize, men is different. To train a man to become a soldier or a marine take time. Fortunately there are many men in the Free Cities who would like to sail for me, and give a captured pirate a noose or an oar and you will see that he pick the oar. The day after tomorrow I could release one hundred and fifty warships upon Tyrell should it please me, so you see My Lord you find me not without teeth.""</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">L</span></span>ord Salladhor, having spoken more words to the dragon lord in just a few minutes then he had to Sarelleon in nearly two years, paused for a moment.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""But I thank you for returning my property all the same. They served me well once and will again.""</span>Lord Salladhor declared as he, his guest, and his three sons entered the atrium awaiting them beyond the courtyard, while guards abandoned it in search for oxen to feed Viserion.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""But I fear I am being a poor host, boring you with these details of my fleet Prince.""</span>Lord Salladhor declared.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""A long night's flight over five hundred miles must have left you tired and hungry. If you wish to break your fast with my family before we talk further it shall be arranged.""</span>"
10263,Game of Thrones - Legacy: Chapter 2: Winter Storms (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322764&start=25,2014-12-11T12:14:00,Alderann,"HIGHGARDEN, THE REACH<br/><br/>Gauis awoke the next morning feeling refreshed from the stress of the past couple of days. Giving a good stretch and preparing for the day Gaius dressed in some green silk robes with the Tyrell sigil in the center of the chest and calf high leather boots.<br/><br/>After refreshing and preparing for the day Gaius departed for the dining hall to eat some breakfast. Once in the hall most of the family was there Margeary, Olenna were already sitting down and enjoying some lepary pie. The smell of the pie filled the dining hall and it became apparent that the cooks had prepared a fine meal.<br/><br/>Gauis took his seat at the head of the table while Margeary sat on his left and Olenna sat on his right. Gauis poured himself some wine. Turning to face Olenna Gauis spoke.<br/>"" Olenna I want you to eat well and prepare. I have already had your belongings packed and the Knights that are going to escort you are ready and waiting outside.""<br/><br/>Both Margeary and Olenna was surprised by what Gauis had just said. When Margeary spoke up.<br/>"" what do you mean? Where are you sending her?""<br/><br/>After Gauis finished taking a drink he spoke. "" I'm sorry, how rude of me not to explain. Olenna you are no longer a girl but you are a woman. And our house needs you. You are going to travel to old town and speak with this dragon Lord.""<br/><br/>the look that came over both of the girls face was one of fear and anger. How could Gauis make this decision, who did he think he was. Margeary did not like the idea and she made it known.<br/>"" Gauis! Who do you think you are! You dare put Olenna 's life in danger! I will not allow this!""<br/><br/>Gauis did not lose his composure at the outburst, he continued to drink his wine and once Margeary had calmed down he gave his answer.<br/>"" now listen my dears, I would not do something that would place any of your life's in danger. Olenna you need to do this for our house. You need to speak with this dragon Lord and try to negotiate with him. I do not want to see the Reach torn apart which is what will happen. Do you two not see the army that had assembled outside of our walls. That is because war is upon us and if we can avoid it then the better. Olenna you are innocent and I'm sure you will know what to say. Now there will be no more talk about this. You leave immediately.""<br/><br/>With that Gauis stood up from the table and left the hall. Margeary and Olenna just sat there looking at each other in shock and dismay. What Gauis had just said seemed unreal. Margeary in a very comforting voice spoke to Olenna.<br/>"" do not dispair, I will go and speak to Gauis.""<br/><br/>Margeary then searched for Gauis asking the servants where he might be. When one of them finally told Lady Margeary that Gauis was in his chambers. Without a knock or warning Margeary just barged into Gauis's chambers where he was.<br/>"" how dare you! How dare you send Olenna to that beast. She is a sweet innocent girl that has done nothing wrong! But you would sacrifice her! Why Gauis? Answer me!""<br/><br/>But Gauis did not flinch or lose his in the least. Instead he talked to Margeary in a calm voice explaining himself.<br/>"" no I am not sending her there to be a sacrifice as you put it. But to be our emissary to this dragon Lord. Yes we have a far larger army, but we also have many more enemies. And what do you think would happen to the reach. It would be destroyed in the fighting. You are right Olenna is innocent and I hope she uses that.""<br/><br/>All of this made sense and even tho it made her angry Margeary knew that Gauis was right. He was acting like a ruler that saw how every consequence to every action. She did not want to dispute him for whatever his plan was it may bear fruit and prove useful to the family, but in case it didn't the army was assembled outside the gates of HIGHGARDEN and Ravens had been sent to recall the Lord Tarley.<br/><br/>"" Very well Gauis, we will see Olenna off.""<br/><br/>The scene in the courtyard was a scene of heartbreak. Olenna the sweet and innocent girl was scared and crying and begging not to be sent away. But both Gauis and Margeary just have her some comfort and sent her on her way to old town. Gauis knew that the dragon Lord wouldn't harm her and that she was safe.<br/><br/>LATER THAT NIGHT, HIGHGARDEN<br/><br/>Both Gauis and Margeary was eating evening dinner when a servant calles out.<br/>"" milord a rider is here, he says he is from House Crakehall.""<br/><br/>Looking at Margeary. "" I guess they are here to discuss the possible marriage. Come now let's not keep them waiting.""<br/><br/>Gauis greeted the rider in the courtyard. "" milord please come in and warm yourself. Have some salt and bread. And feel as if you are home. I am Gauis Tyrell."""
10264,Game of Thrones - Legacy: Chapter 2: Winter Storms (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322764&start=25,2014-12-11T15:34:00,Krugmar,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">House Merser</span></span><br/>Kings Landing - Merser Manor<br/>Morsan Wode<br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://24.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_m8e40hVSPz1ryemkpo1_500.jpg""/></div><hr/><br/><br/>Morsan Wode was a rather portly and short man, the head on his hair was grey and thinning and he wore a blue beard in an outrageous fashion. His long silken robes were coloured in an outlandish light blue with a strange purple trim. It was clear to anyone that he was from one of the Free Cities, one might assume he was from Pentos or Braavos due to his skill with money yet his true origins lay with the city of Tyrosh. He was one of the owners of a Tyroshi Cartel, a mix of criminal organisation and money-lending firm. The Cartel was in league with Adas Merser and helped fund some of his projects, they were keen to help create merchant vessels which would trade with Tyrosh and ultimately, them.<br/><br/>Morsan wandered around the manor, it was very large by Westerosi standards but nothing compared to the palaces of Pentos, Alcazars of Tyrosh or pleasure barges of Braavos. He walked up the atrium stairs and soon found himself within Lord Mersers study, it was well kept and well organised. He quickly checked the ledgers and found nothing amiss, Lord Merser was not squeezing them out of any profits on the side. He pulled out a piece of plain paper, dipped a quill in ink and began writing to his partners in Tyrosh. It was a simple letter really, asking for more money to be sent and explaining that everything seemed to be going fine. He sealed the letter with Mersers own seal, then quickly wrapped it up.<br/><br/>He took the letter to one of his servants and handed it to him. He simply said ""Take this to the docks, find a ship and be on your way to Tyrosh"". The servant quickly rushed off, eager to fill out his masters command or at least not get whipped for laziness. Morsan wandered into the public seating lounge and made himself comfortable, he hoped that Lord Merser would make a good impression with the king tonight or else he may have to find himself a new trading partner.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Wode-Avin-Masin Cartel</span></span><br/>Tyrosh - Cartel Alcazar (Mansion)<br/>Illiodore Avin<br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.gilder.biz/architecture/Middle-eastern-palace-2.jpg""/></div><hr/><br/><br/>Illiodore was most pleased by the letter, it seemed that investing in Lord Merser had been a wise choice. He sent instructions for more gold to be imported to Westeros, the fleet had to be expanded and new trading options established. The Wode-Avin-Masin Cartel, known as the 'Blues' for their preferred choice of colour, was one of the smaller Tyroshi cartels but still richer than most Lords in Westeros. They looked outside of Tyrosh however, seeing Westeros as the perfect place to expand their legal, and sometimes illegal, practices in search of coin.<br/><br/>Illiodore was not too similar to Morsan Wode. While Morsan was plump and small, Illiodore was tall and skinny. He had a full set of blue hair and his face was clean shaven, except for a small and wiry moustache. He wore the typical outfit of a Tyroshi nobleman, coloured in blue with a silver trim. He would have been an odd site indeed in Westeros or even in Pentos. He made his way around the Alcazar, it was lavishly decorated with gold, silver and other ornaments being thrown everywhere. The Lords of Westeros would have described it as garish, decadent but it was the norm in Tyrosh and Westerosi fashion was seen as bleak and boring.<br/><br/>The other partner, Avalli Masin, was away on business in Lys. This left Illiodore in sole control of the Cartel from Tyrosh and he could not deny the urge to take complete control. However he knew that without the logistical brilliance of Morson Wode and the martial experience of Avalli Masin then he would be doomed. He was a good diplomat, cunning enough to get his own way but the cartel relied upon the triumvirate to carry on working. His thoughts were interrupted when his slaves entered the room, some were there to bring him food while others would bring him pleasure. Thank Trios his people were smart enough to keep slavery, unlike the foolish Westerosi who outlawed it.<br/><br/><br/><br/><hr/>"
10265,Game of Thrones - Legacy: Chapter 2: Winter Storms (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322764&start=25,2014-12-11T15:42:00,Kuhlfros,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ser Brandon Stark, 40 DAQD, Courtyard of Winterfell</span><br/>He watched as Alayne stepped into the courtyard and watched the pups, listening to what she said and as she tried for one to lick her, he then replied, ""It depends whom you ask my lady, It has taken me years to realize but I have found a conclusion to your question that I once asked myself...Direwolves are strong, large, and leader-like animals, and much smarter than a clever normal wolf as well, and more fierce...but, I have found what a Direwolf and the Starks do that is, special I suppose you could say, a direwolf will not save its own hide if hunters attack their pack, or if their companion is in danger, and perhaps you know the story of King Torrhen Stark, the King who knelt, perhaps the southron version though, Torrhen marched an army of 30,000 to Moat Cailin to meet Aegon the Conquerors 45,000 and three dragons at Moat Cailin, entertained with the idea from his bastard brother that the dragons could be defeated by stealth and assassins, But, after seeing Aegon's army Torrhen did not lose heart, but gained another, caring for the safety of his own men and bastard brother who planned to sneak into the Targaryen camp to kill the dragons, fearing for his family and vassals' lives over his honor and pride, and so he knelt, for the sake of his realm. And that is why Starks are as Direwolves, Princess Alayne."" He smiled and looked down as one of the younger of the direwolves hopped through the snow to the Princess and the knight.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">40 DAQD, Markets of Volantis, Eddard Stark</span><br/>As they walked along, to respond to Aelix's statement he said ""That's what most thought, that all the Starks were dead, Arya and Sansa Stark at the hands of King's Landing, My father Lord Rickon and Brandon at the hands of Theon Greyjoy, Robb Stark and Catelyn Stark at the Red Wedding, my namesake and grandfather Lord Eddard beheaded by Joffery Lannister, and Jon Stark at the hands of Bowen Marsh, however, Sansa, Arya, Rickon, Bran, and Jon was returned to life all lived. Anways, only two of six direwolves had died in those times, and Robb's Greywind and Sansa's Lady, Nymeria was found in the Riverland woods, Shaggydog of Rickon and Summer of Bran, along with Ghost with Jon remained with their companions, After the long night, Rickon had inhertied Ghost and still had Shaggydog, and soon after we had found Nymeria, and thus the first litter of Direwolves in Winterfell in 1000s of years, Darkclaw is one of those...""<br/><br/>(OOC: Rickon's arc is waiting for Lannisters<img alt="":)"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_smile.gif"" title=""Smile""/>)"
10266,Game of Thrones - Legacy: Chapter 2: Winter Storms (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322764&start=25,2014-12-11T15:45:00,Aileach,"<hr/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">The Redwyne Straits,</span><br/><span style=""font-size: 115%; line-height: 116%;"">Lady Jeyne of House Dohaar,</span><br/>Forty-Three Days after the death of Queen Daenerys</span></span></div><br/><hr/><br/><br/>A single galley tore through the waves of the Redwyne Strait, forty-five oars on either side dipped and rose, being heaved and pulled belowdecks by nearly two-hundred slave oarsmen. A pair of blue linen sails, marked with the red and white trident of her house sped her along in favourable winds. She was a low ship, slender and quick - the fastest ship in House Dohaar's possession, dubbed the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Blue Merlin</span>, yet not so quick as some of the Redwyne fleet, or indeed the Iron Fleet's faster ships.<br/><br/>Jeyne stood on the forecastle as they cut along the coast, past the Whispering Sound bay and Blackcrown, savouring the ocean spray against her face, turning her cheeks and nose a rosy red. It did not take long for her to retreat to her cabin below deck. She had been warned of the Bloodfyre forces occupying Oldtown, and their likely ships that would be prowling the waters here, however if reports were held true, the Bloodfyre's dragon Viserion had been to Ryamsport, and the city still stood strong and vibrant. She deduced that the two families were on friendly ground, and took some uneasy comfort in the presumed knowledge. What worried her truly was making it past the Shield Islands and up the west coast to Lannisport, that was the task her loving brother had given her. If the Redwynes had truly thrown in with House Bloodfyre, than that meant the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Blue Merlin</span>would be open game for any Tyrell ships on the water. That was not to mention if they crossed an Ironborn ship, as practically everyone was open game for them. Thus was her reasoning for demanding the quickest ship at the disposal of her brother,<span style=""font-style: italic"">Blue Merlin</span>, a fair demand that Daryn seemed happy to grant.<br/><br/>Daryn was forever seeking to expand his network, looking for new clients and new locations. A warehouse in Lannisport would not only serve the Westerlands, but would also give their goods an easy route up the River Road to Riverrun and the surrounding areas. Jeyne's knew she had to secure a very favourable deal in purchasing the property, for the investment could take its time in returning its due. There was little she could do in the meantime however, and so she found time in her cabin to do what she had not had time for in what seemed like half a lifetime, she practiced her needlework."
10267,Game of Thrones - Legacy: Chapter 2: Winter Storms (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322764&start=25,2014-12-12T02:02:00,Masimino,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Desmor Crakehall, House Crakehall</span><br/><br/>""Stay near, I might need you if things get out of hand"" Desmor said to the soldiers that came with him, he was in the outskirts of the seat of the Tyrells, and needed to take caution with them. ""Ride out to me when I leave. And please, follow orders, not doing anything else in particular"" He said his final orders and proceeded to the Tyrells.<br/><br/>Desmor has just arrived in the tyrell's house, or the courtyard to be exact. He was greeted by Gaius, who was rather short in size, but known as a warrior and rider. ""Ah, Thank you mi'lord, I am Desmor Crakehall, representative to House Crakehall"" He said in a humble voice, not wanting to sound boastful to the Tyrells. ""I'm here to discuss the letter you gave us, regarding about my niece's hand in marriage, also to collect the Dowry we requested"". He said, going straight to the point, not wanting to waste time. ""Also, Thank you for the offer for salt and bread, I am hungry"" He said to Gaius. ""Should we go inside? I feel rather safer in the walls"""
10268,Game of Thrones - Legacy: Chapter 2: Winter Storms (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322764&start=25,2014-12-12T13:25:00,Alderann,"SHIELD ISLANDS, 44 days after queens death<br/><br/>The sea around the shield islands was calm. The sky was clear, and there was a breeze that filled the sails of the ship. The Red Plague, named for her red sails and red tint of the wood used to create the ship. The ships captain is Ser Cheston of House Oakheart.<br/><br/>A very skilled and capable captain, Ser Cheston had been given the task of patrolling the area around the shield islands as a way to deter any ironborn raid or possible naval assault on Old Oak.<br/><br/>For the most part there hasn't been a lot to see, but with growing hostilities the red plague and her crew were watching for any ship sailed by a rival house. It has been three days since they even seen another ship.<br/><br/>Suddenly the lookout called out to Ser Cheston.<br/>"" milord there's a ship. Bearing the flag of House Dohaar!""<br/><br/>Ser Cheston thought to himself.<br/>"" House Dohaar they haven't pledged support for House Tyrell.""<br/><br/>then yelling commands which required and demanded a response he gave the order to give chase.<br/>"" ready the sails!! Set oars!! I want that ship!!""<br/><br/>The crew did not question or hesitate, every single man followed the orders that they were given. Some 250 oars cut through the water and with the wind on their side, the red plague quickly closed the distance on its prey.<br/><br/>The bordering crews made ready, hastily dawning their armor and weapons waiting until they were in range. Finally the red plague was upon their prize and they released the grappling hooks sizing the ship so that it could not make an escape.<br/><br/>The assault crews went into action fighting for their prize. Slashing in single combat with the few crew that would resist. It did not take long for the ship to fall. All of the slaves were brought to the upper deck, along with the lady Jeyne.<br/><br/>After the fighting had concluded Ser Cheston came on board to inspect his prize. It was easy to notice the lady Jeyne, she was the only lady on board and she was wearing fine clothes and jewelry, clearly she was of noble birth and belonged to House Dohaar.<br/><br/>"" milady. I do apologize that you had to experience what you just did. But your house has not pledged support for our noble Lord, therefore you are a traitor. And as such you will be sent to HIGHGARDEN for judgment. Enjoy this last bit of sea air I don't suspect you will experience it again.""<br/><br/>No more words were said. It wasn't along voyage to Oak Heart. They arrive by night fall and then maybe a days ride to HIGHGARDEN."
10269,Game of Thrones - Legacy: Chapter 2: Winter Storms (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322764&start=25,2014-12-12T15:52:00,Aileach,"<hr/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">The Shield Islands,</span><br/><span style=""font-size: 115%; line-height: 116%;"">Lady Jeyne of House Dohaar,</span><br/>Forty-Four Days after the death of Queen Daenerys</span></span></div><br/><hr/><br/><br/>Even after going almost a full year without even touching a needle, her work was still quite impressive. Through the day before and this morning after she broke her fast, her little embroidering of a single red rose was coming along quite nicely. The green and red silks used for the flower gave quite an attractive sheen against the simple white linen back. Stitching away for hours at a time, she dipped to and fro from moods of blissful thought and intense boredom.<br/><br/>Though self confined to her cabin, she had a fair idea that by now the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Blue Merlin</span>would be rounding the Shield Islands. From here to the Westerlands' coast would be the most dangerous leg of her journey. In truth she didn't expect any real danger, so when the horns came, followed by shouts and the pounding of running footsteps overhead, confusion and doubt filled her head. She dropped her stitching immediately, bolting out of her cabin to race on deck. Anywhere she stood she seemed to be in the way, men were running back and forth, tugging at ropes and shouting commands in at least three different tongues. The beat of the drums in the oar rooms could be heard feint under the shouting and the lapping of the water, the pace quickening to a speed that surely no rower could sustain.<br/><br/>She found the captain on the low aftcastle, gazing out in the distance. He was a seasoned man, and salty. Never married but with enough children around the world to fill an orphanage. The<span style=""font-style: italic"">Blue Merlin</span>was far from the largest ship he had captained, as he was fond of saying, but it was the one which had earned him the most coin, as he was also fond of saying. Jeyne placed herself beside him and tucked a lock of hair behind her ear, her eyes fixed on the closing ship. She furrowed her brow at the sight.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Do we know them?""</span>she inquired, almost too casually for a woman in potentially mortal peril.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Tyrells, m'lady. They've swung 'emselves for us.""</span>was his response. His accent was incredibly northern; thick and jumpy. In truth Jeyne had no idea where the esteemed Captain James Silverboots hailed from, and now didn't seem like the time to pry.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""They 'ave mor'n twice t' oars as us, but we 'ave me, m'lady.""</span>He gave her a wide yellowed smile, beaming of confidence and strangely, incredibly reassuring. He excused himself and left Jeyne to watch the bearing ship.<br/><br/>It did not take long for her to realize that her captain's confidence may have been ill founded. The Tyrell ship was closing the gap fast, and evasive maneuvers were proving quite fruitless indeed. She could see the crew on the other ship now, little specks rushing around atop the deck. She could even see the red tint on the wood of her hull. That was when she decided it was time for her to retreat below. If the ship was boarded and taken, it would prove little use, yet she barred the door anyway, confining herself to a helpless solitude for the impending skirmish.<br/><br/>Just listening was perhaps even harder than being amongst the carnage herself. She could hear the Tyrell crew landing on the deck above, hear the clash and clang of steel. She could even hear the mammoth load roar of Silverboots as he vowed to cut out and eat the heart of every '<span style=""font-style: italic"">golden rose and oak leaf cunt</span>' that set foot on his ship.<br/><br/>It was a short battle, the armed crew of the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Blue Merlin</span>dwarfed in numbers by their enemy. When the attackers swore to break down the door with axe and mace, followed by the skulls of anyone inside if the door wasn't unbarred, Jeyne saw no use in resisting. Consigning herself to whatever fate she must recieve, she was marched above deck. The oarsmen were above deck also, bound and silent. She had to wonder if the Tyrell crew knew their true nature or not, for her fate could be far worse if they did.<br/><br/>A knight crossed over from the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Red Plague</span>, as she had been informed it was named. He came straight to Jeyne, noting the soft fur and fine cut cloth of her travelling clothes and her sapphire encrusted necklace and earrings. He spoke quite curtly to her, not giving her much of a chance to get a word in.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""My brother declares for Lord Salladhor Redwyne and Lord Salladhor Redwyne only, I am no traitor, ser.""</span>With that, she was taken aboard the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Red Plague</span>for the journey back to Old Oak."
10270,Game of Thrones - Legacy: Chapter 2: Winter Storms (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322764&start=25,2014-12-12T20:02:00,Novae Vitae,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Qarl the Queer<br/>Outside Highgarden, the Reach<br/>Forty-Six-Days-After-Death</span><br/><br/>They had ridden hard for three days through the Reach, night through day through night thrice. Now, with the moon towering over the walls of Highgarden, they approached on ragged horses with ragged clothes.<br/><br/>""Who goes there?"" a man called down. Qarl looked up to see him atop the walls, a tall man with cinnamon hair and a spear grasped in his hand. Beside him were two crossbow men and another spearman.<br/><br/>""Ironborn!"" Qarl called back. ""Ironborn seeking vengeance against other ironborn. We ask to seek immediately with the head of the House Tyrell, the Lady Margaery. There is a matter of justice to be dealt with.""<br/><br/>Qarl looked to his mother. The story was simple. They were lowly gentry, his mother scandalized, her son wanting vengeance for her virtue."
10271,Game of Thrones - Legacy: Chapter 2: Winter Storms (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322764&start=25,2014-12-13T09:47:00,Nuxipal,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ixidor Bloodfyre<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">41 AQD, The Arbor</span></span><br/><br/>""It would be an honor to sit with your family before we started our discussions. Afterall, I have come many miles on dragonback upon the knowledge that we could be allies against the Tyrells. Ever since my arrival in Westeros the Tyrells have turned what should have been a happy reunion, into a nightmare. I will explain it all once we are in a comfortable place."" Ixidor followed Lord Redwyne into the manor. He had no reason to not tell the Lord of the Arbor the gift that his grandmother sent to him before he left Elyria for Westeros.<br/><br/>Knowing full well that his father would never be allowed to inherit, she had sent him away fearing that he would be prone to violence. While he did seek out war frequently, he only did so as a way of protecting his home. Rarely did Daenerys come to visit Rhaegar, but once he had a child she visited more often. However, when he was having a second she chose to stop going to Elyria completely. She did however send him a gift on his 20th name day which cause a stir in the Bloodfyre household. He intended to start using that gift here on The Arbor and wherever he meets Westerosi Lords."
10272,Game of Thrones - Legacy: Chapter 2: Winter Storms (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322764&start=25,2014-12-13T11:03:00,Alderann,"HIGHGARDEN, THE REACH<br/>42 DAYS AFTER QUEENS DEATH<br/><br/>Gaius was very welcoming to his guest. Lord Desmor Crakehall was very polite but was a bit inpatient as it was. No deal had been made yet and he was already asking for the dowry.<br/><br/>"" my dear Lord of course you are my guest please come on in to HIGHGARDEN. And enjoy yourself, relax a little bit I know it has been a long journey for you.""<br/><br/>Gauis led the Lord Crakehall to the great hall where there was a throne room, one from which the Tyrells rules the reach like kings and Queens.<br/><br/>"" now dear Lord as you stated earlier you want to just get to buisness. I cannot fault you for having your eye on the prize. But before I go and give you this gold you this is a business deal. And I will honor my part but you have to honor yours. I want an introduction to the Lannisters. I want there pledge of support. You know that I can offer you a lot and five your niece a very high social status. Now my dear Lord what will it be?""<br/><br/>Gauis then showed the Lord Crakehall the chest containing the 1,500 pieces of gold.<br/><br/>OFF THE COAST OF TARTH<br/>46 DAYS AFTER QUEENS DEATH<br/><br/>Lord Castellon Tarly stood on the bow out his ship looking out to the sea. He could see that they were crossing Tarth and knew that it wouldn't be long until they arrived at Kingslanding. The plan would be simple front assault right in the black water Bay. Lord Tarly's only objective was to kill the king and secure the safety of House Tyrell.<br/><br/>HIGHGARDEN, THE REACH<br/>46 DAYS AFTER DEATH OF QUEENS<br/><br/>The guards listened to what the iron born warrior had to say from below the castle walls. At first no one was going to pass this lunatics request to the Lady Margeary but the commotion had caused it to get her attention anyway.<br/><br/>From her bedroom she could hear the yelling outside, as she had her window opened to enjoy the cool nights air. Walking to her balcony she admire the iron born warrior that stood beneath her walls.<br/><br/>Slipping on a thin silk night gown she walked down to the wall where the guards had gathered yelling at the warrior to leave.<br/><br/>"" calm yourselves, I want to speak with him.""<br/><br/>Facing down at the warrior she called to him.<br/>"" I am Margeary of the house Tyrell. What is it your want!""<br/><br/>OCEAN ROAD, THE REACH<br/>45 DAYS AFTER QUEENS DEATH<br/><br/>The lady Jeyne had not had a second of rest since her capture by Ser Cheston. As soon as they arrived in Oakheart he had her on a horse headed to HIGHGARDEN. The whole way mocking her.<br/>"" such a pretty head. It's a shame that milord will take off of your shoulders for being a traitor.""<br/><br/>Constant verbal abuse is what she suffered at his hands on the journey to HIGHGARDEN. They had traveled for a whole day with no rest. The men were in high spirits, all of them excited for the reward they would get for bringing a traitor to their Lord."
10273,Game of Thrones - Legacy: Chapter 2: Winter Storms (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322764&start=50,2014-12-13T18:16:00,Ontorisa,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://s20.postimg.org/dqi8yqr99/House_Pastrece_Sigil.png""/></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Riverrun<br/>40 Days after Queen's Death<br/>Lord Isaac Pastrece</span><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Pastrece Army""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">2,400 Heavy Infantrymen (1,200 Kyzerblack Levies, 700 Desertros Levies, 500 Bucert Levies)<br/>2,670 Light Infantrymen (1,420 Kyzerblack Levies, 700 Desertros Levies, 550 Bucert Levies)<br/>230 Light Cavalrymen (Kyzerblack)<br/>800 Archers (650 Kyzerblack, 150 Desertros)<br/>200 Crossbowmen (Kyzerblack)<br/><br/>Total: 6,300 Troops</div></div></div><br/><br/>There was tension within the Pastrece Army, Isaac observed to himself as he glanced around at the Lyserks, Northgales and Pastreces all grumbling and shooting suspicious faces at one another. What had occurred at Kyzerblack with the Northgale men attempting to rape Salins Pastrece and with the brutal reply of the Pastrece garrison had led to a cold reception between House Northgale and House Pastrece and Lyserk. Lord Isaac Pastrece had agreed with Earl Connor Lyserk that if the Pastrece army were to function, the Northgales must be dealt with, no matter the cost whether diplomatically or with the sword. As a result, the camp was divided in two.<br/><br/>Isaac stood at the entrance to the Lyserk's Head of House tent, where Connor was inside speaking with his captains. Nodding to them as Isaac looked on, Issac could see that Connor was planning something, possibly against the Northgales. As the conversation finished, Connor turned to Isaac.<br/><br/>""My Lord, welcome to my humble castle."" Connor jokingly greeted Isaac before bowing to him before drawing in closer. ""I have a group of volunteers under the command of one of my lieutenants, Aaron, who plan to support your plan in the forcible plan to get Patrick to submit to you once again. Have you done the same?""<br/><br/>""Indeed,"" Isaac began before turning his head and snapping his fingers. ""I have the group with me, about 20 men ready to move on my go.""<br/><br/>""Patrick will try and counter us, right?"" Connor asked, concerned since his holdings are so far north that he was lucky to scrap together as many men as he did. ""I cannot afford to lose these men, they're some of the best I have, trained in the South before moving back up here.""<br/><br/>""He will indeed, but hopefully he is easily deterred from doing so."" Isaac nodded to Connor. ""Good day Earl."""
10274,Game of Thrones - Legacy: Chapter 2: Winter Storms (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322764&start=50,2014-12-14T18:25:00,Novae Vitae,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Qarl the Queer<br/>Highgarden, the Reach<br/>Forty-Six-Days-After-Death</span><br/><br/>Qarl felt his mother seize his shoulder and drag him to his knees. He had forgotten he could not reveal his Dagon Greyjoy's heir; not here, at least, and not yet. So he fell to his knees before Margaery Tyrell, her figure imposing, his voice hard.<br/><br/>""Rise!"" Margaery called from her balcony. She seemed impatient, but Qarl might have simply suffered from shaking nerves. The two ironborn rose slowly, and Qarl looked up to stare into Margaery's eyes.<br/><br/>""My lady of the House Tyrell,"" Qarl called up, ""we have gone a long way to meet you. My mother has . . .<span style=""font-style: italic"">suffered</span>. . . at the hands of our former lord, and we wish to aid House Tyrell in the coming war so that House Tyrell might aid us later.""<br/><br/>Qarl looked side-to-side. Men were walking, and word would be spread before the morn. ""However, my lady,"" Qarl continued, ""I do not wish to dishonor my mother with the details of her pain publically. May we speak privately with you, my lady?""<br/><br/>It was an odd request any man with half-a-mind would have seen through, but it was all Qarl could think of."
10275,Game of Thrones - Legacy: Chapter 2: Winter Storms (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322764&start=50,2014-12-15T09:38:00,Nuxipal,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Aelix Nogarys<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">40 AQD, Volantis</span></span><br/><br/>While Eddard was speaking of his family's direwolves and how they came to breeding them once more, a group of Volantene nobles approached. Distinctly Valyrian looking, they looked at the Dragon emblem on Aelix's cloak with mild disgust. ""Lord Bloodfyre I presume?"" they said to which Aelix responded, ""I am not Lord Bloodfyre, I am his steward and general. Aelix Nogarys. We once had a family branch here in Volantis, I would suspect you to remember their deeds here.""<br/><br/>The noble looked at each other and seemed annoyed, ""Very well, next you see your lord we have a message for you to deliver to him. Return the books stolen from the arcane center here within the Black Walls and we will not strike his family name from the Valyrian Records. I care not how they are returned as long as they are in good condition and he has not created copies of them.""<br/><br/>Aelix looked perplexed, ""I will give him the message if I see him again. You see, I am with the Heir of Winterfell. And before I return to my lord, I must return him to his home in the Northern wastes of Westeros."" The nobles seemed to agree with his statement, ""Indeed, the first men are savages and must be kept in their frozen lands. Winter is upon them now and there is a great war brewing in the south. I suspect many of the first men will be marching south with or without the urging of their lords to help their families survive the coming winter.""<br/><br/>As the nobles turned to leave Aelix looked to Eddard, ""Clearly there is a great deal of bias here in Volantis regarding Westerosi. They still view the western lands as savage and uncultured. The sooner the rest of that fleet catches up the better. We shouldn't linger here too much longer."""
10276,Game of Thrones - Legacy: Chapter 2: Winter Storms (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322764&start=50,2014-12-15T11:56:00,Independent States of Tula,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Auster Storm</span></div><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">41 AQD, Storm's End</span></div><br/><br/>Auster looked around at the light snow falling down, it was beautiful, but that beauty hid a deadliness that was inherent during winter and only worsened during times of war such as now.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">'Winter is Coming as the Starks would say...it couldn't have picked a worse time.'</span>Auster thought as continued walking along the wall of Storm's End.<br/><br/>Soon he'd be the Lord of this castle, something Auster never thought possible considering his Bastard status...but Tyr had seen something in him...and now Auster would prove that he was worthy of such trust.<br/><br/>""There you are."" Unless someone sabotaged him...like the woman behind him.<br/><br/>Auster turned to face his full sister Kaela Storm and asked ""Kaela...what are you doing on the wall? Is something wrong? Does Tyr need me?""<br/><br/>Kaela shook her head and replied ""No, the...'Lord' does not need you and nothing is wrong. Is it wrong for a sister to want to just talk with her brother?""<br/><br/>The word 'Lord' had been spoken with venom and Auster replied ""You'd do best to show more respect to the Lord, he's done House Baratheon well and the Stormlands just as much good.""<br/><br/>""Except for the fact that he murdered the true Lord."" Kaela replied seethingly.<br/><br/>""He did not murder any Lord and you'd best hold your tongue less he remove your head for such lies."" Auster countered.<br/><br/>""It's the truth Auster, and it's beyond me how you can defend him...let alone work as his right hand man!"" Kaela protested.<br/><br/>""It isn't the bloody truth, Kaela. I know it for certain...just like I know how you murdered the Lady of this House."" Auster stated the last part in a small whisper.<br/><br/>""That was retribution Auster...not murder."" Kaela replied with an even softer whisper to her brother before adding ""Tyr took from me my father, and so I took from him his mother. An eye for an eye.""<br/><br/>""That man was Tyr's father too, and though he may not have liked him dammit he wasn't the one who put an arrow in his own father's flesh."" Auster countered and added ""You murdered an innocent woman Kaela...my silence on this is the only thing keeping your head on. Tyr almost had you killed you know...I stopped him...don't make me regret that decision. Now enough of this conversation, it never happened, go inside and say warm...it's cold out here.""<br/><br/>Kaela just shot Auster a glare and walked away, Auster shook his head, he loved his sister dearly...but sometimes she could be a right pain in the rear."
10277,Game of Thrones - Legacy: Chapter 2: Winter Storms (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322764&start=50,2014-12-16T00:39:00,Givious,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Red Keep, Kings Landing, The Crownlands<br/>Fourty-Days-After-Death</span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Aegon grabs a flagon of wine and pours a cup for the lord now sitting in the Master of Coins seat. Another hour passes of them feasting and drinking, when Aegon finally stands.</span><br/><br/>""I thank you all for coming, but me and my council must retire for the night. Gentlemen?""<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Aegon turns, and many of the men at the end of the table follow. Adas soon learns why his council is joked as being the ""Great Council"". There were thirteen seats in the room for the various people. Already in the room was the Commander of the Gold Cloaks Ser Bolswyn, Commander of the Black Cloaks Ser Velquis, and an adviser Brynden Valenvareth. As the rest of the men take their seats the Queen elect, Lady Tully, takes the thirteenth seat next to her uncle and future husband. The seat for the Lord Commander of the Kingsguard stands empty.</span><br/><br/>""Now, we are all together. Reports?""<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Trystane was the first to speak.</span>""Garlan's death, as many of us know. As well a message from the east... Asha Greyjoy and the royal fleet have been destroyed. She is believed dead...""<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Aegon turns to Derrion.</span>""Brother, you are now Master of Ships officially... Send a raven to House Greyjoy with our apologies. Ask their lord to come here to Kings Landing. I will bestow to him his Paramouncy personally.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Vardis speaks after taking a drink from his cup.</span>""A ship arrived this morning from the detachment sent by you to help your cousin. They speak of a vast armada bearing the sigil of the Rose... they spotted them off the coast of Dorne. They will likely be approaching Shipbreaker Bay, upon us in two weeks time at the most.""<br/><br/>""How many ships?""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Aegon asks as he sips his cup.</span><br/><br/>""More than a hundred galleys. Hundreds more in troop ships. It carries a host none can match we fear.""<br/><br/>""Adrian... You have my full commitment to the defense of the capital. Any expenditure will be paid.""<br/><br/>""Aegon,""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Ser Bolswyn speaks.</span>""Allow myself and the Commander of the Black Cloaks to join him. We all have plans of our own.""<br/><br/>""I will allow it. Again, any expenditure will be paid. You need to only speak to Lord Merser. Does anyone have any report of the Lannister men in the Blackwater?""<br/><br/>""None King,""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Adrian pulls out some letters.</span>""They hold camp in an area that would be poor to attack, and make no attempt to cross the waters. We believe them still too thin to cross, but this could change. The bridges are still ruined for a majority of the Blackwater, and we have eyes upon all the fords that are close enough to threaten us.""<br/><br/>""Good... is that all you have to report?""<span style=""font-style: italic"">No man gives a response to this question.</span>""Good. Leave me this night, for me and my wife have much to.... discuss.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">As the men sit up, Aegon turns to Adas/</span>""Not you.""<span style=""font-style: italic"">All other men leave the room as Aegon and Adas sit in the room. Aegon looks Adas in the eyes.</span>""Let tonight stand as a reminder. You are now in a pond of large fish, and you are but a guppy. Remember this... leave me.""<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Robert Targaryen<br/>Riverrun, The Riverlands<br/>Forty One-Days-After-Death</span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Robert stepped forward, holding his warhammer in one hand, a piece of parchment in the other.</span><br/><br/>""This paper declares my father as Steward of Riverrun with both Edmyn and Medgar away at the peace talks. With my father gone, he has left me in his stead. Do you disagree with what I have said, my Lord Stark?""<br/><br/><hr/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Prince Rhaegar Targaryen<br/>Marshold, The Reach<br/>Forty Three-Days-After-Death</span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Rhaegar had a fire in his chest. He awoke to the blaring pain that seemed like all seven hells inside of him. His vision was blurred and broken, he was unable to move his shield arm and the rest of his body was so weak it pained him to move. As he moaned something trying to figure out where he was he saw a figure above him. He could not make out a face, but the armor the man wore shinned like the sun. He could see a beard... was this the father before him? Rhaegar attempted to reach for him, but as he did another moved between the two; a dark figure. Rhaegar pulled back, the stranger was upon him. The stranger lifts something to Rhaegar's lips, pouring the liquid down his throat as he fights to stop it. As he pulls away, the father rests an armored hand on his shoulder. It is time... Rhaegar drinks the strangers concoction. As it goes down the pain subsides and Rhaegar slowly slips away...</span><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Loran Targaryen<br/>Marshold, The Reach<br/>Forty Three-Days-After-Death</span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Loran watches as Rhaegar slips into unconsciousness. He had sat by him for three days, watching as he slipped in and out, screaming at the pain he was under. The maester had administered the milk of the poppy while maggots fought infection at the wound and ate away at the bad tissue. The maggots had been removed after two day and then boiling wine was used to finally clean and seal the wound. A mustard seed poultice now lay over it, only the gods knew if he would live. What Loran did know is Rhaegar would never hold a shield properly again. Knowing that his brother was safe, he entered the nearby room where his commanders and Lucas waited for him.</span><br/><br/>""We have orders from Aegon. We are to capture Longtable and any settlement between us and there. Bitterbridge already has bent the knee to Ixidor and the King, Grassy Vale has not however. Grassfield Keep is not a massive fortification, but it is a threat to us none the less. Lord Pyle, you will lead half of Rhaegar's horse to Grassy Vale. Make sure we do not get attacked from the east. The remainder of the men will be under the command of myself, Lord Hardyng-Stark, and Lord Blount. We march on Longtable this eve. We will capture it, and drag that bastard of a boy Merryweather back to Kings Landing!""<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">King Aegon Targaryen<br/>Kings Landing, The Crownlands<br/>Forty Three-Days-After-Death</span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">The White snow has fallen over the square before the Red Keep, giving it a glow that was almost the purest of beauty. Before him the crowd grew as people came to watch him dispense his judgement. Three Hundred men had been convicted of treason to the throne, and all but five had admitted guilt. The men were nearly naked, standing in the freezing cold.</span><br/><br/>""People of Kings Landing! These men are some of the officers of the Gold Cloaks, men who were complacent in the death of my grandmother. These men not only swung the swords, but made the plans. These men standing before you admit their guilt, and will serve the remainder of their days upon the wall. For their failures in this life, they will serve the nation in this new one.""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Black Cloaks escort the men out of the square. Some fifty men of the Nights Watch have come south to lead these men north, along with a contingent of two hundred Black Cloaks, who would follow until Harrenhal where a force of Rivermen would lead them to the Crossing, where a force of Northmen would lead them to the wall.</span><br/><br/>""These men however!""<span style=""font-style: italic"">He points to five men who are knelling to his left.</span>""These men claim that what they did was for the true king, Garlan Tyrell, and are blameless. I will give them one last chance before I deal punishment.""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Aegon draws Blackfyre, the ring of the blade making the crowd gasp. Aegon rests the blade upon the first mans shoulder.</span><br/><br/>""Do you submit to me, Aegon Targaryen, as your King and liege. Do you admit to your crimes against the crown, and country?""<br/><br/>""Long Live King Garlan! Long live House Tyrell!""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Aegon swings the sword. In a single swing he removes the head of the man, his blood ruining the snow on the ground. He moves to the second man.</span><br/><br/>""Do you submit to me, Aegon Targaryen, as your Ki...""<span style=""font-style: italic"">The man spit on the ground before him.</span><br/><br/>""Down with the Usurper! Death to..""<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">His head rolls before he can finish. The third man screams for mercy, the fourth prays to the seven for forgiveness, the fifth asks the King for mercy. Three heads are placed upon the Walls of the Red Keep, two more join the march to the wall. Aegon wipes down his blade, the blood clotting on the ground. He points to the gates as another prisoner is brought out... Loras Tyrell. The crowd boos, screaming for blood. Aegon holds up his hand, the Black and Gold Cloaks start pounding their spears on the ground until they are silenced.</span><br/><br/>""This is Loras Tyrell, brother to the traitor.""<span style=""font-style: italic"">He pulls a piece of paper from his coat.</span>""And this is a pardon, written by my hand. Absolving him from the crimes of his kin and declaring him the Lord of Highgarden. Loras has signed this, and has surrendered the Lord Paramouncy to my cousin who is Lord of Oldtown and Protector of Hightower. Here and now, I declare that Loras Tyrell will be returned to his kin when the daughter of Trystane Martell, late wife to Garlan Tyrell, is returned to my cousin in Oldtown. Only then will he be released to his Kinslaying sister.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Aegon turns, returning to the keep. He has much more to do with the defense of the city.</span>"
10278,Game of Thrones - Legacy: Chapter 2: Winter Storms (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322764&start=50,2014-12-16T14:06:00,Aileach,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""WIP""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><hr/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">The Arbor,</span><br/><span style=""font-size: 115%; line-height: 116%;"">Ser Lyan of House Dohaar,</span><br/>Forty-One Days after the death of Queen Daenerys</span></span></div><br/><hr/><br/><br/>The Redwyne Palace was no house of a lord, but a manor fit for gods. Corridors that seemed to stretch as far as the eye could see, with huge high-ceilings, where the Seven were depicted in frescoes, giving life to the tales and scenes of <span style=""font-style: italic"">The Seven Pointed Star</span>. Elaborate frescoes and tapestries adorned the walls, intersected by glowing white marble columns, statues of past lords and kings, heroes of folklore and great warriors and knights. One could spend endless hours pacing the halls of the palace, and each hour would bring them no closer to the end of the beauty of the palace. <br/><br/>Lyan strolled the halls in just such a manner, his plate armour rattling softly as he walked. He had managed to catch time for a quick wash before re-dressing. His white blonde hair curled softly to his shoulders, perfumed with the exotic scents of Lys. Mermaid's Palace true to its name did indeed have its own palace, complete with marble statues and pillars, fantastic water fountains and even a natural river running through its heart, carved into half a hundred streams that spread throughout the palace behind the flowing mind of an artist. Yet, it was no comparison to the scale and wonder of the Redwyne Palace.</div></div></div><br/><br/><hr/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">The Ocean Road,</span><br/><span style=""font-size: 115%; line-height: 116%;"">Lady Jeyne of House Dohaar,</span><br/>Forty-Six Days after the death of Queen Daenerys</span></span></div><br/><hr/><br/><br/>The small party had been riding tirelessly along the Ocean Road for what seemed to be an eternity, made all the worse by the relentless taunting of Ser Cheston and his men. She was at least thankful that so far none had tried to force their way with her. More than once it had crossed her mind to lure one of her captors aside after dark. Close and personal a kill would be easy, and it could be hours before the rest would awaken to find her gone. Something prevented it, and the longer the journey grew the more she confined herself to her fate at Highgarden. Surely they would not kill her, if not for compassion then for her monetary worth. She liked to think that her brother would be so kind as to fork out a generous ransom for the safe return of his darling only sister. If not then surely their mother would beat the sense into him to do so.<br/><br/>With her clothes soiled and ragged from the journey, and her physical state somewhat depleted, she had lost count of how many days they had been on the road. Whatever pain she felt, physical or emotional, she kept hidden. Deep down and bottled away. On the surface she veiled herself with whatever of her petite beauty she could muster, and kept her shrinking body hidden under her thick riding clothes.<br/><br/>To stay their horses from keeling over and dying, they had reduced themselves to a snail's pace, stopping to rest and water every walkabout. With a hot cup of a weakly brewed tea in her hands, Jeyne approached the lead kidnapper, Ser Chesten. He had constantly tormented her from the moment she set foot on the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Red Plague</span>, hounding her about her impending beheading. Words she could manage, it was if he decided to turn fists on her that she would need to worry. So long as he made his jokes he would laugh, and if he was laughing he was happy.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Is it much farther to Highgarden, ser?""</span>"
10279,Game of Thrones - Legacy: Chapter 2: Winter Storms (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322764&start=50,2014-12-16T18:06:00,Kuhlfros,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://img3.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20130403093136/gameofthrones/images/6/6e/House-Stark-a-song-of-ice-and-fire-32439858-565-800.jpg""/></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Volantis, Eddard Stark, 40 DAQD</span><br/>Eddard frowned at the attitudes and disrespect toward himself and the first men of the Volantene, he replied to Aelix and said quietly, ""This will not take long Aelix,"" then turning to the Volantene Nobles as they walked away, while not noticeably even for the Direwolf's size, Darkclaw snuck around in in front of the nobles without their knowledge, Eddard taunted them ""Then what, dear friends is a savage doing in your proud markets of Volantis?""<br/><br/>One of the nobles spun around and was the first to draw his blade the others turned, with their hands on theirs back towards Eddard, then the first one to draw his blade sheathed his and said in a moment of clarity,""This is the exact reason you first men are savages, seeking to fight against those even as high as we of Dragon-Blood.""<br/><br/>Eddard had not even touched one of his swords but replied, ""But a great dishonor, and such an example of cowardice to not send a savage away from such a high and wealthy land as Volantis!"" Eddard smirked and continued, ""Perhaps you are right, maybe Westerosi are savages..but then I suppose you would like to meet the beasts that we tame?"" Just then Darkclaw snarled from behind them the massive beast stepped closer and could smell the fear as the Volantenes spun around to find him... Eddard then commanded, ""Drop your swords and bags of coin and leave, and get a fresh pair of clothing while you are at it, and hope I never meet you again, for Westerosi, I fear, will be your doom..."" and left with Aelix, those whom once bustled by him now moved out of his way in fear or respect, or perhaps both at once, along with his Direwolf.<br/><br/>(Rickon/Benjen Arc and Brandon Arc Coming in next post.)"
10280,Game of Thrones - Legacy: Chapter 2: Winter Storms (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322764&start=50,2014-12-16T20:01:00,Novae Vitae,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Dagon Greyjoy<br/>Pyke, the Iron Islands<br/>Forty-Seven-Days-After-Death</span><br/><br/>The raven came few days after Qarl, Esgred, and Harwyn had left. It was on this day that the ship that had carried Qarl and Esgred had returned. Dagon had had no thought to protest to that, though Harwyn might have.<br/><br/>""Lord Farwynd, explain to my uncle what Lord Aegon has sent to us,"" Dagon said, sitting elbows forward on the table of his council chamber.<br/><br/>""Lord Maron,"" Farwynd began, ""Aegon has written to our lord Greyjoy and has offered to award of him the title of Lord Paramount of the Iron Islands in person, at King's Landing.""<br/><br/>""Seeing as you now understand the situation, dear uncle,"" Dagon said, pointing to the fact that Maron had been late to the meeting, ""what do you have to say on the matter?""<br/><br/>Maron sat back and crossed his massive arms. For a long moment, he was silent, but then he spoke with conviction. ""Give me the fastest ship we have, and I can catch you up to Harwyn. We can send someone to fetch Qarl and Esgred. We can swear allegiances to Aegon, and help him smash the Tyrells.""<br/><br/>""Madness,"" Farwynd interjected. ""Tyrell will hunt Qarl and Esgred down. They are too far from the sea, and the reachmen will run them down in the high grasses around Highgarden.""<br/><br/>Ragnar was nodding in concurrency. ""They will die too far from the sea, and the Drowned God will not be able to bring them to his halls. And, if you try this, lord, then the Storm God will mark your treachery with thunder and the Drowned God will not defend your dishonor.""<br/><br/>Dagon's stomach chilled. He would not risk the wrath of his gods. ""Very well. Lord Farwynd, write to Lord Aegon. Inform him that Harwyn shall take the title in my stead, and that I shall be made Lord Paramount through him.""<br/><br/>""Forgive me, my lord,"" Farwynd said, ""but shan't Aegon be curious as to why you have not come to swear yourself to him in person?""<br/><br/>Dagon paused. ""Tell him my son is ill, and I cannot abandon him in his sickness."" He looked to his uncle for approval.<br/><br/>Instead, he saw a man consumed in rage. Red-faced and cross-armed, Maron stared deep into Dagon's eyes and said, ""You're risking the life of my only child.""<br/><br/>""Maron--"" was all Dagon could say before the massive man flipped up the table and charged from the room. Come the morn, both he and his wife were absent from Pyke entirely."
10281,Game of Thrones - Legacy: Chapter 2: Winter Storms (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322764&start=50,2014-12-18T12:38:00,Dernland,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">Alderth Keep</span><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Westerlands</span></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://fc09.deviantart.net/fs70/f/2014/347/6/5/download__1__by_wsdpii-d89q9n3.png""/></div><br/><br/>Athen Casalain rode his black courser at the head of a small contingent of lancers. This force was slowly making it's way down the causeway and into the valley leading to the fortress. A beleaguered scout had ridden into the fort that morning, talking of a force of Lannister soldiers advancing on the keep. No banners or horns announced their departure, as to keep this attack a secret. Athen's lancers were to ride ahead of the much larger main force, and to skirmish with the enemy and keep them occupied.<br/><br/>This cunning plan was designed by Gaidon Tarmin. While Athen's force was terrorizing the Lannister army, the main force (consisting of 1000 spears, 500 Bows and 100 Lancers) would close the distance and attack. When the main battle was joined Athen's lancers were to retreat a ways, and then hit hard on the enemy's flanks.<br/><br/>Athen wore a simple coat of mail with the white lion on a red tabard. Such simple vestments were worn by all of the lancers, as most had only leather for armor. Athen hoped for a swift and decisive victory. If they won this little rebellion would get much larger with thousands of angry villagers swarming to him."
10282,Game of Thrones - Legacy: Chapter 2: Winter Storms (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322764&start=50,2014-12-18T20:45:00,Kuhlfros,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Rickon Stark, Riverrun, 41 DAQD</span><br/><br/>Rickon had offered the Lord Lancel and his family stay in Riverrun and his force stay at the castle, but they have been diverting their time to other matters for the moment<br/><br/>Back to the Court of Riverrun, as Rickon stood in front of the seat, he watched a boy wielding a warhammer and parchment, with silvery blonde hair step forward and say his words. Completely ignoring what he had said he replied, ""What's your name lad, step forward and hand me your paper."" He guessed the boy was apparently proud of himself and heritage, perhaps too much, as the way the lad addressed the Lord Paramount."
10283,Game of Thrones - Legacy: Chapter 2: Winter Storms (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322764&start=50,2014-12-18T21:55:00,Nuxipal,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Aelix Nogarys<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">42 AQD, Volantis</span></span><br/><br/>The last of the ships arrived, several reports were that four others were either lost at sea or were very late. Either way, Aelix decided that they would press on. He decided the best chance would be Oldtown. If Ixidor hadn't already arrived there, then he would be there soon. The ships were ready and so were the men. Aelix walked the decks of the flagship, which had its bow carved in the shape of a dragon and was recently painted blue and red. As he walked he noticed Lord Stark on the docks and went to meet him.<br/><br/>""Lord Eddard. My men are all ready to set sail. This is our last stop until Oldtown. The ships are filled with supplies to last us the journey and then some."" The Stark Heir had shown he was not some boy that was tagging along. Intimidating those of Valyrian Blood had gotten them exiled from the Black Wall, but it also had gained the young Lord Favor with pretty much everyone else in the city."
10284,Game of Thrones - Legacy: Chapter 2: Winter Storms (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322764&start=50,2014-12-19T04:56:00,Masimino,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Desmor Crakehall, 42 AQD</span><br/><br/>Desmor went inside the great hall, which was pretty impressive in his own opinion. When Lord Gaius finished speaking, he thought of a response, and after seeing the chest with the dowry, like what House Crakehall wanted, finally said ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Their pledge of support?</span>, boy, these are the lions, the<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Lannisters</span></span>. I'm afraid that they won't give you their support, but<span style=""font-style: italic"">You</span>give them your support. And I'm not saying this because I'm loyal to the Lannisters, but because their pride are too great to be ""Supporters"". I will honor my part, the marriage and the introduction, but getting the Lannisters to support someone else for the throne, well, that's something out of my reach. Well,<span style=""font-style: italic"">MY</span>reach. I will introduce you to the Lannisters, but don't expect them to support you for the throne. Now, is there anything else worth discussing?""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Colbalt Crakehall, 43 AQD</span><br/>Colbalt was eating his breakfast around the campfire, he just woke up when a rave appeared to him, with a letter from his relatives. He was initially overjoyed to hear news from his brother, but when he read the contents of the letters, he was shocked.<span style=""font-style: italic"">A marriage? To the Tyrells? Desperate aren't they?</span>He thought to himself. Why would a great house like the Tyrells want to marry into a minor house? No matter, this would boost the standing of the Crakehall's if the marriage is a go. But something was off, why did Desmor go and not Roland? No matter, he still believed in the old man to pull this off. He immediately wrote back to Roland and gave it to the raven. After the ordeal was done, he went to Lord Addam and said ""Lord, The Tyrells approached my house for a marriage proposal, this could be a plot of them to get the throne, or not, but either way I wanted you to know what the Tyrell's are up to."""
10285,Game of Thrones - Legacy: Chapter 2: Winter Storms (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322764&start=50,2014-12-19T08:28:00,Lorellion,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><div align=""center"">Alysanne Velaryon<br/>Myr<br/>37 Days AQD</div></span><br/><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/thumb/f/f3/House_Velaryon.PNG/250px-House_Velaryon.PNG""/></div><br/><br/>""What have you found out?"" The plump magister sat before Alysanne with an anxious look upon his face. ""Or have you found anything at all?"" Beads of sweat lined the man's brow and he seemed to be quivering a little bit.<span style=""font-style: italic"">He's afraid of me.</span>She smirked a tad bit and walked forward to take a seat across from the magister.<br/><br/>""You underestimate my abilities, my lord. You hired me to uncover secrets for you, and that is exactly what I have done."" She paused and looked up at him. ""My lord, if I might ask, how much are those secrets worth to you?""<br/><br/>""Excuse me?"" The man began to quiver a bit more, but she sensed a hint of anger within his voice.<br/><br/>""I believe you heard me correctly. These secrets must mean a great deal to you because you sought after me to infiltrate the court of Tyrosh with my own agents. You must have your own spies, but they are all Myrish. They would attract a great deal of attention considering the ancient feud between your two cities.""<br/><br/>The magister looked dumbfounded. ""I fail to see the point in all of this. If you have information, tell me.""<br/><br/>Alysanne smiled slightly. ""I don't think you are in a position to demand anything at this point, my Lord.""<br/><br/>The magister stood up in a fury. ""I don't know what you know, but I demand that you either tell me or leave this city at once.""<br/><br/>Alysanne remained seated, but continued her smile. ""My birds discovered next to nothing in Tyrosh. The Tyroshi did not seize your trading shipments. Pirates from the Stepstones did.""<br/><br/>The magister took a deep breath. ""So the Archon is not declaring war?""<br/><br/>Alysanne shook her head. ""No he is not.""<br/><br/>""Well I suppose that is cause for celebration!""<br/><br/>Alysanne smirked. ""If you can afford to celebrate.""<br/><br/>The magister turned around quickly, his eyes wide. ""Pardon me?""<br/><br/>Alysanne stood up. ""When I was summoned here, I expected to be handed a much more compelling operation. Instead, I had to contact my agents in Tyrosh to do a job that you could have easily done yourself by simply writing a letter. I found out about this information weeks ago.""<br/><br/>""You withheld information from me? I must say that your reputation is nothing like the stories.""<br/><br/>""Oh but isn't it? You see, after discovering the truth, I looked into something here in Myr. I discovered why you truly wanted me to infiltrate the Tyrosh court; your city is practically bankrupt. You are running on deficits that have only piled up to make a bigger debt. Your military is faltering and your trading operations are falling. I suspect this is from the last war with Tyrosh?"" The magister said nothing. ""You wanted me to discover whether or not the Archon knew of Myr's weak position.""<br/><br/>The magister turned to face her. ""Does he know?""<br/><br/>Alysanne shook her head. ""No. But he could.""<br/><br/>""What do you want from me?""<br/><br/>Alysanne smiled. ""I don't need money, if that's what your thinking. You are lacking quite a bit of it anyway. What I want is information. I have spies in all of the Free Cities, Slaver's Bay, Qarth, and all over Westeros. But even they miss some things. You will send me information about anything and everything of note. Am I understood?"" The man nodded slightly. ""Very well. Have a pleasant day, my Lord."" She turned on her heel and left the magister's office.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic"">2 Hours Later</span></div><br/><br/>After meeting with the magister, Alysanne retired to her manse in the city. She had taken a bath and prepared to settle down for the night when a servant entered the room. ""A missive from Westeros, my Lady.""<br/><br/>Alysanne took the letter from the man and opened it. She found only a short message. ""Garlan Tyrell is dead. Murdered by his own sister. She has a dragon now."" Alysanne set the letter down.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Interesting.</span>Alysanne's interests were mostly on matters in Essos, but she had kept her spies in Westeros. Despite her exile, she was still a Velaryon and the fate of her house mattered to her. Now that Margaery had a dragon, what would become of her family? Daemon was already doing enough to drive their family's legacy into the ground, but Alysanne could only imagine what dragon fire could do. But what could she do?<br/><br/>She bit her lip and strode out to her terrace to look out over the city.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Can I really leave all of this behind?</span>Her days in Essos had been hard at first, but she had made a name for herself. She had assumed so much power that even magisters submitted to her wishes. But she could just sit back and watch Westeros burn. Slowly, she made her way back inside and picked up a piece of parchment and addressed it the King of Westeros, and her old friend.<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>King Aegon of the House Targaryen, King of the Andals, the Rhoynar, and the First Men, Lord of the Seven Kingdoms and Protector of the Realm,<br/><br/>It has been many years since we last had communication, but I have made sure to keep my tabs on you. I am truly sorry for what became of your grandmother. She was a great queen, but I know that you will be a great king. I know that my exile is still in effect, but I ask for you to allow for me to return. Westeros is still my home, and I wish to do whatever I can to keep it from burning. I have been informed that you are lacking a Master of Whisperers. I have many contacts and spies in Westeros, but my connections span across all of Essos as well. I can help you, if you would only allow me to. <br/><br/>Warmest Regards,<br/><br/>Lady Alysanne Velaryon</div></blockquote>"
10286,Game of Thrones - Legacy: Chapter 2: Winter Storms (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322764&start=50,2014-12-19T09:55:00,Of the Quendi,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;"">The Reach</span><br/>The Arbor, in the Redwyne Straits<br/>The Seven Kingdoms of Westeros</span></span><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://img2.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20130719091715/gotascent/images/b/b1/House_Redwyne2.png""/><br/><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ser Sarelleon Redwyne</span><br/><br/>Forty One Days after the Death of Queen Daenerys</span></span></div><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">A</span></span>s Lord Salladhor escorted his guest into the interior of the Redwyne palace Sarelleon and his brother followed the pair. The group soon came to the great hall of the palace where the rest of the large Redwyne family, except, Sarelleon noticed, Serenei and Elenei who was strangely absent, enjoyed a breakfast, animatedly discussing the exciting and scary arrival of a living breathing dragon in their port town. The arrival of Lord Salladhor and his guest made the younger children meekly fall quiet, bowing reverently towards the imposing presence of their sire. Without bothering giving his children more than a brief glance Lord Salladhor waved a hand at them dismissively as he lead Lord Ixidor towards the high seat.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">S</span></span>ervants quickly arrived with plates of biscuits, breads, cheeses, fruit, cake and honeyed dishes for the guest, while jugs of juices and ciders, or even meads and wines, was brought in. Pouring himself a goblet of red whine Lord Salladhor raised it towards the guest.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Your health, Prince.""</span>He declared.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Had you announced your arrival I would have told the kitchen staff to prepare some foods from your homeland. As it is you will have to settle for what I have.""</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">D</span></span>raining his goblet at the end of the toast Lord Salladhor took a seat, Sarelleon, Quentyn and Alekyne quickly following suit.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""I hope you are comfortable Prince.""</span>Said Lord Salladhor."
10287,Game of Thrones - Legacy: Chapter 2: Winter Storms (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322764&start=50,2014-12-19T16:35:00,Nuxipal,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ixidor Bloodfyre<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">41 AQD, The Arbor</span></span><br/><br/>Following the Lord of the Arbor into his Palace was an experience in and of itself. It felt familiar to his Elyrian Estate he sold, yet very foreign at the same time. The taste of the salt in the air was exactly the same however. Ixidor saw his host's children as he entered the room and took the seat offered. Taking a goblet of wine he toasted with Salladhor and drank deep. ""I am indeed comfortable. Before a week ago I had been sleeping on or close to my dragon at all times. Before that I slept on a ship. Unlike your lordship, I am not well suited to a naval life. It was my father who seemed to rule the waves, though that was likely the Ironborn blood in him. He turned our house into the most dominant sea power in Slaver's Bay.""<br/><br/>Taking some food as it is brought around, Ixidor brings up his primary concern. ""Lord Salladhor, I am in a war with House Tyrell for their murder of my grandmother, Queen Daenerys Targaryen. On my twentieth name day she had a ship sent to Elyria bearing a single chest for me. It held within it everything my father ever wanted for us. She legitimized House Bloodfyre. We would be legally allowed to return to Westeros. I planned to present Rhaenys to Queen Daenerys when I arrived, but instead I was forced to withdraw from the Palace bloodbath and protect my sister. She is safe now and we are planning to crush the Tyrells as soon as possible. I would ask you but one thing. Come to war with me. Split the Mander and cut off Highgarden from any reinforcements that could come from the northern half of the Reach. A new Field of Fire awaits the Reach army should it stray too far south without bending the Knee.""<br/><br/>Ixidor was clearly emotional regarding the Tyrells. His mother died birthing Rhaenys while he was not at home. His father died on an expedition, while Ixidor was not with him. His Grandmother was murdered the day before he arrived in Westeros. ""If your fleet controls the Mander, my armies and dragons will control the land and skies. We just need to keep the Tyrell forces immobile long enough. I have allies who will come down from the north and hopefully from across the Red Mountains to crush the traitors. When we finish, I hope to have three battle ready dragons against the rose with one warming up behind the scenes.""<br/><br/>Ixidor let his spiel sink in. Salladhor had his children in the room, but this war was already impacting the lives of children across the seven kingdoms."
10288,Game of Thrones - Legacy: Chapter 2: Winter Storms (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322764&start=50,2014-12-20T16:31:00,Krugmar,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">House Merser</span></span><br/>Kings Landing - Merser Manor<br/>Adas Merser - 41 AQD<br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://24.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_m8e40hVSPz1ryemkpo1_500.jpg""/></div><hr/><br/><br/>It was a bright morning and Adas was in a bright mood. Things looked to be on the rise for House Merser; Adas was now on the Small Council, Ser Maric was already sending reports back to Kings Landing and Morsan Wode had arrived in Kings Landing the previous day. Adas made his way out of his bedroom, dressed quite simply, and walked down the hallway to the atrium balcony. Down below he could see his son, Ser Morn, chatting with Morsan Wode. Adas made his way down, eager to talk with them.<br/><br/>""Ah, Lord Merser, a privilege to meet you"" said Morsan Wode in perfect Westerosi, his accent barely showing. Morsan bowed his head slightly as a sign of respect.<br/><br/>""Greetings Master Wode, it is excellent to have you here"" replied Adas, keen to keep up good relations with the Tyroshi.<br/><br/>""I did not know that you were in dealings with a Tyroshi Cartel father"" said Ser Morn, his voice showing neither approval nor disapproval.<br/><br/>""Yes, they are great trading partners and are helping us build up a small fleet"" said Adas. He paused and looked around, finding no servant nor any other persons around. ""In return we are helping them to take out the other Tyroshi Cartels"" he continued.<br/><br/>""Lord Merser has helped us achieve much, we hope that this alliance continues to our mutual benefit"" said Morsan Wode, stroking his small blue beard as he spoke.<br/><br/>""If you will excuse me, I must find Derran"" announced Adas, leaving the two men to talk as he wandered off further into the Manor. Adas soon found a servant roaming the halls and called him over. ""You there, boy, I need you to go to the Red Keep and find the previous Master of Coins Ledger. Open it and I shall have your hands, understand me?"" he ordered, the boy nodded and ran off towards the Red Keep. Adas then continued his search for his youngest son, Derran.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Wode-Avin-Masin Cartel</span></span><br/>Tyrosh - Cartel Alcazar (Mansion)<br/>Illiodore Avin - 41 AQD<br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.gilder.biz/architecture/Middle-eastern-palace-2.jpg""/></div><hr/><br/><br/>Illiodore sat on one of his loungers, feasting upon some heavily spiced chicken. He was reading the latest letter from Morsan Wode, apparently Lord Merser was requesting that seven new galleys were to be completed before the months end and sent to Kings Landing. Illiodore finished the chicken strip and began to think heavily on the matter. It would cost quite a few pretty coins, but it would expand the fleet by a large amount. Yet if they sent them to Lord Merser they would have little guarantee of regaining them once the business was over. Though, Morsan was no fool, he would not allow Lord Merser to steal the galleys from them.<br/><br/>With some reluctance he wrote back to Morsan, approving of the new galleys. Lord Merser would have to honour their agreement however and pay them back over time, through trade or coin. Illiodore then called for one of his favourite pleasure slaves and squealed with delight when she entered. He was glad that he had the Alcazar to himself.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">House Merser</span></span><br/>Kings Landing - Merser Manor<br/>Adas Merser - 41 AQD<br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://24.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_m8e40hVSPz1ryemkpo1_500.jpg""/></div><hr/><br/><br/>Adas eventually found Derran within his room and interrupted his 'session' with Delilah. It took several minutes for Derran to stop shouting before a clear conversation could be had. Adas however, picked his words badly. ""There are more important matters than your distractions with this girl. Now-"" he said, before being interrupted<br/><br/>""She is important to me father!"" he shouted, his emotions getting the better of him.<br/><br/>""But not to me, and you will remember who is Lord of this House. Now, I will let you return to your business once I have finished. I am sending you to Tyrosh to forward my plans in that city, you will aid the 'Blues' and be as ruthless and logical as you can be"" said Adas.<br/><br/>""But, why me and not Morn?"" asked Derran.<br/><br/>""Two simple reasons, Morn is my heir, but more importantly, you have the skills required for a task such as this"" replied Adas.<br/><br/>""Very well father, I shall do this"" said Derran.<br/><br/>""Excellent, you may take... Delilah with you, no doubt she will help you"" said Adas before leaving the room. He had assigned<span style=""font-style: italic"">The Cheerful</span>to take his son to Tyrosh, wanting the best protection for him. He then began making his way to the Red Keep, accompanied by a few of his guards. He arrived within about ten minutes and made his way towards the office of the Master of Coin. Perhaps the Ledgers would be in there, or someone who knew where they were.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">House Merser</span></span><br/>Tyrosh - Cartel Alcazar (Mansion)<br/>Derran Merser - 43 AQD<br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.gilder.biz/architecture/Middle-eastern-palace-2.jpg""/></div><hr/><br/><br/>Derran had arrived in the city of Tyrosh a few hours earlier with his lover, Delilah. It was a very different place to King's Landing. Much more vibrant and colourful, in both the city and its people. It had taken him an hour to reach the 'Blues' Alcazar, which was a huge palace, much bigger than his fathers mansion. He had been led inside by several slaves who had seen to his every need, though he had to refuse offers to satiate certain needs. They had dressed him in the finest Tyroshi silks though they had been denied the opportunity to dye his hair some outrageous colour.<br/><br/>His host, Illiodore Avin, strolled into the meeting hall. It was a huge empty space, probably used for banquets and balls, though its walls were lavishly decorated. ""Welcome, welcome! I am pleased to greet you Lord Derran"" said Illiodore, dramatic in speech and movement.<br/><br/>""Thank you Master Illiodore, I would say this brilliant abode is anything but humble however"" replied Derran.<br/><br/>""Lord Merser sent somebody with the gall to tell the truth, excellent, that is what we need"" said Illiodore, motioning for them to join him in the lounge area. Eventually they were comfortably seated and Illiodore continued, ""Soon I shall take you to meet the Archon, he is holding one of his 'annual' feasts. They are supposed to be every year but he likes to hold them every month"".<br/><br/>""Are there any Tyroshi customs I should know about?"" asked Derran.<br/><br/>""There are many customs, but none that you should worry yourself with. Westerosi are forgiven for their ignorance of how us 'civilised' folk live, to him it will be amusing which may help us"" replied Illiodore. Derran nodded and then Illiodore continued, ""Our rivals shall be there; the 'Greens', the 'Avatyroshi', the 'Bloodied Hand' and the 'Sons of Gold''"".<br/><br/>""These are Cartels, much like you?"" asked Derran, still quite ignorant of how things worked in Tyrosh.<br/><br/>""Yes, the 'Bloodied Hand' is quite a bit smaller however and are mainly just thugs. The 'Sons of Gold' operate within the Bank of Tyrosh. The 'Greens' are our biggest trade rival and the ones we should be on the lookout for. The 'Avatyroshi' are way out of our league, they are the biggest Cartel and their leader actually has some weight with the Archon. I suggest that we stay out of their way for now"" replied Illiodore. He laughed slightly and continued ""But you needn't worry yourself for now, go and rest with the lovely creature you have brought with you. I have assigned some slaves to you, they shall see to your every need"". With that he left the room, leaving Delilah and Derran to try and find their room."
10289,Game of Thrones - Legacy: Chapter 2: Winter Storms (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322764&start=50,2014-12-20T20:14:00,Alderann,"HIGHGARDEN, THE REACH<br/><br/>Margeary looked down at the young iron born warrior calling up to her. She decided to invite Qarl into the castle to discuss what he wanted but more importantly what he had to offer.<br/><br/>"" iron born come in and let us talk.""<br/><br/>the guards of HIGHGARDEN were alert as they escorted Qarl to the Lady Margeary. Not wanting to take any risks as the iron born had a fearsome reputation for being viscious warriors. A troop of 20 guards escorted Qarl to Margeary, who was waiting outside of the grand hall.<br/><br/>There the lady Margeary greeted Qarl and his companions. Raising her hand to signal everyone to stop.<br/>"" now now we do not need to have our guests under guard, they are our guests after all. Please let my servants show your companions where the great hall is as I'm sure they are hungry.""<br/><br/>Margeary then proceeded to lead Qarl away and down a series of hallways. One of which was known as legacy hall. Legacy hall had portraits of every member of the Tyrell family that had brought the family greatness.<br/><br/>"" you see the portraits here Qarl. This are my ancestors that brought the family greatness. One day my portrait will hang in this hallway, my name will live forever.""<br/><br/>Margeary lead Qarl to her bed chambers, shutting the door behind her so that they may talk in private. flipping her aubern hair over her shoulders, she light a few candles to illuminate the room.<br/><br/>Then walking over to Qarl.<br/><br/>"" I've heard of you Qarl. We can be a perfect match. You have heard of my little problem haven't you, this little rebellion. Do you think you could help me put an end to it? If you did I would be in your debt forever. And the rewards would be worth it I swear.""<br/><br/>the green silk gown that she wore slide down over her shoulders falling to the floor exposing her bare body to Qarl. Her curves, her full breasts, ever inches of her perfect features was there for Qarl to see.<br/><br/>She then pushed him into a chair that was in the middle of the room. Then she sat on top of him wrapping her arms around his neck. She got close to his ear and whispered.<br/>"" the rewards will be great I swear.""<br/><br/>The rest of the night was for Qarls pleasure."
10290,Game of Thrones - Legacy: Chapter 2: Winter Storms (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322764&start=50,2014-12-20T20:40:00,Novae Vitae,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Qarl the Queer<br/>Highgarden, the Reach<br/>Forty-Six-Days-After-Death</span><br/><br/>""If you are trying to seduce me, my lady,"" Qarl said, slowing pushing himself away, ""I'm afraid it won't work. You'll have understand from me right now one thing: I'm not quite like other boys. If history serves, you had an uncle that wasn't quite like other boys too.""<br/><br/>Qarl stood up straight. ""You are quite beautiful, though. Just . . . missing a few parts."" He laughed at his own joke. In truth, he found nothing about Margaery's body to be attractive. If rumor served, it was her mind he would desire much more. That she had proven by identifying him so quickly.<br/><br/>""I've come with a proposal, my lady,"" Qarl said. ""The Iron Islands has thusfar been out of this mess of a war. The Reach has been very involved. You were winning for a minute, but then those bloody dragons took power and, well, power slipped through your brother's fingers.""<br/><br/>Qarl shrugged. ""Some men are not meant to rule. They try to hard, and a single assumption kills them. Baelor made a similar assumption, and now you are the rider of Rhaegal, one of the only three dragons there are. Which brings me to proposal.""<br/><br/>Qarl paused for a moment, listening very closely to see if there was anyone outside the door. When he heard nothing, he said, ""I will marry you, my lady, and bring the might of the Iron Islands to aid the Reach. We will crush this pretender Ixidor Bloodfyre, and affirm your rule over the Reach. We may even be able to conquer the Iron Throne. But first, my lady, I will need my dowry.""<br/><br/>Qarl paused again. And then, in a voice barely above a whisper, he said: ""I need a dragon too."""
10291,Game of Thrones - Legacy: Chapter 2: Winter Storms (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322764&start=50,2014-12-21T12:58:00,Arlye Austros,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Winterfell, Forty Days after the Queen´s Death.<br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/HdoLQHK.png""/><br/>Princess Alayne of the Mountain and the Vale.</span></div><br/><br/>She bent down to tickle the direwolf on the dewlap, then raised back, smiling. “So you would bet Starks will do any sacrifice for their family and the North? Their Kin?” Alayne looked around to the courtyard, she believed the Vale would be not so different in winter, but maybe the winds on the Eyrie would be merciless. She sighed.<br/><br/>“Lord Rickon seems to believe the Starks and those related must be united. I hope such belief he expresses to my Brother the King. Soon the time for such bonds to walk into the board will come, and I hope the Winter is merciful with all of us...”<br/><br/>Alayne now looked above, it was so cold she could feel her bones trembling inside her flesh. “How much colder can it get?”<br/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Riverrun, Forty-one days after the Queen´s Death.<br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/HdoLQHK.png""/><br/>King Ronnel II of Mountain and Vale.</span></div><br/><br/>After securing the Widow´s Wash and the area between Stone Hedge and Raventree Hall, Ronnel´s army had started moving to Riverrun, the first elements arriving three days before, but Ronnel himself just arrived, already informed the siege was over after the walls and the halls were surrendered to the Starks. Ronnel rode between his own men, claiming to him, and the other men, watching a man with a crown made of iron feathers. A little shy at first, he waved at them.<br/><br/>His army had bled a bit, and skirmishes continued along the way to the fortress of the Riverlands. Ronnel himself had killed his firsts in battle, and now considered forging himself a proper sword, his own being chipped.<br/><br/>The forces led by Lord Redfort had been able to secure the southern hills of Riverrun, he noticed the Golden Lion of the Lannisters flying not too far to the west.<br/><br/>“Lord Redfort... Have the Lannisters threatened us?”<br/>“Not so far, Grace. There has been talking between Lord Rickon Stark and the Lannister Lord, Lancel, I think.” The lord, covered in steel and cloths with a red tower, answered, confident. Ronnel wished he felt that confident, the coronation in the Eyrie seemed to be years old.<br/><br/>“Make sure our camp remains separate from theirs, but don´t place stakes, at least not in between, but behind some tents, so it wont be so obvious.”<br/><br/>He rode with his own retinue of a dozen knights towards the gates of Riverrun. Lord Royce and Lord Redfort, with five knights each, also joined him before reaching the gates, and so did Lord Sunderland of the Sisters. He requested to enter Riverrun and join the other Lords who would, without doubt, be planning the rest of the war. He didn´t saw Lord Sunderland slipping away and riding back to the camp.<br/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Stone, below The Eyrie, Forty-two days after the Queen´s Death.<br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/HdoLQHK.png""/><br/> Prince Symond of Mountain and Vale.</span></div><br/><br/>The parchment was thrown into the fire of the braziers. It was dark, cold, and windy. The trees whispered aloud every few seconds, protesting at the wind. The parchment burned hot and light, an exception to the ever-freezing world.<br/><br/>“Strongsong is rebelling against Belmore, due to his age, injures and heir. Ronnel should have never authorized that. We ride!” He shouted to his retinue.<br/><br/>Symond was leaving the Eyrie for the Three Sisters, to put an end to the Sunderland issue, hopefully in peace. He could not risk internal war in the current situation of war. However now the rumours of Strongsong had been confirmed.<br/><br/>The force of a hundred knights reached the High Road and met a thousand levies gathered to be dispatched as reinforcements to Harrenhal. He took them, as Regent, and led them in the other way, east, and then north, to Coldwater Burn, and to war, he hoped not.<br/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Gate of the Red Keep, Fourty-Three Days after the Queen´s Death.<br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/rVEqLPj.png""/><br/>Adrian Hardyng-Stark.</span></div><br/><br/>He had seen Aegon´s judgement from afar, the blood spilled over the crowd and he wondered if his judgement was fair. All in all, it was necessary. As soon Aegon´s party entered the keep he saw his father following. As Master of Law, Vardis had to keep a close look on justice. He turned his horse towards Adrian. “My son.”<br/><br/>“Father, I have been looking at our forces in the barracks. Without doubt we need more archers and arrows.”<br/><br/>“Then you should take those concerns to the King, he is right there.” He pointed at Aegon, who now headed into the courtyard.<br/><br/>“King Aegon said I must speak to Lord Mercer, and I will, however I wanted to discuss our power to...”<br/><br/>His father interrupted. “You take it to the King, boy, forget about that Mercer.”<br/><br/>He raised an eyebrow, looking at a complete stranger. For the first time in his adulthood he saw in his father´s face trails of anger.<br/><br/>“What is wrong, Father?”<br/><br/>“Nothing, son, nothing at all, forget that. Speak to that Mercer, but inform to me. And I will see if the Crown has such power, as you are concerned about. Is that for me?”<br/><br/>“It is.” Adrian raised to his father´s hand some scrolls. “Orders for the fletchers and craftsmen of the city to lend out to the Crown every sword, bow and arrow they can make, for the defense of the city. I would have you looking for its legality.”<br/><br/>His father looked at some of the pages. “I will look at them, you go and keep making plans. Your duty.“ He rode out, on to the courtyard.<br/><br/>An hour later Adrian checked the coast of the Blackwater Bay, just outside the Iron Gate. He rode out through the shores that linked the Rush with the Bay of the Blackwater. Rocks covered that area, and fishermen searched for small fish as the sun was climbing up. If a battle was to take place there, the arrows would dominate the field, but the rocks provided small space to fight, irregulars and rugged, while the sand would, without doubt, sink any heavily armoured soldier. He thought this could be used to their advantage, and maybe causing mud to occupy the shores would help.<br/><br/>When he rode down the shore, towards the Rush, the area became dominated by wooden houses and the smell of fish, shit and sickness. They would have to either take them all down or use them to block the passing of ladders and siege towers if that fleet was bold enough to cross them through the rush. He came to the Mud Gate, after crossing the waves and rocks below the Red Keep, where no real attack could take place. Just as the Battle of the Blackwater, the Mud Gate would be the obvious stop, however, in Adrian´s opinion, offered little space to really deploy an assault force after landing. It would be a risk Adrian would exchange in favour of an assault on the Iron Gate. The Mud Gate was strong, replaced little after the Civil War, and the area was even protected by a moat. Still, he considered the best thing was to reinforce it.<br/><br/>When he returned to the Keep he found his father in a hallway.<br/><br/>“Well, your request to have all craftsmen taking part in the war effort and drafting the men for battle seems legal, there are precedents, but it would most likely damage the King´s image, he would have to personally approve it.”<br/><br/>Adrian thought for a moment. “Or not? What if we simply approve it, if the people blame it on Aegon, we take the blame?”<br/><br/>His father, however, was not happy with it. “I will not risk such thing. Make a letter for the King, I will take it to him, tonight, so he can consider it.”<br/><br/>Adrian, after this bitter talk, simply walked into his quarters and wrote.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-style: italic""><div style=""margin-left:75px; margin-right:75px; margin-bottom:5px; margin-top:5px"">To King Aegon Targaryen, Sixth of his Name, King of the Andals, the Roynar and the First Men, Lord of the Seven Kingdoms, Protector of the Realm.<br/><br/>Most Dignified King:<br/><br/>As your Master of Arms of the Red Keep, seat of your Power, I have been appointed as the man charged with the protection of such settlement and the City of King´s Landing in the current war, and specially in the threat presented by the fleet of the Reach, a situation discussed in the last meeting of the Council. Given such duty, I have inspected our resources and defenses, and believe there is a number of measures we must take to ensure the survival of this city and the well being of your Crown.<br/><br/>First, The Iron Gate must be reinforced right now. This will ensure the protection from an attack of any force that either lands north of the City or marches on us on betrayal, something I dared not mention or think about, but am forced to consider.<br/><br/>Second, The River Gate, also known as “Mud Gate”, should have an additional garrison of archers, I suggest a hundred if these are able.<br/><br/>Third, The shores of the Blackwater Rush just outside the said gate should be cleared from the current edifications and housing. An alternative is to fill these housing with flamable material, allowing us to burn a hostile force that marches between them. However this will also provide further cover from the smoke this produces. I also suggest the soil in that area is pierced and worked so that it is covered in mud, making it difficult for heavy infantry to move and maneuver properly. <br/><br/>Fourth, Ballista and Cathapults could be placed on the walls of the Red Keep that look out to the Bay and the River.<br/><br/>Fifth, The craftmen of King´s Landing, specially the blacksmiths and fletchers, should all provide their efforts to the coming defense, making weapons to arm the militia drafted and specially spears and arrows. The arrows I suggest are so-called bodkin arrows. I also consider of urgency the crafting of at least a hundred crossbows and twenty bolts per crossbow. Making slings is also within advice.<br/>Sixth, The drafting of three hundred citizens of King´s Landing at least, within those aged from sixteen and fourty, able to hold a pike or a sword and a shield, or shoot a bow. These should be drafter as soon as possible to ensure they are trained as best we can.<br/><br/>Seventh, The evacuation of as many citizens we can from the city, specially women, children and old men, from the city, to ensure they are not harmed in the conflict, or used as leverage against Your Grace.<br/><br/>The legality of these means must, at least, be observed by your Grace, and I am sure my Father will provide any assistance he can.<br/><br/>Always serving.<br/><br/>Adrian Hardyng-Stark.<br/><br/>Master of Arms of the Small Council.</div></span></blockquote><br/><br/>He personally gave the letter to his father, and as soon he returned he took another scroll.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-style: italic""><div style=""margin-left:75px; margin-right:75px; margin-bottom:5px; margin-top:5px"">Dear Lord Merser, Master of Coin of the Small Council.<br/><br/>As you know, I am tasked with the defense of this city and the seat of Power of the Crown. As such, I would require of you a summary of the resources available to such task, including gold, the taxation income expected for the next two weeks, and the ammount of people, if possible, living within the walls of King´s Landing.</div></span></blockquote><br/><br/>He thought for a second, chewing the top of the quill, then continued.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-style: italic""><div style=""margin-left:75px; margin-right:75px; margin-bottom:5px; margin-top:5px"">...Such request, I hope, can be done in the uttermost secrecy you can provide. If we can ensure a meeting within the next days, one we can both make sure will not be known to anyone, I would be most grateful.<br/><br/>Always at your service, Adrian Hardyng-Stark.<br/>Master at Arms of the Small Council.</div></span></blockquote><br/><br/>He took the scroll and gave it to one of his guards.<br/><br/>“Take this to Lord Mercer, make sure you handle it personally.” The man agreed and left, being able to reach the Merser Household, requesting to personally give the scroll to Adas.<br/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Marshold, Fourty-three days after the Queen´s Death, Ten Days after the Battle.<br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/rVEqLPj.png""/><br/>Ser Lucas Hardyng-Stark</span></div><br/><br/>Lucas agreed to the plan, but pointed out something.<br/><br/>“We sacked Grassy Vale on our way here. The keep might fall earlier than expected. Lord Loran. These men stand ready, but distance, though our ally before, could be our enemy now. If we march too deep into Reach territory, the cavalry of a minor Lord searching for glory could easily surprise us. I suggest we are careful in keeping our force tight and close. Something to account too, Ulgor and his Clansmen are growing tired of this. I am not sure I can keep them under control for too long. Our numbers might dwindle.“<br/><br/>It was true. The battle allowed them to stay happy, and so did the return to Tumbleton, but after all this time they grow bored and tired. Ulgor was not there, but drinking in Tumbleton.<br/><br/>“Unless we risk them too soon in battle, they might turn back, or become a problem in our camp. I suggest either to send them to take a castle, or to move them to the vanguard and engage first.”"
10292,Game of Thrones - Legacy: Chapter 2: Winter Storms (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322764&start=50,2014-12-21T14:28:00,Krugmar,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">House Merser</span></span><br/>Kings Landing - Merser Manor<br/>Adas Merser - 43 AQD<br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://24.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_m8e40hVSPz1ryemkpo1_500.jpg""/></div><hr/><br/><br/>Adas was sat in his study, studying the ledgers that he had gained from the Red Keep. They were quite extensive, though slightly outdated. Adas would need to survey the population and redraw up estimates for taxation to gain a more accurate picture of the situation, but these figures would do for now. He was interrupted by a knock to the door, he called the knocker in and was handed a letter. He read it thoroughly, then began writing his own letter in reply.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Dear Lord Hardyng-Stark, Master at Arms of the Small Council.</span><br/><br/>I shall create this summary for you, though I must warn you it may be one or two months out of date. As you know there is not enough time to mount a survey of Kings Landing. I own a warehouse near the docks, it is fairly secluded and would be a perfect place for such a meeting. I shall make sure neither of us are followed. Meet me there in two days time at first light, I shall have this information by then.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Always at your service, Adas Merser<br/>Lord of Rosby and Master of Coin of the Small Council.</span></blockquote><br/><br/>Adas handed this letter back to the guard, then threw the letter he had received from Adrian into the fire. The guard left the Manor, intent on returning to Adrian. Adas then plunged straight into his work, going through the main Ledger and other documents that he had received from the Red Keep. He set about creating a temporary ledger, once that could be given to Adrian.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">The Financial and Economic Situation of Kings Landing.</span></span><br/><hr/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;"">T</span></span>he population of Kings Landing seems to have increased quite dramatically. Estimates from King Roberts reign put it at around 500,000 known civilians. Currently there seems to be around 600,000 known civilians, though I estimate that there are at least 50,000 unknown civilians also living within the city. Refugees are still pouring in from the Riverlands and other places affected by war, so this number may increase by up to 2500 within the next two weeks. This growth is causing inflation in pricing of everyday goods, therefore measures should be taken to prevent it.<br/><hr/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;"">T</span></span>he current gold directly in the treasury should sit at around 30,000 Gold Dragons. I have taken into account the spending on the Crown over the past month and the lack of taxes being paid contributing to a loss in the total of the treasury. This should be sufficient gold for building some new defences and paying troop wages, but if you wish to hire a substantial amount of mercenaries then we must look to withdraw the savings deposited in the Iron Bank. I shall look into how much has been invested.<br/><hr/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;"">T</span></span>axation income at the moment appears to be dreadful. The state of war means that, outside of the Crownlands, few taxes are currently being paid to the Crown. The Crown is currently relying upon Kings Landing, which makes up a substantial amount of the total. Expect around 3000 Gold Dragons over the next two weeks at a maximum.<br/><hr/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;"">O</span></span>verall the treasury is in a good way, very well recovered from the debt in King Roberts reign. I suspect that the investments in Braavos will come in handy, and our current situation will easily allow for borrowing at low rates if required.<br/><hr/><span style=""font-style: italic"">signed, Adas Merser, Lord of Rosby and Master of Coin of the Small Council</span></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">44 AQD</span><br/><br/>Adas had the page bound, along with several pages of statistics, within a leather book. It was late and he was tired from constantly working over the two days to produce the book. The arrangements for the warehouse had been made. He placed the book within his safe and retired for the night.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">House Merser</span></span><br/>Riverlands - Tavern<br/>Ser Ryom - 43 AQD<br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.icap.me/1091419193053b58d.png""/></div><hr/><br/><br/>""Another! Bring me another ale!"" shouted Ser Gryf to a nearby bar wench.<br/><br/>""and me, I will need one for the road"" said Ser Ryom, reading a new letter from his brother.<br/><br/>""What is it Ryom?"" asked Ser Edric, stuffing his face with some meat pie.<br/><br/>""Our dear Lord Adas has ordered us to Kings Landing. Apparently we are needed"" said Ser Ryom, practically spitting every word out.<br/><br/>""Son of a bitch, we just got here!"" shouted Ser Edric, spraying parts of meat pie and spittle everywhere. The knights spent another twenty minutes drinking and eating before departing the tavern. They grumbled as they clumsily tried to mount their horses, most of them drunk or at least a bit tipsy. If they rode as slowly as they had going to the Riverlands then it would take them several days. But now they were committed to returning to the comforts of Kings Landing. They rode hard and fast, attempting to reach the capital within a day and a half. The knights spent the time joking about Adas, and what they were going to do to him for sending them on this pointless mission.<br/><br/><br/><hr/>"
10293,Game of Thrones - Legacy: Chapter 2: Winter Storms (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322764&start=50,2014-12-21T23:56:00,Lorellion,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Daemon Velaryon<br/>King's Landing<br/>43 days AQD</span></div><br/><br/>Daemon Velaryon sighed deeply as he swung his feet over the side of the bed. In his peripheral vision, he could see the golden-haired whore sitting up in the bed beside him. He stood up swiftly and made his way over to the pile of clothes that rested a few feet from the bed.<br/><br/>""Where are yeh goin'?"" the whore asked as he began to slip back into his sea green and white robes.<br/><br/>""Back to the Red Keep."" He answered softly.<br/><br/>""Ah, a high lord then. Are yeh a Targaryen? What with that silver hair o' yers. We've 'ad several of 'em stop by since that king Eggon took over. He don' trouble himself much with us.""<br/><br/>""Aegon,"" Daemon corrected, ""And I am no Targaryen. Nonetheless, the blood of Old Valyria runs as much in my veins as it does in the Targaryens.""<br/><br/>""Well then yeh must be from House Bloodfyre. Been hearing a lot about them. Heard they have dragons.""<br/><br/>Anger rose into Daemon's face as he took a step forward. He gestured to the seahorse embroidered into the breast of his tunic. ""I am Daemon of the House Velaryon. We are as ancient as the Valyrian Freehold and as proud as the dragonlords of old.""<br/><br/>The whore smirked. ""I don't see no dragons. I only see a blasted seahorse."" She paused. ""I never remember any nobles unless their banner flies from 'dem towers or they have dragons. Same goes for the rest of us in Flea Bottom. We could care less 'bout any of yeh nobles.""<br/><br/>This had been Daemon's entire life. It made his face red to think that this was what had become of his house. In the times of Corlys Velaryon, their house had been as rich and as powerful as the Tyrells and even the Lannisters. Now, they were only glorified servants to the Targaryens. Daemon took a deep breath.<span style=""font-style: italic"">I refuse to make that my legacy.</span><br/><br/>Daemon took another step forward. He had worked too hard and too long to bring glory to his house for some whore to think he was a Targaryen. He would make her care. ""I swear by the Old Gods and the New that before I die, you will remember House Velaryon. We may not have dragons, but we don't need them. We are 'The Old, The True, The Brave,' and no matter what happens, we will be remembered "" He quoted the words of his house with as much pride as he could muster before flicking a golden coin at her, turning on his heel, and leaving the room with a flourish of his sea-green cloak.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Laenor Velaryon<br/>Oldtown<br/>41 days AQD</span></div><br/><br/>Laenor Velaryon knelt on the ground of the Starry Sept between the altars of the gods. Most of his days in Oldtown were spent in war councils with Ixidor, his uncle Aethon, and the other commanders, but today Ixidor was in the Arbor. He had been able to escape Hightower for a little bit of peace and respite in the midst of all the chaos.<br/><br/>Laenor had always been pious and holy. When the fighting broke out in the Riverlands, he had begged his brother Daemon to let him take supplies and soldiers to help the refugees. Daemon had responded by saying that it was not their fight, but Laenor knew the truth.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Whenever the common people are put in the middle, it is always my fight.</span><br/><br/>As Daemon accompanied Aegon in his military exploits, Laenor had stayed on Driftmark listening to the horror stories of war that were occurring on the main land. Just when it seemed the fighting near the capital was coming to a close and the fighting in the Riverlands was dying down, Ixidor Bloodfyre began his campaign against the Reach. And with him went Laenor.<br/><br/>When Ixidor began his fight against the Tyrells, Daemon had ordered Laenor to accompany their uncle Aethon to command the Velaryon fleet in Ixidor's army. Daemon claimed that Laenor was still only a boy and was naive and weak in all matters related to warfare. He hoped that seeing the fighting in the Reach would show him what it meant to be a man. It was true that Laenor didn't know much about war, but Laenor didn't mind. War was merely a machination used to gain power at the expense of the common people in Laenor's opinion. Laenor had no plans to participate in the war, but he hoped to help the refugees of the Reach in any way possible.<br/><br/>As time passed, Laenor began to chant.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">The Father's face is stern and strong,<br/>he sits and judges right from wrong.<br/>He weighs our lives, the short and long,<br/>and loves the little children<br/><br/>The Mother gives the gift of life,<br/>and watches over every wife.<br/>Her gentle smile ends all strife,<br/>and she loves her little children<br/><br/>The Warrior stands before the foe,<br/>protecting us where e'er we go.<br/>With sword and shield and spear and bow,<br/>he guards the little children.<br/><br/>The Crone is very wise and old,<br/>and sees our fates as they unfold.<br/>She lifts her lamp of shining gold<br/>to lead the little children.<br/><br/>The Smith, he labors day and night,<br/>to put the world of men to right.<br/>With hammer, plow, and fire bright,<br/>he builds for little children.<br/><br/>The Maiden dances through the sky,<br/>she lives in every lover's sigh.<br/>Her smiles teach the birds to fly,<br/>and gives dreams to little children.<br/><br/>The Seven Gods who made us all,<br/>are listening if we should call.<br/>So close your eyes, you shall not fall,<br/>they see you, little children.<br/>Just close your eyes, you shall not fall,<br/>they see you, little children.</span><br/><br/>As he chanted the prayer from the Song of the Seven, Laenor prayed. He prayed for King Aegon, for Lord Bloodfyre, for his brother, for his uncle, for his exiled sister, for the soldiers fighting the war, and even for Margaery, who he hoped would find wisdom. But most significantly, he prayed for the common folk, who had nobody to pray for them save for each other."
10294,Game of Thrones - Legacy: Chapter 2: Winter Storms (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322764&start=50,2014-12-22T09:06:00,Nuxipal,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Rhaenys Bloodfyre<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">41 AQD, The Citadel, Oldtown</span></span><br/><br/>With her brother gone, Rhaenys was effectively the Lady of Oldtown. She decided that she would visit the Citadel and try to reach an understanding with the Maesters. As she arrived one of the Archmaesters was there, ""Ah, Lady Rhaenys. We were expecting your brother,"" the older man said, ""He has been studying the Higher Mysteries with some of us and has had more success than any other in centuries. Please come on in."" He motioned towards the gate of the Citadel inviting Rhaenys and her party of Knights into the walls. Rhaenys had a party of knight formed from the Valyrian Style Knights of her Brother's army and the Warriors Sons of Oldtown. Each were interested in keeping her safe, and each had different plans for her in the future. The Warrior's Sons were ordered to guard her by the commander of their order. He said that only Rhaenys would bring Peace to Westeros, while her brother would burn it to the ground. The Valyrian Knights were ordered by Ixidor to keep her safe and let her travel the city as she wished. They were loyal to House Bloodfyre, for without them there would be no Knightly contests in Elyria as it was Rhaegar who brought the idea of Knighthood to life in Elyria.<br/><br/><br/>Once inside, Rhaenys asked, ""What excatly are these Higher Mysteries that he has been studying?"" The Maester looked at her with a puzzled look on his face, ""Lady Rhaenys, Magic. The higher mysteries are magic. Your brother is very skilled in one very particular area of magic, which I hypothesize is from his connection to the dragon Viserion. He has shown that his understanding of old valyrian magic to be superb. Not flawless, but he was able to actually light a room of candles without moving from a central location. If he ever gets good enough, it would give him the most control over his dragon's flames since the Valyrians invaded the Rhoyne.""<br/><br/>She thought back, ""He was reading a strange book when I last saw him. It was black as night and its letters glowed. Did he get that from you?"" The Maester was very confused, ""We don't have such books here. While practicing the higher mysteries grants one a maester chain, we don't keep actual spell books here. It sounds like he brought something back with him from Essos.""<br/><br/>Rhaenys was not very happy about it. She knew that he employed the Stormsingers to do magic for him, but if he was practicing magic on his own, then she would have to talk to him about it. Half of the stormsingers that she had known erupted into flames when they messed up a spell. ""Thank you Archmaester, I will be on my way now."" Leaving almost as quickly as she came, Rhaenys headed for the Starry Sept to pray for her brother.<br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">The Starry Sept</span><br/><br/>She entered the sept and looked around. It was very full today, dozens of nobles were in the upper ring that she entered and the commoners were filling the lower ring as they usually did. Her Warrior's Sons escorts followed her in while the Valyrian Knights respected the sanctity of the structure and remained outside. In the crowd she noticed someone.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Lord Velaryon is here right now.</span>She knelt near to where Lord Velaryon was and proceeded to pray for her brother's safety and protection against demons that could attack him while he toyed with the magic of their ancestors. As she finished she noticed Laenor was still present, she decided to go and speak with him.<br/><br/>""Lord Velaryon, I have heard about you from my brother. He was surprised that you came along to Oldtown at all. I for one am glad you came, someone has to be looking out for those who cannot save themselves."""
10295,Game of Thrones - Legacy: Chapter 2: Winter Storms (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322764&start=50,2014-12-22T11:54:00,Alderann,"HIGHGARDEN, THE REACH<br/><br/>Margeary listened to what Qarl had to say, marry him and his warriors would be hers. Of course the offer was a good one, with his warriors she would be able to crush this rebellion and retake old town.<br/><br/>Standing up and facing Qarl, still nude with nothing but the candle light on her body she gave the iron born his answer.<br/>"" very well I will marry you. And for my wedding present I want the heads of every Lord that rebelled against House Tyrell.""<br/><br/>With a fling of her head she turned around and started to walk to her dresser stopping for a moment to look over her shoulder.<br/><br/>"" Qarl, do not expect me to be faithful in the marriage.""<br/><br/>The way she said it was almost mocking.<br/><br/>HIGHGARDEN, THE REACH<br/><br/>Gauis just sat there and listened to what the Lord Crakehall had to say. Of course he did not like being called a boy, but he understood it coming from Desmor Crakehall. He was a weathered man who had seen many years, surely be did not mean any disrespect by what he said but just the same Gauis could not afford to look weak in this manner.<br/><br/>"" Lord Crakehall do not call me boy again. I am a Tyrell and you will treat me with that respect. You need my influence more then I need your neice.""<br/><br/>Gauis did not raise his voice in the slightest. Although most lords would have taken great insult to how Lord Crakehall had spoken. Instead Gauis remained calm and level headed throughout the conversation.<br/><br/>"" but Lord Crakehall if we can come to an agreement then both my influence and wealth will be shared with you.""<br/><br/>LORD TARLEY, COAST OF TARTH<br/><br/>The Tyrell fleet under command of Lord Tarly contiouned on their path towards kings landing. Sailing past the island Tarth. About another weeks worth of sailing would have them in the blackwater Bay."
10296,Game of Thrones - Legacy: Chapter 2: Winter Storms (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322764&start=50,2014-12-22T11:59:00,Novae Vitae,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Margaery Tyrell""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Alderann <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322764&amp;p=22880809#p22880809"">wrote</a>:</cite>HIGHGARDEN, THE REACH <br/><br/> Margeary listened to what Qarl had to say, marry him and his warriors would be hers. Of course the offer was a good one, with his warriors she would be able to crush this rebellion and retake old town.<br/><br/> Standing up and facing Qarl, still nude with nothing but the candle light on her body she gave the iron born his answer.<br/>"" very well I will marry you. And for my wedding present I want the heads of every Lord that rebelled against House Tyrell.""<br/><br/>With a fling of her head she turned around and started to walk to her dresser stopping for a moment to look over her shoulder.<br/><br/>"" Qarl, do not expect me to be faithful in the marriage.""<br/><br/>The way she said it was almost mocking.<br/><br/>HIGHGARDEN, THE REACH <br/><br/> Gauis just sat there and listened to what the Lord Crakehall had to say. Of course he did not like being called a boy, but he understood it coming from Desmor Crakehall. He was a weathered man who had seen many years, surely be did not mean any disrespect by what he said but just the same Gauis could not afford to look weak in this manner.<br/><br/>"" Lord Crakehall do not call me boy again. I am a Tyrell and you will treat me with that respect. You need my influence more then I need your neice.""<br/><br/>Gauis did not raise his voice in the slightest. Although most lords would have taken great insult to how Lord Crakehall had spoken. Instead Gauis remained calm and level headed throughout the conversation.<br/><br/> "" but Lord Crakehall if we can come to an agreement then both my influence and wealth will be shared with you.""<br/><br/>LORD TARLEY, COAST OF TARTH <br/><br/> The Tyrell fleet under command of Lord Tarly contiouned on their path towards kings landing. Sailing past the island Tarth. About another weeks worth of sailing would have them in the blackwater Bay.</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Qarl the Queer<br/>Highgarden, the Reach<br/>Forty-Six-Days-After-Death</span><br/><br/>""If you were faithful,"" Qarl said, ""there would be the obvious problem of succession. Of course, if you do find a good-looking boy, I'm sure you'll save just a little bit for me.""<br/><br/>Qarl laughed. It was stupid to be so open to Margaery immediately, he knew, but what other choice did he have? ""A good night to you, my lady. I'll look for you on the morrow to plan the details.""<br/><br/>Qarl departed, smirking stupidly, and found his way to his newly-appointed chambers."
10297,Game of Thrones - Legacy: Chapter 2: Winter Storms (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322764&start=50,2014-12-22T13:40:00,Of the Quendi,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;"">The Reach</span><br/>The Arbor, in the Redwyne Straits<br/>The Seven Kingdoms of Westeros</span></span><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://img2.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20130719091715/gotascent/images/b/b1/House_Redwyne2.png""/><br/><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ser Sarelleon Redwyne</span><br/><br/>Forty One Days after the Death of Queen Daenerys</span></span></div><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">S</span></span>arelleon shifted in his seat, surprised at the news that Lord Ixidor claimed that his house had been legitimized by the late queen. Legally speaking Sarelleon doubted if that was possible since Lord Ixidor was no bastard himself but the fact that the dragon lord claimed legitimacy inevitably complicated matters since House Crassius claimed the same. Rather than the war between Ixidor's house and the Tyrell's that Sarelleon's father desired a much larger war for the Iron Throne seemed inevitably if House Redwyne followed Ixidor.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">I</span></span>f he had such fears Lord Salladhor did however not show them. The war garbed Lord of the Arbor merely observed Lord Ixidor quietly as he spoke, not with gesture or remark displaying his own thoughts. Occasionally he would raise his goblet, which whenever emptied was almost instantly filled by a beautiful serving wench at the Lord's side, and drink his wine.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">T</span></span>he younger children, though they pretended not to listen, was more intrigued by the story and for a moment Sarelleon thought he heard Ashara gush quietly;<span style=""font-style: italic"">""A prince, a real prince!""</span>Even Alannys seemed a bit impressed, while Harren, Theon and Victarion seemed more intrigued by the fact that a dragon had landed in the courtyard of their home, then the fact that its rider claimed to be royalty. All of the younger children however seemed to be paying more attention to the guest than to their breakfast. Sarelleon himself of course listened intently to the words of the dragon lord as he imagined Quentyn and Alekyne did.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">O</span></span>nly Lord Salladhor seemed unfazed. When the Dragonlord had finished his speech Lord Salladhor merely sat silent observing his guest intently, as if trying to determine whether to bet on him or not. When finally the Lord spoke his words where not ones of any warmth, the initial uncharacteristic forthcomingness had worn of it seemed.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Take my advice boy.""</span>The lord spoke, more than a little patronizing.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Do not place stock in documents and charters even if they bear the seal of a mighty queen. Men do not follow men over scraps of paper, men follow men who are strong enough to command it of them.""</span>Lord Salladhor declared.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">A</span></span>slight blush appeared on Sarelleon's cheeks at the haughty words of his father, but Lord Salladhor was not done.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""You want to be King?""</span>The Lord inquired pointing a sharp finger in the direction of the guest.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""You'd be a fool to covet that piece of scrap metal your mother had the misfortune of being stuck on for fifty years but even wise men can become fools when one dangle Seven Kingdoms in front of them. Well if you wish to be king do not think that any documents signed by your grandmother will make you it. If you become king it will not be because of the nobility of your blood but because your men's swords, my ships, and that nasty looking lizard you have parked in my courtyard says it is so. Bear that in mind. Prince Ixidor Targaryen.""</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">A</span></span>t that moment a door into the great hall of the Redwyne palace was opened and Lady Serenei Redwyne with Elenei in tow entered the room. Garbed in silk with her long silver-gold hair falling like a veil behind her Lady Serenei as always made quite an impression and for a moment Sarelleon felt short of breath. Not for the first time he was struck with awe that such beauty as that of his aunt was possible. Truth be told it was rather eerie, even when one ignored the fact that Serenei looked more like Elenei's older and fairer sister than she did an aunt.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">C</span></span>onfidently the regent of the Arbor walked towards her brother and his guest in the high seat while Elenei, timid and trepid walked further down the table, taking a seat next to Alannys, after giving the guest only a brief curtsy in greeting. Serenei smiled warmly at the guest.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Lord Ixidor what a pleasure to have you under our roof, you are a most welcome guest in the hall of my ancestors.""</span>Serenei greeted the guest. With a grunt Lord Salladhor got up from his seat, making a gesture towards his twin.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""My sister, Lady Serenei Redwyne.""</span>He bluntly presented the pair before resuming his seat.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">S</span></span>erenei flashed the dragon lord a sympathetically sad smile.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""I have heard of the tragedy that has befallen you My Lord. How traumatic to return home to reunite with your illustrious grandmother only to find her treacherously slain and be forced to flee into exile. My brother and I know well what it means to live in exile and we sympathize deeply.""</span>Lady Serenei spoke, striking Sarelleon with surprise. Listening to his aunt it sounded as if she had just heard Ixidor Bloodfyre tell his tale though she had not been in the room when it was spoken. Yet now there she was offering her sympathies, while including those of her brother with her own. Almost as if she knew the harsh and haughty word her twin had offered the dragon lord. It was rather mysteriously and Sarelleon felt a chill down his spine as Lady Serenei, tried to ease the mood over harsh words she could not herself have heard.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">L</span></span>ord Salladhor grunted unenthusiastically eyeing his sister briefly before turning his attention to his guest once more.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Quite.""</span>He spoke, somewhat less harsh than before.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""My condolences for your grandmother and my sympathies with your exile. Rest assured that whatever else may come I shall help you avenge your grandmother's death. That much I will promise.""</span>Lord Salladhor spoke. Then, almost as if he found the idea of offering amenable words in front of his children unbearable he slammed a fist into the table.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Everyone out. I will not have children and servants present when I speak with Lord Bloodfyre.""</span>He shouted, instantly prompting his children into action. While Serenei made no moves to go anywhere Sarelleon rose with the rest of the Redwyne children, only to get a steely gaze from his father.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Going somewhere?""</span>The Lord coldly asked his eldest son.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">F</span></span>lustered Sarelleon sat down again. As Quentyn departed with Alekyne, Elenei and the rest of the Redwyne children he briefly gave Sarelleon a knowing smile and despite his father's harsh coldness Sarelleon felt his mood improve as he was bid to stay.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">W</span></span>hen children and servants had left, leaving only Lord Salladhor himself, his twin, Sarelleon and Lord Ixidor in the Great Hall Lord Salladhor turned to his guest again.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""At the present I will however promise you little else. Whatever your grandmother's documents say you are no King of mine. Not yet anyway. Mayhaps you may be it one day, but that is not this day. A dragon doesn't make me bend my knees. Your war with the Tyrell's I gladly join, but as your ally not your subject. I will take the Shield Islands for my own and I will sink the Tyrell navy. When you are ready to advance on Highgarden itself my ships will sail up the Mander as your troops march on the castle. I will however not risk my ships along the upper course of the Mander where ambushes and traps can await me, or where land based forces can threaten me. It would not work anyway, while the Tyrell's hold Highgarden it would be impossible to prevent a crossing without besieging the castle itself. But strategy we can discuss after I have taken his shields away from my treacherous liege and burned the fleet at Old Oaks to a cinder. For the nonce I say that we will fight the Tyrell's together, and that we will win. Only the Seven knows if the war will prove you a king I can serve. We will discuss a marriage between our houses only when this is clear, likewise I will not become your Master of Ships before I know if you are a worthy successor of your grandmother.""</span>Lord Salladhor boldly declared, causing Sarelleon to blush even more at the arrogance and pride prompting his father to take for granted that a marriage and the rank of Master of Ships was on offer."
10298,Game of Thrones - Legacy: Chapter 2: Winter Storms (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322764&start=75,2014-12-22T14:56:00,Lorellion,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Laenor Velaryon<br/>41 Days AQD<br/>Oldtown</span></div><br/><br/>Laenor opened his eyes and looked up to see Rhaenys Bloodfyre. He stood up and gave little bow. ""My lady, it is an honor to meet you. You are even more beautiful than the stories say."" He gave her a little smile before continuing. ""I must admit that my brother Daemon insisted that I accompany my uncle. War does not interest me in the slightest, but if I am here, I suppose that it would be prudent for me to do some good for those that need it most."" Laenor sighed slightly.<br/><br/>""I worry that this war will create more problems than it will solve. Of course it was right to bring Garlan to justice, but at what cost will our victory over Margaery come at? Is death of the common folk what the Seven truly want?"" He looked up at her again. ""I am sorry for rambling, my Lady. My thoughts are troubled during these turbulent times. I'm sure you have more important things to worry about than my worries and preoccupations.""<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Edmyn Tully<br/>Southern Riverlands<br/>41 Days AQD</span></div><br/><br/>Edmyn took a deep breath as he dismounted his horse. The Targaryen precession had been riding at a break back pace for the past two days in an effort to get Edmyn to the capital. Edmyn had been trained to ride a horse, but he was nowhere as skilled of a horseman as his brother Medgar.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Medgar. Damn you to all of the Seven Hells. You get the Riverlands and I get to be a glorified captive of the Targaryens.</span><br/><br/>A few Targaryen soldiers led his horse away and escorted him to a tent that had already been set up. Edmyn was technically not a prisoner, so he was not chained up, but guards stood watch outside of his tent every night. Edmyn winced as he sat down atop the rough blankets and closed his eyes. He wasn't one to do much praying, but he whispered a prayer hoping that the gods would respond and provide him help.<br/><br/>The flap of his tent opened and a servant entered to deliver a platter of food. As he took a bite of bread and a gulp of ale, Edmyn thought about his short few months of being lord. He had always waited for the day that he could be declared lord of the Riverlands. His mother had groomed him for that purpose and he had done everything right. He attended his classes, he went to meetings with his father, and tried to look out for his siblings. Where had he gone wrong?<br/><br/>When he was finished with his meal, he put the tray aside and curled up in his blankets. He clutched them tightly trying to hold back the shivers that flew through his body. He shut his eyes, but couldn't control his thoughts. When the thought of sleep seemed futile, he stared up into the dark expanse that hung above his head. Eventually, sleep overtook him.<br/><br/>Hours later, a cacophony of swords and screams reached Edmyn's ears and he shot up in his blankets. He frowned and reached for his sword, but realized it had been confiscated. He stood up and peered outside of his tent. He couldn't make out who was fighting, but it was obvious that the Targaryens had been surprised.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Who is attacking us?</span>Was it the Tyrells? Had they come to take Mekar captive? But why would they be in the Riverlands now? His thoughts were interrupted when two armored guards stepped into his tent. Edmyn stepped back in fear, but the flap opened again and a familiar face stepped into the tent. The gods had answered his prayers. ""Mother,"" he whispered silently.<br/><br/>Deyna Mallister's lip curled as she stared into her son's eyes. ""Edmyn. I had feared the worst, but you are alive!"" She stepped forward and thrust her arms around her son.<br/><br/>Edmyn returned the hug meekly. ""Mother I thought you went with the Tyrells. You and grandfather meant to take back Seagard. Why are you here?""<br/><br/>Deyna pulled back slightly. ""Garlan is dead. Margaery has taken control. She is not to be trusted any longer.""<br/><br/>""So where do we go? The Starks hold Riverrun. If we can't trust the Tyrells or the Targaryens, who do we trust?""<br/><br/>Deyna smiled cruelly. ""Nobody. We can trust nobody here in Westeros. We will find no allies on this side of the Narrow Sea. I have hired a ship to carry us to Essos. ""<br/><br/>Edmyn looked down. ""So we let Medgar win. He gets the Riverlands and I get nothing.""<br/><br/>Deyna shook her head. ""Oh no my dear. Nothing of the sort. We will build you an army to retake the Riverlands. The Riverlands and all of the other Seven Kingdoms. You will be king.""<br/><br/>Edmyn's eyes widened.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Me? The king...</span>""That will never work, Mother. By that time, either Aegon or Margaery will have won this war. All of Westeros will rise to resist us.""<br/><br/>Deyna's lip curled and a dangerous twinkle danced across her eyes. ""Trust me, my dear boy, they will have far too many other problems to worry about us."" Edmyn didn't know what she was thinking, but he knew one thing for sure: winter storms were coming and nobody would be safe.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Petyr Tully<br/>King’s Landing<br/>44 days AQD</span></div><br/><br/>Petyr Tully shivered as he sat in the corner of one of the Black Cells. It was late at night and he could scarcely make out the sounds of music and dancing from the corridors above. “They must be having a feast,” Petyr muttered to himself. He sighed deeply. He had been discovered days ago by Targaryen men-at-arms. He had expected execution, but supposed his uncle or his sister had saved him from death.<br/><br/>“Medgar and Elaena have certainly risen up in the world. And now I’m rotting down here in a cell.” The dungeon was mostly empty from the previous day’s executions, so he didn’t bother whispering. His voice echoed through the cells, but a new voice rang out in the darkness.<br/><br/>“You can’t rot if you’re frozen.” Petyr’s eyes widened as he sprang up and strode to the cell door. He could make out a torchlight coming closer and closer to him in the darkness. Petyr watched it get gradually more prominent until he could make out the figure of his uncle Grand Maester Brynden Tully standing before him.<br/><br/>“Uncle, w-what do you mean?” He hadn’t received any visits from his family at all since being imprisoned and was confused to why his uncle would choose right now as the best time for a visit.<br/><br/>“I mean that you will be at the Wall before you can rot in here or get executed.”<br/><br/>Petyr’s eyes widened. “I’m going to take the black? Why would you think I would want that?”<br/><br/>His uncle laughed. “I don’t, but your sister does.”<br/><br/>Petyr rolled his eyes. “That’s likely. She wouldn’t risk her queenly skin to help me.”<br/><br/>“But she did. She has arranged for a ship to take us to Eastwatch-by-the-Sea.”<br/><br/>Petyr frowned. “Us?”<br/><br/>Brynden smiled. “The Wall needs a new maester.”<br/><br/>“But you’re the Grand Maester. You sit on the small council.”<br/><br/>“I am disobeying the king. He would kill us both if he knew what I had done. We will only be safe if we both pledge ourselves to the Night’s Watch.” He paused and looked around. “But we must hurry. There is a feast to honor your brother Medgar going on right now. He just arrived in the city. We only have a few hours to get out.” He took out some keys to unlock the cell door. Petyr hurried out. “Quickly now. We don’t have much time.”<br/><br/>The two made their way out of the dungeon through a secret passage. They hurried to the docks and boarded a ship. By the time the feast was over, Petyr and Brynden had left King’s Landing.<br/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Alysanne Velaryon<br/>King’s Landing<br/>44 days AQD</span></div><br/><br/>“You have done well for yourself, haven’t you Aegon?” Alysanne looked around the king’s quarters admiring the immensity of the room. She was alone, but she knew that wouldn’t last long. In the meantime, she decided to take off her cloak and warm herself by the fire.<br/><br/>Aegon never responded to her letter, but she had decided to come to the city anyway. She had a number of ways to get into the city unnoticed, and she had utilized one of them. She looked down at her serving-girl’s gown in admiration.<br/><br/>A few days past, Alysanne received word that someone by the name of Deyna Mallister had called for an assassination on the king. Many of her agents knew of Alysanne’s Westerosi origin and warned her of the impending attempt on the king’s life. Alysanne looked into the details of the assassination and tried to warn Aegon, but her missives were intercepted. Desperately, she travelled to the capital under the guise of a serving woman and planned to foil the assassination herself.<br/><br/>As she sat in the chair beside the fire, she picked up a book sitting on the table and flicked through it, barely paying attention. Her thoughts were mostly on what was to come. She knew of Deyna Mallister, but why would she be trying to kill the king when the war in the Riverlands was finally ending? Did she really want more bloodshed?<br/><br/>Soon, Alysanne heard the door to the royal apartments open. She watched in her side vision as a serving girl made her way over to the king’s bedside table with a bottle full of wine. The serving girl never noticed Alysanne.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Good.</span><br/><br/>Alysanne watched as the girl replaced the bottle that was already on the king’s bedside table with the one she was holding. The girl took the original bottle and started for the door.<span style=""font-style: italic"">My time to strike.</span><br/><br/>Alysanne grasped her Valyrian steel dagger under her gown and stood up. The serving girl stopped in her tracks, her eyes wide. “Well, well, well. What have we here?”<br/><br/>“I-I was just delivering-”<br/><br/>“Stop your stammering girl,” Alysanne commanded, “I know what you were delivering. Poison.”<br/><br/>The girl shook her head. “No, I-I-” She paused and broke off into a run. Alysanne gave a little whistle. When the serving girl opened the door, she was faced with six burly Myrish guards, courtesy of the magister Alysanne had beaten into submission.<br/><br/>Two of the guards seized the girl and brought her back into the room. Alysanne strode over to the bedside table and seized the bottle of wine. She took the top off and took a whiff. “Poison.”<br/><br/>The girl was whimpering now. “No, it’s not poison. I swear it.” Alysanne whirled around and narrowed her eyes at the girl.<br/><br/>“Where is the real assassin?”<br/><br/>The girl continued to sob. “Please. I don’t know what this is all about.”<br/><br/>Alysanne stepped forward. “A real assassin would have escaped or killed himself by now. You didn’t escape and now you are whimpering. This is most likely the assassin’s back up plan, and you are his catspaw.”<br/><br/>“No, I swear-”<br/><br/>“Shut up. Where is the real assassin?”<br/><br/>“He’s one of the musicians here for the feast to honor Lord Medgar. Please let me go.” The girl was now shaking uncontrollably. Alysanne turned to her guards.<br/><br/>“Take the girl to the dungeon. I expect that King Aegon will want to see her.”<br/><br/>Her Myrish guards nodded and carried off the screaming girl. Alysanne turned to her other four guards. “The rest of you, come with me. We must warn the king.”<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Elaena Tully<br/>44 days AQD<br/>King’s Landing</span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">The Dornishman's wife was as fair as the sun,<br/>and her kisses were warmer than spring.<br/>But the Dornishman's blade was made of black steel,<br/>and its kiss was a terrible thing.<br/>The Dornishman's wife would sing as she bathed,<br/>in a voice that was sweet as a peach,<br/>But the Dornishman's blade had a song of its own,<br/>and a bite sharp and cold as a leech.<br/>As he lay on the ground with the darkness around,<br/>and the taste of his blood on his tongue,<br/>His brothers knelt by him and prayed him a prayer,<br/>and he smiled and he laughed and he sung,<br/>""Brothers, oh brothers, my days here are done,<br/>the Dornishman's taken my life,<br/>But what does it matter, for all men must die,<br/>and I've tasted the Dornishman's wife!”</span><br/><br/>Elaena laughed and clapped as the musicians played “The Dornishman’s Wife.” She watched from the high table as several drunken Dornishmen and women danced in the middle of the floor. To Elaena’s surprise several other high lords and ladies joined in.<br/><br/>Her brother Medgar had arrived earlier that morning and Aegon had commanded a feast in his honor. She hadn’t had much time to converse with her brother, and thought she would have time here at the feast, but she was wrong. During the entirety of the feast, she had sat beside Aegon and was forced to smile and laugh at bad jokes from older lords and compliments from their wives. Several times she had caught sight of men mentally undressing her. The prospect of being queen was finally starting to sink in, but Elaena still wasn’t ready to put up with this on a daily basis.<br/><br/>As the song came to an end and the drunken Dornishmen called out for more, Elaena caught sight of Aegon and Medgar leaving the feast. She hadn’t even noticed them get up to leave. She frowned slightly.<span style=""font-style: italic"">What are they discussing?</span>Elaena turned to one of Aegon’s sisters Daneys.<br/><br/>“I shall be back in a moment.” Elaena pushed back her chair and picked up the trail of her elegant blue gown. She carefully stepped down from the dais and tried to appear inconspicuous as she made her way out of the feast hall. She managed to dodge Daemon Velaryon and his wife Jeyne Manderly, and merely nodded at Lord Merser in order to make it out of the hall.<br/><br/>She stepped out of the garden and watched Medgar and Aegon conversing from afar. Their conversation seemed to be rather intense and Elaena decided it would be imprudent to interrupt. She didn’t have to wait long however, because a serving boy interrupted the pair with news for Aegon. Aegon’s seemed rather surprised and went off with the serving boy.<br/><br/>Elaena watched them leave and walked forward to speak to her brother. “What was that about?”<br/><br/>Medgar looked up from his contemplation. “The page said that a woman named Alysanne wanted to speak with the king.”<br/><br/>Elaena frowned. “Alysanne? Alysanne Velaryon? She’s in exile across the Narrow Sea. Aegon was telling me a few days ago that he had received correspondence from her. He has been debating letting her come home to take over as the Master of Whisperers. I don’t recall him sending anything back to her.”<br/><br/>Medgar shrugged. “Well it’s no problem of ours.” He looked down again.<br/><br/>Elaena frowned. “What’s wrong, brother? We’ve won the war. I’m going to be queen. The days of turmoil are over.”<br/><br/>Medgar kept his gaze on the ground. “I don’t expect that it will stay that way, Elaena.”<br/><br/>“Did Aegon say something to you?”<br/><br/>Medgar looked up at her. “I can’t say. Too many people around.”<br/><br/>Elaena looked behind her. Ever since she had come into the garden, a collection of retainers, lords, servants, and even musicians had followed her. She guessed they wanted to speak with the future queen of the realm. She motioned to a few of the Tully guards from the courtyard and then turned back to Medgar. “Then how about we go for a walk down to Blackwater Bay? It’s my favorite spot in the capital.”<br/><br/>Medgar sighed. “Very well.” The two siblings started off for the precipice overlooking the bay with the men-at-arms trailing behind them.<br/><br/>“What did the king tell you?”<br/><br/>Medgar sighed deeply. “He received a message from Mekar Targaryen. Mother left the Tyrells and rallied some of Edmyn’s men.” He paused. “Edmyn was freed three days ago.”<br/><br/>Elaena stopped in her tracks. “It can’t be.”<br/><br/>Medgar nodded solemnly. “I’m afraid that it is. They were last seen boarding a ship in Saltpans. Nobody knows where they are going.”<br/><br/>“We can’t let them escape. They could challenge your claim if we let them go unnoticed.”<br/><br/>“That’s not the worst of it. Aegon says that there is no love between Mother and Margaery. If they don’t support either claimant to the throne, they could be planning to declare Edmyn as king.”<br/><br/>Elaena bit her lip. “But they wouldn’t have any supporters, would they?”<br/><br/>Medgar shrugged. “Mother has a lot of gold. They could find allies in Essos.” He paused and stopped walking. He looked behind him. “Where did the guards go?”<br/><br/>Elaena stopped and looked behind her. None of the guards were following them. She could have sworn they were there a moment ago.<br/><br/>Medgar drew his sword. “Elaena get back to the feast. Tell someone that-” He cut off as a crossbow bolt hit Medgar straight in the chest. He grunted and fell to his knees. Elaena screamed.<br/><br/>Medgar tried to stand up, but another bolt hit him in the stomach. Elaena was frozen with shock and panic. “Another Targaryen falls!” she heard a gruff voice yell. She couldn’t pinpoint his position.<span style=""font-style: italic"">They think Medgar is Aegon. They’re trying to kill the king</span>. She knelt down next to Medgar and tried to stop the bleeding.<br/><br/>Medgar’s eyes began to shut. She slapped him square in the face. “You stay with me. Do you hear me?” But he was already gone. Elaena let out a shrill shriek. Moments later, a crossbow bolt struck her directly in her right shoulder.<br/><br/>Elaena grunted and looked down with shock at the blood seeping down the sleeve of her dress. In desperation, she pried the sword from her brother’s dead hands and took off running as fast as she could towards Blackwater Bay. If she was lucky, she could find some guard or merchant for aid.<br/><br/>Her attempts were futile, however, because a bolt struck her back and she slumped to the ground. She turned around to watch as a green cloaked bard from the feast emerged from the darkness. He hefted a crossbow and a sick grin was painted across his face. He loaded another crossbow bolt into his weapon and aimed in at Elaena’s heart.<br/><br/>“Your mother sends her deepest congratulations for your engagement.”<br/><br/>Elaena’s face burned with fury. Fire kindled within her and with a final ounce of strength, she lunged upward and planted her brother’s blade right in the man’s gut. His eyes widened and he fired his crossbow one last time before he crumpled to the ground in a pool of blood.<br/><br/>Elaena dropped the blade and looked down at her stomach. A crossbow bolt laid imbedded in her gut as crimson blood seeped out and gathered around her in a pool.<br/><br/>The fire in her had not died down and the blood still seeped from her wounds, but a certain truth brought her peace.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Fire and blood. I am a Targaryen. Just like I always dreamed.</span><br/><br/>With one last gaze over Blackwater Bay, she thought she could see a ship sailing out from the docks. She smiled slightly and whispered, “Petyr.” She closed her eyes and let the warmth of her fire wash over her."
10299,Game of Thrones - Legacy: Chapter 2: Winter Storms (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322764&start=75,2014-12-23T06:58:00,Alderann,"OFF THE COAST OF TARTH<br/><br/>The skies were clear and bright blue with the sun shining down. Sea spray hit Lord Tarly in the face as he stood on the bow of his ship. A stern man who just looked ahead as if he could already see kings landing. The prize of kings landing, Lord Tarly knew the importance of talking the city. If Lord Tarly could take the city then perhaps the Baratheon's would support the Tyrells.<br/><br/>Lord Tarley was alone on the bow of his ship when he thought to himself.<br/>"" 10 more days of sailing and we will be at kings landing.""<br/><br/>Lord Tarly must of looked like a mad man standing on the bow talking to himself. He knew the importance of talking kings landing but how would be do it. Assaulting the mud gate was the obvious choice but he didn't want to go for the obvious choice, surprise and cunning is what would win. Ten days is all that separated Lord Tarly from kings landing and he spend every second of that planning the assault.<br/><br/>OCEAN ROAD, 46 DAQD<br/><br/>Ser Cheston just smirked at the lady Jeyne with a sinister look on his face. The face alone was one of pure enjoyment at the sight of her suffering.<br/>"" what's the matter? In a hurry to lose your head."" saying while laughing.<br/><br/>"" don't worry lady, just another day or two and we will be there. I suppose my lord will give me a pretty reward for a traitorous bitch like you. Who knows maybe Lord Tyrell will even give me the honor of taking your head myself.""<br/><br/>The whole time Ser Cheston was speaking to the Lady Jeyne he was laughing and mocking her. That was the end of the conversation between the two of them.<br/><br/>The next day the party rose up early and continued on their way to HIGHGARDEN. The road smoothed out and it wasn't as rough anymore. After one more day of riding they had finally arrived at HIGHGARDEN.<br/><br/>To everyone in the group HIGHGARDEN was a place of rest, where they would be rewarded for their hard work and dedication to Lord Tyrell. But to the Lady Jeyne HIGHGARDEN represented what would either be her prison or the sight of her execution.<br/><br/>Continuing to ride up to the main gate of the magnificent castle. The walls taller then anything that the Lady Jeyne had seen before. HIGHGARDEN represented true power. The awe of the sight was disrupted by Ser Cheston announcing their arrival.<br/><br/>"" Ah! I am Ser Cheston of House Oakheart. I bring a prisoner for Lord Tyrell.""<br/><br/>All of them were escorted to the great hall which was well decorated with the fininest art and tapestries. At the opposite end of the great hall was a throne. Ser Cheston and his group did not have to wait long before Gauis Tyrell emerged from a side room and took his seat.<br/><br/>Ser Cheston was the first to speak, taking a knee.<br/>"" milord I bring a prisoner. Me and my crew caught her off the coast of the shield islands. She was traveling north in an attempt to gather more enemies against you milord.""<br/><br/>Gauis just stared at the Lady Jeyne with an almost ice coldness. After not saying a word for what seemed like an hour was in reality only a minute before Gauis spoke.<br/><br/>"" Ser Cheston you did well. You and your men will all be given 100 silver stags. Now go and eat and rest. Leave me to talk with the Lady here.""<br/><br/>Ser Cheston who was happy with the outcome quickly left the great hall. Only Gauis and the Lady Jeyne remained. Gauis just starring at her before he spoke.<br/><br/>"" do not fear my lady, I do not believe you to be an agent that seeks to destroy me.""<br/><br/>His voice was calming and caring at the same time.<br/><br/>"" by the looks of you, you must of had a rough journey. For this moment on you are my guest and will treated as such. First we must get you clean clothes and a bath. Then I'm sure you are hungry.""<br/><br/>Gauis stood up from the throne to walk to the Lady Jeyne who was still kneeling. Holding his hand out for her to take.<br/>"" come now, you need not bow to me."""
10300,Game of Thrones - Legacy: Chapter 2: Winter Storms (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322764&start=75,2014-12-23T08:52:00,Nuxipal,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ixidor Bloodfyre<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">41 AQD, The Arbor</span></span></div><br/><br/>Shook his head, ""I don't plan on taking the throne. I wasn't raised in Westeros, the lords here wouldn't support me. To them everything about me is wrong and thus, I only seek to claim the lands of the family that betrayed my grandmother's trust. I will gladly accept that you are my ally with future rewards and titles. Of course, if you were to take the Shield Island, we'd have to give you a new title. Perhaps Lord of the Isles would be a fitting title, but for now we shouldn't jump too far ahead of ourselves."" He was slightly uncomfortable with some of the conversation, marriage in particular. He knew the westerosi were touchy about religion and the like. ""However, if I had to claim the throne, I don't know if I would keep it. As you said, the chair has brought death and destruction to every man or woman who sat upon it. I personally would see it melted down and the swords redistributed to the families which were conquered. Neither myself, nor Aegon, or the Usurpers before Daenerys could possibly claim enough blood relation to Aegon the Conqueror to warrant sitting in HIS seat. They already stopped using his crown for the longest time.""<br/><br/>Taking a sip of wine to help him clear his throat, ""The document may gather some support I wouldn't have previously. Unfortunately, it doesn't legitimize me as a Targaryen, that ship sailed when she refused to let Rhaegar come home for his Ironborn blood. She loved him, yes. But the memories of Euron raping her must have been too painful each time she looked upon him."" He remembered seeing his Grandmother when he was very young. However, she stopped visiting shortly before his sister Rhaenys had been born and his mother died. Perhaps Rhaegar and Daenerys had gotten into some kind of dispute. It would make sense as after that his father devoted all of his time to reviving Old Valyria. Perhaps he was trying to prove something.<br/><br/>Snapping himself back to the present, ""As to the marriage pact, if I must I will marry one of your daughters. However, I am not of your faith. The Seven do not guide me, nor do I pay them any respects. It is the gods of my ancestors that protect me. Balerion, Vhagar, Meraxes, Syrax, Tyraxes, Vermithor, Caraxes, Vermax, Arrax, Tessarion, Urrax, Caeliphon, Shrykos and Meleys. Each of them were represented in the physical world by one of the Fourteen Fires. Those fires still burn beneath the smoking sea. I have seen the tops of them in the distance, sailors from my homeland claim that several of them are breaking the surface once more. If this is true, then it proves that the gods are winning the fight against the Drowned God and that their rise surely signifies the rise of Old Valyria once again.""<br/><br/>""Sorry, I got a bit carried away there, back to marriages for just a brief moment as I cannot leave out my sister Rhaenys. I can't bring myself to force her to marry anyone. I find that to be a poor practice that gives women a chance of a very unhappy life. My first wife chose to wed me when I asked her. She however died upon the sea when a Kraken attacked my fleet near Old Valyria."" He waited for the Lord of The Arbor's reply. He knows that men of the Faith haven't been very open to working with him unless they are very sure of his victory, and with a Dragon it is very possible that he would win the war.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Rhaenys Bloodfyre<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">41 AQD, The Starry Sept</span></span></div><br/><br/>""Perhaps the Seven seek to simply burn those who broke their vows to their Queen. It is a great sin to murder a woman in her own home after she has invited you in. You are a blessing in my brother's army. There are few who follow the faith, and I know for certain that we will have more once we march out of this city. Elia Martell promised my brother the support of Dorne should he take Oldtown. Considering we are here in Oldtown, I would expect the Dornish army to be moving through Prince's pass any day now. Elia has been a great friend and instructor to me.""<br/><br/>She looked at her guards, they were trying to urge her to leave. ""It seems my guard wishes for me to leave and return to the Hightower. You are of course welcome there. It is a place for our allies, and you and your family are clearly our ally."" She turns and starts to head out of the Sept to return to the Hightower."
10301,Game of Thrones - Legacy: Chapter 2: Winter Storms (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322764&start=75,2014-12-23T09:40:00,Dernland,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">Alderth Plain</span><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Westerlands</span></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://fc09.deviantart.net/fs70/f/2014/347/6/5/download__1__by_wsdpii-d89q9n3.png""/></div><br/><br/>Three days, three long days. Athen had said it before and he would say it again, he hated that old man. His lancers had engaged the Lannister force five times since their first contact the day before. They had killed roughly 100 Lannisters so far, but there were still thousands left. Athen fingered the hilt of his bastard sword, he had been using it ever since his lance had broken. Athen jerked up in his saddle when he heard the sound of horses galloping towards him.<br/><br/>One hundred lancers had come. They had separated from the main army to join with Athen's beleaguered group. Captain Wineshed, the leader of the Lancers rode up to Athen.<br/><br/>""My Lord, our army has met with the Lannister's force. Now is the time."" He said.<br/><br/>""Good, we ride!"" Athen shouted his weariness gone.<br/><br/>After a few minutes of hard riding the sound of battle reached Athen's ears. The party crested a hill and saw the chaos below. The 1000 Spears had formed a square around the 500 Bows. Outside of the square was a roiling mass of red and gold. Arrows leaped out of the pike-square and landed among the Lannister force, punctuated by screams. Each time the red-gold mass surged forward to attack the porcupine more screams followed. Although the Lannisters could not penetrate the wall of pikes, the Spears were surely weakening.<br/><br/>Athen called to the lancers, ""Ready Lances!"" He had acquired a new lance from the reinforcements. Athen spurred his horse forward shouting, ""Charge!"" One of the lancers blew a horn and all of them followed after Athen. Athen pulled his visor down over his helmet and lowered his lance. He could hear nothing but the pounding of his heart and the beat of his horse's hooves. Then his lance hit..."
10302,Game of Thrones - Legacy: Chapter 2: Winter Storms (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322764&start=75,2014-12-24T02:00:00,Givious,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Robert Targaryen<br/>Riverrun, The Riverladns<br/>Fourty One-Days-After-Death</span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Robert steps forward taking a knee as he presents out the parchment. His hammer makes a great sound as it hits the ground.</span><br/><br/>""My name is Robert Targaryen, legitimized bastard son of Mekar Targaryen. I apologize for my manners my lord. The few men that I have met recently that aren't my men have also met my hammer in combat.""<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ser Loran of the Kingsguard<br/>Tumbleton, The Reach<br/>Fourty Three-Days-After-Death</span></div><br/><br/>""Aye... After Bitterbridge we will send the Clansmen to raid the Roseroad and towards Goldengrove... not enough men to conquer anything but they maybe able to cause enough destruction to draw troops north; ease tensions on Ixidor in the south. Have them send bodies down the river to Highgarden. We ride tomorrow.""<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ser Loran of the Kingsguard<br/>Roseroad, The Reach<br/>Fourty Five-Days-After-Death</span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Loran's lance finds its target. Loran and his vanguard were ahead of the main force and had stumbled upon remainders of the men routed at Marshold. Descending upon them quickly gave them no chance to prepare as the cavalry force overtook them. Loran turns as he hears a man yell, dodging a spear meaning for his head and slashing with his sword as the mans face is split open. Wheeling his stead around and making for the edge of the camp he sees an archer step out, not seeing him coming he rides towards him, slashing across his chest with his sword and splitting his leather armor open. With a sudden force Loran finds himself dismounted, his helm flying from his head. An archers arrow was deflected off, but still held enough force to knock him down. As he stands, shaken, three men at arms approach him. Loran grips Dark Sister as the men charge, he too making speed towards them. The first man was easy, dodging his spear and cutting his side open as his cuts poured put. The second swung and axe at Loran who ducked, but quickly had to block the incoming sword from the third man. Drawing his knife he spins, dodging another axe swing and planting the dagger deep in the third mans throat. Enraged at his brother in arms falling, the second man raises his axe, only to have Loran drop to a knee and drive the sword into his gut. Pulling the blade out his pushes the man aside to groans on the ground until Loran slits his throat after receiving his dagger. As he stands, his white cloak covered in mud and blood, he sees the ""battle"" ending around him. The clans men hack men apart, and his riders go after men fleeing. This was a slaughter, and it would not be the last.</span><br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">King Aegon Targaryen<br/>Kings Landing, The Crownlands<br/>Fourty Five-Days-After-Death</span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Aegon sits in the room, Eleana's body upon an alter. She is dressed in a silk gown, the blood washed away and wounds sealed. Aegon's eyes are puffy, tears at his knees. To his right is the Crown of Aegon, to his left is Blackfyre. Behind him he can hear many people enter, and by their voices he knows who they are.</span><br/><br/>""Mekar was wounded in battle Brother,""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Baelor walks up to his side.</span>""The Mallister's have fled to Essos... we tried to send ships after them but...""<br/><br/>""Derrion.""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Aegon breaks his silence.</span>""Take a ship, three if you must, and find him.""<br/><br/>""Cousin, I am Master of Ships...""<br/><br/>""And a position can be replaced!!! HIs head cannot you fucking idiot!""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Aegon stands, red in the face.</span>""I want his fucking head brought before me and his cunt mother in chains!""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Aegon cups Derrion's face in his hands.</span>""There is no one I trust more than blood. Your steel and sail are bested by none. Now, please, go.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Derrion looks toward Baelor, then finally exits the room. Aegon then turns to Baelor.</span><br/><br/>""Ride for Riverrun. You will take command of the men there, make Riverrun your fucking castle for all I care.... send a detachment to Seaguard...""<br/><br/>""Brother...""<br/><br/>""Send a fucking detachment to Seaguard. Make sure the Mallister family is comfortable...""<br/><br/>""They are an honorable family brother...""<br/><br/>""IS THIS FUCKING HONORABLE! HER OWN FUCKING DAUGHTER DEAD!""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Aegon screams at the top of his lungs pointing to Eleana's corpse.</span>""She.... she hadn't bled this month... I... fucking seven hells... I only stayed once, having to dodge my own men and hide from Brynden... seven fucking hells....""<br/><br/>""Brother...""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Baelor rushing to Aegon as he collapses, catching him and going to the ground with him. Baelor holds his elder brother as he cries, clinging to him like a babe to his mother.</span><br/><br/>""Why...""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Aegon whispers.</span>""WHY!""<span style=""font-style: italic"">This time he screams it. Baelor holds him tighter, both brothers now crying. Not just for Eleana, but for all those they had lost. These two men, dragons in life, were nothing on the cold floor. </span>""<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">The brothers spend a few hours of sitting in the room, until finally Aegon shrugs off his brother and rises. As Baelor attempts to speak with him Aegon picks up Eleana's body, Baelor attempting to stop him as he storms out of the room. He has her body wrapped in burial linens and prepared for burial, this taking two hours to fully complete, The whole time he never leaveing her side. Once this is done he calls the Royal guard, all the Kingsguard left in the city, and every septon... the people would see their Queen one last time. Aegon orders her carried out of the city on a regal cart, the snow making her body seem to be glowing as the procession goes through the streets. As Aegon rides through the crowds, the people look terrified as well as sad. Aegon has seen much heartache, and many whisper of him turning made from grief. The man they see does not help their fears, his face is sunken from his grief. His hands shake from the pain in his heart and he does not look anyone in the eye. The snow is caught in his silver hair, and he makes no attempt to brush it from his face. He looks of death.<br/><br/>With the royal guard around him he exits the city from the Iron Gate, riding a short ways into a nearby field he stops and dismounts his steed. Looking up to the sky, he screams.</span><br/><br/>""DROGON!""<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">From a distance he can hear the dragon roar, almost pained. The great beast lands some yards away from Aegon, sniffing the cart which holds the dead Queen. She had men Drogon twice, the first time terrified of the beast the second finally touching him. She had said one day she would be brave enough to ride him, today was that day.<br/><br/>Aegon mounts the dragon, pulling the lifeless body up onto the dragon with him. With a command the great beast takes flight, and Aegon points him in the direction of their destination. Dragonstone.<br/><br/>Below him he can see Baelor and his men making for Harrenhal, and he can see Derrion's ships leaving port; behind them much of the reamining fleet takes sail towards Dragonstone, a plan of Aegon's set in motion by the Adrian and the Velaryons...</span><br/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">King Aegon Targaryen<br/>Kings Landing, The Crownlands<br/>Fourty Six-Days-After-Death</span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">The air is cold as Drogon tears through the clouds, a storm is brewing and Aegon can feel it in his bones. In the distance he can see the island he used to call home, the waves crashing against it. Veserys sees him from miles off, landing outside the Stone Drum, Veserys and a small escort welcome him.</span><br/><br/>""Nephew, I did not expect you...""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Veserys sees the body of the queen in Aegon's lap.</span>""What are you doing boy?""<span style=""font-style: italic"">His tone has changed, much more sharp.</span><br/><br/>""Bring me wood... wood and all the wedding gifts.""<br/><br/>""Aegon...""<br/><br/>""Uncle... do this for me, please?""<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">A few hours later...</span></span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Aegon stands in the cold as the men finish the pyre. Tons of trinkets, gold, paintings, and other things meant as gifts to the new monarch are piled at the base of the pyre or in the wood framing as Aegon requests. The men step away as Aegon ascends the pyre, laying Eleana's corpse at the top of it. As he does this he peels away the linens covering her face, her skin still as perfect as the day he met her. Aegon knows this is due to cosmetics that the silent sisters put on her face, but he didn't care. It was the most beautiful sight he had seen, or held in his arms. His hand lies on her stomach, where two lives had been extinguished.</span><br/><br/>""It was a boy,""<span style=""font-style: italic"">He whispers in her ear.</span>""I know this, gods I know it. He was everything you would have ever wanted love... he was your dragon prince.""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Aegon breaks down crying, sobbing as his body trembles and his forehead rests on hers. Aegon had not cried for his grandmother, for his father, for Thygar.... but this he did. He cried for all five of them. Veserys looks around him, the men look terrified and he orders them away. He turns and looks at his nephew, and continues himself behind the men down the mountain.<br/><br/>Aegon is now alone. The storm is brewing harder and Aegon looks to the sky, his face covered in tears as his eyes are bloodshot red.</span><br/><br/>""Is this it? Cold and wind is all you can throw at me now!""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Aegon stands, lifting his hands above his head.</span>""SHOW YOURSELF! Coward, or cowards! A single deity or many I care not! Storm God, Drowned God, Old Gods, New Gods, or the fucking fire gods; I cast thee from my shoulders! I will never be under your yoke! I am the blood of Old Valyria, I am a true born descendant of Aegon the Conqueror and I will bring the Kingdoms to heel, or tear them asunder!""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Drawing his sword he holds it in the air.</span>""I need not prayers to you, but this steel! With Dragonfire and Valyrian steel I will conquer once more as my ancestors did, even you cannot stop me!""<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Aegon jumps from the pyre, grabbing a torch from a nearby brazier. As he pulls back the torch to throw he sees a chest aside from all the others, it has not been emptied of his contents. Aegon puts the torch back and approaches, upon opening it a wave of shock overcomes him. Five dragon eggs sit in the chest, three meant for the Queen. Aegon had ordered them removed from the dragon den on Dragonsmount, having seen them in the dragonglass when he last was here. He meant it as the greatest of gifts, much like his grandmother received on her wedding. Aegon picked up the three eggs, one being black as midnight with a maroon streak running through it. Another is a dark sapphire, like the sea when it sits still. The last is charcoal gray with gold flakes on the scales. Each one is warm to the touch, and Aegon places them on the top of the pyre with Eleana, in her arms as she would of wanted them. As he reaches the brazier again, lighting strikes the mountain and Aegon looks as he sees the storm descend upon him. Drogon, who lay resting behind Aegon looks up towards the mountain, cocking his head at the coming clouds. Looking at the pyre Aegon whispers for the wind.</span><br/><br/>""My love, be my defiance.""<span style=""font-style: italic"">With this Aegon casts the torch with a fury of a thousand men, striking the wooden logs as it sets them ablaze. The fire starts at the bottom, slowly rising through the pyre when suddenly the rain begins. It comes down in sheets, immediately soaking all those in its path. As Aegon looks on, the fires of the pyre been to die out, Aegon screaming for it to stop. Finally he once more falls to his knees, weeping. He looks up, and shouts the words to Drogon.</span><br/><br/>""Dracarys!""<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Without another word the great beast lets loose a shot of dragonfire that engulfs the pyre in one blast. As tears roll down his face with the rain Aegon watches as in seconds Eleana's corpse is turned to ash in the flames. As soon as he seens this, Aegons head rolls back, and his vision blurs as he faints...</span><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Fourty Seven-Days-After-Death....</span></span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Aegon wakes, his body warmed by that of Drogon who has curled up around him. The beasts heads lay next to Aegon's body, each breath like the bellows being blown on a furnace. Aegon touches the dragons snout, waking Drogon from his slumber. As the dragon unballs himself, Aegon stands looking at the sky around Dragonstone. If his clothes still weren't wet, you would believe that there had never been a storm, the skies clear and the water calm. In the distance he could see the flee arriving, he would be needed in the hall soon enough. He turned to face the pyre, nothing but a smoldering pile of ash. The dragonfire could not be put out by rain, and a few fires still burned the dragonglass to liquid. Aegon retrieved Blackfyre from the ground, returning it to its sheath as he hears a sound from the pyre. Drogon's nostrils flare as he seems tense, almost on alert for something dangerous. Aegon slides the blade out again a little, prepared for an attack at any moment. He wasn't wearing armor... he was vulnerable. Again he hears a sliding sound of dragonglass, and as well a small chirp. This throws Drogon into a fit, letting out a small roar. Aegon turns, holding up both hands and calling out to the dragon in High Valyrian to calm. As the dragon lowers its head to Aegon, his hand touches the beast, and he can feel the rage in Drogon subside. As Drogon calms, Aegon feels like he is being watched... He turns, drawing his sword, and preparing for battle. But as he turns he looses his grip on his sword and it clatters to his feet, the breath sucked from him. As he stares towards the pyre.. <br/><br/>Three pairs of eyes stare back at him...</span>"
10303,Game of Thrones - Legacy: Chapter 2: Winter Storms (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322764&start=75,2014-12-25T13:18:00,Of the Quendi,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;"">The Reach</span><br/>The Arbor, in the Redwyne Straits<br/>The Seven Kingdoms of Westeros</span></span><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://img2.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20130719091715/gotascent/images/b/b1/House_Redwyne2.png""/><br/><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ser Sarelleon Redwyne</span><br/><br/>Forty One Days after the Death of Queen Daenerys</span></span></div><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">S</span></span>arelleon could tell that whatever sympathy his father had grudgingly conceded towards the guest was rapidly being depleted by all the talk of faith, a matter Lord Salladhor considered more fitting for women, children and fools than men, and when Lord Ixidor explained his opposition to arranged marriages Lord Salladhor could not withhold a contemptible laugh.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""You are a kind man to consider your sister's feelings.""</span>The Lord spoke condescendingly.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""I suppose I can't begrudge it, as I never managed to find a spouse for my own.""</span>Lord Salladhor spoke.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Perhaps you prefer to marry her yourself eh?""</span>He suggested teasingly in a strange tone of voice.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Your Valyrian gods does seem to have a penchant for such conduct. Well too each his own, I say. I care not for your gods. They interests me no more than those of my forbears.""</span>Lord Salladhor declared dismissively.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">O</span></span>nly to find that Lady Serenei thought differently. Raising her melodious voice with its heavenly sounds she spoke softly.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""I however find them most interesting My Lord.""</span>She said.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Valyrian gods you say? A strange choice I would say, their followers did not fare well if memory serves.""</span>She teased, a glimpse of fire behind her lovely warm purple eyes that unnerved Sarelleon. As always in the presence of his aunt he found it impossible to read her even if he had known her his entire life. She was as enigmatic as she was timeless and her words, though spoken in so soothing and angelic tones that they seemed void of guile, somehow seemed foreboding.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">L</span></span>ord Salladhor grunted.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Gods.""</span>He spoke disparagingly.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""If I knew that a theological discussion awaited me at my seat I would have stayed in the Stepstones longer. Are we old septons with withering cocks with nothing better to talk about then what awaits man in the next life?""</span>He protested casting his sister a cold gaze. Looking back at Ixidor he continued.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""So you desire not the Iron Throne. Ill can I call it foolish when I have already declared those who covets it fools, so I shall call it strange, but mayhaps wise.""</span>He said.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">L</span></span>ady Serenei nodded in agreement.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""I shall call it wise.""</span>She proclaimed with a smile.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""And may I say how interesting an idea it is to melt the thing down and return the swords to their rightful owners. Truly inspiring lord Bloodfyre.""</span>Lady Serenei said, giving Sarelleon the eerie impression that she was speaking metaphorically, using a metaphor Sarelleon would rather not understand. Lord Salladhor smiled a wolfish grin.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Indeed.""</span>He ominously declared.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">A</span></span>fter a moments pause he continued.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Well I will take the islands soon enough. Tomorrow my son will lead the vanguard of my fleet against the isles and I will follow no later than a day thereafter with the main force. If you can send ships to join with my main force it will be appreciated and if your reptile is half as tough as it is ugly it will be a welcome guest in battle. Your rewards I want none of. I will take what I want from my enemy and need no other man to give me favor like some bloody servant. As for titles they are worth even less than documents, men do not follow titles and I am content with mine. Should I ever desire more or fancier ones I will take them as well.""</span>Lord Salladhor rose from his seat.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Well then My Lord, if there is nought else you wish to discuss it appears that we are now allies.""</span>said the Lord of the Arbor."
10304,Game of Thrones - Legacy: Chapter 2: Winter Storms (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322764&start=75,2014-12-26T07:10:00,Arlye Austros,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Roseroad, Fourty Five days after the Queen´s Death.<br/><br/>Ser Lucas Hardyng-Stark</span><br/><br/>A wound, it was not bad, but a nuisance. A man had faked his dead after an arrow pierced through his armour while fighting Lucas. When he turned, the man stepped up and slashed him on the side. His armour stopped the blade from slicing any more deep. After the small slice and hack of runners was over he was given a horse and took his personal retinue to hunt down some more. They captured four runaways and took them back to the main group of the army. He headed to speak to Loran.<br/><br/>“A small victory. More fled west. I would hunt them... but it seems a bit dangerous if Merryweather is regrouping. We should strike Longtable as soon as possible.”<br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">King´s Landing, Fourty-Five Days After the Queen´s Death.<br/><br/>Vardis Hardyng-Stark</span><br/><br/>The Letter was not a good one. He had feared Symond´s words meant the Vale was loosing the grip of its own banners. He wrote back to his nephew, young but surprisingly wise, to rethink this call. He sealed the letter when the door knocked. After his guard finished speaking, he dismissed him back and threw the letter to the fire.<br/><br/>The King, the Queen-to-be... He rushed out to find out more things. Soon the sun would rise.<br/><br/>Hours later the sun was still not up, but the horizon was set alight.<br/><br/>He returned to his chamber and found Adrian inside.<br/><br/>“You heard?” He asked his son, he was pale.<br/><br/>“Only rumours. Is the King safe?”<br/><br/>“Aegon is unharmed. If he was killed the whole city would be in disarray. And it will be in a few hours. I suggest you and I do our best to keep it calm. I will command the Gold Cloaks out, you gather as many men as you can and organize the safety of the gates, the main roads, the septry and the Red Keep... There is something else.”<br/><br/>He told Adrian the situation in the Vale.<br/><br/>“You fear treachery, father?” His son, the Master of Arms, asked.<br/><br/>“Yes. Symond is wise, so he must have been convinced with quite some effort, and such effort is not natural. These Sunderlands always distrusted our family. Also, these rumours of my parentage have been spreading even in King´s Landing... Somebody is working hard against us Hardyng-Starks.”<br/><br/>Adrian was looking more angry by the minute, but then seemed to snap out of his thoughts. “I have to go. But I must ask you something, father... What do you know about House Merser?”<br/><br/>House Merser? Why did he asked? What was his son doing?<br/><br/>“This is not the moment. Our King... our Duty, they are beyond our petty issues. Get out.”<br/><br/>Once his son was outside, he sighed. House Merser always inspired fear in him, mistrust. The stories behind their ascent to power were close to that of those Freys.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Adrian Hardyng-Stark</span><br/><br/>He walked through the Red Fort noticing the slight symbols of the chaos to come. He gathered his own household, his guards, and gave orders to follow him, out of two to guard the quarters of the Hardyng-Starks, and headed to the entrance of the Red Keep. He spoke to the guards there.<br/><br/>“You only need to know we are tightening the security of the Keep. I need guards on the walls. Every household is to help into this task, however, they may keep up to half their armed men at their own disposal through the day, and up to twenty.”<br/><br/>He gave written orders to some of the guards. “Send these to begin the orders.”<br/><br/>Adrian then went to the Barracks of the Gold Cloaks in Cobler´s Square. He was guarded by three of the Vale Knights.<br/><br/>“Where is Lord Bolswyn?” He asked. A man stood up, half asleep inside his chain mail.<br/><br/>“He has been out.”<br/><br/>“Then you will have to do. These are written orders. Deploy all the guards throughout the city. A third will take posts by the Red Keep, I want the rest patroling and protecting the roads between the Keep and the Cobbler´s Square, the Hook, the Sept of Baelor, and the main Gates, Dragon Gate, Lion Gate, King´s Gate and River Gate.”<br/><br/>The man nodded.<br/><br/>“Oh, and the Street of Steel.” They needed to make sure the weapons they needed were not stolen.<br/>“Very well, Sire... I shall be done.”<br/><br/>After he exited the Barracks he headed to the place arranged by Lord Merser for their meeting. He felt even in the situation, he had to address his commitments. He walked into the warehouse , guarded by the three knights, and told them to hold by the door, unseen. Hopefully, Lord Merser would arrive anytime soon."
10305,Game of Thrones - Legacy: Chapter 2: Winter Storms (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322764&start=75,2014-12-26T17:04:00,Nuxipal,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ixidor Bloodfyre<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">41 AQD, The Arbor</span></span><br/><br/>Ixidor had to bite his tongue back. The last time a man of the Valyrian faith was in Westeros, he conquered it. ""I am happy to know we are allies. Between the two of us we have far more ships than the Tyrells and will be able to take control of the Islands as well as the Mander. Perhaps even the Ocean Road itself."" He ignored the bit about marrying his sister. While the thought wasn't foreign to him, he wouldn't allow himself to do that to her. ""I believe it is nearly time that I depart. I have another long flight ahead of me and Viserion will be needed soon at Brightwater Keep and my Cousin's wedding is soon approaching.""<br/><br/>He stood and bowed to the Lord of the Arbor, ""Thank you for your hospitality Lord Salladhor. Lady Serenei, it has been a pleasure meeting you as well. I would enjoy exchanging raves to discuss religion, sorcery, or anything that you have in mind. I fear that the Maesters of the Citadel aren't as interesting as I had been brought up to believe. Next we all meet should be at the Victory celebration."" He backs out of the room and then leaves the Palace. He had barely spent time there, but it was well spent. Solidified the Redwynes as allies and had found a family that seems to have gained a great deal of Valyrian blood recently. They would be useful.<br/><br/>He mounted Viserion and rose into the sky. Circling the town and palace once before saying 'Dracarys' and having Viserion send a stream of fire off into the sky for the inhabitants to see from afar. He then sped off towards Oldtown.<br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">The Hightower, Oldtown</span><br/>By the time he arrived, the sun had set in the west and the night air was cold. He descended upon the castle. On the landing balcony there stood one figure, Rhaenys. As he dismounted Rhaenys approached him. In her arms was Caeliphon, it had grown again. She could barely hold it now. ""Rhaenys, the Redwynes are going to be our allies. Their family has changed.. physically. We always learned they were brown hair and related to the Reachmen. They seem more Valyrian and less Westerosi now. Perhaps this is what my dream meant. Not old Valyria rebuilt, but a new Valyria born far away. Driftmark, Dragonstone, Claw Island. They all are Valyrian. Now the Arbor seems Valyrian enough to me.""<br/><br/>Smiling to see her brother so optimistic after he had given up the hope that the Valyrian people would continually struggle to survive in Essos. ""It would be possible, but we have other things to worry about. Caeliphon keeps getting larger. I wasn't aware that any dragon grew so quickly. It was said grandmother's dragons took months to reach this size. He is almost as large as the dogs father kept at the estate.""<br/><br/>The dragon was growing quickly as it had been since it was hatched three weeks ago. Ixidor looked at it. ""Caeliphon has been spending lots of time with Viserion. Perhaps that is the reason for the growth. We still have the wedding to prepare for. Caeliphon will come with us. We will see what has become of cousin Aegon and we will learn what we must do.""<br/><br/>With that they walked back into the tower and Viserion flew up to the flame which protected ships as they entered and left the harbor. He curled up near it and soaked in its warmth."
10306,Game of Thrones - Legacy: Chapter 2: Winter Storms (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322764&start=75,2014-12-28T18:49:00,Independent States of Tula,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Tyr Baratheon</span></div><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">46 AQD, Storm's End</span></div><br/><br/>Tyr checked his horse as he, fifteen horsemen, and five knights prepared for the ride to King's Landing for Aegon's wedding. However before Tyr could even get on his horse a familiar voice called out ""My Lord! A Raven with a message for you has arrived!""<br/><br/>Turning around to look at Auster as he ran into the courtyard just before the gate Tyr raised an eyebrow before looking at the message. It was from a friend in King's Landing who warned that the wedding was canceled due to the assassination of Aegon's bride and her brother...and that local fears were that the Second Mad King would be named Aegon as well due to the current King's grief at the loss. Tyr looked up from the note and to Auster before slowly nodding his head in understanding.<br/><br/><span style=""color: #0000FF"">""Men, change of plans, we will not be leaving today. Unpack your things and get the horses back into the stables.""</span>Tyr's squire quickly stole away his horse as Tyr motioned for Auster to follow him into the keep.<br/><br/>""My Lord...what are to do now? I don't think meeting with Aegon is an option anymore, before it was a coin's toss of whether you'd be beheaded or not for pushing your claim in the same room as him...now he'll feed you to that damn dragon of his."" Auster pointed out.<br/><br/><span style=""color: #0000FF"">""I heard that a Dragonlord took over Oldtown. That's quite a feat for a man who only just showed up from Essos.""</span>Tyr stated, seemingly ignoring Auster.<br/><br/>""Yes...I think he's known as Ixidor Bloodfyre...he's the Queen's grandson I heard...via bastard blood of course."" Auster replied, confused before asking ""What does he have to do with the Iron Throne though?""<br/><br/><span style=""color: #0000FF"">""Plenty, Aegon has a dragon, the damn Tyrell's have a dragon, and so too does Ixidor. I may have 35,000 trained soldiers willing to fight and die for me...but I do not have a dragon. I'd like to see how many dragons I have to kill to push my claim...and how many will breath fire for my claim and for what is best for Westeros.""</span>Tyr replied before adding<span style=""color: #0000FF"">""I'm going to set out for Oldtown tomorrow. You'll still be the Lord in my absence, I'll leave with a small group of horsemen and unannounced. I know little of this Ixidor Bloodfyre...I'd like to see how he keeps Oldtown under occupation and how those soldiers that follow him hold themselves before I make a move to speak with him. With any luck I'll find a way to persuade Ixidor to my side...and then hopefully we'll have gotten a reply from Lord Rickon in the North as well.""</span><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Tyr Baratheon</span></div><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">47 AQD, Stormlands</span></div><br/><br/>Tyr was dressed in his grandfather's armor and his sword<span style=""font-style: italic"">Lightbringer</span>hung on his hip as he and five horsemen rode toward Oldtown. Still it was winter and so Tyr wore furs over his armor to both help keep himself warm and to help keep himself from being easily identified from the sigil on his armor. Thankfully for Tyr and his loyal soldiers the winter still wasn't too bad...not as bad as it might be further north at least. The group of six made haste towards Oldtown, Tyr was getting into this game late and so he was short on time available for any type of waste."
10307,Game of Thrones - Legacy: Chapter 2: Winter Storms (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322764&start=75,2014-12-29T12:18:00,Nuxipal,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Events, 48 AQD</span></span><br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Cold Winds Blows</span><br/><br/>At Castle Black, winter has hit hard. As with every winter, rumors of the Others returning have come in. A few dozen wights have been found and killed on both sides of the wall recently, but nothing major to note. However, a Raven from the Maester sent to Hardhome arrives at the wall. Reading it carefully the Lord Commander of the Night's Watch slams his fist into his table. The man is a Thenn, one of the former Wildling groups. And he claims to have giants blood in him, which is supported by his eight foot tall height and inhuman strength.<br/><br/>""LADS, it seems our friends north of the wall are calling for help. We do not defend those to our north, but many of us here have relatives that live there. I am asking for Volunteers to go north with me. Our numbers are small, but we cannot abandon Hardhome. They are under attack by an enemy we vow to stop. Let us stop them before they threaten the Realm we defend.""<br/><br/>Within a few hours a column of 150 men of the Night's Watch head north. And Hundreds of Ravens head south.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To Lords of Westeros,<br/><br/>The Wall is in need of men. We have dwindled in number once again. Castle Black, Eastwatch-by-the-Sea, the Shadow Tower, and Westwatch-by-the-Bridge are the only castles we inhabit. Our numbers will require that we abandon one more castle by the end of this year. I request that all lords send at least one man to the Wall to replenish our numbers and keep the realm safe from the threats beyond the wall.<br/><br/>Lord Commander Jon Thenn, 1002nd Lord Commander of the Night's Watch</blockquote><br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Boiling Hearts, Flaming Souls</span><br/><br/>Dragonstone, the ancient seat of House Targaryen. Now occupied by pretenders. Or so Loren Sunglass believed. His family had fought for Aegon Crassius and his distant cousins died with his cousin Ixidor. He had received letters from the same source as his cousins to steal a dragon egg from Dragonstone. However, with the hatching of three new dragons, he had a better plan. Late into the night, he and his crew made their move. Knowing the weakness of Drogon, three members of his crew led seven sows out to an open area of dragonstone and cut their throats spilling their blood and proceeded to light them on fire, putting their scent onto the winds.<br/><br/>Sure enough, Drogon came. Within moments Drogon was there and on them. Two of the three men were burned alive when the beast went for the pork he had been addicted to since his time in Meereen. While he is gorging himself on pig, Loren sneaks his way into the room which held the young dragons. He reached for one, but a second one bit him. He grabbed it as fast as he could and pulled it from him and into the bag. He realize he lost two fingers and a small chunk of his right hand to the beast and was bleeding profusely. He made it to the docks where, pale as a corpse he handed the bag off to one of his friends. As he was walking up the gangplank a crossbow bolt struck him and he fell down onto the dock as the ship set sail for Essos, stolen dragon in tow. Next stop, Lys. From there, who knows.<br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Golden Shores</span><br/><br/>The Westerlands are known for gold, not the Vale, but there has been something stirring to cause the recent revolts. A seemingly large deposit of gold has been discovered on Sweetsister. Perhaps the Northmen of old were not mad when they went on raiding the three small islands. With this gold, the Revolt by the Sisters will become a dangerous affair. Already several thousand Sellswords were seen landing on the southern shores of the Bite taking land and villages while trying to rally the remaining Mountain Clans to fight against their Andal Lords and reclaim the Vale for the First Men once and for all."
10308,Game of Thrones - Legacy: Chapter 2: Winter Storms (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322764&start=75,2014-12-31T10:33:00,Kuhlfros,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/thumb/5/51/House_Stark.PNG/250px-House_Stark.PNG""/></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Paramount Rickon Stark, Riverrun, 41 DAQD</span><br/><br/>Rickon took the parchment and spent several minutes reading it over several times, looking back from the parchment to the bastard-born he said, ""Rise Robert, Son of Prince Mekar, of House Targaryen, I find your parchment true and honest, and a need of a steward to run this castle while Lord Medgar is away needed greatly, especially considering the likes of the council Edmyn had left us...""<br/><br/>He then looked up to the host of lords int he great hall and called to all of them, ""I leave Lord Karstark and his own vassals as Wardens of Riverrun, to run this castle aside this Princely Son.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">A Few Hours Later....</span><br/>It was dark outside, but not near, when the maester of the castle arrived to Rickon in a bedchamber with a raven from Storm's End, reading the letter he spoke to himself ""What do you plan, The 'Late' lord Baratheon...?"" He said to the maester, ""It seems Lord Tyr Baratheon seeks to ally me, return a letter to Storm's End expressing the glad tidings to hear such a thing and how it must be inopportune to seek an alliance now with marriage but will agree anyways...""<br/><br/>Just as the maester was to leave with his orders Rickon halted him and commanded, ""Also send two other raven's one to Winterfell with my plans of the future movements in the war, the other to King's Landing, Informing King Aegon that I will not be attending his wedding while his enemy still keeps this realm at war and this winter causes little movement, understand?""<br/><br/>The maester left the room and immediately reentered with word that King Ronnel Hardyng Stark had arrived at the gates. Rickon sighed and said ""Admit them of course, and get my grandson to assist in dressing me to meet them, they like many must be tired and cold, shame my Son in Law has not returned yet, I hope they can find his son....""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ser Brandon Stark the White Wolf, Winterfell</span><br/>""Winter is a time for Family staying together, and Survival. What good is the politics of a realm or a King if there are no men to rule? They are all frozen under blankets of snow...The Starks would sacrifice for their family and people, as they have a thousand times over.""<br/><br/>He then laughed, the warmth of the air from his mouth causing a cloud of steam to rise up and said,""Winter is never merciful, my princess, only cold, dark, and cruel. It matters little of it's mercy, only how long it lasts..."" Standing up and removing his white cloak, he wrapped it around Princess Alayne's shoulders and said compassionately, ""It will only get colder the longer you are outside, come...Better you inside in the Warm springs of Winterfell and the her hearths, we would never forgive ourselves if our family and honored guest caught a fever while out there."" Guiding her with his strong arms back inside from the courtyard. Meanwhile the Direwolf Pups were goaded inside by the kennelmaster, with promise of raw meat.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Eddard Stark, Narrow Sea, 44 DAQD</span><br/>Eddard was looking forward to Oldtown, as well as to return to Westeros, and learn what all had occured since his absence, But most of all, he looked forward to seeing his father, wife, and children again, He had a force of sellswords whom respected him, aside a Bloodfyre host whom repected him and their leaderwhom was a man Eddard had grown to respect and befriend. ""The time was now"" Eddard thought, ""To take an end to this war and return peace and prosperity, and even more importantly, survival to the realm."""
10309,Game of Thrones - Legacy: Chapter 2: Winter Storms (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322764&start=75,2014-12-31T10:45:00,Nuxipal,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Vaekar Kirineon<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">46 AQD, Brightwater Keep, Southern Reach</span></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/thumb/4/42/Yoann_Boissonnet_Brightwater_KeepII.JPG/350px-Yoann_Boissonnet_Brightwater_KeepII.JPG""/></div><br/><br/>To the Castellean of Brightwater Keep, the sunrise brought terrible news. 15,000 troops flying a Red Banner with a Blue Dragon surrounded the fortress. With these troops an additional 500 men from House Norcross had also arrived showing their betrayal to House Tyrell when faced with dragon banners. A raven enters the castle from the commanding officer of the army.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Garrison of Brightwater Keep<br/><br/>The Blue Dragon of House Bloodfyre flies before your castle. Surrender and bend the knee to the Lord Paramount Ixidor Bloodfyre, Dragonlord of Oldtown. Failure to do so will result in the death of all inhabitants of the Castle. You have twelve hours to respond.<br/><br/>- Lord Vaekar Kirineon, General of House Bloodfyre</blockquote><br/><br/><br/>The message was short and sweet. Vaekar had no blood relation to his friend and lord, but he grew up next to him. Ixidor always had the outlandish ideas while he, Vaekar, had the more calculating ones. Given independent Command of the Bloodfyre Armies let him put his plans into action. Already his forces had 50 scorpions with another 10 being built. Additionally, dozens of ladders and several Ballistae had been built to assault the castle. He looked around at his troops. They were eager for a fight. They had been denied several times. This time, they would not be denied."
10310,Game of Thrones - Legacy: Chapter 2: Winter Storms (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322764&start=75,2015-01-03T13:49:00,Krugmar,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">House Merser</span></span><br/>Kings Landing - Warehouse<br/>Adas Merser - 45 AQD<br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://24.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_m8e40hVSPz1ryemkpo1_500.jpg""/></div><hr/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""The Summary Book""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">The Financial and Economic Situation of Kings Landing.</span></span><br/><hr/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;"">T</span></span>he population of Kings Landing seems to have increased quite dramatically. Estimates from King Roberts reign put it at around 500,000 known civilians. Currently there seems to be around 600,000 known civilians, though I estimate that there are at least 50,000 unknown civilians also living within the city. Refugees are still pouring in from the Riverlands and other places affected by war, so this number may increase by up to 2500 within the next two weeks. This growth is causing inflation in pricing of everyday goods, therefore measures should be taken to prevent it.<br/><hr/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;"">T</span></span>he current gold directly in the treasury should sit at around 30,000 Gold Dragons. I have taken into account the spending on the Crown over the past month and the lack of taxes being paid contributing to a loss in the total of the treasury. This should be sufficient gold for building some new defences and paying troop wages, but if you wish to hire a substantial amount of mercenaries then we must look to withdraw the savings deposited in the Iron Bank. I shall look into how much has been invested.<br/><hr/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;"">T</span></span>axation income at the moment appears to be dreadful. The state of war means that, outside of the Crownlands, few taxes are currently being paid to the Crown. The Crown is currently relying upon Kings Landing, which makes up a substantial amount of the total. Expect around 3000 Gold Dragons over the next two weeks at a maximum.<br/><hr/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;"">O</span></span>verall the treasury is in a good way, very well recovered from the debt in King Roberts reign. I suspect that the investments in Braavos will come in handy, and our current situation will easily allow for borrowing at low rates if required.<br/><hr/><span style=""font-style: italic"">signed, Adas Merser, Lord of Rosby and Master of Coin of the Small Council</span></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/>Adas made his way through the docks, dressed in a simple but still elegant outfit. He made his way through some of the alleys until he found his warehouse, he made his way towards it and opened the door. He turned around and checked several times to make sure he had not been followed, eventually he pulled himself into the warehouse.<br/><br/>The place was cluttered, most of the boxes were empty however. Most of the goods had been sent and sold at the various Free Cities, though mainly in Tyrosh. He made his way further in to the table and chairs which had been set up and found Lord Adrian waiting for him. He made his way over and said ""Lord Hardyng-Stark, I have created the summary that you have requested"" before brandishing a small book.<br/><br/>He stared at it for a few moments, remembering all the damned tomes he had slaved over to find the information. He handed it to Lord Adrian and said ""I hope it is to your expectations, we could use some good news in these dark times"". Adas could not believe that the future queen had been murdered, such a death did not bode well for the realm. The defence of the city would have to take priority in his mind however, Adas did not want to depart the world just yet.<br/><br/>Adas spoke up again, still not waiting for Lord Adrian to reply. ""My brother, Ser Ryom, shall be arriving in Kings Landing shortly. He is a seasoned warrior and I offer you his services for the defence of the city"" continued Adas. Hopefully Lord Adrian would accept, Adas did not wish to babysit his brother when he arrived. Another could do that for him."
10311,Game of Thrones - Legacy: Chapter 2: Winter Storms (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322764&start=75,2015-01-05T13:25:00,Independent States of Tula,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Tyr Baratheon</span></div><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">53 AQD, Oldtown</span></div><br/><br/>As Tyr and his five loyal soldiers navigated the streets of Oldtown the Lord Paramount of the Stormlands watched the soldiers of Ixidor Bloodfyre as they patrolled the streets. So far Tyr was surprised at the way the men held themselves, they certainly didn't seem like the monstrous conquerors some described them as...and they didn't seem like the heroic liberators that others labeled them. Rather they seemed to be average soldiers, there were the self-righteous ones who sneered at Tyr and his group of men who were playing themselves off as sell-swords, the uncaring ones who had that homesick look in their eyes, and the caring soldiers who actually seemed to get along well enough with the local populace...they seemed like any army's soldiers and that gave Tyr confidence that Ixidor at least preferred some type of quality in his troops rather than a straight up numerical superiority of inept conscripts.<br/><br/>""Hey, you six! Stop right there!"" A voice called from behind Tyr and his group.<br/><br/>Tyr turned in sync with his men as three of the Dragonlord's soldiers approached them.<br/><br/>""Which one of you is the leader of this little band?"" The man who led the group of three asked as his two subordinates put their hands on their swords at their hips.<br/><br/>Tyr walked forward, he and his compatriots were wearing raven-black cloaks over their armor and swords (Tyr's helped to hide his sigil and Lightbringer was sheathed but ready to be used from beneath said cloak), Tyr pulled back the hood of his cloak to reveal his face to the man (which was no longer clean shaven and now held a light beard) before replying<span style=""color: #0000FF"">""That would be me, Sir. What can we do for you?</span><br/><br/>""Judging by bulges in your cloaks I'd say you six are armed with swords...what business do you have in this city?"" The man questioned as he too put his hand on the grip of his own sword.<br/><br/><span style=""color: #0000FF"">""We're sellswords, Sir. We just arrived in the city after escorting a merchant, we'll probably be here a few days before another job comes along for us. I can promise you that we'll be no trouble while in this city, we're a respectful sort of sellswords...we wouldn't get the jobs we do if we weren't.""</span><br/><br/>""Where are you off to at this moment?"" The soldier continued his questioning.<br/><br/><span style=""color: #0000FF"">""We're off to the Starry Sept to pray...you don't have anything against the Seven do you?""</span>Tyr questioned back.<br/><br/>""No...I don't...carry on but if you I so much as hear you sellswords broke a law then I'll make sure to deliver the punishment myself."" The soldier threatened before he and his group walked away.<br/><br/>""Are we really going to the Sept, m'lord?"" One of the soldiers asked in a whisper.<br/><br/>Tyr was silent a moment before replying<span style=""color: #0000FF"">""Yes, I think we could all do with a prayer to the Seven.""</span><br/><br/>The group moved towards the Sept as Tyr thought to himself, he like his Grandfather before him had a non-religious phase in his early life, before finding it again...although this time there was no Fire God or Red Lady...just the Seven again. Still Tyr didn't think himself a religious zealot, he was faithful but not the best when it came to being holy as strictly defined by the religion.<br/><br/>These thoughts ran through Tyr's mind as the group made their way into the Starry Sept, however when they approached the door to the lower ring the five soldiers with Tyr looked to him before one asked ""M'lord, shouldn't you be going towards the higher ring?""<br/><br/>Tyr smiled as he replied<span style=""color: #0000FF"">""I have more in common with you soldiers than I do with any of those stuck up Nobles who think their worth more than you just because of who their da-...eh who their father was. Come on, let's get started.""</span><br/><br/>Tyr swore he saw an amused look on his men's faces as they entered the lower ring to pray."
10312,Game of Thrones - Legacy: Chapter 2: Winter Storms (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322764&start=75,2015-01-07T13:35:00,Arlye Austros,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Winterfell, Fourty-one days After the Queen´s Death<br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/HdoLQHK.png""/><br/>Alayne Hardyng-Stark</span></div><br/><br/>Inside the castle Alayne noticed the change of temperature. Or was it Rickon?<br/><br/>“So do you think there is a chance all Starks can bring peace back to this trouble realm? As far as Lord Rickon seems to have noted, our kin creates an alliance Westeros has never seen, but I fear the Lannisters will not be trusted by everyone.”<br/><br/>She was thinking of his brothers. They grew up listening to Grandmother´s tales of King´s Joffrey. The single idea of the Falcon, the Wolfs and the Lion marching together seemed impossible, a joke by the many gods from here to King´s Landing.<br/><br/>“And there is, of course, the matter of the crowns. If you ask my opinion, the King is delusional if he really believes the Vale can stay away from the Throne, not with those Dragons.”<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Riverrun, Fourty-one days after the Queen´s Death.<br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/thumb/e/ed/Royce.png/250px-Royce.png""/><br/>Albar Royce</span></div><br/><br/>The gates opened and he rode towards Riverrun, his squire flying his banner. Once inside the courtyard Ronnel stepped down and spoke to Albar.<br/><br/>“Go to the ravenry and send a message to Symond. Tell him Riverrun has fallen. Be quick!”<br/><br/>He nodded from above. “Yes, Your Grace.”<br/><br/>Riding out of Riverrun Albar could see lots of men celebrating. Large groups laughing and enjoying what seemed an easy victory in an easy war. They had seen little fighting, and Albar himself wounded a man in battle. The King saw it.<br/><br/>Albar was a cousin of the Heir to Runestone, and at his 12 years-old he was squireing for a King. Hed trusted Ronnel and would follow him to the death, however his uncle always told him to be weary. In his uncle's words, Ronnel was still as much as a child as Albar and prone to mistakes. His own answer was silence as his cousins agreed.<br/><br/>This was two nights before, when invited to the Royce tent. He gave Lord Royce a message from the King, something regarding military matters. They laughed and drinked, of course, but Albar tried to think about something else than doubts of his tutor, and scheduled in his mind for spare time to spar with some Waynwood squires.<br/><br/>The ravenry was only a small dark tent not too far from the tent the soldiers had just raised for the King. He looked at it, and smiled at the flag of the wolf and the falcon waving on the sky. The tent had a magnificent cloth for its making, but seemed a bit old. Inside, some soldiers were accommodating Ronnel´s campaign furniture.<br/><br/>Albar entered the tent and nodded at some soldier he knew.<br/><br/>“I need the desk, could you bring it?”<br/><br/>“It´s still outside. I will have it fetched.”<br/><br/>It took a minute, and two soldiers placed the simple wooden desk on the ground. Albar fetched some scroll and quill, and wrote the small message.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">&lt;&lt;Riverrun has fallen. Wolves and Eagle share the castle. Drakes as well. War goes smooth. Ronnel.&gt;&gt;</span><br/><br/>He exited, saying farewell to the soldier, and rushed into the ravenry.<br/><br/>Inside it was dark and already smelly. Cages labelled with destinations hung from the logs used to sustain the tent, and the noise insider was quite disturbing, with those birds speaking in their old language all over the place. He strolled a bit till a big cage destined for the Eyrie with at least a dozen ravens was before his eyes. Inside the birds flapped, like desperate beings fighting for space. He opened the gate, careful they would not escape, and kept his hand inside, resisting pecks and scratches, until one of them laid on his wrist. He carefully got the raven out. It had a single eye.<br/><br/>Albar tied the scroll to the bird's leg. He was halfway when it shook off.<br/>“Fucking bird... Stay still!” He cursed. But the bird again moved, just before he could secure the scroll. Maybe he was doing it wrong? What was that noise? Ravens shaking the cages? What?<br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><br/>A third time, the bird shook off the scroll and raised its wings. It landed on the squire´s head, who gasped desperate as those birds in the cage. The wound on his neck offered a perfect meal for the one-eyed raven, and as the animal took its feast the ravens made a terrible noise, as Albar Royce died on the ground, his throat slit from behind.</span><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">King´s Landing, Warehouse. Fourty-five days After the Queen´s Death.<br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/rVEqLPj.png""/><br/>Adrian Hardyng-Stark</span></div><br/><br/>Adrian smiled as he looked over the book. It was neat and organized, and the summary was clear. He would check the details later. This meeting could have been held anywhere else, but he wanted a level of secrecy.<br/><br/>“I will make sure your brother is put to good use. We could need every able sword and having a trustworthy and experienced man helping in the city defense will come handy. Maybe he can aid us with coordinating the city watch for any eventuality.”<br/><br/>After that he looked again to the book for a second, then raising the sight. “We must work together if this crown is to survive. I fear the Iron Throne is not to resist any other change of hands, and might break if the Tyrells take this city. I hope I can have your complete help in this matter. Somebody who can organize the flow of gold, iron and force in little time will be essential, and the Battle for King´s Landing will be decided from today. Also, I advise our alliance in the matter is not public. If we are to succeed, we will have to out walk our power over the rest of the council, and some might dislike this.”<br/><br/>He was thinking on his father´s words, his face, when he knew Adas joined them in the council. If the Hardyng-Starks could work together while Adrian made Adas´s help possible without his father knowing it, the defense of the City would be possible, if all coin, sword and law could bend for this objective.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Eyrie, Fourty-seven days After the Queen´s Death.<br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/rVEqLPj.png""/><br/>Lysa Hardyng-Stark</span></div><br/><br/>The descent to the Gates of the Moon was slow. Lysa could barely stand the cold.<br/>Since Symond left the castle had been more silent than a tomb. It reminded her of those few days after the Queen´s Death. The days had also grown darker and colder, and the dawn and dusk seemed really close. The only noise in the Eyrie those days were those left behind by Symond to guard the Castle. The Council made daily meetings to deliberate the streams of food, steel and men around the Vale.<br/><br/>A step. Another one, and another. The stairs were hard, the stone seemed carved in the mountain itself. The Red Keep´s stairs felt less solid, less cold, carved in some red stone, unlike this nearly blue rock. Lysa wondered how was his father and brothers.<br/><br/>“Lysa, my dear.” A voice interrupted her careful watch over her step. It was Lord Belmore. He seemed beyond age, infinitely old after the Battle of the Dragon Passage, as it had been called. He was climbing up, and apparently was causing a commotion as he passed by those going up.<br/>“Lord Belmore. I wondered if you had gone down already.”<br/>“I had, and now I am forced to go up again.” He gasped. Lysa could only feel sorry for him. Lord Belmore was wearing a wool tunic, and over another tunic to provide further cover from the cold wind. he carried a small chest.<br/>“What is it?” She asked.<br/>“I have been tasked with taking the Arryn jewels down. I forgot of it and now I must go up again. I also...” He produced some rolls of paper. “...”I have to take these to the Castellan, detailed instructions for the next months.<br/>“It looks a bit of too much paper.”<br/>“It is... the idiot of Dorren did it on the big scrolls... Sorry, My Lady, I didn't mean.”<br/>“Oh, do not worry, I am used to that.” She wasn't, and Lord Belmore´s words scandalized him, he suddenly looked disgusting to her. “I could help you with that, if you wish.”<br/>“Oh...” He looked at the chest. “I wouldn´t... No, you should not do the extra effort.”<br/>“It´s not a problem. I just remembered I forgot some things myself.” She had forgotten a flask of Lysene perfume Symond had granted her upon her arrival. He said it was of her aunt, and he was his to give.<br/><br/>They climbed up for a while, very slow, and Lysa nearly dropped to the abyss after passing by a mule loaded with jars of tar, by the smell. Osrich Belmore helped her up. “Be careful, My Lady!”<br/><br/>Finally, the line of people going down seemed to be less dense, and they entered Sky. The castle always gave Lysa the shivers when looking from the Eyrie, as a fall over it seemed extremely painful, but below it was like a huge giant ready to step on her. They passed by the castle gate and headed into the cavern behind. They jumped on the basket leading up and in minutes reached the Eyrie, now nearly deserted.<br/><br/>“Lysa, dear, I will go fetch the Jewels and see if I can find the Castellan, thanks for your help.” Said Osrich, leaving her behind. Lysa walked to her chamber. She thought of the man, who would have to climb a bit more still, towards the Widow´s tower.<br/><br/>Lysa climbed to her own room, placed on the eastern side. The chamber was not empty, she would send for some servants to fetch the rest of her things, but that bottle was far too precious to leave behind just like that. Lysa walked towards the small bottle on a desk, and didn´t saw the shadow crossing in a rush outside her window, confusing the sound it made with a far falcon, or some bell down the valley.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Eyrie, Fourty-seven Days after the Queen´s Death.<br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/b/b2/Poor_Fellows.png""/><br/>Septon Irnald.</span></div><br/><br/>Irnald heard the sound over his own chamber, and noticed something was being dragged through the floor. A mumble. His heart rushed fast, and he ran out his room, with his book still on his hand.<br/>As he crossed the hallway for the stairs he started to think. It was Lord Osrich´s room. Maybe he had an attack. He had to get there quickly. He didn´t noticed the young man rushing the other way. They stumbled upon each other and both fell to the ground.<br/><br/>“Make way, you senseless fool!” He yelled at the boy, who simply stood up and rushed through the hallway. As Irnald worked his way up he cursed to the servant who didn't helped him instead of rushing away. He noticed a piece of scroll on the ground. Maybe he dropped it from his robe? He took it and read it.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">&lt;&lt;Belmore is dead, we can move on, burn Strongsong.&gt;&gt;</span><br/><br/>He stopped breathing. Maybe there was still hope. He looked around. There was nobody nearby, except for the boy who might be close, and would return, no doubt, to make sure nobody who read that scroll made it out alive. Irnald rushed up the stairway, gasping in fear. He entered the chamber of the Maiden´s Tower.<br/><br/>Inside he saw a shadow, pushing a body down the window. He managed to see the Bells on the clothes that disappeared soon after behind the wall. The shadow turned, and he saw Marlon Sunderland.<br/><br/>“What have you done!” He said aloud. Lord Sunderland smiled.<br/>“Damn old fool.” He jumped over Irnald, and the fall on the floor knocked him nearly unconscious. He soon realized he was being dragged over blood, and the window grew bigger.<br/><br/>“Stop! Please, stop! By the Seven, have mercy!” His own begging ended in a prolonged cry, a pitiful voice, dying in fear.<br/><br/>“I am sorry, my ways are too savage for me to show any mercy, old man. Now DIE!” A final push placed him with no sustain on the air. The sun provided no warm to him, as the window now grew smaller, and climbed up the tower, and the tower grew... Or was he falling? He looked down, and the rocks raised to meet him. He screamed.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Heart´s Home, Fourty-eight Days after the Queen´s Death.<br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/HdoLQHK.png""/><br/>Prince Symond Hardyng-Stark</span></div><br/><br/>The castle looked like a stone watcher with one foot over the white river and the other over the bay. Across the arm of the Narrow Sea, called “Forlon´s Womb” by the Corbrays, laid the seat of House Corbray. It was cloudy, and cold, and it seemed rain would fall as it had every afternoon since they left the Eyrie.<br/><br/>Symond and the knights took a ferry across the bay, between the waves that slowly raised. At a point he feared the horses would snap the leash holding them and fall to the water, but a knight calmed them. Looking onto the castle, he saw the waters that came from the Snakewood, jumping, evidently cold, as they came from the white mountains, from rock to rock, raising a fog with every fall on the ground. Small cascades interrupted below the bridge connecting Heart´s Home with a small flanking tower across this river, and they crossed through that stone bridge, about fifteen feet over the river, into the courtyard, naturally carved on a huge rock, but also filled with sand, plants, and even some trees. The main bulk of the castle overwatched from this rock, and another flanking tower connected through a bridge dominated the coast over a cliff. Symond saw a small cavern and some boats down the bay. The ferry, however, landed on the beach nearby.<br/><br/>“The horses cannot enter through the cavern, you will have to ride.” The Ferryman said when asked about it.<br/><br/>Inside the courtyard, there seemed to be little activity. Lord Corbray had left with Ronnel for the war, and his son came out to greet them. Symond failed to recall his name.<br/><br/>“Please, be welcome. My men will take care of your horses.” Five stable boys took the beasts into the stables, Symond and his retinue were lead into the Main Hall.<br/><br/>“Ser, I thank you for your hospitality. I hope you had news from your father?” Symond asked out of courtesy. The man was in his thirties, and with a golden hair he resembled a Lannister rather than a Valeman.<br/><br/>“My father was fine when the last raven arrived, over five days ago. My mother is old and would die soon, so he asks a lot of her.”<br/><br/>This was indeed sad. “I will pay your mother a visit...” He started, Ser Corbray interrupted.<br/><br/>“That won't be necessary, she is so sick she won´t take any visits, but I will send her your good wishes once I can.” He said hastily, Symond nodded.<br/><br/>Later that night Symond was interrupted in his sleep.<br/><br/>“My Prince, a raven from the north.” One of the men who rode with him said, giving him the letter. It was late at night, and Corbray had offered him his father´s chamber, empty during the campaign. The rest of his men slept in the barracks. After eating pork in the Main Hall, and making a toast for both host and guests, Symond felt heavy and tired.<br/><br/>“Just arrived?” He sat up on the bed and took the letter, it´s borders were wet.<br/><br/>“Thank you, Lyn, please, go.” He requested. His companion left immediately.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">&lt;&lt;My Prince, we have been informed the Sunderland Brothers have offered payment for Marlon´s head. They are also recruiting troops and paying well both in the Sisters and across the Bite. <br/><br/>Ronal Sunderland, claimant to the Sisters, has landed with two hundred men on the shores of the Vale, and made camp in the Fang Bay, fortifying their position.<br/><br/>Ser Thomas Egen, Royal Spymaster.&gt;&gt;</span><br/><br/>He thought for a minute. Those were indeed bad news. But where did the Sunderland gathered the gold to buy the services of levies and mercenaries in such little time? He needed to move.<br/><br/>Symond called for one of his knights and gave the order to ride at once. In hours they were leaving the castle, and heading north. Symon didn´t saw the smoke rising on the west, up through the Snakewood Forest.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Twins, Fifty days after the Queen´s Death.<br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/thumb/2/20/Belmore.PNG/250px-Belmore.PNG""/><br/>Lord Trystane Belmore.</span></div><br/><br/>The Twins had grown increasingly silent after the Northmen passed by. That was a day, Trystane thought, but since then, nothing happened, and only news of the fall of Seagard and now Riverrun brought joy to those gloomy days. Trystane kept looking east.<br/><br/>That day was specially dark. Clouds covered the top of the Mountains of the Moon, and he wondered if those Clansmen would be enjoying it as little as he was. The Green Fork offered little reflections of the sky, but some ponds showed the twisted waves of the drops of rain. Trystane was outside and rushed inside to keep himself from the water.<br/><br/>A rider came into the Twins.<br/><br/>“What is it?” He asked. His quartermaster called him, as it seemed the rider was looking for the Heir of Strongsong.<br/><br/>“Ser... I fear your Lord Father is dead.” The man said, just after stepping off his horse. He had clearly rode from a long distance.<br/><br/>“Where are you coming from?” Trystane asked.<br/><br/>“The raven arrived into Ryman´s Fall a day ago.”<br/><br/>It was a long ride for a day.<br/><br/>“Rest, soldier, you have fulfilled your duty.” Trystane said, taking the letter. His adoptive father was dead. He had learnt to love the old man long before he was named Heir, but now it seemed everything was more complicated. He had heard of the rebellions in Strongsong, and now, no doubt, his claim would be disputed, but it was the idea his father was murdered by one of his vassals what gave him the rage.<br/><br/>Three hours of yelling and cursing, even at some Freys, were taken by Trystane. He even called some Frey “You red-stained bastard.”<br/>Of course he was ashamed, but also too angry to admit it. After his rant, he simply ordered his troops, camping outside the Crossing, to get ready to march. He would make the impossible and lead two thousand men through the Mountains of the Moon, and squash the rebellion."
10313,Game of Thrones - Legacy: Chapter 2: Winter Storms (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322764&start=75,2015-01-09T23:30:00,Nuxipal,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ixidor Bloodfyre<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">44 AQD, Oldtown Guard Barracks, Oldtown</span></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/thumb/2/20/Oldtown.jpg/350px-Oldtown.jpg""/></div><br/><br/>""Lord Bloodfyre, the guard had been previously paid by the city coffers. Are you sure of this?"" said the captain of the Oldtown City Watch. His name was Ulthor Flowers. His mother was named Flowers as well. ""I am sure Commander Ulthor. The city watch will also be using a new sigil to go along side its new pay and new benefactor."" Expecting the blood red of House Bloodfyre, Ulthor was surprised. ""My lord, this is the shield of House Hightower."" Ixidor nodded, ""So it is, and they were put to the sword by the Tyrells. Rumor has it your mother was half Hightower herself. You are therefore a quarter Hightower. I want you to carry this shield, your men will carry similar shields and will be cloaked in gray and black. The Hightower is as much of a monument of Oldtown as the Starry Sept or The Citadel. Only one of those three monuments are battleworthy however.""<br/><br/>""Very well Lord Bloodfyre. Shall I have my men approach?"" Ixidor nodded, and the first few CIty Watchmen came in. Ixidor knew it would be a long day, but he had been meaning to do this for some time. He paid each City Watchman his previous week's salary, double and then a small bonus. For the next several hours all he did was hand out coins and exchange words with those that guarded the city. By the days end all that was left was the top few officers. He did the same for them. Double pay and a small bonus. Upon completion he started back towards the Hightower when Ulthor Flowers stopped him.<br/><br/>""Thank you, My Lord. The men seem much more impressed by you than before. Paying them yourself and then giving them double pay? Half of them are wondering where you got the coin for it. The other half are wondering if that raise is permanent."" Ixidor chuckled with Ulthor at the last bit. ""As a matter of fact, the raise is not permanent. Not to that degree at least. They can expect 3/4 of what they got today as their regular pay. Still 50% more than what they got under Tyrell. The first question, turns out the Tyrell soldiers aren't miracle workers when it comes to transporting that much coin.""<br/><br/>They parted ways and Ixidor returned to the Hightower. It had only been a day since his fleet set sail to join with the Redwyne fleet. He knew they would have meet with them sometime today and then continued on north.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ixidor Bloodfyre<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">50 AQD, The Hightower, Oldtown</span></span></div><br/><br/>For the last few days, Ixidor had remained in the Hightower. He saw no one in the last two. Not even his sister Rhaenys. There were rumors he died and other rumors that strange shadows were seen beneath the door. When he finally emerged, he smelled of brimstone and the first thing he went to do was mount Viserion. He took to the sky quickly and was said to have been chanting some strange words as he lifted off. The dragon moved swiftly and seemed to react better than it had ever before, making sharp turns and dives around the Hightower. He landed and immediately sought out his sister.<br/><br/>He found her in the training yard, hard at work with spear, and apparently already practiced with the bow as the several targets had been turned into pin cushions, but only along the lines between the scoring zones. ""Impressive Rhaenys."" was the first thing he said to her in days. She turned and looked at him, ""Why did you keep yourself locked away brother? Is this city not important enough to you to even govern now? I heard you even are paying the Gray Cloaks now.""<br/><br/>Ixidor looked at her, ""I did it, I saw Valyria. Not as the ruins I've been through half a dozen times, but as it was in the days of old. It is marvelous. I have learned so much. The spires of our ancestors, they were woven, the stone was not burnt to make it black. It was black because the magic used to weave it together stained it. We can build better defenses for Oldtown and The Hightower. I just need our fire mages from Elyria back.""<br/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Aelix Nogarys<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">53 AQD, Southern Coast of Dorne</span></span></div><br/><br/>The fleet had just passed the Arm of Dorne and the stepstones. The fleet was on course for Oldtown. Aelix and Eddard were busy planning on what to do when they found Ixidor. Aelix wanted Eddard to help in anyway he could. ""Lord Stark, we are going to be in Oldtown in just over a week. We need a good plan on to what to present to Lord Ixidor. He may have already taken Oldtown, but if not, we will have to do it and find out how to get word out to him. Our fleet should be sufficient to make a hole to the Hightower and capture it. Oldtown itself will need a landward army.""<br/><br/>The fleet was large and the troops on it were strong. They had even managed to pick up 500 Dothraki that were near enough Volantis to ride and meet them as they left port. They vowed vengeance for the death of the Khaleesi and demanded that her bones, or some of them, be brought back to the Mother of Mountains for proper handling. Most of the other troops hailed from either Elyria or Oros. Oros wasn't large, but it was Valyrian and Valyrians fight. Elyria is a direct descendant and they have a history of naval warfare unmatched in Slaver's Bay.<br/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Rhaenys Bloodfyre<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">53 AQD, Starry Sept, Oldtown</span></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/sz15T4k.jpg""/></div><br/><br/>Rhaenys was again at the Sept. The great structure was her most frequented place. Whenever she visited however she was oft followed by a group of Warrior's Sons. Today was different however, she chose to go to the commoner's portion of the sept. ""It is different, I haven't been down here before"" she explained to her guards. ""Besides, I'm armed. You are armed. Why would anyone in their right mind attack seven knights of the faith and the sister of a dragon rider while inside of a sept? Just doesn't make any sense at all.""<br/><br/>The knights shrugged. They entered the sept and the first of the knights made a path for Rhaenys to pass through. The path happened to go right down the middle of Tyr's group. Rhaenys walked past the ""sellswords"" but they caught her eye. They seemed a bit out of place. She whispered something to one of the Warrior's Sons. He went off outside of the structure. Soon there were three knights in black armor standing within the Sept. Then the other Warrior's Son reentered and made his way back to Rhaenys. The three Valyrian knights seemed to watch Tyr and his group now. They had been seen previously in the city and one of the knights there claims to have seen them get off a ship in the harbor.<br/><br/>Rhaenys took her position to pray to the seven and began her silent prayers for her brother, for the people of Oldtown, and for the people who had been lost to Krakens over the years. She missed her father terribly, and she never knew her mother. The faith was the only thing going. She seemed to slip into a brief sleep while praying and<span style=""font-style: italic"">saw her mother, she had never seen her before. She smiled at her and said one sentence, ""Tell your brother everything you see about me here."" she tried her best to remember but the only thing she could remember was her Silver-Gold hair, Lilac eyes, and a black dragon embroidered on her overcoat.</span><br/><br/>She sat up, her eyes wide. ""no.. Quentyn, I need to get to my brother. Where is he?"" The Warrior's Son looked around, ""I haven't the faintest idea. He may be flying on Viserion again or in the Tower."" She started to exit. She was only in the sept for fifteen minutes before she was leaving already. She rushed past Tyr one more time and the Valyrian Knights exited with her. One remained and watched them until the last of the Warrior's Sons left the sept.<br/><br/>In the square outside the Sept, Rhaenys saw Ixidor. He had seemingly hurried to find her as well. ""Brother! I have something to tell you."" He was puzzled, ""I do too.."" Almost at the same time they said, ""I saw mother!"" They were perplexed. ""You go first Rhaenys."" Ixidor told her.<br/><br/>She was rushed, ""The told me to remember to tell you everything I saw. She had silver-gold hair, lilac eyes and a black dragon on her overcoat."" Ixidor looked puzzled, ""She said the same to me, but she had the silver-gold hair, the lilac eyes, but she didn't have a black dragon. The black dragon is of House Blackfyre. They are extinct. There are none left. I saw her with a harpy on her overcoat. There was rumor she had a quarter Ghiscari Blood, so it made sense.""<br/><br/>They looked at each other before Ixidor said, ""I have to find out the truth."" He started towards the Hightower again when a knight of his stopped him and said something. ""Very well, lets go see if we can't hire them then. Go summon them to the courtyard here."" THe knight reentered the Sept and approached Tyr and his group. ""You have been summoned by Lord Bloodfyre. He will meet you just outside of the Sept."" He prepared to lead them out."
10314,Game of Thrones - Legacy: Chapter 2: Winter Storms (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322764&start=75,2015-01-10T19:19:00,Masimino,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">House Crakehall</span><br/><br/>Desmor was slightly amused, but knew it was inappropriate, and said ""Then it's agreed, my niece will marry you, and we will have an alliance together! Of course, I'll introduce you to the Lannisters"" He was feeling quite good, finally knowing the meeting's over and can finally get home.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Roland Crakehall</span><br/>Roland was busy solving the problems of different people, from blood disputes to animals to coins, everything was a problem. He saw his sister, being taught and being bored out of her misery. Roland smiled inside and continued to make decisions, which always had a bad effect, on him or the realm. He then called for the captains of the soldiers and ordered for more recruits to be added to the army. The captains nodded and soon the blacksmiths were making weapons while people were recruited to join the army"
10315,Game of Thrones - Legacy: Chapter 2: Winter Storms (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322764&start=75,2015-01-12T08:13:00,Independent States of Tula,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Tyr Baratheon</span></div><br/><br/><div align=""center"">53 AQD, Oldtown</div><br/><br/>As Tyr and his group prayed to the Seven they were rudely interrupted as a few knights entered and cleared a path straight through Tyr's group. One even had the gall to shove Tyr to the side, the act causing Tyr's men to turn and almost draw their swords at the disrespect towards their Lord, however Tyr quickly intervened and motioned for them to be calm as he shrugged off the disrespectful shove...he was disguised as a sellsword after all. It was then that Tyr saw her, a beautiful young woman with long flowing platinum hair and bright violet eyes, however what really struck Tyr was how these features perfectly resembled the deceased Queen Daenerys the Good...albeit much younger than when Tyr had first met the great lady. Tyr couldn't help but keep his eyes on this young woman who was closely watched over by her entourage of knights, he even ignored how one of those knights brought in three more black-clad knights after a whisper from the young beauty.<br/><br/>""M'lord...perhaps it may be time to leave? I don't think we're welcome here."" One of Tyr's men whispered to him.<br/><br/><span style=""color: #0000FF"">""We certainly aren't welcome...but let us stay here, these knights will not shed blood within the Sept. Plus I'd like to keep an eye on the lady...she must be very important if she's got that many knights guarding her.""</span>Tyr whispered back.<br/><br/>The soldier nodded and went back to what looked like praying. Tyr's entire group was now on edge but still they kept their hands clear of their weapons as they kept their eyes on the knights and the lady for any signs of hostilities, however they never came as the lady quickly ran out of the Sept with her knights following quickly behind.<br/><br/><span style=""color: #0000FF"">""Alright, give them a few minutes head start and then we'll leave, it won't be smart to stay here much longer.""</span>Tyr whispered to his men.<br/><br/>Most of Tyr's prayers had gone to the Warrior and as he said one last prayer to protect the men with him it was no different, and it looked like he might need all the help of the Seven as a knight reentered and announced to the group "" You have been summoned by Lord Bloodfyre. He will meet you just outside of the Sept.""<br/><br/>Tyr's men looked to him for a lead in how to respond to the man who had just caught them before they left, Tyr gritted his teeth and wondered if the Lord had found out about his being in the city, however he held on to hope that this was indeed not the case and so he got up and approached the knight before replying<span style=""color: #0000FF"">""My men and I would love to meet the Lord of this city...please lead the way.""</span><br/><br/>As the group moved towards the exit Tyr quickly whispered to one of his men<span style=""color: #0000FF"">""Be ready to fight if need be...I don't know how Lord Ixidor will react to our presence here.""</span>"
10316,Game of Thrones - Legacy: Chapter 2: Winter Storms (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322764&start=75,2015-01-16T09:25:00,Nuxipal,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ixidor Bloodfyre<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Outside the Starry Sept, Oldtown</span></span></div><br/><br/>""I was led to believe there were more of you,"" Ixidor said when Tyr and his companions arrived. ""When I hear that mercenaries arrive in my city and aren't employed with me, well.. I like to see what can be done to change their mind."" Ixidor had all the Valyrian traits, Platinum hair. Fair Skin. Uncommon aura of confidence. Then there was the one glaring difference. His eyes were as red as a man's blood. There were few tales from the far reaches of the world about men with these eyes. Yi Ti has one legend, though a sinister one. The Dothraki, another legend, only sinister to their enemies. The Ghiscari have a third such legend, and several well known families claim to have members of their family with this trait.<br/><br/>Standing next to him, Rhaenys Bloodfyre. She had short, Platinum hair, fair skin, and her eyes shown like amethyst. She stood there like the ghost of the late Queen Daenerys. She looked young, about as young as Daenerys when her dragons first hatched on the Dothraki sea. Then the ghost became a nightmare. Out from behind her a small, a couple feet long, dragon crawled up her leg and she lifted him to her shoulder. There she stood, dragon on her shoulder listening to her brother's attempt to hire these men.<br/><br/>""If it is gold your men want, then we have plenty to share. Titles, then it can be done. All who serve in my armies with honor are rewarded and exceptional skill will bring exceptional rewards."" While waiting Ixidor noticed some sort of yellow cloth beneath the black robes of one of the mercenaries. He took notice of it, ""You there,"" pointing to a man beside Tyr. ""Your cloak is concealing your true color. I can see the yellow plain as day from here. Which house are you from? Bracken? Dalt? Are you a survivor of house Cuy? Or are you perhaps one of my enemies, Merryweather perhaps? I would hear your answer.""<br/><br/>Ixidor's hand had pushed his sister behind him and put the other hand on his sword, though had not drawn it. He had knights for that purpose, but they seemed to be disciplined enough to not draw until he did. Rhaenys pushed his hand down, ""Brother, we are beneath the Starry Sept. You can't shed blood here, if they are from an enemy house they can't shed blood here. It's alright, they were just inside the sept after all."" Reluctantly he removed his hand, but still kept himself between Rhaenys and the mercenaries waiting for a response."
10317,Game of Thrones - Legacy: Chapter 2: Winter Storms (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322764&start=75,2015-01-16T12:00:00,Independent States of Tula,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Tyr Baratheon</span></div><br/><div align=""center"">53 AQD, Outside of the Starry Sept</div><br/><br/>""I was led to believe there were more of you,"" the man Tyr guessed was Lord Bloodfyre announced at their arrival ""When I hear that mercenaries arrive in my city and aren't employed with me, well...I like to see what can be done to change their minds.""<br/><br/>The young man had many Valyrian traits, traits which Tyr was familiar enough with during the times he'd seen Queen Daenerys in his life, however the glaring difference of Ixidor's blood-red eyes was not lost on Tyr who was inwardly unsettled by them. Still Tyr was good enough at hiding his feelings as he returned the Lord's gaze with his own steely gaze of dark eyes. His gaze only moved when he noticed movement by the young woman who so resembled the late Queen, what he saw almost threw his act off, a small dragon which the young woman quickly moved to her shoulder so that it could listen to what the Lord had to say.<br/><br/>Tyr's gaze returned to Ixidor however when he continued ""If it is gold your men want, then we have plenty to share. Titles, then it can be done. All who serve in my armies with honor are rewarded and exceptional skill will bring exceptional rewards.""<br/><br/>Tyr stayed silent a few moments and was about to reply when suddenly the Dragonlord pointed to the man besides Tyr and questioned ""Your there, Your cloak is concealing your true color. I can see the yellow plain as day from here. Which house are you from? Bracken? Dalt? Are you a survivor of House Cuy? Or are you perhaps one of my enemies, Merryweather perhaps? I would hear your answer.""<br/><br/>It was then that Lord Ixidor moved the young woman behind him and Tyr made the connection that she must be Ixidor's sister that Tyr had heard about, though none of those who had stated anything about her mentioned her appearance to Tyr, still that thought was quickly gone as Tyr noticed Ixidor's hand on his sword which caused his men to also put their hands on their swords which revealed more yellow cloth under the cloaks of Tyr's men. However Tyr quickly intervened on his men's behalf and motioned for them to let go of their swords, they were beneath a damn Sept after all and Tyr wouldn't spill blood here. Thankfully it seemed Ixidor's sister had the same thing in mind as she pushed his hand away from his sword.<br/><br/>Finally the two groups found themselves at a standstill as Ixidor seemed to await an answer, the man who'd been singled out looked to Tyr for guidance, Tyr simply answered<span style=""color: #0000FF"">""Tell the Lord the truth.""</span><br/><br/>The man now looked to Lord Ixidor and stated ""I am Barret Traever, son of Jorran Traever...a pig farmer. I'm no mercenary Lord Ixidor, but instead I'm a soldier, a soldier who faithfully serves his Lord...Tyr of the House Baratheon,""<br/><br/>With that said Tyr removed the clasp from his cloak and let the black fabric fall down to reveal his armor, it was his Grandfather's as the sigil on the chest plate clearly showed, and it was built for movement as it was made mostly of thick leather protected by chain-mail with a few small plates of metal to protect the more vital areas of Tyr's body.<br/><br/><span style=""color: #0000FF"">""My apologies for the deceit, Lord Ixidor Bloodfyre.""</span>Tyr began<span style=""color: #0000FF"">""I'm afraid we're not mercenaries for hire. I am Tyr Baratheon of House Baratheon, Lord Paramount of the Stormlands. I came here with this small entourage of my loyal soldiers to study this city and your soldiers before announcing my arrival, you must understand that I would be cautious of such a stranger to this game we've been playing in Westeros, especially when he has apparently not one but two dragons.""</span>"
10318,Game of Thrones - Legacy: Chapter 2: Winter Storms (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322764&start=75,2015-01-16T12:57:00,Nuxipal,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ixidor Bloodfyre<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">53 AQD, Outside the Starry Sept, Oldtown</span></span></div><br/><br/>Ixidor relaxed though kept his eyes on Tyr. He had not expected the High Lords to pay much attention to him unless he was successful or they came to stop his campaign. He hadn't succeeded, so was it possible Tyr Baratheon was here to stop him. Smiling Ixidor said, ""Well you can see why I don't exactly spread the truth about my sister's dragon. If the other lords knew we had a second they would try and steal it while it is still young."" Changing his tone to a more serious note, ""I had not expected any of the High Lords aside from my cousin to even pay attention to my little campaign here. It is an honor to have you in my city Lord Baratheon, I thank you for coming forward as you did. Unfortunately, my territory is just the city and the surrounding countryside. I haven't gotten word from my General regarding the fate of Brightwater Keep just yet. I would suspect that he is in the process of besieging it still.<br/><br/>""But, I shouldn't discuss my campaign further than that. If you don't mind my asking, why have your armies remained silent after the assassination of my grandmother? Garlan Tyrell killed her to try and take her place. The only reason I am in the Reach is to remove his family from power for their traitorous ways. If you wish, we could speak more privately. A public square is hardly the place for two Lords to speak. Come to the Hightower, I have been hard at work restoring some of the areas which have fallen out of use. You will of course be promised safe conduct as befits your position.""<br/><br/>Ixidor was perplexed, why would the Lord Paramount of the Stormlands risk his life coming all the way down here just to see what kind of man he was. It didn't make sense to Ixidor, who could escape if he went to the Stormlands on Viserion, but Tyr had no dragon. And if things went wrong surely Tyr knew he couldn't get away from a dragon."
10319,Game of Thrones - Legacy: Chapter 2: Winter Storms (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322764&start=75,2015-01-17T15:19:00,Independent States of Tula,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Tyr Baratheon</span></div><br/><div align=""center"">53 AQD, Outside the Starry Sept</div><br/><br/><span style=""color: #0000FF"">""In response to your question about my armies Lord Ixidor, I'm afraid I've been having them undergo extra training for nearly a month now under the watch of my bastard brother Auster Storm, I wanted to be certain that they would be up to the task I had in mind for them once I'd heard of my Queen's death. However I must agree with you that it would be best if we were to have the rest of our conversation in private...too many eyes and ears out here. I'll follow your lead Lord Ixidor, and I thank you for your promise of safe conduct.""</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">///</span><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Auster Storm</span></div><br/><div align=""center"">53 AQD, Storm's End</div><br/><br/>While going through the raven messages Auster came across one with the seal of House Stark, Lord Rickon had finally sent his reply to Tyr's message, or perhaps he had sent it some time ago and the raven had taken longer than usual to get back...in most probability it was the second option considering how Auster overheard a servant talking about how one of the ravens that had arrived was half dead and looked like it had been attacked by some bird of prey. Reading the message Auster saw that they meant for an alliance between House Stark and House Baratheon via marriage and that they expressed glad tidings for such an alliance between the Houses. Taking great care with his wording Auster began to pen the official response to Lord Rickon.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To Lord Paramount of the North, Rickon Stark:<br/><br/>Dear Lord Stark,<br/><br/>At the time of us receiving your message I'm afraid that Lord Tyr Baratheon was away on business concerning the welfare of the Stormlands. However as the Regent, I, Auster Storm will gladly inform you that Lord Baratheon will happily ride to Riverrun to meet with you to discuss the specifics and that he shall be informed of your response as soon as contact with him can be reestablished. I thank you personally for your patience in this matter.<br/><br/>Sincerely,<br/>Regent Auster Storm</blockquote><br/><br/>The next message that Auster came across was from the Night's Watch asking for more manpower, with a sigh Auster moved to make another reply<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To Lord Commander Jon Thenn, 1002nd Lord Commander of the Night's Watch:<br/><br/>Dear Lord Commander,<br/><br/>I'm afraid that Lord Tyr Baratheon was away at the time that we received your message and as such I, Regent Auster Storm shall send to you our House's official reply. We can loan to you no more than 500 infantry and archers to help boost your numbers at the Wall. However do please understand that we will wish for the survivors (if any are to take casualties then House Baratheon fully understands their sacrifice) back once your manpower is sufficiently high enough to last without this aid. I hope that this will please the Lord Commander and that the situation at the Wall does not substantially worsen. If it should however then please spare no haste in sending another raven requesting additional assistance from House Baratheon. We do not forget how Lord Stannis Baratheon the Righteous came to the Night's Watch's aid and we are prepared to do so again as the defense of the Realm is of our utmost concern.<br/><br/>Sincerely,<br/>Regent Auster Storm</blockquote>"
10320,Game of Thrones - Legacy: Chapter 2: Winter Storms (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322764&start=75,2015-01-18T22:42:00,Nuxipal,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ixidor Bloodfyre<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">53 AQD, The Hightower, Oldtown</span></span></div><br/><br/>ixidor and his men led Tyr to a ferry where they crossed to Battle Isle. No one knows what battle took place there, or when, or even between whom. However, its always been called Battle Isle and that is where the Hightower was constructed and improved on for thousands of years. Near the top, a roar is heard as Viserion takes flight towards the lands to the east, likely to go after the herd of wild cattle that had been roaming the area recently. There had also been a large migration of deer in the area recently. Either way, Viserion was off to feed.<br/><br/>They arrived and ascended the stairs to the secondary castle. The stones changed from black to the more familiar gray that modern structures are made from. Clearly there are many builders of the Hightower and not all had the same technological abilities as the others. Ixidor led Tyr to a room where they would be able to talk. He sat down at a table and a serving girl came out with cups for everyone. A second came with wine and offered it to all the guests and to Ixidor. Ixidor took a cup and had a sip before starting with Tyr again.<br/><br/>""Lord Baratheon. As you likely know, the Tyrells have murdered the Queen. My cousin has claimed the Iron Throne. Now, I am no kinslayer, but my men and several others believe the throne should be mine. So far, I have been hard pressed to disagree. The burning of Maron Martell showed how close to insanity he truly is. I heard his wife died and that the wedding was cancelled. I don't see him as a man capable of leading unless he can be stabilized. Baelor, his brother, would be better than he, but he bears the great burden of losing his dragon to the shadowbinder and Margaery Tyrell.""<br/><br/>Pausing for a moment he has a man come forward. ""However, every day I watch the reports from Kings Landing I keep thinking that it may be time that I plan to out him. He is not stable and my claim goes further than his ever will. On my 22nd birthday I received this letter."" He sends it down towards Tyr. He had another one for Rhaenys anyway, so it wasn't a loss if Tyr destroyed it in anger. ""The letter invites me to bring my sister and bride to Kings Landing. It goes on to legitimize my father's legacy and allow for us to inherit titles in Westeros. However, before I could get here. My wife dies. My grandmother dies. Garlan tries to take the throne and Aegon claims he was legitimized on her deathbed. It is damn difficult to argue as he has Drogon. However, Drogon is half wild still. Daenerys only rode him for battle, but never spent time taming him. Viserion was like that before, now he is mostly tame. He is not uneasy around people or horses. I can't say that for Drogon, but if Viserion and Drogon met head to head, Drogon would likely win. Fortunately, I have more practice riding that Aegon does.<br/><br/>""I however, have no intention of Dancing. If I end up marching on Kings Landing, it will be with two dragon riders. The armies of Dorne and the Reach at my back, and with the other lords paralyzed waiting for what comes next. I'll destroy the Iron Throne and rewrite the history of Westeros. The damnable chair has caused too many wars and cost too many lives. If this is to be one Kingdom, then it will be one Kingdom, not many stitched together. Tyr, if I go down this path. Do you think that you could follow? Aegon the Conqueror was a great leader, but without Orys he couldn't have subdued the entirety of Westeros and kept it together long enough for it to truly be called a single realm.""<br/><br/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Vaekar Kirineon<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">53 AQD, Brightwater Keep, The Reach</span></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/thumb/4/42/Yoann_Boissonnet_Brightwater_KeepII.JPG/350px-Yoann_Boissonnet_Brightwater_KeepII.JPG""/></div><br/><br/><br/>It was the late afternoon when the assault began. The sun was starting to drop in the sky and the siege weapons began to assault the walls. There wasn't a large garrison here, maybe 2500 men. The bombardment forced them to take shelter instead of defend the walls. The moment the siege weapons stopped, the ladders were on the walls and arrow fire was falling on top of the walls and over them. Damage to the walls in some areas was great and in others, it was untouched. The gate was untouched, but not for long. A great battering ram was approaching the gate as men scaled the walls near the gate. The Tyrell soldiers tried breaking through the lines of the Bastard Company, which were sent into the forefront of the assault. While taking casualties, the Bastard Company did one other thing, capture the gatehouse opening it for the rest of the company. Men poured through the open gate to create a pathway for the battering ram.<br/><br/>It was night before they had forced the Tyrell men into the keep itself. They had barred the doors and were going to hold out as long as they could. However, Vaekar didn't mean to leave them there too long. While the Tyrell men were preparing to eat, feeling secure in the keep. The door to the great hall started shaking. The battering ram was breaking down the door. They rushed to their arms to defend the hall where the commanding officer was still present. However, the battering ram broke through on its fourth swing, a large steel plated point bent the iron plated door bar and broke the wood beneath it. The door was then pushed open and men rushed in. Swords and spears in hand. The final stand was fierce, but in the end the Blue Dragon flew over the keep and a raven was sent to Oldtown to celebrate the victory. The Bastards company had been the only unit to be used in the assault and thus took the casualties from the assault."
10321,Game of Thrones - Legacy: Chapter 2: Winter Storms (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322764&start=75,2015-01-19T15:21:00,Independent States of Tula,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Tyr Baratheon</span></div><br/><div align=""center"">53 AQD, The Hightower, Oldtown</div><br/><br/>When Tyr's group arrived at the ferry Tyr ordered his men to wait by the dock for his return, trusting Lord Ixidor to keep his promise of safety, perhaps a bit naive and risky but still a little bit of trust would hopefully go a long way in trying to convince the Lord to change his allegiance to House Baratheon. On the trip to Battle Isle however the quiet of the trip was interrupted by a loud roar and Tyr saw a familiar enough dragon, Viserion, take flight off the top of the tower...Tyr merely frowned at the sight and he felt that he was beginning to dislike the fire-breathing beasts. Still Tyr kept these thoughts to himself as he followed Lord Ixidor into the secondary castle made of more common materials and into a room that was far more private than a public square, taking a seat across from Ixidor, Tyr accepted the wine and ignored it for the time being as he listened intently to what Lord Ixidor had to say. However when Ixidor started off with thoughts of overthrowing his Cousin on the Iron Throne, Tyr couldn't help but look surprised at the brunt nature of his host...though secretly Tyr respected such a nature. Tyr's surprise only grew more when he was handed a letter which in practice legitimized Lord Ixidor as the late Queen's chosen heir, an act which was seemingly supported by the Small Council of the time if their seals and hers were to be believed.<br/><br/>The surprise turned to a brief spike of anger before moving on to a bitter-sweet feeling in Tyr as he read something which completely eradicated Tyr's claim to the throne. In a way Tyr was happy that such an overwhelming responsibility to the Seven Kingdoms was now off his shoulders but on the other he was angry that the Queen had ruined his chance to change Westeros and end the bloodshed. As the two feelings conflicted within Tyr, Lord Ixidor continued by explaining that he would indeed march against his Counsin and that he asked if Tyr would follow down that path with him.<br/><br/>Tyr was silent for several tense moments before letting out a chuckle and pointing towards the letter<span style=""color: #0000FF"">""I see that the late Queen did not desire to see another Baratheon sit upon the Iron Throne...even if she'd be long dead by that point. Though considering what that damn lard Robert did I can't say I can blame her completely for giving my birthright to you Lord Ixidor.""</span><br/><br/>Putting the letter back down Tyr let out a sigh and continued<span style=""color: #0000FF"">""However this letter will not bring you allies here in Westeros, some will have the honor to follow you, but far too many will be wary of such a move considering your a stranger who only just arrived from Essos and that someone already sits on the Throne...despite their weak and false claim. ...I can help with that though, I have clout with the Starks, our two Houses should still be close and I will hopefully be able to convince Lord Stark to follow you. If the Starks and Baratheons follow you then victory will be assured. ...However before we speak anymore on the subject of our future actions there is something which I must do now.""</span><br/><br/>Getting up from his chair Tyr moved to stand before Lord Ixidor, staying there for a moment Tyr draws his sword slowly and gets down on one knee, placing the sword on the raised leg and in his palms before swearing<span style=""color: #0000FF"">""House Baratheon and Tyr Baratheon stand with the rightful King, Ixidor Bloodfyre, my Sword is yours, my Life is yours, and those loyal to me are yours. I swear it upon the Old Gods and the New.</span>"
10322,Game of Thrones - Legacy: Chapter 2: Winter Storms (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322764&start=75,2015-02-01T08:13:00,Kuhlfros,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://fc05.deviantart.net/fs70/i/2012/194/3/e/house_stark_by_archaox-d574syw.jpg""/></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Rickon Stark, Riverrun, 48 DAQD</span><br/>Rickon sat on the bed that once was Lord Hoster Tully, his grandfather's deathbed, stroking his beard habitually as he stared at the two letters sitting before him, the master of the castle standing at the doorway, The bright eyes of the man once known as the ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Fierce Wolf</span>"" softened and a lone tear left from his eye and into his clean beard. ""Damn them all, The Lord and the Queen murdered, The disinherited escaped with his mother to Essos, and the last claimant, Petyr, escaped the dungeons of the Red Keep with his Uncle the Grand Maester and are assumed to sail for the wall....There isn't a true Tully for Riverrun, the Riverlands will break apart with this news, Maester send letter for Winterfell so that some of the Garrison will march for Winterfell, and also right one to be distributed all across the Riverlands...<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To the Lords of the Riverlands<br/><br/>With of the heaviest of hearts at the news of Lord Tully, and the Queen, The Disappearance of Petyr whom should be heir, Lord Paramount Rickon Stark, Lord of Winterfell, and Warden of the North, Names Himself until this war ends Warden of the Trident, so that the Riverlands will not split apart, Rickon will enforce order and unity within the Trident until this war my come to an end, For that to happen however, he will need to raise the Riverlander Hosts to Unite with the Northmen and Valemen Hosts and March for a Peace and end the Blood in the Snow.</blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Commander of the Kingsguard, Brandon Stark, 41 DAQD, Winterfell</span><br/>Brandon smiled as he left to his quarters, leaving Alayne with his Fur and White Cloak covering her in front of the fire pit he took her too and said, ""Times are Changing, My Princess, and Forget not that Dragons are not the only magic still alive in this realm, The Future holds a blur, It appears my Greenseeing is not as well as it once was....""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Eddard Stark, Heir of Winterfell, 53 DAQD, Off the Coasts of Dorne</span><br/>Eddard had been planning with Aelix and excited to return to Westeros, in response Eddard said ""Perhaps if we drop a fraction, perhaps even my Sellsword Force, on the coast, not even a league away from Oldtown, we can make a decisive assault for Lord Ixidor's army, and if Oldtown is already captured...Well then he has a new fleet and army to take on the Reach.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Last Hearth, 53 DAQD</span><br/>Last Hearth was far from what it look before the War of Five Kings, the Others had ripped the keep down stone for stone, but after the Northmen retook it and the Umbers regained control of the Ruins, and a new gift, they rebuilt the Keep to truly make up for its name, the fortress would no longer be the only line of defense from beyond the wall. And their New Gift assisted them build the keep quickly. The Umbers were given custody over raising the Mammoths Behind the Wall, and it was because this reason, people were celebrating, four new mammoth calves have been born in the past week, bringing the herd to the numbers of 28 mammoths. The Giant of a man Lord Umber, was curious on how the House Magnar of Skagos held with the raising of Unicorns, or Beyond the Wall, where the Northmen and Free-Folk resettled HardHome and got along with the Settlement of Giants some ways away from them. or even Winterfell, where they had been rising another yearling litter of Direwolves, the fourth generation since Nymeria and Shaggydog. Whom thankfully with some Wildling Direwolve could prevent incestuous and deformed wolves from occurring."
10323,Valkyria Chronicles [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322765,2014-12-06T19:46:00,Rupudska,"<div align=""center""><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321202"" rel=""nofollow""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.gamingtruth.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/01/Valkyria_Chronicles_Logotipo.png""/></a></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">February 6, 1940 E.C.<br/>Doerfein Mountains, east-central Gallia<br/>9:28 PM</span><br/><br/>Winter nights in the Doerfein mountains were always immensely cold. A continuous breeze of about 10 km/h only made it that much worse. Thankfully it wasn't snowing anymore, but the cold was still too bad to be aggravating.<br/><br/>Gallian 2nd Lieutenant<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?p=22607056#p22607056"" rel=""nofollow"">Henriette Nagel</a>sat upon the roof of a medium tank decked out in Gallia's blue-grey and white winter camouflage. She, however, was in Gallia's winter uniform, a heavy coat, thick pants and boots, all a uniform cadet blue with, apart from the odd shapes of its camouflage, no markings besides an indicator of rank on the right breast and the squad insignia on the left, in muted colors.<br/><br/>She peered through a pair of binoculars. She didn't expect to see anything, and she didn't. She, and the rest of Squad 196, had been sent into the Doerfein Mountains to investigate East Europan activity in the area. The mountains were rich in two things, both of which the Autocrats had great interest in: Ragnite ore, and Darcsens to force to mine them. And with the Darcsen's philosophy of no retaliation, that made the mountain range a prime and tasty target for the East Europans.<br/><br/>However, apart from a possible scout or two, the 196th had yet to see a single sign of the Auts in the area. Not here on the side of the mountain, not in the nearby village.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">This is stupid,</span>Henriette thought.<span style=""font-style: italic"">There are no Auts out here and the military knows it. Even if they are pushing into Gallian territory, they haven't gotten this far yet. The regular army wants all the medals to itself, so it's keeping us out here in the boonies.</span><br/><br/>The bell in the clock tower in the village struck four times nine times, then twice more. Nine thirty. The others should be getting back about now from their scouting of the area... hopefully they found at least something..."
10324,Valkyria Chronicles [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322765,2014-12-06T20:14:00,Finorskia,"Heike Van Haenraets disliked the cold. More like a sense of extreme loathing really. In fact it would be more accurate to say that Heike just outright hated the cold all together, and the snow. Being from Gallia, a relatively northern country, meant that even at his home in the south Heike had dealt with the cold and snow before. The problem was that he was currently in the mountains, where the weather is very different then that of the plains. Thus Heike was miserable, or he would have been had he not been sitting inside a tank with an engine that kept the whole place nice and toasty. So instead of complaining about the cold Heike happily hummed one of his harmonica tunes to himself, since the Lt. had forbidden him from playing it while on duty, while he lazily sketched the tanks interior in his log book."
10325,Valkyria Chronicles [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322765,2014-12-07T17:11:00,The Carlisle,"Private Chevy was trudging through the snowy paths of the mountains they were stationed in. To be honest, she liked being stationed here. The Darcsen town nearby made her feel at home and the weather was perfect for her. Being a foundry girl, the cold weather was a gift as the hot airs of the foundry were always cooled by the chilly weather. Of course, she didn't have to work in a foundry after her 12th birthday, but the love of the cold air still clung to her.<br/><br/>The area she was scouting was all snowy paths through the woods and valleys. The white snow made for beautiful landscape withing these mountains, untarnished by anything. It had a certain serenity to it, one which would never leave no matter what happened in this world. She felt at peace here, a high contrast to the stressful war.<br/><br/>In saying all of that, she found absolutely nothing. No tracks, no treads, no signs of enemy movement. The place was untouched. She was happy that she didn't spot anything, but also a bit disappointed. It either meant that they were elsewhere, barreling down on some other squad. Maybe something else. Either way, it made her feel that what they were doing was unimportant and that they were placed there so as not to get in the way.<br/><br/>Well, at least she knew that the forests and valleys would remain untouched for another day. That put her at peace.<br/><br/>Ten minutes later, she was back at camp. The Lilimarleen and her commander was a welcome sight. ""Lieutenant Nagel!"" she shouted as she approached the tank. She stopped near the front of it. ""Scouted areas A1, A3, and B1. No sign of Imperian Forces ma'am."""
10326,Valkyria Chronicles [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322765,2014-12-07T17:54:00,Hetland 2,"<span style=""font-style: italic"">Creeak.</span><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Creeak.</span><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Creeak.</span><br/><br/>Bichette pushed herself out from under the tank, oil splattered on her clothing and sweat dripping on her clothes. ""Mon dieu. Ah well. I zink she iz, 'ow do you zay, good az new."" She pounded on the back of the tank. ""Heike, mon bébé, would you be a dear and start up ze engine so I can make zure I did my job properly? Si vous le faites, je aimerais vous donner un traitement spécial."" She yawned and began redressing herself. It was hard enough doing repairs in the field and in the cold, but her large breasts made it even more difficult to actually work, however, it was nothing that some breast bindings couldn't fix. Thankfully she'd gotten easy remove ones and pulled them off ans stored the in the duffle bag with her spare clothing, before putting her slightly less grease stained uniform.<br/>""Lieutenant, if I did everyzing right, she should be purring, like ze kittens, Mama kept in ze car barn.""<br/>She sighed, and lit up a cigarette, looking quietly at the mountains. She heard the crunching snow, of what she presumed to be their scout, Chevy's return. She gave Chevy a quick nod and waved, ""Zank you for you work, mon petite Chevy, do you want a zig or a drink? Ze'll warm you right up."""
10327,Valkyria Chronicles [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322765,2014-12-08T02:19:00,Minroz,"<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://img2.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20100526202320/hetalia/images/a/a9/Earlygermany_vol3.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Aron Groebbel</a>, the ex-Imperial soldier appeared in his Gallian army winter outfit, added with his old army dagger, is trudging towards his commander’s position with his weapon he carries over the shoulder. He was back from his scouting hours ago. And he marched with discipline and airs of professionalism. And he wasn’t put off by the cold environment of As expected of his soldierly background. However, this doesn’t stop Gallians especially the locals from giving him dirty looks and accusing him as an enemy spy due to obvious reasons. Aron always shrugged it off and to make himself known that he’s no longer the member of the Imperial Army, nor is he in any association with the Autocrats ruling the today’s empire.<br/><br/>As soon as Aron arrived to rendezvous with the others at the tank ‘Lilimarleen’, he snapped his heels to salute Lieutenant Henreitte Nagel – his Gallian superior. An old habit of his when greeting his superior officer back in the Imperial Army and it’s not going to change soon.<br/><br/>“Sergeant Groebbel reporting! No signs of Imperial forces in our vicinity, nor their signs of movement. I have taken initiative of inspecting the area and found nothing suggesting any Autocrats ever step foot in the mountains for now.” Aron stated.<br/><br/>Peeking at his Gallian teammates (Heike, Chevy, Bichette) and made a light scowl of disgust. It may seem he’s being racist; actually Aron was being too apprehensive to be in their company, rather than being a stereotype Imperial.<br/><br/>“Awaiting further orders, ma’am.” He said. The blonde man hoped Henreitte will give him something to do so he can distract himself away from members of 196th. And plus his wish not to bother them because he was an Imperial.<br/><br/>Aron felt he’s not going to get used in the Gallian militia, nor fitting in. However, he does share his commander’s distaste for the Gallian Regular Army’s elitist attitudes. Not to mention, he considered the Regulars as pompous cowards and found admiration the militias’ determination to fight despite the blatant callousness of their High Command, partially based on his experience in invasion of Gallia. He grew to respect the militia as true soldiers.<br/><br/>Though this doesn’t mean he’ll trust his Gallian comrades. Perhaps for now."
10328,Valkyria Chronicles [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322765,2014-12-08T03:12:00,Hetland 2,"Bichette grinned lecherously as Aron reported back in. She giggled, ""Ah, Aron, mon petit lapin, I am zo glad zat you're ztill all in one peice, no? Here, 'ave zome liquer to warm you up."" She hopped off the tank and walked up to Aron, taking a swig from her flask, before gesturing at him with the flask. ""Zee, we are bonding, and perhaps we might bond even more, no? Sneak behind ze iron kitten for a little une liaison?"" She chuckled to herself before passing the flask to Aron. She was of course kidding about the latter part but she wasn't exactly lying about her intentions. Her parents had always told her to pursue love earnestly, but they probably hadn't expected her to pursue nearly any man that she came across with the same enthusiasm.<br/><br/>Bichette paused in her flirtations to flick the ashes off her cigarette. ""Zo, mon petit lapin, would you care for one of my zigs?"""
10329,Valkyria Chronicles [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322765,2014-12-11T08:51:00,Finorskia,"""About time"" Heike muttered to himself when Bichette ordered him to turn the tank on. He placed his pencil in his notebook, shut it, and then put that in a leather shoulder bag he kept hanging from the back of his seat. He sat up straight, gripped the steering controls and pushed the starter. The tank rumbled as the engine roared to life. He listened to soft comforting hum of the engine for a few moments, nodded to himself in content, and then shut it off. He then opened the drivers hatch and poked his head out of the tank.<br/><br/>""Sounds good Ma'am, you did a good job."" He informed her."
10330,Valkyria Chronicles [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322765,2014-12-15T22:25:00,Minroz,"<blockquote><div><cite>Hetland 2 <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322765&amp;p=22721936#p22721936"">wrote</a>:</cite>Bichette paused in her flirtations to flick the ashes off her cigarette. ""Zo, mon petit lapin, would you care for one of my zigs?""</div></blockquote><br/>“No thank you. I have other things to do.” Aron flatly answered. He clearly didn’t seem to approve of Bichette’s offer, partly out of his old habit as an Imperial officer or something else more personal. Before he ever tries to reprimand the flirtatious woman for her ‘loose’ conduct, a loud voice interrupted him.<br/><br/>“Arrooooooon~” A girl’s called out from the team’s horizon. The blonde Imperial could only sighs in frustration, he knew the voice and his expression shows that he is not happy to see her.<br/><br/>Everyone sees a (buxom) Darcsen teenage girl, dressed in the Gallian winter army uniform and carrying her Lancer on the back, is skipping towards them with a picnic basket in hand oddly enough. She was actually getting food from the friendly folks of the village nearby for everyone.<br/><br/>“Everyone! I’ve brought you food from the village!” Alana chirped happily. As soon as she’s getting closer to the squad’s tank suddenly she tripped over the rock, head colliding with the Earth. The basket dropped down, letting the contents rolled over and spread around the ground.<br/><br/>Watching her clumsiness, Aron facepalmed at it and grumbled to himself.<br/><br/>“Guuuh~” She sniffled like a child. Her teary eyes gave way to puppy looks, anyone will feel immediate sympathy for the poor Darcsen girl. Alana is said to be the clumsy girl of the squad and the most jovial lass who likes to help. Interestingly, it made her cute. For Aron, it’s too troublesome.<br/><br/>“Good grief…” The man grumbled. He walked over to Alana and helped her up.<br/><br/>“But the food…” Alana sniffed. “I-it’s my fault again.”<br/><br/>Aron’s hand started patting over her head. He said, “Be careful next time. There’re times you have to stand up yourself, Corporal. Nobody can help you all the time if you keep on being clumsy.”<br/><br/>“Mmmh…” The Darcsen whimpered. Noticing her distress, Aron rubbed the bruise on the head to assure her. “It’s alright. Just…” He’s finding words to express for his Darcsen ‘companion’. “Just be careful, alright.”<br/><br/>“Y-yes sir!” Alana smiled weakly as she saluted him."
10331,Valkyria Chronicles [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322765,2014-12-20T07:13:00,Rupudska,"Henriette facepalmed. Alana was a complete klutz, and with an anti-tank recoilless rifle, that was a liability. ""Alana, please, try to watch where your going, especially on rough terrain like this. You could easily get yourself needlessly hurt.""<br/><br/>She pulled herself out of the tank's turret with a grunt, hopping down to the ground beside the tank.<br/><br/>""Well we haven't found any Imperials, either. Which means either they aren't here, or they're in hiding. And since I actually trust our intel this time, I would guess they're in hiding. Which means we'll have to find them some other way. We'll head to the northwest of the city and extend the antenna, monitor for Imp transmissions. They're here, and I know it."""
10332,Valkyria Chronicles [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322765,2014-12-20T11:40:00,The Carlisle,"Chevy got a concerned look when Alana and ran over to her. Though, Aron got to her first before her. She stood around nearby watching. She didn't completely trust the man around Alana, so she kept an eye on him as he took care of Alana. She herself went to the fallen food and started picking up what was usable off the ground. Luckily, most of it was hard foods. Breads, some fruits, some vegetables. The soups were sadly lost, but it was not such a big deal for her. She could actually make a soup out of this stuff. The vegetables would make a good broth. She pictured a hotpot in her mind, mentally licking her lips.<br/><br/>She put the last salvageable bit into the basket Alana dropped and walked over to her. ""Here Alana. See? most of it is fine,"" she said, offering the basket back to Alana."
10333,"Spectrum (Magical RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322781,2014-12-06T21:40:00,Aona,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/DqjSaP5.png""/><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Welcome to Keene. Nothing much happens here. <br/><br/>The shores of the Great Lake Huron ripple against the cliffs. The roads stretch through the small streets of cafes, insurance companies, and the town's only grocer, Aura Mart. Duplexes combine small businesses and homes together. The high school, Keene High, rests comfortably between buildings. The town feels sleepy, complacent. Quiet. The citizens of Keene lazily roll by day after day, all content with their monotonous lives. Sure, it isn't exciting, but it is reliable, and comfortable. Sunlight and moonlight blend into each other, combined by the common overcast of rainy days. <br/><br/>The roars of jet engines rocket overhead as the days stretch on, towards the Air Base that resided twenty miles to the north. It offers a brief glimpse into another world, another life. The road, its own cliffside to the massive lake that feels like an ocean, stretches through the rocky coast. Nothing but the waves reach this almost endless stretch.<br/><br/>Another summer has come to an end, and Keene is just as it was before. Quiet, safe, and unchanging.<br/><br/>After all, in a small town like this, what could happen?</span><br/><br/>-ROOM 1-3-<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""color: #BF0000"">~Red Start~</span></span></div><br/><hr/><br/><br/>As the teacher droned on about the contents of the new textbook, Leigh stared out the window by his desk, and watched the rain slam against the window.<br/><br/>The sky had been overcast the day before, though the sun still managed to peek its way through, as if it were giving a final gift to the new students of Keene High. The sun had left since then, though, leaving a torrential downpour on top of the town since early this morning. Leigh's hair was still damp.<br/><br/>Still, at least he had somewhere to go now. The summer's events were all but interesting, composed mostly of housecare and trips to the store. His semi-friends that had been made in his last year of middle school drifted away from him, to his own indifference. He looked around his classroom, breaking his gaze from the window. He saw a few familiar faces, though most he had never attempted to talk to before now. He mentally shrugged.<br/><br/>His thoughts were interrupted by the teacher, a man named Rosenthal, as he cleared his throat. ""Now,"" he began, and started to hand out sheets of paper. ""These are your electives. Some of you have signed up for school activities, others have been assigned to you. Your elective is an hour and a half long, from 10:00 to 11:30, which will lead you until lunch. This is a new schedule, and we trust it will fit you well. Now, resuming the lesson...""<br/><br/>The leaflet slid onto Leigh's desk. He looked across the wall of text, looking for his name under ""Assigned Classes"". Surprisingly, he didn't find his name. His eyes slid across the page, before seeing his name.<br/><br/>""Leigh Brodie- Newspaper Club""<br/>A recreational club? He was surprised. Recreational clubs were reserved for personal requests, or the highest percentage of students. And he wasn't particularly good at reporting. So the question remained:<br/><br/>Why?<br/><br/>Before he could think very hard, the bell rang. As students go up to leave, Mr. Rosenthal's voice came from behind a newpaper, a reminder of Leigh's current predicament. ""Remember, follow the room guide on your leaflet. See you in a few hours."""
10334,"Spectrum (Magical RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322781,2014-12-07T01:12:00,Fvaarniimar,"Cecily Jyotsna Kevinson, more often known as Cecily or CJ, eyed her room guide as she walked down a hall filled with bustling kids. Perhaps she should have been concentrating on finding her next class; regardless, her mind was wandering. She'd been assigned, of all things, a newspaper club. She did get good grades - maybe that explained why she'd received a type of class typically assigned to top students, despite her lack of interest in the subject? Then again, perhaps the universe or God or Krishna or Ganesh or someone else or karma or<span style=""font-style: italic"">whatever</span>had decided to play a trick on her, or perhaps the explanation was more mundane - the head honchos hadn't known where to put someone like her, and, given that she hadn't signed up for something logical...<br/><br/>Regardless, at least her parents would probably be pleased. They had been bugging - her lips turned upward slightly at the ironically-phrased thought - her to display interests beyond entomology. Apparently her various more brief interests (ranging from sampling some of the world's oddest beverages to classical music to a confusing attempt at code breaking) hadn't quite cut it. While it was annoying, they did have a point. Colleges looked for extracurriculars, and who else would find half the stuff she'd messed with worthwhile? Besides, maybe this could be a chance to make some friends - to find people who wouldn't find her interests to be a constant source of amusement, almost always at her expense.<br/><br/>Of course, any such potential friends would be fast exposed to said interests, as Cecily wore a T-shirt she'd decorated, text and a scribbled ant in cool colors against a golden yellow background. Slogan: ""This ant is stronger than you (proportionally)"". (Unfortunately, ""stronger"" looked like ""strange"" if viewed from the front, as it went off the side. She figured that - given that that was likely also true - it wasn't really worth the trouble to redo it.) With said top, she wore a blue batik-print skirt that her mom had talked her into (among other things it matched the ant), a pink beaded bracelet, a pair or flip-flops which had once been tan and were now covered in rainbow-hued scribbles, and what her dad had called a ""refreshingly normal"" backpack (they'd found a traditionally styled green two-tone piece. It was already starting to get covered with scribbles and doodads...)"
10335,"Spectrum (Magical RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322781,2014-12-08T17:07:00,Raktio,"Jason looked at the list of elective classes, he hadn't signed up for anything since the last time he had signed up for a a 'interesting class' he ended up blowing the electrical grid while testing his semester project. Finding his name he looked next to it to find that he had been stuck into a newspaper club, for a moment he pondered the question<span style=""font-style: italic"">wouldn't that be a an extra curricular?</span>Shrugging the thought off he figured he would just be the tech guy for the group since it was what he did best, and likely build a new news paper printer while he's at it."
10336,"Spectrum (Magical RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322781,2014-12-09T14:30:00,OneEarth,"Elijah Cooper leaned back in his chair, listening to music from<span style=""font-style: italic"">Guys and Dolls</span>on his phone. He had to force himself not to sing along when ""Luck be a Lady"" came on, and he was just barely controlling himself when the schedule was slipped onto his desk. Taking out his earbuds, he quickly scanned the piece of paper, looking for his name.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Newspaper Club?</span>he thought mentally,<span style=""font-style: italic"">I better not have to drop Choir or Drama for this.</span><br/><br/>He shrugged and slipped the ear buds back in, letting his mind slip.<br/><br/>""Luck be a Lady tonight,"" he sang quietly, not noticing, ""Never get out of my sight. Luck if you've ever been a lady to begin with, luck be a lady tonight."""
10337,"Spectrum (Magical RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322781,2014-12-20T19:11:00,Super-Llamaland,"Alex McDermott yawned and leaned back in his chair, the back of his jeans slowly sliding down the seat. The day was cold and damp - typical of the weather around Keene, really - but the overenthusiastic heater made the air uncomfortably warm. He lay back and listened to the teacher drone on about class schedules.<br/><br/>The schedules were handed out soon after, and Alex, getting up, eagerly scanned it, looking for his name. He couldn't find his name under his expected classes, but it soon popped up -<br/><br/>Alex McDermott - Newspaper Club - 10:00 to 11:30<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">What?</span><br/><br/>That was strange - Alex didn't think himself a reporter. In any case, it certainly wouldn't be worse than his other classes, Alex thought depressedly, so he might as well give it a shot."
10338,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985,2014-12-08T16:55:00,Zarkenis Ultima,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Note:</span></span>Please do not post here unless you have been accepted in the<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=321037"" rel=""nofollow"">Out Of Character Thread</a>.<br/><hr/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""color: #BF0000""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Children Of Infinity</span></span></span><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #800000""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Millenary Shadows</span></span></span></div><br/><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #BF0000""><del>T</del></span></span>he Universe, vast and magnificent, full of darkness and full of light, stretched out before the eyes of the ones who looked out at it through the transluminic metal panels that acted as windows for the people within the chariot, a bullet-shaped red, silver, black and gold vehicle with the symbol of the Order of the Phantom Blade visible on the top half, right in the middle. Said vehicle was dragged along through the black void by a smaller, similarly colored spacecraft with a form like that of a pyramidal star, an energy chain coming out of each of the star's five points and connecting it to the bullet, the 'wagon' as it was called by the people, where the passengers of a chariot sat during the journey while the small but powerful star drive bound to the wagon did all the job of getting the passengers to their destinations in a safe manner, for its functions were not limited to providing horsepower for the chariot, it was also a shield generator, tasked with destroying or otherwise deflecting anything that posed a threat to the safety of the passengers.<br/><br/>Of course, the passengers of this chariot could not actually see any of this take place, as they were comfortably seated inside the vessel, waiting to arrive to the last stop of their journey. Students, they were, students headed towards a place far from home: the Silver Hand Academy, named so in honor of Lady Sylvalladine, whose hands clad in silver armor wielded holy spells and mighty swords alike and forged the Order which now sent the most promising of their youth to that academy, built in that place where the skies were made of molten rubies, the Red Citadel of Arcadia. They were sent there to become champions, to become heroes, but for now, they sat within the chariot, led on through the stars and on towards their destiny.<br/><br/>The inside of the chariot where the recruits sat was nothing too extraordinary, truth be told. A white cylindrical chamber with two parallel lines of gray metallic seats laid out, a black cushion on each seat for the comfort of the recruits. Above, the symbol of the Order of the Phantom Blade was again to be found, and once more in a door to the side of the vehicle, which remained closed for the time being. Aside from that, the room in which the students sat and waited was austerely decorated, pieces of Phantom Blade heraldry visible here and there and not much else. On the walls that were not composed of transluminic metal sheets, meters could be seen displaying the temperature, oxygen levels and hull integrity, if only for the peace of mind of the passengers, and similarly, dials were available, one for changing the temperature and another for changing the volume of a small audio device with a built-in station changer that was currently broadcasting a report about increasingly frequent skirmishes between the Order and a group of dragon-worshipping heathens on the other side of the quadrant. The temperature dial was set at the very middle in order to provide a tolerable environment for everyone, while the volume dial was set relatively low so that it could be heard or ignored, depending on the wishes of the passengers. Both, of course, could be overridden by the pilot or lock down automatically if abused somehow, but so far none of that had been necessary.<br/><br/>Conversely to the interior of the chariot, the view outside was far more outstanding. Out there, in the black sea, a hundred stars and a thousand planets were visible, if one paid attention. The chariot had just passed the Medusa Constellation, but the image of the majestic Gryphon had appeared on the horizon in its stead. Down below, a great distance away but still very much dominating everything with its light, the sun of Arcadia, the mighty star Antagon could be seen, great eruptions and sunspots galore visible on its burning surface. Once upon a time, the White Demon had threatened to destroy all of this and more with his army of foul dragons, but thanks to the valiant efforts of the heroes of the Orders of the Known Universe, and the Red Knight's slaying of the King of All Dragons, that threat was no more. A thousand years had passed, and it seemed that the Order of the Phantom Blade and its affiliated territories had recovered much of the splendor they had lost as a result of the Chalice War. There was proof of this for the disbelieving, of course, for there, no longer very far from the recruits' vessel, one could clearly see the crimson skies of the Red Citadel, Cathedral Arcadia, standing proudly amidst the void and housing thousands of aspiring warriors within itself.<br/><br/>A brief monotonous sound quietly echoed through the chamber all of the sudden, shattering the silence only to be followed by a calm female voice. ""This is your charioteer speaking. We will arrive at Cathedral Arcadia soon."" The voice said before fading, leaving the recruits alone with each other once more."
10339,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985,2014-12-08T21:00:00,Wolfenium,"<blockquote class=""uncited""><div>Human knowledge had always brought forth the best and worst of humanity itself. The highest achievements made by the Redemit and our ancestors, had always been shadowed by our worst excesses of human conflict, greed and destruction. It was a heavy heart that as I renounced our ties... <span style=""font-style: italic"">my</span> ties... with the world beyond. But some things are too dangerous to be left in lesser hands. What happened with the Lost Chalice was neither inevitable nor an accident. I will not have Ay be made another example of that.<br/><br/>-<span style=""font-style: italic"">Headmistress Aylin Sadik of the Ay, Year 13 since the Chalice War</span></div></blockquote><br/><br/>Those were the words of last known headmistress of Ay,<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i.imgur.com/5vQsQN0.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Aylin Sadik</a>, a thousand years since the destruction wrought by the dragons in the Chalice War. As Ay's famed 'Ejderha Avcısı' (Turkish: Dragon Hunter) and one of the few who followed the Red Knight in his quest for the Lost Chalice, her election as the head of humanity's most foremost, perhaps only scholarly order, was all but guaranteed. Given her ties with the scholarly and militant factions that had since split Ay, her presence was to be a unifying force for an order fragmented by internal conflict and paranoia of the outside world. However, her experience with Lord Pandracon, Aurex of the Phantom Blade, and his refusal to hand over the Chalice to Ay, dictated her actions later, cutting the dervish off from the rest of humanity in their new stronghold of Kemik-kum (Turkish: Bone Sand). Since, the event, known only as the Eclipse, resulted in the single greatest loss of human knowledge to the wider world since the loss of Gaea itself. Today, Ay was but a legend, its own existence in question and its survival even more in doubt.<br/><br/>But not all had been forgotten, as new orders sprang to take Ay's place as the centre of human knowledge. One, in direct opposition to the symbol of the Order of the 'Moon', was the Order of the 'Sun', the Xoršids. Founded by an exiled scholar from Ay, the Order of Xoršid had filled the void left behind by Ay's isolation, even its old cathedral of Inci, known now as Mervârid by translation. From its House of Wisdom, Ay's former Grand Library, the Xoršids hoped to recover, rebuild and ultimately expand on humanity's lost knowledge. All that required the help and cooperation of other orders in collating their archives for recording, and not all were cooperative. Nonetheless, the Xoršids struggled on, as the scholars of old always had. It had been a difficult period, but generations since the Eclipse, the light of wisdom, while dimmer than the days of Ay, was once again illuminating the universe.<br/><br/>Seated around the corner of the cabin, one particular Xoršid appeared more enthralled with a rather archaic-looking screen pad, his ears plugged with headphones that would have been more at home in a museum than in actual use. A pair of shades over his eyes and his hair combed back messily, it seemed a bit obvious that the shades were not for shielding his eyes from any sunlight coming from the windows. The screen pad itself projected no holograms, instead showing images on a flat screen. It was rudimentary, even laughable by today's standards. But it was also practical in keeping prying eyes away, as anyone who tried would be easily noticeable from an awkwardly turned head. The video in question was but one of the many holorecords smuggled from Ay by the first Headmaster of Xoršid, Ahmed. It was one Xoršid scholars like Mehran had grown up learning; the reasons behind the Eclipse which had befallen humanity.<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Many scholars still debate the legitimacy of Headmistress Sadik's account of the Chalice War,</span>"" the voice of his old lecturer blared in his headphones, ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">some questioned her own objectivity to the incident, citing her long-standing ire for the <a class=""postlink"" href=""http://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?p=12257745#p12257745"" rel=""nofollow"">Order of Kerberos</a> for the Hazine Massacre, as well as her sympathies for the radical Ayça faction. Others felt that her anger for the actions of Aurex Pandracon and its results was justified enough to warrant such a scathing description of events. In truth, history is but a long collection of accounts written in the perspectives of its witnesses, and interpreted and reinterpreted by contemporaries of later times. Until the day when we obtain more accounts of the Red Knight's quest, we may never have a more conclusive picture of the Chalice War. One thing is for certain, the aftermath brought about a complete loss of trust between Ay and the other orders. What secrets they have accumulated for human existence was now lost to the universe again, perhaps... for time immemorial.</span>""<br/><br/>""'Time immemorial',"" went Mehran in a low grunt, ""there's no such thing. Only a matter of time.""<br/><br/>For a scholar, Mehran made for a rather poor one. Lacking much interest in the dreary studies of human sciences, his academic grades were markedly mediocre, a disqualification from further studies in the House of Wisdom. However, his skill with the dual swords more than made up for it, putting him squarely in the path of a guardian in training. It was what he always intended to be, that since he was unable to pursue the quest for knowledge, he would do his utmost to protect those who did. But shoving him on a course for Arcadia was<span style=""font-style: italic"">not</span>his idea of a dream career. There was much he did not like about the Red Cathedral and their hosts. Facing the root of the Eclipse was one of them.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Zarkenis Ultima <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22729070#p22729070"">wrote</a>:</cite>A brief monotonous sound quietly echoed through the chamber all of the sudden, shattering the silence only to be followed by a calm female voice. ""This is your charioteer speaking. We will arrive at Cathedral Arcadia soon."" The voice said before fading, leaving the recruits alone with each other once more.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Unplugging one of his headphones, Mehran made a scant note of the announcement before returning to his taped lectures. To him, the vast emptiness of space and its gleaming stars and bodies were just images in the black sky, hardly an amusing sight. He much preferred the thrill of thought in the annals of history, among the only academic subjects he fared well in and loved. His only hope that his stay in the Silver Hand is short. He was not sure how much more he could take the awkwardness of being in a foreign world of an order his peers had derided so much."
10340,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985,2014-12-09T01:45:00,The Unites State-Of-Minds,"The view of the outside realm consumed Arogisl's attention. He found himself lost in the sea of lights that permeated the curtain of space, in awe of the immense volume of celestial bodies which were themselves but a drop within a sea larger then imagining. Constellations he once viewed from his home were but shapeless dots of light, their relevance found only if viewed upon while situated in a particular area of the galaxy. In their place were shapes new to him, histories yet untouched by his consciousness, painting the skies with a thousand tales of those who tread before.<br/><br/>If not for the drifting of his mind within the glowing sea surrounding their encapsulating chariot, he would have been wrecked with apprehension. Weeks of near panic at the task ahead had been the focus of his mind until the view of stars took hold of his consciousness. The calm the sight of galaxy instilled within him was such that he took no notice of the disembodied voice alerting them of their impending arrival, and it was only with the gradual fade of the stars to be replaced by skies of red that his awareness would touch upon their growing proximity to the Cathedral. The shift in focus came with a rekindling of the anxiety suppressed by his slowly fading view of the stars above. He found himself wishing that he had kept one of his books on his person for the final stretch of the trip. Oh well, too late for excuses to turn back now. Not that he could make such a choice anyway; He could never bring such shame to those who lifted him here. And within that simple resolution, he found his unease abated ever so slightly. The faintest of smiles crossed his face; If nothing else, he could expect to enjoy his time once things were settled."
10341,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985,2014-12-09T01:53:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Wolfenium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22732545#p22732545"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>Human knowledge had always brought forth the best and worst of humanity itself. The highest achievements made by the Redemit and our ancestors, had always been shadowed by our worst excesses of human conflict, greed and destruction. It was a heavy heart that as I renounced our ties... <span style=""font-style: italic"">my</span> ties... with the world beyond. But some things are too dangerous to be left in lesser hands. What happened with the Lost Chalice was neither inevitable nor an accident. I will not have Ay be made another example of that.<br/><br/>-<span style=""font-style: italic"">Headmistress Aylin Sadik of the Ay, Year 13 since the Chalice War</span></div></blockquote><br/><br/>Those were the words of last known headmistress of Ay, <a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i.imgur.com/5vQsQN0.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Aylin Sadik</a>, a thousand years since the destruction wrought by the dragons in the Chalice War. As Ay's famed 'Ejderha Avcısı' (Turkish: Dragon Hunter) and one of the few who followed the Red Knight in his quest for the Lost Chalice, her election as the head of humanity's most foremost, perhaps only scholarly order, was all but guaranteed. Given her ties with the scholarly and militant factions that had since split Ay, her presence was to be a unifying force for an order fragmented by internal conflict and paranoia of the outside world. However, her experience with Lord Pandracon, Aurex of the Phantom Blade, and his refusal to hand over the Chalice to Ay, dictated her actions later, cutting the dervish off from the rest of humanity in their new stronghold of Kemik-kum (Turkish: Bone Sand). Since, the event, known only as the Eclipse, resulted in the single greatest loss of human knowledge to the wider world since the loss of Gaea itself. Today, Ay was but a legend, its own existence in question and its survival even more in doubt.<br/><br/>But not all had been forgotten, as new orders sprang to take Ay's place as the centre of human knowledge. One, in direct opposition to the symbol of the Order of the 'Moon', was the Order of the 'Sun', the Xoršids. Founded by an exiled scholar from Ay, the Order of Xoršid had filled the void left behind by Ay's isolation, even its old cathedral of Inci, known now as Mervârid by translation. From its House of Wisdom, Ay's former Grand Library, the Xoršids hoped to recover, rebuild and ultimately expand on humanity's lost knowledge. All that required the help and cooperation of other orders in collating their archives for recording, and not all were cooperative. Nonetheless, the Xoršids struggled on, as the scholars of old always had. It had been a difficult period, but generations since the Eclipse, the light of wisdom, while dimmer than the days of Ay, was once again illuminating the universe.<br/><br/>Seated around the corner of the cabin, one particular Xoršid appeared more enthralled with a rather archaic-looking screen pad, his ears plugged with headphones that would have been more at home in a museum than in actual use. A pair of shades over his eyes and his hair combed back messily, it seemed a bit obvious that the shades were not for shielding his eyes from any sunlight coming from the windows. The screen pad itself projected no holograms, instead showing images on a flat screen. It was rudimentary, even laughable by today's standards. But it was also practical in keeping prying eyes away, as anyone who tried would be easily noticeable from an awkwardly turned head. The video in question was but one of the many holorecords smuggled from Ay by the first Headmaster of Xoršid, Ahmed. It was one Xoršid scholars like Mehran had grown up learning; the reasons behind the Eclipse which had befallen humanity.<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Many scholars still debate the legitimacy of Headmistress Sadik's account of the Chalice War,</span>"" the voice of his old lecturer blared in his headphones, ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">some questioned her own objectivity to the incident, citing her long-standing ire for the <a class=""postlink"" href=""http://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?p=12257745#p12257745"" rel=""nofollow"">Order of Kerberos</a> for the Hazine Massacre, as well as her sympathies for the radical Ayça faction. Others felt that her anger for the actions of Aurex Pandracon and its results was justified enough to warrant such a scathing description of events. In truth, history is but a long collection of accounts written in the perspectives of its witnesses, and interpreted and reinterpreted by contemporaries of later times. Until the day when we obtain more accounts of the Red Knight's quest, we may never have a more conclusive picture of the Chalice War. One thing is for certain, the aftermath brought about a complete loss of trust between Ay and the other orders. What secrets they have accumulated for human existence was now lost to the universe again, perhaps... for time immemorial.</span>""<br/><br/>""'Time immemorial',"" went Mehran in a low grunt, ""there's no such thing. Only a matter of time.""<br/><br/>For a scholar, Mehran made for a rather poor one. Lacking much interest in the dreary studies of human sciences, his academic grades were markedly mediocre, a disqualification from further studies in the House of Wisdom. However, his skill with the dual swords more than made up for it, putting him squarely in the path of a guardian in training. It was what he always intended to be, that since he was unable to pursue the quest for knowledge, he would do his utmost to protect those who did. But shoving him on a course for Arcadia was <span style=""font-style: italic"">not</span> his idea of a dream career. There was much he did not like about the Red Cathedral and their hosts. Facing the root of the Eclipse was one of them.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Zarkenis Ultima <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22729070#p22729070"">wrote</a>:</cite>A brief monotonous sound quietly echoed through the chamber all of the sudden, shattering the silence only to be followed by a calm female voice. ""This is your charioteer speaking. We will arrive at Cathedral Arcadia soon."" The voice said before fading, leaving the recruits alone with each other once more.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Unplugging one of his headphones, Mehran made a scant note of the announcement before returning to his taped lectures. To him, the vast emptiness of space and its gleaming stars and bodies were just images in the black sky, hardly an amusing sight. He much preferred the thrill of thought in the annals of history, among the only academic subjects he fared well in and loved. His only hope that his stay in the Silver Hand is short. He was not sure how much more he could take the awkwardness of being in a foreign world of an order his peers had derided so much.</div></blockquote><br/>""Finally."" Vynaria muttered, not exactly comfortable on the chariot, after all she was used to more regal transportation. Plus the journey had not been exactly exciting, watching constellations and stars out the window had ceased to be appealing and she had not had anyone to talk to. Jynna was being unusually quiet even thought she was sat next to Vyna, still towering above the white haired heiress despite sitting down. In fact Jynna seemed to be avoiding Vyna's gaze and looking away from her older sibling. Vyna knew why she was too. Someone had hired an assassin to kill her, and that someone could be any one of the Ayendor siblings, including Vyna. Though she had tried to convince her sister that she was not indeed after the fortune, her sister still seemed ill at ease.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">This inheritance is threatening to tear us apart...</span>Vyna thought.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Why would Alris or Jon do something like this? I thought we trusted one another...</span><br/><br/>Vyna pushed such thoughts from her mind for now, supposing she should give Jynna some room to think. She turned to the person on the other side of her. He seemed to be listening to something, whether it was music or some other audio she couldn't say, neither did she care. She was bored, and wanted someone to talk to, arrogantly assuming that whomever this was might appreciate some conversation. Besides, he seemed mysterious, and Vyna was eager to unravel some of that mystery.<br/><br/>""Hello there."" She started, talking to Mehran. A friendly smile on her face. ""Sorry to bother you, but I was just curious, what are you listening to?"""
10342,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985,2014-12-09T02:41:00,Wolfenium,"<blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22734228#p22734228"">wrote</a>:</cite><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Vyna""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Wolfenium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22732545#p22732545"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Those were the words of last known headmistress of Ay, <a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i.imgur.com/5vQsQN0.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Aylin Sadik</a>, a thousand years since the destruction wrought by the dragons in the Chalice War. As Ay's famed 'Ejderha Avcısı' (Turkish: Dragon Hunter) and one of the few who followed the Red Knight in his quest for the Lost Chalice, her election as the head of humanity's most foremost, perhaps only scholarly order, was all but guaranteed. Given her ties with the scholarly and militant factions that had since split Ay, her presence was to be a unifying force for an order fragmented by internal conflict and paranoia of the outside world. However, her experience with Lord Pandracon, Aurex of the Phantom Blade, and his refusal to hand over the Chalice to Ay, dictated her actions later, cutting the dervish off from the rest of humanity in their new stronghold of Kemik-kum (Turkish: Bone Sand). Since, the event, known only as the Eclipse, resulted in the single greatest loss of human knowledge to the wider world since the loss of Gaea itself. Today, Ay was but a legend, its own existence in question and its survival even more in doubt.<br/><br/>But not all had been forgotten, as new orders sprang to take Ay's place as the centre of human knowledge. One, in direct opposition to the symbol of the Order of the 'Moon', was the Order of the 'Sun', the Xoršids. Founded by an exiled scholar from Ay, the Order of Xoršid had filled the void left behind by Ay's isolation, even its old cathedral of Inci, known now as Mervârid by translation. From its House of Wisdom, Ay's former Grand Library, the Xoršids hoped to recover, rebuild and ultimately expand on humanity's lost knowledge. All that required the help and cooperation of other orders in collating their archives for recording, and not all were cooperative. Nonetheless, the Xoršids struggled on, as the scholars of old always had. It had been a difficult period, but generations since the Eclipse, the light of wisdom, while dimmer than the days of Ay, was once again illuminating the universe.<br/><br/>Seated around the corner of the cabin, one particular Xoršid appeared more enthralled with a rather archaic-looking screen pad, his ears plugged with headphones that would have been more at home in a museum than in actual use. A pair of shades over his eyes and his hair combed back messily, it seemed a bit obvious that the shades were not for shielding his eyes from any sunlight coming from the windows. The screen pad itself projected no holograms, instead showing images on a flat screen. It was rudimentary, even laughable by today's standards. But it was also practical in keeping prying eyes away, as anyone who tried would be easily noticeable from an awkwardly turned head. The video in question was but one of the many holorecords smuggled from Ay by the first Headmaster of Xoršid, Ahmed. It was one Xoršid scholars like Mehran had grown up learning; the reasons behind the Eclipse which had befallen humanity.<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Many scholars still debate the legitimacy of Headmistress Sadik's account of the Chalice War,</span>"" the voice of his old lecturer blared in his headphones, ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">some questioned her own objectivity to the incident, citing her long-standing ire for the <a class=""postlink"" href=""http://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?p=12257745#p12257745"" rel=""nofollow"">Order of Kerberos</a> for the Hazine Massacre, as well as her sympathies for the radical Ayça faction. Others felt that her anger for the actions of Aurex Pandracon and its results was justified enough to warrant such a scathing description of events. In truth, history is but a long collection of accounts written in the perspectives of its witnesses, and interpreted and reinterpreted by contemporaries of later times. Until the day when we obtain more accounts of the Red Knight's quest, we may never have a more conclusive picture of the Chalice War. One thing is for certain, the aftermath brought about a complete loss of trust between Ay and the other orders. What secrets they have accumulated for human existence was now lost to the universe again, perhaps... for time immemorial.</span>""<br/><br/>""'Time immemorial',"" went Mehran in a low grunt, ""there's no such thing. Only a matter of time.""<br/><br/>For a scholar, Mehran made for a rather poor one. Lacking much interest in the dreary studies of human sciences, his academic grades were markedly mediocre, a disqualification from further studies in the House of Wisdom. However, his skill with the dual swords more than made up for it, putting him squarely in the path of a guardian in training. It was what he always intended to be, that since he was unable to pursue the quest for knowledge, he would do his utmost to protect those who did. But shoving him on a course for Arcadia was <span style=""font-style: italic"">not</span> his idea of a dream career. There was much he did not like about the Red Cathedral and their hosts. Facing the root of the Eclipse was one of them.<br/><br/><br/><br/>Unplugging one of his headphones, Mehran made a scant note of the announcement before returning to his taped lectures. To him, the vast emptiness of space and its gleaming stars and bodies were just images in the black sky, hardly an amusing sight. He much preferred the thrill of thought in the annals of history, among the only academic subjects he fared well in and loved. His only hope that his stay in the Silver Hand is short. He was not sure how much more he could take the awkwardness of being in a foreign world of an order his peers had derided so much.</div></blockquote><br/>""Finally."" Vynaria muttered, not exactly comfortable on the chariot, after all she was used to more regal transportation. Plus the journey had not been exactly exciting, watching constellations and stars out the window had ceased to be appealing and she had not had anyone to talk to. Jynna was being unusually quiet even thought she was sat next to Vyna, still towering above the white haired heiress despite sitting down. In fact Jynna seemed to be avoiding Vyna's gaze and looking away from her older sibling. Vyna knew why she was too. Someone had hired an assassin to kill her, and that someone could be any one of the Ayendor siblings, including Vyna. Though she had tried to convince her sister that she was not indeed after the fortune, her sister still seemed ill at ease. <br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">This inheritance is threatening to tear us apart...</span> Vyna thought. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Why would Alris or Jon do something like this? I thought we trusted one another...</span><br/><br/>Vyna pushed such thoughts from her mind for now, supposing she should give Jynna some room to think. She turned to the person on the other side of her. He seemed to be listening to something, whether it was music or some other audio she couldn't say, neither did she care. She was bored, and wanted someone to talk to, arrogantly assuming that whomever this was might appreciate some conversation. Besides, he seemed mysterious, and Vyna was eager to unravel some of that mystery. <br/><br/>""Hello there."" She started, talking to Mehran. A friendly smile on her face. ""Sorry to bother you, but I was just curious, what are you listening to?""</div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/><br/>A quick shift of his eyes up beyond his darkened shades, Mehran took a moment to unplug his headphones. Taking off his shades as a courtesy, he was not expecting any company. To be fair, he preferred not to talk, but he would not want to come across as rude to a lady.<br/><br/>""Not much,"" he answered politely, bowing his head, ""just a history lecture recording I took from my old school. I doubt most would want to bore themselves with one. It's not an easy subject to find appreciation in.""<br/><br/>""Mehran Shirazi, Shield Bearer of the Order of Xorshid, though it's just a title for cadets branching into the guards department,"" he introduced himself, ""and you are, Miss?"""
10343,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985,2014-12-09T03:20:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Wolfenium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22734371#p22734371"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22734228#p22734228"">wrote</a>:</cite><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Vyna""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">""Finally."" Vynaria muttered, not exactly comfortable on the chariot, after all she was used to more regal transportation. Plus the journey had not been exactly exciting, watching constellations and stars out the window had ceased to be appealing and she had not had anyone to talk to. Jynna was being unusually quiet even thought she was sat next to Vyna, still towering above the white haired heiress despite sitting down. In fact Jynna seemed to be avoiding Vyna's gaze and looking away from her older sibling. Vyna knew why she was too. Someone had hired an assassin to kill her, and that someone could be any one of the Ayendor siblings, including Vyna. Though she had tried to convince her sister that she was not indeed after the fortune, her sister still seemed ill at ease. <br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">This inheritance is threatening to tear us apart...</span> Vyna thought. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Why would Alris or Jon do something like this? I thought we trusted one another...</span><br/><br/>Vyna pushed such thoughts from her mind for now, supposing she should give Jynna some room to think. She turned to the person on the other side of her. He seemed to be listening to something, whether it was music or some other audio she couldn't say, neither did she care. She was bored, and wanted someone to talk to, arrogantly assuming that whomever this was might appreciate some conversation. Besides, he seemed mysterious, and Vyna was eager to unravel some of that mystery. <br/><br/>""Hello there."" She started, talking to Mehran. A friendly smile on her face. ""Sorry to bother you, but I was just curious, what are you listening to?""</div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/><br/>A quick shift of his eyes up beyond his darkened shades, Mehran took a moment to unplug his headphones. Taking off his shades as a courtesy, he was not expecting any company. To be fair, he preferred not to talk, but he would not want to come across as rude to a lady.<br/><br/>""Not much,"" he answered politely, bowing his head, ""just a history lecture recording I took from my old school. I doubt most would want to bore themselves with one. It's not an easy subject to find appreciation in.""<br/><br/>""Mehran Shirazi, Shield Bearer of the Order of Xorshid, though it's just a title for cadets branching into the guards department,"" he introduced himself, ""and you are, Miss?""</div></blockquote><br/>""Vynaria Ayendor."" Vyna replied, still smiling. ""And next to me is my sister, Jynna Ayendor."" She put some unconscious emphasis on the last name, her pride in her family showing through. She leaned a little more towards him, intrigued by this stranger.<br/><br/>Jynna heard her name and turned around a little to face Mehran, she smiled with not mere friendliness, but genuine warmth to the stranger, very characteristic of her. She gave a curt nod, ""Pleased to meet you."" She said simply.<br/><br/>Vyna was glad her sister was being a little more talkative now. Melancholy did not suit Jynna. ""Xoshid... Interesting... I've never had the... pleasure to meet anyone from your order."" She commented, noting the information she knew about them, and the prejudice they held against the Phantom Blade. But Vyna was determined to be amicable. ""So what brings you to Cathedral Arcadia exactly?"""
10344,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985,2014-12-09T04:30:00,Wolfenium,"<blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22734475#p22734475"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Wolfenium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22734371#p22734371"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>A quick shift of his eyes up beyond his darkened shades, Mehran took a moment to unplug his headphones. Taking off his shades as a courtesy, he was not expecting any company. To be fair, he preferred not to talk, but he would not want to come across as rude to a lady.<br/><br/>""Not much,"" he answered politely, bowing his head, ""just a history lecture recording I took from my old school. I doubt most would want to bore themselves with one. It's not an easy subject to find appreciation in.""<br/><br/>""Mehran Shirazi, Shield Bearer of the Order of Xorshid, though it's just a title for cadets branching into the guards department,"" he introduced himself, ""and you are, Miss?""</div></blockquote><br/>""Vynaria Ayendor."" Vyna replied, still smiling. ""And next to me is my sister, Jynna Ayendor."" She put some unconscious emphasis on the last name, her pride in her family showing through. She leaned a little more towards him, intrigued by this stranger. <br/><br/>Jynna heard her name and turned around a little to face Mehran, she smiled with not mere friendliness, but genuine warmth to the stranger, very characteristic of her. She gave a curt nod, ""Pleased to meet you."" She said simply. <br/><br/>Vyna was glad her sister was being a little more talkative now. Melancholy did not suit Jynna. ""Xoshid... Interesting... I've never had the... pleasure to meet anyone from your order."" She commented, noting the information she knew about them, and the prejudice they held against the Phantom Blade. But Vyna was determined to be amicable. ""So what brings you to Cathedral Arcadia exactly?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Watching her glowing face inching near him, Mehran's throat nearly seized. He tried not to show it, but he felt ill at ease at the girl invading his personal space, especially since she was a girl. Bowing his head in answer, he replied, ""likewise. Our order rarely ventured outside Mervarid in groups larger than a handful, if at all. As for my presence here, it's nothing more than my sole duty to obtain and store knowledge from all corners of the universe. The Phantom Blade is of no exception to that, I assure you, though my lecturer did advise me to... socialize more...""<br/><br/>Shifting his gaze away a bit, he did not quite like that thought. It was not his character to engage in small talk. However, ettiquete dictated that he try. He was never one to upset a girl deliberately, even Phantom Blade knights.<br/><br/>""You two are related, if I'm not wrong,"" he remarked, ""sisters, by any chance?"""
10345,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985,2014-12-09T04:52:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Wolfenium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22734660#p22734660"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22734475#p22734475"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Vynaria Ayendor."" Vyna replied, still smiling. ""And next to me is my sister, Jynna Ayendor."" She put some unconscious emphasis on the last name, her pride in her family showing through. She leaned a little more towards him, intrigued by this stranger. <br/><br/>Jynna heard her name and turned around a little to face Mehran, she smiled with not mere friendliness, but genuine warmth to the stranger, very characteristic of her. She gave a curt nod, ""Pleased to meet you."" She said simply. <br/><br/>Vyna was glad her sister was being a little more talkative now. Melancholy did not suit Jynna. ""Xoshid... Interesting... I've never had the... pleasure to meet anyone from your order."" She commented, noting the information she knew about them, and the prejudice they held against the Phantom Blade. But Vyna was determined to be amicable. ""So what brings you to Cathedral Arcadia exactly?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Watching her glowing face inching near him, Mehran's throat nearly seized. He tried not to show it, but he felt ill at ease at the girl invading his personal space, especially since she was a girl. Bowing his head in answer, he replied, ""likewise. Our order rarely ventured outside Mervarid in groups larger than a handful, if at all. As for my presence here, it's nothing more than my sole duty to obtain and store knowledge from all corners of the universe. The Phantom Blade is of no exception to that, I assure you, though my lecturer did advise me to... socialize more...""<br/><br/>Shifting his gaze away a bit, he did not quite like that thought. It was not his character to engage in small talk. However, ettiquete dictated that he try. He was never one to upset a girl deliberately, even Phantom Blade knights.<br/><br/>""You two are related, if I'm not wrong,"" he remarked, ""sisters, by any chance?""</div></blockquote><br/>""Indeed. As I said, she's my younger sister"" Vyna said, sensing she was invading his personal space she backed off a inch or two. The only boys she had regular contact with were related to her by blood, so she was used to a slightly less distant personal space. Part of her was sizing him up somewhat, mostly out of habit. As a talented duelist, she tended to do so from time to time. ""I'm the eldest and Jyn here was the second child, (though she looks like the eldest...) then our two brothers, Alris and Jonran.""<br/><br/>Jynna rolled her eyes as she claimed the title of eldest. It was especially obnoxious now they were older. Jynna then raised an eyebrow. ""Do you have any siblings?"" asked the taller sister, curious.<br/><br/>""If you don't mind us asking that is."" Vyna hastily added in the interests of not upsetting Mehran."
10346,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985,2014-12-09T06:14:00,Wolfenium,"<blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22734706#p22734706"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Wolfenium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22734660#p22734660"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Watching her glowing face inching near him, Mehran's throat nearly seized. He tried not to show it, but he felt ill at ease at the girl invading his personal space, especially since she was a girl. Bowing his head in answer, he replied, ""likewise. Our order rarely ventured outside Mervarid in groups larger than a handful, if at all. As for my presence here, it's nothing more than my sole duty to obtain and store knowledge from all corners of the universe. The Phantom Blade is of no exception to that, I assure you, though my lecturer did advise me to... socialize more...""<br/><br/>Shifting his gaze away a bit, he did not quite like that thought. It was not his character to engage in small talk. However, ettiquete dictated that he try. He was never one to upset a girl deliberately, even Phantom Blade knights.<br/><br/>""You two are related, if I'm not wrong,"" he remarked, ""sisters, by any chance?""</div></blockquote><br/>""Indeed. As I said, she's my younger sister"" Vyna said, sensing she was invading his personal space she backed off a inch or two. The only boys she had regular contact with were related to her by blood, so she was used to a slightly less distant personal space. Part of her was sizing him up somewhat, mostly out of habit. As a talented duelist, she tended to do so from time to time. ""I'm the eldest and Jyn here was the second child, (though she looks like the eldest...) then our two brothers, Alris and Jonran."" <br/><br/>Jynna rolled her eyes as she claimed the title of eldest. It was especially obnoxious now they were older. Jynna then raised an eyebrow. ""Do you have any siblings?"" asked the taller sister, curious. <br/><br/>""If you don't mind us asking that is."" Vyna hastily added in the interests of not upsetting Mehran.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Making a small smile, the young man was unsure at how to answer. It did sound rather personal, but Vyna already told her about her family. It was only fair that he do too. Combing back a fringe of hair, he said, ""I have siblings. Almost too many to count. My parents love children. Wherever they go, orphans would follow them back to the House of Wisdom. Me? I'm but their eldest brother, and the only actual child born of them. I suppose I owe it to my adopted siblings for making my life a messy hell. Well... a<span style=""font-style: italic"">fun</span>one regardless."""
10347,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985,2014-12-09T06:37:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Wolfenium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22735014#p22735014"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22734706#p22734706"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Indeed. As I said, she's my younger sister"" Vyna said, sensing she was invading his personal space she backed off a inch or two. The only boys she had regular contact with were related to her by blood, so she was used to a slightly less distant personal space. Part of her was sizing him up somewhat, mostly out of habit. As a talented duelist, she tended to do so from time to time. ""I'm the eldest and Jyn here was the second child, (though she looks like the eldest...) then our two brothers, Alris and Jonran."" <br/><br/>Jynna rolled her eyes as she claimed the title of eldest. It was especially obnoxious now they were older. Jynna then raised an eyebrow. ""Do you have any siblings?"" asked the taller sister, curious. <br/><br/>""If you don't mind us asking that is."" Vyna hastily added in the interests of not upsetting Mehran.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Making a small smile, the young man was unsure at how to answer. It did sound rather personal, but Vyna already told her about her family. It was only fair that he do too. Combing back a fringe of hair, he said, ""I have siblings. Almost too many to count. My parents love children. Wherever they go, orphans would follow them back to the House of Wisdom. Me? I'm but their eldest brother, and the only actual child born of them. I suppose I owe it to my adopted siblings for making my life a messy hell. Well... a <span style=""font-style: italic"">fun</span> one regardless.""</div></blockquote><br/>""That's sort of how our childhood was too."" Vyna related, whistfully thinking back to the days when everything was less complicated, Jynna seemed to be having the same nostalgic trip, until her eyes met Vyna's and Vyna's met hers, and the taller girl looked away awkwardly, a combination of guilt and nervousness in her as she did so. She pretended to be looking out at the stars, though she was really trying to avoid Vyna's eyes.<br/><br/>Vyna sighed slightly, biting her lip, before turning back to Mehran with a slightly forced smile. ""Though it wasn't exactly hell. We were... quite well off."" She stated simply. Bragging slightly and subtly about her upbringing was something Vyna liked to indulge in, but she couldn't afford it now really. Not with the possibility of the same thing that happened to Jyn happening to her. She reluctantly changed the subject. ""I'm guessing you're as excited as I am about this whole thing are you? Going to Cathedral Arcadia and training there... I mean you're Order isn't exactly a fan of the Phantom Blade."""
10348,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985,2014-12-09T07:21:00,Wolfenium,"<blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22735153#p22735153"">wrote</a>:</cite>""That's sort of how our childhood was too."" Vyna related, whistfully thinking back to the days when everything was less complicated, Jynna seemed to be having the same nostalgic trip, until her eyes met Vyna's and Vyna's met hers, and the taller girl looked away awkwardly, a combination of guilt and nervousness in her as she did so. She pretended to be looking out at the stars, though she was really trying to avoid Vyna's eyes. </div></blockquote><br/><br/>Peering at the duo exchanging their glares, the Xorshid could tell there was something wrong between their family. Jynna's apprehension showed that pretty clearly, though the reason was not clear. For a moment, Mehrad's curiosity nagged him to ask, if only to see if he could offer any advice. However, having only spoken to them for the first time, he felt that it was not wise to probe.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22735153#p22735153"">wrote</a>:</cite>Vyna sighed slightly, biting her lip, before turning back to Mehran with a slightly forced smile. ""Though it wasn't exactly hell. We were... quite well off."" She stated simply. Bragging slightly and subtly about her upbringing was something Vyna liked to indulge in, but she couldn't afford it now really. Not with the possibility of the same thing that happened to Jyn happening to her. She reluctantly changed the subject. ""I'm guessing you're as excited as I am about this whole thing are you? Going to Cathedral Arcadia and training there... I mean you're Order isn't exactly a fan of the Phantom Blade.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>However, as Vyna changed topics, Mehran could not help but pause with a sulk. He was clearly unhappy with his posting. It was something he himself had difficulty hiding. Taking a deep breath, he thought hard on making a suitable reply. Finally, he answered, ""I will admit, I do not enjoy this assignment very much. I mean no offence to your order, but we are still haunted by the Eclipse that followed the Chalice War. To us, the day Ay, the last lingering light of human wisdom, chose to shroud that light from humanity is a greater tragedy than the mountain of corpses that littered the blackness of space in the wake of the dragons. You might think I'm insane to belittle the cost; I must clarify that I do not. But so much had been lost in the Eclipse that human civilization had once again been set back to its darkest age, when the first cathedrals of its existence ceased to be. What happened with the Chalice could have been avoided had Ay been given the right to safeguard it. They have experience in discerning what knowledge is ultimately dangerous and what is not. Not even Ay's schism was enough to justify risking what happened in the Chalice War.""<br/><br/>Pausing again, he added, ""do forgive me if I came across as condescending. I just felt what happened the past millenia could have been avoided. This isn't the first time humanity had experienced such crises before. It's just... frustrating to see us make the same mistakes as our predecessors."
10349,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985,2014-12-09T11:50:00,Sil Arion,"<blockquote><div><cite>Zarkenis Ultima <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22729070#p22729070"">wrote</a>:</cite>A brief monotonous sound quietly echoed through the chamber all of the sudden, shattering the silence only to be followed by a calm female voice. ""This is your charioteer speaking. We will arrive at Cathedral Arcadia soon."" The voice said before fading, leaving the recruits alone with each other once more.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Aristos opened his eyes.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Hm. So soon?</span>Gazing out at the sea of shining stars, he felt... out of place, among such strange stars he had never seen before. But still such beautiful stars, like home. To lose such track of time, he must have been more tired than normal, to be so deep in reverie. He laughed under his breath. Headmistress Ion would surely scold him if she heard of his lapse in focus! And only the most vocal for him. To<span style=""font-style: italic"">everyone's</span>constant amusement. Did he already miss her? All his family left behind?<br/><br/>A faint smile. It was time again to make new family then. A new home.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Not the first time though, no?</span><br/><br/>He glanced around. Many of his peers appeared to be resting or relaxing, reclining in their seats or reading, listening to music or watching a video on their personal devices. He smiled as he saw a cute girl snuggle into her pillow. He couldn't forget that while each and every one of them was chosen personally to be recruited, they were all still children. And everyone had their stories. Would he meet anyone like him here? He closed his eyes, a hope stirring at that thought, but he looked up as the sound of voices reached him. Three, a boy and two girls across from him. Sisters? Most certainly, if their appearance was anything to go by.<br/><br/>Ah. So they were. He listened in, feigning sleep just a little longer as he let the conversation wash over them. It always warmed him to hear others voices, sharing their stories and learning about one another! To let other know you cared as you listened and spoke in turn. Hm. He didn't want to wake everyone else, but perhaps he should join them? At least introduce himself, and let the conversation flow from there. Hestia had time and again told him he was good with people, and he dearly wanted to connect, especially after -<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Ayendor?</span>The way the girl, Vynaria, stressed that name was subtle, but spoke of more than a little pride. He may not have been watching them with open eyes, but she was surely smiling. An aristocrat, by that unconscious cue. She was... different though, from aristocrats he had known on Akaea. Amicable, and genuine warmth in her voice. But her sister, Jynna, positively beamed.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Sunshine</span>. She was like warm light after a cold, wet day of clouds.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Hellen...</span>There was a resemblance, but only a seeming, thankfully. It had not been long since -<br/><br/>A Xorshid Shield-Bearer? He was a bit unfamiliar with the history of different orders due to his rather unfortunate lack of education til recently, but by the boy's speech, they didn't seem to view the Phantom Blade in... the best light. He smiled faintly, tempting as it was to open his eyes and watch. Not yet. Mehran was clearly uncomfortable being here, as he listened. Wearing your heart on one's sleeve though was no bad thing; a sense of honesty radiated from him, even if he was not yet wanting to be here. But polite, and still willing to be kind. He would grow to be good man then. A True Knight. And he had many adopted siblings?<br/><br/>The mood seemed to sour as he listened to Mehran. He hadn't heard of the Eclipse, or the Ay, and knew little of the Chalice War. But he knew very well how to brighten people's lives and warm their hearts and mediate conflicts. So he bent down and reached beneath his seat and pulled out a case of dark wood, engraved with curling vines and flowers and leaves, with a tree centered on the cover, all in bronze. He opened the brass latches and pulled out what lay inside. A surprise parting gift from Headmistress Ion that was now perhaps his most treasured possession, even beyond<span style=""font-style: italic"">Solaris</span>and<span style=""font-style: italic"">Stella</span>.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Echo.</span>His cithara. He sat still, eyes closed as he warmed the strings with a few soft melodies and tuned to cooler air of the chariot, humming to himself the notes. And then he struck his fingers to the strings and sung:<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">This is our Road!<br/>Over rock and under tree,<br/>By caves where never sun has shone,<br/>By streams that never find the sea;<br/>Over snow by winter sown,<br/>And through the merry flowers of,<br/>Over grass and over stone,<br/>And under mountains in the moon.</span><br/><br/>It was warm, happy melody, the music of the words filled with hope. An old favorite, and the first full song old Gaea had taught so many years ago in the orphanage that was his first home, where he first too found the wondrous love of a family. His family. His feelings flowed through his fingers and into his voice as he began the second verse:<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Our Road we travel on! <br/>Under cloud and under star,<br/>Yet feet that wandering have gone<br/>Turn at last to home afar.<br/>Eyes that fire and sword have seen<br/>And horror in the halls of stone<br/>Look at last on meadows green<br/>And trees and hills they long have known.</span><br/><br/>It was a old ballad, bright and beautiful in its praise and allegory of a knight's path, the road one must take. And the road Gaea told him of taken to faraway Arcadia, founded centuries ago by the descendants of the Red Knight in his honor, and in pride of Lady Syvalladine, most valiant and greatest of heroines, and brave Kaios, her lover and knight, and the Phantom Blade. Praise, and a prayer the Redemit still say before bed.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Sing now, ye kin of Crimson Citadel!<br/>For the King of Dragons is ended forever,<br/>and the Dark Time is thrown down.<br/><br/>Sing and rejoice, ye people of the Phantom Blade!<br/>For your watch hath not been in vain,<br/>and the Black Gate is broken,<br/>and your Knight hath passed through,<br/>and he is victorious.<br/><br/>Sing and be glad, all ye children of the Stars!<br/>For your Knight shall come again,<br/>and he shall dwell among you<br/>all the days of your life.<br/>And the World that was withered shall be renewed,<br/>and he shall plant it in the high places,<br/>and the Realm shall be blessed.</span><br/><br/>He flew on, his fingers flowing like water over the strings as he raised his voice, filled with inspiration as he sung the final verse.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Sing all ye people! Arcadia! Arcadia, between the Mountains and the Sea!<br/>West Winds blew there; the light upon the Silver Hand<br/>fell like bright rain in gardens of the Knights of old.<br/>O proud walls! White towers! O wingéd mount and swords so bold!<br/>O Arcadia, Arcadia! Shall Men behold the Silver Hand,<br/>And West Winds blow again between the Mountains and the Sea?</span><br/><br/>Ever the performer, he raised his bowed head as he finished with a graceful flourish of his fingers, and raised his gaze, soft but warm and hopeful, looking to the three across from him. He could hear the murmurs of others in the surrounding seats, the weight of eyes on him, but he wanted to know. The question posed in that final verse: did they too believe?"
10350,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985,2014-12-09T13:46:00,The Starlight,"Ellyn, snuggling in her pillow, awoke from her slumber, awakened as the announcement came on. Looking out the window, she nearly gasped out the marvelous of that beautiful but terrifying, bright but so dark universe. The stars glimmered like silver gems, and she looked into the vastness of space, ever marveling and wondering at its beauty and power. She could stare into the deepness of the Universe, as if it was a never ending well. She could not miss a chance like this.<br/>Getting out her drawing notebook she began, or at least tried to. But how could she, the vastness of what she was seeing was beyond her. But nevertheless, she sent pencil to paper and began, drawing in light strokes of her own perspective looking out at the view. Next were the orbs of the vast planets, Ellyn using thicker but still light strokes to display them. Then, there were the stars, oh the stars. Their beauty surpassed anything she had ever seen, and she did her utmost best to pour her passion, her wonderment and skill into the drawing. Her strokes and scratches became faster as her inspiration grew and she no longer looked at the beauty, having an perfect image in her head, which she applied down to the paper. Her eyes closed, all seeming silent to her ears, as her hands moved instinctively, automatically. She couldn't explain it, but she just knew how she wanted the drawing, and that she did, her strokes and brushes of the pencil across the paper. The puzzle began to fit itself together, especially as she took out her colors, and started to color in what she had drawn. And then, the spell was broken, by a soft voice.<br/><br/>But a whole new spell began, and after a moment's pause, continued, her strokes of the colors going in rhythm with the music. With a flourish, she completed it, and just a second later, the song died down. Looking at the drawing, she believed it was one of her best yet, the splash of colors and yet, the evident darkness of the scene upon the paper which lay before here was still present, and provided a fitting contrast. But her most valued and beloved of her own works, was the painting of Lady Sylvalladine. The lady stood upon a rock, surveying the sunset. Her face was radiant and her sword long and sharp, as the other delicate hand, displayed various runes of magic. The silvery armor laid upon the heroine strong, powerful and beautiful, but as if it was the light of a feather. Looking up from the painting and closing her drawing book quickly, she located the beautiful voice, sniffing away a tear. Then, she stood silent, raising a palm to her eyes and touching the tear. It had been a long time when she, Ellyn Tarembor had cried from sheer joy, and delight. She settled for a few soft claps, before speaking her first words upon the chariot, though soft they were. ""You have a voice gifted by Aradain. I have never heard the ballad sung so well in my few years. I am Ellyn Tarembor, pleased to meet you."" said Ellyn in introduction."
10351,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985,2014-12-09T16:32:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Wolfenium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22735436#p22735436"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22735153#p22735153"">wrote</a>:</cite>""That's sort of how our childhood was too."" Vyna related, whistfully thinking back to the days when everything was less complicated, Jynna seemed to be having the same nostalgic trip, until her eyes met Vyna's and Vyna's met hers, and the taller girl looked away awkwardly, a combination of guilt and nervousness in her as she did so. She pretended to be looking out at the stars, though she was really trying to avoid Vyna's eyes. </div></blockquote><br/><br/>Peering at the duo exchanging their glares, the Xorshid could tell there was something wrong between their family. Jynna's apprehension showed that pretty clearly, though the reason was not clear. For a moment, Mehrad's curiosity nagged him to ask, if only to see if he could offer any advice. However, having only spoken to them for the first time, he felt that it was not wise to probe.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22735153#p22735153"">wrote</a>:</cite>Vyna sighed slightly, biting her lip, before turning back to Mehran with a slightly forced smile. ""Though it wasn't exactly hell. We were... quite well off."" She stated simply. Bragging slightly and subtly about her upbringing was something Vyna liked to indulge in, but she couldn't afford it now really. Not with the possibility of the same thing that happened to Jyn happening to her. She reluctantly changed the subject. ""I'm guessing you're as excited as I am about this whole thing are you? Going to Cathedral Arcadia and training there... I mean you're Order isn't exactly a fan of the Phantom Blade.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>However, as Vyna changed topics, Mehran could not help but pause with a sulk. He was clearly unhappy with his posting. It was something he himself had difficulty hiding. Taking a deep breath, he thought hard on making a suitable reply. Finally, he answered, ""I will admit, I do not enjoy this assignment very much. I mean no offence to your order, but we are still haunted by the Eclipse that followed the Chalice War. To us, the day Ay, the last lingering light of human wisdom, chose to shroud that light from humanity is a greater tragedy than the mountain of corpses that littered the blackness of space in the wake of the dragons. You might think I'm insane to belittle the cost; I must clarify that I do not. But so much had been lost in the Eclipse that human civilization had once again been set back to its darkest age, when the first cathedrals of its existence ceased to be. What happened with the Chalice could have been avoided had Ay been given the right to safeguard it. They have experience in discerning what knowledge is ultimately dangerous and what is not. Not even Ay's schism was enough to justify risking what happened in the Chalice War.""<br/><br/>Pausing again, he added, ""do forgive me if I came across as condescending. I just felt what happened the past millenia could have been avoided. This isn't the first time humanity had experienced such crises before. It's just... frustrating to see us make the same mistakes as our predecessors.</div></blockquote><br/>""Interesting..."" Vyna said then paused, a little unsure of how to proceed. She appreciated that Mehran was entitled to his own opinion, but it was mildly callous to say that the loss of knowledge is more of a tragedy than the horrific loss of life during the war. She also found holding a grudge and prejudice for something that happened so many years ago was pointless. However she didn't really know much about the war to argue her point, though Vyna was arrogant enough to try.<br/><br/>She was about to pursue her point when she heard the singing, shaking her thoughts. She looked over to the Aristos, surprised. He was good, and Vyna was somewhat impressed, though she honestly preferred symphonies and orchestras to the single man with a cithara, considering them to be higher art. However she did enjoy the song somewhat.<br/><br/>""That was... really nice."" Jynna said to the man, a little moved by the music, though not quite the type to cry. She noted someone else was also interested ""Where did you learn to play like that?""<br/><br/>After the singing, her mind got back to talking, turning back to Mehran, but deciding the change the subject. She reminded herself she wanted to avoid an argument. ""I suppose we all have our... views."" She muttered, then addressed Mehran directly, ""You must have considerable martial skill if you're being sent with us to the SIlver Hand. I'm curious.... What kind of skills do you possess exactly?"""
10352,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985,2014-12-09T18:38:00,Lavan Tiri,"<span style=""font-style: italic"">Dum, dadadumdum dum, dada dum dum dum, dadadumdumdum</span><br/><br/>Many people are annoyed by the sound of drumming fingers. They find it irritating, distracting, and childish. But not Slevaenter Hygbros. No, to Slev, the drumming of fingers upon a hard surface was soothing, and aided in his thinking.<br/><br/>Of course, some might thinking that drumming one's fingers upon the wall of a spaceship isn't the best of ideas, but those people are idiots.<br/><br/>Slev, deep in thought, was yanked out from his own head when the announcement came on. The voice startled the young man, and he jerked up, becoming quite aware of something.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Oh. There are people on this thing.</span><br/><br/>Might as well attempt to make friends, right?<br/><br/>And so, Slev rose, and strode over to the girl who'd complimented the singer, who was quite good. As he moved, Slev's knees grew weak; he was<span style=""font-style: italic"">not</span>a people person around strangers, even less so attractive female strangers.<br/><br/>""That's really good"", Slev said quietly, not wanting to draw too much attention to himself. Really, no attention would be best, but that was sadly not possible. And now, he realised, he'd gotten himself into a social situation, and couldn't get away.<br/><br/>So might as well go all out, and devil take the hindmost.<br/><br/>Slev turned to the girl he'd for some reason gotten himself next to. He tried to think of something witty and cool to say, but nothing. But his mouth moved and sounds came out anyway.<br/><br/>""Hey………h-he-hell-gottohell-he………I-I-spaceship……………awkward………""<br/><br/>After a minute, Slev became aware of what he was doing, an shut his trap, a horrified look springing onto his face.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Only I could ruin my chances with a girl before she knows my name</span>, he thought, and smiled wryly.<br/><br/>The girl was still there, and probably wondering what kind of disease this freak had by now. Or if he was some sort of pity case for the Academy. Whatever. Buck up and do it, no going back now.<br/><br/>Slev took a deep breath, calming his nerves, and spoke again ""Hello. That was……… my evil dragon-worshipping twin………… Blev. Not me. I'm Slevaenter, Slev for short. Your name?""<br/><br/>He hoped she believed him. That twin think had taken nearly twenty seconds to come up with."
10353,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985,2014-12-09T18:44:00,Sil Arion,"“You are too kind, my fair lady.” He returned softly, bowing deep, voice warm at the praise and the heartfelt tears she shed. Warming hearts was why he played, after all; for his own and for others even more. And he did so love a phrase of seven words. Drama was his world, after all.<br/><br/>“But my songs are only shadows of the light that is your art you hold in hand.” And such was truth, as he lost track of the everything around him. The drawing, if it could be called something so simple in name alone, was beautiful. Bright. Bold in color and rendition of one of his two favorite characters and persons in all history.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Lady Sylvalladine.</span>He smiled faintly.<br/><br/>“Did I not now know your name, I could have thought you Lady Sylvalladine. But that could have led to unfortunate confusion.” There was more than a likeness to her, as he met her gaze. Truly.<br/><br/>And because she was<span style=""font-style: italic"">beautiful.</span>Eyes of amber-gold. Warm and sweet as honey, deep as the polished wood of his cithara and dark lashes. Bright and reflecting the light. Set in a fair face, an oval. Like a teardrop, delicate and delightful to behold, strong; her skin so pale and pure. Her hair a sheaf of sunshine and starlight, soft as silk and long, laying free as the wind. Her smile stopped his heart, so easy and honest. Her lips were red. Not the garish painted red so many women believed made them desirable. Lips red, morning and night. As if minutes before he saw her, she had been eating sweet berries, or drinking heart’s blood. And the tears down her cheeks gave a dreamlike vision he could not resist. She was beautiful to her bones, he could see, no matter whatever fault or flaw she might have.<br/><br/>We stare at a fire because it flickers, because it glows. The light catches our eyes, but what makes a man lean close to a fire has nothing to with its bright shape. What draws one to a fire is the warmth when one comes near. She was warm. And he was drawn, as like a pencil to a paper. Fingers to string, voice to song, his heart to music.<br/><br/>“Please, call me Aris. And... thank you.” His voice was just a whisper now, his head bowed, gaze down. Starstruck?<span style=""font-style: italic"">More than a little,</span>he chastised himself. And unmoving stood there, not quite trusting his own tongue to not say something foolish next. To her. To<span style=""font-style: italic"">Ellyn</span>.<br/><br/>He heard another girl’s voice. Jynna’s. Answering, his voice cautious, “I learned from an old wise-woman, Gaea. She was… like a mother to me and the other orphans, and taught me much before – “ His voice caught. He hadn’t meant to say so much. He wanted to connect, to make new family, but.<span style=""font-style: italic"">By Aradain</span>. He was in a right sort, wasn’t he? A slight sigh.<br/><br/>“Sorry.” His smile tightened. “I’m not the best when it comes to telling stories.” Well, now that was a blatant lie if he ever heard one. No matter if he was tended to understatement and self-deprecation. Returning to his seat, he picked up a quiet tune, serene and lovely. A song he always returned to in times where his heart and mind were troubled. Perhaps they would understand, even if he couldn’t say it in words. Where he learned, why he loved music as he did.<br/><br/>It was a song of the perfect moment of found peace and joy in life, and mourning the memory of lost loved ones where the word bittersweet isn’t enough to describe that feeling. But a good feeling. A song said to have been written by the Lady herself in the wake of her lover’s death at battle’s end so long ago. The Lay of the Phantom Blade.<br/><br/>His fingers flowed slowly along the strings, and closed his eyes again as he slipped into the music of his heart once more…"
10354,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985,2014-12-09T19:12:00,The Starlight,"Turning to the newcomer, she gave him a soft smile. ""Pleased to meet you Slev. Are you eager to reach the Academy, I sure am."" she said. She understood and sympathized his nervousness, a bit, she herself had been terribly frightened and nervous in her first duel. So many things had been running through her head. But she had gotten over it, and she was sure Slev was too. She for some reason didn't feel a dislike for Slev, she disliked cowards with a passion, but she was sure no coward would've been able to get into the Silver Hand Academy, and he had been courageous enough to come over. Those thoughts passing through her mind quickly, she patted a hand on a seat nearby. ""Take a seat, Slev."" she said.<br/><br/>Turning back to Aris for the time being she replied, ""Nice to meet you, Aris. And you flatter me, I am no Lady Sylvalladine,"" a blush rose to her cheeks before she stifled it down again. ""Though in my youth, and sometimes still in dreams I made myself as the lady. But I thank you, I don't often show my art to others, as you have shared something of yours, I shall share something of mine, that is when you finish the Lay, which I insist you must."" said Ellyn. She was amazed with Aris. The music had enchanted her, in the same manner and way that her art did. And he himself, he was unlike anyone she had ever known or seen. She wanted to know more about him, and though he had undertones of pain and sorrow in his speech, in front of all of that, was this beauty and wonder, just like the universe. There was so much to be discovered about it and Aris, and she wanted, nay, needed to know more about these hidden mysteries, and she would, no matter how long it took, she promised to herself.<br/><br/>But she drew herself from her thoughts and laid pencil to a fresh page once again, ready to draw if any flash of inspiration struck her."
10355,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985,2014-12-09T19:29:00,Wolfenium,"<blockquote><div><cite>Sil Arion <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22737560#p22737560"">wrote</a>:</cite>-earworm-</div></blockquote><br/><br/>As he waited for Vyna to answer, a soft hum of the string began to ring around the cabin. Glancing over at the bard, Mehran did not seem as enthralled by Aris' melodious voice as the others. It was not because the song was bad - even he felt he had a gift in song - but the content only served to grate at his nerves. It appeared as if any mention of glorifying the Phantom Blade was a mention he was eager to refute, though he was consciously trying to repress it out of courtesy. Even he was not that foolish to antagonize his hosts. Instead, he quietly shut his eyes, clapsed his hands as he laid his forehead over and muttered a short incomprehensible prayer under his breath.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22741058#p22741058"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Interesting..."" Vyna said then paused, a little unsure of how to proceed. She appreciated that Mehran was entitled to his own opinion, but it was mildly callous to say that the loss of knowledge is more of a tragedy than the horrific loss of life during the war. She also found holding a grudge and prejudice for something that happened so many years ago was pointless. However she didn't really know much about the war to argue her point, though Vyna was arrogant enough to try. <br/><br/>She was about to pursue her point when she heard the singing, shaking her thoughts. She looked over to the Aristos, surprised. He was good, and Vyna was somewhat impressed, though she honestly preferred symphonies and orchestras to the single man with a cithara, considering them to be higher art. However she did enjoy the song somewhat. <br/><br/>""That was... really nice."" Jynna said to the man, a little moved by the music, though not quite the type to cry. She noted someone else was also interested ""Where did you learn to play like that?"" <br/><br/>After the singing, her mind got back to talking, turning back to Mehran, but deciding the change the subject. She reminded herself she wanted to avoid an argument. ""I suppose we all have our... views."" She muttered, then addressed Mehran directly, ""You must have considerable martial skill if you're being sent with us to the SIlver Hand. I'm curious.... What kind of skills do you possess exactly?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Pardon me,"" he apologized to the sisters, ending his brief meditation with a small smile, ""I'm not one to appreciate songs of heroism. It puts a shroud on the results of their actions. We're always taught to look into an event in multiple views, not just our own. In any case, I won't bore you with my lecture.""<br/><br/>""To be honest,"" he replied, this time with slightly more enthusiasm, ""martial skill is all I ever had in full. I am not cut out for the life of a scholar. I always found the thrill of combat more appealing. I suppose that's why my lecturers sent me here. As for skills,"" he revealed, holding up a pair of sheathed blades by the scabbard, ""I have these. They're not much, just normal energy swords. I always preferred dual wield if I could help it."""
10356,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985,2014-12-09T21:21:00,Sil Arion,"“As you wish,” he spoke softly, a faint smile and all twinkling eyes as he looked up one last time. His last sight was of her beautiful, blushing face. A warmth spread in his heart and rooted deep, and his thoughts wandered as he began.<br/><br/>The Lay of the Phantom Blade. It was the song he knew best of all. The one he empathized with most, for all its tale of love and loss and lust for life, family never forgotten no matter the time passed. The one he always played when siblings fell to the Dragonblight. Those slain by criminals and vile beasts that dwelled in the darkness of the lower levels of the world-city Akaea, their home. Music sung for tears shed and shared grief when Hellen and the others –<br/><br/>He paused for a moment, briefly if abrupt. Feeling lost. Had he never healed since then, those years ago? But that was alright. Time would help. A new home and new family too. And he said it again for the hundredth time since that first day at the orphanage. That prayer. To Aradain.<span style=""font-style: italic"">For it is well with my soul</span>. And he swept into the melody again as minutes passed by in seconds, verses flying from his lips like the great western winds. Words he knew so well not a thought was needed, and bare minutes stretched into infinity as he wandered the starry sky of his mind’s eye, memories flashing by. And he played, the pace picking up, the melody rising.<br/><br/>She enchanted him, truly, he knew. He was not so stupid to not notice the signs himself. His sisters had spent more than enough time drilling that sense into him. But, still…<br/><br/>It was strange, if welcome. His first time feeling<span style=""font-style: italic"">this.</span><br/><br/>Perhaps… Was this true love? The same spoken of in the very song he right now sang? His smile grew, full and warm. It certainly didn’t happen every day. But, the parallels were startling, if maybe unsurprising somehow.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Aradain works in mysterious ways, no?</span>He remembered Headmistress Ion’s sermons, hearing the wondrous spoken word of Aradain, Lord, loving and kind and merciful to all his children – and how he worked in small and subtle ways to bring them together to build his dream, to grow in strength themselves through every struggle for each other, even millennia after he ceased to walk the worlds who followed him. Was this part of Aradain calling to him? To follow in Kaios’ footsteps?<br/><br/>A pleasant peace filled him, like calm, cool waters at dawn, his mind lucid and heart clear. This music to heal his soul, and anyone else willing to listen. It was his gift from Aradain. And he would answer this call, to be the best Ardain wished him to be and share who he was with all his fellow children. It was all he ever wanted, after all. To love and be loved in return. And now, to be hers.<br/><br/>The song nearing end. The high point. A final verse all remembrance of memories and lost loved ones, and celebrating eternal life together. A sound like rushing water and cascading falls, soft, somehow close yet distant as he played through the last and most complex part, all his focus required – the two harmonies played at once on one instrument. His fingers flew faster and faster and his voice rose as he sang that final verse, the joyous rejoining of Kaios and Silvalladine in the land after death, that realm beyond the sea of stars where Aradain ruled on high with all his children, where he would be reunited with all his lost loved ones far in the future.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">The great Sundering Sea between them lay<br/>And yet at last they met once more,<br/>Though long ago they did pass away,<br/>Singing sorrowless on that far away shore.</span><br/><br/>Tears fell down his cheek, little rivulets of pure emotion escaping him. And it was alright.<br/><br/>“For it is well with my soul,” he whispered, again, for that last time. He was at peace once more, and even if his heart was not yet whole, Aradain was offering an opportunity to heal and grow, because he knew now, no matter what the future held for him. He would live for all of them. The children of Aradain, his family; everyone.<br/><br/>And he would live for her.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Ellyn.</span>"
10357,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985,2014-12-09T22:07:00,The Starlight,"Ellyn quickly averted her face down, towards the paper, as he began. The strings seemed to hum along as Aris plucked them, and it seemed that he bended the very notes to his will. And oh, what a glorious song it twas, and if possible, an even more glorious performance of one of the greatest ballads of all time. Oh, the Lay of the Phantom Blade. Within it dwelt, sorrow and longing, fear and worry, but also love and hope. Aris's voice rang clear, the accompanying instrument seeming so small beneath its artist, who seemed to grow in power and strength he sang. What was Aris doing as a knight or mage? she wondered. She could only imagine if he had become a bard, villages, towns, and cities, all would bow before his magnificently clear voice. With a voice like that, he could call the name of the wind, and it would come willingly. Such a voice! Planets, the oceans, even the Great Sundering Sea, all would bend before such a voice, and not in fear or under coercing, but as a mother soothingly calls her children to her side. She was stricken, blinded by the brilliant light that was his voice. And she knew it, but loved it all the same. Such a voice belonged in Aradain's realm, it was not fitting for mere mortals to hear the magnificence.<br/><br/>But she was glad, that Aris was not a bard, as she herself would've never hurt this. She would have never felt this unsurpassed joy and warmth when looking at Aris. His smile was radiant and brilliant, his fingers strong, growing in strength with each pluck, and his long white locks of silvery hair, he was magnificent, that was the only word she seemed to be able to use. That face held so many secrets, and the eyes, which came near to matching hers in color, were filled with such sorrow and yet radiant, jubilant joy. And so she began to draw as she looked upon Aris as he raised his voice in triumphiant and glorious song, first drawing the Great Sundering Sea and the Parting of Ways. She drew, and her strokes were bold and strong, wavy and brilliant, representing the Sea. But the drawing seemed almost sorrowful, as was the setting, Ellyn drawing the shadows of two peoples reaching out for each other, so near, and yet so far. And then she began to color, taking up blue and silver and green and maroon, blending each color into the Sea in different ways.<br/>As tears fell from Aris' eyes, she resolved to finish the coloring later and began on Aris himself. First she drew a sketch of him upon a rock, looking on with such power and grace, holding a hand forth and calling the name of the wind. But she made sure that the sketch was not detailed enough for Aris to tell that it was him, at least that is what she attempted. She would draw the full picture later, but for now, she simply wanted to pour her tears, and her joy into her art, and that is what he did.<br/><br/>The chariot fell silent once again. She looked up, hating that it was over. Her eyes too glistened with tears, and though she managed to keep them from escaping, she could not speak. For there were no sufficient words to express the dam of emotions she wanted to let loose. She remained wordless for a second more, shoving down the dam once again for now, looking up once more to Aris' tearstricken face. ""Beautiful."" she simply said, letting that single word convey all of her feelings. In return, as promised, she held out her art book to Aris. ""I hope you like it,"" she said, again finding herself speechless. What had he done to her? Was it magic, or some strange alchemy? Was it trickery, was it all lies. No it was magic, the magic found in his voice, that had enchanted her, and bound her. And she found herself wishing, wanting and hoping, never to be let loose."
10358,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985,2014-12-10T00:40:00,Estva,"Koren woke.<br/><br/>The golden chariot was approaching the planet he had long dreamed of, yet he could not muster any excitement. He had succeeded beyond his wildest dreams, easily outpacing all the wannabe knights on his poor home planet. By all rights, he had every reason to feel proud.<br/><br/>Yet he didn't. The vast constellations in front of him did little to impress him, all he saw was another version of reality that could very well be false. The sheer magnitude of the universe, its sheer majesty and power, all appeared before his eyes, yet he knew, the most powerful of mortals have dared tamper with it. He knew not of why these thoughts came to his mind, but Koren knew his interest in the arcane, and its sheer existence, was what drove him.<br/><br/>He had been previously meditating, quietly listening to some of the ambiance of the chariot. The collected backgrounds of his fellow pilgrims, which he did not specifically identify so as to not intrude upon their privacy. The collective feeling was one of anxiety and excitement, and the other students had every right to feel this way.<br/><br/>While most of the students had been asleep, and still were, a few had gotten up and about. Two women, which he could only assume were sisters by their mannerisms and physical look, had engaged in conversation with the scholar. The scholar himself had given a small, but powerful speech on why he was not the biggest fan of those they would b studying under. This blunt honesty would serve him well in some circles, and would no doubt get some appreciation by the guardians, but Koren found no special appreciation for it. Honesty was useful, but, in the end, he could harm you. Surviving in his wretched town had taught Koren many things about Redemit.<br/><br/>Soon after, another student had broken out into song. Several nice melodies repeated after each other, and Koren would be lying if he said he did not find them pleasing. He cared not for the lyrics, it felt like proselytizing and Koren cared not for the wars of old.<br/><br/>Eventually standing from his position, Koren decided it would be best to begin socializing, as ostracizing yourself was never a good thing. Forcefully disciplining his mind, to purge all nervousness and signs of weakness, as well as to make himself appear charming, Koren began approaching one of his fellow students. The two sisters and the scholar seemed very athletic, and one thing that could not be said of Koren was his athlticism.<br/><br/>The other two had been engaged in a subtly flirtatious dialogue, where they had both begun complimenting each others talent. While possibly genuine, Koren found the act to his distaste, as it seemed sycophantic to him. Of course, all these thoughts were hidden beneath his mental wall, and thus were not presented in any way to the others.<br/><br/>Slev, who had made a clumsy pass at Ellyn, had resigned his fate and sat down.<br/><br/>Of the options available to him, Koren decided to approach Ellyn, Aris, and Slev. Bursting his magic to make himself seem as charismatic as possible, he began to speak.<br/><br/>""Greeting, my friends! Aris, you are one of unimaginable skill. On my home planet, the best we could have were small, self-trained bards who could had to scratch together a living. It is nice to finally hear the voice and melody of a man truly dedicated to his craft, and if you are truly attending this Cathedral, I can not wait to hear what symphonies you develop.""<br/><br/>As this happened, Koren could feel Aris was a mentally strong man. His mind was clearly powerful indeed, and any attempt to influence it in this context would likely be futile. He had high focus, and was acutely aware of his mental thoughts.<br/><br/>Ellyn, however, was no so much the same. Her mind was less aware, less keen to the presence of others. Koren could do nothing big, but because he desired it, Koren made sure to attack a small, but appreciable sense of irritation towards Aris. Irritation towards his songs and melody, as Koren was interested in seeing they would both react."
10359,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985,2014-12-10T01:01:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Starlight <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22744892#p22744892"">wrote</a>:</cite>Ellyn quickly averted her face down, towards the paper, as he began. The strings seemed to hum along as Aris plucked them, and it seemed that he bended the very notes to his will. And oh, what a glorious song it twas, and if possible, an even more glorious performance of one of the greatest ballads of all time. Oh, the Lay of the Phantom Blade. Within it dwelt, sorrow and longing, fear and worry, but also love and hope. Aris's voice rang clear, the accompanying instrument seeming so small beneath its artist, who seemed to grow in power and strength he sang. What was Aris doing as a knight or mage? she wondered. She could only imagine if he had become a bard, villages, towns, and cities, all would bow before his magnificently clear voice. With a voice like that, he could call the name of the wind, and it would come willingly. Such a voice! Planets, the oceans, even the Great Sundering Sea, all would bend before such a voice, and not in fear or under coercing, but as a mother soothingly calls her children to her side. She was stricken, blinded by the brilliant light that was his voice. And she knew it, but loved it all the same. Such a voice belonged in Aradain's realm, it was not fitting for mere mortals to hear the magnificence. <br/><br/>But she was glad, that Aris was not a bard, as she herself would've never hurt this. She would have never felt this unsurpassed joy and warmth when looking at Aris. His smile was radiant and brilliant, his fingers strong, growing in strength with each pluck, and his long white locks of silvery hair, he was magnificent, that was the only word she seemed to be able to use. That face held so many secrets, and the eyes, which came near to matching hers in color, were filled with such sorrow and yet radiant, jubilant joy. And so she began to draw as she looked upon Aris as he raised his voice in triumphiant and glorious song, first drawing the Great Sundering Sea and the Parting of Ways. She drew, and her strokes were bold and strong, wavy and brilliant, representing the Sea. But the drawing seemed almost sorrowful, as was the setting, Ellyn drawing the shadows of two peoples reaching out for each other, so near, and yet so far. And then she began to color, taking up blue and silver and green and maroon, blending each color into the Sea in different ways.<br/>As tears fell from Aris' eyes, she resolved to finish the coloring later and began on Aris himself. First she drew a sketch of him upon a rock, looking on with such power and grace, holding a hand forth and calling the name of the wind. But she made sure that the sketch was not detailed enough for Aris to tell that it was him, at least that is what she attempted. She would draw the full picture later, but for now, she simply wanted to pour her tears, and her joy into her art, and that is what he did. <br/><br/>The chariot fell silent once again. She looked up, hating that it was over. Her eyes too glistened with tears, and though she managed to keep them from escaping, she could not speak. For there were no sufficient words to express the dam of emotions she wanted to let loose. She remained wordless for a second more, shoving down the dam once again for now, looking up once more to Aris' tearstricken face. ""Beautiful."" she simply said, letting that single word convey all of her feelings. In return, as promised, she held out her art book to Aris. ""I hope you like it,"" she said, again finding herself speechless. What had he done to her? Was it magic, or some strange alchemy? Was it trickery, was it all lies. No it was magic, the magic found in his voice, that had enchanted her, and bound her. And she found herself wishing, wanting and hoping, never to be let loose.</div></blockquote><br/>Jynna too was speechless, again finding his music tended to carry emotional weight, she was... impressed by his talent. She would have teared up slightly, but she didn't. It wasn't in her nature to cry. It was more about showing weakness than anything else. She was the strong, stable type. But she was none the less moved by his song.<br/><br/>To her shame, she found herself becoming slightly jealous of Ellyn. She was pretty, seemingly radiantly beautiful, while Jynna didn't really consider herself such. After all, Jynna was very tall and rather formidable, her build almost masculine, though there was definite femininity there. Boys tended to be more intimidated by her than attracted to her, while they seemed to be flocking to Ellyn... She caught herself thinking such jealous thoughts, and was immediately slightly disgusted with herself. She hated when she caught herself thinking self pitying thoughts, especially as she was the emotional backbone of the siblings. She shook such thoughts and smiled her warm smile again. She got up and moved towards Aris, her mind completely forgetting about Mehran and Vyna.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Estva <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22745672#p22745672"">wrote</a>:</cite>-snippity snippity snip-</div></blockquote><br/>She however found herself bumping into Koren slightly before she stabalized herself, evidently not noticing his path. ""Oh! Sorry!"" She replied, recovering her balance before she fell. She looked to the person she had bumped into, her poor awareness meaning she had not noticed him. ""I'm so sorry! Are you okay?"" she asked nervously, mentally cursing her clumsiness. She always did things like this, her clumsiness tended to cause her much grief.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Wolfenium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22743239#p22743239"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Sil Arion <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22737560#p22737560"">wrote</a>:</cite>-earworm-</div></blockquote><br/><br/>As he waited for Vyna to answer, a soft hum of the string began to ring around the cabin. Glancing over at the bard, Mehran did not seem as enthralled by Aris' melodious voice as the others. It was not because the song was bad - even he felt he had a gift in song - but the content only served to grate at his nerves. It appeared as if any mention of glorifying the Phantom Blade was a mention he was eager to refute, though he was consciously trying to repress it out of courtesy. Even he was not that foolish to antagonize his hosts. Instead, he quietly shut his eyes, clapsed his hands as he laid his forehead over and muttered a short incomprehensible prayer under his breath.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22741058#p22741058"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Interesting..."" Vyna said then paused, a little unsure of how to proceed. She appreciated that Mehran was entitled to his own opinion, but it was mildly callous to say that the loss of knowledge is more of a tragedy than the horrific loss of life during the war. She also found holding a grudge and prejudice for something that happened so many years ago was pointless. However she didn't really know much about the war to argue her point, though Vyna was arrogant enough to try. <br/><br/>She was about to pursue her point when she heard the singing, shaking her thoughts. She looked over to the Aristos, surprised. He was good, and Vyna was somewhat impressed, though she honestly preferred symphonies and orchestras to the single man with a cithara, considering them to be higher art. However she did enjoy the song somewhat. <br/><br/>""That was... really nice."" Jynna said to the man, a little moved by the music, though not quite the type to cry. She noted someone else was also interested ""Where did you learn to play like that?"" <br/><br/>After the singing, her mind got back to talking, turning back to Mehran, but deciding the change the subject. She reminded herself she wanted to avoid an argument. ""I suppose we all have our... views."" She muttered, then addressed Mehran directly, ""You must have considerable martial skill if you're being sent with us to the SIlver Hand. I'm curious.... What kind of skills do you possess exactly?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Pardon me,"" he apologized to the sisters, ending his brief meditation with a small smile, ""I'm not one to appreciate songs of heroism. It puts a shroud on the results of their actions. We're always taught to look into an event in multiple views, not just our own. In any case, I won't bore you with my lecture.""<br/><br/>""To be honest,"" he replied, this time with slightly more enthusiasm, ""martial skill is all I ever had in full. I am not cut out for the life of a scholar. I always found the thrill of combat more appealing. I suppose that's why my lecturers sent me here. As for skills,"" he revealed, holding up a pair of sheathed blades by the scabbard, ""I have these. They're not much, just normal energy swords. I always preferred dual wield if I could help it.""</div></blockquote><br/>Vyna talked over the next song, visably irritated and not wanting to let something else interrupt her. ""I'm not exactly a fan of such songs either, I prefer symphonies and orchestras over the lone quaint bard with his little instrument. As romantic as that image is, I find such music lacks... complexity...""<br/><br/>She looked at the blades. ""Dual blades... thats an interesting style. Not many people try to master it. I am impressed..."" She commented. She patted her own rapier, ""I prefer lighter blades myself, allowing me precision, flexibility and speed which longswords don't... As for my sister, she doesn't have so much... finesse, so she prefers axes over blades."""
10360,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985,2014-12-10T03:00:00,Wolfenium,"<blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22745731#p22745731"">wrote</a>:</cite>Vyna talked over the next song, visably irritated and not wanting to let something else interrupt her. ""I'm not exactly a fan of such songs either, I prefer symphonies and orchestras over the lone quaint bard with his little instrument. As romantic as that image is, I find such music lacks... complexity..."" <br/><br/>She looked at the blades. ""Dual blades... thats an interesting style. Not many people try to master it. I am impressed..."" She commented. She patted her own rapier, ""I prefer lighter blades myself, allowing me precision, flexibility and speed which longswords don't... As for my sister, she doesn't have so much... finesse, so she prefers axes over blades.""</div></blockquote><br/>""I see..."" Mehran spoke, lowering his blades as he considered her words, ""I suppose I feel the same way, though I don't really have much preference either way. I can lend you a few pieces in my devices if you like. It's not much; they're quite ancient. But a few date back to the times of old Gaea itself. I hope it's up to your taste.""<br/><br/>A quick glance at Jynna looking at the crowd forming around the bard, Mehran did not quite agree. Sure, she seemed to have a fairly bulky build, but nothing wrong with crude fitness if it perfected one's strength in combat. Turning back to Vyna with a bow, he answered, ""you flatter me, Miss Ayendor. I appreciate it. Of course, I believe everyone has his or her own style of combat. I don't feel there should be an objectively 'correct' style, just one that you have to find which suits you. Just because your sister relies more on brute force doesn't make her a lesser fighter, neither would using a light blade make you beneath anyone. Ultimately, it's how you use the tools at your disposal- oh dear, I'm lecturing again, am I,"" he blurted, cutting himself short woth a chuckle before he starts rambling again."
10361,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985,2014-12-10T03:36:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Wolfenium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22746017#p22746017"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22745731#p22745731"">wrote</a>:</cite>Vyna talked over the next song, visably irritated and not wanting to let something else interrupt her. ""I'm not exactly a fan of such songs either, I prefer symphonies and orchestras over the lone quaint bard with his little instrument. As romantic as that image is, I find such music lacks... complexity..."" <br/><br/>She looked at the blades. ""Dual blades... thats an interesting style. Not many people try to master it. I am impressed..."" She commented. She patted her own rapier, ""I prefer lighter blades myself, allowing me precision, flexibility and speed which longswords don't... As for my sister, she doesn't have so much... finesse, so she prefers axes over blades.""</div></blockquote><br/>""I see..."" Mehran spoke, lowering his blades as he considered her words, ""I suppose I feel the same way, though I don't really have much preference either way. I can lend you a few pieces in my devices if you like. It's not much; they're quite ancient. But a few date back to the times of old Gaea itself. I hope it's up to your taste.""<br/><br/>A quick glance at Jynna looking at the crowd forming around the bard, Mehran did not quite agree. Sure, she seemed to have a fairly bulky build, but nothing wrong with crude fitness if it perfected one's strength in combat. Turning back to Vyna with a bow, he answered, ""you flatter me, Miss Ayendor. I appreciate it. Of course, I believe everyone has his or her own style of combat. I don't feel there should be an objectively 'correct' style, just one that you have to find which suits you. Just because your sister relies more on brute force doesn't make her a lesser fighter, neither would using a light blade make you beneath anyone. Ultimately, it's how you use the tools at your disposal- oh dear, I'm lecturing again, am I,"" he blurted, cutting himself short woth a chuckle before he starts rambling again.</div></blockquote><br/>""I would be glad to listen to them... Age isn't exactly an issue with me."" She replied, resisting the urge to show just how interested she was in favour of keeping her aloof air. She was especially fascinated by older music, the works of a few key composers especially though she wasn't quite able to obtain such things all the time, which was unfortunate. ""In fact the older the better. There's less chance that I might have heard it before."" She might ask if he happened to have any of those composers in his collection depending on how he responded.<br/><br/>Vyna smirked wider at said lecturing, and that he pointed it out. ""Yes, a bit."" She replied, chuckling slightly with him. ""It's fine though. I don't mind it so much."" Vyna did her own fair share of lecturing, though unlike Mehran's they tended to be a little more condescending. ""I never meant to insinuate that my younger sister is a lesser fighter. In fact if you've ever seen her in battle, you'd be surprised how much ferocity she can bring to bear."" She commented. ""And like you said, It would be pointless for her to try and wield a shorter lighter blade as much as it would be pointless for you or I to try fighting with her favoured weapon, of course assuming you have little experience with axes. She plays to her strengths very well."" Vyna chuckled slightly again. ""Now I'm rambling. I'm sorry. I'm very proud of her, of all my siblings..."""
10362,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985,2014-12-10T13:53:00,The Starlight,"<blockquote><div><cite>Estva <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22745672#p22745672"">wrote</a>:</cite>The other two had been engaged in a subtly flirtatious dialogue, where they had both begun complimenting each others talent. While possibly genuine, Koren found the act to his distaste, as it seemed sycophantic to him. Of course, all these thoughts were hidden beneath his mental wall, and thus were not presented in any way to the others.<br/><br/>Slev, who had made a clumsy pass at Ellyn, had resigned his fate and sat down.<br/><br/>Of the options available to him, Koren decided to approach Ellyn, Aris, and Slev. Bursting his magic to make himself seem as charismatic as possible, he began to speak.<br/><br/>""Greeting, my friends! Aris, you are one of unimaginable skill. On my home planet, the best we could have were small, self-trained bards who could had to scratch together a living. It is nice to finally hear the voice and melody of a man truly dedicated to his craft, and if you are truly attending this Cathedral, I can not wait to hear what symphonies you develop.""<br/><br/>As this happened, Koren could feel Aris was a mentally strong man. His mind was clearly powerful indeed, and any attempt to influence it in this context would likely be futile. He had high focus, and was acutely aware of his mental thoughts.<br/><br/>Ellyn, however, was no so much the same. Her mind was less aware, less keen to the presence of others. Koren could do nothing big, but because he desired it, Koren made sure to attack a small, but appreciable sense of irritation towards Aris. Irritation towards his songs and melody, as Koren was interested in seeing they would both react.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Ellyn smiled and nodded at the newcomer, he seemed friendly enough. She looked out into the wide expanse again, feeling small, all of a sudden. And she was, compared to the universe, she was not even a mere speck or dot. What made her special? she wondered. Why her, of all people? She concluded that it most have been fate, it had to be fate, guided by the hand of Aradain, which had brought her to this very moment. Perhaps one day, she would become more than just a speck, and she hoped that the Academy would help her do just that. One of the fear things she often feared was being forgotten, with the name Ellyn Tarembor lost among the stars forever. She wanted to do something, she wanted to be someone, who impacted the Universe. And whether that would be by her brush, her sword or her magic, that is what she was resolved to do.<br/><br/>Deviating from those thoughts, all of a sudden, she became irritated. She delved deeper into the unwelcome feeling, where had it come from? Perhaps she was unsatisfied by her drawings? No, that couldn't be it, though she wished she had an easel to properly paint, not just draw. She had no irritation at the Universe, no, her life was getting better. Then, she discovered it. It was at Aris, and his song. How dare he defile the name of Lady Syvalladine, whose very name was holy? How dare he destroy her peace, disturb her thoughts? His song brought memories upon her, memories of home which made her want to weep. As all these thoughts raced through her head, Ellyn frowned, though not voicing any of them. No, no, where did all that come from? She had enjoyed the song, she liked Aris, right? Now she was utterly confused, what had she been thinking, just a moment ago? She had just waxed lyrical in her head of the qualities and skills of Aris, and now she was irritated. She really didn't know what was going on. In response, she leaned back and closed her eyes, letting her face relax and smooth, as she waited for the sense of irritation to pass. Her drawing book laid in Aris' palm, she looked forward to seeing what he thought about them, and so she waited, trying to restore peace and order over her thoughts."
10363,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=25,2014-12-10T15:28:00,Sil Arion,"“Not as beautiful as you,<span style=""font-style: italic"">cyria mou</span>,” he replied in a warm whisper, his mother tongue flowing off his tongue. Speaking Hellenicá felt mor genuine.<span style=""font-style: italic"">My Lady</span>. Perhaps a little too truthful, but. He couldn’t hardly hold back. Honest words should not be hidden. Not from her. Truth was like the light of day, warm and bright. But one had to be careful of burns, nearing too close the fire. And then he glimpsed the work of her hand, her mind and heart, soul poured out on paper...<br/><br/>Oh.<span style=""font-style: italic"">No.</span>She didn’t. Breath caught in his chest, the world seemed to slow to a stop, eyes open wide. Was that him, there, on the rocks? A bare seeming, almost as if deliberate. But. There he was, certainly. But, why? Why would she draw him? Regardless of his own feelings, he may well be a stranger for all the time she’d known him yet. He hadn’t even shared his full name with her! Such barefaced deception didn’t deserve such – such. He sighed. No matter how his children hurt and harmed one another or the stars themselves, Aradain loved them. For all they were, all their faults and flaws.<br/><br/>“Ellyn…” he trailed off, unsure what he could possibly say, to thank her for this gift. This gift of being known, being acknowledged in a strange new world. So he took up her hands softly, and kissed them; so warm, as a feeling like magic flowed up his fingers through his arms, straight to his heart. His lips moved on their own accord. “<span style=""font-style: italic"">Chília ephcharistó se séna móno, agápi mou.</span>” To this angel in front of him. It was all he could say as he met her gaze, her hair of starlight swaying around her face as she turned to him with her honey-gold eyes and lips of ruby red. And he lost himself in her.<span style=""font-style: italic"">A thousand thanks to you alone, my love.</span>He didn’t want to let go.<br/><br/>A bold voice broke his reverie like a blade, singing high praise. But in a strange way. He glanced up to answer the newcomer.<br/><br/>He was an interesting looking fellow. Tall and lanky, with a deep green cloak fastened around his shoulders, black staff in hand. Certainly a mage. But, his character. Like those awfully lovable twins, Castor and Pollux. Bold, upfront, and affably friendly, and more than a little obnoxious, but like a dear friend who never bothered to introduce himself. His person, his words felt forced. False? Strong instincts were one of his greatest personal abilities. And he trusted them in this; a strange sense of something else being the truth behind this façade. Curious. He observed as he spoke.<br/><br/>“And a warm welcome to you, friend.” He stood and bowed courteously. Headmistress Ion would be so proud! He grinned at that. Etiquette lessons had been a new thing not long ago. But he learned quickly, as always. That didn’t stop him from being honest though. Social courtesies got in the way of that at times. “But your praise is too much for me! If the opportunity presents itself though, then I will certainly join the symphonic orchestra at the Academy. I’m a fair hand with the harp, piano, cello, and violin as well. Hopefully they have need of another of one!”<br/><br/>Ah.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Mental Projection.</span>Just like Castor and Pollux. But then? He must be an expert mental interference and influence mage, to do that. Castor and Pollux only could ever manage such a show when together, weaving and wielding their powers as one to cover the other and strengthen their magics. That spoke a great deal of this boy. But when the mask was lifted, they were intensely introverted, reserved and prone to bottling themselves up in their minds, and deliberately unnerving anyone who tried to bring them back out to the real world; but the twins had only started like that. Before finding family, love in him and the others. That despite all the cold darkness in the world, their was always light. Always warmth. Just harder to find. Perhaps this boy was like them too in that regard.<br/>Hopefully without the massive pranking streak. The twins always had that funny habit of reading everyone’s minds and nudging things around in ways not always appreciated at the time til days later when everyone would laugh at the mishaps they manipulated people into pulling.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Hopefully</span>. He had learned very quickly to monitor himself in their presence after that incident. Really, Cytheria had<span style=""font-style: italic"">not</span>reacted well to him falling down on her in the stairwell. Especially when his hands land<span style=""font-style: italic"">there</span>. Of all places.<br/><br/>It didn’t help that the reason he tripped in the first place was because the twins had sent an image of her nude to him just as he stepped in front of her. Damnably lovable twins. He missed them.<br/><br/>But if not him, who?<br/><br/>Oh.<br/><br/>No.<span style=""font-style: italic"">He wouldn’t dare. Not her. Not Ellyn.</span>The signs were quite clear, by the look of confusion and agitation plainly on her face. He shot the boy an upraised eyebrow and half-smile, but a bit tight. If he had even an ounce of the twins’ skills, he could certainly read at least surface thoughts.<br/><br/>So he made them as obvious as possible. And focused.<span style=""font-style: italic"">I hope that wasn’t in malicious intent.</span>Hopefully the boy would stop tormenting her, even if in good fun. But his smile grew. He had hope for him, the newcomer. If anything, the twins loved being caught at their own game. It was half the reason they played. Or so they said. But they were still family. Perhaps he would be too, in time. After all, were not all children of Aradain, the Redemit, one family? He didn't want to come into conflict with anyone.<br/><br/>“You might wish to explain yourself,<span style=""font-style: italic"">adelphós</span>,” he spoke then, friendly, lighthearted, “As none can read minds like you here.” Grinning, he met the young man’s gaze.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Why don’t you come out, my friend?</span>Hiding one's self only ended in a cycle of pain and grief and life filled with sadness. He would know. Stall tall, be strong, know right from wrong. But above all.<br/><br/>Be yourself."
10364,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=25,2014-12-10T16:21:00,Estva,"<blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22745731#p22745731"">wrote</a>:</cite>She however found herself bumping into Koren slightly before she stabalized herself, evidently not noticing his path. ""Oh! Sorry!"" She replied, recovering her balance before she fell. She looked to the person she had bumped into, her poor awareness meaning she had not noticed him. ""I'm so sorry! Are you okay?"" she asked nervously, mentally cursing her clumsiness. She always did things like this, her clumsiness tended to cause her much grief.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Koren's trick had worked. He could sense that Ellyn was irritated at Aris, and he found this amusing. He dared not try to do anymore than that, because that would be dangerous to both himself, as he could be caught, and Ellyn, whom he wished no real harm.<br/><br/>After he had finished his compliment to Aris, Jynna, one of the sisters, had bumped into him. It did far more harm to him, seeing a show built powerful Jynna was, but he quickly composed himself. She appeared incredibly clumsy, as she admitted to him quite quickly. Mentally, he could also tell she was, more than anyone on this ship, susceptible to Koren's tricks.<br/><br/>However, as the rick continued making Ellyn irritated, Aris seemd more and more aware of what was happening. Koren was quick to do what he wanted next, and silently put a small admiration towards Koren in Jynna's mind.<br/><br/>""I am fine, my lady. I apologize for what occurred, but if I may ask your name, I would be more than pleased to make your acquaintance.""<br/><br/>Koren really put the honey in those words.<br/><blockquote><div><cite>Sil Arion <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22751487#p22751487"">wrote</a>:</cite>snip</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Interrupting him however, was Aris responding to Koren's compliment. This was quickly followed by an accusation; one that was spot on.<br/><br/>Koren panicked a little, but instantaneously composed himself.<br/><br/>""My friend, well I do delve into the secrets of the mind, never do I read the minds of those around me. Such would be a break of privacy, something I cannot do in any good conscience. I must say, however, you seem quite astute to ell that about me from such a position.""<br/><br/>Aris and Koren looked at each other, straight into each others eyes. Koren could tell Aris knew what kind of man he was, just by looking, but as Aris was the only person on the ship that could do so, he did not feel too threatened. So, instead of obey Aris' unspoken request, Koren gave a small smirk, and instead changed his own demeanor to appear innocent and hurt to the rest of the crowd.<br/><br/>""I seek no conflict. I wished only to compliment you on your music."""
10365,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=25,2014-12-10T18:40:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Estva <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22752145#p22752145"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22745731#p22745731"">wrote</a>:</cite>She however found herself bumping into Koren slightly before she stabalized herself, evidently not noticing his path. ""Oh! Sorry!"" She replied, recovering her balance before she fell. She looked to the person she had bumped into, her poor awareness meaning she had not noticed him. ""I'm so sorry! Are you okay?"" she asked nervously, mentally cursing her clumsiness. She always did things like this, her clumsiness tended to cause her much grief.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Koren's trick had worked. He could sense that Ellyn was irritated at Aris, and he found this amusing. He dared not try to do anymore than that, because that would be dangerous to both himself, as he could be caught, and Ellyn, whom he wished no real harm.<br/><br/>After he had finished his compliment to Aris, Jynna, one of the sisters, had bumped into him. It did far more harm to him, seeing a show built powerful Jynna was, but he quickly composed himself. She appeared incredibly clumsy, as she admitted to him quite quickly. Mentally, he could also tell she was, more than anyone on this ship, susceptible to Koren's tricks.<br/><br/>However, as the rick continued making Ellyn irritated, Aris seemd more and more aware of what was happening. Koren was quick to do what he wanted next, and silently put a small admiration towards Koren in Jynna's mind.<br/><br/>""I am fine, my lady. I apologize for what occurred, but if I may ask your name, I would be more than pleased to make your acquaintance."" <br/><br/>Koren really put the honey in those words.<br/><blockquote><div><cite>Sil Arion <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22751487#p22751487"">wrote</a>:</cite>snip</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Interrupting him however, was Aris responding to Koren's compliment. This was quickly followed by an accusation; one that was spot on.<br/><br/>Koren panicked a little, but instantaneously composed himself. <br/><br/>""My friend, well I do delve into the secrets of the mind, never do I read the minds of those around me. Such would be a break of privacy, something I cannot do in any good conscience. I must say, however, you seem quite astute to ell that about me from such a position.""<br/><br/>Aris and Koren looked at each other, straight into each others eyes. Koren could tell Aris knew what kind of man he was, just by looking, but as Aris was the only person on the ship that could do so, he did not feel too threatened. So, instead of obey Aris' unspoken request, Koren gave a small smirk, and instead changed his own demeanor to appear innocent and hurt to the rest of the crowd.<br/><br/>""I seek no conflict. I wished only to compliment you on your music.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Jynna, My name is Jynna…"" She replied, her face of concern morphing into a warm smile, strangely warmer than usual. He seemed like a gentleman from what Jynna could tell, and there was this subtle feeling making her think better of him, though it wasn't exactly necessary. She was usually pretty agreeable anyway and tended to think the best of people, even strangers, so it was almost like preaching to the choir. Though it did make her a little more open to talking.<br/><br/>""Oh no it's okay. That was entirely my fault."" She giggled slightly. ""There's really no need for you to apologise for my mistake. I really should be more aware of my surroundings."" She said. ""Oh… By the way what's your name?""<br/><br/>Then she heard something about mind magic and was somewhat confused. ""Mind… Reading… What…?"""
10366,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=25,2014-12-10T19:12:00,Wolfenium,"<blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22746108#p22746108"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Wolfenium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22746017#p22746017"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I see..."" Mehran spoke, lowering his blades as he considered her words, ""I suppose I feel the same way, though I don't really have much preference either way. I can lend you a few pieces in my devices if you like. It's not much; they're quite ancient. But a few date back to the times of old Gaea itself. I hope it's up to your taste.""<br/><br/>A quick glance at Jynna looking at the crowd forming around the bard, Mehran did not quite agree. Sure, she seemed to have a fairly bulky build, but nothing wrong with crude fitness if it perfected one's strength in combat. Turning back to Vyna with a bow, he answered, ""you flatter me, Miss Ayendor. I appreciate it. Of course, I believe everyone has his or her own style of combat. I don't feel there should be an objectively 'correct' style, just one that you have to find which suits you. Just because your sister relies more on brute force doesn't make her a lesser fighter, neither would using a light blade make you beneath anyone. Ultimately, it's how you use the tools at your disposal- oh dear, I'm lecturing again, am I,"" he blurted, cutting himself short woth a chuckle before he starts rambling again.</div></blockquote><br/>""I would be glad to listen to them... Age isn't exactly an issue with me."" She replied, resisting the urge to show just how interested she was in favour of keeping her aloof air. She was especially fascinated by older music, the works of a few key composers especially though she wasn't quite able to obtain such things all the time, which was unfortunate. ""In fact the older the better. There's less chance that I might have heard it before."" She might ask if he happened to have any of those composers in his collection depending on how he responded. <br/><br/>Vyna smirked wider at said lecturing, and that he pointed it out. ""Yes, a bit."" She replied, chuckling slightly with him. ""It's fine though. I don't mind it so much."" Vyna did her own fair share of lecturing, though unlike Mehran's they tended to be a little more condescending. ""I never meant to insinuate that my younger sister is a lesser fighter. In fact if you've ever seen her in battle, you'd be surprised how much ferocity she can bring to bear."" She commented. ""And like you said, It would be pointless for her to try and wield a shorter lighter blade as much as it would be pointless for you or I to try fighting with her favoured weapon, of course assuming you have little experience with axes. She plays to her strengths very well."" Vyna chuckled slightly again. ""Now I'm rambling. I'm sorry. I'm very proud of her, of all my siblings...""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""I'm sure you do,"" he answered in a welcome smile, ""I'll be sure to pick out some selections for you.""<br/><br/>From the onset, Vynaria came across as a woman of with an aptitude for great grace, likely an aristocrat. The Xorshids were not a feudal society, but being in the minority of a feudal world made them familiar with the twisted machinations of court life. He did not see any ill rom Vyna as of yet, a good point in any case, but her social attitudes made her almost incapable of understanding those outside her social class, a potential source for friction. Mehran, however, felt it was too early to speak of it. He did not want to anger her abruptly. If anything, other events soon got his attention.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Sil Arion <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22751487#p22751487"">wrote</a>:</cite>“You might wish to explain yourself, <span style=""font-style: italic"">adelphós</span>,” he spoke then, friendly, lighthearted, “As none can read minds like you here.” Grinning, he met the young man’s gaze. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Why don’t you come out, my friend?</span> Hiding one's self only ended in a cycle of pain and grief and life filled with sadness. He would know. Stall tall, be strong, know right from wrong. But above all. <br/><br/>Be yourself.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Estva <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22752145#p22752145"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22745731#p22745731"">wrote</a>:</cite>She however found herself bumping into Koren slightly before she stabalized herself, evidently not noticing his path. ""Oh! Sorry!"" She replied, recovering her balance before she fell. She looked to the person she had bumped into, her poor awareness meaning she had not noticed him. ""I'm so sorry! Are you okay?"" she asked nervously, mentally cursing her clumsiness. She always did things like this, her clumsiness tended to cause her much grief.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Koren's trick had worked. He could sense that Ellyn was irritated at Aris, and he found this amusing. He dared not try to do anymore than that, because that would be dangerous to both himself, as he could be caught, and Ellyn, whom he wished no real harm.<br/><br/>After he had finished his compliment to Aris, Jynna, one of the sisters, had bumped into him. It did far more harm to him, seeing a show built powerful Jynna was, but he quickly composed himself. She appeared incredibly clumsy, as she admitted to him quite quickly. Mentally, he could also tell she was, more than anyone on this ship, susceptible to Koren's tricks.<br/><br/>However, as the rick continued making Ellyn irritated, Aris seemd more and more aware of what was happening. Koren was quick to do what he wanted next, and silently put a small admiration towards Koren in Jynna's mind.<br/><br/>""I am fine, my lady. I apologize for what occurred, but if I may ask your name, I would be more than pleased to make your acquaintance."" <br/><br/>Koren really put the honey in those words.<br/><blockquote><div><cite>Sil Arion <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22751487#p22751487"">wrote</a>:</cite>snip</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Interrupting him however, was Aris responding to Koren's compliment. This was quickly followed by an accusation; one that was spot on.<br/><br/>Koren panicked a little, but instantaneously composed himself. <br/><br/>""My friend, well I do delve into the secrets of the mind, never do I read the minds of those around me. Such would be a break of privacy, something I cannot do in any good conscience. I must say, however, you seem quite astute to ell that about me from such a position.""<br/><br/>Aris and Koren looked at each other, straight into each others eyes. Koren could tell Aris knew what kind of man he was, just by looking, but as Aris was the only person on the ship that could do so, he did not feel too threatened. So, instead of obey Aris' unspoken request, Koren gave a small smirk, and instead changed his own demeanor to appear innocent and hurt to the rest of the crowd.<br/><br/>""I seek no conflict. I wished only to compliment you on your music.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Glancing over at Aris and Koren, Mehran whispered in Vyna to act. He did not like the looks of the scuffle growing, and in particular, he did not like how Koren spoke with Jynna. Whispering to Vyna, he advised, ""you should tend to your sister. I fear a fight might be brewing.""<br/><br/>However, his heart felt rather torn at intervening. Sure, his curiosity nagged at him to investigate, but if Aris' accusations were true, he would not be able to force a confession out of Koren without being run around in circles. More importantly, he felt the boy's outburst was excessively brash, and made him look like an idiot by comparison to Koren. If it were him, he would try to use his mind to argue, not his heart. But could he just stand by while some punk played mind tricks to his fancy? Even Mehran was unsure. The best option would be to get Vyna into the scene, while he himself thought over his choices."
10367,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=25,2014-12-10T20:59:00,Sil Arion,"It may not have been his place to judge, but, he felt... let down. That his hopes, while small, fell with the boy’s words and change. But he could only accept, no matter how manipulative or malicious one might be. Only give time to come to understanding. But that momentary lapse in his façade showed him enough. Enough to know<span style=""font-style: italic"">he was there</span>. Just hiding inside his armored shell, not yet ready to emerge and grow into the outer world, even if all he showed the rest of the crowd was an innocent and hurt false face. He would wait then. Wistfully, he continued.<br/><br/>“If you wish for something that be within my power to give, I will not deny you. Be at peace,<span style=""font-style: italic"">filos</span>.” Brother. If the mage wanted to save face in front the crowd, he would help; his own comment made the boy uncomfortable, backed him into a corner. So he'd be honest again. Trust him. “You just reminded me of old family. With power and personality very like yours. But, thank you again, for your praise. I will remember it.” A little warning, but friendly still. He listened to his heart. No matter the mind game the boy begot, or the confusion he wrought, or the trouble he sought in doing so. He would not give up, but not either tread on other’s hearts if he could help it. Trust was key in connecting with others, trust to care and be cared for in turn. Life taught him that much, at least. Well. Perhaps a<span style=""font-style: italic"">little</span>more than that.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">‘You are wise beyond your years, little one.’</span>Old mother Gaea’s words had always warmed his heart, and living up to them proved well in his life, as she ruffled his long hair and sang ballads in the flickering light of the orphanage, so far below where daylight reaches. But still filled with warmth. The warmth of a family. Of love.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Another time then.</span>Hope was not yet lost to help this lonely brother.<br/><br/>But it seemed others attentions had turned to them as well as the tension bled away. But that gaze Mehran held at him felt rather unfriendly. Even contemptuous. Had he wronged him somehow? Without having even shared words?<span style=""font-style: italic"">How then could that be?</span>"
10368,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=25,2014-12-10T21:37:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Wolfenium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22754416#p22754416"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22746108#p22746108"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I would be glad to listen to them... Age isn't exactly an issue with me."" She replied, resisting the urge to show just how interested she was in favour of keeping her aloof air. She was especially fascinated by older music, the works of a few key composers especially though she wasn't quite able to obtain such things all the time, which was unfortunate. ""In fact the older the better. There's less chance that I might have heard it before."" She might ask if he happened to have any of those composers in his collection depending on how he responded. <br/><br/>Vyna smirked wider at said lecturing, and that he pointed it out. ""Yes, a bit."" She replied, chuckling slightly with him. ""It's fine though. I don't mind it so much."" Vyna did her own fair share of lecturing, though unlike Mehran's they tended to be a little more condescending. ""I never meant to insinuate that my younger sister is a lesser fighter. In fact if you've ever seen her in battle, you'd be surprised how much ferocity she can bring to bear."" She commented. ""And like you said, It would be pointless for her to try and wield a shorter lighter blade as much as it would be pointless for you or I to try fighting with her favoured weapon, of course assuming you have little experience with axes. She plays to her strengths very well."" Vyna chuckled slightly again. ""Now I'm rambling. I'm sorry. I'm very proud of her, of all my siblings...""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""I'm sure you do,"" he answered in a welcome smile, ""I'll be sure to pick out some selections for you.""<br/><br/>From the onset, Vynaria came across as a woman of with an aptitude for great grace, likely an aristocrat. The Xorshids were not a feudal society, but being in the minority of a feudal world made them familiar with the twisted machinations of court life. He did not see any ill rom Vyna as of yet, a good point in any case, but her social attitudes made her almost incapable of understanding those outside her social class, a potential source for friction. Mehran, however, felt it was too early to speak of it. He did not want to anger her abruptly. If anything, other events soon got his attention.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Sil Arion <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22751487#p22751487"">wrote</a>:</cite>“You might wish to explain yourself, <span style=""font-style: italic"">adelphós</span>,” he spoke then, friendly, lighthearted, “As none can read minds like you here.” Grinning, he met the young man’s gaze. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Why don’t you come out, my friend?</span> Hiding one's self only ended in a cycle of pain and grief and life filled with sadness. He would know. Stall tall, be strong, know right from wrong. But above all. <br/><br/>Be yourself.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Estva <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22752145#p22752145"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Koren's trick had worked. He could sense that Ellyn was irritated at Aris, and he found this amusing. He dared not try to do anymore than that, because that would be dangerous to both himself, as he could be caught, and Ellyn, whom he wished no real harm.<br/><br/>After he had finished his compliment to Aris, Jynna, one of the sisters, had bumped into him. It did far more harm to him, seeing a show built powerful Jynna was, but he quickly composed himself. She appeared incredibly clumsy, as she admitted to him quite quickly. Mentally, he could also tell she was, more than anyone on this ship, susceptible to Koren's tricks.<br/><br/>However, as the rick continued making Ellyn irritated, Aris seemd more and more aware of what was happening. Koren was quick to do what he wanted next, and silently put a small admiration towards Koren in Jynna's mind.<br/><br/>""I am fine, my lady. I apologize for what occurred, but if I may ask your name, I would be more than pleased to make your acquaintance."" <br/><br/>Koren really put the honey in those words.<br/><br/><br/>Interrupting him however, was Aris responding to Koren's compliment. This was quickly followed by an accusation; one that was spot on.<br/><br/>Koren panicked a little, but instantaneously composed himself. <br/><br/>""My friend, well I do delve into the secrets of the mind, never do I read the minds of those around me. Such would be a break of privacy, something I cannot do in any good conscience. I must say, however, you seem quite astute to ell that about me from such a position.""<br/><br/>Aris and Koren looked at each other, straight into each others eyes. Koren could tell Aris knew what kind of man he was, just by looking, but as Aris was the only person on the ship that could do so, he did not feel too threatened. So, instead of obey Aris' unspoken request, Koren gave a small smirk, and instead changed his own demeanor to appear innocent and hurt to the rest of the crowd.<br/><br/>""I seek no conflict. I wished only to compliment you on your music.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Glancing over at Aris and Koren, Mehran whispered in Vyna to act. He did not like the looks of the scuffle growing, and in particular, he did not like how Koren spoke with Jynna. Whispering to Vyna, he advised, ""you should tend to your sister. I fear a fight might be brewing.""<br/><br/>However, his heart felt rather torn at intervening. Sure, his curiosity nagged at him to investigate, but if Aris' accusations were true, he would not be able to force a confession out of Koren without being run around in circles. More importantly, he felt the boy's outburst was excessive, and made him look like an idiot by comparison to Koren. If it were him, he would try to use his mind to argue, not his heart. But could he just stand by while some punk played mind tricks to his fancy? Even Mehran was unsure. The best option would be to get Vyna into the scene, while he himself thought over his choices.</div></blockquote><br/>Vyna had been a little tense when Mehran had said fight, but Aris ""Things seem to be calming down."" Vyna replied. ""Intervention doesn't seem to be required at the moment… Although…."" She looked over to Koren, and heard something about mental magic and observed the strange way people seemed to act around him. She pursed her lips, something might be going on here. Though, as much as she didn't like the idea of someone manipulating her sister, she had to keep calm for now, though it would be best to have a wary eye on the situation.<br/><br/>""I'd keep an eye on the person my sister bumped into…."" She said quietly, enough so no one but Mehran would hear, looking at Koren."
10369,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=25,2014-12-10T22:30:00,Escalan Corps-Star Island,"<span style=""margin-left: 20px;""></span>Feet tapping in excitement, the girl leaned forwards on her stool, listening with rapt attention to her father. She'd caught him in a good mood that night by the fire; he'd just made a sale he'd been working on for two months. After the necessary pestering, he relented to his daughter's demands and leaned back in his rocking chair. ""What kind of story are you after,<span style=""font-style: italic"">mírim*</span>?""<br/><span style=""margin-left: 20px;""></span>She pursed her lips, the flickering orange firelight casting shadows that danced across the left side of her delicate face and sparkling eyes. ""Do I even need to tell you, Papa?""<br/><span style=""margin-left: 20px;""></span>He sighed and continued rocking. ""The Chalice War it is. I'll pick up where I left off, I promise,"" he said as she opened her mouth to speak. The girl smiled and waited for him to start. He cleared his throat dramatically and she raised an eyebrow, stifling a giggle. Her father rolled his eyes in response, smiling at her with dimples marking his cheeks.<br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 20px;""></span>""Now, this is one way your uncle was very different from me, darling. You see, he had all but forgotten how to smile. I told you last about what his companions and he found in the ruins of Cathedral Briscea, in the wake of the dragon's descent, yes?"" The twelve-year-old nodded assent, waiting for him to continue.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 20px;""></span>Uncle Kolémeyn knelt down in the ashes, brushing dust and charred wood from a family picture. He remembered the last time he had looked upon such desolation, when he had brought it himself. But now, a hundred years after these bloody conquests, his reaction was different. He knelt in the swirling ash, the remains of a livelihood he could scarce remember, and wept for the millions who lost their lives. The group's leader, Arcadius Alistar of the Phantom Blade, was the first one to notice the differences between the scene he saw and the usual way a raided Cathedral appeared. There was magic in the air, magic foreign to him that could not have come from a Redemit. Since the party had been cut off from support, they did not know of the terrible calamity that had befallen Kaineroth and of the death of the Aurex and many of his commanders. So when—""<br/><span style=""margin-left: 20px;""></span>""I really wanna be Arcadius, Papa. I love Kolémeyn since he has actual feelings sometimes<span style=""font-style: italic"">and</span>kills dragons, but the Phantom Blade people are so much cooler-sounding. Even though they got their capital eaten,"" concluded the girl morosely.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 20px;""></span>""Just you wait,<span style=""font-style: italic"">mírim</span>. Where was I? Ah, yes. When Kolémeyn picked up a handful of ashes, they fell apart oddly in his hand, and he suspected. He had seen a similar thing on Cathedral Striandal when he ruled there, at a place called Dragonmount because of the massive ""skeleton"" there. He had always thought it but an odd obsidian formation, but now he began to wonder. And then the clouds parted around the form of a great winged shape, falling from the heavens like some hellish meteor. . .""<br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 20px;""></span>The image shifted. She stood in a living room of her family's house, waving a mock purple energy in circles, black hair flying out in silken waves behind her. She looked through the nearest doorway to where her father sat eating. Now sixteen, she was maturing into quite an attractive girl, with her distinctive violet eyes an anomaly amongst her family's pale grey ones. She spun in a circle with the blade, catching her toes in the thick carpet and tumbling with a loud<span style=""font-style: italic"">thump</span>to the ground. . .<br/><span style=""margin-left: 20px;""></span>Kiri Illýsir Elanar Aspirlacial lay sprawled on the deck of the chariot, having tumbled while asleep from the bench where she had gone to sleep upon boarding. Despite the conversations and singing, she had remained out cold until this latest misfortune. She pulled one arm from beneath her, rubbing her eyes and looking up dazedly at her surroundings. Noticing that several of the other occupants were looking at her a bit strangely, she levered herself into a sitting position and from there back onto the bench. Placing her left hand on her slender hip and her chin on her right, she surveyed her fellow students as if daring them to comment.<br/><br/><br/>*Shortened form of ""princess"" in Aláranid"
10370,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=25,2014-12-10T23:22:00,The Starlight,"Ellyn cracked open an eye as Aris flipped through her drawing book, starting to tap her fingers on the armrest softly. Would he like them? Were they truly good drawings and paintings. And then, she saw him stop.<span style=""font-style: italic"">He knew!</span>And though she wasn't sure what was going on inside his head, she hoped they were positive. She gasped softly, more to herself than anyone else, as he took up her hands in his own, soft, long and nimble fingers of a musician's hand, and then to his lips. His kiss upon her hand was light and soft, as the wind caresses a flower ever so gently. She didn't want to let go, but remained there, looking down on their joined hands and into his deep, ever so deep eyes. He wove a greater spell with the exotic sounding words that he said, and she now wished to learn them herself.<br/><br/>But as the strange thoughts came, she frowned, trying to get rid of the totally unwelcome thoughts. But when Aris mentioned mind tricks, her eyes snapped open, smoldering with a righteous, furious gold color that made her look like even more of a lionness. But her eyes only flashed in warning, no, in anger, before giving way grudgingly to reason. She had no concrete proof, and so, couldn't change him to a duel. But oh, how her hands itched, wishing to summon Silverthorn and Dawnbreaker into her hands, to teach the boy what it meant to make a foe out of Ellyn Tarembor. But no, she did not know what other magics he possessed nor did she know his skill with a blade, though she thought that she may have the upperhand. And fighting would gain her a bad reputation in the Academy, along with the rest of the students. No, she did not have proof, so she remained silent, instead focusing on expelling the evil thoughts from her brain, never to return. Her mind was her final sanctuary, the place where she guarded her most private thoughts and her inner beliefs, it was a crime, nay, a sin, to attempt to manipulate the mind of another. But she kept a pleasant look on her face, finally getting rid of the sense of irritation. In order to calm things, down, she gently retook her book from Aris, and said, ""I need you to sit down, Aris, to get a full potrait of your face for the painting, now that the secret's out, I might as well continue.""<br/>To Koren, she said, ""Nice to meet you, fellow future student. May I inquire your name? I am Ellyn."""
10371,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=25,2014-12-11T03:16:00,The Unites State-Of-Minds,"It wasn't until the young bard filled the chamber with the sounds of a song that Arogisl took real notice of his new companions. He was unfamiliar with the composition, but the tales were known to him. It was a pleasant piece that filled the chamber, one of bright disposition intended to cheer the listener. Having little in the ways of variation, such works were commonplace as they always were for events of significance, and in all honesty bored him ever so slightly. What interested him far more was the instrument. Strings were by far his favorite, and here was an instrument new to him, motivating him to take some time to look about and see what surrounded him. If he wanted to learn more of the instrument, the quickest method would be to learn of the people and inquire as to the device directly.<br/><br/>The others had begun to mingle some time before, letting him on his own with naught but to observe, which suited him just fine. Waiting and watching was so much simpler then speaking up and taking part. Granted he knew that it would be difficult to continue as such for long, particularly if he wished to inquire about the stringed instrument, but at the very least he could get an idea of the directions in which his peers faced so as to avoid unnecessary friction. There was the young bard, a silver-tongue if he ever heard one; the kind who were among the more difficult to take measure of. He seemed oblivious to much other then an artist girl, who in turn was as enthralled with his song as he with her face. Yet, he was not one of any place to judge, and they could do as they wished so long as they caused no interference. He observed as he girl was approached by another male who appeared even more nervous then he felt at the ordeal ahead, a concept which he felt no shame in indulging within to further sooth his own nerves, yet her interest in he was far below her captivation towards the bard. It was quite amusing from the outside perspective to watch, although it was doubtful whether anything much would become of it before their arrival. He lost interest as a fourth individual approached, and doubting the new contributor would rekindle his interest, Arogisl instead cast his unassuming gaze towards a pair of women of similar appearance seated beside a male of an almost storybook disposition. He found some amusement in the male's rather theatrical array of movements as he spoke, yet their conversation was a tad difficult to hear over the song and chatter of his previous focus, and he gained little insight other then the eccentricities in idle action of the male .<br/><br/>There was some intermingling between the two circles, but the two males of notice seemed to act as boundaries for their respective circle of conversation. Now, that wasn't to say they were the only ones there, or that they were overbearing in demeanor; but more that they seemed to have taken the role of alphas. He toyed with the idea of blurring the lines between the two circles for a moment to pit the two personalities together before realizing the foolishness of such a thought. ""These people are just as familiar with each other as you are with them. The lines have yet to be formed."" Chastising himself for the hasty appraisal to fit his own fancy, he recast his gaze yet again; this time to the young maiden lying upon the floor. For reasons beyond him, she had declined to partake of the provided seating and instead took refuge upon the floor to engage in a nap. It wasn't long after he took notice of her that she came to, and after sitting herself up and surveying her surroundings relocated onto one of the benches, glaring at whomever dared to make eye contact. Finding himself amused, he continued to watch in the hopes that someone would interact with her, or her with someone else."
10372,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=25,2014-12-11T03:59:00,Wolfenium,"<blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22755794#p22755794"">wrote</a>:</cite>Vyna had been a little tense when Mehran had said fight, but Aris ""Things seem to be calming down."" Vyna replied. ""Intervention doesn't seem to be required at the moment… Although…."" She looked over to Koren, and heard something about mental magic and observed the strange way people seemed to act around him. She pursed her lips, something might be going on here. Though, as much as she didn't like the idea of someone manipulating her sister, she had to keep calm for now, though it would be best to have a wary eye on the situation. <br/><br/>""I'd keep an eye on the person my sister bumped into…."" She said quietly, enough so no one but Mehran would hear, looking at Koren.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Acknowledge, another time then,"" Mehran answered with a nod, plugging back the headphones for his lecture as he let Vyna be on her way. To his relief, no scuffle broke out with the duo. He certainly did not approve of either men's behaviour, be it Koren's rogue manipulation or Aris' emotionally-hinged acts. But he did not want to escalate the scene, certainly not by direct confrontation. In any case, he would rather not talk too much if he could help it."
10373,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=25,2014-12-11T04:05:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Wolfenium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22757392#p22757392"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22755794#p22755794"">wrote</a>:</cite>Vyna had been a little tense when Mehran had said fight, but Aris ""Things seem to be calming down."" Vyna replied. ""Intervention doesn't seem to be required at the moment… Although…."" She looked over to Koren, and heard something about mental magic and observed the strange way people seemed to act around him. She pursed her lips, something might be going on here. Though, as much as she didn't like the idea of someone manipulating her sister, she had to keep calm for now, though it would be best to have a wary eye on the situation. <br/><br/>""I'd keep an eye on the person my sister bumped into…."" She said quietly, enough so no one but Mehran would hear, looking at Koren.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Acknowledge, another time then,"" Mehran answered with a nod, plugging back the headphones for his lecture as he let Vyna be on her way. To his relief, no scuffle broke out with the duo. He certainly did not approve of either men's behaviour, be it Koren's rogue manipulation or Aris' emotionally-hinged acts. But he did not want to escalate the scene, certainly not by direct confrontation. In any case, he would rather not talk too much if he could help it.</div></blockquote><br/>Vyna smiled, and nodded. ""Indeed, I'd be glad to talk again."" She replied, before getting up and moving towards her sister, she stood a little bit away from her, pretending to be looking at the artists before she started the portrait from afar. Smiling her confident smile while her sister talked. She kept an eye on Koren, masking her wariness behind that smile. She guessed her sister would be somewhat susceptible to mental magics, though she had no definite proof that he was using them or that he held malicious intent towards Jyn, so she held back, merely there in case things went sour."
10374,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=25,2014-12-11T10:32:00,Sil Arion,"Relief coursed through him. She was aware then of the boy’s transgression, her blazing gaze like a furious solar flare for a brief moment, realization clear on her face and fingers twitching before she settled down. He shouldn’t have worried so; she certainly could defend herself well. Never to be forgotten now. She may be a lady, but one after Syvalladine, no helpless maiden from a high royal family who was fed with a silver spoon. A fighter with a heart of gold.<br/><br/>And finally he might know the other boy’s name. Asking would have been inappropriate after that exchange, and making him more uncomfortable would not be within his own character.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Ho ho.</span>Ordering him around already? Who was he to deny her though? A teasing smile flit across his face.<br/><br/>“Your wish is my command,<span style=""font-style: italic"">cyria mou,</span>” Aris replied softly, amused, eyes twinkling as he gazed into hers so like sunshine, seating himself before her. Her words warmed his heart all over again. The bright smile on his face couldn't be held back; if anything, then it lit up the room as she lit up his life.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Alright.</span>Even for<span style=""font-style: italic"">him</span>, that was more than dramatic. Definitely a good thing though. Hopefully. Had he known beforehand any of this strange wonder would happen, even if Headmistress Ion herself told him before his leaving. He would not have believed. He had known love broad and deep from his vast family of siblings, but<span style=""font-style: italic"">this. This feeling.</span>So perfect and pure. Wonderful and warm and all bright light seemed all he thought since first seeing her. Perhaps it was love at first sight then. Truly. Like the stories say.<br/><br/>His will was set. For her, he would write a song. A song alone that might match her beauty and brightness, and all the warmth and goodness she inspired in him.<span style=""font-style: italic"">The</span>song. It would take time, surely, but for her…<span style=""font-style: italic"">My heart is forever yours,</span>agapiméni<span style=""font-style: italic"">Ellyn</span>. And then. His eyes opened wide as his head shot up and slipped a hand over his open lips.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Aradain, no.</span>Had he spoken that aloud?<br/><br/>Then a thud sounded from behind and he looked over his shoulder and turned, desperately looking for a distraction as he schooled his features. A girl tumbled from her seat in an awkward bundle of blankets and limbs, apparently waking herself from sleep as she decided to acquaint herself with the floor. Others turned and stared, and she stared back, as if daring a snarky comment be made. He didn't speak though. Too caught within his own thoughts; he had caused enough trouble as it was. But he worried still.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">What will she think now of me?</span>"
10375,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=25,2014-12-11T21:23:00,Eon Prime,"Sitting in the front of the chariot, in what was perhaps the most aloof and remote position she could have chosen, Anaya had little problem hearing the rest of the students behind her. She had been locked in the icy grip of apprehension since boarding the vessel, which perhaps influenced her seat selection. As the scion of a declining house, she felt out of place and had actually been surprised at her acceptance. The Silver Hand Academy was reputed to be one of the greatest centers of learning in the Known Universe, and<span style=""font-style: italic"">the</span>greatest in the Phantom Blade’s territory. Naturally, she had assumed a certain level of poise and bearing from the other first years, she had assumed that they would be better than her and refused to let them see that.<br/><br/>Now, with a startling realization, the tension that had been plaguing Anaya finally gave way to relief.<span style=""font-style: italic"">They’re just children too, there’s nothing more or less special about any of us.</span>She had expected young prodigies, but instead she found herself among a cast of quirky characters that would look at home in any tale. A love-struck bard, to put their adventures into song; a doe-eyed young artist; a scholar, whether he’d admit it or not; a pair of noble siblings from a house whose name she envied; a sly mage, or so she believed; and finally herself, a shield-warrior whose sleeping tendencies bordered on narcolepsy. An odd bunch they were, and with that last thought, Anaya released the magic that had, briefly, nearly doubled her awareness and passed out in her chair, snoring quietly."
10376,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=25,2014-12-11T21:40:00,Escalan Corps-Star Island,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Unites State-Of-Minds <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22757262#p22757262"">wrote</a>:</cite>IHe recast his gaze yet again; this time to the young maiden lying upon the floor. For reasons beyond him, she had declined to partake of the provided seating and instead took refuge upon the floor to engage in a nap. It wasn't long after he took notice of her that she came to, and after sitting herself up and surveying her surroundings relocated onto one of the benches, glaring at whomever dared to make eye contact. Finding himself amused, he continued to watch in the hopes that someone would interact with her, or her with someone else.</div></blockquote><blockquote><div><cite>Sil Arion <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22759816#p22759816"">wrote</a>:</cite>Then a thud sounded from behind and he looked over his shoulder and turned, desperately looking for a distraction as he schooled his features. A girl tumbled from her seat in an awkward bundle of blankets and limbs, apparently waking herself from sleep as she decided to acquaint herself with the floor. Others turned and stared, and she stared back, as if daring a snarky comment be made. He didn't speak though. Too caught within his own thoughts; he had caused enough trouble as it was. But he worried still.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 20px;""></span>She was glad no one had spoken. Of<span style=""font-style: italic"">course</span>she had to be the one to do something uncomfortable at the earliest possible moment. But it looked like the other passengers were mostly distracted, so she reasoned it could have been worse. After all, something as silly as falling off a bench hardly lost you friendships before they were made- that was more likely to occur once the swords begun to swing. Sizing up the two who had looked her way with a cursory glance, she could tell immediately that one was a bit of a ladies' man from the way he had attracted their attention with the instrument he held. Their eyes met for the briefest of instants, and he looked down slightly?<span style=""font-style: italic"">Was he blushing?</span>, she wondered.<span style=""font-style: italic"">No, that's probably on account of one of those girls.</span>She scowled a little; he could at least have the courtesy to let his gaze linger like she was worth looking at, although her hair probably looked like an utter catastrophe. Kiri looked at the other. He was a darker fellow, and certainly hadn't ingratiated himself to the non-sleepers as much as the first. He looked back at her in a sort of disinterested way that hinted at a keen and critical mind. She liked him, she decided, since he wasn't about to do anything rash or reveal too much of his personality to people he didn't know he could trust. One corner of her mouth flicked upwards in a sort of half-smile.<br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 20px;""></span>Her gaze lit on Ellyn. No wonder the singer had been blushing; she was certainly pretty, though a bit fine-boned for her tastes. The other two girls looked to be related if appearance was any indication, though their builds were different. She was fairly confident she could beat any of them in a straight match, since none except perhaps the singer of all people looked to have lived a physically demanding life. She'd see to it that she beat him too eventually, of course.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Let's see how your flirtations help you then, shall we?</span><br/><span style=""margin-left: 20px;""></span>Settling herself more comfortably where she sat, Kiri tucked a few errant strands of raven-dark hair behind an ear, then quietly interjected, ""Before any of you ask, my name's Aspirlacial. Maybe you know it, maybe you don't. I don't really care personally, but since you're going to be stuck with me for a while, I figured I might as well get introductions out of the way as quickly as possible."" She smiled more fully this time, teeth just visible through her full lips."
10377,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=25,2014-12-11T21:52:00,Estva,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Starlight <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22756452#p22756452"">wrote</a>:</cite>snip</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Tensions died down quickly. At least, on the surface they did. Aris obviously saw through Koren's tricks from minute one, and his accusations would no doubt win those more suspicious of mages on his side. Ellyn too, no doubt at this point at least suspected Koren. However, Koren also won some supporters among the crowd, especially among fellow mages, and those who fell to his mind tricks. Of course, none of this came across in words. Body language and a general mood was what conveyed such hidden hostility.<br/><br/>""My name is Koren. Koren Arn."" he replied to Ellyn.<br/><br/>In all honesty, Koren felt rather uncomfortable keeping up conversation at this point. The general back and forth everyone spewed at each other was always empty even without such a context, but with the earlier spat it was especially empty. Still, twas better to keep up the common social charade.<br/><br/>""I would tell you where I hail from, but the planet is a backwater, and no one here would likely know it.""<br/><br/>Just as Ellyn had prepared to reply to his triviality, another character introduced themselves into the conversation. He was quite glad internally, as the conversation growing between just him and Ellyn could end only on awkward terms. He used this opportunity to shut himself out of the conversation going on and withdraw quietly. His only other option was responding to the introductory student, but that would have been awkward and out of place as they had not addressed Koren.<br/><br/>Still, he had nowhere else to go, so he simply reclined in where he was sitting, and waited for any conversation directed at him."
10378,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=25,2014-12-11T22:04:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Escalan Corps-Star Island <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22766773#p22766773"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Unites State-Of-Minds <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22757262#p22757262"">wrote</a>:</cite>IHe recast his gaze yet again; this time to the young maiden lying upon the floor. For reasons beyond him, she had declined to partake of the provided seating and instead took refuge upon the floor to engage in a nap. It wasn't long after he took notice of her that she came to, and after sitting herself up and surveying her surroundings relocated onto one of the benches, glaring at whomever dared to make eye contact. Finding himself amused, he continued to watch in the hopes that someone would interact with her, or her with someone else.</div></blockquote><blockquote><div><cite>Sil Arion <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22759816#p22759816"">wrote</a>:</cite>Then a thud sounded from behind and he looked over his shoulder and turned, desperately looking for a distraction as he schooled his features. A girl tumbled from her seat in an awkward bundle of blankets and limbs, apparently waking herself from sleep as she decided to acquaint herself with the floor. Others turned and stared, and she stared back, as if daring a snarky comment be made. He didn't speak though. Too caught within his own thoughts; he had caused enough trouble as it was. But he worried still.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 20px;""></span>She was glad no one had spoken. Of <span style=""font-style: italic"">course</span> she had to be the one to do something uncomfortable at the earliest possible moment. But it looked like the other passengers were mostly distracted, so she reasoned it could have been worse. After all, something as silly as falling off a bench hardly lost you friendships before they were made- that was more likely to occur once the swords begun to swing. Sizing up the two who had looked her way with a cursory glance, she could tell immediately that one was a bit of a ladies' man from the way he had attracted their attention with the instrument he held. Their eyes met for the briefest of instants, and he looked down slightly? <span style=""font-style: italic"">Was he blushing?</span>, she wondered. <span style=""font-style: italic"">No, that's probably on account of one of those girls.</span> She scowled a little; he could at least have the courtesy to let his gaze linger like she was worth looking at, although her hair probably looked like an utter catastrophe. Kiri looked at the other. He was a darker fellow, and certainly hadn't ingratiated himself to the non-sleepers as much as the first. He looked back at her in a sort of disinterested way that hinted at a keen and critical mind. She liked him, she decided, since he wasn't about to do anything rash or reveal too much of his personality to people he didn't know he could trust. One corner of her mouth flicked upwards in a sort of half-smile.<br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 20px;""></span>Her gaze lit on Ellyn. No wonder the singer had been blushing; she was certainly pretty, though a bit fine-boned for her tastes. The other two girls looked to be related if appearance was any indication, though their builds were different. She was fairly confident she could beat any of them in a straight match, since none except perhaps the singer of all people looked to have lived a physically demanding life. She'd see to it that she beat him too eventually, of course. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Let's see how your flirtations help you then, shall we?</span><br/><span style=""margin-left: 20px;""></span>Settling herself more comfortably where she sat, Kiri tucked a few errant strands of raven-dark hair behind an ear, then quietly interjected, ""Before any of you ask, my name's Aspirlacial. Maybe you know it, maybe you don't. I don't really care personally, but since you're going to be stuck with me for a while, I figured I might as well get introductions out of the way as quickly as possible."" She smiled more fully this time, teeth just visible through her full lips.</div></blockquote><br/>Jynna looked over to the person who just spoke, smiling back at her. Jynna had not noticed her fall, otherwise she would have rushed over to help her that moment. She was too distracted by Koren to notice that, his spell having some effect on her, before she snapped out of it to Kiri's voice. She decided to also get some introductions done, so they would at least know each others names. ""I""m Jynna Ayendor, and thats my sister Vynaria."" Jynna elbowed Vyna, who turned to Kiri and gave a small nod of greeting.<br/><br/>""Good to meet you… miss Aspirlacial."" Vyna responded, grinning ever so slightly. This girl seemed confident, which Vyna could respect. Jynna beamed, her distrust of her sister momentarily forgotten as her mind fluttered to this newcomer."
10379,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=25,2014-12-11T22:50:00,The Starlight,"<blockquote><div><cite>Sil Arion <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22759816#p22759816"">wrote</a>:</cite>Relief coursed through him. She was aware then of the boy’s transgression, her blazing gaze like a furious solar flare for a brief moment, realization clear on her face and fingers twitching before she settled down. He shouldn’t have worried so; she certainly could defend herself well. Never to be forgotten now. She may be a lady, but one after Syvalladine, no helpless maiden from a high royal family who was fed with a silver spoon. A fighter with a heart of gold. <br/><br/>And finally he might know the other boy’s name. Asking would have been inappropriate after that exchange, and making him more uncomfortable would not be within his own character.<br/> <br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Ho ho.</span> Ordering him around already? Who was he to deny her though? A teasing smile flit across his face.<br/><br/>“Your wish is my command, <span style=""font-style: italic"">cyria mou,</span>” Aris replied softly, amused, eyes twinkling as he gazed into hers so like sunshine, seating himself before her. Her words warmed his heart all over again. The bright smile on his face couldn't be held back; if anything, then it lit up the room as she lit up his life. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Alright.</span> Even for <span style=""font-style: italic"">him</span>, that was more than dramatic. Definitely a good thing though. Hopefully. Had he known beforehand any of this strange wonder would happen, even if Headmistress Ion herself told him before his leaving. He would not have believed. He had known love broad and deep from his vast family of siblings, but <span style=""font-style: italic"">this. This feeling.</span> So perfect and pure. Wonderful and warm and all bright light seemed all he thought since first seeing her. Perhaps it was love at first sight then. Truly. Like the stories say.<br/><br/>His will was set. For her, he would write a song. A song alone that might match her beauty and brightness, and all the warmth and goodness she inspired in him. <span style=""font-style: italic"">The</span> song. It would take time, surely, but for her… <span style=""font-style: italic"">My heart is forever yours,</span> agapiméni <span style=""font-style: italic"">Ellyn</span>. And then. His eyes opened wide as his head shot up and slipped a hand over his open lips.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Aradain, no.</span> Had he spoken that aloud? <br/><br/>Then a thud sounded from behind and he looked over his shoulder and turned, desperately looking for a distraction as he schooled his features. A girl tumbled from her seat in an awkward bundle of blankets and limbs, apparently waking herself from sleep as she decided to acquaint herself with the floor. Others turned and stared, and she stared back, as if daring a snarky comment be made. He didn't speak though. Too caught within his own thoughts; he had caused enough trouble as it was. But he worried still.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">What will she think now of me?</span></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Escalan Corps-Star Island <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22766773#p22766773"">wrote</a>:</cite>snip</div></blockquote><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Estva <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22766840#p22766840"">wrote</a>:</cite>snip</div></blockquote><br/><br/>She would draw him, no for him, and it would be the most magnificent work she ever had, and ever would draw. But no, her overwhelming feelings could not be poured into a mere drawing, no, it would have to be a painting, but easel she had not. But how glorious it would be, and she would be able to display all of those warm thoughts, that bursting emotion of love and happiness when she looked upon Aris. His features strong but with a soft, kind face, while remaining firm. He would be upon a rock, one hand outstretched to the heavens, calling, no bidding, the wind to come. And below, the blades of red grass would have to be like a willowy, bendy branch, bending and waving at the name of the wind. And above, a shimmering, dazzling sea of stars, which seemed to go on as far as the eye could see.<br/><br/>Was this love she felt? It was warm and exciting, beautiful and wonderful, creating warmth within her heart, soul and mind. What else could it be, it was not mere friendship, no it was something greater, something stronger and mightier: love. As she came to this revelation, her mind seemed to explode with emotion. How glad was she now, that she had left home, to travel here. She again looked into the orbs of Aris, seeming to shine and glow with a radiance only seen in the stars. A smile curved up on her lips as she just sat there, her head straight, sinking in, memorizing the sight of Aris. She wanted to hold him, and never let go. It was strange, no boy had ever made her feel like this, in fact, no boy had ever come near her after she started training with the sword. For some reason, they thought it strange that Ellyn was just as good, nay, better at wielding a sword and magic than the rest of them, and the fact that they were shown up by a mere girl infuriated them to no end.<br/><br/>Drawing herself from her thoughts, and memorizing the sight to her memory, she looked earnestly at Aris as he sat back down, smiling at his words as he sat down by her command. She looked at his brilliant smile, not being able to help herself from smiling again as he did. But her breath, her thoughts were stolen as he announced softly that his heart was hers, forever. Was she ready, to take a new step, to forge a new path in her life? She wasn't sure, but she couldn't spend her whole life asking the same question. Home was now behind her, the world, ahead. She too raised a hand to her lips in part shock, part elation. She began to reach out to his soft hands, the words forming on her lips to express her own feelings for him. But she drew back, her hands falling back to her sides and the words dying on her lips without every making it out, as Aris swirled, the embarrassment prevalent on his face. Oh how she wanted to grab his hands to hers once more and tell him. But it would have to wait for another day, Ellyn thought. Perhaps they were moving too quickly, she thought, before refuting that. There was such a thing as love at first sight, and she had felt this yearning, this longing for him in the very beginning. Her feelings were so confused, she needed a little time to sort them out and be able to confidently and decisively tell Aris that she loved him as well. Looking at the newcomer, she said, ""Nice to meet you, Aspirlacial, I'm Ellyn."""
10380,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=25,2014-12-11T23:34:00,Sil Arion,"<span style=""font-style: italic"">Focus</span>. Be at peace. Aris calmed the storm of thoughts that whirled in his mind. But he needed more time to sort all – this – out. And to speak with Ellyn. Perhaps in privacy. Instead in front of everyone. He might a performer, but he wasn’t an exhibitionist!<br/><br/>Glancing sideways, he caught sight of her, sitting just next to him, reveling in the warmth of simple proximity. Beautiful through her blood and bones. So bright and bold.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Heart of my heart</span>. A soft breath out between his curled lips, and the anxiety bled away. Truly, this was love if the sight alone of her calmed him. Like an anchor in the storm that was life, and the one beam of sunlight that pierced through the dark clouds to reach him on the churning waters.<span style=""font-style: italic"">But love moves at its own speed, no?</span>He could only follow his heart, as always. Another sigh, and he set his face in his hands, resting a moment after such an emotionally charged first impression. Even if a few came close, down below back on Akaea, but. None<span style=""font-style: italic"">quite</span>like this.<br/><br/>A good thing though. Leading to wonderfully perfect and purest love he wouldn’t miss for all the world. A new purpose in his life, one above all others.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Her</span>. And he’d already let slip his tongue and confessed! He would wait then. For her answer.<br/><br/>The sound of her voice awoke him again, introducing herself to some. The girl. Kiri.<br/><br/>Oh. That must have seemed rude of him! He’d almost entirely ignored the poor girl, embarrassed as he’d been being no excuse. Well, not in hindsight.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Headmistress Ion would torment him with extra training if she knew.</span>Always better late than never in life.<br/><br/>“My apologies, miss. My name is Aris.”<span style=""font-style: italic"">Again with the seven words.</span>Could he even stop that if he wanted?<span style=""font-style: italic"">Likely not.</span><br/><br/>Watch and wait then. He was still under orders from his lady after all. A smile."
10381,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=25,2014-12-12T02:53:00,Wolfenium,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Flashback</span></span><br/><br/>Ériu, the 'Emerald Star'. Once, it was glowing, bountiful countryside, dotted with white cliffs, lush meadows and clear skies. Tales of its early pioneers had been passed down for generations, a story of a chance landing which richly rewarded its new residents with their hard work, having terraformed the foreboding landscape to the dream they had always desired. Today, that dream was dead, its beauty scorched by years of civil conflict with the dragons and their followers, and subsequently, godless fanatics who equally denounced the God-Knight and the White Demon as false idols. For the Ghealach Nua, all self-proclaimed gods were but mortals who had brainwashed humanity with nonsensical lies and clouded their ability to judge with reason and logic. In their name of truth, they now sought to destroy the lies within all humanity, turning them away from blind faith towards grounded reason.<br/><br/>Standing in the middle of a muddy, rain-swept bog, Eamonn MacÌomhair was paralyzed in a state of pure, untainted horror. Showered under a black, foggy sky which had drowned out any shred of light, the soaking knight apprentice could feel the rapid trickles of storm water washing down the sickly, noxious blood on his face. But there was nothing the rain could do to wash the stain in his soul, as he stared across the open field at a masked knight in dull, dark grey armour. His suit and blade illuminated in a sickly orange light, the outline of his mentor seemed blur and indistinguishable, like a phantom leering at him. All over, the mud laid strewn with shades of red, indescribable stains and parts, some of which looked distinctly human. Some bodies remained fairly intact, though mauled beyond recognition. Others had limbs and heads missing, sent meters from their original place with expressions too grim to describe. And some were hacked into so many pieces, there was just no way for Eamonn to tell who they were anymore. Glancing down, he saw the body of a<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i.imgur.com/dcCt8BN.png"" rel=""nofollow"">young, raven-haired girl with a bob cut</a>, an ugly, red hole punched through her chest for all to see. Leaning on his feet, her dull eyes remained wide open in shock, as if taken by surprise in her final gasping moment.<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Rejoice, Eamonn,</span>"" announced the knight in a chillingly serene voice, his gaze visible behind his<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/6/64/Het_Valkhof_-_Reiter_mit_Gesichtshelm.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">mask</a>, ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">you are worthy.</span>""<br/><br/>It did not take much longer for Eamonn to finally crack. His throat opening up, he let out a bloodcurdling scream. He could not take the sight of it all. Agony had utterly taken hold...<br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Present</span></span><br/><br/>Seizing up in terror as he opened his eyes, the young lad almost felt like suffocating. Grabbing his throat, he took a moment to get his bearing before realizing the image before was but a dream. It was a nightmare he had had to deal with for some time, brushing his overgrown strands of hair away from his eyes. Lying on a seats on the far side of the chariot, he quietly took the earplugs out of his ears as he sat upright, checking the progress of the trip.<br/><br/>""Almost there, eh..."" he uttered to himself, looking out at the red skies dominating Arcadia. Adjusting his hair again, he tried to rub the sleep out of his eyes. Resting his elbows on a table as he laid his clasped hands over his face, he tried to get a gauge of his surroundings.<br/><br/>A quick survey of the room, Eamonn found his gaze shifting at a small mob before him. From the onset, it seemed a bit like a love-in-first-sight scenario, with a couple busy exchanging sweet nothings while some of the girls talked amongst them. It was a bit annoying for him, not the least since they were in public. But Eamonn was in no mood to play morality police. Peering back down on his empty table, his mind began to drift again. His only concern was what laid ahead. He was not sure how long it was going to take for him to become stronger."
10382,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=25,2014-12-12T16:17:00,The Unites State-Of-Minds,"<blockquote><div><cite>Escalan Corps-Star Island <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22766773#p22766773"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""margin-left: 20px;""></span>Settling herself more comfortably where she sat, Kiri tucked a few errant strands of raven-dark hair behind an ear, then quietly interjected, ""Before any of you ask, my name's Aspirlacial. Maybe you know it, maybe you don't. I don't really care personally, but since you're going to be stuck with me for a while, I figured I might as well get introductions out of the way as quickly as possible."" She smiled more fully this time, teeth just visible through her full lips.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Finding his hopes to have been granted in such a short period, rather then recast his attentions as he had previously, Arogisl decided he would watch the girl for a while longer. Her cheerful demeanor seemed at odds with the generally somber air about those within the chariot, making a much better fit for the rather boisterous set she chose to introduce herself to. He caught her name from her introduction; Aspirlacial, an interesting name, and one of which he had no direct recall as to its significance. Yet, the way she spoke of it was indicative that it was a family name, and one of some worth to back itself up. Making a mental note to look into the name at some point once he had the spare time to do so, he mulled over the impact of her interjection into the group. It had certainly passed smoothly enough, unlike some who spoke once and finding themselves lacking had chosen the path of silence, and she appeared to have gained some passing interest from the group, of course with the exception of the starry eyed youths basking shamelessly in their obvious endearment. If nothing else she certainly seemed the type to craft herself a set of companions wherever she passed, regardless of their willingness to be collected. A consideration he would have to be wary of in the future.<br/><br/>Looking away for a few moments he turned his gaze back upon the twisting clouds of crimson that obscured his view of the surrounding cosmos. The change in scenery was indicative of their ever growing proximity to their destination, and he doubted they had much time remaining aboard their craft before their arrival. A wave of anxiety passed through him, not as strong as it had previously, but enough to give him no small portion of discomfort. Disheartened at his continued weakness, Arogisl again tore his gaze from the surrounding realm and forced himself to avoid such thoughts and instead watch the others within the craft. At the very least they helped to keep him distracted."
10383,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=25,2014-12-13T11:52:00,Sil Arion,"Aris glanced around as he waited, watching the dozens others wake themselves as crimson skies began fill the windows, beautiful and radiant. They were near, and a giddy excitement welled up in his chest. To take this first step onto a new world. Into the future!<br/><br/>He heard a gasp of breath, and turned his head. A boy several seats ahead awakened with a start, and he watched, curious, and a touch concerned at the brief expression of terror that occupied his face.<span style=""font-style: italic"">A nightmare?</span>Perhaps memories of his past were bothering him as he moved on. And the boy wasn’t the only one in discomfort. Looking around, there were quite a few, another boy not far from him, and thirty or so others, lips tight and scrunched brows all around, hands clutched to their chests and all tense. Disheartened spirit and anxiety seemed to be making its way around as nebulous red clouds obscured any last view of the surrounding stars.<span style=""font-style: italic"">We’re still children. No matter our stories.</span><br/><br/>He would sing another song then. For these other children, his new family. To help ease their hearts.<span style=""font-style: italic"">And I know just the right one.</span>It brought back memories of his own, and his smile grew into a wide grin.<br/><br/>It was a song taught to him by a wandering man, staying at the Cathedral Delphi for forty days and forty nights. An elderly man with silvered hair and the clearest blue eyes, with an air of wisdom and worldliness permeating the air around him like a calm breeze. Always welcome. And only giving the Traveler as his name, so fitting. By his tales, he seemingly knew the entire span of the Known Universe after his centuries of living.<span style=""font-style: italic"">And what stories they were.</span>He believed.<br/><br/>In those few fortnights, such a short time, he learned so much! And all the lessons on fighting, and living, through the countless stories and parables the Traveler told him, there on that secluded balcony garden behind the High Tower of Olympos, the older man with pipe in mouth, sitting from the new dawn til the wee hours of morning again beneath the dawn. Even an entire new language! The Traveler said he had the gift of tongues, and this one was beautiful and pure like the arctic winds and winter sun; an ancient tongue from Bergen, one of the many worlds lost in the Chalice War. But not forgotten.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">I was so stupid to never realize</span>. Even if he’d asked few personal questions out of his respect and admiration, the signs were all there, that the Traveler was ever more than he seemed, by his skills and stories if nothing else. And one who was an old friend of Headmistress Ion. But to think.<span style=""font-style: italic"">The Blue Knight</span>, teaching<span style=""font-style: italic"">him</span>, of all people! Ante de lu Vian, called the Great Deluge by some, and Water Dancer by others. And one of the most beloved living Knights in the Phantom Blade. And strong, wise. So very much. Because even if he, the Blue Knight, lost hope at times, fell into sadness and despair, he never forgot his mission and all those who loved him and others in world, who he made to protect. Do not doubt.<span style=""font-style: italic"">No matter whichever path you shall take, you will be blessed, Aris, my son.</span>His father-figure, for all the short time he stayed at Cathedral Delphi.<br/><br/>This song. It was traditional one when leaving for a new home, entering an entire new world. It was bright and beautiful, like many he loved, but so light and airy, soft yet clear, like a new day come and rising hope. A song without a name, but with a pure and heartful message. Inspiration. So others might know it too, he would sing his translation.<br/><br/>Perhaps? Yes, a good time as any for it. Reaching into his pocket, his fingers danced over his persa-comm until he found it. His orchestral composition to accompany the solo that was the original song. Writing parts for seventy voices and seventy instruments, an entire choir and symphony. A full week he’d spent getting it right! And he was so proud of it, heart still warmed, the joy it brought to him and others, the look on Headmistress Ion’s face when she first saw it, all his family, and when the Cathedral choir and orchestra played it live later that same month during Golden Week, and the smiles on<span style=""font-style: italic"">everyone’s</span>faces. This was a recording of those parts he later wove together. For times like this when when he could help others by his talent, even if just in a short several minutes of his time. A last few finger taps. External speakers on. Play.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Three seconds</span>.<br/><br/>And he struck his fingers to the strings again, his voice soft as he began that first stanza of the solo.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Du kan om du vil!<br/>Ingen kan ta ditt valg<br/>Bare plante tvil,<br/>Det er så mange veier å gå;<br/>Mange mål som kan nåes om du våger<br/>å tro på at du har det som skal til<br/><br/>You can if you want!<br/>No one can take your choice <br/>Just plant doubts,<br/>There are so many ways to go; <br/>Many goals that can be reached if you dare <br/>believe that you have what it takes!</span><br/><br/>Even with eyes closed, he felt their heads turn, the weight of their gaze, his music pulling them from their anxious thoughts. The sounds filling their ears.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Good</span>. It was working then. If he could even just help ease one heart alone, that was all he could ask for.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Thank you, Aradain, for this gift</span>. To the second verse he sprung on, voice lifting.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Vi har alle tvil!<br/>Spørsmål om valg<br/>Er dette det du vil?<br/>Det er så mange hensyn å ta<br/>Mange strenger som drar hver sin retning<br/>Frykten for feiltrinn kan mørklegge alt.<br/><br/>We all have doubts!<br/>Questions about choices <br/>Is this what you want?<br/>There are so many considerations to take <br/>Many strings going opposite directions <br/>The fear of mistakes can black out everything.</span><br/><br/>And now his favorite part. The chorus, so filled with honest hope as the choir rose and the brass horns sounded their proud answering call to the strings and piano, so clear.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Vi har alle tvil!<br/><br/>We all have doubts!<br/><br/>Men det vakreste du har<br/>Er et lys som skinner klart<br/>Og det bor det inne i deg,<br/>Et kompass som lyser opp din natt!<br/><br/>But the most beautiful thing you have <br/>Is a light that shines brightly <br/>And that lives inside of you, <br/>A compass that lights up your night!</span><br/><br/>And he knew she too was there, watching. The image of her in the eye of his mind, her warm gaze, lustrous long hair so like the sun and stars, her face so fair. His heart of hearts.<span style=""font-style: italic"">To the finish</span>.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">De vet ingenting<br/>De har ingen svar<br/>Det er det kun du som har;<br/>Det er så mange veier å gå,<br/>Mange mål som kan nåes om du våger<br/>å tro på at du har det som skal til!<br/><br/>They know nothing <br/>They have no answers <br/>It is only you who have; <br/>There are so many ways to go, <br/>Many goals that can be reached if you dare <br/>believe that you have what it takes! <br/><br/>Vi har alle tvil!<br/>We all have doubts!<br/>Men det vakreste du har<br/>Er et lys som skinner klart<br/>Og det bor det inne i deg,<br/>Et kompass som lyser opp din natt!<br/><br/>But the most beautiful thing you have<br/>Is a light that shines brightly <br/>And that live inside of you, <br/>A compass that lights up your night!</span><br/><br/>He let the last note resonate through the chariot, high and warm and harmonious as the melody trailed off. Softly, he raised himself from his seat and bowed. And held it in the ensuing silence. Hopefully this helped at least some overcome their doubts and fears. Even just one. He could can only hope!"
10384,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=25,2014-12-13T14:54:00,Zarkenis Ultima,"Suddenly, turbulence. A spearhead of light, born from the void and bound for the void, cruised past the chariot, causing it to shake violently, the wagon spinning around several times from the force with which the unknown object passed next to it. The whole incident lasted mere moments, and its consequences were hardly worthy of note, as no one had been injured and the integrity of the chariot had in no way been compromised, but it had likely been enough to surprise the recruits within the wagon, as their cheerful chattering was interrupted so abruptly. What few particles of dust were there to be upset settled down in a matter of moments, and the light of the spear, which had shined so brightly upon the transluminic metal panels of the chariot for a moment, had died down a moment afterwards, leaving only the darkness of the void and the light of the distant stars once again, though if one looked through the window panels, one would still be able to find the spear-shaped object, bright and inexorable, headed towards the Gryphon Constellation.<br/><br/>Before they had any time to make heads or tails of what had just happened, however, something else surprised the students on board the chariot. The audio station, which had previously been giving certain accounts on the skirmishes happening not far from the Antagon System, so easily obscured by the bard's cheerful singing, suddenly became distorted until no voice was discernable amidst the cacophony of electronic malfunctions echoing through the device. But suddenly, a voice once again spoke, not the same one by any means, but a voice nonetheless, a grave male voice, distorted and jaded, but understandable nonetheless.<br/><br/>""...Heart... s... Fire..."" The voice said, falling silent for another moment before continuing its ominous speech. ""...Awaken... t... Cursed Blood..."" It uttered, before disappearing. The electronic noise continued for another moment before the audio device suddenly corrected itself, returning to its previous duty of letting all inhabitants of the Phantom Blade's territories know about the latest conflicts between the Order and the heathen host that was still around, even when the war was over, so long after their winged idols had been sent to the hollow halls of hell.<br/><br/>""I apologize for the disturbances the chariot has just experienced. However, it appears that nothing grave has happened, so, please remain calm for the remainder of the journey. We have just arrived at Cathedral Arcadia. We will be landing soon."" The soft voice of the charioteer said through the vessel's speakers in an attempt to make sure that the recruits would be tranquil during the last stage of their journey. And indeed, if they had become distracted with the strange event that had just transpired, they would now undoubtedly notice that they had finally arrived at the Red Citadel, the land of skies of crimson. Through their windows, they would be able to see, above, the red skies that had given the Cathedral its nickname, and below, the colorful, bountiful lands and the magnificent oceans that reflected the skies, causing the optical illusion that the sea down below was in fact an enormous, fluctuating landmass of precious rubies.<br/><br/>As the chariot swiftly lost altitude in its descent towards its destination, the most gifted sights would be able to see, down below, amidst the sea, a speck of white, naught but a point of light in a swirling canvas of cosmic lifeblood. As the seconds passed, others would be able to see it as well, and before long, they would all be able to make out certain details of it, identifying it as a man-made structure. A tall, towering building, surrounded by the reflective water and the occasional stone formations poking out of the water, it was quite obviously one of the most sophisticated work of the Redemit kind. Green fields and even trees adorned the top, along with statues of ancient legends of the Phantom Blade, like Sylvalladine and Kaios, and on a large circular platform, separate from the rest of the school, one could clearly see the sign of the Phantom Blade, set in the middle of a large, silver glove, the symbol that represented the Silver Hand Academy of the Phantom Blade.<br/><br/>They descended even more, finally reaching a large platform on top of a tower separate from the main building, which served as a docking bay of sorts. It was partially open to the air and sunlight, but at the drop of a hat it could easily become impregnable to the elements, as could the entire school, not to mention the passageways to the main structure were under the top area and thus unexposed. It was in this landing platform that the chariot finally landed, slowing down to a halt hovering less than a meter above the ground. The energy chains attaching the star drive to the wagon disappeared, and the star drive slowly floated back to the wagon, melding in to become a single structure as the chariot became dormant and finally dropped to the ground softly, thus marking the end of the journey... And the beginning of a new one.<br/><br/>The door of the chariot finally opened, allowing the recruits within to head out of the vessel and step out into their new home, the Silver Hand Academy. All around, several dozen other chariots were there, with some already dormant, some only just landing, and some still in the way. Hundreds of recruits in the same uniforms were walking around the landing platform, some of them happily talking upon encountering familiar faces in the Academy, others quickly heading towards older-looking students when they heard their names pronounced, and several evidently lost ones who were not quite certain of what to do. All around, the bustle of the other students definitely gave the martial institution a very lively, juvenile atmosphere. Truly, though they were here to become warriors, all of these people, no matter their prior training or life experiences, were just children, not even through a tenth of their expected lifespan. Children yes, but the most extraordinary children that could be found. It was this quality, this excellency that bound them all together despite their different backgrounds.<br/><br/>""Please step outside and find your assigned guides. They should be calling your names. It was a pleasure to serve you in this journey. Good luck."" The charioteer's voice echoed through the vessel one last time, and the sound of another door opening came afterwards. Then, silence. Now only the recruits were still in the chariot, and there was nothing left there for them. What they had was an entire world, just waiting on the other side of the small open door on the side of the chariot. An entire new adventure that they would undertake together.<br/><br/>""Maressan!"" A voice shouted outside. ""Virisil!"" Another called. A grunt of pain, from a student whose foot had slipped, sending her to the ground, though thankfully another one was quick to assist. More names. Exclamations of presence. Cheerful exchanges. All of this and more sounded through their ears, but above it all, something else. Another voice, a male one, as cheerful as any other and with a tinge of musicality was speaking words that would undoubtedly catch the attention of the recruits. He pronounced every syllabe clearly, and though these words did not form a sentence or any such, it was more than clear that they were meant to head towards the speaker.<br/><br/>""Akaion."" He called. ""Arn. Aspirlacial."" He continued. ""Ayendor. Ayen- Wait, what? Again?"" He paused, before resuming without giving his momentary confusion much importance. ""Ayendor. Hygbros."" The naming continued.<br/><br/>If they followed the voice, passing through the bustling mass of recruits still on the landing platform, they would come face to face with a young man a few years older than them, with short white hair like snow and a pair of bright yellow eyes, like shining amber, reading curiously from a list he held on his hand. His gentle face sported an expectant smile as he read the last names listed out loud, waiting for the recruits to make their way to him. He was tall, and well-built. Strong for certain, but not imposing and harsh, like a glacial mountain eager to drive away all life from its peaks, but rather like a large tree, colorful and welcoming, eager to shield life and offer shade and shelter. He wore the very same uniform as every other student, but with a quite noticeable difference. On his chest, on the side opposite to where the uniform sported the symbol of the Phantom Blade, there was another symbol, an image of a green flame over a crescent moon, locked within three concentric circles of the same color. Over said uniform, the young man wore a golden robe with silver trimming, with the symbol of the Silver Hand Academy proudly stamped on the back.<br/><br/>""Ignobilis. Maciomhair. Phaenan."" The young man continued calling out. He was quite content to become a guide, and was eager to see what the recruits assigned to him would be like. ""Shirazi. Tarembor."" He continued, pausing before beginning once again. ""Akaion. Arn..."""
10385,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=25,2014-12-13T22:00:00,Wolfenium,"<blockquote><div><cite>Zarkenis Ultima <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22784349#p22784349"">wrote</a>:</cite>Before they had any time to make heads or tails of what had just happened, however, something else surprised the students on board the chariot. The audio station, which had previously been giving certain accounts on the skirmishes happening not far from the Antagon System, so easily obscured by the bard's cheerful singing, suddenly became distorted until no voice was discernable amidst the cacophony of electronic malfunctions echoing through the device. But suddenly, a voice once again spoke, not the same one by any means, but a voice nonetheless, a grave male voice, distorted and jaded, but understandable nonetheless.<br/><br/>""...Heart... s... Fire..."" The voice said, falling silent for another moment before continuing its ominous speech. ""...Awaken... t... Cursed Blood..."" It uttered, before disappearing. The electronic noise continued for another moment before the audio device suddenly corrected itself, returning to its previous duty of letting all inhabitants of the Phantom Blade's territories know about the latest conflicts between the Order and the heathen host that was still around, even when the war was over, so long after their winged idols had been sent to the hollow halls of hell.<br/><br/>""I apologize for the disturbances the chariot has just experienced. However, it appears that nothing grave has happened, so, please remain calm for the remainder of the journey. We have just arrived at Cathedral Arcadia. We will be landing soon."" The soft voice of the charioteer said through the vessel's speakers in an attempt to make sure that the recruits would be tranquil during the last stage of their journey. And indeed, if they had become distracted with the strange event that had just transpired, they would now undoubtedly notice that they had finally arrived at the Red Citadel, the land of skies of crimson. Through their windows, they would be able to see, above, the red skies that had given the Cathedral its nickname, and below, the colorful, bountiful lands and the magnificent oceans that reflected the skies, causing the optical illusion that the sea down below was in fact an enormous, fluctuating landmass of precious rubies.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Shifting his eyes towards the audio device, Eamonn did not show much notice to the alteration. It sounded by dragon-worshippers, a sight that had largely been overshadowed by the Ghealach Nua back home. As an Éiruan, he had every reason to spite the dragon-worshippers, a force that both Aradain followers and the Ghealach Nua actually collaborated to destroy. It was a convenient alliance for both sides, given their common ire for the White Demon. Why these people continue to pray to a monster that had destroyed countless worlds remained lost to him. Perhaps they thought it was divine judgement brought on them by their retrieval of the Chalice.<br/><br/>""They never stop, do they,"" grumbled Mehran over the news, unplugging and stowing away his device in his rucksack as he prepared to disembark.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Zarkenis Ultima <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22784349#p22784349"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Akaion."" He called. ""Arn. Aspirlacial."" He continued. ""Ayendor. Ayen- Wait, what? Again?"" He paused, before resuming without giving his momentary confusion much importance. ""Ayendor. Hygbros."" The naming continued.<br/><br/>If they followed the voice, passing through the bustling mass of recruits still on the landing platform, they would come face to face with a young man a few years older than them, with short white hair like snow and a pair of bright yellow eyes, like shining amber, reading curiously from a list he held on his hand. His gentle face sported an expectant smile as he read the last names listed out loud, waiting for the recruits to make their way to him. He was tall, and well-built. Strong for certain, but not imposing and harsh, like a glacial mountain eager to drive away all life from its peaks, but rather like a large tree, colorful and welcoming, eager to shield life and offer shade and shelter. He wore the very same uniform as every other student, but with a quite noticeable difference. On his chest, on the side opposite to where the uniform sported the symbol of the Phantom Blade, there was another symbol, an image of a green flame over a crescent moon, locked within three concentric circles of the same color. Over said uniform, the young man wore a golden robe with silver trimming, with the symbol of the Silver Hand Academy proudly stamped on the back.<br/><br/>""Ignobilis. Maciomhair. Phaenan."" The young man continued calling out. He was quite content to become a guide, and was eager to see what the recruits assigned to him would be like. ""Shirazi. Tarembor."" He continued, pausing before beginning once again. ""Akaion. Arn...""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Feeling the shudder of the chariot landing, the Xorshid quietly slid on his shades, seizing his scabbard and slinging his luggage behind his back to depart. Eamonn, too, got to his feet, stepping out with nothing more than the clothes on his back and a single sword in a blackened shade of steel. Dragging his feet out, he felt his eyes burn a bit at the sunlight gleaming down on him.<br/><br/>Trailing towards the giant calling out their names, it did not take much for them to guess that he was their guide. Mehran certainly did not think much of it. He was just hoping to get the introductions over with. Eamonn... just did not care. Stopping a few steps away, he simply waited quietly as he combed back his hair again."
10386,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=25,2014-12-13T22:45:00,The Unites State-Of-Minds,"<blockquote><div><cite>Zarkenis Ultima <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22784349#p22784349"">wrote</a>:</cite>-<span style=""font-style: italic"">Snip</span>-</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The short lived disturbance was enough to claim Arogisl's full attention. His concern was not so much with their craft s it was with the unknown object which sailed by, and he barely registered the crackling distortion of the craft's audio. The voice, however, that he took full notice of. Still dealing with the initial shock, he failed to clearly make out the first few words from the cackling audio, but Awaken Cursed Blood he heard. His eyes shot open as his mind immediately turned to that stone carved room, the smell of decay and blood dank in the heavy air. Gripping his arm as tightly as he could, he focused on the weak sensation of pain, slowly weaning himself from that dark room. A few deep breaths, and the worst was over. His panic had extended past the announcement made by their pilot, and had prevented him from hearing it, although their following descent clued him in once calmed. Saying nothing of the ordeal, and hoping no one had noticed or just considered it a quick rush to fear for a serious malfunction in the craft, Arogisl stared at the floor of the chariot until their landing.<br/><br/>The ensuing views of their decent would normally have enraptured him, but with his mind otherwise occupied, the only event that granted him any semblance of joy was the slight creak of metal as the chariot doors opened and a breeze of fresh air wafted through the cabin. If there were any who hesitated in stepping off the craft, Arogisl was not among them, and exited the craft as swiftly as not to appear to be fleeing from it. The utter mass of people before him was enough to give him pause though, as it had been some time since he last saw so many youths gathered in one place. The sight energized him, as he recalled this to be a place of learning, and one of the best at that. Looking around, he heard names shouted over the chatter of students, and watched as some perked upon hearing the call before moving in the voices direction. Taking note, he listened for his own name over the buzz of the crowd.<br/><br/><br/>Arogisl grimaced ever so slightly as his title was called in place of his name. He was not ashamed of it, but did feel the call betrayed more then he was comfortable with. The title Ignoblis was not so much a name as it was to indicate that he had cast aside what name, if any, he held before in being taken in by a family. The fact that he was of the second disposition mattered not, as to many it would be unimportant in comparison to his lack of inborn nobility. And those residing on the other end of the spectrum would resent him in their belief that he cast the status of his birth aside to kiss the feet of nobles and share in their names. Then again, for all he knew his worries could be for naught, and the meanings behind the title were as significant and well known to these people as his home system's constellations.<br/><br/>Taking notice of his souring expression, Arogisl corrected himself. It wouldn't do to walk around as such, especially so while introducing himself. The man calling names had already cycled through his list, calling Ignoblis once again, and had just finished a slight pause before beginning again.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Well, no sense in wasting any more time.""</span>Despite the already well formed pit in his stomach, Arogisl strode confidently towards the man who called for him. Clasping his arms behind his back, he presented himself with his feet slightly splayed and his back straight. ""Arogisl Ignoblis, Present. A pleasure to make your acquaintance sir."""
10387,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=25,2014-12-14T01:43:00,Charmera,"Jynna and Vyna had both sat back down quickly during the disturbance, neither one wishing to be standing if this disturbance turned out to be something serious. Both the siblings were then silent for the rest of the trip, that strange audio glitch included. Both Sister had though looked at each other with concern during that event, both unsure what that was and hoping the other had answers, but neither did. Jynna relaxed somewhat when everything returned to normal, while Vyna had been a little on edge afterwards, mildly agitated until the craft landed.<br/><br/>When they departed the chariot, Vyna was oddly uncomfortable when she saw the massive crowd of students. She seemed agitated among the throng of people. She felt fear in the face of this, a fear which she had a hard time keeping off her face. Jynna moved over to her. ""Don't worry sis... Just stay near me."" She whispered, not wanting to embarrass Vyna and she was obviously more comfortable in the crowds of people. Vyna nodded wordlessly and Jynna suppressed a worried expression. Despite any suspicions Jyn might have, Vyna was still her sister.<br/><br/>They both headed towards where the voices were coming from, Vyna staying unusually close to Jyn, as close as possible without the two touching. Jyn didn't seem to mind, and only hoped no one would notice her sisters anxiety.<br/><blockquote><div><cite>The Unites State-Of-Minds <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22790041#p22790041"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Zarkenis Ultima <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22784349#p22784349"">wrote</a>:</cite>-<span style=""font-style: italic"">Snip</span>-</div></blockquote><br/>Taking notice of his souring expression, Arogisl corrected himself. It wouldn't do to walk around as such, especially so while introducing himself. The man calling names had already cycled through his list, calling Ignoblis once again, and had just finished a slight pause before beginning again. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""Well, no sense in wasting any more time.""</span> Despite the already well formed pit in his stomach, Arogisl strode confidently towards the man who called for him. Clasping his arms behind his back, he presented himself with his feet slightly splayed and his back straight. ""Arogisl Ignoblis, Present. A pleasure to make your acquaintance sir.""</div></blockquote><br/>As they got there, they noticed one of the others introducing himself. Jynna smile warmly while Vyna smiled awkwardly, trying to mask how obviously uncomfortable she was. ""Hello, I'm Jynna and this is Vyna. We're the two Ayendors... We're sisters."" She then looked over at Arogisl, pausing. ""She's... travel sick, is all..."" She weakly lied to both of them."
10388,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=50,2014-12-14T15:35:00,Estva,"Koren had noticed the disturbance, the flash of light, as many of the other students had. The breakage of the radio no doubt meant something strange was happeneing, although Koren could not decipher the wordage. Whatever was happening he had no control over, and if it were to have any affect on his life, then later perhaps he would deal with it.<br/><br/>Eventually, the chariot landed to their destination after their long journey. The sheer majesty of the planet was not lost even on Koren, who was rarely one to be impressed by the existence of the physical. He had to appreciate whatever standards were in place to keep the planet so pristine. It was certainly different to the smog Koren was used to whenever he went to a city.<br/><br/>As he and the other students departed, Koren noticed the chaos that was quickly enveloping the crowd. While some people seemed to know where they were going, quite a few were milling aimlessly about.<br/><br/>Hearing what seemed to be instructors yelling out names, Koren made sure to block out the noise of the crowd and focus on anyone announcing his name. It took some time, as he too had moved in a meaningless direction to move with the crowd, but eventually he found the instructor that called his name. Ahead of him, the two royals had already arrived and were introducing themselves, as were others, such as Mehran an Argosil. They had made their introductions, and now it was time for Koren's. He made sure not to add any honey to his words, the instructors would no doubt be unimpressed.<br/><br/>""Koren Arn, reporting sir. I look forward to our acquaintance."""
10389,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=50,2014-12-14T16:07:00,Zarkenis Ultima,"As he continued calling out the names present on the list held in his hand, the tall white-haired man noticed two students, evidently recruits, approaching him and stopping nearby. One of them was a young man with brown slicked back hair, something unusual to see and which humored him, though he did not let it show out of respect for his fellow student. The other one was instead a girl, or so he thought, one with long black hair and purple eyes, an unusual color in those parts of the galaxy, though it was by no means unthinkable for a student to have come from much further away, perhaps a different quadrant altogether. Whatever the case, the two of them had approached him, yes, but they didn't seem to do anything else after that, making the guide wonder what exactly they were looking for or expecting. If they were in the group assigned to him and his partner and had come because they heard their names, then why they weren't saying anything was beyond him.<br/><br/>""...Hello. Do you need anything from me?"" He said after seeing them stand there for a while. ""Are you lost, perhaps?"" He asked, wondering what they were doing, though before they had a chance to answer, another student came along. This one was a young man, a noble judging by his surname, and he was most definitely one of the recruits he was to guide, as he soon introduced himself, confirming that he was one of the people on his list, Arogisl Ignobilis. Upon hearing him introduce himself, the guide simply raised a hand and waved it slightly in a dismissive gesture.<br/><br/>""Save that for the haughtier aspirants and the staff members, you don't have to be so formal with me. I'm Arcander Brightshield, and I'll be one of your guides during your first three years at the Academy. Pleased to meet you."" He said to the nobleman, nodding at him before glancing down at his list and crossing off the name Ignobilis. Looking back up, he noticed two other students approaching him, this time two girls of around the same age, one blonde and one with white hair, the former taller than the latter, who seemed to be staying behind the former for some reason. They seemed to have some sort of ressemblance with each other and didn't seem to mind each other's proximity, so Arcander inferred that they were probably related. And indeed, as they arrived next to him and the blonde one introduced herself and her companion, he learned that they were sisters, and that the surname that had apparently repeated itself belonged to them. More nobles, it seemed, though that was hardly a surprise. The Academy didn't favor those of noble descent when looking over applicants, but the simple truth was that these families often had the resources required to give their children quality training since early on, so it was no surprise that many nobles still found their way to the argent halls.<br/><br/>""I'm sorry to hear that. I'm afraid you will have to bear with it for a bit, as we'll have to wait for the rest of you and then attend to the welcoming ceremony, but after that you will get some time to rest. I'm Arcander Brightshield, and I'll be your guide in the Academy. Pleased to meet you, Jynna and Vyna."" He said kindly to the both of them, regretting a bit that he was unable to help out some more in his current position, and then looked down to cross off both of their names from the list.<br/><br/>Just as he finished, another student. This one was another boy, and he soon introduced himself as Koren Arn. Arcander nodded at him. ""No need to be so formal with me, Koren. Pleased to meet you. We have to wait for some others before heading towards the auditorium for the welcoming ceremony, so until then, just stay with me."" He said to the newest arrival, before addressing all of the people around him at once. ""I have to continue calling the others, but feel free to interrupt me if you have any questions."" He offered, before looking down and crossing Koren from the list. He then continued cycling through the names that had not yet been crossed off from the list, waiting for them to arrive. ""Akaion. Aspirlacial. Hygbros."" He called."
10390,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=50,2014-12-14T17:13:00,The Starlight,"Ellyn sucked in a breath as the chariot arrived. She hadn't been able to get a full look, but perhaps she would be allowed to take a chariot up for another painting. As she tried to memorize it as much as she could, she then saw the Academy. Yet another thing to paint, she thought sighing in both wonder and exasperation. At this rate she wouldn't be able to keep up! As she stepped off the chariot, she saw the other chariots landing. This is what she had be looking for, she thought, looking straight at the Academy. This is where she would start to forge her name in the stars forever. Shaking herself out of her wonderstruck thoughts for now, she heard the instructions, after which she heard her name being called. Following the voice, she soon found herself in front of a young man, with white hair. Seeing that some of the other students had already come, she stepped forward, and said, ""Hello there, I'm Ellyn Tarembor. Pleased to meet you."""
10391,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=50,2014-12-14T17:36:00,Eon Prime,"The disturbance jolted Anaya awake, and in her disoriented state it took her several moments to make sense of her surroundings, by which point the audio station’s interference began. Everyone seemed silenced by the foreboding words, and even after the chariot driver’s reassurances that silence hung over the recruits for the remainder of their descent. Anaya didn’t know what to think. If the cryptic message held some subtle meaning it had gone straight over her head, which wasn’t surprising to her when she considered that she was far from astute.<br/><br/>Soon, the sight of Cathedral Arcadia distracted Anaya from the brooding atmosphere of the chariot. The scenery was almost exactly as she imagined it would be, the crimson skies staining the rest of the landscape with a subtle reddish tinge to her eyes. Oceans like rubies lapped against the coasts fitfully, and she imagined what swimming in red water would be like. It was all very exotic and enticing, looking nothing like her home world. As the chariot was pulled lower some students exclaimed at their first sight of the Academy, but it was a few more seconds before Anaya caught sight of the distant white structure. As they drew closer she became more aware of its design, it was a remarkable feat of engineering and the most beautiful building she had ever seen, so far at least.<br/><br/>Despite the unusual events that had just occurred, Anaya was not one to dwell on things, so she was visibly excited for their imminent arrival. She beamed as the chariot finally settled onto the landing platform and, after the chariot driver’s optimistic message, everyone began filing out into the morass of new students. Since she was farthest from the door, Anaya was one of the last handful to exit the craft into the crowd. Students seemed to be milling about in confusion as they sought their guide, but Anaya had the fortune of catching the name ‘Phaenan’ called over the crowd and made her way towards the guide. After pushing through the crowd, she found herself before a handsome, cheerful student who stood at least a hand’s span taller than her, reading through a list of names. She was nervous, but noticed some of the others from her chariot and relaxed.<br/><br/>“Anaya Phaenan?” she asked, seeking assurance that she was in the right place."
10392,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=50,2014-12-14T18:48:00,Wolfenium,"<blockquote><div><cite>Zarkenis Ultima <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22797751#p22797751"">wrote</a>:</cite>""...Hello. Do you need anything from me?"" He said after seeing them stand there for a while. ""Are you lost, perhaps?""He asked, wondering what they were doing, though before they had a chance to answer, another student came along. This one was a young man, a noble judging by his surname, and he was most definitely one of the recruits he was to guide, as he soon introduced himself, confirming that he was one of the people on his list, Arogisl Ignobilis. Upon hearing him introduce himself, the guide simply raised a hand and waved it slightly in a dismissive gesture.<br/><br/>""Save that for the haughtier aspirants and the staff members, you don't have to be so formal with me. I'm Arcander Brightshield, and I'll be one of your guides during your first three years at the Academy. Pleased to meet you."" </div></blockquote><br/><br/>A slight grimace on his mouth, Mehran did not believe he would be stay for the whole of three years. Still, he kept quiet, not wishing to sound like a bastard in front of the guide. Bowing to the guide, Mehran answered, ""pardon the silence. I didn't want to distract you while you rallied the other charges. Mehran Shirazi, Order of Xorshid. Pleased to meet your acquaintance.""<br/><br/>Eamonn, however, did not respond immediately, staring at the ground as he waited for the others to finish introductions. Pulling his hair back, he uttered to the guide, ""Eamonn MacÌomhair. My surname is written in my native tongue. So, if you have trouble saying it, just call me MacIver."""
10393,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=50,2014-12-14T19:32:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Zarkenis Ultima <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22797751#p22797751"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Save that for the haughtier aspirants and the staff members, you don't have to be so formal with me. I'm Arcander Brightshield, and I'll be one of your guides during your first three years at the Academy. Pleased to meet you."" He said to the nobleman, nodding at him before glancing down at his list and crossing off the name Ignobilis. Looking back up, he noticed two other students approaching him, this time two girls of around the same age, one blonde and one with white hair, the former taller than the latter, who seemed to be staying behind the former for some reason. They seemed to have some sort of ressemblance with each other and didn't seem to mind each other's proximity, so Arcander inferred that they were probably related. And indeed, as they arrived next to him and the blonde one introduced herself and her companion, he learned that they were sisters, and that the surname that had apparently repeated itself belonged to them. More nobles, it seemed, though that was hardly a surprise. The Academy didn't favor those of noble descent when looking over applicants, but the simple truth was that these families often had the resources required to give their children quality training since early on, so it was no surprise that many nobles still found their way to the argent halls.<br/><br/>""I'm sorry to hear that. I'm afraid you will have to bear with it for a bit, as we'll have to wait for the rest of you and then attend to the welcoming ceremony, but after that you will get some time to rest. I'm Arcander Brightshield, and I'll be your guide in the Academy. Pleased to meet you, Jynna and Vyna."" He said kindly to the both of them, regretting a bit that he was unable to help out some more in his current position, and then looked down to cross off both of their names from the list.</div></blockquote><br/>""Pleased to meet you too."" Jynna replied, practically radiating warmth and excitement. She couldn't wait to see the academy, barely holding in said anticipation. She wasn't prone to such excitement, but she had been waiting for this moment her entire life, as had Vyna. It was just a shame she couldn't quite enjoy it at the moment… Jynna turned her thoughts back to their new guide. ""Just call me Jyn if you want. It's what everyone calls me."" She remarked. ""Do you mind if I call you Arcan? Or Arc?"" She asked, a slight bit of nervousness in her voice, though it was almost overwhelmed by her excitement. ""Or is that a little too informal?""<br/><br/>""Pleased to meet you too…"" Vyna replied weakly, looking more and more uncomfortable by the second. She was a little annoyed that Jynna had introduced her with her nickname. The name Vynaria had an essence of class and elegance to it, while Vyna was something she usually only let friends and her siblings call her, though most people ended up calling her Vyna either way."
10394,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=50,2014-12-14T20:18:00,Sil Arion,"As Aris held his bow, a spear of blinding light thundered by the chariot, and he braced himself against the seats as the carriage spun and bucked. A few cries of fear, jostled belongings and stumbles. And then it was over. Out of view and well past, into the distant void in just mere moments, but heading the Gryphon Constellation, one the few he recognized in this strange new sky.<br/><br/>The cheer in the room was gone, and any happy calming effect of his song turned over. A sigh. But then he heard it. A deep, grating voice emitting from forward at the audio station. No longer the news. He listened intently, hoping for an explanation. But that was no explanation.<span style=""font-style: italic"">What </span>was<span style=""font-style: italic""> that? Heart’s Fire? Awaken the Cursed Blood?</span>Grave words, even out of context, without background story.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Perhaps a visit to the Archives is in order after getting settled in…</span>He would meditate on this, certainly. To be prepared for whatever manner of disturbance that was. Discover its story. Whoever they were, or whatever, they would not harm his new family and home. Not without a fight. He might fail again, perfectly imperfect as Aradain created all his children to be, but he would give<span style=""font-style: italic"">everything</span>of himself first. Never again to repeat<span style=""font-style: italic"">that. Oh, Hellen, dear sisters…</span><br/><br/>An announcement came then, in the charioteer’s soft voice, visibly calming many of the children. Arrival in a few minutes. Lost in deep thought as he was, his gaze turned out the window again, contemplating. But what he beheld.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Beautiful.</span>His breath was taken away with it. Truly, it was a world unlike even his most wonderful dreams! He could only watch and wait, intoxicated with the changing scenery. Their descent was swift through white clouds arrayed in golden raiment, rays of brilliant sunshine piercing through like beacons to guide them over the sea red as heart’s blood and precious stones, so vivid and filled with life as a herd of great whales breached the surface in a swell of foam, before arching back down into the deep. Rocky islands covered in greenery and tall trees, dotting the waters like notes on a staff in flowing script, the waves as bars. And it was beautiful.<br/><br/>Then he saw it. A shimmer there, some dozen kilometers far. Twin white towers, rising so majestically from within three rings of concentric rocks, hundreds of floors high and stretching above everything in sight. A marvel of craftsmanship as he admired the architecture and towering sculptures of Kaios and Lady Syvalladine and countless others in lesser glory, but all so awesome to behold; the glittering fountains and lovely balcony gardens, the decorative columns and marble plinths, the sprawling courts and slender bridge spanning the two towers.<span style=""font-style: italic"">So much to explore!</span>As the chariot circled above, others joined them in their final descent, joining the dozens more already landed upon the vast black pad nestled on the second tower. A host of children covered the platform, ones just like him. His new family, and all future heroes and heroines. All extraordinary, with stories to match their journey here. Hundreds looked to be milling about as they set down, so softly. Then the hatch open, and a breeze blew in, so fresh and clean.<br/><br/>He barely caught the next announcement, but managed to whisper an unheard thank you to the charioteer. A prayer under his breath as he gazed out.<span style=""font-style: italic"">And thank you, Aradain, Creator and Father, for this wonderful gift of a new future to your wayward son and all your children.</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Silver Hand Academy.</span>This was it.<span style=""font-style: italic"">My new home.</span>It felt so good to say. An outpouring of his overflowing heart. His smile felt so bright, and eyes shining in happiness and wonder. He was here. After so long. And Headmistress Ion had been right! It was more than she could ever hope to describe in a few words.<br/>Children began to stream out of the charioteer, a few carrying personal possessions while most seemed to be relying on their hyperspace storage units. He lifted his cithara case in hand, standing beside the aisle to let others pass first, gazing still outside through the open gateway to world beyond on the high platform.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">A roll call?</span>He slipped into the flow and walked outside, case under arm. The warm sunlight beating down on his bronzed skin, so high in the lovely red sky. The feel of the platform on the soles of his feet. The cry of gulls as they circled overhead. The cool west wind blowing through his hair, the smell of the sea in his nostrils. The sounds of voices in the hundreds, thousands, as introductions were made and everyone gathered together. Cheer and bustling about, energy abounding. So vibrant and lively!<br/><br/>Aris followed the voice, and his sight set upon a younger man, perhaps in his mid to late twenties. And a voice with a tinge of musicality.<span style=""font-style: italic"">An upperclassmen, and guide. Perhaps a member of the orchestra as well? A musician certainly, and perhaps a singer too!</span><br/><br/>He was tall. Quite tall, and strong-looking, alike the great ironoaks that stood welcome guard over Delphi’s gardens, offering shade and shelter to all with arms open wide and an expectant smile.<span style=""font-style: italic"">A good man. Someone to emulate, admire.</span>And with silvery-white hair and warm amber eyes just like his own! A little strange, but a welcome surprise. Like finding a long lost sibling, an older brother almost.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Would wonders cease?</span>The uniform he knew from the brochures and stories he heard. But the symbol on his chest opposite the Phantom Blade. And the silver-trimmed robe of gold.<span style=""font-style: italic"">A member of something else too perhaps? A Student Council? Or simply to identify senior students?</span>A shake of his head. First he would answer the call and introduce himself. Questions later. He was so curious though! This new world to discover. And all the people and places in it.<br/>Walking over, he slid beside Ellyn, case in hand and waited for the others present to finish introducing themselves. He took another moment to bask in the warm light and all the sights, and look again at her. His heart felt like a star born anew here.<span style=""font-style: italic"">It’s all so wonderful.</span>Even his own dreams weren’t this good!<br/><br/>Mehran. Studious in his silence. Another boy, almost uncaring by posture. Arogisl, first to speak, surprisingly formal in words and bearing. Vyna and Jynna, curiously close together.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Travel sickness? More to it than that, I believe.</span>But what could be hurting the girl so much the sisters had to hide the cause? Then Koren, polite as usual as he projected himself again. Ellyn, ever so beautiful and lovely. A new girl, Anaya, nervous, but steadily becoming more comfortable.<br/><br/>A few more words, first from Mehran, and the other boy, Eamonn, then the sisters. And so different from in the carriage! They would share in time, though. A brief silence.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Go</span>.<br/><br/>“Akaion, here; please call me Aris. And glad to meet you too, Arcander. I’m in your care,” he answered warmly, smiling bright as he nodded in greeting, not bothering in trying to hide his happiness. He felt he should be honest and upfront with this man. Arcander Brightshield. Though his accent slipped through a bit at that. And a little too bold perhaps. But. It was all so much, this fantastic first day, this new beginning. So exciting! Wonderstruck was the word of the day!<br/><br/>He was finally here. After so long. So much anticipation and effort. He looked up into the sky, hand shielding his eyes as he basked in the sunlight like a spotlight. And declared to himself.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">The future begins now!</span>"
10395,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=50,2014-12-14T22:56:00,Zarkenis Ultima,"As he finished greeting the recruits who had already made their way to him, their senior and guide, and continued calling the names of those who were yet to arrive to him, Arcander noticed another student headed in his direction. This time it was another girl, a pretty one, with golden locks of hair. She seemed excited, as were many of the other students who had arrived to the Academy that day, which was perfectly understandable. The white-haired man would lie if he were to claim that he had not been filled with joy and anticipation himself the day he had arrived at that very same landing platform, years ago. And so had been the guide that had been assigned to him back when he was a mere recruit, and more than likely, that guide's guide as well. Being accepted in the Silver Hand Academy was an amazing thing already, but to actually arrive was on a completely different level. Understanding this, he gave the girl the same welcoming smile he had given the other recruits and welcomed her formally.<br/><br/>""Welcome to the Academy, Ellyn. I'm Arcander Brightshield. If you just wait here for a bit, we'll head for the auditorium when the rest of you arrive."" He explained to the girl, crossing her name off the list as he had done with the others.<br/><br/>Looking back up, he noticed yet another girl standing in front of him, one who seemed to be a tad nervous. This, too, he understood perfectly. While it was not something he had felt himself upon his arrival, enthralled by the sights as he was, many of his companions back then had definitely been nervous, and he knew why. The Silver Hand Academy, it was a name that inspired respect and admiration all across the Known Universe. The reasons for this were far too numerous to list, as many people had different concepts of the Academy and not all of them originated from any sort of first-hand experience, but the general opinion was that the school had very high standards, something that, while by no means false, made many nervous about being there and, more importantly, staying there. Thus, he couldn't blame the girl for it, though he could try to help a little. ""Yes, indeed, Phaenan, good to see you. I'm Arcander Brightshield, your guide. If you have any questions, feel free to ask me. We'll head for the auditorium in a bit."" He explained.<br/><br/>Not long after that, the two silent students who had arrived first finally spoke up, and Arcander nodded at them affably. They didn't seem too terribly excited to be here, unlike some of the previous arrivals, which was somewhat disappointing, though he could only hope that they would come to appreciate their stay, no matter the reasons for their lack of interest. ""Very well. Eamonn and Mehran then. Welcome to the Academy."" He said, crossing them off as well and moving on to address one of the two noble sisters he had met not long ago, the taller one with the blonde hair. Hearing her inquiries, especially the last one, made the guide chuckle ever so slightly, amused by her, though not in a bad way. ""Well, I would advise you to refer to me as Brightshield in front of the Academy's staff, but aside from that, feel free to call me Arc, Jyn. It's what everyone calls me."" He said kindly, sparing a glance at the white-haired sister. She definitely seemed to be quite uncomfortable here, for some reason. It was probably not travel sickness, as the blonde one had claimed, but it was also not a good moment to address her about that, not in front of everyone. It was probably nothing serious anyway, as the girl didn't seem to display much other than some discomfort, or so Arcander hoped.<br/><br/>After a brief silence, another boy who had arrived spoke up to introduce himself. He was obviously one of the more excited newly arrived recruits, unlike the Xorshid. An honest and clear young man, with hair and eyes the same color as his, oddly enough, though their features were still different enough to make it clear that they were not related, or at least not closely so. Hearing the boy's intrdouction and greeting, Arcander simply continued smiling. ""Yes, of course. Leave it to me, Aris."" He replied, nodding at the musician, before returning to his routine, crossing the new arrivals off the list and calling the names of those who were yet to arrive. Only two names left, and then they could leave for the auditorium. ""Aspirlacial. Hygbros."" He called, pausing after every second call before continuing. ""Aspirlacial. Hygbros..."""
10396,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=50,2014-12-15T11:49:00,Escalan Corps-Star Island,"<blockquote><div><cite>Zarkenis Ultima <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22784349#p22784349"">wrote</a>:</cite>Suddenly, turbulence. A spearhead of light, born from the void and bound for the void, cruised past the chariot, causing it to shake violently, the wagon spinning around several times from the force with which the unknown object passed next to it. . .<br/>""I apologize for the disturbances the chariot has just experienced. However, it appears that nothing grave has happened, so, please remain calm for the remainder of the journey. We have just arrived at Cathedral Arcadia. We will be landing soon."" The soft voice of the charioteer said through the vessel's speakers in an attempt to make sure that the recruits would be tranquil during the last stage of their journey. And indeed, if they had become distracted with the strange event that had just transpired, they would now undoubtedly notice that they had finally arrived at the Red Citadel, the land of skies of crimson. Through their windows, they would be able to see, above, the red skies that had given the Cathedral its nickname, and below, the colorful, bountiful lands and the magnificent oceans that reflected the skies, causing the optical illusion that the sea down below was in fact an enormous, fluctuating landmass of precious rubies.<br/><br/>As the chariot swiftly lost altitude in its descent towards its destination, the most gifted sights would be able to see, down below, amidst the sea, a speck of white, naught but a point of light in a swirling canvas of cosmic lifeblood. As the seconds passed, others would be able to see it as well, and before long, they would all be able to make out certain details of it, identifying it as a man-made structure. A tall, towering building, surrounded by the reflective water and the occasional stone formations poking out of the water, it was quite obviously one of the most sophisticated work of the Redemit kind. Green fields and even trees adorned the top, along with statues of ancient legends of the Phantom Blade, like Sylvalladine and Kaios, and on a large circular platform, separate from the rest of the school, one could clearly see the sign of the Phantom Blade, set in the middle of a large, silver glove, the symbol that represented the Silver Hand Academy of the Phantom Blade.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 20px;""></span>Kiri had been on the verge of offering a response to Arogisl when her attention was torn away. Momentarily captivated by the bolt of light, she watched as it continued its tumultuous and lonely journey. Pausing for an instant and hardly hearing the odd voices over the airwaves, she watched the stars out the window, looking after the mysterious phenomenon until the first red wisps of cloud began to obscure her vision. Only then did she seat herself again, having heard the announcement about their imminent arrival. As the clouds thinned again, she looked down from where she sat to the distant white spire of the Academy, alone and tranquil against the crimson backdrop of the ocean. This was a far cry from Kusanagi, where she was born, but in looking at the architecture of the structure, she thought suddenly of home.<br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 20px;""></span>Typically Kiri was not over-inclined to sentimentality, but for whatever reason– perhaps something to do with the slight sadness the bolt of light had aroused in her– the girl remembered the one time in her life she had seen military units of the Phantom Blade. Her father had needed to travel to the administrative headquarters of the Cathedral to have his merchant's license renewed, and he had kindly offered to take her along. Kusanagi was a fairly small Cathedral as far as circumference was concerned, so the major centers of population were situated along the high-speed rail line that girdled the equator, catapulting inhabitants to and from their respective homes and workplaces. As an eleven-year-old, she had been fascinated with and delighted by these sleek-looking vehicles, and had a habit of stopping under the pylons for the elevated rails on her way home from school to watch the red-and-white carriages fly by overhead, the breeze ruffling her hair as it rolled off the soundless rails.<br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 20px;""></span>Naturally, she leapt at the chance to travel, and delight overtook her upon arrival in the capital when she discovered there was a foreign corporate delegation in town for the day– they were sure to have an honour guard as much to make them feel important and welcome as to make them feel safe. As with all things of such a bureaucratic nature, there was a line to wait in and forms to be signed. While her father dealt with the formalities, Kiri wandered about the main floor of the building, dancing in the light that streamed through tall, red-tinted windows and slashing about with an imaginary blade or two. She stopped in front of a sealed bloodwood door, looking up in wonderment at the two individuals who flanked it. One was male and one female, and the<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://th05.deviantart.net/fs71/PRE/i/2010/294/9/1/pillars_of_nosgoth_symbols_by_hanxopx-d2f690d.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">markings (5th one down)</a>on their armour matched the tint of the bloodwood door they guarded. They smiled at her; the woman set her helm on the floor and dropped to one knee.<br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 20px;""></span>Kiri remembered asking them if they were indeed Knights of the Phantom Blade, and politely asking if she could see one of their swords. It had been so<span style=""font-style: italic"">heavy</span>, she thought, recalling the way the hilt had dragged down on her slender arms. The woman had smiled and placed one worn hand on hers, helping her to lift it and waken the blade. Kiri could<span style=""font-style: italic"">feel</span>the energy pulsing through the elegant but simple hilt of the weapon as the crimson blade shimmered and danced in the warm, dusty air.<br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 20px;""></span>She had been that way when her father walked in looking for her. He smiled, thanked the knight warmly, and took her hand to lead her out of the building and on towards home. Later that day, she had sworn to her parents that she would become a knight and defend them and their Order. It had seemed such a distant dream at the time, and to think that she was now en route to achieving just that goal. . . She smiled in spite of herself, corners of her mouth pulling up brightly. She saw Arogisl out of the corner of her eye glance over, but ignored him as she continued to look at the structure, the chariot drawing ever closer to its sleek, sun-warmed surface.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Beautiful indeed.</span>The nearer she got, the more she could discern the windows and other irregularities in the smooth facets of the towers, their dozens of floors rising like the fins of some massive fish from the placid ocean at their feet. As they set down on the pad proper, she looked over the sea of faces, seeing nobody even vaguely familiar, and debarked the shuttle with nary a rearward glance.<br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 20px;""></span>As her name was called, she dawdled briefly, looking around at the sky, sea, and building for a few heartbeats before sauntering calmly over to Arcander. She sized him up: although he was an Aspirant, he didn't seem to pretentious, and he was kinda cute with the white hair and all. . . The real question was whether or not she could whip his tail in a fight, and right now the answer probably sounded a bit like ""NO"". Furrowing her brow, she tapped her foot for an instant as she decided what to say, and then looked up at him and offered, ""Aspirlacial.""<span style=""font-style: italic"">The accompanying smirk should be enough to make him pay attention,</span>she reasoned. . ."
10397,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=50,2014-12-15T20:09:00,The Unites State-Of-Minds,"<blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22791209#p22791209"">wrote</a>:</cite>As they got there, they noticed one of the others introducing himself. Jynna smile warmly while Vyna smiled awkwardly, trying to mask how obviously uncomfortable she was. ""Hello, I'm Jynna and this is Vyna. We're the two Ayendors... We're sisters."" She then looked over at Arogisl, pausing. ""She's... travel sick, is all..."" She weakly lied to both of them.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Noticing the looks of the more vocal sister, Arogisl conjured up a weak smile and gave a slight nod in acknowledgement. The other was obviously uncomfortable, and whatever the reason for it, he had no motivation to interfere. Calling attention to it or trying to involve himself would surely be of little value, and most likely would only serve to exacerbate whatever issues were at hand. After all, the girl had her sister with her, who surely was better equipped than he to deal with any problems as they arose.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Zarkenis Ultima <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22797751#p22797751"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-style: italic"">-Snip-</span></div></blockquote><br/><br/>Arogisl relaxed his posture, but retained his stance at the order to ease by his guide. Well, perhaps order was not the correct term, as he seemed rather dismissive of formalities Arogisl thought appropriate for introductions. Despite this, he did not appear condescending in manner, and in fact appeared rather affable in nature. As far as appearances went, he didn't seem much older then himself, and while white hair was not terribly uncommon, the amber shaded irises certainly were a new sight leading Arogisl to intentionally divert his gaze away so as not to find himself staring. He may have been told to relax, but he certainly wanted no possibility of any action or word causing offense, which as always left the safest option being to wait exactly as he was and observe until circumstances altered themselves.<br/><br/>There was a certain...informality about the man; Relaxed, yet fully aware of his surroundings. It was clear that between them existed a gap of uncertain measure in skill, with Arogisl coming up short by far. He couldn't yet distinguish if his developing feeling was one of admiration or respect, most likely the latter as the former would normally require more exposure, although the presence projected by the man was certainly an impressive one, not quite intimidating, but enough to make him wary. In his momentary delay of action, most of the other names called by their guide worked their way over, and it seemed that most of those he payed attention to from the chariot were of the same group as he. The guide gave his name to one of the others at their greeting, Arcander Brightshield. A name he would have to remember. Even if he was to find very little, he hoped to put whatever he could into finding out from what his new colleagues emerged, and of the most important to do so would be his superiors. Placing the name along that of Aspirlacial, he debated for a moment before deciding to look them up in chronological order. Chronological was always easier to recall then other methods of sorting.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Escalan Corps-Star Island <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22806468#p22806468"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-style: italic"">-Snip-</span></div></blockquote><br/><br/>One of the last remaining students approached and introduced themselves while Arogisl mulled over the unfolding events. Glancing in her direction he noticed it was the girl who had taken a tumble back aboard the chariot, Aspirlacial. He had wondered about her and was somewhat pleased to see her again, and his memory of her brought a slight grin to his face. He allowed himself a few moments of the expression before e wiping his face of the expression and shifting his gaze about their group. It seemed they were short only by one now..."
10398,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=50,2014-12-16T17:26:00,Zarkenis Ultima,"Finally, another student arrived at where he stood, which Arcander appreciated. By his calculations, the welcoming ceremony was about to begin, and indeed, though still quite crowded, the landing platform was no longer as full as it had been upon the arrival of the recruits. The student in question seemed to be thinking about something for a moment, tapping her foot on the floor for a moment before finally looking up and pronouncing her name, which he instantly recognized as one of the two he had been calling, Aspirlacial. Now knowing that she was one of the two students that he had yet to cross off from the list, he nodded at her. ""Ah, Aspirlacial. Alright then, welcome to the Silver Hand Academy. If you just wait a bit with us, we'll head for the auditorium soon."" He explained to her. Now, there was only one student who was yet to arrive. Fortunately, the student in question, Hygbros, arrived not too long after, introducing himself without a hitch. All of them had finally gathered together, and so, it was time for Arcander to make the next step and take them to the welcoming ceremony. Thus, he put the list on one of his pockets and spoke up.<br/><br/>""Very well, since you are all here now, we'll be heading to the auditorium for the welcoming ceremony. If any of you feel nervous at any point, just remember to follow the instructions, and everything should work out fine."" He stated, giving everyone a reassuring smile before turning around and beginning to walk away. With a steady pace, he walked to a door on the landing platform that led to an empty room. Long stairs descended into the depths of the tower, before revealing another door. Upon crossing it, Arcander and the recruits found themselves on a long empty hallway. A transluscent ceiling and walls of similar properties allowed them to see the vermilion skies above, and if they looked to their sides, they would undoubtedly notice: There were other such hallways, many others, all around them, all of them with groups of new arrivals led by an aspirant clad in a golden robe just like Arcander's. Many of said recruits were quite surprised at the strange sight before them. Many others were eagerly talking among themselves, not too concerned, and yet others seemed to be trying to communicate with people from the other corridors in quite amusing ways.<br/><br/>Arcander's group continued walking, eventually reaching another door, which led to a different hallway, a larger one, no longer transparent, where they quickly blended into a long line of students headed in the same direction. After navigating through the school in such fashion, they arrived, at last, to the auditorium. As they walked in, they would see an pristine white room of enormous proportions. Austerely decorated, it was mostly blank, except for the large symbol that represented the Silver Hand Academy, plastered on the front wall. Also on the front was a raised stage, with a podium on it. At the present moment, it was empty, but it was more than evident that at least some members of the staff would be present there, most likely to give a speech and welcome the new students. For the time being, however, no such personalities were there.<br/><br/>However, the absence of staff members did not mean that the auditorium was empty. No, quite the opposite. The auditorium was in fact brimming with students, both those with the silver-trimmed golden robes and those without them, as well as many students who, instead of a golden robe, bore a blood red one on their shoulders, with the same symbol on the back. Recruits, trainees and aspirants alike filled the place, but perhaps more impressive was the fact that the room was easily able to fit them all inside comfortably, clearly designed specifically with such events in mind. They were, however, arranged in a somewhat peculiar way. At the back of the room, the blood-robed students were formed in groups, though each group was carefully alligned with the others, giving an orderly look. And then, at the very front of the room, between the blood-robed students and the stage, were the recruits, arranged into groups as well, each group standing in front of two golden-robed students. This was the idea, at least, and many students had already been formed in such manner, but not all of them, understandably, as many had just arrived and many more were yet to arrive.<br/><br/>This, however, did not seem to deter Arcander in the slightest. Motioning for the recruits behind him to follow, the tall man walked forth, weaving a path for them through the masses of students present in the auditorium, frequently looking back to make sure that all of the recruits were following him, and other times looking around the auditorium, as if searching for someone, though his confident stride indicated that he knew exactly where to go, even if he seemed to be looking for a specific person. Eventually, he stopped this, simply continuing to walk through the auditorium, finally arriving at a spot near the opposite end, close the stage and the front of the room. Finally, they had arrived at their place.<br/><br/>There, Arcander approached another golden-robed student who stood in front of him and the recruits. She was a striking young woman of about the same age, minute when placed next to Arcander, but still somewhat tall for a girl. Her head was graced by a cascade of fiery hair like the vermilion skies and the bleeding seas of Arcadia, flowing freely in thin locks down to her waist. Her face was soft and with a tinge of regality, but with a pair of sublime gray eyes, almost silver but not quite, giving her an air of authority and power, not physical, but spiritual. Her figure was quite feminine, and yet at the same time she looked more than capable of holding her own in a fight, a testament to the ability which had led her to become an aspirant in the first place. She had her back straight and her arms crossed in front of her chest, standing next to two pedestals, one bearing an ornamented metal sword, the likes of which were only used in ceremonies, and another bearing a device of sorts in the shape of the symbol of the Silver Hand Academy. Just like Arcander, she had a golden robe with that very same symbol on her back, and bore the same uniform as everybody else, though this one was without any sort of variation, unlike the one Arcander wore, which had the green flame and crescent moon.<br/><br/>""Aressa. I bring you our charges."" Arcander said to the other student, motioning towards the recruits with some theatrical flair. However, his fellow aspirant seemed unimpressed, and merely nodded at him before looking at the recruits.<br/><br/>""Very well."" She replied, her voice soft and calm, though even then it bore a component of authority. The aspirant addressed by Arcander as Aressa then introduced herself. ""It is my pleasure to meet you all. My name is Aressa Alistar, and I will be your guide along with Brightshield here. I assume you have already been told that we are here for the welcoming ceremony, so I will not say anything about it. As long as you are capable of following instructions, everything should proceed smoothly."" She explained politely as she casually analyzed each of the recruits with those two gray orbs of hers. ""However,"" She continued after a pause. ""we should still have a bit of time until the ceremony actually begins, so, if you happen to have any questions, now would be the ideal time to ask them, as interruptions during the ceremony will not be tolerated."" She stated, giving them an offer and a warning for them to take or leave."
10399,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=50,2014-12-16T19:57:00,Wolfenium,"Stepping into the massive hall after Arcander, Mehran would be lying if he did not feel awed by the space. Mervarid's enormous underground libraries were by far the only spaces comparable in size, but the nigh-infinite columns of stuffed shelves would have made anyone claustrophobic instead. It had a homely feel to it; nothing wrong with that. Halting in front of another of their guides, he watched with a bit of annoyance as Arcander introduced them to her.<br/><br/>""We're not children, by Jove,"" he grumbled under his breath, ""I'd rather just get to studies.""<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Zarkenis Ultima <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22821075#p22821075"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Aressa. I bring you our charges."" Arcander said to the other student, motioning towards the recruits with some theatrical flair. However, his fellow aspirant seemed unimpressed, and merely nodded at him before looking at the recruits.<br/><br/>""Very well."" She replied, her voice soft and calm, though even then it bore a component of authority. The aspirant addressed by Arcander as Aressa then introduced herself. ""It is my pleasure to meet you all. My name is Aressa Alistar, and I will be your guide along with Brightshield here. I assume you have already been told that we are here for the welcoming ceremony, so I will not say anything about it. As long as you are capable of following instructions, everything should proceed smoothly."" She explained politely as she casually analyzed each of the recruits with those two gray orbs of hers. ""However,"" She continued after a pause. ""we should still have a bit of time until the ceremony actually begins, so, if you happen to have any questions, now would be the ideal time to ask them, as interruptions during the ceremony will not be tolerated."" She stated, giving them an offer and a warning for them to take or leave.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>However, before he could pose his question, another voice echoed his sentiment in a far less enthusiastic tone. Speaking from behind the group, Eamonn asked in an unhesitating voice, ""when does training start? Can I skip the welcoming ceremony? I'm not good with waiting through mundane speeches.""<br/><br/>It was a direct question, and a grim one. Observing the young... man(?), Mehran could tell he was not asking out of sheer anticipation for studies. Moreover, he explicitly stated 'training' instead of 'studies', which showed his eagerness for combat and magic training, in addition to his impatience for preachy welcoming speeches. To be honest, Mehran would have asked something similar. However, even he would not put such as cynical spin to his queries and come off like a jerk."
10400,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=50,2014-12-17T15:45:00,Escalan Corps-Star Island,"<span style=""margin-left: 20px;""></span>Kiri's first impressions of the auditorium were, quite naturally, its size and blandness. She had seen other rooms of comparable dimensions on occasion at home, but those had been more richly decorated, often with panelled walls and ceiling, and great chandeliers hanging from the rafters. This seemed rather austere by comparison, though it managed to be not inelegant at the same time. Glancing around at the other students already gathered there, the rigid order in which they stood bothered her a bit. It wasn't that she<span style=""font-style: italic"">hated</span>organisation, but her family had always kidded that she had an affinity for making a mess. And they were probably right– when she was younger, she would have friends over and promptly tear the cushions off every piece of furniture in the house to build a citadel in the entry hall, from which they would assault any poor soul who opened the door.<br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 20px;""></span>The memory made her smile– too bad there didn't look to be much furniture around, let alone cushions. Sighing, she continued to follow Arcander, weaving through the crowds of unfamiliar faces in the aspirant's wake.<span style=""font-style: italic""> The red robes look prettier than the white</span>, she thought to herself as she walked.<span style=""font-style: italic"">I should find out what exactly they mean when I have a spare moment. I should also think about roommates. . . maybe the girl the singer was making moony faces over? She seems nice enough, </span>and<span style=""font-style: italic""> I'd get to mess with them if they start going out or something. That would be great!</span><br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 20px;""></span>The recruit in front of her stopped so quickly she almost tripped and plowed into him, but she caught herself just in time. She poked her head around his arm, hair falling to the side as she listened to Arcander. He introduced someone she couldn't see as ""Aressa"", and when she stepped into the light Kiri was surprised at her natural gifts. She wasn't jealous, though; such things were inconvenient and attracted the wrong sort of attention. She looked for the singer to see his reaction, but couldn't find him. The girl heard Aressa state her last name as ""Alistar"", and her attention returned.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Alistar. Wasn't there an Alistar with Uncle in the Chalice War?</span>She resolved to ask the Aspirant the question, and tried to jostle her way closer to the front of the group.<br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 20px;""></span>""Excuse me,"" she called in an uncharacteristically polite fashion, ""but did you happen to have any parents who served as Knights of the Phantom Blade? Your name sounds familiar."""
10401,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=50,2014-12-17T23:52:00,Zarkenis Ultima,"After offering to answer any questions the recruits still had, Aressa merely continued observing them, analyzing them with an inquisitive gaze. However, soon enough, she heard one of them, Eamonn, speak up. Listening to the question he uttered, she raised her eyebrows ever so slightly, amused at the boldness of the question. She let her arms drop and walked up to the student in question, stopping some distance in front of him. ""I am afraid that skipping the welcoming ceremony is not possible, MacÌomhair. I am truly sorry that your self-discipline seems to be in such a poor state, but as a student of the Silver Hand Academy, you are expected to follow the traditions that have been in place for over six hundred years."" She explained, before tilting her head slightly at the student before her.<br/><br/>""Honestly, you should have known about these traditions. No matter if you were invited or applied to attend to the Academy, what kind of person would agree to come without doing a bit of research? Surely even prestige cannot be so blinding, much less so for someone who does not belong to the Phantom Blade."" She spoke, honestly believing what she said, not scolding Eamonn or chastising him for his lack of foresight as she was merely stating her opinion on the matter. She crossed her arms in front of herself once again and then resumed talking. ""Regardless, your training will be provided according to the schedule of the Academy, not when it is demanded. For all of you, your training<span style=""font-style: italic"">and</span>studies will commence tomorrow. Until then, you will have to be patient. The ceremony should not take too long from beginning to end, and you will have some time to relax afterwards, so make sure not to interrupt and everything will proceed nicely."" She said, finishing with a nod. She could understand the eagerness of some to begin with their instruction in the arts of battle at once, but something like skipping the ceremony was strictly forbidden and she, as an aspirant and as the guide of these recruits, had to see such a ruling enforced.<br/><br/>Not long after she had finished talking to Eamonn, Aressa noticed another recruit trying to get to the front of the group. A girl with long black hair and purple eyes. She asked in a rather courteous manner about her family, specifically those who might have served as Knights of the Order, stating that her name seemed familiar. At this, the red-haired aspirant sighed and replied with a nod. ""The Alistars have always been loyal to the Order of the Phantom Blade. Most of my family has served in the Phantom Host. My father Mercius is still in service, fighting the heathens in the Low North West. My great-grandfather, Aurelius, served in the Chalice War, as well as his brother, Arcadius."" She stated, before turning around. ""...I would appreciate it if you did not dwell on it too much."" She added afterwards, no longer making eye contact with the girl as she returned to her post at the front of the group, next to the pedestals.<br/><br/>""Arc, formation."" She snapped suddenly, making a gesture with her hand. Arcander, who had been standing off to the side as Aressa spoke with the students, immediately looked at the front of the auditorium, noticing a door opening. Through it stepped a man, a man with short, well-trimmed hair, painted gray by the passing of time. Those closest to the front would be able to tell that his face, slightly wrinkled as befitting his age, was one of stern features. His skin was tanned by the suns of countless battlegrounds, and his step was slow, but inexorable. He was old, yes, quite old. He was, in fact, several hundred times older than the oldest student in the room, easily. And yet, despite that, it was no difficult task to look beyond the gray hairs on his head and the wrinkles on his face and see the venerable soldier that he was, tempered in the battlefields for so many decades. His body was no longer that of a warrior in his prime, but he was a warrior, there was no arguing that. Over his shoulders he wore a black robe with silver embroidery and the symbol of the Silver Hand Academy on the back, much like the golden and red ones worn by the aspirants and the trainees, except for the color, evidently.<br/><br/>Immediately, Arcander set to work. ""Alright then. New recruits are required to stand at attention, but first, you and you, stand here. You, give her that spot and stand here..."" He started, giving out a handful more similar instructions until everyone was standing at attention in their given positions, before moving to stand at attention himself, occupying a spot next to the pedestals, behind Aressa. Every sound in the auditorium died down swiftly, leaving nothing to be heard but the hushed respiration of the students present, and the echoing footsteps of the old man in the black robe, who had already crossed part of the room and was now walking up a couple of steps to ascend to the stage. He soon reached the podium at the very center, and once there, he finally turned towards the back, staring down at the students. And if they looked carefully, they would see, once again, sublime gray eyes, giving the man an intimidating gaze.<br/><br/>""Children."" He spoke, his strong voice echoing throughout the whole auditorium without the need for a device to augment the sound, his first word boldly contradicting Mehran's mutterings. ""Children from beyond the sky. Children of the Phantom Blade. Children from beyond our stars. For centuries, these halls have served as the training grounds of many. Now, they will serve as the training grounds for you. Whether you are here to become mighty warriors or powerful mages, I have only one thing to say to you."" He said, pausing and letting the echo of his words die down before continuing. ""Never forget the reason you are here."" He stated firmly, and then folded his hands into his sleeves. ""I welcome you, on behalf of the council, to the Silver Hand Academy. The aspirants may proceed."" He concluded. As a speech, it was quite short, yes, and with very little of the embellishment used by many other public figures everywhere. But it certainly got the message through. It was short and to the point. Such was the style of Augustus Alistar, who now gazed sternly upon the thousands of young souls in front of him.<br/><br/>As soon as the head of the council had pronounced the word 'proceed', Aressa and Arcander, who had been deathly still before, began moving once again. The red-haired aspirant turned around to face the recruits once again, taking the small device in the shape of the symbol of the Silver Hand Academy with one of her hands and gripping the hilt of the ceremonial metal blade with the other. Arcander, meanwhile, had moved to the back of the group, next to a small platform which had risen from the ground, bearing what appeared to be several dull gray robes.<br/><br/>""The first of you may step forward."" Arcander called from the back of the group, though his voice had suddenly adopted a martial edge which made it clear that it was not a request, but an order.<br/><br/>Once the first person had stepped forward, Aressa took the device in her right hand and pressed it unto the uniform of the student before her, imprinting the symbol of the Silver Hand Academy upon their right breast.<br/><br/>""I name thee a student."" She stated solemnly. Afterwards, upon their shoulders, Arcander placed one of the dull gray robes from the pedestal that had risen from the ground, before stepping back to his place at the back of the group. Aressa raised the metal blade and, with surgical precision, lowered it upon the student's left shoulder, stopping just above the cloth of the robe. However, though it did no damage to the robe, or to the uniform, or indeed to the student's arm, such a movement did sever a thread of the robe. And with that severed thread, the dull gray cloth slid off, falling away and seemingly fading into nothingness, revealing what was underneath: A robe of shining silver, with embroidery of gold and the symbol of the Silver Hand Academy, outlined in red. The silver equivalent of the golden robes of the aspirants, it could be said.<br/><br/>""I pronounce thee a recruit."" The red-haired aspirant stated, before raising the blade from the student's shoulder and motioning for them to circulate to the back of the group.<br/><br/>""The next of you may step forward."" Arcander said, and so the second would step forward..."
10402,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=50,2014-12-19T20:27:00,Sil Arion,"Aris followed as Arcander led them, from the platform standing so high above the sea, then descending into the Academy. To its heart. And the welcoming ceremony.<br/>The senior led them down a long well of stairs, passing their way through great sliding doors into a high hallway seemingly made glass and air, the crimson skies above clearly visible, the shining sun wreathed in clouds of white and gold. Marveling at the architecture, he viewed other groups of recruits following behind other gold-cloaked seniors, dozens upon dozens in hallways just like their own. He was not alone in his watching, and he waved to several across from, and to those above and below. There was much pointing, laughter and waves and funny gestures as people tried to communicate without sound. When one boy in particular plastered his face to the window to his left, he chuckled some himself.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Everyone is so filled with cheer! With excitement!</span>It was wonderful.<br/><br/>Another door, and the transparent walls ceased. Larger, and more doors and ornate halls. And it was all so beautiful. Moving pictures of past heroes and heroines greeting them as he passed, the scenes of famous battles playing out on screens, busts of white marble and grand statues recessed in the walls, ensconced with flower beds. But he did manage to memorize the route, for all the beauty about and great labyrinthine corridors. Then, an auditorium. An austere room of pristine white. And utterly massive.<span style=""font-style: italic"">By Aradain, this dwarfs even the sanctuary at Delphi.</span>It was like a coliseum, and could likely seat tens of thousands in its many tiers recessed in the towering walls, all surrounding a central stage like a great amphitheater, a podium at the front. Only the lowermost tier was occupied though, as recruits streamed in by the hundreds from many dozen doors, clad in their plain mantles as the followed their guides. It was magnificent. And could likely fit every person at the Academy in this one room.<span style=""font-style: italic"">But where are the Masters? The Headmaster?</span>He saw no staff standing about. Or adults at all. But there were other senior students, garbed in cloaks red as blood, and standing in their own groups.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Who could they be?</span><br/><br/>Arcander wove his way through the masses, and Aris followed, trailing with everyone else just behind. As they walked nearer the stage, he could only gaze up. Up into the deep empty space, at the ceiling so far above as sunlight streamed in, welcoming the warmth on his bronzed skin, a contrast to the cool indoor air. A glance, and he stepped up beside Arcander, who had stopped before a young woman. She was rather pretty, indeed, perhaps beautiful suited her. Though she was only a star in the sky compared to Ellyn, hi sun. But there was an air of authority about her, a nobleness. And her uniform. Her cloak. It was slightly different.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Perhaps an outstanding student?</span>Certainly someone special. Someone who deserved respect, and one he should listen to. Aspire to emulate, like Arc.<br/><br/>Aressa Alistar. She nodded to them all, rather austerely. Aris nodded back politely, smiling faintly. Then she spoke.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Definitely one who bears the mantle of responsibility.</span>She felt familiar though. Almost like he’d met someone like her. A relative of hers. But where?<br/><br/>Regardless. One of their guides was apparently even exceptional among the some of the best aspirants of the Silver Hand. He felt blessed at that, and so whispered a brief prayer of thanks. There was so much for him to be thankful, truly. However they’d been chosen for this honor, they still had been. To give his all to learn from their example, and to join with them as family. He would give his all.<br/><br/>Oh. Dear. Eamonn. So direct, but rather rude. And disrespectful. Did that boy know even<span style=""font-style: italic"">less</span>then he knew coming here? The little research he could do himself at least notified him of the welcoming ceremony, certainly one of the important traditions. He gazed around at the others behind him, gaging their responses. It appeared only a few others had similar feelings, Mehran unsurprisingly among them. Though Kiri was looking rather… Devious? He knew that look at too well.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Blasted twins.</span>She was going to be fun to deal with. She seemed the type. Perhaps retaliatory prank was in order after the first blow was struck?<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Ouch.</span>He winced slightly as he caught Aressa’s rebuke for Eamonn. She was certainly direct herself, and authoritative. But honest, and still respectful.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Another noble soul. But do all in these halls share this disposition?</span>A miracle if true. Delphi hadn’t been perfect by any stretch, with some of the less-than-polite aristocrats.<br/><br/>Wait.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Arcadius?</span>She was related to the Red Knight himself? Simply incredible. He could only imagine the responsibility she bore then, the legacy of one such as that. But he didn’t speak. She was his senior after all, and family now. He’d obey her orders. So long as they were right and good. But he didn’t fear otherwise. He stood there, waiting then.<br/><br/>Soon after, she called for formation and he followed Arc’s directions. Front row, first from the center aisle. Once in place, he gazed around again, watching the thousands of other recruits as the sound of chatter petered off and a steady silence spread itself through the space.<br/><br/>Then he saw him. Striding down the center aisle, right past him.<span style=""font-style: italic"">I know you.</span>He knew this man, he knew him. While he knew not the face, the bearing, the posture, the aura. The same as the mysterious man he only knew as Augustus. The man who had chosen him in the blind interview, that aptitude exam he alone of all his family at Delphi passed. He memorized the man’s appearance, from the silver-grey hair like an ironoak’s bark, to the embroidered mantle set on shoulders like the black as the void.<span style=""font-style: italic"">A Master.</span><br/><br/>From the podium the man spoke, and he listened with rapt attention. But he still heard the whispers of other students as they too focused their attentions on this man.<br/><br/>Augustus? It<span style=""font-style: italic"">was</span>him. But. He was astounded. The Headmaster himself had chosen him? The mysterious man who personally oversaw his test at the Cathedral Delphi was none other than the most powerful and wisest of all in the Phantom Blade? Incredible.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Will wonders never cease here?</span>He laughed internally at that. Aradain had ordained it, certainly, for all this to be, so miraculously. And the Headmaster must be related to Aressa somehow, by appearance and bearing, their aura of authority too much the same. Not father and daughter, no. Not enough similarities in physique. But perhaps as uncle and niece, or other close kin? Certainly.<br/><br/>Arcander’s voice cut through his thoughts, an edge to its tone. An order. He was first then? His trademark faint smile rose on his face as he strode up the short stairs, onto the platform for all to see.<br/><br/>He knelt before the altar, Aressa before him and Arcander beside, the right sunlight shining down, the stage arrayed in beams of gold as he bowed his head. An awesome, wonderful feeling permeated the very air, powerful yet serene. An invisible strength hanging just above and around him, strong and warm. As if his very future rested on this moment. And it did. He held himself motionless, bowed, as Aressa dubbed him with the gleaming sword-of-ceremony and Arcander spread a grey mantle over his shoulders. Another tap of her sword and the grey fell away, disappearing into the air to reveal a shining silver robe, embroidered finely in golden thread and light as air. But for all its lightness, he felt the weight of the Silver Hand on his back. The mantle of responsibility he now bore. And it was a welcome weight. This was it.<span style=""font-style: italic"">This is my road; I now walk.</span><br/><br/>He rose then, smiling faintly, shoulders set as he gazed out at the awaiting others. His new family.<br/><br/>Then he was past, walking to the back as another took place on the stage. Moisture shone in his eye, but it was alright, taking his seat at the rear.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Thank you, Aradain, for this wonderful gift.</span>He would do them proud. All of them. And for her.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Ellyn.</span><br/><br/>Now to watch and wait. And this wonderful first day was still not yet done!"
10403,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=50,2014-12-19T22:20:00,Charmera,"Vynaria was next, the Ayendor sister stepped forward. She still looked somewhat uncomfortable, but seemed to be mostly able to deal with it. She stood strait and proud, a serious expression on her face, one of determination. She could not afford to show any more weakness now, especially not after she had embarrassed herself coming off the chariot. She was ashamed of how she had been so easily unnerved. She shouldn't have to rely on her sister for something as simple as navigating a crowd.<br/><br/>Once there, she paused, waiting to go through the same process Aris had. She had noticed how his eyes had been moistened afterwards.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Again? There is no shame in crying... but he seems to do that a lot.</span>She thought, suppressing a childish smirk.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Ah... I shouldn't judge him for that. This is a big day in all our lives after all... Still... it's amusing.</span>She ended such thoughts, keeping her eyes forward.<br/><br/>Jynna was further behind Vyna, a smile on her lips. Her sister seemed to be coping well now, though perhaps it was because everything was so orderly. She mentally shrugged, and her mind came back to this event, now. She did not doubt he most important step she would take in her life would be that one.<span style=""font-style: italic"">I don't know whether I'm more excited or nervous...</span>She thought to herself.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Either way, I don't believe I'll be forgetting this moment... ever.</span>"
10404,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=50,2014-12-19T23:25:00,Wolfenium,"<blockquote><div><cite>Zarkenis Ultima <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22834955#p22834955"">wrote</a>:</cite>After offering to answer any questions the recruits still had, Aressa merely continued observing them, analyzing them with an inquisitive gaze. However, soon enough, she heard one of them, Eamonn, speak up. Listening to the question he uttered, she raised her eyebrows ever so slightly, amused at the boldness of the question. She let her arms drop and walked up to the student in question, stopping some distance in front of him. ""I am afraid that skipping the welcoming ceremony is not possible, MacÌomhair. I am truly sorry that your self-discipline seems to be in such a poor state, but as a student of the Silver Hand Academy, you are expected to follow the traditions that have been in place for over six hundred years."" She explained, before tilting her head slightly at the student before her. <br/><br/>""Honestly, you should have known about these traditions. No matter if you were invited or applied to attend to the Academy, what kind of person would agree to come without doing a bit of research? Surely even prestige cannot be so blinding, much less so for someone who does not belong to the Phantom Blade."" She spoke, honestly believing what she said, not scolding Eamonn or chastising him for his lack of foresight as she was merely stating her opinion on the matter. She crossed her arms in front of herself once again and then resumed talking. ""Regardless, your training will be provided according to the schedule of the Academy, not when it is demanded. For all of you, your training <span style=""font-style: italic"">and</span> studies will commence tomorrow. Until then, you will have to be patient. The ceremony should not take too long from beginning to end, and you will have some time to relax afterwards, so make sure not to interrupt and everything will proceed nicely."" She said, finishing with a nod. She could understand the eagerness of some to begin with their instruction in the arts of battle at once, but something like skipping the ceremony was strictly forbidden and she, as an aspirant and as the guide of these recruits, had to see such a ruling enforced.<br/><br/>Not long after she had finished talking to Eamonn, Aressa noticed another recruit trying to get to the front of the group. A girl with long black hair and purple eyes. She asked in a rather courteous manner about her family, specifically those who might have served as Knights of the Order, stating that her name seemed familiar. At this, the red-haired aspirant sighed and replied with a nod. ""The Alistars have always been loyal to the Order of the Phantom Blade. Most of my family has served in the Phantom Host. My father Mercius is still in service, fighting the heathens in the Low North West. My great-grandfather, Aurelius, served in the Chalice War, as well as his brother, Arcadius."" She stated, before turning around. ""...I would appreciate it if you did not dwell on it too much."" She added afterwards, no longer making eye contact with the girl as she returned to her post at the front of the group, next to the pedestals.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Eamonn... did not take it well. Hearing her rebuttal, he felt like she was mocking him for applying in the academy for the sake of pride. The fact was that he<span style=""font-style: italic"">did</span>his research on the academy, but only for the part that mattered to him - the training. Worse was her suggestion that prestige had any part to do with his decision. He did not become a student here just for the sake of being one. His teeth clenching behind his lips as his eyes began to widen with anger, he felt tempted to shoot back. Fortunately, Kiri had cut in with a question of her own, cutting short his tirade as his target turned her attention to her. Heaving quite heavily, he tried hard to calm back down. Releasing his fists, he finally got a grip of himself again. On hindsight, Eamonn realized how ridiculous he would have looked if he had barked back. Last thing he needed to do was make more enemies here. Wiping his face, he was having a difficult time shrugging off Aressa's comments.<br/><br/>'Alistar,' he thought, glancing back at Aressa, 'no wonder that name sounded familiar. Doesn't that makes her the Red Knight's great-grandniece?'<br/><br/>However, he did not appear that awed by Aressa, especially after she chewed him out. If anything, at least he was relieved she told them not to dwell on it. He would be a lot more pissed if she harped on the legacy of others, even her own kin. In retrospect, it really did not matter who her family was. She was a senior, plain and simple, and someone he expected to learn from in the coming days.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Zarkenis Ultima <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22834955#p22834955"">wrote</a>:</cite>-snip-</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Standing for his turn, Mehran quietly steeled his nerves for the ceremony to come. At the very least, he was willing to give the old headmaster some measure of respect by listening, no matter how grating those first lines were to him. But what struck him most was his last lines, a reminder of keep his own goals in focus. Giving a small sniff, Mehran quite easily took those words to heart, if only because he had every intention to follow them through.<br/><br/>Following through with the christening, Mehran showed every discipline that was required of a guardian of Xorshid. Stepping before the aspirants, he calmly took off his shades as he took a long bow. He was not the least enthralled with the painstaking procedure, keeping his expressionless facade from twisting into a sulk while he was presented his robes. But he was focused on his responsibilities as a representative of his homeworld and order, and he had no intention of slighting their name because of his own disposition. As long as it put him one step closer to the Phantom Blade's most prized tomes, he willing to take the dull, mind-numbing barrages of Aradain-esque propaganda for his entire term here.<br/><br/>Eamonn, In sharp contrast, acted just like a zombie. An unenthusiastic, shambling wight, he was barely putting in a minimum in terms of discipline as he went up the podium. At the very least, he was mindful not to make a scene, keeping his eyes fixed from rolling over or his frown corpsing onto his face. Stepping down as his turn was up, his gaze shifted over to the other students watching him. If anyone close enough had been attentive, they would notice something missing in his eyes. A dull emptiness sunk in despondence, his thoughts were now fixed solely on the day ahead - training."
10405,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=50,2014-12-20T19:08:00,Estva,"Koren quietly smirked when he hard the beat-down Eamonn received from Arissa. He was always one to enjoy such a thrashing, but he didn't think lesser of anyone for it.<br/><br/>After the verbal thrashing, people stared being called up to be declared students. First the others went, so Koren had time to stand back and think. He never had appreciation for feel-good ceremonies like this, but never spoke out because that was a good way to be branded unpopular, as what had happened to Eamonn.<br/><br/>As he stood there, Koren got to reflect upon his own prejudices. Many of the children here were noble, aristocrats, or oligarchs. Few of them made here on the scholarship money he had, many probably just made it on their parent's fortunes and made the minimum requirements for entry. Hatred grew in him, arming itself against many of the people that felt elevated over the common rabble. Even though he had no respect for many of the peasants he lived with, their lives were one of constant hardship and pain. Those not driven to obsolescence and thus death, were forced to prostitute themselves in degrading and shameful careers. And yet, here, the children of the elite solidified their nepotistic positions. The few that made in on their merits were exceptionally hard workers, and yet he felt they would never be enough. This school was simply the highlight of the generational nepotism that plagued the Redemit, especially in his home world. Koren's parents, if he were not successful, would likely live and die on their planet in their serf-like lifestyles.<br/><br/>Still, none of these contemplations were useful for him now. While he doubted the seniors were monitoring his thoughts, any hostile snarkiness would no doubt come through his body language and speech. He repressed these thoughts and put on his grateful appearance.<br/><br/>He would use this school for his needs. He would likely grow no pride for his membership here, and if anything he would grow a steady contempt for the longstanding institutional members. These ivory tower mages, so detached from the lives of the commoners, focused solely on the ""big questions"" all the while following the fanatical worship of the Red Blade. Critical thought here had a tenuous existence, with the sycophantic worship somehow coinciding with the expansion of young minds. The conflicts of the past left billions of unnamed dead, yet the focus is never on them. The focus is always on the heroes, always on the fanatics. The banality of life, its tediousness and repetition, is never focused on. Because here, life was not like that. Life here was not a constant effort for survival, it was an enjoyable experience where your life was set upon graduation. The billions who lived outside this institution were not cared for. This elitist institution disgusted every bone in Koren's body, but he suppressed such disgust. For now, he must bide his time.<br/><br/>Then, his name was called."
10406,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=50,2014-12-20T22:03:00,Escalan Corps-Star Island,"<span style=""margin-left: 20px;""></span>Kiri waited until nearly the end of the line, not out of nervousness for herself so much as a desire to see how the others reacted. Aris stepped forwards first, clearly shaken by the weightiness of the occasion, and perhaps by something else. She thought she might have seen tears in his eyes as he fell in in his original place. But instead of smirking or even ignoring him, she was curiously touched by the sight, and for a moment she felt as though a great weight of tradition and responsibility lay upon her shoulders. The sensation dissipated as the next of her acquaintances approached Aressa. One of the sisters, the slender one, stepped forwards with a more inscrutable expression, her sister following her quietly. Those two were curious, she decided; with such different personality she had no difficulty telling them apart, but it'd be interesting to try and understand the unspoken things that passed between them.<br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 20px;""></span>The Xorshid and another followed next, neither betraying their emotions with their countenance.<span style=""font-style: italic"">I should really watch out around him</span>, she thought silently.<span style=""font-style: italic"">I really don't know his motives for coming here, but I kinda think they aren't based on training to be a warrior or mage of the Phantom Blade.</span>Koren was the last to go before her, and he was the most interesting to watch. She could tell from the hard set of his shoulders and jaw as he waited that he felt. . .<span style=""font-style: italic"">out-of-place</span>, maybe even a bit irritated by the ceremony. Whereas she shared Aris' sense of tradition and history, enamoured as she was of stories about the Chalice War, she could tell that common sentiments lay elsewhere. In truth, Kiri doubted whether many of her future classmates took the ceremony entirely seriously. But no matter: as Koren's robes parted under the touch of the blade to reveal the silver beneath, she heard Aressa's voice only peripherally.<br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 20px;""></span>""I pronounce thee a recruit."" The words rang in her ears strangely, the Aspirant's red locks almost glowing in the austere half-light of the hall. For an instant it seemed as if the surroundings were suffused with the red light of the skies; then she blinked and Koren was stepping back, looking pleased in spite of his tenseness. Arcander motioned her forwards, seventh in line. The girl shook her head lightly, hair falling to the right side of her face and partially covering her eye. She breathed in, savouring the general atmosphere of bated breath and quiet expectation that she knew so many shared. Here on the cusp of realising her goal of training to be a Knight, there was no hesitation in her heart save that which told her to pause and revel in the moment, ephemeral as it was.<br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 20px;""></span>Quietly she padded forwards, feeling the warm air caress her cheek and elicit an inaudible<span style=""font-style: italic"">swish</span>from the silky fabric of her uniform. Aressa lifted the small device in her hand. Raising her eyes to the older girl's face, she saw no special emotion in her eyes, just the same dark inscrutability that she had answered Kiri's earlier query with. Breathing in and swelling her chest, she felt the soft touch of the implement upon her chest, pressing not quite uncomfortably into the clothes she wore underneath. She resisted the urge to reach up and touch the symbol, waiting for an appropriate moment as Aressa spoke. ""I pronounce you a student."" Kiri twitched involuntarily; now came the fun part. Arcander lifted a grey robe and draped it around the girl's shoulders, the weight barely noticeable. Aressa lifted her blade ever so slightly before touching it to the sleeve of the robe. Something almost like an electric shock jolted through the Aspirlacial girl's arm, a fleeting purple spark flashing between the blade of the descending weapon and the edge of the cloak. Kiri blinked, this was a feeling she had felt once before under very different circumstances.<br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 20px;""></span>She shook the thought out of her mind, instead watching as the grey parted and fell aside, leaving only the evanescent silver of the robe behind. She lifted her hand slightly, feeling the airy fabric slide smoothly over her knuckles soundlessly. ""I pronounce thee a student,"" came Aressa's voice as if from a great distance. Kiri glanced up again. There was perhaps a hint of unsettlement in the Aspirant's gaze, though she could very well be imagining it. Any further thoughts were batted aside carelessly as she turned to face her classmates-to-be, and she couldn't help but smile broadly as she processed back to her spot, purple eyes beautifully alight with pride and determination.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Let them bring what they will. Challenges, duels, even studies– I can handle it now. And Father said he would send me something once I settled in. In the meantime, I want to see where I'm sleeping!</span><br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 20px;""></span>Falling in felt only vaguely anticlimactic, flushed with success as she felt at the moment. A few more had yet to go forwards, the blonde girl from the chariot among them. She watched with the same interest as she had before, in the meantime bouncing slightly as she stood ever-so-slightly on her toes."
10407,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=50,2014-12-21T12:45:00,Zarkenis Ultima,"The moments passed, and the golden-robed students continued performing the initiation ceremony upon the recruits, placing upon them the silvery robes that identified them and displayed their rank within the school. These aspirants who were at the moment proclaiming these new recruits as students had, too, been crowned as such before in a similar ceremony days prior, as had the newest among the blood-robes. All of them had followed the traditions of the Silver Hand Academy, the way the recruits were doing now. One by one, they were crowned as members of the Silver Hand by the ceremonial metal blades held by the steady hands of the golden-robed aspirants, seniors of the recruits before them by eight years exactly, in regards to their time at the Academy. All of them, too, had been in the position of the ones now before them, standing in line until their turn came, advancing to the aspirant at the front and being proclaimed as a student by the seal and the blade and the robe. All of them had felt themselves become part of something greater, all of them had felt that warmth in their hearts as they were accepted by those who had come before them. And now, they transmitted that feeling to the ones who stood in front of them, the ones who had come after them, for now it was them who wore the golden robes, and it was them who held the seal, and the blade, and the robe.<br/><br/>""I proclaim thee a recruit."" Aressa said in a firm tone, her voice calm and her hand steady as her blade descended upon the last student's shoulder, crowning them, too, as a member of the Silver Hand Academy, before allowing them to return to their place among their fellow recruits, all of them now officially part of the school, all of them now officially crowned students of the prestigious institution. Blades and seals were placed back upon their pedestals, though the silvery robes remained upon the shoulders of the students for them to bear, the symbol representing the Silver Hand Academy proudly stamped upon their backs. And as everything returned to its rightful place in the auditorium, the sounds slowly died down once again until only the agitated breathing of some of the more excited students broke the silence that permeated the chamber.<br/><br/>It was then that, once again, the man with the nigh-argent gaze spoke.<br/><br/>""I welcome you, once again, to the Silver Hand Academy. Here, you will learn to fight, and you will learn to bleed. You will learn to struggle. Not all of you will be in these halls in ten years. Not all of you will be in these halls in eight, or in four. Only those among you who truly wish to be here will truly reap the benefits of your stay. Only those of you who truly dedicate yourselves to the Academy may take away knowledge from its halls."" Augustus spoke, his powerful voice once again reverberating through the whole hall, sinking into the minds of every student within reach. He made a small pause, allowing the echoes to fade, before continuing with a simple, brief sentence. ""I dare you, children, to stay."" He said sternly. After that, however, he turned his back on the students, facing the symbol at the far back of the room.<br/><br/>""We will now recite the Phantom Oath. Those among you who hail from distant lands, I ask you only for your respect and silence. Those of you who have come from the lands of Sylvalladine, repeat after me."" He stated. Then, he raised his left arm, placing his hand upon the center of his chest, his forearm drawing a straight line parallel to the ground between his hand and his elbow. And as soon as his hand had settled, every student clad in gold and every student clad in red did exactly the same, raising their left hands and placing their hands on their chests, their posture perfectly straight and perfectly still. The silence had become something powerful and solemn, and now not even faint breathing could be heard over the sublime quiet atmosphere.<br/><br/>And then the Oath broke the silence and the man clad in robes of the void led the way with his voice, a symphony soon following.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""I, the wishful warrior,<br/>Promise to become the shield of my people,<br/>To bring lasting peace to our lands,<br/>And protect them with my life;<br/>Promise to become the sword of my people,<br/>To bring swift defeat to our enemies,<br/>And banish them with my might;<br/>Promise to become the spirit of my people,<br/>To bring hope to their hearts,<br/>And inspire them with my light.<br/>By the honor and blood of those who walked before us,<br/>And the hearts and hopes of those who are yet to come,<br/>I, the wishful warrior, promise to serve the Phantom Blade.""</span><br/><br/>A truly melodious intonation drowned its own echo as it filled the air, a chant so symphonic it might well have been a song. The Phantom Oath, rumored to have been first pronounced by the Lady herself on a night with no moon as she held the shattered sword of her once lover in her hands, calling out to the endless void and enunciating not only her promise to protect and enlighten those who had vowed to follow her, but also her promise of everlasting love to the fallen warrior. Those words, spoken once so long ago by the holy maiden of moonlight hair and divine silver eyes, were now being recited by tens of thousands of souls in that pristine hall, and it was powerful, it was powerful indeed. Every aspirant, every newly crowned recruit, every blood robe pronounced the words at the same time. A single voice had made an incursion into the darkness of the room, and then a thousand more had light up the night with stars so bright they blinded the sun and gave sight to the blind and voice to the voiceless. Aressa, an aspirant who had pronounced these very same words countless times before, found herself just as enthralled by their significance as she had the very first time, and Arcander, himself foreign to the Phantom Blade, found it simply impossible to disrespect the words that were spoken in the room, such was their power. Magic in its purest state, that was what many had called the Phantom Oath before, and they were not too far from the truth.<br/><br/>After the Phantom Oath had been enunciated, Augustus took his hand off his chest and then allowed it to drop to his side, before turning back to the students. They, too, lowered their hands, but the silence prevailed still, for the ceremony was not yet over.<br/><br/>""Never forget where you have come from. Never forget where you must go."" The head of the council said with his solemn voice. ""Always seek to improve yourself. Always seek to better the world."" He stated. ""Never forget that which must not be forgotten. Always seek that which must be sought. That is your duty, as the ones chosen to walk these halls. No matter your beliefs, always remember your duty."" He looked at the students, his gaze making it seem that he was staring at every single one of them in the eyes, but not with severity. Rather, he looked at them with the utmost... serenity, and then spoke once again, for the last time. ""I leave you, children, in the care of your guides. There is no one you should trust more."" He said. ""This concludes the welcoming ceremony. You are all dismissed."" He stated at last. And then, he stepped down from the podium, and headed towards the door he had come from at the beginning of the ceremony, his inexorable step taking him there once again, leading him through the threshold and out of the auditorium.<br/><br/>The perfect order and absolute silence prevailed for some moments after the headmaster had stepped out of the auditorium. And then, all of it promptly broke down. Excited chatter and sighs of relief suddenly began filling the air as recruits filled with emotion began discussing how they felt when the sword crowned them and proud aspirants relaxed their posture, returning their tools to the pedestals and talking to the new students that had been placed under their care. Many felt quite exalted about what had just happened, not only the recruits, but the aspirants as well.<br/><br/>""Well, that's that."" Aressa said, casually tossing the seal and the sword back into their respective pedestals, which retracted into the ground bearing their contents, most likely to be stored away until they were to be used by the eldest among the blood robes the next year. There was something, though. Her voice seemed much less stern, more relaxed, her words flowing with more freedom. She turned back to the recruits, resting her left hand on her hip, and instead of the solemn, impassible expression that had been on her face during the ceremony, she now wore a slight smile. ""One day you'll all hold these ceremonial blades as well. I won't be here by then, but I'll look forward to it all the same."" She said to the recruits. Her smile then faded, replaced by curiosity as she looked in Eamonn's direction. ""Ah. MacÌomhair, you looked sick back there. Are you quite alright?"" She inquired.<br/><br/>Arcander, meanwhile, had relaxed as well, going as far as to lean against the pedestal that bore the robes, almost falling as a result when it too began retracting into the ground. Chuckling to himself, he left his position at the back of the group and advanced towards the students, shoving one of his hands into one of the pockets of his uniform, fishing for something inside. ""Congratulations to you all for being here. You'll have to work hard if you want to take the old man up on his dare. But then, if you weren't capable of that, you wouldn't be here, now would you?"" He said to the students, his characteristic smile on his face once again. His voice had lost its martial edge by now, becoming friendly once again. Finally retrieving something from his pocket, he lightly tossed it at Mehran. ""Shirazi, catch."" He warned. The object in question was a seal, much like the one used in the ceremony, with a symbol that could be imprinted on the uniform if the seal was pressed against it. However, this was different, bearing not the Phantom Blade sigil over a silver gauntlet, but rather, the symbol of a sun with sixteen rays, the emblem of the Order of Xorshid. ""They sent me this for you. It's yours if you want it."" He said, and then pointed to his own uniform, where the green flame over a crescent moon stood opposite to the symbol of the Silver Hand.<br/><br/>After that, he carried on, speaking to the other students. ""Now, listen. Technically, the ceremony's over, and you're all free to decide to head to your dorms and relax for a bit. We would be compelled to take you there in that case."" He explained. ""However, if you all want to do something interesting, there's always the Silver Games. If you choose to participate, you'll each get to participate in a duel with another first year recruit. You might end up against one another, or against a stranger, though there have suspiciously been many more cases of the former as of late."" He continued with his explanation. ""Anyway, after that, you will all participate together against another group of recruits, under the care of another pair of guides. Well, those of you who choose to participate, anyway."" He concluded.<br/><br/>""Is any of you interested, then?"" Aressa asked the recruits, gauging their reactions to the offer to participate in the games."
10408,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=50,2014-12-21T22:55:00,Wolfenium,"Heaving a sigh as he heard the applause thunder around him, Mehran was glad the ceremony was over. It had been shorter and more concise than he expected, which was always good. But trying to resist the urge to plug his ears when the other students were reciting their creed proved a bit taxing for him. He always had his father's rebellions streak.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Zarkenis Ultima <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22869291#p22869291"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Well, that's that."" Aressa said, casually tossing the seal and the sword back into their respective pedestals, which retracted into the ground bearing their contents, most likely to be stored away until they were to be used by the eldest among the blood robes the next year. There was something, though. Her voice seemed much less stern, more relaxed, her words flowing with more freedom. She turned back to the recruits, resting her left hand on her hip, and instead of the solemn, impassible expression that had been on her face during the ceremony, she now wore a slight smile. ""One day you'll all hold these ceremonial blades as well. I won't be here by then, but I'll look forward to it all the same."" She said to the recruits. Her smile then faded, replaced by curiosity as she looked in Eamonn's direction. ""Ah. MacÌomhair, you looked sick back there. Are you quite alright?"" She inquired.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Hobbling out, Eamonn gave the aspirant a great long stare when she asked of his condition. The bands in his eyes made his skin exceptionally pale, though that was not the only cause for his rather sour appearance. As his thoughts swam through his head, he grunted on instinct a flat 'no', a word heavy on self-depreciation and grimness. Turning back to his front, he began walking to the back of the crowd like a wandering spirit again, as if trying to avoid any more queries.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Zarkenis Ultima <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22869291#p22869291"">wrote</a>:</cite>Arcander, meanwhile, had relaxed as well, going as far as to lean against the pedestal that bore the robes, almost falling as a result when it too began retracting into the ground. Chuckling to himself, he left his position at the back of the group and advanced towards the students, shoving one of his hands into one of the pockets of his uniform, fishing for something inside. ""Congratulations to you all for being here. You'll have to work hard if you want to take the old man up on his dare. But then, if you weren't capable of that, you wouldn't be here, now would you?"" He said to the students, his characteristic smile on his face once again. His voice had lost its martial edge by now, becoming friendly once again. Finally retrieving something from his pocket, he lightly tossed it at Mehran. ""Shirazi, catch."" He warned. The object in question was a seal, much like the one used in the ceremony, with a symbol that could be imprinted on the uniform if the seal was pressed against it. However, this was different, bearing not the Phantom Blade sigil over a silver gauntlet, but rather, the symbol of a sun with sixteen rays, the emblem of the Order of Xorshid. ""They sent me this for you. It's yours if you want it."" He said, and then pointed to his own uniform, where the green flame over a crescent moon stood opposite to the symbol of the Silver Hand.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Hearing the call, Mehran reacted instinctively as he raised his hand to catch the seal. Raising his shades to check, a sense of glowing appreciation began to lit up in his eye. Raising the sigil in full view, he thanked in a bellicose tone, ""I appreciate it, Senior Brightshield!""<br/><br/>For some reason, seeing the sigil energized him somewhat, bearing the symbol of his treasured order for all to see. If there was anything that lightened his mood, it was being a Xorshid guardian. He fed on the pride of being the part of the foremost academic order in the known universe, and in kind built on it by dedicating himself to his job. For a moment, all that brooding over being in the center of Aradain fanatics was put in the back of his mind. He felt he was damned if he let his own personal reservations get in his way of the Xorshid creed 'to seek knowledge'.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Zarkenis Ultima <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22869291#p22869291"">wrote</a>:</cite>After that, he carried on, speaking to the other students. ""Now, listen. Technically, the ceremony's over, and you're all free to decide to head to your dorms and relax for a bit. We would be compelled to take you there in that case."" He explained. ""However, if you all want to do something interesting, there's always the Silver Games. If you choose to participate, you'll each get to participate in a duel with another first year recruit. You might end up against one another, or against a stranger, though there have suspiciously been many more cases of the former as of late."" He continued with his explanation. ""Anyway, after that, you will all participate together against another group of recruits, under the care of another pair of guides. Well, those of you who choose to participate, anyway."" He concluded.<br/><br/>""Is any of you interested, then?"" Aressa asked the recruits, gauging their reactions to the offer to participate in the games.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Oh,"" mused the lad, pulling down his shades as he dropped his arm. The lenses flashing, his heart burned with anticipation as he clutched his fist in front of him in a dramatic pose. At the mention of 'duel', he began acting like a totally different person entirely. Amplifying his voice, he cried out in an operatic show, ""a battle, is it!? Interesting. In that case, let me be the first to volunteer! Let me test the steel of any who seeks to face me-""<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">-rejected.</span>""<br/><br/>""Do not obstruct me, Niloofar,"" the young man rambled on, uttering a name on instinct when he heard the rejection, ""my heart screams for battle! I... 'Niloofar'?""<br/><br/>In an instant, all the tension and adrenaline building on his head seemed to melt away at the realization. Turning back, he quickly recognized the face of the girl standing outside the rim of the group. Dressed in the same uniform as the rest with black twintails and brown eyes, the young girl stood cross-armed, tapping her foot in disapproval. Apprehension quickly seized his nerves as he tried to force his shock down his throat. Marching briskly to face the girl, he leered close to her face in a threatening shadow as he growled beyond the earshot of the party, ""what the hell are you doing here? The committee didn't send you.""<br/><br/>Undaunted, the girl answered the fettered duelist, ""Mother sent me here. She's in the committee too, you know. She wanted me to check on you in case your autism acts up-""<br/><br/>""I don't have autism-"" hissed the agitated lad through his teeth.<br/><br/>""Maybe if you stop hyping up like a clown, I'd believe otherwise,"" the girl jabbed back in a cynical voice, ""last thing she needs is for you to get hurt.""<br/><br/>""In any case, since when did you arrive,"" grumbled Mehran, ""I didn't see you in the chariot.""<br/><br/>""It was a last minute call,"" went the raven-haired girl, ""I had to get on another one. Though you<span style=""font-style: italic"">should</span>have noticed me on the podium by now, unless those shades actually make you blind indoors,"" she concluded, stepping aside while the lad absorbed the news.<br/><br/>Facing the aspirants, the girl raised a set of papers in front of them. Handing the documents, she introduced in a straight tone, ""Niloofar Shirazi, Order of Xorshid guardian. Pardon me for the delays, but I was told by the admin to give this to you when I reach here. I specially applied for a transfer under your guidance. Pleased to make your acquaintance.""<br/><br/>It was a traumatic set back for the hotblooded young man. He appeared dead set on his mission here, and he felt that he was free to pursue his thrill for battle. Having his own sister appear to embarrass him was quite a stinging blow to his pride. It was not as if he was a child anymore, no matter how the headmaster here put it earlier. But part of him felt something else about Niloofar. For all her faults and snarkness, she was family to him. He felt an odd sense of relief being around someone he could recognize, a bit like the two Ayendor sisters he had spoken to. In any case, it was not like he had any choice but to stick with her.<br/><br/>""Bloody hell,"" he conceded in resignation, lifting his shade as he heaved a long sigh. He was going to regret this, but it was one he was content to live with as a brother."
10409,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=50,2014-12-22T00:36:00,Estva,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Zarkenis Ultima <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22869291#p22869291"">wrote</a>:</cite>The moments passed, and the golden-robed students continued performing the initiation ceremony upon the recruits, placing upon them the silvery robes that identified them and displayed their rank within the school. These aspirants who were at the moment proclaiming these new recruits as students had, too, been crowned as such before in a similar ceremony days prior, as had the newest among the blood-robes. All of them had followed the traditions of the Silver Hand Academy, the way the recruits were doing now. One by one, they were crowned as members of the Silver Hand by the ceremonial metal blades held by the steady hands of the golden-robed aspirants, seniors of the recruits before them by eight years exactly, in regards to their time at the Academy. All of them, too, had been in the position of the ones now before them, standing in line until their turn came, advancing to the aspirant at the front and being proclaimed as a student by the seal and the blade and the robe. All of them had felt themselves become part of something greater, all of them had felt that warmth in their hearts as they were accepted by those who had come before them. And now, they transmitted that feeling to the ones who stood in front of them, the ones who had come after them, for now it was them who wore the golden robes, and it was them who held the seal, and the blade, and the robe.<br/><br/>""I proclaim thee a recruit."" Aressa said in a firm tone, her voice calm and her hand steady as her blade descended upon the last student's shoulder, crowning them, too, as a member of the Silver Hand Academy, before allowing them to return to their place among their fellow recruits, all of them now officially part of the school, all of them now officially crowned students of the prestigious institution. Blades and seals were placed back upon their pedestals, though the silvery robes remained upon the shoulders of the students for them to bear, the symbol representing the Silver Hand Academy proudly stamped upon their backs. And as everything returned to its rightful place in the auditorium, the sounds slowly died down once again until only the agitated breathing of some of the more excited students broke the silence that permeated the chamber.<br/><br/>It was then that, once again, the man with the nigh-argent gaze spoke.<br/><br/>""I welcome you, once again, to the Silver Hand Academy. Here, you will learn to fight, and you will learn to bleed. You will learn to struggle. Not all of you will be in these halls in ten years. Not all of you will be in these halls in eight, or in four. Only those among you who truly wish to be here will truly reap the benefits of your stay. Only those of you who truly dedicate yourselves to the Academy may take away knowledge from its halls."" Augustus spoke, his powerful voice once again reverberating through the whole hall, sinking into the minds of every student within reach. He made a small pause, allowing the echoes to fade, before continuing with a simple, brief sentence. ""I dare you, children, to stay."" He said sternly. After that, however, he turned his back on the students, facing the symbol at the far back of the room.<br/><br/>""We will now recite the Phantom Oath. Those among you who hail from distant lands, I ask you only for your respect and silence. Those of you who have come from the lands of Sylvalladine, repeat after me."" He stated. Then, he raised his left arm, placing his hand upon the center of his chest, his forearm drawing a straight line parallel to the ground between his hand and his elbow. And as soon as his hand had settled, every student clad in gold and every student clad in red did exactly the same, raising their left hands and placing their hands on their chests, their posture perfectly straight and perfectly still. The silence had become something powerful and solemn, and now not even faint breathing could be heard over the sublime quiet atmosphere.<br/><br/>And then the Oath broke the silence and the man clad in robes of the void led the way with his voice, a symphony soon following.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""I, the wishful warrior,<br/>Promise to become the shield of my people,<br/>To bring lasting peace to our lands,<br/>And protect them with my life;<br/>Promise to become the sword of my people,<br/>To bring swift defeat to our enemies,<br/>And banish them with my might;<br/>Promise to become the spirit of my people,<br/>To bring hope to their hearts,<br/>And inspire them with my light.<br/>By the honor and blood of those who walked before us,<br/>And the hearts and hopes of those who are yet to come,<br/>I, the wishful warrior, promise to serve the Phantom Blade.""</span></div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/>Koren did not technically hail from the Sylvalladine lands, in the sense that it was not enforced state religion, but such faith was fairly common among some of the communities. He felt that abstaining from the oath, without hailing from so clearly a distant land like the Xorshid, would prove to be arrogant and stand offish. So, with the other students, he repeated the path without putting any meaning into it. Of course, he found nothing objectionable about it save the last line which he repeated without really saying the words. In the mass chorus of voices, his abstention of the last line was not noticed, and to all others he simply appeared as another faithful, or at least dutiful, student hailing from the lands wishing to serve the Phantom Blade.<br/><br/>The speaker continued the ceremony, saying things he expected to hear and that most academies tell their students.<br/><br/>Then, he said something that really struck a chord in Koren.<br/><blockquote><div><cite>Zarkenis Ultima <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22869291#p22869291"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Never forget where you have come from.""</div></blockquote><br/>This line meant more to Koren then it probably did for most people in the room. He remembered, certainly, and he would never forget where he hailed from. Yet, he couldn't decide if the remark was offensive, or simply earnest, as what followed was a simple order t better yourself, no matter your stature. He eventually concluded that the speaker meant nothing offensive, and most likely knew that there were students from less well-to-do backgrounds. Perhaps he even was talking directly to students like Koren, challenging them to stay in the academy and prove those who had been given their futures how one could make a future instead?<br/><blockquote><div><cite>Zarkenis Ultima <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22869291#p22869291"">wrote</a>:</cite>After that, he carried on, speaking to the other students. ""Now, listen. Technically, the ceremony's over, and you're all free to decide to head to your dorms and relax for a bit. We would be compelled to take you there in that case."" He explained. ""However, if you all want to do something interesting, there's always the Silver Games. If you choose to participate, you'll each get to participate in a duel with another first year recruit. You might end up against one another, or against a stranger, though there have suspiciously been many more cases of the former as of late."" He continued with his explanation. ""Anyway, after that, you will all participate together against another group of recruits, under the care of another pair of guides. Well, those of you who choose to participate, anyway."" He concluded.<br/><br/>""Is any of you interested, then?"" Aressa asked the recruits, gauging their reactions to the offer to participate in the games.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The proposition given intrigued Koren. Fighting with other students in such ""Silver Games"" would not only be fun, but if he were to be paired against a student focused on martial abilities, it could easily become a useful learning experience.<br/><br/>His thinking was cut off by Mehran's exclamation, and then shameful rejection by what appeared to be his sister. What was going on?<br/><br/>As the conversation continued, Mehran was painfully shut down, so much even Koren cringed at the remarks made by his sister.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><br/>Even only those two would be paired in a fight, that would truly be interesting.</span>he thought.<br/><br/>Shutting his mind up, he stepped forward to announce his desire to enter the Silver Games.<br/><br/>""Yes, I would like to participate. It should prove to be an....interesting experience."""
10410,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=50,2014-12-22T03:27:00,The Unites State-Of-Minds,"<blockquote><div><cite>Zarkenis Ultima <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22834955#p22834955"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-style: italic"">-Snip-</span></div></blockquote><br/><br/>The arrival of the last missing student belonging to their group was not marked by a terribly long wait, and almost immediately after was followed by their departure for the auditorium. The path they took seemed to display the wealth of the academy, particularly the translucent halls, although even they would pale in comparison to the auditorium. Despite the lack of decoration, aside from the symbol of the academy, the great room of white indicated in every sense the power and affluence of the academy.<br/><br/>He found himself feeling curious of the white material the room was crafted of. At first glance it appeared almost as though it had been hewn from a single, absurdly large, chunk of white granite; however, closer inspection brought such an appraisal into doubt despite providing no alternative hypothesis as to its origin. Regardless of his interest in taking a closer and more in depth inspection, Arogisl remained mindful of the fact they had yet to arrive at their location, and in maintaining his pace with the others was unable to devote much attention to his curiosities. In following Brightshield they weaved in and out of the crowds populating the auditorium, seemingly aimless in direction. Yet this senseless movement eventually found the intended destination, as they eventually followed Brightshield to a slight clearing in the crowds where he introduced the group to a woman as their fellow charges, presumably another aspirant they were assigned to. This one seemed closer to what Arogisl had expected, more authoritative in nature and presumably less tolerant. Brightshield gave the name of her person in calling her, Aressa, a nice name by all accounts; to which she in turn gave her full name of Aressa Alistar to her newly acquired flock of fledgling students. The name surprised him, as it was among the more famous of their civilization, which gave him enough reason to swallow his tongue in regards to inquiring as to the primary material the room had been crafted from.<br/><br/>Following her curt introduction, she voiced an allowance for inquiry while they awaited the ceremony to begin, an opportunity taken by two students before time ran out. Neither inquiry bestowed any confidence within him, as both seemed merely to instill a sense of irritation within their female aspirant, the latter question more tired exasperation then irritation whereas the former had been met with some derision. The responses by the aspirant seemed not to inspire confidence in the queriers and seemed instead to anger one. Arogisl was somewhat impressed that the one who had been derided for his question had held his tongue, as he seemed the prideful sort from the question itself and his general demeanor.<br/><br/>It was at this point that his thoughts were disrupted by the sharp call to attention, to which Brightshield responded by shifting everyone about into formation. Following the immediate gaze of the two aspirants, Arogisl noticed that a door had opened at the front of the auditorium, from which emerged an elderly man clad in a brilliant robe of black and silver. His advanced age was obvious, yet in spite of this he exuded a strong sense of poise and discipline cloaked within a general feeling of strength. The chatter which had kept the auditorium filled with an indiscernible buzz of voices ceased to be at the appearance of the wizened figure. It seemed clear that the one who commanded such respect was obviously of a significant position within the academy, and if the texts were to be believed then this was Augustus Alistar, head of the Academy Council. Reaching the podium at the center of the great room and with all attention focused upon him, he delivered a short speech extending welcome towards the new students before issuing permission for the aspirants to proceed with the formalities. At this point the formation in which they had been arranged took meaning as the order in which they were to move forward and be take part in the ceremonial inauguration to the academy.<br/><br/>When his turn came, Arogisl stepped forward and was stamped with the academy symbol upon his chest; which then was followed with the more ceremonious endowment of recruit robes. Yet, unlike the robe of grey which fell from his shoulders and faded into nothingness, his anxious thoughts remained about him. He stared forward with a blank gaze, not really taking in what was before him, trying instead to retain a general awareness of the general direction of the ceremony itself. Although, somewhere in the back of his mind he pondered over the exact relation between the two Alistair's before him. Once all recruits had experienced the endowment of their robes, there was another speech, somewhat longer then the first, which then was followed with the declamation of the Phantom Oath. He found it particularly thoughtful that before reciting it they made clear that those who were not of the best upbringing were not expected to know the words by heart. Although he had read of and studied the wording of the oath, the fact that he was not of the Sylvalladine lands left him somewhat unsure as to his exact course of action for a moment. Copying the salute of the speaker, he stood at attention for the duration of the oath, only relaxing once not only the speaker but the aspirants around him had relaxed as well.<br/><br/>And just as quickly as it had commenced, the ceremony had concluded. There was but a short speech to close the event before the speakers left just as they came, leaving the auditorium as silent as before. Almost immediately, the quiet that had gripped the auditorium broke down and returned to the indiscernible buzz of voices layered atop one another, making it once again nigh impossible to make clear what one said as close as a few meters away. The aspirants too, had greatly relaxed following the ceremony. Brightshield had returned to his less then stern disposition, and even Alistar seemed to have adopted a more casual stance. After tossing something to one of the other students, Brightshield addressed the group, informing them that they were now free to retreat to their dormitories and relax or, if they so wished it, take part in what sounded to be an introductory competition for new students. At the mention of a chance to test his own against another Arogisl stepped forward. He has spent more then enough time passively watching and now was the finally the time to take some action and enjoy himself.<br/><br/>""I must admit, it certainly sounds as though it could make for an interesting exchange. I would like to take part."""
10411,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=50,2014-12-22T16:56:00,Zarkenis Ultima,"Aressa looked back at Eamonn upon noticing him reply to her question with a long stare. She heard him grunt out 'no' with a sour mood and saw him begin heading to the back of the group. Frowning slightly, she called out to him. ""Eamonn, come back here."" She ordered, though without much force behind the command, not believing that shouting at him was going to accomplish much at the moment. ""If you are not feeling fine, then you need to tell us so that we can see what is wrong with you. The last thing we need is for one of you to get sick before classes even start."" She said calmly, but firmly. ""If there is something wrong, you can tell us. We aren't your guides for nothing, you know."" She told him, expecting him to understand the situation, before moving on to something else, noticing that a girl had arrived and was handing her a set of documents for her to review, explaining that she'd transfered to their group. Raising her eyebrows ever so slightly, Aressa reviewed the documents, flipping through them rather quickly. Everything seemed to be in order, so the red-haired aspirant nodded and passed the stack of papers to Arcander before addressing the girl.<br/><br/>""Very well then. Everything seems to be in order. Welcome to the group, Niloofar Shirazi. I presume you already know our names if you transferred specifically to be with us, so I will spare you the introductions."" She said with courtesy. ""Your brother there has a seal with the symbol of the Order of Xorshid, if you would like to bear it in your uniform during your stay with us, like Brightshield with his flame."" She added afterwards, pointing at the symbol of the green flame over the crescent moon that was present on Arcander's chest, opposite to the Silver Hand.<br/><br/>Arcander, meanwhile, had been quietly snickering at the show put on by Mehran and his sister Niloofar. His ears weren't as acute as to catch the more sensitive bits and pieces of what was being discussed, of course, but regardless of that, he was very amused to hear the comparatively smaller girl qualify the older one with words such as 'autism', 'clown' and 'blind'. He attempted to suppress his snickering upon noticing that Mehran had turned back to the group, only partially succeeding, and decided to focus on other things. The girl seemed to have asked for transferring, for some reason, most likely to keep tabs on her 'autist' brother, the senior thought as he chuckled once again. Looking over the papers Aressa handed him, he, too, saw nothing wrong with them, and so, he placed them in one of his pockets for the time being, before addressing the students once again.<br/><br/>""Alright then, that would be the elder Shirazi, Arn and Ignobilis participating."" He stated. ""Who else would like to participate in the Silver Games? You're welcome if you want to, Niloofar. Same to you, Eamonn, unless you're feeling too sick to fight."" He said to the students under his care."
10412,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=50,2014-12-22T17:17:00,The Starlight,"Ellyn had said the Phantom Oath proudly, her voice never quavering or decreasing in volume. She could scarcely believe that this had all happened. She was getting too many ideas for paintings to take, and yet now she had another one, of the sea of students, pledging, saying the Phantom Oath. She glanced at<span style=""font-style: italic"">him, </span>Aris, finely and beautifully glad in the garb of the Order. The clothes seemed to fit him perfectly, and he seemed like he should have been wearing them all himself. After the Phantom Oath, she rejoined the group and observed the events quietly, musing, studying, glancing at each of her fellow students, and of course, at<span style=""font-style: italic"">him.</span>Aris. As Arcander spoke again, she tuned in, her eyes brightening as he heard duels. It brought her back to her memories of the few tournaments she had participated in back home, before she came here. She stepped forward slightly and said, ""I would like to participate in the Silver Games. Sounds like a good opportunity to me."" She dearly hoped that Aris too would join in, it would be fun to see his abilities and to see him in action, perhaps even against herself."
10413,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=75,2014-12-22T23:52:00,Wolfenium,"<blockquote><div><cite>Zarkenis Ultima <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22884301#p22884301"">wrote</a>:</cite>-snip-</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Shifting back to face the aspirants, Eamonn seemed well adept at giving people the silent treatment. He pondered a bit at Aressa's assurances, questioning just how sincere the guides actually were. In any case, he was in no mood to express his own problems. In all honesty, he could very well imagine the kind of responses he could expect from the self-righteous knights of the Phantom Blade.<br/><br/>""Thanks. Good to know,"" Niloofar answered the aspirants in a straight tone, stepping back in front of Mehran as she seized the seal from the stony individual. Wasting no time, she pressed the seal on the empty cloth next to the Silver Hand's sigil, a faint glow forming the pattern onto her uniform before she tossed the seal back to Mehran. Raising an eyebrow, Mehran questioned in their own tongue, ""[was that wise? Your hair might change colour again-""<br/><br/>""[Don't be silly. It's not like I'm using any magic, brother,]"" Nloofar grunted in reply, ""[calm down.]"" Shifting her gaze back at the aspirants, she answered in a critical tone, ""I'll pass. I'm not interested in blood sport. I'd ask that he be taken off, but I don't think you'll agree to it since he's that adamant. Try not to get anyone killed, please.""<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Zarkenis Ultima <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22884301#p22884301"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Alright then, that would be the elder Shirazi, Arn and Ignobilis participating."" He stated. ""Who else would like to participate in the Silver Games? You're welcome if you want to, Niloofar. Same to you, Eamonn, unless you're feeling too sick to fight."" He said to the students under his care.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Pulling a long frown, Eamonn did not appreciate the kind of tone being delivered to him. To the aspirants' credit, they were taking his antagonism quite well, as expected of their jobs. However, Eamonn's lack of words seemed to be piling the misconceptions. Unless he was actually willing to open up, he seemed set on a messy confrontation.<br/><br/>""I'll go,"" stated Eamonn, his sleepless eyes glaring right into the souls of each and every one of his peers, ""I need some practice myself."""
10414,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=75,2014-12-23T03:13:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Zarkenis Ultima <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22884301#p22884301"">wrote</a>:</cite>Aressa looked back at Eamonn upon noticing him reply to her question with a long stare. She heard him grunt out 'no' with a sour mood and saw him begin heading to the back of the group. Frowning slightly, she called out to him. ""Eamonn, come back here."" She ordered, though without much force behind the command, not believing that shouting at him was going to accomplish much at the moment. ""If you are not feeling fine, then you need to tell us so that we can see what is wrong with you. The last thing we need is for one of you to get sick before classes even start."" She said calmly, but firmly. ""If there is something wrong, you can tell us. We aren't your guides for nothing, you know."" She told him, expecting him to understand the situation, before moving on to something else, noticing that a girl had arrived and was handing her a set of documents for her to review, explaining that she'd transfered to their group. Raising her eyebrows ever so slightly, Aressa reviewed the documents, flipping through them rather quickly. Everything seemed to be in order, so the red-haired aspirant nodded and passed the stack of papers to Arcander before addressing the girl.<br/><br/>""Very well then. Everything seems to be in order. Welcome to the group, Niloofar Shirazi. I presume you already know our names if you transferred specifically to be with us, so I will spare you the introductions."" She said with courtesy. ""Your brother there has a seal with the symbol of the Order of Xorshid, if you would like to bear it in your uniform during your stay with us, like Brightshield with his flame."" She added afterwards, pointing at the symbol of the green flame over the crescent moon that was present on Arcander's chest, opposite to the Silver Hand.<br/><br/>Arcander, meanwhile, had been quietly snickering at the show put on by Mehran and his sister Niloofar. His ears weren't as acute as to catch the more sensitive bits and pieces of what was being discussed, of course, but regardless of that, he was very amused to hear the comparatively smaller girl qualify the older one with words such as 'autism', 'clown' and 'blind'. He attempted to suppress his snickering upon noticing that Mehran had turned back to the group, only partially succeeding, and decided to focus on other things. The girl seemed to have asked for transferring, for some reason, most likely to keep tabs on her 'autist' brother, the senior thought as he chuckled once again. Looking over the papers Aressa handed him, he, too, saw nothing wrong with them, and so, he placed them in one of his pockets for the time being, before addressing the students once again.<br/><br/>""Alright then, that would be the elder Shirazi, Arn and Ignobilis participating."" He stated. ""Who else would like to participate in the Silver Games? You're welcome if you want to, Niloofar. Same to you, Eamonn, unless you're feeling too sick to fight."" He said to the students under his care.</div></blockquote><br/>Both Vyna and Jynna had recited in the Phantom Oath with the others, both out of reverence and force of habit. Both were more than determined to take the headmaster up on his dare. For Vyna, she had come this far, she wasn't about to let anything this place could throw at the Ayendor stop her from reaching her ambitions. For Jyn, it was more a feeling that she would enjoy it here, it was a strange feeling, but she felt this was the right path for her.<br/><br/>Vyna was intrigued by the Silver Games. She always liked testing her skills against others. ""I would very much like to participate... as would my sister, Jyn..."" She said, knowing Jyn would like something like this. She supposed it would not be dissimilar to the duels they had fought with each other earlier in their lives.<br/><br/>Jyn nodded slightly. ""Sure, why not?""<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Wolfenium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22888737#p22888737"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Zarkenis Ultima <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22884301#p22884301"">wrote</a>:</cite>-snip-</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Shifting back to face the aspirants, Eamonn seemed well adept at giving people the silent treatment. He pondered a bit at Aressa's assurances, questioning just how sincere the guides actually were. In any case, he was in no mood to express his own problems. In all honesty, he could very well imagine the kind of responses he could expect from the self-righteous knights of the Phantom Blade.<br/><br/>""Thanks. Good to know,"" Niloofar answered the aspirants in a straight tone, stepping back in front of Mehran as she seized the seal from the stony individual. Wasting no time, she pressed the seal on the empty cloth next to the Silver Hand's sigil, a faint glow forming the pattern onto her uniform before she tossed the seal back to Mehran. Raising an eyebrow, Mehran questioned in their own tongue, ""[was that wise? Your hair might change colour again-""<br/><br/>""[Don't be silly. It's not like I'm using any magic, brother,]"" Nloofar grunted in reply, ""[calm down.]"" Shifting her gaze back at the aspirants, she answered in a critical tone, ""I'll pass. I'm not interested in blood sport. I'd ask that he be taken off, but I don't think you'll agree to it since he's that adamant. Try not to get anyone killed.""</div></blockquote><br/>Jyn looked over to Nloofar and Mehran. She realised very quickly their brother and sister relationship. She was eager to meet Mehran's adopted sister, seeing as he had spoken briefly about his family. She moved over to them, a warm smile. ""Hello. Nice to meet you Nloofar."" She said in introduction. ""So... You're Mehran's sister?"""
10415,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=75,2014-12-23T03:32:00,Wolfenium,"<blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22889633#p22889633"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Zarkenis Ultima <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22884301#p22884301"">wrote</a>:</cite>Aressa looked back at Eamonn upon noticing him reply to her question with a long stare. She heard him grunt out 'no' with a sour mood and saw him begin heading to the back of the group. Frowning slightly, she called out to him. ""Eamonn, come back here."" She ordered, though without much force behind the command, not believing that shouting at him was going to accomplish much at the moment. ""If you are not feeling fine, then you need to tell us so that we can see what is wrong with you. The last thing we need is for one of you to get sick before classes even start."" She said calmly, but firmly. ""If there is something wrong, you can tell us. We aren't your guides for nothing, you know."" She told him, expecting him to understand the situation, before moving on to something else, noticing that a girl had arrived and was handing her a set of documents for her to review, explaining that she'd transfered to their group. Raising her eyebrows ever so slightly, Aressa reviewed the documents, flipping through them rather quickly. Everything seemed to be in order, so the red-haired aspirant nodded and passed the stack of papers to Arcander before addressing the girl.<br/><br/>""Very well then. Everything seems to be in order. Welcome to the group, Niloofar Shirazi. I presume you already know our names if you transferred specifically to be with us, so I will spare you the introductions."" She said with courtesy. ""Your brother there has a seal with the symbol of the Order of Xorshid, if you would like to bear it in your uniform during your stay with us, like Brightshield with his flame."" She added afterwards, pointing at the symbol of the green flame over the crescent moon that was present on Arcander's chest, opposite to the Silver Hand.<br/><br/>Arcander, meanwhile, had been quietly snickering at the show put on by Mehran and his sister Niloofar. His ears weren't as acute as to catch the more sensitive bits and pieces of what was being discussed, of course, but regardless of that, he was very amused to hear the comparatively smaller girl qualify the older one with words such as 'autism', 'clown' and 'blind'. He attempted to suppress his snickering upon noticing that Mehran had turned back to the group, only partially succeeding, and decided to focus on other things. The girl seemed to have asked for transferring, for some reason, most likely to keep tabs on her 'autist' brother, the senior thought as he chuckled once again. Looking over the papers Aressa handed him, he, too, saw nothing wrong with them, and so, he placed them in one of his pockets for the time being, before addressing the students once again.<br/><br/>""Alright then, that would be the elder Shirazi, Arn and Ignobilis participating."" He stated. ""Who else would like to participate in the Silver Games? You're welcome if you want to, Niloofar. Same to you, Eamonn, unless you're feeling too sick to fight."" He said to the students under his care.</div></blockquote><br/>Both Vyna and Jynna had recited in the Phantom Oath with the others, both out of reverence and force of habit. Both were more than determined to take the headmaster up on his dare. For Vyna, she had come this far, she wasn't about to let anything this place could throw at the Ayendor stop her from reaching her ambitions. For Jyn, it was more a feeling that she would enjoy it here, it was a strange feeling, but she felt this was the right path for her. <br/><br/>Vyna was intrigued by the Silver Games. She always liked testing her skills against others. ""I would very much like to participate... as would my sister, Jyn..."" She said, knowing Jyn would like something like this. She supposed it would not be dissimilar to the duels they had fought with each other earlier in their lives. <br/><br/>Jyn nodded slightly. ""Sure, why not?"" <br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Wolfenium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22888737#p22888737"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Shifting back to face the aspirants, Eamonn seemed well adept at giving people the silent treatment. He pondered a bit at Aressa's assurances, questioning just how sincere the guides actually were. In any case, he was in no mood to express his own problems. In all honesty, he could very well imagine the kind of responses he could expect from the self-righteous knights of the Phantom Blade.<br/><br/>""Thanks. Good to know,"" Niloofar answered the aspirants in a straight tone, stepping back in front of Mehran as she seized the seal from the stony individual. Wasting no time, she pressed the seal on the empty cloth next to the Silver Hand's sigil, a faint glow forming the pattern onto her uniform before she tossed the seal back to Mehran. Raising an eyebrow, Mehran questioned in their own tongue, ""[was that wise? Your hair might change colour again-""<br/><br/>""[Don't be silly. It's not like I'm using any magic, brother,]"" Nloofar grunted in reply, ""[calm down.]"" Shifting her gaze back at the aspirants, she answered in a critical tone, ""I'll pass. I'm not interested in blood sport. I'd ask that he be taken off, but I don't think you'll agree to it since he's that adamant. Try not to get anyone killed.""</div></blockquote><br/>Jyn looked over to Nloofar and Mehran. She realised very quickly their brother and sister relationship. She moved over to them, a warm smile. ""Hello. Nice to meet you Nloofar."" She said in introduction. ""So... You're Mehran's sister?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Hm,"" went the girl, turning back at the call with a ginger smile, ""はい, I'm his younger sister. We may not be related by blood, but he is family. I took it you've spoken with him, since you know his name. You are?""<br/><br/>Offering a hand, Niloofar appeared a more forthcoming and informal than the 'edgelord' in shades. She certainly gave an air of sincerity and friendliness that the scoffing warrior would have had trouble presenting. More importantly, she, and by extension, Mehran, did not identify with class stature as those of the Phantom Blade did. Unlike them, the Xorshids' hierarchy was based on merit, with the complete absence of nobility or feudal status in their society. There<span style=""font-style: italic"">were</span>those who had outstanding lineages which would have warranted prestige, but those were duly earned by the scholars who actively sought to live up to their ancestors' achievements rather than rest on their laurels. Greatness, by the Xorshid creed, was not inheritable, but accomplished by one's own strength."
10416,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=75,2014-12-23T03:50:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Wolfenium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22889693#p22889693"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22889633#p22889633"">wrote</a>:</cite>Both Vyna and Jynna had recited in the Phantom Oath with the others, both out of reverence and force of habit. Both were more than determined to take the headmaster up on his dare. For Vyna, she had come this far, she wasn't about to let anything this place could throw at the Ayendor stop her from reaching her ambitions. For Jyn, it was more a feeling that she would enjoy it here, it was a strange feeling, but she felt this was the right path for her. <br/><br/>Vyna was intrigued by the Silver Games. She always liked testing her skills against others. ""I would very much like to participate... as would my sister, Jyn..."" She said, knowing Jyn would like something like this. She supposed it would not be dissimilar to the duels they had fought with each other earlier in their lives. <br/><br/>Jyn nodded slightly. ""Sure, why not?"" <br/><br/><br/>Jyn looked over to Nloofar and Mehran. She realised very quickly their brother and sister relationship. She moved over to them, a warm smile. ""Hello. Nice to meet you Nloofar."" She said in introduction. ""So... You're Mehran's sister?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Hm,"" went the girl, turning back at the call with a ginger smile, ""はい, I'm his younger sister. We may not be related by blood, but he is family. I took it you've spoken with him, since you know his name. You are?""<br/><br/>Offering a hand, Niloofar appeared a more forthcoming and informal than the 'edgelord' in shades. She certainly gave an air of sincerity and friendliness that the scoffing warrior would have had trouble presenting. More importantly, she, and by extension, Mehran, did not identify with class stature as those of the Phantom Blade did. Unlike them, the Xorshids' hierarchy was based on merit, with the complete absence of nobility or feudal status in their society. There <span style=""font-style: italic"">were</span> those who had outstanding lineages which would have warranted prestige, but those were duly earned by the scholars who actively sought to live up to their ancestors' achievements rather than rest on their laurels. Greatness, by the Xorshid creed, was not inheritable, but accomplished by one's own strength.</div></blockquote><br/>""I'm Jynna, but really you can just call me Jyn."" She replied, glad to have found someone as informal as she. She never really felt comfortable with too much formality, while her other siblings seemed to adheer to it. She was almost always the odd one out in many respects, especially her hair, which wasn't the family silver. ""Yup, we spoke on the chariot over here. Though he mostly spoke with my sister, Vyna."" She indicated with a slight head gesture to the silver haired girl still in front of Arcander. Vyna turned slightly and politely waved, before turning back, noting she should go over once she had talked to Arcander.<br/><br/>""So, how was your chariot ride over here? We had an interesting... disturbance."" Jyn replied."
10417,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=75,2014-12-23T04:17:00,Wolfenium,"<blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22889763#p22889763"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Wolfenium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22889693#p22889693"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""Hm,"" went the girl, turning back at the call with a ginger smile, ""はい, I'm his younger sister. We may not be related by blood, but he is family. I took it you've spoken with him, since you know his name. You are?""<br/><br/>Offering a hand, Niloofar appeared a more forthcoming and informal than the 'edgelord' in shades. She certainly gave an air of sincerity and friendliness that the scoffing warrior would have had trouble presenting. More importantly, she, and by extension, Mehran, did not identify with class stature as those of the Phantom Blade did. Unlike them, the Xorshids' hierarchy was based on merit, with the complete absence of nobility or feudal status in their society. There <span style=""font-style: italic"">were</span> those who had outstanding lineages which would have warranted prestige, but those were duly earned by the scholars who actively sought to live up to their ancestors' achievements rather than rest on their laurels. Greatness, by the Xorshid creed, was not inheritable, but accomplished by one's own strength.</div></blockquote><br/>""I'm Jynna, but really you can just call me Jyn."" She replied, glad to have found someone as informal as she. She never really felt comfortable with too much formality, while her other siblings seemed to adheer to it. She was almost always the odd one out in many respects, especially her hair, which wasn't the family silver. ""Yup, we spoke on the chariot over here. Though he mostly spoke with my sister, Vyna."" She indicated with a slight head gesture to the silver haired girl still in front of Arcander. Vyna turned slightly and politely waved, before turning back, noting she should go over once she had talked to Arcander. <br/><br/>""So, how was your chariot ride over here? We had an interesting... disturbance."" Jyn replied.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Ah, I see,"" Niloofar went, ""I'll call you Jyn then, since you don't mind. I'm not that fond of formality. I feel stiff not speaking my mind. Besides which, if you find my name a bit hard to pronouce, you can always call me Ren, short for Suiren. It's hard to abbreviate a name like Niloofar, and Suiren was my old name, basically the same meaning as my current one.""<br/><br/>Feeling a bit ill at ease, Niloofar was not sure how to answer the disturbance. Glancing between the floor and Jyn's eyes, she admitted, ""a bad omen, if you ask me. Things like these do not happen without cause. But I don't think it's within our capacity to investigate as of yet. I'm sure the authorities can handle it once we report them, if no one else had."""
10418,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=75,2014-12-23T04:39:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Wolfenium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22889923#p22889923"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22889763#p22889763"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I'm Jynna, but really you can just call me Jyn."" She replied, glad to have found someone as informal as she. She never really felt comfortable with too much formality, while her other siblings seemed to adheer to it. She was almost always the odd one out in many respects, especially her hair, which wasn't the family silver. ""Yup, we spoke on the chariot over here. Though he mostly spoke with my sister, Vyna."" She indicated with a slight head gesture to the silver haired girl still in front of Arcander. Vyna turned slightly and politely waved, before turning back, noting she should go over once she had talked to Arcander. <br/><br/>""So, how was your chariot ride over here? We had an interesting... disturbance."" Jyn replied.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Ah, I see,"" Niloofar went, ""I'll call you Jyn then, since you don't mind. I'm not that fond of formality. I feel stiff not speaking my mind. Besides which, if you find my name a bit hard to pronouce, you can always call me Ren, short for Suiren. It's hard to abbreviate a name like Niloofar, and Suiren was my old name, basically the same meaning as my current one.""<br/><br/>Feeling a bit ill at ease, Niloofar was not sure how to answer the disturbance. Glancing between the floor and Jyn's eyes, she admitted, ""a bad omen, if you ask me. Things like these do not happen without cause. But I don't think it's within our capacity to investigate as of yet. I'm sure the authorities can handle it once we report them, if no one else had.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Ren... Sounds good."" She replied, nodding and smiling wider. She liked giving people nicknames or shortening their names, Jyn tended to find it helped bridge social gaps, especially the ones created by her social class. She then saw Niloofar's (or Ren, as she would call her) discomfort, and her own face fell only slightly. ""Omens are things best heeded, but fate is unchanging. It is not in our hands to change things that are to come, so I would not loose any sleep over it if I were you. Besides, we're skilled fighters, that much has been proven by the fact that we are here, we should be able to handle most things."" She replied, then shrugged. That was a bit cocky of her. ""Though, that's merely my view.""<br/><br/>She decided to change the subject, ""You seemed quite opposed to the Silver Games. Why is that?' She asked curiously, hoping she wasn't prodding too far. ""Sorry if it seems I'm interrogating you, I'm really just curious by nature."""
10419,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=75,2014-12-23T05:57:00,Wolfenium,"<blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22890069#p22890069"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Wolfenium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22889923#p22889923"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""Ah, I see,"" Niloofar went, ""I'll call you Jyn then, since you don't mind. I'm not that fond of formality. I feel stiff not speaking my mind. Besides which, if you find my name a bit hard to pronouce, you can always call me Ren, short for Suiren. It's hard to abbreviate a name like Niloofar, and Suiren was my old name, basically the same meaning as my current one.""<br/><br/>Feeling a bit ill at ease, Niloofar was not sure how to answer the disturbance. Glancing between the floor and Jyn's eyes, she admitted, ""a bad omen, if you ask me. Things like these do not happen without cause. But I don't think it's within our capacity to investigate as of yet. I'm sure the authorities can handle it once we report them, if no one else had.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Ren... Sounds good."" She replied, nodding and smiling wider. She liked giving people nicknames or shortening their names, Jyn tended to find it helped bridge social gaps, especially the ones created by her social class. She then saw Niloofar's (or Ren, as she would call her) discomfort, and her own face fell only slightly. ""Omens are things best heeded, but fate is unchanging. It is not in our hands to change things that are to come, so I would not loose any sleep over it if I were you. Besides, we're skilled fighters, that much has been proven by the fact that we are here, we should be able to handle most things."" She replied, then shrugged. That was a bit cocky of her. ""Though, that's merely my view."" <br/><br/>She decided to change the subject, ""You seemed quite opposed to the Silver Games. Why is that?' She asked curiously, hoping she wasn't prodding too far. ""Sorry if it seems I'm interrogating you, I'm really just curious by nature.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""I don't think fate is set in stone until the present become past,"" Niloofar informed Jyn, ""but like you said, no point worrying over things beyond our reach. It does pay to be careful, though. We're only human, and hell if I know what will happen.""<br/><br/>Rubbing her shoulders at the next query, Niloofar answered in discomfort, ""it's ok. It's not like you're asking me anything private. I just think that duels are a waste of energy. It plays on the egos of fighters and encourages violence. I'm fine with sparring, since it's practice, but fighting as an means of entertainment isn't something I approve of. I guess it's just me."""
10420,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=75,2014-12-23T11:41:00,Escalan Corps-Star Island,"<span style=""margin-left: 20px;""></span><span style=""font-style: italic"">You will learn to fight and you will learn to bleed.</span>Kiri liked the sound of the former, and figured she could avoid at least some of the latter if her terrible luck didn't interfere. As for being dared to stay– well, as far as she was concerned, one didn't travel all the way to the Academy to about-face, tuck tail, and skedaddle. If nothing else, her parents had allowed her to come in the first place, so she ought at least take advantage of that. She studied Augustus more closely as he finished. He appeared stern though not unkind, features partially hidden by his brow and the light, and exuded an air of being someone to trust and respect. With her typical impulsivity, Kiri decided she liked him and his Academy as well.<br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 20px;""></span><span style=""font-style: italic"">Those who come from the lands of Sylvalladine, repeat after me.</span>Although Kiri had lived all her life in a Cathedral of the Phantom Blade, she hadn't heard the Oath all that frequently. Obviously, part of this was because of her family's origins, with another Order and another Cathedral, with the legacy of Kolémeyn. But at the sound of the words of the Oath resonating through the space, Kiri remembered it and joined the chorus of students, reciting the words that would come to define the next few years of their lives.<br/><br/>""I, the wishful warrior,<br/>Promise to become the shield of my people,<br/>To bring lasting peace to our lands,<br/>And protect them with my life;<br/>Promise to become the sword of my people,<br/>To bring swift defeat to our enemies,<br/>And banish them with my might;<br/>Promise to become the spirit of my people,<br/>To bring hope to their hearts,<br/>And inspire them with my light.<br/>By the honor and blood of those who walked before us,<br/>And the hearts and hopes of those who are yet to come,<br/>I, the wishful warrior, promise to serve the Phantom Blade.""<br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 20px;""></span>The silence that followed in the wake of the room left the room feeling eerily empty, as if some great force had passed through their midst in a rush of soundless wind, then left them to wonder at the stillness. Kiri lowered her hand from her breast and stood solemnly as she listened to Augustus conclude the ceremony. His closing plea, that she not forget whence she had come and that she remember where she must travel, resonated with her as well. She turned her head after he had passed from the room feeling strangely lightheaded. She was relieved too; with the ritual welcome finished, everyone seemed more relaxed and generally open, which was always good. She watched as Arcander tossed Mehran a seal with the Xorshid emblem impressed upon it, and smiled.<span style=""font-style: italic"">I guess there's something to be said for showing your differences up front. That way people might know what to expect a little better.</span>She resolved to think about pestering her father for a Teeth of Winter emblem to frighten her friends.<br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 20px;""></span>Paying attention to Aressa once more, who was offering the group a chance to participate in a contest of minds and weapons. Kiri was immediately captivated by this idea; she'd come to this school to train these skills, and she figured it was better to start as soon as possible. ""Miss,"" she suddenly called to Aressa, ""where are these Silver Games? Also, is there any chance I could go to my dormitory beforehand to drop off all my extra stuff? I feel like a bit more information about the setting for these duels could be nice as well.""<br/>She stopped suddenly, a bit embarrassed by asking Aressa so many questions without giving her a chance to breathe. She tried to hide her discomfort by playing with her hair, tucking it behind her ears. He hand dropped to the bag at her feet, from whence she drew a light, simple energy-sword, without ornamentation save for a crimson button on the hilt. Kiri began to make broad strokes without engaging the blade, dancing and spinning in circles like a girl while she awaited an answer.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Original English and Spanish Version""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""margin-left: 20px;""></span><span style=""font-style: italic"">You will learn to fight and you will learn to bleed.</span> Kiri liked the sound of the former, and figured she could avoid at least some of the latter if her terrible luck didn't interfere. As for being dared to stay– well, as far as she was concerned, one didn't travel all the way to the Academy to about-face, tuck tail, and skedaddle. If nothing else, her parents had allowed her to come in the first place, so she ought at least take advantage of that. She studied Augustus more closely as he finished. He appeared stern though not unkind, features partially hidden by his brow and the light, and exuded an air of being someone to trust and respect. With her typical impulsivity, Kiri decided she liked him and his Academy as well.<br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 20px;""></span><span style=""font-style: italic"">Los que han venido de los terrenos de Sylvalladine, repitan después de mí.</span> Aunque Kiri había crecido toda su vida en un Catedral de la Orden de la Espada Fantasmal, no oyó esta juramento frecuentemente. Obviamente, una parte de esto viene de las orígenes de su familia, con otra orden y otra catedral, con el legado de Kolémeyn. Pero al sonido de las palabras del juramento resonando por el espacio, Kiri lo recordó también y se unió con el coro de estudiantes, recitando las frases que definirán los próximos años de sus vidas:<br/><br/>""I, the wishful warrior,<br/>Promise to become the shield of my people,<br/>To bring lasting peace to our lands,<br/>And protect them with my life;<br/>Promise to become the sword of my people,<br/>To bring swift defeat to our enemies,<br/>And banish them with my might;<br/>Promise to become the spirit of my people,<br/>To bring hope to their hearts,<br/>And inspire them with my light.<br/>By the honor and blood of those who walked before us,<br/>And the hearts and hopes of those who are yet to come,<br/>I, the wishful warrior, promise to serve the Phantom Blade.""<br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 20px;""></span>The silence that followed in the wake of the room left the room feeling eerily empty, as if some great force had passed through their midst in a rush of soundless wind, then left them to wonder at the stillness. Kiri lowered her hand from her breast and stood solemnly as she listened to Augustus conclude the ceremony. His closing plea, that she not forget whence she had come and that she remember where she must travel, resonated with her as well. She turned her head after he had passed from the room feeling strangely lightheaded. She was relieved too; with the ritual welcome finished, everyone seemed more relaxed and generally open, which was always good. She watched as Arcander tossed Mehran a seal with the Xorshid emblem impressed upon it, and smiled. <span style=""font-style: italic"">I guess there's something to be said for showing your differences up front. That way people might know what to expect a little better.</span> She resolved to think about pestering her father for a Teeth of Winter emblem to frighten her friends.<br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 20px;""></span>Prestó atención otra vez a Aressa, quien les ofreció a los compañeros la oportunidad de participar en alguna competencia de mentes y armas. Kiri fue cautivado instantaneamente por ese concepto; decidió asistir al colegio aquí para entrenerse de esta manera, y pensaba que debe empezar pronto. ""Señorita,"" le gritó de repente a Aressa, ""¿dónde estarán estas Juegos de Plata? ¿Y también hay posibilidad de ir a mi dormitorio antes de que participamos para dejar el equipaje que no será imprescindible? Pienso que un poco más información sobre el contexto de estas luchas sea deseable también."" Dejó de hablar inesperadamente, un poco avergonzada por preguntar a Aressa tanta sin darle espacio para respirar. Trató a esconder sus sentimientos incómodos por jugando con su pelo, poniéndola detrás de sus orejas. Su mano se movió a la bolsilla que estaba a sus pies, y sacó una espada de energía lígera y sencilla, sin ornamentación excluyendo una botón carmesí en la empuñadura. Kiri empezó a hacer oscilaciones grandes sin encender la energía, bailando y hacer vueltas como niña mientras esperaba una respuesta.</div></div></div>"
10421,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=75,2014-12-23T17:40:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Wolfenium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22890569#p22890569"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22890069#p22890069"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Ren... Sounds good."" She replied, nodding and smiling wider. She liked giving people nicknames or shortening their names, Jyn tended to find it helped bridge social gaps, especially the ones created by her social class. She then saw Niloofar's (or Ren, as she would call her) discomfort, and her own face fell only slightly. ""Omens are things best heeded, but fate is unchanging. It is not in our hands to change things that are to come, so I would not loose any sleep over it if I were you. Besides, we're skilled fighters, that much has been proven by the fact that we are here, we should be able to handle most things."" She replied, then shrugged. That was a bit cocky of her. ""Though, that's merely my view."" <br/><br/>She decided to change the subject, ""You seemed quite opposed to the Silver Games. Why is that?' She asked curiously, hoping she wasn't prodding too far. ""Sorry if it seems I'm interrogating you, I'm really just curious by nature.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""I don't think fate is set in stone until the present become past,"" Niloofar informed Jyn, ""but like you said, no point worrying over things beyond our reach. It does pay to be careful, though. We're only human, and hell if I know what will happen.""<br/><br/>Rubbing her shoulders at the next query, Niloofar answered in discomfort, ""it's ok. It's not like you're asking me anything private. I just think that duels are a waste of energy. It plays on the egos of fighters and encourages violence. I'm fine with sparring, since it's practice, but fighting as an means of entertainment isn't something I approve of. I guess it's just me.""</div></blockquote><br/>Jyn shrugged. ""I'd agree with you if they were duels to the death. But they seem to be nonlethal, so for me this an opertunity."" She replied. ""For me, dueling is a good way to get to know people better. You can learn a lot about a person through their combat, and friendly duels are a good way to do that. It tends to help break down social barriers too. In fact, for a while it was a good way for me and my siblings to meet people outside our family."" Then she frowned slightly. ""Though you are right, it does play on fighters egos. Also people can get more than a little too competitive about these things...""<br/><br/>""However, as long as no one gets hurt, I don't really have any problems with it."" She continued, shrugging her broad shoulders again. ""Speaking of entertainment, what do you and Mehran do for fun?"""
10422,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=75,2014-12-23T17:42:00,Zarkenis Ultima,"Arcander glanced in Ellyn's direction as she stepped forward, stating that she wanted to participate in the Silver Games. He smiled slightly and nodded at her, pleased that so many of their recruits seemed to be willing to participate. He was certainly looking forward to seeing them in action, not because he was looking for entertainment, but because it was a good opportunity to see the abilities, strengths and weaknesses of the recruits first-hand, something that he and Aressa agreed on. Knowing the strong and weak points of their recruits was certainly one of the duties of the guides, after all.<br/><br/>""Alright, we have one Ellyn Tarembor on board as well, then."" The white-haired guide said after hearing out Ellyn, wearing his usual smile. ""I guess the games will be an interesting thing to watch this year."" He commented, as if to encourage those who had already expressed their intention to participate.<br/><br/>Not long after, Eamonn expressed his desire to take part in the Silver Games as well. Nodding at him, Arcander spoke. ""Good. I guess you're not very sick, then, if you're still fit enough to fight."" He said, turning to the elder Ayendor afterwards, nodding at her as well. ""The two sisters are coming too. Alright then, two Ayendors on board as well."" He confirmed, smiling at Vyna before turning his attention to the others, to see if anyone else was going to participate.<br/><br/>Aressa, meanwhile, sighed slightly as she observed Eamonn simply ignore her and walk away. He really didn't seem to understand that she was not his enemy, it seemed, but no matter, he would have to come to understand such a thing later if he wanted to be able to count on the support of his guides, and if he did not, then that was his loss. The red-haired aspirant in the golden robe was perfectly willing to assist any of her recruits, but she was not going to go out of her way to make them understand this or force them to tell her their problems.<br/><br/>As her thoughts continued drifting in that direction, she suddenly heard Niloofar speak, asking them not to let anyone get killed during the games. At this, the aspirant couldn't avoid chuckling a little. ""Oh, of course, we will not allow anyone to receive fatal injuries during the Silver Games. There are many measures in place to prevent such a thing from happening, not to mention that we, the aspirants, will be watching, along with the Academy's menders, in case something does go wrong."" She clarified. ""Speaking of which, those of you who have brought their own weapons, call them forth and hand them over. We have to adjust them before you can fight with them. Those of you that don't, fret not, we have to stop by the armory first in either case, so we can pick up weapons for you on the way."" She informed everyone, expecting them to begin relinquishing their weapons.<br/><br/>However, before that, she noticed Kiri approaching her and addressing her, making quite a lot of questions in a short span of time. The red-haired woman had to pause and collect her thoughts before answering the recruit's inquiries. ""The Silver Games will be held simultaneously in several of the stadiums we have in the Academy, first on smaller ones during the duel phase, and then on larger ones to accomodate the greater ammount of students during the team phase."" She explained.<br/><br/>""The stadiums have an elevated area for observers and a depressed flat area where the battles will take place. This is so that the spectators won't be endangered if one of you gets tossed around too harshly."" Arcander continued from where Aressa left off, his smile taking on a slightly mischievous look.<br/><br/>""Arc, show a little more faith in our charges."" Aressa chided him, shaking her head, to which Arcander merely chuckled.<br/><br/>""I was kidding, Ari. Anyway, you will fight in a closed off flat area, as I said, so it will be mostly a battle of skills. During the second phase, however, there will be irregular terrain and obstacles set up to make things more interesting, not to mention special rules- OW!"" The white-haired aspirant explained, finishing just in time to receive a karate chop to the head. Clutching the assaulted area, he turned around to see Aressa glaring harshly at him.<br/><br/>""As for your luggage..."" She said, turning back to Kiri. ""The dorms are relatively close to the armory, so we can stop by so you can drop off your stuff before the Silver Games begin. We should have enough time."" She nodded. ""Does anyone else wish to participate? Spectating without participating is also allowed. You may want to keep an eye on your brother that way, Niloofar."""
10423,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=75,2014-12-23T23:26:00,Wolfenium,"<blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22896657#p22896657"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Wolfenium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22890569#p22890569"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""I don't think fate is set in stone until the present become past,"" Niloofar informed Jyn, ""but like you said, no point worrying over things beyond our reach. It does pay to be careful, though. We're only human, and hell if I know what will happen.""<br/><br/>Rubbing her shoulders at the next query, Niloofar answered in discomfort, ""it's ok. It's not like you're asking me anything private. I just think that duels are a waste of energy. It plays on the egos of fighters and encourages violence. I'm fine with sparring, since it's practice, but fighting as an means of entertainment isn't something I approve of. I guess it's just me.""</div></blockquote><br/>Jyn shrugged. ""I'd agree with you if they were duels to the death. But they seem to be nonlethal, so for me this an opportunity."" She replied. ""For me, dueling is a good way to get to know people better. You can learn a lot about a person through their combat, and friendly duels are a good way to do that. It tends to help break down social barriers too. In fact, for a while it was a good way for me and my siblings to meet people outside our family."" Then she frowned slightly. ""Though you are right, it does play on fighters egos. Also people can get more than a little too competitive about these things..."" <br/><br/>""However, as long as no one gets hurt, I don't really have any problems with it."" She continued, shrugging her broad shoulders again. ""Speaking of entertainment, what do you and Mehran do for fun?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""I personally don't buy the 'friendship through fists' routine, but to each his own,"" Niloofar replied, dropping her arm as she felt a bit more easy, ""as for fun, not much, I suppose. Mehran never really shows any enthusiasm beyond battle. I tend to worry that he might become a blood knight like the old Ayça, but I might just bee too paranoid. Me?... It's hard to say. I don't really have any hobbies beyond martial arts training, so I can't really say what I find 'fun'. I don't suppose you could recommend any?"""
10424,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=75,2014-12-24T05:13:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Wolfenium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22899873#p22899873"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22896657#p22896657"">wrote</a>:</cite>Jyn shrugged. ""I'd agree with you if they were duels to the death. But they seem to be nonlethal, so for me this an opportunity."" She replied. ""For me, dueling is a good way to get to know people better. You can learn a lot about a person through their combat, and friendly duels are a good way to do that. It tends to help break down social barriers too. In fact, for a while it was a good way for me and my siblings to meet people outside our family."" Then she frowned slightly. ""Though you are right, it does play on fighters egos. Also people can get more than a little too competitive about these things..."" <br/><br/>""However, as long as no one gets hurt, I don't really have any problems with it."" She continued, shrugging her broad shoulders again. ""Speaking of entertainment, what do you and Mehran do for fun?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""I personally don't buy the 'friendship through fists' routine, but to each his own,"" Niloofar replied, dropping her arm as she felt a bit more easy, ""as for fun, not much, I suppose. Mehran never really shows any enthusiasm beyond battle. I tend to worry that he might become a blood knight like the old Ayça, but I might just bee too paranoid. Me?... It's hard to say. I don't really have any hobbies beyond martial arts training, so I can't really say what I find 'fun'. I don't suppose you could recommend any?""</div></blockquote><br/>""it's not a routine... It's the truth."" Jyn said, actually hurt a little that she would think that she was lying about that, though she seemed to get over it. She smiled again. ""You want me to recommend a hobby? Well..."" She thought for a second, bringing a hand to her chin in thought. ""I personally do a lot of wood-crafting and metal-work, but you might find those a little dull... Some people find Art a fun hobby, and I know my sister enjoys music..."" She replied. ""Well, it honestly depends... do you like anything outside of martial arts and combat?"""
10425,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=75,2014-12-24T20:45:00,Wolfenium,"<blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22901176#p22901176"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Wolfenium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22899873#p22899873"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""I personally don't buy the 'friendship through fists' routine, but to each his own,"" Niloofar replied, dropping her arm as she felt a bit more easy, ""as for fun, not much, I suppose. Mehran never really shows any enthusiasm beyond battle. I tend to worry that he might become a blood knight like the old Ayça, but I might just bee too paranoid. Me?... It's hard to say. I don't really have any hobbies beyond martial arts training, so I can't really say what I find 'fun'. I don't suppose you could recommend any?""</div></blockquote><br/>""it's not a routine... It's the truth."" Jyn said, actually hurt a little that she would think that she was lying about that, though she seemed to get over it. She smiled again. ""You want me to recommend a hobby? Well..."" She thought for a second, bringing a hand to her chin in thought. ""I personally do a lot of wood-crafting and metal-work, but you might find those a little dull... Some people find Art a fun hobby, and I know my sister enjoys music..."" She replied. ""Well, it honestly depends... do you like anything outside of martial arts and combat?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""I'm not sure,"" Niloofar stated, ""I studied metallurgy back in Mervarid, so I think I'm quite interested in it. Other than that, I guess I haven't really tried looking.""<br/><br/>Something about her spoke of an aversion to combat in general. Her eyes drifting away as Jyn refuted her claim, she appeared discomforted by the notion in general. On the surface, it was not much of a problem, a reaction expected of pacifists. But there appeared a sense that Niloofar was critical of violence for a more personal reason, a reason she was not keen of sharing at the moment."
10426,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=75,2014-12-24T21:23:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Wolfenium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22908150#p22908150"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22901176#p22901176"">wrote</a>:</cite>""it's not a routine... It's the truth."" Jyn said, actually hurt a little that she would think that she was lying about that, though she seemed to get over it. She smiled again. ""You want me to recommend a hobby? Well..."" She thought for a second, bringing a hand to her chin in thought. ""I personally do a lot of wood-crafting and metal-work, but you might find those a little dull... Some people find Art a fun hobby, and I know my sister enjoys music..."" She replied. ""Well, it honestly depends... do you like anything outside of martial arts and combat?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""I'm not sure,"" Niloofar stated, ""I studied metallurgy back in Mervarid, so I think I'm quite interested in it. Other than that, I guess I haven't really tried looking.""<br/><br/>Something about her spoke of an aversion to combat in general. Her eyes drifting away as Jyn refuted her claim, she appeared discomforted by the notion in general. On the surface, it was not much of a problem, a reaction expected of pacifists. But there appeared a sense that Niloofar was critical of violence for a more personal reason, a reason she was not keen of sharing at the moment.</div></blockquote><br/>Jyn somewhat sensed this. Deciding not to press the issue any further. In fact she felt a little guilty for making the other girl uncomfortable. She nodded. ""Well, you should try and find something. In fact, I'd be glad to help you."" She replied, smiling again, hoping to rob Ren of her discomfort. ""Metallurgy... I think we might be able to find a workshop, or something. Well, depending on whether we can have a break from our studies."""
10427,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=75,2014-12-24T21:41:00,Wolfenium,"<blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22908429#p22908429"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Wolfenium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22908150#p22908150"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""I'm not sure,"" Niloofar stated, ""I studied metallurgy back in Mervarid, so I think I'm quite interested in it. Other than that, I guess I haven't really tried looking.""<br/><br/>Something about her spoke of an aversion to combat in general. Her eyes drifting away as Jyn refuted her claim, she appeared discomforted by the notion in general. On the surface, it was not much of a problem, a reaction expected of pacifists. But there appeared a sense that Niloofar was critical of violence for a more personal reason, a reason she was not keen of sharing at the moment.</div></blockquote><br/>Jyn somewhat sensed this. Deciding not to press the issue any further. In fact she felt a little guilty for making the other girl uncomfortable. She nodded. ""Well, you should try and find something. In fact, I'd be glad to help you."" She replied, smiling again, hoping to rob Ren of her discomfort. ""Metallurgy... I think we might be able to find a workshop, or something. Well, depending on whether we can have a break from our studies.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Zarkenis Ultima <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22896675#p22896675"">wrote</a>:</cite>""As for your luggage..."" She said, turning back to Kiri. ""The dorms are relatively close to the armory, so we can stop by so you can drop off your stuff before the Silver Games begin. We should have enough time."" She nodded. ""Does anyone else wish to participate? Spectating without participating is also allowed. You may want to keep an eye on your brother that way, Niloofar.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Wouldn't hurt to ask,"" replied the Xorshid girl, smiling again. Stepping over to the aspirants, Niloofar answered the Aressa, ""I thought it was a given that we'll be allowed to participate. Nice to know, nonetheless. Besides which, do you have a workshop here in the Silver Hand? What facilities are we allowed to access here?"""
10428,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=75,2014-12-25T00:22:00,The Unites State-Of-Minds,"<blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22908429#p22908429"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Wolfenium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22908150#p22908150"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""I'm not sure,"" Niloofar stated, ""I studied metallurgy back in Mervarid, so I think I'm quite interested in it. Other than that, I guess I haven't really tried looking.""<br/><br/>Something about her spoke of an aversion to combat in general. Her eyes drifting away as Jyn refuted her claim, she appeared discomforted by the notion in general. On the surface, it was not much of a problem, a reaction expected of pacifists. But there appeared a sense that Niloofar was critical of violence for a more personal reason, a reason she was not keen of sharing at the moment.</div></blockquote><br/>Jyn somewhat sensed this. Deciding not to press the issue any further. In fact she felt a little guilty for making the other girl uncomfortable. She nodded. ""Well, you should try and find something. In fact, I'd be glad to help you."" She replied, smiling again, hoping to rob Ren of her discomfort. ""Metallurgy... I think we might be able to find a workshop, or something. Well, depending on whether we can have a break from our studies.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Arogisl's ears perked at the mention of metallurgy. He hadn't anything to do until their keepers deemed the time appropriate to move to the location of the so called Silver Games, and had returned to observing his companions in the meantime. Two female students had been chatting off to the side of the group without him paying much mind until one brought up the study of metals. Looking at the two, there seemed to be some tension, most likely from a previous area of conversation when he wasn't paying attention. Before he could decide whether or not to involve himself within the discussion, the darker haired girl left the other and began speaking with one of the aspirants, leaving the fair haired one on her own. There was never a better chance to join in then after one left, so Arogisl took the opportunity and stepped up.<br/><br/>""Hello... Ah...Pardon my interjection, but am I correct in hearing some discussion of metallurgical study? I have some interest in the field as well as experience."""
10429,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=75,2014-12-25T01:04:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Unites State-Of-Minds <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22909680#p22909680"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22908429#p22908429"">wrote</a>:</cite>Jyn somewhat sensed this. Deciding not to press the issue any further. In fact she felt a little guilty for making the other girl uncomfortable. She nodded. ""Well, you should try and find something. In fact, I'd be glad to help you."" She replied, smiling again, hoping to rob Ren of her discomfort. ""Metallurgy... I think we might be able to find a workshop, or something. Well, depending on whether we can have a break from our studies.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Arogisl's ears perked at the mention of metallurgy. He hadn't anything to do until their keepers deemed the time appropriate to move to the location of the so called Silver Games, and had returned to observing his companions in the meantime. Two female students had been chatting off to the side of the group without him paying much mind until one brought up the study of metals. Looking at the two, there seemed to be some tension, most likely from a previous area of conversation when he wasn't paying attention. Before he could decide whether or not to involve himself within the discussion, the darker haired girl left the other and began speaking with one of the aspirants, leaving the fair haired one on her own. There was never a better chance to join in then after one left, so Arogisl took the opportunity and stepped up.<br/><br/>""Hello... Ah...Pardon my interjection, but am I correct in hearing some discussion of metallurgical study? I have some interest in the field as well as experience.""</div></blockquote><br/>Jyn was about to follow Ren when Arogisl seemed to come over. ""Oh, hello."" Jyn replied, with a smile. She didn't know this newcomers name, not having talked to him on the chariot, However now she was eager to learn more about him, after all she had to know more about her teammates. ""Indeed, we were just talking about that. Ren, the person I was talking to, just went over to Arc to see if there is a workshop nearby. I spent some time learning about metallurgy too. Though, I'm hardly an expert..."" She replied. ""Oh, we haven't been introduced. So sorry. I'm Jynna, or Jyn if you prefer.""<br/><br/>Vyna meanwhile had nodded to Arc. A soft smile on her face. She then moved over to Jyn, but noticed she was talking to someone else. She stayed silent for now, but was ready to interject soon."
10430,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=75,2014-12-25T01:21:00,The Unites State-Of-Minds,"<blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22909806#p22909806"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Unites State-Of-Minds <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22909680#p22909680"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Arogisl's ears perked at the mention of metallurgy. He hadn't anything to do until their keepers deemed the time appropriate to move to the location of the so called Silver Games, and had returned to observing his companions in the meantime. Two female students had been chatting off to the side of the group without him paying much mind until one brought up the study of metals. Looking at the two, there seemed to be some tension, most likely from a previous area of conversation when he wasn't paying attention. Before he could decide whether or not to involve himself within the discussion, the darker haired girl left the other and began speaking with one of the aspirants, leaving the fair haired one on her own. There was never a better chance to join in then after one left, so Arogisl took the opportunity and stepped up.<br/><br/>""Hello... Ah...Pardon my interjection, but am I correct in hearing some discussion of metallurgical study? I have some interest in the field as well as experience.""</div></blockquote><br/>Jyn was about to follow Ren when Arogisl seemed to come over. ""Oh, hello."" Jyn replied, with a smile. She didn't know this newcomers name, not having talked to him on the chariot, However now she was eager to learn more about him, after all she had to know more about her teammates. ""Indeed, we were just talking about that. Ren, the person I was talking to, just went over to Arc to see if there is a workshop nearby. I spent some time learning about metallurgy too. Though, I'm hardly an expert..."" She replied. ""Oh, we haven't been introduced. So sorry. I'm Jynna, or Jyn if you prefer."" <br/><br/>Vyna meanwhile had nodded to Arc. A soft smile on her face. She then moved over to Jyn, but noticed she was talking to someone else. She stayed silent for now, but was ready to interject soon.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Arogisl couldn't help but to return her smile with his own, as she had pointed out a grievous error of his etiquette made in haste. Not in any accusatory manner, or of any indication that she acknowledged any transgression. He already found himself enjoying her presence.<br/><br/>""You are most correct, where are my manners. I go by Arogisl, and you may call me by whatever is your preference. Although I would hardly expect any of us to be experts, as we are still little more then infants. Less then two decades do many of us have to our names when our elders may measure their lifespans in centuries. We are but dabblers as of yet, yet it is in a place such as this that we might learn from true masters and show our worth. It is both terrifying and exciting beyond words.""<br/><br/>Arogisl's smile grew somewhat sheepish as he paused before continuing. ""And I suppose my nervousness is all too clear with how readily I allow my words to run away from me. It is a pleasure to make your acquaintance, Jynna."""
10431,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=75,2014-12-25T01:46:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Unites State-Of-Minds <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22909851#p22909851"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22909806#p22909806"">wrote</a>:</cite>Jyn was about to follow Ren when Arogisl seemed to come over. ""Oh, hello."" Jyn replied, with a smile. She didn't know this newcomers name, not having talked to him on the chariot, However now she was eager to learn more about him, after all she had to know more about her teammates. ""Indeed, we were just talking about that. Ren, the person I was talking to, just went over to Arc to see if there is a workshop nearby. I spent some time learning about metallurgy too. Though, I'm hardly an expert..."" She replied. ""Oh, we haven't been introduced. So sorry. I'm Jynna, or Jyn if you prefer."" <br/><br/>Vyna meanwhile had nodded to Arc. A soft smile on her face. She then moved over to Jyn, but noticed she was talking to someone else. She stayed silent for now, but was ready to interject soon.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Arogisl couldn't help but to return her smile with his own, as she had pointed out a grievous error of his etiquette made in haste. Not in any accusatory manner, or of any indication that she acknowledged any transgression. He already found himself enjoying her presence. <br/><br/>""You are most correct, where are my manners. I go by Arogisl, and you may call me by whatever is your preference. Although I would hardly expect any of us to be experts, as we are still little more then infants. Less then two decades do many of us have to our names when our elders may measure their lifespans in centuries. We are but dabblers as of yet, yet it is in a place such as this that we might learn from true masters and show our worth. It is both terrifying and exciting beyond words.""<br/><br/>Arogisl's smile grew somewhat sheepish as he paused before continuing. ""And I suppose my nervousness is all too clear with how readily I allow my words to run away from me. It is a pleasure to make your acquaintance, Jynna.""</div></blockquote><br/>Jynna's smile seemed to brighten even more when Arogisl smiled. ""It is a pleasure to make your acquaintance too... Aro, if you don't mind me calling you that."" Jynna replied. He seemed intelligent and friendly. ""True. We really do have much to learn. Which, I suppose, is why we're here."" She continued, nodding her head. ""Really, I'm more excited than nervous..."" She then noticed Vyna. ""Oh, Aro, this is my sister."" She indicated Vyna. ""Did Arc count us in for the games?""<br/><br/>""Yes he did sister."" She replied, Jyn sighing at such formal address, and Vyna ignored that. She turned to Aro, smiling, her eyes studying the other recruit. ""Hello. As Jynna said, I am her sister. Vynaria. Pleased to meet you Arogisl."""
10432,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=75,2014-12-25T02:28:00,The Unites State-Of-Minds,"<blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22909924#p22909924"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Unites State-Of-Minds <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22909851#p22909851"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Arogisl couldn't help but to return her smile with his own, as she had pointed out a grievous error of his etiquette made in haste. Not in any accusatory manner, or of any indication that she acknowledged any transgression. He already found himself enjoying her presence. <br/><br/>""You are most correct, where are my manners. I go by Arogisl, and you may call me by whatever is your preference. Although I would hardly expect any of us to be experts, as we are still little more then infants. Less then two decades do many of us have to our names when our elders may measure their lifespans in centuries. We are but dabblers as of yet, yet it is in a place such as this that we might learn from true masters and show our worth. It is both terrifying and exciting beyond words.""<br/><br/>Arogisl's smile grew somewhat sheepish as he paused before continuing. ""And I suppose my nervousness is all too clear with how readily I allow my words to run away from me. It is a pleasure to make your acquaintance, Jynna.""</div></blockquote><br/>Jynna's smile seemed to brighten even more when Arogisl smiled. ""It is a pleasure to make your acquaintance too... Aro, if you don't mind me calling you that."" Jynna replied. He seemed intelligent and friendly. ""True. We really do have much to learn. Which, I suppose, is why we're here."" She continued, nodding her head. ""Really, I'm more excited than nervous..."" She then noticed Vyna. ""Oh, Aro, this is my sister."" She indicated Vyna. ""Did Arc count us in for the games?""<br/><br/>""Yes he did sister."" She replied, Jyn sighing at such formal address, and Vyna ignored that. She turned to Aro, smiling, her eyes studying the other recruit. ""Hello. As Jynna said, I am her sister. Vynaria. Pleased to meet you Arogisl.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""A pleasure to meet the both of you."" The sister, Vyna, seemed a bit wary of him. His first assumption was that she was the type to defend her sister from potential suitors.<span style=""font-style: italic"">No, this isn't the same kind of place as before.</span>He dropped the thought, too wild in assumption to be entertained. He was almost certainly reading too far into things with no provocation. Perhaps the events of the chariot ride had made him a tad biased in his presumptions.<br/><br/>""I take it you both look forward to participating in the Silver Games then? If nothing else it shall be interesting to see where we all stand."""
10433,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=75,2014-12-25T03:05:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Unites State-Of-Minds <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22910034#p22910034"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22909924#p22909924"">wrote</a>:</cite>Jynna's smile seemed to brighten even more when Arogisl smiled. ""It is a pleasure to make your acquaintance too... Aro, if you don't mind me calling you that."" Jynna replied. He seemed intelligent and friendly. ""True. We really do have much to learn. Which, I suppose, is why we're here."" She continued, nodding her head. ""Really, I'm more excited than nervous..."" She then noticed Vyna. ""Oh, Aro, this is my sister."" She indicated Vyna. ""Did Arc count us in for the games?""<br/><br/>""Yes he did sister."" She replied, Jyn sighing at such formal address, and Vyna ignored that. She turned to Aro, smiling, her eyes studying the other recruit. ""Hello. As Jynna said, I am her sister. Vynaria. Pleased to meet you Arogisl.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""A pleasure to meet the both of you."" The sister, Vyna, seemed a bit wary of him. His first assumption was that she was the type to defend her sister from potential suitors. <span style=""font-style: italic"">No, this isn't the same kind of place as before.</span> He dropped the thought, too wild in assumption to be entertained. He was almost certainly reading too far into things with no provocation. Perhaps the events of the chariot ride had made him a tad biased in his presumptions. <br/><br/>""I take it you both look forward to participating in the Silver Games then? If nothing else it shall be interesting to see where we all stand.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Indeed, I always enjoy a good competition, and duels provide good entertainment. Me and my siblings tend to enjoy sparring from time to time."" Vyna remarked, an anticipation in her voice. She enjoyed duels immensely, even more than her sister Jyn who merely liked them. The thrill of one on one combat, the twirls, the twists, the sport. She lived for the honour and glory of single combat. ""It will be very interesting to see the skills of the others, especially if we're going to be working together.""<br/><br/>Jyn shrugged. ""Yeah... Besides, it's just for fun after all..."" She replied, a slight look of concern to her sister. ""Right sis?""<br/><br/>""Hmm... Whatever do you mean dear sister?"" Vyna replied.<br/><br/>""Oh.... Nothing sis."" Jynna replied. Her sister could get more than a little too competitive with things like this. ""Just... never-mind."""
10434,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=75,2014-12-25T03:38:00,The Unites State-Of-Minds,"<blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22910168#p22910168"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Unites State-Of-Minds <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22910034#p22910034"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""A pleasure to meet the both of you."" The sister, Vyna, seemed a bit wary of him. His first assumption was that she was the type to defend her sister from potential suitors. <span style=""font-style: italic"">No, this isn't the same kind of place as before.</span> He dropped the thought, too wild in assumption to be entertained. He was almost certainly reading too far into things with no provocation. Perhaps the events of the chariot ride had made him a tad biased in his presumptions. <br/><br/>""I take it you both look forward to participating in the Silver Games then? If nothing else it shall be interesting to see where we all stand.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Indeed, I always enjoy a good competition, and duels provide good entertainment. Me and my siblings tend to enjoy sparring from time to time."" Vyna remarked, an anticipation in her voice. She enjoyed duels immensely, even more than her sister Jyn who merely liked them. The thrill of one on one combat, the twirls, the twists, the sport. She lived for the honour and glory of single combat. ""It will be very interesting to see the skills of the others, especially if we're going to be working together."" <br/><br/>Jyn shrugged. ""Yeah... Besides, it's just for fun after all..."" She replied, a slight look of concern to her sister. ""Right sis?""<br/><br/>""Hmm... Whatever do you mean dear sister?"" Vyna replied. <br/><br/>""Oh.... Nothing sis."" Jynna replied. Her sister could get more than a little too competitive with things like this. ""Just... never-mind.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Arogisl chuckled at the exchange between the two sisters. It was comedic how the two would play off each other, leaving him with a desire to listen in on more of their interactions if the opportunity presented itself. Vyna seemed more the type to lose herself in the heat of the moment, although Jynna could easily be the same if engaged enough. He would have to watch their matches if able.<br/><br/>""Yes, friendly competition is an enjoyable way to test and improve oneself. But if I may be so bold as to inquire, what then are your preferred methods of combat? Personally I enjoy swordplay to meet an opponent."""
10435,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=75,2014-12-25T03:59:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Unites State-Of-Minds <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22910294#p22910294"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22910168#p22910168"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Indeed, I always enjoy a good competition, and duels provide good entertainment. Me and my siblings tend to enjoy sparring from time to time."" Vyna remarked, an anticipation in her voice. She enjoyed duels immensely, even more than her sister Jyn who merely liked them. The thrill of one on one combat, the twirls, the twists, the sport. She lived for the honour and glory of single combat. ""It will be very interesting to see the skills of the others, especially if we're going to be working together."" <br/><br/>Jyn shrugged. ""Yeah... Besides, it's just for fun after all..."" She replied, a slight look of concern to her sister. ""Right sis?""<br/><br/>""Hmm... Whatever do you mean dear sister?"" Vyna replied. <br/><br/>""Oh.... Nothing sis."" Jynna replied. Her sister could get more than a little too competitive with things like this. ""Just... never-mind.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Arogisl chuckled at the exchange between the two sisters. It was comedic how the two would play off each other, leaving him with a desire to listen in on more of their interactions if the opportunity presented itself. Vyna seemed more the type to lose herself in the heat of the moment, although Jynna could easily be the same if engaged enough. He would have to watch their matches if able.<br/><br/>""Yes, friendly competition is an enjoyable way to test and improve oneself. But if I may be so bold as to inquire, what then are your preferred methods of combat? Personally I enjoy swordplay to meet an opponent.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Me too,"" Vyna replied, nodding her head. ""I prefer light blades, like my rapier here. They allow for more manoeuvrability, speed and accuracy after all."" She patted the hilt of her rapier,<span style=""font-style: italic"">Tempest</span>. She would have to leave it with the aspirants and get a nonlethal blade. She looked at Arogisl more closely, he seemed intelligent, learned and generally good conversation. Vyna saw no reason why she wouldn't get on well with him. ""What kind of blade do you use?""<br/><br/>""Well... I'm less of a fan of blades. Axes give more power after all and I prefer them."" She replied with a slight chuckle. ""My personal favourite is the two handed axe and I've dabbled in dual hand axes."""
10436,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=75,2014-12-25T17:22:00,The Unites State-Of-Minds,"<blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22910357#p22910357"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Unites State-Of-Minds <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22910294#p22910294"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Arogisl chuckled at the exchange between the two sisters. It was comedic how the two would play off each other, leaving him with a desire to listen in on more of their interactions if the opportunity presented itself. Vyna seemed more the type to lose herself in the heat of the moment, although Jynna could easily be the same if engaged enough. He would have to watch their matches if able.<br/><br/>""Yes, friendly competition is an enjoyable way to test and improve oneself. But if I may be so bold as to inquire, what then are your preferred methods of combat? Personally I enjoy swordplay to meet an opponent.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Me too,"" Vyna replied, nodding her head. ""I prefer light blades, like my rapier here. They allow for more manoeuvrability, speed and accuracy after all."" She patted the hilt of her rapier, <span style=""font-style: italic"">Tempest</span>. She would have to leave it with the aspirants and get a nonlethal blade. She looked at Arogisl more closely, he seemed intelligent, learned and generally good conversation. Vyna saw no reason why she wouldn't get on well with him. ""What kind of blade do you use?""<br/><br/>""Well... I'm less of a fan of blades. Axes give more power after all and I prefer them."" She replied with a slight chuckle. ""My personal favourite is the two handed axe and I've dabbled in dual hand axes.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Arogisl was quite pleased at his successful integration. Having never been exactly the sociable type, establishing interactions always provided him some form of discomfort, but the difficult step was done with, leaving him little worry for the time. He relaxed his posture a bit, and his expression became softer, slightly less guarded.<br/><br/>""Well, truth be told I actually have never used modern weaponry. I was trained in combat with the weapons of old, blades which were forged of metal and otherwise inert in function. We were told that before we would be given a true weapon we needed to learn all the appropriate skills for their use, and it was decided that I would finish the appropriate training here. Truth be told, its a tad discomforting to admit this, as it seems that such a custom is not the standard by which children are taught, and I fear I might be lacking for it.""<br/><br/>While this wasn't exactly untrue, he had bent the truth a bit as he didn't want to admit that such was only for those not born of nobility. His face had darkened ever so slightly as he spoke; and yes, he felt somewhat inadequate to his peers who seemed to posses no such handicap. It was in himself that he felt disappointment, perhaps had he worked a bit harder at swordplay rather then his magic studies then he would have earned the right to use true weapons.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Meh, it is honor enough to be here. If lacking I shall merely improve myself""</span>Looking toward Jynna, his slightly darkened expression brightened to its former state as he attempted to shift the topic, yet his relaxed state had not returned unabated, as he once again kept his mind guarded.<br/><br/>""But you say you prefer the use of axes? I recall once watching a man fight another with an axe. He managed to outmaneuver his opponent for a time, but eventually was hit and the single strike cost him the exchange. I believe someone called it a battleaxe after the battle, but Its always seemed to me that such weapons are largely dependent upon ones ability to take hits as they await the one connecting hit of their own to take out their opponent. I could never speak of advisability, but it seems that to rely upon such tactics invites a significant amount of risk, as one would be less prepared to x situations when dealing with a strength greater then anticipated."""
10437,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=75,2014-12-26T01:36:00,Zarkenis Ultima,"""A workshop?"" The redheaded aspirant wondered out loud upon hearing the girl's question. ""Well, that depends on what kind of workshop you mean. We certainly have plenty of facilities appropiate for the creation and maintenance of various objects. There is the repair shop for example, where you can go if your weapons or armor happen to malfunction or need maintenance. There are also plenty of spaces destined to be used recreationally by the students, such as the woodwork or metallurgy workshops. There's even a sculpture club out there, I believe, if you happen to be into that sort of thing."" She explained calmly as she quietly waited for the others to heed her previous order and relinquish the weapons they brought. After waiting for a few moments, she repeated her command for good measure, wishing to make sure that everything was in order so that they could participate in the Silver Games.<br/><br/>Soon, everyone who had brought their own weapons to the Silver Hand Academy obeyed, handing her and Arcander their weapons so that they could power them down to non-lethal settings for the upcoming duels. Once that was done, all of the weapons were handed back to their owners.<br/><br/>""Time to get going. We'll head to the dorms so that you lot can drop off your things, and then we will visit the armory where you all get to pick up some toys."" The white-haired aspirant said to the recruits with a smile as both he and Aressa turned and began walking out of the auditorium. Crossing through one of the many doors on the sides of the room, they arrived at one of the large hallways, much like the one they had crossed in order to reach the auditorium earlier, when only Arcander was there to guide the recruits. Once more they crossed through the halls of the Silver Hand Academy, though thankfully, they were not as crowded at the moment as they had been earlier. This was due to several factors. One of them was that some guides decided to take their charges on different paths to reach the same area. Another was that not all of them decided to head towards the dorms or the armory first. The one with perhaps the most impact was that some time had passed while they were talking inside the auditorium after the ceremony was over, which meant that many aspirants, recruits and bloodrobes had already gone away on their own paths.<br/><br/>Soon enough, they reached a row of cylindrical semi-transparent tubes set on the walls, seemingly stretching out vertically through the whole buildings. They were reasonably spacious, able to fit as many as two dozen students, potentially more if there was need for such. For now though, Aressa and Arcander guided the recruits to one such tube, completely empty save for their group. A holographic panel next to the opening displayed several numbers, which Aressa lightly touched to activate the lift. Swiftly, the platform they all stood upon began elevating through the school, although if the students had been standing with their eyes closed they would've hardly noticed, so subtle was the sensation. Floor after floor flashed through their eyes before the lift stopped just as abruptly as it had begun moving. And as the recruits stepped out of the elevator, they would find themselves in another hallway, similar to the one they had been in moments earlier, yet somehow less formal. The walls, though of the same style and composition, were not silver and red like earlier. Rather, they were a clear blue color, and the works of art present elsewhere in the Academy were absent here.<br/><br/>Aressa and Arcander led the students through the hallways once again, stopping only once they reached a door, seemingly the same as every other door in the long hallway, but at the same time more important than all of them, at least to the group of recruits that were currently trailing behind their guides. It was a gray metal door, or more accurately, a metallic rectangle set into the wall, with an inscription above it, which said ""A-23"" in bright white characters.<br/><br/>""This is your room, A-23 on the 173rd floor. You'll have to make sure to remember that, but I'm sure it'll become intrinsic knowledge after a while, so don't worry too much about it."" Said Aressa as she moved to stand in front of the door and placed her hand against it. ""Aressa Alistar."" She pronounced, and moved her hand up, as if pushing the metal upwards, though in reality she did no such thing, as her hand was slightly separated from the surface of the door. After a moment, the metal slid up, melding into the wall and allowing entrance to the chamber that lay behind. A simple, clean white room, rather spacious. There were a couple tables with comfortable chairs set up next to a large window that displayed a rather splendorous view of the seas and the skies outside of the Silver Hand Academy. Not far from them, on a section of its own, was a small, fully functional kitchen along with several shelves, empty at the moment. On the opposite side were several doors, as well as one at the far end of the room.<br/><br/>Aressa calmly strode inside, followed by Arcander, who turned around once inside the room and spread his arms in a grandiose manner. ""Welcome to your new home, boys and girls."" He said warmly.<br/><br/>""Feel free to just drop your things off wherever. No one can open the door except for us and certain staff members."" The red-haired aspirant added afterwards, gesturing for the recruits to go inside and drop off their things, before her expression suddenly changed as if she'd remembered something. ""Oh, and, I suppose that you're free to try opening and closing the door by yourselves if you'd like. Some people can have... a strange fascination with that kind of thing."" She said with a shrug.<br/><br/>""I know I did."" Arcander remarked casually, eliciting a chuckle from his partner.<br/><br/>""Feel free to look around a bit as well. This will be where you will live from now on after all. Just leave your things out here, though. You will all have time to unpack later, but for now we would do well to waste as little time as possible. We still have a bit until the games begin, but once they do, that's it. No more participants."" She explained, stepping aside to let the students walk inside if they so wished, leaning against the wall and looking out the window while Arcander walked over to sit at one of the chairs, leaning back on his seat and propping up his feet on the table."
10438,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=100,2014-12-27T23:23:00,The Unites State-Of-Minds,"<blockquote><div><cite>Zarkenis Ultima <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22918121#p22918121"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-style: italic"">-Le Snip-</span></div></blockquote><br/><br/>Arogisl felt the walk from the auditorium seemed to pass much quicker then the walk to, most likely an error in perception on his part. The aspirants had collected weapons the students brought on their person, and he was surprised how many there were to present. The academy should be more then safe enough to go without, and it seemed obvious that their possession would at the very least be restricted. Nevertheless, there was little else to think of during the walk, as the halls grew less decorated and emptier then the ones before. The one noteworthy event of their journey would have been the use of vertical transports if not for the fact that such feature were particularly common of megastructures; so much so, in fact that even for his relative lack of experience with such things that his awe of them had long passed.<br/><br/>The many turns of their path gave rise to a hint of doubt within his mind. A map of some sort would certainly have to be among the first of items he would seek out once settled in, as he was sure that he would otherwise find himself unable to properly navigate his way to and from the dormitories. They stopped, seemingly at random, in front of one of many identical doors; an inscription above read A-23. This, as confirmed by the words of the aspirant, was to be their quarters.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""A-23. Floor 173. A-23. Floor 173.""</span>He repeated the phrase a until he felt it had made some impression upon his memory, although he would have to later write it down to improve his recollection further then a day. Having no belongings on his person to leave behind as all excess items had been placed within his luggage, there was nothing to do but await their departure. Noticing Brightshield had already claimed a seat within the common area, he walked over to take one for himself. Picking a seat at random, he paused before it, looking toward Brightshield.<br/><br/>""Mind if I were to join you?"""
10439,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=100,2014-12-28T13:51:00,Zarkenis Ultima,"As he sat near the window, basking in the rays of Antagon's sunlight that trickled into the room, the white-haired aspirant noticed one of his assigned recruits approaching, one of the recruits placed under his care that belonged to a family of nobles. Observing him pull out a chair from under the table, Arcander decided to take his feet off the table, sitting down in a less informal position out of respect for the others. The last thing he wanted was to inconvenience anyone else who wished to sit down, after all, and he was comfortable enough sitting down normally in any case. He was, however, slightly surprised when the younger student, Arogisl, asked him if he would mind having some company. He understood the merits of respecting an elder, sure, but he had assumed that by now the students would know that they didn't need to be so formal with him, though he did appreciate the thought put into said respect.<br/><br/>""Of course not, feel free to sit down if you want to."" He said, shaking his head and making a dismissive gesture to further illustrate his point, smiling as he always did as he addressed one of his charges. He'd rather have them feel comfortable around him than have them treat him as if they were his subordinates, after all, since that was not the case, he was their guide, not their master. ""I suspect that we will not be staying in here for too long, since we are yet to pass through the armory on our way to the Silver Games, but if you want to sit, then by all means do so."" He explained. ""Is there anything you'd like to talk about?"""
10440,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=100,2014-12-28T14:46:00,The Unites State-Of-Minds,"<blockquote><div><cite>Zarkenis Ultima <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22941273#p22941273"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-style: italic"">-Snip-</span></div></blockquote><br/><br/>Upon receiving a positive response to join Brightshield Arogisl seated himself, his rigid posture relaxing for the first time since his arrival. It was a comfortable chair, significantly more so then the cushioned benches of the chariot, somewhat mitigated by the heat of sunlight but not excessively so. He would have been content to sit in silence, but the Aspirant asked if he had any inquiries for what time remained before it was time to begin the silver games, and his own curiosities aside, it would be rude of him not to reply. Straightening his posture enough to indicate his attention, he shifted his focus toward the aspirant.<br/><br/>""I suppose I do have a few questions, namely if there are any maps of the area available to students. While I'm sure there is plenty of time to become familiar with the layout of things, I happen to not be the best when it comes to spatial orientation. I would hate to have to ask around for directions to the library every time I wished to read something new."""
10441,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=100,2014-12-28T15:47:00,Zarkenis Ultima,"Hearing Arogisl's inquiry, Arcander thought for a moment. He had personally never needed a map, as he was perfectly content with following his fellow students, trying to find his own way around or even asking for directions repeatedly, even if some reactions were less than pleasant, but he supposed that not everyone was as comfortable with such things as he had been, and so, he focused, vaguely recalling being told something about maps for recruits being available at the faculty office on request during his training as a future guide. Remembering all of this, he slowly nodded at Arogisl.<br/><br/>""Yes, indeed, there are maps available to recruits who have a hard time finding their way around the Academy. I understand perfectly why that is, to be honest, this place is enormous. I got lost in these hallways several times myself."" The golden-robed man said, chuckling slightly before continuing. ""Anyway, there are certainly maps available. I can fetch one for you after the Silver Games if you would like."" He offered the recruit before him. ""Or I could show you where to request one, if you would prefer that. I don't mind one way or the other."" He stated."
10442,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=100,2014-12-29T23:37:00,Zarkenis Ultima,"After Arogisl had taken him up on his offer, Arcander glanced at the others and noted that those who had to put down their extra baggage had already done so. Soon enough, Aressa spoke, calling everyone so that they could depart from the common room and head towards their next stop.<br/><br/>And so, once again the students took to the hallways of the student floor, eventually reaching a wide open area with several large rectangular tables laid out around the place. Large windows were present as well, allowing the bright sunlight inside the area. On the wall opposite to the hallway they group had entered through, a sizable flat screen sat embedded on the wall, regularly used to display the news or some other pertinent information, though it was often left inactive. On one side of the room were a pair of staircases for transit between different floors, present on all of the other floors as well but mostly used for transit between adjacent floors, since it was rather impractical or outright impossible to get from one floor to another in a timely manner, depending on the distance between them, as the academy building was quite large.<br/><br/>Another thing to note was that there were quite a lot of students present in this area, mostly silver robes for obvious reasons, though there were a few gold robes as well. Many were simply sitting and eagerly chatting away among themselves, evidently not too concerned with the Silver Games, or perhaps intending to stay here for a while and then go and observe. Many more were standing around or speaking with their guides about various matters, and a few were listening and watching the screen at the end of the room intently as it displayed information about a peculiar archaeological discovery made by the Phantom Blade's researchers and historians on a planet just a couple systems away from Arcadia and the Antagon System. Curiously, there were even a handful blood robes in the room as well, conversing with some of the other students, recruits as aspirants alike. Most likely acquaintances from before who were surprised to be reunited, or something of the sort.<br/><br/>""This is the floor lounge. There's one on every student floor, and you're all free to come here whenever you have nothing else to do."" Aressa told her charges as she stopped at the entrance for a few moments for them to look, before motioning for them to continue following her. ""However, it's not our destination."" She stated afterwards, guiding them to a large door that stood on the wall that was across the room from the staircases. Once again, the golden-robed woman stood in front of the door, stretching out both of her hands in front of the door this time. ""Aressa Alistar."" She pronounced, stating her name once again, before moving her hands in opposite directions. After a moment, the door opened up from the center and retracted into the walls, allowing the students to go through.<br/><br/>This new room was rather different from the previous ones. For one, it was larger still than even the lounge, though it obviously had nothing on the landing platform, let alone the auditorium. It was big as a warehouse, and in fact, that was more or less what it was. To the left and right of the entrance were enormous sealed containers embedded on the walls, each of them bearing the Silver Hand on them, as well as a sucession of characters that served to identify each container and differentiate it from the others. There were some students in here as well, though fewer than those outside, and most of them were together in groups in front of some of the containers, all of these groups headed by one or two aspirants, much like the gorup currently led by Aressa. On the far end of the room, opposite to the entrance, was what could be most accurately described as a weapons rack, containing all sorts of different melee combat weapons for the students' use.<br/><br/>""This is the armory."" Aressa explained as she walked into the room, glancing left and right as if she was trying to find the right container. ""Here, those of you who did not bring their own weapons to the Academy will be able to pick one for your training, sparring matches and whatnot. It's also here that you will pick up your armor when it is needed, and where you will return it when it is needed no more."" She stated as her gaze locked onto a container in particular. Almost instantly, she turned towards it and walked up to it. The container's inscription was ""A-23"", the same as the one above the door of the group's dorm. Walking to the side, the aspirant spotted a white button on the polished dark gray surface of the container and pressed it, causing the vertical lid to open outwards, revealing the contents: Several armors, each of them identical except for the light patterns. All of them were black like the void between the stars, with what appeared to be silver cloth adorning the armor, though closer inspection would reveal that it was not, in fact, physical, instead being a simple ornamental illusion of light. On the chest, the symbol of the Order of the Phantom Blade was present, while the one representing the Silver Hand Academy was visible on the back. The helmet, of a simple design, had a transluscent red cross at the front that also served as a visor. Lines of blood red light ran through the armor, glowing as they formed different patterns on each of them.<br/><br/>Aside from these patterns, the only differences were in the size of the armor, as each had been designed specifically for one of the students. It would likely take them little time to realize which one was for them, as their names were displayed next to their respective armors.<br/><br/>""Some of you may be unfamiliar with these."" The Alistar stated as she stood in front of her own armor, one hand resting on her hip as she observed its spiral patterns converge around the symbol of the Phantom Blade. Though well maintained, it was slightly less... lustrous than the other ones, the use it had seen in the past quite noticeable, though in turn it gave the suit an air of magnificence, its slightly weathered appearance clearly a result of the combat it had seen along with it's wearer, Aressa. ""I'll explain quickly: These suits of armor are programmed to respond to their intended wearer's commands, like this."" She stated, and then snapped her fingers. Suddenly, the armor in front of her glowed for a moment and then began vanishing, becoming ghostlike at first and then disappearing altogether, only to appear in a similar manner around the golden-robed Aspirant, fitting her form perfectly, her gray eyes visible with a red tint through the red cross, though her own sight was in turn completely unaffected and unimpaired.<br/><br/>""Of course, it's alright if you don't want to wear it all the time."" She stated afterewards, snapping her fingers once again, the armor disappearing as quickly as it had come, though it did not reappear in its place on the container, instead being stored in a Hyperspace Storage Unit. ""However, I would advise you to keep it just a command away during class hours, as you never know when you'll need it."" She recommended, before gesturing towards the suits. ""Now go ahead, try them out. And feel free to grab a weapon as well if you need one. They're powered down by default, so you should have no trouble participating in the Silver Games."" She said to her charges, before stepping back from the container and looking around. Arcander, she noticed, was nowhere to be found, likely staying behind at the common room or the lounge. She sighed to herself as she shook her head, expecting him to return soon.<br/><br/>As soon as everyone was geared up, Aressa led them out of the armory, out of the lounge and back to the elevators, imputting a different combination on the controls and activating the lift, which this time led them down instead of up. After several moments, the elevator stopped, and the students stepped out into a hallway which was swiftly crossed. A door opened before them, revealing what appeared to be a large stadium of sorts. They were currently in an elevated area, as the aspirants had said, and there were several smaller, depressed areas which served as arenas for the duelists. The stadium itself was of course also huge, huge enough to accomodate several areas of a size still appropiate for glorious battle between two Redemit warriors, no matter how young.<br/><br/>As they all stepped out of the elevator, Arcander walked up to them from the crowd that had gathered around the stadium.<br/><br/>""I signed you all up for the Silver Games as requested."" He said, pausing to look at Niloofar. ""Except for you of course."" He added afterwards. Aressa nodded at him and motioned for the recruits to continue following her, approaching the crowds but not quite blending in, rather appearing as if she was looking for someone. However, after a while, she stopped, her gaze suddenly fixed on a single spot.<br/><br/>If the other students turned their gazes there, they would see what she was looking at. It was a man, not too old judging by his appearance, though he definitely seemed to be way above the students present in the stadium. His black hair, long and unkempt, certainly didn't appear to be something one would expect from a paragon of discipline, but his perfect posture and unwavering stance said otherwise. His eyes, unseen, were covered by a red piece of cloth wrapped around them. He wore a black robe much like the one worn by Augustus, with the Silver Hand on the back.<br/><br/>""Welcome to the Silver Games."" The blindfolded man said, his voice level and calm. ""Before we begin, I will pick two aspirants present to have a duel with one another as a demonstration."" He stated simply, and then fell silent for several moments, seemingly in deep concentration.<br/><br/>""Persaes. Eleasir. Advance to duel area number six."" He commanded, and two aspirants clad in their armor advanced towards an area in the middle of the stadium. They stood over two circular platforms just outside the arena on opposite ends, and soon they began descending. Moments later, they were in the dueling area. Once there, the two stepped forward, each walking about one third of the area they were in before stopping. They bowed to each other in greetings, and then, each of them summoned their weapons by calling their names. On the hands of the one who was called Persaes by the blindfolded man, a large energy glaive manifested. The one addressed as Eleasir, on the other hand, wielded a weapon a tad more peculiar. A sword by the looks of it, but what would be the blade was made of metal, and instead there were wide energy edges jutting out from it.<br/><br/>They let their arms, bearing their weapons, drop to the side slowly, and then waited.<br/><br/>At exactly ten seconds, the two of them leapt at each other so fast that a normal eye would hardly be able to follow. It was fortunate, then, that these were not normal people watching: They were warriors in training. And what these warriors would see was a total battle between two wills that was only less grand than the epic duels of myth and legend because the two who were fighting in the battlefield below were not as old as the ones portrayed by history, lacking the experience and battle hardiness of an older warrior, but in turn bearing a bright, burning flame within them, the flame of youth, glowing with fierce valor.<br/><br/>And with all of this fire's courage, they began their duel, slashing and swiping at each other with their weapons. Amidst the silence of the crowd, the only sounds were the clash of energy blades and energy shields, the striking of blade against armor... and something else. In that near-silence, those around the arena could hear whispers, the voices of the warriors quietly chanting arcane spells. As they fought, it seemed evident that, even though both fighters were faster than most of the new recruits present in the room, the one called Persaes surpassed the other one in speed, and was quite adept at using the longer reach of the glaive, though the other warrior in turn seemed able to defend herself well from the incoming attacks, her strikes austerely spread, but in turn bearing more potency. Suddenly, the glaive wielder revealed his magic, firebolts flying forth from his hands as he continued trying to break the swordswoman's defence. The truth was that she seemed more strained than before now, having to defend herself with wide slashes now instead of simple well-aimed deflecting strikes in order to account for the magic assault that had entered the equation. The battle continued fierce as ever, with the one called Eleasir making less and less attempts to strike at her enemy as time passed, more concerned with keeping up her defence, keeping a perfect concentration, though it became apparent that she was slowly being overwhelmed.<br/><br/>Then, suddenly, just as it seemed like the glaive warrior had made an opening and was about to deal a critical blow, the one wielding the sword suddenly shouted a word, finishing her chant, which had lasted throughout the whole battle. At that exact moment, an enormous gale descended upon the enemy warrior, slamming him against the ground with incredible force, causing the glaive to fly away from his grip and putting him in an uncomfortable position, something that the other fighter took advantage of immediately, pinning him to the ground with her knee on his back as she brought down her peculiar sword upon the other aspirant's back, causing an odd sound, like a sawblade cutting through steel, to be heard throughout the stadium. After a few seconds of this, during which the warrior on the ground had barely had a moment to struggle against his opponent's grip, the sound stopped, and the girl's sword suddenly deactivated itself.<br/><br/>Just like that, the battle was over.<br/><br/>""I would like to congratulate Shanath Eleasir for winning this battle."" The blindfolded man stated, calm as always. The winner helped the loser up, and the two warriors shook hands respectfully, both of them knowing that, no matter the outcome, they had shown a great battle, an appropiate demonstration for the recruits that had seen them fight. The two retreated into the elevators on the sides of the battling area, and when they arrived back up, they were no longer clad in their armor, instead being just another pair of golden-robed young warriors, like so many others present.<br/><br/>""I will now proceed to pair up students for the first round of matches. Please listen carefully if you have signed up for the Silver Games."" He said, and began speaking out names as if reading them from a list, though such was, for obvious reasons, impossible.<br/><br/>Aressa and Arcander glanced at each other in surprise. Strangely, most of the recruits under their care had been matched with each other. However, rather than an inconvenience, it simply meant that it would be simpler to observe them, and so, the two of them paid attention as their charges heard their names and heeded the black robed master's call.<br/><br/>""These will be interesting. The Akaion versus Tarembor one in particular. Did you see how those two were looking at each other?"" Arcander remarked, looking over at Aressa, who also glanced towards him, her eyes betraying her lack of understanding about what her partner was referring to. She shook her head lightly. ""No, I did not. What of it?"" She asked, to which Arcander merely sighed. ""That's so typical of you, Ari. But nevermind. Let's just watch."" He said. She nodded, and the two turned their heads towards the arenas.<br/><br/>The Silver Games had begun."
10443,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=100,2014-12-30T16:01:00,Esternial,"As soon as Aressa and Arcander turned to the arenas, a voice beckoned for their attention.<br/><br/>""Aressa Alistar?""<br/><br/>The woman behind them smiled faintly as they turned around, in her hand she held a letter. She was a new student and, like many others, wore the silver robes associated with one. Though she kept her composure, a trained eye could see a hint of discomfort reflected in vaguely flushed cheeks and a subtle tremble in her hands.<br/><br/>At the age of twenty-two, Ritz had already attended a year at a different Academy on Ophanim, but her parents had her transferred to the Silver Hand Academy; their first choice was simply nod good enough for their daughter. Ritz accepted her parents' decision and left her home and friends behind with a heavy heart.<br/><br/>The letter featured some information on the new transfer student as well the details regarding the transfer."
10444,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=100,2014-12-30T20:22:00,Charmera,"Vyna listened to the instructions, noting the area she was to go to and the person she was fighting. She was both glad and disappointed she wouldn't be up against Jyn at the same time. Disappointed as her sister was a highly competent fighter and a good opponent. though she was glad that she was fighting someone knew, to find someone to test herself against. Especially as Mehran also seems to her to be quite an interesting individual, and his twin blade fighting style would be quite a sight to see in action. She moved towards the arena she was assigned, heading to the circular platform as the two aspriants had before her, standing on the circular platform and waiting, both for her opponent and for the disc to descend."
10445,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=100,2014-12-30T22:56:00,Wolfenium,"Hands crossed with his shades on, Mehran looked as still and domineering as a statue as he observed the battle between the two aspirants. He seemed keen, as if waiting for his chance to step into the ring itself. On his part, he never expected his first show of strength to be this soon, though he was not one to miss a chance when it presented itself. Glancing at Vyna as they prepared to enter, he gave a ready nod, acknowledging the duel ahead. Stepping into the ring, he avoided the accusing gaze of his sister beside him. There was no hiding her disapproval of the tournament, stepping forward to question the aspirants.<br/><br/>""This is crazy,"" she complained to the guides, ""we only just got here, and you're already going for a tournament? What happened to moderation? Do you people want to burn out your students at the first instance?""<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22968851#p22968851"">wrote</a>:</cite>-snip-</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Stepping into the arena from the opposite direction, Mehran held his sheathed blades by his side, pulling off his shades as he laid it by the entrance. Facing the lady, he seemed utterly focused, his eyes burning with anticipation as he bowed to the girl in respect. Readying himself, he drew his swords in succession, crossing his blades horizontally in front of his eyes like a beetle's pincers. Waiting in anticipation as the blind referee counted down, he steeled himself for the duel to come. When the signal finally came, he fiercely unfurled his blades for a slash. Swinging forth, he was quick to go in for the kill.<br/><br/>Sitting at a corner with his blade, Eamonn did not appear interested in the trials of his fellow peers. Staring into space, he appeared deep in thought, waiting for the call to summon him to his designated arena. As Eamonn's name rang in the PA system, he quietly stood up to take his place inside the arena. Dragging his blade along, he appeared aloof and disinterested. But the lad was finally getting the fight he wanted. The only question was the identity of his opponent."
10446,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=100,2014-12-30T23:27:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Wolfenium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22970404#p22970404"">wrote</a>:</cite>Hands crossed with his shades on, Mehran looked as still and domineering as a statue as he observed the battle between the two aspirants. He seemed keen, as if waiting for his chance to step into the ring itself. On his part, he never expected his first show of strength to be this soon, though he was not one to miss a chance when it presented itself. Glancing at Vyna as they prepared to enter, he gave a ready nod, acknowledging the duel ahead. Stepping into the ring, he avoided the accusing gaze of his sister beside him. There was no hiding her disapproval of the tournament, stepping forward to question the aspirants.<br/><br/>""This is crazy,"" she complained to the guides, ""we only just got here, and you're already going for a tournament? What happened to moderation? Do you people want to burn out your students at the first instance?""<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22968851#p22968851"">wrote</a>:</cite>-snip-</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Stepping into the arena from the opposite direction, Mehran held his sheathed blades by his side, pulling off his shades as he laid it by the entrance. Facing the lady, he seemed utterly focused, his eyes burning with anticipation as he bowed to the girl in respect. Readying himself, he drew his swords in succession, crossing his blades horizontally in front of his eyes like a beetle's pincers. Waiting in anticipation as the blind referee counted down, he steeled himself for the duel to come. When the signal finally came, he fiercely unfurled his blades for a slash. Swinging forth, he was quick to go in for the kill.</div></blockquote><br/>Vyna had bowed to her opponent and drew her own blade at the same time Mehran had. A thin smile had been on her face before the duel began, but it quickly evaporated when Mehran had attacked in favour of a more determined expression. In response, Vyna had quickly moved back from him, dodging the slash and buying herself some room to move.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Counterattack! Now!</span>She didn't want to give him time to think, so she swiftly counterattacked with her own upwards slash to his torso, though less force was put behind it and more precision.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Keep an eye on the second blade...</span>"
10447,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=100,2014-12-31T05:17:00,Wolfenium,"<blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22970640#p22970640"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Wolfenium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22970404#p22970404"">wrote</a>:</cite>Hands crossed with his shades on, Mehran looked as still and domineering as a statue as he observed the battle between the two aspirants. He seemed keen, as if waiting for his chance to step into the ring itself. On his part, he never expected his first show of strength to be this soon, though he was not one to miss a chance when it presented itself. Glancing at Vyna as they prepared to enter, he gave a ready nod, acknowledging the duel ahead. Stepping into the ring, he avoided the accusing gaze of his sister beside him. There was no hiding her disapproval of the tournament, stepping forward to question the aspirants.<br/><br/>""This is crazy,"" she complained to the guides, ""we only just got here, and you're already going for a tournament? What happened to moderation? Do you people want to burn out your students at the first instance?""<br/><br/><br/><br/>Stepping into the arena from the opposite direction, Mehran held his sheathed blades by his side, pulling off his shades as he laid it by the entrance. Facing the lady, he seemed utterly focused, his eyes burning with anticipation as he bowed to the girl in respect. Readying himself, he drew his swords in succession, crossing his blades horizontally in front of his eyes like a beetle's pincers. Waiting in anticipation as the blind referee counted down, he steeled himself for the duel to come. When the signal finally came, he fiercely unfurled his blades for a slash. Swinging forth, he was quick to go in for the kill.</div></blockquote><br/>Vyna had bowed to her opponent and drew her own blade at the same time Mehran had. A thin smile had been on her face before the duel began, but it quickly evaporated when Mehran had attacked in favour of a more determined expression. In response, Vyna had quickly moved back from him, dodging the slash and buying herself some room to move. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Counterattack! Now!</span>She didn't want to give him time to think, so she swiftly counterattacked with her own upwards slash to his torso, though less force was put behind it and more precision. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Keep an eye on the second blade...</span></div></blockquote><br/><br/>Spotting her blade surging, Mehran tried to arch back for a dodge. Channeling his magic forth, the Xorshid cringed his teeth as her blade began scratching at the barrier around his armour, letting it slide past to give him an opening on her. Swinging his other sword from an upright position, he sent an overhead slash right down at her. Positioning the wrist of his first hand, he followed up with a second slash of his first sword, this time horizontally over her torso."
10448,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=100,2014-12-31T06:43:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Wolfenium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22973221#p22973221"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22970640#p22970640"">wrote</a>:</cite>Vyna had bowed to her opponent and drew her own blade at the same time Mehran had. A thin smile had been on her face before the duel began, but it quickly evaporated when Mehran had attacked in favour of a more determined expression. In response, Vyna had quickly moved back from him, dodging the slash and buying herself some room to move. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Counterattack! Now!</span>She didn't want to give him time to think, so she swiftly counterattacked with her own upwards slash to his torso, though less force was put behind it and more precision. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Keep an eye on the second blade...</span></div></blockquote><br/><br/>Spotting her blade surging, Mehran tried to arch back for a dodge. Channeling his magic forth, the Xorshid cringed his teeth as her blade began scratching at the barrier around his armour, letting it slide past to give him an opening on her. Swinging his other sword from an upright position, he sent an overhead slash right down at her. Positioning the wrist of his first hand, he followed up with a second slash of his first sword, this time horizontally over her torso.</div></blockquote><br/>Vyna first blocked the overhead slash with her rapier, using the hilt to prevent his blade from cutting downwards to her. She however had nearly had forgot to account for the other blade, and just before it moved too close to her body, she channeled her own magic and used it to send a strong gust of wind with her other hand to counter the movement of his arm.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Damn, I've revealed part of my hand already, and that was a little too close for comfort.</span>She then backpedaled a bit, using the room she had created to maneuver to his side and strike again, this time a lunge with the point of her blade in an attempt to stab. She knew she could not compete with his twin blades without taking advantage of her speed and maneuverability."
10449,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=100,2014-12-31T07:21:00,Wolfenium,"<blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22973919#p22973919"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Wolfenium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22973221#p22973221"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Spotting her blade surging, Mehran tried to arch back for a dodge. Channeling his magic forth, the Xorshid cringed his teeth as her blade began scratching at the barrier around his armour, letting it slide past to give him an opening on her. Swinging his other sword from an upright position, he sent an overhead slash right down at her. Positioning the wrist of his first hand, he followed up with a second slash of his first sword, this time horizontally over her torso.</div></blockquote><br/>Vyna first blocked the overhead slash with her rapier, using the hilt to prevent his blade from cutting downwards to her. She however had nearly had forgot to account for the other blade, and just before it made contact with her, she channeled her own magic and used it to send a strong gust of wind with her other hand to counter the movement of his arm. Not waiting She then backpedaled a bit, using the room she had created to maneuver to his side and strike again, this time a lunge with the point of her blade in an attempt to stab. She knew she could not compete with his twin blades without taking advantage of her speed and maneuverability.</div></blockquote><br/>Shifting back as he regained his footing, Mehran swung a blade in the path of Vyna's sword, parrying as the swords buckled against each other. His arm radiating with a red glow, a sign of his magic, he applauded, ""you fight well, Ayendor. However...""<br/><br/>Suddenly, with a burst of red energy from his arm, he used the sheer force of his barrier magic to try to force Vyna back. His other sword ready, he attempted to strike a slash at her when the opening appears. But Mehran did not know the full extent of her powers yet. Perhaps he could still be surprised yet..."
10450,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=100,2014-12-31T10:01:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Wolfenium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22974111#p22974111"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22973919#p22973919"">wrote</a>:</cite>Vyna first blocked the overhead slash with her rapier, using the hilt to prevent his blade from cutting downwards to her. She however had nearly had forgot to account for the other blade, and just before it made contact with her, she channeled her own magic and used it to send a strong gust of wind with her other hand to counter the movement of his arm. Not waiting She then backpedaled a bit, using the room she had created to maneuver to his side and strike again, this time a lunge with the point of her blade in an attempt to stab. She knew she could not compete with his twin blades without taking advantage of her speed and maneuverability.</div></blockquote><br/>Shifting back as he regained his footing, Mehran swung a blade in the path of Vyna's sword, parrying as the swords buckled against each other. His arm radiating with a red glow, a sign of his magic, he applauded, ""you fight well, Ayendor. However...""<br/><br/>Suddenly, with a burst of red energy from his arm, he used the sheer force of his barrier magic to try to force Vyna back. His other sword ready, he attempted to strike a slash at her when the opening appears. But Mehran did not know the full extent of her powers yet. Perhaps he could still be surprised yet...</div></blockquote><br/>Vyna was forced back by the magical barrier, her mind refocused and she projected her magic once again. Instead of concentrating on wind, she used her power to place a vector plate under her opponent, facing away from Vyna. It was rushed, sloppily made and far from her best work, but it hopefully had enough behind it to unbalance her opponent and send her back a bit. The plate would send him back slightly.<br/><br/>Vyna smiled as she hopped back again. ""You want to end this so soon? The fun's just getting started Mehran."" She replied cockily, she created another vector plate in front of her, though this one took about two seconds. She moved forward the plate accelerating her as she stabbed forward.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Now this is where it starts to get interesting...</span>"
10451,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=100,2014-12-31T14:21:00,Zarkenis Ultima,"While gazing at the arenas, around which the students were gathering to witness and judge the newcomers and their battles, Aressa noticed a female voice coming from behind, calling her. ""Yes?"" She inquired upon hearing the voice. Turning around, she saw a student, a recruit by her robe, younger than herself but still seemingly a bit older than the rest of the students under her care. She appeared to be slightly nervous, something that the older girl could hardly blame her for, considering that she was a new student, though the golden-robed woman had somewhat expected most newly arrived recruits to be at ease after the welcoming ceremony.<br/><br/>The girl seemed to be holding a letter in her hand, offering it to her, and Aressa, assuming it would serve well to explain the situation in the absence of an explanation from the girl herself, picked up said letter and read it swiftly. Indeed, it explained the details of the transfer quite well, and the red-haired aspirant saw nothing wrong with it. It was even signed by the staff of the Academy, so she had no reason to doubt that everything was in order.<br/><br/>Her eyes stopped on a particular line. ""Bathys?"" She mused to herself, slightly surprised, before shaking her head and handing back the letter.<br/><br/>""Well, everything seems to be in order, so, welcome to the Silver Hand Academy, Ritz. My name is Aressa Alistar, as you know, and this is Arcander Brightshield."" She said kindly to the new arrival, motioning towards her partner. ""We'll be your guides, so stay with us. Since some of our other charges signed up for the Silver Games, we'll stay here until they conclude, so please be patient while we wait."" She advised.<br/><br/>Arcander had also noticed the arrival of a new student and turned around to greet her, waving and saying hello as his name was called by his partner, his characteristic smile present on his face. ""Welcome, Ritz."" He said. He hadn't had the chance to read the letter, as Aressa handed it back instead of showing it to him, but either way, he had no reason to doubt that everything was in order if she didn't bring it up, and he had caught the girl's name from Aressa's words anyway, so he didn't really mind.<br/><br/>However, he was more concerned with Niloofar, deciding to deal with her complaints while the other guide spoke to Ritz. She seemed to be vehemently opposing the Silver Games, to a degree much greater than what Arcander thought reasonable.<br/><br/>""Calm down."" He said as he turned to face her, calm even though he put more force than usual in his voice, expecting to be heard. He was no authoritarian, but he was aware of his position and he was willing to use it when necessary. ""The staff of the Silver Hand Academy has no intention of 'burning out' the students of this institution at the first instance, as you claim, nor do we secretly plot to cause exhaustion and bodily harm to newcomers for some nefarious purpose. Those conjectures are more befitting of conspiracy theorists than they are of scholars."" He continued, impassible. ""Now, these students currently participating will have the whole day to rest after the duels, more than enough for them to recover considering they were deemed fit enough to be admitted to the Academy. They also have several measures set up to protect them from harm during their battles, and even still, should something happen, they will have access to all of the Academy's resources to facilitate their recovery."" He explained calmly. ""Lastly, and most importantly, participation in the Silver Games is<span style=""font-style: italic"">voluntary</span>. The only ones participating are those who wished to participate in the first place. They joined out of their own free will, thinking themselves able to handle it, and unless you can prove otherwise, we can only assume that this is the case."" He stated.<br/><br/>""So, no, we're not crazy or ignorant of what 'moderation' is, and I sincerely hope you can see that. The last thing we want is for new students to be concerned about their safety or the Academy's ethics, after all."" He concluded, having spoken calmly throughout his speech. The white-haired aspirant then fell silent and observed Niloofar to gauge her reaction, hoping that she would understand. He could certainly tell why she opposed these duels, and he knew that there was no changing that, but he could at least try to change her mind about the supposed insanity of the situation."
10452,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=100,2014-12-31T23:12:00,Wolfenium,"<blockquote><div><cite>Zarkenis Ultima <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22978310#p22978310"">wrote</a>:</cite>-snip-</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""I know..."" Niloofar grumbled, at least able to see some sense in his words, ""it's just...""<br/><br/>Peering at Mehran's arena, Niloofar was quite concerned for his safety. After all, what sibling would not, and she was not familiar with the Silver Hand to be assured of their safety procedures. Still, the only thing she could do was trust on Arcander on this.<br/><br/>""I suppose I'll have to take your word for it, Sir,"" she admitted, ""nothing we can do now.""<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22975308#p22975308"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Wolfenium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22974111#p22974111"">wrote</a>:</cite>Shifting back as he regained his footing, Mehran swung a blade in the path of Vyna's sword, parrying as the swords buckled against each other. His arm radiating with a red glow, a sign of his magic, he applauded, ""you fight well, Ayendor. However...""<br/><br/>Suddenly, with a burst of red energy from his arm, he used the sheer force of his barrier magic to try to force Vyna back. His other sword ready, he attempted to strike a slash at her when the opening appears. But Mehran did not know the full extent of her powers yet. Perhaps he could still be surprised yet...</div></blockquote><br/>Vyna was forced back by the magical barrier, her mind refocused and she projected her magic once again. Instead of concentrating on wind, she used her power to place a vector plate under her opponent, facing away from Vyna. It was rushed, sloppily made and far from her best work, but it hopefully had enough behind it to unbalance her opponent and send her back a bit. The plate would send him back slightly. <br/><br/>Vyna smiled as she hopped back again. ""You want to end this so soon? The fun's just getting started Mehran."" She replied cockily, she created another vector plate in front of her, though this one took about two seconds. She moved forward the plate accelerating her as she stabbed forward. <br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Now this is where it starts to get interesting...</span></div></blockquote><br/><br/>Taken aback as the ground pulled him back, Mehran cringed as Vyna accelerated forward with her blade. However, instead of trying to get his footing back, he allowed himself to fall down, hoping the blade would miss while he powered up the barrier around his body at maximum for any impact. But unexpectedly, his leg suddenly hooked onto Vyna's ankle, causing her to fall down over him. To his bewilderment, his eyes met the young lady's just inches in front of him, her body sprawled over him in a very awkward position.<br/><br/>""A-Ah-"" he stammered, losing his cool as his face turned rosy, ""I apologize!-""<br/><br/>He would not be able to finish his apology for long."
10453,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=100,2015-01-01T01:15:00,Estva,"Koren heard the instructions given to him, and knew that he was going to enjoy the learning experience from the fights. The spar everyone had seen was interesting, and he knew he could learn much from the duel regardless of victory or defeat.<br/><br/>Going towards a man shouting out the contestants, and whom was fight who, Koren learned he would be set up against Jynna, the incredibly built woman he had charmed on the shuttle, or at least tried to. She was exceptionally strong, very powerful, and he could tell just from looking at her that any attempt at close range combat without the use of magic would result in Koren's complete annihilation. Luckily, he was aware of how susceptible she was to his mental magic, and as far as he knew she was not at the level he was.<br/><br/>Some of the other combatants were already fighting, as he heard sparing and the occasional magical spell being used from the other arenas. Eventually, he found his designated arena and entered.<br/><br/>He entered the disk leading to the arena, and sat down. As Jynna had not yet arrived, he mediated and prepared himself mentally. He wasn't going to be able to fight her at close range, so he had to disable her ability to fight, and then strike with his combat abilities when she was weak, or really smash her with a kinetic blast. He slowly purged any thoughts of fear or nervousness from his mind, and prepared for the upcoming struggle."
10454,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=100,2015-01-01T01:48:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Wolfenium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22982550#p22982550"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22975308#p22975308"">wrote</a>:</cite>Vyna was forced back by the magical barrier, her mind refocused and she projected her magic once again. Instead of concentrating on wind, she used her power to place a vector plate under her opponent, facing away from Vyna. It was rushed, sloppily made and far from her best work, but it hopefully had enough behind it to unbalance her opponent and send her back a bit. The plate would send him back slightly. <br/><br/>Vyna smiled as she hopped back again. ""You want to end this so soon? The fun's just getting started Mehran."" She replied cockily, she created another vector plate in front of her, though this one took about two seconds. She moved forward the plate accelerating her as she stabbed forward. <br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Now this is where it starts to get interesting...</span></div></blockquote><br/><br/>Taken aback as the ground pulled him back, Mehran cringed as Vyna accelerated forward with her blade. However, instead of trying to get his footing back, he allowed himself to fall down, hoping the blade would miss while he powered up the barrier around his body at maximum for any impact. But unexpectedly, his leg suddenly hooked onto Vyna's ankle, causing her to fall down over him. To his bewilderment, his eyes met the young lady's just inches in front of him, her body sprawled over him in a very awkward position.<br/><br/>""A-Ah-"" he stammered, losing his cool as his face turned rosy, ""I apologize!-""<br/><br/>He would not be able to finish his apology for long.</div></blockquote><br/>Vyna paused for a second, looking Mehran in the eyes and holding his gaze. Then her face turned red with embarrassment as she realized what a compromising position this was, anger and shame coursing through her mind. She almost leaped up, grabbing her blade from the ground with a shrill and rather undignified shriek. ""You... you dolt!"" She shouted, angry, both at her pride being wounded by this display of clumsiness in front of others. Just thinking of how this could look annoyed her.""You did that on purpose didn't you!"" She continued, pressing her blade against his chest armour, her eyes seething with rage and her face still slightly red with embarrassment.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Estva <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22983382#p22983382"">wrote</a>:</cite>Koren heard the instructions given to him, and knew that he was going to enjoy the learning experience from the fights. The spar everyone had seen was interesting, and he knew he could learn much from the duel regardless of victory or defeat.<br/><br/>Going towards a man shouting out the contestants, and whom was fight who, Koren learned he would be set up against Jynna, the incredibly built woman he had charmed on the shuttle, or at least tried to. She was exceptionally strong, very powerful, and he could tell just from looking at her that any attempt at close range combat without the use of magic would result in Koren's complete annihilation. Luckily, he was aware of how susceptible she was to his mental magic, and as far as he knew she was not at the level he was.<br/><br/>Some of the other combatants were already fighting, as he heard sparing and the occasional magical spell being used from the other arenas. Eventually, he found his designated arena and entered. <br/><br/>He entered the disk leading to the arena, and sat down. As Jynna had not yet arrived, he mediated and prepared himself mentally. He wasn't going to be able to fight her at close range, so he had to disable her ability to fight, and then strike with his combat abilities when she was weak, or really smash her with a kinetic blast. He slowly purged any thoughts of fear or nervousness from his mind, and prepared for the upcoming struggle.</div></blockquote><br/>Unfortunately for the meditating boy, his calm might be interrupted by a loud and enthusiastic. ""Hi Koren!"" From the girl on the other end, not normally so excitable, but she had gotten a really good first impression of Koren from their meeting in the chariot for some reason. She couldn't quite explain it. ""I'm Jynna. We met on the chariot, remember?"" She added, just in case he had forgotten her name.<br/><br/>Jyn didn't really have a plan at the moment. Though any which she came up with would likely be very straightforward and simple. She wasn't too sure what to make of Koren at the moment in terms of fighting ability..."
10455,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=100,2015-01-01T01:55:00,Estva,"<blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22983627#p22983627"">wrote</a>:</cite>Unfortunately for the meditating boy, his calm might be interrupted by a loud and enthusiastic. ""Hi Koren!"" From the girl on the other end, not normally so excitable, but she had gotten a really good first impression of Koren from their meeting in the chariot for some reason. She couldn't quite explain it. ""I'm Jynna. We met on the chariot, remember?"" She added, just in case he had forgotten her name. <br/><br/>Jyn didn't really have a plan at the moment. Though any which she came up with would likely be very straightforward and simple. She wasn't too sure what to make of Koren at the moment in terms of fighting ability...</div></blockquote><br/>Koren's meditation was interrupted by a loud, but friendly greeting from Jynna. She was indeed how Koren remembered her, and her physical power was pretty apparent just by looking at her and how she moved. Still, Koren was not intimated, but respected Jynna for her power.<br/><br/>He ended his meditation, and went to return the greeting, using his normal mental abilities to appear charming.<br/><br/>""Hello Jynna! I do remember you, it seemed we were about to enter pleasant conversation before the bard started launching his accusations. Are you ready for the duel? I'm quite excited for it, we can start heading down as soon as your ready.""<br/><br/>He motioned toward the arena."
10456,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=100,2015-01-01T05:58:00,Wolfenium,"<blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22983627#p22983627"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Wolfenium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22982550#p22982550"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><br/>Taken aback as the ground pulled him back, Mehran cringed as Vyna accelerated forward with her blade. However, instead of trying to get his footing back, he allowed himself to fall down, hoping the blade would miss while he powered up the barrier around his body at maximum for any impact. But unexpectedly, his leg suddenly hooked onto Vyna's ankle, causing her to fall down over him. To his bewilderment, his eyes met the young lady's just inches in front of him, her body sprawled over him in a very awkward position.<br/><br/>""A-Ah-"" he stammered, losing his cool as his face turned rosy, ""I apologize!-""<br/><br/>He would not be able to finish his apology for long.</div></blockquote><br/>Vyna paused for a second, looking Mehran in the eyes and holding his gaze. Then her face turned red with embarrassment as she realized what a compromising position this was, anger and shame coursing through her mind. She almost leaped up, grabbing her blade from the ground with a shrill and rather undignified shriek. ""You... you dolt!"" She shouted, angry, both at her pride being wounded by this display of clumsiness in front of others. Just thinking of how this could look annoyed her.""You did that on purpose didn't you!"" She continued, pressing her blade against his chest armour, her eyes seething with rage and her face still slightly red with embarrassment. </div></blockquote><br/><br/>Upping the barrier magic over his chest, Mehran uncharacteristically panicked at the indignant girl's accusation. Stammering out more apologies, he blurted, ""I didn't mean to! I concede! Calm down, Miss! I said I was sorry!""<br/><br/>Watching the scene from the stands, Niloofar merely sighed at the scene. It went a lot more differently than she expected. No less worse, but at least nothing serious happened. The only thing left to do was wait for the referee to restrain Vyna and vacate the two."
10457,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=100,2015-01-01T08:57:00,The Starlight,"Ellyn walked over to her armor and looked at it for a second, before putting it on her with a snap of her fingers, like Aressa had done. When her name was called, she walked to her arena, waiting for Aris. This would be interesting. As Aris walked in, with his armor on, she bowed and then summoned her sword and spear with a word. ""Shall we dance?"" she asked with a slow smile."
10458,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=100,2015-01-01T19:37:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Estva <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22983666#p22983666"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22983627#p22983627"">wrote</a>:</cite>Unfortunately for the meditating boy, his calm might be interrupted by a loud and enthusiastic. ""Hi Koren!"" From the girl on the other end, not normally so excitable, but she had gotten a really good first impression of Koren from their meeting in the chariot for some reason. She couldn't quite explain it. ""I'm Jynna. We met on the chariot, remember?"" She added, just in case he had forgotten her name. <br/><br/>Jyn didn't really have a plan at the moment. Though any which she came up with would likely be very straightforward and simple. She wasn't too sure what to make of Koren at the moment in terms of fighting ability...</div></blockquote><br/>Koren's meditation was interrupted by a loud, but friendly greeting from Jynna. She was indeed how Koren remembered her, and her physical power was pretty apparent just by looking at her and how she moved. Still, Koren was not intimated, but respected Jynna for her power. <br/><br/>He ended his meditation, and went to return the greeting, using his normal mental abilities to appear charming.<br/><br/>""Hello Jynna! I do remember you, it seemed we were about to enter pleasant conversation before the bard started launching his accusations. Are you ready for the duel? I'm quite excited for it, we can start heading down as soon as your ready.""<br/><br/>He motioned toward the arena.</div></blockquote><br/>Jyn nodded, her smile widening as Koren remembered her. Again, Jynna felt the man seemed quite nice and even charming, though she wasn't quite sure what made her feel that way... ""Yup. I'm ready if you are,"" She replied. She moved onto her own disc, waiting for it to descend. Her armour clanked as she moved, the plates of metal making the girl look even taller.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Wolfenium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22984655#p22984655"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22983627#p22983627"">wrote</a>:</cite>Vyna paused for a second, looking Mehran in the eyes and holding his gaze. Then her face turned red with embarrassment as she realized what a compromising position this was, anger and shame coursing through her mind. She almost leaped up, grabbing her blade from the ground with a shrill and rather undignified shriek. ""You... you dolt!"" She shouted, angry, both at her pride being wounded by this display of clumsiness in front of others. Just thinking of how this could look annoyed her.""You did that on purpose didn't you!"" She continued, pressing her blade against his chest armour, her eyes seething with rage and her face still slightly red with embarrassment. </div></blockquote><br/><br/>Upping the barrier magic over his chest, Mehran uncharacteristically panicked at the indignant girl's accusation. Stammering out more apologies, he blurted, ""I didn't mean to! I concede! Calm down, Miss! I said I was sorry!""<br/><br/>Watching the scene from the stands, Niloofar merely sighed at the scene. It went a lot more differently than she expected. No less worse, but at least nothing serious happened. The only thing left to do was wait for the referee to restrain Vyna and vacate the two.</div></blockquote><br/>She held the blade to his chest still, gritting her teeth. ""What do you mean you didn't mean to? You obviously tripped me on purpose so you could have me on top of you! You... You pervert!"" She continued ranting indignantly, upset to have been embarrassed publicly. She didn't really believe the things she was saying, she was more trying to save face with some wild story and caught up in her own embarrassment and anger, adrenalin from the duel still coursing through her veins.<br/><br/>Once she realised she was creating a scene, she stopped, then sighed. ""Right. Get up."" She said. Stepping away from him and giving the other fighter room, her eyes narrowed and her grip tightened. ""This is far from over."""
10459,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=100,2015-01-02T23:26:00,Escalan Corps-Star Island,"<span style=""margin-left: 20px;""></span>Kiri had watched the Aspirant demonstrate the armour and weaponry, but paid the most attention to the former. As her uncle had been the one to leave her her sword, albeit through curious means, she had never received armour and so only knew the theory behind it. Watching it disappear and re-manifest around Aressa's form was both entertaining and enticing. She had left everything except the clothes she wore and her sword behind in their common room, and she stepped lightly up to the suit of armour with her name on it.<br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 20px;""></span>She reached out a hand to touch it, and as her fingers brushed the glassy surface, another purple spark, stronger this time, flashed between her and the equipment. She grimaced as her hand tingled, hoping nobody had been paying attention. As others were beginning to leave, she snapped her fingers to place it in a Storage Unit. Walking along behind Aressa, almost giddy with excitement, she forced her nerves to calm, knowing she needed her focus for the fight ahead. Briefly listening to the greeting, she ducked her head, closed her eyes, and began a sort of meditation she had learned from reading and research. She cut it short as he could hear the noise of a duel in the background, but it had served its base purpose of calming her down.<br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 20px;""></span>Kiri raised her eyes to turn and watch. She was impressed by the speed; it almost matched what she had seen in old holos of knights of the Phantom Blade duelling those from the Heathen Hosts during the wars. She realised quickly that the training was impeccable and ordered, but gave the combatants room to factor in their own fighting styles. She noticed the female's chant for what it was fairly early: though she had no idea what the spell being used was, it was clear from her concentration it was in effect her trump card. When at last she stood victorious, Kiri made a mental note of her features— she liked the girl's agility and mannerisms with her strange blade.<br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 20px;""></span>As students began to take the floor, Kiri snapped her fingers again and turned to the armour. Scowling at its mirrored surface, she cautiously touched it again. Nothing happened. Kiri snapped. It disappeared. Two snaps. It materialised around her, fitting tightly but not uncomfortably. She pulled the helmet from her head as she waited, long black hair forming a sort of dark halo around her head. Shifting her weight from foot to foot, she tested the mobility of the suit. Good, but not as nice as she had been led to expect from the stories and accounts. She'd have to modify it later if that was permitted. But at least the colour-scheme matched her sword. She pulled it from where it hung at her right hip, testing its weight. Although she had practiced for years with this blade, she'd only taken on other enthusiasts in mock battles a few times, and then only in a sort of choreographed manner to avoid injury, seeing as none of them had had armour, and Aspirlacial had been the only one with a true sword.<br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 20px;""></span><span style=""font-style: italic"">Ilýcralad</span>. The name, meaning ""Joy"", had been attached to the weapon when she found it, along with an explanation. Although the sword bore the colours of the Phantom Blade, it was of a different and older design, one her uncle had made himself while with the Lawless Orders before the war. Although never his main weapon— indeed, it was more of a short-sword to him given his height— it had seen service, though he had engaged a limiter, and told her not to disable it until she knew how to use it well enough to merit such action. The energy blade itself was straight, with a plain hilt and a practically mediæval form, but it was light as a feather and could punish an opponent. She unsheathed it, engaged the energy field, and tapped it against her armour, testing the resistance. She began a few practice swings, getting used to the heft of the blade while wearing the shielding.<br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 20px;""></span>Thus it was that by the tame her name was called, she was feeling both calm and prepared for what lay ahead. ""Aspirlacial. MacÌomhair."" She held Ilýcralad lightly in her left hand, blade off, as she walked into the nearest arena, holding her helmet under her other arm. Eamonn faced her across the arena, looking a bit disinterested but ready. She grimaced internally; he'd be a hard one to read. She bowed gracefully, sweeping her helmet back onto her head fluidly and engaging the fields on the armour. 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10460,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=100,2015-01-03T01:45:00,Sil Arion,"The walk back from the dorm was nice. Quiet chatter and an aura of excitement tinged with nervousness, while Aressa and Arcander lead the way. To the Silver Games.<br/><br/>Aris thought back on the dormitories. Wonderful as they were, he hadn’t a chance to find a roommate among his new family, little time as there had been. And there certainly hadn’t been to time to unpack furnishings and decorations either, let alone all his cooking supplies and wares. But, perhaps he’d be able to cook his new family a meal afterwards? He’d missed out on first afternoon tea-time and second snack-time due to the schedule. And a nap. Not that he regretted it. The ceremony had been simply<span style=""font-style: italic"">amazing</span>. Though his energy was a little low.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Hm.</span>He had to eat a lot after all, constantly casting Level One Energy Alter as he always did to boost his metabolism.<span style=""font-style: italic"">’Tis the price I pay for my weaknesses.</span>He’d already infused another ration of produced energy in his gems while sleeping on the chariot.<br/><br/>But. It<span style=""font-style: italic"">had</span>been a wonderful day. And with the best part still to come.<br/><br/>Though the armor – he wasn’t the greatest fan of it. While it offered some protection, he’d never worn armor before, not once in the long night spent in the undercity, nor at Cathedral Delphi. A mistake on his part, then. One he would rectify with daily practice. His mobility would be hampered, but not greatly, and the armor’s shields allowed him better ability to grapple opponents’ energy weapons.<span style=""font-style: italic"">A fair trade, I suppose.</span>Enough to notice to bear in mind a need for future modifications, as maneuverability was one of his largest advantages in any fight, no matter the terrain or circumstance.<span style=""font-style: italic"">But I’ll have to speak with Arcander.</span>Later though.<br/><br/>all that, it was so smooth. Like ice, but warm, welcoming. He held up a gauntlet to his face as he walked, a bit marveled still. Form and function as one without a doubt, and polished like a dark mirror - shone clearly on its surface was his reflection, smiling back at him. So new, untarnished. Not quite a perfect match for him then, but it would be in time. Hellen likely would have berated him for his complaints, as the armor was clearly custom-fit for him, and of high quality. Emphasis on<span style=""font-style: italic"">high</span>. He shook his head, if a bit ruefully. It was quite beautiful. And thinking so much over his departed loved ones did no good. Hellen certainly wouldn’t have it.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Focus.</span><br/><br/>Then they were there, descending the steps through great doors into a massive stadium, filled with recessed arenas. Dueling circles.<br/><br/>He paid rapt attention, watching the two seniors step down into one circle as the blindfolded master spoke. A polite bow, a flourishing of weapons, and they were at it. They were both quite skilled as he followed every movement, his eyes a blur. That he could see. Any mistakes made were small, subtle things he noticed. How the Eleasir might have done better to parry further outward in her second and fifth counterattacks, or Persaes leverage his weapon more fully in his ninth blow to give more power. How Persaes only needed three, at most five, more successive blows to defeat Eleasir if not for the finishing spell; really, only three more seconds, if that, to secure a different ending. Minor mistakes. Ones that would be learned from, and so better them as knights. And people. They were his seniors after all. But still comparable in skill to himself, even if their strength was greater. He wasn’t confident in his skill to defeat them alone in open battle, but match them.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Yes.</span>He could.<br/><br/>Then the master spoke again. A list of names that clearly was not being read, as there was none visible.<span style=""font-style: italic"">How curious.</span>He waited, watching the hundreds of other students gathered as the names echoeds throughout the stadium, quiet whispers and excited chatter mixing. Then he heard it.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Ellyn.</span>A smile spread slowly across Aris’ face as he turned to her.<span style=""font-style: italic"">I will fight you, my love.</span><br/><br/>Too, he heard Arcander’s comment to Aressa, eight spots to his left. Holding in his mirth at that was rather difficult, but manageable. If barely.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Glad to be of service, seniors.</span>Even as a source of amusement for the two. Though, it was curious how that happened. Perhaps he’d have the opportunity to speak with this master afterwards and ask how the pairings are chosen.<br/><br/>But right now. He needed to be aware of his opponent.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Ellyn.</span><br/><br/>He analyzed Ellyn, eyes wandering over her form as he strode into the dueling circle, using the few seconds he had. Memorizing her body. Her energy. The length of her limbs, the sway of her hips, the swell of her chest, the set of her slender shoulders, her stance as her feet shifted. How she was just a tad shorter than he, but of similar build. Everything he needed to know for his instincts to act in the fight. The way her muscles moved as she turned to look at him.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Oh dear.</span>He met her gaze, resolute. Passion and yearning burned in his eyes, and hers mirrored his own and he felt further fire kindle in his heart.<span style=""font-style: italic"">She wants this too!</span>His smile grew into a wide grin.<br/><br/>This would be<span style=""font-style: italic"">fun</span>. Such excitement – he hadn’t felt like this in so long. Not even during the interview.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Focus.</span><br/><br/>But there was a fight to win now.<br/><br/>Watching as she summoned her weapons, he noted there qualities. A straight sword and spear, very personalized, with matching appearances. And very beautiful. The former well suited for close combat, in stabbing and slashing, a full quillion and hilt long enough for a two-handed grip, but light enough to prove ably wielded in one alone. The latter well balanced for the thrust, similarly in one or two hands. And throwing. He’d have to wary of that.<span style=""font-style: italic"">But how would she retrieve it?</span>Perhaps a wind-user. Or telekinesis. Likely a fighting style like his own. Highly aggressive and heavily acrobatic, emphasis on mobility. And very adaptive. With the addition of the spear, more capable of solid defense though than his own, at the cost of its size. Longer reach as well. He would begin without his blades then. Just his body. The armor’s shields protected well against blades, but brute kinetic force was another thing. Disarm and target the weak-spots. He would be at once slippery and sticky and strike with explosive force, as fire – and end the fight swiftly. Like the fire his old mentor, the Blue Knight Ante di lu Vian, had said he was so filled with.<br/><br/>He could safely assume her endurance and energy levels would be higher than his own. Like with any other opponent.<span style=""font-style: italic"">And I – I cannot kill her. Ellyn.</span>He’d have to hold back. At least some. But not too much, otherwise he would dishonor his beloved, and she would be – displeased. He shuddered internally at that. Testing her temper was not in his wishes. And knew how anger affected oneself. It would take skill then. The one thing he had in abundance. Headmistress Ion had told him so, that last night at Cathedral Delphi. And she told him to be the best he could be.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">And in the end, that is all one can do.</span>It would be difficult. All his life before beginning his training, he fought to kill. For to kill was to live, and to live was to win for then and only then would his family live too. But not anymore. And he was glad for it – truly – he hated to take a life. No matter the dozens he took back on Akaea. He would have to strike a fatal blow without intent to kill Ellyn. A difficult task to be sure, something he wasn’t accustomed too.<br/><br/>Of course, he only had three years of training in his magic as well. If that. On top of his inferior endurance and energy. Level Two Energy Alter would help offset that by doubling his speed, strength, agility and awareness – all his natural abilities. Though he couldn’t sustain for long. If he wanted to be up and awake afterwards. Or at all well. He didn’t know what was after this.<br/><br/>So minutes. Maybe.<br/><br/>Indeed, he had several disadvantages. Even severe. But ones he could overcome. Statistics were not everything; numbers alone do not win a battle. And he had faced far worse, after all. For a moment, his gaze turned long, off into the distance as if staring at something no other could see.<span style=""font-style: italic"">A flash of red. Shifting shadows, clicking and chittering noises in the background. Screams and corpses.</span>He shook his head.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Now is not the time.</span>Inhale. Exhale. Three deep breaths, then bowed his head.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Focus.</span>Closing his eyes, he looked inward, inside himself to the world he called his soul, a beautiful, breathtaking landscape filled with clean air and golden sunshine atop snow-capped mountains girded in white clouds, so high above the sea and forest and rivers below. He could feel it. The cool winds on his back. The sun on his face. The crunch of snow beneath his boots. The smell of the sea. The world singing to him its song; an ugly yet beautiful world. His home. His peace. His center.<br/><br/>He opened his eyes.<br/><br/>He would show her his best. And nothing less. Shifting from his standing position, he flowed through several basic stretches, testing his new mobility as he slowly bent over himself and performed a slow walking backflip to finish, accustoming himself to the shifts in weight, to the air. He was focused. He was ready.<br/><br/>He bowed, a flourish of his hands, one at his side, the other across his chest. “As you wish,<span style=""font-style: italic"">kyria mou</span>.”<span style=""font-style: italic"">My love.</span>He would show her all he was.<br/><br/>Ten seconds.<br/><br/>He mouthed the chant, unheard words from his lips.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Energy Alter.</span>He closed his eyes again. Looking inward, reaching. At his magical core. A pulsating, spinning orb of golden power, his life energy, small and frail, but bright. Like a newborn star, shining in a constellation of lesser, but no less beautiful stars – the gems in his blades, earrings and bands, his necklace, and the circlet on his brow, from which he drew threads of gold, pulling stored power into his core, gathering in his heart of hearts until a great swirling sphere of energy had grown, many times its original size. It flared and burned, cascading arcs of power surging outward.<br/><br/>Then he folded it once on itself, squeezing the star. Condensing it. Focusing the power.<br/><br/>And then released.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Level Two.</span>An exploding star. A supernova.<br/><br/>A wave of energy burst through his body, filling every cell, circulating inside the bounds of his body. His bones and muscles like steel, blood and heart of fire. His body a sword forged for war. His copper skin shone light from the inside, and his hair seemed alight with white flames, whipping in a wind that didn’t exist a breath before. He opened his eyes, and they were aglow, gleaming solid gold like twin stars. Burning eyes that fell on Ellyn, and a faint smile across lips red as heart’s blood.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Begin.</span>He tensed. Then disappeared from sight."
10461,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=100,2015-01-03T01:47:00,Wolfenium,"<blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22991124#p22991124"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Wolfenium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22984655#p22984655"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Upping the barrier magic over his chest, Mehran uncharacteristically panicked at the indignant girl's accusation. Stammering out more apologies, he blurted, ""I didn't mean to! I concede! Calm down, Miss! I said I was sorry!""<br/><br/>Watching the scene from the stands, Niloofar merely sighed at the scene. It went a lot more differently than she expected. No less worse, but at least nothing serious happened. The only thing left to do was wait for the referee to restrain Vyna and vacate the two.</div></blockquote><br/>She held the blade to his chest still, gritting her teeth. ""What do you mean you didn't mean to? You obviously tripped me on purpose so you could have me on top of you! You... You pervert!"" She continued ranting indignantly, upset to have been embarrassed publicly. She didn't really believe the things she was saying, she was more trying to save face with some wild story and caught up in her own embarrassment and anger, adrenalin from the duel still coursing through her veins. <br/><br/>Once she realised she was creating a scene, she stopped, then sighed. ""Right. Get up."" She said. Stepping away from him and giving the other fighter room, her eyes narrowed and her grip tightened. ""This is far from over.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""A-Ah. If you insist,"" blurted the bewildered young man, feeling bit relieved that she still intended to continue. Signalling the referee to retract his words, he stepped back to give Vyna some space as well. He almost went on to ramble in his defence, given how much she just maligned him in her agitation. But on hindsight, this was neither the time nor the place.<br/><br/>Strangely, rather than return to the fray immediately, the boy went back towards the entrance, dusting off his shades on the floor as he quietly put them on. This time, however, he was not wasting his breath with words, drawing his blades as he crossed them before him, his stance ready to take her on.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Escalan Corps-Star Island <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23006520#p23006520"">wrote</a>:</cite>-snip-</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Getting to his feet at the call, Eamonn dragged his blade like a lumbering giant into the arena, the<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://img1.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20140521153903/thdf/images/3/39/Elucidator.png"" rel=""nofollow"">black blade</a>matching his armour and appearance. It did not appear like a conventional energy sword, with a reinforced steel alloy blade made for cutting. But as he summoned his energy, a bright red glow overcame the edge. Even then, there was doubt whether the energy-imbued edge was any proof that it was a true energy sword.<br/><br/>A quick glance at the peculiar shape of Kiri's blade, Eamonn's eyes could not help but narrow. He was sure he had seen it somewhere, but he could not identify the make of it off the bat. Glaring up at the cheery girl, Eamonn felt genuinely put off by her jovial smile. Nonetheless, he managed to muster at least some measure of manner, forcing his head down in what looked more than a nod than an actual bow.<br/><br/>""'<span style=""font-style: italic"">Bhrón</span>',"" he uttered in a monotone, his sword slightly raised to the ground as he stood at the ready, ""that is my sword's name. Rather ridiculous for a sword named 'sorrow' to be clashing with one called '<span style=""font-style: italic"">joy</span>'. Did you come up with it?""<br/><br/>Something seemed to be up with him, as if he seemed to know more than he let on. Then again, Kiri's family were not strangers, and it would not be too hard to learn of them from any history tome. But for him to identify her sword seemed way too deep. It made him look unwittingly like a stalker. Had he looked more masculine, he might have easily came across as one."
10462,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=100,2015-01-03T08:17:00,Escalan Corps-Star Island,"<blockquote><div><cite>Wolfenium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23007513#p23007513"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Escalan Corps-Star Island <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23006520#p23006520"">wrote</a>:</cite>-snip-</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Getting to his feet at the call, Eamonn dragged his blade like a lumbering giant into the arena, the <a class=""postlink"" href=""http://img1.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20140521153903/thdf/images/3/39/Elucidator.png"" rel=""nofollow"">black blade</a> matching his armour and appearance. It did not appear like a conventional energy sword, with a reinforced steel alloy blade made for cutting. But as he summoned his energy, a bright red glow overcame the edge. Even then, there was doubt whether the energy-imbued edge was any proof that it was a true energy sword.<br/><br/>A quick glance at the peculiar shape of Kiri's blade, Eamonn's eyes could not help but narrow. He was sure he had seen it somewhere, but he could not identify the make of it off the bat. Glaring up at the cheery girl, Eamonn felt genuinely put off by her jovial smile. Nonetheless, he managed to muster at least some measure of manner, forcing his head down in what looked more than a nod than an actual bow.<br/><br/>""'<span style=""font-style: italic"">Bhrón</span>',"" he uttered in a monotone, his sword slightly raised to the ground as he stood at the ready, ""that is my sword's name. Rather ridiculous for a sword named 'sorrow' to be clashing with one called '<span style=""font-style: italic"">joy</span>'. Did you come up with it?""<br/><br/>Something seemed to be up with him, as if he seemed to know more than he let on. Then again, Kiri's family were not strangers, and it would not be too hard to learn of them from any history tome. But for him to identify her sword seemed way too deep. It made him look unwittingly like a stalker. Had he looked more masculine, he might have easily came across as one.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 20px;""></span>Facing her across the floor of the arena, Eamonn remained almost emotionless, and the way he dragged his sword made him conspicuous already. As he brought it around to the fore, she could see the edge, but decided in one look she'd be better off if it didn't touch her. As he bowed stiffly and awkwardly, she couldn't help but feel a bit sorry for how stilted this must feel for him. As he spoke, she noted how flat his voice was as well, something she expected to hear but remained uncomfortable.<br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 20px;""></span>""Did I come up with it myself? No,"" Kiri laughed in response, spinning the hilt between her fingers. ""If you can understand the name, I though perhaps you would recognise where it came from. Given that, it's funny indeed that yours is called ""Sorrow"".""<br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 20px;""></span>She paused for a second, blinking rapidly to clear her eyes. ""Did you come up with it?"" she asked, tightening her posture and readying her stance even further."
10463,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=125,2015-01-03T08:39:00,The Starlight,"<blockquote><div><cite>Sil Arion <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23007499#p23007499"">wrote</a>:</cite>-snip-</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Ellyn looked back at Aris assessing the distance between them, and his stance. And his eyes, burning with a longing and excitement that she was almost frightened by, but instead comforted, knowing that her eyes were the same. She raised an eyebrow when he did a walking backflip, showing her that he was just as acrobatic as she was. She analyzed why he hadn't summoned any of his weapons. Was he planning to use hand combat skills? As the countdown began, she got into her own stance, one foot forward, the other back, with her spear pointed at him, and the sword pointing slightly down.<br/><br/>As the countdown continued she looked at Aris, and how he suddenly blazed with a holy, wondrous fire, his hair seemingly ablaze and those eyes, the color of gold. She didn't know his capabilities, but it was obvious that he had infused himself with a magical energy, that would make him stronger, or perhaps faster? There were too many questions, but it was time to fight.<br/><br/>And then, he disappeared. Ellyn sighed, a bit disappointed. But this meant that he did not want to face her directly, meaning that there was some weakness to exploit. She closed her eyes, giving herself three seconds to detect him with her ears, but she heard nothing. He had obviously done this before. At the end of three seconds, she opened her eyes again. There was no telltale sign of him, no shimmer in the air or a buzz like sound.<br/><br/>She hated to reveal her hand so early, but he would be able to sneak up upon her, tackle her or even disarm her. She had no choice. Chanting quietly, not wanting to give any of her spells to the spectators, but knowing that she only had seconds, she focused onto her mind's energy, channeled it into her spear and slammed it down on the ground, sending a strong telekinetic blast through the ground, which would hopefully blast Aris off his feet and disrupt his magic. As she listened intently as her blast spread through the ground, she backed up toward a wall, ensuring that she could not be attacked from behind. Now, she focused her ears, listening for a sound. If her telekinetic blast didn't work, she would have to come up with something else, a shield forged by her mind's will perhaps.<br/><br/>But if Aris wanted to play Hide and Seek, she would oblige him, she thought, starting to smile.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Let the Silver Games begin.</span>"
10464,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=125,2015-01-03T09:00:00,Wolfenium,"<blockquote><div><cite>Escalan Corps-Star Island <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23009214#p23009214"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Wolfenium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23007513#p23007513"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Getting to his feet at the call, Eamonn dragged his blade like a lumbering giant into the arena, the <a class=""postlink"" href=""http://img1.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20140521153903/thdf/images/3/39/Elucidator.png"" rel=""nofollow"">black blade</a> matching his armour and appearance. It did not appear like a conventional energy sword, with a reinforced steel alloy blade made for cutting. But as he summoned his energy, a bright red glow overcame the edge. Even then, there was doubt whether the energy-imbued edge was any proof that it was a true energy sword.<br/><br/>A quick glance at the peculiar shape of Kiri's blade, Eamonn's eyes could not help but narrow. He was sure he had seen it somewhere, but he could not identify the make of it off the bat. Glaring up at the cheery girl, Eamonn felt genuinely put off by her jovial smile. Nonetheless, he managed to muster at least some measure of manner, forcing his head down in what looked more than a nod than an actual bow.<br/><br/>""'<span style=""font-style: italic"">Bhrón</span>',"" he uttered in a monotone, his sword slightly raised to the ground as he stood at the ready, ""that is my sword's name. Rather ridiculous for a sword named 'sorrow' to be clashing with one called '<span style=""font-style: italic"">joy</span>'. Did you come up with it?""<br/><br/>Something seemed to be up with him, as if he seemed to know more than he let on. Then again, Kiri's family were not strangers, and it would not be too hard to learn of them from any history tome. But for him to identify her sword seemed way too deep. It made him look unwittingly like a stalker. Had he looked more masculine, he might have easily came across as one.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 20px;""></span>Facing her across the floor of the arena, Eamonn remained almost emotionless, and the way he dragged his sword made him conspicuous already. As he brought it around to the fore, she could see the edge, but decided in one look she'd be better off if it didn't touch her. As he bowed stiffly and awkwardly, she couldn't help but feel a bit sorry for how stilted this must feel for him. As he spoke, she noted how flat his voice was as well, something she expected to hear but remained uncomfortable.<br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 20px;""></span>""Did I come up with it myself? No,"" Kiri laughed in response, spinning the hilt between her fingers. ""If you can understand the name, I though perhaps you would recognise where it came from. Given that, it's funny indeed that yours is called ""Sorrow"".""<br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 20px;""></span>She paused for a second, blinking rapidly to clear her eyes. ""Did you come up with it?"" she asked, tightening her posture and readying her stance even further.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Glaring coldly at the girl, Eamonn responded blandly, ""well, it's not like the bards don't sing your family name on a regular basis. If I'm not mistaken, it belonged to a knight-errand from your house. As for my sword, I suppose I did name it myself. It's a reminder for me. I suppose that's enough small talk.""<br/><br/>As silence fell over the arena, Eamonn waited as the referee counted down for the signal. Gripping his sword in a fool's guard, he quietly circled his opponent like a wolf, his eyes tracing her own for movement. It was a tense moment, one he waited until the last moment. Finally, as the signal came, he made a couple of quick skips in a zig-zag to confuse her, dashing forth in a burst of speed as he made his first strike, an upward swing right at her torso as he yelled to at the top of his lungs."
10465,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=125,2015-01-03T09:38:00,Escalan Corps-Star Island,"<blockquote><div><cite>Wolfenium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23009571#p23009571"">wrote</a>:</cite>Glaring coldly at the girl, Eamonn responded blandly, ""well, it's not like the bards don't sing your family name on a regular basis. If I'm not mistaken, it belonged to a knight-errand from your house. As for my sword, I suppose I did name it myself. It's a reminder for me. I suppose that's enough small talk.""<br/><br/>As silence fell over the arena, Eamonn waited as the referee counted down for the signal. Gripping his sword in a fool's guard, he quietly circled his opponent like a wolf, his eyes tracing her own for movement. It was a tense moment, one he waited until the last moment. Finally, as the signal came, he made a couple of quick skips in a zig-zag to confuse her, dashing forth in a burst of speed as he made his first strike, an upward swing right at her torso as he yelled to at the top of his lungs.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 20px;""></span>""Ha!"" Kiri exclaimed at his assertion. ""If they sing it, it's just as likely to be a curse as a praise."" She shifted her weight between feet, holding her left arm back behind her a bit and placing her right in what appeared to be a blocking position, which was of course odd since she didn't have any sort of shield or buckler.<br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 20px;""></span><span style=""font-style: italic"">7.</span>Kiri forced herself to stay calm as Eamonn began to circle her. Standing fixed, resisting the urge to turn her head and follow his movement, she could feel him moving behind her.<br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 20px;""></span><span style=""font-style: italic"">6. I've never fought a duel before. What am I thinking? How in Aradain's name do I expect to stand a chance?</span><br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 20px;""></span><span style=""font-style: italic"">5. No. I can't doubt myself, not now. I've come this far, and I'm fast enough to do this.</span><br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 20px;""></span><span style=""font-style: italic"">4.</span>Eamonn had circled back around to the front now, and she stood tracking his gaze with her own. His eyes flickered a few times, hinting at his actions.<br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 20px;""></span><span style=""font-style: italic"">3. He'll be moving fast, probably erratically. I can't dodge to either side effectively.</span>She tensed her left wrist, preparing to block his first stroke.<br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 20px;""></span><span style=""font-style: italic"">2.</span>Kiri set her feet. Watching Eamonn more closely, she noticed he favoured his sword-hand side on movement.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Got ya!</span><br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 20px;""></span><span style=""font-style: italic"">1.</span>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">En garde!</span>"" she called out.<br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 20px;""></span><span style=""font-style: italic"">0.</span><br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 20px;""></span>He dashed forwards veritably screaming, feet kicking off of the arena surface to deliver a powerful upward stroke. She saw it coming and dropped backwards, rolling to the side to avoid the downswing that followed. She could hear the hum of the blade as it passed her head. Rolling to her feet as he spun around, she engaged the blade on Ilýcralad and delivered a blow to his left thigh. But the range was off, and though it connected, the blade skittered off the energy fields at an odd angle. She barely managed to pull the sword back in time to counter his next attack.<br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 20px;""></span><span style=""font-style: italic"">This won't be pretty at all,</span>she realised. Delivering three rapid overhands to his left side, she gained a little ground as the blades crackled together. She disengaged for a moment and looked at him, hoping to see how he fared."
10466,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=125,2015-01-03T09:49:00,Wolfenium,"<blockquote><div><cite>Escalan Corps-Star Island <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23009897#p23009897"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Wolfenium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23009571#p23009571"">wrote</a>:</cite>Glaring coldly at the girl, Eamonn responded blandly, ""well, it's not like the bards don't sing your family name on a regular basis. If I'm not mistaken, it belonged to a knight-errand from your house. As for my sword, I suppose I did name it myself. It's a reminder for me. I suppose that's enough small talk.""<br/><br/>As silence fell over the arena, Eamonn waited as the referee counted down for the signal. Gripping his sword in a fool's guard, he quietly circled his opponent like a wolf, his eyes tracing her own for movement. It was a tense moment, one he waited until the last moment. Finally, as the signal came, he made a couple of quick skips in a zig-zag to confuse her, dashing forth in a burst of speed as he made his first strike, an upward swing right at her torso as he yelled to at the top of his lungs.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 20px;""></span>""Ha!"" Kiri exclaimed at his assertion. ""If they sing it, it's just as likely to be a curse as a praise."" She shifted her weight between feet, holding her left arm back behind her a bit and placing her right in what appeared to be a blocking position, which was of course odd since she didn't have any sort of shield or buckler.<br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 20px;""></span><span style=""font-style: italic"">7.</span> Kiri forced herself to stay calm as Eamonn began to circle her. Standing fixed, resisting the urge to turn her head and follow his movement, she could feel him moving behind her.<br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 20px;""></span><span style=""font-style: italic"">6. I've never fought a duel before. What am I thinking? How in Aradain's name do I expect to stand a chance?</span><br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 20px;""></span><span style=""font-style: italic"">5. No. I can't doubt myself, not now. I've come this far, and I'm fast enough to do this.</span><br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 20px;""></span><span style=""font-style: italic"">4.</span> Eamonn had circled back around to the front now, and she stood tracking his gaze with her own. His eyes flickered a few times, hinting at his actions.<br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 20px;""></span><span style=""font-style: italic"">3. He'll be moving fast, probably erratically. I can't dodge to either side effectively.</span> She tensed her left wrist, preparing to block his first stroke.<br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 20px;""></span><span style=""font-style: italic"">2.</span> Kiri set her feet. Watching Eamonn more closely, she noticed he favoured his sword-hand side on movement. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Got ya!</span><br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 20px;""></span><span style=""font-style: italic"">1.</span> ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">En garde!</span>"" she called out.<br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 20px;""></span><span style=""font-style: italic"">0.</span><br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 20px;""></span>He dashed forwards veritably screaming, feet kicking off of the arena surface to deliver a powerful upward stroke. She saw it coming and dropped backwards, rolling to the side to avoid the downswing that followed. She could hear the hum of the blade as it passed her head. Rolling to her feet as he spun around, she engaged the blade on Ilýcralad and delivered a blow to his left thigh. But the range was off, and though it connected, the blade skittered off the energy fields at an odd angle. She barely managed to pull the sword back in time to counter his next attack.<br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 20px;""></span><span style=""font-style: italic"">This won't be pretty at all,</span> she realised. Delivering three rapid overhands to his left side, she gained a little ground as the blades crackled together. She disengaged for a moment and looked at him, hoping to see how he fared.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Staggering back from the blows, Eamonn was visibly pissed at the blows, though hardly enough to take him down at all. Gripping his sword one handed, he appeared to be at a significant disadvantage on the onset. Still, he appeared to be biting the pain like a brute, a somewhat remarkable feat considering his outwardly feeble appearance. Charging again, he appeared to be more on his guard. Swapping his blade to his other hand at the last moment, he again tried to confuse her with side-stepping, though that covered little for his apparent shortcoming.<br/><br/>But one matter that was readily apparent was that he was holding back. He had yet to use his magic at all, and coupled with his weak spot, made him quite a weak fighter. Question was, why? Was he looking down on her, or was his saving his magic for another trick. Something was noticeable, however. His free hand involuntarily clutching as if he was holding an invisible second blade, he was<span style=""font-style: italic"">not</span>used to fighting with just one sword."
10467,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=125,2015-01-03T14:45:00,Sil Arion,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Starlight <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23009407#p23009407"">wrote</a>:</cite>-snip-</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Very well then.</span>His ploy had worked, as he could see from where he hung in midair. By her tense posture, eyes closed and attentive ears, she thought he had turned invisible or something similar and expected a sneak attack. She was certainly clever, and had a good mind for tactics.<span style=""font-style: italic"">But not quite enough.</span>Though, he was out of sight, so to say. And certainly not on the ground where. He grinned.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Hopefully she’s not disappointed.</span><br/><br/>Then he passed through the peak of his arc high above her and began falling back to the circle, watching<span style=""font-style: italic"">her</span>. The trajectory he took in his jump accounted for eight seconds in the air, enough time to cause his opponent misgivings; all warfare was based on deception, of course. Indeed, his ploy had worked very well, forcing her to reveal her magic as she backed directly away from her starting position, taking the shortest path, her back to the wall of the arena. Telekinesis. Just as he predicted. Though she likely had other tricks up her sleeve besides a single magic. Like he did. But now.<br/><br/>She was right where he wanted her.<br/><br/>A twist of limbs and his body began to twist in free fall, flipping and spinning himself on two axes to build up momentum. And force to strike. He was just above her, leg extending in a heavy dropkick. She looked up and caught his gaze and the telling smile on his face as he saw the look of realization on her face.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Hello, Ellyn.</span>She raised her sword and spear in a cross-block, and visibly braced herself in that bare fraction of second she had.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Energy Burst: Double Expel.</span>A flash of white-gold light and heat and sound as his leg impacted her as his kick increased instantaneously in force by an incredible amount as he expelled the gathered energy. A crack as the stone beneath her cratered and a small cloud of dust and chipped rock flew up. But she did not break; something resisted his blow. His eyes narrowed as he saw the air shimmering like haze beneath his kick; unstoppable force meeting an immovable object.<br/><br/>A telekinetic shield.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Clever.</span><br/><br/>He danced away and circled around as the dust swirled. She looked a little strained, and wary, but she was quickly recovering.<span style=""font-style: italic"">As I thought then.</span>That first testing blow had confirmed it; she had far superior endurance and energy compared to him if that blow caused only a bit of difficulty. Or at least that’s how it appeared to be. Regardless.<br/><br/>He couldn’t let up then. Not one breath.<br/><br/>He dove in to her left, slipping beneath the thrust of her spear as she spun to engage him, her sword sweeping from the right in an upcurving arc. But he was moving at double his own speed. At his base, he was already faster than most anyone his level, in sheer speed, agility and in reacting. He turned inside the thrust, and twisted as he bent under her slashing sword in that split second. Pursuing as she skipped backward, he spun inside a series of eight consecutive strikes, his hands and forearms, shins and feet directing aside the four he saw he needed to deflect. To slip inside her guard.<br/><br/>Then he was in her face, a hands breadth away, sticky hands flowing over her limbs as he opened up her defenses, pushing her weapons aside. She twisted away and kicked out herself to gain room, strong and powerful as she simultaneously spun counterclockwise to bring her sword around in sweeping overhand blow, spear coming in from below. A skillful move. But also the move he wanted her to make.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Always be steps ahead.</span>His eyes twinkled as he caught the kick under his arm and he lifted, throwing her hard over his shoulder towards the unforgiving stone as he swept out her other leg and threw himself sideways in an aerial backflip to land near atop she would strike.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Oho.</span>He watched, fascinated as he flipped in midair, craning his neck as she turned herself to plant her spear vertically into the floor just before striking it and swung around it like a pole and swung her sword up to meet him.<br/><br/>A lovely recovery, and a welcome surprise. She was a wonderful warrior.<br/><br/>His left hand brushed aside the sword as he dove headfirst into her, right hand reaching out to grasp her shoulder just as she planted her feet on solid ground. And then he grasped her shoulder, spun into a handstand, resisting the instinct to snap her neck, and dropped behind her just as she plunged the spear between his legs. A little too close for comfort. He adjusted his tactics. He bent over backward and cartwheeled to his right as his feet clamped onto her spear like pincers, trying to disarm her. She was good, following the pull and slashing down at his legs as he rolled under the blow and somersaulted forward as he jumped up. But now inside her guard.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Energy Burst: Double Expel.</span>A double overhand blow to her helmed head, heavy, disorienting, making her bend with the blow of explosive force as a light flashed and thunder sounded, the air heated.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Again.</span>A chain of twelve straight and snaking punches, chops, and kicks to her eyes and ears, throat and neck, gut and groin that looked like a series of stormy bursts as more light flashed as he executed them swiftly in two seconds, staying close. And finished with roundhouse kick as he spun beside.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Sorry.</span>And connected in another fiery blast of power straight to her neck.<br/><br/>Unbalanced as he had made her, she managed to turn her fall into a triple backflip, bleeding off the energy from his kick, executed with such grace he could scarcely believe it even as she shoved him back with a telekinetic push.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Ellyn. You’re so beautiful.</span>And she was tough too, like tempered steel, but looked a little tired at least. And disoriented. He twirled away from the push and skidded to a stop. He would respond in kind. For her.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Energy Burst: Double Expel.</span>And pushed off.<br/><br/>A blast of light and sound and heat. A blur.<br/><br/>Then he was in front of her again. She reacted swiftly, swinging her spear and sword together in a way anyone would have to take at least one hit, or back off avoid damage.<span style=""font-style: italic"">So skillful.</span>. With her strength, a hit would hurt him dearly. But he couldn’t back off. Not now.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">A challenge at last.</span><br/><br/>He spun on his feet and pushed off as he twisted his body as he threw himself into the air in a nigh impossible sideways spin. Right between her two weapons. The world seemed to slow. His eyes followed as her sword wept just above his face, and he felt her spear just below his neck. Very close. And a near perfect move. His telltale smile grew a little.<br/><br/>Time to finish it.<br/><br/>Spreading his arms as he rolled in midair, he stabbed outwards with his hands, instinctual bursts of energy into each of her extended wrists. Disarming her. And so opened the path to promised victory.<br/><br/>An underhanded punch to her gut, lifting her up. Chop to the throat, knocking her head back. Open palms to the ears to disorient as she tried to recover her stance. Knuckles to the forehead to concuss. Snaking kick to the inner knee, breaking balance. Sweeping kick to the legs, uprighting her posture. And a dozen more. Casting each time his magic as a furious, fiery storm of blows erupted from his feet and fists.<br/><br/>Another double overhand falling on her head, guiding her face straight into his rising knee. Knocking her down on, flat on her back. He leapt then, straight up, pushing off the ground next to her prone form. As he fell, he cast another magic.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Energy Alter: Level Three.</span>He twisted his body again, imparting momentum as he spun now along all three axes of his body. Leg extended.<br/><br/>A finishing blow.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Energy Burst: Triple Expel.</span><br/><br/>A flash of light and heat like a solar flare and thunder cracked as he channeled everything he had into one last strike, his voice sounding out in a fierce battle-cry. His foot impacted her solar plexus, driving into her, the ground cratering beneath as a shockwave spread from the strike and another cloud of dust and chipped stone flew out. He rolled away from the crater and hovering cloud, recovering his balance as he stepped out and stood there, reveling in the feeling, the exhilaration, the burning fire of his blood as it ran through his body, the straining tension in his muscles and heavy beat of his heart, its tempo slowing as he released his magic.<br/><br/>He felt tired, but in a good way. Fulfilled.<span style=""font-style: italic"">And thankfully, I don’t feel all that faint.</span>A bead of sweat ran down his brow.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Well, not yet anyways.</span>A full meal would be very welcome. He needed to recover the energy he expended, though that would likely take some time.<br/><br/>A full three minutes had passed since the duel began. One of the longer ones he’d had against a single opponent in an arena. And despite all the disadvantages. It had been a good one. Perhaps even his favorite so far. He gazed towards the crater, and bit his lip with worry. Internal bleeding and broken bones were often left in his wake at Delphi.<span style=""font-style: italic"">By Aradain, I hope she’s alright.</span>But.<br/><br/>Something felt… off.<br/><br/>He looked around, noting how the blindfolded master remained silent.<span style=""font-style: italic"">What is –</span>Then his instincts screamed at him to move. He listened. Twisting aside as a spear flew just past the faceplate of his helm.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Her</span>spear.<br/><br/>His spin brought him around, and he looked into the settling cloud of dust. And there she stood. Resolute, sword in hand, perfectly poised to attack with an expression on her face that excited him terribly as he met her gaze, her spear returning to her as whispers from her lips reached his ears.<br/><br/>A mouthed word of his own and two swords appeared in his hands, ones longer, one shorter, ancient blades of white metal with a slight curve and small crossguard shaped like an opened blossom, all inlaid with gold designs like twisting vines, leaves and flowers. And two names.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Solaris. Stella.</span>Sibling swords. Slender, elegant. Beautiful to behold. Then they came to life, white-gold light flashing as they activated.<br/><br/>He smiled.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Again.</span>"
10468,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=125,2015-01-03T15:49:00,The Starlight,"<blockquote><div><cite>Sil Arion <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23013570#p23013570"">wrote</a>:</cite>-epic snip-</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The telekinetic shield had worked thankfully. She was amazed at Aris' skills as he was constantly on the attack dodging every trick she tried. He truly was skilled. She continued to chant a healing spell in her mind as she fought, but her energy was draining.<br/><br/>As he disarmed her, Ellyn intensified her chanting, continuing to try and withdraw but simply being outmatched in hand to hand combat.<span style=""font-style: italic"">This was going to hurt.</span><br/><br/>Her vision and ears rang as he punched her in the forehead. Shaking her head, she only saw dozens of mirages, all of Aris. And then, the mirages stepped forward and the onslaught continued anew. A chop to the throat, cutting off shortly her air supply. Her face planted into his knee, disorienting her even more.<span style=""font-style: italic"">I'm going to kill him if my nose is broken.</span><br/><br/>Countless other punches and kicks that she had no defense against, left helpless. In her few tournaments, she had never faced someone as deadly and alluring as Aris. And then, the finishing blow, his foot planted, stomped into her stomach and then smashed onto the ground. She heard two cracks as she groaned in pain. She wondered about the condition of her armor, how much it and her could take. She used her strongest spell and then somehow stood, calling Silverthorn her sword which lay by her. She looked back, and saw small flecks of her blood. Her healing magic was utterly spent, which meant lots of bruises after the duel was done. She would have to end this quickly.<br/><br/>She twisted her hand as Dawnbreaker came to her hand, flying closely past Aris' head, its speed clearing the rest of the dust, revealing her. She stood in her stance once more, her golden eyes burning, blazing like the glorious sun. To the side of her she telekinetically guided a small globule of blood out of the small mouthpiece from her own mouth.<br/><br/>To begin her counterattack, she ran at Aris, leaping into the air after a few feet, and thrust forth her spear and then her sword in a quick double attack. He blocked with his twin, beautiful swords and counterattacked with a slash, which she pushed aside with her spear and then a thrust, parried by her own sword.<br/><br/>She relentlessly attacked him from every side, probing, seeking for an opening. The two duelers' weapons clashed and sparked as they met quicker and quicker. Ellyn went into a twirl, spinning with her two weapons, smashing them against his twin swords and then leaned down and sprung off her spear, launching her strongly in the air and as gravity called to her she slammed, or perhaps smashed her sword at him in a ferocious overhand blow. Blocked by his twin swords. She was tiring, and her magic was almost spent.<br/><br/>With her spear she swung low, trying to sweep him off his feet, but he agilely jumped and dropped his twin swords, successfully kicking her in the chest and then her face, but Ellyn again managed to turn that into a double backflip, landing on her feet and grabbing her sword which lay near her. As Aris went to reclaim his swords, Ellyn did the same, telekinetically summoning her spear. Aris once again charged at her, his face sweaty but his eyes still enthralled and excited. With all her strength, Ellyn launched her spear at him in a mighty throw, but Aris, blocked it with his twin swords and continued his run, coming closer and closer. She raised Silverthorn quite exhausted but determined, stubbornly deciding to fight for every blow, thrust and step.<br/><br/>Now Aris was back on the attack, launching himself at her. With only one sword against his two, despite how good she was at the sword, she was at an disadvantage. With no magic left, she desperately parried his blows, focusing all of her concentration into it. But sooner or later, one of his blows would connect, whether it be with a thrust, stab, or slash, and she had no power left to cast another healing spell. But Ellyn, her eyes continuing to blaze fiercely, continued her desperate defense, determined to make Aris to work for his victory. And perhaps, she would be able to outlast him, as his sweat too ran down his fair face."
10469,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=125,2015-01-03T19:18:00,Estva,"<blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22991124#p22991124"">wrote</a>:</cite>Jyn nodded, her smile widening as Koren remembered her. Again, Jynna felt the man seemed quite nice and even charming, though she wasn't quite sure what made her feel that way... ""Yup. I'm ready if you are,"" She replied. She moved onto her own disc, waiting for it to descend. Her armour clanked as she moved, the plates of metal making the girl look even taller. </div></blockquote><br/><br/>Koren and Jynna descended into the arena. He ha dwaited for this moment, and his ind was ready for the upcoming struggle.<br/><br/>He exited the disk, as did Jynna, and they headed to their respective starting positions. At this point, Koren began slowly infiltrating Jynna's mind. He began planting the seeds of confusion and sluggishness, although this would take time and he had to survive until her mind was wracked with such thoughts.<br/><br/>Unsheathing his energy sword and turning it on, Koren knew that this weapon was not his forte. He could parry, but he would easily buckle under Jynna's strength. He could block, but Jynna's axe could tear it away. He could only really use it to deflect blows, and launch attacks himself. Nonetheless, it would be used.<br/><br/>Jynna prepared her weapons, and made sure her armor was in order. The battle then, officially begun. To start up the battle, Koren launched a mid-sized kinectic blast across the arena, forcing Jynnato brace herself."
10470,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=125,2015-01-03T19:32:00,Sil Arion,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Starlight <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23014254#p23014254"">wrote</a>:</cite>-snip-</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Her counterattack was fierce, powerful. But not enough to force him to break off his own assault. He kept coming. Over and over. Relentless. But she held herself up, engaging in a mobile defense across the arena as he hunted her, using her longer reach to keep any distance she could to retreat and regroup.<br/><br/>She was trying to outlast him. She might even succeed. If not for this.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Energy Alter: Level Four.</span>His current limit in ability. One he could only hold for a bare seconds. But enough to win as he pulled as much energy as he dared from all his gems, pouring it like molten metal into his core, pushing it, condensing it. Forging it in his heart’s fire. Folding it on itself four times. If he could outpace almost anyone in a fight at his base level. Well. Imagine an enemy’s abilities<span style=""font-style: italic"">quadrupling</span>; in strength and speed, agility and awareness, blood flow and beat of their heart.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Everything.</span>A nigh unstoppable force.<br/><br/>It was supreme magic. His pride and joy. And he’d be surprised if more than a handful of spectators could follow what came next. A slow smile and his eyes blazed as he spoke it aloud.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Energy Burst: Quad Expel.</span>He positively shined. Like a newborn star. Pulsing, like a heartbeat with its power. A furious, fiery sun with a molten core flying across the broken floor, arcs of bright heat lashing out from his body with each swipe of his swords. And a stream of sixteen consecutive strikes in two seconds. His ultimate attack.<br/><br/>But he could already feel the strain in that split second, just casting that spell alone as his body sped up and strengthened even further, his veins standing out as his blood pressure increased, skin reddening, hair whipping wildly about. His bones creaking with each attack. Muscles fraying. Tendons tearing even as his body rushed to heal itself. Regardless. He had to finish it.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Now.</span><br/><br/>He disappeared in flash of light. And reappeared at her side.<br/><br/>A hacking overhand strike with Solaris to break her defense as he spun towards her, spear and sword swept aside. He was moving too fast for her to respond.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Sorry</span>. A harsh thrust with Stella to her diaphragm to stun her as the air rushed from her lungs. A stab up into the upper right abdomen with Solaris, beneath the armor, projecting force directly into her liver. Smashing blow with Stella’s hilt to the side of her skull as he twirled around her. The small of her back targeted by Solaris’ hilt in an upward punch. Two slashes aimed at her kidneys, leading into twin backward stabs up into her armpits as he spun and spun, delivering successive strikes to her right and left lungs at the true ribs. He felt something give way. Then a dive down, his right arm extending, and delivered a sweeping blow to her legs with Solaris. She fell, only to meet Stella thrusting up into her throat, her armor’s shields shrieking and sparking more and more. And he didn’t stop. He rounded on her, blow after blow, ending in an arm-over-arm attack that shattered any last vestige of defense as he spun like a turbine, her weapons thrown from her grasp as her muscles spasmed under the unrelenting force of the impacts. Then a paired upward slash with the two blades, sending her flying into the air. A leap. Then he was above her, falling, twisting and turning on three axes again as he built up force and delivered a double blow straight to her solar plexus yet again, slamming her back to earth from where she hung. Into the very same crater, which deepened still with a thunderous crack.<span style=""font-style: italic"">My ultimate attack for a reason.</span>Ultimate because it was be his last. For he was exhausted now. Yet.<br/><br/>She was disarmed. Her shields failing. Her armor broken, sparks arcing out from the rent plates, her visor cracked. Sheer kinetic force breaking through with every blow. Yet she did not give up, managing to find her feet again. Defiant. Indeed, her eyes burned brighter still, determined to keep fighting beyond all ends. Enduring. Like steel and fire. Like him. Truly. He would never stop loving her. Because.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Ellyn. You are amazing.</span><br/><br/>But she still had her magic. As evidenced by his swords being wrenched viciously from his hands and sent flying across the arena to sink up to their hilts in opposite walls.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Well done.</span>A desperate last defense.<br/><br/>A strange pulling sensation on his feet.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Oh dear.</span>And he slipped backward, just as Ellyn collided with him in a flying tackle. He hit the ground and they were rolling across the stone, a chaotic pile of grasping hands and grappling limbs.<br/><br/>Then they came to a stop. In the middle of the arena. She had him pinned, straddling his hips, her hands placed on either side of his head. Her fist would be in his face in but the blink of an eye if she wished.<br/><br/>“I win,” she spoke, triumphant, a sly smile on her face, glistening with sweat from her exertions as her chest heaved, breath warm and moist on his face, so sweet. Her burning gaze driving down into him. Her long hair falling like a curtain around her, a halo of light about her head, just barely brushing his face, like a sheaf of sunshine and starlight.<span style=""font-style: italic"">So beautiful.</span>. But.<br/><br/>His eyes twinkled as he turned his gaze down. A slow smile as her eyes followed. He tapped Stella against the bottom edge of her breastplate.<span style=""font-style: italic"">All warfare is rooted in deception.</span>While they were rolling, he had mouthed the words to unsummon Stella to hyperspace storage, then summoned the blade back to his hand just as she pinned him with her superior strength. Never let it be said he was ever out of tricks.<br/><br/>And he could strike more swiftly with his blade there than her with a fist to his face. A technical tie then. But a fitting end.<br/><br/>He smiled at her as their eyes met again, and a fiery warmth shone in his gaze as his blood blazed in his body, urging him on. He would speak it now. The truth that burned so brightly in his heart.<br/><br/>“I love you.” And then he kissed her.<br/><br/>Her eyes widened in surprise as she froze above him. Then her eyes closed, as did his own, and the rest of the world didn’t matter. All he cared about was the feel of her lips, the warmth of her body as his arms encircled her hips, the softness of her hands on his face, the hotness of her breath in his mouth.<br/><br/>A cough in the background. He opened one eye to stare at the offender, but saw it was none other than Arcander, with an amused expression on his face. He coughed again. And then Aris remembered where he was.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Oh.</span><br/><br/>He pulled away, lingering slightly as she opened her eyes to stare at him. Unspoken words seemed to travel through the air between them, heart speaking to heart. He shot his eyes to the right, and she followed again. And evidently realized it too, if the reddening of her cheeks was anything to go by. His too might’ve been a bit red. She jumped up swiftly, but stretched out a hand to help him up, which he gratefully took as they bowed together to the audience. He walked off with her, hand in hand, as wild applause filled the arena. While short, and sweet, but he would cherish that first kiss for all time. As he made his way to the stands, Ellyn beside him, he looked up at the sky through the great glass ceiling. And smiled.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Thank you, Aradain, for this life You gave me.</span>"
10471,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=125,2015-01-03T20:00:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Wolfenium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23007513#p23007513"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22991124#p22991124"">wrote</a>:</cite>She held the blade to his chest still, gritting her teeth. ""What do you mean you didn't mean to? You obviously tripped me on purpose so you could have me on top of you! You... You pervert!"" She continued ranting indignantly, upset to have been embarrassed publicly. She didn't really believe the things she was saying, she was more trying to save face with some wild story and caught up in her own embarrassment and anger, adrenalin from the duel still coursing through her veins. <br/><br/>Once she realised she was creating a scene, she stopped, then sighed. ""Right. Get up."" She said. Stepping away from him and giving the other fighter room, her eyes narrowed and her grip tightened. ""This is far from over.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""A-Ah. If you insist,"" blurted the bewildered young man, feeling bit relieved that she still intended to continue. Signalling the referee to retract his words, he stepped back to give Vyna some space as well. He almost went on to ramble in his defence, given how much she just maligned him in her agitation. But on hindsight, this was neither the time nor the place.<br/><br/>Strangely, rather than return to the fray immediately, the boy went back towards the entrance, dusting off his shades on the floor as he quietly put them on. This time, however, he was not wasting his breath with words, drawing his blades as he crossed them before him, his stance ready to take her on.</div></blockquote><br/>While he paused, Vyna planned out her next move in detail, as he prepared himself and took his stance, she created three vector plates. Two behind her intended target. Thankfully she had the time to set this up while he was taking his stance. A second later, she activated the first of the vector plates, increasing her speed greatly and sending her speeding past him and to the side so she was now to the left of his rear, to the next plate.<br/><br/>Once she had reached the plate, it launched her to another vector plate to the right of her position. While she moved, she blasted him with a gust of air to put him off balance. Next, she activated the final plate, which sent her hurtling towards her target, blade pointed in a lunging stab.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Estva <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23016639#p23016639"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=22991124#p22991124"">wrote</a>:</cite>Jyn nodded, her smile widening as Koren remembered her. Again, Jynna felt the man seemed quite nice and even charming, though she wasn't quite sure what made her feel that way... ""Yup. I'm ready if you are,"" She replied. She moved onto her own disc, waiting for it to descend. Her armour clanked as she moved, the plates of metal making the girl look even taller. </div></blockquote><br/><br/>Koren and Jynna descended into the arena. He ha dwaited for this moment, and his ind was ready for the upcoming struggle.<br/><br/>He exited the disk, as did Jynna, and they headed to their respective starting positions. At this point, Koren began slowly infiltrating Jynna's mind. He began planting the seeds of confusion and sluggishness, although this would take time and he had to survive until her mind was wracked with such thoughts.<br/><br/>Unsheathing his energy sword and turning it on, Koren knew that this weapon was not his forte. He could parry, but he would easily buckle under Jynna's strength. He could block, but Jynna's axe could tear it away. He could only really use it to deflect blows, and launch attacks himself. Nonetheless, it would be used.<br/><br/>Jynna prepared her weapons, and made sure her armor was in order. The battle then, officially begun. To start up the battle, Koren launched a mid-sized kinectic blast across the arena, forcing Jynnato brace herself.</div></blockquote><br/>Jynna did more than brace herself. Seeing as she had little choice but to take this blast, she activated some of her magic to absorb part of the energy for later. Otherwise, the blast seemed to do it's job, giving the tall woman pause. She stepped backwards a bit, gritting her teeth at the strike.<br/><br/>Now it was Jyn's turn to attack. She began moving towards Koren, slowly at first, but then she broke into a full charge with the ferocity of an angry bull. The time for friendliness and cheer was over, now was time for seriousness. The axehead of her weapon behind her as she prepared a strike. The blade of her axe was swung with considerable force at Koren's torso in a sideways yet upwards strike, Jyn putting much of her strength behind the strike."
10472,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=125,2015-01-03T21:14:00,Wolfenium,"<blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23017165#p23017165"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Wolfenium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23007513#p23007513"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""A-Ah. If you insist,"" blurted the bewildered young man, feeling bit relieved that she still intended to continue. Signalling the referee to retract his words, he stepped back to give Vyna some space as well. He almost went on to ramble in his defence, given how much she just maligned him in her agitation. But on hindsight, this was neither the time nor the place.<br/><br/>Strangely, rather than return to the fray immediately, the boy went back towards the entrance, dusting off his shades on the floor as he quietly put them on. This time, however, he was not wasting his breath with words, drawing his blades as he crossed them before him, his stance ready to take her on.</div></blockquote><br/>While he paused, Vyna planned out her next move in detail, as he prepared himself and took his stance, she created three vector plates. Two behind her intended target. Thankfully she had the time to set this up while he was taking his stance. A second later, she activated the first of the vector plates, increasing her speed greatly and sending her speeding past him and to the side so she was now to the left of his rear, to the next plate. <br/><br/>Once she had reached the plate, it launched her to another vector plate to the right of her position. While she moved, she blasted him with a gust of air to put him off balance. Next, she activated the final plate, which sent her hurtling towards her target, blade pointed in a lunging stab.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>At first, Mehran appeared to have taken the ruse, deflecting the gust off with a swing of his blade as he began to counter. He reacts fast, just not fast enough to track Vyna's movements. However, as she charged forward with a lunge, her arm was suddenly shackled by an invisible force. Leaning his head aside as the blade ran beside him, Mehran wasted no time with a counter, pulling a spin as he struck the pinned girl at point blank range, both his blades making its mark.<br/><br/>""Your directional magic,"" he stated, his voice noticeably colder and more calculative as the blades ran over her torso, ""can it go beyond right angles?""<br/><br/>Holding his hand up, it became apparent what was holding Vyna hostage. Rather than form a barrier to guard him, he formed one over her arm like a giant shackle, a square slab of energy around a person's height as it held her in place. His slashes had no problem phasing through, apparently, though the fact that he controlled the barrier was of any indication that he could. Clenching his hand, the entire slab detonated with pure force. Forcing the girl back, he assessed the damage he inflicted on her.<br/><br/>""Is that all, Ayendor,"" he questioned. If anything was apparent at this point, was that the shades made him bolder and more exacting, whether just a confidence-booster or something more."
10473,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=125,2015-01-03T21:15:00,Estva,"<blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23017165#p23017165"">wrote</a>:</cite>Jynna did more than brace herself. Seeing as she had little choice but to take this blast, she activated some of her magic to absorb part of the energy for later. Otherwise, the blast seemed to do it's job, giving the tall woman pause. She stepped backwards a bit, gritting her teeth at the strike. <br/><br/>Now it was Jyn's turn to attack. She began moving towards Koren, slowly at first, but then she broke into a full charge with the ferocity of an angry bull. The time for friendliness and cheer was over, now was time for seriousness. The axehead of her weapon behind her as she prepared a strike. The blade of her axe was swung with considerable force at Koren's torso in a sideways yet upwards strike, Jyn putting much of her strength behind the strike.</div></blockquote><br/>Jynna seemed completely unfazed by the attack, using her own magic to dispel any damage and suffering no ill effect other than a temporary pause. She came barreling down the arena ready to attack, preparing to swing at Koren's frame. Indeed, the attack did come, as Jynna put all her force into a strike aimed at Koren's torso.<br/><br/>Koren ducked just in time and moved to the left, letting the axe barely miss him and pass over his body. He could feel the hot air electrified by the axe, and he began to break into a sweat as even with his meditation the battle was making him a little anxious.<br/><br/>After he had composed himself, which took a moment, he raised his hand towards Jynna and let out another kinetic blast, stronger than the one before as she was closer."
10474,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=125,2015-01-03T21:21:00,Esternial,"As the female aspirant brushed through the letter, Ritz' attention was focused firmly on the arena. Her eyes trailed the two armor-clad recruits, captivated by their duel. They had her undivided attention. The girl was light on her feet, much like the wind she wielded; in contrast stood the boy, less fast but compensating with sheer intent behind his blows. If it wasn't for her reflexes and some of the boy's slight mistakes the fight would be tipped against the female recruit's favor, and far less exciting to spectate, but before Ritz could truly immerse herself in the experience, her attention was drawn away.<br/><br/>""...<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ritz</span>. My name is Aressa Alistar, as you know, and this is Arcander Brightshield.""<br/><br/>""We'll be your guides, so stay with us. Since some of our other charges signed up for the Silver Games, we'll stay here until they conclude, so please be patient while we wait.""<br/><br/>More confused than surprised, Ritz looked at Aressa and then at Arcander. Longer than would be normal - that is, long enough for the moment to slowly gain a gradient of awkwardness - Ritz stared at Arcander, her mind still recovering from the impromptu call to attention.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Oh...right.</span><br/><br/>Several seconds after both aspirants had greeted her, Ritz' mouth cracked into a smile and she replied with a distant ""Hello"".<br/><br/>When she looked back at the arena, the fight had taken a sudden turn. In the back of her head she could hear Arcander's voice as he addressed another recruit. Some of the words sprung out and caught her attention.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Burning</span>.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Nefarious</span>.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Conjectures</span>.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Duels</span>. It all made little sense to her, so Ritz quickly shout out the rustling all around her and focused on the duel.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Huh?</span>The match had regressed to a bickering. Before facepalming internally and ignoring the rest of the match in favor of appraising the arena's architecture, Ritz saw the girl, red with embarrassment -<span style=""font-style: italic"">Or is that rage?</span>It was both - holding her sword against her opponent's armor.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Pervert?</span>Briefly her eyes shot back at the two contestants, then back at the architecture. Ritz was bored.<br/><br/>After a moment of patience and internal reflection about the fight she had just seen, Ritz looked down at the arena and saw another pair of recruits that were about to show their skill. Expectations were low after the last fight, but hope lives eternal.<br/><br/>Again a boy facing a girl, but this time it was different. Rather than divide it evenly, Ritz felt her attention draw towards the boy; his posture seemed so tense yet strangely composed, but how he stood while waiting for the sign to commence combat was not what drew her, but rather something she has a particularly keen eye for. There were small pockets of energy embedded in his sword and on his body, slowly feeding their contents into his body. The relatively faint pulse of energy inside him grew with every passing moment as Ritz's focus narrowed closer and closer, hypnotized by the very phenomenon. Others around her nervously waited for the fight to start, but Ritz was already observing something far more interesting, something far more exciting than the clashing of two swords. She could feel the pulsing energy concentrating, twisting and churning as the boy focused its power inward.<br/><br/>The hairs on Ritz' skin rose as the spectacle approached the climax. A sudden surge of power, bursting outwards, rapidly spreading throughout his entire body like water from a rushing river, suddenly freed from any constraints. The rest of the battle seemed so trivial all of a sudden, but Ritz knew it was more important than ever to observe this boy, whomever he was. It was all too much to take in at once, both recruits clashing like lighting, one persevering through sheer skill while the other drew power from a neigh unlimited pool of energy to even the odds.<br/><br/>So much happened during so short a battle, but it didn't leave Ritz disappointed.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Amazing.</span>Even after pulling out all the stops he managed to turn the fight in his favor, at the very end. Ritz' mind wandered.<span style=""font-style: italic"">He'll have one heck of a hangover...</span><br/><br/>As both recruits rejoined their peers in the stands, Ritz approached them - Well, Aris in particular.<br/><br/>""I enjoyed the fight..."" She said politely, making sure to congratulate the 'official' winner, Ellyn, first before extending her hand to Aris. From this close, she could feel the faint glow of energy radiating from him, barely noticeable alongside all others. It was pitiful compared the magnificence Ritz felt during the match, but it was unmistakably the same. Though briefly they touched for nothing more than a handshake, Ritz needed little more than that to display her own abilities. Though her principal motive was out of concern for the young man, Ritz was also spurred on by a kindling desire to demonstrate her own prowess.<br/><br/>A surge of energy crossed over into Aris. Unlike his gems, this was no thread, but a strong tether that gripped onto the core of his magical energy and - in just an instant - fed a stream of life energy into his body.<br/><br/>""...and I hope you'll have a speedy recovery from such a beating"" She added before letting go of Aris' hand. Without letting either of them respond, she stepped away with a mischievous smile and swiftly - but elegantly - navigated the crowds back to her viewing spot."
10475,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=125,2015-01-03T21:48:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Wolfenium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23017930#p23017930"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23017165#p23017165"">wrote</a>:</cite>While he paused, Vyna planned out her next move in detail, as he prepared himself and took his stance, she created three vector plates. Two behind her intended target. Thankfully she had the time to set this up while he was taking his stance. A second later, she activated the first of the vector plates, increasing her speed greatly and sending her speeding past him and to the side so she was now to the left of his rear, to the next plate. <br/><br/>Once she had reached the plate, it launched her to another vector plate to the right of her position. While she moved, she blasted him with a gust of air to put him off balance. Next, she activated the final plate, which sent her hurtling towards her target, blade pointed in a lunging stab.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>At first, Mehran appeared to have taken the ruse, deflecting the gust off with a swing of his blade as he began to counter. He reacts fast, just not fast enough to track Vyna's movements. However, as she charged forward with a lunge, her arm was suddenly shackled by an invisible force. Leaning his head aside as the blade ran beside him, Mehran wasted no time with a counter, pulling a spin as he struck the pinned girl at point blank range, both his blades making its mark.<br/><br/>""Your directional magic,"" he stated, his voice noticeably colder and more calculative as the blades ran over her torso, ""can it go beyond right angles?""<br/><br/>Holding his hand up, it became apparent what was holding Vyna hostage. Rather than form a barrier to guard him, he formed one over her arm like a giant shackle, a square slab of energy around a person's height as it held her in place. His slashes had no problem phasing through, apparently, though the fact that he controlled the barrier was of any indication that he could. Clenching his hand, the entire slab detonated with pure force. Forcing the girl back, he assessed the damage he inflicted on her.<br/><br/>""Is that all, Ayendor,"" he questioned. If anything was apparent at this point, was that the shades made him bolder and more exacting, whether just a confidence-booster or something more.</div></blockquote><br/>It was not looking great for the Ayendor, after all, she couldn't take as much punishment as her sister and she wasn't sure how much more this armour would take before deactivating like . Which would make the smile on her face all the more confusing, well confusing if one did not see the small arrow she had placed carefully while she was shackled. She stood up to her full height, not answering his question about right angles, not wanting to reveal any more about her powers. ""I told you, this is far from over."" She replied, snapping her fingers.<br/><br/>The vector plate she had snuck underneath Mehran glowed as it was activated, sending the man towards Vyna. She used her wind magic to increase her own speed as she moved to meet him. This time sending a barrage of attacks to hit him. She hoped he wouldn't be able to recover in time to block, but she couldn't be sure that wouldn't happen. After all, this fight seemed to have so many twists and turns.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Estva <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23017946#p23017946"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23017165#p23017165"">wrote</a>:</cite>Jynna did more than brace herself. Seeing as she had little choice but to take this blast, she activated some of her magic to absorb part of the energy for later. Otherwise, the blast seemed to do it's job, giving the tall woman pause. She stepped backwards a bit, gritting her teeth at the strike. <br/><br/>Now it was Jyn's turn to attack. She began moving towards Koren, slowly at first, but then she broke into a full charge with the ferocity of an angry bull. The time for friendliness and cheer was over, now was time for seriousness. The axehead of her weapon behind her as she prepared a strike. The blade of her axe was swung with considerable force at Koren's torso in a sideways yet upwards strike, Jyn putting much of her strength behind the strike.</div></blockquote><br/>Jynna seemed completely unfazed by the attack, using her own magic to dispel any damage and suffering no ill effect other than a temporary pause. She came barreling down the arena ready to attack, preparing to swing at Koren's frame. Indeed, the attack did come, as Jynna put all her force into a strike aimed at Koren's torso.<br/><br/>Koren ducked just in time and moved to the left, letting the axe barely miss him and pass over his body. He could feel the hot air electrified by the axe, and he began to break into a sweat as even with his meditation the battle was making him a little anxious. <br/><br/>After he had composed himself, which took a moment, he raised his hand towards Jynna and let out another kinetic blast, stronger than the one before as she was closer.</div></blockquote><br/>This time Jynna didn't want to chance taking this one. Stomping downwards she created a wall of earth from the arena floor. With the earth blocking the kinetic blast and absorbing it for her. She noted to herself not to do that too often, as taking the kinetic blast would give her a little more energy to work with.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Though, I don't want to take too much... Gah. Stop overthinking. Fight.</span>She thought to herself, the mental attack begining to get to her. She quickly lowered the earth barrier again, charging her opponent once more. This time however she release the stored kinetic energy in a blast similar to his (Though, a bit weaker seeing as she had absorbed only part of the energy) in an attempt to put him off balance."
10476,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=125,2015-01-03T22:30:00,Estva,"<blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23018311#p23018311"">wrote</a>:</cite>This time Jynna didn't want to chance taking this one. Stomping downwards she created a wall of earth from the arena floor. With the earth blocking the kinetic blast and absorbing it for her. She noted to herself not to do that too often, as taking the kinetic blast would give her a little more energy to work with. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Though, I don't want to take too much... Gah. Stop overthinking. Fight.</span> She thought to herself, the mental attack begining to get to her. She quickly lowered the earth barrier again, charging her opponent once more. This time however she release the stored kinetic energy in a blast similar to his (Though, a bit weaker seeing as she had absorbed only part of the energy) in an attempt to put him off balance.</div></blockquote><br/>The kinetic blast proved to not only be without use, but had actually strengthened Jynna. He had to buy more time, at this rate he might tire himself out before Jynna does, as logic would dictate she had more endurance.<br/><br/>Interrupting Koren's thinking, Jynna launched her own kinetic blast straight at Koren. Such times at this made Koren curse that he didn't spend more time practicing his barriers. Still, he fired another kinetic blast towards Jynna's and raised a kinetic barrier immediately afterwards, and braced for the impending explosion."
10477,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=125,2015-01-03T22:36:00,Wolfenium,"<blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23018311#p23018311"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Wolfenium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23017930#p23017930"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>At first, Mehran appeared to have taken the ruse, deflecting the gust off with a swing of his blade as he began to counter. He reacts fast, just not fast enough to track Vyna's movements. However, as she charged forward with a lunge, her arm was suddenly shackled by an invisible force. Leaning his head aside as the blade ran beside him, Mehran wasted no time with a counter, pulling a spin as he struck the pinned girl at point blank range, both his blades making its mark.<br/><br/>""Your directional magic,"" he stated, his voice noticeably colder and more calculative as the blades ran over her torso, ""can it go beyond right angles?""<br/><br/>Holding his hand up, it became apparent what was holding Vyna hostage. Rather than form a barrier to guard him, he formed one over her arm like a giant shackle, a square slab of energy around a person's height as it held her in place. His slashes had no problem phasing through, apparently, though the fact that he controlled the barrier was of any indication that he could. Clenching his hand, the entire slab detonated with pure force. Forcing the girl back, he assessed the damage he inflicted on her.<br/><br/>""Is that all, Ayendor,"" he questioned. If anything was apparent at this point, was that the shades made him bolder and more exacting, whether just a confidence-booster or something more.</div></blockquote><br/>It was not looking great for the Ayendor, after all, she couldn't take as much punishment as her sister and she wasn't sure how much more this armour would take before deactivating like . Which would make the smile on her face all the more confusing, well confusing if one did not see the small arrow she had placed carefully while she was shackled. She stood up to her full height, not answering his question about right angles, not wanting to reveal any more about her powers. ""I told you, this is far from over."" She replied, snapping her fingers. <br/><br/>The vector plate she had snuck underneath Mehran glowed as it was activated, sending the man towards Vyna. She used her wind magic to increase her own speed as she moved to meet him. This time sending a barrage of attacks to hit him. She hoped he wouldn't be able to recover in time to block, but she couldn't be sure that wouldn't happen. After all, this fight seemed to have so many twists and turns.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>To his surprise, Mehran found himself sucked forward as he tried to get a footing. Forming a haphazard barrier in front of him to slow himself down, he quickly raised his blades as he tried to block her blows. But speed was not his strong point as he felt battered by her blows all over. Thinking quickly, he stabbed his swords on the floor, throwing a kick at her to back her off. Taking advantage of the lull, he leapt back. To be honest, he suffered some pretty hard knocks, but unlike Vyna, he could take the hits far better, true to his nature as a wall of steel.<br/><br/>""Haaaaaa,"" he yelled, his barrier forming over his body. Dashing forth with his blades, he seemed intent on simply overpowering her, surging forth with a flurry of slashes at her."
10478,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=125,2015-01-03T23:00:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Estva <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23018666#p23018666"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23018311#p23018311"">wrote</a>:</cite>This time Jynna didn't want to chance taking this one. Stomping downwards she created a wall of earth from the arena floor. With the earth blocking the kinetic blast and absorbing it for her. She noted to herself not to do that too often, as taking the kinetic blast would give her a little more energy to work with. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Though, I don't want to take too much... Gah. Stop overthinking. Fight.</span> She thought to herself, the mental attack begining to get to her. She quickly lowered the earth barrier again, charging her opponent once more. This time however she release the stored kinetic energy in a blast similar to his (Though, a bit weaker seeing as she had absorbed only part of the energy) in an attempt to put him off balance.</div></blockquote><br/>The kinetic blast proved to not only be without use, but had actually strengthened Jynna. He had to buy more time, at this rate he might tire himself out before Jynna does, as logic would dictate she had more endurance. <br/><br/>Interrupting Koren's thinking, Jynna launched her own kinetic blast straight at Koren. Such times at this made Koren curse that he didn't spend more time practicing his barriers. Still, he fired another kinetic blast towards Jynna's and raised a kinetic barrier immediately afterwards, and braced for the impending explosion.</div></blockquote><br/>Jyn stopped her charge to brace herself again. Absorbing more energy to be used later. She grunted, slightly irriatated at being constantly pummelled by energy. She stepped back again, a few more steps this time however. After she recovered from the blast, she charged again, putting her axe in the same executioners position. However before she got too close to her opponent, she switched her attack to a punch that seemed to connect with nothing, making an invocation. However while it may have seemed ineffectual, a small ball of earth from the arena wall compacted together and hurtled towards her opponent. Whether he dodged or the attack or not, she made a second incantation which would cause the earth to grab loosely onto his foot, either tripping or holding him.<br/><br/>With her casting done for now, she made her attack. Closing some distance she made another powerful swing with her axe. But this time she aimed at his sword, intending to knock the blade out of his arm or hook onto it with his axe.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Wolfenium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23018723#p23018723"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23018311#p23018311"">wrote</a>:</cite>It was not looking great for the Ayendor, after all, she couldn't take as much punishment as her sister and she wasn't sure how much more this armour would take before deactivating like . Which would make the smile on her face all the more confusing, well confusing if one did not see the small arrow she had placed carefully while she was shackled. She stood up to her full height, not answering his question about right angles, not wanting to reveal any more about her powers. ""I told you, this is far from over."" She replied, snapping her fingers. <br/><br/>The vector plate she had snuck underneath Mehran glowed as it was activated, sending the man towards Vyna. She used her wind magic to increase her own speed as she moved to meet him. This time sending a barrage of attacks to hit him. She hoped he wouldn't be able to recover in time to block, but she couldn't be sure that wouldn't happen. After all, this fight seemed to have so many twists and turns.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>To his surprise, Mehran found himself sucked forward as he tried to get a footing. Forming a haphazard barrier in front of him to slow himself down, he quickly raised his blades as he tried to block her blows. But speed was not his strong point as he felt battered by her blows all over. Thinking quickly, he stabbed his swords on the floor, throwing a kick at her to back her off. Taking advantage of the lull, he leapt back. To be honest, he suffered some pretty hard knocks, but unlike Vyna, he could take the hits far better, true to his nature as a wall of steel.<br/><br/>""Haaaaaa,"" he yelled, his barrier forming over his body. Dashing forth with his blades, he seemed intent on simply overpowering her, surging forth with a flurry of slashes at her.</div></blockquote><br/>She managed to block some of the hits with pure speed and her blade, but she knew it was only a mater of time before she was overwhelmed. She quickly chanted, creating a large blast of air between the two of them meant to blast both of them back and give Vyna room to breath. It definitely succeeded in blowing Vyna back, as she took a second to recover, now breathing heavy and sweat covering her forehead. This was beginning to tire her, as she didn't have much endurance for these kinds of things. She gritted her teeth in renewed determination.<span style=""font-style: italic"">I need to make some meaningful progress to ending this duel or I might tire before I defeat him.</span><br/><br/>She launched herself with another vector plate, sending her hurtling towards Mehran. However this time she made an attempt to disarm her opponent, aiming at his hands and attempting to force his blades out of them. She used her air magic to put extra force behind her strikes."
10479,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=125,2015-01-03T23:37:00,Estva,"<blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23018904#p23018904"">wrote</a>:</cite>Jyn stopped her charge to brace herself again. Absorbing more energy to be used later. She grunted, slightly irriatated at being constantly pummelled by energy. She stepped back again, a few more steps this time however. After she recovered from the blast, she charged again, putting her axe in the same executioners position. However before she got too close to her opponent, she switched her attack to a punch that seemed to connect with nothing, making an invocation. However while it may have seemed ineffectual, a small ball of earth from the arena wall compacted together and hurtled towards her opponent. Whether he dodged or the attack or not, she made a second incantation which would cause the earth to grab loosely onto his foot, either tripping or holding him. <br/><br/>With her casting done for now, she made her attack. Closing some distance she made another powerful swing with her axe. But this time she aimed at his sword, intending to knock the blade out of his arm or hook onto it with his axe.<br/></div></blockquote><br/>The blast did nothing, and Koren now knew he was going to need to try something else. The blasts seemed only to be helping her, and he obviously couldn't rely on it continuing to work.<br/><br/>All of sudden, she stopped and sent an earth ball hurtling towards him. He dodged, but then felt something wrap around his leg, slamming his face into the arena floor. He quickly burst up, but the branch was still tied to his foot, keeping him from moving until something was done about it. All the while, Jynna continued her rapid approach, brandishing her axe.<br/><br/>Knowing he did not have enough time to to fend her off and also take of the root. He grabbed his sword, desperate, and decided to put a massive kinetic force into his arm, an threw it at Jynna with all his might. After he threw it, he blew another kinetic blast to hasten its speed."
10480,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=125,2015-01-04T00:31:00,Wolfenium,"<blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23018904#p23018904"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Wolfenium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23018723#p23018723"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>To his surprise, Mehran found himself sucked forward as he tried to get a footing. Forming a haphazard barrier in front of him to slow himself down, he quickly raised his blades as he tried to block her blows. But speed was not his strong point as he felt battered by her blows all over. Thinking quickly, he stabbed his swords on the floor, throwing a kick at her to back her off. Taking advantage of the lull, he leapt back. To be honest, he suffered some pretty hard knocks, but unlike Vyna, he could take the hits far better, true to his nature as a wall of steel.<br/><br/>""Haaaaaa,"" he yelled, his barrier forming over his body. Dashing forth with his blades, he seemed intent on simply overpowering her, surging forth with a flurry of slashes at her.</div></blockquote><br/>She managed to block some of the hits with pure speed and her blade, but she knew it was only a mater of time before she was overwhelmed. She quickly chanted, creating a large blast of air between the two of them meant to blast both of them back and give Vyna room to breath. It definitely succeeded in blowing Vyna back, as she took a second to recover, now breathing heavy and sweat covering her forehead. This was beginning to tire her, as she didn't have much endurance for these kinds of things. She gritted her teeth in renewed determination. <span style=""font-style: italic"">I need to make some meaningful progress to ending this duel or I might tire before I defeat him.</span><br/><br/>She launched herself with another vector plate, sending her hurtling towards Mehran. However this time she made an attempt to disarm her opponent, aiming at his hands and attempting to force his blades out of them. She used her air magic to put extra force behind her strikes.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Raising his blades to block her, Mehran again tried to guard himself, wary of another flurry of strikes rocketing his way. However, the blasts from her sword managed to knock his swords off, clattering to the floor away from the lad. But unexpectedly, Vyna's blade seemed to be stuck to his wrist, or rather, the barrier around it, just as her arm was trapped before. This time, he drew his wrist away in a tug, pulling Vyna's sword off as it tugged away from her hand.<br/><br/>""Take this,"" he screamed, sending a powerful kick right at her abdomen. Reinforced by his barrier magic, it proved a crushing blow to any unfortunate enough to connect with it. Knocking her off to the side, she was sent hurtling towards the wall. This time, he was intent on finishing the job, chasing after her as he sent in a flurry of fists in her direction."
10481,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=125,2015-01-04T00:45:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Wolfenium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23019478#p23019478"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23018904#p23018904"">wrote</a>:</cite>She managed to block some of the hits with pure speed and her blade, but she knew it was only a mater of time before she was overwhelmed. She quickly chanted, creating a large blast of air between the two of them meant to blast both of them back and give Vyna room to breath. It definitely succeeded in blowing Vyna back, as she took a second to recover, now breathing heavy and sweat covering her forehead. This was beginning to tire her, as she didn't have much endurance for these kinds of things. She gritted her teeth in renewed determination. <span style=""font-style: italic"">I need to make some meaningful progress to ending this duel or I might tire before I defeat him.</span><br/><br/>She launched herself with another vector plate, sending her hurtling towards Mehran. However this time she made an attempt to disarm her opponent, aiming at his hands and attempting to force his blades out of them. She used her air magic to put extra force behind her strikes.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Raising his blades to block her, Mehran again tried to guard himself, wary of another flurry of strikes rocketing his way. However, the blasts from her sword managed to knock his swords off, clattering to the floor away from the lad. But unexpectedly, Vyna's blade seemed to be stuck to his wrist, or rather, the barrier around it, just as her arm was trapped before. This time, he drew his wrist away in a tug, pulling Vyna's sword off as it tugged away from her hand.<br/><br/>""Take this,"" he screamed, sending a powerful kick right at her abdomen. Reinforced by his barrier magic, it proved a crushing blow to any unfortunate enough to connect with it. Knocking her off to the side, she was sent hurtling towards the wall. This time, he was intent on finishing the job, chasing after her as he sent in a flurry of fists in her direction.</div></blockquote><br/>She coughed, the pain of the kick and the impact with the wall both considerable. She groaned in pain, glaring at Mehran as he ran at her. She quickly used some of her dwindling magical strength to pull her blade back to her with her wind powers. She quickly rolled to the blade, her pain intensifying as she did so, grabbing it and forcing herself to her feet.<br/><br/>With that, she prepared a vector plate, wind power combo. Pointing the arrow to Mehran and chanting the necessary spells, and allowing bursts of wind to alter her trajectory if needed and increase her speed she hurtled to him with blinding speed, a stab aimed at his lower torso."
10482,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=125,2015-01-04T00:49:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Estva <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23019180#p23019180"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23018904#p23018904"">wrote</a>:</cite>Jyn stopped her charge to brace herself again. Absorbing more energy to be used later. She grunted, slightly irriatated at being constantly pummelled by energy. She stepped back again, a few more steps this time however. After she recovered from the blast, she charged again, putting her axe in the same executioners position. However before she got too close to her opponent, she switched her attack to a punch that seemed to connect with nothing, making an invocation. However while it may have seemed ineffectual, a small ball of earth from the arena wall compacted together and hurtled towards her opponent. Whether he dodged or the attack or not, she made a second incantation which would cause the earth to grab loosely onto his foot, either tripping or holding him. <br/><br/>With her casting done for now, she made her attack. Closing some distance she made another powerful swing with her axe. But this time she aimed at his sword, intending to knock the blade out of his arm or hook onto it with his axe.<br/></div></blockquote><br/>The blast did nothing, and Koren now knew he was going to need to try something else. The blasts seemed only to be helping her, and he obviously couldn't rely on it continuing to work.<br/><br/>All of sudden, she stopped and sent an earth ball hurtling towards him. He dodged, but then felt something wrap around his leg, slamming his face into the arena floor. He quickly burst up, but the branch was still tied to his foot, keeping him from moving until something was done about it. All the while, Jynna continued her rapid approach, brandishing her axe.<br/><br/>Knowing he did not have enough time to to fend her off and also take of the root. He grabbed his sword, desperate, and decided to put a massive kinetic force into his arm, an threw it at Jynna with all his might. After he threw it, he blew another kinetic blast to hasten its speed.</div></blockquote><br/>Jynna was knocked off her feet by this one, but she at least had the presence of mind to absorb some of the energy of the attack. She got to her feet again, slightly slower, the last strike having dazed her. However she refocused on Koren and again charged after him. Her footfalls thundering as she moved. Once she had gotten close to her target, she swung downwards with the axe, putting all the stored kinetic energy into a blast that would push outwards after the axe connected with someone or something, whether it be Koren, the ground or his blade."
10483,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=125,2015-01-04T01:09:00,Estva,"<blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23019563#p23019563"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Estva <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23019180#p23019180"">wrote</a>:</cite>The blast did nothing, and Koren now knew he was going to need to try something else. The blasts seemed only to be helping her, and he obviously couldn't rely on it continuing to work.<br/><br/>All of sudden, she stopped and sent an earth ball hurtling towards him. He dodged, but then felt something wrap around his leg, slamming his face into the arena floor. He quickly burst up, but the branch was still tied to his foot, keeping him from moving until something was done about it. All the while, Jynna continued her rapid approach, brandishing her axe.<br/><br/>Knowing he did not have enough time to to fend her off and also take of the root. He grabbed his sword, desperate, and decided to put a massive kinetic force into his arm, an threw it at Jynna with all his might. After he threw it, he blew another kinetic blast to hasten its speed.</div></blockquote><br/>Jynna was knocked off her feet by this one, but she at least had the presence of mind to absorb some of the energy of the attack. She got to her feet again, slightly slower, the last strike having dazed her. However she refocused on Koren and again charged after him. Her footfalls thundering as she moved. Once she had gotten close to her target, she swung downwards with the axe, putting all the stored kinetic energy into a blast that would push outwards after the axe connected with someone or something, whether it be Koren, the ground or his blade.</div></blockquote><br/>Despite all his attempts, Jynna was still coming at Koren. Now, however, he found himself without a sword, and would be facing her unarmed.<br/><br/>When she fell to the ground, and had to recuperate, Koren thought of an idea. These kinetic spells ere not only limited to blasts, barriers, or power strikes. They could also be used to augment a person's ability to fight.<br/><br/>Quickly blasting off the root that held his leg, Koren saw Jynna fully prepared and sprinting towards him. Using his new concept, he focused as much kinetic power he could muster into his hands, forming solid barriers, but in a spherical shape. Jynna, now just a few feet away, put all her strength into a strike, and Koren braced his kinetic fists into a block to see what he could do."
10484,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=125,2015-01-04T01:14:00,Wolfenium,"<blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23019543#p23019543"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Wolfenium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23019478#p23019478"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Raising his blades to block her, Mehran again tried to guard himself, wary of another flurry of strikes rocketing his way. However, the blasts from her sword managed to knock his swords off, clattering to the floor away from the lad. But unexpectedly, Vyna's blade seemed to be stuck to his wrist, or rather, the barrier around it, just as her arm was trapped before. This time, he drew his wrist away in a tug, pulling Vyna's sword off as it tugged away from her hand.<br/><br/>""Take this,"" he screamed, sending a powerful kick right at her abdomen. Reinforced by his barrier magic, it proved a crushing blow to any unfortunate enough to connect with it. Knocking her off to the side, she was sent hurtling towards the wall. This time, he was intent on finishing the job, chasing after her as he sent in a flurry of fists in her direction.</div></blockquote><br/>She coughed, the pain of the kick and the impact with the wall both considerable. She groaned in pain, glaring at Mehran as he ran at her. She quickly used some of her dwindling magical strength to pull her blade back to her with her wind powers. She quickly rolled to the blade, her pain intensifying as she did so, grabbing it and forcing herself to her feet. <br/><br/>With that, she prepared a vector plate, wind power combo. Pointing the arrow to Mehran and chanting the necessary spells, and allowing bursts of wind to alter her trajectory if needed and increase her speed she hurtled to him with blinding speed, a stab aimed at his lower torso.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Watching her surge forth, Mehran tired to change tack, halting the charge as he prepared to hold her attack. Charging up his magic, he raised his hands in a guard, intent on intercepting her charge. But she was too fast for him, giving him little time to adjust his footing as he took the full brunt the stab. Before he knew it, his haphazard barrier was punctured before as his guard missed her attack. But the blade did not stop at his torso, as drips of blood started flying from him before their eyes.<br/><br/>To his horror, the blade had seared right through his armour, rupturing his torso as white hot pain sent his nerves into a frenzy. Stunned, he glared down as the blade finally deactivated, way too late to prevent any actual damage as it remained embedded in his body. Slumping to the side, he gripped onto the blade as he gargled inaudibly. As he grasped Vyna's hand, he ordered in a strained voice, ""get the medics here. Don't pull the sword out. Let them deal with this.""<br/><br/>Something had gone awry with the failsafe, whether it as just the sheer kinetic force of her attack or a fault in the armour. He was sure he had checked before hand. It did not appear as the armour given by the school had any problems to speak of. But he did not consider the causes for this accident right then, waving off Vyna to get help. Right now, he had to get medical attention, and with the sword sticking into him, it would be hard for him to stop the bleeding on his own."
10485,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=125,2015-01-04T02:06:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Estva <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23019638#p23019638"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23019563#p23019563"">wrote</a>:</cite>Jynna was knocked off her feet by this one, but she at least had the presence of mind to absorb some of the energy of the attack. She got to her feet again, slightly slower, the last strike having dazed her. However she refocused on Koren and again charged after him. Her footfalls thundering as she moved. Once she had gotten close to her target, she swung downwards with the axe, putting all the stored kinetic energy into a blast that would push outwards after the axe connected with someone or something, whether it be Koren, the ground or his blade.</div></blockquote><br/>Despite all his attempts, Jynna was still coming at Koren. Now, however, he found himself without a sword, and would be facing her unarmed.<br/><br/>When she fell to the ground, and had to recuperate, Koren thought of an idea. These kinetic spells ere not only limited to blasts, barriers, or power strikes. They could also be used to augment a person's ability to fight.<br/><br/>Quickly blasting off the root that held his leg, Koren saw Jynna fully prepared and sprinting towards him. Using his new concept, he focused as much kinetic power he could muster into his hands, forming solid barriers, but in a spherical shape. Jynna, now just a few feet away, put all her strength into a strike, and Koren braced his kinetic fists into a block to see what he could do.</div></blockquote><br/>Jynna grunted as she was forced back by the blast she had created, her attack seemingly blocked by some kinetic block. To make sure this attack wasn't a complete waste, she stomped down, sending a block of earth to hit Koren in the torso again. She again made an attempt to attack again, this time simply trying to hammer Koren into submission with several attacks, her massive ax coming up and down and up and down again, repetitively attacking him, hoping to wear him out or tire him. With each blow, Jyn's frustration grew. Normally she's fairly calm during a battle, but Koren's mental manipulation was getting to her, beginning to make her think less clearly than before. Her normally soft face and light expression were now furrowed in extreme concentration.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Wolfenium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23019660#p23019660"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23019543#p23019543"">wrote</a>:</cite>She coughed, the pain of the kick and the impact with the wall both considerable. She groaned in pain, glaring at Mehran as he ran at her. She quickly used some of her dwindling magical strength to pull her blade back to her with her wind powers. She quickly rolled to the blade, her pain intensifying as she did so, grabbing it and forcing herself to her feet. <br/><br/>With that, she prepared a vector plate, wind power combo. Pointing the arrow to Mehran and chanting the necessary spells, and allowing bursts of wind to alter her trajectory if needed and increase her speed she hurtled to him with blinding speed, a stab aimed at his lower torso.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Watching her surge forth, Mehran tired to change tack, halting the charge as he prepared to hold her attack. Charging up his magic, he raised his hands in a guard, intent on intercepting her charge. But she was too fast for him, giving him little time to adjust his footing as he took the full brunt the stab. Before he knew it, his haphazard barrier was punctured before as his guard missed her attack. But the blade did not stop at his torso, as drips of blood started flying from him before their eyes. <br/><br/>To his horror, the blade had seared right through his armour, rupturing his torso as white hot pain sent his nerves into a frenzy. Stunned, he glared down as the blade finally deactivated, way too late to prevent any actual damage as it remained embedded in his body. Slumping to the side, he gripped onto the blade as he gargled inaudibly. As he grasped Vyna's hand, he ordered in a strained voice, ""get the medics here. Don't pull the sword out. Let them deal with this.""<br/><br/>Something had gone awry with the failsafe, whether it as just the sheer kinetic force of her attack or a fault in the armour. He was sure he had checked before hand. It did not appear as the armour given by the school had any problems to speak of. But he did not consider the causes for this accident right then, waving off Vyna to get help. Right now, he had to get medical attention, and with the sword sticking into him, it would be hard for him to stop the bleeding on his own.</div></blockquote><br/>Vyna's expression also turned to both shock and horror. She had not expected her strike to pass through his armor. She wasn't quite sure what had happened, the rude shock of seeing her opponent near death clearing her head. ""Mehran... I'm so...""<span style=""font-style: italic"">sorry...</span>She said weakly, chocking on her words.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Don't... die...</span>She thought, she never wanted to kill anyone. She had wanted to win, but in following that she had become so focused...<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Time for that later. Focus.</span><br/><br/>She nodded, running towards the ref, an aspirant, anyone who could help. And since she couldn't get out of the ring, she got as close to the edge as possible and shouted ""He's hurt! He needs medical attention right now or he might not make it!"" She yelled, before turning back to Mehran. ""I think the blade missed the vitals, we just need to stop the bleeding!"""
10486,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=125,2015-01-04T02:43:00,Wolfenium,"<blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23019840#p23019840"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Wolfenium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23019660#p23019660"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Watching her surge forth, Mehran tired to change tack, halting the charge as he prepared to hold her attack. Charging up his magic, he raised his hands in a guard, intent on intercepting her charge. But she was too fast for him, giving him little time to adjust his footing as he took the full brunt the stab. Before he knew it, his haphazard barrier was punctured before as his guard missed her attack. But the blade did not stop at his torso, as drips of blood started flying from him before their eyes. <br/><br/>To his horror, the blade had seared right through his armour, rupturing his torso as white hot pain sent his nerves into a frenzy. Stunned, he glared down as the blade finally deactivated, way too late to prevent any actual damage as it remained embedded in his body. Slumping to the side, he gripped onto the blade as he gargled inaudibly. As he grasped Vyna's hand, he ordered in a strained voice, ""get the medics here. Don't pull the sword out. Let them deal with this.""<br/><br/>Something had gone awry with the failsafe, whether it as just the sheer kinetic force of her attack or a fault in the armour. He was sure he had checked before hand. It did not appear as the armour given by the school had any problems to speak of. But he did not consider the causes for this accident right then, waving off Vyna to get help. Right now, he had to get medical attention, and with the sword sticking into him, it would be hard for him to stop the bleeding on his own.</div></blockquote><br/>Vyna's expression also turned to both shock and horror. She had not expected her strike to pass through his armor. She wasn't quite sure what had happened, the rude shock of seeing her opponent near death clearing her head. ""Mehran... I'm so..."" <span style=""font-style: italic"">sorry...</span>She said weakly, chocking on her words. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Don't... die...</span> She thought, she never wanted to kill anyone. She had wanted to win, but in following that she had become so focused...<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Time for that later. Focus.</span><br/><br/>She nodded, running towards the ref, an aspirant, anyone who could help. And since she couldn't get out of the ring, she got as close to the edge as possible and shouted ""He's hurt! He needs medical attention right now or he might not make it!"" She yelled, before turning back to Mehran. ""I think the blade missed the vitals, we just need to stop the bleeding!""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""A-Ah..."" blurted the young man, as medics finally rushed in to aid him, finally removing the sword as their administered first aid for him. Hauled off in a stretcher, he seemed eerily calm, albeit still wincing a bit in pain. As he was brought out of the arena, he could see the aggrieved look on Niloofar's face, quite startled by her brother's accident. Taking off his shades, he assured her firmly, ""calm down, Niloofar. It's only a flesh wound. I'll be back in class in no time. You should have joined too-""<br/><br/>""This isn't the time to joke,"" Niloofar screamed at him, ""I told you it was dangerous!""<br/><br/>Turning back towards the ceiling, Mehran merely stated, ""isn't everything we do as knight-errands dangerous? Don't worry.""<br/><br/>With that, the medics brought him out, leaving the girl frozen in shock and very, very livid.<br/><br/>""I hope you're right,"" she jabbed at Arcander sarcastically, refusing to face him as she gritted her teeth, ""he may have asked for this. That doesn't mean he deserves to die for it."""
10487,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=125,2015-01-05T17:13:00,Zarkenis Ultima,"After Aressa had spoken with Ritz and Arcander had addressed Niloofar's concerns, the two aspirants continued watching their charges as they fought in the arenas, both of them observing with keen interest as each of the recruits displayed their abilities and revealed their strengths, their weaknesses, their strategies. Of course, there were other ways to discover all of this, in more informal and less structured ways, but that did not mean that the Silver Games happened to be convenient to the golden-robed aspirants as well, and both the aspiring knight-mender and the scion of the Alistars knew it.<br/><br/>However, as he observed the duels taking place below him, moving from edge to edge to watch each battle more closely and from different angles, his eyes happened to catch a rather peculiar sight in one of the arenas. Two of his charges were present there, one who bore the family name Tarembor and the other who had insisted to be called Aris. However, at the moment, rather than trying to subdue each other to claim supremacy on the battlefield, they were lying on the ground, one atop another, joining their lips and embracing each other. Of course, the armor they wore, as well as their upbringing, or so Arcander hoped, made everyone certain that they were doing little more than kissing, but it was still, to put it mildly, something rather unappropiate for the battlefield, or the Silver Games for that matter.<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Oh my.</span>"" Arcander thought to himself, a very amused expression on his face as he ran his hand through his hair. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Oh my... Aradain, your ways are as mysterious as ever.</span>"" He stated within his mind, wondering what would be an appropiate action to take at the moment. He glanced momentarily at the blindfolded master, but he stood silent still, unmoving and saying not a word about the unscheduled events taking place below. Figuring that he should bring to the attention of the lovebirds the fact that they were getting a lot of attention, he looked at the couple and walked to a position where they would see him quickly. And then, he coughed loudly, the sound echoing in the relative silence of the area surrounding the arena. One of them seemed to react to the noise and look at him, but even then he coughed again for good measure, before watching as they both left the arena and clapping enthusiastically at their small display. However unappropiate it had been, it still made for a very good show. Soon, his enthusiasm turned contagious, as many others around began applauding as well, including a reluctant Aressa who shook her head as she clapped.<br/><br/>""Hmm..."" The thoughtful voice of the blindfolded master sounded suddenly, causing the room to fall silent once again. For several moments, he said nothing more, seemingly musing over the matter, before finally speaking again. ""Well, congratulations."" He stated, calm as ever.<br/><br/>After they had emerged from the arena, which had by now fixed all the damage done by itself, and were greeted by Ritz, an arm fell around each of them. ""That was a good battle, but I would bet a limb that everyone paid a lot more attention to the ending than they paid to the battle itself."" Their white-haired senior stated playfully. The three of them were soon joined by Aressa, who walked towards them with her arms crossed.<br/><br/>""Please don't do that in public again."" She pleaded after a sigh, though it was clear from her voice that she didn't intend to scold them or any such thing.<br/><br/>It seemed that everything was going well for the group, but alas, all of the sudden Arcander's ears caught a symphony of horrified gasps. The golden-robed man turned to the source, and saw one of his charges, the one from the Order of Xorshid, skewered by an energy sword that had now deactivated. Something had gone wrong. Something had gone terribly, terribly wrong. However, the aspirant did not panic. Instead, he moved quickly towards the edge of the arena and stood, unmoving, staring intently at the wounded recruit as he began swiftly muttering long strings of words under his breath, chanting magic that minimized the student's wound from afar to the best of his ability as a healer. Had he lacked the power to heal, or had he lacked mastery over such power, he would have most likely tried to get the attention of the staff as well.<br/><br/>However, it seemed that such a thing had been unnecessary. The blindfolded man had not moved or said a word, and yet, shortly after Mehran's wound and Vyna's pleas had occured, two people rushed through the crowds and jumped down into the arena, shrugging off the fall and rushing towards Mehran. They were clad in armor, but their armor was much different from that of the students at the Academy. Its gray surface reflected the light as neon green glowing lines ran across the armors, forming distinctive patterns. Illusions of pure white cloth fluttered behind the armor and covered the right arm, and on their chests, the emblem of a green flame over a crescent moon was present. The two apparent medics rushed to Mehran's aid, one of them holding him as the other pulled out the sword and held a glowing green gauntlet over the wound, stopping the bleeding and closing the wound, though there was internal damage yet to be fixed. A third medic showed up as well, tossing down a stretcher which the other two deftly caught, putting Mehran on it and taking him out of the arena and away from the stadium, briefly stopping so that he could speak to his sister before continuing on. At this point, Arcander had already returned to the others.<br/><br/>However, after Niloofar spoke, an arm swept her small form away as the addressed aspirant made his way past her and out the door through which the medics had left.<br/><br/>Soon afterwards, a significantly gentler hand was placed on the girl's shoulder.<br/><br/>""You simply don't accuse a Viridian like him of disregarding life, just like you just don't speak ill of Lady Sylvalladine in front of a Phantom like me."" Aressa said to the Xorshid, her voice stern, though it was not too difficult to tell that she said this partially to apologize for her partner's behavior. ""Your brother will be fine, Niloofar. Arcander can heal wonderfully and the medics here are some of the best in the Known Universe, the only way they would have been unable to save him would have been if he had died down there, and that would have been truly impossible."" She stated, hoping to comfort the concerned girl. ""These accidents are very unlikely, but they are accounted for nonetheless. The people in this institution are prepared to deal with them."" She said. Hopefully this would put her at ease. Aressa herself was concerned about the fate of the boy, but neither the statements she had made nor her trust in the Academy were a lie, and so she trusted that the Xorshid would live.<br/><br/>Elsewhere, the blindfolded man spoke to the noblewoman who stood alone in the blood-stained arena. ""Child, it is through no fault of yours that this happened. Now, vacate the arena and rejoin your guides."" He said, neutral as ever though his words were meant to comfort.<br/><br/>Outside the stadium, Arcander had joined the two medics who were taking away Mehran on a stretcher, navigating through the halls of the school. ""Shirazi, how are you feeling?"" He asked. ""I'll try to heal you, but you'll still have to get checked on by the medics. Protocol and such, I'm sure you understand."" He said, smiling in an attempt to reassure the student, and then began muttering under his breath once again, summoning the power of his magic in order to begin reversing the Xorshid's internal damage as he walked into an elevator alongside him and the two medics."
10488,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=150,2015-01-06T01:42:00,Wolfenium,"<blockquote><div><cite>Zarkenis Ultima <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23039100#p23039100"">wrote</a>:</cite>""You simply don't accuse a Viridian like him of disregarding life, just like you just don't speak ill of Lady Sylvalladine in front of a Phantom like me."" Aressa said to the Xorshid, her voice stern, though it was not too difficult to tell that she said this partially to apologize for her partner's behavior. ""Your brother will be fine, Niloofar. Arcander can heal wonderfully and the medics here are some of the best in the Known Universe, the only way they would have been unable to save him would have been if he had died down there, and that would have been truly impossible."" She stated, hoping to comfort the concerned girl. ""These accidents are very unlikely, but they are accounted for nonetheless. The people in this institution are prepared to deal with them."" She said. Hopefully this would put her at ease. Aressa herself was concerned about the fate of the boy, but neither the statements she had made nor her trust in the Academy were a lie, and so she trusted that the Xorshid would live.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Her hand over her sore cheek, Niloofar admitted in a rather indignant tone, ""I know... I know that... I just... I don't like doing nothing when incidents happen... It's grating...""<br/><br/>A quick rub of a tear from her eye, Niloofar clearly cared a lot about his well-being. Perhaps it was his adventurism that made her so protective, but she did not like taking chances with him. Sadly, there was not really anything she could do now. All she could do was trust in the academy to take good care of him, and wait for him to recover.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Zarkenis Ultima <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23039100#p23039100"">wrote</a>:</cite>Outside the stadium, Arcander had joined the two medics who were taking away Mehran on a stretcher, navigating through the halls of the school. ""Shirazi, how are you feeling?"" He asked. ""I'll try to heal you, but you'll still have to get checked on by the medics. Protocol and such, I'm sure you understand."" He said, smiling in an attempt to reassure the student, and then began muttering under his breath once again, summoning the power of his magic in order to begin reversing the Xorshid's internal damage as he walked into an elevator alongside him and the two medics.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Ah, I'm fine,"" Mehran went in an assuring voice, taking his shades off, ""I'm just a bit disappointed at losing. A little longer and I could have worn her down. On hindsight, I should have hindered her movements with the barriers than focus on defence. I suppose that would have to wait.""<br/><br/>Unlike Niloofar, Mehran did not seem overly bothered by the injury at all. Instead, his mind remained focused on the fight, and the hope for a rematch with Vyna. He was not incensed by the loss, nor did he blame her from injuring him. In fact, he seemed impatient to recover, though to he did have to concede to Arcander to put rest as his current priority. It was odd, but he seemed to enjoy the thrill of battle. It was not pure bloodlust, but it was a risky thrill, nonetheless."
10489,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=150,2015-01-06T03:56:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Zarkenis Ultima <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23039100#p23039100"">wrote</a>:</cite>Elsewhere, the blindfolded man spoke to the noblewoman who stood alone in the blood-stained arena. ""Child, it is through no fault of yours that this happened. Now, vacate the arena and rejoin your guides."" He said, neutral as ever though his words were meant to comfort.</div></blockquote><br/>Vyna looked over to the blindfolded man, having been staring at the medics, Mehran and Arcander this whole time. She nodded, then paused before sighing. ""I should have been more careful..."" She muttered, walking over to the disc which had brought her down to this place and waited for it to take her up. All the while guilt and worry seemed to flow through her mind like poison. She bit her lip. ""I need to go make sure he's alright, apologize to him."" She moved towards where the medics seemed to be taking them, before noticing Niloofar and Aressa.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Wolfenium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23043046#p23043046"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Zarkenis Ultima <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23039100#p23039100"">wrote</a>:</cite>""You simply don't accuse a Viridian like him of disregarding life, just like you just don't speak ill of Lady Sylvalladine in front of a Phantom like me."" Aressa said to the Xorshid, her voice stern, though it was not too difficult to tell that she said this partially to apologize for her partner's behavior. ""Your brother will be fine, Niloofar. Arcander can heal wonderfully and the medics here are some of the best in the Known Universe, the only way they would have been unable to save him would have been if he had died down there, and that would have been truly impossible."" She stated, hoping to comfort the concerned girl. ""These accidents are very unlikely, but they are accounted for nonetheless. The people in this institution are prepared to deal with them."" She said. Hopefully this would put her at ease. Aressa herself was concerned about the fate of the boy, but neither the statements she had made nor her trust in the Academy were a lie, and so she trusted that the Xorshid would live.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Her hand over her sore cheek, Niloofar admitted in a rather indignant tone, ""I know... I know that... I just... I don't like doing nothing when incidents happen... It's grating...""<br/><br/>A quick rub of a tear from her eye, Niloofar clearly cared a lot about his well-being. Perhaps it was his adventurism that made her so protective, but she did not like taking chances with him. Sadly, there was not really anything she could do now. All she could do was trust in the academy to take good care of him, and wait for him to recover.</div></blockquote><br/>She walked over to the two girls, Niloofar in particular, remembering that she was Mehran's sister. She knew what she must be feeling, as Vyna was distraught when she had heard Jyn was nearly killed. ""I... I'm so sorry about hurting your brother... I didn't mean to injure him. It just... happened."" She said."
10490,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=150,2015-01-07T02:32:00,Wolfenium,"<blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23043457#p23043457"">wrote</a>:</cite>She walked over to the two girls, Niloofar in particular, remembering that she was Mehran's sister. She knew what she must be feeling, as Vyna was distraught when she had heard Jyn was nearly killed. ""I... I'm so sorry about hurting your brother... I didn't mean to injure him. It just... happened."" She said.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Shutting her eyes as she looked away, Niloofar appeared desperate to avoid her. In her honesty, Vyna never meant to hurt Mehran. That much was clear, especially for a logic-defined Xorshid like her. However, part of her felt tempted to hit or berate Vyna for her carelessness, but she understood that was not the wisest decision, nor a helpful one.<br/><br/>""There's nothing to apologize about, Miss Ayendor,"" Niloofar forced a response, ""no one expected this to happen. If you really want to make amends, go find Mehran once he's back up. I'm sure he'll say the same thing.""<br/><br/>It sounded rather insincere, but it was a reply she knew was right. She did not want to force any blame of the girl just because she felt like it. That would just be cruel, and was bound to put her at odds with her brother."
10491,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=150,2015-01-07T12:48:00,Esternial,"<blockquote><div><cite>Wolfenium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23054127#p23054127"">wrote</a>:</cite>Shutting her eyes as she looked away, Niloofar appeared desperate to avoid her. In her honesty, Vyna never meant to hurt Mehran. That much was clear, especially for a logic-defined Xorshid like her. However, part of her felt tempted to hit or berate Vyna for her carelessness, but she understood that was not the wisest decision, nor a helpful one.<br/><br/>""There's nothing to apologize about, Miss Ayendor,"" Niloofar forced a response, ""no one expected this to happen. If you really want to make amends, go find Mehran once he's back up. I'm sure he'll say the same thing.""<br/><br/>It sounded rather insincere, but it was a reply she knew was right. She did not want to force any blame of the girl just because she felt like it. That would just be cruel, and was bound to put her at odds with her brother.</div></blockquote><br/>""Your brother's tougher than you think"" Ritz said as she approached the other recruits, having observed the battle and it's bloody conclusion.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Reckless, but tough</span>. She elected not to voice that thought; Niloofar seemed agitated enough as is, and any comment on her brother's abilities might not go down so well. She could sense the disturbance, disrupting the steady flow of energy inside of her. Usually calm and serene like a babbling creek, the energy was coursing through her body like a rushing river. Uncontrolled. Unchecked. Without focus, a Redemit's life force reverts to a unbridled force of nature, impossible to wield.<br/><br/>With a warm, somewhat forced smile, Ritz placed her hand on Niloofar's shoulder, radiating a pleasant warmth from her palm that seeped into Niloofar, slowly spreading throughout her body, trying to dam in the flow and contain it. With her current abilities, Ritz could only provide a little push in the right direction, infuse the girl's body with a calm sensation that would allow her to regain her cool and focus, but only if she allowed it to.<br/><br/>It was a subtle influence that she exerted over Niloofar, one that others could only experience as the warm invisible glow Ritz seemed to exude from every pore.<br/><br/>No doubt, Ritz could give some brilliant massages."
10492,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=150,2015-01-07T17:49:00,Zarkenis Ultima,"Arcander merely listened to the recruit speak as he continued his swift healing chant, holding out his hand over Mehran's wound, a soft green glow emerging from it, hovering in the air over the hole in the Xorshid's armor. Though the quick intervention by part of the medics had sealed the wound, preventing too much blood from leaking out, they had left some internal damage unattended in order to get him to a better place as soon as possible, as was normal. There was a myriad of miraclous equipment at the medical ward, after all. However, with Arcander's magic, said internal damage was quickly fixing itself with no need for any further intervention, leaving the battle-yearning young man healed. Indeed, he would probably been able to stand up at that moment, but it was more than evident that the two medics in green armor would not allow it. While the white-haired aspirant's magic was powerful, able to heal the Xorshid before the elevator had reached its destination, his comment about protocol was true. Not only was it required for the medics to check him to see if there was any damage left unattended, it was also necessary to send his armor off to be repaired by the engineers and analyzed to see what had caused the failure and prevent something similar from happening again.<br/><br/>""Well,"" He said upon finishing the chant. ""I'm sure you will have plenty of chances to fight her again in the future.""<br/><br/>The elevator stopped, the cylinder opening up, and out went the two medics who moved the stretcher on which Mehran was lying, followed by the Viridian. In but a few moments, they had arrived before a large door custodied by another medic clad in green armor, who spoke into a device upon seeing her colleagues. Moments afterwards, the door opened up, revealing a large, pristine white room. A reception was the first thing visible, an attendant present there, quite possibly the only person without armor on in the whole room aside from Arcander himself. Elsewhere, several hospital beds and plenty of medical contraptions were present, as well as several armored medics like the two that had just entered.<br/><br/>The medics placed him on a hospital bed, and then pulled over a large device, taking from it a rectangular object attached to the device by a hose-like connector. One of the medics pressed a button on the device, while the other held the rectangle over Mehran's body, a light coming out of it at the press of a button. He scanned Mehran with it, making sure that the light had passed over his whole body twice before deactivating.<br/><br/>""The Diagnosis Machine detects nothing."" One of them finally spoke. ""Your guardian's healing is remarkable, kid. You're alright now.""<br/><br/>Arcander smiled, not at the compliment but at the good news. ""Great, now we just need to send your armor off for repairs, but we can do that later. For now, I think I'll have you rest here until the Silver Games are done."" He said, not wanting Mehran to suffer from any unforeseen consequence. Even if he did not seem to care too much about the wound, an accident like that could have repercutions in one's psyche and not just their body, and so, the tall aspirant did not wish to take any risks. ""Would you like me to send someone to fetch your sister?"" He asked out of courtesy.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, Aressa noticed the arrival of Vynaria and Ritz, and decided to take a step back and allow them to speak with Niloofar, hoping that perhaps an apology or a few kind words from one of her fellow recruits would serve to put her at ease more than her own words had. Though they were yet to become closer as a group, perhaps simply being addressed by an equal would help her, and it was with this in mind that she stepped back and thought of what to do next. Arcander was with Mehran, which made her feel calm about the whole thing, as she knew that her friend was good with healing magic and gentler than herself, but perhaps the recruits would also feel better if they were able to see their fellow student recover, which was certainly something to consider.<br/><br/>On the other hand, there were still a handful of recruits under her care who were yet to finish their duels, and so, she couldn't just leave them behind, though she could always drop some of them off at the medical ward and then return. She felt it unlikely that the recruits would wander off on their own if they didn't see either of their guides around, after all, and there was always the possibility that she would be back before they had even finished their duels.<br/><br/>Figuring that this was as good a plan as any, she decided to speak up.<br/><br/>""If either of you would like to visit Mehran at the medical ward, I can certainly take you along and leave you in Brightshield's care, if that would put your minds at ease."" She said to Vynaria and Niloofar, though she was not planning to object if Ritz decided to tag along as well. Remembering the presence of another two of her charges, she turned towards them. ""Akaion, Tarembor, if either of you sustained any physical wound prior to your romantic encounter, now would be a good opportunity to get that fixed."" She offered to them."
10493,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=150,2015-01-07T18:29:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Wolfenium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23054127#p23054127"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23043457#p23043457"">wrote</a>:</cite>She walked over to the two girls, Niloofar in particular, remembering that she was Mehran's sister. She knew what she must be feeling, as Vyna was distraught when she had heard Jyn was nearly killed. ""I... I'm so sorry about hurting your brother... I didn't mean to injure him. It just... happened."" She said.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Shutting her eyes as she looked away, Niloofar appeared desperate to avoid her. In her honesty, Vyna never meant to hurt Mehran. That much was clear, especially for a logic-defined Xorshid like her. However, part of her felt tempted to hit or berate Vyna for her carelessness, but she understood that was not the wisest decision, nor a helpful one.<br/><br/>""There's nothing to apologize about, Miss Ayendor,"" Niloofar forced a response, ""no one expected this to happen. If you really want to make amends, go find Mehran once he's back up. I'm sure he'll say the same thing.""<br/><br/>It sounded rather insincere, but it was a reply she knew was right. She did not want to force any blame of the girl just because she felt like it. That would just be cruel, and was bound to put her at odds with her brother.</div></blockquote><br/>Vyna noticed the insincerity, but nodded anyway. Vyna wouldn't have blamed her had Niloofar berated her. She knew she deserved that at least for being so careless. Even though it was an accident, Vyna still felt guilty for hurting Mehran. ""Right..."" She said, pausing. ""I'll do that I suppose."" She grabbed her arm awkwardly, sighing.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Nothing to apologize about""...</span>She thought,<span style=""font-style: italic"">It was all my fault. I could have hurt him... I could have killed him if my sword was just a little to the right or left... </span>She noted Ritz's presence, unsure about her, but assuming she was a newcomer to the group.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Zarkenis Ultima <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23061528#p23061528"">wrote</a>:</cite>""If either of you would like to visit Mehran at the medical ward, I can certainly take you along and leave you in Brightshield's care, if that would put your minds at ease."" She said to Vynaria and Niloofar, though she was not planning to object if Ritz decided to tag along as well. Remembering the presence of another two of her charges, she turned towards them. ""Akaion, Tarembor, if either of you sustained any physical wound prior to your romantic encounter, now would be a good opportunity to get that fixed."" She offered to them.</div></blockquote><br/>Vyna nodded. ""I need to go apologize to Mehran himself. I only hope he's okay now..."" She replied. She sighed, hoping what Niloofar said about Then she looked over to the two lovebirds, and she almost grinned. Her mind was taken from Mehran and the duel for a little bit, a welcome distraction.<span style=""font-style: italic"">I knew those two wouldn't wait long before they confessed their love for one another.</span><br/><br/>Suddenly Vyna looked down to her hands, noticing they were lightly sprinkled with blood. Mehran's blood. Vyna wasn't usually squeamish, in fact she hardly ever batted an eye at blood. However the idea that she had inflicted a wound during a friendly competition almost made her sick.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">I'l clean it off once I get to the infirmary...</span>"
10494,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=150,2015-01-07T23:05:00,Wolfenium,"<blockquote><div><cite>Esternial <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23058121#p23058121"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Your brother's tougher than you think"" Ritz said as she approached the other recruits, having observed the battle and it's bloody conclusion. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Reckless, but tough</span>. She elected not to voice that thought; Niloofar seemed agitated enough as is, and any comment on her brother's abilities might not go down so well. She could sense the disturbance, disrupting the steady flow of energy inside of her. Usually calm and serene like a babbling creek, the energy was coursing through her body like a rushing river. Uncontrolled. Unchecked. Without focus, a Redemit's life force reverts to a unbridled force of nature, impossible to wield. <br/><br/>With a warm, somewhat forced smile, Ritz placed her hand on Niloofar's shoulder, radiating a pleasant warmth from her palm that seeped into Niloofar, slowly spreading throughout her body, trying to dam in the flow and contain it. With her current abilities, Ritz could only provide a little push in the right direction, infuse the girl's body with a calm sensation that would allow her to regain her cool and focus, but only if she allowed it to. <br/><br/>It was a subtle influence that she exerted over Niloofar, one that others could only experience as the warm invisible glow Ritz seemed to exude from every pore.<br/><br/>No doubt, Ritz could give some brilliant massages.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""I-I know..."" Niloofar griped, turning away from the new girl, ""I'm just worried he might overexert himself.""<br/><br/>As Ritz placed her hand over her shoulder, Niloofar could not help but feel a bit startled. She had barely known Ritz, and having a stranger lay her hand on her would have given anyone the chills. But there was a welcoming warmth emanating out of her, a soothing wave running along her veins. For a moment, Niloofar was starting to feel more at ease, after what happened earlier.<br/><br/>But something else was happening to her, as the ends of her hair started to glow with an aqua aura. It appeared luminescent, like a gleaming, clear sea reflecting off moonlight, almost beautiful to watch. However, the change did not went unnoticed, as Niloofar's eye caught a part of the glow. It was then she realized Ritz's trick, injecting foreign energy into her like a viper. Swatting the hand aside, she became even more aggravated then before with good reason.<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Don't touch me, wench,</span>"" hissed the provoked Xorshid, a hint of aura glow staining her eye as it began to recede from her iris, ""<span style=""font-weight: bold"">don't toy with me like that! You think it's funny tampering with someone's body without permission!?</span>""<br/><br/>There were many things that could rile an ill-tempered girl like Niloofar, but it appeared that Ritz had gravely offended her in her attempt. While it had not manifested completely, her appearance had changed a bit. Her normally jet black hair and eyes partially taking on the aura hue, it did not appear to have manifested completely. But it was enough to trigger such a violent response, and one she would likely not forgive Ritz for in the near future.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Zarkenis Ultima <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23061528#p23061528"">wrote</a>:</cite>-snip-</div></blockquote><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23061964#p23061964"">wrote</a>:</cite>Even though it was an accident, Vyna still felt guilty for hurting Mehran. ""Right..."" She said, pausing. ""I'll do that I suppose.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Fortunately, the Xorshid stopped herself short before she berated the girl further, facing away in a begrudged mood as she tried to restrain herself. As Aressa stepped in with the suggestion, Niloofar felt tempted to accept. Hesitation plagued her, as her eyes shifted to Vynaria. Gnawing her teeth as she forced her temper down, she mumbled, ""excuse me. I need some alone time. Just tell me where the infirmary is. I'll visit when I'm... more at ease...""<br/><br/>With that, she paced off, unwilling to interact further. She was stubborn, clearly, and it would take time to open up. For now, it seemed best to leave her to her own thoughts. Any more interacts might only worsen her mood."
10495,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=150,2015-01-08T06:38:00,Esternial,"<blockquote><div><cite>Wolfenium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23064485#p23064485"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Esternial <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23058121#p23058121"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Your brother's tougher than you think"" Ritz said as she approached the other recruits, having observed the battle and it's bloody conclusion. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Reckless, but tough</span>. She elected not to voice that thought; Niloofar seemed agitated enough as is, and any comment on her brother's abilities might not go down so well. She could sense the disturbance, disrupting the steady flow of energy inside of her. Usually calm and serene like a babbling creek, the energy was coursing through her body like a rushing river. Uncontrolled. Unchecked. Without focus, a Redemit's life force reverts to a unbridled force of nature, impossible to wield. <br/><br/>With a warm, somewhat forced smile, Ritz placed her hand on Niloofar's shoulder, radiating a pleasant warmth from her palm that seeped into Niloofar, slowly spreading throughout her body, trying to dam in the flow and contain it. With her current abilities, Ritz could only provide a little push in the right direction, infuse the girl's body with a calm sensation that would allow her to regain her cool and focus, but only if she allowed it to. <br/><br/>It was a subtle influence that she exerted over Niloofar, one that others could only experience as the warm invisible glow Ritz seemed to exude from every pore.<br/><br/>No doubt, Ritz could give some brilliant massages.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""I-I know..."" Niloofar griped, turning away from the new girl, ""I'm just worried he might overexert himself.""<br/><br/>As Ritz placed her hand over her shoulder, Niloofar could not help but feel a bit startled. She had barely known Ritz, and having a stranger lay her hand on her would have given anyone the chills. But there was a welcoming warmth emanating out of her, a soothing wave running along her veins. For a moment, Niloofar was starting to feel more at ease, after what happened earlier.<br/><br/>But something else was happening to her, as the ends of her hair started to glow with an aqua aura. It appeared luminescent, like a gleaming, clear sea reflecting off moonlight, almost beautiful to watch. However, the change did not went unnoticed, as Niloofar's eye caught a part of the glow. It was then she realized Ritz's trick, injecting foreign energy into her like a viper. Swatting the hand aside, she became even more aggravated then before with good reason.<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Don't touch me, wench,</span>"" hissed the provoked Xorshid, a hint of aura glow staining her eye as it began to recede from her iris, ""<span style=""font-weight: bold"">don't toy with me like that! You think it's funny tampering with someone's body without permission!?</span>""<br/><br/>There were many things that could rile an ill-tempered girl like Niloofar, but it appeared that Ritz had gravely offended her in her attempt. While it had not manifested completely, her appearance had changed a bit. Her normally jet black hair and eyes partially taking on the aura hue, it did not appear to have manifested completely. But it was enough to trigger such a violent response, and one she would likely not forgive Ritz for in the near future.</div></blockquote><br/>Though the response she got would warrant some distress, Ritz didn't seem that bothered by Niloofar's reaction. She seemed annoyed at the response more than anything. Niloofar's had a rather unpleasant personality, a lesson Ritz soon wouldn't forget - any vague feelings of compassion she felt for the girl were promptly stifled, substituted by the general indifference she felt towards most people. Her smile sank back into its neutral configuration, and Ritz' face assumed an expression that was truly blasé.<br/><br/>She let Niloofar chastise her as long as the hot-tempered girl felt like it before she turned away and left, drifting through the academy halls. The sleek and sober building stood in stark contrast to her ancestral home, rebuilt in a style reminiscent of Kaineroth. Despite its sheer size, it wasn't all too difficult to find what you wanted; the floor plan seemed designed for functionality, and there were plenty of directions available to avoid anyone getting lost, though it also spoiled any attempts to aimlessly saunter the hallways and discover where you'd end up, something Ritz enjoyed for time to time.<br/><br/>Though this time, she did have somewhere to be. Sort of.<br/><br/>The exterior of the top floor seemed more aesthetically pleasing than the rest of the building, with jets of water rushing up from fountains amidst a strictly pruned garden. A smile returning to her face, Ritz wandered the garden for a short while before she found a little oasis of calm. Though no longer truly on the top floor, she could see the small semicircular platform of green from the balcony, with a large tree stretching several stories up. Rather than take the stairs, the young woman instinctively leaped off the balcony, shocking several bystanders, as she threw herself towards the tree, finding her grip and slowly descending towards the patch of green that sat below the garden, offering a magnificent view of the sea surrounding the academy.<br/><br/>With a satisfied sigh she settled down in the grass, stretching herself out like a cat nestling on a warm couch, and closed her eyes. The warmth of the sun was gently caressing her skin as she emptied her mind, listened to the song of the wind and whispered silent words.<br/><br/>The life energy inside her began to flow outward, piercing through her skin and stretching out like solar flares from a vibrant star, invisible tethers that tapped into unseen forces and fed its core more and more. First contained within, but slowly spreading beyond it boundaries, the energy began to diffuse through her skin. A pleasant warmth surrounded her, like a cocoon of serenity, slowly becoming visible to the naked eye as she began to positively shine with the intensity of a distant sun. Vague but unmistakeable.<br/><br/>Peace of mind was a commodity to so many this day and age, and Ritz felt blessed to be capable of creating her own out of thin air."
10496,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=150,2015-01-08T09:45:00,Estva,"<blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23019840#p23019840"">wrote</a>:</cite>Jynna grunted as she was forced back by the blast she had created, her attack seemingly blocked by some kinetic block. To make sure this attack wasn't a complete waste, she stomped down, sending a block of earth to hit Koren in the torso again. She again made an attempt to attack again, this time simply trying to hammer Koren into submission with several attacks, her massive ax coming up and down and up and down again, repetitively attacking him, hoping to wear him out or tire him. With each blow, Jyn's frustration grew. Normally she's fairly calm during a battle, but Koren's mental manipulation was getting to her, beginning to make her think less clearly than before. Her normally soft face and light expression were now furrowed in extreme concentration. </div></blockquote><br/>His kinetic fists had worked! They were blocking Jynna's ferocious blows, coming one after each other, but losing finesse each time. He tried to think of a way to move around, but he had to focus on keeping the attacks at bay as they were right next to each other. Jynna was getting visibly frustrated, attacking harder and harder each time, which foced Koren to dedicate more power to the fists each time.<br/><br/>Quickly, he put a kinetic force into his right leg, and deflected the next axe swing with his fists. Once the moment was seized, and as Jynna braced for another attack, he side-stepped and tried to sweep at her feet to knock her down, and then slam her with the fist."
10497,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=150,2015-01-09T22:56:00,The Unites State-Of-Minds,"Aro felt uncomfortably hot in the armor, most likely a result of nervousness then actual heat retention by the armor itself. The few moments of observation before his name was called gave little opportunity to see the others compete, something he felt a tad let down by. Taking his place, he awaited the arrival of his opponent and the descent into the stadium.<br/><br/>As he descended upon the circular platform, a sense of calm began to wash over him. This was a place of combat, where he would test his own against another. The environment was not one of oppression, but of competitive spirit. He looked eagerly toward his opponent, although not one he recognized. Shame, he thought, as many of the others in his group had been paired off together. He felt somewhat disappointed at not having the same chance as they, but resolved that it mattered not, as in the end the chance to compete was all he could ask for. Mimicking the Aspirants shown before, he bowed in respect to his opponent, before taking the non aggressive stance he was taught to begin with.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Watch first, act after""</span>"
10498,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=150,2015-01-09T23:03:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Estva <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23067426#p23067426"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23019840#p23019840"">wrote</a>:</cite>Jynna grunted as she was forced back by the blast she had created, her attack seemingly blocked by some kinetic block. To make sure this attack wasn't a complete waste, she stomped down, sending a block of earth to hit Koren in the torso again. She again made an attempt to attack again, this time simply trying to hammer Koren into submission with several attacks, her massive ax coming up and down and up and down again, repetitively attacking him, hoping to wear him out or tire him. With each blow, Jyn's frustration grew. Normally she's fairly calm during a battle, but Koren's mental manipulation was getting to her, beginning to make her think less clearly than before. Her normally soft face and light expression were now furrowed in extreme concentration. </div></blockquote><br/>His kinetic fists had worked! They were blocking Jynna's ferocious blows, coming one after each other, but losing finesse each time. He tried to think of a way to move around, but he had to focus on keeping the attacks at bay as they were right next to each other. Jynna was getting visibly frustrated, attacking harder and harder each time, which foced Koren to dedicate more power to the fists each time.<br/><br/>Quickly, he put a kinetic force into his right leg, and deflected the next axe swing with his fists. Once the moment was seized, and as Jynna braced for another attack, he side-stepped and tried to sweep at her feet to knock her down, and then slam her with the fist.</div></blockquote><br/>Jynna grunted as her armour clanged against the floor. Pain hitting her despite the fact she was armoured. As he moved to slam her, Jynna quickly covered her arms in stone, and then blocked the punch. She then used the opportunity to counterattack and punch back at her opponent, hoping to push him back a bit to get some breathing room. She was beginning to feel the effects of Korens mind games, frustration and doubt creeping in."
10499,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=150,2015-01-09T23:18:00,Estva,"<blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23085859#p23085859"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Estva <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23067426#p23067426"">wrote</a>:</cite>His kinetic fists had worked! They were blocking Jynna's ferocious blows, coming one after each other, but losing finesse each time. He tried to think of a way to move around, but he had to focus on keeping the attacks at bay as they were right next to each other. Jynna was getting visibly frustrated, attacking harder and harder each time, which foced Koren to dedicate more power to the fists each time.<br/><br/>Quickly, he put a kinetic force into his right leg, and deflected the next axe swing with his fists. Once the moment was seized, and as Jynna braced for another attack, he side-stepped and tried to sweep at her feet to knock her down, and then slam her with the fist.</div></blockquote><br/>Jynna grunted as her armour clanged against the floor. Pain hitting her despite the fact she was armoured. As he moved to slam her, Jynna quickly covered her arms in stone, and then blocked the punch. She then used the opportunity to counterattack and punch back at her opponent, hoping to push him back a bit to get some breathing room. She was beginning to feel the effects of Korens mind games, frustration and doubt creeping in.</div></blockquote><br/>Koren's fists rebounded of the earthen defense, and Jyna moved in for the attack. Punching with one of her arms instead of launching an attack with her axe, the punch meeting with his kinetic fists. The hit was strong, and Koren was pushed back, as he did not want to spend too much energy on the block. This push-back allowed Jynna to continue attacking, as he tried to increase the frustration in her mind. Eventually, he put a lot of energy into a deflection, and then launched another bast at her axe, in an attempt to fling it across the room."
10500,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=150,2015-01-10T17:05:00,Zarkenis Ultima,"Aressa looked at Vynaria and nodded at her as she stated that she wanted to apologize to the Xorshid for wounding him in battle. Surely Niloofar was not lying when she said that he would probably brush it off as an unfortunate accident and not blame her for it, so she was not too concerned about that, though she was disappointed to see how the injured warrior's sister reacted to Vyna's apology. She understood how one could feel when someone dear suffered an accident like that, but she firmly believed that lashing out at people who held no responsibility for the incident was not going to accomplish anything positive. On the other hand, it was clear that Niloofar was restraining herself in an attempt to give a polite answer, something that the golden-robed woman had to give her some credit for.<br/><br/>With zero amusement, the red-haired aspirant watched as Ritz' efforts to calm down the girl were met with a sudden outburst of aggressivity, something that managed to surprise even her, more so than the strange aqua glow that had permeated the Xorshid's hair and eyes for a moment. She had not expected such a seemingly disproportionate reaction to come from someone who hailed from an order of scholars, and certainly not towards something like that. She watched, rather frustrated, as both Ritz and Niloofar walked away from each other and the group. Having heard the latter's request, she took a couple steps in her direction before calling out to her.<br/><br/>""Floor one hundred. There are instructions on how to get to the medical area on the wall."" Aressa said to the Xorshid, before turning and walking back to Vyna.<br/><br/>""Oh, this is going to be a fun group."" She said after letting out a slightly exasperated sigh, before looking at the noble blooded girl before her. ""Anyway, follow me. I'll take you to the infirmary so you can apologize to Mehran."" She said, before turning towards the door through which Arcander and the medics had left earlier and walking towards it, heading out into the hallways and swiftly making her way to the elevators. Once there, she waited for Vynaria and whoever else had decided to tag along, before inputting the number 100 on the control pad of the transparent chamber. It did not take very long for the contraption to reach its destination, and once there, Aressa stepped outside, leading the way and arriving next to the large door of the infirmary in a short time. The armored medic stationed outside glanced at the two students that had just arrived, noticing the blood on the hands of one of them.<br/><br/>""That better not be infected."" She said to Vyna, before speaking into a device on the wall once again, the door opening up swiftly, allowing them entry onto the infirmary, where they would see Mehran on one of the hospital beds, with Arcander sitting down on another that was next to the first. The white-haired aspirant glanced at the door and then at Mehran upon seeing the people who had just entered the room.<br/><br/>""Looks like you've got visits."" He said cheerfully. ""And it's two cute girls to boot. You're a lucky guy, Mehran."" He added afterwards, joking around as if to cheer up the Xorshid. Aressa sighed, and put her hand on Vyna's back to give her a little push forward, prompting him to go towards them.<br/><br/>""Apologize already, or he'll make another silly statement before I can get out of here."" She said to the recruit, though her faint smile gave away the fact that she, too, was only joking around this time. ""Oh, and you might want to wash your hands. There's a restroom somewhere around here.""<br/><hr/><br/><br/>As Arogisl's last name was called by the blindfolded master, so too was that of another student, one that was, curiously enough, not from the same group, as had been the case with the other match-ups. Of course, it was entirely possible that he had caught a glimpse of her during the landings or the ceremony, or perhaps even heard of her or her lineage if he happened to know something about the Order of the Valiant Fang or foreign nobilities of the allies of the Phantom Blade. However, such was unlikely and the fact remained that this was likely the first time he would get to see his opponent in detail. The girl, called by her family name, Salasanger, strode forward boldly, a confident grin on her face as her hair fluttered behind her, eyes set upon the one who was to be her opponent. She wore the silver robe of the recruits proudly, and on her uniform, opposite to the sigil of the Phantom Blade, was the<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://img3.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20130615184615/legacyofkain/images/5/51/Defiance-Texture-VampireCitadel-PillarSymbol-States.png"" rel=""nofollow"">image</a>of a fang, a claw and an eye inside of a circle, representing the Order of the Valiant Fang.<br/><br/>The woman, whose given name was Elsis, strode up to the disk in front of the dueling arena, and observed Arogisl intently, her confidence never seeming to leave her. He didn't seem like much of a threat, she decided, and though she was well aware that she was yet to see him in action in the battlefield proper, she was certain that she could defeat him. She was one of the strongest braveblood scions of the Valiant Fang, after all.<br/><br/>Swiftly, the descent into the arena began. A snap of her fingers, and as Elsis stepped out into the battlefield, one could see that her armor now covered her whole, the blood red light patterns on her armor ressembling tiny flames running all across her body, converging on her armor's chest, which bore the emblem of the Phantom Blade just like the rest. Quickly she strode forward one third of the arena's length, where she stopped just like the aspirants before her had done, and waited as the tedious pre-battle procedure began, bowing when appropiate and then summoning forth her blade with an ominous word heard of in the ancient legends and folklore of many civilizations throughout the Known Universe.<br/><br/>""Salamander."" She uttered, and at once, in her hand, a large metal hilt appeared, soon followed by the eruption of a massive energy blade whose color and glow made it seem not unlike the earthen blood of countless planets, the magma that slept uneasily beneath the surface as it waited for an opportunity to blast through the earth. It was easily about half her size, though the one-handed grip with which she held it casually to her side seemed to indicate that she was able to use such a weapon easily without having to use both of her hands. Her other hand placed on her waist, she waited impatiently for the ten seconds to pass, tapping her foot on the ground until the blindfolded master uttered the word 'zero'. Even then, she showed some more restraint, continuing to stand still as she observed her opponent intently. Quiet mutterings soon reached her ears, and she waited for him to make the first move, eager to see what her opponent was truly capable of, wondering if he could give her a good fight.<br/><br/>However, soon the mutterings reached their end, and still nothing happened. No blast of lightning. No force impact. No slash in the air.<br/><br/>""Tch."" The girl muttered, a frowning expression of annoyance taking over her gleeful confidence. Lifting an arm, she casually tossed her broadsword at her enemy, the large blade spinning and cleaving through the air as it flew towards Arogisl. And then, she herself launched off towards Aro, as if following the path carved by her sword.<br/><br/>Of course, Arogisl hadn't arrived at the Silver Hand Academy for nothing, and he was certainly able to sidestep an attack like that, however narrowly, even taking the opportunity to tap the blade with his own, further deflecting it and sending it away from its owner, in hopes that Elsis would find herself disarmed and yet forced to go through him if she wanted to recover her weapon.<br/><br/>And yet, right before his eyes, with but a thought from the braveblood, the sword vanished in thin air.<br/><br/>""SALAMANDER!"" Came the enemy's roar, right next to him, and as he turned to look, he saw her with the broadsword in her grip once again, this time held with both hands. She was right next to him, and her black armor shone under the stadium's light as she raised her arms, swinging the large blade in an ascending motion, like a skyward cannon ready to blow up the moon. Aro was taken by surprise by this tactic, and so, was unable to block or parry or dodge in time, the blade coming in contact with his armor's energy shields, a shrill noise like a sawblade cutting through steel echoing in the air as her blade continued ascending, leaving a short-lived trail of searing fire in the air right in front of Arogisl's armor as golden and crimson sparks flew everywhere.<br/><br/>But Aro was not defenseless, and even though he had already taken the hit, his armor's energy levels dropping significantly, he decided to make the most of it. Twisting his body around to avoid taking any more damage from the Salamander's ascending path of destruction, he brought his own blade to slash at Elsis' exposed torso. The girl noticed, naturally, and with a grunt she took a step to the side and away from Arogisl, bringing her sword down like a guillotine upon Aro's own blade, sending his arm down from the sheer force of the impact, though not before the nobleman's sword had drained some of her own energy. Annoyed by this turn of events, the girl took her sword and raised it, swinging it in a descending arc this time, throwing subtlety to the air as she attempted to bring down what remained of Arogisl's defenses in a single strike.<br/><br/>However, she was unable to do this. The nobleman's sword, though much smaller, rose to meet hers, blocking the strike. The frown present on the face of Elsis intensified as she withdrew her blade and swung it towards her opponent again, and again and again and again. And though every time the energy blade of her adversary quivered violently under the sheer force of the blows it was blocking, and the ground beneath his feet cracked from the pressure, he still managed to block every swing with precision, even managing to anticipate and parry a few of them, forcing her to release one of her hands to deflect the incoming blade with her gauntlet so as to avoid further damage, even though energy still drained from her armor by doing this. Though she did not feel that she was going to lose against this opponent, his swordplay was something to be respected, she would grant him that much.<br/><br/>Thus, because she was unable to gain an upper hand with her blade, she decide to switch techniques. As she continued to swing her weapon at Arogisl, the two blades clashing violently under the light of the stadium and the unwavering gaze of the many students observing them, she also began to mutter an incantation under her breath, barely audible beneath the screeching sound of energy blades pressing against one another, though the nobleman would undoubtedly hear if he paid attention. Words of ancient power flowed through her lips, slowly but surely summoning forth the potential she held within herself to bend the energy of the world to her will.<br/><br/>Finally, as she neared the end of her incantation, she raised her sword once again, her right hand gripping the part of the hilt closest to the crossguard. And then, she swung in a descending arc, spelling the final words of her chant. Aro raised his sword to block against this brutal swing as well, but just before the two blades met, with a thought, the Salamander disappeared again, leaving Arogisl's weapon to clash with nothing but thin air. At that moment, Elsis reached forward, gripping Aro's shoulder with her right hand while the left was withdrawn as much as it could be. To any onlooker, it would be obvious what would happen next, and yet, there was hardly any time to react, for it only took a moment for her to attack.<br/><br/>""INFERNAL STRIKE!"" She shouted, and her entire upper left limb was covered in burning flames, from her fingertips to her shoulder. At that moment, she released Aro's shoulder as her fist shot forward towards her opponent's torso, propelled forward not just by her great strength, but by a jet of flames shooting out from behind her elbow, increasing the power of the strike, which hit right in the middle of Aro's body, the sheer potency of the impact sending him flying swiftly towards one of the walls of the arena, which cracked under the force of a grown Redemit male being thrown against it with such speed. Indeed, though the armor had helped absorb some of the attack's force and minimize the damage done to Arogisl himself at the cost of some more energy from the shield generators contained within the armor, it would undoubtedly hurt quite a bit.<br/><br/>""Salamander."" Elsis said casually after seeing Aro hit the wall, and began calmly striding towards him, one hand holding her blade off to the side and the other resting on her waist. ""Is that it, then, Ignobilis?"" She said, boredom in her voice as she walked towards him to deliver the final blow."
10501,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=150,2015-01-10T19:04:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Estva <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23086013#p23086013"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23085859#p23085859"">wrote</a>:</cite>Jynna grunted as her armour clanged against the floor. Pain hitting her despite the fact she was armoured. As he moved to slam her, Jynna quickly covered her arms in stone, and then blocked the punch. She then used the opportunity to counterattack and punch back at her opponent, hoping to push him back a bit to get some breathing room. She was beginning to feel the effects of Korens mind games, frustration and doubt creeping in.</div></blockquote><br/>Koren's fists rebounded of the earthen defense, and Jyna moved in for the attack. Punching with one of her arms instead of launching an attack with her axe, the punch meeting with his kinetic fists. The hit was strong, and Koren was pushed back, as he did not want to spend too much energy on the block. This push-back allowed Jynna to continue attacking, as he tried to increase the frustration in her mind. Eventually, he put a lot of energy into a deflection, and then launched another bast at her axe, in an attempt to fling it across the room.</div></blockquote><br/>Jynna's axe was suddenly pried from her hands by kinetic force, at which she grunted in frustration. She was starting to see red, her mind clouded.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Mind... can't think... what did he do to me...?</span>She had already forgotten to absorb the kinetic energy from his blasts twice. She gritted her teeth and charged Koren, her footsteps clanking against the ground as she moved, aiming to tackle him. As she did so, she gathered the earth of the arena to serve as a second armor and to increase the impact of her hit. If Koren dodged, she planned to grab him.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Zarkenis Ultima <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23094266#p23094266"">wrote</a>:</cite>""That better not be infected."" She said to Vyna, before speaking into a device on the wall once again, the door opening up swiftly, allowing them entry onto the infirmary, where they would see Mehran on one of the hospital beds, with Arcander sitting down on another that was next to the first. The white-haired aspirant glanced at the door and then at Mehran upon seeing the people who had just entered the room.<br/><br/>""Looks like you've got visits."" He said cheerfully. ""And it's two cute girls to boot. You're a lucky guy, Mehran."" He added afterwards, joking around as if to cheer up the Xorshid. Aressa sighed, and put her hand on Vyna's back to give her a little push forward, prompting him to go towards them.<br/><br/>""Apologize already, or he'll make another silly statement before I can get out of here."" She said to the recruit, though her faint smile gave away the fact that she, too, was only joking around this time. ""Oh, and you might want to wash your hands. There's a restroom somewhere around here.""</div></blockquote><br/>She nodded to Aressa. ""Thanks."" She said, grateful for her escorting her. ""I'll... wash my hands after I talk to Mehran... if thats okay...""<br/><br/>Vyna looked to her hands again. Then cleared he throat as she sat next to the Xorshid, a look of concern and nervousness on her face. She looked Mehran in the eyes. ""Im really sorry about what happened in the arena... I didn't mean to hurt you like that."" She then sighed, wringing her hands. ""I... also want to apologize for what I said. I... I was embarased and hurt. I didn't mean any of it... I'm sorry for that too. It's behavior hardly befitting a carrier of the Ayendor name."""
10502,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=150,2015-01-10T20:51:00,Estva,"<blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23095780#p23095780"">wrote</a>:</cite>Jynna's axe was suddenly pried from her hands by kinetic force, at which she grunted in frustration. She was starting to see red, her mind clouded. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Mind... can't think... what did he do to me...?</span> She had already forgotten to absorb the kinetic energy from his blasts twice. She gritted her teeth and charged Koren, her footsteps clanking against the ground as she moved, aiming to tackle him. As she did so, she gathered the earth of the arena to serve as a second armor and to increase the impact of her hit. If Koren dodged, she planned to grab him. </div></blockquote><br/>The axe was successfully flung across the arena, out of reach. Now it was magic vs. magic, something he felt was to his advantage. After Jynna recovered from his move, she gathered the earthen materials from the arena and bulked herself, forming a formidable juggernaut, and came charging towards Koren. He didn't want to risk taking on such a strong momentum, and he knew his personal abilities could not deflect the attack. So, in an attempt to escape, he blasted kinetic force into the ground to propel him upwards."
10503,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=150,2015-01-10T22:24:00,Wolfenium,"<blockquote><div><cite>Zarkenis Ultima <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23094266#p23094266"">wrote</a>:</cite><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Infirmary""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Aressa looked at Vynaria and nodded at her as she stated that she wanted to apologize to the Xorshid for wounding him in battle. Surely Niloofar was not lying when she said that he would probably brush it off as an unfortunate accident and not blame her for it, so she was not too concerned about that, though she was disappointed to see how the injured warrior's sister reacted to Vyna's apology. She understood how one could feel when someone dear suffered an accident like that, but she firmly believed that lashing out at people who held no responsibility for the incident was not going to accomplish anything positive. On the other hand, it was clear that Niloofar was restraining herself in an attempt to give a polite answer, something that the golden-robed woman had to give her some credit for.<br/><br/>With zero amusement, the red-haired aspirant watched as Ritz' efforts to calm down the girl were met with a sudden outburst of aggressivity, something that managed to surprise even her, more so than the strange aqua glow that had permeated the Xorshid's hair and eyes for a moment. She had not expected such a seemingly disproportionate reaction to come from someone who hailed from an order of scholars, and certainly not towards something like that. She watched, rather frustrated, as both Ritz and Niloofar walked away from each other and the group. Having heard the latter's request, she took a couple steps in her direction before calling out to her.<br/><br/>""Floor one hundred. There are instructions on how to get to the medical area on the wall."" Aressa said to the Xorshid, before turning and walking back to Vyna.<br/><br/>""Oh, this is going to be a fun group."" She said after letting out a slightly exasperated sigh, before looking at the noble blooded girl before her. ""Anyway, follow me. I'll take you to the infirmary so you can apologize to Mehran."" She said, before turning towards the door through which Arcander and the medics had left earlier and walking towards it, heading out into the hallways and swiftly making her way to the elevators. Once there, she waited for Vynaria and whoever else had decided to tag along, before inputting the number 100 on the control pad of the transparent chamber. It did not take very long for the contraption to reach its destination, and once there, Aressa stepped outside, leading the way and arriving next to the large door of the infirmary in a short time. The armored medic stationed outside glanced at the two students that had just arrived, noticing the blood on the hands of one of them.<br/><br/>""That better not be infected."" She said to Vyna, before speaking into a device on the wall once again, the door opening up swiftly, allowing them entry onto the infirmary, where they would see Mehran on one of the hospital beds, with Arcander sitting down on another that was next to the first. The white-haired aspirant glanced at the door and then at Mehran upon seeing the people who had just entered the room.<br/><br/>""Looks like you've got visits."" He said cheerfully. ""And it's two cute girls to boot. You're a lucky guy, Mehran."" He added afterwards, joking around as if to cheer up the Xorshid. Aressa sighed, and put her hand on Vyna's back to give her a little push forward, prompting him to go towards them.<br/><br/>""Apologize already, or he'll make another silly statement before I can get out of here."" She said to the recruit, though her faint smile gave away the fact that she, too, was only joking around this time. ""Oh, and you might want to wash your hands. There's a restroom somewhere around here.""</div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/><br/>Lying on his bed as he stared at the ceiling, the serious Xorshid seemed serious and deep in thought. With bandages wrapped around his torso, he was, to everyone's relief, out of danger and recovering well. Looking over to the door as Aressa arrived with Vyna, he gave a reassuring smile to his opponent on his condition. Arcander's remark, of course, did not go unnoticed, giving a light chuckle as he joked to him.<br/><br/>""You flatter me, Senior,"" he joked, ""though to be honest, I'm not that keen on girls past my age.""<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23095780#p23095780"">wrote</a>:</cite>Vyna looked to her hands again. Then cleared he throat as she sat next to the Xorshid, a look of concern and nervousness on her face. She looked Mehran in the eyes. ""Im really sorry about what happened in the arena... I didn't mean to hurt you like that."" She then sighed, wringing her hands. ""I... also want to apologize for what I said. I... I was embarased and hurt. I didn't mean any of it... I'm sorry for that too. It's behavior hardly befitting a carrier of the Ayendor name.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Hearing Vyna's apology, Mehran's expression naturally reverted to his usual seriousness. His own blood still over her, he could tell she was quite distraught over it. But his eyes showed no sign of discomfort or distress, a burning conviction in his eyes. Finally he answered firmly, ""you have nothing to apologize about. The moment we stepped on the field, we've already wagered our lives on the line. As a matter of fact, I should be the one to apologize to you. I turned your duel into a farce by shaming you publicly, and even caused undue distress because of my carelessness. Of course, if you still feel the need to make amends, then allow me to suggest the solution. Fight me again when the opportunity comes, with every shred of will you can muster. I look forward to testing our mettle next time. I'm sure that's behaviour befitting of your house.""<br/><br/>This was a man who enjoyed the clash of steel, with the chivalry and honour befitting a guardian of his order. Never a man to hold grudges, he was quick to dismiss his own injury to ask for another duel with Vyna. But a quick glance at the door betrayed a worry for him. He seemed to be expecting someone else, though he ultimately relented over any chance of her immediately appearance.<br/><br/>""Did anything happen to Niloofar,"" he asked the aspirants and Vyna, ""I can't imagine her taking the scene well. Do forgive her if she gave you a hard time. She's impulsive, ill-tempered and outspoken to the point of provocation, but she cares a lot about our family and friends, and is unafraid to act if anything happens to them, or me."""
10504,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=150,2015-01-10T23:47:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Estva <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23096977#p23096977"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23095780#p23095780"">wrote</a>:</cite>Jynna's axe was suddenly pried from her hands by kinetic force, at which she grunted in frustration. She was starting to see red, her mind clouded. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Mind... can't think... what did he do to me...?</span> She had already forgotten to absorb the kinetic energy from his blasts twice. She gritted her teeth and charged Koren, her footsteps clanking against the ground as she moved, aiming to tackle him. As she did so, she gathered the earth of the arena to serve as a second armor and to increase the impact of her hit. If Koren dodged, she planned to grab him. </div></blockquote><br/>The axe was successfully flung across the arena, out of reach. Now it was magic vs. magic, something he felt was to his advantage. After Jynna recovered from his move, she gathered the earthen materials from the arena and bulked herself, forming a formidable juggernaut, and came charging towards Koren. He didn't want to risk taking on such a strong momentum, and he knew his personal abilities could not deflect the attack. So, in an attempt to escape, he blasted kinetic force into the ground to propel him upwards.</div></blockquote><br/>Jynna managed to think fast enough to send a boulder of earth up after him, not realising the lack of her weapon put her at a severe disadvantage. She gritted her teeth as the mental influence became more strenuous, starting to become a serious drain on her combat abilities.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Mind magic... thats what someone said on the Chariot... Why didn't I realise sooner?</span><br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Wolfenium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23098000#p23098000"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23095780#p23095780"">wrote</a>:</cite>Vyna looked to her hands again. Then cleared he throat as she sat next to the Xorshid, a look of concern and nervousness on her face. She looked Mehran in the eyes. ""Im really sorry about what happened in the arena... I didn't mean to hurt you like that."" She then sighed, wringing her hands. ""I... also want to apologize for what I said. I... I was embarased and hurt. I didn't mean any of it... I'm sorry for that too. It's behavior hardly befitting a carrier of the Ayendor name.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Hearing Vyna's apology, Mehran's expression naturally reverted to his usual seriousness. His own blood still over her, he could tell she was quite distraught over it. But his eyes showed no sign of discomfort or distress, a burning conviction in his eyes. Finally he answered firmly, ""you have nothing to apologize about. The moment we stepped on the field, we've already wagered our lives on the line. As a matter of fact, I should be the one to apologize to you. I turned your duel into a farce by shaming you publicly, and even caused undue distress because of my carelessness. Of course, if you still feel the need to make amends, then allow me to suggest the solution. Fight me again when the opportunity comes, with every shred of will you can muster. I look forward to testing our mettle next time. I'm sure that's behaviour befitting of your house.""<br/><br/>This was a man who enjoyed the clash of steel, with the chivalry and honour befitting a guardian of his order. Never a man to hold grudges, he was quick to dismiss his own injury to ask for another duel with Vyna. But a quick glance at the door betrayed a worry for him. He seemed to be expecting someone else, though he ultimately relented over any chance of her immediately appearance.<br/><br/>""Did anything happen to Niloofar,"" he asked the aspirants and Vyna, ""I can't imagine her taking the scene well. Do forgive her if she gave you a hard time. She's impulsive, ill-tempered and outspoken to the point of provocation, but she cares a lot about our family and friends, and is unafraid to act if anything happens to them, or me.""</div></blockquote><br/>Vyna was surprised, not only by the forgiveness, but also the fact that he seemed eager for a rematch. Vyna smiled, feeling a little better knowing that Mehran was okay, though the thought of how close to death he had come plagued her slightly. ""Of course, It would be hardly fair to deny you a rematch."" She replied. ""I'm glad to have had the honour to duel with you, Mehran, and I'd love the opportunity to do so again... though hopefully our next duel wont end... quite like this one did.""<br/><br/>""As for Niloofar, she seems upset, said she needed some time alone."" Vyna replied, her face falling somewhat ""I don't blame her, I know what it's like to see a sibling get hurt..."" She was referring to Jynna's near death at the hands of an assassin, who could still be out there..."
10505,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=150,2015-01-10T23:51:00,Estva,"<blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23098558#p23098558"">wrote</a>:</cite>Jynna managed to think fast enough to send a boulder of earth up after him, not realising the lack of her weapon put her at a severe disadvantage. She gritted her teeth as the mental influence became more strenuous, starting to become a serious drain on her combat abilities. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Mind magic... thats what someone said on the Chariot... Why didn't I realise sooner?</span></div></blockquote><br/>As Koren soared into the air, Jynna launched a bolder following him. As he soared higher and higher, he felt Jynna recognize his presence in her mind. In one action, he used as much presence in her mind that he had to cause mass panic, before sending another kinetic blast towards the bolder shooting it back at her. As he fell he managed to soften the blow with another kinetic blast, but due to the previous distraction skimped the accuracy of it and landed a little too harshly."
10506,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=150,2015-01-11T00:29:00,Wolfenium,"<blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23098558#p23098558"">wrote</a>:</cite>Vyna was surprised, not only by the forgiveness, but also the fact that he seemed eager for a rematch. Vyna smiled, feeling a little better knowing that Mehran was okay, though the thought of how close to death he had come plagued her slightly. ""Of course, It would be hardly fair to deny you a rematch."" She replied. ""I'm glad to have had the honour to duel with you, Mehran, and I'd love the opportunity to do so again... though hopefully our next duel wont end... quite like this one did."" </div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Don' think too much about it,"" Mehran answered confidently, ""just learn from your experiences and move on. Dwelling on your errors serves no purposes. Learning from them will.""<br/><br/>It sounded a bit corny, but Mehran believed every word he said. Hopefully, it should set Vyna at ease. Part of him still worried about whether the girl might overcome that accident. At this point, all he could do was put his faith in her to try.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23098558#p23098558"">wrote</a>:</cite>""As for Niloofar, she seems upset, said she needed some time alone."" Vyna replied, her face falling somewhat ""I don't blame her, I know what it's like to see a sibling get hurt..."" She was referring to Jynna's near death at the hands of an assassin, who could still be out there...</div></blockquote><br/><br/>However, hearing her answer, Mehran's smile faded quite a bit. Something about Vyna's words bothered him a bit, as she mentioned about empathizing with Niloofar's feelings. Still, he was not one to probe into other people's pasts. He would let her speak of it on her own time. If anything, he too had secrets, just as any person would.<br/><br/>""I see,"" he went, ""at least she mellowed quite a bit...""<br/><br/>In his honesty, Mehran could tell why Niloofar sought some peace alone. Normally, she would have rushed for the hospital at the first opportunity, but Vyna's presence would have only worsened her mood, and what little patience she had would have worn thin, a matter that would not end well. But he was also mindful of Vyna's feelings, not wanting to upset her with such information. For now, he would simply wait for Niloofar to visit him later, when Vyna herself was well away."
10507,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=150,2015-01-12T05:53:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Estva <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23098578#p23098578"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23098558#p23098558"">wrote</a>:</cite>Jynna managed to think fast enough to send a boulder of earth up after him, not realising the lack of her weapon put her at a severe disadvantage. She gritted her teeth as the mental influence became more strenuous, starting to become a serious drain on her combat abilities. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Mind magic... thats what someone said on the Chariot... Why didn't I realise sooner?</span></div></blockquote><br/>As Koren soared into the air, Jynna launched a bolder following him. As he soared higher and higher, he felt Jynna recognize his presence in her mind. In one action, he used as much presence in her mind that he had to cause mass panic, before sending another kinetic blast towards the bolder shooting it back at her. As he fell he managed to soften the blow with another kinetic blast, but due to the previous distraction skimped the accuracy of it and landed a little too harshly.</div></blockquote><br/>She gritted her teeth as she resisted both the fear and the kinetic blast, it was becoming hard to fight both the mental battle and the physical one, but Jynna had enough mental durability to keep herself from being effected too harshly. However, because she was strained from the attacks, her counterattack lacked some luster. Merely throwing rocks at her opponent.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Damn. I need to end this... fast.</span><br/><br/>In her hands, she began to gather rock from the arena, chanting she began to form a large hammer of rock, so she was no longer disarmed. Also, quite sneakily, she secretly put a bit of rock on her axe on the other side of the Arena so she could manipulate it later...<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Thankfully Vyna taught me that trick... I don't think I could have come up with it under this mental assault. Now at least I have a chance. </span><br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Wolfenium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23098744#p23098744"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23098558#p23098558"">wrote</a>:</cite>Vyna was surprised, not only by the forgiveness, but also the fact that he seemed eager for a rematch. Vyna smiled, feeling a little better knowing that Mehran was okay, though the thought of how close to death he had come plagued her slightly. ""Of course, It would be hardly fair to deny you a rematch."" She replied. ""I'm glad to have had the honour to duel with you, Mehran, and I'd love the opportunity to do so again... though hopefully our next duel wont end... quite like this one did."" </div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Don' think too much about it,"" Mehran answered confidently, ""just learn from your experiences and move on. Dwelling on your errors serves no purposes. Learning from them will.""<br/><br/>It sounded a bit corny, but Mehran believed every word he said. Hopefully, it should set Vyna at ease. Part of him still worried about whether the girl might overcome that accident. At this point, all he could do was put his faith in her to try.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23098558#p23098558"">wrote</a>:</cite>""As for Niloofar, she seems upset, said she needed some time alone."" Vyna replied, her face falling somewhat ""I don't blame her, I know what it's like to see a sibling get hurt..."" She was referring to Jynna's near death at the hands of an assassin, who could still be out there...</div></blockquote><br/><br/>However, hearing her answer, Mehran's smile faded quite a bit. Something about Vyna's words bothered him a bit, as she mentioned about empathizing with Niloofar's feelings. Still, he was not one to probe into other people's pasts. He would let her speak of it on her own time. If anything, he too had secrets, just as any person would.<br/><br/>""I see,"" he went, ""at least she mellowed quite a bit...""<br/><br/>In his honesty, Mehran could tell why Niloofar sought some peace alone. Normally, she would have rushed for the hospital at the first opportunity, but Vyna's presence would have only worsened her mood, and what little patience she had would have worn thin, a matter that would not end well. But he was also mindful of Vyna's feelings, not wanting to upset her with such information. For now, he would simply wait for Niloofar to visit him later, when Vyna herself was well away.</div></blockquote><br/>Vyna nodded. ""Your sister cares about you... which is good. Family is very important."" That last part was as much for Vyna as it was for Mehran. Considering recent events involving her own family, it would be key to remember.<span style=""font-style: italic"">I wonder if I should tell someone... one of the aspirants maybe</span>She shook her head, shaking off the thoughts. This wasn't about her.<br/><br/>""Well, if there is anything else I can do the make it up to you, do let me know."" She said, with a warm smile now. She put a hand on his arm comfortingly, but then awkwardly took it away as she questioned it's appropriateness and she didn't want to get too much blood on him.. ""You fought well Mehran. You were a worthy opponent indeed."" She said sincerely."
10508,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=150,2015-01-12T12:30:00,The Unites State-Of-Minds,"Suffice to say, while attentive towards the battle, Arogisl was far more focused upon defending himself from the blade then the mouth of his opponent. A fact he lamented deeply as he flew back, propelled by the plume of flame which had erupted from her fist as it made contact with his armored chest. That is, until his body met the wall and all thoughts and analysis left his mind as quickly as the air left his lungs, leaving him slumped upon the floor. He coughed and sputtered as he gasped for air, the pressure of the atmosphere compressing his rib cage leaving him unable to properly refill his lungs, and thus far too distracted to make any effort towards further defending himself.<br/><br/>Managing to choke down a few haggard breaths and slightly ease his breathing, his mind immediately shifted gears at the returned flow of oxygen and returned to that of the battle. Struggling for breath as he watched her slow approach, he marveled somewhere in the back of his oxygen deprived subconscious at the confidence this woman displayed. While no doubt a warrior in her own right, the presumptuous attitude displayed by her ease in which she addressed taking him down betrayed either a lack of true battle experience or a lack of experiencing loss. After inhaling enough air to painfully choke out a few words, Arogisl placed a hand upon the wall he had crashed against and silently spoke the incantation.<br/><br/>An octagonal column erupted from the wall towards Salasanger, a craterous expanse left surrounding its base. While unexpected, the distance between them allowed for plenty of opportunity to evade the oncoming pillar. The pillar itself was not so much a concern as the lack of any indication a spell was being cast, as unlike her earlier use of magic, there had been no method of disguising the sounds of his invocations.<br/><br/>Having recovered enough to reengage in combat, albeit with somewhat more laborious breathing, Arogisl took the moment of distraction to dash forward, stopping but a few meters from Salasanger. Wherapon he laid his hands upon the ground and incanted the seemingly silent spell; another column erupting from the floor exactly as the one before it. Any concerns she may have had at still not hearing any invocation of magic evaporated as the second column streaked towards her, narrowly missing as she sidestepped the attack. However, the distraction was not enough to keep her unaware of the fact that Arogisl had bolted towards her as soon as she avoided the column, and her blade rose to match his own. Only to meet air in the place of steel, as rather then cross blades Arogisl had stopped short of meeting her and lept back, again placing his hands upon the floor, lips moving soundlessly.<br/><br/>Unfazed by the feint, Salasanger sprinted towards him, blade poised to come crashing upon him. Arogisl fired off yet another column, which Salasanger avoided with ease, growing ever more irritated that her opponent seemed to think that repeating the same technique would be enough to face her. Aiming for his torso, she swung the broadsword with all her might, only for it to meet another column dispatched vertically, the blade sinking a few inches into the stone before the force no longer carried it. Rather then pull the sword from the stone it merely disappeared as it had before, only to materialize within its users hand at the mention of its name, by which time Arogisl had retreated behind yet another column.<br/><br/>As far as swordplay went they seemed well matched, but that blade of hers was a real concern as it seemed to prevent the possibility of disarming her, or even to use its weight to knock her off balance. No, it seemed that in order to win he would have to defeat her directly. An unsavory prospect given his lack of room for mistake, as not only did her reflexes appear quicker then his, but she exerted a greater amount of force then he, leaving a test of strength winnable only through leverage. Impeding her movement was the surest way to improve his chances, but would require effort to bring to fruition. Faced with such a challenge that still left the possibility of victory excited him. A wild grin crossed his face as the adrenaline washed over him, saturating his brain in Epinephrine to both reduce the pain of his injuries and feed his affinity towards action."
10509,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=150,2015-01-12T18:24:00,Zarkenis Ultima,"Out of respect for the conversations of others and in order not to upset the atmosphere, Aressa had stepped back and remained silent upon bringing Vynaria to the infirmary, simply replying to the girl's gratitude with a nod and a slight smile before watching her go off towards Mehran and apologize to the boy. If anything, she was glad that her apology was well received and the two recruits quickly turned away from the grim topic of the accident and potential mental scars towards more upbeat prospects like the chance for a rematch or the importance of the family. It spoke well of their mental fortitude, for one, and it made her confident that soon this would be little more than a curious anecdote. Not many could boast of having the failsafe malfunction during their duel, after all, however dubious that honor might be.<br/><br/>Eventually, noticing an appropiate opening, the scarlet-haired aspirant walked towards the two recruits, placing a hand on Vyna's shoulder. ""Well, I'm happy to see that you two are on good terms despite the accident."" She said to them, evidently pleased with how they had handled it. Sure, the elder Ayendor had certainly displayed much distress before, but she had been able to control it well despite everything. ""Now, I have to go back to make sure the others don't wander off, so I will leave you in Arcander's care, Mehran. Vynaria, you can stay here with him, or you can head back with me. Either is fine, we'll all probably reunite after the Silver Games conclude anyway."" She said, before nodding at the two recruits and Arcander. Aressa then turned around and walked towards the door, ready to head back to the stadium.<br/><hr/><br/><br/>Elsis quickly went around the column that blocked her path in order to find Arogisl, but even though she was undeniably faster than him, those columns of his were still a complete annoyance, and rather tricky to get around. He was a crafty one, that Ignobilis, and that made the girl's blood boil. Why, of all the people she could have been placed against, did she have to be forced to fight against a<span style=""font-style: italic"">coward</span>? Certainly, nothing that Aro was doing was particularly dishonorable or worthy of reprimand, but the braveblood was still rather upset by it all. Feints and techniques were one thing, but what Aro was doing, at least in her mind, was nothing short of running and hiding. She would make sure to show him her disapproval by beating him to the ground, she decided as she continued pursuing him, wondering when he would run out of energy. She herself was beginning to tire, though she wouldn't admit it to anyone.<br/><br/>""This would be over by now if only you weren't such a hare."" She muttered despectively. However, in her distraction, she almost failed to notice another column about to rise in front of her, only narrowly managing to stop her charge before the stone formation emerged from the ground, rising up into the air right in front of her, the rock almost touching her nose. She was dazed by how close that one had been, but only for a moment, and the next, her frown reappeared on her face as she took a step back and gripped the hilt of her energy broadsword tightly with both hands, ready to swing.<br/><br/>""Enough! HAAAH!"" She shouted as she poured her strength into an horizontal slash, Salamander hissing as its energy cut through the air. And yet, rather than be stopped halfway through like before, this time the sword held by Elsis cleanly cut right through the pillar, causing it to fall off to the side quickly, leaving her opponent without cover. She stood on the stump that remained of the octagonal stone pillar and looked at Arogisl, who had retreated to the wall of the arena. Though her eyes betrayed anger despite the helmet that covered them, she smiled to herself. Here he was, cornered once again, like a wild animal. If only he would stop running and using his columns of stone to hide, then the duel would end in no time. Unfortunately, that wasn't the case, so she was more than ready to do whatever it took to put the swordsman in front of her down once and for all. Not literally, of course.<br/><br/>Eager to finish getting rid of his enemy's defenses, Salasanger jumped off from the broken pillar and began charging towards Arogisl. However, though he was cornered, he still had his blade and his wits to assist him, and so, once again, he placed his hand against the wall, speaking an incantation that couldn't be heard by anyone, which in turn caused another octagonal pillar to burst out from the arena's wall, headed straight towards Elsis.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Oh </span>no<span style=""font-style: italic"">, not again!""</span>She shouted with annoyance as she saw the pillar emerge from the wall and charge towards her. She was strong, certainly, but not enough to overcome the momentum of an enormous pillar of stone that was moving towards her, prepared to crash.<br/><br/>Thus, she decided to take a different approach. Without stopping her own charge, she took impulse and ascended with a mighty leap, avoiding being impacted, or worse yet, crushed by the stone pillar. Within a moment, she landed on top of the pillar, and began running down its length towards Arogisl, her tricky foe. Just how was he able to perform magic like that anyway? What kind of spells did he make use of that didn't require him to chant at all in order to be activated? What manner of foul trick- She stopped, not literally, but figuratively. She stopped questioning this, and remembered how, at the beginning of the duel, while she was waiting for him to make the first move, he muttered some sort of spell which had caused no noticeable effect after being cast, prompting her to initiate the battle herself. She remembered this and she understood what his trick was.<br/><br/>Her frown intensified once again as she understood the nature of his deception, which only served to further reinforce her opinion of him as a coward. Of all the people, truly, she had to be put against this one. No matter, she was determined to win and prove to him that his tricks were worth nothing.<br/><br/>""You cheat-"" She spoke, but was able to say no more, as all of the sudden, a pillar burst forth from the ground beneath, shooting skyward and shattering the pillar on which she stood, causing her to lose her balance. She cursed silently as Salamander slipped from her grasp, and forced it to vanish with a thought only to summon it to her side a moment after by pronouncing its name. Gripping its hilt tightly with one hand as she tried to cause some manner of friction to slow her descent with the other, she took a deep breath, and at the moment of exhalation, she let out a battle shout and tossed her sword towards the ground, headed straight towards where Arogisl stood now. She then pushed herself away from the pillar in order to have some manner of control over the site of her descent, while the large energy blade spun as it flew through the air, narrowly missing the noble-blooded warrior and burying itself whole into the arena's ground except for the hilt, skidding to a halt several feet away from its intended target, who looked at the blade with worry.<br/><br/>""You ought to pay more attention!"" Came a voice from above, behind him, and as he turned around, he saw Elsis descending towards him, broadsword already in her possession once again, tightly held by a two-handed grip that made her intention apparent. There was no time to dodge or summon another pillar to send her away now that she had little control over her own movement, and so, Arogisl only managed to react by bringing up his sword to block her attack once again.<br/><br/>And so he did, but this blade swing had been completely unlike any of the previous ones. Aided by the momentum from the fall and by her own strength, the girl's sword crashed into Aro's own blade with unprecedented force, sparks flying everywhere as the two energy constructs met, the sword which the nobleman held in his hands shaking under the stress, its light dimming greatly for a moment before recovering its usual glow, undoubtedly a solid evidence that even swords could suffer a good beating. And it was not just his sword that suffered, for Arogisl's very bones quivered violently under the sheer force and magnitude of the impact, the ground beneath him cracking much more drastically than before. The impact was such that, though he had indeed managed to stop the blow and avoid taking any damage from it, or at least losing any of his armor's dwindling energy, he couldn't avoid falling to the ground afterwards.<br/><br/>Seemingly defenseless, Arogisl was easy prey for Elsis now, and she smiled to herself as she raised her sword once again with her left hand, ready to swing it in a descending arc and finish off her opponent. But alas, he was a quick thinker, and a hasty caster, and so he managed to place his hand upon the ground before the blade struck him, sending off a column of stone, much smaller than before but still fit for the job intended for it: to stop Elsis, which the pillar accomplished by slamming into her torso as she was bringing down her blade, sending her away several feet and giving Arogisl some space to think. However tired she might have seemed, it was clear to the nobleman that it would be very difficult to win with just his transmutation magic, as he had seen just now.<br/><br/>But he was not the only one who had decided to use the full spectrum of his abilities to win the fight. From the other side of the arena, Elsis began casting, angered whispers of ancient fire and brimstone flowing forth from her lips. It would take her some time, but surely, she would bring him down.<br/><hr/><br/><br/>Meanwhile, above the arenas, away from the violence inherent to the duels, a figure clad in a blood red shroud with silver outlines approached Ellyn and Aris, placing a calloused hand on the shoulder of the former, softly so as to avoid eliciting a disproportionate reaction.<br/><br/>""Hello."" The man said in a friendly voice, and if the girl turned around to look at him she would notice he was one of the red-robed trainees. His face, of rough features and bearing a neutral expression, gave him a bit of a fearsome look, but his voice had betrayed no aggressivity, which he hoped would make up for it, knowing very well what kind of first impression others could get if they were the kind to judge too quickly. His hair was short, messy and of the color of fertile soil, much like his eyes.<br/><br/>""Sorry, I hope I'm not interrupting anything."" He stated politely. ""I wanted to congratulate you on your fight. It was quite a sight. You must be very tough, to take all that punishment and still come out on top, figuratively speaking."" He complimented, before glancing to one of the arenas nearby as the crowd gathered around it cheered on the girl that seemed to be about to crush her opponent with a large energy broadsword.<br/><br/>""Anyway, I'll get to the point. Your name, as well as the shape of your sword, seemed quite familiar to me, though I can't remember why. Tarembor, correct? I was hoping you would shed some light on my confusion. Would you mind telling me where you acquired your sword?"" The blood-robed man asked, wondering if the inquiry would be well received or if it would merely be dismissed."
10510,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=150,2015-01-12T18:59:00,The Starlight,"<blockquote><div><cite>Zarkenis Ultima <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23117632#p23117632"">wrote</a>:</cite>Meanwhile, above the arenas, away from the violence inherent to the duels, a figure clad in a blood red shroud with silver outlines approached Ellyn and Aris, placing a calloused hand on the shoulder of the former, softly so as to avoid eliciting a disproportionate reaction.<br/><br/>""Hello."" The man said in a friendly voice, and if the girl turned around to look at him she would notice he was one of the red-robed trainees. His face, of rough features and bearing a neutral expression, gave him a bit of a fearsome look, but his voice had betrayed no aggressivity, which he hoped would make up for it, knowing very well what kind of first impression others could get if they were the kind to judge too quickly. His hair was short, messy and of the color of fertile soil, much like his eyes.<br/><br/>""Sorry, I hope I'm not interrupting anything."" He stated politely. ""I wanted to congratulate you on your fight. It was quite a sight. You must be very tough, to take all that punishment and still come out on top, figuratively speaking."" He complimented, before glancing to one of the arenas nearby as the crowd gathered around it cheered on the girl that seemed to be about to crush her opponent with a large energy broadsword.<br/><br/>""Anyway, I'll get to the point. Your name, as well as the shape of your sword, seemed quite familiar to me, though I can't remember why. Tarembor, correct? I was hoping you would shed some light on my confusion. Would you mind telling me where you acquired your sword?"" The blood-robed man asked, wondering if the inquiry would be well received or if it would merely be dismissed.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Ellyn had been standing next to Aris, quite awkwardly. She wanted to speak to him, to let loose the hot gusher of love and joy, but there were too many people watching them, no privacy was to be had here. She opened her mouth, and then shut it again. Oh, how much she wanted to express everything! But now was not the time, and there would be plenty later.<br/><br/>Removing her helmet, she set it down by her side, letting her lustrous golden hair run free. Like a lion's mane, it billowed out behind her, and Ellyn fingered a hair, feeling its smoothness and softness. Her magic continued to return, and she set it to work fixing the rest of the bruises, lightly touching Aris to share the magic to him. She continued to watch the duels, noting each of her peer's skills and abilities as they revealed them, but none of the fights were quite as exciting as their's had been.<br/><br/>Feeling a hand on her shoulder, Ellyn started to whirl around, but then, hearing the friendly tone in the voice, slowed herself, turning evenly. She listened as the man he complimented her and responded with a shrug, ""I have healing magic, and I was, luckily, for me, able to use them to keep me in long enough. But really, Aris should have won, and though it is a bit painful to admit it, I was totally taken unaware and so was outmatched. Without my healing magic, the fight would have been over quickly."" Ellyn said, throwing a quick glance at Aris.<br/><br/>""Yes, Ellyn Tarembor is my name. I am the daughter of Teleren Tarembor, perhaps you have heard of my father. He is a smith, and has become quite famous on my home world for his weapons and armor. Perhaps the news of him has spread, and I am glad of it, for Father truely is a great smith. As for my blade,<span style=""font-style: italic"">Dawnbreaker.</span>"" At the sound of the sword, it appeared in Ellyn's hand, and she twirled it in lazy, slow circles. ""He helped me forge it, teaching me the secrets of the forging of energy blades and armor. Dawnbreaker, I called it. Forged to be as light as the wind but yet strong and sharp, to fit my fighting style, as a normal sword and spear would be too heavy for me to wield effectively. Does the name of my father ring any bells?"" she asked, looking up from Dawnbreaker back to his face."
10511,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=150,2015-01-12T20:02:00,Wolfenium,"<blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23110520#p23110520"">wrote</a>:</cite>Vyna nodded. ""Your sister cares about you... which is good. Family is very important."" That last part was as much for Vyna as it was for Mehran. Considering recent events involving her own family, it would be key to remember. <span style=""font-style: italic"">I wonder if I should tell someone... one of the aspirants maybe</span> She shook her head, shaking off the thoughts. This wasn't about her. <br/><br/>""Well, if there is anything else I can do the make it up to you, do let me know."" She said, with a warm smile now. She put a hand on his arm comfortingly, but then awkwardly took it away as she questioned it's appropriateness and she didn't want to get too much blood on him.. ""You fought well Mehran. You were a worthy opponent indeed."" She said sincerely.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>For a man who had a knack for staying cool, Mehran could not help but shiver when Vyna laid her hand on his arm. It was not the blood that gave him the jitters; he hardly faltered when he was bleeding out on the arena floor with a sword in his gut. Rather, the warm touch of her hand felt foreign in a different way, as he looked away unnerved. Other than his mother and sisters, no girl had ever laid touched him before. On hindsight, he came across as a rather innocent boy, a stark contrast to his age and maturity.<br/><br/>""Ah,"" he answered, trying to keep his cool as she released him with a similar, awkward expression, ""you too.""<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Zarkenis Ultima <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23117632#p23117632"">wrote</a>:</cite>Out of respect for the conversations of others and in order not to upset the atmosphere, Aressa had stepped back and remained silent upon bringing Vynaria to the infirmary, simply replying to the girl's gratitude with a nod and a slight smile before watching her go off towards Mehran and apologize to the boy. If anything, she was glad that her apology was well received and the two recruits quickly turned away from the grim topic of the accident and potential mental scars towards more upbeat prospects like the chance for a rematch or the importance of the family. It spoke well of their mental fortitude, for one, and it made her confident that soon this would be little more than a curious anecdote. Not many could boast of having the failsafe malfunction during their duel, after all, however dubious that honor might be.<br/><br/>Eventually, noticing an appropiate opening, the scarlet-haired aspirant walked towards the two recruits, placing a hand on Vyna's shoulder. ""Well, I'm happy to see that you two are on good terms despite the accident."" She said to them, evidently pleased with how they had handled it. Sure, the elder Ayendor had certainly displayed much distress before, but she had been able to control it well despite everything. ""Now, I have to go back to make sure the others don't wander off, so I will leave you in Arcander's care, Mehran. Vynaria, you can stay here with him, or you can head back with me. Either is fine, we'll all probably reunite after the Silver Games conclude anyway."" She said, before nodding at the two recruits and Arcander. Aressa then turned around and walked towards the door, ready to head back to the stadium.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Acknowledged, senior,"" Mehran replied, rubbing his arm where Vyna's hand was as a faint blush glowed on his face. He was unusually flustered for a level-headed scholar, as he tried to ignore the fuzzy feeling on his skin. Turning back to Vyna, he said, ""you should go. Your sister should still be in the arena. I'm sure she needs you more right now."""
10512,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=150,2015-01-12T21:16:00,Estva,"<blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23110520#p23110520"">wrote</a>:</cite>She gritted her teeth as she resisted both the fear and the kinetic blast, it was becoming hard to fight both the mental battle and the physical one, but Jynna had enough mental durability to keep herself from being effected too harshly. However, because she was strained from the attacks, her counterattack lacked some luster. Merely throwing rocks at her opponent. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Damn. I need to end this... fast.</span><br/><br/>In her hands, she began to gather rock from the arena, chanting she began to form a large hammer of rock, so she was no longer disarmed. Also, quite sneakily, she secretly put a bit of rock on her axe on the other side of the Arena so she could manipulate it later... <br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Thankfully Vyna taught me that trick... I don't think I could have come up with it under this mental assault. Now at least I have a chance. </span></div></blockquote><br/>Jynna was forming some sort of rock hammer, negating her previous disarmament. He had to keep her from rearming, and he had to act fast. Lunching a few kinectic blasts as distraction, weak ones of course in order not to drain his energy, he dashed over to the wall, as far away as Jynna as possible, as she was staying in place to build upon her stone axe.<br/><br/>Putting his back to the wall of the arena, he paused and stopped his kinetic fists, and began preparing a truly massive energy blast. In addition, he made it scolding hot, raising its temperature, and prepared to blast it."
10513,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=175,2015-01-13T01:21:00,Zarkenis Ultima,"""Hah! Well, if you say so, I suppose I'll have to take your word for it."" The bloodrobe said in response to Ellyn's comments about Aris deserving the victory in that fight, still friendly though his behavior took on a boisterous tone. ""To be honest, saying that you would have lost without your healing magic is like saying that he wouldn't have stood a chance without his own magic power. It's true, but that doesn't mean that the outcome is any less fair."" He stated, nodding at the recruit with a sagely expression which soon faded back to a friendly smile. ""But I'll say no more about it. If anything, I will say that I commend your modesty. More people could use a bit of that nowadays, though you didn't it from me."" He said, giving her a meaningful look and a nod.<br/><br/>The trainee continued listening to Ellyn carefully as she introduced herself properly, and a spark of realization spread across his face as she mentioned the name of his father, no doubt visible as he made no effort to hide it, though he dared not interrupt and instead continued listening. As the smaller girl summoned the weapon, the light emitted by the blade immediately dimmed as a result of the Academy's regulations on the use of energy weapons outside of designated areas. At the present moment, it was just an illusion of the actual weapon, but the bloodrobe's gaze drifted to it nonetheless, analyzing it carefully. Indeed, what the recruit spoke was true. The energy blade projected by the weapon's hilt generated very little momentum by itself, he could tell even though it was powered down as he watched her twirl the sword around. The hilt harmonized properly with the blade projected as well, and he could almost guess what the energy crystal inside looked like just by glancing at the blade it projected, though that was neither here nor there.<br/><br/>Hearing the recruit's question, the trainee also turned his gaze back to her, nodding. ""Ah, yes, indeed. Sadly, I would have to say that I don't think he is particularly well-known to those outside the craft. But I have seen his work before, and I have to say I admire his creations."" He explained, substracting a moment from his speech to discreetly wink at Aris before continuing. ""I happened to see some of them while traveling with my family, some time before I arrived at the Academy. We're a family of smiths and knights, you see. Somewhere down the line, one of our ancestors decided that we'd better start making our own stuff. 'Using a weapon made by another man is like using their underwear!' he would say, or so goes the family legend, anyway."" He chuckled a moment. ""So, that's how I heard of your father. My eldest brother was looking at some designs by veteran smiths. Expanding his horizons, and all that."" The trainee explained, before having an idea.<br/><br/>""Speaking of which, I can see that you've inherited some of your father's genius, so, if you would like, you can drop by the smithing workshop sometime."" He suggested, and then appeared to begin looking around for something, or someone rather, but alas, he didn't seem to find it. ""Well, I guess you don't know where that is, but your guides will probably tell you at some point or another, wherever they are. If you decide to come, just ask for Taro Horlan. That would be me. Make sure to say Taro, though, otherwise they'll probably send you to my brother. He manages the workshop, but he's... a bit less friendly."" He warned. ""Anyway, I'm sure you can put the workshop to good use. Your Dawnbreaker is certainly a good piece. Who knows, you might craft something even better with some time and effort. Not many of the people who come here can say they've made their own weapons."" He complimented her and then simply waited, wondering if she'd take the offer well. It<span style=""font-style: italic"">was</span>a bit hasty, he supposed, but talent had to be nurtured."
10514,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=175,2015-01-13T07:04:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Wolfenium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23118783#p23118783"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23110520#p23110520"">wrote</a>:</cite>Vyna nodded. ""Your sister cares about you... which is good. Family is very important."" That last part was as much for Vyna as it was for Mehran. Considering recent events involving her own family, it would be key to remember. <span style=""font-style: italic"">I wonder if I should tell someone... one of the aspirants maybe</span> She shook her head, shaking off the thoughts. This wasn't about her. <br/><br/>""Well, if there is anything else I can do the make it up to you, do let me know."" She said, with a warm smile now. She put a hand on his arm comfortingly, but then awkwardly took it away as she questioned it's appropriateness and she didn't want to get too much blood on him.. ""You fought well Mehran. You were a worthy opponent indeed."" She said sincerely.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>For a man who had a knack for staying cool, Mehran could not help but shiver when Vyna laid her hand on his arm. It was not the blood that gave him the jitters; he hardly faltered when he was bleeding out on the arena floor with a sword in his gut. Rather, the warm touch of her hand felt foreign in a different way, as he looked away unnerved. Other than his mother and sisters, no girl had ever laid touched him before. On hindsight, he came across as a rather innocent boy, a stark contrast to his age and maturity.<br/><br/>""Ah,"" he answered, trying to keep his cool as she released him with a similar, awkward expression, ""you too.""<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Zarkenis Ultima <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23117632#p23117632"">wrote</a>:</cite>Out of respect for the conversations of others and in order not to upset the atmosphere, Aressa had stepped back and remained silent upon bringing Vynaria to the infirmary, simply replying to the girl's gratitude with a nod and a slight smile before watching her go off towards Mehran and apologize to the boy. If anything, she was glad that her apology was well received and the two recruits quickly turned away from the grim topic of the accident and potential mental scars towards more upbeat prospects like the chance for a rematch or the importance of the family. It spoke well of their mental fortitude, for one, and it made her confident that soon this would be little more than a curious anecdote. Not many could boast of having the failsafe malfunction during their duel, after all, however dubious that honor might be.<br/><br/>Eventually, noticing an appropiate opening, the scarlet-haired aspirant walked towards the two recruits, placing a hand on Vyna's shoulder. ""Well, I'm happy to see that you two are on good terms despite the accident."" She said to them, evidently pleased with how they had handled it. Sure, the elder Ayendor had certainly displayed much distress before, but she had been able to control it well despite everything. ""Now, I have to go back to make sure the others don't wander off, so I will leave you in Arcander's care, Mehran. Vynaria, you can stay here with him, or you can head back with me. Either is fine, we'll all probably reunite after the Silver Games conclude anyway."" She said, before nodding at the two recruits and Arcander. Aressa then turned around and walked towards the door, ready to head back to the stadium.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Acknowledged, senior,"" Mehran replied, rubbing his arm where Vyna's hand was as a faint blush glowed on his face. He was unusually flustered for a level-headed scholar, as he tried to ignore the fuzzy feeling on his skin. Turning back to Vyna, he said, ""you should go. Your sister should still be in the arena. I'm sure she needs you more right now.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Oh, Jyn can handle herself. Though I should probably head there to make sure she doesn't pummel whomever she'd paired with into the earth... She may seem cuddly, but she has claws, and she doesn't hold back in a fight."" She shook her head. ""That girl doesn't know her own strength sometimes..."" She commented, unaware of the hypocrisy of saying that after what happened to Mehran. She walked over to Arresa, looking to the blood on her hands and then back to her.<br/><br/>""Forgot to wash my hands..."" She muttered. ""Do you know if theres a sink anywhere nearby? Or where the restroom you were talking about is?"" She asked, then she hushed her voice ""Also... thanks for taking me here.""<span style=""font-style: italic"">I'm not sure I would have been brave enough to come here on my own.</span><br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Estva <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23119544#p23119544"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23110520#p23110520"">wrote</a>:</cite>She gritted her teeth as she resisted both the fear and the kinetic blast, it was becoming hard to fight both the mental battle and the physical one, but Jynna had enough mental durability to keep herself from being effected too harshly. However, because she was strained from the attacks, her counterattack lacked some luster. Merely throwing rocks at her opponent. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Damn. I need to end this... fast.</span><br/><br/>In her hands, she began to gather rock from the arena, chanting she began to form a large hammer of rock, so she was no longer disarmed. Also, quite sneakily, she secretly put a bit of rock on her axe on the other side of the Arena so she could manipulate it later... <br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Thankfully Vyna taught me that trick... I don't think I could have come up with it under this mental assault. Now at least I have a chance. </span></div></blockquote><br/>Jynna was forming some sort of rock hammer, negating her previous disarmament. He had to keep her from rearming, and he had to act fast. Lunching a few kinectic blasts as distraction, weak ones of course in order not to drain his energy, he dashed over to the wall, as far away as Jynna as possible, as she was staying in place to build upon her stone axe.<br/><br/>Putting his back to the wall of the arena, he paused and stopped his kinetic fists, and began preparing a truly massive energy blast. In addition, he made it scolding hot, raising its temperature, and prepared to blast it.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Right, its now or never.</span>She thought to herself. Either she was going to have to pull this off, or she was going to loose. She wasn't very good at tricky maneuvers like this, but she couldn't really think of anything else that was going to help her at this point.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Brute force has not worked, hopefully cunning will... though it isn't really my strong suit. </span>She thought to herself, the hammer finishing itself as she absorbed the kinetic blasts, not even fazing her. She seemed to be able to think somewhat clearly for the first time during the match.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Or is this another trick? Does he want me to abandon my familiar tactics to this risky gambit...? Is he feeding my thoughts that would lead to a plan? Is he so far in my head that even though I think this is my plan it's really his idea to bait me into some trap which he'll use to-</span>She got moving, over thinking was not going to help her now. She barreled down upon him, roaring as she charged.<br/><br/>However, her strength was not in the strike she was to deliver to his side with the hammer, which was weak and malformed anyway and would break apart upon contact with anything its purpose was to distract and confuse, perhaps daze. After the swing, she let go of that hammer, and drew upon the rock that she had planted around her axe. Reaching out for that, the Axe flew to her, now the distance between the two of them was not so far. She grabbed the weapon and swung at him one last time.<br/><br/>She hoped it would work, though, she did recognize this was merely a game, a mock duel, not life and death. If she lost, she wouldn't blame him or be soured by the conclusion, even if she did find his mental magic frustrating, convoluted and confusing. She'd likely think little of it. She might not even consider the possibility that he has been in her mind for longer than she might think, as she assumes the best from people. Thoughts akin to these went through her head as time seemed to slow when the axe moved towards it's target, uncertain whether it would connect with her opponent..."
10515,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=175,2015-01-13T17:15:00,The Starlight,"<blockquote><div><cite>Zarkenis Ultima <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23120874#p23120874"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Hah! Well, if you say so, I suppose I'll have to take your word for it."" The bloodrobe said in response to Ellyn's comments about Aris deserving the victory in that fight, still friendly though his behavior took on a boisterous tone. ""To be honest, saying that you would have lost without your healing magic is like saying that he wouldn't have stood a chance without his own magic power. It's true, but that doesn't mean that the outcome is any less fair."" He stated, nodding at the recruit with a sagely expression which soon faded back to a friendly smile. ""But I'll say no more about it. If anything, I will say that I commend your modesty. More people could use a bit of that nowadays, though you didn't it from me."" He said, giving her a meaningful look and a nod.<br/><br/>The trainee continued listening to Ellyn carefully as she introduced herself properly, and a spark of realization spread across his face as she mentioned the name of his father, no doubt visible as he made no effort to hide it, though he dared not interrupt and instead continued listening. As the smaller girl summoned the weapon, the light emitted by the blade immediately dimmed as a result of the Academy's regulations on the use of energy weapons outside of designated areas. At the present moment, it was just an illusion of the actual weapon, but the bloodrobe's gaze drifted to it nonetheless, analyzing it carefully. Indeed, what the recruit spoke was true. The energy blade projected by the weapon's hilt generated very little momentum by itself, he could tell even though it was powered down as he watched her twirl the sword around. The hilt harmonized properly with the blade projected as well, and he could almost guess what the energy crystal inside looked like just by glancing at the blade it projected, though that was neither here nor there.<br/><br/>Hearing the recruit's question, the trainee also turned his gaze back to her, nodding. ""Ah, yes, indeed. Sadly, I would have to say that I don't think he is particularly well-known to those outside the craft. But I have seen his work before, and I have to say I admire his creations."" He explained, substracting a moment from his speech to discreetly wink at Aris before continuing. ""I happened to see some of them while traveling with my family, some time before I arrived at the Academy. We're a family of smiths and knights, you see. Somewhere down the line, one of our ancestors decided that we'd better start making our own stuff. 'Using a weapon made by another man is like using their underwear!' he would say, or so goes the family legend, anyway."" He chuckled a moment. ""So, that's how I heard of your father. My eldest brother was looking at some designs by veteran smiths. Expanding his horizons, and all that."" The trainee explained, before having an idea.<br/><br/>""Speaking of which, I can see that you've inherited some of your father's genius, so, if you would like, you can drop by the smithing workshop sometime."" He suggested, and then appeared to begin looking around for something, or someone rather, but alas, he didn't seem to find it. ""Well, I guess you don't know where that is, but your guides will probably tell you at some point or another, wherever they are. If you decide to come, just ask for Taro Horlan. That would be me. Make sure to say Taro, though, otherwise they'll probably send you to my brother. He manages the workshop, but he's... a bit less friendly."" He warned. ""Anyway, I'm sure you can put the workshop to good use. Your Dawnbreaker is certainly a good piece. Who knows, you might craft something even better with some time and effort. Not many of the people who come here can say they've made their own weapons."" He complimented her and then simply waited, wondering if she'd take the offer well. It <span style=""font-style: italic"">was</span> a bit hasty, he supposed, but talent had to be nurtured.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Ellyn nodded as he spoke of the state of modesty today, and he was right. Where was loyalty, honor and glory, in these days? Were the ideals of ages long past forgotten, whisked away with a whisper? But honor, loyalty and glory to existed here, in the Order of the Phantom Blade, ever eternal, everlasting, despite all who sought to tear down the legends of times past.<br/><br/>She listened intently as Taro spoke of his family, a bit surprised, but intrigued, that word of her father had spread so far. She would have to send him a message, of his suddenly found fame. Her mother would love that, thought Ellyn, smiling and chuckling softly at the words of Taro's ancestors. Dismissing Dawnbreaker from her hand, she responded, ""I'll ask Aressa or Arcander where the smithing workshop is as soon as I can, it would be good to forge blades and armor once again."" She shrugged, ""I suppose I might, or perhaps I could make some modifications to my sword and spear. It was nice to meet you, Taro Horlan. I shall come to the workshop when I have the opportunity."" said Ellyn."
10516,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=175,2015-01-14T17:28:00,Zarkenis Ultima,"Standing by the infirmary's door, Aressa watched as Vyna finished talking to Mehran and walked over to her, asking about the restroom and then in a much quieter voice thanking her for bringing her along. Smiling faintly, the scarlet-haired aspirant placed a hand upon the recruit's head affectively before replying to her in a similarly hushed voice. ""You don't have to thank me. It's my duty after all."" She stated. And it was true, it was her duty to help the recruits assigned to her find their way around the Academy, and to make sure that they were on good terms with each other. Of course, the latter task appeared to be significantly more difficult, as some members of the group didn't seem to be getting along very well, but she was sure that could be rectified.<br/><br/>""As for the sink..."" She said afterwards in her normal voice, speaking out loud as she felt no need to hush her voice to reply to Vynaria's question. She placed her hand on the girl's shoulder instead and turned as if to guide her, leading her to a door on the side of the room, before motioning for her to go inside.<br/><br/>""Take all the time you need and then we'll head back to the stadium."" She said to the noblewoman. ""I figure at least some of the others will have finished their duels by now.""<br/><hr/><br/><br/>Taro was visibly surprised upon hearing the names Ellyn mentioned, the names of the aspirants assigned to guide them. Regardless, he was pleased with the girl's positive answer, and so he smiled. ""So that guy is one of your guides, eh? Well, he'll definitely know the way to the smithing workshop, then."" He said, patting the girl on the shoulder. ""Anyway, it was nice to meet you as well, Ellyn Tarembor. I'll certainly be waiting for you, so don't forget to drop by."" He stated.<br/><br/>At that moment, not too far from where they stood, a shout resounded, a woman's voice echoing through the air.<br/><br/>""Taroooo!"" She shouted, cupping her hands in front of her mouth to amplify the sound as she walked towards him.<br/><br/>Noticing her, Taro turned back to Ellyn. ""Well, looks like I'm needed elsewhere. I'll see you around then."" He said, waving at her as he turned around and walked away, joining the student that was looking for him and heading out of the stadium through one of the doors, their red robes trailing behind them."
10517,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=175,2015-01-16T01:06:00,Estva,"<blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23121939#p23121939"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-style: italic"">Right, its now or never.</span> She thought to herself. Either she was going to have to pull this off, or she was going to loose. She wasn't very good at tricky maneuvers like this, but she couldn't really think of anything else that was going to help her at this point. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Brute force has not worked, hopefully cunning will... though it isn't really my strong suit. </span> She thought to herself, the hammer finishing itself as she absorbed the kinetic blasts, not even fazing her. She seemed to be able to think somewhat clearly for the first time during the match. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Or is this another trick? Does he want me to abandon my familiar tactics to this risky gambit...? Is he feeding my thoughts that would lead to a plan? Is he so far in my head that even though I think this is my plan it's really his idea to bait me into some trap which he'll use to-</span> She got moving, over thinking was not going to help her now. She barreled down upon him, roaring as she charged. <br/><br/>However, her strength was not in the strike she was to deliver to his side with the hammer, which was weak and malformed anyway and would break apart upon contact with anything its purpose was to distract and confuse, perhaps daze. After the swing, she let go of that hammer, and drew upon the rock that she had planted around her axe. Reaching out for that, the Axe flew to her, now the distance between the two of them was not so far. She grabbed the weapon and swung at him one last time. <br/><br/>She hoped it would work, though, she did recognize this was merely a game, a mock duel, not life and death. If she lost, she wouldn't blame him or be soured by the conclusion, even if she did find his mental magic frustrating, convoluted and confusing. She'd likely think little of it. She might not even consider the possibility that he has been in her mind for longer than she might think, as she assumes the best from people. Thoughts akin to these went through her head as time seemed to slow when the axe moved towards it's target, uncertain whether it would connect with her opponent...</div></blockquote><br/>Koren began panicking as Jynna moved towards him faster and faster. She was going to be upon him at any moment now, and any charging was at the risk of letting her weapon reach its intended target. Any smash by her might be survivable, certainly, but what followed it would not. The charge was not as full as he wanted it to be, but then he realized, he had increased the temperature too much.<br/><br/>The energy he was holding would be lethal.<br/><br/>In his carelessness on just ramping up as much power as he could, he let the temperature of the blast skyrocket far too much. A juvenile mistake, but the only way he could fix it would be to dissipate the charge. He had to decide, and quickly, whether or not he wanted to run the risk of seriously injuring Jynna. He didn't know what kind of safeguards the arena had, but he imagined they were designed for weapons, not magic, and that carrying too far as he did would bypass them.<br/><br/>So, instead of fire, he decided to dissipate the charge. He did not want to hurt Jynna, and knowing what was to come next, simply stood and accepted his fate."
10518,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=175,2015-01-17T13:52:00,Escalan Corps-Star Island,"<blockquote><div><cite>Wolfenium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23010002#p23010002"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Escalan Corps-Star Island <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23009897#p23009897"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><span style=""margin-left: 20px;""></span>""Ha!"" Kiri exclaimed at his assertion. ""If they sing it, it's just as likely to be a curse as a praise."" She shifted her weight between feet, holding her left arm back behind her a bit and placing her right in what appeared to be a blocking position, which was of course odd since she didn't have any sort of shield or buckler.<br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 20px;""></span><span style=""font-style: italic"">7.</span> Kiri forced herself to stay calm as Eamonn began to circle her. Standing fixed, resisting the urge to turn her head and follow his movement, she could feel him moving behind her.<br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 20px;""></span><span style=""font-style: italic"">6. I've never fought a duel before. What am I thinking? How in Aradain's name do I expect to stand a chance?</span><br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 20px;""></span><span style=""font-style: italic"">5. No. I can't doubt myself, not now. I've come this far, and I'm fast enough to do this.</span><br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 20px;""></span><span style=""font-style: italic"">4.</span> Eamonn had circled back around to the front now, and she stood tracking his gaze with her own. His eyes flickered a few times, hinting at his actions.<br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 20px;""></span><span style=""font-style: italic"">3. He'll be moving fast, probably erratically. I can't dodge to either side effectively.</span> She tensed her left wrist, preparing to block his first stroke.<br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 20px;""></span><span style=""font-style: italic"">2.</span> Kiri set her feet. Watching Eamonn more closely, she noticed he favoured his sword-hand side on movement. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Got ya!</span><br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 20px;""></span><span style=""font-style: italic"">1.</span> ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">En garde!</span>"" she called out.<br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 20px;""></span><span style=""font-style: italic"">0.</span><br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 20px;""></span>He dashed forwards veritably screaming, feet kicking off of the arena surface to deliver a powerful upward stroke. She saw it coming and dropped backwards, rolling to the side to avoid the downswing that followed. She could hear the hum of the blade as it passed her head. Rolling to her feet as he spun around, she engaged the blade on Ilýcralad and delivered a blow to his left thigh. But the range was off, and though it connected, the blade skittered off the energy fields at an odd angle. She barely managed to pull the sword back in time to counter his next attack.<br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 20px;""></span><span style=""font-style: italic"">This won't be pretty at all,</span> she realised. Delivering three rapid overhands to his left side, she gained a little ground as the blades crackled together. She disengaged for a moment and looked at him, hoping to see how he fared.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Staggering back from the blows, Eamonn was visibly pissed at the blows, though hardly enough to take him down at all. Gripping his sword one handed, he appeared to be at a significant disadvantage on the onset. Still, he appeared to be biting the pain like a brute, a somewhat remarkable feat considering his outwardly feeble appearance. Charging again, he appeared to be more on his guard. Swapping his blade to his other hand at the last moment, he again tried to confuse her with side-stepping, though that covered little for his apparent shortcoming. <br/><br/>But one matter that was readily apparent was that he was holding back. He had yet to use his magic at all, and coupled with his weak spot, made him quite a weak fighter. Question was, why? Was he looking down on her, or was his saving his magic for another trick. Something was noticeable, however. His free hand involuntarily clutching as if he was holding an invisible second blade, he was <span style=""font-style: italic"">not</span> used to fighting with just one sword.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""margin-left: 20px;""></span>Kiri noted that Eamonn was taking her assault head-on, not bothering to deflect the force of the blades clashing together.<span style=""font-style: italic"">How long can he keep that up?</span>, she wondered.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Given his frame, it's a wonder he can absorb those sorts of impacts and just keep coming at me. . .</span>She brought Illýcralad up to block an impending stroke. As her opponent neared, he suddenly shifted his sword to his opposite hand. Reacting at the last possible moment, Kiri stepped backwards and spun her own sword across to counter the stroke. The impact jarred her wrist more than she would have liked, and she grimaced a little in response. She'd falter if she took too many more blows like that, she knew, so she tried a different strategy.<br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 20px;""></span>Disengaging and spinning around rapidly, she regained her footing and reassured the integrity of her guard. Gauging Eamonn's response was easier now that she had seen his fighting style and knew of his ability to shift hands, so she had a far more accurate idea of what she could attempt. As he made to follow her, she muttered a few words under her breath and two ghostly images of her blade appeared, sweeping down from the right and left at Eamonn's helmet. He moved to block one, and she struck quickly at his unprotected chest. The lunge caught him on his sternum, knocking him backwards and breaking his concentration. Pressing the advantage, Kiri struck again, knocking her foe to one knee. Another repetition of the incantation, and a third stroke appeared. This time he reacted to the lunge, leaving her free to take a downward slash at him. Catching his helmet with an audible ring, he was knocked squarely onto his back. Kiri levelled Illýcralad at his throat, hoping to end the duel then and there."
10519,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=175,2015-01-18T00:17:00,Wolfenium,"<blockquote><div><cite>Escalan Corps-Star Island <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23171584#p23171584"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Wolfenium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23010002#p23010002"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Staggering back from the blows, Eamonn was visibly pissed at the blows, though hardly enough to take him down at all. Gripping his sword one handed, he appeared to be at a significant disadvantage on the onset. Still, he appeared to be biting the pain like a brute, a somewhat remarkable feat considering his outwardly feeble appearance. Charging again, he appeared to be more on his guard. Swapping his blade to his other hand at the last moment, he again tried to confuse her with side-stepping, though that covered little for his apparent shortcoming. <br/><br/>But one matter that was readily apparent was that he was holding back. He had yet to use his magic at all, and coupled with his weak spot, made him quite a weak fighter. Question was, why? Was he looking down on her, or was his saving his magic for another trick. Something was noticeable, however. His free hand involuntarily clutching as if he was holding an invisible second blade, he was <span style=""font-style: italic"">not</span> used to fighting with just one sword.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""margin-left: 20px;""></span>Kiri noted that Eamonn was taking her assault head-on, not bothering to deflect the force of the blades clashing together. <span style=""font-style: italic"">How long can he keep that up?</span>, she wondered. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Given his frame, it's a wonder he can absorb those sorts of impacts and just keep coming at me. . .</span> She brought Illýcralad up to block an impending stroke. As her opponent neared, he suddenly shifted his sword to his opposite hand. Reacting at the last possible moment, Kiri stepped backwards and spun her own sword across to counter the stroke. The impact jarred her wrist more than she would have liked, and she grimaced a little in response. She'd falter if she took too many more blows like that, she knew, so she tried a different strategy.<br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 20px;""></span>Disengaging and spinning around rapidly, she regained her footing and reassured the integrity of her guard. Gauging Eamonn's response was easier now that she had seen his fighting style and knew of his ability to shift hands, so she had a far more accurate idea of what she could attempt. As he made to follow her, she muttered a few words under her breath and two ghostly images of her blade appeared, sweeping down from the right and left at Eamonn's helmet. He moved to block one, and she struck quickly at his unprotected chest. The lunge caught him on his sternum, knocking him backwards and breaking his concentration. Pressing the advantage, Kiri struck again, knocking her foe to one knee. Another repetition of the incantation, and a third stroke appeared. This time he reacted to the lunge, leaving her free to take a downward slash at him. Catching his helmet with an audible ring, he was knocked squarely onto his back. Kiri levelled Illýcralad at his throat, hoping to end the duel then and there.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Throwing up as he felt the sting on his chest, Eamonn appeared on the ropes in the duel. With multiple sprites to keep an eye on, the frantic teen was getting battered back hard. His ears ringing, he failed to keep his guard up as the hit stumbled him back. With Illýcralad raised at him, all he could possibly do was make a futile block with his sword, an indefensible position he had little way of escaping from.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Or was it?</span><br/><br/>Suddenly, a sickening, splotching sound rang over the arena as Kiri surged in with her blade. Stopping close to his throat, her sword appeared to have been forcibly stalled, its blade running through an obstacle. It did not take long for his opponent to realize what Illýcralad had sunk into. Raised on Eamonn's free arm, a small, circular shield projected over its length jammed the sword before it could make its mark. On closer inspection, the shield itself did not seem entirely solid, as part of its mass fused the blade to its body. It looked like an eerie metallic gel, illuminating a cyan light over its surface. Eamonn, for one, looked a lot in pain, gritting his teeth with bloodshot eyes as his nerves burned with the strain of his duel. But all that appeared to be trivial discomforts to him, evident from his dangerous act.<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">You're not making me mad enough,</span>"" he hissed, glaring frighteningly at the girl as he began shifting his arm, evidently trying to tug at her sword. Releasing his sword on his other arm, he made a quick trace into the ground, as a surge of aura formed right under his head. Tipping over his body, a sudden beam of cyan ran right up where his head were in a surge of pure matter. Smashing right into Kiri's torso in full force, it surged out like a uncoiling snake, sending her hitting the wall with a vicious crash of its weight.<br/><br/>The strike made, Eamonn slowly got to his feet as the cyan column began to disintegrate into wisps of light. Illýcralad still lodged in his shield, he casually let the shield diffuse, removing the blade with a restrained grimace twisting over his face. Tossing it in Kiri's direction, it landed harmlessly on the floor standing as the hilt beckoned her back. Taking a step back to pick up his own blade, he merely waited for the girl to get back in the game, looking a bit displeased with his own performance.<br/><br/>In all respects, Eamonn was in very bad shape. Having held back from using his magic, he was quite content at soaking in the blows until his acrimonious retaliation earlier. In fact, he seemed to be consciously holding himself back for an opportunity like that. However, he appeared to be waiting for something else to happen, and he was once again daring the girl to hit him again."
10520,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=175,2015-01-18T03:01:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Estva <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23156048#p23156048"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23121939#p23121939"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-style: italic"">Right, its now or never.</span> She thought to herself. Either she was going to have to pull this off, or she was going to loose. She wasn't very good at tricky maneuvers like this, but she couldn't really think of anything else that was going to help her at this point. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Brute force has not worked, hopefully cunning will... though it isn't really my strong suit. </span> She thought to herself, the hammer finishing itself as she absorbed the kinetic blasts, not even fazing her. She seemed to be able to think somewhat clearly for the first time during the match. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Or is this another trick? Does he want me to abandon my familiar tactics to this risky gambit...? Is he feeding my thoughts that would lead to a plan? Is he so far in my head that even though I think this is my plan it's really his idea to bait me into some trap which he'll use to-</span> She got moving, over thinking was not going to help her now. She barreled down upon him, roaring as she charged. <br/><br/>However, her strength was not in the strike she was to deliver to his side with the hammer, which was weak and malformed anyway and would break apart upon contact with anything its purpose was to distract and confuse, perhaps daze. After the swing, she let go of that hammer, and drew upon the rock that she had planted around her axe. Reaching out for that, the Axe flew to her, now the distance between the two of them was not so far. She grabbed the weapon and swung at him one last time. <br/><br/>She hoped it would work, though, she did recognize this was merely a game, a mock duel, not life and death. If she lost, she wouldn't blame him or be soured by the conclusion, even if she did find his mental magic frustrating, convoluted and confusing. She'd likely think little of it. She might not even consider the possibility that he has been in her mind for longer than she might think, as she assumes the best from people. Thoughts akin to these went through her head as time seemed to slow when the axe moved towards it's target, uncertain whether it would connect with her opponent...</div></blockquote><br/>Koren began panicking as Jynna moved towards him faster and faster. She was going to be upon him at any moment now, and any charging was at the risk of letting her weapon reach its intended target. Any smash by her might be survivable, certainly, but what followed it would not. The charge was not as full as he wanted it to be, but then he realized, he had increased the temperature too much.<br/><br/>The energy he was holding would be lethal.<br/><br/>In his carelessness on just ramping up as much power as he could, he let the temperature of the blast skyrocket far too much. A juvenile mistake, but the only way he could fix it would be to dissipate the charge. He had to decide, and quickly, whether or not he wanted to run the risk of seriously injuring Jynna. He didn't know what kind of safeguards the arena had, but he imagined they were designed for weapons, not magic, and that carrying too far as he did would bypass them.<br/><br/>So, instead of fire, he decided to dissipate the charge. He did not want to hurt Jynna, and knowing what was to come next, simply stood and accepted his fate.</div></blockquote><br/>And so the axe carried through. Not even Jynna could stop the heavy blade now that it was hurtling towards Koren with considerable force behind it. The axe connected with it's target, hitting it with a mighty thud and clang. The axe strike would likely knock Koren quite a bit away as it hit.<br/><br/>As soon as the axe had hit Koren, Jynna's eyes had widened in concern. She was finally thinking clearly, and she moved towards him with a bit of speed.<br/><br/>""Koren? Are you okay?"" She asked, voice filled with concern.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Zarkenis Ultima <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23140315#p23140315"">wrote</a>:</cite>Standing by the infirmary's door, Aressa watched as Vyna finished talking to Mehran and walked over to her, asking about the restroom and then in a much quieter voice thanking her for bringing her along. Smiling faintly, the scarlet-haired aspirant placed a hand upon the recruit's head affectively before replying to her in a similarly hushed voice. ""You don't have to thank me. It's my duty after all."" She stated. And it was true, it was her duty to help the recruits assigned to her find their way around the Academy, and to make sure that they were on good terms with each other. Of course, the latter task appeared to be significantly more difficult, as some members of the group didn't seem to be getting along very well, but she was sure that could be rectified.<br/><br/>""As for the sink..."" She said afterwards in her normal voice, speaking out loud as she felt no need to hush her voice to reply to Vynaria's question. She placed her hand on the girl's shoulder instead and turned as if to guide her, leading her to a door on the side of the room, before motioning for her to go inside.<br/><br/>""Take all the time you need and then we'll head back to the stadium."" She said to the noblewoman. ""I figure at least some of the others will have finished their duels by now.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Indeed."" She said, talking as she moved to the sink. She put on the water and used the bar of soap to wash her hands of the red sticky blood, both literally and metaphorically, as the wounds from whence the blood came had been healed. ""I can already guess how Ellyn and Aris' fight ended...""<br/><br/>Vyna felt much better now that she was relieved of the burden of guilt. But now she was alone with the aspirant she needed to talk to her.<br/><br/>""Miss Alistair, can I ask you a favour?"" She asked. The aspirants couldn't be part of whatever scheme there was to kill the Ayendor heirs, but she still had to be careful about how she asked this."
10521,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=175,2015-01-18T18:13:00,Estva,"<blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23178313#p23178313"">wrote</a>:</cite>And so the axe carried through. Not even Jynna could stop the heavy blade now that it was hurtling towards Koren with considerable force behind it. The axe connected with it's target, hitting it with a mighty thud and clang. The axe strike would likely knock Koren quite a bit away as it hit. <br/><br/>As soon as the axe had hit Koren, Jynna's eyes had widened in concern. She was finally thinking clearly, and she moved towards him with a bit of speed. <br/><br/>""Koren? Are you okay?"" She asked, voice filled with concern.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Koren didn't feel the pain until he was staring up towards the ceiling. The strike and crash all happened so fast his body didn't have the time to respond.<br/><br/>Every breath was painful, but the damage control the arena offered prevented anything lethal from happening. Had the blow been unhindered Koren doubted he could breath at all. He heard Jynna calling towards him, to make sure he was okay.<br/><br/>""Y-y-yes, I'm fine. It....hurts to move, but, congratulations on your success. I'm beaten"" He withdrew all attempts at influence, he was too exhausted form the fight and the wound. He attempted to stand, and with great difficulty, managed to get up and limp towards Jynna.<br/><br/>""You are very powerful, I respect tha-""<br/><br/>He grabbed his side as another wave of pain hit.<br/><br/>""I have not yet come across such a warrior as you."""
10522,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=175,2015-01-19T06:32:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Estva <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23186643#p23186643"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23178313#p23178313"">wrote</a>:</cite>And so the axe carried through. Not even Jynna could stop the heavy blade now that it was hurtling towards Koren with considerable force behind it. The axe connected with it's target, hitting it with a mighty thud and clang. The axe strike would likely knock Koren quite a bit away as it hit. <br/><br/>As soon as the axe had hit Koren, Jynna's eyes had widened in concern. She was finally thinking clearly, and she moved towards him with a bit of speed. <br/><br/>""Koren? Are you okay?"" She asked, voice filled with concern.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Koren didn't feel the pain until he was staring up towards the ceiling. The strike and crash all happened so fast his body didn't have the time to respond.<br/><br/>Every breath was painful, but the damage control the arena offered prevented anything lethal from happening. Had the blow been unhindered Koren doubted he could breath at all. He heard Jynna calling towards him, to make sure he was okay.<br/><br/>""Y-y-yes, I'm fine. It....hurts to move, but, congratulations on your success. I'm beaten"" He withdrew all attempts at influence, he was too exhausted form the fight and the wound. He attempted to stand, and with great difficulty, managed to get up and limp towards Jynna. <br/><br/>""You are very powerful, I respect tha-""<br/><br/>He grabbed his side as another wave of pain hit.<br/><br/>""I have not yet come across such a warrior as you.""</div></blockquote><br/>Jynna's eyes widened as her axe fell to the wayside as she rushed to help him, both their armour and weapons likely automatically deactivating now that the duel was over. She couldn't stand the idea of badly hurting someone she had not meant to and would not allow herself to stand idly by while someone else was in pain. She moved over to him, ready to support him if he tumbled over or help him if he needed it.<br/><br/>""Can you walk? Does it hurt?"" She asked, her voice filed with worry. ""If you need me to, I can carry you."""
10523,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=175,2015-01-19T22:59:00,Estva,"<blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23191936#p23191936"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Estva <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23186643#p23186643"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Koren didn't feel the pain until he was staring up towards the ceiling. The strike and crash all happened so fast his body didn't have the time to respond.<br/><br/>Every breath was painful, but the damage control the arena offered prevented anything lethal from happening. Had the blow been unhindered Koren doubted he could breath at all. He heard Jynna calling towards him, to make sure he was okay.<br/><br/>""Y-y-yes, I'm fine. It....hurts to move, but, congratulations on your success. I'm beaten"" He withdrew all attempts at influence, he was too exhausted form the fight and the wound. He attempted to stand, and with great difficulty, managed to get up and limp towards Jynna. <br/><br/>""You are very powerful, I respect tha-""<br/><br/>He grabbed his side as another wave of pain hit.<br/><br/>""I have not yet come across such a warrior as you.""</div></blockquote><br/>Jynna's eyes widened as her axe fell to the wayside as she rushed to help him, both their armour and weapons likely automatically deactivating now that the duel was over. She couldn't stand the idea of badly hurting someone she had not meant to and would not allow herself to stand idly by while someone else was in pain. She moved over to him, ready to support him if he tumbled over or help him if he needed it. <br/><br/>""Can you walk? Does it hurt?"" She asked, her voice filed with worry. ""If you need me to, I can carry you.""</div></blockquote><br/>""I don't need to be carried, but I wouldn't mind some support.""<br/><br/>He walked over and put his arm over Jynna or support.<br/><br/>""Nice fight. I just need some support because it hurts to walk and breathe."""
10524,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=175,2015-01-20T05:54:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Estva <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23202367#p23202367"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23191936#p23191936"">wrote</a>:</cite>Jynna's eyes widened as her axe fell to the wayside as she rushed to help him, both their armour and weapons likely automatically deactivating now that the duel was over. She couldn't stand the idea of badly hurting someone she had not meant to and would not allow herself to stand idly by while someone else was in pain. She moved over to him, ready to support him if he tumbled over or help him if he needed it. <br/><br/>""Can you walk? Does it hurt?"" She asked, her voice filed with worry. ""If you need me to, I can carry you.""</div></blockquote><br/>""I don't need to be carried, but I wouldn't mind some support.""<br/><br/>He walked over and put his arm over Jynna or support.<br/><br/>""Nice fight. I just need some support because it hurts to walk and breathe.""</div></blockquote><br/>Jynna nodded, helping to support his weight with her own strength. Her face flashed with colour for an imperceptible second at being in physical contact with a boy whom she was not related to. It went away as her more mature side kicked in. ""A nice fight indeed. You fought well. Honestly, it could have gone either way."" She reassured, waiting for the order to leave or the official signal the match was over. ""Know that my concern does not any way to diminish your prowess or is intended to insult you. I just saw you we're hurt..."""
10525,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=175,2015-01-20T14:54:00,Zarkenis Ultima,"Aressa waited for Vynaria to finish washing her hands, idly curling one of her crimson red locks of hair with her finger as she leaned on the wall, watching the girl was Mehran's blood away. Hearing her comment, the aspirant chuckled ever so slightly. ""Well, it's not like they're making too much of an effort to hide their emotions."" She stated, recalling how they went ahead and kissed in public before the duel was even finished, exiting the arena hand in hand afterwards right in front of everyone who was watching. ""Then again, I can't possibly claim that's wrong."" She smiled to herself. Certainly, it wasn't wrong to be honest. She herself seldom made an effort to conceal her thoughts, though she did take care to express herself respectfully when appropiate.<br/><br/>Hearing the recruit's sudden request, Aressa stood upright and looked at her, nodding. ""Yes, of course. I am here to help you, after all, so feel free to ask me for anything. What is it you need?"" She asked of the young noblewoman that stood in front of her, wondering about this favor.<br/><hr/><br/><br/>""I would like to congratulate Jynna Ayendor for winning this battle."" The black-robed master stated firmly once the duel was over, the safety measures deactivating the armor and weapons of the combatants and disrupting any magic within the arena. However, instead of instructing them to greet each other before abandoning the arena, he spoke a single command. ""Now, vacate the arena and wait for your guides.""<br/><br/>Meanwhile, a bit of applause echoed through the air as the people watching showed their appreciation for the duel that they had witnessed, even though some of the older and more experienced students were able to tell that Koren had held back at the end and allowed himself to be struck."
10526,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=175,2015-01-21T01:45:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Zarkenis Ultima <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23208021#p23208021"">wrote</a>:</cite>Aressa waited for Vynaria to finish washing her hands, idly curling one of her crimson red locks of hair with her finger as she leaned on the wall, watching the girl was Mehran's blood away. Hearing her comment, the aspirant chuckled ever so slightly. ""Well, it's not like they're making too much of an effort to hide their emotions."" She stated, recalling how they went ahead and kissed in public before the duel was even finished, exiting the arena hand in hand afterwards right in front of everyone who was watching. ""Then again, I can't possibly claim that's wrong."" She smiled to herself. Certainly, it wasn't wrong to be honest. She herself seldom made an effort to conceal her thoughts, though she did take care to express herself respectfully when appropiate.<br/><br/>Hearing the recruit's sudden request, Aressa stood upright and looked at her, nodding. ""Yes, of course. I am here to help you, after all, so feel free to ask me for anything. What is it you need?"" She asked of the young noblewoman that stood in front of her, wondering about this favor.</div></blockquote><br/>Vyna paused before speaking, unsure of the best way to put this. Too much information and she might panic and tell the academy head, and since she didn't know exactly who to trust, after all, just because their parents were dead didn't mean it was one of her siblings who planned this. ""Could you..."" She started. Looking around to make sure no one was listening. ""Could you keep an eye on my sister?"" She asked. ""She's... by no means weak or unintelligent, but her naivete and caring nature can be dangerous especially considering... recent events."""
10527,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=175,2015-01-23T18:51:00,Zarkenis Ultima,"The duel continued for Arogisl. The worst possible match, of all things it had to be a warrior who preferred direct combat. Had there been some simple gimmick or reliance upon a particular skill he may have been able to exploit the inevitable chink it would create in their defenses, but there was only a blade that defied disarming, leaving little in the ways of combating the advantage. For a match of brawn he was rather ill suited yet in regards to countering the use of magic he felt no real concern; particularly as fire itself tended to be fairly easy to deflect when matched with stone. A dangerous assumption of his. Fire alone was one thing but even stone would melt with enough power, doubtful as it was that she would put enough energy into her spells to do so. Another dangerous assumption. He would have to check himself to prevent rash action stemming from such conjecture.<br/><br/>After being launched back by his last column his opponent seemed quite engaged in a long string of invocations, and recalling the power of the much shorter incantation used earlier gave some reason for worry. But so long as she was busy casting, her ability to act would be impaired, granting him but a few moments of respite to consider his options.<br/><br/>It seemed from an earlier reaction that she had caught on to his little trick to hide his incantations, a reaction he felt it difficult not to smirk at. As if she had any room to criticize hiding his abilities when she possessed a blade which effectively could not be disarmed, the battlefield weeped at the irony. Regardless, the ultimate end was that it mattered not if she was aware of his deception as there still would be only the final invocation of a spell which would allow for reactive action. In the end it seemed it was tactics and tools that acted as the most significant of modifiers to deciding the winner of battle, and only those in the stories of old or of living legend seemed to hold the capacity to win by naught but their own strength. And from this thought a rather devilish idea came to mind. Truth be told he would rather have not turned to such a method, but the circumstances seemed rather conductive for this particular means.<br/><br/>Placing his hands once more upon the floor, he uttered the silent words to which a curved wall erupted from the ground, hiding him from view. While it also impeded his visual perception of his opponent, he could still hear her utterances from the other side of his wall, whereas she would hear nothing of him. In the end he would greatly prefer a more direct course of action, but first he would need to level the playing field, at least enough to negate that blade of hers. For only the second time following his entry into battle, he began his invocation without making physical contact with a surface. He knew not how much time remained to him, or whether or not a skill unknown to him would be utilized, so he poured all focus but that which it took to be aware of the voice of his opponent into the most intricate of spells he could think to make use of. It was not just a single invocation, but many interwoven and layered into each other that would serve as the greatest means to defeat whatever it was that he could face.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, Elsis continued reciting her powerful incantation as she summoned her blade and charged towards Arogisl once again. This next attack was going to nearly completely drain her of energy, she knew that, but neither her opponent's puny sword nor his cowardly pillars of stone would stop her this time. One of the most advanced techniques she had learned so far, this was one of her strongest spells, combined with her own strength and the power of her blade. Strictly speaking, she didn't even need to be close to him to unleash her attack upon him, but she figured that it wouldn't hurt to take the opportunity to smash him without using her magic if said opportunity presented itself, and it just so happened that Arogisl was standing exposed in the middle of the arena. Charging towards him, she was ready to deal a decisive blow to him if he allowed it, though the experience she had attained while fighting him indicated that such a thing was unlikely.<br/><br/>And indeed, soon enough a large curved wall of stone emerged from the ground in between Elsis and her opponent, protecting him from the wrath of her attack. Truth be told, she hadn't quite expected this, instead assuming that he would merely summon another pillar to hide behind instead of a whole wall, but either way, this new development did nothing to make her change her strategy or to weaken her resolve. Not missing a beat, she continued running through the battlefield, which looked more like a ruined temple than a simple dueling arena by this point, and headed straight towards the wall, her speed unchanged. Just as it seemed lik she was about to crash into the wall and stop, though, she instead jumped towards it and, in a remarkable feat of physical prowess that was not extraordinary for a Redemit but certainly commendable for a simple recruit, the braveblood began running up the wall in stark defiance of gravity and everything that had to do with it, her lips still spewing forth words of ancient power even as she performed such a daring deed.<br/><br/>Finally, she reached the top of the wall, and once there, she boldly jumped off towards the other side, looking down to see where her opponent was. It didn't take her long to see Arogisl, running towards the wall of the arena and away from her, and at this sight, she smirked. As far as Elsis was concerned, the duel was already over, and without further ado, she concluded the incantation of her spell as she descended, gripping Salamander tightly.<br/><br/>""Spiral Blaze!"" She shouted as she hurled the energy broadsword at Arogisl with all of her might. The sword spun wildly as it tore through the air once again, but this time, something else happened. The blade was engulfed in burning fire, soon becoming a fearsome vortex of powerful flames that ignited the air around it as it flew, inexorably homing in on its target, Arogisl. The blazing spiral of destruction would undoubtedly finish off what little energy remained in his armor's shield generators, and in his sword as well, if he tried to block it. Dodging was not an option either, as the spell caused the blade to propel itself forward even faster thanks to a jet of flames, causing it to be too swift to be dodged. In fact, Elsis only had a few moments to enjoy thinking of this, as soon enough, she saw the blade strike Arogisl. However, much to her surprise, the blade continued on as if it had struck nothing. At first horrified, thinking that she had put too much power into her attack and that the failsafe on the arena had failed somehow, she ran towards where she had seen her opponent, to see if he was alright. However, she soon stopped, noticing that there was simply nothing there. No blood, no body, no nothing except her spinning blade. Her frown returned to her face as she realized that the figure of Arogisl had been but an illusion.<br/><br/>She had no time to complain, though, as soon she felt something. Something was approaching very quickly from her left, moments away from striking her. She quickly turned around, summoning Salamander to her hand by uttering its name, but it was too late to block, too late to dodge. All she could do was retaliate by swinging her blade at Arogisl as his own blade impacted her armor. He had used the illusion to distract her while he flanked her, using one of his own stone pillars to propel himself at great speeds towards her, blade first, in order to maximize the potency of the impact and hopefully bring her down in a single strike. Thus, the momentum he carried was great, and the two warriors struck each other with such great force only for a moment before Arogisl's speed caused him to slam into her, tackling her to the ground.<br/><br/>And yet, that moment had been more than enough. Their armors and weapons deactivated, and all of the magic in the arena was swiftly nullified, as the duel officially concluded.<br/><br/>""I would like to congratulate Arogisl Ignobilis and Elsis Salasanger for their duel and its climatic draw."" Came the voice from the blindfolded master.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Draw?!""</span>She thought, indignated, but any further disdainful thoughts were drowned out by the sudden wave of applause and cheering that both she and Aro received from the students that had been watching the confrontation with keen interest. The two of them had put up quite a show, it seemed, one that was rather enjoyed by those around them, and though she did so begrudgingly, Elsis decided to simply accept the master's veredict and come to terms with the fact that she was tied with Arogisl. Everyone else seemed to think that it had been a good fight, it seemed, so she figured that complaining wasn't going to do her any good, not to mention that a braveblood was not meant to refuse to acknowledge defeat when it came, and she supposed that such a thing applied here as well.<br/><br/>Pushing the student that had tackled her aside, she stood up, but instead of simply walking away, she stopped, turned around, and offered him her hand.<br/><br/>""Well."" She said after he had taken it. ""I suppose you can't really be that bad. You managed to keep up with me, after all!"" She added, grinning to herself, her pride having apparently recovered from its recently sustained wound rather quickly.<br/><br/>With the battle over, the two students then bowed to each other, as customary, and then went back to their respective groups.<br/><hr/><br/><br/>Aressa waited for the girl in front of her to answer her question and tell her what was wrong, wondering what was the reason that made Vynaria wait until they were alone to ask her for a favor. She observed the recruit, noticing that she looked around for any potential eavesdroppers as she began to speak, though there were obviously none, as the two were alone in the restroom. Hearing the noblewoman's request, though, the crimson-haired aspirant couldn't help feeling concerned. It was something unusual to have someone ask for something like that, considering that it was implicit in the mission of a guide to protect the students assigned to one, and so, she figured that there had to be some sort of reason for it.<br/><br/>""Well, I'll certainly look after her. It is part of my duties as her guide, after all, to protect her and the rest of you."" She assured the girl, though she frowned very slightly afterwards. ""Now, though, we should head back to the stadium. We can talk about these things later, if you wish."" She said to the girl, before heading out, motioning for her to follow as she walked up to the doors of the infirmary, taking a moment to wave at Arcander before stepping through.<br/><hr/><br/><hr/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>Flying through the Antagon System, on the black void that surrounded Cathedral Arcadia, was a chariot much like the ones in which the other students had arrived. This shuttle bore within those few students who, due to a trick of fate and the hostility of the circumstances, had been unable to board one of the regular flights to the Silver Hand Academy, instead having to resort to an atypical flight arranged for them.<br/><br/>Soon enough, the chariot penetrated Arcadia's atmosphere, entering the Cathedral and allowing the students within to bask in its splendor as the vessel swiftly sped through the skies of the Crimson Citadel, headed towards the Silver Hand Academy on the distance. It did not take very long for the spacecraft to reach it, landing on a large, semi-open circular platform. The landing platform was mostly empty, unlike it had been some time earlier, when the bulk of the students had arrived at the Academy, their assigned guides calling out their names and leading them towards the welcoming ceremony which had concluded about an hour ago.<br/><br/>""Please step outside."" The voice of the chariot's driver spoke as the door opened, allowing the students outside. ""A member of the staff will meet you soon.""<br/><br/>And indeed, not too long after the students had stepped outside as instructed, someone else arrived. A woman with long black hair and dark blue irises, a long, wide scar running vertically down her face through her right eye, which was perpetually shut. She wore a long robe dark as the void between the stars, adorned with silver embroidery and bearing the symbol of the Silver Hand Academy on her back. On one hand, she held a device of sorts which bore the same shape of the symbol on the woman's back, while the other one bore some robes similar in appearance to the one she wore, though these were different in that their color was silver, with embroidery of gold.<br/><br/>Now, despite the potentially fearsome visage of the woman, which was a direct result of the noticeable battle scar on her face, her expression betrayed no enmity. She walked up to the students, standing in front of them and observing them for a moment before speaking.<br/><br/>""Jonran, Alfenn and Rystan, correct? I understand why you couldn't be here earlier, but you all were still late to the welcoming ceremony, so I'm afraid this will be a little bit unorthodox."" She explained, before walking up to each of them and pressing the device against their chest, imprinting the Silver Hand upon their right breast. Afterwards, she moved to their back and placed the silvery robes upon their shoulders.<br/><br/>""You're all now recruits of the Silver Hand Academy. Welcome to your new home."" The black-robed master said, offering them a slight grin, before turning around. ""Now, ordinarily we would now recite the Phantom Oath, but since these are extraordinary circumstances, we'll have to skip that. The sooner I get you children to your guides, the better."" The woman said. With a steady pace, she walked to a door on the landing platform that led to an empty room. Long stairs descended into the depths of the tower, before revealing another door. Upon crossing it, the black-robed woman and the recruits found themselves on a long empty hallway. A transluscent ceiling and walls of similar properties allowed them to see the vermilion skies above, and if they looked to their sides, they would undoubtedly notice: There were other such hallways, many others, all around them, all of them empty now.<br/><br/>They continued walking, reaching another door, which led to a different hallway, a larger one, no longer transparent. They moved through the hallways until they reached a row of cylindrical semi-transparent tubes set on the walls, seemingly stretching out vertically through the whole buildings. They were reasonably spacious, able to fit as many as two dozen students, potentially more if there was need for such. For now though, the woman guided the recruits to one such tube, completely empty save for their group. A holographic panel next to the opening displayed several numbers, which she lightly touched to activate the lift. Soon it began moving upwards into the building, though they would have hardly noticed if not for the transparent walls that allowed them to see outside, since the sensation of movement was absent. Floor after floor flashed through their eyes before the lift stopped just as abruptly as it had begun moving. And as the recruits stepped out of the elevator, they would find themselves in another hallway, similar to the one they had been in moments earlier, yet somehow less formal. The walls, though of the same style and composition, were not silver and red like earlier. Rather, they were a clear blue color, and the works of art present elsewhere in the Academy were absent here.<br/><br/>After that, the woman continued leading them through the hallways, stopping at last before a door just like every other door nearby, but with the inscription ""A-23"" above it.<br/><hr/><br/><br/>""...So that's all I wanted to say. Congratulations on your duels, everybody."" Aressa told the recruits as they all sat calmly in the tranquility of their common room. She no longer bore the golden robes of the aspirants and the pristine white uniform of the students, instead clad in a simple white shirt and a pair of black pants, having taken a moment to change upon arriving to the dorm after leaving the stadium. Her crimson hair was tied up into a ponytail and she had visibly relaxed after the solemnity of the welcoming ceremony and the accident that occured during the duels.<br/><br/>""Now, you're all free to change into something else if you wish, but bear in mind that, starting tomorrow, you'll only be allowed to wear civilian clothes while in the student floors or during certain holidays."" She said, before hearing a light knock on the door. And as she moved to open it, she found herself face to face with the black-robed woman with the scar over her eye.<br/><br/>""I see you've gotten along remarkably well with your charges, Alistar."" The woman said, quite aware of and in fact amused by the sheer surprise displayed by Aressa's face at suddenly finding one of the instructors of the Academy in front of her door.<br/><br/>""A-ah... Miss Cyranis. What can I do for you?"" The surprised aspirant asked.<br/><br/>""Oh, nothing much. Just show these late arrivals around, they'll be part of your group from now on."" The instructor stated, motioning towards the three students that stood behind her, before patting Aressa on the shoulder. ""Now then, I'll be leaving. Have a nice day."" She smiled at the students, and departed.<br/><br/>Left behind with the three new arrivals, Aressa looked at Cyranis leave for a few moments before turning her attention to the three students in front of her. ""Well, I suppose lunch will have to wait a bit. Come inside."" She said, stepping aside to allow them entrance to the common room. ""My name is Aressa Alistar, and I will be one of your guides. The other one, Arcander, is currently with some other students."" The aspirant said. ""You may want to introduce yourselves or leave your things here so that you won't have to carry them everywhere. You're also free to change into more comfortable clothes, we have permission to walk around the school in civilian wear for today."" She explained. ""We were just about to head to the top floor to get something to eat, in case any of you is hungry.""<br/><hr/><br/><br/>Arcander walked through the gardens of the top floor, looking all around for a familiar lilac-haired student who had left for the top floor on her own earlier, during the duels. The aspirant had seen to Mehran's swift recovery and had arranged for his armor to be repaired and checked for any imperfections in the system, and so, he currently found himself looking for Ritz, who he suspected was somewhere among the gardens, trees, statues and fountains of the pristine rooftop.<br/><br/>""Ritz!"" He called now and then in hopes of having her hear his call as he looked for her.<br/><br/>Eventually, he happened to find himself at the edge of the building, looking down at a small balcony nearby, a story or two below, with a tree on it. There, resting peacefully, was the silver-robed young woman he had been searching for, a curious glow surrounding her body.<br/><br/>""Hello there."" He called out to her. ""That's a rather nice spot, isn't it? You're not the first one to take a nap there. Not the last, either, I'm sure."" The white-haired aspirant said pleasantly, before glancing at the stairs that led up to the rooftop. ""Are you hungry? The others are going to come here in a while to grab something to eat, but I decided to go on ahead to see if I could find you. You could have said something instead of simply going missing, you know."" Arcander explained, his voice leaving it clear that he was not scolding her, merely stating a fact."
10528,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=175,2015-01-24T03:49:00,Atlannia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Zarkenis Ultima <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23244170#p23244170"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""...So that's all I wanted to say. Congratulations on your duels, everybody."" Aressa told the recruits as they all sat calmly in the tranquility of their common room. She no longer bore the golden robes of the aspirants and the pristine white uniform of the students, instead clad in a simple white shirt and a pair of black pants, having taken a moment to change upon arriving to the dorm after leaving the stadium. Her crimson hair was tied up into a ponytail and she had visibly relaxed after the solemnity of the welcoming ceremony and the accident that occured during the duels.<br/><br/>""Now, you're all free to change into something else if you wish, but bear in mind that, starting tomorrow, you'll only be allowed to wear civilian clothes while in the student floors or during certain holidays."" She said, before hearing a light knock on the door. And as she moved to open it, she found herself face to face with the black-robed woman with the scar over her eye.<br/><br/>""I see you've gotten along remarkably well with your charges, Alistar."" The woman said, quite aware and in fact amused by the sheer surprise displayed by Aressa's face at suddenly finding one of the instructors of the Academy in front of her door.<br/><br/>""A-ah... Miss Cyranis. What can I do for you?"" The surprised aspirant asked.<br/><br/>""Oh, nothing much. Just show these late arrivals around, they'll be part of your group from now on."" The instructor stated, motioning towards the three students that stood behind her, before patting Aressa on the shoulder. ""Now then, I'll be leaving. Have a nice day."" She smiled at the students, and departed.<br/><br/>Left behind with the three new arrivals, Aressa looked at Cyranis leave for a few moments before turning her attention to the three students in front of her. ""Well, I suppose lunch will have to wait a bit. Come inside."" She said, stepping aside to allow them entrance to the common room. ""My name is Aressa Alistar, and I will be one of your guides. The other one, Arcander, is currently with some other students."" The aspirant said. ""You may want to introduce yourselves or leave your things here so that you won't have to carry them everywhere. You're also free to change into more comfortable clothes, we have permission to walk around the school in civilian wear for today."" She explained. ""We were just about to head to the top floor to get something to eat, in case any of you is hungry.""<br/></div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Infernal chariots</span>seethed a slender, dark haired youth inwardly. He stood straight and easily balanced but oddly tense and his features, though reasonably handsome seemed set in a slight frown. His dark eyes were deepset, hunkered down like sentries in a trench.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Damn them all</span>. This statement did not include the Academy chariot, which was a revelation of sophisticated, elegant travel as far as Alfenn was concerned. He wasn't even really speaking of chariots in general so perhaps his wording had been unfair. The target of his ire was rather a specific line of chariots that made up the majority of the Black cup's fleet, the Sanjour Nightwind. A cutting edge marvel in its heyday the nightwind had been praised for its speed and agility... but never its reliability. In addition all of the black cup's nightwinds were seasoned veterans of a thousand battles and more spare part than original machine at this point. The particular Nightwind responsible for ferrying Alfenn to the nearest stop on the Academy chariot's route had suddenly cut out in the middle of open space.<br/><br/>By the time the pilot had managed to get the machine moving again through equal parts furious swearing and devout prayer Alfenn had spent some twelve hours drifting in space, contemplating reality, playing music with his sonomancy and planning elaborate, fiery revenge on every nightwind in the black cup fleet. Perhaps in the entire universe if anyone outside of the black cups even used the blasted antiques any more.<span style=""font-style: italic"">My first order of business as Grandmaster will be to destroy and replace them, I wonder what model the Academy use?</span>Almost instantly Alfenn had the answer to his own question<span style=""font-style: italic"">An expensive one... second order then, after acquiring vast sums of money</span>Silence pulled Alfenn out of his thoughts as he realised the rather daunting... Cyranis, had left and the guide, Alistar seemed to be awaiting a response, a few of the new recruits milling about had broken off their conversations or inner thoughts to look expectantly towards the newcomers as well. Alfenn's expression, a hard mask throughout his musings, knitted ever so slightly.<br/><br/>""Cortagne,"" he said shortly ""Alfenn Cortagne,"" and, after a moment's thought ""Of the order of the black cup,"" he turned crisply towards the luggage area and was about to deposit his bag when his stomach growled imperiously. Alfenn stiffened and then cleared his throat ""I suppose I could eat,"" he said, as casually as possible."
10529,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=175,2015-01-24T04:42:00,Esternial,"<blockquote><div><cite>Zarkenis Ultima <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23244170#p23244170"">wrote</a>:</cite>Arcander walked through the gardens of the top floor, looking all around for a familiar lilac-haired student who had left for the top floor on her own earlier, during the duels. The aspirant had seen to Mehran's swift recovery and had arranged for his armor to be repaired and checked for any imperfections in the system, and so, he currently found himself looking for Ritz, who he suspected was somewhere among the gardens, trees, statues and fountains of the pristine rooftop.<br/><br/>""Ritz!"" He called now and then in hopes of having her hear his call as he looked for her.<br/><br/>Eventually, he happened to find himself at the edge of the building, looking down at a small balcony nearby, a story or two below, with a tree on it. There, resting peacefully, was the silver-robed young woman he had been searching for, a curious glow surrounding her body.<br/><br/>""Hello there."" He called out to her. ""That's a rather nice spot, isn't it? You're not the first one to take a nap there. Not the last, either, I'm sure."" The white-haired aspirant said pleasantly, before glancing at the stairs that led up to the rooftop. ""Are you hungry? The others are going to come here in a while to grab something to eat, but I decided to go on ahead to see if I could find you. You could have said something instead of simply going missing, you know."" Arcander explained, his voice leaving it clear that he was not scolding her, merely stating a fact.</div></blockquote><br/>With a sluggish reaction speed, Ritz looked up at Arcander, two vacant eyes staring at the aspirant as she woke from her trance. For the first few moments, the young girl seemed more like a sloth than she did a redemit. Some time after Arcander had asked her if she were hungry, she finally gave the aspirant a reply, just as the silence was beginning to grow awkward.<br/><br/>""Yes.""<br/><br/>From anyone else's view it would seem as if Ritz had just taken a nap - which at some point during her meditation she actually did. She even had some drool running down her chin, which she wiped away as soon as she became aware of it, smiling gingerly at the aspirant as she stood up and - instead of taking the stairs - mounted the tree and scaled it to the top, from where she launched herself towards the top floor balcony railing. It was a rather reckless thing to do, but Ritz had her reasons. She hadn't fully come to her senses yet.<br/><br/>With some effort she climbed across the railing, botching that very simple task by falling off as she dismounted, landing on solid ground next to Arcander with a thud. In doing so, she produced a faint ""ow"" that sounded suspiciously endearing, like the whine of a puppy.<br/><br/>Once she got back onto her feet, Ritz looked up at the aspirant with the same dull look on her face as before, one hand softly rubbing the place on her shoulder that first hit the ground.<br/><br/>""I'm sorry.""<br/><br/>For a moment Ritz contemplated adding more to that apology, but she drew a blank. This close the the girl, Arcander wouldn't have to make an active effort not to notice the glow exuding from her body, some of it even seeping into him. Ritz had spent quite some time meditating, so the walking reactor had energy aplenty."
10530,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=175,2015-01-24T18:10:00,Zarkenis Ultima,"""Cortagne?"" The crimson-haired aspirant muttered to herself as she stood off to the side and watched the first of the three new recruits step into her group's common room, introducing himself and dropping off his baggage. The name sounded vaguely familiar to her, as she had on occasion heard about nobility and important figures of Orders allied with the Phantom Blade. As he mentioned the Order he belonged to, the Black Cup, something clicked in Aressa's mind, making her remember. The name Cortagne was the family name of the dynasty that had been at the head of the Order of the Black Cup for a long time, or so she had heard.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Well, this will be amusing.""</span>She thought to herself, thinking of the many nobles that had found their way to her group. Of course, in her capacity as an aspirant and as the guide of a group of recruits in the Silver Hand Academy, she cared very little about their lineage or origin, having no intention of treating anyone any different from the rest, as all of them were equals in her eyes, wearers of the silver robes of initiation, students who expected to and were in turn expected to learn to fight honorably as per the teachings of the Silver Hand Academy and its founders, instructors and directives. This stance, in fact, was shared by the Academy as a whole, as everyone had undoubtedly noticed by now, considering how nobles and non-bluebloods alike were packed together in the same chariots and shipped off to the Academy, placed together in the same groups under the same aspirants<br/><br/>However, his utterance of the name of his Order reminded Aressa of something else. ""Black Cup, you say?"" She asked as she checked a small box that was embedded on the wall, next to the door that led into the common room. After only a moment, she retrieved a small device, quite similar to the one Cyranis had pressed into the chests of the three new recruits to brand them as students of the Silver Hand Academy, though this one had a different shape. It bore not the Silver Hand, but instead the symbol representing the Order of the Black Cup.<br/><br/>""That explains why I got this thing."" She said as she turned around and tossed it at Alfenn. ""Catch."" She told him. ""It's a seal, you can press it onto your left breast if you would like to bear the symbol of your Order on your uniform, since you're not from the Order of the Phantom Blade like most of us."" She explained to him. ""Some foreign students choose to display their symbol. Others don't. That's your choice entirely."" She stated.<br/><hr/><br/><br/>Arcander observed, not without amusement, how the lilac-haired woman below took several moments to finally react to his words, looking up at him with such look that it appeared to him like she had been in a very deep slumber and was only just awakening, her drowsiness causing her to respond rather late, though evidently her rest had done very little to suppress her needs, judging by the positive answer she gave him. He merely continued observing her as, in a strange display of something that he didn't know whether to classify as athleticness of barbarianism, she scaled the tree and jumped from it to the rooftop's railing. He would have clapped at her, but just as he was going to do so, he witnessed how, in stark contrast to her previous deed, she displayed a very amusing ammount of sluggishness as she fell to the ground next to him shoulder-first.<br/><br/>After she had stood up and apologized, the white-haired aspirant simply patted her on the head. ""Oh, you don't have to apologize to me, don't worry. But make sure not to get your robes dirty, or you'll get scolded."" He advised her. ""Now then, we can wait for the others or we can go ahead and get something to eat while we wait for them. I don't really mind either way, so I'll let you choose."" He said, looking around the rooftop only to confirm that indeed, the others had not yet arrived. He supposed that something had kept them and that Aressa was already on her way with the others, though he did wonder what the delay was. Perhaps some late arrivals had suddenly integrated into their group?<br/><br/>Yeah right.<br/><br/>""By the way, that's a very interesting... Glow."" He said, pausing for a moment to see if he could make the sentence sound a bit less droll and failing at it. ""I assume its nature is magical?"" He asked, looking down and noticing how it seemed to be flowing into him. A most curious thing indeed. He waved a hand in front of her, noticing how its proximity to the glowing aura caused him to feel a warmth enveloping his hand."
10531,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=175,2015-01-25T03:24:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Zarkenis Ultima <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23244170#p23244170"">wrote</a>:</cite>""...So that's all I wanted to say. Congratulations on your duels, everybody."" Aressa told the recruits as they all sat calmly in the tranquility of their common room. She no longer bore the golden robes of the aspirants and the pristine white uniform of the students, instead clad in a simple white shirt and a pair of black pants, having taken a moment to change upon arriving to the dorm after leaving the stadium. Her crimson hair was tied up into a ponytail and she had visibly relaxed after the solemnity of the welcoming ceremony and the accident that occured during the duels.<br/><br/>""Now, you're all free to change into something else if you wish, but bear in mind that, starting tomorrow, you'll only be allowed to wear civilian clothes while in the student floors or during certain holidays."" She said, before hearing a light knock on the door. And as she moved to open it, she found herself face to face with the black-robed woman with the scar over her eye.<br/><br/>""I see you've gotten along remarkably well with your charges, Alistar."" The woman said, quite aware of and in fact amused by the sheer surprise displayed by Aressa's face at suddenly finding one of the instructors of the Academy in front of her door.<br/><br/>""A-ah... Miss Cyranis. What can I do for you?"" The surprised aspirant asked.<br/><br/>""Oh, nothing much. Just show these late arrivals around, they'll be part of your group from now on."" The instructor stated, motioning towards the three students that stood behind her, before patting Aressa on the shoulder. ""Now then, I'll be leaving. Have a nice day."" She smiled at the students, and departed.<br/><br/>Left behind with the three new arrivals, Aressa looked at Cyranis leave for a few moments before turning her attention to the three students in front of her. ""Well, I suppose lunch will have to wait a bit. Come inside."" She said, stepping aside to allow them entrance to the common room. ""My name is Aressa Alistar, and I will be one of your guides. The other one, Arcander, is currently with some other students."" The aspirant said. ""You may want to introduce yourselves or leave your things here so that you won't have to carry them everywhere. You're also free to change into more comfortable clothes, we have permission to walk around the school in civilian wear for today."" She explained. ""We were just about to head to the top floor to get something to eat, in case any of you is hungry.""</div></blockquote><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Zarkenis Ultima <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23256259#p23256259"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Cortagne?"" The crimson-haired aspirant muttered to herself as she stood off to the side and watched the first of the three new recruits step into her group's common room, introducing himself and dropping off his baggage. The name sounded vaguely familiar to her, as she had on occasion heard about nobility and important figures of Orders allied with the Phantom Blade. As he mentioned the Order he belonged to, the Black Cup, something clicked in Aressa's mind, making her remember. The name Cortagne was the family name of the dynasty that had been at the head of the Order of the Black Cup for a long time, or so she had heard.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Well, this will be amusing.""</span> She thought to herself, thinking of the many nobles that had found their way to her group. Of course, in her capacity as an aspirant and as the guide of a group of recruits in the Silver Hand Academy, she cared very little about their lineage or origin, having no intention of treating anyone any different from the rest, as all of them were equals in her eyes, wearers of the silver robes of initiation, students who expected to and were in turn expected to learn to fight honorably as per the teachings of the Silver Hand Academy and its founders, instructors and directives. This stance, in fact, was shared by the Academy as a whole, as everyone had undoubtedly noticed by now, considering how nobles and non-bluebloods alike were packed together in the same chariots and shipped off to the Academy, placed together in the same groups under the same aspirants<br/><br/>However, his utterance of the name of his Order reminded Aressa of something else. ""Black Cup, you say?"" She asked as she checked a small box that was embedded on the wall, next to the door that led into the common room. After only a moment, she retrieved a small device, quite similar to the one Cyranis had pressed into the chests of the three new recruits to brand them as students of the Silver Hand Academy, though this one had a different shape. It bore not the Silver Hand, but instead the symbol representing the Order of the Black Cup.<br/><br/>""That explains why I got this thing."" She said as she turned around and tossed it at Alfenn. ""Catch."" She told him. ""It's a seal, you can press it onto your left breast if you would like to bear the symbol of your Order on your uniform, since you're not from the Order of the Phantom Blade like most of us."" She explained to him. ""Some foreign students choose to display their symbol. Others don't. That's your choice entirely."" She stated.<br/></div></blockquote><br/>Jonran remained silent for the time being. Having been silent this entire time, even during the chariot ride. At the moment, he was not in the best of moods. Not only was he packed in an enclosed space with others he didn't know for a considerable amount of time, but there was the mounting paranoid tension that came with his situation. He had no idea who to trust. His sister had nearly been killed by an assassin, one which could be around any corner, which could be any one of these students. Not only that, but Jon had begun to put two and two together. The people who would most stand to gain from Jyn's death were the Ayendor siblings themselves, Alris, Vyna and Himself, though he would never conceive of hurting his sister. Which left the other two of his ""dear"" siblings as potential culprits.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">A disturbing thought indeed...</span>he noted. His eyes trailing over the other recruits. Until he saw his sister. His eyes widened as he saw his sibling, a slight smile on his previously grim face.<br/><br/>""Jyn? Is that you?"" He said, smiling. A somewhat stupid question, but The girl seemed to respond, her eyes lighting up as she noticed her brother.<br/><br/>""Jon!"" She rushed up to him, embracing her brother in a warm if overzealous bear hug. The much shorter brother grunting slightly as he was lifted off the ground and his body crushed. The infamous Jyn hug was no less tight than he remembered.<br/><br/>""Jyn... Sister... Please... Your hurting me..."" He protested, Jyn suddenly realizing this and letting go of her brother.<br/><br/>""Oh, right. Sorry brother."" She replied, blushing red as she realized she might have overdone it a bit.<br/><br/>""It's okay..."" There was a slight pause as he regained his bearings. ""So you're here too...""<br/><br/>""Yup."" Jyn replied. ""Vyn's here as well, though she's just getting changed at the moment."" The sister having gone as soon as the newcomers arrived, eager to make sure there was no blood on her clothes when she met them."
10532,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=175,2015-01-25T08:27:00,Atlannia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Zarkenis Ultima <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23256259#p23256259"">wrote</a>:</cite>""That explains why I got this thing."" She said as she turned around and tossed it at Alfenn. ""Catch."" She told him. ""It's a seal, you can press it onto your left breast if you would like to bear the symbol of your Order on your uniform, since you're not from the Order of the Phantom Blade like most of us."" She explained to him. ""Some foreign students choose to display their symbol. Others don't. That's your choice entirely."" She stated.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Alfenn caught the thrown seal easily and then stepped back to avoid a blonde haired girl as she barrelled towards the one of the boy's that had he had shared the academy's chariot with. Out of the corner of one eye Alfenn watched the previously brooding boy crack a smile with bemusement and a twinge of irritation.<span style=""font-style: italic"">If you could snap out of your foul mood so easily why didn't you do it before I had to share a long journey with you?</span>he wondered silently. Then again he himself had been in a foul mood during the trip, the atmosphere had been... a little tense to say the least.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Maybe if my sister was here to hug me when I arrived I'd cheer up to.</span>Alfenn reasoned<span style=""font-style: italic"">Or his sister</span>he added and fought successfully to keep a wry smile from forming on his face. To distract himself he turned his attention back to the seal. It was, as he was beginning to suspect everything in this Academy was, well made and sleek, the Black Cup emblem imprinted into it was a perfect rendition, down to the jagged edges and fang-like handles of the cup itself. This time a smile did flicker across his face and he pressed the seal into his uniform, next to the Phantom Blade emblem that had been placed there earlier.<br/><br/>""Hardly a choice for some of us,"" he said softly, before tossing the seal back."
10533,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=175,2015-01-27T13:31:00,Sil Arion,"<span style=""font-style: italic"">Oh Lord.</span>He looked high up at the clear ceiling, reveling in the ache of his body.<span style=""font-style: italic"">What a wonderful fight.</span>But he was burned out now. Standing was – difficult. The sensation was drifting over his body, a faintness spreading in his limbs as he stood beside her, his beloved, hand in hand. Only her warmth and smile kept him on two feet, the focus of his mind as he fought the urge to fall. He almost didn’t notice a girl stride up to them, barely hearing her words as his vision faded in and out.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Star and stones, I pushed too hard.</span>Her hand reached to his in a shake, and he took it.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">This girl.</span>A surge of life energy poured into him. More energy than he’d expended in their battle. More energy than he could gather in a month’s time. So much. And for a brief moment as their hands touched, he saw her.<span style=""font-style: italic"">This girl.</span>Her core shone like a star, little motes of light from around the arena flying to her, concentrating within her body and flowing up her arm into him, and he bled it into his gems, and they filled with more energy than he’d ever had at any times past. He felt so strong, awake and alive, the warmth coursing through him like rushing water. Then it was over.<br/><br/>And she was gone.<span style=""font-style: italic"">How can I repay this gift?</span>He didn’t even know her name. Hopefully Arcander could tell him. All he knew was her face and that mischievous but friendly smile - he needed to thank her for something so priceless.<br/><br/>Then Aressa and Arcander were next to them, the former’s arms around him and Ellyn. So caught in his thoughts and shock of that gift, he barely responded, nodding at Aress’s pleading comment.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Focus.</span>A rising tide of gasps in the audience, fingers pointing and exclaimed words directed down towards the dueling circles. He caught the stares and followed them, and saw another boy, skewered on an energy sword. Swiftly, medics appeared an Arcander and Aressa left them. As minutes passed by, he caught glimpses of other duels, but focusing his attention on the members of his new family. Filing away in his mind images and memories of the battles, and the tactics and skills they brought to bear on their opponents. Knowing one’s team members was critical to forming battle plans, after all. A sound behind him, and Aris turned.<br/><br/>Then a young man, shroud in bloodred approached him.<span style=""font-style: italic"">An upperclassmen.</span>Or rather, approached Ellyn, placing a hand on her shoulder. He felt an urge to interfere, but calmed himself quickly. Ellyn could most certainly take care of herself. And he would not judge.<span style=""font-style: italic"">But what is he doing?</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Oh.</span>A rather nice fellow, despite his rough appearance.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Big friendly giant, now?</span><br/><br/>Aris listened intently as the big man spoke.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Ellyn is a smith!</span>And her father a famed one at that! He had not expected that, but it made sense in retrospect – how well her weapons fit her form, and how lovely they looked – she was truly amazing. But she was too kind. He did not win, only just managed to skate by with his little trick at the end. Though. As her words washed over him, a tingling sensation settled in his heart. She had praised him.<br/><br/>He was growing to rather like this senior. The man, Taro, was earnest and honest, of good character. And honor, and believed in much the same as he did. Could he become as him here? Hopefully.<br/><br/>And perhaps he could accompany her. He was curious about smithing now, forging one’s own armor and weapons. Perhaps he could learn himself from her and Taro. He glanced at her as he followed the last bits of the conversation.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Her smile is beautiful right now.</span><br/><br/>The man left, and they were alone at the stands above the arena. She turned to him, meeting his gaze. The din of yelling viewers and clashing foes was becoming too loud as several duels drew to their end, so he gestured to the nearest door with his free hand. She nodded slightly, and they walked up the stairs.<br/><br/>She had unsummoned her armor, as he did when they stepped through the door. A quick and quiet trip to their dorm had them both clean of sweat with a much-needed shower. Of course, he had been a gentlemen and waited for her once he finished dressing himself – an athletic shirt in the same white as his hair, embroidered in golden thread on the elbow-length sleeves and a zipper down from neck to sternum with a popped-up collar, which he left undone. A red shirt beneath, v-shaped neck, matching his eyes. Knee-length shorts in a warm tan color and leather sandals on his feet. His circlet sat on his brow, earrings and necklace not forgotten. A favored outfit of his. One he’d long worn around family. And now he wore it for someone new.<br/><br/>And he most certainly did<span style=""font-style: italic"">not</span>peek on her. His sisters had taught him well – and his fear of Headmistress Ion’s wrath kept him well in line!<span style=""font-style: italic"">Though…</span>Then a whispered<span style=""font-style: italic"">shush</span>, signaled the girls’ bathroom door opening, and he turned from his thoughts. And lost himself in her beauty. Her hair, so long and fine, beautiful as a woven sheaf of sunshine and starlight, glistening from its dampness and barely held back by a silvery headband, matching bracelets about her wrists.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Perhaps I should ask later if I might braid it for her?</span>But then he was lost again as he gazed at her. A slender yellow sundress embroidered in silvery threads, interwoven in flowery motifs, a clothen belt about her waist that matched her eyes. White leggings extended to midcalf, her dainty feet clad in high-topped sandals. She smiled at him, so lovely and bright and proud, and he took her hand in his own as they left the way they came, passing by a group of new students entering their hall, led by an instructor. Who were headed straight for their dorm room.<span style=""font-style: italic"">More family?</span>That would fantastic.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Perhaps I can cook us all a meal later tonight!</span>They hadn’t been given much time so far to socialize and get to know everyone. And he wanted to show her his own special talents, maybe teach her if she wanted.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Yes. Tonight sounds like a good idea.</span><br/><br/>Words felt a little beyond him at the moment, so he walked in silence. Hopefully his smile said enough.<br/><br/>He felt – refreshed, as his hair dried in the air as they walked the halls upwards, together. The quiet was peaceful, though perhaps slightly awkward too.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Should I say something?</span>He wasn’t all too trusting of his tongue at the moment. Yes. He<span style=""font-style: italic"">had</span>confessed. And gladly done. But he worried.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Is she uncomfortable?</span>A glance at her told him otherwise. She had a light smile on her face, her gaze serene and golden, and gait so filled with grace. No. The welcome warmth of her hand in his agreed with that, her skin so smooth and soft despite her training, fine-boned but strong fingers entwined with his own.<br/><br/>After all.<span style=""font-style: italic"">I am hers, now and forever more.</span>He felt his lips pull up at that thought. It was rather wonderful.<br/><br/>They emerged on the roof promenade after some minutes, following the flow of students up and up. The doors opened and he had to cover his eyes briefly, the light so strong. The white marble stones glistening in the sunlight, veins of silver and gold sparkling within as they strode across them; wide and stretching far out to either side, filled with fountains, small gardens, arranged tables and chairs beside nicely trimmed bushes and flowerbeds in a rainbow of colours he gazed at in awe. Hundreds of first-year students gathered in groups, many now in civilian clothes, led by their seniors, parties of upperclassmen wandering amongst them all. He spotted Arcander walking tere, speaking with lilac-haired girl. Sounds of laughter and cheer filled the air, the clinking of silverware on plates and song of little birds drifting about as everyone partook in a midday meal as the duels drew to a close below. It was bright, and so very beautiful. He led her to the railing, overlooking the sea and a balcony not far below, from which a great tree sprung.<span style=""font-style: italic"">And it was time to be bold.</span><br/><br/>“May we speak in privacy,<span style=""font-style: italic"">kyria mou</span>?” He spoke softly, trying not to betray his nervousness. He bit at his lip slightly, but then she nodded. And that smile of hers. Like the sun and stars, her hair a halo as the strands blew in the sea breeze. Then he took both her hands and launched off the ground in small flash of light. She flowed with him, in almost perfect synchronization as they spun and twirled, almost dancing in the aired as they arced up, then down again. They landed softly on the topmost bough of the great tree, nestled just out of sight, the din from the thousands above fading in the background.<br/><br/>Slivers of sunshine poked through the emerald leaves, illuminating her face in their warm glow. Her eyes fell on his, and then.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Focus.</span><br/>He gaze flickered down to her hands as he ran his finger over them, closing his eyes, and centered himself. Hearing the rustle of leaves, smelling the salty the sea breeze, the warmth of her hands and about her the silver bands. A deep breath. And then he sang. That truth in his heart.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">You are my sun, my moon,<br/>You’re my words, you’re my tune;<br/>By the stars I seek your glory,<br/>The red roses I see create a story;<br/>The petals of divine grace,<br/>I am caught in your embrace;<br/>My earth, my sky, my sea,<br/>You are everything to me;<br/>You’re my light in the darkness,<br/>You’re peace and happiness;<br/>My hope, my forever love!</span><br/><br/>The last note he held softly, letting it trail off his tongue til its sound was lost to the wind and waves below. As it rang still, he reached a hand behind his back, and pulled forth a rose, red as blood and the sky above. Fresh, for he just picked it as they walked. Dethorned already too. He had sneaky hands, after all. He leaned forward, nearly til their faces touched, barely a handbreadth apart, fingers flowing in her hair til he had braided her a crown of golden locks beneath her headband, the rose resting atop it.<br/><br/>Then looked down and met her gaze. Shining. Filled with emotion.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Ellyn.</span>And he didn’t know what to do when the first tear fell."
10534,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=175,2015-01-27T15:01:00,The Starlight,"<blockquote><div><cite>Sil Arion <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23291590#p23291590"">wrote</a>:</cite>-majestical snip-</div></blockquote><br/><br/>She smiled shyly as she stepped out of the bathroom, after a refreshing shower. She had not realized how much sweat she had acquired in that glorious dance with Aris. As he stared, she did the same, looking at her sandals and wondering if she looked alright, before she looked into Aris' eyes and saw that she looked completely fine. She really needed to paint all of her ideas, for her mind was overflowing with ideas, and she simply had to put them to paper before they stole away, like the name of the wind.<br/><br/>She grasped his hand lightly, feeling and marveling as their hands fit perfectly together. She couldn't help but glance at his profile as they walked, her light, high-topped sandals hitting the ground as his own did. His white hair shimmered with the very stars, gleaming brightly and proudly. And though it was white, it was not the white that one associates with age and wisdom, but rather, a proud, beautiful youth, still in his glory days, blazing brightly for all the universe to see. But it was hers, hers alone, just like she was his, for all of space and time. Truly, they were<span style=""font-style: italic"">children of infinity.</span><br/><br/>On the roof promenade, they both stepped lightly up, Ellyn taking joy in the merriness of all in attendance. This, was her home now, and its joy and glory were an imperishable, unquenchable flame, dancing around the wood, flickering, swaying, never ceasing, never dying. She followed Aris, as he led her to the railing, from which another scene worthy of painting presented itself. The blue and white sea, gentle and calm, the tides lapping slowly and quietly against the rocks and sands, in its own, beautiful dance.<br/><br/>She nodded as Aris spoke softly, listening to the roll of his tongue and his beautiful, elegant language, which she promised to learn.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Perhaps he could teach her,</span>she thought, before her thoughts were interrupted. No, not interrupted but simply put in the back seat, as something else took the forefront.<br/><br/>Into the sky they went, twirling, spinning, dancing, seeming to touch the sky. She was the sun, and he was the moon, and they belonged together. Flashes of yellow, white and silver were all that she could see, but it was glory, their majestic dance.<span style=""font-style: italic"">So this is how it felt to fly. Underneath a clear sky, cutting and swirling through the winds, with a view of hundreds of miles, as the wind called to them, dancing its own dance, begging them, pleading them, to call its name, to summon the wind to themselves. The Redemit belonged in the sky, it had called to them, and they had answered, now living in floating planets.</span><br/><br/>But it was over all to quickly, as the new couple landed on the highest limb of the great tree. Her eyes blazed as Aris sang once more, of his love for her. And then, she cried, not out of sorrow, but of joys, the dams of her eyes loosing all of her love as droplets of joy strode down the contours of her face.<br/><br/>She looked down, into his smooth hands at the red rose which he held, the color of death's wine. Ellyn took in a small breath as he leaned closer, his fingers running through her hair like veins of silver in gold as he braided her a crown of hair, sliding in the rose smoothly. Their gazes met once more, and words of radiance, unbidden, rose to her tongue as she spoke in a whisper,<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">His figure is proud and his eyes bright,<br/>They glow with an amber light,<br/>His blade is sharp and his spells strong<br/>And his fair mouth, in eternal song.<br/>His smooth hands, dancing as he sings of love and beauty and light.<br/>How can I express my emotion ere night comes?<br/>Of the one who hums,<br/>My love, <br/>My Aris.</span><br/><br/>And her hand rose, to touch his soft cheek gently as she smiled once more, her eyes glistening with tears of love."
10535,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=175,2015-01-27T18:11:00,Sil Arion,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Starlight <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23292821#p23292821"">wrote</a>:</cite>-lovely snip-</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Her voice. It was<span style=""font-style: italic"">wondrous</span>.<span style=""font-style: italic"">How is she not a singer?</span>Untrained as he knew her to be, and inexperienced, her voice was pure and perfect. Her emotions filling the words with clear purpose, and spoke truly from her heart. Not many singers as one might believe could manage such a feat so easily. And how wonderful they would sound in harmony! Perhaps he could persuade her to join the orchestra and choir of the Academy. And perhaps the dancing club as well! Her form was lovely to behold, as the battle proved so well. He would train with her, certainly. Every chance he could be with her.<br/><br/>Then she spoke his name, a bare whisper upon the wind reaching his ears.<span style=""font-style: italic"">She said my name.</span>A wellspring churned up in him and he bathed in her radiance beneath the leaves and sun as he gazed into her tearful eyes, reaching out a finger to wipe away a tear. Her smile was so bright, so beautiful.<br/><br/>The warmth of her hand on his cheek –<span style=""font-style: italic"">so soft</span>– lit a fire in his heart.<br/><br/>“Kiss me,” she commanded. Til he met her, he knew not truly what devotion was.<br/><br/>Aris’ arms, lithe and strong, encircled her hips as they touched, drawing her to his chest as he looked down into her eyes, shining like twin suns. Their lips but a hairsbreadth away.<br/><br/>“As you wish,” he replied, voice warm and low. And his last sight was of her beautiful, blushing face.<br/><br/>And then their lips met for the second time in as many hours, softly, slowly. And her lips were as her voice.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Pure and perfect.</span>Her free hair flowed over his face as they shifted on the tree boughs, the scent of vanilla and sweet fruit filling his nostrils as they kissed, chaste but with great passion, her hot breath in his mouth, tasting of lemon and honey. A thought flittered across his mind.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Perhaps she had tea as she dressed</span>. But then it was gone, for it mattered little. Not when she was with him now, no need to see beyond his beloved whom he held so close, relishing in the softness of her chest on his own, the sleek fabric of her sundress and the smooth feel of her fair skin as his hands roamed her back, and her own mussing his hair in this secret place beneath the crimson skies. Many minutes passed by as they lay on a bed of leaves upon the bough, immersed in their embrace as the sun filtered in from high above.<br/><br/>And it was amazing. Better than any song or book could tell. Of romance and this feeling. Of life and love.<br/><br/>He did not know how much time had passed as he gazed up through the leaves at the few clouds barely visible overhead, but eventually they just lay there, eyes closed, Ellyn resting peacefully in his arms as they basked in the peace, the talk and laughter above so quiet here. Only the wind saying its name to the leaves. Her head nestled into his neck, her hands and fingers drawing little designs on his chest, tracing the scars on his arms, and Aris focusing on that feeling – of her and her love for him. And his for her. “I love you, Ellyn.” It felt right to say that again. And good.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Blessed are we by Aradain to have this gift. Thank you, O Lord.</span><br/><br/>He brushed a hand down her arm, humming a sweet song he knew from his youngest years. Short, and easy to learn. A song of secret gardens and twilight, and moments when lovely memories are made between sun and moon as the stars come alight. His other hand rubbed her back, little flashing of energy and heat pushing out from his fingers and palm with each moment, easing the aches that surely persisted, massaging her muscles as they lay there, caressing her as wind does a flower. She hummed along with him after a few rounds, and their harmony<span style=""font-style: italic"">was</span>beautiful. He had to teach her. To hear more of her heart-songs and see that same smile.<br/>She was the sun to his moon.<span style=""font-style: italic"">A match made in heaven.</span>It was delightful – he was tickled pink.<br/><br/>Then he had a mischievous thought, and a sly grin crossed his peaceful face. His arms moved position, hands and fingers ready. Then he attacked. Sudden and swift, his fingers darted into her sides. She put up admirable resisting, and he saw her battle his efforts, trying to keep the lips held together as she failed to bat away his arms. He was too quick, and soon her laughter filled the air as he shifted targets to her midriff and neck as she rolled in his arms, a wide smile on both their faces. He joined her as she counterattacked and they were wrestling again as hours before. Soon they were both out of breath, chests rising and falling in rhythm as they lay again on the leaves, wide smiles on their faces as he looked over at her, then up again. Her fingers intertwined with his and he knew it then.<span style=""font-style: italic"">How perfect this moment is.</span>He had an idea.<br/><br/>She followed his motion as he sat up slowly, a slight questioning look on her beautiful face, but her smile still in place. Crossing his legs, he took her hands again in his own, the spoke. It was time to be wholly honest. And answer any questions she had for him.<br/><br/>“I… never fully introduced myself to you,<span style=""font-style: italic"">agápi mou</span>, Ellyn. My name is Aristos Nike Akaion. To me, names are a special thing. Sacred even. Gifts given to be cherished by the recipient.” He licked his lips, unsure what next to say. How to share with her, with<span style=""font-style: italic"">Ellyn</span>, who he was, and how he came to be. It wouldn’t be easy, dredging up those memories, but. He wanted to tell her. For he was hers now.<span style=""font-style: italic"">And forevermore.</span><br/><br/>“My first name was<span style=""font-style: italic"">Nike</span>, meaning<span style=""font-style: italic"">victory</span>in the tongue of my homeworld, Akaea. It was a name given to me by Old Mother Gaea who looked after us orphans in the undercity, for how I always sought and achieved victory no matter my pursuits, never losing hope. Especially when I overcame the Dragon Blight, which had killed so many others. Next.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Aristos</span>, meaning<span style=""font-style: italic"">best.</span>While I was neither oldest or youngest of us, I became a – leader in our family. And that I proved rather – good – at fighting and surviving in the darkness of the lower levels, so big sister Hellen called me that – and since no one ever beat me. She gave me the name I go by;<span style=""font-style: italic"">Aris</span>.” His vision blurred slightly, and he felt something on his cheek. A wet warmth - a tear.<span style=""font-style: italic"">It hurts.</span>Remembering her. Big sister Hellen. How she suffered and died that lightless day with so many others of his family to those monsters in skins of men.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Focus.</span>A deep breath. “Finally,<span style=""font-style: italic"">Akaion. Son of Kaios.</span>Gifted to me by Headmistress Ion herself at Cathedral Delphi on Akaea. I became something a surrogate grandson to her after I came to live there, and chosen to be trained as a warrior. I remember the Blue Knight, Ante di lu Vian, also called me by that name when he spoke to me for the last time.” He felt a measure of pride at that, not quite as saddened by his siblings’ memories. The Blue Knight was a most worthy warrior, a True Knight descended of Aradain in wisdom and goodness – and a grandfather he never had before, part of his family. And he was proud to have learned under him.<br/><br/>But what else to say?<span style=""font-style: italic"">How to begin?</span>He was grasping at grass here, trying to open up to her. Then her felt again her hands on his face, tipping up his chin so he looked into her eyes. Shining. Filled with understanding and knowing. Relief flowed though him.<br/><br/>Perhaps he didn’t have to share everything at that moment. Because.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Ellyn, you are amazing.</span>"
10536,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=175,2015-01-27T19:14:00,The Starlight,"<blockquote><div><cite>Sil Arion <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23295497#p23295497"">wrote</a>:</cite>-epic snip-</div></blockquote><br/><br/>She had commanded him, and he obeyed. His mouth<span style=""font-style: italic"">woke a fire</span>* within the embers of her heart, setting them ablaze ere they had cooled. They were perfect for each other, Ellyn thought as she kissed Aris, the sun and the moon, together once more. What else could this be both destiny? There were so many little thing that could have prevented them from ever meeting, but they had, and that was all that matter.<br/><br/>She ran her hands through his shimmering, white hair as their lips stayed together. She didn't want to leave his embrace. This was love, the blazing fire within one's very soul, to soar in the clouds, unstoppable, a never ending, never ceasing joy and passion and glory. This, was love. ""And I you, Aris."" she replied, smiling as her hands traced the silvery scars on his arms, painting upon his chest, imprinting her eternal love for him.<br/><br/>She hummed as Aris massaged her, and she grasped his hand, sending her sparkling green healing magic twinkling into him, healing his own hurts and aches, if he had any left.<br/><br/>And then, the attack. She was helpless, and glad of it, and they laughed together, of joy and happiness, as they gazed at each other, taking their hands again.<br/><br/>She listened intently as Aris shared the meaning of his name. She remembered the scars that she had traced upon his arms, and considered asking about them, but they were of a painful time, she was sure, and she was determined to let nothing cease the joy of this moment. But<span style=""font-style: italic"">great men are forged in fire.**</span>, and Aristos was mighty indeed.<br/><br/>They met eyes again, Ellyn lifting his chin, and then speaking, ""Aristos Nike Akaion. A beautiful name, and it is mine, all mine. And mine is yours, only yours. It is time for me to share, I suppose. Ellyn Tarembor, as you know, is my name.<span style=""font-style: italic"">El,</span>first.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Lyn,</span>dawn. Ellyn, first dawn. Tarembor. It means, blazing light. My father, Teleren Tarembor, as you heard, is a forger. Not only of armor and weapons, but of tools and toys, for the time when blades are no longer needed in this universe, but I fear that will be a long time in coming. My mother, Windelas Tarembor, is a painter, who taught me how to paint herself. People come from miles, from worlds, to buy the things that my father makes with his hands and marvel and buy what my mother paints. But they always assess the character and heart of their buyers, in my father's case, to make sure that they will use his weapons for good, to defend the weak. For my mother, to see if they will truly appreciate it. So I suppose, the Tarembors are a people who are skilled with their hands.<br/><br/>*Cookie for anyone who gets that one!<br/>** Or that one!"
10537,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=175,2015-01-27T22:16:00,The Unites State-Of-Minds,"<span style=""font-style: italic"">A Tie! Wurms Bones, of all things a Tie! Not a scub as such he could claim his new time to be, never counting the instructors. Never a chance he to them before anyway, Not as bigger pot then he was never one to grant hope.</span><br/><br/>Arogisl held his tongue for fear of an unfiltered thought escaping his lips. The years of intensive drilling at the hands of the family had removed the peculiarities of his speech from general mention, yet all knew that the habits learned in youth would never truly fade, and ever still in times of duress he needed to watch himself for hasty returns to the guttural speech he first spoke. Thus, he again found himself relapsing into the stoic silence that seemingly defined his nature.<br/><br/>His irritation with the indecisive results of the battle aside, he thought it a good fight. As a matter of fact, he wanted little more at the moment but to don a freshly powered set of armor and jump back into that stadium and resume the fight to conclude the draw. To face that fire tossing warrior once again, this time forgoing the game of blades and turning the stone of the battleground into a writhing mass intent upon constricting whatever opposed him. He relished the thought for a moment, indulging in nursing the slight blow to his pride before forcing himself to acknowledge the folly of such thought. Even if he were allowed the casting time to accomplish such a feat, it would drain him in but minutes, less time then would be necessary to ensure victory. The surge of mental energy faded as he mused over the conclusion to the battle. She had responded rather well by the end, acknowledging him as at the least competent enough to face her. A prideful response, but he felt no animosity towards her for it as it appeared a well earned pride.<br/><br/>He needed something to distract himself, anything to remove his mind from its current course. Looking about, he realized that in his musings he had been led to the commons along with his fellow students. In fact....there seemed a few more heads then he recalled.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Nevermind that, focus.</span>Distracted by his observations, he could think of little to distract himself then simple recitation. Picking a seat by a window, he quietly muttered the same incantation as he had at the beginning of his duel, muffling his voice, but not muting it. Beginning with the simplest of incantations, he worked his way through the uncountable variations in command, careful not to exert any energy into the spells. Content with his recollections, he turned up the palm of his hand, and finally putting energy into the words, spoke a new incantation. He felt a slight tingle as a brilliant blue liquid seemed to condense within his palm, forming a one centimeter sphere as he continued his incantations before proceeding to dance and morph about his upturned hand."
10538,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=200,2015-01-29T00:44:00,Wolfenium,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Flashback""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Village, Muramasa<br/>Seven Years Ago</span></span><br/><br/>Muramasa, a Cathedral locked between fire and ice. A frozen, mountainous wasteland perpetually covered in winter and dark ash skies, its inhospitable nature was matched by its violent, destructive eruptions, giving the planet its foreboding name by Kusanagi colonists. Barely a few outposts in the polar regions remnants of the failed colonial projects made by various Orders in the past, were all that remained in the vast, greyscale landscape. But for those who could endure its vicious conditions, it remained home, for better or worse. Of recent years, its scattered inhabitants had made a living off scavenging from the ruins and old wreckage. Many were from the insurgency left behind by Dragon Host and their opposing knight-errants, damaged chariots and Pegasii as well as equipment looted off the corpses of the dead. Some date back further to the colonization, though most of what was left were but ancient ruins of stone and brick. It was a difficult life to travel out into the toxic landscape outside, but few had any choice if they wished to survive. <br/><br/>Seated along the sides of a valley, one such village stood as the periphery of human civilization. Small huts, built from scrap and stone, held flimsily against the trickling snow above. Caves dug along the wall of the mountain concealed precious food stores from foraging, trade and mushroom cultivation, all that the villagers could hope to survive on in the absence of better farming tools and conditions. Larger smithies cluster around the shanty towns where blacksmiths process and recycled the salvage material for sale or personal use. In all, it was a harsh existence which few could follow, one that had been virtually forgotten by the distant, core Cathedrals of Aradain.<br/><br/>Huddled along the muddy road, a young, dark-haired girl in nothing more than a greying cloak silently faced towards the distant chasms across the valley. Haggard, pale and drained of life, the girl appeared unresponsive as passers-by nervously rushed past in front of her. Few shared whispers among themselves as furtive gazes tear away at the slightest instance of her notice. Her dull eyes locked into the distance, she appeared still as stone, staring into an endless abyss with no end in her sights.<br/><br/>""A remarkable sight,"" a voice calmly mused in amazement in front of her, ""that such a desolate borderland would still yield such fine talent.""<br/><br/>Raising her eyes a bit, the messy girl focused her eyes a pair of strangers standing before her, a man and a woman. They look nothing like the emaciated, monochrome residents of the village, as their brightly coloured robes and healthy skin contrasted with the grim atmosphere around them. It was not that hard to tell that they were off-worlders, especially the <a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i.imgur.com/WfpVaC7.png"" rel=""nofollow"">dark-skinned woman in the egg-coloured sundress, her equally raven hair wrapped in a pair of buns</a>. But it was the man that proved the most striking, a <a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i.imgur.com/a4Eh7QK.png"" rel=""nofollow"">blonde titan sporting a pair of dark shades</a>. Dressed in a bright crimson vest and pants over a white inner shirt and boots, with a sheathed shamshir by his side, he appeared composed and proud for the onlookers who passed him.<br/><br/>""Get lost,"" the girl uttered in a sulk at the couple, ""I'm not interested in any orders.""<br/><br/>""Oh,"" questioned the knight with intrigue, ""I never even asked and you've already took it that we're recruiting. This must not be your first time.""<br/><br/>Narrowing her eyes a bit, the grime-covered child grunted, ""strangers don't normally come to a place like this. Those that do aren't interested in anything else.""<br/><br/>""That's not an incorrect assessment,"" the knight admitted, his cool baritone a hallmark of his character, ""the only Redemit that ever comes to such remote lands are those branded by the dragons and those that hunt them. Strictly speaking, we fall into the latter catagory, but we are not here to claim heads. Or at least, <span style=""font-style: italic"">she</span> isn't.""<br/><br/>His gaze shifting at his partner, he made his referral quite clear to the Muramasa-jin. While the dark-skinned woman was herself armed with an ivory trident, she did not look the part of a knight-errand at all. As she stepped forward to face the raven-haired girl, she quietly squatted down to meet her eye to eye. Her teal irises clear as day, she appeared keen to survey the child, a discomforting sight for the latter despite the woman's gentle features.<br/><br/>""I'm a scholar,"" she spoke to the child as the latter tried to avoid her gaze, ""I can tell you have a great power in you. But you are clearly troubled by matters of the heart. Care to share it with us-""<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-weight: bold"">I don't need your help,</span>"" yelled the angered child, putting up a fit as she stood up in frustration. Gritting her teeth, she took a while to realize her own burning temper as she tried to get a hold of herself. Looking away in relent, she spoke solemn, ""sorry... It's just that I don't like it when people keep probing at me. I don't have a family; and I don't have a home. My power scares the villagers here. I can't stand it...""<br/><br/>""Is it because they called you a 'dragon spawn',"" the blonde went smugly, his arms crossed as he leaned on the wall in front of her. Agitated, she shot back again, ""<span style=""font-weight: bold"">who asked you! What do you know about me!</span>""<br/><br/>""Mâykel, stop intimidating the girl,"" the woman defended her, looking quite concerned as she stood as well.<br/><br/>""I'm helping her confront her fears, Yasa,"" her partner stated calmly, ""she needs to learn that people's opinions are theirs to air, not her's to accept. If she keeps getting defensive over it-""<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-weight: bold"">I'm not being defensive,</span>"" the girl shouted, her temper raging as she waved off his verbal attacks, ""<span style=""font-weight: bold"">what do you want from me, you jerkass!? Who gave you the right to probe into my business!?</span>""<br/><br/>Shifting off the wall as he dropped his hands, the man slowly stepped forward to face her, a dominating air around him. His eyes glaring right at her through his shades, he proclaimed insistently, ""when my wife sees justice to be done, it becomes my business. When I see something out of line, it become my business. When I see one of great potential wasting her life in this dump, it becomes my business. If you're not happy with that, then fight me. I'll shut up if you can beat me.""<br/><br/>""Mâykel, stop it,"" Yasa tried to persuade. But as he held his shamshir up in front of her, he stated with conviction, ""let me handle this. Don't worry, I won't leave anything too serious for you to heal.""<br/><br/>""You're not going to use your weapon,"" hissed the girl angrily, ""are you looking down on me?""<br/><br/>Smirking under his shades as his partner took his blade, he responded coolly, ""far from it. I just thought I level the field. After all, you have no weapons. It wouldn't be fair if I used mine."" Taking the time to observe the ill-tempered child, Mâykel toyed with her a suggestion, ""how about this? If you win, we'll leave you alone. You can even try to kill me if you're up for it. However-""<br/><br/>""-if I lose, I come with you, is it,"" the girl interjected, quite eager to get the small talk over with, ""this isn't the first time I was challenged. The last guy who bet with me like that was knocked out for days. It's not too late to back out.""<br/><br/>""You talk tough for a maiden your age,"" the bemused warrior answered, chuckling a bit as he circled her cautiously, ""you must not have faced very strong opponents before. Now, let me show you... <span style=""color: #FF0000""><span style=""font-style: italic"">the difference in experience!</span></span>""<br/><br/>In a blink of an eye, the warrior vanished before her sights, the young lass awestruck as she was caught off guard. Her eyes darting rapidly, she tried to spot for any sign of the warrior, her mind trying to race for his apparent invisibility. But a sudden punch in the gut sent a surge of pain right through her nerves. Coughing up a bit, she realized too late that he was right beside her, sinking a punch into her stomach as her body lifted slightly off the ground from the impact.<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Why you,</span>"" she cursed, a sudden surge of energy engulfing her body. In a split second, the shade of her black hair and eyes was overwhelmed in a cyan blue aura, evidence of her power taking form. Swinging her arm, a large whip of water condensed right in front of her, sweeping like a torrent towards her target in rapid succession. But right before her eyes, the warrior again faded in a blur of crimson. This time, however, she could tell what his strength was. He was fast, and ridiculously so.<br/><br/>'<span style=""font-style: italic"">F-Fast,</span>' she reacted in shock, '<span style=""font-style: italic"">that's three times as fast as the last knight I took out! But how-</span>'<br/><br/>""<span style=""color: #FF0000"">You don't have the time to stand and think, girl,</span>"" the warrior jabbed confidently again, this time swinging a bone-crunching kick into her back, sending her flying out of the alley and off the roadside cliff. Crashing into a shack just a few feet below, she quickly clamoured back on her feet, spotting the senior leaping off the cliff after her as she made a fierce barrage of water jets in his direction. But again, the warrior proved just how large their skill was, effortlessly dodging through her attacks in the air. Sensing her inability to keep up, he goaded, ""<span style=""color: #FF0000"">it doesn't matter how powerful your attacks are if you can't hit me! In the end-</span>""<br/><br/>Closing the distance as he slipped through a gap between her torrents, the warrior prepared to send a kick down right on her spot. In haste, she sent a water jet right below her upwards, propelling her off as the blonde's kick shattered the ground where she stood. Desperation creeping up on her, she began to condense the air again with droplets. This time, they began to freeze up into shards, firing in a wanton barrage at the pursuing red knight as he leaped up to deal her another blow.<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Get away,</span>"" screamed the girl at the top of her lungs, firing the shards in a lethal hailstorm. Sadly, despite their numbers, the shards simply did not make their mark, flying harmlessly into the chasm as the warrior weaved around them with incredible precision. Unable to hold her nerves, she rapidly conjured up a large, blade-like shard. With a wild swing, she tried to make a swipe at the warrior as he closed in, no longer restrained by any reservations of drawing blood as she willed herself to distance him from her presence.<br/><br/>Sadly, it was not to be, as his figure faded into a blur a final time right as the blade streaked through. A cold whisper in her ear, '<span style=""color: #FF0000"">futile,</span>' followed as a stinging pain shocked the back of her head. Before long, her world began to turn black as she lost all sensation to her body. She felt like she was drifting to the floor, falling towards the blackness of her mind while a warm embrace held her back from the fatal plunge. <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Chariot<br/>Seven Years Ago</span></span><br/><br/>Stirring from her deep slumber, the young girl could not help but hear a faint hum ringing in her ears. It sounded artificial, like the circuitry of electronics churning in life. Cracking her eyes a bit, piercing shafts of light cloud her vision she could not help but wince. It was bright, far too bright to belong on the ash-filled skies of Muramasa. Instead, opening her eyes slowly, she could make out a blurred image of a woman looking down on her under a bright fluorescent light. It was the scholar from before, gazing down on her with a gentle smile as the girl rested on her elder's lap.<br/><br/>""Are you alright,"" Yasa asked of her, as the girl tried to recall her ordeal. She was quick to notice the bandages all over her, evidence of the blonde thug's trouncing. Glancing around, she made out a strangely modern bunk room, with a bed, cabinets and other amenities. But what was most striking was the window before her. An ink-black screen mocking greeted her presence here. It was plainly obvious she had lost her bet, but she never expected to leave right at that instant, despite having nothing but the cloth on her back to bring along. <br/><br/>""...ah..."" she whimpered in resignation, feeling a bit downcast as she checked on her wounds. The woman clearly did a good job mending her injuries, even cleaning her up and putting a new shirt and shorts on her as well. It all seemed rather sudden to her, as if she had just been kidnapped. Of course, her feelings were not lost to the scholar herself, patting the child's head in apology.<br/><br/>""Sorry, Miss,"" she told the girl, ""Mâykel... no... my husband, Sir Shirazi, isn't all that good with words. He has a strange habit of challenging others to a fight in order to understand them. But I have to say, he really did hold back.""<br/><br/>""Why do you want me,"" she questioned solemnly, still rather put off by the loss, ""is my power that strong that you have to challenge me to a bet for it?""<br/><br/>Hearing her grim query, the woman could not help but giggle. For some reason, the girl had said something weird to her, leaving the child a bit agitated. However, as the woman held her hands, she answered dearly, ""silly... It's not your power that I want. Didn't he say before? That it's his business when I see something wrong going on? What I saw wrong down there wasn't a potential knight in need for hire. It's a girl in need of family. I don't believe any of those rumours are valid reasons to shun a struggling child. He was not wrong when he said you had the potential to be a knight. What he didn't say was that he wanted you to be our daughter. <span style=""font-style: italic"">My</span> daughter.""<br/><br/>""Daughter..."" blurted the girl in surprise, blinking at the unexpected answer. Was the woman telling her the truth? Was that warrior beating her up just so she would agree to be <span style=""font-style: italic"">adopted</span>? It seemed a bit silly, and too good to be true. But as the woman brought up a film picture to her, it showed her right in the middle of a pack of technicolour kids, most of whom did not resembled her or her husband at all. Looking up to her face to face, she told the child, ""I love children, and the two of us run an orphanage for the Order of Xorshid on our home Cathedral of Mervarid. But fate has cursed me never to bear another child, and my only son, Mehran, would never have another sibling of his own blood. But we realize that a family does not have to be constrained by blood ties alone. Does it matter at all that a child has to be your own in order to offer your love to him? That's why I decided, that wherever we see a child in need of care, we will take him in as our own. We will not deny a child a warmth of a family.<br/><br/>Feeling rather muted, the girl had a bit of trouble processing. Not once had she ever asked for their help, and yet this bizarre duo went out of their way to drag her kicking and screaming to their home like gods. It felt odd to her, and rather discomforting. But there was a sense of warmth to the news as well, the first time she had ever felt anything of the kind in her life.<br/><br/>""You're rather selfish to abduct children like that, Miss..."" she mused awkwardly, rubbing her arm as she thought over her explanation. Giggling again, the woman introduced herself, ""Yasamin. Yasamin Shirazi. If you're that against it, you don't have to accept the adoption-""<br/><br/>""I'll accept,"" blurted the girl instinctively, looking a bit startled as she heard the woman offer her a chance to reject. Unnerved, the raven-haired girl rubbed on her long, now-washed hair, restating in embarrassment, ""it... it wouldn't be fair if I went back on a bet. I did lose, after all...""<br/><br/>Noting the girl's rosy cheeks, the scholar could not help but laugh. She felt rather amused at the girl's flimsy justifications, all while the Muramasa-jin sulked at the ridicule. But to the child's bewilderment, Yasamin quietly embraced her in a tender hug. Before long, tears began to trickle down the child's eyes involuntarily, as emotions suppressed inside her throughout her isolation began to well up.<br/><br/>""Alright, alright,"" Yasamin said, ""a bet is a bet. From now on, your surname is Shirazi. We won't force you to change your name, so care to tell us?""<br/><br/>Wrapping her tiny arms around the scholar's waist, the child blubbered in a weeping response, ""S-Suiren...""<br/><br/>""Suiren, is it,"" mused the Indo-Xorshid, ""that's 'water lily' in Kusanagi tongue, isn't it? In our tongue, it's called 'Niloofar'. You don't mind if we call you that, do you?""<br/><br/>""No..."" she went, crying into her bosoms of her new mother, ""I don't mind...""<br/><br/>Behind the door in the bridge, the blonde knight who had defeated her quietly listened as he held the steering gear of the chariot. Forming a faint, honest smile, he was quite glad that Yasamin had managed to coax her. Mâykel was used to pulling such unorthodox methods to force his way before, but for once, he was actually unsure that he was doing the right thing. To his fortune, it apparently was, allowing the girl to put behind her past and look forward to a new life. In the end, it mattered little to the couple who Suiren was. What matters now was who <span style=""font-style: italic"">Niloofar</span> would become.</div></div></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Infirmary<br/>Silver Hand Academy, Arcadia<br/>Present</span></span><br/><br/>Waking on the side of Mehran's bed, Niloofar could not help but rub her eyes in lethargy. Vyna herself had long left, which finally gave her the opening to see her brother. Falling asleep by his bedside, it took a while for her to notice that he was out of bed already. As he quietly buttoned up his shirt, she could not help but feel a bit put off by the cold shoulder. Standing up, she questioned in agitation, ""why didn't you wake me up when you're about to leave?""<br/><br/>""I didn't want to disturb you,"" Mehran stated calmly, a reflection of his father's aloof nature, ""you seem to be having a nice dream.""<br/><br/>""Shut up,"" she went in a pout, turning her head away in a light blush, ""it's not you concern. Let's just go, brother.""<br/><br/>Putting on his shades with a beaming smile, Mehran need not say another word. Gesturing at the door, he let the fiesty girl lead the way as he followed behind her out of the ward. Many things could set off the young Xorshid girl, Mehran included. But her words tend to have more bark when dealing with those she cared about.<br/><hr/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Zarkenis Ultima <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23244170#p23244170"">wrote</a>:</cite>""...So that's all I wanted to say. Congratulations on your duels, everybody."" Aressa told the recruits as they all sat calmly in the tranquility of their common room. She no longer bore the golden robes of the aspirants and the pristine white uniform of the students, instead clad in a simple white shirt and a pair of black pants, having taken a moment to change upon arriving to the dorm after leaving the stadium. Her crimson hair was tied up into a ponytail and she had visibly relaxed after the solemnity of the welcoming ceremony and the accident that occured during the duels.<br/><br/>""Now, you're all free to change into something else if you wish, but bear in mind that, starting tomorrow, you'll only be allowed to wear civilian clothes while in the student floors or during certain holidays."" She said, before hearing a light knock on the door. And as she moved to open it, she found herself face to face with the black-robed woman with the scar over her eye.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Stepping up to the back of the crowd as Aressa debriefed the students, the Shirazis merely held their silence as they listened in to their instructions. There was not really much to do for either of them - student life in the academies in Mervarid were fairly mundane as it were - and Mehran was sure his sister would step in if he went back to practice immediately after that stabbing. In any case, there appeared to be nothing more for them, at least until Aressa was interrupted.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Zarkenis Ultima <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23244170#p23244170"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I see you've gotten along remarkably well with your charges, Alistar."" The woman said, quite aware of and in fact amused by the sheer surprise displayed by Aressa's face at suddenly finding one of the instructors of the Academy in front of her door.<br/><br/>""A-ah... Miss Cyranis. What can I do for you?"" The surprised aspirant asked.<br/><br/>""Oh, nothing much. Just show these late arrivals around, they'll be part of your group from now on."" The instructor stated, motioning towards the three students that stood behind her, before patting Aressa on the shoulder. ""Now then, I'll be leaving. Have a nice day."" She smiled at the students, and departed.<br/><br/>Left behind with the three new arrivals, Aressa looked at Cyranis leave for a few moments before turning her attention to the three students in front of her. ""Well, I suppose lunch will have to wait a bit. Come inside."" She said, stepping aside to allow them entrance to the common room. ""My name is Aressa Alistar, and I will be one of your guides. The other one, Arcander, is currently with some other students."" The aspirant said. ""You may want to introduce yourselves or leave your things here so that you won't have to carry them everywhere. You're also free to change into more comfortable clothes, we have permission to walk around the school in civilian wear for today."" She explained. ""We were just about to head to the top floor to get something to eat, in case any of you is hungry.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Raising his eyebrow, the sunglass-sporting lad was rather intrigued by the sudden appearance of the recruits. Glancing back at Niloofar, he was sure she was the last to arrive. Regardless, he felt a small tinge of anticipation over their coming duels, though his injury had tempered his passion quite a bit. A quick look at Jynna's meeting with what appeared to be her brother, he finally began to make his way out of the crowd. There was nothing more they needed to do, rather disappointing considering his plans to observe the other duels right after he finished.<br/><br/>""Boring..."" he mused, as Niloofar caught up beside him, ""to be honest, even if you didn't come, I would have returned to Mervarid quite soon. As much as I'd like to take up their headmaster's challenge, I'm already feeling a bit awkward being here.""<br/><br/>""You didn't seem that precocious when you were out in the arena, brother,"" grumbled Niloofar with a pout.<br/><br/>Peering at her through his visor, Mehran merely mused, ""well, you're not really in the position to consider such trivialities when you're out on the field, are you? Isn't that why you lost Father's bet back then?""<br/><br/>Scowling a bit, the girl defended herself, ""shut up! I was too stunned to react! Besides, how am I supposed to know he was a part of the Zhayedan!? I was eleven!""<br/><br/>""Do you regret it,"" joked the young lad, much to the girl's chagrin as usual. But rather than voicing her anger as usual, Niloofar could not help but pause at his words. ""Regret..."" she mused to herself, slowing down behind him as she thought over his words endearingly, ""who knows... I guess I'm still waiting to challenge him... that 'Red Comet'.""<br/><br/>She never imagined that she would be here, as a knight-errand in the company of a family member. There were times when she questioned if she really was a daughter of the Shirazis, whether any of their children, barring Mehran, had any right to claim it. But the family that took her in when no one else would dare look at her proved her doubts wrong. In Mehran's eyes, she<span style=""font-style: italic"">was</span>family. It was a trait few clans in Mervarid held, and one that quite surely saved her from a life of despair and destitution."
10539,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=200,2015-01-30T00:07:00,Zarkenis Ultima,"After tossing Alfenn the seal, Aressa had to quickly step aside in order to avoid having Jynna collide with her, and watched with a slight smile as the blonde charged straight towards one of the new arrivals who appeared to be her brother, lifting him off the ground as she hugged him. The brother, Jonran, appeared to be in a bit of pain, much to her amusement. She turned her attention back to Alfenn as he made a comment while returning the seal to her. She raised her eyebrows at his words, wondering what kind of situation he was in that led him to make such a statement, though she said nothing about the matter, understanding that it was likely wiser not to pry and that if she was meant to know, she would, sooner or later. Catching the seal effortlessly, she raised it slightly. ""I'll be keeping it in case you happen to need it for something."" She told the child of the Black Cup. ""It is not unheard of that some students lose or damage their uniforms, after all.""<br/><br/>After Jyn and Jonran had finished their talk, Vyna had finished changing, and Rystan had at least acknowledged the others, Aressa stepped through the open door of the common room of her group's dormitory, gesturing for the others to do the same. ""Very well then, I'm sure at least some of you are hungry after your journey and after the duels some of you decided to take part in, so our first stop will be the cafeteria on the rooftop."" She said, her very demeanor a tad less strict and solemn than she had been during the ceremony, though respect and sincerity both remained, and in fact she seemed eager to take the students on their tour around the school.<br/><br/>Nevermind that she was hungry herself.<br/><br/>She took the recruits through the hallways of the student floor once again, leading them to the elevators and boarding one, though this time, instead of inputting some arbitrary combination of numbers, all she did was press a single button marked with the symbol of an arrow pointed upwards, encased in a circle and with three shafts instead of one. At the press of said button, the elevator began moving once again, shooting upwards through the floors of the Academy until it came to a halt shortly afterwards, its transparent walls vanishing to let the students on the elevator walk out onto a large, open space.<br/><br/>The rooftop.<br/><br/>All around, students of all ages and grades were seen, some wearing their glorified argent, crimson or auric robes while others were simply clad in civilian clothes, ranging from the mundane to the exotic and foreign. Nearby, on the grass, a group of students was sitting on the grounds having something similar to a picnic, though they were all eating different things. Not far from them, a pair of recruits, miffed by the school's regulations on the use of swords outside sanctioned areas, had taken to sparring with a pair of unusually long baguettes. One of them blocked the other's swing with a single hand before revealing in his other a hidden bread roll, which he pressed against his opponent's chest, ending the duel as one accused the other of cheating. Groups of students walked around appraising the statues laid out throughout the rooftop, while some others sat down near the refreshing fountains to enjoy their meals and speak with each other about their experiences at the Academy. Further away still, a recruit that Arogisl would undoubtedly recognize was getting into a somewhat heated argument regarding the existence of the legendary hero Vermilion. Elsewhere, a bloodrobe who had in a certain person's mind been described as a ""big friendly giant"" was speaking to another group of similarly dressed student, making a particular swinging motion and in turn watching another member of the group make a slightly different one, their discussion one of tricks and techniques. The void-garbed woman of fearsome visage was by herself as she leaned on the rooftop's railing and devoured what seemed to be a fried dough pastry sprinkled with sugar, supposedly originating from the same culture that gave the holiday known as the Feast of Remembrance to the rest of the Known Universe, and while this claim was uncertain, the certain thing was that no one seemed too eager to wander too close.<br/><br/>""This is the rooftop. As long as you have no classes to attend to and respect the curfew, you are free to come up here to relax."" The scarlet-haired aspirant said with a broad gesture, before noticing, from the corner of her eye, that Arcander was approaching the group, with a familiar girl with lilac hair in tow. The two had decided to wait for the others so that they could all have their meals together, and so, they had been wandering through the gardens and past the fountains of the rooftop as they awaited the arrival of the others.<br/><br/>""Well now, if I didn't know you I would be convinced that you're trying to impress me."" The white-haired aspirant joked casually, noticing his partner had changed clothes while he himself was stuck with the golden robe, as he had been looking after Mehran, and later Ritz. His comment earned but a snort and a headshake.<br/><br/>""If I didn't know you, I would punch you."" She said sincerely, a lopsided grin on her face.<br/><br/>""Yes you would."" He confirmed, nodding. ""Anyway, what kept you so long?"" He asked afterwards, glancing at the group and already getting an idea of the answer.<br/><br/>""Well, Cyranis dropped off three more recruits for our group."" She explained, looking a bit sheepish as she mentioned the instructor's last name. Arcander raised an eyebrow as he stared at her for a few moments, but finally shrugged and turned his attention to the new arrivals who were among the other recruits.<br/><br/>""My name is Arcander Brightshield, and this is the fifth time I've had to say that today. Pleased to meet you, I will be one of your guides from today, along with Aressa here."" He stated.<br/><br/>Afterwards, the group continued on to what appeared to be the cafeteria. It was rather large, taking up about one third of the rooftop's extension, though there were stairs in place to go above the cafeteria, where a couple more gardens resided. Dozens of entrances were there for the students to use, and once the group stepped inside, they would find themselves in a large room, white like the rest of the architectural works up there, and at the wall opposite to the entrances, several dozen open booths of sorts were present, a box inside each one of them, evidently placed there for product delivery. Thankfully, though there were many students present, the place was not too crowded at the moment and some of the booths were free, though that was prone to change at a moment's notice.<br/><br/>""It's fairly simply to work these machines."" Arcander said with a didactic air about him. ""You just speak the name of the dish you want loud and clear, and if the ingredients are available and the recipe is known, the AI will have it prepared for you. You can also ask for raw ingredients to cook them yourself, if any of you happens to be into cooking. Speaking of which, I should stock up while I can, I hate standing in line."" He stated, before giving the students a casual salute and heading off towards one of the booths to the far right side of the 'cafeteria', which seemed to be a lot less used than the ones on the rest of the room, evidently reserved for seniors.<br/><br/>""The general consensus is that the AI knows how to prepare most dishes, but not all."" Aressa explained after Arcander had left. ""A good rule of thumb is that if the ingredients are normally comercially available, the AI can make it."" She advised. ""Now go and ask for whatever, though you should be sure not to request something that you're not going to burn afterwards. Get your food and we can all eat outside in the sunlight."" She said, smiling at the recruits before walking off after Arcander, heading towards the aspirant booths as well in order to fetch her own meal."
10540,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=200,2015-01-31T14:45:00,Sil Arion,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Starlight <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23296258#p23296258"">wrote</a>:</cite>-snip-</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">She said my name.</span>Aris could only sit there, astonished, amazed even more. He knew his jaw lay slightly open, his lips parted. His name was hers now. Her alone. And it was a wonderful feeling. This bond they now shared, giving of their names, themselves to each other, like the stories of old lore spoke. Silvalladine and Kaios. Sun and moon. Heaven and earth. And her name. Beautiful as she, with a meaning to match her spirit and likeness. And he was glad. That she had lived a life filled with light and love of a family, with good-hearted parents to teach her – no great sadness or suffering to be found.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Thank you, Lord Aradain, for watching her.</span>He found his voice then, adoration and devotion spilling from his lips as he held her hands, “Ellyn Tarembor. O blazing light of first dawn, you light the way and spark my heart afire, and make me whole. This day you first spoke to me was the day I learned of what happiness is. This day we first held hand was the day I learned what tenderness is. This day we first kissed was the day I learned what devotion is. This day we first lay together was the day I learned what passion is. And every single day after this day is a day I love what love is. You are and always shall be my first, last, and forever love.”<br/><br/>How he loved her hands, so skilled, so strong, so soft as they sat in this secret place beneath crimson skies, her warmth washing over him like cleansing waters. He raised them his lips, slowly kissing the knuckle of each delicate finger, lingering on the last as he cast up his eyes at her.<br/><br/>Then his stomach growled. A second later, so did hers. Aris looked up at her, his growing smile matching her own. And again they were laughing together at the silliness, the romantic moments gone in the wake of their awakened hunger. He raised himself from his seat, lifting Ellyn with him as he spoke in his best imitation of some foppish noble, a lopsided grin on his face and mirth in his gaze, “Since I believe my stomach might commit mutiny if I don’t, may I have the honor to lunch with you, my lady?”<br/><br/>“You may, kind sir,” she replied demurely, lips curled, honey-gold eyes shining with suppressed laughter as she played along. He held out an arm, and she slipped her own inside his. He bent his knees slightly. A flash of white-gold light and sound. Then they were arcing through the air once more, floating like light and fluffy clouds above the rooftop promenade. High above, they passed through the peak, spinning and twirling like winged faeries flying in the winds as they fell from the sky, her hair fanning out like a rays of sunshine as it caught the light. His smile was wide and bright as they descended, dancing around the other in the air, him performing dual acrobatics with her as they did.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Oh, beloved, how lovely you are</span>. As they neared the stone, he caught her hands in his and flipped her over him as she slipped her arm inside his again. Another flash of light, and they were softly landing on the balcony with grace and balance borne of skill.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Our harmony is nearly perfect.</span><br/><br/>Truly, he could hardly wait to truly dance with her, on stage, in a performance. To teach her to sing.<span style=""font-style: italic"">So much to look forward to already!</span><br/><br/>The smell of warm foot filled his nostrils as Aris strode through the fountains and gardens with her at his side, now hand in hand, the crowd parting before them as they made their way to the cafeteria. There were a few whispers as he passed, but he paid them little heed.<span style=""font-style: italic"">She</span>was what mattered most.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Ellyn.</span><br/><br/>Into the shade of the cafeteria, he stepped through one of the dozens of doors into an expansive white room, decorated in dark woods of red and brown, the floor of seamless black stone shot with veins of gold and silver. It was quite grand, cool and comfortable. And quite packed. He cast his eyes about the room, seeing Arcander and Aressa standing beside several first-years. Ones he remembered from not long ago when he and Ellyn had last left the dorm. He couldn’t hear the conversation, but guessed at its content as Arcander walked towards the far right side, followed by Aressa, where many other aspirants were getting their meals.<span style=""font-style: italic"">A section for seniors?</span>He turned and entered into one the lines on the left, standing behind several other first-years waiting before a booth. An order taken by voice. A meal delivered by the machine. If an AI was responsible for cooking – well. He wouldn’t ask for anything<span style=""font-style: italic"">too</span>complicated or that’d take long to prepare.<span style=""font-style: italic"">But what to eat then?</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Oh!</span>Perhaps he could share some of his homeworld’s cuisine with her! He was terribly hungry too, so perhaps a large lunch for the two of them? He’d ask her then – he had a few dishes in mind.<br/><br/>“Ellyn,<span style=""font-style: italic"">agápi mou</span>, would you like to try my homeworld’s cuisine?”"
10541,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=200,2015-01-31T21:39:00,Kassaran,"Rystan had watched. Silently. It was what he did. He wasn't here to play, he wasn't here to goof off. He was here to learn, and be taught how to become great... how to become a savior to other worlds. Worlds like his own that had been kept in their own dark and selfish ways for far too long and had been consumed in the inferno which erupted upon them. He was a child in stature perhaps, or moreover just a few years old, but he was a veteran of a war he had lost. That everyone partaking of it had lost. His family, his friends, his teachers and their families and friends, they were all dead. Particles adrift in the cosmos somewhere, and he had to take responsibility in part for that, for their deaths. He had now settled for doing what he could do best, what he'd learned to best. He watches, observes, acknowledges, and lives.<br/><br/>He watched as they entered the room under the banner of A-23, he observed the interactions between family (a heart-warming moment no-doubt, but hardly one he cared to indulge in), but breaking from habit, h had acknowledged with nothing more than a mere nod of the head to the others. He wasn't inclined to speak, not until he knew more. Not until he'd lived more to learn more and practice more. He had followed all along silently as they had left that room and entered yet another elevator and soon emerged upon what was assumedly the rooftop of the school. It was here he felt a slight moment of wonder before he returned to his previous bearing, the bearing of a soldier.<br/><br/>He shook his head, he wasn't a soldier, he was a child masquerading as a soldier, and that was dangerous. He needed to learn how to stop doing that soon or he'd end up doing something else he'd regret. He wasn't going to make that mistake again, not when the stakes were so high. Here he'd learn to control himself and his skills, and he'd be useful. Here he'd be able to reach out to those darkened places among the stars where the Truth wa shidden away. He would break open the vaults that held it back and give it to everyone else, he'd make the Truth known. for now though, his digestive system let loose a slight rumbling reminding him of his current physical needs, the need for food, for chemical energy in the most basic and rudimentary of forms, and he'd be certain to fulfill its request.<br/><br/>Turning to bow and take his leave of the older student whom had guided the new arrivals to this recreational zone, he gave a quick word of thanks. It was enough for him and so now he stood straight, turned back towards the cafeteria, and made his way deeper into the structure towards the machines he assumed served as the rudimentary feeding devices aforementioned. Therein lay an AI, back on his homeworld, he'd only known AI dedicated to the crafts he'd always assumed the Redemit were born for; war, death, disease, destruction. These were the collective knowledge of his people, of his kin, and they had been versed in the msot forbidden of practices. This was the terror that the lack of Truth had caused. He winced as he outstrecthed his hand towards the machine, attempting to interface with it, only to stop short and realize these weren't the crude machines of his homeworld.<br/><br/>Refinement was shown in its very casework, the aesthetic beauty and decoration in simply how the varnish upon the polished casement showed this. These were machines of peace, they knew no suffering, no strife, no limitations of the arts or mind. He smiled for this was the beauty he'd seen reflected in the eyes of those whom had awoken him, and it was that beauty he strove for. It was indeed peace he sought, and it was indeed a glorious sight. He refrained from contact with the machine and instead settled for the less direct & less confrontational of events. He spoke,"" A-I. Transfer Rystan Q'art, requesting food. How might I go about doing so from your construct?""<br/><br/>""Speak and it will be brought if possible."" the small device intoned. It was a crystal clear voice and Rystan bowed his head apologetically. The machine had indeed only repeated what had been told him before.<br/><br/>He spoke again,"" do you have the cuisine local to my Home Sector?""<br/><br/>""Speak and it will be brought if possible."" the small device responded. It was hardly a conversationalist, and Rystan again bowed his head apologetically. To the average passerby, the sight would indeed be a strange one, but this was a custom to which Rystan had grown up with, and the standardized answers to which he was receiving were all welcome. The showed no differentiation, no segregation and no inclination to deny him based on his origins, it was simply a servant. The tall warrior clad in his white robes was indeed quite the sight bowing repeatedly as over the course of the next minute he continued to ask similarly vague questions bowing to each of the answers the small device gave and the machine patiently waited upon him. This was a man near a tool he'd been raised to revere, and it was here, waiting upon him. Before they had been weapons of suffering, but here the Phantom Blade had made them docile creatures, hardly a thing to be feared, save you knew how you wanted your food prepared.<br/><br/>Finally the time came to order, having assessed the situation enough to obtain the information he needed,"" I wish for a Viriell Shi'aquil. Standard home dish of my Sector, Order Designation 1002-dash-335.""<br/><br/>A small hum, and a minute later there it was before him, a plate of what appeared to be some sort of vegetable and pasta dish. The vegetables here however were very much alive holding within them semi-alive protien-rich bacteria. While hardly easy on the tastebuds, the rich taste of the fermented organics was complemented rather kindly by the implementation of powerfully seasoned noodles which wrapped about the living vegetation. To one unfamiliar with the dish, it would appear as nothing more than a rancid plate of salad with yarn wrapped about it, but to those who knew of this delicacy, they could vouch for the incredible sweetness of the pasta and the saltiness of the vegetables within. The powerfully nut-like flavor when consumed together created a fulfilling delicacy that had only originally been prepared upon Rystan's homeworld. While perhaps his world, his society lay in ruins, its culture had not and many of the refugees from the war had escaped with their culinary practices.<br/><br/>It was in the aforementioned exodus of those few culinary chefs and herbalists that the culinary culture of his world, one no longer referred to by name in honor of its loss, survived and lived on. It was simplistic, but incredibly powerful, moving but rooted in deep agragarian societal practices. To most, it'd appear nothing more than a barbaric ritual, but to the people of his homeworld, Rystan's homeworld, it was an art to grow the plants that he now was to eat. He thanked the few whom had grown him his commercially available strain of Viriell Shi'a (this being the bacteria-rich vegetables, the 'quil' being short for Nastaquil being the pasta now wrapped about the Viriell Shi'a) and once again left the building and apprached where now people were gathering. All about he could see people from all walks of life lounging about, and again he smiled within himself. Perhaps for now his visage remained stony, cold, analytical, but inside he was truly melting in the heat of the warming starlight overhead and he was hardly against it. Perhaps now he'd be able to live again. Perhaps here he'd be able to fight again, but for this time, he'd fight for what was good and righteous; he'd fight for the Truth."
10542,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=200,2015-02-01T00:35:00,Atlannia,"Alfenn listened to Arcander's introduction and explanation of the cafeteria equipment and eyed the machines warily. He had certainly never heard of an AI used to prepare food before but then he supposed the Academy contained a great many things he had never heard of before. Ordinarily he would prefer to observe for a while before meddling with unfamiliar technology but the the pangs of hunger tugging at his stomach stirred him to action. One of the other students had already moved towards the empty booths anyway so Alfenn moved purposefully towards one of the few remaining empty booths and stopped in front of the innocuous looking boxes. He looked at it, opened his mouth and then closed it again. The box, unsurprisingly , did nothing.<span style=""font-style: italic"">I have no idea what to eat</span>realised Alfenn suddenly. At home the meals had always been selected and prepared by the kitchen staff. If Alfenn had been born a girl he might have been expected to learn how to select meals, organise the servants and plan functions or host guests but all of that was considered beneath the only male heir of the Cortagne line and so he had always simply eaten whatever was in front of him. Closing his eyes Alfenn used his Sonomancy to amplify his hearing and listened to the occupants of the booths either side of him, desperate for inspiration.<br/><br/>To his left an older student ordered something utterly unpronounceable and then sent it back repeatedly, each time with the alarming request that the dish be made ""more gelatinous,"" Alfenn shuddered and cast his attention to the right. The boy who had moved towards a booth before him was having a protracted conversation with the machine in his booth, but he was eventually rewarded with some mysterious dish Alfenn had never heard of, local cuisine of the boy's home world apparently. Still it smelled promising, Alfenn determined after a quick sniff and at this point he was happy to try anything as long as it wasn't gelatinous. Alfenn poked his head around the thin wall that separated them and coughed pointedly to get the boy's attention.<br/><br/>""Excuse me,"" he said, ""What did you say that dish was called again?"""
10543,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=200,2015-02-01T01:04:00,Kassaran,"The voice was so faint in having been behind him within the crowded confines of the cafeteria that Rystan almost missed what had been said. His eyes narrowed and he let his gaze fall from the view outside to the ground behind him. He was a rather tall fellow, but the student whom had spoken to him was one of the new arrivals alongside him. It also appeared he had caughten a whiff of Rystan's meal and was currently asking how it be pronounced so presumably he might order some. It was a most intriguing situation for the young man mind you because perhaps for the first time in his life, he wasn't being talked up or down to, but rather, just simply talked to. He smiled and walked over to the booth the boy was in. He was the one from the foreign order, one that he'd never heard of though this would have been unsurprising given Rystan naturally came from one of the msot unreached sectors in the galaxies. If this was the case, then it was highly possible for one to be of significant power, but of a nearly unheard of status in comparison to the larger orders like the Phantom Blade.<br/><br/>Moving to the student's side, he leaned over and spoke to the machine,"" Viriell Shi'aquil, standard dish of Sector 1002-dash-335.""<br/><br/>the machine complied and began to hum softly as the meal was prepared, he turned to the student and decided to give him the warning he figure he was near contractually obligated to give the student,"" mind you, its a powerful dish, incredibly rich in flavor and texture, these vegetables here,"" he paused to use a small eating utensil to point out the living food on his plate,"" is technically spoiled, but the way it has been grown, it has become very stale. The sauces boiled into it to culture the bacteria upon it gives it the flavor, the bacteria gives it the sweeter taste alongside the noodles which have been soaked in a special root glaze also from my home planet. An easy enough meal, but don't let it intimidate you. I hear it is often compared to a sort of nut desert, even in spite of its high nutritional content.""<br/><br/>Turning away, Rystan began to walk away once again, he had done what he figured had been asked of him so thus he'd be better off not troubling the student anymore. Then again, maybe he had wanted to speak with someone? Rystan smiled to himself and shook his head again, somehow he must appear some sort of demented for seemign to react visibly to his own thoughts. This again was perhaps moreover a cultural quirk than a personal flaw, but hardly something to be taken lightly."
10544,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=200,2015-02-01T01:46:00,Charmera,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Vynaria</span><br/>Vyna sighed, having caught up with her brother quickly before they had left, though he seemed a little reluctant to talk to her as he usually was. She could guess part of the reason why was due to the tension which was between the two of them. After all, they were both possible suspects in each other eyes. Despite the bonds of sibling-hood, they had seen too many times how corrupt and machinating the rest of their family could be, and had been away from each other long enough that their mere sisterly or brotherly word was no longer enough.<br/><br/>As she walked towards a booth, Vyna couldn't help but wonder how this all came about. She shook her head, pushing such thoughts from her mind with force. She headed over to the box, her booth luckily not having a line. She bent over slightly and inspected the machine, cocking her head.<span style=""font-style: italic"">What to have...?</span>She wondered. The cuisine of her home world was quite unique, mostly for the fine line between ""refined delicacy"" and insanity. Food was either too rich and portion light or too tough and hardy. Vyna was used to it.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Yeah, I've really had enough of Lets try something new...</span>""Cydnia Ikbaraia Fillet.""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Nice and simple.</span><br/><br/>For a moment, she was sure it wouldn't work, but the machine hummed to life, summoning the dish for her. She smiled slightly at the things efficiency. Though perhaps she should have ordered a side dish too...<span style=""font-style: italic"">Oh well...</span><br/><br/>She took her meal and begun heading out of the booth. She noticed Jyn and Jon over in the distance arguing about what to eat.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Jon and Jyn</span><br/>""Why do you have such a problem with sharing brother?""<br/><br/>""Every time we decide to share something, you take almost all of my food!"" Jon replied, irritably. Jyn was less heated, more exasperated with her little brother.<br/><br/>""That's because you order such large portions and eat so slowly... Just let me know if I'm going too fast...""<br/><br/>""That's irrelevant! And I do!"" Jon replied, then he calmed down. ""Look, I'd rather just have my own food, okay.""<br/><br/>Jyn shrugged. ""No one was forcing you. I just suggested it."" Jyn replied.<br/><br/>Then there was a pause.<br/><br/>""Are you okay Jon? You seem really... tense.""<br/><br/>""I'm fine.""<br/><br/>Jyn sighed. Retrieving her food from the box. Yendran Hadrox steak with vegtables. ""Alright..."""
10545,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=200,2015-02-01T23:45:00,The Unites State-Of-Minds,"<blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23348206#p23348206"">wrote</a>:</cite>-Znip-</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>The beginnings of a dull ache had begun to form within his chest during the short ride up the elevator, but Arogisl paid it little mind. Instead he found himself far more occupied with the mass of students occupying the open space. Glancing around he heard a somewhat familiar voice, which upon further inquiry revealed its source as his opponent from earlier that day. Had it been but minutes earlier he may have scarce been able to resist rushing in her direction, but his mind had cooled down a bit and was no longer in the mood to actively seek conflict. Besides, she was already actively engaged in conversation, which would be rude of him to interrupt, and the rest of his group was heading in the direction of a large structure which appeared to be the source of the food many possessed.<br/><br/>He listened to the Aspirants short explanation of the method to obtain sustenance, finding himself somewhat taken aback at the supposed ease to which it would be provided. Nevertheless, he took his place within a rapidly forming line for one of the booths. Once his turn came, he spoke the name of a preferred dish into the dispenser after a few moments dispensed a bowl filled with a red gelatinous soup. Looking into the liquid he frowned for a moment before muttering into the machine once again whereupon a shallow bowl teeming with a writhing mass of tiny shrimp like crustaceans was dispensed. Seemingly satisfied with the end results, Arogisl exited the booth, emptying the smaller bowl into the larger, the creatures then proceeding to do their best to swim through the viscous liquid. Looking around for the group, he noticed Vyna standing not too far away. She had seemed quite eager to take part in the Silver Games, and he had enjoyed his short time speaking with her and her sister. With nothing else of precedence upon his mind, he walked toward her and announced his presence.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Greetings Miss Ayendor, it is a pleasure to see you. I take it from our earlier correspondence that you had an enjoyable match?""</span>"
10546,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=200,2015-02-02T03:18:00,Wolfenium,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Eamonn</span></span><br/><br/>Sitting under a tree at the corner of the rooftop garden, Eamonn appeared sullen and melancholic as he feasted on his plain meal. Consisting of a loaf of rye bread, a bowl of cream soup with assorted mushrooms and some black pudding blood sausages, the fare seemed comparable to rural residents in the outer worlds of civilization, albeit more flavourful and refined thanks to the ingredients and aritificial culinary expertise of a wealthy, urban setting. He did not appear to pay much heed to taste, gnawing down each ripped piece of bread as he soaked it in the soup. Much less were his table manners, as each new bite of the sausage produced an audible snap to anyone who happened to be in his immediate vicinity.<br/><br/>""Odd,"" he went, ""even Eirean food taste better here than on Eiru...""<br/><br/>It was a rather cruel joke on his part, a self-depreciation of his own origins. Looking out at the skyline, he could not help but sulk at the elitist residents here. Few here knew the full extent of the lawlessness that plagued outlying worlds like his. He felt out of place in an academy like this. Even the food itself felt otherworldly to him.<br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Mehran and Niloofar</span></span><br/><br/>The Xorshids were an austere sect, favouring simplicity over luxury in the inhospitable climate of Mervarid's surface. Its underground farms alone could barely supplement its food supply, and variety of crops was scarce, if not virtually limited to rice at times. But the Shirazis' mother, an offworlder from a relatively close core world, had a far different outlook. What the local produce lacked in taste, she supplemented with spices and herbs from her own world. Grown in their own backyard, she was quick to impart her skills in the kitchen to each and every one of her daughters, and it showed with Niloofar right at that moment, as she worked with her cutlery to dice a set of chilis on her cutting board.<br/><br/>""The variety of ingredients here is staggering,"" Niloofar mused as her brother sat and watched on, ""I don't think I've even seen most of the vegetables and meats outside Mom's old cookbooks.""<br/><br/>""Mother did come from Nartakī (Hindi: नर्तकी),"" Mehran answered her, ""a core world with all the bounties of nature rolled into one is hardly something our cold, desolate wasteland could hope to match. I just hope you know what you're doing.""<br/><br/>""Shut up, blind man,"" she jabbed back, brandishing her chopper at the shade-wearing lad (though they're pulled to his forehead), ""I'm trying my best to improve. Even Mom said I'm doing well now. You have no taste by giving me that sour look.""<br/><br/>""That's because no one but Mother can take that level of heat,"" grumbled the lad, ""you could melt the Mervarid's ice sheet with your curry.""<br/><br/>Pouting in frustration, Niloofar quickly got back to work preparing the food. A focused young woman, she paid no attention to her brother's irked reaction as she began to cook the curry in the pot. It looked like nothing special, a<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/a/a8/Rogan_josh02.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Rogan Josh</a>made with Kusanagi beef and served with papadum, rice and a side of yoghurt. It was a dish the AI could have easily served on its own, but Niloofar insisted on working on the dish herself, and she was adamant that Mehran try as well.<br/><br/>""Done,"" squealed the gleeful young girl, presenting a dish to her brother in grave anticipation, ""give it a try. Who knows, you might actually like it.""<br/><br/>Staring down at the seemingly innocuous dish, the unnerved guardian grunted, ""I highly doubt it.""<br/><br/>""Eat it. I put more yoghurt and paneer into the curry to lower the spiciness this time,"" she began to insist, looking quite displeased with his refusal. Exchanging a long hard glare, the two looked locked in a test of wills yet again. But as per any taste test, Mehran ultimately conceded, his stomach unable to handle another wait at the booths' snaking queues. Hesitant, the lad quietly picked up a piece of the tortilla-like biscuit as he broke off a slice to dip into the curry. Scooping up a small piece of beef and curry with his slice, the strain on his face in anticipation was showing, readying himself for the burn to come. Finally, as he sank his teeth in, the papar broke along the ridge of his bite, the food sinking inside his mouth with all its flavour. Chewing animatedly, he appeared to be rather worried about the spiciness about to sting him. For a moment, it never actually came, much to his relief.<br/><br/>""Strange,"" he admitted with his mouth stuffed, looking rather pleased with her, ""this isn't actually half-bad-""<br/><br/>Unfortunately for the lad, his praise was quickly cut short as his tongue began to tickle to life. Virtually lit on fire by the excessive chili peppers and spices dumped on his taste buds, his face turned a smokey red as the tongue-searing food tore apart his nerves. Immediately, he raced for the nearest water cooler in sight, yammering an apology while shoving a hapless lad in the queue aside as he began to drown his throat in ice cold water to soothe the pain. It was too much for him to take, even in full view of his schoolmates and aspirants. Undoubtedly, the one most piqued by the scene was his sister herself, looking extremely put off as she hauled the pot of curry aside.<br/><br/>""Fine,"" she growled, ""if you're that much of a wuss, I'll let someone else try. Everyone,"" she called out eagerly, ""who wants to try some authentic Nartakīan curry!~ My treat!~""<br/><br/>After that display, it was obvious no one dared to step forward at all. As much as the growing queues were putting off some people, the result of her first victim was evidence enough of what kind of treatment they would get for trying. But perhaps someone might be able to take the heat from her food. Niloofar, for some reason, had the aptitude to take that hellish level of spiciness, so why not someone else?"
10547,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=200,2015-02-02T05:04:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Unites State-Of-Minds <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23360014#p23360014"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23348206#p23348206"">wrote</a>:</cite>-Znip-</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>The beginnings of a dull ache had begun to form within his chest during the short ride up the elevator, but Arogisl paid it little mind. Instead he found himself far more occupied with the mass of students occupying the open space. Glancing around he heard a somewhat familiar voice, which upon further inquiry revealed its source as his opponent from earlier that day. Had it been but minutes earlier he may have scarce been able to resist rushing in her direction, but his mind had cooled down a bit and was no longer in the mood to actively seek conflict. Besides, she was already actively engaged in conversation, which would be rude of him to interrupt, and the rest of his group was heading in the direction of a large structure which appeared to be the source of the food many possessed. <br/><br/>He listened to the Aspirants short explanation of the method to obtain sustenance, finding himself somewhat taken aback at the supposed ease to which it would be provided. Nevertheless, he took his place within a rapidly forming line for one of the booths. Once his turn came, he spoke the name of a preferred dish into the dispenser after a few moments dispensed a bowl filled with a red gelatinous soup. Looking into the liquid he frowned for a moment before muttering into the machine once again whereupon a shallow bowl teeming with a writhing mass of tiny shrimp like crustaceans was dispensed. Seemingly satisfied with the end results, Arogisl exited the booth, emptying the smaller bowl into the larger, the creatures then proceeding to do their best to swim through the viscous liquid. Looking around for the group, he noticed Vyna standing not too far away. She had seemed quite eager to take part in the Silver Games, and he had enjoyed his short time speaking with her and her sister. With nothing else of precedence upon his mind, he walked toward her and announced his presence. <br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Greetings Miss Ayendor, it is a pleasure to see you. I take it from our earlier correspondence that you had an enjoyable match?""</span></div></blockquote><br/>Vyna smiled as Arogisl approached her, remembering what pleasant conversation he had been, though her smile wavered somewhat when she mentioned the match. ""it... was indeed an enjoyable match for the most part. Mehran was a worthy opponent indeed... How was yours?"" She was reluctant to elaborate on what she meant by ""for the most part"" at this moment, as skewering another fellow student was still somewhat embarrassing. She felt uncomfortable for a moment, then continued speaking, noticing the other students meal/ ""That seems like an interesting dish you have there. Mind if I ask what it is exactly?""<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Wolfenium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23360694#p23360694"">wrote</a>:</cite>After that display, it was obvious no one dared to step forward at all. As much as the growing queues were putting off some people, the result of her first victim was evidence enough of what kind of treatment they would get for trying. But perhaps someone might be able to take the heat from her food. Niloofar, for some reason, had the aptitude to take that hellish level of spiciness, so why not someone else?</div></blockquote><br/>""I wouldn't mind trying some."" Jynna spoke, ever the adventurous if mildly reckless Jyn, heading towards the two of them. Jon had already gotten her food. He was eating somewhat light, a small salad with some fish native to his home planet. He looked at Jynna and then the two of them, waiting for Jynna to tell him who they were.<br/><br/>She looked over to her brother, chuckling nervously. ""Oh right... Sorry."" She looked back to Niloofar and Mehran. ""This is Jonran, or Jon. My little brother."" Quite litteraly, Jon was practically dwarfed by Jyn, in fact he was unusually short and somewhat wiry. ""Jon, this is Mehran and Niloofar.""<br/><br/>Jon nodded. ""Pleased to meet you both."" He replied with a raised eyebrow, already guessing the two of them were brother and sister. ""And will you stop calling me ""little"" Jyn, I'm almost as old as you.""<br/><br/>""Oh, sorry brother. I do sometimes forget you're sen-"" She stopped, and chuckled nervously again as she got a murderous glare from her little brother. She turned back to Mehran and Niloofar. ""So... Can I have a try of that curry?"""
10548,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=200,2015-02-02T05:26:00,Wolfenium,"<blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23361064#p23361064"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""I wouldn't mind trying some."" Jynna spoke, ever the adventurous if mildly reckless Jyn, heading towards the two of them. Jon had already gotten her food. He was eating somewhat light, a small salad with some fish native to his home planet. He looked at Jynna and then the two of them, waiting for Jynna to tell him who they were. <br/><br/>She looked over to her brother, chuckling nervously. ""Oh right... Sorry."" She looked back to Niloofar and Mehran. ""This is Jonran, or Jon. My little brother."" Quite litteraly, Jon was practically dwarfed by Jyn, in fact he was unusually short and somewhat wiry. ""Jon, this is Mehran and Niloofar."" <br/><br/>Jon nodded. ""Pleased to meet you both."" He replied with a raised eyebrow, already guessing the two of them were brother and sister. ""And will you stop calling me ""little"" Jyn, I'm almost as old as you."" <br/><br/>""Oh, sorry brother. I do sometimes forget you're sen-"" She stopped, and chuckled nervously again as she got a murderous glare from her little brother. She turned back to Mehran and Niloofar. ""So... Can I have a try of that curry?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Ah, pleased to meet you,"" Niloofar gleefully greeted, setting the pot on the table as she bowed, ""and of course you can try! I'll get a bowl for you.""<br/><br/>Staggering back from the water cooler, Mehran's lips were noticeably redder than before. His equally rosy tongue out as he tried to expel the pungent taste, he appeared a bit tongue tied to speak properly. Still, he did make an introductory bow to Jon as he turned back to Jynna. Waving them off and making indistinguishable sounds as he gestured at Niloofar, he seemed desperate to dissuade them, much to his sister's chagrin.<br/><br/>""How cruel,"" Niloofar sneered, brushing him off as she carried a small bowl over with a crisp papadum chip dipped in. Handing her the bowl and a pair of utensils, she chimed, ""here you go!~ I noticed they had premium Kusanagi beef, so I took the opportunity to experiment. Hope it's not too bad. You can have some too, if you want, Mr Jonran."""
10549,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=200,2015-02-02T05:48:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Wolfenium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23361157#p23361157"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23361064#p23361064"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""I wouldn't mind trying some."" Jynna spoke, ever the adventurous if mildly reckless Jyn, heading towards the two of them. Jon had already gotten her food. He was eating somewhat light, a small salad with some fish native to his home planet. He looked at Jynna and then the two of them, waiting for Jynna to tell him who they were. <br/><br/>She looked over to her brother, chuckling nervously. ""Oh right... Sorry."" She looked back to Niloofar and Mehran. ""This is Jonran, or Jon. My little brother."" Quite litteraly, Jon was practically dwarfed by Jyn, in fact he was unusually short and somewhat wiry. ""Jon, this is Mehran and Niloofar."" <br/><br/>Jon nodded. ""Pleased to meet you both."" He replied with a raised eyebrow, already guessing the two of them were brother and sister. ""And will you stop calling me ""little"" Jyn, I'm almost as old as you."" <br/><br/>""Oh, sorry brother. I do sometimes forget you're sen-"" She stopped, and chuckled nervously again as she got a murderous glare from her little brother. She turned back to Mehran and Niloofar. ""So... Can I have a try of that curry?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Ah, pleased to meet you,"" Niloofar gleefully greeted, setting the pot on the table as she bowed, ""and of course you can try! I'll get a bowl for you.""<br/><br/>Staggering back from the water cooler, Mehran's lips were noticeably redder than before. His equally rosy tongue out as he tried to expel the pungent taste, he appeared a bit tongue tied to speak properly. Still, he did make an introductory bow to Jon as he turned back to Jynna. Waving them off and making indistinguishable sounds as he gestured at Niloofar, he seemed desperate to dissuade them, much to his sister's chagrin.<br/><br/>""How cruel,"" Niloofar sneered, brushing him off as she carried a small bowl over with a crisp papadum chip dipped in. Handing her the bowl and a pair of utensils, she chimed, ""here you go!~ I noticed they had premium Kusanagi beef, so I took the opportunity to experiment. Hope it's not too bad. You can have some too, if you want, Mr Jonran.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Jon is okay if you want"" Jonran replied, feeling a little uncomfortable with the Mr prefix. He shrugged, supposing it couldn't be that bad. After all he had tried curry before... ""I wouldn't mind trying some."" Jyn let him go first, he took some of the papadum and dipped it in.<br/><br/>""Now you have no problem with sharing?"" Jyn said, raising an eyebrow.<br/><br/>""Shut up."" he muttered, tasting the curry.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Actually not bad.</span>He thought, he smiled, consuming the rest of the papadum.<span style=""font-style: italic"">You know, I quite like th- <span style=""font-size: 85%; line-height: 116%;"">oh dear... hereee it comes</span></span>that was when the spice hit. He felt like someone had shoved alight white phosphorus in his mouth. He carefully handed the bowl over to Jyn and ran to the water cooler to save his burning tongue.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, Jyn had taken the opportunity to try some, having a hardier constitution than her brother, though it was still somewhat overwhelming, though she could take it. Then again, it was much too powerful for her to have a whole meal out of. Jyn gave an approving smile. ""It's good... very hot but good."" She looked over to Jon and shrugged."
10550,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=200,2015-02-02T06:11:00,Wolfenium,"<blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23361249#p23361249"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Wolfenium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23361157#p23361157"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""Ah, pleased to meet you,"" Niloofar gleefully greeted, setting the pot on the table as she bowed, ""and of course you can try! I'll get a bowl for you.""<br/><br/>Staggering back from the water cooler, Mehran's lips were noticeably redder than before. His equally rosy tongue out as he tried to expel the pungent taste, he appeared a bit tongue tied to speak properly. Still, he did make an introductory bow to Jon as he turned back to Jynna. Waving them off and making indistinguishable sounds as he gestured at Niloofar, he seemed desperate to dissuade them, much to his sister's chagrin.<br/><br/>""How cruel,"" Niloofar sneered, brushing him off as she carried a small bowl over with a crisp papadum chip dipped in. Handing her the bowl and a pair of utensils, she chimed, ""here you go!~ I noticed they had premium Kusanagi beef, so I took the opportunity to experiment. Hope it's not too bad. You can have some too, if you want, Mr Jonran.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Jon is okay if you want"" Jonran replied, feeling a little uncomfortable with the Mr prefix. He shrugged, supposing it couldn't be that bad. After all he had tried curry before... ""I wouldn't mind trying some."" Jyn let him go first, he took some of the papadum and dipped it in. <br/><br/>""Now you have no problem with sharing?"" Jyn said, raising an eyebrow. <br/><br/>""Shut up."" he muttered, tasting the curry. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Actually not bad.</span> He thought, he smiled, consuming the rest of the papadum. <span style=""font-style: italic"">You know, I quite like th- <span style=""font-size: 85%; line-height: 116%;"">oh dear... hereee it comes</span></span> that was when the spice hit. He felt like someone had shoved alight white phosphorus in his mouth. He carefully handed the bowl over to Jyn and ran to the water cooler to save his burning tongue. <br/><br/>Meanwhile, Jyn had taken the opportunity to try some, having a hardier constitution than her brother, though it was still somewhat overwhelming, though she could take it. Then again, it was much too powerful for her to have a whole meal out of. Jyn gave an approving smile. ""It's good... very hot but good."" She looked over to Jon and shrugged.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>For a moment, Jon's frantic escape for the cooler quite dampened her mood again. She had trouble understanding how small the threshold of an average person would be against her sort of curry. Fortunately, Jynna was remarkably resilient to the scalding spices. Hearing her praise, she squealed with glowing appreciation, ""thank you! I added<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bhut_jolokia"" rel=""nofollow"">bhut jolokia</a>ghost peppers for that extra kick. I'm glad you like it! If you want, I could offer more.""<br/><br/>""Naw, I don dink dat's waise,"" Mehran interjected, recovering some ability to speak. Holding her hand, he simply stated, ""jus suich out de hot pebbers for someding milder. Maybe den, peopal wound be moar eager to dasde id.""<br/><br/>Put off, she grumbled, ""it's not my fault you can't take ghost peppers. The food's getting cold. I'm taking my dinner now.""<br/><br/>And with that, the girl quickly went back to her pot, serving herself some curry as she proceeded to dig in. Shaking his head at her stubborn demeanour, Mehran finally rolled back his tongue and answered, ""sorry. She has a bit of trouble understanding people's threshold for pain. Here,"" he offered his bowl of yoghurt, ""have some yoghurt. It'll cool the sting of the peppers. I can always get another bowl, don't worry."""
10551,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=200,2015-02-02T16:38:00,The Unites State-Of-Minds,"<blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23361064#p23361064"">wrote</a>:</cite>Vyna smiled as Arogisl approached her, remembering what pleasant conversation he had been, though her smile wavered somewhat when she mentioned the match. ""it... was indeed an enjoyable match for the most part. Mehran was a worthy opponent indeed... How was yours?"" She was reluctant to elaborate on what she meant by ""for the most part"" at this moment, as skewering another fellow student was still somewhat embarrassing. She felt uncomfortable for a moment, then continued speaking, noticing the other students meal. ""That seems like an interesting dish you have there. Mind if I ask what it is exactly?"" </div></blockquote><br/><br/>Oblivious to Vyna's apparent change of heart in regards to the match, Arogisl responded cheerfully,<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Well, I am most pleased to hear that you enjoyed yourself.""</span><br/>and was all but too happy to discuss the nature of his own battle, but when questioned about his food, it was his turn for his expression to falter as he became somewhat evasive in his spech.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""What, this? It is but a common dish among the worlds of my home. I thought that seeing as the AI had little difficulty in producing the dish that it may have been common here as well, but you're more then welcome to try some if you so desire.""</span><br/><br/>Seeking to shift the topic back to that of combat, he answered Vyna's initial question,<span style=""font-style: italic"">""But as for my match, I regret to say it was inconclusive, ending in a tie. My opponent was quite the fighter, and one utilizing methods I find myself ill equipped to deal with.""</span>"
10552,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=200,2015-02-03T03:43:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Wolfenium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23361321#p23361321"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23361249#p23361249"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Jon is okay if you want"" Jonran replied, feeling a little uncomfortable with the Mr prefix. He shrugged, supposing it couldn't be that bad. After all he had tried curry before... ""I wouldn't mind trying some."" Jyn let him go first, he took some of the papadum and dipped it in. <br/><br/>""Now you have no problem with sharing?"" Jyn said, raising an eyebrow. <br/><br/>""Shut up."" he muttered, tasting the curry. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Actually not bad.</span> He thought, he smiled, consuming the rest of the papadum. <span style=""font-style: italic"">You know, I quite like th- <span style=""font-size: 85%; line-height: 116%;"">oh dear... hereee it comes</span></span> that was when the spice hit. He felt like someone had shoved alight white phosphorus in his mouth. He carefully handed the bowl over to Jyn and ran to the water cooler to save his burning tongue. <br/><br/>Meanwhile, Jyn had taken the opportunity to try some, having a hardier constitution than her brother, though it was still somewhat overwhelming, though she could take it. Then again, it was much too powerful for her to have a whole meal out of. Jyn gave an approving smile. ""It's good... very hot but good."" She looked over to Jon and shrugged.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>For a moment, Jon's frantic escape for the cooler quite dampened her mood again. She had trouble understanding how small the threshold of an average person would be against her sort of curry. Fortunately, Jynna was remarkably resilient to the scalding spices. Hearing her praise, she squealed with glowing appreciation, ""thank you! I added <a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bhut_jolokia"" rel=""nofollow"">bhut jolokia</a> ghost peppers for that extra kick. I'm glad you like it! If you want, I could offer more.""<br/><br/>""Naw, I don dink dat's waise,"" Mehran interjected, recovering some ability to speak. Holding her hand, he simply stated, ""jus suich out de hot pebbers for someding milder. Maybe den, peopal wound be moar eager to dasde id.""<br/><br/>Put off, she grumbled, ""it's not my fault you can't take ghost peppers. The food's getting cold. I'm taking my dinner now.""<br/><br/>And with that, the girl quickly went back to her pot, serving herself some curry as she proceeded to dig in. Shaking his head at her stubborn demeanour, Mehran finally rolled back his tongue and answered, ""sorry. She has a bit of trouble understanding people's threshold for pain. Here,"" he offered his bowl of yoghurt, ""have some yoghurt. It'll cool the sting of the peppers. I can always get another bowl, don't worry.""</div></blockquote><br/>Jyn was about to say she was fine, after all though it was burning her mouth intensely, she quite liked the curry. However, at that moment Jon decided to return, looking somewhat shell shocked by the ghost pepers. He quickly took the bowl. 'Tanks"" he spurted through burnt tongue, grabbing a small spoon and tasting it, sighing in relief almost comically.<br/><br/>He coughed slightly, recovering decently quickly. ""I'm assuming you've already met my sister Vynaria. After all she's often keen on socialization."" Jon commented, a little bitter bite to the comment, grabbing his food back from Jyn who had held it for him as he rushed to the water.<br/><br/>Jyn nodded, then looked to Mehran, oblivious of her brothers repressed bile. ""Oh, thats right. You fought Vyna."" She recalled. ""How'd it go? I had forgot to ask her.""<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>The Unites State-Of-Minds <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23367531#p23367531"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23361064#p23361064"">wrote</a>:</cite>Vyna smiled as Arogisl approached her, remembering what pleasant conversation he had been, though her smile wavered somewhat when she mentioned the match. ""it... was indeed an enjoyable match for the most part. Mehran was a worthy opponent indeed... How was yours?"" She was reluctant to elaborate on what she meant by ""for the most part"" at this moment, as skewering another fellow student was still somewhat embarrassing. She felt uncomfortable for a moment, then continued speaking, noticing the other students meal. ""That seems like an interesting dish you have there. Mind if I ask what it is exactly?"" </div></blockquote><br/><br/>Oblivious to Vyna's apparent change of heart in regards to the match, Arogisl responded cheerfully, <span style=""font-style: italic"">""Well, I am most pleased to hear that you enjoyed yourself.""</span> <br/>and was all but too happy to discuss the nature of his own battle, but when questioned about his food, it was his turn for his expression to falter as he became somewhat evasive in his spech. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""What, this? It is but a common dish among the worlds of my home. I thought that seeing as the AI had little difficulty in producing the dish that it may have been common here as well, but you're more then welcome to try some if you so desire.""</span><br/><br/>Seeking to shift the topic back to that of combat, he answered Vyna's initial question, <span style=""font-style: italic"">""But as for my match, I regret to say it was inconclusive, ending in a tie. My opponent was quite the fighter, and one utilizing methods I find myself ill equipped to deal with.""</span></div></blockquote><br/>""I'll be sure to give it a try later."" She replied politely. Unlike the rest of her family, she could be quite hesitant when it came to food, and the food seemed... still alive. She did not comment on that though. ""You're welcome to try some of mine too. It's a somewhat unfamiliar dish to me, but I had heard tell that it was good from those of the neighboring sector.<br/><br/>""A tie... that's interesting..."" She commented, clearly surprised by his answer. She didn't know a tie could be possible. ""Who was your opponent, out of curiosity?"""
10553,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=200,2015-02-03T05:04:00,Wolfenium,"<blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23373200#p23373200"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Wolfenium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23361321#p23361321"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>For a moment, Jon's frantic escape for the cooler quite dampened her mood again. She had trouble understanding how small the threshold of an average person would be against her sort of curry. Fortunately, Jynna was remarkably resilient to the scalding spices. Hearing her praise, she squealed with glowing appreciation, ""thank you! I added <a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bhut_jolokia"" rel=""nofollow"">bhut jolokia</a> ghost peppers for that extra kick. I'm glad you like it! If you want, I could offer more.""<br/><br/>""Naw, I don dink dat's waise,"" Mehran interjected, recovering some ability to speak. Holding her hand, he simply stated, ""jus suich out de hot pebbers for someding milder. Maybe den, peopal wound be moar eager to dasde id.""<br/><br/>Put off, she grumbled, ""it's not my fault you can't take ghost peppers. The food's getting cold. I'm taking my dinner now.""<br/><br/>And with that, the girl quickly went back to her pot, serving herself some curry as she proceeded to dig in. Shaking his head at her stubborn demeanour, Mehran finally rolled back his tongue and answered, ""sorry. She has a bit of trouble understanding people's threshold for pain. Here,"" he offered his bowl of yoghurt, ""have some yoghurt. It'll cool the sting of the peppers. I can always get another bowl, don't worry.""</div></blockquote><br/>Jyn was about to say she was fine, after all though it was burning her mouth intensely, she quite liked the curry. However, at that moment Jon decided to return, looking somewhat shell shocked by the ghost pepers. He quickly took the bowl. 'Tanks"" he spurted through burnt tongue, grabbing a small spoon and tasting it, sighing in relief almost comically. <br/><br/>He coughed slightly, recovering decently quickly. ""I'm assuming you've already met my sister Vynaria. After all she's often keen on socialization."" Jon commented, a little bitter bite to the comment, grabbing his food back from Jyn who had held it for him as he rushed to the water. <br/><br/>Jyn nodded, then looked to Mehran, oblivious of her brothers repressed bile. ""Oh, thats right. You fought Vyna."" She recalled. ""How'd it go? I had forgot to ask her."" </div></blockquote><br/><br/>Watching Jon's rather sour look, Mehran could not help but empathize with a sulk. He could not imagine how anyone could stand Niloofar's pungent cooking, and he had to applaud Jyn for holding up despite the level of heat. Admittedly, she was a lot better at the craft than her first try. However, her own personal tastes did little to score her points all around.<br/><br/>However, shifting his gaze back to Jyn, he noted, ""ah, her. It was a good fight. A couple of accidents in the middle, sadly, but nothing to be incredibly worried about. I just wished it had gone more smoothly.""<br/><br/>""'Smoothly',"" griped Niloofar with an agitated gaze, ""you could have died, Brother! Do you know how nervous I was when I saw that sword in your gut!? If anything happened to you, I would have-""<br/><br/>However, taking a glance at Jyn, Niloofar retracted her statement, apologizing in discomfort, ""sorry... I know I shouldn't blame your sister... Accidents happen... I just can't help it!... I don't want to answer to our parents if the worst happened then...""<br/><br/>Rubbing her arm, Niloofar felt a bit awkward about the situation. She had let off a lot of steam back at the arena, and she felt rather guilty for taking her anger out at the girls there. If she could, she would try to apologize. But Niloofar was also a prideful young warrior. She hated being answerable to anybody, even if she was wrong, herself.<br/><br/>""Besides which, what about yours,"" she asked Jyn, diverting the question, ""my brother said you were up against some emo who was playing tricks on people on board the chariot earlier today. How'd you fare?"""
10554,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=200,2015-02-03T06:12:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Wolfenium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23373428#p23373428"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23373200#p23373200"">wrote</a>:</cite>Jyn was about to say she was fine, after all though it was burning her mouth intensely, she quite liked the curry. However, at that moment Jon decided to return, looking somewhat shell shocked by the ghost pepers. He quickly took the bowl. 'Tanks"" he spurted through burnt tongue, grabbing a small spoon and tasting it, sighing in relief almost comically. <br/><br/>He coughed slightly, recovering decently quickly. ""I'm assuming you've already met my sister Vynaria. After all she's often keen on socialization."" Jon commented, a little bitter bite to the comment, grabbing his food back from Jyn who had held it for him as he rushed to the water. <br/><br/>Jyn nodded, then looked to Mehran, oblivious of her brothers repressed bile. ""Oh, thats right. You fought Vyna."" She recalled. ""How'd it go? I had forgot to ask her."" </div></blockquote><br/><br/>Watching Jon's rather sour look, Mehran could not help but empathize with a sulk. He could not imagine how anyone could stand Niloofar's pungent cooking, and he had to applaud Jyn for holding up despite the level of heat. Admittedly, she was a lot better at the craft than her first try. However, her own personal tastes did little to score her points all around.<br/><br/>However, shifting his gaze back to Jyn, he noted, ""ah, her. It was a good fight. A couple of accidents in the middle, sadly, but nothing to be incredibly worried about. I just wished it had gone more smoothly.""<br/><br/>""'Smoothly',"" griped Niloofar with an agitated gaze, ""you could have died, Brother! Do you know how nervous I was when I saw that sword in your gut!? If anything happened to you, I would have-""<br/><br/>However, taking a glance at Jyn, Niloofar retracted her statement, apologizing in discomfort, ""sorry... I know I shouldn't blame your sister... Accidents happen... I just can't help it!... I don't want to answer to our parents if the worst happened then...""<br/><br/>Rubbing her arm, Niloofar felt a bit awkward about the situation. She had let off a lot of steam back at the arena, and she felt rather guilty for taking her anger out at the girls there. If she could, she would try to apologize. But Niloofar was also a prideful young warrior. She hated being answerable to anybody, even if she was wrong, herself.<br/><br/>""Besides which, what about yours,"" she asked Jyn, diverting the question, ""my brother said you were up against some emo who was playing tricks on people on board the chariot earlier today. How'd you fare?""</div></blockquote><br/>""My sister stabbed you in the gut!?"" Jyn asked rather loudly, surprised by this. An annoyed expression on her face, irritation, embrasment and concern. Besides her being Jyn's loving sister, Vyna's actions reflected on all of them. If she made a mistake, it tarnished the whole family name. And Jyn genuinely cared about Vynaria's own reputation too.<br/><br/>Jyn turned to Niloofar. ""There is no need to apologize, I understand your concern for your brother."" She replied. ""I assume it was an accident... but still... I apologize on her behalf if she has not already.""<br/><br/>""Knowing how pig headed and prideful she can be, she probably hasn't."" Jon commented. Jon looked not at all surprised by this development. ""Wonderful. First day at school and my sisters are already causing major injuries."" He looked to Mehran. ""I hope she didn't hurt you too much.""<br/><br/>""You give Vynaria too little credit brother. I'm sure she did the right thing and apologized."" Jyn said, turning back to Niloofar and Mehran. ""She did say sorry, right?"" She had a face of concern on at the moment, hoping the hole her sister had dug herself wasn't too deep."
10555,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=200,2015-02-03T06:36:00,Wolfenium,"<blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23373697#p23373697"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Wolfenium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23373428#p23373428"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Watching Jon's rather sour look, Mehran could not help but empathize with a sulk. He could not imagine how anyone could stand Niloofar's pungent cooking, and he had to applaud Jyn for holding up despite the level of heat. Admittedly, she was a lot better at the craft than her first try. However, her own personal tastes did little to score her points all around.<br/><br/>However, shifting his gaze back to Jyn, he noted, ""ah, her. It was a good fight. A couple of accidents in the middle, sadly, but nothing to be incredibly worried about. I just wished it had gone more smoothly.""<br/><br/>""'Smoothly',"" griped Niloofar with an agitated gaze, ""you could have died, Brother! Do you know how nervous I was when I saw that sword in your gut!? If anything happened to you, I would have-""<br/><br/>However, taking a glance at Jyn, Niloofar retracted her statement, apologizing in discomfort, ""sorry... I know I shouldn't blame your sister... Accidents happen... I just can't help it!... I don't want to answer to our parents if the worst happened then...""<br/><br/>Rubbing her arm, Niloofar felt a bit awkward about the situation. She had let off a lot of steam back at the arena, and she felt rather guilty for taking her anger out at the girls there. If she could, she would try to apologize. But Niloofar was also a prideful young warrior. She hated being answerable to anybody, even if she was wrong, herself.<br/><br/>""Besides which, what about yours,"" she asked Jyn, diverting the question, ""my brother said you were up against some emo who was playing tricks on people on board the chariot earlier today. How'd you fare?""</div></blockquote><br/>""My sister stabbed you in the gut!?"" Jyn asked rather loudly, surprised by this. An annoyed expression on her face, irritation, embrasment and concern. Besides her being Jyn's loving sister, Vyna's actions reflected on all of them. If she made a mistake, it tarnished the whole family name. And Jyn genuinely cared about Vynaria's own reputation too. <br/><br/>Jyn turned to Niloofar. ""There is no need to apologize, I understand your concern for your brother."" She replied. ""I assume it was an accident... but still... I apologize on her behalf if she has not already.""<br/><br/>""Knowing how pig headed and prideful she can be, she probably hasn't."" Jon commented. Jon looked not at all surprised by this development. ""Wonderful. First day at school and my sisters are already causing major injuries."" He looked to Mehran. ""I hope she didn't hurt you too much."" <br/><br/>""You give Vynaria too little credit brother. I'm sure she did the right thing and apologized."" Jyn said, turning back to Niloofar and Mehran. ""She did say sorry, right?"" She had a face of concern on at the moment, hoping the hole her sister had dug herself wasn't too deep.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Giving an assuring smile, Mehran quipped, ""you should place more trust in her, the two of you. Miss Vynaria may come off as another upper class type, but she's not without civility. She looked distressed and apologized profusely for the accident. I told her not to mind it and challenge me some other time instead.""<br/><br/>""You're too kind, Brother,"" Niloofar groaned, ""I'd have her the heat if I were on her end of the blade.""<br/><br/>""You like to give others the heat, don't you,"" Mehran spoke, still a bit miffed by his taste test earlier, ""please, learn to loosen a bit. You're not going to make many friends with that kind of attitude.""<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Like you're here to make friends,</span>"" retorted the pouting girl, looking away in a equally indignant look.<br/><br/>For a moment, Mehran paused slightly at Niloofar's mention of his behaviour. True, for a while, he had put his intentions for a short stay in the academy at the back of his mind. He did not question the hospitality provided by the school and its body. But some things were just not agreeable for him, and his tutelage under the Xorshids dominated his every thought. The grim outlook on his face made it readily apparent his rather conflicted position. After a brief moment, he quietly snapped back to the conversation, his tone noticeably more terse than before.<br/><br/>""Yes, I apologize,"" Mehran told them, ""I'm was just in a bit of a lull. To be frank, I might not stay long in the Silver Hand. I have a task from our order to obtain tomes from the Phantom Blade for safekeeping in Mervarid. I didn't expect my sister's arrival, but I feel I should stay on that task regardless. There are certain philosophies practiced here that I do not agree with. I will not try to force my views on anyone, but I have to ask that you forgive me if I offend you in any way."""
10556,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=200,2015-02-03T09:08:00,Atlannia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kassaran <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23348029#p23348029"">wrote</a>:</cite>The voice was so faint in having been behind him within the crowded confines of the cafeteria that Rystan almost missed what had been said. His eyes narrowed and he let his gaze fall from the view outside to the ground behind him. He was a rather tall fellow, but the student whom had spoken to him was one of the new arrivals alongside him. It also appeared he had caughten a whiff of Rystan's meal and was currently asking how it be pronounced so presumably he might order some. It was a most intriguing situation for the young man mind you because perhaps for the first time in his life, he wasn't being talked up or down to, but rather, just simply talked to. He smiled and walked over to the booth the boy was in. He was the one from the foreign order, one that he'd never heard of though this would have been unsurprising given Rystan naturally came from one of the msot unreached sectors in the galaxies. If this was the case, then it was highly possible for one to be of significant power, but of a nearly unheard of status in comparison to the larger orders like the Phantom Blade.<br/><br/>Moving to the student's side, he leaned over and spoke to the machine,"" Viriell Shi'aquil, standard dish of Sector 1002-dash-335.""<br/><br/>the machine complied and began to hum softly as the meal was prepared, he turned to the student and decided to give him the warning he figure he was near contractually obligated to give the student,"" mind you, its a powerful dish, incredibly rich in flavor and texture, these vegetables here,"" he paused to use a small eating utensil to point out the living food on his plate,"" is technically spoiled, but the way it has been grown, it has become very stale. The sauces boiled into it to culture the bacteria upon it gives it the flavor, the bacteria gives it the sweeter taste alongside the noodles which have been soaked in a special root glaze also from my home planet. An easy enough meal, but don't let it intimidate you. I hear it is often compared to a sort of nut desert, even in spite of its high nutritional content.""<br/><br/>Turning away, Rystan began to walk away once again, he had done what he figured had been asked of him so thus he'd be better off not troubling the student anymore. Then again, maybe he had wanted to speak with someone? Rystan smiled to himself and shook his head again, somehow he must appear some sort of demented for seemign to react visibly to his own thoughts. This again was perhaps moreover a cultural quirk than a personal flaw, but hardly something to be taken lightly.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Much obliged,"" said Alfenn, taking the dish and giving it an experimental sniff. It smelled just as good up close, better even. The boy's warning had been mildly concerning but then again plenty of foods had bacteria in them at one stage or another and the dish was in front of him now. with a small shrug Alfenn coiled up some noodles with his fork and took a bite, chewing and rolling around the food in his mouth with a thoughtful frown. ""Hmm,"" he said before taking another bite. ""That's not bad actually, pretty good actually,"" He turned his head to see the other boy walking away, apparently lost in his own thoughts. Alfenn watched him leave without comment, deciding he had impinged upon his time enough already. As soon as the other boy had left though he hurried out of the booth, not wanting to occupy it longer than necessary. Once free he made for a vacant table near the edge of the room to eat his meal and engage in some light people watching. Finding a suitable location Alfenn settled down and began trying to pick out his new classmates, curious to see of he could learn anything useful about them."
10557,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=200,2015-02-04T02:46:00,The Unites State-Of-Minds,"<blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23373200#p23373200"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I'll be sure to give it a try later."" She replied politely. Unlike the rest of her family, she could be quite hesitant when it came to food, and the food seemed... still alive. She did not comment on that though. ""You're welcome to try some of mine too. It's a somewhat unfamiliar dish to me, but I had heard tell that it was good from those of the neighboring sector. <br/><br/>""A tie... that's interesting..."" She commented, clearly surprised by his answer. She didn't know a tie could be possible. ""Who was your opponent, out of curiosity?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Arogisl's cheerful demeanor faltered for a moment as he grappled with his poor memory for names before managing an answer, glancing around as he spoke to see if the individual of discussion had happened nearby.<br/><br/>""If i recall correctly her name was Elsis Salasanger. In actuality we passed her on our way over, she was engaged in a seemingly heated discussion regarding the historical viability of Vermilion so I doubt she took much notice of our passing. As for the unorthodox conclusion to our engagement, the adjudicator declared it a draw before we could reconcile on our own."""
10558,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=200,2015-02-04T06:02:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Wolfenium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23373832#p23373832"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23373697#p23373697"">wrote</a>:</cite>""My sister stabbed you in the gut!?"" Jyn asked rather loudly, surprised by this. An annoyed expression on her face, irritation, embrasment and concern. Besides her being Jyn's loving sister, Vyna's actions reflected on all of them. If she made a mistake, it tarnished the whole family name. And Jyn genuinely cared about Vynaria's own reputation too. <br/><br/>Jyn turned to Niloofar. ""There is no need to apologize, I understand your concern for your brother."" She replied. ""I assume it was an accident... but still... I apologize on her behalf if she has not already.""<br/><br/>""Knowing how pig headed and prideful she can be, she probably hasn't."" Jon commented. Jon looked not at all surprised by this development. ""Wonderful. First day at school and my sisters are already causing major injuries."" He looked to Mehran. ""I hope she didn't hurt you too much."" <br/><br/>""You give Vynaria too little credit brother. I'm sure she did the right thing and apologized."" Jyn said, turning back to Niloofar and Mehran. ""She did say sorry, right?"" She had a face of concern on at the moment, hoping the hole her sister had dug herself wasn't too deep.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Giving an assuring smile, Mehran quipped, ""you should place more trust in her, the two of you. Miss Vynaria may come off as another upper class type, but she's not without civility. She looked distressed and apologized profusely for the accident. I told her not to mind it and challenge me some other time instead.""<br/><br/>""You're too kind, Brother,"" Niloofar groaned, ""I'd have her the heat if I were on her end of the blade.""<br/><br/>""You like to give others the heat, don't you,"" Mehran spoke, still a bit miffed by his taste test earlier, ""please, learn to loosen a bit. You're not going to make many friends with that kind of attitude.""<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Like you're here to make friends,</span>"" retorted the pouting girl, looking away in a equally indignant look.<br/><br/>For a moment, Mehran paused slightly at Niloofar's mention of his behaviour. True, for a while, he had put his intentions for a short stay in the academy at the back of his mind. He did not question the hospitality provided by the school and its body. But some things were just not agreeable for him, and his tutelage under the Xorshids dominated his every thought. The grim outlook on his face made it readily apparent his rather conflicted position. After a brief moment, he quietly snapped back to the conversation, his tone noticeably more terse than before.<br/><br/>""Yes, I apologize,"" Mehran told them, ""I'm was just in a bit of a lull. To be frank, I might not stay long in the Silver Hand. I have a task from our order to obtain tomes from the Phantom Blade for safekeeping in Mervarid. I didn't expect my sister's arrival, but I feel I should stay on that task regardless. There are certain philosophies practiced here that I do not agree with. I will not try to force my views on anyone, but I have to ask that you forgive me if I offend you in any way.""</div></blockquote><br/>Jon raised an eyebrow and Jyn shrugged. The sister was a little disapointed that the two of them wouldn't be staying long, after all he was one of the few people she had actually talked to. Jon wasn't quite sure what to say at first, the heat of the curry still distracting him somewhat. However he decided it might be best to speak.<br/><br/>""There's no need to apologize. You've not offended either of us at all. Not all us Phantom Blade types have closed minds when it comes to differing points of view."" Jon said, it was true, coming from a more liberal family. ""We can accept that you may have different opinions to us, and we'll not blame you for it."" He continued. ""Though... I'm not sure if the same goes for Alris if you ever meet him..."" Jon muttered under his breath<br/><br/>Jon smiled before he continued. ""Also, it'd be rather hypocritical for be to be upset by something someone else says."" Jon replied in a slightly quieter voice.<br/><br/>Jyn again shrugged. ""I concur, there is no need to fear offending me or Jon."" She said simply. ""Though, we hope even if your stay isn't long that it is at least enjoyable.""<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>The Unites State-Of-Minds <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23384459#p23384459"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23373200#p23373200"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I'll be sure to give it a try later."" She replied politely. Unlike the rest of her family, she could be quite hesitant when it came to food, and the food seemed... still alive. She did not comment on that though. ""You're welcome to try some of mine too. It's a somewhat unfamiliar dish to me, but I had heard tell that it was good from those of the neighboring sector. <br/><br/>""A tie... that's interesting..."" She commented, clearly surprised by his answer. She didn't know a tie could be possible. ""Who was your opponent, out of curiosity?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Arogisl's cheerful demeanor faltered for a moment as he grappled with his poor memory for names before managing an answer, glancing around as he spoke to see if the individual of discussion had happened nearby. <br/><br/>""If i recall correctly her name was Elsis Salasanger. In actuality we passed her on our way over, she was engaged in a seemingly heated discussion regarding the historical viability of Vermilion so I doubt she took much notice of our passing. As for the unorthodox conclusion to our engagement, the adjudicator declared it a draw before we could reconcile on our own.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Ah... i was wondering how a draw would be possible... Did you run out of time or something of that like?"" She asked, much more comfortable talking about his duel than her own. ""Also, you spoke of that being a local dish for your home. Where exactly do you come from if you don't mind me asking?"" She questioned, though she stopped after that one as she didn't want to seem like she was interrogating this man."
10559,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=200,2015-02-05T03:15:00,Wolfenium,"<blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23385040#p23385040"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Wolfenium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23373832#p23373832"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Giving an assuring smile, Mehran quipped, ""you should place more trust in her, the two of you. Miss Vynaria may come off as another upper class type, but she's not without civility. She looked distressed and apologized profusely for the accident. I told her not to mind it and challenge me some other time instead.""<br/><br/>""You're too kind, Brother,"" Niloofar groaned, ""I'd have her the heat if I were on her end of the blade.""<br/><br/>""You like to give others the heat, don't you,"" Mehran spoke, still a bit miffed by his taste test earlier, ""please, learn to loosen a bit. You're not going to make many friends with that kind of attitude.""<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Like you're here to make friends,</span>"" retorted the pouting girl, looking away in a equally indignant look.<br/><br/>For a moment, Mehran paused slightly at Niloofar's mention of his behaviour. True, for a while, he had put his intentions for a short stay in the academy at the back of his mind. He did not question the hospitality provided by the school and its body. But some things were just not agreeable for him, and his tutelage under the Xorshids dominated his every thought. The grim outlook on his face made it readily apparent his rather conflicted position. After a brief moment, he quietly snapped back to the conversation, his tone noticeably more terse than before.<br/><br/>""Yes, I apologize,"" Mehran told them, ""I'm was just in a bit of a lull. To be frank, I might not stay long in the Silver Hand. I have a task from our order to obtain tomes from the Phantom Blade for safekeeping in Mervarid. I didn't expect my sister's arrival, but I feel I should stay on that task regardless. There are certain philosophies practiced here that I do not agree with. I will not try to force my views on anyone, but I have to ask that you forgive me if I offend you in any way.""</div></blockquote><br/>Jon raised an eyebrow and Jyn shrugged. The sister was a little disappointed that the two of them wouldn't be staying long, after all he was one of the few people she had actually talked to. Jon wasn't quite sure what to say at first, the heat of the curry still distracting him somewhat. However he decided it might be best to speak. <br/><br/>""There's no need to apologize. You've not offended either of us at all. Not all us Phantom Blade types have closed minds when it comes to differing points of view."" Jon said, it was true, coming from a more liberal family. ""We can accept that you may have different opinions to us, and we'll not blame you for it."" He continued. ""Though... I'm not sure if the same goes for Alris if you ever meet him..."" Jon muttered under his breath<br/><br/>Jon smiled before he continued. ""Also, it'd be rather hypocritical for be to be upset by something someone else says."" Jon replied in a slightly quieter voice. <br/><br/>Jyn again shrugged. ""I concur, there is no need to fear offending me or Jon."" She said simply. ""Though, we hope even if your stay isn't long that it is at least enjoyable.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""I'm glad to hear it,"" Mehran answered, ""I suppose I'll try to make my trip here as memorable as possible. No one would feel good sulking all the time, would we?""<br/><br/>""Anyway, it's quite a sight to see so many of your family in the same class as you,"" Niloofar remarked, loosening up a bit, ""we hardly see each other even in the same madrese back home. It's about the same size as this school, though it's a lot gloomier, being underground. It might be since we take different subjects for our field of study. If you asked him to read a book that isn't a training manual or action novel, he usually end up bored to tears.""<br/><br/>By reflex, Mehran quietly pulled his visor back on, quite keen to hide his embarrassment over her statement. Looking aside, he made a quick glance at Vyna as she chatted with what looked like one of their classmates on the fight. Focusing back on the others, he never seemed to be able to put his full focus on the conversation. Perhaps it was exactly what he said earlier on the chariot; he was never good with doing 'small talk'."
10560,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=200,2015-02-06T07:26:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Wolfenium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23397361#p23397361"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23385040#p23385040"">wrote</a>:</cite>Jon raised an eyebrow and Jyn shrugged. The sister was a little disappointed that the two of them wouldn't be staying long, after all he was one of the few people she had actually talked to. Jon wasn't quite sure what to say at first, the heat of the curry still distracting him somewhat. However he decided it might be best to speak. <br/><br/>""There's no need to apologize. You've not offended either of us at all. Not all us Phantom Blade types have closed minds when it comes to differing points of view."" Jon said, it was true, coming from a more liberal family. ""We can accept that you may have different opinions to us, and we'll not blame you for it."" He continued. ""Though... I'm not sure if the same goes for Alris if you ever meet him..."" Jon muttered under his breath<br/><br/>Jon smiled before he continued. ""Also, it'd be rather hypocritical for be to be upset by something someone else says."" Jon replied in a slightly quieter voice. <br/><br/>Jyn again shrugged. ""I concur, there is no need to fear offending me or Jon."" She said simply. ""Though, we hope even if your stay isn't long that it is at least enjoyable.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""I'm glad to hear it,"" Mehran answered, ""I suppose I'll try to make my trip here as memorable as possible. No one would feel good sulking all the time, would we?""<br/><br/>""Anyway, it's quite a sight to see so many of your family in the same class as you,"" Niloofar remarked, loosening up a bit, ""we hardly see each other even in the same madrese back home. It's about the same size as this school, though it's a lot gloomier, being underground. It might be since we take different subjects for our field of study. If you asked him to read a book that isn't a training manual or action novel, he usually end up bored to tears.""<br/><br/>By reflex, Mehran quietly pulled his visor back on, quite keen to hide his embarrassment over her statement. Looking aside, he made a quick glance at Vyna as she chatted with what looked like one of their classmates on the fight. Focusing back on the others, he never seemed to be able to put his full focus on the conversation. Perhaps it was exactly what he said earlier on the chariot; he was never good with doing 'small talk'.</div></blockquote><br/>Jyn smiled back, comforted that they were both comfortable in this line of conversation. ""I suppose it is nice to have family around. We haven't seen each other too for some time before we came here..."" Jyn commented, when they had got the summons for the accademy, Vyna had just happened to be nearby and so they went together. ""Though considering how many of us popped up I half expected to see brother Alris to show up too..."" She shrugged.<br/><br/>Jon noticed Mehran's discomfort with a degree of empathy. If Vyna was here, Jon was sure he would be more than a bit embarrassed, and not just because of anything Vynaria had to say. He honestly hoped the source of that discomfort never came up in conversation. Pushing that from his mind for now, he looked at Niloofar. """"Indeed, apart from somewhat recently we've been a package deal... I suppose our lifestyle and the rest of our family encouraged us to form tight bonds."""
10561,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=200,2015-02-06T15:29:00,The Starlight,"<blockquote><div><cite>Sil Arion <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23340792#p23340792"">wrote</a>:</cite>-snip-</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Ellyn smiled warmly, as Aris replied, his beautiful words flowing and rising, warming her heart and soul. And as he kissed her fingers, she, as if in dream, reflected on how blessed she was to have Aris. Always, she would cherish him, and this wonderful gift of love he had, and had bestowed upon her, for him.<br/>And then, they flew once more, soaring through the sky, and again Ellyn felt the rush of glory and wonder come back to her. As they walked into the cafeteria, hand-in-hand, Ellyn responded as Aris asked her to taste one of his homeworld's dishes.<br/><br/>""I would indeed, beloved, I would love to. And I shall show you some of my own homeworld's foods, if we are not too full, but I do not think it will be the case, as we are both famished, or starfished, as those on my homeworld say."" Ellyn responded, with a soft smile."
10562,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=200,2015-02-06T20:57:00,Wolfenium,"<blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23410101#p23410101"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Wolfenium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23397361#p23397361"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""I'm glad to hear it,"" Mehran answered, ""I suppose I'll try to make my trip here as memorable as possible. No one would feel good sulking all the time, would we?""<br/><br/>""Anyway, it's quite a sight to see so many of your family in the same class as you,"" Niloofar remarked, loosening up a bit, ""we hardly see each other even in the same madrese back home. It's about the same size as this school, though it's a lot gloomier, being underground. It might be since we take different subjects for our field of study. If you asked him to read a book that isn't a training manual or action novel, he usually end up bored to tears.""<br/><br/>By reflex, Mehran quietly pulled his visor back on, quite keen to hide his embarrassment over her statement. Looking aside, he made a quick glance at Vyna as she chatted with what looked like one of their classmates on the fight. Focusing back on the others, he never seemed to be able to put his full focus on the conversation. Perhaps it was exactly what he said earlier on the chariot; he was never good with doing 'small talk'.</div></blockquote><br/>Jyn smiled back, comforted that they were both comfortable in this line of conversation. ""I suppose it is nice to have family around. We haven't seen each other too for some time before we came here..."" Jyn commented, when they had got the summons for the accademy, Vyna had just happened to be nearby and so they went together. ""Though considering how many of us popped up I half expected to see brother Alris to show up too..."" She shrugged. <br/><br/>Jon noticed Mehran's discomfort with a degree of empathy. If Vyna was here, Jon was sure he would be more than a bit embarrassed, and not just because of anything Vynaria had to say. He honestly hoped the source of that discomfort never came up in conversation. Pushing that from his mind for now, he looked at Niloofar. """"Indeed, apart from somewhat recently we've been a package deal... I suppose our lifestyle and the rest of our family encouraged us to form tight bonds.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Lifestyle,"" wondered Niloofar inquisitively, ""I always assumed noble families cared about nothing about that. There are many who were willing to kill just about their entire clan just so they inherit their fortune and castle. It's a rather scary thought compared to how austere our society is.""<br/><br/>""Greed,"" Mehran mused, ""there's little else that could drive men to depravity more. At least it's good to hear that you're not adhering to such twisted mindsets. Travesty will come the day kinship is worth less than gold.""<br/><br/>""Ah, I just recalled,"" blurted the girl out of the blue, rushing off to the side of the kitchen out of the blue. Returning with a marker and a small card folded into a prism, she scrawled a sign onto one of the faces as she displayed it in front of the pot. Returning with a satisfied smile, Niloofar appeared oblivious to her brother's strange looks. A quick glance back showed that she had written the name of the curry on the card, on display in front of the pot like a buffet item.<br/><br/>""You should put a warning on that,"" Mehran nervously alerted, adjusting his shades with a trembling hand, ""I don't want to be the next person who gets a helping of it.""<br/><br/>Defensive, Niloofar growled, ""how rude. Don't blame me for your weak stomach, brother.""<br/><br/>Grimacing quite clearly, Mehran was clearly more concerned than before. Shifting his eyes back and forth at the pot, he seemed very disturbed at any sign of people lining up in front of it. But with Niloofar just as attentive at the reception, he was quite torn at how to act. Should he try to stop anyone from eating her instant hellfire, or should he just let them take the risk?<br/><br/>But as he pondered over his options, a figure mysteriously popped into view beside him. Shocked, he watched as a pale-faced young man in long flax hair* silently scooped up a bowl of curry with a ladle, swallowing a piece of beef with an almost robotic expression. For a moment, the Xorshid was not sure if the lad was going to burst in panic at the searing spiciness like he and Jon did. After a few seconds, the sullen lad uttered a monotonous praise, ""tasty,"" walking off with the bowl as if he had only drunk chicken soup.<br/><br/>Equally astonished as her kin, Niloofar wasted no time to mock the guardian, chiming, ""see? And you said no one could take it well.""<br/><br/>""'<span style=""font-style: italic"">Well</span>'? He was practically inhuman! A man of steel! He didn't even as much as bat an eyelid eating that! That can't be normal,"" Mehran yelled in a startled tone.<br/><br/>""What does it matter if someone could take the pungency that calmly,"" Niloofar retorted, ""he said it was tasty.""<br/><br/>""He hardly sounded like he liked the taste, though,"" mused the disturbed lad, still eyeing Eamonn's back as he walked off, ""it's like he's dead inside for some reason.""<br/><br/>A second look at the lad, Mehran could recall him being part of their class. He had not heard much about the results of the arena battles, but he did recall that he was chalked up for a loss against an Aspirlacial. Eamonn did not look excessively bitter, however. In fact, he did not look like he felt anything about it. Something bothered the guardian about that lad, a sense of brooding that he dared not fathom about.<br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-size: 85%; line-height: 116%;"">*Eamonn</span>"
10563,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=225,2015-02-07T06:36:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Wolfenium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23419015#p23419015"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23410101#p23410101"">wrote</a>:</cite>Jyn smiled back, comforted that they were both comfortable in this line of conversation. ""I suppose it is nice to have family around. We haven't seen each other too for some time before we came here..."" Jyn commented, when they had got the summons for the accademy, Vyna had just happened to be nearby and so they went together. ""Though considering how many of us popped up I half expected to see brother Alris to show up too..."" She shrugged. <br/><br/>Jon noticed Mehran's discomfort with a degree of empathy. If Vyna was here, Jon was sure he would be more than a bit embarrassed, and not just because of anything Vynaria had to say. He honestly hoped the source of that discomfort never came up in conversation. Pushing that from his mind for now, he looked at Niloofar. """"Indeed, apart from somewhat recently we've been a package deal... I suppose our lifestyle and the rest of our family encouraged us to form tight bonds.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Lifestyle,"" wondered Niloofar inquisitively, ""I always assumed noble families cared about nothing about that. There are many who were willing to kill just about their entire clan just so they inherit their fortune and castle. It's a rather scary thought compared to how austere our society is.""<br/><br/>""Greed,"" Mehran mused, ""there's little else that could drive men to depravity more. At least it's good to hear that you're not adhering to such twisted mindsets. Travesty will come the day kinship is worth less than gold.""<br/><br/>""Ah, I just recalled,"" blurted the girl out of the blue, rushing off to the side of the kitchen out of the blue. Returning with a marker and a small card folded into a prism, she scrawled a sign onto one of the faces as she displayed it in front of the pot. Returning with a satisfied smile, Niloofar appeared oblivious to her brother's strange looks. A quick glance back showed that she had written the name of the curry on the card, on display in front of the pot like a buffet item.<br/><br/>""You should put a warning on that,"" Mehran nervously alerted, adjusting his shades with a trembling hand, ""I don't want to be the next person who gets a helping of it.""<br/><br/>Defensive, Niloofar growled, ""how rude. Don't blame me for your weak stomach, brother.""<br/><br/>Grimacing quite clearly, Mehran was clearly more concerned than before. Shifting his eyes back and forth at the pot, he seemed very disturbed at any sign of people lining up in front of it. But with Niloofar just as attentive at the reception, he was quite torn at how to act. Should he try to stop anyone from eating her instant hellfire, or should he just let them take the risk?<br/><br/>But as he pondered over his options, a figure mysteriously popped into view beside him. Shocked, he watched as a pale-faced young man in long flax hair* silently scooped up a bowl of curry with a ladle, swallowing a piece of beef with an almost robotic expression. For a moment, the Xorshid was not sure if the lad was going to burst in panic at the searing spiciness like he and Jon did. After a few seconds, the sullen lad uttered a monotonous praise, ""tasty,"" walking off with the bowl as if he had only drunk chicken soup. <br/><br/>Equally astonished as her kin, Niloofar wasted no time to mock the guardian, chiming, ""see? And you said no one could take it well.""<br/><br/>""'<span style=""font-style: italic"">Well</span>'? He was practically inhuman! A man of steel! He didn't even as much as bat an eyelid eating that! That can't be normal,"" Mehran yelled in a startled tone.<br/><br/>""What does it matter if someone could take the pungency that calmly,"" Niloofar retorted, ""he said it was tasty.""<br/><br/>""He hardly sounded like he liked the taste, though,"" mused the disturbed lad, still eyeing Eamonn's back as he walked off, ""it's like he's dead inside for some reason.""<br/><br/>A second look at the lad, Mehran could recall him being part of their class. He had not heard much about the results of the arena battles, but he did recall that he was chalked up for a loss against an Aspirlacial. Eamonn did not look excessively bitter, however. In fact, he did not look like he felt anything about it. Something bothered the guardian about that lad, a sense of brooding that he dared not fathom about.<br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-size: 85%; line-height: 116%;"">*Eamonn</span></div></blockquote><br/>Jon and Jyn both gave each other and odd look when Mehran mentioned the word greed. It would be hard to read exactly what they could be thinking, but there was fear in both their eyes. Fear and a mounting, creeping paranoia, which threatened to consume the both of them if left unchecked. However for now, Jyn merely cleared her throat in an attempt to dispel the awkwardness.<br/><br/>""What Niloofar says is... true unfortunately... Our parents tried to keep us away from that and arm us for such eventualities. It's an especially concerning thought."" Jyn replied, then her voice hushed slightly and her face looked somewhat uncomfortable. ""Especially since..."" Her trail of thought stopped there and Jyn clammed up. Biting her lip nervously.<br/><br/>Jon breathed a sigh of relief as he noticed Eamon coming over to the pot, distracting the other pair of siblings. But then his eyes widened as the man took from the pot with no reaction. ""How... what...?"" He stammered in confusion. ""How is he not exploding from the inside out? Maybe it's just a delayed reaction?""<br/><br/>Jyn contained her own surprise. ""I... don't see what the big deal is."" She lied. ""I liked it... It was nice."" Jyn said in half truth, her smile becoming more rigid as she wondered of he was really human.<br/><br/>""You have the constitution of a Rhidox. And even you could detect<span style=""font-style: italic"">something</span>."" Jon replied."
10564,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=225,2015-02-11T00:29:00,The Unites State-Of-Minds,"<blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23385040#p23385040"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Ah... i was wondering how a draw would be possible... Did you run out of time or something of that like?"" She asked, much more comfortable talking about his duel than her own. ""Also, you spoke of that being a local dish for your home. Where exactly do you come from if you don't mind me asking?"" She questioned, though she stopped after that one as she didn't want to seem like she was interrogating this man.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""I fear it was as true a tie as could be, as we seem to have had exhausted the defenses of the other within an instant of one another. Although, if I were to be perfectly honest, it is in all likelihood that she bested me in that regard; for although I struck my last blow before she, her own was of greater power then mine, which in a true battle would have spelled my end.""<br/><br/>""But you asked of my home? I hail of a system in the Low Southeast Quadrant, a rather small Magellanic Spiral trailing off a few hundred kiloparsecs from any major galaxy. Not too much to comment upon, if you will forgive my briefness. Few worlds were of much standing following the Chalice War, and even today many remain little more then disks of dust orbiting stars. My own was in such a system, yet thankfully spared in the age old conflict for reasons beyond my grasp, which I have been told reshaped the surface as it carved its way through the dust clouds of its brethren planets, leaving it a world of near perpetual winter.""<br/><br/>He opened his mouth as if to continue, pausing for but a moment as a somewhat glassy look overtook his eyes as he gazed upon the grassy expanse that was the top of the Academy.<br/><br/>""But if I continue I am certain I shall speak of this unceasingly. Please, tell me of your homeland."""
10565,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=225,2015-02-11T18:24:00,Zarkenis Ultima,"Some time after they had first entered the cafeteria, the two guides of the group of recruits that was interacting near the entrance of the building finally walked out with their food. On her hands, Aressa held a small tray, and in that tray sat a bowl filled with a steaming seafood stew crafted from the local species and given flavor with spices grown on the meridional areas of Arcadia. Along with the stew, there was a serving of plain white rice, and a curious variety of bread roll drenched in a specially prepared juice not entirely unlike honey. Arcander's meal, on the other hand, was a fair deal less elaborate: He simply held a plate with three large bread rolls, each of them sliced in half, though the steam rising from the points of separation seemed to indicate that they were filled with something else, something that happened to be rather hot at the moment. With his free hand, the tall golden-robed aspirant also carried a rather large sack. Though its contents were not readily apparent, the fact was that the sack was full of raw ingredients.<br/><br/>""Did you really have to request everything in that list?"" The redheaded aspirant asked her fellow guide. ""Darmain was really ticked off after having to wait for you to finish, and I would go as far as to bet that he was not the only one."" She stated idly as the two of them stepped outside and looked around for their charges.<br/><br/>""Hey, I apologized. Five times!"" Arcander said in response. ""Besides, since I did this today, that means they won't have to see me standing in line in the cafeteria for... Oh, look, there they are."" He said, trailing off at the end as he spotted the recruits interacting in groups not too distanced from each other, all of them standing relatively close to the entrance to the cafeteria building. Looking in the direction her partner had turned, Aressa, too, noticed the students, and the two aspirants began walking towards them, calling out for their attention, though they were casual enough about it so as to leave it clear that it was just a friendly invitation and not an order. To those who were interested in approaching, Aressa spoke, carefully sitting down on one of the small gardens on the rooftop cross-legged, her tray placed on the grass in front of her.<br/><br/>""So, since we're all here and we will be working together at the Academy for the next three years, I figured that we ought to get to know each other better, so that we can all get along and watch out for each other. To that end, it would probably be very helpful if we all told each other a little about ourselves."" She said, letting that sink in for a moment before continuing. ""But, I will be honest, that's a bit boring and doesn't tend to flow well unless it's done out of one's own free will and without any sort of coercion, real or perceived. So instead, why don't we share some stories we know?"" She continued, a smile creeping into her usually serious face, her soft features seeming to brighten up. She rather enjoyed stories, so she figured this might be a good chance to pick some up while bonding a bit with the students who would be her charges for the following three years.<br/><br/>""Any story will do. It could be a story from your life, a legend from your homeland or a tale you've heard before. It doesn't particularly matter what it is."" She clarified, before looking at the faces of those who had gathered around her, taking her bowl of stew into her hands and taking a small sip from it before speaking once again. ""So, would anyone like to start?"""
10566,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=225,2015-02-12T09:10:00,Atlannia,"Alfenn had drifted towards this new gathering after realising his bowl was suddenly empty, the meal having been better than he expected. Having had the chance to fill his stomach and observe his surroundings a little Alfenn felt a little more relaxed and a great deal less grumpy. When Aressa asked for stories and no one immediately volunteered Alfenn was even feeling relaxed enough to shrug (mentally) and raise his hand.<br/>""I have one,"" he said, his eyes swivelling to gauge the reaction of the small gathering. ""My Father was never one for stories but this one always got a pass since it concerns the founding of our order and our namesake, the Black cup,"" with a wry smile he extended a finger and tapped the insignia on his uniform ""This thing,"""
10567,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=225,2015-02-12T16:19:00,Zarkenis Ultima,"Aressa glanced at Alfenn when he spoke, putting some rice into her stew and drinking some more from the mixture as she listened to him speak and watched him point at the sign that had been imprinted on the uniform by the seal she had handed him earlier, the sign of the Black Cup. The red-haired aspirant gave the recruit a nod, gesturing for him to go right ahead and tell his story. She certainly didn't mind hearing about the foundation of the Order of the Black Cup, it seemed like an interesting enough topic, more so if it was anything like the story of the foundation of her own Order, though she wasn't one to judge, even if didn't turn out to be quite as dramatic or anything like that.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, Arcander, sitting next to his fellow guide and taking a bite of one of his rolls, seemed rather surprised at Alfenn's uninhibited offer to tell a story. He had seemed a tad more reserved than that earlier, but the white-haired aspirant figured that it was probably just a misjudgement on his part. Thus, waving his half-eaten roll in Alfenn's general direction, he spoke. ""Go ahead, it sounds quite interesting."" He said, trying to encourage the recruit to carry on. ""I can safely say that it's not a story I've heard before."""
10568,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=225,2015-02-14T04:48:00,Atlannia,"""That's not really surprising"" replied Alfenn taking a seat on the grass and shuffling himself into a comfortable position.<br/><br/>""It's not a very popular story outside of the order. It concerns a man named Malfett who was lord of Narcosa, in the Charen system. His last name is lost to time,” Alfenn frowned and thought for a moment “Or perhaps that was his last name and it was his first name that was lost, I suppose it matters little to the story. This was many aeons ago, not long after Aradain's ascension and the region the Black Cups now control was divided between a number of petty lords, some followed the teachings Aradain but plenty of others were heathens and quite hostile. Charen's only close neighbours were all heathen and Lord Malfett was hard-pressed to defend the planet, increasingly so as time went on.<br/><br/>In desperation he sent out missives across the planet and to nearby systems calling for someone to tell him the secret of true power and promising a lavish reward to any who would assist him. Soon enough visitors flocked to Narcosa, a multitude from all over the galaxy, for the gossiping had spread the news far beyond the region. Malfett was an even handed sort of fellow it seems because he agreed to see each one of the visitors in turn and trial their suggestions. The first was a merchant of considerable renown, whose ships travelled the galaxy buying and selling. He advised Malfett that true power lay in wealth and he who acquired the most of it would be the most powerful. To test the merchant's theory Malfett sharply rose the taxes and soon enough found himself in control of a sizeable fortune. With this he hired an army of mercenaries and led them against the heathens. Malfett's army scored a string of victories in battle but on Narcosa the common people chafed under the heavy taxes and many were forced to turn to crime to feed themselves or their family. One particularly brave gang of thieves broke into Malfett's castle and made off with the fortune he had amassed in taxes. When the mercenaries discovered there was no money to pay them they immediately deserted and Malfett was forced to retreat, abandoning all the territory he had won. Furious, Malfett had the merchant executed and called for the next would be advisor.<br/><br/>This man was a veteran warrior of no less renown then the merchant. A bearded giant covered in scars and hard as steel. The warrior advised Malfett that the secret to true power was loyal soldiers, if the bond between Malfett and his knights was strengthened sufficiently it would be nought to overcome any obstacle. Malfett took the man's advice to heart and set about winning the loyalty of his men. He learned the names and aspirations of all of them and visited each one in turn. He spoke eloquently of his respect for them, of their sacred duty and he began to lead from the front, sharing the burdens of his men and leading them into battle without fear so that each one was imbued with a powerful devotion to him. With this small band of loyal warriors Malfett set out once again to turn back the heathens. Malfett and his band fought a great many battles, although at times there was little food or freezing wind not a one of those brave warriors flinched from their duty or abandoned their post, so that again Malfett scored a succession of victories. Brave as they were however these warriors were not invincible and each battle saw a few more of them fall until at last Malfett found himself the sole survivor and hunted by the enemy. Taking shelter in a cave, Malfett stumbled across a bent old man clad in a ragged black coat. Out of desperation, the harried lord asked this reclusive stranger if he knew the secret of true power and the old man replied with a crooked grin.<br/><br/>'Drink from this cup I will give to you and you will know true power,' he said and drew from underneath his cloak a cup which as you all might have guessed was quite black. ""But drink of it only twice, to drink a third time will be to know utter madness and be destroyed,"" The cup was jagged and had an evil air about it but Malfett could hear the enemy approaching and so drank deeply from it."" Alfenn covered his mouth with a fist and cleared his throat. before continuing ""The next part differs a bit depending on which version you go by but my personal favourite is the one where Malfett rips the arm off a heathen and uses it to beat to the rest of them to death, but popular variations include him caving in their skulls with rocks and at least one claims he tore out their leader's throat with his teeth. The short version is that Malfett fought off the heathens, all two thousand of them, by himself and returned to Narcosa with the cup, though he old man disappeared never to be seen again.<br/><br/>Malfett had returned home safely but the heathens still threatened his territory, though he had inflicted many defeats there numbers seemed infinite and their thirst for battle unquenchable. With no little reluctance, for he recalled the warning of the strange old man, Malfett drank from the cup a second time and set about organising an army to finally put an end to the heathens. Though all the bravest warriors had perished in battle and all of the mercenaries had long since quit the system there was no shortage of volunteers. And though the volunteers were old men and inexperienced boys Malfett’s presence seemed to fill them with an unexplainable fierceness so that when he departed Narcosa for the first time it was an army of the first rate that followed behind him. Once more Malfett met the heathens in battle and this time there was no end to his victories. He fought them in the field and scattered their great hosts, he besieged their planets and cities until each one fell in turn and put their leaders to the sword. His own army seemed invincible, each man utterly without fear and given the strength of a demon.<br/><br/>Ten of these warriors particularly distinguished themselves and Malfett named these ten his circle of knights, trusted retainers whose descendants rule the Order in his stead to this day. Marfett was now in control of a respectable number of newly conquered systems and so he named his trusted knights lords and divided up the new territory between them, keeping only Charen at the centre for himself. From there he ruled ably for many years or so the accounts say and his lords ruled ably in his name as well so that there was peace and contented throughout the territory of the Black Cups until rumours that would spell the end for Malfett reached his ears. He heard tell of a woman held captive, far beyond the edges of his own realm. Her beauty was matched only by the ferocity of the demon that guarded her. Though men across the breadth of the galaxy lusted after her few dared brave the demon and those few that had, the greatest knights of the age, had all been vanquished. Upon merely hearing of her beauty Malfett found himself instantly smitten and called his circle of Lords to his side for counsel. All ten of the lords flocked to his side and all ten advised him against searching out this mysterious maiden and facing the demon that guarded her. For each one of them new the secret of the Black Cup and that Malfett had drank from it twice already and it was certain that the cup’s power was needed to overcome such a fearsome opponent. But Malfett was unswayed, so hot was the passion raging inside him and after days of arguing and pleading his Lord’s resigned themselves to this foolhardy quest on the condition that they be allowed accompany him. Each one of the lord’s had strong sons well ready to rule in their own right so none had any regrets about following their liege to the death if need be.<br/><br/>The conditions being set the party of eleven set out and their journey was long and perilous. They faced many hardships which are stories in their own right and after many years of journeying found themselves at last before the lair of the demon, a mysterious planet whose surface as entirely of obsidian and dotted with strange obelisks and mysterious idols. In the very centre stood an enormous throne carved out of the very ground and atop the throne sat the demon himself. As tall as a mountain it was, each claw the size of ten men and its great, red eyes like giant, burning coals. The eleven companions drew their weapons and charged towards the demon. Though they fought skilfully and without fear the beast’s strength was insurmountable and within minutes Malfett stood alone once more, his companions slain. Here even Malfett’s great courage failed him and he would have turned and fled but just as he turned to run he caught just glimpse of a pale, flickering figure atop one arm of the immense throne.<br/><br/>The stories had not done her justice for as terrible as the demon was she was at least ten times as beautiful, with eyes of clearest blue and hair of spun gold. Without hesitation Malfett turned once more to confront the demon and drew out from under his cloak the cup and drank from it for the third and final time. With a feral cry the beast aimed a terrible blow at Malfett but with the power of the cup Malfett turned it aside with his blade and the battle was joined in earnest. It raged across the black surface of that strange planet for days for man and demon were evenly matched. Each time Malfett seemed to have the demon cornered it would start to belch fire, or sprout wings, or some other grave monstrosity and each time The beast seemed to have Malfett in its clutches the man seemed to find some fresh reserve of strength and fought on. Days and nights passed again until finally Malfett aimed a mighty blow, not to the beast but against one of the many obsidian spires. This tumbled into the demon so that it was trapped and with one last strike Malfett severed its head from the body. Immediately the demon dissolved into a noxious cloud of pitch black smoke which billowed around Malfett and might have poisoned him had he not covered his face with eh corner of his cloak.<br/><br/>As the smoke drifted away Malfett was confronted not with the body of the demon he had slain but with an old man in a ragged, black cloak. With a cackle the old man, who was indeed the very same man who had given Malfett the cup, reminded him of the terms of the cup’s use ‘Drink of the cup only twice,” said the old man “For to drink of the cup three times is to know utter madness and be destroyed!” With that the old man vanished in another puff of black smoke. With horror Malfett looked down to his left hand which held the cup and tried to cast it away but he found it stuck fast to his hand. Not only that but the black surface of the cup seemed to leak out onto his hand and spread up his arm. Further the blackness spread until it covered him entirely and his eyes became red, burning coals and he grew to the size of a mountain and finally there was no trace of the lord Malfett but a fresh demon even more terrible. Some say that the demon that was the lord Malfett dwells still upon the black surface of that mysterious planet, awaiting a champion strong enough to free him of his madness. As for the women well there was no sign of her, except that if there had been another soul upon the planet that day and they happened to look to the sky they might have seen a tiny blue bird fluttering through the sky and wondered at its rare beauty,”<br/><br/>Alfenn gave a yawn and a small stretch, unused to speaking for so long. “And thus concludes the sad tale of the Lord Malfett and the founding of the Black Cups. Its meaning is open to debate, but my favourite interpretation is that power alone is insufficient if one seeks beauty,” Alfenn looked around at the small gathering still listening and gave an embarrassed cough. “I had forgotten how long it was though, I didn’t mean to speak for so long.”"
10569,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=225,2015-02-14T19:11:00,The Starlight,"<blockquote><div><cite>Atlannia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23511540#p23511540"">wrote</a>:</cite>-snip-</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Ellyn inclined her head in a nod and replied, smiling, ""It was a great story, one that I have not heard before, so thank you. I suppose I shall go next. This tale is called The Princess Bride. Some of you may have heard of it, but I shall tell it nevertheless. And perhaps it is true, but I know not.""<br/><br/>""Once upon a time, there was a planet, named Floren. Floren was a bountiful planet,with a region named Hispania. In the mountains of Hispania, there was a little village, Arabella. And there was a boy, and his name was Inigo Montoya. Inigo was always happy, because of his father Domingo. Domingo was a master forger, he made the greatest energy swords and spears and shields that anyone had ever seen. But if you wanted the finest energy swords in the universe did you go to Domingo Montoya. No, you wanted to Yeste. You see, Yeste and Domingo had an agreement, as they had always been best friends. Yeste would get a commission for a sword, and then persuade Domingo to forge it. And of course, each time, the master smith could not refuse.<br/><br/>But one day, a noble, dressed in exquisite clothes stepped inside Domingo's little house. He knew, that it was Domingo, not Yeste, who was the smith, don't ask me how. And he wanted a sword, the greatest since the Phantom Blade itself. But Domingo insisted that he was not the swordmaker, until the noble held up his right hand. He had 6 fingers. Astonished, and excited, Domingo quickly agreed, and told the noble to come back in a year. The poor man worked himself to death, and Inigo saw him getting older, day by day. But Domingo was determined to make the greatest sword since the Phantom Blade, and finally, he finished. But when the noble came back, and beheld the glorious sword, he only wanted to pay half of the agreed price. And the sword was glorious indeed. It was designed for 6 fingers, the cross hilt was jeweled, and Domingo had forged the metal from the starmines of Arabella. And when the smith took the sword off the counter, claiming that it would now belong to Inigo, in a flash, the noble's blade pierced Domingo's heart. And as he walked away, Inigo screamed. As the villagers came rushing up, prepared to defend the Montoyas, they saw it was a noble, and they were afraid, and began to part a path for the noble who walked to his Pegasii. But Inigo rushed out, and carrying the six-fingered sword, called him a coward, a pig, craven and a killer. He was ten years old, and Inigo only lasted 15 seconds before being disarmed and the noble, in wrath, scarred Inigo's two cheeks.<br/><br/>But Inigo learned, and for the next 15 years, he traveled the planets, learning the art of the sword. He found his way to this order, of the Phantom Blade, and spent the majority of those 15 years there, learning, and mastering. And when that day of his graduation had come, he was regarded the finest swordsman in the universe. For 15 years, he had dreamed of what he would do when he came upon the count, and every night, in dreams, he would walk up to the noble and say. ""Hello. My name is Inigo Montoya. You killed my father. Prepare to<span style=""font-style: italic"">die.</span>He joined a party of 2, and the three of them were thus: Vizzini, the mastermind of the group, Fezzik, the giant who was reckoned to be the strongest man alive and Inigo, the greatest swordsman alive. And their plan was to capture a princess, Buttercup, and get rich, all of them for their separate reasons.<br/><br/>But even Vizzini did not take into account Buttercup's real love, Westley, named Dread Knight Roberts, who had been away, and Buttercup had been forced to marry the Prince of Floren. Westley outsmarted Vizzini, outwrestled Fezzik, and in one of the greatest sword duels of all times, their swords flickering and blazing like light, outdueled Inigo Montoya. Vizzini had been killed, but Inigo and Fezzik were spared by Westley, and the new trio set off to rescue Buttercup from the Prince. For the Prince's right hand man was Count Rugen, the treacherous six-fingered noble. Westley had recently escaped the torture of the Count and the Prince, being captured, and the only reason he clinged to life was because of his true love, Buttercup. So Fezzik and Inigo literally had to drag Westley to the castle where the wedding was to take place. With great cleverness and strength of will, he rescued Buttercup, and so frightened the Prince with a speech, that the Prince dropped his sword in pure fright, as he was a coward at heart. Meanwhile, Inigo had hunted down Count Rugen, and the two met in a titanic duel. The Count wounded Inigo early on, near his heart, so that it was a wonder that Inigo was still alive. But he grasped the table and began to recite his sworn revenge."" And here, Ellyn's voice softened nearly to silence. ""Hello, my name is Inigo Montoya. You killed my father, prepare to die.Hello, my name is Inigo Montoya. You killed my father, prepare to die."" Her voice grew louder, ""Hello, my name is Inigo Montoya. You killed my father, prepare to die!"" And louder...""HELLO, my name is Inigo Montoya. You killed my father, prepare to DIE! And with every statement, he wounded the count, for every wound the count had inflicted on him. One slice on each cheek, a stab near the heart, and with the final shout, into the Count's heart. And this is where the numerous stories part ways. Some tales say that Inigo, succumbing to his wounds, gasped out, ""I have avenged thee, father!"" Others say that he recovered, and put down his sword, which I doubt, and some say that he recovered and became the Dread Knight Roberts.<br/><br/>But for the interests of time, I have only focused on the side character, Inigo, when I suppose Buttercup and Westley, he who would only say, ""As you wish"" to the most beautiful person alive, Buttercup. Perhaps I can tell the tale of Buttercup and Westley another time, if you do not know the story and want to know it in is fullness. But I have focused on poor Inigo, because he is my favorite of them all. I suppose that the moral of the story is to not let revenge blind you, or direct everything you do for the rest of your life. Despite pain, we most move on, before we become obessively fixed on revenge. For what will revenge do in the end? Look at Inigo, all those years he had spent, seeking revenge. He was the finest swordsman alive, but what is a swordsman to do after his great enemy has been vanquished. He had no more purpose.""<br/><br/>Looking all of her colleagues in the eye, Ellyn continued, ""Do not fight for revenge, or for riches, or even for glory. Those things may or may not come, and in the end, no matter how much you try, you may not find what you seek. Fight for hope, for freedom, for peace, for a new tomorrow, for our order, for those who cannot defend themselves. My father always had a motto, which I shall say now in closing.<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Life before Death. Strength before Weakness. Journey before Destination.<br/><br/>May your blades stay sharp, brothers and sisters.</span>"""
10570,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=225,2015-02-14T22:00:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Unites State-Of-Minds <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23474844#p23474844"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23385040#p23385040"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Ah... i was wondering how a draw would be possible... Did you run out of time or something of that like?"" She asked, much more comfortable talking about his duel than her own. ""Also, you spoke of that being a local dish for your home. Where exactly do you come from if you don't mind me asking?"" She questioned, though she stopped after that one as she didn't want to seem like she was interrogating this man.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""I fear it was as true a tie as could be, as we seem to have had exhausted the defenses of the other within an instant of one another. Although, if I were to be perfectly honest, it is in all likelihood that she bested me in that regard; for although I struck my last blow before she, her own was of greater power then mine, which in a true battle would have spelled my end.""<br/><br/>""But you asked of my home? I hail of a system in the Low Southeast Quadrant, a rather small Magellanic Spiral trailing off a few hundred kiloparsecs from any major galaxy. Not too much to comment upon, if you will forgive my briefness. Few worlds were of much standing following the Chalice War, and even today many remain little more then disks of dust orbiting stars. My own was in such a system, yet thankfully spared in the age old conflict for reasons beyond my grasp, which I have been told reshaped the surface as it carved its way through the dust clouds of its brethren planets, leaving it a world of near perpetual winter.""<br/><br/>He opened his mouth as if to continue, pausing for but a moment as a somewhat glassy look overtook his eyes as he gazed upon the grassy expanse that was the top of the Academy. <br/><br/>""But if I continue I am certain I shall speak of this unceasingly. Please, tell me of your homeland.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Sounds strangely nice... I've never evens seen snow before."" Vyna replied, the picture of winter romanticized in her mind. ""Though the dust clouds don't sound too nice and I can imagine it might not be too great, but still..."" She paused, smiling slightly at the image of snow falling and the warm fire crackling against the cold. When her own home was mentioned, her smile dissipated somewhat. ""Oh, my world is mostly water, with many different islands and two large contents. Fairly temperate all the way through, apart from the occasional desert. Lots of rivers and lakes."" She replied. ""Aethas. It's on the Thantris systems borders, you may have heard of it. It's a key trading planet and a center for commerce. Though it's more than a little... cut-throat. Not to mention the occasional raids from star brigands and raiders...""<br/><br/>""Though, it's a decent place to live...""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Jyn and Jon</span><br/><blockquote><div><cite>The Starlight <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23519128#p23519128"">wrote</a>:</cite>-Snip-</div></blockquote><br/>""I don't think we had heard that tale before... it was quite nice. Especially the part about fighting for hope and freedom."" Jyn replied, smiling. Jon scoffed bitterly. ""I do feel sorry for Inigo though...""<br/><br/>Jon shrugged. ""It was a good story..."" He replied honestly. ""I had heard of Inigo, though I never knew the full story""<br/><br/>Jyn turned to Jon. ""Oh! I suppose we should go next."" Jyn replied, remembering the countless tales she had heard from her parents. ""Why don't you tell them the one about the Golden Knight Jon...?""<br/><br/>Jon shrugged. ""They probably know that one Jyn."" Jon said, before smiling slightly. He enjoyed telling tales and stories. ""But I'd bet at least a few of them don't know this one...""<br/><br/>Jon began the tale by clearing his throat, then spoke. ""Once, long ago in a faraway system, there was a pair of swordsmiths and warriors, both happily married and in love, named Yan Un and Nai Ja. Both were legendary in their craft for creating blades of extreme beauty and supreme craftsmanship. It was even rumored that they were somehow able to imprint their magic into their blades, leaving a piece of their soul in the swords. They had a daughter and a son, whom was named Hui and Than and whom they also trained in the art of the sword, both in its crafting and its use.<br/><br/>One day, they were commissioned by Lord Sun of the Abraxis system. He commanded the two of them to make two blades for him, worthy of a lord of his power and abilities. He also commanded that they use a strange crystal that they had found in the planet of Udonis in the system, rather than the normal sword crystals of the time. They were also required to finish the project in three months.<br/><br/>Yan and Nai agreed, though they were somewhat uncertain about Lord Sun, who was famed for his lack of morals and ruthlessness. First they experimented with this strange metal, finding that normal forging methods either destroyed the metal or were unable to shape it. One day, while Yan was working with the metal, he hit it in frustration, cutting himself on a jagged edge and releasing some of his blood, which was suddenly absorbed by the metal. Yan found that the crystal became more malleable and easier to work with.<br/><br/>They reported their findings to Sun and he told them that he would provide them with as much blood as they needed. When the two of them asked where he would get the blood they were told not to concern themselves with that and get back to work, as they were already growing close to their deadline and the Lord was impatient.<br/><br/>As they soon found, it took large volumes of human blood to shape the metal, and they still had to work around the hurdle of making the sword usable once they forged it. Interestingly, they found the crystal became completely unchanging once it had absorbed a certain amount of blood and the blades would be usable. So the couple ordered more blood, somewhat concerned about where all this blood was coming from.<br/><br/>In the end, the couple found out the truth, that Lord Sun had sacrificed untold hundred merely to create these blades. What’s more, the two swords seemed somehow sentient, alive and hungering for blood. Yan and Nai would hear strange whisperings when around the blades.<br/><br/>The couple could not allow such injustices to continue, and so confronted Lord Sun. They were both then told that if they did not complete the blades as promised, their children would be killed.<br/><br/>Yan and Nai were both now panicking, they couldn't let anyone else die to fuel these blades, also now both convinced the blades were some sort of evil. Nai told Yan that she would rather die than let another innocent die to fuel these blades. Before Yan could do anything, she grabbed both the swords and plunged them into her body, the hungry blades draining their creator and desiccating her corpse completely. However, her death gave the blades enough blood and energy to be born.<br/><br/>Lord Sun was glad the blades were done, and as a token of his appreciation, spared Yan’s children and named the blades after their creators, Yan Un and Nai Ja. However, Yan was not content to hand over the blades to this monstrous Lord. He kept them for himself, handing over two false blades and tricking Lord Sun before he escaped.<br/><br/>Enraged, Lord Sun sent assassin after assassin after them, to no avail. Meanwhile, Yan tried to keep his children safe while attempting to plan his own revenge, the blades having worked their way into his mind and were now calling for Suns blood. However soon Lord Sun himself came to kill Yan, and in the ensuing battle Lord Sun defeated and killed Yan. However the blades and his children were nowhere to be seen.<br/><br/>Four years later, the two siblings, Than and Hui, sieged Abraxis Castle with an army of Lord Sun’s angry subjects. They were hungry for revenge, the blades driving them as they did their father. Than and Hui cut a swath through Sun’s armies, their blades empowered the more blood they shed. Soon they became unstoppable, managing to pierce strait into Sun’s chambers, however he was nowhere to be found.<br/><br/>They then found that Sun had created his own blade, sacrificing a considerable amount of his remaining servants and soldiers to empower the blade. When the siblings confronted him, the battle was titanic, Than and Hui were unable to defeat Sun until Than pointed out that the blade was of poor craftsmanship and Hui focused her attacks on the blade, destroying it. They then made short work of Lord Sun, avenging their parents.<br/><br/>However the blades had corrupted the two of them, filling their hearts with bloodlust and rage, playing on their hatred of Sun and their desire for revenge. They turned on each other, ending both their lives at the same time. The blades fell, no longer having a master but still hungry for blood. The next lord of the system could not destroy the swords, but instead hid them away and locked them somewhere no one could find them and use their evil again. The corpses of all the family, apart from Yan's, are said to be with the blades, and that even in death they defend these blades even to their death. Sun's bones were used to forge a new throne for the Lord of the system, a reminder of the price of tyranny to the future rulers of the system."""
10571,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=225,2015-02-15T01:15:00,Wolfenium,"Listening to the stories, the reactions on the Shirazi siblings could not have been more contrasting. Niloofar was attentive, even fascinated by the tales of such diverse places. Beyond an occasional applause and marvel, she remained absolutely quiet, eyes glistening at every detail of their stories. Mehran, in contrast, felt bored and lethargic, his eyes closing behing his shades at times as he looked close to dozing off at times. As each story ended, he made a reasonable sulk as he scrutinized every word of the tales, only sparing enough courtesy to applaud at each of them. At the very least, his behaviour is still better than Eamonn, who merely hung his head down as he slept through the whole affair. Still, he never found many things to be amusing, not the least stories made up on the spot.<br/><br/>""Ooh,"" Niloofar called out, raising her hand, ""I got one!""<br/><br/>""Not you too,"" Mehran groaned, ""don't you think we're a bit tired of hearing such fiction already.""<br/><br/>""You're the only one who's actually tired from all these, brother,"" she growled in response, ""I'll share it anyway. Anyway,"" she said, ""it's not really a story specific to our order or home, but I always found it fascinating. My parents heard of it in their travels into the far distant corners of the known universe. Hope you'll like it.""<br/><br/>And with a slight cough, the Xorshid began to tell her own tale. Called 'The Faceless', it was becoming apparent from the onset the mood set for the story...<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""The Faceless Part I""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">""A long time ago, in a land far from distant memory, there was a group of villages residing deep within a snowy valley gorge. Every winter, the villagers lived in fear of a terrible flock of giant snow hawks, who lived beyond the valley atop the highest mountain within sight. For years, the flock descended upon the villages of the gorge, feasting on the inhabitants and their livestock like bloodthirsty locusts. Every time they tried to fight back, the hawks would simply overwhelm them with sheer numbers, leaving a trail of destruction behind. Despondent, the villagers resorted to sacrificing one of their own each winter to be devoured by the massive beast and its ilk. It was hoped that by luring the monsters away, the villages would be spared for at least one more winter. For a while, this grisly practice had worked, though their dread had turned to when their time would come, with each fearing that their winter could be their last.<br/><br/>In a village not far from the end of the valley gorge, there lived a pair of siblings, a young boy and his elder sister. Their parents, proud knights for a distant king, had long passed on, leaving only their blades and armour to their children. The boy practiced day and night tirelessly, weary of the sacrifices they had to send to the monsters every winter on. Though he boldly tried to rally his fellow villagers to fight the hawks, most simply refused to listen. Only his sister, the one family he had left in this world, supported his every effort. He would not realize until one winter that he would have little time to prepare, as winter approached once more beyond the valley.<br/><br/>As the last red leaves of autumn fell, the elders approached their home one night. It was the moment the boy dreaded most; his sister was to be sent to the end of the gorge as a sacrifice to the hawks. Naturally, he refused, even offering to trade places with her in hopes of defeating the hawks by trial of the sword. But his sister refused to hear of it, departing with the elders as the boy laid stunned and torn. His heart had been shredded to ribbons, despair had set in. He had little idea who to turn to, or whether he stood a chance.<br/><br/>'I will help you in your quest,' a voice suddenly called out, 'discard your face and Heaven shall give you the power to destroy evil.'<br/><br/>It was an alluring voice, a magnetic influence that sucked the despondent boy towards the door. Beyond it was a woman covered from head to toe in a black robe, her hair gold and silky, tied into a neat braid as it draped over her body. Her figure exudes that of a goddess, both imposing and beautiful at the same time. But the one disturbing feature was her face; there was nothing but a peach facade. No eyes. No nose. No mouth or eyebrows even. It mystified the boy, a sickly blend of intrigue and fear swelling in him. He had no idea if she was a person or monster. However, her words rang with his heart, with his sister's life hanging in the balance.<br/><br/>'W-Why my face,' he questioned, 'what do you mean by that?'<br/><br/>Expressionless as she was amused, she answered with great intrigue, 'your face shows fear. The hawks can tell and will use it to devour you. Without a face, they cannot tell if you cower before them or face them bravely. In fact, without one, they would fear you, for they have never seen one who has none before. I have gathered the strongest warriors of each village to take on the beasts. It is up to you. Discard your face and become a true warrior, and Heaven shall bestow the means to vanquish this blight from the world.'<br/><br/>The boy appeared hesitant at first. He was not sure whether to obey or not. Without a face, he would not longer be able to show happiness or sadness. No longer would he be able smile or frown or cry, or show his anger and rage at anyone. Worst of all, without his face, he would no longer be identifiable, his identity forever stripped off in favour of an empty canvas. Should he dare to give up his face to fight the hawks, or should he face them alone, risking everything despite his trembling heart?'<br/><br/>Finally, the boy snapped, unable to find a solution that did not require giving up either his sister or his face. He was desperate. He was weak. He needed an edge to best the hawks, something that could be of use to him. Looking behind the woman, he saw in the darkness several warriors clad in armour. All of them lacked a face too, or rather, held them in their hand. It was all the convincing he needed. He implored the woman to proceed.<br/><br/>Far at the end of the valley gorge, the boy's sister awaited her final fate amidst the night sky. The first snowflakes were beginning to fall, and the screeches of the winged beasts could be heard in the distance. A glance behind her showed the conflicted faces of those who had been chosen as feed to the vicious birds. Watching the birds descend towards their prey with bloodied beaks, the hapless sacrifices could only hope for a quick end, or so they assumed.<br/><br/>'SQUUAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAKKKKKKKKKKK,' screamed a giant hawk in pain as a slice of a blade severed his claw over the young woman. As its limb tumbled aside in a bloodied mess, the wounded beast and its ilk had no idea what had happened, confusion beginning to spread amongst the flock. Suddenly, strange figures began to leap forth to inhuman heights as they began to assault the flock. One landed right in front of the sister with a bloodied sword, his facade eerily familiar and his blade easily identified. The girl could tell immediately who he was, the young brother she left behind in the village. Reaching a hand out, she tried to call for him, but the lad merely took to the skies again without her. In marvel, she watched as her once petrified sibling lunged effortlessly into the heart of a hawk. Thrusting his blade in, he felled the mighty beast in one swift blow, with his newfound comrades doing the same. One by one, the giant beasts began to fall like shot ducks, crashing to a heap as the warriors outclassed the monsters with ease. The remainder, unable to resist them, merely took to the skies, their bloodlust dampened by pure fear as they retreated to their roost beyond the mountains. It was then it became clear that the hawks would never return to haunt the valley again. As villagers began to gather at the ritual site, they sang songs of joy and praise to the proud warriors, and the fairy woman who gave them the power to vanquish the hawks.<br/><br/>However, as the boy's sister approached him, her relief and elation morphed to sheer horror in an instant. As he turned to face her, all she saw was a blank facade, a sheet of peach where his once cherubic smile was once. It mortified the sister to see him like this, questioning his condition in panic. His answer was uncharacteristically cold and emotionless, just as his faceless appearance portrays.<br/><br/>'I am stronger now, sister,' he stated, 'I no longer feel fear of any kind, and my mind is no longer clouded by anger or revenge. I no longer let sorrow demoralize me, or elation lower my guard. I am now a true warrior. I am blessed to have accepted the fairy's offer.'<br/><br/>'Blessed,' the sister barked in a mortified tone, 'how could you call this a blessing!? Who are you!? What have you done with my brother!? What have you done with his face!?'<br/><br/>For a moment, the boy appeared to have hesitated, her words ringing true as she questioned the identity of the faceless figure that had taken her 'brother's' place. His statement earlier felt alien, as if he was a completely different person now. To be exact, he did not sound like a person anymore, his words lacking any sense of feeling. It was like talking to a statue; emotionless, unfettered and devoid of individuality.<br/><br/>'I suppose I am not your brother any more,' the boy surmised thoughtfully, his tone calculative and logical, 'I do not have your brother's face, therefore I cannot profess the same feelings that 'he' has before. No matter. Know that a great sacrifice has been made to free the valley of evil. Give thanks to your brother for this sacrifice. Give thanks to Heaven.'<br/><br/>It was all the news the sister needed to confirm. The fairy had not just taken away his face. She had taken away his individuality. No longer is the boy able to feel or act as himself, his emotion taken away in favour of cold logic and rational thought. Though his memories of her still remain, they were but a slide show of mostly useless fact to him now. The entity that was now her brother was a perfect warrior, but his very soul had been drained away with his face, expressing nothing but a service for a greater good, whatever that 'good' is supposed to be.""</div></div></div><br/><br/>""I think you better stop there, Niloofar,"" Mehran warned her, ""last I checked, that story got worse from there. You don't want to depress them with such dark stories right off the bat. You should have saved it for a campfire horror story instead.""<br/><br/>""Shut up,"" Niloofar rebuked, ""I was just getting to the good part. But... I don't want to take up everyone's time. It's kind of long. So... what do you think?"""
10572,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=225,2015-02-16T16:09:00,Zarkenis Ultima,"Aressa listened quietly as the students under her care began sharing whatever stories they wished to share, eating some of her stew now and then but otherwise completely silent as the listened to the stories. They were all quite interesting, she thought, feeling grateful that she'd had the wonderful idea of having some group storytelling during their meal, nevermind that some people such as Eamonn and Mehran didn't seem particularly interested in the whole thing. Not everybody was able to appreciate a good story, but she was confident that they would learn to do so in time. And if not, she had made it quite clear that participating was optional.<br/><br/>Finishing off her stew just as Niloofar finished her story, the red-haired aspirant spoke up. ""That was quite a nice story, Niloofar. In fact, all of the stories told here have been very interesting. I rather enjoy how each one has its morals."" She said, both to the Xorshid and to the group as a whole.<br/><br/>""I suppose it is my turn now."" She continued afterwards, bringing her hand up to her chin, a thoughtful expression on her face. ""Hmm... One of my favorite stories is that of Sylvalladine and the Phantom Blade, but I am certain that most if not all of you are already acquainted with that one."" She said, looking up for a moment. ""So, instead, I suppose I will tell you the tale of our ancestor, the first Alistar."" She said, and cleared her throat before beginning her tale.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">This story begins a very, very long time ago, when the Redemit race was still young and the memory of Aradain was fresh in the minds of His followers. The newborn Order of the Phantom Blade was only just beginning to weave its own destiny, as were many other nascent Orders. But alas, as in the present, so were in the past those who would refuse to listen to the words of Aradain, and there were those who violently opposed His followers. There were many groups who stood against everything Aradain represented, groups of humans who disavowed the name of the Redemit. And the strongest among them was an army of warriors who were known as the Sundering Blaze. They were led by a ruthless man called Vernichtung, the Burning Lord, who sat on the Ashen Throne of a world that he named Kiamat, a world whose old name was lost to time, a world which had once housed countless temples to Aradain, all of which had been razed to the ground by Vernichtung himself in a bout of mindless rage.<br/><br/>Yet, this was not the man who was feared the most by the people of Aradain.<br/><br/>The Sundering Blaze was an army of warriors, yes, fearsome warriors, each of them holding immense power within. But many did not serve the Burning Lord of the Ashen Throne of their own volition. Indeed, many of these warriors served in the Burning Lord's army because they had no other choice, no matter the reason. There were those who sided with him willingly, wishing for damnation to befall the followers of Aradain, but the truth was that many of the warriors of the Sundering Blaze were no more than slaves, used by the fiendish Vernichtung for his nefarious purposes.<br/><br/>But this did not mean that these slaves were not fearsome warriors, and in fact one such slave inspired terror and despair wherever his name was uttered. The legends of some men are forged from stories upon stories, and this man was among them. He was a brutal warrior, who had known no life outside the bloodshed of the Sundering Blaze and who had no purpose but to bring ruin wherever he was sent. It was said that his hair was turned red after being drenched in the blood of thousands of warriors that he had slain, that his skin was pale with the ashes of the worlds upon which he had walked, that his eyes were dull and colorless and nearly blind after witnessing the flames that consumed the ruins left in his wake, over and over and over again. His name was Abaddon, and together with his crimson sword Ragnarok, they were the bane of the Redemit civilization, their very definition of fear.<br/><br/>One fateful day, a legion of the Sundering Blaze laid siege to Cathedral Kain, a Redemit world. The unyielding grandmaster of the armies of that world, a man by the name of Roth, led his forces brilliantly against the godless threat, but he was severely outclassed and outnumbered, and though he managed to hold out for three long and arduous months against the Blaze, eventually the world fell, and Roth's head was placed on a pike at the foot of the giant pyre that was Kain's largest city. But his sacrifice was not in vain, and the Burning Lord, sitting on the Ashen Throne of Kiamat, would soon know this. For, you see, though Kain's armies had fallen, they had held out for long enough, and word of their plight reached the ears of a group of followers of Aradain, the Order of the Phantom Blade.<br/><br/>And so, while the legion of the Sundering Blaze was celebrating its victory by laying waste to everything in their path and turning the world to ashes, the Phantom Blade arrived in their sleek pegasii, landing in front of the godless army, a force capable of contending with the burning heathens. Thousands of soldiers of Aradain descended, all of them clad in black and silver, with a symbol on their chests that to this day is displayed with pride. The burning legion and the phantom host met in combat, and though the Order was outnumbered, their resolve was without paragon, and so they gained an upper hand in the skirmish, the brave knights of the Phantom Blade thinning out the ranks of the heathens. But as they fought, one of them saw, from the corner of his eye, a fearsome figure charging towards him. He turned to face the enemy, and gazed upon his terrible visage. A mane the color of the lifeblood of men, a face concealed by a mask in the semblance of a demon, dead gray eyes that could barely see, and an armor appearing to be made of dark fire, battered and worn from the trials of a thousand battles. Frozen in terror, the soldier understood that he was staring at Abaddon, the bane of the faithful, already covered in the blood of many a knight of the phantom host.<br/><br/>Yet, before the destroyer's crimson blade struck him down, it was stopped by someone. It was, in fact, stopped by the one leading the phantom host. A woman clad in a pristine argent armor, with ancient blood stains visible on it, and a golden circlet sitting atop her helmet, crowning her. Her right hand glowed with the power of a thousand spells of holy might, while her left hand appeared to wield an invisible sword that had stopped Ragnarok's descent.<br/><br/>Emotionless, Abaddon withdrew his blade and began fighting with all of his mindless power against this new, mysterious foe. He fought like a demon against the angel on the battlefield, but for the first time in his long path of desolation, the destroyer was outmatched in every regard. Blasts of searing light, each as large as a man, pelted him like drops of rain, pushing him back and keeping him away from the woman in silvery armor as they caused him to howl in pain, and whenever he managed to weave his way through the warrior lady's curtain of light, that invisible blade of hers drove him away in every instance. For days the two of them fought, even as the phantom host driven away the rest of the burning legion from the surface of Kain, a message to the Sundering Blaze and the fiend who sat on the Ashen Throne. For days they fought, but at long last, Abaddon fell to his knees, able to fight no more, his sword Ragnarok broken and powerless, his mask shattered on the ground and his armor no longer whole.<br/><br/>But instead of being struck down for his failure to attain victory, the fate that he had been forced to believe would befall him should he ever lose, he was spared, the woman who had single-handedly defeated him taking a step towards him, her left hand no longer appearing to hold anything. She snapped her fingers and her battle armor faded away, allowing Abaddon to gaze upon his enemy: A beautiful, beautiful maiden of sublime silvery eyes and moonlight hair, her gaze full of something that was completely alien to the fallen destroyer, mercy.<br/><br/>""I am Sylvalladine, wielder of the Phantom Blade, disciple of Aradain."" She spoke with a clear and pristine voice, not with arrogance or pride, but rather in the same way a kind woman introduces herself to a child. ""What is your name, oh child of strife?"" She asked of the fallen destroyer, whose failing eyes strained to gaze upon the face of the one creature in the whole universe to ever show her kindness.<br/><br/>""Abaddon."" He answered, and then the world turned black, and his thoughts blurred and then faded, and he fell forward and collapsed on the ground. The last thing he heard before his consciousness slipped completely were the words of the lady of moonlight hair.<br/><br/>""No."" She stated. ""Your name, my child, is Aias, and you are free.""<br/><br/>And so, he shed his name and identity, no longer known as Abaddon the destroyer. Instead, he took on the name bestowed upon him by the lady, Aias, the mourner. He pledged his loyalty to Lady Sylvalladine and vowed to follow the teachings of the God-Knight. The disabled Ragnarok, whose crystal had shattered from the battle against Sylvalladine and could project an energy blade no more, was sent to the finest swordsmiths of the Order and was reforged, becoming the blade that heralds light, Eos.<br/><br/>Now with a new reason to live, a renewed purpose and a light of truth in his heart, Aias fought relentlessly against the Sundering Blaze, earning the respect of those who fought alongside him and sowing terror now among the godless warriors, for now it was they who were to face the might of the one they had called destroyer. The soldiers of the Burning Lord of the Ashen Throne laid siege to many a world of the Order of the Phantom Blade in an attempt to claim revenge for their defeat at Kain, but every single time, Aias was there, ready to fight the burning legions or die trying. And every single time, he fought alongside the phantom host and drove the invaders away, preserving the lives of the followers of Aradain to redeem himself and atone for those that he himself had taken.<br/><br/>The war between the armies of the Sundering Blaze and the Order of the Phantom Blade lasted decades, but the followers of Aradain attained victory after victory against the burning legions of godless warriors, and so, at long last, the decisive battle came, the last great clash between the two sides, the Battle of Kiamat. The black and silver soldiers of the Phantom Blade fought against the masked fiends of the Sundering Blaze on a vast, seemingly endless desert of ashes and thorns, the sickly, blistering sun beating down on the incinerated world. Aias participated in the battle, fighting alongside Sylvalladine herself, and though the phantom host was once again outnumbered, their ferocity was unmatched. At long last the Phantom Blade emerged victorious, from the battle and from the war, earning the freedom to practice the teachings of their Lady and her master without fear of persecution from the godless fiends. The soldiers of Aradain found an empty Ashen Throne and destroyed it, and at last, the Sundering Blaze was no more.<br/><br/>For his valiant efforts in the war, and for his stalwart defense of every world that the Sundering Blaze had attempted to siege during the conflict, Sylvalladine proclaimed Aias a hero, and bestowed upon him another name: Alistar, the guardian.<br/><br/>And so, we are nearing the end of the story. Aias went to live in peace on the Cathedral where the Sundering Blaze had first been defeated, renamed Kain of Roth in honor of the brave general who faced off bravely against impossible odds. In there he carried out a peaceful existence, and though he struggled to suppress the instincts that had dominated his life for so long, he lived in relative peace. But alas, even then there were whispers of unrest among the followers of Aradain. Rumors of cities burning in the distance. How could it be? The armies of the Burning Lord were no more, after all.<br/><br/>But soon, Aias found out. He found out when he heard of a mysterious figure approaching the land where he lived. Unable to see, but still willing to fight, the redeemed warrior picked up his sword, Eos, and walked forth to face the enemy. Though he could not see who it was, he could still hear, and if he had not been a man known as the destroyer for most of his life, the words uttered by his foe would undoubtedly have left him cold.<br/><br/>""You don't understand."" Said a voice he knew all too well, a voice now consumed by madness, but one of a calm kind. ""That thing is no God.""<br/><br/>It was Vernichtung, the Burning Lord.<br/><br/>Immediately, Aias charged at him. But even though the Burning Lord bore no weapons, he was very agile, able to keep up even with the former destroyer, and his flames burned like a solar fire. Aias struggled to fight under the searing heat, but even then he pressed on, enduring and attempting to topple the man who once sat on the Ashen Throne. It was a long and gruesome fight, harder still than the battle against Sylvalladine because the man Aias was fighting, Vernichtung, had no mercy in his heart and held back nothing as he fought. But even then, with a burst of strength, Aias managed to reach through the Burning Lord's defenses, plunging himself into his enemy's fire in order to pierce his heart. The godless king let out a bloodcurdling scream of agony, before collapsing on the ground, lifeless.<br/><br/>Satisfied, but severely wounded and weakened by the battle, Aias smiled before he too fell to the ground, his consciousness slipping once again.<br/><br/>When he woke up, he was resting on a bed in a small house. His wounds and burns were very severe and bound to have lasting consequences, ensuring that his career as a warrior had finally come to an end. However, they were all treated and bandaged, and the person standing next to him was likely to blame.<br/><br/>""A-ah, you're awake! I found you not far from the city and brought you here. How do you feel?"" Said the woman who had found Aias collapsed on the ground next to a pile of ashes and had brought him back to her home and treated his wounds to the best of her ability. What she looked like is irrelevant, for it was irrelevant to Aias, who could not see. But even though he was completely blind, he could hear, and he heard the woman's voice and was convinced that she had the most beautiful voice he had ever heard in his life. It was an innocent and pure voice, kind and gentle and soft, and the moment he heard it, Aias fell in love with the woman who owned said voice, and in time she, too, fell in love with him, and forever after the two of them loved each other from dawn to dusk.</span><br/><br/>Aressa clapped her hands together. ""And, well, I'm sure you're all old enough to guess what happened afterwards. They had children, and their children had children, and the children of these children, they had children as well."" She stated. ""And that is the story of Aias Alistar, my ancestor, the first of my bloodline. Now, some might say that I embellished the story for narration purposes, and I can not deny that. But if the facts are wanted, here they are, according to the Phantom Archives: There was a Sundering Blaze, and a Burning Lord Vernichtung, and an Ashen Throne on a world named Kiamat. There was Cathedral Kain, and there was a Battle of Kain, and there was a Grandmaster Roth, and the Sundering Blaze was defeated at the Second Battle of Kain, and Cathedral Kain was renamed to Kain of Roth. There was an Abaddon the destroyer, who later became Aias Alistar, the first of the Alistars, and he fought in the war between the Phantom Blade and the Sundering Blaze. And the woman he married, she was there too."" She explained.<br/><br/>""So, that's the story of my family. Most of us have served in the phantom host since then, embracing the fact that we are the Alistars, the guardians. And I think this story has its morals too, that one can always find redemption and that kindness can save the most misguided hearts."" She said with a soft smile. ""If anyone wants to continue, feel free."" She added afterwards, before getting started on her dessert."
10573,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=225,2015-02-18T08:44:00,Wolfenium,"Mehran, on his part, merely raised his eyebrow on Aressa's story. She sounded like she was directing her explanation at him, in particular. By his admittance, he wpuld have spent his breath scrutinising anyway, if Niloofar was not there to restrain him. Perhaps it was fortunate that she came along in the end, trying to temper his cynicism with her chirpy disposition.<br/><br/>""I'll look into it,"" he merely stated, adjusting his shades, ""genealogy isn't my strong suit, but perhaps I'll find out more when... I... have...""<br/><br/>However, before his sentence could be finished, a growing, vain snigger was growing at the back of the group. His words trailing away at the sound of the chuckle, he soon heard it erupt into bellowing, ironic laughter, a grating cackle that rang with both insult and self-depreciation. A closer look quickly revealed Eamonn as the culprit. A crazed glee on his face, it looked almost forced, a conscious attempt to highlight his displeasure.<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-weight: bold"">BULLSHIT,</span>"" the Eiruan suddenly yelled, his expression twisting dramatically into ire, ""'revenge doesn't pay'? 'Power corrupts'? 'Kindness redeems the worst'? Do any of you core worlders actually buy that fairy tale crap!?""<br/><br/>Watching the rogue toss his bottle onto the floor woth a hideous shatter, Mehran himself could not help but get mad. Standing, he stated in a low, suppressed temper, ""if you're not interested in hearing stories kindly take your sulking elsewhere. We're not here to hear you whine at the failings of the tales' aesops.<span style=""font-style: italic"">At least</span>have the decency not to pester us over them.""<br/><br/>Getting on his feet, Eamonn himself decided to press his face close to the offending Xorshid, his hand curling as if ready to hit the lad for talking back. Glaring at him eye to eye, Eamonn hissed, ""but I have a story. Well, at least half a story. Your princess (Niloofar) already told half of it. I think<span style=""font-style: italic"">everyone</span>deserves to know what happens to the poor warrior and his sister as the vile hawks are driven out of the valley. After all,<span style=""font-style: italic"">every story needs an ending</span>, no?""<br/><br/>""My sister can tell that half on her own time,<span style=""font-style: italic"">not yours,</span>"" Mehran growled back, clearly ticked off by Eamonn's insults at Niloofar. like the Eiruan, Mehran himself was sorely tempted to plant a fist into the emo's thick skull. But unlike Eamonn, he was more mindful of the consequences of that, in full view of his own class as well. Fortunately, Eamonn soon backed away from the confrontation, waving off the refusal as he stated, ""no problem. We'll let her finish 'on her own time' then. I have another story to tell too. I'm sure you'll pick up a lesson on that too.""<br/><br/>With the kind of attitude shown to him, Mehran had half the mind to refuse. He was sure the rest of the class would agree. But given the tense situation, he did not want to be baited into refusing him. After all, the aspirants had the call here, not him. He did not want to assume in case he overwrote them."
10574,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=225,2015-02-22T15:04:00,Zarkenis Ultima,"The aspirants witnessed Eamonn's outburst and his brief confrontation with Mehran, but instead of acknowledging his 'offer' to tell a story, the two simply continued to eat in silence, finishing what little remained of their meals after the storytelling session quite quickly. Afterwards, the two of them gathered the dishes they had used and stood up. Aressa then turned to face Eamonn, a stern look of disappointment on her face.<br/><br/>""Perhaps if you were more willing to behave appropiately and respectfully instead of recklessly insulting the stories told and the things represented in them, such as Alfenn's Order or my own family, perhaps if you were more mindful of your manners and perhaps if you kept yourself in check and didn't reacting violently to things that you don't like, be it as a cry for attention or as a hollow threat, perhaps<span style=""font-style: italic"">then</span>we would be willing to listen to your own stories and whatever lessons you claim they hold. But until then, I'm afraid we will have to pass on your<span style=""font-style: italic"">kind</span>offer."" She said in a glacial tone to the chaotic recruit, before turning her back to him. ""Now, at least be responsible and pick up the mess you've made with that bottle before someone cuts their feet over the glass, or so help me I will have you sanctioned for your behavior."" She warned him, before walking off to the cafeteria.<br/><br/>After watching his fellow guide berate Eamonn, Arcander turned to the rest of the group. ""Alright, I see everyone's done eating, so pick up your stuff and follow me."" He instructed, his voice friendly as if to defuse any tension from the situation between Eamonn and Mehran. The white-haired aspirant then led them back to the cafeteria, where he showed them where to place the dishes they had used so that they could be retrieved and cleaned, also taking a moment to point out the numerous recycling bins present. After that, once everyone was back together, the tall guide spoke again.<br/><br/>""Alright, now that you're all patched up and fed after getting bruised and pumped full of adrenaline back in the stadium, we can take you all on a tour of the academy so that you hopefully won't get lost in the future, because it is pretty awful to get lost in a place as large as this."" The aspirant commented.<br/><br/>""Hush, you. They're here to learn about important things, not your adventures."" Aressa told him as she approached, having taken a bit longer to return her dishes. ""Anyway, let's go. We'll show you around, like he said."" She confirmed, and then began walking towards a staircase located near the elevators, gesturing around her as she went. ""Now, for starters, you know by now that this is the rooftop of the school, where students can relax in between or after their classes. There's also the cafeteria over there, which has an AI you know how to interact with by now."" She explained as they approached the staircase.<br/><br/>As the group descended, Arcander spoke once again. ""Now, there are 199 floors in total, with this being the top floor. We don't really know what goes on in it, for the most part, but the architects were mindful enough to place some restrooms around here, restrooms which you should use now if you need to."" The guide advised, pointing towards the door that led to the restrooms, and then to the other staircase, which led further down and had a sign next to it which read: ""Students and staff members alike are reminded to discard any food items, wash their hands and dry them before entering."" The rest of the floor did not seem too terribly interesting. Aside from the restrooms and the space where the staircases were located, there was only a wall, with a door that had an ""Authorized Personnel Only"" sign on it.<br/><br/>The group then proceeded further downwards, where they were met with a much different sight. A large white room, with rows upon rows of shelves filled with books, tracking devices attached to their spines so that the librarians would be able to keep track of books borrowed by the students at any given moment. There were several computer terminals as well, for the purpose of either finding a specific book to read or borrow, or to read or obtain a digital copy of any such book; not far from the computer terminals, there were several tables and chairs for people to read comfortably while in the library. There were also several people present, some of them students and some of them men and women clad in dark robes, with one of them seemingly sleeping in his chair behind a desk, evidently the head librarian, or at the very least an assistant.<br/><br/>""This is the academy's library. It's one of the largest in the Order's territory, though not nearly as large as the Phantom Archives. It contains plenty of works of every kind, from essays on the impossible nature of Physis magic to Abyssal cooking manuals - and that's no joke."" Aressa said as quietly as she could manage while keeping his voice audible to the whole group, so as to avoid disturbing the staff, the other students, and the man behind the desk in particular. ""This floor and the next one are full of books and terminals like these. The floor after the next contains some virtual reality equipment for didactic purposes. The one after that contains a warehouse with additional copies of several of the titles held here.""<br/><br/>With that, they proceeded beyond the library, reaching the classrooms, which were briefly described by the two guides. After that, they reached the student floors, which the recruits were already familiar with, and, passing them quickly, they arrived at what was arguably the first major stop in any tour of the Northern Branch of the Silver Hand Academy that didn't start in the cafeteria: The workshop and club floors. After their long descent, they arrived at a relatively large open area with benches running along the walls and several doors with signs on them, with nearby windows allowing one to gaze into the rooms, windows that showed bloodrobes and aspirants alike working on some project or another in some instances, and golden-robed students speaking politely with first year recruits in others.<br/><br/>""Alright, this is where it gets fun. These are places you can spend some time at after classes are over, and there's quite a bit of variety. There's a smithing workshop, a crafts club, and even a tactician club. Or at least, that's what they call it. I've seldom seen them do much more than play tabletop games."" Arcander explained. ""Regardless, the point is that there's quite a few of these, so you'd do well to visit some of them and see which ones you like so that you can come back to them later. Students<span style=""font-style: italic"">are</span>required to take on at least a couple of extracurricular activities along with their regular classes, but one can always ignore that fact and do it for fun. It's better that way."" He assured his charges, nodding at them.<br/><br/>""Indeed, Arcander is correct. You should check out the activities offered by the senior students who run these workshops in order to decide which ones you would like to take part in. As long as the shop in question is not closed, there should be an aspirant inside willing and able to answer any questions you might have for them."" Aressa added once Arcander was done. ""So, we'll give you some time to explore to your heart's content before carrying on."""
10575,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=225,2015-02-24T03:47:00,Esternial,"Ritz quietly paid attention to the stories told by her peers, she did very much like a good story, fiction or otherwise. Even when Eamonn and Mehran got into a heated argument, which was promising to be a daily event from the looks of things, she remained completely detached with interest for their petty little squabbles, instead recounting Aressa's words and mediating on them. A good story was nice to hear, but - as the aspirant herself said - there was almost always something to be learnt; be it morals or any other lesson.<br/><br/>As silently as she had behaved, so did Ritz stand up and follow the group to begin their tour. Almost hiding in plain sight through her sheer passiveness of being, she vanished into the restrooms and joined the group moments later, seemingly never having left at all if it weren't for her rather prominent hair colour.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Zarkenis Ultima <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23616314#p23616314"">wrote</a>:</cite>The group then proceeded further downwards, where they were met with a much different sight. A large white room, with rows upon rows of shelves filled with books, tracking devices attached to their spines so that the librarians would be able to keep track of books borrowed by the students at any given moment. There were several computer terminals as well, for the purpose of either finding a specific book to read or borrow, or to read or obtain a digital copy of any such book; not far from the computer terminals, there were several tables and chairs for people to read comfortably while in the library. There were also several people present, some of them students and some of them men and women clad in dark robes, with one of them seemingly sleeping in his chair behind a desk, evidently the head librarian, or at the very least an assistant.<br/><br/>""This is the academy's library. It's one of the largest in the Order's territory, though not nearly as large as the Phantom Archives. It contains plenty of works of every kind, from essays on the impossible nature of Physis magic to Abyssal cooking manuals - and that's no joke."" Aressa said as quietly as she could manage while keeping his voice audible to the whole group, so as to avoid disturbing the staff, the other students, and the man behind the desk in particular. ""This floor and the next one are full of books and terminals like these. The floor after the next contains some virtual reality equipment for didactic purposes. The one after that contains a warehouse with additional copies of several of the titles held here.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>As soon as she laid eyes on the massive library, Ritz was stumped. Her jaw literally dropped upon the sight of so many books. The young woman squealed at the prospect of delving into all that literature, and the momentary sensation of pure excitement even caused her to emit a brief but strong pulse of warmth.<br/><br/>When they were asked to explore the available extracurricular activities, Ritz already had her mind set on what she wanted to do. Well, technically she wanted to do two things, but napping was unlikely to be an extracurricular activity.<br/><br/>""Is there a book club?"" She asked the aspirants, her eyes briefly scanning her immediate surroundings for any indication of such a thing existing. Sure, she could explore further, but Ritz simply didn't feel like searching for a club that may or may not exist; maybe it was a dab of laziness, too."
10576,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=225,2015-02-24T06:06:00,Wolfenium,"<blockquote><div><cite>Zarkenis Ultima <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23616314#p23616314"">wrote</a>:</cite><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Aressa""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">The aspirants witnessed Eamonn's outburst and his brief confrontation with Mehran, but instead of acknowledging his 'offer' to tell a story, the two simply continued to eat in silence, finishing what little remained of their meals after the storytelling session quite quickly. Afterwards, the two of them gathered the dishes they had used and stood up. Aressa then turned to face Eamonn, a stern look of disappointment on her face.<br/><br/>""Perhaps if you were more willing to behave appropriately and respectfully instead of recklessly insulting the stories told and the things represented in them, such as Alfenn's Order or my own family, perhaps if you were more mindful of your manners and perhaps if you kept yourself in check and didn't reacting violently to things that you don't like, be it as a cry for attention or as a hollow threat, perhaps <span style=""font-style: italic"">then</span> we would be willing to listen to your own stories and whatever lessons you claim they hold. But until then, I'm afraid we will have to pass on your <span style=""font-style: italic"">kind</span> offer."" She said in a glacial tone to the chaotic recruit, before turning her back to him. ""Now, at least be responsible and pick up the mess you've made with that bottle before someone cuts their feet over the glass, or so help me I will have you sanctioned for your behavior."" She warned him, before walking off to the cafeteria.</div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/><br/>Tilting his head over as Aressa reprimanded him, Eamonn looked almost like he was just going to crack another violent response. It was a long, ominous pause, an unlike before, he did not show any actual signs of anger. But the uncharacteristically silent stare was especially grating for anyone who had seen his usual attitude. It was as if he was just going to grab a smashed bottle head to stab someone, or smash another on Mehran's head just to show his ire.<br/><br/>Ultimately, nothing more came out the sullen-looking teenager, seizing another bottle as he overturned it over his head. Dousing himself in a quick rush of water, he made a quick toss as the emptied glass sank into the hole of the recycling bin with pinpoint accuracy. Staggering away, he grumbled a simple, ""fine,"" kneeling to pick up the pieces as ordered. It felt surreal for the Xorshid he had nearly come to blows with. There was little idea what was going through Eamonn's mind.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Zarkenis Ultima <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23616314#p23616314"">wrote</a>:</cite><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Arcander""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">After watching his fellow guide berate Eamonn, Arcander turned to the rest of the group. ""Alright, I see everyone's done eating, so pick up your stuff and follow me."" He instructed, his voice friendly as if to defuse any tension from the situation between Eamonn and Mehran. The white-haired aspirant then led them back to the cafeteria, where he showed them where to place the dishes they had used so that they could be retrieved and cleaned, also taking a moment to point out the numerous recycling bins present. After that, once everyone was back together, the tall guide spoke again.<br/><br/>""Alright, now that you're all patched up and fed after getting bruised and pumped full of adrenaline back in the stadium, we can take you all on a tour of the academy so that you hopefully won't get lost in the future, because it is pretty awful to get lost in a place as large as this."" The aspirant commented.<br/><br/>""Hush, you. They're here to learn about important things, not your adventures."" Aressa told him as she approached, having taken a bit longer to return her dishes. ""Anyway, let's go. We'll show you around, like he said."" She confirmed, and then began walking towards a staircase located near the elevators, gesturing around her as she went. ""Now, for starters, you know by now that this is the rooftop of the school, where students can relax in between or after their classes. There's also the cafeteria over there, which has an AI you know how to interact with by now."" She explained as they approached the staircase.<br/><br/>As the group descended, Arcander spoke once again. ""Now, there are 199 floors in total, with this being the top floor. We don't really know what goes on in it, for the most part, but the architects were mindful enough to place some restrooms around here, restrooms which you should use now if you need to."" The guide advised, pointing towards the door that led to the restrooms, and then to the other staircase, which led further down and had a sign next to it which read: ""Students and staff members alike are reminded to discard any food items, wash their hands and dry them before entering."" The rest of the floor did not seem too terribly interesting. Aside from the restrooms and the space where the staircases were located, there was only a wall, with a door that had an ""Authorized Personnel Only"" sign on it.</div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/><br/>Tugging at her brother's arm, Niloofar whispered in his ear, ""just leave him. He looks like he has a few screws loose in his head. Who in the world let him into the academy.""<br/><br/>Shrugging, Mehran merely replied, ""same person who let<span style=""font-style: italic"">us</span>in. You can't say that's totally unwise. Let's just go. We need to clean up.""<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Zarkenis Ultima <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23616314#p23616314"">wrote</a>:</cite><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Library""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">The group then proceeded further downwards, where they were met with a much different sight. A large white room, with rows upon rows of shelves filled with books, tracking devices attached to their spines so that the librarians would be able to keep track of books borrowed by the students at any given moment. There were several computer terminals as well, for the purpose of either finding a specific book to read or borrow, or to read or obtain a digital copy of any such book; not far from the computer terminals, there were several tables and chairs for people to read comfortably while in the library. There were also several people present, some of them students and some of them men and women clad in dark robes, with one of them seemingly sleeping in his chair behind a desk, evidently the head librarian, or at the very least an assistant.<br/><br/>""This is the academy's library. It's one of the largest in the Order's territory, though not nearly as large as the Phantom Archives. It contains plenty of works of every kind, from essays on the impossible nature of Physis magic to Abyssal cooking manuals - and that's no joke."" Aressa said as quietly as she could manage while keeping his voice audible to the whole group, so as to avoid disturbing the staff, the other students, and the man behind the desk in particular. ""This floor and the next one are full of books and terminals like these. The floor after the next contains some virtual reality equipment for didactic purposes. The one after that contains a warehouse with additional copies of several of the titles held here.""<br/><br/>With that, they proceeded beyond the library, reaching the classrooms, which were briefly described by the two guides. After that, they reached the student floors, which the recruits were already familiar with, and, passing them quickly, they arrived at what was arguably the first major stop in any tour of the Northern Branch of the Silver Hand Academy that didn't start in the cafeteria: The workshop and club floors. After their long descent, they arrived at a relatively large open area with benches running along the walls and several doors with signs on them, with nearby windows allowing one to gaze into the rooms, windows that showed bloodrobes and aspirants alike working on some project or another in some instances, and golden-robed students speaking politely with first year recruits in others.""</div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/><br/>Stepping into the expanse of the library, there was little way the siblings could not have marvelled. Libraries such as these were minuscule compared to the vast caverns of the House of Wisdom, but its contents, most of which had never been seen within Mervarid's halls, were nothing to scoff at. Niloofar had every reason to look forward to spending her time here. Even Mehran, the thick skull as he was, could not wait to get to work indexing them.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Zarkenis Ultima <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23616314#p23616314"">wrote</a>:</cite><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Activities""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">""Alright, this is where it gets fun. These are places you can spend some time at after classes are over, and there's quite a bit of variety. There's a smithing workshop, a crafts club, and even a tactician club. Or at least, that's what they call it. I've seldom seen them do much more than play tabletop games."" Arcander explained. ""Regardless, the point is that there's quite a few of these, so you'd do well to visit some of them and see which ones you like so that you can come back to them later. Students <span style=""font-style: italic"">are</span> required to take on at least a couple of extracurricular activities along with their regular classes, but one can always ignore that fact and do it for fun. It's better that way."" He assured his charges, nodding at them.<br/><br/>""Indeed, Arcander is correct. You should check out the activities offered by the senior students who run these workshops in order to decide which ones you would like to take part in. As long as the shop in question is not closed, there should be an aspirant inside willing and able to answer any questions you might have for them."" Aressa added once Arcander was done. ""So, we'll give you some time to explore to your heart's content before carrying on.</div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Esternial <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23633246#p23633246"">wrote</a>:</cite><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Ritz""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">As soon as she laid eyes on the massive library, Ritz was stumped. Her jaw literally dropped upon the sight of so many books. The young woman squealed at the prospect of delving into all that literature, and the momentary sensation of pure excitement even caused her to emit a brief but strong pulse of warmth. <br/><br/>When they were asked to explore the available extracurricular activities, Ritz already had her mind set on what she wanted to do. Well, technically she wanted to do two things, but napping was unlikely to be an extracurricular activity.<br/><br/>""Is there a book club?"" She asked the aspirants, her eyes briefly scanning her immediate surroundings for any indication of such a thing existing. Sure, she could explore further, but Ritz simply didn't feel like searching for a club that may or may not exist; maybe it was a dab of laziness, too.</div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/><br/>Opening her mouth, Niloofar was just about to ask the same. But as Ritz's voice had cut her short, the Xorshid merely gave an annoyed pout, quite ticked at being preempted. Nonetheless, she interjected, ""it'll be a shame if there isn't, is it? This is a rather big library. I'm sure there's no shortage of students interested in hanging out here. Seniors,"" she asked the two aspirants, ""if it's at all possible, is there any way to form a club ourselves? Not that I'm not interested looking into in the existing ones. I just thought some here might want to know too."""
10577,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=225,2015-02-26T06:17:00,The Starlight,"<blockquote><div><cite>Zarkenis Ultima <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23616314#p23616314"">wrote</a>:</cite>-snip-</div></blockquote><br/>Ellyn gazed around as Arcander and Aressa took then on a quick tour. Her golden eyes lit up once again as she heard of the smithing workshop and crafts club. A chance, to to swing a hammer as she beat upon the weapon on the anvil, with the precision neccessary to forge an energy weapon. As she speedily walked , she reflected on the making of her own weapons.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">First, the finding of the crystal. Most Redemit planets had a store of crystals, and her homeworld was no exception. She remembered looking, wandering through the caverns for days, dropping white stones to keep track of her path, gazing about at the brilliant crystals around her, but knowing that they were not right for her weapons. She somehow knew, innately, that she would know when it was the right pair, for she needed two, for both blade and spear. And finally, after several more hours search, she found them. The crystals were not the largest, but they seemed to beckon to her, calling her name upon the wind. One was slightly longer than the other, she noticed later, the perfect crystal for her spear. Detaching them carefully, she had followed the whitestone trail back out of the caverns and then....</span><br/><br/>She realized that she stood before the smithing workshop, and drew herself out of those memories. Stepping in, she sucked in a small breath, smelling the workshop. It was just like her father's workshop. She ran a hand over the various tools hung neatly, and as her hand brushed each one, a flash of using those tools rose unbidden. Some she had seen in her father's workshop, and others, she had not. Then, realizing to her mortification that everyone in the workshop (hopefully it wouldn't be many) were probably staring at her, she let her hand drop, and turned quickly, smiling shyly. ""Sorry, brings back old memories. Well, I suppose they're not so old. Anyway, hello, uh, everyone. Ellyn Tarembor, nice to meet you all. I was told to ask for Taro Horlan?"" she asked."
10578,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=225,2015-02-27T18:52:00,Zarkenis Ultima,"Arcander glanced at Ritz as she addressed him instead of heading off to explore the clubs as some others like Ellyn had done, hearing out her question about a book club. He had noticed the significant awe with which she had reacted upon seeing the Academy's library for the first time, which was no doubt what had prompted her to ask, and he was pleased to see the positive reactions caused by the library. Nodding lightly, he was about to verbally answer her charge when another of the recruits, Niloofar, spoke up, asking if there was some way to create a new club. At this new question, the aspirant found himself forced to answer with a shake of his head, hoping that the response was not too disappointing.<br/><br/>""I'm afraid that new students are not allowed to manage their own clubs. Only fourth year students and older are allowed to create and manage a club, and seventh year students and younger may do so only with the guidance and supervision of an aspirant. However, as you are first year recruits, you may only join existing clubs."" The white-haired aspirant explained affably, before continuing on a slightly more enthusiastic tone. ""Fortunately for you, though, there<span style=""font-style: italic"">is</span>a book club, or something similar at least. The Literature Club is the place you're looking for. It's managed by a seventh year student and its members rather enjoy exploring the reaches of the library and discussing their findings. In addition to that, they often volunteer to help out at the library, so most of them enjoy some privileges there."" The golden-robed man explained, before pointing in the direction of a nearby hallway. ""It should be in that direction, not far from here. One of the doors to the left."" He stated.<br/><hr/><br/><br/>If one walked into the smithing workshop with the intent to nitpick and criticize, one would find oneself sorely disappointed. The workshop, though by no means the finest or the best equipped of the Known Universe, it was certainly nothing pitiable. It was set in a very spacious rooms, several worktables set up around, with all kinds of tools for the handling and shaping of crystals and metalware hanging from the walls in an orderly fashion: Hammers and shears of various types, along with nippers and other more advanced tools and hardware, no doubt mean to serve in the manufacturing and perfecting of the electronic components of the objects created there, rather than in the creation of the objects themselves. There was also plenty of protective equipment available, of course, as one had to be appropiately equipped when using the workshop, as indicated by several posters seen on the walls all around the place.<br/><br/>Thankfully for Ellyn, there were only slightly over a handful of people present in the workshop at the moment. Most did indeed turn to look at her as she walked inside and began touching the tools, with some of them having half a mind to tell her to please refrain from doing that, uncertain of whether or not she was willing to handle them with proper care, though a couple of them did not seem to mind or even notice her presence, continuing to work on their current projects. One of them seemed to be adjusting a piece of armor which did not seem to function properly, while another was working on what appeared to be the skeleton of a weapon that was fitted with three slim green energy crystals. A quick check indicated that the weapon worked perfectly, though it also happened to be unsafe to handle in its current state.<br/><br/>One of the people who had turned to look at Ellyn approached her after hearing her out, a woman with a blood-colored robe who looked very vaguely familiar to the recruit, slightly shorter than her but evidently older as indicated by the robe. Taking her hand, she guided him over to the man who was working on the energy claw, whom Ellyn would undoubtedly recognize as the man she was looking for. Arriving next to him, the woman poked him on the arm a couple times in order to draw his attention, after which the man turned around and noticed the recruit she was with, smiling and taking off his safety mask.<br/><br/>""Oh, it's you! I see you were keen to take my offer, eh? Good to see you here, Ellyn."" He said, offering her his hand, though he quickly moved it away before she shook it, noticing that his glove's palm was covered in green, fluorescent dust. ""Crystal dust. Nasty stuff. Anyway, I presume you're here to join?"" He asked, quickly getting to the point."
10579,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=225,2015-02-28T22:59:00,Wolfenium,"<blockquote><div><cite>Zarkenis Ultima <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23675171#p23675171"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I'm afraid that new students are not allowed to manage their own clubs. Only fourth year students and older are allowed to create and manage a club, and seventh year students and younger may do so only with the guidance and supervision of an aspirant. However, as you are first year recruits, you may only join existing clubs."" The white-haired aspirant explained affably, before continuing on a slightly more enthusiastic tone. ""Fortunately for you, though, there <span style=""font-style: italic"">is</span> a book club, or something similar at least. The Literature Club is the place you're looking for. It's managed by a seventh year student and its members rather enjoy exploring the reaches of the library and discussing their findings. In addition to that, they often volunteer to help out at the library, so most of them enjoy some privileges there."" The golden-robed man explained, before pointing in the direction of a nearby hallway. ""It should be in that direction, not far from here. One of the doors to the left."" He stated.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Eh, that's too bad,"" Niloofar expressed with a little disappointment, uttering a chuckle to laugh it away, ""I suppose it makes sense. We're not exactly that well acquainted here, so I guess it makes sense to ask for help from the seniors. I'll go check the workshops then. Big Brother, what about... you?...""<br/><br/>Looking back where her brother was, Niloofar's query trailed off as the subject in question was nowhere to be found. Having been abandoned quite readily by Mehran, the Xorshid could not help but feel sour. This was not the first time he wandered off alone without her; and while they were not really children, Niloofar had reason to keep an eye on him. But with the day ticking by, the mage merely relented over his disappearance. In any case, they would be due to meet up again, and the duo's interests were fairly divergent anyway.<br/><hr/><br/>Pacing through the corridors, Niloofar seemed to have put her brother out of her mind for now. Crisscrossing out of the various workshops, she watched attentively as the various craftsmen worked with their trinkets and toys. Most did not quite interest her; she was not keen on weaving baskets or making fashion accessories for nothing. But as she stepped in front of the smithing workshop, her eyes glowed quite intensely. It was no kitchen, to be honest, but she found what she was looking for.<br/><br/>""So this is the smithing workshop,"" she mused, marvelling at the array of furnaces and forging tools on display as the blacksmiths toiled on, ""smells like ash.""<br/><br/>But something else caught her eye in front of her, as she noticed a familiar face speaking with an elder smith in quite an earnest tone.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Zarkenis Ultima <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23675171#p23675171"">wrote</a>:</cite>-snip-</div></blockquote><br/><blockquote><div><cite>The Starlight <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23657327#p23657327"">wrote</a>:</cite>-snip-</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Ellyn,"" wondered Niloofar, pausing behind the golden blonde a few steps away, ""she seems like one of our classmates...""<br/><br/>Stepping back a bit, the Xorshid felt a bit reluctant to interrupt. After all, the trainee was making an offer to her to join their club. As jealous as she felt, she considered interrupting them quite rude. Buttoning up her mouth, however, she was admittedly a bit put off. Nothing about Ellyn, as she could see it, indicated anything special. But she herself held back from doing anything snide, considering how little she knew anyone here."
10580,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=225,2015-03-01T04:15:00,The Unites State-Of-Minds,"Eamonn's outburst had darkened the mood a fair bit, but seeing as their curators had abstained from acknowledging any transgressions until they had finished their meals was reason enough for Arogisl to pay him no mind. Perhaps had the man taken a moment to filter his own words he would have found a more agreeable return for his thoughts, but seemingly eager to shift the group's mindset from such darkness Brightshield called for attention to instruct upon the details of proper waste disposal following a meal. Seemingly basic material, but he supposed it was always a good idea to ensure a lack of misunderstanding.<br/><br/>Concluding their stay on the top level of the Academy, they continued on with their tour of the facilities. The stairwell proved to be slightly more taxing upon him then expected; He thought it odd, but had noted a growing ache permeating his limbs. His concerns were brushed aside by their next stop, attributed to mere exertion during the earlier match, as his mind had greater things to concern itself with. The library was a breathtaking sight, the endless rows of tomes overwhelming in volume unlike any he had seen before. The family library of the home he left behind was but but a minor collection by comparison, whereas this was an athenaeum, a true respiratory of knowledge. And while he was saddened by the brevity of their time before moving onward, he found himself somewhat consoled at his certainty that he would be more then familiar with the area soon enough.<br/><br/>Their next stop placed them within a common area of the student floors; which, as Brightshield took no delay in informing them, was a dedicated space for the many student organizations of the Academy. One of their group inquired as to the presence of a book club followed by another inquiring as to the formation of new clubs. The thought of a book club was somewhat appealing, however he was loath to have his spare reading time dictated for him and thus he would probably stick with alchemic studies, perhaps a fencing club if he could find one. Recalling his earlier conversation with Jynna, it occurred to him that they might look for a metallurgic club together. She had yet to disembark from the group as some already had, so he had but to take a few steps in her direction before standing alongside her.<br/><br/>""Hello Miss Ayrendor. If you would permit me to be so bold, would you care to accompany me in searching out a metallurgic studies club?"""
10581,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=225,2015-03-01T18:47:00,The Starlight,"<blockquote><div><cite>Zarkenis Ultima <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23675171#p23675171"">wrote</a>:</cite>-snip-</div></blockquote><br/>Ellyn followed the woman as she led her to the brief acquaintance she had made during the duels.<br/><br/>Once there, she observed with interest Taro's energy claw, an intriguing device. It would be nice to see how it worked. Looking at it brought up a thing she hadn't considered. Forging and metallurgy wasn't only about forging weapons and armor. It was so much more than that, and though, perhaps one day she would specialize in a specific type like her father, it would be beneficial to gain a foundation in all of the various types and fields, and here was a great place to get started.<br/><br/>Drawing herself out of her thoughts, she replied, ""I would love to join! I'm not exactly sure of what my schedule is going to look like, but after I receive that, I can formalize when I'll be able to come here, I believe. So do you work on your own projects here, or are there specific commissions of things to forge?""<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Wolfenium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23689035#p23689035"">wrote</a>:</cite>-snip-</div></blockquote><br/>Hearing an arrival behind her and turning back, she saw a fellow student step in. ""Oh, hello, Niloofar! Nice to see you here too."" Ellyn then realized how little she knew of her fellow students. Though she hadn't had much of a opportunity, it would be nice to hear about their interests, and perhaps she could share some of her own. They were in the same group, and it made little sense for them to be strangers."
10582,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=225,2015-03-01T20:12:00,Wolfenium,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Starlight <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23699108#p23699108"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Zarkenis Ultima <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23675171#p23675171"">wrote</a>:</cite>-snip-</div></blockquote><br/>Ellyn followed the woman as she led her to the brief acquaintance she had made during the duels.<br/><br/>Once there, she observed with interest Taro's energy claw, an intriguing device. It would be nice to see how it worked. Looking at it brought up a thing she hadn't considered. Forging and metallurgy wasn't only about forging weapons and armor. It was so much more than that, and though, perhaps one day she would specialize in a specific type like her father, it would be beneficial to gain a foundation in all of the various types and fields, and here was a great place to get started. <br/><br/>Drawing herself out of her thoughts, she replied, ""I would love to join! I'm not exactly sure of what my schedule is going to look like, but after I receive that, I can formalize when I'll be able to come here, I believe. So do you work on your own projects here, or are there specific commissions of things to forge?""<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Wolfenium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23689035#p23689035"">wrote</a>:</cite>-snip-</div></blockquote><br/>Hearing an arrival behind her and turning back, she saw a fellow student step in. ""Oh, hello, Niloofar! Nice to see you here too."" Ellyn then realized how little she knew of her fellow students. Though she hadn't had much of a opportunity, it would be nice to hear about their interests, and perhaps she could share some of her own. They were in the same group, and it made little sense for them to be strangers.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Ah, nice to meet you too. Ellyn, is it,"" blurted the girl in surprise, blinking a bit with her wide eyes as the Acrean addressed her directly, ""I don't suppose you're interested in metalwork too? Or jeweling? I usually prefer the former. We've survived a lot longer without the use of crystals. I feel we have to be cautious about being over-reliant on them.""<br/><br/>It felt a bit awkward for her to be speaking to Ellyn for the first time, especially in the presence of their seniors. Then again, they would be spending a lot of time together in the coming days. It would have been strange if Niloofar had kept to herself for extended periods of time. She already at least one person mad since her time here. She did not want to chase the rest of the class away."
10583,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=225,2015-03-01T20:18:00,The Starlight,"<blockquote><div><cite>Wolfenium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23700139#p23700139"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Ah, nice to meet you too. Ellyn, is it,"" blurted the girl in surprise, blinking a bit with her wide eyes as the Acrean addressed her directly, ""I don't suppose you're interested in metalwork too? Or jeweling? I usually prefer the former. We've survived a lot longer without the use of crystals. I feel we have to be cautious about being over-reliant on them.""</div></blockquote><br/>Ellyn nodded, ""Yes, it is Ellyn. What I've forged before coming here, were swords and armor, so I suppose a mix of both. However, I would like to expand my knowledge, of what I'm not sure yet. But caution is necessary, we do not want to be helpless if crystals ever should fail us. Considering that crystals regenerate and reform over time, after we pick them from caverns, making them a renewable resource. However, I'm in no way an expert, that's just my opinion. I certainly could be wrong,"" she said, shrugging."
10584,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=225,2015-03-01T20:40:00,Wolfenium,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Starlight <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23700210#p23700210"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Wolfenium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23700139#p23700139"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Ah, nice to meet you too. Ellyn, is it,"" blurted the girl in surprise, blinking a bit with her wide eyes as the Acrean addressed her directly, ""I don't suppose you're interested in metalwork too? Or jeweling? I usually prefer the former. We've survived a lot longer without the use of crystals. I feel we have to be cautious about being over-reliant on them.""</div></blockquote><br/>Ellyn nodded, ""Yes, it is Ellyn. What I've forged before coming here, were swords and armor, so I suppose a mix of both. However, I would like to expand my knowledge, of what I'm not sure yet. But caution is necessary, we do not want to be helpless if crystals ever should fail us. Considering that crystals regenerate and reform over time, after we pick them from caverns, making them a renewable resource. However, I'm in no way an expert, that's just my opinion. I certainly could be wrong,"" she said, shrugging.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""So you want to be a weaponsmith,"" Niloofar remarked with interest, ""sounds like a well-rounded warrior to me. I'm sure we'll pick up a thing or two here. No need to worry about the reasons for learning. Just an interest in the field would do.""<br/><br/>""To be honest,"" she explained, ""even renewable resources can run out with careless use. Old Gaia is full of tales of how its once green beauty turned into barren brown because we over-exploited her riches with reckless abandon. We already have plenty of news of caverns actually mined out throughout the lands. I think that's reason enough to conserve what we can. Besides,"" she mused, ""items crafted by metallurgy doesn't sap mana at all. No need to exhaust yourself with crystal-powered shovel if a normal carbon steel one can do the same. Also... using mana affects me more than other people do. Don't know why, it just does...""<br/><br/>Niloofar was not sure if she wanted to share her secret with Ellyn. The last thing she feared was being judged as odd by everyone. She had not seen a single person with luminescent hair like her, and her irises shine with aura a lot more significantly than other mages. Then again, there would be a time when she would<span style=""font-style: italic"">have</span>to use her magic, in a lesson or a duel. When that happens, she would have to offer an explanation, and she was reluctant to put her brother through the uncomfortable stage of explaining her predicament again."
10585,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=225,2015-03-01T21:09:00,The Starlight,"<blockquote><div><cite>Wolfenium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23700444#p23700444"">wrote</a>:</cite>""So you want to be a weaponsmith,"" Niloofar remarked with interest, ""sounds like a well-rounded warrior to me. I'm sure we'll pick up a thing or two here. No need to worry about the reasons for learning. Just an interest in the field would do.""<br/><br/>""To be honest,"" she explained, ""even renewable resources can run out with careless use. Old Gaia is full of tales of how its once green beauty turned into barren brown because we over-exploited her riches with reckless abandon. We already have plenty of news of caverns actually mined out throughout the lands. I think that's reason enough to conserve what we can. Besides,"" she mused, ""items crafted by metallurgy doesn't sap mana at all. No need to exhaust yourself with crystal-powered shovel if a normal carbon steel one can do the same. Also... using mana affects me more than other people do. Don't know why, it just does...""<br/><br/>Niloofar was not sure if she wanted to share her secret with Ellyn. The last thing she feared was being judged as odd by everyone. She had not seen a single person with luminescent hair like her, and her irises shine with aura a lot more significantly than other mages. Then again, there would be a time when she would <span style=""font-style: italic"">have</span> to use her magic, in a lesson or a duel. When that happens, she would have to offer an explanation, and she was reluctant to put her brother through the uncomfortable stage of explaining her predicament again.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""That's unfortunate. Arcea still has most of its caverns intact, though I did hear my father speaking with one of the Forger's Guild on our planet about the need for regulations. People need to know that just because it's renewable, that doesn't mean that you can use it on useless things, or waste them. But I generally agree, overdependence on crystals may come back to bite us all."" she said. ""As for mana affecting you more, I'm afraid I wouldn't know why that happens. However, there seems to be at least one person specializing in every field in the Academy, so I'm sure Aressa or Arcander can help you find someone who can help you figure out why that happens, perhaps."
10586,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=225,2015-03-02T01:31:00,Wolfenium,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Starlight <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23700684#p23700684"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Wolfenium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23700444#p23700444"">wrote</a>:</cite>""So you want to be a weaponsmith,"" Niloofar remarked with interest, ""sounds like a well-rounded warrior to me. I'm sure we'll pick up a thing or two here. No need to worry about the reasons for learning. Just an interest in the field would do.""<br/><br/>""To be honest,"" she explained, ""even renewable resources can run out with careless use. Old Gaia is full of tales of how its once green beauty turned into barren brown because we over-exploited her riches with reckless abandon. We already have plenty of news of caverns actually mined out throughout the lands. I think that's reason enough to conserve what we can. Besides,"" she mused, ""items crafted by metallurgy doesn't sap mana at all. No need to exhaust yourself with crystal-powered shovel if a normal carbon steel one can do the same. Also... using mana affects me more than other people do. Don't know why, it just does...""<br/><br/>Niloofar was not sure if she wanted to share her secret with Ellyn. The last thing she feared was being judged as odd by everyone. She had not seen a single person with luminescent hair like her, and her irises shine with aura a lot more significantly than other mages. Then again, there would be a time when she would <span style=""font-style: italic"">have</span> to use her magic, in a lesson or a duel. When that happens, she would have to offer an explanation, and she was reluctant to put her brother through the uncomfortable stage of explaining her predicament again.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""That's unfortunate. Arcea still has most of its caverns intact, though I did hear my father speaking with one of the Forger's Guild on our planet about the need for regulations. People need to know that just because it's renewable, that doesn't mean that you can use it on useless things, or waste them. But I generally agree, overdependence on crystals may come back to bite us all."" she said. ""As for mana affecting you more, I'm afraid I wouldn't know why that happens. However, there seems to be at least one person specializing in every field in the Academy, so I'm sure Aressa or Arcander can help you find someone who can help you figure out why that happens, perhaps.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""I... don't know if I should ask..."" Niloofar uttered, rubbing her arm in discomfort, ""to be honest, I'm a bit worried about what I might find out... I try to ignore the gossip others keep saying, but sometimes... I'm not sure what to believe. You probably wouldn't understand.""<br/><br/>Trying to laugh it off, the Muramasa-jin looked quite desperate to change the subject. The more she probed, the more troubled she started to feel about herself. Despite assurances by her own family and friends, she never quite got over her past. The one thing that bothered her most was how little she actually knew about it, and how everyone there just seemed to think of her the same way, as some dragon spawn."
10587,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=225,2015-03-02T06:33:00,The Starlight,"<blockquote><div><cite>Wolfenium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23702064#p23702064"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I... don't know if I should ask..."" Niloofar uttered, rubbing her arm in discomfort, ""to be honest, I'm a bit worried about what I might find out... I try to ignore the gossip others keep saying, but sometimes... I'm not sure what to believe. You probably wouldn't understand.""<br/><br/>Trying to laugh it off, the Muramasa-jin looked quite desperate to change the subject. The more she probed, the more troubled she started to feel about herself. Despite assurances by her own family and friends, she never quite got over her past. The one thing that bothered her most was how little she actually knew about it, and how everyone there just seemed to think of her the same way, as some dragon spawn.</div></blockquote><br/>""Well, it's up to you in the end. But you're right, I don't understand, and I won't attempt to pry. Anyway,"" said Ellyn seeing Niloofar's uncomfortable face, ""anything else you want to talk about? Seems like we all haven't spoken much to each other, and it would be great to get to know more about our fellow students. After all, we're going to be together for a long time. Well, I guess I'll start. What do you want to know about me?"" Ellyn asked."
10588,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=250,2015-03-02T19:49:00,Wolfenium,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Starlight <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23703078#p23703078"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Wolfenium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23702064#p23702064"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I... don't know if I should ask..."" Niloofar uttered, rubbing her arm in discomfort, ""to be honest, I'm a bit worried about what I might find out... I try to ignore the gossip others keep saying, but sometimes... I'm not sure what to believe. You probably wouldn't understand.""<br/><br/>Trying to laugh it off, the Muramasa-jin looked quite desperate to change the subject. The more she probed, the more troubled she started to feel about herself. Despite assurances by her own family and friends, she never quite got over her past. The one thing that bothered her most was how little she actually knew about it, and how everyone there just seemed to think of her the same way, as some dragon spawn.</div></blockquote><br/>""Well, it's up to you in the end. But you're right, I don't understand, and I won't attempt to pry. Anyway,"" said Ellyn seeing Niloofar's uncomfortable face, ""anything else you want to talk about? Seems like we all haven't spoken much to each other, and it would be great to get to know more about our fellow students. After all, we're going to be together for a long time. Well, I guess I'll start. What do you want to know about me?"" Ellyn asked.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Blinking a bit, Niloofar was a bit taken aback by Ellyn's straightforward query. She knew absolutely jack about the knight, and she had no idea what to ask. Not to mention, it might feel a bit rude diverting the conversation from the trainee all of a sudden. They were here to join the smithing club, first of all. She did not really consider it appropriate to engage in small talk right now.<br/><br/>""We... I'd probably not stay here too long, but I suppose you're right,"" she admitted, ""I don't know where to start, though... How about your name? A name speaks of one's identity and family. I admit, I don't have much of a background to speak of. Maybe a bit about yourself and your house sounds good."""
10589,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=250,2015-03-02T21:17:00,The Starlight,"<blockquote><div><cite>Wolfenium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23710624#p23710624"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Blinking a bit, Niloofar was a bit taken aback by Ellyn's straightforward query. She knew absolutely jack about the knight, and she had no idea what to ask. Not to mention, it might feel a bit rude diverting the conversation from the trainee all of a sudden. They were here to join the smithing club, first of all. She did not really consider it appropriate to engage in small talk right now.<br/><br/>""We... I'd probably not stay here too long, but I suppose you're right,"" she admitted, ""I don't know where to start, though... How about your name? A name speaks of one's identity and family. I admit, I don't have much of a background to speak of. Maybe a bit about yourself and your house sounds good.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""I suppose I will start with the etymology of it then. Ellyn Tarembor.<span style=""font-style: italic"">El</span>, meaning first.<span style=""font-style: italic"">lyn</span>, dawn. Ellyn, first dawn. Tarembor. It means, blazing light. My father, Teleren Tarembor, is a forger. Not only of armor and weapons, but of tools and toys, for the time when blades are no longer needed in this universe. He taught me all that I knew about forging, but I will never surpass his work. People come from different planets for commissions of swords, armor and tools. He is a co-head of the Forger's Guild upon Acrea. My mother, Windelas Tarembor, is a painter, who taught me how to paint herself. So I suppose I inherited the gifts of both my parents, as I am both a forger, and an artist. From what I've gathered from the family history, House Tarembor have always worked with their hands. I believe the founder of our family was a farmer, who became a forger, teaching himself the art. They are kind people, always supporting me, and I love them dearly. I will miss them, but they were ecstatic to see me admitted to the Academy, and were adamant that I not give up this once in a lifetime opportunity.""<br/><br/>""As for me, I was a curious child. I would spend hours, watching my father work, or my mother paint, being fascinated by what they did. Though I was originally groomed for ""lady-like"" positions I convinced my mother that I wanted to be a warrior like the legends of old. I devised a training system for myself, meant to hone myself into a person my father and mother would be proud of. I spent my time doing three things, exercising, training with the sword and spear, forging, to build muscle and grant me strength, and painting, to keep my hand quick, steady and precise. I sacrificed most of my social life, preferring the company of my parents, despite their insistence. After many lessons, and failures, I succeeded in forging the sword and spear I use today, Dawnbreaker, and SIlverthorn, I christened them. Deciding to test myself, I entered a local tournament, and to my surprise and joy, won. After a few more tournaments, I received a letter from the Academy, and here I am. Any questions?"" Ellyn asked."
10590,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=250,2015-03-02T23:55:00,Wolfenium,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Starlight <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23711571#p23711571"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Wolfenium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23710624#p23710624"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Blinking a bit, Niloofar was a bit taken aback by Ellyn's straightforward query. She knew absolutely jack about the knight, and she had no idea what to ask. Not to mention, it might feel a bit rude diverting the conversation from the trainee all of a sudden. They were here to join the smithing club, first of all. She did not really consider it appropriate to engage in small talk right now.<br/><br/>""We... I'd probably not stay here too long, but I suppose you're right,"" she admitted, ""I don't know where to start, though... How about your name? A name speaks of one's identity and family. I admit, I don't have much of a background to speak of. Maybe a bit about yourself and your house sounds good.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""I suppose I will start with the etymology of it then. Ellyn Tarembor. <span style=""font-style: italic"">El</span>, meaning first. <span style=""font-style: italic"">lyn</span>, dawn. Ellyn, first dawn. Tarembor. It means, blazing light. My father, Teleren Tarembor, is a forger. Not only of armor and weapons, but of tools and toys, for the time when blades are no longer needed in this universe. He taught me all that I knew about forging, but I will never surpass his work. People come from different planets for commissions of swords, armor and tools. He is a co-head of the Forger's Guild upon Acrea. My mother, Windelas Tarembor, is a painter, who taught me how to paint herself. So I suppose I inherited the gifts of both my parents, as I am both a forger, and an artist. From what I've gathered from the family history, House Tarembor have always worked with their hands. I believe the founder of our family was a farmer, who became a forger, teaching himself the art. They are kind people, always supporting me, and I love them dearly. I will miss them, but they were ecstatic to see me admitted to the Academy, and were adamant that I not give up this once in a lifetime opportunity.""<br/><br/>""As for me, I was a curious child. I would spend hours, watching my father work, or my mother paint, being fascinated by what they did. Though I was originally groomed for ""lady-like"" positions I convinced my mother that I wanted to be a warrior like the legends of old. I devised a training system for myself, meant to hone myself into a person my father and mother would be proud of. I spent my time doing three things, exercising, training with the sword and spear, forging, to build muscle and grant me strength, and painting, to keep my hand quick, steady and precise. I sacrificed most of my social life, preferring the company of my parents, despite their insistence. After many lessons, and failures, I succeeded in forging the sword and spear I use today, Dawnbreaker, and Silverthorn, I christened them. Deciding to test myself, I entered a local tournament, and to my surprise and joy, won. After a few more tournaments, I received a letter from the Academy, and here I am. Any questions?"" Ellyn asked.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""That... doesn't sound very fantastic,"" Niloofar went, a bit disturbed at her story, ""I can tell you put in a lot to pursue your dream, but don't you think there's more to life than just being a warrior? Don't you feel the least bit lonely without any friends?""<br/><br/>In many respects, Ellyn's life story sounded rather typical of most story protagonists to her, a young student with dear and kind parents who grew up in the craft and took on the opportunity to study in a prestigious academy to pursue her dreams. Niloofar was admittedly a bit tired of hearing them, but she tried not to be snide this time, no matter how tempting. After all, if it were up to her, she would have picked a more comfortable life story like Ellyn's compared to her own. The only matter she had to voice, however, was the glaring lack of social life the girl went through. She could not help but think Ellyn might end up alienating her peers with her inexperience with social interaction.<br/><br/>""My full name is Niloofar Shirazi, at least that was my name after I was adopted into the family,"" she mused, looking a bit solemn, ""it doesn't really hold any special meaning. It just means 'water-lily' in Xorshid tongue, which is a direct translation of my old name, Suiren. You see, before coming to Mervarid, I spent my early life on Muramasa. It's a rather inhospitable place... and not something I fondly remember...""<br/><br/>Pausing for a while, Niloofar was a bit lost for words again. She was not sure where to continue. Certainly, she preferred not to speak of her past in Muramasa if she could. Speaking up again, she apologized, ""ah, sorry. A bit lost in my thoughts again. I was hoping if you'd ask me something for a change. I hope you don't mind."""
10591,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=250,2015-03-03T07:03:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Unites State-Of-Minds <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23691112#p23691112"">wrote</a>:</cite>Eamonn's outburst had darkened the mood a fair bit, but seeing as their curators had abstained from acknowledging any transgressions until they had finished their meals was reason enough for Arogisl to pay him no mind. Perhaps had the man taken a moment to filter his own words he would have found a more agreeable return for his thoughts, but seemingly eager to shift the group's mindset from such darkness Brightshield called for attention to instruct upon the details of proper waste disposal following a meal. Seemingly basic material, but he supposed it was always a good idea to ensure a lack of misunderstanding. <br/><br/>Concluding their stay on the top level of the Academy, they continued on with their tour of the facilities. The stairwell proved to be slightly more taxing upon him then expected; He thought it odd, but had noted a growing ache permeating his limbs. His concerns were brushed aside by their next stop, attributed to mere exertion during the earlier match, as his mind had greater things to concern itself with. The library was a breathtaking sight, the endless rows of tomes overwhelming in volume unlike any he had seen before. The family library of the home he left behind was but but a minor collection by comparison, whereas this was an athenaeum, a true respiratory of knowledge. And while he was saddened by the brevity of their time before moving onward, he found himself somewhat consoled at his certainty that he would be more then familiar with the area soon enough. <br/><br/>Their next stop placed them within a common area of the student floors; which, as Brightshield took no delay in informing them, was a dedicated space for the many student organizations of the Academy. One of their group inquired as to the presence of a book club followed by another inquiring as to the formation of new clubs. The thought of a book club was somewhat appealing, however he was loath to have his spare reading time dictated for him and thus he would probably stick with alchemic studies, perhaps a fencing club if he could find one. Recalling his earlier conversation with Jynna, it occurred to him that they might look for a metallurgic club together. She had yet to disembark from the group as some already had, so he had but to take a few steps in her direction before standing alongside her.<br/><br/>""Hello Miss Ayrendor. If you would permit me to be so bold, would you care to accompany me in searching out a metallurgic studies club?""</div></blockquote><br/>Jyn was at first taken aback by the library when they had passed it, in awe of it's incredible size and the knowledge it must hold. Though Jyn wasn't the bookish type, she could be impressed by the sheer size of the library and the amount of archaic knowledge present. However that had passed when they had reached the common room, leaving her with a lost sense. She wasn't quite sure what to do at the moment. That was until Arogisl had approached her with the offer to accompany him to find the metallurgy club they were discussing earlier. She smiled and nodded. ""Sure. That sounds interesting."" She replied, then paused. ""So, where should we look? Should we ask someone?"""
10592,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=250,2015-03-04T11:09:00,Atlannia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Zarkenis Ultima <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23616314#p23616314"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>As the group descended, Arcander spoke once again. ""Now, there are 199 floors in total, with this being the top floor. We don't really know what goes on in it, for the most part, but the architects were mindful enough to place some restrooms around here, restrooms which you should use now if you need to."" The guide advised, pointing towards the door that led to the restrooms, and then to the other staircase, which led further down and had a sign next to it which read: ""Students and staff members alike are reminded to discard any food items, wash their hands and dry them before entering."" The rest of the floor did not seem too terribly interesting. Aside from the restrooms and the space where the staircases were located, there was only a wall, with a door that had an ""Authorized Personnel Only"" sign on it.<br/><br/>The group then proceeded further downwards, where they were met with a much different sight. A large white room, with rows upon rows of shelves filled with books, tracking devices attached to their spines so that the librarians would be able to keep track of books borrowed by the students at any given moment. There were several computer terminals as well, for the purpose of either finding a specific book to read or borrow, or to read or obtain a digital copy of any such book; not far from the computer terminals, there were several tables and chairs for people to read comfortably while in the library. There were also several people present, some of them students and some of them men and women clad in dark robes, with one of them seemingly sleeping in his chair behind a desk, evidently the head librarian, or at the very least an assistant.<br/><br/>""This is the academy's library. It's one of the largest in the Order's territory, though not nearly as large as the Phantom Archives. It contains plenty of works of every kind, from essays on the impossible nature of Physis magic to Abyssal cooking manuals - and that's no joke."" Aressa said as quietly as she could manage while keeping his voice audible to the whole group, so as to avoid disturbing the staff, the other students, and the man behind the desk in particular. ""This floor and the next one are full of books and terminals like these. The floor after the next contains some virtual reality equipment for didactic purposes. The one after that contains a warehouse with additional copies of several of the titles held here.""<br/><br/>With that, they proceeded beyond the library, reaching the classrooms, which were briefly described by the two guides. After that, they reached the student floors, which the recruits were already familiar with, and, passing them quickly, they arrived at what was arguably the first major stop in any tour of the Northern Branch of the Silver Hand Academy that didn't start in the cafeteria: The workshop and club floors. After their long descent, they arrived at a relatively large open area with benches running along the walls and several doors with signs on them, with nearby windows allowing one to gaze into the rooms, windows that showed bloodrobes and aspirants alike working on some project or another in some instances, and golden-robed students speaking politely with first year recruits in others.<br/><br/>""Alright, this is where it gets fun. These are places you can spend some time at after classes are over, and there's quite a bit of variety. There's a smithing workshop, a crafts club, and even a tactician club. Or at least, that's what they call it. I've seldom seen them do much more than play tabletop games."" Arcander explained. ""Regardless, the point is that there's quite a few of these, so you'd do well to visit some of them and see which ones you like so that you can come back to them later. Students <span style=""font-style: italic"">are</span> required to take on at least a couple of extracurricular activities along with their regular classes, but one can always ignore that fact and do it for fun. It's better that way."" He assured his charges, nodding at them.<br/><br/>""Indeed, Arcander is correct. You should check out the activities offered by the senior students who run these workshops in order to decide which ones you would like to take part in. As long as the shop in question is not closed, there should be an aspirant inside willing and able to answer any questions you might have for them."" Aressa added once Arcander was done. ""So, we'll give you some time to explore to your heart's content before carrying on.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>Exploring sounded agreeable to Alfenn, it was always advantageous to get a lay of the land even if the prospect of after class activities was distinctly less interesting. It sounded well...<span style=""font-style: italic"">frivolous, utterly frivolous </span>Alfenn decided, but it was apparently also mandatory so he might as well make the best of things and find the least disagreeable activity. Perhaps it would even be a way to make useful connections. With this in mind, Alfenn silently veered away as the group broke up into small clusters or singles to explore.<br/><br/>He had no particular destination in mind and so took no particular path. He meandered unobtrusively through the throngs of students, eyeing the various clubs with a furrowed brow and healthy dose of scepticism. One room was clearly set up as a sort of kitchen and a girl close to his age was engaged in vigorously stirring something an emerald shade of green. Alfenn could vividly picture the aneurysm his Father would have on learning his only son and heir had turned his hands to ""servant's work"" and for that reason alone was more than a little tempted to join.<span style=""font-style: italic"">It looks a little messy though</span>he mused. Perhaps it was simply the girl's enthusiasm but she had managed to get more of the green stuff on herself and the nearby table then remained in the bowl.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Still if I prepared my own food no one could ever poison me, intriguing...mark it down in the maybe section</span>He stayed to watch a little longer and observed an older aspirant sample the green stuff and advise the girl to ""make it more gelatinous,""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Gah, forget it!</span>thought Alfenn, a soft chill running down his spine. Turning curtly on his heels he left in search of better options.<br/><br/>He passed a room blanketed in gaudy shades of pink and lace doilies billing itself as the needlepoint club that looked absolutely soporific. In fact he was certain one of the members was falling asleep in the pillow like armchair he occupied, his cheek bobbing perilously close to the upturned needle. Alfenn continued past the needle point room, flinching slightly when he heard a high pitched yelp of pain from behind him.<br/><br/>The library was next on his route and poking his head in was enough to make Alfenn raise an eyebrow. The towering shelves crammed full of texts were certainly an order of magnitude more impressive than anything the Black Cups' archives could boast.<span style=""font-style: italic"">They might even have something on </span>it<span style=""font-style: italic""> here, it would be a good place to start at any rate.</span>Still Alfenn presumed he wouldn't need to join a particular club to access the library and he didn't really want to spend his leisure time there as well so he moved on.<br/><br/>He passed a duelling club which looked promising, if a little repetitive and something called the ""Chariot enthusiasts' club"" which he fixed with a hateful glare before moving on. The art club seemed to be having fun but Alfenn knew nothing whatsoever about art and the boy loudly insisting his rather lopsided sculpture was simply ""abstract"" took a little of the sheen off of it. There was a baking club which Alfenn felt might have been more accurately called the baking-and-glaring-at the-cooking-club-club because that seemed to occupy an equal amount of their time, presumably the two were rivals.<br/><br/>Finally Alfenn's wanderings saw him end up in front of a dusty little room whose crude, digital sign marked it as the ""tactician’s club"" it sounded familiar and Alfenn remembered Arcander mentioning it in passing.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Tabletop games? Like the ones Father got from that merchant? This could be amusing...</span>he walked closer to get a better look and peered through the window. The room itself was not particularly impressive, the walls were bare and a little scuffed, but a table at the back was covered in elaborately sculpted and painted miniatures. Warriors in shining armour of every colour equipped with a dizzying variety of weaponry, fantastic beasts of all description including an enormous dragon at the centre and at least one water fowl. Closer to the window two students sat opposite each other staring intensely at a game board, it was clear they were engaged in a match and Alfenn watched them with interest."
10593,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=250,2015-03-09T10:20:00,Atlannia,"The board was a fairly standard holographic Warfield, with a small projected barrier that obscured any section of the map not in range of a friendly unit. From his vantage point Alfenn could only see the units of one of the players. A short, mousey haired boy whose eyes flicked uncertainly between his units. Even without seeing the units of the player, a girl about Alfenn's age with her dark hair tied back in a ponytail and a devious grin, Alfenn could tell the boy was getting the worst of it. Most of the little bars that hovered above his units and represented their health and morale were perilously close to depleted and their formation was disorganised and vulnerable. Slowly the boy picked up a heavily armoured knight, one of his few pieces still units left in good condition, and moved to advance the unit forwards, into a clump of forest type terrain. The boy's move would get him closer to his objective, an artefact both teams were attempting to capture and return to their base. All the same Alfenn found himself unable to keep his peace and stepped into the dusty little room.<br/><br/>""You know you're walking into an ambush don't you?"" he said, startling both of the players. The boy dropped his knight as though it had shocked him and the girl's grin switched instantly over to a scowl.<br/><br/>""Hey you can't tell him what's on my side of the board,"" she protested indignantly, folding her arms over her chest.<br/><br/>""I can't see your side of the board,"" replied Alfenn evenly ""It's just painfully obvious what your strategy is that's all. He turned to the boy, ""You'd be better off falling back and reorganising to regain some morale before making a coordinated push down the other side,"" he traced a path along the board with a finger.<br/>""And you can't just tell him what to do either!"" snapped the girl ""That's cheating,""<br/><br/>""Sorry,"" said the boy with a sheepish half smile ""But I think this one is pretty much a foregone conclusion,""<br/><br/>""Mm,"" replied Alfenn, studying the board with narrowed eyes ""No you can win from here,""<br/><br/>""I don't really see it,"" said the boy apologetically, the girl smirked triumphantly ""If you're so sure why don't you play newbie? See if you can do better?""<br/><br/>Alfenn looked at the boy who shrugged and pushed his brown hair out of his eyes ""I was just going to anyway, Nari always wipes the floor with me, go ahead if you want to,"" With that he stood up and offered Alfenn his chair. Alfenn sat down with a little shrug and then cracked his knuckles. ""If you don't mind, I'll see what I can do,""<br/><br/>Up close the situation was even direr than he had originally thought. The map was symmetrical and divided roughly into thirds by two mountain ranges that hampered movement n either side. Both ranges featured a fairly open path through them on the left and a much more narrow, forest filled path on the right that was vulnerable to ambushes. He opened up the combat log and ghostly after images of the units re-enacted previous turns for him. It looked as though the girl, Nari, had moved aggressively in the early game to take control of both mountain ranges. A fierce battle at the left pass had gone in her favour and convinced the boy to turn back and try the right path. Of course Nari had predicted that and sent a small force to ambush him there. Now that her ambush had been averted she would probably just regroup and try a direct assault.<br/><br/>Irritatingly it didn't look like he could turn the mountains to his advantage as a defensive bottleneck, his units were too spread apart to regroup in time for Nari's assault and his still healthy knight, who would be critical in a defensive battle was on the other side of the map. With a Reluctant frown Alfenn decided to move most of his units onto the low hills nearby instead, although an overall weaker position it would give his units time to rest and recover a little as well as move into a half decent formation with his casters at the rear and his melee units at the front.<br/><br/>Nari saw his frown and her grin retruned with a veangance ""What's the matter?"" she asked mockingly ""Not so confident now you're in the front seat huh? You know you can always give up, maybe I'll even let you have a rematch on a clean slate,""<br/><br/>""I think I'll play this one out first,"" said Alfenn calmly. The barrier preventing him from even seeing where her arms were moving but he knew roughly where they were anyway, or he could guess at least. Soon enough she sat back with a satisfied look and the turn passed to Alfenn again. It was a quick one as he only had to make a few quick moves and then give his units time to rest. Soon it was Nari's turn again and her units came into view. They had hardly taken any damage and made a beeline for his weakened frontline. Although it took them into range of Alfenn's mages and they got off a few good attacks it wasn't enough to slow down the assault and soon his frontline was destroyed and Nari's units began to advance towards his mages. Her turn was up however and Alfenn was able to pull them back further.<span style=""font-style: italic"">They won't last more than a turn though </span>he thought, his brow furrowing.<br/><br/>Nari smirked as her turn came around again, her knights came into view once more and cut down his last mages, leaving the route to his base unguarded.<br/>""I'd say that this match is just about over, you've only got one knight left and he won't be enough to stop me taking your base,"" she said triumphantly, ""Go ahead and take your last turn,""<br/>""Alright I admit it,"" said Alfenn with an air of resignation ""This match is over,"" With that he moved his last knight back into his base, the artefact safely in tow.<br/><br/>""Wh-Wait!"" insisted a startled Nari ""There’s no way your knight could move all the way to the artefact in time, you pulled back from the forest pass!""<br/><br/>""Mm no,"" said Alfenn evenly ""I told your friend here to pull back, but when I took over I figured you would give up your ambush and it would be safe to make straight for the artefact, I guess I was right,""<br/><br/>""You sneaky-"" began Nari as Alfenn stood up ""I want a rematch!""<br/><br/>""I'd love to,"" said Alfenn, with a wry smile ""Unfortunately I think I'm running late,"" he said, walking towards the door.<br/><br/>""Then join our club!"" she called after him ""So I can wipe the floor with you some other time!""<br/><br/>""I'll think about it,"" he called back, stepping out into the hall.<span style=""font-style: italic"">After all it could be amusing.</span>"
10594,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=250,2015-03-10T15:27:00,The Starlight,"<blockquote><div><cite>Wolfenium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23712718#p23712718"">wrote</a>:</cite>""That... doesn't sound very fantastic,"" Niloofar went, a bit disturbed at her story, ""I can tell you put in a lot to pursue your dream, but don't you think there's more to life than just being a warrior? Don't you feel the least bit lonely without any friends?""<br/><br/>In many respects, Ellyn's life story sounded rather typical of most story protagonists to her, a young student with dear and kind parents who grew up in the craft and took on the opportunity to study in a prestigious academy to pursue her dreams. Niloofar was admittedly a bit tired of hearing them, but she tried not to be snide this time, no matter how tempting. After all, if it were up to her, she would have picked a more comfortable life story like Ellyn's compared to her own. The only matter she had to voice, however, was the glaring lack of social life the girl went through. She could not help but think Ellyn might end up alienating her peers with her inexperience with social interaction.<br/><br/>""My full name is Niloofar Shirazi, at least that was my name after I was adopted into the family,"" she mused, looking a bit solemn, ""it doesn't really hold any special meaning. It just means 'water-lily' in Xorshid tongue, which is a direct translation of my old name, Suiren. You see, before coming to Mervarid, I spent my early life on Muramasa. It's a rather inhospitable place... and not something I fondly remember...""<br/><br/>Pausing for a while, Niloofar was a bit lost for words again. She was not sure where to continue. Certainly, she preferred not to speak of her past in Muramasa if she could. Speaking up again, she apologized, ""ah, sorry. A bit lost in my thoughts again. I was hoping if you'd ask me something for a change. I hope you don't mind.""</div></blockquote><br/>Ellyn shrugged. ""I'd wager that if you asked people around here, their lives weren't particularly fantastic, not until they came here, however. As for me, some might have called the tournaments fantastic, in their own way. And yes, I suppose it was a bit of a lonely life, though I did have a few friends, but not many. And I've learned over the years that there is much more to life than fighting, but I don't know if or when the day will come when I hang up my sword, figuratively speaking.""<br/><br/>Ellyn then listened as Niloofar began telling her story. After her new companion had admitted that Ellyn should ask questions, she sat in thought for awhile, before speaking up. ""Here's one. I'm afraid I don't know much about the Xorshid Order, so, my question is, What is the Xorshid Order? And how would you describe Mervarid?"" she asked."
10595,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=250,2015-03-13T00:45:00,Wolfenium,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Starlight <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23800323#p23800323"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Wolfenium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=23712718#p23712718"">wrote</a>:</cite>""That... doesn't sound very fantastic,"" Niloofar went, a bit disturbed at her story, ""I can tell you put in a lot to pursue your dream, but don't you think there's more to life than just being a warrior? Don't you feel the least bit lonely without any friends?""<br/><br/>In many respects, Ellyn's life story sounded rather typical of most story protagonists to her, a young student with dear and kind parents who grew up in the craft and took on the opportunity to study in a prestigious academy to pursue her dreams. Niloofar was admittedly a bit tired of hearing them, but she tried not to be snide this time, no matter how tempting. After all, if it were up to her, she would have picked a more comfortable life story like Ellyn's compared to her own. The only matter she had to voice, however, was the glaring lack of social life the girl went through. She could not help but think Ellyn might end up alienating her peers with her inexperience with social interaction.<br/><br/>""My full name is Niloofar Shirazi, at least that was my name after I was adopted into the family,"" she mused, looking a bit solemn, ""it doesn't really hold any special meaning. It just means 'water-lily' in Xorshid tongue, which is a direct translation of my old name, Suiren. You see, before coming to Mervarid, I spent my early life on Muramasa. It's a rather inhospitable place... and not something I fondly remember...""<br/><br/>Pausing for a while, Niloofar was a bit lost for words again. She was not sure where to continue. Certainly, she preferred not to speak of her past in Muramasa if she could. Speaking up again, she apologized, ""ah, sorry. A bit lost in my thoughts again. I was hoping if you'd ask me something for a change. I hope you don't mind.""</div></blockquote><br/>Ellyn shrugged. ""I'd wager that if you asked people around here, their lives weren't particularly fantastic, not until they came here, however. As for me, some might have called the tournaments fantastic, in their own way. And yes, I suppose it was a bit of a lonely life, though I did have a few friends, but not many. And I've learned over the years that there is much more to life than fighting, but I don't know if or when the day will come when I hang up my sword, figuratively speaking.""<br/><br/>Ellyn then listened as Niloofar began telling her story. After her new companion had admitted that Ellyn should ask questions, she sat in thought for awhile, before speaking up. ""Here's one. I'm afraid I don't know much about the Xorshid Order, so, my question is, What is the Xorshid Order? And how would you describe Mervarid?"" she asked.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Well, you don't necessarily have to retire, in my opinion,"" she quipped, ""my family comes from a long line of guardians for the Xorshid Order. My grandfather never hung up his sword up to his dying breath, and neither has my father. If it's not possible for you to fight, you can still train others. I don't know about you, but I find retirement to be a very loaded word. Some people just find enjoyment in their work.""<br/><br/>Hearing her queries, Niloofar could not help but give a coy smile. Shrugging, she mused, ""it's quite a long story, but I suppose I'll try my best to summarize. I have to warn you, you might not like what you hear. If you've been hearing my brother's rants, you'll know why.""<br/><br/>""The Xorshid Order is a scholarly order dedicated to the collection, spread and expansion of humanity's knowledge through archaeology, archival of lost texts and original research and discovery of the universe's secrets. It was founded by refugees who fled the dragons' carnage to our home Cathedral, Mervarid, under the guidance of our first founder, a wandering scholar named Ahmed. It was said that Ahmed was an exile from humanity's once-foremost scholarly order before the Chalice Wars, the Order of Ay. During the Chalice War, the dervish of Ay sent their finest fighters to aid our efforts against the dragons, while its librarians hastily evacuated what little knowledge they preserved in their libraries to a distant world far from the conflict. However, when the dragons were finally defeated, Ay rapidly disappeared outside the fringes of civilization, severing all contact with the known universe and taking what little knowledge they had preserved for us with them. As our founder put it, his former Grandmistress, the 'Dragonslayer' Aylin Sadik, considered this a collective punishment on humanity for their misuse of human wisdom and a personal one on the Red Knight for his avarice for the Chalice. She held the Red Knight personally responsible for unleashing the apocalypse, failing to heed her warning about the Chalice and failing to hand the artifact over for Ay's safeguarding. Petty charges, some might say, but her position meant that she was free to deny humanity what little wisdom we had managed to scrape back from Gaia's destruction. Maybe she hoped to shame the Phantom Blade. No one really knows by now. What is known is that Ahmed could not accept the stand of his order, and returned to the known universe to build a new one.<br/><br/>In any case, since then, the Xorshid Order has since dedicated itself to reversing the damage caused from Ay's self-imposed exile, now known as the Eclipse. The name of our order itself means the 'sun' in Xorshid tongue, both a contrast to the 'moon' Ay names itself as and as a way to imply our stated purpose. Rather than simply guarding what tomes we archive for safekeeping, we actively make them available to the wider world, translating and distribute them to anyone interested in learning. Like a sun illuminating on the various planets, we too hope to educate and enlighten those seeking knowledge. There's still a long way to go, but I believe we can recover what has been forgotten, and more.<br/><br/>As for Mervarid, it's really quite a coincidence,"" she quipped, ""the planet itself was actually Ay's old home Cathedral, known as Inci by their language. Its current name is basically a translation of it, meaning 'pearl', due to its universally white appearance from space. However, far from a smooth white surface, Mervarid is a very cold, icy wasteland. Practically no one lives at the surface beyond our few starports. Instead, most of us live underground in the caverns, most of which had already been dug out by the old Ay dervish and now reused as archives just as they had before. The rest had become sprawling towns and universities. You might think we're crazy to stay in a place like that without terraforming it to be more inhabitable, but there, the cold, arid weather actually works to our advantage - books won't rot nearly as quickly than it would elsewhere.""<br/><br/>""I suppose that all there is to it,"" she concluded, ""I could say more, but I don't want to overload you too badly. I don't suppose you've heard of Sadik as well? After all, she was one of the few who journeyed with the Red Knight in their retrieval of the Chalice."""
10596,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=250,2015-03-15T17:13:00,Zarkenis Ultima,"Soon, the group met back on the hallways of the workshop floor, briefly tallking with the aspirants about their experiences with the clubs and such before everyone moved on with the tour of the Northern Branch of the Silver Hand Academy. They spent quite a bit of time going through everything, with the guides showing the recruits the swimming area, the training grounds, the stadiums, the medical ward, and, most importantly, the classrooms, where the aspirants explained how classes worked and gave them their respective schedules, explaining which classroom was meant to host which class and such so that they would not be lost in the future. After that, they also went to the landing platform where they had arrived that morning, where Arcander proceeded to explain that, should it ever be necessary, the students could board their Pegasii there when they were given clearance to ride one.<br/><br/>Eventually, the tour came to an end, and so, the students were shown back to their dorm, where pairs of the same gender were assigned a room to inhabit during their stay at the Academy. The rooms themselves were fairly comfortable, with a bed and a desk for each student, plus plenty of space for any other things they wished to have in their rooms, along with a large window that could be easily closed upon uttering the command.<br/><br/>The recruits were allowed to do as they pleased during the rest of the day while Aressa and Arcander went to spar at one of the arenas, though they were warned to be back to the student floors early, as there was a curfew in place.<br/><br/>And so, eventually, the recruits' first day at the Academy came to an end, and as the marble moon sang in the sky, the Silver Hand drifted off to sleep.<br/><hr/><br/><br/>A spear of light streaked through the eternal darkness of the void, unseen by the living, nor welcomed by the dead. It traveled far and wide across the stars, moving closer and closer to the seemingly everdistant Gryphon Constellation, standing proudly upon the black sea, its wings spreading across worlds.<br/><br/>There was not a single living creature nearby to see it, and there was not a single living creature nearby to hear what happened, either, but even then, the stalwart object continued its journey. Suddenly, it began emitting an electronic noise, soon to be followed by the grave, jaded voice of a man whose sentence was broken and obscured by the constant noise and other such complications. In the end, only two words were spoken by the man.<br/><br/>""Song... Prophet...""<br/><br/>And then, slightly clearer audio began playing. Now, there was no jaded male voice. Instead, there was a female, speaking no words, but rather singing a delicate, beautiful song. It was the voice of a world that died a thousand years ago, singing a song in a lonely concert to the abyss.<br/><hr/><br/><br/>The blazing star of the dragonslayers, Antagon, rose inexorably upon the vermilion skies of the Crimson Citadel, Arcadia, where most of the students were beginning to awaken from the slumber of the previous night. The situation was no different in dorm room A-23. On the common room, Arcander, already clad in his pristine white uniform, was whistling to himself as he prepared a meal for everyone, anticipating that at least some of them would likely prefer to eat quickly and head off to their classes instead of having to go all the way to the cafeteria, stand in line to order their food, eat at the speed of light and then run back down, possibly throwing up their breakfast in the process, thus defeating the whole purpose of risking a lack of punctuality like that.<br/><br/>Suddenly, one of the rooms opened, and out shuffled a groggy scarlet-haired aspirant in civilian attire, holding in her hands a towel and a set of neatly folded clothes. Aressa quickly shielded her eyes upon stepping past the threshold of her room, the light that was bountifully streaming in from the large window of the common room blinding her momentarily. Afterwards, however, she simply began shuffling towards the bathroom, taking a moment to sniff the air and then spare a glance at her partner, who was currently busy cooking some breakfast for everyone.<br/><br/>""Morning, Arc."" She mumbled quietly before resuming her slow advance towards the bathrooms.<br/><br/>""Oh, morning, Ari."" The white-haired aspirant replied, glancing at his still half-asleep partner for a moment and then simply shrugging, returning to his cooking and his whistling, ignoring the high-pitched yelp that came out of the bathroom after one of the showers activated. He was used to it by now.<br/><br/>Several minutes later, Aressa stepped out of the bathroom, looking much different. She was clean now, her hair neatly combed and no longer so awfully messy and her face much more presentable and alert. She was wearing her uniform now, holding some rolled-up dirty clothes that she promptly tossed into a nearby bin, before heading towards the sink to wash her hands.<br/><br/>""Remind me, what's our first class?"" The scarlet-haired guide asked her partner, whose expression turned thoughtful for a moment.<br/><br/>""Redemit History, I think."" He replied after a few moments, taking some plates out of a nearby shelf and placing them on the tables, though they were empty for the time being. ""Hold on, that was for the recruits. Ours is Advanced Pegasus Combat."" He corrected himself afterwards.<br/><br/>""Hm..."" Aressa wondered as she reflected on the answer given to her while taking one of the plates and standing next to Arcander. ""I guess I can survive without dropping off the contents of my stomach. What did you make today?"" She asked afterwards, changing the topic to something else.<br/><br/>""See for yourself!"" He replied cheerfully, taking her plate and placing on it a juicy steak with a generous ammount of mildly spicy brown dressing, along with some boiled potatoes, a serving of rice and a bit of cabbage salad. He then gave it back to her, smiling. ""There you go.""<br/><br/>""Thanks, it looks great."" She said, smiling back before headin over to sit at one of the tables, quietly eating her meal. There was still quite a bit of time before classes actually began, so there wasn't actually any hurry. With that in mind, serving himself a plate of food as well, Arcander sat down next to her and began eating silently as well as he waited for the recruits to wake up."
10597,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=250,2015-03-16T17:41:00,Esternial,"Though her body felt exhausted from a whole day of exploring the campus, Ritz' mind felt quite the opposite. Even as she lied in her bed she couldn't quiet down the excitement coursing through her limbs, trying to force them into action even though, physically, they refused to do anything of the sort. While brief, the time she spent with the Literary Club had managed to excite her otherwise calm and aloof personality. In all her haste, she even failed to introduce herself to the members and spent a fair amount of time barraging the club manager with questions about their activities and the library. Not a good first impression to make, but hopefully they had some degree of appreciation for her above average interest in what - to most students - is a pretty boring club.<br/><br/>In time, even her mind began to quiet down and sounds of the ocean outside finally lulled the young woman to sleep. The wind sang to her as she slept, continuously murmuring as it poured into her room through a window, opened just far enough for the cool breeze to waft in.<br/><br/>Deep inside the head of Ritz Bathys, the young woman descended into a world of her own creation, formed by the impulsed around her slumbering body. A pale white beach stretched out before her, with waves constantly advancing and retreating in tandem with her own breathing. A gentle breeze caressed her face as she looked up at the sky and felt the warmth of a nearby star stretch out across her skin in a warm embrace. Here, she felt truly at peace, a place of respite from the chaos of daily life. A place she felt truly safe and sound.<br/><br/>The state of calm she achieved this way was enough to focus her abilities, to become one with the energy around her and stretch the essence of her being beyond mere physical barriers, tethered to invisible threads and drawing from them an energy even she did not well and truly understand; beyond the mere knowledge that it was there she know little more. As she slept, the woman with the distinct champagne-pink hair produced a pleasant warmth that wrapped itself around her and gave her comfort above and beyond what anyone could ever experience. In the darkness, her skin shone ever so dimly. Barely noticeable, almost a trick on the eyes.<br/><br/>Needless to say, Ritz slept splendidly, waking up the next day as well-rested as any other day. At home, she had the habit of getting out of bed and navigating her homestead as naked as the day she was born, but from experience she knew that kind of behaviour was frowned upon in schools. As she emerged from her room, Ritz had her bedsheets wrapped tightly around her body and held the entire bundle together with one hand. In the other, she carried her uniform, with a towel draped across her shoulder.<br/><br/>Unlike Aressa, Ritz looked splendid in the morning. Spending an entire night in a cocoon of soft and pleasant warmth had its effect on a girl's complexion. She was vibrant as ever. The bright light didn't bother her much as she stepped out of her bedroom into the common room, she even enjoyed it, and rather than make a beeline straight for the bathroom she decided to linger around the common room for a few moments.<br/><br/>""Good morning."" She said with a soft and frail voice. Calmly the girl shuffled forward, noticing the aroma of a freshly cooked meal surround her as she approached the kitchen. Without any kind of verbal interaction, almost as if she had yet to notice the two aspirants despite acknowledging their presence moments ago, Ritz tracked down the origin of the scent and briefly placed down her clean uniform and towel to put a knot in her sheets to keep the ensemble together and prepare herself a plate.<br/><br/>""Lovely."" She said to nobody in particular.<br/><br/>Gingerly she sat down in front of the two aspirants, placing her things on the chair next to her and taking a careful - or exploratory - bite of one of the potatoes. They had cooled down enough to eat comfortably. With two glassy eyes she looked at Arcander and Aressa and smiled softly, opening her mouth to utter two words. While a morning person, Ritz was never one to use many words after just getting out of bed.<br/><br/>""Sleep well?"""
10598,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=250,2015-03-18T23:39:00,Zarkenis Ultima,"""Oh, I slept wonderfully, Ritz."" The scarlet-haired aspirant said with a gentle smile after yawning briefly, something about Ritz's gaze driving her to do it. ""Why else would getting out of bed be such a bother?"" She joked light-heartedly, laughing briefly at herself before turning her attention back to her meal, picking up one of the potatoes with her fork and nibbling on it, eating without hurry as there was still plenty of time for her to finish.<br/><br/>""I take it you also slept well, Ritz? You seem to be feeling quite well this morning."" Arcander chimed in as he carefully cut a piece of steak, making sure the dressing didn't fall off before eating it. ""You look pretty good, for one, unlike certain individuals who need to take a trip to the restroom in order to look presentable."" He remarked after finishing his current bite, sneaking a more than obvious glance at Aressa, who merely shook her head lightly.<br/><br/>""Stop flirting with the recruits and finish your meal, Arc."" The Phantom told him in order to shush him, though it was more than evident from the smile on her face that she was not at all bothered by the comment. She was fully conscious of how she looked after a good night's sleep, after all, there was no point denying it.<br/><br/>""""Hmm? Are you jealous?"" The white-haired aspirant asked despite clearly knowing that was not the case, only to elicit a chuckle from his partner.<br/><br/>""Well, I did spend a significant part of my childhood and adolescence in a forest. I'm very protective of my food sources."" She stated before digging into the steak, though she was careful enough to make sure that none of the dressing would stain her pristine white uniform.<br/><br/>Turning back to Ritz after chuckling amusedly at Aressa's remark, Arcander continued cutting his steak into smaller pieces as he spoke. ""Anyway, I hope you're ready for your first day of classes. The first class you'll have today is Redemit History, I believe. It can be a bit of a tiresome subject, especially if you're alreaddy a well-read person, but I'm sure you will learn plenty of useful information nonetheless."" The Viridian said encouragingly, greatly hoping that these new students would learn to enjoy their stay at the Silver Hand Academy like he himself had. Some of them didn't seem very enthusiastic about it, after all, so he hoped that the classes would serve to change their mindset somewhat."
10599,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=250,2015-03-19T16:35:00,Esternial,"Passively, Ritz watched the banter between the two Aspirants and chuckled softly. The two were good friends, that much was obvious at a glance.<br/><br/>""I like a good story"" She said with mild enthusiasm, recollecting her times spent reading books on the very subject. To her, learning history was both fun - in its own way - and educational. Many lessons could be taught about the past, but for Ritz is was mostly about the stories.<br/><br/>Humming quietly, the girl finished her meal, looking forward to her first day of classes. At an early age she learned that she had no aptitude at combat, showing no extensive magical prowess beyond her innate grasp to fundamental magical energy. To compensate, she focused more on honing her mind than her combat abilities. She embraced academia.<br/><br/>After the last bite of steak - she ate quite quickly, a quirk her parents never deemed appropriate for a woman of her descendance - went down the gullet, Ritz stood up with a satisfied smile.<br/><br/>""Time to freshen up""<br/><br/>With a firm grip she held onto the sheet, wrapped around her like a crude dress, and brought her plate back to the kitchen. A device not much unlike a dishwasher spared her the time of cleaning them herself, so within minutes she had retrieved her clothes and towel and made her way to the bathroom. Untying the knot she made in the pale white sheet, she allowed the cloth to slide off her body and discarded it in the clothes bin just before she went inside and closed the door.<br/><br/>Cautious of the water, she turned on the shower first before daring to step under it, a mistake Aressa made in her morning stupor. Though hard to hear above the sound of water trickling down, a soft humming could be heard from inside the bathroom, which stopped as abruptly as the shower.<br/><br/>A short while later she emerged from the bathroom, now fully dressed in her uniform and hair in proper form, ready to start her day."
10600,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=250,2015-03-20T07:49:00,Atlannia,"<span style=""font-style: italic"">It should be late enough now</span>thought Alfenn, raising a dark eye to watch the cracks of sunlight infiltrate his new quarters. He closed the book with an inaudible clap. It was inaudible because Alfenn had been deliberately suppressing the sound with magic of course, sharing a room with someone was a new experience for Alfenn but he wagered waking them up with the rustling of pages was considered poor form. Sleep had eluded him, or he had let it escape him after a few fruitless hours in bed. Instead he had silently unpacked a small penlight and a text he had been putting off for some time.<br/><br/>A rather dry account of the economic degradation of the smaller settlements in Charen's southern hemisphere, Alfenn had hoped the report would lull him to drowsiness or at least capture his attention. Neither of the desired outcomes came to pass and instead he found his attention wondering between the report, the events of yesterday and the things to come today. This was to be their first<span style=""font-style: italic"">real</span>day after all, despite its ceremony yesterday had been essentially a tour of the grounds so today would give him a much better idea of the days to come here at the academy. Oddly he also found his attention pulled back to yesterday's match and the girl he had played against and the small smile the memory drew on his face was not quite the wry smirk recollections of past victories normally gave him, it was a little softer at least.<br/><br/>But now was no longer the time for recollecting or, mercifully, report reading. Alfenn stood up and straightened the collar of his sleeping clothes, even if it would only be visible on the short voyage from his room to the shower he disliked appearing ruffled no matter how briefly. With a clean and crisp uniform folded neatly under his arm he exited the room and cut straight across to the bathrooms, entering after a cautious knock to ensure its vacancy. His morning ritual was quick but no less exacting for its briefness, a precise grooming standard being one of his Father's many iron clad dictates. He exited the bathroom with his usual neatness fully in place and, after depositing his dirty clothes sat down at the table with a brisk, ""Good morning,"" to everyone present. Seeing that everybody else was already eating Alfenn helped himself to rice and salad, feeling it too early for steak or potatoes although he dribbled some of the spicy dressing over his rice. His meal laid out before him Alfenn studied it intensely, the familiar sight of a furrowed, frowning brow marring his features.<br/><br/>Standing up quite deliberately he made his way over to the kitchen area. ""I'm making tea,"" he said with the tone of someone on a grave mission of vital importance ""If anyone wants some,""<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Always start your morning with tea unless someone is trying to kill you. </span>came the words of a favoured instructor unbidden to Alfenn's mind.<span style=""font-style: italic"">And if there is someone trying to kill you see if they will break for tea.</span>"
10601,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=250,2015-03-22T07:31:00,Charmera,"Vynna had awoken with a start, panting and sweating. She had almost screamed, but she managed to resist the urge.<br/><br/>She had been running again. Running away from something. Panic had stricken her face as she ran through a seemingly endless crowd. Not sure where she was going and not sure if she was even moving, or if she was just running in circles, trying not to drown in the sea of people. Then she got caught. She always got caught. There was no way to escape. Never any way to get away from them. It was always only a matter of time. She had been grabbed on the shoulder, and had gotten a glimpse of her pursuers face. Then...<br/><br/>She woke up. Glad to have been spared what happened after... that's another set of nightmares entirely.<br/><br/>She had got up, yawning as she moved to the bathroom, still a little shaky from the dream. She hadn't had that one for a while. She hid this though, as it would not do anyone any good to bring it up, least of all Jon. She grabbed a couple of her clothes and hastily got dressed and did her morning hygiene routine before anyone else needed to change. She was a little annoyed that she had to wear uniform, however it wasn't horrific. Besides, focusing on it helped her not think about her dream.<br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Speaking of taking my mind off things... I should see how the others are doing.</span><br/><br/>She popped out of the Bathroom, heading into the kitchen with a tired smile, having still not shaken the morning drowsiness. ""Morning."" She said, ""What's for breakfast?"""
10602,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=250,2015-03-22T14:14:00,The Starlight,"Ellyn awoke with a yawn, sliding off her bed and squinting at the light. Her dreams had been serene and quite peaceful, allowing her to recharge both her energy and magic. Looking inside of herself, she felt the hum of it, ready to be used when called upon. Drawing herself back out, she smiled. This would be interesting indeed, her first day of classes, and possibly some extracurricular activities later on.<br/><br/>Taking a towel, and her uniform, she quietly pushed the door open, resolving to let her roommate enjoy their sleep a little longer, slipping out. She wondered how many of her fellow students were morning people, like she was. She looked back fondly to those memories of waking up a dawn and going for a brisk jog before all else. Stepping towards the bathroom, she spared a glance to the table and raised a hand in greeting, ""Good morning, everyone,"" before continuing to the bathrooms and taking a shower.<br/><br/>After dressing, some 10 minutes later, fully dressed, getting rid of her night clothes and sliding in next to the rest, taking some rice, a juicy steak and a dollop of the dressing, along with some of the salad. Starting to chew, she nodded in appreciation, it was quite good."
10603,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=250,2015-03-22T20:50:00,Zarkenis Ultima,"Arcander smiled appreciatively when Ritz indicated that she enjoyed stories, happy that she seemed at least a bit enthusiastic about her upcoming class. Indeed, if one looked at it that way, history was little more than a progressing chain of stories that have over time shaped the world of the Redemit, just like it had shaped the world of their ancestors, the humans who had come before them. Ritz seemed to understand that, thankfully.<br/><br/>The two aspirants continued to eat in silence, enjoying their morning meals and eating with little hurry as they watched the recruits slowly trickling into the common room, either serving themselves a meal or heading to the bathrooms to clean themselves before their classes. The guides replied to any morning greetings politely as they continued to eat, kindly refusing Alfenn's offer for tea. As Vynaria walked into the common room, Arcander looked up from his meal.<br/><br/>""I cooked some steaks, along with some rice and potatoes. There's salad as well. Go ahead, help yourself."" The white-haired aspirant offered, before returning to his meal.<br/><br/>Once everyone was done and the time for classes approached, Aressa stood up, picking up all of the plates from the table and depositing them in the dishwasher. Arcander, meanwhile, also stood up, turning to address the students. ""Alright, your first class is Redemit History, with Professor Cyranis. She's not too bad, but you won't hear the end of it if you're late, so, go on, get there in time. I trust you still remember from yesterday's tour which classroom is the one you'll be attending to, and if not, you can always consult the maps we gave you. Worst case scenario, if you get lost, girls, you can always claim-"" He was cut off when he was suddenly grabbed by the collar by the scarlet-haired aspirant who had just finished making sure that all of the dishes were clean and had no intention of letting her partner complete the sentence he was about to speak.<br/><br/>""Shut up, Arc. We have classes to attend to as well."" She told him, before briefly turning back to the recruits. ""Off you go, recruits. We'll meet again soon enough.""<br/><br/>And with that, the students were left to their devices once again, with ten or so minutes until the classes began, plenty of time to get to the intended classroom.<br/><br/>Once they arrived, they would find a sight quite similar to the one that they had been shown the previous day: A large room, pristine and well-lit, of smooth blue walls of gentle hues, large windows allowing the sunlight inside. The classroom in question was one of the few that were on the edge of the building, after all. Inside, there were several desks, and on a slot next to each desk was an electronic device of sorts, though they were deactivated for the time being. There was a large screen on the far end of the classroom, just behind the teacher's desk, and on the ceiling a holographic projector sat by, waiting. Finally, on the teacher's desk, there was a woman with long black hair and dark blue irises wearing a black robe, a scarred visage providing a fearsome sight, though she herself projected no animosity. In fact, she didn't seem to project much of anything, focused as she was on a book that she held before her face, titled ""The Legacy Of The Dragons In Religious Thought.""<br/><br/>She didn't seem to take much note of the students as they trickled into the room, merely returning their greetings with a brief nod and a polite word. If the recruits looked at her, some of them would likely recognize her as the teacher who had brought Alfenn and the others to the group the previous day.<br/><br/>As the last ten minutes passed and the time for the class officially began, the teacher closed her book and placed it on a space beneath her desk, turning to face the students. ""Alright, cease any chattering, children, time for class."" She said casually, her voice lacking the stern tone one would expect from a teacher, or the authoritative edge one would expect from a military officer. ""As you probably know - and if you don't I'll commend you for finding your way here - this is the Redemit History class. Now, I know that many of you hail from different places and were raised in different circumstances, so today's class will be spent going through basic historical concepts in order to bring everyone up to speed. If some of you are well read and already know about the things we are going to discuss, I'll make sure you regret it if you try to be a smartpants or make fun of your classmates."" She explained, smiling briefly at that last bit before carrying on.<br/><br/>""Now, let's get started."" She stated, clasping her hands together and leaning back slightly on her chair. ""As you all know, the history of our civilization and that of our forerunners is divided into three great periods. The first is known as the Ancient Hour, and it refers to the time when our human forerunners, who were born in Old Gaea, lived and thrived in their eleven Cathedrals in the Lost Realm. The second is known as the Aeon of Strife, and it encompasses the time during which the humans wandered the stars after being expelled from the Lost Realm. Sadly, we know little about either period of history, as even though much was discovered after the Chalice War, plenty of information about the ways of the humans has been lost and not even the most renowned foreign scholars have had much success in recovering it. What we know is thanks to the writings recovered and compiled by some of the twelve Disciples of Aradain, as well as the revelations that came after the Chalice War. We'll see more about that in the near future. For now, keep that in mind."" She explained, pausing briefly before continuing. ""The third period is called the Age of Aradain, the age we live in now, marked by the arrival of the God-Knight as according to the testimony of the King of the Wizards, the writings of the Twelve, the ancient Galactic Encyclopedia of Year 42, the recovered texts from the Scholarly Human Society of Arcturus and the Twelfth Codex of the Giants."" The teacher said, pausing again after reciting all of that evidence. ""We have copies of most of that, by the way."" She remarked, before continuing. ""This period, however, is also divided in two subperiods. Can anyone tell me what they're called and why?"" She finally asked, looking at the students intently as she waited for someone to raise their hand and speak."
10604,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=250,2015-03-25T06:42:00,Atlannia,"<span style=""font-style: italic"">Nobody else wanted any tea</span>thought Alfenn, as he made his way to class.<span style=""font-style: italic"">The universe is truly a vast place, full of strange people</span>His mind was only partially on the task of navigation but the corridors were open and the students in them proceeded in a fairly orderly fashion so that Alfenn made it to the classroom without incident. He passed thought the door and nodded politely to the teacher, a dim jolt of recognition hitting him as they made eye contact.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Her again</span>he thought, picking a seat near the back.<span style=""font-style: italic"">This should be interesting</span>. Indeed compared to Alfenn's expectations it already was interesting. His last history teacher, a Professor Kenndle, had been unspeakably ancient, apparently subscribing to the notion that to have any worthwhile opinion on history you had to have lived through half of it. The man had possessed a floor-scrapingly long beard and an infuriating habit of dozing off mid-sentence so Alfenn anticipated Cyranis to be a vast improvement. She was as different from the old man as anyone Alfenn could imagine, between her stern features and bright, alert looking eyes. Completely unbidden, an image of Professor Cyranis wearing Kenndle's long, snowy beard invaded his thoughts and Alfenn had to turn quickly to face the wall next to him to regain his composure, Missing in the process the question Cyranis had addressed to the class."
10605,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=250,2015-03-28T16:13:00,The Starlight,"Walking to her first class in Redemit History, she looked around. Walking through the door and smiling at her professor, one Professor Cyranis, she picked a seat near the middle, as she usually did. Reminding herself to keep focused so she didn't embarrass herself on her second day, in her first class, she recognized Cyranis as the person who had brought several of her classmates to the group. After 10 minutes of small talk and introductions, she turned around in her seat and gave her attention to the Professor, listening as Cyranis described the rules of her classroom and started off talking about the three periods of Redemit history.<br/><br/>As Cyranis asked of the two subperiods of the Age of Aradain, she searched her brain, only to find nothing. She glanced around at her classmates to see thoughtful faces, and then an answer struck her, so she raised her hand, beginning to speak as Cyranis nodded to her. ""The Age of Aradain is divided into the two subperiods Before and After Dragons. I believe it's called that due to the Chalice War."" Ellyn stated, looking up to see if she was correct."
10606,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=250,2015-03-29T02:54:00,Wolfenium,"Morning was, to the Shirazis' disappointment, very normal. Beyond the routine chores of brushing their teeth and preparing for the day, there was not much else they could do. Mehran, especially, was starting to miss the morning exercises with his sword, now impounded in the armoury as per school rules. He quickly made do with a set of rigourous exercises to train his body. But it just did not seem the same to him, and neither would using any kind of rod as a substitute. Niloofar, on her part, was disappointed, this time by Arcander. She was hoping to try her hand at cooking again, but this time, the aspirant had beaten her to it. Dejection followed her the rest of the way as she stuffed herself silly. Both eventually made their way to the class for their very first lesson, bearing not much of an anticipation for the day to come.<br/><br/>Eamonn, however, was a new set of bizarre. Stepping into the classroom in his usual silent disposition, he sat himself at the back of the class, staring again into space with his sullen eyes. He did not appear to have slept very well. In fact, he was out of bed by the time his roommate Aris had woken up. The rest of the way, he was seen only in brief glimpses, working himself out in the gym before showering and taking a bite out of another plain rye bread loaf. His austere, brutal lifestyle made the Xorshids look extravagant by comparison. And his attitude had barely improved at all, his temper still on a knife's edge.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>The Starlight <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24004915#p24004915"">wrote</a>:</cite>Walking to her first class in Redemit History, she looked around. Walking through the door and smiling at her professor, one Professor Cyranis, she picked a seat near the middle, as she usually did. Reminding herself to keep focused so she didn't embarrass herself on her second day, in her first class, she recognized Cyranis as the person who had brought several of her classmates to the group. After 10 minutes of small talk and introductions, she turned around in her seat and gave her attention to the Professor, listening as Cyranis described the rules of her classroom and started off talking about the three periods of Redemit history. <br/><br/>As Cyranis asked of the two subperiods of the Age of Aradain, she searched her brain, only to find nothing. She glanced around at her classmates to see thoughtful faces, and then an answer struck her, so she raised her hand, beginning to speak as Cyranis nodded to her. ""The Age of Aradain is divided into the two subperiods Before and After Dragons. I believe it's called that due to the Chalice War."" Ellyn stated, looking up to see if she was correct.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Raising her hand, Niloofar tried to get the professor's attention. The answer was right at her lips, and she began to hunch a bit forward just to blare it out. Sadly, the professor, or rather,<span style=""font-style: italic"">no one</span>noticed her in the slightest, having been pressed to the side tables by the filling classroom. All she could do was pout when Ellyn finally answered. She had reason to be mad, but she held her tongue anyway."
10607,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=250,2015-03-29T16:33:00,Zarkenis Ultima,"After casting her question out to the group of students before her, the professor studied the students with a keen eye, literally. Some of them seemed to be concentrated, still taking in the information she had just given them, as would be expected of those who had come from less privileged families or areas, thus receiving less than stellar education, arriving at the Academy only thanks to the martial excellence they displayed. Others still merely seemed clueless, clearly aware of most of the things she had just spoken about but not quite able to answer her question, either due to ignorance or forgetfulness. One student in particular, whom she recognized from the previos day, seemed to be staring intently at the wall for some reason she could not quite decipher. Either way, no hands had been raised that she could tell, which was beginning to worry her. Did no one truly know the answer to such a simple thing, inspired by events that in the grand scope of things were fairly recent? She was about to look to the fringes of the classroom in hopes of seeing some such hands raised, when one of the students claimed to have an answer, a girl with golden hair. Nodding at her, the professor waited for the answer to be given, nodding once again when she confirmed it was the correct one.<br/><br/>""Yes, indeed. The Age of Aradain, as you say, is divided in the years Before Dragons and the years After Dragons. More specifically, the line is drawn at the day of the opening of the Dragon's Gate by the Lost Chalice's power, which marked the Descent of the Dragons and the beginning of the Chalice War. Though it is believed that dragons have been present since much earlier, such suspicions have never been confirmed, and in any instance, historians all over the Known Universe deemed this event as decisive enough to warrant the division of this current period of history."" She explained. ""I expected more of you to raise your hands, to be honest. I suppose that means I will have to work hard for your sakes."" She stated afterwards, no disappointment or animosity in her voice as she had only made a simple comment on the apparent state of the group she was currently imparting classes to.<br/><br/>""Now, back to the topic, the arrival of Aradain had several very imortant, long-lasting consequences in the Known Universe and in our civilization. The most well-known and evident of these is the emergence of a religious doctrine following the teachings of Aradain, as well as the spread of this doctrine throughout the Known Universe and the emergence of other minor religious doctrines which opposed the followers of Aradain. The religion that was given shape by the teachings of the God-Knight is known to most people simply as the ""Doctrine of Aradain"", but scholars, historians and scientists call it by the name of Stratotheism."" The one-eyed woman stated. ""This is the most well-known consequence, as I said, but there were many others. With the end of the Aeon of Strife, much of the technology of our human forerunners was forsaken and scorned. Their weapons of mass destruction in particular were destroyed, ironically enough, to such point that to this day we do not know how they were able to cause such widespread destruction without the use of magic."" The professor continued, snapping her fingers once, causing the screen behind her to display<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://xwall.org/img/thumbnail_big/thumb_1316277527.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">images</a>which portrayed the destructive capabilities that the technology of the humans was thought to possess.<br/><br/>""At the same time, the prevalence of the rising religion called Stratotheism brought along different technological developments, including the basis for the armor and weapons which are now so widely used by us, the Redemit. It also caused the eventual collapse of many societies composed of raider tribes or nomadic kingdoms such as the Sundering Blaze some of you may know about. This in turn caused a resurgence of sedentarism as a way of life, prompting the rise of different Orders founded by important men and women, as well as the establishment of a council that would regulate interactions between the Orders that were alligned with it. Such a council exists to this day, and it is called..."" Cyranis spoke, trailing off at the end and smiling slightly as she once again looked inquisitively at her students. However, unlike the last time, on this occasion someone quickly raised their hand, a girl with coral red hair who seemed like a rather excitable person, judging by her demeanor.<br/><br/>""It is the Apostolic Council, so called because it was founded by the Disciples of Aradain, excluding Mael. It exists to avert conflicts and resolve tensions between different Orders that adhere to... ah... S-Stratotheism, right?"" She said, faltering a bit at the end due to her unfamiliarity with the word.<br/><br/>The teacher, however, did not seem to mind, merely nodding once again as she'd done with Ellyn earlier. ""Stratotheism, yes. You are indeed correct. The Apostolic Council, founded by eleven of the Twelve, including Lady Sylvalladine, founder of the Phantom Blade. This Council more or less stood together and maintained peace for thousands of years, though it<span style=""font-style: italic"">has</span>had some rough times, such as the time the legitimacy of the Order of the Phantom Blade was contested by a smaller Order claiming to have been Lady Sylvalladine's true legacy, or the loss of one of the members of the Council after the demise of the Order of the Void during the Chalice War. As I said, though, they have done their job, for the most part. Nothing is perfect, after all, least of all us Redemit."" She said with a small shrug of her shoulders, before glancing at the door as the subtle sound of a bell ringing was caught by her ears. Turning back to the students, she gestured towards the door.<br/><br/>""Well, it looks like class is over for today. Before you go, I would like to ask all of you to read some more about this in your own time. The library has plenty of resources on the topic, so it should not be hard to find what you need. Also, if anyone needs me for whatever reason, ask for Professor Sapphira. You'll avoid any confusion that way, since my brother works here too."" She stated. ""Now go, and have a nice day~"" She added afterwards, smiling at the students before picking up her book once again and opening it to continue reading while her next batch of students arrived.<br/><hr/><br/><br/>And thus went classes for the members of dorm A-23. Other teachers were met, and classes imparted, until finally they found themselves about to begin the last class of the day, in one of the large indoors fields of the Northern Branch of the Silver Hand Academy. As the students filed in, they would come face to face with another familiar face: this time, the one who seemed to be their teacher was the black-haired blindfolded man who had served as the moderator for the Silver Games which had taken place yesterday. He stood facing the students, his hands folded into the sleeves of his sable robe as he waited. If one did not know better, one would surely believe that this man was deep in meditation, as he stood motionless, his breathing and the beating of his heart barely noticeable.<br/><br/>However, as soon as the last student had walked in through the door, he spoke.<br/><br/>""Greetings, children."" He said with his calm, level voice. ""I am your Basic Combat Training instructor. My name is Xan Cyranis. You may call me however you like."" He introduced himself, likely surprising a few of the students. ""First of all, I will need all of you to state your names, physical and magical abilities, and any weapons you possess."" He stated."
10608,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=250,2015-03-30T14:06:00,Esternial,"Though the subject was definitely interesting, the part of history being taught today was one Ritz was familiar with, to the extent that she had no intent to listen to any of it again. It was a story she read several times before, and a good story had only so much replay value. Instead of paying attention, she opted to read the history book they needed for this class, browsing through it and getting lost in the endless sea of words, so much that she didn't even hear the questions.<br/><br/>Then, the bell rang, breaking her focus. Class has ended, and Ritz barely caught a word of it. With a twinge of guilt she left, but mostly she was satisfied with all the reading she managed to do.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>""Ritz Bathys."" She said, taking a small step forward. She whispered the name of her weapon,<span style=""font-style: italic"">Esper</span>, calling it forth from hyperspace storage straight into her hand. The blade had a sturdy metal frame, emitting a dense energy field that was sharper than any alloy could ever accomplish. With a swift movement of her arm, the frame of the sword changed, pulling back the blade and jamming it between two thick parts of metal close to the sword's hilt, which tilted slightly to the side, bending the sword's axis and turning it into what seemed like a tonfa. Rather than a dense sheet of energy, it now emitted a wider field, mainly for defence, but just as useful for inflicting blunt force trauma.<br/><br/>""My House has used this type of weapon for ages, though I'm not as proficient with it as I'm supposed to be. I've mostly been trained in unarmed combat.""<br/><br/>""It...compliments my magic.""<br/><br/>As soon as she finished her last sentence, Ritz found herself at a loss for words. Their instructor had asked them to state their magical abilities as well, but she found it particularly hard to describe her abilities concretely and with few words.<br/><br/>""I can...ehh...manipulate energy..."" She began, not sure where she was going with that sentence. She intrinsically knew what her power was, it was like breathing to her, but explaining it to someone else was harder than she thought."
10609,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=250,2015-03-31T18:30:00,Charmera,"""Vynaria Ayendor."" Vyna replied after Ritz had done so. She was somewhat curious about the other students ""Energy Manipulation"" having not seen her in the games, so Vyna had no idea what her power would be like. There were a few others she was keen to see in action, and this class may very well allow her to do so. For now though, she responded to the teachers question. ""I'm proficient with light blades."" She continued. ""I have both Wind magic and Vector magic."" She wondered briefly if it was worth telling him her powers, since he probably saw her during the games. She reconsidered such a second afterwards, as firstly he might have some reason for making her say so and secondly Vyna didn't particularly want to remind anyone of her performance during the games.<br/><br/>She noticed there was a silence after she spoke, so she elbowed Jyn, who looked confused at first. ""Hmm.... Oh yeah!"" She said, realizing she was next and she had been daydreaming. ""I'm Jyn... Jynna Ayendor."" She spoke, a warm smile on her face. She too was quite excited for this class as it might be more hands on and active than the history class, which she didn't dislike, it was just she preferred this sort of thing. ""Well... I'm good with axes. I suppose."" She continued. ""I can move earth and absorb and redirect kinetic energy.""<br/><br/>Jon was next, and he did not get much sleep, so he was in a less than happy mood. ""Mmmhhh.."" he groaned. ""Oh. I'm Jonran Ayendor. Or Jon. Whichever you prefer."" He paused awkwardly after saying so, his brain not yet in gear. ""I can project bio-electricity and summon tendrils of energy."" He said simply."
10610,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=250,2015-03-31T20:51:00,Wolfenium,"<blockquote><div><cite>Zarkenis Ultima <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24016986#p24016986"">wrote</a>:</cite>And thus went classes for the members of dorm A-23. Other teachers were met, and classes imparted, until finally they found themselves about to begin the last class of the day, in one of the large indoors fields of the Northern Branch of the Silver Hand Academy. As the students filed in, they would come face to face with another familiar face: this time, the one who seemed to be their teacher was the black-haired blindfolded man who had served as the moderator for the Silver Games which had taken place yesterday. He stood facing the students, his hands folded into the sleeves of his sable robe as he waited. If one did not know better, one would surely believe that this man was deep in meditation, as he stood motionless, his breathing and the beating of his heart barely noticeable.<br/><br/>However, as soon as the last student had walked in through the door, he spoke.<br/><br/>""Greetings, children."" He said with his calm, level voice. ""I am your Basic Combat Training instructor. My name is Xan Cyranis. You may call me however you like."" He introduced himself, likely surprising a few of the students. ""First of all, I will need all of you to state your names, physical and magical abilities, and any weapons you possess."" He stated.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>At first sight alone, Niloofar could recognize the blindfolded judge from the Silver Games the past day. Not that it was that hard, considering he was quite recognizable with the blindfold alone. What surprised her, however, was his name, given that the professor in the first class mentioned about her brother as a colleague. It was not much to dwell on, but it was an interesting thought.<br/><br/>""Niloofar Shirazi,"" she chimed excitedly, stepping forward to speak, ""my specialty is water magic, and I'm skilled with polearm weapons and hand-to-hand combat. The trident is my personal favourite. Brother,"" she called, poking him to respond. He seemed awfully quiet. She would have assumed this was the kind of class he would be eager proclaim himself. Stepping forward after her, however, he kept silent for a bit. And then... sound.<br/><br/>""I am Mehran, son of Maykel, heir of Clan Shiraz-,"" he blared in a fired-up voice as he choked for a bit. Smarting a bit from an ache in his abdomen over his old injury, he introduced in a toned down voice, ""yeah. Heir of Clan Shiraz. My power is barrier projection, and I fight with dual blades. Of course, if anyone prefers to fight hand-to-hand, they're welcome to try. Sorry-"" he apologized again, letting out a slight cough. Stepping back, he continued to stare at the class with his sunglasses, avoiding Niloofar's suspicious gaze. He felt that he might have fired up a bit too much there. He did not want to reopen his injury so soon.<br/><br/>Eamonn, however, merely stayed mum. He felt very reluctant to speak. However, as his turned reached, he tried to dodge the gazes of his fellow classmates. He felt like he was revealing too much.<br/><br/>""Eamonn MacÌomhair,"" he finally introduced himself, ""dual swordsman. My powers are matter manipulation and... anger.""<br/><br/>It was vague, to say the least, but Eamonn himself was not sure<span style=""font-style: italic"">what</span>to call it. All he knew was that he gets stronger the more angered his is. It was like an uncontrollable wave burning in him. It made him numb to pain. Noting the confusion, Eamonn merely shrugged it off. He did not want to reveal more than he should. If anything, that was all he could say, barring a better description."
10611,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=250,2015-03-31T22:03:00,Zarkenis Ultima,"The professor stood perfectly still as he waited for the students to introduce themselves, his breathing barely noticeable, even to the keenest of students. He seemed to be in a near-sepulchral state as he stood there, in the center of the room, in front of the students, listening as the first of them began to introduce herself. Though he was unable to see, he seemed to be satisfied with Ritz' explanation about her fighting style, despite the fact that she had technically neglected to name her weapon in lieu of talking<span style=""font-style: italic"">about</span>it. Regardless, he said nothing about it, apparently satisfied with the explanation of her magic style as well, despite the fact that it was undoubtedly lacking. There was no need to be concrete at the time, he believed. All would be shown in due time.<br/><br/>Soon, others began introducing themselves. Though he had been witness to the abilities of many of the students present there during the Silver Games, it was still interesting to note that there was quite the variety of magic and fighting styles among his students. Energy, fire, earth, thunder, and different types less oriented towards elements and more towards laws and forces, such as barriers or vectors. Certainly, this was an intersting group. He noted with disapproval how, while some of the students seemed more than eager to respond to his command, others did not seem to eager to share the information requested. No matter, once again he said nothing of it. He would see their abilities soon. Sooner than any of them thought.<br/><br/>Once everyone in the class was done introducing themselves, Xan seemed to break out of his funereal meditation and address the class once again. ""Very well."" He said. ""Now that you have all introduced yourselves, we will begin with the class. I want each of you to attempt to land a strike on me. Holding back will not be tolerated."" He stated calmly, pausing for a moment and opening his left hand.<br/><br/>""Antares."" He called, and in his left hand appeared a black hilt. After a moment, the enery dormant within the hilt flared to life, and now on the professor's hand was a glowing golden greatsword, almost as long as he was tall, the energy blade shimmering brilliantly as patterns of differently colored sections of the blade seemed to shift around, smattering it with red and white here and there, always moving.<br/><br/>""You may begin."" He said to the students, waiting for one of them to step forward. Surely enough, the same girl who had fought against Arogisl during the Silver Games decided to take the initiative, taking a long step forward and summoning her own weapon by uttering the name 'Salamander', a huge broadsword that looked as if it was made of boiling magma appearing in her hand after the command.<br/><br/>Now armed, Elsis rushed towards the blindfolded man, trying for an overhead slash. Xan, however, merely raised his own sword, holding it in an horizontal position above his head and blocking the attack with ease, despite the force it carried. Surprised by Xan's deceptive strength, the girl backed away and began attempting to slash at the professor with attacks as swift as they were deadly, but each and every single one of them was effortlessly deflected by the blindfolded man wielding the golden greatsword, who seemed to be barely bothering, merely opting to counter the girl's every attack with a flick of his wrist. Frustrated, the girl began chanting as she continued attempting to break his impenetrable defense, preparing her magic for another attack. She began swinging her blade horizontally towards him, but pulled back at the last moment and instead attempted to deliver another overhead slash, unleashing her spell, which caused a jet of fire to shoot forth from the back of her blade, propelling it forward and increasing several times the strength of the blow. Alas, this, too, failed to affect the professor, as he merely held his greatsword over his head in a diagonal position this time, causing the attack to be deflected and lose much of its power. The girl was carried forward by her momentum, but chose to try to use that to her advantage and attempted to slash horizontally at the back of the sable-robed man, but this time he held Antares over his head in a vertical position, pointing down, blocking the attack once more.<br/><br/>""That will suffice."" He said to the girl, who opened her mouth to protest, not wanting to let up just yet, though she soon reconsidered and complied, dismissing her blade and returning to the rest of the students with a defeated expression on her face. Surely this was to be expected, considering how this man was a teacher who was several times her elder, with likely centuries of experience in combat. And yet, she could not help feeling somewhat disappointed in herself for being unable to land a single hit on a man who wore a blindfold around his head. She had to admit she had no idea what kind of monster he must have been, to be able to defend himself with such ease without his sight.<br/><br/>""Next."" The man said with his calm voice, having returned to his initial position as he awaited for another brave soul."
10612,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=250,2015-04-01T02:38:00,Wolfenium,"<blockquote><div><cite>Zarkenis Ultima <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24045817#p24045817"">wrote</a>:</cite>The professor stood perfectly still as he waited for the students to introduce themselves, his breathing barely noticeable, even to the keenest of students. He seemed to be in a near-sepulchral state as he stood there, in the center of the room, in front of the students, listening as the first of them began to introduce herself. Though he was unable to see, he seemed to be satisfied with Ritz' explanation about her fighting style, despite the fact that she had technically neglected to name her weapon in lieu of talking <span style=""font-style: italic"">about</span> it. Regardless, he said nothing about it, apparently satisfied with the explanation of her magic style as well, despite the fact that it was undoubtedly lacking. There was no need to be concrete at the time, he believed. All would be shown in due time.<br/><br/>Soon, others began introducing themselves. Though he had been witness to the abilities of many of the students present there during the Silver Games, it was still interesting to note that there was quite the variety of magic and fighting styles among his students. Energy, fire, earth, thunder, and different types less oriented towards elements and more towards laws and forces, such as barriers or vectors. Certainly, this was an intersting group. He noted with disapproval how, while some of the students seemed more than eager to respond to his command, others did not seem to eager to share the information requested. No matter, once again he said nothing of it. He would see their abilities soon. Sooner than any of them thought.<br/><br/>Once everyone in the class was done introducing themselves, Xan seemed to break out of his funereal meditation and address the class once again. ""Very well."" He said. ""Now that you have all introduced yourselves, we will begin with the class. I want each of you to attempt to land a strike on me. Holding back will not be tolerated."" He stated calmly, pausing for a moment and opening his left hand.<br/><br/>""Antares."" He called, and in his left hand appeared a black hilt. After a moment, the enery dormant within the hilt flared to life, and now on the professor's hand was a glowing golden greatsword, almost as long as he was tall, the energy blade shimmering brilliantly as patterns of differently colored sections of the blade seemed to shift around, smattering it with red and white here and there, always moving.<br/><br/>""You may begin."" He said to the students, waiting for one of them to step forward. Surely enough, the same girl who had fought against Arogisl during the Silver Games decided to take the initiative, taking a long step forward and summoning her own weapon by uttering the name 'Salamander', a huge broadsword that looked as if it was made of boiling magma appearing in her hand after the command.<br/><br/>Now armed, Elsis rushed towards the blindfolded man, trying for an overhead slash. Xan, however, merely raised his own sword, holding it in an horizontal position above his head and blocking the attack with ease, despite the force it carried. Surprised by Xan's deceptive strength, the girl backed away and began attempting to slash at the professor with attacks as swift as they were deadly, but each and every single one of them was effortlessly deflected by the blindfolded man wielding the golden greatsword, who seemed to be barely bothering, merely opting to counter the girl's every attack with a flick of his wrist. Frustrated, the girl began chanting as she continued attempting to break his impenetrable defense, preparing her magic for another attack. She began swinging her blade horizontally towards him, but pulled back at the last moment and instead attempted to deliver another overhead slash, unleashing her spell, which caused a jet of fire to shoot forth from the back of her blade, propelling it forward and increasing several times the strength of the blow. Alas, this, too, failed to affect the professor, as he merely held his greatsword over his head in a diagonal position this time, causing the attack to be deflected and lose much of its power. The girl was carried forward by her momentum, but chose to try to use that to her advantage and attempted to slash horizontally at the back of the sable-robed man, but this time he held Antares over his head in a vertical position, pointing down, blocking the attack once more.<br/><br/>""That will suffice."" He said to the girl, who opened her mouth to protest, not wanting to let up just yet, though she soon reconsidered and complied, dismissing her blade and returning to the rest of the students with a defeated expression on her face. Surely this was to be expected, considering how this man was a teacher who was several times her elder, with likely centuries of experience in combat. And yet, she could not help feeling somewhat disappointed in herself for being unable to land a single hit on a man who wore a blindfold around his head. She had to admit she had no idea what kind of monster he must have been, to be able to defend himself with such ease without his sight.<br/><br/>""Next."" The man said with his calm voice, having returned to his initial position as he awaited for another brave soul.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Hearing the professor instruct them to strike him, Niloofar could not help but feel ill at ease. Sure, she could expect him to be skilled enough to fight novices like them, but she was raised to respect elders, and she was not sure if she could actually go all out with a hit. It was not that she wanted to dishonour him. She just did not want anyone to get hurt. Well, besides herself...<br/><br/>""'Holding back will not be tolerated',"" whispered Niloofar concernedly, ""that's pretty dangerous, isn't it? Even I take this seriously, I'm not sure I can actually go all out to injure him-""<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-weight: bold"">DAAAHHHHHHHHHHH,</span>"" a screech echoed at the top of his lungs as Eamonn lunged forward past the crowd. By contrast to his first fight, Eamonn had both hands armed, flailing a downward swing at the professor like a raging berserker. He did not think twice this time, compared to Kiri. If his first swing failed, he had another on his other hand to strike at the instructor's abdomen."
10613,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=275,2015-04-02T15:58:00,Zarkenis Ultima,"Noticing with disapproval as another student take the initiative, this time by charging past the crowd with his blades drawn, the impassible professor stood by and waited for the attack. Had this reckless child made a wrong movement while passing the other students, something nasty would have happened, yet he did not seem to care at all. Certainly, he would have to be taught moderation, lest he pose a danger to his classmates.<br/><br/>Eamonn's blade was about to descend on the professor's head, but the golden blade of Antares moved swiftly to intercept it. Instead of holding the blow, Xan tapped Eamonn's sword with his own, which bore enough force to throw the attack off-course altogether, before moving Antares once again, this time holding it to his side in a vertical position pointing down, intercepting Eamonn's horizontal blow at his abdomen and holding it there for a moment, before twisting his own blade around, using it to move Eamonn's sword so that it was now crossed horizontally in front of him. Now that he had the blades in that position, Xan exerted a great deal of force on his own, pushing Eamonn's blade away and sending him back several feet.<br/><br/>All of this had taken place in but a second.<br/><br/>""Try harder."" The instructor said calmly, his voice completely neutral, betraying no intent to tease the unstable youth as he simply gave a command."
10614,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=275,2015-04-03T09:10:00,The Starlight,"<blockquote><div><cite>Zarkenis Ultima <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24045817#p24045817"">wrote</a>:</cite>-snip-</div></blockquote><br/>Ellyn carefully observed the two attacks on Cyranis. Elsis had been good, but had gotten too frustrated far to quickly, and Eamonn was simply being reckless. The screech was unnecessary, and he committed himself far too quickly. His golden blade also had reach, and as she didn't know what his powers were, she had no idea of all that he was capable of. Or, he could simply be a brilliant swordsman. Shrugging to herself, she walked slowly forward, summoning her spear Silverthorn once she was past the crowd. Building up some momentum by breaking into a small trot as she headed toward the blindfolded man, thrusting her spear forward. And as the spear came closer to Cyranis, she summoned her sword Dawnbreaker into her other hand, performing an forehand slash to the other side of the professor. Unless he was incredibly quick, he shouldn't be able to block both, she chanted quietly as her weapons moved, preparing to move aside Antares with her telekinetic powers."
10615,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=275,2015-04-03T09:24:00,Atlannia,"<span style=""font-style: italic"">It seems that the direct approach is ineffective</span>thought Alfenn, watching his fellow classmates mount a series of flashy but fruitless assaults. With a frown Alfenn studied the sentinel like professor who had returned to standing stock still after repelling the last attack.<span style=""font-style: italic"">I wonder how he's tracking us, if it were just sound it would be too easy, I suspect there must be some element of aura or arcane sensing but...</span>The boy set his expression determinedly and drew his rapier. It was an unassuming weapon with the typical features of a rapier; a long thin blade and a basket hilt to protect the hand as well as a reinforced but still quite slender pair of quillons to further protect the hand. The blade was polished and shone brightly but the rest of the sword was a dark grey that seemed to trap light and was completely without ornamentation save the black cup emblem engraved into the hilt. It was a sword that emphasised function over form and for that much Alfenn held it in high regard, the Black cups might struggle to keep their chariots flying and their installations might be literally falling apart but their weapons were never allowed to slip below perfect efficiency.<br/><br/>His sword extended and held in a guard position Alfenn advanced unhurriedly and circled around the professor's flank. His empty left hand was clenched and formed a focal point for his magic, with that he was carefully suppressing any sound he was making. If the professor was relying solely on his ears then Alfenn was as good as invisible. He didn't really think that was the case though so when he launched a rapid, probing thrust at the Professor's side he was careful not to overextend."
10616,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=275,2015-04-03T10:37:00,Kassaran,"Rystan had followed along silently, regarding the words of everyone he heard as he made his way from the roof down towards the classes. However, in spite of this regard, he dismissed it all away, this was nothing more than idle chatter to him, and something he had been indulged with one too many times. He was here to learn, and this next part of the tour took the entirety of his attention. Classes passed by and were named and one by one Rystan did his best to mentally absorb the information involving each one whether it had been mentioned or not. His own interests were however picked up within the mapping and cartography area of education. If he wanted to make his dream a reality, he'd have to learn where the Redemit were and weren't. He smiled as they were left to go about their day and took his leave to begin his own curricular activities.<br/><br/>The day seemed to pass by at a normal rate, no excitement, just learning and introductions to course content and material. He hadn't appeared to have interrupted any classes and he managed to keep up decently with his peers, an achievement he personally applauded himself for. He'd been studying on the way to the academy in order to ensure he'd not fall behind or be behind. The last thing he needed to do was drag down his peers and this thought was on his mind as he walked into the classroom for martial combat. It was still he noticed, and it was an atmosphere almost entirely brought upon by the man in the corner, blindfold over his eyes and posture showing great ease and relaxation. This man almost seemed sagely to the young warrior and he smiled. He'd seen this appearance before, among the more aged of the loyalists he'd trained to fight against. They had been feared, but this man seemed peaceful rather than relaxed and this inspired likewise a sense of peace to come over Rystan. Maybe he was both. If anything though, he appeared to suddenly spring to life as all the students entered the room.<br/><br/>He was anything but lively though as he moved to the center. He almost seemed to be holding still and trying to make as little disturbances as possible, and Rystan smiled as he mused over this observation. The man was keen, well-honed in his knowledge of his surroundings, and likely he had a powerful perception of energy fields. When the time came for Rystan to eventually introduce himself, he'd ceded the information that indeed he lacked in any substantial abilities magic-wise, save for an ability to boost his own speed, or moreover reinforce it. It was a slight moment of embarrassment for Rystan as he listened to the impressive array of abilities his peers had, yet next came a point he wasn't expecting. The teacher had drawn his sword and asked for each student to engage him in combat, and Rystan now watched as each student moved forward to assault the Professor. It was beautiful to the young warrior and he couldn't help but watch spellbound at the prowess and sheer skill the man showed as he parried and repelled each individual student's assault.<br/><br/>A young man next to Rystan had been utterly humiliated as he'd ran out of the group of students to attack the professor and now another was slinking off to one side. Bowing his head, Rystan reached down to the sides of his uniform to wrap each hand around a slim cylindrical wafer attacked to his belt, one off of each hip. Depressing the button on the wafer, he smiled faintly as the weight of his dual ninjato slipped out of the hyper-storage and came to rest, sheathes and all in the place of the wafers. He however left them deactivated as slowly watched the battle before him unfold, this could take a while and he wanted to ensure he got his chance to show his experience or lack thereof to the professor. This was the training assessment for the class and the professor's experience showed just how much many had to learn."
10617,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=275,2015-04-03T22:33:00,Zarkenis Ultima,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Starlight <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24072650#p24072650"">wrote</a>:</cite>Ellyn carefully observed the two attacks on Cyranis. Elsis had been good, but had gotten too frustrated far to quickly, and Eamonn was simply being reckless. The screech was unnecessary, and he committed himself far too quickly. His golden blade also had reach, and as she didn't know what his powers were, she had no idea of all that he was capable of. Or, he could simply be a brilliant swordsman. Shrugging to herself, she walked slowly forward, summoning her spear Silverthorn once she was past the crowd. Building up some momentum by breaking into a small trot as she headed toward the blindfolded man, thrusting her spear forward. And as the spear came closer to Cyranis, she summoned her sword Dawnbreaker into her other hand, performing an forehand slash to the other side of the professor. Unless he was incredibly quick, he shouldn't be able to block both, she chanted quietly as her weapons moved, preparing to move aside Antares with her telekinetic powers.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Soon, Xan noticed another student taking her chances at delivering a strike. Hearing her summon her weapon, the professor once again stood perfectly still with Antares gripped firmly in his left hand, waiting. Just as he was about to swing his own blade to deflect the first strike, he heard the girl call another name. A different weapon, the professor understood at once, and adjusted his defensive measures in accordance to that and the chanting he could hear from the girl. With one swift motion, his blade shot forth towards Ellyn's spear, deflecting it. Before he could move it to deflect the other strike, though, an unseen force tossed his own sword off-course. This, however, was accounted for, as in just a moment the blade was gone.<br/><br/>""Antares."" The professor uttered in an instant, and the golden greatsword appeared once again, this time in an horizontal position in his right hand, the momentum from Ellyn's spell carrying it and causing it to block the girl's other attack. In this position, he found it rather simple to twist her own sword against her and use the clashing blades to push her back just like he had done with Eamonn.<br/><br/>""A clever attack."" He merely stated.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Atlannia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24072756#p24072756"">wrote</a>:</cite>His sword extended and held in a guard position Alfenn advanced unhurriedly and circled around the professor's flank. His empty left hand was clenched and formed a focal point for his magic, with that he was carefully suppressing any sound he was making. If the professor was relying solely on his ears then Alfenn was as good as invisible. He didn't really think that was the case though so when he launched a rapid, probing thrust at the Professor's side he was careful not to overextend.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>And indeed, just like Alfenn had suspected, hearing was not the only method the professor had at his disposition in order to track down his opponents. Though his eyes were blinded by the cloth he wore in front of them and his ears were unable to catch the sound of Alfenn moving or breathing or indeed even existing, he was still able to perceive the furtive youth approaching and flanking him, though outwardly he gave no signs of such, being as impassible as ever, his stone-like visage betraying nothing whatsoever about what went through the mind of the man called Xan.<br/><br/>Regardless, it was quite fortunate that Alfenn had neglected to conceal other factors that betrayed his approach, if he was even able to do so: the vibrations of his footsteps, the displacement of the air caused by his motions, the warmth of an approaching energy blade and so many other variables which allowed the professor to easily detect and repel the young man's attack with a swift flick of his wrist that deflected the energy rapier.<br/><br/>""Sound and sight are not the only ways to see an enemy."""
10618,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=275,2015-04-03T22:53:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Zarkenis Ultima <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24080555#p24080555"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Starlight <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24072650#p24072650"">wrote</a>:</cite>Ellyn carefully observed the two attacks on Cyranis. Elsis had been good, but had gotten too frustrated far to quickly, and Eamonn was simply being reckless. The screech was unnecessary, and he committed himself far too quickly. His golden blade also had reach, and as she didn't know what his powers were, she had no idea of all that he was capable of. Or, he could simply be a brilliant swordsman. Shrugging to herself, she walked slowly forward, summoning her spear Silverthorn once she was past the crowd. Building up some momentum by breaking into a small trot as she headed toward the blindfolded man, thrusting her spear forward. And as the spear came closer to Cyranis, she summoned her sword Dawnbreaker into her other hand, performing an forehand slash to the other side of the professor. Unless he was incredibly quick, he shouldn't be able to block both, she chanted quietly as her weapons moved, preparing to move aside Antares with her telekinetic powers.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Soon, Xan noticed another student taking her chances at delivering a strike. Hearing her summon her weapon, the professor once again stood perfectly still with Antares gripped firmly in his left hand, waiting. Just as he was about to swing his own blade to deflect the first strike, he heard the girl call another name. A different weapon, the professor understood at once, and adjusted his defensive measures in accordance to that and the chanting he could hear from the girl. With one swift motion, his blade shot forth towards Ellyn's spear, deflecting it. Before he could move it to deflect the other strike, though, an unseen force tossed his own sword off-course. This, however, was accounted for, as in just a moment the blade was gone.<br/><br/>""Antares."" The professor uttered in an instant, and the golden greatsword appeared once again, this time in an horizontal position in his right hand, the momentum from Ellyn's spell carrying it and causing it to block the girl's other attack. In this position, he found it rather simple to twist her own sword against her and use the clashing blades to push her back just like he had done with Eamonn.<br/><br/>""A clever attack."" He merely stated.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Atlannia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24072756#p24072756"">wrote</a>:</cite>His sword extended and held in a guard position Alfenn advanced unhurriedly and circled around the professor's flank. His empty left hand was clenched and formed a focal point for his magic, with that he was carefully suppressing any sound he was making. If the professor was relying solely on his ears then Alfenn was as good as invisible. He didn't really think that was the case though so when he launched a rapid, probing thrust at the Professor's side he was careful not to overextend.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>And indeed, just like Alfenn had suspected, hearing was not the only method the professor had at his disposition in order to track down his opponents. Though his eyes were blinded by the cloth he wore in front of them and his ears were unable to catch the sound of Alfenn moving or breathing or indeed even existing, he was still able to perceive the furtive youth approaching and flanking him, though outwardly he gave no signs of such, being as impassible as ever, his stone-like visage betraying nothing whatsoever about what went through the mind of the man called Xan.<br/><br/>Regardless, it was quite fortunate that Alfenn had neglected to conceal other factors that betrayed his approach, if he was even able to do so: the vibrations of his footsteps, the displacement of the air caused by his motions, the warmth of an approaching energy blade and so many other variables which allowed the professor to easily detect and repel the young man's attack with a swift flick of his wrist that deflected the energy rapier.<br/><br/>""Sound and sight are not the only ways to see an enemy.""</div></blockquote><br/>Vyna and Jyn looked at each other, sharing a glance. Both could guess that regular strikes might be ineffective at best. They both had a similar thought in mind, thinking of using a maneuver they had used plenty of times against their brothers. ""Sister, do you feel like playing leapfrog."" Vyna asked cryptically to confirm what her sister was thinking. Jyn smiled and nodded.<br/><br/>First Jyn stepped forward a bit, summoning her axe and holding it with both her hands. She set her eyes on the teacher, her grip tightening on her weapon as she saw her chance. She charged the blindfolded man, roaring as she did so. Her footfalls were naturally heavy and her steps loud. Her sister followed, remaining behind her sister for the time being as she summoned her own blade. So far, her sister had carried out her end well.<br/><br/>Jynna grunted as she struck out with her axe, swinging it an upwards arc with considerable force. It would likely be blocked by the man, but Jyn knew that, in fact she was counting on it. She would try to lock his blade as much as possible.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, Vynaria had been silently following behind Jyn, hoping the loud, unsubtle nature of Jyn would draw the professors attention. She used a small boost of wind, careful to make sure the teacher wouldn't feel it, to accelerate a jump over Jyn and have her just overshoot the teacher, trying to time it to be as soon after Jyn's strike would be blocked as possible. As she was in the air, she used the opportunity to slash her rapier at the teacher when she was close enough. She hoped this would work, though she did have a plan B if this didn't pan out."
10619,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=275,2015-04-04T00:22:00,Wolfenium,"<blockquote><div><cite>Zarkenis Ultima <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24065486#p24065486"">wrote</a>:</cite>Noticing with disapproval as another student take the initiative, this time by charging past the crowd with his blades drawn, the impassible professor stood by and waited for the attack. Had this reckless child made a wrong movement while passing the other students, something nasty would have happened, yet he did not seem to care at all. Certainly, he would have to be taught moderation, lest he pose a danger to his classmates.<br/><br/>Eamonn's blade was about to descend on the professor's head, but the golden blade of Antares moved swiftly to intercept it. Instead of holding the blow, Xan tapped Eamonn's sword with his own, which bore enough force to throw the attack off-course altogether, before moving Antares once again, this time holding it to his side in a vertical position pointing down, intercepting Eamonn's horizontal blow at his abdomen and holding it there for a moment, before twisting his own blade around, using it to move Eamonn's sword so that it was now crossed horizontally in front of him. Now that he had the blades in that position, Xan exerted a great deal of force on his own, pushing Eamonn's blade away and sending him back several feet.<br/><br/>All of this had taken place in but a second.<br/><br/>""Try harder."" The instructor said calmly, his voice completely neutral, betraying no intent to tease the unstable youth as he simply gave a command.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Predictably, Eamonn's attack was repelled with ease, knocked back onto the ground. Leaping right back up, he did not appear to wise up at all, charging for another whack as the other students were repelled. This time, however, his blades were getting imbued with his aura. If he could not hit him, he would glue his blade onto to professor for a point blank hit, whether with a pole of matter or with just his own foot.<br/><br/>Watching the sides of an opening, Mehran was quietly awaiting his turn. If he would have liked, he would rather face the professor alone and try to defeat him on his own, but the gulf of experience shown made winning a stretch. Instead, he glanced at Niloofar for her ideas. Without a word, she acknowledged with a nod, raising her trident without another word. Summoning up her magic, her eyes and hair began to glow with a luminescent, icy cyan light. She was ready, and they quietly awaited the chance to move.<br/><br/>Jabbing her trident on the ground, Niloofar forced out a pair of water jets, boiling like geysers as they began to cloud the arena. At first, the move seemed rather silly, considering that Professor Xan was blind and thus immune to the sight-inhibiting fog. However, Niloofar had other things in mind, as the torrents rumbled out of the ground and evaporating. Something about his word caught their attention. Sight and sound were not the only senses they could rely on, so she set about disrupting the vibrations on the ground, as well at the temperature in the air.<br/><br/>Dashing into the fog, Mehran tried to gauge his opponent's position. He could not see in the fog now, facing difficulty hearing with the geysers, it was hard to tell from the air and ground vibrations the professor's position. So he tried something else - casting a thin barrier on the ground. He knew he was not playing fair, relying on Niloofar as a smoke screen. But there was one other reason he called on her geyser and fog. It was not so much that he needed to dull the professor's senses, but force<span style=""font-style: italic"">Mehran</span>himself to fight at his level. Perhaps he took Xan's words too seriously, given how inexperienced the Xorshid was at fighting without the use of his usual senses. But he felt it was necessary to know how the professor faces the battle, to know how to take on him.<br/><br/>'This is a lot harder than I thought,' he thought, as he tried to sense for a rebound. True enough, his barrier felt the soles of the professor's feet, pressing him for a quick strike with his blades before he was discovered..."
10620,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=275,2015-04-04T03:47:00,Zarkenis Ultima,"<blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24080712#p24080712"">wrote</a>:</cite>Vyna and Jyn looked at each other, sharing a glance. Both could guess that regular strikes might be ineffective at best. They both had a similar thought in mind, thinking of using a maneuver they had used plenty of times against their brothers. ""Sister, do you feel like playing leapfrog."" Vyna asked cryptically to confirm what her sister was thinking. Jyn smiled and nodded.<br/><br/>First Jyn stepped forward a bit, summoning her axe and holding it with both her hands. She set her eyes on the teacher, her grip tightening on her weapon as she saw her chance. She charged the blindfolded man, roaring as she did so. Her footfalls were naturally heavy and her steps loud. Her sister followed, remaining behind her sister for the time being as she summoned her own blade. So far, her sister had carried out her end well. <br/><br/>Jynna grunted as she struck out with her axe, swinging it an upwards arc with considerable force. It would likely be blocked by the man, but Jyn knew that, in fact she was counting on it. She would try to lock his blade as much as possible. <br/><br/>Meanwhile, Vynaria had been silently following behind Jyn, hoping the loud, unsubtle nature of Jyn would draw the professors attention. She used a small boost of wind, careful to make sure the teacher wouldn't feel it, to accelerate a jump over Jyn and have her just overshoot the teacher, trying to time it to be as soon after Jyn's strike would be blocked as possible. As she was in the air, she used the opportunity to slash her rapier at the teacher when she was close enough. She hoped this would work, though she did have a plan B if this didn't pan out.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Noticing another student charging towards him, Xan once again prepared, his heart rate and his breathing stable despite all the students whose attacks he'd had to reject by now. Clearly, his discipline was something that could be envied even by the greatest of warriors, even though one could hardly tell at a first glance, judging by his unkempt long hair and his slightly unsettled sable robe, though the latter was likely understandable given the subjects he imparted to his students. Either way, he waited impassible as the girl charged towards him, sword at the ready. She was heavy and so was her weapon, he could tell, which meant she would likely try to overpower him with sheer strength, the same mistake that the girl who attempted to strike at him first had made. However, something was off. There was movement that the girl with the axe did not account for.<br/><br/>Just as Jynna began to swing her axe in an ascending arc, the professor held his sword in front of himself in an horizontal arc, the axe meeting the blade of Antares right in the middle. However, he soon noticed Vynaria jumping from behind Jynna and attempting to strike at him, and so, without time to lose, he used the position of his sword and swung outwards, sending the axe off-course before slashing at Vynaria's blade with considerable force in order to both swat aside the attack and make her lose her balance in mid-air.<br/><br/>""A joint attack. Very well.""<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Wolfenium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24081188#p24081188"">wrote</a>:</cite>Predictably, Eamonn's attack was repelled with ease, knocked back onto the ground. Leaping right back up, he did not appear to wise up at all, charging for another whack as the other students were repelled. This time, however, his blades were getting imbued with his aura. If he could not hit him, he would glue his blade onto to professor for a point blank hit, whether with a pole of matter or with just his own foot.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>As Eamonn got back on his feet and charged towards him, Xan simply waited for the attack to come, blocking it just like he had done before, by raising his sword and holding it against the student's. However, he had had no way of knowing what he had done to his sword, and as such, he was caught unaware when his sword suddenly put up resistance towards movement as he tugged on it slightly to move it to where he wanted it, seemingly bound to the student's blade now. Fortunately, he was quick to catch onto this, and so, before Eamonn could take advantage of the situation and strike at him, he showed a strength vastly greater than what had been shown previously, tossing his sword away, and Eamonn with it, far from himself so that he could not be struck by the student's attacks for a moment.<br/><br/>Then, in an instant, his sword disappeared, no longer bound to Eamonn's sword by the strange magic he had used on it.<br/><br/>""Antares."" He called, and once again his blade appeared in his left hand.<br/><br/>""Interesting trick."" The professor said.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Wolfenium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24081188#p24081188"">wrote</a>:</cite>'This is a lot harder than I thought,' he thought, as he tried to sense for a rebound. True enough, his barrier felt the soles of the professor's feet, pressing him for a quick strike with his blades before he was discovered...</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The professor noted, with a certain distaste, how after a girl's chanting the battlefield seemed to change. The ground seemed unstable and the air was hot with vapor, dulling his perception of the battlefield a bit. However, though he was not pleased with the change in the environment, if there was even a person who could see him through the fog, they wouldn't be able to tell, as nothing showed on the professor's stone visage. And so, Xan waited. He had not moved during the rest of the tests, and he did not intend to move now, either, so there was nothing to do but wait.<br/><br/>Soon enough, he felt something. Though the girl's magic had cast a shroud over his senses, there was one thing she could not conceal: the displacement of matter caused by motion. It was this which gave away the presence of an energy blade present mere inches away from his body. At that moment, mind and action merged as one, and he reacted in an instant, swatting Mehran's energy blade away from him.<br/><br/>He said nothing this time."
10621,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=275,2015-04-04T10:25:00,Atlannia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Zarkenis Ultima <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24080555#p24080555"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>And indeed, just like Alfenn had suspected, hearing was not the only method the professor had at his disposition in order to track down his opponents. Though his eyes were blinded by the cloth he wore in front of them and his ears were unable to catch the sound of Alfenn moving or breathing or indeed even existing, he was still able to perceive the furtive youth approaching and flanking him, though outwardly he gave no signs of such, being as impassable as ever, his stone-like visage betraying nothing whatsoever about what went through the mind of the man called Xan.<br/><br/>Regardless, it was quite fortunate that Alfenn had neglected to conceal other factors that betrayed his approach, if he was even able to do so: the vibrations of his footsteps, the displacement of the air caused by his motions, the warmth of an approaching energy blade and so many other variables which allowed the professor to easily detect and repel the young man's attack with a swift flick of his wrist that deflected the energy rapier.<br/><br/>""Sound and sight are not the only ways to see an enemy.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Tch!"" hissed Alfenn, falling back out of range, although it was a completely silent hiss. It was likely the students were so far failing to find the man's weakness because he had none, or none large enough to be exploited by someone of their level. Still Alfenn had one more trick that might be effective. Of course if he used this strategy he wouldn't be the one landing the blow, but if he kept on by himself than he doubted he'd get any closer to the seasoned professor after another decade, seeing anyone score a hit at this stage would be gratifying.<br/><br/>Because his first attack had been rather cautious Alfenn had managed to avoid being thrown backwards like most of the others and had actually retreated in the opposite direction so that professor was actually between Alfenn and the rest of the group. Importantly that meant he was right in the cone of everybody's vision and he proceeded to grab their attention with an exaggerated wave before explaining his plan. It was quite simple, he himself would unleash a harpy song, a sonomancy technique that used precise frequency sounds to interfere with the physiology of anyone hearing it. The affected would feel dizzy nauseous and lose their balance, the prepared or generally well-disciplined would feel less of an effect but even a seasoned warrior should be temporarily off guard. Unfortunately because of the precision necessary Alfenn couldn't alter the direction of the attack for fear of reducing its effectiveness, he and his classmates would simply have to cover their ears to void its effects. Even with that countermeasure Alfenn himself would still fell the attack, being as close to the source of it as he was and so his classmates would have to exploit any openings. They wouldn't have much to work with but if a couple attacked in a coordinated manner they would have a reasonable chance of breaking through.<br/><br/>Of course Alfenn couldn't say all that, he didn't want the professor to hear and so he was forced to pantomime out the whole plan in a manner Alfenn frankly considered beneath his dignity.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Victory is a much finer robe than dignity</span>he reminded himself, gritting his teeth. First of all he pointed to himself and held up his right hand, which was already gathering sonic energy. Next he mimed out an explosion to symbolise the harpy song and pointed to the class and plugged his ears exaggeratedly, warning them to do the same before his attack. Next he pointed at the group again and held up three fingers for the attacking group, any more than three and they would probably just end up tripping over each other.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Actually they might do that anyway </span>thought Alfenn grimly, without letting his doubts show on his expression. His last action was to from the three fingers into a fist and make a punching motion towards the patiently waiting Professor, symbolising the attack. With searching eyes he looked for any signs that his message had been received and that, more importantly, enough people were willing to mount a group attack."
10622,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=275,2015-04-04T17:13:00,Esternial,"Watching the other students attack, Ritz made sure to pay close attention to the professor's reaction. Some attempts were brazen, reckless even, but others were calculated and precise, both providing her with valuable information about her teacher's abilities. As would be expected from their lecturer, Xan was skilled, with almost instantaneous reaction speed and capable of applying a substantial amount of force in a relatively light counter. Maybe the sword had some part in it, but disarming him, if even possible at all, would still only close the gap in sheet skill by a low margin.<br/><br/>Direct attacks were useless, that much was apparent from the get-go. All she had to do was land a single blow, but even that seemed like a momentous task. Most of the other students had superior skill with their weaponry than she did. Her skill with Esper was decent, but only just. Against such an opponent, a weapon would only be a liability.<br/><br/>Returning her weapon to hyperspace storage, Ritz remained in place at the front of the group of students that were still hesitating. The professor's ability to counter was of little or no import. His perception and reaction speed were.<br/><br/>Slowing down her breathing, and exerting total control over the flow of energy in her body, Ritz once again began to expand her physical limits, invisible threads of energy spreading like roots branching out off a tree. She closed her eyes and focused on her surroundings, feeling the presence of concentrated wells of energy around her. The other students. Focusing on the energy in front of her, she saw - or rather, felt - their instructor standing before her. Unlike the rest, the flow of energy was steady inside of his body, even when countering the attacks. It seemed like he was barely making an effort.<br/><br/>A deep breath. She was getting nervous, disrupting her concentration. This was no time to let her mind waver.<br/><br/>Tapping into the energy around her, Ritz accumulated it into her core as she approached, eyes fixed on her target when a sudden fog clouded her vision. She couldn't fight like this.<br/><br/>Or could she?<br/><br/>Her eyes were no longer fixed on her target, but closed, following the professor's example. Unlike him, though, she hadn't honed her physical senses to pick up on slight variation in the ground's vibration or the air current, instead relying entirely on the flow of energy inside the man's body. If she were to use her eyes she would be too focused on his weapon rather than the person wielding it, overwhelmed by sensory information that would only distract her. Maybe Niloofar just did her a favour. For a moment she hesitated, but a plan was brewing. Returning on her earlier decision, she summoned Esper from hyperspace storage?<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Now or never. </span><br/><br/>Forcing the energy she had accumulated into her legs, Ritz shot forward with the ferocity, speed and grace of a cheetah, closing the distance between her and the professor with only a few steps, holding her sword behind her to minimize air resistance. It only took her several steps to bridge a distance that would have taken many more, but the instructor was aware of her proximity, no doubt. With a confident swing she brought the sword towards his side, but had no intent of making that attack connect to anything but his sword. That first strike was one of 18 planned attacks, all jabs pinpointed at specific parts of his body where the barrier between her hands and the man's flow of energy was the weakest, applying dense concentrations of her own energy to disrupt it, with the hope of locally paralysing muscle and wearing out her opponent instead of taking his down with a single attack. Planning ahead allowed her to focus on the man's reaction to every attack and compensate for it rather than try to plan her next move when the previous one failed.<br/><br/>Since he had a sword and she let go of hers from the get-go, it was needless to say that Ritz was not planning on countering any of his moves. She was more adept at never getting hit at all, anyway. Every minute variation in his flow of energy would tell her exactly what his reaction would be, much faster than her eyes could ever tell her.<br/><br/>For Ritz, this mock battle was a dance she never attempted before."
10623,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=275,2015-04-05T02:08:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Zarkenis Ultima <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24081752#p24081752"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24080712#p24080712"">wrote</a>:</cite>Vyna and Jyn looked at each other, sharing a glance. Both could guess that regular strikes might be ineffective at best. They both had a similar thought in mind, thinking of using a maneuver they had used plenty of times against their brothers. ""Sister, do you feel like playing leapfrog."" Vyna asked cryptically to confirm what her sister was thinking. Jyn smiled and nodded.<br/><br/>First Jyn stepped forward a bit, summoning her axe and holding it with both her hands. She set her eyes on the teacher, her grip tightening on her weapon as she saw her chance. She charged the blindfolded man, roaring as she did so. Her footfalls were naturally heavy and her steps loud. Her sister followed, remaining behind her sister for the time being as she summoned her own blade. So far, her sister had carried out her end well. <br/><br/>Jynna grunted as she struck out with her axe, swinging it an upwards arc with considerable force. It would likely be blocked by the man, but Jyn knew that, in fact she was counting on it. She would try to lock his blade as much as possible. <br/><br/>Meanwhile, Vynaria had been silently following behind Jyn, hoping the loud, unsubtle nature of Jyn would draw the professors attention. She used a small boost of wind, careful to make sure the teacher wouldn't feel it, to accelerate a jump over Jyn and have her just overshoot the teacher, trying to time it to be as soon after Jyn's strike would be blocked as possible. As she was in the air, she used the opportunity to slash her rapier at the teacher when she was close enough. She hoped this would work, though she did have a plan B if this didn't pan out.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Noticing another student charging towards him, Xan once again prepared, his heart rate and his breathing stable despite all the students whose attacks he'd had to reject by now. Clearly, his discipline was something that could be envied even by the greatest of warriors, even though one could hardly tell at a first glance, judging by his unkempt long hair and his slightly unsettled sable robe, though the latter was likely understandable given the subjects he imparted to his students. Either way, he waited impassible as the girl charged towards him, sword at the ready. She was heavy and so was her weapon, he could tell, which meant she would likely try to overpower him with sheer strength, the same mistake that the girl who attempted to strike at him first had made. However, something was off. There was movement that the girl with the axe did not account for.<br/><br/>Just as Jynna began to swing her axe in an ascending arc, the professor held his sword in front of himself in an horizontal arc, the axe meeting the blade of Antares right in the middle. However, he soon noticed Vynaria jumping from behind Jynna and attempting to strike at him, and so, without time to lose, he used the position of his sword and swung outwards, sending the axe off-course before slashing at Vynaria's blade with considerable force in order to both swat aside the attack and make her lose her balance in mid-air.<br/><br/>""A joint attack. Very well.""<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Wolfenium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24081188#p24081188"">wrote</a>:</cite>Predictably, Eamonn's attack was repelled with ease, knocked back onto the ground. Leaping right back up, he did not appear to wise up at all, charging for another whack as the other students were repelled. This time, however, his blades were getting imbued with his aura. If he could not hit him, he would glue his blade onto to professor for a point blank hit, whether with a pole of matter or with just his own foot.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>As Eamonn got back on his feet and charged towards him, Xan simply waited for the attack to come, blocking it just like he had done before, by raising his sword and holding it against the student's. However, he had had no way of knowing what he had done to his sword, and as such, he was caught unaware when his sword suddenly put up resistance towards movement as he tugged on it slightly to move it to where he wanted it, seemingly bound to the student's blade now. Fortunately, he was quick to catch onto this, and so, before Eamonn could take advantage of the situation and strike at him, he showed a strength vastly greater than what had been shown previously, tossing his sword away, and Eamonn with it, far from himself so that he could not be struck by the student's attacks for a moment.<br/><br/>Then, in an instant, his sword disappeared, no longer bound to Eamonn's sword by the strange magic he had used on it.<br/><br/>""Antares."" He called, and once again his blade appeared in his left hand.<br/><br/>""Interesting trick."" The professor said.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Wolfenium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24081188#p24081188"">wrote</a>:</cite>'This is a lot harder than I thought,' he thought, as he tried to sense for a rebound. True enough, his barrier felt the soles of the professor's feet, pressing him for a quick strike with his blades before he was discovered...</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The professor noted, with a certain distaste, how after a girl's chanting the battlefield seemed to change. The ground seemed unstable and the air was hot with vapor, dulling his perception of the battlefield a bit. However, though he was not pleased with the change in the environment, if there was even a person who could see him through the fog, they wouldn't be able to tell, as nothing showed on the professor's stone visage. And so, Xan waited. He had not moved during the rest of the tests, and he did not intend to move now, either, so there was nothing to do but wait.<br/><br/>Soon enough, he felt something. Though the girl's magic had cast a shroud over his senses, there was one thing she could not conceal: the displacement of matter caused by motion. It was this which gave away the presence of an energy blade present mere inches away from his body. At that moment, mind and action merged as one, and he reacted in an instant, swatting Mehran's energy blade away from him.<br/><br/>He said nothing this time.</div></blockquote><br/>Vyna's eyes widened as her attack failed and she felt herself put off balance, falling. She had no way to stop herself from doing so, and so decided to mitigate the fall as much as possible. She used her wind power to minimize the pain from the impact with the ground, rolling and coming to stand up. She narrowed her eyes, frustrated that the strike failed yet ready to renew her assault. That was until an odd fog seemed to descend upon the whole battle area. She sighed angrily, though noted that Alfenn seemed to have a plan of some sort. She nodded to him, keeping herself back for now. She did however place a vector plate underneath herself, chanting softly as she did so. This one would be quite strong, strong enough that she became slightly worried of a repeat of the Mehran incident, however she knew she should not hold back. After all, despite Mehran's skills, this man was in another league entirely, so she could assume that he would be much harder to injure in a similar manner.<br/><br/>Jyn on the other hand, did not move. Her axe was sent back, but she knew she was in the prime position to make another strike. She was determined not to give any ground to the teacher, planning to stand here and fight him here. She would not be forced from her position. The fog descending on her was not too much of a problem. She knew exactly where he was and he was probably not going to move any time soon. She used this time to quickly attempt to disarm the teacher, intentionally swinging her large axe towards where his sword seemed to be (She could make out a rough outline of him through the fog), planing to hook onto it and pull it from his hands. She knew he could summon it back, however she would be ready to strike him in such an event.<br/><br/>Jon meanwhile, had stayed back, though noticed Alfenn was planning to deafen the teacher. He nodded slightly, though wasn't too sure on attacking with the rest of them. After all, her was more the lone wolf type without his sisters or brother."
10624,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=275,2015-04-07T00:07:00,Zarkenis Ultima,"<blockquote><div><cite>Esternial <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24089334#p24089334"">wrote</a>:</cite>-snip-</div></blockquote><br/><br/>As he waited for yet another barrage of attacks from his new students, Xan steadied himself after defending from the last one and waited once again, his sword resting at his side. He waited for several moments, until suddenly, he detected movement again. Someone coming from the front, very quickly, reaching him in seconds. The air was displaced. A slash from the side. His sword rose to meet it with ease, but then, the student's weapon disappeared. The air was displaced again. A strike coming from the opposite direction, but there was no heat. There was no weapon. A nearly undetectable change in the professor's countenance occured as he seemed to frown for a moment, aware that he would not be able to use his sword to fight against this, lest the reckless child facing him be damaged by its destructive golden blade. Mind and body became fully synchronised and thought and action became one and the same as he tossed his sword high into the air, using his hands to meet the student's first attack, and then the next, and every other attack after that, his unparalleled awareness allowing him to perceive the attacks coming towards him despite the blindness and the unfavorable circumstances of the battlefield. If Ritz was especially attentive, she might have noticed that, towards the end of her barrage of attacks, the professor's blocking manuevers became slower by a very slight margin.<br/><br/>Alas, even then, her efforts were for naught, as unless she was keen on trying to argue that she had technically hit his hands, her strikes had not reached him. Once her last move was finished, Xan seized the opportunity and seized her hands with his own, locking fingers and using his grip to push her away with considerable force in order to regain his distance, before raising his hand just in time to catch his sword, which was only now falling back.<br/><br/>""...You will need special equipment for future classes."" The professor said, but his thoughtful voice made it seem as if he was not entirely talking to Ritz.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24093970#p24093970"">wrote</a>:</cite>Jyn on the other hand, did not move. Her axe was sent back, but she knew she was in the prime position to make another strike. She was determined not to give any ground to the teacher, planning to stand here and fight him here. She would not be forced from her position. The fog descending on her was not too much of a problem. She knew exactly where he was and he was probably not going to move any time soon. She used this time to quickly attempt to disarm the teacher, intentionally swinging her large axe towards where his sword seemed to be (She could make out a rough outline of him through the fog), planing to hook onto it and pull it from his hands. She knew he could summon it back, however she would be ready to strike him in such an event.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Xan noticed that the student who had swung her axe at him mere moments ago had decided not to retreat, and stood expectantly, as surely this was a sign that he would soon be struck again by the lofty weapon wielded by the girl in front of him. Indeed, soon enough, he sensed the displacement of the steam in the environment and understood that the student was about to strike again, noticing that it was an attack directed not at him, but at his gilded greatsword. A clever attack, but one that possessed little meaning if the opponent could see your intent. With a small twirl of the hilt he held in his hand, the blade spun in the air, missed by the axe that tore through the air towards it, avoiding being hooked in by the large weapon. And then with a flick of the wrist, the blade of Antares crashed against the energy axe, driving it away once again."
10625,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=275,2015-04-07T06:17:00,Esternial,"As Ritz opened her eyes, she noticed the fog had vanished, with the professor's figure waiting in the distance for another student to try their luck. She smiled, rarely did she have this much fun during a battle. The air resistance was no doubt a major factor that added to their instructor's phenomenal reaction speed, so not only would she have to improve her own speed, she would have to find a way to impair his perception. If only she had anything in her arsenal, magical or conventional, to accomplish that.<br/><br/>Then again, it wasn't she that had to win the battle. The experience of fighting such a powerful opponent was more than she needed. Let someone else have the glory and attention.<br/><br/>She closed her eyes a second time, despite the fog having dissipated. Deep in the core of her being, she amassed more energy. Condensing it. Keeping it contained as more and more gathered. It tried to diffuse throughout her body, spread outward and evaporate through her skin, but she couldn't allow it. Not this time. She thought back to the Silver Games. That boy.<span style=""font-style: italic"">This will do.</span>Unlike before, she contained the energy deep inside of her instead of letting to flow freely. Violently it swirled, pushing back against the walls she set up to contain it, like dam, a sphere of raw, primal energy that would not allow itself to be contained for long.<br/><br/>Then, at a moment's notice, the core of energy collapsed in on itself and released a sudden burst of luminous energy, spreading throughout her body like an uncontrolled torrent. The wave rushed throughout her extremities, filling her legs with a white hot fire. Now was the time to act.<br/><br/>The ground cracked beneath her feet as she momentarily vanished from view, bursting forwards towards the professor. ""Esper"" She whispered, gripping the sword in its shield form as she approached, the dense field of energy allowing her a wide margin of error for countering the professor's blade. Like before, she would attempt a series of attacks, primarily unarmed, combined with her own weapon. But this time, she did not intend to hit the man. This time, she would use any moment of physical contact to tether herself to her instructor and tap into his reserves of energy, chipping away at it until he<span style=""font-style: italic"">had</span>to take things seriously.<br/><br/>If she could, she would even grab onto his back for as long as she could, like mechanical bull."
10626,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=275,2015-04-08T15:54:00,Kassaran,"(<a class=""postlink"" href=""https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TQUsnto_3pw"" rel=""nofollow"">So sue me if you don't like the song, but it's fitting and I've been trying to find it for the longest time anyways.</a>)<br/><br/>Suddenly, everyone had broken away from the dusky smoke gathered around the Professor and Rystan found himself with his weapons drawn and in perfect position to attack. It was still in the room as the other students were recovering from their attempts on the Professor. The lone teacher still shrouded in the fog, lent him an ominous appearance, or rather his shadow an ominous appearance. Rystan saw no need for the fog however, so he let loose a slight flick with the broad side of his right blade, infusing it with his quickening magic to cause the shockwave and atmospheric displacement of the blade to be pronounced.<br/><br/>The wind that came from the displacement was hardly a strike at the Professor, but did it's intended job of forcing the fog around the Professor out and away. He knew the Professor was likely still capable of defending himself within the fog as had been proven by the other student's attacks. Rystan however needed to see where his blades were striking, his expertise on hand-eye coordination required just that, his eyes and hands to be working, synchronizing, attacking altogether as one entity.<br/><br/>Taking a step towards the professor, he brought his second blade up to square, holding it slightly ahead of himself aligning it with the professor's center-of-mass. It was a rather open pose, but it was well fortified against counters, as Rystan knew it and he'd seen the Professor's own ability to effectively counter with Antares' enough to know they'd come if he allowed them. The large blade named Antares was a force to be reckoned with, but his own blades were perhaps an equal counter. If he were a better swordsman, Rystan knew he'd have no problem landing a strike on the Professor, but for now, he'd have to hope his own need for sight had revealed his novice level to the Professor and had likewise lowered the teacher's guard.<br/><br/>On the other side of the Professor, Rystan could see his classmate gesturing as though he were about to attack, and remembering the student's ability, he winced internally. That song, if he missed it somehow or if it was an area-based weapon, could spell disaster for the whole student population as it might affect them too. Then it began as his silent approach brought himself closer to the Professor actively waiting for the moment to strike. He knew the Professor had to be feeling somewhat tired. He'd taken some heavy blows from Rystan's peers and some he'd needed to take on full-force in stead of simply deflecting.<br/><br/>However, he had been conserving his strength marvelously and Rystan admired that about the Professor, but for now, he needed to prove to the Professor his own worth, his own skill. That's what this was, a test and Rystan knew why it was needed, and he knew he would have to fight with all of the strength he had. The likelihood of actually being forced into live combat within the the few minutes after this next one was highly unlikely. This type of one-on-one encounter was where he specialized. He'd been trained as an urban assassin by his previous circle, by those rebels whom had decided to use him and his friends as fodder for the Loyalist's veteran soldiers.<br/><br/>He however, unlike his friends, had been spared out of his parent's kindness and mercy and had effectively ended his career prematurely. This didn't mean he had to abandon those old techniques though. The ideals of the lost and dead had no place here, not in this academy, not in this universe, and no longer did they need to bear a place in Rystan's mind, but the lessons. No, instead he needed to tear them down and mold them. To peer into the very core of how they were used and change them forever, and to make himself able to bring a change everywhere else. He needed to not only remember, but make sure it didn't happen again. He needed to change the universe, and this is where it started.<br/><br/>His blade came up and with a flick of his wrist he brought it down to his side, using the gathering momentum to move his arm across his chest and turn him around as he broke into a full frenzy of rotating attacks. One after another, the blades came crashing down upon the Professor, or rather Antares as Rystan suspected. He wasn't focusing on the blade however, he was focusing on the Professor himself, his arms and his eyes were reacting out of habit using peripheral feedback, out of years of training and months of conditioning leading up to this moment. His eyes were trained squarely on the Professor's center of mass, and knowing Antares could come from any direction, he needed to keep the fight going. He needed to force Antares to stay in the fight. At first, it had been only Rystan present, it was him and his own personal skill and strength, and most of all, his speed.<br/><br/>It was tremendous speed to be sure, and perhaps it was something to be noted by the professor as he bore down closer and closer on the Professor, moving towards the man's flanks, keeping the blows coming. Antares was a single blade from what Rystan had seen and now he held the advantage as he changed the attack vector each time his blades struck a solid object. No two strikes the same, each coming from different angles, and now he was moving at just a fraction of a second slower than his own mind. His attacks coming in almost the same instant he thought of them, the bright red magic flowing from his mind down his spine and into the rest of his body. Yes, his magic manifested physically, but this was moreover as a byproduct of the now tremendous amounts of energy being expelled. Chemical energy and thermal energy seemingly being instantaneously released and with each passing second the heat was also becoming apparent in his clothing as it slowly began to absorb the heat and also grow slightly red.<br/><br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jWQKa1sv_So"" rel=""nofollow"">The flurry of attacks never ceased</a>, but when Rystan's own personal limits had finally been met, his magic kicked in and pushed him to what could be considered his peak speed. One after another, the blades constantly moving with blinding speed. Even through it all though, he could still feel Antares, the solid blade moving to intercept them all. This was the Professor's power, to always keep Antares present to protect him out of second nature, and this was his weakness as well. If Antares had to be in place, it couldn't be in transit. If it was always needed, as a single blade, it had to keep its position. While Rystan had not forced it yet to budge, keeping his attacks reliably and constantly focused on Professor's center of mass, they were now practically one on top of the other.<br/><br/>Rystan knew the risk. Antares was a large sword, one almost impossibly large to handle, but the Professor's magic was intense, and gave the Redemit the ability to disobey the simpler laws of physics. Somewhere in the back of Rystan's mind he'd been slowly building the map of how many different ways he could attack and still find Antares. Indeed, while he had still been aiming for the Professor, the blades still striking for that initial goal of reaching the Professor, Rystan knew consciously he'd never land a hit, so he'd let his training take over as he mapped out the defenses of the Professor's fortress that was Antares. It was a small chink in the armor, and by way of knowing that he had barely a shot of coming out on top, he smiled grimly and suddenly redirected all of his energy and all of his speed into his legs.<br/><br/>The blows suddenly stopped and their intensity and ferocity seemed to dissipate as Rystan's final gamble began and he leaped into the air. The forward flip was to keep Antares in the game, but gave Rystan a final chance at piercing the veil the blade had made for itself. Rystan let his two arms, previously apart, to either side of his body as he'd gone into the jump suddenly come together and flipping around his handles in-air, he brought down the blades in a reverse grip towards the top of the Professor, swinging around in a broad forward flip across the Professor's back as he did so. When the blades made contact with Antares, Rystan smiled faintly and pushed. Using Antares as his fulcrum, he turned himself into a lever. It was a long shot his next move, but hardly impossible so he braced as his right leg came down and out of the flip to land.<br/><br/>As his swords broke contact with Antares, he let them deenergize, as though withdrawing them from the battle, but in this he only used it as time to set up for his attack. Switching feet as quickly as possible, he sent every last ounce of power both magical and physical if not mental, into the delivery of a flying jump kick to the side of the Professor. A final gamble as he brought the blade of the same side up with it. A final gamble as he hoped the Professor's own hesitation would score him that long awaited prize. A final gamble as his blade, now silent and cold lay against his leg and was guided upwards behind the shield that was his own leg. A final gamble as he lashed out at the Professor.<br/><br/>As Rystan had attacked, he'd slowly and mentally accounted for the Professor's own ability to constantly sense the volume of objects and their speeds. His own blades had proven he'd conserve energy where needed. His blade, pressed up against his leg and left unenergized emitted no heat save for what had retained, and since it was in the wake of his leg's own passage, it had no major displacement. With it up against his leg there was also the fact that the blade was pressed tightly into his skin, and as the pant leg had been slightly loose, well-fit for its purpose, it allowed the blade to be concealed within its voluminous folds. If he was right, Rystan had forced the Professor to devote enough time to calculating the next attack he'd not account for Rystan hiding his blade against his leg.<br/><br/>With this final blow, as he neared his objective, re-energizing the previously silent weapon. The blade suddenly lanced out and burned away both fabric and excess skin cells along the surface of Rystan's leg as he let the blade suddenly flick out and hopefully engage Antares' flat edge as the Professor had done before for the first student, forcing the momentum of the kick to stop and forcing that energy to go elsewhere. That elsewhere was the rest of Rystan's body, the lever for the fulcrum made by contact with Antares, and pulling his grounded leg up, he kept his first leg pinned up under Antares and with the last bit of magic now wearing off, his tired body let momentum carry him upwards.<br/><br/>This would allow Rystan to use the momentum of his torso, now coming out of the kick to push back into the air for another attack and bring down his second blade, now energized as well in a sweeping stroke, this time aimed for the shoulder and neck of the Professor."
10627,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=275,2015-04-08T22:03:00,Zarkenis Ultima,"<blockquote><div><cite>Esternial <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24120464#p24120464"">wrote</a>:</cite>The ground cracked beneath her feet as she momentarily vanished from view, bursting forwards towards the professor. ""Esper"" She whispered, gripping the sword in its shield form as she approached, the dense field of energy allowing her a wide margin of error for countering the professor's blade. Like before, she would attempt a series of attacks, primarily unarmed, combined with her own weapon. But this time, she did not intend to hit the man. This time, she would use any moment of physical contact to tether herself to her instructor and tap into his reserves of energy, chipping away at it until he <span style=""font-style: italic"">had</span> to take things seriously.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Noticing the girl rushing towards him once again, the professor braced himself for the coming barrage of attacks. He was familiar with her fighting style now, she hit swiftly and used her magic to wear out the opponent's vigor, a dangerous trick no doubt. She fought primarily unarmed, just like she said during the start of the class, and that was a problem for him, as he could not use his blade to counter her attacks without maiming or possibly killing the girl. Indeed, when one held a blade, it was often easier to kill than not to kill, but it was precisely because of this that to use a blade one required training, and indeed the one who was to train them needed to be quite prepared himself.<br/><br/>It was through this training and preparation that he managed to once again counter her moves swiftly despite her energy sensing, though it did not take him long to catch on to what she was doing, as he felt his energy slowly drain. Frowning almost imperceptibly, he changed his strategy, deflecting her blows instead of containing them, focusing on the wrists and the ankles instead of the hands and feet, and using Antares to block Esper when needed. As he did this, he focused, his breathing slowing further still even as the action took place. Whatever energy Ritz was taking away would not dent him, as he controlled his body to make up for the tampering of the girl's spells.<br/><br/>Eventually, Ritz attempted to grab him from behind, but the professor sensed this and, seeing an opportunity, he thrust back with the hilt of Antares, striking the girl's torso with moderate force. It would not hurt too much, but it would take the wind out of her, most likely, and send her some distance away, which was his objective, to get her to move away once again.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Kassaran <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24139896#p24139896"">wrote</a>:</cite>-snip-</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Sensing another student charging towards him in an attempt to land a blow at last, his speed seemingly greater than that of his peers, though this appeared to be not because of his own virtue, but because of a magical enhancement. This was not the first time he encountered such things, but it was interesting to note anyways. Students like these, while able to use their abilities to gain a physical edge over their peers, often wound up relying far too much on such abilities. However, with some training, he was certain they would become formidable warriors, as many others before them had. It was his duty to see to that, his duty as an instructor of the Silver Hand Academy, and he would see it done.<br/><br/>Now, the student was, as has been said, swifter than his classmates, that was for sure. His attacks were as swift as they were precise, but they were unable to breach the protection provided by the gilded greatsword the blindfolded master held in his left hand, which moved with unparalleled swiftness across the air, whistling as it did so, the clash of energy producing sparks that flew everywhere every time his blade met Rystan's on the battlefield. The young man was forcing his hand slightly, the professor gave him that much as he moved to block his attacks faster and faster, his hand and his blade becoming little more than a blur in the landscape that threatened to explode at a moment's notice, even while he himself remained completely stationary, not moving an inch from his position, standing his ground like the statue of a silent, lonely defender.<br/><br/>When Rystan showed his trump card, the professor merely waited, meeting each attack as the situation warranted, but nothing more. He certainly could have stopped the lad's assault halfway through, he had left him plenty of opportunities to do so, but this class had many purposes. Teaching certain students some humility was only one of them, and this student did not seem to need that lesson so desperately, so instead he chose to allow him to carry on with his manuever, curious to see where it would lead him as he raised his blade solely to meet each desperate blow.<br/><br/>Seeing the young man swing his leg at him, however, caught Xan in a bit of a tight spot. Once again, he could not simply utilize his blade for this purpose without maiming the student, and a flying kick was just a tad harder to deflect than a grounded kick or a swing of a fist. With that in mind, the professor began calculating several scenarios in his head, time slowing down for him as he perceived everything becoming slower.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Heat.</span><br/><br/>In an instant, his blade was up once again, blocking the energy blade that the young man had hidden from his senses with a devious trick of his. Frowning almost imperceptibly, the blindfolded master continued sensing the young man's actions. He was swinging for his neck, but he had apparently forgotten to account for several things. One, that he was still in mid-air and thus in a prime position for being displaced. Two, the fact that his blade, pressed against his leg, was still clashing against the edge of Antares. And three, the professor's own strength.<br/><br/>With a swift movement, Xan swung Antares outwards, prematurely ending Rystan's attack as the motion caused him to fly off in the opposite direction.<br/><br/>Once he had regained his precious distance, Xan offered Rystan his reward for such a daring move. A deep breath, and a sigh. After that, nothing."
10628,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=275,2015-04-09T00:54:00,Atlannia,"<span style=""font-style: italic"">NOW!</span>thought Alfenn as Rystan was sent hurtling through the air, the other boy's attack seemed to have pushed the professor as far as anyone else so far and he doubted they would get another chance. Alfenn dropped his sword to block one ear, using his free hand to block one ear and gathering sonic energy in the other. There was no time to warn the others further , hopefully they had all understood his earlier message. With a complete lack of ceremony he raised his hand and triggered the spell. A deafening, keening wail filled the air, audible even through blocked ears although that would be enough to block the ill effect. The hideous noise seemed to modulate in pitch and in fact those hearing it would have detected an alien sort of rhythm and melody to it. Unpleasant as it was it wasn't inaccurate for the noise to be called a song.<span style=""font-style: italic"">At least they can't hear the lyrics</span>thought Alfenn thought, gritting his teeth. With one ear open he was exposed to the full effects of the song. His vision blurred rapidly and an instant later he lost his balance and sank to one knee. His stomach started to twist and pulse with heaving waves of nausea and the noise cut out as his concentration was shattered. Not trusting himself to open his mouth without vomiting he instead pointed weakly at the Professor, trusting the others to exploit whatever opening he had created."
10629,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=275,2015-04-09T14:02:00,The Starlight,"Ellyn, pushed back, had waited, looking at the other student's attacks, to form a better strategy. But they were all defeated, for despite some incredibly clever attacks, the professor had thwarted them all. Once they had all cleared, she stepped forward once again. Facing the professor, she began to chant, quietly, telekinetically pushing aside his sword at random intervals, as far back as she could. Though he could and did continue to unsummon and resummon Antares, it served as an annoyance, which she wanted to do. Continuing this she suddenly stopped, and then spoke Dawnbreaker, summoning her sword, taking a step forward. Still remaining quite the distance from the professor she controlled the sword with her mind, sending it flying at the Professor, and as it was deflected by Antares, wielded it with her mind, slashing and stabbing and blocking. Continuing to control her sword, she walked forward, already having summoned Silverthorn. Then, as Antares moved to deflect Dawnbreaker, she leaped forward, jabbing Silverthorn at the professor, as she landed.<br/><br/>But just as she landed, Alfenn's harpy song began. She had missed the memo, having her back turned, and so in an instant, her control over Dawnbreaker halted, it dropping to the ground, Silverthorn too. She turned to glare at the culprit, before starting to heal herself, dismissing the weapons from the floor, having to constantly heal herself of the effects of the song. She wouldn't attack now, unless she saw that the Professor was unaffected. Otherwise, it would be dishonorable, to attack an opponent, while they were severely hindered. She did want to win, but not so much so that she would compromise her honor, as the Professor had not compromised his, giving her no right to compromise hers. For now she focused on her chanting keeping the harpy song at bay, before simply resorting to closing her ears, not able to keep her concentration up.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">That was disappointing</span>she thought to herself,<span style=""font-style: italic"">especially with her being at the apex of her plan only to fail due to the harpy song.</span>For now, she would wait, to see the effect of it on the harpy. She could still spar through telekinesis, though it would be a hard thing."
10630,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=275,2015-04-09T19:52:00,Zarkenis Ultima,"Another student began attempting to attack him. She had been the third one to try to do so, the professor could tell, and now she was back. However, this time her strategy had changed. No longer she was attempting to move Antares out of place in order to allow her blade and spear to strike at him. Instead, she was trying to do... something, though he couldn't quite tell what it was, as she seemed to be pushing his sword aside without any real point behind such an action. Though she could have tried to strike at him while she chanted, she was doing no such thing, merely trying to inconvenience him with her spells.<br/><br/>Eventually, she fought him at last, though she did so from a distance, using telekinesis to control Dawnbreaker from afar, dueling from a safe distance. Xan swiftly recognized this technique, and this time an almost imperceptible smirk graced his face as he raised his own gilded greatsword to meet the floating sword that was assaulting him at the command of its master. Even as he fought, however, he could tell that she was preparing to charge towards him, having summoned her other weapon. Soon she leaped towards him, and as he fought against the floating sword, Xan prepared to block this new attack.<br/><br/>It was then that the hideous song echoed through the air, disrupting the instructor's every thought and causing his grip on the blade to falter momentarily as the sickness caused by the noise settled in, making him feel weaker. Though he had several times the lifetime of these students in experience, the attack still took him by surprise, and as his senses were extremely honed the attack struck him with severity. He stumbled a bit as he tried to recover his balance after taking in the noise, the hand wielding Antares shaking violently. Through it all, however, he maintained control of himself in exemplary fashion, never dropping his sword or falling off his feet, his senses recovering swiftly as he noticed that the student he had been sparring with earlier had backed off from him, seemingly affected by the sickening song as well. In his weakened state, his mind worked swiftly. Surely this attack would not be without another following it, and yet, the student who had caused this seemed in no position to strike at him after having suffered the effects of his own spell. What, then, wondered the professor as he stood with his senses on alert, bearing with the sickness of his student's weakening spell."
10631,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=275,2015-04-10T05:20:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Zarkenis Ultima <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24154586#p24154586"">wrote</a>:</cite>Another student began attempting to attack him. She had been the third one to try to do so, the professor could tell, and now she was back. However, this time her strategy had changed. No longer she was attempting to move Antares out of place in order to allow her blade and spear to strike at him. Instead, she was trying to do... something, though he couldn't quite tell what it was, as she seemed to be pushing his sword aside without any real point behind such an action. Though she could have tried to strike at him while she chanted, she was doing no such thing, merely trying to inconvenience him with her spells.<br/><br/>Eventually, she fought him at last, though she did so from a distance, using telekinesis to control Dawnbreaker from afar, dueling from a safe distance. Xan swiftly recognized this technique, and this time an almost imperceptible smirk graced his face as he raised his own gilded greatsword to meet the floating sword that was assaulting him at the command of its master. Even as he fought, however, he could tell that she was preparing to charge towards him, having summoned her other weapon. Soon she leaped towards him, and as he fought against the floating sword, Xan prepared to block this new attack.<br/><br/>It was then that the hideous song echoed through the air, disrupting the instructor's every thought and causing his grip on the blade to falter momentarily as the sickness caused by the noise settled in, making him feel weaker. Though he had several times the lifetime of these students in experience, the attack still took him by surprise, and as his senses were extremely honed the attack struck him with severity. He stumbled a bit as he tried to recover his balance after taking in the noise, the hand wielding Antares shaking violently. Through it all, however, he maintained control of himself in exemplary fashion, never dropping his sword or falling off his feet, his senses recovering swiftly as he noticed that the student he had been sparring with earlier had backed off from him, seemingly affected by the sickening song as well. In his weakened state, his mind worked swiftly. Surely this attack would not be without another following it, and yet, the student who had caused this seemed in no position to strike at him after having suffered the effects of his own spell. What, then, wondered the professor as he stood with his senses on alert, bearing with the sickness of his student's weakening spell.</div></blockquote><br/>Jon, having prepared for the sudden attack, was not quite as disorientated, having covered his ears with his hands. Vyna too had done the same, as it was part of Alfenn's plan after all. Neither of them were particular fans of the melody, but both knew better than to dwell on it. Jyn on the other hand felt herself completely disorientated by the hellish nightmare song, her brain churning at it's cacophonic sound. She managed to keep standing and not vomit. Though all she could really manage in terms of fighting was a weak strike on the professor, which she did not attempt.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Now!</span>Vyna thought, gathering magical energy in the form of wind and then letting it blast her forward at the same time she activated her vector plate, increasing her speed considerably. She used this momentum to lunge forward with her blade, which was pointed squarely at the teacher. She was a little worried at first she might kill him or something, considering she had done this before and it had nearly claimed Mehran's life. However if he could block the rest of the class with ease than he might not be so wounded by this. Besides, he might be insulted if she held back and didn't use her best, which she didn't want. Though, none of this was going through her head during the actual burst of speed. Adrenalin and focus had taken over, and a little excitement from the speed at which she managed to achieve.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, Jon had also taken the opertunity to strike. Having manifested his whip sword long ago, he sent a scything strike to the professor. Though one might notice he was a little close. Surely he could use the range of his weapon to his advantage? This was because he had a plan, several actually, all concocted while carefully observing the fights others had with him. First, even if Xan blocked the whip sword, it would wrap around his blade and body, constricting his movement. Though Jon was not keen to rely on the unorthodox nature of his weapon alone. He had used his,magical power to summon two energy tendrils, each aimed at another limb, hoping the assault on multiple fronts would succeed. He reasoned that he seemed reluctant to let students get more than one hit off on him in a row, though equally reluctant to strike back or move.<span style=""font-style: italic"">He can block single strikes perfectly well even if they have considerable power behind them like Jyn's. But perhaps multiple simultaneous attacks will be harder, especially if he can't angle his blade...</span>"
10632,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=275,2015-04-10T07:51:00,Wolfenium,"Rolling back up to his knees as he was forced back, Eamonn was not about to relent yet. Gritting his teeth, there did not seem to be a clear path between him and the professor with the other students making their move. Not that he cared much about knocking them out of the way, but he felt them a hindrance in his fight, and unwilling to lose momentum when he makes his next attack. Worse, he appeared bad at teamwork, and was not that keen on 'sharing' his opponent. Everyone else, however, felt otherwise.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Atlannia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24144569#p24144569"">wrote</a>:</cite>-snip-</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAUUUUUGGGGGGGGGGGGGGHHHHHHHHHHHH,"" Eamonn screamed in pain, as a sudden screech echoed in the air. Plugging his ears with matter, he managed to mitigate the sound enough, though feeling a bit weary over it. But now, Xan was becoming pretty worn out, with the students trying all manners to weaken him.<br/><br/>Unplugging her trident from the ground, Niloofar spun the polearm above her head as she began to summon her magic again. Swiftly, ice began to form on the floor around the professor, as she attempted to freeze his feet in place. Regardless, she raised her trident level as she pushed herself off from a jet of water. Concurrently, her brother simply imbued his blades with a layer of energy, adding to its damage-dealing as he too dived forth for another go.<br/><br/>Gritting his teeth, the boy began to churn with energy again. His aura shifting to a shade of lava-like red, his blades were becoming imbued again. This time, however, shards of red matter began to crystallize over it, twisting and growing into a grotesque, jagged saber. A feral gaze in his eyes as the pupils shrank, he simply surged forward recklessly with his blades, screaming at the top of his lungs as he tried to cleave Xan."
10633,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=275,2015-04-10T10:47:00,Esternial,"<span style=""font-style: italic"">Ah well, at least I tried.</span>She was clearly way out of the professor's league. His physical prowess more than simply compensated for the energy she chipped away. In fact, he didn't seem at all bothered by it. Once he caught on to her tactic, he countered appropriately. Even her last resort, grabbing onto him and draining as much energy as she could, lasted only a second until he reacted. What little energy she managed to absorb, Ritz focused in her torso to prevent any brusing. Antares' hilt hit her square in the chest. She was sore, but she had expected worse. A formidable opponent such as Xan could have done far worse with much less effort.<br/><br/>Without further ado, Ritz sat down and observed the rest of the fight. She would not push herself further for a mock battle. There were many aspects of her ability to discover, but she disliked the thought of rushing the process.<br/><br/>With a yawn she lied down, making an odd squeaking sound as she stretched her back and closed her eyes. She focused her mind, threads stretching outwards, further and further, sensing the environment around her. As if she were using numerous sensitive whiskers, spun from her own energy, Ritz created a wide range of awareness. For a moment she frowned, slightly frustrated as she once again realised her abilities were useless in a pinch. She needed to embed them in her mind, like a natural, ingrained response.<br/><br/>Practise. More practise was needed.<br/><br/>Just as she had regained her focus after that brief moment of inner reflection, a nauseating sound overcame her. With an agonising scream she reached for her ears, preventing the sound from coursing through her body and wreaking havoc on her stomach and senses. Angrily, she looked at the fight and saw the source, a boy caught in his own spell.<span style=""font-style: italic"">What a useless ability.</span>He pointed to the instructor, hoping someone would benefit from his spell. Ritz eyebrows sunk down in a disappointed, apathetic gaze, wishing Alfenn would lose consciousness and let her rest in peace and serenity."
10634,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=275,2015-04-11T01:26:00,Zarkenis Ultima,"Still afflicted by the spell of Alfenn's hideous song, though maintaining some control over himself and his body, the professor stood by as he sensed his surroundings, understanding what the purpose of the song had been. He had indeed been correct in suspecting that the young man was attempting to weaken him so that another student would be able to land a blow on him at last, but, to put it bluntly, he hadn't expected so many of them to launch a coordinated attack. There were five students in total, all of them charging towards him at once. The first, propelled forward by powerful spells, with her blade drawn and pointed towards him. The second, swinging a whip at him and sending tendrils of energy at him to restrain him. Another was approaching him cautiously in order to get a good strike at him. A fourth one propelled herself with a jet of water. And the last of the five had merely chosen to go on a mad, reckless charge in order to swing his blade in his direction.<br/><br/>Xan sensed all of this, and time seemed to slow down in his mind. He tried to move, but alas, his feet were bound to the ground through some spell, likely the magic of the girl who controlled water. He felt his hand, still trembling due to the effects of the young man's song, and calculated that he would only be able to block one attack or two, at most, while the others would end up striking him, as he was unable to move. Thus, he understood, there was only one thing he could do.<br/><br/>All of these things had been processed by his mind rather quickly, and so he began muttering words of power with astounding swiftness, using Antares to block and deflect Vynaria's blade, moving her aside and causing her to rocket right past him without delivering any damage. Then, before the other four students could strike at him, he muttered the last word of his spell, and a powerful shockwave surged forth from his body, sending the students flying off and away from him, destroying the ice encasing his feet and deflecting the tendrils of energy that Jonran had sent after him. Xan then waited for a moment, and, sensing that everyone was alright and on their feet, he dismissed Antares, sending back to its hyperspace storage as he motioned for the students to line up together once again.<br/><br/>""You have forced my hand, children."" He said to the students with his ever-present impassible voice, pausing for a moment before continuing. ""Well done.""<br/><br/>After that, he slowly paced through the room to the first student who had attempted to strike at him. ""You are strong, but you are careless in how you use your strength. Your attacks are also predictable to someone who has seen you fight before."" He said to the girl with coral red hair. Elsis frowned and opened her mouth, as if to say something, but then thought better of it. She was not keen on talking back to an instructor, after all, and truth be told she did recognize that he had spoken the truth, making a mental note to work on that in the future. Meanwhile, Xan continued walking around the classroom, speaking to the rest of the students in a similar fashion.<br/><br/>""You are far too reckless. You do not think about your actions, and you cannot act and think. If you continue as you are, you will never harm a fly."" He said to Eamonn, before moving onto Ellyn. ""Your attacks are well thought-out and clever, but a bit slow. You need more control. Do work on that distance fighting technique. It will be useful to you."" He stated, and then looked at Alfenn instead. ""You will have to learn how to use your magic without impairing yourself in the process in order to be able to fend for yourself."" He stated. Next, he addressed Jynna and Vynaria. ""You work well together, but you can still improve. One of you is too slow, and the other is not strong enough."" He told them, looking in Niloofar and Mehran's direction next. ""It is never a good idea to engage an enemy in terrain unknown to you and familiar to them."" He advised. The following second he was looking at Ritz. ""Your attacks are swift and your power keen, but there is very little a naked hand can do by itself to a blade."" He stated, and moved on to address Rystan next. ""You fight well, but you rely too much on your magic and take too many things for granted when planning your attacks. That is not a mistake you want to make during a true battle."" He warned. Then, at the end, he regarded Jonran with a passing glance. ""Participate more."" He said plainly.<br/><br/>Finally, he stood in front of all the students, some distance away from them. ""That will be enough for today. Class dismissed."" He said simply, nodding once, though it seemed as if he was nodding at someone behind the students, rather than at them. If they were to turn back now, they would undoubtedly notice several aspirants standing near the walls next to the door of the field, watching them intently, the guides of the A-23 group among them.<br/><br/>Now done imparting his current class, Xan merely walked back to the center of the room and sat down, now seemingly deep in meditation."
10635,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=275,2015-04-12T09:56:00,Atlannia,"<span style=""font-style: italic"">A shockwave, I suppose I should have anticipated something like that</span>thought Alfenn, standing up and rubbing his temples. He supposed forcing the Professor to use something he hadn't intended to was a sort of success but he couldn't help but feel disappointed. He took the advice the Professor gave with a neutral expression, although he thought it slightly odd. Most of his spells didn't impair his own abilities, it was really only the harpy song and he didn't go out of his way to use that one.<span style=""font-style: italic"">I wonder if there is a way to cast it safely, Father might know...</span>Really though Alfenn was more concerned with the failure of his warning, he hadn't intended for anyone else to be caught in the effects and the expressions on a select few of his classmates' faces told him he hadn't exactly made himself any friends. Alfenn cleared his throat.<br/><br/>""It should have cleared up by now but if anyone's still feeling nauseous or dizzy from my ahem, song, I can fix that for you, just gather around me it will only take a moment,"""
10636,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=275,2015-04-16T07:26:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Atlannia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24184271#p24184271"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-style: italic"">A shockwave, I suppose I should have anticipated something like that</span> thought Alfenn, standing up and rubbing his temples. He supposed forcing the Professor to use something he hadn't intended to was a sort of success but he couldn't help but feel disappointed. He took the advice the Professor gave with a neutral expression, although he thought it slightly odd. Most of his spells didn't impair his own abilities, it was really only the harpy song and he didn't go out of his way to use that one. <span style=""font-style: italic"">I wonder if there is a way to cast it safely, Father might know...</span> Really though Alfenn was more concerned with the failure of his warning, he hadn't intended for anyone else to be caught in the effects and the expressions on a select few of his classmates' faces told him he hadn't exactly made himself any friends. Alfenn cleared his throat.<br/><br/>""It should have cleared up by now but if anyone's still feeling nauseous or dizzy from my ahem, song, I can fix that for you, just gather around me it will only take a moment,""</div></blockquote><br/>Jyn was still standing, though looked pretty rough. ""Me..."" She managed, stumbling a bit before walking towards Alfenn. Though she was still effected by it rather badly, she could still move about and talk, which was a testament to her endurance and willpower. Though perhaps had she been more aware of her surroundings this could have been avoided. She did manage to take in the proffessors advice. She needed to be faster, a problem she had encountered in the duel earlier. She supposed she could take advice from her sister, seeing as she had to improve her strength, and they could both work together. Still, she had a wierd niggling feeling about that... She wanted to with all her heart, but she thought back to her suspicions, though baseless, that had taken root in her mind."
10637,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=275,2015-04-17T00:55:00,Atlannia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24228950#p24228950"">wrote</a>:</cite>Jyn was still standing, though looked pretty rough. ""Me..."" She managed, stumbling a bit before walking towards Alfenn. Though she was still effected by it rather badly, she could still move about and talk, which was a testament to her endurance and willpower. Though perhaps had she been more aware of her surroundings this could have been avoided. She did manage to take in the proffessors advice. She needed to be faster, a problem she had encountered in the duel earlier. She supposed she could take advice from her sister, seeing as she had to improve her strength, and they could both work together. Still, she had a wierd niggling feeling about that... She wanted to with all her heart, but she thought back to her suspicions, though baseless, that had taken root in her mind.<br/></div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Ah of course,"" said Alfenn quickly as the girl approached him. Her two siblings had, by the sounds of it taken advantage of his plan but it looked as though...Jynna? He thought, seemed to have taken the full force of his spell. She looked in bad shape, stumbling and rather pale.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Though still rather striking through all of that</span>He thought, before dismissing the thought and taking a step towards her and extended his hand to begin generating energy again. This time the sound it emitted was far less unpleasant, a soft, melodious humming that seemed to bounce around one's skull in an odd but not uncomfortable way. The sound lasted for only a few seconds before fading away and as his work was done Alfenn realised that he had gotten quite close to her without really meaning to. He stepped away quite suddenly and coughed to clear his throat. ""You should be fine now, I am sorry for any uh... inconvenience,"""
10638,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=300,2015-04-17T01:20:00,Kassaran,"As Rystan had been carried away by the Professor's sudden movement, a faint smile appeared on his lips. It was quickly replaced by a grimace as he hit the ground, but with all of his energy depleted, he didn't try to roll out of it. Letting his bodily control go, he simply slammed wetly into the ground and slid the remaining meter to a stop before picking himself up again. That's when it happened.<br/><br/>He knew it had been coming, but he hadn't expected it to be anything like this. If it weren't for his training against sonic noise jamming, particularly harmful auditory magic used on his home-planet, he'd likely would have been knocked right back down and forced into a fetal position. He knew he certainly wanted to do so though as he struggled to get to his knees, only to brace against the Professor's response to the student's all-out attack. The effects of the powerful shockwave were not lost on Rystan in his weakened state as he slowly struggled to his feet. Stumbling again, he dropped back to a knee as his attempt to stand was thwarted.<br/><br/>Just like that though, it was all over. Within the minute, the Professor had reprimanded each one of them, or moreover pointed out to them their flaws. Rystan held his head high, just as he always had done before as the Professor informed him of his own flaw, the tendency to rely on his magic too much. That was perhaps the only part he heard. He knew he had taken for granted many things in the battle, but they had been based off limitations the Professor had obviously set. Perhaps they hadn't been so much exploits as indeed true limitations. If he had to resort to exploiting weak spots, was he any better a fighter? He still had been beaten, but was being able to take advantage of an enemy's flaws and perceived weak points in battle so bad here?<br/><br/>He let this thought drift to the back of his head as he simply nodded and slid his two blades -both deactivated- but still present, into the small rifts in space opened by the two beacons hanging at his hips. The small wafers of Redemit technology were near infinitely useful and he noted this as he let the two blades be tucked away into hyperstorage. Walking slowly across the room, he cast a single look towards the teacher now at the back, sitting in what he perceived to be near-meditation if it wasn't already. It was, perhaps, the most awe-inspiring sight he'd seen. The raw power of the old ones back home never even came near to reaching what he had witnessed today. Even more so, he had his suspicions that he had indeed seen but a fraction of the teacher's power.<br/><br/>He now however wondered what the next class would be like, would this unorthodox means of teaching be reciprocated, or would it fall into something more like the traditional role of education Rystan had received. His face fell and he walked towards the exit to the room, waiting for the guides to lead him on."
10639,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=300,2015-04-17T05:59:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Atlannia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24237929#p24237929"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24228950#p24228950"">wrote</a>:</cite>Jyn was still standing, though looked pretty rough. ""Me..."" She managed, stumbling a bit before walking towards Alfenn. Though she was still effected by it rather badly, she could still move about and talk, which was a testament to her endurance and willpower. Though perhaps had she been more aware of her surroundings this could have been avoided. She did manage to take in the proffessors advice. She needed to be faster, a problem she had encountered in the duel earlier. She supposed she could take advice from her sister, seeing as she had to improve her strength, and they could both work together. Still, she had a wierd niggling feeling about that... She wanted to with all her heart, but she thought back to her suspicions, though baseless, that had taken root in her mind.<br/></div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Ah of course,"" said Alfenn quickly as the girl approached him. Her two siblings had, by the sounds of it taken advantage of his plan but it looked as though...Jynna? He thought, seemed to have taken the full force of his spell. She looked in bad shape, stumbling and rather pale. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Though still rather striking through all of that</span> He thought, before dismissing the thought and taking a step towards her and extended his hand to begin generating energy again. This time the sound it emitted was far less unpleasant, a soft, melodious humming that seemed to bounce around one's skull in an odd but not uncomfortable way. The sound lasted for only a few seconds before fading away and as his work was done Alfenn realised that he had gotten quite close to her without really meaning to. He stepped away quite suddenly and coughed to clear his throat. ""You should be fine now, I am sorry for any uh... inconvenience,""</div></blockquote><br/>Jyn let out a relieved sigh, her body and mind feeling much better without that infernal melody in her head. She really wished someone had warned her about that before hand. ""No need to apologize, you did what you thought was best in battle and I didn't have the awareness to be able to tell you were planning that. The fault is mine that I didn't adjust."" She smiled at Alfenn, then that smile faded somewhat as she realized she didn't know him all that well. ""Sorry... I don't think we've met."" She said, cracking her knuckles and head then extending a hand to him in friendliness. She didn't even noticed he was invading her personal space. ""I'm Jynna. Thanks for the help there. I hope I'm able to repay that favour later on somehow. You're... Alfenn right? Please say yes."" She didn't want to have already made a mistake with his name. He seemed nice and for some reason she found herself wanting to make a decent impression."
10640,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=300,2015-04-17T07:49:00,Atlannia,"""That's right,"" said Alfenn extending his own hand to shake hers. It was well formed, smaller than his and softer but the grip was surprisingly strong. He pulled his gaze from her hand and it travelled upwards, meeting a warm smile and honest, inviting eyes. Alfenn swallowed, it was a smile that was unfamiliar to him, totally without guile or cruelty. ""And you're Jynna if I recall correctly. You don't need to feel like you owe me any favours though, I should at least be able to clean up my own messes,"" Alfenn trailed off and withdrew his hand, his cheeks starting to heat up. ""We should perhaps leave, it looks as though the next class is about to start,"" he said, pointing at the gathering of ascendants and nodding slightly at their guides ""Maybe they'll have better luck than we did,"" he added with a wry smile."
10641,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=300,2015-04-17T08:04:00,Esternial,"<blockquote><div><cite>Zarkenis Ultima <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24168267#p24168267"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Your attacks are swift and your power keen, but there is very little a naked hand can do by itself to a blade.""</div></blockquote><br/>Though certainly insightful, Ritz barely heard the professor's comment. She nodded in response, but it seemed more of an automatic reaction than a conscious one, something she cultivated throughout years of actively trying not to pay attention and travel around within the expanse of her own mind. Ritz was a very brilliant young woman, but with a little more devotion should could reach so much higher.<br/><br/>Though, for some reason, the words managed to register this time. Bare hands were indeed a handicap, but what if she had a weapon that could compliment her combat style? Better yet, what if she could make her bare hands as durable as a blade of pure energy with nought but her own power? She would reflect on this, perhaps. At some point. Later. Maybe.<br/><br/>Still lying down, the young student finished counteracting the effects of the harpy song through her own means. Slowly she got back on her feet and took notice of their guides. She stared at them, for longer than would be comfortable, before slowly lifting one hand and waving."
10642,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=300,2015-04-17T08:22:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Atlannia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24239801#p24239801"">wrote</a>:</cite>""That's right,"" said Alfenn extending his own hand to shake hers. It was well formed, smaller than his and softer but the grip was surprisingly strong. He pulled his gaze from her hand and it travelled upwards, meeting a warm smile and honest, inviting eyes. Alfenn swallowed, it was a smile that was unfamiliar to him, totally without guile or cruelty. ""And you're Jynna if I recall correctly. You don't need to feel like you owe me any favours though, I should at least be able to clean up my own messes,"" Alfenn trailed off and withdrew his hand, his cheeks starting to heat up. ""We should perhaps leave, it looks as though the next class is about to start,"" he said, pointing at the gathering of ascendants and nodding slightly at their guides ""Maybe they'll have better luck than we did,"" he added with a wry smile.</div></blockquote><br/>She frowned slightly. ""Don't be so hard on yourself. We're all still learning here."" She replied, feeling that Alfenn was being a little too pessimistic with his performance. ""I mean, knocking out the professors sense of hearing was a good idea. Like he said, You just need to make sure it doesn't backfire next time to hurt your team or yourself."" She encouraged. ""I mean, I didn't do half as much as you. I got two swings off at him, both of which he pushed back with ease. You managed to put the teacher off balance. That's quite the feat all things considered.""<br/><br/>She then heard how he said that they should leave and nodded. ""Yeah, probably. I do hope they do well at least."" She replied with a warm smile. ""What do you think we're going to do after this? More classes?"""
10643,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=300,2015-04-17T12:19:00,Zarkenis Ultima,"As he continued to approach the exit, Rystan would find himself stopped by a gentle but firm hand that was placed on his shoulder.<br/><br/>""Hey, buddy. What's with the long face? You did well over there."" Arcander said kindly to the student, who seemed to have a look of disappointment on his face. Now, the white-haired aspirant found this completely understandable, he had gone through a very similar situation during his first year as a student in the Silver Hand Academy, though then again, he hadn't done nearly as well, since he didn't have nearly as much experience with fighting back then as he did now, not to mention that a good deal of his skillset was oriented towards support and defense, in stark contrast to other students whose speciality was pure offense.<br/><br/>However, none of that mattered now. He understood why someone might feel disappointed after that class, but he also didn't want it to be that way. He was certain many of them had given their best effort so he wanted to cheer them up if he could.<br/><br/>""I saw you fight him. We arrived a bit before Ritz's final attack, so we saw your attempt to hit him. You did very well."" Arcander repeated.<br/><br/>""Indeed, you fought quite well, even though you were matched against someone vastly superior in both power and skill."" Aressa chimed in, nodding at the student. ""It is only natural that he was able to fight off the attacks of you recruits with ease, and even then, you forced his breath a little. That is an impressive feat considering the man you were sparring against."" She continued, and then grinned. ""And in any case, you certainly did better than Arcander here."" She remarked teasingly.<br/><br/>""Oh, I'm sorry, shall I tell Rystan about the story of the cute helpless redhead I had to save during our third year excursion?"" Arcander replied in a level tone, smiling to himself as he looked around, noticing Ritz and waving back at her. Aressa, meanwhile, grimaced and turned back to Rystan to change the topic of conversation.<br/><br/>""Anyway, that was the last class for the day, so you and the others will have some time to yourselves now."" The redhead stated. ""I'm curious, though, what did you think of Professor Xan?"" She asked afterwards, wondering what kind of first impression he had made on these students."
10644,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=300,2015-04-17T19:50:00,Wolfenium,"<blockquote><div><cite>Zarkenis Ultima <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24242340#p24242340"">wrote</a>:</cite>As he continued to approach the exit, Rystan would find himself stopped by a gentle but firm hand that was placed on his shoulder.<br/><br/>""Hey, buddy. What's with the long face? You did well over there."" Arcander said kindly to the student, who seemed to have a look of disappointment on his face. Now, the white-haired aspirant found this completely understandable, he had gone through a very similar situation during his first year as a student in the Silver Hand Academy, though then again, he hadn't done nearly as well, since he didn't have nearly as much experience with fighting back then as he did now, not to mention that a good deal of his skillset was oriented towards support and defense, in stark contrast to other students whose speciality was pure offense.<br/><br/>However, none of that mattered now. He understood why someone might feel disappointed after that class, but he also didn't want it to be that way. He was certain many of them had given their best effort so he wanted to cheer them up if he could.<br/><br/>""I saw you fight him. We arrived a bit before Ritz's final attack, so we saw your attempt to hit him. You did very well."" Arcander repeated.<br/><br/>""Indeed, you fought quite well, even though you were matched against someone vastly superior in both power and skill."" Aressa chimed in, nodding at the student. ""It is only natural that he was able to fight off the attacks of you recruits with ease, and even then, you forced his breath a little. That is an impressive feat considering the man you were sparring against."" She continued, and then grinned. ""And in any case, you certainly did better than Arcander here."" She remarked teasingly.<br/><br/>""Oh, I'm sorry, shall I tell Rystan about the story of the cute helpless redhead I had to save during our third year excursion?"" Arcander replied in a level tone, smiling to himself as he looked around, noticing Ritz and waving back at her. Aressa, meanwhile, grimaced and turned back to Rystan to change the topic of conversation.<br/><br/>""Anyway, that was the last class for the day, so you and the others will have some time to yourselves now."" The redhead stated. ""I'm curious, though, what did you think of Professor Xan?"" She asked afterwards, wondering what kind of first impression he had made on these students.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Limping a bit over the sudden force attack, Mehran really did not have much to comment about him. Taking off his shades for a clearer view, he merely mumbled, ""quiet, almost lacking in any kind of personality. Don't think it impairs his teaching ability, I hope. Not much else I can say, really.""<br/><br/>The defeat kind of stung him a bit. However, he jumped in knowing the whole class was probably going to be outmatched anyway. His experimenting did rub himself the wrong way. After all, he probably fared worse than Xan in Niloofar's fog screen than without it. Niloofar... well, she never did much at all. Her glow had vanished already. In her honesty, she felt a bit half-hearted to fight at all.<br/><br/>Eamonn... never budged, lying on the floor exhausted as he stared up at the ceiling. Xan's words haunted him quite a bit, not because they were not helpful, but because he had heard it before. To his dismay, he could tell he had regressed in skill. But he dared not admit why. He felt he would rather not use the skills of a person he loathed.<br/><br/>Getting up, he walked up to the aspirants, his ego visibly blown. His eyes avoiding contact nervously, he grunted, ""umm... Senior Brightshield, Senior Alister... If it's alright, may I speak with the professor for a moment? Or if he's busy, is there anyone I may speak to? It's... private.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Please!</span>""<br/><br/>Surprisingly, the lad bowed right in front of them, his torso arching forward as if desperate for answers. Rather uncharacteristic, given his rather sour showing, but he appeared willing to choke on humble pie if he could get his burdens off his chest. He had to find out, but he could not help but worry what kind of answers he would get."
10645,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=300,2015-04-18T07:58:00,Kassaran,"Looking up slightly confused as to what the upperclassmen was saying, he shook it off as he realized it was common for people to mistake his thinking posture for a simply sad or depressed posture. His appearance for some reason was exceptionally sad. He smiled faintly as he listened to the witty banter between the two upperclassmen. Maybe one day he could have that, but until then, he needed to work hard. HE needed to make sure he could help others. He had to or else what reason was there to live anyways? He cast a look now in surprise at the other student whom had suddenly broken into a bow before the upperclassmen begging to be tutored from what Rystan could tell."
10646,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=300,2015-04-18T09:02:00,Atlannia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24240111#p24240111"">wrote</a>:</cite>She frowned slightly. ""Don't be so hard on yourself. We're all still learning here."" She replied, feeling that Alfenn was being a little too pessimistic with his performance. ""I mean, knocking out the professors sense of hearing was a good idea. Like he said, You just need to make sure it doesn't backfire next time to hurt your team or yourself."" She encouraged. ""I mean, I didn't do half as much as you. I got two swings off at him, both of which he pushed back with ease. You managed to put the teacher off balance. That's quite the feat all things considered.""<br/><br/>She then heard how he said that they should leave and nodded. ""Yeah, probably. I do hope they do well at least."" She replied with a warm smile. ""What do you think we're going to do after this? More classes?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""I wonder..."" trailed off Alfenn, considering Jynna's words and those of the teacher. ”To hold the hilt is to hold the blade,"" he murmured, his normally furrowed brow furrowing still further. ""It's an old saying my Father is fond of,"" he added quickly, hoping to cover the fact that he had been blatantly talking to himself. ""It means something like, 'in war there are always casualties' or 'to fight you have to be willing to be hurt'. Father used to say that to go to war with the intention of losing nothing is a sure way to lose everything,"" Alfenn smiled again although there was a bitter edge to it this time. ""That's how I was taught to fight, taught to plan,"" It was how he'd won his tabletop game the other day, b sacrificing his weakened units to create an opening, those little figures had had no chance of victory or even survival on their own, the parameters of the game simply did not contain that outcome, to play with the goal of saving them would have simply been to cause their deaths and lose the match.<br/><br/>Of course sacrificing tabletop miniatures was fairly easy and sacrificing living allies were turning out to be entirely different matters, particularly when they had long, golden hair and friendly smiles and deep, blue... Alfenn was getting distracted again. He rubbed his temples and met Jynna's gaze with a fresh, more sincere smile although it was still oddly crooked. ""You're right though. As near as I can tell we did reasonably well for our position and what's more I believe this is our last class of the day so we have a little free time. We should be celebrating,""<br/><br/>After he spoke he looked past Jynna to where Eammon was displaying some uncharacteristic behaviour, at least it was certainly a different side to the attitude he had shown during class. That boy was still something of an enigma and the possibility of finding out more about him was tempting enough to consider eavesdropping. HE dismissed the thought almost as soon as it occurred though. For one he was certain the professor would have some means of detecting such an endeavour and although making any certain conclusions about the reticent Professor was difficult Alfenn was confident such a transgression would not be taken kindly.<br/><br/>""Shall we go?"" he asked Jynna, glancing over at the conversation taking place once more to emphasise his point."
10647,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=300,2015-04-18T10:49:00,Zarkenis Ultima,"""Oh,<span style=""font-style: italic"">trust me</span>, his teaching ability is not impaired at all."" Aressa remarked after hearing Mehran's comments about the teacher. She could certainly understand where he was coming from when he mentioned his apparent 'lack of personality', his actions certainly didn't seem to give his students much insight into what went on inside that head of his and his actions were always measured and controlled. ""He may be quiet, but he has taught me nearly as many things about combat and weaponry as my own father."" She stated afterwards. ""I'm sure his teachings will be useful to you as well.""<br/><br/>However, before she could continue speaking, both she and Arcander turned away from their students and towards Eamonn, who approached them with a rather nervous look, his eyes and theirs never meeting. The two of them listened to his request, knowing something was wrong from the moment he addressed them so respectfully, but saying nothing as they listened to him. He was clearly distraught about something, as he was basically pleading, and the bow he made afterwards did not help dispell their suspicion that something was very wrong with Eamonn at the moment.<br/><br/>""Stand up, recruit."" Arcander instructed. ""If there is something troubling you, or something you would like to talk about, you can always tell us about it. We are your guides, we are meant to help you and we will respect your request for privacy."" He explained, before glancing at Xan, meditating at the center of the room. ""However, if you'd prefer to speak to the professor, you are free to do so as well. This was his last group for the day, so he's free at the moment. Just approach him and speak to him if you wish to. He is not a rude man."" He stated.<br/><br/>Allowing Arcander to handle that situation for now, Aressa merely nodded at Eamonn as her partner said that he was free to contact either of them if something ever came up, and then turned back to Rystan. ""As I said earlier,"" She said, clearing her throat for a moment. ""you're free for now. You can do some training in one of the arenas or attend to specialized combat classes, or you could head over to the club area and work on any extracurricular activities you find interesting, and of course, you're free to head up and grab something to eat as well. Just remember about the curfew, and you should be fine."" She said to the student, loud enough so that the other recruits of her group would hear."
10648,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=300,2015-04-19T06:25:00,Esternial,"<blockquote><div><cite>Zarkenis Ultima <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24253045#p24253045"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Oh, <span style=""font-style: italic"">trust me</span>, his teaching ability is not impaired at all."" Aressa remarked after hearing Mehran's comments about the teacher. She could certainly understand where he was coming from when he mentioned his apparent 'lack of personality', his actions certainly didn't seem to give his students much insight into what went on inside that head of his and his actions were always measured and controlled. ""He may be quiet, but he has taught me nearly as many things about combat and weaponry as my own father."" She stated afterwards. ""I'm sure his teachings will be useful to you as well.""<br/><br/>However, before she could continue speaking, both she and Arcander turned away from their students and towards Eamonn, who approached them with a rather nervous look, his eyes and theirs never meeting. The two of them listened to his request, knowing something was wrong from the moment he addressed them so respectfully, but saying nothing as they listened to him. He was clearly distraught about something, as he was basically pleading, and the bow he made afterwards did not help dispell their suspicion that something was very wrong with Eamonn at the moment.<br/><br/>""Stand up, recruit."" Arcander instructed. ""If there is something troubling you, or something you would like to talk about, you can always tell us about it. We are your guides, we are meant to help you and we will respect your request for privacy."" He explained, before glancing at Xan, meditating at the center of the room. ""However, if you'd prefer to speak to the professor, you are free to do so as well. This was his last group for the day, so he's free at the moment. Just approach him and speak to him if you wish to. He is not a rude man."" He stated.<br/><br/>Allowing Arcander to handle that situation for now, Aressa merely nodded at Eamonn as her partner said that he was free to contact either of them if something ever came up, and then turned back to Rystan. ""As I said earlier,"" She said, clearing her throat for a moment. ""you're free for now. You can do some training in one of the arenas or attend to specialized combat classes, or you could head over to the club area and work on any extracurricular activities you find interesting, and of course, you're free to head up and grab something to eat as well. Just remember about the curfew, and you should be fine."" She said to the student, loud enough so that the other recruits of her group would hear.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Free.</span>That was all Ritz needed to hear.<br/><br/>""In that case I'll be on my way"" She replied with a smile, arching backward and doing a handstand. She bent her arms and pushed herself off from the ground, gaining enough momentum to twist around mid-air and land with her back facing the group and towards the door.<br/><br/>""I'll be in the top floor gardens if anyone needs me."" The young woman added, briefly turning her head, before leaving the indoor training field and paving her way upstairs. It was a nice day, so plenty of other students where out to reap the benefits of the good weather. Finding a quiet spot would be a challenge. The small oasis of green she spent her first day on was already occupied, unfortunately, by several other students that wanted to enjoy the shade there. Luckily, the gardens were more than big enough. This time, Ritz found a quiet spot at the very edge of the gardens, a towering statue looking over it. She didn't question its presence on top of a modern structure like the academy, and threw herself down in the grass, spreading her limbs and enjoying its touch, the corners of her mouth crawling upwards into a satisfied smile."
10649,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=300,2015-04-19T07:14:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Atlannia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24251940#p24251940"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24240111#p24240111"">wrote</a>:</cite>She frowned slightly. ""Don't be so hard on yourself. We're all still learning here."" She replied, feeling that Alfenn was being a little too pessimistic with his performance. ""I mean, knocking out the professors sense of hearing was a good idea. Like he said, You just need to make sure it doesn't backfire next time to hurt your team or yourself."" She encouraged. ""I mean, I didn't do half as much as you. I got two swings off at him, both of which he pushed back with ease. You managed to put the teacher off balance. That's quite the feat all things considered.""<br/><br/>She then heard how he said that they should leave and nodded. ""Yeah, probably. I do hope they do well at least."" She replied with a warm smile. ""What do you think we're going to do after this? More classes?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/> ""I wonder..."" trailed off Alfenn, considering Jynna's words and those of the teacher. ”To hold the hilt is to hold the blade,"" he murmured, his normally furrowed brow furrowing still further. ""It's an old saying my Father is fond of,"" he added quickly, hoping to cover the fact that he had been blatantly talking to himself. ""It means something like, 'in war there are always casualties' or 'to fight you have to be willing to be hurt'. Father used to say that to go to war with the intention of losing nothing is a sure way to lose everything,"" Alfenn smiled again although there was a bitter edge to it this time. ""That's how I was taught to fight, taught to plan,"" It was how he'd won his tabletop game the other day, b sacrificing his weakened units to create an opening, those little figures had had no chance of victory or even survival on their own, the parameters of the game simply did not contain that outcome, to play with the goal of saving them would have simply been to cause their deaths and lose the match. <br/><br/>Of course sacrificing tabletop miniatures was fairly easy and sacrificing living allies were turning out to be entirely different matters, particularly when they had long, golden hair and friendly smiles and deep, blue... Alfenn was getting distracted again. He rubbed his temples and met Jynna's gaze with a fresh, more sincere smile although it was still oddly crooked. ""You're right though. As near as I can tell we did reasonably well for our position and what's more I believe this is our last class of the day so we have a little free time. We should be celebrating,"" <br/><br/>After he spoke he looked past Jynna to where Eammon was displaying some uncharacteristic behaviour, at least it was certainly a different side to the attitude he had shown during class. That boy was still something of an enigma and the possibility of finding out more about him was tempting enough to consider eavesdropping. HE dismissed the thought almost as soon as it occurred though. For one he was certain the professor would have some means of detecting such an endeavour and although making any certain conclusions about the reticent Professor was difficult Alfenn was confident such a transgression would not be taken kindly. <br/><br/>""Shall we go?"" he asked Jynna, glancing over at the conversation taking place once more to emphasise his point.</div></blockquote><br/>""Well... That makes sense... even if I don't personally completely agree."" She replied. She was the type that would try to save everyone she could, even if she knew it was impossible. Lives were more important than anything else to her. Still, despite their seemingly slightly differing philosophies on victory, she found herself quite liking this Alfenn guy, ""We<span style=""font-weight: bold"">should </span>be celebrating! We just survived our first day of school. We should suggest something like that to the others! Something that would help bring us all together."" She exclaimed, patting Alfenn on the back with perhaps a little more force than she intended.<br/><br/>""Yes we probably should go,"" She said, then paused, thinking for a moment. ""Umm.... Where are we going exactly?"
10650,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=300,2015-04-20T06:33:00,Atlannia,"""Hmm-ngh-hm!"" coughed Alfenn as Jynna's enthusiastic thumps rocked his frame. As she broke off to consider their next move Alfenn was able to recover. Straightening his collar slightly he adopted a slightly melodramatic thinking posture.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Something that would bring us all together?</span>Alfenn ran quickly through a list of his preferred leisure activities.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Reading<br/>Drinking tea<br/>Reading while drinking tea... none of these are really good group exercises</span><br/>""I'm...not really sure, it's not the sort of thing I usually do,"" Alfenn admitted. ""Perhaps if we all go to the roof top we can get something to eat or drink and see if anyone has any ideas,""<br/>Alfenn recalled suddenly that he had intended to go straight back to his room after classes finished, a certain report remaining irritatingly unread from last night. It seemed Jynna had a flair for getting people to go along with her.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Not that I really mind going along with her </span>thought Alfenn, watching her out of the corner of his eye."
10651,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=300,2015-04-20T06:57:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Atlannia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24274372#p24274372"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Hmm-ngh-hm!"" coughed Alfenn as Jynna's enthusiastic thumps rocked his frame. As she broke off to consider their next move Alfenn was able to recover. Straightening his collar slightly he adopted a slightly melodramatic thinking posture. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Something that would bring us all together?</span> Alfenn ran quickly through a list of his preferred leisure activities. <br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Reading<br/>Drinking tea<br/>Reading while drinking tea... none of these are really good group exercises</span><br/>""I'm...not really sure, it's not the sort of thing I usually do,"" Alfenn admitted. ""Perhaps if we all go to the roof top we can get something to eat or drink and see if anyone has any ideas,"" <br/>Alfenn recalled suddenly that he had intended to go straight back to his room after classes finished, a certain report remaining irritatingly unread from last night. It seemed Jynna had a flair for getting people to go along with her. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Not that I really mind going along with her </span> thought Alfenn, watching her out of the corner of his eye.</div></blockquote><br/>""Well that'll just make it more fun."" She replied, Jyn smiled widely. ""Trust me, they don't call me the fun Ayendor for no reason. I'll make sure we'll have a nice time."" She nodded, determined to have Alfenn have some fun, if not tonight than at some point. She wanted to see if she could get him to laugh or enjoy himself, as he seemed more than a little serious at the moment. ""Roof top it is."" She said, turning around and expecting Alfenn to follow her. ""So. Where do you come from exactly?"" She asked curiously. She liked this guy and wanted to know more about him."
10652,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=300,2015-04-20T11:01:00,Kassaran,"<blockquote><div><cite>Zarkenis Ultima <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24253045#p24253045"">wrote</a>:</cite>Allowing Arcander to handle that situation for now, Aressa merely nodded at Eamonn as her partner said that he was free to contact either of them if something ever came up, and then turned back to Rystan. ""As I said earlier,"" She said, clearing her throat for a moment. ""you're free for now. You can do some training in one of the arenas or attend to specialized combat classes, or you could head over to the club area and work on any extracurricular activities you find interesting, and of course, you're free to head up and grab something to eat as well. Just remember about the curfew, and you should be fine."" She said to the student, loud enough so that the other recruits of her group would hear.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Excuse me for asking Ma'm, but I do wish to inquire as to whether or not you hold an exploration and cartography club here. My goals are mine and they involve such subjects as cartography. I know this Order is quite affluential in that field of study among the Redemit, is it not?"" the question was an old one, it gave Rystan's own technical age away, in spite of his young appearance and yet he found hardly difficult to understand what everyone else was saying. It was all the same, and so he simply let it wash over him as he stood before the two guides waiting for an answer to his own inquiry."
10653,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=300,2015-04-20T17:33:00,Zarkenis Ultima,"Aressa looked at Rystan with some degree of surprise showing through her facial features. ""You didn't find it during the tour yesterday?"" She asked, evidently not having expected a question like Rystan's. She had been under the assumption that all of the students had either found some extracurricular activity that they found satisfactory, or were the type that was going to try to stay away from them for as long as possible unless they were forced. She evidently did not anticipate that some of them might not have found their desired activity during the initial tour, but she supposed that had always been a possibility, simply one that she chose to neglect.<br/><br/>""Well, nevermind. I believe we do have one such club. Here, I'll mark it on your map."" The red-haired aspirant said, snatching from Rystan's uniform the electronic device that served to aid students in finding their way around the Academy and toying a bit with it before giving it back. ""I'm sure you should have no trouble finding it now, since it's on your<span style=""font-style: italic"">map</span>."" She said, winking at him, evidently amused at herself, though she regained her serious demeanor quickly. ""As for your other question, yes, the Phantom Blade is well-known amongst the Lawful Orders for its talented cartographers. It is agreed upon by the rest of the Orders that ours are the most complete and up-to-date maps of the lands beyond the Known Universe, among other such achievements."" She explained, not without a bit of pride, though she kept it well under control. ""So, I certainly hope that the club is everything you expect and more."" She said at last as a way to encourage him to go and find out, smiling briefly at the recruit."
10654,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=300,2015-04-21T09:35:00,Atlannia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24274545#p24274545"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Well that'll just make it more fun."" She replied, Jyn smiled widely. ""Trust me, they don't call me the fun Ayendor for no reason. I'll make sure we'll have a nice time."" She nodded, determined to have Alfenn have some fun, if not tonight than at some point. She wanted to see if she could get him to laugh or enjoy himself, as he seemed more than a little serious at the moment. ""Roof top it is."" She said, turning around and expecting Alfenn to follow her. ""So. Where do you come from exactly?"" She asked curiously. She liked this guy and wanted to know more about him.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Oh R-right,"" answered Alfenn as Jynna took off. He followed her after casting a last glance at the strange situation behind them and found himself rather bemusedly addressing the back of Jynna's head, the girl apparently walking with the same relentless energy she applied to everything else she did.<br/><br/>""Well I suppose I hail from the Charen system,"" Alfenn said in answer to her question, watching curiously as her long, golden hair bounced in time with her gait. ""Technically I was born out of the system but Charen is the centre and heart of the Black Cups and that's where I spent most of my life until coming here,"" Alfenn quickened his pace for a few steps to catch up with Jynna and hold a proper conversation. ""Charen is...hmm, Grey? I think that's apt in a literal sense and more generally, people are fond of saying its chief export is history,"""
10655,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=300,2015-04-21T21:48:00,Wolfenium,"<blockquote><div><cite>Zarkenis Ultima <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24253045#p24253045"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Oh, <span style=""font-style: italic"">trust me</span>, his teaching ability is not impaired at all."" Aressa remarked after hearing Mehran's comments about the teacher. She could certainly understand where he was coming from when he mentioned his apparent 'lack of personality', his actions certainly didn't seem to give his students much insight into what went on inside that head of his and his actions were always measured and controlled. ""He may be quiet, but he has taught me nearly as many things about combat and weaponry as my own father."" She stated afterwards. ""I'm sure his teachings will be useful to you as well.""<br/><br/>However, before she could continue speaking, both she and Arcander turned away from their students and towards Eamonn, who approached them with a rather nervous look, his eyes and theirs never meeting. The two of them listened to his request, knowing something was wrong from the moment he addressed them so respectfully, but saying nothing as they listened to him. He was clearly distraught about something, as he was basically pleading, and the bow he made afterwards did not help dispell their suspicion that something was very wrong with Eamonn at the moment.<br/><br/>""Stand up, recruit."" Arcander instructed. ""If there is something troubling you, or something you would like to talk about, you can always tell us about it. We are your guides, we are meant to help you and we will respect your request for privacy."" He explained, before glancing at Xan, meditating at the center of the room. ""However, if you'd prefer to speak to the professor, you are free to do so as well. This was his last group for the day, so he's free at the moment. Just approach him and speak to him if you wish to. He is not a rude man."" He stated.<br/><br/>Allowing Arcander to handle that situation for now, Aressa merely nodded at Eamonn as her partner said that he was free to contact either of them if something ever came up, and then turned back to Rystan. ""As I said earlier,"" She said, clearing her throat for a moment. ""you're free for now. You can do some training in one of the arenas or attend to specialized combat classes, or you could head over to the club area and work on any extracurricular activities you find interesting, and of course, you're free to head up and grab something to eat as well. Just remember about the curfew, and you should be fine."" She said to the student, loud enough so that the other recruits of her group would hear.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""A-Ah..."" Eamonn muttered, getting up in a tinge of discomfort, ""t... thank you... Excuse me then.""<br/><br/>With that, Eamonn was gone, making a last bow of the head as he proceeded on. Walking towards the meditating professor in the middle of the room, the young lad was not sure whether to disturb him. The aspirants did try to assure him that it was fine to approach him, but he somehow found it rather rude right now. On hindsight, he was a lot more polite than what he let on before. However, he was also conflicted, and certainly blunt about his desire to become a stronger warrior. The one thought that plagued him was that memory, having to face that man again, with the idea of taking his head for his slain friends..."
10656,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=300,2015-04-23T04:02:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Atlannia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24287743#p24287743"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24274545#p24274545"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Well that'll just make it more fun."" She replied, Jyn smiled widely. ""Trust me, they don't call me the fun Ayendor for no reason. I'll make sure we'll have a nice time."" She nodded, determined to have Alfenn have some fun, if not tonight than at some point. She wanted to see if she could get him to laugh or enjoy himself, as he seemed more than a little serious at the moment. ""Roof top it is."" She said, turning around and expecting Alfenn to follow her. ""So. Where do you come from exactly?"" She asked curiously. She liked this guy and wanted to know more about him.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Oh R-right,"" answered Alfenn as Jynna took off. He followed her after casting a last glance at the strange situation behind them and found himself rather bemusedly addressing the back of Jynna's head, the girl apparently walking with the same relentless energy she applied to everything else she did. <br/><br/>""Well I suppose I hail from the Charen system,"" Alfenn said in answer to her question, watching curiously as her long, golden hair bounced in time with her gait. ""Technically I was born out of the system but Charen is the centre and heart of the Black Cups and that's where I spent most of my life until coming here,"" Alfenn quickened his pace for a few steps to catch up with Jynna and hold a proper conversation. ""Charen is...hmm, Grey? I think that's apt in a literal sense and more generally, people are fond of saying its chief export is history,""</div></blockquote><br/>She slowed down a bit as she realized she was leaving Alfenn in the dust. She was as reluctant to have to turn her head all the way around to face him as he was to stare at the back of her head. ""Charen. I think I've heard of it...It sounded pretty much as you described it."" She replied. ""Aethas is where I hail from if you're curious. It's main export is... well everything. It's a trade planet you see..."" She explained. ""Most people come to get rich and stay because they... um... well... didn't."" She said rather bluntly. ""I never really liked it... too cramped. Not enough nature and open spaces really... Though lots of water..."""
10657,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=300,2015-04-26T12:04:00,Atlannia,"""I always wanted there to be more people on Charen, more stories to hear, things to buy or do or see,"" said Alfenn thoughtfully. ""It was supposedly like that in its heyday, a bustling hub for the sector although that was centuries ago, I think it could be like that again with the right hand commanding it,"" Alfenn was silent again, albeit with an ambitious glint in his eye. ""But regardless, Charen isn't a very diverting topic of conversation, it will always be there tomorrow and it will probably be largely the same as well, planets are like that, broadly speaking,""<br/><br/>As the pair of them spoke their conversation carried them through the hallways and towards the rooftop, sometimes straining to hear each other over the chatter buzzing around them. Things were hardly better when they finally reached the restaurant, which was densely packed with other students.<br/><br/>""I suppose we should have expected this,"" sighed Alfenn, surveying the crowd with his usual frown. ""Everyone's done with class and they all want to relax at the same time but I can't see a free table anywh-There!"" he exclaimed suddenly as another group stood up. Immediately several other small groups of students made a beeline for it and, competitive instincts ignited, Alfenn grabbed Jynna's hand and lead her towards the table, determined not to lose. With laser like focus he weaved through the tables, Jynna in tow until he was able to slide into the one of seats at the free table just a few paces ahead of another pair of students, the male of which scowled at him.<br/><br/>""Sorry,"" Alfenn said to him, smiling politely but triumphantly ""I think we've got this one,"" The other pair of students wandered off and Alfenn was able to meet Jynna's eyes. He suddenly realised he'd been rather presumptuous grabbing her hand and cleared his throat awkwardly.<br/><br/>What did you think of our Professor for that last class?"" He asked to restore the mood. He was also genuinely curious to see what Jynna thought about him, she seemed to think quite differently to Alfenn himself ""I couldn't get much of a read on him myself,"""
10658,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=300,2015-04-27T05:08:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Atlannia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24345315#p24345315"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I always wanted there to be more people on Charen, more stories to hear, things to buy or do or see,"" said Alfenn thoughtfully. ""It was supposedly like that in its heyday, a bustling hub for the sector although that was centuries ago, I think it could be like that again with the right hand commanding it,"" Alfenn was silent again, albeit with an ambitious glint in his eye. ""But regardless, Charen isn't a very diverting topic of conversation, it will always be there tomorrow and it will probably be largely the same as well, planets are like that, broadly speaking,"" <br/><br/>As the pair of them spoke their conversation carried them through the hallways and towards the rooftop, sometimes straining to hear each other over the chatter buzzing around them. Things were hardly better when they finally reached the restaurant, which was densely packed with other students.<br/><br/>""I suppose we should have expected this,"" sighed Alfenn, surveying the crowd with his usual frown. ""Everyone's done with class and they all want to relax at the same time but I can't see a free table anywh-There!"" he exclaimed suddenly as another group stood up. Immediately several other small groups of students made a beeline for it and, competitive instincts ignited, Alfenn grabbed Jynna's hand and lead her towards the table, determined not to lose. With laser like focus he weaved through the tables, Jynna in tow until he was able to slide into the one of seats at the free table just a few paces ahead of another pair of students, the male of which scowled at him. <br/><br/>""Sorry,"" Alfenn said to him, smiling politely but triumphantly ""I think we've got this one,"" The other pair of students wandered off and Alfenn was able to meet Jynna's eyes. He suddenly realised he'd been rather presumptuous grabbing her hand and cleared his throat awkwardly. <br/><br/>What did you think of our Professor for that last class?"" He asked to restore the mood. He was also genuinely curious to see what Jynna thought about him, she seemed to think quite differently to Alfenn himself ""I couldn't get much of a read on him myself,""</div></blockquote><br/>""That's what Aethas is like, lots of stories and lots of different people. That story Jon told? He heard it in one of the trader taverns. Though they aren't typically the safest of places... though Aethas as a whole is barely what one would call safe."" She replied. ""He has a talent for sneaking out, and I'd usually be the one to find him before our parents got wind he was out."" She recalled. ""Sorry. Rambling. I tend to do that.""<br/><br/>""Charen actually doesn't seem that b- Hey!"" She said as she let herself be dragged along. Usaully more stable and hard to move, she felt her bulk be carelessly dragged has he went full speed, bumping into other students in the crowded hall. ""Sorry. Oh no... Sorry!"" She repeated, before she found herself stopping with Alfenn. ""Uhh... why did we need to do that?""<br/><br/>Her attention was quickly diverted by the change of subject. ""Well... He seems mysterious...and fairly knowledgable, and very hard to read... though I'm not the best at that. Really the better question is what he thought of us? I mean he must have gotten a decent look at our abilities during that fight."""
10659,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=300,2015-04-29T23:16:00,Zarkenis Ultima,"The blindfolded swordsman did not look up at Eamonn as the volatile young man approached him, though his arrival did not go unnoticed. Several moments passed as the recruit's uncertainty prevented him from addressing the professor, but after a while of this, Xan himself decided to address the student. They talked for a bit, and then, at the end of the conversation, the professor stood up and left, having little reason to remain in the stadium any longer, as he was perfectly able to meditate elsewhere. With long, slow strides, the master swordsman left the room, leaving the students to themselves.<br/><br/>Soon, someone decided to seize this opportunity. A group of recruits in fact, who were interested in seeing some of the aspirants display their capabilities, much like the glaive warrior and the swordswoman had done so during the opening of the Silver Games the previous day. Of course, the recruits had already seen those two fight, and so they were not too terribly interested in seeing them fight again, but to see some of the others show them their power unleashed, well, that was an interest that many of the recruits shared. This general feeling caused whispers, and then small talk, and then loud conversations as finally a quite substantial ammount of first-year recruits began petitioning their guides to have a sparring match or, alternatively, see if they could make someone else have a sparring match. This went on for a while, until eventually the quite amused aspirants made a decision.<br/><br/>After watching Eamonn and Rystan go off, Aressa and Arcander had been relatively distracted, still standing inside the stadium. Their classes, too, were done for the day after all, and while they certainly had a few optional classes they were interested in, as well as some extracurricular activities to tend to, they were not technically<span style=""font-style: italic"">obligated</span>to do anything for the time being. The red-haired aspirant had been busy observing the comings and goings of her charges, leaning against one of the walls near the door that led out of the stadium as she watched, noticing with some satisfaction how some of the recruits from her group were getting along remarkably well. The white-haired guide, on the other hand, was busy talking to some of his acquaintances and killing some time, not particularly eager to leave the stadium without Aressa. Thus, the two of them were understandably surprised when a pale-skinned girl with piercing green eyes approached them, straight locks of black hair cascading down to her neck. The same aspirant that had fought in the opening match of the Silver Games, called Eleasir by the blindfolded swordsman.<br/><br/>""Ah, Shanath. Did you need something?"" Aressa inquired of the pale woman, somewhat curious by the assertive manner in which she approached both her and Arcander, who quickly turned to the two girls to pay attention to the conversation.<br/><br/>""Alistar. Brightshield."" The woman said in an unusually polite manner, though the two guides did not seem surprised by this at all. ""Many of the recruits present here are interested in seeing the capabilities of a pair of aspirants in action, and the rest of us have agreed that it would make for a very good display of ability if you two were to have a sparring match."" She explained, before smiling a faint smile. ""I would volunteer, but I have already demonstrated my abilities before, so I am afraid I would not be showing the first year recruits anything new."" She excused herself politely, before awaiting for an answer from the two guides.<br/><br/>Aressa and Arcander looked at each other with mild surprise and a bit of indecision, maintaining eye contact for quite a while before Arcander gave a shrug and a sheepish smile. Understanding what this meant, Aressa turned back to Shanath and nodded. ""Well, if the others think that this would benefit the recruits, I see no reason not to."" She said.<br/><br/>The rest happened fairly quickly. In but a few moments, the two guides found themselves standing on the center of the stadium, with the rest of the students present having formed a circle around them, keeping enough distance away from them so as to ensure that nobody would be potentially injured in the wake of a battle between two eight-year aspirants; that is to say, they made sure they were quite far away from the actual fight.<br/><br/>""You know, maybe putting a healer to fight isn't the best of ideas."" Aressa remarked as she summoned her armor, circling around Arcander, who merely chuckled as he too began pacing around, the two of them drawing an imaginary circle at the center of the arena.<br/><br/>""Well, you never know. If anything, it will help me make sure that you're not in too bad a shape once this is over."" The white-haired aspirant said with a lot of confidence, even though he fully expected to be beaten, as his strengths as a knight-mender lied in teamwork, not single combat. He too summoned his armor, preparing to do battle against his partner, if only to sate the curiosity of the younger generation.<br/><br/>However, soon they decided that this was no longer the time for small talk, and so, the two summoned their weapons at last.<br/><br/>""Aska."" The red-haired aspirant uttered, and a powerful saber with a blade made of glowing green energy appeared on her hand.<br/><br/>""Stormkeeper."" The white-haired aspirant called, and in his hands manifested a war hammer, its head coated in white and blue energy.<br/><br/>Ten seconds passed, just like in the Silver Games, and the two sprung to action. Aressa was far nimbler than Arcander, and quite strong too, something that both of them were well aware of. A green flash of light streaked belonging to Aressa's weapon streaked through the battlefield, closing the distance between herself and her opponent in but a fraction of a second, the blurry light reaching out to slash horizontally at Arcander's midsection. The healer had anticipated this, of course, and held his enormous hammer vertically, blocking the attack from Aressa's sword with an energy shield projected by the shaft of the hammer.<br/><br/>However, this did very little to deter the warrior woman, as immediately after her attack was blocked, her blade was already striking from another angle, and then another, and another after that, the swift movement of the blade of light she held in her hands creating the illusion that the saber was in fact deformed and twisted, striking from several points at the same time. Being slower than his opponent, Arcander was hard-pressed to move his hammer into position to block the attacks each instance, barely able to meet them in time. His hammer was losing energy at a rate much faster than Aressa's sword was from the swift strokes she delivered, which would seem quite similar to art to one with eyes keen enough to keep up with such vehement movements. He was going to lose if he was forced to continue acting defensively like this, and he knew it. And yet, he was not concerned of losing too early, as he had a trick up his sleeve. Quietly, he had begun chanting as soon as he was subjected to Aressa's relentless assault, and now, it was time to act.<br/><br/>""Frost Nova!"" He shouted as his chant came to an end, and suddenly, Aressa was nearly completely engulfed in a layer of ice, only her sword and her head sticking out of the frozen prison. Not a moment after the ice was in place, it began to crack, clear sign of the Alistar's struggle against her bonds, but the healer knew this, and, not wasting a single moment, he struck at her torso with a massive swing of his hammer. Naturally, the warrior woman had no way to dodge this attack, but she was able to twist her wrist enough so that her saber was standing inbetween the hammer and her body, somewhat mitigating the damage caused. The blow still shattered the ice prison completely, it still sent her flying quite far back, it still knocked the wind out of her, but it wasn't as bad as could have been. Her sword lost some energy, but in turn, her armor kept some, and if there was something Aressa wasn't too concerned about, it was her sword's energy. She too had tricks up her sleeve after all.<br/><br/>Rolling back to her feet as she landed and summoning back her sword, as it had been sent away from her grip as she was thrown back, Aressa leaped forward, becoming little more than a blur of motion shooting through the air, the mighty jump closing an even greater distance than before in just as little time, the way she held her sword indicating that she was going for an overhead slash. However, before she landed and struck at Arcander once again, her saber vanished.<br/><br/>""Embla!"" The redhead shouted, and suddenly a relatively large battle-axe with blades composed of pure white energy manifested in her hands, replacing the green saber just as she descended on Arcander, the axe striking the shaft of his hammer. It was a brutal strike, carrying a huge momentum that made it that much stronger, and as the blade made contact with the barrier, sparks of energy with all the colors of the rainbow flew everywhere, creating a show of light that would have likely been quite attractive to the students surrounding the battlefield, were it not for the fact that there was a vastly more interesting event happening at the same time. Arcander was grimaced under the helmet, strained under the duress of such a blow, but he did not buckle, standing his ground even as the ground cracked beneath his feet. Taking the first opportunity, he jumped away from her, taking a moment to breath, but such a thing was something she would not allow. Once again, she charged towards him, but this time, Arcander sent the head of his hammer crashing down towards the ground, deactivating the energy around it, leaving only the metal to impact the floor. With such an impact, his opponent was thrown off balance, stumbling slightly and being forced to stop her charge in order to regain her footing. Taking advantage of this, Arcander reached out and sent a fist towards her head, impacting the helmet and causing her to stagger back slightly. With his other hand, he dragged his hammer and swung towards his opponent, once again reaching her, this time striking her side and sending her flying off once again.<br/><br/>This time, however, he did not let up on his assault. Aressa was taking quite a bit of damage, while on the other hand he himself was relatively unscathed, having miraclously managed to block most of her attacks up until now. Taking advantage of this, he jumped towards her and swung his hammer downwards. Aressa dismissed her axe and summoned her saber before raising it, as it was better suited to block attacks, but even then, it lost quite a bit of energy just so it could withstand his blow. She was suffering quite a bit and she knew it, but she did not let this bring her down. No, this only meant that it was time for more drastic measures, she thought as she began to chant.<br/><br/>Once again, Arcander swung at her, but she dodged easily, continuing to do this as Arcander attempted to finish her off with that hammer of his, managing to maintain her concentration on the spell she was casting through it all, resenting that she had to be the one defending this time but knowing it was all for the best. Eventually, Arcander attempted to strike at her again, but this time, she blocked once again instead of dodging, unleashing her spell.<br/><br/>""Blade Soul!"" She shouted at the end of her own chant. Suddenly, the green light of the saber mutated, and the blade of the energy weapon became blood red, its form fluctuating as it seemed to flare, as if engulfed by a flame the color of blood. The weapon became larger, as well, and with this upgrade, Aressa was able to stand against Arcander's hammer more confidently.<br/><br/>""Damn."" Arcander muttered as he quickly pulled back, knowing the danger that the empowered blade represented and knowing that in a struggle of locked weapons, he would lose against that thing. He opted to continue pulling back as he made a quick chant, causing a flash of blinding light to engulf the battlefield for a moment, giving him some time to move away from the warrior woman, futile as it may have been given her speed. Aressa, too, began chanting, and though her focus was momentarily broken by the flash of light, she resumed and soon finished her next spell. If she was already a swift warrior, then this only increased after she used her magic once again. In an instant, she was onto Arcander again, the crimson sword of energy moving even faster than before, this time able to bypass Arcander's frantic defense and strike directly at his armor several times, causing the armor's reserves to go down swiftly. By this point, the white-haired aspirant had resigned himself. With his magic and his hammer, he was able to keep up and even gain an upper hand on her, but there was little he could do when she got like that. He was no duelist, that was for certain, as his strongest ability was that of healing others, which was ill suited towards something such as single combat.<br/><br/>""I yield."" He said at last. At that moment, Aressa stopped her assault and let down her weapon, the red light fading from it before it was dismissed. Arcander, too, dismissed his hammer, and the two then released their armors, now standing in front of each other clad in their white uniforms, both of them panting from the exercise they had just gone through. They merely stood there, staring at each other in silence with smiles on their faces for several moments until a slow clap was heard throughout the room, which soon gave way to a loud symphony of cheering. Still staring at each other, their smiles went wider and the two turned to the crowd, holding hands and bowing in such theatrical manner that left it clear that they enjoyed putting on a good show. The fact that there were no roses to throw around was disappointing, perhaps, but nobody paid any mind to that, with most people clearly having enjoyed the match.<br/><br/>""Well, you put up a better fight than I expected."" She told him, grinning.<br/><br/>""That's because you weren't trying to kill me."" He told her. The two then began heading out of the stadium, exchanging some more friendly banter as they walked. Classes were over, after all. They had the whole day to do whatever they pleased."
10660,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=300,2015-05-04T12:28:00,Zarkenis Ultima,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Cairn 34, Marcuth 4, 1014 AD</span></span><br/><br/>It had been a whole cycle and ten days since the students of the A-23 dorm had arrived at the Silver Hand Academy to receive the finest education in the noble arts of combat and magic in all of the Known Universe and become men and women of skill, of wisdom and of honor. Even though most of their instruction was still ahead of them, it was already becoming apparent what the potential of these students was, what their endeavors would be in the future, and what they could become in due time. The twenty one days that had passed since their arrival had been quite enough time for the students to acquaint themselves with the teachers to a degree, from the daunting but carefree Sapphira to the wise and silent Xan, and all of the instructors inbetween. It had also been enough time for them to mingle with each other, know each other, learn a bit about each other, their stories, their expectations and such. The two guides in particular had been encouraging this, trying to strengthen the bonds between the recruits whenever possible while still giving them time to study, train and tend to their extracurricular activities, which had kicked into full gear during the past cycle. The time for introductions had passed and each club head had made sure that the newcomers knew what they could and could not do, what they should and should not do, and how things worked around the place.<br/><br/>Many other things had happened during the past two cycles around the Academy, of course. The individual dorm groups were called to participate in team battle simulations a few times, with the A-23 group being no exception. The Silver Games were still fresh in the memory of the students, as well, and some of the most notorious participants received a bit more attention than usual, for better or for worse. However, by far the most relevant thing that had happened was the talk about the excursion. It started as only a rumor among the first year students that the Academy would be taking them off-world for a couple of days during the last cycle of Cairn, and whenever the recruits tried to question someone, their elders would simply shrug their shoulders and smile knowingly. Not long after the first of the rumors had begun, Headmaster Augustus himself made an official announcement regarding the excursion, causing quite a bit of hype. Democracy was called upon to determine what the destination would be, and branch-wide elections were held for this purpose. The excursion was the topic of conversation for the longest time, of course, and there were a few cheaters, naturally, as there always were, though they were not enough to turn the tide in their favor.<br/><br/>In the end, the world that was chosen to be the excursion spot of the Northern Branch of the Academy was Cathedral Gladia, a garden world under the control of a foreign Order, renowned for its bountiful landscapes, its colorful flora and its curious fauna. There were plenty of patriots who enjoyed claiming that it simply couldn't compare to the splendor of the Crimson Citadel itself, but the truth was that if one were to compare the two, Gladia would perhaps fare a tad better than Arcadia, as far as sightseeing went. The students of the Northern Branch would be staying there for three days and two nights, able to enjoy the beauty of the land at their leisure before packing up to return to their studies on the dawn of the third day, with guides being constantly reminded that the students of their group would be under their supervision. Naturally, there were a few students who acted as sore losers regarding the whole election, but for the most part, everyone was content and looking forward to the excursion, which was sure to be a blast, in the words of some of the more liberal first year recruits.<br/><br/>Now, twenty one days after the arrival of the first year students to the Academy, and ten days after the excursion was officially announced, the recruits and guides of the A-23 dorm found themselves on a chariot, much like the one that had brought them to the Academy during their first day. They were currently headed to Gladia, with all the luggage they had chosen to carry accompanying them during the trip. It had been a few hours since they departed from the Crimson Citadel, and they were slated to reach Cathedral Gladia soon. Indeed, if one were to look at the transluminic metal sheets that served as the windows of the chariot, one would see the distant green speck in the distant void that was the garden world, their destination. Nary a sound echoed within the wagon of the chariot save for those of the conversations being held inside and the broadcast of an audio device sounding on the background, which was currently informing any and all potential visitors and tourists to be mindful of the archaeological investigation in the area and to remember not to interfere. The two guides had been having a lively conversation with each other, both of them apparently having been to Cathedral Gladia before and both of them having enjoyed it.<br/><br/>The chariot continued approaching and soon, the green speck in the distance grew in size, becoming larger and larger until finally it completely dominated the sight of the students aboard the chariot, assuming they were looking out through the transluminic panels. Soon they descended into the atmosphere, now truly finding themselves within Cathedral Gladia. As they began losing altitude, they would see the splendor of the garden world above and beneath them. Above, endless skies of blue and white, clouds dancing playfully in the atmospheric wind. Beneath, deep oceans of azure, and vast forests of emerald, of sapphire and ruby, stretching out over the hills and through the valleys of the land, spreading their beauty everywhere, even cuddling around the feet of the mountains whose snowy peaks were the only ones to truly escape the wave of color that washed over the land.<br/><br/>Eventually, the chariot touched down on a landing platform set up in the middle of a large plain, composed of two layers of white metal, one held up over the other by large pillars of the same material. As the students trickled out of the chariots, they would notice armed guards from the Order that controlled Cathedral Gladia stationed around the landing platform, evidently there to make sure nothing happened to the chariots of their allies until the students of the Silver Hand were ready to depart.<br/><br/>As the students walked out of the chariots with their luggage in tow, so too did the staff members assigned to take good care of the students of the Northern Branch. Four teachers stepped out of a chariot larger than the rest, and along with them was an assortment of medics, the same medics clad in gray and neon green that had assistend Mehran during the Silver Games, though this time they did not bear their armor, instead simply wearing white robes with verdant trimming, and the symbol of a green flame over a crescent moon, locked within three concentric circles of the same color. Aside from this, however, they looked no different than the students, with the exception that some of these medics looked older than even the aspirants. They were currently hauling some medical equipment out of the chariot, assisted in this by the teachers even as they were carrying their own belongings as well.<br/><br/>""Alright, listen up, students!"" Came a bellowing, deep voice, belonging to a large, imposing man with short red hair and brown eyes, a crimson beard adorning his chin. This man was not one the recruits were all that familiar with, given that he was assigned to teach students from higher classes only, but they had probably seen him around the school now and then, and his black cloak made it evident that he was a teacher as well. Ilkalos was his name Ilkalos Alaris of the Phantom Blade ""We are now in Cathedral Gladia, in the territory of the Order of the Red Dawn. We are their guests now, and I expect you all to be respectful!"" He said, his voice quite a bit louder than necessary, easily able to reach every single student within the landing platform. Next to him, the elder Cyranis chided him for being so awfully loud, her sole eye glaring at him, though the man simply laughed in response to this. The much shorter woman merely shook her head and the two began heading towards the large flight of stairs that led down from the landing platform.<br/><br/>""So where is that eccentric little brother of yours, Sapphira? I expected him to come along with us this time."" The large man mentioned casually as the two walked down the stairs.<br/><br/>""Eccentric?"" The woman replied, chuckling. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">You're</span>calling<span style=""font-style: italic"">him</span>eccentric?"" She said with disbelief, before shaking her head once again. ""Anyway, you know he always stays close to the Headmaster, and the Headmaster has to stay behind to keep managing the school."" She explained, shrugging, the two then continuing to descend.<br/><br/>Still in the landing platform, another member of the staff observed the students, silently counting heads in his own to make sure they were all present, quickly reaching a positive conclusion. This man was long and thin, with a bald head and a bushy black moustache, a pair of shades covering his green eyes. He was the teacher of Magic Theory, Meneas Braxis, and unlike Ilkalos, the recruits were well-acquainted with this one, having received several of his slightly convoluted but insightful classes by now. ""Very well, students, remember that we are to check in at the cliffside resort in an hour."" He stated matter-of-factly, pointing at a nearby cliff, with a large building close to it. There was a path that led up to it not far from the landing platform, and for a Redemit it would not take excessively long to cross the distance, which meant students had a bit of time to mingle if they so wished before heading up to the cliffside resort. ""You are all hereby reminded that aspirants are in possession of maps of the area. Recruits are asked to listen to their guides and avoid straying far from them."" The man finished, before heading down the stairs as well, carrying his baggage with one hand and two white suitcases with the same symbol that the medics bore on their chests in the other. Many of the students began heading towards the hotel after this announcements, while plenty of others stayed behind and conversed a bit before following their teachers, and some others still decided to explore the surrounding area for a bit beffore heading towards the cliff.<br/><br/>Upon stepping out of the chariot, Aressa took a deep breath of the fresh air of Gladia, letting out a long, pleased sigh afterwards and looking all around, at the blue skies, the distant forests, and the grasslands that surrounded the landing platform, covered in flowers of all colors and kinds. ""Oh, I missed this place."" She said, evidently happy to come back, her usual solemn demeanor replaced by an excitement not too dissimilar from that displayed by less serious people of her age. A hand soon posed itself on her shoulder, with Arcander stepping out next to her, carrying his stuff just like she did.<br/><br/>""Save some of that for later. We haven't even stepped out of the platform yet."" The white-haired aspirant said, though it was easy to see that he too was pleased by his surroundings.<br/><br/>Aressa merely nodded to him before turning towards her charges, who had stepped out of the chariot as well. ""So, what do you think?"" She asked of them."
10661,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=300,2015-05-04T18:09:00,Esternial,"It had been an interesting time for Ritz indeed.<br/><br/>During the first cycle of her attendance of the Silver Hand Academy, the young woman began to show signs of blossoming, her indifferent demeanour giving way for a slightly more aspiring character. Both from her fellow students and guidance from her teachers and guides, she acquired a modest drive to improve her abilities, though still at her own pace.<br/><br/>Spending countless hours of meditation - rather than sleeping, Ritz gained more control of her abilities and sought different ways to apply them, even joining an extracurricular class for those seeking to commit themselves to helping others, a crash course to becoming a medic-in-training. Quietly she dreamed of becoming an actual physician, a proper doctor, but applying her skills in combat was good enough for her. She even preferred it. Saving lives and helping others, while not something she openly proclaimed, was one of the few things that could motivate her.<br/><br/>Of course, though a supporting role is crucial, Ritz yearned to be more useful in a pinch, and her prayers were answered by her roommate, Aressa. Directing her to the forging workshop to commission a tool that would fit her perfectly.<br/><br/>With a content smile on her face, she glanced at the metal case standing beside her. She had only used it a couple of times, but having this made her feel more confident.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Esper</span>never truly felt as her weapon, harsh as it may sound, but this -<span style=""font-style: italic"">Atomos</span>- belonged to her and her alone. Her abilities were the key to wielding it's potential.<br/><br/>Ritz had been so lost in her own mind, she didn't even notice where they had just landed. It was amazing. She was literally speechless. The wide expanse of nature was stretched out before her, with vast plains of soft grass and forests that would cast a welcome shade for anyone that entered it. Her mind immediately jumped from the contents of the case and landed snugly into the fluffly cloud of her own imagination, looking forward to experiencing the gifts of nature around her firsthand."
10662,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=300,2015-05-05T20:30:00,Wolfenium,"Reclining on a bench at the far corner of the chairot, Eamonn appeared rather listless and muted of late. If not for the wide eyes starting at the glowing lamp above, people might have mistaken him for napping. But his hands wrapped behind his head like a makeshift pillow, he seemed in deep thought over his arrival to the academy.<br/><br/>'<span style=""font-style: italic"">...It's not up to anyone else to decide what you become,</span>' Xan's words rang in his head, reflected from his meeting with the blind professor, '<span style=""font-style: italic"">that path is yours to map.</span>'<br/><br/>""One of those Koans again,"" he grumbled, getting upright, ""kind of hard to start at all.""<br/><br/>He wanted to believe his advice was helpful, but Eamonn could not shake off his discomfort over going on his own. At the very least, the trainer gave him an alternate path to take, a suggestion if he decided against using aggression to fight.<br/><br/>""Fighting with my mind, huh,"" he mused, ""worth a try.""<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Zarkenis Ultima <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24439541#p24439541"">wrote</a>:</cite>-snip-</div></blockquote><br/><br/>As the announcement came for them to disembark, he quietly turned his attention at the door. The sunlight outside stung him a bit. It seemed a bit bright, and it took a bit for him to adjust. However, as he stepped ou, he could not help but be overwhelmed. The scenery was picturesque, filled with coloured. It reminded him a lot of Eiru's romanticist landscape paintings, celebrating a past bursting with life on a world long dead. It felt almost like a dream to him. He never imagined seeing such a vibrant nature outside his dreams.<br/><br/>""Such a strange smell,"" he went, sneezing suddenly from the floating pollen, ""I thought planets were just dead rocks.""<br/><br/>Clearly, he was wrong to assume, but he was not against being proven wrong for once, wandering aimlessly forward to soak in the scenery.<br/><hr/><br/>""奇麗、"" squealed Niloofar as she slumped face down on the grass, ""it's like a giant greenhouse here, only no glass roof and fake lights.""<br/><br/>Rolling over to gaze at the cyan sky, she seemed bubbly as a child being here, enjoying the landscape around her. However, her brother had a very different take, sporting his shades as he stepped out coldly. He appeared to lack any interest in the excursion. Certainly, the cheery behaviour towards their vacation put him off a bit.<br/><br/>""I don't like slacking,"" he grumbled, ""feels unnerving doing nothing right now.""<br/><br/>""Loosen up a bit, will you,"" went Niloofar with a pout, getting to her feet, ""if you keep stressing about training, you'll burn out. Relax a bit, will you,"" she agitated, massaging his shoulders pretty stiffly, ""won't kill you to have fun.""<br/><br/>Frowning, the lad did not appear to agree. Following her up, he grunted under his breath, ""you call this fun?..."" quite disagreeing with the class on this."
10663,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=325,2015-05-06T21:58:00,Atlannia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Zarkenis Ultima <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24439541#p24439541"">wrote</a>:</cite>[b][u]-sniiiip-</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Alfenn stepped out of the chariot and gave the landscape a cursory scan. He looked like nothing so much as an explorer from some long forgotten period of history, one hand held up to his brow to ward off the sunlight.<br/><br/>""It's certainly pretty,"" he said to Aressa, before craning his neck back towards the chariot. He was looking for Jynna. She had sat with her siblings on the journey over and Alfenn hadn't wanted to intrude. That hadn't stopped her intruding on his thoughts though, he must have read the first sentence of his book over a hundred times, hopelessly distracted. They had spent more time together since their conversation after class, in fact Alfenn found himself bumping into her in all sorts of places, not that he minded of course. In fact he was hoping to spend lots of time with her over the course of this little excursion. An exotic environment and some time alone would be a sure recipe for...something, Alfenn wasn't sure exactly.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Definitely something though</span>he thought, lowering his hand into his pocket and feigning nonchalance."
10664,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=325,2015-05-07T03:21:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Zarkenis Ultima <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24439541#p24439541"">wrote</a>:</cite>-snip-</div></blockquote><br/>""It's... amazing."" Jyn spoke, gasping as she took in the fresh air, the plants, and the flowers. She smiled widely as her eyes danced. She had to resist the urge to explore, a nearly childlike curiosity. She felt a giddy excitement as she nearly resisted a girlish squee at the abundance of wildlife and plantlife on this planet. She wanted to get to know every one of them. ""And this is just the flora... I wonder if I can find any of the fauna!"" She said breathless and high pitched. If there was anything Jyn could claim she was an expert on, it was biology.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Well Jyn's happy. </span>Vyna thought, who was altogether indifferent to this place. Though it looked nice there was really nothing to challenge her mind or stroke her ego. Though she decided to be not so quick to judge. ""Don't leave the group Jyn.""<br/><br/>""I won't... It's just... wonderful..."" She said.<br/><br/>Jon seemed like the sun was sucking what little energy he had usaully, his eyes glaring at the flowers, annoyed at being dragged out to this place. He was like a vampire who was forced to go out in the day. He muttered incoherent complaints under his breath as he was dragged along by his sisters.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Atlannia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24470775#p24470775"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Zarkenis Ultima <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24439541#p24439541"">wrote</a>:</cite>[b][u]-sniiiip-</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Alfenn stepped out of the chariot and gave the landscape a cursory scan. He looked like nothing so much as an explorer from some long forgotten period of history, one hand held up to his brow to ward off the sunlight. <br/><br/>""It's certainly pretty,"" he said to Aressa, before craning his neck back towards the chariot. He was looking for Jynna. She had sat with her siblings on the journey over and Alfenn hadn't wanted to intrude. That hadn't stopped her intruding on his thoughts though, he must have read the first sentence of his book over a hundred times, hopelessly distracted. They had spent more time together since their conversation after class, in fact Alfenn found himself bumping into her in all sorts of places, not that he minded of course. In fact he was hoping to spend lots of time with her over the course of this little excursion. An exotic environment and some time alone would be a sure recipe for...something, Alfenn wasn't sure exactly. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Definitely something though</span> he thought, lowering his hand into his pocket and feigning nonchalance.</div></blockquote><br/>Jyn then noticed Alfenn and smiled even wider, if that was even humanly possible at this point. ""Jon, Vyn excuse me for a moment."" She said, leaving a puzzled Vynaria and a grump Jonran in the dust as she rushed over to Alfenn. The big girl managed to stop her momentum before slamming into the boy, resisting the urge to give him a massive bearhug, she was so giddy that it was kind of hard. ""Hi Alf."" She said, having dubbed him as Alf after a few days of them knowing each other. ""You enjoying yourself as much as I am?! This place is glorious!"" She said, having more energy than she was used to. She could barely contain herself, it was almost comic seeing someone normally so slow and restrained have the energy of a young schoolgirl."
10665,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=325,2015-05-07T04:46:00,Atlannia,"""Well I got off the chariot and that was fine,"" answered Alfenn, smiling crookedly and quietly sucking in a breath, bracing for the anticipated impact. When it didn't come he relaxed. ""So if things keep going the same way it should be perfectly fine excursion,""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Actually that's not entirely true, things just got a lot better than fine. Still not used to being called Alf though.</span><br/><br/>""How did you and your siblings find the trip?"" he asked politely, briefly looking past her to catch sight of Vynaria and Jonran behind her. ""Your brother looks like his usual self,"" Bunking with Jonran had given Alfenn the opportunity to observe that the other boy was nearly always a little moody but travel seemed to irritate him especially, in fact Alfenn sometimes wondered how he was related to Jynna, he still didn't know Vyneria very well but she seemed more reserved so perhaps Jynna was the odd one out. Idly Alfenn thought back to his own brother. They had never really been close, never had the chance as Moren Cortagne was frequently away from home, visiting outposts and leading raids for the order until his death on some heathen backwater.<span style=""font-style: italic"">You left me far too much work brother</span>thought Alfenn<span style=""font-style: italic"">Some advice wouldn't have gone astray</span>with a shake of his head he dismissed the morose line of thought and straightened his smile for Jynna. The Black Cups weren't going to crumble any more than they were already if he took a few days to actually enjoy himself."
10666,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=325,2015-05-07T05:17:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Atlannia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24472449#p24472449"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Well I got off the chariot and that was fine,"" answered Alfenn, smiling crookedly and quietly sucking in a breath, bracing for the anticipated impact. When it didn't come he relaxed. ""So if things keep going the same way it should be perfectly fine excursion,"" <span style=""font-style: italic"">Actually that's not entirely true, things just got a lot better than fine. Still not used to being called Alf though.</span> <br/><br/>""How did you and your siblings find the trip?"" he asked politely, briefly looking past her to catch sight of Vynaria and Jonran behind her. ""Your brother looks like his usual self,"" Bunking with Jonran had given Alfenn the opportunity to observe that the other boy was nearly always a little moody but travel seemed to irritate him especially, in fact Alfenn sometimes wondered how he was related to Jynna, he still didn't know Vyneria very well but she seemed more reserved so perhaps Jynna was the odd one out. Idly Alfenn thought back to his own brother. They had never really been close, never had the chance as Moren Cortagne was frequently away from home, visiting outposts and leading raids for the order until his death on some heathen backwater. <span style=""font-style: italic"">You left me far too much work brother</span> thought Alfenn <span style=""font-style: italic"">Some advice wouldn't have gone astray</span> with a shake of his head he dismissed the morose line of thought and straightened his smile for Jynna. The Black Cups weren't going to crumble any more than they were already if he took a few days to actually enjoy himself.</div></blockquote><br/>""That great! I'm really enjoying this place myself if you couldn't tell."" She remarked, as if a even blind and deaf insect couldn't tell she was excited. ""The air, the plants, the everything! I hope I see some realy nice animals too... Maybe some birds! Some furry and fuzzy mammals maybe!?""<br/><br/>She calmed down slightly. ""Oh, I'm loving it... my siblings..."" She smiled awkwardly, gesturing to them with her head. ""Not sooo much."" She remarked. ""Vyna is a tad bit too uptight to enjoy something like this... and John doesn't like the sky unless he can't see the sun and finds wide open spaces hell. Plus places like this act up his alergies."" This was confirmed as her brother sneezed.<br/><br/>""ARGH! I hate this place."" He muttered, whipping his nose with his sleve until Vyna sighed and handed him a tissue. Which he blew into.<br/><br/>""But, I... th- hope they will warm up to it."" She remarked, sighing. ""If you meant the chariot trip, Jon was annoyed, Vyna was aloof and I could hardly contain myself, so pretty much any other day, apart from the last bit, because what normal day do you get to go to a place like this."" She said.<br/><br/>""Sorry. Rambling. Anyway, what do you think we'll be doing here? I mean they're are probably activities and stuff right?"""
10667,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=325,2015-05-07T07:11:00,Atlannia,"""Oh I've no doubt they've something up their sleeves, they usually do,"" said Alfenn airily ""The guides and staff have all been fairly reticent though, not wanting to ruin the surprise and all that. Not that I really enjoy surprises,"" Alfenn rubbed his chin thoughtfully. ""If I had to guess I'd say there'll be some kind of nature hike at some point and probably we'll have some free time to wander around for a while beyond that I'm not really sure.""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Hopefully we won't have to do any swimming</span>he thought inwardly, flashing back to miserable childhood memories of learning to swim in the dark, untamed maelstrom of Charen's ocean. He suppressed a shiver and looked around, no that Jynna was next to him he was more interested in taking in his surroundings.<br/><br/>Gladia<span style=""font-style: italic"">was</span>pretty. It was one thing to hear people tell you a place was beautiful or agree intellectually that it looked nice but Gladia was almost overwhelming, a whirling kaleidoscope of colour sound and smell. The fragrant scent of flowers intermingled with the stinging salt of the sea and something riper, the scent of animals and living things. It was certainly different from what Alfenn was used to but it was hard not to be at least a little charmed, it was hard not to plain just be happy here even for Alfenn."
10668,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=325,2015-05-07T17:38:00,Esternial,"<blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24472655#p24472655"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Atlannia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24472449#p24472449"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Well I got off the chariot and that was fine,"" answered Alfenn, smiling crookedly and quietly sucking in a breath, bracing for the anticipated impact. When it didn't come he relaxed. ""So if things keep going the same way it should be perfectly fine excursion,"" <span style=""font-style: italic"">Actually that's not entirely true, things just got a lot better than fine. Still not used to being called Alf though.</span> <br/><br/>""How did you and your siblings find the trip?"" he asked politely, briefly looking past her to catch sight of Vynaria and Jonran behind her. ""Your brother looks like his usual self,"" Bunking with Jonran had given Alfenn the opportunity to observe that the other boy was nearly always a little moody but travel seemed to irritate him especially, in fact Alfenn sometimes wondered how he was related to Jynna, he still didn't know Vyneria very well but she seemed more reserved so perhaps Jynna was the odd one out. Idly Alfenn thought back to his own brother. They had never really been close, never had the chance as Moren Cortagne was frequently away from home, visiting outposts and leading raids for the order until his death on some heathen backwater. <span style=""font-style: italic"">You left me far too much work brother</span> thought Alfenn <span style=""font-style: italic"">Some advice wouldn't have gone astray</span> with a shake of his head he dismissed the morose line of thought and straightened his smile for Jynna. The Black Cups weren't going to crumble any more than they were already if he took a few days to actually enjoy himself.</div></blockquote><br/>""That great! I'm really enjoying this place myself if you couldn't tell."" She remarked, as if a even blind and deaf insect couldn't tell she was excited. ""The air, the plants, the everything! I hope I see some realy nice animals too... Maybe some birds! Some furry and fuzzy mammals maybe!?"" <br/><br/>She calmed down slightly. ""Oh, I'm loving it... my siblings..."" She smiled awkwardly, gesturing to them with her head. ""Not sooo much."" She remarked. ""Vyna is a tad bit too uptight to enjoy something like this... and John doesn't like the sky unless he can't see the sun and finds wide open spaces hell. Plus places like this act up his alergies."" This was confirmed as her brother sneezed. <br/><br/>""ARGH! I hate this place."" He muttered, whipping his nose with his sleve until Vyna sighed and handed him a tissue. Which he blew into.<br/><br/>""But, I... th- hope they will warm up to it."" She remarked, sighing. ""If you meant the chariot trip, Jon was annoyed, Vyna was aloof and I could hardly contain myself, so pretty much any other day, apart from the last bit, because what normal day do you get to go to a place like this."" She said. <br/><br/>""Sorry. Rambling. Anyway, what do you think we'll be doing here? I mean they're are probably activities and stuff right?""</div></blockquote><br/>""Jonran Ayendor being felled by a sunstroke, now that would be something to write down for posterity"" Ritz mocked mischievously as she approached. Since she got to know him, Ritz knew the young man needed something to balance his constant state of gravitas, but nothing so extreme that it would tip the balance too far and cause him to react with even poorly to it. Ritz felt she brought just enough levity to prevent him from sinking into a lachrymose pit of wallowing. There were dark thoughts within the crevices of his mind, that much she could tell.<br/><br/>Perhaps it would be strange, to those that didn't know Ritz very well, to see the young woman engage in such frivolity, especially since she rarely spoke a word in class, but it was around those she felt a kinship with that this Bathys bloomed, a trait not uncommon in her bloodline.<br/><br/>""At least try to enjoy yourself a little."" She added, a hint of hope in her voice. Jon's feelings on this place were likely unmovable, but even small gestures could bring down a mountain...maybe. Gently she placed her hand on his shoulder, hoping her aura of calm would manage to sway Jon's spirits into better places.<br/><br/>Her eyes glanced at Jynna, who was making no attempt to hide her excitement. Though she felt the same, Ritz demonstrated a proclivity for calmer expressions of her own enthusiasm. Just a smile, but a smile that could conquer hearts and minds."
10669,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=325,2015-05-08T01:36:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Atlannia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24473423#p24473423"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Oh I've no doubt they've something up their sleeves, they usually do,"" said Alfenn airily ""The guides and staff have all been fairly reticent though, not wanting to ruin the surprise and all that. Not that I really enjoy surprises,"" Alfenn rubbed his chin thoughtfully. ""If I had to guess I'd say there'll be some kind of nature hike at some point and probably we'll have some free time to wander around for a while beyond that I'm not really sure."" <span style=""font-style: italic"">Hopefully we won't have to do any swimming</span> he thought inwardly, flashing back to miserable childhood memories of learning to swim in the dark, untamed maelstrom of Charen's ocean. He suppressed a shiver and looked around, no that Jynna was next to him he was more interested in taking in his surroundings. <br/><br/>Gladia <span style=""font-style: italic"">was</span> pretty. It was one thing to hear people tell you a place was beautiful or agree intellectually that it looked nice but Gladia was almost overwhelming, a whirling kaleidoscope of colour sound and smell. The fragrant scent of flowers intermingled with the stinging salt of the sea and something riper, the scent of animals and living things. It was certainly different from what Alfenn was used to but it was hard not to be at least a little charmed, it was hard not to plain just be happy here even for Alfenn.</div></blockquote><br/>""Why don't you like surprises? I mean really it's not that often you get unpleasantly surprised... at least in my experience."" She replied optimistically. It wasn't completely true, but Jynna tended to find pleasant surprises quite often and quite nice. ""I guess I'll have to change my plans for your birthday then..."" Jynna was the kind of person who really made an effort on everyone's birthday. One might find it weird that she insisted on knowing peoples birthdays soon after meeting them, but one would understand as soon as they realised Jyn would jump at the chance to make things better for anyone, make people happy.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Esternial <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24480588#p24480588"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24472655#p24472655"">wrote</a>:</cite>""That great! I'm really enjoying this place myself if you couldn't tell."" She remarked, as if a even blind and deaf insect couldn't tell she was excited. ""The air, the plants, the everything! I hope I see some realy nice animals too... Maybe some birds! Some furry and fuzzy mammals maybe!?"" <br/><br/>She calmed down slightly. ""Oh, I'm loving it... my siblings..."" She smiled awkwardly, gesturing to them with her head. ""Not sooo much."" She remarked. ""Vyna is a tad bit too uptight to enjoy something like this... and John doesn't like the sky unless he can't see the sun and finds wide open spaces hell. Plus places like this act up his alergies."" This was confirmed as her brother sneezed. <br/><br/>""ARGH! I hate this place."" He muttered, whipping his nose with his sleve until Vyna sighed and handed him a tissue. Which he blew into.<br/><br/>""But, I... th- hope they will warm up to it."" She remarked, sighing. ""If you meant the chariot trip, Jon was annoyed, Vyna was aloof and I could hardly contain myself, so pretty much any other day, apart from the last bit, because what normal day do you get to go to a place like this."" She said. <br/><br/>""Sorry. Rambling. Anyway, what do you think we'll be doing here? I mean they're are probably activities and stuff right?""</div></blockquote><br/>""Jonran Ayendor being felled by a sunstroke, now that would be something to write down for posterity"" Ritz mocked mischievously as she approached. Since she got to know him, Ritz knew the young man needed something to balance his constant state of gravitas, but nothing so extreme that it would tip the balance too far and cause him to react with even poorly to it. Ritz felt she brought just enough levity to prevent him from sinking into a lachrymose pit of wallowing. There were dark thoughts within the crevices of his mind, that much she could tell.<br/><br/>Perhaps it would be strange, to those that didn't know Ritz very well, to see the young woman engage in such frivolity, especially since she rarely spoke a word in class, but it was around those she felt a kinship with that this Bathys bloomed, a trait not uncommon in her bloodline. <br/><br/>""At least try to enjoy yourself a little."" She added, a hint of hope in her voice. Jon's feelings on this place were likely unmovable, but even small gestures could bring down a mountain...maybe. Gently she placed her hand on his shoulder, hoping her aura of calm would manage to sway Jon's spirits into better places.<br/><br/>Her eyes glanced at Jynna, who was making no attempt to hide her excitement. Though she felt the same, Ritz demonstrated a <br/>proclivity for calmer expressions of her own enthusiasm. Just a smile, but a smile that could conquer hearts and minds.</div></blockquote><br/>""It's either that, my allergies turn deadly or Jynna will hug me to death..."" Jonran remarked, giving the barest hint of a smile. He had spent some time with Ritz since they first met, often discussing literature or in quiet contemplation. He sighed. ""At least she's happy, that's one good thing I can say for this trip. She could use a little-"" He stopped that train of thought. He knew where it would lead. He couldn't tell her about family business. ""Nevermind.""<br/><br/>He then felt her hand on his shoulder and he sighed slightly. The aura of calm washing over him slightly. He knew she was interfering with his feelings, but he didn't mind it so much. It was the equivalent of some roots traders would take occasionally back at home... which he occasionally sampled...<br/><br/>""Fine... It's not like I wasn't planning on not enjoying myself though. It's just this place..."" He bitterly remarked, only to have Vyna roll her eyes. She then handed him her box of tissues and left him with Ritz, having had quite enough of his whining."
10670,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=325,2015-05-08T04:40:00,Wolfenium,"<blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24484959#p24484959"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Atlannia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24473423#p24473423"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Oh I've no doubt they've something up their sleeves, they usually do,"" said Alfenn airily ""The guides and staff have all been fairly reticent though, not wanting to ruin the surprise and all that. Not that I really enjoy surprises,"" Alfenn rubbed his chin thoughtfully. ""If I had to guess I'd say there'll be some kind of nature hike at some point and probably we'll have some free time to wander around for a while beyond that I'm not really sure."" <span style=""font-style: italic"">Hopefully we won't have to do any swimming</span> he thought inwardly, flashing back to miserable childhood memories of learning to swim in the dark, untamed maelstrom of Charen's ocean. He suppressed a shiver and looked around, no that Jynna was next to him he was more interested in taking in his surroundings. <br/><br/>Gladia <span style=""font-style: italic"">was</span> pretty. It was one thing to hear people tell you a place was beautiful or agree intellectually that it looked nice but Gladia was almost overwhelming, a whirling kaleidoscope of colour sound and smell. The fragrant scent of flowers intermingled with the stinging salt of the sea and something riper, the scent of animals and living things. It was certainly different from what Alfenn was used to but it was hard not to be at least a little charmed, it was hard not to plain just be happy here even for Alfenn.</div></blockquote><br/>""Why don't you like surprises? I mean really it's not that often you get unpleasantly surprised... at least in my experience."" She replied optimistically. It wasn't completely true, but Jynna tended to find pleasant surprises quite often and quite nice. ""I guess I'll have to change my plans for your birthday then..."" Jynna was the kind of person who really made an effort on everyone's birthday. One might find it weird that she insisted on knowing peoples birthdays soon after meeting them, but one would understand as soon as they realised Jyn would jump at the chance to make things better for anyone, make people happy. <br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Esternial <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24480588#p24480588"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Jonran Ayendor being felled by a sunstroke, now that would be something to write down for posterity"" Ritz mocked mischievously as she approached. Since she got to know him, Ritz knew the young man needed something to balance his constant state of gravitas, but nothing so extreme that it would tip the balance too far and cause him to react with even poorly to it. Ritz felt she brought just enough levity to prevent him from sinking into a lachrymose pit of wallowing. There were dark thoughts within the crevices of his mind, that much she could tell.<br/><br/>Perhaps it would be strange, to those that didn't know Ritz very well, to see the young woman engage in such frivolity, especially since she rarely spoke a word in class, but it was around those she felt a kinship with that this Bathys bloomed, a trait not uncommon in her bloodline. <br/><br/>""At least try to enjoy yourself a little."" She added, a hint of hope in her voice. Jon's feelings on this place were likely unmovable, but even small gestures could bring down a mountain...maybe. Gently she placed her hand on his shoulder, hoping her aura of calm would manage to sway Jon's spirits into better places.<br/><br/>Her eyes glanced at Jynna, who was making no attempt to hide her excitement. Though she felt the same, Ritz demonstrated a <br/>proclivity for calmer expressions of her own enthusiasm. Just a smile, but a smile that could conquer hearts and minds.</div></blockquote><br/>""It's either that, my allergies turn deadly or Jynna will hug me to death..."" Jonran remarked, giving the barest hint of a smile. He had spent some time with Ritz since they first met, often discussing literature or in quiet contemplation. He sighed. ""At least she's happy, that's one good thing I can say for this trip. She could use a little-"" He stopped that train of thought. He knew where it would lead. He couldn't tell her about family business. ""Nevermind."" <br/><br/>He then felt her hand on his shoulder and he sighed slightly. The aura of calm washing over him slightly. He knew she was interfering with his feelings, but he didn't mind it so much. It was the equivalent of some roots traders would take occasionally back at home... which he occasionally sampled...<br/><br/>""Fine... It's not like I wasn't planning on not enjoying myself though. It's just this place..."" He bitterly remarked, only to have Vyna roll her eyes. She then handed him her box of tissues and left him with Ritz, having had quite enough of his whining.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""I think your brother needs a mask instead,"" commented Mehran as he took out a sealed pack of plain-looking piece of three-ply fabric cloth with stretchable rubber bands on the sides, ""it should keep the pollen out. Funny how the design of the surgical mask hasn't change much since its inception eons ago. I guess simplicity is king-""<br/><br/>""Yes, yes, nobody cares,"" Niloofar grumbled, diving onto the grass field in front of them as she quietly rolled on her back, ""some of us just want to enjoy the scenery. I know you're bored. At least try to talk.""<br/><br/>Frowning a bit, the lad did not appear to be in the mood to sightsee. Sitting beside Vyna, he still held out the mask for her to pass to her brother, waiting for her reply."
10671,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=325,2015-05-08T08:24:00,Atlannia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24484959#p24484959"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Why don't you like surprises? I mean really it's not that often you get unpleasantly surprised... at least in my experience."" She replied optimistically. It wasn't completely true, but Jynna tended to find pleasant surprises quite often and quite nice. ""I guess I'll have to change my plans for your birthday then..."" Jynna was the kind of person who really made an effort on everyone's birthday. One might find it weird that she insisted on knowing peoples birthdays soon after meeting them, but one would understand as soon as they realised Jyn would jump at the chance to make things better for anyone, make people happy.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>""Hmm I suppose I prefer knowing what's coming so I can plan for it,"" said Alfenn ""If it's bad I can minimise the damage and if it's good I can work out how to take the most advantage of it or enjoy it the most,"" There was an odd pause ""For example,"" began Alfenn hesitantly ""I've never celebrated my birthday, it was also the day my Mother died and... well I won't go into it,"" Alfenn turned away, scanning the landscape. The scenery was just as beautiful as it had been a minute ago but something had been lost from the air. ""I am rather flattered though,"" said Alfenn finally, turning back with a faint smile."
10672,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=325,2015-05-08T17:57:00,The Starlight,"<blockquote><div><cite>Atlannia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24487421#p24487421"">wrote</a>:</cite>-snip-</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""I'm sorry to hear that,"" said Ellyn, having been quiet for much of the ride. She had either slept, cuddling into her nice, soft, small pillow once again, or gazed out, daydreaming of paintings and Aristos. She had spent the last few moments, observing the beautiful landscape. It reminded her of Acrea, in a way, but it was far more beautiful. It seemed a calm, serene place, perfect for a nice vacation, or excursion, the official term. She had enjoyed her first cycle and more at the school. So far, she had painted 2 of what she had dreamed of, capturing her view from inside the chariot, looking at the universe. She had truly enjoyed the making of that one, and the other was a potrait of Aristos, simple, yet handsome. She had also paid the smithing workshops several times, creating small, but elegant structures. She had yet to attempt the reforging of her weapons, afraid that she might make a mistake. After she had gotten back into her rhythm, perhaps then she would try.<br/><br/>But that was enough about forging, and her time there. She was here to relax, and view Cathedral Gladia. She had also made an objective to get to know her peers better, as they would be together for a long time. Breathing the fresh, pleasant air, she smiled, turning slowly in all directions to observe the landscape further."
10673,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=325,2015-05-10T03:49:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Wolfenium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24485617#p24485617"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24484959#p24484959"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Why don't you like surprises? I mean really it's not that often you get unpleasantly surprised... at least in my experience."" She replied optimistically. It wasn't completely true, but Jynna tended to find pleasant surprises quite often and quite nice. ""I guess I'll have to change my plans for your birthday then..."" Jynna was the kind of person who really made an effort on everyone's birthday. One might find it weird that she insisted on knowing peoples birthdays soon after meeting them, but one would understand as soon as they realised Jyn would jump at the chance to make things better for anyone, make people happy. <br/><br/><br/>""It's either that, my allergies turn deadly or Jynna will hug me to death..."" Jonran remarked, giving the barest hint of a smile. He had spent some time with Ritz since they first met, often discussing literature or in quiet contemplation. He sighed. ""At least she's happy, that's one good thing I can say for this trip. She could use a little-"" He stopped that train of thought. He knew where it would lead. He couldn't tell her about family business. ""Nevermind."" <br/><br/>He then felt her hand on his shoulder and he sighed slightly. The aura of calm washing over him slightly. He knew she was interfering with his feelings, but he didn't mind it so much. It was the equivalent of some roots traders would take occasionally back at home... which he occasionally sampled...<br/><br/>""Fine... It's not like I wasn't planning on not enjoying myself though. It's just this place..."" He bitterly remarked, only to have Vyna roll her eyes. She then handed him her box of tissues and left him with Ritz, having had quite enough of his whining.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""I think your brother needs a mask instead,"" commented Mehran as he took out a sealed pack of plain-looking piece of three-ply fabric cloth with stretchable rubber bands on the sides, ""it should keep the pollen out. Funny how the design of the surgical mask hasn't change much since its inception eons ago. I guess simplicity is king-""<br/><br/>""Yes, yes, nobody cares,"" Niloofar grumbled, diving onto the grass field in front of them as she quietly rolled on her back, ""some of us just want to enjoy the scenery. I know you're bored. At least try to talk.""<br/><br/>Frowning a bit, the lad did not appear to be in the mood to sightsee. Sitting beside Vyna, he still held out the mask for her to pass to her brother, waiting for her reply.</div></blockquote><br/>Vyna looked down at the mask, smiling. ""Thank you for the mask. I'll approach him with it when he's less irritable. Right now he's liable to-"" She noticed he was talking to Ritz and smiled, glad he had found a friend. ""Actually that... should be rather soon. I do believe."" She commented, betting that her calm aura should at the very least help him out of the sour mood he's found himself in.<br/><br/><br/>""But in the meantime. How are you two enjoying yourselves."" She asked, turning her smile to the two of them.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Atlannia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24487421#p24487421"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24484959#p24484959"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Why don't you like surprises? I mean really it's not that often you get unpleasantly surprised... at least in my experience."" She replied optimistically. It wasn't completely true, but Jynna tended to find pleasant surprises quite often and quite nice. ""I guess I'll have to change my plans for your birthday then..."" Jynna was the kind of person who really made an effort on everyone's birthday. One might find it weird that she insisted on knowing peoples birthdays soon after meeting them, but one would understand as soon as they realised Jyn would jump at the chance to make things better for anyone, make people happy.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>""Hmm I suppose I prefer knowing what's coming so I can plan for it,"" said Alfenn ""If it's bad I can minimise the damage and if it's good I can work out how to take the most advantage of it or enjoy it the most,"" There was an odd pause ""For example,"" began Alfenn hesitantly ""I've never celebrated my birthday, it was also the day my Mother died and... well I won't go into it,"" Alfenn turned away, scanning the landscape. The scenery was just as beautiful as it had been a minute ago but something had been lost from the air. ""I am rather flattered though,"" said Alfenn finally, turning back with a faint smile.</div></blockquote><br/>Jyn stopped, pausing as she suddenly lost a good deal of her energy and bounce. She paused, opening her mouth, then looking down with guilt. She knew the pain of loosing a parent. ""I'm so, so sorry..."" She spoke. Looking downwards as she resisted the urge to cry, remembering when she had heard the news. She even frowned. ""I... lost both my parents too... rather recently... and it'd been.... very hard to deal with."" She said. She paused. Then she resolved to do something. ""You may not be able to celebrate your birthday, but we could always have an... 'Alfenn day'?"" She offered. ""Everyone deserves a day where they're existence is celebrated. A day when they are reminded just how much those around them care about you."""
10674,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=325,2015-05-10T04:30:00,Wolfenium,"<blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24509560#p24509560"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Wolfenium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24485617#p24485617"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""I think your brother needs a mask instead,"" commented Mehran as he took out a sealed pack of plain-looking piece of three-ply fabric cloth with stretchable rubber bands on the sides, ""it should keep the pollen out. Funny how the design of the surgical mask hasn't change much since its inception eons ago. I guess simplicity is king-""<br/><br/>""Yes, yes, nobody cares,"" Niloofar grumbled, diving onto the grass field in front of them as she quietly rolled on her back, ""some of us just want to enjoy the scenery. I know you're bored. At least try to talk.""<br/><br/>Frowning a bit, the lad did not appear to be in the mood to sightsee. Sitting beside Vyna, he still held out the mask for her to pass to her brother, waiting for her reply.</div></blockquote><br/>Vyna looked down at the mask, smiling. ""Thank you for the mask. I'll approach him with it when he's less irritable. Right now he's liable to-"" She noticed he was talking to Ritz and smiled, glad he had found a friend. ""Actually that... should be rather soon. I do believe."" She commented, betting that her calm aura should at the very least help him out of the sour mood he's found himself in. <br/><br/><br/>""But in the meantime. How are you two enjoying yourselves."" She asked, turning her smile to the two of them.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Ah, quite exciting so far,"" Niloofar blubbered, feeling a bit uncertain, ""we're just waiting for stuff to happen, however. Mehran needs to chill more, though. He'd rather lock himself in the duelling room, but you know, it's compulsory.""<br/><br/>Mehran did not need to say more, giving a muted glare at Vyna. His posture stiff and agitated, he could not help but pace a bit just to pass the time. Looking back at them, he admitted, ""sorry. Didn't mean to spoil the mood. I just feel I need to make my trips worthwhile. I'm not one to 'chill', like she said."""
10675,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=325,2015-05-10T06:36:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Wolfenium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24509790#p24509790"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24509560#p24509560"">wrote</a>:</cite>Vyna looked down at the mask, smiling. ""Thank you for the mask. I'll approach him with it when he's less irritable. Right now he's liable to-"" She noticed he was talking to Ritz and smiled, glad he had found a friend. ""Actually that... should be rather soon. I do believe."" She commented, betting that her calm aura should at the very least help him out of the sour mood he's found himself in. <br/><br/><br/>""But in the meantime. How are you two enjoying yourselves."" She asked, turning her smile to the two of them.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Ah, quite exciting so far,"" Niloofar blubbered, feeling a bit uncertain, ""we're just waiting for stuff to happen, however. Mehran needs to chill more, though. He'd rather lock himself in the duelling room, but you know, it's compulsory.""<br/><br/>Mehran did not need to say more, giving a muted glare at Vyna. His posture stiff and agitated, he could not help but pace a bit just to pass the time. Looking back at them, he admitted, ""sorry. Didn't mean to spoil the mood. I just feel I need to make my trips worthwhile. I'm not one to 'chill', like she said.""</div></blockquote><br/>Vynaria looked around at the scenery. ""Indeed. It's rather nice and pretty... a good place for a break."" She remarked. She smiled at Mehran, sighing slightly. ""A little relaxation won't kill you Mehran. Work long enough without rest and you will burn and crash."" She remarked.<br/><br/>She then turned to Nil. She seemed to have let go the fact that she had stabbed her brother... Though she wondered if reality and appearance were the same. Perhaps she had plans to make her pay for causing her brother pain.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Perhaps instead of looking over my shoulder for the blade of one of my own kin, perhaps I should be more suspicious of Miss Xorshid? She came to the academy late didn't she? Maybe she's the assassin. Maybe she's the one who nearly killed Jynn and now wants me dea-</span><br/><br/>She stopped that train of thought.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Niloofar is a friend. She doesn't want to betray you.</span>She thought to herself.<span style=""font-style: italic"">You're getting paranoid. Too long and the killer has made no move. I have nothing to go on, so it's possible anyone here could have been the as- Stop. Stop thinking about it. </span><br/><br/>""So,"" She said awkwardly, to break her own thoughts. ""Have you ever been to a place like this before?"""
10676,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=325,2015-05-10T07:47:00,Wolfenium,"<blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24510683#p24510683"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Wolfenium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24509790#p24509790"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""Ah, quite exciting so far,"" Niloofar blubbered, feeling a bit uncertain, ""we're just waiting for stuff to happen, however. Mehran needs to chill more, though. He'd rather lock himself in the duelling room, but you know, it's compulsory.""<br/><br/>Mehran did not need to say more, giving a muted glare at Vyna. His posture stiff and agitated, he could not help but pace a bit just to pass the time. Looking back at them, he admitted, ""sorry. Didn't mean to spoil the mood. I just feel I need to make my trips worthwhile. I'm not one to 'chill', like she said.""</div></blockquote><br/>Vynaria looked around at the scenery. ""Indeed. It's rather nice and pretty... a good place for a break."" She remarked. She smiled at Mehran, sighing slightly. ""A little relaxation won't kill you Mehran. Work long enough without rest and you will burn and crash."" She remarked. <br/><br/>She then turned to Nil. She seemed to have let go the fact that she had stabbed her brother... Though she wondered if reality and appearance were the same. Perhaps she had plans to make her pay for causing her brother pain. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Perhaps instead of looking over my shoulder for the blade of one of my own kin, perhaps I should be more suspicious of Miss Xorshid? She came to the academy late didn't she? Maybe she's the assassin. Maybe she's the one who nearly killed Jynn and now wants me dea-</span><br/><br/>She stopped that train of thought. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Niloofar is a friend. She doesn't want to betray you.</span> She thought to herself. <span style=""font-style: italic"">You're getting paranoid. Too long and the killer has made no move. I have nothing to go on, so it's possible anyone here could have been the as- Stop. Stop thinking about it. </span><br/><br/>""So,"" She said awkwardly, to break her own thoughts. ""Have you ever been to a place like this before?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Hearing her words, Niloofar's small smile faded quite a bit. Gardia was beautiful, far more than any picture book could ever show. Arcadia was too, the first foreign world she stepped on since becoming a Xorshid. Even Mervarid had its charm, an icy, glacial land teeming with subterranean life.<br/><br/>But all that merely made the differences with her homeworld even more stark. Mervarid was merely an inhabited world hiding behind an icy, inhospitable facade. In contrast, Muramasa was a thoroughly dead world, far too unsuited for life from the very beginning, with death lingering on the doorstep in the form of ash, smoke and lava. The more she thought about it, the less she felt at ease. It took her brother tapping his foot at her leg to snap her out of her thoughts as she blubbered an answer.<br/><br/>""Ah, no,"" she replied quickly, ""never in my life. I'm not used to seeing so much colour in one landscape. It's a welcome sight. Very...""<br/><br/>""We've lived in Mervarid for a long time,"" Mehran continued, ""for me, my whole life. For Niloofar, this is her first time since becoming a Xorshid, and neither planets she knew before could compare to what we've seen so far in the Silver Hand, at least in terms of greenery."""
10677,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=325,2015-05-10T11:34:00,Atlannia,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Starlight <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24493054#p24493054"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I'm sorry to hear that,"" said Ellyn, having been quiet for much of the ride.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""It's... something I've had time to come to terms,"" answered Alfenn after a brief pause, regarding the girl neutrally.<span style=""font-style: italic"">When did she?.. Being around Jynna really dulls my situational awareness.</span>Alfenn thought, exasperated with himself. Then he froze.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24509560#p24509560"">wrote</a>:</cite>Jyn stopped, pausing as she suddenly lost a good deal of her energy and bounce. She paused, opening her mouth, then looking down with guilt. She knew the pain of losing a parent. ""I'm so, so sorry..."" She spoke. Looking downwards as she resisted the urge to cry, remembering when she had heard the news. She even frowned. ""I... lost both my parents too... rather recently... and it'd been.... very hard to deal with."" She said. She paused. Then she resolved to do something. ""You may not be able to celebrate your birthday, but we could always have an... 'Alfenn day'?"" She offered. ""Everyone deserves a day where they're existence is celebrated. A day when they are reminded just how much those around them care about you.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""I should be apologising,"" mumbled Alfenn, looking at his feet.<span style=""font-style: italic"">I'm such and idiot.</span>he scolded himself<span style=""font-style: italic"">I never would have guessed... She's always so cheerful though</span>He looked back up at Jynna who was now wearing an expression of resolve.<span style=""font-style: italic"">I underestimated her strength I thought she was just...happy, but even with something like that she's able to act cheerful, still able to think about others.</span>HIs hooded, dark brown eyes met Jynna's sparkling blue ones.<span style=""font-style: italic"">I guess I'll have to do a bit more than brood then</span>thought Alfenn, his crooked smile returning. ""An...Alfenn day? I don't think I could really get used to something like that,"" he said in response to Jynna's offer. ""But I'm willing to compromise, there's something I need to do and once I pull it off we can celebrate Alfenn day...As long as we come up with a better name for it,"" he said, extending an open hand towards her ""Do we have a deal?"""
10678,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=325,2015-05-10T19:18:00,Zarkenis Ultima,"Aressa was quite glad to see that most of her charges were pleased with their travel destination. She, too, was quite happy to be here, something that was more than evident judging by her demeanor, no longer solemn and serene but excited and cheerful instead. Glancing at Arcander as he noticed him approach, she was surprised to suddenly find him whispering something to her ear, not quite knowing what was going on at first, though the grin that gradually spread through her face gave away the fact that whatever it was, she was on board with it. The two of them conversed for several moments in hushed voices, unheard, before parting ways, Aressa waving off her partner as he walked off to meet up with a couple other aspirants.<br/><br/>Their little conversation over, the aspirant decided to socialize a bit with some of her charges, though she was surprised in a pleasant manner to see that most of them were having serene conversations with one another, something that she approved of. It was nice to see them getting along with each other, and it was certainly something that would be useful for them during their stay at the Silver Hand, as they would be together for the remainder of their stay, even after the aspirants like her were gone.<br/><br/>Noticing Ellyn, and furthermore noticing that this was one of those few occasions where she wasn't with Aris, the scarlet-haired aspirant decided to approach her to talk a bit. Walking up to her, she stood next to the other student and looked out at the landscape. ""Pretty, isn't it?"" She asked rhetorically, fairly confident that she knew the answer to such a question. ""Oh, and just wait until you see the forests. I'm sure they'll leave you breathless."" She said, and the anticipation in her voice was almost tangible to the younger student.<br/><br/>However, a few moments afterwards, every student who was still inside or near the landing platform would hear a powerful voice. ""Students, begin making your way to the cliffside resort now."" It said simply, and then the last of the four teachers, a man clothed in a black robe just like the others, began making his way there, most of the students soon following suit. Having finished conversing with the other aspirants, Arcander returned to the general vicinity of the group and motioned for them to hurry along. Hearing the words of the teacher, Aressa turned to Ellyn.<br/><br/>""Well, let's go. We can always talk on the way."" She stated.<br/><br/>And so, everybody began making their way up the cliff, the views changing gradually as they did, for as they gained altitude they could see more of the forests that surrounded most of the landscape, as well as the sea below the cliff, waves gently crashing against the jagged rocks below."
10679,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=325,2015-05-11T02:33:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Wolfenium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24511345#p24511345"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24510683#p24510683"">wrote</a>:</cite>Vynaria looked around at the scenery. ""Indeed. It's rather nice and pretty... a good place for a break."" She remarked. She smiled at Mehran, sighing slightly. ""A little relaxation won't kill you Mehran. Work long enough without rest and you will burn and crash."" She remarked. <br/><br/>She then turned to Nil. She seemed to have let go the fact that she had stabbed her brother... Though she wondered if reality and appearance were the same. Perhaps she had plans to make her pay for causing her brother pain. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Perhaps instead of looking over my shoulder for the blade of one of my own kin, perhaps I should be more suspicious of Miss Xorshid? She came to the academy late didn't she? Maybe she's the assassin. Maybe she's the one who nearly killed Jynn and now wants me dea-</span><br/><br/>She stopped that train of thought. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Niloofar is a friend. She doesn't want to betray you.</span> She thought to herself. <span style=""font-style: italic"">You're getting paranoid. Too long and the killer has made no move. I have nothing to go on, so it's possible anyone here could have been the as- Stop. Stop thinking about it. </span><br/><br/>""So,"" She said awkwardly, to break her own thoughts. ""Have you ever been to a place like this before?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Hearing her words, Niloofar's small smile faded quite a bit. Gardia was beautiful, far more than any picture book could ever show. Arcadia was too, the first foreign world she stepped on since becoming a Xorshid. Even Mervarid had its charm, an icy, glacial land teeming with subterranean life.<br/><br/>But all that merely made the differences with her homeworld even more stark. Mervarid was merely an inhabited world hiding behind an icy, inhospitable facade. In contrast, Muramasa was a thoroughly dead world, far too unsuited for life from the very beginning, with death lingering on the doorstep in the form of ash, smoke and lava. The more she thought about it, the less she felt at ease. It took her brother tapping his foot at her leg to snap her out of her thoughts as she blubbered an answer.<br/><br/>""Ah, no,"" she replied quickly, ""never in my life. I'm not used to seeing so much colour in one landscape. It's a welcome sight. Very...""<br/><br/>""We've lived in Mervarid for a long time,"" Mehran continued, ""for me, my whole life. For Niloofar, this is her first time since becoming a Xorshid, and neither planets she knew before could compare to what we've seen so far in the Silver Hand, at least in terms of greenery.""</div></blockquote><br/>She nodded slightly as she heard that they had never seen anything like this. ""I see..."" She commented. ""My home, Aethas, is sort of like this in places, though in very few places and never this... colourful. It's more wet than anything else really. Place's where it isn't wet are often too dry to..."" She explained. ""And that's not even going into the people that live there. Never will you find a place within the Phantom Blade that looks so welcoming yet is truly rotten at it's core..."" She showed some resentment for the place she was brought up.<br/><br/>She paused for a moment. ""Anyway, we should probably move forward with the others shouldn't we?"" She said. ""Out of curiosity... what is your home planet like?""<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Atlannia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24513461#p24513461"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Starlight <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24493054#p24493054"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I'm sorry to hear that,"" said Ellyn, having been quiet for much of the ride.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""It's... something I've had time to come to terms,"" answered Alfenn after a brief pause, regarding the girl neutrally. <span style=""font-style: italic"">When did she?.. Being around Jynna really dulls my situational awareness.</span> Alfenn thought, exasperated with himself. Then he froze.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24509560#p24509560"">wrote</a>:</cite>Jyn stopped, pausing as she suddenly lost a good deal of her energy and bounce. She paused, opening her mouth, then looking down with guilt. She knew the pain of losing a parent. ""I'm so, so sorry..."" She spoke. Looking downwards as she resisted the urge to cry, remembering when she had heard the news. She even frowned. ""I... lost both my parents too... rather recently... and it'd been.... very hard to deal with."" She said. She paused. Then she resolved to do something. ""You may not be able to celebrate your birthday, but we could always have an... 'Alfenn day'?"" She offered. ""Everyone deserves a day where they're existence is celebrated. A day when they are reminded just how much those around them care about you.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""I should be apologising,"" mumbled Alfenn, looking at his feet. <span style=""font-style: italic"">I'm such and idiot.</span> he scolded himself <span style=""font-style: italic"">I never would have guessed... She's always so cheerful though</span> He looked back up at Jynna who was now wearing an expression of resolve. <span style=""font-style: italic"">I underestimated her strength I thought she was just...happy, but even with something like that she's able to act cheerful, still able to think about others.</span> HIs hooded, dark brown eyes met Jynna's sparkling blue ones. <span style=""font-style: italic"">I guess I'll have to do a bit more than brood then</span> thought Alfenn, his crooked smile returning. ""An...Alfenn day? I don't think I could really get used to something like that,"" he said in response to Jynna's offer. ""But I'm willing to compromise, there's something I need to do and once I pull it off we can celebrate Alfenn day...As long as we come up with a better name for it,"" he said, extending an open hand towards her ""Do we have a deal?""</div></blockquote><br/>Jyn smiled, a small and light smile. ""Sure. It probably does need a better name... thought it was kind of spur of the moment. I don't think I could live with myself if one of my friends didn't feel appreciated."" She shook his hand. ""Deal. But you have to promise to have fun on AAD (Alfenn Appreciation Day) or whatever we end up calling it."" She continued. She then took his hand, smiling. ""Come on! You don't want to miss whatever activities their planning."" She spoke, dragging Alfenn along with her whether he wanted to be dragged or not."
10680,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=325,2015-05-11T03:10:00,Wolfenium,"<blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24521694#p24521694"">wrote</a>:</cite>She nodded slightly as she heard that they had never seen anything like this. ""I see..."" She commented. ""My home, Aethas, is sort of like this in places, though in very few places and never this... colourful. It's more wet than anything else really. Place's where it isn't wet are often too dry to..."" She explained. ""And that's not even going into the people that live there. Never will you find a place within the Phantom Blade that looks so welcoming yet is truly rotten at it's core..."" She showed some resentment for the place she was brought up. <br/><br/>She paused for a moment. ""Anyway, we should probably move forward with the others shouldn't we?"" She said. ""Out of curiosity... what is your home planet like?"" <br/></div></blockquote><br/><br/>Getting to her feet, Niloofar could tell she did not quite have fond memories of her home. Not something unexpected, but she could tell it dampened the girl's mood considerably. But as Vyna asked them about their home, Niloofar's outlook turned very grim. For a moment, she thought she was talking about her old home.<br/><br/>""Cold,"" quipped Mehran half-jokingly, stepping in for his sister, ""Mervarid's surface is almost entirely tundra, not ideal for habitation. But it made an ideal place to store books without fear of decomposition, so we settled underground. It's actually much warmer, at least inhabitable enough, though I do miss looking at the stars from the surface at times.""<br/><br/>""A-Ah..."" Niloofar muttered absentmindedly, quite relieved not to have to answer it. A small smile on her face, she admitted, ""it's quite homely there..."""
10681,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=325,2015-05-11T08:14:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Wolfenium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24521804#p24521804"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24521694#p24521694"">wrote</a>:</cite>She nodded slightly as she heard that they had never seen anything like this. ""I see..."" She commented. ""My home, Aethas, is sort of like this in places, though in very few places and never this... colourful. It's more wet than anything else really. Place's where it isn't wet are often too dry to..."" She explained. ""And that's not even going into the people that live there. Never will you find a place within the Phantom Blade that looks so welcoming yet is truly rotten at it's core..."" She showed some resentment for the place she was brought up. <br/><br/>She paused for a moment. ""Anyway, we should probably move forward with the others shouldn't we?"" She said. ""Out of curiosity... what is your home planet like?"" <br/></div></blockquote><br/><br/>Getting to her feet, Niloofar could tell she did not quite have fond memories of her home. Not something unexpected, but she could tell it dampened the girl's mood considerably. But as Vyna asked them about their home, Niloofar's outlook turned very grim. For a moment, she thought she was talking about her old home.<br/><br/>""Cold,"" quipped Mehran half-jokingly, stepping in for his sister, ""Mervarid's surface is almost entirely tundra, not ideal for habitation. But it made an ideal place to store books without fear of decomposition, so we settled underground. It's actually much warmer, at least inhabitable enough, though I do miss looking at the stars from the surface at times.""<br/><br/>""A-Ah..."" Niloofar muttered absentmindedly, quite relieved not to have to answer it. A small smile on her face, she admitted, ""it's quite homely there...""</div></blockquote><br/>""Tundra... Interesting. I should find a way to visit one day, perhaps when all this is over."" She said. They may very well assume she was talking about the school, but she was really talking about something else. ""I've... never seen snow before. None of us Ayendors have, though I'm sure our parents have.""<br/><br/>She nodded as Niloofar. ""I'm sure it is... I suppose one should value their home too."" She replied, sighing."
10682,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=325,2015-05-12T01:51:00,Atlannia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24521694#p24521694"">wrote</a>:</cite>Jyn smiled, a small and light smile. ""Sure. It probably does need a better name... thought it was kind of spur of the moment. I don't think I could live with myself if one of my friends didn't feel appreciated."" She shook his hand. ""Deal. But you have to promise to have fun on AAD (Alfenn Appreciation Day) or whatever we end up calling it."" She continued. She then took his hand, smiling. ""Come on! You don't want to miss whatever activities their planning."" She spoke, dragging Alfenn along with her whether he wanted to be dragged or not.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Wouldn't dream of it,"" replied Alfenn wryly, allowing himself to pulled along. He had grown familiar enough with this exercise to balance himself comfortably and even take in the sparkling, blue ocean while he followed, confident that nobody was willing to stand in Jynna's way.<span style=""font-style: italic"">This path is quite defensible</span>he thought idly as the incline of their journey steepened.<span style=""font-style: italic"">I wonder if this area was ever strategically significant?</span>Alfenn looked around but fir what he wasn’t sure, crumbling fortifications? bloodstains? He shook his head at his own foolishness. It was tempting to think that if enough people died in one place the land would somehow be forever altered, that some part of their spirit would linger and forever cast a solemn pall over things. But the petty squabbles of history passed in a blink of the eye to the ageless cycles of the natural world, no matter how bloody and tarnished nature would eventually reclaim any battlefield and restore it to tranquillity as though people had never set foot there.<span style=""font-style: italic"">There could be a mass grave directly below our feet right now</span>thought Alfenn and decided not share this line of consideration with Jynna.<span style=""font-style: italic"">perhaps if we get some free time I'll look for a sparring partner, I'm getting far too philosophical. </span>"
10683,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=325,2015-05-12T03:22:00,Wolfenium,"<blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24523506#p24523506"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Wolfenium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24521804#p24521804"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Getting to her feet, Niloofar could tell she did not quite have fond memories of her home. Not something unexpected, but she could tell it dampened the girl's mood considerably. But as Vyna asked them about their home, Niloofar's outlook turned very grim. For a moment, she thought she was talking about her old home.<br/><br/>""Cold,"" quipped Mehran half-jokingly, stepping in for his sister, ""Mervarid's surface is almost entirely tundra, not ideal for habitation. But it made an ideal place to store books without fear of decomposition, so we settled underground. It's actually much warmer, at least inhabitable enough, though I do miss looking at the stars from the surface at times.""<br/><br/>""A-Ah..."" Niloofar muttered absentmindedly, quite relieved not to have to answer it. A small smile on her face, she admitted, ""it's quite homely there...""</div></blockquote><br/>""Tundra... Interesting. I should find a way to visit one day, perhaps when all this is over."" She said. They may very well assume she was talking about the school, but she was really talking about something else. ""I've... never seen snow before. None of us Ayendors have, though I'm sure our parents have."" <br/><br/>She nodded as Niloofar. ""I'm sure it is... I suppose one should value their home too."" She replied, sighing.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""In that case, why not visit some time,"" went the young man in a fairly boisterous declaration, ""our libraries are always open to visitors. I have to warn you though. The surface often dwells at minus 20-30 degrees Celsius at minimum. You'll get used to seeing ice real fast.""<br/><br/>Niloofar, however, felt a bit discomforted by her later comment. She was not sure what she meant, but she appeared dogged by something. Edging closer, she asked, ""umm... if it's not too much to ask, is something wrong? You don't seem like you have many fond memories of home...""<br/><br/>She really did not want to intrude too much, but something about Vyna reminded her of herself, someone who did not particularly have a stable childhood. She doubted if her background was anywhere near the same - they were born in opposite ends of the social strata. But she could tell she was bothered, and she could not help but ask, if only to help her."
10684,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=325,2015-05-13T19:43:00,Esternial,"Ritz spent the journey with contained enthusiasm, looking forward to the view from the resort on top of the cliff. She enjoyed her surroundings in silence, walking next to Jon, occasionally glancing at him to see how his allergies were faring.<br/><br/>Jon and she occasionally spent time together like this, without saying a word. Just being in a friend's presence felt oddly comforting to her. Idle chitchat would only ruin that. Most people didn't share that sentiment.<br/><br/>Some of the others were engaged in conversations about their homeland, which made Ritz think about her own home as well. She didn't feel particularly homesick all too often, mostly because her mind was almost always occupied with a thousand different things, but hearing her fellow students set her mind to it, and she found her excitement grow slightly bitter. Her parents were busy people, and she didn't spend much time with them in the first place, but the few moments she did have were something she cherished. Now even those are gone."
10685,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=325,2015-05-14T04:54:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Wolfenium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24533804#p24533804"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24523506#p24523506"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Tundra... Interesting. I should find a way to visit one day, perhaps when all this is over."" She said. They may very well assume she was talking about the school, but she was really talking about something else. ""I've... never seen snow before. None of us Ayendors have, though I'm sure our parents have."" <br/><br/>She nodded as Niloofar. ""I'm sure it is... I suppose one should value their home too."" She replied, sighing.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""In that case, why not visit some time,"" went the young man in a fairly boisterous declaration, ""our libraries are always open to visitors. I have to warn you though. The surface often dwells at minus 20-30 degrees Celsius at minimum. You'll get used to seeing ice real fast.""<br/><br/>Niloofar, however, felt a bit discomforted by her later comment. She was not sure what she meant, but she appeared dogged by something. Edging closer, she asked, ""umm... if it's not too much to ask, is something wrong? You don't seem like you have many fond memories of home...""<br/><br/>She really did not want to intrude too much, but something about Vyna reminded her of herself, someone who did not particularly have a stable childhood. She doubted if her background was anywhere near the same - they were born in opposite ends of the social strata. But she could tell she was bothered, and she could not help but ask, if only to help her.</div></blockquote><br/>""I'll try. It sounds like a rather nice place despite the cold. I'd imagine I'd have to get used to that."" She replied with a smile. She was adventurous enough to want to go and visit their homeworld. Her smile, however, faded when they asked about her home. She slowed slightly, but still kept walking.<br/><br/>""I... It's not like I had a bad childhood or anything. My parents were barely around sure, but I had Alris, Jyn and Jon..."" She paused. ""I just had more than a few unfortunate incidents in that childhood... more than a few due to..."" She paused again, wrapping her arms around herself. She remembered in vivid detail the dark room she had sat in. ""I don't want to talk about it."" She said firmly.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Atlannia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24533528#p24533528"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24521694#p24521694"">wrote</a>:</cite>Jyn smiled, a small and light smile. ""Sure. It probably does need a better name... thought it was kind of spur of the moment. I don't think I could live with myself if one of my friends didn't feel appreciated."" She shook his hand. ""Deal. But you have to promise to have fun on AAD (Alfenn Appreciation Day) or whatever we end up calling it."" She continued. She then took his hand, smiling. ""Come on! You don't want to miss whatever activities their planning."" She spoke, dragging Alfenn along with her whether he wanted to be dragged or not.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Wouldn't dream of it,"" replied Alfenn wryly, allowing himself to pulled along. He had grown familiar enough with this exercise to balance himself comfortably and even take in the sparkling, blue ocean while he followed, confident that nobody was willing to stand in Jynna's way. <span style=""font-style: italic"">This path is quite defensible</span> he thought idly as the incline of their journey steepened. <span style=""font-style: italic"">I wonder if this area was ever strategically significant?</span> Alfenn looked around but fir what he wasn’t sure, crumbling fortifications? bloodstains? He shook his head at his own foolishness. It was tempting to think that if enough people died in one place the land would somehow be forever altered, that some part of their spirit would linger and forever cast a solemn pall over things. But the petty squabbles of history passed in a blink of the eye to the ageless cycles of the natural world, no matter how bloody and tarnished nature would eventually reclaim any battlefield and restore it to tranquillity as though people had never set foot there. <span style=""font-style: italic"">There could be a mass grave directly below our feet right now</span> thought Alfenn and decided not share this line of consideration with Jynna. <span style=""font-style: italic"">perhaps if we get some free time I'll look for a sparring partner, I'm getting far too philosophical. </span></div></blockquote><br/>Jynna's line of thought was a lot more focused on the lush itself. She took in the glory of what was before her. She inhaled the fresh air not tainted by smoke, be it from wharfs or docks or just the drugs wafting over from the pleasure district in Aethas. It beat Aethas soundly and the Academy less so, but the garden could hardly compare to this glory. She couldn't even think of death with all this glorious plantlife around her. She seemed to gasp at everything. Occasionally slowing down to take it all in.<br/><br/>She calmed down again, now talking to Alfenn. ""I think we're getting close to wherever they're taking us."" She said."
10686,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=325,2015-05-14T05:20:00,Wolfenium,"<blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24558094#p24558094"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Wolfenium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24533804#p24533804"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""In that case, why not visit some time,"" went the young man in a fairly boisterous declaration, ""our libraries are always open to visitors. I have to warn you though. The surface often dwells at minus 20-30 degrees Celsius at minimum. You'll get used to seeing ice real fast.""<br/><br/>Niloofar, however, felt a bit discomforted by her later comment. She was not sure what she meant, but she appeared dogged by something. Edging closer, she asked, ""umm... if it's not too much to ask, is something wrong? You don't seem like you have many fond memories of home...""<br/><br/>She really did not want to intrude too much, but something about Vyna reminded her of herself, someone who did not particularly have a stable childhood. She doubted if her background was anywhere near the same - they were born in opposite ends of the social strata. But she could tell she was bothered, and she could not help but ask, if only to help her.</div></blockquote><br/>""I'll try. It sounds like a rather nice place despite the cold. I'd imagine I'd have to get used to that."" She replied with a smile. She was adventurous enough to want to go and visit their homeworld. Her smile, however, faded when they asked about her home. She slowed slightly, but still kept walking. <br/><br/>""I... It's not like I had a bad childhood or anything. My parents were barely around sure, but I had Alris, Jyn and Jon..."" She paused. ""I just had more than a few unfortunate incidents in that childhood... more than a few due to..."" She paused again, wrapping her arms around herself. She remembered in vivid detail the dark room she had sat in. ""I don't want to talk about it."" She said firmly. </div></blockquote><br/><br/>""A-Ah..."" Niloofar uttered, rubbing her arm awkwardly, ""sorry... I didn't mean to bring up anything bad. I just thought it could help you feel better. I've had unfortunate incidents too... back on my birthplace. I can understand if you don't want to relive that. I guess I was just too nosy."""
10687,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=325,2015-05-15T19:53:00,The Starlight,"<blockquote><div><cite>Zarkenis Ultima <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24518906#p24518906"">wrote</a>:</cite>Aressa was quite glad to see that most of her charges were pleased with their travel destination. She, too, was quite happy to be here, something that was more than evident judging by her demeanor, no longer solemn and serene but excited and cheerful instead. Glancing at Arcander as he noticed him approach, she was surprised to suddenly find him whispering something to her ear, not quite knowing what was going on at first, though the grin that gradually spread through her face gave away the fact that whatever it was, she was on board with it. The two of them conversed for several moments in hushed voices, unheard, before parting ways, Aressa waving off her partner as he walked off to meet up with a couple other aspirants.<br/><br/>Their little conversation over, the aspirant decided to socialize a bit with some of her charges, though she was surprised in a pleasant manner to see that most of them were having serene conversations with one another, something that she approved of. It was nice to see them getting along with each other, and it was certainly something that would be useful for them during their stay at the Silver Hand, as they would be together for the remainder of their stay, even after the aspirants like her were gone.<br/><br/>Noticing Ellyn, and furthermore noticing that this was one of those few occasions where she wasn't with Aris, the scarlet-haired aspirant decided to approach her to talk a bit. Walking up to her, she stood next to the other student and looked out at the landscape. ""Pretty, isn't it?"" She asked rhetorically, fairly confident that she knew the answer to such a question. ""Oh, and just wait until you see the forests. I'm sure they'll leave you breathless."" She said, and the anticipation in her voice was almost tangible to the younger student.<br/><br/>However, a few moments afterwards, every student who was still inside or near the landing platform would hear a powerful voice. ""Students, begin making your way to the cliffside resort now."" It said simply, and then the last of the four teachers, a man clothed in a black robe just like the others, began making his way there, most of the students soon following suit. Having finished conversing with the other aspirants, Arcander returned to the general vicinity of the group and motioned for them to hurry along. Hearing the words of the teacher, Aressa turned to Ellyn.<br/><br/>""Well, let's go. We can always talk on the way."" She stated.<br/><br/>And so, everybody began making their way up the cliff, the views changing gradually as they did, for as they gained altitude they could see more of the forests that surrounded most of the landscape, as well as the sea below the cliff, waves gently crashing against the jagged rocks below.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Looking up, beholding her redheaded instructor, she smiled and responded in a murmur, still amazed at its beauty. ""Indeed it is,"" she breathed out, exhaling softly, taking one more spin around to capture a panoramic view of the place. And here, yet another beautiful landscape that just begged to be put to brush and paint. She had never been able to resist the call, the beckoning allure of painting a beautiful landscape, she had never truly tried, and she wouldn't start now.<br/><br/>Hearing the instructions spoken up, she began following the rest, nodding to Aressa's words. As they slowly walked up, another view presented itself, the sea blue waves and the dark, stony rocks meeting together, the water slapping against the jagged points, again and again. She walked by Aressa in silence for a while, gazing at the world, and then spoke up. ""So, how many times have you been to Cathedral Gladia?"" she asked, judging that to be a good way to start the conversation."
10688,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=350,2015-05-16T02:33:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Wolfenium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24558236#p24558236"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24558094#p24558094"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I'll try. It sounds like a rather nice place despite the cold. I'd imagine I'd have to get used to that."" She replied with a smile. She was adventurous enough to want to go and visit their homeworld. Her smile, however, faded when they asked about her home. She slowed slightly, but still kept walking. <br/><br/>""I... It's not like I had a bad childhood or anything. My parents were barely around sure, but I had Alris, Jyn and Jon..."" She paused. ""I just had more than a few unfortunate incidents in that childhood... more than a few due to..."" She paused again, wrapping her arms around herself. She remembered in vivid detail the dark room she had sat in. ""I don't want to talk about it."" She said firmly. </div></blockquote><br/><br/>""A-Ah..."" Niloofar uttered, rubbing her arm awkwardly, ""sorry... I didn't mean to bring up anything bad. I just thought it could help you feel better. I've had unfortunate incidents too... back on my birthplace. I can understand if you don't want to relive that. I guess I was just too nosy.""</div></blockquote><br/>Vyna sighed, turning to face Niloofar. She paused and sighed, frowning. ""It's okay... It's just... "" She stopped again, pausing and wondering the best way to explain this. She supposed she could tell her the truth. She owed her that at least. She had stabbed her brother and thought she would stab her in the back for it. But she didn't, in fact they were now on friendly terms. Vyna wasn't sure she would be so... forgiving were the situation reversed. ""We can talk about it later maybe... I'd... Just rather not talk about it now."""
10689,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=350,2015-05-16T04:08:00,Wolfenium,"<blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24581405#p24581405"">wrote</a>:</cite>Vyna sighed, turning to face Niloofar. She paused and sighed, frowning. ""It's okay... It's just... "" She stopped again, pausing and wondering the best way to explain this. She supposed she could tell her the truth. She owed her that at least. She had stabbed her brother and thought she would stab her in the back for it. But she didn't, in fact they were now on friendly terms. Vyna wasn't sure she would be so... forgiving were the situation reversed. ""We can talk about it later maybe... I'd... Just rather not talk about it now.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""A... Alright,"" Niloofar mused, ""I guess we'll talk about something else then. Umm... Oh ya,"" she blurted, pulling out a small, handheld object wrapped in paper, ""I forgot. Here.""<br/><br/>It appeared cylindrical, with a circular shape bulging off an end. Crudely wrapped in paper, it seemed like a gift of sorts. As it turned out, inside was a strange, simplistic looking statuette, just a featureless sphere for a head on a slightly tapered cylinder. But more importantly, she demonstrated pulling the top up, exposing small hole at the top.<br/><br/>""It's a paprika shaker,"" she went, looking a little embarrassed, ""as apology for getting mad at you. I made the shaker and mix myself. I... hope it's not too silly... I don't want you to think I want a limb off you for that accident with my brother. He wouldn't like it.""<br/><br/>It was about the silliest gift anyone could have given, but she herself was not confident in anything beyond her hobbies, which was why she joined the metallurgy and cooking clubs. She only hoped Vyna did not take it the wrong way. She nearly decided on salt until she realized how ironic that would have been.<br/><br/><hr/><br/>Trailing behind the group as they ascended the cliffside, Eamonn was still a bit lost in his own thoughts. Fixated at the scenery, he could not help but feel its initial luster wear thin a bit. While beautiful as Gardia looked, he could still feel the earthen soil beneath the grass rub against his sole. He hated to imagine it, but he could still see Eiru in its present form behind the mask of vegetation. All it would have taken was something as calamitous as the Dragon invasion.<br/><br/>Looking ahead, he could see the various students and aspirants talking among themselves in excitement. It was a rather bitter feeling, being at the back; though, by his own admission, he had not really done much to speak to the other students, much less make friends.After what had happened, he felt he could not tie anyone to his burden. He hated to imagine them in the same position as his old friends at the sadist's hands. Absentmindedly, he began to sing a<a class=""postlink"" href=""https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y0Z4iMRKBc4"" rel=""nofollow"">small song</a>to pass the time up the cliff. In a language only he understood here, it sounded peaceful and melodic, especially from someone as troubled like him.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center"">Maidin moch do ghabhas amach,<br/>Ar bruach Locha Léin;<br/>An Samhradh teacht's an chraobh len'ais,<br/>Is ionrach te ón ngréin,<br/>Ar thaisteal dom trí bhailte<br/>poirt is bánta mine réidhe,<br/>Cé a gheobhainn le máis ach an chúileann deas,<br/>Le fáinne geal an lae.</div></blockquote>"
10690,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=350,2015-05-17T05:16:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Wolfenium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24581678#p24581678"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24581405#p24581405"">wrote</a>:</cite>Vyna sighed, turning to face Niloofar. She paused and sighed, frowning. ""It's okay... It's just... "" She stopped again, pausing and wondering the best way to explain this. She supposed she could tell her the truth. She owed her that at least. She had stabbed her brother and thought she would stab her in the back for it. But she didn't, in fact they were now on friendly terms. Vyna wasn't sure she would be so... forgiving were the situation reversed. ""We can talk about it later maybe... I'd... Just rather not talk about it now.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""A... Alright,"" Niloofar mused, ""I guess we'll talk about something else then. Umm... Oh ya,"" she blurted, pulling out a small, handheld object wrapped in paper, ""I forgot. Here.""<br/><br/>It appeared cylindrical, with a circular shape bulging off an end. Crudely wrapped in paper, it seemed like a gift of sorts. As it turned out, inside was a strange, simplistic looking statuette, just a featureless sphere for a head on a slightly tapered cylinder. But more importantly, she demonstrated pulling the top up, exposing small hole at the top.<br/><br/>""It's a paprika shaker,"" she went, looking a little embarrassed, ""as apology for getting mad at you. I made the shaker and mix myself. I... hope it's not too silly... I don't want you to think I want a limb off you for that accident with my brother. He wouldn't like it.""<br/><br/>It was about the silliest gift anyone could have given, but she herself was not confident in anything beyond her hobbies, which was why she joined the metallurgy and cooking clubs. She only hoped Vyna did not take it the wrong way. She nearly decided on salt until she realized how ironic that would have been. <br/></div></blockquote><br/>""It's... great."" She replied, there was a gracious smile on her face as she took it. She was definitely grateful for the gift, though more for what it represented. Forgiveness. Though she wondered if there was any hidden meaning behind this.<span style=""font-style: italic"">If it was salt or something I would be more concerned.</span>She decided. ""I... don't know what to say. Thank you. This actually means a lot to me. "" Vyna replied. She would have hugged the other girl were it socially acceptable.<br/><br/>""As I said... I'll talk later."" She spoke, curling her hand around the shaker, looking for a place to put it. ""There... might be something I could use your help for."""
10691,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=350,2015-05-17T05:58:00,Atlannia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24558094#p24558094"">wrote</a>:</cite>Jynna's line of thought was a lot more focused on the lush itself. She took in the glory of what was before her. She inhaled the fresh air not tainted by smoke, be it from wharfs or docks or just the drugs wafting over from the pleasure district in Aethas. It beat Aethas soundly and the Academy less so, but the garden could hardly compare to this glory. She couldn't even think of death with all this glorious plantlife around her. She seemed to gasp at everything. Occasionally slowing down to take it all in. <br/><br/>She calmed down again, now talking to Alfenn. ""I think we're getting close to wherever they're taking us."" She said.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Hm? Oh yes,"" replied Alfenn, snapping out of his musings suddenly. ""It's that building up there isn't it? It looks pleasant enough from here,""<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Though one should always reserve judgement on accommodation until one has seen the bathroom</span>he added silently, nodding to himself.<span style=""font-style: italic"">I doubt the Phantom Blade would put us up in a subpar establishment... especially since the teachers are staying in the same place...Unless this an elaborate set up for some survival training!</span>Alfenn's brow creased suddenly as his mind began racing with thoughts of double bluffs and ruses.<span style=""font-style: italic"">The staff and seniors get to stay in the resort while we're forced to camp outside in the howling wind and pounding rain? Is that it?!</span>He looked up and took in the merrily shining sun and the gentle waves below them.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Probably not on the balance of things</span>he decided, almost reluctantly. Besides the enthusiasm of their guides had seemed genuine rather than mischievous, unless he had seriously underestimated their deceptive abilities the activities in store for them were likely to be at least intended as pleasant. Alfenn realised he had drifted off again. ""Sorry,"" he said to Jynna ""What were we talking about again?"""
10692,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=350,2015-05-19T01:05:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Atlannia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24594569#p24594569"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24558094#p24558094"">wrote</a>:</cite>Jynna's line of thought was a lot more focused on the lush itself. She took in the glory of what was before her. She inhaled the fresh air not tainted by smoke, be it from wharfs or docks or just the drugs wafting over from the pleasure district in Aethas. It beat Aethas soundly and the Academy less so, but the garden could hardly compare to this glory. She couldn't even think of death with all this glorious plantlife around her. She seemed to gasp at everything. Occasionally slowing down to take it all in. <br/><br/>She calmed down again, now talking to Alfenn. ""I think we're getting close to wherever they're taking us."" She said.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Hm? Oh yes,"" replied Alfenn, snapping out of his musings suddenly. ""It's that building up there isn't it? It looks pleasant enough from here,"" <br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Though one should always reserve judgement on accommodation until one has seen the bathroom</span> he added silently, nodding to himself. <span style=""font-style: italic"">I doubt the Phantom Blade would put us up in a subpar establishment... especially since the teachers are staying in the same place...Unless this an elaborate set up for some survival training!</span> Alfenn's brow creased suddenly as his mind began racing with thoughts of double bluffs and ruses. <span style=""font-style: italic"">The staff and seniors get to stay in the resort while we're forced to camp outside in the howling wind and pounding rain? Is that it?!</span> He looked up and took in the merrily shining sun and the gentle waves below them. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Probably not on the balance of things</span> he decided, almost reluctantly. Besides the enthusiasm of their guides had seemed genuine rather than mischievous, unless he had seriously underestimated their deceptive abilities the activities in store for them were likely to be at least intended as pleasant. Alfenn realised he had drifted off again. ""Sorry,"" he said to Jynna ""What were we talking about again?""</div></blockquote><br/>Jynna was a little concerned when Alfenn looked upset. She had frowned slightly when he did so, almost tempted to shake him or have her hand in front of his face to get him to stop wondering about whatever it was that was plaguing him. ""Well, we were talking about the building, but then you kinda spaced out for a bit."" she replied. ""What were you thinking about, you look a little concerned?"" She asked, worried about her friend."
10693,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=350,2015-05-19T03:32:00,Wolfenium,"<blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24594356#p24594356"">wrote</a>:</cite>""It's... great."" She replied, there was a gracious smile on her face as she took it. She was definitely grateful for the gift, though more for what it represented. Forgiveness. Though she wondered if there was any hidden meaning behind this. <span style=""font-style: italic"">If it was salt or something I would be more concerned.</span> She decided. ""I... don't know what to say. Thank you. This actually means a lot to me. "" Vyna replied. She would have hugged the other girl were it socially acceptable. </div></blockquote><br/><br/>""No problem,"" she waved off cheerfully, ""I just thought I should put the duel behind us. Like I said, we're classmates. No point nursing a grudge over accidents.""<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24594356#p24594356"">wrote</a>:</cite>""As I said... I'll talk later."" She spoke, curling her hand around the shaker, looking for a place to put it. ""There... might be something I could use your help for.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Widening her eyes a bit in surprise, Niloofar went, ""hm? For what?"" She found the query rather strange. She really could not imagine what help she could be to Vyna. Shrugging, she told her, ""ask away. I'll see if I can help you."""
10694,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=350,2015-05-20T04:50:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Wolfenium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24617751#p24617751"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24594356#p24594356"">wrote</a>:</cite>""It's... great."" She replied, there was a gracious smile on her face as she took it. She was definitely grateful for the gift, though more for what it represented. Forgiveness. Though she wondered if there was any hidden meaning behind this. <span style=""font-style: italic"">If it was salt or something I would be more concerned.</span> She decided. ""I... don't know what to say. Thank you. This actually means a lot to me. "" Vyna replied. She would have hugged the other girl were it socially acceptable. </div></blockquote><br/><br/>""No problem,"" she waved off cheerfully, ""I just thought I should put the duel behind us. Like I said, we're classmates. No point nursing a grudge over accidents.""<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24594356#p24594356"">wrote</a>:</cite>""As I said... I'll talk later."" She spoke, curling her hand around the shaker, looking for a place to put it. ""There... might be something I could use your help for.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Widening her eyes a bit in surprise, Niloofar went, ""hm? For what?"" She found the query rather strange. She really could not imagine what help she could be to Vyna. Shrugging, she told her, ""ask away. I'll see if I can help you.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Of course. Grudges can be quite pointless things really."" Vyna replied, she bowed her head slightly ""I apologise again for what happened. And also for calling your brother a pervert. I think that might have been a little too far."" She joked, smiling slightly though awkwardly, hoping that she would understand that she was just trying to put it behind her with a little light humour. She then frowned slightly, becoming more serious. ""I'm not sure I can explain it here..."" She said."
10695,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=350,2015-05-20T05:06:00,Atlannia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24617395#p24617395"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Atlannia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24594569#p24594569"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Jynna was a little concerned when Alfenn looked upset. She had frowned slightly when he did so, almost tempted to shake him or have her hand in front of his face to get him to stop wondering about whatever it was that was plaguing him. ""Well, we were talking about the building, but then you kinda spaced out for a bit."" she replied. ""What were you thinking about, you look a little concerned?"" She asked, worried about her friend.</div></blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Oh I was just letting my imagination get the best of me,"" answered Alfenn, a little surprised that she had read his line of thinking so clearly. ""If one of my tutors on Charen had taken me to a place like this I would have been immediately suspicious, they were all rather old fashioned and it probably would have been some kind of surprise training or something,"" Alfenn looked up to the sky thoughtfully. ""I don't really think that's the case here, the teachers so far have been quite different from my tutors,"""
10696,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=350,2015-05-20T05:26:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Atlannia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24630936#p24630936"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24617395#p24617395"">wrote</a>:</cite></div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Oh I was just letting my imagination get the best of me,"" answered Alfenn, a little surprised that she had read his line of thinking so clearly. ""If one of my tutors on Charen had taken me to a place like this I would have been immediately suspicious, they were all rather old fashioned and it probably would have been some kind of surprise training or something,"" Alfenn looked up to the sky thoughtfully. ""I don't really think that's the case here, the teachers so far have been quite different from my tutors,""</div></blockquote><br/>""Oh, so you were wondering if this was some sort of trap?"" Jynna asked. ""I... that hadn't even crossed my mind. But I don't think they'd do that. Though if they did I would be very annoyed."" She replied. It was then that Jyn realised that she didn't know all that much about Alfenn's life before joining the academy. She paused, then decided against asking. It was obvious that at least some of it was painful. She decided instead to ask about things he might be able to share. ""So you're tutors... What were they like?"" She asked. ""Our combat trainers were harsh, though I don't think any of them would have planned surprise training. Though we did go through masters rather quick... they kept... disappearing..."""
10697,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=350,2015-05-20T06:14:00,Atlannia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24631072#p24631072"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Oh, so you were wondering if this was some sort of trap?"" Jynna asked. ""I... that hadn't even crossed my mind. But I don't think they'd do that. Though if they did I would be very annoyed."" She replied. It was then that Jyn realised that she didn't know all that much about Alfenn's life before joining the academy. She paused, then decided against asking. It was obvious that at least some of it was painful. She decided instead to ask about things he might be able to share. ""So you're tutors... What were they like?"" She asked. ""Our combat trainers were harsh, though I don't think any of them would have planned surprise training. Though we did go through masters rather quick... they kept... disappearing...""</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Disappear?</span>Alfenn raised an eyebrow but decided not to pursue that line of enquiry further for fear of disturbing the comfortable atmosphere once more. ""well..."" he began ""My tutors were all knights of the order who were too old for combat, which in the Black Cup was<span style=""font-style: italic"">exceedingly</span>old. The worst were the history tutors, they were even older than the rest and were constantly getting their dates mixed up. Because they'd actually fought in half of the damn battles they were talking to they'd refuse to consult any records at all and just go off memory. Every battle eventually turned into some variant of 'And there were 10,000 of them and we had twelve men and a dog with three legs on our side so I had to personally slay 20,000 of them myself and build the road you ungrateful snots take to town at the same time and it was raining the whole time too,"" Alfenn rolled his eyes in an uncharacteristically petulant gesture. ""Infuriating old men, eventually I was able to convince Father to let me study history myself and had a great deal more success, I never got rid of my fencing instructor in the same way though."" Alfenn smiled darkly. ""Sir Moratt, what a character. He was the sort who<span style=""font-style: italic"">would</span>take you to a resort and turn it into a trap. He actually did something quite similar to that, we went on a 'sightseeing tour' of one of our colonies that ended up with me dumped on the uninhabited side of the planet with the only means of contacting anybody being an emergency beacon that landed in the middle of a lake,"" Alfenn put his hands in his pockets. ""He was in orbit over me the whole time judging by how quickly he arrived when I finally got the bloody thing running so I wasn't in any real danger. But I certainly didn't learn a damned thing about fencing,"""
10698,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=350,2015-05-20T07:03:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Atlannia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24631312#p24631312"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24631072#p24631072"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Oh, so you were wondering if this was some sort of trap?"" Jynna asked. ""I... that hadn't even crossed my mind. But I don't think they'd do that. Though if they did I would be very annoyed."" She replied. It was then that Jyn realised that she didn't know all that much about Alfenn's life before joining the academy. She paused, then decided against asking. It was obvious that at least some of it was painful. She decided instead to ask about things he might be able to share. ""So you're tutors... What were they like?"" She asked. ""Our combat trainers were harsh, though I don't think any of them would have planned surprise training. Though we did go through masters rather quick... they kept... disappearing...""</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Disappear?</span> Alfenn raised an eyebrow but decided not to pursue that line of enquiry further for fear of disturbing the comfortable atmosphere once more. ""well..."" he began ""My tutors were all knights of the order who were too old for combat, which in the Black Cup was <span style=""font-style: italic"">exceedingly</span> old. The worst were the history tutors, they were even older than the rest and were constantly getting their dates mixed up. Because they'd actually fought in half of the damn battles they were talking to they'd refuse to consult any records at all and just go off memory. Every battle eventually turned into some variant of 'And there were 10,000 of them and we had twelve men and a dog with three legs on our side so I had to personally slay 20,000 of them myself and build the road you ungrateful snots take to town at the same time and it was raining the whole time too,"" Alfenn rolled his eyes in an uncharacteristically petulant gesture. ""Infuriating old men, eventually I was able to convince Father to let me study history myself and had a great deal more success, I never got rid of my fencing instructor in the same way though."" Alfenn smiled darkly. ""Sir Moratt, what a character. He was the sort who <span style=""font-style: italic"">would</span> take you to a resort and turn it into a trap. He actually did something quite similar to that, we went on a 'sightseeing tour' of one of our colonies that ended up with me dumped on the uninhabited side of the planet with the only means of contacting anybody being an emergency beacon that landed in the middle of a lake,"" Alfenn put his hands in his pockets. ""He was in orbit over me the whole time judging by how quickly he arrived when I finally got the bloody thing running so I wasn't in any real danger. But I certainly didn't learn a damned thing about fencing,""</div></blockquote><br/>By disappeared, Jynna was refering to the fact that a lot of their instructors found working in Aethas a hazard to their health, and just quietly left without telling her parents. There were also a few incidents where they didn't leave like that, but the less said about them the better. ""That sort of thing must have sucked. I mean what were you supposed to learn? How to find a beacon? How to swim?"" Jynna asked, noting how he seemed quite irritated by them. ""We kinda got the opposite with history. People with no real connection to the material reading it like a menu."" She said with a tad bit of annoyance. ""We didn't have anyone quite like Sir Morrat, but we did manage to get a weapons tutor named Tibalt who seemed to enjoy causing us pain."" She explained. ""He would run the most painful and gruelling exercises. Our parents gave the tutors permission to do whatever they wanted pretty much, so most lessons were hellish. Informative and useful, but hellish."" She explained. ""He also seemed to take a liking to me for some reason. He said it was because I was a good student, but I think it was just because I could take a lot more punishment than my siblings... He was creepy... Luckily he went over the line a couple times too often and our parents had to dismiss him."" She sighed. ""One of the few who didn't leave voluntarily..."""
10699,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=350,2015-05-23T01:01:00,Wolfenium,"<blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24630851#p24630851"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Wolfenium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24617751#p24617751"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""No problem,"" she waved off cheerfully, ""I just thought I should put the duel behind us. Like I said, we're classmates. No point nursing a grudge over accidents.""<br/><br/><br/><br/>Widening her eyes a bit in surprise, Niloofar went, ""hm? For what?"" She found the query rather strange. She really could not imagine what help she could be to Vyna. Shrugging, she told her, ""ask away. I'll see if I can help you.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Of course. Grudges can be quite pointless things really."" Vyna replied, she bowed her head slightly ""I apologise again for what happened. And also for calling your brother a pervert. I think that might have been a little too far."" She joked, smiling slightly though awkwardly, hoping that she would understand that she was just trying to put it behind her with a little light humour. She then frowned slightly, becoming more serious. ""I'm not sure I can explain it here..."" She said.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Uh, huh..."" the twintail uttered, tilting her head a bit as she tried to discern what she meant. She never heard of her brother complaining about it. Then again, the trip at the arena was quite rapidly overshadowed by what came after, so she simply assumed he forgot about it, or just did not care. But what concerned her was why Vyna was reluctant to explain. Sensing a need for privacy, she whispered in her ear, ""we'll let the others go ahead, you can tell me once we're following at the back."""
10700,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=350,2015-05-24T20:51:00,Zarkenis Ultima,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Starlight <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24578837#p24578837"">wrote</a>:</cite>Looking up, beholding her redheaded instructor, she smiled and responded in a murmur, still amazed at its beauty. ""Indeed it is,"" she breathed out, exhaling softly, taking one more spin around to capture a panoramic view of the place. And here, yet another beautiful landscape that just begged to be put to brush and paint. She had never been able to resist the call, the beckoning allure of painting a beautiful landscape, she had never truly tried, and she wouldn't start now. <br/><br/>Hearing the instructions spoken up, she began following the rest, nodding to Aressa's words. As they slowly walked up, another view presented itself, the sea blue waves and the dark, stony rocks meeting together, the water slapping against the jagged points, again and again. She walked by Aressa in silence for a while, gazing at the world, and then spoke up. ""So, how many times have you been to Cathedral Gladia?"" she asked, judging that to be a good way to start the conversation.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Two times, before this one."" The red-haired warrior said in response to the younger student's question, smiling as she noticed that the other girl, too, seemed very appreciative of the natural gifts of the land they now strode upon. With no small degree of amusement, the aspirant realized that Ellyn's apparent fascination at the lush and colorful landscape reminded her of herself during her first visit to Cathedral Gladia.<br/><br/>""The first time I came here was on my first year in the Silver Hand, during a trip just like this one. We even had Professor Cyranis with us back then as well, though the other teachers were all different. A couple of them have retired already."" She began, placing her hands in her pristine white uniform's pockets and looking out at the horizon as she began to reminisce. ""I was just starting to warm up to Arc and the others when we arrived here. He had a solid crush on Eleasir at the time, so I spent most of the trip trying to stop him from doing something stupid to impress her. It<span style=""font-style: italic"">was</span>quite a fun time, in retrospect, though I was more than a little grumpy about having to babysit him."" She giggled, taking a breath and pausing for a moment before continuing. ""I was completely awed when we saw the forests though. They were far beyond anything I had ever seen before, even in Adonea. I hope you and the others like them as well."" She said, and looked as though she was about to continue telling Ellyn about her past years in the Silver Hand Academy, when she suddenly stopped and clasped her hands together in front of herself.<br/><br/>""But anyways, we're here. I'll tell you about my second trip some other time, if you'd like to hear it."" She said, before increasing her pace as she walked forward. And indeed, they had arrived at the cliffside resort, able to gaze upon it much more clearly now. It was a huge building indeed, able to comfortably give lodging to a group roughly one and a half times the size of the Northern Branch's students and what staff members accompanied them. Its clear white walls with blue decals had a metallic sheen to them, reflecting part of the bright sunlight that shone down on the lush Cathedral. A smell of cleanliness seemed to roll forth from the building, not chemical in its nature, but rather in harmony with the surroundings. Numerous elongated windows and sizeable balconies dotted its walls, and the entrance, a large rectangular gateway with sliding double doors of reinforced glass, allowed students to peek at the inside of the building, white and blue mosaic floor continuing the motif of the structure's outer walls while numerous holographic images of Gladia's various landscapes were displayed on the inner walls of the resort.<br/><br/>Of course, those outside may or may not have been able to appreciate the inside of the building, since there were quite a lot of students within already, with all four of the teachers and even some medics straining themselves a bit to maintain some semblance of order, aided by the numerous staff of the cliffside resort itself, who acted swiftly and efficiently, leading groups of students away to their designated rooms.<br/><br/>""Welcome to the Ocean Gazer, young masters, we hope you enjoy your stay."" A woman in a stylish white and blue attendant uniform told them, bowing slightly, her white hair brushing past her shoulders as she did so. The two guides of the A-23 group nodded politely at her before stepping inside, constantly looking back to make sure that their charges were nearby at all times.<br/><br/>""Students!"" Came the booming voice of the titan Ilkalos. ""You are free to change into civilian clothes for the remainder of your stay, but you WILL report back here before curfew as per usual, and you WILL respect this building, its staff and property, and the entirety of Cathedral Gladia during your stay here."" The professor stated, not bothering to ask if everything was understood, because it damn better be. ""In addition, you WILL be in your uniform when we depart back to Cathedral Arcadia on the evening of the third day. That is all!""<br/><br/>Once the briefing was over, Arcander turned to his group. ""Well, you heard the lion roar. We'll head to our suite so you can all change and then we can grab something to eat."" He said, before intercepting a passing member of the Ocean Gazer's staff and exchanging a few words. Turning back to the group once again, he motioned for them to follow. Up the stairs they went, and were eventually led to the part of the hotel where they would be staying. And indeed, Arcander wasn't kidding when he said they had a<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://fc05.deviantart.net/fs70/i/2010/235/d/7/Futuristic_Room_by_aurora2109green.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">suite</a>all to themselves, sunlight streaking in through the pristine windows. The attendant excused himself and walked away to tend to other matters, leaving the A-23 group to themselves.<br/><br/>""Alright, here's the rundown. There's air conditioners here and in every individual bedroom, if you want to use them. The door of the suite will only open for us or members of the hotel or the school's staff. The bedrooms here are for two people. You're free to have the same arrangement as in the Academy, or a different one, but keep in mind that there shouldn't be any mix-"" Aressa spoke, but was interrupted when Arcander wrapped an arm around her shoulders and pulled her in close in a friendly one-armed hug.<br/><br/>""There shouldn't be any mixed feelings about your room arrangements because we're all here to enjoy ourselves, right? So go ahead and bunk with whomever you want."" He said with a grin. Aressa looked at him for several moments with an expression completely devoid of amusement, before sighing and nodding.<br/><br/>""What he said. I'm going to change."" She said, squriming out of the taller student's embrace and then heading over to one of the<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://www.hometrendesign.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/02/futuristic-bedroom-design-in-hotel-Q-germany.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">bedrooms</a>. Arcander soon did the same, leaving the students to their devices for a few minutes."
10701,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=350,2015-05-25T08:46:00,Charmera,"Once in the room, Vyna grabbed one of the rooms to change, as did Vyna and Jon (Though, separate rooms) Jon managed to change first into regular attire. He and his sisters seemed to agree this was a nice suite indeed. Plus the rooms seemed nice too. He supposed he might enjoy it here, though the mask now around his face would take some getting used to. Still it was too bring and too humid. It reminded him a little of home sure, but it was still fairly dull as planets go. He was the type who tended to look beyond the ""pretty but dim"" people, places were no different. He could tell this was a world with very nice views and not a lot to do that doesn't involve hugging a tree...<br/><br/>He moved towards Ritz with a sigh, turning towards her. ""Please tell me I don't look as ridiculous in this mask as I think I do?"" He often didn't have long conversations with Ritz. He would if she would like, but she seemed to be the more quiet type, so usually he spoke only if she started the conversation. It was nice being with her regardless of conversation though. It was comforting, Still, he felt he should ask someone..."
10702,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=350,2015-05-25T16:49:00,Esternial,"The resort was impressive indeed, but to Ritz it couldn't stand up to the unbridled nature that lied stretched out before it, gazing out across the landscape through the massive panoramic window with an almost childlike glee. She could pick a room later.<br/><br/>Though she was eager to go out and explore, something in the back of her mind nudged her towards her luggage and the metal case she brought along with her. She could just as well combine the pleasant with the practical. Inside it sat two funnel-shaped constructs, covered with almost snow-white metal plating to protect the delicate machinery inside. Gingerly, Ritz picked one up and lifted it up, tilting her head slightly to the side as the metal reflected the sunlight beaming in through the window towards her.<br/><br/>Completely focused on the small machine in her hands, Ritz almost felt as if it was alive. In a way, it was. Barely larger than an apple, this white funnel contained some of Ritz' own energy, connected to her through a single invisible thread. It was a part of her.<br/><br/>Gently she began to hum, and when her lips parted she softly sang. Chanting, but gentler. The small device came to life and began to lift itself up from her hands, guided by Ritz voice and fuelled by her energy. It was like a little creature that rose from her palms and began to explore, its movements a bit erratic and twitchy. Ritz stopped her chant and smiled, watching it hover quietly beside her, following her as she moved, guided by the invisible link between them.<br/><br/>""Please tell me I don't look as ridiculous in this mask as I think I do?""<br/><br/>Ritz turned towards Jon and smiled, seeing him in almost visible agony over the mask covering a large part of his face.<br/><br/>""Probably not as much as you think, but..."" She replied, deliberately leaving her sentence unfinished, the corners of her mouth creeping upwards in an innocent grin. She turned around, facing the window.<br/><br/>""Beautiful, isn't it?"" The young woman added, looking out towards the distance, before gently tapping the funnel floating beside her. The device responded by following her hand, following it as she drew small circle in the air before gently landing in the palm of her hand.<br/><br/>""Stress, worries, sadness...I can feel it all fade away here."""
10703,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=350,2015-05-26T05:23:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Esternial <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24697898#p24697898"">wrote</a>:</cite>The resort was impressive indeed, but to Ritz it couldn't stand up to the unbridled nature that lied stretched out before it, gazing out across the landscape through the massive panoramic window with an almost childlike glee. She could pick a room later.<br/><br/>Though she was eager to go out and explore, something in the back of her mind nudged her towards her luggage and the metal case she brought along with her. She could just as well combine the pleasant with the practical. Inside it sat two funnel-shaped constructs, covered with almost snow-white metal plating to protect the delicate machinery inside. Gingerly, Ritz picked one up and lifted it up, tilting her head slightly to the side as the metal reflected the sunlight beaming in through the window towards her. <br/><br/>Completely focused on the small machine in her hands, Ritz almost felt as if it was alive. In a way, it was. Barely larger than an apple, this white funnel contained some of Ritz' own energy, connected to her through a single invisible thread. It was a part of her.<br/><br/>Gently she began to hum, and when her lips parted she softly sang. Chanting, but gentler. The small device came to life and began to lift itself up from her hands, guided by Ritz voice and fuelled by her energy. It was like a little creature that rose from her palms and began to explore, its movements a bit erratic and twitchy. Ritz stopped her chant and smiled, watching it hover quietly beside her, following her as she moved, guided by the invisible link between them. <br/><br/>""Please tell me I don't look as ridiculous in this mask as I think I do?"" <br/><br/>Ritz turned towards Jon and smiled, seeing him in almost visible agony over the mask covering a large part of his face. <br/><br/>""Probably not as much as you think, but..."" She replied, deliberately leaving her sentence unfinished, the corners of her mouth creeping upwards in an innocent grin. She turned around, facing the window.<br/><br/>""Beautiful, isn't it?"" The young woman added, looking out towards the distance, before gently tapping the funnel floating beside her. The device responded by following her hand, following it as she drew small circle in the air before gently landing in the palm of her hand.<br/><br/>""Stress, worries, sadness...I can feel it all fade away here.""</div></blockquote><br/>Jon chuckled then shrugged. He was smiling under the oversized mask. It hid his cheeks, mouth and nose from view. It was helping with his alergies, so there was that. The only problem was that it made him look like patient zero. ""I look like I'm infected..."" he spoke, then walked towards Ritz. He was shorter that the average person, and quite wiry in frame, though he did have some strength.<br/><br/>""Beautiful... I suppose I have to admit it is. Very pretty..."" He spoke, pausing for a moment and looking at the view. ""Though,,, This whole one with nature business is more Jyn's thing than mine."" He didn't mention his mental comment on how this place looked pretty let likely had little to offer. He tended to tone down his sarkyness a tad for Ritz, mostly as he wasn't certain she would be amused and he didn't want to annoy her. She was probably one of the few people outside his family that was friends with him.<br/><br/>He noticed the thing in her hands. ""Huh..."" He started. 'What's that?"""
10704,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=350,2015-05-26T12:46:00,Esternial,"<blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24702760#p24702760"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Esternial <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24697898#p24697898"">wrote</a>:</cite>The resort was impressive indeed, but to Ritz it couldn't stand up to the unbridled nature that lied stretched out before it, gazing out across the landscape through the massive panoramic window with an almost childlike glee. She could pick a room later.<br/><br/>Though she was eager to go out and explore, something in the back of her mind nudged her towards her luggage and the metal case she brought along with her. She could just as well combine the pleasant with the practical. Inside it sat two funnel-shaped constructs, covered with almost snow-white metal plating to protect the delicate machinery inside. Gingerly, Ritz picked one up and lifted it up, tilting her head slightly to the side as the metal reflected the sunlight beaming in through the window towards her. <br/><br/>Completely focused on the small machine in her hands, Ritz almost felt as if it was alive. In a way, it was. Barely larger than an apple, this white funnel contained some of Ritz' own energy, connected to her through a single invisible thread. It was a part of her.<br/><br/>Gently she began to hum, and when her lips parted she softly sang. Chanting, but gentler. The small device came to life and began to lift itself up from her hands, guided by Ritz voice and fuelled by her energy. It was like a little creature that rose from her palms and began to explore, its movements a bit erratic and twitchy. Ritz stopped her chant and smiled, watching it hover quietly beside her, following her as she moved, guided by the invisible link between them. <br/><br/>""Please tell me I don't look as ridiculous in this mask as I think I do?"" <br/><br/>Ritz turned towards Jon and smiled, seeing him in almost visible agony over the mask covering a large part of his face. <br/><br/>""Probably not as much as you think, but..."" She replied, deliberately leaving her sentence unfinished, the corners of her mouth creeping upwards in an innocent grin. She turned around, facing the window.<br/><br/>""Beautiful, isn't it?"" The young woman added, looking out towards the distance, before gently tapping the funnel floating beside her. The device responded by following her hand, following it as she drew small circle in the air before gently landing in the palm of her hand.<br/><br/>""Stress, worries, sadness...I can feel it all fade away here.""</div></blockquote><br/>Jon chuckled then shrugged. He was smiling under the oversized mask. It hid his cheeks, mouth and nose from view. It was helping with his alergies, so there was that. The only problem was that it made him look like patient zero. ""I look like I'm infected..."" he spoke, then walked towards Ritz. He was shorter that the average person, and quite wiry in frame, though he did have some strength. <br/><br/>""Beautiful... I suppose I have to admit it is. Very pretty..."" He spoke, pausing for a moment and looking at the view. ""Though,,, This whole one with nature business is more Jyn's thing than mine."" He didn't mention his mental comment on how this place looked pretty let likely had little to offer. He tended to tone down his sarkyness a tad for Ritz, mostly as he wasn't certain she would be amused and he didn't want to annoy her. She was probably one of the few people outside his family that was friends with him. <br/><br/>He noticed the thing in her hands. ""Huh..."" He started. 'What's that?""</div></blockquote><br/>Though he didn't say it, Ritz could see that Jon had mixed feelings on the view. She didn't mind, even if he were to voice what was really on his mind. Maybe her abilities contributed to her inner serenity and near-supernatural tolerance of Jon's sour moods, but over the years her personality had been cultivated into a steadfast bastion of calm with foundations that reached deep into her psyche. It took a lot to truly upset her, and she would be a presence to be feared by all should that day ever come.<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Atomos</span>and<span style=""font-style: italic"">Akamptos</span>"" Ritz replied, picking up the second metal funnel from her case. One in each hand, she turned towards Jon, a hint of nervosity noticeable in her posture. She had never ""performed"" in front of others, at least not consciously.<br/><br/>Clearing her throat, Ritz began to sing, softly as she did before. Both funnels responded to her voice and the energy flowing into their casings, becoming increasingly warmer to the touch as they rose from her hands and began to hover around her, almost dancing as she guided their perfectly choreographed movements with her voice and the delicate movements of her hand.<br/><br/>""I had them commissioned for me. I'm still getting used to them..."" She explained, the movement of the two devices becoming more sluggish as she spoke, less direct. Their presence felt strange, like an extension of herself, two limbs she had never used until now. Using them required a conscious effort, combining the movements of her hand and her chanting to make their movements as precise as possible. In time, Ritz hoped it would require less focus to operate them, but it was too early to tell.<br/><br/>""Lancet."" Ritz whispered calmly. Both funnels responded by producing a high-pitched sound, shrill, but quiet enough to remain tolerable for the ears. The sound continued unabated, but after a few moments a visible glow became visible around the funnel's axis, slowly becoming more dense until the glow formed a solid disc of energy. Rotating at a high speed, thin blades of energy projected between two sections of plating formed a single disc. As quickly as the demonstration began, it ended. The energy blades vanished, along with the soft shriek that came from the funnels, and they returned back into the palms of her hands.<br/><br/>""It'll take some time before I can use them effectively, but...I guess dedication will pay off...hopefully."""
10705,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=350,2015-05-27T19:48:00,Wolfenium,"<blockquote><div><cite>Esternial <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24706380#p24706380"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24702760#p24702760"">wrote</a>:</cite>Jon chuckled then shrugged. He was smiling under the oversized mask. It hid his cheeks, mouth and nose from view. It was helping with his alergies, so there was that. The only problem was that it made him look like patient zero. ""I look like I'm infected..."" he spoke, then walked towards Ritz. He was shorter that the average person, and quite wiry in frame, though he did have some strength. <br/><br/>""Beautiful... I suppose I have to admit it is. Very pretty..."" He spoke, pausing for a moment and looking at the view. ""Though,,, This whole one with nature business is more Jyn's thing than mine."" He didn't mention his mental comment on how this place looked pretty let likely had little to offer. He tended to tone down his sarkyness a tad for Ritz, mostly as he wasn't certain she would be amused and he didn't want to annoy her. She was probably one of the few people outside his family that was friends with him. <br/><br/>He noticed the thing in her hands. ""Huh..."" He started. 'What's that?""</div></blockquote><br/>Though he didn't say it, Ritz could see that Jon had mixed feelings on the view. She didn't mind, even if he were to voice what was really on his mind. Maybe her abilities contributed to her inner serenity and near-supernatural tolerance of Jon's sour moods, but over the years her personality had been cultivated into a steadfast bastion of calm with foundations that reached deep into her psyche. It took a lot to truly upset her, and she would be a presence to be feared by all should that day ever come.<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Atomos</span> and <span style=""font-style: italic"">Akamptos</span>"" Ritz replied, picking up the second metal funnel from her case. One in each hand, she turned towards Jon, a hint of nervosity noticeable in her posture. She had never ""performed"" in front of others, at least not consciously. <br/><br/>Clearing her throat, Ritz began to sing, softly as she did before. Both funnels responded to her voice and the energy flowing into their casings, becoming increasingly warmer to the touch as they rose from her hands and began to hover around her, almost dancing as she guided their perfectly choreographed movements with her voice and the delicate movements of her hand. <br/><br/>""I had them commissioned for me. I'm still getting used to them..."" She explained, the movement of the two devices becoming more sluggish as she spoke, less direct. Their presence felt strange, like an extension of herself, two limbs she had never used until now. Using them required a conscious effort, combining the movements of her hand and her chanting to make their movements as precise as possible. In time, Ritz hoped it would require less focus to operate them, but it was too early to tell. <br/><br/>""Lancet."" Ritz whispered calmly. Both funnels responded by producing a high-pitched sound, shrill, but quiet enough to remain tolerable for the ears. The sound continued unabated, but after a few moments a visible glow became visible around the funnel's axis, slowly becoming more dense until the glow formed a solid disc of energy. Rotating at a high speed, thin blades of energy projected between two sections of plating formed a single disc. As quickly as the demonstration began, it ended. The energy blades vanished, along with the soft shriek that came from the funnels, and they returned back into the palms of her hands.<br/><br/>""It'll take some time before I can use them effectively, but...I guess dedication will pay off...hopefully.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Well, that's why we're here, aren't we,"" went another girl's voice in a rather curt voice, ""to learn.""<br/><br/>Leaning against the side of the wall with her hands hidden behind her back, Niloofar seemed to be waiting for Jon and Ritz to finish talking. She appeared nervous, unsure at addressing the girl. Given her backlash earlier, it was understandable that they would not be on speaking terms. But Niloofar felt a bit guilty about that, regardless of Ritz's intentions.<br/><br/>Stepping forward, she asked in an awkward, but courteous tone, ""can I... have a word? I don't mind if Ayendor stays. I just have something...""<br/><br/>On hindsight, she felt she sounded a lot more tense than she should, and she would not be surprised if Ritz thought her behaviour was suspicious. But she really had no ill intent. She had already done enough to upset people as it was."
10706,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=350,2015-05-30T00:22:00,Zarkenis Ultima,"The recruits had had plenty of time to converse while the aspirants were away in their rooms, changing. But after those several minutes, they emerged from the bedrooms of the lavish suite, neither of them wearing their Silver Hand uniforms anymore. Instead, the white-haired guide was clad in a black shirt with bright green patterns and a white pair of pants, while the red-haired warrior wore a tee which sported a stylized image of an argent helmet with a golden circlet on top of it and was a wine-like shade of red, rather than the color of her hair which was tied up in a simple ponytail, along with a pair of pants made of a material that looked like denim and felt like denim, but was most assuredly not denim.<br/><br/>""Alright then. Is everyone ready? I'd say you had plenty of time to change if you needed it."" Aressa said to the recruits as she stepped out into the main room of the suite. Arcander walked to stand next to her.<br/><br/>""The hotel's going to be holding a welcome banquet in a few minutes, so we'll be heading there. If anyone's hungry, by all means, come along. If not, though, we'll meet just outside the building in about an hour, so make sure to be there."" Arcander added afterwards.<br/><br/>The two then headed out of the suite and into the hallways, leading those who chose to tag along across the hotel. Though they had required the assistance of the staff in order to find exactly which room was theirs, it appeared that they were somewhat acquainted with the hotel already, as they were perfectly capable of navigating it in order to reach the banquet hall, one of the common areas.<br/><br/>Soon, they arrived. A large hall greeted the recruits' sights, and yet, in all of its enormity, it was quite nearly full of the many students of the Northern Branch. Tables galore filled with all manners of meats, seafood, salads and even some desserts, all neatly laid out throughout to ensure that everyone got a share - assuming everyone behaved themselves, that is, and while no food fight broke out, thankfully, some were a bit more ravenous than others.<br/><br/>Guiding the group through the tables, Arcander noticed someone waving at him, the same pale girl with emerald eyes who had asked them to show a practice fight a while ago, who wore an ornate dress of sorts, white, with indigo, emerald and obsidian patterns, small black earrings hanging from her ears. Waving back, Arcander briefly turned to his group and motioned for them to come along, before sitting down on one of the many free seats near Shanath and her group.<br/><br/>""Group, this is Shanath Eleasir. You may have seen her fight in the opening match of the Silver Games. She's a very talented fighter and also a close friend of ours."" Aressa said as she too sat down there, eyeing the meal before her with a glint in her eyes that displayed obvious hunger.<br/><br/>""You flatter me greatly, fire-mane."" The girl said softly, a faint flush visible on her pale cheeks. ""It is as she says, though. I am Shanath of the Eleasir. Your guardians have told me much about you, silvery warrior children. I am happy to meet you all."" She said, her voice kind and humble as she ever so slightly leaned forward and bowed her head towards the recruits, her black locks of hair brushing past her ears, a tingling sound following.<br/><br/>""She, ah, she is from the Phantom Blade, but her parents belonged to a foreign Order."" Arcander piped up afterwards.<br/><br/>""Why do you always feel the necessity to clarify that...?"" Shanath wondered out loud.<br/><br/>""No reason. Anyway, eat! That's what we're here for."" Arcander said, and grabbed a nearby plate full of fried rainbow shrimp with buttered toast.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, Shanath turned to face a boy with a scar on his right cheek. ""And who might you be?"" She asked, smiling politely at the younger student."
10707,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=350,2015-05-30T12:31:00,Esternial,"Just moments after Niloofar spoke up, the two aspirant guides interrupted them at the most inconvenient time. After they had finished talking, Ritz turned to Niloofar and nodded, picking back up what the girl in front of her had brought up.<br/><br/>""Of course. We still have some time until the banquet, so what on your mind?"" Ritz replied, slightly curious about what had Niloofar so anxious.<br/><br/>As she waited for Niloofar to speak, Ritz returned the pale silver funnels to where they belonged. The metal case she brought them in. For the moment, she would hold off on putting them in hyperspace storage until she felt comfortable with it."
10708,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=350,2015-05-30T19:57:00,Wolfenium,"<blockquote><div><cite>Zarkenis Ultima <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24750808#p24750808"">wrote</a>:</cite>-snip-</div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Esternial <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24755523#p24755523"">wrote</a>:</cite>Just moments after Niloofar spoke up, the two aspirant guides interrupted them at the most inconvenient time. After they had finished talking, Ritz turned to Niloofar and nodded, picking back up what the girl in front of her had brought up.<br/><br/>""Of course. We still have some time until the banquet, so what on your mind?"" Ritz replied, slightly curious about what had Niloofar so anxious.<br/><br/>As she waited for Niloofar to speak, Ritz returned the pale silver funnels to where they belonged. The metal case she brought them in. For the moment, she would hold off on putting them in hyperspace storage until she felt comfortable with it.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""A-Ah,"" she blurted, pouting a bit after having been rudely interrupted. Pausing for a moment as she thought through her words, she hastily pulled out a silver hairpin, shaped like a tuning fork with a treble clef pinned at the centre, tilted at an angle for aesthetic purposes.<br/><br/>""Sorry,"" she apologized, ""I wanted to make a tuning fork, but I just can't make it sound right... So, I made a hairpin out of it. I shouldn't have gotten mad at you back in the arena. I apologize...""<br/><br/>It had been some time since the incident, but the girl appeared unsure at how to respond. She did feel rather guilty, however, but she was not sure how to make amends."
10709,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=350,2015-05-31T17:04:00,Esternial,"<blockquote><div><cite>Wolfenium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24760553#p24760553"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Zarkenis Ultima <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24750808#p24750808"">wrote</a>:</cite>-snip-</div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Esternial <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24755523#p24755523"">wrote</a>:</cite>Just moments after Niloofar spoke up, the two aspirant guides interrupted them at the most inconvenient time. After they had finished talking, Ritz turned to Niloofar and nodded, picking back up what the girl in front of her had brought up.<br/><br/>""Of course. We still have some time until the banquet, so what on your mind?"" Ritz replied, slightly curious about what had Niloofar so anxious.<br/><br/>As she waited for Niloofar to speak, Ritz returned the pale silver funnels to where they belonged. The metal case she brought them in. For the moment, she would hold off on putting them in hyperspace storage until she felt comfortable with it.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""A-Ah,"" she blurted, pouting a bit after having been rudely interrupted. Pausing for a moment as she thought through her words, she hastily pulled out a silver hairpin, shaped like a tuning fork with a treble clef pinned at the centre, tilted at an angle for aesthetic purposes.<br/><br/>""Sorry,"" she apologized, ""I wanted to make a tuning fork, but I just can't make it sound right... So, I made a hairpin out of it. I shouldn't have gotten mad at you back in the arena. I apologize...""<br/><br/>It had been some time since the incident, but the girl appeared unsure at how to respond. She did feel rather guilty, however, but she was not sure how to make amends.</div></blockquote><br/>Ritz glanced at the tuning fork, a bit confused about why she showed it to her, and why she was apologising.<br/><br/>""It's fine."" She said with a warm smile, glad to see this side of Niloofar. Ritz had always seen her as somewhat unapproachable, but now she seemed to lower her shield, show her vulnerability.<br/><br/>Slowly she edged closer towards Niloofar, a bit cautiously, hoping not to make her feel too uncomfortable. She was pushing deeper into her comfort zone, and when she stopped their faces were barely ten inches apart. Raising her arms, she placed her hands on Niloofar's shoulders, gripping them softly, before she embraced the timid girl. Sometimes, what people needed most, was a hug. That's what Ritz firmly believed. Physical contact with others was important to maintain a healthy state of mind, and Niloofar seemed like she needed some of it.<br/><br/>""Let's join the others at banquet."" Ritz whispered, letting go of the girl and taking a step back, quietly hoping she didn't upset Niloofar by being so forward."
10710,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=350,2015-05-31T20:12:00,Wolfenium,"<blockquote><div><cite>Esternial <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24771218#p24771218"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Wolfenium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24760553#p24760553"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><br/><br/>""A-Ah,"" she blurted, pouting a bit after having been rudely interrupted. Pausing for a moment as she thought through her words, she hastily pulled out a silver hairpin, shaped like a tuning fork with a treble clef pinned at the centre, tilted at an angle for aesthetic purposes.<br/><br/>""Sorry,"" she apologized, ""I wanted to make a tuning fork, but I just can't make it sound right... So, I made a hairpin out of it. I shouldn't have gotten mad at you back in the arena. I apologize...""<br/><br/>It had been some time since the incident, but the girl appeared unsure at how to respond. She did feel rather guilty, however, but she was not sure how to make amends.</div></blockquote><br/>Ritz glanced at the tuning fork, a bit confused about why she showed it to her, and why she was apologising.<br/><br/>""It's fine."" She said with a warm smile, glad to see this side of Niloofar. Ritz had always seen her as somewhat unapproachable, but now she seemed to lower her shield, show her vulnerability. <br/><br/>Slowly she edged closer towards Niloofar, a bit cautiously, hoping not to make her feel too uncomfortable. She was pushing deeper into her comfort zone, and when she stopped their faces were barely ten inches apart. Raising her arms, she placed her hands on Niloofar's shoulders, gripping them softly, before she embraced the timid girl. Sometimes, what people needed most, was a hug. That's what Ritz firmly believed. Physical contact with others was important to maintain a healthy state of mind, and Niloofar seemed like she needed some of it.<br/><br/>""Let's join the others at banquet."" Ritz whispered, letting go of the girl and taking a step back, quietly hoping she didn't upset Niloofar by being so forward.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The hug certainly took her by surprise, her face turning a luminescent red, flushed over the sudden embrace. Initially, her first instinct was simply pushing her back, but given what happened, she tried hard to resist the temptation, forcing her own arms down instead. She tried to relax, she really did. But she was not used to physical contact, positive or negative.<br/><br/>Finally, as Ritz released her, she tried to give an assuring smile. She was visibly embarrassed, but she wanted to believe Ritz meant well, and smiled in kind.<br/><br/>""Mh,"" she agreed, stepping back towards the door a bit too quickly, ""I'll call my brother.""<br/><br/>With that, she paced out, closing the door behind her before her legs began to rush on their own. As she reached the end of the corridor, she could not help but pant. She never felt that awkward before. She could still feel her skin tingle from Ritz's warmth.<br/><br/>""T-That was weird,"" she mused, ""well, at least she wasn't mad. Better call Brother. Hope he hasn't collapsed from exercise. Must be bored to death."""
10711,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=350,2015-06-01T21:22:00,Saleon,"Kal sat down at one of the the remaining seats at the large communal tables which paralleled each other. They followed down a path which when to a grand podium where kings, or princes, or some form of official, would speak to everyone at the banquet. Kal never found himself to be quite pleasant at these events. The Order did have these every once in a while, but it never felt like a comfortable event amongst friends. They were serious and political. One could not breath without a calculating enemy to note your weakness and terrorize you later with it. He was also not one for rigid back structures and diplomatic backstabbing. Nothing about them sat well with him.<br/><hr/>Kal gave out a large sigh.<span style=""font-style: italic"">The Silver Hand Academy</span>. Had it been a year ago he would have never accepted the invitation, something so tied with the phantom blade, of course he soon found out what was his love-hate Order of Ashtanar. Ashtanar being a sick priest with a god complex who absconded the truth and based a phony religion off of it. So much of history they blacked out or rewrote that it left him appalled. He couldn't suffer through their fake teachings and shady dealings when he found out. A mysterious<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2009/362/d/5/Futuristic_Library_by_gregmks.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">archive</a>they never found with the truth in spades on a planet they rarely traveled to, Inside the books and tomes lay such revelations as to end the Order. He knew none would believe him and the corruptions at the top would only get him killed. It was that night which he abandoned the Order, and ran from home... and his own planet. A bitter day, but a day he would never wish to have not had.<br/><br/>The letter itself was quite amazing. well, not the letter itself, but the journey one would've had to take to find the recipient of this document. From his shining planet of hypocrisy, he had found his way hopping world to world until he had made to a small mining planet off of the edge of a star system.<br/><br/>To call it a mining planet might be a misnomer, though. it didn't look like a mining planet. It had<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://fc09.deviantart.net/fs70/i/2014/058/6/8/swamp_concept_by_hazzard65-d788oeb.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">one city</a>in the whole surface followed by mines scattered across the surface and within. The city itself seemed to be a fossil, but within resided great scholars amongst the miners. A city with two separate cultures that blended like a marble cake... just a badly made one. The miners often lived in the city while the mines were miles in the distance. He often worked as a miner to scrounge out money in the evenings, and then studied and meditated during the mornings.<br/><br/>So, yes, the letter itself went quite far. Especially with one mailing service to be used outside of mining. It only came every three months and was almost an event in and of itself. He received the<a class=""postlink"" href=""https://ghostlightning.files.wordpress.com/2009/10/letter-bee-light-and-blue-night-fantasy-mail.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">letter</a>with an unusual seal he had never seen before. The collection of stamps it had accrued denoted how far it went just to get here, it had one corner which creased, and a slight stain across the back. Quite a journey. As he carefully opened it, he found it to be to Silver Hand Academy, he barely heard of it much at the time, just that it had to do with the phantom blade. He avoided them, as did many members. One of his old friends mentioned it as the premier magic academy, and that ""getting in was a miracle. I hear those who get in after school starts get even more of a miracle."" He missed him faintly, but securely packaged him in the past and left it on the counter of his room, to be discovered by his parents. The scholars and miners all waved him off that day. He felt slightly embarrassed. It didn't seem such a grand thing to have everybody involved, though the town didn't have that many people.<hr/><br/>Kal let out another large sigh. ""first day I get here and they tell me we got ourselves a 'field trip.' I don't know whether I should be happy, or sad to not be in school again."" he mumbled, ""now I'm stuck here in this banquet."" Anything that could make his mind trail off into the past like that was not a good thing. He really wished to avoid thinking about it. A moment which would bring his family disgrace and left him with such a distaste for them. Sigh..."
10712,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=350,2015-06-02T04:17:00,Atlannia,"Alfenn emerged from his room a little after everyone else had already left for the banquet.<br/>""Mmm, not tonight,"" he said to no one in particular, closing the door behind him. Banquets were a common feature of the formal calendar of the Black Cups. Whether someone was being born, dying or accomplishing any one of the myriad of milestones between those two events a banquet was used to mark the occasion and as son the reigning Grand Master Alfenn's presence was mandatory at nearly all of them. So if a banquet came along that he wasn't outright obliged to attend then frankly he couldn't care less. What he did care about was the slight stiffness in his limbs and the half drowsiness that was slowing him down but not quite making him sleepy. It was, he knew, a product of too long spent sitting down and traveling, the short walk up to the resort clearly hadn't been enough to shake it off so he decided to find somewhere secluded to run through some drills. Buckling his sword belt, with both his rapier and dagger attached, around his waist Alfenn stepped out into the balmy evening.<br/><br/>This was certainly an advantage of warmer climates reflected Alfenn, as he made his way unhurriedly away from the building. If he had tried to train outside at night on Narcosa he would've needed a heavy coat and warm underclothes, as it stood he was clad only in a light shirt and comfortable, but sturdy pants. He left the path and went a little ways off into the trees, not far enough to get lost even if he made his way back in the darkness but far enough that he was unlikely to be disturbed and looked up at the sky. The sun was a rapidly shrinking dome and Alfenn judged he had about an hour of twilight before it was properly dark. Hopefully, the boy thought, the moon would be bright tonight. Unsheathing his weapons, Alfenn took up a combat stance and began running through a series of basic drills."
10713,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=375,2015-06-02T06:29:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Atlannia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24787778#p24787778"">wrote</a>:</cite>Alfenn emerged from his room a little after everyone else had already left for the banquet. <br/>""Mmm, not tonight,"" he said to no one in particular, closing the door behind him. Banquets were a common feature of the formal calendar of the Black Cups. Whether someone was being born, dying or accomplishing any one of the myriad of milestones between those two events a banquet was used to mark the occasion and as son the reigning Grand Master Alfenn's presence was mandatory at nearly all of them. So if a banquet came along that he wasn't outright obliged to attend then frankly he couldn't care less. What he did care about was the slight stiffness in his limbs and the half drowsiness that was slowing him down but not quite making him sleepy. It was, he knew, a product of too long spent sitting down and traveling, the short walk up to the resort clearly hadn't been enough to shake it off so he decided to find somewhere secluded to run through some drills. Buckling his sword belt, with both his rapier and dagger attached, around his waist Alfenn stepped out into the balmy evening. <br/><br/>This was certainly an advantage of warmer climates reflected Alfenn, as he made his way unhurriedly away from the building. If he had tried to train outside at night on Narcosa he would've needed a heavy coat and warm underclothes, as it stood he was clad only in a light shirt and comfortable, but sturdy pants. He left the path and went a little ways off into the trees, not far enough to get lost even if he made his way back in the darkness but far enough that he was unlikely to be disturbed and looked up at the sky. The sun was a rapidly shrinking dome and Alfenn judged he had about an hour of twilight before it was properly dark. Hopefully, the boy thought, the moon would be bright tonight. Unsheathing his weapons, Alfenn took up a combat stance and began running through a series of basic drills.</div></blockquote><br/>""Hey"" Spoke Jyn, not being comfortable inside the banquet room when there was all this beautiful greenery and flora and lovelyness around them. She couldn't comprehend staying in and banqueting. Perhaps she would pop in for a little food later, but when she saw Alfenn leaving into the moonlight, she couldn't resist walking in the cool night air in this wonderful place. She smiled at Alfenn, noticing him training. She could understand why he was doing that, but it still didn't made too much sense to be training in a place like this... at least alone.<br/><br/>""I see you're drilling yourself"" She observed. ""Mind if I join you or train with you?"""
10714,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=375,2015-06-02T19:51:00,The Starlight,"<blockquote><div><cite>Zarkenis Ultima <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24687423#p24687423"">wrote</a>:</cite>-snip-</div></blockquote><br/><br/>She listened, interested, as Aressa spoke of her first trip. ""Sure, I'd love to hear than some other time,"" she said, nodded. Hearing the loud voice, she raised her eyebrows, a bit surprised, but listened, and she would obey. Heading up to her suite with the others, she picked a room and changed into some civilian, more comfortable and casual clothes.<br/><br/>Pleasantly surprised to hear that there was a banquet, she decided to go along and try some more of the food, nodding in greeting to Shanath, and picking some select items off plates, determining to eat small portions of several dishes. While some were more to her liking than others, she couldn't deny that they were all cooked magnificiently and excellently. The nature was astonishing and the food was great. She could get used to here, Ellyn thought to herself, grinning at the thought. Finishing her food, she began to roam about, hoping to encounter someone or interact with some of her peers."
10715,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=375,2015-06-03T13:34:00,Zarkenis Ultima,"<span style=""font-style: italic"">Now</span><br/><br/>While the other students ate their hearty meals on the lavish tables of the banquet hall, Elsis stood next to one of the massive open windows present there, elbows resting on the windowsill, her head resting on one of her hands. She really didn't want to eat someone else's food, she had never been quite able to come to terms with the fact that she wouln't always be able to hunt her own food and so, she was not used to situations like these, were food was provided for her and expected to be eaten. So instead of joining her guide Shanath and her fellow recruits, she looked out the window, gazing out at the clear azure sky with her coral red eyes as the gentle sea breeze swept through the room.<br/><br/>As she watched, though, she was unable to keep some of her memories from surfacing. In her loneliness, she was incapable of holding reminiscence at bay, and so, in but an instant, she found herself thinking about the one person she had been closest to, when she was still living in the territory of the Order of the Valiant Fang, the person she had been closest to until a fateful event that drove them away from each other.<br/><br/>Her sister.<br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Six cycles before the present</span><br/><br/>Juna sat in her room, face and body still bruised by the fight. She was no stranger to being beaten and battered, what hurt more was her wounded pride. She had sought to prove she was more than just her sisters shadow, more than some afterthought when considering Elsis. Not Someone to be forgotten and ignored, and maybe earn herself some respect. But all she had gotten was bruises and even more shame. Had her parents not obviously shown their favour for Elsis, they might have been disappointed.<br/><br/>It wasn't like she didn't fight well. She fought better than she had ever done before, not that it mattered now that her sister was once again proved to be the champion worthy of accolades and pride, while she was proved to once again be her sisters lesser.<br/><br/>""I should just give up"" she spoke, sighing as she lay backwards in her bed. Not entirely sure what giving up would entail...<br/><br/>However, not a minute after Juna decided to lie on her bed, she would hear a knock on the door of her room, a fairly austere place despite the standing of the Salasanger family, not necessarily because she was shunned and ignored by her family in favor of her sister, but rather because of the simple reason that in the Valiant Fang, the young were given very little and forced to prove themselves time and time again to be granted more, while any luxuries and comforts were reserved for the old.<br/><br/>""Juna?"" Called out a voice from outside, a voice that the girl knew all too well, though much to the surprise of anyone hearing it, said voice seemed to lack the prideful, arrogant overtones it usually carried, instead being seemingly laced with a hint of concern.<br/><br/>""Juna, I'm coming in."" Asserted the voice on the outside. The door was pushed open, and standing in the doorway was none other than a girl with coral red hair, Juna's more warlike sister, Elsis. She was clad in a red combat uniform, the same she had worn in the tournament, and had some bloodstains on her hands and face, something that was altogether considered rather common by their society. She walked into the room, holding up a plate with some cooked meat on it.<br/><br/>""I, uh, I brought you food. I was famished after the tournament so I went and killed something. I thought you might want some."" She said, stopping some distance away from the bed and holding out the plate, remembering how during their childhood she would usually be the one to procure food for the two of them, since Juna often refused to hunt. ""Are you alright, Juna?"" She asked afterwards, wondering if her sister was fine after the battle.<br/><br/>Juna perked her head up slightly as her sister came in. Juna had learnt a long time ago that it was best not to ask what Elsis had killed for her. She sat up. She took the plate, sorely tempted to slam into her face, but she didn't want to be cruel to her sister and only friend, even if she had beaten the crap out of her. She moved a small trunk to serve as a makeshift table as she usually did when eating alone, which was nearly all the time.<br/><br/>""No. No not really."" She stabbed, her bitter voice stressing how she felt. Physically. She was fine. She got worse beatings on a daily basis. However it was never about physicality. ""Did you come to gloat? You won and I lost after all. Your the champion and I got second place, like I usually do. So please get it over with."" She spoke. ""Shouldn't have even bothered to try...""<br/><br/>Normally she was extremely resilient, the type to grow and improve with trial and error. The more she got hit down the stronger she got. But she still couldn't escape the shadow of her big sister. She knew it wasn't all Elsis' fault, but it was frustrating none the less.<br/><br/>She sighed, realising she was doing what she had resolved not to do. She put her feet up on the bed and hugged her legs. ""I'm sorry. That was uncalled for..."" She apologised.<br/><br/>Elsis frowned slightly as she heard Juna's first words, understanding very well why she would feel so bitter about the outcome of their last battle. Honestly, she thought it had been a pretty cruel twist of fate that she was forced to fight her own sister at the end of the tournament. While she was indeed quite impressed that Juna had made it so far and would be the first to admit that she had put up one hell of a fight, in the end, at least in Elsis' mind, the outcome was obvious.<br/><br/>Nevertheless, though she understood what it was like to have her pride challenged, she was not currently aware of just how deep was the frustration that Juna was currently feeling, and so, to her, her sister's bitter jabs came across as naught but a tantrum, something that only made the frown on her face intensify. Sure, Elsis was aware that this was partially her fault, but she simply would not stand by watching her sister act like a child or speak about giving up. She was especially angered by her last comment. Elsis knew that her sister was one to face loss with dignity. She would not allow a Salasanger to act like that.<br/><br/>The straw that truly broke the camel's back, however, was when Juna curled up and aplogized to her. At that moment, Elsis walked forward and grabbed Juna's hand, brusquely pulling her out of the bed and onto her feet, planting herself between her sister and the bed and crossing her arms.<br/><br/>""No no<span style=""font-style: italic"">no</span>. You<span style=""font-style: italic"">don't</span>get to apologize."" Elsis snapped at her. ""Go ahead, speak your mind! I'm sure there's more where that came from!"" She insisted. ""Get it all out of your system already! After all, with everything you've already said I'm sure you're still hurt about our fight and your loss. Insult me if that'll make you feel better. Maybe it'll get you to stop sulking and brooding in here all alone. Maybe it'll get you to stop acting like a child."" She said harshly to her sister. A moment afterwards, she started feeling bad, thinking that she may have gone overboard a bit with her comments, but she gritted her teeth and said nothing more. It was too late to go back on her words now, and so she waited for her sister's response.<br/><br/>“I’m the childish one? ME?” She asked, rage and bile boiling inside her. It was violent enough that it made her desperate combat in the ring look like a play fight. She was swiftly becoming unrecognisable as the last rational parts of her were drowning in undressed, unreleased jealousy and anger. She laughed, laughing a bitter enraged laugh that had eight humour nor happiness. “Miss Elsis the glorious warrior, told since birth she’s the best thing since Vermilion himself is going to lecture me on being childish! Oh this should be rich!” She responded, her voice raised. “And yes there is more where that came from, more than you could ever imagine. Eighteen years of being ignored and beaten while watching everyone and their mother pile-drive their heads up your ass has been great. Maybe if you had been through half of the shit I’ve ha-”<br/><br/>""You think you've been through shit?!"" Came her sister's violent interruption. ""You really think I've had everything given to me on a silver platter since the moment I was born, don't you? How quickly you forget!"" Elsis fumed at Juna. Getting into a fight hadn't been the reason she had walked into her sister's room, far from it, but even though she knew it was partially her fault for being too harsh earlier, she could not avoid feeling enraged by the hateful words Juna was spewing. She had only wanted to check in on her sister after having been forced to fight her in the tournament, and she tried very hard to restrain her emotions after hearing Juna's earlier comments, but now she had failed, and quivered with anger at what she considered to be nothing but slanderous insults from Juna.<br/><br/>""How quickly you forget that I took all the shit for you when we were little!"" She continued, gesturing furiously. ""Did you forget who kept you safe during our childhood training? Did you forget who kept you<span style=""font-style: italic"">fed</span>when you wouldn't kill an animal to survive? ME! It was me! I fought to keep you safe, I killed to keep you healthy, I struggled to keep you warm. Not our parents, not your magic, ME!"" She shouted, pausing for breath before continuing. ""And really, why the hell is it my fault that you were ignored? You're the one who decided to stick your nose in a book all day instead of doing something useful! In eighteen long years you never bothered to train instead of spending all day in a library, and somehow it's my fault that you got beat and shunned?!"" She questioned. ""Because of you,<span style=""font-style: italic"">I'M</span>the one constantly pressured to uphold our status,<span style=""font-style: italic"">I'M</span>the one who has to shoulder the burden of this family! You're just an ungrateful wimp!"" She shouted, falling silent and panting after her furious rant.<br/><br/>“Why is it your fault?” Juna asked. “Name one time you actually stood up for me in front of our parents.” She asked, knowing there were none. “Also, keeping me safe? You’ve really done a bang up job of that recently. I’ve had to scrape myself off more floors that I can count. I’ve been beaten daily by people I don’t even know and you’ve done nothing! Not even bothered to care.” Juna replied. She also hadn’t wanted to fight, or maybe she had deep down wanted to release some of her pent up feelings. Besides, she had asked for this… Either way it was too late to go back now. It was all coming out like vomit from her soul.<br/><br/>“And yes everything has been given to you on a silver platter! You’ve had training from masters, the best equipment, the best room, the undivided praise and attention of our parents, Everything! All I’ve ever had is the sloppy leftovers of whatever runs of you. I have your old sword. I’ve had to watch you training in order to get the technique, because our parents haven’t let me train with you since we were young. Otherwise I’ve had to get in actual fights to get any training it, and they don’t hold back unlike the instructors! So don’t you say I haven’t bothered to try it your way. I’ve tried more than you’ll ever know to be you.”<br/><br/>“As for why I read books? What the hell else am I suppose to do!? I don’t have friends, you barely talk to me anymore and Mom and Dad seem intent on pretending I don’t exist. I have nothing else! From the moment I first expressed the slightest interest in anything but combat I've been stuck with it.” Juna exclaimed. “So don’t talk to me about ungrateful. You’re praised by everyone you know, you’ve won nearly every battle you’ve been in, so don’t you DARE say you’ve had it any less than easy! I’ve had to scrape for everything that was more than just survival. You’ve been given every opportunity and tool for success!”<br/><br/>""Given?! I had to EARN THEM!"" Elsis responded, her sentences no longer simple utterances, now bordering on screaming. She didn't want to do this, she really didn't want to do this. Screaming at her sister had been the last thing on her mind when she had walked through the door. But now, hearing word after bile-blighted word, hearing her sister blaming her for seemingly everything bad that had happened to her in her whole life, Elsis couldn't help going into the defensive, and the fact that she was the more violent of the two didn't help matters at all. ""I had to punch and kick and bite and scream for everything I've ever had!"" She shouted. ""I didn't start my life with any sort of privilege! I wasn't born with my sword! Everything you say I have wasn't just suddenly granted to me! I had to work hard for this sword, I had to bleed to be considered worthy of having a specialized instructor, and he DIDN'T HOLD BACK EITHER!""<br/><br/>Her sentence coming to an end, Elsis had to stop for breath, her vision somewhat blurred by reasons that were not immediately clear to her. She felt so upset, she felt every fiber of her being shaking with anger and she felt that she was barely in control anymore. But this was not just because Juna was belittling her effort and blaming her for everything, no. She felt like this because it stung. Her sister's hateful words, they hurt, and someone like Elsis was very poorly equipped to deal with this kind of sensation. She was used to facing problems that could either be ignored or solved by beating them enough to make them go away, but even though she was sorely tempted to do so by now, she couldn't possibly do that to her sister, she couldn't possibly solve this that way, and so she had no idea what to do but keep screaming. Idly, she realized what exactly was starting to block her vision. Tears.<br/><br/>""I've been struck and wounded and slashed and beaten too, and not once,<span style=""font-style: italic"">not. once.</span>did I get to make so much as a whimper, because if I did, if I<span style=""font-style: italic"">dared</span>to feel pain, I'd be shunned and spurned and shamed and disowned and disgraced and even now I can't show anything but strength in front of our parents, because if I'm anything but deserving of the blood I was forced to bear then they'll hate me and this entire family's going to fall apart and it's all going to be my fault and yet you start complaining that they don't pay you any attention and say that everything in my life is simple and easy?! YOU DON'T KNOW WHAT YOU'RE TALKING ABOUT! You were born second, you had someone looking after you, you didn't have to dirty your hands, but if you really want to be so much like me then BE MY FUCKING GUEST!""<br/><br/>“YES! A MILLION FUCKING TIMES YES! I WOULD GLADLY BE YOU SISTER! I WOULD RATHER BE YOU THAN ME ANY DAMN DAY!” She screamed, hyperventilating. Tears were coming to her own eyes as she saw those in her sisters. At some level she knew she was being cruel. She was verbally abusing her sister, slamming her with things she didn’t even know she felt. But she couldn’t stop, animal instinct had taken over, and the tears might as well have been blood. “I’d rather bleed a thousands times than not exist at all! DO you have any idea what it’s like to be me? I AM shunned and spurned and shamed and disgraced! Everything short of disowned and I’m sure our parents would do that if the could be bothered to remember their daughter! Hell I bet the only reason they keep me around is to encourage you to not be me!”<br/><br/>“Why do you think I joined the Tournament? Not to beat you. I didn’t even want to fight you. No I just wanted a scrap of fucking respect! I wanted to be thought of as more than just the other sister! I was tired of being compared to you and I wanted something to call my own! I worked so hard so I could win that tournament and FINALLY make people like me! But ultimately, I’ll never be able to do that. Thanks to you.”<br/><br/>She paused again to catch her breath, feeling pain from her thrashing and her throat was in pain. She glared at her sister. “Admit it. The only reason you took care of me was out of pity. Because you felt sorry for you little sister and wanted to throw her a bone.” She then screamed out words louder than she had ever done in her life. “WELL I DON’T NEED YOUR PITY.” She inhaled again. “I’m tired of it! I’m tired of being pitied. I’m tired of being the “other sister”! I’m tired of being the family joke! I WISH I WAS NEVER BORN!”<br/><br/>She stood there, inhaling and exhaling, waiting for her sisters retort. She wasn't sure how much longer she could keep this up. Her voice was already beginning to waver and she was on the verge of breaking down into a full on crying fit. She didn't want this. She felt guilt already, but apologising now or breaking down like she wanted would only be considered weakness. Besides, there was some despicable part of her which was enjoying this to some degree. One she was ashamed of even now.<br/><br/>""WELL, I'LL LEAVE AND TAKE MY PITY WITH ME THEN!"" Elsis screamed in response, her whole body quivering in what was no longer fury but rather an enormous train wreck of emotions, her fingernails digging into her palms hard enough to draw blood with ease. She was rather confused, truth be told, by what she was doing, stepping forward with trembling steps and swinging her hand across Juna's trunk, sending the plate flying towards the wall and causing it to shatter violently, its contents falling to the ground. Outwardly, despite the blood trickling down her fists and the tears now freely flowing from her eyes, her visage had completely morphed into that of a beast by now, her scowl and her ignited eyes and her clattering teeth completely throwing away every last sliver of beauty or even humanity that she might have had. And really, she hadn't even meant to do that. What little part of her was not yet consumed by the maelstrom of emotions, at least, hadn't meant to lash out violently against her own little sister like that, even if it was an indirect aggression, but that didn't matter. Her body had done so anyway. Simply put, she wasn't in control anymore.<br/><br/>Taking several bewildered breaths, Elsis turned back to Juna, looking her dead in the eye. ""If you wish you had never been born then I don't know what you're waiting for."" She said, regretting such a cruel comment even before uttering the words but being completely unable to stop her wrath-fueled verbal attack. She hadn't screamed this time, her voice low but just as upset, somehow able to convey her emotional distress even better than her violent shouting had. Her last retort made, the girl with coral red hair tore her own gaze away from her sister's and turned around, walking out the room and closing the door behind her with such force that the wooden piece crashed against the threshold and simply shattered into a million splinters that clattered to the ground. By the time the last one had fallen, Elsis was gone, leaving Juna alone with her thoughts.<br/><br/>As soon as Elsis closed the door Juna tossed one of her books at it in rage. She was far too late to hit her sister with it, though would it matter if she did? She could have thrown a thousand books and it still wouldn’t be anything compared to the acidic bile she had just inflicted.<br/><br/>Juna began to cry then. Before it was just tears, but the sobbing came as a realisation of what she had been doing hit. She wasn’t just shouting the most hateful and disgusting things at her sister. She was telling the only person that had ever bothered to care about her that she hated her when the opposite was in fact true. She loved her sister and respected her. She looked up to her, the older girl being almost a hero to Juna. Without Elsis, Juna didn’t know if she could have survived. Without Elsis, Juna would have had little reason to survive, being the only person she ever really talked to. Without Elsis, she likely would have been thrown to the wolves without second thought as soon as she had even touched a book.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">So if she’s done so much for me… why do I have so much hate for her…?</span>Juna asked herself. It hurt, but some of what she said had been true. She was jealous of her sister. She was feeling more and more distant from her as she got more and more praise. She was mad that her attempt to try and break out of her shadow was ruined. She still couldn’t stand the praise Elsis got and the abuse she had to take. But…<br/><br/>She was her sister. For that alone she deserved to be forgiven. For everything else Elsis had done Juna’s outburst did seem unforgivably ungrateful. Juna knew she should hate her sister, she shouldn’t shout at her, but she couldn’t help herself. Once she had started... she couldn't stop. It was like all those years of pain were coming out of her throat.<br/><br/>Soon Juna just curled up and teared, the sobbing having stopped by now. Not even on the bed, but on the floor as she lay horizontally, holding her legs as she lay there. Self pity, regret and guilt all racing through her minds like horsemen of her own mental apocalypse… But that would not happen today.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, as Juna regretted the words she had spoken against her own sister, Elsis, too, suffered after the violent argument. Walking stiffly and with trembling steps throughout the hallways of the home of the Salasangers, the girl retained enough control over herself to drag herself to her room without rampaging through the house in the process, though even this was incredibly taxing on her mind, the maelstrom of her emotions difficult to contain and growing stronger by the minute, her palms still bleeding as her will struggled to unknot her white-knuckled fists. Indeed, volatile as she was, the argument with her sister had affected her quite a bit, her breathing troubled as the hot air seemed eager to escape her whenever she managed to inhale.<br/><br/>Reaching her room, she immediately threw herself at the window, her open hands slamming against it as she supported herself on it. It was a transluminic sheet of metal, placed there after several incidents with innocent bystanders and shards of falling glass, and it soon became apparent why it was very fortunate that it had been placed there, as after taking a moment to catch her breath, Elsis began slamming her fists against the window in fury, an animalistic scowl in her face, the impacts causing loud thuds that echoed through the house.<br/><br/>However, soon Elsis ran out of energy, or perhaps she simply saw how futile her efforts to rid herself from her anguish were, and simply allowed herself to slid down the wall, falling to her knees. She found herself blinded by fury no longer, and instead, the rest of the host of negative emotions that had sown themselves in her mind surfaced, forcing her to think of what Juna had said to her, and of what she'd said to Juna.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""She hates me...""</span>Elsis thought to herself, hugging her knees closer to her as she faced the wall.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""She hates me, and she has every reason to do so. I've forgotten to protect her. I didn't stand up for her, and now...""</span>She bit her lip, tears flowing freely down her cheeks, her current situation making her seem so weak whereas she was usually a beacon of strength.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""I screwed up. I'm a terrible sister, and when she told me so, I told her to-""</span>She couldn't quite finish her thought, whimpering involuntarily as she thought of the last thing she said to Juna, more tears streaming flowing from her eyes. Such terrible words she regretted dearly, and indeed, at that moment, she would've given anything to take them back, but she knew that she couldn't, and she didn't have the courage to go back there, not after everything that had happened.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Aradain, why am I such a failure?!""</span>She thought as she dared to take a glance at the sky, so calm, so indifferent. She always had to fail at something. If her swordplay was good, then her magic was lacking, and if not, the opposite was true. And just when she thought she was beginning to succeed, when she thought that she would be able to succeed for her family, she had inadvertently failed her family, her argument with Juna being crystal-clear evidence of it.<br/><br/>With nothing else to do, Elsis devoted all of her willpower to the suppression of her own sobs, even as tears streamed down her face. She didn't want to think of what would happen if someone found the braveblood lying there, crying.<br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Six cycles before the present</span><br/><br/>Juna walked down the hallway towards Elsis' room. She had been doing this quite a bit now. Walking to her room, staring at the door for a moment. She sometimes gathered the courage to put her hand up to knock, but never once did her hand reach the door. Thirteen times she had done this. She had often thought of words that might heal the damage her other words had done, but she wasn't sure what to say anymore. What could she say? Her sister hated her, the last words of their conversations proved it. Juna didn't blame her, and in fact felt like complying with that last angry demand.<br/><br/>She suddenly heard voices at Elsis' door. She frowned, sneaking up to it. She heard her parents voices, a frown coming to her face as she did. She had barely seen them in the two days since the argument, though she didn't expect to. Her not even seeing her parents for days on end was not new to Juna. She pressed her ear to the door, listening, reading to sneak away if she heard movement.<br/><br/>""Are you sure, father?"" Elsis' voice sounded from within her room, the clear echo easily reaching Juna's ears as she listened in on the conversation between her and her parents.<br/><br/>A grunt of confirmation. ""It arrived just yesterday. The people from the Phantom Blade want to invite you to their little military school."" Said the gruff, rough voice of Jarosis Salasanger, father of Elsis and Juna both. It was evident he did not appreciate what was, in his mind, an attempt from the neighboring Order to take away his little prodigy and possibly make her weaker with their foreign practices, though he was still relatively calm as he spoke.<br/><br/>""The truth is that the Silver Hand Academy is renowned throughout the Known Universe for their good results."" The mother of the sisters interjected, eliciting another grunt from her husband.<br/><br/>""You know what I think about those paleblooded foreigners, Nara."" Came his response, a bit forceful, though nothing the family wasn't used to by now. ""What do you think?"" He demanded afterwards, evidently addressing Elsis this time. There was a short pause.<br/><br/>""I want to go."" She said, her voice seemingly resolute. ""After all, even if I don't learn anything, I'll show those pales who the Salasangers are, right?"" The girl added afterwards, her voice now lined with her usual arrogance, which caused a coarse chuckle to echo through the room and beyond.<br/><br/>""That's the spirit, girl! You'll make a fine champion."" Her father stated. There was the sound of people rising from their seats. ""If that's so, I'll think about it."" The man said afterwards. There was the sound of footsteps approaching the door Juna was leaning on.<br/><br/>Juna backed off, then leaned against a wall so that the door would block her from the vision of those directly exiting. She knew it didn't matter whether or not her parents spotted her, (They would likely ignore her anyway. They tended to go out of their way to do that) but she didn't want Elsis to spot her. She wasn't yet ready for an apology.<br/><br/>As the door opened, the parents of the Salasanger sisters walked out of Elsis' bedroom and into the hallway. Jarosis, the father, was an imposing man, well-built and with short but wild hair and a full beard, all of the same light red color as his eldest daughter's hair, while Nara, the mother, was a significantly smaller Redemit, though not frail by any stretch of the word, as she too was of the Valiant Fang and hardened by their traditions, if nothing else. Closing the door behind his wife, Jarosis turned in the direction Juna stood and walked right past her, in no way acknowledging her, not even a nod or a passing glance. She received the same treatment from her mother Nara, who followed in her husband's footsteps, walking right past the distraught girl.<br/><br/>From within the room, a slight thumping noise on the door could be heard, and a long, forlorn sigh, perhaps the softest sound to ever come out of Juna's sister. There was silence from the room for several more moments, but suddenly, the voice of Elsis could be heard speaking something.<br/><br/>""That's great and all..."" She said. ""...but what about my sister?""<br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Three cycles before the present</span><br/><br/>The sun was high over the azure skies of Cathedral Dumea, and the wind swept wildly over the crowded open-air complex that was one of Dumea's many starports and all the way to the barren, apotheosic mesas in the distance, whose flat summits were elevated far beyond the wall of clouds that separated the land from the sky. The starport itself was a blot of grey and silver on a landscape that was otherwise naught but brown and the occasional patch of green. Chariots and rare instances of other vehicles for intergalactic travel were landing and taking off almost constantly, quite clearly demonstrating that, despite the apparent isolation and lack of proper protection from the elements, this was, in fact, the most important starport in all of Dumea, surrounded by a powerful force field that would block out most threats to the integrity of the structure and all of those within, though it neglected to block out the racing winds.<br/><br/>On one of the landing platforms, significantly less crowded than the rest of the starport, a chariot had just landed, one with a familiar crimson symbol which represented an Order long allied with the Valiant Fang, despite the frequent butting of heads that tended to occur between their leaders, as well as the rocky relationship both civilizations had sometimes. The Phantom Blade chariot opened up its door with a soft hiss, but no one stepped outside. No one had to.<br/><br/>Standing near the chariot's landing spot was Elsis, the sweeping winds causing her hair to behave in an unruly fashion, though she could hardly care about such things at the moment. Instead, she looked back to where her parents stood, not too far from her, but not close enough for her to speak to them, either.<br/><br/>But she had no intention to speak to them. She was, in truth, not even looking at them. Instead, she was scanning the landscape one last time, trying to see the one face that she wanted to see the most in that moment: her sister, Juna. They had barely seen each other after their fight, never speaking, never saying even a single word as they passed each other silently. And though the words that had been spoken that day had injured her deeply, the silence was a thousand times worse, like cold, jagged daggers constantly probing the edges of her wounded heart, without relent, the pain never numbing. It returned once again as she remembered this, and it grew ever more intense when she failed in her duty. She couldn't see her face. Her sister was there, but she didn't know; she couldn't see her, and so, with great regret, she turned and walked towards the chariot, boarding it and sitting down on one of the black cushioned seats. The chariot soon took off, leading the young braveblood away from her home and from her sister, towards the distant skies of Arcadia.<br/><br/>Juna looked down in shame when Elsis had turned around, hiding her head from the sister. She had found a place in the crowd where she wouldn't be spotted. She cursed her cowardice. Why could she not simply take back what she said, apologize and embrace her sister as she wanted to do? Would she even be forgiven if she did? Her sister had been as reluctant to talk to her as she was to Elsis, Juna assumed this was part of her 'taking her pity with her' never considering she might be equally ashamed of what she had said. Furthermore, did she really deserve to be forgiven after all the things she had said? After slapping the face that had kept her company for years? It was a question she didn't particularly want to answer...<br/><br/>Juna looked up as Elsis had turned away, then the ship had blasted off with her. In truth she had always wanted to go to an academy like the one Elsis was leaving for. A place where education and learning are valued, when reading is not punishable with beatings. Where she could find like minded academics. But she didn't really deserve to go, both for her defeat and for her cruelty.<br/><br/>... But she wanted... no... needed to go more than ever now. Even if her sister didn't want to forgive her, she still had to tell Elsis what she mean to her.<br/><br/>Sadly, it did not seem that this would be possible. The chariot flew away, further and further into the sky and beyond, swiftly and inexorably increasing the physical distance between the two sisters, though even then it paled in comparison to the enormous gaping abyss that was the emotional distance between them.<br/><br/>Back on the transport, Elsis sat. Next to her, and all around, were seated dozens of strangers, people she had never met. They were fellow future students of the Silver Hand Academy, fellow young ones chosen to be trained by the best. Yet, they were people she did not know, and so, they were people who could not know weakness from her. She sat, and did her best to suppress her emotions, as she had done many times in the past. But as the chariot rose and left the planet, the daggers returned, more painful than ever, as she knew, beyond any shadow of doubt, that she wouldn't see her sister again for a long time. Though outwardly she kept a facade of strength, one that drove away the others, she was going through her innermost apocalypse right now, wondering why, for all her bravado, for all of her courage and dauntlessness, she hadn't been able to speak to her sister, take back the horrible things she'd said, apologize for telling her to die.<br/><br/>As she thought about her sister, she wished things hadn't gone so suddenly sour. She wished things were simpler... like many years ago.<br/>Without meaning to, Elsis fell victim to a bout of reminiscence.<br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Several years before the present</span><br/><br/>""Sister!"" Cried out a terrified voice, the voice of a mere child, a black-haired girl with glasses, no older than ten, who stared at the furious eyes of one of the many Wavetusk Boars that pullulated the taigas of Dumea. Well, the child was most likely not looking at its eyes, but rather the twin curvy tusks that gave the species its name.<br/><br/>The oversized menacing swine appeared as though it was about to attack her, and the terrified girl closed her eyes, but before the beast could harm her, something else happened. Another girl, only slightly older, landed on its back, this one with wild coral red hair and eyes of a similar shade that glowered at the beast in wild fury. Having jumped on its back from a nearby tree, the girl held tightly onto the boar with one hand, and with the other, grabbed a crudely crafted knife, which she stabbed into the beast's head, over and over again.<br/><br/>""You! Stupid! Beast! Leave! My! Sister! ALONE!!!"" She shouted as she continued her relentless attack, holding onto the beast's back even as the creature flailed wildly, trying to shake off the tiny creature that had begun assaulting its thick, sturdy skull with what might as well have been a toothpick. And sadly, strong as she might have been for someone of her age, the girl was still but a child, and so, she was soon thrown away, landing next to the other girl with a thud.<br/><br/>As she rose to her feet, one could notice the differences between her and the first girl, and also the similarities. While the first one seemed relatively untouched aside from looking a bit dirty here and there, the second looked a lot worse for wear. Her hands and feet were covered in dirt, her arms were bruised, and there were some cuts present on her face. The two had similar facial traits, one could tell from a simple glance; the two had soft features which belied their brave lineage and their inner strength, and the two had bright eyes which were full of emotion, but whereas the girl with the glasses was in a state of fear, shaking and hiding behind the other, the girl with the knife was angry, and clearly more than willing and able to fight despite her damaged state.<br/><br/>""Juna, run!"" She said to the black-haired girl, who nodded and went for the trees. Meanwhile, she turned to face the boar just in time to notice it swinging its tusks at her. She jumped back just in time to avoid being gutted or impaled, but the very tip of the wavy bone spear reached her regardless, drawing a shallow red line across the young girl's torso and causing her to grimace and shout in pain.<br/><br/>""E-Elsis!"" The girl with the glasses cried out at seeing her sister injured, but the wild girl did not seem willing to surrender just yet. Indeed, there was too much at stake for her to even consider giving up. This was life or death, not just for her, but for her sister.<br/><br/>Grasping her wound with one hand, Elsis took a stone and tossed it at the boar, hitting its eye, causing it to go berserk. Entering a mad charge, it went after the girl, who ran as fast as she could, eventually luring the boar into a trap and moving away right at the last moment, causing the beast to crash into a tree, dazing it. Taking this opportunity, she slashed at its legs, stabbing and slicing as much as she could before backing off as the creature recovered and attempted to charge towards her once again, only to fail to do so and fall to the ground, unable to move any further. Panting, the victorious girl looked down, and grimaced. Despite trumping the beast, and possibly securing some food, she was still wounded.<br/><br/>""S-sister! Sister!"" She heard from behind, and turned around to see Juna running towards her.<br/><br/>""What is it Juna?"" Spoke Elsis as Juna ran up to her, pulling off the bag on her back she always brought with her. Juna did not reply, instead quickly searching through her pack. Elsis could likely see the things within, several books and some other items. A few crystals, a lighter, a few things that were wrapped up but most importantly, Juna's first aid kit. She quickly pulled it out and opened it.<br/><br/>""Juna really? I'm cut, not dying. Besides that thing is still alive."" Elsis replied, about to head off to the beast to go carve it up for food, before Juna grabbed her arm. She frowned, turning but seeing Juna's concerned face.<br/><br/>""Juna. Please... It could get away...""<br/><br/>""And you could get infected."" Juna replied, she pressed her glasses to her face. Elsis sighed, deciding to humour her sister and she sat down. Juna moved over, she saw the wound and quickly pulled out a small damp cloth which she used to clean the wound, then used antiseptic. It stung as it was felt on Elsis' wound, but she had felt worse. A moment later and she heard her sister take out the bandages and cut them, applying them to her sisters wound.<br/><br/>""There. We'll replace the bandage after a while. See how that wound does."" Juna spoke as she smiled. She was glad to help her sister. ""Now you don't have to worry about infection anymore sis. I can also give you a painkiller if you want.""<br/><br/>""It's Alright."" Elsis spoke as she rose. ""...Thank you for bandaging me.""<br/><br/>""No problem. The least I could do for saving my life big sis.""<br/><br/>Elsis smiled back, then gripped her knife. Moving over to the moaning beast. Juna watched, her smile fading a tad as she felt a bit of blood flick into her glasses.<br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Now</span><br/><br/>Juna sighed as she broke away from her memory, the same memory her sister had thought of moments earlier, and entered the banquet hall. Her expression was uncertain, she wasn't sure if she should be happy or upset. Shortly after her sister left, she too had gotten the notice that she should come train with the Silver Hand. She had been somewhat giddy with joy, and her parents had likely been happy to have some way to get rid of her without guilt, seeing as they put up not nearly the same amount of resistance to her going as they had to Elsis doing so. Still, she could finally be somewhere she felt she belonged.<br/><br/>But she also had a duty to perform. If anyone was going to make the first step to repairing the torn bond of sisterhood, it should be the one who started tearing at the seams. She needed to find her sister. Would she accept her apology? Likely not, but it needed to be given anyway for Juna to have a clear conscience."
10716,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=375,2015-06-04T04:31:00,Wolfenium,"Seated on a table in front of each other, the Shirazis look like they were busy enjoying their food. Well... one of them, at least. As Niloofar savoured the tender skewered meats with delight, her brother merely dined in as if he were simply eating loafs of bread. Without a moment's haste, the lad quietly left her alone. Needless to say, she found his sulking increasingly intolerable.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>The Starlight <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24797411#p24797411"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Zarkenis Ultima <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24687423#p24687423"">wrote</a>:</cite>-snip-</div></blockquote><br/><br/>She listened, interested, as Aressa spoke of her first trip. ""Sure, I'd love to hear than some other time,"" she said, nodded. Hearing the loud voice, she raised her eyebrows, a bit surprised, but listened, and she would obey. Heading up to her suite with the others, she picked a room and changed into some civilian, more comfortable and casual clothes. <br/><br/>Pleasantly surprised to hear that there was a banquet, she decided to go along and try some more of the food, nodding in greeting to Shanath, and picking some select items off plates, determining to eat small portions of several dishes. While some were more to her liking than others, she couldn't deny that they were all cooked magnificiently and excellently. The nature was astonishing and the food was great. She could get used to here, Ellyn thought to herself, grinning at the thought. Finishing her food, she began to roam about, hoping to encounter someone or interact with some of her peers.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Can't he take a breather,"" she mused, resting her head on the table. On closer inspection, the girl appeared simply dressed, a bright, floral patterned robe of Oriental design not unlike a Kusanagi yukata. Spotting Ellyn in the crowd, she eagerly stood up and waved at her to come. She appeared desperate for company, especially with someone with similar interests as her.<br/><hr/><br/>Leaning on the railings of the porch just outside the banquet hall, Eamonn merely stared at the scenery in silence. Looking at his skewered prawn, he could not help but find the food too rich for his stomach. He was a simple peasant boy, hardly knight-errand material. For him to imagine himself off his hellhole of a home back then was outright ridiculous, much less find himself in a lush green planet like this. He felt a bit guilty inside, allowing himself to indulge after all that happened. He did not want to stray from his goal. He still had a head to claim."
10717,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=375,2015-06-04T10:05:00,Atlannia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24788497#p24788497"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Hey"" Spoke Jyn, not being comfortable inside the banquet room when there was all this beautiful greenery and flora and lovelyness around them. She couldn't comprehend staying in and banqueting. Perhaps she would pop in for a little food later, but when she saw Alfenn leaving into the moonlight, she couldn't resist walking in the cool night air in this wonderful place. She smiled at Alfenn, noticing him training. She could understand why he was doing that, but it still didn't made too much sense to be training in a place like this... at least alone. <br/><br/>""I see you're drilling yourself"" She observed. ""Mind if I join you or train with you?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>Alfenn was leaning forwards into a strike when he heard the familiar, cheery voice behind him. ""Jyna,"" he said, lowering his sword and turning around. ""I thought you'd be at the banquet,"" he said, smiling slightly. A silvery beam of moonlight was falling through the canopy to land on Jyna, lighting up her golden hair in a dangerously enchanting way.<span style=""font-style: italic"">This is bad</span>thought Alfenn, desperately trying to convince himself the sudden weakness in his legs was due to his training.<span style=""font-style: italic"">I need something else to focus on</span>""Why don't we spar?"" he blurted out suddenly, as the first thing he could think of appeared in hsi mind. ""That's erm, if you want to,"" he added awkwardly. ""We only ever really saw each other fight during that first session with Professor Cyranis... Xan, do they realise how confusing that is?"" Alfenn's brow furrowed and for a moment it seemed as though he might divert into a tangential rant but he shook his head. ""What I'm trying to say is...I think this would be a way for us to get to know each other better,"""
10718,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=375,2015-06-04T20:44:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Atlannia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24813728#p24813728"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24788497#p24788497"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Hey"" Spoke Jyn, not being comfortable inside the banquet room when there was all this beautiful greenery and flora and lovelyness around them. She couldn't comprehend staying in and banqueting. Perhaps she would pop in for a little food later, but when she saw Alfenn leaving into the moonlight, she couldn't resist walking in the cool night air in this wonderful place. She smiled at Alfenn, noticing him training. She could understand why he was doing that, but it still didn't made too much sense to be training in a place like this... at least alone. <br/><br/>""I see you're drilling yourself"" She observed. ""Mind if I join you or train with you?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>Alfenn was leaning forwards into a strike when he heard the familiar, cheery voice behind him. ""Jyna,"" he said, lowering his sword and turning around. ""I thought you'd be at the banquet,"" he said, smiling slightly. A silvery beam of moonlight was falling through the canopy to land on Jyna, lighting up her golden hair in a dangerously enchanting way. <span style=""font-style: italic"">This is bad</span> thought Alfenn, desperately trying to convince himself the sudden weakness in his legs was due to his training. <span style=""font-style: italic"">I need something else to focus on</span> ""Why don't we spar?"" he blurted out suddenly, as the first thing he could think of appeared in hsi mind. ""That's erm, if you want to,"" he added awkwardly. ""We only ever really saw each other fight during that first session with Professor Cyranis... Xan, do they realise how confusing that is?"" Alfenn's brow furrowed and for a moment it seemed as though he might divert into a tangential rant but he shook his head. ""What I'm trying to say is...I think this would be a way for us to get to know each other better,""</div></blockquote><br/>""In this place? I can eat anywhere, but this place... it'd be a shame to stay in for that long while in a place like this,"" Jyn remarked. She then smiled when Alfenn explained why they should train with one another. She walked a little more towards him. ""Sure. That would make sense. We are on the same team after all so we should work out what the two of us can do."" She spoke. She summoned her armour, the plates and parts fitting her form and making her look even taller. Next her Axe was summoned into her hand, having some weight to it but not nearly enough to hamper Jyn. She placed the blade of the axe down while holding onto it, the head on the ground. ""So... should we have any ground rules? Limits? Should we use magic?"" She asked."
10719,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=375,2015-06-05T11:56:00,Esternial,"Ritz spent a few more moments in their common room, listlessly gazing outside as she balanced one of her funnels on the tip of her finger. Eating wasn't really on her mind right now, but she knew very well that sometimes there were things you had to do. Duties. Obligations.<br/><br/>Now, something as trivial as going to dinner didn't seem like a big issue, but her parents would have given her an earful already if they were here.<br/><br/>Her eyes wandered to the funnel atop her fingertip. It spun around slowly, aided by the flow of her energy, like a leaf twirling around in the wind.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Maybe it was time to stop putting it off and send these to hyperspace storage.</span><br/><br/>The funnel stopped. With a whisper from her lips, she sent it to hyperspace storage, sinking away into nothingness. The second was appropriated to storage moments later. They were officially hers now, bound to her body and soul. With a sigh, she reluctantly clambered back onto her feet and left the room.<br/><br/>During the walk to the banquet, Ritz' mind was scattered all over the place. She herself couldn't even pin down what she was thinking about. Scatterbrained as she was, it was a miracle she didn't get lost.<br/><br/>The large hall unleashed cacophony of voices onto her, joined by the clattering of cutlery and plates as everyone engorged themselves on the bountiful banquet. Ritz couldn't help but feel faint discomfort at the chaos before her.<br/><br/>Ritz made a beeline through the crowd towards the banquet table and indulged her eyes with the vision of all sorts of delicious foodstuffs and exquisite delicacies. She spent most of her time there near the desserts, picking out all sorts of sugary goodies and discreetly muffled them away in her pockets.<br/><br/>Proper conduct be damned. She had spent her entire youth forcing herself to be ladylike, behave the way a noble is expected to behave. The pressure from her parents was far away, and Ritz had never had the opportunity to rebel. Now she could. Just a little. The leash left more room to roam.<br/><br/>When she left the banquet hall, the dessert table was a bit lighter and her pockets more full than they were before. In her hands she held a bowl of what seemed to be ice cream. More eager than she came in, Ritz left the building and ventured out into wide expanse of nature. The cool evening breeze was lovely, cool enough to give her goosebumps, but her blouse kept her shielded from the cold, and her thigh highs wrapped her legs in a warm cocoon. The temperature was close to perfection.<br/><br/>It was calm outside. Aside from the rustling of leaves there was little else that could draw her attention, except for Alfenn and Jyn. Her curiosity teased, Ritz calmly approached, spoon firmly embedded between her lips. A nearby tree would serve as apt back support as she observed and ate her treats. She wasn't exactly covert, but then again Ritz wasn't trying to be."
10720,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=375,2015-06-10T01:03:00,Atlannia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24820441#p24820441"">wrote</a>:</cite>""In this place? I can eat anywhere, but this place... it'd be a shame to stay in for that long while in a place like this,"" Jyn remarked. She then smiled when Alfenn explained why they should train with one another. She walked a little more towards him. ""Sure. That would make sense. We are on the same team after all so we should work out what the two of us can do."" She spoke. She summoned her armour, the plates and parts fitting her form and making her look even taller. Next her Axe was summoned into her hand, having some weight to it but not nearly enough to hamper Jyn. She placed the blade of the axe down while holding onto it, the head on the ground. ""So... should we have any ground rules? Limits? Should we use magic?"" She asked.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Hmm, I was always taught to spar with as many tactical possibilities as possible, which usually meant magic included,"" said Alfenn, summoning his own armour and checking himself over as the black, interlocking plates slid over him. ""I don't really mind either way though, I need the exercise more than anything,"" Satisfied that the rather aged set of armour was functioning well and settled comfortably on his frame Alfenn raised his rapier and, with his empty hand summoned the long dagger he normally wielded alongside it. The two weapons made something of an odd pair, for while the rapier was a bare, workmanlike tool in appearance the dagger was a little more ornamented, its long, thin blade engraved in a small script and its slightly curved hilt set with a small ruby. Despite the odd pair that they formed Alfenn seemed equally comfortable with both of them, settling into a balanced stance with the dagger extended and pointing downwards ready to block while the rapier jutted forwards to exploit any openings. ""Shall we say the first to drain their opponent’s shields to fifty percent is the victor?"""
10721,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=375,2015-06-17T07:48:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Atlannia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24876518#p24876518"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24820441#p24820441"">wrote</a>:</cite>""In this place? I can eat anywhere, but this place... it'd be a shame to stay in for that long while in a place like this,"" Jyn remarked. She then smiled when Alfenn explained why they should train with one another. She walked a little more towards him. ""Sure. That would make sense. We are on the same team after all so we should work out what the two of us can do."" She spoke. She summoned her armour, the plates and parts fitting her form and making her look even taller. Next her Axe was summoned into her hand, having some weight to it but not nearly enough to hamper Jyn. She placed the blade of the axe down while holding onto it, the head on the ground. ""So... should we have any ground rules? Limits? Should we use magic?"" She asked.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Hmm, I was always taught to spar with as many tactical possibilities as possible, which usually meant magic included,"" said Alfenn, summoning his own armour and checking himself over as the black, interlocking plates slid over him. ""I don't really mind either way though, I need the exercise more than anything,"" Satisfied that the rather aged set of armour was functioning well and settled comfortably on his frame Alfenn raised his rapier and, with his empty hand summoned the long dagger he normally wielded alongside it. The two weapons made something of an odd pair, for while the rapier was a bare, workmanlike tool in appearance the dagger was a little more ornamented, its long, thin blade engraved in a small script and its slightly curved hilt set with a small ruby. Despite the odd pair that they formed Alfenn seemed equally comfortable with both of them, settling into a balanced stance with the dagger extended and pointing downwards ready to block while the rapier jutted forwards to exploit any openings. ""Shall we say the first to drain their opponent’s shields to fifty percent is the victor?""</div></blockquote><br/>Jyn smiled. ""That sounds great. This should be a fun bout."" She remarked, though she then frowned as she noticed he had two blades, which mean he had a higher chance of overcoming her defenses. So she quickly whipped up a small stone barrier by chanting a spell, one which would float in front of her and block attacks if needed. She smiled again, and bowed to her opponent to signal she was ready, and then prepared her axe, waiting for Alfenn to make the first move."
10722,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=375,2015-06-17T15:29:00,The Starlight,"<blockquote><div><cite>Wolfenium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24811383#p24811383"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Can't he take a breather,"" she mused, resting her head on the table. On closer inspection, the girl appeared simply dressed, a bright, floral patterned robe of Oriental design not unlike a Kusanagi yukata. Spotting Ellyn in the crowd, she eagerly stood up and waved at her to come. She appeared desperate for company, especially with someone with similar interests as her.<br/></div></blockquote><br/>Seeing Niloofar beckoning her, Ellyn weaved her way through the crowd, eventually breaking free and coming to a stop before her newly made friend. ""Hello, Niloofar. Nice robe!"" she said, looking at the dress, taking in the vibrant pattern of colors. ""So, what do you want to do? I'm stuffed, so I'll have to abstain from anymore food before I burst. But I remember we were talking about ourselves and crystals."" she said, glancing at Niloofar."
10723,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=375,2015-06-18T03:32:00,Wolfenium,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Starlight <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24957663#p24957663"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Wolfenium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24811383#p24811383"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Can't he take a breather,"" she mused, resting her head on the table. On closer inspection, the girl appeared simply dressed, a bright, floral patterned robe of Oriental design not unlike a Kusanagi yukata. Spotting Ellyn in the crowd, she eagerly stood up and waved at her to come. She appeared desperate for company, especially with someone with similar interests as her.<br/></div></blockquote><br/>Seeing Niloofar beckoning her, Ellyn weaved her way through the crowd, eventually breaking free and coming to a stop before her newly made friend. ""Hello, Niloofar. Nice robe!"" she said, looking at the dress, taking in the vibrant pattern of colors. ""So, what do you want to do? I'm stuffed, so I'll have to abstain from anymore food before I burst. But I remember we were talking about ourselves and crystals."" she said, glancing at Niloofar.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Thanks,"" she mused, ""I bought it off a store in one of my trips. Reminds me of my birth planet. Anyway, yeah... I just wanted to talk. Not sure what. I'm kind of a boring person, with a tendency to talk about technical stuff...""<br/><br/>In truth, Niloofar was actually starting to feel a little lonely. Sure, her brother made nice company at times, but he tended to have very little to talk about with her, and little in common in general. Ellyn, on the other hand, was quite fond of forging herself, but the Xorshid felt she should not bore her with such talk unless asked for.<br/><br/>""Umm... yeah, crystals,"" she blurted absentmindedly, ""not much left in Mervarid. Caverns' been hollowed out for centuries, so we hardly have any left to excavate. Nowadays, we get ours from neighbouring planets not far from our home. One of them is<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?p=12257745#p12257745"" rel=""nofollow"">Serberūs</a>, not far from Mervarid. It's a somewhat ruined planet, with large areas scorched by an ancient war predating the dragons, but it managed to restore itself to a degree. There's quite a history behind it, really."""
10724,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=375,2015-06-18T20:49:00,Atlannia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24952518#p24952518"">wrote</a>:</cite>Jyn smiled. ""That sounds great. This should be a fun bout."" She remarked, though she then frowned as she noticed he had two blades, which mean he had a higher chance of overcoming her defenses. So she quickly whipped up a small stone barrier by chanting a spell, one which would float in front of her and block attacks if needed. She smiled again, and bowed to her opponent to signal she was ready, and then prepared her axe, waiting for Alfenn to make the first move.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Alfenn nodded to show he understood and took a moment to compose a plan of attack, his face settling into an expressionless mask. In truth he was a little surprised to see Jynna take a up a defensive posture rather than try and seize the initiative. If this were a more serious match Alfenn probably would have waited as well, he could be extremely patient and normally preferred to let his opponent make the first move so he could gather information. It also sometimes unnerved others when what they expected to be a fast and furious match turned into a drawn out mind game. Alfenn wasn't sure such mind game would put much of a dent in Jynna's confidence and besides, he wanted to have fun too and such tactics, while effective, were hardly the most invigorating.<br/><br/>Jynna looked to be relying on her magic to bolster her defences, concluded Alfenn, eyeing the floating wall of stone warily. It was a sensible move, giving that her bulkier, slightly more unwieldy weapon might allow him to get in under her guard.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">However what appears to be a strength can sometimes turn out to be weakness </span>thought Alfenn, flipping the dagger in his outstretched hand. Suddenly, with a flick of his arm he sent the dagger spinning through the air towards his opponent's mid section, noting that the floating barrier moved to block it. The dagger ricocheted off the stone without leaving so much as a scratch and went flying off into the dimly lit trees until Alfenn calmly muttered ""--Vulpin--"" resummoning the blade to his hand.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Interesting</span>thought Alfenn, suddenly he sent the dagger flying outwards again in another attack, this time aiming for Jynna's face. When the shield moved to block the dagger it briefly obscured Jynna's line of sight and Alfenn made his move, closing the gap between them with a sudden burst of speed, the rapier extended, ready to strike and Alfenn's now empty off hand gathering sonic energy.<br/><sub></sub>"
10725,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=375,2015-06-19T04:25:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Atlannia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24971956#p24971956"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24952518#p24952518"">wrote</a>:</cite>Jyn smiled. ""That sounds great. This should be a fun bout."" She remarked, though she then frowned as she noticed he had two blades, which mean he had a higher chance of overcoming her defenses. So she quickly whipped up a small stone barrier by chanting a spell, one which would float in front of her and block attacks if needed. She smiled again, and bowed to her opponent to signal she was ready, and then prepared her axe, waiting for Alfenn to make the first move.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Alfenn nodded to show he understood and took a moment to compose a plan of attack, his face settling into an expressionless mask. In truth he was a little surprised to see Jynna take a up a defensive posture rather than try and seize the initiative. If this were a more serious match Alfenn probably would have waited as well, he could be extremely patient and normally preferred to let his opponent make the first move so he could gather information. It also sometimes unnerved others when what they expected to be a fast and furious match turned into a drawn out mind game. Alfenn wasn't sure such mind game would put much of a dent in Jynna's confidence and besides, he wanted to have fun too and such tactics, while effective, were hardly the most invigorating. <br/><br/>Jynna looked to be relying on her magic to bolster her defences, concluded Alfenn, eyeing the floating wall of stone warily. It was a sensible move, giving that her bulkier, slightly more unwieldy weapon might allow him to get in under her guard. <br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">However what appears to be a strength can sometimes turn out to be weakness </span> thought Alfenn, flipping the dagger in his outstretched hand. Suddenly, with a flick of his arm he sent the dagger spinning through the air towards his opponent's mid section, noting that the floating barrier moved to block it. The dagger ricocheted off the stone without leaving so much as a scratch and went flying off into the dimly lit trees until Alfenn calmly muttered ""--Vulpin--"" resummoning the blade to his hand. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Interesting</span> thought Alfenn, suddenly he sent the dagger flying outwards again in another attack, this time aiming for Jynna's face. When the shield moved to block the dagger it briefly obscured Jynna's line of sight and Alfenn made his move, closing the gap between them with a sudden burst of speed, the rapier extended, ready to strike and Alfenn's now empty off hand gathering sonic energy.<br/><sub></sub></div></blockquote><br/>Jyn realised this ploy almost too late. She quickly stopped her foot on the ground and shouted a spell, shaking the earth in the immediate area to put her opponent off balance for a little time. The strike wouldn't hit it's mark exactly, still draining some of her shield energy with a glancing hit which was bad. Jyn wondered what sort of trick Alfenn had planned with the energy he was gathering in his hand. Jyn chanted, making sure to absorb the kinetic energy from the strike and the now calming mini quake. She used it to boost her speed as she sent her axe towards him with considerable force in a downwards arc, her strength put behind the swing. Not too much to put her off balance or anything, but enough for it to at least make it hard to parry. Even if her foe did, she could use the axe head to disarm her foe."
10726,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=375,2015-06-20T11:45:00,Atlannia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24973702#p24973702"">wrote</a>:</cite>Jyn realised this ploy almost too late. She quickly stopped her foot on the ground and shouted a spell, shaking the earth in the immediate area to put her opponent off balance for a little time. The strike wouldn't hit it's mark exactly, still draining some of her shield energy with a glancing hit which was bad. Jyn wondered what sort of trick Alfenn had planned with the energy he was gathering in his hand. Jyn chanted, making sure to absorb the kinetic energy from the strike and the now calming mini quake. She used it to boost her speed as she sent her axe towards him with considerable force in a downwards arc, her strength put behind the swing. Not too much to put her off balance or anything, but enough for it to at least make it hard to parry. Even if her foe did, she could use the axe head to disarm her foe.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Damn!</span>thought Alfenn as the ground suddenly became unstable underneath him, while Jyna's axe came arcing down towards him with surprising speed. The shaking of the ground had thrown him onto one leg so he was forced to hop backwards with much more energy than grace. The momentum di allow him to swing his spell holding hand forwards and release it as he moved backwards, although much further away than he had planned, a loud, piercing noise filling the air. The spell was designed to disorient and disable the hearing of the enemy, it worked best when deployed right next to the enemy's ear, as Alfenn had been planning to do, rather than the rough metre away he had managed.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Still it might be enough</span>thought ALfenn as he regained his footing a few paces away, readied his rapier and made an odd pulling gesture with his empty hand. His eyes, narrowed in concentration, were watching his opponent but also seemed to be taking in the forest behind her, as though waiting for something.<span style=""font-style: italic"">It's taking longer than I expected</span>he thought, increasing the power of his pull.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Hopefully it didn't get lodged too deeply in anything</span>his fears were allayed as a soft whirring sound became gradually audible, to him at least, Alfenn was rather counting on the fact that, impaired by his recent sonic attack, Jyna's ears wouldn't be able to pick up the noise of the approaching dagger as it sped through the air towards her unprotected back."
10727,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=375,2015-06-22T01:41:00,Zarkenis Ultima,"<span style=""font-style: italic"">After the banquet</span><br/><br/>The group of aspirants and recruits began heading off towards the woods after having gathered outside of the Ocean Gazer once the welcoming banquet was over. Along with the A-23 group, consisting of Arcander, Aressa and their assigned recruits, there was also another group of people, a group of recruits under the care of the woman that the two aspirants had introduced to the group during the banquet, Shanath. They all headed off together, with the heads of the group having planned this beforehand. ""It's a team-building exercise."" Arcander would say to justify everything. ""You should get along with people outside our little group too."" He would say. All in all, it was quite the colorful little entourage that was departing towards the equally colorful forests. Aside from the many Phantoms, the handful of Xorshids and the lone Viridian that made up half of the group, there were plenty of Phantoms on the other half, but also members of Orders such as the Valiant Fang, the Red Dawn and the Fractured Sky.<br/><br/>Soon, they arrived at their destination: the forests of Cathedral Gladia. Shimmering beacons of beauty and serenity, they were vibrant and full of color. The hundreds of trees that dotted the landscape stood tall and majestic, sapphirine bark covering their trunks as roots and branches alike reached out around them in a serpentine fashion, and on those branches and strewn across the grassy ground, hundreds and hundreds of leaves could be seen, leaves like rubies and emeralds and all sorts of precious stones, all of them gently shimmering in the warm sunlight, their glow casting a show of lights onto the space beneath the colorful canopy, the illusion giving the impression that everything within the bejeweled forest was precious and priceless.<br/><br/>The group walked and talked for a while, going deeper into the shimmering forest as they did so. Eventually, however, something strange happened: the ground shook and quivered, and suddenly, the earth fell apart and swallowed the group, the students of the Silver Hand Academy ending up not in a serene forest, but in a deep abandoned cavern underneath the surface of Gladia. It did not appear to be very large, all things considered, and they appeared to be inside a large chamber of sorts. There was an artificiality to the whole cave, as if it was not a natural formation, as well.<br/><br/>""Damn... What in Aradain's name was that? This isn't even an archaeological zone."" Aressa muttered with frustration as she stood up and dusted herself off, her voice betraying the sheer annoyance she felt at this unfortunate turn of events. She looked around and noticed Shanath quickly tending to her recruits.<br/><br/>""Is everyone alright?"" Came Arcander's voice from somewhere nearby, as the white-haired aspirant shoved away a piece of stone that had fallen upon his leg, before quickly chanting a healing spell, fixing it swiftly and standing up to assess the situation as well."
10728,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=375,2015-06-22T06:43:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Atlannia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24984898#p24984898"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=24973702#p24973702"">wrote</a>:</cite>Jyn realised this ploy almost too late. She quickly stopped her foot on the ground and shouted a spell, shaking the earth in the immediate area to put her opponent off balance for a little time. The strike wouldn't hit it's mark exactly, still draining some of her shield energy with a glancing hit which was bad. Jyn wondered what sort of trick Alfenn had planned with the energy he was gathering in his hand. Jyn chanted, making sure to absorb the kinetic energy from the strike and the now calming mini quake. She used it to boost her speed as she sent her axe towards him with considerable force in a downwards arc, her strength put behind the swing. Not too much to put her off balance or anything, but enough for it to at least make it hard to parry. Even if her foe did, she could use the axe head to disarm her foe.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Damn!</span> thought Alfenn as the ground suddenly became unstable underneath him, while Jyna's axe came arcing down towards him with surprising speed. The shaking of the ground had thrown him onto one leg so he was forced to hop backwards with much more energy than grace. The momentum di allow him to swing his spell holding hand forwards and release it as he moved backwards, although much further away than he had planned, a loud, piercing noise filling the air. The spell was designed to disorient and disable the hearing of the enemy, it worked best when deployed right next to the enemy's ear, as Alfenn had been planning to do, rather than the rough metre away he had managed.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Still it might be enough</span> thought ALfenn as he regained his footing a few paces away, readied his rapier and made an odd pulling gesture with his empty hand. His eyes, narrowed in concentration, were watching his opponent but also seemed to be taking in the forest behind her, as though waiting for something. <span style=""font-style: italic"">It's taking longer than I expected</span> he thought, increasing the power of his pull. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Hopefully it didn't get lodged too deeply in anything</span> his fears were allayed as a soft whirring sound became gradually audible, to him at least, Alfenn was rather counting on the fact that, impaired by his recent sonic attack, Jyna's ears wouldn't be able to pick up the noise of the approaching dagger as it sped through the air towards her unprotected back.</div></blockquote><br/>Jyns ears rung with noise, the sound of the attack leaving her almost deaf for a while. However something odd happened at that moment. She could feel his moments through the earth itself to a degree. Her bond tied by energy still tying her to the earth itself, allowing her to feel his footfalls. She had heard of other geomancers doing this but never thought she could do it too. Though she probably wouldn't be able to replicate it, it did allow her to realize there was an attack coming for her. Allthough the sudden new sense left her with little time to react. Merely time to turn around and stomp on the ground, though the ringing, the confusion and the hectic nature of battle forced her to pour too much energy into the spell. The Earth was deformed, though only in the immediate area, in such a way as to catapult Alfenn onto Jyn.<br/><br/>Jyn's eyes widened, normally able to take an impact like this in her stride, but was downed by the sudden nature of it combined with her lack of balance due to the earthquake and the ringing in her ears. She fell, falling onto her back as the short quake stopped and she felt Alfenn on top of her.<br/><br/>Touching her...<br/><br/>She stayed silent, eyes as widen as saucers as she felt his proximity. Something about that made her blush heavily, comically even for such a tall, strong fighter."
10729,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=375,2015-06-22T09:32:00,Esternial,"The shimmering forest was a whole new experience for Ritz. Though she had explored many forests, this one most definitely stood out. The trees seemed almost enchanted by a strange magic. As if their roots, anchored deep into the soil, were tapping into what seemed like the purest energy that the trees exhaled through their leaves along with the freshest of air one could ever imagine. This was a place of profound serenity. A sanctuary like no other. Ritz felt her body come to rest, the warm core inside her passively absorbing the abundance of energy around her. She didn't even need to focus.<br/><br/>Of course, an experience as wonderful as this one wasn't bound to last forever. Before she knew it, Ritz landed inside a cavern along with the other students. The low light conditions made her faintly glowing skin stand out more than it usually did, wrapped around her like a protective cocoon.<br/><br/>""I'm good."" Ritz replied to Arcander's voice. She would have to get her bearings. Atomos and Akamptos. She whispered both their names as two pale metallic funnels emerged from hyperstorage. With a soft and gentle chant she guided their movement throughout the cavern, spreading out her reach and sensing the environment all around her and the flames of energy belonging to the other students and their guides.<br/><br/>It was a strange sensation, more difficult than pleasantly unusual. Maintaining control over both while trying to process all this input from a sixth sense, one that usually could never achieve this kind of reach. It felt like what she imagined echolocation was like. Seeing without her eyes. Until now she hadn't seen this facet of her abilities in such a manner. It shed a whole new light on how she perceived her own ability. Her funnels allowed her to expand her connection with the nature around her. After some time, her own energy had been stretched out across the cavern like a wide sensory network. Deep inside her body, her flame grew weaker as more of her energy was sent out to her metallic peripheral prosthetics. Replenishing it would take more focus than she had, but her invisible net covered enough of the cavern.<br/><br/>Taking a deep breath, she stopped her chanting. Both funnels stopped their movement and remained idle in the air. Ritz had been so focused that she didn't even have time to witness what she had created. Though nobody else could see it, the network she had created was positively beautiful. It felt as if she was inside a small solar system, with each star connected by a thin thread of energy, all of which eventually lead back to her, the centre of this pseudo-galaxy. Like a tree she had branched out over a much larger surface than she could accomplish by herself, and now it was time to replenish her power.<br/><br/>Ritz' usual uptake of energy was merely a small trickle compared to the steady stream that poured into her body now. The threads expanded and anchored themselves in her imaginary galaxy. Both funnels were surrounded by a positively glowing aura and her own body soon felt energised, much faster than usual. The funnels themselves acted like faint beacons of light.<br/><br/>Ritz exhaled with a faint and satisfied moan. The sensation she felt coursing throughout her body felt absolutely gratifying and surprisingly stimulating."
10730,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=375,2015-06-23T22:56:00,Atlannia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Zarkenis Ultima <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=25000976#p25000976"">wrote</a>:</cite>---</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""I'm fine!"" Called Alfenn, standing up and quickly turning to give Jynna a hand up, they had been walking close together and so had landed relatively near each other as well. ""Are you alright?"" he asked her, his mind flashing back to the events of earlier.<br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">...Earlier...</span></span><br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=25002264#p25002264"">wrote</a>:</cite>Jyns ears rung with noise, the sound of the attack leaving her almost deaf for a while. However something odd happened at that moment. She could feel his moments through the earth itself to a degree. Her bond tied by energy still tying her to the earth itself, allowing her to feel his footfalls. She had heard of other geomancers doing this but never thought she could do it too. Though she probably wouldn't be able to replicate it, it did allow her to realize there was an attack coming for her. Allthough the sudden new sense left her with little time to react. Merely time to turn around and stomp on the ground, though the ringing, the confusion and the hectic nature of battle forced her to pour too much energy into the spell. The Earth was deformed, though only in the immediate area, in such a way as to catapult Alfenn onto Jyn. <br/><br/>Jyn's eyes widened, normally able to take an impact like this in her stride, but was downed by the sudden nature of it combined with her lack of balance due to the earthquake and the ringing in her ears. She fell, falling onto her back as the short quake stopped and she felt Alfenn on top of her. <br/>l<br/>Touching her...<br/><br/>She stayed silent, eyes as widen as saucers as she felt his proximity. Something about that made her blush heavily, comically even for such a tall, strong fighter.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/><br/>Just as his attack was about to connect Alfenn felt the ground beneath them begin to shake.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Probably should have anticipated that</span>he thought, but it was too late to rebalance and his footing was swept out from under him so that he stumbled forward, colliding with something soft.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Something soft?..</span>As the fighters pitched forward Alfenn closed his eyes instinctively against the impact and when he opened them again he was looking directly into Jynna's eyes, her beautiful, emerald, wide open, far, far too close eyes. Alfenn's mouth fell slightly open and he froze, his cheeks rapidly reddening to match hers.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Say something you idiot!</span>he thought numbly.<br/><br/>""I… uh..."" Alfenn fumbled for something to say. ""S-shall we call it a tie?"" he managed finally.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-style: italic"">...Presently...</span></span><br/><br/>""Anyway,"" said Alfenn quickly, glad the dim light was hiding the fact that his cheeks had gone red again. ""I don't suppose this is part of the team building exercise is it?"" The boy ran his free hand over the smooth surface of the wall nearest to him, his curiosity piqued. ""I thought their might be ruins around here, I didn't really to expected find any in such a dramatic fashion though,"" he mused aloud, studying the wall for signs of inscriptions or patterns."
10731,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=375,2015-06-30T18:11:00,Zarkenis Ultima,"""This wasn't part of the plan, no."" Spoke Shanath in response to Alfenn as she swiftly helped all of her charges to her feet, tending to their injuries, assisted by Arcander in this endeavor, as he was the one versed in healing magic. If Alfenn paid enough attention to the walls of the cavern, he would notice that they seemed not only artificial, but also relatively recent, an odd realization to be sure.<br/><br/>""Well this 'dramatic discovery' sure did a great job with getting in our way, I'll tell you that!"" Aressa said to the boy in an irritated tone as she began heading deeper into the cave in order to search for some exit, moving through a passage that led beyond what Ritz had explored with her energy network. Soon she faded from sight, though her footsteps could still be heard clearly, echoing throughout the chamber, until they suddenly stopped. Almost immediately after this, her voice could be heard distantly, though it was anything but cheerful, her words betraying bewilderment.<br/><br/>""Oh, wow,<span style=""font-style: italic"">shit</span>."" She said bluntly, clearly taken aback by something she had found. Arcander looked up upon hearing this, wondering what had happened, and began rushing towards the same passage his partner had taken, but stopped in his tracks when another word came from beyond.<br/><br/>""Aska!""<br/><br/>Upon hearing this, Arcander immediately knew that something was very, very wrong, which could be seen in his eyes as he turned to face the students. The sound of clashing blades and the light of sparks flying everywhere deeper inside the cave only served to confirm his suspicions.<br/><br/>""Recruits, be on your guard! Stormbringer!"" The white-haired guide barked, summoning his armor and his energy hammer from their respective storage units before rushing into the passage and towards where Aressa had gone, quite concerned about the well-being of his partner.<br/><br/>If the students were to follow the aspirants into the cavern, they would first see Aressa locking blades with another individual at the entrance of a much larger chamber than the one where they landed. The aspirant's opponent wore a tan mask, and was clad in plain white robes, with a chestplate that served as a shield generator providing them with some semblance of protection. A symbol sat on the center of the chestplate, an insignia of a peculiar skull. He wielded an energy sword, but was clearly more proficient with it than Aressa, and was stronger too, about to overpower her had Arcander not stepped in and smashed the assailant into the far wall with a swing of his hammer.<br/><br/>""Heathens."" Aressa breathed as she summoned her armor to herself and prepared for the upcoming fight. Aside from the first assailant, there was another soldier clad in a similar attire, as well as a woman who was huddled against the wall, clad in the same white robes, but holding no weapons and wearing no armor. She had long black hair and eyes of a reddish orange, which were wide open in shock at the sight of intruders. She was unusually tall as well easily towering over even Arcander, though it was not quite as noticeable, as she was hunched over and attempting to hide.<br/><br/>What would undoubtedly catch the attention of the students the most, though, was what stood in the center of the chamber. Now that their vision was no longer blocked by Aressa struggling against an enemy, they would be able to see, in the middle of everything, a large remnant of a distant nightmare.<br/><br/>A dragon's skull.<br/><br/>Before any of them had any chance to say anything about the matter, the two heathen warriors lunged at the group. They were vastly outnumbered, but they were also clearly well-trained and had been in real battles plenty of times, which couldn't be said for many of the students present.<br/><br/>But either way, the battle had begun."
10732,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=375,2015-06-30T18:55:00,The Starlight,"The uttering of weapon names could be heard as each student summoned their weapons. Ellyn, jerking her spear up as she nearly skewered someone, ran into the chamber after Arcander. Skidding to a stop, her golden eyes widened, and she shuddered at the dragon's skull.<br/><br/>Every student here remembered the old nighttime stories of dragons and war, of the White Demon and ruin. At the time, it had been to quiet and scare into night's rest. Older now, many of them had dismissed those times, or forgotten times. After all, a millennium or so had passed. But here, was evidence that the dragons were real.<br/><br/>She was no archaeologists, so she had no idea how old it was. Snapping up her head suddenly, she found herself at the front of the group of students, and the target of one of the heathen warriors.<br/><br/>Ellyn, not wanting her to get too close, stabbed forward with her spear, getting caught surprised as the warrior swept aside her spear and slashed with her sword, Ellyn parrying it away with her own sword in her other hand. After that, the warrior had her on the defensive, and she barely parried or dodged each of her blows, Ellyn noting the quite obvious difference in skill and experience.<br/><br/>The warrior feinted a thrust, and Ellyn, falling for it, found herself neatly disarmed of her spear. Switching to a two handed grips, she went on the attack, swinging in a wide arc to provide some distance. The warrior, slipping under one of her swings, bent and thrusted directly towards Ellyn's stomach. Ellyn quickly threw out her hand, directly in front of it, using her telekinetic powers to stop the progress of the sword. The warrior increased her pressure, forcing Ellyn to use more energy to keep the sword stationary, the golden-haired girl eventually leaping back and using her telekinetic powers again to call her weapons back to her hands just quick enough for her to block another blow. Pushing against the warrior, she yelled out, ""Need some help over here!"" hoping some of her fellow peers would come to the rescue. She was outmatched here."
10733,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=375,2015-06-30T22:20:00,Wolfenium,"Wincing a bit at her sore bum as she tried to get back up, Niloofar took the collapse quite badly. Getting to her feet, she whined, ""who on earth dug this cavern!? Bullworms!? Someone could have gotten hurt! When I find that tube fiend I-""<br/><br/>""Niloofar,"" Mehran interjected, as if an order to stop her. Pouting a bit, she responded in a slight huff, ""alright. I'll calm down."" But something else was bothering the warrior this time, pointing at the girl with a serious look on his face.<br/><br/>""Niloofar, your hair,"" he stated, as the shimmering glow of her twintails illuminated the dark caverns. It was not something that, to his knowledge, happened before, barring the duration of Niloofar's magic use. Scooping up one of her hair fringes before her eyes, even Niloofar felt a bit disturbed by the sight. She did not need her brother to tell her that her eyes were acting the same. The two usually shine together in sync.<br/><br/>""I... I don't understand,"" she murmured, looking increasingly worried, ""what's going on-""<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Zarkenis Ultima <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=25100758#p25100758"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Recruits, be on your guard! Stormbringer!"" The white-haired guide barked, summoning his armor and his energy hammer from their respective storage units before rushing into the passage and towards where Aressa had gone, quite concerned about the well-being of his partner.<br/><br/>If the students were to follow the aspirants into the cavern, they would first see Aressa locking blades with another individual at the entrance of a much larger chamber than the one where they landed. The aspirant's opponent wore a tan mask, and was clad in plain white robes, with a chestplate that served as a shield generator providing them with some semblance of protection. A symbol sat on the center of the chestplate, an insignia of a peculiar skull. He wielded an energy sword, but was clearly more proficient with it than Aressa, and was stronger too, about to overpower her had Arcander not stepped in and smashed the assailant into the far wall with a swing of his hammer.<br/><br/>""Heathens."" Aressa breathed as she summoned her armor to herself and prepared for the upcoming fight. Aside from the first assailant, there was another soldier clad in a similar attire, as well as a woman who was huddled against the wall, clad in the same white robes, but holding no weapons and wearing no armor. She had long black hair and eyes of a reddish orange, which were wide open in shock at the sight of intruders. She was unusually tall as well easily towering over even Arcander, though it was not quite as noticeable, as she was hunched over and attempting to hide.<br/><br/>What would undoubtedly catch the attention of the students the most, though, was what stood in the center of the chamber. Now that their vision was no longer blocked by Aressa struggling against an enemy, they would be able to see, in the middle of everything, a large remnant of a distant nightmare.<br/><br/>A dragon's skull.<br/><br/>Before any of them had any chance to say anything about the matter, the two heathen warriors lunged at the group. They were vastly outnumbered, but they were also clearly well-trained and had been in real battles plenty of times, which couldn't be said for many of the students present.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Well, that answers it,"" Niloofar growled, drawing her trident as she readied herself against the heathens, ""of all places. It's like they turned into rats.""<br/><br/>""That's because they are,"" Mehran mused, ""cowards grovelling for power from a dead monster. Hideous."" As Ellyn began parrying with one of the foes, the lad made a dash at his side. But a side swipe was easily blocked by the imposing warrior, his dull eyes bearing down at him like a berserker, swatting him off with his sword.<br/><br/>""Ack,"" yelped the Xorshid, spinning back on his feet as he slid back from the force of the blow. He could still feel the sting of the hit, his barrier-infused blades just barely keeping the energy blade from cutting him in two. These were killers, and skill-wise, they were clearly outmatched. But eyeing his fellow students, he could only hope they know how to team up. This would not be easy.<br/><br/>""Ok, if you have ideas, feel free to move,"" Nillofar went, standing beside her brother with her fighting stance, ""we'll follow your lead.""<br/><hr/><br/>Eyeing the giant dragon skull sitting in the background, Eamonn did not need to guess why these heathens were here. While some of the students were focused on the swordbearer, his attention shifted on the hammer-wielding hulk. Drawing his blades, he raised one in front as if standing at the ready. Going on a random berserker rage was going to get him killed. He needed to use his head again, and fast.<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Dia marbh,</span>"" he uttered a small prayer, as his energy blades suddenly solidifed in a glowing green hue. Immediately, with a twist of his foot, spikes began jutting out from the ground like stalagmites, trying to land a hit on the heathen. As feared, his opponent took little effort to evade them, crushing one of the spikes with a hammer strike. But with his back turned, Eamonn took the chance for a hit. Leaping off a solid platform as it sprang out from his feet like a springboard, he surged forward with a quick strike. But as his swords struck the barrier, Eamonn's expression quickly twisted to shock. His blades barely even cut into his field, if at all.<br/><br/>""What the-"" he blurted, barely able to utter a word before his instincts kicked in at an incoming hammer blow. Withdrawing his blades, he narrowly ducked as the foe swing his hammer across, diving back as he followed up with a smash into the ground, with a force so strong it blasted a wave of air and debris into Eamonn's path. Blocking, the hapless trainee found himself flung off to the side of the cavern, making a few tumbles on the floor before hitting the wall in a crushing impact.<br/><br/>""Shit,"" she griped, getting back out of the crater in the wall, as he tried to hold in his pain. He never expected his enemy to be this thick-skinned, or at least with aura so thick it made his armour look redundant. He was clearly in need of help, whether he himself would call for it or not."
10734,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=375,2015-06-30T23:36:00,Saleon,"Kal mostly stayed in the back, not yet fitting in with the group. He didn't amass a happy disposition after the banquet, though half of it was due to them denying him a couple of shots to battle his boredom.<br/><br/>The ""excursion"" took them to a, well, trap. The fall made it clear they werent really not welcome. A hole opened beneath their feet causing quote a fall, nobody got seriously injured with only one or two needing minor healing. It was quite obvious this was not part of the ""field trip.""<hr/><br/>Soon, he could hear the sound of screams, along with seeing the sight of a dead dragon. Before he could react, two large warriors appeared at their feet.<br/><br/>""Well this just got interesting,"" he said. He took a large breath as to mentally prepare himself, recited the code in his head, and then then readied his armor. Lastly, he calling forth his sword, ""Kara,"" and his shield, ""Kura,"" and looked for his target.<br/><blockquote><div><cite>Wolfenium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=25102990#p25102990"">wrote</a>:</cite>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Dia marbh,</span>"" he uttered a small prayer, as his energy blades suddenly solidifed in a glowing green hue. Immediately, with a twist of his foot, spikes began jutting out from the ground like stalagmites, trying to land a hit on the heathen. As feared, his opponent took little effort to evade them, crushing one of the spikes with a hammer strike. But with his back turned, Eamonn took the chance for a hit. Leaping off a solid platform as it sprang out from his feet like a springboard, he surged forward with a quick strike. But as his swords struck the warrior, Eamonn's expression quickly twisted to shock. His blades barely even cut the exposed flesh between the gaps, if at all.<br/><br/>""What the-"" he blurted, barely able to utter a word before his instincts kicked in at an incoming hammer blow. Withdrawing his blades, he narrowly ducked as the foe swing his hammer across, diving back as he followed up with a smash into the ground, with a force so strong it blasted a wave of air and debris into Eamonn's path. Blocking, the hapless trainee found himself flung off to the side of the cavern, making a few tumbles on the floor before hitting the wall in a crushing impact. <br/><br/>""Shit,"" she griped, getting back out of the crater in the wall, as he tried to hold in his pain. He never expected his enemy to be this thick-skinned, or at least with aura so thick it made his armour look redundant. He was clearly in need of help, whether he himself would call for it or not.</div></blockquote>Kal quickly ran to the... man (woman? He couldn't tell) and helped him out of the wall. ""With a brute like that, it's best to attack in a group,"" he advised. He then snapped his fingers and caused a volleyball fire to erupt from the savage's hammer."
10735,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=375,2015-07-01T22:56:00,Atlannia,"<span style=""font-style: italic"">This is... not good</span>Alfenn surmised mentally, hanging back for a moment to assess the battle. Their two opponents were clearly dangerous and had the upper hand in their engagements. Eamonn had taken damage already but was being assisted by another student, Ellyn on the other hand was hard pressed and the students nearest seemed to have difficulty intervening. Without the time to think of anything more complex Alfenn simply pivoted on the spot and hurled his dagger as hard as he could at her opponent's side, sending it spinning towards the air at him. The boy's determined expression turned to one of shock as the heathen simply caught the dagger in his off hand and used it to slash at Ellyn, the attack only being thwarted when Alfenn recalled Vulpes to his own hand an instant before it struck home. Alfenn gritted his teeth.<span style=""font-style: italic"">I don't think I even made him blink!</span>he thought, as the enemy kept up his relentless attack on Alfenn's classmate.<span style=""font-style: italic"">I'll just have to make him take notice of me!</span>Alfenn realised, his eyes alighting on the crouching woman. With a sudden burst of speed Alfenn separated himself from the main group of students, making a beeline for the woman with his rapier extended.<br/><br/>He had correctly anticipated the direction of the next attack but not its speed and power. One moment the man had been pressing Ellyn with flurry of blows the next he was right behind Alfenn, his sword flashing towards him in a menacing arc. If Alfenn had been taken by surprise he had no doubt he would already be dead but he had been sure the warrior would move to intercept him and had planned his response, spinning on one foot and blocking with both of his weapons, the two blades forming an unequal X. The force of the attack sent shockwaves up Alfenn's arm and sent him skidding backwards, further separating him even as the man's follow up attack swung towards him, Alfenn's weapons barely readjusting in time to block again. He now understood why Ellyn had been having such a tough time, the heathen left no room for a counter attack, each of his blows coming in perfect succession and hitting like a falling boulder. Alfenn's weapons, with their uneven length were best suited for keeping an opponent off balance, not fighting completely defensively as he was doing now just to stay alive. All told Alfenn was seriously beginning to question his sanity for running out like this as he jumped backwards to avoid a horizontal slash he wasn't prepared to block, the blade sailing through the air he had occupied just before and the very tip of the blade digging into his shields, draining them slightly. Alfenn landed, barely parrying a thrust like a lightning bolt that lanced towards him before his feet fully touched the ground. Alfenn knew he couldn't keep this pace up for long, noting that the lust attack had actually grazed his shoulder a little. On the bright side his opponent was now fighting with his back to the majority of the students so Alfenn could reasonably expect some support soon.<br/><br/>Very soon he hoped, barely avoiding another attack."
10736,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=375,2015-07-01T23:23:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Atlannia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=25113815#p25113815"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-style: italic"">This is... not good</span> Alfenn surmised mentally, hanging back for a moment to assess the battle. Their two opponents were clearly dangerous and had the upper hand in their engagements. Eamonn had taken damage already but was being assisted by another student, Ellyn on the other hand was hard pressed and the students nearest seemed to have difficulty intervening. Without the time to think of anything more complex Alfenn simply pivoted on the spot and hurled his dagger as hard as he could at her opponent's side, sending it spinning towards the air at him. The boy's determined expression turned to one of shock as the heathen simply caught the dagger in his off hand and used it to slash at Ellyn, the attack only being thwarted when Alfenn recalled Vulpes to his own hand an instant before it struck home. Alfenn gritted his teeth. <span style=""font-style: italic"">I don't think I even made him blink!</span> he thought, as the enemy kept up his relentless attack on Alfenn's classmate. <span style=""font-style: italic"">I'll just have to make him take notice of me!</span> Alfenn realised, his eyes alighting on the crouching woman. With a sudden burst of speed Alfenn separated himself from the main group of students, making a beeline for the woman with his rapier extended.<br/><br/>He had correctly anticipated the direction of the next attack but not its speed and power. One moment the man had been pressing Ellyn with flurry of blows the next he was right behind Alfenn, his sword flashing towards him in a menacing arc. If Alfenn had been taken by surprise he had no doubt he would already be dead but he had been sure the warrior would move to intercept him and had planned his response, spinning on one foot and blocking with both of his weapons, the two blades forming an unequal X. The force of the attack sent shockwaves up Alfenn's arm and sent him skidding backwards, further separating him even as the man's follow up attack swung towards him, Alfenn's weapons barely readjusting in time to block again. He now understood why Ellyn had been having such a tough time, the heathen left no room for a counter attack, each of his blows coming in perfect succession and hitting like a falling boulder. Alfenn's weapons, with their uneven length were best suited for keeping an opponent off balance, not fighting completely defensively as he was doing now just to stay alive. All told Alfenn was seriously beginning to question his sanity for running out like this as he jumped backwards to avoid a horizontal slash he wasn't prepared to block, the blade sailing through the air he had occupied just before and the very tip of the blade digging into his shields, draining them slightly. Alfenn landed, barely parrying a thrust like a lightning bolt that lanced towards him before his feet fully touched the ground. Alfenn knew he couldn't keep this pace up for long, noting that the lust attack had actually grazed his shoulder a little. On the bright side his opponent was now fighting with his back to the majority of the students so Alfenn could reasonably expect some support soon.<br/><br/>Very soon he hoped, barely avoiding another attack.</div></blockquote><br/>""Vyna! We have to do something"" Jyn spoke. Her sister frowned, while her brother seemed strangely absent. Jyn had her armour on and had already summoned her axe. Vyna was glaring at one of them, Cursing.<br/><br/>""No opening. Dammit. I can't see one in the other guy."" She muttered, ""These guys are good, I'll give them that.""<br/><br/>Jyn grunted in frustration and attacked the one that wask attacking Alfenn. Luckily she was able to actually trip the man, using her axe to send him sprawling to the ground. Before she could celebrate, she was also on the ground, tripped by his foot. She fell with a clang and had to fend off the man pushing down on her axe she put up to defend her with his sword. Luckily able to absorb some of the kinetic force from the attack which she stored for later. However the sword was getting dangerously close to her head. She grunted, trying to push the man's blade away. It was the first time in a while she had been outmuscled.<br/><br/>Fortunately Jon came up and blasted the man with a considerable about of bioelectricity, which only made him turn slightly. Not letting up, he released stinging blasts which were to keep him distracted from his sister. However the man seemed to realise they only stung his sheilds and did little else, so turned his attention back to Jyn. Ready to end the girl down on the floor."
10737,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=375,2015-07-02T20:48:00,Zarkenis Ultima,"""Blade Soul!""<br/><br/>The heathen warrior about to attack Jyn was instead forced to block as an arc of crimson energy crashed violently into his blade, sending sparks everywhere.<br/><br/>The author of this attack, Aressa, then charged towards the enemy in order to draw attention away from the other student. Her energy sword, Aska, was in a tight two-handed grip, but instead of the normal green hue its blade usually had, it seemed to have turned into a blade of erratic crimson energy, twice as long as it should have been. She had imbued the blade with her magic, making it a much greater threat than it would be otherwise, and she attempted to take advantage of this by forcing her opponent to meet her blade. She doubted she would be able to get in a direct hit, but she would at least force him to block, which would cause him to burn through his sword's energy reserves quickly, while her own were preserved through magic.<br/><br/>Unfortunately, clever as her plan might have been, the warrior saw right through it. Instead of sending out his blade to meet hers, she crouched and dodged the slash, sending his gauntleted fist barreling into her gut with great force. Though a fair bit of the impact was absorbed by the armor she wore, it was still painful, and as it was not an energy attack it went right through her shields, sending her staggering back from the impact.<br/><br/>The warrior was about to follow up with a sword strike of his own, when all of the sudden, he was slammed into the wall of the cave by an unseen force. Behind the rest of the group, Shanath's voice could be heard chanting a powerful wind spell in order to bind the enemy. Taking advantage of this, Aressa stood up and thrusted forward, beginning to drill through the warrior's shields.<br/><br/>This only lasted for a moment, as a quick chant from the warrior himself caused a blast of fire to emerge from his hand towards Aressa, impacting her with such force that it sent her across the room, crashing into Shanath, breaking her concentration, releasing the warrior.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, the other heathen soldier, the one with the warhammer, seemed hardly fazed at all by Kal's spell, ignoring it as his shields tanked the damage and instead raising his monstruous weapon for another shot at the students. However, the attack was stopped as Arcander rushed in, his own hammer colliding with the incoming blow with such an impact that it made the entire cavern shake for a moment. The ground beneath the white-haired aspirant's feet cracked under the stress as he felt his own bones reverberate from the clash, and Stormbringer itself seemed to groan, complaining about the abuse it was being put through. Nonetheless, the heathen did not intend to lose any single moment, and neither did Arcander. He intercepted blow after blow of his enemy, though he was visibly slower and weaker, having to put in a lot of effort just to keep up.<br/><br/>Finally, the heathen had an opportunity and took it, smashing his hammer into Arcander's shoulder before he could recover from blocking the last blow. The guide howled in pain, the energy levels of his shields taking a nose dive, but he persevered even through this, not falling to the ground. In this bleak situation, he saw his own opportunity. Turning off his hammer, he raised it and slammed it into the side of the heathen's head with a loud clank, the weapon bypassing the shields on account of being deactivated and thus emitting no energy. The enemy's endurance was remarkable, as he did not seem defeated even after that direct hit, but he was certainly stunned, and so, Arcander took a step back from the battle, taking a moment to breathe. His shoulder hurt like hell, but he couldn't let this get to him, knowing the battle was not yet over."
10738,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=400,2015-07-06T13:04:00,Atlannia,"""Damn,"" Alfenn muttered under his breath, his eyes flicking from one heathen to the other.<span style=""font-style: italic"">I should go after him</span>he thought, focusing on the one who had attacked Jynna and more recently freed themselves from a binding spell from one of the aspirants.<span style=""font-style: italic"">As long we keep up the pressure we can whittle down their shields over time. That's the most reliable course to victory.</span>In most games it was generally acknowledged that if one side managed to acquire a significant advantage in terms of pieces than their victory was certain as long as they played carefully and made no mistakes. As long as thye managed to trade pieces with their opponent at a one to one rate then numbers would inevitably win out. Theoretically the same rules would apply here, the heathens were undoubtedly more skilled but as long as their shields continued to be drained at this rate they'd be empty at some point. However...<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">If this were to turn into a drawn out battle of attrition we would almost certainly lose someone.</span>Alfenn thought, gritting his teeth. There had been a couple of close calls already, even the aspirants were injured although that was in part due to them taking on the brunt of the fighting. If the fight carried on at this rate eventually someone would make a mistake and against warriors this experienced and ruthless it would likely be a lethal. IF one of the aspirants were killed would some of the first years begin to panic? If Jynna was killed wou- Alfenn shook his head.<span style=""font-style: italic"">I can't let that happen! We have to end this as soon as possible!</span>With that in mind he began studying the enemy once more, looking for some kind of exploitable weakness. It was then he observed Arcander switch off the energy on his hammer and strike direct blow against the enemy.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">AN interesting tactic.</span>Thought Alfenn<span style=""font-style: italic"">I'll have to- wait...</span>Suddenly he realised, or perhaps realised the significance of the fact that the enemy weren't wearing anything except robes underneath their shield generators. Arcander's blow had merely stunned the man temporarily.<span style=""font-style: italic"">But if I turn off the field on my sword, I could probably just run them through. I'd need an opening though, or else they'll just block and shatter my sword.</span>Alfenn dismissed his dagger temporarily and raised the now empty hand to his mouth, speaking into it. Flicking it away produced an odd bubble of slightly distorted space that floated away towards the Ayendor siblings, whereupon it popped and the words Alfenn had said made themselves audible to anyone close by.<br/><br/>""Can you all hear?"" asked Alfenn's disembodied voice. ""I have an idea but I'll need you to create an opening for me, if you can, organise as many people as possible for a group attack on the one with the sword I'll move after that. If that plan sounds okay than nod at me and I'll be ready to go whenever you make your move, otherwise I'll just move in normally and we can try for a basic pincer attack."""
10739,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=400,2015-07-06T17:28:00,Esternial,"Though she had vastly greater reserves of energy now than before, Ritz couldn't do much standing still, especially not in a different cavern. Abruptly pulling back her funnels like a fisherman reeling in his line, she followed the others through the passage, walking into an ongoing battle between a group of strangers and her fellow students and guides.<br/><br/>Though the shapes of friend and foe in mortal combat faded away next to the massive skull that sat in the cavern, two hollow eyes peering at Ritz. She had read much about dragons, but seeing a fossil like this before her eyes was something else - it felt vaguely exhilarating. Though dead, there seemed to be some kind of energy oozing from it, but what is was Ritz could not tell. This was unexplored territory, in some respects quite literally.<br/><br/>But there were more pressing matters.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Focus.</span><br/><br/>Lunging weapon-first into battle would do Ritz no good. Ellyn and Eamonn were two of the most formidable warriors in their group, not to mention the had two aspirants on their side, but the strangers fighting them were on a completely different level of ability. For now everyone held their own - more or less - but time was not on their side. Fortunately, Ritz had built up enough reserves - now she needed to appropriate them.<br/><br/>The funnels in her hands still shone with the energy they had stored within, light flickering between the gaps of white metal sheeting that covered them. As Ritz took a deep breath, all that light vanished along with the energy, pouring into Ritz body and rushing throughout her body as she guided its flow, containing it - condensing it. It was more than she could accumulate herself, forcefully drawn into her body rather than gradually absorbed. It was painful, as if every cell of her body was about to burst with raw, overflowing energy. Her breathing got heavy, her limbs grew numb as if she had run a marathon, but the pain was a blessing in disguise - it focused her mind on the task at hand. With all her might and focus, she forced the energy deeper into her core and erected a barrier to contain it. Then another. Then a third. Three barriers kept the energy that felt like it could vaporize her entire body contained in a small core that was not even the size of a plum. It was nothing short from<span style=""font-style: italic"">agonising</span>, but it had to be done. She would not to push herself to her limit. Nobody would die today, the odds be damned.<br/><br/>Her movements were twitchy and slow, as if she had gotten a beating already. That was about to change.<br/><br/>It was like pulling away a twig that supported the weight from an entire dam. The core expanded and raging white hot fire burst outwards like an explosion, smashing against the second barrier that contained the brunt of the energy while a fraction seeped out into her limbs - - the first barrier had been opened.<br/><br/>The pain numbed, but still remained present, only superseded by an intense and reinvigorating power. Ritz could feel her muscles tense up, to the point of almost tearing apart, bursting with potential power. Her limbs were burning as she remained idle. She needed more.<br/><br/>She heard Alfenn's voice.<span style=""font-style: italic"">I'm not ready.</span>Time to speed things up. Again the core of shining energy expanded and burst through the second barrier like it was nothing.<span style=""font-style: italic"">The third will have to wait.</span>A last resort. The energy she had at her disposal now would have to do, rushing through her arms as she focused its shape and intensity. She was ready. If she stood in that spot any longer her muscles would rip themselves apart merely with all that unspent power. With a hesitant, but determined glare she focused all her attention on the man with the sword, raising her arms and stretching her hands. The aura surrounding her was not calming or warm as it always had been. It was ferocious, burning with the intensity of a star. Her hands were enveloped by a sheath of energy, shaped into a sharp blade that ran down her forearm. How long her body could keep up was a question she didn't feel like dwelling over.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">There is very little a naked hand can do by itself to a blade.</span>Professor Xan's words at the beginning of her training at the academy resounded in the back of her mind. She smiled.<br/><br/>""I guess we're about to found out, aren't we?""<br/><br/>The ground cracked beneath Ritz feet as she vanished from her spot, rock bursting out and shooting far across the cavern, away from the sword-bearing stranger. She was but one young woman, collectively known to be a sweet and overall innocent presence - at that very moment, she would fight ferociously, determined, and with the presence of three. Alfenn would get his opening."
10740,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=400,2015-07-07T22:42:00,Saleon,"<blockquote><div><cite>Zarkenis Ultima <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=25124458#p25124458"">wrote</a>:</cite>Meanwhile, the other heathen soldier, the one with the warhammer, seemed hardly fazed at all by Kal's spell, ignoring it as his shields tanked the damage and instead raising his monstruous weapon for another shot at the students. However, the attack was stopped as Arcander rushed in, his own hammer colliding with the incoming blow with such an impact that it made the entire cavern shake for a moment. The ground beneath the white-haired aspirant's feet cracked under the stress as he felt his own bones reverberate from the clash, and Stormbringer itself seemed to groan, complaining about the abuse it was being put through. Nonetheless, the heathen did not intend to lose any single moment, and neither did Arcander. He intercepted blow after blow of his enemy, though he was visibly slower and weaker, having to put in a lot of effort just to keep up.<br/><br/>Finally, the heathen had an opportunity and took it, smashing his hammer into Arcander's shoulder before he could recover from blocking the last blow. The guide howled in pain, the energy levels of his shields taking a nose dive, but he persevered even through this, not falling to the ground. In this bleak situation, he saw his own opportunity. Turning off his hammer, he raised it and slammed it into the side of the heathen's head with a loud clank, the weapon bypassing the shields on account of being deactivated and thus emitting no energy. The enemy's endurance was remarkable, as he did not seem defeated even after that direct hit, but he was certainly stunned, and so, Arcander took a step back from the battle, taking a moment to breathe. His shoulder hurt like hell, but he couldn't let this get to him, knowing the battle was not yet over.</div></blockquote>Kal watched as the large boy with white hair charged recklessly at the giant and despite the boy's efforts he didn't seem to be doing well. He did manage to clock the giant in the head, but only enough to stun him.<br/><br/>Of course this posed as an opportunity, and what better way to fell the giant, than a really big rock to the head? Kal's magic focused on ignition. When one ignites a fire, depending on how, you either get a roaring flame, or an explosion. The latter requiring more focus and expertise in manipulating fire. Kal looked at the cave ceiling for weaknesses and stressed points for the best location to execute his plan. He quickly gives a quick warning to Arcander; then sets off an explosion which dislodges a reasonably sized rock from the ceiling.<br/><br/>The giant rushes to duck out of the way in time, but the rock still clocks him in the skull. The rock, despite Kal's hopes and dreams, only cracks on his head. It is clear that it hurt him, but also clear it didn't do enough. ""my gosh what is your head maybe of!"" Kal fumes, ""you got a metal plate in their?"" The brute on the other hand begins charging towards Kal.<br/><br/>Kal curses slightly before the giant comes in with an opening couple of swipes of the big guy's hammer. Kal frantically dodges out of the way of each, but, as such, has no chance to attack or even strategically escape. Each swipe is vicious, but does show that the brute grew a bit haggard from the recent ""attempts"" at his head. His fighting style went from overly refined and powerful to a berserker's rage; devising many openings, but still too fast to actually be usable. ""um,"" he vocalized to everybody while ducking under and around a variety of blows, ""help!"""
10741,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=400,2015-07-10T07:02:00,The Starlight,"<blockquote><div><cite>Atlannia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=25167526#p25167526"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Damn,"" Alfenn muttered under his breath, his eyes flicking from one heathen to the other. <span style=""font-style: italic"">I should go after him</span> he thought, focusing on the one who had attacked Jynna and more recently freed themselves from a binding spell from one of the aspirants. <span style=""font-style: italic"">As long we keep up the pressure we can whittle down their shields over time. That's the most reliable course to victory.</span> In most games it was generally acknowledged that if one side managed to acquire a significant advantage in terms of pieces than their victory was certain as long as they played carefully and made no mistakes. As long as thye managed to trade pieces with their opponent at a one to one rate then numbers would inevitably win out. Theoretically the same rules would apply here, the heathens were undoubtedly more skilled but as long as their shields continued to be drained at this rate they'd be empty at some point. However...<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">If this were to turn into a drawn out battle of attrition we would almost certainly lose someone.</span> Alfenn thought, gritting his teeth. There had been a couple of close calls already, even the aspirants were injured although that was in part due to them taking on the brunt of the fighting. If the fight carried on at this rate eventually someone would make a mistake and against warriors this experienced and ruthless it would likely be a lethal. IF one of the aspirants were killed would some of the first years begin to panic? If Jynna was killed wou- Alfenn shook his head. <span style=""font-style: italic"">I can't let that happen! We have to end this as soon as possible!</span> With that in mind he began studying the enemy once more, looking for some kind of exploitable weakness. It was then he observed Arcander switch off the energy on his hammer and strike direct blow against the enemy. <br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">AN interesting tactic.</span> Thought Alfenn <span style=""font-style: italic"">I'll have to- wait...</span> Suddenly he realised, or perhaps realised the significance of the fact that the enemy weren't wearing anything except robes underneath their shield generators. Arcander's blow had merely stunned the man temporarily. <span style=""font-style: italic"">But if I turn off the field on my sword, I could probably just run them through. I'd need an opening though, or else they'll just block and shatter my sword.</span> Alfenn dismissed his dagger temporarily and raised the now empty hand to his mouth, speaking into it. Flicking it away produced an odd bubble of slightly distorted space that floated away towards the Ayendor siblings, whereupon it popped and the words Alfenn had said made themselves audible to anyone close by. <br/><br/>""Can you all hear?"" asked Alfenn's disembodied voice. ""I have an idea but I'll need you to create an opening for me, if you can, organise as many people as possible for a group attack on the one with the sword I'll move after that. If that plan sounds okay than nod at me and I'll be ready to go whenever you make your move, otherwise I'll just move in normally and we can try for a basic pincer attack.""</div></blockquote><br/>Ellyn turned and nodded to him, nearly losing her head in the process. Fortunately for her, she turned, just in time, throwing up her spear, and narrowly blocking the slash that would have beheaded her. Ellyn threw herself backwards, disengaging. Glancing around, she saw no one else beginning their attack, so Ellyn, turning to Alfenn once more, gave a count of three on her fingers, and began the same attack that she had attempted to use of Professor Xan, telekinetically wielding her spear and sword, parrying, slashing, blocking and the like. That would provide an opening for Alfenn, and it would increase if other students joined in, making the swordsman have to defend against multiple attacks at once."
10742,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=400,2015-07-10T12:38:00,Atlannia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Esternial <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=25170508#p25170508"">wrote</a>:</cite>---</div></blockquote><br/><blockquote><div><cite>The Starlight <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=25213277#p25213277"">wrote</a>:</cite>----</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">I have to hand it to these people, when you ask them to make an opening they really go all out.</span>Thought Alfenn wryly, taking a moment to breathe and focus.<span style=""font-style: italic"">I sort of wish I had come up with something a little flashier to go with it but as long as it works no one should be too disappointed.</span>Suppressing the noise of his footsteps, his breathing, even his heart beat, Alfenn silently circled behind his target as the others engaged him, extending his rapier and powering it down until the naked blade was exposed like a gleaming tooth. His first lesson with Xan had taught him that even in this state he could be detected if he approached a skilled enemy too closely.<span style=""font-style: italic"">But if he comes to me it shouldn’t' t be an issue.</span>As the heathen parrying a strike and effortlessly swayed around a vertical slash at the same time Alfenn tossed his dagger high into the air, watching closely as it arced through the air. When it was directly over the warrior Alfenn made a sharp downwards gesture with his empty hand and the dagger suddenly lanced downwards blade first with surprising speed. As distracted as he was, the heathen warrior sensed, or saw something at the last possible instant and dashed backwards to avoid the attack...<br/><br/>Impaling himself on Alfenn's outstretched rapier. The force with which the man had leaped backwards and the slender, stabbing form of Alfenn's sword meant he travelled most of the way down the blade as it slid through his midsection, actually bumping into the hilt of the sword and sending the boy staggering back a few paces.<br/><br/>""Wait,"" muttered Alfenn, gritting his teeth and pushing his knee into the small of the heathen's back and struggling to free his sword while ignoring the unpleasant hissing, gasps the man was making. ""Wait I had something uh.."" Finally he managed to wrench his blade free, eliciting a spray of blood and staggering backwards. ""Uh...Look before you leap? That'll do,"" as the heathen fell to his knees Alfenn pulled back his sword and thrust again, into the man's throat. This time using his foot on the man's shoulder to pull free his sword, watching the heathen fall forward into the ground face first. He was reasonably certain the man was dead, he was certainly mortally wounded and Alfenn wasn't exactly sure how he felt about that, oddly numb if anything. There wasn't time to worry about that or analyse his feeling however, there was still one more enemy to go. Waving vaguely at the distraction team to confirm their success he wheeled towards the other warrior and readied his now bloodied rapier."
10743,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=400,2015-07-11T14:56:00,Esternial,"The fight was exhilarating. Though she only fought with her bare hands, Ritz was able to stand her own against the swordsman through sheer speed and grace of movement alone, laying down a barrage of attacks that were impossible to follow with the naked eye alone. There was no need to hit him directly - Ritz had faith in her teammate's abilities. If she could force him to block her strikes and become his center of focus, it was more than enough, and that paid off when Alfenn's plan geared into motion.<br/><br/>One warrior was down, or at least indisposed. She doubted even such a powerful man could recover from such a lethal wound, but little was impossible. At any rate, he wouldn't be as dangerous if he were to recover, so now Ritz could focus on the remaining soldier. There was still some energy left to chip away at his shields and stamina. The others would have to think of a plan - she would have to make use of her fleeting power.<br/><br/>Once again Ritz lunged forward, a mere flash of light as she struck the berserker's hammer from the side as it was about to bear down onto Kal, diverting its course to naught but the rocky surface of the cavern, chips of stone flying up in the air while the muscled man tried to catch a glimpse of the unseen force that foiled his attack. Nothing but air. Kal was gone too, lifted up by Ritz and dropped at a safer distance.<br/><br/>He was slow, but more powerful that the sword-toting heathen. Blocking would be difficult. Dodging was the only option here.<br/><br/>Rushing back into the fight, the young woman didn't even notice the gradual decrease in energy, dragging down the speed of her movements and force of her punches. The sword she had manifested on her arm had already faded during the earlier fight, and Ritz made a mental note to avoid using it to make better use of her energy. Still, she had some left - unfortunately, she overestimated how much of it.<br/><br/>She was good for still several strikes, dodging the warhammer and stabbing her hands through the man's shield to apply dense pockets of energy in an attempt to numb his muscles. It was hard to see any effect, but even if she could only weaken him slightly, it would contribute to the -<span style=""font-style: italic"">what.</span><br/><br/>Ritz mind went blank as she felt a fist collide with her stomach, the sheer amount of force exerted through it lifting her up in the air and propelling her towards the nearby cave wall. Her back took a beating in the process. Only now did Ritz notice the deceptively slow decay of her power. It was all but gone at this point, and now that the adrenaline of combat faded away along with it, she became painfully aware of what price her power came.<br/><br/>The third barrier collapsed on its own as the young woman slumped down onto her knees, barely holding on to consciousness as she endured the pain of torn and battered muscles across her entire body, joined by the injury the brute had inflicted on her moments ago. There was internal bleeding. It was practically impossible for there not to be. The vibrant starlight inside her core faded quickly as the remainder of the energy she contained within diffused throughout her body, initiating the painstaking process of mending her self-inflicted injuries along with the impact site of the berserker's punch.<br/><br/>She pushed herself up in an attempt to move further away, but to no avail. She fell back time, this time her knees were unable to carry her - it was a miracle they managed the first time. Lying on her side, Ritz could only wait and endure. It was impossible for her to muster the focus she needed to gather more energy. The young woman groaned painfully.<br/><br/>The brute must feel pretty good about himself right about now, having just incapacitated one of his opponents with a single punch."
10744,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=400,2015-07-11T15:34:00,The Starlight,"<blockquote><div><cite>Esternial <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=25228690#p25228690"">wrote</a>:</cite>-snip-</div></blockquote><br/>Ellyn winced, seeing Ritz fly into the air and hit the cave after a mere punch from the warhammer-wielding warrior. That one would've hurt and already she saw the berserk already advancing upon the prone Ritz, and that, she would not allow. Leaping over her fallen comrade and planting her feet just in front of her, Ellyn's eyes flashed a warning towards the berserker,<span style=""font-style: italic"">You shall not pass.</span><br/><br/>Throwing up a telekinetic shield directly between them, she quickly turned to Ritz and laid a hand on her, muttering ""I hope you don't mind this."" Starting a quiet chant, she poured a little of her healing power into the student to at least stabilize her, wincing every few seconds as the heathen hammered at her shield. It felt like someone was smashing her head into a metal wall over and over again. Finishing with Ritz quickly, she lifted the girl using her telekinetic powers out of the direct area of the battle, so that she wouldn't be a target.<br/><br/>Turning once more to the berserker, she felt her shield begin to break, and so, as he swung once more with his mighty warhammer, Ellyn dropped the shield. The berserker, expecting the warhammer to bounce back, didn't expect it to go through, and was unbalanced. Ellyn, taking the opportunity, ducked low and attempted a hard punch to his stomach, only to shriek in pain as it bounced off. She was pretty sure there were at least fractures in her hand, and she hopped back as he recovered and began swinging his warhammer once more.<br/><br/>Reaching deep into her reservoirs, she flung her good hand out, blasting him with telekinetic force, throwing him against the rock face. Then, continuing to chant, she kept up the blast even as he slowly walked through it, hoping, praying that someone would take the opportunity to finish him off. Her nose began to bleed as she quickly traveled toward the bottom of that well of power. Falling to one knee, she redoubled her efforts as he came closer. She was almost spent, but by Aradain, she would not give up, she swore to herself."
10745,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=400,2015-07-11T16:42:00,Saleon,"Kal looked sternly at the fight. The two ladies had done a good deal to the giant, but even the second one showed signs of faltering. Blood in the nose. She didn't seem like she would give up, and neither was he.<br/><br/>He once more collected himself, ready to launch one last offensive. He doubled his resolve and quietly uttered a small portion of his code.He slowed his breath and charged a small collection of energy in his offhand. He flipped his energy sword, placing it in a rear stance. He then charged at the giant.<br/><br/>The giant himself had prepared to deal an overhead strike at ellyn. A finishing blow, though this left him wide open. Kal rushed to the right of him, slicing from behind. The energy shield burdened much of the attack, but the flurry of attacks by Ritz left it quite weak. The shield shattered, something which The giant noted. He began to turn around, redirecting his hammer for a swipe to the side. Kal was swifter in this case moving his offhand and giving a direct bolt of energy to his chest. The lightning bolt was quick and painful, debilitating and perfectly timed. The giant's swing was stopped abruptly by the sharp pain."
10746,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=400,2015-07-12T17:12:00,Zarkenis Ultima,"One moment was everything that was needed for the battle to finally end. As the hulking warrior with the warhammer halted mid-strike due to Kal's thunderblast, two figures that had been momentarily incapacitated earlier leaped to action, mere blurs in the eyes of their fellow students as they charged towards the buff warrior. He, however, was able to react in time despite the direct strike from Kal's lightning, and raised his warhammer to protect himself from the two incoming blows, intercepting the two blades that were bound to sever his arms if allowed to continue unimpeded. Then, and only then, did the two assailants become fully visible: Aressa on one side, with her green energy saber Aska now twice as long as it was, glowing bright red and pulsing with power; and on the other side, Shanath, with her black sword lined with bright red energy blades on its edges, its unique composition conferring it greater weight and power. The two aspirants pushed against the brute's warhammer with all of their might combined, somehow managing to keep him from reacting. The two of them were clearly inferior to him in terms of power and skill, and had it been only one or the other pushing down against him, they would've been inevitably shoved away; but now, working together as they were, their combined strength, however barely, was able to match that of the heathen knight, holding him still as their blades lapped up the reserves of the shields on the hammer's shaft now that those on his armor were all drained.<br/><br/>However, the heathen warrior was not defeated just yet. Much like his fallen companion, he, too, wielded the magic power of the flame in addition to his gargantuan weapon, and so, he began chanting a spell under his breath, something by no means unnoticeable, though the two aspirants currently attacking the brute could do nothing about it, for their every ounce of strength and focus was being used in maintaining their attack. Both Shanath and Aressa grimaced, having a pretty good idea of what was coming but having no way to stop it. They were about to leap out of the way, when they noticed something peculiar... the spell was not completing itself. Despite the heathen's continuous casting, still nothing happened. Now, there were two possibilities here. The first was that he was preparing something far greater, but that was unlikely, given the urgency of his situation.<br/><br/>Before they could ponder the matter any further, the two girls heard something behind them, another chant. And with that, they realized what was going on, the second possibility: counter-magic. The voice of the person chanting behind them belonged to Elsis, who was currently holding out her palm towards the heathen warrior. An adept at fire magic, she was nonetheless going through a great struggle just to maintain the counterspell. Knowing how to cast such a spell in the first place was an admirable feat for a first-year recruit, and to be able to maintain it for any length of time against a foe such as the heathen warrior, who undoubtedly had a greater mastery over fire than her, was truly a miracle. The aspirants were able to appreciate her efforts, and continued pressing the attack, unable to redouble their efforts because they were already giving it their all.<br/><br/>Their blades continued searing through the energy shield, multicolored sparks flying everywhere and lighting up the earthen chamber as a horrid noise like twin chainsaws cutting through a metal block echoed through the cavern. But finally, with a loud, ethereal crack, the energy shield on the hammer's shaft shattered, and both Aressa's saber and Shanath's blade cut through the now unprotected weapon as though they were simply moving through the air, severing both of the brute's arms with a spurt of blood and destroying part of the ground as they finished their arc, both swords coming to rest with part of their blade buried underneath the earth. Not missing a beat, Aressa quickly pulled Aska out of the ground and stabbed the heathen through the chest, destroying his heart and killing him at last. Shanath grimaced at this, looking away. However, she had to react quickly, as suddenly, Aressa stumbled forward and nearly fell to the ground, caught at the last moment by the black-haired aspirant, who looked at her friend in concern.<br/><br/>""Is your life well intact, fire-mane?"" The girl said, her statement cryptic and strange, but clearly laced with concern.<br/><br/>""I... I'm fine, Shanath."" The red-haired student said weakly after taking a few deep breaths. ""I... exhausted myself a bit... with my blade magic."" She said, and Shanath immediately understood what she was talking about. Blade Soul was a powerful spell that empowered a weapon by coating it with the user's will and magical energy, but because of that, it was also very draining to maintain for long, and Aressa had used it during nearly the entire fight, and especially in that last attack, using its power to drain the energy shield on the brute's hammer far quicker than what would've been possible without the spell.<br/><br/>""I understand, friend. Please rest, you have done more than enough in this battle. Your ancestors would be proud, I assure you."" Shanath said as Aressa fell limp in her arms. Carefully, the aspirant sat her friend against one of the walls on the cave so that she could rest there.<br/><br/>While all of this happened, Arcander, who had retreated slightly after his shoulder had been nearly broken by the warhammer-wielding warrior, now stood over Ritz's agonizing frame, kneeling next to the injured lilac-haired girl and holding both of his palms over her, facing down. The gentle guide began chanting a spell, and suddenly, his hands seemed aglow with holy light, and the injuries on Ritz's body seemed to begin mending themselves far faster than what she was able to achieve by herself, eventually leading to her being in optimal physical condition once again, though the pain was something Arcander could do nothing about. It was something Ritz would have to endure on her own, though hopefully it would begin fading now that the tall aspirant's magic had accomplished its job.<br/><br/>""There we go. It's the least I can do for you. You fought very well back there."" Arcander said to the girl with a kind smile. Then, turning towards the others, but not yet noticing Aressa's situation, he called out to them. ""Is anyone else injured? I can help."" He stated."
10747,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=400,2015-07-14T10:37:00,Atlannia,"As soon as the fight was over Alfenn lowered his guard and looked around urgently, breathing a visible sigh of relief when he noticed Jynna, standing by her siblings and more or less okay. Without a moment's thought he jogged over to her. ""I'm glad you’re okay!"" he said breathlessly when he reached her. ""I mean uh-"" he glanced at her siblings a little awkwardly. ""I'm glad everyone's okay obviously, we were lucky to get through this without any serious casualties, I just meant..."" he looked at Jynna and his cheeks reddened slightly. ""I'm...really glad you're okay,"" he muttered finally. To keep his hands busy more than anything else Alfenn went to sheathe his rapier, only then realising that the blade was still covered in dark, shining blood. Taking a handkerchief from his pocket he proceeded to carefully wipe down the thin blade, glancing as he did so at the still form of the warrior who had fallen to it.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">This is what it feels like to kill someone? I just feel tired more than anything...</span>"
10748,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=400,2015-07-15T13:55:00,Saleon,"Kal let out a sigh if relief, Losing steadiness in his legs, and fell to the ground. The cold rock on his back was refreshing in a way, but he barely noticed. The cathartic feeling of the fight ending was enough to satiate him. He the lunged his back forward and moved closer to the wall.<br/><br/>He motioned his fingers forward to his face. Two fingers extruded outward and held a small pipe of air to his lips. The feeling was bittersweet. ""****, forgot they took away my smokes. Though even as a knight I had to smoke where no one was looking, so... no surprise I guess?"" he grumbled to himself. At one point he remembered trying to quit. It wasn't something he could keep up. After every fight he had, a cigarette was his brief moment of brevity.""c'est la vie,"" he mumbled while rocking his head slowly onto the rock.<br/><br/>He looked at the hammer, and it's details. He didn't quite recognize them. His only point of reference was the ominous skull hanging above the cave.<span style=""font-style: italic"">one of those dragon fanatics, maybe?</span>he thought. It wasn't a solid observation and he knew it. easily could have been a coincidence, but sometimes coincidences never stay coincidences.<br/><br/>Continuing off his moments of observation, he looked at the others. The girl he saved was from what he could tell unconscious, everyone else was exhausted with only slight injuries. Miraculous that nobody got anything serious, moreso that with such skilled warriors... nobody died. He put another invisible pipe of air to his lips, only to remind himself he, well, didn't have one. his vice. one of many. He placed his fingers to the ground.<br/><br/>""um,"" he said to everyone, ""might be a bad time, but names Kal'Kul Mathel. I'm, uh, new. Quick status report is that I'm fine. Just tired... and in need of a smoke."""
10749,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=400,2015-07-15T20:57:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Atlannia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=25261413#p25261413"">wrote</a>:</cite>As soon as the fight was over Alfenn lowered his guard and looked around urgently, breathing a visible sigh of relief when he noticed Jynna, standing by her siblings and more or less okay. Without a moment's thought he jogged over to her. ""I'm glad you’re okay!"" he said breathlessly when he reached her. ""I mean uh-"" he glanced at her siblings a little awkwardly. ""I'm glad everyone's okay obviously, we were lucky to get through this without any serious casualties, I just meant..."" he looked at Jynna and his cheeks reddened slightly. ""I'm...really glad you're okay,"" he muttered finally. To keep his hands busy more than anything else Alfenn went to sheathe his rapier, only then realising that the blade was still covered in dark, shining blood. Taking a handkerchief from his pocket he proceeded to carefully wipe down the thin blade, glancing as he did so at the still form of the warrior who had fallen to it. <br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">This is what it feels like to kill someone? I just feel tired more than anything...</span></div></blockquote><br/>Jyn smiled and wrapped Alfenn in a massive and tight hug, ""I'm so glad you're okay too! "" She spoke as she bear hugged her friend, though this was a much warmer hug than even she was usaully capable of giving. She was so relieved after the battle, and something about being near Alfenn made her so happy. ""Are you alright? Did they hurt you?"" She asked, not letting go of Alf. She didn't want to let him go now. And... she was experiencing feeling she didn't even knew she had for him. She wanted to tell him, to describe each and every one. Tell him... but her mouth refused to move."
10750,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=400,2015-07-16T00:30:00,Zarkenis Ultima,"Ignikalos Malganis was, to put it bluntly, a ratty fellow. Scrawny, with unkempt, lusterless black hair and wide, narrow dark brown eyes that made it seem as though he could stand in the middle of two warriors in a standoff and look at both of them at the same time. Indeed, many had commented that his peripheral vision was exceptional, though it was up for debate if this was due to his eyes or not. All in all, not the kind of person one would think of when envisioning knight material, not the kind of person one would look at and say ""that one would make a great soldier"". But anyone who had paid their attention to him during the Silver Games would have quickly realized just how deceitful appearances could be: Malganis had put up one hell of a fight, impressing everyone with his handling of the spear and his daring tactics. In the end, he did not emerge victorious, as his opponent was a very gifted recruit who'd had access to plenty of training, unlike Malganis himself, who hailed from humble origins and was only able to learn combat from a friend of his father; despite this, he had certainly managed to earn the respect of his peers, at the very least. He was said to be the fastest of his generation, and rightly so, for his agility, apparently, could not be matched by the other first year recruits, at least not without the use of magic.<br/><br/>It was this very same recruit who now sprinted through the shimmering forests of Cathedral Gladia. He, like his classmates and his guide Shanath Eleasir, had fallen down the newborn fissure in the ground and into the large dual cavern that lay beneath the maze of swirling multicolored leaves. Like everyone else, he had delved deeper into the cavern following the battle cry of one of the aspirants of the group that was traveling with his own, and like everyone else he had witnessed as the aspirants engaged two heathen warriors in combat, evidently outmatched but resisting fiercely nonetheless. Most of the other students had joined their guides in their struggles, but not Ignikalos. Shanath had different plans for him, and as the others fought with valor, she told him just as much. He was to look for Sapphira, most commonly known as Professor Cyranis, and inform her of the situation that the two groups were currently going through. Ignikalos was about to protest vehemently, about to demand to be allowed to take part in the battle, about to plead to be permitted to prove his worth, but he did not. The look on Shanath's face had been enough to convince him of the vitality of his task, not to mention the immense trust that was being placed on him. With a solemn nod, he accepted the mission, and immediately moved onto the task of leaving the cavern.<br/><br/>Truth be told, for one such as him, it took very little effort to actually climb up the wall of the cave in order to reach the surface once again, arriving at the shimmering forests from where he and the others had fallen in the first place. From there, however, it was a bit trickier, as the woods did nothing to help him discern which was the correct path to take to return to the Ocean Gazer. Fortunately for him, he was quick to think just as he was quick to act, and so, he climbed up the tallest tree he could find nearby, reaching the very top and looking out from there. From such height, he was easily able to spot the large resort on the cliffs, and so, now knowing which direction to head in, the boy dropped from the tree. Such a fall would not harm him very much, after all. Once he was on the ground again, he immediately ran towards the resort. It had been moments since he'd left the fray, but he knew just how much every second could count in a battle, and he did not want to disappoint, or worse yet, condemn his classmates because of his tardiness.<br/><br/>Reaching the resort in no time, he was stopped by the redheaded titan that was Professor Ilkalos, who was, understandably, quite confused as to why a student came running as though looking for urgent help. He made sure to convey his confusion to the student quite clearly, but the recruit did not seem very keen on being sidetracked, jogging in the same place even as he listened to the teacher's query. ""Where is Miss Cyranis? It's important."" He said, not really responding the teacher's questions so much as asking his own, but the man seemed to understand the apparent urgency of the situation and gave Ignikalos the information that he required.<br/><br/>Moments later, Ignikalos was at the door to Sapphira's room. The door slid open, and out stepped the black-haired woman, looking at the student with a mix of annoyance and curiosity noticeable in her lone open blue eye, the other one perpetually shut as a result of the cut that had given her the scar which now ran over her eye, a straight vertical cut crossing the horizontal line that was drawn by her closed eyelid. Her visage rarely failed to creep out at least a good percentage of new students, and some never really got over it, but all things considered, Sapphira was a fairly agreeable person, as long as you didn't break the rules or interrupt her when she's reading during her free time... which this recruit had just done.<br/><br/>""Speak, Malganis."" She said sternly. She was sorely tempted to add ""while you still can"", but she figured that such a thing would only delay things further. However, as she heard Malganis speak, her eye went from narrow and hostile to wide and surprised. In all honesty, it was a tad bit hard to follow the recruit's nervous blabbering, but the professor had made out enough words, such as ""dragon skull"", ""heathen warriors"" and ""battle"", to know that something was up and that she was needed. The young warrior also left it clear to her that members of both Group A-23 and Group A-36 were there, which gave the teacher an idea.<br/><br/>""I'll help, but first, I need you to do me a favor."" She stated.<br/><br/>Not long after, Ignikalos burst into the suite where Kyrissa, Orion, Hel and Gaia were, with the first looking out the window and the second listening to music, while the latter two appeared to be in a trivial argument. However, not particularly caring about what they happened to be doing at the moment, the recruit spoke up. ""Kyrissa Kerembor, Orion Kaladran, Hel Red and Gaia Leaf, right?"" He asked. After receiving positive answers, he continued. ""Professor Cyranis- you know, the one with the creepy eye- requests your immediate presence outside the resort."" He said, before darting off again.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, Sapphira was already outside the resort, and was approaching a student who meditated calmly on the field just outside the Ocean Gazer, a white-haired young man by the name of Rache. Walking up to him, she cleared her throat loudly and spoke. ""Olderen, quit dreaming and prepare yourself. I'll be moving away from the resort in a moment and I'll need your help. We just have to wait for a few others to arrive."" She said. Not far from them, members of the school's and the hotel's staff had already begun to prepare six Pegasii just outside the entrance so that the recruits and the teacher would be able to use them in order to get to the others. Gladian Pegasii were colorful, just like their world, which was not at all her style, but she would put up with it for the sake of her students.<br/><br/>As she waited, she wondered how well they would be faring. Had the situation seemed any more critical, she would have departed immediately, and perhaps not just herself, but other teachers as well, but the way she saw it, even if the two warriors were far stronger and more experienced, they were still bound by Redemit limits, and the students outnumbered them overwhelmingly. Plus, she had faith in them. Three of them she had trained herself, after all. She was confident they would be able to hold out, though she did not imagine that they would finish before she arrived."
10751,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=400,2015-07-16T03:06:00,Ularn,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 300%; line-height: 116%;""><del>K</del></span>YRISSA</span>Kerembor watched the ocean with the kind of fascinated awe it always stirred in her, mingling with the intensely full, satisfied feeling still lingering from the banquet. She'd spent so much time eating that she actually missed the departure for the forest trip. That had been a shame since she had hoped to make up for lost time getting to know the other students after the ion storm had delayed her chariot's arrival by almost two cycles.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>She resisted the urge to shiver as a light breeze flittered along the veranda overlooking the bay. Kyr was still adjusting to the climate in these more temperate regions. Her classmates had all assured her that the weather here and at the academy was nothing unusual - warm even - but she was used the the dry heat of the Tor Desert of Cathedral Amazla, where at night during winter the temperatures might just creep down below 300°K. Whenever not in the Academy's all-too-thin uniform, Kyr had taken to wearing her usual desert robes - not to shield herself from the sun but to trap what warmth she still could - and that still did nothing about the humidity.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>She could have gone back to her room and set the environmental controls to something she was more comfortable with or probably woven some sort of solution from magic if she sat down to think about it but neither of those were permanent solutions. Altogether sick of the cold by now and envious of Ellyn, Vyna and the other girls looking so casually graceful in their light, slender-fitting clothing, Kyr had resolved to acclimatise via force starting three days ago and was steadily cutting back on the amount of clothing that she wore. Today she had limited the coverage to her legs and torso, dressing in a thin sleeveless fitted banyan whose sandy-grey fabric fell from shoulder to shin but left the dyed skin of her face and arms uncovered. A thick blood-coloured belt held everything in at her waist and matched the trim at her hem. A pair of tall brown leather riding boots completed the ensemble.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>It was chilly as hell.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>Gin was silent at her hip. It was his policy, he had once explained, that weapons ought to be seen and not heard. Sometimes it was actually best if you didn't see them either. He rested hanging from the belt as an inanimate hilt, looking more like an angular bronze candlestick than any real kind of weapon. That was an illusion though; Gin's emitter may be cold now but a word or a gesture from Kyr was all he would need to have it instantly forge a blade of pure energy up to four metres long.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>Far more than just an heirloom, in many ways, Gin<span style=""font-style: italic"">was</span>the Kerembor family. Every one of Kyr's ancestors back to the time of Gin's forging was remembered in his AI core. All their knowledge; all their wisdom; all their experience from every battle a Kerembor ever fought in was contained within that ruddy hilt and crosspiece weighing not even as much as two kilograms. In one of her earliest lessons, an uncle had once advised Kyr to respect her weapons, his meaning being that she ought to be careful not to hurt herself with them. In Gin's context the instruction meant something else; he was rather a weapon that demanded respect, in the same way as any elder or seasoned veteran should. Gin happened to be both by a significant margin.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>Kyr remembered the first time she had been allowed to hold him, as a less than teenaged girl getting to do something grown-up as a reward for good behaviour one evening. Gin seemed to weigh a lot more than two kilos back then. Often he still did now.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>The memory of Mother presenting him to her was still fresh. Of course it was; it had been less than a month since it happened in the smokey gathering tent of Borzra Outpost. With the official words concluded for handing over custodianship of one of the family blades, Mother had placed the hilt in her hands with the kind sounding words, ""He'll help look after you."" What she meant was<span style=""font-style: italic"">He'll make sure you don't fail</span>.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>On the one hand, being invested with one of the mere three AI'd blades in the family was an almost unfathomable show of trust from the clan, especially in one so young as Kyr. Were Gin or either of his cousins ever lost or stolen, the entire Kerembor clan would move stars, burn planets and sacrifice everything to bring them back. In the end, as long as at least one Kerembor survived in possession of the blades, everything the family was still lived. To be such a carrier was among the clan's highest honours. On the other hand, Gin was like the physical embodiment of her Mother's concerns - and Kyr's own, she admitted. Mother hadn't taken Gin to the Academy; Grandfather was still alive and the custodian then and besides there had been no need for<span style=""font-style: italic"">her</span>to have a chaperone. Mother had always been the star of her generation. The only people she could ever have disappointed were those who thought she should have been an Arche.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>Kyr stifled the familiar train of thought and swept a scarlet hand through an azure-tinted fringe, letting it flick down to obscure half her face again. She patted Gin's hilt for comfort, the golden tattoos of her right arm flashing as they caught the sunlight. Gin still failed to react although Kyr knew he would answer if she asked him any question.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>""Company,"" the sword murmured suddenly, surprising Kyr a second before the door opened and a wild-faced young man from a different class staggered into the room.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>He rattled off her name and those of all the other students still in the suite as she slid the veranda door open and walked back inside, puzzled. He said their names as though from a list just shortly memorised, suggesting he didn't yet know any of them by sight, then launched into breathless instruction, ""Professor Cyrannis - you know, the one with the creepy eye - requests your immediate presence outside the resort.""<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>Kyr's hand fluttered to Gin's haft without thinking as she swept across the room towards the door with Orion, Gaia and Red. ""What's going on?"" she asked the messenger as they made their way down to the courtyard, ""Are we in trouble or something?"" She couldn't think of anything that would have made Cyrannis demand to see them so urgently except some sort of disciplinary matter. Were they all in trouble for missing the forest trip?"
10752,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=400,2015-07-16T08:43:00,Pyrade,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Orion Kaladran</span><br/>Orion had been lost in the music as he sat in the suite, his mind enjoying the harmonies and melodies. It was a small blessing the music, it had helped take his mind off what his father had told him before they parted ways to their new living arrangements on Cathedral Arcadia.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">You will have to adjust to the ways of the Phantom Blade Ori. Their ways are quite different from ours . . . They will not fight to show mercy. They fight for victory . . . There are no Primarchs in golden armour here.</span><br/>The Kaladran patriarch had explained, much to Orion's dismay. Orion refused to leave behind the ways of the Radiant Palm. He had been born and raised in that society and it was what he held dear. If he had to work harder and become even stronger to uphold their ways, he would do so. His gaze dropped to his gauntlets. These had been designed to fit his hand alone upon his acceptance to Silver Hand Academy. Their colour was Silver, to match the event, and he could see the energisers that would form the claws once he made the appropriate muscle movement.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">I fight for mercy Father. I fight as those before me have. As you have. As Belethor Hibron did during his years as Primarch . . . You can't ask me to leave this piece of my heritage behind . . . </span><br/>He recalled the reply had been. For a child leaving to an academy and his father, it had been an oddly sober and serious conversation. For Orion in general it had been far more serious then he was ever able to muster. His thoughts returned to the music. The odd red female was standing on the veranda, a hand on her weapon. He had been on the same chariot as this girl. Her name was Kyrissa, and she came from an exceptionally warm planet. The exact opposite of Orion's home. Even in the caverns, unless you went to the deeper caverns which were industrial and processing, the temperature didn't go much higher than 273 Kelvin. He didn't really understand why she chose to wear so little clothing, the schools armour was just fine in his opinion. Another student arrived, calling out their names.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">The one with the creepy eye? Oh . . . Right. Yes.</span><br/>Orion thought to himself. It wasn't that bad if he was honest, sure it was gruesome but the illusionists on Telcaron had some pretty dark imaginations . . . He'd dueled a few. It wasn't pretty. He stood up, turning his music off and making his way to the door. He smiled and shook his head, ""She'd probably have come for us herself if we were in trouble. Maybe they found a transport to get us to the excursion?""<br/>He said optimistically."
10753,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=400,2015-07-16T10:20:00,Esternial,"The sensation of feeling ones tendons and muscles rapidly restore themselves might not have been as painful as the act of tearing them apart in the first place, but it definitely wasn't comfortable. Ellyn's efforts did much to expedite the process, but it would still take time before she could fight again. Her entire body felt as if it had been broken on the wheel, clubbed until covered in bruises and her bones thoroughly broken. Fortunately it only felt that way - her bones were still in decent shape. With a thankful smile she turned her head towards Arcander, muttering words of gratitude.<br/><br/>At least the fight was over now. Though fighting the pain kept her from witnessing the killer blow, Ritz didn't feel a need to know how it ended, as long as it was over and she could rest. Most seemed tired as well. Everybody was relieved, but only a few still had the energy to act on the feeling. Ritz' eyes would dwell on Jyn. She saw the girl smiling and hugging. The boy she saved from the lumbering brute, Kal'Kul, was exhausted as well. Though the penalty was harsh and knew no clemency for her body, Ritz felt she had done the right thing by pushing herself to her limits. She might have saved a life, and that was worth the pain. Her body would recover, and perhaps it would grow strong - more resilient. Wishful thinking maybe, but it kept her mind occupied on things other than the present and the pain.<br/><br/>With no lack of effort she pushed herself away from the ground. Legs still firmly attached, but her torso was now free from the pressing feeling of being stuck between gravity and the hard stone surface. Her armour vanished in a trail of faint light, but as soon as she did she wished she hadn't removed it. The cavern was somewhat chilly, but without a surplus of free energy to warm her body she felt unusually cold. Ritz groaned. She rolled onto her back and bent her knees, just enough to break contact between the cold ground and the bare skin of her thighs, where her stockings ended and her skirt began. The surface was irregular, but pleasant. The rocks beneath her prodded her back in all the right places, and if she shifted her weight it almost felt like she was getting a massage. Rudimentary, but enough for its intended purposes.<br/><br/>Ellyn was still nearby. Had the fight lasted any longer, she would be lying on the floor next to her. Gingerly, Ritz lifted her arm and tried to reach her, but she was too far off. Her arm fell down, the muscles still too weak to keep it hoisted up. She had caught her attention though, and Ritz smiled.<br/><br/>""Thank you"" She whispered, her voice sounding almost as frail as her body. Had it not been for Ellyn, this rocky cavern floor stood a fair chance of being her deathbed. Ritz was well aware of it, and it instilled a weak but intense fear into her heart, alongside the dominating feeling of helplessness."
10754,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=400,2015-07-16T10:23:00,Elysian Kentarchy,"Rache sits there serenely meditating it is what he frequently did at home. It allows him to find his center which means he feels that he will be doing it even more now that he is away from home. He could have meditated at the resort but he feels much better meditating out in this field. And with that his thoughts drift even more towards home. He remembers the laughter of the few children playing, the quietness of the Library, the sound of members marching in formation for drills. It all reminds him of home. Even though he is now amongst the Phantom Blade his heart will never leave the Chalice His home was a place of study and contemplation only broken by the realities that had forged us into what we are. The noise of home fills his ears so much so that he doesn't hear someone approaching. ""Olderen, quit dreaming and prepare yourself. I'll be moving away from the resort in a moment and I'll need your help. We just have to wait for a few others to arrive.""<br/><br/>At this his eyes snap open and he stands up. ""But of course."" He says politely."
10755,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=400,2015-07-16T10:46:00,New Jordslag,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Hel Red</span></div><br/>Red was absolutely miserable. He was hardly half-awake, resting his head on a desk, and Leaf was already scolding him for... he didn't know what, really. Maybe sleeping in, maybe something else. He didn't care. All that mattered was waiting for her to settle down. It might happen; it certainly had before. Then again, it might not. Leaf could hold grudges for a long time. After a while, it became a apparent this would be one of the latter times. Damn. He would have to talk to settle this one. He had never really liked talking. ""...Sorry, what are you angry at me for now?"" He asked her, drowsily, interrupting her. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">You idiot!</span>Listen to me the first time around!"" She lightly slapped him on the back of the head, fully waking him up. ""...I find it rather hard to remember what any argument is about when you're complaining about something every single day..."" He countered, annoyed. Leaf was fuming by this point, and was about to argue back again, when the door opened. Some recruit was telling them that Ms. Cyranis- who?- wanted them. Leaf looked like she thought the name was familiar, though to Red it wasn't at all familiar. Then he explained that this Ms. Cyranis was the Creepy Eye lady, and they knew exactly who he was talking about.<span style=""font-style: italic"">That</span>lady. Still annoyed at having been roused from his sleep, Red slowly got up, yawned, then walked towards the door at a surprisingly brisk pace. ""What's this Eye Lady want?"" Red mumbled in his soft voice to himself. Paying attention to things he didn't want to pay attention to had never been a strong point for Red.<br/><br/>On the way there, he began thinking, as he always did. This Ms. Cyranis wouldn't call them over to tell them they were in trouble. It would be easier to just go and tell them what they were in trouble for herself. Or have the messenger tell them. But what else could she want them for...?<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Gaia Leaf</span></div><br/>""-and if you sleep in late every day, you won't learn anything, you numbskull!"" Leaf scolded Red. Red, naturally, paid her no attention. ""You always make me worry about you! Honestly, you may be a genius, but you need to be more careful!"" Red drowsily raised his head and spoke. ""...Sorry, what are you mad about now?"" Red asked, clearly sleepy. Leaf didn't think she could, but she got even more frustrated with him. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">You idiot!</span>"" She fumed. ""Listen to me the first time around!"" She slapped him on the back of the head as his righteous punishment. He flinched from the pain. ""...I find it rather hard to remember what any argument is about when you're complaining about something every single day..."" Red countered, a hint of irritation in his voice. Leaf was a bit surprised. It was rare for any emotion to break through his uncaring demeanor. That was surprise was quickly overtaken by anger. She was about to reply, again, and continue one of their countless arguments, again, when some recruit came into the room. Telling them all about Ms. Cyranis- That name was familiar, at least to Leaf-, he then explained who Ms. Cyranis was by calling her the Creepy Eye Lady. Oh. Well, that did explain that. Leaf, eager as always, rushed to the door, Red following behind."
10756,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=400,2015-07-16T13:22:00,Zarkenis Ultima,"While the others talked with each other and licked their wounds, Elsis rested with one knee on the ground, her elbow resting on the other as she took deep breaths in order to recover from the battle and regain at least a little bit of the energy she had spent on the battle. It was certainly true that she had not contributed nearly as much as some of the others had, something that she berated herself for, but even then, she had gone through the great struggle of maintaining a counterspell to block the heathen warrior's fire magic long enough for the two aspirants to finish him off. A first-year with knowledge of counter-magic was something very uncommon, and she had managed to use it against such a powerful foe, but it took a great toll on her. The ammount of energy she had to spend just to keep up was great, and so by the end of the fight, she felt just as drained as those whose blades had clashed against the heathen warriors.<br/><br/>Still, though, the scions of the Valiant Fang were resilient, and she simply could not afford to be an exception. Forcing herself to stand up, she looked around and immediately noticed something. Frowning, she re-activated her magmatic broadsword, Salamander, and walked to the back of the cavern, pointing it at the woman with reddish orange eyes that was with the two heathen warriors in the dragon skull chamber, who was still shrunk against the wall of the back of the cave, as if she was utterly terrified of the students.<br/><br/>""Stand up!"" The girl with coral red hair commanded, and, though fearfully, the woman complied, standing up to her full height, the folds of her long desert robes separating as she did. And when she had finally stood up, even Elsis could not help taking a couple of steps back at the sight, struck by surprise and yes, even awe, for the woman easily towered over everyone present, being about two and a half meters tall.<br/><br/>""You... you're a half giant."" Elsis said in shock. And then, softer. ""Holy shit.""<br/><br/>Shanath, too, had been very impressed, but as soon as she snapped out of her surprise, she rushed over to Elsis' side. ""Salasanger, put your sword away! She's a non-combatant, I will not allow you or anyone else present to harm her."" She said firmly, her soft voice doing nothing to hamper the stern nature of her words. Stunned by the aspirant's sudden change of demeanor, but fully understanding that disobeying her order was a very bad idea, Elsis dismissed Salamander and stepped back.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, Arcander, who had been busy looking after anyone who might have been hurt during the fight, turned to the source of the sound after Elsis ordered the woman to stand up. He, too, was very surprised to notice her height. He was the tallest student in the chamber, after all, and she was easily taller. He was, however, even more shocked when he heard Elsis speak the name of what that woman was. Giants, he knew, were a very real thing. They were thought to be only myths or the product of folk tales for a very long time, and they were first confirmed to exist by the members of the brigade of the Red Knight during their quest for the Lost Chalice of Aradain. Since then, some semblance of diplomatic relationship had been set up between the giants and the Orders of the Apostolic Council, but even then, contact between the two species was not frequent, so, to think that there were things such as half-giants out there...<br/><br/>Arcander soon found that thinking too much about it made him realize some very unfortunate implications which made him cringe, so he decided to stop thinking about it. In the end, he figured that even though she was a most curious creature, and a strange proof of the diversity of life in the universe, she was certainly not a threat, given how she lacked weapons and did not seem to wield any magic either. With that in mind, he decided to continue tending to his charges and classmates.<br/><br/>It was then that he noticed Aressa unconscious, slumped against one of the walls of the cave. Bewildered, the white-haired aspirant rushed over to her.<br/><br/>Fortunately, before he started fumbling in an attempt to wake her up or something of the sort, Shanath noticed him and the object of his concern, and quickly placed a hand on his shoulder. ""She will be alright, feather-mane. She simply exhausted herself with her war spells, but she did not suffer from injury of any sort."" The black-haired woman said in an attempt to calm him down. It worked, and Arcander soon relaxed ever so slightly, which she took to mean that she had succeeded. With that, she turned her attention to other matters, leaving him alone.<br/><br/>Arcander sighed. ""You should learn to look out for yourself too, you know?"" He said, flicking a red lock of hair away from her face.<br/><hr/><br/><br/>""Nope. You're not in trouble, not at all. It's something else, something important."" Malganis said hastily even as he moved through the hallways and staircases of the Ocean Gazer in order to descend to the ground level and exit to meet Sapphira. ""It's not trouble, and yes you are going to get transported to the forest with everyone else but it's not as simple as you think it is. I'll let her explain once we get there."" He continued, now answering Orion's queries instead of Kyrissa's. They would easily be able to tell that Malganis lived a fast-paced life, moving and speaking fast even if it wasn't entirely necessary. For all that, though, he showed remarkable endurance: he had been running nonstop for a while and still he didn't seem tired. ""And don't call her Eye Lady. She'll chew out your head and spit it down your neck. Or at least, that's what the older students tell me. I wouldn't really know."" He stated.<br/><br/>Soon, they were on the field just outside the Ocean Gazer, and Ignikalos led the group to where Sapphira stood, next to Rache.<br/><br/>While Malganis ran nonstop, though, Sapphira had merely stood with her arms crossed, facing in the direction where the two missing groups supposedly were, and glancing at the staff every now and then to make sure that all the Pegasii were ready for take-off. During one such moment, however, she noticed that the students had arrived, and turned to face them instead.<br/><br/>""Alright, children, I'll make this quick: Groups A-36 and A-23- that last one would be your group- apparently got themselves in trouble. No, not that kind of trouble. They got themselves in danger, it seems. I'm going to make sure that they're alright, but I figured it was a good chance to round you all up and get you to the rest of the group so you can finally get acquainted or whatever. Any questions? Good, because I'm in a bit of a hurry."" She spoke quickly, not in the hasty way Malganis spoke, but rather in a way that simply left out any unnecessary delays and allowed no interruptions. She then headed towards the Pegasii, motioning for everyone to follow.<br/><br/>""All of you, get in one. If one of you doesn't know how these things work, ride with someone else. Let's go."" She said. And so, the small ensemble took off towards the shimmering woods, weaving their ways through branch, leaf and trunk. The manner in which they traveled, unfortunately, left these new arrivals little time to admire the precious nature of Cathedral Gladia, but the situation was urgent.<br/><br/>Soon, they arrived at the hole where the students had fallen. Malganis was the first to jump down, followed swiftly by Sapphira as she cursed and then muttered something about reckless students and always staying behind your elders if you don't want to die, at the same time motioning for the others to follow suit and jump down before delving deeper into the cavern."
10757,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=400,2015-07-16T14:22:00,Pyrade,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Orion</span><br/>Orion followed Malganis without further questions, mostly because he felt it would be simpler if he just waited for the full explanation from Ms. Cyranis.<br/>""Well, this is exciting at least! Wonder what's up . . . ""<br/>He said, grinning to the others before he continued running to keep up with Malganis.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Either he rushes around for a living or he's part jackrabbit. How the hell is he still going?!</span><br/>Orion thought to himself. Malganis had surely run at the same pace to find them which meant he'd made this journey twice, and still wasn't tired. Orion himself was starting to feel the lethargy gripping at his body, asking him to<span style=""font-style: italic"">just . . . Slow down . . . *pant* just for a moment.</span><br/>But he ignored it, pushing on. They arrived at Ms. Cyranis not much later. Rache, another student that had been with them was there already strangely enough. He listened as the so-called Eye Lady briefed them about the predicament. It was fast and efficient with no room for questions and dallying, but Orion didn't mind. Once Ms. Cyranis had finished and headed for the pegasii followed by the others Orion paused, his lip curling up in an expression that said, ""Well . . . Alrighty then.""<br/>Before he dashed to a nearby pegasus and hopped in. This would be nothing like speeding across the frozen surface on his planet. Completely enclosed by the cockpit that allowed for space travel. Here there were trees . . .<span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">everywhere</span></span>. It was uncanny for Orion, he wasn't used to it. Nor was he used to this luscious shade of green the leaves took. Underground on Telcaron technology could only do so much, and eventually the trees developed their own adaptations, many of which were startlingly beautiful. He would have continued admiring this scenery compared to his homeworld if they hadn't sped off at full speed through the trees, which occupied a lot of Orion's concentration.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Not crashing is rather important . . . </span><br/>He thought.<br/><br/>Soon they arrived at the hole and Orion was one of the first off his pegasus. The fight seemed over, but he wasn't sure exactly what was going on here. There was a massive skull that looked like it must have been a dragons judging by the size and fearsome teeth alone. Then there was the person that stood head and shoulders above the rest, dressed in strange clothing and seeming terrified of the group.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">What in the Known Universe did they feed her as a babe?!</span><br/>He thought to himself. Then he noticed the corpses on the ground. Two of them, dressed similar to the tall, timid or intimidated (Orion wasn't sure which yet) girl. Presumably the heretics that had been the source of the trouble. He walked towards the nearest and knelt down beside it. The victim had died a death of many wounds.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Strikes to the body. Lethal attacks. This one's weapon is still with it.</span><br/>Orion noted with a deep, resigned sigh. This was a very different way of fighting indeed. He shook his head, resisting the urge to say anything as he looked around. Someone lay on the uneven ground of the cave floor. She looked quite the worse for wear after the battle. Orion wandered over to<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ritz</span>and crouched down next to her,<br/>""Do you need a hand at all?""<br/>He asked with a cheerful smile, wondering exactly what had happened to leave her in such a state."
10758,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=400,2015-07-16T14:51:00,New Jordslag,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Hel Red</span></div><br/>Why had he come to this Academy?<br/><br/>All he had wanted to do for the day was rest, read, and tone out Leaf as she scolded him for the zillion the time. Instead, he found himself ordered by some lady with a Creepy Eye to fly out to this pit and help out here. What could have possibly happened here? He sighed resignedly. He would have to go in to find out. Jumping out, he approached a boy named Orion, who knelt near a corpse. Red knelt next to him. ""Died fighting."" He said simply, pointing to the wounds. Orion left, and went over to some other person. Red continued looking at the body. If the person had enough time to incrue that many wounds, chances were not all of that blood was theirs. A background detail, but it might become important later.<br/><br/>Finished with investigating the body, Red went over to Orion. It was then that he noted that the corpse he crouched next to wasn't actually a corpse. It was a living person, albeit one considerably worse for wear. ""What happened?"" He asked softly, gesturing towards the person."
10759,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=400,2015-07-16T15:59:00,Esternial,"Of all things, Ritz would have preferred being delegated to the background while she recovered. Her muscles were still sore and unable to accomplish much of anything, though she gradually began to regain her focus, allowing her to transmute a small trickle of the energy around her. At the very least the warm aura would offer her some comfort. As the flow of energy inside her body stretched out beyond their physical limits, shaping invisible threads of energy, Ritz became aware of an odd sensation. It was vague, something she hadn't noticed during the battle. Above all, it was strange. What seemed to be a dead relic, a dragon's skull, appeared to retain some magical potential. Her mind wandered, breaking her delicate concentration.<span style=""font-style: italic"">It won't go anywhere.</span>She thought.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Focus.</span><br/><br/>Ignoring the skull's peculiar energy, Ritz concentrated her mind back onto the transmutation of energy through golden threads, but was then interrupted by something other than her own lingering thoughts. A man? A boy? He seemed quite young, but appearances could deceive.<br/><br/>""I'm fine."" Ritz replied briefly. Even the movement of her vocal chords caused some discomfort in her neck. Then another came, and another question with it, one that couldn't be as easily answered with few words. Not only that, but two young students that she had never met before weren't really her preferred talking partners while she lied there, especially while she felt so weak.<br/><br/>Still, the most polite thing to do was answer. Why Hel taught Ritz was the most ideal choice to talk to first was beyond her.<br/><br/>""Fighting."" She answered softly, her voice a little less frail then before. ""Ask Arcander.""<br/><br/>Ritz closed her eyes and focused her thoughts back onto the untapped energy around her."
10760,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=400,2015-07-16T16:34:00,Elysian Kentarchy,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><div align=""center"">Rache</div></span><br/><br/>He doesn't say or think much when he is riding. He has an objective so he needs focus, although he admits the scenery is great and he would like to wander this landscape sometime in the future. But he prepares himself mentally and physically for any form fight ahead. When they arrive at the cave the first thing he really reacts to is the dragon skull, or at least his best guess says its dragon, and he feels hatred towards it and grounds his teeth. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">I guess its just my heritage.</span>"" He thinks half expecting a dragon to actually come out and attack them, that form of paranoia has fueled his Order for centuries. He observes the area before him, clearly a battle had occurred here but what caused it he couldn't say. He closes his eyes in thought. After Orion asks the person here if they need a hand and Hel asks her what happened and hearing her response Rache says calmly. ""If you need healing feel free to ask. I am always happy to help."" He says simply though he is keeping a careful watch over the area half expecting an attack. Though he is mainly keeping a wary eye on the dragon skull. He remembers someone mentioning those were a bad thing to be around when he was younger but he can't remember why. For now though he keeps his hand on the hilt of his sword."
10761,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=400,2015-07-16T23:10:00,Ularn,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><del>P</del></span>EGASI</span>were not unknown to Kyrissa, although most Amazlans journeyed everywhere by foot unless for an especially important purpose or the destination was too far (usually further than the next territory over) or otherwise inaccessible by foot. It turned every voyage into an educational, even spiritual experience. Bringing the traveller closer to the land which was their ward made them notice details that no-one could ever have discerned while soaring above at hundreds of kilometres an hour. It worked as well. If Kyr were to have been dropped anywhere in the Tor Desert she knew she would recognise exactly where she was immediately just by the animals and vegetation around or even colour and coarseness of the sand between her toes.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>She had still been taught to ride, of course, and practically sprinted to the nearest vehicle. Throwing one leg across the saddle and taking hold of the reins, Kyr tried to suppress the feeling of glee as the pegasus' drive whirred to life beneath her, the sensation fighting with the knot of trepidation making itself at home in her core.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>It had seemed strange at first that Miss Cyranus would throw Kyr and the other students into mortal danger with such apparent casual ease. Then she reminded herself that, despite any appearances to the contrary, the Silver Hand Academy was<span style=""font-style: italic"">not</span>a school. It's students were not children; they were warrior cadets, every one of them here to be tried by fire. Yes; their instructors would send them into battle. Real battle.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>Her first battle.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>""Armour,"" Kyr breathed and a flash of bright light spread across her body from her belt. Where it passed it left matte-grey plate and red power lines in its wake, cladding the wishful warrior from shoulder to shoe. It was her own plate; it's sweeping angles offering less coverage than what the smooth curves of the Academy issued but greater protection over what it<span style=""font-style: italic"">did</span>cover. It was familiar, comfortable and left her hands and arms more free to cast with. Kyr took to wearing its hyperspace storage unit whenever the school did not require her in uniform and right now that familiarity could be the difference between life and death.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>Once airborne, Kyr too up position on the right flank of their little squadron's wedge formation, still struggling between the thrill of the air whipping through her fringe as the forest swarmed past them, and anxiety of what was to come. Her fellows were out there facing Aradain-knew-what and relying on the six of them to stand with them. What if she was not up to the task?<span style=""font-style: italic"">You're good,</span>she reminded herself,<span style=""font-style: italic"">No matter what else, you were still admitted to the Academy and that makes you better than almost everyone else in the Known Universe.</span>There could hardly be anything in this world that could stand against them.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>Once more, Kyr patted Gin for comfort. The blade continued to remain silent.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>She just hoped they did not arrive too late.<br/><br/><hr/><br/>They arrived too late.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>They gathered at the cave mouth in time to survey the battle's aftermath. Kyr stood at the lip with Gin burning in her right hand and let out a sigh of relief. At least, she thought it was relief. There was no way it could possibly be disappointment. Could it?<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>There were dead. For a moment Kyr's heart stopped as she thought she saw Ritz among them. Then Red, who had entered the cave ahead of her, asked her a question. Ignoring everything else, Kyr extinguished Gin and half-scrambled, half-slid down the ramp of scree and boulders to the bottom. She ran over to Ritz and elbowed Hel out of the way fiercely, snarling, ""Get back you idiot. She's wounded!""<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>Gin hung from her belt once more, leaving both Kyr's hands free for casting. ""I know healing,"" Kyr explained, holding Ritz' dazed eyes with her own firm stare while trying to reassure her - to reassure them both, ""I'm decent - alright, anyway. Just...relax, okay Ritz? And I'll help you.""<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>Waiting for a confirmation of some sort, Kyr surveyed the damage with a confused expression. There seemed to be very little actually wrong with the woman and she could still sense the tell-tale magical traces of another healer's work and even her bruises seemed to fade before Kyr's eyes. Yet she still lay almost completely still. ""Ritz, are you okay?"" she enquired, perplexed."
10762,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=400,2015-07-17T01:11:00,Pyrade,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Orion</span><br/>Orion returned to his feet and shrugged,<br/>""Okay, well, hope you're up on your feet soon.""<br/>He said before Kyrissa barged her way in seeming quite frantic. Orion managed to avoid any elbowing but he couldn't suppress an amused chuckle at her violent enthusiasm.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">She and the other speedster . . . Malganis? We should put them in races against each other. Could be fun.</span><br/>He said while Kyr fussed over Ritz.<br/>""She doesn't have any wounds. She's just tired.""<br/>Orion told Kyr with another chuckle as he walked off, passing the pair locked in a tight hug.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">If she squeezes any tighter, he's going to need Kyr to come charging in with some healing for broken ribs</span><br/>He thought, which brought an amused smile out.<br/>He then turned his attention to the half-giant. All of the students seemed to be in descent condition, and if they weren't, Kyr and Rache would find them soon enough. He didn't even want to contemplate inspecting the other heretic corpse. So, he approached the immense figure, noticing the two aspirants standing close by. The one seemed to be comforting the other over the condition of one student. Or at least that's what it sounded like. Orion himself approached the half-giant with a warm smile.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Well what to say . . . What to say . . . And don't open with 'you aren't redemit are you'.</span><br/>He thought before waving,<br/>""Hello, my name is Orion. Are you okay?""<br/>He asked her. She seemed frightened by something, which Orion found hard to comprehend with her size.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">If she learnt Mahilich she could put even Knight Learay to shame!</span>"
10763,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=425,2015-07-17T02:37:00,Atlannia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=25280991#p25280991"">wrote</a>:</cite>Jyn smiled and wrapped Alfenn in a massive and tight hug, ""I'm so glad you're okay too! "" She spoke as she bear hugged her friend, though this was a much warmer hug than even she was usaully capable of giving. She was so relieved after the battle, and something about being near Alfenn made her so happy. ""Are you alright? Did they hurt you?"" She asked, not letting go of Alf. She didn't want to let him go now. And... she was experiencing feeling she didn't even knew she had for him. She wanted to tell him, to describe each and every one. Tell him... but her mouth refused to move.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""I-I-I'm fine!"" Alfenn gasped breathlessly, chalking up the tightness in his chest to the strength of Jynna's hug. Instead of trying to defensively protect his ribs or wriggle free like he normally would Alfenn wrapped his own arms around her shoulders and pulled Jynna closer, inhaling slowly to try and slow down his rapidly hammering heart. ""I'm really fine,"" he repeated in a soothing tone. ""I only lost a little energy from my shields, I think I took more damage from the fall than the actual fighting. Being this close to her again only drew Alfenn's mind back to their abortive ""training session"" earlier that night. Although they had both jumped away as though electrocuted neither seemed willing to move now. With a start Alfenn realised suddenly that that training session could have been the last moment together they ever had.<span style=""font-style: italic"">One of us could have died back there, or both of us.</span>As Jynna's head came to rest lightly on his shoulder the hand he had thrown around her clenched into a fist.<span style=""font-style: italic"">What if this is the last moment we ever have together? What if there's more enemies lurking outside!? Dozens of them! Hundreds even!</span>As irrational as the thoughts were Alfenn couldn't stop them bouncing around in his head and escalating steadily until, swallowing determinedly he reached a conclusion. Pulling himself away slightly so that he could look at her face to face. Alfenn cleared his throat.<br/><br/>""Listen Jynna I..uh..."" Alfenn trailed off awkwardly, trying not to turn red. ""What I'm trying to say is...what am I trying to say? uh...Well I really like talking to you and just being around you and...um...Argh! This isn't working!"" Alfenn shook his head and stared into Jynna's eyes almost urgently. ""Look you can hit me or react however you want after but I'll never forgive myself if I don't do this now because I just realised I might not get another chance to,"" With that he leaned forwards, closed his eyes and kissed her firmly."
10764,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=425,2015-07-17T12:15:00,Zarkenis Ultima,"The black-haired half-giant woman stood perfectly still in the back of the cavern as Elsis and Shanath watched over her from a moderate distance, no longer bearing their weapons but still clad in their armor and ready to act at a moment's notice, be it to keep the woman from harming anyone, which was highly unlikely, or to keep anyone from harming the woman, which was far more likely. After all, she was a heathen, or at least had been with two heathen warriors, but at the same time, she was a non-combatant, and according to the laws of the Apostolic Council, non-combatants of Lawless Orders were not to be harmed by the knights who served Aradain.<br/><br/>However, when Orion stepped past them, they did nothing to halt him. He did not seem to bear the intent to threaten her life, after all, and furthermore, Shanath at least recognized the additional sigil he bore in his uniform. She knew that those with such a sign did not strive to kill their opponents, which she respected. Thus, Orion's path to the half-giant was unimpeded, and as he approached her and greeted her, she looked down at him, her reddish orange eyes displaying a mixture of fear and scorn.<br/><br/>""Does it look like I am okay?"" She said, her voice laced with both venomous sarcasm and sour regret, and yet, it was significantly softer than what one would expect from such a creature. ""If you wanted me to speak to you, then you will be sorely disappointed. If you want to show mercy, kill me already. Your people did not seem to hesitate to do the same to them."" She pointed weakly at the two heathen corpses sprawled on the ground and then looked away from Orion. ""Ignorant monsters..."" She muttered under her breath.<br/><br/>Elsewhere in the cave, Arcander was still next to the unconscious Aressa, one knee on the ground and one elbow resting in the other as he watched over her, idly flicking red hairs out of her face now and then as he waited for her to awaken, though he had the feeling that it would be a while until that happened. Even with that in mind, however, he was content to watch over her until everyone else felt recovered enough to make the trip back to the resort with the half-giant in tow. This had not been the first emergency they had faced together, and certainly not the first time one of them had fallen unconscious and had to be cared for by the other, but even then, he couldn't help feeling concerned. They had indeed gone through a lot together, but that only strengthened their bonds.<br/><br/>Alas, he was soon called away from there, as Cyranis finally strode into the chamber that housed the dragon skull and looked around.<br/><br/>""Professor, where were you?"" Ignikalos asked her, popping up next to her.<br/><br/>""You kids were all fine so I was making a simpler exit."" She shrugged, and Ignialos noticed that parts of her void black robe were drenched in water for some reason. Remembering what his elders had told him about her, he immediately knew why. ""Now then. Rep-"" She paused, noticing a couple of students making out in the background. She chuckled, shaking her head but opting not to interrupt their little moment. Not directly, at least. ""Representatives of Group A-23!"" She called forcefully, and nigh immediately, Arcander rose from his position next to Aressa and stood in front of Sapphira, snapping to attention. She, however, regarded him with a raised eyebrow. After a moment, he spoke.<br/><br/>""My fellow guide Alistar fell unconscious due to overexerting herself during the battle, I'm afraid. The only conscious aspirants here are Eleasir of Group A-36 and myself."" He explained quickly, to which Cyranis nodded.<br/><br/>""I understand. You'll do just fine."" She said. ""Status report?""<br/><br/>Arcander paused for a moment, ordering the thoughts in his head. ""Eleasir, Alistar and I took the students on a trek through the woods as a group activity, but at one point the floor gave in and dropped us in this cavern. Alistar began exploring and was the first to engage the enemy in combat. Two experienced warriors, as well as the half-giant lady over there. They appeared to be either guarding or trying to do something to the dragon skull. We stopped them, but not without some effort."" He explained. Cyranis nodded at this. Simple and straightforward, though she suspected there was far more to the situation than what Arcander knew. Naturally, none of the students would be able to help her decipher the enigma, and the ones who were to deal with the half-giant were the authorities of this Cathedral, not the staff of the Academy, which made her frown for a moment as she was immersed in thought.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, after addressing Cyranis, Ignikalos walked past the others to make sure that his classmates were alright. Thankfully, none of the A-36 Group seemed to have suffered much, though he could notice the indomitable Elsis was very exhausted. He could not continue his analysis, however, as he was soon interrupted by Shanath, who moved to stand in front of him and clasped his hand with both hands, piercing emerald eyes staring into his own ratty slits. ""I am very thankful that you were able to bring Miss Cyranis here, Malganis. I knew I could trust you."" She smiled. He blushed.<br/><br/>""Oh, er, well, it was nothing. We didn't even arrive on time to help, so there's no need to thank me."" He said, idly scratching his head. Shanath, however, shook her head at this response.<br/><br/>""But you did everything I asked, and you did it well. I thank you very much for that, Malganis."" She said. At this, he smiled.<br/><br/>""You're wel-"" He started, but was interrupted.<br/><br/>""Malganis."" Came the voice of Professor Cyranis. ""You are to head back to the Ocean Gazer resort, inform Professor Alaris of the situation and instruct him to contact the local authorities for assistance and information on how to proceed under their jurisdiction. After that, you are to return here immediately. Any questions?""<br/><br/>Ignikalos almost,<span style=""font-style: italic"">almost</span>groaned, but held himself back, knowing that it was most certainly a good idea. He merely gave a nod in the professor's direction, and a wave to Shanath and his other classmates, before darting away once again.<br/><br/>With that done, Cyranis turned back to Arcander.<br/><br/>""Now, these students"" At this point she gestured towards the new arrivals, most of which were gathered around Ritz for some reason. ""were delayed by certain unfortunate circumstances, as you know. As such, they missed the opening ceremonies and were without group for a while. We have resolved to put them in your group. You may already know each other, but it can't hurt to introduce yourselves once again to make sure. Is everything clear?"" The professor explained, and Arcander shook his head. She had explained it pretty clearly.<br/><br/>""Very well. Now if you will excuse me, I have to continue working on that exit."" She said. With that, she clasped her hands in front of her and began chanting softly as she turned around and walked away. Arcander faintly heard the words ""<span style=""font-size: 50%; line-height: 116%;"">Thalassian Cannon</span>"" coming from the other chamber.<br/><br/>After this conversation with Cyranis, Arcander walked over to the students gathered around Ritz. ""She's perfectly fine."" He said with a kind tone. ""Ellyn and I both worked our healing magic on her already. More than likely, she is simply resting in order to recover the energy spent during the battle, like many others. Ritz in particular relies on her energy to fight, so I would advise not to disturb her."" He explained, glancing at Ritz for a moment before looking back at the students. ""Anyway, I'm Arcander Brightshield, your new guide."""
10765,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=425,2015-07-17T13:10:00,Pyrade,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Orion</span><br/>Orion felt relief pass over him when the aspirants made no move to stop him from approaching the giant. After his preliminary question he listened patiently to her scornful reply, saying nothing and showing no resent to her words.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Peace requires patience and understanding. Empathy fosters more friendships than force.</span><br/>He thought to himself before he heard a commotion behind him. A first glance showed nothing unusual, until he noticed the . . . Romantic gesture occurring in the cavern.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Near death experiences can cause romance? Well . . . That's somewhat unnerving . . . </span><br/>He thought again before he turned back to the half-giant.<br/>""Well, we're talking, so my foolish question worked in an odd, roundabout way.""<br/>He said warmly. He didn't want to upset her by seeming to make light of the deaths, quite frankly he didn't think he could. It disturbed him as to how easily his colleagues donned the mantle of the executioner. He just wish he had his homeworld's armour and that the half-giant knew about the Radiant Palm. Although he doubted many people did. Their chapter wasn't large, known by other knights of other orders sure, but to non-combatants? Likely not.<br/>""I know . . . It is unnerving . . . Borderline disturbing for me as well. I understand if what I have to say doesn't help at all, but I'm not here to interrogate or do anything of the sort.""<br/>He said gently, seating himself on the floor a bit away from the half-giant. Behind him he heard Ms. Cyranis addressing the others and explaining their situation and why there had been a delay. There was also an instruction to introduce themselves, but Orion figured he was a little busy at the moment, they'd find out who he was later.<br/>""They are not exactly my people. I am from a different world, where we learn quite different values it seems. . .""<br/>He said cringing slightly when he recalled the heathen's corpse.<br/>""Chief amongst which are mercy and forgiveness. I don't know if you know of the Radiant Palm. But that was my order. Well, it would have been, but there was a recent switch in homes which landed me here.""<br/>He spoke to her in a soft voice that was loud enough for her to clearly hear, but had absolutely no hardness to it. It was his way, and the way he had been since he could talk. Orion had never raised his voice, or spoken malevolently, from his point of view, one person shouted, then the other shouted back and all they did was shout and shout, he didn't enjoy being shouted at. Sarcasm featured occasionally, more for humour than harm, but that was about the extent of his verbal abuse.<br/>""Anyway, to take out the long history lesson and make an equally long story short, I'm here to check that you're not injured, and if there might be a chance that you'd change your mind about us not talking? I'd just like to make some peace without anymore weapons being drawn.""<br/>He said cautiously, hoping he hadn't found some unseen social mine to tread on. He knew it would be hard for her to accept what he said as truth, especially seeing as he wore the schools armour, but he had to try at least.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">She's a non-combatant . . . But she may have been aiding the heathens. In which case they might not leave her be.</span><br/>He thought, worried about how the Phantom Blade would react to this situation. He would rather the half-giant just be left alone to her life, but there was also the worry of if that had been her family that had been slaughtered."
10766,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=425,2015-07-17T13:26:00,New Jordslag,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Hel Red</span></div><br/>Just after he had quite politely, in his opinion, asking the tired lady on the floor what had happened, he had been shoved aside by some hothead- Wasn't her name Kyr?- seeking to heal the lady. Hel toppled backwards. He got up quickly, brushing dust off him. ""Excuse<span style=""font-style: italic"">you.</span>"" He snarled. But he didn't leave, as he normally would have done. No, instead he stayed, amusedly watching Kyr trying to heal the unwounded lady. He let out the slightest of smirks.<br/><br/>Just then, however, a man approached from behind. He explained that he and a person named Ellen had already healed the lady on the floor, and that it was best to stop bothering her. Then he introduced himself as Arcander Brightshield, their new Guide. At this, Hel turned towards the man, then nodded. ""I am Red. Good to meet you.""<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Gaia Leaf</span></div><br/>How could she let this happen? She had been so excited at the prospect of traveling to a battlefield, that she had completely lost track of Red. Where could he be in this place, anyway? ""When I find that Numbskull, I shall rip him apart!"" Leaf growled. She kept on stomping through the place, looking for him. Weird, normally she could find him rather quickly...<br/><br/>Then she walked a bit further. Amidst a clump of people, there stood Red- and a man stood right behind him, talking. Could he be in trouble?! Before she could get over there, however, the man introduced himself. ""Anyway, I am Arcander Brightshield, your new Guide."" Much to her surprise, the normally quiet Red began speaking back, introducing himself to the man. Leaf paused instead of fully walking over there. How would this turn out?"
10767,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=425,2015-07-17T13:45:00,The Starlight,"She nodded to Ritz, trusting that to convey her meaning. She looked down at Ritz, and then, realizing her own tiredness, plopped down beside her fellow student, letting out a breath and concentrating on her bleeding nose, forced to use her magic with no handkerchiefs. She closed her eyes when it ceased, mentally scoffing as the new arrivals came and the healers among them rushed to Ritz. As if A-23's guides and students would have left one of their own to lie on the ground injured. Still, they meant no harm, Ellyn was just feeling irritable due to her splitting headache. Using healing magic would only make it worse, so she would just have to ride it out.<br/><br/>""Hello there. I'm Ellyn, with a y. Ellyn Tarembor. Nice to meet you all, and welcome to A-23,"" she said, eyes closed, hearing that they were to join them."
10768,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=425,2015-07-17T14:05:00,Esternial,"Rarely did Ritz get this much attention. She could go days without being spoken to, and after two decades of that lifestyle she had grown accustomed to it - even comfortable. To say she was annoyed was perhaps a bit of a strong term. Ritz rarely experienced negative emotions, emotions most people knew all too well. That is to say, she did prefer if they all spoke to her another time. Kyr in particular seemed a bit too...passionate. It wasn't a bad trait, but in the aftermath of such a battle it was mentally tiring to have to explain things several times in close succession.<br/><br/>""I'm fine. Don't worry"" She replied with a weak smile. Her voice had regained its old vigour, though for most people Ritz spoke very softly in the first place. There was still a tremble in her limbs as she moved them, but Ritz hoped tightening her muscles as they restored themselves would aid in their recovery. The process had sped up greatly thanks to Ellyn's and Arcander's help, and the pain had already dulled to a mere numbness, something she was no stranger to after a long but satisfying run through her family's gardens. She had enough focus to replenish her body with energy, and now turned to Ellyn to return the favour. Stretching just far enough, she touched the warrior-healer's hand and passed on the warmth from deep within her body, flowing into Ellyn's body through mere skin contact and enveloping her in a soothing aura. Far too weak to be visible to the naked eye, but strong enough to make the large and inhospitable cave feel like a quiet grove where just enough sun flowed in through the foliage to warm one's body and soul."
10769,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=425,2015-07-17T19:07:00,Ularn,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><del><span style=""font-size: 300%; line-height: 116%;"">R</span></del>ISING</span>to her feet with a slightly embarrassed expression, Kyrissa gave Ritz an apologetic smile before replying to Arcander. ""I didn't realise. Kyrissa Kerembor,"" she answereed a little sheepishly with both explanation and introduction, fiercely aware that she might have ruined her first impressions with her Aspirant and many of her peers by being blatantly unable to diagnose a plain and simple combat fatigue. She tried her best to ignore Red and his satisfied smirk.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>One or two of the others Kyr knew from before but without formal introduction. As with Ritz, she had overheard Ellyn's name at the banquet and admired her appearance like many of the other girls. No-one else she had yet seen from the Academy seemed to embrace styling to nearly the same level as was common on Amazla. There were hardly any facial piercings, fewer tattoos and so far she hadn't seen a single other person with dyed skin, never mind some of the more severe body modifications even some Amazlans thought at tad extreme. The looks Kyr received just walking around in the sea of plainness made her feel a little self conscious, yet she was also growing steadily more aware of the more subtle differences through which people did express themselves. Their clothes were more colourful than the typical sand-bleached yellows, reds and greys of the Tor and fitted far more elegantly than the robes she was used to. Even those completely impractical flowing hairstyles had their own sort of individual grace.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>It was those sorts of differences that made Kyr take note of Ellyn, Ritz and some of the other girls like Vyna, and one of the two lovers at the cave's edge, whose faces were obscured from Kyr by the girl's own blonde cascade. She had a rough idea of what was going on there. Kyr had once been slightly perturbed on the day she realised the date of her own conception had to have fallen pretty close to the same time Mother had broken the Siege of Iasdrigar. Deliberately, she ceased pursuing that line of thought any further.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>Still pointedly avoiding Hel's grin, she looked instead at the other faces for any sign of similar derision or possibly recognition of her family name. Many Kerembors had been through the Silver Hand Academy before her, to the point that she suspected Gin was actually on first name terms with a few of the faculty."
10770,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=425,2015-07-18T01:10:00,Zarkenis Ultima,"The half-giant woman merely continued glaring daggers at Orion as he spoke, the color of her eyes causing them to resemble burning embers. However, as she listened to his words, her glare softened and she looked away once again, slumping slightly against the wall now that the girl with coral red hair was no longer pointing her energy broadsword at her. Hearing Orion's words, the woman realized that he was not a dangerous enemy.<br/><br/>Just a terribly ignorant one.<br/><br/>""If your goal for talking to me is to ensure that peace is ensured, then you may as well leave now, child. There is nothing I can do to disturb your peace. My friends died protecting the relic. Their weapons are out of my reach and even if I could call them to me I would not know how to use them. I possess no offensive magic to speak of and no martial training or battle experrience, and I lack the means of calling for help."" The woman said as she slowly but steadily slit down the wall to eventually sit on the floor of the cave, her thick shroud covering her entire legs and feet. ""My name, if that is what you wanted, is Silum. That is all I will tell you. Your peace is made; your allies have won. Your kings will take me and bound me to a cage for knowing and professing truths that they cannot fathom. So it has been, for thousands of years."" She proclaimed.<br/><br/>At this point, Elsis, who had been standing nearby while Shanath spoke to Malganis, snorted at the heathen's claims. ""Thousands of years? You delusional death worshippers haven't been around for more than a millenium!"" She argued, decidedly more forceful towards Silum than Orion was. The half-giant, however, said and did nothing about it, merely closing her eyes.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, back at the entrance of the dragon skull chamber, Arcander was just being polite to the new recruits as they introduced themselves. First he looked at Hel, returning the nod. ""Red, huh? That's a good name, I suppose. Gives you ample opportunities for a decent joke."" He said, chuckling for a moment. ""Nice to meet you as well. I do hope you'll enjoy the Academy."" He added afterwards, before turning to the other recruit who had introduced herself, a girl by the name of Kyrissa. As he turned to her, however, the tall aspirant paused and did a double take, blinking. He was young, and had never before met someone with a face quite like Kyrissa's. It was all red, with bits and pieces of metal here and there, certainly not what he had expected to see when he turned around. At least, he told himself idly as he moved out of his surprise, her skin wasn't blue. He briefly thought, amused, of the utter uproar that someone like that would have caused by walking through the streets of Nova Gaelia, where the Azure Plague had struck a long time ago, but he simply shrugged off the thought.<br/><br/>""Ah, sorry. I had never quite seen someone who looked like this before. I hope you won't take offense to it."" He said after a moment, and while his choice of words might not have been the most tactful, it was clear by his voice that he was being polite and sincere. ""Anyway, Kyrissa, is it? That's a pretty name, I like it. Would you mind at all if I called you Kyri?"" He inquired, oblivious to the girl's opinion on that specific nickname."
10771,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=425,2015-07-18T01:30:00,Pyrade,"<blockquote><div><cite>Zarkenis Ultima <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=25304552#p25304552"">wrote</a>:</cite>The half-giant woman merely continued glaring daggers at Orion as he spoke, the color of her eyes causing them to resemble burning embers. However, as she listened to his words, her glare softened and she looked away once again, slumping slightly against the wall now that the girl with coral red hair was no longer pointing her energy broadsword at her. Hearing Orion's words, the woman realized that he was not a dangerous enemy.<br/><br/>Just a terribly ignorant one.<br/><br/>""If your goal for talking to me is to ensure that peace is ensured, then you may as well leave now, child. There is nothing I can do to disturb your peace. My friends died protecting the relic. Their weapons are out of my reach and even if I could call them to me I would not know how to use them. I possess no offensive magic to speak of and no martial training or battle experience, and I lack the means of calling for help."" The woman said as she slowly but steadily slit down the wall to eventually sit on the floor of the cave, her thick shroud covering her entire legs and feet. ""My name, if that is what you wanted, is Silum. That is all I will tell you. Your peace is made; your allies have won. Your kings will take me and bound me to a cage for knowing and professing truths that they cannot fathom. So it has been, for thousands of years."" She proclaimed.<br/><br/>At this point, Elsis, who had been standing nearby while Shanath spoke to Malganis, snorted at the heathen's claims. ""Thousands of years? You delusional death worshippers haven't been around for more than a millenium!"" She argued, decidedly more forceful towards Silum than Orion was. The half-giant, however, said and did nothing about it, merely closing her eyes.<br/></div></blockquote><br/>Orion sighed heavily as the giant spoke, this was going to be an odd discussion indeed.<br/>""Peace is harmony, what you describe is complacency.""<br/>He said in response to her exposition about her state of helplessness,<br/>""On Telcaron, where I am from, you would be considered a most dangerous and worthy adversary in Mahilich.""<br/>He said with a wry chuckle, imagining how Silum would quite easily have dealt with any of his sparring partners. Then Orion cringed as Elsis began to speak venomous words.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">For the love of Ultier how damn well different can your order be?! We're founded on the same principles!</span><br/>He thought to himself, not frustrated as much as pleading with the universe to make Elsis stop somehow.<br/>He stood up and looked to girl with fiery red hair, a pleading look in his eyes,<br/>""The danger has already passed. You have no need for such hostility. There has already been too much.""<br/>He said gently, gesturing to the fallen heathens. With that said, he returned to sitting on the cave floor and turned to Silum.<br/>""Well, Silum, as far as I know, the laws of the Apostolic Council state that Lawless Non-combatants are to be left well enough alone. So I don't think there will be any cages or bindings for you. Is there a name for your particular beliefs?""<br/>He continued. Honestly he was hating being only a student right now. It was saddening, just how pathetically little he could do for Silum besides what he was doing now, trying to show her they weren't all out to get her.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">One day, one day I will don the golden armour</span><br/>He thought while he waited for Silum's reply, hoping there would be one."
10772,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=425,2015-07-18T04:09:00,Ularn,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><del><span style=""font-size: 300%; line-height: 116%;"">T</span></del>HIS</span>time When Kyrissa smiled it was without any of the humiliation she had felt moments before as Aspirant Arcander fumbled his way through his perceived faux pas. ""It's alright; I'm kind of getting used to it. Until I got here, I didn't realise that skin-dye and tattoos werent really things off of Amazla,"" she conceded.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>Arcander continued, ""Anyway, Kyrissa is it?""<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>Kyr nodded.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>""That's a pretty name; I like it. Would you mind at all if I called you 'Kyri'?""<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>Arcander was not what she had expected from an Aspirant, Kyr decided. He seemed sort of haphazard in his manner. Still, he was being friendly, or at least making an effort to be welcoming and it was drawing attention away from her own error of moments ago so she responded in kind. ""Honestly, if anything I'd rather you just went with 'Kyr'. What about you?"" she asked offhandedly with a smirk, ""Do we all get to call you 'Arc'?""<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>Still aware of the dragon skull, two bodies, a prisoner the size of a megazelle and the detritus of battle still around them, Kyr felt like this was the wrong setting for her, the late arrival to a battle already concluded, to go into a long winded explanation of exactly why Arcander's choice of nickname set her teeth so fiercely on edge. It seemed strange enough just having the conversation as it was. 'Kyri' was the name her aunts chirped when they wanted her to set the table or wash the dishes or any of a number of other household chores requiring her to play the role of the little girl. Even<span style=""font-style: italic"">Mother</span>seemed to grimace when she heard it. Chores were what the little cousins were for; after meals, the daughter of Nianja Kerembor was expected to take a kneel on a cushion at the edge of the table that always sat in the middle of the ger and listen silently while the grownups - Mother, aunts, uncles and older cousins - talked over smoked veinaroot and tiny cups of java. It was hoped she might learn something from their discussions, which ranged from mundane news pertaining to caring for the desert - droughts, migrations of various herds and whatnot - to politics both on and off-world, which was far more interesting, if less penetrable to a young Kyrissa, to the war stories which were the best topic of all. Several times Kyr had managed to stay up well past her bedtime as the adults got caught up In a lively debate about the strategies and attributes of various generals from throughout the last half-millennia.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>It was during one such talk, when the veina was burning low in the pipe, that Kyr had been allowed to hold Gin for the first time. Mother told her to fetch him from their own tent to settle an argument over whether Aurelius Alistar had been justified pulling back his vanguard at Herevore. The sword had given a noncommittal response that satisfied everyone but pleased no one and the matter was forgotten with the sobriety of morning. Only Kyr remembered. Kyr and Gin.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>Kyr had absorbed a great deal from those talks."
10773,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=425,2015-07-18T04:41:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Atlannia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=25293964#p25293964"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=25280991#p25280991"">wrote</a>:</cite>Jyn smiled and wrapped Alfenn in a massive and tight hug, ""I'm so glad you're okay too! "" She spoke as she bear hugged her friend, though this was a much warmer hug than even she was usaully capable of giving. She was so relieved after the battle, and something about being near Alfenn made her so happy. ""Are you alright? Did they hurt you?"" She asked, not letting go of Alf. She didn't want to let him go now. And... she was experiencing feeling she didn't even knew she had for him. She wanted to tell him, to describe each and every one. Tell him... but her mouth refused to move.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""I-I-I'm fine!"" Alfenn gasped breathlessly, chalking up the tightness in his chest to the strength of Jynna's hug. Instead of trying to defensively protect his ribs or wriggle free like he normally would Alfenn wrapped his own arms around her shoulders and pulled Jynna closer, inhaling slowly to try and slow down his rapidly hammering heart. ""I'm really fine,"" he repeated in a soothing tone. ""I only lost a little energy from my shields, I think I took more damage from the fall than the actual fighting. Being this close to her again only drew Alfenn's mind back to their abortive ""training session"" earlier that night. Although they had both jumped away as though electrocuted neither seemed willing to move now. With a start Alfenn realised suddenly that that training session could have been the last moment together they ever had. <span style=""font-style: italic"">One of us could have died back there, or both of us.</span> As Jynna's head came to rest lightly on his shoulder the hand he had thrown around her clenched into a fist. <span style=""font-style: italic"">What if this is the last moment we ever have together? What if there's more enemies lurking outside!? Dozens of them! Hundreds even!</span> As irrational as the thoughts were Alfenn couldn't stop them bouncing around in his head and escalating steadily until, swallowing determinedly he reached a conclusion. Pulling himself away slightly so that he could look at her face to face. Alfenn cleared his throat.<br/><br/>""Listen Jynna I..uh..."" Alfenn trailed off awkwardly, trying not to turn red. ""What I'm trying to say is...what am I trying to say? uh...Well I really like talking to you and just being around you and...um...Argh! This isn't working!"" Alfenn shook his head and stared into Jynna's eyes almost urgently. ""Look you can hit me or react however you want after but I'll never forgive myself if I don't do this now because I just realised I might not get another chance to,"" With that he leaned forwards, closed his eyes and kissed her firmly.</div></blockquote><br/>""W-"" Jyn was taken aback by the kiss. Even given all the signs, she was not fully aware of what was going to happen and the nature of the feelings the person in her arms was feeling. She relaxed her grip suddenly. Then she melted into the kiss, giving into passion as both their souls and hearts danced in that single moment. Passions aligned as they kissed. Jyn's heartrate had skyrocketed higher than during the duel even, perhaps some unused adrenalin still pumping in her blood helped fuel her passion, life or death scenarios being a good way to inflame emotion.<br/><br/>She then broke off the kiss softly, and smiled at Alfenn, her previous concern mellowing out into a harmonious and warm smile as their shared embrace warmed her very being. She paused, not liking the silence but not quite sure what to say, just that something needed to be said to spare poor Alfenn from feeling that this was something only he shared, though it was unlikely after that kiss. ""Alfenn- I-I..."" She stammered. Then steeled herself, placing a hand on his cheek. ""I've been feeling... different, when around you. You're smart and witty. I love being around you and I think... I think we should... be together."" She spoke. ""The thought of loosing you made me realize... you mean more to me than I thought. And I want to be with you."" She paused again. ""Have I made it clear that I want to go out with you yet?""<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Zarkenis Ultima <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=25304552#p25304552"">wrote</a>:</cite>The half-giant woman merely continued glaring daggers at Orion as he spoke, the color of her eyes causing them to resemble burning embers. However, as she listened to his words, her glare softened and she looked away once again, slumping slightly against the wall now that the girl with coral red hair was no longer pointing her energy broadsword at her. Hearing Orion's words, the woman realized that he was not a dangerous enemy.<br/><br/>Just a terribly ignorant one.<br/><br/>""If your goal for talking to me is to ensure that peace is ensured, then you may as well leave now, child. There is nothing I can do to disturb your peace. My friends died protecting the relic. Their weapons are out of my reach and even if I could call them to me I would not know how to use them. I possess no offensive magic to speak of and no martial training or battle experrience, and I lack the means of calling for help."" The woman said as she slowly but steadily slit down the wall to eventually sit on the floor of the cave, her thick shroud covering her entire legs and feet. ""My name, if that is what you wanted, is Silum. That is all I will tell you. Your peace is made; your allies have won. Your kings will take me and bound me to a cage for knowing and professing truths that they cannot fathom. So it has been, for thousands of years."" She proclaimed.<br/><br/>At this point, Elsis, who had been standing nearby while Shanath spoke to Malganis, snorted at the heathen's claims. ""Thousands of years? You delusional death worshippers haven't been around for more than a millenium!"" She argued, decidedly more forceful towards Silum than Orion was. The half-giant, however, said and did nothing about it, merely closing her eyes.</div></blockquote><br/>""El... Elisis?"" Spoke a voice from nearby, a likely very, very familiar voice from the past of the Valiant Fang member. One that she would have known for as long as that voice had existed. It was filled with concern, and it wavered slightly. The voice seemed to pause for almost an eternity, the owner of it not entirely sure if the expression she would see on the other side of Elisis' head would be one she wanted to see. She expected rage. Likely even hatred.<br/><br/>""I've been looking for you."" Juna paused, she then stood up strait. Showing weakness might be a fatal mistake now. Though she knew Juna would never go that far, it might kill something else if she seemed weak. She inhaled. ""I've been looking for you... and... I realize I might be the last person in the known universe you'd want to see..."" She spoke. ""And. Before anything else. Before you even turn around. I want to say... Im sorry.""<br/><br/>""So... So sorry for the things I said. And... everything really."" She spoke. Then mentally braced for the wave she expected to come from her sister. She had said it. Likely not all that needed to be said. ""I... wish I could have been a more worthy little sister to you."""
10774,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=425,2015-07-19T16:32:00,Zarkenis Ultima,"""We are not on Telcaron, boy."" Silum stated as she listened to Orion's words, her eyes still closed as she sat with her back against the wall of the cave. Her voice had softened significantly since the first time she had spoken, and now the only emotion that could be found inside of it was none. Her voice carried naught but apathy at this point. ""You are very naive, aren't you?"" She asked afterwards. Strangely, there was a h int of amusement as she spoke those words, though it died down quickly, and it never showed through her face to begin with. ""Let us assume those rules are real and they will be respected. Your beloved apostles will take and destroy the relic. Your knights will continue to butcher my brethren, or die at their hands because they decided to stand up for their beliefs. And on and on goes everything. Your knight saved the world from destruction, but he never saved its people.""<br/><br/>Meanwhile, after hearing the comment Orion made towards her, Elsis gave a cold shrug an turned away from him and the heathen half-giant, thinking that she had much better stuff to do than argue with some hippie foreigner boy about whether or not dragon-worshippers deserved hostility. However, as she was about to wander away and go back to the rest of his group, she heard a voice behind her, a voice that she had been dying to hear, a voice that she had been trying to forget. The voice seemed to waver slightly, trembling with uncertainty, but that small, insignificant detail was lost on Elsis, lost in the wake of all the memories and emotions unearthed by the sound of that voice, that soft voice that Elsis knew could never have belonged to anyone at all in the Known Universe and beyond that was not her little sister.<br/><br/>Evidently, Juna had these things present as well, 'these things' being all of the things they said to each other before. Had it really only been six cycles ago? To Elsis, it felt like an eternity, as if the wounds that caused a gap to form between the Salasanger sisters had not festered for days, but years.<br/><br/>But either way, the vortex of emotions awakened by Juna's voice and apology was nearly overwhelming. Above everything else, Elsis was confused. How, she wondered, was she supposed to feel? Angry? Juna did say so many horrible things to her, after all! But then, she had also said so many terrible, terrible things to her little sister that she dearly regretted, so, was that what she was supposed to feel? Regret? Sorrow? Or perhaps simply joy at being able to see her sister once more when she thought that they would not meet again for a very long time, a long time that may have caused the gap to become an unpassable ravine? She was confused. She didn't know. She was not equipped to deal with this situation, she had never dealt with emotions very well, had never been very intelligent with how she handled them.<br/><br/>So, for now, she suppressed them, even though they were tearing at her.<br/><br/>""I... I need some air."" The girl said tersely, keeping her gaze firmly on the ground as she turned around and walked away, never bringing up her eyes to look at her sister. However, just before she was about to walk past her, her hand shot up and gripped Juna's wrist, therefore dragging her along to the other chamber of the cavern. Juna would undoubtedly notice that the grip Elsis kept on her was very forceful, notice that her hand was very tense. Elsis stopped walking once they were in the other chamber, out of earshot. Cyranis was nowhere to be found, having probably left after creating a ramp that led out of the cavern using her magic, so the sisters were alone, and Elsis let go of Juna's hand, but after that she simply waited as if she wanted Juna to say something else, and didn't say anything or turn around. She couldn't. Not yet.<br/><br/>Elsewhere, Arcander nodded at Kyrissa. ""Very well, Kyr it is then. And yes, of course, you're free to call me Arc, that's what everyone calls me to begin with."" He said with a small chuckle. ""I myself recognize that it's a bit of a hassle to say 'Arcander' all the time, so Arc should be fine; just remember to refer to me as Brightshield in front of the Academy's staff. Aside from that, there should be no problem. Even she calls me that."" He continued, pointing at the red-haired unconscious girl in armor that was sitting against the wall of the cavern further into the chamber, resting. ""She's your other guide, Aressa Alistar. If you heard what I told Professor Cyranis, you'll know she overexerted herself fighting. She should wake up by the time we're back at the resort, though; you'll have plenty of time to get acquainted with her then."" He explained, before turning back to Kyrissa, with a slightly amused smile. ""And before I forget, don't call her Ari. She doesn't like it."""
10775,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=425,2015-07-19T23:04:00,Ularn,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">""<del>A</del></span>LISTAR</span>, as in<span style=""font-style: italic"">Aurelius</span>Alistar?""<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>A few people looked around in confusion trying to pinpoint the source of the speaker less voice until they saw Kyr looking at the sword at her hip, whose power lines flickered as Gin's voice seemed to come from the air itself. It was an exuberant baritone overlaid with the faintest trace of static as though feeding through an extremely primitive anologue speaker system. Kyr was sure that was an affectation of Gin's rather than a limit of his hardware, probably intended to make people more at ease by not sounding completely organic. She smiled bashfully and twisted her waist slightly to present her Kerembor family blade to the audience.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>""Of course!"" Gin remarked mirthfully, ""She still has those eyes. My apologies for interrupting, Master Brightshield. I don't make it a habit but running into the progeny of old friends is one of those few pleasures we old warswords ever really find out of combat.""<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>He fell silent once more and his power lines faded out in a manner suggestive of resting. Kyr paused politely for a second, wondering how Gin could tell anything about Aressa's eyes when they were closed, before saying, ""Gin's my sword. Well, my mother's. She loaned him out to help me at the Academy."" She hoped the explanation gave away as little as possible about the totality of Nianja Kerembor's concerns about her daughter. Gin seemed to have distracted successfully from her calamity of an arrival though, so she took the opportunity to change the subject, nodding towards the half-giantess, ""So what do we do now? What happens to her,<span style=""font-style: italic"">Arc?</span>"""
10776,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=425,2015-07-20T06:08:00,Pyrade,"""You are very naive, aren't you?""<br/>Silum said, which drew a chuckle from Orion.<br/>""I get that a lot. But you would be surprised.""<br/>He said with a sigh before he stood up.<br/>""Where we stand in the face of adversity is where our feet truly are. Despite what it may seem at other times. You claim that your cause is righteous, as I claim of mine. And here we stand, neither willing to budge on that. It's this logic that causes the fighting. And it is fighting that causes animosity and depravity. The entire exercise is futile in itself, for both sides and yet we go on.""<br/>He said with an odd smile that portrayed very little that a smile usually should.<br/>""'All I can do is open my hands in friendship to those who have fallen, and hope enough will take it so we might have peace.' Naïve and idealistic you would say yes? But if realism leads to war, is idealism not the solution?""<br/>He replied before shaking his head and turning around,<br/>""But I tire you with my presence. I hope you find whatever freedom you were looking for.""<br/>He said with a smile and a wave before he returned to the general group. He approached Kyrissa and Arcander with a smile that spoke of wear and fatigue.<br/>""Well, that was . . . Cheering.""<br/>He said as he arrived at the group, following his words with a sigh. He had arrived just in time to hear the warning about Ari and the AI sword speak its peace. Upon hearing Kyr ask about the half-giantess he shook his head.<br/>""She believes the order will cage her for simply being with the heretics . . . As a non-combatant she should be left well enough alone.""<br/>He said and gestured to the corpses of the heretics,<br/>""Our violence only reinforces what she has been told.""<br/>He looked to Arcander and held out a hand with a more cheerful smile,<br/>""I am Orion Kaladran. Pleasure to meet you."""
10777,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=425,2015-07-20T17:43:00,Elysian Kentarchy,"Rache grinds his teeth finally connecting the dots. ""Dragon worshippers."" He growls his training taking over as he restrains one of his hands from reaching for his sword. ""Those who worship the dragons are allies of the dragons. They must die. All of them. There must be no mercy for those who are willing to worship those who tried to doom us all. Such a thing is the death of us all."" The voices of his old drill instructors scream in his head as Rache struggles to keep his composure up as he grounds his teeth more. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">The dragons are the enemy! Say it with me: the dragons are the enemy!</span>He then thinks. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">I could really use some meditation right now.</span>"" He thinks this as he starts to lose the battle to maintain his composure."
10778,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=425,2015-07-21T00:02:00,Ularn,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><del>O</del></span>RION'S</span>speech prompted Kyrissa to bite her lip. Perhaps an order of pacifists like the Radiant Palm would interpret the laws that way. She favoured a much stricter interpretation of the rules. Noncombatants could not be<span style=""font-style: italic"">harmed</span>; that didn't mean they had to be left alone. Left up to her, she would have taken the giantess back to Cathedral Arcadia as a prisoner and found out what she knew and then possibly discuss letting her go.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>For one thing was certain in Kyr's mind; the fact that she was found in a cave with dragon skull and two Lawless knights guaranteed Silum knew<span style=""font-style: italic"">something</span>. No dragon worshipper just found themselves this far into Lawful space without intending some sort of harm against the Apostolic Orders. Whatever had been going on here, it was in the interests of the Phantom Blade to find out, and Kyr personally would rather learn it themselves than hand the half-giantess over to the Gladians and<span style=""font-style: italic"">maybe</span>receive whatever portion of that knowledge they chose to share between orders.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>Kyr thought all that but held her silence, acutely aware that she was a student on her first fully enrolled day. Orion could be commended for his zeal, perhaps, but Kyr knew that the decision should be left to the teachers - these who had the wisdom and the experience to make the correct decision - not a rabble barely into their third decade or even their third cycle of training.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>Rache's wild-eyed tirade forced Kyr's tongue in the end. Aghast that anyone from an Apostolic Order could even contemplate - let alone suggest out loud - the violation of the Laws in such a manner, the reed-skinned girl found herself standing between absolute pacifism and horrific bloodlust and pressed into defence of the only sensible middle ground. ""No!"" she shrieked, rounding on Rache with one hand gripping Gin in his holster as instinctively as she once had her old sword while facing down a goliath serreptile, ""We don't harm noncombatants. But we don't have to let her go, either. We should take her as prisoner, for the Phantom Blade. The order can find out what she knows; what order she's from, how they got here, what in Aradain's name they were doing in this cave.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>""After that, then we should let others decide what to do with her. It's not a decision that<span style=""font-style: italic"">we</span>should be allowed to make."" She had started facing Rache with white-hot anguish in her eyes but by the time Kyr had finished her pleading she had met the gaze of everyone watching. Her expression had softened and her hands were not longer grasping at her weapon or twitching at the aether. Instead she held them out in front of her, partially clenched on thin air as she silently begged that everyone else would see reason."
10779,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=425,2015-07-21T00:53:00,Pyrade,"<blockquote><div><cite>Ularn <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=25338280#p25338280"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><del>O</del></span>RION'S</span> speech prompted Kyrissa to bite her lip. Perhaps an order of pacifists like the Radiant Palm would interpret the laws that way. She favoured a much stricter interpretation of the rules. Noncombatants could not be <span style=""font-style: italic"">harmed</span>; that didn't mean they had to be left alone. Left up to her, she would have taken the giantess back to Cathedral Arcadia as a prisoner and found out what she knew and then possibly discuss letting her go.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>For one thing was certain in Kyr's mind; the fact that she was found in a cave with dragon skull and two Lawless knights guaranteed Silum knew <span style=""font-style: italic"">something</span>. No dragon worshipper just found themselves this far into Lawful space without intending some sort of harm against the Apostolic Orders. Whatever had been going on here, it was in the interests of the Phantom Blade to find out, and Kyr personally would rather learn it themselves than hand the half-giantess over to the Gladians and <span style=""font-style: italic"">maybe</span> receive whatever portion of that knowledge they chose to share between orders.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>Kyr thought all that but held her silence, acutely aware that she was a student on her first fully enrolled day. Orion could be commended for his zeal, perhaps, but Kyr knew that the decision should be left to the teachers - these who had the wisdom and the experience to make the correct decision - not a rabble barely into their third decade or even their third cycle of training.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>Rache's wild-eyed tirade forced Kyr's tongue in the end. Aghast that anyone from an Apostolic Order could even contemplate - let alone suggest out loud - the violation of the Laws in such a manner, the reed-skinned girl found herself standing between absolute pacifism and horrific bloodlust and pressed into defence of the only sensible middle ground. ""No!"" she shrieked, rounding on Rache with one hand gripping Gin in his holster as instinctively as she once had her old sword while facing down a goliath serreptile, ""We don't harm noncombatants. But we don't have to let her go, either. We should take her as prisoner, for the Phantom Blade. The order can find out what she knows; what order she's from, how they got here, what in Aradain's name they were doing in this cave.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>""After that, then we should let others decide what to do with her. It's not a decision that <span style=""font-style: italic"">we</span> should be allowed to make."" She had started facing Rache with white-hot anguish in her eyes but by the time Kyr had finished her pleading she had met the gaze of everyone watching. Her expression had softened and her hands were not longer grasping at her weapon or twitching at the aether. Instead she held them out in front of her, partially clenched on thin air as she silently begged that everyone else would see reason.</div></blockquote><br/>Orion tilted his head and listened to Kyrissa curiously. He found it strange that she thought it necessary to imprison the non-combatant when they apparently weren't going to harm her.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">At least she isn't preaching bloody murder</span><br/>He thought to himself, avoiding any sort of response to Rache's outburst. Orion sighed and shrugged,<br/>""This is not my homeworld, and I have no authority here. So the decision is not mine. She said there was a relic they were protecting. It is likely the reason they are here.""<br/>He said, sharing what he had learnt from Silum during their talk.<br/>""She is worried the Order will destroy it, so it is likely harmful. . . If you really want information you don't have to imprison people. And the dead can't testify.""<br/>He said gesturing to the heretics. With a shrug he dropped the subject,<br/>""I imagine we're going to have many debates about conflicting beliefs.""<br/>He said smiling to Kyrissa,<br/>""We were on the same shuttle, but my name is Orion Kaladran, from Telcaron, home of the Radiant Palm. I look forward to our discussions, perhaps with less frustration for you though.""<br/>He said with a chuckle."
10780,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=425,2015-07-21T05:05:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Zarkenis Ultima <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=25321727#p25321727"">wrote</a>:</cite>""We are not on Telcaron, boy."" Silum stated as she listened to Orion's words, her eyes still closed as she sat with her back against the wall of the cave. Her voice had softened significantly since the first time she had spoken, and now the only emotion that could be found inside of it was none. Her voice carried naught but apathy at this point. ""You are very naive, aren't you?"" She asked afterwards. Strangely, there was a h int of amusement as she spoke those words, though it died down quickly, and it never showed through her face to begin with. ""Let us assume those rules are real and they will be respected. Your beloved apostles will take and destroy the relic. Your knights will continue to butcher my brethren, or die at their hands because they decided to stand up for their beliefs. And on and on goes everything. Your knight saved the world from destruction, but he never saved its people.""<br/><br/>Meanwhile, after hearing the comment Orion made towards her, Elsis gave a cold shrug an turned away from him and the heathen half-giant, thinking that she had much better stuff to do than argue with some hippie foreigner boy about whether or not dragon-worshippers deserved hostility. However, as she was about to wander away and go back to the rest of his group, she heard a voice behind her, a voice that she had been dying to hear, a voice that she had been trying to forget. The voice seemed to waver slightly, trembling with uncertainty, but that small, insignificant detail was lost on Elsis, lost in the wake of all the memories and emotions unearthed by the sound of that voice, that soft voice that Elsis knew could never have belonged to anyone at all in the Known Universe and beyond that was not her little sister.<br/><br/>Evidently, Juna had these things present as well, 'these things' being all of the things they said to each other before. Had it really only been six cycles ago? To Elsis, it felt like an eternity, as if the wounds that caused a gap to form between the Salasanger sisters had not festered for days, but years.<br/><br/>But either way, the vortex of emotions awakened by Juna's voice and apology was nearly overwhelming. Above everything else, Elsis was confused. How, she wondered, was she supposed to feel? Angry? Juna did say so many horrible things to her, after all! But then, she had also said so many terrible, terrible things to her little sister that she dearly regretted, so, was that what she was supposed to feel? Regret? Sorrow? Or perhaps simply joy at being able to see her sister once more when she thought that they would not meet again for a very long time, a long time that may have caused the gap to become an unpassable ravine? She was confused. She didn't know. She was not equipped to deal with this situation, she had never dealt with emotions very well, had never been very intelligent with how she handled them.<br/><br/>So, for now, she suppressed them, even though they were tearing at her.<br/><br/>""I... I need some air."" The girl said tersely, keeping her gaze firmly on the ground as she turned around and walked away, never bringing up her eyes to look at her sister. However, just before she was about to walk past her, her hand shot up and gripped Juna's wrist, therefore dragging her along to the other chamber of the cavern. Juna would undoubtedly notice that the grip Elsis kept on her was very forceful, notice that her hand was very tense. Elsis stopped walking once they were in the other chamber, out of earshot. Cyranis was nowhere to be found, having probably left after creating a ramp that led out of the cavern using her magic, so the sisters were alone, and Elsis let go of Juna's hand, but after that she simply waited as if she wanted Juna to say something else, and didn't say anything or turn around. She couldn't. Not yet.</div></blockquote><br/>Juna paused. She looked around suddenly. She had not expected... this reaction. Whatever it was. Her sister was always pretty direct most of the time, so not knowing what Elsis was thinking at least in broad strokes was something Juna was not used to. ""Erm..."" She paused. Then looked from left to right. ""I'm not... sure..."" She paused. Then sighed. ""If you were still enraged like you were before, I would know.' she replied simply. She felt like her sister wanted to her something. Something specific. ""So. If you want. We could... be sisters again? Go back to the way things were before."" She replied. Then another pause. ""I... I need you Elsis. You're all I have. Mom and Dad don't care whether I live or die, I have no friends to speak of. I'd... be long dead without your help. I couldn't have survived without you. I'd be nothing without you."" She then paused, sighing. She looked around the room and then mutter the last part, clear enough for her sister to hear her. ""I<span style=""font-style: italic"">am</span>nothing without you."""
10781,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=425,2015-07-21T18:59:00,The Starlight,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pyrade <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=25327243#p25327243"">wrote</a>:</cite>-snip-</div></blockquote><br/>""Our violence?"" Ellyn spoke indignantly from the floor. ""If you didn't know, our aspirant was attacked, not the other way around. They were skilled warriors, with high-powered shield generators. Several of us had some very close scrapes with death, myself included, and you all saw Ritz. I am no bloodthirsty warrior, but today, in this cave, I was fighting for my life. They were trying to kill us, and so we defended ourselves and fought back. I fought because I had to. So next time, don't judge us please,"" Ellyn finished softly, gripping her head as her headache worsened. She looked up to Orion. ""Sorry for the rant, I've got a terrible headache. Magical side-affects and all that."" Ellyn said, closing her eyes once more.<br/><br/>Then Ritz touched her hand and the headache faded away. ""That feels rather nice. Thanks, Ritz,"" she murmured, curling up despite of the rocks. ""I feel like I could go to sleep. I think I will.."" she said, curling up in a small ball and swiftly falling asleep."
10782,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=425,2015-07-21T23:15:00,Zarkenis Ultima,"After his lighthearted warning, Arcander was quite surprised to suddenly hear a voice that he was well aware belonged to none of the students currently present, nor to the half-giant prisoner at the far end of the cave. Faced with this situation, his first instinct was to draw forth Stormbringer in order to fend off the owner of the voice, should it belong to any potential threat. However, he suppressed this instinct and waited, having a hunch that whoever had spoken bore no ill intent, guiding himself by the lack of hostility in his voice. Indeed, soon enough, the voice spoke once again, and as he listened, he looked down at Kyrissa's hip, where the sword hung, the voice emanating from its hilt. At that moment, a look of realization spread across Arcander's face, as he understood that the sword she had was special, one of the few weapons in the Known Universe that had an AI of its own. Naturally, as he was not of the Phantom Blade, he did not know much of the Kerembors, and thus did not recognize the blade, but he had heard enough tales of such swords to know that he was in the presence of one. The tension left his muscles, and he relaxed, regarding Kyrissa with a nod and a smile after she explained Gin's presence.<br/><br/>The question that came afterwards, however, was a bit trickier. He had a very good idea of what was going to happen, and why, and it was something that was, in his opinion, quite fair, but he also knew that, being amidst the many passionate warriors that the recruits were, heated discussions were likely to appear. He thought about all of this, but as he did, he noticed one of the new arrivals approaching, introducing himself as Orion Kaladran and holding out a hand for him to shake. With a gentle smile, Arcander nodded at him and shook his hand.<br/><br/>What followed, however, wasn't pretty. One of the other new arrivals, Rache, went on a small rant about how dragon worshippers were all meant to die and such, a sentiment that, though not entirely noble, was shared by many among the Phantom Blade and other Orders affiliated with the Apostolic Council despite the laws set up to protect non-combatants. The sentiment had become especially widespread with the recent activities of the heathen hosts, after all, and there were many Orders who thought of dragon worshippers as less than the rest of the Redemit, sadly.<br/><br/>Believing that the discussion had gone far enough, he decided to step in. ""Recruits, calm down."" He said in a calm, but commanding tone of voice, not quite intending to scold them but still wishing to make sure that they would understand he was serious and listen. ""Professor Cyrnis sent Malganis to contact a teacher who would in turn contact Gladia's authorities. The law of the Council is second to none, naturally, but the second most important law is the law of the land, and so, Gladia's authorities will decide what to do with the half-giant prisoner, so long as it does not pose a direct threat to her person, which would go against Apostolic Law. If there is information to be acquired, then the knights of Gladia will do a far better job at discovering it than we students could, and if there is anything to share, they are bound by law to share it with representatives of other Orders,<span style=""font-style: italic"">not</span>with us."" He explained.<br/><br/>""But, regardless of what happens, I will see that no harm is brought to her while she remains in our custody."" He stated at last.<br/><hr/><br/><br/>Meanwhile, outside of the cavern, Elsis stood with her back to Juna still, listening to her sister continue with her apology, pleading to go back to those good days they had before, those days that weren't exactly happy and yet were so much better than the miserable day after their dreadful quarrel. And, in all honesty, Elsis wanted nothing more than to say<span style=""font-style: italic"">yes</span>, all she wanted was to accept her sister's plea and... be her sister once more. To leave all that poisonous rancor and all those painful insults behind and embrace their bonds once again. But... she couldn't. She simply couldn't, not yet. Something held her back as she continued to listen. But finally, her little sister's words got through to her, and her bottled up emotions roared violently at her, demanding to be released immediately.<br/><br/>And since she had never known how to handle them... she released them all at once.<br/><br/>From Juna's perspective, her sister had stood completely still during her speech, showing no sign that she was even listening. But then, all of the sudden, she turned around, her fists balled up at her sides as she looked firmly at the ground. Elsis then took a deep breath, and finally looked up to stare at her sister's face. Her expression, which had miraclously remained cold and stoic until then, turned into one of pained rage as soon as her eyes met Juna's, and the younger Salasanger saw her sister moving towards her while simultaneously rearing up her fist as if she was about to hit her. Juna closed her eyes and braced herself, both physically and mentally, for the impact that she thought was about to come.<br/><br/>It was, thus, very unexpected to feel Elsis surround her with her arms instead.<br/><br/>""You... you... IDIOT!"" Elsis cried with a voice trembling with sheer emotional turmoil, her confused head dealing with it the only way it could think of. ""I hate you! I really hate you!"" She continued, hugging her little sister even more tightly, the clawing of her trembling hands likely making the other girl uncomfortable. The rage was all but gone from the face of the elder Salasanger, and now there was only pain. ""I-I knew that you'd come back to me crying l-like you always do! Y-you should have thought about it before saying all that stuff to me, you pighead!"" She rebuked with a faltering voice, blatantly ignorant of the fact that the only one crying here was her, her crystalline tears drenching and staining the clothes covering her younger sister's shoulder as they flowed fort from Elsis' eyes, the floodgates keeping her emotions in check now open and unable to close themselves once again. Her embrace tightened once again, by this point likely making Juna very uncomfortable, though Elsis wasn't planning on letting go anytime soon.<br/><br/>""I hate you... my little sister..."""
10783,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=425,2015-07-22T05:39:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Zarkenis Ultima <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=25349307#p25349307"">wrote</a>:</cite>After his lighthearted warning, Arcander was quite surprised to suddenly hear a voice that he was well aware belonged to none of the students currently present, nor to the half-giant prisoner at the far end of the cave. Faced with this situation, his first instinct was to draw forth Stormbringer in order to fend off the owner of the voice, should it belong to any potential threat. However, he suppressed this instinct and waited, having a hunch that whoever had spoken bore no ill intent, guiding himself by the lack of hostility in his voice. Indeed, soon enough, the voice spoke once again, and as he listened, he looked down at Kyrissa's hip, where the sword hung, the voice emanating from its hilt. At that moment, a look of realization spread across Arcander's face, as he understood that the sword she had was special, one of the few weapons in the Known Universe that had an AI of its own. Naturally, as he was not of the Phantom Blade, he did not know much of the Kerembors, and thus did not recognize the blade, but he had heard enough tales of such swords to know that he was in the presence of one. The tension left his muscles, and he relaxed, regarding Kyrissa with a nod and a smile after she explained Gin's presence.<br/><br/>The question that came afterwards, however, was a bit trickier. He had a very good idea of what was going to happen, and why, and it was something that was, in his opinion, quite fair, but he also knew that, being amidst the many passionate warriors that the recruits were, heated discussions were likely to appear. He thought about all of this, but as he did, he noticed one of the new arrivals approaching, introducing himself as Orion Kaladran and holding out a hand for him to shake. With a gentle smile, Arcander nodded at him and shook his hand.<br/><br/>What followed, however, wasn't pretty. One of the other new arrivals, Rache, went on a small rant about how dragon worshippers were all meant to die and such, a sentiment that, though not entirely noble, was shared by many among the Phantom Blade and other Orders affiliated with the Apostolic Council despite the laws set up to protect non-combatants. The sentiment had become especially widespread with the recent activities of the heathen hosts, after all, and there were many Orders who thought of dragon worshippers as less than the rest of the Redemit, sadly.<br/><br/>Believing that the discussion had gone far enough, he decided to step in. ""Recruits, calm down."" He said in a calm, but commanding tone of voice, not quite intending to scold them but still wishing to make sure that they would understand he was serious and listen. ""Professor Cyrnis sent Malganis to contact a teacher who would in turn contact Gladia's authorities. The law of the Council is second to none, naturally, but the second most important law is the law of the land, and so, Gladia's authorities will decide what to do with the half-giant prisoner, so long as it does not pose a direct threat to her person, which would go against Apostolic Law. If there is information to be acquired, then the knights of Gladia will do a far better job at discovering it than we students could, and if there is anything to share, they are bound by law to share it with representatives of other Orders, <span style=""font-style: italic"">not</span> with us."" He explained.<br/><br/>""But, regardless of what happens, I will see that no harm is brought to her while she remains in our custody."" He stated at last.<br/><hr/><br/><br/>Meanwhile, outside of the cavern, Elsis stood with her back to Juna still, listening to her sister continue with her apology, pleading to go back to those good days they had before, those days that weren't exactly happy and yet were so much better than the miserable day after their dreadful quarrel. And, in all honesty, Elsis wanted nothing more than to say <span style=""font-style: italic"">yes</span>, all she wanted was to accept her sister's plea and... be her sister once more. To leave all that poisonous rancor and all those painful insults behind and embrace their bonds once again. But... she couldn't. She simply couldn't, not yet. Something held her back as she continued to listen. But finally, her little sister's words got through to her, and her bottled up emotions roared violently at her, demanding to be released immediately.<br/><br/>And since she had never known how to handle them... she released them all at once.<br/><br/>From Juna's perspective, her sister had stood completely still during her speech, showing no sign that she was even listening. But then, all of the sudden, she turned around, her fists balled up at her sides as she looked firmly at the ground. Elsis then took a deep breath, and finally looked up to stare at her sister's face. Her expression, which had miraclously remained cold and stoic until then, turned into one of pained rage as soon as her eyes met Juna's, and the younger Salasanger saw her sister moving towards her while simultaneously rearing up her fist as if she was about to hit her. Juna closed her eyes and braced herself, both physically and mentally, for the impact that she thought was about to come.<br/><br/>It was, thus, very unexpected to feel Elsis surround her with her arms instead.<br/><br/>""You... you... IDIOT!"" Elsis cried with a voice trembling with sheer emotional turmoil, her confused head dealing with it the only way it could think of. ""I hate you! I really hate you!"" She continued, hugging her little sister even more tightly, the clawing of her trembling hands likely making the other girl uncomfortable. The rage was all but gone from the face of the elder Salasanger, and now there was only pain. ""I-I knew that you'd come back to me crying l-like you always do! Y-you should have thought about it before saying all that stuff to me, you pighead!"" She rebuked with a faltering voice, blatantly ignorant of the fact that the only one crying here was her, her crystalline tears drenching and staining the clothes covering her younger sister's shoulder as they flowed fort from Elsis' eyes, the floodgates keeping her emotions in check now open and unable to close themselves once again. Her embrace tightened once again, by this point likely making Juna very uncomfortable, though Elsis wasn't planning on letting go anytime soon.<br/><br/>""I hate you... my little sister...""</div></blockquote><br/>Juna's eyes had widened as she was about to be punched, bracing herself for the beating she would earn. She was far too used to this scenario. And it usually ended with her writing in pain or fending off her attackers. Though there was no honour in beating opponents considered weak, the Valiant Fang members she knew weren't exactly opposed to doing so if they felt her presence offended them or annoyed them.<br/><br/>But then she felt an embrace around herself. She sighed slightly, or more exhaled. Having held her breath. She sighed. She was surprisingly calm and collected. She had gotten out her tears and fears and pain. ""I hate you too big sister. I hate you so much."" She joked, trying to inject some joviality into the situation. She then frowned at her big sisters question. ""And... I'm... not really sure. Once I started I couldn't really stop."" She spoke. ""It's hard... Being your sister sometimes. But that doesn't mean I don't think your the best sister in the known universe."" She was actually begining to tear up slightly herself."
10784,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=425,2015-07-22T06:55:00,Pyrade,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Orion</span><br/>Orion stayed silent for the most part, waiting for the exchange of words to pass.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Next time I should be . . . Less overt about my ways. It causes unnecessary conflict . . . </span><br/>He thought to himself as Arcander brought an end to the discussion. Orion was glad to hear that the half-giant would come to no harm while she was under the custody of Silver Hand Academy. At least she would be okay until the local law enforcement came to collect her. He looked at Ellyn with an apologetic look,<br/>""I am sorry, I meant no offense. Violence is necessary, especially in such situations, what I meant to say was that it seems unnecessary from her perspective. Irrational I know, but such is the emotions of anyone Redemit or otherwise.""<br/>He said and returned his attention to Arcander,<br/>""So what shall we do now?""<br/>He asked curiously, wondering if they would have to return to the resort so soon after the second group had arrived."
10785,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=425,2015-07-22T08:56:00,Elysian Kentarchy,"A red skin girl shrieks at him. ""No!"" She reaches for her weapon and continues ""We don't harm noncombatants. But we don't have to let her go, either. We should take her as prisoner, for the Phantom Blade. The order can find out what she knows; what order she's from, how they got here, what in Aradain's name they were doing in this cave. ""After that, then we should let others decide what to do with her. It's not a decision that we should be allowed to make.""<br/><br/>""Do you honestly believe why you are saying?"" Rache asks bluntly. ""Or are you posturing to appear honourable, as many others do, to try to appear as a saint? Do you follow the Law word for word or do you only use it when it suits you? But I agree taking her in to be interrogated is a sound idea. Then she can be used to find the people<span style=""font-style: italic"">you</span>would view as combatants.""<br/><br/>Rache grounds his teeth when he receives the order to calm. The voices in his head are clear with their orders though: ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">KILL THE HALF GIANT!</span>"" They command him to do so.<br/><br/>Rache tries to find a place to center himself and his memory goes back to the last time he was in the Chief Archivist', the head of his Order, office. ""Rache when you go out there your discipline will be tested. Thus you must remember to stay calm. If you can't do it yourself I want you to use this."" He hands him a long case. ""You are to represent our Order in all things. So go forth and do well. Remember our views will frequently find conflict but to wage war against everything concerning the dragons we must be willing to do what is neccessary. You are the proud heir to Olderen, and thus a descendant of one of the Order of Rememberers founders if you are to risk bringing dishonour to that name then there is only one solution.""<br/><br/>Coming back to the present he reaches into his pocket and wraps his fingers around the cold metal of the object but he doesn't pull it out. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">I won't give in.</span>"" He thinks letting go of the object. He takes several deep breaths and visibly calms down. ""I apologize for my reaction."" He says in his normal polite voice. ""I have been taught all my life that Dragon Worshipers and dragons are the enemy and that they must be fought with serenity. But seeing one up close for the first time... it drove me mad. I am sincerely sorry."" He politely bows. ""But that doesn't mean I view my words in my outburst wrong. Therefore the only sensible approach is to strike maybe not now but eventually."" He looks at the red skinned girl and bows politely again. ""While my comment concerning your honour was certainly... out of order... I will say my view point will not change without evidence. I have met people who put forward arguments similar to yours in different contexts and I listened to them, I believed that what they said was right, I believed that they had honour. But then I saw them violate the Law in terrible ways so I was called to cast judgement upon them, I had to kill my best friend because he did something so dishonorable that it required his death. Despite that he was a good person and he claimed honour but his crime, the murder of his infant brother and mother and other unspeakable things he did to them, revealed that it was a lie, that his honour was a deception, that honour was just the cover he used to shield his depravity from the gaze of others, and he wouldn't be the last I have seen of this. So people claiming to be honorable will need to prove such and to me defending someone who worships those who tried to kill us all is an indicator of dishonor."" He sighs and he does look sad for saying this. ""Needless to say I am looking forward to seeing if you are someone with honour or someone is a liar and uses it as a shield for their actions. Are you someone depraved or are you someone that I could could say has true honour?"" He sighs again and looks at the ceiling. ""I do not claim to be someone with honour. I am just someone who is honest and runs by a strict code, people without principle are animals and I would sooner die than become an animal. THAT is why I regret my outburst. I do not regret what I view as a sensible opinion that others should share."" He sighs. ""Maybe someday you will share my point of view, that death is the only option for people who are threats like this half giant."""
10786,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=425,2015-07-22T16:12:00,Saleon,"Kal had rested enough. Rather he had finished resting a long time ago, but, due to not knowing anyone yet, he stayed in the back and avoided conversation.<br/><br/>What made him end his silent contemplation, we're the erratic ramblings of one of the new knights, a man named Rache. He was violent to say the least. Whatever calm She might have had disappeared, with the presence of dragon worshippers. Kal understood the hate, as many lawful orders fought deagons, but he didn't quite agree with the continued notion of hate.<br/><br/>He stood up, dusted off the dust on his legs, and walked toward Rache. He began speaking, ""I disagree sir. In fact I find your sayings to be far from the correct path. a knight Is to follow a path of chivalry. A path which entails kindness to enemies, mercy, respect, and to never attack first. This lady has not caused any reason for grievance, nor can she. She is not brandishing a weapon, and she is frightened out of her wits. You are attacking her, and not her attacking you.""<br/><br/>Rache then regained his composure. Not because of Kal, he could tell, His rambling seemed involuntary. He had . That didn't stop her irrational arguments. Trust was an issue when it came to dealing with dragon worshippers. This incident was one of many, though handled better than usual. No blood, only broken trusts. Something which is more permanent and affects more people.<br/><br/>Kal put his fingers to his face and inhaled air. When he was disappointed by the taste, he flicked it to the ground and snuffed out the flameless fire. All that was left of it was smokeless smoke. ""You handled that better than others, while my order was particularly lawless we hated dragon worshippers just as well. I've seen more innocent blood spilt then what was spilt today. calm yourself faster, and keep up your will, or I wI'll not stand by,"" he resigned."
10787,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=425,2015-07-22T17:55:00,Atlannia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=25305189#p25305189"">wrote</a>:</cite>""W-"" Jyn was taken aback by the kiss. Even given all the signs, she was not fully aware of what was going to happen and the nature of the feelings the person in her arms was feeling. She relaxed her grip suddenly. Then she melted into the kiss, giving into passion as both their souls and hearts danced in that single moment. Passions aligned as they kissed. Jyn's heartrate had skyrocketed higher than during the duel even, perhaps some unused adrenalin still pumping in her blood helped fuel her passion, life or death scenarios being a good way to inflame emotion. <br/><br/>She then broke off the kiss softly, and smiled at Alfenn, her previous concern mellowing out into a harmonious and warm smile as their shared embrace warmed her very being. She paused, not liking the silence but not quite sure what to say, just that something needed to be said to spare poor Alfenn from feeling that this was something only he shared, though it was unlikely after that kiss. ""Alfenn- I-I..."" She stammered. Then steeled herself, placing a hand on his cheek. ""I've been feeling... different, when around you. You're smart and witty. I love being around you and I think... I think we should... be together."" She spoke. ""The thought of loosing you made me realize... you mean more to me than I thought. And I want to be with you."" She paused again. ""Have I made it clear that I want to go out with you yet?"" <br/></div></blockquote><br/><br/>""I think even I've got the gist of it a this point,"" said Alfenn, feeling his cheeks heat up and the corners begin to pull up almost involuntarily into wide, dopey grin. ""And I feel the same way...ermm, I suppose that was obvious wasn't it,"" He realised he was babbling and after taking a step back raised a fist in front of his mouth and coughed into it. ""In any case, I'm glad we're on the same page,"" He glanced over towards the small gathering around the half giant woman, keeping an ear on the ongoing argument. ""It looks like we might be here for a while yet, why don't we sit down?"" Alfenn gestured vaguely at the ground and then leaned into the wall behind them, sinking down into a sitting position. It was strange to see how many different opinions the group had on how to handle the prisoner. Alfenn knew if she had been captured by Black Cup knights likely the only debate would have been whether or not any intelligence that could be extracted her would be worth the trouble and expense of hauling her back to the capital and imprisoning her or if they should simply cut her throat there. Although the Black Cups were bound by the same rules as any lawful order they were remote enough that no one would make any remark if prisoners were consistently reported as ""killed in escape attempt"" Alfenn decided to keep his thoughts to himself, reigning in that sort of renegade behaviour would be an important priority once he had control pf the order.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Maybe the top priority</span>he mused, his eyes drifting onto the still form of the warrior that had fallen onto his sword and the crimson pool slowly spreading out from the deceptively small wound on his chest."
10788,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=450,2015-07-22T22:45:00,Ularn,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 300%; line-height: 116%;"">""<del>D</del></span>ON'T!""</span>Kyrissa seethed. She had looked on at Rache through his lecture in silence that barely concealed the volcanic rage burning behind her eyes.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Are you posturing to appear honourable? Do you follow the Law only when it suits you?</span>. How dare he? This abomination from an order that should have been outlawed; how dare he?<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>She almost challenged him there - almost drew Gin from his holster, where his power lines pulsed with the same rage as her, for an attack on the honour of one Kerembor was an attack on the entire family. Kyr almost demanded satisfaction from the filth that tainted the academy by his presence, whose order defiled Apostolic belief by its very existence. She would have duelled him. Had she been allowed to do it right there she might even have killed him. Her honour and her rage demanded no less at that moment.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>But then came the apology, and with it the damning words, ""My comment concerning your honour was certainly out of order,"" and something inside Kyr deflated. Her rage burned just as bright but now it came fueled by despair. There could be no duel; she couldn't issue a challenge for a remark already withdrawn. Impotent rage rose up in her lungs and she forced herself to choke it down. The lecture carried on and on like a torrent of bile and Kyr neither heard nor cared for a word of it as she realised this vermin had insulted her and then robbed her of any opportunity for retribution with a barely flippant excuse for an apology.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>""Don't you dare talk to me about<span style=""font-style: italic"">honour</span>, you blaspheming murderous heretic!"" she croaked hoarsely, tears welling up in her eyes, ""You have<span style=""font-style: italic"">none</span>. Look in the mirror; you're less than the dragon worshippers you fight!""<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>She swept out of the cave a moment later, the tails of her banyan swirling beneath her armour in the wake of her ascent up the craggy slope. A few moments later the sound of a Pegasus' engine could be heard starting up.<br/><br/><sub>OOC: At the end of this post, Kyr's Pegasus is only starting up and hasn't actually left yet. If Rache wants to challenge Kyr because of the 'heretic' remarks, he still has about fifteen seconds of IC time to do it.</sub>"
10789,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=450,2015-07-23T11:02:00,Elysian Kentarchy,"<blockquote><div><cite>Ularn <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=25361149#p25361149"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 300%; line-height: 116%;"">""<del>D</del></span>ON'T!""</span> Kyrissa seethed. She had looked on at Rache through his lecture in silence that barely concealed the volcanic rage burning behind her eyes. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Are you posturing to appear honourable? Do you follow the Law only when it suits you?</span>. How dare he? This abomination from an order that should have been outlawed; how dare he?<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>She almost challenged him there - almost drew Gin from his holster, where his power lines pulsed with the same rage as her, for an attack on the honour of one Kerembor was an attack on the entire family. Kyr almost demanded satisfaction from the filth that tainted the academy by his presence, whose order defiled Apostolic belief by its very existence. She would have duelled him. Had she been allowed to do it right there she might even have killed him. Her honour and her rage demanded no less at that moment.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>But then came the apology, and with it the damning words, ""My comment concerning your honour was certainly out of order,"" and something inside Kyr deflated. Her rage burned just as bright but now it came fueled by despair. There could be no duel; she couldn't issue a challenge for a remark already withdrawn. Impotent rage rose up in her lungs and she forced herself to choke it down. The lecture carried on and on like a torrent of bile and Kyr neither heard nor cared for a word of it as she realised this vermin had insulted her and then robbed her of any opportunity for retribution with a barely flippant excuse for an apology.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>""Don't you dare talk to me about <span style=""font-style: italic"">honour</span>, you blaspheming murderous heretic!"" she croaked hoarsely, tears welling up in her eyes, ""You have <span style=""font-style: italic"">none</span>. Look in the mirror; you're less than the dragon worshippers you fight!""<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>She swept out of the cave a moment later, the tails of her banyan swirling beneath her armour in the wake of her ascent up the craggy slope. A few moments later the sound of a Pegasus' engine could be heard starting up.<br/><br/><sub>OOC: At the end of this post, Kyr's Pegasus is only starting up and hasn't actually left yet. If Rache wants to challenge Kyr because of the 'heretic' remarks, he still has about fifteen seconds of IC time to do it.</sub></div></blockquote><br/><br/>""And what defines murder?"" Rache asks calmly after he walks out to her and she stops what she is doing to listen but she is clearly annoyed. ""To me the moment you take a life, no matter what the circumstances, it taints you and makes you a murderer, there is no difference between right an wrong the only thing that matters is that you have a life on your hands that there is blood that will never wash away. So by that definition one should ask: have I killed before? Yes I have except the last time I killed, and every other time I have killed, I killed an opponent in fair combat and I have certainly never killed an unarmed opponent."" He seems sad about it but continues ""Have you killed? If so you are the same as me, a murderer and that will never change, the fact that you are a murderer will be something that can't leave you, if not then you will eventually become one even if you kill an opponent by accident. So what do I see when I look in a mirror? I see someone who can never ask the dead for forgiveness. Even if they were an enemy, even if they were someone I had once considered friend. I see a murderer with blood that will never wash away."" He is clearly trying to keep control over something but in this case it is sadness instead of anger.<br/><br/>""So you condemn me without knowing me. Are you one who normally condemns without asking? Without thinking? I lost control of myself for a moment and condemned another so I have that excuse and I sorely regret that I had advocated murder of a defenseless and injured opponent, I had undertaken an oath when I was wanting to be a doctor that I would always help the sick and injured. Yet I let my bias and my hate overwhelm me and thus disgraced myself and the Order I represent. Such a thing would under normal circumstances would require me to take my life out of shame. See?"" He reaches into his pocket and pulls out an elegantly made knife. It is well made to make a point of how sharp it is he presses it against his finger very lightly and this is enough to make his hand bleed it is clear if he brought it to his neck he wouldn't have to push too hand to kill himself. ""I would be obligated to use this if I deem myself too far gone for myself, I almost used it because I felt though I couldn't keep control. So do not think I do not regret my loss of control.""<br/><br/>He does seem repentant but he asks pointedly ""What excuse do you have for anything? What gives you the right to judge me? What causes you to think you are morally superior to me? You preach and condemn and I do the same yet when I do an action that violates my principles I confess to it and try to repent. Do you do the same? Do you regret it when you do something wrong? And finally you call me a heretic and then run away.""<br/><br/>He casually rests his hand on his sword. ""Or are you afraid of being wrong? Are you afraid if you fight me that you will become like me? They say battle brings out the truth of a person. Should we see what the truth we each have then? The battlefield has never failed to tell the truth. There one can see if you do have the honour you claim to have and will allow you to assess me."" Rache says challenging her but giving her a chance to avoid it. All she has to do is leave and never talk to him again. He adds. ""If you manage to defeat me then I will admit I am a 'murderous blasphemous heretic'. But if I win you say that you were wrong to call me so. Seems fair no?"""
10790,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=450,2015-07-23T21:40:00,Ularn,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 300%; line-height: 116%;""><del>T</del></span>HE</span>idea of just opening up the throttle and leaving Rache far behind gained more and more appeal in Kyrissa's mind as she listened impatiently to the Chalice Knight, wondering if his diatribe would ever get to some kind of point.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>When it finally did, Kyr laughed a sharp, derisive burst. Rache had actually given her exactly what she wanted. The warning glow from Gin's holster went unnoticed as her heart rate increased and she felt a rush of adrenaline like she was already in combat. ""Was there a challenge buried somewhere in all that?"" she chided.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>The other knight's expression confirmed his intentions.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>""Very well then; I accept. But I'll never take back what I said. You besmirch Aradain's name by counting yourself among his knights and your order is an abomination if it keeps the Laws as poorly as you do. I'll duel you for honour's sake alone; I'll take no apology of yours as spoils since your words are worth less than the breath the ride on.""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Perhaps that's why he must use so many,</span>she thought to herself,<span style=""font-style: italic"">he has to keep up with inflation.</span>She very nearly said something similar out loud as well but she was feeling quite proud of that last remark and elected not to sully it with a joke, so her mouth simply twitched into something like a sneer as she looked down on him from her mount, reigns in her right hand; left resting on Gin's pommel while the sword maintained a steady, unreadable glow."
10791,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=450,2015-07-24T00:32:00,Elysian Kentarchy,"Rache smiles with an almost serene look. ""So eager for battle... what exactly makes us different?"" He asks casually keeping his hands placed on his sword. ""Though I can't tell if you are arrogant or simply someone who cannot take a view different from her own. Either one shows a weak character."" He turns around and goes back into the cavern. ""The duel will be decided later and then we shall see who is truly in the right."" He says over his shoulder. Before he goes back in though he turns around. He actually says this in a reconciling tone ""I would just like to say that I think you take the mistake of one member of a certain group did and use it to blindly condemn everything related to that. Such arrogance like yours is a sad thing I think, for none are without sin."" He says one last thing before he departs. ""While I certainly misspoke earlier I would like to say my views are more extreme than the rest of my Order's, and thus is not shared by the majority and the views I stated today were said in the heat of the moment, therefore advocating the destruction of an Order that is an Order of scholars who took up arms in paranoia about the dragons is a sad thing. Please do not think too badly of me and understand that I am repentant but my honour as person prevents me from just walking away from insulting the only life I know. Though needless to say I am furious about your condemnation without bothering to discriminate, by your willingness to treat all as guilty even though you have never seen my Order."" His face doesn't show it, instead he seems perfectly calm but eyes flash a dangerous look for a moment. ""When the duel comes I expect no quarter given because I will show you no quarter either, I want battle to show what we truly feel.""<br/><br/>With that he walks back into the cavern but he thinks.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Despite His mercy Aradain destroyed those who opposed Him in His righteous fury. Since He did that to protect us it stands to reason that those who oppose it must also be destroyed, hence why we must destroy the dragons and those who follow them, for they are a continuing threat. Though such a view is admittedly extremely radical but the burden of history shows precedent in our own faith, though I am hesitant to subscribe to it myself.""</span>He sighs. ""I think things were much better when we were the Order of Rememberers, when we were simple scholars. Now what have we become? Paranoid people who can't let go of the past."" He sighs again. ""Well this is the path I have set myself on. I have to see it through to the end no matter if I disagree or not."" He walks back to join the others appearing perfectly calm as if nothing has happened, in fact it seems like to him the previous episode had never occurred."
10792,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=450,2015-07-24T03:13:00,Ularn,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 300%; line-height: 116%;"">""<del>M</del></span>Y</span>second will contact yours in due course,"" Kyrissa warned as Rache stalked away. Sitting silently astride the saddle for several seconds while her hand shook on the reigns, she worked to steady her breathing while the adrenaline started to abate. She had never done anything like that; she had never needed to. Kyrissa could not remember the last time someone had made her so angry - not since she had come of age, certainly. As the red haze receded from her mind she found herself wondering just what she had gotten herself into.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>""That...was not well handled, Kyrissa.""<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>Gin's sudden input made Kyr jump. His tone had not been condemnatory but it was clear the sword was unhappy anyway. ""What should I have done then?"" Kyr demanded bitterly. Her doubts were large enough without Gin adding the weight of his own ancient intellect.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>""You ought to have refused the challenge,"" Gin replied simply.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Apologise</span>?"" Kyr gasped the single word as though it were a profanity.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>""No,<span style=""font-style: italic"">refuse</span>. The boy is so base, so honourless, so far beneath you that he does not merit the the honour of facing you in single combat. You could have called him unworthy to even challenge you.""<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>""Everyone would think I was a coward!""<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>""Only those whose opinions are irrelevant. Those who know and respect Aradain's word would recognise Olderen for the scum that he is. Your honour would never be in question among them. Now though, you've placed yourself in a very dangerous position.""<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>""You think he could kill me?""<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>""The Academy forbids mortal duelling between students, Kyrissa, although accidents can happen. That is not what I meant though. A lot of your instructors find duelling distasteful. The students who actively seek out such confrontations outside their training tend to demonstrate a level of hot-headedness the Silver Hand usually tries to weed out. They rarely graduate.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>""There's a reason they host the Silver Games at the beginning of every year. Single combat is so heavily romanticised and new students are always so eager to test themselves against others that the faculty have long known it's best to get it out of everyone's system as soon as possible. It's a shame you and Rache missed the opportunity; this might have gone differently.""<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>Kyr didn't like the way Gin suggested she was defending her honour out of some hormone-driven adolescent compulsion. At the same time, there was no way to break free of the feeling that he was right and she felt herself tearing up in despair once more as she whispered, ""I'm not going to make it, am I Gin? I won't ever graduate."" It was a thought she had often kept to herself. This was the first time she had ever said the words out loud.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>""Stop that!"" Gin snapped, and for the first time there actually was an edge of anger in his voice, ""I said<span style=""font-style: italic"">most</span>career-duellists fail the Academy. Most<span style=""font-style: italic"">students</span>fail the Academy. The odds were stacked against you from the very beginning and fighting Olderen will not improve them but you are my family; my daughter; my sister. For as long as you have the will I will help you and together we will claw your way back from this.""<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>Kyr sniffed and wiped her eyes. A faint smile even flickered across her face. Gin was one of the best motivational scolders she had ever met. She felt like a weight had been lifted off her chest by the simple act of telling someone else her fears. ""But first you'll help me win the duel, right?""<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>""In every way that I can,"" Gin promised."
10793,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=450,2015-07-24T06:16:00,Pyrade,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Orion</span><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Well, our little tardy posse certainly has a flair for dramatics. Suppose I contribute as much as anyone else . . . Should probably try and avoid that from now.</span><br/>He thought, mentally chiding himself for getting so involved in the argument. The fury of Rache's tirade had flickered out as suddenly as it had erupted, leaving Orion with many questions about his colleagues. Kyr seemed determined to defend the pointless fight, although Orion felt he may have kindled that flame with his overtness regarding Silum. This he was not sure what to make of, and when she stormed out he watched her leave followed by Rache and then glanced to Arcander,<br/>""Did I just start something I'm going to regret later?""<br/>He asked the aspirant with a perplexed look on his face.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Why is this such a serious matter for them? Its not like our opinions actually matter in this situation. They're just dust in the wind</span><br/>He thought and watched as Rache returned from outside.<br/>""Well, you two are certainly well on your way to being the best of friends.""<br/>He replied sardonically and released a wry, semi-confused chuckle."
10794,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=450,2015-07-24T15:12:00,Elysian Kentarchy,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pyrade <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=25377191#p25377191"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Orion</span><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Well, our little tardy posse certainly has a flair for dramatics. Suppose I contribute as much as anyone else . . . Should probably try and avoid that from now.</span><br/>He thought, mentally chiding himself for getting so involved in the argument. The fury of Rache's tirade had flickered out as suddenly as it had erupted, leaving Orion with many questions about his colleagues. Kyr seemed determined to defend the pointless fight, although Orion felt he may have kindled that flame with his overtness regarding Silum. This he was not sure what to make of, and when she stormed out he watched her leave followed by Rache and then glanced to Arcander,<br/>""Did I just start something I'm going to regret later?""<br/>He asked the aspirant with a perplexed look on his face. <br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Why is this such a serious matter for them? Its not like our opinions actually matter in this situation. They're just dust in the wind</span><br/>He thought and watched as Rache returned from outside.<br/>""Well, you two are certainly well on your way to being the best of friends.""<br/>He replied sardonically and released a wry, semi-confused chuckle.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""It is lamentable."" Rache admits calmly. ""For now I think we are irreconcilable. She gave me the impression that she thinks my entire Order is an pack of genocidal maniacs, which I can assure you we do not preach such extreme views, and this I have no choice to respond to that blind condemnation if I don't then I shame my Order. I think... overall we both are only reacting without thinking and that is wrong. So one can only hope that with age we can reconcile but for now I would say I am feuding with her and thus we are to come to blows."" He chuckles derisively. ""In our own ways we are both self-righteous and arrogant, thus we ignore the ideas of compromise since we do not view ourselves as wrong. We are both blind also since we condemn each other without thinking."" He closes his eyes in thought for a few moments and takes a deep breath and bows politely. ""Let me say upfront that I do regret what has happened and I hope that you lot will not think too badly of me."" He looks over at the half giant closes his eyes for a moment and gulps, his hands shaking. ""While I certainly believe that Dragon Worship should be suppressed completely and that it is an abomination and a threat to us all I still have an oath to aid the sick and injured. So if you need medical assistance I would help. I pride myself on my medical training."" He says politely trying to force a smile on his face. On the inside though he is mentally preparing himself for the duel."
10795,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=450,2015-07-24T17:50:00,Zarkenis Ultima,"""S-some way you have of showing that..."" Elsis said with some reproach, eventually allowing herself to loosen the hold she had over her little sister, lessening the strength of her embrace. The flood of emotions, so powerful and raw and pure, had subsided a little by now, and the girl with coral red hair could think a little more clearly, could control her actions a bit more, and so, she eventually pulled away from Juna, staring at the younger girl straight in the eye. Her own eyes, though a bit red from the tears she had shed, were not otherwise too wet, most likely because most of the tears had been dried in Juna's shoulder. Now that she was more in control of herself, she realized how she had been verbally abusing her sister even though she had apologized several times already, and felt guilty for it. But then she thought of how Juna didn't seem to mind, how she seemed to understand, and she neither could nor wanted to stop her lips from forming into a smile. Her little sister had always been a kind soul, and even though it had earned her many a beating and plenty of shame, she kept it up, not caring what the others said. In that regard, Elsis admired her.<br/><br/>""I'm... I apologize too, for everything I said back then. And especially for telling you to... to..."" The girl trailed off at the end, leaving the meaning of the sentence up for interpretation, though Juna likely knew what she meant. ""You're my little sister, and I'm sorry for not always being there for you. I'm just happy that we can leave all this behind us."" She smiled, drawing Juna into another quick hug before letting her go for good. Afterwards, however, she quickly wiped her eyes and looked around warily. ""Um... No one saw us out here, right?""<br/><hr/><br/><br/>Arcander shook his head at Orion. ""While your comments certainly might have prompted some of the students to bring forth their opinions on the matter of the prisoner, I would not put the whole of the blame on you. In any case, I hope everyone can learn to leave this behind soon. I would certainly hope that tensions between you new recruits will not scale to these heights very often"" The white-haired aspirant stated, before looking at Rache.<br/><br/>However, before he or Silum could say anything in response to the recruit's words, something happened. Everyone in the cave, as well as those outside, could clearly hear the sound of approaching Pegasii. Cyranis, who had been standing outside the exit she had made for the other students to exit the cavern more comfortably, met the two soldiers that had arrived to take away the prisoner. The three of them descended to the cavern, ignoring the students as they headed towards the chamber with the dragon skull. The soldiers, despite being veterans, were evidently taken aback at the sight of such a terrifying relic, but they quickly recovered and approached the half-giant woman, who simply stood up defeated, allowing herself to be taken away by the two soldiers as they headed back towards their Pegasii in order to take off.<br/><br/>Sapphira, meanwhile, addressed everyone in both chambers, her voice being carried throughout the whole cavern.<br/><br/>""Alright students, we will be heading back to the Ocean Gazer now. The Gladians were kind enough to bring us a few extra Pegasii from the resort, so there should be enough for everyone to ride back comfortably. Now then, get to it everyone. I'll be waiting."" She stated.<br/><br/>Upon hearing these words, Arcander looked at his group. ""You heard the professor."" He said, before walking over to Aressa, who was still unconscious, and carefully picking her up, sliding one arm under her legs and the other past her back in order to carry her outside. He then began walking towards the exit, slowly moving across the cave, careful not to make any abrupt movements for her sake. She could probably take this and more, he reasoned, considering she had fought against a pair of heathen warriors with some degree of success, but even then, he figured it cost him nothing to spare her some discomfort whenever possible.<br/><br/>As he walked outside, however, he felt her stir in his arms, and looked down, noticing her opening her shimmering gray eyes ever so slightly.<br/><br/>""You're pretty happy, aren't you?"" She said with a faint voice.<br/><br/>""Whatever could that mean, I wonder?"" Arcander replied with a sheepish grin on his face. Aressa chuckled softly.<br/><br/>""Smooth bastard..."" She mumbled, before shifting ever so slightly in his arms, leaning her head against his chest and going back to sleep.<br/><br/>Finally reaching the Pegasii, which were parked just outside the cavern, Arcander walked up to the winged vehicle that was next to Kyrissa's, carefully placing Aressa on the passenger seat, silently thanking Aradain that these Pegasii happened to be the kind that did, in fact, have passenger seats. He then got seated himself, before turning to Kyrissa. ""Is everything alright between you and Rache, Kyr?"" He asked, not quite aware of the duel that had already been arranged between the two of them."
10796,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=450,2015-07-24T20:15:00,Ularn,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><del>K</del></span>YRISSA</span>sniffed and lifted a finger to the eye nearest Arcander as though removing something from it. ""They will be tomorrow,"" she replied emotionlessly, ""One way or another. He challenged me to a duel; I've accepted.""<br/><span style=""margin-left: 50px;""></span>Her words were clipped; curt. Internally Kyr was still trying to sift through everything that had happened and reconcile it with what Gin had told her. At the back of her mind was also the knowledge that she was in way over her head. She needed to find a second for one thing, in a place where she knew no-one. How was that supposed to work?<span style=""font-style: italic"">Hey, I just met you and this is crazy, but I'm duelling tomorrow; be my second maybe?""</span>. Kyr would have laughed aloud at the thought if she still had any sense of humour left. At least she could hope that Rache was having the same problem."
10797,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=450,2015-07-24T22:51:00,Saleon,"Kal listened as both Rache and Kyr argued. Soon it became obvious both was inciting each to a duel. Kal had a couple of incidents fighting in duels. Against his own knights of the order, or others. He didn't agree to twisting each other's hands to war, but he'd picked a side. Rache'd principles were far from right. Presumptuous, violent, spiteful. His code, impartiality, kindness to a fault, rationality over emotions.<br/><br/>As he walked to the chariots, he paid attention to Kyr, who seemed to be putting up a front. She was acting confident at this point, and he has always been good at reading people. ""As the rules for a duel go, you need a second, meet me in the porch overlooking the banquet hall,"" he said while passing by her. He knew this was the better choice."
10798,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=450,2015-07-25T01:07:00,Pyrade,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Orion</span><br/>Orion listened to about a third of Rache's speech, finding his attentions drawn elsewhere as the announcement to move sounded. He felt sorely tempted to remind Rache that he was the one who had blatantly called for an execution but thought better of it, hoping to avoid further complications. He paused outside the cave, giving him some space to think alone before they took off.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">They're pretty . . . Different</span><br/>He thought, amongst dozens of other thoughts. He found it hard to believe just how easily they accepted death and violence. But he would just have to live with that. He rejoined the group, mounting his pegasus and raising an eyebrow when he heard of the duel from Kal speaking to Kyrissa,<br/>""So that's what he meant by come to blows . . . He could have just said you two were dueling, I hardly have need for his whole speech.""<br/>Orion said with a chuckle and an amused shake of his head.<br/>""Well, I don't think it makes much difference, but I hope you are victorious. The laws can't be ignored like that. . .""<br/>He said to Kyr and leaned back on the pegasus, waiting for the group to take off."
10799,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=450,2015-07-25T14:30:00,Elysian Kentarchy,"Rache looks over his Pegasus and sighs. ""Machinery like this is impressive. I will have to do research in my spare time."" He notices the glares he gets from some people but all he does is mutter under his breath. ""They may hate and persecute me but as long as I know I am repentant I am satisfied. In fact I would't have issued the challenge to Kyr if it wasn't for her insults to my Order. Her actions to me are blind and arrogant."" As he always does he closes his eyes and finds his center. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">A Second will be hard to find but I will deal with it when the time comes.</span>"" He thinks. ""I think I will meditate more when I get back. Reflection is important."""
10800,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=450,2015-07-25T17:21:00,Atlannia,"""Things are certainly getting heated over there,"" remarked Alfenn to Jynna, amplifying his hearing with magic to catch the majority of the exchange. ""I wouldn't have thought anyone would resort to a duel this quickly."" Raising his hand to a chin Alfenn mulled over the facts. Kerembor was certainly correct that killing an unarmed prisoner was, at the very least unethical and forbidden. But he disliked the haste with which she had resorted to slandering Olderen's order. Most of the students here were from the Phantom Blade and an order as prestigious and powerful as that was to a certain extent immune from criticism. For those from a smaller order however defending its honour was often a personal duty.<span style=""font-style: italic"">If someone insulted the Black Cups...Mm I'd have to challenge them, it wouldn't even be a question.</span><br/><br/>With a soft sigh Alfenn stood up and brushed himself off. ""I'm sorry Jynna, as much I'd rather be with you, I'm afraid my curiosity’s been pricked and I won't be able rest until it's satisfied,"" With that he offered her a warm smile and left, heading over to where Rache was standing.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Elysian Kentarchy <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=25395367#p25395367"">wrote</a>:</cite>Rache looks over his Pegasus and sighs. ""Machinery like this is impressive. I will have to do research in my spare time."" He notices the glares he gets from some people but all he does is mutter under his breath. ""They may hate and persecute me but as long as I know I am repentant I am satisfied. In fact I wouldn’t have issued the challenge to Kyr if it wasn't for her insults to my Order. Her actions to me are blind and arrogant."" As he always does he closes his eyes and finds his centre. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">A Second will be hard to find but I will deal with it when the time comes.</span>"" He thinks. ""I think I will meditate more when I get back. Reflection is important.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>As soon as he was close enough to be heard Alfenn announced himself by clearing his throat.<br/><br/>""We haven't been introduced,"" he said, studying the other student carefully. ""I'm Alfenn Cortagne. Listen I overheard most of that and while it's not really any of my business I wouldn't mind acting as your second if you don't have anyone else in mind."""
10801,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=450,2015-07-25T18:08:00,Ularn,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 300%; line-height: 116%;""><del>T</del></span>HERE</span>was no time for Kyrissa to ask Kal what he meant for he was gone a moment later, mounting one of the pegasi delivered by the Gladian knights and leaving her a little perplexed. At the same time her morbid thoughts subsid just a little. It sounded as though she had a second. Possibly. Kal seemed to be one of the good ones; he had chastised Rache himself in the moments before Kyr had entirely lost her temper.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>Orion lived in the same ger as Kal. For all that he apparently took his pacifism to extremes, he was honourable and obeyed the Laws. Had she bothered to think about it, Kyr knew he would have supported her cause if not her conduct but it was a boost to her confidence all the same to hear him say it. ""Thank you,"" she said, just loud enough to he heard over the purring drives of their idling pegasi.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>Orion was also wrong; this had nothing to do with the Laws anymore. Rache had taken Kyr's attack on his own depravity as an attack on his order and she had simply been glad of the opportunity to duel the snake for his barely recanted remark on her own honour. She had not actually insulted the Order of the Chalice itself, had she? Kyr definitely had her own grave concerns about any order that could produce something like Rache but she thought she had kept them to herself. Had she said something? She could barely remember the exact words she might have used with Rache in her rage.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>And after what he had said to provoke her, Kyr did not much care."
10802,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=450,2015-07-25T21:14:00,Elysian Kentarchy,"<blockquote><div><cite>Atlannia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=25397691#p25397691"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Things are certainly getting heated over there,"" remarked Alfenn to Jynna, amplifying his hearing with magic to catch the majority of the exchange. ""I wouldn't have thought anyone would resort to a duel this quickly."" Raising his hand to a chin Alfenn mulled over the facts. Kerembor was certainly correct that killing an unarmed prisoner was, at the very least unethical and forbidden. But he disliked the haste with which she had resorted to slandering Olderen's order. Most of the students here were from the Phantom Blade and an order as prestigious and powerful as that was to a certain extent immune from criticism. For those from a smaller order however defending its honour was often a personal duty. <span style=""font-style: italic"">If someone insulted the Black Cups...Mm I'd have to challenge them, it wouldn't even be a question.</span> <br/><br/>With a soft sigh Alfenn stood up and brushed himself off. ""I'm sorry Jynna, as much I'd rather be with you, I'm afraid my curiosity’s been pricked and I won't be able rest until it's satisfied,"" With that he offered her a warm smile and left, heading over to where Rache was standing. <br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Elysian Kentarchy <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=25395367#p25395367"">wrote</a>:</cite>Rache looks over his Pegasus and sighs. ""Machinery like this is impressive. I will have to do research in my spare time."" He notices the glares he gets from some people but all he does is mutter under his breath. ""They may hate and persecute me but as long as I know I am repentant I am satisfied. In fact I wouldn’t have issued the challenge to Kyr if it wasn't for her insults to my Order. Her actions to me are blind and arrogant."" As he always does he closes his eyes and finds his centre. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">A Second will be hard to find but I will deal with it when the time comes.</span>"" He thinks. ""I think I will meditate more when I get back. Reflection is important.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>As soon as he was close enough to be heard Alfenn announced himself by clearing his throat. <br/><br/>""We haven't been introduced,"" he said, studying the other student carefully. ""I'm Alfenn Cortagne. Listen I overheard most of that and while it's not really any of my business I wouldn't mind acting as your second if you don't have anyone else in mind.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Rache Olderen."" He says politely. ""And to be frank having someone volunteer to be my second would be a life saver since I had no one else in mind. But if you don't mind me asking why? Unless you would much rather not say of course. I would be grateful either way."" He takes careful pains to ensure his speech is as straight to the point as possible."
10803,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=450,2015-07-25T22:36:00,Atlannia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Elysian Kentarchy <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=25400906#p25400906"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Rache Olderen."" He says politely. ""And to be frank having someone volunteer to be my second would be a life saver since I had no one else in mind. But if you don't mind me asking why? Unless you would much rather not say of course. I would be grateful either way."" He takes careful pains to ensure his speech is as straight to the point as possible.<br/></div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Why indeed?"" said Alfenn thoughtfully. ""I suppose I can see where you're coming from more than most. Being from one of the more isolated orders where we have to deal with heathens more frequently it's... a little harder to have sympathy for them,"" he glanced back towards the cavern where most of the students were still resting, his gaze lingering in particular on one tall, blonde haired girl. ""People could have died here if things had gone badly. Beisdes I don't like leaving loose ends lying around. If I'm being honest though I'm volounteering out curiousity more than anything else. I'm curious to see how this will all play out and seconds normally get the best view of everything,"""
10804,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=450,2015-07-25T23:38:00,Elysian Kentarchy,"<blockquote><div><cite>Atlannia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=25401777#p25401777"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Elysian Kentarchy <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=25400906#p25400906"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Rache Olderen."" He says politely. ""And to be frank having someone volunteer to be my second would be a life saver since I had no one else in mind. But if you don't mind me asking why? Unless you would much rather not say of course. I would be grateful either way."" He takes careful pains to ensure his speech is as straight to the point as possible.<br/></div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Why indeed?"" said Alfenn thoughtfully. ""I suppose I can see where you're coming from more than most. Being from one of the more isolated orders where we have to deal with heathens more frequently it's... a little harder to have sympathy for them,"" he glanced back towards the cavern where most of the students were still resting, his gaze lingering in particular on one tall, blonde haired girl. ""People could have died here if things had gone badly. Beisdes I don't like leaving loose ends lying around. If I'm being honest though I'm volounteering out curiousity more than anything else. I'm curious to see how this will all play out and seconds normally get the best view of everything,""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Rache nods a little. ""To me that is a perfectly understandable reason."" He thinks for a moment. ""I would be glad to have you as my Second if you so choose."" He sighs. ""I thank you for this."""
10805,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=450,2015-07-26T15:55:00,Zarkenis Ultima,"Arcander looked at Kyr for a moment and then shook his head. The white-haired aspirant was about to speak his disapproval for the way that the two had chosen to settle their differences, but decided against it in the last minute. ""If that's how you've decided to address the problems between you two, then so be it. Just make sure not to kill each other, or I'm fairly sure Cyranis will have the head of whoever survives."" He stated, before turning his gaze back to the path before him.<br/><br/>Not too long after that, the group of students under Arcander's guide headed back towards the resort in their Pegasii, accompanied by the rest of group A-36, including the Salasanger sisters who had finally made peace with each other, and the aspirant in charge of them. As there was no longer any sense of urgency or need for immediate action, the journey back took a bit more time, since the students were no longer pushing the engines of their mounts to their limits in order to move faster. Regardless, it would not take long until they were back at the Ocean Gazer.<br/><br/>Halfway through the journey, Arcander heard someone stir behind him and smiled lightly.<br/><br/>""So are you awake for real this time?"" He asked. There was a yawn from behind.<br/><br/>""It's a bit difficult to sleep with the roar of Pegasus engines blaring all around you."" The red-haired aspirant on the passenger seat replied. Arcander nodded.<br/><br/>""I suppose that's true."" He conceded, before speaking again. ""Will you be alright?"" He asked afterwards, concern in his voice.<br/><br/>""Don't worry, I'll live. Maintaining that spell took a lot out of me, and I don't think I'll be able to fight like that for the rest of the day, but all things considered, I'm fine. I've rested enough to at least enjoy the rest of the day."" Aressa replied, before lightly punching Arcander's shoulder even as he manuevered the Pegasus through the forest. ""But it's always nice to see you looking out for me."" At that comment, Arcander chuckled.<br/><br/>""We're partners after all."" The healer replied. ""Anyway, I'm glad you're up. You can meet our new charges once we get back.""<br/><br/>Hearing this, Aressa paused, looking around. Indeed, there were some faces she didn't recognize among them, including one particular girl with red skin and plenty of tattoos and bits of metal on her skin. She blinked once, tearing her gaze away from the girl.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""More?""</span>She asked, but Arcander shrugged.<br/><br/>""It's your grand-uncle's doing, not mine. Cyranis brought them."" He responded. A slight frown appeared on Aressa's face, but she ignored the comment.<br/><br/>The rest of the journey went by silently.<br/><hr/><br/><br/>After the students had arrived at the Ocean Gazer, Arcander brought them back to the suite and everyone got settled. Some hours passed, and it was currently time for dinner. There was a knock on the door of the suite, and as the white-haired aspirant opened the door only to find the staff of the Ocean Gazer rolling in one of those little hotel carts with a lot of food, which they promptly set up in a table in the middle of the living room with astounding dexterity before rolling back out. There was more than enough food to feed all of the hungry youths in the group, certainly, and of quite a variety, too.<br/><br/>""Food's here!"" Arcander called out."
10806,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=450,2015-07-26T22:26:00,Saleon,"Kal sat at the table set up by the staff, this time closer to everyone else, yet still distant. His feelings of unpleasantness were only slightly diffused at the presence of food. Of course he didn't know what food, as he lived on the outskirts of the system, but food nevertheless.<br/><br/>He showed a skilled hand with a fork and knives, though they were rather relaxed than refined, more akin to somebody being forced to show manners, yet knowing it and slightly rebelling against such confines. Each cut sliced through the food he did not know. He could have taken to a simpler meal, like that of a miner, or something closer to home. But it didn't taste bad just not what he was used to.<br/><br/>He soon ordered some wine to compliment his meal. He did not receive it. He silently argued with the waiter, but soon resigned to whatever. He received something close, although non-alcoholic. A red juice with a tinge of orange bubbles. He took it, rather liked it, and calmed himself.<br/><br/>After making small talk with some of his classmates, he headed to the porch near the living room. It was quite elaborate, and had a picturesque view. The sky, as he described, had a newest feel akin to a bright cotton in orange and red.<br/><br/>He looked out further, placing his arms on the railing, and awaiting Kyr with a proposition. He didn't have much of a goal set out, but at least he could talk more in peivate, about the duel, and how he feels of it. Also hoping she figured out this was where it was."
10807,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=450,2015-07-26T23:25:00,Ularn,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 300%; line-height: 116%;""><del>S</del></span>HE</span>was still full from the banquet, Kyrissa reasoned as she picked at her food from the furthest corner of the room from Rache and pointedly avoided making eye contact with him. She had filled a plate with small round flatbreads probably meant as part of an appetiser and then piled the edges with various dips and sauces. On Amazla, such a dish could constitute an entire meal between friends knelt around the low table in the centre of the ger, chatting until well into the night while sampling from the array of spiced sauces and meats, using the flatbread as both plate and cutlery.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>Kyr's effort seemed a poor imitation compared to such colourful banquets but it reminded her of home and that was what she needed most right now. Once her plate was empty, she had eventually returned to the table while Rache's attention was drawn elsewhere and quickly replenished it with the stronger sauces before retreating once more to her corner.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>She made a halfhearted attempt to catch the attention of some of her peers but there was little effort behind it and anything in Rache's vicinity represented a massive no-go area. She saw Kal leave and go out onto the veranda where she had stood that afternoon just before being summoned by Miss Cyrannis. It was not the banquet hall balcony but Kyr suspected he was making do and followed him.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>The night was chillier than the day but Kyr had changed out of her light sleeveless banyan into a set of warm, comfortable old robes after showering when they got back from the forest. The moon cast violet reflections on the sea like a mirage on the desert horizon. The wall around the balcony's edge was wide and flat so Kyr set her plate down there next to Kal and propped her chin up in a scarlet palm while studying the ocean. Before leaving Amazla, such vast bodies of water were things with which she could count her encounters on one gold trimmed hand.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>She wondered how to start a conversation with Kal. The two had never spoken together before that afternoon and she knew next to nothing about him besides his name. On the other hand, something was apparently making inn consider acting as her second. Alfenn had already volunteered to be Rache's but Kyr doubted that had anything to do with it.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>If Kal was going to be her second though, he deserved to know about her doubts, so in the end Kyr decided to go with honesty and simply asked, ""Do you ever feel like you might be making a huge mistake, but you don't know how to stop yourself making it?"""
10808,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=450,2015-07-26T23:44:00,Saleon,"<blockquote><div><cite>Ularn <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=25415591#p25415591"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 300%; line-height: 116%;""><del>S</del></span>HE</span> was still full from the banquet, Kyrissa reasoned as she picked at her food from the furthest corner of the room from Rache and pointedly avoided making eye contact with him. She had filled a plate with small round flatbreads probably meant as part of an appetiser and then piled the edges with various dips and sauces. On Amazla, such a dish could constitute an entire meal between friends knelt around the low table in the centre of the ger, chatting until well into the night while sampling from the array of spiced sauces and meats, using the flatbread as both plate and cutlery.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>Kyr's effort seemed a poor imitation compared to such colourful banquets but it reminded her of home and that was what she needed most right now. Once her plate was empty, she had eventually returned to the table while Rache's attention was drawn elsewhere and quickly replenished it with the stronger sauces before retreating once more to her corner.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>She made a halfhearted attempt to catch the attention of some of her peers but there was little effort behind it and anything in Rache's vicinity represented a massive no-go area. She saw Kal leave and go out onto the veranda where she had stood that afternoon just before being summoned by Miss Cyrannis. It was not the banquet hall balcony but Kyr suspected he was making do and followed him.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>The night was chillier than the day but Kyr had changed out of her light sleeveless banyan into a set of warm, comfortable old robes after showering when they got back from the forest. The moon cast violet reflections on the sea like a mirage on the desert horizon. The wall around the balcony's edge was wide and flat so Kyr set her plate down there next to Kal and propped her chin up in a scarlet palm while studying the ocean. Before leaving Amazla, such vast bodies of water were things with which she could count her encounters on one gold trimmed hand.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>She wondered how to start a conversation with Kal. The two had never spoken together before that afternoon and she knew next to nothing about him besides his name. On the other hand, something was apparently making inn consider acting as her second. Alfenn had already volunteered to be Rache's but Kyr doubted that had anything to do with it.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>If Kal was going to be her second though, he deserved to know about her doubts, so in the end Kyr decided to go with honesty and simply asked, ""Do you ever feel like you might be making a huge mistake, but you don't know how to stop yourself making it?""</div></blockquote>""I try not to,"" he responded, ""have I done stupid things? yes, but I steam on ahead."" He pulled his hands down from the railing, and turned around.<br/><br/>He saw her hesitation while passing her, and knew that it was better to calm her down than begin his offer.""I find such hesitance to be worse than picking the wrong fights. I'm a gambler by nature, and while I'd rather live a simpler life, I find everything has a meaning, and everye has a purpose,"" he added, ""though you might see it as wishful thinking.""<br/><br/>He stepped closer to her and raised his hand toward her, offering to shake her hand. ""Names Kal'Kul Mathel, but Most people call me Kal,"" he greeted, realising he never made a full introduction to her. Not counting the slight one made in the cave."
10809,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=450,2015-07-27T03:19:00,Ularn,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">""<del>I</del></span></span>have an uncle who told me something similar, once. He said doing the wrong thing now's better than remembering the right thing when it's all over,"" Kyrissa commented, smiling more easily than she expected at the memory; she had followed Uncle Uhrann's advice nearly word-perfectly this afternoon. She was also smiling with relief that Kal had not rebuked her for having doubts. ""Admittedly he was talking about sword parries at the time but I guess it can work in other contexts,"" she admitted as an afterthought.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>""Kyrissa Kerembor,"" she added after Kal had also formally introduced himself. His was one more name she had already learned in passing already, but it would have been presumptuous to use it before now. ""I know you were there when we did the whole name and shame thing back at the cave but, y'know, since we're doing this formally now..."" She shrugged, still smiling, and flicked her head to one side so that her side parted fringe fell off to one side instead of obscuring half her face.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>She hesitated before asking the question. What if he said no? What if she had made some kind of mistake? What if Kal really had no intention of being her second and this was some kind of elaborate ploy by Rache to humiliated her? The idea was ridiculous - borderline impossible, even - and yet...<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>...And yet she had no alternative. Kyr needed a second and Kal was the only one offering - almost the only student besides Rache that she had even spoken to so far. Time to bite the blade. Kyr's smile faded a little and she asked Kal, ""So what did you want to talk to me about?"""
10810,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=450,2015-07-27T03:27:00,Charmera,"Jyn sat down at the table. Thanking Arcander for telling her that the food was ready and sat down, making sure there was a space for Alfenn should he desire to sit next to her again, which caused some confusion for both Vyna and Jonran, who both had no idea about the last minute romance that had bloomed between Alfenn and Jyn. For all intents and purposes they both thought they were just good friends, though the usually acute and perceptive Vyna might have been letting her judgement be clouded, though Jonran definitely could note something. And had his suspicions.<br/><br/>Meanwhile Juna sat down to another student. She sighed. She was content and happy for the first time in weeks. She had made up with her sister, repairing a bond that was so important in her life. Though Elsis' question did bug her. Why did she let loose like that? Even with Elsis goading her, she should have kept her cool. Though then again, she supposed if she kept obsessing over it it would be bad. There were still unresolved issues, but those were for later. She turned to the student next to her. ""So. I'm Juna."" She introduced herself without being asked. ""What would your name happen to be? Sorry, I'm new and I didn't really talk to anyone."""
10811,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=450,2015-07-27T12:09:00,Saleon,"<blockquote><div><cite>Ularn <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=25416537#p25416537"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>""Kyrissa Kerembor,"" she added after Kal had also formally introduced himself. His was one more name she had already learned in passing already, but it would have been presumptuous to use it before now. ""I know you were there when we did the whole name and shame thing back at the cave but, y'know, since we're doing this formally now..."" She shrugged, still smiling, and flicked her head to one side so that her side parted fringe fell off to one side instead of obscuring half her face.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>She hesitated before asking the question. What if he said no? What if she had made some kind of mistake? What if Kal really had no intention of being her second and this was some kind of elaborate ploy by Rache to humiliated her? The idea was ridiculous - borderline impossible, even - and yet...<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>...And yet she had no alternative. Kyr needed a second and Kal was the only one offering - almost the only student besides Rache that she had even spoken to so far. Time to bite the blade. Kyr's smile faded a little and she asked Kal, ""So what did you want to talk to me about?""</div></blockquote><br/>""right,"" Kal said while wiping away his smile, ""I've decided this for many reasons: I do not agree with his principles, He treats lawless like second class citizens, he wishes rather to interrogate a traumatized girl than help her. Whereas many other share his sentiments, and in almost every order will you find someone as violent, I still cannot accept his rationale. The dragon war was violent, but it is a violent war that is over. I will look rationally, not becoming be violent over a grudge that I've never been a part of, and I wouldn't be violent even if I had.""<br/><br/>""my second reason,"" he continued while regaining a smile, ""is, and by no means is this bad, but I think it'll be a fun match to watch. You two may hate each other, and I have my own predisposition of Rache based on his actions, but it isn't my fighy, but it won't be a dull fight either. Do your best."" He paused, ""and then I'll do my best at being a second."""
10812,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=450,2015-07-27T13:05:00,Pyrade,"<blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=25416561#p25416561"">wrote</a>:</cite>Meanwhile Juna sat down to another student. She sighed. She was content and happy for the first time in weeks. She had made up with her sister, repairing a bond that was so important in her life. Though Elsis' question did bug her. Why did she let loose like that? Even with Elsis goading her, she should have kept her cool. Though then again, she supposed if she kept obsessing over it it would be bad. There were still unresolved issues, but those were for later. She turned to the student next to her. ""So. I'm Juna."" She introduced herself without being asked. ""What would your name happen to be? Sorry, I'm new and I didn't really talk to anyone.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Orion turned and looked at Juna with a chuckle.<br/>""Oh don't worry, I'm also new. My name's Orion Kaladran, from Telcaron.""<br/>He replied jovially. The feast far outdid what he was used to on his homeplanet. Although he found the food rather unexciting in some ways. The plants didn't glow for one. And this meat thing was odd, but absolutely wonderful. On Telcaron, the mere idea of eating a Tunnel Crawler or an Erdkis Wyrm was enough to make even the most hardened of stomach's a little queasy, instead they got their protein from a multitude of underground plant mutations and an odd mineral ore nicknamed Soft Rock that formed in the planet's crust, containing lattice structures characteristic of carbohydrates along with interwoven layers of protein. The planet's warm mantle made a perfect home for many reptilian creatures unlike those seen anywhere else in the galaxy. Of course, tales of the Radiant Palm defeating strangely large or unusual versions of these beasts were so common there was even a set of writings dedicated to the stories.<br/>""Its a pleasure to make your acquaintance Juna. Do you have meat like this on your planet? Its my first time eating it to be honest.""<br/>He said with a chuckle, although he was going to miss Arlatran Vines. Their bioluminescent sap was exceptionally sweet and a main ingredient in a favoured planetary brew known as Chaotic Sun Cider. Suitable for children and adults alike, with fizz and amazing sweetness as well as the characteristic, shifting luminescent colours. He rerailed his train of thought to the conversation at hand, smiling cheerfully,<br/>""Were you on the delayed shuttle as well? I don't recall seeing you there, but I think I slept through most of it. Solar storms are not my idea of a fun ride.""<br/>He said calmly, despite his excitement caused by the discovery of meat, he was still aware of the need to not seem like an incompetent child."
10813,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=475,2015-07-27T14:25:00,Esternial,"<blockquote><div><cite>Zarkenis Ultima <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=25411166#p25411166"">wrote</a>:</cite>After the students had arrived at the Ocean Gazer, Arcander brought them back to the suite and everyone got settled. Some hours passed, and it was currently time for dinner. There was a knock on the door of the suite, and as the white-haired aspirant opened the door only to find the staff of the Ocean Gazer rolling in one of those little hotel carts with a lot of food, which they promptly set up in a table in the middle of the living room with astounding dexterity before rolling back out. There was more than enough food to feed all of the hungry youths in the group, certainly, and of quite a variety, too.<br/><br/>""Food's here!"" Arcander called out.</div></blockquote><br/>Ritz heard Arcander's call through the sound of rushing water as it rushed down from the showerhead. She was plenty clean already, but the sensation of the water raining down onto her skin felt reinvigorating, a welcome relaxation after the exhaustion her body went through. Her body still felt sore, her muscles tingling each time she ran her hand across her bare skin, ever so gently. It made her feel weak. The lingering sensation in her body would be a permanent reminder, a motivator to keep honing her abilities, a warning to treat her power with due diligence.<br/><br/>The water stopped with a simple hand gesture, and Ritz wrapped a towel around her body as she used another to dry her hair, trying to move her arms and legs as little as possible, each movement causing faint but nonetheless noticeable pain.<br/><br/>When she emerged from the bathroom, she had her towel firmly wrapped around her, safely secured to avoid any mishaps. Ritz was never very committed to proper dress codes, and preferred not to wear anything at all when she could afford it, a lifestyle choice her parents never approved of, but tolerated - albeit begrudgingly. ""A noblewoman shouldn't be so indecent"" They often said, scolding her in an attempt to teach her proper manners.<br/><br/>It never quite managed to catch on.<br/><br/>""Looks good."" Ritz commented on the food, absent-mindedly, thoughts still lingering on memories of back home. She tugged her towel to ensure it was fastened properly before joining the others at the table, carefully collecting the few locks of her champagne-pink hair that were draped across her chest and collected it behind her back. Her hair was quite long - most of it reached down to her hips and further, and when damp it seemed even longer. It had a habit of getting in the way, but Ritz adored it.<br/><br/>If anything, Ritz did have proper table manners, despite the fact she was wearing nothing more than a towel while dining. Her parents would have considered it a small victory. Her body was screaming for nourishment, but the young lady calmly and gracefully plated herself a modest meal: a salad with some pasta, accompanied with a fragrant cheese - the smell was familiar and aroused her appetite - along with some nuts and dried fruit. A dab of honey added a final sweet touch to her dish."
10814,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=475,2015-07-27T23:55:00,Ularn,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">""<del>I</del></span></span>will,"" Kyrissa promised with a genuine smile and stopped attempting to grasp a cube of some sort of stake with her flatbread to fix her golden eyes properly on Kal. She was actually happier knowing he had a purely selfish ulterior motive behind a simple regard for the laws, although she could not explain why. Maybe it was simply the honesty that she liked. Plenty of knights would have kept their personal feelings personal if only for maintaining their valiant and honourable aura.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>She actually admitted that her second was kind of good looking as well. Obviously older and more developed than any of her cousins she knew around her own age group, his skin was just a little lighter than Kyr's was without the dye. His slender eyes and narrow, angular jawline seemed delicate yet firmly set in spite of it; guarded. Altogether it was not a friendly face but it was a trustworthy one, she decided.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>""You'll need to talk to Alfenn ,since I heard he's Rache's second,"" she explained. ""I don't care where the duel happens, so go ahead and use your own ideas or whatever Alfenn suggests, if it seems reasonable. As for weapons, I'm choosing swords. I saw Rache carrying one so he must know how to use it. Magic..."" she trailed off into thought once more.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>This had been a tricky decision. Kyr had no idea of Rache's powers or his command with them but she knew her own greatest strength lay in her pyromancy, which not even her mother could find fault with. Allowing magic would therefore likely give her an advantage but doing it for that reason alone would be cowardly. On the other hand it was possible Rache would opt to make it a blood duel. That was his right as the challenger while Kyr had the option of location, weapons and magic, though the way Rache seemed to disdain the whole business suggested he was leaning more towards ending the duel at 'well-beaten'. After the insult Kyr was supposed to have delivered against his order, soundly beating an opponent into submission with training swords was the least dangerous option he could really select without risking ridicule. If he did decide that they should draw blood to decide the victor then the duel would use real blades and could be over much faster. In that case, Kyr wanted her flames and her shields.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>""As for magic, see what Alfenn says,"" she decided, ""If Rache's decided to make it a bloodless duel, we'll settle it with blades alone. If he wants to fight to first blood or past that, we'll use magic as well. Sound alright?"""
10815,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=475,2015-07-28T13:05:00,Saleon,"<blockquote><div><cite>Ularn <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=25428176#p25428176"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>""As for magic, see what Alfenn says,"" she decided, ""If Rache's decided to make it a bloodless duel, we'll settle it with blades alone. If he wants to fight to first blood or past that, we'll use magic as well. Sound alright?""</div></blockquote><br/>""got it,"" he said while making a formal bow and a slightly silly smile, ""madamoiselle.""<br/><br/>He put on his glasses, which he often took off when enjoying the scenery, or talking with him. He says it is so he can look at the world for what it is, without things interfering. it was a small thing, but he liked it.<br/><br/>He entered back into the dining hall.<span style=""font-style: italic"">now where is his second?</span>He looked around before finding a waiter. After finding a red fruity drink with orange bubbles, he continued looking from the back of the room on looking the porch."
10816,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=475,2015-07-28T19:10:00,Elysian Kentarchy,"Rache has barely touched the food on his plate instead he is thinking.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""The past... I know what I have done and I am aware that such a sin must be punished. That is why I know that I will not allow myself to forget. I am a Rememberer. Therefore I shall remember.</span>"" He sighs and looks around the room briefly and takes in the looks he gets. The ones from the Phantom Blade look at him with contempt while those from the more isolated Orders gives him nods of understanding, but as it is he is sitting all alone.<br/><br/>Feeling in a reminiscent mood he opens a locket containing a picture of five people three boys and two girls, one of them is clearly a younger Rache. He smiles kindly at the picture. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">'We are the few who remain. Each of us must embody the Order with our very actions, our very existance. For we are the Order of the Chalice, our very essences and beings are such, the Order is its knights and its knights are the Order.' Isn't that what you said Brother? Though that was probably another one of your lies but, as always, I can't help but agree, an insult against one is an insult against us all, is an insult against the Order.</span>"" He sighs though he makes note of Kyr making sure to avoid looking at him. ""I do not blame her but I wonder how the duel will turn out."" He pats his sword and says to it. ""What do you think Solace?"" He knows he won't get a response though. The AI in it went dormant shortly after the death of the White Demon and hasn't awoken since. For all intents and purposes now it is just a well made sword. He chuckles sadly. ""Even our weapons have decayed as our Order has, it is so lamentable.""<br/><br/>He sighs again and sets the open locket on the table. ""But now what are the best terms to go with? Honestly I am deeply inclined to go with just until one is well beaten with training weapons. But on the other hand is that enough to satisfy either one of us? I don't want to have the thought that I could have won if I was using a normal sword and I certainly don't want her thinking that. So maybe until the first blood would be best, I hold a severe distaste for it when I am in control but it will allow us to fight to our fullest potential."" He thinks on it for a moment unable to come to a decision. ""Well I guess I should decide the way we decided things at home."" He takes out a flat rock from his pocket, but there are some markings on one side. ""Let us see what fate has in store for us. The marked side means to first blood the flat side means well beaten."" He tosses it up into the air and catches it on the way down and lightly turns it on his wrist. Opening his hand he sees that the marked side is facing up. ""Well I guess that settles it, first blood it is then."" Rache remarks calmly if not a bit distastefully. ""I will tell Alfenn and see what he thinks."" He finishes his mean fairly quickly and wraps the locket around his neck to go look for Alfenn.<br/><br/>""Ah."" He notices Alfenn at a table and takes a seat there. ""Figured I would tell you I decided on my end of things. I have decided on a duel to the first blood."""
10817,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=475,2015-07-29T00:09:00,Ularn,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 300%; line-height: 116%;""><del>K</del></span>YRISSA</span>smiled at Kal'kul as he left, even as she gave a slight, imperceptible wince at his term of address. The Kerembors had never gone in for gender-based honorifics; many if not most of their greatest heroes had been women. From Arche Iatanja through Kyr's great-great grandmother Miri who, with her cousin Vaen, fought in the Chalice War and slew a dragon each, down to her own mother Nianja, the Saviour of Iasdrigar, if you were a Kerembor no-one cared what did or did not dangle between your legs; what mattered was whether you were a knight.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>A turn of phrase meant so little however, and it was obvious that not all orders would be quite so stringent with their choice of words. As Kal opened the doors to re-enter the suite, Kyr called out, ""And Kal, thank you. This means a lot to me.""<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>Back inside with a weight off her shoulders, Kyr reconsidered actually talking to her classmates. So far she had made pathetically little effort; she had been distracted, true, but that was her own fault and she could already hear how Gin would chastise her if she let it cause any more damage. Orion was talking to another girl and a little further along from them Ritz sat wearing nothing but a towel! It was not the nudity that shocked Kyr; growing up in a ger left you with very few privacy taboos, but walking around naked in the Tor Desert was only going to end one way and that was third-degree sunburn.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>Kyr sat down between Ritz and Orion and set her plate on the table in front of her. ""Hi,"" she greeted generally and then looked over to Ritz while folding up a flatbread and asked, ""You feeling any better?"""
10818,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=475,2015-07-29T11:49:00,Esternial,"<blockquote><div><cite>Ularn <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=25442162#p25442162"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 300%; line-height: 116%;""><del>K</del></span>YRISSA</span> smiled at Kal'kul as he left, even as she gave a slight, imperceptible wince at his term of address. The Kerembors had never gone in for gender-based honorifics; many if not most of their greatest heroes had been women. From Arche Iatanja through Kyr's great-great grandmother Miri who, with her cousin Vaen, fought in the Chalice War and slew a dragon each, down to her own mother Iatanja, the Saviour of Iasdrigar, if you were a Kerembor no-one cared what did or did not dangle between your legs; what mattered was whether you were a knight.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>A turn of phrase meant so little however, and it was obvious that not all orders would be quite so stringent with their choice of words. As Kal opened the doors to re-enter the suite, Kyr called out, ""And Kal, thank you. This means a lot to me.""<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>Back inside with a weight off her shoulders, Kyr reconsidered actually talking to her classmates. So far she had made pathetically little effort; she had been distracted, true, but that was her own fault and she could already hear how Gin would chastise her if she let it cause any more damage. Orion was talking to another girl and a little further along from them Ritz sat wearing nothing but a towel! It was not the nudity that shocked Kyr; growing up in a ger left you with very few privacy taboos, but walking around naked in the Tor Desert was only going to end one way and that was third-degree sunburn.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>Kyr sat down between Ritz and Orion and set her plate on the table in front of her. ""Hi,"" she greeted generally and then looked over to Ritz while folding up a flatbread and asked, ""You feeling any better?""</div></blockquote><br/>Ritz smiled softly and nodded, chewing down on the cheese she had put into her mouth and swallowing the creamy Limburger before answering.<br/><br/>""Sore, but better. That shower really hit the spot."" She reassured her concerned fellow student.<br/><br/>""Now that I think about it, we haven't made proper introductions yet. My name is Ritz Bathys""<br/><br/>Ritz hadn't been present for the formal introductions, so she still had no idea who all these new students were. Her first impressions were mixed, as her ears caught persistent talk of duels and bloodshed fairly early on. As a young noblewoman that carried the name 'Bathys' she was expected to partake in duels herself - most women from her family were formidable Knights, and their bloodline had been cultivated further by her ancestors. Only formidable warriors stood a chance of earning the hand of the Bathys. Some even spread rumours that Bathys women had inhospitable wombs, their loins conditioned to bear only the strongest and most fit. Ritz considered all of that mere hogwash...probably."
10819,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=475,2015-07-29T20:14:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pyrade <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=25421270#p25421270"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=25416561#p25416561"">wrote</a>:</cite>Meanwhile Juna sat down to another student. She sighed. She was content and happy for the first time in weeks. She had made up with her sister, repairing a bond that was so important in her life. Though Elsis' question did bug her. Why did she let loose like that? Even with Elsis goading her, she should have kept her cool. Though then again, she supposed if she kept obsessing over it it would be bad. There were still unresolved issues, but those were for later. She turned to the student next to her. ""So. I'm Juna."" She introduced herself without being asked. ""What would your name happen to be? Sorry, I'm new and I didn't really talk to anyone.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Orion turned and looked at Juna with a chuckle.<br/>""Oh don't worry, I'm also new. My name's Orion Kaladran, from Telcaron.""<br/>He replied jovially. The feast far outdid what he was used to on his homeplanet. Although he found the food rather unexciting in some ways. The plants didn't glow for one. And this meat thing was odd, but absolutely wonderful. On Telcaron, the mere idea of eating a Tunnel Crawler or an Erdkis Wyrm was enough to make even the most hardened of stomach's a little queasy, instead they got their protein from a multitude of underground plant mutations and an odd mineral ore nicknamed Soft Rock that formed in the planet's crust, containing lattice structures characteristic of carbohydrates along with interwoven layers of protein. The planet's warm mantle made a perfect home for many reptilian creatures unlike those seen anywhere else in the galaxy. Of course, tales of the Radiant Palm defeating strangely large or unusual versions of these beasts were so common there was even a set of writings dedicated to the stories. <br/>""Its a pleasure to make your acquaintance Juna. Do you have meat like this on your planet? Its my first time eating it to be honest.""<br/>He said with a chuckle, although he was going to miss Arlatran Vines. Their bioluminescent sap was exceptionally sweet and a main ingredient in a favoured planetary brew known as Chaotic Sun Cider. Suitable for children and adults alike, with fizz and amazing sweetness as well as the characteristic, shifting luminescent colours. He rerailed his train of thought to the conversation at hand, smiling cheerfully,<br/>""Were you on the delayed shuttle as well? I don't recall seeing you there, but I think I slept through most of it. Solar storms are not my idea of a fun ride.""<br/>He said calmly, despite his excitement caused by the discovery of meat, he was still aware of the need to not seem like an incompetent child.</div></blockquote><br/>""Usaully we did. Though we always had to hunt and kill it ourselves. Though usually my sister did that..."" She shrugged. She then realized The Valiant Fang might have traditions and customs that seem odd to people. Though still she felt shame in having to admit she was practically dependent on her sister for any means of basic survival. It usually reflected badly on herself to admit that back home, but here seemed to be different. She could tell by the lack of disdain and idiot meatheats who tried to beat her up in an attempt to cull or shame the weak.<br/><br/>She was brought back to reality by his question next. ""Yes I was actually. Though admittedly I was rather quiet. So it would make sense that you didn't see me."" June spoke. She then asked a question of her own. ""So... what's your homeworld like? I come from the Valiant Fang... so I'm not really aware of what other orders are like."""
10820,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=475,2015-07-29T22:34:00,Pyrade,"<blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=25452586#p25452586"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Usaully we did. Though we always had to hunt and kill it ourselves. Though usually my sister did that..."" She shrugged. She then realized The Valiant Fang might have traditions and customs that seem odd to people. Though still she felt shame in having to admit she was practically dependent on her sister for any means of basic survival. It usually reflected badly on herself to admit that back home, but here seemed to be different. She could tell by the lack of disdain and idiot meatheats who tried to beat her up in an attempt to cull or shame the weak. <br/><br/>She was brought back to reality by his question next. ""Yes I was actually. Though admittedly I was rather quiet. So it would make sense that you didn't see me."" June spoke. She then asked a question of her own. ""So... what's your homeworld like? I come from the Valiant Fang... so I'm not really aware of what other orders are like.""</div></blockquote><br/>Orion sat back a little, ignoring his plate of food for the time being now that he had successfully devoured more than his fair share of banquet meat.<br/>""Ah, that sounds like a curious training exercise.""<br/>He replied to her first hunting statement and listened quietly to the rest. He smiled and shook his head,<br/>""Don't worry, the Radiant Palm aren't exactly the most explorative bunch either. Well, my homeworld has 2 suns, but the actual planet is too far from them so the surface is frozen solid. We live underground though, geothermal caverns and such. It wasn't easy in the beginning the history books say, but our planet thrives on community I guess. I don't even think the most hardened knights but Aradain himself could survive their alone.""<br/>He said and chuckled as he recalled the hunting thing,<br/>""The creatures living underground are quite unpleasant though, so we don't hunt them. The Radiant Palm occasionally has to clear caverns of tunnel crawlers out, but we prefer to leave the corpses out for the fungi to take over. Tunnel crawler meat is . . . Not very good.""<br/>He said with a comedically haunted expression. He'd never tried tunnel crawler, but one redemit had, and they died the following day, so tunnel crawler was not an option.<br/>""But the plants we have are just beautiful. Because there's not a lot of light outside our caverns the plants glow, and they have so many amazing colours to light up dark caverns, its like walking through a nebula.""<br/>Orion sighed nostalgically and grinned to Juna,<br/>""This planet is quite odd for me I must say, but warm sunlight is a nice feeling. What of you? What's your homeworld like?""<br/>He asked, turning to wave at Kyr as she sat down next to him and the towel girl. Orion had noticed the odd choice in attire, but figured after napping on cold hard cave floor, she had a right to wear whatever.<br/>""Good luck for the duel Kyr. Let me know if I can help.""<br/>He said, watching that he didn't speak too loud. There was no need to incite arguments by offering support. He then turned back to Juna and smiled,<br/>""There was a . . . Disagreement back at the cavern. Tempers flared. Challenges made. Not exactly a good start to our first day with the group."""
10821,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=475,2015-07-30T00:18:00,Ularn,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">""<del>T</del></span>HANKS</span>Orion,"" Kyrissa responded over her shoulder at the brief interruption before turning back to Ritz. ""Yeah, so I'm Kyrissa Kerembor,"" she confirmed what Ritz would obviously have gathered from Orion, ""Pretty much everyone calls me 'Kyr' though."" At the same time, her eyes widened a little. Bathys was a name attached to even more great Knights than Kerembor was. Kyr was impressed at Ritz' heritage and also a little glad she had left Gin in her room. The old sword would have been unable to resist the urge to wax lyrical about all of Ritz's ancestors who he almost undoubtedly claimed to have met."
10822,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=475,2015-07-30T06:40:00,Atlannia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Elysian Kentarchy <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=25439174#p25439174"">wrote</a>:</cite>Rache has barely touched the food on his plate instead he is thinking. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""The past... I know what I have done and I am aware that such a sin must be punished. That is why I know that I will not allow myself to forget. I am a Rememberer. Therefore I shall remember.</span>"" He sighs and looks around the room briefly and takes in the looks he gets. The ones from the Phantom Blade look at him with contempt while those from the more isolated Orders gives him nods of understanding, but as it is he is sitting all alone. <br/><br/>Feeling in a reminiscent mood he opens a locket containing a picture of five people three boys and two girls, one of them is clearly a younger Rache. He smiles kindly at the picture. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">'We are the few who remain. Each of us must embody the Order with our very actions, our very existance. For we are the Order of the Chalice, our very essences and beings are such, the Order is its knights and its knights are the Order.' Isn't that what you said Brother? Though that was probably another one of your lies but, as always, I can't help but agree, an insult against one is an insult against us all, is an insult against the Order.</span>"" He sighs though he makes note of Kyr making sure to avoid looking at him. ""I do not blame her but I wonder how the duel will turn out."" He pats his sword and says to it. ""What do you think Solace?"" He knows he won't get a response though. The AI in it went dormant shortly after the death of the White Demon and hasn't awoken since. For all intents and purposes now it is just a well made sword. He chuckles sadly. ""Even our weapons have decayed as our Order has, it is so lamentable.""<br/><br/>He sighs again and sets the open locket on the table. ""But now what are the best terms to go with? Honestly I am deeply inclined to go with just until one is well beaten with training weapons. But on the other hand is that enough to satisfy either one of us? I don't want to have the thought that I could have won if I was using a normal sword and I certainly don't want her thinking that. So maybe until the first blood would be best, I hold a severe distaste for it when I am in control but it will allow us to fight to our fullest potential."" He thinks on it for a moment unable to come to a decision. ""Well I guess I should decide the way we decided things at home."" He takes out a flat rock from his pocket, but there are some markings on one side. ""Let us see what fate has in store for us. The marked side means to first blood the flat side means well beaten."" He tosses it up into the air and catches it on the way down and lightly turns it on his wrist. Opening his hand he sees that the marked side is facing up. ""Well I guess that settles it, first blood it is then."" Rache remarks calmly if not a bit distastefully. ""I will tell Alfenn and see what he thinks."" He finishes his mean fairly quickly and wraps the locket around his neck to go look for Alfenn.<br/><br/>""Ah."" He notices Alfenn at a table and takes a seat there. ""Figured I would tell you I decided on my end of things. I have decided on a duel to the first blood.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Alfenn blinked and looked up from his barely touched food. ""Hm? Oh, Rache. My apologies, I must have been drifting off,"" He looked down at his plate once more and, grimacing pushed it away. ""It was definitely too soon to choose red sauce,"" he muttered, shaking his head and then turning his full attention to the other student. ""First blood... I think it's a reasonable compromise, as an inter-order disagreement the seriousness of the matter shouldn't be understated. On the other hand we're all under the supervisions of the academy and to a lesser extent the Phantom Blade as a whole. They stand to lose face if students start offing each other under their care, it would be best to show them a little courtesy. I think all things considered that's probably the best course of action."" Alfenn paused and smiled wryly. ""Unless you feel like withdrawing your challenge. As your second I'm technically supposed to encourage you to consider that option as well, not that I think you'll be persuaded. Have you given any thought to a time and location?"""
10823,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=475,2015-07-30T08:10:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pyrade <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=25453970#p25453970"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=25452586#p25452586"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Usaully we did. Though we always had to hunt and kill it ourselves. Though usually my sister did that..."" She shrugged. She then realized The Valiant Fang might have traditions and customs that seem odd to people. Though still she felt shame in having to admit she was practically dependent on her sister for any means of basic survival. It usually reflected badly on herself to admit that back home, but here seemed to be different. She could tell by the lack of disdain and idiot meatheats who tried to beat her up in an attempt to cull or shame the weak. <br/><br/>She was brought back to reality by his question next. ""Yes I was actually. Though admittedly I was rather quiet. So it would make sense that you didn't see me."" June spoke. She then asked a question of her own. ""So... what's your homeworld like? I come from the Valiant Fang... so I'm not really aware of what other orders are like.""</div></blockquote><br/>Orion sat back a little, ignoring his plate of food for the time being now that he had successfully devoured more than his fair share of banquet meat. <br/>""Ah, that sounds like a curious training exercise.""<br/>He replied to her first hunting statement and listened quietly to the rest. He smiled and shook his head,<br/>""Don't worry, the Radiant Palm aren't exactly the most explorative bunch either. Well, my homeworld has 2 suns, but the actual planet is too far from them so the surface is frozen solid. We live underground though, geothermal caverns and such. It wasn't easy in the beginning the history books say, but our planet thrives on community I guess. I don't even think the most hardened knights but Aradain himself could survive their alone.""<br/>He said and chuckled as he recalled the hunting thing,<br/>""The creatures living underground are quite unpleasant though, so we don't hunt them. The Radiant Palm occasionally has to clear caverns of tunnel crawlers out, but we prefer to leave the corpses out for the fungi to take over. Tunnel crawler meat is . . . Not very good."" <br/>He said with a comedically haunted expression. He'd never tried tunnel crawler, but one redemit had, and they died the following day, so tunnel crawler was not an option.<br/>""But the plants we have are just beautiful. Because there's not a lot of light outside our caverns the plants glow, and they have so many amazing colours to light up dark caverns, its like walking through a nebula.""<br/>Orion sighed nostalgically and grinned to Juna,<br/>""This planet is quite odd for me I must say, but warm sunlight is a nice feeling. What of you? What's your homeworld like?""<br/>He asked, turning to wave at Kyr as she sat down next to him and the towel girl. Orion had noticed the odd choice in attire, but figured after napping on cold hard cave floor, she had a right to wear whatever.<br/>""Good luck for the duel Kyr. Let me know if I can help.""<br/>He said, watching that he didn't speak too loud. There was no need to incite arguments by offering support. He then turned back to Juna and smiled,<br/>""There was a . . . Disagreement back at the cavern. Tempers flared. Challenges made. Not exactly a good start to our first day with the group.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Interesting."" Remarked Juna, taking a bite of her own meal. The Radiant Palm seemed rather different from the Valiant Fang. ""We too have dangerous animals, too many really, though we don't really live underground. And I don't imagine our planet is anywhere near as cold as yours. In fact in some way's it's rather beautiful at times."" She remarked. ""Well... when your not being hunted by predators while trying to get supper..."" She remarked.<br/><br/>When Orion made a comment about the challenge, Juna raised an eyebrow. ""Yeah. No kidding."" She replied. ""I heard something was going on while I was... talking with my sister."" She remarked. She didn't need to go into details. She would spare Elsis the embarasment. Though then again that might have been telling too much as well. June mentally shrugged. ""Is it just me, or is a disagreement and a few nasty words a little silly of a reason to bring in things like ""seconds"" and duels and fighting... I mean it's not uncommon but I always thought it was kinda dumb."" She paused. ""What about you? What's your stance on duels?"""
10824,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=475,2015-07-30T09:07:00,Pyrade,"<blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=25457202#p25457202"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Interesting."" Remarked Juna, taking a bite of her own meal. The Radiant Palm seemed rather different from the Valiant Fang. ""We too have dangerous animals, too many really, though we don't really live underground. And I don't imagine our planet is anywhere near as cold as yours. In fact in some way's it's rather beautiful at times."" She remarked. ""Well... when your not being hunted by predators while trying to get supper..."" She remarked. <br/><br/>When Orion made a comment about the challenge, Juna raised an eyebrow. ""Yeah. No kidding."" She replied. ""I heard something was going on while I was... talking with my sister."" She remarked. She didn't need to go into details. She would spare Elsis the embarasment. Though then again that might have been telling too much as well. June mentally shrugged. ""Is it just me, or is a disagreement and a few nasty words a little silly of a reason to bring in things like ""seconds"" and duels and fighting... I mean it's not uncommon but I always thought it was kinda dumb."" She paused. ""What about you? What's your stance on duels?""</div></blockquote><br/>Orion chuckled,<br/>""The caverns are strange. The deepest ones are hot as the deserts I've heard about on other planets.""<br/>He said and shrugged,<br/>""You get used to it though. I've never really been out hunting for food though, it doesn't sound pleasant. I assisted with a wormquake once. Basically these massive worms that tunnel around the mantel, Yrdris worms. Occasionally they tunnel across a tunnel. If you're unlucky the breach into a cavern. That's when things get violent. If you're lucky, they breach in a tunnel and end up bashing on the blast doors.""<br/>He explained, recalling when he had gone with his fathers 2 years back to assist with the emergency.<br/>""That's a wormquake, and basically the knights have to get rid of the worm. Its not hunting for food, but it is unpleasant to say the least. And that's when you have food in your stomach.""<br/>He finished his explanation. The topic of duels caused him to shake his head,<br/>""It was a moment of passion I guess. Dueling is a wasteful tradition. Wouldn't it be better if we saved our blades for our enemies? It just doesn't really make sense to me.""<br/>He said and sighed.<br/>""Guess that's just my opinion. But if I've seen anything in the caves, I won't meet many sympathizers here.""<br/>He muttered softly as he sat back in his seat."
10825,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=475,2015-07-30T11:10:00,Saleon,"<blockquote><div><cite>Atlannia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=25456446#p25456446"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/> Alfenn blinked and looked up from his barely touched food. ""Hm? Oh, Rache. My apologies, I must have been drifting off,"" He looked down at his plate once more and, grimacing pushed it away. ""It was definitely too soon to choose red sauce,"" he muttered, shaking his head and then turning his full attention to the other student. ""First blood... I think it's a reasonable compromise, as an inter-order disagreement the seriousness of the matter shouldn't be understated. On the other hand we're all under the supervisions of the academy and to a lesser extent the Phantom Blade as a whole. They stand to lose face if students start offing each other under their care, it would be best to show them a little courtesy. I think all things considered that's probably the best course of action."" Alfenn paused and smiled wryly. ""Unless you feel like withdrawing your challenge. As your second I'm technically supposed to encourage you to consider that option as well, not that I think you'll be persuaded. Have you given any thought to a time and location?""</div></blockquote>Kal looked for Alfenn, who had been talking to Rache. He found it best to sit adjacent to them. To say he hated Rache at this point would be fallacious. he quite frankly didn't, just a subset of his beliefs that did not align. Whether Kyr hated him was not the question.<br/><br/>In fact, to a degree, he wanted to talk to him. The threats and the hatred which flew out from everyone, ostracized Rache to a degree. He saw a lonely individual, instead of a bigot. This was all his assumption, but he felt it was reasonably sound.<br/><br/>He asked for some more food, and then asked, ""so? what have you guys agreed upon? I assume everyone here knows the code duello, so what's the specifics?"""
10826,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=475,2015-07-30T13:57:00,Elysian Kentarchy,"Rache gives a wry smile himself and responds to Alfenn. ""To me it is simply too late for such a withdraw. So you are correct on that. As for when and where we will fight..."" He taps his chin in thought. ""I would say around mid-morning for when, part of me thinks that later in the day will only make this a spectacle for others so early would be the best time. As for location... well I don't think it should be anywhere in the resort due to the fact that I don't want us to be worried about possible damage to said resort. So the field outside would be the best ground. But that is my opinion. Though there is also my decision on the signal to start and the starting distance between us two. A simple begin out to do and the starting distance would be 14 paces apart from each other. At least that is normally how my duels go.""<br/><br/>Then Kal approaches them and asks ""So? what have you guys agreed upon? I assume everyone here knows the code duello, so what's the specifics?""<br/><br/>""Duel to the first blood."" Rache says quietly. ""As for the rest of the terms I am to decide I have proposed the duel to take place around mid-morning, the location will be the field outside, the signal to begin is just a simple 'begin', and we are to be 14 paces apart from each other. At least that is my opinion on the matter."""
10827,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=475,2015-07-30T21:47:00,Zarkenis Ultima,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pyrade <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=25457656#p25457656"">wrote</a>:</cite>---</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""You have a sympathizer here."" Arcander remarked as he sat near the pair, on a couch that was on the opposite side of the table from where they sat. The white-haired elder student had been mostly quiet during dinner, and was currently occupied with a steak of something that was very similar to poultry, but not quite, and tasted very similar to the ancient terran chicken, but not quite. Not that he knew that, anyway. Nobody had tasted the ancient terran chicken in countless millenia. Regardless, he had found himself some time between bites to make a comment, figuring that he might as well take advantage of the opportunity provided and talk with the new recruits under his care, get to know them a bit better.<br/><br/>""But then, I might be biased in that regard."" The aspirant admitted with a faint smile. ""After all, it does mean an unnecessarily larger workload for my people."" He chuckled, referring to the knight-menders of the Viridian Flame, though for a moment it slipped his mind that these students were not as well acquainted with him as the other recruits of the group, and in any case, he didn't know how much they might know about his Order anyway.<br/><br/>""But, unpopular as my opinion may be, I don't think dueling should be the only resource used to settle differences between persons, nor the first."" He stated.<br/><br/>At about the same time, Aressa emerged from the suite's restroom, dressed in a white shirt that had on it a stylized energy longsword design on it in black and silver, with smatterings of gray providing the effect of a background of sorts; along with this, she wore a pair of slightly loose-fitting pants of a relatively elastic black fabric. There was a small pink towel on the aspirant's head, over her crimson hair, which was noticeably damp still. One might wonder how she was in there when Ritz had also been there not too long ago, but the truth was that the suite had several separate showers and toilets to cater to the large ammounts of people that could inhabit the place at a given time.<br/><br/>""Is there any seafood?"" She asked as she stepped outside, not bothering to remove the towel from her head.<br/><br/>""Right over there."" Arcander pointed at a specific portion of the table, to which his partner nodded, nimbly jumping over the back of the couch to end up sitting down next to Arcander. Afterwards, she looked around, noticing that most of the new faces Arcander had pointed out to her were gathered around the table for dinner. She figured that this was an excellent opportunity to speak to them all, and so, she cleared her throat slightly to grab their attention.<br/><br/>""New students, I would like to formally introduce myself. My name is Aressa Alistar, and along with Arc here, I'll be your guide during your next three years at the Academy. You can trust me with anything you need."" She said in a very serious and solemn manner, nodding at the end of her sentence.<br/><br/>""Now then."" She said afterwards, her seriousness fading as she seized a plate of breaded Gladian shrimp and ate one. She never bothered to finish the sentence."
10828,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=475,2015-08-01T14:49:00,Ularn,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 300%; line-height: 116%;""><del>J</del></span>UNA'S</span>words stung. So did Orion's follow up.<span style=""font-style: italic"">A few nasty words. A moment of passion...wasteful tradition.</span>. Neither of them really understood. Orion had a better grasp than Juna, certainly; he had been there for most of it and knew what Rache was. It still Kyrissa to hurt to hear one of the few she thought actually supported her use that compassionate, patronising tone, as though she were a child doing something rash because she knew no better. Maybe she was, but her reasons...<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span><span style=""font-style: italic"">Each of us would take up arms in Aradain's name,</span>she wanted to tell them,<span style=""font-style: italic"">how else could you respond to someone who calls you a lawless heretic? How else can a knight accept such an insult?</span>But she stopped herself. Those were the words she had used against Rache;<span style=""font-style: italic"">blaspheming, murderous heretic.</span>He had called her the same first, when he implied she would disregard Aradain's Laws so easily. The difference was that Kyr was right.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>It would have dragged them all down into a petty squabble over who said what; Kyr 's righteous purpose would have been lost amid semantics. She knew that as the words formed in her mind and was actually glad when Arcander's arrival relieved her from having to say anything.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>""...I don't think duelling should be the only resource used to settle differences between persons,"" the Aspirant remarked, ""nor the first.""<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>That was not what Kyr thought either. Duelling was a solemn act, not meant for the settling of petty squabbles. But the insults which had been dealt about that afternoon could only have ended with somebody issuing a challenge. Kyr's own integrity as one of Aradain's knights had been called into question. Rache could have physically struck her and it would have caused less offence. And she had responded in kind - against Rache's own order, supposedly. Kyr wished she could remember exactly what she had said; she could not recall saying anything about the Order of the Chalice until after Rache issued his challenge.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>Arc thought there must have been another way though and Kyr wanted to hear it. The Aspirant was a veteran of eight years at the Academy; he had lasted longer than eighty percent of his fellow students. Most of the people in this room would fail to achieve what he had and Kyr was likely to be among them. His opinions were therefore worthy of being listened to. ""How would have settled the dispute then, Arc?"" she enquired."
10829,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=475,2015-08-01T22:06:00,Zarkenis Ultima,"""How would you have settled the dispute then, Arc?""<br/><br/>For a moment the aspirant was concerned that he had offended one of the new students with what was initially intended to be a lighthearted comment bearing his honest opinion, but he quickly relaxed. If he had indeed incurred in such a fault, then surely an apology would suffice, along with perhaps some elaboration on his point, but either way, Kyrissa did not seem offended, merely curious. He assumed, then, that she simply wanted to hear more of him.<br/><br/>""Well,"" He began, straightening up on his seat and placing the plate he was hoding back on the table for the time being. ""assuming I have enough control over my own emotions to avoid being clouded by anger (and a knight should always strive to control oneself), I would have systematically destroyed the argument of someone who attempted to slander me or my Order. If, for example, my honor had been put in doubt, I would calmly explain that my integrity as a knight is perfectly intact, and why. If, on the other hand, my Order had been insulted, I would demonstrate why such an insult is unfounded, especially if it comes from someone who is not familiar with the Order where I hail from. It would be a trickier matter if the insult had been caused by an action of mine, even if it was involuntary, but even then, though the process and the arguments needed change, it can be done."" He said, pausing to sip his drink. ""With the other party's argument negated in front of witnesses, my honor or the reputation of my Order would not be unnecessarily marred, whereas the credibility of the other party may very well be."" He stated.<br/><br/>""I am not saying it would be sufficient to avert the issuing of a challenge in every instance, and if a challenge was issued towards me or I saw myself forced to issue a challenge in order to protect my honor or that of my Order after everything else failed, then I would accept the situation. But if that were the case, I would have at least attempted to avoid reaching that stage. Dueling would not have been the only method utilized in an attempt to settle the dispute, nor the first."" He continued. ""This is the humble opinion of a knight-mender in training, and it may not be shared by many, but it is mine, and I stand by it. You are free to accept or disagree with my thoughts as you please, I will not take offense.""<br/><br/>""Mael's bones, the things I must have missed..."" Aressa muttered as she munched on breaded shrimp."
10830,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=475,2015-08-01T23:27:00,Elysian Kentarchy,"Rache goes to get more food and comes back. It is a type of meat that he cuts up and starts eating. ""So much trouble."" He mutters to himself taking a drink. That is all he says as he continues eating. He feels the blood leave his hand and he feels it go cold but he ignores it as it starts to spread through his body though he thinks. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Did I forget? No of course I didn't. I couldn't have. If I did then...</span>Yet as he denies it he can feel more blood heading towards his throat. ""Excuse me."" He says standing up. ""I just remembered I had something I needed to attend to. Alfenn I will leave the details up to you."" He takes his plate to a place for it to be cleaned and he gets up and calmly walks towards the exit. After he leaves and rounds a corner he takes out a handkerchief and starts coughing into it. When he pulls it away from his mouth it is red with his own blood. ""I was worried about that."" He says paling as he takes off for his room as fast as he can. When he arrives he opens his possessions. ""Where is it?"" He asks as it grows harder for him to breathe. He finally finds what he is looking for and opens the case, in it is several dozen small vials. He grabs one and opens it and drinks its contents. He sits back against his bed. ""That was close."" He tells himself. ""I am just a stupid unwitting idiot for letting this happen."" He tells himself. ""My life is bound by this medicine."" He takes out the handkerchief and coughs more into it. His breathing is much better but he still wants to get the blood out of his throat.<br/><br/>His thoughts go back to home. ""Rache are you sure you will be okay... your illness..."" A young woman who looks a great deal like him with the same silver hair says to him with concern.<br/><br/>""I will be fine sis."" Rache says reassuringly. ""This illness will not get the best of me.""<br/><br/>""Are you sure?""<br/><br/>""Positive. Besides Solace will look out for me."" He says patting the sword that both consider to be their friend.<br/><br/>She laughs. ""Well Solace make sure this elder brother of mine makes it back safe."" She tells the sword, they both know the AI went dormant but they like to treat it as their friend.<br/><br/>""I'll be sure to come back for your knighting."" Rache tells his sister and he kisses her cheek. ""I promise.""<br/><br/>""You better.""<br/><br/>Rache comes back to the present. ""I'm sorry sis. I almost let this get the best of me. I do not want you to hear that your brother died choking on his own blood so I can't let it win... not yet..."" He mutters placing the empty vial on a table. ""Medicine twice daily... what kind of warrior am I?"" He laughs at himself derisively. ""A pathetic one that's what. I will live briefly and then I will die. That is my fate. I am a mockery to the idea of a warrior. Yet each time they predicted my death I have beaten it. Yet it gets harder and harder to do such."" He looks outside. ""I think I will head to the field to practice my sword play, I need to keep my mind off of this."" He saws as he heads out to the field."
10831,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=475,2015-08-02T04:52:00,Esternial,"Ritz' attention was drawn away from her plate as she saw Rache leave the table, returning to his room with a slight urgency in his step. It was vague, but Ritz could tell there was something causing him distress, disrupting the steady flow of his energy. Whatever it was, it was significant enough for Ritz to take notice of it - small changes were still too hard to discern for her sixth sense.<br/><br/>""Excuse me"" Ritz whispered as she moved her chair back, holding on to her towel as she got up from her seat and returned to her own quarters, where she finally threw the damp towel in a small laundry basket and put on some fresh clothes. After putting on some matching underwear, she gingerly put on a pair of thigh high stockings. She enjoyed wearing them. When she re-emerged from her room, Ritz was wearing a tartan-patterned skirt and loose white blouse. There was a matching black vest, but the weather didn't call for too many layers of clothing - Ritz even found the evenings quite warm enough.<br/><br/>Following Rache's trail - which involved some aimless wandering through the resort until she found him outside - Ritz joined the new student. She could sense that he was no longer distressed, but her guess was that his mind was still muddled by whatever caused it, through either her powers of acuity of simple female intuition.<br/><br/>""Quite set on that duel, aren't you?"" She commented as she approached him, making sure he was conscious of her presence if he hadn't noticed her already.<br/><br/>""I haven't formally introduced myself,"" The young woman added, ""Ritz Bathys. Pleased to meet you."""
10832,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=475,2015-08-02T14:24:00,Saleon,"Kal caught sight of both Rache and Ritz leaving one after the other. He didn't feel that they had any meeting or event set up beforehand. It seemed more that Ritz was leaving for some reason to do with Rache, though he had no clue what was wrong with him. He left absurdly quickly, and, Kal had hoped to follow had he not had to talk with Alfenn.<br/><br/>Kal placed his fingers to his lips with instinctively, before feeling a slight bit of disappointment. He pretty much knew that his time here training was going to force him off his habit. A habit he picked up out of stress, was going to be kicked in such a strange place, so far from home; it was almost stressful in a sense. He moved his hands to the table and picked up a small fork, and began twirling it around his fingers. He almost had the urge to put that to his lips as a substitute, but then decided it might be best not to. Either way...<br/><br/>""so Alfenn,"" he asked, "" I've got two questions for you, err, one for you and one about this duel... in a sense. As per her honor in the code duello, she has opted for the use of magic. My second is, why'd you decide to be his second? I'm not questioning your reasoning, or at least not being confrontational. I just want to know."" He'd done his part for her, considering she had asked for him to wait on the conditions of the fight, before designating the duel itself. He held to a sense of honor in that regard, and as the peaceful voice of the duelist in question, choosing against her will and notions would deface not only his reputation, but be in direct opposition to his own code-- two things he'd rather avoid."
10833,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=475,2015-08-02T16:26:00,Elysian Kentarchy,"Rache heads out to the field. ""Now lets begin."" He takes out a couple weights and wraps them around his wrists draws Solace and takes a couple practice swings and mimics a few parries. His style is that of someone who relies on speed, hence why he is only using one hand for normal attacks and two hands for when he needs more power. Because of his illness he needs to make due with what he has which is speed.<br/><br/>As he practices he hears a woman's voice. ""Quite set on that duel, aren't you?"" Rache turns around and sees a girl probably a couple years older than him. ""I haven't formally introduced myself,"" The young woman added, ""Ritz Bathys. Pleased to meet you.""<br/><br/>Rache puts Solace up, places his hand over his heart, and bows slightly. ""Rache Olderen. Pleased to meet you as well."" He says politely and coughs for a moment but hides the blood he got on his hand and treats it as he was clearing his throat. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Dammit I thought I had gotten all the blood out of my throat.</span>"" He think but he continues to what she said about the duel. ""I may seem that I am dead set on it but that does not mean I don't view it as lamentable."" He says. ""For now though I don't view it as something to be withdrawn. It is rude not to follow through on things no?"" He then adds as a form of an after thought. ""Even if it is something one is not fond of."""
10834,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=475,2015-08-02T17:27:00,Esternial,"Perhaps ironically, Rache's attempt at hiding his affliction made Ritz suspicious. His brief moment of peril when he coughed up some blood didn't go unnoticed, but Ritz hadn't seen the blood, so she didn't feel a need to ask any questions. It seemed harmless, and asking why Rache was bothered by a simple cough wasn't something Ritz was really fixed on. Rache had moved on, anyway.<br/><br/>""I've had more than my fair share - it was just practice, but not painless."" She remarked while she walked past Rache, her eyes settling on the sun as it began to descend towards the horizon. Hues of brown, red and orange were plastered across the evening skies, a picture that brought a feeling of calm to Ritz' heart.<br/><br/>She signed contently, but with a hint of bitter melancholy.<br/><br/>""Never had an affinity for violence, but I had to uphold my family name."" She said, eyes still gazing at the distance. She sat down in the grass, pulled her legs closer and wrapped her arms around them. It wasn't a decent way to sit with a skirt on - the thought popped into her head, along with her mother's remarks. It didn't matter. Her back was facing Rache now, her family name wouldn't be sullied.<br/><br/>""I'm sorry, you came here to train, not to talk. Please, continue."" With a soft smile she looked behind her shoulder at Rache and then back at the piece of artistry in the sky before her. She could no longer sense the distress in Rache's body. His flow of energy seemed steady now, so her concerns were put at rest, and her curiosity subsided. For a moment she considered moving elsewhere, but there wasn't really any point to it. She wouldn't disturb Rache during his training - she didn't mind talking, but she didn't mind silently gazing off into the sunset either."
10835,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=475,2015-08-02T19:40:00,Elysian Kentarchy,"Rache nods and draws Solace again. ""I will then."" He doesn't say it out loud but he appreciates the company. He moves his sword as if he was dueling an imaginary opponent, for now it mostly seems like he is training his defense abilities. ""I have fought a few duels in my life, mostly with my younger sister."" He comments making small talk as he does so he switches into practicing his swings, this has the added bonus of restoring feeling into his hands. ""We considered them fun and good training, and a good way to settle our arguments. To me all my duels were fun because they were training for us."" His face darkens a little. ""Except for two times where the duel was something that was serious. Very serious."""
10836,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=475,2015-08-03T00:37:00,Ularn,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 300%; line-height: 116%;"">""<del>I</del></span></span><span style=""font-style: italic"">was</span>the one challenged,"" Kyrissa reminded her Aspirant uncertainly. She knew full well that only a barely sufficient apology had held her back from challenging Rache first.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>""I'm not saying you're wrong,"" she added hurriedly, ""But we're soldiers; we ought to deal with conflict head-on. Diplomacy and reasoning absolutely have their place but we shouldn't pursue them to the point where we compromise our beliefs and our principles. That's for politicians, not knights.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>""When words fail, action has to take their place. Rache wanted to violate a key tenant of Aradain's teachings and when I tried to reason with him he accused me of obeying the Laws only when they suit me. If he hadn't challenged me I absolutely would have challenged him for that kind of insult. More respected knights than us would have duelled to the<span style=""font-style: italic"">death</span>over it. If I was being rash it doesn't necessarily mean I was wrong and if there's a question over my conduct it should only be regarding whether I needed to accept a challenge from someone who holds our own sacred values in such low regard.""<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>Kyr felt quite proud of how she had phrased that. Everything about that afternoon, from Rache's outburst to her rebuke, the insult and her rage, up until the challenge itself and Gin's subsequent warning had been churning over and over in her head, becoming more and more muddled up in doubt as she thought about it. Explaining it to Arc and the others now, clearly and succinctly, she knew that her mistake had absolutely nothing to do with settling the matter by duel, and only with whether or not a would-be heretic like Rache was even a worthy challenger."
10837,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=475,2015-08-03T10:02:00,Pyrade,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Orion</span><br/>Orion drew a sharp breath as he heard Kyrissa speaking and released a soft sigh. In a way the breath was his way of holding his tongue, but as she was continuing he released a second resigned sigh, knowing he couldn't say nothing.<br/>""We are defenders . . . Or the Radiant Palm are I guess. I suppose the Phantom Blade may take a more aggressive stance. . .""<br/>He said softly, more for himself than for Kyrissa. He didn't want her to get upset, or for more honour to be challenged.<br/>""I don't mean any offense, but my beliefs are that violence should be our last resort. 'Do I not destroy my foe when I make him my friend?' . . .""<br/>Orion continued, looking down at his plate, trying to hide the flush that filled his cheeks. This was far different from spur of the moment, adrenaline fueled defense of his beliefs. And in this group of people as well. But he had opened his mouth, it was too late for anything now.<br/>""But those are my beliefs, according to my beliefs, what happened was irrational, according to your beliefs, it was right. I speak from my perspective, and you speak from yours . . . Neither is wrong.""<br/>He said softly and folded his arms as he bowed his head, hoping to avoid any stares he might have provoked."
10838,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=500,2015-08-04T03:12:00,Ularn,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">""<del>I</del></span></span>also destroy my foe when I<span style=""font-style: italic"">destroy</span>them,"" Kyrissa quipped, then chuckled, ""Don't feel like you need to guard your words, Orion; I'm not gonna duel every person who disagrees with me; Rache's done something else way beyond a difference of opinion.""<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>She spent a few seconds mopping up the last of some spicy red sauce with her flatbread and popping it into her mouth before continuing. She sort of wanted to drive the conversation away from the duel but some of what Orion had said stirred her confrontational side and she picked up the debate.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>""The Radiant Palm's commitment to pacifism's commendable. I think there was even one of our Auregins that once said it probably required more courage to put down a sword than to pick one up. Thing is, it's not always brave and it's not always right. Say there's a neutral order which rules over a planet. Because of the order's negligence or corruption, much of the population of that planet is sick or starving. Now you could spend months in talks with the order's leaders, trying to get them to reform and yet achieve nothing while the people die. On the other hand, I could take an army to the planet, sack that order's castles and liberate their people within days, saving thousands of lives in the long term and bringing another world into the Apostolic fold, because I<span style=""font-style: italic"">didn't</span>leave violence until the last resort. Meanwhile your pacifism's left far more people dead than my quick war.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>""Like anything else, violence is just one more way to solve a problem,"" she summarised before taking a sip of water to clear her throat, ""If it's the most effective method for dealing with the problem at hand then it absolutely<span style=""font-style: italic"">should</span>be our first resort; why would we waste time in the interim with inferior solutions? I'm not a warmonger, Orion; I'm a utilitarian, in the bluntest terms, and I sort of think -<span style=""font-style: italic"">hope,</span>maybe - that the Phantom Blade is as well."""
10839,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=500,2015-08-04T03:33:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Ularn <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=25517938#p25517938"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">""<del>I</del></span></span> also destroy my foe when I destroy them,"" Kyrissa quipped, then chuckled, ""Don't feel like you need to guard your words, Orion; I'm not gonna duel every person who disagrees with me; Rache's done something else way beyond a difference of opinion.""<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>She spent a few seconds mopping up the last of some spicy red sauce with her flatbread and popping it into her mouth before continuing. She sort of wanted to drive the conversation away from the duel but some of what Orion had said stirred her confrontational side and she picked up the debate.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>""The Radiant Palm's commitment to pacifism's commendable. I think there was even one of our Auregins that once said it probably required more courage to put down a sword than to pick one up. Thing is, it's not always brave and it's not always right. Say there's a neutral order which rules over a planet. Because of the order's negligence or corruption, much of the population of that planet is sick or starving. Now you could spend months in talks with the order's leaders, trying to get them to reform and yet achieve nothing while the people die. On the other hand, I could take an army to the planet, sack that order's castles and liberate their people within days, saving thousands of lives in the long term and bringing another world into the Apostolic fold, because I <span style=""font-style: italic"">didn't</span> leave violence until the last resort. Meanwhile your pacifism's left far more people dead than my quick war.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>""Like anything else, violence is just one more way to solve a problem,"" she summarised before taking a sip of water to clear her throat, ""If it's the most effective method for dealing with the problem at hand then it absolutely <span style=""font-style: italic"">should</span> be our first resort; why would we waste time in the interim with inferior solutions? I'm not a warmonger, Orion; I'm a utilitarian, in the bluntest terms, and I sort of think - <span style=""font-style: italic"">hope,</span> maybe - that the Phantom Blade is as well.""</div></blockquote><br/>Juna frowned slightly, she had not trusted herself to talk till now. The sudden realization Kyrissa had overheard her had made her clamp her mouth shut, not wanting to become a pariah here as well as back home. But unfortunately she has a bit of a tendency to speak her mind, which has gotten her into endless, endless trouble. And now she couldn't help but speak now. ""No offense, but I don't see how thousands of lives is comparable to a few poorly chosen words on the part of both parties."" She remarked, adjusting her glasses. ""I come from a place of people who think very, very similarly. The whole, violence is the best solution thing. And it can get very reductive."" She explained. ""Thing is. Violence breed violence. It's naive to think a duel is going to suddenly make things alright somehow. It will simply deteriorate from here.""<br/><br/>""If it were me. I would have declined the challenge and let him think what he wished of that."" She remarked. Sipping at her glass of water after she spoke."
10840,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=500,2015-08-04T03:40:00,Pyrade,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Orion</span><br/>Orion looked up at Kyr with a look of indifference.<br/>""What you keep misunderstanding is my beliefs. I have no problem with a fight, but I will not start one. We are not pacifists, we are defenders, two very different terms, and we do not put our weapons down, in fact I wear mine every day. We make our foes drop theirs. Then we bring them to their knees, by whatever force we must, and show them the error of their ways. If you ever saw a Mahilich brawl you would call us violent. We break arms, legs and snap ribs, and that's the kind of training brawls I took part in daily.""<br/>He said with a chuckle.<br/>""Our order is just like our planet, what you see on the surface is not all there is. For instance, in your example, the Radiant Palm would in fact intervene on behalf of the people. There would be no negotiation, only compliance with the instructions of the citizens. We are knights and champions yes, but without the people, there is nothing to champion for.""<br/>He said and shrugged,<br/>""Point is, pacifists never fight, the Radiant Palm fights only when it is necessary. A threat to someone's life is necessary. We don't need to always done our war-masks, there should be separation between violence and this life we have.""<br/>He said with a warm smile, glad she was not offended. He looked to Juna and nodded,<br/>""Exactly! This is why I think we should only resort to violence when it threatens our lives or our charge."""
10841,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=500,2015-08-04T04:30:00,Ularn,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><del>K</del></span>YRISSA</span>nodded and mulled over what both Orion and Juna had just said. ""Fair enough,"" she conceded to Orion, ""Obviously I don't know your order as well as I thought. Neither did that Auregin, apparently, so sorry for getting that wrong. Violence isn't<span style=""font-style: italic"">really</span>your last resort where it's necessary; sounds really like we pretty much agree on everything except the definition of 'necessary,' yeah?""<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>Juna's input required more effort to sort her thoughts out. It was complicated in light of what Kyr had already said and really she did want to move away from the topic of the duel. Eventually she just gave up and, rubbing her eyelids said, ""Juna, I'm not comparing this duel to that example, okay? They're totally different, obviously. Just...I<span style=""font-style: italic"">do</span>know why I'm fighting Rache tomorrow and I know how it makes sense - how to reconcile it with what I just said but really, I'm tired and my head's kind of a mess right now and I'm really not up to trying to sort it all out and explain it. Sorry, but ask me this another time and I'll try to give you a proper answer, please, okay?""<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>Kyr still sort of wanted to take Juna to task over the ""violence breeds violence,"" comment. Violence only bred violence if you failed to use enough of it in the first place - another of Uncle Uhrann's peals of wisdom, almost word for word. But the moment had passed and now she really did just want to talk about something else or maybe just head off to bed. She still had a couple of things to do before tomorrow morning. Hopefully Juna would recognise her wish to have finish this conversation when she was better composed was genuine; she felt like it was important to make her understand, if not agree."
10842,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=500,2015-08-04T04:45:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Ularn <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=25518284#p25518284"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><del>K</del></span>YRISSA</span> nodded and mulled over what both Orion and Juna had just said. ""Fair enough,"" she conceded to Orion, ""Obviously I don't know your order as well as I thought. Neither did that Auregin, apparently, so sorry for getting that wrong. Violence isn't <span style=""font-style: italic"">really</span> your last resort where it's necessary; sounds really like we pretty much agree on everything except the definition of 'necessary,' yeah?""<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>Juna's input required more effort to sort her thoughts out. It was complicated in light of what Kyr had already said and really she did want to move away from the topic of the duel. Eventually she just gave up and, rubbing her eyelids said, ""Juna, I'm not comparing this duel to that example, okay? They're totally different, obviously. Just...I <span style=""font-style: italic"">do</span> know why I'm fighting Rache tomorrow and I know how it makes sense - how to reconcile it with what I just said but really, I'm tired and my head's kind of a mess right now and I'm really not up to trying to sort it all out and explain it. Sorry, but ask me this another time and I'll try to give you a proper answer, please, okay?""<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>Kyr still sort of wanted to take Juna to task over the ""violence breeds violence,"" comment. Violence only bred violence if you failed to use enough of it in the first place. But the moment had passed and now she really did just want to talk about something else or maybe just head off to bed. She still had a couple of things to do before tomorrow morning. Hopefully Juna would recognise her wish to have finish this conversation when she was better composed was genuine; she felt like it was important to make her understand, if not agree.</div></blockquote><br/>Juna sighed and folded her arms, suddenly feeling a tad bit guilty for being so harsh. Seems that's a recurring theme. Her words seemed to have more consequences lately than getting her into fights. ""Alright."" She replied. Looking to the side, betraying her guilt. ""I know you're not going to concede your position. Nor would I necessarily want you to. Just..."" She paused. ""Try not to get too...<span style=""font-style: italic"">into</span>this whole debacle. We still have to work with each other after all, so making a feud out of this wouldn't be wise."" She then paused. Then readjusted her glasses awkwardly. ""I'l ask you after the fight.""<br/><br/>She then paused. ""We were talking about homeworlds earlier. Where do you hail from?"""
10843,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=500,2015-08-04T05:17:00,Esternial,"<blockquote><div><cite>Elysian Kentarchy <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=25501388#p25501388"">wrote</a>:</cite>Rache nods and draws Solace again. ""I will then."" He doesn't say it out loud but he appreciates the company. He moves his sword as if he was dueling an imaginary opponent, for now it mostly seems like he is training his defense abilities. ""I have fought a few duels in my life, mostly with my younger sister."" He comments making small talk as he does so he switches into practicing his swings, this has the added bonus of restoring feeling into his hands. ""We considered them fun and good training, and a good way to settle our arguments. To me all my duels were fun because they were training for us."" His face darkens a little. ""Except for two times where the duel was something that was serious. Very serious.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Mhm"" Ritz hummed. She didn't want to pry, but it also felt as if Rache was really putting it out there - as if he wanted her to ask about it so he could take a weight off his heart.<br/><br/>""How serious?"" She asked, looked behind her back at Rache again as he blocked the blow of an imaginary opponent, only for a moment. After that she turned her attention to the sky again, waiting for an answer, if it would come at all."
10844,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=500,2015-08-04T19:37:00,Elysian Kentarchy,"<blockquote><div><cite>Esternial <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=25518521#p25518521"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Elysian Kentarchy <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=25501388#p25501388"">wrote</a>:</cite>Rache nods and draws Solace again. ""I will then."" He doesn't say it out loud but he appreciates the company. He moves his sword as if he was dueling an imaginary opponent, for now it mostly seems like he is training his defense abilities. ""I have fought a few duels in my life, mostly with my younger sister."" He comments making small talk as he does so he switches into practicing his swings, this has the added bonus of restoring feeling into his hands. ""We considered them fun and good training, and a good way to settle our arguments. To me all my duels were fun because they were training for us."" His face darkens a little. ""Except for two times where the duel was something that was serious. Very serious.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Mhm"" Ritz hummed. She didn't want to pry, but it also felt as if Rache was really putting it out there - as if he wanted her to ask about it so he could take a weight off his heart. <br/><br/>""How serious?"" She asked, looked behind her back at Rache again as he blocked the blow of an imaginary opponent, only for a moment. After that she turned her attention to the sky again, waiting for an answer, if it would come at all.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>He mulls over how he should word things for a couple minutes. ""Well one was over an insult to my sister, arguably that wasn't as serious a duel but I take insults to my relatives very seriously, in the end family is all one has."" He closes his eyes and switches his blade from his right hand to his left getting practice in for that hand. ""But there was one that went as far as a duel can go: to the death and against someone I had considered to be my best friend to boot. Life is full of ironies isn't it?"" Rache steps up his pace as his sword moves much quicker against his imaginary opponent. ""Yet I do not regret this life despite its ironies. But that is enough about my life, I am sure it is boring to listen to someone like me talk."""
10845,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=500,2015-08-05T01:16:00,Ularn,"Juna's parting shot was slightly irritating to Kyrissa, who just wanted to leave the topic alone instead of getting another lecture about how she ought to behave about it. She still gave the other girl a grateful smile though as the topic did change. ""I'm from Cathedral Amazla,"" she explained, then wondered how to begin describing the lush variety of her world. The Tor desert was her home but it was barely a snapshot of the planet itself. She started with just the plain facts, ""It's a garden world in the high North heast, pretty close to its star but it's also got this really extreme axial tilt so the poles freeze solid during the winder and thaw completely in the summer, and you get some crazy weather all year round in the temperate zones. Storms all the time; the plants and animals there have to grow big and thick to survive. The tropics are a lot stabler though and that's where most folk live. It's sunny and warm there for pretty much the whole year round""<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>Worried she was starting to sound like a textbook, Kyr switched to speaking wistfully of her own home, ""My family owns the Tor Desert on the equator. Most of us Amazlans are basically nomads; we travel around our territories with the herds, taking care of the ecosystem by looking out for disease, keeping the predator-prey balance in check and stuff like that. Most of us first learn to fight by chasing down serreptiles; some of them have hides like armour and tail barbs as long as claymores.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>""We keep megazelles mostly but the Tor's also a massive source of energy crystals. The dunes shift all the time and sometimes you can just find them lying around on the sand between outposts, freshly unearthed. When we're not looking after the wildlife, most of us're usually training. The first Amazlan settlers were mostly Chalice War veterans given land there in thanks for their service, so veryone's bloodline's at least fifty percent soldier and it<span style=""font-style: italic"">is</span>a tough planet to grow up on; we make a lot of knights,"" she declared proudly. Compared with its admittedly small population, no other world of the Phantom Blade produced as many knights as Cathedral Amazla. Tending to their territories was more or less treated as a relaxing distraction for those warriors home between campaigns. The real business of Amazla was warfare and Amazlans regarded themselves as extremely business-savvy."
10846,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=500,2015-08-05T17:03:00,Zarkenis Ultima,"""That's interesting.""<br/><br/>Arcander had become silent after Kyrissa's response, noticing instead how some of the other students were eager to enter the discussion and offer their opinions. In this case, listening was more likely to give him a good idea of what his new charges were like, so he opted to do so instead of continuing to talk about the matter himself, as it also gave him an opportunity to lean back and continue feasting on the food that was on the table before him. If anything, he felt that the new students were to be commended, since even though the topic they were discussing was apparently a somewhat controversial one, they were handling themselves quite well, treating each other respectfully and never resorting to bashing each other's beliefs, something he was quite happy with. However, now that the topic of the conversation had changed to homeworlds, he felt that it was a good time to chime in.<br/><br/>""The world I come from isn't nearly as martial, or radical in regards to its weather. In fact, I'm afraid there's not much variety there."" He started, putting down the plate of meatballs he was holding. ""New Gaelia's mostly barren because of the Azure Plague that struck the Cathedral approximately 1214 years ago and killed most of the wildlife and inhabitants."" He explained, his countenance growing grim for a moment as he remembered what he had learned about the matter. Over ninety-nine percent of the inhabitants of Cathedral Gaelia were claimed by the apocalyptic disease, and the remaining thousand or so inhabitants closed off most ways out of the planet while trying to find the cure. It was truly a miracle that the plague was defeated.<br/><br/>Realizing that he had grown silent all of the sudden, Arcander shook his head and smiled once again. ""But anyway, the inhabited areas are extensively terraformed and we get our food by importing it and through the many domed hydroponic gardens we have."" He stated. ""Like I said, New Gaelia's not a very important world as far as producing knights goes, but it is regarded as the most advanced place for medical research in the territories of the Viridian Flame. There are also plenty of knight-menders there. In fact, both of my parents were knight-menders."" He said, and then paused, leaning forward to retrieve the plate of meatballs. ""I'm hoping to join them after my time here is done."" He concluded."
10847,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=500,2015-08-08T04:21:00,Pyrade,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Orion</span><br/>Orion sighed happily and leaned back, pleased that the conversation had shifted away from the tense topic. He looked to Juna with newfound respect and gratitude, he appreciated her views regarding duels and violence. He chuckled inwardly, noting that he would probably have stayed quiet had it not been for a fellow voice of reason as he saw it. Arcander's tale of his homeworld was interrupted by an odd silence from the aspirant that caused Orion to tilt his head curiously before the story continued.<br/>""I think more than a few knights would say a world filled with knight-menders is a very important thing. Means we can get up after being stabbed.""<br/>Orion said with a chuckle and smiled. Knight-menders on Telcaron had a great deal of appreciation due to the constant broken limbs caused during training bouts.<br/>""I'm curious though, how much do knight-menders learn about combat? Because I've heard tales of some rather amazing feats done while healing fallen friends."""
10848,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=500,2015-08-08T06:04:00,Esternial,"<blockquote><div><cite>Elysian Kentarchy <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=25527879#p25527879"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Esternial <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=25518521#p25518521"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Mhm"" Ritz hummed. She didn't want to pry, but it also felt as if Rache was really putting it out there - as if he wanted her to ask about it so he could take a weight off his heart. <br/><br/>""How serious?"" She asked, looked behind her back at Rache again as he blocked the blow of an imaginary opponent, only for a moment. After that she turned her attention to the sky again, waiting for an answer, if it would come at all.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>He mulls over how he should word things for a couple minutes. ""Well one was over an insult to my sister, arguably that wasn't as serious a duel but I take insults to my relatives very seriously, in the end family is all one has."" He closes his eyes and switches his blade from his right hand to his left getting practice in for that hand. ""But there was one that went as far as a duel can go: to the death and against someone I had considered to be my best friend to boot. Life is full of ironies isn't it?"" Rache steps up his pace as his sword moves much quicker against his imaginary opponent. ""Yet I do not regret this life despite its ironies. But that is enough about my life, I am sure it is boring to listen to someone like me talk.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Any story is worth listening to"" Ritz commented on Rache's last, self-deprecating words. It didn't take her keen intuition to know that the young man was deeply troubled, burdened by the past. Ritz could not relate - she had experienced pain and hardship too, but nothing she herself would describe with those words. Rache, on the other hand, spoke like an old and tattered soul inside a young body, consuming its vitality without relent. She pulled her legs closer again and embraced them, digging her head in between her knees. Being in Rache's presence cast down a feeling of gloom onto her, but he wasn't to blame.<br/><br/>Shaking off the nasty feeling, she got up and extended her hand. ""Esper"" She whispered as her hand vanished into hyperspace storage and pulled out her blade. Swinging it forward, she immediately pulled it back, causing the sword's mechanism to kick into gear and shift a number of moving parts to sheathe the blade and convert the sword into a tonfa, the blade's energy emitters no longer projecting the thin edge of a sword but spreading out the energy over a wider area.<br/><br/>""Striking air can only do so much. How about I assist you?"" She offered, raising the tonfa in a defensive stance. The wide but dense field of energy made small yet convenient energy shield. The pain mostly faded and her focus regained, she infused her muscles with a trickle of energy, just enough to compensate for their still sub-optimal state. It was an icy-warm feeling, like the touch of menthol penetrating her skin into the underlying tissue. As long as Rache didn't take it too far, she'd have no issue blocking his strikes."
10849,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=500,2015-08-09T06:02:00,Elysian Kentarchy,"<blockquote><div><cite>Esternial <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=25575180#p25575180"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Elysian Kentarchy <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=25527879#p25527879"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>He mulls over how he should word things for a couple minutes. ""Well one was over an insult to my sister, arguably that wasn't as serious a duel but I take insults to my relatives very seriously, in the end family is all one has."" He closes his eyes and switches his blade from his right hand to his left getting practice in for that hand. ""But there was one that went as far as a duel can go: to the death and against someone I had considered to be my best friend to boot. Life is full of ironies isn't it?"" Rache steps up his pace as his sword moves much quicker against his imaginary opponent. ""Yet I do not regret this life despite its ironies. But that is enough about my life, I am sure it is boring to listen to someone like me talk.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Any story is worth listening to"" Ritz commented on Rache's last, self-deprecating words. It didn't take her keen intuition to know that the young man was deeply troubled, burdened by the past. Ritz could not relate - she had experienced pain and hardship too, but nothing she herself would describe with those words. Rache, on the other hand, spoke like an old and tattered soul inside a young body, consuming its vitality without relent. She pulled her legs closer again and embraced them, digging her head in between her knees. Being in Rache's presence cast down a feeling of gloom onto her, but he wasn't to blame.<br/><br/>Shaking off the nasty feeling, she got up and extended her hand. ""Esper"" She whispered as her hand vanished into hyperspace storage and pulled out her blade. Swinging it forward, she immediately pulled it back, causing the sword's mechanism to kick into gear and shift a number of moving parts to sheathe the blade and convert the sword into a tonfa, the blade's energy emitters no longer projecting the thin edge of a sword but spreading out the energy over a wider area.<br/><br/>""Striking air can only do so much. How about I assist you?"" She offered, raising the tonfa in a defensive stance. The wide but dense field of energy made small yet convenient energy shield. The pain mostly faded and her focus regained, she infused her muscles with a trickle of energy, just enough to compensate for their still sub-optimal state. It was an icy-warm feeling, like the touch of menthol penetrating her skin into the underlying tissue. As long as Rache didn't take it too far, she'd have no issue blocking his strikes.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>I smile slightly and bow a little. ""If you are so willing that would be much helpful."" I remark with a bit of cheer as I make a quick adjustment to Solace. ""There Solace is now set to a lower level, borderline training level actually."" I feel cold for a moment and I shrug a little as if trying to shake off something, as if trying to dismiss something that had occurred in my mind. ""Though maybe salvation is unobtainable for me."" I mutter without even realizing it and continue to not realize it as I take up position with Solace. ""Let us begin."" I remark as I launch a quick attack with my to her left which she blocks. I then move into a series of thrusts and jabs aimed at penetrating her defense. I am not going all out and I am still wearing the weights so my moves are slow enough."
10850,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=500,2015-08-10T11:57:00,Mortelatuzia,"A single, beautiful blonde girl strolled through the luscious wilderness of an unfamiliar planet. She is a student from an academy of the highest regard in the Universe and yet still somehow managed to disappear. Apparently a strange glitch in the Academy's system wiped her name from the records. Fortunately, she was allowed to travel to Cathedral Gaelia and link up with a preexisting group. The land surrounding her was beautifully distracting after all, she hailed from a world ravaged by war and destruction so being able to see nature's handiwork was a splendid surprise. She walked very slowly towards the looming building on the cliff-side. She shivered and cursed under her breath with each step, hoping that she came to the right location for fear of having to trek farther through the darkness. What seemed like an hour past until she finally reached the large double doors of the resort. Whilst holding herself upright on the door-frame she reeled back and let two mighty knocks on the door's surface.<br/><br/>A woman in an elegant uniform guided the girl through the unlocked door, taking care with each precise and calculated step. Recognizing the uniform, the woman directed the guest up the stairs five floors before promptly returning to her station. The girl stood for awhile, seemingly bathing in the bright lights of the main floor. In a few moments she regained enough strength to continue and proceeded down the resort's halls and up the lengthy staircase.<br/><br/>After a few minutes of travel in the well-lit paths of the resort, she found herself in front of the suite to which she was directed. She sighed in relief and took a large breath breath before opening the door. Except she couldn't, the door was locked, after all her name was wiped from the system and she never even spoke to the woman at the registry. After the momentary defeat, she righted herself once again and gave a clear two knocks at the door."
10851,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=500,2015-08-11T23:47:00,Zarkenis Ultima,"Arcander chuckled at Orion's comments, nodding at the recruit. ""Yes, the services of our knight-menders are very appreciated by our fellow Orders, including the Phantom Blade, even if some of the more lively knights amuse themselves by making jokes about us every now and then."" He stated, recalling how a handful of students he had met at the Silver Hand Academy during his first few years of training were not very appreciative of his prior training or his ideals and abilities. He had since proven them wrong in their beliefs, but that was neither here nor there so he felt no need to comment on it.<br/><br/>""As for your other question, knight-menders are extensively trained in combat, just like any other knight; the less knowledgeable claim that we don't learn nearly as much about combat as other warriors do, but those people have no idea what they're talking about."" The white-haired aspirant said, his voice firm despite bearing no animosity towards 'those people'. ""The truth is that knight-menders have to learn how to fight because we are soldiers just like any other. What sets us apart from the rest is our unusual knowledge of medical matters and our almost exclusive dedication to the perfection of healing magic. I, for example, know plenty of elemental spells, but most of my magic knowledge of magic pertains to the healing arts."" He explained. ""Personally, I received under a decade of training before getting sent to the Academy, but I can tell you that one of the first things I was taught was that concentration was very important. We're supposed to be able to use our healing spells, even if we're alone and vastly outnumbered.""<br/><br/>The aspirant raised his fork and took a bite out of a meatball, swallowing before speaking again. ""That's the ideal, anyway."" He concluded.<br/><br/>Just then, there were two knocks on the door. Arcander turned to look at the door, slightly puzzled as he wondered who could be knocking, and was about to stand up and head over to open it, but he was beat by Aressa. The red-haired aspirant had been previously stuffing herself full of food, seafood mostly, in order to recover all that energy she had spent at the battle in the dragon skull chamber with her sword spells, but upon hearing the two knocks on the door, she immediately set down her plate and stood up.<br/><br/>""I'll get it, Arc."" She announced, nodding to her partner before effortlessly jumping over the sofa and walking up to the door, opening it.<br/><br/>At this point, she honestly expected it to be Cyranis again, about to bother them with some talk about what had transpired in the cavern or something about missing students or perhaps just checking on them. She also had considered that it might have been some other teacher, or perhaps Shanath or another member of her group, just dropping by to say hello or something mundane like that after the arduous battle at the dragon skull chamber.<br/><br/>What she didn't expect was to see a blonde girl she'd never seen before.<br/><br/>""May I help you?"" The redhead asked politely."
10852,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=500,2015-08-12T00:13:00,Mortelatuzia,"After a seemingly endless wade through the dark, the door of the girl's location was answered by a fair looking red haired lady. Holding back the initial instinct to comment on her appearance the girl responded to in a strong but still somehow dainty voice.<br/><br/>""Umm... Hello! M-My name is Elysia Invorça, I'm a member of group A-23 for the Academy but my name was wiped from the system by a virus, or glitch, or something. The teacher at the school sent me here an-.""<br/><br/>For a brief moment Elysia's mind drifted away and she stumbled slightly. The time spent travelling through the dark of space and night had definitely taken a toll on her energy. But she stomped on the floor to wake herself up and put on a bright smile to reassure the lady in her way.<br/><br/>""And now I'm here! Nice to meet you!"" She nearly shouted with a peculiar spark of energy.<br/><br/>She took a moment to observe her surroundings, particularly the people that were within the suite. They all seemed to be relaxing, but each of them had a personality written all over their body language and all of them were slightly daunting. Unused to being close to people since the loss of her parents, she took a small step back filled with an irrational fear and a want to run away. But, as she had barely enough energy to walk away she merely gulped and hoped dearly for some sort of comfort."
10853,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=500,2015-08-12T09:11:00,Atlannia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saleon <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=25497736#p25497736"">wrote</a>:</cite>Kal caught sight of both Rache and Ritz leaving one after the other. He didn't feel that they had any meeting or event set up beforehand. It seemed more that Ritz was leaving for some reason to do with Rache, though he had no clue what was wrong with him. He left absurdly quickly, and, Kal had hoped to follow had he not had to talk with Alfenn.<br/><br/>Kal placed his fingers to his lips with instinctively, before feeling a slight bit of disappointment. He pretty much knew that his time here training was going to force him off his habit. A habit he picked up out of stress, was going to be kicked in such a strange place, so far from home; it was almost stressful in a sense. He moved his hands to the table and picked up a small fork, and began twirling it around his fingers. He almost had the urge to put that to his lips as a substitute, but then decided it might be best not to. Either way...<br/><br/>""so Alfenn,"" he asked, "" I've got two questions for you, err, one for you and one about this duel... in a sense. As per her honor in the code duello, she has opted for the use of magic. My second is, why'd you decide to be his second? I'm not questioning your reasoning, or at least not being confrontational. I just want to know."" He'd done his part for her, considering she had asked for him to wait on the conditions of the fight, before designating the duel itself. He held to a sense of honor in that regard, and as the peaceful voice of the duelist in question, choosing against her will and notions would deface not only his reputation, but be in direct opposition to his own code-- two things he'd rather avoid.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""...Hm? Oh, my apologies, I've been somewhat distracted all night, I must be tired,"" Alfenn said, surprised by the question. He offered an apologetic smile that didn't quite reach his dark eyes, which remained distracted.<span style=""font-style: italic"">I wonder where Rache wondered off to. And that cough didn't sound too good. Maybe I should seriously try and talk him out of this this... Or step in.</span>""I'll make sure Rache is informed of her decision, as for your question... I'll say this much, we're all here representing our Order's which means that some people should exercise a little more tact and some other people are obliged to respond forcefully to insults they would be willing to shrug off on a personal level. Besides that..."" Alfenn was thoughtfully silent for a moment, clasping his hands together in his lap. ""I don't think Rache's anger was out of place. For anyone whose lost people to Heathens its fairly understandable."" Alfenn lapsed into silence once more.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">I really should go after him</span>he thought.<span style=""font-style: italic"">But then again what would I even say? And Ritz is with him as well, perhaps it's best to let her talk to him for a while.</span>Alfenn didn't know the girl all that well, in fact with the exception of Jynna Alfenn still found himself to be slightly stiff and distanced from most of the other students. But even he could sense that Ritz had a talent for empathy he doubted he'd ever acquire.<span style=""font-style: italic"">I'll speak to him later,</span>Alfenn decide, reaching a compromise.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Hopefully then I can get to the bottom of this.</span>"
10854,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=500,2015-08-12T17:20:00,Esternial,"With every blow aimed at her, Ritz responds by thrusting her weapon into its trajectory, the dense field of energy pushing back Rache's blade each time it struck. Though her motive was to help Rache, the exercise helped Ritz acclimate to her restored musculature - she even felt a little stronger than before, as if she had gone through a brief but rigorous training regimen. She started off with the intent for a casual training session, but being back in top form, at least more or less, Ritz could help but notice the faintest hint of restraint in Rache's strikes.<br/><br/>He was holding back. Rache perhaps thought he was going slow enough, but to Ritz he was going<span style=""font-style: italic"">too</span>slow. Couldn't really blame him, since this still was<span style=""font-style: italic"">just</span>some casual training. In the back of her mind, Rache's last words before beginning his series of attacks still lingered, or at least would have if Ritz had caught them. He spoke too faintly for her to hear. Everything about Rache screamed repression and restraint, a wounded soul. Maybe Ritz just has to coax him to focus his mind on his swordplay rather than his brooding thoughts.<br/><br/>Now.<br/><br/>Rather than block, this time Ritz dodged Rache's attack, breaking the repetitive series of strikes and blocks that was indubitably dulling Rache's attention. She acted quickly, grabbing Rache's sword arm with her free hand and using her leg to sweep him off his feet, throwing him down onto the ground. Ritz excelled in unarmed combat, so it took little to no effort at all.<br/><br/>""You were getting a bit predictable"" Ritz commented as she looked own on Rache, before bending down slightly and extending her hand to help him up.<br/><br/>""Your attacks seemed...restrained. Would it help if I put on my armor?"""
10855,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=500,2015-08-13T07:56:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Atlannia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=25625817#p25625817"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Saleon <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=25497736#p25497736"">wrote</a>:</cite>Kal caught sight of both Rache and Ritz leaving one after the other. He didn't feel that they had any meeting or event set up beforehand. It seemed more that Ritz was leaving for some reason to do with Rache, though he had no clue what was wrong with him. He left absurdly quickly, and, Kal had hoped to follow had he not had to talk with Alfenn.<br/><br/>Kal placed his fingers to his lips with instinctively, before feeling a slight bit of disappointment. He pretty much knew that his time here training was going to force him off his habit. A habit he picked up out of stress, was going to be kicked in such a strange place, so far from home; it was almost stressful in a sense. He moved his hands to the table and picked up a small fork, and began twirling it around his fingers. He almost had the urge to put that to his lips as a substitute, but then decided it might be best not to. Either way...<br/><br/>""so Alfenn,"" he asked, "" I've got two questions for you, err, one for you and one about this duel... in a sense. As per her honor in the code duello, she has opted for the use of magic. My second is, why'd you decide to be his second? I'm not questioning your reasoning, or at least not being confrontational. I just want to know."" He'd done his part for her, considering she had asked for him to wait on the conditions of the fight, before designating the duel itself. He held to a sense of honor in that regard, and as the peaceful voice of the duelist in question, choosing against her will and notions would deface not only his reputation, but be in direct opposition to his own code-- two things he'd rather avoid.</div></blockquote><br/>""...Hm? Oh, my apologies, I've been somewhat distracted all night, I must be tired,"" Alfenn said, surprised by the question. He offered an apologetic smile that didn't quite reach his dark eyes, which remained distracted. <span style=""font-style: italic"">I wonder where Rache wondered off to. And that cough didn't sound too good. Maybe I should seriously try and talk him out of this this... Or step in.</span> ""I'll make sure Rache is informed of her decision, as for your question... I'll say this much, we're all here representing our Order's which means that some people should exercise a little more tact and some other people are obliged to respond forcefully to insults they would be willing to shrug off on a personal level. Besides that..."" Alfenn was thoughtfully silent for a moment, clasping his hands together in his lap. ""I don't think Rache's anger was out of place. For anyone whose lost people to Heathens its fairly understandable."" Alfenn lapsed into silence once more.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">I really should go after him</span> he thought. <span style=""font-style: italic"">But then again what would I even say? And Ritz is with him as well, perhaps it's best to let her talk to him for a while.</span> Alfenn didn't know the girl all that well, in fact with the exception of Jynna Alfenn still found himself to be slightly stiff and distanced from most of the other students. But even he could sense that Ritz had a talent for empathy he doubted he'd ever acquire. <span style=""font-style: italic"">I'll speak to him later,</span> Alfenn decide, reaching a compromise. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Hopefully then I can get to the bottom of this.</span></div></blockquote><br/>""Hey Alfenn..."" Spoke a voice suddenly. Jynna had finally summoned the will to speak. She inhaled. She needed to talk to him. ""Alf... can we please talk..."" She asked, the tall woman uncharecteristically fumbling for words and figiting nervously. She was in way over her head. She didn't know how she was suppose to aproach him... after... that. She supposed just like before, ""Can we talk about what happened in the cave... I think we need to talk about things a little before we proceed further."" She paused. ""I mean,.. I'm not sure either of us are experienced at... that stuff..."""
10856,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=500,2015-08-14T20:28:00,Zarkenis Ultima,"Aressa observed the girl as she explained herself, claiming to be a student who had been accidentally wiped from the records, and that she belonged to group A-23, her group. Puzzled, but not altogether surprised (her group had been the object of rather unorthodox swelling these days), the aspirant nodded as the girl continued to tell her story. However, when she stumbled forward, the red-haired woman was alarmed. The girl stomped the ground and looked up with a smile, but even then, the aspirant was concerned with her well-being; after all, she had just nearly fallen to the ground, even if she had caught herself just in time. She could tell that the blonde girl was worn, and so, she decided not to waste any more time with unnecessary questions.<br/><br/>Nodding at the girl, Aressa stepped aside to let her in. ""Alright. A pleasure to meet you as well, Elysia. My name is Aressa Alistar and I am one of the two aspirant guides of Group A-23. The white-haired lad over there is Arcander Brightshield, your other guide, and the others will be your classmates from here onwards."" The red-haired aspirant explained quickly, and placed a hand on Elysia's shoulder afterwards, as if to gently guide her along to one of the sofas, so that she could sit down. ""Now, we were just having dinner, so feel free to join in. I don't know if you've walked a lot to get here, but you sure look like you could rest a bit."" She said to the girl."
10857,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=500,2015-08-14T21:23:00,Mortelatuzia,"""Thank you, Miss Alistár."" Elysia replied with a slight but noticeable overaccentuating of the 'e', a by-product of her homeworld's dialect. She easily slipped onto one of the sofas and finally allowed herself to relax. Whilst helping herself to dinner she couldn't help but maintain a distance from the rest of the group. She didn't ignore them though, she looked over each and every one of them. All of her peers seemed capable, well-versed in their skills, confident in their lives. She envied the luxuries they must have had, it made her reminisce about her homeland. On Daemoria nearly everyone stuck to themselves and their families, doing anything they could to survive the ravaged environment and rarely spending time for leisure. A part of her wanted to be mad at them, but she knew it was not right thing to do. She sighed a bit too loudly as she shifted her thoughts to her two group leaders. They both seemed strong, confident, and close to one another. They did not appear strained from the years of training they must have gone through already, but then again it also may be that they too learned how to mask their emotions.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">'Nevermind that. You're hear now and there's no changing that. It's what they would have wanted. They aren't bad people. Just like Dad always said, no one is truly evil.'</span>She decided not to think about it anymore, instead diverting her attention to her food and her food alone. Tomorrow she will have the strength to adapt, surely.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""color: #FFBF00"">'Just keep eating.</span> <span style=""color: #FF8000"">Eat and be quiet.</span> <span style=""color: #FF4080"">So tired...'</span></span>"
10858,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=500,2015-08-14T21:52:00,Saleon,"<blockquote><div><cite>Atlannia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=25625817#p25625817"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Saleon <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=25497736#p25497736"">wrote</a>:</cite>""My second is, why'd you decide to be his second? I'm not questioning your reasoning, or at least not being confrontational. I just want to know."" </div></blockquote><br/>""I don't think Rache's anger was out of place. For anyone whose lost people to Heathens its fairly understandable."" </div></blockquote>""tch,"" he said playfully, ""y'know, for the sake of disclosure. I do agree her attack his character was crass, but I don't believe in Rache's principals. Second I have been missing a good duel, so a show is not a bad thing. I don't see too much in it, and I don't think that anger will be there for long. It's a side show at best, and then they'll bury their grudges in their studies.""<br/><br/>""I just find your reason dull. too fixed, have fun instead,"" he added.<br/><blockquote><div><cite>Mortelatuzia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=25656728#p25656728"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Thank you, Miss Aréssa."" Elysia replied with a slight but noticeable overaccentuating of the 'e', a by-product of her homeworld's dialect. She easily slipped onto one of the sofas and finally allowed herself to relax. Whilst helping herself to dinner she couldn't help but maintain a distance from the rest of the group. She didn't ignore them though, she looked over each and every one of them. All of her peers seemed capable, well-versed in their skills, confident in their lives. She envied the luxuries they must have had, it made her reminisce about her homeland. On Daemoria nearly everyone stuck to themselves and their families, doing anything they could to survive the ravaged environment and rarely spending time for leisure. A part of her wanted to be mad at them, but she knew it was not right thing to do. She sighed a bit too loudly as she shifted her thoughts to her two group leaders. They both seemed strong, confident, and close to one another. They did not appear strained from the years of training they must have gone through already, but then again it also may be that they too learned how to mask their emotions.</div></blockquote>Kal asked for a small drink, and looked at the strange new initiate. Gold hair, golden attitude,<span style=""font-style: italic"">pure sunchild.</span>A silly type, but questionable.<br/><br/>Glitches in systems raise flags like mad, leery eyes would be popping up, although not Kal's. His eyes had been looking for a slight bit of fun. Questions and setting out formality only drew his boredom. ""now, now. hats off to the new inotiate. Welcome to the halfway club. the half way through... and we just started!"" he giggled while raising his glass, ""cheers."""
10859,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=500,2015-08-14T22:43:00,Mortelatuzia,"Elysia stopped abruptly when the dark-haired man called her out.<span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""color: #FF0000"">'Cocky.'</span></span>She thought as she took a breath and looked up into his red eyes, his giddy look, his overconfident smile. She wanted to lash out but he pushed away those thoughts.<span style=""color: #FF8000"">'He's probably just a Joker.'</span>As she reached for her glass of water she once again became keenly aware of the people present.<span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""color: #FF8000"">'Don't overact.</span> <span style=""color: #FF4000"">Don't overact.</span> <span style=""color: #FF0000"">Don't over-'</span></span><br/><br/>""Thanks! Life gets boring if there isn't a curve-ball or two. Consider me your curve-ball."" She said coolly, beaming a coy grin at him and winking, almost on instinct. Without any further thought she took the glass to her lips and nearly choked as she drank it all without pausing for a breath. And as quickly as it came her energy levels swooped right back down. She slowly placed her glass back on the table and bite her lip, refusing to look up.<br/><br/><span style=""color: #FF00BF""><span style=""font-style: italic"">'Shit.'</span></span>"
10860,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=500,2015-08-15T10:19:00,Atlannia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saleon <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=25656987#p25656987"">wrote</a>:</cite>""tch,"" he said playfully, ""y'know, for the sake of disclosure. I do agree her attack his character was crass, but I don't believe in Rache's principals. Second I have been missing a good duel, so a show is not a bad thing. I don't see too much in it, and I don't think that anger will be there for long. It's a side show at best, and then they'll bury their grudges in their studies.""<br/><br/>""I just find your reason dull. too fixed, have fun instead,"" he added.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""I am deeply sorry if my personal convictions bore you,"" replied Alfenn, with a little stiffness and perhaps slightly more than a little sarcasm. ""In the future I will endeavour to refrain from sharing them with you and boring you any further. Alfenn was about to, somewhat unwisely, add another comment when another, much more pleasant voice interrupted.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=25637036#p25637036"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Hey Alfenn..."" Spoke a voice suddenly. Jynna had finally summoned the will to speak. She inhaled. She needed to talk to him. ""Alf... can we please talk..."" She asked, the tall woman uncharecteristically fumbling for words and figiting nervously. She was in way over her head. She didn't know how she was suppose to aproach him... after... that. She supposed just like before, ""Can we talk about what happened in the cave... I think we need to talk about things a little before we proceed further."" She paused. ""I mean,.. I'm not sure either of us are experienced at... that stuff...""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Umm, yes,"" replied Alfenn quickly, his expression softening and his cheeks reddening slightly. ""I think that would be...wise,"" With that he stood up, straightening his clothes and offering Kal a short nod. ""If you'll excuse us,"" he said evenly, before turning back to Jynna."
10861,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=500,2015-08-15T16:35:00,Ularn,"Seeing Alfenn depart Kal's company with Jynna, Kyrissa left the table with an apologetic smile towards those she'd been speaking with and approached him. She was feeling very tired now and wanted to get to bed for what little sleep she expected would actually be allowed her. There were a few things she had to take care of first.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>""So,"" she asked Kal quietly while subtly interposing herself between him and the others in the room, not just to stop them overhearing but also in the hopes Kal would keep his attention on her; he seemed somehow intoxicated, ""What have they decided?"""
10862,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=500,2015-08-15T17:05:00,The Starlight,"<blockquote><div><cite>Mortelatuzia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=25657352#p25657352"">wrote</a>:</cite>Elysia stopped abruptly when the dark-haired man called her out. <span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""color: #FF0000"">'Cocky.'</span></span> She thought as she took a breath and looked up into his red eyes, his giddy look, his overconfident smile. She wanted to lash out but he pushed away those thoughts. <span style=""color: #FF8000"">'He's probably just a Joker.'</span> As she reached for her glass of water she once again became keenly aware of the people present. <span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""color: #FF8000"">'Don't overact.</span> <span style=""color: #FF4000"">Don't overact.</span> <span style=""color: #FF0000"">Don't over-'</span></span><br/><br/>""Thanks! Life gets boring if there isn't a curve-ball or two. Consider me your curve-ball."" She said coolly, beaming a coy grin at him and winking, almost on instinct. Without any further thought she took the glass to her lips and nearly choked as she drank it all without pausing for a breath. And as quickly as it came her energy levels swooped right back down. She slowly placed her glass back on the table and bite her lip, refusing to look up.<br/><br/><span style=""color: #FF00BF""><span style=""font-style: italic"">'Shit.'</span></span></div></blockquote><br/>Ellyn frowned a bit at Kal's attitude, the student seeming a bit drunk or something like that. Finishing her meal, which was as good as always, she walked over, everyone else engaged in other activities. ""Hey there,"" she greeted Elysia. ""Nice to meet you, I'm Ellyn. Ellyn Tarembor. Welcome to A-23,"" she said, smiling at her slightly and sticking out a hand to shake. ""Seems like we're getting all the new fellows,"" she mused aloud, her eyes flitting around the room."
10863,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=525,2015-08-15T17:38:00,Mortelatuzia,"Elysia heard the approach of another student and silently cursed under her breath.<span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""color: #FF8000"">'So much for waiting for tomorrow, now you've done it.'</span></span>She sighed before turning to the approaching girl with a smile. Golden hair, like hers, composed and friendly, easily likable. All these observations flooded into her head as she took the girl's hand and daintily shook it.<span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""color: #FF00BF"">'She's very friendly, can she be a friend? </span><span style=""color: #FF0000"">No. Too soon to know. don't let your guard down.'</span></span>Despite her head flooding with thoughts she could not contain, externally she remained composed and calm.<br/><br/>""Nice to meet you too, Miss Tárembor. M-My name is Elysia Invorça."" Over-accentuation again. She let her hand fall to her side as the girl commented. She briefly looked at the man who had spoken to her earlier before quickly averting her gaze to the floor. She couldn't help it, he looked familiar. He looked like-<span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""color: #FFBF00"">'Forget it. Focus on the present.'</span></span>She looked up at the girl in front of her again. Her gaze clear yet somewhat apologetic.<br/><br/>""I-I'm sorry. It doesn't seem like that big of a group."" She stated clearly before returning her gaze back down to the ground. Then she said something else, in a low whisper meant only for her own ears.<br/><br/><span style=""color: #BF0080"">""Might be too big for me though.""</span>"
10864,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=525,2015-08-16T05:09:00,Elysian Kentarchy,"<blockquote><div><cite>Esternial <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=25630807#p25630807"">wrote</a>:</cite>With every blow aimed at her, Ritz responds by thrusting her weapon into its trajectory, the dense field of energy pushing back Rache's blade each time it struck. Though her motive was to help Rache, the exercise helped Ritz acclimate to her restored musculature - she even felt a little stronger than before, as if she had gone through a brief but rigorous training regimen. She started off with the intent for a casual training session, but being back in top form, at least more or less, Ritz could help but notice the faintest hint of restraint in Rache's strikes. <br/><br/>He was holding back. Rache perhaps thought he was going slow enough, but to Ritz he was going <span style=""font-style: italic"">too</span> slow. Couldn't really blame him, since this still was <span style=""font-style: italic"">just</span> some casual training. In the back of her mind, Rache's last words before beginning his series of attacks still lingered, or at least would have if Ritz had caught them. He spoke too faintly for her to hear. Everything about Rache screamed repression and restraint, a wounded soul. Maybe Ritz just has to coax him to focus his mind on his swordplay rather than his brooding thoughts. <br/><br/>Now.<br/><br/>Rather than block, this time Ritz dodged Rache's attack, breaking the repetitive series of strikes and blocks that was indubitably dulling Rache's attention. She acted quickly, grabbing Rache's sword arm with her free hand and using her leg to sweep him off his feet, throwing him down onto the ground. Ritz excelled in unarmed combat, so it took little to no effort at all.<br/><br/>""You were getting a bit predictable"" Ritz commented as she looked own on Rache, before bending down slightly and extending her hand to help him up. <br/><br/>""Your attacks seemed...restrained. Would it help if I put on my armor?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>To say I was mildly surprised at the turn of events would be a correct statement but I don't let that show on my face. I take the hand she offers but I wince after she helps me up. ""Sorry, just an old injury."" I apologize to her. ""A spear in the gut leaves its marks after all, even with healing magic."" I straighten myself out slightly stretching. ""As for my attacks being restrained its just a habit formed when your average week consists on being combat ready at all times so you learn to spar conservatively in order to ensure that you don't expend energy that can be used for fighting. 'Six days of fire one day of rest' as its popularly called. Plus I am wearing these."" I gesture at the weights around by hands and untie them so they fall on the ground with a slight thud. I then cross my arms. ""If I was actually going all out or treated this as a real battle things would be much more... fast paced and random."" Seemingly out of nowhere, while keeping my arms crossed, I produce a couple daggers in both my hands and throw one a fairly good distance. ""It is just the style I have learned in fighting a war that never ends."" I remark smiling slightly but I have a feeling that my smile is empty. ""When you go off every day knowing that this day could be your last you develop your own fighting style. These are hard to throw but they are the style I have learned so I have adapted. Every piece of clothing I have has been modified somewhat in order to hide weapons on my body."" I sigh looking up at the stars. ""It is a sad way to live, fighting every day to ensure we can live another day, but it is the fate we have been condemned to."" I keep staring at the stars. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Were the stars always this pretty to look at? It is hard for me to remember.</span>"" I think and then say to Ritz ""Regardless regardless, back on topic. If you want a more involved sparring match I would have no objection. As for armor... well I'll let the choice for everything be yours."" I deactivate Solace, sit down on the ground with my legs crossed, lay Solace on my lap, and stare at the sky."
10865,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=525,2015-08-16T07:10:00,Esternial,"Though his mention of the old injury solicited pity, Rache's thinly veiled boasting of his skills - intentional or not - somewhat dampened Ritz' compassion at first. He was quite thorough in explaining why he was so easily floored. When Rache began lamenting about his life, though, she couldn't help but feel his pain, the sensation of his energy pressing down on her shoulders like a bag weighted with rocks. It was a color of gloom she had never experienced before.<br/><br/>""Better not, then."" Ritz answered in a hushed tone. The atmosphere underneath the starry night had turned sour, the stars above seeming like little more than struggling beacons of light fighting the darkness rather than twinkling diamonds across a dark blue tapestry.<br/><br/>With all the strength she could muster, Ritz forced a smile.<br/><br/>""Strength doesn't solely come from yourself. It comes from your comrades, too. People you can rely on.""<br/><br/>She walked up to Rache, stopping next to him and turned towards him.<br/><br/>""So maybe it's time to do some other training, and strengthen the bonds with your fellow students."" She said, smiling - this time genuinely, and turning back around as she slowly strolled back towards the resort.<br/><br/>""You can only do so much on your own"" She added, turning her head one last time before heading back. Ritz was a warm and supportive person, but nobody benefited from lies and honeyed words. Others could only do so much to help him - Rache had to bring up the strength himself, strength one couldn't hone through mere physical exercise."
10866,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=525,2015-08-16T11:25:00,Pyrade,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Orion</span><br/>Orion looked around the room. Kyrissa was talking to Kal, whom, if memory served, was her second for the duel. Ritz had left after the verbose one, and a new student had joined their ranks, which made Orion smile. They were becoming quite a large group now, no doubt there would be plenty of interesting times ahead if this past outing were anything to go on. He chuckled and turned to Juna,<br/>""Well, seems there's one more little gem in our odd bunch. Hope she gets some time to acclimatise, I'd say our lot is a bit . . . Intense to be with.""<br/>He said, recalling the debates that had taken place back at the cave, not to mention the rivalry that had started up between Kyr and Rache almost instantaneously.<br/>""Are you going to the duel tomorrow Juna? I'd like to give Kyr my support in the matter, yet at the same time I'm not entirely sure it would make for a fun spectacle.""<br/>He muttered in a tone that communicated the understatement.<br/>""Nor do I know when it is. Guess its not really my business is it?""<br/>He mused aloud with half a smile."
10867,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=525,2015-08-17T05:11:00,Elysian Kentarchy,"I sigh. ""Perhaps you are right. Perhaps if I was how I used to be I would agree with you completely and work on it immediately. But now I fear that it is ten years too late for that, or at least five."" I then think. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">After all I am already tainted. Thus I am to be nothing more than a tool for the sake of the Order.</span>"" I stand up and stretch. ""But that's enough of the pity party. I don't even deserve that much."" I follow some distance behind Ritz back to the resort. ""Also please do not think think too badly of me. I am grateful for the sparring and for your words on the matter. I am not completely without ability to form bonds. In the Order you learn quickly to trust your life to your Brothers and Sisters. That allows us to form extremely deep bonds but the drawback of such a deep connection is that it makes it... difficult to work with people who are not part of the Order due to how deep our bonds are. Self-reliance is has, unfortunately, become a virtue to us. But please trust me that I will meditate on what you have said, that's all I can promise."" I then think ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">How long I will be able to do so is another problem entirely. This illness and the life I have lived has worn me down so much.</span>"" I fall completely silent."
10868,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=525,2015-08-17T05:16:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Atlannia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=25661689#p25661689"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Saleon <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=25656987#p25656987"">wrote</a>:</cite>""tch,"" he said playfully, ""y'know, for the sake of disclosure. I do agree her attack his character was crass, but I don't believe in Rache's principals. Second I have been missing a good duel, so a show is not a bad thing. I don't see too much in it, and I don't think that anger will be there for long. It's a side show at best, and then they'll bury their grudges in their studies.""<br/><br/>""I just find your reason dull. too fixed, have fun instead,"" he added.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""I am deeply sorry if my personal convictions bore you,"" replied Alfenn, with a little stiffness and perhaps slightly more than a little sarcasm. ""In the future I will endeavour to refrain from sharing them with you and boring you any further. Alfenn was about to, somewhat unwisely, add another comment when another, much more pleasant voice interrupted.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=25637036#p25637036"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Hey Alfenn..."" Spoke a voice suddenly. Jynna had finally summoned the will to speak. She inhaled. She needed to talk to him. ""Alf... can we please talk..."" She asked, the tall woman uncharecteristically fumbling for words and figiting nervously. She was in way over her head. She didn't know how she was suppose to aproach him... after... that. She supposed just like before, ""Can we talk about what happened in the cave... I think we need to talk about things a little before we proceed further."" She paused. ""I mean,.. I'm not sure either of us are experienced at... that stuff...""</div></blockquote> <br/><br/>""Umm, yes,"" replied Alfenn quickly, his expression softening and his cheeks reddening slightly. ""I think that would be...wise,"" With that he stood up, straightening his clothes and offering Kal a short nod. ""If you'll excuse us,"" he said evenly, before turning back to Jynna.</div></blockquote><br/>Jyn smilled slightly and she placed her hands on Alfenns, holding them together. ""Okay..."" She spoke. ""Well, I think the two of us together is a really good idea. So we should handle this carefully, not go too fast... or too slow."" She paused. ""Just... don't lie to me and I think we'll be alright."" She continued. Then smiled. ""So... I've been meaning to ask... what made you do that... back in the cave?"""
10869,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=525,2015-08-18T09:03:00,Saleon,"<blockquote><div><cite>Ularn <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=25665555#p25665555"">wrote</a>:</cite>Seeing Alfenn depart Kal's company with Jynna, Kyrissa left the table with an apologetic smile towards those she'd been speaking with and approached him. She was feeling very tired now and wanted to get to bed for what little sleep she expected would actually be allowed her. There were a few things she had to take care of first.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>""So,"" she asked Kal quietly while subtly interposing herself between him and the others in the room, not just to stop them overhearing but also in the hopes Kal would keep his attention on her; he seemed somehow intoxicated, ""What have they decided?""</div></blockquote>""first blood, they agreed to a magical duel... just be ready, even if you think you have an advantage, you dont know how he fights or what he has up his sleeves.""<br/><br/>Kal looked around to see Alfenn real quick as he ducked out, and Kal connected the dots, realizing he may have hit a couple of cords best left alone. Kal soon hushed up for a second. A little fun never hurt a guy, but Kal wasn't one for just a little fun. even at home he had been contentious among caused a couple of fights by ""playing around."" He gave a small sigh, and placed his fingers to his lips. It calmed him down, and gave a bitter aftertaste of nothing.<br/><br/>""so miss, what is your home like?"" he questioned."
10870,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=525,2015-08-18T09:32:00,Esternial,"Rache's remained intent on lamenting the hardship of his life, combining it with a twinge of self-deprecation. It now began to annoy Ritz. The young man seemed woefully inept at social interaction and incapable of externalizing his feelings. Everything he said - his behaviour, it all came across as a cry from help, but rather than voice that need he insisted on behaving like a wounded hero that needed to withstand all and perish only after enduring it all, with an obligatory sad yet epic background tune to emphasis his heroic struggle of self-sacrifice. Life is hardship. Life is suffering.<br/><br/>To Ritz, Rache's muddled nature - borderline emo - was toxic. She didn't particularly hate or dislike him, as Ritz was almost incapable of hatred, but she did hold a strong resentment to the culture that reared Rache and made him turn out the way he was today. She wished he at least tried to avoid pushing himself further into his pit of self-deprecation and depression and admitted to his own desire for someone to help him - to acknowledge him. She didn't quite understand, nor could she quite grasps how deep his pit went, but Ritz didn't have to read minds to know Rache's thoughts were dark and brooding, and probably were like that most of the time. He lived to fight, and only to fight, so it seemed, and that was incredibly sad. She remained silent as he spoke, and responded to his words with brevity, without even parting her lips.<br/><br/>""Mhm."" The somber tone was hard not to distinguish.<br/><br/>Despite having only spent very little time with him, Ritz felt mentally exhausted. As soon as she returned, Rache several steps behind her, she could only think of her warm bed.<br/><br/>""He-"" She began, before noticing a new face. ""Hi, I don't think we've met. My name is Ritz."" With a polite smile she lightly grabbed hold of the edges of her skirt and gave a modest curtsy. Despite her brain screaming at her to head to bed, Ritz ignored the feeling. It would be impolite to return to her room without talking to the new girl for at least a brief moment. Students that spent enough time with her would likely notice the dejected atmosphere that hung around Ritz, a woman that was usually fairly content and cheerful.<br/><br/>""This is Rache, another student in our group."" She added, gesturing to the student that followed her inside."
10871,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=525,2015-08-18T09:45:00,The Starlight,"<blockquote><div><cite>Mortelatuzia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=25666288#p25666288"">wrote</a>:</cite>Elysia heard the approach of another student and silently cursed under her breath. <span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""color: #FF8000"">'So much for waiting for tomorrow, now you've done it.'</span></span> She sighed before turning to the approaching girl with a smile. Golden hair, like hers, composed and friendly, easily likable. All these observations flooded into her head as she took the girl's hand and daintily shook it. <span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""color: #FF00BF"">'She's very friendly, can she be a friend? </span><span style=""color: #FF0000"">No. Too soon to know. don't let your guard down.'</span></span> Despite her head flooding with thoughts she could not contain, externally she remained composed and calm.<br/><br/>""Nice to meet you too, Miss Ellýn. M-My name is Elysia Invorça."" Over-accentuation again. She let her hand fall to her side as the girl commented. She briefly looked at the man who had spoken to her earlier before quickly averting her gaze to the floor. She couldn't help it, he looked familiar. He looked like- <span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""color: #FFBF00"">'Forget it. Focus on the present.'</span></span> She looked up at the girl in front of her again. Her gaze clear yet somewhat apologetic.<br/><br/>""I-I'm sorry. It doesn't seem like that big of a group."" She stated clearly before returning her gaze back down to the ground. Then she said something else, in a low whisper meant only for her own ears.<br/><br/><span style=""color: #BF0080"">""Might be too big for me though.""</span></div></blockquote><br/>She smiled at the girl who had golden hair like her own. ""Perhaps, it's just me then,"" she said shrugging. ""But you're the fourth new student we've gotten in a few days, I believe. I'd have to look at the other groups and determine their size to be sure."" She took a moment to stop talking, looking at the varied festivities occuring in the room. ""What planet do you hail from, Elysia, if you don't mind my asking, and how did you end up at the Academy? Don't feel obligated to answer if you don't want to, of course,"" said Ellyn, taking a seat."
10872,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=525,2015-08-18T12:27:00,Mortelatuzia,"Elysia sat upright and composed herself. The dinner she had made her feel better, made her have more of the energy that she longed for. She noticed two more students coming in an introducing themselves, which made her happy and yet all the more worried. She shrugged it off however, she would not let fear control her. Besides, what are the odds of something so extreme happening twice in her short life? Either way she couldn't help but be a bit nervous so she bowed her head to try and maintain her composure.<br/><br/>""Nice to meet you. Miss Rítze. Mister Raché."" Again with the accent that she hated so much. She couldn't help it, all of her home spoke in that dialect. Names are hardest to try and rid of it, perhaps she just needs to hear them more clearly. ""M-My name is Elysia Invorça."" She turned back to the other girl but spoke loud enough for all of them to hear. After all, it's part of the introduction process, right?<br/><br/>""My home is Daemoria, in the High Northwest Sector. You can spot it from anywhere in that galaxy, i-it has a crater that covers half the surface that goes down to the core in the middle."" She paused as she remembered her home planet. As a child she used to travel outside the city limits and sit on the cliff looking over the dead side of the planet. From there it just seemed like the world ended and went off into space, aside from the bright light and heat emerging from the small holes that lead to the molten core.<br/><br/>""H-How I got to the Academy? W-Well..."" She looked around for some comfort, but found none in the dimly lit room filled with strangers. She looked again at the black-haired man across the room, whom she did not even know the name of. She let out a sigh and took a deep breath before speaking again. ""M-My parents are, er, were very famous and-"" She shook her head, she couldn't lie about it, she had to tell the truth. ""Well, I guess it's because I won a duel and word got around about me, probably. I-I don't know, it's all a blur. I'm sorry.""<br/><br/>She took another breath and this time a single tear rolled down her cheek. She spoke once more, in a defeated tone, more to herself than anyone else.<br/><br/><span style=""color: #FF0080"">""I'm sorry.""</span>"
10873,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=525,2015-08-19T02:22:00,Ularn,"""I know what I'm doing,"" Kyrissa almost snapped in reply to Kal'kul's warning, then immediately regretted her tone. She was tired and sick and fed up of people regarding her like some silly little girl without a clue of what she was letting herself in for. Did none of them realise she was a Kerembor? Did no-one realise what that meant?<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>That was no excuse for her to treat Kal so harshly though. No-one else was on her side; even Orion's words of support seemed now like more undue concerns for her safety than any sort of encouragement.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>Then Rache walked back in on the trail of Ritz and once more Kyr felt an urgent desire to be anywhere - absolutely anywhere - besides that room.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>""I-I'm sorry, Kal,"" she murmured and rubbed her eyes which were now developing deep circles of maroon, ""I'm just so tired and I really need sleep more than a conversation right now, and I still need to take care of some things before tomorrow. I'll see you in the morning. Sorry."""
10874,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=525,2015-08-20T19:15:00,Saleon,"<blockquote><div><cite>Ularn <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=25706001#p25706001"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I know what I'm doing,"" Kyrissa almost snapped in reply to Kal'kul's warning, then immediately regretted her tone. She was tired and sick and fed up of people regarding her like some silly little girl without a clue of what she was letting herself in for. Did none of them realise she was a Kerembor? Did no-one realise what that meant?<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>That was no excuse for her to treat Kal so harshly though. No-one else was on her side; even Orion's words of support seemed now like more undue concerns for her safety than any sort of encouragement.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>Then Rache walked back in on the trail of Ritz and once more Kyr felt an urgent desire to be anywhere - absolutely anywhere - besides that room.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>""I-I'm sorry, Kal,"" she murmured and rubbed her eyes which were now developing deep circles of maroon, ""I'm just so tired and I really need sleep more than a conversation right now, and I still need to take care of some things before tomorrow. I'll see you in the morning. Sorry.""</div></blockquote>Kal couldn't help but feel a little worse than when he accidentally angered Alfenn. They were seconds to two people in a duel. They didn't need to explicitly be friends, though he hoped to fix the mess he made. Kyr on the otherhand, was counting on him and trusting him. She may, in the worst of scenarios for this duel, be the only one supporting her. He doubled back on his lines saying, ""no, I'm sorry. I may have sounded patronizing, which wasn't anywhere close to my intent. I only wanted to mention it before the actual fight.""<br/><br/>He looked at the table and food real quick. pacing his finger up and down, though not loud enough to be some incessant tapping. He thought about how much this whole ""friends"" thing wasn't working lately. He had angered two, three, maybe four people, or at least that he knew of. His penchant to play around struck again.<br/><br/>He gripped his hand slightly before opening it up outwardly toward Kyr, ""see you in the morning."""
10875,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=525,2015-08-20T21:59:00,Ularn,"Kyrissa looked at Kal'kun's outstretched hand for a second then smiled and, instead of accepting it, put her arms around him in a brief, tight hug. The height difference meant her arms only reached around his biceps and her head pressed against his chest. ""It's okay,"" she murmured, ""Thanks Kal.""<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>Releasing him, Kyr gave herself a small shake and adjusted her fringe quickly before adding, ""See you in the morning, okay?"" and headed off to her room.<br/><hr/>Two sets of armour were arranged laid out on Kyrissa's bed while she stared at them in silence from the doorway, chin resting in the fingers of her left hand.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>Both bore the red power lines typical of the Phantom Blade but that was where the similarities ended. One was matte grey with elegant, sweeping angles. It covered everything up to the shoulders but included no helmet and the arms were protected only by a pair of vambraces. That was her armour which she had forged herself as a squire, tinkering and modifying under the tutelage of a series of smiths. As her combat style developed in training, her armour had been trimmed and adjusted to suit until it fitted her better than any mere clothing she owned.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>The other was unblemished, gleaming space-black. It's smooth, rounded curves covered its wearer entirely and adorned them with a tabard of holographic light; silver for the Silver Hand. That was the armour issued to her by the Academy. It's anonymous, featureless helmet rendered it's wearer the same as any other student. It was her armour but it was not her; it fitted her but it had not been fitted. Kyr was not a Kerembor in that armour; not one grain of the Tor Desert's sand had never marred it's perfect sheen. In it, she was a thing she did not know she wanted to be - did not know if she could be.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>A student of the Silver Hand Academy.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>Gin rested silently on her desk beside her own unnamed sword, the one she would wield tomorrow which had also been forged along with her armour. Gin could not be used in the duel; he was still her mother's sword, not hers, and matters of honour should not be settled with a borrowed weapon.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>His warning from the afternoon still echoed and spiralled through Kyr's thoughts;<span style=""font-style: italic"">most career-duellists fail the Academy.</span><br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span><span style=""font-style: italic"">Tomorrow I'll face Rache wearing one of these armours.</span>The thought had also been running through Kyr's head all evening since she got back from dinner and laid out the two suits.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Do I do it as a knight from the Tor Desert or as a student of the Silver Hand Academy?</span>She knew the decision carried with it far more weight than the simple wardrobe choice it appeared to be.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>It was hard for her to say how long Kyr pondered the question while pacing the length of her room, sitting down in the chair, rising, pacing some more, stopping, thinking. Perhaps some time in the small hours of the morning, she finally closed both armour's hyperspace units with a wave of her arm, moved them to one side and climbed into bed, decision made."
10876,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=525,2015-08-22T06:10:00,The Starlight,"<blockquote><div><cite>Mortelatuzia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=25698756#p25698756"">wrote</a>:</cite>Elysia sat upright and composed herself. The dinner she had made her feel better, made her have more of the energy that she longed for. She noticed two more students coming in an introducing themselves, which made her happy and yet all the more worried. She shrugged it off however, she would not let fear control her. Besides, what are the odds of something so extreme happening twice in her short life? Either way she couldn't help but be a bit nervous so she bowed her head to try and maintain her composure.<br/><br/>""Nice to meet you. Rítze. Raché."" Again with the accent that she hated so much. She couldn't help it, all of her home spoke in that dialect. Names are hardest to try and rid of it, perhaps she just needs to hear them more clearly. ""M-My name is Elysia Invorça."" She turned back to the other girl but spoke loud enough for all of them to hear. After all, it's part of the introduction process, right?<br/><br/>""My home is Daemoria, in the High Northwest Sector. You can spot it from anywhere in that galaxy, i-it has a crater that covers half the surface that goes down to the core in the middle."" She paused as she remembered her home planet. As a child she used to travel outside the city limits and sit on the cliff looking over the dead side of the planet. From there it just seemed like the world ended and went off into space, aside from the bright light and heat emerging from the small holes that lead to the molten core.<br/><br/>""H-How I got to the Academy? W-Well..."" She looked around for some comfort, but found none in the dimly lit room filled with strangers. She looked again at the black-haired man across the room, whom she did not even know the name of. She let out a sigh and took a deep breath before speaking again. ""M-My parents are, er, were very famous and-"" She shook her head, she couldn't lie about it, she had to tell the truth. ""Well, I guess it's because I won a duel and word got around about me, probably. I-I don't know, it's all a blur. I'm sorry.""<br/><br/>She took another breath and this time a single tear rolled down her cheek. She spoke once more, in a defeated tone, more to herself than anyone else.<br/><br/><span style=""color: #FF0080"">""I'm sorry.""</span></div></blockquote><br/>Ellyn listened attentively, a slight frown on her face. Elysia seemed very nervous, and had stuttered at times. She couldn't blame her, though, surrounded by a bunch of strangers, having just arrived. Ellyn hadn't heard of Daemoria before, but she had never been quite so good at geography, and in her own defense, there were a lot of planets. ""That's quite similar to how I got here as well, through a few tournaments. No need to be sorry though,"" the golden-haired girl offering up a smile. ""It was nice to meet you Elysia, and hopefully we'll get to talk again sometime,"" Ellyn deciding to give her some place, also spotting some very tasty desserts."
10877,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=525,2015-08-22T12:53:00,Mortelatuzia,"The Invorça girl wiped her face and lightly bowed her head to Ellyn. She then walked briskly into an empty room and shut the door. She quickly checked for any items laying around that would show if the room had an owner and there appeared to be none. Feeling disheartened and tired after the unfortunate place she found herself in she stripped off her uniform and laid face down on the bed. She wasn't even sure if there was assigned rooms or if this room belonged to someone else but she didn't care. She thought about her past, her parents, and most importantly about Jourkand. She quietly wept so that no one outside of the room could her and cried until her pillow was soaked with tears. Sometime later she drifted into unconsciousness, her head still wrapped tightly by her arms, her face still wet with unwarranted tears."
10878,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=525,2015-08-23T07:40:00,Atlannia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=25682722#p25682722"">wrote</a>:</cite>Jyn smilled slightly and she placed her hands on Alfenns, holding them together. ""Okay..."" She spoke. ""Well, I think the two of us together is a really good idea. So we should handle this carefully, not go too fast... or too slow."" She paused. ""Just... don't lie to me and I think we'll be alright."" She continued. Then smiled. ""So... I've been meaning to ask... what made you do that... back in the cave?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Alfenn felt his cheeks redden slightly and he gave an embarrassed smile as he squeezed Jyn's hand back. ""Well I... It was something I'd wanted to do for a quite some time. I've felt this way about you for a while now and I'd been turning it around in my head, trying to think of a the perfect words, how to get you alone and where to do it, running through all kinds of scenarios and permutations and trying to have a plan for all of them... Then tonight I just realised that... well anything could happen at anything at any time and I realised what a colossal idiot I'd be if we got separated or...worse before I said something.""<br/><br/>Alfenn pulled a hand away and used it to rub the back of his neck, glancing away. ""I just...I'm done letting things slip through my hands, especially anything as important as this."""
10879,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=525,2015-08-23T14:03:00,Elysian Kentarchy,"I remain silent as Elysia leaves. I had been meaning to introduce myself but it was quite unfortunate I couldn't since I was focused on waiting long enough for Kyr to be far away so I could leave. ""To follow up on Elysia-san's introduction I am from the High Southeast and I am from Cathedral Vigil. My acceptance was due to my military history and ability to develop further."" I pause close my eyes for a moment and say quietly. ""I will be heading to my room now. I have my own preparations to attend to. Ritz-san, again, I thank you for your words and I will think them over but I can't promise action. Just thought."" I say and I incline my head as a small bow and leave.<br/>--------------<br/>""Tsk. I forgot to get water for my evening tea. Ah well."" I say to myself as I walk into my room. ""Today is just one of those days after all."" I open my trunk again and take out some objects. ""Might as well make it feel a bit like home for the night."" I take out four pictures. The first one was taken last year and it shows me with two girls, one of them, with silver hair and brown eyes like mine, being my younger sister Adina, and another with vibrant red hair and red eyes, Anastasia. We are all sitting together under a Sakura tree smiling and wearing our kimonos, our faces are red though pretty much showing we're drunk but we're happy. The next one has more people and was taken when I was 12, there is me, Adina, and Anastasia, but there is a boy with dark brown hair and amber eyes, Zadok, one with blonde hair and green eyes, Alexi, and a girl with completely black hair and red eyes, Kristina. A good eye could tell even though most of us were 12 we were pretty drunk. I smile at the picture briefly but I quickly feel sad at the memories that come flooding back concerning Kristina, Zadok, and Alexi. ""What God allows for us to suffer so?"" I quietly ask no one and wipe my eyes. ""That is an answer one of the damned like me will never know."" I place the other two pictures face down on the table like I always do and I take out a candle and place it on the table and a match box. ""Now for my meditation."" I tell myself as my hands shake when I take out a match. ""I can do this."" I say to myself. ""What's so hard about it? Its just a match. It can easily be extinguished. My sister lights them all the time for me. So what's the big deal?"" Yet each time I bring the match to the match box to strike it my hands shake so badly that I can't do it. ""Ah forget it. I will get my things ready for tomorrow."" I say putting up the match box and I get out a set of black robes that those in my Order wear over their armor when they go into battle, they are highly nondescript, the only thing that really stands out about them is the symbol on the left arm, an emblem was stitched into it and it is of a Phoenix seemingly engaged in battle against a dragon with the words 'Ninth Platoon' stitched into the top of it. ""Tsk. When I issued the challenge I forgot to present my Platoon Seal, ah well since she didn't demand it I will assume that her Order doesn't run like mine does when it comes to duels. I will present it in the morning just to be sure."" I get my armor from home ready, its pretty much standard issue, colored silver but the cloth with it is purple, my armor though is incredibly light weight so I can move fast in battle and rely on speed in order to get an edge. After that's done I get into bed. ""Let us see what I remember tonight."" I say as I go to sleep. ""Nothing good I know that much.""<br/>--------------<br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Raches Dream""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">""Seriously, why did a murder like this have to happen during the Spring Festival?"" I complain. ""Half the Knights are too drunk to carry out a proper investigation and the other half are trying to get that drunk or are making sure the brewery doesn't burn down. Again.""<br/><br/>""You look a bit red faced yourself brother."" Adina remarks casually, probably trying to take her mind off the fact that we are standing in a room with no less than 30 bodies, some men but mostly women and young children, some members of the Order others are civilians.<br/><br/>""Yet I still have a grip on my senses, dear sister."" I say tersely. ""I'm 13 and old enough to know my limit so I can keep to my senses.""<br/><br/>""Complain about it later."" Zadok says. ""More importantly where is Alexi? He said he would be visiting his foster mother today.""<br/><br/>""Yes and?"" Anastasia asks.<br/><br/>""Isn't that his mother?"" Zadok says pointing at one of the corpses.<br/><br/>Kristina immediately vomits at the sight of her body and I feel the urge to as well but I turn to Adina who looks really pale. ""Adina. Leave. Now. There is nothing here I want you to see. Take Kristina with you."" Without objection she leads Kristina out by hand. ""Well as the team medic I guess I should look at her."" I say grimly as I get to work on my infield autopsy. ""By the looks of her her stomach was cut open at some point, I believe while she was still alive. Wasn't she pregnant?"" I ask and get a nod of agreement. ""Poor woman. Though that would explain that this mess right here was supposed to be her kid."" By this point I feel like I am going to pass out but I keep going with my observations. ""By far I would say that after her stomach was cut open she probably died of shock or blood loss very quickly afterwards. The trauma to her insides, including to her organs, them being sliced up or dragged out of her body, were inflicted postmortem. Her throat has been sliced and it seems most likely to have been carried out premortem. Her limbs have suffered damage indicated that someone tried to hack them off but didn't have the strength left to do so, implying it was postmortem.""<br/><br/>""Enough!"" Anastasia yells. ""Just enough! You don't need to get any more detailed!""<br/><br/>""Right. Sorry, old friend."" I apologize and look around the room. ""Most of the bodies here seem to have undergone some form of mutilation but Kiri-san's here is by far the worst."" I say gesturing at Alexi's foster mother. ""Everyone else I would need time to identify but I think I recognize a couple others.""<br/><br/>""Right. What now?"" Zadok asks.<br/><br/>""We alert the First Brother and have him launch an investigation to find the one responsible."" I tell Zadok. ""There is nothing else to do."" We mull over it for a moment but then we hear a scream outside. ""Dammit! What now?!"" I yell as we run out and see my sister and Kristina staring in the distance. ""What's wrong?!"" I turn around and see Alexi. His hands, his clothes, his face, all of them stained with blood. Yet despite that there is a grin plastered on his face and an emptiness in his eyes. ""Alexi... what happened?"" I ask fearful of his answer.<br/><br/>""Oh nothing much."" He says his voice sounding borderline sadistic. ""I simply decided to end this farce I have been living.""<br/><br/>""Have you gone mad?!"" I yell. ""You mean you did THAT?!""<br/><br/>""Obviously. It was the only solution to break out of these chains the Order of the Chalice placed around me.""<br/><br/>I immediately connect the dots. ""Ninth Platoon! Your orders as your new commander!"" I bark. ""Place the lawless traitor Alexi Ir under arrest!"" The others respond to my order quickly surround him and tie him up, his attempts to resist was quashed through sheer numbers and how tired he seems to be and I yell at him. ""We considered you a brother and what do we get in return? You murdering our Brothers and Sisters and the civilians we are supposed to protect!"" I turn to Kristina. ""Kristina find the First Brother and tell him there has been a massacre and the Ninth Platoon has found the culprit and promptly arrested him. Also inform him due to outstanding circumstances I have assumed command of the Ninth Platoon.""<br/><br/>""Understood!"" She yells running off.<br/><br/>""Alexi..."" Anastasia says quietly. ""We can never forgive you.""<br/><br/>""Screw forgiveness!"" Zadok roars. ""This is what we get for raising lawless children! We should have never took him in! If it didn't violate the Law I would kill you right now!""<br/><br/>""Except you can't."" Alexi says mockingly. ""Blind idiots like you cling to your Law despite the fact all it had done was weaken you. Your religion is something that damns you all. That is why the Law is something only idiots follow. The Order of the Chalice could be so much greater if it just abandoned it. Yet instead it chose damnation.""<br/><br/>""I have another solution but I will need to get the First Brother's approval."" I say quietly ignoring Alexi's words. ""If approved he will be dead before the week is out.""<br/><br/>""Can't wait."" Zadok says calming down. ""All Lawless are evil fiends and this was just proven and deserve nothing but death. You yourself is evidence of it.""<br/><br/>""What the Lawless did to me was terrible but I thought I could trust you, Alexi."" I say to Alexi sadly.<br/><br/>""Oh I wanted you to do that. I had always admired what my fellow lawless did to you that someday I wanted to break someone myself. To see you broken and without feeling... it was beautiful, truly beautiful. Such torture was marvelous."" He says keeping that sadistic grin. ""It was such a pity you had recovered so I wanted to make you broken so much you could never be fixed and what better way then pretending to be your best friend then torturing you until you break again? I had to make the deaths my fellow lawless suffered when the Order freed you worth something after all.""<br/><br/>""WHY YOU!"" Adina makes a lung at him screaming at the top of her lungs but I grab her by the waist to restrain her. ""Let me go! Let me go! Let me kill this bastard!"" She screams trying to kick her way out. ""All lawless deserve to die if this is how they really feel!""<br/><br/>""Oh and, just so you know, your father's body is mixed in with the bodies of that room."" Alexi says cheerfully to me and Adina.<br/><br/>""I'LL KILL YOU!"" Adina screams at the top of her lungs as I keep restraining her. ""The lawless are irredeemable bastards!"" By this point the more sober members of the Order are arriving and the dream ends like it always does.</div></div></div>"
10880,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=525,2015-08-23T19:13:00,Zarkenis Ultima,"""What do you make of this?"" Aressa asked as she looked up at the starry sky of Cathedral Gladia. The area of the planet they were in was, for the most part, pollution-free, and especially light pollution was kept under check for touristic purposes. As a result, one could easily see the stars high above, so bright and plentiful, making a luminous trail overhead that put a serene smile on the red-haired aspirant's face, though if one knew her well, one would still be able to tell that there was something troubling her, something that made her feel uneasy. Arcander knew her well, and he quickly picked up on it.<br/><br/>""What, the sudden influx of new recruits for us?"" He said lightheartedly in an attempt to brighten her mood, smiling when he noticed that he managed to get a chuckle out of her.<br/><br/>""Don't be silly. You know what I mean."" She replied, leaning on the balcony's railing. Arcander's smile faded as he too looked up at the sky, idly biting on a fish croquette as he mulled about his own response.<br/><br/>""I don't know, frankly. I have some idea for why they were here, but no idea of how they got so far into Lawful territory, or how they knew where to look for that thing. And above everything else, I'm clueless as to why there's an Aradain-cursed dragon skull here in Gaelia. I would love to be able to tell you something else, but I'm no sleuth. All I can say is that I hope this isn't an omen of war. Who knows what those heathens would want with dragon remains? I don't hold them to be the brightest apples in the bunch, but I doubt they were here just to retrieve a fancy idol."" The white-haired aspirant said sincerely.<br/><br/>""Well, if it<span style=""font-style: italic"">is</span>war, our Orders have to face it like we've faced other wars before this one, Arc. Worst case scenario, at least I know I can count on a white tower watching my back."" She said with a smile, but then hers faded as well as she straightened up and looked at him in the eye. ""In any case, get some sleep, Arc. Remember we have some added responsibilities tomorrow."" She said, nodding sternly before heading back to her room.<br/><br/>Arcander watched her leave, sighing to himself afterwards and finishing his croquette, before leaning back against the railing and pulling out an old flute. He was not sleepy just yet, so he figured it couldn't hurt to practice a bit.<br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Cairn 35, Vaen 4, 1014 AD</span></span><br/><br/>Like so many times before, the sun rose without fail that quiet morning, though it climbed up onto its perch on the sky lazily, almost reluctantly, as if it knew that it was not welcome that day, but was still bound by duty to rise and illuminate. Its light flew on undeterred, shining through the crystalline forests of Cathedral Gaelia, forming a rainbow of colors beneath the iridescent canopy. It lit up the sky and the seas, and, perhaps most importantly, it sneakily entered the Ocean Gazer through its windows, waking up the students of the Northern Branch of the Silver Hand Academy.<br/><br/>Thus began that quiet morning, and the hours went by.<br/><br/>Now, the aspirants of the A-23 group were on the fields just outside the Ocean Gazer resort, waiting. A duel was to take place that morning, between two of the recruits that had been placed under their care, and both of the elder students felt that it was a part of their responsibilities to be present and to make sure that the rules of the engagement, along with those of the Cathedral and of the Silver Hand, were respected, as well as to see that nothing got out of hand. It was all they could do with the current situation, after all.<br/><br/>One of them, Aressa, was currently doing a series of training exercise with her sword, Aska, which was engulfed with a scarlet energy aura formed from her will and magic. Her signature spell, Blade Soul, was costly to maintain, but for the time being at least, Aressa had no intention to keep it going for long; she was simply rather eager to test how well she had recovered from the battle of the previous day, where she had overexerted herself to the point of fainting when the battle was over. Blade Soul was a very powerful spell, but she knew that she would have train hard to increase her endurance and energy reserves if she wanted to be able to use it as something more than a simple temporary boost.<br/><br/>Arcander, meanwhile, was some good distance away from her, leaning on one of the outer walls of the resort, still practicing with the flute he had been playing the previous night. He wasn't too good with it, all things considered, but his limited skill with the small instrument had allowed him to bring a smile to those who needed it on occasion, especially the sickly, and that was enough as far as he was concerned. As he played, he also looked at his fellow aspirant practicing in the distance, carefully watching her moves, though it didn't take much to convince him that she'd recovered well.<br/><br/>In this manner, the two of them waited."
10881,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=525,2015-08-23T21:07:00,Mortelatuzia,"As the morning sun rose in its glory, so did the golden young girl who mirrored it. Elysia Invorça awoke refreshed and rejuvenated, as if the previous night had never occurred or that the pillow she slept on was stained with tears. She changed out of her uniform and donned an outfit she favored from before joining the Academy. A tan vest with gold detailing worn over a yellow undershirt coupled with a pleated skirt of the same color scheme. After changing the blonde girl quickly dipped her way into the bathroom to mask the mess her face had become the previous night.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>Elysia was excited to be outside again to admire the scenery of the Cathedral Gladia. However, despite her energy she was at the same time disappointed and scared. When she heard about the duel that was to occur her happy mood had instantly evaporated. She had always despised duels from an early age when her father was forced to fight a store owner for allegedly stealing from his vault. There was no justice, no compromises, no innocence. In the near anarchy of Daemoria it was whoever won was right and whoever lost was dead. Elysia was sickened by it as she believed in the good nature of people and did not believe in trial by combat. Still now she wishes to maintain her belief that all people can be good, even after she watched for herself as the opposite of good slaughtered her family.<br/><br/>As her memories faded away she observed the two combatants several times over. She knew the duel was not to the death but it didn't matter, she still felt nervous about the whole ordeal. Obviously it was more than a mere duel for fun or rankings, there was no doubt honor on the line. She clicked her tongue in annoyance, honor, another concept she did not see eye to eye with. Whatever the case, it at least gave a good opportunity to see what kind of people her teammates were.<br/><br/>The duelists were no one that had directly spoken to her. She knew the boy's name was Rache because he was introduced before she had left the night before. The opponent was someone she recognized from the lounge but did not know the name of. She remembered that that girl had been talking to the dark-haired man she'd rather not think about. She shook her head to clear it and went back to admiring the flora. She couldn't clear her head that way however and decided to at least try and be social.<span style=""color: #FF00FF""><span style=""font-style: italic"">'Come on, just like the old days.'</span></span><br/><br/>""So, what are they fighting for?"" She asked no one in particular, wishing for nothing more than an answer to finally put her at ease."
10882,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=525,2015-08-24T09:58:00,Pyrade,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Orion</span><br/>Orion rose from his bed to the morning sunlight, not something he had experienced much by now. He was used to waking up to the exact same light he had fallen asleep with. The false, heat induction lamps of the caverns. Or on one or two occasions, the gentle blue of a fungus lamp. He wondered to himself how he would ever be able to go back to the sunless caverns after all this. He also found things a lot stranger than he had thought they would be. This group of students all seemed to find his order pacific. Something he knew to be false. So far it seemed there were two groups of people in the school, and then Kyrissa, who subscribed to beliefs from both sides. He rose from his bed and donned the school uniform. The music player he had brought with him from home sat on a bedside table, the transparent blue earpieces lying nearby. He snatched them up and inserted them into his ears, mentally cycling through his more relaxing music as he selected a song through his thoughts and relaxed as the music drowned out everything else. Finally he left his room and descended towards the space where the duel would be happening. He found a spot away from the rest of the students and sat down, quietly focusing his thoughts as he waited for the duel to start."
10883,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=525,2015-08-24T21:56:00,Elysian Kentarchy,"I wake up from my dream and sigh. ""Well it seems that the past still continues to haunt the dreams of the dammed."" I remark getting out of bed. ""But at least last night wasn't as bad as some other nights. Actually it was pretty mild compared to alternatives."" I stretch a little looking at the pictures on the table and wipe my eyes like I always do when I look at it. ""Now I had better get ready for today."" I open my medicine case and look at the vials doing the math in my head. ""Hm... I believe I have four hours before I need to take it again. I will bring a vial with me just in case though."" I throw open one of my trunks and take out the items on the inside. I change into a cotton tunic, then I put my armor over that, then I put my black robes over that. I don't believe I will need my helmet. ""Now for weapons."" I open another trunk and look at the contents. I take Solace out from the lid and look at the rest. Even without removing the layers of foam I know the contents, inside are 23 daggers, 3 short swords, 2 modified short swords, modified as in the fold up to the size of a dagger when deactivated and will unfold with a flick of the wrist or when they are activated, and a long sword. ""Tsk. I hate being under-equipped."" I complain being used to having a bit more than double the amount of daggers in my room. Since this is only to the first blood I should take the bare minimum, I take out four daggers and one of the modified short swords and promptly hid them on my body, the sleeves of my robes having been modified on the inside to be able to hold objects I put in them, granted in this duel I am just relying on Solace but I still dislike leaving home without weapons hidden on myself. I look at the picture of the six of us together. ""Wish me luck."" I mutter hugging the picture to my chest. I go to the door to leave. ""Now am I forgetting anything?"" I ask looking around the room. ""Ah right my seal."" I open one of my trunks and take out my seal. It is the same design as the symbol on the arms of my robes but this is far more... decorative compared to the simple cloth. The body of it is made of pure silver, the phoenix is made of gold, the dragon is made of onyx, and the background is amethyst. Above the scene is the words 'Ninth Platoon' carved into it. While one would normally wonder why an Order with such a low treasury could afford something like this a closer look at it shows its age, being several centuries old it is a hand me down from the last Ninth Platoon. I sigh as I slip it into my pocket because just about everything we use is a hand me down unless you're willing to forge your own arms and armor. ""I'll hand this to Kyr-san or her second before the duel."" The thought goes through my head.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Granted I was supposed to last night but I still dislike completely abandoning a tradition for anything. I just hope she doesn't do anything to it, this tradition of my Order makes sure that the item is to be sentimental and I would hate to have to follow the law of retaliation.</span>"" I grab a tin of hardtack and slip it into the pocket of my robes as I leave and lock the door.<br/><br/>----------<br/><br/>I make my way to the field to wait for others to arrive, though in the meantime I eat some hardtack from the tin waiting. Two conflicting thoughts does go through my mind but I shake my head dismissing them. They are thoughts for another time, I just have to focus on dueling and winning."
10884,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=525,2015-08-26T00:44:00,Ularn,"Kyrissa had been up since well before dawn, having finally given up on sleep. She had taken her time washing, dressing and getting ready, hoping that it would somehow fill the time completely between the morning and the now. When that failed she tried the Ocean Gazer's restaurant for some breakfast even though she was the farthest thing from hungry but going through the motions nonetheless. She was actually glad to find it still closed.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>In the end she found herself out wandering the streets, wrapped up in the banyan she wore yesterday but with a long sleeved blouse on underneath to provide some protection from the cold. The town was silent; all shops still closed with the only people she saw being a handful of commuters and a few more revellers returning from their parties. One of them had stumbled up to Kyr.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>""Yo're red!"" he declared sagely, drunk but apparently not yet<span style=""font-style: italic"">blind</span>drunk. Kyrissa kept on walking more swiftly. The drunk, a young man somewhere between her age and Arcander's, attempted to follow. ""Ish tha' a shwor'?"" He asked, waving a finger unsteadily at her waist where Gin and her own blade hung and Kyr wondered briefly just how many swords he might be seeing. ""Are you a knigh'? You don' look like a knigh' - too pretty. Ah reckon ah could take you 'cept ah don' hit girlsh. Why don't you come back wi' me, ta mah plashe?""<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>Kyr was rescued by a lamppost which the young man promptly tripped over, ""Penal'y!"" She hurried on before he could recover, hearing him wail into the fading night while clutching a palm scraped in the fall, ""She shtabbed me! Tha' bitch fuckin' shtabbed me!""<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>Dawn found her in the park where the duel had been arranged, still with hours before it was due to commence. She spent the time wandering the footpaths and talking to to-one until finally the sun managed to penetrate enough to warm her skin and she returned to the designated place; the field of honour.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>Word had escaped around the student body and a significant crowd had gathered, joined, it appeared, by a few curious Gladians. Kyr eyed her audience with distaste, wishing Rache had scheduled the duel earlier so they could have it out quickly and in private. The spectators were arranged around a simple circle of flagstones covered in moss with the grass poking up in between; the disrepair of the simple arena a testament to the fact that here, as in the Phantom Blade, duelling was simply tolerated rather than encouraged.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>Someone spotted her approach across the dew-damp grass that slicked the hem of her banyan and the crowd parted immediately for her.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Of course,</span>she realised,<span style=""font-style: italic"">everyone here knows they're looking to see the red skinned girl fight, even the ones I've never seen before</span>.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>Kal'kun was on the far side of the ring from where she entered, standing near Alfenn with the two Aspirants between the pair, obviously acting as Marshals of the Field. She was thankful for that at least; no-one had decided to involve the Gladean authorities to find an impartial umpire. Kyr strode across the field towards her Second, noting the round grow firmer beneath her feet as she stepped over the flagstones; perhaps once upon a time there had been gravel here before the grass overran it.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>""Hi,"" she said quietly, not trusting herself to say more or even direct her greeting to any of the Seconds or Aspirants in particular."
10885,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=525,2015-08-26T15:57:00,Saleon,"<blockquote><div><cite>Ularn <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=25789255#p25789255"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>Word had escaped around the student body and a significant crowd had gathered, joined, it appeared, by a few curious Gladians. Kyr eyed her audience with distaste, wishing Rache had scheduled the duel earlier so they could have it out quickly and in private. The spectators were arranged around a simple circle of flagstones covered in moss with the grass poking up in between; the disrepair of the simple arena a testament to the fact that here, as in the Phantom Blade, duelling was simply tolerated rather than encouraged.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>Someone spotted her approach across the dew-damp grass that slicked the hem of her banyan and the crowd parted immediately for her. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Of course,</span> she realised, <span style=""font-style: italic"">everyone here knows they're looking to see the red skinned girl fight, even the ones I've never seen before</span>.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>Kal'kun was on the far side of the ring from where she entered, standing near Alfenn with the two Aspirants between the pair, obviously acting as Marshals of the Field. She was thankful for that at least; no-one had decided to involve the Gladean authorities to find an impartial umpire. Kyr strode across the field towards her Second, noting the round grow firmer beneath her feet as she stepped over the flagstones; perhaps once upon a time there had been gravel here before the grass overran it.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>""Hi,"" she said quietly, not trusting herself to say more or even direct her greeting to any of the Seconds or Aspirants in particular.</div></blockquote>Kal had taken his time asleep. He went to sleep later than others, preferring to enjoy the look out on the balcony. The stars outset the moon. It left a haggard look on his face, half from the sleep, and half from the various changes in his life. He was no knight anymore, but a heathen with a change of heart. His father, who had left a strong impression played villain now, not a war hero. That fact never escaped him, nor did it become easy to swallow. The harsh man he hated had a good heart in some regards, harsh, but kind. Too kind to easily let go. Kal didn't have it easy, but his path was his own. He would stay his path, whether it made no friends and only enemies. That was why he accepted the letter, along with why he stayed here.<br/><br/>The giantess soon came to his mind. She brought back memories, which flowed more as the evening wound down. He remembered seeing knights persecute others of different faiths. Some were violent, but most didn't. It may have been different with dragon worshippers, but he was still, again, a heathen. The stories of anger and resentment to heathens fueled a sense of justice in that regard, but he at the same time hoped to keep his reason for supporting Kyr to be solely idealogical. How much was his code and how much was his emotional ties could not be determined. Either way, this was a duel he wanted to see and he'd support Kyr in that duel.<br/><br/>Soon he decided to let go of the torrential thoughts. He left them disparagingly though, as he knew these thoughts wouldn't leave him just as easily as the moon leaves the morn'. He sat down at his bed and placed his glasses down at the side. He breathed a small sigh before placing his head down for the night. He masked his eyes with his hands. ""long day,"" he mumbled. He reasoned through everything that happened today. He needed to practice in some regards. He removed his hand from his eyes as to see the ceiling. ""or was it a short day? ugh, a lot happened i guess, but maybe it all happened so quickly,"" he added. Then he fell into a dreamless sleep.<br/><br/><hr/>He woke like a rock, a stone. Said Stone pressed his glasses on his face. He stood up and then placed on another one of his school's clothing. The cloth felt odd on his body, but only enough to remind him it was there, He wrapped a small wrap around his hands. They worked to protect his hands during combat, though he wouldn't be in the duel, he had gotten used to wearing it. He grasped his sword and shuffled it around his belt loop, along with the scabbard to holster it. He walked out of his room and moved on to the field.<br/><br/>The arena was like other arenas, surprisingly not ruins. Each arena was like this. He stood near the edge with Alfenn. From his position, he could hear Kyr say softly, ""hi."" Whether it was nervousness or the presence of so many people, she seemed meek. This was unexpected to him, but he wanted to pick his words carefully. The last time he tried to reassure and help her, he accidentally got her, well, mad. ""Hey Kyr,"" he said while raising his hand upward, ""hope you had a good sleep.""<br/><br/>He looked at the ground quickly, seeing the gravel, and the undergrowth. The grass permeated the ground floor, as if man has so forgotten the arena that nature has called to take it back. He looked back at her, making a more serious impression. ""now,"" he stated, ""My home believed that you must take a day before you can make a decision, as courtesy, so I'm going to make this quick: Do you fully accept the conditions of this duel and are of right and sound mind in your hopes to take this duel to it end?"""
10886,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=525,2015-08-26T21:03:00,Elysian Kentarchy,"I look up from my hardtack when Kyr arrives, though I note that she doesn't seem in the best of moods which worries me about approaching her before the duel but I dismiss it and say. ""Ah finally."" I close the tin and slip it into my pocket and take out a handkerchief to wipe my hands but the one I pull out is one of the ones with my own blood on it. I click my tongue making an annoyed sound. I thought I had grabbed a clean one but I shrug and wipe my hands off with it regardless, put it back in my pocket and prepare to go and approach Kyr but her Second approaches her first, after waiting for a moment I decide to talk but apologize for interrupting their talk, I make sure to time it so I approach after the Second ends the talk. ""Good morning, Kyr-san, Kyr-san's Second."" I say politely forcing a smile on my face but even I can tell that it is hollow so I wipe it off my face. ""I do apologize about being even more of a bother and interrupting you but there is a tradition in my Order concerning duels I must follow before the duel commences."" Following a tradition I have memorized by heart I take a half step back, place my hand over my heart and bow to Kyr slightly, and take my seal out of my pocket and hold it in both my hands and present it to her. ""In my Order it is traditional to present an item of value, sentimental or otherwise, to the owner to your opponent before a duel, as a mark of honesty and trust in your opponent fighting honourably on the field and to be returned after the end. You do not need to accept it and you can turn me down about it and dismiss me, I am doing this just to follow tradition. Since it is quite possible there is no equivalent from where you are from I do not expect you to carry out the tradition yourself so I wouldn't want you to do anything in return but take it."""
10887,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=525,2015-08-27T02:02:00,Atlannia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Elysian Kentarchy <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=25799680#p25799680"">wrote</a>:</cite>I look up from my hardtack when Kyr arrives, though I note that she doesn't seem in the best of moods which worries me about approaching her before the duel but I dismiss it and say. ""Ah finally."" I close the tin and slip it into my pocket and take out a handkerchief to wipe my hands but the one I pull out is one of the ones with my own blood on it. I click my tongue making an annoyed sound. I thought I had grabbed a clean one but I shrug and wipe my hands off with it regardless, put it back in my pocket and prepare to go and approach Kyr but her Second approaches her first, after waiting for a moment I decide to talk but apologize for interrupting their talk, I make sure to time it so I approach after the Second ends the talk. ""Good morning, Kyr-san, Kyr-san's Second."" I say politely forcing a smile on my face but even I can tell that it is hollow so I wipe it off my face. ""I do apologize about being even more of a bother and interrupting you but there is a tradition in my Order concerning duels I must follow before the duel commences."" Following a tradition I have memorized by heart I take a half step back, place my hand over my heart and bow to Kyr slightly, and take my seal out of my pocket and hold it in both my hands and present it to her. ""In my Order it is traditional to present an item of value, sentimental or otherwise, to the owner to your opponent before a duel, as a mark of honesty and trust in your opponent fighting honourably on the field and to be returned after the end. You do not need to accept it and you can turn me down about it and dismiss me, I am doing this just to follow tradition. Since it is quite possible there is no equivalent from where you are from I do not expect you to carry out the tradition yourself so I wouldn't want you to do anything in return but take it.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Alfenn watched the ritual with mild curiosity although he said nothing, not really believing it his place to comment at that juncture. He was starting to remember how much he disliked this sort of formal occasion, or at least the clothes he was obliged to wear. He was dressed in attire befitting the eldest Cortagne son taking part in something as serious as a duel between orders. Unsurprisingly perhaps, black was the theme, he wore a black cloak fastened at the shoulder with a pin bearing his order's emblem and underneath it a black, high necked jacket trimmed with gold. Completing the look was a sword belt bearing his rapier and dagger, although dismissed the possibility that he would be fighting today, it was more for show than anything. Overall he found the whole get up slightly uncomfortable and more than slightly pretentious, although he didn't mind the colours so much.<br/><br/>Alfenn nodded politely at Kal and Kyrissa before moving to stand slightly behind and two the side of Rache. He straightened his posture, folding his arms behind his back and surveying the small crowd gathered around them with a slightly raised eyebrow.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">There can't be much going on in this town if a duel between two students is worth turning out for, if nothing else comes of this at least we'll have provided some entertainment.</span>He thought wryly, waiting for Rache to finish his business."
10888,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=550,2015-08-27T03:42:00,Ularn,"Kyrissa swallowed uncomfortably when Kal'kun mentioned sleep. She might have given some kind of noncommittal shrug in reply. The one thing she longed for was for this debacle to be over so that she could sleep peacefully, one way or another. Karl's next question went deeper though. Was she sure she wanted this? So much of her being cried out for her to say ""No; I've made a mistake. I'm sorry!"" but the words never came. Instead the only thing running through her head was a quote she'd said last night from an Auregin whose name she could not even remember, ""It takes more courage to put down a sword than to pick one up.""<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>Kyr realised then that she did not have that courage. To back out from this duel now would be humiliating even if it did manage to save her place at the academy from the destruction Gin had warned her of. She would have to admit she was wrong and she would never,<span style=""font-style: italic"">ever</span>apologise to Rache for speaking the truth about his vile, heretical beliefs. The knowledge that by backing down she would also disappoint the large number of people here to witness her fight was not a reason to fight in itself but it did also lean on her in that direction. Kyr did not care what a bunch of Gladeans thought of her since she would never have to see them again after a few more days but the idea of anyone thinking she was a coward was anathema to her.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>""I do,"" she whispered to Kal, and might have added something had Rache not appeared right then bearing some kind of medallion and babbling at length. Aradain's name - it would be good to smash her sword pommel against that jaw if it would shut him up for a few moments!<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>""You exchange tokens to ensure your good faith?"" she enquired incredulously when he finally finished speaking. The volume and pitch of her voice had instantly risen to a fierce admonishment as she spread her arms wide and proclaimed, ""I'm here, aren't I? Perhaps your order needs guarantees to ensure someone arrives in the field but<span style=""font-style: italic"">I</span>am a Kerembor of the Phantom Blade! My word is my bond; my honour unquestionable; my heritage is<span style=""font-style: italic"">my</span>guarantee. The only thing I want from you now is my satisfaction!""<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>She spun away from Rache on one heel and her banyan whiled behind her as she turned to face Kal once more. She unclipped Gin from her belt and pressed the bronzed hilt firmly into his hands. ""Look after him,"" she muttered sternly and with ice on her tongue, ""This won't take long."""
10889,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=550,2015-08-27T14:33:00,Esternial,"Introductions out of the way, Ritz only had to politely bow to Rache before she could finally return to her own room. Shutting the door behind her and, with the lock in place, sat down on her bed, both hands supporting her head, which felt like it was becoming heavier by the minute. For only a moment she had closed her eyes when she suddenly felt something land on her upper thigh. With one hand she wiped her cheek.<br/><br/>Ritz smiled, bitterly. Her legs were shaking and tears were running down her cheeks. Today had drained her of everything she had. Not only did she push her body beyond the limits of mere physical exhaustion, but mentally she was now utterly depleted after having spent the evening in Rache's presence, listening to him lament his fate, almost being able to taste the melancholy in his voice. As if by osmosis she felt like she had absorbed some of the weight that rested on that young man's shoulders, and it was more than she was mentally equipped for to bear.<br/><br/>""I don't even know why I'm crying"" Ritz whimpered. Eventually, she ran out of tears and slumped down onto her soft bed like a brick. A last drop ran down her cheek as she fell asleep, stripped of the warm blanket of energy she usually wrapped around her to carry her towards sweet dreams and happy thoughts. Ritz wouldn't sleep well tonight.<br/><hr/><br/><br/>Ritz' room was already empty when the sun came up, and a damp towel in the laundry bin betrayed that she got up before most of the others - Kyrissa excluded - she had waited for her to leave before emerging from her room. Ritz usually took quiet pride in her impeccable appearance and lack of bedhead in the morning, but today she looked as roughed up as Aressa did any other day. Only after a long and satisfying shower did she feel slightly better, and with several pieces of spiced bread in hand she ventured outside.<br/><br/>It was still cool outside, as the sun had only been up for a short while. The first deep breath of crisp, clean air filled her longs and sent a wave of relaxation throughout her body. Quietly she walked away from the resort, exploring the landscape nearby. She came dangerous close to the edge of the cliff that overlooked the valley below. The intense feeling that gripped her last night had been dulled, but she could still remember it - more vividly than the physical pain she endured during the battle with the infidels. Dangling her legs over the edge with a complete absence of fear, she called forth her funnels from hyperspace storage and controlled them with a soft chant and the movement of her hands. Her angelic voice reached far across the valley, and it almost seemed as if her song cast a serene harmony over the landscape. The funnels moved - or danced - slowly and elegantly, drawing in energy from the abundance of life around them and feeding back across the thing thread that connected them with Ritz.<br/><br/>After a short while, Ritz was already feeling much more refreshed and vibrant, more resilient. Standing up, she felt the energy flowing throughout her body, building up and radiating outwards throughout her skin, a familiar warmth building up around her. Her thoughts flashed back to the battle as her eyes settled on a nearby rock, slightly taller than her. She proved Professor Xan wrong, at least to some extent. She could match a sword with only her bare hand and skill at unarmed combat, but the effort it took was substantial in comparison with the ease of fighting with a blade.<br/><br/>Still...<br/><br/>With all the focus she could muster, Ritz commandeered control of the natural flow of energy inside her body, preventing excess energy to be wasted as heat and focusing it inside her arm, collecting inside the palm of her hand. Focusing it all in one specific point, she condensed a great amount of energy before forming a fast. With one last gasp of air she lunged forward, fist extended, towards the large rock. As soon as it made contact, the dense pocket of energy traveled into the rock, and cracked appeared that traveled all across the stone surface, all originating at the point of impact.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, a tear ran down Ritz face as she silently cringed in pain. A solid unmovable object such as a rock, while heavily banged up from her attack, was still a rock, which she hit with her fist.<br/><br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""https://soundcloud.com/ebonskaith/rikka-ow"" rel=""nofollow"">""Ow""</a>She exclaimed as soon as her fist touched the rock, somewhat underplaying the effect her strike had. The pain was dulled by the high concentration of energy in her fist at the time, but it was still painful, and Ritz hadn't really expected to feel any pain, despite how obvious it was that she would to most others.<br/><br/>As she gently caressed her hand, she turned her gaze toward the resort, shimmering in the morning light. The duel was probably about to begin soon.<br/><br/>Her keen suspicion proved right, as she just arrived in time. More people had gathered than she expected, and for a moment Ritz wondered if Kyr or Rache would be feeling unnerved by the amount of spectators.<br/><br/>""Good morning"" Ritz said warmly to Kal and Alfenn as she approach the pair from behind, smiling gently as they turned towards her and recognized their fellow student. Though she didn't really spend any time with either of them, Ritz had gotten to know them as classmates just the same. She mostly hung around with Jyn and the rest of her family. The were all nobility, so there was a degree of kinship and mutual understanding, but mostly because they felt more compatible with her own personality. At least Jyn did, to a degree, and Jon as well."
10890,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=550,2015-08-27T15:47:00,Elysian Kentarchy,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Rache's Perspective</span></span><br/><br/>I slip the item back into the pocket of my robes feeling annoyed at this conclusion, even though I expected it. ""Such arrogance."" I remark calmly. ""Though I expected you to say that in all honesty, to view a tradition that is grounded in respect for your opponent as pointless."" I smile slightly. ""And what satisfaction? Last I checked I was the challenger and you were the challenged, there is no satisfaction for you to receive, only to give to your opponent, that is your role in this affair."" I nod a greeting at Ritz who showed up. ""Good morning Ritz-san, I hope you slept well."" I then turn around and walk away to where my starting position would be but I say over my shoulder to Kyr. ""Just remember, Kyr-san, pride is always your companion before the fall. But I do honestly wish you all the best.""<br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Kristina's Perspective</span></span><br/><br/>""Finally we have arrived."" Sister Jule remarks cheerfully. ""I trust everything is okay Sister Kristina?"" She asks me and I nod in response. ""Seriously though, a lawless ambush so far from home, who would'a thought? Ah well please stay here with your luggage while I go inform a member of the staff about our arrival and apologize about our tardiness, or you can wander around the choice is yours.""<br/><br/>I nod again as she walks off and I let off a small sigh. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">No offense to the Sister but she is much too chatty at times.</span>"" I think while holding my hand on the hilt of my katana. After counting to ten to make sure she goes away I take out a small hand mirror from my robes and look at myself to straighten myself out. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">I may not care about how I look but I think I should be looking presentable, to both the staff and Rache.</span>"" I straighten my black robes and my hair and give a small sigh. So this is what its like to be away from home, unable to calm my hands down I shove one into my pocket and rest the other on the hilt of my weapon. ""The sooner I can get these affairs out of the way and meet with Rache the better."" I admit out loud, and openly admitting my dependence on others of the Ninth for long periods of time, though I keep looking around me to make sure no one tries to do anything to me. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">What's there to worry about? Rache was sent here so it should be safe enough to let my guard down.</span>"" I argue with myself but it doesn't improve anything, people... people can't be trusted no matter how well you know them, with some exceptions too of course but they can't be normal."
10891,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=550,2015-08-27T23:12:00,Zarkenis Ultima,"Like many others, the two aspirants of Group A-23 were also at the arena, and had been for a while, waiting for the two participants of the duel to show up, having gone there once they had finished their morning routines. Aressa was rather amused by the ammount of spectators that had gathered around the arena to witness the duel, a crowd composed of both curious Gladians of the surrounding town and of , while Arcander was still concerned about the fact that a challenge had seriously been issued iin the first place, and about how the tension between the two students could affect the group as a whole. He only hoped that some of that tension would be released today.<br/><br/>Whatever their thoughts, however, the two of them watched as the duelists arrived and spoke briefly before taking their places. At that moment, Aressa left Arcander on the fringes of the arena and walked to the center to assume her duties as the Marshall of the Field, looking at both Kyrissa and Rache.<br/><br/>""Warriors, before you take to the fields of honor, I am compelled to ask, will neither of you take a different path? If you would, then take a step forward."" She spoke solemnly, as she had been taught, but she knew very well, even before the lack of action made it even more painfully evident, that neither Kyrissa nor Rache would back down from the fight or seek to make peace with each other, not before having had the chance to beat each other up at least.<br/><br/>After waiting for a reasonable ammount of time, the red-haired knight in training nodded to herself.<br/><br/>""So be it. The fields of honor beckon you."" She said as she turned around and stepped away from the center of the arena, returning to Arcander's side before looking back at the two warriors, who even now continued to stare at each other. ""You may begin."" She sentenced at last.<br/><br/>""You're pretty good at this aren't you?"" Arcander remarked with a chuckle once she was done playing her part.<br/><br/>""Shut up."""
10892,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=550,2015-08-27T23:45:00,Ularn,"""Just so you know, Master Mathel,"" Gin quipped as he was handed over, ""If you drop me, lose me, dent me or scratch me at any point in the next few minutes of my being in your care, Kyrissa's entire family will hunt you and all your progeny to the edge of the Known Universe and wipe your seed from existence. No pressure!""<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>Meanwhile Kyrissa had spent Rache's last sermon with her back to her opponent, studiously examining her own sword in a facade of preparation that was really just meant to demonstrate the utter contempt she had for him by ignoring him. When Arressa called them together and gave them a final chance to withdraw the challenge she had only growled, ""Let's get this over with,"" and paced towards her starting place. ""Armour,"" she spat impatiently and the flash of the hyperspace storage unit's light enveloped her. Where it subsided, Kyr was left clad shoulder to toe in immaculate shining black curves with a cloth of holographic light; the armour of the Silver Hand. ""Helm,"" she added and her azure-tinted hair and the last scarlet skin of her face was instantly encased in a featureless black dome.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>""You may begin,"" Aressa announced.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>Kyr's right foot shot forward instantly into a combat stance while her blade ignited in crimson fire. It was modelled on Gin, the sword she knew even as a squire would one day be hers, with the same elongated hilt designed for wielding a blade that could be much longer than the one it had now, which she brandished in two hands, blade held vertical, hands in close; a defensive posture. She made no other movement but those closest in the crowd could hear a low, measured chant coming forth from the muffled confines her helmet.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">O nytv puv gies...</span>"""
10893,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=550,2015-08-28T16:52:00,Elysian Kentarchy,"<span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Rache's Perspective</span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Her arrogance is amazing, she would fit right in with some of the more older Brothers and Sisters of the Order.""</span>I can't help but think this irony as I take up my position and draw Solace. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Fire.</span>"" The word echos in my head and a memory flashes before me briefly but I shake my head. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">It doesn't matter like I do when the lawless use it I just have to kill my heart for a while.</span>"" And with that I wipe all feeling and emotion from my face, even from my eyes, as I always do, as I have trained myself to do, when I am in battle, some have called this battle sleep but it is how I cope with the blood I have to shed and the fighting I have to carry out thanks to religion. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">The fire will go away if I end this quickly. That will settle it.</span>"" I think deciding on how I will deal with this and I hold my sword up before my face and whisper to Solace. ""Let our blades dance a dance and speak what words have failed to do, Solace, I don't know if you can hear me, but lend me the strength I need to defeat the enemy."" As soon as the order for battle commences I prepare myself to mount a defense expecting Kyr to come at me blade swinging, she seems the type, but she doesn't instead she begins mumbling something. Probably just a spell to strengthen her defenses. So that's it. She wants me to make the first move well I shouldn't keep a lady waiting. I grasp Solace in both hands firmly and charge at her at top speed, and, thanks to the lack of weights, that is considerable, and I say... well more like growling at her as our blades clash ""Let us end this farce."" I move fast launching a series of fast strikes at her, the target of this is aimed at breaking Kyr's defense though speed.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Kristina's Perspective</span></span><br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Where is that bottle blonde?</span>"" I think disapprovingly of Sister Jule. Of course given how the 33rd is staffed with idiots anyway it wouldn't be surprising to find she has offended some tradition or another here as soon as she got and got herself arrested. My spite concerning the 33rd surprises me for a moment but I shake my head. Even if it is spite it is still an emotion I have managed to recover after all of this time. I do notice crowds of people going off to an area, maybe something to do with the school. Which means Rache will probably be there. I actually feel some of my worries fade away with that thought and I start to head in that direction, I'll let Sister Jule either head back to Vigil or find me herself. As I walk down the path though I nervously keep my hand on my katana prepared to run at a moments notice, there are too many strangers here, so many who are not my Brothers or Sisters."
10894,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=550,2015-08-28T20:18:00,Saleon,"<blockquote><div><cite>Ularn <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=25811524#p25811524"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Just so you know, Master Mathel,"" Gin quipped as he was handed over, ""If you drop me, lose me, dent me or scratch me at any point in the next few minutes of my being in your care, Kyrissa's entire family will hunt you and all your progeny to the edge of the Known Universe and wipe your seed from existence. No pressure!""</div></blockquote>""gin,"" Kal pressured while gripping the handle, ""let's talk..."" Kal grasped the blade and knelt down. The blade lay sideways on his knees as he finally sat fully, ""you my friend,"" he chided, ""are an arrogant prick. I don't care how long you've lived or how much you value your owner... you tell terrible jokes. Now mistress Gin, as I believe you were called. What makes you so arrogant? Is it how you were programmed? Or did you spend to long in your sheathe?""<br/><br/>He raised his hand near the tip of the blade, a small segment of energy began to dance around his pointer finger. He streaked his finger, with a small but barely noticeable zap tracing with it. He looked deeply at Gin as he slowly creased the center of the talking sword. ""my friend,"" Kal placated, turning to<a class=""postlink"" href=""https://s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com/236x/93/2d/7d/932d7d59f4cf8ea58269eff2a630e8f3.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">pure evil</a>, ""now if you want to tell some jokes... I can show you some<span style=""font-style: italic"">seriously good</span><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-style: italic"">jokes</span></span>."""
10895,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=550,2015-08-28T23:17:00,Ularn,"Gin simply chuckled, power lines flickering mirthfully, ""Oh put it away son. Whoever she is, she's not looking."" The pattern of lights along Gin's hilt then seemed to shimmer subtly as the duel began, as though it's attention was no longer on Kal'kul.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>Rache's opening sally was ferocious but uncoordinated in the face of Kyrissa's prepared defence. Her grip shifted abruptly to one hand only and she deflected each of her opponent's rapid thrusts with textbook precision yet made not attempt to exploit Rache's own weaknesses herself.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>""She's testing him,"" Gin remarked to Kal, voice full of approval, ""Though I suspect Olderen has better than this if his swordsmanship got him into the Academy. He mus- oh<span style=""font-style: italic"">that</span>was<span style=""font-style: italic"">clumsy!</span>""<br/><hr/>Anticipating the rapidity of Rache's initial strikes from his advance, Kyrissa switched to a single handed hold at the last fraction of a second before absorbing the attack, allowing her to parry faster and perhaps throwing Rache off-balance by her change in posture.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Gies ot vji nopf-lommis,</span>"" she intoned, not breaking her chant as she melted away from he first lunge to flow around each subsequent follow-through. Her opponent's strikes were clumsy for all their speed and Kyr's mouth curved triumphantly.<span style=""font-style: italic"">This'll be easier than expected,</span>she thought briefly.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>She should have seen it strike coming. Kyr caught the slight turn of the wrist too late and Rache's blade bypassed her slicing defence, connecting along her forearm. Her shield blazed dazzling white for an instant as it bled off the absorbed energies of the strike and the equal force required to counter it and Kyr reeled with the blow, almost losing the concentration needed for her building spell.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>A step back gained her the second's respite she needed and Kyr gripped her sword with two hands again while she carried on her chant, ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Gies ot vji movvmi-fievj vjev csopht vuvim ucmovisevoup...</span>"""
10896,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=550,2015-08-29T14:28:00,Saleon,"<blockquote><div><cite>Ularn <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=25823336#p25823336"">wrote</a>:</cite>Gin simply chuckled, power lines flickering mirthfully, ""Oh put it away son. Whoever she is, she's not looking."" The pattern of lights along Gin's hilt then seemed to shimmer subtly as the duel began, as though it's attention was no longer on Kal'kul.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>Rache's opening sally was ferocious but uncoordinated in the face of Kyrissa's prepared defence. Her grip shifted abruptly to one hand only and she deflected each of her opponent's rapid thrusts with textbook precision yet made not attempt to exploit Rache's own weaknesses herself.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>""She's testing him,"" Gin remarked to Kal, voice full of approval, ""Though I suspect Olderen has better than this if his swordsmanship got him into the Academy. He mus- oh <span style=""font-style: italic"">that</span> was <span style=""font-style: italic"">clumsy!</span>""<br/></div></blockquote>Kal solidly took in his line. His face pulled down a frowning discontent. ""I won't impress anyone,"" he burdened, giving off a soft, but adamant hatred, ""but myself. My parents can be d***ed by how I act. It is better to wreck the lies, than keep up the farce. My path is my path, so don't act like any authority has my fealty, lest I know his actions are true."" Kal remembered everything he thought of last night, despite the fun of the duel. He held up his guard and stern anger for more than a second<br/><br/>He quickly rebounded from the past as he looked to see Kyr's smirk. She forgot his advice for a second and in that second he saw Rache pass on through. He quickly made a small sigh, this time not for his parents, but for her. ""dang it,"" he chided softly, ""I told her to not let her confidence blind her."" He looked back to when he gave the advice. ""She seems to hold a lot of pride in the Kerembor title,"" he remarked, ""I must ask, why does she hold on so fervently? Her heavy-handed pride seems to be her weakness, or rather, she grabs on to the name so highly as to forget to evaluate herself and her opponent. Rache has already capitalized on this, so she better learn quick."""
10897,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=550,2015-08-29T23:21:00,Elysian Kentarchy,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Rache's Perspective</span></span><br/><br/>Even though I have tried to wipe feeling from my face due to the fire I still feel my mouth twitch upward in satisfaction at my blow getting past her defenses but I turn my face back to its blank slate in the face of fire. Though now that the extent of her defenses have been tested I abandon what seemed to be an overhasty and reckless offense and I quickly close the gap she made, I still keep up my speed while being more coordinated though I still hold back because I expect her to take any gap in my defenses as a chance to strike back. I blot out her chanting and continue my assault. Her defense is formidable admittedly but a warrior who spends all their time on the defense will never defeat a determined attacker, especially if they have reserves of energy to fall back on. With that in mind I try circling her but she reacts quickly moving her blade to prevent me from striking her shields again but I keep trying to move flank her and manage to actually nick her shields but the damage is extremely minimal when compared to my earlier strike. She is clearly able to react to me quickly.<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://vocaroo.com/i/s1bIcYkYR2tS"" rel=""nofollow"">""<span style=""font-style: italic"">This is so much like some of my previous battles though, a skilled defense being able to negate my speed, it is just like the old days. Hmph. I may have to switch tactics soon. Clearly speed alone can't overwhelm her.</span>""</a><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Kristina's Perspective</span></span><br/><br/>I reach what seems to be an arena where it seems to be a couple of people battling. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">A sparing match? No... no sparing match would draw this much of a crowd. A duel then? That seems more likely. Why one so early though. On the other hand throw so many people together things like this would happen</span>."" Despite my height I have admittedly poor eyesight, my glasses are in the trunk, so I can't really see the combatants so I shoulder my way through the crowd so I can get closer to the front, my hand doesn't leave the hilt of my katana though, stopping next to a girl with golden hair so I can see them just fine now. One is wearing a helmet but by the looks of her she is female and then I look at her opponent he is moving a bit too fast for me to exactly pick up who he is but I have a feeling I know who it is taking into account his silver hair. And he slows down for a moment so I manage to get a good look at him. ""It can't be."" I say out loud staring at him but he doesn't hear me, the black robes, probably being worn over his armor as per the standard, could possibly be a foreign thing but in the Order only 6 people, including myself, have taken up the black. ""Is him?"" I look a bit harder at the image I got and there can't be any denying it. The silver hair, the robes, the presence of Solace in his hands... even if those weren't there you can clearly see the seal of the Ninth Platoon stitched into the sleeve of his robes and there is only one male left in the Platoon, but otherwise we are wearing the exact same outfit no matter how you look at it. He does a twirl with his blade and I catch a glimpse of his face. ""Rache."" I say out loud having to restrain myself from moving to the field. ""What are you doing?"" I ask loud enough for a normal conversation but not loud enough for someone who is fighting to hear and I run my hand through my black hair. ""What is going on?"" I look over at the girl next to me hoping she will answer me."
10898,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=550,2015-08-29T23:56:00,Ularn,"""Because the family name is the only reason Kyrissa was ever conceived,"" Gin replied abruptly after a momentary pause, ""I cannot explain more right now. Sit down with me once this is over, Master Mathel, and I will tell you the story of my people.""<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>The sword's attention flowed once more to the battle and assessed it with powers of perception no flesh-and-blood eyes could match, filtered through generations of knowledge and experience. ""Now<span style=""font-style: italic"">he</span>is testing<span style=""font-style: italic"">her.</span>""<br/><hr/>Kyrissa had neither Gin's faculties nor his experience but from the midst of the duel felt the shift in tempo as well as the sword saw it. Rache's strikes became less haphazard and more formalised. His style became familiar to forms that she knew as well, albeit with subtle differences; the same language spoken with a foreign accent.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>Easier to counter though, she decided while executing a series of near-textbook parries against his near-textbook thrusts. He was more mobile now as well, trying to find ways around her guard instead of slicing through it. She responded by holding her ground and turning her defence to meet his attacks instead of spending time and energy trying to outflank him as he attempted to do with her.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>""O<span style=""font-style: italic""> xomm gedi na gies,</span>"" she recited, voice rising faintly from a murmur, The spell was complicated; she had to not only forge it but also conceal what she was brewing from Rache lest he be able to counter it. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">O xomm qisnov ov vu qett uwis ni epf vjsuyhj ni...</span>"""
10899,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=550,2015-08-30T02:23:00,Mortelatuzia,"As Elysia eavesdrops on her fellow students and observes the duelists she finally pieces together some names. Rache Olderen and Kyrissa Kerembor. The two combatants were a match made in heaven as far as antagonists go. Mutual disrespect, opposing fighting styles, obsessive self-image, the only thing that would make the duel more generic would be if one murdered the other's father. She shuddered at the thought, too carried away with her emotions, shouldn't have brought back thoughts like that. Either way she continued to merely observe in silence until a black haired girl strode alongside her and began to show concern over the duel. The girl called for the male combatant, seemingly confused on the circumstances. As the girl looked at her for answers Elysia smiled warmly at her and replied softly as if to sooth the girl.<br/><br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://vocaroo.com/i/s1tDW46wJ0rx"" rel=""nofollow"">""Raché will be okay. You don't have to worry.""</a>Elysia knows all too well the look of fear that she saw in the girl's eyes. Watching someone you care about fight and not being able to do anything. The same look that she must have had as a child when she watched her father fight for his life in the arena. She watched closely as both combatants began to change their movements to try and counter the other.<span style=""color: #FF00FF""><span style=""font-style: italic"">'I hope its over soon.'</span></span>She returned her gaze to the red eyed girl beside her still with a beaming smile."
10900,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=550,2015-08-30T04:49:00,Pyrade,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Akkina</span><br/>Akkina watched the duel taking place with her arms folded. She leaned casually against a nearby tree, watching the group. She rolled her eyes when she heard Kristina call out Rache's name and muttered moodily before she spoke to Kristina,<br/>""He won't die. Might have his rear handed to him. But he won't die at least.""<br/>She appended to Elysia's statement, disdain tainting her voice. Her arms uncrossed, her sleeves slipping back down to cover the heretic scrawl across her arm. She sighed exasperatedly as she watched the pair duel,<br/>""They're toying with each other. Might as well be playing patty cake.""<br/>She muttered angrily. The outing they'd been on had apparently provoked this fight . . . Clearly neither of them felt strongly enough about their cause to actually go for it. It made Akkina feel sick.<br/>""Stop wasting time you two! I'm missing breakfast for this!""<br/>She yelled at the combatants."
10901,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=550,2015-08-30T10:03:00,The Starlight,"Ellyn stood at the front of the circle, having arrived early after snatching some breakfast. Not a day had gone by when she had berated herself for not bringing her art supplies. Instead of watching the duel she could be in her room, painting. Duels were always interesting, especially if you were the one fighting, and she respected Rache and Kyr just enough to come out and ""support"" them with her presence, though she was skeptical that the whole matter couldn't have been sorted with words instead of swords. The two of them had just gotten here, and she sensed that there would be tension and bitterness between the two of them for the rest of their stay, and she didn't want this to affect the rest of the group.<br/><br/>She wasn't particularly rooting for either of them, but went ahead and made a few predictions while observing the fight. Kyr had been totally on defense, which had been solid so far, while making a spell under her breath. She couldn't determine the nature of it, but assumed it was meant to either enhance Kyr or take Rache by surprise as the girl released her spell and started attack. Of course, if Kyr messed up one word whatever strategy she was basing on the spell would be ruined. On the other hand, if she successfully completed it but it didn't achieve the intended purpose, she doubted that Kyr would be able to make a spell of the same magnitude again. Meanwhile, Rache had been speedily attacking, just now adding some precision to his thrusts and slices, and she wondered if he even had a plan in mind, or when he would begin to use his own spells. Otherwise, he just tire himself out."
10902,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=550,2015-09-02T08:24:00,Elysian Kentarchy,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Rache's Perspective</span></span><br/><br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://vocaroo.com/i/s1leQk96G5f2"" rel=""nofollow""><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Tsk. If she doesn't fight back the purpose of moving fast is rendered moot. A conservative stance will accomplish the same goal in relatively the same amount of time and with less energy expanded.""</span></a>With that in mind I quickly change my stance using my sword to jab and slash at her defense. Speeding up and slowing down occasionally so no clear pattern can be established. This works well since her being used to me going fast causes her to overshoot where her sword should be and allows me to get in a good stab pushing her shields down even more and causing her to be pushed back slightly. Though that spell she is doing is starting to worrying me so I guess it is time to prep one of my trump cards to be on the safe side. I myself begin chanting for my own spell.<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://vocaroo.com/i/s0uS4MFNcHdm"" rel=""nofollow"">""Nith-qaddash shim-mukh katusha.""</a><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Kristina's Perspective</span></span><br/><br/>I nod slightly at the golden haired girl's words, tough I ignore the griping girl.<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://vocaroo.com/i/s0ODtLqtfu8V"" rel=""nofollow"">""He hasn't failed yet.""</a>I say placing my hand in my pocket and feeling the cold metal of my Platoon Seal, together the Ninth rarely fails, to me that is a fact in my admittedly damaged mind. I give a nod of thanks to the girl though for her words and I focus back on the battle. I give a small nod of approval to his change of tactics. Against an unmovable opponent speed is rendered pointless largely outside of probing attacks so the switch is highly suited for this combat. It is similar to attacking a fortress with high walls on foot. Running at the walls can only accomplish so much and despite Rache's energy it would be best to conserve when he can, though admittedly she has a good defense which allowed her to negate his plan. Though even if I didn't know what spell he was planning initially after the first couple words I can tell and give another nod of approval.<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://vocaroo.com/i/s0Ad6eF88RzS"" rel=""nofollow"">""What is this duel to anyway?""</a>I ask the golden haired girl simply, not wanting to deal with the one with red hair."
10903,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=550,2015-09-02T17:41:00,Mortelatuzia,"Elysia grimaced as she watched the duel unfold and heard the obscene comments of the unknown girl. She was reminiscent of the dueling crowd back home, who used up what little wealth they had to bet on duels. Duels on Daemoria were the last semblance of order in an otherwise broken and lawless world, and yet it was still plagued with corruption by those who supported it. Elysia clicked her tongue, not out of annoyance at the other girl, just out of general disdain.<br/><br/>""Fighting isn't simply about speed and aggression you know. While they certainly aren't the best fighters, they aren't the worst either. So please, try to be respectful, Miss."" She nodded at the red haired girl out of respect, despite her first impression not being the best. She turned her attention back to the dark haired girl and lightly frowned at her question.<br/><br/>""I'm not sure. From what I've gathered the there is some sort of conflict in ideology between them that can only be settled through battle."" She sighed deeply. ""Though it really doesn't solve anything, except what you people call 'honor.'"" Elysia observed the duelists more closely and noticed something she hadn't before. The length of the chants they were listing for their spells were peculiarly long. Of course on her world very few people even learned of magic but those that did never lasted this long in preparation."
10904,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=550,2015-09-02T23:09:00,Pyrade,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Akkina</span><br/>""Preaching about respect when two of your friends are attempting to wound each other for something one of them said. . . ""<br/>Akkina mused aloud, her voice laden with sardonic criticism.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">And they claim the lawless are savages. . . </span><br/>She thought to herself, inspecting the tattoos along her arm wistfully. She was also struggling to understand the length of lawful incantations. In her clan, the magic she used was held within short, keywords. Things which translated to Blaze, Cloak, Burn. Perhaps it was because they were channeling stronger magics. Although, something that required as many words as Kyrissa had been murmuring was almost in the same league as the gravity mages of old.<br/>""If he really wants to deal damage he's going to need to start taking some risks. Same for her.""<br/>She muttered quietly, watching the combat and wishing at least one of them would do something other than strike and block. It was infuriating. And honestly, speed always helped when fighting in her opinion.<br/>""Anyway, you may keep fighting however, speed and aggression are the only way you'll actually bury a blade between someone's ribs.""<br/>Akkina said with a shrug of boredom."
10905,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=550,2015-09-03T12:10:00,Mortelatuzia,"""Ah, you presume a bit much I'm afraid."" Elysia stated coldly albeit disguised by her soft voice and unwavering glow. ""I don't know them any more than I know you. People will do what they will, no matter how hard you try."" She sighed and looked down for a moment. The arrogance, the dispassionate speech, it was all a bit too familiar. She shook her head, now was not the time to sulk.<br/><br/>""But, you're entitled to your opinion, Miss. I won't hold that against you."" Elysia turned her attention away from the girls and toward the crowd that came to watch the spectacle. While the students that had come were quiet and carefully observant the locals were considerably rowdy. Their opinion of the female duelist couldn't have been great as it prolonged the fighting. People always seem to want what's quick and bloody. No margin for error. Get in and get out. She halfheartedly chuckled. It was the mark of a professional to be quick and efficient. But for all the death she has seen and known, none of it bore that trait. Perhaps everyone else was right, that a swift defeat is better than a prolonged victory.<br/><br/>Elysia looked longingly at the world around her. It was at times like this that she wanted to run away. Run from life and into the wilderness, where no one would judge you for your emotions. But most of all, where no one would try to kill you."
10906,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=550,2015-09-04T08:28:00,Pyrade,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Akkina</span><br/>Akkina smirked and rolled her eyes,<br/>""Yes, I am entitled to my opinion. Until the council thinks my opinion is wrong, but keep reminding yourself, I'm sure you'll eventually stop slaying innocents for the sake of different beliefs""<br/>She replied, recalling all the times her seed parent had been called upon to<span style=""font-style: italic"">defend</span>the clan from Lawful attacks. Or so she thought, the truth was wholly unknown to her. She also felt a hint of satisfaction as she casually lashed out at Elysia with scathing verbal responses. She had spent many cycles amongst the lawful order, having been forced to fight stronger, harder and better than anyone to achieve half the amount of respect. Purely because she was lawless, forget that she was barely a fledgling. Her heritage and tattoos singled her out, and that was what people saw first.<br/>""Haven't you heard the rumours? That's what this is about. The one thinks lawless should all be slain, the other thinks lawless non-combatants should be imprisoned until they reach the end of their uselessness. At least, that's what I heard. Neither conforms with your<span style=""font-style: italic"">Laws</span>now do they?""<br/>She murmured to Elysia, her satisfaction growing as she dealt one more blow she felt was earned by the lawful.<br/>""Don't pretend you wouldn't gladly end the life of a heretic. . .""<br/>She murmured with a smirk, assuming the girl was not aware of Akkina's heritage.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Orion</span><br/>Orion sat under the tree still, avoiding the general disturbance amongst the crowd due to the duel. He watched the duellists carefully as he mentally assessed how he would have reacted to the blows they struck against each other. He admired their ability to form spell calls in mid combat. He used his mostly to get in close, allowing him a chance to dodge the swinging, scything blades until he was too close to avoid. He saw Rache's strike slip under Kyrissa's defenses, striking brightly against her energy shielding.<br/>""Catch him while he's resting on his laurels Kyr!""<br/>Orion shouted, unable to restrain the shout as he sat under the tree. He really didn't want Rache to win. That would just make things look terrible for the council laws."
10907,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=550,2015-09-04T16:58:00,Mortelatuzia,"Elysia observed the tattooed girl closely. She was more pressing than the duel which was still held in a stalemate. It was obvious that she had a deep seeded hatred for those around her but she couldn't figure out why. The entire conflict between those of different beliefs seemed ridiculous to her. Could people not just be left alone to do as they please? She sighed heavily. Of course not, she knew well that those who believe in their ideals strongly would always conflict with those who believed different. Perhaps it is just nature to fight, to find an outlet for powerful emotion. She waited for the girl to finish before speaking.<br/><br/>""I don't know what your life was like, but I can tell there is a lot that bothers you. Either way, I don't think it's right to kill anyone no matter what their beliefs are. My father taught me that there is a goodness that resides within all sentients, one that can be twisted or tainted but can be found again in time."" Elysia smiled warmly at the girl. She blinked and tilted her head to the side as a show of friendliness.<br/><br/><span style=""color: #FF00FF"">""I know there's a lot of wounds you have that my words can't mend, but please don't be upset. I meant no disrespect.""</span>"
10908,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=550,2015-09-05T18:05:00,Ularn,"""I was wrong,"" Gin muttered slowly and grimly as the tide of the battle shifted once again, ""She was not testing him; she was not doing anything.""<br/><hr/>Kyrissa had started the duel waiting for Rache's attack. She had taken it, absorbed it, deflected it and interpreted it and found no threat behind it. She was a far better swordsman than her opponent and she had reacted to his thrusts and strikes on her own terms with practiced, near-perfect precision. She watched him make mistakes, leave gaps in his defence, and had left them unexploited because there was no pressing need totake advantage of them. The longer the duel went on, the sloppier Rache would become and the more mistakes he would make. When Kyr did bring her sword to bear, she would end the duel quickly, assuming she did not finish her spell first. There was time.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>Only Rache had been studying her defence as well as she had studied his attack. When the change in posture came it took Kyrissa by surprise with the deft, coordinated strikes that systematically dismantled her guard. Rache's blade ceased to be the battering ram wasting itself against the indestructible walls of her fortress; it was the sappers' tunnel that penetrated deep beneath them and in her hubris she had allowed it to happen.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>Pulses of light flared again and again against her diminishing shield and Kyr's helmet concealed her panicked features as she tried to rally her defences. She attempted a few probing thrusts to shift the initiative back in her favour but Rache deflected her pitifully rehearsed stabs as easily as she had defended against the standardised katas he had used moments before and in doing so her attack left her open to further retaliatory punishment.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>Kyr was losing but there was still time, still a chance if she could only hold out long enough to finish her spell. It would devastate Rache and turn the tide of the battle in less than a second.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">...Epf xjip ov jet hupi qetv O xomm vysp vji oppis iai vu tii ovt qevj...</span>"""
10909,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=550,2015-09-07T19:53:00,Elysian Kentarchy,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Rache's Perspective</span></span><br/>As I make another blow against her shield Kristina's words from when we developed our shared style together with Anastasia come to mind from when she was completely sane.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""This tactic is best for when facing multiple opponents, it allows you to overwhelm one and go on against another. Against a single opponent though, especially one who has a good defense, it has very glaring issues so a refined course is needed compared to our normally wild styles.""</span>I chastise myself in my head.<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://vocaroo.com/i/s050shw6LY2O"" rel=""nofollow""><span style=""font-style: italic"">""If Kristina was like how she was before she would probably smack me for forgetting that. Ah well Anastasia will do the smacking anyway, knowing her.""</span></a>A small smile tugs at my face over memories but I keep up my offensive.<br/><br/>Admittedly Solace is a bit unwieldy for this type of fighting due to him being a long sword but I don't want to whip out the short sword and use it for fear of it being taken badly, especially since I did not make it know that I had it on my person. But I have had enough practice with using him like this to render it moot. I mix up my foot and blade work keeping it random and doing all I can to keep her off balance. I continue my chant, since she has failed to fight back no matter how open I left myself she is clearly having some offensive spell planned, I need to finish this spell quickly but wear down her shields at the same time, a couple more times and her shields will be gone completely. Thus it is only a matter of time. And that is why I keep up my swordplay aimed at reducing her shields to nothing and keep up my chant.<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://vocaroo.com/i/s1Vo9WkQUC6C"" rel=""nofollow"">""Plundrar Bråd De våldtar Dod. Nyet Rika Il mua espíritus nuhra Haw lan Fortis""</a><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Kristina's Perpective</span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Kristina I order you to not start a fight with anyone under any circumstance, the exceptions being orders from Rache or cases of self defense.""</span>That was Adina's last orders to me before I left. There is no doubt in my mind that this is a correct order, in the end Rache and Adina were the ones who led me back, they are my saviors, my shepherds, my 'father' and 'mother', so in the end they know better than me on these affairs, that is why I have faith their orders are the right thing to do, I won't allow that faith to waver, not now not ever. that is why I do not react at all to the lawless girl even though under normal circumstances a hostile reaction is dictated. Killing someone like her, or at least taking her out of commission for a while, would be my average day back home yet I have my orders and I will follow them, only if to make those two happy. Though her mentioning the duelist's viewpoints causes me to mutter.<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://vocaroo.com/i/s1PXwhpi0EeR"" rel=""nofollow"">""So that is what this is about...""</a>Of course it is clear to me which one Rache picked and I do think that Rache was correct by virtue of our wartime mentality, with our long life spans maintaining a prisoner of war population for extremely long periods of time, until they die, is actually a massive negative and a needless drain on resources, especially when our people are better off dead than becoming lawless prisoners, where they are typically killed, tortured, or have other actions carried out on them, which is why any of our Order who are taken prisoner are rescued by our hand. Both Rache and myself can testify to that and that has led to retaliatory executions. Such is the cycle of violence we have been condemned to. But it doesn't matter. Rache said our cause is holy and just, that we fight to defend our faith from infidels, that in the end we fight in Aradain's name because someone has to, and Rache can't be wrong, he can't be, even if he was just repeating platitudes to make everyone feel better.. The words of an old battle hymn comes to mind.<span style=""font-style: italic"">'Into battle facing the fire, Aradain thy will be done.'</span>.<br/><br/>But I turn my focus to paying a deeper attention to the battlefield. Rache intentionally leaving himself wide open for any form of counterattack, frequently I might add, failed which is baffling, even if she was dedicated wholeheartedly to defense if your opponent exposes a weak spot you should take it. Otherwise all she will become is a fortress under siege, no not even then, you just become people who hide behind their walls and wait for the storm to pass, and thus the only possible conclusions is to either starve them out or for the enemy to run out of steam. And trying to wait for Rache to run out of steam is completely pointless, he has more energy than a lot of people I have seen. So Rache decided to put on a show for the others with his speed and used a tactic for fighting multiple opponents, what this also allowed him to do was find weak points in her defense and to see the scale of what she could do defensively. And Rache is taking advantage of it. Her defense is good but it more or less seems to be coming down to theory versus experience. In the end though this will be open soon. That much is clear.<br/><br/>What the golden haired girl mentions the idea that good is present in everyone I quietly, and very slightly, shake my head, remembering that I too once felt that way. But after what I had seen and what I had felt for the past ten years I no longer believe that, not in the slightest, so I ask.<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://vocaroo.com/i/s12ePIdI8ZJM"" rel=""nofollow"">""What of those who refuse to repent? Those who pretty much leap into hell laughing? Those who do not feel an ounce of guilt or remorse over their actions?</a><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://vocaroo.com/i/s1H2GGZbBtj9"" rel=""nofollow"">I do not disagree that anyone can do a good deed or action but some do good for the sake of convince because it allows them to progress their goals. That is not good, that is making good a tool to further your own ends, which may not be moral in the slightest.""</a>I am seriously unused to talking to a stranger this much which causes my voice to tire slightly and have it show in a strain on my voice and on my face but I smooth it out to the usual emotionless expression and I turn my head back to the combatants so I can focus on them."
10910,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=550,2015-09-08T13:09:00,Pyrade,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Akkina</span><br/>Akkina smirked as she listened to Elysia's words of peace and harmony.<br/>""A fine sentiment. One which will help you nought when your enemies are preparing to plunge a blade into your sternum.""<br/>She said with a wry chuckle, the amusement she found in the naivety she found on a daily basis amongst the lawful was a small source of entertainment for her now that her only life was training and the academy. They seemed so hopeful that there was good in everyone. She wasn't entirely sure there was even this thing called good to begin with. Her brow furrowed in confusion as she heard Elysia speak of her supposed wounds. She rolled her eyes and shook her head,<br/>""My wounds are long healed scars from real blades. They do not cause me upset in the slightest.""<br/>She replied before shooting a glance in Kristina's direction.<br/>""Those who leap into hell laughing? How very apt, I shall have to remember that.""<br/>She said with a chuckle, recalling the drop coffins her clan used to deploy for combat. There was very often laughing involved on days when drops needed to be made, combat was surprisingly light-hearted when you were already considered dead.<br/>""Those who are unrepentant usually have nothing to lose, meaning they can fight harder, stronger and longer than you. Because there is nothing tying them down but their purpose to their blade. Those men will fight until the very last sliver of life. It would be best if you simply did him a favour and unseamed his head from his neck. Have either of you actually fought heretics before?""<br/>She asked them in a more amicable tone. Her snide undermining of their beliefs temporarily on the back burner as she engaged in conversation. She also knew she had . . . In a round about way, fought heretics before. Thus she was curious as to the ways of the other knight corps."
10911,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=550,2015-09-13T16:04:00,Ularn,"It was no good. Kyrissa was on the attack now but her delay had let Rache get a read on her and exploit it. He parried every strike or dodged around it and used the opening she left to attack her again, carving away at her shield. A warning light flicked red in her helmet; Kyr could only withstand a few more hits.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>How had she let this happen?<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>Still a chance though; still a way out if she could hold on long enough to complete her spell, her spell that would obliterate Rache's defences and make up for all her mistakes. She could still win and Kyr continued chanting as her shield blazed with the absorbed energy of another hit, voice rising in desperation, ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Xjisi vji gies jet hupi vjisi xomm ci puvjoph...</span>"""
10912,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=550,2015-09-13T21:52:00,Zarkenis Ultima,"As the duel raged on in the small park in the center of the minute Gladian town, there was someone on an otherwise empty area on a nearby hill overlooking the park, sitting on one of the many benches laid out for the comfort of any visitors and reading a book on an electronic device.<br/><br/>Unfortunately for her, another girl then arrived, casually removing the device from the other's hands and then looking at it with a blank expression.<br/><br/>""What are you doing all the way over here, Jun? There's more interesting stuff happening down there, right in front of your nose."" Elsis said to her younger sister with nonchalance, depositing the artifact next to her on the bench after ascertaining that, indeed, it was some boring book like so many others that her sister seemed to enjoy. ""I mean I get that you like this kind of stuff but honestly, you keep burying your head in these and you won't make any new friends or learn any of the stuff that really matters."" The older girl said, figuring that now that they were back on good terms, she could bully Juna a little. In her mind, it was a far better alternative to treading lightly or awkwardly trying to find a topic of conversation, as this felt far more normal and helped her feel like everything was just like the old times.<br/><br/>Naturally, though, she had no desire to do much more than poke at her sister, and so, after that, Elsis simply ran a hand through her coral red hair as she glanced at the fight. ""You do have to admit that now that you're here, with nobody labelling you an undesirable or calling you four-eyes or anything like that, you have much better chances of making a friend. Don't you think you should take them?"" She said afterwards, this time with genuine concern.<br/><br/>""You'll have plenty of time to read, anyway. The teachers are probably going to put us through a lot of that."" The braveblood said with a pointed grimace, clearly displeased with the idea, as she leaned on the metallic fence that had been put in place to keep any little children from falling and rolling down the hill. With a mildly bored expression, she observed the fight taking place below."
10913,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=575,2015-09-17T07:06:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Zarkenis Ultima <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=25995362#p25995362"">wrote</a>:</cite>As the duel raged on in the small park in the center of the minute Gladian town, there was someone on an otherwise empty area on a nearby hill overlooking the park, sitting on one of the many benches laid out for the comfort of any visitors and reading a book on an electronic device.<br/><br/>Unfortunately for her, another girl then arrived, casually removing the device from the other's hands and then looking at it with a blank expression.<br/><br/>""What are you doing all the way over here, Jun? There's more interesting stuff happening down there, right in front of your nose."" Elsis said to her younger sister with nonchalance, depositing the artifact next to her on the bench after ascertaining that, indeed, it was some boring book like so many others that her sister seemed to enjoy. ""I mean I get that you like this kind of stuff but honestly, you keep burying your head in these and you won't make any new friends or learn any of the stuff that really matters."" The older girl said, figuring that now that they were back on good terms, she could bully Juna a little. In her mind, it was a far better alternative to treading lightly or awkwardly trying to find a topic of conversation, as this felt far more normal and helped her feel like everything was just like the old times.<br/><br/>Naturally, though, she had no desire to do much more than poke at her sister, and so, after that, Elsis simply ran a hand through her coral red hair as she glanced at the fight. ""You do have to admit that now that you're here, with nobody labelling you an undesirable or calling you four-eyes or anything like that, you have much better chances of making a friend. Don't you think you should take them?"" She said afterwards, this time with genuine concern.<br/><br/>""You'll have plenty of time to read, anyway. The teachers are probably going to put us through a lot of that."" The braveblood said with a pointed grimace, clearly displeased with the idea, as she leaned on the metallic fence that had been put in place to keep any little children from falling and rolling down the hill. With a mildly bored expression, she observed the fight taking place below.</div></blockquote><br/>""What the duel?"" Juna asked, she shrugged. ""if I wanted to see two people brain each other because one call the other a rude name then I would have stayed back home."" She paused, adjusting her glasses. ""I suppose you do make a logical point. But how could I resist such a nice reading area? Nice, beautiful, quiet until you showed up."" She lifted her book, shaking it like it would draw her sisters attention. Something about advanced something or other. It didn't really matter to anyone but Juna. ""And this is actually a ""new"" one. Never got to read it back home. Our parents seem to have a lot of books for people who hate them."" She pointed out, using new in the sense she hadn't read it. ""You'll probably end up reading it at some point.""<br/><br/>""Also, mind not going into detail about any of the ""four eyes"" stuff around the Fangless. It's pretty embarrassing."" She sighed, ""Again, for people who hate books they seem to know a lot of colorful insults. Jamak especially. That boy had a mouth on him...""<br/><br/>""Speaking of friends... Since we're talking. How are you getting along on that front?"" She asked. ""Anyone you could introduce me too?"" She them made a wry smile. ""Any ""cute boys""?"""
10914,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=575,2015-09-18T18:07:00,Zarkenis Ultima,"Elsis snickered, grinning widely as she heard the comment about the reading spot picked by her sister being nice and quiet until she arrived. Truth be told, she took this as a compliment, as she did not at all mind being considered someone who took away the calm and unleashed the storm. Tranquility was not something particularly desirable as far as she was concerned, even if there was nothing inherently wrong with it either. Hearing Juna talk about their parents, though, the braveblood's grin was diminished, though it remained on her face. ""Well, they secured the family's status, or at least, dad did. I figure he gets to have whatever he wants in his house, even if it's something bizarre like that"" She said. She had been about to remark that perhaps they regretted having said books lying around the house, but bit her tongue just in time. She did not intend any harm but even then she was not stupid enough to believe that the comment would go by unnoticed, and the last thing she wanted was to spark another argument with her dear sister.<br/><br/>Regarding her comment about home, the girl with coral red hair didn't say anything. She didn't think that what Juna said was a bad thing, necessarily, but it was certainly true, so she saw no need to say anything more. Juna's next questions, however, left her taken aback for a moment.<br/><br/>""Well, well, that's an unusual question for you, isn't it sis?"" Elsis replied, making the same kind of smile that her sister had on her face at the moment. If a bystander had been there to look at them he would have seen the similarities between them with ease. ""Who would have thought? But anyway, I have to say that there's no one too interesting in my group, on that front. Aside from me, there's six other students and only three are boys. One's the lanky runner, I'm sure you've seen him, he had a lot of work yesterday, going from the cave to the hotel and back again. The other two are less gaunt but they're nothing to look at, frankly."" She concluded with a shrug, before looking in her sister's direction. ""What about you? Seen anyone attractive in your group? Anyone you fancy?"" She asked. She already knew a few people in Juna's group by sight at least, but she was curious about what her sister thought of them."
10915,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=575,2015-09-19T18:22:00,Elysian Kentarchy,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Rache</span></span><br/><br/>Her defense gets desperate enough that she actually attempts to counter-attack but if there is one thing I specialize in when fighting with blades it is stopping a counter-attack and turning it against an opponent. So after some dodging I take advantage of the gap and get in several blows and strike a final blow completely disabling her shield. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">That is done. Now I just need to draw blood.</span>"" My blade moves quickly trying to find weak points in her defense and I push for trying to get a blow in at her neck which, thanks to her armor, is probably the region safest to strike without injuring her too much. She is desperately managing to deflect my attacks though but now it is more of a waiting game. The commander has chosen to sally forth but that has allowed the besiegers to fight their way in. I would much rather not hurt her too much, it would be best that way so resentment or hatred won't grow too much so I aim for causing the least amount of damage but enough to draw blood. Even if she seems to be a nepotist there is no point in making enemies. ""Itlya Olvanic mita Polanov"" I say continuing my chant. Though her desperation is growing as apparent as possible so I know this is a race against the clock.<br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Kristina</span></span><br/><br/>""I do agree that most when cornered will fight their hardest."" I say calmly and I am about to continue to answer her question in the same way but I feel my mind fade away from rationality and replaced by something else despite my attempts to resist it. I close my eyes musing over the girl's question, tuning out all arguments. ""Oh you mean souls dedicated in battle prayer?"" I ask in a different, almost childish, tone, I try to come up with a total count giving up I slightly shrug. ""I don't know off the top of my head an exact number but I can I have dedicated several score of souls to Aradain in the prayer known as battle. My prayer is normally very heartfelt and serious so I often lose count of the souls I dedicate in His name. Others are good at keeping count but not me. I just get in a faithful mood and nearly black out."" My mouth twitches in an innocent smile. ""Prayer is normally good no? We each have our own forms of prayer and devotion after all. So, while mine is called abnormal by some, battle is easily one of the most honest and heartfelt forms of prayer. Though my partners who serve on the other side of my blade when in prayer don't always seem to get it. They do afterwards when they go to meet Aradain at the height of prayer though they never come back from that height since they are content with the height they have reached and do not want to return."" There is still a look of innocence in my face I can tell. ""At least that is what I have been told."""
10916,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=575,2015-09-19T19:21:00,Ularn,"An explosion of light declared the collapse of Kyrissa's and she just barely countered a follow-up sword-slash from Rache that would have decapitated her had she been even a little slower. She smashed his sword aside and followed-through with a shoulder charge that knocked him back as she triumphantly bellowed the final words of her spell.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Upma O xomm sineop!</span>""<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>Fire. In an instant the arena became an inferno. Flames gushed forth from about Kyrissa and rushed across the slick grass right up to the mossy stone slabs at its perimeter where it broke against a barrier of white light as shields both magical and technological which had been woven into the arena's construction fought to contain the destructive energies within. The shields rose with the flame to encase the two combatants in a dome of white and red light and for a moment the low light of dawn became the midday sun.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>The fire broke and Kyr stood in the middle of a scorched circle. Rache was gone. She had only a second to realise it before the ground seemed to leave her feet and she stumbled.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>And then blinding pain slashed across her left shoulder."
10917,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=575,2015-09-19T19:34:00,Elysian Kentarchy,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Rache</span><br/><br/>While not intending to do too much damage the way she moves in attempting to avoid my attempts to nick her on the neck does endanger her much more then it should so while I try to change tactics she manages to push me back but it doesn't interrupt my spell she manages to finish at the same time I do. ""Mita Ulvanic Nikta Rulan Motus"" and I simply teleport us both, me first then her a few seconds after so we are several yards in the air and she is two feet behind me with her back facing me. Though my teleportation isn't the normal kind but I feel though no damage should have been done to her or me due to how simple this one was. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Fire.</span>"" The word sends alarms through my mind though when I see her spell. But I dismiss it through willpower and whisper as I strike while we fall. ""It is done."" I strike at her left should making the blow go diagonally down her back drawing the blood I seek as we both fall to the ground, I try not to make the blow too deep. ""A farce has ended and all has been forgiven."" I say simply holding Solace at my side as I look at the marshals waiting for them to declare a winner."
10918,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=575,2015-09-19T19:49:00,Ularn,"Kyrissa's sword toppled from her hand and she fell to her knees. Her shoulder was on fire. Everything was on fire. The ground rushed up to meet her in slow motion and charred stalks of grass greeted her helmet's impact with a faint, dry<span style=""font-style: italic"">crunch</span>.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>She tried so move her hand but something was wrong. It felt instead like her shoulder blade was flopping around wrongly.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>She realised she was screaming, a single endless wail into the dry cracked earth, as blood bubbled up out of the gash in her armour. Black and glistening liquid over the black and glistening surface."
10919,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=575,2015-09-19T19:58:00,Saleon,"Kal gave out a slight sigh, the spiral of fire only served to cover Rache. It was a last ditch, but it merely followed the course of battle. He pressed his hand on his knee, lifting hinself up to his feet. ""it was a good last resort,"" he mumbled to gin, ""I wished it would've gone better.""<br/><br/>Kal could see the blood on her shoulder from afar. The Crimson seemed so brutal, but that was the nature of a duel and a casualty both duelists come to be prepared for. His fingers clenched Gin and ran toward Kyr, rushing to assist her.. He'd fought a duel three times, and only one did he lose. The pain. he knew it. Of course, this was a deeper wound. ""medic!"" he shouted."
10920,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=575,2015-09-19T20:16:00,Elysian Kentarchy,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Rache</span></span><br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Damn it all!</span>"" I yell in my head As I lightly land on the ground in a fashion that shows my experience at doing this. I am not the hardest hitter but she must be frailer then I imagined if this caused such a deep wound. ""One moment!"" I yell the person yelling for a medic, her second if I believe so. I hold my hand out over her. ""Ilta falens talvit mjina olphina Orpha ralean roltanvic deuct minnere Talvitsoka Prinde. Flesh turned to wounds turned back into flesh and seal her wounds. Aradain grant my hands the ability to be those of a healer and not a murderer."" I then mutter a few words in a foreign tongue under my breath and my hand glows green causing her wounds to seal up somewhat, maybe about half way, but her wound is even deeper than I thought or maybe I am more tired then I seem since normally this wouldn't be too hard. Instead I change tactics and mutter the spell again but with a different intention after my hand glows green again. ""I'm doubtful you will listen to me but please don't move too much, I have at least healed some of the damage, probably about half. But for some reason I can't heal it all, this duel took much more out of me than I thought with teleporting you, so I have used a different spell to dilute the pain and accelerate blood clotting so the pain should be lessened."""
10921,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=575,2015-09-19T21:17:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Zarkenis Ultima <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=26042790#p26042790"">wrote</a>:</cite>Elsis snickered, grinning widely as she heard the comment about the reading spot picked by her sister being nice and quiet until she arrived. Truth be told, she took this as a compliment, as she did not at all mind being considered someone who took away the calm and unleashed the storm. Tranquility was not something particularly desirable as far as she was concerned, even if there was nothing inherently wrong with it either. Hearing Juna talk about their parents, though, the braveblood's grin was diminished, though it remained on her face. ""Well, they secured the family's status, or at least, dad did. I figure he gets to have whatever he wants in his house, even if it's something bizarre like that"" She said. She had been about to remark that perhaps they regretted having said books lying around the house, but bit her tongue just in time. She did not intend any harm but even then she was not stupid enough to believe that the comment would go by unnoticed, and the last thing she wanted was to spark another argument with her dear sister.<br/><br/>Regarding her comment about home, the girl with coral red hair didn't say anything. She didn't think that what Juna said was a bad thing, necessarily, but it was certainly true, so she saw no need to say anything more. Juna's next questions, however, left her taken aback for a moment.<br/><br/>""Well, well, that's an unusual question for you, isn't it sis?"" Elsis replied, making the same kind of smile that her sister had on her face at the moment. If a bystander had been there to look at them he would have seen the similarities between them with ease. ""Who would have thought? But anyway, I have to say that there's no one too interesting in my group, on that front. Aside from me, there's six other students and only three are boys. One's the lanky runner, I'm sure you've seen him, he had a lot of work yesterday, going from the cave to the hotel and back again. The other two are less gaunt but they're nothing to look at, frankly."" She concluded with a shrug, before looking in her sister's direction. ""What about you? Seen anyone attractive in your group? Anyone you fancy?"" She asked. She already knew a few people in Juna's group by sight at least, but she was curious about what her sister thought of them.</div></blockquote><br/>""I suppose."" Replied Juna. She dind't want to spark up an argument, so she kept snide comments about her parents to herself. Elsis may have accepted her to an extent, but her parents had done no such thing. Even with that considered it wouldn't be fair to argue with Elsis over this, especially not with things going so well. 'Heck, he probably regrets leaving those books lying around now."" She replied with a chuckle. The self deprecation didn't sting as much when covered in humour, but Juna still felt a pang at her soul admitting it. She knew full well that her parents hated her, but saying it so casually made it feel more real. More factual. Juna had no idea of the irony of her statement either.<br/><br/>She giggled slightly, unable to hold it in, when they continued down the line of conversation, which Juna had started half in jest but now was considered who in her group fit that bill. ""Well the Aspirant Arcander is pretty good looking."" She commented off handily. ""There are quite a few boys, though quite a few of them are already taken. There is the one dueling now too..."" She paused. Then her smile wavered slightly. ""Not that I would have a chance with them even if they weren't."""
10922,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=575,2015-09-19T23:30:00,Zarkenis Ultima,"Rache would feel a hand lightly tapping his shoulder, and if he were to turn around he would notice one of his two guides, Arcander, standing there with a serious expression on his face, apparently paying far more attention to the wounded Kyrissa lying on the ground than he was to the victor of the duel, his bright amber eyes and his snowy hair failing to preserve his usual appearance of serene happiness as his stern gaze flickered from the agonizing form of one of her charges to the crouching figure of the other. ""Why don't you step back and let me handle this?"" The tall aspirant asked in a tone of voice that made it clear that he was not actually asking, despite the structure of the sentence he spoke indicating otherwise. Subtly and carefully, but also with the force necessary, he grabbed the student's shoulder and shoved him away from Kyrissa. Afterwards, he knelt down beside Kyrissa, clasping his hands in front of himself and closing his eyes as he began casting. However, aside from the obvious superficial differences of language between his chant and Rache's, there were also subtler ones. Words flowed more freely, casually blending into one another and weaving a complex spell in a time far shorter than it took the recruit to finish. When the spell was over, a wave of white ethereal energy streamed into the Amazlan's shoulder, turning everything back to the way it had been before Rache's blade dug into it, and increasing the anesthetic effect of Rache's spell.<br/><br/>After his spell had caused the desired effect, Arcander waited for several seconds before addressing the recruit. ""Kyr, are you feeling better?"" He asked, his tone of voice significantly softer than it had been when he had spoken to Rache, concern now evident in his words.<br/><hr/><br/><br/>""The fields of honor and all of the witnesses here gathered have witnessed the fulfilment of the conditions of this duel. Rache Azrael Olderen is the victor. The debt that sparked this conflict has been satisfied."" Spoke the aspirant with crimson hair, Aressa, as she observed the results of the duel. One wounded recruit, to whom Arcander was already tending; a crowd that had used an ancient tradition to feed their frivolous thirst for entertainment, and an antagonism that she could only hope would not fester and turn into hatred through the time they were meant to spend together at the Academy.<br/><br/>Once she was done speaking, she subtly but firmly gestured for the crowds around the arena to dissipate, which they seemed fairly willing to do, as their entertainment was over. Then, she walked over to Rache, placing a hand on his shoulder. ""The purpose of this duel was to satisfy a debt of honor, as is the case with any such battle. But I would say that it would not be out of place to ask."" She said, before looking at him in the eye. ""Are you satisfied?""<br/><hr/><br/><br/>Elsis chuckled as she heard Juna's assessment of her male classmates. ""You mean the tall guy with white hair? Why, your tastes are different from how I imagined they would be."" She commented, a tad surprised but also very amused. She had expected her sister to like booky types with glasses, people who were similar to her, while the white-haired aspirant seemed a lot different from that image. He certainly wasn't a hulking, aggressive type either, though, and she had to admit that her sister wasn't off-key with her comment, so she figured it wasn't all that strange. At Juna's next comment, however, Elsis frowned for a moment, but then simply pushed herself off the wooden railing and sat down on the bench, next to Juna.<br/><br/>""Don't say that, sis. If there's one thing you are besides nerdy, that would be beautiful. Even with those silly glasses you wear all the time."" She said, smiling encouragingly at the slightly younger girl, despite her remark. ""Besides, if you'll let me tell you a secret, of all the things that my parents would say about you when I was around them, not once did they say that you weren't good-looking."" She continued. ""Honestly, if I were a boy, and not related to you of course, I'd totally date you."" She chuckled. It was true, though. In her mind, her little sister had always been beautiful, strange as it may sound. Often, she would find herself jealous of her looks, though she'd never admit such a thing to anyone."
10923,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=575,2015-09-20T01:53:00,Pyrade,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Akkina</span><br/>Akkina smirked, watching the end of the duel with amusement. She folded her arms and leaned against the tree once more.<br/>""Well, look at that. The blood-craving murderer won. What does that say for your apostolic laws?""<br/>She mused aloud. Directing the comment to all the lawful around her. As she listened to Kristina speaking about her 'prayer' Akkina's eyes grew darker. The innocence with which this girl spoke gave Akkina a small twinge of anger, or was it frustration towards the girls naïvety.<br/>""Battle is not a prayer.""<br/>She said with a hardened voice. She felt her hand resting on the hilt of one of her whips but quickly removed it, knowing how easy it was for her to lose herself to a fight.<br/>She shot a disdainful glare at Kristina before she shook her head,<br/>""Now, seeing as we're done trying to kill each other for saying things. Perhaps we should return to our studies? Unless of course you plan to cram more of your religious zealotism down my throat? That's always fun.""<br/>She said with a falsely cheerful smile which held a certain terse, bristling annoyance.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Orion</span><br/>Orion leapt up when he saw the blow. He stepped forwards as she fell, waiting quietly as the final verdict on the battle was given. He dashed forward to where the injured Kyrissa was being healed by Arcander and crouched down a little bit away from her.<br/>""That was quite an injury for a duel to first blood. . . ""<br/>He murmured partly to Arcander and partly to the injured Kyrissa. He looked to Arcander gratefully,<br/>""Good thing we have an experienced mender on hand.""<br/>He said warmly and sat back, crossing his legs as he waited for the spell to take full effect. He felt some annoyance towards the outcome of the battle, but it had transpired. And now he felt Kyrissa would need some support in the collateral. He turned to Kal and sighed,<br/>""An unfortunate outcome yes?""<br/>He asked with regret."
10924,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=575,2015-09-20T05:29:00,Ularn,"""It was,"" Gin agreed with Kal'kul as the young knight sprinted over the scorched field to where Kyrissa lay prone on her chest. In fact, the sword kept his true thoughts to himself. Gin knew the spell Kyr had been wearing.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>It was an incredibly intricate piece of pyromancy, which was why it had taken so long to cast. Most of the simpler pyromancy spells gave the game away early as the caster crafted a fireball in their offhand. The fireball served as a focus but it also warned an opponent about whatever was about to come their way. Casting while hiding the flame was possible but difficult and it became more difficult as the spell scaled in power. The spell Kyr had unleashed in the final moment of the duel had been extremely powerful. It ought to have rended the shield of anything in the arena, killed anything with a weak or no shield. Gin was still uncertain as to how Olderen had evaded it - maybe something to do with that backhanded teleportation spell.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>The thing was, that spell was no last-ditch effort. It had been calculated to destroy Olderen's full shield from the first syllable. Had Kyr dealt her opponent even a single sword stroke before completing the incantation there was a chance she could have killed the boy and inflicted serious burns at the very least. Yet she had planned to use it from the beginning, which meant either this had been part of a seriously misjudged strategy involving totally defensive swordsmanship, or Kyr had set out to kill her opponent, and for all her rage, Gin could not believe she wanted to kill her opponent.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>So why had she adopted such a doomed strategy?<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>The sword feared he already knew exactly why but if Mathel had not figured it out there was no reason to tell him.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>They reached her at the same time as Brightshield and Gin approved of the Aspirant pulling Olderen away. The wretch had done enough today; his ministrations could go to the same pit as his beliefs. Gin observed the rend in Kyr's armour as the energy-scorched and tattered skin of Kyr's back knitted itself together once more beneath Brightshield's hands. Her shoulder blade seemed to shift beneath her skin as the two severed halves of the bone fused together. There was no scar; only flecks of ash resting on the surface of the new skin - remnants of the flesh Olderen's sword had burned to charcoal - and the natural bronze of Kyr's undyed pigmentation. Her tattoo was ruined as well.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>Fortunately Kyr knew none of this yet; at Brightshield's touch she had embraced unconconsciousness."
10925,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=575,2015-09-20T11:57:00,Elysian Kentarchy,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Kristina</span></span><br/><br/>I tilt my head when I am told battle is not prayer. ""It is too prayer. After all prayer is expressing love for something so if you kill something in the name of something else doesn't that show how much you love it? Therefore battle where you kill in the name of God is the most heartfelt version of prayer for it expresses love in the deepest sense. After all what's more valuable then a life or a soul? So it is just salvation and worship in the most holy sense."" After the spells to conclude the duel finish and the duel ends my face darkens and I wake up from my childish mind all forms of innocence gone and replaced with my usual blank slate, if not a bit more angry. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">That spell was meant to kill him.</span>"" The thought roars in my mind. She attempted to<span style=""font-style: italic"">murder</span>a Platoon-Knight-Commander, and not just any commander, my commander who did so much to save me, who I had served with for years. If she had succeeded in killing him I would have had to challenged her to a duel to the death on the spot, everyone else in the Platoon would have done the same. The more I think about it the angrier I get, which shocks me since I haven't felt this kind of anger in years but I manage to keep my voice calm. ""Attempted murder of a fellow knight eh? How savage."" The thought then goes through my head.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""But that is to be expected of outsiders who do value lives of others because they can always be replaced. It is to be expected with that philosophy to not care if you kill your opponent in a duel to the first blood.""</span>I shake my head ridding myself of xenophobic sentiments. Represent the Order. Represent the Order. I just content myself with staring at Rache assessing his reaction to things. Even I can feel the dislike that the others are giving him through looks and I am not remotely perspective. I want to approach but all I can do is stare and curl my hands into fists. I am here in defiance of his wishes after all so I can't just go up to him can I?<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Rache</span></span><br/><br/>I am shoved aside but I don't care. I have done what I can and have done what kindness I could give. That is my duty. That is what I am required to do. For now I am just glad this farce has ended and life can resume normalcy. In spite of the hate or distrust I get in looks or that I sense I am confident, or at least non-caring. I have donned the Black of my Order as compared to the brown or red which means endurance is a necessity, I donned it because of the endurance of this war's demands. When the marshal comes up to me and asks if I am satisfied I close my eyes in thought. ""Satisfaction? I should feel it. I won after all. But in the end I just lament the fact this was the inevitable conclusion. Had she actually fought instead of just relying on one spell and her defenses I would have felt it. For now all I feel like was that I had ganged up on a woman and she was just trying to defend herself and fought in desperation to stop a monster trying to kill her. So in the end I guess I don't but this conclusion is the conclusion we have reached and I accept it."""
10926,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=575,2015-09-20T18:56:00,Mortelatuzia,"Elysia watched the frighteningly beautiful display of magic unfold, hoping desperately that her peers would temper themselves and not kill the other. She sighed in relief when the battle finally came to a close. At this point she had enough of the bickering between her two classmates so she turned around and bowed her head to the black haired girl as a sign of respect before she departs. She turned and did the same for the red haired woman, albeit less sincerely. Without any words she walked toward the middle of the field, smiling at the man who was her superior for mending the wound. She walked up to the champion and lightly bowed her head. She spoke in a soft, sincere tone serviced with a genuinely bright smile.<br/><br/>""Congratulations on your victory, mister."" She glanced at the mark left on the competitor's shoulder and then back to the victor with a smile. ""And... thank you."" With those words she bowed her head again and start off in the opposite direction of where she was. She walked into the crowd, who were now dispersing with the end of the duel. Her golden hair shone like a beacon in the crowd, disabling any hope of being lost. And be lost is exactly what she intended to do."
10927,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=575,2015-09-20T20:22:00,Saleon,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pyrade <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=26057400#p26057400"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Orion</span> He turned to Kal and sighed, ""An unfortunate outcome yes?"" He asked with regret.</div></blockquote>""indeed"" he said responding to Orion ""The results were unfortunate, but good, yes, to have a mender on hand""<br/><br/>Kal walked forward and patted Rache on the back, something seemingly uncharacteristic. He was not one to hold a grudge over a duel. The outcome, to him, never meant anything over the original argument which started it. It merely defended each other's honor, rather than the honor of anyone who may have been implicated. He had negative outlooks on rache, but not something that changed because of the duel. From here on, they were allies, grievances aside. ""good fight, well timed teleport,"" he said while passing on by. He would have returned Gin, but Kyr was unconscious, and Gin promised a good talk worth having. He pulled past the battlefield, and moved through the subsequent arches of the arena. The whole arena was in shambles, and the arches were no different. Moss had latched on the rock structures. The other different thing about it was that despite the arches were not connected by a wall. In fact there was no wall, the only thing separating the fighting arena and the peanut gallery was a clear line where the stone stopped and dirt continued. The arches seemed more symbollic than anything.<br/><br/>As soon as he was a decent ways away, Kal sat by himself with Gin. He shoved the sword in the ground, carefully trying to not damage it. With the sword beside him, Kal started to crisscross his legs. Hhe placed on arm on his knee and then looked forwards at the blue sky. ""so talking weapon, gin-sensei,"" he said, ""its time you answer my question: Why does she hold so much pride in her family?"""
10928,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=575,2015-09-20T23:09:00,Ularn,"Gin's power lines glowed steadily for a moment as though simulating deep thought before the faintly metallic voice hummed a question in response to Kal'kul's question. ""How much did your old order teach you about the Crimson Purge, Master Mathel?"""
10929,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=575,2015-09-21T06:34:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Zarkenis Ultima <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=26056911#p26056911"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Elsis chuckled as she heard Juna's assessment of her male classmates. ""You mean the tall guy with white hair? Why, your tastes are different from how I imagined they would be."" She commented, a tad surprised but also very amused. She had expected her sister to like booky types with glasses, people who were similar to her, while the white-haired aspirant seemed a lot different from that image. He certainly wasn't a hulking, aggressive type either, though, and she had to admit that her sister wasn't off-key with her comment, so she figured it wasn't all that strange. At Juna's next comment, however, Elsis frowned for a moment, but then simply pushed herself off the wooden railing and sat down on the bench, next to Juna.<br/><br/>""Don't say that, sis. If there's one thing you are besides nerdy, that would be beautiful. Even with those silly glasses you wear all the time."" She said, smiling encouragingly at the slightly younger girl, despite her remark. ""Besides, if you'll let me tell you a secret, of all the things that my parents would say about you when I was around them, not once did they say that you weren't good-looking."" She continued. ""Honestly, if I were a boy, and not related to you of course, I'd totally date you."" She chuckled. It was true, though. In her mind, her little sister had always been beautiful, strange as it may sound. Often, she would find herself jealous of her looks, though she'd never admit such a thing to anyone.</div></blockquote><br/>Juna suddenly blushed, sort of shrinking down as she heard the compliment. She would usually berate her sister for making a comment about her glasses, which were actually prescribed to her by a legendary physician. (One of the few people Juna had liked, though that's a different story.) She might have also picked on the fact that she was just called nerdy, but right now she was faced with the compliment she never quite got but still managed to be phased by. She never quite got it because she never saw herself a beautiful, and the amount of people that hated her seemed to reduce the likelyhood of this.<br/><br/>""Well to be fair just because my parents complained about it doesn't make it true. The reverse CERTAINLY is not. At least I'm not going to let it be."" She determined, pressing her glasses to her face and holding her head up higher, but still blushing slightly. ""Though... Thanks. Even if you're just saying it to make me feel better, I appreciate that."" She spoke. Then smiled. ""You're an awesome sister.""<br/><br/>She then paused, thinking for a moment. Then got up. ""Tell you what. I'll introduce you to the group. Then you can appraise them yourself."""
10930,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=575,2015-09-21T17:01:00,Esternial,"Ritz winced at the sudden torrent of fire engulfing the two combatants, averting her eyes when she finally saw Kyrissa land on the ground, shoulder heavily wounded. Clenching her teeth she unconsciously placed her hand on her stomach. She knew the risks of losing a duel. Her instinct urged her to jump to Kyrissa's aid, even though she hardly knew her, but<br/><br/>Though she had paid attention to the duel, Ritz spent most of the duel's duration listening to the bystanders, especially the new ones. She had already spent several months with the other students, so she knew their nature by now, but the newcomers she did not. Kristina's rhetoric was hard to listen to, partly because of its contents and partly because of the way she explained it. Her phrasing was odd - strangely bloated. Almost posh. She seemed firmly fixed in her own set of beliefs, yet seemed to struggle when she had to explain them to a critical mind like Akkina. Akkina, who responded with snark and derision, traits which Ritz found inherently repulsive. There were no feelings of dislike towards the - relatively - new student, but in the back of her mind she made a mental note that chances of them getting along were not quite favourable.<br/><br/>Her gaze passed over the crowd. She had not yet seen any of the Ayendors. In fact, quite a few of their old group seemed to have left, some without even so much as a goodbye. There were many new faces, faces she didn't recognise. Names she only vaguely knew - she was never good with names. For a moment, Ritz felt alone in the crowd of people that came to watch the duel. She cast one last gaze at Rache. There was no triumph in his pose. He did not look, and probably didn't feel like, a victor. Then she left the crowd and walked out onto the grassy fields, and it felt liberating. She could breathe freely once more, no longer restrained in a mass of people.<br/><br/>With no rush in her stride, Ritz traced back her steps to the rock she pulverised several moments before the duel started - or at least<span style=""font-style: italic"">tried</span>to pulverise. The cracks were still there, travelling outward in a chaotic pattern from the source of impact. Just by looking at it she felt her hand pulse with a faint, lingering pain, but the fractured stone meant progress - and progress, no matter how little, was still good."
10931,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=575,2015-09-21T17:17:00,Saleon,"<blockquote><div><cite>Ularn <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=26067609#p26067609"">wrote</a>:</cite>Gin's power lines glowed steadily for a moment as though simulating deep thought before the faintly metallic voice hummed a question in response to Kal'kul's question. ""How much did your old order teach you about the Crimson Purge, Master Mathel?""</div></blockquote>Kal scoffed at the questoon, not from the severoty, but from his only known answer. ""I don't think I Have A Good idea,"" He said, ""Lest you consider the Crimson Purge to represent the brutality of the Phantom Blade. The rage of two families as they showcase the twisted nature of the Go- yeah... They had a weird way of depicting the Phantom Blade."" He looked at the glowing circuits of the energy blade. Kyr's weapon wad odd in principle. It did not have the workings of any blade he had seen. He couldn't surmise why, but it looked beyond the blades of today, or behind... ""I can say I don't have the real history, as I've already found out. Why do you think I left the heretics,"" he denoted, ""and my parents... best start from the beginning. Of the extermination of the Crimson Lance, and why it was started."""
10932,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=575,2015-09-21T18:11:00,Ularn,"Gin pulsed in acknowledgement. ""Fair enough,"" he remarked, ""I asked only because the full story is frequently glossed over even within the Phantom Blade. It is a centuries-spanning tale of love, war, sacrifice and revenge but some of the details are regarded as a little bit distasteful and left out of the mainstream accounts. If you want to read up on it, Charwyn Owenbor of the Order of Rememberers probably wrote the most balanced and definitive version in his<span style=""font-style: italic"">Crimson Chronicles</span>. You can find it in the Academy library. I cannot say I care for what the Order of the Chalice has become, but as scholars and historians they truly were unrivalled.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>With that introduction, the sword began its tale, ""The story goes back over four-thousand years, Master Mathel, back before I was ever forged. The Kerembors were a fairly new, mostly unknown family and the Phantom Blade was struggling with escalating hostilities from the Scarlet Lance. However the Lawless' use of proxy forces made it impossible to tie any serious act of war directly to them and establish a<span style=""font-style: italic"">casus belli</span>for war. Everyone knew what was going on but nothing could be done about it. The Aurex needed a solution to the Scarlet Lance's aggression and the usual tools were unavailable to him.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>""The history books will say how young Inus Kerembor, a junior knight from an unknown family, volunteered to slay Ankh Matteiu - the Scarlet Lance's Primarch, who was a renowned warrior. Everyone expected the hotheaded young man had set himself on a suicide mission. He entered Lawless space in a disguise, duelled with Matteiu, killed him and took his spear, my brother Nehregar. The books are more reluctant to mention how Inus got Matteiu to challenge him to the duel by seducing the Primarch's courtesan. She conceived a child and when it was born Inus revealed himself and declared the child was his own. For Matteiu, humiliated, a duel to the death was the only possible response. Fortunately he did not know Inus' reputation as a duellist, which was significant even for a man of his modest name and years.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>""With Matteiu dead, Inus fled back to Lawful space with his new wife and child, where they lived together happily for half a decade, gaining some prominence within the Phantom Blade, until he was assassinated by the Scarlet Lance.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>""Inus' sister Iatanja was head of the family at the time, and the proudest and most determined person I have ever known. She immediately vowed revenge, calling the entire Kerembor clan to war against the Scarlet Lance, beginning the Crimson Purge. But the Kerembor name had only existed for around a thousand years at this time and numbered only a little over a dozen, even with the addition of Inus' wife and child. The Scarlet Lance were not a<span style=""font-style: italic"">large</span>order but they still outnumbered the Kerembors at least three-hundred to one. Although the Aurex offered Iatanja soldiers from the Phantom Blade proper in recognition of Inus' sacrifice, Iatanja straight-up refused any assistance, believing honour could only be satisfied if the family avenged her brother's murder alone,"" Gin paused his story and chuckled, ""A great-uncle who took on one of the Known Universe's greatest spearmen and a great-grandmother who brought fifteen knights to war against five-thousand because of honour. You might now be starting to realise where Kyrissa gets her stubbornness from, Master Mathel, but I wonder if you happen to have any notion about how Iatanja went about winning such a monumentally one-sided conflict?"""
10933,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=575,2015-09-21T19:51:00,Zarkenis Ultima,"Arcander noticed, with some concern, that Kyrissa was not responding to his call; in fact, she was no longer even screaming at the moment. Frowning, he rolled her over with utmost care, his movements slow but firm, and then, after laying her back down carefully, he observed her, feeling immensely relieved when he saw the gentle falling and rising of her chest, noticeable even through the Amazlan armor that she wore, and only now, after his concerns were put to rest, he noticed that he had been holding his breath. Softly, he exhaled and then inhaled once again, regulating his vital functions.<br/><br/>Truth be told, he almost chuckled. Seeing things from a cold and logical point of view, he had no reason to feel such concern. His spell had worked perfectly, and even if there had been something wrong with Kyrissa apart from the shoulder injury, it would also have been healed through his magic. The only way his spell would not have sufficed would be if the fiery recruit had been dead, in which case no spell would be powerful enough to bring her back except perhaps one of the miracles worked by the legendary King of all Wizards, Mael, but on the other hand there was no reason (again, from a purely rational point of view) to believe that this was the case. Kyrissa was a hardy young woman and the shoulder hit, while not something that could be passed off as nothing, was the only injury she had received during the duel, it was simply unreasonable to think that it would have been enough to kill her.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""And yet...""</span>Arcander said to himself as he exhaled, actually chuckling this time. He could think of all these things now and maintain a cold and distant point of view while analyzing them, but moments ago, there was a very powerful force preventing him from doing so, something quite strong acting within his psyche. The fear that was shared by every citizen of the Order of the Viridian Flame who was truly a Viridian at heart, and especially those who were either members or related to the Knight-Menders: the fear of failing to save a person in need, and what's more, an important person, a recruit that was placed under his care by the Silver Hand Academy. Fear was, after all, an irrational thing.<br/><br/>He smiled back at Elysia as she walked past him, and then turned towards Orion, quite glad that his efforts were appreciated, even if, in retrospect, it hadn't been particularly difficult to mend Kyrissa's shoulder; it was mostly the tension he had felt that made him feel a little bit tired. ""You can count on me. But even if you couldn't, I'm sure there's a medic or two stationed around here. The Academy doesn't like leaving these things to chance."" He explained.<br/><br/>Afterwards, he stood up and looked around. ""Anyway, I would say it's time to take this lady to a place she can rest. Do any of you honorable gentlemen present wish to bring her along, or am I going to have to carry the unconscious person again, like I did yesterday?"" He asked with a slightly sarcastic smile.<br/><hr/><br/><br/>Aressa nodded at Rache after he had finished speaking; she could perfectly understand where he stood and why he did not feel satisfied after achieving a victory in the duel, as she couldn't say that she wouldn't feel the same way if she had been in his place, and she did not blame him for the actions that had led up to this conclusion, though she still found the events that had just transpired to be regrettable. She could agree that defending the honor of oneself and one's Order was a very important thing, but a duel was an event that was not to be taken lightly, and she could not help feeling that her recruits had done exactly that. However, they did not seem to react well when they were told as much, and in any case they had already been chastised more than enough for their actions, so she felt there was no need to speak of it anymore. She only hoped that the two students would learn to get along with each other after their spirits had been calmed by the duel.<br/><br/>""This is the kind of conclusion that occurs when the reason for the duel is not such that it would justify anything that may occur during it, and when that is the case, I would say it would be better not to seek a duel at all. However, I will say no more."" She said solemnly, and then, her expression seemed to soften up just a little. ""In any case, nothing major happened, thanks to Arc over there. You fought well, Olderen, as the others have already told you."" She said as she patted him on the shoulder, referring to the compliments he had received from Elysia and Mathel.<br/><hr/><br/><br/>Elsis broke out into laughter this time, finding Juna's first comment to be thoroughly humorous. She had not intended to make her believe that whatever their parents did complain about in regards to her was actually true, even though her words could certainly be taken to mean that. But either way, even though such an aversion stemmed from a very serious matter, it was a bit humorous to see how she rejected anything that their parents said.<br/><br/>She stopped laughing naturally, and at her next comment, her smile was all but gone. She, too, got up, and looked back at the arena just in time to see the duel coming to an explosive conclusion. The spell that Kyrissa had used was quite flashy, and it was also fire magic, which was always a plus as Elsis was rather fond of that subtype of Energy Magic, and so, it was disappointing to see that it was the other combatant who claimed victory. Still, she didn't give much importance to whoever won and lost. In the end, all that mattered to her about that specific duel was that it had been entertaining.<br/><br/>""Juna, I've already met them. I was there with them when you and the other newbies found us in the cavern, remember? I fought the heathen warriors alongside them, I'd say I'm at least a little well acquainted with them already."" The girl with coral red hair said to her younger sister, before shrugging her shoulders. ""But, ah, I guess it doesn't matter much if you want to make it more formal, though you sure seem enthusiastic about the idea of having me oogle some of your groupmates."" She said with another chuckle. ""And don't think for a moment that I'm just saying that you're beautiful because I pity you or want you to make feel better. I'm not going to lie about something like that. You're hot and you should accept it."" She stated firmly, before following Juna towards the group, looking around.<br/><br/>As she cast her glance around, however, there was a flash of recognition in her face, as she noticed a familiar-looking girl with short red hair and a very peculiar and specific tattoo on her arm. Elsis frowned very slightly as she continued trailing behind Juna.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Is that...?""</span>"
10934,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=575,2015-09-22T00:32:00,Pyrade,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Orion</span><br/>Orion chuckled as Arcander replied and nodded,<br/>""They do tend to be on the safe side. Although you can never have too many medics.""<br/>He said, acknowledging Kal with a second nod as he continued speaking to Gin. Orion shrugged when Arcander asked if anyone was going to carry the unconscious girl or if he would have to do the honours.<br/>""Guess I could. Doubt she ways more than a sack of Bardac.""<br/>He replied and looked at her awkwardly. Most of the time one carried an unconscious person with a lift, but in this case it might be uncomfortable for her to be hoisted up onto his shoulders and tossed around. Instead he lifted her shoulders with one arm and her knees with the other in a semblance of carrying which didn't end with her tumbling to the ground. She was indeed lighter than a sack of flammable rocks used in the forges on Telcaron. Orion looked to Arcander with his new luggage,<br/>""So, where shall we take her? Is there an infirmary or shall we just take her to her room?""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Akkina</span><br/>Akkina rolled her eyes as Kristina denied what she said and let the subject drop. She knew the kind of person that believed such things. Their naïve nature made them dangerous to their squad mates.<br/>""So killing is not okay in that situation? Maybe she's<span style=""font-style: italic"">praying</span>.""<br/>Akkina shot snidely at Kristina. She watched the happenings in the dueling area. The fiery blast had been impressive, but Akkina found it to be a tactless use of the versatile medium. Although, now, the group around Kyr was beginning to disperse and Akkina watched as the odd Redemit who didn't wear a weapon at his side lifted up Kyrissa.<br/>""Looks like the shows over. As entertaining as your pitiful duels are, I shall be fetching breakfast now.""<br/>She replied, memories of her Ejikanshi being relived with a fervent enjoyment that brought an odd smirk to her lips. As she set off for the main resort buildings she spotted a pair of students she hadn't noticed during the fight. Her brow furrowed as she slowed to a halt. They looked uncannily familiar. In fact, she recalled the one from not too far back. Elsis, a friend from the Valiant Fang, and a fellow fighter in those days. She walked towards the pair brusquely, tilting her head as she grew nearer.<br/>""Elsis? You're here too?!""<br/>She asked with a pleasant smile. This one she trusted, and of her ability in combat she was sure. She looked to Juna as well as a slightly nervous look took hold of her eyes.<br/>""Juna as well! It is good to see you two, I think you both outdid me in that last tournament.""<br/>She said light-heartedly, adding waspishly in her mind,<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">As if the instructors would ever allow a heretic passed round 4</span>. . .<br/>""How is this place treating you though? I find them overly entangled in technicalities. But I guess it keeps them sane to some extent.""<br/>She said with a shrug, the tattoos on her right arm showing briefly as her sleeve lifted."
10935,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=575,2015-09-22T14:33:00,Zarkenis Ultima,"Arcander nodded and smiled appreciatively at Orion, glad that he was willing to take her along. Truth be told, it was not something that would tire him too much, considering how he had carried Aressa, who he suspected must have weighed at least a bit more than Kyrissa (though he would never say it to her face, even if it was for a perfectly valid reason like muscle mass), through a distance that he judged was a bit longer than the trip from the arena back to the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Ocean Gazer</span>. However, even then, it was certainly pleasant to see that Kyr's fellow students were concerned about her well-being and willing to lend a hand when she needed it. Even Rache seemed to feel regretful, as if he had done more damage than intended, and while some might have seen that as an insult, he saw it as a trait characteristic of a good person in Rache, something that pleased him. Of course, Orion was already proven to be a fairly charitative and abnegated young man to begin with, so perhaps the gesture didn't mean as much, coming from him, but still.<br/><br/>The truth was that he didn't want any rumors springing up, what with hauling girls around so often.<br/><br/>""The room will do. I do believe there is a very advanced medical bay in the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Ocean Gazer</span>in case of an accident, or an attack, or an apocalyptic pandemic."" Arcander said, chuckling, wishing that it was a joke, though in truth the hotel's owner really was that paranoid. ""But my spell should have taken care of anything that might be ailing Kyr, like the obvious sliced shoulder, so, there should be nothing wrong with her anymore. She'll be better off if we just take her back to her room and leave her alone for the rest of the day, let her sleep it off, so to speak."" He said, before motioning for the younger student of the planet of Telcaron to follow him, beginning the relatively short walk back to the hotel.<br/><hr/><br/><br/>As she was led by her younger sister towards her group, Elsis decided to sneak another glance at the oddly familiar redhead she had seen earlier, only to notice that she was quickly approaching and practically next to her at that point. The girl soon gave her greeting, and at this point it was impossible for the braveblood not to realize who this was. Akkina, a 'refugee' from a Lawless Order who was taken in by the Order of the Valiant Fang, an insufferably sarcastic young woman whom she had fought against in countless occasions, and one of her dearest friends from Cathedral Dumea.<br/><br/>""Good to see you here, dragon-arm."" The girl with coral red hair said with a slightly sardonic but mostly genuine smile, never one to miss the chance to tease Akkina about her tattoo. She chuckled as she noticed the nervous look that the ex-heretic girl gave her sister, having always found it amusing how she seemed to avoid Juna like the plague when it was at all possible. ""Of course we outdid you. It was only natural."" She added, quite proud of her performance during the tournament and also quite proud of how far her sister had been, even if the last match was something that she would much rather forget.<br/><br/>At the question about the Academy, she simply shrugged. ""There's good teachers, there's good fights, but I think they focus a bit much on the theory and I've never been too much of a fan of books, unlike Jun here."" She said, poking Juna's cheek with her index finger to illustrate her point, before grinning mischievously and placing an overly friendly arm around Akkina. ""Say, we were just talking about boys, so, do you have anything to say about that?"""
10936,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=575,2015-09-22T20:16:00,Saleon,"<blockquote><div><cite>Ularn <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=26075631#p26075631"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Inus' sister Iatanja was head of the family at the time, and the proudest and most determined person I have ever known. She immediately vowed revenge, calling the entire Kerembor clan to war against the Scarlet Lance, beginning the Crimson Purge. But the Kerembor name had only existed for around a thousand years at this time and numbered only a little over a dozen, even with the addition of Inus' wife and child. The Scarlet Lance were not a <span style=""font-style: italic"">large</span> order but they still outnumbered the Kerembors at least three-hundred to one. Although the Aurex offered Iatanja soldiers from the Phantom Blade proper in recognition of Inus' sacrifice, Iatanja straight-up refused any assistance, believing honour could only be satisfied if the family avenged her brother's murder alone,"" Gin paused his story and chuckled, ""A great-uncle who took on one of the Known Universe's greatest spearmen and a great-grandmother who brought fifteen knights to war against five-thousand because of honour. You might now be starting to realise where Kyrissa gets her stubbornness from, Master Mathel, but I wonder if you happen to have any notion about how Iatanja went about winning such a monumentally one-sided conflict?""</div></blockquote>Kal took the time to relax, the story was not as dull as the Ashtalian Order made it, but it was a long story. He placed his back backward. His head rested on his arms as he stared into the deep sky he saw a simple peace if not for a second. This helped him think it through, and think what may have happened. ""I can give a number of possible solutions,"" he contemplated, ""She either made a bull-headed attack for their general, hoping to end the war quick, or she used more trick and subterfuge then you let on. Of course, each have their problems. I don''t presume to know how a fledgeling family, or a military strategist would take a conflict."""
10937,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=575,2015-09-22T22:10:00,Pyrade,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Orion</span><br/>Orion nodded and followed the older Aspirant as they headed off towards Kyrissa's room.<br/>""Surely that's a bit . . . Much? This place seems fairly peaceful apart from the odd bunch of dragon cultists.""<br/>He replied regarding the mention of the well-equipped infirmary. He glanced down at the red skinned girl briefly, checking that she was still relatively okay and silently hoping she didn't wake up until she was no longer in his arms. The questions he may have to answer in such a situation were at the very least a lot of effort he didn't have.<br/>""What do the teachers have planned for today?""<br/>He asked Arcander, realising the day had only just begun.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Akkina</span><br/>Akkina chuckled as Elsis made her wise-crack about her tattoos. She was quite grateful that they joked about the heretical markings instead of ousting her for them. She struggled to stem the tide of retorts and refutations that rose once Elsis assured that they would of course have done better than her.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">There are no excuses, only outcomes.</span><br/>She thought to herself as she nodded curtly, allowing her gaze to drop briefly. She chuckled slightly as Elsis prodded Juna,<br/>""Well, the things books reveal to those who are able to commune with them are often quite potent. Although I do prefer these darlings of mine.""<br/>She said, patting her whips with a smirk. She flinched slightly as Elsis placed an arm around her neck, even though she had mentally prepared for a choke hold, stifling the reflex was not as easy as it seemed.<br/>""The males? What of them?""<br/>Akkina asked, momentarily bewildered,<br/>""They seem to have some skills. Rache, the fellow dueling today, is far too zealous in his faith for my liking.""<br/>She replied with a disdainful roll of her eyes. She actually missed the Valiant Fang, they had faith, yes, but they also believed in strength. This seemed to be something altogether more preachy in Akkina's eyes, although that might have just been Kristina.<br/>""Although, I must say, the woman that was looking for Rache is more than a little near-sighted. She sees battle as a prayer, and killing as praise. And that Kyrissa that was fighting has more ink than me, it looks good.""<br/>She said with a smirk and a sardonic chuckle. Before she nudged Elsis and looked at Juna,<br/>""I take it she's been barraging you with such questions as well Juna? What has caused this interest in males Elsis?""<br/>She said with a mischievous smirk.<br/>""Is the<span style=""font-style: italic"">great Elsis of the Valiant Fang hunting for prey she doesn't intend to slay?</span>""<br/>She said with a raised eyebrow as she slipped out from under Elsis' arm, shifting to stand next to Juna unknowingly."
10938,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=600,2015-09-23T15:11:00,Ularn,"Gin chuckled statically, ""Well at least you do not think like a Kerembor, Master Mathel. Do not worry; once I finish this story I am sure you will consider that a compliment.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>""For the first hundred or so years of the Crimson Purge, the Kerembors took almost no offensive action. The Scarlet Lance knew the family had declared war on them but assumed the lack of follow-up meant we had realised immediately how stupid we were being and so they forgot the whole thing almost instantly.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>""We did not forget though, and what we did with that century is another thing the history books like to gloss over.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>""Without the support of the rest of the Phantom Blade, the Kerembors put down their swords and adopted a new weapon; their own reproductive system. Iatanja and the other women in the family spent almost two-thirds of the war's first century pregnant; the men managed to be even more prolific, and when those children who favoured Kerembor genetics came of age they were put to the same task. At Iatanja's order, her entire family set themselves to breeding an army, creating their own sons and daughters by the dozens - eventually by the hundreds - so that they could be foot soldiers sent to die in a war to avenge a man none of them had ever known. And none of them questioned her. Let me make that clear, Master Mathel; not one member of clan Kerembor ever questioned Iatanja over whether deliberately birthing their own children for canon-fodder was righteous or ethical. We had all of us been wronged; honour demanded that wrong be righted and no sacrifice was too great in that cause. I told you Iatanja Kerembor was fierce and determined, but she was also the most cold, calculatedly ruthless individual I have ever encountered, and she had the absolute unwavering loyalty of her family.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>""The first major offensive of the war came ninety-eight years after Inus' murder, and eight-hundred Kerembors took to the field, descending upon the Scarlet Lance's Cathedral with the unstoppable nigh-religious fervour that had been raised and indoctrinated with. The Lance were shocked, stunned by the surprise attack and, I think, terrified of us when they realised just how we had had managed to gather our army and the singular, unrelenting purpose behind it. Iatanja's first, second and third child all died in that battle, and they were not the only children of hers to do so. I am told that afterward she accepted the news with the stoicism of a general being told of so many grunt casualties. All the mothers and fathers did; those children had been born explicitly to die like this.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>""It was still a long war. The Scarlet Lance still outnumbered us and with their attempts to counterattack it was no longer practical to have every woman in the army maintaining an almost permanent state of pregnancy; they were needed on the front lines. Fortunately we did not have to hold the territory we captured; once a planet was taken the Phantom Blade sent its own forces in to secure it. They supplied us as well and, in a few instances, trained our soldiers but the entire burden of the offensive campaign itself was still shouldered by clan Kerembor alone.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>""Eventually we won. Iatanja stormed Cathedral Galileo with the entire Kerembor army and what remained of the Scarlet Lance surrendered. She was appointed Arche by the new Aurex, although several people suggested the honour was given less out of gratitude and more because he was terrified of this woman and the army of devoted, battle-hardened fanatics she wielded. I was there at this time though; the Aurex granted me to Iatanja along with her nobility and I can tell tell you he was less afraid of her than he was of others in his own court. He was new to the throne and untested; we Kerembors were a proven ally and dedicated to serving the Blade. We were his deterrent against all the scheming that was going on at the time, you can look all that up in any textbook on the period. At the end of the day, we became one of the most powerful and influential families in the order.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>""The thing to understand here, Master Mathel, is that Iatanja is still idolised among Kerembors today, especially the women. She was someone who was willing to sacrifice everything up to and including her own children for the sake of honour, her family and the Order. She is the ideal that everyone in the family strives to emulate, even as our power and influence has waned over the centuries. And now Kyrissa's mother, Nianja, wants to restore it.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>""Nianja might be the greatest warrior our family has produced since the Chalice War, and perhaps therein lies the problem. They say '<span style=""font-style: italic"">Cometh the hour, cometh the man</span>' but what happens when the man comes without their hour? Nianja might well have been the next Iatanja or the next Miri but she needed her war, her Crimson Purge or her Chalice War where she could prove herself. Liberating Iasdrigar was meant to be the start of her grand campaign and she conceived Kyrissa that night as the first of a new generation of Kerembor warriors to fight that war but then the Lawless surrendered and the war evaporated. Nianja realised she would not have the opportunity to redeem the family name in her lifetime, so instead she has started planning for the future, restoring the Kerembor name through her progeny, and Kyrissa is the first step in that plan. From birth she has been told she would be a knight, and be the greatest one who has ever lived. If she fails, Nianja will start over with a second child, and a third, and so on, until she gets the legacy she needs. In the mean time, I think Kyrissa has ended up under more pressure to succeed than anyone else in the class.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>""So that's your explanation, Master Mathel. Kyrissa was born to resurrect the Kerembor name, to become the embodiment of the ideals set down by Iatanja Kerembor. Upholding the name and honour of her family is the only reason she exists and, between you and me, I do not know if she thinks she can do it."""
10939,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=600,2015-09-24T15:54:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pyrade <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=26088758#p26088758"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Akkina</span><br/>Akkina chuckled as Elsis made her wise-crack about her tattoos. She was quite grateful that they joked about the heretical markings instead of ousting her for them. She struggled to stem the tide of retorts and refutations that rose once Elsis assured that they would of course have done better than her. <br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">There are no excuses, only outcomes.</span><br/>She thought to herself as she nodded curtly, allowing her gaze to drop briefly. She chuckled slightly as Elsis prodded Juna,<br/>""Well, the things books reveal to those who are able to commune with them are often quite potent. Although I do prefer these darlings of mine.""<br/>She said, patting her whips with a smirk. She flinched slightly as Elsis placed an arm around her neck, even though she had mentally prepared for a choke hold, stifling the reflex was not as easy as it seemed.<br/>""The males? What of them?""<br/>Akkina asked, momentarily bewildered, <br/>""They seem to have some skills. Rache, the fellow dueling today, is far too zealous in his faith for my liking.""<br/>She replied with a disdainful roll of her eyes. She actually missed the Valiant Fang, they had faith, yes, but they also believed in strength. This seemed to be something altogether more preachy in Akkina's eyes, although that might have just been Kristina.<br/>""Although, I must say, the woman that was looking for Rache is more than a little near-sighted. She sees battle as a prayer, and killing as praise. And that Kyrissa that was fighting has more ink than me, it looks good.""<br/>She said with a smirk and a sardonic chuckle. Before she nudged Elsis and looked at Juna,<br/>""I take it she's been barraging you with such questions as well Juna? What has caused this interest in males Elsis?""<br/>She said with a mischievous smirk.<br/>""Is the <span style=""font-style: italic"">great Elsis of the Valiant Fang hunting for prey she doesn't intend to slay?</span>""<br/>She said with a raised eyebrow as she slipped out from under Elsis' arm, shifting to stand next to Juna unknowingly.</div></blockquote><br/>Juna frowned as she was poked, the finger going into her cheek being mildy annoying at best. She then smiled when Akkina talked to her. She never knew what to make of her really. ""Knowledge is powerful."" She remarked, nodding in agreement with Akkina. Then she blushed red when she was asked about males. Teetering slightly as if she was an inflatable punching doll rather than a human. She smiled and chuckled nervously. 'Well.... I actually brought the subject of males up in partial jest. Though it is interesting how my sister has taken to the subject of ""Boys""."" She remarked."
10940,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=600,2015-09-25T09:13:00,Saleon,"<blockquote><div><cite>Ularn <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=26095013#p26095013"">wrote</a>:</cite>""So that's your explanation, Master Mathel. Kyrissa was born to resurrect the Kerembor name, to become the embodiment of the ideals set down by Iatanja Kerembor. Upholding the name and honour of her family is the only reason she exists and, between you and me, I do not know if she thinks she can do it.""</div></blockquote>Kal did not move, nor shake as Gin told the story. He did not budge or make sign of disgust, though in his mind he saw reason to. Latanja was the ultimate consequentialist in some regards, but the folly of consequentialism, at least to him, is that the ends do not justify the means. A stubborn point for his code was a belief that in stoicism we can find the true answer, but only when we consider others and are impartial. His own beliefs would never justify such an act, even if it was in the name of ""honor,"" ""loyalty,"" or ""The Order."" Honor and Loyalty were fake ideals to Kal'kul. He would fight for what he believed and reasoned, not what choice he was forced into.<br/><br/>As soon as the story ended, Kal stood up and began to lift the sword from the earth. He walked away from the crowd, tired even despite of how early it still was. It could be his slight worry for Kyr, but the story left him on a sour note. He soon began to message to Gin. He had things to say, ""I cannot call Latenja a hero, due to her methods, nor the Kyrembor. Kyr is no puppet to them, they should never have pushed her down this path, nor raised her with this kind of goal in mind.""<br/><br/>He continued, ""Now, if she has come to truly wish to follow this path, I will not go against her. That is her battle to fight, not the battle of her family. Kyr is Kyr, she is who she is, and not Letanja."" He walked back to the Ocean Gazer. Kal wanted the story told, as it had to do directly with the duel. It was a terrible duel, where Kyr faltered by her own family's hubris. What happened could not be avoided, but he wished to know why it happened the way it did. Now that he did, he felt it best to see if she had awoken, and, based on her condition, return her sword and partner in battle. ""thank you."" he said quickly."
10941,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=600,2015-09-25T15:46:00,Elysian Kentarchy,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Rache</span></span><br/><br/>I nod as people give their pieces and leaves. Maybe Siiliya can be achieved after all. ""Siiliya."" I mutter. It is a complex word in a dead language that can't easily be described precisely but roughly it means 'All that has been brought up has been forgiven.' It is a term used to bury rivalries and feuds in hope of new growth. I just look at the scorched ground. No matter where you are the ground when its burned looks the same fear is something to be feared but fear is respect in a way.<br/><br/>I hear someone approach me from behind but I do not react until I hear a voice I know all too well speak. ""Knight Commander Olderen-sama."" With those words I know things just can't go well today.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Kristina</span></span><br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Its now or never. Go on.</span>"" A voice in my head that is not my own says but it is a very familiar one so I slowly approach Rache.<br/><br/>One of my fears is how he will react. I am here in defiance of direct orders given by Rache not to be here but I still approach him. And when I get close enough I say slowly. ""Knight Commander Olderen-sama"" Giving his rank as a Shōtai commander. ""I have arrived and am awaiting orders.""<br/><br/>Rache slowly turns to me his face grave and I get on one knee out of respect and tradition. ""Knight Hymenaios-kun."" He says in a very controlled tone. ""I order you to give me an explanation as to why you are here.""<br/><br/>The word 'order'... that word when it comes from Rache or Adina is a word I cannot defy, they say it is a psychological compulsion but I don't feel forced in the slightest to answer as I answer promptly. ""Knight-Commander, the War Committee decided to overrule your objection and send us separately."" Rache's face doesn't change much but I can tell he is mad as I hand him a letter. ""Orders from the Iron Wall."" The letter for a seal has a wall and gate in front of a dragon that is prowling around it. The Iron Wall. Both the name for the place where the War Committee meets and the last defensive position of our Order. It hasn't been reached since the Chalice War.<br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Rache</span></span><br/><br/>I break the seal and read the letter over my frown ever increasing.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-style: italic"">To the esteemed Knight-Commander Rache Azrael Olderen of the Ninth Shōtai of the First Holy Gundan,<br/><br/>It is the decision of the Joint War Committee to overrule your objection to having Knight Kristina Avishag Hymenaios attend Silver Hand Academy and thus she was sent as soon as possible. From this moment forth she is under your command as before. We trust that you will take every measure to ensure she is a success and that no extreme harm comes to the Order.<br/><br/>Signed by First Brother Aedius and War Committee members Janus Ilan, Anastasia Techiya Olderen, Yulan Medai, Bant Elder, Talvan Rikus, and Juna Olta</span></div></div></div><br/><br/>Under normal circumstances I would be outraged at the War Committee for undermining my authority in the Shōtai but seeing my Obaasama's name on the paper makes me falter and instead I tell her. ""Stand."" When she does so I ask. ""Do you have a normal dagger?"" She quietly hands me her engraving dagger and I prick my thumb with it. I then press that thumb to the paper and whisper ""Transfer accepted."" I then toss the paper into the air and it immediately bursts into flames, the blood was unneeded but it is a tradition. ""So what now?"" I ask my old friend.<br/><br/>""Sister Jule-san will probably want to speak with you. She came along as my escort.""<br/><br/>I frown immediately. ""Ah that bottle blonde came?"" I ask sounding displeased.<br/><br/>""Sounds like you still haven't forgiven her.""<br/><br/>""I am a forgiving man but being accused along with my entire Shōtai of being lawless traitors and being arrested is a step too far for me to forgive easily.""<br/><br/>""Everyone is about the same in that regard. Though inter Gundan rivalry isn't too discouraged.""<br/><br/>""Noted. Now then."" I look her over carefully. ""How is your mental state holding up?""<br/><br/>""I have already regressed once today.""<br/><br/>I wince slightly. ""Which one?""<br/><br/>""Child.""<br/><br/>I sigh. ""That one is the most difficult one. Well I should have enough energy so I will give you and examination and try to patch up what I can tonight."" I place my hand on her shoulder, if anyone who wasn't me or my sister did this she would lash out at them. ""For now too much damage shouldn't have been done. Only an idiot would not have noticed you weren't in your right mind, or having the slightest bit of sanity, if you said something too radical. Your child state is almost as clear as your other regression after all and the other one is as plain as day."" I try my best to reassure her.<br/><br/>""Thanks.""<br/><br/>""It is my responsibility so it is not a problem."" I sigh again. It was my fault she wound up like this. Had I been better, stronger, faster none of this would have happened. I slap the smile on me that I normally use when I am remembering what happened three years ago. ""Well let's get your things put in your room and then go eat. We have some catching up to do."" I calmly take her katana from her though without her reacting. ""Vindicta. I want you to tell me everything that happened when she relapsed."" I order as we walk away.<br/><br/>""Everything, Olderen-sama?"" The AI in it, female by programming, asks.<br/><br/>""Everything.""<br/><br/>""Very well Olderen-sama.""<br/><br/>As we walk Vindicta tells me everything and I have to sigh. Certainly I told her that that perspective is incorrect but her child-mind is just that, a child. She doesn't understand the concept of right and wrong. Or of what killing truly means. So naturally I had to substitute something in for it. But even as she gets better her relapses can turn more drastic. Like a beast struggling until the very end. I will need to keep a tight control on her to make sure she does not do something that she will regret. I hate using orders to bind her, to take advantage of the psychological compulsion forced onto her by circumstance,but there is little choice in the matter if damage is to be controlled and thus I issue several orders to her concerning her behavior, even in her regressed state she will be bound by most of them. Of note is the orders to avoid interacting Kyrissa-san and the lawless girl if at all possible, especially if she is in the middle of a regression or regresses while interacting with them.<br/><br/>After exchanging words with Jule and moving things to her room, though most were already moved there I turn to her. ""I'm hungry after using so much energy. But I think I should do my best to give your a tour of the place and the surrounding area. That way you can find your way around without me."" She pouts slightly and I pat her head despite us being the same height. ""Hey don't be upset, we have a lot to do and that means I can't always be with you. Also as per tradition we will be singing the Hymn of Farewell to Vigil tonight when the stars are out, I have already located the direction Vigil is from here."" She nods."
10942,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=600,2015-09-25T16:58:00,The Starlight,"The golden-haired Acrean watched the duel with admittedly rapt attention, but with a large degree of confusion. Kyr's strategy was appearing rather risky and Ellyn's eyes widened in shock at the spell she had been carving a long was one of fire, an element where Ellyn had little experience, if any experience in carving spells based on fire, despite her forging talents. But it had been a crazy strategy, and she found herself a bit disappointed. She could've easily burned herself or killed Rache. That was not a spell used for duels of first blood. That was the kind of spell you use in battle, surrounded by foes trying to kill you.<br/><br/>And now, she was seriously hurt, and Ellyn resisted the desire to run out and start healing the prone student, knowing that A-23's Aspirant was much more skilled in that art. Being apart of the Phantom Blade Order for almost all of her life, she admitted to herself that she couldn't really understand these students from other, smaller Orders. She got it that they were mocked for their beliefs and were disrespected by the larger Orders. But unless they started to prove their worth and skill, and stopped complaining about their lower status, and started actually making others respect them, they would remain as they always had. At least, that was her opinion. The young woman dragged a hand across her forehead slowly, sighing. She really missed her art supplies.<br/><br/>Walking back to their hotel suite, she took a pen and a sheet of paper, sitting at the desk. It seemed like no one else had returned as swiftly as she had and she took the opportunity to start drawing the Silver Hand Academy in all its shimmering glory. A pen wouldn't fully capture it, but she believed that it was a good start.<br/><br/>Taking a deep breath, and closing her eyes, she set her mind on the Academy, her hand moving in swift, steady strokes as she began to craft a picture."
10943,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=600,2015-09-26T21:56:00,Mortelatuzia,"Some distance away from the quaint town lie a decently wooded area, untouched by the hustle of man. The grand trees shattered the light of the sun and left the ground it protected cool and calm. Life in this thicket was all but still, the slightest sound echoed through it's insides like gunshots. A calm, fragile serenity hung in the air of the kindhearted wilderness. The chests of it's trees invited all life, big and small, to rest their heads upon their strong surface. It is in this calming wilderness that a distraught girl wanders, searching for the unobtainable, longing for the unforgivable, screaming for the unspeakable.<br/><br/>Elysia walked through the forest, grazing her hand by the well fed trees as she walked. Her mind wandered as far as her body did, thinking of better days when worry was the furthest thing from her mind. After walking aimlessly, she finally regained herself and stood in a clearing, bathing in the brilliant sun as high noon approached. She sighed away the dark thoughts in her mind and found her target, a particularly wide tree trunk about eight meters in front of her. She placed her left leg in front of her and her right leg back, spread somewhat wide but kept her weight even on both legs. Her left arm she placed in front, about waist height, while her right she held high, near her head, both palms facing forward. This was the stance she had seen time and time again in the books given to her by her father. The first stance, the form of balance, the way of the roots.<br/><br/>""Nima."" She whispered into the cold nothingness around her. She emptied her mind of her past and focused solely on combat. She measured her breathing, her stance, her energy, as she prepared herself for training.<br/><br/><span style=""color: #FF8000"">""Espara Tria.""</span>She spoke as she throw her right hand forward and stepped toward the tree, maintaining her form. Three yellow needle-like beams of light flew from her hands and planted themselves in a perfect triangle deep inside the wood.<br/><br/><span style=""color: #FF8080"">""Protera.""</span>She said quickly after her attack, projecting a small shield of golden light from her left hand. She ducked behind her protonic defenses, as if she was actually under attack. She inched her way toward the tree and brought her hands together.<br/><br/><span style=""color: #FFBF00"">""Expulsera de enterria videsen redemio paro la entemia ve çearrio!""</span>Elysia shouted rapidly as she pushed her hands forward. A large beam of light the size of her torso projected out of her palms and onto her target. The bright particles melted cleanly through the unsuspecting tree and left naught but a few inches of wood beside the sizable orange hole created from the blast. The brilliant glow disappeared as quickly as it came as the blonde caster separated her hands once again. She bowed to the inanimate object that she very nearly obliterated and firmly sat down, significantly calmer than before, in the leafy grass."
10944,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=600,2015-09-27T11:26:00,Zarkenis Ultima,"Arcander simply shrugged. ""Like I said, the owner of the resort is paranoid like an android, and he's apparently very rich too, so that's why the whole place is pretty well protected. It might be too much, but it wasn't up to me, and in any case, you can at least be sure that Kyri here will be safe in her room."" He chuckled, wondering what the Amazlan would think or do if she caught him using the nickname she hated right next to her face. Either way, he simply continued leading the way. They soon entered the resort, and Arcander found it a bit tiring to have to explain to everyone they passed that the girl being carried by Orion was not hurt, was not in need of a trip to infirmary and no, she did not require mouth-to-mouth insufflation, thank you very much. When they finally arrived at the elevator, the aspirant sighed and then turned to Orion.<br/><br/>""As for the teachers' plans, well, we're supposed to just relax and enjoy this vacation by ourselves, but I heard that miss Cyranis is organizing a trip to a nearby abandoned temple of Aradain that was discovered a few decades ago by Gladian archaeologists. She's a person who makes sure to keep in touch with the students, and she's also the most proactive teacher when it comes to things like these. She already got permission from the Gladian authorities."" The aspirant explained, and then chuckled again as a thought occured to him. ""I bet she discussed it with them when they arrived to take the prisoner away."" He stated. He would not have put it past her to seize the opportunity to bring up something like that.<br/><br/>Stepping out of the elevator, he walked into their suite and briefly greeted Ellyn, before opening the door of Kyrissa's room and motioning Orion to place her on the bed.<br/><hr/><br/><br/>Elsis stared blankly at Akkina, and then glanced over at Juna when she stated that it was interesting how she reacted to the subject. At this, she simply shrugged. ""I was just amused that you brought something like that up, sis. Besides, aren't you the one who wanted to introduce me to your classmates? How am I the one that seems to have a strange interest in the topic? If anything, Jun, you're the one who appears to be trying to play out some weird fantasy by hooking me up to one of your new friends."" She said with a confident smile, before turning towards Akkina.<br/><br/>""Anyway, I'm not looking for prey, no. Honestly, at this point I'd be more interested in a fight than a date. That duel that just happened left me thirsting for some more, especially since the girl wasn't even fighting back. Honestly, if I have to give something to that duel, it would be that it managed to have a very flashy and very anticlimatic conclusion at the same time."" She critiqued, inadvertently gravitating towards a subject she was substantially more interested in, though she didn't really notice. ""I mean, sure, they're not here to entertain us, but still."" She shrugged a second time.<br/><br/>""Where was I? Oh, yes. I'm not really looking for anyone. Besides, who do either of you know that could possibly handle me?"" She smiled again.<br/><hr/><br/><br/>""Those are some impressive spells."" A voice called out from somewhere behind Elysia, one that would undoubtedly sound very familiar, especially to her, who had been famished when she had arrived at the resort the previous night. Soon, the golden-haired girl would feel a hand on her shoulder, as another, older girl sat down on the ground of the forest next to her, the same one with scarlet hair that had welcomed her the previous night.<br/><br/>""Invorça. You left rather suddenly after the duel was over. I understand that you may not have found it very interesting, but I was still worried that you wandered off just like that."" Aressa said. After her small conversation with Rache was over, she had seen the girl walking away in the distance, and decided to follow, if only to make sure that Elysia was alright. It was her duty as an aspirant and as the guide of the A-23 group, after all.<br/><br/>""So, did you come here just to train?"" The elder student asked."
10945,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=600,2015-09-27T12:11:00,Pyrade,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Orion</span><br/>Orion smiled and nodded,<br/>""Well, I guess if he has the resources to furnish his paranoia it isn't too bad. Besides, it serves well in case of an emergency.""<br/>He replied, staying at Arcander's side so that people would rather direct their questions to the aspirant. Orion chuckled slightly whenever someone asked them about Kyr's health.<br/>""You'd think we'd be moving with a tad more haste if she were truly injured.""<br/>He remarked after they finally reached the elevator, not having noticed the use of Kyr's hated nickname. He nodded to Ellyn in acknowledgement, his hands preoccupied with carrying the Amazlan. He stepped into her room and placed her down on the bed, holding a lingering glance over her red skin and interleaved tattoos before he returned to the exit.<br/>""Sounds like Miss Cyranis has other plans regarding the term 'vacation'""<br/>He said with a chuckle as he stepped towards the entrance door to the suite.<br/>""It will be good to see some local history though. I have to say, we hear very little of the outside world on my homeworld. The cargo vessels don't carry much by way of news.""<br/>He said pointedly,<br/>""But I shall be heading back to the group. I think I saw Juna back there.""<br/>He replied cheerfully, eager to continue the dinner table discussion of dueling practices and homeworlds.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Akkina</span><br/>""Well, you were the one who asked me with a sly smile that could have rivaled a dune serpent.""<br/>She retorted to Elsis' barrage of defensive statements. Although she felt no surprise to find out that Elsis was not interested in any sort of romantic affair. Over the 4 years Akkina had known the sisters she had always found Elsis remarkably well suited to the beliefs of her home cult, the Incarnates. She was strong and often single-minded in that strength, someone Akkina felt her own seed-parent might actually have been proud of.<br/><br/>She chuckled as Elsis stated her feelings towards the idea of a date, rolling her eyes.<br/>""Well you're not getting a fight from me. Not today at least. I feel like the teachers here already give me odd looks.""<br/>She said, blushing slightly as she admitted the effects of her minor paranoia. The red in her cheeks soon faded and her red eyes rolled as she considered what Elsis said about the duel,<br/>""My thoughts exactly. What a waste of the element of the stars. I feel that some smaller bursts might have served her far better in the long run. I do not understand the lengthiness of the spells they used. It seems quite impractical.""<br/>She muttered, exchanging some fighter's talk with Elsis, something which was not uncommon between the violent pair.<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Besides, who do either of you know that could possibly handle me?</span>"" Elsis said with a smile, drawing a matching smirk from Akkina as the red-headed ex-heretic folded her arms. She always found it entertaining when Elsis allowed some of her confidence to show, even if it were only a tiny glimmer.<br/>""I'm sure they have a beastmaster somewhere on this rock. Anyone who knows how to deal with a wild sand horse could probably do the trick.""<br/>She teased, making reference to an immensely large herbivore, known for its moody nature.<br/>""Although she has a point Juna, leave her in the arms of any of these weak-minded boys and she'll likely have them running for the hills by the end of the day.""<br/>Akkina mused to Juna, speaking of Elsis as if she weren't standing right next to her. It was a little overboard to be considered a riposte to the dragon-arm comment earlier, but Akkina didn't mind too much. She was on a roll.<br/>""Although, I could handle you quite well. But that's besides the point. We both know I've more skill than these ones.""<br/>She said with a chuckle before she returned to beefing up her arsenal of insults.<br/>""What about the healer? He's the aspirant right? Bet he knows a thing or two about handling difficult initiates.""<br/>She said with a sly smirk. Watching Elsis for any signs of unnease, although, if she knew anything about the hot-headed female, and she did, Elsis would more likely than not retaliate in kind, or get mad. But she hoped it wasn't the latter, dealing with a raging Elsis was always so much effort."
10946,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=600,2015-09-27T12:33:00,Mortelatuzia,"As she heard a familiar voice echo behind her Elysia tried to stand to formally greet her senior but was too late before she had already sat beside her. She lowered her head, ashamed that she had been seen letting her emotions get the better of her. She sighed and muttered a ""No."" before composing herself and facing her fiery senior.<br/><br/>""It's not that, Miss Alistár. Watching those two fight was interesting enough, it's just... It reminds me too much of home, you know? Part of me misses my home, and how things were before..."" A tear rolled down the sunlit girl's face but she quickly shook her head and looked forward to her old target. ""But I know I need to move on, and this is how I do it. Practicing, doing the things he taught me, the things we did together... it helps me feel at ease with the world.""<br/><br/>She smiled and nodded her head. She turned her head back toward her senior, bright as ever despite having seemingly gone through an emotional downfall. ""Sorry, I must seem emotional. It's nothing to worry about, I just sort of... get lost sometimes."""
10947,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=600,2015-09-28T02:34:00,Atlannia,"Alfenn kept to himself as the crowd slowly filtered away from the arena, the excitement seeming to be over for the most part. To an observer he would have appeared to be brooding, his brow creased in concentration although he would have considered himself to merely be thinking.<br/><br/>He had remained silent throughout the discussions taking place during and after the duel, considering it outside his role as a second to offer causal opinions while the duel was ongoing. But he had heard them and they offered something to consider. These were people who just last night had been comrades in arms, fighting for their lives and yet a single duel had brought to light undeniable tensions. Alfenn was beginning to realise why the Phantom Blade discouraged duelling between its students. The different orders had such differing beliefs that a simple fight was unlikely to fully clear the order. It was something his mostly isolated upbringing hadn't entirely prepared him to anticipate.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Maybe it wasn't such a good idea to be involved in this</span>he mused, studying the now abandoned but still lightly scorched field.<span style=""font-style: italic"">At least it was an interesting fight. Rache proved himself to be the more balanced fighter but Kyrissa's tactic was a novel one, if a little reckless. Perhaps there's a way to refine it...</span><br/><br/>His mood brightened slightly, although it was almost imperceptible from the outside, as his mind turned to the more engaging realm of tactics and strategies as he began running through scenarios in his head."
10948,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=600,2015-09-29T15:56:00,Elysian Kentarchy,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Rache</span></span><br/><br/>While I had initially decided to give a tour I figured I could do it later and for now we have some catching up to do, and by catching up we mean intense military exercise. ""Alright Kristina-chan. Objective: We are heading into the forest for training in forest tactics. Back home the only trees are sakura trees but in case we need to mount raids on the lawless worlds we must be ready. Notably the world that belongs to the Order of the Empty Wanderers is ridiculous in the amount of high trees. So we need to be prepared in case we need to attack it."" This training is our own training regiment. We need to be ready when we go home for all circumstances. Even though my energy is a bit low from the duel I prefer to use all of it that I can during a day. Having high levels can cause too much of it to stockpile after all making it a pain so normally intense exercise allows me to expel it. Plus its refreshing.<br/><br/>""Understood commander-sama."" We shoulder our equipment and walk into the forest.<br/><br/>""What is our motto?"" I ask her simply.<br/><br/>""Be prepared.""<br/><br/>""And is that our reason for this?""<br/><br/>""Yes commander-sama.""<br/><br/>""Why must one be prepared?"" By this point I am asking her textbook basics.<br/><br/>""No plan will survive the actions of the enemy. So being trained for any and all possibilities is a suggested step.""<br/><br/>""Very good."" As we walk into the woods Kristina looks emptily around the forest almost so that she almost trips over a root. ""Eyes forward Hymenaios."" I order her in my voice I reserve for command. ""You need to work on your awareness. If you don't the enemy can take advantage of you.""<br/><br/>""Yes commander-sama.""<br/><br/>""I order that you can refer to me however you want to."" I order her, that order seems out of place with some but it my attempt to promote her feelings.<br/><br/>""Yes Rache-kun.""<br/><br/>""Good, Kristina-chan."" We reach a particularly tall and thick tree and take out our rope from our field equipment. That equipment is the standard if we were in the field fighting the enemy. ""Under normal circumstances I would be racing you to the top but I am not in top form myself right now so we will focus on trust based exercise."" I take out a rope and tie us both together by the waist. Then I take out another two ropes, both very long and each with hooks on the end, made to be very light but highly durable, perfect for a climbing exercise anyway, and hand one to Kristina. ""Nith-qaddash shim-mukh katusha. Plundrar Bråd De våldtar Dod. Nyet Rika Il mua espíritus nuhra Haw lan Fortis. Itlya Olvanic mita Polanov. Mita Ulvanic Nikta Rulan Motus."" I mutter. At the same time I start my spell Kristina mutters hers as well but it is very quiet so I can't hear her over my own voice. Right when before I finish my spell we both toss the ropes up as high as we can and my teleportation spell boost them up even higher and Kristina's telekinesis causes them to wrap firmly around some strong branches high up and for the hooks to dig in deeply, such fine manipulation of things requires more energy but she should still be fresh so it isn't a problem.<br/><br/>""Now..."" I begin slowly grabbing my rope and bracing my foot against the tree and wait for Kristina to follow suit. ""Let us begin.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Kristina</span></span><br/><br/>I nod at Rache's words and begin to climb up the tree. This is actually only the second time we have done this... well with trees anyway. Normally we do it with rock walls since Sakura trees are not in anyway good to climb up. This is much more challenging though since the rock walls you hand plenty of handholds and footholds, as unrealistic as that is and the fact that our robes and armor increases our weight. But this is not a challenge for me at all. It must not be a challenge. Because if it is one then I am an inconvenience to Rache. Him tying himself to me stresses this even more because if I slip up he will be hindered. I can't let that happen. Rache moves slowly but he has to. In this scenario endurance matters more than anything and despite everything my endurance is better than his, at least that is what he ordered me to believe. Rache can only climb this by using his energy reserves and transferring it to pure stubbornness. That is how he handles everything beyond his abilities. Stubbornness no matter how much it won't work. Rache and Adina... they work stubbornly, they work grimly, without fail, they take all the guilt and burdens onto themselves, they etch every kill their comrades make into their hearts as penance.<br/><br/>I shake my head slightly. Now is not the time for thinking these thoughts. Rache gave me a challenge to climb this tree while tied to him and that is what we will do. Back in the old days I would have probably made small talk but for now I just focus as we get higher and higher. Working in complete silence, the old days being dead and attempting to bring them back being as successful as bringing back the dead.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Rache</span></span><br/><br/>I sigh inwardly. Had Kristina been like how she used to be we would be laughing and chatting away about everything as we climb together. She would probably even comment about how I shouldn't be so stubborn about things. Those were the days that we lost but those are the days me and my sister are trying desperately to bring back. Among other things we all want returned to us. Our straying from our original imitation of Mael has damned us all, though that view is treason. We finally reach the top and carefully hoist ourselves onto a branch keeping a hold on our ropes. ""Careful."" I warn Kristina and she nods as we sit down together. ""Quite a view isn't it?"" I ask looking at the sights.<br/><br/>""We're training, commander. Not taking in the sights.""<br/><br/>""Training is important yes but so is this.""<br/><br/>""I fail to see how so.""<br/><br/>""Sights are indeed important Kristina, think of it as back home with us drinking. Sure some could say we fight better drunk but we drink to relax. This is nothing different."" Kristina is rendered silent so I continue looking despite her not agreeing with me. ""Besides being so far from home it is good to do things like this."" My hears prick up slightly. ""Do you hear something?"" We sit there silently waiting as someone walking into the field. By the looks of her a girl. My eyesight is slightly better than Kristina's so I tell her. ""Girl, if not young woman. Notable appearance factors: golden hair. Either a local or another student. I have a feeling I saw her before at the duel."" I think it over for a few seconds and continue. ""We should wait until she leaves then climb down.""<br/><br/>""Shouldn't we just climb down and leave?"" Kristina asks.<br/><br/>""Under normal circumstances I would probably agree but I am doubtful we would be able to get away without bothering her so it is best to just sit here. Besides I want to enjoy the view longer.""<br/><br/>""Okay.""<br/><br/>""Thankfully the ropes are on the side of the tree where she can't see so she would actually have to be looking for them to figure out where they are. As long as she doesn't look up she won't see us."" Kristina nods but I take that as a very well. I bring my fist up to my mouth and observe her. I start to detect magic being used so I look on in interest curious as to her magic. When she unleashes it and nearly obliterates a nearby tree. After recovering from being impressed I whisper in Kristina's ear. ""If she attempts it on this tree we will have to jump to a nearby one. I never considered magic to indiscriminately destroy trees so we will need to work it into future training.""<br/><br/>""Understood.""<br/><br/>I move to call out to her just loud enough to hear but not startle her but another person walks in. ""Wait and see."" I mutter after focusing my sight I mutter again. ""I believe that is Alistar-Senpai."" Kristina nods. During their exchange I cup my hand over my mouth again.<br/><br/>""What are you doing?""<br/><br/>""Calling out. Since there are two now it doesn't hurt to do so and besides if one of them just looks up in this direction they will see us. And then as far as both are concerned we were spying on them.""<br/><br/>""Any other reason?""<br/><br/>""It is only the polite thing to do. Besides if she goes back to it this tree could be next."" I reason with her. Though I don't mention that the other girl seems to be sad.<br/><br/>""Do what you want."" She says but I can tell that she is glum about bringing others that she does not know into our time alone.<br/><br/>I sigh and we both stand up carefully balancing ourselves on the branch and I cup my hands around my mouth. ""Hello down there!"" I yell waving one of my hands. ""Apologies for the bother but I trust everything is going well for you both?"""
10949,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=600,2015-09-29T21:26:00,Mortelatuzia,"Elysia jumped slightly as she heard a loud, unfamiliar voice called down from above. For a brief moment, she believed the trees themselves had spoke to the pair of them. However, once she turned her head skyward she could see the bright silver hair and long black hair of her peers. They appeared to be clad in armor as well as their matching robes which seemed odd at first before Elysia remembered the duel that had just taken place, the one she had run away from. She brushed that thought aside and smiled at the students hanging over her.<br/><br/>""Hello! Everything is fine, thank you! I didn't know you were a tree person, Mister Olderón. If I had known I wouldn't have..."" The blonde student looked guiltily at the tree she used for target practice, which had finally finished cooling it's massive seared hole. She gave a genuine chuckle before turning to her senior and tilting her head with a smile. Without the need for words she raised her head to address the students hanging in the trees.<br/><br/>""You two can come join us if you'd like! That is, unless you'd prefer to be tree people."" Again the young girl chuckled, amusing herself and distancing her thoughts away from the trauma that lurked in her memories."
10950,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=600,2015-09-29T23:51:00,Zarkenis Ultima,"Arcander chuckled at Orion's interpretation of Professor Sapphira's endeavor. ""Perhaps it's true that she's not content with just letting us do our own thing while we're here, but to be fair, it's not like she's forcing our hands in the matter. I must've forgotten to mention it, but the trip will be optional. No one that doesn't want to go will have to come along."" He said as he closed the door to Kyrissa's room and then headed towards the door of the suite along with the younger student, also closing it behind him once the two of them were outside. ""That said, I'm happy to see that it doesn't look like you'll refuse to a bit of organized sightseeing. It should be a nice little trip... As long as it doesn't end like yesterday's walk, anyway."" He sighed, thinking of how they wound up fighting heretics in a cave. All things considered, falling through the floor into a secret chamber was far more likely in an ancient temple than it was in a random forest, so the chances of no incidents happening weren't looking so good. Suddenly, though, he found himself distracted from this by an amusing, if slightly morbid thought, and chuckled at how the students under his care were able to harm each other far more effectively than a pair of heretics several time their betters.<br/><br/>""I'll go back with you."" The tall white-haired student spoke after having paused for a moment. ""Have to spread the news, after all.""<br/><hr/><br/><br/>Contrary to what Akkina seemed to fear, the only thing Elsis did in response to Akkina's numerous jabs was burst out laughing, showing that feral yet slightly childlike part of her nature that made her who she was, her red braveblood cape trying and failing to conserve her air of barbaric nobility for the moment. She took several moments to calm down, and then simply shook her head at the former heretic, running a hand through her hair with a very amused grin on her face. ""Please, Akkina. I would be completely baffled to find out that they have people capable of handling beasts in this place, let alone one that's majestic like a scoroleo."" She said as she flipped her long, coral red hair as if to punctuate her statement, referencing a creature that appeared to be a large feline partially covered in scales and with a poisonous tail, which was considered to be the king of all beasts in Cathedral Dumea. Clearly, the term beast had no despective connotations for members of the Order of the Valiant Fang, like it did for other people, and so Akkina's retort failed to elicit any sort of negative reaction.<br/><br/>""Also, the healer's<span style=""font-style: italic"">your</span>guide, so he won't have to worry about me. Good thing, too; he'll be quite busy dealing with a snake that's more venomous than a dragon's tooth."" She grinned. ""And if those boys can't handle me, then they simply don' deserve me. I don't have any interest in anyone that's weak like that, you know."" She said, not minding that she was considered a difficult person. She prided herself on her spirit, after all. ""And on that note, you couldn't handle me and we both know it.""<br/><br/>Done with her responses to Akkina's jabs, Elsis then turned to Juna. ""Anyway, you were heading towards your pals, weren't you?"" She asked.<br/><hr/><br/><br/>Aressa listened to the golden-haired recruit as she explained herself, noticing that the girl seemed to be rather down, and suspecting that she had come all the way out here in order to be alone with her thoughts, and perhaps vent some of her feelings with a bit of practice, something that was not altogether too unusual among the students of the Silver Hand Academy. Her suspicions were soon proven correct, more or less, as the girl admitted that she was trying to dispell the nostalgia from her mind through training, something she could understand perfectly. She was rather surprised, however, as she saw Elysia turn towards her and simply smiled and excused herself. Her mental fortitude was impressive, to be able to do that after being in tears, and instead of saying anything else, the aspirant simply smiled back.<br/><br/>It was then that she heard the call, and looked up to see Rache and a new girl on one of the trees. The young man clearly wasn't eager to waste a single minute of the day, it seemed, having gone off to the forest to do whatever while Kyr was knocked out cold due to the wound after the duel. She did not judge this, though, and simply waved up at them with a smile as they were looking her way. Whatever they were doing up there, it was probably harmless, so she said nothing on the matter.<br/><br/>""Just come down, I promise I won't bite."" The fiery haired aspirant shouted up at them once Elysia was done speaking."
10951,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=600,2015-09-30T14:31:00,Pyrade,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Orion &amp; Akkina</span><br/>""Well I didn't exactly have much else planned for the day. I would likely have spent it wandering around the resort like a simpleton. Besides, temples are quite interesting if you take the time to learn about their history. Pretty much everything has more of a story than what it seems I've found.""<br/>Orion replied as the elevator deposited them on the ground floor. He stepped out and moved swiftly ahead to the exit with the aspirant. The young knight-in-training squinted slightly as he exited into the bright sunlight, not quite used to the brightness of the natural light here. It did make him miss his homeworld slightly, but he found a lot of new interesting things out here which helped keep homesickness at bay, to the point where he hardly ever realised that he missed his home, not unless he thought about it. This was exactly one such moment when Orion walked briskly through the fresh, cool air with a smile on his face.<br/>""Well, guess you should let them know we won't be down one friend because of a few misplaced words.""<br/>He said to Arcander as he looked around for the people he'd been talking to the night before. Orion couldn't help noticing that quite a few of the students had gone elsewhere after the duel between Rache and Kyrissa. He looked around, spotting Juna, Elsis and Akkina to one side, although so far he was only aware of Juna's identity in that group. The other two seemed to be quite cheerful though judging by the laughter emanating from Elsis.<br/>""Looks like a lot of them departed already."" He said to Arcander with a chuckle.<br/>""I sincerely hope it won't be just me on this temple outing. That would just be depressing."" Orion noted as he glanced over the trees, trying to spot any of those who might have gone exploring, to no avail, but it did stir up a fond memory of his homeworld's flora. An unbidden little snippet which he acknowledged with a brief smile before allowing it to sink down to the back of his mind.<br/>""I'll go tell them the news on Kyrissa and the outing."" He said to Arcander with a wave before he moved towards Juna, Elsis and Akkina.<br/><br/>Akkina snorted derisively as Elsis boasted, indirectly comparing herself to the king of beasts.<br/>""A Scoroleo? Do be careful you don't float off. That head of yours is getting pretty inflated.""<br/>She replied rather hypocritically before the snake comment popped up. Akkina couldn't help but smile in response. She often found that people called her venomous, or abrasive. A long time ago it had merely been confusing, these days it just coaxed a small knowing smile from the ex-incarnate.<br/>""And your aspirant's gonna have to teach you the difference between cults. May Aradain lend a hand on that ever fruitless endeavour. Skull thick as yours is going to take some force to get some knowledge in there.""<br/>She said with a waspish tone and a forced reference to a god she could not bring herself to believe in yet had to seem as if she did. She unfolded her arms and shrugged indifferently,<br/>""Where I come from, the serpent's venom usually means it eats well. And doesn't get eaten either, both good things if you ask me.""<br/>She stated plainly, quite done with the insults. A simple loss of interest caused her to reply honestly on the topic of romantic relations,<br/>""There are far more entertaining things to do with my life than find a seeder. Don't know why your lot put so much effort into something that is an animal instinct from a long gone era.""<br/>She muttered, her voice quietening as Orion approached the group.<br/><br/>""Good day Juna. Good day friends, I am Orion, I don't believe we've met.""<br/>Orion said cheerfully as he gave Juna a warm smile and a wave before turning to the other two. Akkina folded her arms again, no longer feeling as if she was around friendly company.<br/>""I was on your shuttle<span style=""font-style: italic"">Kedora</span>. . . But I am Akkina. "" She muttered moodily and picked one of her home tongue's many disparagements to which she was quite partial. The last shreds of her humor evaporated as she fixed Orion with a disdainful glare that caused him to shift uncomfortably.<br/>""Ah, right. Yes, you're also from the same place as Juna aren't you."" Orion said as he refreshed his memory of the odd girl. Akkina simply nodded, plunging an icy dagger into the conversation with Orion. She didn't have any particular grudges against him, nor had she any idea of who he was and where he came from. Akkina found it more practical to keep those who didn't know of her circumstances at a healthy distance, that way they didn't ask too many questions, nor did they pry into the meanings of her tattoos, or her past. Orion however gave her a cheerful smile, slightly uncomfortable under her glare, but unperturbed otherwise.<br/>""Good to meet you again then Akkina.""<br/>He said and proceeded to relay the news.<br/>""Well, just wanted to let you know that Arcander said Miss Cyranis has planned a trip to a temple for those who wish to go-""<br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Great</span>"" Akkina interrupted with a venomous inflection in her voice.<br/>""-and Kyrissa is making a quick recovery thanks to the knight mender's treatment.""<br/>He finished, ignoring Akkina's comment."
10952,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=600,2015-10-03T15:14:00,Saleon,"Kal drifted over to Kyr's room. He intended to check in on her. He knew she was fine, but it was peace of mind to discern the answer himself. After all of his seriousness and hate about Kyr's childhood, he couldn't help his legitimate concern. It was probably his nature to care, just as when he fought off so many against the redress of his peers. The healers said he was fine, everyone else said she was fibe, and he now saw she was finw, just as nature inclined him to do.<br/><br/>He then moved past her room, leaving Gin in his place. ""I'll leave you back with her, since she is your master,"" he told the sword.<br/><br/>He then headed to his own room, ready to clear his thoughts. The duel ended darker than he wanted, though he learned something new from the fight, Analyzed, and grew from it. He took a quick shower to remediate his sicker emotions. He cleansed his spirit with the warm water, and stepped out with a revitalized diaposition. He was calmed.<br/><br/>He then dried himself off, put on his clothes, and looked himself over in the mirror. He saw his burnt out visage in the mirror, marked by his ash-like hair. It had clumped together, moist and dripping, conglomerates into sections, spindles, and emoted back to him. He didn't care about his looks to say the least, but rather, he did this to se where this crazy adventure took him. ""How much he I changed, after so long?"" sort of thing.<br/><br/>He then stepped to the balcony, crossing his arms on the railing and breathing in the outward air. This was how he achieved peace. His home on that planet filled with mines, with a small swamp city made him respect nature. He grew to love pure air, untouched by people who thought to be above nature. He coalesced and breathed with natire, not against. Thus did the druidic scholars of the city impart.<br/><br/>After thinking so long about that planet he felt an urge to not just look at the beautiful image of nature, the forest, but also to engage in it. He decided to remote himself from the hotel, and, in a childlike trance, roamed into the forest to mingle with his thoughts.<br/><br/>He soon found that new girl with golden hair, Elysia, along with a number of others, including Rache. He could see the damage to one of the trees, and the newness of the splintered wood marking it's fallen location. ""yo,"" he mused, ""I see you people found reason to hate trees."""
10953,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=600,2015-10-04T22:28:00,Elysian Kentarchy,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Rache</span><br/><br/>Maybe its because of climbing like this or seeing a couple people down there being cheerful or maybe because I want to be cheerful in front of Kristina since she no longer can be cheerful, because her smile can't come back, but I can't help but tilt my mouth upwards in a small smile. ""A tree person lass?"" I chuckle. ""Not really. There are very rarely trees that you can actually climb back home. and most of the time someone is already in them on lookout. So this is by far a unique experience for us."" I don't know why but I don't want to mention this is actually military training. ""The sights up here are beautiful too. So much green. I can't remember any trees that are just green back home yet now we have a full forest of them. And don't worry about your magic display lass. It was a good show. Impressive actually, I would be interested in learning about it later, learning about other forms of magic is normally a great interest in my Order that most of us still carry out. And I would be pleased to take your offer Alistar-Senpai. Shall we join them then?"" Kristina mulls over it for a second before nodding. ""Good. It would be rude not to. But here's what we do."" I lean into whisper in her ear. She nods and we remove the ropes from another branch and toss them on the ground on the same side they are on. ""Ready?"" I ask holding my hand out to her.<br/><br/>""Ready."" She says taking it. She closes her eyes and begins to mumble something and when she nods her head we take a step together out of the tree. As we fall to the ground Kristina finishes her spell and we decelerate before finally floating in mid air halfway between where we were and the ground. Kristina then guides us down and when we land softly together.<br/><br/>I release Kristina's hand and nod approvingly and we pick up the ropes together and approach the others and, before addressing Kristina, I assess how the others reacted to that little show and explain. ""Kristina is very talented when it comes to telekinesis, among her other skills. Apologies if that display shocked you, there was absolutely no risk."" I then turn to Kristina. ""And very good."" I tell her approvingly. ""It is good to have kept up with your training.""<br/><br/>Kristina quietly takes out a small notebook and a fountain pen from her robe and starts to write down something. ""Ah right. When Kristina uses her telekinesis it can cause her to have the force she uses push slightly inward towards herself putting pressure on her vocal cords and causing her to she loses her voice temporarily. Nothing too major and it should be back in a few minutes, just her vocal cords are not in any good shape due to past trauma. Plus she hate talking a lot anyway."" I explain to the others and take the notebook from her when she hands me it and read out loud. ""'You and Adina told me to train my hardest so I did. Though I suspect that the gravity here may be slightly heavier than on Vigil due to me having to exert more force than expected to carry that out. Both to stop our fall and to glide us down.'"" I hand it back to her. ""Well then it is better training then we expected."" Kristina nods in agreement. ""Though yes I am glad I wasn't the only one with that suspicion. I have been having some difficulty breathing since I got here but I ignored it as a part of endurance and mental training."" I place my pack on the ground and put the ropes in it. ""So why are you both out here?"" I ask casually putting things in order. ""But first I don't believe I caught your name miss. Therefore you seem to have me at a disadvantage."" I say to the golden haired girl. I hear foot steps approach and look over.<br/><br/>""Yo,I see you people found reason to hate trees."" A familiar person says.<br/><br/>""Ah Kyrissa-san's second. Now that I think of it I never caught your name either. And no not really. Trees like this are a novelty to but me and Kristian-chan here were up in one of them. If you come up with a method of destroying them while being on the tree and living be sure to tell me."" I say this in all honesty. I chuckle inwardly. Maybe I am regressing back into my student days, though if I do maybe that element of her can be brought back."
10954,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=600,2015-10-05T21:02:00,Mortelatuzia,"Elysia smiled at Rache's casual explanations, blushing slightly as he complemented her magic. She was awed by the girl's impressive display of telekinesis, but saddened when she learned that the exercise strained her. Concerned over the trauma that Rache mentioned, she gestured for Kristina to take a seat beside her and Aressa. She was about to introduce herself when another figure approached them. She didn't recognize the voice at first but as she turned she recognized the man as the joker from the night before. She nodded at him but silently wished he hadn't shown up so soon after her outburst. In a daze she nervously chuckled at his comment.<br/><br/>""S-Sorry! I just needed something to shoot, you know? I-I love trees, really!"" The girl stated, awkwardly and without volume control. She shook her head and eased herself. It had been a long time since she interacted with a large group of people, not since before the incident. She took a few deep breaths before continuing where she left off.<br/><br/>""Elysia Invorça. Pleasure to truly meet you all."" She stated clearly, cheerfully, and without flaw, as if it was a line in a play that had been rehearsed time and time again for this one moment. ""As to why I'm out here, well..."" She paused for a while, trying to choose words that would make her peers the least concerned. The last thing she wanted was to draw unneeded attention to her woes. ""I needed to... clear my head, you know? Usually I wallow alone, but I guess<span style=""font-style: italic"">someone</span>decided I shouldn't, and now here we are."" She smiled while throwing a teasing glance at her senior. This act of friendliness in truth doubled as a distraction, an attempt to lighten the mood and draw attention away from the words being spoken. This deception, though amateurish, should work like a charm during a casual, unsuspecting conversation. Apparently she had learned something after all."
10955,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=600,2015-10-06T06:42:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Atlannia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=26141509#p26141509"">wrote</a>:</cite>Alfenn kept to himself as the crowd slowly filtered away from the arena, the excitement seeming to be over for the most part. To an observer he would have appeared to be brooding, his brow creased in concentration although he would have considered himself to merely be thinking. <br/><br/>He had remained silent throughout the discussions taking place during and after the duel, considering it outside his role as a second to offer causal opinions while the duel was ongoing. But he had heard them and they offered something to consider. These were people who just last night had been comrades in arms, fighting for their lives and yet a single duel had brought to light undeniable tensions. Alfenn was beginning to realise why the Phantom Blade discouraged duelling between its students. The different orders had such differing beliefs that a simple fight was unlikely to fully clear the order. It was something his mostly isolated upbringing hadn't entirely prepared him to anticipate. <br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Maybe it wasn't such a good idea to be involved in this</span> he mused, studying the now abandoned but still lightly scorched field. <span style=""font-style: italic"">At least it was an interesting fight. Rache proved himself to be the more balanced fighter but Kyrissa's tactic was a novel one, if a little reckless. Perhaps there's a way to refine it...</span><br/><br/>His mood brightened slightly, although it was almost imperceptible from the outside, as his mind turned to the more engaging realm of tactics and strategies as he began running through scenarios in his head.</div></blockquote><br/>The tactical thoughts, however, likely wouldn't prepare him for the ambush.<br/><br/>""Alfenn! There you are!"" Spoke a very familiar voice and very familiar arms began to wrap around him. A textbook ambush hug had been initiated by the tallest of the Ayendor sisters, aimed to show her affection for the man but likely would instead be a crushing and contricting bear hug, for Jyn wasn't one to recognise her own strength when embracing friends, especially her new boyfriend, an odd phrase she had not yet got used to. ""I went to go get some food with Vyna, did you see the duel?"" She asked, relenting some pressure. Jyn beamed at her captive Alfenn, adoration and happiness in her eyes as she felt their bodies close. She blushed slightly, lessening the pressure a little more.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Pyrade <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=26164085#p26164085"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Good day Juna. Good day friends, I am Orion, I don't believe we've met.""<br/>Orion said cheerfully as he gave Juna a warm smile and a wave before turning to the other two. Akkina folded her arms again, no longer feeling as if she was around friendly company. <br/>""I was on your shuttle <span style=""font-style: italic"">Kedora</span>. . . But I am Akkina. "" She muttered moodily and picked one of her home tongue's many disparagements to which she was quite partial. The last shreds of her humor evaporated as she fixed Orion with a disdainful glare that caused him to shift uncomfortably.<br/>""Ah, right. Yes, you're also from the same place as Juna aren't you."" Orion said as he refreshed his memory of the odd girl. Akkina simply nodded, plunging an icy dagger into the conversation with Orion. She didn't have any particular grudges against him, nor had she any idea of who he was and where he came from. Akkina found it more practical to keep those who didn't know of her circumstances at a healthy distance, that way they didn't ask too many questions, nor did they pry into the meanings of her tattoos, or her past. Orion however gave her a cheerful smile, slightly uncomfortable under her glare, but unperturbed otherwise.<br/>""Good to meet you again then Akkina.""<br/>He said and proceeded to relay the news.<br/>""Well, just wanted to let you know that Arcander said Miss Cyranis has planned a trip to a temple for those who wish to go-""<br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Great</span>"" Akkina interrupted with a venomous inflection in her voice.<br/>""-and Kyrissa is making a quick recovery thanks to the knight mender's treatment.""<br/>He finished, ignoring Akkina's comment.</div></blockquote><br/>""Temple... Hmmmm."" Wondered Juna, she wondered if it would be worth going or not. She mulled it over, but then reconsidered, and shrugged. ""I'm probably not going to go."" She raised an eyebrow at Akkina, wondering where the sudden iciness came from. Though then again from what she knew of the girl Juna wasn't surprised. They had not talked much, no one talked much to Juna if they could help it. Though Akkina she sensed was for different reasons. More fear or nervous wariness than hatred. Were she of a more malicious disposition she might have exploited that, but she was more inclined to make up for lost time instead. After all she should be worth talking to and getting along with.<br/><br/>She realised she had the opertunity to change the subject now. ""So, Orion. Did you see the duel?"" She asked. ""I'm curious, what was the outcome?"""
10956,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=600,2015-10-06T09:38:00,Atlannia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Alfenn Cortagne</span><br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=26222960#p26222960"">wrote</a>:</cite>The tactical thoughts, however, likely wouldn't prepare him for the ambush. <br/><br/>""Alfenn! There you are!"" Spoke a very familiar voice and very familiar arms began to wrap around him. A textbook ambush hug had been initiated by the tallest of the Ayendor sisters, aimed to show her affection for the man but likely would instead be a crushing and contricting bear hug, for Jyn wasn't one to recognise her own strength when embracing friends, especially her new boyfriend, an odd phrase she had not yet got used to. ""I went to go get some food with Vyna, did you see the duel?"" She asked, relenting some pressure. Jyn beamed at her captive Alfenn, adoration and happiness in her eyes as she felt their bodies close. She blushed slightly, lessening the pressure a little more. </div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Jy-Jyn-GAck!"" exclaimed Alfenn as the breath was squeezed out of him.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">I've been outmanoeuvred!</span>he thought haplessly, taking the opportunity to desperately inhale when Jyn lessened her grip. After recovering at least some of his composure Alfenn straightened and, stretching a little, slipped an arm around her shoulder to return the gesture, feeling his cheeks heat up just a little as he did so.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">I'm... still getting used to this sort of thing I guess.</span>he thought, pulling at the collar of his jacket.<br/><br/>""I was seconding for Rache,"" he reminded Jynna gently. ""So yes I watched it, that's...also why I'm dressed like this,"" he said, awkwardly gesturing at the high collared, gold-lined coat and sword belt he was wearing, his rapier still hanging at his side.<br/><br/>""Rache did quite well,"" he continued. ""Miss Kerembor was injured but it evidently wasn't anything the staff weren't prepared for. Hopefully this will be the end of it. How's the food by the way, I haven't--""<br/><br/>Suddenly Alfenn was interrupted by a low, but insistent rumbling from his own mid-section.<br/><br/>""-Eaten since this morning,"" he finished rather lamely, rubbing his temple with his free hand.<br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lillin Kihari</span><br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-style: italic"">There is blood on the wind... </span></span>The voice, low, metallic and unfocused, emanated not from any person but from a menacing looking scythe. The weapon, sleek, black and almost organic looking in its design, being decorated with a large, staring eye and a twisted, teeth filled mouth, leaned haphazardly against the wall of the darkened room. The blinds had been pulled firmly down to ward out the light fo the sun, for though it was well into the day already someone was still sleeping within it.<br/><br/>Or trying to.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The sun will rise on the back of a dead crow! Bringing portents of doom to all who witness it!</span></span>insisted the scythe, its eye unmoving but somehow appearing alive in the half light.<br/><br/>""GRrmppHHL!!"" Came the muffled response. The second speaker appeared to be inhuman as well, the grumble seeming to issue from a tangled heap of blankets and pillows on top of one of the beds. But finally the pile shifted and tousled, bleary eyed mop of purple hair arose like a sleeping dragon emerging from its lair.<br/><br/>""Pipe down,"" said Lillin Kihari, glaring balefully at her weapon before running a hand from her hair.<br/><br/>""Pomegranates,"" said the scythe, with all of the gravitas and menace it had delivered its earlier lines with.<br/><br/>Lillin sighed and flopped back down, before rolling to the side of the bed and landing on her feet. ""You always get restless when you smell blood,"" she said, padding over to the scythe and slinging ti over her shoulder as she pulled up the blinds to look the window, squinting as the light her bright, purple eyes. ""Maybe that duel I slept through was a little more interesting than I thought it would be?<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">A lizard, devouring its own tail will thusly become a frog. But which pad will it alight to? And where are the insects it must devour?</span></span>intoned the scythe solemnly, eliciting a tired sigh from its owner.<br/><br/>""Alright!"" Lillin grumbled. ""I'll find us something to do so can it already!"" the girl stretched, her athletic frame flexing in the sunlight and she covered her mouth to yawn. ""I get it, I'm bored too."" she said, grinning wickedly.<br/><br/>---<br/><br/>Some thirty minutes later Lillin had made herself decent and exited the hotel in search of something to do, or someone to mess with at least. She had dismissed her weapon to avoid alarming anyone (and also to avoid having to carry him) but she could fell Laughing Dog's presence lingering over her, or at least that was how it felt to her.<br/><br/>""What the hell is a pomegranate anyway?"" she wondered aloud, thoughtfully as she wondered aimlessly through the area, enjoying the warmth of the sunlight on her back."
10957,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=600,2015-10-06T10:30:00,Saleon,"<blockquote><div><cite>Elysian Kentarchy <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=26210857#p26210857"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Ah Kyrissa-san's second. Now that I think of it I never caught your name either. And no not really. Trees like this are a novelty to but me and Kristian-chan here were up in one of them. If you come up with a method of destroying them while being on the tree and living be sure to tell me."" I say this in all honesty. I chuckle inwardly. Maybe I am regressing back into my student days, though if I do maybe that element of her can be brought back.</div></blockquote>Kal put his hands inwardly, grasping at his pants pockets. He had known Rache's name, apparently hadn't given him his. A silly mistake, considering the circumstances. ""It's Kal'kul, though nobody calls me that, try Kal."" he said playfully. His playful reply was to hide the fact he didn't say his last name, which he tried to hide.<br/>he then decided to add a slightly serious remark, it was more a way to bring relief, even if it wasn't needed. A small somber tone: ""you did good in the match. If you haven't heard, kyr seems just fine.""<br/><blockquote><div><cite>Mortelatuzia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=26220750#p26220750"">wrote</a>:</cite>Elysia smiled at Rache's casual explanations, blushing slightly as he complemented her magic. She was awed by the girl's impressive display of telekinesis, but saddened when she learned that the exercise strained her. Concerned over the trauma that Rache mentioned, she gestured for Kristina to take a seat beside her and Aressa. She was about to introduce herself when another figure approached them. She didn't recognize the voice at first but as she turned she recognized the man as the joker from the night before. She nodded at him but silently wished he hadn't shown up so soon after her outburst. In a daze she nervously chuckled at his comment.<br/><br/>""S-Sorry! I just needed something to shoot, you know? I-I love trees, really!"" The girl stated, awkwardly and without volume control. She shook her head and eased herself. It had been a long time since she interacted with a large group of people, not since before the incident. She took a few deep breaths before continuing where she left off.<br/><br/>""Elysia Invorça. Pleasure to truly meet you all."" She stated clearly, cheerfully, and without flaw, as if it was a line in a play that had been rehearsed time and time again for this one moment. ""As to why I'm out here, well..."" She paused for a while, trying to choose words that would make her peers the least concerned. The last thing she wanted was to draw unneeded attention to her woes. ""I needed to... clear my head, you know? Usually I wallow alone, but I guess <span style=""font-style: italic"">someone</span> decided I shouldn't, and now here we are."" She smiled while throwing a teasing glance at her senior. This act of friendliness in truth doubled as a distraction, an attempt to lighten the mood and draw attention away from the words being spoken. This deception, though amateurish, should work like a charm during a casual, unsuspecting conversation. Apparently she had learned something after all.</div></blockquote><br/>Kal had a small kick out of himself when she apologized. It was kind of cute to see her flustered. Kal gave out a small, inaudible giggle. He perked out a smile, which he barely could cover with his hands. Although, what he did not want to embarrass her anymore than what was already present, so he then had to awkwardly hide this smirk. His hands carefully moved in a familiar pattern, neurally repeating a stored process. His fingers coiled backward until two of them began to smoke an invisible cigarette. A perfect disguise.<br/><br/>Afterwards, he found himself being played with - teased. Kal was one to take these taunts with a certain jovial rapport. He had little care to maintain barriers with people, often wishing to burst them open. While he cared about their personal feelings, he was less likely to restrain himself. His response was meant to rattle her, ironically. So he gave out a silly grin as he playfully walked away, saying, ""Sorry, guys, but I seem to have disturbed the girl with the golden hair. I'm sorry for making you uncomfortable."" He meant to walk her into a trap, guilt her into letting him stay. It was a silly joke that she was meant to walk into."
10958,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=600,2015-10-06T11:38:00,Esternial,"<blockquote><div><cite>Atlannia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=26224163#p26224163"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Alfenn Cortagne</span><br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=26222960#p26222960"">wrote</a>:</cite>The tactical thoughts, however, likely wouldn't prepare him for the ambush. <br/><br/>""Alfenn! There you are!"" Spoke a very familiar voice and very familiar arms began to wrap around him. A textbook ambush hug had been initiated by the tallest of the Ayendor sisters, aimed to show her affection for the man but likely would instead be a crushing and contricting bear hug, for Jyn wasn't one to recognise her own strength when embracing friends, especially her new boyfriend, an odd phrase she had not yet got used to. ""I went to go get some food with Vyna, did you see the duel?"" She asked, relenting some pressure. Jyn beamed at her captive Alfenn, adoration and happiness in her eyes as she felt their bodies close. She blushed slightly, lessening the pressure a little more. </div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Jy-Jyn-GAck!"" exclaimed Alfenn as the breath was squeezed out of him. <br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">I've been outmanoeuvred!</span> he thought haplessly, taking the opportunity to desperately inhale when Jyn lessened her grip. After recovering at least some of his composure Alfenn straightened and, stretching a little, slipped an arm around her shoulder to return the gesture, feeling his cheeks heat up just a little as he did so. <br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">I'm... still getting used to this sort of thing I guess.</span> he thought, pulling at the collar of his jacket. <br/><br/>""I was seconding for Rache,"" he reminded Jynna gently. ""So yes I watched it, that's...also why I'm dressed like this,"" he said, awkwardly gesturing at the high collared, gold-lined coat and sword belt he was wearing, his rapier still hanging at his side.<br/><br/>""Rache did quite well,"" he continued. ""Miss Kerembor was injured but it evidently wasn't anything the staff weren't prepared for. Hopefully this will be the end of it. How's the food by the way, I haven't--""<br/><br/>Suddenly Alfenn was interrupted by a low, but insistent rumbling from his own mid-section.<br/><br/>""-Eaten since this morning,"" he finished rather lamely, rubbing his temple with his free hand.<br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lillin Kihari</span><br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-style: italic"">There is blood on the wind... </span></span> The voice, low, metallic and unfocused, emanated not from any person but from a menacing looking scythe. The weapon, sleek, black and almost organic looking in its design, being decorated with a large, staring eye and a twisted, teeth filled mouth, leaned haphazardly against the wall of the darkened room. The blinds had been pulled firmly down to ward out the light fo the sun, for though it was well into the day already someone was still sleeping within it. <br/><br/>Or trying to.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The sun will rise on the back of a dead crow! Bringing portents of doom to all who witness it!</span></span> insisted the scythe, its eye unmoving but somehow appearing alive in the half light. <br/><br/>""GRrmppHHL!!"" Came the muffled response. The second speaker appeared to be inhuman as well, the grumble seeming to issue from a tangled heap of blankets and pillows on top of one of the beds. But finally the pile shifted and tousled, bleary eyed mop of purple hair arose like a sleeping dragon emerging from its lair. <br/><br/>""Pipe down,"" said Lillin Kihari, glaring balefully at her weapon before running a hand from her hair.<br/><br/>""Pomegranates,"" said the scythe, with all of the gravitas and menace it had delivered its earlier lines with. <br/><br/>Lillin sighed and flopped back down, before rolling to the side of the bed and landing on her feet. ""You always get restless when you smell blood,"" she said, padding over to the scythe and slinging ti over her shoulder as she pulled up the blinds to look the window, squinting as the light her bright, purple eyes. ""Maybe that duel I slept through was a little more interesting than I thought it would be?<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">A lizard, devouring its own tail will thusly become a frog. But which pad will it alight to? And where are the insects it must devour?</span></span> intoned the scythe solemnly, eliciting a tired sigh from its owner. <br/><br/>""Alright!"" Lillin grumbled. ""I'll find us something to do so can it already!"" the girl stretched, her athletic frame flexing in the sunlight and she covered her mouth to yawn. ""I get it, I'm bored too."" she said, grinning wickedly.<br/><br/>---<br/><br/>Some thirty minutes later Lillin had made herself decent and exited the hotel in search of something to do, or someone to mess with at least. She had dismissed her weapon to avoid alarming anyone (and also to avoid having to carry him) but she could fell Laughing Dog's presence lingering over her, or at least that was how it felt to her. <br/><br/>""What the hell is a pomegranate anyway?"" she wondered aloud, thoughtfully as she wondered aimlessly through the area, enjoying the warmth of the sunlight on her back.</div></blockquote><br/>Her thoughts everywhere but in the moment, Ritz wandered around. She had stopped dwelling on her training and was now longing for a good book to read in the grass. Briefly her mind travelled back to the encounter in that cave, the image of the dragon skull flashing before her eyes, abruptly pulling her from her daydreams. Ritz shook her head and looked around.<br/><br/>Not many people around here - only one. She seemed to be heading nowhere in particular, just like her.<br/><br/>""Beautiful day, isn't it?"" Ritz said with a warm smile as she approached Lillin. Small talk about the weather probably wasn't a great opener, but to Ritz talking about the weather wasn't particularly small talk. She enjoyed the warmth of the sun and the fresh air, and could probably talk about it for a solid ten minutes, if not more."
10959,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=600,2015-10-06T12:05:00,Atlannia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Esternial <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=26225026#p26225026"">wrote</a>:</cite>Her thoughts everywhere but in the moment, Ritz wandered around. She had stopped dwelling on her training and was now longing for a good book to read in the grass. Briefly her mind travelled back to the encounter in that cave, the image of the dragon skull flashing before her eyes, abruptly pulling her from her daydreams. Ritz shook her head and looked around.<br/><br/>Not many people around here - only one. She seemed to be heading nowhere in particular, just like her. <br/><br/>""Beautiful day, isn't it?"" Ritz said with a warm smile as she approached Lillin. Small talk about the weather probably wasn't a great opener, but to Ritz talking about the weather wasn't particularly small talk. She enjoyed the warmth of the sun and the fresh air, and could probably talk about it for a solid ten minutes, if not more.<br/></div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Huh?"" Said Lillin, before shrugging. ""I 'spose so, I hadn't really thought it much,"" shoving her hands into her pockets, the purple haired girl turned to scope out the newcomer.<br/><br/>An older girl, definitely a student though, and kind of mellow looking. Really mellow looking, what was up with that smile?<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">She doesn't really look like someone I could mess with, she doesn't look like she'd fight me either</span>thought Lillin, eying her conversation partner with half open, sceptical eyes.<span style=""font-style: italic"">This might be a waste of--wait.</span><br/><br/>""You aren't a part of the group that fought those heretics or whatever are you?"" she asked suddenly, now her eyes now studying Ritz intently."
10960,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=600,2015-10-06T12:18:00,Esternial,"<blockquote><div><cite>Atlannia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=26225211#p26225211"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Esternial <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=26225026#p26225026"">wrote</a>:</cite>Her thoughts everywhere but in the moment, Ritz wandered around. She had stopped dwelling on her training and was now longing for a good book to read in the grass. Briefly her mind travelled back to the encounter in that cave, the image of the dragon skull flashing before her eyes, abruptly pulling her from her daydreams. Ritz shook her head and looked around.<br/><br/>Not many people around here - only one. She seemed to be heading nowhere in particular, just like her. <br/><br/>""Beautiful day, isn't it?"" Ritz said with a warm smile as she approached Lillin. Small talk about the weather probably wasn't a great opener, but to Ritz talking about the weather wasn't particularly small talk. She enjoyed the warmth of the sun and the fresh air, and could probably talk about it for a solid ten minutes, if not more.<br/></div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Huh?"" Said Lillin, before shrugging. ""I 'spose so, I hadn't really thought it much,"" shoving her hands into her pockets, the purple haired girl turned to scope out the newcomer. <br/><br/>An older girl, definitely a student though, and kind of mellow looking. Really mellow looking, what was up with that smile?<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">She doesn't really look like someone I could mess with, she doesn't look like she'd fight me either</span> thought Lillin, eying her conversation partner with half open, sceptical eyes. <span style=""font-style: italic"">This might be a waste of--wait.</span><br/><br/>""You aren't a part of the group that fought those heretics or whatever are you?"" she asked suddenly, now her eyes now studying Ritz intently.</div></blockquote><br/>The girl in front of her seemed nice enough at first glance, but as soon as she spoke something seemed off. Ritz felt an odd sensation travel through her body, intensifying as the girl posed on very direct question. Where did she hear about that?<br/><br/>Maintaining a soft smile, despite her suspicions, Ritz nodded. ""Yes I am. Ritz...""<br/><br/>Lingering, Ritz stopped on an open sentence. She tried not to use her last name during first introductions.<br/><br/>""Umm...pleased to meet you, Miss..?"" She added after a pause."
10961,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=600,2015-10-06T12:53:00,Atlannia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Esternial <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=26225303#p26225303"">wrote</a>:</cite>The girl in front of her seemed nice enough at first glance, but as soon as she spoke something seemed off. Ritz felt an odd sensation travel through her body, intensifying as the girl posed on very direct question. Where did she hear about that?<br/><br/>Maintaining a soft smile, despite her suspicions, Ritz nodded. ""Yes I am. Ritz..."" <br/><br/>Lingering, Ritz stopped on an open sentence. She tried not to use her last name during first introductions. <br/><br/>""Umm...pleased to meet you, Miss..?"" She added after a pause.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Lillin,"" she replied, smiling as well, although Lillin's lacked the warmth Ritz' own smile had held.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Well if you're not going to share your family name I'm certainly not going to give mine out, that could be kind of a hassle anyway.</span><br/><br/>""RItz,"" she said, circling around the other girl at a slow pace to lean against a nearby tree. ""You look surprised but rumours have been flying like crazy all night. You're class ran into a horde of dragon worshippers trying to resurrect the skeleton of one. That cute white haired aspirant took on like thirty guys at once and then carried his girlfriend out in his arms. Their leader was a half giant woman with the strength of twelve knights who wield and enormous great sword,"" Lillin laughed, a wry sound that died out a little too quickly.<br/><br/>""I'm sure a hefty amount of exaggeration is going on, real life tends not be that dramatic even when people are dying. But it's still the most interesting thing to happen since I arrived at this school by a pretty wide margin."""
10962,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=600,2015-10-06T13:40:00,Esternial,"<blockquote><div><cite>Atlannia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=26225611#p26225611"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Esternial <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=26225303#p26225303"">wrote</a>:</cite>The girl in front of her seemed nice enough at first glance, but as soon as she spoke something seemed off. Ritz felt an odd sensation travel through her body, intensifying as the girl posed on very direct question. Where did she hear about that?<br/><br/>Maintaining a soft smile, despite her suspicions, Ritz nodded. ""Yes I am. Ritz..."" <br/><br/>Lingering, Ritz stopped on an open sentence. She tried not to use her last name during first introductions. <br/><br/>""Umm...pleased to meet you, Miss..?"" She added after a pause.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Lillin,"" she replied, smiling as well, although Lillin's lacked the warmth Ritz' own smile had held. <br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Well if you're not going to share your family name I'm certainly not going to give mine out, that could be kind of a hassle anyway.</span> <br/><br/>""RItz,"" she said, circling around the other girl at a slow pace to lean against a nearby tree. ""You look surprised but rumours have been flying like crazy all night. You're class ran into a horde of dragon worshippers trying to resurrect the skeleton of one. That cute white haired aspirant took on like thirty guys at once and then carried his girlfriend out in his arms. Their leader was a half giant woman with the strength of twelve knights who wield and enormous great sword,"" Lillin laughed, a wry sound that died out a little too quickly. <br/><br/>""I'm sure a hefty amount of exaggeration is going on, real life tends not be that dramatic even when people are dying. But it's still the most interesting thing to happen since I arrived at this school by a pretty wide margin.""</div></blockquote><br/>More on instinct than consciously, Ritz edged back a bit, trying to create more distance between her and the strange girl before her, circling around her. She felt like she was being circled by a wolf, ready to pounce.<br/><br/>""Didn't quite happen like that."" She replied calmly, still radiating the same warmth as before, undaunted before the odd girl."
10963,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=625,2015-10-07T05:23:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Atlannia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=26224163#p26224163"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Alfenn Cortagne</span><br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=26222960#p26222960"">wrote</a>:</cite>The tactical thoughts, however, likely wouldn't prepare him for the ambush. <br/><br/>""Alfenn! There you are!"" Spoke a very familiar voice and very familiar arms began to wrap around him. A textbook ambush hug had been initiated by the tallest of the Ayendor sisters, aimed to show her affection for the man but likely would instead be a crushing and contricting bear hug, for Jyn wasn't one to recognise her own strength when embracing friends, especially her new boyfriend, an odd phrase she had not yet got used to. ""I went to go get some food with Vyna, did you see the duel?"" She asked, relenting some pressure. Jyn beamed at her captive Alfenn, adoration and happiness in her eyes as she felt their bodies close. She blushed slightly, lessening the pressure a little more. </div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Jy-Jyn-GAck!"" exclaimed Alfenn as the breath was squeezed out of him. <br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">I've been outmanoeuvred!</span> he thought haplessly, taking the opportunity to desperately inhale when Jyn lessened her grip. After recovering at least some of his composure Alfenn straightened and, stretching a little, slipped an arm around her shoulder to return the gesture, feeling his cheeks heat up just a little as he did so. <br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">I'm... still getting used to this sort of thing I guess.</span> he thought, pulling at the collar of his jacket. <br/><br/>""I was seconding for Rache,"" he reminded Jynna gently. ""So yes I watched it, that's...also why I'm dressed like this,"" he said, awkwardly gesturing at the high collared, gold-lined coat and sword belt he was wearing, his rapier still hanging at his side.<br/><br/>""Rache did quite well,"" he continued. ""Miss Kerembor was injured but it evidently wasn't anything the staff weren't prepared for. Hopefully this will be the end of it. How's the food by the way, I haven't--""<br/><br/>Suddenly Alfenn was interrupted by a low, but insistent rumbling from his own mid-section.<br/><br/>""-Eaten since this morning,"" he finished rather lamely, rubbing his temple with his free hand.<br/></div></blockquote><br/>Jyn sighed. ""Yeah... I mean that's what happens after duels. People get hurt. Vyna knows that more than anyone,.."" She sighed, letting go of Alfenn to put a hand to her head. ""She... would have come. It's just she's had some... news. We all have."" She didn't elaborate any further. Then she smiled once more. ""I'm hoping this will be the end of it too. You see one duel turn into a fued.... well you aren't wishing for a repeat of that. Especially not with people so darn close.""<br/><br/>Then she smiled. ""Come on. We can go talk to Jon."" She took his hand. ""He bagged some leftovers from our meal if you want them. Or we could always go eat ourselves... Like a date..."""
10964,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=625,2015-10-07T20:30:00,Mortelatuzia,"Elysia attentively watched the black haired student as he introduced himself and made the slightest of reactions at her nonsensical blabber. She smiled at this, though she knew he was laughing at her, it put her at ease to know that she helped his good mood. Though his red eyes and shadowy hair reminded her of the past, she tried to shake off as much as she could.<span style=""font-style: italic"">'It's not him. He's not here. You don't have to worry so much.'</span>Her heavy heart weighed her down and unconsciously she made a quiet but deep sigh.<br/><br/>When she heard his feet turn on the forest floor she instinctively looked up and threw her hand forward, as if to grab him even though he was too far away. ""Wait! Please stay..."" She yelled, assuming that he sensed her less then jovial reaction at his original approach. In actually, it was a rerun of what had happened not too long ago...<br/><br/>But by firmly grasping her head with her hands she averted delving into that painful memory. However, a couple tears rolled down her face that she couldn't hold back. For a moment she was ready to break, but she coughed and wiped her face beaming a fake smile to not concern her company. ""S-Sorry... I have nothing against you... you just remind me of... my brother..."" She lightly chuckled at herself, her face still red from the sudden uproar of emotion. ""So... I guess you all can see why I tend to run away from things, huh? Sorry for concerning you, I'm fine...really..."""
10965,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=625,2015-10-08T01:02:00,Pyrade,"<blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=26222960#p26222960"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Temple... Hmmmm."" Wondered Juna, she wondered if it would be worth going or not. She mulled it over, but then reconsidered, and shrugged. ""I'm probably not going to go."" She raised an eyebrow at Akkina, wondering where the sudden iciness came from. Though then again from what she knew of the girl Juna wasn't surprised. They had not talked much, no one talked much to Juna if they could help it. Though Akkina she sensed was for different reasons. More fear or nervous wariness than hatred. Were she of a more malicious disposition she might have exploited that, but she was more inclined to make up for lost time instead. After all she should be worth talking to and getting along with. <br/><br/>She realised she had the opertunity to change the subject now. ""So, Orion. Did you see the duel?"" She asked. ""I'm curious, what was the outcome?""</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Orion &amp; Akkina</span><br/>""Ah well, that's a pity. It's going to be a fun trip, although Arcander's fretting over us finding another bunch of dragon worshippers."" Orion replied with a chuckle. He had been hoping someone else might have opted to go with, and Juna had struck him as someone who might have been interested in the temple, but perhaps she had already seen far too many. When the question regarding the duel was brought up he sighed regretfully,<br/>""Well, Rache managed to secure a victory . . . I am not entirely sure what happened. He somehow avoided the inferno she created and struck a blow which drew first blood.""<br/>He stated, sounding rather unhappy with the results of the duel, not that he had been particularly in favour of the duel in the first place.<br/>""She spent all her flames too soon and in one go . . . "" Akkina muttered softly, continuing to mutter something about fire requiring more tact or some such."
10966,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=625,2015-10-08T12:31:00,Atlannia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Esternial <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=26226072#p26226072"">wrote</a>:</cite>More on instinct than consciously, Ritz edged back a bit, trying to create more distance between her and the strange girl before her, circling around her. She felt like she was being circled by a wolf, ready to pounce.<br/><br/>""Didn't quite happen like that."" She replied calmly, still radiating the same warmth as before, undaunted before the odd girl.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Lillin laughed again, placing her arms behind her head to cushion them and looking at Ritz through half closed eyes. ""Well that's how it always is right? It's never as glamorous or... dignified as it is in the stories is it?"" Lillin covered her mouth to yawn. ""But It's always an eye opener. Or I guess what I mean is that it changes the way the you see things. Know what I'm talking about?""<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=26232482#p26232482"">wrote</a>:</cite>Jyn sighed. ""Yeah... I mean that's what happens after duels. People get hurt. Vyna knows that more than anyone,.."" She sighed, letting go of Alfenn to put a hand to her head. ""She... would have come. It's just she's had some... news. We all have."" She didn't elaborate any further. Then she smiled once more. ""I'm hoping this will be the end of it too. You see one duel turn into a fued.... well you aren't wishing for a repeat of that. Especially not with people so darn close."" <br/><br/>Then she smiled. ""Come on. We can go talk to Jon."" She took his hand. ""He bagged some leftovers from our meal if you want them. Or we could always go eat ourselves... Like a date...""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""I'd like that,"" smiled Alfenn, allowing himself to be lead by the hand. ""To be alone with you that is... Not that I dislike your brother's company but if I had to choose between going on a date with you and spending time with Jon well..."" Alfenn trailed off, running a hand through his dark hair."
10967,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=625,2015-10-10T17:05:00,Esternial,"<blockquote><div><cite>Atlannia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=26244835#p26244835"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Esternial <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=26226072#p26226072"">wrote</a>:</cite>More on instinct than consciously, Ritz edged back a bit, trying to create more distance between her and the strange girl before her, circling around her. She felt like she was being circled by a wolf, ready to pounce.<br/><br/>""Didn't quite happen like that."" She replied calmly, still radiating the same warmth as before, undaunted before the odd girl.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Lillin laughed again, placing her arms behind her head to cushion them and looking at Ritz through half closed eyes. ""Well that's how it always is right? It's never as glamorous or... dignified as it is in the stories is it?"" Lillin covered her mouth to yawn. ""But It's always an eye opener. Or I guess what I mean is that it changes the way the you see things. Know what I'm talking about?""<br/></div></blockquote><br/>The girl in front of her was definitely an odd one.<br/><br/>""Not...really."" Ritz replied, her eyes narrowing as she looked at Lillin. She couldn't help but shake her suspicion, rid herself of that odd sensation. Something was telling her that this strange girl in front of her was about to attack her, whether it was actual intent or merely an air of intimidation she was trying to project onto others.<br/><br/>""Who are you?"""
10968,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=625,2015-10-11T10:03:00,Atlannia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Esternial <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=26268457#p26268457"">wrote</a>:</cite>The girl in front of her was definitely an odd one.<br/><br/>""Not...really."" Ritz replied, her eyes narrowing as she looked at Lillin. She couldn't help but shake her suspicion, rid herself of that odd sensation. Something was telling her that this strange girl in front of her was about to attack her, whether it was actual intent or merely an air of intimidation she was trying to project onto others.<br/><br/>""Who are you?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Hmm? I already told you my name, and I'm a student here like you,"" replied Lillin, still smiling slyly. ""Or do you want a more formal introduction,? My clan is the Kihari, of the order of the Emerald Serpent. I don't know if any of that means much to you though,"" said Lillin, pushing herself off of the tree trunk and offering a mock curtsey with the tails of her jacket.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">This is turning out to be more interesting then I would have thought</span>mused Lillin, straightening up and studying Ritz again for a few, silent moments. ""Do you want to spar a couple of rounds with me?"" she asked suddenly, brushing a strand of purple hair out of her eyes that had fallen out of place. ""I'm bored and I'm curious to see how you fight."""
10969,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=625,2015-10-11T11:08:00,Esternial,"<blockquote><div><cite>Atlannia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=26274957#p26274957"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Esternial <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=26268457#p26268457"">wrote</a>:</cite>The girl in front of her was definitely an odd one.<br/><br/>""Not...really."" Ritz replied, her eyes narrowing as she looked at Lillin. She couldn't help but shake her suspicion, rid herself of that odd sensation. Something was telling her that this strange girl in front of her was about to attack her, whether it was actual intent or merely an air of intimidation she was trying to project onto others.<br/><br/>""Who are you?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Hmm? I already told you my name, and I'm a student here like you,"" replied Lillin, still smiling slyly. ""Or do you want a more formal introduction,? My clan is the Kihari, of the order of the Emerald Serpent. I don't know if any of that means much to you though,"" said Lillin, pushing herself off of the tree trunk and offering a mock curtsey with the tails of her jacket. <br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">This is turning out to be more interesting then I would have thought</span> mused Lillin, straightening up and studying Ritz again for a few, silent moments. ""Do you want to spar a couple of rounds with me?"" she asked suddenly, brushing a strand of purple hair out of her eyes that had fallen out of place. ""I'm bored and I'm curious to see how you fight.""</div></blockquote><br/>Rhe order of the Emerald Serpent. It meant enough to Ritz to justify her caution. The name popped up in several of her books, and she had gotten a rough image of the Order's bloody history. Lillin's offer came as no surprise - Ritz felt the girl's urge for combat the moment they met. It was so pronounced that Ritz could fell her own body respond to it, her heartbeat slightly increasing and tension building up in her muscles. Purely on instinct, her body began to draw onto the energy around her, passively collecting energy inside her body.<br/><br/>""I figured you would ask that."" Ritz muttered under her breath, her eyes fixed on Lillin.<br/><br/>""Okey, then."" She answered, loud enough for Lillin to hear. ""But first, it would be impolite not to respond in kind. I am from House Bathys, of the Phantom Blade. I don't know if that means anything to you either.""<br/><br/>""Will we need armour for this, or had you just planned a modest sparring match?"""
10970,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=625,2015-10-11T11:24:00,Atlannia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Esternial <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=26275472#p26275472"">wrote</a>:</cite>Rhe order of the Emerald Serpent. It meant enough to Ritz to justify her caution. The name popped up in several of her books, and she had gotten a rough image of the Order's bloody history. Lillin's offer came as no surprise - Ritz felt the girl's urge for combat the moment they met. It was so pronounced that Ritz could fell her own body respond to it, her heartbeat slightly increasing and tension building up in her muscles. Purely on instinct, her body began to draw onto the energy around her, passively collecting energy inside her body.<br/><br/>""I figured you would ask that."" Ritz muttered under her breath, her eyes fixed on Lillin. <br/><br/>""Okey, then."" She answered, loud enough for Lillin to hear. ""But first, it would be impolite not to respond in kind. I am from House Bathys, of the Phantom Blade. I don't know if that means anything to you either.""<br/><br/>""Will we need armour for this, or had you just planned a modest sparring match?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""It doesn't,"" said Lillin simply in reference Ritz' family name. ""But I'm not very good with names so don't take it the wrong way,"" she said, her posture changing to reflect a restlessness or eagerness as her smile widened.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">I can't believe the first person I met after leaving my room agreed to fight me! Maybe I've been underestimating this place and the people here...</span><br/><br/>""We can fight any way you want."" she answered Ritz, rolling her shoulders to loosen them up. ""I extended the challenge after all so it's fair to let you decide the nature of our engagement. Although it would be convenient for me if we went for full arms and armour, my weapon is the sort that gets restless if he isn't taken out for walks regularly and this little vacation has been<span style=""font-style: italic"">far</span>too dull for his tastes."" Lillin laughed again quite suddenly. ""Mine too I suppose, we're quite similar in that regard."""
10971,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=625,2015-10-11T11:51:00,Esternial,"<blockquote><div><cite>Atlannia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=26275636#p26275636"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Esternial <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=26275472#p26275472"">wrote</a>:</cite>Rhe order of the Emerald Serpent. It meant enough to Ritz to justify her caution. The name popped up in several of her books, and she had gotten a rough image of the Order's bloody history. Lillin's offer came as no surprise - Ritz felt the girl's urge for combat the moment they met. It was so pronounced that Ritz could fell her own body respond to it, her heartbeat slightly increasing and tension building up in her muscles. Purely on instinct, her body began to draw onto the energy around her, passively collecting energy inside her body.<br/><br/>""I figured you would ask that."" Ritz muttered under her breath, her eyes fixed on Lillin. <br/><br/>""Okey, then."" She answered, loud enough for Lillin to hear. ""But first, it would be impolite not to respond in kind. I am from House Bathys, of the Phantom Blade. I don't know if that means anything to you either.""<br/><br/>""Will we need armour for this, or had you just planned a modest sparring match?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""It doesn't,"" said Lillin simply in reference Ritz' family name. ""But I'm not very good with names so don't take it the wrong way,"" she said, her posture changing to reflect a restlessness or eagerness as her smile widened.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">I can't believe the first person I met after leaving my room agreed to fight me! Maybe I've been underestimating this place and the people here...</span><br/><br/> ""We can fight any way you want."" she answered Ritz, rolling her shoulders to loosen them up. ""I extended the challenge after all so it's fair to let you decide the nature of our engagement. Although it would be convenient for me if we went for full arms and armour, my weapon is the sort that gets restless if he isn't taken out for walks regularly and this little vacation has been <span style=""font-style: italic"">far</span> too dull for his tastes."" Lillin laughed again quite suddenly. ""Mine too I suppose, we're quite similar in that regard.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Full arms and armour it is."" Ritz stated calmly, armour materializing around her from thin air. She preferred not to wear the jet black armour if she could manage it, but Lillin seemed a little too eager for Ritz to take on without proper protection. Her right hand pulled out Esper from hyperspace storage, and with it emerged two metallic funnels that immediately took position on either side of their owner, quietly hovering in place.<br/><br/>Someone like Lillin would no doubt be well-versed in combat, Ritz could only expect her opponent to exceed her own abilities with a weapon, especially if she owns a weapon with an AI. They don't tend to shell those out for just anyone. While waiting for Lillin, Ritz tapped into the energy around her and used her funnels to siphon more and more energy into her expanding network, threads of pure energy, invisible to the naked eye. The aura around Lillin was more pronounced than before, now that Ritz truly began to focus onto it. This girl was thirsting for combat."
10972,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=625,2015-10-11T12:14:00,Atlannia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Esternial <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=26275888#p26275888"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Full arms and armour it is."" Ritz stated calmly, armour materializing around her from thin air. She preferred not to wear the jet black armour if she could manage it, but Lillin seemed a little too eager for Ritz to take on without proper protection. Her right hand pulled out Esper from hyperspace storage, and with it emerged two metallic funnels that immediately took position on either side of their owner, quietly hovering in place. <br/><br/>Someone like Lillin would no doubt be well-versed in combat, Ritz could only expect her opponent to exceed her own abilities with a weapon, especially if she owns a weapon with an AI. They don't tend to shell those out for just anyone. While waiting for Lillin, Ritz tapped into the energy around her and used her funnels to siphon more and more energy into her expanding network, threads of pure energy, invisible to the naked eye. The aura around Lillin was more pronounced than before, now that Ritz truly began to focus onto it. This girl was thirsting for combat.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Delightful,"" said Lillin, studying her opponent even as her own armour appeared to cover her. H<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">What an odd looking sword, not that I'm in a position to call out unusual weapons, I wonder what the purpose of those cone looking things are? They don’t look very sharp, is it possible they project energy somehow? I can't find out.</span><br/><br/>Holding out her right arm with a grasping motion Lillin called her weapon's name ""Laughing Dog!"" in a confident tone. Instantly the sleek, black scythe appeared in her outstretched hand, it's teeth like markings curved into a wicked grin, it's red power lights glowing softly.<br/><br/>""Well now you know his name,"" said Lillin, gesturing with the hand that held the scythe. ""And he doesn't really talk much so we'll leave the introduction at that I think,""<br/><br/>The scythe, it's ornamental eye seeming to follow Ritz despite not moving let out a low noise somewhere between a laugh and a heavy breath.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">We... fight?</span></span>the weapons asked its' wielder, Lillin's expression was now hidden behind her helmet but from her tone it was plain she was still amused.<br/><br/>""That's right,"" she said, comfortably twirling Laughing Dog into a ready two handed grip, his wickedly curved blade held near the ground ready to slash upwards at her opponent. ""Are you ready?"" she called to Ritz, her posture relaxed but easily balanced."
10973,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=625,2015-10-12T13:54:00,Saleon,"<blockquote><div><cite>Mortelatuzia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=26240228#p26240228"">wrote</a>:</cite>Elysia attentively watched the black haired student as he introduced himself and made the slightest of reactions at her nonsensical blabber. She smiled at this, though she knew he was laughing at her, it put her at ease to know that she helped his good mood. Though his red eyes and shadowy hair reminded her of the past, she tried to shake off as much as she could. <span style=""font-style: italic"">'It's not him. He's not here. You don't have to worry so much.'</span> Her heavy heart weighed her down and unconsciously she made a quiet but deep sigh.<br/><br/>When she heard his feet turn on the forest floor she instinctively looked up and threw her hand forward, as if to grab him even though he was too far away. ""Wait! Please stay..."" She yelled, assuming that he sensed her less then jovial reaction at his original approach. In actually, it was a rerun of what had happened not too long ago...<br/><br/>But by firmly grasping her head with her hands she averted delving into that painful memory. However, a couple tears rolled down her face that she couldn't hold back. For a moment she was ready to break, but she coughed and wiped her face beaming a fake smile to not concern her company. ""S-Sorry... I have nothing against you... you just remind me of... my brother..."" She lightly chuckled at herself, her face still red from the sudden uproar of emotion. ""So... I guess you all can see why I tend to run away from things, huh? Sorry for concerning you, I'm fine...really...""</div></blockquote>Kal heard the voice call him back. It sounded odd in his ears, as if it didn’t have as sturdy a tone. He hadn’t realized what was wrong until he turned over fully. Her words continued, sounding much worse than before. She had cracked. Some terrible history, which left a sour note, had come back to her. He had un-provokingly torn open an old wound.<br/><br/>“You just remind me of… my brother…” she croaked, barely holding in her depression.<br/><br/>How’d he end up causing this?<br/><br/>He knew it wasn’t a good memory. Of her brother, that is. It seemed like the kind of bitterness that made it hard to be social again. It seemed perfectly understandable why she was so afraid, as if it was obvious to grasp the whole message. Kal had a bad pucker in his lips. There was no way he could have known this would happen, but he still felt solely responsible. It played with his heartstrings.<br/><br/>“I’m sorry,” kal consoled, “it was a bad joke…” He felt like adding more, but didn’t know if she should. She clearly meant to hide it. Would she feel worse if Kal talked about it? He soon felt that it would probably upset her more."
10974,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=625,2015-10-13T08:46:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Atlannia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=26244835#p26244835"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Esternial <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=26226072#p26226072"">wrote</a>:</cite>More on instinct than consciously, Ritz edged back a bit, trying to create more distance between her and the strange girl before her, circling around her. She felt like she was being circled by a wolf, ready to pounce.<br/><br/>""Didn't quite happen like that."" She replied calmly, still radiating the same warmth as before, undaunted before the odd girl.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Lillin laughed again, placing her arms behind her head to cushion them and looking at Ritz through half closed eyes. ""Well that's how it always is right? It's never as glamorous or... dignified as it is in the stories is it?"" Lillin covered her mouth to yawn. ""But It's always an eye opener. Or I guess what I mean is that it changes the way the you see things. Know what I'm talking about?""<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=26232482#p26232482"">wrote</a>:</cite>Jyn sighed. ""Yeah... I mean that's what happens after duels. People get hurt. Vyna knows that more than anyone,.."" She sighed, letting go of Alfenn to put a hand to her head. ""She... would have come. It's just she's had some... news. We all have."" She didn't elaborate any further. Then she smiled once more. ""I'm hoping this will be the end of it too. You see one duel turn into a fued.... well you aren't wishing for a repeat of that. Especially not with people so darn close."" <br/><br/>Then she smiled. ""Come on. We can go talk to Jon."" She took his hand. ""He bagged some leftovers from our meal if you want them. Or we could always go eat ourselves... Like a date...""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""I'd like that,"" smiled Alfenn, allowing himself to be lead by the hand. ""To be alone with you that is... Not that I dislike your brother's company but if I had to choose between going on a date with you and spending time with Jon well..."" Alfenn trailed off, running a hand through his dark hair.</div></blockquote><br/>She smiled, and then quickly dragged him towards the place where she had gotten lunch with her sister. ""I think youre right. Plus we haven't had a proper date at all, unless you include fighting heretics."" She remarked faciously. Then She sat him down. ""They'll bring us food soon."""
10975,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=625,2015-10-13T20:20:00,Mortelatuzia,"Elysia smiled at Kal, hearing the genuine concern in his voice. Though she hated to break in front of people, she was glad that her peers were concerned for her. It was soothing to know that perhaps she could learn to have friends again. ""It's okay. Really. It's not your fault."" She paused for a moment, thinking to herself whether or not to give away her information.<br/><br/>She took a slow glance at the people around her. Her senior who came out all this way to see what was wrong, a boy who very clearly cares for his partner, a girl who is quiet but generally non-confrontational, and a man who seemed to be disappointed that he accidentally caused this incident. She smiled at her company, perhaps she could in fact trust again. Trust, an idea she had not known for what seemed like an eternity. All the trust she ever had for seventeen years had been destroyed in a matter of weeks. But she saw that it was not something she could live without, as much as she would like to not be betrayed again.<br/><br/>""Trust."" Elysia murmured, caught up in her own thoughts and unaware of her surrondings. She brushed her hair aside in embarrassment and chuckled lightly at herself. She straightened herself out and spoke her mind clearly, making eye contract with those around her. ""I guess everyone deserves some sort of explanation, huh? It's been a year, I should be strong enough to deal with it now, but I guess I've held it in for too long, huh?"""
10976,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=625,2015-10-15T13:36:00,Serah,"I woke up after quite some time.<br/>It even felt like I somehow hibernated, and as such, I felt groggy as hell, like I had the worst hangover of my life, which I really wouldn't know about since I never actually gotten drunk.<br/><br/>""Hylt va... Ley hy dret mu'il... Hy'et.""<br/>(Hello... How long was I gone for... Ah fuck.)<br/><br/>I remembered that I was on this sort of excursion the school had planned, I was originally with my group but got separated eventually.<br/>I think the name was A-23.<br/>Something to that effect probably.<br/><br/>""So tired..."" I groggily stood up and the sheets just came down on the ground, leaving me entirely naked.<br/>""Ah? Yeah, I should get those clothes on, probably. Yeah."" I hastily put them on before anyone saw me in this state, not that it actually bothered me in the slightest to be seen like that.<br/><br/>Right afterwards, I started doing my early morning push ups and trap making, in case someone wanted to be trapped so early after I woke up.<br/>Which I wouldn't mind, I would have fun with them.<br/>I always had fun seeing the weird expressions people would do when tied up in the air in that fashion.<br/>It was one of my guilty pleasures I thought.<br/><br/>Then after I was done making my traps, I started my sit ups, after I started to break a sweat, I sat back up and wandered around the place.<br/>I briefly wondered where everyone had gone to, but I quickly remembered also that I didn't even socialize with them one bit.<br/>So I wandered aimlessly."
10977,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=625,2015-10-16T16:19:00,Esternial,"<blockquote><div><cite>Atlannia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=26276084#p26276084"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Esternial <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=26275888#p26275888"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Full arms and armour it is."" Ritz stated calmly, armour materializing around her from thin air. She preferred not to wear the jet black armour if she could manage it, but Lillin seemed a little too eager for Ritz to take on without proper protection. Her right hand pulled out Esper from hyperspace storage, and with it emerged two metallic funnels that immediately took position on either side of their owner, quietly hovering in place. <br/><br/>Someone like Lillin would no doubt be well-versed in combat, Ritz could only expect her opponent to exceed her own abilities with a weapon, especially if she owns a weapon with an AI. They don't tend to shell those out for just anyone. While waiting for Lillin, Ritz tapped into the energy around her and used her funnels to siphon more and more energy into her expanding network, threads of pure energy, invisible to the naked eye. The aura around Lillin was more pronounced than before, now that Ritz truly began to focus onto it. This girl was thirsting for combat.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Delightful,"" said Lillin, studying her opponent even as her own armour appeared to cover her. H<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">What an odd looking sword, not that I'm in a position to call out unusual weapons, I wonder what the purpose of those cone looking things are? They don’t look very sharp, is it possible they project energy somehow? I can't find out.</span><br/><br/>Holding out her right arm with a grasping motion Lillin called her weapon's name ""Laughing Dog!"" in a confident tone. Instantly the sleek, black scythe appeared in her outstretched hand, it's teeth like markings curved into a wicked grin, it's red power lights glowing softly. <br/><br/>""Well now you know his name,"" said Lillin, gesturing with the hand that held the scythe. ""And he doesn't really talk much so we'll leave the introduction at that I think,"" <br/><br/>The scythe, it's ornamental eye seeming to follow Ritz despite not moving let out a low noise somewhere between a laugh and a heavy breath. <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">We... fight?</span></span> the weapons asked its' wielder, Lillin's expression was now hidden behind her helmet but from her tone it was plain she was still amused. <br/><br/>""That's right,"" she said, comfortably twirling Laughing Dog into a ready two handed grip, his wickedly curved blade held near the ground ready to slash upwards at her opponent. ""Are you ready?"" she called to Ritz, her posture relaxed but easily balanced.</div></blockquote><br/>Ritz took a deep breath, soaking in the aura. Her muscles relaxed and her mind focused on the task at hand as she assumed her stance, positioning her body sideways towards Lillin, head held up high and eyes cast towards the skies.<br/><br/>""I'm ready."" She said calmly, holding her weapon at her side and lifting her other arm towards her opponent, hand stretched out towards her as if it were a blade on its own. The funnels circled around her, like two satellites orbiting a stellar body, held in the pull of the core of pure energy she collected deep inside her heart.<br/><br/>She would let her opponent make the first move. Ritz always did. The first move of her opponent always allowed her to judge their intent, and she excelled at reading people's emotions, emotions that translated into action."
10978,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=625,2015-10-16T17:10:00,Saleon,"<blockquote><div><cite>Mortelatuzia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=26303186#p26303186"">wrote</a>:</cite>Elysia smiled at Kal, hearing the genuine concern in his voice. Though she hated to break in front of people, she was glad that her peers were concerned for her. It was soothing to know that perhaps she could learn to have friends again. ""It's okay. Really. It's not your fault."" She paused for a moment, thinking to herself whether or not to give away her information.<br/><br/>She took a slow glance at the people around her. Her senior who came out all this way to see what was wrong, a boy who very clearly cares for his partner, a girl who is quiet but generally non-confrontational, and a man who seemed to be disappointed that he accidentally caused this incident. She smiled at her company, perhaps she could in fact trust again. Trust, an idea she had not known for what seemed like an eternity. All the trust she ever had for seventeen years had been destroyed in a matter of weeks. But she saw that it was not something she could live without, as much as she would like to not be betrayed again.<br/><br/>""Trust."" Elysia murmured, caught up in her own thoughts and unaware of her surroundings. She brushed her hair aside in embarrassment and chuckled lightly at herself. She straightened herself out and spoke her mind clearly, making eye contract with those around her. ""I guess everyone deserves some sort of explanation, huh? It's been a year, I should be strong enough to deal with it now, but I guess I've held it in for too long, huh?""</div></blockquote>Kal had a small relief in hearing her words. He rather enjoyed the sincerity, as he did genuine feelings in general. He perked up slightly. His face tore up to see her stubbed response. ""it's okay. really. It's not your fault,"" she muttered. It may be considered obvious to some, but it had a bolstering effect to Kal.<br/><br/>Soon she seemed to wander into thought. She took a conscious effort to move past the past. Just like Kal's own past. Maybe that bitter history connected them in some regard. He couldn't help showing concern. Seeing a girl suffering with the past almost seemed like a reflection on himself. A mirror can be cruel, by and large. She seemingly reminded him to let go, rather than starve to hold on. He couldn't be scared, though. How would he even meet his parents? could he? They would not be able to look at him. They would shun him, maybe even indict him. He'd be brought to the tribunal, read his crimes, forced to recant his travesties and return to the Ashtanaran Code. He hid his tears, but scars like that rang far. At least he could see hope in himself, through this girl.<br/><br/>She muttered an odd line. contrite, like a word. It was difficult to grasp, but it had a gravity to it. She then felt a guilt inside her. She could feel as if this outburst necessitated affording forgiveness. ""I guess everyone deserves an explanation, huh?"" she said. It was painful to bring it up. In his own experience, talking about it was terribly difficult. ""We don't need to know your past,"" he chided softly, ""It is important to talk when you are ready, not feel as if you are forced to. Either way, I will look at you no different."" That was a selfish thing of him. He didn't mean it. She probably did want to say it, but the option was to remind him that it was 'ok' to hide his own story from everyone."
10979,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=625,2015-10-17T12:55:00,Mortelatuzia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #FFBF00"">Elysia</span></span></span>felt relieved when the man reassured her of her fears. Though she did not want to simply give up at the mere mention, she felt happy even somewhat flustered that he cared for her emotional state. With that feeling also came the shame that she had judged him to be like the brother that abandoned her. Although, as she pondered about it, perhaps she had misjudged all of them. No one was quite as bad as she believed, but the turmoil of those few weeks sank all of her emotions and opinions. And of all those people who left her, at least he had said goodbye. She brightened slightly at this thought, even through the dark past that lingered around her.<span style=""font-style: italic"">The only way to break darkness is to introduce light.</span><br/><br/>""Thank you, Kal."" She said softly before realizing her mistake and quickly covering her mouth. ""I-I'm sorry, I didn't mean to be rude Mister...um..."" She blanked for a moment before realizing that the dark-haired man had never actually given his last name. She sighed in relief that her rudeness by calling him by his first name was more a misunderstanding than anything. She composed herself once again and proceeded to introduce light to her dark past.<br/><br/>""Gawiëhr, his name is Gawiëhr.""<br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #000000"">Gawiëhr</span></span></span>opened his eyes quickly and slowly raised his head from the book he had been studying before falling asleep. He had been continually learning about the world they were on for the past two nights, attempting to familiar himself with his surroundings, as per the old teachings he had been taught as a child. He shook his head to wake himself and firmly closed the book he had been studying. He placed it into a drawer in the desk he sat at, admonishing himself for being so careless.<br/><br/>Quickly recovering from his grogginess he changed out of his clothes and reached for his uniform. He then stopped, remembering that on excursion they needed no such outfits and instead grabbed his preferred outfit. A white dress shirt and a grey vest coupled with a black blazer to create an unusually formal outfit to wear on a regular basis. While donning his suit he decided to accompany it with his own black tie, preferring not to remind himself of his father with the red one. Upon finishing his dress he glanced at the familiar white scarf neatly folded on his desk and placed it in his pocket.<br/><br/>Upon exiting his room he discovered the suite was empty save a single, barely familiar girl whom was acting somewhat strangely in the common room. Normally his instincts would tell him to utilize his skills and escape, but he let his guard down as was supposed to be a teammate. He walked towards the suite door anyway but not without placing a few choice words in the air between them while halfheartedly waving his hand. ""Normally those who sleep lengthily like to go outside when they wake. Ach, jedem das seine."""
10980,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=625,2015-10-17T13:16:00,Serah,"<blockquote><div><cite>Mortelatuzia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=26338493#p26338493"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #FFBF00"">Elysia</span></span></span> felt relieved when the man reassured her of her fears. Though she did not want to simply give up at the mere mention, she felt happy even somewhat flustered that he cared for her emotional state. With that feeling also came the shame that she had judged him to be like the brother that abandoned her. Although, as she pondered about it, perhaps she had misjudged all of them. No one was quite as bad as she believed, but the turmoil of those few weeks sank all of her emotions and opinions. And of all those people who left her, at least he had said goodbye. She brightened slightly at this thought, even through the dark past that lingered around her. <span style=""font-style: italic"">The only way to break darkness is to introduce light.</span><br/><br/>""Thank you, Kal."" She said softly before realizing her mistake and quickly covering her mouth. ""I-I'm sorry, I didn't mean to be rude Mister...um..."" She blanked for a moment before realizing that the dark-haired man had never actually given his last name. She sighed in relief that her rudeness by calling him by his first name was more a misunderstanding than anything. She composed herself once again and proceeded to introduce light to her dark past.<br/><br/>""Gawiëhr, his name is Gawiëhr.""<br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #000000"">Gawiëhr</span></span></span> opened his eyes quickly and slowly raised his head from the book he had been studying before falling asleep. He had been continually learning about the world they were on for the past two nights, attempting to familiar himself with his surroundings, as per the old teachings he had been taught as a child. He shook his head to wake himself and firmly closed the book he had been studying. He placed it into a drawer in the desk he sat at, admonishing himself for being so careless.<br/><br/>Quickly recovering from his grogginess he changed out of his clothes and reached for his uniform. He then stopped, remembering that on excursion they needed no such outfits and instead grabbed his preferred outfit. A white dress shirt and a grey vest coupled with a black blazer to create an unusually formal outfit to wear on a regular basis. While donning his suit he decided to accompany it with his own black tie, preferring not to remind himself of his father with the red one. Upon finishing his dress he glanced at the familiar white scarf neatly folded on his desk and placed it in his pocket.<br/><br/>Upon exiting his room he discovered the suite was empty save a single, barely familiar girl whom was acting somewhat strangely in the common room. Normally his instincts would tell him to utilize his skills and escape, but he let his guard down as was supposed to be a teammate. He walked towards the suite door anyway but not without placing a few choice words in the air between them while halfheartedly waving his hand. ""Normally those who sleep lengthily like to go outside when they wake. Ach, jedem das seine.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>I turned around to the voice and made the threads in the room tighten for combat before I looked at the person correctly and loosened the strings.<br/>For a second however, he may have seen them glistening.<br/><br/>""Eh? Why bother just saying this?<br/>If you want to insult me, at least do it somewhat properly.<br/>Tey'il sah."" I sighed at the situation quietly and went out to walk for a bit.<br/><br/>The weather felt rather nice yet I didn't pay much attention to it, I mostly looked at the scenery.<br/>'Nice resort'<br/>I thought to myself, getting rid of the traps in the room I was previously in, thankfully, I knew how to wield my weapon, hence why the blade never hits anything I don't want it to hit."
10981,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=625,2015-10-17T14:19:00,Mortelatuzia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #000000"">Gawiëhr</span></span></span>noticed the wire-like threads that covered the room due to his well trained sense of sight and general perception. In the mere moments that they shimmered he tracked the ones that came close to him and deemed his position relatively safe if the system were to begin entwining. However, he kept his guard low as he realized he had just merely startled the girl who seemed annoyed at his presence. He wanted to continue the conversation, to toy with her, but she left too suddenly for him to respond.<br/><br/>Undeterred, he stepped outside the suite to find that the girl had indeed followed his advice as she was long gone. Ultimately, he cared little for the diversion and instead walked down the hall in the opposite direction. Given the time of day he assumed most of the other students had gone out to ""have fun"" or other such nonsense. He lightly grazed his hand over all of the handles, all tightened, signaling the fact that all the residents of the suite had left. Except for one door, which depressed ever so slightly at the touch of his hand. The slight movement pushed it open, just barely but enough to draw curiosity.<br/><br/>He decided that since he was not currently on an assignment, he might as well do some scouting whether that be of people or places. He quietly walked into the suite to find a lone girl sitting at a desk. As he got further inside he noticed that she was drawing, an artist alone in her domain. But something was still odd about her, and it wasn't until he fully committed to entering that he discovered it. He became speechless in astonishment. Was it because she was drawing blind? No, he spoke not a word because of her golden hair."
10982,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=625,2015-10-17T14:41:00,The Starlight,"<blockquote><div><cite>Mortelatuzia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=26339441#p26339441"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #000000"">Gawiëhr</span></span></span> noticed the wire-like threads that covered the room due to his well trained sense of sight and general perception. In the mere moments that they shimmered he tracked the ones that came close to him and deemed his position relatively safe if the system were to begin entwining. However, he kept his guard low as he realized he had just merely startled the girl who seemed annoyed at his presence. He wanted to continue the conversation, to toy with her, but she left too suddenly for him to respond.<br/><br/>Undeterred, he stepped outside the suite to find that the girl had indeed followed his advice as she was long gone. Ultimately, he cared little for the diversion and instead walked down the hall in the opposite direction. Given the time of day he assumed most of the other students had gone out to ""have fun"" or other such nonsense. He lightly grazed his hand over all of the handles, all tightened, signaling the fact that all the residents of the suite had left. Except for one door, which depressed ever so slightly at the touch of his hand. The slight movement pushed it open, just barely but enough to draw curiosity.<br/><br/>He decided that since he was not currently on an assignment, he might as well do some scouting whether that be of people or places. He quietly walked into the suite to find a lone girl sitting at a desk. As he got further inside he noticed that she was drawing, an artist alone in her domain. But something was still odd about her, and it wasn't until he fully committed to entering that he discovered it. He became speechless in astonishment. Was it because she was drawing blind? No, he spoke not a word because of her golden hair.</div></blockquote><br/>Hearing the door crack open, but just barely, she ignored it for a minute, finishing up with one of the towers of the Academy, before she opened her eyes, setting the pen down. Looking down at the painting and holding it up to the light, she nodded in approval to herself, before setting it down and turning to the boy who was staring quite obviously at her golden hair. At least that was how it looked like to her. Shrugging mentally, she stood up, greeting him. ""Hello there. I didn't know that there was anyone indoors but me. I'm Ellyn, from group A-23. And you are..."" she asked, trailing off."
10983,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=625,2015-10-17T16:20:00,Mortelatuzia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #000000"">Gawiëhr</span></span></span>stood for a moment, absolutely stunned, which is very uncharacteristic for his normal, sharp demeanor. Nevertheless, it only took a few moments for him to recover himself and regain his stature. He snapped back into place, adjusting his time as he had remembered his father doing so many times, and outstretched his hand with a bow and a formal half-smile.<br/><br/>""Pleasure to meet you, Madám Ellýn. I am Gawiëhr Neilender, from A-37."" He looked over to her work, which was an astonishingly beautiful recreation of the Academy. He immediately admired this girl for her artistic talent, his homeland knew little in the ways of art, aside from Smithery and other such militaristic crafts. He had always adored the stylish artwork and depictions that filled the textbooks of the old Order.<br/><br/>""My apologies for intruding your work, I was merely trying to confirm my suspicions that there was no one else here."" He spoke matter-of-factly, while rising from his bow. He gave her a genuine smile, all the while flushing out the memories of that similarly colored girl that clouded his head.<span style=""font-style: italic"">'No.'</span>He reminded himself. '<span style=""font-style: italic"">Elysia is safe at home, or has moved to another planet. She is totally and utterly safe, she would have never gotten here, who could have sponsored her on Daemoria of all place?'</span>He mentally sighed at the thought, he knew full well that she deserved to be at the Academy as much as he did. It was not until that fateful day that he realized why his father refused to sponsor her to train alongside him. Despite this, he shrugged off these thoughts and refocused his attention to escaping from a rather awkward situation."
10984,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=625,2015-10-17T16:48:00,Serah,"After quite a while of sitting around on the grass, I was suddenly shook by a violent headache, something that quite easily came over me when I managed to stop thinking about anything, which is rare for the female brain, hence why I thought why the headache came when I managed it.<br/><br/>""Pain in the ass. I wonder what the hero would be doing in this case.<br/>Oh who am I kidding, he completely ditched any form of education after his sixteenth birthday, and even if he was brought here, he would be fighting everyone over who got the last piece of pancake or who ate the last bell pepper.<br/>It's a bit weird that the only one that has survived since the Hero's death is his own wife, even four hundred years later.<br/>Then again... She did hold onto that fragment of the gun. She's stopped aging since she got it if I recall properly."" I then realized I was ranting to myself and promptly stopped speaking while I started looking around to see if anyone heard me.<br/><br/>'She's the one that told me all this. Meria Tellier, the wave sorceress.<br/>She is considered to be one of the most powerful beings on Teos and possibly in the universe, yet she refuses to use her power again, even for self defense or if she's hurt.<br/>Although, she is a really kind person, almost like a second mother to me.<br/>I wonder how she's doing now, since she doesn't have to take care of me anymore, or any of the Lareylis for that matter.<br/>I'm sure she's perfectly fine, she even developed another form of magic to defend herself.<br/>If I recall, she managed to use the power to embed runes into things, I think I even saw her put a rune into the air to defend Wayther from some bandits.' I thought to myself quietly as I sat back down on the grass.<br/><br/>I somehow missed the calm day to day life I had on Teos, sure, I did have some times where I had to actually fight, taking away the gods incident, the fights I often went by were drunken brawls or some bandits from Westaro trying to establish some kind of crime cartel in the cities.<br/>Of course, since I know about everything that happens in the country, they didn't last more than a small week and ended up being summarily executed by yours truly, but apart from the gods incident...<br/>Nothing usually happens, life is fairly calm.<br/><br/>""Guess I should head back inside.<br/>I may bump into that guy again, it'd be fun to tie him up."" And with that, I went back inside and wandered around again, in search for someone to talk to."
10985,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=625,2015-10-17T18:28:00,Saleon,"<blockquote><div><cite>Mortelatuzia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=26338493#p26338493"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #FFBF00"">Elysia</span></span></span> felt relieved when the man reassured her of her fears. Though she did not want to simply give up at the mere mention, she felt happy even somewhat flustered that he cared for her emotional state. With that feeling also came the shame that she had judged him to be like the brother that abandoned her. Although, as she pondered about it, perhaps she had misjudged all of them. No one was quite as bad as she believed, but the turmoil of those few weeks sank all of her emotions and opinions. And of all those people who left her, at least he had said goodbye. She brightened slightly at this thought, even through the dark past that lingered around her. <span style=""font-style: italic"">The only way to break darkness is to introduce light.</span><br/><br/>""Thank you, Kal."" She said softly before realizing her mistake and quickly covering her mouth. ""I-I'm sorry, I didn't mean to be rude Mister...um..."" She blanked for a moment before realizing that the dark-haired man had never actually given his last name. She sighed in relief that her rudeness by calling him by his first name was more a misunderstanding than anything. She composed herself once again and proceeded to introduce light to her dark past.<br/><br/>""Gawiëhr, his name is Gawiëhr.""</div></blockquote>Kal looked at the ground as he heard the story. It was not a pretty tale, as he could tell from the inflections of her voice. It was a bitter, yet relieving moment for Elysia. He found a small rock near her to rest upon. All in all, he was prepared for everything, as long as it didn't involve genetic manipulation and child-birthing. Though, knowing the vast world with different races, that could still happen. Gawiër wasn't a name he had seen before. He had an image of what he looked like, i.e. a lot like himself. It made him sad to have brought her such pain. He hated all the reminders of his past he had seen throughout, and knew her pain.<br/><br/>He got comfortable, preparing for the continuation of a quite serious story. He places an imaginary cigar next to his incorporeal match. After lighting the cigar, he wisks out the flame of the noumenal match. The invisible cigar was placed into his lips. The feeling of it, reminded why he liked regular smokes, instead of cigars. He placed the voidal cigar to the ground, before stomping out a masked forest fire.<br/><br/>""Its Mathel,"" his stated. His voice was gravelly and held a bit more seriousness than he left on. The one thing he never left behind."
10986,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=625,2015-10-18T15:59:00,Zarkenis Ultima,"Elsis had ignored Akkina's retorts for the most part; the fact that a serpent having potent venom was something desirable for serpents didn't make the ex-heretic any less of a slithering reptile, and what did she know about the mighty Scoroleo when she had not lived her entire life in Cathedral Dumea? What gave her the right to make any judgement on her comparison? Nothing, and so, she discarded the redhead's comments, instead turning her attention to the two students that were approaching. One was the aspirant of the A-23 group, the white haired man whom everyone seemed to agree was reasonably attractive, and the other was some brunet kid with a smile plastered on his face; he didn't look bad either, but she recognized him easily, as he had been the one to pester her about leaving the heathen alone back in the cave, which had annoyed her quite a bit. She directed a mildly annoyed glare at him for a moment, as if she had expected to accomplish something with that, and then looked away, though she still paid attention to the conversation.<br/><br/>""A temple? So one of the teachers is planning to head over to a temple?"" She asked, not expecting an answer and certainly not waiting for it before continuing. ""Well, that sounds fun... for booky types, and even Juna here doesn't seem very inclined to head over there. I honestly don't see what's so interesting about an old building."" She shrugged. She was talking perhaps a bit too liberally in front of the aspirant, but that was simply the way she always acted and in any case, as far as she was concerned, she had saved his girlfriend's life with her counterspell back in the cave, so by all means she should have 'get out of jail for free' pass or whatever the equivalent was as far as elder student-younger student interactions went.<br/><br/>Arcander didn't seem very fazed, simply shrugging. ""Well that's quite a shame. The Professor was hoping to get as many of you as possible but so far it looks like not a lot will be attending. Oh well."" He stated calmly, before turning to Orion, placing a hand on his shoulder. ""We'll be meeting by the landing platform later before heading off, don't forget to be there if you want to come."" He said, before bidding farewell to the recruits and heading off towards the resort, presumably to grab some food or check on Kyrissa's state or some such thing.<br/><br/>Elsis sighed and closed her eyes as she ran a hand through her coral red hair. ""Well I'm definitely not going. I don't think it'll be that interesting. Hopefully, that annoying Eleasir won't force us to go along."" She stated. Then her eyes shot open suddenly, and she glared at everyone present. ""None of you heard me say that, by the way."" She said. She didn't seem scared but she clearly wanted to save herself whatever would befall her if her aspirant heard.<br/><br/>Eager to change the topic, Elsis appealed to an interesting tidbit of information she had heard earlier that morning. ""Say, any of you heard about the local magic combat competition?"""
10987,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=625,2015-10-18T16:43:00,The Starlight,"<blockquote><div><cite>Mortelatuzia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=26340900#p26340900"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #000000"">Gawiëhr</span></span></span> stood for a moment, absolutely stunned, which is very uncharacteristic for his normal, sharp demeanor. Nevertheless, it only took a few moments for him to recover himself and regain his stature. He snapped back into place, adjusting his time as he had remembered his father doing so many times, and outstretched his hand with a bow and a formal half-smile.<br/><br/>""Pleasure to meet you, Madám Ellýn. I am Gawiëhr Neilender, from A-37."" He looked over to her work, which was an astonishingly beautiful recreation of the Academy. He immediately admired this girl for her artistic talent, his homeland knew little in the ways of art, aside from Smithery and other such militaristic crafts. He had always adored the stylish artwork and depictions that filled the textbooks of the old Order. <br/><br/>""My apologies for intruding your work, I was merely trying to confirm my suspicions that there was no one else here."" He spoke matter-of-factly, while rising from his bow. He gave her a genuine smile, all the while flushing out the memories of that similarly colored girl that clouded his head. <span style=""font-style: italic"">'No.'</span> He reminded himself. '<span style=""font-style: italic"">Elysia is safe at home, or has moved to another planet. She is totally and utterly safe, she would have never gotten here, who could have sponsored her on Daemoria of all place?'</span> He mentally sighed at the thought, he knew full well that she deserved to be at the Academy as much as he did. It was not until that fateful day that he realized why his father refused to sponsor her to train alongside him. Despite this, he shrugged off these thoughts and refocused his attention to escaping from a rather awkward situation.</div></blockquote><br/>Taking the hand and shaking it, before outstretching her own smile, she responded. ""The pleasure is mine, Gawiëhr,"" she said. ""It's no trouble really, sometimes I get so focused on my work that I forget to stretch and open my eyes every once in a while. So it's good you came by, and hopefully we'll see each other sometime despite being in different groups.""<br/><br/>Cocking her head slightly at Gawiëhr's explanation, the golden haired girl spoke up again, ""Are you looking for someone in particular? Because both groups, I believe, have had a recent influx of new recruits. Let's see, there's Rache and Kyrissa, they just had a duel, Lillin, and also Elyisa?"" she listed, finishing with a question mark. ""Yes, that's it, Elysia,"" she said, speaking half to herself, before turning her attention to Gawiëhr with an uplifted eyebrow."
10988,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=650,2015-10-19T06:09:00,Pyrade,"<blockquote><div><cite>Zarkenis Ultima <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=26353268#p26353268"">wrote</a>:</cite>---</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Akkina</span><br/>Akkina remained silent as the others talked. In part she felt slightly annoyed that her friendly competition with Elsis had been interrupted, however it also seemed that Elsis herself was done with the conversation as well. Akkina listened in icy silence to the Aspirant speaking before he left, at which point she added,<br/>""If nobody else is coming I'll stay here . . . might be able to get some training done. . . ""<br/>With a roll of her eyes she resolved to try get some training in while the aspirants were out at the temple.<br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Besides, old temples are rife with Kanataire . . . </span>""<br/>She murmured softly, mostly for herself not that she expected the others to understand her words for foul omens. She likely had a very open way of hiding here amidst the melting pot of the Silver-Hand. So long as neither Elsis nor Juna exposed her heritage she should be able to pass as a rather odd member of the lawful order, even if secretly, she still revered the Aegalitaire and the forces of balance.<br/><br/>Her thoughts were interrupted by Elsis cursing, and promptly demanding silence on the matter. Akkina sighed and shook her head,<br/>""We aren't rats Elsis, except maybe that one."" She said gesturing to Orion who frowned.<br/>""Besides, since when did you care about what anyone else thinks?"" Akkina added with an underlying annoyance to her tone, but she moved on to the topic of the magic competition willingly, preferring not to dwell on who shouldn't share secrets.<br/><br/>""Well, I suppose you'll be entering then. Could be fun . . . "" She said, pausing as she pondered the idea of competing in a magic combat fight . . . Although she felt her limited range of energy manipulation would leave at a sore disadvantage. She turned to Juna with a small smile,<br/>""Perhaps you should enter Juna. You're far more talented with magic than I, I'll likely be out after the second round.""<br/>She said with a small chuckle. She felt more . . . Well, it wasn't so much that she felt more anything, but when she spoke to Juna she felt less oppressed. With Elsis, it was like speaking to someone who only saw their side of the discussion. Despite that, she still felt nervous speaking to Juna."
10989,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=650,2015-10-19T21:44:00,Mortelatuzia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #FFBF00"">Elysia</span></span></span>heard the grave way in which Kal spoke his last name, and made a note to avoid calling him by it.<span style=""font-style: italic"">'Perhaps we'll be good friends and I won't have to be so formal.'</span>She thought, chuckling to herself. She had grown a small fondness for him, he was visibly empathetic and it made her feel just that little bit more comfortable. She took another look at the small, attentive group around her, took a deep breath, and continued her story.<br/><br/>""We aren't truly related, actually. Our parents were close friends and we grew up together. My father taught us both the ways of the old Order: combat, history, and everything in between. His father taught us what he knew too and he was the one who made our weapons when we came of age. It was because of their family that we were able to live an easy life at all, we were poor and they were rich, I didn't find out until much later the reason for it. Despite how desolate life was on that planet, it was still a good life and it'll always be home to me.""<br/><br/>She thought happily back to the days of her childhood, of playing with all her friends and of the ones she held dearest. She remembered all the times she toyed with her ""brother,"" specifically his pouting face that always made her laugh, even now. Contrary to her belief, Elysia's laugh did in fact exit in reality as a fairly audible and lighthearted chuckle. She didn't mind though, it felt good to laugh, no matter how morbid it seemed.<br/><br/>""But I guess, good things never last forever unless you work at them. Those little illusions we have as kids have to fade away to reality eventually.""<br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #000000"">Gawiëhr</span></span></span>stood wide-eyed at the girl who had just spoken a name he had hoped to not hear for another ten years. He wanted to deny it, surely she meant someone else, surely it was simply a common name throughout the galaxy. After all, her own name is Ellyn, so perhaps names of that nature are just fairly common. It couldn't possibly be her. Quickly, he shut his mouth that he just noticed he had left hanging and convened back into proper posture, bright demeanor and all.<br/><br/>Regaining his bearings, he looked again at his current companion and felt a sense of ease. Perhaps it was the contrast between her and the cold nature of the other girl. Perhaps it was because of the color of her hair. But more likely than not, it was most likely just because she seemed like an undeniably pleasing girl. He gave a small chuckle and showed a closed mouthed smile, a break from character that his father would surely have scolded him for. ""Yes well, I certainly would not object to seeing more of a girl as pleasing as yourself.""<br/><br/>As the words tumbled out of his mouth, he realized his mistake and looked away, embarrassed. He spoke again casually, to hide his embarrassment and to ease his own mind. ""Elysia, hm? What an interesting name, it sounds very familiar."" He spoke firmly, though with a soft, barely noticeable wavering in his voice. He casually scanned the suite, looking for something to distract him from his current predicament. At first glance the common room seemed virtually identical, but further examination showed chairs and other furniture all slightly out of position, a firm sign that many people reside in the suite."
10990,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=650,2015-10-23T20:32:00,Ularn,"Waking up had been a mistake. Kyrissa made up her mind on that front almost immediately.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>Soft light drifted through the drawn blinds and landed on her face with the gentle breeze from an open window. The sensation would have been comforting if Kyr had been able to feel it at all.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>Someone had put her to bed. Or rather, someone had lain her on top of the bed, although she still wore the same clothes as she had on beneath her armour for the duel. She could feel how the fabric of her banyan hung looser than it should across her shoulders because of the gash inflicted along its back, so whoever had carried her here had not made the effort to undress her. That meant it had probably been one of the men - probably Arcander, she thought, although maybe Kal'kul or Orion. A woman would have shown more concern for her comfort than her modesty. Her armour was gone, however, and she noted the hyperspace storage unit laying on her desk next to her own sword and Gin.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>Rest had returned some energy to her but only just enough for consciousness. The inferno spell had drained her of everything she had and the healing someone else had conducted - probably Arc again - had encouraged a regenerative sleep. Kyr had learned about such techniques during her own training but initiating such a sleep herself was still well beyond her abilities; mending a scraped knee or mild illness was about her limit.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>She seemed to be thinking very clearly.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>""Feeling better?"" asked a familiar, static-tinted voice that seemed to come from the air vibrating on itself rather than any physical source.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Neurgh!</span>"" Kyr attempted to answer Gin's question in the negative but her lips were not yet up to the challenge.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>""Good."" the sword responded with a venom that indicated it might have spat the word if it could, ""Because you ought to be ashamed of yourself!""<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>""Don't,"" Kyr closed her eyes tight as though to shut out his words, ""Please Gin.""<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>""That was the worst display of swordsmanship I have ever witnessed. Luckily your classmates believe you actually fought well with a poor strategy, or at worst that you suffer a debilitating form of hubris. Neither are as bad as the truth, Kyrissa. You decided to lose before you even went into that ring.""<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>Tears beaded at the corners of Kyr's clenched eyelids as she pleaded weakly, ""That's not true; Rache was too fast; too good-""<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Cymmtjov!</span>"" Gin cut her off with a fury that made Kyr flinch. She had never heard the blade curse before; never in her life. His power lines blazed as he seethed onwards, ""You should have cut Olderen down in the first seconds, the moment you figured out his fighting style. Instead you curled into a ball and handed him the duel. I've seen Kerembors lose duels before, Kyrissa. I've seen better fighters than you die, sometimes at the hands of lesser opponents than Olderen but never once have I seen one of our family dishonour our name like you did this morning. I'm disgusted in you. Your<span style=""font-style: italic"">mother</span>would be disgusted in you!""<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>""Shut up! Shut<span style=""font-style: italic"">up!</span>"" Kyr screamed and with energy she did not think she had, threw herself from the bed and dashed to the bathroom. The door locked behind her but did not keep out the sound of deep, wracking sobs from within."
10991,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=650,2015-10-23T22:39:00,Elysian Kentarchy,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Rache</span><br/><br/>""We aren't truly related, actually. Our parents were close friends and we grew up together. My father taught us both the ways of the old Order: combat, history, and everything in between. His father taught us what he knew too and he was the one who made our weapons when we came of age. It was because of their family that we were able to live an easy life at all, we were poor and they were rich, I didn't find out until much later the reason for it. Despite how desolate life was on that planet, it was still a good life and it'll always be home to me. But I guess, good things never last forever unless you work at them. Those little illusions we have as kids have to fade away to reality eventually.""<br/><br/>I quietly slip my hands into my robe's pockets and close them tightly into fists, closing my eyes. Why? Why do I feel nothing? I know this is the way of life we have been subjected to all our lives but why do I feel a void about it? I should feel something. I don't know. Sympathy? Comradeship? Understanding? Yet I feel nothing. Well maybe acceptance of our lot, of our damnation, but that's it. Nothing I should feel. Yet part of me agrees with her. Innocence is an illusion fades away at the slightest of actions. I look over at one of my oldest friends, the living proof of that. Yes, innocence the illusion we cling to all we can fades at the easiest mistake. She embodies that and my failure to preserve the innocent and kind girl I used to know. Now all she is is a shell of her former self and its all my fault as her friend and commander. I feel my fingers brush against something metal in my pocket. Ah right the hardtack tin. Right as I do I hear Kristina's stomach slightly grumble. ""When was the last time you ate?"" I ask her quietly. She gestures making an 8 with her fingers and drawing an H in the air. ""Eight hours? Strange that your stomach is growling after so short a time but maybe it is just being away from home. Want some?"" I ask taking out the tin and holding it out to her. ""Don't worry I made them myself."" I quickly reassure her knowing her problems. ""Here take this too."" I take out a flask of water and hold it out to her. She looks at me as she normally does when offered drink. ""Oh alright."" I take a small sip of it. ""See? Safe."" I hand it to her and under the pretense of taking a drink of water myself I take out my medicine and drink it down as quickly as I can. ""Anyone else want some? Though I don't know if I could describe it as tasty, it is hard tack after all, but it is something to tide one over until another meal."" I ask holding out the tin to the others.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Kristina</span><br/><br/>I know it is my fate. Bound to this old war and it horrors yet no matter how hard I try all I feel is apathy but that is to be expected. Suddenly my stomach starts growling and I look over at Rache. ""When was the last time you ate?"" He whispers to me and I make an 8 with my fingers and draw an H in the air due to my throat at the moment. ""Eight hours? Strange that your stomach is growling after so short a time but maybe it is being away from home."" That's right. recently things have gotten so bad at home we are living on what has to be called starvation rations. That is just a sacrifice we must be willing to make to protect the People, especially when the people are fighting and starving alongside us in the battle for our home if we can hold out long enough for the harvest next month though we should be able to receive enough food to last us longer. He takes out a tin and opens it. ""Want some?"" I almost recoil completely at the sight of it but he quickly reassures me. ""Don't worry I made them myself. Here take this too."" He takes out a flask of water and holds it out to me. I nearly recoil at that and stare at him. ""Oh alright."" He takes a small sip of it. ""See? Safe."" I take the flask from him and take a couple sips, maybe this will help my throat. I notice him slip himself something that I can only assume to be his medicine. It is good that he is remembering to take it. I would hate to operate on him again.<br/><br/><span style=""color: #FF0000"">I hate this. I hate how I fear everything like this. Hate. Hate. Hate.</span>"
10992,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=650,2015-10-24T16:08:00,The Starlight,"<blockquote><div><cite>Mortelatuzia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=26371256#p26371256"">wrote</a>:</cite>-snip-</div></blockquote><br/>Ellyn studied his shocked expression for a moment, surmising that he knew Elysia somehow. Of course, it wasn't her place to pry, so she kept silent, glancing around the room as she wondered what to say next. Her cheeks reddened as Gawiëhr complimented her, the young artist focusing her attention down at her sketch until she regained her composure. ""Er, thanks. It certainly seems like A-23 and A-37 will continue to collaborate after we go back to the Academy."" A quick frown of confusion emerged when he quickly changed subjects, and Ellyn let him, ""Indeed, if you're referring to our names. We share a similar root in our first names. Speaking of names, the girl who was in the duel, Kyrissa, may be a very, very, very distant relative of mine. Or perhaps our families were close long ago. She's Kerembor, and I'm Tarembor,"" she said, frowning as Kyrissa screamed something inaudible and then ran into the suite's bathroom, tears streaming from her face. Sharing a confused glance with Gawiëhr, she moved out of her chair, knocking on the bathroom's door once she had discovered that it had locked. ""Are you alright?"" she asked softly, before realizing that was the wrong question. ""I mean, obviously, you're not. But do you want to talk about whatever you're upset about?"" she asked."
10993,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=650,2015-10-24T17:45:00,Ularn,"The only response from within the bathroom was the turning on of the shower.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>When Kyrissa did emerge some time later she was wrapped in a white towel tucked in at her armpit. The full extent of her tattoos was plainly visible; sharp, sweeping golden curves running from the edges of her cheeks down her back, across her shoulders and arms and down her legs to her ankles. The mark of her wound was plainly visible as well. Arcander's work had left no scar but it could only repair flesh; Without the dye the skin of Kyr's left shoulder blade had returned to its natural hazel tan and the ragged gap in her tattoo was just as obvious.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>Kyr regarded the others in the lounge with her golden eyes rimmed in red from crying, nodded to them in acknowledgement but said nothing before crossing the floor back to her bedroom. The door closed behind her.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>Gin was where she had left him on her desk, power lines dimmed. In rest, perhaps; at any rate the sword had no further criticisms to make for the time being for which Kyr was grateful. She took off her towel and began rummaging through her clothes. The banyan was ruined, still lying in a heap on the floor of the bathroom so instead she pulled on a cream blouse and pair of baggy brown harem trousers, completing the outfit with a blue-black sleeveless cropped jacket that matched her hair, which she left open at the front. The clothing covered her scar that was not a scar and choosing it kept her from thinking about what Gin had told her.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>Lastly she buckled on the thick hyperspace storage belt that contained her armour - her original armour; although she had not checked it, Kyr knew the academy suit would need extensive repair before it could be used again. Then she picked up her sword and hung it from the belt, leaving Gin on the table.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>Clean, dressed and feeling a little more capable of confronting the world, Kyr left her room and re-entered the lounge. A few heads turned to see her and she shifted her bare feet uncomfortably. ""Hi,"" she said, quietly."
10994,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=650,2015-10-27T21:01:00,Mortelatuzia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #000000"">Gawiëhr</span></span></span>prepared to calmly respond to the blonde girl when he heard the murmurs of shouting beyond the walls. He focused his attention down the hallway just in time to see a red-skinned person dash out of one the rooms and into another. He chose not to act as he noticed the girl making her way towards the door.<span style=""font-style: italic"">'It would be best to let her handle the situation.'</span>, he thought,<span style=""font-style: italic"">'After all, I have no information on these people and may not act appropriately.'</span><br/><br/>As Gawiëhr pondered the correct course of action he ought to take, he heard the familiar, subtle sound of pipes transporting a fair amount of water. He reasoned that the room the other resident had run into was a bathroom, and so he eased himself while still keeping an eye on Ellyn and the door. He adjusted his tie and pondered whether it was an appropriate time to disappear. After all, it bodes well that his only witness be distracted by more pressing matters. However, as much as his instincts told him to escape, he instead felt compelled to stay. Perhaps sympathy is infectious after all. Or perhaps he is delusional.<br/><br/>Either way, the door later opened as expected and now Gawiëhr could clearly see the figure as she momentarily stood to acknowledge him and Ellyn. As he realized the red-skinned person was indeed a female, he instinctively rose from his seat and lightly bowed his head. He continued to observe her and noticed the unnatural sheen of the red and golden portions of her skin. He then realized it was not the skin itself, but rather a coat over it, perhaps tattoo or other paint, as he observed a jagged gap on her shoulder that told its own story with its bare skin.<br/><br/>As the other resident returned to her room, Gawiëhr refocused his attention to Ellyn. Now that he looked at her clearly, she did not resemble the girl he lost all that much. She shared the same relative color with her, but the shade seemed to be lighter than hers. Her face also lacked the bright lilac eyes that always used to pierce through his emotionless visage. There was also a beauty there that seemed different to her somehow, but he couldn't recall a word for it. He cared not however, as things that pertained to friendships and other people had always been her specialty. With a sudden realization that he had been staring at this girl for quite sometime he quickly turned his gaze to her impressive drawing before he heard the sound of a door opening.<br/><br/>As the red girl spoke a single greeting, he formally bowed with his hand in front as trained. Consciously he was very impressed with the relative speed by which she regained her composure, in his experience other people tended not to handle their emotions very well. Unbeknownst to him, he actually had his outstretched hand's palm facing slightly upwards, an archaic greeting that his father used to give to his mother in order to kiss her hand. His mind refocused into his routine and practiced greeting as he recited his lines like an actor. ""Greetings. I am Gawiëhr Neilender, from Group A-37. Pleasure to meet you."""
10995,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=650,2015-10-29T05:30:00,Ularn,"Kyrissa accepted Gawiëhr's hand with a courteous smile. He was taller than her but then so were most men. ""Kyrissa Kerembor. I just joined A-Twenty-Three yesterday,"" she replied, struck as she did so by a realisation:<span style=""font-style: italic"">Not even one full day and already I've messed things up so badly!</span><br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>She wondered if Gawiëhr had seen the duel.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Probably,</span>she determined shamefully. Looking around the room properly she recognised Ellyn as the suite's sole other occupant and said to them both, ""Don't let me interrupt you. I can find somewhere else to be if you'd rather; I think I'm feeling much better."" The last part was only half true; the shower had reinvigorated her some but right now she really wanted to sit or lie down, only not in the same ominous presence of Gin. The suite's long cushioned sofas looked perfect though and she did want some sort of company to distract her from dark thoughts if nothing else."
10996,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=650,2015-10-30T20:04:00,Atlannia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lillin Kihari</span><br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Esternial <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=26329840#p26329840"">wrote</a>:</cite>Ritz took a deep breath, soaking in the aura. Her muscles relaxed and her mind focused on the task at hand as she assumed her stance, positioning her body sideways towards Lillin, head held up high and eyes cast towards the skies. <br/><br/>""I'm ready."" She said calmly, holding her weapon at her side and lifting her other arm towards her opponent, hand stretched out towards her as if it were a blade on its own. The funnels circled around her, like two satellites orbiting a stellar body, held in the pull of the core of pure energy she collected deep inside her heart.<br/><br/>She would let her opponent make the first move. Ritz always did. The first move of her opponent always allowed her to judge their intent, and she excelled at reading people's emotions, emotions that translated into action.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">More of a defensive fighter than.</span>thought, Lillin taking in her opponent's posture with a half smile still playing on her lips.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Well let's see how solid your defence is then.</span><br/><br/>Without wasting any more time Lillin closed the gap between them, unleashing a powerful upwards slash as soon as she was in range. The red and black scythe laughed scratchily as its blade cut through the air, its staring eye glowing and leaving a faint after trail. However the blade connected only with air as its intended target nimbly avoiding the strike. Not thrown off so easily, Lillin fluidly redirected her energy into a strike in the opposite direction, using the smaller reverse blade to cut downwards suddenly. When that too missed Lillin followed up with a thrust that forced her opponent backwards.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">She's fast or rather... efficient? I get the sense I'm faster but she's avoiding everything too easily</span>Lillin thought, taking a precise step forwards to keep Ritz in the preferred range for her long weapon.<span style=""font-style: italic"">I guess I'll keep the pressure on for now, see what I can shake out.</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Alfenn Cortagne</span><br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=26296185#p26296185"">wrote</a>:</cite>She smiled, and then quickly dragged him towards the place where she had gotten lunch with her sister. ""I think youre right. Plus we haven't had a proper date at all, unless you include fighting heretics."" She remarked faciously. Then She sat him down. ""They'll bring us food soon.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Excellent,"" said Alfenn, smiling as her rested his chin on one hand. ""I don't really mind what we eat... As long as it's not gelatinous,"" he added, giving a small, involuntary shudder and looking distracted as if relieving past memories. ""Anyway, not important. Is there anything you want to do before we return to the academy?"""
10997,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=650,2015-10-31T05:36:00,Esternial,"<blockquote><div><cite>Atlannia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=26497610#p26497610"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lillin Kihari</span><br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Esternial <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=26329840#p26329840"">wrote</a>:</cite>Ritz took a deep breath, soaking in the aura. Her muscles relaxed and her mind focused on the task at hand as she assumed her stance, positioning her body sideways towards Lillin, head held up high and eyes cast towards the skies. <br/><br/>""I'm ready."" She said calmly, holding her weapon at her side and lifting her other arm towards her opponent, hand stretched out towards her as if it were a blade on its own. The funnels circled around her, like two satellites orbiting a stellar body, held in the pull of the core of pure energy she collected deep inside her heart.<br/><br/>She would let her opponent make the first move. Ritz always did. The first move of her opponent always allowed her to judge their intent, and she excelled at reading people's emotions, emotions that translated into action.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">More of a defensive fighter than.</span> thought, Lillin taking in her opponent's posture with a half smile still playing on her lips. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Well let's see how solid your defence is then.</span><br/><br/>Without wasting any more time Lillin closed the gap between them, unleashing a powerful upwards slash as soon as she was in range. The red and black scythe laughed scratchily as its blade cut through the air, its staring eye glowing and leaving a faint after trail. However the blade connected only with air as its intended target nimbly avoiding the strike. Not thrown off so easily, Lillin fluidly redirected her energy into a strike in the opposite direction, using the smaller reverse blade to cut downwards suddenly. When that too missed Lillin followed up with a thrust that forced her opponent backwards.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">She's fast or rather... efficient? I get the sense I'm faster but she's avoiding everything too easily</span> Lillin thought, taking a precise step forwards to keep Ritz in the preferred range for her long weapon. <span style=""font-style: italic"">I guess I'll keep the pressure on for now, see what I can shake out.</span></div></blockquote><br/>When Lillin made her first move, it were not her eyes that first registered her intent. Instead, she sensed the sudden flux in the girl's energy as she began to lift her intimidating scythe. As Lillin rushed forward, Ritz was already preparing herself to dodge, and when push came to shove she was well out of the massive blade's grasp when it wizzed past before her. Then, all of a sudden, it stopped. Lillin pushed back against the inertia of the scythe and employed it in her next strike. The brief moment Lillin needed to slow down the blade and redirect it was enough for Ritz to catch on and initiate another dodge.<span style=""font-style: italic"">She's fierce, and despite it being quite a dumb weight, that scythe responds well to her movements.</span><br/><br/>Ritz couldn't dwell on it for too long, as Lillin immediately followed up with a thrust, increasing the distance between them.<br/><br/>She knew that Lillin had her right where she wanted her. Indeed, after extending the distance, Lillin took a step forward to close the gap she created. This particular distance was ideal for her to dish out consecutive strikes and apply constant pressure, leaving Ritz little room for a counter. By now Lillin should have gathered that her current approach wouldn't bring much results, yet she persisted - that worried Ritz a bit. She needed to act. Do at least something to change the course of this match.<br/><br/>With a whisper she guided her funnels towards Lillin's back, where they began to harass the girl in an attempt to throw her off, simultaneously attempting to dig into her with invisible threads of energy, something Ritz had never attempted before. It would essentially connect both women through an invisible tether - who knows what would happen? Then again, this was a sparring match, so what better moment to try something new?"
10998,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=650,2015-10-31T19:43:00,The Starlight,"<blockquote><div><cite>Mortelatuzia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=26462082#p26462082"">wrote</a>:</cite>-snip-</div></blockquote><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Ularn <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=26476491#p26476491"">wrote</a>:</cite>-snip-</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Retreating from the bathroom door after she received a response, she shrugged, turning her attention back to her drawing. If Kyrissa didn't want to talk, then so be it. She extended one eyebrow as Gawiëhr stared at her for an extended period of time, something that he had done at least twice now. His gaze wasn't particularly lecherous or creepy, but it was simply...unsettling, perhaps that was the right word for that.<br/><br/>Seeing Kyrissa come out of the shower, she smiled slightly, turning her head. ""Don't worry, no need for you to go anywhere. Feel free to the couch,"" she said, motioning towards the soft cushions, before closing her eyes and lifting pen to paper, bringing forth the memory of that shining Academy before beginning to draw again. After a little while, she opened her eyes and looked around, finding a blue and green pen, which she grabbed, and used to add some color to the landscape and the atmosphere, her eyes shutting once more."
10999,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=650,2015-11-01T22:33:00,Mortelatuzia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #FFBF00"">Elysia</span></span></span>shook her head at Olderen's offer of food. She had in a sense lost her appetite after the stressful events prior to this. Not that she had a very large appetite in the first place, as she did not enjoy the bountiful amounts of food in her childhood that many others at the Academy had. She was however fond of the very clear bond between Olderen and his accomplice. They had a familiar, almost sibling-like appearance that she found to be touching. However, their relationship reminded her of her purpose so she took a deep breath and continued her story.<br/><br/>""My family has been lying about our heritage for the past six generations or so. You see, there used to be an Order that reigned there called the Order of Broken Wings. Since it's conception, one group of nobles had been the leaders of the Order in order to ensure stability and authority of our creed. The family in charge were the Invorça."" She said expertly, motioning to herself with pride not of her heritage but of her knowledge of her people's history. ""However, as with all things people became jealous of that power and overthrew the Invorça, burning down our homes and slaughtering all those who couldn't hide. And so, the Invorça hid as part of the peasantry, the Invor."" As she retold the tale she became caught up in her own imagination, visualizing the history she had studied time and again in her head as she spoke. ""Anyway, the war would later come and destroy the Order, so my home is mostly a shell of what it used to be. Because of that...my parents...decided that it was high time we emerged from the shadows and...dedicate ourselves to restoring our old glory. But...not everyone shared our vision...""<br/><br/>Her daydreaming ceased immediately as she recalled her painful history. She shuddered at the thought that it had only happened a year ago. It seemed like an eternity had gone by since she last spoke to her parents, last heard their voices calling her name. She attempted to continue speaking, but tears began to swell in her eyes. She continued anyway, even as her face became further and further pained. ""Jourkand Neilender... my brother's father... he had... always been a friend to us as Invor. But... something changed that. He... he... I never really knew why... but he... he...""<br/><br/>She tried desperately to continue, to let her emotions out and to tell her tale. But no matter how hard she tried she couldn't force it. Her stature and figure had broken. The past had now fully overtaken her mind. As she continued to stutter, unable to finish her sentence, her tears continued also without end in sight.<br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #000000"">Gawiëhr</span></span></span>gently guided Kyrissa to the couch as he heard Ellyn's suggestion. He let go of her hand as they neared the couch, deciding that helping her sit as if she were disabled would be considered rude. He stood beside the couch and watched as Ellyn continued to draw blind as she had done when he first walked in. As they were distracted he gathered his options and decided his course of action. Of course, he could stay and keep the ladies company but perhaps they would find that to be an invasion of privacy? After all, this was not even his group and so he truly had no other purpose for being in the room. He thought about what he could do if he left the room, he had been meaning to get some training in during the excursion, or perhaps he could grab some food and rejuvenate himself.<br/><br/>""I do think I've intruded on your time for long enough. I'll go if you'd rather, it would be rude of me to take up more of your time without your approval."" He spoke as he adjusted his tie and slowly took three steps towards the door. His mind begged him to stay and at least attempt to socialize, but he being a novice at social interactions he could not tell if he was wanted or not. Either way, he felt more comfortable transferring the power to someone else, as he had always done back in the old days."
11000,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=650,2015-11-02T06:26:00,Atlannia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Esternial <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=26500240#p26500240"">wrote</a>:</cite>When Lillin made her first move, it were not her eyes that first registered her intent. Instead, she sensed the sudden flux in the girl's energy as she began to lift her intimidating scythe. As Lillin rushed forward, Ritz was already preparing herself to dodge, and when push came to shove she was well out of the massive blade's grasp when it wizzed past before her. Then, all of a sudden, it stopped. Lillin pushed back against the inertia of the scythe and employed it in her next strike. The brief moment Lillin needed to slow down the blade and redirect it was enough for Ritz to catch on and initiate another dodge. <span style=""font-style: italic"">She's fierce, and despite it being quite a dumb weight, that scythe responds well to her movements.</span><br/><br/>Ritz couldn't dwell on it for too long, as Lillin immediately followed up with a thrust, increasing the distance between them.<br/><br/>She knew that Lillin had her right where she wanted her. Indeed, after extending the distance, Lillin took a step forward to close the gap she created. This particular distance was ideal for her to dish out consecutive strikes and apply constant pressure, leaving Ritz little room for a counter. By now Lillin should have gathered that her current approach wouldn't bring much results, yet she persisted - that worried Ritz a bit. She needed to act. Do at least something to change the course of this match.<br/><br/>With a whisper she guided her funnels towards Lillin's back, where they began to harass the girl in an attempt to throw her off, simultaneously attempting to dig into her with invisible threads of energy, something Ritz had never attempted before. It would essentially connect both women through an invisible tether - who knows what would happen? Then again, this was a sparring match, so what better moment to try something new?</div></blockquote><br/><br/>In the middle of a swing Lillin sensed the funnels make their move, circling around her and attacking, disrupting her concentration. She dodged one and batted the other one away with the reverse end of her scythe but her attack rhythm was broken and she leapt backwards to gain some distance and rethink her approach.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Come one now..</span>she thought, her features settling into a wary grimace as she watched the funnels floating lazily around Ritz.<span style=""font-style: italic"">There's fighting defensively and then there's just being annoying. What's up with those things? I get the sense they do more than just crash into things but I can't tell what it is? Is it related to how she's dodging my attacks maybe?</span><br/><br/>Suddenly she grinned wickedly under her helmet and if her expression was visible it might have been possible to see the gears turning in her head.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">I guess it doesn't really matter though, If get amped up enough I won't even notice them let alone be distracted by them.</span><br/><br/>Lillin shifted into a more defensive position and, keeping a cautious look out for any unexpected advances from Ritz, and began chanting calmly.<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Nehesh, Ia Sekh Sika, Inna Ket Ledian Kahar...</span>"""
11001,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=650,2015-11-06T19:50:00,Saleon,"<blockquote><div><cite>Mortelatuzia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=26521639#p26521639"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #FFBF00"">Elysia</span></span></span><br/><br/> ""Jourkand Neilender... my brother's father... he had... always been a friend to us as Invor. But... something changed that. He... he... I never really knew why... but he... he...""<br/><br/>She tried desperately to continue, to let her emotions out and to tell her tale. But no matter how hard she tried she couldn't force it. Her stature and figure had broken. The past had now fully overtaken her mind. As she continued to stutter, unable to finish her sentence, her tears continued also without end in sight.</div></blockquote>Kal came to have a good concern for Elysia. This story was getting to her. The stuttering, the tears, the agony in her eyes-- it shook her core. ""He... he... I never really knew why... but he... he..."" she half began repeating herself obsessively, but soon the pain broke it-- shook it, strangled it, blew it out. She couldn't bare it any longer. Tears rung down her face.<br/><br/>He looked at her emotive tears. They almost seemed translucent, and transcendent. He'd kept his cries bottled up, but they stung like hers did.<br/><br/>He rushed up from his seat, barely giving time for thought, and placated her fears. His arms wholeheartedly consumed her-- shielding her tears-- as to cover up the pain. He had his own tear of his own. His height could be seen considerably, with his broad shoulder covering her face. He hoped to consolidate her fears in a safe place, and whisk them away to a more harmless location. ""you know,"" he whispered in a somber tone, ""There was one time I cried like this: I'd been through some terrible times, worse than my appearances will let on. I'd been through ****, to say the least. My mother, s-s-she'd do a lot for me, when I knew her... When my tears rode down my face, she found the best thing to do was let it all out. Cry for a bit, I won't look otherwise. Don't be afraid..."" The last line softly faded by. It was more poignant than the others.<br/><br/>He paused for a little bit, covering his face only slightly. He didn't say much, he just let her bare her emotions.<br/><br/>He thought back to his friends from his home planet. His best friend was a bashful girl who wore a spiral tattoo down her spine. She wouldn't be afraid to battle against the bullies. When they were just eight, Kal was the weaker of the two. She wouldn't be afraid to go against the norms to defend him. She was his real mentor, the person she looked up to as a child. He learned to not be afraid to go against something that isn't right, and to protect those who may not be able to protect themselves. Vas'hanna was her name. He remembered some of his biggest fits of sadness. Hanna would beat up the upperclassmen. Elysia had a strength to her, too. For that reason, It especially pained Kal to see someone as strong as Hanna break out like this. He hid her tears from others, as if he didn't want the world to believe it.<br/><br/>""Don't think you are alone,"" he told in a hush tone, ""After this, a little bit after this, a time you are at your calmest, ask me about my past."" He was hesitant to talk about it. He half pushed the timeline back a bit. ""Don't think you have to talk about this for now. Let the pain dull with time, and then let it out; to leave it behind at last."""
11002,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=650,2015-11-07T11:51:00,Esternial,"<blockquote><div><cite>Atlannia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=26523774#p26523774"">wrote</a>:</cite>In the middle of a swing Lillin sensed the funnels make their move, circling around her and attacking, disrupting her concentration. She dodged one and batted the other one away with the reverse end of her scythe but her attack rhythm was broken and she leapt backwards to gain some distance and rethink her approach. <br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Come one now..</span> she thought, her features settling into a wary grimace as she watched the funnels floating lazily around Ritz. <span style=""font-style: italic"">There's fighting defensively and then there's just being annoying. What's up with those things? I get the sense they do more than just crash into things but I can't tell what it is? Is it related to how she's dodging my attacks maybe?</span><br/><br/>Suddenly she grinned wickedly under her helmet and if her expression was visible it might have been possible to see the gears turning in her head.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">I guess it doesn't really matter though, If get amped up enough I won't even notice them let alone be distracted by them.</span><br/><br/>Lillin shifted into a more defensive position and, keeping a cautious look out for any unexpected advances from Ritz, and began chanting calmly. <br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Nehesh, Ia Sekh Sika, Inna Ket Ledian Kahar...</span>""</div></blockquote><br/>Though she probably didn't know her intent, Lillin made sure to keep her distance from Ritz funnels. Though they didn't manage to strike her, at least they broke her concentration long enough to end her relentless sequence of attacks, giving Ritz some breathing space and time to evaluate her situation. Then again, it allowed Lillin to do the same.<br/><br/>As soon as Lillin began chanting, Ritz decided to take action.<br/><br/>""Very well."" She muttered, lifting her sword and grabbing hold of it with both hands, assuming a combat stance. ""Here I come!""<br/><br/>It was too early to unleash her trump card, but Ritz drew onto a trickle of energy to boost her speed, just in case Lillin had prepared a counterattack. Wasting no time on feints, Ritz shot forward and aimed a well-placed strike at her foe. At the same time, her funnels approached in tandem for a three-pronged attack from three different angles. Now that Lillin was occupied with her chant, it was the best chance she had to land a strike, either personally or through one of her funnels."
11003,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=650,2015-11-08T01:57:00,Atlannia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Esternial <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=26584828#p26584828"">wrote</a>:</cite>Though she probably didn't know her intent, Lillin made sure to keep her distance from Ritz funnels. Though they didn't manage to strike her, at least they broke her concentration long enough to end her relentless sequence of attacks, giving Ritz some breathing space and time to evaluate her situation. Then again, it allowed Lillin to do the same.<br/><br/>As soon as Lillin began chanting, Ritz decided to take action. <br/><br/>""Very well."" She muttered, lifting her sword and grabbing hold of it with both hands, assuming a combat stance. ""Here I come!""<br/><br/>It was too early to unleash her trump card, but Ritz drew onto a trickle of energy to boost her speed, just in case Lillin had prepared a counterattack. Wasting no time on feints, Ritz shot forward and aimed a well-placed strike at her foe. At the same time, her funnels approached in tandem for a three-pronged attack from three different angles. Now that Lillin was occupied with her chant, it was the best chance she had to land a strike, either personally or through one of her funnels.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">HA! I knew she had some fire in her somewhere!</span>thought Lillin wickedly, as the other girl shot towards her. As if giving voice to its owner's thoughts, Lillin's scythe took this moment to burst into shrieking, maniacal laughter as their opponent closed in.<br/><br/>Gripping her scythe with both hands, Lillin rotated the shaft quickly, bringing the head upwards and slamming the flat of it into one of the funnels, knocking it away and at the same time positioning the shaft to receive Rtiz's strike and maintaining her careful chant all the while. The downside to this tactic was that it left her back exposed to the second funnel and, braced as was to block Ritz' sword there wasn't anything she could do to minimise the impact. She winced under her helmet as she felt the heavy metal object slammed into her, making her shield flare up, but even as she did so she managed to spit out the last word of her chant and grinned.<br/><br/>Immediately her vision was altered, the borders of objects becoming blurred as their colours became hazy, saturated and started to mix. As the complex cocktail of chemical she had summoned flooded her bloodstream Lillin felt lighter, light headed as well as reality seemed to drift away. THe only thing that remained firm and distinct was the target of her aggression. Ritz. As their weapons clashed Lillin giggled wildly, at first pushed back from Ritz' momentum and then her feet found purchase underneath her and her strength suddenly increased. She jammed the blade on the bottom of her scythe towards her opponent's foot to unsettle her stance and then gave an almighty shove with the scythe's shaft, forcing Ritz backwards into the path of a follow up attack, a wide, horizontal slash.<br/><br/>Lillin had switched to a strange, one handed grip, holding the scythe near the end, but despite that seemed to have no trouble attacking, swinging the huge weapon around like a toy. In fact the speed and strength of her blows seemed to have actually increased, the length of the weapon working as a lever to multiply the force of each strike. Her stance was wild and unguarded, full of openings but simply because the attacks were so fast and came so quickly after one another it was incredibly difficult to actually exploit them.<br/><br/>And all the while Laughing Dog, well, laughed. The weapon's mood seemed to be heightened by Lillin's aggression, as if feeding off her emotions, it cackled as it was swung through the air.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">TAKE HER HEART!</span></span>Rasped the weapon, it's voice distorted by its own rapid motion.<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">FEEL IT BEAT BETWEEN YOUR FINGERS!</span></span><br/><br/>""Oh?"" said Lillin, her voice high and excited ""I guess that would be pretty funny huh?"" she replied to the weapon, bringing it downwards in a vicious overhead strike. ""How does that one go again?"" She asked, as her scythe darted outwards again. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Shiki, Janehkt, </span>no...<span style=""font-style: italic"">Sok</span>.. ah,<span style=""font-style: italic"">Saikana, Jahnekt, Varatani, Eli, Et</span>"" Lillin's chanting continued in rythmn with her attacks. Whatever state she was in was plainly interfering with her ability to chant efficiently but it seemed to be more than compensated by her increased strength and agility."
11004,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=650,2015-11-08T06:03:00,Esternial,"<blockquote><div><cite>Atlannia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=26595723#p26595723"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Esternial <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=26584828#p26584828"">wrote</a>:</cite>Though she probably didn't know her intent, Lillin made sure to keep her distance from Ritz funnels. Though they didn't manage to strike her, at least they broke her concentration long enough to end her relentless sequence of attacks, giving Ritz some breathing space and time to evaluate her situation. Then again, it allowed Lillin to do the same.<br/><br/>As soon as Lillin began chanting, Ritz decided to take action. <br/><br/>""Very well."" She muttered, lifting her sword and grabbing hold of it with both hands, assuming a combat stance. ""Here I come!""<br/><br/>It was too early to unleash her trump card, but Ritz drew onto a trickle of energy to boost her speed, just in case Lillin had prepared a counterattack. Wasting no time on feints, Ritz shot forward and aimed a well-placed strike at her foe. At the same time, her funnels approached in tandem for a three-pronged attack from three different angles. Now that Lillin was occupied with her chant, it was the best chance she had to land a strike, either personally or through one of her funnels.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">HA! I knew she had some fire in her somewhere!</span> thought Lillin wickedly, as the other girl shot towards her. As if giving voice to its owner's thoughts, Lillin's scythe took this moment to burst into shrieking, maniacal laughter as their opponent closed in. <br/><br/>Gripping her scythe with both hands, Lillin rotated the shaft quickly, bringing the head upwards and slamming the flat of it into one of the funnels, knocking it away and at the same time positioning the shaft to receive Rtiz's strike and maintaining her careful chant all the while. The downside to this tactic was that it left her back exposed to the second funnel and, braced as was to block Ritz' sword there wasn't anything she could do to minimise the impact. She winced under her helmet as she felt the heavy metal object slammed into her, making her shield flare up, but even as she did so she managed to spit out the last word of her chant and grinned.<br/><br/>Immediately her vision was altered, the borders of objects becoming blurred as their colours became hazy, saturated and started to mix. As the complex cocktail of chemical she had summoned flooded her bloodstream Lillin felt lighter, light headed as well as reality seemed to drift away. THe only thing that remained firm and distinct was the target of her aggression. Ritz. As their weapons clashed Lillin giggled wildly, at first pushed back from Ritz' momentum and then her feet found purchase underneath her and her strength suddenly increased. She jammed the blade on the bottom of her scythe towards her opponent's foot to unsettle her stance and then gave an almighty shove with the scythe's shaft, forcing Ritz backwards into the path of a follow up attack, a wide, horizontal slash.<br/><br/>Lillin had switched to a strange, one handed grip, holding the scythe near the end, but despite that seemed to have no trouble attacking, swinging the huge weapon around like a toy. In fact the speed and strength of her blows seemed to have actually increased, the length of the weapon working as a lever to multiply the force of each strike. Her stance was wild and unguarded, full of openings but simply because the attacks were so fast and came so quickly after one another it was incredibly difficult to actually exploit them. <br/><br/>And all the while Laughing Dog, well, laughed. The weapon's mood seemed to be heightened by Lillin's aggression, as if feeding off her emotions, it cackled as it was swung through the air. <br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">TAKE HER HEART!</span></span> Rasped the weapon, it's voice distorted by its own rapid motion. <span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">FEEL IT BEAT BETWEEN YOUR FINGERS!</span></span><br/><br/>""Oh?"" said Lillin, her voice high and excited ""I guess that would be pretty funny huh?"" she replied to the weapon, bringing it downwards in a vicious overhead strike. ""How does that one go again?"" She asked, as her scythe darted outwards again. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Shiki, Janehkt, </span> no... <span style=""font-style: italic"">Sok</span>.. ah, <span style=""font-style: italic"">Saikana, Jahnekt, Varatani, Eli, Et</span>"" Lillin's chanting continued in rythmn with her attacks. Whatever state she was in was plainly interfering with her ability to chant efficiently but it seemed to be more than compensated by her increased strength and agility.</div></blockquote><br/>Ritz small victory didn't last long. Immediately as the funnel made contact, it stitched an invisible thread into Ritz' opponent, but before she could plan her next move, her eyes caught onto Lillin's ominous grin. In an instant the girl's aura turned absolutely foul. When she was shoved back, Ritz knew something had changed.<br/><br/>Lillin had begun to take this sparring match way too seriously. Her strikes were reckless, but fast and unrelenting, demanding Ritz' complete focus to avoid getting hit. Adrenaline began to surge throughout her body, pressuring building up inside her body as the condensed core of energy inside of her grew unstable. Though she had faced the infidels, they were too preoccupied with the others to focus on her - this time, her foe had eyes for only one target. Her. Whether it was irrational or not, Ritz feared for her life as Lillin mindlessly cut away at her defence, and it prompted her to act. Not after proper planning, but on sheer instinct. This was fight of flight, and her indecisiveness translated into her moves.<br/><br/>The blade whizzed past her, scraping her armour. Ritz gasped for air as she lost her footing, but immediately compensated by performing a perfect backflip, landing back onto her feet. The distance she created by doing so was negligible, and Lillin bridged it within less than a second, but it gave Ritz enough time, time to focus for that one moment.<br/><br/>Until now, Ritz had been oblivious to what she had accomplished by tethering herself to Lillin, but now it was clear as day. It was an odd sensation, but it felt as if she could predict Lillin's movement. By stitching one of her threads into Lillin, her opponent was almost a part of her. It was a completely new experience for Ritz, and unfortunately she had little time to explore its potential.<br/><br/>Lillin approached once more, blind with bloodlust, but this time Ritz was ready for her. Calmly she anticipated her attacks and reacted. Her speed was phenomenal, but Ritz countered by infusing her own limbs with raw energy from her core, allowing her to keep up. She had to focus too much to use her funnels, but with the openings left by Lillin, Ritz would find a way to end this fight. She had to do it quickly.<br/><br/>""Enough!"" Ritz shouted, reacting to one of Lillin's strikes by slamming her own blade against the scythe's and immediately letting go of Esper's hilt. With a single step she burst forward to Lillin's side, twisted her body toward her opponent and poured all the energy she had into her fist, slamming straight into Lillin's exposed side and cracking the armour as the raging girl was thrown off her feet and hurled several yards away in the opposite direction.<br/><br/>""Sparring matches are intended to hone your skills, not slash away at your opponent like a deranged lunatic."" Ritz berated the young girl, taking off her helmet and tossing it on the ground. Her tone was slightly angry, a tone she rarely used, but she still felt the fear and adrenaline surge through her body as the invisible threads of energy around her dissolved into thin air and both her funnels lifelessly fell onto the ground. She had spent all her energy into that one move - she only hoped Lillin would come to her senses now."
11005,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=650,2015-11-08T12:26:00,Elysian Kentarchy,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Rache</span><br/><br/>I nod quietly at the refusal and slip the tin into my pocket. ""The offer stays open in case you change your mind."" I turn to my old friend. ""How is your voice now that you have had some water.""<br/><br/>""Not much better at all."" She says her voice completely raspy.<br/><br/>Well then I suppose I need to do this. I quietly wrap my hands around my old friend's throat and mutter<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Rapha curationum arubah dia-sodzo iasis.""</span>My hands glow briefly and I ask. ""I trust that helps?""<br/><br/>""Verily Commander-sama."" She says in her normal voice.<br/><br/>""Kristina-chan I order you to drop the formalities when we are with others on this Cathedral."" I say exasperatedly.<br/><br/>""Understood Rache-kun.""<br/><br/>I nod and for now on I need to reserve what energy I have left for tonight so I can examine Kristina. ""And good. Take your medicine later for it."" Kristina nods and we return to paying attention to the others.<br/><br/>Her words... her words echo myself... returning to the old glory. The Rememberers rising again, its the oath I had to swear as a child. It seems we are not too different. Her tears start up and I feel even more sympathy for her but I can't hug her, I cannot hug a stranger and truly mean it. Not after what happened so I am grateful for Kal-san doing it. Though the tears raise something in my memory a memory I would much rather stay buried. The sound of battle, the screams of our comrades, the feeling of backing into a corner. I remember our retreat. Me, Kristina, Zadok, Anastasia, and Adina, my closest comrades and friends, retreating up the hill trying to obey our orders to fall back. The others made it but Kristina was injured so I had to help her. We were just fifteen year olds fighting for our lives. I remember desperately holding onto her as she was ripped from my arms and I fell injured and nearly dead as the dragon worshipers nearly overwhelmed our lines. That was the day where I lost two of my closest friends forever. Kristina was ruined completely while Zadok was killed in battle. My greatest failure as a commander you could say. And it was by far my greatest failure as a friend.<br/><br/>With the two of them crying I take out my handkerchief and click my tongue in annoyance. I forgot to change it out for a clean one, this still has my blood on it so I turn to Kristina. ""Kristina can I borrow your handkerchief?"" I ask quietly.<br/><br/>""Of course."" She reaches into her pocket and hands me hers.<br/><br/>""Thanks."" I head up to to pair and hand her the handkerchief. ""Here. Wipe your eyes Miss."" I look at Kal-san apologetically. ""Sorry to say I only have one clean one so I can't offer you a dirty one mate."" I sigh. ""Kristina is not one for telling her story but in case you did not notice she is a wreck. So she can understand even if she cannot say it. As for me... well I am still a listening ear so I am okay with people letting everything out. That and I can understand the desire to restore an old Order. It has been a dream I was born into and molded into throughout my life."""
11006,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=650,2015-11-08T18:51:00,Atlannia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Esternial <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=26596615#p26596615"">wrote</a>:</cite>Ritz small victory didn't last long. Immediately as the funnel made contact, it stitched an invisible thread into Ritz' opponent, but before she could plan her next move, her eyes caught onto Lillin's ominous grin. In an instant the girl's aura turned absolutely foul. When she was shoved back, Ritz knew something had changed. <br/><br/>Lillin had begun to take this sparring match way too seriously. Her strikes were reckless, but fast and unrelenting, demanding Ritz' complete focus to avoid getting hit. Adrenaline began to surge throughout her body, pressuring building up inside her body as the condensed core of energy inside of her grew unstable. Though she had faced the infidels, they were too preoccupied with the others to focus on her - this time, her foe had eyes for only one target. Her. Whether it was irrational or not, Ritz feared for her life as Lillin mindlessly cut away at her defence, and it prompted her to act. Not after proper planning, but on sheer instinct. This was fight of flight, and her indecisiveness translated into her moves.<br/><br/>The blade whizzed past her, scraping her armour. Ritz gasped for air as she lost her footing, but immediately compensated by performing a perfect backflip, landing back onto her feet. The distance she created by doing so was negligible, and Lillin bridged it within less than a second, but it gave Ritz enough time, time to focus for that one moment.<br/><br/>Until now, Ritz had been oblivious to what she had accomplished by tethering herself to Lillin, but now it was clear as day. It was an odd sensation, but it felt as if she could predict Lillin's movement. By stitching one of her threads into Lillin, her opponent was almost a part of her. It was a completely new experience for Ritz, and unfortunately she had little time to explore its potential.<br/><br/>Lillin approached once more, blind with bloodlust, but this time Ritz was ready for her. Calmly she anticipated her attacks and reacted. Her speed was phenomenal, but Ritz countered by infusing her own limbs with raw energy from her core, allowing her to keep up. She had to focus too much to use her funnels, but with the openings left by Lillin, Ritz would find a way to end this fight. She had to do it quickly. <br/><br/>""Enough!"" Ritz shouted, reacting to one of Lillin's strikes by slamming her own blade against the scythe's and immediately letting go of Esper's hilt. With a single step she burst forward to Lillin's side, twisted her body toward her opponent and poured all the energy she had into her fist, slamming straight into Lillin's exposed side and cracking the armour as the raging girl was thrown off her feet and hurled several yards away in the opposite direction.<br/><br/>""Sparring matches are intended to hone your skills, not slash away at your opponent like a deranged lunatic."" Ritz berated the young girl, taking off her helmet and tossing it on the ground. Her tone was slightly angry, a tone she rarely used, but she still felt the fear and adrenaline surge through her body as the invisible threads of energy around her dissolved into thin air and both her funnels lifelessly fell onto the ground. She had spent all her energy into that one move - she only hoped Lillin would come to her senses now.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Lillin skidded backwards and sank to a lying down position, her arms and legs spread eagled, her face still stretched into a wide grin as she sighed.<br/><br/>""You wouldn't have fought seriously if I hadn't gone all out,"" she said, her voice tired but triumphant in a sly kind of way. As she was speaking Lillin lifted one arm up above her, casually inspecting the back of her hand against the sun as if checking her nails. ""And if you hadn't fought seriously we wouldn't have learned anything that would be of use in a real fight, so excuse me for not wanting to waste my time.""<br/><br/>Lillin rubbed her fingers together as if trying to dislodge something. ""Besides I was able to prove my hypothesis. Unless you're going to try and tell me that you would have used a move that dangerous on a sparring opponent<span style=""font-style: italic"">before</span>last night."" Lillin glanced down tellingly at the prominent spider web of cracks in her armour and as if to punctuate her gesture Laughing Dog gave a rasping chuckle.<br/><br/>""Besides it not as if you were in any<span style=""font-style: italic"">real</span>danger,"" she added, as a soft gust of wind blew through her fingers, carrying away what she had been playing with, a small flake of black metal that oddly seemed to correlate with a new, white scratch mark on Ritz's breastplate."
11007,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=650,2015-11-12T14:54:00,The Starlight,"<blockquote><div><cite>Mortelatuzia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=26521639#p26521639"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #000000"">Gawiëhr</span></span></span> gently guided Kyrissa to the couch as he heard Ellyn's suggestion. He let go of her hand as they neared the couch, deciding that helping her sit as if she were disabled would be considered rude. He stood beside the couch and watched as Ellyn continued to draw blind as she had done when he first walked in. As they were distracted he gathered his options and decided his course of action. Of course, he could stay and keep the ladies company but perhaps they would find that to be an invasion of privacy? After all, this was not even his group and so he truly had no other purpose for being in the room. He thought about what he could do if he left the room, he had been meaning to get some training in during the excursion, or perhaps he could grab some food and rejuvenate himself.<br/><br/>""I do think I've intruded on your time for long enough. I'll go if you'd rather, it would be rude of me to take up more of your time without your approval."" He spoke as he adjusted his tie and slowly took three steps towards the door. His mind begged him to stay and at least attempt to socialize, but he being a novice at social interactions he could not tell if he was wanted or not. Either way, he felt more comfortable transferring the power to someone else, as he had always done back in the old days.</div></blockquote><br/>Ellyn opened her eyes once more, her hand stationally, turning and tiliting her head towards Gawiëhr, nodding. ""I won't take up any more of your time either, Gawiëhr. It was nice meeting you, and I hope, and believe we will see each other again soon enough."" Once he had left, the girl took a glance at Kyrissa and then closed her eyes yet again, picking up the pen, her ears awaiting the conversation she predicted Kyrissa would start in the near future."
11008,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=650,2015-11-14T14:11:00,Mortelatuzia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #000000"">Gawiëhr</span></span></span>turned and respectfully bowed to the two ladies as he began to exit. ""Very well, tot volgende keer."" He exited the room and lightly closed the door before letting out a deep sigh. He thought for sure that he must have done some awkward things, and scolded himself for it. He strolled down stairs and out into the main hall of the resort, taking care not to encounter anyone along the way. He adjusted his tie and excused himself into the outside world, that unfamiliar Cathedral he so dreaded. He took careful note of his surroundings, recalling the places he had already seen and mentally mapped out the unfamiliar zones he dare not go into without his full energy. He decided to go towards the quiet forest with tall trees that he had visited the day before. It would be a good place to practice, which he had been neglecting since they had arrived.<br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #FFBF00"">Elysia</span></span></span>let out a quiet shriek as she was hugged, almost forcefully, by Kal.<span style=""font-style: italic"">'Why now?'</span>She thought, as her emotions receded into her and fear took it's place.<span style=""font-style: italic"">'I can't let myself win.'</span>With all of the strength she could muster she spoke in a hushed tone. ""I'm sorry. I can't... I need to be alone. That is what Fate has shown me. Please..."" She forced herself out of Kal's grip and stood up with her face still damp but her eyes mostly dry. She slowly formally bowed and spoke softly yet clearly, as though it she were an actor speaking a memorized line. ""My apologies for inconveniencing. I must go. Perhaps next time we may speak of lighter things. Vaarwel."" She took three steps forward in a calm demeanor before breaking into a sprint, leading herself deeper into the forest. She needed to run from them because they tried to get to know her, tried to become closer, and that was their most frightening aspect."
11009,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=650,2015-11-19T20:36:00,Elysian Kentarchy,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #0000FF"">Rache</span></span></span><br/><br/>I frown slightly at what happened. This worries me a great deal. ""Kristina."" I whisper to her quietly. ""Go and follow her and make sure she stays okay. Report back to me as soon as you can."" While Kristina's accuracy and awareness are not her finest points her speed is always dependable. ""Take this in case she needs one."" I hand Kristina's handkerchief back to her.<br/><br/>""Yes, Knight-Commander-sama."" She whispers back and takes the handkerchief and takes off. After waiting for a minute I follow chase off after her telling them over my shoulder. ""Me and Kristina will see what's going on. She is faster than me so naturally Kristina will go first to see where she is.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""color: #FF0000"">Kristina</span></span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Why is he so concerned? This girl knows nothing of what we suffer so why should I care about it?</span>I shake my head unsure about what I am feeling about this. Regardless Rache is my commander thus I must follow his orders to the letter. ""Yes Knight-Commander-sama."" I reply and I take off after her. Knowing my commander he will be following after me in about a minute so I continue through the forest to see where she is so I can bring him news. Naturally he will be following me, I have an order and I WILL follow it."
11010,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=650,2015-11-21T21:49:00,Mortelatuzia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #FFBF00"">Elysia</span></span></span>ran in haphazard directions through the forest, trying to lose anyone who might try to follow her. At some point she exited the forest and ended up in the town, which is when she slowed her pace and began to relax. She thought about preparing a spell in case someone came to try and comfort her but decided against it. At this point she was just tired, tired of speaking, of running, of everything. She walked back towards the resort, thinking that it would be best to rest now and wake up early tomorrow to train. She ignored the rest of the world, and focused only on her steps and clearing her mind. Slowly, she made her way back to sanctuary, away from her own depressing thoughts.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #000000"">Gawiëhr</span></span></span>entered the forest and observed his surroundings in comfort. The unregulated and sporadic work of nature always put him at ease, he felt comfort in the chaos. However, when it came to cities, towns, and other planned and structured areas, he felt like he needed to know every corner and angle in order to stay on top of his enemies. Of course, he had no true enemies but his father had taught him time and time again that any living soul could become the enemy. The environment is the only thing that will never fail you if you learn it, he would tell him. However, the blissfulness of nature is that it cannot be learned, only adapted to, which gave Gawiëhr all the comfort in the world.<br/><br/>He sat down in a clearing and let himself at ease. He decided today's time would best be spent training his mind, rather than his body. He closed his eyes and let out three deep breaths before absorbing the world around him in his mind. He listened for the low drones of the forest, the falling of the leaves, the cracking of the branches, the stomps of feet.<span style=""font-style: italic"">'Footsteps?'</span>He wondered, befuddled by the sudden clarity of noise in the once quiet forest. He refocused himself on the disturbance. Rapid, meaning that the perpetrator is running, perhaps even sprinting. The footfalls were far too heavy to be an animal, they had to be human. He could also faintly make out more noises from farther in the forest, but nothing more than that. The footsteps continued out of the depths of the forest until they were too distant to be heard. A strange occurrence, but not uncommon. Gawiëhr decided it was probably nothing noteworthy and relaxed back into the calm void of the forest."
11011,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=650,2015-11-22T23:18:00,Zarkenis Ultima,"That afternoon came and went with no more incidents occuring to the students throughout the day. After all, had what happened not been enough already? That morning, lost friendships were found and new friendships were forged, debts were settled and secrets were unveiled. Thus, it was no surprise that the remainder of the afternoon seemed like the calm after the storm by comparison, and as the hours passed, it simply seemed rather unreasonable to expect a new incident to happen. Indeed, it seemed as if the hand of destiny had decided to allow some respite to the children of the stars... for now.<br/><br/>Hours later, some time before the sun began to set, two different groups were formed, each consisting of students from both the A-23 and the A-37.<br/><hr/><br/><br/>""Alright, students, here we are."" The one-eyed teacher spoke to the recruits, trainees and aspirants under her care as they finally arrived at the top of a hill that sat beyond the bejeweled forest that surrounded the resort along with the foot of a nearby mountain. There, at the hilltop, the students were able to see the ruins of a large temple that had been once used to honor the grand deity of Stratotheism, the God-Knight, Aradain. Great pillars of shining marble still held up the enormous threshold. The ceiling had long since caved in, but much of the walls and the floor remained, along with more columns whose task had once been that of sustaining the ceiling that had now fallen.<br/><br/>Plenty of symbols and other heraldry were present in the temple, as well, showing the symbols of the eleven Orders that were created by the Disciples of Aradain and which had first formed the Apostolic Council, along with the sigil of the Order inhabiting Cathedral Gladia of course. Numerous statues were still present as well, though some had suffered some form of damage and many more had gone missing, likely either too damaged to be displayed or simply destroyed altogether by some event. Among the statues present, there was one of Lady Sylvalladine prior to her brandishing of the Phantom Blade and her coronation by the surrendered foes, her silvery hair crafted in perfect detail as it cascaded down to her hips. Not far from hers, and sculpted with even more detail and magnificence, was a statue of the nigh almighty King of the Wizards himself, Mael, with his trademark star-spangled hat and his billowing cloak covering nearly every detail of his face, save for some of his hair; in his hand he held his dragonbone staff, the only one of its kind which, according to the legend, did absolutely nothing to help the wizard channel his magic and was simply kept around for aesthetics. Some distance further inside, there was an empty marble pedestal with an inscription in a bronze plaque which read ""Neraxel of the Abyss"".<br/><br/>Beyond all of that, at the center of a large circular chamber which was vaguely visible from the entrance, there was an enormous statue of the God-Knight himself, clad in shining armor from head to toe, imposing to all, like a giant made of heavenly metal whose sole presence was enough to ensure victory. Seven massive blades, statues themselves, were surrounding him, each with the tip slightly buried in the ground, each of them unique and different from each other. Seven of the Eight Blades of Aradain, with the God-Knight himself holding the last one in his hands, with the tip similarly pointed towards the ground. The statue seemed to shine, not thanks to the sunlight, but independant from it, as if the sole act of portraying the God-Knight was enough to create an aura of holiness around the imitation. It was, many agreed, an awe-inspiring sight.<br/><br/>Understandably, not too many people had agreed to come along on the trip to that temple. Most students decided had decided to tend to their interests instead and had gone off either to explore the town, sightsee, buy souvenirs or, perhaps, they had simply stayed at the resort, indulging in the relative luxuries procured for them by the Academy's Council. Some, Cyranis suspected, were undoubtedly smooching or worse, but that was none of her concern, they were free to display their affection for each other in certain ways, and if they went further... well, they were idiots if they got caught.<br/><br/>""This temple, students,"" She began, none of her thoughts perceivable by the students. ""is the Temple of Glarkanios, so called because of the Redemit architect who single-handedly built it one thousand and approximately four hundred years ago. For several centuries it was used as a place where the God-Knight could be honored, but it was destroyed when the Chalice War reached Gladia. The dragon Nerkandeszor attacked Cathedral Gladia, and, though he was successfully driven away by the Knights of the Cathedral, not without many losses might I add, the temple sustained much damage during the fight, as you can likely tell by the vaguely Redemit-shaped craters here and there. What you see is what remains."" The one-eyed instructor spoke, before allowing the students to explore freely.<br/><br/>""Alright, feel free to look around and ask Cyranis any questions."" Arcander spoke to the students he had brought along with him to the trip to the temple. They were not too many, but they were enough, he thought to himself. He then looked at Gawiehr. ""Neilender, please try not to wander off. I am well aware that everyone here can watch out for themselves but even so, it is our duty to look after you, and Shanath asked me to keep an eye on you while she makes sure that nothing happens at the magic competition in town."" The white-haired aspirant explained.<br/><hr/><br/><br/>""LAAAADIES AND GENTLEMEEEEEN!"" Shouted a young blond man who was dressed in relatively formal black attire and wore a stylish pair of shades over his eyes. He moved and acted in a quite dramatic fashion, and everyone seemed to be cheering him on. ""Are you ready for the ONE HUNDRED AND SEVENTY-SIXTH MONTHLY OFFICIAL MAGIC COMPETITION OF TOLMAR CITY?!"" He asked quite loudly, and the people roared in approval.<br/><br/>""Say, who is that anyway?"" Asked one of the observers, who had decided to stop cheering for a moment.<br/><br/>""I don't know. He probably stole the microphone, but he's doing one hell of a job."" The other replied.<br/><br/>The area where the tournament was taking place was quite similar to the rudimentary arena in the city's park, but, for starters, it was much larger, and better equipped. Surrounding the arena was a network of energy shields that would keep any spectators safe from any explosions or projectiles and, in general, of the power of the magic that would undoubtedly be unleashed within the confines of the arena. It was also there to protect them from the dangerous mass of a competitor being hurled at a significant fraction of the speed of sound, which happened relatively often in these types of events. In addition, within the arena itself, there were two areas: the first was a raised circular platform made of white metal, which took up most of the arena's width. Beneath, there was a simple soil ring that was lower than the metal platform.<br/><br/>The whole complex was on the outside, so one could see the moon and the stars high above... if one struggled, because illumination was provided by a few floodlights located strategically around the arena. The crowd was seated in several rows of beachers laid out in a semicircle surrounding the arena, while there were a set of chairs next to the other half of the arena, along with the elevated platform from which the announcer was speaking through the microphone, which wirelessly transmitted the sound emitted to several microspeakers installed beneath the ground, causing the sound to travel seamlessly. Strictly speaking, it wasn't even necessary to use a microphone: either a device could be programmed to catch that specific voice and retransmit it, or a different device could be worn on one's clothes without even being noticeable. Even so, it was generally agreed upon that there was an unique style to the microphone, so many people still opted to use it when applicable.<br/><br/>Seated next to the announcer's platform were the contestants, along with an electronic list mounted on a pole. At any given time a new competitor could arrive, which was part of the attractiveness of the event: you never knew who would join in and when the whole thing would end, and even if it seemed like a champion had emerged, they could always receive a last-minute challenger. The event didn't end until every contestant had participated, though there was an hour after which no more contestants were allowed, to avoid the thing from dragging on too long.<br/><br/>Already the first two contestants were lining up to fight each other: a lithe young man who seemed to utilize Speed Magic, against a man who was older but still very much in good shape, who seemed to specialize in Wind Magic. Before they could have at it, the announcer spoke once again.<br/><br/>""Now then folks, let's review the rules of the competition!"" He announced, as per his profession. ""First: Weapons are FORBIDDEN! There wouldn't be much of a point to a magic tournament if energy weapons were involved, now would there? Second: Hand-to-hand combat is ALLOWED! Otherwise it wouldn't be fair to fellows who primarily utilize enhancement spells. We're here to see variety in our battles, right? Third: If at some point one of the competitors is unable to continue fighting, they LOSE! Fourth: Every competitor is outfitted with a special shield that records the ammount of damage taken. If a certain quantity of energy is substracted from one of the competitors' shield, they LOSE! Fifth: If either of the competitors, at any point, fall off the circular platform and touch the ground, they LOSE! Is everything clear?"" The announcer asked, and everyone, including the crowd, the two current competitors, and the ones waiting for their turn, answered positively. Then, the two men began their battle.<br/><br/>Elsis was sitting next to her fellow students who had decided to participate in the competition. It was no surprise to see several students of the Silver Hand Academy sitting there, though on the other hand, there were also several inhabitants of Cathedral Gaelia, and several foreigners who were either passing through or had come exclusively to compete in this event.<br/><br/>""Can't wait for my turn..."" The girl with coral-red hair muttered under her breath.<br/><br/>""Do not be impatient, Salasanger. I am certain your turn will come soon."" Spoke Shanath, who was sitting next to Elsis.<br/><br/>""Yeah. It'll come when it comes. Being impatient will do nothing but make it worse on you."" Aressa agreed as she sat next to Shanath.<br/><br/>""Wait, are you two going to participate?"" Elsis asked, surprised to see them there.<br/><br/>""No."" They said in unison.<br/><br/>""Then why are you two here?"" The Dumean asked.<br/><br/>""Well, I have to keep an eye on you guys."" Aressa pointed out, with Shanath nodding in agreement.<br/><br/>""Is that even allowed?"" Elsis inquired, raising an eyebrow. Aressa shrugged.<br/><br/>""They're not stopping us."""
11012,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=650,2015-11-23T06:48:00,Atlannia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Zarkenis Ultima <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=26767869#p26767869"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Alright, feel free to look around and ask Cyranis any questions."" Arcander spoke to the students he had brought along with him to the trip to the temple. They were not too many, but they were enough, he thought to himself. He then looked at Gawiehr. ""Neilender, please try not to wander off. I am well aware that everyone here can watch out for themselves but even so, it is our duty to look after you, and Shanath asked me to keep an eye on you while she makes sure that nothing happens at the magic competition in town."" The white-haired aspirant explained.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Alfenn had absorbed the lecture with one ear, his attention mainly focused on the elaborate border work surrounding some of the insignias.<br/><br/>“Our own archives had this motif pegged as not developing for another two centuries after this temple was built,” he said to no one in particular in a tone caught halfway between enthusiasm and irritation. “This is a rather good example too.” He mused “How fortunate the important parts of the temple survived intact.” He murmured, ignoring the sunlight pouring in where the roof had been previously, adding golden highlights to his dark hair.<br/><br/>“Jyna, look at the detail on these leaves! I wonder if these are native flora or a more traditional recurring symbol?”<br/><br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Zarkenis Ultima <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=26767869#p26767869"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Can't wait for my turn..."" The girl with coral-red hair muttered under her breath.<br/><br/>""Do not be impatient, Salasanger. I am certain your turn will come soon."" Spoke Shanath, who was sitting next to Elsis.<br/><br/>""Yeah. It'll come when it comes. Being impatient will do nothing but make it worse on you."" Aressa agreed as she sat next to Shanath.<br/><br/>""Wait, are you two going to participate?"" Elsis asked, surprised to see them there.<br/><br/>""No."" They said in unison.<br/><br/>""Then why are you two here?"" The Dumean asked.<br/><br/>""Well, I have to keep an eye on you guys."" Aressa pointed out, with Shanath nodding in agreement.<br/><br/>""Is that even allowed?"" Elsis inquired, raising an eyebrow. Aressa shrugged.<br/><br/>""They're not stopping us.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>“What’s the rush Salasanger?” asked Lillin with a thin, lazy eyed smile, having sidled up to her classmate with her hands resting behind her head. “Is there someone you want to fight particularly?”<br/>As she spoke Lillin’s violet eyes roamed the small mass of contestants, alighting on the two contestants occupying the ring currently. “Well the locals don’t look like much but I there’s at least one person I want to… resolve some unfinished business with.”<br/>Lillin’s smile widened slightly to reveal a sliver of white teeth as she flexed her shoulders, feeling a slight twinge form the bruise on her chest. “Maybe this vacation hasn’t been such a waste of time after all.”"
11013,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=675,2015-11-23T13:27:00,Mortelatuzia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #000000"">Gawiëhr</span></span></span>looked coldly at his replacement escort and responded to his concerns sarcastically.<br/><br/>""Ja ja. Natuurlijk."" He stated under his breath in his natural tongue. ""I won't stray, sir. But good luck trying to keep watch on me."" He smirked slightly, but even that small emotion faded quickly as he turned from the aspirant. He slowly began to pace around the main hall, observing the sites and marvels of the temple. Actually, he cared little for the wonders and more for the damages to the temple and how they were caused. He studied each crater and crack, piecing together in his mind the great battle that took place in this place many years ago. He then had an interesting thought as he perused the war torn building. Why was it that the Gladians had not tried to restore the temple to it's former 'glory?' Perhaps none could match the expertise of it's original architect. Or perhaps it serves better as a reminder and relic of that grim past. The young assassin's son shrugged and took out a notepad and pen he had stowed in an inside pocket of his suit jacket.<br/><br/><span style=""color: #0000BF"">""Non sguardo.""</span>He muttered as he began to note down all the vantage points and escape routes to the room. It was a simple spell that simply allowed for him to not appear as an anomaly to most weak minded people. It was not uncommon for him to constantly have a spell active in order to mask his movements. His father had always taught him to always be prepared, and to never truly let his guard down.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #FFBF00"">Elysia</span></span></span>loudly yawned as the announcer explained the rules of the tournament. Her mind was completely focused on the rules and examining the arena, but her body was preoccupied with waking itself. She was not used to awaking in the dark which left her joyful morning persona somewhat confused. She responded like everyone else at the announcer's question, albeit her response sounded with far less energy.<br/><br/>""Ja ja. Natuurlijk."" She said, as she rubbed her eyes and blinked herself back into consciousness. Her nap made her feel a lot better and though the lingering, untold memories still haunted her, she was glad to be out and competing. She enjoyed tournaments far more than duels as most participants never aimed to kill in tournaments, and they are usually filled with joyfulness and not macabre. She looked around as the first two combatants began to fight and spotted Kal sitting among the competitors. She opened her mouth to greet him but quickly stopped and bit her lip shut. She reasoned that after the day's events perhaps she shouldn't initiate conversation, he may still be overly concerned.<br/><br/>However, Elysia did feel some slight relief by discussing her past that day. And on top of that, she also now knew exactly what her breaking points are. She felt a sense of relief, knowing that she no longer had to hide everything from her comrades. She sighed in relief and joyously watched the spectacle."
11014,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=675,2015-11-23T15:04:00,Saleon,"<blockquote><div><cite>Mortelatuzia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=26772459#p26772459"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #FFBF00"">Elysia</span></span></span> loudly yawned as the announcer explained the rules of the tournament. Her mind was completely focused on the rules and examining the arena, but her body was preoccupied with waking itself. She was not used to awaking in the dark which left her joyful morning persona somewhat confused. She responded like everyone else at the announcer's question, albeit her response sounded with far less energy.<br/><br/>""Ja ja. Natuurlijk."" She said, as she rubbed her eyes and blinked herself back into consciousness. Her nap made her feel a lot better and though the lingering, untold memories still haunted her, she was glad to be out and competing. She enjoyed tournaments far more than duels as most participants never aimed to kill in tournaments, and they are usually filled with joyfulness and not macabre. She looked around as the first two combatants began to fight and spotted Kal sitting among the competitors. She opened her mouth to greet him but quickly stopped and bit her lip shut. She reasoned that after the day's events perhaps she shouldn't initiate conversation, he may still be overly concerned.<br/><br/>However, Elysia did feel some slight relief by discussing her past that day. And on top of that, she also now knew exactly what her breaking points are. She felt a sense of relief, knowing that she no longer had to hide everything from her comrades. She sighed in relief and joyously watched the spectacle.</div></blockquote>Kal took a conservative seat next to the side-front of the stadium. In these moments, watching the competition, he revealed a strategist's heart and voracity. He was unafraid to dissect the competition during a competition. His eyes would violate the fighters, analyzing them in their most minute of moments. He had little care for personal feelings at these moments as his sight-lines scanned their inner-nature, their aura, their magic... their fighting spirit. He'd taken no time at all to visually eye each person invasively, and pervasively. One couldn't help feeling his harrowing eye peer like a hawk amongst its prey, scowling out the last one, till the course of action was clear. He'd swoop when it was clear and uncommon for movement. A swift hawk, with no apprehensions.<br/><br/>His glasses had been found within his hands, edged to his face. They seemingly took to be perpendicular his face. They had no real reason to be, but he took a small comfort in watching it without a clear image. He tackled the scene from multiple perspectives, with his glasses being one of them. The blur allowed him to take a larger picture-- one without detail, but still with clarity. He soon moved his glasses back to his face, clicking the sides back to their upright position and situated them on his face. The topmost part had come to just barely touch the root of his nose. They landed perfectly to the top. His glasses were the only refined thing, as his hair portrayed an unkempt, rugged disposition, which either betrayed or defined his character. The black of his hair seemed nebulously undefined, not a clear black, nor grey, nor dark black, nor light black. It seemed to just be black as a concept. He sat nestled with his hands lifting his face, save for his right hand which sometimes moved to grasp something. His head was hunched over, taking full support of its weight upon his hands. He motioned slightly with his right hand to grasp an illusory light in the sky. The fingers tipped to his lips. The cigarette seemingly gave out an imaginary orange pyre from the end farthest from him. The non-existent smoke seemed to dazzle in a curly line above him, had it been real it could have annoyed the people who sat above him, with its noxious smell. His desires were subconscious, but not enough to distract him at this moment.<br/><br/>He'd hoped to have seen Ritz fight beforehand, get an idea of who she was. She seemed like a mighty competitor, but he'd known the fight would happen at some time. He would wait with anticipation for his fight, as she seemed like a worthy competitor."
11015,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=675,2015-11-24T19:37:00,Elysian Kentarchy,"<span style=""color: #0000FF""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Rache</span></span></span><br/><br/>""This tournament being hand to hand will be a drawback for us since we don't have any specialization in it but thankfully we have our magic."" I tell Kristina as we walk through the stands. ""What is most important is that we give a good accounting for ourselves and the Order is that understood?""<br/><br/>""Crystal."" She says rubbing her eyes. She is a bit tired, as am I. We had to stay up late last night because of some ritualistic aspects concerning both Kristina and our Order last night. But the sight of battle is quickly waking us up.<br/><br/>""Good. I do not want you to reveal all your powers unless absolutely neccessary but I can't give you commands during the duel.""<br/><br/>""That will be a problem."" She admits.<br/><br/>""Exactly. Hence why I am ordering you to have freedom of action. If someone touches you ignore it and focus on beating them. Do not use your powers unless you view them as needed but otherwise do what you want to. Throw them out of the ring with telekinesis, mess up their minds with telepathy, hell inflict horrors on their mind if you think you need it to win, beat them into submission with your hands, anything that will allow you to win you do it but you can't go overboard. Understood?""<br/><br/>""Very much so Knight-Commander-sama"" Kristina responds.<br/><br/>""Excellent. The only condition I ask is that you don't use THAT memory to fuel your telepathy. This is still a tournament and thus everyone needs to come out alive and relatively unharmed mentally. That memory is only to be used on a bitter enemy.""<br/><br/>""Understood."" She asks a bit pale as the memory comes back.<br/><br/>""I order you to forget that memory for now."" I order quickly to delay a breakdown, we don't have the time and this isn't a good place for me to treat her if she does have one. ""It has no purpose in being remembered at the moment, what the Dragon-worshiping bastards did to you is irrelevant right now.""<br/><br/>""Of course."" She says returning to normal.<br/><br/>""Great. Now let's find a seat."" I tell her as we walk through the stands. We come across Elysia who is sitting with some seats open around her. ""Excuse me Elysia-san but are these seats taken and if they aren't can we take them ourselves?"" I ask politely."
11016,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=675,2015-11-24T23:24:00,Atlannia,"""Oh? I'm up already huh?"" wondered Lillin, covering up a small yawn as the announcer explained the order of the fights.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">So I don't get to go up against her until the finals? What a drag, </span>thought Lillin, walking out to take up her position in the ring unhurriedly, her hands resting behind her head.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">I guess it's fitting though, at least this way I won't get bored before the end.</span>Lillin thought, her mouth stretching into a devious smile.<span style=""font-style: italic"">So who exactly am I up against first?</span><br/><br/>Lillin's purple eyes scanned the crowd of contestants and alighted on a light haired boy who reacted visibly when the name was called and then began moving towards the ring.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Elysian Kentarchy <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=26788834#p26788834"">wrote</a>:</cite>---</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Rache Olderen huh?</span>thought the girl, studying him through half open eyes as she stretched out her arms and shoulders to loosen up.<span style=""font-style: italic"">That means nothing to me...doesn't it</span><br/><br/>Lillin frowned and kept frowning as Rache entered the ring and took up a position opposite her, she nodded loosely as the announcer stood between them and covered the rules once more, plainly bored with the formalities.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">We already heard all this, anyone who can't pay that much attention should have just stayed home</span>she thought, lazily locking eyes with Rache.<br/><br/>Suddenly her smile reappeared.<br/><br/>""Your the one everyone's been babbling about,"" she said to Rache, interrupting the announcer and causing the man to stumble slightly over his next words. ""You fought a duel or something, or won it rather."" Lillin's smile widened and became predatory, resembling the serpent her order was named for. ""How scary, I hope you aren't gonna be too rough on me."""
11017,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=675,2015-11-25T00:05:00,Mortelatuzia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #FFBF00"">Elysia</span></span></span>lost herself in her thoughts. She watched the fight with her eyes and observed the combatants, but her mind thought of other things. She had dreamed about him again in her short nap. Her slowly reached inside of her left pocket and she felt the familiar material of the golden scarf that was hidden inside. The superstitious girl inside her reckoned it was this object that kept her thoughts on him. For a moment she considered not keeping it with her to put her heart to rest, but quickly changed her mind, frowning at her own thought. It would be selfish of her, and it would defeat the entire purpose of it. She wasn't ready to forgive him, or to even see him again, but she knew that she couldn't just abandon him. It would go against everything, all the promises, hopes, and dreams that they now couldn't share.<br/><br/>When she heard her name being called she was slightly startled, but relieved to find Rache and Kristina and not Kal. He too was on the list of people she didn't feel ready to face. She smiled at the duo and made a quick bow of her head. ""Of course! No problem at all. Actually, I've been meaning to ask h-""<br/><br/>She didn't get to finish before the announcer's booming voice came on and she noticed the Speed Magic user from the match had been pushed off the platform. In the next instance, Rache was called up to face a girl that Elysia did not know. Slightly bummed that she didn't get to ask her question, but still with her usual radiant energy she called after him.<br/><br/>""Looks like you're up. Good luck!"""
11018,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=675,2015-11-25T00:34:00,Elysian Kentarchy,"<span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""color: #0000FF"">Rache</span></span></span><br/><br/>""Of course! No problem at all. Actually, I've been meaning to ask h-""<br/><br/>""Well I suppose I must go down. Wish me luck."" I remark to Kristina and Elysia. ""You can ask me whatever question you have after the fact. My door is open for everyone."" I say with a smile.<br/><br/>""Knight-Commander-sama."" Kristina says standing.<br/><br/>""Yes, Hymenaios-kun?"" I ask and she quietly places her left hand on my right shoulder and her left hand where my heart would be.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Sail on fearlessly, our Pride of vigil. Hope of Vigil, you are the burst of faith of the People.""</span>She says reciting part of the Hymn of Farewell to Vigil.<br/><br/>I place my hands over hers.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Oh Vigil, oh Vigil, We report our victories to you, our dear Vigil. And to the heritage left by you for us.""</span>I reply in the next stanza and I look over at Elysia-san. ""In case you are wondering, no the two of us are just friends but this is a common thing back home. Our people are very ritualistic and close with each other and this is something friends do for each other before they go into battle."" I explain since I don't want rumors about us and I walk off but I hear Kristina singing in her singing voice that most back home agree is beautiful, 'the Songbird of the Ninth' as she is also known as, a voice I am glad she recovered.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Whether it storms or snows, or the sun smiles on us,<br/>The day glowing hot, or the night freeing cold.<br/>Dusty are the faces, but our spirits are high, yes, spirits are high.<br/>We charge through there in the storm's wind.</span><br/><br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Down at the arena....</span><br/><br/>""Your the one everyone's been babbling about. You fought a duel or something, or won it rather. How scary, I hope you aren't gonna be too rough on me.""<br/><br/>A taunt I instinctively feel, and even if I couldn't that smile is a dead give away. ""Well I certainly can't take it easy on you miss. Battle is supposed to be rough, fun some would say, but very rough, almost dangerously so."" I say with a bow and a smile. ""But certainly you know your way around a fight? Snakes are illusive and creative creatures are they not? So even if their opponent is rough they can worm their way out of most things."" That smile reminds me of a snake so I feel the need to tack it on. ""But babbling about others is certainly a waste is it not? Duels are fought and won and lost all the time but it always preferable to see your opponent do battle rather than listen to others talk about it, and it is even greater if you are doing the fighting yourself. Thus you can know yourself and your opponent."" I keep up the smile, a smile that one says belongs to an old man who is always eager for battle, it is a smile I learned from my elders. ""Any quarter being given or asked for is a grave insult and in many circumstances is death so one who holds back when it counts is a fool wouldn't you say?""<br/><br/>I know I am at a disadvantage, my hand to hand is not something to boast about, but if you give up in the mind then you can never win a battle but I do not intend to give the field when it comes to a battle of words."
11019,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=675,2015-11-25T00:52:00,Ularn,"The Tor Desert had nothing like this.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>Being the closest thing the Kerembors had to a permanent settlement, Borzra Outpost did have a temple but, like the rest of the capital, it was little more than a slightly larger than average ger with the walls lined by statues of the disciples facing into the centre. A second smaller scarce made up of the eight blades of Aradain surrounded the God-Knight himself. Although the ger was better looked after than those owned by most families (and the people of the Tor took great pride in looking after their homes) and had stood long enough to be regarded as a permanent structure,its modest furnishings and construction had nothing on this grand stone monument. Borzra's temple would have been erected in an hour and could be dismantled in just as much time by two or three people; constructing this must have taken dozens of people weeks or maybe<span style=""font-style: italic"">months!</span>Even with the damage, it was plain to see the skill and craftsmanship that had gone into these statues and carvings.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>It was odd for Kyrissa to have come here. Rather than the typical stratotheism adhered to by most lawful orders, the Kerembors and those who lived under their rule practised something more akin to ancestral worship. Members of the family who had done great deeds were held up and venerated as an example for all other Kerembors to follow and most children could recite the names of the important ones by the time they were beginning their first sword lessons. Kere, Inus, Iatanja, Vaen, Jaun, Miri - in a few centuries Kyrissa would probably be teaching her children to add Nianja to that list once her mother was gone. As for the god, Aradain was regarded as the greatest redemit to have ever lived and as such his words, his deeds and his laws were deemed infallible. That was not to say he was regarded as a real 'god' - although no-one argued with the moniker of 'God-Knight' - but at the same time his accomplishments went so far beyond what had been achieved by any other redemit that his example was only of limited use to the common man. Even Lady Sylvalladine - the founder of the order they served - was usually considered far to accomplished to be of assistance and so most Kerembors tended to keep their problems in the family and go out to one of the many monuments in the desert surrounding Borzra when they needed space for contemplation. The temple was mainly used by visitors and for festivals.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>Kyrissa was here for lack of a better alternative. Although much more renewed than she had been upon waking, she was still in no shape to be taking part in a spell casting tournament and had no stomach for more combat if she had. The idea of spectating was just as unpleasant - especially once she heard Rache would be participating - and wandering aimlessly about the town held no interest for her. Besides, this seemed somehow appropriate.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>She was kneeling before the statue of Lady Sylvalladine with her eyes closed, palms rested in her lap and her sword placed neatly on the stone plinth in front of her that was typically used to receive offerings from more zealous followers than Kyr. The heavy, solid walls of the temple brought to her the sounds of respectfully hushed conversations and careful footsteps. While Alfenn tried to draw Jyna's attention to the craftsmanship of the decorations Kyr noted another set of footsteps coming towards her. They stopped with a muttered whisper and she opened one eye to was standing behind her, only to find no-one. In fact, the walker had carried on past her a few paces without making any sound at all. It was Gawiëhr. She opened both eyes and reached forward to collect her weapon b fore rolling back off herknees onto her toes and then rising to stand in one fluid motion. ""Hi again,"" she greeted, hooking the sword back into her belt."
11020,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=675,2015-11-25T03:19:00,Atlannia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Elysian Kentarchy <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=26791177#p26791177"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Your the one everyone's been babbling about. You fought a duel or something, or won it rather. How scary, I hope you aren't gonna be too rough on me.""<br/><br/>A taunt I instinctively feel, and even if I couldn't that smile is a dead give away. ""Well I certainly can't take it easy on you miss. Battle is supposed to be rough, fun some would say, but very rough, almost dangerously so."" I say with a bow and a smile. ""But certainly you know your way around a fight? Snakes are illusive and creative creatures are they not? So even if their opponent is rough they can worm their way out of most things."" That smile reminds me of a snake so I feel the need to tack it on. ""But babbling about others is certainly a waste is it not? Duels are fought and won and lost all the time but it always preferable to see your opponent do battle rather than listen to others talk about it, and it is even greater if you are doing the fighting yourself. Thus you can know yourself and your opponent."" I keep up the smile, a smile that one says belongs to an old man who is always eager for battle, it is a smile I learned from my elders. ""Any quarter being given or asked for is a grave insult and in many circumstances is death so one who holds back when it counts is a fool wouldn't you say?""<br/><br/>I know I am at a disadvantage, my hand to hand is not something to boast about, but if you give up in the mind then you can never win a battle but I do not intend to give the field when it comes to a battle of words.<br/></div></blockquote><br/><br/>""You sure talk a lot for someone who's supposedly made up his mind about what he's going to do already,"" said Lillin, one eye open as she slipped out of her jacket, leaving only a lighter, easier to move in wrap underneath. ""Try condensing it down for those of us not gifted with saintly attention spans. “Try it like this."" Lillin raised a hand to point at her opponent, her finger pressed together like a knife and her easy, predatory smile still in place. ""I'm going to crush you.""<br/><br/>As she spoke the announcer dropped his hand, signaling the start of the match .<br/><br/>Lillin seemed to fall, leaning forwards into a dash towards Rache, covering the distance between them with little wasted effort. With the same exhalation of breath that propelled her forwards she got off a rapid chant.<br/><br/>""SENN NI'KAI!""<span style=""font-style: italic"">The first cut</span><br/><br/>A quick to deploy spell intended for use as a first strike, sneak attack or a response to sudden threats. It was a simple honing spell only good for one attack but favored for speed and suddenness with which it could be wielded. It was rumored an obscure sect of warriors exclusively practiced Senn Ni'kai, refining it into a technique that could end fights in one strike before they even began. Of course most warriors of the Emerald Serpent preferred to draw out and enjoy their fights a little more but none of them looked down on seizing the initiative and the Serpents' propensity for coups, assassinations and ambushes made it a technique with a long and eventful history.<br/><br/>Lillin's hand glowed with a subtle energy as she dashed towards Rache, her hand leaving behind a faint after trail of light as it stabbed towards her opponent's midsection like a spear point."
11021,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=675,2015-11-25T08:38:00,Mortelatuzia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #000000"">Gawiëhr</span></span></span>proceeded to take his notes until he suddenly heard a familiar, feminine voice address him. He wondered why she was able to see through his spell, but then realized the weak spell was only meant to obscure his actions and not himself entirely. He quickly placed his notepad back in it's pocket, it would seem like a major disregard for the sanctity of the temple, and turned on his heels to face the girl.<span style=""font-style: italic"">'Ah.'</span>He thought, as he saw the red-""skinned"" girl from his previous encounter. He assumed she was too far into praying or meditating to make note of him, but clearly he was quite wrong. Mentally noting to be more cautious, he bowed with a courteous smile as she rose from the ground, almost appearing as though it were the ancient times and he was addressing royalty.<br/><br/>""Greetings. Nice to see you again, Madám Kyríssa. Good to see you are well."" He scanned the room quickly to try and find something to marvel at so that his actions didn't seem so jarringly strange. ""Quite a place, don't you think?""<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #FFBF00"">Elysia</span></span></span>couldn't help but smile as the duo proceeded with their ""ritual."" Even after Rache assured her of the normality of the event, she still felt touched by the strength of their obvious bond. As the girl began to sing she felt an odd sense of nostalgia, remind of the days when she used to sing with him or to him. Now that she thought about it, it was mostly a one-sided event as he used to only sing if they were completely alone. She warmly remembered his polished baritone voice and the harmonies they sang together during the rain season. But, it was a pastime she had long forgotten alongside the other fragments of her shattered life. She turned to the girl as she finished up her song and Rache stepped into the arena.<br/><br/>""You sing beautifully."""
11022,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=675,2015-11-25T19:36:00,Elysian Kentarchy,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #0000FF"">Rache</span></span></span></span><br/><br/>As soon as the announcer drops his hand I start muttering rapidly backing away the the edge of the ring. ""Nith-qaddash shim-mukh katusha. Mita Ulvanic Nikta Rulan Motus."" I skip several lines because of this being lower power, though admittedly this is a shortcut that does have its risks, namely a fifty-fifty chance I lose the ability to use one of my limbs so I can't run or anything briefly, and I teleport myself to the opposite side of the ring. I feel myself lose control over most of my leg so I can only stand or walk slowly for the next minute. I had hoped that she would take longer to fully register that I have disappeared and charge out of the ring thus giving me the match but she stops just short of doing so and I figure I only get a moment before she realizes what I did. ""Tsk."" I click my tongue in annoyance. ""Looks like the snake has good self control."" I mutter to myself and then remark out loud, the only thing I can do since I can't take advantage of her state of distraction with how my leg is. ""I disagree. War is fought in both words and blows. This is no different"" I tell her as she recovers from what just happened. If I had Solace I would fight her directly but I now I need to rely on hit and run tactics. I know this is a battle I can't win but I need to give a good accounting of myself. She runs at me again and I raise my hand to give a spell. ""Nith-qaddash shim-mukh katusha. Plundrar Bråd De våldtar Dod. Mita Ulvanic Nikta Rulan Motus."" Another shortcut yet it is one I don't mind taking since the only one at risk is her but I have a feeling nothing bad will happen to her.<br/><br/>She teleports and she is to the side of me. As soon as she starts teleporting I prepare to hit her and begin another spell. ""Nith-qaddash shim-mukh katusha. Plundrar Bråd De våldtar Dod. As soon as she comes through, with her side facing me, I hit her in the neck with my fist. ""Mita Ulvanic Nikta Rulan Motus."" I say finishing the spell. In this case it is a complete spell so I don't need to worry about my self and teleport slightly above her and use my good leg to kick her in the head. While doing so I prepare another spell ""Nith-qaddash shim-mukh katusha. Mita Ulvanic Nikta Rulan Motus."" Another shortcut and I teleport as far away as I can. Fortunately none of my limbs are taken out and feeling and control is starting to return to my left leg. I know I can't win in a straight up fight but I can try to whittle her down with bug bites. Teleporting myself doesn't use up too much energy while another person consumes more than I want to spare so I need to rely on myself. I prepare for her to come at me again.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #FF0000"">Kristina</span></span></span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">And if we are abandoned by treacherous luck,<br/>And if we don't return home again,<br/>If death's messengers finds us, and fate calls us away, yes, us away.<br/>Then we shall join our comrades in the grave.</span><br/><br/>""You sing beautifully."" The girl next to me says.<br/><br/>""A songbird who has been maimed, and beaten, and broken, is still a songbird. At least that was what Adina said about me."" I reply which is true since I faintly remember the nickname of the Songbird of the Ninth. ""Besides it is all ritual. That is what guides our lifestyles. No matter what nothing is meant by them besides tradition and ritual."" I don't know why but I feel like emphasizing that. ""Besides the commander ordered me to obey our rituals and thus I must always obey his orders. There is nothing else I exist for."" This chattiness is unusual for me but for some reason I feel my position is being questioned.<br/><br/>I turn my attention to the fight making note of the battle going on. As the fight goes on I know the truth despite it all.<span style=""font-style: italic"">He can't win this. Yet he fights.</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""color: #000040"">Akemi</span></span></span></span><br/><br/>I just keep sitting observing the battle going on. Rache-kun was always distinctive yet seeing him fight in a hand to hand battle is a refreshing change of pace. But he is out of his element so he won't last forever, a pity. I would have looked forward to fighting him hand to hand. Maybe some other time. I, of course, notice the Hymenaios girl but it isn't a surprise to see her here. My face turns sad, as it does every time I see her. I should have stopped them. I should have stopped them all. But it doesn't matter now does it? She is nothing more than a girl who has lost almost everything yet blindly clings to what little she has left. As soon as she loses that she will perish for there is nothing to keep her here. From what Rache-kun told me she can't feel love nor can she feel happy nor almost any other emotion. Only blind obedience and hatred, she sings yet she doesn't put her soul into it because it had mostly departed from her body. That's how deeply she was broken and disturbed. Yet I couldn't save her from my comrades. Just another atrocity I had to overlook in this war. Rache blames himself as a commander and I blame myself for witnessing it and doing nothing. Hence why she shouldn't even be out of a intensive care unit yet her Elders force her to fight, yet another atrocity."
11023,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=675,2015-11-25T21:06:00,Saleon,"Kal watched the speedy fighter be pushed out of the arena. He had a good start, but he did not go as far as he could. The one who had sided with the wind played an equally offensive stance. It caught the speedy fighter off-guard, as the one armed with the wind matched defensive powers with a convincing array of whirlwinds. Ultimately, the speedy one charged fully in an attempt to finish it, but was blown backward with force. It almost looked like it hurt-- how hard he was thrown-- but he simply stood back up and walked it off. He gave a slight thumbs up, before disappearing into the stands. He watched the other fights as well, as his careful eye delivered a visual reenactment of every fight back to him. The thrill of battle was only equaled by his will for knowledge. his eyes gave him all he could want in an instant.<br/><br/>Soon, it came time for his seed, and his fight. He tightened the wrap around his hands, and tugged slightly on his jacket. The school's clothes, as always, which he'd grown comfortable to only just a little. It was at least meant to be free-form and unrestricting, but it was built to fit the average fighter-- a broad characterization of what everyone could use-- therefore, you could never meet one's intricate needs and wants. His hands went to his sides and he walked to the arena with a calm disposition, which hid his unease. The nervousness was not unoriginal, as one could never shake that feeling from a competition, but he had gotten better at handling it.<br/><br/>He popped a couple of his knuckles, and rotated his head as to pop a couple more in his neck. He loosened himself up before standing straight in position. He gave three heavy breathes--in, out, in-- before taking a full stance. He had collected his thoughts, and embraced the feel of battle. His stance seemed to grasp many things on the battlefield, including the feel of the earth beneath his feet. His opponent would be Ritz, who controlled energy, was somebody he knew to be watchful against. She had many tricks up her sleeves, and wouldn't show her tricks at once.<br/><br/>Kal, the tactician, was similar, but with distinct differences. He devolved a battle into a key number of facts and tactics. He was an analyst, who would look into the opponent and seek out their next course of action. He'd keep a couple of things in the back as a surprise, and account for every outcome. He is one to watch his prey run and hide-- peddling its front legs aggressively, with hopes of escape. It soon finds what it thinks is the light at the end of a tunnel, only to find a dead end, and a dead realization of the stage before him. The tactician traps his enemy, and then forces them to come to terms with fate. His intention would be to analyze someone as well. The tacticians stands still and waits for the first blow, but only if he can. He stands still as a statue, seemingly motionless for ages. His breathe is the only thing to remind people he is alive, whereas his eyes do not wander from her. He did not give a brief reprise, nor a kink in his armor.<br/><br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FscJL5c02uw"" rel=""nofollow"">The ambient silence was chilling.</a>They didn't move, a war of attrition to see who would deliver the first strike.soon, Short words fling from his mouth in short quick snippets, his feet pedal into motion to the right of her, and he quickly snaps his fingers three times. Each snap sends a small whistle outward in a straight line. As soon as it gets close enough, they erupt into an expulsion of fire from singular points in front, behind, and to the side of her. The game of cat and mouse was afoot."
11024,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=675,2015-11-26T00:10:00,Ularn,"""It is,"" Kyrissa agreed, eyes raised to examine what was left of the ceiling for a moment before returning them to Gawiëhr, specifically to his feet before meeting his eyes with a slightly confused expression. ""Are you using some sort of spell at the moment?"" she asked."
11025,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=675,2015-11-26T04:37:00,Atlannia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Elysian Kentarchy <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=26800271#p26800271"">wrote</a>:</cite>As soon as the announcer drops his hand I start muttering rapidly backing away the the edge of the ring. ""Nith-qaddash shim-mukh katusha. Mita Ulvanic Nikta Rulan Motus."" I skip several lines because of this being lower power, though admittedly this is a shortcut that does have its risks, namely a fifty-fifty chance I lose the ability to use one of my limbs so I can't run or anything briefly, and I teleport myself to the opposite side of the ring. I feel myself lose control over most of my leg so I can only stand or walk slowly for the next minute. I had hoped that she would take longer to fully register that I have disappeared and charge out of the ring thus giving me the match but she stops just short of doing so and I figure I only get a moment before she realizes what I did. ""Tsk."" I click my tongue in annoyance. ""Looks like the snake has good self control."" I mutter to myself and then remark out loud, the only thing I can do since I can't take advantage of her state of distraction with how my leg is. ""I disagree. War is fought in both words and blows. This is no different"" I tell her as she recovers from what just happened. If I had Solace I would fight her directly but I now I need to rely on hit and run tactics. I know this is a battle I can't win but I need to give a good accounting of myself. She runs at me again and I raise my hand to give a spell. ""Nith-qaddash shim-mukh katusha. Plundrar Bråd De våldtar Dod. Mita Ulvanic Nikta Rulan Motus."" Another shortcut yet it is one I don't mind taking since the only one at risk is her but I have a feeling nothing bad will happen to her.<br/><br/>She teleports and she is to the side of me. As soon as she starts teleporting I prepare to hit her and begin another spell. ""Nith-qaddash shim-mukh katusha. Plundrar Bråd De våldtar Dod. As soon as she comes through, with her side facing me, I hit her in the neck with my fist. ""Mita Ulvanic Nikta Rulan Motus."" I say finishing the spell. In this case it is a complete spell so I don't need to worry about my self and teleport slightly above her and use my good leg to kick her in the head. While doing so I prepare another spell ""Nith-qaddash shim-mukh katusha. Mita Ulvanic Nikta Rulan Motus."" Another shortcut and I teleport as far away as I can. Fortunately none of my limbs are taken out and feeling and control is starting to return to my left leg. I know I can't win in a straight up fight but I can try to whittle her down with bug bites. Teleporting myself doesn't use up too much energy while another person consumes more than I want to spare so I need to rely on myself. I prepare for her to come at me again.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">So he's a teleporter/i] thought Lillin, gritting her teeth as she felt a solid lib collide with her shoulder. She turned rapidly to counter attack but her opponent had already vanished and her magically charged hand slashed through empty air. She didn't bother responding to his statement and merely hissed in annoyance as Rache reappeared out of easy attack range and continued chanting in preparation of another attack. <br/><br/>[i]So he's going for a hit and run strategy, how irritating</span>she thought, narrowing her eyes as Rache vanished again. This time the attack came from her right and although she didn't have time to block properly she was at least braced to receive the strike and took minimal damage.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">This isn't really hurting all that much</span>she mused, as Rache reappeared at a distance again.<span style=""font-style: italic"">I suppose he's not much of a hand to hand fighter... Is that why I don't get the feeling he's trying to win?</span>Lillin's purple eyes narrowed and took on a hard edge.<span style=""font-style: italic"">What a waste of time.</span><br/><br/>Lillin began to chant under her breath, not stopping even as Rache teleported in behind her and launched yet another attack, landing a blow between her shoulders. It hurt more than the earlier attack, there seemed to be a correlation between how often he teleported and easily he was able to move and attack immediately after appearing. But Lillin didn't care to analyse it any more than that, the match would be over soon.<br/><br/>She could feel the effects of her spell begin to kick in as she completed the first couple of lines, her heart rate increased and her pupils dilated as stimulants rushed through her blood, amplifying her senses and reaction times, the world seemingly growing sharper and brighter, her arms tingling as the wind caressed her hyper sensitive skin.<br/><br/>The breeze announced the arrival of Rache, his movements pushing the air ahead of him and with her skin this sensitive Lillin could discern the punch he was aiming her way almost as clearly as if she could see it and she swayed around it gracefully, swinging an arm around in the same motion to strike at the space he occupied.<br/><br/>Lillin felt the tantalising brush of fabric against her fingers as Rache hopped backwards out of range and then teleported away. Lillin's brow creased in annoyance.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Even like this I can't quite catch him, it's a real nuisance when he can just appear from any angle</span>Lillin thought, closing her eyes to focus more on the light wind that would give away Rache's arrival.<span style=""font-style: italic"">In that case I'll just pick somewhere where he has to attack head on.</span><br/><br/>When Rache attacked this time Lillin reacted differently, rather than simply absorbing the attack and countering she jumped in the opposite direction, sliding backwards until she was teetering on the edge of the ring, her hands stretched out for balance.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Now let's see if he takes the bait</span>thought Lillin, counting down the seconds in her head and opening her eyes in time to see Rache appear suddenly above her, one leg outstretched towards her clearly intended to kick her out of the arena.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Not this time,</span>Lillin's smile returned, as devious as ever as one of her outstretched arms snaked up to seize Rache's ankle while the other snagged his waist. She twisted and threw, using the momentum of Rache's kick against him and when the motion was complete Rache lay on his back outside of the arena while Lillin leaned over him, her hands on his chest to keep from touching the ground while the tip of one foot rested inside the arena, the other raised in the air to keep her balanced.<br/><br/>""Wars are started with words and ended with blows, that's my way of thinking,"" said Lillin, her eyes staring down into Rache's as she smiled thinly. ""Oh and the next time you fight me you better be trying to win,"" she said, her hands sliding downwards slightly as she pushed herself up onto her feet in one smooth motion. ""I hate guys who don't take me seriously,"" she said, winking slyly before tossing her hair out her face and walking back to the sidelines as the announcer called out the results of the match.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Well that was dull, I suppose it was an adequate warmup at least.</span>"
11026,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=675,2015-11-26T04:45:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Atlannia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=26769475#p26769475"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Zarkenis Ultima <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=26767869#p26767869"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Alright, feel free to look around and ask Cyranis any questions."" Arcander spoke to the students he had brought along with him to the trip to the temple. They were not too many, but they were enough, he thought to himself. He then looked at Gawiehr. ""Neilender, please try not to wander off. I am well aware that everyone here can watch out for themselves but even so, it is our duty to look after you, and Shanath asked me to keep an eye on you while she makes sure that nothing happens at the magic competition in town."" The white-haired aspirant explained.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Alfenn had absorbed the lecture with one ear, his attention mainly focused on the elaborate border work surrounding some of the insignias. <br/><br/>“Our own archives had this motif pegged as not developing for another two centuries after this temple was built,” he said to no one in particular in a tone caught halfway between enthusiasm and irritation. “This is a rather good example too.” He mused “How fortunate the important parts of the temple survived intact.” He murmured, ignoring the sunlight pouring in where the roof had been previously, adding golden highlights to his dark hair. <br/><br/>“Jyna, look at the detail on these leaves! I wonder if these are native flora or a more traditional recurring symbol?” </div></blockquote><br/>""The leaves...?"" Jyn asked, quite taken aback by the whole temple, though not as much as her reaction to the nature of the planet. She was merely impressed, not overwhelming elated. She paused, feeling the holiness of the place. It spoke to her to some degree, even if she was not particularly religious. ""I don't know. I haven't seen anything like them on the planet so far, but it might be a species we just haven't gotten to see."" She remarked."
11027,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=675,2015-11-26T05:13:00,Elysian Kentarchy,"<span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #0000FF""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Rache</span></span></span></span><br/><br/>My blows are not doing enough damage, I know this much. Effectively I have enough energy to keep this up for a while and thus my bug bite strategy will work if I can just lower her shields enough, if that happens I win. If not I suppose I do not. My opponent surprises me by backing into a corner. This is a trap and I know it but if I can move faster than her then I win if she moves faster than me I lose. So I teleport one last time, intending to hit her as fast as I can. As soon as I come through she grabs me and throws me out of the ring. I glare at her from my position and hears what she says. ""Wars are started with words and ended with blows, that's my way of thinking. Oh and the next time you fight me you better be trying to win, I hate guys who don't take me seriously."" When she steps away I speak.<br/><br/>""Try to win?"" I ask getting up, I expected this conclusion so I don't exactly care. ""Perhaps but in a competition like this you had me at a disadvantage. Perhaps another day with different weapons we can have a more satisfying battle."" I bow my head slightly to concede the match. ""Though I am grateful for the match. Best of luck."" I tell her as I walk away. For me my pride can't be hurt from losing what I knew would be lost, I would have committed suicide long ago if it was with all the setbacks I have had but instead I use every battle as a learning opportunity to see my limits and improve them.<br/><br/>But I do disagree with that, to me wars are started by words and more often than not ended by words, otherwise they would only end in genocide.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #FF0000""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Kristina</span></span></span></span><br/><br/>I place my hand in my pocket and curl it into a fist. ""Well I suppose that was the result in the end. A good showing is all that he could have given."" I remark taking my hand out and resting my hands on my lap. ""The commander is certainly not great at everything."" I shrug. ""That is why the Ninth has more than one Knight, in harmony we work for our goals."" Though I say that I do feel an odd sense of anticipation, the commander gave me freedom of action which is rare enough for me to want to do something. I hear a laugh that for some reason sounds familiar but I figure it must be my imagination, there is no way by Mael she can be here. I would sooner have her fighting the rest of the Ninth than be here.<br/><br/>I hum under my breath the words to another song.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Our cause is lost, no more we fight against overwhelming power, all wearied are our limbs and drenched with the sweat of many battles. We yield to them to day while we proudly bear our colors.</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""color: #004000"">Akemi</span></span></span></span><br/><br/>I smile and chuckle slightly. ""Rache-kun was never great at hand to hand and he knows it. But it was still refreshing to see him fight without Solace. Maybe I should give him some pointers on hand to hand while I am here."" I chuckle again. ""Though I will need to make sure I can still win even with what I teach him otherwise he would kill me."" I burst out laughing and grinning at the thought. ""But that is to be expected from him, if he didn't try to kill me at almost every chance he got I would be disappointed. Nearly ten years have gone by since we first tried to kill each other yet we have not grown bored of our chase."" I calm down but keep smiling. I guess I will just have to get to the finals and beat her then if she makes. It wouldn't do to stand by and do nothing after all would it? That and I joined this competition for the sake of a good fight so I am looking forward to it. I crack my knuckles slightly, a good fight makes everything worthwhile."
11028,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=675,2015-11-26T06:57:00,Esternial,"It was her turn now. Ritz felt her legs trembling with anticipation before she pushed herself onto her two feet. The vast presence of onlookers acted as a dense reservoir of energy, all the energy flowing out of their bodies seeping into hers. While focusing on condensing the energy within her core, Ritz seemed as if she had been lulled to sleep and paid no attention to the other fights at all. Accumulating all this energy felt different than last time, when she fought the heretics alongside her fellow students. The pain of so much energy instantaneously surging throughout her body was still etched into her memory. This time however, it flowed in gradually, in small pockets that she could process without pain or strain on her mind. The sensation was like that of a bamboo rocker, filling up and dispensing its contents with a light thud into a water reservoir, and it felt as soothing as being in the presence of one.<br/><br/>During the two matches, Ritz erected four barriers that contained all the cumulative energy ebbing from the people around her into her body. To those closest around her, the energy radiating from her would feel as a warm summer's eve.<br/><br/>Ritz felt absolutely bursting with energy, and keeping it under control demanded a great deal of mental fortitude. Standing still only made things harder, so as soon as she stood up she ran towards the edge of the arena, pushed herself off with her hands and landed on the platform after executing a perfect double front flip.<br/><br/>Though usually calm and collected, whenever Ritz was amped up she felt a rush of euphoria, but she always maintained an air of serenity around her. Her attention remained fixed on Kal as she took her position and observed the boy - no, the man - in front of her. His eyes drew all her attention, staring intensely at her. Ritz knew that Kal wasn't simply preparing to fight - he was<span style=""font-style: italic"">planning</span>. So was she.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Now.</span><br/><br/>Ritz felt a flux in Kal's energy as he began his incantation, and she didn't waste a moment to react. A surge of energy cascaded down into her legs as Kal began his attack. She had lowered the first barrier. Fire manifested all around her, but Kal hadn't accounted for one dimension.<br/><br/>It was hard to see Ritz' shadow above Kal with the bright flames illuminating the arena, but the fight wouldn't be won with a single move. As she came bearing down on him with an axe kick, her foot found nought but the metal platform, which dented as if it were a mere tin can. As she looked up, Ritz and Kal briefly made eye contact, but Ritz did not hesitate for one moment and acted quickly with a follow-up. She lifted herself off the ground with her hands and twisted her body around, performing a flare to gain momentum and land a powerful kick straight against Kal's side that threw him off his feet and sent him hurling several feet away from her. Then, she pushed herself off the ground and landed onto her feet. Ritz felt a momentary wave of excitement. Most other students would no doubt beat her in a fight with weapons, but now she could show her true prowess in combat."
11029,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=675,2015-11-26T10:12:00,Zarkenis Ultima,"""No rush, Kihari."" Elsis grumbled at the serpentine woman as she watched the battle between the speedster and the airbender with an absent gaze, seemingly more preoccupied with the conversation and, most importantly, with her own thoughts. ""I simply want to test myself with these people, that's all. It's not often that I have to fight without Salamander, but I'm pretty sure I can do well enough."" The girl with coral red hair said with a small shrug of her shoulders as she leaned back on her seat, her arms crossed over her chest. It was true, indeed, that most of the time, while fighting against hostile Redemit or otherwise when involved in any sort of duel or competition, she would usually defended herself and attacked by making use of her enormous magma-like broadsword, only using her fire magic and her hand-to-hand fighting as a compliment, but that by no means implied that she was less skilled with either of those. Her magic and her unarmed combat were both as finely honed as her swordfighting was, even if she didn't use them in live situations as often. She trained those disciplines as much as she trained her swordfighting, if not more, and it had certainly paid off thus far, though she was yet to put them to test while deprived of the use of her dear Salamander.<br/><br/>As she mentally went over the battle arrangements and mused over her potential opponents, however, the braveblood let out a sigh, half annoyed, half dismayed. ""If anything, there's someone I'd rather<span style=""font-style: italic"">not</span>fight, but if it comes down to that, I suppose I will have to.""<br/><hr/><br/><br/>As the students mingled with each other or explored the various areas, statues and symbols of the temple, Arcander was content with merely hanging back and observing them, making sure to never lose any one of them from sight. Thankfully he was relatively adept at watching over people, having had to watch over his younger sister during his time back home and being more or less his group's mature person (or as they were fond of saying, nanny) during his trainee years (though during his recruit years he had on occasion been the reckless one, experiencing firsthand how a crush can make one act stupidly). It was, for the most part, a simple enough task, though he was struggling to keep watch on Gawiehr for some reason, suspecting that he was using some sort of obfuscating spell. The white-haired aspirant frowned slightly at this, but said nothing. If he happened to feel more comfortable that way, then so be it, he wouldn't get involved.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, Cyranis herself was further inside exploring the central room of the Temple of Glarkanios. Not too many students had approached her with questions, and after replying to those who did, she had decided that she might as well make the most of the experience. She had been to this temple plenty of times already, both on previous school trips and on the occasional diplomatic trip to Gladia before that, during her days on the Phantom Host. With that said, she often neglected exploring the temple in full, instead picking bits and pieces to examine in full detail during each trip. If nothing else, it kept her entertained whenever she had to visit one of these, and she sometimes enjoyed torturing her students with absurdly detailed questions about it.<br/><br/>This trip, it was the turn of the central chamber at last, and so, she opted to start with the enormous statue of Aradain in the center, walking up to it and simply staring at it for a moment. Despite having seen plenty of impressive things before, this never failed to awe her, and so, mesmerized by the aura of holiness surrounding the statue of the almighty God-Knight, the one-eyed instructor reached out to touch the blade Kalibras.<br/><br/>And promptly collapsed, unconscious."
11030,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=675,2015-11-26T12:50:00,Ularn,"""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Tjov!</span>"" Kyrissa cursed as she caught Cyranis' collapse out the corner of her eye. ""Arc, over here!"" she shouted, drawing the attention of the class' aspirant and healer as she darted away from Gawiëhr with an apologetic glance. Through the ring of swords towards the professor, she came to a halt on her knees with arms raised and a spell already on her lips as she reached out with her mind to locate the cause of her sudden unconsciousness.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Na peni ot Opohu Nupvuae. Auy lommif na gevjis; qsiqesi vu foi.</span>""<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>The spell was weighty and clumsily worded compared its purpose but with her limited healing powers it was the best Kyr could put together. Anything she could diagnose now might save Arcander time when he got over here in a few moments."
11031,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=675,2015-11-26T13:04:00,Mortelatuzia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #000000"">Gawiëhr</span></span></span>finished scanning the room and returned her attention to the red girl. She seemed sweet, though that may just be the aftereffect of whatever had occurred that morning. There was a peculiarity about her, though not of her body covering tattoo work. She seemed to be lost in an unfamiliar world with unfamiliar people, not unlike himself. Though, she obviously had other ways of dealing with her problems as he had heard about her duel. Honor was a concept he never quite got the grasp of. Loyalty and comradery he understood well, at least for a select few people, but he never quite understood that concept of honor. Perhaps it was the lack of order back home that deafened him to such disputes, but even those ""judicial"" duels back home that were based on honor he never quite understood. As he finished his thoughts the girl brought her head up and locked eyes with him. She asked him simply if he was using a spell.<br/><br/>Gawiëhr silently cursed himself as he heard her say those words. Not only was a he spotted, but she also figured out it was his doing and not some trick of the mind. His father would've scolded him for three hours if he found out about that.<span style=""color: #FF0000"">""Cessare.""</span>He said bluntly, cancelling the spell and realizing that if he was going to disappear it shouldn't be in a place where people are always looking for him. He was about to answer when he heard a thunk and saw the instructor had collapsed beside the statue. He whistled for the student escort to come and have a look, but walked himself at a leisurely pace toward the accident. He had no healing magic, he could not assist directly. What he did do however, was scan the surrounding area very carefully to try to find the source of the incident, and whether or not foul play was involved."
11032,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=675,2015-11-26T15:42:00,Saleon,"<blockquote><div><cite>Esternial <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=26803625#p26803625"">wrote</a>:</cite>Though usually calm and collected, whenever Ritz was amped up she felt a rush of euphoria, but she always maintained an air of serenity around her. Her attention remained fixed on Kal as she took her position and observed the boy - no, the man - in front of her. His eyes drew all her attention, staring intensely at her. Ritz knew that Kal wasn't simply preparing to fight - he was <span style=""font-style: italic"">planning</span>. So was she.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Now.</span><br/><br/>Ritz felt a flux in Kal's energy as he began his incantation, and she didn't waste a moment to react. A surge of energy cascaded down into her legs as Kal began his attack. She had lowered the first barrier. Fire manifested all around her, but Kal hadn't accounted for one dimension. <br/><br/>It was hard to see Ritz' shadow above Kal with the bright flames illuminating the arena, but the fight wouldn't be won with a single move. As she came bearing down on him with an axe kick, her foot found nought but the metal platform, which dented as if it were a mere tin can. As she looked up, Ritz and Kal briefly made eye contact, but Ritz did not hesitate for one moment and acted quickly with a follow-up. She lifted herself off the ground with her hands and twisted her body around, performing a flare to gain momentum and land a powerful kick straight against Kal's side that threw him off his feet and sent him hurling several feet away from her. Then, she pushed herself off the ground and landed onto her feet. Ritz felt a momentary wave of excitement. Most other students would no doubt beat her in a fight with weapons, but now she could show her true prowess in combat.</div></blockquote>The blow pushed him back a flight. He could see up into the sky as his body was launched away from her. He knew not to let himself be jettisoned, he manipulated the force, taking his right hand and using it as a turning point on the ground. His legs flew past his hand on a spin. He had just enough energy to push upward with his hand, flipping his body and allowing him to jump onto his legs with ease. It still didn't stop his legs from skidding dust up as he was pushed back even more. Dust could be seen trailing from his feet. ""Didn't see that coming,"" he mumbled. He quickly regained his balance and returned his eyes back to her eyes. ""this'll be fun,"" he giggled, while clenching his fist. He gave a slight moment of reprise, mimicking the start of this duel.<br/><br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7TQ9r_9l1i0"" rel=""nofollow"">He pulsed forth with intensity.</a><br/><br/>He began to frantically began sending out a number of words with bold feracity.""Mysmanos sipropulsen con fuega"" The lines spoke with a certain truth to them, coming out with the power of his order. The Ashtanaran language spoke with an ancient language unbeknownst to anyone but them. It gave them their own culture, their own tribe; in reality, it allowed them to exclude people from their ranks. Few people could learn it, even after hearing it all their life. You had to be tought it. ""Ylis cirkula."" His hands snapped out in front of Ritz. The whistling power seemed to come at multiple directions. Fire ignited around her, not fully closing though. He had run into the midst of the circle.<br/><br/>Tactician Kal had secluded both him and energized Ritz in a ring of fire. The hunter had caged his animal-- ready to battle, to fight-- to enter into a bloody confrontation. His fists locked tight and she entered into a swapping of blows. He was obviously not the better fighter, hand-to-hand, but he was still a cunning fighter-- A tenacious dueler. He played the fight out, plotting this out. He began with a sweep to the legs. She quickly dodged out of that and pulled out a blow to his jaw. He took it squarely, without flinching. Soon, his hands lunged forward to the side, smacking her in the side. His hair glistened with a drip of sweat, as he seemed to act as a boxer in the ring. It was a brisk brawl, and it would not end eaily.<br/><br/><br/>He began to call out another set of words as they continued to brawl, leaving it a surprise as to what would soon happen."
11033,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=675,2015-11-27T12:15:00,Esternial,"Kal recovered from Ritz' blow, as was expected from a student of the Silver Hand. Her opponent was calculated, but not lacking in ferocity. Though she would never admit it in a million year, Ritz secretly enjoyed the rush of adrenaline. It stood in strong contrast with her otherwise calm nature.<br/><br/>It didn't take a sixth sense to know Kal was preparing another attack. Ritz could see it in his eyes, and she was ready for anything he threw at her. Her mind was completely focused, her body bristling with excess energy that radiated outward. However, even Ritz hadn't expect Kal's next tactic: caging himself in with an opponent that excelled in close combat. She had thought that he'd prefer to stay out of her range and attack her with ranged fire magic. Did he have an ace up his sleeve?<br/><br/>His resistance against her attacks was fine, but not exquisite. His attacks were aimed perfectly, but lacked finesse. It was obvious that he was trained in hand-to-hand combat, but Ritz felt - knew - she was the better fighter.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Did he overestimate his abilities? Or am I overestimating mine?</span>Kal did have fire magic to his disposal, and clearly knew how to exploit it for tactical benefit. Her focus faltered for only a moment, long enough for Kal to benefit and strike her side. She'd feel it after the fight was over - at the mind her mind was too submerged in adrenaline for her to be bothered.<br/><br/>Another spell was in the works. This time she would give him the time to finish it. Right now they were both engaged in battle that could go either way, but Ritz wasn't planning on dragging it out.<br/><br/>With a restrained shout she tore down the next barrier, releasing the condensed energy throughout her body and infusing every single iota of it into her legs and a single fist. Her entire body momentarily emitted a faint light, before vanishing altogether, like a flash. In a matter of milliseconds she stood next to Kal and directed her fist straight at him. With enough force to splinter a large boulder, she couldn't help but worry about Kal's safety, but in a duel one couldn't afford to fight half-heartedly. Kal knew what he was getting into. So was she."
11034,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=675,2015-11-27T12:52:00,Saleon,"<blockquote><div><cite>Esternial <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=26817212#p26817212"">wrote</a>:</cite>Kal recovered from Ritz' blow, as was expected from a student of the Silver Hand. Her opponent was calculated, but not lacking in ferocity. Though she would never admit it in a million year, Ritz secretly enjoyed the rush of adrenaline. It stood in strong contrast with her otherwise calm nature. <br/><br/>It didn't take a sixth sense to know Kal was preparing another attack. Ritz could see it in his eyes, and she was ready for anything he threw at her. Her mind was completely focused, her body bristling with excess energy that radiated outward. However, even Ritz hadn't expect Kal's next tactic: caging himself in with an opponent that excelled in close combat. She had thought that he'd prefer to stay out of her range and attack her with ranged fire magic. Did he have an ace up his sleeve? <br/><br/>His resistance against her attacks was fine, but not exquisite. His attacks were aimed perfectly, but lacked finesse. It was obvious that he was trained in hand-to-hand combat, but Ritz felt - knew - she was the better fighter. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Did he overestimate his abilities? Or am I overestimating mine?</span> Kal did have fire magic to his disposal, and clearly knew how to exploit it for tactical benefit. Her focus faltered for only a moment, long enough for Kal to benefit and strike her side. She'd feel it after the fight was over - at the mind her mind was too submerged in adrenaline for her to be bothered.<br/><br/>Another spell was in the works. This time she would give him the time to finish it. Right now they were both engaged in battle that could go either way, but Ritz wasn't planning on dragging it out.<br/><br/>With a restrained shout she tore down the next barrier, releasing the condensed energy throughout her body and infusing every single iota of it into her legs and a single fist. Her entire body momentarily emitted a faint light, before vanishing altogether, like a flash. In a matter of milliseconds she stood next to Kal and directed her fist straight at him. With enough force to splinter a large boulder, she couldn't help but worry about Kal's safety, but in a duel one couldn't afford to fight half-heartedly. Kal knew what he was getting into. So was she.</div></blockquote>""Yel fuego de latierra estallan..."" his words called out. The fight had continued on, with each bout being an intense volley of blows. What changed his motions was that she had cast a spell of her own. He could see the energy ringing in her. She swiftly moved-- transported, it seemed-- in front of him with a blow lined up. His mind did not seem flustered, but instead continued speaking, ""en unesplosión."" The line was finished, the keys were in place.<br/><br/>""convenient,"" he muttered as she began to wind her punch. He snapped his fingers and watched as the ring of fire gathered to the side of her in an instant. An explosive force erupted from that singular point. The spell had to be used in a way not originally intended, but the effect was still strong. The original spell is meant to manipulate ""original fire"" --which it did-- channeling it into ""new fires."" He regains control and holds his ground. If he can't beat back her blows, its best to disrupt whatever momentum she has before it becomes a problem.<br/><br/>The complexities of the spell aside, It had messed up her punch and caused her to be pushed away from him. His calm resolve burned with intensity as he continued forward. He took a lengthy distance this time, not letting her get close, taking long sweeps with his leg in an attempt to keep a miserly distance from her. He began muttering out a new string of words, wrapping them around his fingers once again. He was ready to reveal one of his trump cards. Give only a small portion of your hand, best reveal the cards slowly as to trick them into guessing. Keeping your hand hidden merely keeps them on the defensive, as they continue to keep their expectations broader. They take a defensive, whereas it is best to keep them on an offensive."
11035,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=675,2015-11-27T13:42:00,Esternial,"No longer than a second. No more and her hit would have connected. Kal's managed to cast his spell just in time to force her to avoid its destructive power and break off her attack moments before it would have ended the fight. With a few backward handsprings, Ritz increased the distance between her and Kal, giving her time to collect her thoughts and regain her focus. Trying to end the fight with a single move was a big gamble, and she had already spent a great deal of energy to pull off that single move. Her heart was racing, her breathing heavy. The energy flowing through her body was pushing it to its limit. Once again, Kal was preparing another spell, a different one from the ones he used before. Never did he use the same one. How many more did he have in his arsenal?<br/><br/>This time, Ritz stood back and waited for Kal to cast his magic. She assumed a more careful approach, biding her time. That was one reason, but she also needed some time to recover after pushing her body so far in such a short time. For now she focused on containing the energy rushing throughout her body, preserving it. The remaining barriers were still firmly in place, but she wouldn't tear them down just yet."
11036,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=675,2015-11-27T15:22:00,Saleon,"<blockquote><div><cite>Esternial <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=26818325#p26818325"">wrote</a>:</cite>No longer than a second. No more and her hit would have connected. Kal's managed to cast his spell just in time to force her to avoid its destructive power and break off her attack moments before it would have ended the fight. With a few backward handsprings, Ritz increased the distance between her and Kal, giving her time to collect her thoughts and regain her focus. Trying to end the fight with a single move was a big gamble, and she had already spent a great deal of energy to pull off that single move. Her heart was racing, her breathing heavy. The energy flowing through her body was pushing it to its limit. Once again, Kal was preparing another spell, a different one from the ones he used before. Never did he use the same one. How many more did he have in his arsenal?<br/><br/>This time, Ritz stood back and waited for Kal to cast his magic. She assumed a more careful approach, biding her time. That was one reason, but she also needed some time to recover after pushing her body so far in such a short time. For now she focused on containing the energy rushing throughout her body, preserving it. The remaining barriers were still firmly in place, but she wouldn't tear them down just yet.</div></blockquote>Tactician Kal watched as the energized girl abridged her step, instead choosing to cart her way out of his immediate attack distance. It was a wise move in her decision, but it quickly highlighted the desperation in her mind. She had given all of her cards up at the worst possible instance. He carefully operated his words to increase effectiveness and width to better cage in the prey. This game of chance and skill was finally in his favor.<br/><br/>He stamped his foot on the ground, basing his next shot to do massive damage. He conjured up his spirit into one shot, coursing the energy through his body, until it was refined without uncertainty. His hand quickly lunged out like a rod. To shock and surprise, he did not snap his fingetrs, but instead he took two of his fingers extended them outwardly. For a femtosecond, his hand glowed of a blue ferocity, before being expunged with intensity. Bolts of lightning lunged out in wide arcs, as if the full force of a thunder storm had been released. The bolts ended quickly, but one could not ignore the loud crack that each bolt gave out simultaneously. The shot was destined to be felt throughout even a full-shielding.<br/><br/>The shot was taxing on him as well, requiring a good deal of his own energy. It was a shot that required time to regather the energy inside of him. His stance remained like stagnant, stoic, stone-like."
11037,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=675,2015-11-27T16:04:00,Esternial,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saleon <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=26819556#p26819556"">wrote</a>:</cite>Tactician Kal watched as the energized girl abridged her step, instead choosing to cart her way out of his immediate attack distance. It was a wise move in her decision, but it quickly highlighted the desperation in her mind. She had given all of her cards up at the worst possible instance. He carefully operated his words to increase effectiveness and width to better cage in the prey. This game of chance and skill was finally in his favor.<br/><br/>He stamped his foot on the ground, basing his next shot to do massive damage. He conjured up his spirit into one shot, coursing the energy through his body, until it was refined without uncertainty. His hand quickly lunged out like a rod. To shock and surprise, he did not snap his fingetrs, but instead he took two of his fingers extended them outwardly. For a femtosecond, his hand glowed of a blue ferocity, before being expunged with intensity. Bolts of lightning lunged out in wide arcs, as if the full force of a thunder storm had been released. The bolts ended quickly, but one could not ignore the loud crack that each bolt gave out simultaneously. The shot was destined to be felt throughout even a full-shielding. <br/><br/>The shot was taxing on him as well, requiring a good deal of his own energy. It was a shot that required time to regather the energy inside of him. His stance remained like stagnant, stoic, stone-like.</div></blockquote><br/>In hindsight, it might have been a err of judgement to step back. She had the advantage at close range, while Kal had already demonstrated his prowess at fire magic for long ranged attacks. She anticipated him to use area of effect magic, but in her current state she knew she wouldn't be able to evade it if he did. It was an inevitability, really, and she did her best to limit the impact of whatever he threw at her.<br/><br/>Lighting arched all around her, electrifying her entire body. It was too much to handle all at once, but Ritz drew onto all there energy she had available and forced it towards the periphery of her body, forming a shell of pure energy that cushioned the blow. She fell to her hands and knees, but not without reason. With every ounce of concentration she had, she used her body as a conductor, redirecting the electricity through the metal platform. Panting, and with a strained face, she looked at Kal, who was now experiencing a taste of his own medicine. The electric shock would throw him off his game long enough to get her act back together.<br/><br/>With some effort she stood back up and looked at Kal, waiting for a chance to act. She felt drained.<br/><br/>It was time to break open the penultimate barrier.<br/><br/>Ritz muttered few words between her laboured breaths, her mind reaching inward. The barrier enveloping a mass of raw power disintegrated, allowing the energy to spread outwards. More violently than before it surged throughout her body and reinvigorated every cell. Ritz clenched her teeth as she felt the pain of such a large amount of raw energy rampage throughout her body like a raging storm. It was a reminder that she was still unable to properly wield its power.<br/><br/>Her skin was tingling as white light radiated from it. She was literally glowing. For those sensitive enough to minute temperature changes, it would have seemed as if it went up with almost a degree for just a moment. For Kal, who stood much closer to her, the presence of a sudden but gentle warmth would be unmistakeable."
11038,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=700,2015-11-27T21:13:00,Saleon,"<blockquote><div><cite>Esternial <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=26820094#p26820094"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Saleon <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=26819556#p26819556"">wrote</a>:</cite>Tactician Kal watched as the energized girl abridged her step, instead choosing to cart her way out of his immediate attack distance. It was a wise move in her decision, but it quickly highlighted the desperation in her mind. She had given all of her cards up at the worst possible instance. He carefully operated his words to increase effectiveness and width to better cage in the prey. This game of chance and skill was finally in his favor.<br/><br/>He stamped his foot on the ground, basing his next shot to do massive damage. He conjured up his spirit into one shot, coursing the energy through his body, until it was refined without uncertainty. His hand quickly lunged out like a rod. To shock and surprise, he did not snap his fingetrs, but instead he took two of his fingers extended them outwardly. For a femtosecond, his hand glowed of a blue ferocity, before being expunged with intensity. Bolts of lightning lunged out in wide arcs, as if the full force of a thunder storm had been released. The bolts ended quickly, but one could not ignore the loud crack that each bolt gave out simultaneously. The shot was destined to be felt throughout even a full-shielding. <br/><br/>The shot was taxing on him as well, requiring a good deal of his own energy. It was a shot that required time to regather the energy inside of him. His stance remained like stagnant, stoic, stone-like.</div></blockquote><br/>In hindsight, it might have been a err of judgement to step back. She had the advantage at close range, while Kal had already demonstrated his prowess at fire magic for long ranged attacks. She anticipated him to use area of effect magic, but in her current state she knew she wouldn't be able to evade it if he did. It was an inevitability, really, and she did her best to limit the impact of whatever he threw at her.<br/><br/>Lighting arched all around her, electrifying her entire body. It was too much to handle all at once, but Ritz drew onto all there energy she had available and forced it towards the periphery of her body, forming a shell of pure energy that cushioned the blow. She fell to her hands and knees, but not without reason. With every ounce of concentration she had, she used her body as a conductor, redirecting the electricity through the metal platform. Panting, and with a strained face, she looked at Kal, who was now experiencing a taste of his own medicine. The electric shock would throw him off his game long enough to get her act back together. <br/><br/>With some effort she stood back up and looked at Kal, waiting for a chance to act. She felt drained. <br/><br/>It was time to break open the penultimate barrier. <br/><br/>Ritz muttered few words between her laboured breaths, her mind reaching inward. The barrier enveloping a mass of raw power disintegrated, allowing the energy to spread outwards. More violently than before it surged throughout her body and reinvigorated every cell. Ritz clenched her teeth as she felt the pain of such a large amount of raw energy rampage throughout her body like a raging storm. It was a reminder that she was still unable to properly wield its power.<br/><br/>Her skin was tingling as white light radiated from it. She was literally glowing. For those sensitive enough to minute temperature changes, it would have seemed as if it went up with almost a degree for just a moment. For Kal, who stood much closer to her, the presence of a sudden but gentle warmth would be unmistakeable.</div></blockquote>Kal stood still, until he was finally able to regain a steady fighting stance. She learned her mistake as quick as a needle whence the lightning arched through her body. He now realized how much of this battle was in his hands. She was strained to maintain herself, barely able redirect it before it finished her. He could have won right there, but fate had not given him that gift just yet. He had to prove it once more.<br/><br/>His hands clenched into fists, his feet took a ready pose, his eyes took a laser-sighted tracer to them-- He decided to take this chance and run it through. He was almost glad she rushed towards him, as it saved him the trouble. His foot transposed a line in the slight dirt of the floor and he arced his fist in a round blow forwards. She was able to block it, as he could still see the strained look across her face. She had cast another spell, which he knew to be wary of, but also knew this to be the best time to act. She could throw a huge blow soon, but she would also leave herself open. Her body did not have the fury to handle a strong-handed throttle, or so he reasoned. They were still locked in a throttle of combat, trading blows, but it felt that the bar she fought on had been lowered, just slightly. He took a couple of blows, but had the endurance to meddle through them. She had some resolve against that, too.<br/><br/>He held off on casting another magic, so that he could weigh the opponent's next move. He had to know for sure whether he'd have to reveal his hand entirely. He did not have the faculties of energy, after pulling such a sturdy lightning bolt of that nature. He could do small bolts, but a large arc and with such power put him at a slight disadvantage. He needed to know the odds before he revealed his ""last resort."""
11039,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=700,2015-11-28T04:50:00,Esternial,"Kal stood still, until he was finally able to regain a steady fighting stance. She learned her mistake as quick as a needle whence the lightning arched through her body. He now realized how much of this battle was in his hands. She was strained to maintain herself, barely able redirect it before it finished her. He could have won right there, but fate had not given him that gift just yet. He had to prove it once more.<br/><br/>His hands clenched into fists, his feet took a ready pose, his eyes took a laser-sighted tracer to them-- He decided to take this chance and run it through. He was almost glad she rushed towards him, as it saved him the trouble. His foot transposed a line in the slight dirt of the floor and he arced his fist in a round blow forwards. She was able to block it, as he could still see the strained look across her face. She had cast another spell, which he knew to be wary of, but also knew this to be the best time to act. She could throw a huge blow soon, but she would also leave herself open. Her body did not have the fury to handle a strong-handed throttle, or so he reasoned. They were still locked in a throttle of combat, trading blows, but it felt that the bar she fought on had been lowered, just slightly. He took a couple of blows, but had the endurance to meddle through them. She had some resolve against that, too.<br/><br/>He held off on casting another magic, so that he could weigh the opponent's next move. He had to know for sure whether he'd have to reveal his hand entirely. He did not have the faculties of energy, after pulling such a sturdy lightning bolt of that nature. He could do small bolts, but a large arc and with such power put him at a slight disadvantage. He needed to know the odds before he revealed his ""last resort.""<br/><br/>A strike at full force was too much of a wager. Ritz needed to deal with absolute certainties now. Though he didn't show it, Kal was getting worn out. Casting magic so often, especially of such high complexity and coverage, demanded a substantial amount of energy. Fortunately for Ritz, perhaps, his mistook her momentary lack of concentration for weakness. It took every ounce of it to withstand a spell of that scope. Kal was getting arrogant, and it played in her favour.<br/><br/>When Kal and her made eye contact, for only a moment, he would quickly understand his error in judgement. Ritz eyes were glowing with determination, not at all like those of a caged animal, and this time there was no distance to bridge. Maybe he had forgotten that she was the better fighter. Or maybe he wasn't aware that he was no longer in top form either. Either way, Ritz was determined to show him just how wrong he was.<br/><br/>""Kya!""<br/><br/>With a powerful shout Ritz planted her side of her hand against Kal's side. Reinforced with a dense pocket of energy, it lacked the sharpness of a blade but hit just as hard as one. It was strong enough to temporarily throw Kal off his wits, just what she needed. With the grace of a dancer she pivoted on one foot and strike with her other hand, this time using just the tips of her fingers to strike a single point with the ferocity and speed of a viper's lunge towards its prey. It took only a few seconds, but during that time she delivered more blows than were exchanged during the entire fight so far. Each of them targeted a specific area of Kal's body, a vital point, with pinpoint accuracy to have the most effect and disturbed the flow of energy inside his body. The way she executed those strikes didn't even look much like a series of attacks, but rather like an elegant dance that immersed her opponent in attacks and concluded with a powerful kick that didn't throw her opponent off his feet but instead slammed him directly onto the ground.<br/><br/>Ritz was back in top form, even if it would only last for a short time, but it gave her a distinct advantage over her opponents, most of whom only deteriorated the longer a fight dragged on.<br/><br/>""It's not quite over yet."" Ritz said with a playful smile, panting heavily. Magic or not, dishing out so many blows was physically tiring."
11040,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=700,2015-11-28T07:22:00,Atlannia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Zarkenis Ultima <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=26804871#p26804871"">wrote</a>:</cite>""No rush, Kihari."" Elsis grumbled at the serpentine woman as she watched the battle between the speedster and the airbender with an absent gaze, seemingly more preoccupied with the conversation and, most importantly, with her own thoughts. ""I simply want to test myself with these people, that's all. It's not often that I have to fight without Salamander, but I'm pretty sure I can do well enough."" The girl with coral red hair said with a small shrug of her shoulders as she leaned back on her seat, her arms crossed over her chest. It was true, indeed, that most of the time, while fighting against hostile Redemit or otherwise when involved in any sort of duel or competition, she would usually defended herself and attacked by making use of her enormous magma-like broadsword, only using her fire magic and her hand-to-hand fighting as a compliment, but that by no means implied that she was less skilled with either of those. Her magic and her unarmed combat were both as finely honed as her swordfighting was, even if she didn't use them in live situations as often. She trained those disciplines as much as she trained her swordfighting, if not more, and it had certainly paid off thus far, though she was yet to put them to test while deprived of the use of her dear Salamander.<br/><br/>As she mentally went over the battle arrangements and mused over her potential opponents, however, the braveblood let out a sigh, half annoyed, half dismayed. ""If anything, there's someone I'd rather <span style=""font-style: italic"">not</span> fight, but if it comes down to that, I suppose I will have to.""<br/><hr/><br/></div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Mmm I sort of know how you feel,"" replied Lillin, resting her chin on one hand as her eyes flicked between the two fighters occupying the ring. Unlike Elsis she seemed to be following the fight intently despite their conversation. ""Sometimes I'm not sure if I wield Laughing Dog or it wields me, it's certainly true that no one is very interested in testing out my hand to hand skills now that I hold it...Back home anyway."" Lillin smiled, something like hunger playing with her expression. ""It's different here, I wonder if I could get an event started like this on Lianen?.."" Lillin was quiet for a few moments as she considered the feasibility of that idea while the fight was resolved to a smattering of applause.<br/><br/>""I suppose this person you don't want to fight is your sister? Jynna? No, June?"" Lillin waved her hand in an admittedly rather dismissive fashion. ""It's something like that isn't it? Anyway if that's the case just go all out right from the start. It'll be over quicker, win or lo--Oh!""<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Esternial <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=26826009#p26826009"">wrote</a>:</cite>---</div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Saleon <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=26823636#p26823636"">wrote</a>:</cite>---</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""There!"" said Lillin, pointing out Ritz to Elsis excitedly, like a child zeroing in on the most expensive doll in a toy store. ""She's the one I want to fight!"" she explained, as the arena erupted into a spectacle of fire, electricity and glowing energy. Lillin's eyes were lit up in a comparable display. ""I'm getting fired up just watching!""<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=26803324#p26803324"">wrote</a>:</cite>""The leaves...?"" Jyn asked, quite taken aback by the whole temple, though not as much as her reaction to the nature of the planet. She was merely impressed, not overwhelming elated. She paused, feeling the holiness of the place. It spoke to her to some degree, even if she was not particularly religious. ""I don't know. I haven't seen anything like them on the planet so far, but it might be a species we just haven't gotten to see."" She remarked.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Mm both are quite possible,"" nodded Alfenn, still absorbed. ""There certainly is enough variety in the plant life here for that to be the case,"" After ruminating on the problem for a few moments while Jyn soaked up the atmosphere. Eventually he decided the easiest way to solve it was to simply ask and he turned towards Cyranis, the question on his lips.<br/><br/>""Profess-oh.""<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Zarkenis Ultima <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=26804871#p26804871"">wrote</a>:</cite>This trip, it was the turn of the central chamber at last, and so, she opted to start with the enormous statue of Aradain in the center, walking up to it and simply staring at it for a moment. Despite having seen plenty of impressive things before, this never failed to awe her, and so, mesmerized by the aura of holiness surrounding the statue of the almighty God-Knight, the one-eyed instructor reached out to touch the blade Kalibras.<br/><br/>And promptly collapsed, unconscious.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Alfenn stiffened slightly as the scene unfolded. He had no training or talent for healing magic so he reasoned he would only be in the way if he rushed over, Arcander would be best suited to that sort of thing. Instead Alfenn found himself glancing over towards the entrance to the temple, his hand straying to his belt near where his sword normally hung while he felt himself moving closer to Jyn. Alfenn was sure he was merely being paranoid, just because they had run into heathens once on this planet didn't mean there were dragon cults lurking under every rock and behind every corner surely.<br/><br/>All the same Alfenn didn't remove his hand from his belt and elected to mutter a quick chant, amplifying his hearing in case anyone or anything was approaching them."
11041,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=700,2015-11-28T12:06:00,Saleon,"<blockquote><div><cite>Esternial <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=26826009#p26826009"">wrote</a>:</cite>Kal stood still, until he was finally able to regain a steady fighting stance. She learned her mistake as quick as a needle whence the lightning arched through her body. He now realized how much of this battle was in his hands. She was strained to maintain herself, barely able redirect it before it finished her. He could have won right there, but fate had not given him that gift just yet. He had to prove it once more.<br/><br/>His hands clenched into fists, his feet took a ready pose, his eyes took a laser-sighted tracer to them-- He decided to take this chance and run it through. He was almost glad she rushed towards him, as it saved him the trouble. His foot transposed a line in the slight dirt of the floor and he arced his fist in a round blow forwards. She was able to block it, as he could still see the strained look across her face. She had cast another spell, which he knew to be wary of, but also knew this to be the best time to act. She could throw a huge blow soon, but she would also leave herself open. Her body did not have the fury to handle a strong-handed throttle, or so he reasoned. They were still locked in a throttle of combat, trading blows, but it felt that the bar she fought on had been lowered, just slightly. He took a couple of blows, but had the endurance to meddle through them. She had some resolve against that, too.<br/><br/>He held off on casting another magic, so that he could weigh the opponent's next move. He had to know for sure whether he'd have to reveal his hand entirely. He did not have the faculties of energy, after pulling such a sturdy lightning bolt of that nature. He could do small bolts, but a large arc and with such power put him at a slight disadvantage. He needed to know the odds before he revealed his ""last resort.""<br/><br/>A strike at full force was too much of a wager. Ritz needed to deal with absolute certainties now. Though he didn't show it, Kal was getting worn out. Casting magic so often, especially of such high complexity and coverage, demanded a substantial amount of energy. Fortunately for Ritz, perhaps, his mistook her momentary lack of concentration for weakness. It took every ounce of it to withstand a spell of that scope. Kal was getting arrogant, and it played in her favour. <br/><br/>When Kal and her made eye contact, for only a moment, he would quickly understand his error in judgement. Ritz eyes were glowing with determination, not at all like those of a caged animal, and this time there was no distance to bridge. Maybe he had forgotten that she was the better fighter. Or maybe he wasn't aware that he was no longer in top form either. Either way, Ritz was determined to show him just how wrong he was.<br/><br/>""Kya!"" <br/><br/>With a powerful shout Ritz planted her side of her hand against Kal's side. Reinforced with a dense pocket of energy, it lacked the sharpness of a blade but hit just as hard as one. It was strong enough to temporarily throw Kal off his wits, just what she needed. With the grace of a dancer she pivoted on one foot and strike with her other hand, this time using just the tips of her fingers to strike a single point with the ferocity and speed of a viper's lunge towards its prey. It took only a few seconds, but during that time she delivered more blows than were exchanged during the entire fight so far. Each of them targeted a specific area of Kal's body, a vital point, with pinpoint accuracy to have the most effect and disturbed the flow of energy inside his body. The way she executed those strikes didn't even look much like a series of attacks, but rather like an elegant dance that immersed her opponent in attacks and concluded with a powerful kick that didn't throw her opponent off his feet but instead slammed him directly onto the ground.<br/><br/>Ritz was back in top form, even if it would only last for a short time, but it gave her a distinct advantage over her opponents, most of whom only deteriorated the longer a fight dragged on. <br/><br/>""It's not quite over yet."" Ritz said with a playful smile, panting heavily. Magic or not, dishing out so many blows was physically tiring.</div></blockquote>""I never said it was. We both know... that<a class=""postlink"" href=""https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EUpLInv2zks"" rel=""nofollow"">This fight ain't over</a>,"" he mused. His own playful smile almost put them at an even level, currently. They both looked to show their fatigue. Kal was making big plays, but he had confidence still.<br/><br/>His code taught solidarity, courage; it was a rigorous knighthood, that played to each fighter as an art unto itself. His order, while tainted, had been his greatest strength; his code, shield; his resolve, a glistening sword. This fight reminded him of certain teachings. He may have underestimated her strength, but he did not underestimate his strength. He could feel the slight tingling of his magical energy as she pulsed through it. Energized Ritz hadn't let up, but his teachings did not let him falter. He returned to a calm level of control. He still had taken on an arrogance, but he didn't show it easily.<br/><br/>He decided that both of them wouldn't last longer, but also knew that if they were facing an equal amount of exhaustion... well that meant she had the better odds. He decided to risk it, and began the longer than usual casting time to begin his trump card. He'd needed to end this, because as war of attritions go, She could hit worse hand-to-hand. He began the solemn oath, ""Cada Redemit tiene unachispa. Estachispa fue diseñado desde eleprincipio de lostiempos...""<br/><br/>His breath could be hear throughout each pause, exasperated. He did not let his guard down, and did not lay his eyes off. He began a volley of blows, which had hit her as a beast thrashing back at the cruel hunter. The tactician had gone for a quick sweep to the legs, which she had gotten out of, followed by a round-house kick to the side. The side hit happened to be the one where she sustained a previous injury. The blow would've sent a slight recoil, but she still showed tenacity. He moved in for a couple of punches, but instead walking up to a quite clear guttural blow. It forced his mouth open, and almost as if his eyes had popped out. Even still, she seemed to have a refined posture in battle. He stepped back and regained his posture, to be hit with a swath of blows to the side. ""...dela que todos se empezaron igual que eldescenso del dios-rey comenzó ledad de oro."" He didn't lose his muster, and neither did she."
11042,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=700,2015-11-28T13:32:00,Esternial,"<span style=""font-style: italic"">Post co-authored with Saleon.</span><br/><br/>Despite being exhausted and injured, Ritz' opponent remained unrelenting. His attacks were sloppy and easy to counter, which led her to believe that he was nearing his end, but at the same time his chanting unnerved her. Though she had planned on letting the fight drag out, Ritz decided to act rather than passively await Kal's next move. She rarely underestimated her opponent so.<br/><br/>Ritz whispered a chant between her laboured breaths as she countered Kal's attacks and dealt out a flurry of blows of her own. Whatever Kal was planning, she had to take him down before he could execute it. Now wasn't time to show restraint. As words of power flowed across her lips, the remaining energy was condensed into a single point of one final burst. It was make or break. With a feint aimed at Kal's left side, she forced him to focus his attention and block, but before she could follow through Kal's lips stopped moving and her opponent jumped backwards. For a moment he seemed to cringe in pain as he landed, Ritz was sure of it. In fact, Kal did feel a sharp bolt of pain rush through his legs and up his spine, but he was couldn't surrender to any kind of pain now. Not now.<br/><br/>Kal extended his arm. Ritz clicked her tongue in annoyance as she recalled his electrical-type spell. His hand began to glow bright purple, two fingers extended as before. As her opponent focused his energy, Ritz wasted no time to act. Without a doubt in her mind she shot forward, heading straight towards Kal as lightning began to crackle around Kal's arm. Mere milliseconds would determine the outcome.<br/><br/>But then...nothing.<br/><br/>The electricity building up around Kal surged back inside of him, pain gripping his body as the feelings of exhaustion took their toll. All this time sheer willpower allowed him to ignore it, but at the precipice of calling forth such a complex spell his body refused to keep going any further. Letting out a long sigh as he fell to his knees, Kal's eyes momentarily stared at Ritz' fist as it stopped inches away from him, radiating a pleasant warmth that he only experience for a short while before the rest of his body gave way and his mind fell into unconsciousness, well before his face hit the floor.<br/><br/>Ritz, in turn, sighed in relief and dropped to her knees herself. One last time, she reached deep inside her body and carefully tapped into the well of energy contained behind the final barrier, replenishing her body and alleviating the pain that had started to spread throughout her body. It helped her focus her thoughts. She rolled Kal onto his back and rested his head on her lap, placing her hand across his forehead and infusing some of her own energy into Kal's unconscious body, enveloping him in a barely noticeable light and bathing him in a warm aura. Even if it didn't do much to mend his wounds, it would make waking up a much less unpleasant experience.<br/><br/>Her breathing still laboured and body recovering from exhaustion, Ritz tilted her head back towards the sky and closed her eyes, waiting for the announcer's voice and the staff to move in to help Kal off the platform."
11043,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=700,2015-11-29T06:59:00,Elysian Kentarchy,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #0000FF"">Rache</span></span></span></span><br/><br/>I return to where we were earlier. ""Well that is that. Hymenaios prepare for battle."" I tell her as she stands up.<br/><br/>""Yes. Knight-Commander.""<br/><br/>""A commander is one who inspires their troops, the one who leads without question, the one who guides them to greatness."" I say to her giving her a reverse ritual.<br/><br/>""A soldier is a follower. One who obeys without question. One who follows the path of greatness at their commander's side."" She intones and she walks away.<br/><br/>""Well that settles that. So I believe you had something you wanted to ask Elysia-san?"" I ask casually while waiting for Kristina's match to come up."
11044,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=700,2015-11-29T20:32:00,Mortelatuzia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #FFBF00"">Elysia</span></span></span>, though disappointed that Rache lost the battle, was glad that he at least attempted to win despite apparently not knowing any combat skills. She didn't particularly take a liking to his opponent as her taunts and fighting style showcased that she is a very aggressive and slightly overzealous person. She didn't want to reprimand her however, as Elysia recalled in her last duel she had used the aggressive Form II out of her uncontrolled and wild emotions. Those who fight like that are definitely not at a disadvantaged, but it can be dangerous if not handled with care.<br/><br/>As Kristina left she shouted a quick ""Good luck!"" and settled back down. As Rache spoke to her she thought back to what she wanted to ask and spoke softly and without the adrenaline from watching the previous spectacle. ""Well, as I think I mentioned, back home we don't really have much of an Order left and those who associate themselves with the past are either outlaws or runaways. So I was just curious on why you're in charge of her or at least why you're a<span style=""font-style: italic"">'knight commander'</span>."" She chuckled slightly as she stated his rank in a slightly sarcastic tone, it was a mild amusement to poke fun at him."
11045,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=700,2015-12-01T05:54:00,Elysian Kentarchy,"<span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #0000FF""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Rache</span></span></span></span><br/><br/>I raise an eyebrow at her but smile a little when I realize she is teasing. ""Well. Let's see."" I bring my fist up to my mouth in thought on how to explain it. ""Well under the system created 900 years ago a Knight-Commander is one who leads one of our Shotai, or Platoons if you will, the Platoons consist of six Knights or Knights in training. We have three rankings for Knights in our order: Knight, Knight-Commander, and Knight-tono, or Knight-General if you will. But I suppose that doesn't completely answer your question does it? I suppose I should give a little history. Before the Chalice War my Order was known as the Order of the Rememberers. We were an Order of scholars and thus we placed scholarly pursuits over martial ones we had allies who were strong militarily for that. Despite that we could never have foreseen the ferocity of the dragons. Our allies were crushed and forcefully converted and we all rallied to Cathedral Comperior, our home, for a final stand. Surprisingly we won the day and you know the rest of the Chalice War."" I sigh. ""Unfortunately the Order's leadership decided to reform the Order into a military one and thus the Order of the Chalice was born, Comperior was renamed Vigil for good measure. Our former allies who joined the dragons but were still alive after the war went on the offensive to crush us. And thus for the past thousand years we have been fighting for our very survival. The Platoon System as it is called was created with one purpose: to train every generation for war. You are assigned to your Platoon at birth and begin training when you can. You grow up with your Platoon, fight with your Platoon, and you die with your Platoon. Kristina is a Knight of the Ninth and I am the Knight-Commander of the Ninth thus higher than her in rank and the leader of our Platoon. To be specific I became her commander by election after I..."" I stop speaking as I remember.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">'Look into my eyes as you die you bastard'</span><br/><br/>I know that voice but I close my eyes and shake my head a little. ""Sorry. Suffice to say there was an incident that wound up with him dead and since the Knight-Commander died we had to elect a new one so everyone else in my platoon put my name forward when I was thirteen."" I smile slightly, though worried about with how much people here value peace and the Law she would react. ""Do not think too badly of us, I know we are different from others, that and I don't want more enemies then I have probably gained since I came here. I trust that answers your question? I am the Knight-Commander because I was the only one who could take the job at the time."" I place my hands under my chin. ""Someone had to be responsible for everything and I was the only one who could do that."" I mutter as if it were an afterthought and its true. I became the Knight-Commander because I knew I could stain my hands with as much blood as I had to to protect everyone. ""You know, between you and me I wish I could go back. Not to before I became Knight-Commander, no matter what I can't abandon my responsibility to the ones I grew up with. But I want to go back to before we became the Chalice. To see what peace looked and felt like."" I actually have no real clue why I am saying it but perhaps I am just talking to be talking. ""I don't what any of it felt or looked like. There was never a possibility of it. For us the Chalice War never ended."""
11046,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=700,2015-12-01T22:02:00,Mortelatuzia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #FFBF00"">Elysia</span></span></span>listened attentively to Rache's retelling of his Order's history. In some ways it paralleled her own, though seemingly less violent in some places and far more violent in others. She silently cursed herself for bringing up his seemingly tragic past and softly put her hand on his shoulder as a friendly gesture. She smiled brightly at him and offered her condolences.<br/><br/>""No need to apologize, I understand. My fault for being so curious. I certainly wonder all the time what life was like back then, it's always made to sound so...stunning, isn't it? But, no need to fret about it. We should make the best of what we have now."" She resisted her urge to further comfort him, but his reactions and past seemed to mirror her own from not so long ago. It was good to know that she was not completely alone, but even then her heart sank knowing that others must suffer so severely. ""They say time is the ultimate healer."" She stated slightly somberly as she retracted her arm and refocused her attention to the arena.<span style=""font-style: italic"">'Perhaps it'd be best to let go for now.'</span>She thought to herself as the next competitors took their places.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #FFBF00"">Elysia</span></span></span>sat at the edge of her seat for the entirety of Ritz and Kal's match. She could feel the enormous amounts of energy from the fight even from her seat as the waves of pure power blazed through the arena. Half of her felt spectacularly awed by the spectacle, as almost all Daemorian's are not trained in magic and therefore duels tend to rely entirely on physical combat. The remaining part of her expressed a deep seated desire for neither of them to get severely hurt. Even though she knew the shielding would keep them both safe, now that she knew them both she could not help but worry about their safety. And then of course, it happened.<br/><br/>The prolonged and fast-paced fight no doubt took large chunks out of their energy reserves. And finally it became too much and Kal's final attack betrayed him and the electricity forced its way back into his system, ending the fight and knocking him unconscious. As soon as she saw this, Elysia's strained silence was broken and she stood and shouted out, ""Kal!"" as he fell onto the ground, unconscious. Her instincts told her to rush towards him, but her mind recalled the impracticality of it and she slowly sat back down. Relief overcame her as medical staff brought out a stretcher to recover him and another attendant checked on Ritz, as they had done with the other competitors. She closed her eyes and took deep breathes as the announcer continued on with his routine."
11047,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=700,2015-12-03T13:43:00,Zarkenis Ultima,"<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Juna.""</span>Elsis corrected with an edge on her voice, noticeably irritated at Lillin's half-assed attempts at pronouuncing her sister's name and her subsequent indifference. For all the differences they had and all the fights and moments when they had butted heads, the girl with coral-red hair was very close to her sister, and was moreover rather protective towards her, even if she didn't happen to be present at the time. Nonetheless, she didn't say anything else or display an aggressive demeanor beyond that one word. She saw no need to bother, she figured she had left her opinion very clear. At Lillin's next comment, however, Elsis seemed far more receptive, leaning back on her seat with a thoughtful look on her face. Perhaps she was right, perhaps it was best if she simply let everything loose at the first moment, it would make everything faster, and if she didn't give it her all while fighting, Juna would likely be mad. But even then, what if she got mad anyway? After all, the last time they fought... She shook her head. She didn't want to think about that now. She was only happy that they had managed to put it behind.<br/><br/>Looking at the fighter that Lillin was pointing at excitedly, Elsis noticed that it was one of the people on her sister's group, the girl with really long lilac hair. Despite herself, the braveblood couldn't help but feel her interest being piqued: the girl fighting Kal was quite the accomplished fighter in hand-to-hand combat, after all, though it seemed she used her magic mostly to empower herself rather than for any concrete offensive maneuver.<br/><br/>""So what's your beef with her? Stole your boyfriend or something?"" Elsis asked, feeling significantly less interested about the reason Lillin wanted to fight her, but slightly curious nonetheless.<br/><hr/><br/><br/>Arcander, at the time, had been quietly observing some of the details on one of the walls of the temple, and though he had been glancing around now and then to make sure that his assigned recruits (and Gawiehr) were still within line of sight, he had been distracted during the moment that Professor Cyranis collapsed to the ground spontaneously. He had not seen it, had not heard the thud of her body hitting the stone floor amidst the conversations of other students, but he did hear the several gasps of surprise that suddenly spread across the room like wildfire, and as he glanced around and noticed the vast majority of students present pointing and looking at the statue of Aradain in the middle of the central chamber, it wasn't hard to discern where the widespread surprise had come from.<br/><br/>Kyrissa's shout served to reinforce his suspicions, but by then he was already running towards the center of the commotion anyway, arriving in moments.<br/><br/>""Oh, boy, this isn't good. She's one of the toughest people I've ever met and she's down like a ragdoll."" Arcander muttered, half to Kyrissa but mostly to himself as he shoved her aside as gently as he could and then leaned down to listen to Cyranis' heartbeat. It was still there, so clearly she wasn't dead, and it was in fact very regular, not agitated or infrequent enough to make him suspect it was afflicted. Her breathing, too, seemed normal, and so, once he had established that she was not particularly endangered, he chanted a quick diagnosis spell that returned... nothing. Kyrissa's spells, in that regard, had been similarly unsuccessful, but he didn't expect his own, far more refined and powerful, to fail like that. Evidently dumbfounded, he exchanged a confused look with the red-skinned girl and then looked down at Cyranis again, determined to at least... keep her stable until she woke up, he supposed?<br/><br/>Meanwhile, the others, who were currently looking out for any sort of foul play or invading force, would be sorely disappointed. Gawiehr would notice no hints that there was anything amiss going on within the temple other than the sudden collapse of the instructor, and Alfenn would not hear anything whatsoever that could indicate that any heretics or other hostile forces were responsible for this, or anywhere near the temple in fact.<br/><br/>""She's stable but... I don't know what's wrong with her. I don't know what to do."" Arcander admitted as he knelt beside the collapsed form of Cyranis, whom he had at least moved to what was, in his honest opinion, a relatively more dignified position than she had fallen in.<br/><br/>""Touch... the sword..."" Came a weak voice. Arcander looked everywhere in bewilderment before finally looking down and noticing that it had been Cyranis who spoke. She had her eyes closed shut still, and didn't seem any different from before, but there was no doubt she had spoken."
11048,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=700,2015-12-03T15:40:00,The Starlight,"<blockquote><div><cite>Zarkenis Ultima <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=26886349#p26886349"">wrote</a>:</cite>-snip-</div></blockquote><br/>When Cyranis had fallen, Ellyn had begun to rush toward the Professor to see if she could help, but, seeing Kyriss already there, paused, thinking that her spells would only interfere with her fellow students. In the mean time, she took the opportunity to further investigate the temple, looking on with awe as the very image of the God-Knight exuded glory and holiness.<br/><br/>It was a feeling that could not be expressed in words, nor even in art, her preferred form of expression, and so, she settled for simply gazing upon it, the massive statue of the God-Knight and his blade, Kalibras. Hearing Cyranis' softspoken command, and being nearest to the blade she took a look at it, weighing the risk. She was undoubtedly weaker than Cyranis, and so, it might effect her more than it had Cyranis, perhaps even negatively. But on the other hand, she was expendable, being only a student, and, quite curious, and so, cautiously, she reached out with a hand, touching the blade, waiting to see what would happen."
11049,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=700,2015-12-03T23:14:00,Ularn,"Kyrissa found her mind trying to process too many things at once. Both her magic and Arcander's were saying that Professor Cyranis was fine yet something had clearly happened to her. Then she regained some semblance of consciousness and tried to speak. Her voice was so weak that, as close as she was, Kyr was not even sure she heard the whole sentence:<br/><span style=""margin-left: 50px;""></span>""...touch...the sword.""<br/><span style=""margin-left: 50px;""></span>Kyr never saw what made the to professor collapse; only the fall itself. Another of too many things to try to process. Perhaps it was the sword that caused it, perhaps not but either way obeying the half-heard instruction of a barely lucid teacher who could only have been affected by some kind of magic seemed like a bad idea until she had time to think.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 50px;""></span>Ellyn did not seem to think so.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 50px;""></span>Even as she saw her classmate Move for the statue Kyr rose to stop her, even about to draw a shielding spell to her lips to keep Ellyn away but all that came out was ""Ellyn, don't!""<br/><span style=""margin-left: 50px;""></span><span style=""font-style: italic"">Don't!</span>Could that have been the unheard word preceding Cyranis' order?<br/><span style=""margin-left: 50px;""></span>And then Ellyn touched the sword."
11050,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=700,2015-12-04T16:33:00,Elysian Kentarchy,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #0000FF"">Rache</span></span></span></span><br/><br/>I nod. ""It does seem stunning yes."" I admit. ""Though I will try to focus on today though there are those who say because of my ancestry that I cannot do such things. But that is politics of we remaining few."" That and the fact as a Restorationist I am obligated to try to revive the Rememberers. ""Though let us watch Kristina's duel. It is part of the times of today.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #FF0000"">Kristina</span></span></span></span><br/><br/>I review my orders, do what it takes to win but do not ruin them if avoidable can be the summation.<span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""color: #FF0000"">I will crush my foes. My orders demand such.</span></span>I don't bother trying to examine my opponent but I can tell she is trying to do so for me. All I care to know is that she is my enemy. When the signal is given I begin muttering a spell I am very familiar with. My opponent prepares herself to defend against my attack but when nothing happens when I finish she begins her spell.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Foolish girl. She must not have any mental resistance if she can't even tell I am in her mind. If she doesn't have the slightest inkling about it. This makes her very vulnerable to both of my magics.</span>I think to myself. The spell should have no obvious effects but the key is that it allowed me to bridge my mind with her's but it is a one way bridge. She can't read my thoughts but I can read hers.<span style=""font-style: italic"">So that's her game. An interesting use of ice magic if I must say so.</span>I prepare to move and my counter-spell and when she finishes she fires off her magic at me. To best describe it it is pellets, low in magical power so it doesn't expend much energy but if enough hit you it will of course drop your shield. She is shooting them off as if it were, what is that machine called? A rapid fire gun? Regardless it is an effective tool if she wants to win the match via removing our shields. I retreat as quickly as I can to the edge of the ring and wait for them to get closer as soon as they are about on top of me I activate my spell and catch them all in the air. ""Clever. Now its my turn."" I turn the shots around and send them flying back at her. This takes her by surprise and she manages to raise a barrier of ice to block them but not before her shield had taken about a quarter the damage it can take. ""Tsk. Looks like I will need to dirty my own hands."" I say casually and take off at top speed. I leap over the wall and throw a punch trying to hit her but I miss and hit it. ""A rat always is able to run."" I tell her and we engage in melee. I am faster and stronger than her and she knows it but she tries to meet me in hand to hand anyway. ""Commendable. But even though I have no skill in hand to hand I can tell you don't either.""<br/><br/>""I won't yield to a friend of a heretic."" She growls at me. ""Heresy has made one weak enough for those who truly believe to destroy scum like him and you easily.""<br/><br/>I close my eyes and block a blow she sends. ""I will show you no mercy for that."" I say simply and coldly and I mutter a spell. Another simple one, this one increases the strength behind my fists with telekinetic power pushing outwards. If it hits a bone or organ it will be devastating. ""Let's see how long you last against this."" We continue the exchange for a few minutes. Was it five? Ten? I no longer know. She breaks off the engagement and retreats a distance while chanting a spell and send plenty of shards of ice flying at me. I ignore them, actually it would be better to say I charge through them, dodging or letting my shields take some hits. This feat stuns her and she can't react to my next move. I throw two punches, the first hits her head and I hear her skull crack and the next to the chest where I hear her rips break. With that she falls on the ground but shockingly her shields are still in the range that she has not lost but it is very close.<br/><br/>""You should submit before I accidentally kill you."" I say to her.<br/><br/>She knows I am speaking the truth but she works to get herself back up. ""I cannot... not to a heretic."" She begins muttering a spell.<br/><br/>I nod. ""One should always fight until the last ember has been snuffed out. Unfortunately..."" I mutter a spell and she floats up into the air, what most people probably can't tell is that I am putting pressure on her throat as if I was strangling her as well. ""The tides of war and the true righteousness of those who defend the faith through force of arms destroys all embers."" I move my arm slightly and she goes flying out of the arena and crashes into the wall, as if she were a doll. ""I believe we have finished this."" I tell the referee and leave the ring.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #004000""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Akemi, after the Kristina's fight</span></span></span></span><br/><br/>I chuckle at the display Hymenaios puts on. ""That all had to hurt though I think she did worse when she crushed old Amane last year. Poor woman was reduced to just a pile of broken bones and flesh. I suspect Rache-kun gave her orders to make sure that she doesn't kill anyone. Or turn them into vegetables like she did to Ramia two years ago. It just wouldn't do. But I guess I am still surprised to see she is as much a psychopath as Rache said she had become. If only..."" I close my eyes briefly upon hearing a familiar noise, one that haunts my empty thoughts. I shake my head to dismiss it, I know what I didn't do so it haunting my steps is fitting. Perhaps one day... no it could never happen, with the way she is I have I lost all hope in that. As did Rache from what he told me. I laugh at the thought. Cross line communication is never officially acknowledged but we have no choice but to look the other way since it is so common, pretty much everyone could be arrested on fraternization charges, though admittedly myself and Rache fraternize more than most but that may be due to the fact we keep finding each other in the battlefield. I grin. ""After all. As rivals the only one that is permitted to kill us is the other one. So we seek death and battle from each other.""<br/><br/>I pause and frown deeply at some of my memories. ""...This war needs to end. There are far too many of us have been ruined."" I say quietly.<br/><br/>""Well I suppose I should prepare for my match. I would hate to disappoint Hymenaios or Raceh-kun."" I smile again, feeling my old battle blood taking place. Now it is time to figure out my next offensive. I can only use reinforcement so I suppose I will just reinforce my fist, it still falls within the rules. Right, I want this war to end yet at the same time I enjoy it too much. Perhaps I am drunk off of it. But it doesn't matter battle is how we struggle and improve and that is why tournaments like this is a gift.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #0000FF"">Rache, after the duel</span></span></span></span><br/><br/>I wince slightly at Kristina's display. ""Sorry if it is appalling. Kristina really doesn't know much about being restrained unless she is restrained. I tried to make sure she doesn't kill anyone so hopefully that holds.""<br/><br/>Kristina returns to us and throws a salute. ""I report my victory to you, Knight-Commander.""<br/><br/>""I accept your victory. At ease and sit down."" I tell her without getting up. ""Try to show some more restraint in the future. The last thing we need for you is a bunch of people being afraid or hating you because you maimed someone."" Kristina, myself, and what's left of the Ninth have a system that allows us to be able to tell when we should be casual and when we should be in soldier mode.<br/><br/>""Understood Knight-Commander.""<br/><br/>""Now to see the next match I suppose."""
11051,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=700,2015-12-04T21:27:00,Mortelatuzia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #FFBF00"">Elysia</span></span></span>suddenly felt an onrush of panic as she heard the announcer call her name. She had been dreading this moment more and more as she saw duelist after duelist fall in a more and more painful manner. Luckily, no one had died and most of them walked away without serious injury. Her conscious still told her that it would be wrong to fight like that. However, she took a few deep breaths and regained control over herself. She had to prove that she was still capable, that the past has no bearing over her potential. ""I must not let it control me."" She whispered to herself as she got up out of her seat. She turned to Rache and Kristina with a characteristic smile, said ""Wish me luck!"", and made her way onto the arena floor.<br/><br/>As the shield powered on and faded away, Elysia looked across the stage to see her opponent. Her look was familiar, yet she didn't know her name, most likely someone from her group. She smiled from across the field and bowed respectfully to her opponent. As she came up the announcer stated, ""Mages, stand by!"" The elegant girl quickly transferred into the basic stance, Form I, in one simple move. Though a relatively simple Form, Elysia hoped that her abilities alone would be able to topple her opponent. That, and the fragile nature of her memories made it hard for her to remember or be confident fighting with any of the other Forms at this point. She stared down her opponent with trained focus, anticipating her first move and preparing herself to defend.<br/><br/>""This should be fun."" As the announcer came online and proceeded with his routine.<br/><br/>""Three! Two! One! Magic!""<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #000000"">Gawiëhr</span></span></span>made an irritated click as he discovered no obvious signs of wrong-doing in the vicinity. Nothing but statues and students, neither of which were very suspicious on their own. He had hoped to find poison or perhaps a cloaked assassin as it would certainly make the incident a lot easier to figure out, and probably more exciting. Marginally irritated, he wandered a bit away from the crowd and stared for a short time out into the entrance. He rather enjoyed a challenge but hated those that he could not perceive. Ironic, given his nature. His thoughts were cut short however as he heard the cry of Kyrissa and turned around promptly to find Ellyn, Kyrissa, and a statue of a sword."
11052,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=700,2015-12-07T07:42:00,Atlannia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Zarkenis Ultima <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=26886349#p26886349"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Juna."" Elsis corrected with an edge on her voice, noticeably irritated at Lillin's half-assed attempts at pronouuncing her sister's name and her subsequent indifference. For all the differences they had and all the fights and moments when they had butted heads, the girl with coral-red hair was very close to her sister, and was moreover rather protective towards her, even if she didn't happen to be present at the time. Nonetheless, she didn't say anything else or display an aggressive demeanor beyond that one word. She saw no need to bother, she figured she had left her opinion very clear. At Lillin's next comment, however, Elsis seemed far more receptive, leaning back on her seat with a thoughtful look on her face. Perhaps she was right, perhaps it was best if she simply let everything loose at the first moment, it would make everything faster, and if she didn't give it her all while fighting, Juna would likely be mad. But even then, what if she got mad anyway? After all, the last time they fought... She shook her head. She didn't want to think about that now. She was only happy that they had managed to put it behind.<br/><br/>Looking at the fighter that Lillin was pointing at excitedly, Elsis noticed that it was one of the people on her sister's group, the girl with really long lilac hair. Despite herself, the braveblood couldn't help but feel her interest being piqued: the girl fighting Kal was quite the accomplished fighter in hand-to-hand combat, after all, though it seemed she used her magic mostly to empower herself rather than for any concrete offensive maneuver.<br/><br/>""So what's your beef with her? Stole your boyfriend or something?"" Elsis asked, feeling significantly less interested about the reason Lillin wanted to fight her, but slightly curious nonetheless.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Lillin laughed and shook her head. “Oh come on since when have boys ever been worth fighting over? It’s far easier to just find a new one right?” Lillin turned and leaned her back against the railing, bending backwards until she could watch the ongoing match upside down. If this made the match any more interesting id didn’t really show in her eyes, which remained slightly bored, despite following every movement of the two fighters.<br/>“No the reason I want to fight her is the only reason there should be. It’ll be fun and interesting. I don’t understand her at all. She’s so annoyingly placid and then, she gets in a fight and is suddenly all BOOM!”<br/>Lillin’s hands which had been dangling by her side loosely were raised, fingers spread to illustrate the ‘BOOM!’<br/>“Which is exciting. The best thing an opponent can do is surprise you, if they don’t surprise you then it’s just work.”<br/>The corners of Lillin’s mouth turned up, or rather down as her head was still upside down, in a smile.<br/>“Who knows, maybe Juna will surprise you?”"
11053,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=700,2015-12-07T18:55:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Mortelatuzia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=26903495#p26903495"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #FFBF00"">Elysia</span></span></span> suddenly felt an onrush of panic as she heard the announcer call her name. She had been dreading this moment more and more as she saw duelist after duelist fall in a more and more painful manner. Luckily, no one had died and most of them walked away without serious injury. Her conscious still told her that it would be wrong to fight like that. However, she took a few deep breaths and regained control over herself. She had to prove that she was still capable, that the past has no bearing over her potential. ""I must not let it control me."" She whispered to herself as she got up out of her seat. She turned to Rache and Kristina with a characteristic smile, said ""Wish me luck!"", and made her way onto the arena floor.<br/><br/>As the shield powered on and faded away, Elysia looked across the stage to see her opponent. Her look was familiar, yet she didn't know her name, most likely someone from her group. She smiled from across the field and bowed respectfully to her opponent. As she came up the announcer stated, ""Mages, stand by!"" The elegant girl quickly transferred into the basic stance, Form I, in one simple move. Though a relatively simple Form, Elysia hoped that her abilities alone would be able to topple her opponent. That, and the fragile nature of her memories made it hard for her to remember or be confident fighting with any of the other Forms at this point. She stared down her opponent with trained focus, anticipating her first move and preparing herself to defend.<br/><br/>""This should be fun."" As the announcer came online and proceeded with his routine.<br/><br/>""Three! Two! One! Magic!""</div></blockquote><br/>Juna inhaled as she stepped out into the arena. This would be her first time fighting another student in non sparring since she got here. It would be the first time she would actually be visible to the majority of people in her group. She had been afraid to approach them out of fear of rejection. She wasn’t very socially adept after all. But this was something else. She had been fighting since she was very young, and magic and reading were the only things she was actually good at. So this was a chance to redeem herself after her humiliating defeat at the hands of her sister. If she didn’t win this, then it would be just like back home. Everyone would think she’s a weakling. She might even get expelled! She could’t fail. If she did, she would have to go home to her parents, and endure even more shame.<br/><br/>Her opponent spoke, saying that this should be fun. Juna was almost sick with nerves, like the last time she had fought Elsis in the arena. But she steeled herself. No one would be able to tell she was nervous, or at least she hoped not. Her opponent might be able to tell.<br/><br/>When the announcer said magic, she didn’t even have to think as she mutter magic words, creating a ball of fire. She doubted it would be enough, but it would give her an idea of what Elysia’s magic is like."
11054,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=700,2015-12-07T22:45:00,Mortelatuzia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #FFBF00"">Elysia</span></span></span>observed her opponent for just a moment longer as the duel began. There was a familiarity to her actions, she shook slightly and took slightly staggered breaths. She recognized it almost immediately, the telltale signs of a nervous duelist. She had seen it often back home, in those duels she hated so much. The look of the innocent, sent to trial by combat for actions she did not commit. If the girl were not her opponent, Elysia surely would have hugged her until her fears passed over. But being unable to do so, she promised herself to make it up to the girl if she lost and refocused on the match just as a ball of fire propelled itself toward her.<br/><br/><span style=""color: #FF00FF"">""Protera.""</span>She said as a small shield of light reflected from her left hand and expertly neutralized the attack, letting not a single ember touch her skin. She grinned as she stepped toward her opponent. The game had begun, no holds barred.<br/><br/><span style=""color: #FF8000"">""Espara Tria.""</span>Was the next thing to come out of her mouth as her right hand moved forward in time with the rest of her body. Three needles of light escaped her fingertips and launched themselves toward the other girl. As they flew, the blonde spellcaster brought her hands together and prepared to fire out the final attack of her standard three spell combo.<br/><br/><span style=""color: #FFBF00"">""Expulsera de enterria videsen redemio paro la entemia ve çearrio!""</span>The familiar words graced her lips with a speed and grace that could only have been accomplished with years of practice with the language. Light formed neatly into a large ball in her hands before racing out at their target in a brilliant golden beam."
11055,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=700,2015-12-08T01:46:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Mortelatuzia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=26939960#p26939960"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #FFBF00"">Elysia</span></span></span> observed her opponent for just a moment longer as the duel began. There was a familiarity to her actions, she shook slightly and took slightly staggered breaths. She recognized it almost immediately, the telltale signs of a nervous duelist. She had seen it often back home, in those duels she hated so much. The look of the innocent, sent to trial by combat for actions she did not commit. If the girl were not her opponent, Elysia surely would have hugged her until her fears passed over. But being unable to do so, she promised herself to make it up to the girl if she lost and refocused on the match just as a ball of fire propelled itself toward her.<br/><br/><span style=""color: #FF00FF"">""Protera.""</span> She said as a small shield of light reflected from her left hand and expertly neutralized the attack, letting not a single ember touch her skin. She grinned as she stepped toward her opponent. The game had begun, no holds barred.<br/><br/><span style=""color: #FF8000"">""Espara Tria.""</span> Was the next thing to come out of her mouth as her right hand moved forward in time with the rest of her body. Three needles of light escaped her fingertips and launched themselves toward the other girl. As they flew, the blonde spellcaster brought her hands together and prepared to fire out the final attack of her standard three spell combo.<br/><br/><span style=""color: #FFBF00"">""Expulsera de enterria videsen redemio paro la entemia ve çearrio!""</span> The familiar words graced her lips with a speed and grace that could only have been accomplished with years of practice with the language. Light formed neatly into a large ball in her hands before racing out at their target in a brilliant golden beam.</div></blockquote><br/>""Light manipulator. Interesting."" Time seemed to slow as Juna's whole demeanor changed dramatically. Nervousness seemed to bleed into the fade. It was probably still around, curled up in part of her brain. But now was not time for nerves.<br/><br/>Juna used to play chess, even when very young she was very good at it. Interestingly it was one of the things that she did that wasn't frowned upon, after all chess was a good battle tactics teacher. She played a host of other board games with her sister when she could, though Elsis didn't often like them as much. But chess was the one which helped most in these sorts of situations. Magic battles were often moves, countermoves, looking for an opening or wearing your opponent down.<br/><br/>Juna watched her opponent move, not needing to know the spell to tell what was coming. She quickly created herself a sheild. ""Verst Scihd"" She spoke quickly, summoning a sheild of solid air. Her sheild was large enough to block the needles easily. But not the light, which cracked it. She had not anticipated it quite as well, and so her sheilds took a minor hit, though most of the damage came from solid air shrapnel. it was an acceptable loss at this stage of the game.<br/><br/>But now she needed to regain ground. ""Verst Kugel."" She spoke, solidifying the air around her hand into a ball of ice. She then tossed it, aiming for her targets head."
11056,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=700,2015-12-09T02:02:00,Zarkenis Ultima,"In time, the announcer spoke a certain name, Elsis Salasanger, and the braveblood understood that it was her turn to show what she was capable of. It was her turn to participate in the magic competition, and she would take the chance to bring glory to the Salasanger name. Of course, it was unreasonable to expect that a small competition that had only been going on for little more than a century on some Cathedral that served mostly as a touristic spot for the Lawful and belonged to an Order that was mainly a satellite to the Order of the Phantom Blade would harvest too much glory, for her or for her family, but even then, she had to win, it would not do to have it be known that the eldest scion of the Salasanger family had lost in such a low prestige competition. She had joined just for fun, anyway, but it never hurt to have these things present, since a braveblood such as herself always had to think of how her actions would impact the name of her family.<br/><br/>Swiftly, she shrugged off her prized red cloak, neatly folding it and placing it on her seat, remaining with only a white ""I <3 Gladia"" shirt she had bought earlier and a pair of pants suspiciously similar to what had been known as jeans in an age long gone. She hoped that neither of said clothing articles would suffer much damage in the fight, if any at all, expecting the shielding to absorb any and all impacts, but either way, she wasn't one to shy away from a fight. She'd just have to make sure that her opponent wouldn't even have the chance to land a hit on her, and all her problems would be solved. It sounded like something that was easier said than done, but the girl with coral red hair had confidence in herself. To her, the feat was not impossible.<br/><br/>""Shanath, can you keep an eye on it?"" The braveblood asked of her aspirant. The black-haired woman nodded, carefully taking the folded cloak and placing it on her lap before turning her gaze back to Elsis, smiling warmly at the girl. ""The dead be with you."" She said to her recruit as if to encourage her. In her culture it was more or less analogous to wishing someone good luck, but in this case all it accomplished was confusing the girl from Cathedral Dumea, who simply blinked, weirded out by the expression, and then nodded, not wishing to hang back any longer than necessary.<br/><br/>Finally, Elsis ascended to the arena, where she met her opponent face to face at last, a man by the name of Ferrus Alticor. He was tall and somewhat gaunt-looking, but his face was that of a man who knew the meaning of battle, and the way he walked into the arena hinted at a possible history of participating in earlier instances of the competition. He did not seem to be any older than a hundred years, sporting long black hair tied up in a single ponytail and a clean-shaven chin, but he was nonetheless evidently quite a bit older. His simple, lightly colored clothes betrayed his origin as a citizen of Cathedral Gladia, as did his somewhat tanned skin, and the relaxed, careless stance made the braveblood suspect that perhaps he had not received training as rigid as hers, though she knew better than to underestimate him for that, knowing that experience was important just like discipline. With this in mind, she observed him carefully, taking her own stance, knees slightly bent and ready to propel her in any direction at a moment's notice. Someone particularly keen might have noticed the slight twitch in her left hand.<br/><br/>When the instruction was given to begin the fight, Elsis did not waste a second, rocketing forward in order to seize the opportunity to get up close and personal. While she could utilize ranged attack magic just fine, she knew that her strength was in close combat, as she was able to combine her martial prowess and her magical talents to achieve devastating effects, as a certain Ignobilis had already experienced before. Already, her lips were in fluid motion, not gentle like a lover's caress, but frantic like a devout prayer. Ferrus did not seem too concerned, however, standing still as he prepared a spell of his own. Paying no mind to it for the time being, she sped towards him, rearing back her fist in order to strike at the man, but right before she did so, the man sidestepped, a smirk on his face. Acting on pure reflex and instinct, though, Elsis finished her incantation, looking out the corner of her eye at the man whose incantation was nearly finished as well. ""Infernal Strike!"" The girl shouted immediately, her entire left arm engulfed in fire as a jet of flame shot out from behind her elbow. However, instead of simply sending her fist forward, she stomped the ground with one of her feet and then used the sheer power that her arm carried at that moment to spin and strike at the man, who was unable to react as a rocket fist slammed into his face; though the impact was absorbed by his shield, it hurt quite a bit and sent Ferrus flying, forcing him to kick himself off of the energy wall that surrounded the arena in order to avoid falling and being disqualified. It was only then that Elsis gained a split second of lucidity and noticed that the man's hands had been crackling with lightning earlier.<br/><br/>All of the above occurred in about a second.<br/><br/>The rest of the battle could be best described as an awe-inspiring exchange of massive quantities of flame and lightning; a song of storm and fire, one might say. Ferrus had quickly understood that Elsis was his better in close combat, and so had opted to keep his distance from her, instead attacking her with ranged lightning attacks. In that regard, he was mildly successful, as his thunder was far swifter than her fireballs, and even though she could cast a different spell to form the fire into an arrow-shaped projectile that traveled much more quickly, such bolts were more easily dodged. Nevertheless, though his attacks were swift, she was swift, too, and was able to dodge most of them, twisting and turning and weaving a path through the thunderstorm with her body as she sought to inflict some damage with her counterattacks. The two combatants happened to spend more time in the air than on the ground, often using the barrier as a support to launch themselves further away; Elsis had gone as far as to run along the length of the energy wall a few times during the duel.<br/><br/>Eventually, however, the battle had to come to an end, and so, Elsis managed to reach Ferrus once again, entering melee range. But instead of attacking him like before, she concluded a spell that she had begun chanting several seconds ago, while at the same time placing her wrists against each other and pointing her open palms at the center of her opponent's body.<br/><br/>""VOLCANIC VORTEX!"" The braveblood bellowed, and immediately, a large beam made entirely of crimson flames emerged from her hands, pushing Ferrus into the wall and keeping him there as the remaining energy in his shield was drained away by the powerful spell. Eventually, it stopped, and there was nothing for Ferrus to do but tumble to the ground as he felt his shield beep, confirming that it had dropped below the established threshold and that his opponent was the victor of that battle. Soon the announcer informed the crowd of it, though to most of them it was obvious what the outcome had been even before the announcer had spoken, and both Elsis and Ferrus were allowed to leave the arena until their next battle. A member of the staff approached Elsis and gave her what could only be described as an energy drink, in order to make sure that she would be in good shape by the time her next fight came around. Never one to complain, she took it, recognizing that her battle had taken quite a bit of energy out of her, and it had only been the first one.<br/><br/>Returning to her seat, she nodded at Shanath, who politely congratulated her, and then sat down with a sigh.<br/><br/>""So how many more fights do I have to win?"" She asked her guide before taking a sip of her drink.<br/><br/>""Three."" Shanath responded. Elsis choked a little."
11057,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=700,2015-12-09T16:48:00,Zarkenis Ultima,"Alas, Kyrissa's warning came far too late, and as soon as she touched the stone blade of the statue of Kalibras, Ellyn's body went limp just like the teacher had before her. Arcander's eyes went wide as he saw one of his charges lose consciousness, but he nonetheless reacted quickly, perhaps more swiftly than anyone else in the room could have, standing up from his place next to the fallen teacher and stepping over to grab Ellyn and hold her before she had even begun to fall to the ground. Gently, he laid her down on the floor of the temple, shooing away some of the curious students who were too close in order to ensure that both Ellyn and Sapphira would have some breathing space. After that, he knelt down next to Ellyn this time, attempting to use his spells to ascertain what exactly had happened to the golden-haired recruit, just like he had tried with Cyranis, though he suspected that it would not yield any results, much like before. His suspicions were soon confirmed and he sighed in frustration, unsure of what to do now. He could only hope that whatever reason Cyranis had to prompt Ellyn to touch the sword and become afflicted with the same bizarre condition was a good one.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, however, Ellyn was not unconscious... or at least, not from her perspective. As soon as she had touched the sword, a burst of primordial light had overwhelmed not just her sight, but her every sense, leaving her entirely disconnected from the world that existed beyond her individual mind. Before long, though, she was able to feel once again. The first thing she felt was something firm beneath her feet, along with the strange sensation of having gone from floating around as a disembodied consciousness to standing somewhere and having to maintain her balance in order to avoid falling; the second thing she felt, of course, was the ever-disconcerting sensation of opening her eyes without having closed them before. There was no scent and no sound around her, not yet at least, but as she looked around she would undoubtedly notice that she was standing on a golden platform engraved with mysterious symbols. All around her, there were similar platforms at varying heights and angles in relation to the one she stood on, all of them floating in a lightless void, though she could perfectly see, despite the lack of light around her.<br/><br/>Suddenly, several shadowy figures leaped out from the platforms surrounding her. There were several dozen of them, and though by all means they should not have been visible, Ellyn could see them with ease, as they exuded a strange red aura of sorts that contrasted with the serene darkness of the horizon. Their shape was vague, but clearly humanoid, and in their hands they held all sorts of weapons seemingly made from the same black substance as their bodies. If there was something evident about them, however, it was undoubtedly their hostile intent, and soon, from the edges of the golden platform, they all charged towards Ellyn in unison, racing towards her almost faster than the common eye could see, though surely she would be able to keep track of them, as she was not just any person, but a warrior chosen to study at the Silver Hand Academy.<br/><br/>All of that, however, was a moot point, as before a single one of the shadows could touch her, a massive torrent of water in the shape of a serpent rose from an unseen point beneath her and swallowed every shadow as it circled around the blonde girl, protecting her, taking away all the shade warriors and then diving away into the void, taking them all with it. Once that was done, Ellyn would feel a hand on her shoulder.<br/><br/>""Just you? Well, I suppose I should be happy to know that I have the trust of at least<span style=""font-style: italic"">one</span>of my students."" Profeessor Cyranis commented as she glanced around, both to make sure that no other shadows were approaching at the moment and to confirm if Ellyn was really the only one there with her. ""Hm. Well, I appreciate your leap of faith, Tarembor, but I'm afraid you will have to go back and tell the others to get their asses over here. Just close your eyes and concentrate, and after a moment you will be back. I barely managed to return a moment myself, but I will be keeping you safe from the shadows, so you should have no trouble doing so."" The Professor explained. Suddely, more shadows jumped into the platform, three times as many as the previous wave. Cyranis sighed and cracked her knuckles before looking back at Ellyn. ""Hurry."" She suggested."
11058,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=700,2015-12-09T23:02:00,Mortelatuzia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #FFBF00"">Elysia</span></span></span>slowly regained herself out of dishing out her combo. She didn't expect to win simply off of it, but it looked like she had her opponent on the defensive. She relaxed for a brief moment to catch her breath, but it was a moment too long as a ball of ice followed its trajectory toward her head. She raised her right hand, which was now in front, to defend herself and managed to breathe out<span style=""color: #FF00FF"">""Prote-""</span>before the ball hit her clean in the forehead.<br/><br/>""Ow!"" She shouted, almost comically, as her head recoiled backwards. She reflexively patted her forehead with her left hand to ensure there was no injury, even though she knew full well the shield would protect her. Regaining focus with an irritated click, she raised both of her arms in the air whilst staring directly at her opponent, or rather the ground under her opponent.<br/><br/><span style=""color: #FF4000"">""Vieni dal cielo, potenti raggi.""</span>Went another eloquent and fluent phrase from the mystical tongue. To the surprise of all but the blonde Mage, no light emitted from her hands this time. However, the attentive would realize that the light surrounding the another girl seemed to get brighter in a small circle enveloping her.<span style=""color: #FF0000"">""Sparare!""</span>The girl shouted as a bright pillar of light bore down on the other duelist from the skies above, as if she were being smited by a god.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #000000"">Gawiëhr</span></span></span>watched the situation unfold in front of him and merely shook his head in disapproval. Unlike his replacement escort, he was not overly concerned with Ellyn's safety from the event. After all, if it had been deadly or at all threatening to touch the statue then surely they would have already been cleared out of the temple. He muttered, ""Idioten."" under his breath as he calmly walked back to the rest of the group. He took one quick look at the girl's motionless body, perhaps out of concern or more likely simply for information, and proceeded to carefully examine the statue itself for an explanation, magical or otherwise."
11059,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=700,2015-12-09T23:19:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Mortelatuzia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=26964050#p26964050"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #FFBF00"">Elysia</span></span></span> slowly regained herself out of dishing out her combo. She didn't expect to win simply off of it, but it looked like she had her opponent on the defensive. She relaxed for a brief moment to catch her breath, but it was a moment too long as a ball of ice followed its trajectory toward her head. She raised her right hand, which was now in front, to defend herself and managed to breathe out <span style=""color: #FF00FF"">""Prote-""</span> before the ball hit her clean in the forehead.<br/><br/>""Ow!"" She shouted, almost comically, as her head recoiled backwards. She reflexively patted her forehead with her left hand to ensure there was no injury, even though she knew full well the shield would protect her. Regaining focus with an irritated click, she raised both of her arms in the air whilst staring directly at her opponent, or rather the ground under her opponent.<br/><br/><span style=""color: #FF4000"">""Vieni dal cielo, potenti raggi.""</span> Went another eloquent and fluent phrase from the mystical tongue. To the surprise of all but the blonde Mage, no light emitted from her hands this time. However, the attentive would realize that the light surrounding the another girl seemed to get brighter in a small circle enveloping her. <span style=""color: #FF0000"">""Sparare!""</span> The girl shouted as a bright pillar of light bore down on the other duelist from the skies above, as if she were being smited by a god.<br/></div></blockquote><br/>The girl in question didn’t even take the time to swear as she rolled out of the way, only allowing herself the chance to curse when she managed to dodge the beam of light. She needed to recover and get back on the offensive before her opponent had the chance to follow up their attack with something else. Timing was one difference between the real world and chess. Your opponent wasn’t about to wait for your move.<br/><br/>She had to do something decisive, something more than just iceballs and shields. She didn’t have her usaull glass, fuses and mixtures with her, she wouldn’t be allowed them likely. So she had to improvise.<br/><br/>“Verst Grante.” She shouted, creating a hollow sphere, a grenade. Now she had a plan. ‘Luft wen Wasstoff.” She muttered. The air within the grenade was now (nearly) pure hydrogen, transmuted from it’s original composition of several elements to this much more volatile mix. She had no more time to waste, and so tossed her bomb at her enemy, then just before it hit, she sent a small burst of flame at the bomb. “Feuer” She spoke, and the combo was done. With any luck, her enemy would block with a regular shield, and then be in for a rude awakening when the exploding hydrogen knocks them off the platform."
11060,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=700,2015-12-10T00:37:00,Ularn,"""<span style=""font-style: italic"">O tuminpma txies vjev O en yq vu pu huuf,</span>"" Kyrissa began chanting almost as soon as Ellyn hit the temple floor, casting a thin invisible shield tight around the blade. As a defensive measure it would have been next to useless; the shield was about as strong as a glass box around a museum exhibitbut that was because it was meant to serve the same purpose. All Kyr wanted was to deter anyone else from trying the same thing as Ellyn.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 50px;""></span>""What do you think?"" she asked Arc and Gawiëhr uncertainly while the student examined the statue and the aspirant confirmed that Ellyn was no worse off than Professor Cyranis. At the same time, a small crowd of other students had gathered curiously around them."
11061,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=700,2015-12-12T12:57:00,The Starlight,"<blockquote><div><cite>Zarkenis Ultima <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=26959629#p26959629"">wrote</a>:</cite>-snip-</div></blockquote><br/>""Huh,"" the golden-haired Acrean said, looking around after the flash of light, beholding herself on a platform. It was strange, not smelling or hearing anything, but as the shadowy beings leaped onto the platform, racing towards her, she frowned, wondering where they had come from, or if they had been some kind of manifestation of her conscious. Nevertheless, she prepared her defenses, summoning her armor with a word, and her spear with another one, judging it best to keep a hand free to focus her telekinesis. Then, chanting softly, she set up a telekinetic shield to her back, preventing any enemies from encircling her, and, putting one foot in front of the other, prepared to fight.<br/><br/>But all her preparations proved unnecessary, Cyranis' water serpent wiping them all away, and the girl turned at her professor's touch, nodding as Cyranis spoke. ""Thanks for the save, Professor. I will be right back with the rest of them,"" she promised, just as three times as many as the last horde of shadow beings charged. But before she departed, she threw out a telekinetic wave, thrusting out her hand, toppling a few, and halting their progress for no more than a few seconds.<br/><br/>And then, she closed her eyes and concentrated, thinking of the temple. All those surrounding her would see her eyes snap open, and she sucked in a breath, startled at the change, and the closeness of her aspirant to her face, adjusting, before speaking. ""I'm fine, and so is the Professor. I can't explain fully, no time, but we're being attacked by a horde of shadow beasts-creatures-things...you get the point. They're quite fast, and have shadow swords, or something. I'm not totally sure why we're being attacked, or where the Professor and I are. But, the point is, Cyranis wants you all to get your butts over there, wherever 'there' is. Touch the sword, and you'll experience a burst of light. Be ready,"" she said, closing her eyes again and transporting herself back to the platform, summoning both her sword and spear this time, stabbing a shadow being in what appeared to be its face just as it was sneaking up on Cyranis, the girl also blasting her telekinetic power through the spear. ""They should be coming!"" she shouted over to Cyranis, parrying a blow with her sword and stabbing forward again with her spear."
11062,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=700,2015-12-13T00:56:00,Elysian Kentarchy,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #004000"">Akemi</span></span></span><br/><br/>I smile when my match is about to start. ""Well I suppose it is time for my duel."" I head down to the arena and face my opponent. Male, fairly spry, and seems to be fast. Nothing I can't handle. I give a smile at him. ""Try to make this good. we have a crowd to entertain.""<br/><br/>As soon as I say that the match begins and my opponent charges at me. I mutter my spell real quick and put some reinforcement into my hands. Suddenly he strikes faster than I can blink but I manage to block with my reinforced hand and jump back from him.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Telekinetic reinforcement. But unlike Kristina's he is using it to accelerate his movements not put raw behind his fists like she does.</span>I think and put more magic into my fists. If he is playing that game then perhaps it is time for me to put even more power into my hands. By now my fists are as hard as stone but I can put more into it. I charge at him taking him off guard, most people would be at the fact that I am taking the offensive like this but I have won many battles through this surprise. Attack when people expect you to defend and it can allow you to change the entire scene of the battle. Though this is definitely a method that can only be applied expertly otherwise it is simple foolhardiness and we will have lost the battle before it has begun if we rely on that simple trick. But people who know you are about to attack when you should defend are truly annoying at times. We pretty much clash and start grappling and going back and forth but it is clear that I am a far greater opponent when it comes to hand to hand fighting, even without reinforcing my hands. Though he finally manages to grab me with his telepathy and throws me. While I fly I yell my spell and place as much power as I can into my fist. I land near the edge of the ring but in the moment I need to get back up he charges at me again so I sweep his leg out from under him taking advantage of the fact that he thought I was getting back out. I get up quicker than he does and kick him in the head. I mutter a quick spell reinforcing my feet to the strength of bronze and kick him in the head as he tries to get up.After giving him another good kick to his back he doesn't try to get up any more.<br/><br/>""...We have a winner."" The Announcer says surprised at the result himself and I walk back to the stands smiling.<br/><br/>""How disappointing. I had hoped that he would put in more of a fight but it was so unsatisfying. But something greater in terms of satisfaction has begun."" I say grinning that same grin everyone who shares in our sickness has about these things. ""For now the bait has been set. Lets see if a Knight takes the bait."" I mutter laying back in my seat. ""I am so looking forward to it. For no real Knight can resist a Dragon's bait."""
11063,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=725,2015-12-17T16:08:00,Esternial,"Ritz plumped herself down on one of the seats in the competitor's booth, her body still sore from the fight and recovering from the surge of adrenaline. She could feel her hearth beating in her throat. Rather than observe the battles, she mediated, sitting completely still with her eyes firmly shut. Entranced and calm, Ritz focused on the flow of energy inside her body as it assumed its steady flow.<br/><br/>Only when Akemi's duel started did she open her eyes. Both mind and body felt revitalised, and as the winner of this duel would decide her next opponent she would do well to pay attention.<br/><br/>It was uncanny. The calm that had settled over her was briefly disturbed, as if a pebble landed into a calm river and sent ripples across the water. Akemi seemed so much like her, at least when it came to fighting. Through a spell she reinforced her arms and legs, similar to what her own tactic, but Ritz could discern the differences. Akemi wasn't like her. Did she feel a hint of reassurance? Was she envious of the girl that was fighting before her?<span style=""font-style: italic"">Focus, Ritz.</span>She took a deep breath and regained her focus. Akemi display an absolutely raw power. Whatever control she had over the flow of energy within her body, it seemed as if she were using a spell to accomplish it rather than manipulate the energy directly.<br/><br/>Her fighting style was different than Ritz' but paired perfectly with the nature of her magic. Raw and brutal. Like an avalanche. Triggered in an instant. It was completely unlike Ritz', whose fighting resembled the elegance and grace of a babbling creek, occasionally picking up speed and cascading down in a waterfall. She needed to to build up the energy, whereas Akemi could just conjure it near-instantaneously. This could be a problem. With bated breath she watched the fight, but as the end drew near Ritz already knew Akemi would draw out a victory.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Damn.</span><br/><br/>How would she approach her next battle? Trying to match Akemi's raw power would probably inflict more harm onto herself than her opponent. She couldn't strengthen her fist, so even if she matched the force she's probably break every bone in her hand. Whatever it was, Ritz needed to use another plan of attack. Her mind wandered all over the place, brainstorming for possible options.<br/><br/>...<br/><br/>...<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Maybe.</span>It was a gamble. She rarely diverted from her usual approach, but maybe it was time to get over that. The corners of her mouth crept upward in a faint smile. Though she didn't want to admit it, she felt excited about the upcoming battle - even if only a little."
11064,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=725,2015-12-18T22:20:00,Mortelatuzia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""color: #FFBF00""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Elysia</span></span></span>sighed as she watched her opponent narrowly avoid her powerful attack yet again. She would need to do more than simply attack and defend to defeat this opponent. The predictability of Form I was causing her to lose her advantages. She thought about changing her form, but her memory was failing her and she couldn't quite get into the mindset required to use the advanced techniques. In the end, she brushed these ideas away as she noticed her opponent was preparing another attack. She waited for the next ice ball to be thrown before casting herself a large shield.<br/><br/><span style=""color: #FF00FF"">""Protera Scudo""</span>She stated naturally as she bolstered her defense. All too late did she realize that the ball was merely a piece of the larger attack. Almost as though time had slowed down she watched the burst of flame come into contact with the ball. It was too late to change her fate so Elysia merely braced for impact as the makeshift grenade exploded and she was flung back a fair few meters. Luckily, she had gained enough ground to have not been thrown off the edge, but this attacked changed something in Elysia's mindset. The final piece clicked into place. As she recovered off the ground she grinned tauntingly at her opponent.<br/><br/>""You're not so bad. But let's pick up the pace."" She shouted at the other girl before she spit out codewords like venom.<span style=""color: #FF8000"">""Creare un muro come quello di Berlino.""</span>She raised her frontward left hand and conjured a large wall of white light between the two combatants. The wall was too high to scale but not strong enough to deflect an attack due to its size. It merely acted as a buffer as the golden spellcaster whispered like a viper and prepared another attack in her right hand placed behind her.<span style=""color: #FF0000"">""Gli dèi saranno gettati a pezzi da questa creazione...""</span><br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""color: #000000""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Gawiëhr</span></span></span>stood calmly and observed the circumstances. He was about to comment on Kyrissa's perhaps over-expedient creation of a wall around the statue when the fallen student regained consciousness. He listened carefully as the girl babbled on about what had occurred before slipping back into stasis. He observed Ellyn carefully as she spoke, trying to spot any strange nuances that might occur if she were being mind-controlled or something of the like. Even though he didn't know her that well, she seemed to fit the bill rather nicely, a rushed girl in a panic. He looked to the aspirant and then to the other girl before speaking his mind.<br/><br/>""Well, either this statue is an extremely elaborate mind control device that will turn use into shells or it will transport our souls into some sort of alternate dream realm and they need our help otherwise they may actually die."" He sighed lightly out annoyance more than anything. ""Personally, I don't believe either but from what it sounded like there isn't much time to argue semantics, hm?"""
11065,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=725,2015-12-18T23:11:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Mortelatuzia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=27076163#p27076163"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""color: #FFBF00""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Elysia</span></span></span> sighed as she watched her opponent narrowly avoid her powerful attack yet again. She would need to do more than simply attack and defend to defeat this opponent. The predictability of Form I was causing her to lose her advantages. She thought about changing her form, but her memory was failing her and she couldn't quite get into the mindset required to use the advanced techniques. In the end, she brushed these ideas away as she noticed her opponent was preparing another attack. She waited for the next ice ball to be thrown before casting herself a large shield.<br/><br/><span style=""color: #FF00FF"">""Protera Scudo""</span> She stated naturally as she bolstered her defense. All too late did she realize that the ball was merely a piece of the larger attack. Almost as though time had slowed down she watched the burst of flame come into contact with the ball. It was too late to change her fate so Elysia merely braced for impact as the makeshift grenade exploded and she was flung back a fair few meters. Luckily, she had gained enough ground to have not been thrown off the edge, but this attacked changed something in Elysia's mindset. The final piece clicked into place. As she recovered off the ground she grinned tauntingly at her opponent.<br/><br/>""You're not so bad. But let's pick up the pace."" She shouted at the other girl before she spit out codewords like venom. <span style=""color: #FF8000"">""Creare un muro come quello di Berlino.""</span> She raised her frontward left hand and conjured a large wall of white light between the two combatants. The wall was too high to scale but not strong enough to deflect an attack due to its size. It merely acted as a buffer as the golden spellcaster whispered like a viper and prepared another attack in her right hand placed behind her. <span style=""color: #FF0000"">""Gli dèi saranno gettati a pezzi da questa creazione...""</span><br/></div></blockquote><br/>""Not bad? Don't make me get out the white phosphorous."" She joked, mostly as a bid to hide her concern. The technique had changed, and the battle had evolved. She couldn't let her charge up that spell, that much was for sure. Or at least delay it. That might be best at this point.<br/><br/>Juna created a staircase out of solid air, swiftly she climbed up and then chanted another spell, remotely liquifying the ground under her foe. And then finally she chanted the spells to make another grenade, filling it with hydrogen and again cursing the fact she didn't have any of her more complex bombs. Things like that usaully took longer to create magically. She tossed it at her foe, ready to give her the same treatment as before."
11066,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=725,2015-12-21T19:52:00,Mortelatuzia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #FFBF00"">Elysia</span></span></span>ran towards her opponent while shouting the final lines of her spell.<span style=""color: #FF0000"">""...di luce e il cielo combinate come uno!""</span>In that same moment she took a ferocious leap up towards her opponent while bringing her hands together in front of her and unleashed a torrential beam of light that seemed to ever so slightly dim the lights of the arena. As the massive revolving beam reached the wall of light, the entire wall shattered into shards of golden before disappearing entirely.<br/><br/>This is the power of Form II, the second form of Daemorian martial arts. Elysia has finally been able to let go of her worries and be consumed by the battle. The aggressiveness, the taunting, the relentlessness, all key traits to this style of combat. After nearly an entire year of restraint, the girl of light has taken the first steps to becoming a warrior yet again.<br/><br/>As the last of the beam propelled its way out of her palms, Elysia barely caught glimpse of the familiar icy bomb that her opponent so favored. Compelled not to let herself be defeated by it, she leapt above the ball and flame that surely could have led to her demise.<span style=""color: #FF00FF"">""Protera Scutum.""</span>She stated as she leapt forward, creating a white, rectangular, and curved shield of light formed around her rearward right arm, protecting her body from the blast's direct damage. The light shield holds from the blast, but she is propelled almost gracefully some distance upwards from the power of the blast. In those few moments, Elysia no longer had doubts or fears about anyone's livelihood. Her mind and body finally, truly became one with the battle. Juvapa."
11067,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=725,2015-12-21T20:05:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Mortelatuzia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=27111599#p27111599"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #FFBF00"">Elysia</span></span></span> ran towards her opponent while shouting the final lines of her spell. <span style=""color: #FF0000"">""...di luce e il cielo combinate come uno!""</span> In that same moment she took a ferocious leap up towards her opponent while bringing her hands together in front of her and unleashed a torrential beam of light that seemed to ever so slightly dim the lights of the arena. As the massive revolving beam reached the wall of light, the entire wall shattered into shards of golden before disappearing entirely.<br/><br/>This is the power of Form II, the second form of Daemorian martial arts. Elysia has finally been able to let go of her worries and be consumed by the battle. The aggressiveness, the taunting, the relentlessness, all key traits to this style of combat. After nearly an entire year of restraint, the girl of light has taken the first steps to becoming a warrior yet again.<br/><br/>As the last of the beam propelled its way out of her palms, Elysia barely caught glimpse of the familiar icy bomb that her opponent so favored. Compelled not to let herself be defeated by it, she leapt above the ball and flame that surely could have led to her demise. <span style=""color: #FF00FF"">""Protera Scutum.""</span> She stated as she leapt forward, creating a white, rectangular, and curved shield of light formed around her rearward right arm, protecting her body from the blast's direct damage. The light shield holds from the blast, but she is propelled almost gracefully some distance upwards from the power of the blast. In those few moments, Elysia no longer had doubts or fears about anyone's livelihood. Her mind and body finally, truly became one with the battle. Juvapa.</div></blockquote><br/>Juna took quite a hit from the beam, and from the falling from the wall. Her solid air sheild didn't fare much better. She grunted. Falling not so gracefully to the floor as she groaned. The sheild was on it's last legs, and her opponents shield had barely been damaged. Juna gritted her teeth in frustration as she peeled herself off the ground. Even in an arena without combat she was loosing. Magic was what she was good at, so why couldn't she win?<br/><br/>She calmed herself. She needed to start taking this battle back into her favour. She liquified metal of the stage they were on, then put her hand into it, drawing out a solid blade as she mumbled more magic words. It was far from perfect, but it would do as a makeshift weapon. Though it would have to work in combination with a distraction. A few more mumbled words and her foe would find she was now standing above some transformed cesium, reacting violently with the air, it would explode.<br/><br/>Juna was beginning to feel the effects of magical fatigue. That much Ceasium at this distance had been a chore to convert, but hopefully it would pay off. She charged forward, swinging her sword in a bid to even some of the damage on shields, she encircled the thing with flames so that it would actually do damage to her."
11068,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=725,2015-12-21T21:03:00,Mortelatuzia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #FFBF00"">Elysia</span></span></span>landed fluidly onto the ground before noticing the ground itself had been turned against her. She tried to defend herself with her shield but only managed to cover her upper torso as the explosions pushed her forward and took a beating on her energy shield. Clenching her teeth in irritation and pain, she got off the ground with both her light Scutum shield and her energy shield intact. She watched her opponents' movements carefully as the other girl created a makeshift sword and began to charge her. Elysia changed her stance, placing her shield in front of her and at this point appearing as though she were a magical legionary. She watched the other girl charge at her with her sword at a lower left angle, preparing for an upwards strike. Grinning, Elysia formed her empty left hand into an L and whispered the first code words of her spell.<br/><br/><span style=""color: #FF8000"">""Tensione massima.""</span>She said as the tip of her index finger began to lightly glow yellow. At that moment, Elysia stepped forward and blocked the charged attack with her shield and pointed her left hand at her opponent's face. The light shield could not have held for a second longer as the cracks in its arrangement were a clear sign that it was losing power and could shatter at any moment. Nevertheless Elysia, with her hand pointed at Juna at point-blank range, said first ""Sorry."" before shouting<span style=""color: #FF0000"">""Sparare!""</span>A small but still relatively damaging beam fired out of Elysia's fingertip and proved to be the breaking point of Juna's shield as the announcer yelled ""Cease!"" and began his usual post-match routine.<br/><br/>Elysia put her hands on her knees and caught her breath as the medical attendants marched forward to check up on the both of them. She felt relieved her managed to not be as negative and dangerous as some of the previous ones. She recovered herself quickly, walked over to her former opponent, and extended her hand to her with a friendly smile on her face."
11069,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=725,2015-12-21T21:20:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Mortelatuzia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=27112526#p27112526"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #FFBF00"">Elysia</span></span></span> landed fluidly onto the ground before noticing the ground itself had been turned against her. She tried to defend herself with her shield but only managed to cover her upper torso as the explosions pushed her forward and took a beating on her energy shield. Clenching her teeth in irritation and pain, she got off the ground with both her light Scutum shield and her energy shield intact. She watched her opponents' movements carefully as the other girl created a makeshift sword and began to charge her. Elysia changed her stance, placing her shield in front of her and at this point appearing as though she were a magical legionary. She watched the other girl charge at her with her sword at a lower left angle, preparing for an upwards strike. Grinning, Elysia formed her empty left hand into an L and whispered the first code words of her spell.<br/><br/><span style=""color: #FF8000"">""Tensione massima.""</span> She said as the tip of her index finger began to lightly glow yellow. At that moment, Elysia stepped forward and blocked the charged attack with her shield and pointed her left hand at her opponent's face. The light shield could not have held for a second longer as the cracks in its arrangement were a clear sign that it was losing power and could shatter at any moment. Nevertheless Elysia, with her hand pointed at Juna at point-blank range, said first ""Sorry."" before shouting <span style=""color: #FF0000"">""Sparare!""</span> A small but still relatively damaging beam fired out of Elysia's fingertip and proved to be the breaking point of Juna's shield as the announcer yelled ""Cease!"" and began his usual post-match routine.<br/><br/>Elysia put her hands on her knees and caught her breath as the medical attendants marched forward to check up on the both of them. She felt relieved her managed to not be as negative and dangerous as some of the previous ones. She recovered herself quickly, walked over to her former opponent, and extended her hand to her with a friendly smile on her face.</div></blockquote><br/>Juna grunted as she fell to the floor, her ears still ringing with the sound of cracked Sheild and spells cast. Her weapon had slid from her hands and fell off the edge of the arena. She however was left on the arena, her defeat doing more to incapacitate her than any of the previous bombs.<br/><br/>""Dammit..."" She muttered. Every time she set out to prove herself she found herself in exactly the same predicament. She didn't even make it past the first round that time. She though this would be a new start. A new beginning. She could finally be respected. But now she knew that wasn't the case. For her this wasn't just a tournament, she had been taught that fighting was where your true worth manifested, and so far she had not proved herself worthy at all.<br/><br/>She saw Elysias smile and returned it with a glare. Of course she was smiling.<br/><br/>She got up on her own and let out laboured breaths. She tried to walk away, but she found herself stumbling, her body was more tired than she realised. She groaned as she regained her balance. ""Dammit."" She spoke again."
11070,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=725,2015-12-22T00:10:00,Ularn,"Kyrissa swallowed uncomfortably as her hand went instinctively to her sword pommel. ""You think they could really be in danger?"" she asked Gawiëhr, teeth set painfully. She had made enough wrong decisions in the last day; this one, at least, she was determined to get right.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 50px;""></span>Gawiëhr shrugged, ""Like I said; neither seems likely but I can't think of any other explanation.""<br/><span style=""margin-left: 50px;""></span>Kyr bit her lip. Academically, she knew a little about mind control spells. If Ellyn and the professor were under an influence it was probably weak if all it could do was control their speech and had to render them nearly unconscious to do it. It was the sort of thing the Academy would definitely have people available to lift. A decent healer like Arcander ought to be able to do it himself. Actually, the fact neither he nor Kyr herself had detected even a hint of mental subjugation in Cyranis lent credence to the suggestion that both master and student were still in their right minds, wherever those minds were.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 50px;""></span>That meant perhaps they<span style=""font-style: italic"">were</span>both in danger. Gawiëhr laid it out perfectly; there was no other explanation.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 50px;""></span>Touch the sword and there was a chance Kyr was placing herself under a domination spell. It might be weak enough to be easily lifted or strong enough to conceal itself from a capable knight-mender. Refuse to touch it and she was leaving allies to fend for themselves.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 50px;""></span>This time was not like the duel. Kyr's head was clear; she had balanced the options and there was only one possible course for her to take. ""I'm going in,"" she declared, ""Arc, can you look after us?""<br/><span style=""margin-left: 50px;""></span>She felt slightly ridiculous telling an aspirant what to do. Arc gave no sign of offence at the demand dressed as a request. He realised like her that there needed to be a capable fighter and healer left behind in case this was all some kind of trick and an aspirant was less expendable than a student. Instead he simply lifted an eyebrow. ""'Us'?"" he queried.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 50px;""></span>Kyr looked at her nearest classmate, ""Gawiëhr?""<br/><span style=""margin-left: 50px;""></span>The young man nodded, jaw set with the same determination Kyr felt in her own face. ""Sure,"" he answered, ""Why not?"".<br/><span style=""margin-left: 50px;""></span>""Us too!"" The voice was female, coming from Jynna as she pushed her way through the crowd of gathered students. Alfenn came with her, eyeing the sword with reluctance ans scepticism while following closely behind his girlfriend.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 50px;""></span>Kyr smiled at all three of them, grateful beyond words for the support. She had done nothing to earn any of these people's trust and had no illusions that it was her they were following. Yet all of them were willing to risk whatever magic was in that sword to protect their allies. After her encounter with Rache, it was a camaraderie she had not expected to find in the Silver Hand.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 50px;""></span>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Us,</span>"" she confirmed, looking back to Arc with a smile, then mouthed the code word to activate her armour for whatever good it might do her and knelt down before the statue on the stone slabs of the temple floor. Transferring her sword from its scabbard to her lap while keeping it gripped in her right hand, she reached out to the statue with her left. The air rippled and shimmered as her fingertips met the resistance of her shield. On either side of her the others were taking up similar positions. At least sitting down no-one was likely to hurt themselves when the sword's magic knocked them unconscious.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 50px;""></span>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Notdjoig nepehif,</span>"" she breathed. The shield lifted and her hand fell through to touch the sword."
11071,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=725,2015-12-26T07:18:00,Atlannia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lillin Kihari</span><br/><br/>Like a reptile stirring itself from a sun shrouded rock after catching the scent of prey on the wind, Lillin lifted her head and peered lazily towards the ring, a thin smile forming as her name was called.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Time to hunt</span>she thought, standing up and stretching and as she did so sparing a thought towards Laughing Dog, languishing unused in hyperspace throughout all of this. The scythe would be pitching a fit knowing there was fighting going on without it, when she finally retrieved him she knew he would be tense and straining with manic energy, babbling and giggling until she took him . For a moment Lillin swore she could feel the scythe's oppressive aura, hear his rasping mechanical voice in her ear muttering something about rising dawns and sun swallowing serpents. The girl shook her head, flaring strands of purple hair to frame her face. She spent too much time with the damn scythe, it was the weaponised equivalent of a mental patient and was just about always with her or close by.<br/><br/>For a rare moment Lillin found herself attempting to divine the inner thoughts of a mind other than her own. It wasn't something she was necessarily incapable of or even unskilled at but it was usually an exercise that held little interest to her. Whatever complex and high minded ruminations people entertained in their day to day lives it all went right out the window as soon as their lies were on the line and a new, more primal set of instincts, emotions and reckoning took its place. Lillin was usually only interested in the latter, the real emotions that calm and peace buried like the silt of a still river. But now she found herself trying to parse the line of thinking of a centuries old weapon stuck in its own tiny pocket of space until called upon. Did the scythe wonder what was going on without it? Did it relieve past battles, glorious victories and humiliating defeats? Did it compare her to its past wielders? Did it... like her?<br/><br/>That was certainly a line of inquiry that had never occurred to Lillin. She was accustomed to thinking of weapons as tools, after all most were nothing more than that and even if Laughing Dog was technically different its lack of personability had encouraged Lillin to train herself to regard its outbursts as simply noise. Occasionally useful for unnerving opponents, usually just annoying noise, Lillin had no idea what any of it actually meant. She knew the scythe always perked up when she summoned it, could feel it thrumming with eagerness but she wondered if that was because it liked to be wielded by her or if it was just thankful to escape its usual isolation in any form.<br/><br/>Lillin found herself wondering if the reason Laughing Dog was so unbalanced was not any particular traumatic event or damage to its systems but simply long stretches of solitude. Lillin made a sudden decision. Before exiting the spectator’s box Lillin held her hand out and called Laughing Dog, feeling the haft of the weapon materialise in her grip a moment later. She felt the same thrum of energy she always did from the scythe and its haft seemed to flex underneath her fingers as if working out the stiffness in its muscles. Lillin leaned the scythe against a nearby fence, waving away a suddenly alert referee with a dismissive hand motion. After placing the scythe down so that its wide, staring eye was facing the arena Lillin relinquished her grip in the weapon and proceeded into the arena unarmed.<br/><br/>The eye was painted on, a much later addition to the ancient weapon, Lillin knew that intellectually. She could still feel Laughing Dog's heavy gaze on her back somehow and she definitely heard its rasping voice.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Hunt. Welll...</span></span>hissed the scythe.<br/><br/>Without turning around Lillin’s smile widened, displaying pretty, white teeth.<br/><br/>Maybe they understood each other better than she had first thought."
11072,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=725,2015-12-28T03:06:00,Mortelatuzia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #FFBF00"">Elysia</span></span></span>clicked her tongue as the other girl tried to make a show for herself and walk out on her own. When she stumbled, the caring blonde girl instinctively ran up to the other girl and put her arm over her own neck to give her support. She began to walk her back to the staging area where some staff would no doubt help. She turned her head to the girl and spoke in a sort of friendly yet scolding voice, the kind of tone she usually took with her brother back home.<br/><br/>""Now, I don't care if you hate me, but you really shouldn't be trying to act tough after what just happened to you. You need some rest then you can kick my ass later."" She winked and grinned almost tauntingly at her old opponent as she continued to walk her out of the arena as the announcer finished his hype building and began to call the combatants for Round 2.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #000000"">Gawiëhr</span></span></span>pondered for a moment to think of more reasonable explanations for the current two unconscious bodies. He thought of none. The warrior girl, Kyrissa, seemed unsure about the situation and asked him desperately for certainty. He wasn't entirely convinced himself but casually shrugged nonetheless and restated his non-answer. He looked at the statue now enclosed by a magic shield and studied it carefully. It seemed clearly to be a model of one of the God-Knight's swords, so it seemed plausible that it may have some inherit magical properties tied to it. The brief description they had received seemed odd however and unfitting for what many would consider a holy shrine.<br/><br/>The situation seemed dire as Ellyn had seemed to cry desperately for their assistance despite having the seasoned professor alongside her in whatever dream or dimension they were in. Clearly that meant they are outmatched or at least outnumbered in this alternate dimension if Cyranis had instructed her to call for reinforcements. Perhaps they didn't have their weapons in the other world? Or maybe they are otherwise handicapped, perhaps by their magic or their physical strength. Either way, what happens if they are defeated in this other plane? Will they simply die in this world with no hope of saving? Will their minds transfer back to their bodies? Or perhaps will the dark presence overtake them and control them? And what has happened to previous individuals who have touched this sword? Or has no one dared touch the statue before because they were aware of its power? The young man attempted to reason out his thoughts but the entire nature of the event clouded his mind with questions.<br/><br/>He dropped the matter in time to hear Kyrissa volunteer herself to go with a team into whatever the statue held. She asked him for his attendance and he grinned mischievously at the thought. Perhaps now he could finally get a taste of battle. ""Sure, why not?"" He told his new teammate as he prepared himself mentally for whatever lied ahead. He stood his ground beside the sword and noticed two other unfamiliar students volunteering themselves as well. He nodded his head in acknowledgement, a squad of six would definitely be preferable to face the unknown. He took a seat with the others at the base of the statue, looked over toward Kyrissa, nodded his head, and then proceeded to touch the statue."
11073,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=725,2015-12-28T21:56:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Mortelatuzia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=27174215#p27174215"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #FFBF00"">Elysia</span></span></span> clicked her tongue as the other girl tried to make a show for herself and walk out on her own. When she stumbled, the caring blonde girl instinctively ran up to the other girl and put her arm over her own neck to give her support. She began to walk her back to the staging area where some staff would no doubt help. She turned her head to the girl and spoke in a sort of friendly yet scolding voice, the kind of tone she usually took with her brother back home.<br/><br/>""Now, I don't care if you hate me, but you really shouldn't be trying to act tough after what just happened to you. You need some rest then you can kick my ass later."" She winked and grinned almost tauntingly at her old opponent as she continued to walk her out of the arena as the announcer finished his hype building and began to call the combatants for Round 2.</div></blockquote><br/>Juna was surprised when she felt Elysia support her. She was going to protest, though she didn't know if she could walk on her own yet or not. She groaned. ""Thanks..."" She spoke, not wanting to be a jerk to someone who had just helped her. Her anger turned to shame as she blushed red. ""I just wanted-"" She stopped, then sighed. Juna then let herself be carried off by the medics into her own care room.<br/><br/>The entire trip there and her stay in the medical room she mournfully considered her defeat, cursing herself for failing to win. She barely registered that the medics told her that she had a sprained ankle which could be treated swiftly enough. She simply nodded and returned to her melancholy."
11074,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=725,2015-12-28T23:03:00,Ularn,"<span style=""font-style: italic"">Heavy footsteps echoed along the deck of the command chariot. Around the room a few faces turned to look briefly at the new arrival but most stayed focused intently on their own screens. Everyone present was dressed for combat. Even if this chariot was not to go anywhere near the battle, there were certain appearances to be upheld if nothing else and the general believed that tacticians and strategists performed best if you made them go through the same preparations as the troops they were directing.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 50px;""></span>The first officer rose from the throne at the head of the bridge and offered it to his commander, explaining as he did so, ""We have him, my lady.""<br/><span style=""margin-left: 50px;""></span>""Put him on screen,"" the general replied. Like the rest of her body, her face and expression was concealed by worn but once glossy black armour and silver chain mail trimmed with silver holocloth. There was no reading her temperament and her voice carried no emotion behind it.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 50px;""></span>The main screen of the chariot flickered from the view of a fleet of such vessels in orbit to show a knight in armour as the general lowered herself into the throne. The knight was male, youthful but strained and weary from long days, hard labour and very little sleep. He attempted to smile as he recognised the general and gave an almost flippant greeting, ""It's good to see you again my old friend. Nice armour.""<br/><span style=""margin-left: 50px;""></span>""By order of the Aurex of the Phantom Blade, I am here to place you under arrest.""<br/><span style=""margin-left: 50px;""></span>The knight sighed, the smile slipping momentarily, ""And here I was hoping this might be a social call. I was wondering where we were going to sit all your friends.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 50px;""></span>The general ignored the comment, ""Surrender yourself and order your soldiers to lay down their arms. No-one else has to die today.""<br/><span style=""margin-left: 50px;""></span>The knight eyes gave up their veneer of humour and returned to sorrow. ""How did it come to this? Remember when we used to be allies?""<br/><span style=""margin-left: 50px;""></span>""That was before you turned your back on the Lawful Orders,"" the general's voice still gave as much hint of her feelings as the anonymous black helmet she wore.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 50px;""></span>""The Lawful Orders are misguided,"" the knight pleaded, ""Aradain was not what you all think he is.""<br/><span style=""margin-left: 50px;""></span>""You still broke your oaths.""<br/><span style=""margin-left: 50px;""></span>""Oaths made because of beliefs I now understand to be false,"" he countered, shaking his head, ""I had hoped you might see the reasoning. I hoped you might join our cause. There's no hope, is there?""<br/><span style=""margin-left: 50px;""></span>""None,"" the general confirmed, ""Give up now; it's over and I'll take no pleasure In killing you.""<br/><span style=""margin-left: 50px;""></span>The smile was back, grimmer this time. ""You have, what, twenty-thousand knights on pegasusback? I still have you outnumbered, my friend.""<br/><span style=""margin-left: 50px;""></span>""You know I would do just the same with less.""<br/><span style=""margin-left: 50px;""></span>A nod. ""I know you would. You know you'll bleed from this, right?""<br/><span style=""margin-left: 50px;""></span>""You'll bleed more.""<br/><span style=""margin-left: 50px;""></span>""Probably,"" he agreed then sighed once more in resignation, ""Farewell then, my old friend. I'm sure I'll find you on the field.""<br/><span style=""margin-left: 50px;""></span>The screen cut back to the view of the planet. The fleet of chariots hung in space much as they had before, only now they were joined by a multitude of tiny specks; squadrons of mounted knights with more leaving their transports and forming up by the second. The general watched the scene for a moment in silence then rose from the throne and turned to her aide. ""Have my pegasus saddled and ready for battle,"" she ordered, ""I will be leading the first assault.""<br/><span style=""margin-left: 50px;""></span>""My lady, are you sure that's wise?""<br/><span style=""margin-left: 50px;""></span>""This battle is already over. If I defeat him quickly I can end it before many more have to die.""<br/><span style=""margin-left: 50px;""></span>The squire nodded and bowed, ""Yes, lady Kerembor.""</span><br/><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">What was that?</span><br/><span style=""margin-left: 50px;""></span>Kyrissa was kneeling on the surface of a golden platform suspended in space, enveloped by silence so loud that it roared in her ears. There was no light but she could see clearly and as she gathered her feet beneath her like a sack of steel ingots she realised that the pinpricks all around her were not stars but platforms like her own and as she looked at each one it seemed to come closer, close enough to touch even as unfathomable distances separated them.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 50px;""></span>Noise. She heard it; noise apart from the deafening silence. Battle. Kyr searched the sea of platform stars for an eternity of seconds before she found it. Ellyn and Cyranis were there; Kyr could see them if she tried looking down on them from below, armed and casting against shadows that stepped towards them across the voids between platforms even as their fellows were cut down again and and again.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 50px;""></span>Battle.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 50px;""></span>Kyr was sure she ought to be afraid. She was certain she<span style=""font-style: italic"">had</span>been afraid yesterday when she and the others had ridden to the aid of her classmates in the cave in what she had expected to be her first battle. Then there had been reason to be afraid though, and reason was long gone from whatever this place was. When, with actual battle clear and imminent, Kyr looked inside herself for the fear she was supposed to conquer before drawing her sword, she found nothing.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 50px;""></span>She stepped forward off the edge of her platform<br/><span style=""margin-left: 50px;""></span>and landed hard on the rim of Ellyn and Cyranis' one. She took the jarring impact on her greaves, once more scrambled to her feet and sprinted to join them. ""There should be others on their way,"" she gasped, ""Gawiëhr and Jynna and Alfenn. They followed me in here but I don't know where they are.""<br/><span style=""margin-left: 50px;""></span>A creature lunged at her from the edge of the platform where it just landed. Kyr's ignited blade found it mid-strike and it dissolved before her eyes. ""What is this place?"" she asked, watching the creature evaporate in disbelief even as more swarmed up and down and over the platform's edge, ""What do we do?"""
11075,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=725,2015-12-31T17:20:00,Mortelatuzia,"As soon as<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #FFBF00"">Elysia</span></span></span>was finished handling Juna she quickly got her equipment off before heading out of the arena. She thought for a moment about checking on Kal but reasoned against it as Juna was probably getting treated as well and she clearly didn't want to speak to her. Besides, it would seem strange for her to go on her own anyway. She slowly made her way back to where Rache and Kristina were seated. As she walked she scanned the spectators and tried to match some of the faces to the names she had heard from the announcer. While she got the students' names squared away, she couldn't quite grasp the other contestants who were either absent or had no major identifying features. Her train of thought ceased as she situated herself in her seat and subsequently exhaled and slumped in her seat, finally adhering to the fatigue of the fight. After finishing her display, she turned to Rache with a clear but humorous grin before speaking casually. ""So, how'd I look?""<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #000000"">Gawiëhr</span></span></span>opened his ruby eyes and peered into the world that had enveloped him. Darkness. He grinned for a brief moment. Under normal circumstances he would be entirely in his element, the darkness would ease the labors of stealth and make his life near child's play. However, this moment of joy was swiftly swept away as he heard the ambiance of struggle and conflict. He rose from the ground to find that he had been sitting on a platform, one of many, that seemed to be suspended in that air. He looked over the edge of his pedestal to find the source of the noise, the instructor as well as Ellyn and promptly Kyrissa were locked in combat with shadowy figures that were emerging from the darkness.<br/><br/>He took the moment to study the creatures carefully. The beings seemed to be made out of some black substance, not a liquid but not quite a solid either, in essence they appeared to be made out of darkness itself. In contrast they emitted a visible red aura which made them obscenely easy to spot in the otherwise black realm. While he would have wanted nothing more than to sit and observe the creatures and their patterns, he stunted his instincts and leapt onto an angled platform in between him and the others. As he slid down the platform he closed his eyes for a brief moment and exhaled away his uncertainties before refocusing his eyes and leaping onto the battle platform.<br/><br/>He landed conveniently on top of a shadow's head and watched curiously as it seemed to dissolve into a black mist and seep back into the shadows. He rose again and joined the others in the center of the platform. He took position next to Ellyn, producing unarmed stance akin to Form IV, an almost purely defensive and counterattack focused form, and scanning the field for the numerous opponents. ""I'm just going to guess that they're not going to drop their weapons and surrender."" He said calmly, spotting three shadows approaching his position. He prepared himself mentally to summon a blade but silently hoped that something would stop their struggle from becoming a last stand."
11076,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=725,2015-12-31T19:44:00,Saleon,"Kal wakes up in a wide room near the arena, or more inside the arena. There were a number of beds lined up with medical mages lining a number of the beds. Curtains sequestered a number of beds. Some beds had personal accessories allowing the infirmed to listen to the tournament, while others did not. Near his bed happens to be a stand with a number of papers. Kal carefully grabs the papers and begins to read them. 4 cracked ribs, residual magical burns, a few tendons snapped, and his muscles flayed in a couple of places. He made a quick affirmation, ""Not bad... reminds me of that one fight in Sorsbern. Good fight. I think I smashed that guys nose that time. Wonder how he is doing... does he hate me? Can't remember. Might've forgotten the fight like I almost did."" He placed the papers backdown and hid his handiwork as he could hear the sound of the nurses returning.<br/><br/>Fortunately, they weren't for him, but another fighter, who expended themselves quite nicely. He could remember the girl's name... Juna, was it? The girl seemed to suffer a bit, and had to be assisted in by the mages. This allowed Kal an opportunistic moment to avoid the doctors droning on about all the stupid things he did. Sneak out while they were distracted. He shuffled from underneath the sheets sneakily, and meandered carefully from underneath the cover of a number of curtains. With luck he would avoid all of the nagging, and with luck he had managed. He found much of his personal effects near the door and collected them quickly before finally closing the door on the way out.<br/><br/>He walked the lone hallways of the arena, which seemed to be more devoid of the life in the stands or on stage and in the heat of battle. The lone interways which laced the under-parts of the tournament were slightly intriguing. Only a couple of lone individuals could be seen marking out the hallways. Staff members frantically marched to their next destination, but only ever one or two people. The shouting could only be faintly heard from inside the hallways. It almost felt lonely, sombering, and quiet all things considered. It was as if only a number of phantoms had haunted the dormant and forgotten path. Ironic, considering the maniac frenzy which existed on the surface. This was what had to be done to give the onlookers the experience they cherish: bring life to the empty thing that this arena normally is.<br/><br/>He really didn't know where he was going, but rather he listened in to the uproar of the crowd. He paid attention, keenly, to the sound and whether it got louder or softer as he went one way compared to another. It was a path of trial and error to find the entrance to the stands. He was surprised he had not gone somewhere he shouldn't have. He arced his back and popped a couple of stagnant bones as he looked at the light which peeked from out of the hallways. He walked around the stands, weary of stepping on anyone's feet, until he could find his way back to his section.<blockquote><div><cite>Mortelatuzia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=27214561#p27214561"">wrote</a>:</cite>As soon as <span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""color: #FFBF00"">Elysia</span></span> was finished handling Juna she quickly got her equipment off before heading out of the arena. She thought for a moment about checking on Kal but reasoned against it as Juna was probably getting treated as well and she clearly didn't want to speak to her. Besides, it would seem strange for her to go on her own anyway. She slowly made her way back to where Rache and Kristina were seated. As she walked she scanned the spectators and tried to match some of the faces to the names she had heard from the announcer. While she got the students' names squared away, she couldn't quite grasp the other contestants who were either absent or had no major identifying features. Her train of thought ceased as she situated herself in her seat and subsequently exhaled and slumped in her seat, finally adhering to the fatigue of the fight. After finishing her display, she turned to Rache with a clear but humorous grin before speaking casually. ""So, how'd I look?""</div></blockquote>He fancied, to his eyes' surprise, to have found a girl with golden hair, despite the number of people in the crowds. At least it was a bit easier considering its hard to find golden hair within their section of the stadium. He'd found Elysia, as it seems. He took to the stairs and began to make his way down. The announcer began to demarcate a number of victors and losers as he made way to the next set of fights. ""How'd I look?"" she spake casually. He walked towards her and Rache and Kristina. ""Yes,"" he giggled with a silly smirk, ""How'd she do?"""
11077,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=725,2016-01-02T13:37:00,Esternial,"When Kal returned to the stands, Ritz noticed immediately. She had kept to herself mostly, but couldn't help address her opponent from her first match. He seemed no worse for wear on the outside, but she wanted to be sure.<br/><br/>""Kal..."" She began, falling silent mid-sentence as she forgot what she wanted to say. Kal and her fought each other not too long ago, and she couldn't help but admit that the fight felt extremely exhilarating.<br/><br/>""Umm...thank you for a good fight!"" Along with that quick end to her sentence, she bowed slightly and cast her eyes downward. Ritz had yet to acquaint herself properly with the new students, and for awhile now she'd been isolating herself from the other students. She had a natural tendency to be rather stoic, and wasn't that good at interacting with people in the first place. But, after keeping to herself for a while, it was hard to get used to it again."
11078,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=725,2016-01-08T08:04:00,Atlannia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lillin Kihari</span><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Round two…</span><br/>“So you’re my opponent then?” Lillin asked, her eyes half closed and cat like. Her question had interrupted the referee as he repeated the rules of the bout and he closed his mouth awkwardly and glared at her.<br/>“Yup,” replied the youth opposite her, running a hand through his sandy hair and flashing her an easy smile, cutting off the referee once more and earning himself an ice glare. “Lucky me.”<br/>The boy seemed relaxed, both with holding a weapon and with being the centre of attention at a large gathering of people. He was one of the locals so Lillin supposed he had fought in this tournament before, perhaps placed highly or even won it. Either way it was easy to tell from his manner that in whatever small sphere he came from, whether it be a village or a region of some sort, he was the best fighter in it.<br/><br/>“We’ll see,” said Lillin, allowing a smile of her own to creep out.<span style=""font-style: italic""> It might be amusing to expand his worldview a little</span>she mused.<br/>The boy’s smile widened, plainly misinterpreting her expression as a different sort of interest altogether up until the moment the match began and Lillin lunged forwards with the same burst of speed she had commenced her last fight with, her fingertips glowing with energy as they arced through the air towards her opponent.<br/><br/>Almost at the last possible instant the boy hopped backwards out of range and muttered something under his breath, summoning a heavy blast of wind that forced her backwards, cutting off her momentum<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">I guess he’s not bad</span>Lillin though as her opponent took the offensive, leaping forwards to deliver a swift kick from the air that she barely sidestepped, before ducking under a wild roundhouse punch that came after it and counter attacking with a quick jab at his stomach. Before her strike connected however she heard the hiss of wind and felt his forearm slam into her wrist, parrying her attack.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">He’s fast</span>Lillin thought, after retreating to avoid another blow and regroup. [i[ I guess he’s speeding up his movements with wind and whenever I go on the offensive. I’ll have to do something about that and that wipe that dopey grin off his face while I’m at it, that is seriously starting to piss me off.[/i]<br/>As if reading her mind the boy took this moment to run a hand through his hair again and wink at her, all the while still wearing the same, easy smile.<br/>Lillin narrowed her eyes and scowled but she didn’t take the bait. Despite his bravado the boy was clearly more comfortable on the defensive than the offensive and it seemed he liked to provoke opponents into attacking recklessly.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">That’s not how this is gonna go down though</span>Lillin though, flipping her hair out of her face and tilting her head slightly to stare the boy down. Then she began to chant, noting with satisfaction as her opponent’s smile flickered and came back a little lopsided.<br/>The boy wanted to stay on the defensive, but as long as Lillin was chanting that strategy presented a certain amount of risk. The longer she chanted the more powerful her eventual attack would be. If he attacked recklessly now he ran the risk of running right into her spell but the longer he let her chant unhindered the more likely the possibility that her spell would simply overwhelm him no matter how he reacted.<br/>Lillin watched with barely suppressed glee as the gears turned in his head.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Fights just aren’t any fun unless you’re messing with someone,”</span>thought Lillin, as her opponent’s smile became stiffer and stiffer. Of course this strategy had risks for her as well, if the spell she chose was too weak she’d have to make a move before her opponent was properly rattled. Conversely of he made a move she’d be on the back foot and possibly unable to counter. The whole thing was essentially a game of chicken, Lillin had to predict when her opponent was going to crack and prepare her spell for that exact moment.<br/>Fortunately Lillin was pretty good at sort of thing, she figured about five seconds. She could see the whole dilemma unfold on his place.<br/>One second: Oh shit, what’s she casting? Better stay out of range for now.<br/>Three seconds: Hasn’t she been chanting for kind of a while? Maybe I should… But if I just rush in she’ll…<br/>Four seconds: ARRGH! SCREW IT!<br/>He came at her, even faster than before but it was the same overhead kick he had used last time, probably a favourite clutch move, and Lillin was ready for it.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Block with one hand and strike with the other on the same beat, defend yourself and seize the momentum with one smooth motion. </span><br/><br/>Lillin’s left hand shot upwards, stiff and parallel to her body to receive the weight of the leg that slammed into her. The force was impressive, supported by both artificial wind and sheer athleticism and her arm was pushed back so that he thudded into her shoulder as well with a solid thwack that Lillin knew for certain would leave a nasty pair of bruises. She felt nothing at that moment however, her focus entirely split between maintaining her balance, digging her feet into the ground to resist the incredible force of that kick, and gathering the energy her spell had generated into the palm of her hand. She pivoted, swinging around on her hip shoulder and slammed her free hand into his stomach, sending a cocktail of highly potent drugs through his skin to course through his bloodstream.<br/>The force of her blow alone pushed him off course and the boy landed slightly awkwardly, scrambling into a ready stance only to see Lillin turn her back to him, tossing her hair as she walked slowly towards the edge of the ring.<br/>“H-Hold it!” spluttered the referee indignantly. “If you step out of this ring you will the forfeit the match!”<br/><br/>Lillin glanced at the man sideways, just long enough to communicate her irritation. “The match is already over though,” she side, waving vaguely over her shoulder to indicate.<br/>Behind her the boy had gotten into the combat stance and then simply… frozen. He was no longer smiling, instead his expression was something closer to open-mouthed confusion as his mind processed the fact that his body no longer responded to his commands. His right leg twitched noticeably and he collapsed suddenly, wrapping his arms around his stomach and curling up as cramps wracked his muscles.<br/><br/>“That’s fine isn’t?” Lillin called over her shoulder as the referee ran back to examine her opponent, shaking his shoulder and asking if he could continue. “I mean I could go back there and knock him out if you really want,” she continued, twirling a strand of hair around one finger as she waited patiently at the edge of the of the ring, close enough that her toes hung out over the ledge.<br/>Eventually the referee stood up and held up an arm to declare her the victor. Lillin stepped out of the ring lightly, returning to where she had left Laughing Dog leaning against a handrail, running a finger along the weapon’s shaft with a thin, satisfied smile.<br/><br/>“Don’t worry,” she assured the weapon, when her touch elicited a low, mechanical growl. “Our next hunt will turn up some more interesting prey.” Lillin’s violet eyes swept over the combatants’ box to pick out the remaining contestants, her eyes glimmering with something like hunger.<br/>“I’m sure of it.”"
11079,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=725,2016-01-08T18:04:00,Elysian Kentarchy,"<blockquote><div><cite>Mortelatuzia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=27214561#p27214561"">wrote</a>:</cite>As soon as <span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #FFBF00"">Elysia</span></span></span> was finished handling Juna she quickly got her equipment off before heading out of the arena. She thought for a moment about checking on Kal but reasoned against it as Juna was probably getting treated as well and she clearly didn't want to speak to her. Besides, it would seem strange for her to go on her own anyway. She slowly made her way back to where Rache and Kristina were seated. As she walked she scanned the spectators and tried to match some of the faces to the names she had heard from the announcer. While she got the students' names squared away, she couldn't quite grasp the other contestants who were either absent or had no major identifying features. Her train of thought ceased as she situated herself in her seat and subsequently exhaled and slumped in her seat, finally adhering to the fatigue of the fight. After finishing her display, she turned to Rache with a clear but humorous grin before speaking casually. ""So, how'd I look?""<br/></div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #0000FF"">Rache</span></span></span><br/><br/>""So, how'd I look?"" She asks.<br/><br/>I bring my fist to my chin in thought when I open my mouth to give an answer Kal interrupts repeating the question. ""You seem strangely giddy Kal-san."" I can't help but remark ""And well I believe I said this in the woods but I think that your magic is impressive so I would be pleased to learn more about such an interesting magic."" I give a small smile. ""So in other words in battle you looked magnificent lass. Seeing such different people and such interesting magic makes the trip worth it.""<br/><br/>""Though abandoning our Brothers and Sisters to die on the front sets it in balance."" Kristina mutters,<br/><br/>""We discussed that Kristina-chan and no abandoning occurred when we were ordered to do so."" I reply ""Sorry about that she is still not used to being here and away from home. But yes I say you did extremely well."""
11080,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=725,2016-01-10T22:09:00,Mortelatuzia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #FFBF00"">Elysia</span></span></span>brightened as she heard a familiar voice beside her. She smiled radiantly and stood up with outstretched arms as if preparing to give her injured new friend a hug.<span style=""font-style: italic"">'Injured.'</span>She stopped herself mid-step and brought her arms inward with a quick realization. ""Oh. Right. Welcome back to the land of the living, Kal. You had me worried back there."" She said, mockingly scolding him for his overexertion in the fight. She was about to continue scolding him but stopped as she noticed a girlish figure slowly approaching the group. ""Hallo, Rítze."" She said softly as she waved. The girl seemed rather shy and perhaps even nervous. She called for Kal and Elysia instantly acknowledged the request by turning away from the pair and continuing her conversation with Rache.<br/><br/>She smiled at Rache's compliment, she enjoyed being accepted by the others so quickly. It made her feel a sense of calmness that she had long since forgotten. She acknowledged Kristina's cold comment but chose not to inquire about it. It sounded like a very touchy subject so it was probably best to avoid it altogether. If it was something she needed to know then she would certainly be informed.<br/><br/>""I know how you feel. I still think about home at night. But I know that the only way that I can save it is if I can complete my trials here, then I can come back and make the ""Half World"" whole again."" She half-chuckled at her own joke but shook her own head. Her caring eyes did take a moment to give their condolences to Kristina. It was clear that in an awful way the two of them were connecting, having been so intimate with death at such a young age. Eventually, Elysia glanced back towards the arena just in time to see a man crumble in agony and that sinister looking girl being declared a winner.<br/><br/>She grimaced at the girl, slight tinges of anger radiated from her as she coldly stared her down. She couldn't stand people who revel in pain, those who would rather watch their suffer than to simply declare victory. It reminded her of the arena frequenters back home who would constantly attend the fights just to see people battle to the death. Her arrogance also got Elysia's nerves, as it too reflected those from home who would walk through the double doors cocky and hungry for blood. It made her sick down to the very core of her heart to see someone fall to the dark. She clicked her tongue, shook her head, and sighed. She silently hoped that that girl and all those like her could be brought to see the light. Otherwise, the Universe will be a very dark place indeed."
11081,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=725,2016-01-11T20:11:00,Saleon,"<blockquote><div><cite>Esternial <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=27234521#p27234521"">wrote</a>:</cite>When Kal returned to the stands, <span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""color: #BF40FF"">Ritz</span></span> noticed immediately. She had kept to herself mostly, but couldn't help address her opponent from her first match. He seemed no worse for wear on the outside, but she wanted to be sure.<br/><br/>""Kal..."" She began, falling silent mid-sentence as she forgot what she wanted to say. Kal and her fought each other not too long ago, and she couldn't help but admit that the fight felt extremely exhilarating.<br/><br/>""Umm...thank you for a good fight!"" Along with that quick end to her sentence, she bowed slightly and cast her eyes downward. Ritz had yet to acquaint herself properly with the new students, and for awhile now she'd been isolating herself from the other students. She had a natural tendency to be rather stoic, and wasn't that good at interacting with people in the first place. But, after keeping to herself for a while, it was hard to get used to it again.</div></blockquote>Kal's eyes turned toward Ritz. She seemed a slight touch nervous, yet had an enjoyable look to her. ""...Thank you for a good fight!"" she stated, extending her gratitude. She cast a slight bow, as if giving respect to somebody of higher rank, or in this case, a worthy opponent. He was not to deny her due kind. He took an imperious bow, which had the grace of his aged noble blood, that nobility which had grewn stale. He couldn't help it, and, in these cases, that hated burden was genuinely helpful. ""I could not have had it another way..."" he formally noted, and then added a slight jape, ""outside of winning, hehe, but I am glad for the fight. My arm is fine at least.""<br/><br/>He raised his back up and showed her his arm. He had waved it around as if waking up old muscles. A show of good recovery. ""I hope to fight with you again, whether it be with or against, I can say it will be a good match,"" he added.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Mortelatuzia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=27328216#p27328216"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""color: #FFBF00"">Elysia</span></span> brightened as she heard a familiar voice beside her. She smiled radiantly and stood up with outstretched arms as if preparing to give her injured new friend a hug. <span style=""font-style: italic"">'Injured.'</span> She stopped herself mid-step and brought her arms inward with a quick realization. ""Oh. Right. Welcome back to the land of the living, Kal. You had me worried back there."" She said, mockingly scolding him for his overexertion in the fight. She was about to continue scolding him but stopped as she noticed a girlish figure slowly approaching the group. ""Hallo, Rítze."" She said softly as she waved. The girl seemed rather shy and perhaps even nervous. She called for Kal and Elysia instantly acknowledged the request by turning away from the pair and continuing her conversation with Rache.<br/><br/>She smiled at Rache's compliment, she enjoyed being accepted by the others so quickly. It made her feel a sense of calmness that she had long since forgotten. She acknowledged Kristina's cold comment but chose not to inquire about it. It sounded like a very touchy subject so it was probably best to avoid it altogether. If it was something she needed to know then she would certainly be informed.<br/><br/>""I know how you feel. I still think about home at night. But I know that the only way that I can save it is if I can complete my trials here, then I can come back and make the ""Half World"" whole again."" She half-chuckled at her own joke but shook her own head. Her caring eyes did take a moment to give their condolences to Kristina. It was clear that in an awful way the two of them were connecting, having been so intimate with death at such a young age. Eventually, Elysia glanced back towards the arena just in time to see a man crumble in agony and that sinister looking girl being declared a winner.<br/><br/>She grimaced at the girl, slight tinges of anger radiated from her as she coldly stared her down. She couldn't stand people who revel in pain, those who would rather watch their suffer than to simply declare victory. It reminded her of the arena frequenters back home who would constantly attend the fights just to see people battle to the death. Her arrogance also got Elysia's nerves, as it too reflected those from home who would walk through the double doors cocky and hungry for blood. It made her sick down to the very core of her heart to see someone fall to the dark. She clicked her tongue, shook her head, and sighed. She silently hoped that that girl and all those like her could be brought to see the light. Otherwise, the Universe will be a very dark place indeed.</div></blockquote>After Ritz had spoken her fill, Kal moved over to Elysia. He could see an unpleasant tinge to her face. She was watching the fight, or, rather, the victor of the fight. The victor had the eyes of a bloodied veteran. It was a savage gleam, not one happy with the battle, but the conquest. ""I'm sorry if I'm intruding,"" he stated. He could see the disapproval Elysia had for that battle-lusting fighter. he tried to soften her disapproval, ""Y'know, I have really decided there are three or four types of fighters in these competitions: those who wish to crush or demoralize, those who wish to test themselves, those who wish to enjoy themselves, and those who gamble. The first is really what people wish not in these kind of events. They are meaner, brutish, and deceiving themselves. A fighting tournament should be a fun test of one's skills. People fight for fun, even if it is dangerous. The second and third exemplify this. The fourth is a bit of the first, mixed with desperation. I don't see many of the bad types in this group, maybe one or two, but more of these people are in it for the right reasons.""<br/><br/>He exposited a bit longer than he expected. ""Either way, I wish you good luck. If your skills are as good as Rache states, than I hope to see it,"" He hoped to give her reassurance, ""I'll try not to 'overexert myself' cheering you on,"" and maybe to get a slight chuckle."
11082,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=725,2016-01-12T01:45:00,Atlannia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lillin Kihari</span><br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Mortelatuzia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=27328216#p27328216"">wrote</a>:</cite>She grimaced at the girl, slight tinges of anger radiated from her as she coldly stared her down. She couldn't stand people who revel in pain, those who would rather watch their suffer than to simply declare victory. It reminded her of the arena frequenters back home who would constantly attend the fights just to see people battle to the death. Her arrogance also got Elysia's nerves, as it too reflected those from home who would walk through the double doors cocky and hungry for blood. It made her sick down to the very core of her heart to see someone fall to the dark. She clicked her tongue, shook her head, and sighed. She silently hoped that that girl and all those like her could be brought to see the light. Otherwise, the Universe will be a very dark place indeed.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Saleon <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=27336819#p27336819"">wrote</a>:</cite>After Ritz had spoken her fill, Kal moved over to Elysia. He could see an unpleasant tinge to her face. She was watching the fight, or, rather, the victor of the fight. The victor had the eyes of a bloodied veteran. It was a savage gleam, not one happy with the battle, but the conquest. ""I'm sorry if I'm intruding,"" he stated. He could see the disapproval Elysia had for that battle-lusting fighter. he tried to soften her disapproval, ""Y'know, I have really decided there are three or four types of fighters in these competitions: those who wish to crush or demoralize, those who wish to test themselves, those who wish to enjoy themselves, and those who gamble. The first is really what people wish not in these kind of events. They are meaner, brutish, and deceiving themselves. A fighting tournament should be a fun test of one's skills. People fight for fun, even if it is dangerous. The second and third exemplify this. The fourth is a bit of the first, mixed with desperation. I don't see many of the bad types in this group, maybe one or two, but more of these people are in it for the right reasons.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Is there something wrong with the way I fight?"" asked a feminine voice from behind and slightly to the left of Kal. Lilllin had caught the disapproving looks while scoping out the remaining competition and found herself unable to resist prodding them a little. ""Let me see..."" Lillin held up a finger close to her chest and pointed out the members of the loose group. ""I know you,"" she said to Rache before sliding her finger on to the next person ""-And Ritz and I have already met,"" her smile widened into a wicked grin. ""But the rest of you are strangers to me. Lillin shifted her gaze to Elysia and tilted her head slightly, her violet eyes gleaming. ""I don't really know how to react when someone stares at me so intensely before we've even been introduced."" she raised a hand to her cheek in a mocking, girlish gesture of shock. ""Aren't you being a little forward?"""
11083,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=725,2016-01-12T15:12:00,Esternial,"Seeing her opponent in a much better state managed to settle Ritz' concerns. Unlike Kal she didn't quite compose herself according to her social standing, but she never really made a lot of effort and made her reluctance to the conventions of nobility amply known to her parents. Ritz only replied with a nod and a smile to Kal's words, and listened attentively when he addressed Elysia. Ritz felt like she fell into two categories that Kal described. The only reason she signed up was to test her own skills, but Ritz had a personal aversion to fighting other people for fun. At the same time, though, she couldn't help but ignore the feeling of excitement she felt whenever she fought. Part of her didn't want her to feel like that, and that conflict never stopped raged on inside her. Ritz clenched her fist.<br/><br/>""There's little fun to a fi-""<br/><br/>A chill ran down Ritz' spine.<br/><br/>""Is there something wrong with the way I fight?""<br/><br/>Before Ritz could speak her mind, Lillin had approached. Her aura stood out among the others. It felt corrupted, even if only a little. She didn't make any efforts to hide her grin as she pointed at Ritz. Understandably, that made Ritz a little uncomfortable."
11084,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=725,2016-01-12T21:04:00,Mortelatuzia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #FFBF00"">Elysia</span></span></span>stood stoic through Kal's insights, staring at the arena platform. Through her peripheral vision she barely made out a young boy being carried away by medics, but ignored it and simply focused on the floor. The white metal of it continued to glisten despite the countless conflicts that arose on its surface. Her glance shifted to the simple dirt ring that marked the edge of the arena. It's simplicity mirrored that of home, where arenas were usually mere rings of dirt with walls or occasionally raised seating. The soil here however was different, it is not marred with footsteps, blood, and scorch marks. Though not extravagant, it is still well kept and maintained. Perhaps it is the cleanliness and organization that allowed her to appreciate the event for more than just the duels that she hated so much. Or perhaps it is simply because no one has died as of yet.<br/><br/>Her gaze turned back around to the rest of the group as she heard an unfamiliar feminine voice pierce the lively air and penetrate her defenses. The object of this plight was a girl, slender with violet hair and eyes. Though Elysia did not know the girl she could certainly recognize her as the less than subtle thrillseeker who fought Rache and the young wind user. The girl's gaze was venomous and her demeanor was just as toxic, a combination of condensation and fearmongering. Even so, Elysia was undaunted by the violet girl, she might have even been more motivated to act because of her.<br/><br/>In one composed motion Elysia formally curtsied and bowed her head with a polite smile with only the slight twinge of a taunt. ""Of course, verzeihung, my apologies. My name is Elysia Invorça, a pleasure to make your acquaintance."" She rose and locked her own lilac eyes with her violet ones and gave her a confident but not quite cocky smile. Such is the consequences of breaking the seal, of the maiden of light's emotions, sadness has turned to bitterness, and reservation has turned to action. Though the embracing of the aggressive mindset of Form II may be truer to the personality of the girl unscarred, it has overcompensated for tinges that were once lacking and could now lead to danger. The adrenaline of the fight still resided in her bloodstream, and now a small part of subconscious quietly schemed it's way into creating more. The girl spoke again, but not with her own voice but a deeper, breathy one that seemed almost sinister if it weren't coming from such a radiant personality. Four simple and polite words, that now hung like daggers in the air.<br/><br/>""Did I offend you?"""
11085,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=725,2016-01-12T22:20:00,Atlannia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Mortelatuzia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=27347964#p27347964"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #FFBF00"">Elysia</span></span></span> stood stoic through Kal's insights, staring at the arena platform. Through her peripheral vision she barely made out a young boy being carried away by medics, but ignored it and simply focused on the floor. The white metal of it continued to glisten despite the countless conflicts that arose on its surface. Her glance shifted to the simple dirt ring that marked the edge of the arena. It's simplicity mirrored that of home, where arenas were usually mere rings of dirt with walls or occasionally raised seating. The soil here however was different, it is not marred with footsteps, blood, and scorch marks. Though not extravagant, it is still well kept and maintained. Perhaps it is the cleanliness and organization that allowed her to appreciate the event for more than just the duels that she hated so much. Or perhaps it is simply because no one has died as of yet.<br/><br/>Her gaze turned back around to the rest of the group as she heard an unfamiliar feminine voice pierce the lively air and penetrate her defenses. The object of this plight was a girl, slender with violet hair and eyes. Though Elysia did not know the girl she could certainly recognize her as the less than subtle thrillseeker who fought Rache and the young wind user. The girl's gaze was venomous and her demeanor was just as toxic, a combination of condensation and fearmongering. Even so, Elysia was undaunted by the violet girl, she might have even been more motivated to act because of her.<br/><br/>In one composed motion Elysia formally curtsied and bowed her head with a polite smile with only the slight twinge of a taunt. ""Of course, verzeihung, my apologies. My name is Elysia Invorça, a pleasure to make your acquaintance."" She rose and locked her own lilac eyes with her violet ones and gave her a confident but not quite cocky smile. Such is the consequences of breaking the seal, of the maiden of light's emotions, sadness has turned to bitterness, and reservation has turned to action. Though the embracing of the aggressive mindset of Form II may be truer to the personality of the girl unscarred, it has overcompensated for tinges that were once lacking and could now lead to danger. The adrenaline of the fight still resided in her bloodstream, and now a small part of subconscious quietly schemed it's way into creating more. The girl spoke again, but not with her own voice but a deeper, breathy one that seemed almost sinister if it weren't coming from such a radiant personality. Four simple and polite words, that now hung like daggers in the air.<br/><br/>""Did I offend you?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""...Offend ...me?"" Lillin's expression seemed frozen in her wicked grin for a moment and then she giggled, a light, tinkling sound that never less seemed full of menace, like the gentle splashing of venom being poured into a vial. ""Certainly not, it takes far more than that to offend me."" Lillin lifted her chin and ran a hand through her purple hair, closing her eyes as though she could feel some refreshing, invisible shower pouring over her. ""Actually,"" she said, opening her eyes partially. ""I get excited when people stare at me like that. Be a good girl and don't lose okay? Than you can share everything behind that angry look with me on the field where we can be genuine with each other.""<br/><br/>Lillin raised a finger to her mouth and her expression took on a mock look of concern as though something troubling had just occurred to her.<br/><br/>""But actually you have to fight Ritz first which means if you win then I won't get my rematch, ahhhhh I don't know how to feel!"" Lillin closed her eyes and shook her head, her palms clasped to her cheeks like a love-struck schoolgirl. ""I had no idea there were so many interesting people in A-23! I can see I'm going to have to keep an eye on all of you."""
11086,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=725,2016-01-13T22:54:00,Zarkenis Ultima,"As Kyrissa, Gawiehr and the others arrived at the dimension where the sword statue had brought them, they would indeed see both Ellyn and the professor locked in combat already, keeping the shadows at bay to the best of their ability, Ellyn taking advantage of her spear's reach to keep the enemy away and using her sword whenever any single shadow got too close, while Cyranis went forward and tore through the ranks of the shadows like a cyclone using naught but her fists and her feet, occasionally using magic to aid herself and causing unnatural torrents of water to wash away the enemies as though they were naught but specks of dust in a river. However, despite all of this, there seemed to be no end to the influx of shadow beings: though they could be and in fact had been beaten back a few times already, more always seemed to jump into the platform from out of nowhere, aiming to surround and overwhelm the group, something that the new arrivals could easily witness, as they landed on the platform just in time to see the remnants of the present wave be destroyed, the shadows that Gawiehr and Kyrissa annihilated being among the last, for the time being.<br/><br/>""Dear, I'm a teacher. I don't know the first names of anyone in the student body."" Sapphira quipped as she stood before the last shadow currently present on the platform, dodging an attack of it's dark sword with such speed and ease that she might as well have teleported to the side of the creature, as far as anyone watching was concerned. With a simple twirl and a movement of her leg, she dug her heel into the back of the shadow being's head, sending it flying through the air even as it dissolved into dark particles that sank into the golden grounds the students stood on, disappearing without a trace. Now that there was a moment of respite, the professor turned to the recruits who had come to her and Ellyn's aid, raising an eyebrow.<br/><br/>""So, your guide did not come? That is surprising. He can be quite a worrywart sometimes, him and his entire Order."" The one-eyed woman snickered, evidently entertained with poking fun at Arcander, but quickly enough she wiped her smile from her face and looked towards Kyrissa. ""I don't know what this place is, but if I had to guess, this is a Mindscape Battlefield. There are plenty of accounts depicting- actually, how about I give you all this lecture once we're done here? I would hate to give your minds something to digest while your bodies have to move around to fight. Suffice to say, we were teleported to an artificial battleground, and now, I presume, we will have to fight our way out, which should answer your second question. If I had to guess, this is a trial of sorts, but of what, I do not know."" She said as the shadows once again filled the platform all around her.<br/><br/>""At any rate,"" She continued, unconcerned. ""I appreciate that you all arrived. Consider this a trial from me as well and do your best; I will keep an eye on you all and try to find out what is going on in this place."" She said, before promptly tearing off the arm of a shadow that approached her from behind. With that done, she closed her eyes and began chanting, her words flowing at an astounding rate. Mere moments had passed when a coiling serpent made of water swept away all the enemies around the group, giving them some breathing space. The next moment, she leaped off to another platform, becoming bound to its own gravity instead and being met with her own host of shadow enemies, about as many as the ones closing in on the students.<br/><hr/><br/><br/>Once her fight had passed, Elsis watched the others go by with attention, but also with a nagging feeling that something was wrong. It was nearly time for her to take to the ring again, and yet, she hadn't seen her sister in any of the following duels. She was quite certain that her sister had signed up as well, which had concerned her quite a bit due to the awful situation that they had gone through after their fight back home, but either way she should have been there. Perhaps the braveblood had missed her sister's fight distracting herself with something else, such as her conversation with Lillin, but that was unlikely, and even then, why hadn't she popped up again? That didn't make sense, unless... the possibility of having to fight her own sister again came back to her mind, and she was honestly distressed. She didn't want to. She didn't want to win and cause her sister to grow even more distant. After a moment she chastised herself for assuming that she would win, but she sincerely believed that she was a better fighter than her sister, despite loving her and respecting her skill. If she held back, on the other hand, Juna would undoubtedly notice and then matters would still become worse. What option was there?<br/><br/>A bit nervously, she turned to her guide. ""Shanath, has my sister already...?"" She asked, trailing off at the end, ever so slightly ashamed of not paying much attention there. Before the black-haired girl could answer though, someone else spoke up.<br/><br/>""I was about to go check on her, actually."" Aressa chimed in as she stood up from her seat, prompting Elsis to raise an eyebrow. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Check on her...?</span>"" She wondered, and even though her question was not voiced, it did not go unanswered for long. ""Another one of my charges defeated her. Elysia Invorca."" The red-haired aspirant clarified, before heading off towards the place where those hurt in the duels were recovering.<br/><br/>It did not take long for the aspirant to reach Juna's bed, and once she was at her side, she looked down at her charge. ""How are you feeling?"" She asked.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, back at the arena, Elsis breathed a sigh of relief, happy that she would no longer have to partake in the confrontation that she so dreaded, before immediately berating herself in her own mind for it. Was she truly happy that Juna had lost? What kind of sister was she, if that was the case? She found that dealing with her feelings on the matter was confusing, to say the least, as she had never been very skilled in such things, but either way, her attention was drawn away from her thoughts when she heard the announcer calling her name, and as she stood up, she heard the name of the one who would be her opponent. Elysia Invorca, the same girl that had defeated Juna. Frowning, she strode off towards the arena..."
11087,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=725,2016-01-13T23:50:00,Mortelatuzia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #FFBF00"">Elysia</span></span></span>smiled at the violet girl's comments, as though she were complimenting her personally. Though in the back of her mind she could plainly hear the backhanded remarks and presumptuous attitude, she realized she must keep up appearances. Besides, it's not as though this girl was the worst person she had ever met. That special place belonged to someone else. With a deep breath, Elysia calmed her adrenaline pumped nerves and replied teasingly but still with her light, and friendly voice.<br/><br/>""I'll try not to, but I think you should worry about Rítze. I'm sure she won't go easy on you."" She teased at the girl, whilst giving a wink and a smirk to Ritz as if to say 'I have your back.' Elysia prepared to continue her friendly taunting but was stopped abruptly by a booming voice calling her name. She quietly clicked her tongue before politely bowing to her company as she prepared to depart. ""It looks like I'm up. Vaarwel."" She began to walk away but not before tiptoeing herself up to whisper in Kal's ear. ""Watch out for her.""<br/><br/>Elysia reintroduced herself to the arena circle just in time to here the announcer call the duelists names once more.<span style=""font-style: italic"">'Salasanger? So that means...'</span>She quickly observed her opponent, her walk and her form housed an aura of...confidence. She couldn't quite find the words to explain it. Gawiëhr might have told her in an instant that it meant she was of noble birth, with high hours of combat training, and a determination to prove herself but with a seedling of doubt unrelated to herself. However, Elysia on her own simply knew that she would definitely be a worthy opponent. She looked closely at the girl's eyes, they hinted at something that she could tell in an instant. As she prepared her stance in the aggressive Form II, she made no quick jest or comment. For Elysia knew the slight glint in her opponent's eyes could only be the glint of revenge."
11088,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=750,2016-01-14T07:37:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Zarkenis Ultima <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=27360176#p27360176"">wrote</a>:</cite>It did not take long for the aspirant to reach Juna's bed, and once she was at her side, she looked down at her charge. ""How are you feeling?"" She asked.</div></blockquote><br/>Juna absently looked at Aressa, rolling over slightly onto her side to see, pausing to consider the question and her answer. She sighed. ""I'm feeling..."" She struggled to search for an adjective which described her current state. ""Physically well. The pain from my ankle has begun to dissipate. I'm still feeling aches... but not as bad as before."" She reported. Then she rolled over onto her back and looked up and the ceiling for a moment. She also felt worthless. She had spent her life learning magic as best she could and now found herself loosing a magic tournament in the first round. She wouldn't say that to Aressa. It was embarrassing to admit, even to herself. She paused for a second again.<br/><br/>""How's Elsis doing?"" Juna asked. Then paused. ""Bet she's won the whole tournament by now."""
11089,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=750,2016-01-17T13:00:00,Mortelatuzia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #000000"">Gawiëhr</span></span></span>stood his ground as the last of the wave of shadows disintegrated. He had not drawn either of his weapons, but he still readied himself as the instructor conversed with the rest of the team. He smiled just barely as she explained the situation, as he scolded himself for neglecting his training.<br/><br/>""It always has to be a test, doesn't it? This should be fun."" He observed the instructor leaping onto a different platform and debated on whether to do the same and explore. He stole a quick look at his allies, ironically enough it was both girls that he had accidentally encroached on just a while before. He began to speak but quickly cut himself off as more warriors of the darkness arrived to combat them.<span style=""font-style: italic"">'Survive first. Socialize later.'</span>He thought to himself as he picked out a group of three shadows preparing to charge their circle. As they approached he remained stoic in his defensive form, despite being unarmed and vulnerable. Then, just as the spearpoints of the enemy were mere meters from his from his face he shouted.<br/><br/>""Perish!<span style=""font-style: italic"">Noturnersa!</span>""<br/><br/>A faint, silver glow was all that could be seen in the instant that the knight-in-training summoned his shashka in his left hand in the reverse grip and swiftly cut down the charging creatures in one fluid upwards slash. In the next he sidestepped momentum bound spearpoints and swapped his blade into his right hand. He switched into the armed stance of Form IV with the hilt of his sabre tucked close to his chest, blade pointing forward and up, and his left hand tucked behind his back. For a moment he enjoyed the familiar hum of his blade as he assessed the amount of assailants that prepared to assault the band of three. With a relaxed sigh and a genuine smile, the calculating mind of the scholar reeled back and became the mind of the monster once again."
11090,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=750,2016-01-20T07:03:00,Atlannia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lillin Kihari</span><br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Mortelatuzia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=27360407#p27360407"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #FFBF00"">Elysia</span></span></span> smiled at the violet girl's comments, as though she were complimenting her personally. Though in the back of her mind she could plainly hear the backhanded remarks and presumptuous attitude, she realized she must keep up appearances. Besides, it's not as though this girl was the worst person she had ever met. That special place belonged to someone else. With a deep breath, Elysia calmed her adrenaline pumped nerves and replied teasingly but still with her light, and friendly voice.<br/><br/>""I'll try not to, but I think you should worry about Rítze. I'm sure she won't go easy on you."" She teased at the girl, whilst giving a wink and a smirk to Ritz as if to say 'I have your back.' Elysia prepared to continue her friendly taunting but was stopped abruptly by a booming voice calling her name. She quietly clicked her tongue before politely bowing to her company as she prepared to depart. ""It looks like I'm up. Vaarwel."" She began to walk away but not before tiptoeing herself up to whisper in Kal's ear. ""Watch out for her.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Oh I'm not expecting her to go easy on me,"" replied Lillin, her smile unchanged. ""That wouldn't be fun at all."" with that she paused and considered it for a moment. ""Actually I guess beating people is basically alway fun but in this case it would be less interesting.""<br/><br/>When Elysia departed Lillin gave her a little wave and a wink and settled in to watch the fight, not paying any apparent attention to the effect her presence was having on the rest of the group.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Well this should be interesting at least, if she actually beats Elsis than she really will be someone to get interested in. Ahhh this is fun but...</span><br/><br/>Lillin glanced towards her Laughing Dog, still rooted in the ground.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">I'm not sure how much longer I can hold out without a real fight.</span><br/><br/>[b]Alfenn Cortagne[/]<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Zarkenis Ultima <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=27360176#p27360176"">wrote</a>:</cite>As Kyrissa, Gawiehr and the others arrived at the dimension where the sword statue had brought them, they would indeed see both Ellyn and the professor locked in combat already, keeping the shadows at bay to the best of their ability, Ellyn taking advantage of her spear's reach to keep the enemy away and using her sword whenever any single shadow got too close, while Cyranis went forward and tore through the ranks of the shadows like a cyclone using naught but her fists and her feet, occasionally using magic to aid herself and causing unnatural torrents of water to wash away the enemies as though they were naught but specks of dust in a river. However, despite all of this, there seemed to be no end to the influx of shadow beings: though they could be and in fact had been beaten back a few times already, more always seemed to jump into the platform from out of nowhere, aiming to surround and overwhelm the group, something that the new arrivals could easily witness, as they landed on the platform just in time to see the remnants of the present wave be destroyed, the shadows that Gawiehr and Kyrissa annihilated being among the last, for the time being.<br/><br/>""Dear, I'm a teacher. I don't know the first names of anyone in the student body."" Sapphira quipped as she stood before the last shadow currently present on the platform, dodging an attack of it's dark sword with such speed and ease that she might as well have teleported to the side of the creature, as far as anyone watching was concerned. With a simple twirl and a movement of her leg, she dug her heel into the back of the shadow being's head, sending it flying through the air even as it dissolved into dark particles that sank into the golden grounds the students stood on, disappearing without a trace. Now that there was a moment of respite, the professor turned to the recruits who had come to her and Ellyn's aid, raising an eyebrow.<br/><br/>""So, your guide did not come? That is surprising. He can be quite a worrywart sometimes, him and his entire Order."" The one-eyed woman snickered, evidently entertained with poking fun at Arcander, but quickly enough she wiped her smile from her face and looked towards Kyrissa. ""I don't know what this place is, but if I had to guess, this is a Mindscape Battlefield. There are plenty of accounts depicting- actually, how about I give you all this lecture once we're done here? I would hate to give your minds something to digest while your bodies have to move around to fight. Suffice to say, we were teleported to an artificial battleground, and now, I presume, we will have to fight our way out, which should answer your second question. If I had to guess, this is a trial of sorts, but of what, I do not know."" She said as the shadows once again filled the platform all around her.<br/><br/>""At any rate,"" She continued, unconcerned. ""I appreciate that you all arrived. Consider this a trial from me as well and do your best; I will keep an eye on you all and try to find out what is going on in this place."" She said, before promptly tearing off the arm of a shadow that approached her from behind. With that done, she closed her eyes and began chanting, her words flowing at an astounding rate. Mere moments had passed when a coiling serpent made of water swept away all the enemies around the group, giving them some breathing space. The next moment, she leaped off to another platform, becoming bound to its own gravity instead and being met with her own host of shadow enemies, about as many as the ones closing in on the students.</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/>""I knew it,"" sighed Alfenn, massaging his brow with one hand and drawing his rapier with the other. ""Of course this wouldn't just be a normal vacation, that's something that happens to other people,"" Alfenn dropped his hand and summoued his dagger into it as a shadow dashed towards him. ""If our instructors didn't provide the challenge-"" he continued, drawing back his arm and throwing the dagger so that it through the neck of a shadow, turning in a wide arc and coming back to him. ""Then fate iself would intervene!"" he snapped, thrusting forward and catching another opponent in the chest.<br/><br/>Realising he had been ranting somewhat Alfenn pulled his sword clear and coughed into his hand. ""In any case,"" he said, rolling his shoulders to loosen them up. ""We should probably try to stay relatively close together, they don't seem very strong but there are rather a lot of them, it will be easy to get split up and overwhelmed if we aren't careful."""
11091,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=750,2016-01-21T23:41:00,Zarkenis Ultima,"""No, not quite."" The fiery-haired aspirant replied as she observed her charge carefully, briefly walking away to grab a chair and prop it against the wall next to Juna's bed before sitting down on it. It was good to hear that the recruit's wounds had been superficial enough that even without Arcander's presence they were sure to heal swiftly, but even a blind old man would be able to tell that there was something else wrong with Juna, and, having been present to watch the duel that had landed her here, Aressa had a very good idea of what it was. Nevertheless, bringing it up out of the blue would be tactless, so she decided to follow the line of conversation laid down by Juna for the time being.<br/><br/>""In fact, your sister had to make an effort against her first contender, so, I presume things will only get harder for her. In fact, I suspect there is a chance she might lose the current duel. I believe she was going up against Elysia as well."" The redhead recounted for Juna, opting not to make a remark on how coincidental it would be if both of the Salasanger sisters were to lose against the same individual. She crossed her legs before continuing. ""Now, she may not be one of my charges, but to tell you the truth, she still worries me, to a degree. Losing could prove to be quite a blow to her pride, and believe me when I say that I know how disheartening it can be to lose so early in a competition. Like you might have heard already, for many of us this is not our first time visiting Cathedral Gladia."" The guide told Juna. ""Anyway, if she does lose, I sincerely hope she realizes that it does not reduce her value as a Redemit, or as a student of the Silver Hand Academy. After all, personal growth is one of the reasons we are here, is it not?"" Aressa concluded, placing a hand on Juna's arm. ""But that's enough rambling on my end. Do you need anything, or are you comfortable here? I can stick around, if you want."""
11092,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=750,2016-01-22T02:35:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Zarkenis Ultima <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=27450423#p27450423"">wrote</a>:</cite>""No, not quite."" The fiery-haired aspirant replied as she observed her charge carefully, briefly walking away to grab a chair and prop it against the wall next to Juna's bed before sitting down on it. It was good to hear that the recruit's wounds had been superficial enough that even without Arcander's presence they were sure to heal swiftly, but even a blind old man would be able to tell that there was something else wrong with Juna, and, having been present to watch the duel that had landed her here, Aressa had a very good idea of what it was. Nevertheless, bringing it up out of the blue would be tactless, so she decided to follow the line of conversation laid down by Juna for the time being.<br/><br/>""In fact, your sister had to make an effort against her first contender, so, I presume things will only get harder for her. In fact, I suspect there is a chance she might lose the current duel. I believe she was going up against Elysia as well."" The redhead recounted for Juna, opting not to make a remark on how coincidental it would be if both of the Salasanger sisters were to lose against the same individual. She crossed her legs before continuing. ""Now, she may not be one of my charges, but to tell you the truth, she still worries me, to a degree. Losing could prove to be quite a blow to her pride, and believe me when I say that I know how disheartening it can be to lose so early in a competition. Like you might have heard already, for many of us this is not our first time visiting Cathedral Gladia."" The guide told Juna. ""Anyway, if she does lose, I sincerely hope she realizes that it does not reduce her value as a Redemit, or as a student of the Silver Hand Academy. After all, personal growth is one of the reasons we are here, is it not?"" Aressa concluded, placing a hand on Juna's arm. ""But that's enough rambling on my end. Do you need anything, or are you comfortable here? I can stick around, if you want.""</div></blockquote><br/>""I... wouldn't mind someone to talk to. I haven't talked with people too much since I arrived...."" Juna paused, sitting up. ""Failure would be a blow to any of our Order."" Remarked Juna. As much as she felt divorced from her order, she still felt like it was part of her to and extent. ""In the Fang, your worth is measured by accomplishment. By deed. It has to be proved beyond a shadow of doubt, or you are worth less than dirt."" She paused, wondering if Aressa already knew and understood this. ""Knowing her, she would be disheartened. She's not used to failure. At least not public failure."" But then Juna smiled. ""However, knowing her. She'd probably win. I'd be willing to bet my glasses on that."" She spoke.<br/><br/>Her smile faded. ""You know... I thought I could make a good impression."" Juna spoke. ""I mean. I'm not very well liked at home, as you can imagine."" She took off her glasses for emphasis. ""I mean... I wanted to win. Or at least do well. I really did. I'm quite good at magic after all. I study it all the time..."" She paused, stopping herself from making excuses. She awkwardly rubbed her glasses with the bed covers. ""I blamed Elsis the last time I screwed up, now i realise I have no one to blame but myself."""
11093,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=750,2016-01-24T18:10:00,Saleon,"<blockquote><div><cite>Mortelatuzia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=27360407#p27360407"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""color: #FFBF00"">Elysia</span></span>: ""I'll try not to, but I think you should worry about Rítze. I'm sure she won't go easy on you."" She teased at the girl, whilst giving a wink and a smirk to Ritz as if to say 'I have your back.' Elysia prepared to continue her friendly taunting but was stopped abruptly by a booming voice calling her name. She quietly clicked her tongue before politely bowing to her company as she prepared to depart. ""It looks like I'm up. Vaarwel."" She began to walk away but not before tiptoeing herself up to whisper in Kal's ear. ""Watch out for her.""<br/><br/>Elysia reintroduced herself to the arena circle just in time to here the announcer call the duelists names once more. <span style=""font-style: italic"">'Salasanger? So that means...'</span> She quickly observed her opponent, her walk and her form housed an aura of...confidence. She couldn't quite find the words to explain it. Gawiëhr might have told her in an instant that it meant she was of noble birth, with high hours of combat training, and a determination to prove herself but with a seedling of doubt unrelated to herself. However, Elysia on her own simply knew that she would definitely be a worthy opponent. She looked closely at the girl's eyes, they hinted at something that she could tell in an instant. As she prepared her stance in the aggressive Form II, she made no quick jest or comment. For Elysia knew the slight glint in her opponent's eyes could only be the glint of revenge.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Kal couldn’t help but feel the tension that covered them and the area. It left a dark, cloudy, dense feel to the air which it transposed. Elysia maintained a calm head, but her actions were still laced in that dense cloud. He was worried to an extent, though he’d picked a side in this fight, if not by accident. His eyes followed Elysia as she made her way to the coliseum floor. She gave only a small shuffle towards her and gave a cryptic warning to stay far and away from the Lillin girl. It wasn’t something he hadn’t already understood, yet it did seem a wise thing to keep a wise eye too.<br/><br/>He walked to the railing and laid his hands down to support his weight. He gave a large sigh when thinking this over. Elysia still seemed death-gazed, and Lillin had the look of blood-gazed.<br/><br/>Death-glazed, by his heathen’s religious, was what happened when one’s sight was blinded with hatred and wrath. A want wish leads to agony. Blood-gaze is that which blinds the sight with wanton power and destruction. This was the danger of what an old theologian mentioned of the Gaze. “The eyes do lie; they lay obstacles on the path as to lead to tragedy,” his old words were, “such is the nature of gaze, when we are consumed by physical sight, we become tempted by emotions. The eyes blind us from the truth. To rely on physical sight is to lose one’s spiritual sight.” The Gaze which surrounded both made a harrowing image, really.<br/><br/>He half wished they would not meet in a fight during the finals. They both were too clouded, and when one it clouded, it leads to self-destruction. If they did meet in combat, he only wished that Elysia had the wherewithal to stop the damages become irreparable.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Atlannia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=27429143#p27429143"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lillin Kihari</span>: ""Oh I'm not expecting her to go easy on me,"" replied Lillin, her smile unchanged. ""That wouldn't be fun at all."" with that she paused and considered it for a moment. ""Actually I guess beating people is basically alway fun but in this case it would be less interesting."" <br/><br/>When Elysia departed Lillin gave her a little wave and a wink and settled in to watch the fight, not paying any apparent attention to the effect her presence was having on the rest of the group.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Well this should be interesting at least, if she actually beats Elsis than she really will be someone to get interested in. Ahhh this is fun but...</span><br/><br/>Lillin glanced towards her Laughing Dog, still rooted in the ground. <br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">I'm not sure how much longer I can hold out without a real fight.</span></div></blockquote>Kal kept tight on his small post. He looked to both Lillin and Ritz. They were going to fight each other before the finals. It was almost fascinating that everyone from the Silver Hand had been doing so well. Of course, others did better than worse.<br/><br/>“good luck in your matches,” he said to no one in particular. He could see Elysia before she went, but at the same time he knew that Ritz and Lillin were to fight as well. For this reason, he left the line hang to a number of people, though he did have favorites."
11094,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=750,2016-01-26T19:55:00,Zarkenis Ultima,"The five students fought valiantly on the floating golden platform, driving back the horde of shadows at every moment, no matter how many times they came back. Though greatly outnumbered, they were not outclassed, not even close, and tirelessly, they battled on, ignoring their bodies' will to stop and rest as wave after wave of enemies appeared before them, only to be cut down. They were not yet refined, no, and they did not fight as one, like an organized force of warriors would, but as she saw them in their struggle, their teacher could not deny that they displayed great prowess and potential, not to mention their unyielding spirits. At that moment, she thought, they truly acted like students of the Silver Hand Academy.<br/><br/>Unfortunately, Cyranis could not devote all of her attention to observing her students, as she was dealing with a battle of her own. Shadows surrounded her as well, and though she was far more powerful than her students, in turn she was alone, making it more difficult to deal with large numbers of enemies as she had no one to watch her back. Still, since the arrival of the five recruits, the shadows had split up, and now the forces attacking her were more than manageable. Far more worrisome was the fact that she had not yet figured out what the exact purpose of that Mindscape Battlefield was, or how to get out of there. She was certain that it was a trial; a trap laid by something capable of creating a Mindscape Battlefield in the first place would've been far deadlier, an active attempt at attacking the staff and students of the Silver Hand Academy would have targetted far more people, and in any case, both purposes could have been achieved, perhaps even more efficiently, with far less complicated magic.<br/><br/>In the end, finding herself with no clues to solve the enigma, Sapphira Cyranis did what a warrior does: she trusted her instincts. A spell began to be born from the words that flowed from her lips even as she weaved her way through her own solitary battlefield, dodging the onslaught of shadows and carving through it with her bare hands, moving in no direction in particular as her enemies danced a silent dance with her. Then, once the spell was almost ready, the professor calmly moved to the edge of the platform with the same ease as before, and unleashed her own magic at last.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Fall.""</span><br/><br/>The incantation reached its conclusion, and the effects came without warning. Silently, magically generated drops of water coalesced above the center of the platform on which Sapphira stood, forming into an increasingly large vortex of water swirling violently above the battlefield, its constant crashing making not a sound, even as it reached its maximum size. Then, the water formed into a spear of cyclopean proportions, pointing straight down at the golden platform. Just as the last word of Sapphira's incantation commanded, the water spear descended, slamming against the center of the platform, the sound of thunder arriving as a loyal companion to the violent crash. The shadows were inevitably swept away by the force unleashed, and Cyranis herself struggled to remain on her feet, but none of that mattered for long: the blow had been so powerful that the platform shattered into several pieces which soon began disintegrating. At this, however, the professor grinned. Her keen senses, honed through at least a century of combat, could detect the magic around her being fractured, if only partially. Quickly, she jumped towards another platform in order to repeat the process.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, Ellyn continued fighting alongside her fellow recruits. From her perspective, the battle had raged on for quite a long time, though she of course had no way to measure the course of time within that dark place, and was merely basing herself on how many waves of shadows they had vanquished thus far. Even though the enemies sent towards her and her allies weren't special, they were still quite numerous, the waves seemingly endless, and despite being one of the more resistant members of her group, she was tired. Yet, she was not willing to yield, and so, she continued. Words of power were spoken with no end, controlling her sword, which floated some distance in front of her, doing a fair part of the battling on her behalf as she wielded her spear, taking advantage of its reach to dispatch any enemies who moved past the sword before they got close to her. It was a defensive application of the same technique she had attempted to use to attack Xan during her first day of school, and it seemed to be working quite well so far.<br/><br/>However, suddenly, a voice called out to her and the other students. ""Out of the way!"" Cyranis shouted, and Ellyn was momentarily puzzled, but as she looked up, she saw what appeared to be Cyranis falling to the ground alongside an enormous spear that looked more than capable of crushing everyone there, despite being made of water. Swiftly, her eyes traveled from the shadow horde, then to Cyranis, and back to the shadows. Deciding that she'd rather face them than her teacher's magic, she dove straight into the thick of the horde just as the spear crashed into the center of the platform, her classmates rolling away from the impact as well. The platform was swiftly destroyed, and the shadows faded away. No red auras remained, and the only thing visible beyond the all-encompassing darkness were the students and Cyranis herself.<br/><br/>""Why aren't we falling?"" Ellyn questioned as she tried to set herself upright in relation to the position of most of her companions, and more or less failing.<br/><br/>""If I had to guess- and I do realize I've been saying that a lot lately- it would be because the only gravity in this place was generated by the platforms, given our ability to jump from one to the other and instantly align ourselves to it. Since there are no platforms anymore, there is no gravity, either."" The professor stated, before using a bit of water magic to place herself in a more comfortable position, causing Ellyn to realize that she could do the same with a simple telekinetic spell.<br/><br/>""So what now?"" The student with the golden mane asked once again, slight disappointment in her voice. This had been one of her few experiences in the Silver Hand Academy where there had been nothing remarkable to draw. ""Is the trial over? Can we go home?"" She inquired, curious.<br/><br/>""Likely, but if I had to..."" Sapphira began, but had no need to finish, as suddenly, bricks of gold like the ones that made up the platforms appeared once again, creating solid ground for the students and the teacher to stand on. In front of them, flanked by a pair of ethereal torches, was a golden stairway that ascended into a temple of sorts. ""Ah, there we go. The rabbit's hole."" Cyranis stated with a chuckle as they all slowly descended until their feet touched the ground. She then turned her back on the staircase and looked at her students. ""Before anything else happens, I would like to say I'm quite happy with you all. You may not have given the best performance there, but the fact that you endured without my help speaks volumes already. Especially for you two."" She nodded at Jynna and Alfenn, who had been involved in the fight against the two heathen warriors the previous day.<br/><br/>""Now the question is, how far are you willing to go to find out what's going on here? Speak freely. I won't bite.""<br/><hr/><br/><br/>Aressa nodded as her charge stated that she'd like to continue talking, removing her hand from Juna's arm as the latter sat up, but remaining there for her. She listened as Juna spoke of her Order, and what was expected of its members. From her words, it was not difficult to see that Juna was not too fond of her Order's traditions, but despite that, the redhead knew that her words were true. She had, during her stay in the Academy, heard about the nobility of allied Orders on occasion, and much like the Black Cup, the Valiant Fang was no exception, though she opted against saying anything on the matter, believing that continuing to talk about her Order would likely anger or sadden her, which was not in her best interests. Seeing her cheer up at the mention of her sister, however, Aressa couldn't help smiling herself. It was clear that they shared a close bond despite their differences, and that Juna held Elsis in high regard. To a degree, the aspirant felt slightly envious; being an only child, she had never experienced such a relationship.<br/><br/>Hearing her begin speaking about proving herself, it was easy to see that Juna was disappointed at having failed to win a single match, which was understandable, given her apparent devotion for the practice of magic. Aressa sighed, and then patted Juna's shoulder.<br/><br/>""You know what the problem is now, then, don't you? All that you need to do now is fix it."" The redheaded aspirant spoke. ""I know it's easier said than done, and I know that you feel disappointed, but trust me, you've taken a big step today."" She smiled at Juna, hoping to reassure her. ""The next step is to keep your chin up and try again. It's not much, but it's all we can do, isn't it?"" Aressa concluded with an awkward shrug."
11095,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=750,2016-01-27T22:27:00,Mortelatuzia,"Legions of shadowy soldiers formed and assaulted a small group of students with all of their might. And yet, miraculously, this small band of unorganized trainees never once faltered against the onslaught. Wave after wave of these ethereal beings emerged to fight and yet all would eventually be cut down by one of the students. Among this weary bunch stood a young ruby-eyed male dressed in a black suit and brandishing a silver energy sabre, a shashka by the name of Noturnersa.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #000000"">Gawiëhr</span></span></span>fought ferociously, as though with a vengeance against every single opponent that dared to enter his sight. His single edged blade became a blur amidst the sea of battle though it's silvery glow almost seemed to write words along the air itself. He stayed true to his Rusose discipline and remained in a defensive positive, in dire contrast to his violent and precise attacks. He stood wordlessly beside the artistic Ellyn and a yet unknown lad who appeared to practice rapier and dagger. As per the rules of Form IV, Rusose, the student never broke formation or advanced in order to attack. He remained in a defensive stance until an opponent broke the critical distance wherein he would simultaneously parried, dodged, and attacked in one to three fluid motions and finished confidently in another stance. Though this stance reduced fatigue immensely and gave the boy time to observe his surroundings, he began to grow weary as the fight dragged on for what seemed like an eternity.<br/><br/>The swiftness and ferocity of his attacks never once faltered as his fiery ruby eyes glistened amidst the vast expanse of darkness. However, his strength continued to drain out of fatigue and Gawiëhr had to switch hands seemingly every other attack in order to stay on top. Eventually however, salvation was found for as soon as he cut down another duet of beings with a left-handed decapitation. The familiar casual voice of his instructor signaled his near immediate reaction of rolling forward out of the makeshift formation and into the arms of the enemy. Those arms, however, never reached him as the platform disintegrated into the darkness along with the rest of the nocturnal dimension.<br/><br/>In relation to his teammates, Gawiëhr lie flat in the gravity-less air, calmly catching his breath after the exhausting debacle. Of all the things his father taught him, endurance was not one of them.<span style=""font-style: italic"">'Never fight a fight you can't win.'</span>The words of that shattered idol entered his mind once again as he uncomfortably attempted to rest on the nothingness around him. He closed his eyes for a mere moment only to find his rest disturbed by the appearance of another platform underneath his body. Irritated, he opened his eyes to the bright glow of gold and begrudgingly forced himself up as he habitually dusted himself off. He listened to the words of his instructor and acknowledged that this would not be the end of their misadventure. He sighed heavily before turning back towards the group with an almost sinister smirk.<br/><br/>""If there is an answer, than we should find it. Besides, I'm finally starting to enjoy myself."""
11096,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=750,2016-01-29T22:40:00,Elysian Kentarchy,"<span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #0000FF""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Rache</span></span></span><br/><br/>As Lillin talks I see Kristina quietly place her hands in her lap and subtly moves her lips.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Knight-Commander-sama?</span>I hear her voice in my head causing me to jolt slightly.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Hymenaios, haven't I asked you not to do that by surprise? Having someone come into your mind to talk to you is not the most pleasant sensation when one is unready.</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">And entering most people's minds is not pleasant in the first place.</span>I hear a dryness in her tone, strange how she manages to express emotions through her telepathy but maybe that is because her mind can be felt in this process.<span style=""font-style: italic"">There are far too many dark corners in everyone's minds for people to willingly tread.</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">I am sure then reading my mind is extremely harmful to you given all the darkness that dwells in it.</span><br/><br/>She subtly shakes her head.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Not really. We both walk the same path after all, as Knights of Vi...</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Comperior</span></span>I practically hiss at her letting my true view slip into the conversation.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Right. As Knights of Comperior, Knights of the Ninth, and how we both have been mandated to wear the black our journey has been the same. So we share in our sins, in our darkness, as Brother and Sister. Therefore your mind, and by extension the rest of the Ninth, is not dark but instead pure and light, your sins are virtues, to me and others like us.</span><br/><br/>I close my eyes. Her words still haven't changed since we were thirteen, back when I committed the first sin, I have to suppress the nostalgia and tears from remembering her from how she was before I failed her, before I committed an unforgivable sin as her commander.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Noted. But I do not need the pep talk Kristina, I am the Commander here not you so speeches are my job and I can't have my subordinate take them from me.</span>I say with a slight tease in my voice.<span style=""font-style: italic"">This talk will drain your energy so if you have something to say make it quick.</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">I would like to request a changing of permissions concerning a possible upcoming duel with Lillin.</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">If you make it it will be granted what is it?</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Permission to kick her ass?""</span><br/><br/>I chuckle out loud.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Permission granted Hymenaios. Kick her ass like there is no tomorrow.""</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Understood, I will proceed with a prompt combat boot up her bottom. For the Ninth.""</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">For the Ninth.</span>I tell her and she ends the connection and I lean back in my chair with a small smile. ""Truly it will be an enjoyable match."" I look across the field my eyes looking for a familiar face and sure enough she happily waves when our eyes meet and I tilt my head in acknowledgement and another smile but this one more closer to pure desire for blood and battle. Oh how I do oh so want to charge out there right now and lock blades with her once again, as we were meant to do, but I can wait, when hunting a dragon patience is the best option after all.<br/><br/>After that we wait and I watch Elysia head off to the ring. ""Best of luck!"" I call after her."
11097,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=750,2016-02-03T21:32:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Zarkenis Ultima <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=27504145#p27504145"">wrote</a>:</cite>The five students fought valiantly on the floating golden platform, driving back the horde of shadows at every moment, no matter how many times they came back. Though greatly outnumbered, they were not outclassed, not even close, and tirelessly, they battled on, ignoring their bodies' will to stop and rest as wave after wave of enemies appeared before them, only to be cut down. They were not yet refined, no, and they did not fight as one, like an organized force of warriors would, but as she saw them in their struggle, their teacher could not deny that they displayed great prowess and potential, not to mention their unyielding spirits. At that moment, she thought, they truly acted like students of the Silver Hand Academy.<br/><br/>Unfortunately, Cyranis could not devote all of her attention to observing her students, as she was dealing with a battle of her own. Shadows surrounded her as well, and though she was far more powerful than her students, in turn she was alone, making it more difficult to deal with large numbers of enemies as she had no one to watch her back. Still, since the arrival of the five recruits, the shadows had split up, and now the forces attacking her were more than manageable. Far more worrisome was the fact that she had not yet figured out what the exact purpose of that Mindscape Battlefield was, or how to get out of there. She was certain that it was a trial; a trap laid by something capable of creating a Mindscape Battlefield in the first place would've been far deadlier, an active attempt at attacking the staff and students of the Silver Hand Academy would have targetted far more people, and in any case, both purposes could have been achieved, perhaps even more efficiently, with far less complicated magic.<br/><br/>In the end, finding herself with no clues to solve the enigma, Sapphira Cyranis did what a warrior does: she trusted her instincts. A spell began to be born from the words that flowed from her lips even as she weaved her way through her own solitary battlefield, dodging the onslaught of shadows and carving through it with her bare hands, moving in no direction in particular as her enemies danced a silent dance with her. Then, once the spell was almost ready, the professor calmly moved to the edge of the platform with the same ease as before, and unleashed her own magic at last.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Fall.""</span><br/><br/>The incantation reached its conclusion, and the effects came without warning. Silently, magically generated drops of water coalesced above the center of the platform on which Sapphira stood, forming into an increasingly large vortex of water swirling violently above the battlefield, its constant crashing making not a sound, even as it reached its maximum size. Then, the water formed into a spear of cyclopean proportions, pointing straight down at the golden platform. Just as the last word of Sapphira's incantation commanded, the water spear descended, slamming against the center of the platform, the sound of thunder arriving as a loyal companion to the violent crash. The shadows were inevitably swept away by the force unleashed, and Cyranis herself struggled to remain on her feet, but none of that mattered for long: the blow had been so powerful that the platform shattered into several pieces which soon began disintegrating. At this, however, the professor grinned. Her keen senses, honed through at least a century of combat, could detect the magic around her being fractured, if only partially. Quickly, she jumped towards another platform in order to repeat the process.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, Ellyn continued fighting alongside her fellow recruits. From her perspective, the battle had raged on for quite a long time, though she of course had no way to measure the course of time within that dark place, and was merely basing herself on how many waves of shadows they had vanquished thus far. Even though the enemies sent towards her and her allies weren't special, they were still quite numerous, the waves seemingly endless, and despite being one of the more resistant members of her group, she was tired. Yet, she was not willing to yield, and so, she continued. Words of power were spoken with no end, controlling her sword, which floated some distance in front of her, doing a fair part of the battling on her behalf as she wielded her spear, taking advantage of its reach to dispatch any enemies who moved past the sword before they got close to her. It was a defensive application of the same technique she had attempted to use to attack Xan during her first day of school, and it seemed to be working quite well so far.<br/><br/>However, suddenly, a voice called out to her and the other students. ""Out of the way!"" Cyranis shouted, and Ellyn was momentarily puzzled, but as she looked up, she saw what appeared to be Cyranis falling to the ground alongside an enormous spear that looked more than capable of crushing everyone there, despite being made of water. Swiftly, her eyes traveled from the shadow horde, then to Cyranis, and back to the shadows. Deciding that she'd rather face them than her teacher's magic, she dove straight into the thick of the horde just as the spear crashed into the center of the platform, her classmates rolling away from the impact as well. The platform was swiftly destroyed, and the shadows faded away. No red auras remained, and the only thing visible beyond the all-encompassing darkness were the students and Cyranis herself.<br/><br/>""Why aren't we falling?"" Ellyn questioned as she tried to set herself upright in relation to the position of most of her companions, and more or less failing.<br/><br/>""If I had to guess- and I do realize I've been saying that a lot lately- it would be because the only gravity in this place was generated by the platforms, given our ability to jump from one to the other and instantly align ourselves to it. Since there are no platforms anymore, there is no gravity, either."" The professor stated, before using a bit of water magic to place herself in a more comfortable position, causing Ellyn to realize that she could do the same with a simple telekinetic spell.<br/><br/>""So what now?"" The student with the golden mane asked once again, slight disappointment in her voice. This had been one of her few experiences in the Silver Hand Academy where there had been nothing remarkable to draw. ""Is the trial over? Can we go home?"" She inquired, curious.<br/><br/>""Likely, but if I had to..."" Sapphira began, but had no need to finish, as suddenly, bricks of gold like the ones that made up the platforms appeared once again, creating solid ground for the students and the teacher to stand on. In front of them, flanked by a pair of ethereal torches, was a golden stairway that ascended into a temple of sorts. ""Ah, there we go. The rabbit's hole."" Cyranis stated with a chuckle as they all slowly descended until their feet touched the ground. She then turned her back on the staircase and looked at her students. ""Before anything else happens, I would like to say I'm quite happy with you all. You may not have given the best performance there, but the fact that you endured without my help speaks volumes already. Especially for you two."" She nodded at Jynna and Alfenn, who had been involved in the fight against the two heathen warriors the previous day.<br/><br/>""Now the question is, how far are you willing to go to find out what's going on here? Speak freely. I won't bite.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Well, we did just fight a bunch of shadow things. It would be nice to get some answers, considering this whole trip has been rather... trippy."" Remarked Jyn as she slung her axe over her shoulder. She was smiling, surprisingly considering what they had just been through. But the comforting apearance of an authority figure help make her feel better about the random assault. ""If you'll forgive the pun Miss."" She added, knowing it was quite a horrible pun, but she couldn't help herself.<br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div><br/>Aressa nodded as her charge stated that she'd like to continue talking, removing her hand from Juna's arm as the latter sat up, but remaining there for her. She listened as Juna spoke of her Order, and what was expected of its members. From her words, it was not difficult to see that Juna was not too fond of her Order's traditions, but despite that, the redhead knew that her words were true. She had, during her stay in the Academy, heard about the nobility of allied Orders on occasion, and much like the Black Cup, the Valiant Fang was no exception, though she opted against saying anything on the matter, believing that continuing to talk about her Order would likely anger or sadden her, which was not in her best interests. Seeing her cheer up at the mention of her sister, however, Aressa couldn't help smiling herself. It was clear that they shared a close bond despite their differences, and that Juna held Elsis in high regard. To a degree, the aspirant felt slightly envious; being an only child, she had never experienced such a relationship.<br/><br/>Hearing her begin speaking about proving herself, it was easy to see that Juna was disappointed at having failed to win a single match, which was understandable, given her apparent devotion for the practice of magic. Aressa sighed, and then patted Juna's shoulder.<br/><br/>""You know what the problem is now, then, don't you? All that you need to do now is fix it."" The redheaded aspirant spoke. ""I know it's easier said than done, and I know that you feel disappointed, but trust me, you've taken a big step today."" She smiled at Juna, hoping to reassure her. ""The next step is to keep your chin up and try again. It's not much, but it's all we can do, isn't it?"" Aressa concluded with an awkward shrug.</div></blockquote><br/>""Story of my life."" She remarked with an awkward chuckle. She sank deeper into her bed, her expression returning to a mild almost frown. Not quite sad, but more contemplative. ""I suppose I'm just tired of being a disappointment, to my family, to my order and to myself."" She remarked. ""I have this dream at night. It's a nice one."" She explained. ""I somehow manage to achieve something great. I slay some big beast or win some competition..."" She paused then waved it off. ""It changes every night. But whenever I have the dream, I see myself walking to the door of our house, and seeing my family, Father, Mother, Elsis. Even a few of the cousins sometimes. One or two times I have an imaginary boyfriend."" She remarked with an absent chuckle. ""I see them smile and pat me on the back. I see their eyes, alight, aglow with pride.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Pride</span>. I walk though the door, the door opens for me, I don't have to do it myself. This big ceremonial door opens and... then...""<br/><br/>""Then I wake up."" She finished.<br/><br/>She paused. She had never told that dream to anyone, least of all Elsis. She would have been laughed at had she said anything of the sort. She blushed red, sure she would be laughed at now.<br/><br/>""Anyway. It's just a silly dream. I had it last night."" She remarked, a small smile on her face. ""The night before it was a nightmare about jesters... They freak me out."""
11098,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=750,2016-02-05T07:24:00,Atlannia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Alfenn Cortagne</span><br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Zarkenis Ultima <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=27504145#p27504145"">wrote</a>:</cite>--</div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Mortelatuzia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=27516024#p27516024"">wrote</a>:</cite>---</div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=27588724#p27588724"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Well, we did just fight a bunch of shadow things. It would be nice to get some answers, considering this whole trip has been rather... trippy."" Remarked Jyn as she slung her axe over her shoulder. She was smiling, surprisingly considering what they had just been through. But the comforting appearance of an authority figure help make her feel better about the random assault. ""If you'll forgive the pun Miss."" She added, knowing it was quite a horrible pun, but she couldn't help herself. <br/></div></blockquote><br/><br/>Alfenn lifted his arm to wipe his head with the sleeve of his jacket and looked around warily. Unlike Gawiehr he was standing, his posture stiff, almost at attention as he looked around and below him, taking in the strange sensation of standing on a surface that had so recently not been there at all.<br/><br/>""I don't disagree,"" he said after the others had spoken. ""We might as well get to the bottom of this now that we're here or else this will all have been little more than an irritating diversion."" Alfenn looked let his arm drop back to his side as he looked up at the golden staircase thoughtfully. ""It certainly seems as if someone wants us to proceed. I suppose as we go further in it will become more dangerous but we're hardly at our limit either. What exactly are the consequences of being injured here? Can we expect physical injuries when we return? And now that I consider it how exactly do we leave this place if we want to?"" with this question he turned to Ellyn. ""How did you return the first time exactly? Will we be able to do so easily if the situation becomes unmanageable?""<br/><br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Elysian Kentarchy <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=27536231#p27536231"">wrote</a>:</cite>---</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Lillin lifted her head up from the railing she was leaning against and looked around slowly, almost like a wild animal detecting some change in the air. Her eyes passed uninterestedly over the boy she had beat in her first match, the annoying teleporter and zeroed in on the girl that was always tagging along like his shadow.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Is she...</span><br/><br/>The girl was a hard read, there was something off about that placid expression, like a painting stretched over a gaping hole.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">She is, definitely.</span><br/><br/>Lillin couldn't tell what the girl was thinking or feeling but she could always sense when someone wanted to fight her that was nothing to do with the complicated machinations of another person's mind, it was something more primal.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">What is this about? Revenge for her little boyfriend? Or does she just think I'm immoral or something? Either way it's something to look forward to. Ahh I'm so glad I got out of bed today.</span><br/><br/>Slowly, very deliberately Lillin turned her head to lock eyes with the girl and winked at her before turning back to watch the match that was about to start"
11099,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=750,2016-02-08T14:47:00,The Starlight,"As the hordes of night and shadow progressed, Ellyn fought alongside her fellow students. Sidesteping one lunging shadow and dispensing of it with a backwards thrust of her spear, she was almost slashed by another shadow which was luckily stabbed by another student.<br/>Sufficiently rattled, nshe purposed to keep it simple, for the shadows were not capable of advanced trchniqurs, and she did not have the energy for anything fancy.<br/><br/>Having an idea, the golden-haired student hurled her sword, which slashed through about three shadowbeings, but instead of the sword disappearing from sight, as it slashed through the last shadow, she grasped it with her mind and began wielding it in front of her, using wise, sweeping slashed fo keep a sufficent number of the shadows at bay while her spear, grapes with both hands, was enough to fell the rest of them. Such a task required her singular focus, and so, her mind was firmly focused on defending with her sword from afar, until the professor's shout broke her semi-trance, Ellyn diving towards the horde as the water spear crashed into the platform, the shadows quickly disappearing.<br/><br/>Creating a telekinetic platform underneath her feet, she observed the staircase before them. As Cranks asked for their opinions, she tilted her head, considering the staircase. ""Faithless is he who says farewell when thd road darkens."" It's a quote I read in a book, though I don't remember which one it was. But I think we should follow this out. I'd be curious for days if we didn't continue. ""<br/><br/>""As for your questiom, Alfenn, to return, I simply closed my eyes and focised. I can't guarantee if it'll be that easy in future situatons though. But I believe we are all in agreement, Professor, to continue. So shall we?"" she asked, her spear materializing in her hand."
11100,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=750,2016-02-14T04:21:00,Zarkenis Ultima,"Professor Cyranis looked at each of her students as they expressed their desire to go deeper down the rabbit's hole and find out exactly what had caused them to end up in this Mindscape Battlefield. Truth be told, she was a little surprised that they seemed so eager to continue on without yet knowing the nature of the spell they seemed to be caught within, but as far as she was concerned, the least exposition she had to make, the better, and so, she smiled, cringing at the Ayendor girl's awful pun, but otherwise quite proud of what her students had done so far, and of the resolve they showed, not backing down from the mystery that spread in front of them. ""I will not forgive that pun, miss Ayendor, but I am willing to grant you reprieve until we sort out this mess. Now then."" The instructor spoke, looking at the group of students after addressing Jynna. ""If you all agree, then we will continue. We have, as far as I can see, passed the trial without issue, so I do not think we will encounter any more enemies, but keep your guard up, students. Wise men are wary of the unknown."" She nodded.<br/><br/>Then, she turned around and began walking up the golden staircase in front of her, the steps seeming to continue on far beyond the reaches of Sapphira's sight. As she walked, the one-eyed woman continued speaking, this time opting to address Alfenn's questions. ""As for your doubts, Cortaigne, I will start from the beginning. I doubt that injury in this place would be of much consequence in the real world; if I am indeed correct and this is a trial as I suspect, we would likely be deemed unworthy of whatever the trial guards and nothing more. However, I may be wrong, and in any case it is unadvisable to let our guards down on the off chance that we might not receive injury while in here."" She explained, adjusting the fingerless black gloves she wore. ""Leaving can be done simply by closing your eyes and focusing; that will let you return, though the body that you use here will remain. Perhaps complete escape is possible now, however, if any of you care to try."" The professor stated.<br/><br/>After ascending for what seemed like hours, the students growing weary and their legs stiff, they saw in the distance the end of the staircase. Cyeanis immediately hurried forward in order to ensure that there was no threat ahead, and the students soon caught up with her, reaching the end of the stairs, and arriving at another platform where a temple stood. At first glance, it seemed like an exact replica of the Temple of Glarkanios, but as the group walked in, it was easy to see where the two structures differed. The central area, where the statue of Aradain and his eight swords stood in the real qorld, was empty, save for a throne on the far end of the circular area. Sitting on the throne was a man, a tall, elderly man with a short white mane for hair and silvery eyes, his presence wavering and ethereal, as if he was not quite there. As the group approached, the man stood up and spread his arms.<br/><br/>""Welcome, children."" He spoke with a deep voice. ""I am pleased to see that someone has passed the trial at last. We have much to speak about.""<br/><hr/><br/><br/>Much like Juna had predicted, Aressa giggled, though not quite for the reasons the recruit had expected. ""Jesters? Really? That sounds awfully childish, Juna. Most people your age who still have nightmares usually dream of dragons, despite having never seen one for themselves- not that I have either, of course."" The red-haired aspirant spoke, shaking her head for a moment before looking back at Juna, a kind smile on her face. ""Let me tell you now, though, that there is no reason to be ashamed of the<span style=""font-style: italic"">other</span>dream."" The aspirant stated. ""All it shows is that you're eager to succeed, to make your family and your sister proud. There is nothing wrong with that, Juna, nothing at all. It doesn't have to be just a dream either."" She assured. ""One day, I believe you will achieve something great and make them all proud. No, 'm sure of it. You are a student of the Silver Hand Academy after all, and my charge. The odds are ever in your favor."" The redhead said with a small chuckle. ""But you are at school right now, so don't put too much pressure on yourself just because you haven't achieved something great. We Redemit live long for a reason. Besides, there is also the boyfriend part for you to work on."" She concluded, playfully patting the braveblood on the back."
11101,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=750,2016-02-22T05:35:00,Atlannia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Zarkenis Ultima <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=27692666#p27692666"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>After ascending for what seemed like hours, the students growing weary and their legs stiff, they saw in the distance the end of the staircase. Cyeanis immediately hurried forward in order to ensure that there was no threat ahead, and the students soon caught up with her, reaching the end of the stairs, and arriving at another platform where a temple stood. At first glance, it seemed like an exact replica of the Temple of Glarkanios, but as the group walked in, it was easy to see where the two structures differed. The central area, where the statue of Aradain and his eight swords stood in the real qorld, was empty, save for a throne on the far end of the circular area. Sitting on the throne was a man, a tall, elderly man with a short white mane for hair and silvery eyes, his presence wavering and ethereal, as if he was not quite there. As the group approached, the man stood up and spread his arms.<br/><br/>""Welcome, children."" He spoke with a deep voice. ""I am pleased to see that someone has passed the trial at last. We have much to speak about.""<br/></div></blockquote><br/><br/>Leaning forward slightly to rest his hands on his knees Alfenn took a deep, measured breath and then exhaled before straightening up and glancing back at the stairs they had ascended with a baleful expression.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">That's the problem with illusory architecture</span>he thought.<span style=""font-style: italic"">There's never any consideration given to practicality.</span><br/><br/>Turning back to take in their surroundings and in particular the old man standing before them Alfenn was unable to supress a slight quirk of one eyebrow.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">There's <span style=""text-decoration: underline"">got</span> to be easier ways to talk than this</span>he thought, conscious of the sweat dampening the back of his neck. Sensibly though Alfenn decided to keep that thought to himself, he also supposed that the topic of conversation the old...hologram? Ghost? had in mind was not the itemised list of critiques of this mindscape's design Alfenn had been mentally compiling on his way up the stairs.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Item one, overuse of gold is tacky and distracting, especially during combat,</span>Alfenn recalled, before quickly dismissing the thought.<br/>""...Anything...in particular you wanted to speak about?"" he asked in a level tone, breaking the brief but pregnant silence that had enveloped the virtual temple after the old man spoke."
11102,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=750,2016-02-29T06:07:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Zarkenis Ultima <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322985&amp;p=27692666#p27692666"">wrote</a>:</cite>Much like Juna had predicted, Aressa giggled, though not quite for the reasons the recruit had expected. ""Jesters? Really? That sounds awfully childish, Juna. Most people your age who still have nightmares usually dream of dragons, despite having never seen one for themselves- not that I have either, of course."" The red-haired aspirant spoke, shaking her head for a moment before looking back at Juna, a kind smile on her face. ""Let me tell you now, though, that there is no reason to be ashamed of the <span style=""font-style: italic"">other</span> dream."" The aspirant stated. ""All it shows is that you're eager to succeed, to make your family and your sister proud. There is nothing wrong with that, Juna, nothing at all. It doesn't have to be just a dream either."" She assured. ""One day, I believe you will achieve something great and make them all proud. No, 'm sure of it. You are a student of the Silver Hand Academy after all, and my charge. The odds are ever in your favor."" The redhead said with a small chuckle. ""But you are at school right now, so don't put too much pressure on yourself just because you haven't achieved something great. We Redemit live long for a reason. Besides, there is also the boyfriend part for you to work on."" She concluded, playfully patting the braveblood on the back.</div></blockquote><br/>""I blame many a poor carnival in my youth."" Juna joked with a smile and a soft chuckle, surprised that what she predicted happened, yet not as she thought it would. The giggle was more comforting than mocking. She kept a smile. ""I suppose you're right."" She spoke. Then paused. ""I don't remember the last time anyone said anything that... supportive before."" She spoke, feeling a renewed faith in herself. Elsis has said similar things before, but Juna never really believed her, regardless of how sincere she was being. ""Thank you..."""
11103,Children Of Infinity (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=322985&start=750,2016-03-04T19:10:00,Ularn,"Kyrissa knelt on the staircase, one hand on resting its glossed surface, other on the pommel of her sword which she had extinguished and returned to her belt. Long, steady breaths flowed along her back as she regarded her yellowishly reflecting face in the marbled floor. She looked the same, she thought; no different externally from what she had been minutes (hours; days; it was impossible to tell in this 'mindscape') before her first battle. Somehow she had always expected to be different after this.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 75px;""></span>Her fringe was flecked with a little sweat but not even as much as she would pick up during a moderate training session. The shadow beings had been numerous but they attacked with no skill or finesse or even sense of self-preservation and they fell to gas if so much as touched by a blade. Their numbers had appeared daunting at first but to a trained knight they had posed no threat.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 75px;""></span>She closed her eyes flexed her neck, shoulders, working her way down the muscles of her spine, feeling the faintest of twinges where Rache's wound had been knitted together that morning, before standing. ""I'm not going anywhere,"" Kyr declared with a faint smile that was the faintest vestige of the excitement and adrenaline still coursing beneath her skin, ""I dragged you all this far; what kind of knight wouldn't see this through to the end now?""<br/><span style=""margin-left: 75px;""></span>The ascent up the golden staircase and the accompanying silence let Kyr have time to sort out her thoughts. As the sense of jubilation at their victory over the shadow creatures was able to subside, familiar doubts returned. How much of this was real? Had the shadows been real enemies? They had fallen so easily. Was this her real body? Her real armour? Real sword? Was the sweat on her brow real, or anything about this victory? Had they ever been in any danger or was Cyranis right and the worst that 'death' in the mindscape entailed was a return to the real world and whatever shame could ever be gleaned from some nebulous entity considering her unworthy? If that was all, Kyrissa had faced greater loss in her duel against Rache. As laughable as the idea seemed, she found herself wondering if this even counted as a victory.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 75px;""></span>At the top of the stairs and an age-long climb, Kyr was regarding the same temple they had left that afternoon - if afternoon it still was; time in this place was as easy to grasp as water. Over there was the plinth where she had meditated before the statue of Lady Sylvalladine, although the sculpture that occupied it now was only an amorphous blank-faced figure like in every other alcove.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 75px;""></span>Kyr eyed their surroundings uneasily as Alfenn tried to converse with the spectral figure occupying Aradain's place. To be secure, she flexed the fingers of her left hand and whispered, ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Ewiphist, ettincmi!</span>"" casting a thin, simple shield about the group, enough to absorb the first blow of a surprise attack and keep them from being ambushed if ore shadow creatures or anything worse were to appear."
11104,A Family of the Stars (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323077,2014-12-09T11:05:00,Abserdia,"<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322929"" rel=""nofollow"">OOC</a><br/><br/><br/><br/><span style=""color: #0000BF"">Arken wakes up at 7:00. He gets up and yawns, and looks at his body from the mirror near his bed. The first thing he notices is that he is VERY short. He looks in the closet, and surprisingly he has clothes that fit him, He puts on a black shirt with a blue jacket, and blue jeans. Once he gets dressed, he goes downstairs and examines the room. He sees a refrigerator in the kitchen, and opens it up to find some bagels and eggs. Since he doesn't know how to cook, he looks around the house some more. Once he looks at every room, which includes a family room, and beyond a door in that opens to a living room. He didn't go down to the basement though. He goes back to the kitchen, and looks at the digital clock on the oven. <span style=""font-style: italic"">7:13... Maybe I should go meet some of the neighbors? Naaah...</span> </span><br/><br/><br/><span style=""color: #000000"">Rose wakes up at 7:14. She's wearing a blue shirt and an orange skirt. She looks out her window, and notices a drive-way that wasn't there before. She couldn't see the entire house, but started to get curious and quickly put on her purple jacket. She walks downstairs and through the door, and looks at the house that wasn't there a night ago. </span>"
11105,A Family of the Stars (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323077,2014-12-09T11:14:00,Lingria,"Johannes woke up after his alarm went on screaming alert,He found himself wearing a aqua blue buttoned Shirt and Navy Blue Jeans. He jumped out of bed and noticed his neighbors were up too he waved at the girl and continued on his way to the kitchen ""Hmm maybe I'll make a sandvich?"" he hardly noticed that he was talking to himself ""Yes,I'll make me that sandvich"" he finally said after some thought. After eating the sandvich he had made for himself Johannes went outside to grab the mail that's when he noticed the house. ""I'm pretty sure that house wasn't there last night"" he told himself after started to walk towards it with curiosity ""I think if anyone lives there I might introduce myself,Maybe it's a girl"" he said with a rush of excitement. When he reached the houses doorstep he knocked 3 times and waited a response"
11106,A Family of the Stars (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323077,2014-12-09T11:21:00,Abserdia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Lingria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323077&amp;p=22737200#p22737200"">wrote</a>:</cite>Johannes woke up after his alarm went on screaming alert,He found himself wearing a aqua blue buttoned Shirt and Navy Blue Jeans. He jumped out of bed and noticed his neighbors were up too he waved at the girl and continued on his way to the kitchen ""Hmm maybe I'll make a sandvich?"" he hardly noticed that he was talking to himself ""Yes,I'll make me that sandvich"" he finally said after some thought. After eating the sandvich he had made for himself Johannes went outside to grab the mail that's when he noticed the house. ""I'm pretty sure that house wasn't there last night"" he told himself after started to walk towards it with curiosity ""I think if anyone lives there I might introduce myself,Maybe it's a girl"" he said with a rush of excitement. When he reached the houses doorstep he knocked 3 times and waited a response</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""color: #0000BF""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Ugh...</span> Arken thought. He went to the door, and un-locked it. He opened it and simply said ""My family doesn't want to be bothered right now. Go away."" Arken said before closing the door.</span><br/><br/><span style=""color: #000000"">Rose saw the entire thing, and said to Johannes ""Let's just leave them alone."" as she walked back into her house.</span>"
11107,A Family of the Stars (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323077,2014-12-09T11:42:00,Firsthome,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Stella</span><br/><br/>Stella woke up in a beautiful dress, that made her look like an actress from the ages of black and white television. Her hair was braided, and curled over her shoulder and around to the front of her, and it was 12"" long. She heard the door make a noise, and walked downstairs, and opened it, and to her surprise a boy was their. ""Hello? What are you doing here? I'm sorry about my brother..."" She said, half hiding behind the doorway"
11108,A Family of the Stars (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323077,2014-12-09T11:54:00,Lingria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Firsthome <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323077&amp;p=22737461#p22737461"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Stella</span><br/><br/>Stella woke up in a beautiful dress, that made her look like an actress from the ages of black and white television. Her hair was braided, and curled over her shoulder and around to the front of her, and it was 12"" long. She heard the door make a noise, and walked downstairs, and opened it, and to her surprise a boy was their. ""Hello? What are you doing here? I'm sorry about my brother..."" She said, half hiding behind the doorway</div></blockquote><br/>Johannes was stricken by her beauty ""Erm......Ja I just wanted to introduce myself as not to be a jerk"" he finally was able to muster ""As you can see your brother and I have already met and I just wanted to know my neighbors"" he started brushing through his hair with his fingers ""So.....Whom are you?"" He asked her"
11109,A Family of the Stars (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323077,2014-12-09T12:18:00,Firsthome,"<blockquote><div><cite>Lingria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323077&amp;p=22737615#p22737615"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Firsthome <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323077&amp;p=22737461#p22737461"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Stella</span><br/><br/>Stella woke up in a beautiful dress, that made her look like an actress from the ages of black and white television. Her hair was braided, and curled over her shoulder and around to the front of her, and it was 12"" long. She heard the door make a noise, and walked downstairs, and opened it, and to her surprise a boy was their. ""Hello? What are you doing here? I'm sorry about my brother..."" She said, half hiding behind the doorway</div></blockquote><br/>Johannes was stricken by her beauty ""Erm......Ja I just wanted to introduce myself as not to be a jerk"" he finally was able to muster ""As you can see your brother and I have already met and I just wanted to know my neighbors"" he started brushing through his hair with his fingers ""So.....Whom are you?"" He asked her</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Stella got out from behind the doorway and curtsied ""my name is Stella. What is your name, sir?"""
11110,A Family of the Stars (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323077,2014-12-09T13:14:00,Kirskmonia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Lingria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323077&amp;p=22737615#p22737615"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Firsthome <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323077&amp;p=22737461#p22737461"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Stella</span><br/><br/>Stella woke up in a beautiful dress, that made her look like an actress from the ages of black and white television. Her hair was braided, and curled over her shoulder and around to the front of her, and it was 12"" long. She heard the door make a noise, and walked downstairs, and opened it, and to her surprise a boy was their. ""Hello? What are you doing here? I'm sorry about my brother..."" She said, half hiding behind the doorway</div></blockquote><br/>Johannes was stricken by her beauty ""Erm......Ja I just wanted to introduce myself as not to be a jerk"" he finally was able to muster ""As you can see your brother and I have already met and I just wanted to know my neighbors"" he started brushing through his hair with his fingers ""So.....Whom are you?"" He asked her</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Nell rolled over in her bed and looked down at her phone lying on the floor 6:14 am it flashed on the screen. Nell groaned and mumbled as she got out of bed and put on a pair of jeans hanging on the bed and stuffed her phone in to them. She rubbed her face and started to looked around the room but was suddenly interrupted by the feeling of her bladder about to blow up and quickly made her way out of her room and down the hallway checking doors hoping to find a bath room, thankfully it Nell found one at the end of the hall and darted in. monuments later as she buttoned her jeans and walked over to the sink and started to wash her hands and suddenly realized she heard voices coming from down stairs threw the vent and quickly finished washing and walked over to the top of the stairs to see what was going on only to see some boy with pink hair outside the front door."
11111,A Family of the Stars (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323077,2014-12-09T13:31:00,Nuridia,"Lily, being the late sleeper she is depending on her dominant personality that day finally rises. As the Sagittarius, she has two parts to her personality which her brothers and sisters liked to call the ""human"" and the ""beast"" as her symbol was the half human half horse centaur. The human side was more serious, rational, careful and considering and the beast side was wild, hedless, irrational, carefree, passionate and could be very temperamental. She had freed her more animal side at a rave party at a club the other night and had managed to slip home quietly. She figured, since they only had another day of freedom they may as well party it up and live while they could. Waking up to the sounds of noise and smell of cooking breakfast, Lily got up with a groan and after taking a shower and brushing her teeth (at the same time to save water), she combed her messy fiery red hair as well as she could. Then she threw on a white sweather sewn with lace and fake pears over a pair of mint green pants and some white sandals. She grabbed her mp3 player and headed downstairs to where her family was."
11112,A Family of the Stars (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323077,2014-12-09T13:44:00,Lingria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Firsthome <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323077&amp;p=22737974#p22737974"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Lingria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323077&amp;p=22737615#p22737615"">wrote</a>:</cite>Johannes was stricken by her beauty ""Erm......Ja I just wanted to introduce myself as not to be a jerk"" he finally was able to muster ""As you can see your brother and I have already met and I just wanted to know my neighbors"" he started brushing through his hair with his fingers ""So.....Whom are you?"" He asked her</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Stella got out from behind the doorway and curtsied ""my name is Stella. What is your name, sir?""</div></blockquote><br/>Johannes was surprised by her directivity ""My name is Johannes Bauer but you can just call me Johann or John which ever floats your boat I guess"""
11113,A Family of the Stars (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323077,2014-12-09T14:25:00,Tomia,"James Storin woke up that morning and lazily got out of bed. He headed downstairs and made himself a bowl of cereal and then took a shower and got dressed. He wore simple jeans and a red t-shirt. He was handsome and confident, but he never cared much about looks, not that he dressed poorly, he just didn't obsess over it. He then decided to lay down on the couch a little while and relax. He was a few of his siblings were up already and greeted them with a tired smile or wave."
11114,A Family of the Stars (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323077,2014-12-09T15:01:00,Nuridia,"Lily was starving and wanted blueberry waffles or pancakes so bad. Apparently the cooking breakfast she had smelled was just somebody toasting bagels and making eggs. The redhead could be very particular about her cravings so before she got all the way down she went back upstairs to go grab her purse and counted the money in it. When she came back down she noticed James tucking into a bowl of cereal and waved to him, putting her iPod on pause and turning to everybody. ""Hey, I'm going to Waffle House.""""Or IHOP, I haven't reakky picked yet?"" ""So anybody wanna come with, or want anything brought back?"" the girl asked her siblings, her green eyes scanning the room as she grabbed her car keys."
11115,A Family of the Stars (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323077,2014-12-09T15:12:00,Tomia,"James saw his sister Lilly come downstairs and ask if anyone wanted to go to breakfast. James was very close to his sister Lilly, though he was a little concerned about her wild side. ""I guess I'll go with you Lilly. I'm not to hungry but I'm up for the trip."" James told his sister as he started to get up from the couch."
11116,A Family of the Stars (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323077,2014-12-09T15:39:00,Nuridia,"""Alright, cool."" ""James the lionheart, lucky number five."" she joked to her brother because Leo was the fifth sign in the Zodiac which meant that James was also the fifth born of their siblings. Lily was the ninth, not that it mattered much since they were born in rapid succession they were pretty close in age. Although teasing about birth order wasn't uncommon. ""Anybody else, last call."" Lily told her other siblings before she prepared to leave."
11117,A Family of the Stars (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323077,2014-12-09T16:15:00,Abserdia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nuridia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323077&amp;p=22740401#p22740401"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Alright, cool."" ""James the lionheart, lucky number five."" she joked to her brother because Leo was the fifth sign in the Zodiac which meant that James was also the fifth born of their siblings. Lily was the ninth, not that it mattered much since they were born in rapid succession they were pretty close in age. Although teasing about birth order wasn't uncommon. ""Anybody else, last call."" Lily told her other siblings before she prepared to leave.</div></blockquote><br/>""I'll go."" Arken says. ""I don't have anything else to do. And I only ate a frozen bagel."" He tells Lily. ""Plus, I can get away from this awkward conversation Stella is having with the pink-haired guy. They're just... Talking... And its annoying me... And they're rubbing it in my face... That I'm short... Or something like that... Or maybe they're aliens...<br/>Yeah, I need breakfast."""
11118,A Family of the Stars (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323077,2014-12-09T16:31:00,Nuridia,"Lily raised an eyebrow in confusion at Arken's words. ""Wait, were you annoyed that Stella's talking to the guy in the first place or that they're making fun of your height?"" ""And aliens, who is this guy anyway?"" she asked Arken before speaking up. ""Okay, if that's everybody."" ""Come along gentlemen, I believe there's a pancake and waffle buffet with our names written on it."" ""And I hope you two have your wallets."" the redhead said cheerfully as she unlocked the door and headed toward her car to wait for Arken and James. It was a sleek blue convertible with silver stripes."
11119,A Family of the Stars (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323077,2014-12-09T16:49:00,Abserdia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nuridia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323077&amp;p=22741038#p22741038"">wrote</a>:</cite>Lily raised an eyebrow in confusion at Arken's words. ""Wait, were you annoyed that Stella's talking to the guy in the first place or that they're making fun of your height?"" ""And aliens, who is this guy anyway?"" she asked Arken before speaking up. ""Okay, if that's everybody."" ""Come along gentlemen, I believe there's a pancake and waffle buffet with our names written on it."" ""And I hope you two have your wallets."" the redhead said cheerfully as she unlocked the door and headed toward her car to wait for Arken and James. It was a sleek blue convertible with silver stripes.</div></blockquote><br/>""No, the pink-haired guy is making it awkward because he CLEARLY likes Stella. And I just need breakfast."" He said, as he got into the car.<br/>""Wait...<br/>Wallets? I don't have any money! Why do they have to put prices on food?! We need it to survive! While I'm at it, why can't you just get normal bread for free!<br/>And what about clothing!"" Arken ranted. ""Well, then again, money is good.""<br/>""So Lily... Are you jealous of the pink-haired man? I know you are."" He said as he buckled his seat-belt. ""There is only 1 other man that is better than him...<br/>Probably a lot now that I think about. Wait, why am I ranting?"""
11120,A Family of the Stars (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323077,2014-12-09T16:51:00,Lingria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nuridia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323077&amp;p=22741038#p22741038"">wrote</a>:</cite>Lily raised an eyebrow in confusion at Arken's words. ""Wait, were you annoyed that Stella's talking to the guy in the first place or that they're making fun of your height?"" ""And aliens, who is this guy anyway?"" she asked Arken before speaking up. ""Okay, if that's everybody."" ""Come along gentlemen, I believe there's a pancake and waffle buffet with our names written on it."" ""And I hope you two have your wallets."" the redhead said cheerfully as she unlocked the door and headed toward her car to wait for Arken and James. It was a sleek blue convertible with silver stripes.</div></blockquote><br/>Johannes noticed a redhead bump him when he was talking to Stella ""Hey buddy watch where your walking geez"" he told her. he noticed that might have come off offensive but decided not to correct himself ""So Stella are you going to High School or currently in College?"" He hoped to dear god that she was in High School because he wanted to see this pretty girl every day. flicking through his hair, He pulled out his phone and strangely enough it was on the homepage for Wipikedia-Zodiac Signs whatever they were he really didn't care so he closed the tab and put his phone away and look up at Stella and smiled brightly"
11121,A Family of the Stars (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323077,2014-12-09T16:58:00,Nuridia,"Lily walked out of the door and didn't realize that she had bumped into Johannes until he startd yelling at her. She was not pleased by that at all, normally she would've apologized but not with an attitude like that so she turned to him with an almost wolf-like glare. ""Well I'm sorry, but maybe<span style=""font-style: italic"">you</span>should watch whose front doorway you're standing in!"" ""This is private property, I don't have to watch anything!"" Lily told the pink haired boy as she quickened her steps to the car and growled a bit. ""Hmph, the motherfucking nerve of that pansy."" ""What man dyes their hair pink?"" Lily huffed, snorting as she unlocked her car doors. She then heard Arken talk about how the pink haired guy made him feel. ""And him liking Stella makes you uncomfortable...why?"" ""It's not like she's your girlfriend or anything."" Lily half joked and then waited patiently as Arken came out of the house ranting. She sighed and growled a bit under her breath when he said that he didn't have any money. ""It's alright, I guess I'll pay for you."" ""I did ask you people to come along, and good thing the buffet's only seven bucks for all you can eat."" 'Seven Dollar Sunday and Five Buck Friday are usually the only times I go out."" Lily said as she got in the driver's seat and Arken got into the car too. She was highly confused by his next question. ""I don't know why you're ranting but I do know I'm not jealous of this pink haired guy."" ""Why would I be, I don't know his name nor have I seen him before."" Lily said in general confusion."
11122,A Family of the Stars (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323077,2014-12-09T17:02:00,Abserdia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nuridia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323077&amp;p=22741386#p22741386"">wrote</a>:</cite>Lily walked out of the door and didn't realize that she had bumped into Johannes until he startd yelling at her. She was not plased by that at all, normally she would've apologized but not with an attitude like that so she turned to him with an almost wolf-like glare. ""Well I'm sorry, but maybe <span style=""font-style: italic"">you</span> should watch whose front doorway you're standing in!"" ""This is private property, I don't have to watch anything!"" Lily told the pink haired boy as she quickened her steps to the car and growled a bit. ""Hmph, the motherfucking nerve of that pansy."" ""What man dyes their hair pink?"" Lily huffed, snorting as she unlocked her car doors. She then heard Arken talk about how the pink haired guy made him feel. ""And him liking Stella makes you uncomfortable...why?"" ""It's not like she's your girlfriend or anything."" Lily half joked and then waited patiently as Arken came out of the house ranting. She sighed and growled a bit under her breath when he said that he didn't have any money. ""It's alright, I guess I'll pay for you."" ""I did ask you people to come along, and good thing the buffet's only seven bucks for all you can eat."" 'Seven Dollar Sunday and Five Buck Friday are usually the only times I go out."" Lily said as she got in the driver's seat and Arken got into the car too. She was highly confused by his next question. ""I don't know why you're ranting but I do know I'm not jealous of this pink haired guy."" ""Why would I be, I don't know his name nor have I seen him before."" Lily said in general confusion.</div></blockquote><br/>""Don't curse like that just because he would do something I would have done!"" Arken said.<br/>As soon as Lily talked about Arken being jealous of Johannes, he felt like punching everybody.<br/>""No! Of course not! What make you think that?! Its just that I don't like somebody acting like an idiot in front of me."" He said before realizing the hypocrisy in that statement.<br/>""And you would be jealous of him because... I haven't had breakfast, okay!"""
11123,A Family of the Stars (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323077,2014-12-09T17:08:00,Lingria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Abserdia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323077&amp;p=22741438#p22741438"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Nuridia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323077&amp;p=22741386#p22741386"">wrote</a>:</cite>Lily walked out of the door and didn't realize that she had bumped into Johannes until he startd yelling at her. She was not plased by that at all, normally she would've apologized but not with an attitude like that so she turned to him with an almost wolf-like glare. ""Well I'm sorry, but maybe <span style=""font-style: italic"">you</span> should watch whose front doorway you're standing in!"" ""This is private property, I don't have to watch anything!"" Lily told the pink haired boy as she quickened her steps to the car and growled a bit. ""Hmph, the motherfucking nerve of that pansy."" ""What man dyes their hair pink?"" Lily huffed, snorting as she unlocked her car doors. She then heard Arken talk about how the pink haired guy made him feel. ""And him liking Stella makes you uncomfortable...why?"" ""It's not like she's your girlfriend or anything."" Lily half joked and then waited patiently as Arken came out of the house ranting. She sighed and growled a bit under her breath when he said that he didn't have any money. ""It's alright, I guess I'll pay for you."" ""I did ask you people to come along, and good thing the buffet's only seven bucks for all you can eat."" 'Seven Dollar Sunday and Five Buck Friday are usually the only times I go out."" Lily said as she got in the driver's seat and Arken got into the car too. She was highly confused by his next question. ""I don't know why you're ranting but I do know I'm not jealous of this pink haired guy."" ""Why would I be, I don't know his name nor have I seen him before."" Lily said in general confusion.</div></blockquote><br/>""Don't curse like that just because he would do something I would have done!"" Arken said.<br/>As soon as Lily talked about Arken being jealous of Johannes, he felt like punching everybody.<br/>""No! Of course not! What make you think that?! Its just that I don't like somebody acting like an idiot in front of me."" He said before realizing the hypocrisy in that statement.<br/>""And you would be jealous of him because... I haven't had breakfast, okay!""</div></blockquote><br/>Johannes noticed what he had caused and felt really guilty so he chose to be a good Samaritan and turned to Stella ""Hold on for one momento please"" then started walking nearly tripping on his own face in the process,He finally got to their car ""Um Redhead I noticed your low on money so let me help you out"" he said this as he handed her a 50$ Dollar Bill ""And I'm sorry for bursting at you its not normally how I act"" he finally pulled himself together smiled as the wind fluttered his Bright Pink Hair"
11124,A Family of the Stars (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323077,2014-12-09T17:29:00,Tomia,"James grabbed his wallet and went to Lilly's car with her. He sat quietly through all the commotion. He didn't usually get involved with things like that. When their brother said he didn't have money James spoke up. ""I can help you pay for him Lilly."" James offered his younger sister."
11125,A Family of the Stars (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323077,2014-12-09T17:31:00,Nuridia,"Lily heard James and nodded. ""Thanks bro, you're a lifesaver."" Lily had already calmed down but was surprised when the pink haired guy came up to her and apologized. ""Oh."" ""Well okay, thanks."" ""It's cool I guess, I suppose you haven't had breakfast either huh?"" ""I'm not trying to be a bitch, it's just my brother acts the same way when he hasn't eaten."" 'Anyway, thanks for apologizing and it's cool."" ""I guess I shouldn't have popped off like that either, I have a short temper."" ""My siblings always say, ""Watch out for Lily, don't wake the beast."" She then saw the money in his hand. ""Oh no, you don't have to pay me."" ""The apology was enough."" 'Also, my name's Lily although I have been called Red on occasion."" Lily said, leaning out of her car window to speak to Johannes."
11126,A Family of the Stars (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323077,2014-12-09T17:38:00,Abserdia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nuridia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323077&amp;p=22741780#p22741780"">wrote</a>:</cite>Lily heard James and nodded. ""Thanks bro, you're a lifesaver."" Lily had already calmed down but was surprised when the pink haired guy came up to her and apologized. ""Oh."" ""Well okay, thanks."" ""It's cool I guess, I suppose you haven't had breakfast either huh?"" ""I'm not trying to be a bitch, it's just my brother acts the same way when he hasn't eaten."" 'Anyway, thanks for apologizing and it's cool."" ""I guess I shouldn't have popped off like that either, I have a short temper."" ""My siblings always say, ""Watch out for Lily, don't wake the beast."" She then saw the money in his hand. ""Oh no, you don't have to pay me."" ""The apology was enough."" 'Also, my name's Lily although I have been called Red on occasion."" Lily said, leaning out of her car window to speak to Johannes.</div></blockquote><br/>""Are we going now?"" Arken asked. ""I'm starving. Plus, I get to study the people I'm going to go to school with.""<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">And possibly get a girlfriend...</span>Arken thought.<br/>""Oh, pink-hair! I need to tell you something."""
11127,A Family of the Stars (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323077,2014-12-09T17:40:00,Lingria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Abserdia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323077&amp;p=22741873#p22741873"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Nuridia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323077&amp;p=22741780#p22741780"">wrote</a>:</cite>Lily heard James and nodded. ""Thanks bro, you're a lifesaver."" Lily had already calmed down but was surprised when the pink haired guy came up to her and apologized. ""Oh."" ""Well okay, thanks."" ""It's cool I guess, I suppose you haven't had breakfast either huh?"" ""I'm not trying to be a bitch, it's just my brother acts the same way when he hasn't eaten."" 'Anyway, thanks for apologizing and it's cool."" ""I guess I shouldn't have popped off like that either, I have a short temper."" ""My siblings always say, ""Watch out for Lily, don't wake the beast."" She then saw the money in his hand. ""Oh no, you don't have to pay me."" ""The apology was enough."" 'Also, my name's Lily although I have been called Red on occasion."" Lily said, leaning out of her car window to speak to Johannes.</div></blockquote><br/>""Are we going now?"" Arken asked. ""I'm starving. Plus, I get to study the people I'm going to go to school with."" <br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">And possibly get a girlfriend...</span> Arken thought.<br/>""Oh, pink-hair! I need to tell you something.""</div></blockquote><br/>Johannes stared the man right in the face and nearly jumped in just to punch him ""Yes?"" He said in the nicest way but you could still hear hints of anger in it"
11128,A Family of the Stars (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323077,2014-12-09T17:42:00,Abserdia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Lingria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323077&amp;p=22741893#p22741893"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Abserdia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323077&amp;p=22741873#p22741873"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Are we going now?"" Arken asked. ""I'm starving. Plus, I get to study the people I'm going to go to school with."" <br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">And possibly get a girlfriend...</span> Arken thought.<br/>""Oh, pink-hair! I need to tell you something.""</div></blockquote><br/>Johannes stared the man right in the face and nearly jumped in just to punch him ""Yes?"" He said in the nicest way but you could still hear hints of anger in it</div></blockquote><br/>""Stop doing that thing you're doing when talking to Stella. If you really want to date her, don't act like an idiot."" Arken said, rolling up the window.<span style=""font-style: italic"">He sounded angry... Maybe I shouldn't have called him an idiot...</span>"
11129,A Family of the Stars (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323077&start=25,2014-12-09T17:51:00,Lingria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Abserdia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323077&amp;p=22741919#p22741919"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Lingria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323077&amp;p=22741893#p22741893"">wrote</a>:</cite>Johannes stared the man right in the face and nearly jumped in just to punch him ""Yes?"" He said in the nicest way but you could still hear hints of anger in it</div></blockquote><br/>""Stop doing that thing you're doing when talking to Stella. If you really want to date her, don't act like an idiot."" Arken said, rolling up the window. <span style=""font-style: italic"">He sounded angry... Maybe I shouldn't have called him an idiot...</span></div></blockquote><br/>Johannes nearly instantly calmed down ""Aw....Do I look like an idiot?Crap that always happens.Thanks man."" He said happily '<span style=""font-style: italic"">Maybe this guy isn't so bad</span>' Johannes thought ""Well anyway,Li..ly really the money isn't as a bribe it's as a 'Gift' get yourself something nice or save it,Really doesn't matter to me"""
11130,A Family of the Stars (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323077&start=25,2014-12-09T18:44:00,Nuridia,"""Alright then, thank you."" ""Since you insist."" Lily said, taking the money from Johannes and then sighed as the two of them started to fight. ""Hey, watch the glass you two!"" ""I just got a new paint job!"" the redhead whined and then heard Arken's voice asking if they could go. ""Calm down Mr. Split Personality, we'll get your pancakes."" ""Anyway, thanks guy."" ""We have to go now, we're late for a pancake run."" Lily said as she didn't know Johannes' name. She stepped on her gas and made sure that Johannes was out of the way before she drove off."
11131,A Family of the Stars (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323077&start=25,2014-12-09T19:42:00,Abserdia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nuridia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323077&amp;p=22742637#p22742637"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Alright then, thank you."" ""Since you insist."" Lily said, taking the money from Johannes and then sighed as the two of them started to fight. ""Hey, watch the glass you two!"" ""I just got a new paint job!"" the redhead whined and then heard Arken's voice asking if they could go. ""Calm down Mr. Split Personality, we'll get your pancakes."" ""Anyway, thanks guy."" ""We have to go now, we're late for a pancake run."" Lily said as she didn't know Johannes' name. She stepped on her gas and made sure that Johannes was out of the way before she drove off.</div></blockquote><br/>""Pancakes! Pancakes! Pancakes! Pancakes!"" Arken yelled as they took off. ""So, let me rant about something else. How about...<br/>Free-health care? That seems like something I should rant about."" He said."
11132,A Family of the Stars (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323077&start=25,2014-12-10T07:06:00,Firsthome,"<blockquote><div><cite>Lingria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323077&amp;p=22742033#p22742033"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Abserdia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323077&amp;p=22741919#p22741919"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Stop doing that thing you're doing when talking to Stella. If you really want to date her, don't act like an idiot."" Arken said, rolling up the window. <span style=""font-style: italic"">He sounded angry... Maybe I shouldn't have called him an idiot...</span></div></blockquote><br/>Johannes nearly instantly calmed down ""Aw....Do I look like an idiot?Crap that always happens.Thanks man."" He said happily '<span style=""font-style: italic"">Maybe this guy isn't so bad</span>' Johannes thought ""Well anyway,Li..ly really the money isn't as a bribe it's as a 'Gift' get yourself something nice or save it,Really doesn't matter to me""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Stella Watched the other Rant, and Giggled Slightly,<span style=""font-style: italic"">The other Signs are so silly sometimes, but so are the humans as well</span>she thought.<br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Daniel</span><br/><br/>Daniel Woke up, and yawned and Stretched. after getting Changed out of his pajamas and into his Clothes, he Made himself a cup of tea, and Enjoyed the Late Morning Sun, as he Drank his tea slowly. He noticed something off.... A New house? how? Daniel decided he would check it out after he ate breakfast."
11133,A Family of the Stars (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323077&start=25,2014-12-10T08:16:00,Kirskmonia,"Nell continued to watch from the top of the stairs as the scene below her played out and watched intently as they all walked outside. Soon she walked down the stairs, over to the coat rack and grabbed her bomber jacket. She walked out the front door to continue watching and sat down on the steps and made herself comfortable as she enjoyed the cold morning air."
11134,A Family of the Stars (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323077&start=25,2014-12-10T09:14:00,Abserdia,"<span style=""color: #0000BF"">""So James, how do you like life so far?"" Arken asked. ""I like the frozen bagels."" He said before a chuckle.</span><br/><br/><br/><span style=""color: #000000"">Rose was in her family room, eating a Kit-Kat watching the news. ""A chemical spill delays a Texas high-school football-click- Frozen bagels now fashion-click""<br/>""The news is so boring..."" She mumbles to herself.</span>"
11135,A Family of the Stars (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323077&start=25,2014-12-10T10:20:00,Nuridia,"<span style=""font-style: italic"">This is what I live with on a daily basis.</span>Lily thought to herself as she heard the antics of her brother in the back and passenger seats. She was going to eat so many waffles that she'd probably come out twice as wide as when she walked in."
11136,A Family of the Stars (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323077&start=25,2014-12-10T11:04:00,Abserdia,"<span style=""color: #0000BF"">As they approached the restaurant, Arken felt like playing a prank on Lily or James... <span style=""font-style: italic"">But how?</span> He asked himself.<br/>Then, he had the perfect idea. He smiled, and decided to play the prank once they get home. He did let out an evil laugh though.<br/>""So Lily, James, how do you feel about-... Well, never-mind.""</span>"
11137,A Family of the Stars (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323077&start=25,2014-12-10T12:03:00,Tomia,James rolled his eyes playfully as he sat in the back of his sister's car with his brothers. He couldn't help but smile at their immaturity though. James was always one of his more mature siblings and he often made sure that everything with the house was running right. He had a playfully side too though and didn't mind joking around and acting stupid sometimes
11138,A Family of the Stars (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323077&start=25,2014-12-10T12:07:00,Nuridia,"""Well boys, we're here."" Lily said, pulling up to the restaurant. ""Now, this is a buffet so we're going to eat all we can here."" ""No carry-outs on my white leather, let's go."" Lily said, unlocking the doors and stepping out of her car."
11139,A Family of the Stars (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323077&start=25,2014-12-10T12:18:00,Tomia,"James smirked at Lilly's comment about her car. She was also worried about it getting dirty. ""Jeez Lilly, you'd think that car was your boyfriend."" He joked playfully to her as they headed into the restaurant."
11140,A Family of the Stars (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323077&start=25,2014-12-10T12:24:00,Nuridia,"""Not my boyfriend, but he is my baby."" ""I have to take good care of it because it's reliable and has always taken good care of me."" ""Now shhut up and let's go pay the hostess."" ""Chocolate chip waffles here I come."" Lily said to James, obviously hungry."
11141,A Family of the Stars (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323077&start=25,2014-12-10T12:30:00,Tomia,"James couldn't help but chuckle at Lilly's words. He took out his wallet and got the money that he needed to pay for their meal. ""I'm moving as fast as I can Lil."" He said playfully. ""I've learned not to get between you and waffles."" He half joked."
11142,A Family of the Stars (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323077&start=25,2014-12-10T13:48:00,Abserdia,"Arken looked at James, and laughed. ""Lil? That is the worse nickname ever."" He said. ""And since when did you guys get so friendly? I feel like I'm being left out here."" Arken joked.<br/>""Or maybe you guys AREN'T so friendly..."" He said, before bursting into laughter."
11143,A Family of the Stars (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323077&start=25,2014-12-10T14:14:00,Nuridia,"'Well it's good to get along with your friends, James and I have always been close."" ""You should try it sometimes Arken, it's not good to be alone all the time you know."" Lily said, paying for herself and using part of the fifty dollar bill to pay for Arken. She went straight to the buffet, zoning in on the waffles and syrup counter."
11144,A Family of the Stars (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323077&start=25,2014-12-10T14:21:00,Abserdia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nuridia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323077&amp;p=22750562#p22750562"">wrote</a>:</cite>'Well it's good to get along with your siblings, James and I have always been close."" ""You should try it sometimes Arken, it's not good to be alone all the time you know."" Lily said, paying for herself and using part of the fifty dollar bill to pay for Arken. She went straight to the buffet, zoning in on the waffles and syrup counter.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""color: #0000BF"">Arken looked around the buffet, and picked up pancakes on his plate. He puts on some chocolate chips and syrup, and went down to eat. <span style=""font-style: italic"">I'm not alone...</span> He thought, after what Lily said to him.<span style=""font-style: italic"">If I were alone, I wouldn't be here with James and Lily.</span></span>"
11145,A Family of the Stars (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323077&start=25,2014-12-10T14:44:00,Lingria,"Johannes look at Stella and smiled ""Well I've got to go here,"" he handed her a piece of paper with his phone number on it ""In case you need me"" he smiled and walked to his little home with blue paint on the outer walls,He carefully gripped the doorknob and opened the door ""Crap I forgot my mail"" so he walked to his mailbox and opened it ""Hmm a subscription and a letter from my mother,How odd"" he said as he walked inside his home. He set the Mail on the table and continued to his computer ""Let's see what we have"" he said as he open the Chrome User ""Hmm,What shall I do today"" he decided to open the Paradox Forums ""I think I'll download<span style=""font-style: italic"">Europa Universalis III</span>"" he said this as he opened a link to download it ""Okay now we wait,"" he said as he sat back, Johannes noticed that his stomach was growling like a live bear ""Ugh Jesus I'm hungry"" he sat up from his chair and grabbed his bike keys, Opening the garage door he saw that his Motorcycle was in perfect working condition ""Yeah that's wut I'm talkin 'bout"" He jumped on his bike and got the feel of it ""Come on let's do this"" he said as he put on his helmet and put the keys in the ignition ""Come on baby,"" turning the keys the motor started in a mere second,Testing the thrust he pushed the kickstand in. ""Let's go"" he told himself as the bike started moving forward ""<span style=""font-style: italic""> I think imma go to IHOP always loved that place as a child""</span>He veered the bike and rode toward the IHOP establishment,Smiling Johannes put the bike stand out on the Parking lot of the Breakfast house,Grabbing his Bikers Jacket and putting it on he walked inside of the building. Finding that apparently his 'neighbors' also enjoyed Pancakes Johannes got a smug look when he noticed that he wasn't the only biker here ""HEY DANIELS GET YER ASS EVER HERE!"" He yelled at one of the bikers telling him to come over here, The biker slowly got up and walked towards Johannes ""Hey man didn't know you liked toasted pancakes"" he told him when he got to Johannes ""Why wouldn't i"" he replied ""Come on let me introduce you to my buddies"" so Johannes walked over to the booth with the bikers sitting in it and sat down"
11146,A Family of the Stars (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323077&start=25,2014-12-10T14:56:00,Nuridia,"As Lily ordered a bunch of pancakes and waffles, she noticed a flash of pink out of the corner of her eye and turned, She saw Johannes from before chatting with some rough looking biker guys. 'The hell, what is he doing here?"" she whispered to herself as she also ordered some stuffed French toast and headed to her table. The waitress walked away stunned, and Lily felt like a doof because what she thought was a buffet table was actually a table full of pancakes that somebody already odered and so she went to go sit down in an empty booth. ""IHOP really should have a breakfast buffet, that would be great."" she said to herself, flipping her long red ponytail over her shoulder."
11147,A Family of the Stars (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323077&start=25,2014-12-10T15:03:00,Abserdia,"Arken started thinking of his prank, and wondered if James would actually like it or not...<span style=""font-style: italic"">Faking love letters could either be very good... Or very bad. But...<br/>Which one do I want?</span>He asked himself. After that thought, he heard someone yelling. He looked over there, and saw Johannes.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Pink-haired guy? What is he doing here? I thought he was with Stella doing that awkward hair thing...</span><br/>Arken continued eating with a lot on his mind."
11148,A Family of the Stars (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323077&start=25,2014-12-10T15:17:00,Lingria,"""Hold on"" Johannes told David ""Aight man"" David replied,Johannes walked to the font counter and called to the cashier ""Ma,am?"" ""Yes,Welcome to IHOP can I take your order?"" She asked him ""Um,Ultra Deluxe Pancake mountain for the Girl with the red hair and her friends"" he said this as he pointed to Lily ""That will be 76.46$"" she told him ""Here,Keep the change"" he said this as he handed her a 100$ dollar bill ""Sweet thanks,"" she said as he walked away '<span style=""font-style: italic"">This is gonna be awesome</span>' he thought as he walked back to David ""So man what you do?"" David asked Johannes ""Oh...You see the redhead?"" ""Yeah I see her"" David replied ""Well I just bought her a Deluxe Pancake meal"" Johannes said proudly ""Why??"" David asked with a raised eyebrow ""Well she's one of my neighbors,Litterly moved in over night"" Johannes explained ""Well,It's your money after all"" David sat down in the stall and Johannes decided to order a Coffee to calm his nerves"
11149,A Family of the Stars (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323077&start=25,2014-12-10T16:05:00,Abserdia,"<span style=""color: #0000BF"">Arken got up from his table, and walked towards James. ""James, wanna help me prank Lily?"" Arken asked. Earlier, he decided he would ask James to prank Lily, and came up with, in his opinion, the perfect one.</span>"
11150,A Family of the Stars (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323077&start=25,2014-12-10T16:21:00,Tomia,"James raised an eyebrow at Arken when he asked him if he wanted to prank Lilly. That was aren't kind of thing, but being Leo James didn't like upsetting or betraying people. ""I don't want to do that. Pranks are stupid."" James said to Arken."
11151,A Family of the Stars (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323077&start=25,2014-12-10T18:00:00,Abserdia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Tomia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323077&amp;p=22752156#p22752156"">wrote</a>:</cite>James raised an eyebrow at Arken when he asked him if he wanted to prank Lilly. That was aren't kind of thing, but being Leo James didn't like upsetting or betraying people. ""I don't want to do that. Pranks are stupid."" James said to Arken.</div></blockquote><br/>""Okay, fine. Suit yourself. You'll be a victim too I guess."" Arken said. He went back to his table and started eating.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Mwahahahaha! Wait, why am I laughing in my mind?</span><br/>""These pancakes is like if heaven took the form of a pancake."""
11152,A Family of the Stars (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323077&start=25,2014-12-10T22:38:00,Nuridia,"Lily licked her lips as her food arrived and chuckled at Arken's responce. She was about to divwe in when a waitress brought out a huge steaming mountain of pancakes along with all the food that she ordered already. Lily looked visibly surprised. ""Um, ma'am?"" ""I didn't order this, I believe you have the wrong table."" The redhead said, face stuffed with banana and pancake. The waitress spoke up. ""Oh no, this is for...redhead at Table 5."" ""That nice young man over there bought them for you."" ""Better hold on to that one, a lot of girls wouId snatch him up."" ""I wish I had a boyfriend like that who remembered what I liked, you must really love pancakes dear."" the waitress said as she walked away, leaving Lily stunned. She turned and saw that same pink haired guy who had given her the 50. He was ordering her food now? After he was flirting with Stella? What was the mystery around this guy? She blushed when the waitress said that he was her boyfriend. ""Oh no, we're not in a relationship!"" Lily called to the waitress as she walked away. She ate the pancakes she bought first, still surprised. ""Wonderful, now I have to thank him."" she muttered as she poured syrup on the mountain. The sheer amount of food on her side would set her brothers talking but the redhead didn't care."
11153,A Family of the Stars (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323077&start=25,2014-12-11T06:09:00,Abserdia,"<span style=""color: #0000BF"">Once Arken was finished with his food, he looked around and saw Lily's gigantic plate of pancakes. <span style=""font-style: italic"">I think that defies gravity...<br/>And how did she get it?</span> Arken was sitting just a few tables down, but he didn't hear anything from Lily or the waitress.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Well, the logical explanation would be James.</span> Arken thought. But he decided to just ignore it and wait until James and Lily are finished.</span>"
11154,A Family of the Stars (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323077&start=50,2014-12-11T06:47:00,NyanInk,"Korin was passed out in his room when<span style=""font-style: italic"">BZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZ</span>""Ugh whyyy"" He slapped the alarm clock and got up. ""Ah mornings....Gotta hate 'em, Gotta love 'em.""<img alt="":D"" src=""./images/smilies/icon_mrgreen.gif"" title=""Mr. Green""/>He quickly got dressed and slung his backpack he takes everywhere over his shoulder. He then walked downstairs to the kitchen and took a peek into the fridge, while dramatically opening both doors at the same time. ""Lets see...Frozen Coca-Cola or a pack of cookies....cookies."" He put them in his backpack and went outside when he looked at his watch. ""Aw man I slept in AGAIN..."" He missed the morning sunrise. ""There's always sunset, I guess."" He sadly went inside and slumped face-down on the couch.<br/>(Edited)"
11155,A Family of the Stars (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323077&start=50,2014-12-11T14:49:00,Abserdia,"Arken looks at Lily, still curious about those pancakes. Maybe a little too much though. He walks over to Lily's table, and asks her a very simple question:<br/>""Where did you get those pancakes?"""
11156,A Family of the Stars (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323077&start=50,2014-12-11T15:10:00,Nuridia,"""Oh, wairess said that pink haired guy bought them for me."" ""It completely caught me off guard, I was totally shocked."" ""I mean first the fifty bucks and now this, after he was flirting with Stella."" ""But what blew me away was that the waitress thought he was my boyfriend!"" ""Don't get me wrong I love food, but I'm not a pancake whore."" Lily said, she couldn't help but laugh because although it was serious it was also funny. ""How does it concern you?"" she asked Arken."
11157,A Family of the Stars (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323077&start=50,2014-12-12T06:57:00,Lingria,"Johannes had noticed that the man who gave him advice with Stella had went over to Lily and from his eyes was interrogating her ""David?"" Johannes said still looking at her table ""Yeah,Ye need something?"" He replied ""Would you support me if I was to ask you?""...""Yeah bro,Of course I'd support you""...""Then let's go"" Johannes said this as he nearly jumped out of the stall ""Whoa where are we going?"" David asked jumping out of the stall after Johannes ""Just follow my lead"" he said this as he walked over to Lily's table ""Hello Lily,I couldn't help but notice that your 'brother' is questioning as why I bought you pancakes"" he said when he got to her ""Pffft"" David started laughing ""You guys sound so serious"" he finally said after getting himself together"
11158,A Family of the Stars (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323077&start=50,2014-12-12T09:42:00,Abserdia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nuridia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323077&amp;p=22762525#p22762525"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Oh, wairess said that pink haired guy bought them for me."" ""It completely caught me off guard, I was totally shocked."" ""I mean first the fifty bucks and now this, after he was flirting with Stella."" ""But what blew me away was that the waitress thought he was my boyfriend!"" ""Don't get me wrong I love food, but I'm not a pancake whore."" Lily said, she couldn't help but laugh because although it was serious it was also funny. ""How does it concern you?"" she asked Arken.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""color: #0000BF"">""I was just curious."" Arken said. ""Well, I'm going to wait for you to finish Mt. Everest."" He started walking to his table before he saw Johannes walk over to Lily's table. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Make up your mind dude.</span> He thought as he started walking back to Lily's table. ""Why are you questioning why I'm questioning why you bought her pancakes?""</span><br/><br/><span style=""color: #000000"">Rose looked outside, and thought the new guys had enough time to do whatever. ""Time to go and ACTUALLY meet them."" Rose said to herself.<br/>She walked outside, and ringed the doorbell.</span>"
11159,A Family of the Stars (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323077&start=50,2014-12-12T10:32:00,NyanInk,"<blockquote><div><cite>Abserdia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323077&amp;p=22769916#p22769916"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""color: #000000"">Rose looked outside, and thought the new guys had enough time to do whatever. ""Time to go and ACTUALLY meet them."" Rose said to herself.<br/>She walked outside, and ringed the doorbell.</span></div></blockquote><br/>""Coming."" Korin came to the door, spazzing out and jumping off of the Couch.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Dooo!</span>""Coming!"" He opened the door and flicked his hair back in place. ""Uh h-hi!!"" He smiled wide, kicking away a loose sock."
11160,A Family of the Stars (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323077&start=50,2014-12-12T10:34:00,Abserdia,"<blockquote><div><cite>NyanInk <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323077&amp;p=22770283#p22770283"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Abserdia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323077&amp;p=22769916#p22769916"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""color: #000000"">Rose looked outside, and thought the new guys had enough time to do whatever. ""Time to go and ACTUALLY meet them."" Rose said to herself.<br/>She walked outside, and ringed the doorbell.</span></div></blockquote><br/>""Coming."" Korin came to the door, spazzing out and jumping off of the Couch. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Dooo!</span> ""Coming!"" He opened the door and flicked his hair back in place. ""Uh h-hi!!"" He smiled wide, kicking away a loose sock.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""color: #000000"">""I'm uh, your neighbor, and I just wanted to know the family that just moved in.<br/>In less than a day."" Rose said. ""I'm Rose, and I live just over there."" She said as she pointed to her house.</span>"
11161,A Family of the Stars (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323077&start=50,2014-12-12T10:49:00,NyanInk,"<blockquote><div><cite>Abserdia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323077&amp;p=22770297#p22770297"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>NyanInk <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323077&amp;p=22770283#p22770283"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Coming."" Korin came to the door, spazzing out and jumping off of the Couch. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Dooo!</span> ""Coming!"" He opened the door and flicked his hair back in place. ""Uh h-hi!!"" He smiled wide, kicking away a loose sock.</div></blockquote><br/>""I'm uh, your neighbor, and I just wanted to know the family that just moved in.<br/>In less than a day."" Rose said. ""I'm Rose, and I live just over there."" She said as she pointed to her house.</div></blockquote><br/>""I'm Korin. K-Korin Yuwa."" He looked up at his home. ""Sweet digs, eh?"" He then looked over at hers. ""Nice paint job! Loving the color. Well, its like every other color but it is nice in its own way."" He smiled ""We're...how you say...a pretty big family.""<span style=""font-style: italic"">A girl!!! At my door!! Take that, universe. Haha....Kidding. Kidding universe.</span>"
11162,A Family of the Stars (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323077&start=50,2014-12-12T10:55:00,Abserdia,"<blockquote><div><cite>NyanInk <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323077&amp;p=22770449#p22770449"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Abserdia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323077&amp;p=22770297#p22770297"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I'm uh, your neighbor, and I just wanted to know the family that just moved in.<br/>In less than a day."" Rose said. ""I'm Rose, and I live just over there."" She said as she pointed to her house.</div></blockquote><br/>""I'm Korin. K-Korin Yuwa."" He looked up at his home. ""Sweet digs, eh?"" He then looked over at hers. ""Nice paint job! Loving the color. Well, its like every other color but it is nice in its own way."" He smiled ""We're...how you say...a pretty big family."" <span style=""font-style: italic"">A girl!!! At my door!! Take that, universe. Haha....Kidding. Kidding universe.</span></div></blockquote><br/><span style=""color: #000000"">""Ah, that makes sense. You have a really big house. But, how did they build this house overnight? I didn't see this a day ago. Can you explain that?"" Rose asked.</span>"
11163,A Family of the Stars (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323077&start=50,2014-12-12T11:01:00,NyanInk,"<blockquote><div><cite>Abserdia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323077&amp;p=22770519#p22770519"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>NyanInk <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323077&amp;p=22770449#p22770449"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I'm Korin. K-Korin Yuwa."" He looked up at his home. ""Sweet digs, eh?"" He then looked over at hers. ""Nice paint job! Loving the color. Well, its like every other color but it is nice in its own way."" He smiled ""We're...how you say...a pretty big family."" <span style=""font-style: italic"">A girl!!! At my door!! Take that, universe. Haha....Kidding. Kidding universe.</span></div></blockquote><br/><span style=""color: #000000"">""Ah, that makes sense. You have a really big house. But, how did they build this house overnight? I didn't see this a day ago. Can you explain that?"" Rose asked.</span></div></blockquote><br/>""Prefab shops and a hell of a lot of overnight shipping."" He smirked. ""Want a tour? There are a lot of secrets..."" He offered. Really, he just wanted to brag about having a girl in the house.<span style=""font-style: italic"">I'm doing much better than last time...</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">FLASHBACK</span><br/>Korin: Uh uh uh uh uh *staring ahead*<br/>Girl: Are you okay?<br/>Korin: UH UH UH UH UH *slams door*<br/>Girl: Hmph *storms off*<br/>Korin:<img alt="":palm:"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_facepalm.gif"" title=""Facepalm""/><br/>Other people in the house:<img alt="":rofl:"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_rofl.gif"" title=""ROFL""/>"
11164,A Family of the Stars (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323077&start=50,2014-12-12T11:03:00,Abserdia,"<blockquote><div><cite>NyanInk <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323077&amp;p=22770560#p22770560"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Abserdia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323077&amp;p=22770519#p22770519"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""color: #000000"">""Ah, that makes sense. You have a really big house. But, how did they build this house overnight? I didn't see this a day ago. Can you explain that?"" Rose asked.</span></div></blockquote><br/>""Prefab shops and a hell of a lot of overnight shipping."" He smirked. ""Want a tour? There are a lot of secrets..."" He offered. Really, he just wanted to brag about having a girl in the house. <span style=""font-style: italic"">I'm doing much better than last time...</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">FLASHBACK</span><br/>Korin: Uh uh uh uh uh *staring ahead*<br/>Girl: Are you okay?<br/>Korin: UH UH UH UH UH *slams door*<br/>Girl: Hmph *storms off*<br/>Korin: <img alt="":palm:"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_facepalm.gif"" title=""Facepalm""/><br/>Other people in the house: <img alt="":rofl:"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_rofl.gif"" title=""ROFL""/></div></blockquote><br/><span style=""color: #000000"">""Sure, it can't hurt."" Rose said, as she walked into the house. ""Yep, yep. You can tell a lot about a family by the house they live in."" Rose giggled. <span style=""font-style: italic"">I'm being too lovable! Code red! What do I do?!</span></span>"
11165,A Family of the Stars (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323077&start=50,2014-12-12T11:07:00,NyanInk,"<blockquote><div><cite>Abserdia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323077&amp;p=22770585#p22770585"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>NyanInk <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323077&amp;p=22770560#p22770560"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Prefab shops and a hell of a lot of overnight shipping."" He smirked. ""Want a tour? There are a lot of secrets..."" He offered. Really, he just wanted to brag about having a girl in the house. <span style=""font-style: italic"">I'm doing much better than last time...</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">FLASHBACK</span><br/>Korin: Uh uh uh uh uh *staring ahead*<br/>Girl: Are you okay?<br/>Korin: UH UH UH UH UH *slams door*<br/>Girl: Hmph *storms off*<br/>Korin: <img alt="":palm:"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_facepalm.gif"" title=""Facepalm""/><br/>Other people in the house: <img alt="":rofl:"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_rofl.gif"" title=""ROFL""/></div></blockquote><br/><span style=""color: #000000"">""Sure, it can't hurt."" Rose said, as she walked into the house. ""Yep, yep. You can tell a lot about a family by the house they live in."" Rose giggled. <span style=""font-style: italic"">I'm being too lovable! Code red! What do I do?!</span></span></div></blockquote><br/>He closed the door.<span style=""font-style: italic"">YESHH!!!! IN YOUR STARRY FACES!!!</span>""Oh really? Well we travel a bit."" He nodded to the figurines and the paintings along the walls. ""This way!"" He went up a staircase onto a half-balcony."
11166,A Family of the Stars (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323077&start=50,2014-12-12T12:06:00,Abserdia,"<blockquote><div><cite>NyanInk <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323077&amp;p=22770626#p22770626"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Abserdia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323077&amp;p=22770585#p22770585"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""color: #000000"">""Sure, it can't hurt."" Rose said, as she walked into the house. ""Yep, yep. You can tell a lot about a family by the house they live in."" Rose giggled. <span style=""font-style: italic"">I'm being too lovable! Code red! What do I do?!</span></span></div></blockquote><br/>He closed the door. <span style=""font-style: italic"">YESHH!!!! IN YOUR STARRY FACES!!!</span> ""Oh really? Well we travel a bit."" He nodded to the figurines and the paintings along the walls. ""This way!"" He went up a staircase onto a half-balcony.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""color: #000000""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Oh no... I AM being too lovable!</span> Rose thought as she walked up to the half-balcony. ""Where's the rest of your family?"" Rose asked. ""I haven't seen anybody else yet."" She said. She just wanted to get away from Korin for awhile.</span>"
11167,A Family of the Stars (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323077&start=50,2014-12-12T12:20:00,NyanInk,"<blockquote><div><cite>Abserdia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323077&amp;p=22771178#p22771178"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>NyanInk <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323077&amp;p=22770626#p22770626"">wrote</a>:</cite>He closed the door. <span style=""font-style: italic"">YESHH!!!! IN YOUR STARRY FACES!!!</span> ""Oh really? Well we travel a bit."" He nodded to the figurines and the paintings along the walls. ""This way!"" He went up a staircase onto a half-balcony.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""color: #000000""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Oh no... I AM being too lovable!</span> Rose thought as she walked up to the half-balcony. ""Where's the rest of your family?"" Rose asked. ""I haven't seen anybody else yet."" She said. She just wanted to get away from Korin for awhile.</span></div></blockquote><br/>He sighed. ""I woke up late this morning, so I wouldn't know."" He had an idea. ""Come with me, we have a greenhouse room."" He ran down a few halls, keeping a little distance.<span style=""font-style: italic"">I hope she doesn't like me. I mean, I hope she likes me but....ehh no.</span>"
11168,A Family of the Stars (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323077&start=50,2014-12-12T12:44:00,Abserdia,"<blockquote><div><cite>NyanInk <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323077&amp;p=22771345#p22771345"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Abserdia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323077&amp;p=22771178#p22771178"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""color: #000000""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Oh no... I AM being too lovable!</span> Rose thought as she walked up to the half-balcony. ""Where's the rest of your family?"" Rose asked. ""I haven't seen anybody else yet."" She said. She just wanted to get away from Korin for awhile.</span></div></blockquote><br/>He sighed. ""I woke up late this morning, so I wouldn't know."" He had an idea. ""Come with me, we have a greenhouse room."" He ran down a few halls, keeping a little distance. <span style=""font-style: italic"">I hope she doesn't like me. I mean, I hope she likes me but....ehh no.</span></div></blockquote><br/><span style=""color: #000000"">Rose started to get uncomfortable, and it would be awkward to just tell him out of nowhere. So she just said nothing, and followed him to the greenhouse.<br/>""Your house seems like it was owned by some rich guy who wanted to live in a middle-class neighborhood."" Rose laughed, as she finally said something as they got into the greenhouse.</span>"
11169,A Family of the Stars (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323077&start=50,2014-12-12T12:48:00,NyanInk,"<blockquote><div><cite>Abserdia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323077&amp;p=22771561#p22771561"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>NyanInk <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323077&amp;p=22771345#p22771345"">wrote</a>:</cite>He sighed. ""I woke up late this morning, so I wouldn't know."" He had an idea. ""Come with me, we have a greenhouse room."" He ran down a few halls, keeping a little distance. <span style=""font-style: italic"">I hope she doesn't like me. I mean, I hope she likes me but....ehh no.</span></div></blockquote><br/><span style=""color: #000000"">Rose started to get uncomfortable, and it would be awkward to just tell him out of nowhere. So she just said nothing, and followed him to the greenhouse.<br/>""Your house seems like it was owned by some rich guy who wanted to live in a middle-class neighborhood."" Rose laughed, as she finally said something as they got into the greenhouse.</span></div></blockquote><br/>He laughed. ""It kinda does! We spent a lot on shipping, thats for sure."" He looked at her. ""Lets play a game. Find me, and i'll let you get first turn in one of the game rooms. Don't find me, but I find you, you have to buy me lunch."" He smirked as he ran behind a fern and was gone in an instant."
11170,A Family of the Stars (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323077&start=50,2014-12-12T12:54:00,Abserdia,"<blockquote><div><cite>NyanInk <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323077&amp;p=22771581#p22771581"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Abserdia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323077&amp;p=22771561#p22771561"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""color: #000000"">Rose started to get uncomfortable, and it would be awkward to just tell him out of nowhere. So she just said nothing, and followed him to the greenhouse.<br/>""Your house seems like it was owned by some rich guy who wanted to live in a middle-class neighborhood."" Rose laughed, as she finally said something as they got into the greenhouse.</span></div></blockquote><br/>He laughed. ""It kinda does! We spent a lot on shipping, thats for sure."" He looked at her. ""Lets play a game. Find me, and i'll let you get first turn in one of the game rooms. Don't find me, but I find you, you have to buy me lunch."" He smirked as he ran behind a fern and was gone in an instant.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""color: #000000"">Rose sighed, and started walking slowly around the area. ""Why do I have to be so lovable?"" Rose asks herself before laughing. <br/>Rose started walking faster, and looked behind almost everything she came across. <span style=""font-style: italic"">I really don't want to go on a date with a guy that I met less than an hour ago...</span></span>"
11171,A Family of the Stars (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323077&start=50,2014-12-12T12:56:00,NyanInk,"<blockquote><div><cite>Abserdia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323077&amp;p=22771647#p22771647"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>NyanInk <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323077&amp;p=22771581#p22771581"">wrote</a>:</cite>He laughed. ""It kinda does! We spent a lot on shipping, thats for sure."" He looked at her. ""Lets play a game. Find me, and i'll let you get first turn in one of the game rooms. Don't find me, but I find you, you have to buy me lunch."" He smirked as he ran behind a fern and was gone in an instant.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""color: #000000"">Rose sighed, and started walking slowly around the area. ""Why do I have to be so lovable?"" Rose asks herself before laughing. <br/>Rose started walking faster, and looked behind almost everything she came across. <span style=""font-style: italic"">I really don't want to go on a date with a guy that I met less than an hour ago...</span></span></div></blockquote><br/>From somewhere, he said ""It won't be a date, it'll just be me kicking your butt at a game!"" He laughed as he hopped from corner to corner.<span style=""font-style: italic"">This is fun! I wonder if I should tell her i'm psychic...</span>"
11172,A Family of the Stars (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323077&start=50,2014-12-12T12:59:00,Abserdia,"<blockquote><div><cite>NyanInk <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323077&amp;p=22771665#p22771665"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Abserdia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323077&amp;p=22771647#p22771647"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""color: #000000"">Rose sighed, and started walking slowly around the area. ""Why do I have to be so lovable?"" Rose asks herself before laughing. <br/>Rose started walking faster, and looked behind almost everything she came across. <span style=""font-style: italic"">I really don't want to go on a date with a guy that I met less than an hour ago...</span></span></div></blockquote><br/>From somewhere, he said ""It won't be a date, it'll just be me kicking your butt at a game!"" He laughed as he hopped from corner to corner. <span style=""font-style: italic"">This is fun! I wonder if I should tell her i'm psychic...</span></div></blockquote><br/><span style=""color: #000000"">""Wha-?! Why are you reading my mind now?! When I find you, I'm going to LITERALLY kick your butt!"" She said as she started running around.<br/>""My mind is a sacred place that no man should go!"" She screamed.</span>"
11173,A Family of the Stars (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323077&start=50,2014-12-12T13:06:00,NyanInk,"<blockquote><div><cite>Abserdia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323077&amp;p=22771696#p22771696"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>NyanInk <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323077&amp;p=22771665#p22771665"">wrote</a>:</cite>From somewhere, he said ""It won't be a date, it'll just be me kicking your butt at a game!"" He laughed as he hopped from corner to corner. <span style=""font-style: italic"">This is fun! I wonder if I should tell her i'm psychic...</span></div></blockquote><br/><span style=""color: #000000"">""Wha-?! Why are you reading my mind now?! When I find you, I'm going to LITERALLY kick your butt!"" She said as she started running around.<br/>""My mind is a sacred place that no man should go!"" She screamed.</span></div></blockquote><br/>""Relax, its not like I look through it."" He rolled his eyes. He had only minor abilities to keep him in balance. ""And stop screaming, it hurts my ears."" He leaned against the wall."
11174,A Family of the Stars (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323077&start=50,2014-12-12T13:08:00,Abserdia,"<blockquote><div><cite>NyanInk <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323077&amp;p=22771742#p22771742"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Abserdia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323077&amp;p=22771696#p22771696"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""color: #000000"">""Wha-?! Why are you reading my mind now?! When I find you, I'm going to LITERALLY kick your butt!"" She said as she started running around.<br/>""My mind is a sacred place that no man should go!"" She screamed.</span></div></blockquote><br/>""Relax, its not like I look through it."" He rolled his eyes. He had only minor abilities to keep him in balance. ""And stop screaming, it hurts my ears."" He leaned against the wall.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""color: #000000"">Rose started screaming more so she could hear where he is. ""AHHHHHHHH!""<br/>""I'M GOING TO FIND YOU NOW! I SERIOUSLY WANT TO KICK YOU! WHERE ARE YOU?!""</span>"
11175,A Family of the Stars (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323077&start=50,2014-12-12T13:09:00,NyanInk,"<blockquote><div><cite>Abserdia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323077&amp;p=22771754#p22771754"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>NyanInk <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323077&amp;p=22771742#p22771742"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Relax, its not like I look through it."" He rolled his eyes. He had only minor abilities to keep him in balance. ""And stop screaming, it hurts my ears."" He leaned against the wall.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""color: #000000"">Rose started screaming more so she could hear where he is. ""AHHHHHHHH!""<br/>""I'M GOING TO FIND YOU NOW! I SERIOUSLY WANT TO KICK YOU! WHERE ARE YOU?!""</span></div></blockquote><br/>He covered his ears. ""JUST STOP SCREAMING AT ME!!!"" He started back running. ""IT ECHOS REALLY BAD IN HERE, YA KNOW!!!"""
11176,A Family of the Stars (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323077&start=50,2014-12-12T13:40:00,Abserdia,"<blockquote><div><cite>NyanInk <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323077&amp;p=22771767#p22771767"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Abserdia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323077&amp;p=22771754#p22771754"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""color: #000000"">Rose started screaming more so she could hear where he is. ""AHHHHHHHH!""<br/>""I'M GOING TO FIND YOU NOW! I SERIOUSLY WANT TO KICK YOU! WHERE ARE YOU?!""</span></div></blockquote><br/>He covered his ears. ""JUST STOP SCREAMING AT ME!!!"" He started back running. ""IT ECHOS REALLY BAD IN HERE, YA KNOW!!!""</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""color: #000000"">Rose started to follow his scream, and went in his direction. She was always a pretty slow runner, so she was worried about that. ""Fine, I'll stop.<br/>BUT ONLY IF YOU SHOW ME WHERE YOU ARE!"" She screamed.</span>"
11177,A Family of the Stars (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323077&start=50,2014-12-13T08:58:00,Nuridia,"""Hey guys, maybe we should wrap all this up and take it to go."" ""I wonder what the others are doing now, probably living it up now that we're gone and everything."" ""We better make sure that what's left of our house doesn't burst into flames."" Lily joked and then she grew serious. ""If Korin lays one finger on my root beer stash, there'll be hell to pay!"" ""Although I believe that I''ve hidden it well enough."" the redhead said."
11178,A Family of the Stars (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323077&start=50,2014-12-13T10:32:00,Abserdia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nuridia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323077&amp;p=22780670#p22780670"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Hey guys, maybe we should wrap all this up and take it to go."" ""I wonder what the others are doing now, probably living it up now that we're gone and everything."" ""We better make sure that what's left of our house doesn't burst into flames."" Lily joked and then she grew serious. ""If Korin lays one finger on my root beer stash, there'll be hell to pay!"" ""Although I believe that I''ve hidden it well enough."" the redhead said.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""color: #0000BF"">""Okay."" Arken said as he glared at Johannes. ""And I should tell Stella the pink haired guy was flirting with you."" He said, referring to Lily.</span>"
11179,A Family of the Stars (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323077&start=75,2014-12-13T11:30:00,Nuridia,"""Do what you want."" Lily shrugged and then turned to Johannes. ""Hey, thanks for the pancakes!"" she called to him packing the food into to-go boxes and stuffed a last waffle into her mouth before heading to her car with the bags."
11180,A Family of the Stars (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323077&start=75,2014-12-13T14:12:00,Abserdia,"<span style=""color: #0000BF"">""Come on James."" Arken said. ""We're leaving.""<br/>Arken has grown a hatred to Johannes. He thought he was flirting with Lily after he was acting like an idiot when talking to Stella. Arken may have been acting a little too harsh, but he didn't care.</span>"
11181,A Family of the Stars (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323077&start=75,2014-12-13T16:51:00,Lingria,"Johannes was left with a question in his mind '<span style=""font-style: italic"">Why did they think I was flirting with Lily?</span>' but he was interrupted when David spoke up ""Well I've got to go man"" ""Yeah see you tomorrow"" he replied, He walked up to the counter and bought himself a Coffee before stepping outside ""Agh it's too hot out here"" walking towards his Motorcycle he waved at Lily and Jumped on his bike starting it with a rumble and started to pull it back before twisting the thrust and driving home, When he arrived home he slowly open his door and walked inside ""Home,Sweet.Home"" going to his bedroom he opened his coffee and passed out on his bed"
11182,A Family of the Stars (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323077&start=75,2014-12-14T22:49:00,Nuridia,"""Yeesh, calm down Arken."" Lily said, flipping her hair over her shoulder and waiting until both of her brothers were in her car before driving home. She wondered how the other Signs were doing, hopefully their house was still all together."
11183,A Family of the Stars (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323077&start=75,2014-12-15T06:33:00,NyanInk,"<blockquote><div><cite>Abserdia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323077&amp;p=22772013#p22772013"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>NyanInk <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323077&amp;p=22771767#p22771767"">wrote</a>:</cite>He covered his ears. ""JUST STOP SCREAMING AT ME!!!"" He started back running. ""IT ECHOS REALLY BAD IN HERE, YA KNOW!!!""</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""color: #000000"">Rose started to follow his scream, and went in his direction. She was always a pretty slow runner, so she was worried about that. ""Fine, I'll stop.<br/>BUT ONLY IF YOU SHOW ME WHERE YOU ARE!"" She screamed.</span></div></blockquote><br/>""BUT THATS CHEATING!!!"" He was starting to get agitated. Maybe he'd let the girl win after all....NOT. ""YAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA"" He let his voice echo around until<span style=""font-style: italic"">she</span>got a headache. He stood behind a tall palm and waited.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Maybe after this we can get some rootbeer...</span>He smirked."
11184,A Family of the Stars (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323077&start=75,2014-12-15T09:30:00,Abserdia,"<span style=""color: #0000BF"">""Okay... Fine."" Arken said as he got into the car. <span style=""font-style: italic"">But that guy is getting on my nerves...</span></span><br/><br/><span style=""color: #000000"">Rose covered her ears when he screamed, but knew where to go. She started walking slowly, and came to a palm tree.<br/>She didn't know he was there, but she knew he was somewhere there. So she started looking around, and saw Korin hiding behind it.<br/>""I found you! I AM AN AWESOME GODDESS!"" She screamed, and then she started rubbing it in Korin's face. ""OOOHHHH!""</span>"
11185,A Family of the Stars (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323077&start=75,2014-12-15T09:32:00,NyanInk,"<blockquote><div><cite>Abserdia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323077&amp;p=22805334#p22805334"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""color: #0000BF"">""Okay... Fine."" Arken said as he got into the car. <span style=""font-style: italic"">But that guy is getting on my nerves...</span></span><br/><br/><span style=""color: #000000"">Rose covered her ears when he screamed, but knew where to go. She started walking slowly, and came to a palm tree.<br/>She didn't know he was there, but she knew he was somewhere there. So she started looking around, and saw Korin hiding behind it.<br/>""I found you! I AM AN AWESOME GODDESS!"" She screamed, and then she started rubbing it in Korin's face. ""OOOHHHH!""</span></div></blockquote><br/>He smiled as he ran off to the game room. ""I get first dibs on Minecraft!!!""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Pfft someone has a big ego...</span>"
11186,A Family of the Stars (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323077&start=75,2014-12-15T09:35:00,Abserdia,"<blockquote><div><cite>NyanInk <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323077&amp;p=22805349#p22805349"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Abserdia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323077&amp;p=22805334#p22805334"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""color: #0000BF"">""Okay... Fine."" Arken said as he got into the car. <span style=""font-style: italic"">But that guy is getting on my nerves...</span></span><br/><br/><span style=""color: #000000"">Rose covered her ears when he screamed, but knew where to go. She started walking slowly, and came to a palm tree.<br/>She didn't know he was there, but she knew he was somewhere there. So she started looking around, and saw Korin hiding behind it.<br/>""I found you! I AM AN AWESOME GODDESS!"" She screamed, and then she started rubbing it in Korin's face. ""OOOHHHH!""</span></div></blockquote><br/>He smiled as he ran off to the game room. ""I get first dibs on Minecraft!!!"" <span style=""font-style: italic"">Pfft someone has a big ego...</span></div></blockquote><br/><span style=""color: #000000"">""OHHHH!"" She screamed in Korin's ear. ""OOOHHH! Who beat you? I BEAT YOU! OOOHHHH!"" She continued.<br/>She sat down on the couch, and looked like she passed out. ""That was the most intense game of hide and seek I've ever played..."" Rose said.<br/>""I'm going to go to sleep now."" She said shortly before snoring.</span>"
11187,A Family of the Stars (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323077&start=75,2014-12-15T09:37:00,NyanInk,"<blockquote><div><cite>Abserdia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323077&amp;p=22805375#p22805375"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>NyanInk <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323077&amp;p=22805349#p22805349"">wrote</a>:</cite>He smiled as he ran off to the game room. ""I get first dibs on Minecraft!!!"" <span style=""font-style: italic"">Pfft someone has a big ego...</span></div></blockquote><br/>""OHHHH!"" She screamed in Korin's ear. ""OOOHHH! Who beat you? I BEAT YOU! OOOHHHH!"" She continued.<br/>She sat down on the couch, and looked like she passed out. ""That was the most intense game of hide and seek I've ever played..."" Rose said.<br/>""I'm going to go to sleep now."" She said shortly before snoring.</div></blockquote><br/>""Hey! You can't sleep! THINK OF THE CREEPERS!!!"" He walked back to the living room and sat in a bean bag chair with a<span style=""font-style: italic"">Plop!</span>""Hmph...girls..."" He picked up his tablet and continued to play fruit ninja. ""STUPID PINEAPPLES!!!!"""
11188,A Family of the Stars (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323077&start=75,2014-12-15T11:03:00,Nuridia,"Finally after a while they arrived home. Lily parked her car in the garage and went inside the house, first racing to her room and checking to make sure everything was there and that her secret hidden compartment hadn't been disturbed. Satisfied, she fixed everything and heard shouting which could've only been Korin yelling from the game room. She decided to sneak up on him, that was always fun. Lily quietly stepped past the door and into the game room, hiding behind one of the games and then popping out. ""Boo!"" she shouted, laughing."
11189,A Family of the Stars (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323077&start=75,2014-12-15T11:09:00,NyanInk,"""GAHH!! Dammit Lil!"" He put down the Tablet and smirked. ""Welcome home"" He said sarcastically. ""This is Rose."" He said flatly, pointing to the couch."
11190,A Family of the Stars (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323077&start=75,2014-12-15T11:32:00,Nuridia,"Lily saw the sleeping girl on their couch and looked her over before turning to Korin. ""Wait, why are you smirking?"" She raised an arched eyebrow at Korin's off behavior. Well it couldn't have been her root beer, she just checked and everything was there."
11191,A Family of the Stars (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323077&start=75,2014-12-15T11:35:00,NyanInk,"""Smirking? I'm not smirking. OH MY GOD WHATS IN THE FRIDGE?!"" He ran off to the kitchen.<span style=""font-style: italic"">What. The. Hell. Is. Wrong. With. Me.</span>"
11192,A Family of the Stars (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323077&start=75,2014-12-15T11:44:00,Nuridia,"Lil wondered where he was running to, she didn't keep her stash in the kitchen. Unless. Lily ran after Korin and tackled him. ""What is in the kitchen, huh Korin?"" she said, pinnking him down. The beast looked like it had gotten woken up now."
11193,A Family of the Stars (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323077&start=75,2014-12-15T11:45:00,NyanInk,"He growled ""Get off!!! Its nothing!!!"" Truthfully, he had a stash of chocolate as a distraction. ""Grrrrr!!!"""
11194,A Family of the Stars (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323077&start=75,2014-12-15T11:56:00,Abserdia,"<span style=""color: #0000BF"">Arken looked at Korin, and smiled. ""You finally got a girlfriend? Nice job man."" He said.</span><br/><br/><span style=""color: #000000"">Rose woke up from all the screaming, and got up. She yawned and walked over to Lily. ""Are you his girlfriend?"" She asked.</span><br/><br/><span style=""color: #0000BF"">Arken started laughing so much he started crying. ""You still don't have a girlfriend! Hahaha!""</span>"
11195,A Family of the Stars (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323077&start=75,2014-12-15T12:53:00,NyanInk,"Korin groaned. ""Its nicer when you guys are out."" He stood and abandoned the fridge, heading up to his room in the attic. Modern attic, but still cool."
11196,A Family of the Stars (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323077&start=75,2014-12-15T13:01:00,Nuridia,"Lily got off of Korin as he left to leave. She then turned to Rose. ""No, I'm not his girlfriend."" she said lazily before heading upstairs to her own room."
11197,A Family of the Stars (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323077&start=75,2014-12-15T13:26:00,Abserdia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nuridia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323077&amp;p=22807072#p22807072"">wrote</a>:</cite>Lily got off of Korin as he left to leave. She then turned to Rose. ""No, I'm not his girlfriend."" she said lazily before heading upstairs to her own room.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""color: #000000"">""Kay."" Rose said before going back to sleep on the couch.</span><br/><br/><span style=""color: #0000BF"">""Yeah, you're at least a 6."" Arken said as he goes into his room.</span>"
11198,A Family of the Stars (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323077&start=75,2014-12-15T16:44:00,Lingria,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;"">Viktoriya</span></span><br/>Viktoriya found her brother Johannes passed out in his bed ""Aw, He looks so adorable when he sleeps"" she spoke softly as not to wake him, Finding herself to want to jump in the bed with him ""I guess it couldn't hurt"" calmly walking over to his bed she scooted herself into his arms and nearly passed out right then and there '<span style=""font-style: italic"">He's so warm</span>' thinking to herself she felt a nudge against her leg '<span style=""font-style: italic"">How indecent big brother</span>' giggling she closed her eyes and drifted off to sleep"
11199,A Family of the Stars (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323077&start=75,2014-12-17T07:41:00,Abserdia,"<span style=""color: #0000BF"">Arken picks up a ball near his bed and starts playing with it. ""Maybe I was a little harsh on the pink-haired guy..."" Arken said to himself.<br/>""I'll apologize next time I see him. Unless he punches me, or whatever.""</span>"
11200,A Family of the Stars (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323077&start=75,2014-12-17T07:49:00,NyanInk,"Korin was face-down on his bed, the print aimed so it looked like he was being sucked into a black hole.<span style=""font-style: italic"">I'm just gonna lie here forever. Never gonna get up. I don't need to eat....Do I? I mean it seems important...nah...But Minecraft...ohh that will be hard to give up...*Creeper voice* Thatsssssss a very niccccce everything you have there, Korin. Yes it is creeper voice. Yes it is....""</span>He stopped and rolled over, squishing the creeper plushie he had since he was little. ""In your face!!!""<img alt="":P"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_tongue.gif"" title=""Razz""/>(Well, ""little"" being when they moved in a couple days ago.)"
11201,A Family of the Stars (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323077&start=75,2014-12-17T07:51:00,Firsthome,"Stella wandered through the house, exploring. There was some noise earlier, but it was far off.<br/>Yelling, sounded like. She wandered around the labyrinthine house, finding hiding spots, and other rooms. She opened a large door, and found a beautiful ballrooms she began to walk around it, imagining what it would be like to have a party in here"
11202,A Family of the Stars (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323077&start=75,2014-12-17T08:32:00,Kumbhalgarh,"Aries woke up, and sniffed around. He was mad and hungry. He looked in the Mirror and saw a handsome face staring back at him. An urge to go out there and kill someone was overpowering, but Aries controlled his rage. Aries then saw a map of Pennslvania, and he decided where to go next!"
11203,A Family of the Stars (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323077&start=75,2015-01-08T08:20:00,Kirskmonia,"Nell’s nose twitched violently as she felt something poking it and opened her eyes to see the underside of a bush. She realized she had fallen asleep on the steps and rolled off in the bushes. She pushed the branch away with her hand as she laid there and wondered how long she had been asleep. After a few minutes of lying there she finally got up and brushed herself off and went inside to look around. She made her way in to the living room and plopped down. “Aaaa, what the crap?” Nell reached under her and pulled out a controller and looked at it. “Well, may as well see what games there are.” Moments later, she screamed, “ Aaaahahaha, take that you Cheeky #@%* Waffle. That is for stealing my kills, camping spawn and team killing me!”"
11204,The Return: Insurgents (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323124,2014-12-09T16:55:00,Chedastan,"<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322709"" rel=""nofollow"">OOC</a><br/><br/>The January Sun ever so slowly rises higher from the east, it's the morning of January 12th, 2028, Wednesday. Even though the Sun was still low to the sky, on account that it was winter, and seemed a bit dim, what light it did emitted still manages to brighten the entire landscape. Light shined on the Hungarian capital of Budapest, buildings gleamed and shined off light, it was a gorgeous sight. A good number of people now would be just getting up, getting dressed and eating breakfast, readying to go on their daily morning commute. For the most part, it seemed like it was going to be a typical day here, at least for the common citizen. A black van with the insignia of KPH drove through a desolate street. The KPH, or literally translated as the Government Political Authority, was conceived as essentially the secret police of the Hungarian government, seeking to make sure that no domestic threats were to arose in the country, and dealing with those that already had arisen, they had been in fact been informally called the reincarnation of the Stalin era ÁVH. Overnight there had been a large crackdown in several residences and other dwellings, it had been carried out by the KPH, under one of their many secretive purges.<br/><br/>The black van then entered a less visited part of the city, driving past several armed guards clad in combat uniforms and fatigues. Immediately upon entering, one could see many fenced off areas, some of them were streets, buildings, others wide opened spots, a couple of them resembled pens. Several of these places were completely empty, though of course these are only holding areas for temporary occupants that eventually get sent off to elsewhere. These temporary occupants consists of what the Hungarian considers to be undesirable and thus threats, political dissenters, unruly citizens, suspicious Nevidians, asylum seekers, spies, insurgents, partisans, etc. The black van then stopped in front of a holding area that already had several occupants in it, most likely all from the same crackdown last night. A few guards approached the black van, ready to assist in transferring people into the holding area, but were quickly waved off by the KPH agent in the passenger seat. ""Relax, there's only a few in here. We had to take a detour, but hey we're here now."" He said to them nonchalantly, as the back doors of the van flung opened, allowing for two guards to get out, with their arms reaching back into the van to pull out several handcuffed people with black bags over their heads from the it.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>Simon felt the rush of cold air, the doors to the van had opened, his body still ache. He was then pulled out of the van, along with a few other people. He couldn't of course tell how many people he was with exactly of course, as he had a black bag over his head, and none of them were allowed to talk. In fact he couldn't tell where he was exactly either, for all he knew he could still be in Budapest, or in a labor camp, or somewhere else. And it didn't help he was still in a dazed either. All he could recollect from what had happened, was that during the night, while he was sleeping with his wife, Maria, they had been rudely awaken by the KPH breaking into their apartment, who had then preceded to accuse him of being a Slovakian Partisan, even though he hadn't set foot in Slovakia for years, and had been living in Hungary for most of his life, and was working in a office in Budapest, or even was open about his disgruntlement. But Simon could only suspect that they just looked at his last name and his half Slovakian background and said to themselves. ""Well we better get this one too, he seems dangerous.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Fucking typical. </span>Simon thought to himself, as the guards were escorting him. He then recalled the last thing he saw of his wife last night. Before they put the black bag over his head, he saw Maria frantically trying to get to him from across the room, but she was easily held back by an agent, but still her arms were wide out, desperately trying to reach for him, tears were coming down her cheeks, she was screaming his name, ""SIMON! SIMON!"" It was something that would be immortalized forever in Simon's mind. Then the black bag had went over his head, they hit him a few times with a baton, he was handcuffed, and he was dragged out the apartment block, and into a van. Simon hopes they didn't do anything to Maria afterwards, but regardless of that, his essential kidnapping alone must had been very traumatic for her, hell it was for him.<br/><br/>His then heard a caged door opened, and his escorts had him stopped, along with the other few that were in the van with him. They then took the bags off their heads. He immediately recognized from the scenery that they were still in Budapest and it was morning. ""Alright, get into the fucking pen! The transport will arrive soon."" A guard had ordered them, in a aggressive tone. Simon and the others then turned to go into the holding area, the caged door then closed behind them, and another guard opened another cage door in front of them, and quickly closed it behind them as they walk through that one too. Simon then looked around his vicinity, and quickly gathered that they were in a opened fenced in area off the side of a boarded up building. He had known about this place in Budapest, but of course he never thought he would get this in to it. From what more he could gather, several armed guards were standing about outside and patrolling. Escape was completely out of the question for Simon, as it would probably result in only death and not much else. He then began to shiver, he was only in his boxers after all, and it was very clear he wasn't the only one here in undergarments either, as it seems the KPH had caught everyone off guard last night while most of everyone was sleeping, and of course didn't give them time to get dressed. Simon was of course scared for himself and Maria, and parts of his body still ache and were bruised. To think that just only yesterday he was working at his office job, it had already seemed so distant from now, at least by comparison alone. ""Fuck..."" He muttered to himself, instantly seeing his breath in the air. He then looked at the other people he was with in here, he wonders who they were."
11205,The Return: Insurgents (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323124,2014-12-10T12:35:00,Saint Morning,"Mary tried to break free of her restraints, her hands were bound and her head was covered in what appeared to be a plastic bag, she didn't know what the fuck was going on. But if these asshole think they could just kidnap her without any form of resistance they were in a nice surprise.<br/><br/>She didn't even know what these asshole wanted from her. She had been on her way home after she had been abducted by her friends and force to spend the night out on the town with them. She didn't want to go of course, but it wasn't like she had anything else to do so she allowed herself to be dragged out the house, with a somewhat revealing dress and what she thought was glitter on. She didn't participate in their antics however, no she wouldn't screw up her organ systems by drinking alcohol or smoking whatever shit they were inhaling. She actually left 'early' because she couldn't stand them anymore. But she guessed these ass hats were just waiting for her to break free from the ten other people in the group, because the moment she exited the building, they snatch her.<br/><br/>God, she felt like fucking Princess Peach, right now. She kept trying to break free from her restraints, smirking as she remember why they took the extra precaution with her. She could have sworn, when she was being pulled towards the van, a hand gripping her rear, now prior to this, she was taken off guard and was too slow to react, but being groped jolted her back into reality and she slammed her elbow in the guy's stomach. With one person off her, she socked the other in the face, causing him to stumble backwards. Now any sensible person would have made a run for it, but she continued her assault on the man, slamming her foot into the perverts crotch, twice, watching as his hands moved from his stomach to his genital regions. She smirked and then started beating him with the hardest object she could find, her purse. Well her friends purse, but whatever! She was too concentrated on taking this guy down a few pegs that she didn't notice that back up had arrive until she was literally being pinned onto the ground, hand cuffs placed on her and a plastic bag over her head, she screamed profanities as she was dragged into the van.<br/><br/>Mary blinked twice when the plastic bag was remove from her head, a scowl on her face as she glared at all of the soldiers. She heard the man's order and simply stuck out her tongue and said ""Fuck you"" Said, soldier growled and made her way towards her, but he was held back by another soldier.<br/><br/>""What, did I upset you? what are you going to do about it bitch."" She snared, a smirk on her face as she swayed her hips and entered the cell, without waiting for a response. The first thing she did, when she had entered the cell, was distance herself from the rest, finding a nice wall to lean against as she examined her cellmates. She knew she should have brought her pocket knife."
11206,The Return: Insurgents (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323124,2014-12-10T20:18:00,Mincaldenteans,"Situated comfortably in a local cafe, Ja'Ran (Jaren) sipped a hot cup of coffee that was too strong and far too sweet for his liking. He looked out the window as the morning rays of the sun pierced the skies but not enough to affect his vision like it did so many of his kind. For now the rays were gentle, almost calming in its light and as he looked out the window filled with Budapest's residents walking to and fro to their morning routines; it was almost serene. Last night's activities had been less the fortuitous for him and the cell he belonged to. Sweeps were becoming more thorough, or the insurgents were getting too disorganized and sloppy. Already three more Resistance members were found and in a haste to escape the military and local police, their cell had left equipment that would certainly hurt them in the near future.<br/><br/>They would need to be even more careful now, if that were possible. His cell was learning the hard way that trusting other Resistance members was becoming a liability. Leadership roles were often bickered on, egos and arrogance was high and nearly everyone had an axe to grind or something to prove to another that made cooperation difficult on even the simplest of task. Last night operation was supposed to be an easy task: generate a set of fake IDs and debit cards pulled from information from one of Jaren's own cellmate had managed to hack into and use it swindle them -and the banks- out of their accounts. It would have been completed this morning with banks across Budapest finding large accounts bereft of funds, taken out or switched over to other institutions with a laundry list of incriminating activity tagged with it.<br/><br/>It could have worked; nay, it should have worked. It all fell apart within ten minutes with said inflated egos. Not long after, panic had swept through the two cell groups as the military had swooped in with their usual combing of the area. The Op was compromised<span style=""font-style: italic"">before</span>it could even start.<br/><br/>Jaren was convinced someone had betrayed them and he was already doing a mental list of his own cell members to see who was the likely culprit. So far he had nothing and the man had to admit that it was due to a bias he had for his own cell. He knew them for a year; and in that year they had become like a second family to him. Betrayal seemed unlikely no matter how many twisted thoughts he could conjure up. Naturally, Jaren's suspicion laid with the group they met last night and he hardly knew any of them to make an educated guess.<br/><br/>The T.V. on the far end broke Jaren out of his reverie:<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Tensions were high today as local authorities sent yet another round of sweeps through the Nevidian shanties after authorities claimed to have leads on suspected NRM activity in the area. No conclusive of NRM activity could be substantiated but evidence but authorities did confiscate contraband ranging from small personal arms to equipment used to forge fake IDs. Six Nevidians were also arrested this morning after being questioned and a brief struggle.</span><br/><br/>He sighed, sipping on the the too-strong-too-sweet hot coffee. The six he saw were the six from last night. How they were found was anyone guess but it presented a danger onto itself. If coerced, or worse, tortured, they would likely spill information on who else was involved.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">These criminals will be detained for questioning. Under no circumstances will we tolerated use of illegal equipment such as this and if the so called ""NRM"" is involved, rest assured, we will know who else was involved and we will find them!</span><br/><br/>""Naturally,"" he murmured with disdain. Jaren figured he'd have about thirty-six hours before one of detainee cracked. Budapest was a large city but its all pervasive police force made it difficult to go unseen. He had kept his hair in medium length; his jacket was rumpled at the best of times; he'd have to change his look slightly if he was going to walk the streets unhindered.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">In other news today...</span><br/><br/>Finishing the god awful coffee, Jaren placed a few bills on the table and left, stepping out into the streets and breathed the fresh air; it was likely going to be the last time if things didn't go according to plan today."
11207,The Return: Insurgents (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323124,2014-12-11T08:50:00,Jessjohnesik,"It had been a year now in Hungary for Johanna. She has occasionally wondered how much longer will she last going unseen. Although swaying these thoughts as harmful to the stability and assurance of her mind, Johanna well understood that the current situation she is in is far too vanilla. She has theorised that, given her current position of friendliness with more than a handful of important politicians and businessmen, someone from the government may just be already spying on her. For now, at least, merely checking her life and whether she is or could be a threat. Johanna in return has made absolutely no reason for a possible spy to believe this. Her daily routine has been mapped out so as to appear a normal citizen while also diversified so as to appear even more regular by not making the routine a severely over-organised, too perfect one.<br/><br/>Whether Johanna would live to see the results of her work was another question. A likely answer would be that she won't, possibly committing suicide so as to not reveal her ties with the EU, or perhaps being executed by the Hungarian government. Yet even given these rather tragic facts, Johanna shan't end her work. The visions of a horrible Third World War could only haunt her. As did Einstein's words that should the Third World War occur, the fourth one will fought with sticks and stones. In that scenario, Johanna wouldn't be the only one to die. Given France's, a nuclear weapon state, fascist government, it would be impossible to win a war with the country by invading it. Should the EU attempt this, it will be eradicated from the face of the earth. The UK, rather England, has a better chance of attempting an attack, due to France's possible fears that it would be annihilated as well. Although chances are the EU won't be nuked. Other nations likely won't respond with<span style=""font-style: italic"">much</span>endorsement. But England has no capability to attack either, given its ruinous state, particularly the walled off<span style=""font-style: italic"">country</span>of 12 million- London. In fact just thinking about a nuclear war is bullshit, no country would be insane enough to attempt it no matter the government. Johanna quickly forgot the silly idea.<br/><br/>Continuing her walk in the one of Budapest's largest parks, Johanna couldn't do much more but continue to dwell with her thoughts, primarily planning while also somewhat irrelevant thoughts, the latter of which she could only afford at these walks. Unfortunately, the walk has to end. Johanna immediately changes her path to the nearest cheap restaurant. Tomorrow she'd have to do a very risky action."
11208,The Return: Insurgents (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323124,2014-12-12T22:33:00,Chedastan,"She looked through the telescopic scope of her AK-63, scanning the road for any threat, but she didn't see anything there or coming up, for now. They were positioned at one of the tree lines by the road, staying in cover until the coast was clear, which it seems to be looking up to be. This group of course was the Neviduslifer. The insurgent group was made exclusively of Nevidians, unsurprising given that their ideology is Nevidian supremacy, and thus they have a aversion towards cooperating, collaborating, or even associating with humans if it could be helped, no matter who they are. Obviously that rule in it of itself had caused a lot of drawbacks to Neviduslifer, but it also doesn't help that the group had on several occasions partaken in committing unwarranted acts of violence on human civilians, it's at a result of this that the group had been referred to as being nothing more than a mere terrorist and hate group by even other insurgencies. And that had certainly damaged recruitment for the group.<br/><br/>Lelvia lowered her rifle, she then looked over her shoulder to look at their cell's leader, Ser'Ris. ""I see nothing."" She said in a whisper in her Del'sith dialect to him. Earlier in the morning they had been busy evading the Hungarian government after their plan had failed last night back in Budapest. The plan was very simple, set up explosives at a substation or two inside the city, then set them off and leave. The idea was simply to disrupt daily life to a lot of people in the city, even if it was temporarily, but more importantly to take away their peace of mind, and to remind them that resistance is very well here in Hungary. Lelvia herself was of course amazed that the plan went as bad as it did. First the explosives couldn't be set up due to sweeps occurring near to where they were, and then they had spotted members of the NRM, which unsurprisingly led to further complications, and then before they knew it, several of their own members had been captured, and they are now outside Budapest after only just had evaded the Hungarian government. ""Good, then we should wait here to see if our captured men will be transported on this road, and we'll rescue them if we can."" Ser'Ris said to them all in his Del'sith dialect(Given that they were all from Del'sith, it would only make sense that they would just speak their own dialect to each other). Ser'Ris knew about this road being used for transporting dissidents and insurgents to elsewhere, given that he had ambushed transports on these sorts of routes.<br/><br/>Lelvia simply nodded in confirmation to the plan, though she was getting annoyed at Ser'Ris's leadership in the cell, as it seems the cell always ends up losing someone because of his plans. And Lelvia can't help but wonder the actual effectiveness in some of them. In fact she wonders from time to time if she should still be in Neviduslifer, given their problematic ideology that she doesn't necessarily believe wholly, it was clear to her at least that she had joined for the wrong reasons. But then she is reminded on what had happened on that day and afterwards, and what she had done, that she realizes she is stuck with them. What's left of the cell then silently waits for anything to come up the desolate road.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>On a lot of the streets in Budapest, they were surveillance cameras on seemingly every street corner, scanning for threats to the Hungarian government. A camera turned to look in Jaren's direction, then slowly turned in to a different direction. One has no way of knowing if the camera had spotted them suspicious or not, though seeing several policemen or KPH agents running towards you soon afterwards is probably a good indicator. Instead several men wearing pro-government armbands ran past Jaren. ""GET THE FUCKING FREAK!"" One of them shouted as they ran. These seemed to be militia men of sorts, and it looks like they're gathering in the middle of the sidewalk. If one were to look a little further they would see that they were circling around a bloodied Nevidian man who had already had his cloths torn off, and a few of the militia men were punching and kicking at him. ""PLEASE STOP!"" He begged them, though it seemed to only aggravate the militia men more. Not one of the bystanders outside of the militia mob circle seemed to want to put an end to the vicious hate crime that was happening in front of them, either because they couldn't, or simply because they don't care. The Nevidian man is as good as dead if the barbaric beating isn't put to an end.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>""So... Cold..."" Simon muttered to himself again, shivering a bit. It didn't help he was still restrained and he couldn't even wrap his arms around his body, and that he was still only in his boxers.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Surely they wouldn't let me die out here before they get me to the transport, right?</span>Simon thought to himself, already worrying about the possibly of hypothermia. Really only a few minutes had passed since he got here, though it already felt like awhile to him. He looked around again, and had noticed that a woman had distanced herself from the rest of them.<span style=""font-style: italic"">What's her deal?</span>Simon then approached her, curious and wanting to pass the time by maybe talking to someone. ""So what's your deal, I guess?"" He asked her."
11209,The Return: Insurgents (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323124,2014-12-14T10:23:00,Saint Morning,"<blockquote><div><cite>Chedastan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323124&amp;p=22777742#p22777742"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""So... Cold..."" Simon muttered to himself again, shivering a bit. It didn't help he was still restrained and he couldn't even wrap his arms around his body, and that he was still only in his boxers. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Surely they wouldn't let me die out here before they get me to the transport, right?</span> Simon thought to himself, already worrying about the possibly of hypothermia. Really only a few minutes had passed since he got here, though it already felt like awhile to him. He looked around again, and had noticed that a woman had distanced herself from the rest of them. <span style=""font-style: italic"">What's her deal?</span> Simon then approached her, curious and wanting to pass the time by maybe talking to someone. ""So what's your deal, I guess?"" He asked her.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Mary gave the newcomer a withering glance, as he approached her. She wasn't in the mood to talk to anyone right now, who would? She was fucking kidnapped not too long ago, after all. She raised her brow at him after he asked what was her deal and she fought the urge to strangle the guy.<br/><br/>""Well I was kidnapped, handcuffed and stuffed into the back of a hot, stuffy van with several other people."" She simply said to him, averting her gaze. ""SO i'm sorry if I'm not in the mood to be huddled around the rest of you"""
11210,The Return: Insurgents (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323124,2014-12-16T00:06:00,Mincaldenteans,"<blockquote><div><cite>Chedastan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323124&amp;p=22777742#p22777742"">wrote</a>:</cite>On a lot of the streets in Budapest, they were surveillance cameras on seemingly every street corner, scanning for threats to the Hungarian government. A camera turned to look in Jaren's direction, then slowly turned in to a different direction. One has no way of knowing if the camera had spotted them suspicious or not, though seeing several policemen or KPH agents running towards you soon afterwards is probably a good indicator. Instead several men wearing pro-government armbands ran past Jaren. ""GET THE FUCKING FREAK!"" One of them shouted as they ran. These seemed to be militia men of sorts, and it looks like they're gathering in the middle of the sidewalk. If one were to look a little further they would see that they were circling around a bloodied Nevidian man who had already had his cloths torn off, and a few of the militia men were punching and kicking at him. ""PLEASE STOP!"" He begged them, though it seemed to only aggravate the militia men more. Not one of the bystanders outside of the militia mob circle seemed to want to put an end to the vicious hate crime that was happening in front of them, either because they couldn't, or simply because they don't care. The Nevidian man is as good as dead if the barbaric beating isn't put to an end.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Shit. I don't have time for this...</span><br/><br/>Jaren stood conflicted, like so many around him that did the same. Did they intervene at the excessive force they were inflicting upon the poor man or did they avoid and stay put (as the government had clearly warned them to do so). The Nevidian was defenseless and as they hauled him to an alleyway, the crowd seemed mollified by it, content in knowing they didn't have to actively see such violence in the streets when they could just idly pass by, pretending to never seeing it. It made Jaren sick as they hauled him to a rather large alleyway, the rebel followed at a good pace away. Apparently they were content to just dragging the Nevidian, the man's feet dragged against the rough surface and he was thrown against the wall, crumpling onto the ground as his abusers prepared to unleash their hatred upon the defenseless man.<br/><br/>One of them took out a baton and raised it high, his comrades gloating and urging him to follow through his assault. Jaren stepped in. The Nevidian wasn't the most experienced fighter, but he had learned a few tricks from human friendlies that had so far gotten him out of fights relatively unscathed. Grabbing the weapon, Jaren twisted it violently on its opposing side, snapping the man's wrists and using the surprise to jam the butt of the baton into the man's throat, ripping it for the man's grasp a moment later. He swung it a wide arc, catching another assailant at the arm just before being kicked at the back of the knee, causing Jaren to collapse. He struggled to gain his footing and was caught with a kick to the ribs, the air knocked out of him. His grip on the baton was flimsy at best, but Jaren regained some of his control and swung the weapon at his attacker, taking the man right at the side of his kneecaps. The guy collapsed, howling in agony while his other two comrades struggled to their feet. The least injured of them all was reaching for something and Jaren quickly got to his feet, rushing the man and slamming him against the wall, knocking the walkie-talkie from his grasp.<br/><br/>""Get of here!"" Jaren shouted at the Nevidian who laid crumpled and whimpering in fear."
11211,The Return: Insurgents (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323124,2014-12-17T19:54:00,Chedastan,"Opening his now swollen and bloodied eyes, the Nevidian man quickly noticed he didn't received another blow to his head as he had expected, instead he saw that a man had stepped in to help him from his vicious attackers and was trying to fight them off. He was surprised, but thankful that anyone would step in at all. Though he could only assume the act was meant to just give him time to escape, as it seemed his attackers were going to quickly overwhelm his savior. ""Get out of here!"" His savior had shouted to him, thus helping to prove his assumptions that he was meant to leave right away. Seeing that there was an opening at the other end of the alleyway to get onto the next street, he fought his fears and injuries, and quickly limped his way there. Upon getting there, he quickly made his way across the street, he knew he needed a place to hide for awhile. He wished he could have thanked that man for rescuing him, and for bringing some faith back that the world still has some good left in this world. A fresh tear had ran down his still bloodied cheek.<br/><br/>Unfortunately Jaren's act of heroism had led him to a problematic situation. As one of the militia men from behind him had gotten his taser out, and preceded to shock Jaren with tens of thousands of volts. Then two more militia men appeared from outside the alleyway and charged at Jaren and quickly tackled him to the ground and handcuffed him. Then the other militia men regained their stance and then preceded to all stamp on Jaren with their boots, until they had essentially had beaten the shit out of him. After they had excessively subdued him and quickly gathered that he was a Nevidian, they put a black bag over his head, and radioed in to report to the KPH of their incident. ""Yeah 3-4, we got a pale fucker here that was trying to play hero for another pale fucker. The other fucker had slipped by though, but it couldn't had gone too far... Yeah, uh huh... Got it."" The militia man then turned to the rest of his men. ""They're sending a van over to pick up this fucker."" He said to them. In which in no time a KPH van had stopped by the alleyway's entrance, and had it's doors flung open, letting out a few agents. As they dragged Jaren into the van, one of the agents had congratulated the militia men for their valiant efforts and said they'll be rewarded. The van doors then close, and it preceded to drive off to the holding areas.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">I should had expected that.</span>Simon thought to himself after realizing how stupid it was to ask such a question in a place like this. He could only suspect the cold might had been already been getting to him, that or the fact that he hadn't eaten breakfast at all and was starting to get hungry. ""Sorry, I'll leave you be."" He simply said to the woman, and promptly walked away. He then saw that a few people were quietly huddling close together for warmth, these were mostly the people like Simon that didn't have much in the way of warm clothing. Seeing no other options in gaining warmth from what he could tell, and not wanting to potentially freeze to death, he decided he needed to join one of these groups. Of course he felt a bit awkward about it naturally, but for him being his more practical self, this only made sense to do.<br/><br/>Simon then approach one of the groups that was closest to him. He didn't noticed right away that the group he was heading towards were exclusively Nevidians. Upon getting close and ready to ask if he could join, a Nevidian woman in the group then turned to look at him and preceded to glare at him. ""Fuck off ape, Nevidians only!"" She said to him in an hostile tone. Simon then took a step back. He saw that the other Nevidians in the group had then turned their heads to look at him with similar expressions. Quickly realizing he was unwelcomed by that group, he walked over to the next group, which was mostly filled with Nevidians, but with a few humans included. In fact he quickly noticed that someone from this group was calling him over. ""Hey buddy! Get over here!"" A Nevidian man had called him.<br/><br/>Seeing as how this group was seemingly more welcoming, Simon was even more inclined to go over. Then the woman that had glared at him from the previous group then called over the Nevidian man that was calling over Simon. ""Oh typical NRM recruitment I see? Just let any damn ape join in, sure, that's a great idea!"" She said with clear sarcasm. ""Oh shut up! At least we aren't fucking hypocrites, huh! Neviduslifer!"" He responded back to her with sass. To which she then look at him with disgust. Simon actually chuckled a bit from the exchange. He approached the group and they opened up a bit to let him in. Simon certainly did feel much warmer. The Nevidian who had called him over then looked at him and said. ""Yeah those guys over there aren't exactly friendly to humans, but welcome friend, we're-"" He stopped, upon noticing that another black van was coming up to presumably drop off more people."
11212,The Return: Insurgents (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323124,2014-12-19T21:43:00,Altito Asmoro,"This day lately, he's never been sadder than before.<br/><br/>Andras Oslo. He's in his apartment, right now. Separated from his family and keeping a gun in his chair as he sat and watched the news. Lately Nevidians always tried to looked hurtful and pretended that they are hurt and needs help. But they're not. They're just some lazy bastards who sucks on the Human's welfare society and needs to be cleansed. Or rather buried alive. He can't do that, sure by now. His high school had been closed for a week now with an incident regarding those lazy bastards and their own kin, the Hungarians. Now he knows for sure that he can do anything to them, especially with the support of the group he is now."
11213,The Return: Insurgents (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323124,2014-12-20T12:32:00,Mincaldenteans,"<blockquote><div><cite>Chedastan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323124&amp;p=22833279#p22833279"">wrote</a>:</cite><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Opening his now swollen and bloodied eyes, the Nevidian man quickly noticed he didn't received another blow to his head as he had expected, instead he saw that a man had stepped in to help him from his vicious attackers and was trying to fight them off. He was surprised, but thankful that anyone would step in at all. Though he could only assume the act was meant to just give him time to escape, as it seemed his attackers were going to quickly overwhelm his savior. ""Get out of here!"" His savior had shouted to him, thus helping to prove his assumptions that he was meant to leave right away. Seeing that there was an opening at the other end of the alleyway to get onto the next street, he fought his fears and injuries, and quickly limped his way there. Upon getting there, he quickly made his way across the street, he knew he needed a place to hide for awhile. He wished he could have thanked that man for rescuing him, and for bringing some faith back that the world still has some good left in this world. A fresh tear had ran down his still bloodied cheek. <br/><br/>Unfortunately Jaren's act of heroism had led him to a problematic situation. As one of the militia men from behind him had gotten his taser out, and preceded to shock Jaren with tens of thousands of volts. Then two more militia men appeared from outside the alleyway and charged at Jaren and quickly tackled him to the ground and handcuffed him. Then the other militia men regained their stance and then preceded to all stamp on Jaren with their boots, until they had essentially had beaten the shit out of him. After they had excessively subdued him and quickly gathered that he was a Nevidian, they put a black bag over his head, and radioed in to report to the KPH of their incident. ""Yeah 3-4, we got a pale fucker here that was trying to play hero for another pale fucker. The other fucker had slipped by though, but it couldn't had gone too far... Yeah, uh huh... Got it."" The militia man then turned to the rest of his men. ""They're sending a van over to pick up this fucker."" He said to them. In which in no time a KPH van had stopped by the alleyway's entrance, and had it's doors flung open, letting out a few agents. As they dragged Jaren into the van, one of the agents had congratulated the militia men for their valiant efforts and said they'll be rewarded. The van doors then close, and it preceded to drive off to the holding areas.</div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/><br/>Not good, not good.<br/><br/>There was no way to warn his cell mates, no way to alert them of his disappearance. Of course, by him being absent alone would be enough to raise alarms and trigger them into action. He was their de facto lieutenant or second-in-command of the cell. While he was still learning the ropes of leadership, he was also the only one with enough experience to be in that position. The other three in their cell relied heavily on his words whenever the cell leader wasn't available; Jaren being apprehended was sure to propel them into action and hopefully not a foolish one at that.<br/><br/>The bag over him stank of sweat and dust. He could hear his captives speaking as though they had done a good day's job. Some part of him sort of agreed, in hindsight, he shouldn't have gotten involved. There was a larger goal to work for and Jaren inwardly cursed that he let his emotions get in the way of the objective. Incidents like these were common and frequent; no matter how much it made him angry, he should have known better than to get involved.<br/><br/>""Dammit,"" he muttered under his breath.<br/><br/>""Shut that mouth of yours or we'll break your ribs for good measure,"" came the threat immediately after.<br/><br/>Jaren stifled a lewd response that involved the man's genitals. Within moment after the threat came the sound of a rumbling engine and the shriek of brakes followed by a loaded huff, as though the vehicle was exerting energy just to stop. He felt hands upon his sore, battered, body and was thrown into the truck where two more sets of hands hauled him up and forcibly sat him down.<br/><br/>""Picked the wrong day to get caught ghost. But from what I hear you're not exactly that are you? Trying to be like one of us? Can't blame you for the effort. Then you get into business not your own, stupid move, ghost, stupid move.""<br/><br/>Jaren couldn't agree more."
11214,The Return: Insurgents (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323124,2014-12-25T09:28:00,Altito Asmoro,"<span style=""font-style: italic"">Dragging them, dragging them<br/>Dragging them to the death<br/>Dragging them, dragging them <br/>Dragging them to the death</span><br/><br/>Humming a known song,<span style=""font-style: italic"">Go to Sleep</span>, while in the unknown place, which is the place where the pro-Militarists stayed, or at least one of those places. There, there are those...those filthy scums, the loitering seekers of asylum, the non-Hungarians. They all screamed, begging for live, for the life of themselves. Bastards.<br/><br/>""Here, here! These asylum seekers! They are like them, the Nevidians! They took our food, our water, our money, our education, everything! Now, this is the time for them to pay! They think they can go everywhere they like here, but no more, for they will die! TONIGHT!""<br/><br/>Roared, all of the men and women of the followers went crazy and butchered those who feast on their wealth. Andras Oslo is one of them."
11215,The Return: Insurgents (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323124,2014-12-25T10:51:00,Jessjohnesik,"Johanna was at home, reading through various files on her computer, from known Hungarian military installations, to proposed ones, to government officials' profiles and possible allies in Budapest. The economy of Hungary has been booming for about three years now, it's growth being abnormally high and quite dangerous. Following the breakup of the EU and the toppling of Hungary's former democratic government(which happened without too much bloodshed), Hungary had more than doubled its territory and population. The oppressive dictatorship was getting more hostile by the hour and planning on annexation of more territories, having been based on a mix of nationalist and communist ideals, now being able to be effectively compared to Nazi Germany, but more capitalist and with less nations disapproving of its actions.<br/><br/>Johanna carefully analysed the information, while getting newer info as she went. It appeared there was yet another massacre of Nevidians and non-Hungarian nationals by a Pro Militarist group. She had found some possible people to work with, one of whom was apparently in jail. She will have to search more, eventually hacking into private emails and sites using her partners back in Germany. Her apartment was well technologically masked and Johanna managed to handle everything with care, so chances she would get caught were almost zero."
11216,The Return: Insurgents (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323124,2015-01-01T11:00:00,Chedastan,"The sun had risen just enough for its light to pierced through the tree lines, making it very bright in spots. Naturally this causes Lelvia and her cell mates to put on their more sunlight protective eye wear. Lelvia had put on the aviators that she had found in a broken into shop a little more than a year ago, it was during one of the only attempted Nevidian Rights protests actually, unsurprisingly it ended horribly for the protesters. One of her cell mates had pulled out their radio to listen in on the news as they waited. Though it seemed to be only of international news stories instead of more local ones broadcasting at the moment.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Details on the recent quarantine on Glasgow still haven't been released yet by GEE. But travel in or out of the city is still effectively banned and enforced, and civilians inside are advised by GEE to remain calm at this time and get checked for the ""Nevidian Flu."" Though many are skeptical about current events going on in Glasgow, and some are even doubting GEE's sincerity on the ""Nevidian Flu,"" and outright stating it to be a fabrication and hoax created by them. Whether these theories are actually true or not, we don't know at this time. Now on to sports...</span><br/><br/>They had been hearing a lot about GEE recently, especially with what's been going on in Glasgow. Of course they couldn't really think or care about them much at the moment, given they had their own very important problems to attend to, and the fact they're not in Hungary. In fact it seemed that with their insurgency, a lot of things going on in the world had became completely irrelevant to them, and thus making their world seem rather small in a way. Lelvia opened her backpack up to get the book she was leisurely reading out, she had found this in an abandoned cabin with a dead hermit inside not too long ago. She quite enjoyed the book, and could see why a person living in the middle of the woods to possibly try and avoid the Hungarian government would have it. One of her newer cell mates who didn't quite understood human writing in general looked at her book with confusion and disgust, her cell mates in general tended to have a aversion towards human literature too, given Neviduslifer's taboo towards anything human related, with the exception being weapons and vehicles and some devices.<br/><br/>""I don't get it, why are you reading that shit? And I don't think that even has a proper title on the cover even, I mean I think those are numbers and not even letters!"" The newer cell mate had finally spoken up to Lelvia, clearly showing his confusion and disgust. Lelvia lowered her book, and looked at him with an eyebrow raised. ""Okay think of it like this, we could learn about our oppressors with this sort of literature, and thus come to understanding them better so that we could come to destroying them. And from what's in this book, there's actually some pretty relevant stuff in it, well relevant to our situation in Hungary at least."" Lelvia said to him, hoping he understood, but doubted that he actually did. As then proven by his still disgust and confused look, which he then looked away in a huff to do other things. ""Ser'Ris probably isn't gonna like that too much."" He then warned her. Though Lelvia had already returned to reading her book to even care about the warning.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>A unmarked white car with dark tinted windows was parked across the street from Johanna's home, it had parked there much earlier in the morning and had since been seemingly inactive, one could only assume the owner must had left it there to only come back later in the day. Johanna would then hear that her home phone was ringing, but it then quickly went straight into voice mail.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Hello, this is the phone company calling to remind you that your bill is overdue and will need to be payed. Services will end at noon, January 12th, if not payed in time. You can pay for your bill at one of our offices, or online at our website."" </span>The computerized voice said over the home phone.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>After a few minutes, the van then stopped. ""Looks like this is where you get off now, ghost."" The driver said to Jaren, chuckling a bit after saying it. The doors to the van then flung opened, and Jaren found himself being dragged out of the van and feeling a rush of cold air. He was then suddenly kicked to the ground, and his cloths were then violently torn from him by the guards, most likely for extra measure and humiliation by them. ""I hope you fucking freeze in there, ghosty lil' bitch!"" One of them yelled at him aggressively, and preceded to kick him once again. The guards then made him stand up, and more then dragged him than escorted him to one of the holding areas. After a couple steps and a gate opening and closing, they took the bag off his head, and basically threw him into the holding area, and closed the gate behind him. ""The transport will arrive soon, so that it can take away all you miserable bastards and whores!"" The same guard that called Jaren a ""lil' bitch"" told them all. In the holding area, Jaren will find that several groups were huddling together for warmth, including several of his own fellow members of the NRM, and a few members of Neviduslifer as well, both of which had of course formed their own huddling groups. Then there were the few people by themselves scattered about in the holding area."
11217,The Return: Insurgents (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323124,2015-01-28T05:28:00,Altito Asmoro,"More and more Asylum seekers are being imprisoned in a warehouse, not given any food but given a minimal amounts of water. There are many volunteers happened to watched them carefully. It appears that these volunteers are armed with military-grade weapons, or just civilian-made weapons, which are AKs made with cheap and/or recycled materials. Where they got the materials are questions, as well. It seems, that these movement is being supported and provided with materials and weapons from strong and rich organization, suspected of being in the military.<br/><br/>These men and women are currently watching the streets and surroundings, as reports had been mentioned within the movement's network of information that there are few agents from outside European countries that watching the warehouse, and possibly of planning a break-out from the warehouse. Andras Oslo, is one of the captains ordered to led the men and women. He's currently in his office inside the warehouse, torturing a Nevidian man. Screams could be heard from inside into the ears of the asylum seekers and few Nevidians holed inside the warehouse."
11218,The Return: Insurgents (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323124,2015-02-05T18:29:00,Nulvelith,"<span style=""font-style: italic"">...and the itsy bitsy spider, went up the spout again...</span>Nul wasn't particularly fond of the rhymes and songs the surface-worlders had. They held no real meaning in her eyes. Children sang happy sounding songs senselessly while they ran around in the streets, completely unaware that if they were to turn a few more corners, they would find somebody getting hurt or killed, or somebody else who was on the verge of breaking completely. That particular rhyme annoyed her the most, however, because Nul often found herself clambering around in the stinking, filthy tunnels they called sewers. Sometimes it was the only safe place to be, but never was it as pleasant as that song sounded.<br/><br/>Then there were the brats like herself, lost and alone along with all the other refugees and castoffs of society. Whenever they got together to ""play"", it inevitably turned into a mess, and inevitably attracted the attention of people with big guns, full stomachs, and empty heads. The only song Nul ever heard them sing was one of pain as they died.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Somehow... their screams sound reassuring.</span><br/><br/>Nul was musing over pointless thoughts as a fat man with a shotgun handed her a wad of money. It wasn't nearly enough, but Nul wasn't about to complain.<br/><br/>The fat man spit at the ground as a pair of less rotund fellows dragged a group of pale-skinned, emaciated kids out of a hole in the ruins of some old apartment building. ""Disgusting, aren't they?"" He laughed, and jiggled as he did so. When Nul looked at him, all she saw was a giant slug on stubby legs. She shrugged in answer, but beneath her balaclava was a mouth tightening into a scowl.<br/><br/>One of the kids saw Nul, and stopped screaming incoherently. The raw shrieks turned to cries of ""Traitor!"" and other, more profane things. The fat man laughed some more, and one of the goons punched the kid in the face hard enough to send teeth flying. The shock of the blow silenced him, and suddenly the evening was a lot quieter.<br/><br/>""Well, what have you got to say for yourself, 'traitor'?"" the fat man was nearly giggling. Nul did not want to imagine what exactly his plans were for them. She just wanted to make sure that she didn't end up on that end of those plans.<br/><br/>Nul shrugged again, then answered in a soft voice that still sounded like the sickly child she used to be. ""I told them they can't trust anybody. Especially in a city like this.""<br/><br/>""Ha! True enough, I suppose. Don't worry, though. My friends will take good care of 'em. Give 'em a meal every day, a place to sleep, and... people to sleep with. Heh."" Nul chose that moment to run, breaking into a sprint and diving around the street corner. Sure enough, there was a yell from the goons and the sound of heavy footsteps running after her. Nul led them through a handful of alleys, then suddenly dropped into a hole with a splash. The sewer grate was held up by a piece of scrap pipe, with a bit of rope tied to it. Nul jumped back to her feet, ignoring the bruises from the fall, and pulled on the rope as hard as she could. An instant later the cover slammed down, sealing her in. The pipe was stuck under the edge, though, so all her pursuers had to do was pry it back open. That was no easy task, but hard labor was something goons were good at, so Nul started running again.<br/><br/>The expression on the face of the kid who had recognized her was stuck in Nul's mind as she ran. Nul had met the punk while stealing from a convenience store, and had ended up joining the gang. ""You're one of us,"" he'd said with a smile, pointing to the pale skin of her hands. Nul had pulled the long sleeves of her hoodie to cover them up, and told him he needed to stop trusting strangers. Nul had said it again, when more brats had joined up, but he'd just smiled.<span style=""font-style: italic"">He should know better now, at least.</span><br/><br/>Nul shook the image out of her head and slowed down to catch her breath. Noone had followed her into the sewers, apparently, but there were others who lived here, and they didn't appreciate getting run over or splashed on. Nul reached into a pocket and fingered the money, counting out the paper bills. It was enough to eat for a few more weeks, but that was it.<span style=""font-style: italic"">After this... there's that neighborhood, where the slug lives. I'll poke around there.</span>After another hour or so, Nul grew tired of trekking through sludge and found an alcove that was really just a smaller pipe, for when the main ones flooded. It was dryer, and already sporting the heat of several sleeping bodies. Wordlessly, Nul climbed in and squished herself into the pile, making sure one hand was on her money and the other hand was on her knife. She fell asleep quickly, into a pleasant, dreamless sleep."
11219,The Return: Insurgents (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323124,2015-02-14T10:24:00,Chedastan,"The idea of squatters living in any of Hungary's sewers, has always been seen as yet another annoyance the Hungarian government has to deal with. Usually the squatters that live and sleep in the sewers were seen generally as nothing more than mere pests, and clearly not anywhere near to actual people. As such, ""clean up"" jobs are preformed almost nearly everyday in the cities and major towns, to literally get rid of them through any means felt necessary, usually cruel and inhuman ones. In this particular instance, the section of the sewer system where Nul was sleeping in, was scheduled for an random purge this morning.<br/><br/>On the surface, several soldiers and maintenance workers with trucks with large gas tanks on them, were filling the section of the sewers with an odorless, and flammable gas. Of course this gas was developed with it being fail proofed in mind, as the gas doesn't light up to any ordinary flame, one would need a specific sort of lighter to cause to gas to light up. And the use of the gas itself was originally thought up as to also clean the sewers of the usual filth, and allow for better conditions for maintenance, alongside sadistically burning alive any undesirable who had dared to simply be in it, which would essentially kill two birds with one stone.<br/><br/>Once they were done with filling the section up with what gas they have, they would soon sealed the manholes up with their covers. But not before dropping an remote lighter down into the sewers. And of course they would had shot anyone that tried to leave it. ""Come on, let's fry these ghost fuckers now!"" The soldier with the detonator said to his men, right before he pressed the button to the lighter. Instantly causing an almost purple spark to light at the bottom of the sewers where the remote lighter was dropped. Immediately causing a massive scorching hot fireball to be created. Which soon expanded and made it's way though the section of the city's sewer system, going through tunnel to tunnel, making quickly advancing walls of fire. The first victim was an unfortunate Nevidian youth, who was instantly charred to death before she even knew it. As more and more were burned alive as the fire advanced, it soon reached the area where Nul had been sleeping in the pile. Though soon before that, a man from the tunnel ahead had let off a scream. ""Run for it! FIRE! FIRE!"" Before he was consumed by the wall of fire himself and died.<br/><br/>A few people had heard it, and then tried desperately to leave the sewers to save themselves, but found that their closest exit had been sealed shut and couldn't be budged. Of course one has said there is a way to survive any deadly situation, you just have to find it quick, and do what is necessary to survive. Nul has a few seconds before the flames reaches her and the pile.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>Naturally tensions will be high in the warehouse, between the asylum seekers and militiamen. Given the ""living"" conditions the asylum seekers were provided. Obviously a lot of them weren't contempt to continue to live like this. As for most of them, they've been running for their lives and safety, and been trying to escape for better conditions for too long. The screams from the torture Nevidian man only unnerved them more. ""STOP! STOP! PLEASE!"" The Nevidian man screamed some more. It may as well had been reaching a turning point for most of the asylum seekers, that were ready for an outright riot. One very muscular and bearded man in particular was really getting fed up with it all. One could only assuming he was a heavy weightlifter before all this, and probably lost everything to his name.<br/><br/>Then finally, he had reached the point of complete rage. He stood up, and quickly charged a guarding militiaman. The militiaman had no time to react, before he was hurled and thrown through one of the cheap walls of the warehouse's office. Completely bursting through it and getting his back and several other bones broken in the process, he soon lost conscious. The muscular man then gave out a roar of defiance in his native tongue, his actions then quickly inspired almost every asylum seeker to incite a full on riot in the warehouse. This will not go over well for Andras, when the government hears the report."
11220,The Return: Insurgents (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323124,2015-02-14T13:15:00,Nulvelith,"<blockquote><div><cite>Chedastan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323124&amp;p=23513319#p23513319"">wrote</a>:</cite>The idea of squatters living in any of Hungary's sewers, has always been seen as yet another annoyance the Hungarian government has to deal with. Usually the squatters that live and sleep in the sewers were seen generally as nothing more than mere pests, and clearly not anywhere near to actual people. As such, ""clean up"" jobs are preformed almost nearly everyday in the cities and major towns, to literally get rid of them through any means felt necessary, usually cruel and inhuman ones. In this particular instance, the section of the sewer system where Nul was sleeping in, was scheduled for an random purge this morning.<br/><br/>On the surface, several soldiers and maintenance workers with trucks with large gas tanks on them, were filling the section of the sewers with an odorless, and flammable gas. Of course this gas was developed with it being fail proofed in mind, as the gas doesn't light up to any ordinary flame, one would need a specific sort of lighter to cause to gas to light up. And the use of the gas itself was originally thought up as to also clean the sewers of the usual filth, and allow for better conditions for maintenance, alongside sadistically burning alive any undesirable who had dared to simply be in it, which would essentially kill two birds with one stone. <br/><br/>Once they were done with filling the section up with what gas they have, they would soon sealed the manholes up with their covers. But not before dropping an remote lighter down into the sewers. And of course they would had shot anyone that tried to leave it. ""Come on, let's fry these ghost fuckers now!"" The soldier with the detonator said to his men, right before he pressed the button to the lighter. Instantly causing an almost purple spark to light at the bottom of the sewers where the remote lighter was dropped. Immediately causing a massive scorching hot fireball to be created. Which soon expanded and made it's way though the section of the city's sewer system, going through tunnel to tunnel, making quickly advancing walls of fire. The first victim was an unfortunate Nevidian youth, who was instantly charred to death before she even knew it. As more and more were burned alive as the fire advanced, it soon reached the area where Nul had been sleeping in the pile. Though soon before that, a man from the tunnel ahead had let off a scream. ""Run for it! FIRE! FIRE!"" Before he was consumed by the wall of fire himself and died. <br/><br/>A few people had heard it, and then tried desperately to leave the sewers to save themselves, but found that their closest exit had been sealed shut and couldn't be budged. Of course one has said there is a way to survive any deadly situation, you just have to find it quick, and do what is necessary to survive. Nul has a few seconds before the flames reaches her and the pile.<br/><br/></div></blockquote><br/><br/>Whether it was the roaring sound of flames churning through the sewers or the screams of those victims who didn't make it that woke her, Nul would never know. Nor did she care. In fact, she wasn't even awake enough to properly think about any of this. Her body was screaming at her that Death approached, and she found herself scrambling over another hobo to roll out of the tunnel she was in, back into the larger one.<br/><br/>There were two sorts of people in situations like this. Those who try to flee by going up... and those who go down. Nevidian by birth and instinct, Nul trusted only the darkest, deepest places, and dove into the muck with hardly time to draw and hold her breath, going as low as she possibly could. She scrambled for grip at the bottom to hold herself in place.<br/><br/>Nul felt another person jump in behind her, bumping into her and nearly causing her to lose her grip. Furious, she kicked out, pushing herself down even more."
11221,The Return: Insurgents (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323124,2015-02-15T08:57:00,Jessjohnesik,"Not quite noticing the amount of time between her last payment and now go by so quickly, Johanna at first was caught by surprise by the telephone company's warning. She didn't think she made so many calls as well, but figured that the chances of the company lying are almost nonexistent. In fact she thought it was rather funny how she even considered the company to be untruthful, even though a mistake could hypothetically have been made by its employees.<br/><br/>In any case, Johanna had to pay. Her preferred payment method would obviously be via the Internet, especially given that it was the most effective way at this time and place, given the work she still had to carry out at home. It would be a clear waste of time to go out.<br/><br/>Awakening her computer from hibernation, Johanna would promptly complete the payment while sipping her green tea with milk. She continued her financial work afterwards."
11222,The Return: Insurgents (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323124,2015-02-15T10:40:00,Chedastan,"Upon entering the phone company's website, one could notice that the website itself seemed a bit off. Most notably the url for it seem to be just random bits of letters and numbers, and no actual site name, though one could plausibly dismissed it as just being lazy coding from a recent site update. And also the website seemed to be refreshing itself constantly, making using it to be rather annoying and a bit sluggish. But the most alarming thing about the website, is that it immediately tries to force install what would appear to be malicious software that included spyware and encrypts, onto Johanna's computer.<br/><br/>Inside the unmarked white car with dark tinted windows, that was across the street from Johanna's home. A man had been at work at his laptop. He had spent weeks on this single case, and he was now diligently monitoring the screen of his laptop, just waiting for all the data and information to hopefully show up on it. As once he sees what he had been looking for, he can finally call in for the vans.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>Luckily for Nul, it would seem that her quick action by diving into the mucky sewage, had kept alive momentarily. As the flames had reached where she was, and burned alive everyone else who didn't do the same thing she did, the sewage would appeared to have preserved her and whoever else from the flames. Of course there were the unlucky people who didn't fully submerge themselves into the sewage, and were now screaming in agony as exposed sections of their bodies had been burnt, and were also now open to infection. And it didn't help there is now an almost unbearable stench than there were before, it was very nauseating alone, to not even mention the gruesome state of the corpses. It would sane for anyone to leave now, before the mop up teams inevitably arrive."
11223,The Return: Insurgents (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323124,2015-02-15T11:52:00,Jessjohnesik,"Johanna takes note of the oddities of the company's website, but doesn't give it much attention until the site starts its attempts to install seemingly hostile programs and software. This alarms Johanna further as soon as her antivirus warns her of the site's harmful attempts. Figuring the telephone company that called her was likely merely a scam to lure her into a cyber attack. Ordering her antivirus to start cleaning the computer and of course immediately leaving the site, Johanna felt somewhat agitated. Despite the computer not even remotely storing or having access to any<span style=""font-style: italic"">sensitive</span>information Johanna, given her true intent and profession, might have, the possibility of a loss of all her financial and otherwise work wouldn't be very pleasant at all."
11224,The Return: Insurgents (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323124,2015-02-15T19:44:00,Nulvelith,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Chedastan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323124&amp;p=23524947#p23524947"">wrote</a>:</cite>Upon entering the phone company's website, one could notice that the website itself seemed a bit off. Most notably the url for it seem to be just random bits of letters and numbers, and no actual site name, though one could plausibly dismissed it as just being lazy coding from a recent site update. And also the website seemed to be refreshing itself constantly, making using it to be rather annoying and a bit sluggish. But the most alarming thing about the website, is that it immediately tries to force install what would appear to be malicious software that included spyware and encrypts, onto Johanna's computer. <br/><br/>Inside the unmarked white car with dark tinted windows, that was across the street from Johanna's home. A man had been at work at his laptop. He had spent weeks on this single case, and he was now diligently monitoring the screen of his laptop, just waiting for all the data and information to hopefully show up on it. As once he sees what he had been looking for, he can finally call in for the vans.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>Luckily for Nul, it would seem that her quick action by diving into the mucky sewage, had kept alive momentarily. As the flames had reached where she was, and burned alive everyone else who didn't do the same thing she did, the sewage would appeared to have preserved her and whoever else from the flames. Of course there were the unlucky people who didn't fully submerge themselves into the sewage, and were now screaming in agony as exposed sections of their bodies had been burnt, and were also now open to infection. And it didn't help there is now an almost unbearable stench than there were before, it was very nauseating alone, to not even mention the gruesome state of the corpses. It would sane for anyone to leave now, before the mop up teams inevitably arrive.</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/>Nul struggles to hold her breath as long as she can, but eventually can hold it no longer. Rather than drown herself in filth, she rears up, wipes as much of the muck off her face as she can, and breathes in. The stench of burning flesh and waste makes her instantly regret doing so, and the lack of oxygen doesn't help much either. With tears streaming down her face as she coughs away, Nul stands up and drags herself away. From the area as quickly as she can.<br/><br/>Something that used to be a someone grabs at Nul's leg and she starts moving away, and she kicks it. Whatever sort of person it had been only moments ago, it was now a smoldering mess of flesh, with some visible bones. The thought of filth seeping into those open wounds sickened Nul, and for the first time in her life she killed out of pity, taking her foot and crushing what was left of its throat until it ceased struggling.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Couldn't even scream anymore. Pitiful.</span><br/><br/>Nul flees as far as she can, until she is exhausted. Then, she stands under a pipe venting relatively clean water, stripping so as to scrub herself down with her fingernails.<span style=""font-style: italic"">My hair is getting long again. Mother used to cut it pretty...</span>Lacking the skill and appropriate tools, Nul took a handful of hair in one hand and sawed it off with a long knife, then repeated the action until it was all a short, boyish, unkempt mop. Next came her clothes, holding them up piece by piece until they were wearable again.<span style=""font-style: italic"">I need to dry off before I get sick. Need some fresh air, too.</span>Nul's quick cleanup at an end, she rubbed out as much of the water as she could and clambered up a manhole.<br/><br/>Nul didn't recognize the street she popped up into, There were hedgerows and houses all around, though, one of those middle class neighborhoods Nul typically avoided. As quickly and quietly as she could, Nul slid the manhole cover back into place and crawled under one of the hedge bushes, then began inspecting the houses, looking for one without any lights on or vehicles parked nearby. The sort of house she could sneak into and dry out in."
11225,The Return: Insurgents (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323124,2015-02-15T21:04:00,Mincaldenteans,"Jaren got up, dusting off his jacket that his captives had let him keep (whether they cared or not about personal affects no one asked, neither would Jaren). He looked about instinctively recognizing members of the Resistance, two were part of his team huddle with another three he wasn't familiar with but their scowls told him everything. He decided against joining, partly due to his own rules about familiarity with other resistance cell members and partly because it was foolish to keep huddled with a bunch of the same coat. Paint a target and shoot me, he groused mentally at the site.<br/><br/>There were the Neviduslifers, a group he didn't particularly care for. Everyone had their own agenda, Jaren was no different in the manner that he ran his own group. The two familiars peeled away after polite mumbles and friendly nods to join him.<br/><br/>""They're part of us,"" one of them said with that were so bright, they would've shined in the dark.<br/><br/>""I gathered that,"" Jaren said curtly, albeit a little annoyed. ""What have I been saying about talking with other resistance members?""<br/><br/>""Oh, come off it, Jaren,"" the other spoke up with irritation. ""There's no possible place for us to go now.""<br/><br/>""No where but into an interrogation room because you two decided to get chummy with them. And now you're around me. Did you not notice that,"" he said tightly, jabbing a finger in the air, pointing toward a camera that moved in a slow turn as it viewed everyone in the room.<br/><br/>The two paled as reality hit them and Jaren had to muster the fortitude not to spit at their feet for the oversight.<br/><br/>""Doesn't matter, as you say, we're all on the same boat but if they want to interrogate us, expect a very slow death.""<br/><br/>""I don't want that,"" Green eyes mumbled desperately in a near panic at the thought. No one knew if torture was a norm, but with the government hunting every Nevidian down for the sake of ""public safety"", torture was definitely on the list of crimes they were committing with impunity.<br/><br/>""None of us do. How many did you count in here?""<br/><br/>""I... I didn't.""<br/><br/>Narrowing his eyes, ""How many do you think have been here longer than a week.""<br/><br/>The two of them shrugged.<br/><br/>""Shouldn't have saved that man after all,"" Jaren mumbled with a bitter sigh and left his two comrades standing to roam the room for someone to question about their mutual captivity."
11226,The Return: Insurgents (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323124,2015-02-16T21:01:00,Chedastan,"Given that it was still morning, and it was at this point in the day that a lot of people had either just left their homes to go to school or work, or were on their way to. In fact most burglaries of homes tended to occur at around this time of the day, with the same reason that most people were usually out at this time. Though the crime rate of this neighborhood in particular was low, and it would be unlikely that many of the residences would have bothered to have install in-home security systems. Which would prove to make Nul's search all the more easier.<br/><br/>As one could suspect then, the neighborhood was indeed currently devoid of most of it's residents, thus Nul was most likely not seen by anyone, for now. But<span style=""font-style: italic"">anything</span>could had seen or gotten a glimpse of her, as one shouldn't rule out the possibility that the Hungarian government would've installed hidden cameras in a few spots in the neighborhood. Luckily for Nul on the other hand, it would seem she wouldn't be outside for much longer, as she would spot a convenient home just a few meters away, that she could just walk into. As it would seem that the front door had been accidentally left unlocked, and had flung opened from a gust of wind. And given that it was left in that state, one could only assume the residents had all left, supported by the fact that all the lights seemed to be out, and there weren't any cars nearby.<br/><br/>Though If one were to get close to the front door, they may had heard a very faint sound of sorts coming from inside. It had just been the wind though.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>Simon would noticed that two people from his huddle had left to meet up with the newest entry in the pen. Simon could only assume that they must had knew each other, and had to have been part of the same movement. A thought came to him that maybe he should get to know some of these people that he was with, figuring that some of them may have some connections that might help him get out of whatever the Hungarian Government was planning on doing to him and or Maria. Of course that was the only thing he think about trying to do, as there wasn't much else to do around here.<br/><br/>He then noticed that the newest entry had left the two people he knew to stand around. Simon figured this may be a better time than any to attempt to introduce himself to this man. Stepping out of the huddle, he walked towards this man, all while thinking of something to say. But his train of thought was interrupted when a guard shouted at everyone in the pen. ""Alright, 10 minutes before the transport gets all you fucking runts!"" Simon then knew that he may perhaps not have all the time he may needed. But regardless, he continued to approached the man, and once he was close, he uttered what he had to say to him. ""Ah, hello..."" He said a bit awkwardly, realizing he didn't have much to say, if really at all.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>Before the site would allow Johanna to leave it however, an confusingly worded dialog box appeared, that read. ""Are you sure you want to leave this active program?"" While that appeared on the site, the agent in the unmarked car outside was attempting to bypass the antiviruses in Johanna's computer, of course not knowing that the computer had nothing of value to him. Regardless of the resistance, he knew he had to persist if he was ever going to get what he thought he was going to get. And as such, he was then attempting to directly hack into Johanna's computer."
11227,The Return: Insurgents (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323124,2015-02-16T21:43:00,Mincaldenteans,"<blockquote><div><cite>Chedastan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323124&amp;p=23546603#p23546603"">wrote</a>:</cite><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Simon would noticed that two people from his huddle had left to meet up with the newest entry in the pen. Simon could only assume that they must had knew each other, and had to have been part of the same movement. A thought came to him that maybe he should get to know some of these people that he was with, figuring that some of them may have some connections that might help him get out of whatever the Hungarian Government was planning on doing to him and or Maria. Of course that was the only thing he think about trying to do, as there wasn't much else to do around here.<br/><br/>He then noticed that the newest entry had left the two people he knew to stand around. Simon figured this may be a better time than any to attempt to introduce himself to this man. Stepping out of the huddle, he walked towards this man, all while thinking of something to say. But his train of thought was interrupted when a guard shouted at everyone in the pen. ""Alright, 10 minutes before the transport gets all you fucking runts!"" Simon then knew that he may perhaps not have all the time he may needed. But regardless, he continued to approached the man, and once he was close, he uttered what he had to say to him. ""Ah, hello..."" He said a bit awkwardly, realizing he didn't have much to say, if really at all.</div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/><br/>So this wasn't the last location they were going to be herded into. Good. That meant there was a remote change his remaining cell mates would take notice and come searching for him. Transports like these were hit on by the Resistance, partly to harass, exact revenge and free (or even recruit) those held captive. Some were successful, given the right equipment, but the Resistance had seen its fair number of disastrous attempts. Smirking at the thought of a futile attempt (no doubt whatever their transport conveyance was, it would ride with an armed escort), Jaren pegged ""slight chance"" lower to ""no chance at all"".<br/><br/>All in all, a typical day in the life of a resistance fighter.<br/><br/>""Ah, hello..."" Came an awkward voice that broke Jaren out of his reverie and he glared at the approaching man.<br/><br/>""Need somethin'?"" Jaren asked sharply, though he reminded himself to refrain from being too rude. He needed information as much as it was likely going to be given."
11228,The Return: Insurgents (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323124,2015-02-17T01:06:00,Altito Asmoro,"<blockquote><div><cite>Chedastan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323124&amp;p=23513319#p23513319"">wrote</a>:</cite>The idea of squatters living in any of Hungary's sewers, has always been seen as yet another annoyance the Hungarian government has to deal with. Usually the squatters that live and sleep in the sewers were seen generally as nothing more than mere pests, and clearly not anywhere near to actual people. As such, ""clean up"" jobs are preformed almost nearly everyday in the cities and major towns, to literally get rid of them through any means felt necessary, usually cruel and inhuman ones. In this particular instance, the section of the sewer system where Nul was sleeping in, was scheduled for an random purge this morning.<br/><br/>On the surface, several soldiers and maintenance workers with trucks with large gas tanks on them, were filling the section of the sewers with an odorless, and flammable gas. Of course this gas was developed with it being fail proofed in mind, as the gas doesn't light up to any ordinary flame, one would need a specific sort of lighter to cause to gas to light up. And the use of the gas itself was originally thought up as to also clean the sewers of the usual filth, and allow for better conditions for maintenance, alongside sadistically burning alive any undesirable who had dared to simply be in it, which would essentially kill two birds with one stone. <br/><br/>Once they were done with filling the section up with what gas they have, they would soon sealed the manholes up with their covers. But not before dropping an remote lighter down into the sewers. And of course they would had shot anyone that tried to leave it. ""Come on, let's fry these ghost fuckers now!"" The soldier with the detonator said to his men, right before he pressed the button to the lighter. Instantly causing an almost purple spark to light at the bottom of the sewers where the remote lighter was dropped. Immediately causing a massive scorching hot fireball to be created. Which soon expanded and made it's way though the section of the city's sewer system, going through tunnel to tunnel, making quickly advancing walls of fire. The first victim was an unfortunate Nevidian youth, who was instantly charred to death before she even knew it. As more and more were burned alive as the fire advanced, it soon reached the area where Nul had been sleeping in the pile. Though soon before that, a man from the tunnel ahead had let off a scream. ""Run for it! FIRE! FIRE!"" Before he was consumed by the wall of fire himself and died. <br/><br/>A few people had heard it, and then tried desperately to leave the sewers to save themselves, but found that their closest exit had been sealed shut and couldn't be budged. Of course one has said there is a way to survive any deadly situation, you just have to find it quick, and do what is necessary to survive. Nul has a few seconds before the flames reaches her and the pile.<br/><br/><hr/> <br/><br/>Naturally tensions will be high in the warehouse, between the asylum seekers and militiamen. Given the ""living"" conditions the asylum seekers were provided. Obviously a lot of them weren't contempt to continue to live like this. As for most of them, they've been running for their lives and safety, and been trying to escape for better conditions for too long. The screams from the torture Nevidian man only unnerved them more. ""STOP! STOP! PLEASE!"" The Nevidian man screamed some more. It may as well had been reaching a turning point for most of the asylum seekers, that were ready for an outright riot. One very muscular and bearded man in particular was really getting fed up with it all. One could only assuming he was a heavy weightlifter before all this, and probably lost everything to his name.<br/><br/>Then finally, he had reached the point of complete rage. He stood up, and quickly charged a guarding militiaman. The militiaman had no time to react, before he was hurled and thrown through one of the cheap walls of the warehouse's office. Completely bursting through it and getting his back and several other bones broken in the process, he soon lost conscious. The muscular man then gave out a roar of defiance in his native tongue, his actions then quickly inspired almost every asylum seeker to incite a full on riot in the warehouse. This will not go over well for Andras, when the government hears the report.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The screaming down below made Andras let the already-dying Nevidian man to the floor, lying down as he spent his last seconds. Andras walked out from his office on the second floor of the warehouse, and to his horror, the asylum seekers were swarmed the militiamen. Even though the militiamen were armed with guns, they were only able to killed several seekers before overwhelmed and probably beaten to the death.<br/><br/>Andras quickly ordered his two bodyguards to called the rest of the militiamen to secured the warehouse. The seekers managed to received the guns and fired it at Andras, who barely managed to dodged it, although it scraped his left shoulder. Soon, however, the rest militia came in and with more men and more guns, fired it at the asylum seekers, most ended up died valiantly, some protecting their children, or wives, with the remains of the seekers surrendering themselves and was brought upon another warehouse, which turns out also imprisoned many Nevidians. They put the asylum seekers in front of the warehouse, while the Nevidians were brought in front of them.<br/><br/>A firing squad was prepared, and each fired the guns to the seekers, turned them to its death.<br/><br/>""This is a warning!"" said Andras as he walked to the front of the terrified Nevidians.<br/><br/>""You guys riot like them, and you'll end up dead. You'll be killed, or worse, tortured, and raped, until you wish you wanna die. You all hear me?""<br/><br/>The Nevidians nodded their heads and were brought inside again. Andras took a time of alone, as the military will came tomorrow with another trucks full of asylum seekers, given false hope of a better life. And perhaps more Nevidians.<br/><br/>He will be reprimanded, for this is the first time. But soon, if more like this happens, he'll end up dead."
11229,The Return: Insurgents (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323124&start=25,2015-02-19T22:06:00,Chedastan,"Due to the carnage that had occurred in the warehouse, that had made several dead militiamen, and loss potential in forced labor, Andras will find that he had quickly received a citation from the Hungarian Government after they had inevitably received the report. The citation basically berated him on his incompetence to maintaining order, and informed him that they were receiving noise complaints from the area, then it warn him that if another incident were to occur, they will strip him from his position, and move him to a lesser task. One should naturally be wary now, as it is not wise to disappoint the Government, as even a loyal militiaman has no way to tell what they have plan for them.<br/><br/>It was at this moment that a few suspicious looking figures then appeared near the warehouses. Looking very distraught and angry at what one could presume they saw from the carnage. Obviously they were immediately spotted by other militiamen, and it was very likely they were part of some hostile faction, or a gang of sorts, made up of foreigners. It would seem that Andras couldn't even be given a breather.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>Simon decided he would likely be better off if he were to be straight forward. ""Um, okay I'll get to the chase for you. Now from what I can tell, you have to be an insurgent of sorts, right? Now I'm honestly without much in the way of options of course, but I think you and I will have a better chance of either getting out of this, or making it through, if we were to cooperate together, and work with each other, you know? Now I know this is all sudden, but there isn't a better then now, and I think they're probably going to end up torturing us both to death anyway, but what to you think?"" Simon said to Jaren rather quickly, lest to waste too much time explaining. He felt a bit like he was back at the office talking to a client, of course those days will never happen again, but at least it was the one thing this morning that Simon felt a bit familiar with."
11230,The Return: Insurgents (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323124&start=25,2015-02-20T00:47:00,Mincaldenteans,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Simon""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Chedastan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323124&amp;p=23584880#p23584880"">wrote</a>:</cite>Simon decided he would likely be better off if he were to be straight forward. ""Um, okay I'll get to the chase for you. Now from what I can tell, you have to be an insurgent of sorts, right? Now I'm honestly without much in the way of options of course, but I think you and I will have a better chance of either getting out of this, or making it through, if we were to cooperate together, and work with each other, you know? Now I know this is all sudden, but there isn't a better then now, and I think they're probably going to end up torturing us both to death anyway, but what to you think?"" Simon said to Jaren rather quickly, lest to waste too much time explaining. He felt a bit like he was back at the office talking to a client, of course those days will never happen again, but at least it was the one thing this morning that Simon felt a bit familiar with.</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/>Jaren perked an eyebrow at the stranger's proposition. He had to be mental or desperate or perhaps a little bit of both. Some part of the resistance fighter couldn't help but sympathize given the fight he had taken upon his own shoulders. But there were in a secluded area under complete lock down. More than half the captives were hapless Nevidians who wouldn't, or couldn't, raise arms against their oppressors purely by being pacifists. It was a hopeless situation, one that Jaren often wondered why he had taken up arms fighting on a rear-end and calling it a hope.<br/><br/>""Let's say you're right,"" Jaren began slowly, crossing his arms and leaned against the wall. ""How do you propose we join up and... presumably escape this place? Even if my friends and I were to help, that's what? Four? Maybe six at most if you've got a little back up? Against an entire squad out there waiting for an excuse to let loose bullets that'll shred us into pieces. We don't have any weapons and we don't have anything else that could help us. Are these captives going to help us?""<br/><br/>He looked around and took a deep breath in resignation, ""They can't even help themselves."""
11231,The Return: Insurgents (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323124&start=25,2015-02-21T13:47:00,Saint Morning,"<blockquote><div><cite>Mincaldenteans <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323124&amp;p=23585710#p23585710"">wrote</a>:</cite><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Simon""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Chedastan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323124&amp;p=23584880#p23584880"">wrote</a>:</cite>Simon decided he would likely be better off if he were to be straight forward. ""Um, okay I'll get to the chase for you. Now from what I can tell, you have to be an insurgent of sorts, right? Now I'm honestly without much in the way of options of course, but I think you and I will have a better chance of either getting out of this, or making it through, if we were to cooperate together, and work with each other, you know? Now I know this is all sudden, but there isn't a better then now, and I think they're probably going to end up torturing us both to death anyway, but what to you think?"" Simon said to Jaren rather quickly, lest to waste too much time explaining. He felt a bit like he was back at the office talking to a client, of course those days will never happen again, but at least it was the one thing this morning that Simon felt a bit familiar with.</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/>Jaren perked an eyebrow at the stranger's proposition. He had to be mental or desperate or perhaps a little bit of both. Some part of the resistance fighter couldn't help but sympathize given the fight he had taken upon his own shoulders. But there were in a secluded area under complete lock down. More than half the captives were hapless Nevidians who wouldn't, or couldn't, raise arms against their oppressors purely by being pacifists. It was a hopeless situation, one that Jaren often wondered why he had taken up arms fighting on a rear-end and calling it a hope. <br/><br/>""Let's say you're right,"" Jaren began slowly, crossing his arms and leaned against the wall. ""How do you propose we join up and... presumably escape this place? Even if my friends and I were to help, that's what? Four? Maybe six at most if you've got a little back up? Against an entire squad out there waiting for an excuse to let loose bullets that'll shred us into pieces. We don't have any weapons and we don't have anything else that could help us. Are these captives going to help us?""<br/><br/>He looked around and took a deep breath in resignation, ""They can't even help themselves.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Mary let out an exasperated sigh as she grew increasing irritated by the situation she was in.She raised her head, allowing her eyes to scan the area, hopping to find a way to escape ,but failing epically. She sighed again, giving up on the possibility of getting out this place anytime soon she instead began to pace around pointedly ignoring the glare that a few Nevidians sent her way when she happened to past by a group who were huddle close together.<br/><br/>She stopped midway through her little stroll around her shared prison, when she noticed the two men off the side speaking in hush tones.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Not conspicuous at all</span>she thought as she frowned at them, looking away she tried to focus her attention on something else not wanting to get involve in other people's private conversation.However the area seem to get several degree cooler and she shivered slightly, sub consciously she began to hug herself to preserve body heat, as the cold finally began to affect her. Glancing at the two men once more, she decided to go over there, not really to strike up a conversation but to see if they had any idea why they were here. It wasn't her intention to overhear their escape plan. No not at all.<br/><br/>""Well you can add another helper into your little scheme"" She began, dropping her hands and ignoring the cold air around her in favor of twirling a few locks of her brown ""This place is such a drag, and no offense but, I rather be somewhere else"" She said as a bored expression took over her face."
11232,The Return: Insurgents (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323124&start=25,2015-02-21T14:27:00,Mincaldenteans,"""Oh yes, because this is the premiere place to be in all of Hungary,"" Jaren remarked with a roll of his eyes. He stifled the rest of his comment, lest it got himself into a predicament none of them wanted.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Not a bad idea</span>, he though to himself. It was likely a last ditch effort to garner any kind of attention past the end of a rifle but they'd have to do it in such a way that kept the guns holstered. Though act to follow, the men that held the lot of them here were trigger happy on a good day.<br/><br/>""This man over here,"" he gestured with his chin toward Simon, ""thinks we can pool our nonexistent resources and attempt to overthrow our captors. Though I'm not sure how that's going to pass since we've got, you know, nothing between the lot of us and less than a following with the rest of this lot. They're not fighters and too afraid.""<br/><br/>As much as he harbored no ill will of his own brethren, Jaren had to face that particular fact of his own kind more than once. They were sheep, too passive and too few actually took up arms. Another reason why the Resistance was nothing more than a twitching body at this point. Aid from foreign organizations did little to stem to pervading sense of failure to the war against their oppressors."
11233,The Return: Insurgents (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323124&start=25,2015-02-21T14:37:00,Saint Morning,"<blockquote><div><cite>Mincaldenteans <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323124&amp;p=23602871#p23602871"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Oh yes, because this is the premiere place to be in all of Hungary,"" Jaren remarked with a roll of his eyes. He stifled the rest of his comment, lest it got himself into a predicament none of them wanted.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Not a bad idea</span>, he though to himself. It was likely a last ditch effort to garner any kind of attention past the end of a rifle but they'd have to do it in such a way that kept the guns holstered. Though act to follow, the men that held the lot of them here were trigger happy on a good day.<br/><br/>""This man over here,"" he gestured with his chin toward Simon, ""thinks we can pool our nonexistent resources and attempt to overthrow our captors. Though I'm not sure how that's going to pass since we've got, you know, nothing between the lot of us and less than a following with the rest of this lot. They're not fighters and too afraid.""<br/><br/>As much as he harbored no ill will of his own brethren, Jaren had to face that particular fact of his own kind more than once. They were sheep, too passive and too few actually took up arms. Another reason why the Resistance was nothing more than a twitching body at this point. Aid from foreign organizations did little to stem to pervading sense of failure to the war against their oppressors.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Mary glared at him, but refrained from retorting, not wanting to cause a ruckus and end up being put down by one of those ass hats. Shifting her gaze to the other man and completely ignoring the Nevidian she said "" We'll need a distraction that's for sure."" which was true, she will agree with this nevidian that there's no way they could revolt and make it out of this alive. Honestly this was such a bad idea and she was 90% sure something would go wrong but even if there was only a small chance of escape she was taking it."
11234,The Return: Insurgents (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323124&start=25,2015-02-21T15:39:00,Chedastan,"As Simon was trying to think of what next to say the Jaren's response, he noticed the woman who he tried to talk to earlier had just came over to talk to them.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Oh so now she wants to talk, figures.</span>He thought to himself a bit annoyed, though not really that bothered. Simon then heard Jaren's comment on what he had proposed to him, to which Simon would had liked to mentioned to them that he was thinking of something a bit different. Though before he could of said anything, the woman had then said to him. ""We'll need a distraction, that's for sure.""<br/><br/>To which Simon's response was simply. ""Like what? Shout that one of these helpless pacifist has a gun? And then hope that they get shot and we try to escape in the insuring chaos? Yeah that'll go over well."" Simon said with clear sarcasm. Simon of course just knew that the chances to escape from this pen were minimum at best. He had already figured that the best chance of survival is likely trying to wait it out just a little while longer, and look for an opening to go from, though that wouldn't help their chances by much, and he figured that too.<br/><br/>Simon then came up with a thought, and looked towards Jaren, and asked him. ""What are the chances that our transport will get ambushed by someone? You should know that sort of stuff, right?"""
11235,The Return: Insurgents (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323124&start=25,2015-02-21T15:52:00,Saint Morning,"<blockquote><div><cite>Chedastan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323124&amp;p=23603720#p23603720"">wrote</a>:</cite>As Simon was trying to think of what next to say the Jaren's response, he noticed the woman who he tried to talk to earlier had just came over to talk to them. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Oh so now she wants to talk, figures.</span> He thought to himself a bit annoyed, though not really that bothered. Simon then heard Jaren's comment on what he had proposed to him, to which Simon would had liked to mentioned to them that he was thinking of something a bit different. Though before he could of said anything, the woman had then said to him. ""We'll need a distraction, that's for sure."" <br/><br/>To which Simon's response was simply. ""Like what? Shout that one of these helpless pacifist has a gun? And then hope that they get shot and we try to escape in the insuring chaos? Yeah that'll go over well."" Simon said with clear sarcasm. Simon of course just knew that the chances to escape from this pen were minimum at best. He had already figured that the best chance of survival is likely trying to wait it out just a little while longer, and look for an opening to go from, though that wouldn't help their chances by much, and he figured that too. <br/><br/>Simon then came up with a thought, and looked towards Jaren, and asked him. ""What are the chances that our transport will get ambushed by someone? You should know that sort of stuff, right?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Irritation flashed through Mary's eyes as she frowned at Simon. ""It was just a suggestion""she stated, still twirling her brown locks as she glanced back towards the other prisoners ""A much better plan than fighting with a bunch of pacifist"" She looked over to the Nevidian male. ""No offense""<br/><br/>She paused for a moment and raised her brow at Simon, finally releasing the lock of hair in favor of placing her hands on her hips and glaring at him. ""Seriously? that's your plan? Just sit around and pray that we get save by strangers who could be even worse than these douchbags!"" She quipped, not liking the lack of balls these two guys had."
11236,The Return: Insurgents (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323124&start=25,2015-02-21T16:00:00,Mincaldenteans,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saint Morning <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323124&amp;p=23603881#p23603881"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Irritation flashed through Mary's eyes as she frowned at Simon. ""It was just a suggestion""she stated, still twirling her brown locks as she as she glanced back at the other prisoners ""A much better plan than fighting with a bunch of pacifist"" She looked over to the Nevidian male. ""No offense""<br/><br/>She paused for a moment and raised her brow at Simon, finally releasing the lock of hair in favor of placing her hands on her hips and glaring at Simon. ""Seriously? that's your plan? Just sit around and pray that we get save by strangers who could be even worse than these douchbags!"" She quipped, not liking the lack of balls these two guys had.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Don't criticize something that you didn't think of, unless<span style=""font-style: italic"">you</span>have a better idea,"" Jaren smiled rhetorically at the girl. He shrugged at the thought of a transport being ambushed, it was possible but it factored mainly into the willingness of the Resistance, let alone if they had the necessary numbers to commit to it and the adequate equipment.<br/><br/>""It's not that it isn't possible, it's a simple toss up for 50/50,"" Jaren explained. ""The capabilities of my friends aren't exactly broad. The first challenge is getting the gumption to tackle a transport. Granted, its filled with my people and usually that's motivation enough but these are tougher times than most care to realize and we've had to make some hard decisions due to the overall issue,"" he left it at that, preferring not to go into further details about how badly crippled they were on manpower and equipment just in case the cameras had nifty listening devices as well. He explained enough that he was sure would get the point across.<br/><br/>""We can hope,"" he said with a smirk. ""I'd be pleasantly surprised if something happened that worked in our favor. The best course right now is to keep calm as possible; no amount of infighting will help us. We'd be dead before we see a transport."""
11237,The Return: Insurgents (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323124&start=25,2015-02-21T16:11:00,Saint Morning,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Mincaldenteans <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323124&amp;p=23603993#p23603993"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Saint Morning <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323124&amp;p=23603881#p23603881"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Irritation flashed through Mary's eyes as she frowned at Simon. ""It was just a suggestion""she stated, still twirling her brown locks as she as she glanced back at the other prisoners ""A much better plan than fighting with a bunch of pacifist"" She looked over to the Nevidian male. ""No offense""<br/><br/>She paused for a moment and raised her brow at Simon, finally releasing the lock of hair in favor of placing her hands on her hips and glaring at Simon. ""Seriously? that's your plan? Just sit around and pray that we get save by strangers who could be even worse than these douchbags!"" She quipped, not liking the lack of balls these two guys had.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Don't criticize something that you didn't think of, unless <span style=""font-style: italic"">you</span> have a better idea,"" Jaren smiled rhetorically at the girl. He shrugged at the thought of a transport being ambushed, it was possible but it factored mainly into the willingness of the Resistance, let alone if they had the necessary numbers to commit to it and the adequate equipment.<br/><br/>""It's not that it isn't possible, it's a simple toss up for 50/50,"" Jaren explained. ""The capabilities of my friends aren't exactly broad. The first challenge is getting the gumption to tackle a transport. Granted, its filled with my people and usually that's motivation enough but these are tougher times than most care to realize and we've had to make some hard decisions due to the overall issue,"" he left it at that, preferring not to go into further details about how badly crippled they were on manpower and equipment just in case the cameras had nifty listening devices as well. He explained enough that he was sure would get the point across.<br/><br/>""We can hope,"" he said with a smirk. ""I'd be pleasantly surprised if something happened that worked in our favor. The best course right now is to keep calm as possible; no amount of infighting will help us. We'd be dead before we see a transport.""</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/>""Golly your an ass"" She snared, glaring at the Nevidian."" The likely hood of someone actually having the means to rescue us is slim at best, I was simply stating facts"" She paused and listened to the Nevidian, despite wanting to smash his face in with her fist. She didn't like the look he gave her at all.<br/><br/>This is what she get's for partying, it looks like they were going to leave everything up to fate which wasn't really sitting well with her. ""Whatever as long as we get out of here"" she stated frowning and crossing her hands over her chest. If if their little<span style=""font-style: italic"">plan</span>didn't work she would have to take matters into her own hand and if that were the case she would be the<span style=""font-style: italic"">only</span>one heading home.<br/><br/>OOC: EDITED!"
11238,The Return: Insurgents (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323124&start=25,2015-02-21T16:49:00,Mincaldenteans,"""Anyone tell you that you're less than useful. Exactly what was your point in joining us if all you have to contribute is your glaring attitude, obnoxious criticisms, and less than enlightening company of your pervading bad attitude. New flashy, girly, we're all on the same boat so unless you actually have something worthwhile to give us past what I've already mention, do be quiet,"" Jaren said with clenched teeth and looked back at Simon.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Fuck it. Better now than later</span>, he thought and stared back at the girl once more. ""Brace yourself, man. Hit me,"" he said under his breath to Mary.<br/><br/>Before she could respond, he pressured her. ""Just do it, you useless bitch, hit me now. Unless of course you really are as worthless as the rest of these pathetic people."""
11239,The Return: Insurgents (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323124&start=25,2015-02-21T16:56:00,Saint Morning,"<blockquote><div><cite>Mincaldenteans <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323124&amp;p=23603993#p23603993"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Saint Morning <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323124&amp;p=23603881#p23603881"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""Anyone tell you that you're less than useful. Exactly what was your point in joining us if all you have to contribute is your glaring attitude, obnoxious criticisms, and less than enlightening company of your pervading bad attitude. New flashy, girly, we're all on the same boat so unless you actually have something worthwhile to give us past what I've already mention, do be quiet,"" Jaren said with clenched teeth and looked back at Simon. <br/><br/>Fuck it. Better now than later, he thought and stared back at the girl once more. ""Brace yourself, man. Hit me,"" he said under his breath to Mary.<br/><br/>Before she could respond, he pressured her. ""Just do it, you useless bitch, hit me now. Unless of course you really are as worthless as the rest of these pathetic people."".""</div></blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/>Mary lips tightened and her face went expressionless after the man insulted her. Twitching slightly she thought of punching his lights out, she really did, but how satisfying would that be? No she did him one better... she kicked him in the balls,<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">hard</span></span>."
11240,The Return: Insurgents (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323124&start=25,2015-02-21T19:16:00,Chedastan,"As Mary kicked Jaren in the testes, and Jaren presumably yelped in pain. Many people in or around the holding area took more noticed the three, or more importantly the guards did. As this was happening, Simon was naturally a bit shocked as to what had happened, and wasn't quite sure as to what to do next. Though he remembered (or misremembered) reading a quote that had read<span style=""font-style: italic"">""I punch, therefor I am.""</span>But then he remembered he had thought up the reverse version that was<span style=""font-style: italic"">""I am, therefor I punch.""</span>Oddly enough, he felt that the latter version made perfect sense to do in his situation, as he also remembered Jaren told him to brace himself, which could arguably be interpreted as ""Have my back."" So out of confusion, Simon preceded to punch Mary in the face.<br/><br/>Simon then felt a sudden shock of pain on his back, and realized that a guard had hit him from behind with a baton. To which Simon then yelped in pain too, and was force to the ground. As he fell, he saw that Mary and Jaren were being forced to the ground as well, along with the other people in the holding area by the guards. He then saw them putting the black bags over all their heads, and beating them a couple times with batons each. Then he was hit over the head with a baton himself, and with his vision at a blur, his sight became darkness as they had put a black bag over his head...<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>""Oh fuck! I think I hit this guy too hard, he won't stand on his own two feet.""<br/><br/>""Then fuckin drag him onto the bus, you simpleton!""<br/><br/>""Fine, fine... Son of a bitch... ""<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>Simon then came out of his brief unconsciousness. To which he felt a warm and almost safe like feeling, he felt like he was with Maria again. In fact he had been resting his head on a shoulder with soft skin.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Maria?</span>He thought to himself, wanting to then caress her, he tried to put his hand on her arm. But then he realized something was wrong, as he couldn't move his arm individually, as they were tied up. He then opened his eyes, and saw what little he could see through the black bag that was over his head, which was the then obscured back of a bus seat in front of him. He then turned his head to try to look at who he had been resting his head on. And what he saw was a then obscured pale woman with a black bag over her head.<br/><br/>She then turned tilted her head towards him. ""Res'th, are you awake?"" She said softly to Simon in the Del'sith dialect he couldn't understand, making it aware she doesn't know that Simon isn't Res'th. Simon of course felt both horrified and awkward, and couldn't help but think that the guards had purposely set them both together for their own entertainment. Simon then decided he wasn't going to say or do anything. The Nevidian woman then noted his silence. ""That's okay, I've always wanted this sort of thing to happen anyway. Just you and me together. At least we have this moment before we die. Hopefully Ser'Ris will get us out of here soon."" She said to him, again in a out of place soft tone, and in a language Simon couldn't understand. She then rested her head on Simon's, and presumably tried to to sleep.<br/><br/>A thought came to Simon that she might had been really in a delusion. Also he then recognized the voice as to having belong to the Nevdiuslifer that had called him an ape, and glared at him. The irony in all things, he thought. He did appreciate the comfort though, as it at least reminded him of Maria. He then remembered he was still being transported to who knows where, and his only hope was literally in the hands of potentially incompetent insurgents. At least he had already figured that he must had been out for only a couple of minutes, and likely haven't left Budapest by now, so there's some room for hope surely."
11241,The Return: Insurgents (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323124&start=25,2015-02-24T13:49:00,Jessjohnesik,"Johanna persisted in her attempts to exit the website, attempting to get rid of the pop up using all her rather unprofessional computer knowledge. She was, however, taken by surprise by the pop up, which seemed to not close using conventional means. The woman promptly took a photo of the website so as to later present it to an computer technician who could possibly explain to her what happened, if this all ended badly."
11242,The Return: Insurgents (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323124&start=25,2015-02-24T17:04:00,Saint Morning,"Mary groaned, feeling as if she had been hit by a truck. Like what the fuck just happened? All she can remember is socking some prick in the balls but that was about it. She made to rub her head but realized that she was handcuffed again and, as her vision began to return, notices that everything is quite blurry.<br/><br/>""Just fucking great"" She muttered as she bit down on her lower lip.<span style=""font-style: italic"">So much for escaping</span>She thought, as she tried to peer through the fabric around her head. She was in too much pain to physically move right now, but she was so incredible uncomfortable in her current position and tried to move slightly only for her face to connect to something solid. She frowned in confusion, not really knowing what her face was touch right now, but figuring it out really quickly when she felt what she had first presumed to be a wall, began to expand and contract.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">What the fuck? am I lying on someone's lap?</span>She questioned angrily, was this some sick joke? She however didn't make any attempt to move, instead she shifted slightly so her face wasn't in the person's chest, and closed her eyes, hoping this was all a sick twisted dream."
11243,The Return: Insurgents (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323124&start=25,2015-02-24T18:20:00,Mincaldenteans,"When Jaren told the stranger to brace himself, he hadn't quite expected the woman who joined them to go for the sensitive areas. Of all the things one could do, he had thought darkly along with images of gory violence and blood riddled curses he could throw at the woman mentally as he all but sank to the ground. The added irony of it all were the guards, who came swooping in and giving him a twofer for his troubles. He had managed to stay conscious long enough to see a black fabric put on his head and Jaren refrained from smiling; mission accomplished.<br/><br/>Rising pain from two regions he'd rather not have succumb to, Jaren blinked his eye to feel his brain addled by a stampede of a hundred elephants in his head. He heard muttering, a female's voice and a second one closer than he expected but could not identify. He stayed quiet, pondering the next genius move he could think of. Nothing was forthcoming and the only comfort he could take out of this was being separated from the duo that he met earlier.<br/><br/>""Good riddance,"" he said to himself with a wince as he tried to move. Cuffed and bagged, the Hungarian government really were as paranoid as they made themselves out to be. Not like his kind (the Resistance, that is) made it any easier for them and Jaren thought idly if any of his compatriots were attempting anything even as he sat clueless to his own current situation."
11244,The Return: Insurgents (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323124&start=25,2015-02-24T21:14:00,Chedastan,"As Simon rested on the shoulder of the Nevidian woman for what could had only been a mere minute, the speakers of the bus came to life. ""Alright you motherfucking undesirables, stand at attention now! Or we will break your fucking legs when we get there!"" An aggressive sounding guard ordered over the speakers. Naturally at this point, it would be foolish for anyone to disobey the guard's order, of course that isn't without people's annoyance and reluctance. Without a word, Simon and a lot of people stood up silently, with a few groans of pain here and there. Obviously Simon was very reluctant to be doing any of this, and it didn't help that the bus was still moving while all of this was happening. Just another cruel benefit for their guards.<br/><br/>The speakers then came to life once more. First it blared the national anthem, then a speaker of the Hungarian Government spoke. It seem they were making them listen to the morning broadcast of the Government run radio channel.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Faithful, enlightened, humbled, citizens. In just a few mere years, our glorious nation has made many great strives of progress and advancement in our many daily aspects of life and government, that had exponentially improved the lives of our people, and rival many foreign countries. All thanks to our great leader and party coming to power when most of the world had fallen into despair, and it's because of their leadership and our people that we haven't fallen from grace, and that we are one of the very few nations that are even receiving growth! And you can see all around that this is in fact very true! Even the new emergent, and so call ""promising"" illegitimate government of GEE can't even maintain themselves from the French onslaught, or even from disease, assuming we could even trust their sincerity. It's because they rely on the leadership of a weak and pathetic ""Emperor"" that doesn't have the faintest clue on how humanity works. But despite of all this, there are still those who would foolishly resist our glorious nation, and resort to petty terrorism. But have no fear, as these are undesirables of civil society, they are but mindless fringe people. And our security forces have always won out in the end, as the terrorists are pathetic!<br/><br/>With the help of Leaders, for Homeland and Freedom!</span><br/><br/>The speaker spoke, before the national anthem played again. Simon wasn't quite sure what to think of that speech, though it was probably something negative. Though all he cared for now was that they were allow to sit again.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>The agent was getting bored with hacking into Johanna's computer, as what he did get wasn't anything really interesting. Thinking he might had just wasted his time, he decided to stop what he was doing, close his laptop, and lit a cigarette. Johanna will find that she could suddenly exit website normally now.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>Lelvia's radio crackled to life. ""I've spotted a bus and two escort vehicles! I think this might be it! Get ready!"" It was one of her cellmates that was sent out a head of the road. Lelvia then looked through her scope on the road to confirm, and she did indeed saw the vehicles coming up, her cellmate was correct. ""Shit, we have to do this now or we'll lose them! Wait, do we know if it's even our guys in there?"" Lelvia said to Ser'Ris, to which he responded. ""It would have to be. Quick, someone get the RPG!""<br/><br/>""Are you fucking kidding me, Ser'Ris!?""<br/><br/>""Well it will stop them, Lelvia!""<br/><br/>A cellmate stood up with an RPG-18, ready to fire from the treeline at the front of the bus. Of course the idea being that the bus will definitely stop, and they'll be minimum causalities of prisoners, in theory at least. Ser'Ris saw that the RPG was ready, and was just a hand signal away from ordering it to fire."
11245,The Return: Insurgents (IC/Open),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323124&start=25,2015-02-27T19:27:00,Nulvelith,"<blockquote><div><cite>Chedastan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323124&amp;p=23546603#p23546603"">wrote</a>:</cite>Given that it was still morning, and it was at this point in the day that a lot of people had either just left their homes to go to school or work, or were on their way to. In fact most burglaries of homes tended to occur at around this time of the day, with the same reason that most people were usually out at this time. Though the crime rate of this neighborhood in particular was low, and it would be unlikely that many of the residences would have bothered to have install in-home security systems. Which would prove to make Nul's search all the more easier. <br/><br/>As one could suspect then, the neighborhood was indeed currently devoid of most of it's residents, thus Nul was most likely not seen by anyone, for now. But <span style=""font-style: italic"">anything</span> could had seen or gotten a glimpse of her, as one shouldn't rule out the possibility that the Hungarian government would've installed hidden cameras in a few spots in the neighborhood. Luckily for Nul on the other hand, it would seem she wouldn't be outside for much longer, as she would spot a convenient home just a few meters away, that she could just walk into. As it would seem that the front door had been accidentally left unlocked, and had flung opened from a gust of wind. And given that it was left in that state, one could only assume the residents had all left, supported by the fact that all the lights seemed to be out, and there weren't any cars nearby. <br/><br/>Though If one were to get close to the front door, they may had heard a very faint sound of sorts coming from inside. It had just been the wind though.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/></div></blockquote><br/><br/>As casually as she could, Nul walked up to the door and quietly stepped just inside, one hand in a pocket with a grip on her knife. Stepping to the side of the doorway to be out of sight from the street, she stopped and listened carefully.<span style=""font-style: italic"">If everybody really is gone, that door shouldn't be open... unless it failed to latch right and swung open afterwards... still, I need to clean up. This is better than breaking in.</span>While she listened, Nul peered closely at everything around her, looking for signs of people or cameras. If there were shoes by the door, that'd be a big red flag, and if there were any cameras in view of the entrance... well, those she would break if she could.<br/><br/>After a long moment of silence, Nul calmed down a bit, and quietly reached to pull the door shut. It just wouldn't do to have some nosy neighbor see an open door and come calling. She locked it, too, then started walking around to figure out the layout of the house, still cautious with knife at the ready."
11246,Guns of Our Forefathers³: Reborn (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323153,2014-12-09T22:35:00,Kryskov,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/a/a8/Bataille_de_Zorndorf.jpg""/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Guns of Our Forefathers</span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">The year is 1700. The Enlightenment is raging on, moving Europe into reason and science unprecedented in magnitude since the fall of the Roman Empire. But with this comes great unrest. The local lordships of the Middle Ages have given way to the absolute supremacy of one man: the king. But with the great salons of Europe emerging, new thoughts have been brewing in the minds of the gentry. What will become of this world? Will the monarchs succumb to the demands of their people in a great ball of fire? Or will they themselves adapt, giving up their powers for the sake of national unity? Will the New World remain a fraction of the Old? Or, will republicanism thought spur the rise of new nations, conceived in liberty, and signal the collapse of the colonies? Only time can say.</span><br/><br/>NOTE: We have an<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322850"" rel=""nofollow"">OOC</a>page. Please don't post here unless you've applied in the OOC and have been accepted."
11247,Guns of Our Forefathers³: Reborn (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323153,2014-12-10T02:43:00,Caltarania,"<div style=""margin-left:75px; margin-right:75px; margin-bottom:5px; margin-top:5px""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""color: #000080"">Konungariket Sverige</span></span></span><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/8/8d/Greater_coat_of_arms_of_Sweden.svg/200px-Greater_coat_of_arms_of_Sweden.svg.png""/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""color: #000080"">Chapter 1 - The White City</span></span></span></div><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""color: #000080""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Malmö, Sweden<br/>January 1st, 1700</span></span></div></blockquote></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin-left:75px; margin-right:75px; margin-bottom:5px; margin-top:5px"">The cultural capital of Skåne - the city of Malmö - had flourished in recent years. It had been the gateway to the Swedish colonies of Nya Sverige and Åskamark, along with being the port town from which the so-called 'Vitflottan' or 'White Fleet' had set sail from, before it's conquest of the Malay peninsula and it's subjugation of the Tamil Rajas of Southern India. Due to this, the city of Malmö had become known as the 'Vitstaden' or 'White City'. This was mostly informally speaking, of course, though there were times when even Karl Torstensson had referred to Malmö by it's nickname. This new-found nourishment of culture and need of labour in Malmö had led to the explosion of the city's population, making it the perfect place for Gustav IV Karl Adolf to address the nation. It had been two years since his accession to the throne aged seventeen, and now that he was nineteen and had recently receded into his personal life, he felt that it would be a perfect opportunity for him to address the nation, and Malmö was an even more appropriate place, what with it being the birthplace of the Swedish colonial empire - he thought.<br/><br/>That was why Gustav had gathered the prominent members of the nobility, clergy, bourgeoisie and peasantry in Malmö; the Riksdag of the Estates had been assembled for the first time in the Gustav IV Karl Adolf's reign. They all crammed into the great hall of Malmö Castle, and the King stood before them, wearing his blue overcoat and other military attire. Clearly, therefore, the King was in a serious mood. Gustav motioned for his 'guests' to sit down upon the chairs which had been placed for them, and began to read over what he had called his 'National Address'. Gustav gulped as his looked out towards the hundreds of people in the great hall of Malmö Castle, and then began his speech. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""God dag, min broder Svenskar.""</span> he began. He then began to speak again, after but a millisecond of silence. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""Först av allt, tillåta mig att uttrycka min tacksamhet för er villighet att samla idag.""</span> he said, before continuing. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""Det har varit många månar sedan en Konung av Sverige har satt ihop Riksens Ständer, men idag har jag bestämde sig för att ändra på detta faktum genom att kalla dig hit för att ställa ut mitt mål i styrningen av denna stora landet.""</span> he continued. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""Jag tror att en kung är bara så bra som de människor som han härskar över, och att en kung förtjänar bara att härska om han vill och kan respektera folkets vilja. Min farfars far - Gustavus Adolphus Magnus - var av samma åsikt som jag själv, och jag försöker efterlikna hans prestationer genom att göra Sverige mer mitt i världen en gång!""</span><br/><br/>Gustav gulped once more before continuing. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""Därför har jag lovat att jag ska kalla med folket och deras representanter så ofta som möjligt, för att förstå deras vilja. Länge leve Sverige!""</span> Once it had become clear that the King had finished the main speech of his address, he was met with a thunderous applause from most, if not all, of the Riksdag of the Estates. The members of the Riksdag - noble and peasant, clergyman and burgher alike - were in agreement, and some - mostly the nobles and peasants - chanted <span style=""font-style: italic"">""Gud bevare Sverige, Gud bevare konungen!""</span> Gustav was pleased at their agreement, and knew that they understood that by 'representatives' he of course was referring to the Riksdag and it's membership. Gustav then quieten down the Riksdag, and continued to mull them with his plans for the state and also with details of how Sweden would change and adapt in the coming years. He spoke of a land that had been named 'Östrakola' by Swedish fishermen in the Kola peninsular, that had once been under the hegemony of the Mongol Rus, but now stood unoccupied and unclaimed. Gustav spoke of how Sweden would expand it's borders both home and abroad - through blood and through birth - in order to maintain her status as a Great Power. He also spoke of the construction of a new Swedish flagship; 'HMS Gustavus Adolphus Magnus', which would by far be the largest ship in the Swedish navy, and would bring great prestige to the nation. He also touched on how is grandmother had told his father of how she yearned for Stockholm to be the Athens of the North, and Gustav expanded upon it; he said that Athens should strive to be the Stockholm of the South, not the other way around. This was, too, met with a thunderous applaud.<br/><br/>The Riksdag cheered and chanted, and Gustav dismissed it after about a day of debate and speeches. As the King veered to the left in order to obtain a glass of wine, one of his good friends - Ragnar Melker, heir to House von Riga - approached him, and began to speak. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""Gustav! Hur trevligt att se dig!""</span> he said, surprisingly casually, in his strange Scotch-Swedish-Prussian-Livonian accent. Gustav nearly let out a small chuckle; though House von Riga was a noble house in technical terms, it was not one in the eyes of many pretentious nobles. The House of von Riga was established during the Great Siege of Riga, when a mercenary army led by Ragnar's great grandfather - Alexander Leslie who came from Scotland to aid Sweden during the Thirty Year's War - lifted the siege even though they were outnumbered three to one. Leslie's excellent leadership skills were recognized by Gustavus Adolphus, who asked Leslie to hold Riga for him. After Leslie's successful defence of Riga in two subsequent battles, Gustavus granted him the city and the surrounding lands, and dubbed him 'Lord of Riga'. This elevated Leslie from a Scottish peasant mercenary to a member of the Swedish nobility. Although many of the nobles at the time disproved of Gustavus' choice to grant Leslie the title, Leslie was astounded, and vowed to follow Gustavus to the last man. Eventually - through the reforms instituted by Gustavus' predecessors - House von Riga came to prominence as one of the most successful trading houses in Sweden, leading many of the expeditions to the New World in the name of new trading prospects.<br/><br/>Gustav replied eagerly, and shook the hand of Ragnar. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""Likaså, min vän! Vad tyckte du om mina förslag, skulle de passa dig?""</span> Gustav said in an inviting tone. Ragnar responded quickly. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""Ja, naturligtvis min kung! Det var en sak som fångade mitt sinne, dock. Denna expedition till den mark öster om Kola; Har någon bett att leda den ännu?""</span> Gustav paused for a moment. Now that he had thought about it, Ragnar was correct. No-one had asked to head the expedition yet. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""Jag tror inte det, Ragnar, men varför frågar du?""</span> Gustav said, inquisitively. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""Visst du inte trodde att dagarna av prospektering låg bakom mitt hus! Min far vill leda expeditionen, förstås!""</span> Ragnar boastfully replied. Gustav chuckled slightly. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""Klart jag inte trodde något sådant, Ragnar. Jag skulle vara glad att låta Hus von Riga att leda avgiften i namn av fosterlandet!""</span> Gustav replied, before Ragnar leaped in to give him a manly hug. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""Tack så mycket, min kung! Mitt hus kommer inte svika, jag försäkra er!""</span> Ragnar replied, before heading off to tell his father the good news.<br/><br/>Gustav then sipped his wine, before heading off to a meeting with some of his Ministers of State. They met in Malmö Castle also, as a matter of convenience for today. The session had a few main topics of discussion. They included the expedition to Östrakola, the expansion of Nya Sverige and the construction for the new Swedish flagship; HMS Gustavus Adolphus Magnus. The ministers present included Minister of Finance Alexander Ivor von Riga, Minister of War Magnus Gustafsson Stenbock, Minister of Colonial Affairs Arvid Bernhard Horn af Ekebyholm and Minister of Foreign Affairs Karl Augustus Vasa-Helsingfors. Gustav began the meeting by consulting Arvid Bernhard with his plans for the expansion of Nya Sverige, and Arvid responded with an idea that he had worked upon. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""Min kung, tror jag det är bäst att låta våra ämnen i kolonierna att styra sig själva för det mesta. Våra Guvernörer är i hög grad ineffektivt, även om jag tycker att vi kanske kan uppmuntra utbyggnaden av Nya Sverige om vi öka finansieringen mot den. Vi kunde hjälpa till invandringen av människor till kolonin, genom att uppmuntra medlemmar av de tyska staterna att bosätta sig där.""</span> Gustav nodded, and asked Alexander for his input on the relocation of funds. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""Finansminister, har du någon input på detta förslag? Kan statskassan stödja denna ökning av investeringarna?""</span> Alexander leaned forward and produced his reply. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""Jag förstår inte varför inte, min konung, men frågan till hands är att de medel från statskassan kör aldrig så lite ... torr. Den svenska Riksbanken är beredd att låna oss pengar för dina ansträngningar i den nya världen, naturligtvis, och House von Riga - tillsammans med Riksförbund av Köpmän och Valutahandlare - är villiga att delta och finansiera expeditionen till den mark öster om Kola, men det finns bara så mycket ekonomiska påfrestningar som Sverige kan ta, Ers Majestät.""</span> Gustav nodded.<br/><br/>Gustav thought to himself for a moment; the treasury funds were running low? How so, last time he checked they were overflowing with Crowns. Nevertheless, Gustav nodded to the Ministerial Council and responded. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""Jag förstår, tack för din input, ministrarna. Jag har beslutat att gå vidare med planerna för både expeditionen till Östrakola och ökningen av medel till Nya Sverige. Dessutom tror jag att vi borde skjuta byggandet av den nya flaggskepp tills sådan tid att våra funs återhämta sig.""</span> Alexander and Arvid nodded, although Magnus looked displeased and began to almost rant in a loud tone. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""Jag måste invända, Ers Majestät! Militären behöver denna nya flaggskepp, har du redan lovat dess konstruktion till riksdagen, och utan vår flotta kommer att se svag i jämförelse med den för våra grannar! Vi behöver detta nya flaggskepp, Ers Majestät!""</span> Gustav - at first surprised - nodded in understanding. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""Jag förstår, krigsminister, men vi inte har de medel vid denna tidpunkt. Jag är inte avbryta dess konstruktion, bara fördröja den tills sådan tid att vi fullt ut kan stå för kostnaderna. Om allt går bra i länderna öster om Kola och i Nya Sverige, då förhoppningsvis den dagen kommer snart.""</span> Gustav replied, eventually receiving a nod of somewhat agreement from the Minister of War. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""Fint, då.""</span> he said. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""Jag hoppas att danskarna inte någonsin kan ha en blockad runt Stockholm, eller Gud bevara oss.""</span> With that, the meeting had ended, and all Ministers - including the King - had left the room. What a productive day, Gustav thought to himself.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Translations""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">National Address:</span><br/>[Good day, my brother Swedes.] [First of all, allow me to express my gratitude for your willingness to gather today.] [It has been many moons since a King of Sweden has assembled the Riksdag of the Estates, but today I set out to change that fact by calling you here in order to set out my goal in the governance of this great land.] [I believe that a King is only as good as the people whom he rules over, and that a King only deserves to rule if he is willing and able to respect the wishes of the people. My great grandfather - Gustavus Adolphus Magnus - was of the same mind as myself, and I seek to emulate his achievements by making Sweden once more the centre of the world!]<br/><br/>[Therefore, I have vowed that I will convene with the people and their representatives as often as possible, in order to understand their will. Long live Sweden!]<br/><br/>[God save Sweden, God save the King!]<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Conversation on Östrakola:</span><br/>[Gustav! How nice to see you!] <br/><br/>[Likewise, my friend! What did you think of my proposals, were they to your liking?] [Yes, of course my king! There was one thing which caught my mind, though. This expedition to the lands east of Kola; has anyone asked to head it yet?] [I don't believe so, Ragnar, but why do you ask?] [Surely you did not think that the days of exploration was behind my house! My father wants to lead the expedition, of course!] [Of course I didn't think such a thing, Ragnar. I'd be happy to allow the House von Riga to lead the charge in the name of the fatherland!] [Thank you so much, my King! My house will not disappoint, I assure you!]<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Council Meeting:</span><br/>[My king, I believe it best to allow our subjects in the colonies to govern themselves for the most part. Our Governors are largely ineffective, though I find that we may be able to encourage the expansion of New Sweden if we increase the funding towards it. We could aid in the immigration of people to the colony, by encouraging members of the German states to settle there.] [Finance Minister, do you have any input on this suggestion? Can the treasury support this increase of investment?] [I don't see why not, my King, but the issue at hand is that the funds of the treasury are running ever so slightly... dry. The Swedish Riksbank is willing to lend us some money for your endeavours in the New World, of course, and the House von Riga - along with the National Association of Merchants and Traders - is willing to participate and fund the expedition to the lands east of Kola, however there is only so much financial strain that Sweden can take, your Majesty.]<br/><br/>[I understand, thank you for your input, Ministers. I have decided to push forward with the plans for both the expedition to Östrakola and the increase of funding to New Sweden. Furthermore I believe we should postpone construction of the new flagship until such a time that our funs recover.] [I must object, your Majesty! The military needs this new flagship, you've already promised it's construction to the Riksdag, and without it our fleet will look weak in comparison to that of our neighbours! We need this new flagship, your Majesty!] [I understand, Minister of War, however we do not have the funds at this moment in time. I am not cancelling it's construction, merely delaying it until such a date that we can fully afford the costs. If all goes well in the lands east of Kola and in New Sweden, then hopefully that date will be soon.] [Fine, then.] [I hope that the Danes don't ever blockade Stockholm, or God save us.]</div></div></div></div></div>"
11248,Guns of Our Forefathers³: Reborn (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323153,2014-12-10T10:49:00,Reatra,"""So, Danilo, how goes the projects in the shipyards?"" Doge Remei asked.<br/>""Good, Doge, soon we will have an entirely new fleet to sail the deep seas with. Hopefully this will give us more control over Tierra Coppola, and over the Caribbean trade. The Spaniards and French will no doubt clamor over each other for our gold."" Danilo said with a smile.<br/>""Our control over the Atlantic will dramatically increase, Doge,"" Logan, Remei's economic adviser said, ""and this will pave the road for us to construct more ocean-going craft. With the iron and bronze from the Aegean, nobody in the east will be able to oppose our control of the seas."" He finished.<br/>""Great, see that the Greeks are defended and... Kept peaceful. We needn't have any, even minor, uprisings on our hands for the time being. Have them finish the fleets, and I'll go talk to my son in Atenai.""<br/>""Yes, Doge."" Both advisers said.<br/><br/><br/>(Just a quicky to show what's up)"
11249,Guns of Our Forefathers³: Reborn (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323153,2014-12-11T16:12:00,Liecthenbourg,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #800000""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth</span></span></span><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://s28.postimg.org/lgg3392pp/Chor_giew_kr_lewska_kr_la_Zygmunta_III_Wazy_svg.png""/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Pro Fide, Lege et Rege!</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Chapter 1;</span><br/><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;"">A World of Old and a World of New</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Warsaw</span></div><br/><hr/><br/>""Order, Order!"" barked King Wladyslaw, his sceptre rattling as he stood up in annoyance. The various sejm's turned from their bickering, it having caused a great commotion within the Polish Parliament Chambers. Grand details had been engraved on tables, columns and desks around the immense room, a testimony to the harmony of the Commonwealth. Here, the sejm's had been debating a colonial endeavour and how some, the more reluctant of the group, had been unwilling to fund a colonial venture into the lands south of Ostrow in the New World. The others had put this idea into full throttle, as they believed it would help solidify the position of the Commonwealth in the New World.<br/>""I tire of this pointless and obsolete debating. Put it towards a vote now, sejm's, and let the will of you and the people push for the Commonwealth's desires - not a debate, not at this point anyhow."" Heads fell in shame, but many agreed to the words of the King, for sensible they were.<br/><br/>A few hours later, after a lunch break, the votes had been gathered and counted. Wladyslaw had subconsciously began fiddling with his hands as he awaited the speaker of the sejm slowly advanced to a central podium and began to speak. The elderly gentlemen removed the seal from the envelope within his gloved hands and slowly brought them up closer to his spectacles.<br/>""It is with great pride that I announce..."" he continued to pull up the parchment, the tension being felt by all in the room. ""That the results... are a vote of a majority of Yes, in favour of the new colonial ventures.""<br/><br/><hr/><br/><div align=""middle""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Gdansk</span></div><br/><hr/><br/>Gdansk was the principle port of the Commonwealth, a mighty trading centre filled with goods from across the Baltic and the New World. It was always hustling and bustling with activity, but never quite like today. In harbour sat a dozen ships, finally crafted sea going vessels adorned with cannon and hulls of immense storage space. These were the colonial vessels the Commonwealth would use, to ferry the colonists to Ostrow and then for them to make the trek south west of it, to settle new lands. In port however, they were now being stocked with foods, munitions and supplies for the eventual settlement - for the territory was a cruel and unforgiving mistress.<br/><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""middle""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://s23.postimg.org/nbeh2d7w7/1024px_Coat_of_Arms_of_the_Polish_Lithuanian_Com.png""/><br/>To: Her Royal Highness, Queen Margaret of Scotland.<br/>From: His Royal Highness, Wladyslaw III, King of Poland, Grand Duke of Lithuania.</div><br/><br/>Greetings and Honest tidings fair Monarch of Caledonia! I write this letter you as a gesture of good will and I hope to find you in good health and in spirit under the watchful vigil of the Lord. It is with great enthusiasm and truthfulness that I put forward the following proposition. I believe, that due to tidings from the past century, many a conflict will see themselves arise here in Europe. It is because of this that I ask, to solidify a friendship of our nations (Due to a familiar side on the Thirty Years War, in which we both fought against the Austrians if my fathers tales can be remember correctly), if you would be interested in a Royal Marriage between our houses.<br/><br/>I await your response and hope for the best.</blockquote>"
11250,Guns of Our Forefathers³: Reborn (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323153,2014-12-11T17:49:00,Valentir,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/2/28/Imperial_Coat_of_Arms_of_the_Empire_of_Austria.svg/487px-Imperial_Coat_of_Arms_of_the_Empire_of_Austria.svg.png""/></div><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 125%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">""Cinere in capite iterum surgit"" - <span style=""font-style: italic"">Kaiser Leopold I</span></span></span></div><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><div align=""center"">Chapter 1 - Eine Krone Wiedergeboren</div></span></span><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""color: #FF8000"">Hofburg, Wien, Krone von Österreich</span></div><br/>The Imperial Court was full of the sounds of chatter and the lords and ladies of the Österreich engaged in conversation over the latest news in Wien. The Grand Hall of the Hofburg was buzzing with the news, with the various aristocratic alliances that fractured the court attempting to make sense of the situation. The conservative faction of the court, lead by Count Heinrich von Wolkenstein, were greatly intrigued by the developments of the past few days. ""....<span style=""font-style: italic"">this will greatly harm our chances for control of the Chancellorship</span>!"" coughed Viscount Adolf von Traun, his voice cracking after every word. Adolf was one of the oldest members of the conservative faction, and for years has been plagued by a terrible cough. He attempted to continue speaking, but was interrupted by the young Count Gerhard von Metternich, ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">This will hardly weaken our position</span>.<span style=""font-style: italic"">If anything it will add more legitimacy to our cause</span>,<span style=""font-style: italic"">and if we can pin the whole affair on the liberals</span>,<span style=""font-style: italic"">even better</span>."" A few of the men present nodded in agreement, but Adolf would have none of it, ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">You cannot be serious Gerhard</span>!<span style=""font-style: italic"">Do you think the liberals are stupid</span>?<span style=""font-style: italic"">They would see our slander coming from miles away</span>,<span style=""font-style: italic"">and turn it on you</span>.<span style=""font-style: italic"">No</span>,<span style=""font-style: italic"">we must begin to strengthen our position and secure as many positions as possible</span>.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Only then can we</span>....""<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Gentlemen</span>,<span style=""font-style: italic"">enough of this bickering</span>.<span style=""font-style: italic"">We do nothing for now but wait and see what the Kaiser has to say</span>.<span style=""font-style: italic"">We will act once we know what his plans are</span>,"" said Count Heinrich as he ended the little argument. He started to speak again but soon the entire hall was silent. At the end of the Grand Hall the great oak doors began to creak open, and a large shadow emerged. Soon the lords and ladies of the hall began to bend over and bow, one by one. Heinrich, Adolf, and Gerhard did the same, for it only meant one thing. The Kaiser had arrived. Leopold I walked gracefully down the center carpet of the Grand Hall. He walked with pride, his head held high. His figure was most excellent and despite his advancing age he was still in good health, to the dismay of radical reformists. The Kaiser approached the throne, which was heavily decorated in gemstones of the finest quality, from the mines of Neu Tyrol in Africa. Leopold took a seat on the great chair, which was too small for the large kaiser. The Kaiser nodded and the Bishop of Wien opened a prayer, ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Pater Noster</span>,<span style=""font-style: italic"">qui es in caelis</span>,<span style=""font-style: italic"">sanctificetur nomen tuum</span>.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Adveniat regnum tuum</span>.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Fiat voluntas tua</span>,<span style=""font-style: italic"">sicut in caelo et in terra</span>.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Panem nostrum quotidianum da nobis hodie</span>,<span style=""font-style: italic"">et dimitte nobis debita nostra sicut et nos dimittimus debitoribus nostris</span>.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Et ne nos inducas in tentationem</span>,<span style=""font-style: italic"">sed libera nos a malo</span>.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Amen</span>."" The room was quiet, not a single sound made, and then the Kaiser rose from the throne. He towered over all in the court, his eyes gazing from one side of the room to the next. Finally after several seconds of silence he began to speak, ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Lords and ladies of the Österreich</span>,<span style=""font-style: italic"">I have summoned you here</span>,<span style=""font-style: italic"">at such an early hour on this fine morning</span>,<span style=""font-style: italic"">to bring you most sorrowful news</span>.<span style=""font-style: italic"">At eight o'clock last night</span>,<span style=""font-style: italic"">Chancellor Reinhard was found dead at his estate in Wien</span>,<span style=""font-style: italic"">stabbed multiple times</span>,"" the court let out a small cry of shock. Reinhard's wife and son, Marabelle and Erwin, burst into tears. The Kaiser continued, ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Chancellor Reinhard served the Österreich for twenty years</span>,<span style=""font-style: italic"">helping guide this great kingdom into a new age</span>.<span style=""font-style: italic"">He was honourable man</span>,<span style=""font-style: italic"">a man of highest moral quality</span>.<span style=""font-style: italic"">He was loved by his allies and respected by his opponents for his integrity and love for his family and country</span>.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Reinhard was a personal friend of mine</span>,<span style=""font-style: italic"">and he will be missed</span>.<span style=""font-style: italic"">In honour of his memory he shall be given a stat</span>....."" the Kaiser stared down at the floors of the hall, the words caught in his mouth. It was several moments before he steeled himself and continued, ""...<span style=""font-style: italic"">state funeral</span>,<span style=""font-style: italic"">for his many years of service</span>.<span style=""font-style: italic"">I offer my condolences to his wife and son, who have always been good friends of the Crown</span>."" The court turned to look at Marabelle and Erwin, who hugged each other tightly.<br/><br/>Then the crowd of aristocrats turned again when, a new voice, deep and hoarse, filled the room, ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Your majesty</span>,<span style=""font-style: italic"">this is truly a terrible loss</span>.<span style=""font-style: italic"">I was never close with the late Chancellor</span>,<span style=""font-style: italic"">but I</span>,<span style=""font-style: italic"">like many other here</span>,<span style=""font-style: italic"">admired his diligence</span>,<span style=""font-style: italic"">and he has been a true servant of the Crown</span>.<span style=""font-style: italic"">However</span>,<span style=""font-style: italic"">and I know this is rather hard to think of in such a time</span>,<span style=""font-style: italic"">but who will take over his responsibilities as Chancellor</span>?<span style=""font-style: italic"">Reinhard ran every ministry</span>,<span style=""font-style: italic"">personally oversaw the military and economy</span>,<span style=""font-style: italic"">and kept numerous records in his estate</span>.<span style=""font-style: italic"">With no Chancellor</span>,<span style=""font-style: italic"">what are your plans to reorganize government</span>,<span style=""font-style: italic"">your majesty</span>?""<br/><br/>The Kaiser turned to the deep voiced man, who he recognized as Georg von Rommel, Count of Augsburg. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">My lord Georg</span>,<span style=""font-style: italic"">I thank you for your kind words</span>,<span style=""font-style: italic"">and I assure that the government will continue as before</span>,"" Leopold turned to face the entire court, ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">I shall assume the duties of the Chancellorship</span>,<span style=""font-style: italic"">and from this day hence</span>,<span style=""font-style: italic"">until I find a worthy successor</span>,<span style=""font-style: italic"">the government shall be run by a new ministry, headed by me personally</span>."" The court began gazed and one another and began to whisper. The Chancellorship was the most powerful position in the Kingdom, and has been contested for decades. With the Kaiser taking up its power, it made the position worthless.<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">If it is the wish of your majesty</span>.<span style=""font-style: italic"">I have no doubt that the Osterreich shall flourish as it did under Reinhard</span>.""<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Thank you</span>,<span style=""font-style: italic"">Lord Georg</span>.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Now, that shall be all. Court is hereby dismissed</span>,"" Leopold nodded to the Bishop, who gave one last prayer. The kaiser then stepped down from the throne and walked again to the door. The lords and ladies bowed again, and the Kaiser exited out of the Grand Hall. With court officially ended, the liberals and conservatives too made their exits, returning to their respective quarters. Leopold had changed everything, and the political landscape had turned. This was a new dawn for the Osterreich."
11251,Guns of Our Forefathers³: Reborn (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323153,2014-12-11T21:19:00,Bujahla,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><hr/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 300%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""color: #FF0040"">日本国</span></span></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/yMpYv1R.png""/><br/><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #FF0040"">The State of Japan</span></span><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #FF0040"">The Empire of the Rising Sun | Chapter 1: Tales of an Empire</span></span><hr/></div></blockquote><br/><hr/><hr/><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://d2ouvy59p0dg6k.cloudfront.net/img/bentenan_sulawesi_57339_357579.jpg""/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">A photo of Lake Matano.</span></div></blockquote><hr/><br/><div style=""margin-left:75px; margin-right:75px; margin-bottom:5px; margin-top:5px"">When the Japanese first got involved in the Indonesian islands, there was no original intent to control these lands. In the mid 1600's the Japanese merchants began searching for more markets to explore. Having expanded trade with the European nations, the Japanese merchants realized they lacked the many spices and rare luxury items that the Europeans were looking for. In order to accommodate for this, Japanese merchants began trading with the small tribes of Indonesia. From Java to Sulawesi, they expanded their contacts and began buying the spices, metals, and more goods from the region. By the 1630's they were very invested in Sulawesi and the middle islands. At this point, the Japanese Merchant Company, a company modeled off the European style organizations, asked permission from the Emperor to create a colony with the many trading posts they operated. It was granted and the colony was named Kōryō shotō (Spice Islands). It was controlled by the JMC and still is to this day. It took quite some time to be fully controlled. The Japanese had to fight a war against the Gowa, the major power on the west coast. In the late 60's, the company had to deal with fighting numerous warlords. By 1670, however, the JMC had forced all warlords and societies to agree to the colony structure. They were given significant degrees of autonomy but control of trade was given to the JMC. In fighting against the warlords, the company was aided by the Kingdom of Bone, which was given significant control over the island and a voice in the colonial structure. <br/><br/>Of the many facets of the colony, perhaps the most important is Lake Matano. A historic source of iron imports, it was one of the major reasons for colonizing Sulawesi. Since the creation of the Kōryō shotō colony, the lake has been continually exploited to sell the iron to various nations. The Japanese government bought a lot of iron for the daimyos as well as Emperor's army. A significant share of the iron is sold to the Mughals, Iberians, and Swedish as well.</div><hr/><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""></div></blockquote><hr/><br/><div style=""margin-left:75px; margin-right:75px; margin-bottom:5px; margin-top:5px""></div><hr/><br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">To-Do List:</span><br/><del>- Merchants in Kōryō shotō</del><br/>- Swag-on Wagon trains in Rikushū<br/>- Samurai in Shiberia<br/>- Explorers in New World<br/>- Japanese pirates in Danish Mexico<br/>- Other stuff<br/><br/><dl class=""codebox""><dt>Code: <a href=""#"" onclick=""selectCode(this); return false;"">Select all</a></dt><dd><code><br/>[box][align=center][img][/img]<br/>[i][/i][/align][/box][hr][/hr]<br/>[blocktext][/blocktext][hr][/hr]<br/><br/></code></dd></dl>"
11252,Guns of Our Forefathers³: Reborn (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323153,2014-12-11T21:22:00,The Kingdom of Glitter,"<div align=""center""><div style=""margin-left:75px; margin-right:75px; margin-bottom:5px; margin-top:5px""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><hr/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/9/93/Royal_Coat_of_Arms_of_the_Kingdom_of_Scotland.svg/248px-Royal_Coat_of_Arms_of_the_Kingdom_of_Scotland.svg.png""/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">The Kingdom of Scotland</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 130%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #0040FF"">Kinrick o Scotland | Rìoghachd na h-Alba</span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #FFBF00"">A New Era Dawns</span></span><br/><span style=""color: #FFBF00""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Edinburgh, Scotland | January 1700 Anno Domini</span></span><br/><br/><hr/></blockquote></div></div><br/><br/>As the clocks struck midnight, a chorus of bagpipes and cheers filled the city of Edinburgh. The new year had arrived, as had a new century. The seventeenth century was a glorious one for Scotland. It was the start of the colonial empire and many great and noble leaders. It was also the first century that the House of Stuart-Vasa held the Scottish throne. Queen Margaret, the head of the ruling house, walked out onto the balcony of Edinburgh Castle, escorted by her husband the Prince-Consort, to view the fireworks which began to burst into color over Auld Reekie. Following closely behind was the Duke of Rothesay, Prince Andrew, and the twins, Margaret and Mary. The rest of the Stuart-Vasa children remained inside the castle, largely occupied with themselves or fast asleep.<br/><br/>As Margaret reached the end of the balcony, she looked down to view the capital of her nation. Edinburgh was an old city, but it was one of beauty. It was often called ""The Athens of the North"", and she certainly lived up to the title. The Royal Mile of the city was one of the few remaining on the continent that looked the same as it did 200 years prior. The royals had always helped maintain the lands surrounding their various estates. Edina was certainly a city of beauty, and one the Scots were proud of.<br/><br/>Two of the Queen's Border Collies, Reverend and Duchess, followed closely behind the Queen and were warmly greeted by her children. As the royals marveled in awe at the beauty of the fireworks above their capital, the Prime Minister and the Lord High Marshal began to approach them. The Prime Minister was a rather distance relative of the Queen, related to her by marriage through Margaret Stuart-Vasa Mackenzie, who married George Mackenzie, chief of the powerful Clan Mackenzie and Earl of Cromartie. The Prime Minister held the second title that ran in the Clan, the Earldom of Seaforth. He was a man in his fifties and had once served in the Royal Scots Army before carrying on the family tradition of entering Parliament, after his father's death and ascension to the Earldom of Seaforth. It was then that he entered the House of Lords and began his political career, quickly working his way up the political ladder and was appointed Prime Minister by Queen Margaret. The Queen was still largely responsible for the operations of her realm, but Earl Seaforth helped her with day to day decisions and acted as her top adviser. He was given some political authority, but still needed permission from the Queen to do most things, of which he would almost always receive.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Your Grace, I do hate to interupt""</span>, Earl Seaforth said to Queen Margaret.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""But Earl Aberdeen and I have finished formulating our plans.""</span><br/><br/>The Queen turned around with a smile on her face.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Ah, Earl Seaforth. And Earl Aberdeen, what a pleasant surprise. I am most intrigued to hear from you, but this is not a matter for the children. Stay with us for a while until the fireworks have finished, and then we shall make our way to the Drawing Room.""</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Yes of course, Madame. It would be my pleasure.""</span><br/><br/>The party continued to watch the fireworks, as the twins played with Reverend and Duchess. They eventually came to a close, and Prince Karl took the children inside while the Queen headed for the drawing room with the Prime Minister and the Lord High Marshall. They entered the room and sat down.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Can I interest you in some tea, gentlemen?""</span>the Queen asked her visitors.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Oh no thank you, Your Grace.""</span>the Lord High Marshall said in reply.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""However, I would love to show you what Earl Seaforth and I have devised.""</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Pray tell, Earl Aberdeen.""</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""As requested, I have met with the various generals and commanders of our army to discuss a possible invasion of Ireland, in order to capture and secure Dublin and the Meath area. The Lord High Marshall of Ulster has suggested we launch our attack from Warrenpoint, and quickly capture Dundalk. We would then follow the coastline and take Drogheda and eventually Dublin. We expect minimal resistance, especially if our surprise attack works.""</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""It sounds rather simple, at least the way you worded it. What do you think, Earl Seaforth. Can we expect help from the Swedes? And what about the French?""</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""I think we can, Madame. The Swedes and the French would not have to commit much to this war, and would mainly declare as a formality to honor their alliances with us. I can send word to our embassies in Paris and Stockholm and has for a confirmation, if you would like me to.""</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""That would be lovely, thank you Earl Seaforth. And have any of you spoken to the Lord High Admiral yet? We will need to use our navy in order to blockade and bombard Dublin. And are we confident our southern border is secure? We must make sure the English and the Danes would not react negatively. And, should they do so, our border must be secure.""</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""The Borders are safe, Madame. The forts are fully garrisoned and our border clans are fully prepared to deal with an English invasion. And, should they attack, we can surely expect help from the French and the Swedes. Besides, I highly doubt they would risk war with us and our allies over Ireland. They have no interest there, we however do.""</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Well, I am unsure yet. I would like to consult my husband on the matter, as he is quite well versed when it comes to war. And of course I will need to pray. I shall give you an answer shortly, Earl Seaforth. And I thank the both of you for your time, and hope that together we can claim what is rightfully ours.""</span><br/><br/><div align=""center""><div style=""margin-left:75px; margin-right:75px; margin-bottom:5px; margin-top:5px""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><hr/><br/><span style=""color: #FFBF00""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Hamilton, New Caledonia | January 1700 Anno Domini</span></span><br/><br/><hr/></blockquote></div></div><br/><br/>The colony of New Caledonia was Scotland's largest and most valuable dominion. The discovery of the abundance of cotton years ago only helped propel the growth of the colony, as wealthy families, such as the Mackenzies of the Highlands and the Hamiltons of the Lowlands, invested further in its development. The demand for cotton was on the rise throughout the Scottish homeland, as it was being used to begin making clothing, alongside Scotland's native wool.<br/><br/>Due to the high levels of investment from the homeland, New Caledonia was able to expand as it wished. Settlements continued to grow both in physical size and population.<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Raleigh,_North_Carolina"" rel=""nofollow"">Hamilton</a>, the administrative capital of Sinclair, soon became the largest Scottish city in North America. The city was home to the Governor-General of Sinclair, Governor Alexander Campbell, and a loosely formed Assembly that handled some issues that faced the colony, but its foreign and domestic policies were largely influenced by Edinburgh and the Governor-General. In Rothesay, the other province of New Caledonia, the Governor-General resided in<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Charleston,_South_Carolina"" rel=""nofollow"">Stuartston</a>. The city was much smaller than her counterpart in Sinclair, but it was still the largest settlement in Rothesay. Both cities had become major centers of trade, alongside<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Norfolk,_Virginia"" rel=""nofollow"">Edina</a>, which acted as Scotland's trading port on the Chesapeake Bay, opening up trade with the Swedish colony of Nya Sverige.<br/><br/>For Sinclair, opportunity was abundant. Unlike Rothesay, the province was not isolated from the frontier, and its most western lands were considered the Scottish frontier. Forts were constructed throughout the frontier of Sinclair in order to protect the province from Indian raids, along with Scotia's influence in the region. The forts would also make westward expansion much easier for the Scots. Several forts were established and garrisoned around the turn of the century, namely<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chattanooga,_Tennessee"" rel=""nofollow"">Fort Andrew</a>,<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Knoxville,_Tennessee"" rel=""nofollow"">Fort Alexander</a>,<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Johnson_City,_Tennessee"" rel=""nofollow"">Fort Unicorn</a>, and<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cookeville,_Tennessee"" rel=""nofollow"">Fort Belfast</a>. The Governor-General also ordered an expedition westward, led by prominent Scotch-Irish explorer Andrew Jackson in order to fully explore the lands in order for the colony to plan further expansion.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><div style=""margin-left:75px; margin-right:75px; margin-bottom:5px; margin-top:5px""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><hr/><br/><span style=""color: #FFBF00""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Port Darien, Darien Colony | January 1700 Anno Domini</span></span><br/><br/><hr/></blockquote></div></div><br/><br/>It was the Company of Scotland that established the Darien Colony in 1698. Founded in 1695 after Parliament passed the Company of Scotland Act, it was granted a monopoly of on Scottish trade to India, Africa and the Americas and also extraordinary sovereign rights and temporary exemptions from taxation. They first established<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Col%C3%B3n,_Panama"" rel=""nofollow"">Port Darien</a>after Thomas Drummond lead 1,250 Scots to the colony. Many more would arrived, as they were sponsored by the nobility back home, which was done in order to receive the various baronetcies offer by the Scottish Government in exchange for supporting the Company of Scotland. The government also sent over two companies of soldiers in order to aid in the expansion of the colony, eventually being garrisoned in the forts constructed for them, namely<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/La_Palma,_Dari%C3%A9n"" rel=""nofollow"">Fort Margaret</a>,<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/David,_Chiriqu%C3%AD"" rel=""nofollow"">Fort Malcom</a>, and<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Upala"" rel=""nofollow"">Fort Ross</a>. Other settlements were established throughout the Darien Colony, such as<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/San_Jos%C3%A9,_Costa_Rica"" rel=""nofollow"">Saint Columba</a>and<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Panama_City"" rel=""nofollow"">New Edinburgh</a>.<br/><br/>Currently, around 5,000 Scots had migrated to the colony to establish new lives in the Darien Colony, as the Company of Scotland actively searched for more colonists to move to the colony. They were also looking into potential colonization of Africa, as a rather sizable faction of the Company's governors believed Africa and India was the key to Scotland's riches, but the majority felt that before they could look East, they had to finish their business in the West. For now, the colony would continue to grow, under the ever watchful eye of the Scottish Government.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/9/93/Royal_Coat_of_Arms_of_the_Kingdom_of_Scotland.svg/200px-Royal_Coat_of_Arms_of_the_Kingdom_of_Scotland.svg.png""/></div><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">A Royal Decree from the Queen of Scots</span></div><div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-size: 85%; line-height: 116%;"">Her Grace Queen Margaret</span></span></div><hr/><br/>Dearest King Wladyslaw III,<br/><br/>While I was not on this earth for the Thirty Years War, I still remember the fierce commitment to honor and duty that our two nations shared during the conflict. And I can assure you I am not the only one in my realm who has remembered. <br/><br/>It would by my pleasure to arrange the betrothal of one of my daughters to one of your sons. Might I suggest one of my dearest twins, Margaret and Mary? They are currently twelve and will be ready for marriage in three years time.<br/><br/>I eagerly await your response.</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">From the Desk of the Prime Minister of Scots</span></div><div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-size: 85%; line-height: 116%;"">The Hon. Kennerth Mackenzie, Earl of Seaforth</span></span></div><hr/><br/>Dearest Ambassadors in Paris and Stockholm,<br/><br/>Her Grace has given us the approval for our plans in Ireland. As the final part of our scheme, I must ask you to confirm the support of the French and the Swedes on our behalf in the upcoming conflict. It is only through their support than we can be sure the Anglo-Danes will remain out of the conflict. <br/><br/>Please meet with your counterparts in your respective cities as soon as you receive this letter, as this is most urgent.</blockquote>"
11253,Guns of Our Forefathers³: Reborn (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323153,2014-12-13T10:17:00,G-Tech Corporation,"Reservacion? Si, le reservado."
11254,Guns of Our Forefathers³: Reborn (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323153,2014-12-13T11:52:00,Carathon,"<div align=""center""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/4/40/Blason_Empire_Latin_de_Constantinople.svg/440px-Blason_Empire_Latin_de_Constantinople.svg.png""/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Nihil Sine Deo<br/>Nothing Without God</span></span></blockquote></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Imperial City of Constantinople <br/>MDCC Anno Domini - January 15th, 1700. </span><br/><br/>Heinrich V Hohenzollern, Emperor in Constantinople reclined on his throne with a vague feeling of dread. Forty-seven years old, and suffering from ever increasing gout, soon he would have to listen to the whining of the peasant-rabble and worst of all, having to wash the feet of a commoner as a sign of piety and following the example of Jesus Christ. Though honestly, he absolutely loathed the tradition and saw the act of such prostration infront of his assembled nobles and retainers as a sign of weakness. But refusing to do such a thing would, perhaps, bring even worse consequences after all - none could forget the gory end of one of his predecessors, Friedrich III who refused to perform the act of modesty and when crops failed the following year, was seized upon by a mob whilst travelling to the marches - and by the time the Templars and Teutonic Knights managed to cut a swath to him, was delimbed, blinded and castrated, and promptly died several days later.<br/><br/>While some of the less-pious members of his court called it a coincidence, most viewed it as a warning that God was merciless and harsh in the treatment of those afflicted with the sin of<span style=""font-style: italic"">superbia.</span><br/><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""https://c1.staticflickr.com/3/2639/4015860626_5a83b44345.jpg""/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">A later romanticized painting of the Imperial Court, while the throne room itself is accurate there are many major anachronisms, especially in clothing.</span></div><br/><br/>The procession of peasants, commoners and lower merchants all seeking to voice their grievances, herded and packed together by Teutonic Knights and Imperial Soldiers, all being very careful not to let any-one of the rabble too close to His Grace. One at a time, they begged the Emperor for help. One sheep-herder tearfully explained that a gang of Knights broke into his home, feasted upon his live-stock and had their way with his virgin daughter. Merchants complained of oppressive tolls charged upon them moving goods to and from the Black Sea by the Bosphorus, and inner-city administrators appealed to the Emperor to subside ever-more-expensive grain for the poor of Antioch, Constantinople, Athens and the other great cities of the Empire.<br/><br/>Heinrich sheepishly waved man after man forward, gave vague promises of reform and change and occasionally bestowed a pittance of guilders as reinbursement. At one point, several nobles -<span style=""font-style: italic"">Freiherr</span>Reinkart von Ginhart and<span style=""font-style: italic"">Ritter</span>Wilhelm von Dietfurt - presented themselves to him, noticably without even acknowledging one another. They accused one-another of poaching upon the other's lands, and before the Emperor could even get a word in, began to insult one another. Bemused, Heinrich merely folded h is hands and watched.<br/><br/>""I do not believe it is<span style=""font-weight: bold"">*my*</span>fault that your lands are so barren that you have to resort to petty poaching on mine's, you insolent wretch!"" Reinkart, of technical higher rank then Wilhelm, snapped at the other man.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Barren!?""</span>Wilhelm grinded his teeth. ""The only thing that is<span style=""font-style: italic"">barren</span>is your father's wife, you vile spawn of a Moslem strumpet!""<br/><br/>Reinkart was taken back by such a grave insult infront of the entire court, and quickly riposted with the insinuation that Wilhelm's mother had the sexual habits of a small, furry rodent and his father had the scent of<span style=""font-style: italic"">Sambucus</span>about him, which led to Wilhelm demanding the Emperor to be allowed to duel Reinkart. Perhaps out of boredom more then anything, he gave his consent with a wave of his hand. Several merchants attending court silently gambled on who would win.<br/><br/>Reinkart and Wilhelm quickly went at it with longswords, and after a short duel, Reinkart fell to the ground, dead. Wilhelm suffered a wound for his troubles - one that would kill him via infection several weeks later - and gave the Emperor his thanks before limping out.<br/><br/>Heinrich sighed wistfully, before changing out of his Ermine and<span style=""font-style: italic"">Murex</span>regalia in-exchange for a simple, tortuously itchy hair-shirt. Several of his Greek administrators brought in a skinny, Turkish looking peasant with hands and body wrapped in thin strips of cloth. According to a Greek translator, the Turk had converted to Christianity. The Emperor frowned slightly as several servants brought a basin of water for the peasant to place his calloused feet into.<br/><br/>The Archbishop, from a raised podium, began to speak text from the bible itself.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-style: italic"">1 And before the feast of the passover, Jesus knowing that His hour hath come, that He may remove out of this world unto the Father, having loved His own who are in the world—to the end He loved them. 2 And supper being come, the devil already having put it into the heart of Judas of Simon, Iscariot, that he may deliver Him up, 3 Jesus, knowing that all things the Father hath given to Him—into His hands—and that from God He came forth, and unto God He goeth, 4 doth rise from the supper, and doth lay down his garments, and having taken a towel, he girded himself; 5 afterward he putteth water into the basin, and began to wash the feet of his disciples, and to wipe with the towel with which he was being girded. 6 He cometh, therefore, unto Simon Peter, and that one saith to him, ""Sir, thou—dost Thou wash my feet?"" 7 Jesus answered and said to him, ""That which I do thou hast not known now, but thou shalt know after these things;"" 8 Peter saith to him, ""Thou mayest not wash my feet—to the age."" Jesus answered him, ""If I may not wash thee, thou hast no part with me."" 9 Simon Peter saith to him, ""Sir, not my feet only, but also the hands and the head."" 10 Jesus saith to him, ""He who hath been bathed hath no need, save to wash his feet, for he is clean altogether; and ye are clean, but not all;"" 11 for He knew him who is delivering him up; because of this He said, ""Ye are not all clean."" 12 When, therefore, He washed their feet, and took His garments, having reclined at meat again, He said to them, ""Do ye know what I have done to you? 13 Ye call me, 'The Teacher' and 'The Lord', and ye say well, for I am; 14 if then I did wash your feet—the Lord and the Teacher—ye also ought to wash one another's feet. 15 For I have given thee an example, that ye should do as I have done to ye. Verily, verily, I say unto ye, the servant is not greater than his lord; neither he that is sent greater than he that sent him. If ye know these things, happy are ye if ye do them.""</span></blockquote><br/><br/>For the twenty-first time in his life, corresponding twenty-one years of reign, the Emperor knelt and began to wash the peasants feet with a sponge. He made no eye-contact, and simply thought of his throne and country while doing so. The Turkish peasant's face was neutral as he scraped over the dirt and callouses of his foot. The Emperor exhaled, and dropped the sponge into the basin. Suddenly the peasant's mouth moved wide into a rotten-tooth sneer, and with a motion of his hand, slid the cloth wrappings from his arms and hands, revealing swollen buboes, characteristic of...<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">THE PLAGUE!</span></span>"" One noble screeched out. The Emperor himself recoiled backwards in shock. The peasant's malevolent grin grew wider, and he slowly spoke in broken latin. ""God... wills.... it.""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Deus Vult.</span>The motto of the crusaders. ""Mein Gott im Himmel!"" The Emperor yelped out in shock, and simply stared awe-struck at the Turk. Slowly, rage began to over-take the Emperor and his fists curled. With a bellow of rage, he charged the peasant. Even as the Emperor throttled the skinny Turk to death, and bashed his skull onto the marble floor until it cracked open. Breathing heavily, Heinrich slowly rose to his feet, and looked to one of his Greek Administrators who had brought the Turk in. Many of the court attendants and noble had began to filter out at this point.<br/><br/>The Emperor glanced to one of his remaining Teutonic Knights, and motioned to the senior Greek. ""Kill this cunt."" The Greek began to yammer about how he was completely ignorant of the Turk's condition, and when Heinrich showed no signs of retracting the order, made a futile run for it only to be hounded down by his guards and received a dirk in his eye. Heinrich then, with a unhinged expression upon his face, very slowly and deliberately marched towards the remaining Greek, who whimpered, flinched and backtracked with every-step the Emperor advanced forward, until his back quite literally hit the wall.<br/><br/>The Emperor seized upon the man's silk robings, and raised his blood covered hand. ""Lick my hand."" The Greek gulped, frozen. ""<span style=""font-weight: bold"">LICK IT OR I'LL HAVE YOU HUNG, DRAWN AND QUARTERED!""</span>He barked at the man, who seemed to shrink into his clothes. Timidly, he extended his neck and ran his tongue over the Emperor's blood-stained hands. Contented, the Emperor released the man and spun on his heels. The Greek slid down the wall, and collapsed into a sobbing ball, knowing very well the results of coming in contact with infected fluids.<br/><br/>Heinrich took in a breath, and spoke in a low, grating voice. ""Get me my physicians.""<br/><br/><table border=""1"" cellpadding=""0"" cellspacing=""0"" width=""85%""></table><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">January 24th</span><br/><br/>The Emperor knelt infront of his bed. He was pale, weak, border-line delirious. His physicians had tried everything, leeches, incense - even more unorthodox methods. But nothing had work. His priest issued him his final rites from a distance, and left him alone in his chambers.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">I can't die. I am God's Servant. He will not smite me down. He, in his wisdom, merely tests my faith.</span><br/><br/>With this in mind, Heinrich prayed fervently. For hours at a time, he prostrated himself in a hair shirt and recited verses of the bibles, and begged and promised and beseeched god to spare him. From the bed-side, he ordered vast amounts of the treasury be donated to the church. He consumed nothing but a thin fast of bread and water, which went down his sandpaper throat more painfully each and every day. Eventually he abstained from food completely, and his hair grew matted and wild.<br/><br/>Even as the gangrene caused his fingernails to chip, peel and fall away, and his hands to slowly turn black he stayed knelt, rosary beads and cross between his charred fingers. He had lucid delusions of his dead wife, old hunting partners, and even his son Frederick who was far off fighting in the marches coming to pray with him. Part of him welcomed such things - no one deserved to die alone. Another part of him screeched and clawed, and refused to accept death.<br/><br/>""My Lord, Jesus Christ and the Father, God in Heaven...... I beseech you, spare your faithful servant.""<br/><br/>There was no response.<br/><br/>""I have taken up the cross... I have converted thousands of people to the true light.... I have devoted my life to your cause, my Lord.<br/><br/>There was no response.<br/><br/>""I have worn the hair-shirt, and washed the treacherous begger's feet. Have I not followed your example, my lord?""<br/><br/>There was no response.<br/><br/>""Please... what will become of my Empire and your faithful followers without me? Would you forsake them all with me? I beg of you, my Lord.<br/><br/>God was deaf.<br/><br/>Heinrich grinded his teeth, and with a sudden surge of furious strength tore apart the rosary beads and threw the cross at the stone wall, shattering it. ""<span style=""font-weight: bold"">YOU OLD IDIOT!</span>"" The dying man screamed to the heavens. ""<span style=""font-weight: bold"">WHY DO YOU SMITE YOUR MOST STEWART OF SERVANTS? WHY DO YOU LET THE HERETIC LIVE! THE HEATHEN BREATH ANOTHER DAY!?</span>""<br/><br/>He staggered up onto unstable feet, bellowing at the roof and beating upon his chest. ""<span style=""font-weight: bold"">YOU FUCKING CUNT! RELEASE ME OF THIS PLAGUE!~ I DEMAND IT OF YOU! YOU CANNOT DEFY ME!</span>"" His roar pierced through walls, and awoke several of his servants sleeping rooms apart.<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-weight: bold"">I RULE CHRISTIANITY! ME! I AM THE FINAL ARBITER OF TRUTH AND DEATH! YOU CANNOT DO THIS TO ME! I AM THE EMPEROR OF CONSTA- <span style=""font-style: italic"">*hack, hack*</span></span>"" The Emperor fell onto a knee, darkness invading his vision and his chest tightening. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">C-.o...n-....n-n...st..a</span>"" His limbs grew heavy as lead, and saliva black as tar began to fill his mouth and invade his lungs. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">.....s-.......t...a....n....i..-o..</span>""<br/><br/>Gravity pulled him to the ground with a thud, his body no-longer responding to his commands. His head felt as if it was about to burst. Froth from his mouth stained the cobblestone floor. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">..o-..o-ple.....</span>""<br/><br/>Then he knew no more."
11255,Guns of Our Forefathers³: Reborn (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323153,2014-12-13T18:10:00,Caltarania,"<div style=""margin-left:75px; margin-right:75px; margin-bottom:5px; margin-top:5px""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""color: #000080"">Konungariket Sverige</span></span></span><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/8/8d/Greater_coat_of_arms_of_Sweden.svg/200px-Greater_coat_of_arms_of_Sweden.svg.png""/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""color: #000080"">Chapter 2 - A New World Order</span></span></span></div><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""color: #000080""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Oldenburg, Swedish Germany<br/>January 20th, 1700</span></span></div></blockquote></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin-left:75px; margin-right:75px; margin-bottom:5px; margin-top:5px"">Oldenburg was an important city for Sweden. Though it was traditionally part of Germany, it had been under Swedish hegemony for so long that the majority of violent separatists had been quelled. Of course, this was aided by the autonomy granted to the city and surrounding areas, and by the Protestant unity promoted by the Thirty Year's War. The leader of the town - the Stadsdirektör - was appointed by the Swedish monarch in name, though usually the choice of the monarch was aided by the advice of major individuals within the city. The Stadsdirektör of the city at the moment was Nicolaes Witsen, a Dutch-born statesmen who had fled to Sweden to escape persecution from the Catholic state of Spain. He was well known through-out Sweden, as it was he who helped head the Svenska Ostindiska Companiet, and it was also he who organized the purchase and construction of the White Fleet that had conquered Malaya and subdued the Rajas of Southern India. His position as Stadsdirektör of Oldenburg, then, was one given to him based on personal merit. It was quite odd to think about it, however, as he was a Dutchman ruling over Germans under the instruction of Swedes.<br/><br/>WIP<br/><br/>Still to do:<br/>-Message to New Israel<br/>-Reply to Scotland<br/>-Discussion of the HRE between Nicolaes and others<br/>-The unveiling of a new statue in Oldenburg<br/><br/><div align=""center""><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Translations""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""></div></div></div></div></div>"
11256,Guns of Our Forefathers³: Reborn (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323153,2014-12-13T18:51:00,Mesrane,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/TGnEizd.png""/></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><div align=""center"">The Kingdom of Persia</div></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">January, 1700</span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Kerman, Persia</span><br/><br/>Tahmasp II, Shahanshah of Persia, gestured for General Aibek Akhun to rise from his kneeling position. ""General Akhun,"" Tahmasp's voice bellowed throughout the Great Hall of towering Baqiyat Palace, home of the Safavid Shahs for two hundred years. ""What news from Samarqand, General?""<br/><br/>Akhun inclined his head once more. ""The 'rebellion,' has mostly ended without a fight, my Shah. The Uzbek chief Sholgat has been talked out of secession by the provincial governor. His small army has disbanded and returned to their homes. My troops did engage in a cavalry skirmish outside of Khiva, but it lasted just a few minutes and the Uzbeks were handily beaten off. The remaining chiefs have reaffirmed their loyalty to you. It seems Sholgat never experienced much popular support anyways. Order is restored, my Shah.""<br/><br/>Sitting as comfortably as he could arrange himself in the rather comfortless throne, Tahmasp looked upon General Akhun with approval. ""Excellent work, General. You may return to your post in Khiva with my blessing and disband whatever reserves you mustered.""<br/><br/>Bowing once more, Akhun turned and strode out.<br/><br/>Tahmasp contemplated affairs elsewhere in his realm as servants bustled about, for lunch was nearly ready. Daryaband, the Persian foothold in southeastern Africa, was doing quite well. Sporadic native attacks had ceased entirely over the past decade, and the mines were continuing to turn out iron and smaller amounts of gold. Native guides would often take Persian explorers and huntsmen north into a lush plain region with myriad exotic animals. Lion skins and elephant ivory often graced the stalls of vendors in Daryaband these days. Of equal importance however, was the need for these goods, along with Afghanistan's staple Opium, to be exposed to European markets. With Georgia in the west however, an overland route was becoming increasingly annoying.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Ah Georgia, how a divided Persia rends at my very soul.</span>This Romanian Empire was intriguing, to say the least. Tahmasp wasn't sure what to make of them but in the meantime wished for cordial relations. Tahmasp twiddled his thumbs as he thought. Finally, he whistled to a nearby servant to catch his attention. ""Bring me paper and ink if you would.""<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div><span style=""font-style: italic"">To the esteemed Genghis Khan Altan, <br/><br/> Blessings of Allah be upon you. The might of your Khanate has long been a source of comfort to the Persian people and myself in particular. I do understand that Georgia has for a time been a thorn in your side; it has certainly been a thorn in mine. The division of the Persian homeland is a pain that racks me every day. Besides the numerous economic benefits of our nations possessing closer ties, an alliance would be of important military value to both of us. Therefore, I extend my hand in an offer of alliance to you. I eagerly await your response. <br/><br/> Sincerely, <br/><br/> Tahmasp II, Shahanshah of Persia</span></div></blockquote>"
11257,Guns of Our Forefathers³: Reborn (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323153,2014-12-14T11:23:00,The Khedive,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://static.eva.ru/eva/390000-400000/397688/channel/8005368310167935.jpg""/><hr/><span style=""font-size: 250%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">KINGDOM OF MOROCCO</span></span><hr/></div><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">WINTER 1111 HIJRA</span><br/><br/>The sun set on the Versailles of Africa, dipping into the brim of the snowcapped peaks of the Atlas Mountains, jutting like a backbone out of windswept dunes and rolling hills. While the stars marched into parade in that most far-flung western nation of Islam the palace at Meknes and, arguably, all other government buildings were drenched in their awfully familiar bustle of documents and dossiers. Indeed, it was an alien sight and, above all, a far cry from the internecine tribal warfare that marked — well, the rest of the nation not touched by permanent dwellings.<br/><br/>For the Maghreb was a land of tribes. A multitude. A plethora. Millions, possibly. And each an island of its own, unable to cooperate with the other, much less speak the same dialect. Therefore uprisings and civil war was the norm. Then there was the Timbuktu Pashalik, which had only risen in arms five years before. These cities of the Maghreb on the distant corners of the desert were the anchor to a raging sirocco that until Ismail ibn Cherif had threatened to tear the fiefdom apart.<br/><br/>But Ismail ibn Cherif of House Alaouite was now uncontested and paramount ruler of Morocco, Lord of Two Seas and Protector of the Faithful, and where he held court in the Francophilic Meknes, order and stability trickled down. The land was his by right and by force of arms, for it was only he that could unite this shattered realm after the Genoan War. True, as a somewhat enlightened despot he also had the tendency to veer too much into the despot half of his title, but he was king and his word was law, even if it meant a dozen arbitrary executions to keep the tribes in line.<br/><br/>Now in those flickering halls a man bloodied and mangled was being coaxed, more like dragged, across the mosaic floor of the central hall of the elaborate throne room to be brought to his knees — and the rest of his body slumped against the floor — before the great King of the Dunes.<br/><br/>""You are the... Genoan ambassador, yes?""<br/><br/>The man made a motion that could not have been any indication of an answer, but that did not matter.<br/><br/>""Tell your masters in Italy that the truce has expired. The time has come to renegotiate the terms. Ten thousand men are marching to If Genoa will not remove itself from Moroccan soil we will happily oblige.""<br/><br/>Ismail judged that he was in no shape to be delivering the message. So he summoned a slave for a turban and some nails.<br/><br/>""What, do you expect him to snivel in front of his lords without the proper attire?""<br/><br/>Knowing what was expected of him, the slave wrapped the turban around his Italian scalp and nailed it into place. The screams were sickening and did not end quick enough. The ambassador was dragged away, and slaves hurried over to clean the floors up.<br/><br/>""Now, before I proceed to prayer, how fares the expeditionary force?""<br/><br/>His adjutant responded. ""Ten thousand men are en route to Ceuta. Fifteen thousand men are being mustered to march to Ifni. Twenty thousand more are to be mobilised.""<br/><br/>""And the navy?""<br/><br/>""Currently moving to blockade Ceuta."""
11258,Guns of Our Forefathers³: Reborn (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323153,2014-12-14T16:26:00,Estva,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><div align=""center"">Kazan, The Mongolian World State</div></span></span><br/><br/>Altan, Khan of Khans and nominal ruler of the world, sat upon his golden throne contemplating the status of his realm.<br/><br/>His ancestors had solidified for him a great Kingdom, encompassing many subjects and plentiful land. Countless cities paid him tribute and sent their sons to fight in his name. Christians, Muslims, and Pagans alike tossed aside their differences for the greater glory. Altan prided himself on the humanist tolerance the Mongols were famous for, descending from the legacy of the original Genghis Khan. The Christian states prsecuted everyone that did not accept the validity of the Pope or their church, and the same was done to the south by the Muslims. Eastwards, the remnants of what was once the Mongolian Empire have fallen to the depths of barbarism and tribalism. While the Mughals continued the legacy in India, and Altan himself continued the legacy in Russia, elsewhere the dreams of a peaceful earth lie forgotten. The great god of the earth had surely chosen its champions.<br/><br/>Some issues still persisted, of course. The Mongol vassals, dominating primarily in the south and east, had enforced an elective monarchy. ""Elected"", of course, by the Mongol vassals and the Russian delegates. While he was still an absolute monarch, these elections meant he could not always guarantee that his offspring would take the throne after his departure. Still, some argued this granted a stability many of the other feudal kingdoms failed to offer, as their constant civil war had proven.<br/><br/>In the northwest and west, Russian populations remained especially prominent. Novgorod, which had ever since declared fealty to the Golden Horde, eventually rebelled as the Kingdom centralized This rebellion, which attracted a variety of Russian city-states and principalities, was brutally crushed. Since then, each Russian province is ruled over by a Russian noble or plutocrat appointed for life(unless removed by the Khan) by the Khan himself. One the Khan dies, they too may vote upon an heir.<br/><br/>Quickly, Altan snapped out of it as one of his servants brought a letter from the Shahansha of Persia, desiring an alliance. The Georgians, having long pestered the Mongolians with their stalwart defense of the Caucasus, along with the occupation of Persian lands, were a common threat. Altan was inclined to agree, and began formulating a response to the proposal.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To the great Shahanshah Tahmasp II,<br/><br/>Indeed, the Georgians have long proven to be a nemesis to the peace-loving and brotherly nations of Persia and Mongolia. Friendship and mutual economic partnership would doubt benefit us both, and the brotherhood our warriors share shall suppress the indignant Georgians. I whole-heartily accept your proposal.<br/><br/>Sincerely,<br/>Genghis Khan Altan</blockquote>"
11259,Guns of Our Forefathers³: Reborn (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323153,2014-12-15T08:33:00,Epraria,"<span style=""color: #0000BF""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Le Royaume de France</span></div></span></span><br/><br/><span style=""color: #0000BF""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Paris, Ile-de-France</span></span><br/><br/>The city of Paris was undoubtedly the single most important city in all of France. The city was on top of having the largest population also the official seat of power for the King of France Louis XIV who had spent much time and effort on creating monuments, palaces, churches and galleries inside the city in an effort to make it the second Rome of Europe. The real seat of power however was in the palace of Versailles where King Louis XIV resided and ruled France from.<br/><br/>Louis' reforms had thrown away the last remains of French feudalism and the state was centralized and focused on the orders of the king who had full power over the politics and decisions of France and her colonies. His rule had brought in a new series of expansions both into mainland Europe and in the colonies but this had also brought in enemies and foes to France including the old foe of England. This was the reason the alliance between Scotland and France had been established in the face of the common enemy of England.<br/><br/>So when the Scottish ambassador came and asked for support of the Scottish invasion of Ireland Louis XIV had only two choices. To either honor the alliance or hurt France's honor and decline it. The choice was in the eyes of the king easy. For surely what danger could Ireland posses to mighty France?<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""color: #0000BF"">Nouvelle-Nantes, Vice-royauté de Nouvelle-France</span></span><br/><br/>New France was the youngest of France colonies in the Americas having been established around the city of new Nantes only in the 17th century. Despite that the colony was the largest France had in the Americas. The colony had originally been established around the city of new Nantes which was a good port and soon more settlements where made in the region as the fertile soil in the south helped the establishment of settlements while the fur trade and fishing to the north made more money for the continued expansion and investment in the colonies.<br/><hr/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Royal decree of the King of the French</span><br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-size: 85%; line-height: 116%;"">His grace King Louis XIV</span></span></div><hr/><br/><br/>To the honorable queen Margaret I of Scotland,<br/><br/>It is with honor and joy that I honor our alliance, of course France will join it's northern ally in the invasion of the Irish and the continuation of the long standing alliance between France and Scotland. <br/><br/>At the same time I would wish to ask for the hand of your daughter Mary in a royal marriage to my grandson Louis Le petit Dauphin so that the friendship and alliance that exists between our two nations can become stronger.</blockquote><br/><hr/><br/>WIP<br/>To be prettified and improved once I get a working computer."
11260,Guns of Our Forefathers³: Reborn (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323153,2014-12-15T09:00:00,Liecthenbourg,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #800000""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth</span></span></span><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://s28.postimg.org/lgg3392pp/Chor_giew_kr_lewska_kr_la_Zygmunta_III_Wazy_svg.png""/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Pro Fide, Lege et Rege!</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Chapter 2;</span><br/><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;"">Setting Foot on Stranger Shores</span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Grunty Koniec, Upper Canada, Canada (Modern Day Kingston)</span><br/>The flotilla of a dozen colonial ships sat calmly in the St Lawrence River, creaking only slightly from some winds here and there. They had arrived as planned, here in the New World and South of Ostrow to the destination they wanted - the rather un-European Claimed but Native Inhabited land they Polish had dubbed ""Grunty Koniec"" only merely because of its proximity to the Great Lakes and the St Lawrence River. Here, led by Jesuits and Cooperative Natives, the settlers of many different backgrounds had begun their descent onto the land - 720 individuals in all that would soon call this place home. Polish Militia, that had followed the ships down from Ostrow to this new location, also began to help with the establishing of homes for all as well as unpacking the supplies of food both they and the ships had brought. The day looked bright for the Commonwealth, but no one was too comfortable for danger could lurk around any corner.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""middle""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://s23.postimg.org/nbeh2d7w7/1024px_Coat_of_Arms_of_the_Polish_Lithuanian_Com.png""/><br/>To: Her Royal Highness, Queen Margaret of Scotland.<br/>From: His Royal Highness, Wladyslaw III, King of Poland, Grand Duke of Lithuania.</div><br/><br/>I am most honoured that you believe this to be a fine idea! <br/>I believe either of those fine daughters of yours, Margaret let us say, could become betrothed to my youngest son, who is also currently twelve, Prince Konstantyn. He will become Lord of Krakow once he is of age.<br/>I hope these terms are acceptable to you.</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""middle""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://s23.postimg.org/nbeh2d7w7/1024px_Coat_of_Arms_of_the_Polish_Lithuanian_Com.png""/><br/>To: The Most Noble and Honourable Ruler of the Mughal Dynasty<br/>From: His Royal Highness, Wladyslaw III, King of Poland, Grand Duke of Lithuania.</div><br/><br/>Greetings Noble Ruler of the Indias, I come bearing a word for thee entailing an agreement between our two nations. They are similar, yours and mine for the simple fact of the diversity of faith within our own borders that has erupted into a Utopian Harmony of Peace and Equality. It would be most beneficial to both parties, if the Mighty Commonwealth, could perhaps secure a Trading Port within your lands. This would allow the Commonwealth's United Naval Traders could operate in a new area - this would bring European goods such as advanced firearms and tactics, as well as goods from the New World to the Mughal Markets and your exotic goods into my markets. I hope you can find a suitable agreement to this, and I hope if so, you can set a suitable price!<br/><br/>I eagerly await your response.</blockquote>"
11261,Guns of Our Forefathers³: Reborn (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323153,2014-12-15T11:08:00,Timothia,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/09KH3IA.png?2""/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/eqfoVRf.png""/><hr/><br/><div style=""margin-left:75px; margin-right:75px; margin-bottom:5px; margin-top:5px""><span style=""font-size: 85%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">This,</span> <span style=""font-style: italic"">the fourth day of the second month of the one-thousand seven hundredth year of our Lord and the third year of the reign of His Majesty Philip-Louis, the second of his name, King of Sicily and Naples, King of Jerusalem, Duke of Naples, Sicily, Apulia, Spoleto, Capua, and Calabria, Duke of Athens and Neopatria, Crown of Achaea, Count of Neapolis, Taranto, Syracuse, and Palermo.</span></span></div><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Royal Palace, Naples, Kingdom of Sicily</span><br/><hr/></div><br/>Fate seemed to have taken a turn for the worse in southern Italy. For the last century, the Kingdom of Sicily had been held safely away from the zealous Catholics of France, Spain, and Austria by a Papal decree that August the Noble, easily the greatest Sicilian ruler in history, had managed to obtain. But alas, the decree would reach the end of it's mandate in a meager four days, and there hadn't been any success thus far in reaching another agreement. This would be a challenge to the best monarchs in Europe, but sitting at the helm of Sicily was none other than Philip-Louis II, a seventeen year old who had only been in sole rule of the kingdom for a year. Perhaps, after centuries of managing to maintain their independence against all odds, this would finally be the decade that did in the Kingdom of Sicily.<br/><br/>Awkwardly, Philip-Louis fidgeted on his throne. A courtier was reporting the current state of affairs to him and the nobles all sat around him, listening far more attentively than he was. The courtier was reciting to Philip-Louis - who was at least thirty years the man's junior - the terms of the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Unum Nil Nil</span>Decree of 1600, the ruling by the Pope that ""no Catholic ruler should war with Sicily on the grounds of their faith"". This was basically the only reason that Sicily had lasted this long, the boy-king pondered silently. Sicily was certainly more powerful than most of the other Italian city-states, but they were no match for just one of the major Catholic powers, let alone all of them. How had August the Noble ever managed to convince the Pope to agree to this? It was unbelievable to the teenaged sovereign.<br/><br/>As the courtier droned on through the long-winded decree, Philip-Louis' mind wandered elsewhere. If he was to survive in the future as a Protestant Prince amongst Catholic Kings without the protection of the Pope, then there would have to an alliance with a major power. Of course, England and Sweden seemed like obvious choices because of their similarities in doctrine. But the other Protestant powers could do precious little in the Mediterranean: here, Sicily stood alone. Whoever they aligned themselves with would have to be able to intervene in their sphere, and that pretty much ruled out anyone who espoused their beliefs. An alliance with France was virtually an alliance against England, and that wasn't a good idea. Similarly, siding with Austria was all but siding against Sweden. Of course, the Muslim powers were not an option. Thus, this left Spain as the sole actual option. What a strange marriage of nations that would be...<br/><br/>""And what say you, Majesty?"" asked the courtier. Apparently, the reading was over and a question or statement had been made which necessitated Philip-Louis' reply. But the king had not been listening, and now it caught up with him. In an attempt to save face, the young king cleared his throat as he tried his best to look thoughtful.<br/><br/>""I say that the statement be repeated so that I may better judge an answer."" said Philip-Louis.<br/><br/>""If that is what your Majesty wishes, I shall oblige."" answered the courtier as he turned over the document he had been reading and started it over once more. The King winced, for he had apparently just asked that the entire decree be re-read. These were the type of faux pas that he was making far too often in his short reign. He dared not make matters worse by interrupting the courtier, so he would just have to sit through another reading of the decree.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Letter to Austria""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><div style=""float: left;""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/1/1c/Arms_of_the_Kingdom_of_Naples.svg/103px-Arms_of_the_Kingdom_of_Naples.svg.png""/></div><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/1/17/King_Manfred_of_Sicily_Arms.svg/170px-King_Manfred_of_Sicily_Arms.svg.png""/><div style=""float: right;""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/2Jqpech.png?1""/></div></div>To His Majesty, Leopold, the first of his name, of the House of Habsburg, Emperor, King, Duke, Count, Lord-Mayor, Overlord, Guardian of the Danube, Master of the Adriatic, Lord-Protector of the the Holy Church, Defender of the Catholic Faith, etc.<br/><br/>From Philip-Louis, the second of his name, of the house Barcelona-Anjou, King, Duke, Crown, Count, etc.<br/><br/>Greetings, mighty Emperor! I pray that you prosper in all that God wills that you do! The just rule of your lands at your fair hand is a testament to the strength of centuries of nobility and royalty in your lineage and it also re-affirms your own personal skills and aptitude. Many pages could be filled with the stories and tales of your power and might, but that's not why I write to you this day.<br/><br/>This day, I write to you with a request. I shall not avoid that which I have to say, but rather I shall tell you without wasting your time, which I would think is quite valuable indeed. I need your assistance concerning the state of affairs in my Kingdom.<br/><br/>I am not a ruler who is advanced in his years, nor am I one who has a long life of collective wisdom from which to judge good decisions. But it is not difficult to recognize the dangerous situation that the Kingdom of Sicily stands in currently. The Unum Nil Nil decree has preserved my nation from the wroth of the other rulers of Europe. Indeed, my faith and the faith of my people is an issue for a great many people, especially in Italy. It has been said that the only thing holding back the floodgates of Catholics from Sicily is the Pope. However, now, I am not protected by the Pope.<br/><br/>As the Defender of your Faith, you are in, perhaps, the best situation to protect us and our independence. I don't ask you to embrace or protect what you consider heresy, I just ask you to preserve a Kingdom that the Pope found reason to protect, as well. <br/><br/>I believe that the marriage of my cousin, Anniballe, to a relative of yours would help to solidify an agreement between our nations and our families. We can pledge our armies and our navies to a mutual defensive agreement. I also wish to meet with the Empress of Spain, the Pope, and yourself in Rome some time this year to discuss the ending of the religious feuding which has come to be iconic of our continent. If you would be willing to make such a trip to Rome, then please indicate when you could do so and how that would work best. <br/><br/>As a showing of goodwill, I have sent you a set of very fine terra-cotta ceramic plates<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:Ceramic_Art_Pottery_Agatino_Caruso_Caltagirone_2.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">,</a> which are, in my opinion, the most beautiful pieces of dinnerware that can be found anywhere. I sincerely hope to be able to meet with you shortly.<br/><br/>I graciously thank you for your time.<br/><br/>Philip-Louis de Barcelona-Anjou</blockquote></div></div></div><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Letter to Spain""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><div style=""float: left;""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/1/1c/Arms_of_the_Kingdom_of_Naples.svg/103px-Arms_of_the_Kingdom_of_Naples.svg.png""/></div><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/1/17/King_Manfred_of_Sicily_Arms.svg/170px-King_Manfred_of_Sicily_Arms.svg.png""/><div style=""float: right;""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/2Jqpech.png?1""/></div></div>To Her Majesty Isabella, the second of her name, of the house of Hapsburg-Nassau, Empress, Queen, Duchess, Countess, etc.<br/><br/>From Philip-Louis, the second of his name, of the house Barcelona-Anjou, King, Duke, Crown, Count, etc.<br/><br/>Fairest Empress, I give you the most sincere and kind-hearted greetings that I can offer. The stories of your just and noble rule have carried across the Mediterranean, but they have also carried south of your lands in Italy. Your subjects are fortunate to have a ruler as capable as yourself. I regret not yet having the chance to meet you, and propose that such an opportunity be arranged at the soonest possible convenience for both of us. I shall discuss this prospect in more detail shortly.<br/><br/>This day, I write to you with a request. My nights have become fearful fits of worry and my days have been only marginally better, and both for the same reason. There is a certain treaty that has held my Kingdom together for this last century of turmoil, and it expires presently. As you well know, I sit on the throne of a Protestant kingdom. Since before the days of the German or French or English or Scandinavian Protestants, our tradition has been one that espouses differences form the Catholic church. We harbor no anger nor any desire for vengeance for the persecutions that have ben brought upon our brothers the world over, but we are not certain that the Catholic which share borders with us feel the same. <br/><br/>I humbly request two things of you: that you not put us to the sword and that you encourage your fellow Catholic rulers to do the same. For Spain's voice is an influential one in Europe, and when you speak, others listen. We are not fools: we recognize when we are over-matched. A Catholic purging of Sicily would result in our ultimate defeat. But the loss of lives - nay, the loss of brothers, fathers, and sons - would not bring glory to the God we both recognize. It is true that we both worship the same Lord; would it bring him glory to murder one another?<br/><br/>I propose that you meet with me in the city of Rome with the Pope and the Holy Roman Emperor. I believe that we can clear up our religious differences and end these wars of faith once and for all, turning our eyes to more productive endeavors. If you would be able make such a voyage, then please make this known to the emissary who brought the letter. Ideally, we would meet over the summer, but the date entirely depends on what is convenient for the Pope, the Emperor, and yourself.<br/><br/>As a showing of goodwill, I have sent you a set of very fine terra-cotta ceramic plates<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:Ceramic_Art_Pottery_Agatino_Caruso_Caltagirone_2.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">,</a> which are, in my opinion, the most beautiful pieces of dinnerware that can be found anywhere. I sincerely hope to be able to meet with you shortly.<br/><br/><br/>I graciously thank you for your time.<br/><br/>Philip-Louis de Barcelona-Anjou</blockquote></div></div></div>"
11262,Guns of Our Forefathers³: Reborn (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323153,2014-12-15T16:28:00,The Kingdom of Glitter,"<div align=""center""><div style=""margin-left:75px; margin-right:75px; margin-bottom:5px; margin-top:5px""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><hr/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/9/93/Royal_Coat_of_Arms_of_the_Kingdom_of_Scotland.svg/248px-Royal_Coat_of_Arms_of_the_Kingdom_of_Scotland.svg.png""/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">The Kingdom of Scotland</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 130%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #0040FF"">Kinrick o Scotland | Rìoghachd na h-Alba</span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #FFBF00"">Queen Margaret's War</span></span><br/><span style=""color: #FFBF00""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Warrenpynt, Ulster | February 1700 Anno Domini</span></span><br/><br/><hr/></blockquote></div></div><br/><br/>With reassurance from the French and the Swedes, Queen Margaret and her many advisers believed the time for war with Ireland had come. She ordered the movement of all available troops, totaling in almost 9,500 men to<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Warrenpoint"" rel=""nofollow"">Warrenpynt</a>on the border of Ulster and the Irish Confederation, to prepare for the intended surprise attack. The men were housed in temporary camps set up overnight on the properties of farmers in the area, who offered to loan their land to the Scottish government in exchange for some compensation. After all the final weeks of winter were approaching and the land was unused anyway, but Queen Margaret demanded that the farmers be justly compensated for the use of their land. Men were also being garrisoned in houses throughout the small town and the surrounding area. Similar to the farmers, the homeowners were paid for the voluntary hospitality. The Scotch-Irish people of Ulster were more than willing to sacrifice for a cause rather close to them, as they had always lived in fear of an Irish invasion and subsequent occupation of Ulster.<br/><br/>The movement of Scottish forces was noticed by those close to the border in Ireland, and the Scottish Ambassador in Kilkenny was summoned to James II of Ireland's Court. Ambassador Ferguson had since fled the country for the Isle of Man. Suspicions were further raised with the abrupt exit of the ambassador, but before the Irish King could do much the Royal Scots Army had already crossed the border. Simultaneously the Yellow Squadron based out of<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Belfast"" rel=""nofollow"">Bilfawst</a>and the White Squadron based out of Glasgow headed for the Irish Sea and the coast of Dulbin. This was all done without confirmation that Edinburgh voted to declare war, but the generals knew they could count on a declaration, and thus the war began.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><div style=""margin-left:75px; margin-right:75px; margin-bottom:5px; margin-top:5px""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><hr/><br/><span style=""color: #FFBF00""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Edinburgh, Scotland | February 1700 Anno Domini</span></span><br/><br/><hr/></blockquote></div></div><br/><br/>Scottish troops had crossed the border from Ulster into Ireland at exactly eight o'clock on the morning of 4 February, 1700. It was a time and date carefully chosen by the Scots. The fourth was the first Sunday of February, and the ever loyal Catholics who made up the overwhelming majority of the Irish population would all be attending their Sunday Mass, or at least begin preparing to do so. It was at seven o'clock that same day that Queen Margaret called a special session of Parliament, and the House of Lords overwhelming voted to approve her declaration of war. There as next to no opposition from the Lords, as many viewed the Irish as sub-human and Meath as rightful Scottish lands. There was some resistance from the Highland and Ulster Lords, some of which were part Irish themselves. However, they were Scotch-Irish, which was acceptable throughout the Kingdom and the Scotch-Irishmen of the realm were treated just like any other Scot was. The Scots viewed the Irish as a race with distaste and distrust, caused by a centuries old conflict over the status of Ulster. The Ulster Inheritance was one of the driving forces behind the establishment of the Irish Confederation, and the strong sense of Irish identity shown throughout the newly formed nation posed a threat to Scottish interests on the island. The Scots had also inherited the last Duke of Ulster's claims to the Duchy of Meath, which was eventually absorbed into the Confederation. Dublin, the former Duchy's capital, was the largest city on the island, and by far its most valuable. And for that reason the Scots had every intent on claiming it for themselves.<br/><br/>Queen Margaret was also a strong proponent of Scottish strength, an ideal instilled in her by her late father, James VII. The unification of Ireland strongly worried the late king, who feared the Irish would strike Scotland the moment she showed weakness and try and reclaim Ulster as their own. James VII would of course have none of that, and ensured his heir would maintain the same policy. He reformed the Scottish military and began a campaign against the Irish in Scotland, first among the nobility and eventually used the clergy to bring the campaign to his subjects. His ploy worked, and over the past several decades the Scots began to largely think that Ireland was rightfully theirs.<br/><br/>After the Declaration of War was passed, Queen Margaret ordered the Lord High Marshal to oversee the mobilization of the reserves and also ordered him to begin a conscription campaign across the country. Word was also sent to the various Chiefs of Scotland's ancient clans, and the clans began to mobilize their own militias to be sent to Ireland. The Borders Clans, as they were known throughout the Kingdom, were mobilized but would not travel to Ireland, instead they would ensure that Scotia's borders with the dastardly English would be guarded should they intervene. This was not expected, as the Scots largely believed the Danes would not risk war with Scotland and her allies abroad because the English would view their interests in Ireland under Scottish threat. Regardless, the centuries old fear of an invasion from the South still existed throughout Scotland, and for that reason alone the borders would be guarded.<br/><br/>It was estimated that an extra 10,000 men could be raised from the reserves, new conscripts, and clans. However, this was no cheap task and the government would incur debt. The issue of payment seen crept into the House of Lords, who debated three solutions: a loan from the Royal Bank of Scotland and the Bank of Scotland, a loan from a foreign bank to help establish a further continental presence, or the collection of war taxes from the various estates of Scotland. Since the Dissolution of the Monasteries and the seizure of all Catholic and Papal lands throughout Scotland, the traditional second estate ceased to exist, as the clergy of the Kirk of Scotland did not enjoy the luxury of the Catholic priests and bishops in their newly created Presbyterian society. For that reason the third estate, which previously consisted of everyone except the nobility and the clergy, ascended to the status of the second estate. All of the Lords came from the first estate, and many did not wish to pay higher taxes. However, through the persuasion of Queen Margaret and Earl Seaforth they soon realized they could not start a war they could not themselves show support for. It was then decided that the government would collect a war tax from both estates and likely seek a much smaller loan from either a Scottish or a foreign bank.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><div style=""margin-left:75px; margin-right:75px; margin-bottom:5px; margin-top:5px""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><hr/><br/><span style=""color: #FFBF00""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Dundalk, Irish Confederation | February 1700 Anno Domini</span></span><br/><br/><hr/></blockquote></div></div><br/><br/>After the Royal Scots Army had crossed the border into Ireland they quickly came upon the town of Dundalk.<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Castle_Roche"" rel=""nofollow"">Castle Roche</a>was the only defense Dundalk had, and should the castle fall the town would quickly follow. It was home to a garrison of 1,500 men, and the castle's thick walls would not make the siege easy. 9,500 Scots laid siege to the castle, who were waiting on reinforcements from Ulster who would arrive in the form of a civilian militia. The remainder of Ulster's army would defend the rest of the border with Ireland in order to ensure an invasion was not launched by Connacht, the duchy that directly bordered Ulster.<br/><br/>Due to their strong relationship with the French and the Swedes, the Scottish military fielded some of the most modern equipment on the continent, far more advanced than the largely outdated Irish weaponry. Castle Roche's walls were no match for Scotland's cannons, and the Battery quickly blew sizable holes in two different sections of the castle's walls. The castle's tall towers soon came crashing town on top of her, crushing many of the Irish soldiers within her walls. The Scots quickly began a charge, led by the Royal Scots Cavalry. The charge was still supported by cannon fire that would continue to rain down upon the castle as long as the Cavalry remained out of range. What remained of Castle Roche's garrison was no match for the Sons of Scotland, as the Scots quickly moved in and slaughter the garrison. Not a single one of Ireland's sons survived the siege, and only 972 brave Scots lost their lives in the Siege of Castle Roche. The Royal Scots Army quickly regrouped and headed for Dundalk herself. They took the city with no resistance, largely due to the fact that the city's fortifications were destroyed by Lord Limerick during the 17th century after he commissioned the construction of streets leading to the town center. The process required the demolition of the old walls and castles that once protect the town, leaving her defenseless should Castle Roche fall.<br/><br/>The militia had arrived from Ulster which would be used to occupy the town. The Scottish base of command was set up in Saint Patrick's Church, the towns Roman Catholic presence. It was also where most of the civilian population was during the siege of Castle Roche. The Irish would not be barred from worship, but several of the church's rooms were handed over to the Scottish command. Word had inevitably escaped Dundalk and would eventually travel south for Dublin. The Scots then began the march south for Drogheda, and en route to the city they would capture every village and town they came across. The reinforcements were scheduled to arrive in Ulster shortly, and would eventually meet the Scottish army at Drogheda and the two armies would head for Dublin together.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><div style=""margin-left:75px; margin-right:75px; margin-bottom:5px; margin-top:5px""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><hr/><br/><span style=""color: #FFBF00""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Drogheda, Irish Confederation | February 1700 Anno Domini</span></span><br/><br/><hr/></blockquote></div></div><br/><br/>The Scots had soon made their way to Drogheda, the next town key to their conquest in Meath, Drogheda was a walled city, unlike Dundalk, and would be much harder to take. The Irish soldiers had retreated inside the city walls to prepare a defense. In total there were 2,800 Irish defenders up against the 11,000 Scottish attackers. The Scottish numbers grew after several clans were able to land in Clogherhead and meet up with the advancing Scottish army for the Siege of Drogheda. The most strongest of the clans was Clan Mackenzie, who had sailed from<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fort_William,_Scotland"" rel=""nofollow"">Gordonsburgh</a>, accompanied by their historical allies Clan MacLeod and Clan MacRae, too meet up with several clans from Cumbria and the Ayr region. Together the Clans landed in the small village and captured it without resistance. Lord Kintail, the brother of Clan Mackenzie's Chief, lead the clans fort towards Drogheda and quickly arrived at the city during the siege.<br/><br/>The siege started on 20 February and eight days later on the final day of the month, 29 February. 1700 was a leap year, and it was by chance that the siege ended on the leap day itself. Most of the Irish defenders were killed by the Scottish forces, and the remaining, a total of 683 were taken prisoner. They were going to be sent to the Darien Colony, which was intended to be divided into to administrative regions. The area surrounding Darien Port would be home to Scottish colonists, the other half of the colony would become a penal colony where prisoners were forced to build or work on various plantations.<br/><br/>Two days after on 2 March the reinforcing army had arrived from Ulster. 12,500 Scots had arrived from Scotland, under the leadership of the Prince Consort, Karl Torstensson. He was a skilled tactician and would surely lead the Scots to victory. The army that they had met in Drogherhead had only lost 150 men during the siege of the city and had extremely high morale. And thus march forth a force of nearly 23,350 for the Irish city of Dublin.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><div style=""margin-left:75px; margin-right:75px; margin-bottom:5px; margin-top:5px""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><hr/><br/><span style=""color: #FFBF00""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Holywell, Ulster | February 1700 Anno Domini</span></span><br/><br/><hr/></blockquote></div></div><br/><br/>The Battle of Holywell was fought during the siege of Drogherhead on the other side of Ireland. 3,500 soldiers marched from Connacht under the leadership of the Duke of Connacht, Duke Ruaidhrí VII. to stage an invasion of Ulster. On the border they met 1,250 Ulsterian soldiers and 300 volunteers from the area. The battle raged on and the defending Ulsterians were forced to retreat after losing roughly half of their forces. Word was however sent to the other regiments guarding the border who quickly mobilized and made their way for Inniskillin, the town where the retreating Ulsterian army was heading. 6,000 men met up in the city and received the defeated army that had 792 men remaining. Volunteers quickly took up arms and joined the soldiers in order to push the Irish out of Holywell, and nearly 7,200 men marched to retake the village,<br/><br/>The Second Battle of Holywell was quickly won by the Scots, who were able to outnumber the Irish army almost three to one. The battle was utter slaughter for the defeated Irish, and the Duke of Connacht and his two sons were all captured. Only 159 of the Duke's men remained living, and all were taken prisoner, eventually they would share the same fate as the other Irish prisoners of war, exile to the plantations of Central America. The Duke and his sons, however, would not share the same fate as their men and would remain in Ulster to be used as leverage against the Irish Confederation in the peace treaty.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><div style=""margin-left:75px; margin-right:75px; margin-bottom:5px; margin-top:5px""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><hr/><br/><span style=""color: #FFBF00""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Stamullen, Irish Confederation | March 1700 Anno Domini</span></span><br/><br/><hr/></blockquote></div></div><br/><br/>By now the Irish armies had plenty of time to regroup and assemble in the south. King James II met with the Duke of Meath, Duke Seamus IV in Dublin after the two had raised their armies. The Duke of Munster was slowly mobilizing his forces, much to the dismay of the King. The Duke of Connacht had raised his own army and headed for Ulster, with the Irish King's approval. However, it was unknown to those in Dublin that he was defeated and captured. The Irish also did not know what to expect from the advancing Scottish army. Rumors circulated that the Scots only had 10,000 men, others reported they had 30,000, another said 100,000. King James ignored the rumors, but his army of only 4,000 did not. Combined with the Duke of Meath's 6,000 man army, the Irish had an army of 10,000 men. Civilian volunteers from across Meath and Leinster had joined the King's forces, adding another 15,000 men to the Irish forces. Should the Duke of Meath mobilize in time they would raise a total of 19,000. However, time was not a friend to the Irish King, as reports had arrived from Drogherhead that 13,000 Scots had attacked the city. Confident he had the numbers to defeat the Scots, he and his army left Dublin to retake Drogherhead. Little did King James know what lied in store for him at the tiny village of Stamullen.<br/><br/>WIP"
11263,Guns of Our Forefathers³: Reborn (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323153,2014-12-15T18:57:00,The Holy Dominion of Inesea,"[align=center]<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/0/0f/Flag_of_Georgia.svg/900px-Flag_of_Georgia.svg.png""/></div></div></div><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #FF4000"">Kingdom of Georgia, Bagrationi Empire</span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Tbilisi<br/>January of 1700[</span></span>/align]<br/><br/>-Prepare forces to defend North and South<br/>-Order invasion of Kuwait Sultanate<br/>-Prepare Colonial Expedition to Maldives<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Fort Basra<br/>February of 1700</span></span><br/><br/>-Invasion of Kuwait Sultanate<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Hamedan<br/>February of 1700</span></span><br/><br/>-Prepare fortification line"
11264,Guns of Our Forefathers³: Reborn (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323153,2014-12-15T20:44:00,The Grand Republic of Hannover,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://adrasisles.com/wiki/images/c/c9/Haven.jpg""/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Genoa</span></div><br/><br/>The republic is in crisis! After the dishonorable declaration of war by Morocco, the government had to act quickly and decisively. After receiving the badly injured diplomat from Morocco with the grudging message, Doge Remei di Savona knew that time was crucial if Genoa wanted to have a chance in this war. The exaltation of his advisers was evident. Some yelled, ""Let's execute their diplomat!"", ""Drown that bastard in our seas!"" Yet, the Doge, with a calm voice, signaled them to calm down. Thereafter, he said, ""Gentlemen. I would agree with your demands if Genoa was an uncivilized nation. If this prestigious republic was a country inhabited by the worse human kind can deliver, I would accept. I would ride with you down that path. However, this is Genoa, we respect international customs and tradition."" The men sat down. The Doge continued, ""The Moroccan ambassador is not to be touched. He is safe within the embassy as international customs prescribed. However, I do not want that man to ever put a foot outside that complex. From this moment on, the entire complex shall be surrounded by the army - down to sewers, I want the army completely blocking any possible exit."" The men were taking notes attentively. ""We are in war, this ambassador may as well become a spy if is let out.""<br/><br/>The Doge called the Supreme Council for an emergency meeting. Generals and Admirals were asked to join. At the meeting, the different decided that the best tactic to take was to use the sea as an advantage. They ordered a war fleet to take off towards Ceuta to initiate a general blockade of the Moroccan coast. When the fleet arrives to Ceuta they will commence operations following the directions of the Admirals. Additionally, the navy protecting Genoan lands was put on high alert for any intrusion or invasion by the Moroccan army - the Doge's main concerned was to keep the war from spilling over to other lands. The different patrol fleets were reinforced with more war ships and each of these fleets were required to report back every hour following a secret code established within the navy. Near mainland Genoa, new fleets were dispatched in order to significantly increase the security of the heart of the nation.<br/><br/>Another worry of the Doge was that merchants and investors would panicked putting in danger a possible economic downturn. Because of this concern, the Genoan Council ordered to increase the security of the trading lines used by the merchants going to the city. A public statement assuring the merchants from the city and from abroad was issued the following day.<br/><br/><br/>UNDER CONSTRUCTION."
11265,Guns of Our Forefathers³: Reborn (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323153,2014-12-16T20:29:00,Carathon,"<div align=""center""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/4/40/Blason_Empire_Latin_de_Constantinople.svg/440px-Blason_Empire_Latin_de_Constantinople.svg.png""/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Nihil Sine Deo<br/>Nothing Without God</span></span></blockquote></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Eastern Marches of Antioch. <br/>MDCC Anno Domini - February 11th, 1700. </span><br/><br/><br/>It was ironic.<br/><br/><br/>Frederick IV, Crown Prince of Constantinople and<span style=""font-style: italic"">Hochmeister</span>of the Teutonic Order stroked his chin at the aftermath of the battle, of trampled grass, of split trees and shattered corpses broken like the dolls of a raging infant. He had been raised his own life to view the Turks, the Moslems as the<span style=""font-style: italic"">enemy -</span>as some nearly inhuman, borderline pagans, child sacrificing, heretics who must be destroyed. And yet, when he looked to his men and the Turkish men, it was only then did he realize how similar they truly were. Not through the idealistic rhetoric of the so-called<span style=""font-style: italic"">""enlightment""</span>nor some story-bookish act of kindness from a heathen, no.<br/><br/>It was through combat, pure and brutal that he realized that no-matter if they wore a turban or tricorne or if they screamed prayers to Muhammad or Jesus Christ, all these men were naught but indistinguishable animals caught in the adrenaline-fueled throes, fighting savagely for survival, bleeding crimson and groaning in pain all the same. With another volley of organized fire, Frederick's Teutonic Knights drove the Turkish raiders from the field. The fact that they were no-where near to properly drilled soldiers showed in their retreat - disorganized, frantic and frenzied. He almost felt bad as he nodded to the commander of his cuirassier unit, almost fell bad as he swung his sabre downwards, almost fell bad as his men mounted upon horses fired their pistols into the backs of the routed raiders before moving forth to cut them down with blades.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Almost.</span></span><br/><br/>It was two years since the Marcher Lords of the eastern part of the Empire began reporting increasing raids by local Sunni Warlords and Emirs. This was neglected, since the Marchs were specifically military in nature and created as a buffer between the dangerous Moslem Lords and the rest of the Empire. However as news of Sunni getting as far as Antioch, a political and religious center within Romania, and carrying off women and children in the night, Heinrich finally decided to send his first son with a contingent of Teutonic Knights, as the Crown Prince was traditionally the simultaneous Grandmaster of the Teutonic Order though the actual<span style=""font-style: italic"">defacto</span>status of this varied greatly, as some Crown Princes wore it as nothing more then a ceremonial title, or outright handed it off to a regent until<span style=""font-style: italic"">his</span>son would be born.<br/><br/>Frederick rallied the Marcher soldiers and his Knights, and launched numerous counter-attacks, burning many encampments and liberating prisoners while also giving plunder away to the civilians and the Marcher Lords, giving him a measure of popularity amongst them. By the new-year, Frederick had launched a expedition deep into Armenia, before withdrawing back to Antioch to smash several raiding parties that he managed to draw into the opening with harassing parties. Now, he withdrew his forces behind Antioch, allowing the Marcher Lords to resume primary defense of the borders and giving his soldiers most needed rest.<br/><br/>The Crown Prince was lounging with a bottle of wine, and was just about to begin to write in his military journal ( he dreamed of having them wildly read, similar to Julius Caesar's accounts of the conquest of Gaul ) when several of his Knights led in a messenger.<br/><br/>""My Prince."" The messenger was unusually silent - normally they tried to ""subtly"" pester him about granting perhaps a land grant or so to what-ever minor family they were apart of. But this one was grim.<br/><br/>He extended his hand to the parchment, looking up and down it's contents.<br/><br/>Frederick opened his mouth, but he found it dry as the deserts of the Levant and his throat coarse and aching.<br/><br/>""My father..... dead?"" The Messenger nodded grimly. The Crown Prince collapsed backwards in his chair, and downed the rest of the wine. ""The plague of all things?"" He glanced to the messenger.<br/><br/>""He was.... said to have been rambling and cursing and challenging God himself in his final hours. He was found struck dead the next-day."" Frederick stepped up to his feet, looking to his Teutonic Knight. ""Rally the men, and cut the festivities short.""<br/><br/><table border=""1"" cellpadding=""0"" cellspacing=""0"" width=""85%""></table><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Eastern Marches of Antioch. <br/>MDCC Anno Domini - March 28th, 1700. </span><br/><br/>The new Emperor sat uneasy on his throne. One day a Crown Prince fighting in the deserts and plains of Anatolia, and the next the ruler of a entire Empire? He was conditioned for this his entire life in his role as a Crown Prince, but it still felt as if a dream more then anything else. There was many things to do - his actual coronation for once, the Imperial<span style=""font-style: italic"">Diet</span>which was required upon the recent ascension of a new Monarch among other things. Not to mention he went through three food-tasters and a dozen guards in the first week alone. Besides that however, it was suspiciously quiet.<span style=""font-style: italic"">A lull before the storm.</span>He figured, and decided to make several edicts before the inevitably revolts came. Sighing, he motioned to a servant.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.clujtoday.ro/uploads/posts/2014-12/thumbs/1418477634_stema-regala.png""/></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Serene Doge Remei di Savona, <br/><br/>Emperor Heinrich V von Hohenzollern of the Empire of Romania is dead. I, Frederick von Hohenzollern, fourth of his name has ascended to the throne in Constantinople and any prior agreements between him and your republic are now considered null and void upon his untimely death. Much of your Republic lays in Greece and Crimea, which is close in proximity and relies on the Empire as both a buffer and utilizes both the Bosphorus and other commerical trade-routes. <br/><br/>In response to this, I have decided it only just to levy onto you an additional tax. You will now be required to pay an additional one-hundred thousand guilders or the equal of one-hundred thousand coins minted of fifty-four grains of fine gold monthly. Declining this, both the Bosphorus and Imperial trade-lanes will be closed to you and any good seized. <br/><br/>To prosperous relations, Emperor Frederick IV of Romania.</span></blockquote><br/><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.clujtoday.ro/uploads/posts/2014-12/thumbs/1418477634_stema-regala.png""/></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic""> Hail Sovereign George X of the Georgian Realm,<br/><br/>It is relieving to know there is a fellow Christian realm in this sea of heretics and plotting heathens. However, the Empire has fallen on somewhat lean times. Regrettably, we are forced to levy a monthy tax of fifty-thousand guilders guilders or the equal of fifty thousand coins minted of fifty-four grains of fine gold monthly. We hope sincerely that we will be able to continue a prosperous trade relationship between our two nations, but if this is refused we will regrettably be forced to close the Bosphorus, your nation's only reasonable avenue of trade besides a incredibly impractical route around Africa.<br/><br/>Nihil Sine Deo, Emperor Frederick IV of Romania. </span></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.clujtoday.ro/uploads/posts/2014-12/thumbs/1418477634_stema-regala.png""/></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic""> Fellow Good Christian Rulers of Europe, <br/><br/>I am Frederick von Hohenzollern, Emperor in Constantinople, fourth of his name. I have recently ascended to the throne, and at the age of twenty-three remains unmarried. Thusly, I have decided to look amongst the Great Houses of Europe for a suitable bride. The Empire is good and generous to it's allies, and no bond is more sacred then that of marriage, as the Good Lord decreed. Enclosed in this letter, is a portrait of myself and the most complete Genealogy of House Hohenzollern.<br/><br/>Also, I would not forget any nation that would be so kind and wise as to send experienced military advisors to aid in Romania's planned military reforms. While we cannot afford to pay much for this service, such a investment would surely pay off in the form of a powerful ally. <br/><br/>Finally, if a nation has prisoners convicted of minor crimes, preferably of Germanic descent, we would gladly take them as the Anatolian region of Romania is in dire need of settlers as it has a great abundance of fertile - but empty land.<br/><br/>God with you, Emperor Frederick IV von Hohenzollern. </span></blockquote><br/><br/>Frederick after finishing writing the letters, handed them off to his administrators to be delivered quickly to their destinations. He rubbed his temples, pulled his ermine cloak about him and promptly gathered several more administrators. He ordered a small subside of grain for the poor, renovation of several decayed aqueducts in Constantinople and for three-thousand experienced men of decent height and weight from the marches to be gathered with the promise of increased wages to form the nucleus of a new Imperial Army.<br/><br/>The Emperor retired to his chambers with several maps of Wallachia and Egypt."
11266,Guns of Our Forefathers³: Reborn (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323153,2014-12-25T05:07:00,Alleniana,-rezerved-
11267,Of Knights and Time: A Future Changed (IC OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323177,2014-12-10T11:25:00,Arstotzkas,"2035: Humanity is prospering. Starship tech is going well, there are new ways of life, and the poverty level is low.<br/><br/>Then, everything changes. The grandest cities turn in ruined, ancient buildings and everything once known is gone. Soon enough, the truth is found. Someone changed the timeline. All that remains of the old are small glitches in time that hold modern technology or even cities entirely. You are one of two factions.<br/><br/>The Remnants<br/><br/>They seek to go back in time and find what is wrong, hopping from point to point and fixing things that aren't supposed to happen.<br/>They are a ragtag group of misfits after most of them were killed in a nuclear accident. They take what they need and do the job. But no matter what they do it seems as though time never changes....<br/><br/>The world they lived in was clean, bright and healthy. But inside was a rotting core of emptiness and cold silence. It was a world where they enjoyed great prosperity, but watched and spied on at every corner. It was a world where people lived many years but ones of wasted time. Still this world had enjoyment, life, even paradise. There was enough space for everyone, science was solving problems and even the poorest of people had things people 30 years ago would never dream of. Light Speed travel allowed people to visit people around the world and When everything changed, entire familes vanished, homes were destroyed. Everything that had ever been worked for is gone, replaced by a unfamiliar and dangerous world. Families that were seen rich and happy were suddenly begging on the streets. Their lives, shattered and destroyed and replaced with something brutal and unforgiving, In desperation, a few people managed to use their knowledge and construct a time machine...<br/><br/><br/><br/><br/><br/>The Knights of the New World<br/><br/>Some people chose to forget. Some chose to live their life normally. Some want it to go back the way it was. The Knights aim to stop them. In the old world they realized the problems and tried to change them but couldn't do anything. Now something has done it for them. They believe humanity is destined to stay on this course and will do anything to stop the remnants or even cause more trouble in the timestream.<br/>The new world is one of grimy uncleaniness, filled with blood and gore where people die quickly..<br/>Yet the cites are bustling with life and shouting and people wear a smile on their face instead of blankness.<br/>Ancient tools are put to work and beat into new ones, everyone is unique and different. This place does have its downsides though, people are snatched off the streets and beaten, men are forced to work long hours in old factories and technology is ancient and tiring.<br/><br/>Yet the Knights believe this is for the better<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">2040</span><br/><br/>Wars brew out daily for food and supplies along with tech of the old world. The remnants are continuing to fight a war but have made little progress due to the Knights. However after months of planning the remnants may have a trump card. If they could just find the moment of time where it all changed then maybe everything would be fixed. And so they device a plan. A machine that can find every point that has every been changed and fix it. They just need a few more months...<br/><br/>The Knights<br/><br/>Celebrating after multiple victories over the remnants and massive changes in the timeline, they are suddenly silenced by alarming news. One of the spies reported that the remenants are close to making something that could undo all their progress forever. So they begin to take action. Some sneak around to hear more about the machine. Some decide to try and destroy the machine before it's made. And some jump back in time to stop whatever's coming.<br/><br/>Accepted Characters<br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><a href=""//www.nationstates.net/nation=Togeria"">Togeria</a> Jean-Paul Revere: Knights<br/><a href=""//www.nationstates.net/nation=Pinki3 Pon-3"">Pinki3 Pon-3</a> Angel Taylor: Knights<br/><a href=""//www.nationstates.net/nation=Utceforp"">Utceforp</a> Susan Lepov: Remnants <br/><a href=""//www.nationstates.net/nation=Videssos"">Videssos</a> Aleksandr Petrovich Voloshyn: Remnants<br/><a href=""//www.nationstates.net/nation=Arstotzkas"">Arstotzkas</a>: James Nightingale: Remnants<br/><a href=""//www.nationstates.net/nation=Arstotzkas"">Arstotzkas</a> Owain Blackhawk: Knights</div></div></div><br/><br/>OOC Link<br/><a class=""postlink-local"" href=""http://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322720"">viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322720</a><br/><br/>2040: New York<br/><br/>James Nightingale walks the streets, his hands in his pockets. Around him the noise of a bustling city goes by, horses, shouting merchants and the bloody battles that go on every day. He reaches a small shack with a person selling apples. He says ""I would like 3 yellow apples, 2, green and 15 Red."" The merchant nods and says ""Come back here to get your apples"" and James walks into the shack. Inside is a simple house but also a small ladder leading down to the sewer. The merchant leaves and James climbs down the ladder into the sewer. Surprisingly it's pretty clean as he walks in the tunnel. Finally reaching a gated door he knocks and says ""Anyone home?""<br/><br/>Owain Blackhawk<br/><br/>Writing in his journal he says to himself ""Urgent times require urgent measures"" and stands up from his table. Soft music plays from a ancient phonograph and he looks around. Inside a pleasant building that served as his headquarters he walked around for a bit, admiring photos that showed a few of their victories. There is a room to his side that looks different though. He ignores it and moves on. He climbs up the hard staircase and shouted ""Are any of you awake?"""
11268,Of Knights and Time: A Future Changed (IC OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323177,2014-12-10T12:29:00,Pinki3 Pon-3,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Angel Taylor</span><br/>An indignant squawk marked the awakening of Rose as Angel stirred from her meditation. A shout had roused her from her deep introspection. Instinctively her right hand closed around the grip of her sword which was never further than a few feet. As her other hand joined the former on the hilt her fingers rapidly found their places on the runes along the hilt<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">ク<br/>レ<br/>ン<br/>ジ<br/>ン<br/>グ<br/>火<br/>災</blockquote><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Kurenjingu kasai</span><br/>She repeated the blade's name in her mind before exhaling and relaxing. This wasn't an alarm or a call to arms, simply a summoning. She released the hilt and stood up. Her falcon,<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Rose""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/f/fb/Saker_falcon_1.jpg/635px-Saker_falcon_1.jpg""/></div></div></div>fluttered off her perch and landed gracefully on Angel's shoulder as she stood up and made her way towards the call. She chuckled as she approached the stairways.<br/>""I'm sure they all are now."" She says cheerfully and waves to Owain,<br/>""What time is it anyway? I think I may have lost track of time."" She said with a chuckle, noting the irony of that statement.<br/>""Also, what's your reason for awakening the dead with your bellows this time?""<br/>She asked cheekily."
11269,Of Knights and Time: A Future Changed (IC OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323177,2014-12-10T12:54:00,Arstotzkas,"""Well, it's about two in the morning"" he said cheerfully He said "" I woke you up so that in case of an attack we would be ready"" He grimaced. ""I mean we struck the remnants with the same thing and look what happened to them"""
11270,Of Knights and Time: A Future Changed (IC OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323177,2014-12-10T18:06:00,Kaledoria,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Knights HQ:</span><br/><br/>Yuri woke up by violent shakes from the guy next to him in their barrack. He was a very deep sleeper when (like last day) he had exhausted himself in the training. But he had requested it that way, requested to be woken up, when it seamed like there was a new mission.<br/>Yuri was ready, he had joined a number of lesser missions and he had improved his skills all around, his English was finally fluent (abide a thick accent), he learned how to drive a car and improved his aim. In the last mission, he even had a spot in the team but all he had to do in the end was watching the operations area from a nearby tower and alarming the team via radio, when the enemies finally showed up.<br/><br/>But the next time he finally wanted a spot at the center of the action, he was ready, all he needed was a chance to prove himself. But it came different. Yuri had just put on pants when Owain explained, that he was preparing them for a possible attack.<br/>""What kind of attack do we have to expect? And your guess, Sir, are we talking about an attack tonight at anytime in the next week and we should start sleeping in shifts?"" The questions were relevant for Yuri because it would determine what substances to fill his injector implant with."
11271,Of Knights and Time: A Future Changed (IC OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323177,2014-12-10T18:06:00,Togeria,"Jean had been at one of the strongholds, looking over a map. He spoke with some fellow knights trying to figure at the best course to get rid if the remnant menace. It had been trying as now he went to go and rest, sitting on a couch to read a book, he liked reading old books, they seemed more entertaining then the junk they had now, he sat there reading, waiting for a some action I happen."
11272,Of Knights and Time: A Future Changed (IC OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323177,2014-12-10T18:28:00,Arstotzkas,"Owain shouted ""Emergency Meeting, get to the meeting room in five minutes!"" Noticing the foreign Yuri he said "" Yuri, if we are attacked I expect a short brutal raid intended to cripple us so always be ready to wake up and fight"" He walked away still shouting for all the others."
11273,Of Knights and Time: A Future Changed (IC OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323177,2014-12-10T21:46:00,Perestroikavo,"Muhr crouched, inky blackness covering his form. The Remnants had planned a night raid for tonight, but after the yell, he wasn't sure if anyone else was with him. It wasn't going to stop him from attacking, however. He shifted, uncomfortable with the fact that he had to hide in the shadows like a coward, but accepted that he needed to to surprise the enemy. He made sure that his spear and sheild didn't scrape the ground as he approached the dainty little headquarters building, nothing like his own small fort, complete with a garrison of loyalists. As he approached a window to listen, his armor scraped a brick, barely audible. He silently swore at himself and crouched beneath the window. The plasma lance he held in his hand was a wonder of the time itself, and his armor made him nearly invincible. It gave off a certain aura of command to those around him. There was more shouting, and Muhr spoke into his comm device. ""I am at the building, anyone else with me?"" He decided that he would give them a few minutes, and tried to sit down silently under the first floor window. This time, a scrape that was considerably louder sounded. He hoped nobody heard. Muhr thought about running, but that would simply make more noise than staying put an hiding. He elected to keep his head down for now, at least until he knew if there was any backup on the way.<br/><br/>A rat scurried by, and lunged into a gutter, making scrabbling and scratching noises as it ascended. The occasional passerby gave him looks, but he didn't mind. He silently thanked his air filtration system, not wanting to breath in the putrid fumes of this city. He gave his armor a look. Countless scores and scratches covered his chestplate and kneecaps, as well as a single gouge near his neck, right on his helmet. It was luck that had saved him that day, nothing more. The polished armor gleamed in the moonlight. Though it seemed like Muhr never took the suit off, it was all shined to perfection over every inch of it, looking new as it had leaving the technosmith's shop. Minus the battle wear, of course. In reality, Muhr just took the suit off when nobody that knew him was around, or during long nights spent laying awake. He was always very secretive about his real identity, appearance wise. Remnants were a ragtag bunch, after that awful blast that had resulted by a cowardly sneak attack by the self proclaimed 'knights'. Muhr thought about using his plasma spear to slice through part of the wall and slip into the foundation of the old building, but quickly dismissed it. Not only would tech like it scare people on the streets, it seemed to bind the thing into Muhr's hand for the next couple hours when he used it. Muhr just shook his head and waited for any sign of allies in the area."
11274,Of Knights and Time: A Future Changed (IC OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323177,2014-12-11T10:58:00,Arstotzkas,"<blockquote><div><cite>Perestroikavo <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323177&amp;p=22755833#p22755833"">wrote</a>:</cite>Muhr crouched, inky blackness covering his form. The Remnants had planned a night raid for tonight, but after the yell, he wasn't sure if anyone else was with him. It wasn't going to stop him from attacking, however. He shifted, uncomfortable with the fact that he had to hide in the shadows like a coward, but accepted that he needed to to surprise the enemy. He made sure that his spear and sheild didn't scrape the ground as he approached the dainty little headquarters building, nothing like his own small fort, complete with a garrison of loyalists. As he approached a window to listen, his armor scraped a brick, barely audible. He silently swore at himself and crouched beneath the window. The plasma lance he held in his hand was a wonder of the time itself, and his armor made him nearly invincible. It gave off a certain aura of command to those around him. There was more shouting, and Muhr spoke into his comm device. ""I am at the building, anyone else with me?"" He decided that he would give them a few minutes, and tried to sit down silently under the first floor window. This time, a scrape that was considerably louder sounded. He hoped nobody heard. Muhr thought about running, but that would simply make more noise than staying put an hiding. He elected to keep his head down for now, at least until he knew if there was any backup on the way.<br/><br/>A rat scurried by, and lunged into a gutter, making scrabbling and scratching noises as it ascended. The occasional passerby gave him looks, but he didn't mind. He silently thanked his air filtration system, not wanting to breath in the putrid fumes of this city. He gave his armor a look. Countless scores and scratches covered his chestplate and kneecaps, as well as a single gouge near his neck, right on his helmet. It was luck that had saved him that day, nothing more. The polished armor gleamed in the moonlight. Though it seemed like Muhr never took the suit off, it was all shined to perfection over every inch of it, looking new as it had leaving the technosmith's shop. Minus the battle wear, of course. In reality, Muhr just took the suit off when nobody that knew him was around, or during long nights spent laying awake. He was always very secretive about his real identity, appearance wise. Remnants were a ragtag bunch, after that awful blast that had resulted by a cowardly sneak attack by the self proclaimed 'knights'. Muhr thought about using his plasma spear to slice through part of the wall and slip into the foundation of the old building, but quickly dismissed it. Not only would tech like it scare people on the streets, it seemed to bind the thing into Muhr's hand for the next couple hours when he used it. Muhr just shook his head and waited for any sign of allies in the area.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>James hissed into his communicator ""Muhr, where are you?"" in worry. Muhr was a proud warrior and strong but was extremely bold, sometimes to his own expense. He hoped that Muhr actually had the thing on though."
11275,Of Knights and Time: A Future Changed (IC OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323177,2014-12-11T11:09:00,Perestroikavo,"His communicator burst out with the worried whisper of James, asking what his location was. Muhr nearly put his hands in his face, but, realizing that it would make a loud clank, somehow refrained, letting out an exasperated sigh. Luckily, that was muffled by his helmet. ""Where do you think I am James? At the Knight's HQ, where we planned on ambushing. More specifically, under a window, sitting and waiting. I think I can hear something about emergency meetings being held in the room that I'm under."" Pausing for a moment, he spoke again. ""Speaking of which, where are you?!?"" Muhr was disappointed that there seemed to be a lack of communication between team members, but held another sigh in. ""Besides, I'm just waiting for a chance to strike. Be it setting fire to the house or attacking. I just need reinforcements. That Angel girl is a skilled sword fighter, and while I feel confident taking on her alone, I couldn't hope to fight all of the Knights at once."" Muhr crouched a little lower into the shadows, and his eyes darted around the rooftops first, and then the streets, searching for James."
11276,Of Knights and Time: A Future Changed (IC OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323177,2014-12-11T11:20:00,Arstotzkas,"<blockquote><div><cite>Perestroikavo <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323177&amp;p=22760111#p22760111"">wrote</a>:</cite>His communicator burst out with the worried whisper of James, asking what his location was. Muhr nearly put his hands in his face, but, realizing that it would make a loud clank, somehow refrained, letting out an exasperated sigh. Luckily, that was muffled by his helmet. ""Where do you think I am James? At the Knight's HQ, where we planned on ambushing. More specifically, under a window, sitting and waiting. I think I can hear something about emergency meetings being held in the room that I'm under."" Pausing for a moment, he spoke again. ""Speaking of which, where are you?!?"" Muhr was disappointed that there seemed to be a lack of communication between team members, but held another sigh in. ""Besides, I'm just waiting for a chance to strike. Be it setting fire to the house or attacking. I just need reinforcements. That Angel girl is a skilled sword fighter, and while I feel confident taking on her alone, I couldn't hope to fight all of the Knights at once."" Muhr crouched a little lower into the shadows, and his eyes darted around the rooftops first, and then the streets, searching for James.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>James sighed again ""I'll be there in a minute, I'm checking on the<span style=""font-style: italic"">machine</span>"" He whispered ""Stay low and quiet, the Knights are a dangerous foe as you know"" and hung up. He went through the sewer and went through a door. A small cloth covered a shapeless and energy pulsing thing. He looked at it and smiled, then climbing back to the surface. After saying a quick goodbye to the apple merchant, he whistled for his horse and rode off towards the Knight's headquarters."
11277,Of Knights and Time: A Future Changed (IC OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323177,2014-12-11T11:34:00,Pinki3 Pon-3,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Angel</span><br/>Angel was listening to Owain . . . For a while at least. Soon enough she found herself looking around the room for anything else to concentrate on. Suddenly she felt Rose's talons bite into her shoulder a little, a sign that the bird was preparing for flight. Angel looked around curiously, trying to find the source of the disturbance Rose had spotted or heard. She could've sworn she heard something just then. A crackle . . . Or a whisper maybe? Definitely closer to the hiss of whispering. She walked calmly to the door as her fingers took up their positions on the hilt of her weapon. She nudged the door open and stepped out, drawing her blade with the soft scraping sound of the sword on its scabbard. After searching the hallway for the source of the whispers she returned to the room, moving around and listening for the whispers, oblivious to what Owain and the others were up to. She noted it got louder the closer to the windows she was. She paused and glanced from window to window. It wouldn't help opening them, she wouldn't be able to get at the whisperer if they were there. She stepped out of the room once more, Rose tensed on her shoulder. As she exited she silently made her way around the building, noticing a lump crouched under the window. She couldn't make out who or what it was at the moment, but she could tell it was the source of the whispering, even as it stowed the black object it was talking into. She burst into a run with little more than a rustle of grass due to her choice of footwraps instead of shoes. Her sword swung through the crisp, pre-dawn air, crackling with electricity as it discharged into the moistened atmosphere. The resounding clank informed her that her target was armoured. She attempted an evasive flip to clear some space between her and her opponent. Rose circled overhead, awaiting a command."
11278,Of Knights and Time: A Future Changed (IC OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323177,2014-12-11T12:02:00,Perestroikavo,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Clink.</span>The electricity filled sword glanced off of Muhr's armor, adding another small scratch to the massive suit. He stood up straight, about 6'5, and made a grab for his assailant as she flipped. Unfortunately, he was too slow, and his shield hand grasped on nothing but air. Quickly retrieving his gear, he spoke into the built-in close range headset, effective to only the surrounding 150 meters. ""I have been compromised. Request immediate assistance."" He distantly heard a horse's hooves galloping in the distance, but the blood rushed to his head at the girl, Angel, it turned out to be. Muhr held a certain respect of those who used swords, and this girl was certainly quick with hers. However, that was all she was in his mind. A girl. She would never be able to defeat him, and she didn't even wear armor. The sword was an odd oriental one, but it appeared to be similar to a claymore, in that it was a heavy, two handed sword. A bird circled overhead, and he hoped that someone would shoot it. Muhr squared up, brought his shield to bear, and spoke. ""Girl, you know not of these games you play. Leave now and live, otherwise face certain doom."" On the word doom, his spear, currently off, shot forward in an attempt to catch her off guard, and put the polearm through her guts."
11279,Of Knights and Time: A Future Changed (IC OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323177,2014-12-11T12:45:00,Pinki3 Pon-3,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Angel</span><br/>""黙れ(Damare)<sup>1</sup>You talk too much for someone about to die.""<br/>She uttered softly, sidestepping lithely as the spear tore at her shirt, narrowly missing her.<br/>Angel stepped back a step further into the shadows. She moved rapidly towards him feigning to one side before dropping low and raking her blade tauntingly along her opponent's armoured belly.<br/>""遅すぎる(Oso sugiru)<sup>2</sup>pig.""<br/>She said with a snicker as she stood on the balls of her feet, her blade held horizontally in front of her as she prepared for her opponent's thrust.<br/><br/>1. Shut up<br/>2. Too slow"
11280,Of Knights and Time: A Future Changed (IC OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323177,2014-12-11T12:52:00,Kaledoria,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Inside the Knights HQ:</span><br/><br/>Yuri was unsure. If the attack would not necessary come right away, wouldn't it be better to allow the Knights to rest? Tired soldiers were bad soldiers. Obviously there was more to it, Owain would probably explain it in the emergency meeting, so there was no reason to be inquisitive. He put some Kamikaze to the little vent at his chest, he had some respect for this substance, it was said to be quite addictive but so far he used it twice and it did not result in any long term problems. Two minutes. He went to the washbasin and splashed some water over his torso and head and on the way back to his bed rubbed it dry with his towel. Four minutes. He grabbed a T-shirt and his utility belt, and while walking towards the meeting room put them on. Before entering, his hand intuitively went to the holster with his extendable quarterstaff, his signature weapon, his precious piece of technology.<br/><br/>Exactly five minutes after Owain's announcement, he entered the room and took a seat."
11281,Of Knights and Time: A Future Changed (IC OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323177,2014-12-11T14:18:00,Arstotzkas,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kaledoria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323177&amp;p=22761096#p22761096"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Inside the Knights HQ:</span><br/><br/>Yuri was unsure. If the attack would not necessary come right away, wouldn't it be better to allow the Knights to rest? Tired soldiers were bad soldiers. Obviously there was more to it, Owain would probably explain it in the emergency meeting, so there was no reason to be inquisitive. He put some Kamikaze to the little vent at his chest, he had some respect for this substance, it was said to be quite addictive but so far he used it twice and it did not result in any long term problems. Two minutes. He went to the washbasin and splashed some water over his torso and head and on the way back to his bed rubbed it dry with his towel. Four minutes. He grabbed a T-shirt and his utility belt, and while walking towards the meeting room put them on. Before entering, his hand intuitively went to the holster with his extendable quarterstaff, his signature weapon, his precious piece of technology.<br/><br/>Exactly five minutes after Owain's announcement, he entered the room and took a seat.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>""Fellow Knights"" Owain explained ""We are on the verge of victory over the Remnants"" he said. He went on to point out several examples like the raids, the prevention of timeline changes and even the famous nuclear accident. He paused and said ""However, they have one trump card I have heard from our spies, a machine that would undo all our work"" He raised his voice ""If this is to pass, then all we have worked for is for nothing!"" A brief pause and then he said "" I want all of you to work extra hard in these coming days, finding more info about this machine and eventually taking it down"" He kept talking ""They will try to distract us with raids and timeline changes but I'm sure that we can ward then off"" he said. Finally he shouted ""Meeting dismissed!"" and stood up. Immediately after the alarm went off. ""What, a raid?"" he said in surprise. ""Everyone get ready!"" he shouted and ran out."
11282,Of Knights and Time: A Future Changed (IC OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323177,2014-12-11T14:22:00,Arstotzkas,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Meanwhile</span><br/><br/>JAMES<br/><br/>""Muhr, move now!"" he said as the alarms went off. He quickly ran into the mansion, shooting every valuable object around and shooting anyone he could see. He shouted to Muhr ""Meet me at the south side!"" and ran off, taking note of the sleepy Knights and the fancy landscape while still vandalizing and destroying the place."
11283,Of Knights and Time: A Future Changed (IC OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323177,2014-12-11T14:48:00,Pinki3 Pon-3,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Angel</span><br/>Angel smiled internally when the other remnant ordered Muhr to leave. She had no doubt that in a 1 on 1 she would have great difficulty finding a chink in his armour, so this was a welcome way to save face.<br/>""Run along then little rebel.""<br/>She said tauntingly, assuming a passive stance to let him leave. Her sword hanging in her right hand.<br/>""Maybe next time your<span style=""font-style: italic"">glorious</span>leader won't come to your rescue.""<br/>She said while trying to consider a way past James, who was currently shooting everything in sight. A bullet hit her square in the shoulder and another in her thigh as she attempted to approach him. With a loud curse she dived for cover, waiting for the hail of bullets to end as she nursed her injured left shoulder, applying pressure to the wound in order to staunch the bleeding. She had no idea where Rose was, hopefully clear of the building by now."
11284,Of Knights and Time: A Future Changed (IC OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323177,2014-12-11T15:01:00,Wine-loving Chimps,"Harold lay in his bed and watched over the skyline of Sardis.<br/><br/>It is a scene from science fiction. Tall skyscrapers and flying cars dominate. The streets are clean and bustling with people. Incredible technologies whizz around him and all the people in the city. Of course, that's if you didn't lift your head from the ground. Beyond the bustling metropolis were the ''dead blocks''. Decrepit, crumbling buildings can be seen just on the other side of the living happy bits. Beyond that, things are even weirder. The very air in the distance seemed to crackle and lash out to the onlooker, a daily reminder that only a glitch in the timeline collapse kept Sardis from the barbarity outside the barrier.<br/><br/>*Bing!*<br/><br/>He looks to the side. There, a hologram emerges with a member of the knights order looking at him. Sternly, the knight comments:"" Mr Jenkins. One of our alarms has just been signaled.''<br/><br/>Harold scratches his head and tries to remember. The knight's eyes roll visibly then explains:"" Alarms are these systems that go really loud whenever there is someone or something that is not supposed to be there. You know, like fire drills!''<br/><br/>Harold's eyes light up and he exclaims:"" Of course, yeah, silly me. I have Sardis syndrome you know, but give me time I'm learning, I swear! Yesterday I managed to instruct that 'robot' thing you sent me - ''<br/><br/>Knight:"" Well Mr Jenkins, you know that 'alarm' thing I've just told you about? You see, all the outposts of the knights are linked to a central system here in Sardis... as well as some other cities. You see, one of our outposts is raided by some Remnants, and this outpost is really close to Sardis...''<br/><br/>Sardis syndrome did not limit everything. Harold:"" Oh, yes, of course. Load up some troops and get them to the outpost right away! What are the chances we will catch that unwashed filth in the act?''<br/><br/>Knight:"" The outpost is very close to the time barrier. 65%. Minus five percent for every 5 minutes wasted.''<br/><br/>Harold:"" Prepare 3 companies of militia and have them come to the outpost in those... wait, I got this... LORRIES! That's it! Am I right? Those things are proper fast and will get my troops there in no time!''<br/><br/>Knight:"" Very good Mr Jenkins. You're recovering.''<br/><br/>Harold:"" Yeah... You know what? I'm going to that outpost myself. I want to personally see my shotgun guard in action!''<br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Ten minutes later.<br/></span><br/><br/>Harold is sitting in the passenger seat of one of 5 lorries (30 troops each) speeding fast towards the stricken outpost. A knight warrior calls up Owain in person and shouts:"" This is Sardis! We are headed for the outpost now! ETA 15 minutes! Can you hold out for that long?!''"
11285,Of Knights and Time: A Future Changed (IC OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323177,2014-12-11T15:42:00,Arstotzkas,"<blockquote><div><cite>Wine-loving Chimps <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323177&amp;p=22762426#p22762426"">wrote</a>:</cite>Harold lay in his bed and watched over the skyline of Sardis. <br/><br/>It is a scene from science fiction. Tall skyscrapers and flying cars dominate. The streets are clean and bustling with people. Incredible technologies whizz around him and all the people in the city. Of course, that's if you didn't lift your head from the ground. Beyond the bustling metropolis were the ''dead blocks''. Decrepit, crumbling buildings can be seen just on the other side of the living happy bits. Beyond that, things are even weirder. The very air in the distance seemed to crackle and lash out to the onlooker, a daily reminder that only a glitch in the timeline collapse kept Sardis from the barbarity outside the barrier.<br/><br/>*Bing!* <br/><br/>He looks to the side. There, a hologram emerges with a member of the knights order looking at him. Sternly, the knight comments:"" Mr Jenkins. One of our alarms has just been signaled.'' <br/><br/>Harold scratches his head and tries to remember. The knight's eyes roll visibly then explains:"" Alarms are these systems that go really loud whenever there is someone or something that is not supposed to be there. You know, like fire drills!''<br/><br/>Harold's eyes light up and he exclaims:"" Of course, yeah, silly me. I have Sardis syndrome you know, but give me time I'm learning, I swear! Yesterday I managed to instruct that 'robot' thing you sent me - '' <br/><br/>Knight:"" Well Mr Jenkins, you know that 'alarm' thing I've just told you about? You see, all the outposts of the knights are linked to a central system here in Sardis... as well as some other cities. You see, one of our outposts is raided by some Remnants, and this outpost is really close to Sardis...''<br/><br/>Sardis syndrome did not limit everything. Harold:"" Oh, yes, of course. Load up some troops and get them to the outpost right away! What are the chances we will catch that unwashed filth in the act?'' <br/><br/>Knight:"" The outpost is very close to the time barrier. 65%. Minus five percent for every 5 minutes wasted.''<br/><br/>Harold:"" Prepare 3 companies of militia and have them come to the outpost in those... wait, I got this... LORRIES! That's it! Am I right? Those things are proper fast and will get my troops there in no time!''<br/><br/>Knight:"" Very good Mr Jenkins. You're recovering.'' <br/><br/>Harold:"" Yeah... You know what? I'm going to that outpost myself. I want to personally see my shotgun guard in action!'' <br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Ten minutes later.<br/></span><br/><br/>Harold is sitting in the passenger seat of one of 5 lorries (30 troops each) speeding fast towards the stricken outpost. A knight warrior calls up Owain in person and shouts:"" This is Sardis! We are headed for the outpost now! ETA 15 minutes! Can you hold out for that long?!''</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>""Of course we can"" Owain said, smirking ""If anything, I bet we'll kill them before you get here"" he said. He said while holding his gun ""I suppose these filth will try to hide or run so it would be wonderful to get your assistance in dealing with them"""
11286,Of Knights and Time: A Future Changed (IC OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323177,2014-12-11T16:25:00,Perestroikavo,"As much as Muhr wanted to go kill that girl, the smart mouthed bitch, he was called away for other reasons. Muhr was probably lucky however. He didn't want his weakness figured out, the vision slits in his helmet, or the exposed area at the bottom of his chin. Plus, having to activate his plasma spear would have been bad, with it getting stuck to his hand for several hours afterward and and if he used it for more than ten minutes, it exploding, and probably severing his hand. As the shooting continued on, Muhr, deciding he wouldn't be beaten that easily, skirted around the house, and produced a petrol-filled bottle. Lighting it up, he tossed it right through a window, into some random room. He hoped that it was bunks. Clanking around slowly, Muhr eventually made his way to the south side of the complex, where a horse waited. He counted down in his head from ten minutes, waiting for the leader to emerge from the building, or waiting for the fire to really take root and begin burning in earnest. He unholstered his revolver and pointed it at the entrance/exit of the house. It was an odd piece of technology, and he never felt comfortable shooting it, but hopefully it would keep a few heads down."
11287,Of Knights and Time: A Future Changed (IC OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323177,2014-12-11T16:39:00,Arstotzkas,"James ran through the mansion, trying to destroy as much as possible. On the way he of course shot some knights but didn't stay around long enough to see their comrades. He took a few things but mostly destroyed them. At last he ran up a staircase and leaped through the window, landing squarely on the south side.<br/><br/><br/>MEANWHILE<br/><br/>""Spread out and find them!"" Owain shouted in anger. He grabbed his pistol and cutlass and said "" If you can't do it, I will."" and stormed outside the room, furious. He ran down the staircase but for an instant he thought he saw someone. He shot at the stranger but he kept in running like he didn't even hear it. Furious, he shouted ""Get back here!"" and ran towards James."
11288,Of Knights and Time: A Future Changed (IC OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323177,2014-12-11T17:01:00,Wine-loving Chimps,"James had just spotted Muhr (and some other Remnants) on the south side when suddenly a huge bright light flashed square into their faces. The Sardis lorries had arrived and the first one was already unloading its passengers. Firing shotguns and hunting rifles at the Remnants. With the voice of Harold Jenkins shouting over the noise:"" SPARE NO ONE!''<br/><br/>(Picture of a typical militiaman)<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://img2.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20130412192315/empiretotalwar/images/7/72/Pioneer_Militia.png"" rel=""nofollow"">http://img2.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb2013 ... ilitia.png</a>"
11289,Of Knights and Time: A Future Changed (IC OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323177,2014-12-11T20:24:00,Arstotzkas,"Owain leaped out of the window and followed the Remnants. He said into his communicator ""We have located the two and I request immediate backup"" He kept it on and followed James and the other, drawing his cutlass too. At last he snuck up behind James with his pistol and whispered ""Don't move or you will die"""
11290,Of Knights and Time: A Future Changed (IC OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323177,2014-12-11T23:58:00,Pinki3 Pon-3,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Angel</span><br/>Angel had tied a scrap from her sleeve around her shoulder wound, staunching the blood for now, albeit not very well. She heard the call for backup and stood up, cursing loudly in her mother tongue as her bleeding leg took up some weight. Pain lanced through her left shoulder as she attempted to grip her sword. After a while she gave up on the 2 handed approach and held it one handed. It felt unwieldy and off balance with just one, but she'd have to make do. She limped onwards to the rear exit and joined up with Owain.<br/>""Here. Not that I'm much use now.""<br/>She said twirling her blade experimentally in her right hand."
11291,Of Knights and Time: A Future Changed (IC OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323177,2014-12-12T10:00:00,Arstotzkas,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pinki3 Pon-3 <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323177&amp;p=22767444#p22767444"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Angel</span><br/>Angel had tied a scrap from her sleeve around her shoulder wound, staunching the blood for now, albeit not very well. She heard the call for backup and stood up, cursing loudly in her mother tongue as her bleeding leg took up some weight. Pain lanced through her left shoulder as she attempted to grip her sword. After a while she gave up on the 2 handed approach and held it one handed. It felt unwieldy and off balance with just one, but she'd have to make do. She limped onwards to the rear exit and joined up with Owain.<br/>""Here. Not that I'm much use now.""<br/>She said twirling her blade experimentally in her right hand.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>Owain noticed her and said in worry ""Are you ok?"" and tossed her a bag of bandages. ""Here you go, patch yourself up before you fight any more"" he said with concern. He then saw James close by, trying to stauch a bullet wound. Owain went up to him and pointed his pistol at his head. ""Freeze or you die"" he said with anger. James froze and turned around, his hands in the air ""Why are you doing this?"" he asked Owain. Owain tightened his grip ""I'm doing this to save the future"" he said. James laughed and said ""Whatever future this is anyway"" Owain put the gun closer. ""Make sure your little friend doesn't interefere or you'll be dead"" Owain said with glee. He said ""James Nightingale, Leader of the remnants after the<span style=""font-style: italic"">accident</span>. James replied ""Owain Blackhawk, who doesn't want the future to change"""
11292,Of Knights and Time: A Future Changed (IC OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323177&start=25,2014-12-12T10:52:00,Wine-loving Chimps,"<blockquote><div><cite>Arstotzkas <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323177&amp;p=22770056#p22770056"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Pinki3 Pon-3 <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323177&amp;p=22767444#p22767444"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Angel</span><br/>Angel had tied a scrap from her sleeve around her shoulder wound, staunching the blood for now, albeit not very well. She heard the call for backup and stood up, cursing loudly in her mother tongue as her bleeding leg took up some weight. Pain lanced through her left shoulder as she attempted to grip her sword. After a while she gave up on the 2 handed approach and held it one handed. It felt unwieldy and off balance with just one, but she'd have to make do. She limped onwards to the rear exit and joined up with Owain.<br/>""Here. Not that I'm much use now.""<br/>She said twirling her blade experimentally in her right hand.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>Owain noticed her and said in worry ""Are you ok?"" and tossed her a bag of bandages. ""Here you go, patch yourself up before you fight any more"" he said with concern. He then saw James close by, trying to stauch a bullet wound. Owain went up to him and pointed his pistol at his head. ""Freeze or you die"" he said with anger. James froze and turned around, his hands in the air ""Why are you doing this?"" he asked Owain. Owain tightened his grip ""I'm doing this to save the future"" he said. James laughed and said ""Whatever future this is anyway"" Owain put the gun closer. ""Make sure your little friend doesn't interefere or you'll be dead"" Owain said with glee. He said ""James Nightingale, Leader of the remnants after the <span style=""font-style: italic"">accident</span>. James replied ""Owain Blackhawk, who doesn't want the future to change""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>5 Sardis militiamen arrived at the scene, immediately recognized James Nightingale and pointed their guns at him. One of them then pulls out some handcuffs and steps towards him. A sixth trooper arrives, drops his hunting rifle, pulls out a first aid kit (all instructions written on the lid) and heads for Angel. Behind them, completely unarmed, Harold Jenkins strolled over to Owain and comments with just that little bit too much familiarity:"" Owain Blackhawk, fancy seeing you here! How're things?''<br/><br/>Harold turns to James and shouts:"" It's over filthy Remnant! I have 150 men here! Surrender! Your raid has failed!''<br/><br/>More troops run around on all sides, sweeping the mansion for any more Remnants."
11293,Of Knights and Time: A Future Changed (IC OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323177&start=25,2014-12-12T13:41:00,Videssos,"Aleksandr watched from elsewhere as the Knights rapidly encroached upon the mansion, also noting the situation occurring with James. Nearby was a girl who seemed be on the side of the Knights, as well as one identified as Owain, whilst another accompanied by several militia, revealing himself as their leader. Aleksandr smiled faintly, plans already in motion. Contrary to the arrogant fool's claims, it was far from a failure.<br/>The pale haired Russian sprung into motion, rapidly moving, darting from around a corner, before with his left gloved hand, launching a long wire with a blade on the end towards the nearest lackey. The wire arced through the air, the blade attached to the end slashing across the man's face in a single movement. Even as that brief contact happened, lightning crackled along the wire, electrical energies surging across the conductive bridge that it served as.<br/><br/>The energy essentially fried the poor victim as he stood, a steaming and just-dead corpse about to crumble to the ground, the bladed wire soon retracting to its carbiner. Meanwhile, Aleksandr's other hand held a plasma pistol, the advanced weapon's trigger fired in rapid succession, bright blue blasts of superheated matter forging searing holes in two more militiamen, whilst a further shot saw a head fall from atop the suddenly insubstantial neck of another foe.<br/><br/>That was four of Harold's men dead in the opening salvoes of Aleksandr's introduction. Clad in his bulletproof thick nanomesh dark overcoat, it wouldn't be as easy as one thought, to hurt him. Not that he died easily. The Russian assassin's violet gaze turned to the one had shouted his triumph but moments earlier. ""This battle has but begun, knight. Witness the downfall of your little army, patsan...""<br/><br/>With that, he raised the pistol at the last militiaman- other than the one who had gone off to help the girl, the man who had been approaching James. Then Aleksandr fired, ionized matter hurling itself towards the militiaman near James...."
11294,Of Knights and Time: A Future Changed (IC OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323177&start=25,2014-12-12T13:52:00,Arstotzkas,"Owain shouted ""GET HIM!!!"" and tried to fire at James. James dodged and took down the miltiaman near him. Owain paused saying ""It seems that you are more than expected"" and charged towards James. James ran away and said ""I have no wish to hurt you or any of your men "" and called to Aleksandr ""Aleksandr, let's go."" and quickly began walking away towards the horse. He had no wish to meet more of Harold's men and he already considered this raid to be a success.<br/><br/>At first Owain was about to call for more reinforcements but paused for a second. ""Let them go"" he called towards the others. Later he would explain to them his reasoning. if they thought they could do so well, then eventually they would try to do riskier things and then the knights would strike and destroy them. Owain walked back into the mansion and shouted to the reinforcements ""Tend to the wounded!"" and went to go think."
11295,Of Knights and Time: A Future Changed (IC OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323177&start=25,2014-12-12T14:08:00,Videssos,"Aleksandr sighed faintly, before following James as the man fled. After some distance had been reached, he returned the pistol to the confines of his coat. ""A pity, I was hoping for something more entertaining than that,"" he paused, before murmuring, ""I probably shouldn't get my hopes up...""<br/><br/>If those naive and overly confident knights thought they would ever succeed in battle with Aleksandr as a foe, then they were to be sorely disappointed. The one who had lad them in that instance probably thought it a waste to even bother a pursuit. Well, he was right in that regard. It would be a waste of Aleksandr's time, and of their lives. The Russian smiled faintly, his gaze as ever vigilant of his surroundings, and of James. Remnant or no, he considered trusting others an act of woeful ignorance coupled with a subconscious desire to get oneself killed. Though Aleksandr greatly appreciated battle, and worthy opponents who could make things interesting, he had no such desire."
11296,Of Knights and Time: A Future Changed (IC OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323177&start=25,2014-12-12T14:16:00,Perestroikavo,"Muhr had fired a few shots, and hit absolutely nothing. Suddenly, a blade whipped out from the rooftops, and killed a few militamen. Bullets bouncing off his armor, Muhr slowly began retreating out of the zone. He had much less speed than the other two, and all out sprinting, he was probably as fast a normal person's jog speed. Out of breath, and his head still ringing a bit from where a shotgun slug bounced off his helmet, Muhr made his way into an alley, along with the other two Remnants. He would kill that girl, even if it was the last thing that he did. Practically running to keep up with them, Muhr's voice came out in ragged gasps. ""I'm sorry. Huff. Couldn't stay. Huff. Hidden."" He gave Aleksandr a pat on the back, and glanced about the surroundings. ""Shall we go back. Huff. Home?"""
11297,Of Knights and Time: A Future Changed (IC OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323177&start=25,2014-12-12T16:58:00,Arstotzkas,"""Let's go"" he said to the others. But first they stopped by a warehouse to patch up their wounds and rearm themselves. He stopped by a peanut stall and saw the owner. The owner nodded and let them in. Inside was a small shack, but there seemed to be a ladder leading underground. James gestured for them to climb and climbed down. What they saw then was a brightly lit base, with many maps and charts surrounding the area along with a multitude of rooms. Sure it creaked, was slightly wet and the furniture wasn't too comfortable. But it was home for the time being."
11298,Of Knights and Time: A Future Changed (IC OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323177&start=25,2014-12-12T17:40:00,Wine-loving Chimps,"<blockquote><div><cite>Arstotzkas <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323177&amp;p=22772094#p22772094"">wrote</a>:</cite>Owain shouted ""GET HIM!!!"" and tried to fire at James. James dodged and took down the miltiaman near him. Owain paused saying ""It seems that you are more than expected"" and charged towards James. James ran away and said ""I have no wish to hurt you or any of your men "" and called to Aleksandr ""Aleksandr, let's go."" and quickly began walking away towards the horse. He had no wish to meet more of Harold's men and he already considered this raid to be a success. <br/><br/>At first Owain was about to call for more reinforcements but paused for a second. ""Let them go"" he called towards the others. Later he would explain to them his reasoning. if they thought they could do so well, then eventually they would try to do riskier things and then the knights would strike and destroy them. Owain walked back into the mansion and shouted to the reinforcements ""Tend to the wounded!"" and went to go think.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>As the Remnants fled and the Sardis militia obeyed Owain's order to not pursue, Harold Jenkins walks up to Owain:"" I came in those...um...what's it...LORRIES! That's right! Yeah, Owain, my army came here in 5 lorries! We can definitely give chase. Much faster than those horses. And can fit 30 guys each too...''<br/><br/>Meanwhile the medic militiaman arrived at Angel and opened the kit, willfully ignoring the chaos behind him:"" My lady, are you alright? Where does it hurt?''"
11299,Of Knights and Time: A Future Changed (IC OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323177&start=25,2014-12-12T18:47:00,Arstotzkas,"<blockquote><div><cite>Wine-loving Chimps <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323177&amp;p=22774620#p22774620"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Arstotzkas <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323177&amp;p=22772094#p22772094"">wrote</a>:</cite>Owain shouted ""GET HIM!!!"" and tried to fire at James. James dodged and took down the miltiaman near him. Owain paused saying ""It seems that you are more than expected"" and charged towards James. James ran away and said ""I have no wish to hurt you or any of your men "" and called to Aleksandr ""Aleksandr, let's go."" and quickly began walking away towards the horse. He had no wish to meet more of Harold's men and he already considered this raid to be a success. <br/><br/>At first Owain was about to call for more reinforcements but paused for a second. ""Let them go"" he called towards the others. Later he would explain to them his reasoning. if they thought they could do so well, then eventually they would try to do riskier things and then the knights would strike and destroy them. Owain walked back into the mansion and shouted to the reinforcements ""Tend to the wounded!"" and went to go think.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>As the Remnants fled and the Sardis militia obeyed Owain's order to not pursue, Harold Jenkins walks up to Owain:"" I came in those...um...what's it...LORRIES! That's right! Yeah, Owain, my army came here in 5 lorries! We can definitely give chase. Much faster than those horses. And can fit 30 guys each too...'' <br/><br/>Meanwhile the medic militiaman arrived at Angel and opened the kit, willfully ignoring the chaos behind him:"" My lady, are you alright? Where does it hurt?''</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>""You can sure try but I doubt you'll find them"" he said. ""They have speed and places to hide"" Owain walked back into the house and saw a wounded person ""Are you ok?"" he asked the person. The person nodded and groaned in pain. Reluctantly Owain left and thought to himself<span style=""font-style: italic"">Why must these people be hurt</span>and went back to the meeting room. It was silent in there, with only a few bullet holes. There was a room across the hall, untouched and hard. It seemed like with every day their force grew but yet they still couldn't destroy the Remnants. He kept staring at the room across the hall. Perhaps it was time again. Time for another change for the timeline.<span style=""font-style: italic"">No, No</span>maybe later. For now he had a few things to fix. He rose from his seat. The thing to do now is to wait. Just to wait and see."
11300,Of Knights and Time: A Future Changed (IC OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323177&start=25,2014-12-13T01:17:00,Pinki3 Pon-3,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Angel</span><br/>Angel picked up the bandages as the militiaman arrived with medical aid.<br/>""My left shoulder and thigh. Bullets are lodged in I think.""<br/>She said patiently resisting the urge to use sarcasm for his question.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">It hurts where I'm bleeding out. Surely that's obvious?</span><br/>She thought as she removed her coat and rolled her sleeve up to get at the wound. Now that she saw the actual wound she could see the exit wound, the bullet had gone through the front and out the side, severing several muscles.<br/>""No bullet there.""<br/>She said before turning her attention to her thigh. No exit wound. The bone didn't feel broken, she had already used it since the shot."
11301,Of Knights and Time: A Future Changed (IC OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323177&start=25,2014-12-13T08:20:00,Kaledoria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Arstotzkas <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323177&amp;p=22775275#p22775275"">wrote</a>:</cite>""You can sure try but I doubt you'll find them"" he said. ""They have speed and places to hide"" Owain walked back into the house and saw a wounded person ""Are you ok?"" he asked the person. The person nodded and groaned in pain. Reluctantly Owain left and thought to himself <span style=""font-style: italic"">Why must these people be hurt</span> and went back to the meeting room. It was silent in there, with only a few bullet holes. There was a room across the hall, untouched and hard. It seemed like with every day their force grew but yet they still couldn't destroy the Remnants. He kept staring at the room across the hall. Perhaps it was time again. Time for another change for the timeline. <span style=""font-style: italic"">No, No</span> maybe later. For now he had a few things to fix. He rose from his seat. The thing to do now is to wait. Just to wait and see.</div></blockquote><br/>""Hey, Sir, I guess with some luck, I could find them."" Yuri shouted. He was kneeing at the exit and measured some splatters of James blood beneath him. ""You wounded one of them and-"" he pointed towards a bend in a nearby trash container outside ""- The armored guy leaves a few tracks even in the concrete jungle, too."""
11302,Of Knights and Time: A Future Changed (IC OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323177&start=25,2014-12-13T10:04:00,Arstotzkas,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kaledoria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323177&amp;p=22780431#p22780431"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Arstotzkas <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323177&amp;p=22775275#p22775275"">wrote</a>:</cite>""You can sure try but I doubt you'll find them"" he said. ""They have speed and places to hide"" Owain walked back into the house and saw a wounded person ""Are you ok?"" he asked the person. The person nodded and groaned in pain. Reluctantly Owain left and thought to himself <span style=""font-style: italic"">Why must these people be hurt</span> and went back to the meeting room. It was silent in there, with only a few bullet holes. There was a room across the hall, untouched and hard. It seemed like with every day their force grew but yet they still couldn't destroy the Remnants. He kept staring at the room across the hall. Perhaps it was time again. Time for another change for the timeline. <span style=""font-style: italic"">No, No</span> maybe later. For now he had a few things to fix. He rose from his seat. The thing to do now is to wait. Just to wait and see.</div></blockquote><br/>""Hey, Sir, I guess with some luck, I could find them."" Yuri shouted. He was kneeing at the exit and measured some splatters of James blood beneath him. ""You wounded one of them and-"" he pointed towards a bend in a nearby trash container outside ""- The armored guy leaves a few tracks even in the concrete jungle, too.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Owain shrugged and said ""Go for it Yuri"" Then, leaning closer he whispered ""I don't trust Harold Jenkins enough for him to do this"" He then nodded and said, ""You may go but be back before the next day."" Finally he smiled ""And if you find them I want them alive"""
11303,Of Knights and Time: A Future Changed (IC OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323177&start=25,2014-12-13T13:26:00,Videssos,"<blockquote><div><cite>Arstotzkas <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323177&amp;p=22774211#p22774211"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Let's go"" he said to the others. But first they stopped by a warehouse to patch up their wounds and rearm themselves. He stopped by a peanut stall and saw the owner. The owner nodded and let them in. Inside was a small shack, but there seemed to be a ladder leading underground. James gestured for them to climb and climbed down. What they saw then was a brightly lit base, with many maps and charts surrounding the area along with a multitude of rooms. Sure it creaked, was slightly wet and the furniture wasn't too comfortable. But it was home for the time being.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Aleksandr followed suit, noting the overly armoured Muhr lumbering in his wake, briefly glancing towards the man, his amethyst gaze both cold and faintly amused. In the Russian's view, the man was nothing more than a crude and unreliable tool to achieve the ends that the Remnants desired; to correct this broken and crumbling falsehood of existence, beset by the conceit and greed of humans desiring a new order that inevitably falls to entropy. Though of course he had his own motives, the Russian's senses told him the man wouldn't betray the Remnants, at least not without a major reason.<br/><br/>Refocusing his mind, the darkly clad assassin soon enters the base proper, part of him assessing the defensibility of the place, whilst another assessed the viability and range of various plans to be put into motion regarding the knights. In terms of chess, strategies, moves and counter moves. Though real life was inevitably far more complicated and bloody, with less obvious rules, and much else to be done. For the mean time, as his mind worked, Aleksandr chose a seat near a table upon which was displayed a map of the area. Not that it was necessary, he himself never forgot anything he'd seen once before."
11304,Of Knights and Time: A Future Changed (IC OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323177&start=25,2014-12-13T13:37:00,Kaledoria,"Yuri took a Bullseye lantern and followed the trail. In the Wilderness on soft ground it would have been an easy thing to followed a guy like armored guy but in the city it did not help much. Not only the missing of soft ground, there was enough damage on anything that could be casually damaged, that it was impossible to tell fresh from old tracks. At least it helped him rule out two sideways, where no evidences could be found, that would have been there if they had ran through. In the end it came down on Yuri finding the blood traces, best before they dried, afterwards they would become quite hard to tell apart from the usual dirt.<br/><br/>After an hour, the track ended. Yuri wend back to the last intersection but could not find it there either. He looked around; he was standing in front of a warehouse, in the business district. He dimmed the lantern and put it aside then he checked the door to the warehouse and in fact, there still was a little blood on the handle. ""So, here they entered,"" he though.<br/>He circled around it. The neighboring house had a climbable facade and was high enough to allow Yuri a view through a window. Inside it was quite dark but Yuri could still make out, that it was overall too empty for a warehouse that size. And at the wall, there was something that probably was a weapon rack. And one - no, two guards. Yes, this here was definitely Remnant hideout. But the three attackers were no longer inside the warehouse. Hopefully their nightly resting place was not to far away, Yuri checked the area for suspicious things: A living house down the road had electric light burning in in multiple rooms - a rare luxury especially at this time of the night. The door to a peanut shop was still open, the owner sat outside - who would come to buy peanuts at night? From a healer's hut shined candle light. A bagger sat outside on the main street - do they not usually take night shelter in the small sideways, maybe a lookout.<br/><br/>Yuri decided to return to base and report to Orwin. If he investigated further, he would only risk being seen and this would warn the Remnants. On his was back he ruled out the healer from the list, if a physician was on their pay list, they would not have treated that bullet wound inside the warehouse."
11305,Of Knights and Time: A Future Changed (IC OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323177&start=25,2014-12-13T13:59:00,Arstotzkas,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kaledoria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323177&amp;p=22783347#p22783347"">wrote</a>:</cite>Yuri took a Bullseye lantern and followed the trail. In the Wilderness on soft ground it would have been an easy thing to followed a guy like armored guy but in the city it did not help much. Not only the missing of soft ground, there was enough damage on anything that could be casually damaged, that it was impossible to tell fresh from old tracks. At least it helped him rule out two sideways, where no evidences could be found, that would have been there if they had ran through. In the end it came down on Yuri finding the blood traces, best before they dried, afterwards they would become quite hard to tell apart from the usual dirt.<br/><br/>After an hour, the track ended. Yuri wend back to the last intersection but could not find it there either. He looked around; he was standing in front of a warehouse, in the business district. He dimmed the lantern and put it aside then he checked the door to the warehouse and in fact, there still was a little blood on the handle. ""So, here they entered,"" he though.<br/>He circled around it. The neighboring house had a climbable facade and was high enough to allow Yuri a view through a window. Inside it was quite dark but Yuri could still make out, that it was overall too empty for a warehouse that size. And at the wall, there was something that probably was a weapon rack. And one - no, two guards. Yes, this here was definitely Remnant hideout. But the three attackers were no longer inside the warehouse. Hopefully their nightly resting place was not to far away, Yuri checked the area for suspicious things: A living house down the road had electric light burning in in multiple rooms - a rare luxury especially at this time of the night. The door to a peanut shop was still open, the owner sat outside - who would come to buy peanuts at night? From a healer's hut shined candle light. A bagger sat outside on the main street - do they not usually take night shelter in the small sideways, maybe a lookout.<br/><br/>Yuri decided to return to base and report to Orwin. If he investigated further, he would only risk being seen and this would warn the Remnants. On his was back he ruled out the healer from the list, if a physician was on their pay list, they would not have treated that bullet wound inside the warehouse.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Owain listened to the report carefully. ""Hmm, interesting"" he said. ""Perhaps we should keep an eye on the place."" Rising, he said ""I'll be sending out a team shortly to take the weapons and the medical supplies as well"" He said to Yuri ""Make sure you keep an eye out for any other safe houses, they probably have others throughout the city"" Finally he said ""Now, get some sleep because we have a big day tomorrow"" He then rose from his chair and left for his room. It appeared that these Remnants were more resourceful than he though. No matter, he had contacts throughout the city and soon they would strike. But for now he had to get some sleep. It was too bad also. He admired James for a while for his leadership but that brought back painful memories. Shaking it off, he went to sleep thinking of what to do next. This war had already entered its 10th year and he wasn't getting any younger. They had to end this quickly or this world would be destroyed."
11306,Of Knights and Time: A Future Changed (IC OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323177&start=25,2014-12-13T20:44:00,Kaledoria,"Yuri nodded. The Knights may have lost a few men today but their deaths were not in vain. The enemy had revealed vital information about himself. There was the armored guy, his weapon was not normal, though sadly the soldier did not activate it, so Yuri had no idea what it actually did. Still, it were a mayor Tech-Weapon and and Tech-Armor, probably, even without any specifics, this may lead to some clues.<br/>But the backup Remnant did not show the same carefulness. He demonstrated his strange electric-wire-glove and blue death-glow pistol. Those were specific stuff. They would be easy to track down along the gray market savvy merchants and craftsmen of the city.<br/><br/>His sleeping room had been set on fire, luckily the fire had not sprung over to more than one bed and after the petrol had quickly burned down, then men had been able to quench the flames. The room however was filled with smoke and it would take a good day until someone would be able to sleep in there. Thus Yuri was given his stuff and a stinky mattress to put into the cellar and went to get two or three more hours of sleep."
11307,Of Knights and Time: A Future Changed (IC OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323177&start=25,2014-12-14T04:19:00,Wine-loving Chimps,":"" My lady, how are you feeling now?''<br/><br/>The militiaman had clumsily bandaged up Angel and with shocking uselessness had removed the bullet from her wound. She probably hurt even more now.<br/>He surveyed the patched up knight like a just finished painting, but then comments:"" This was all I can do here. I'm no doctor, but you wounds are very serious. I would recommend you come back with us to Sardis. There we can give proper medical attention... pre-timeline glitch medicine... I can't for the life me remember what it's like anymore, but that's Sardis Syndrome for you. I can distinctly remember though that it will get you fixed up in no time at all.''<br/><br/>Meanwhile Harold had not waited at the scene. 5 men were killed in front of his face and it didn't make him happy. He held a meeting in the back of one of his lorries and ordered 100 men to look for the Remnants. They split into groups of 15 and start looking for them with no stealth and a lot of smashed doors. This city happened to also be in the Sardis ''sphere of influence, and in no time almost the entire city police force was in the manhunt too. Whole city blocks are raided in the night, and a dozen citizens are killed.<br/><br/>The group led by Sergeant Mason have started on the street where the warehouse is. 20 angry men armed with shotguns and hunting rifles or, in the case of Sergeant Mason, a highly valuable electro-sword and an even more valuable pulse pistol. The early morning sun shines on their backs...."
11308,Of Knights and Time: A Future Changed (IC OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323177&start=25,2014-12-14T17:22:00,Arstotzkas,"<blockquote><div><cite>Wine-loving Chimps <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323177&amp;p=22791791#p22791791"">wrote</a>:</cite>:"" My lady, how are you feeling now?'' <br/><br/>The militiaman had clumsily bandaged up Angel and with shocking uselessness had removed the bullet from her wound. She probably hurt even more now.<br/> He surveyed the patched up knight like a just finished painting, but then comments:"" This was all I can do here. I'm no doctor, but you wounds are very serious. I would recommend you come back with us to Sardis. There we can give proper medical attention... pre-timeline glitch medicine... I can't for the life me remember what it's like anymore, but that's Sardis Syndrome for you. I can distinctly remember though that it will get you fixed up in no time at all.''<br/><br/>Meanwhile Harold had not waited at the scene. 5 men were killed in front of his face and it didn't make him happy. He held a meeting in the back of one of his lorries and ordered 100 men to look for the Remnants. They split into groups of 15 and start looking for them with no stealth and a lot of smashed doors. This city happened to also be in the Sardis ''sphere of influence, and in no time almost the entire city police force was in the manhunt too. Whole city blocks are raided in the night, and a dozen citizens are killed.<br/><br/> The group led by Sergeant Mason have started on the street where the warehouse is. 20 angry men armed with shotguns and hunting rifles or, in the case of Sergeant Mason, a highly valuable electro-sword and an even more valuable pulse pistol. The early morning sun shines on their backs....</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>Owain woke up to the sound of marching. He grumpily got up and promptly found Harold. ""I doubt you'll find them, crashing around like this"" he said ""They're like rats, hiding and moving."" He continued and said ""Besides, the more people you kill the more they hate us"" He furthermore noted that if they were too loud, the Remnants would probably keep moving and escape. He left with a final thing ""By the way, watch the safehouse that Yuri found"" Owain said. Then he left, off to make some more plans."
11309,Of Knights and Time: A Future Changed (IC OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323177&start=25,2014-12-15T11:54:00,Pinki3 Pon-3,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Angel</span><br/>Angel stood up and grimaced,<br/>""It'll do.""<br/>She said bluntly to the militiaman, preferring not to prolong her pain with 'adjustments' to his first aiding. She simply stood up and moved her arm experimentally. Feeling satisfied, she grabbed her sword in her right arm and sheathed it once more before turning to Owain. As he walked away she yelled,<br/>""What now?"""
11310,Of Knights and Time: A Future Changed (IC OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323177&start=25,2014-12-15T15:07:00,Kaledoria,"In the morning, Yuri visited an arms dealer specialized in high tech. The man was probably better off in this timeline than in the other, making some profit out of the misery of people. This meant that his goals were more compatible to the Knights than the Remnants. Still, his line of business was enough reason not to trust him too much. ""Let's say, I have an associate who just got in possession of a pistol shooting blue plasma bolds. But after some shooting it does not work anymore,"" Yuri explained the situation; he had learned the term plasma just this morning, listening to some Sardis men. ""Who could rearm - or I think it would be 'recharge' with this device - such a pistol?""<br/>The arms dealer thought for a while. ""Blue you say ... unusual. Normal nitrogen/oxygen plasma glows redish yellow. But you have to consider pressure, temperature and charge, too... I'm no expert on the subject, the best think you can get from me is a laser pointer for your crossbow. The real high tech stuff ... You will have to ask Tim Dowel or maybe Mickey Jordan.""<br/>""Who is this Dowel person?"" Yuri asked. ""An inventor, calls himself 'scientist' - as if this is a thing now. Fixes Sardis stuff and out-of-timeline-artifacts.""<br/>Yuri thanked the dealer and passed him a little commission fee. The other name was a familiar one, untrustable, greedy scum. Between him and the guy who's mind seamed rooted in the other timeline, the inventor sounded like the kind of guy, a Remnant would seek out about a weapon like this.<br/><br/>An hour later, Yuri payed a visit to Tim Dowel. The raids by Harold Jenkins' men were in full process and Yuri counted on that to give him some leverage.<br/>After the introduction, Yuri came to the point: ""You know something about a blue shooting plasma pistol? Or a wrist blade with wire that can electrocute people dead?"" Yuri tried to sound threatening but he was not prepared for the answer. ""What is this, some kind of Russian humor?"" Yuri looked confused. ""Tell Aleksandr he needs not test me. And if he does, he should not make it that obvious.""<br/>""Tell me more about Aleksandr,"" Yuri demanded. Slowly it dawned the scientists, that he had already said to much: ""Look, I know nothing about him or his stuff, I swear."" Yuri realized that the guy was not as tough as he first seamed. Sadly, he was more afraid of this Aleksandr guy, who from the sound of it was a Russian, too. ""No, you look, currently I'm your friend here. You know what happens out there?"" Dowel nodded but Yuri explained nevertheless. ""Those comrades are not your average Knights around here. They are from Sadis and think they can do whoever they please. Maybe they can. They could just take you away and the 'police' would not say a thing. However, if I told them to skip this house, you could make arrangements to leave this place and not get anymore involved in this Knights/Remnants feud. But I would need to have some more information from you first.""<br/>The scientist realized his dilemma and needed just a little tip over the edge. Yuri went to the window and opened it. ""Hey, guys,"" he shouted outside. ""Okay, okay, I tell you."" Dowel said and Yuri continued towards the imaginary people outside ""...Keep up the good work.""<br/><br/>""I really don't know much. I didn't even know that his Plasma pistol was high discharge ... ahm ... 'blue' in your term. I just organized him a few parts when he arrived here in the city. He knew exactly what he wanted, he is definitely an expert on the field of high energy physics and can probably tinker around with the weapons himself. Actually, he seamed like an interdisciplinary expert in the sciences.""<br/>""See,"" Yuri answered ""The truth does not hurt. Now, where does he live?"" Dowel's eyes widened he pretended not to know but after a stern look he gave an address. ""Well, I guess, after all you have said, Aleksandr will want to kill you. You know that's the way, the Remnants do business. You are lucky, his thing is not to find people. Like -you know- my thing. Anyway, I hope we won't have to meet again.""<br/><br/>Yuri went outside. He was quite sure, the address was a lie. Probably Dowel really did not know but just in case, he took position in a nearby side street, from where he could watch the entrance to the house through a reflection in a window. He took out his phone and connected to the local telephone exchange. He knew the guy who was currently in charge of it well. ""Hey, Jack, I'm in front of Staufenstreet 66 and need a favor. If this address connects to another number, can you lock me in on the call?"" Yuri did not even know whether Dowel had a phone but this way he had most bases covered."
11311,Of Knights and Time: A Future Changed (IC OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323177&start=25,2014-12-15T15:55:00,Arstotzkas,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pinki3 Pon-3 <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323177&amp;p=22806521#p22806521"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Angel</span><br/>Angel stood up and grimaced,<br/>""It'll do.""<br/>She said bluntly to the militiaman, preferring not to prolong her pain with 'adjustments' to his first aiding. She simply stood up and moved her arm experimentally. Feeling satisfied, she grabbed her sword in her right arm and sheathed it once more before turning to Owain. As he walked away she yelled,<br/>""What now?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>Owain yelled back ""Get some sleep, we have big plans tomorrow!"" and walked away. If what he planned would work, then perhaps victory would be theirs. He sighed. The life of a leader was hard and he had endured it for 10 years. It was not his time anymore, rather he was tired of killing and wiping things from existence. Oh well. He would keep going until they were finished and his vision for the future was realized. Once the war was over he resolved to improve life for everyone and truly be a fair and good leader. But for now he would wipe those remenants away, perhaps from existence itself. He only did what was necessary for everyone. Those remnants never though of anyone except themselves. What about people like Yuri? What about people like Angel who longed for freedom. Tonight he would not sleep, rather he would plot."
11312,Of Knights and Time: A Future Changed (IC OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323177&start=25,2014-12-15T16:13:00,Wine-loving Chimps,"<blockquote><div><cite>Arstotzkas <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323177&amp;p=22798567#p22798567"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Wine-loving Chimps <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323177&amp;p=22791791#p22791791"">wrote</a>:</cite>:<br/><br/> The group led by Sergeant Mason have started on the street where the warehouse is. 20 angry men armed with shotguns and hunting rifles or, in the case of Sergeant Mason, a highly valuable electro-sword and an even more valuable pulse pistol. The early morning sun shines on their backs....</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>Owain woke up to the sound of marching. He grumpily got up and promptly found Harold. ""I doubt you'll find them, crashing around like this"" he said ""They're like rats, hiding and moving."" He continued and said ""Besides, the more people you kill the more they hate us"" He furthermore noted that if they were too loud, the Remnants would probably keep moving and escape. He left with a final thing ""<span style=""font-weight: bold"">By the way, watch the safehouse that Yuri found"" Owain said</span>. Then he left, off to make some more plans.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>It didn't take long. Harold Jenkins made sure to tell his men asap the update when Owain mentioned to building. Of course 'watch' was going to be interpreted<span style=""font-style: italic"">very</span>loosely to mean ''break in and kill everyone on sight''.<br/><br/>The news was soon radioed in too the closest squad. Sergeant Mason listened to the report then shouts:"" Troops! We have a location!''<br/><br/>The 20 men run along the street, casually shoving aside citizens to reach the ''safe house''. The sergeant tells his accompanying member of the knights order:"" Tell my boss we are at some kind of peanut shop!''<br/><br/>Harold Jenkins, still sitting in the back of a truck at the mansion, blinks at the morning sun then radios back (via middleman):"" Some kind of peanut shop, eh? Whatever get in and search it for any Remnants. Anyone who surrenders should be arrested. Anyone who tries to resist should be killed on sight. I don't want that... twirly guy to pick off more men that fast... to have another such chance.''<br/><br/>Sergeant:"" Roger that! Men, stack up! Knight...uh... do the honors?''<br/><br/>Accompanying knight:"" Urgh, fine... there's the mechanism... OK, bombs out! Breaching door in 5, 4, 3 ...."
11313,Of Knights and Time: A Future Changed (IC OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323177&start=25,2014-12-15T16:22:00,Arstotzkas,"James hear the commotion and went upstairs, then asking the peanut man what was wrong ""No, no stay down there"" the man said in fear, ""They are breaching your safehouse."" James took the news hard and went back down announcing to the Remnants by saying ""One of our safehouses is compromised, get ready to move any day now"" He then began packing up his things saying to the others ""If they breach, run to the apple stall in the west side of the city, I'll meet you there."" James even began taking down a few maps, then pausing when he got to a certain room. He sighed and said to himself that he would handle it later. They had constantly been on the run ever since the Knights got the police on their side and their safehouses were being destroyed one by one. It was odd thoug. It seemed like the KNights were usually more classy than blowing up a safehouse. Could it be that they had finally gotten more allies? Or maybe worst of all, they were cracking down on them? These worried him as he slowly put things away, and got ready to load them into the transport truck."
11314,Of Knights and Time: A Future Changed (IC OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323177&start=25,2014-12-15T16:43:00,Wine-loving Chimps,":""2...1!''<br/><br/>BOOM!<br/><br/>The door explodes into a thousand splinters, shredding into everything including the peanut man's leg. Blind shotgun blasts go immediately after the explosion and take out the cash register and dozens of peanuts.<br/><br/>Four men, looking down their shotgun's sights, hurry in and violently seize the injured peanut man. More men come from behind them and literally begin tearing apart the building, ripping down furniture and pulling floorboards to find any hint of a hidden safe room.<br/><br/>Sergeant Mason entered this chaos calmly but cautious. He gestures the knight radioman/all technical stuff expert. He in turn nods then calls Harold:"" We're in the shop. We have captured one suspect but are looking for signs of the Remnants now!''"
11315,Of Knights and Time: A Future Changed (IC OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323177&start=25,2014-12-15T18:48:00,Perestroikavo,"Muhr grumbled at the new devolpment with Sardis militamen raiding the peanut store above him.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Now how the hell did they figure that out?</span>Muhr wasn't much of a thinker, but he knew how to conduct warfare, and his possessions and skillset illustrated that. He quickly stockpiled a few leftover peanuts and a slab of jerky onto his comforter, filled a gallon jug with water from the underground tap, and set that on top of it all. Quickly, he gathered the four corners of the comforter and tied it around his spear, just below the actual spearhead, like a travelling homeless man. He rested it against a wall, satisfied at how secure it had been tied, and cracked his knuckles. Muhr had some work to do.<br/><br/>Grinning at his handiwork, Muhr was thoughoughly impressed. In ten minutes, he had a few traps set up around the building. Right at the secret entrance, there was a think layer of kerosine covering the floor. Above it, hung a lighter, string attached to the striker, which in turn, was attached to a tripwire five feet down the hallway. Tripping that would light the lighter and cause it to fall into the kerosine, igniting the men in the rear. But the tripwire was also attached to the other two traps. Directly to the right, in his open doorway, Muhr had used some gunpowder and a metal pipe torn from the wall, and set up a makeshift shotgun, stuffed full of peices of gravel, glass and other unpleasantries. This trap would go off when the tripwire, which was incidentally right infront of Muhr's door, was triggered. Hopefully, it should trap the column. The final trap was made for the center group, so that he would have final revenge upon them for making him abandon his favorite hideout. It had cost Muhr dearly to acquire, but a rather large block of nitroglycern sat in the piping in the ceiling. Stepping on the tripwire would cause a sledgehammer to swing down, hitting the block right at the fulcrum of it's swing, and detonating it, collapsing the ceiling on the militiamen. These three traps were set to all go off near simultaniously, so that the men wouldn't have time to react and respond.<br/><br/>Muhr collected his spear, pointed out the tripwires to the remnants in the area, and clanked down the hallway to the group gathering to leave. He didn't speak, just waited, for about a minute before the blonde haired Russian made an appearance. Muhr disliked the man, particularly for his liberal use of the rare technology, but also for fighting at a distance constantly. In his society, only the lowest, who couldn't afford armor and a good weapon, or the weak, would weild the plasbow, killing from a distance but dying very quickly in a straight up fight. Still, Muhr couldn't be a chooser AND a remnant. He spoke, words coming out of his speakers at normal talking volume, congratulating the man. ""Good job out there with those apes. Literally."" Muhr laughed at his own joke, and then fell silent once again, waiting for the order to move out."
11316,Of Knights and Time: A Future Changed (IC OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323177&start=25,2014-12-15T19:37:00,Arstotzkas,"As the transport trucks began to move out James shouted to everyone ""Listen UP , ANYTHING YOU CAN""T MOVE YOU DESTROY"" He then followed it up by saying ""We will split into two groups each, in order to reach our other locations."" He smiled and said ""If you don't get there in a hour, we'll assume you're dead"" and walked away. James began to set up the bombs. If the math was right, it would activate right when they got here. His mind flickered for a moment. They had placed the location of the peanut stall in the safehouse, so they already knew. It was in a safe in the corner but they could easily break it. He shook it off and then saw some men carrying the most important object to the truck. ""Hey, if you break it you pay for it"" he warned the. He then sighed and called to Muhr ""Muhr, come with me to the next hideout."" Not waiting for a answer, he went up to the peanut man, Jim Blocko. Jim quickly spoke and said ""Hey, where are you going man?"" and said that ""I don't want to die, the knights will be knocking on my door soon"" James sighed and said ""That's the life you chose when you helped us"" Jim's face turned red and he shouted ""Well, maybe I'll just rat out your next location to the Knights and not die huh?"" James looked sad and said ""You're a good man Jim, just foolish sometimes."" He then took out a syringe and before JIm could speak, injected it into him. Jim's face softened and he fell to the floor. James breathed out, relieved and said ""That should wipe your memory of us for the last couple weeks"" The syringe would replace all his memories of them and replace them with normal ones. James went back downstairs and shouted again ""FINAL CALL, PICK YOUR GROUPS AND LEAVE"" The bombs were set for exactly 10 minutes and he aimed to make use of those."
11317,Of Knights and Time: A Future Changed (IC OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323177&start=50,2014-12-16T10:37:00,Videssos,"Aleksandr heard the impending signs of approaching knights, and knew that action would once more have to be taken. He had already set certain things in motion, knowing the incompetence of the others when it came to leaving what was effectively a breadcrumb trail for the knights to follow to the hideout.<br/>Mildly annoyed by this, his violet gaze turned to Muhr as the man spoke. Though of course, as ever, he seemed little more than indifferent, with an apparent faint amusement at nothing in particular. ""It was,"" he murmured in a vaguely uninterested manner, ""like shooting fish in a barrel, as they say...""<br/><br/>Aleksandr knew that Muhr disliked him, that much was obvious, even without his knowledge of psychology, and saw the Russian as a bit of a coward. Though it was unknown what exact societal standards the man was judging him by, it wasn't an uncommon thing to see melee combat as more ""honourable"" than ranged, and this was probably what played a part in Muhr's judgement of him, since the armoured man obviously hadn't seen him fight in other situations, yet. He recalled back the time when he was a member of the Spetsnaz and a secret paramilitary organisation- or rather, he man he was cloned from, was, and the rigorous training that was daily conducted therein.<br/><br/>Melee combat was certainly an important aspect, and the carbon steel wrist-blades he had upon himself now were easily put to great effect, as was the metal wire with a karabiner, and a knife attached to the end. Further combined with his electrical generation and discharging, from the cybernetic technology embedded in his left hand, the Russian's danger increased yet further still, in close to mid-range combat, whilst his plasma pistols, and the PDW further increased this range and his versatility in combat. Being genetically engineered also helped, as did the bulletproof coat and the biomechanical nanite regeneration system that kicked in, in certain conditions. It was not surprising that those who knew of him, weren't too keen to get on his bad side. Due to his apparent immortality following certain battles many years ago, he ended up being nicknamed Koschei, in reference to the villainous figure from Russian folklore, also known as Koschei the Immortal, or Koschei the Deathless. Of course, there are also numerous variations of the story that depict the complicated procedure needed to eventually kill him, though the specifics on what happens during the tale vary.<br/><br/>With the crude traps set up by Muhr, and the bombs by James, Aleksandr felt that there was little he needed to do in such a regard. With James issuing an order to Muhr, the pale haired Russian decided to make his own way out, soon finding himself outside the compromised remnant hideout, via another exit. The assassin took a bit of a detour, veering through several streets and alleyways- a precautionary measure should any agents of the knights be in the general area, doubling back and carefully taking a position in a derelict house on the other side of the street, to watch as the raid of the base took place. The hideout itself was bound to claim a few lives, be it through the traps, or the bombs, and if feasible, Aleksandr would silently eliminate any surviving stragglers, if they were to emerge. Either way, after that matter was sorted, he planned on meeting up at the next abode of the remnants within the time allotted."
11318,Of Knights and Time: A Future Changed (IC OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323177&start=50,2014-12-16T16:48:00,Kaledoria,"Scientist Dowel was a dead end. He did not try to contact this Alexandr, packed his stuff and got the hell out of the city. ""Clever guy,"" Yuri thought. For a while he increased his hope that the given address could actually be a location where he could find the Remnants. Yuri had made it clear, that he would be able to find Dowel, should he lie and that he made no attempt to side with Alexandr for protection indicated, that he had not given Yuri a reason to go looking for him.<br/><br/>Of course there was another option: Dowel could actually have told the truth and not know any more about Alexandr, not how to contact him, not how to find him and just told Yuri something to buy some time to flee. Poor guy, not as if Yuri had done him anything serious. The address was a ruin, in the basement Yuri found an abandoned workshop. It was stripped of anything useful and judging from the dust and spiderwebs, Yuri estimated it was two or three years since the last time anyone had been down here.<br/><br/>Yuri went to the warehouse, he had visited during the night. After checking the scenery for a short while in order to make sure nobody was paying to much interest he went in. The militiamen had demonstrated bloody efficiency and two corpses were still lying on the ground. ""You don't believe in interrogations, do you?"" Yuri joked. He analyzed the blood splatters. ""Hey,"" one of the militiamen shouted, ""our guy just took a grazing shot, it was a flawlessly executed operation.""<br/>Yuri ignored it and went on. There was a save the Knights needed open. In his time as an procurer of goods, he never had a thing for save breaking but he knew people, including one here in the city. ""If you want that open without damage to the contents, I could have a comrade with the right tools and skills here in a quarter of an hour."""
11319,Of Knights and Time: A Future Changed (IC OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323177&start=50,2014-12-16T18:42:00,Wine-loving Chimps,"Sergeant Mason steps forward then comments:"" Don't worry Yuri, we have a solution. Around about now, I'd expect.''<br/><br/>He looks down at the bodies:"" We know who one of them was. Jim Blocko, a peanut vender. He sold peanuts from the entrance of this building from time to time, when not helping Remnants for sure. The other one we think was his son. Poor fool thought he could be a hero.''<br/><br/>The Sergeant smiles:"" My sparky sword said otherwise.''<br/><br/>With that, 4 militiamen arrived in carrying a large, strange looking device. Behind them, a local dealer walked in and gestured them:"" Make sure the clasps all are firmly held onto the safe door!''<br/><br/>The dealer looked at Yuri then said:"" You have love Sardis and its goodies, eh? They have such incredible technology but have it completely wasted on its people. Damn shame for them: they'd have an empire if they did know how to use their goodies.''<br/><br/>He leans in closer to Yuri:"" Watch this. You'll love it.''<br/><br/>By now, the now 6 militia had properly installed this device onto the safe. Even the Syndrome did not stop them understanding what the one button was there for. Sergeant Mason shouts:"" And go!''<br/><br/>A very loud whirring noise comes from the device. Then a huge ''THUD'' sound deafens everyone for a couple of seconds, only to hear a vague crumbling noise from within. The whirring stops, and the 6 militiamen remove the device. What used to be the safe entrance crumbles gently at the bottom as fine grain. Sergeant Mason comments out loud:"" That was one hell of a safe entrance. I hope they didn't like it.''<br/><br/>He turns to Yuri:"" As our best tracker and as the lead that got us here Yuri, would you like the honor of going inside first?''"
11320,Of Knights and Time: A Future Changed (IC OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323177&start=50,2014-12-16T19:18:00,Arstotzkas,"James shouted in anger ""They found our location!"" He ran around, arranging evac and transport groups and destroying last minute things though he was sure he forget a few documents. James saw the line of people standing there and ordered them by saying ""Well, don't just stand there grab a weapon and defend until the trucks are gone!"" The people then scrambled around looking for something, anything to fight with. Not very good weapons either, one had a table leg, another a brick. But the ones who did have guns stood side to side, ready to fire. All in all, there were about 15 men, 5 with guns. James thought he heard the clinging of the ladder and the boots hitting it and said with dread ""They're almost here....<br/><br/>The traps were ready, the bombs poised to explode in a few minutes and the ragtag group ready to hold the Knights off. James was filled with dread. Could this group hold off such brutal attackers? No time to worry about it now, he thought to himself, guns in hand. Meanwhile the<span style=""font-style: italic"">tick tick tick</span>of the bombs kept going. 8 minutes remaining before they were blown to bits. The trucks began moving out and James started sweating, all the while the<span style=""font-style: italic"">tick tick tick </span>of the bombs kept going on."
11321,Of Knights and Time: A Future Changed (IC OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323177&start=50,2014-12-16T22:19:00,Serderistan,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Some distance away from all the craziness</span><br/><br/>During the sneak attack by the Remnants, one of the members of the Knights was conveniently absent. Due to the chaos and confusion caused by the Remnant suprise attack the Knights might have missed the fact that their resident mercenary, Jack 'Mad Man' Devlin, was not present. With the skirmish over and the Sardis Militia currently conducting cordon and search operations, there might have been a few Knights who now noticed that one of their number was not present. There might have been a few theories as to why the soldier of fortune wasn't present at the outpost...though most, perhaps all, of them were wrong. The simple answer to Jack's absence was that he was currently suffering from a hangover. The hired gun had decided to take some personal time during the day and had way too many drinks and chatted up too many women who were members of the worlds oldest profession. As an unfortunate side effect from his festivities, he was temporarily incapacitated and had spent a small chunk of his earnings. Fortunately, the former Army Ranger had gotten his money's worth of hard partying. Unfortunately, he wasn't going to be able to recover entirely.<br/><br/>'Mad Man' Devlin's peaceful sleep was interrupted by the sounds of the the Sardis Militiamen's heavy handed cordon and search operation. In place of sweet dreams, a strong headache had started to take root. As a consequence of having a good time during the day, Jack felt like shit when he woke up. Fortunately, he had several bottles of water to help with his recovery process...which he immediately began by chugging the water in several gulps. Thanks to his Foxhound drone, he didn't have to worry about anyone trying to rob him during his alcohol induced sleep coma as anyone thinking about attempting such an endeavor would get several 14.5mm surprises. Of course, currently Jack's focus was on the gunfire that was happening somewhat near by.<br/><br/>""Ah hell...those Knights starting something now? Son of a bitch,"" Jack said as he continued downing bottles of water, ""Looks like it's time to earn my pay.""<br/><br/>After finishing off more bottles of water, 'Mad Man' ensured that he was decent and combat ready(a simple enough task as he was already dressed), made a quick brass check on his compact carbine, and whistled to his drone in order to get it to follow him. After using the UCGV for so long, he had come to think of the combat drone as a pet...so much so that he had painted 'Rex' on the side of the turret. As he started up his truck(really an old beat up junker that had seen better days), Jack turned on his handheld radio(another relic that was old even by pre-war standards) and gave his current boss a call.<br/><br/>{Hey there, Mr. Blackhawk. Having a good night? I heard some commotion nearby and I'm assuming that it's you and the Remnant getting a brawl on. What's the deal, you didn't invite me? You know how much I love my job.}"
11322,Of Knights and Time: A Future Changed (IC OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323177&start=50,2014-12-17T07:12:00,Arstotzkas,"Owain got the call and smiled saying ""I was afraid you would end it too quickly."" He then lowered his voice ""Listen, my men have found the Remnant base location so get over there and make sure they don't escape"" he said. After giving the directions he said ""I would prefer them alive, but having them dead doesn't hurt too"" He hung up and sighed. Devlin was a great mercenary but was costing him a lot of money. Oh well, At least if he died here, he wouldn't have to pay the monthly contract. Mercenaries were fickle and could be easily changed with money. Of course he didn't trust Devlin but he was good for covert missions and things that the Knights would be ashamed of. This would be a win win situation. IF Devlin wiped out and captured a few Remnant troops then that would be great. If he died, well he would rid himself of a potential problem. Now all that was left to do was storm the base and finally win."
11323,Of Knights and Time: A Future Changed (IC OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323177&start=50,2014-12-17T12:30:00,Kaledoria,"Yuri checked the safe after the militia had opened it with something that looked like a thermite charge (though it probably was not).<br/>Inside was some money (that Yuri stowed for now) and a few papers, that he took out. He spread them out on a table, it were oped battle plans, tactical sketches and mission protocols. Sadly, the Remnants did not use any names. but one one map, Yuri could make something out: That one building was their own base, following that route, he derived that ... ""They are at the peanut shop!"" A guard at the door answered: ""Good to know, we raided that shack 15 minutes ago and as far as I heard they found a trapdoor. Sergeant Mason went there afterwards with a door opener. By now they should be entering the basement.""<br/><br/>""Then I should be going there, too"" Yuri said mostly to himself. He threw another look over the papers: It were 3 handwritings, one of them obviously from the leader, the other two looked like military advisors, their plans seamed reasonable. One approach usually leaned towards a strong melee shock attack, while the other used specialized positions, that suggested police special forces training. He packed them in, maybe later he could find out more. Instead, Yuri took his crossbow from the backpack. He pressed the stock to the chest and pulled the string with both hands to cock it, than loaded it with a bold, the quiver with more ammunition he hung at his belt.<br/><br/>He then rushed out of the door to see, how the Sardis men planned to take a fortified underground bunker."
11324,Of Knights and Time: A Future Changed (IC OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323177&start=50,2014-12-17T15:35:00,Wine-loving Chimps,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kaledoria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323177&amp;p=22828880#p22828880"">wrote</a>:</cite>Yuri checked the safe after the militia had opened it with something that looked like a thermite charge (though it probably was not).<br/>Inside was some money (that Yuri stowed for now) and a few papers, that he took out. He spread them out on a table, it were oped battle plans, tactical sketches and mission protocols. Sadly, the Remnants did not use any names. but one one map, Yuri could make something out: That one building was their own base, following that route, he derived that ... ""They are at the peanut shop!"" A guard at the door answered: ""Good to know, we raided that shack 15 minutes ago and as far as I heard they found a trapdoor. Sergeant Mason went there afterwards with a door opener. By now they should be entering the basement.""<br/><br/>""Then I should be going there, too"" Yuri said mostly to himself. He threw another look over the papers: It were 3 handwritings, one of them obviously from the leader, the other two looked like military advisors, their plans seamed reasonable. One approach usually leaned towards a strong melee shock attack, while the other used specialized positions, that suggested police special forces training. He packed them in, maybe later he could find out more. Instead, Yuri took his crossbow from the backpack. He pressed the stock to the chest and pulled the string with both hands to cock it, than loaded it with a bold, the quiver with more ammunition he hung at his belt.<br/><br/>He then rushed out of the door to see, how the Sardis men planned to take a fortified underground bunker.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC: I was planning on doing something similar, but this is way cleaner. Thanks man! Sorry for the confusion!<br/><br/>IC: The Sardis men had opened the trapdoor but were uneasy about the ladder. How would anyone be able to climb down and ever possibly survive the Remnants down there? When Sergeant Mason arrived with Yuri, he immediately radioed back to Harold Jenkins:"" Sir! We have found a huge amount of evidence in the warehouse and it leads us to a peanut shop that we had raided earlier.''<br/><br/>Harold:"" Well that is fantastic Sergeant. Take it out now and be done with these Remnants!''<br/><br/>Sergeant:"" The problem, sir, is that it's a trap door with a ladder going down....''<br/><br/>Harold:"" A death sentence for anyone going on it. We will need to deploy some more 'Sardis goodies' then. That dealer I brought with me should know something.''<br/><br/>He nodded, turned to the dealer (the same guy who came with the safe-buster) then said:"" Hey man, you have anything to clear this?''<br/><br/>The 'dealer' contemplated for a while, then thoughtfully comments:"" How does a few drones sound like? That's what I'd send first.''<br/><br/>Mason:''... Yeah, whatever those are, deploy those!''<br/><br/>Dealer:"" Lots of types though... Guns? Smoke? Swords? Armour? Flying?''<br/><br/>Mason:"" Flying. That sounds good.''<br/><br/>Dealer:"" You brought a couple of Sardis 50X-O2 gun drones for that then, in those lorries. Nasty beasties. They are about as big as your head, hover for hours, but then carry up to 20 rounds of whatever it is you loaded... smoke bombs, grenades... really big darts...those are my favorite... How's that?''<br/><br/>The Sergeant turned to Yuri cheerful:"" You see, that's the great thing about having us as allies. It's like the timeline never even changed sometimes. [turns to the dealer] Sounds great! Get the... what's it....'beasties, or whatever you just described... yeah get a bunch of those down there asap!''<br/><br/>Dealer:"" You sure? Might want to confirm that with your boss. They are<span style=""font-style: italic"">criminally</span>expensive to use.''<br/><br/>Sergeant Mason nodded and radioed back to Harold Jenkins. Harold instantly orders back:"" Spare no expense. I'll have those miracle things at you in about 10 minutes. You better be down in those tunnels following them in 15...''<br/><br/>Sergeant:"" Copy that Sir. [tells middleman connection is not needed anymore] Alright troops! The miracle cure that our resident specialist just described is coming... just like he did for that safe! It'll be here in 10 minutes...''"
11325,Of Knights and Time: A Future Changed (IC OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323177&start=50,2014-12-17T21:52:00,Serderistan,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""OOC""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">I'm assuming that Owain would give more than just directions for how to get to his location while delivering his sitrep to Devlin. The fact that the base is under the peanut shop would likely be mentioned as it affects how Devlin would do his job. Also, hoping no one minds the merc's arrival.</div></div></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">En Route to Peanut Shop</span><br/><br/>As Devlin drove like a bat out of hell, with his drone following after him, he made mental notes while listening to the directions and instructions that Owain gave to him. The fact that this hidden base was underground rose a few red flag already. For one, it meant that the enemy had set the playing field and would give the attackers hell. Anyone experienced in MOUT could expect IEDs, murder holes, fatal funnels and other sorts of nasty surprises. It also meant that capturing them would be harder as he expected that someone who made an underground tunnel system would have a backdoor to escape out of, if not several. That being said, he had a few solutions to this dastardly problem. He just hoped that he would arrive before they actually started the raid.<br/><br/>{Roger that boss. I'm almost there. Me and Rex are ready to drop bodies. Just keep me posted on new developments.}<br/><br/>After he finished relaying his response, Jack began to rapidly swear under his breath and jammed his foot down on the accelerator, causing the old junker to surge ahead. The last thing he wanted to do was miss this brawl...even if it was a shit situation.<br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">In the Interest of time and plot</span><br/><br/>Just as the Sardis militiamen were finishing preparations for their raid, the Knights and their militia allies heard Devlin's approach...not that it took them very long before they saw him. Even though his driving to the objective could be considered reckless, he didn't slam the brakes. Instead he gradually slowed down like a smart person so he wouldn't give himself whiplash...or accidentally plow into any militiamen. Once he was parked, he was out of the truck and jogging toward the peanut shop with his combat drone right behind. While the militiamen were probably used to tech, the sight of the Foxhound drone was probably a strange sight as it was half a foot shorter than Jack's six foot height, nearly long and wide as a car, armed with turret that housed a fearsome heavy machinegun and a multi-shot grenade launcher. Unlike drones that were used primarily for reconnaissance or supporting dismounts in the field, the Foxhound was designed to provide fire support for both dismounted infantry and vehicle mounted personnel. As such, it was designed to be able to keep up with the vehicles it was supposed to support. Of course, Devlin's seemingly crazy grin as the unmanned war machine drove behind him might have also unnerved the militiamen.<br/><br/>""Sup! What'd I miss?"" Devlin asked Owain once he reached him, with his PDW in hand.<br/><br/>Despite the seemingly jovial attitude that Devlin had, there were a few things that bugged him about this situation. For one, he felt like he was being watched. Perhaps it was just paranoia from having to survive by the skin of his teeth...of course, his gut feeling never failed him. Said gut feeling led him to make an observation about the militiamen. While they showed competence by sending drones before they sent in people, they seemed to be focusing too much on the peanut shop and not the buildings around them. If he were in charge, he'd have his guys take up positions in some of the nearby buildings in order to provide protection to troops maintaining security, create a good overwatch position, and to ensure that there were no baddies hiding in them. He wasn't in charge though, that duty belonged to his employers. He could make suggestions though.<br/><br/>""So...we sure we can trust these militia guys to do this raid right? I mean, they've got guys in the nearby building right? Would make great over watch positions in case the Remnant decides to pop out and attack,"" Devlin said before shrugging, ""<a class=""postlink"" href=""https://i.imgflip.com/9sw43.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">But that's none of my business.</a>""<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Another note""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Inspirations for the Foxhound UCGV includes the sadly canceled <a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/XM1219_Armed_Robotic_Vehicle"" rel=""nofollow"">XM1219 Armed Robotic Vehicle</a> and the <a class=""postlink"" href=""http://vignette1.wikia.nocookie.net/ghostrecon/images/1/10/HAMMER.png/revision/latest?cb=20110117204245"" rel=""nofollow"">Hammer Drone</a> from the first build of Ghost Recon: Future Soldier</div></div></div>"
11326,Of Knights and Time: A Future Changed (IC OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323177&start=50,2014-12-18T11:41:00,Arstotzkas,"Owain heard and picked up the phone. OF course, he was sitting in his nice office in his mansion. However, his desk were unkempt and unorganized, covered with notes and battle plans. Just the cost of war he supposed. Owain replied ""You can trust these guys, they'll at least cover your back"" He noted to Devlin ""I'll have them cover a watch position"" as you suggested. Owain didn't really want too many casualties so he decided to say that ""Look, I don't want unnecessary casualties"" he quietly said ""So, find a strategic way to take them down"" Owain hung up and listened to the silence in his office. Meanwhile while he sat in luxury, people were dying just a few miles away from him. The thought chilled him. Was he really so different from James then? Could he have found peace instead of war? Who was he to make others die for him? He shook off the thought and called Yuri ""Yuri, do you have any ideas how to capture the base?"" he said<br/><br/>MEANWHILE<br/><br/>James stood there, waiting when suddenly.<br/><br/>""DRONES!"" someone shouted and they all scattered, looking for any cover. James heard one aiming for him, but he jumped away and it exploded, destroying a small bit of the base. All around him, the others were doing the same thing. This was quite unexpected. Drones cost a lot of money in this world, so the Knights must have been very fearful of that ladder. James sighed and shouted ""Is everyone okay?"" Around the room people mumbled yes, and thankfully no one was killed. There were some slight injuries though, bruises and cuts and burned clothes. It appears they were scattered for the time being. James tried to rally them all up but it would seem that it would take a few minutes to go back into their neat formation. Meanwhile the transport truck were still trying to move out, meaning that they still had to defend for the time being. And of course the bombs keept ticking. 5 Minutes remaning. James didn't know what to do. They could come at any second now, and they weren't prepared anymore. He just hoped that they could be ready by the time they finally arrived."
11327,Of Knights and Time: A Future Changed (IC OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323177&start=50,2014-12-18T12:04:00,Wine-loving Chimps,"The dealer jumped up and down with excitement when he heard the chaos down there. Ecstatically, he grabs Devlin on the arms and says:'' You heard what ONE DRONE DOES?! Told you they are nasty!''<br/><br/>OOC: Image of typical drone being sent<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://www.forgeworld.co.uk/Images/Product/DefaultFW/xlarge/blightdrone.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">http://www.forgeworld.co.uk/Images/Prod ... tdrone.jpg</a><br/><br/>He turns to Sergeant Mason:'' Send more! Send more! We need to clear them! Permanently!''<br/><br/>A local police officer steps forward:'' But Sir, the<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">cost</span></span>!!!!''<br/><br/>The dealer looks at the officer:'' What is<span style=""font-style: italic"">cost </span>compared to<span style=""font-style: italic"">lives</span>? Specifically<span style=""font-style: italic"">your</span>lives?''<br/><br/>The Sergeant nodded:'' Right. Mr Jenkins said no expense was to be spared. Do as he says. Send them all down. Then I'll be the first one climbing down that ladder.''<br/><br/>All the militiamen looked at each other grimly at each other then wheel out more of them. A monstrous total of 11 are sent down soon after, firing darts, smoke bombs and grenades. Shouts and screams follow. As the smoke rises, Sergeant Mason takes a deep breath then starts to climb down the ladder...."
11328,Of Knights and Time: A Future Changed (IC OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323177&start=50,2014-12-18T12:27:00,Arstotzkas,"This time they were ready. They shot down drone after drone, all of them falling. Of course, some of the darts hit the men but far less than the first wave. James had a idea and said ""Men, pretend like you're screaming and shouting so that we fool them"" The men did so, so it seemed like they were in severe pain while in reality, they only had minor to medium injuries. James was happy with how many drones were being destroyed, thankful that they had time to prepare before hand. Of course they weren't in perfect condition, one man was seriously injured by a grenade and the other almost lost his leg to a dart, but overall they were still kicking. Everything around them though, was destroyed. Walls were destroyed and full of holes. Chairs were twisted and burned, Even a small fire started, before they took it out. As they heard the ladder creaking, the battered rebels prepared to activate their traps, their weapons and courage....."
11329,Of Knights and Time: A Future Changed (IC OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323177&start=50,2014-12-19T08:06:00,Serderistan,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Raid site</span><br/><br/>Devlin's reaction to the arms dealer grabbing his arms was to pull away from him and give him a look that told him not to do that again. While Owain insisted that he could trust the Sardis militiamen, he wasn't so sure about their tactics. He approved of sending drones down before troops but he felt tnat tbey could have done a lot more with the micro UCAVs instead of just sending them down there to shoot up the place and absorb enemy gunfire. For instance if the Sardis militiamen had access to a visual feed from the drones' optical sensors, they could access the damage they had inflicted on the Remnants and even spot traps if they had sharp eyes. As he saw the rest of the eleven drones get sent down, he pondered if that was even an option with those odd looking machines. Of course, once the drones stopped firing and smoke began to rise, Devlin walked forward and grabbed Sergeant Mason before he could proceed any further.<br/><br/>""Whoa, whoa, whoa,""Devlin said, ""Whatcha think you're doing high speed? Thinking that you're gonna go down that ladder one at a time all nice and calm like? Sure it sounds like your drones made mince meat out of these baddies but how do you know you won't place your feet on a toepopper and blow your fucking feet off. If not, hell there might be one guy still down there in a fatal funnel who will have you dead to rights.""<br/><br/>After Jack's mini-lecture, he gave a slight grin. It was clear that he had a plan in mind. Wheter the militiamen liked it would remain to be seen.<br/><br/>""Besides, while drones are friggin' awesome, I've got an idea for how to crack this nut,"" Jack said as he produced a thin, cylindrical device from one of the pouches on his body armor, ""We aren't going to play by their rules. Ask that crazy arms dealer if he can get a lot of explosives over here, breaching charges if he's got them. We're going to blow out the floor, or at least a big chunk of it, and make a second entrance. I'm sure that the Remnants won't mind...just like they won't mind this pipe bomb I'm sending them.""<br/><br/>Jack quickly flicked open his lighter to light the fuse of his homemade explosive device. Unlike the drones, the pipe bomb was not a high tech wonder. Instead, it was made with a variety of materials that one could easily procure, even in a post apocalyptic world like this one. He tossed the pipe bomb down the hole and waited. Besides, he wasn't going to let the militiamen go first. After all, Rangers lead the way."
11330,Of Knights and Time: A Future Changed (IC OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323177&start=50,2014-12-19T17:45:00,Wine-loving Chimps,"The Sergeant was aghast as he slowly climbed back up:'' Explosives? That'd destroy the whole tunnel! We'd never be able to map its full extent! Don't you know that we could-''<br/><br/>Before Mason can finish the arms dealer's eyes brighten up again:'' Of course! Blast them and have those Remnants be crushed by their own ceiling! That is genius mercenary, genius! Men, could you kindly go for...no, I'll do it myself!''<br/><br/>With that the crazy arms dealer runs out and hops into the back of the parked truck outside. Soon, very valuable and very high-tech gizmos fly out like unwanted lego bricks. By now Sergeant Mason has climbed out of the hole and radios back to Harold:'' Sir, the mercenary suggests that we could-''<br/><br/>Harold Jenkins:'' Go with it.''<br/><br/>Sergeant Mason:'' But Sir, he wants to blow up the entire tunnel and peanut shop!''<br/><br/>Harold Jenkins:'' I LOVE IT! They'll never see that coming! Tell the men to help your 'specialist' in fetching the bombs.''<br/><br/>Sergeant Mason:"" How do you know he's already looking for them?''<br/><br/>Jenkins:'' I know him too well. He loves 'booms', that's why I hired him. Now help him!''<br/><br/>The Sergeant looked at the rest of the militiamen and gestures them to pick up all the dynamite, grenades, C4 and even strange pre-calamity explosives they can from the back of the lorry. Excited but angry, the dealer comes storming out holding a small silver orb drone with a red eye. He shouts to Yuri and Devlin as if it was somehow their fault:'' Why didn't you send this drone already?!! This is a Kamikaze drone! You know how many of these still exist?!... I have no idea, but not many that's for sure! This little bugger could level the shop if I programmed it to. One big blast to make all the other explosives chain react. Isn't that sweet?''"
11331,Of Knights and Time: A Future Changed (IC OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323177&start=50,2014-12-19T18:59:00,Kaledoria,"The situation was to chaotic for Yuri. He would have expected that the Knights were building a fire to smoke the Remnants out, maybe even throw a flash-bang down and then storming in with soldiers armed with guns and ballistic shields (despite the fact that this would incur some casualties on the Knights's side). But this show of invaluable tech, in a situation where stuff like the battlefield and the enemy numbers and equipment was not known, this was way over his head. Well, at least something down there screamed, so they were killing. However, as long as the enemy screamed, they were not dead and anything that survived the drones for that long was definitely dangerous.<br/><br/>Devlin had another idea. Yuri looked at the bomb. He was quite sure that this would not work. How deep of a hole would this blow into the ground? 10 cm? maybe 20? If Yuri was to design such a bunker, he would dig it out below the pipes for water, sewage and occasionally gas, heating or electricity. In this neighborhood the later three seamed unlikely but the first two were present in all but the dirtiest slums of the city. Anyway, overall, the bunker was probably a meter below earth and if this speculation was true the pipe bomb would not do a think but the arms dealer seamed to be willing to enforce this 'plan' nevertheless - just with a greater bomb.<br/><br/>""You are all gun crazy!"" Yuri shouted, but just barely loud enough that it could be heard over the explosions below. ""Except with explosions. What do you expect down there that is so important to kill, that we can sacrifice all of these tech-things and destroy the water supply and canalization for this entire neighborhood?""<br/><br/>He went over to Jenkins: ""I want to point out, that I am against this plan. I know, you are the senior Knight here and my opinion is just opinion but as you say 'for the record'. Now excuse me while I take a safety distance."" Yuri decided that he was not needed at the hatch. He should better observe the neighborhood. As far as he had heard, the Drones were partially armed with grenades and some of those were able to start fires or simple produced a lot of smoke. Maybe he would find some smoke rising somewhere and thus make out air shafts (that could help him estimate the extend of the underground bunker) or even secondary exits."
11332,Of Knights and Time: A Future Changed (IC OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323177&start=50,2014-12-19T19:12:00,Arstotzkas,"Owain got the call and shook his head ""He's right"" he said ""We need to think about our strategy very carefully"" Owain sighed ""Do you know how much these drones are costing me"" He had been up all night managing budgets. They were already in debt from the raid of the last base, and this certainly wasn't helping. He called Harold and said ""Don't waste out tech, smoke them out with fire and flashbangs"" He hung up and thought back. How would they storm this bunker? An idea struck him. He contacted Yuri and said ""What do you think of this?"" He then explained that a bunker like that would have to have vents. If they could pump gas through them, they could easily take the bunker. He was nearly ecastic with the idea as they already had a stockpile of gas and gas masks. He further explained that using the gas would result in a bloodless victory and would allow them to take everything they had, before they destroyed it."
11333,Of Knights and Time: A Future Changed (IC OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323177&start=50,2014-12-19T21:07:00,Kaledoria,"""Thank you for calling of this idea, Sir. I was fearing, that in the end, we would have wasted Sardis' supply of Drones just for taking out one little bunker and a few Remnants who stayed back to guard the others' escapes. At least if we don't blow the whole thing up, we can still recover the tech and they will hopefully have one, who can fix it.<br/>And this does not even consider the new bunch of problems we get with the people, if we devastate the whole area.<br/>I am already looking for vents or exits but so far found none. If we lit a fire by the hatch and blew smoke in there, the vents would surely be more visible. I will organize that.<br/>Gas could be used to knock them out or kill them, if we use lethal gas, we should evacuate the area. In any way, I would like assume that, considering what we know about their equipment, they will probably have a few masks themselves but most likely not enough for everyone. When you are here with the Gas and Masks we should have found the vents and - if necessary - evacuated the area.""<br/><br/>Yuri waited for Owain's final decision and then ran back to the peanut shop and delegated the plan: ""Hey, Owain called you already? No big explosion? Good. You two militiamen there, make a fire by the trapdoor and make it smoke strong. Mr. tech merchant, we need a spare propeller to blow the smoke downwards. Devlin, you suggested that the Remnants might try to attack us here, going back on that point, could you secure the perimeter? I mean with us sieging their base such an attack would probably be suicidal but if we are to careless, each one of them could take a few of us with him, and they might be crazy enough to find that worth it."" Yuri went a little closer, so that not everyone could hear it: ""And if you see the smoke coming out of some vents here and there, note the place, Owain is coming with gas, in case they try to resist simple fire-smoke with a wet cloth and staying away from the trapdoor."""
11334,Of Knights and Time: A Future Changed (IC OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323177&start=50,2014-12-20T04:39:00,Wine-loving Chimps,"<blockquote><div><cite>Arstotzkas <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323177&amp;p=22852962#p22852962"">wrote</a>:</cite>Owain got the call and shook his head ""He's right"" he said ""We need to think about our strategy very carefully"" Owain sighed ""Do you know how much these drones are costing me"" He had been up all night managing budgets. They were already in debt from the raid of the last base, and this certainly wasn't helping. He called Harold and said ""Don't waste out tech, smoke them out with fire and flashbangs"" He hung up and thought back. How would they storm this bunker? An idea struck him. He contacted Yuri and said ""What do you think of this?"" He then explained that a bunker like that would have to have vents. If they could pump gas through them, they could easily take the bunker. He was nearly ecastic with the idea as they already had a stockpile of gas and gas masks. He further explained that using the gas would result in a bloodless victory and would allow them to take everything they had, before they destroyed it.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Harold walked into Owain's office. Not that it was very far, considering he had never left the outpost and was contacting his men through radio. After the 'hellos' He looked about, noted the damages, then sat down:'' I have been thinking about long-term strategies.''<br/><br/>He adjusts his tie:'' My men have been very, uh, tech-happy in the past 24 hours. This because I had said 'spare no expense' to them.''... The main problem, as far as I'm seeing it are two things. One is that this Remnant base is the closest to my hometown they've ever dared put it... I don't like that. I really, really don't. The other one is the presence of such high-profile fighters in this base. We have a pretty good idea that that<span style=""font-style: italic"">James Nightingale</span>is in there. You understand that he is basically their last leader? If we kill or capture him, then we will practically end this insurgency once and for all.<br/>But that said... I'm going to need to raise taxes on my people with the sheer expense going on...or do you have another idea on how to make our budgets balance again?''<br/><br/><br/>Meanwhile<br/><br/>As the two militiamen busily got to work starting a fire at the entrance, with a third one jokingly pulling out a bag of marshmallows, the dealer looked like a child who's candy was just taken from him. He says disappointedly:'' OK...yeah...propellor, smoke, of course. No collapsing the roof on their heads, ok.''<br/><br/>Everyone flinches as he throws the Kamikaze drone straight into a mirror, but luckily the drone was made of stern stuff and didn't explode. The dealer heads outside and told the militiamen there to stop amassing their slightly impressive pyre of explosives and then looks around the gizmos that had been thrown out in his excitement. He comes back a little later with an early 21st century fan and a old-looking yellow shell. The dealer put them both down on the ground and explains:"" Fan on the left. Should be good at smoking them out. The one on the right is authentic from the 20th century... mustard gas. Don't know if it still works, but it's the best these Sardis militiamen brought with them.''"
11335,Of Knights and Time: A Future Changed (IC OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323177&start=50,2014-12-20T23:41:00,Serderistan,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Raid Site</span><br/><br/>Jack felt annoyed at the sudden change of events. Much of the annoyance stemmed from that Yuri kid directly calling the boss to change the plan that was set up. He had to admit there were good reasons for not just blowing shit up, notably that there wasn't a reason to sacrifice the entire neighborhood for destroying the bunker and that he didn't know how thick the floor was...though it probably wasn't that thick. What pissed him off was that the move seemed to undermine his authority...even if he didn't have that much seeing as he was a mercenary. Yuri giving him orders, even if they did make sense, added insult to injury.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Little Prick</span>, Devlin thought to himself,<span style=""font-style: italic"">Even the new butter bars knew to talk to their non-coms back in the days before the world went to shit...well...went to shit even more than it did.</span><br/><br/>Of course, there wasn't much that he could do as the boss approved of the gas plan. Asking to blow shit up or just continue tossing pipe bombs down the hole would just cause them to lose more time than they had with wasting 12 mini UCAVs. He had a few issues with the plan...other than his authority being undermined. For one, trying to smoke them out would be incredibly time consuming and it would likely just force them to escape instead of making them surface. Gas had some similar issues but it was far more effective than smoke, especially considering that the Sardis militiamen were rolling out freaking mustard gas. While chemical weapons were always scary, it was a problem easily remedied using chemical protecive masks and while the Remnant probably didn't have that many of those lying around, it wasn't if they were rare like the UGCV Devlin had. Still, he shrugged and continued with the plan...and gave a few suggestions.<br/><br/>""Sure thing kid,"" Jack said to Yuri, ""I'll get these militiamen to un-ass themselves and properly cordon this area. If I might give a suggestion...this shit's gonna take a long time, especially with the civilian evac we're about to do since we apparently have friggin' chems. Now, I'd just keep tossing down grenades and pipe bombs down there to soften them up and move in but since we axed that plan, I'll roll with your idea. Though, we could always pour some gasoline down any hole we find and toss a match. Damage to the neighborhood might be an issue but the fire will sure scare the Remnant out of their hole. But hey, if we're dedicated to using World War 1 era chems against the enemy...then we'll roll that way. Not as if we can send some joes to find the main exit.""<br/><br/>With that, he whistled and directed his drone to cover one of the streets with it's heavy machine gun scanning a sector of fire. While the drone was heavily armed, Devlin ensured that the drone wasn't making itself an easy target. He began directing several of the militiamen to set up on both approaches, either taking cover in alleyways or inside the buildings. For overwatch positions, he told Sergeant Mason that there should be one set up some distance away from their cordon so that they could inform everyone else if or when baddies were headed towards them. As for covering the peanut shop, he volunteered to lead a squad to secure the house on the other side of the street...<br/><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Note""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Just a little reference for those unfamiliar with some of the lingo I'm using, a butter bar is a derogatory nickname that refers to 2nd Lieutenants in the American Military that refers to the shape and gold/yellow color of their rank insignia. A non-com is a non-commissioned in the military and in the US Army, this refers to anyone that's a E4 Corporal and above.<br/><br/>Also yes, I am having Jack make move toward Videssos' hiding place...even if it is somewhat unwittingly.</div></div></div>"
11336,Of Knights and Time: A Future Changed (IC OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323177&start=50,2014-12-21T16:00:00,Wine-loving Chimps,"The militia got to work right away. Sergeant Mason approved Devlin's request and handed over 6 men to breach the house on the other side of the street.<br/>Many militia men scatter and carry out the orders of making a perimeter. Police department snipers are installed on all the key overwatch positions and a select few Sardis troops are re-issued with sub-machineguns instead of their usual shotguns. With the help of the local police, the whole town was soon quarantined. While some might say that is a bit harsh, Harold Jenkins reckoned it was the most sure way of securing a perimeter and making sure the remnants have no escape. No attempt to evacuate civilians happens.<br/><br/>In the peanut shop the dealer looked very sad at the shell. He comments:"" Thing's an antique... 120 years old- no, sorry, more than that. One of the last of its kind... Well, now instead of gassing men in the trenches, it can gas the men in the bunker. I wonder whether we really should use this now... I mean explosions are great! Drones are great! But they're<span style=""font-style: italic"">quick</span>. The Remnants are just blasted into little tiny pieces and you need a mop to clean them up. This thing though... mustard gas... that stuff's evil. That death's painful.''<br/><br/>The dealer suddenly runs off to the lorry outside then comes back with a hazmat suit and a disorganized bundle of electronics. He then explains:"" I was just thinking about delivery of the gas. This suit<span style=""font-style: italic"">should</span>be able to withstand the gas no problems. It has a tested gas mask on it, so the mustard gas won't kill you.<br/><br/>This thing I've just remembered is interesting... they are exo-skelleton legs. The wearer of these should be able to jump down the ladder and have them break his fall. I have a theory that we could have somebody wear this hazmat suit, wear the exoskeleton legs, then jump down the ladder, taking whoever's down there by surprise, activate the bomb... then blast the remnants as they flee or try to put on some cloths or gas masks. How's that? ''<br/><br/>Sergeant Mason instantly comments:"" Sure, whatever that all means. Any volunteers?''"
11337,Of Knights and Time: A Future Changed (IC OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323177&start=50,2014-12-22T18:26:00,Kaledoria,"Realizing that he was not exactly diplomatic, Yuri thanked Devlin. He than turned to the Sergant and the weapon dealer: ""Owain mentioned, that he had gas and masks. We should wait for that stuff. Not that I have any preference how those Remnants die but this Mustard gas is also hardly controllable stuff. We don't know where it might linger around and kill someone later. Think of the people.""<br/><br/>That said Yuri decided that he would clear civilians from the area - a 200 meter radius should be save enough. At the same time he could check for vents. ""Look at it that way: There is a few of them down there. They have not been smoked out, thus they probably have vents or secondary exits. They are not exactly around the peanut shop, thus their underground base is probably a little bigger than that. This is why I think, taking it slow but save is our best bet.""<br/><br/>Yuri pumped a dose of liquid charisma into auto-injector and activated it. A positive feeling flew through his body but this was no recreational drug. It would give his words value and would hopefully help him avoid the usual conflicts when telling the citizens to leave their houses and stay with friends in other parts of the city for a while.<br/><br/>After two houses (the residence did in fact leave with only a little complaint) Yuri found a street grate from which smoke rose. He extended his staff to have a sufficient lever to topple it open and saw that below the smoke came out of a separate pipe. Yuri clogged it with some rags and memorized the place before continuing the search."
11338,Of Knights and Time: A Future Changed (IC OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323177&start=50,2014-12-25T15:31:00,Arstotzkas,"The gas finally arrived in carts loaded with gas masks too. The man wiped his forehead and said ""One is stun, the other death"" Owain really didn't care which one they used any way. He just wanted it to be clean and simple."
11339,Of Knights and Time: A Future Changed (IC OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323177&start=50,2014-12-28T12:53:00,Wine-loving Chimps,"OOC: Anyone still on this? I couldn't post for a few days...<br/><br/>IC:<br/><br/>The dealer didn't need much to set him off again. His moralist stance had been swiped away now as he declares:"" Alright, here we go!''<br/><br/>With that, he pulls out a small grenade and puts it on the shell. He counts:"" 1! 2!''<br/><br/>He throws the chemical weapon down the hatch, still counting:"" 3! 4! 5!''<br/><br/>At 5, the shell explodes, causing mustard gas to appear everywhere. Some of it even rushes out the trapdoor, but the militiamen were quick to put on their gas masks as soon as the countdown had begun. Sergeant Mason doesn't wait a second and grabs onto the ladder and slides down rapidly (he's wearing gloves, so no splinters or burns). He reaches the bottom and begins firing his pistol into the nebulous yellow..."
11340,Of Knights and Time: A Future Changed (IC OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323177&start=50,2014-12-28T13:16:00,Arstotzkas,"OOC: People are probably off for Christmas and such.<br/><br/><br/>James was shocked at the gas and quickly covered his arm. All around him, people were choking and coughing, even collapsing. He shouted ""Move back!"" and ran further into the base. He fired at the ladder too, hearing the soldiers gunshot hit the wall. He had no time to see the results, instead he fled further into the base, while men started falling next to him. It wasn't the first time this had happened, but to this extent was shocking. His eyes burning, he stumbled into the next room, but kept moving in fear of more gas. Suddenly he realized something and cursed. The air vents were quite clearly in the peanut shop, and without much effort they could find it. He sighed and thought again<span style=""font-style: italic"">Just a few more minutes</span>. But those minutes would be Trucks rumbled away, some with maps or books but others with more important things such as a certain machine. There was also a man shouting ""Almost done!"" Would it be fast enough though?"
11341,Of Knights and Time: A Future Changed (IC OPEN),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323177&start=50,2014-12-28T15:25:00,Wine-loving Chimps,"OOC: Normally I only post once a day, but this needs to be answered immediately!<br/><br/>Sergeant Mason orientated himself and reloaded his pulse pistol. Running through the fog, he bumps into a Remnant who had only just managed to put on a cloth round his face, but the Sergeant simply draws his sword and stabs the man in the throat. ''<span style=""font-style: italic"">One less</span>'' thinks the Sergeant to himself.<br/><br/>Meanwhile the first of the Sardis militia had climbed down the bottom of the ladder. The yellow clouds of Mustard gas stop them from seeing anything, so they play it safe (read: make sure they don't shoot the Sergeant) and simply attach bayonets to their guns and patrol the tunnels for a melee fight.<br/><br/>Sergeant Mason meanwhile kept the charge up. Two more Remnants are killed by him before anyone actually tries to resist, but this third one too was injured by shrapnel and so is swiftly dispatched. After watching the body drops and vanishes into the yellow cloud, the Sergeant shouts out:"" Ladder secure! Progress is going well. Tell Mr Jenkins this!''<br/>.<br/>.<br/>.<br/>Harold Jenkins was just lecturing Owain Blackhawk on how to fight the insurgency in his sphere of influence when he gets the message. Smiling he turns back to Owain:"" Good news. My men have used the mustard gas on the tunnels and seem to have established a beachhead. With that ladder safe, this base should fall in no time. I wonder if I brought some champagne with me...''"
11342,The Divault School for Extraordinary People IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323198,2014-12-10T14:52:00,Kassaran,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Divault School for Extraordinary People</span></span></span><br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-size: 75%; line-height: 116%;"">IC Thread</span></span></div><br/><br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322464"" rel=""nofollow"">OOC Thread</a><br/><hr/><br/><br/>The wind is blowing softly through the majestic oaks that line the cobblestone street winding through the bright and shining town of Valehelm. It is the start of another year at the local academy and the businesses are prepared for the damages and destruction about to be unleashed upon the valley in which they reside at the drop of a pin and likewise, the five solemn statues that guard the perimeter of the town, protecting it from any such area of effect now glow a soft red color. To look upon them instills a sense of awe, reverence, but also fear for these are the five sacred guardians, put in place by Divault himself, the lord of this realm, this valley, and the school which rests at the center of the village itself. This school is no ordinary school as one might expect in such an ordinary (sans the massive statues at the edges of the city) looking city, but rather, it is perhaps the single greatest concentration of scum and villainy within the multiverse, in and of itself, it is a tremendously large and imposing building, a solid black monolithic front with chiseled etchings of the great overlords of the past staring out over the horizon like massive opaque sentinels charged with protecting the school.<br/><br/>Moving along the road, throngs of young students are now slowly walking along the streets and convening in the main square outside of the academy… among these students, small shadowy creatures appear and disappear frequently, trying to ensure order remains and that no premature fighting breaks out while the school has not yet opened. They are rather effective in this job, but given that this is the charge of such soulless and dark little creatures it is no surprise. Indeed, these are the minions of the great headmaster himself, and their sheer power alone gives one a slight amount of insight as to the tremendous power of the old and much revered headmaster himself. All around the square, students are being organized into the three basic groups and then subdivided based upon their class and specialization in said groups. The first are the Henchmen-to-be, their relatively decent appearances only shattered by the lack of perceptiveness only further reinforced by the larger amount of minions trying to set them into the order they should be in as they are crowded (like the metaphorical cattle they are) along the base of the front of the school steps. They are separated into the Extraordinary, Supernatural, and Paranormal classes based on what they are composed mostly of. The Extraordinary are the strong and fleet, they are to become the arms, legs, and expendable parts of the evil overlord armies they will one day ideally serve within.<br/><br/>Next you have the lieutenants, the slightly more intelligent and/or gifted of people present, they have no desire or will to speak of when it comes to wishing to rule over others, but they can be trusted to control large groups of people nevertheless and will one day rule over the henchmen beneath them and do so ideally at the right hand of their chosen overlord. They are hardly a force to worry about on their own, but together they make a powerful force however for now they are ordering themselves with relative ease and the presence of minions is incredibly sparse. Gathering under the largest of the old oaks framing the central courtyard of the academy, they now huddle together in their respective groups as well, looking on at the smallest group of all which perhaps is the group above all that needs to be feared.<br/><br/>There they are, gathering in the shadow of a massive stone obelisk which marks the center of the school itself, the town itself, and even more-so, the courtyard, and from it radiates a red aura much like the one emanating from the guardian stones at the perimeter of the town. However, this is not the only source of the red aura as among this select group of elite students there are those among them that are of the school’s own faculty. Indeed, these are the young evil overlords-to-be, and their raw power can be perceived by anyone with the sense to recognize it. From each, a minor inkling of power can be seen, though highly variable in origin and usage. Nevertheless, they have managed to test into the school at the highest ranks possible and becoming acolytes of their desired trade, they are to learn what it means to truly lord over others, and perhaps, in time they’ll learn what is perhaps even more important. The real reason behind why evil must exist, a secret closely guarded, but well known throughout the community of fully fledged evil overlords that have now returned to reside at the academy itself.<br/><br/>It is here that the students are being left to their own devices, no minions approach them, for the sheer magnitude of the presence of power among student and faculty alike simply overrides their basic nature and forces them to cower, paralyzed in fear. As they gather, more and more does the aura of evil radiate from the faculty present as a natural counterbalance to the strength of the students also present. Around the group, henchmen and lieutenants of varying uniform and strength also are apparent, muscling their way through the group and enforcing the will of their masters standing nearby however being able to act autonomously, this leaves the faculty to engage in their own discussions and activities as they await the main event of the day, the Opening Speech. It is on this rare and momentous occasion that the headmaster himself descends from his lonely hilltop residence to appear before the gathered members of the evil community in a powerful display of strength and prominence and usually announces the start of the new semester. It will be one of perhaps only three times one will ever see the headmaster himself save for the select few whom are entreated to behold his presence properly."
11343,The Divault School for Extraordinary People IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323198,2014-12-10T18:06:00,Tes Enger,"It felt pretty wet for Karra, which was weird seeing how it didn't recently rain. It must've been just that she was so used to the endless desert of Necrovalley that the color green made her feel uncomfortable. The necromancer just arrived at the obelisk she was guided to by some freaks. They seemed very scarred. ""Cowards."" she thought when seeing them.<br/><br/>At the obelisk, she was to wait for a speech by the headmaster. ""This better not be a waste of time."" she mumbled to herself taking a twig off a tree and chewing on it. The air sort of made her feel sick. It felt so cold and damp that it suprised her that her arms haven't rotted off yet. Words could not describe how much she wished that that sun was down with her, cooking the ground."
11344,The Divault School for Extraordinary People IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323198,2014-12-10T21:22:00,Cloony,It wasn't Solvi's first year as a teacher at the school but riding up to it on his cloud always felt fresh to him. Its been a long time since he has heard from his friend. The distance between them always makes him feel somewhat alone. He couldn't wait to hear what speech his friend had prepared this year for the new students because it is always a site to behold.
11345,The Divault School for Extraordinary People IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323198,2014-12-11T10:25:00,Xing,"Sitting on a half-wall within the courtyard, just outside the group of greenhorn overlords, a man in a blue pinstripe suit and brown overcoat with a cane and an ever present grin was chatting with another of the faculty. With all of the menacing and malice in the courtyard, the man seemed very out of place. He hardly seemed to be an overlord, in fact the combination of the cane and his glasses he actually seemed feeble even for an ordinary human. Not to mention the cheeriness that he showed, given where he was. It was a place that was training evil superhumans, hardly anything that some weak man should be happy about. But that is where one would be mistaken.<br/><br/>Milan O'Connor was far from weak. To most of these otherrealm dwellers most of his names didn't mean much to them. However to anyone who lived on earth and either watched the news or were involved in the criminal underground, his name was widespread. There might be nothing superhuman about his abilities, but his infamy was very much superhuman.<br/><br/>And as far as who he was talking to, he didn't know her much more than just as faculty members, but that didn't mean they couldn't make small talk. She really was a treat. Definitely attractive, an older woman, and not to mention her disciplined heritage. Plus she was a reich member, what else was there for a blackmarket overlord to like?<br/><br/>""Y'know if it weren't for that ridiculous accent, I'd show you the time of your life. You know that right?"" He half-joked as they both overlooked the various students in the courtyard."
11346,The Divault School for Extraordinary People IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323198,2014-12-11T13:34:00,Qeno,"A man in a janitorial suit watched the newcoming overlords in training from behind a window with a bright yellow cart standing next to him and a black rectangular radio in his hands. His eyes had distinguishable lines of unrest underneath as he reported to the black box ""Capt'n, we have incoming students, I am heading back to the rendezvous point"" and the man started to walk deeper within the academy walls. He was passing through a hallway before the black box responded with the same voice, ""Alright you are clear to come back"" it said and he continued to keep walking.<br/><br/>Even further into the school the original Leon sat behind a set of screens monitoring himself in four other locations and he smiled. ""Time for the day to begin"" He said."
11347,The Divault School for Extraordinary People IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323198,2014-12-11T13:50:00,Monfrox,"""Oh come now, Herr O'Connor."" The woman replied, showing that her accent was indeed very heavy. ""Zer is noszing ridiculous about vun's speech dialect. It is like ze customs zat vun carries from zeir upbringing. A sign of great pride in vun's own heritage, nein?"" Hauptmann Sieglinde Rosenzweig turned her attention off the new bloods mingling below to the man standing at her side. Despite her old age, she looked as young as any other female her mid-twenties. Her blond hair and blue eyes still as radiant as ever. Beside her was a dog. But not just any dog, no a purebred German Shepherd. He sat still by her side and watched out over the courtyard as she talked to Milan."
11348,The Divault School for Extraordinary People IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323198,2014-12-11T16:06:00,Malshan,"Perched on the highest point on the school was a tall figure, precariously balanced on the tip of a spire. Unnaturally thin and swathed in flowing robes adorned with ancient runes, the former Marquis of Hell, Aamon, stood glaring down at the new students. ""Stupid little insects..."" it grumbled. ""If one of them so much as drops a gum wrapper on the ground here, I might rid the world of another useless wannabe overlord.""<br/><br/>Aamon shifted its weight, its six wings shifting position to maintain balance. Golden light tinged with red dripped from the feathers, running down the roof like so much bloodied water only to evaporate when it hit the ground. The sun cast its rays upon the demon Marquis and it relaxed, soaking in the warmth as its eyes tracked the mob on the ground.<br/><br/>Then all six of its eyes snapped to a single point as it watched one of the Henchmen-to-be-class students dig into his jacket and withdraw a small piece of food, carelessly unwrapping it and tossing the wrapper over his shoulder. Aamon's blood boiled at the sight and it spread its arms, slowly falling forward into open air.<br/><br/>Aamon streaked toward the ground, not so much flying as tearing its way across open space. A harsh whistling accompanied its descent as it neared the ground. Pulling up at the last second, Aamon snatched the offending Henchman out of the crowd, neatly plucking him off the ground without disturbing the others. Retreating with its terrified prize, Aamon settled back onto its original resting place and silently contemplated what to do with the sniveling child."
11349,The Divault School for Extraordinary People IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323198,2014-12-11T18:13:00,The BranRiech,"(I'll post for my student right now to give others a chance to interact with, teacher post will come later)<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Yulian</span><br/><br/>""It's okay, just . . . Just some new people is all, nothing to be worried about.<br/><br/>It wasn't just pre-school jitters spoken to oneself to calm them down. It was spoken to some dear friends of Yulian. He had brought them with him to school, and why wouldn't he? They'd be quite lonely without him there. The boy liked to think that he was the one holding his friends together. Without him, they'd be nothing. He smiled to himself and looked down at the grass besides him as he sat next to the Obelisk with some of the other classmates nearby. There, sitting on the grass, was a small collection of dolls, all captured in horrified and surprised expressions, but they were posed in cheerful and happy positions, almost as if there was some error in how they were made. Yulian frowned. He had yet to have a friend smile at him. They always looked at him in the same horrified expression.<br/><br/>""I'm not a freak, you guys are just kidding."" He nodded to them, shaking his head with a slight giggle.<br/><br/>The boy, sitting there with his dolls, was quite skinny, almost feminine. One could easily mistake him for a girl from behind, and the small tiara confirmed this even more. He wore a loose-hanging striped shirt that showed off his left shoulder, and some gray skinny jeans. His messenger bag, while filled with school supplies, also carried the rest of his friends too, about 20 more dolls . . ."
11350,The Divault School for Extraordinary People IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323198,2014-12-11T18:22:00,Cloony,"Normally Solvi would watch the speech from in the sky on his cloud but something felt different this year. Solvi was ready for change and being in isolation during the break left him somewhat empty. As Solvi looked around he spotted a couple of teachers nearby. Solvi knew he wasn't welcome but he decided to give it a shot and talk to them. One of them was Milan. He had talked to Milan in the past but not too often to know much more about each other other than the basics. The other was Sieglinde. Solvi could tell she wasn't a fan of him.<br/><br/>Solvi flew down and landed next to them. ""Afternoon Milan. Hello Sieglinde. New year, new batch of young overlords."""
11351,The Divault School for Extraordinary People IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323198,2014-12-11T19:53:00,Ammar,"<blockquote><div><cite>The BranRiech <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323198&amp;p=22764390#p22764390"">wrote</a>:</cite>(I'll post for my student right now to give others a chance to interact with, teacher post will come later)<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Yulian</span><br/><br/>""It's okay, just . . . Just some new people is all, nothing to be worried about.<br/><br/>It wasn't just pre-school jitters spoken to oneself to calm them down. It was spoken to some dear friends of Yulian. He had brought them with him to school, and why wouldn't he? They'd be quite lonely without him there. The boy liked to think that he was the one holding his friends together. Without him, they'd be nothing. He smiled to himself and looked down at the grass besides him as he sat next to the Obelisk with some of the other classmates nearby. There, sitting on the grass, was a small collection of dolls, all captured in horrified and surprised expressions, but they were posed in cheerful and happy positions, almost as if there was some error in how they were made. Yulian frowned. He had yet to have a friend smile at him. They always looked at him in the same horrified expression.<br/><br/>""I'm not a freak, you guys are just kidding."" He nodded to them, shaking his head with a slight giggle.<br/><br/>The boy, sitting there with his dolls, was quite skinny, almost feminine. One could easily mistake him for a girl from behind, and the small tiara confirmed this even more. He wore a loose-hanging striped shirt that showed off his left shoulder, and some gray skinny jeans. His messenger bag, while filled with school supplies, also carried the rest of his friends too, about 20 more dolls . . .</div></blockquote><br/>""Well, isn't that just precious?"" a voice mocked. he person speaking was none other than the awesome Damon, wearing what could be best described as a Dungeons and Dragons costume. Observing the dolls, he burst out into laughter. ""What's a girl like you still doing with dolls? What, do you still drink out of a bottle too?"" Damon mocked. He then looked around at the girls around. ""I bet that you would love ro get with any of them, so I'll be nice and let you have my scraps, got that?"""
11352,The Divault School for Extraordinary People IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323198,2014-12-11T19:59:00,The BranRiech,"<blockquote><div><cite>Ammar <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323198&amp;p=22765761#p22765761"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Well, isn't that just precious?"" a voice mocked. he person speaking was none other than the awesome Damon, wearing what could be best described as a Dungeons and Dragons costume. Observing the dolls, he burst out into laughter. ""What's a girl like you still doing with dolls? What, do you still drink out of a bottle too?"" Damon mocked. He then looked around at the girls around. ""I bet that you would love ro get with any of them, so I'll be nice and let you have my scraps, got that?""</div></blockquote><br/>What was that?<br/><br/>""Why . . . If you talk to me like that again."" Yulian grinned, poking one of the dolls near Damon. ""Nah, I couldn't do anything to my dear John."" He giggled softly before looking up at Damon. ""Well, it looks like it wasn't even you, sorry."" The effeminate boy looked up and examined the young man in front of him. ""Oooh, you're pretty."" He smiled a bright, toothy grin.<br/><br/>""He'd make a great friend, right?""<br/><br/>Yulian looked to the dolls surrounding him, laying in the grass.<br/><br/>""I think so too."""
11353,The Divault School for Extraordinary People IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323198,2014-12-11T20:09:00,Tes Enger,"<blockquote><div><cite>The BranRiech <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323198&amp;p=22765807#p22765807"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Ammar <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323198&amp;p=22765761#p22765761"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Well, isn't that just precious?"" a voice mocked. he person speaking was none other than the awesome Damon, wearing what could be best described as a Dungeons and Dragons costume. Observing the dolls, he burst out into laughter. ""What's a girl like you still doing with dolls? What, do you still drink out of a bottle too?"" Damon mocked. He then looked around at the girls around. ""I bet that you would love ro get with any of them, so I'll be nice and let you have my scraps, got that?""</div></blockquote><br/>What was that?<br/><br/>""Why . . . If you talk to me like that again."" Yulian grinned, poking one of the dolls near Damon. ""Nah, I couldn't do anything to my dear John."" He giggled softly before looking up at Damon. ""Well, it looks like it wasn't even you, sorry."" The effeminate boy looked up and examined the young man in front of him. ""Oooh, you're pretty."" He smiled a bright, toothy grin.<br/><br/>""He'd make a great friend, right?""<br/><br/>Yulian looked to the dolls surrounding him, laying in the grass.<br/><br/>""I think so too.""</div></blockquote><br/>Karra took a little interest in this, wanting to see who would die first. Damon appeared to be cocky, but this girl, if it even was, seemed to possess a greater power. She could feel a power comig from them, as if they were actually talking. Another necromancer, perhaps? Joing in, Karra decided to get a little bold saying ""Well, I knew rats could sqeak, but not bark."" Coming up to the kid, she asked ""So, is this private, or can I join in the fun?"""
11354,The Divault School for Extraordinary People IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323198,2014-12-11T20:22:00,The BranRiech,"<blockquote><div><cite>Tes Enger <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323198&amp;p=22765919#p22765919"">wrote</a>:</cite>Karra took a little interest in this, wanting to see who would die first. Damon appeared to be cocky, but this girl, if it even was, seemed to possess a greater power. She could feel a power comig from them, as if they were actually talking. Another necromancer, perhaps? Joing in, Karra decided to get a little bold saying ""Well, I knew rats could sqeak, but not bark."" Coming up to the kid, she asked ""So, is this private, or can I join in the fun?""</div></blockquote><br/>""Anna, stop. You always tease."" Yulian giggled as he picked up a small doll of a girl, face frozen in a state of shock and fear, just a small piece of plastic, a part of a collection. ""Anna, I'm sorry it didn't work between us, but name-calling isn't how we stay friends.""<br/><br/>Again, it took a few moments to realize that someone real was talking to him, and the boy looked from Damon, down to the doll, and back up at Karra.<br/><br/>""Another pretty one~!""<br/><br/>He smiled and stood up now, in somewhat of a confrontation. ""Well, I suppose you're my classmates, right?"" He asked, eye twitching slightly, as if he had no control over it. ""You guys."" He took his tone down to a whisper now. ""My friends don't appreciate it when people are rude, if I could ask you two to stop the rude comments, that'd be great. I think they're jealous that you guys can move and stuff."""
11355,The Divault School for Extraordinary People IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323198,2014-12-11T20:50:00,Penguinia-Tempor,"Chris silently waited in the thongs of students that were amassed by the obelisk. He was obviously nervous, but he didn't show it. Better to have people think you were strong than having them know you were weak. There were people everywhere, more than he could count obviously, and way more than his original estimate of a couple hundred. Some of the people in the crowd were adults however, and Chris assumed that they were either teachers or assorted evil overlords.<br/><br/>Sighing, he looked around impatiently while tapping his foot, inadvertently causing a nearby piece of garbage to briefly hover in the air and settle down again. That was his power, aright. Spontaneously activating at random moments and occasionally causing some damage. Occasionally. That was all. Chris sighed again, this time with an over tone of nervousness."
11356,The Divault School for Extraordinary People IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323198,2014-12-12T07:28:00,Xing,"<blockquote><div><cite>Monfrox <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323198&amp;p=22761645#p22761645"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Oh come now, Herr O'Connor."" The woman replied, showing that her accent was indeed very heavy. ""Zer is noszing ridiculous about vun's speech dialect. It is like ze customs zat vun carries from zeir upbringing. A sign of great pride in vun's own heritage, nein?"" Hauptmann Sieglinde Rosenzweig turned her attention off the new bloods mingling below to the man standing at her side. Despite her old age, she looked as young as any other female her mid-twenties. Her blond hair and blue eyes still as radiant as ever. Beside her was a dog. But not just any dog, no a purebred German Shepherd. He sat still by her side and watched out over the courtyard as she talked to Milan.</div></blockquote><br/>""Yes you are right in saying that, and I do so love your heritage. And you've also proven yourself as a canine lover rather than a cat sympathizer too. Have you ever thought of opening the business back up? With my resources and your expertise, ohh I get chills thinking just how much we could do."" Soon after he finished his proposal, Milan noticed the approaching company. The seemingly headless man that was the mad science professor. ""Ah and what do we owe the pleasure of our fine mad scientist professor Dr. Farelle?"" Milan charismatically asked. His tone flattened a bit as he reassured the way he addressed Solvi. ""It is doctor right? Or are you more of the self proclaimed evil doctorate recipient?"""
11357,The Divault School for Extraordinary People IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323198,2014-12-12T09:32:00,Ammar,"<blockquote><div><cite>The BranRiech <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323198&amp;p=22766052#p22766052"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Tes Enger <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323198&amp;p=22765919#p22765919"">wrote</a>:</cite>Karra took a little interest in this, wanting to see who would die first. Damon appeared to be cocky, but this girl, if it even was, seemed to possess a greater power. She could feel a power comig from them, as if they were actually talking. Another necromancer, perhaps? Joing in, Karra decided to get a little bold saying ""Well, I knew rats could sqeak, but not bark."" Coming up to the kid, she asked ""So, is this private, or can I join in the fun?""</div></blockquote><br/>""Anna, stop. You always tease."" Yulian giggled as he picked up a small doll of a girl, face frozen in a state of shock and fear, just a small piece of plastic, a part of a collection. ""Anna, I'm sorry it didn't work between us, but name-calling isn't how we stay friends.""<br/><br/>Again, it took a few moments to realize that someone real was talking to him, and the boy looked from Damon, down to the doll, and back up at Karra.<br/><br/>""Another pretty one~!""<br/><br/>He smiled and stood up now, in somewhat of a confrontation. ""Well, I suppose you're my classmates, right?"" He asked, eye twitching slightly, as if he had no control over it. ""You guys."" He took his tone down to a whisper now. ""My friends don't appreciate it when people are rude, if I could ask you two to stop the rude comments, that'd be great. I think they're jealous that you guys can move and stuff.""</div></blockquote><br/>For once, this little twerp actually seemed creepy, but that's not intimidating enoughto deter Damon. He looked at the dolls and said ""Well, aren't these things just adorable?"" Back at the two, he continued, ""Now, now. Who's being rude, kid? We're just playing with ya. Ya don't need to be so hostile to me. Why, what did I ever do to you?"" he said, obviously mocking as his hand turned leathery and his fingers began to take the form of claws. ""Now, we don't want trouble, do we?"""
11358,The Divault School for Extraordinary People IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323198,2014-12-12T09:51:00,The BranRiech,"Yulian's bright smile continued as he stood his ground. He didn't fear Damon in the slightest, but he did worry for his friends. They were helpless to defend themselves! They couldn't fight back against anyone, much less against an overlord-in-training. ""We certainly wouldn't want trouble. My friends aren't the best at defending themselves."" He said in a calm and relaxed voice."
11359,The Divault School for Extraordinary People IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323198,2014-12-12T11:32:00,Monfrox,"""I had my fun back in ze 40's, Herr O'Connor. Six years of vwar and a tour of Europe has given me more zan enough to reflect on for ze rest of my life. But, should I reconsider, you vill be ze first to know."" Sieglinde replied, petting her watchdog beside her as Solvi made his entrance. ""Ah, guten tag Herr Farelle. Ze new blood look promising zis year. Vun can hardly vait to begin ze year's teachings. Ve vill make overlords of zem yet, ja?"" She looked down and eyed a small trio of students, and her sharp eyes noticed one's hands transforming. Her smile turned into a sour grin as she waited. Though being a somewhat superhuman teacher, she still was allowed to ""pack heat"". Her heat, of course, was in the form of a C96 Mauser and a small dagger from her time in the SS. She was trusted to use them only when necessary, of course."
11360,The Divault School for Extraordinary People IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323198,2014-12-12T14:13:00,Cloony,"""The pleasure is all mine Milan i'm just here to make chit chat and catch up before the year begins. Also its funny how news spreads I guess. I got my doctorate over the summer from the man Divault himself. In the letter he sent me he said that for tax reasons his mad scientist teacher has to have a doctorate so he said he pulled some strings and now i'm a doctor."" Solvi Chuckled at the thought of him being a doctor. ""Yes we will Frau. We will make these young into some of the finest overlords this side of the galaxy has ever seen."" Solvi noticed the students and Frau Sieglinde reaching for her weapon. ""I understand this might get out of hand but is it really necessary to use this magnitude of force so early on in the festivities? I would like to at least see what they are capable of but don't let me stop you."""
11361,The Divault School for Extraordinary People IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323198,2014-12-12T22:02:00,Qeno,"Leon looked into one of the computer screens sitting before him and he found one of his clones carrying a bottle of liquor inside his janitor's suit as the clone continued to swab down an polished hallway with a mop soaked with water. Leon ran his hand down his face before moaning out ""The drunk clone resurfaced..."" and he reached for his radio to call one of the other clones to drag the drunken clone back into the janitor's closet. ""Clone two, get the drunk back to base, please?"" He asked before he listened to the speaker to hear a moment of silence, a moment later he heard a cheerful 'Yahoo!' scream from out of the speaker causing the original to begin scanning the cameras to find another zipping down the halls inside a runaway cart towards the drunk.<br/><br/>The original watched as the cheerful clone narrowly miss the drunk one as he zipped past him and stopped close enough to drag the drunk into the cart then began to shove the tools back into the janitor's closet. ""Good that should be everyone, now everyone return"" Leon said to his clones as they disappeared within his command to return."
11362,The Divault School for Extraordinary People IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323198,2014-12-13T10:16:00,Lavan Tiri,"""OH MY GOD MOM STOP TOUCHING ME!""<br/><br/>""But Sal………""<br/><br/>""NO. I'M GOING TO A<span style=""font-style: italic"">SCHOOL</span>. FOR<span style=""font-style: italic"">OVERLORDS</span>.""<br/><br/>""But why can't I hug you before you go?""<br/><br/>Salazar put his head in his hands, sighing. His mom could be so…………<span style=""font-style: italic"">maternal</span>sometimes, it was annoying. Of course, he knew she loved him, but<span style=""font-style: italic"">still.</span>He was the grandson of Lucifer! He didn't get hugs from his mom!<br/><br/>And speaking of Lucifer………<br/><br/>""C'mon, Astar, leave the poor kid alone. No overlord should have to deal with being hugged by his mommy before going to school.""<br/><br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://www.aceshowbiz.com/images/wennpic/iggy-azalea-at-moon-nightclub-01.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Astarte</a>rounded on her father-in-law, but before she could chastise him, Sal spoke up again.<br/><br/>""Exactly! It's not so bad with Granpa, cause he's the Devil, but you? You're cool and all, but you're also<span style=""font-style: italic"">my mom</span>. And moms ain't cool""<br/><br/>Astarte sighed. ""I blame your father.""<br/><br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://www.premierproductions.com/sites/default/files/imagecache/large/artists/bone_hampton_.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Lucifer</a>made a noise as to speak up, but Astar rounded on him, and the Devil raised him hands. ""Hands up, don't shoot. Also, we're here."", he said, and gestured, teleporting Sal out of the hellish carriage and into the school courtyard, where he appeared behind……… some weird transvestite guy and a couple others?<br/><br/>Damn, this school was fucked-up.<br/><br/>As the post-teleport dizziness wore off, Sal stood up once more, brown hair messy. As he caught part of the conversation, he chimed in.<br/><br/>""Now, why would your…………erm………<span style=""font-style: italic"">friends</span>have to defend themselves?"""
11363,The Divault School for Extraordinary People IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323198,2014-12-13T10:57:00,The BranRiech,"<blockquote><div><cite>Lavan Tiri <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323198&amp;p=22781217#p22781217"">wrote</a>:</cite>Damn, this school was fucked-up.<br/><br/>As the post-teleport dizziness wore off, Sal stood up once more, brown hair messy. As he caught part of the conversation, he chimed in.<br/><br/>""Now, why would your…………erm………<span style=""font-style: italic"">friends</span> have to defend themselves?""</div></blockquote><br/>""Why, if anyone tried hurting them. If I wasn't here to protect them, who else would be?""<br/><br/>Yulian shrugged. It was simple logic really. While his friends were great and awesome in every way, he lamented the fact that they couldn't defend themselves. ALl they could do was sit there and talk to him, giving him someone in the world that wouldn't judge him.<br/><br/>""I wouldn't want anyone to hurt them, they mean the world to me.""<br/><br/>Once more, his arm swept to the side, gesturing to the dolls sitting on the ground."
11364,The Divault School for Extraordinary People IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323198,2014-12-13T15:01:00,Xing,"<blockquote><div><cite>Cloony <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323198&amp;p=22772299#p22772299"">wrote</a>:</cite>""The pleasure is all mine Milan i'm just here to make chit chat and catch up before the year begins. Also its funny how news spreads I guess. I got my doctorate over the summer from the man Divault himself. In the letter he sent me he said that for tax reasons his mad scientist teacher has to have a doctorate so he said he pulled some strings and now i'm a doctor."" Solvi Chuckled at the thought of him being a doctor. ""Yes we will Frau. We will make these young into some of the finest overlords this side of the galaxy has ever seen."" Solvi noticed the students and Frau Sieglinde reaching for her weapon. ""I understand this might get out of hand but is it really necessary to use this magnitude of force so early on in the festivities? I would like to at least see what they are capable of but don't let me stop you.""</div></blockquote><br/>""I'm gonna have to agree with Solvi on this one Sieglinde."" Milan said with a shrug. He began tapping his cane on the ground periodically, seemingly in amusement, as he watched the events take place. As if to emphasize that he was largely unfazed by the events taking place, he walked over and knelt down in front of Sieglinde's Shepherd and gave him a couple considerate strokes on its head. ""Besides they're just rough cut amateurs. It wouldn't take any of us but an instant to have the matter settled and under control."""
11365,The Divault School for Extraordinary People IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323198,2014-12-13T15:18:00,Malshan,"Cooler heads prevailed and Aamon lowered its blade from the child's neck. The human blubbered and began leaking, collapsing into a heap at the demon's feet. Hissing, Aamon sheathed its blade and kicked the human down the side of the building into a nearby pile of leaves and forest litter that it had yet to burn.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Lavan Tiri <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323198&amp;p=22781217#p22781217"">wrote</a>:</cite><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://www.premierproductions.com/sites/default/files/imagecache/large/artists/bone_hampton_.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Lucifer</a> made a noise as to speak up, but Astar rounded on him, and the Devil raised him hands. ""Hands up, don't shoot. Also, we're here."", he said, and gestured, teleporting Sal out of the hellish carriage and into the school courtyard, where he appeared behind……… some weird transvestite guy and a couple others?<br/><br/>Damn, this school was fucked-up.<br/><br/>As the post-teleport dizziness wore off, Sal stood up once more, brown hair messy. As he caught part of the conversation, he chimed in.<br/><br/>""Now, why would your…………erm………<span style=""font-style: italic"">friends</span> have to defend themselves?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Turning his eyes back to the courtyard, Aamon saw a rather familiar looking carriage appear out of thin air and its eyes narrowed. ""One of the Lords of Hell comes to this school? How...unpleasant"" it said. Noting the crest of the family in question, its blood cooled. ""Well now. A member of the family of my former lord, Lucifer. I wonder how he's been since I left Hell.""<br/><br/>A rather unpleasant thought crossed its mind. ""And I wonder what hellspawn he left behind this time.""<br/><br/>A shimmer of darkness tinged light appeared, indicative of a teleportation. A rather diminutive figure appeared from the spot and Aamon burst into laughter atop its spire. Not that it had anything to laugh about. Any spawn of Lucifers was bound to be powerful, and getting onto the wrong side of the King of Hell was a bad idea.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">But if the child steps out of line....</span>it thought, chuckling to itself.<span style=""font-style: italic"">I will have an excuse...</span>"
11366,The Divault School for Extraordinary People IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323198,2014-12-13T21:24:00,Lavan Tiri,"<blockquote><div><cite>The BranRiech <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323198&amp;p=22781660#p22781660"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Lavan Tiri <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323198&amp;p=22781217#p22781217"">wrote</a>:</cite>Damn, this school was fucked-up.<br/><br/>As the post-teleport dizziness wore off, Sal stood up once more, brown hair messy. As he caught part of the conversation, he chimed in.<br/><br/>""Now, why would your…………erm………<span style=""font-style: italic"">friends</span> have to defend themselves?""</div></blockquote><br/>""Why, if anyone tried hurting them. If I wasn't here to protect them, who else would be?""<br/><br/>Yulian shrugged. It was simple logic really. While his friends were great and awesome in every way, he lamented the fact that they couldn't defend themselves. ALL they could do was sit there and talk to him, giving him someone in the world that wouldn't judge him.<br/><br/>""I wouldn't want anyone to hurt them, they mean the world to me.""<br/><br/>Once more, his arm swept to the side, gesturing to the dolls sitting on the ground.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Well………… I have no way to respond to that."", Sal said, grinning cheerily. The demonspawn was incorrigibly happy most of the time, and this was no different.<br/><br/>Well, it was different, since there was a cute lunatic there, but whateves, bitch.<br/><br/>And then a question came to Sal's mind, and he wondered why he hadn't thought of it yet.<br/><br/>""Hey, I didn't catch your name."", he said, knowing full well the guy hadn't given him a name, and not caring about the clkched moment probably about to result from this. ""And what's with the dolls?""<br/><br/>As the prince spoke, he took a piece of Juicy Fruit gum out of his pocket, and unwrapped it, casually tossing the wrapper on the ground."
11367,The Divault School for Extraordinary People IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323198&start=25,2014-12-13T21:43:00,The BranRiech,"<blockquote><div><cite>Lavan Tiri <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323198&amp;p=22789227#p22789227"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Well………… I have no way to respond to that."", Sal said, grinning cheerily. The demonspawn was incorrigibly happy most of the time, and this was no different. <br/><br/>Well, it was different, since there was a cute lunatic there, but whateves, bitch.<br/><br/>And then a question came to Sal's mind, and he wondered why he hadn't thought of it yet.<br/><br/>""Hey, I didn't catch your name."", he said, knowing full well the guy hadn't given him a name, and not caring about the clkched moment probably about to result from this. ""And what's with the dolls?""<br/><br/>As the prince spoke, he took a piece of Juicy Fruit gum out of his pocket, and unwrapped it, casually tossing the wrapper on the ground.</div></blockquote><br/>""Me? Well . . . My name is . . . Oh . . . It's Yulian!"" Yulian smiled as he mock-pondered it for a few moments, swinging his hips to the left slightly as he shifted his stance. ""Mmm, and the dolls? They . . . Well, they're my friends of course. People always say I'm weird, but they're all my friends."" The boy nodded, picking a few of them up, looking like twins. He bent back down and picked the rest of them up, slipping them carefully into his messenger bag as he listened to Sal."
11368,The Divault School for Extraordinary People IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323198&start=25,2014-12-13T23:18:00,Malshan,"<blockquote><div><cite>Lavan Tiri <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323198&amp;p=22789227#p22789227"">wrote</a>:</cite>As the prince spoke, he took a piece of Juicy Fruit gum out of his pocket, and unwrapped it, casually tossing the wrapper on the ground.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>As the prince made this tragic mistake, Aamon watched him with a twitch in its eyes and a burning desire to rip the child demon limb from limb. Instead, choosing a milder course of action in deference to its lineage, Aamon jumped from the spire, melding into the shadows cast by the building and re-emerging from Sal's own shadow. Marquis Aamon stood behind the child, towering over his diminutive form with all six of its eyes boring through the back of the child's skull.<br/><br/>Without lifting a finger, the gum wrapper floated up through the air from its resting place on the ground into the air in front of Sal's face. ""I do believe this is yours, hellspawn. Be careful of where you dispose of your trash, lest I decide to find a new method of trash disposal.""<br/><br/>Aamon bent down to hiss in the child's ear. ""Be wary of upsetting me, hellspawn. I care for the cleanliness of these grounds and have leave to....discipline those who disturb the beauty of this campus."""
11369,The Divault School for Extraordinary People IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323198&start=25,2014-12-13T23:50:00,Cloony,"""Don't you applaud the work of our Janitorial staff Milan and Sieglinde? The passion they have in their positions is just a pleasure to witness. I would like to see what happens when that student tries to pull another stunt like that again."" Solvi laughed to himself."
11370,The Divault School for Extraordinary People IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323198&start=25,2014-12-14T00:06:00,Monfrox,"""Discipline is vun of my finest skills. It is ze main reason I carry a riding crop. Zey make excellent tools to emphasize vun's commands und authority. I can't vait to meet ze new students in ze classroom. Zey vill obey zeir teacher, or zey vill learn ze hard vay vhy it is not vise to test ze patience of a vwoman like myself. Zere vill be much to teach zis year."" Sieglinde replied, observing the astute actions of the custodial staff. ""Oh, I see zat somevun has already been given his first lesson of ze year."" She stood, still holding that ever-present smile that seemed to have venom almost dripping from it and with her hands firmly behind her back."
11371,The Divault School for Extraordinary People IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323198&start=25,2014-12-14T00:23:00,Hydrocoast,Chris was ready for this change of scenery. That dull excuse for a high school was unpleasant enough to make even the preppy white girls hang themselves. He longed for more knowledge and power. All he wanted was to take his father down and he would do it at all cost.<br/><br/>Chris was riding in on the hover board he had just made. It was acting strange but it got the job done. As he arrived in the courtyard he noticed many students and faculty surrounding the area. Using his HUD he was able to look around and see the ages and names of all the people he would soon get to meet and despise. He noticed a small isolated corner. A perfect place to tinker with his board and make sure the few augments he had on him were in stable working condition. He couldn't wait to learn what his next step was.
11372,The Divault School for Extraordinary People IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323198&start=25,2014-12-14T16:36:00,Lavan Tiri,"""OHMYGOD!"", Sal yelled as the figure materialized behind him, and jumped, all five-foot-three of him leaving the ground.<br/><br/>He also swallowed the gum wrapper.<br/><br/>As the hellspawn lay on the ground, panting from his fright, his eyes adjusted, and recognised the person who'd startled him to be a demon.<br/><br/>""""Dammit, man, why you gotta scare me like that? Coulda just said ""Hey kid, pick up your goddamn wrapper, but<span style=""font-style: italic"">nooo</span>, it's gotta be ""don't drop crap or I'll kill ya"", and all that. You're a demon, you know who my grandfather is?""<br/><br/>And as this outburst wound down, Sal stood up and brushed off his coat, turning to Yulian.<br/><br/>""Can you believe this guy?"", he asked, shaking his blond head, before remembering that he'd never told Yulian his name.<br/><br/>""I'm Salzar, by the way."""
11373,The Divault School for Extraordinary People IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323198&start=25,2014-12-14T18:16:00,Malshan,"<blockquote><div><cite>Lavan Tiri <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323198&amp;p=22798118#p22798118"">wrote</a>:</cite>As the hellspawn lay on the ground, panting from his fright, his eyes adjusted, and recognised the person who'd startled him to be a demon.<br/><br/>""""Dammit, man, why you gotta scare me like that? Coulda just said ""Hey kid, pick up your goddamn wrapper, but <span style=""font-style: italic"">nooo</span>, it's gotta be ""don't drop crap or I'll kill ya"", and all that. You're a demon, you know who my grandfather is?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""And what would simply telling you to do so accomplish? Nothing reinforces memories like consequences, young hellspawn. As for your grandfather, he and I have known each other for far longer than the insects that scurry on this planet have existed. I am the former Marquis Aamon, one of the first among the Fallen to join with Lucifer in his rebellion.""<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Lavan Tiri <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323198&amp;p=22798118#p22798118"">wrote</a>:</cite>And as this outburst wound down, Sal stood up and brushed off his coat, turning to Yulian.<br/><br/>""Can you believe this guy?"", he asked, shaking his blond head, before remembering that he'd never told Yulian his name. <br/><br/>""I'm Salzar, by the way.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Aamon's eyes narrowed. ""Salzar. Son of Astartes."" It hissed the name, almost spitting it in digust. ""What must she have done to raise such a sloppy young prince?"" The demon brushed its hands as if cleaning them of some filthy thing. It smiled down at the young prince, though its face held nothing but cruel humor. ""Speaking of consequences...tell me, young prince, do you dream?"""
11374,The Divault School for Extraordinary People IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323198&start=25,2014-12-14T18:25:00,The BranRiech,"""Well, Salzar.""<br/><br/>Yulian chuckled lightly, hopping nimbly back up to his feet from the ground, his dolls safely in his bag. ""I see that you two have some things to work out, though please, no fighting each other~"" He waved, stepping back a few feet, at least getting that he had no place in the discussion anymore. It was between the Demonic kid and the Demonic Janitor as well, not some crazed kid who liked playing with Dolls."
11375,The Divault School for Extraordinary People IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323198&start=25,2014-12-14T18:38:00,Malshan,"<blockquote><div><cite>The BranRiech <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323198&amp;p=22799295#p22799295"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Well, Salzar.""<br/><br/>Yulian chuckled lightly, hopping nimbly back up to his feet from the ground, his dolls safely in his bag. ""I see that you two have some things to work out, though please, no fighting each other~"" He waved, stepping back a few feet, at least getting that he had no place in the discussion anymore. It was between the Demonic kid and the Demonic Janitor as well, not some crazed kid who liked playing with Dolls.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Aamon turned its eyes to Yulian like a vicious animal reacting to sudden movement. Zipping around to appear in front of the human, Aamon stared down at him with a sneer on its face. ""As for you...don't let me see you leaving your...things lying around. When you're in your dorm room, you can leave your trash and the like lying out wherever you want. Out here, however...""<br/><br/>The demon's robes shimmered as if they had caught on fire. ""Sometimes the line between trash and junk just gets so blurry."""
11376,The Divault School for Extraordinary People IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323198&start=25,2014-12-14T18:57:00,Kassaran,"As the former Marquis of Hell spoke, a rumbling would sound through the air and the sky would turn a dark crimson shade of red. All around the wind seemed to howl, and while definitely present it did not seem to touch a single leaf of a tree or fold of a robe. In an ancient language known only to those schooled in its proper implementation, there came only one word recognizable from the rolls of thundering power,<span style=""font-style: italic"">Aamon!</span>. The rest was lost to the winds of time passing itself as the speech rent itself throughout the cosmos as a rebuke against the primordial being itself. This was true evil, this was Divault speaking out in the tongue of angels and demons as he questioned the ancient being disapprovingly,""<span style=""font-style: italic"">so I am nothing to you Fallen One? I am but a worm upon the ground like everything else? Watch your tongue lest you find the true strength and power of my kind mounting against you in an infernal fury unlike the hottest fires of the hottest depths of Hell Aamon!</span>""<br/><br/>Then, as soon as the wind and rumbling had started it ended leaving the square in a stunned silence before conversation began again. The observant eye will have noticed among them the minions had also bowed in reverence to their master during the whole ordeal."
11377,The Divault School for Extraordinary People IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323198&start=25,2014-12-14T19:22:00,Malshan,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kassaran <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323198&amp;p=22799631#p22799631"">wrote</a>:</cite>As the former Marquis of Hell spoke, a rumbling would sound through the air and the sky would turn a dark crimson shade of red. All around the wind seemed to howl, and while definitely present it did not seem to touch a single leaf of a tree or fold of a robe. In an ancient language known only to those schooled in its proper implementation, there came only one word recognizable from the rolls of thundering power, <span style=""font-style: italic"">Aamon!</span>. The rest was lost to the winds of time passing itself as the speech rent itself throughout the cosmos as a rebuke against the primordial being itself. This was true evil, this was Divault speaking out in the tongue of angels and demons as he questioned the ancient being disapprovingly,""<span style=""font-style: italic"">so I am nothing to you Fallen One? I am but a worm upon the ground like everything else? Watch your tongue lest you find the true strength and power of my kind mounting against you in an infernal fury unlike the hottest fires of the hottest depths of Hell Aamon!</span>""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Aamon turned at the sound of its current master and hissed at the open air, arms spread wide and wings uplifted in a display of rebellion. Obedience had never been its strong point, as evidenced by its rebellion against God himself. The display lasted only long enough to suit the demon's pride; soon its wings and arms drooped and it dropped to one knee, facing the direction that its master lay in.<br/><br/>Responding in the same language, Aamon said,<span style=""font-style: italic"">Humans were not the only insects of which I spoke, Great One. Few exceptions such as yourself have distinguished themselves from the cattle that is your species as a whole. I was not referring to you in particular or at all; my statement was merely intended to impress the concept of the millennia though which I have existed. I saw the Rise and the Fall and joined in the War of the Divine. I marched with my lord Lucifer on God's kingdom and served him up until just recently.</span><br/><br/>As Aamon attempted to save himself from being blasted into oblivion, it knew that it would have to be more careful with its phrasing in the future. It seemed that humans could be so picky and thin-skinned...."
11378,The Divault School for Extraordinary People IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323198&start=25,2014-12-14T19:41:00,The BranRiech,"""Hah! The Knave gets punished by the boss!"" Yulian shouted with a psychotic gleeful tone. He was about to lay the hurt on Aamon for connecting his only friends to mere garbage. The boy now though, just stood there laughing his ass off as he watched the Demonic Janitor cower in fear from the Headmaster. ""And my Dolls are not Trash, please refrain from calling them such. It hurts their self-esteem."""
11379,The Divault School for Extraordinary People IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323198&start=25,2014-12-14T19:43:00,Lavan Tiri,"Sal glared at Aamon, yellow eyes narrowing. He was more than fine with attacks on his person……… well, not really, but they were better than attacks on his friends. Not that Yulian was a<span style=""font-style: italic"">friend</span>, persay, more like a manic acquaintance, but the concept is the same, damn it.<br/><br/>""What must she have done? Well, what did your mama do, to produce such an ugly little<span style=""font-style: italic"">worm</span>? I swear, I've seen more attractive hellhounds. And yes, I dream. Right now, for example, I'm day-dreaming of an exorcist finding you and beating your sorry ass black-and-blue with a crucifix.""<br/><br/>And then Divault spoke up. Salazar looked up, terrified that someone he knew had shown up and was gonna embarrass him now. But no, it was an unusually powerful human, speaking the tounge of Heaven and Hell.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Oh, no, Headmaster</span>, Salazar said, feeling very grateful that Lilith had taught him how to speak this language.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Do not heed his words, for in Hell even to this day, Aamon is known for dishonesty, celebrated even.</span><br/><br/>""Oh, and Aamon? Leave my…………<span style=""font-style: italic"">friends</span>………… alone. Or I show you what a ""sloppy demon"" can do. Oh, and, uh, what Yuli said."""
11380,The Divault School for Extraordinary People IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323198&start=25,2014-12-14T19:47:00,Tes Enger,"<blockquote><div><cite>The BranRiech <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323198&amp;p=22769984#p22769984"">wrote</a>:</cite>Yulian's bright smile continued as he stood his ground. He didn't fear Damon in the slightest, but he did worry for his friends. They were helpless to defend themselves! They couldn't fight back against anyone, much less against an overlord-in-training. ""We certainly wouldn't want trouble. My friends aren't the best at defending themselves."" He said in a calm and relaxed voice.</div></blockquote><br/>Karra scoffed. ""Well, cool guy, why don't you go run along? There's a knight waiting to save the princess you kidnapped."" she teased."
11381,The Divault School for Extraordinary People IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323198&start=25,2014-12-14T19:51:00,The BranRiech,"<blockquote><div><cite>Tes Enger <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323198&amp;p=22800238#p22800238"">wrote</a>:</cite>Karra scoffed. ""Well, cool guy, why don't you go run along? There's a knight waiting to save the princess you kidnapped."" she teased.</div></blockquote><br/>""Hey now, who's saying I've kidnapped anyone? I don't kidnap people. M-my friends are all here willingly.""<br/><br/>Yulian smiled slightly as he turned away from the Demonic Drama.<br/><br/>""If you want to make something of it. I'm perfectly capable of fighting, though . . . My mother taught me to never hit girls."" He smirked, almost egging her on to a fight, it seemed. ""I won't tolerate this much longer. My friends are going to complain."""
11382,The Divault School for Extraordinary People IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323198&start=25,2014-12-14T20:03:00,Ammar,"<blockquote><div><cite>The BranRiech <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323198&amp;p=22800273#p22800273"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Tes Enger <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323198&amp;p=22800238#p22800238"">wrote</a>:</cite>Karra scoffed. ""Well, cool guy, why don't you go run along? There's a knight waiting to save the princess you kidnapped."" she teased.</div></blockquote><br/>""Hey now, who's saying I've kidnapped anyone? I don't kidnap people. M-my friends are all here willingly.""<br/><br/>Yulian smiled slightly as he turned away from the Demonic Drama.<br/><br/>""If you want to make something of it. I'm perfectly capable of fighting, though . . . My mother taught me to never hit girls."" He smirked, almost egging her on to a fight, it seemed. ""I won't tolerate this much longer. My friends are going to complain.""</div></blockquote><br/>""She was talking to me, scrub."" Damon said, pretending to push up a pair of sunglasses. He then approached the girl and patted her cheeck. ""Now let me tell ya something sweety, there are two kinds of people in the world, scrubs and pros. Let me know when you wanna be a pro."" He then walked away, saying ""Later losers."""
11383,The Divault School for Extraordinary People IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323198&start=25,2014-12-14T20:37:00,Malshan,"<blockquote><div><cite>The BranRiech <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323198&amp;p=22800174#p22800174"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Hah! The Knave gets punished by the boss!"" Yulian shouted with a psychotic gleeful tone. He was about to lay the hurt on Aamon for connecting his only friends to mere garbage. The boy now though, just stood there laughing his ass off as he watched the Demonic Janitor cower in fear from the Headmaster. ""And my Dolls are not Trash, please refrain from calling them such. It hurts their self-esteem.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Aamon heard the human's voice in the back of its mind as it took pleasure in Aamon's rebuke. The demon filed the human's face away for later torture, now knowing just what to torment his dreams with. Perhaps a bit of abandonment, hatred from his 'friends', and perhaps some of them even being destroyed and wrought from existence.<br/><br/>Aamon chuckled in the back of its mind.<span style=""font-style: italic"">These...students....are going to have to learn to keep their weaknesses hidden in the future.</span><br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Lavan Tiri <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323198&amp;p=22800188#p22800188"">wrote</a>:</cite>Sal glared at Aamon, yellow eyes narrowing. He was more than fine with attacks on his person……… well, not really, but they were better than attacks on his friends. Not that Yulian was a <span style=""font-style: italic"">friend</span>, persay, more like a manic acquaintance, but the concept is the same, damn it.<br/><br/>""What must she have done? Well, what did your mama do, to produce such an ugly little <span style=""font-style: italic"">worm</span>? I swear, I've seen more attractive hellhounds. And yes, I dream. Right now, for example, I'm day-dreaming of an exorcist finding you and beating your sorry ass black-and-blue with a crucifix.""<blockquote class=""uncited""><div><br/>""Didn't have a mother, hellspawn. I was brought into existence on the word of God himself. Unlike you, the result of two offspring of true demons.""<br/><br/></div></blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/>Aamon looked disgusted as the skies faded back to their normal color as it stood back up and dusted the dirt from its robes. It looked down at Salazar and sneered once more. ""As if one such as you...a third generation demon child could 'do' anything. Enjoy your nightmares, Salazar. You will see no end to them.""<br/><br/>Satisfied that it had had the final word, and perhaps frightened of further rebuke from Divault, Aamon's form burst into fire and disintegrated, the ash spreading itself around the campus, thus ensuring the demon lord's omnipresence.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">I am watching...</span>it said to the collective minds of the school student body."
11384,The Divault School for Extraordinary People IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323198&start=25,2014-12-15T09:09:00,Xing,"<blockquote><div><cite>Monfrox <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323198&amp;p=22790618#p22790618"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Discipline is vun of my finest skills. It is ze main reason I carry a riding crop. Zey make excellent tools to emphasize vun's commands und authority. I can't vait to meet ze new students in ze classroom. Zey vill obey zeir teacher, or zey vill learn ze hard vay vhy it is not vise to test ze patience of a vwoman like myself. Zere vill be much to teach zis year."" Sieglinde replied, observing the astute actions of the custodial staff. ""Oh, I see zat somevun has already been given his first lesson of ze year."" She stood, still holding that ever-present smile that seemed to have venom almost dripping from it and with her hands firmly behind her back.</div></blockquote><br/>""Is that why you carry that thing? I always just assumed it was cause you were into BD-"" Milan stopped at the sudden rise of thunder and wind, it almost seemed to be talking in a tongue that he couldn't begin to understand. He immediately knew who it was that was the cause. ""What? Was I wrong?"" He seemingly asked to the heavens. He continued speaking as he stood up from entertaining Sieglinde's shepherd and hopped back onto the half wall that he had been sitting on earlier. ""I guess that someone else has also gotten his first lesson of the year in how to deal with the students. Although it looks like we won't have to step in quite yet I suppose. What a shame. I'm fully entertained just watching it all unfold, but it is always nice to jump in on the fun once in a while."" Milan tapped his cane on the ground once again, this time to the carefully observant he seemed to be pushing some sort of touch sensitive button on it as he observed the courtyard in amusement. ""So how does both of your curriculum's look for this semester?"" Milan asked to his colleagues next to him. ""Any interesting field trips lined up for the kiddies?"""
11385,The Divault School for Extraordinary People IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323198&start=25,2014-12-15T09:47:00,Qeno,"<blockquote><div><cite>Malshan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323198&amp;p=22800795#p22800795"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The BranRiech <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323198&amp;p=22800174#p22800174"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Hah! The Knave gets punished by the boss!"" Yulian shouted with a psychotic gleeful tone. He was about to lay the hurt on Aamon for connecting his only friends to mere garbage. The boy now though, just stood there laughing his ass off as he watched the Demonic Janitor cower in fear from the Headmaster. ""And my Dolls are not Trash, please refrain from calling them such. It hurts their self-esteem.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Aamon heard the human's voice in the back of its mind as it took pleasure in Aamon's rebuke. The demon filed the human's face away for later torture, now knowing just what to torment his dreams with. Perhaps a bit of abandonment, hatred from his 'friends', and perhaps some of them even being destroyed and wrought from existence.<br/><br/>Aamon chuckled in the back of its mind. <span style=""font-style: italic"">These...students....are going to have to learn to keep their weaknesses hidden in the future.</span><br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Lavan Tiri <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323198&amp;p=22800188#p22800188"">wrote</a>:</cite>Sal glared at Aamon, yellow eyes narrowing. He was more than fine with attacks on his person……… well, not really, but they were better than attacks on his friends. Not that Yulian was a <span style=""font-style: italic"">friend</span>, persay, more like a manic acquaintance, but the concept is the same, damn it.<br/><br/>""What must she have done? Well, what did your mama do, to produce such an ugly little <span style=""font-style: italic"">worm</span>? I swear, I've seen more attractive hellhounds. And yes, I dream. Right now, for example, I'm day-dreaming of an exorcist finding you and beating your sorry ass black-and-blue with a crucifix.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Aamon looked disgusted as the skies faded back to their normal color as it stood back up and dusted the dirt from its robes. It looked down at Salazar and sneered once more. ""As if one such as you...a third generation demon child could 'do' anything. Enjoy your nightmares, Salazar. You will see no end to them.""<br/><br/>Satisfied that it had had the final word, and perhaps frightened of further rebuke from Divault, Aamon's form burst into fire and disintegrated, the ash spreading itself around the campus, thus ensuring the demon lord's omnipresence.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">I am watching...</span> it said to the collective minds of the school student body.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The closet occupants began to grow as the same man entered one at a time wearing different expressions on his face and now four of the same man stood in the closet. One of the clones wore the expression of rage and he swiftly snatched a bottle of vodka from the drunk clone's blue jumpsuit pocket then pointed the bottle at the cheerful one. ""Since when did we start letting in drunkards into our platoon, Alpha?"" He interrogated angrily of the original Leon who was watching the group from the far side of the closet.<br/><br/>""-Ey das mah drink, lemme have dat back!"" The drunk pleaded as he reached for the bottle of drink held by the Angry one and his attempt to obtain possession of the bottle was thwarted when the cheerful one took the bottle then held it above his head. ""Ya know, I have no idea how you can enjoy such a bitter drink such as this?"" He said starting to file out of the room with the drunk slowly following him. The noise was starting to grow as the Angry one shouted ""Knock it off, this is getting louder!"" and started to reach for the bottle of vodka to seize their attention. But instead the three filed out of the closet and the fluids contained in the bottle started to spill across the tiled flooring outside of the janitor's closet.<br/><br/>""Okay then, now the other janitor's bound to come, Time to meet the co-workers"" The original Leon muttered to himself as he rose from his chair and exited the closet expecting an appearance of the other janitor."
11386,The Divault School for Extraordinary People IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323198&start=25,2014-12-15T14:12:00,Cloony,"""I wouldn't say we are having any field trips. Maybe for the more advanced students but these first years will mostly be stuck in the laboratory learning about proper overlord safety and equipment."" Solvi said with somewhat of a sigh. ""There is no point in an overlord who is going to be reckless. That is what this whole school is about. What about you Sieglinde? I would assume there isn't much for you to explore with your students other than maybe a dictionary or thesaurus."" Solvi chuckled a bit."
11387,The Divault School for Extraordinary People IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323198&start=25,2014-12-15T15:50:00,Malshan,"<blockquote><div><cite>Qeno <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323198&amp;p=22805459#p22805459"">wrote</a>:</cite>""-Ey das mah drink, lemme have dat back!"" The drunk pleaded as he reached for the bottle of drink held by the Angry one and his attempt to obtain possession of the bottle was thwarted when the cheerful one took the bottle then held it above his head. ""Ya know, I have no idea how you can enjoy such a bitter drink such as this?"" He said starting to file out of the room with the drunk slowly following him. The noise was starting to grow as the Angry one shouted ""Knock it off, this is getting louder!"" and started to reach for the bottle of vodka to seize their attention. But instead the three filed out of the closet and the fluids contained in the bottle started to spill across the tiled flooring outside of the janitor's closet.<br/><br/>""Okay then, now the other janitor's bound to come, Time to meet the co-workers"" The original Leon muttered to himself as he rose from his chair and exited the closet expecting an appearance of the other janitor.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The particulates of Aamon, wet with vodka, began to adhere to one another as more and more ash flew in from all directions. Soon, a steady stream of grey matter was flying through the air, constructing Aamon's figure in the middle of the puddle of vodka. After a few minutes, the dust solidified and took on a dark red hue; the vodka remnants burst into flames and quickly died as the alcohol was vaporized.<br/><br/>Aamon looked coldly at the trio of Leons before shoving its way through them as it neared the closet. Kicking open the door, Aamon strode through and glared at the occupants of the room, its gaze eventually settling on the Alpha Leon. ""You,"" it said dryly, ""the misplaced hero of the academy. Can you not control yourselves? Making messes are what insects do, NOT janitors. We are here to preserve the sanctity of cleanliness on these hallowed grounds.""<br/><br/>""Admittedly, that liquid counts more as a cleansing fluid than a drink..."""
11388,The Divault School for Extraordinary People IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323198&start=25,2014-12-15T16:58:00,Qeno,"<blockquote><div><cite>Malshan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323198&amp;p=22808708#p22808708"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Qeno <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323198&amp;p=22805459#p22805459"">wrote</a>:</cite>""-Ey das mah drink, lemme have dat back!"" The drunk pleaded as he reached for the bottle of drink held by the Angry one and his attempt to obtain possession of the bottle was thwarted when the cheerful one took the bottle then held it above his head. ""Ya know, I have no idea how you can enjoy such a bitter drink such as this?"" He said starting to file out of the room with the drunk slowly following him. The noise was starting to grow as the Angry one shouted ""Knock it off, this is getting louder!"" and started to reach for the bottle of vodka to seize their attention. But instead the three filed out of the closet and the fluids contained in the bottle started to spill across the tiled flooring outside of the janitor's closet.<br/><br/>""Okay then, now the other janitor's bound to come, Time to meet the co-workers"" The original Leon muttered to himself as he rose from his chair and exited the closet expecting an appearance of the other janitor.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The particulates of Aamon, wet with vodka, began to adhere to one another as more and more ash flew in from all directions. Soon, a steady stream of grey matter was flying through the air, constructing Aamon's figure in the middle of the puddle of vodka. After a few minutes, the dust solidified and took on a dark red hue; the vodka remnants burst into flames and quickly died as the alcohol was vaporized.<br/><br/>Aamon looked coldly at the trio of Leons before shoving its way through them as it neared the closet. Kicking open the door, Aamon strode through and glared at the occupants of the room, its gaze eventually settling on the Alpha Leon. ""You,"" it said dryly, ""the misplaced hero of the academy. Can you not control yourselves? Making messes are what insects do, NOT janitors. We are here to preserve the sanctity of cleanliness on these hallowed grounds.""<br/><br/>""Admittedly, that liquid counts more as a cleansing fluid than a drink...""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Yes, Yes, I can control myself"" The original said glancing at the hellspawn before picking up a bucket and a mop. ""It's like a family reunion, I'm supposing hellspawns understand the concept of chaos from that statement, Not everyone gets along, sometimes they make a mess, and eventually though all that chaos it gets clean. If you said that drink counts as a cleaning chemical then consider that I am simply 'practicing' my art of preservation"" He added as he pushed his way past Aamon and mopped up the alcohol free vodka.<br/><br/>His clones had mixed looks on their faces, the Angry one looked smug, He accomplished his task of ridding the group of any alcoholic beverages for the time being, the Cheerful one was becoming less cheerful, because of the xenophobic desire to destroy all that is evil, and the Drunk one didn't quite care of the situation because he wanted more booze."
11389,The Divault School for Extraordinary People IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323198&start=25,2014-12-15T18:25:00,Monfrox,"""Back in my day, men respected vwomen. You kinder today need to learn to respect your elders."" Sieglinde said back. ""Perhaps I vwould give ze students a tour of ze Atlantic Vwall in France. Have you ever been? It is a most enjoyable place to spend vun's combat tour. Ze food and vwine are some of ze best. Ze French may not have been as militant as us Germans, but ze knew how to relish in ze finer sings in life."""
11390,The Divault School for Extraordinary People IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323198&start=25,2014-12-15T20:07:00,Cloony,"""Oh my apologies Frau Sieglinde. It was not aimed at you just a small joke poking fun at what you are teaching. You are teaching Evil Grammar yes?"" Solvi said somewhat apologetically but still had an invisible smile on his invisible face."
11391,The Divault School for Extraordinary People IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323198&start=25,2014-12-16T23:02:00,Hydrocoast,"Christoph had just gotten the finishing touches on his board. The board was in a slightly better condition now. Less wonky and moved faster. It was quieter as well. He took it for somewhat of a spin in his isolated corner to try it out. As he finished he took it up a little bit so it was hovering to get a little bit of a better look around. Christoph wanted to know more about what he was getting himself into. 1. Yulian. Human Male age 18. Can turn people into dolls. Very troubled. ""He sounds fun but im not sure how he can help me overthrow my father."" 2. Karra Necross Female age 20. Necromancer whose abilities are somewhat limited to communication. ""She is beautiful and those powers when developed can become fascinating."" 3. Salazar Yellow-Eyed Demon age 15. Grandson of Lucifer. ""A very powerful ally but at this young age a child of power can be somewhat random in his actions."" 4. Chris Human Male age 17. Gravity manipulation. ""Oh god not another liberal."" 5. Damon Dragonkin Male age 18. Can turn into a dragon. ""I can see how that is useful but not really sure how it will help me overthrow my father but he could be a good ally. Might want to keep tabs.""<br/><br/>As he finished up her heard a huge bang and his hover board collapsed to the ground. Scratching his head he took a look at the damages and started making modifications."
11392,The Divault School for Extraordinary People IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323198&start=50,2014-12-17T01:52:00,Xing,"<blockquote><div><cite>Monfrox <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323198&amp;p=22810619#p22810619"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Back in my day, men respected vwomen. You kinder today need to learn to respect your elders."" Sieglinde said back. ""Perhaps I vwould give ze students a tour of ze Atlantic Vwall in France. Have you ever been? It is a most enjoyable place to spend vun's combat tour. Ze food and vwine are some of ze best. Ze French may not have been as militant as us Germans, but ze knew how to relish in ze finer sings in life.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Plus with the way they surrender, it just makes people like mine's jobs even easier if you think about it."" Milan stated matter-of-factly. ""Any decent resistance force, or otherwise insurgent force with a man like me behind them only has to so much as push them and France falls. From there is where things get fun. Full on, multi-country, military conflict. And both sides are going to need the materials to wage said war. In other words."" Milan held his hand out and rubbed his thumb and first two fingers together, still overlooking the crowd while talking. ""Unprecedented. Market. Explosion. And I'm there to pick up the cash."""
11393,The Divault School for Extraordinary People IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323198&start=50,2014-12-25T14:52:00,Monfrox,"""Say vat you vant, Herr O'Connor, but ze French are not ze kind to raise ze vhite flag at ze first sign of danger. A lot of planning und calculations vent into ze Blitzkrieg. Ze Maginot Line's only real drawback was zat it did not cover ze whole border. Vwhy drive straight srough enemy fortifications vwhen you can circle around ze whole sing? Vwe just left it zere and marched right on to Paris until vwe took ze time to deal vwith it."" Sieglinde replied. ""And yes, I am teaching grammar to ze students again zis year. Oh it vill be so much fun, I can hardly vait."""
11394,The Divault School for Extraordinary People IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323198&start=50,2014-12-25T22:08:00,Cloony,"""It makes me a little more calm to know that the grammar of our young ones will once again be in the hands of one of our finest teachers. Speaking of teachers where is Riley. Shouldn't she be here by now? I guess she could be here but possibly not in a form that we are familiar with?"" Solvi said expressionless"
11395,The Divault School for Extraordinary People IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323198&start=50,2014-12-25T22:41:00,Kassaran,"It was a sudden flash across the sky and suddenly all light began to appear a dark crimson red. The sky dimmed and the water slowed as the cosmos itself began to slowly contort around the academy and the rumbling of great stones could be heard through the valley. Once again, Divault was speaking, except this time in a language considered forbidden by many as arcane and dangerous beyond belief. This was sorcery built to destroy and create, the ability to play God on a Cosmic scale. This was true evil, and yet it lay dormant in the air as the voice slowed and the orders came to the Minions to begin preparations for the opening ceremonies at once. Line by line and rank by ranktye long lines of henchmen began their long walk across the courtyard and in towards the massive monolithic building standing before them.<br/><br/>Orders could be heard being barked out across the formations of students as they slowly made their way in. First and foremost up the steps went the year fours. Of which, there were less than a hundred. Then the year threes and twos, combined to appear many times stronger than they actually were. They perhaps totaled a thousand or so. Finally up marched the ragtag line of first years, their heads hanging low, feet out-of-step, and general posturing pathetic. One particular first-year could be seen walking slightly more bowlegged than the rest, his pant legs thoroughly soaked with his own bodily fluids and his mind retaining the terror of the drop he'd taken part in.<br/><br/>Next came the Lieutenants and other Evil Specialist forces. These were not formed according to any military rank or file at all but were expected to at least move in a general procession towards the auditorium under the supervision of the watching Minions present. Each year was only separated from the other due to their general differences in stature and strength. Numbers usually never wavered among these elite ranks seeing as how specialists were always in high demand.<br/><br/>Finally, a small floating vapor whisked out along the wind and eventually building itself in front of the group of overlords and teachers, a Minion, many times darker and stronger manifested itself. A silent nod towards the faculty signalled it was time for them to rally the acolytes and bring them forward towards the auditorium. However, it was obvious something was off as how no year other than one was currently being represented amongst the overlord student body. Shaking off the eerie feeling one might feel in noting the lack of numbers held, soon the students would find themselves being ushered into the building, up a flight of carpet stairs and into a large overhanging balcony looking out over the assembled student body. Three large mirrors stood mounted at about the same height as the balcony mounted along each wall of the auditorium, their near opaque surfaces giving off an eerie glow.<br/><br/>As the students would find themselves sitting down in their seats, slowly but lsurely the lights too would begin to dim until they were not but tiny pinpricks of light in a too. Now becoming filled with an increasingly reverent aura of the large collection of legendary overlords present. Over the stage, a large clock with Roman Numerals was slowly counting down the time until the assembly ceremony would begin."
11396,The Divault School for Extraordinary People IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323198&start=50,2014-12-25T23:52:00,Xing,"""Oh looks like it's time to get the show on the road."" Milan crowed. He hopped down from the half-wall he had been sitting on and followed along suit with the other faculty in directing students. He playfully held his cane out and wafted it and his arms through the air, shepherding the fledgling villains into the auditorium. Once he was inside, he took his place to the front and side of the stage as he awaited for the ceremony to start."
11397,The Divault School for Extraordinary People IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323198&start=50,2014-12-26T10:26:00,The BranRiech,"<blockquote><div><cite>Xing <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323198&amp;p=22917544#p22917544"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Oh looks like it's time to get the show on the road."" Milan crowed. He hopped down from the half-wall he had been sitting on and followed along suit with the other faculty in directing students. He playfully held his cane out and wafted it and his arms through the air, shepherding the fledgling villains into the auditorium. Once he was inside, he took his place to the front and side of the stage as he awaited for the ceremony to start.</div></blockquote><br/>""Why hello, Mr. O'connor.""<br/><br/>Next to Milan stood a striking woman of about 20, though she was much older than that, about twice that actually. It was the Social Studies teacher, Riley Jones. Her dress appeared Indian in nature, and her exotic looks pushed the point even further. Her eyes watched over the students, but took a moment to glance over at Milan, nodding curtly as she watched them gather. ""Good prospects this year? Some of these students look like they couldn't even traffic drugs."""
11398,The Divault School for Extraordinary People IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323198&start=50,2014-12-26T12:03:00,Cloony,"""Ahh it appears that it is time."" Solvi said already noticing that O'Connor left his side. Solvi Jumped on the ground and followed him to the inside area. When Solvi got there he noticed familiar face. The Social Studies teacher Riley Jones. Solvi really respected Mrs. Jones. He always respected her passion and loved her personality. It only bothered him slightly that her form wasn't true but he couldn't help himself. Around her he always felt a bit anxious but he tried to keep his personal life and career seperate. As he approached Solvi began to noticed she was already making conversation with Milan. Solvi didn't want to intrude so he just made his way to his normal position next too the stage."
11399,The Divault School for Extraordinary People IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323198&start=50,2014-12-27T11:00:00,Monfrox,"Sieglinde had been used to ""directing traffic"". She had directed Panzers down road intersections when her unit ran into Wehrmacht regulars and caused a jam. Once done, she too took her position. She looked down to her dog. ""Thor, aufenthalt."" She commanded. He sat down by the edge of the stage and growled at any student who dared got close to try and pet him. He was not a home dog, he was a watch dog. Sieglinde herself stood next to Slovi and looked out at the crowd of new blood with a wicked smirk on her face."
11400,The Divault School for Extraordinary People IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323198&start=50,2014-12-27T11:14:00,Cloony,"""Now we can get a better look at the new batch. I can already see some terrified faces and some wicked in nature. These new students are going to be in for a real treat don't you think Sieglinde?"" Solvi said with no expression."
11401,The Divault School for Extraordinary People IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323198&start=50,2014-12-27T11:27:00,The BranRiech,"<blockquote><div><cite>Cloony <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323198&amp;p=22921049#p22921049"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Ahh it appears that it is time."" Solvi said already noticing that O'Connor left his side. Solvi Jumped on the ground and followed him to the inside area. When Solvi got there he noticed familiar face. The Social Studies teacher Riley Jones. Solvi really respected Mrs. Jones. He always respected her passion and loved her personality. It only bothered him slightly that her form wasn't true but he couldn't help himself. Around her he always felt a bit anxious but he tried to keep his personal life and career seperate. As he approached Solvi began to noticed she was already making conversation with Milan. Solvi didn't want to intrude so he just made his way to his normal position next too the stage.</div></blockquote><br/>""Heya, Solvi, nice to see you this year, so what do you think of the prospects of these new kids."" Riley grinned, panning her eyes across the gathered students. ""Mmm, I think we really should have a separate school for the lower ranked kids, I mean, I'm all for equality, but really? We're training them to follow in our footsteps of success, but how do we do that to people destined to be henchmen or something?""<br/><br/>She turned and looked at Solvi, unable to tell his emotions from his simple lack of a visible head.<br/><br/>""Oh! Frau Sieglinde, what a wonderful surprise."" She grinned again, waving at the teacher opposite Solvi."
11402,The Divault School for Extraordinary People IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323198&start=50,2014-12-27T11:30:00,Hydrocoast,Christoph was busy tinkering in his corner when people began to go into the building. He quickly packed his things and made his way into line. walking into the building he was getting yelled at. It reminded him of something out of a horror movie or a military movie but it didnt bother him. It did though bother the poor kid next too him who had soiled himself. clearly this was not the place for him but it was the place for Christoph. He was here for one reason and one reason only. To take over the world and bring his father down.<br/><br/>So far in his section he was the first to sit down. Regardless he wasn't much of a talker but he still needed to get to know his new classmates.
11403,The Divault School for Extraordinary People IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323198&start=50,2014-12-27T11:39:00,Cloony,"<blockquote><div><cite>The BranRiech <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323198&amp;p=22930251#p22930251"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Heya, Solvi, nice to see you this year, so what do you think of the prospects of these new kids."" Riley grinned, panning her eyes across the gathered students. ""Mmm, I think we really should have a separate school for the lower ranked kids, I mean, I'm all for equality, but really? We're training them to follow in our footsteps of success, but how do we do that to people destined to be henchmen or something?""</div></blockquote>""Ahh Riley a pleasure to see you again. And yes I do agree this is somewhat preposterous but I truly believe that a fine henchman can take you a long way and by the end of the year we will have a lot of those. Regardless we all know the only reason these students are all together is so that the truly capable overlords can get some practice. Because we all know that some of the more promising overlords will graduate with a few kills under their belts and a few followers at their side."" Solvi said with a face as plain as air. ""It is here that these students will go from simple lizards to full blown dragons. Then we can separate the children from the gods."""
11404,The Divault School for Extraordinary People IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323198&start=50,2014-12-27T18:34:00,Nightkill the Emperor,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kassaran <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323198&amp;p=22917144#p22917144"">wrote</a>:</cite>It was a sudden flash across the sky and suddenly all light began to appear a dark crimson red. The sky dimmed and the water slowed as the cosmos itself began to slowly contort around the academy and the rumbling of great stones could be heard through the valley. Once again, Divault was speaking, except this time in a language considered forbidden by many as arcane and dangerous beyond belief. This was sorcery built to destroy and create, the ability to play God on a Cosmic scale. This was true evil, and yet it lay dormant in the air as the voice slowed and the orders came to the Minions to begin preparations for the opening ceremonies at once. Line by line and rank by ranktye long lines of henchmen began their long walk across the courtyard and in towards the massive monolithic building standing before them.<br/><br/>Orders could be heard being barked out across the formations of students as they slowly made their way in. First and foremost up the steps went the year fours. Of which, there were less than a hundred. Then the year threes and twos, combined to appear many times stronger than they actually were. They perhaps totaled a thousand or so. Finally up marched the ragtag line of first years, their heads hanging low, feet out-of-step, and general posturing pathetic. One particular first-year could be seen walking slightly more bowlegged than the rest, his pant legs thoroughly soaked with his own bodily fluids and his mind retaining the terror of the drop he'd taken part in.<br/><br/>Next came the Lieutenants and other Evil Specialist forces. These were not formed according to any military rank or file at all but were expected to at least move in a general procession towards the auditorium under the supervision of the watching Minions present. Each year was only separated from the other due to their general differences in stature and strength. Numbers usually never wavered among these elite ranks seeing as how specialists were always in high demand.<br/><br/>Finally, a small floating vapor whisked out along the wind and eventually building itself in front of the group of overlords and teachers, a Minion, many times darker and stronger manifested itself. A silent nod towards the faculty signalled it was time for them to rally the acolytes and bring them forward towards the auditorium. However, it was obvious something was off as how no year other than one was currently being represented amongst the overlord student body. Shaking off the eerie feeling one might feel in noting the lack of numbers held, soon the students would find themselves being ushered into the building, up a flight of carpet stairs and into a large overhanging balcony looking out over the assembled student body. Three large mirrors stood mounted at about the same height as the balcony mounted along each wall of the auditorium, their near opaque surfaces giving off an eerie glow.<br/><br/>As the students would find themselves sitting down in their seats, slowly but lsurely the lights too would begin to dim until they were not but tiny pinpricks of light in a too. Now becoming filled with an increasingly reverent aura of the large collection of legendary overlords present. Over the stage, a large clock with Roman Numerals was slowly counting down the time until the assembly ceremony would begin.</div></blockquote><br/>Then the clock hit zero.<br/><br/>A thunderous crack of lightning was heard, the stage was shrouded in a sort of white light. The screams of the dammed echoed throughout the room, as well as...well, the sound of cows mooing. And the noise of traffic. And then there was the chirping of birds.<br/><br/>Materialising on the stage triumphantly was...a man wearing a Western style suit, glasses and standing at around 5'6 inches. The man had grey hair and a significant stubble on his face, the grey hair contrasting with his brown skin. He looked out at the audience and then glanced at his IPhone 5 (he hadn't bothered to upgrade to a 6, because fuck that shit). ""This is...Elfen High?"" the brown man asked in a surprisingly posh sounding English accent, sniffing the air. ""No, no. Wrong part of the Omniverse. Scheduled for today was...Divault!"" beamed the Khan, quite proud of himself for remembering - he was getting on in years and memory didn't come as quickly as it used to. ""I'm your guest speaker, lads and lassies."" he waved a hand at the crowd.<br/><br/>""My name is Khan, and I understand you young ones are currently trying to become evil overlords. Well...I'm an evil overlord. Some people might say that I'm THE evil overlord, but I think they're being a bit too complimentary."" chuckled the Indian man. ""But yes, I am quite a major figure in the Omniverse we live in. I was nominated to rule it a while back even, but I turned it down. Too much pressure. Besides, I basically already do rule it in secret, so what's the point in making it official? Let that Australian fellow Max take the official title."" explained Khan. ""I rule several, several kingdoms in the Omniverse and even hold some universes to myself. And yes, it is pretty fucking awesome. And obviously, with this experience I got quite a few stories and shit to tell you.""<br/><br/>Khan stared into the crowd, making sure he had everyone's attention. ""Well, let me tell you this - being an evil overlord is<span style=""font-style: italic"">hard</span>. It's not exactly easy stuff. Sure, people just say it's simple - take over a country. Maybe persecute a minority here and then as a scapegoat. Be cruel and oppressive. But that gets dull and tiring, and there's a lot of work to be done before that. You can't just march in and take over a country - that's stupid. You need to make a shed-yul."" He looked at the baffled faces of some of the audience when they heard his pronounication of the word ""schedule"" and corrected it for the North American ear. ""A sked-yul for you lot."" he shrugged. ""That's what this school is for. You can't just jump into evil overlording. It takes an education to really get out there and show what you got. Now, let me give you a few of my stories. There was an occasion in a faraway realm where I had a rebellion starting to rise up and threatened to take out my carefully built kingdom.""<br/><br/>A glass of orange juice materialised in Khan's hand. He looked at the sceptical crowd. ""Well, I'm not really supposed to drink alcohol anymore."" he explained. ""The wife doesn't like it too much and it doesn't do my personality much good. Orange juice is a good substitute. But back to the story."" he said, taking a sip. ""The rebels were starting to destroy all kinds of infrastructure and were bombing my soldiers and threatened to take over that small little kingdom. I have several scattered throughout the Omniverse so it's not a huge deal, but it was still something I needed to take care of. So what I did is that I accepted their demands - I provided a system of pseudo-democracy and I gave access to free and universal healthcare, and I even threw in free and unlimited if carefully watched Internet access to everyone, since that does tend to result in people becoming lazy, unmotivated fucks who would rather spend time on political websites trolling people and acting like Nazis rather than going out there and actually doing meaningful things."" Khan laughed.<br/><br/>The fairly short man adjusted his glasses after wiping them on his shirt. ""That's an important lesson - know how to adjust and compromise. You're going to want to rule with an iron fist and that's a tempting idea, but you got to rule with a fist able to unclench somewhat. Not a reign of terror, but an occasional light shower. Evil overlording isn't exactly what you picture it to be - you can't be Hitler reborn. That's not evil overlording, that's being an<span style=""font-style: italic"">asshole.</span>And Hitler died in the end, didn't he?"" Khan snorted. ""He was a dumbass. Don't go the Nazi route, that's bad. Of course, don't be entirely a nice guy. If your enemy asks you to tell him - or her, I should say, things are becoming quite gender diverse these days - your evil plan before you kill him stroke her, use whichever pronoun works, you say ""no"" and shoot them in the face. Just know some basic stuff like that, I suppose.""<br/><br/>Khan scratched his head. ""Anyway, that's a bit of a ramble. I lost my notecards before I came here, to be perfectly honest. I think they're currently in Space Siberia. Lovely little planet. Russian colony in the year 3227, off in a different sector of the Omniverse. You should visit if you ever have the chance, but bring a jacket and a bulletproof vest.""<br/><br/>Khan frowned. ""So, err...I think I got some of the basics done. I had a pen drive to plug into a laptop, but I think I lost it. This is why I should use Google Docs when I make Powerpoint presentations."" sighed the Indian. ""Anyway, without further ado, let me bring in your headmaster - Johnny Divaunt!""<br/><br/>Khan could not give less of a shit what Peter Divaunt's real name was."
11405,The Divault School for Extraordinary People IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323198&start=50,2014-12-27T19:33:00,Cloony,"""Its only the beginning and my good friend Peter has already impressed me. Every year it just gets better and this year he managed to get one of the greatest overlords ever to speak out. Seriously to get this ignorant madman to take a minute to stop drinking and speak to a room full of students about why uneducated overlords fail is somehow impressive to me. Dont you guys think? Solvi asked his peers sounding genuinely impressed but carrying no visible expression."
11406,The Divault School for Extraordinary People IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323198&start=50,2014-12-28T14:53:00,Kassaran,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nightkill the Emperor <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323198&amp;p=22934053#p22934053"">wrote</a>:</cite>-le Glorious Snip-</div></blockquote><br/>There was a moment of almost reverent silence in those waning moments of utter shock as many in the audience realized the blatant disregard to the headmaster's name, but when no repercussions occurred, it became obvious that this overlord was indeed unique and much appreciated for his efforts in the name of, well, the omniverse. A slow clapping began from somewhere in the middle room, a sharp sound and slowly rising, a dark hooded figure previously unnoticed in the crowd materialized and began to slowly move through the air, seeming to levitate as he did so. Slowly everyone who could see the figure recognized the infamous red insignia upon its back identifying this man as the one and only indomitable will of the School, Peter Divault. Reaching the stage and alighting upon it with a deliberately refrained pose, he slowly approached his fellow overlord, still clapping all the way, and finally reaching to within a meter of the man, he turned round to face his audience and loudly declared,"" A round of applause to my much-esteemed and far superior overlord colleague, the Great and Mighty Khan!""<br/><br/>The room then erupted among the minions, henchmen, and specialists present into thunderous applause. Slowly coming to a close after what must have been a minute of nonstop clapping, the room darkened and moving along, Divault stepped back towards the front of the stage to begin the long awaited opening speech that would finally declare the school open once again. With his hood hanging low over his head casting that signature shadow to conceal most all of his face, the voice once again spoke with a deep rumbling reminiscent of thunderheads along the horizon of some astral plain somewhere out in the depths of space, "" I am Peter Divault. Overlord of this realm, and Headmaster general of this School, and I welcome you all, both weak and expendable, to strong and instrumental to Valenhelm. You all have been selected to study here and I look forward to seeing each and everyone of you here live and grow here, and possibly, even die here.""<br/><br/>There was a pause left here and then figuring he'd let that statement sink in, he gave a cough to clear his throat and continued, ""while you all are here, you will be under my protection and tutelage as well as the protection and tutelage of the faculty under my employ. Furthermore you will learn not only the basics of becoming Evil Overlords, but also, hopefully over the course of the four years you spend here you will also come to realize not only your purpose, but the purpose for those around you and under you and that you would eventually come to terms with this reality and the omniverse we call home.<br/><br/>""Well, without further ado, I once again say, Welcome to the Divault School for Extraordinary People and classes begin in three days. I'd suggest you all learn your schedules and enjoy the time you have to relax for very soon, time will become quite the valuable commodity indeed. Oh, and to the hopefuls in the balcony above,"" a flourish of a heavily sleeved arm -which in spite of the movement revealed nothing more than what had been present before- in the direction of the students confirmed the recipients of this seemingly hasty, but annually consistent message,"" best of luck to each and every one of you, I look most forward to sseeing if I indeed chose right in my choice of students for this year. And to my generous and well-trained faculty, I too thank you for your aid, but do try to remember, I'm always watching.""<br/><br/>A crack of thunder and a flash of inverted light later and not only had Divault disappeared, but so had several of his Minions along the side of the room. Suddenly leaping forward, a rogue group of men, clad in white robes with purple crosses along the breasts of the cloth began a sudden attack upon the room. Standing in the midst of the carnage one withdrew a silver sword and loudly declared, "" Death to the darkness present, death to all who oppose the Order of the Burgundy Cross!"""
11407,The Divault School for Extraordinary People IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323198&start=50,2014-12-28T15:50:00,Cloony,"Stationed at the front of the stage Sovli took a moment to realize exactly what was going on but the screech he heard from the man told him immediately that it was those blasted idiots from the Order of the Burgundy Cross. It wasn't the first time this has happened. In years past these idiots came from miles thinking they would be the ones to take out a bunch of gods. While they always posed somewhat of a threat they never really succeeded and being a veteran teacher Solvi has had his fair share in this sort of thing. Solvi took flight on his cloud yelling to henchmen and more advanced students ""Get the less experienced students to safety!"" As he took flight he looked for the best method of attack and it appeared that a spell with a big area of hit and splash damage would do just nicely. Putting his hands forward Solvi began to form a fireball about 6 feet in diameter which he shot directly into the center of the mass of church folk."
11408,The Divault School for Extraordinary People IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323198&start=50,2014-12-31T00:02:00,Xing,"<a class=""postlink"" href=""https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FJUJW589HZI"" rel=""nofollow"">This ain't a scene, its an arms race.</a><br/>The Order of the Burgundy Cross. When will they just give up? It's almost a yearly tradition for them to attempt to come and wreak havoc at Divault. It honestly felt more like a rival school coming to try and steal the mascot more than everything. Nonetheless, Milan raised his hand to his mouth and gave a whistle. It didn't do anything but add to the cacophony of noise around him, but it wasn't supposed to silence them. He grabbed the stage behind him and backflipped onto it. A shotgun slid across the stage and Milan landed with one foot atop it. He grabbed the shotgun, slowly racked the pump and fired a round to the ceiling with the shotgun right next to the microphone. The sound echoed through the open air of the auditorium as the room was silenced by the noise.<br/><br/>""That's better."" Milan could be heard through the still ringing speakers. He lowered the shotgun to the floor and grabbed the microphone from the stand. ""Now every year. Every. Year. You guys always come here thinking you can do something as idiotic as raiding a school full of the omniverse's biggest names in shady ideals. And every time you don't even get the chance to scurry away with your tail between your legs. Now what I wanna know..."" Milan started to walk the stage as if he were the one that was supposed to speak at the ceremonies. ""Is how do you assholes keep coming back? How much man power do you as a group have that you can keep throwing bodies at us and still have enough to try again? Cause I can assure you now... You don't have enough. Each of these kids are some of the best prospects in becoming the next generation of the elite overlords, specialists, henchmen, and number two men in the business. I can assure you they have quite a good deal of skill on their own to start with. But that leaves the staff that has to be able to put up with all of them. We have to not only be able to deal with any of them should we need to discipline them, but it also means we are required to have the ability to protect these students should some piss-ant Templar wannabes come around trying to kill them.""<br/><br/>Milan slammed the tip of his cane down to the ground. Before anyone could comprehend what was happening the room began to fill quite a bit more than it already had. All the windows flew open and were lined with soldiers, riot troopers blew through the doors at the back of the room and moved into the crowd, and countless riflemen marched out from backstage to line the stage. Each man with a rifle, each rifle loaded with various rounds made specifically to deal with various empowered humans or otherwise, and all with a laser sight trained on the Order members.<br/><br/>""I'll send you to hell where you belong you son of a bitch."" One of the Order members shouted through gritted teeth. He charged the stage and lept high into the air to kill Milan where he stood. Each of the soldiers' fingers twitched to fire until Milan held his hand up to tell them not to fire. Milan stood his ground and slowly raised his cane to point at his attacker.<br/><br/>""Bang."" He said simply into the mic. He pantomimed pulling a trigger on his cane and a thunderous crack was heard as a high caliber round from one of the window snipers turned the Order member's head to a fine mist. He collapsed limp onto the stage in front of Milan, and Milan rested his cane between the man's shoulder blades. ""Boys. Faculty. let's teach through examples shall we?"" Before he even finished speaking the room turned back into a chaotic mess, only this time with countless mercenaries laying down suppressive fire into the Order members."
11409,The Divault School for Extraordinary People IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323198&start=50,2014-12-31T01:34:00,Monfrox,"""Scheiße! Ze cowards attack us at our own opening!"" Sieglinde cursed. ""THOR! Kommen jetzt hier!"" She called for her guard dog, who came running up to her. ""Gehen holen Hans. Los los los!"" She ordered. Thor ran off to fetch one of Sieglinde's subordinates as the Captain drew her sidearm. ""Come on, zen! Let's see you take down a veteran of ze Ghost Division!"" She taunted, loading a 20 round magazine into her<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://www.hrbarnettengraving.com/broomhandle5.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Mauser</a><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://www.hrbarnettengraving.com/broomhandle9.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">pistol</a>. It was at that time when the sound of heavy boots stomping from the back as Thor ran out to attack one of the Order members. From the back exit came Hans, a tall armored trooper carrying an<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i31.tinypic.com/2ymixhw.png"" rel=""nofollow"">MG42</a>with a<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://images.wikia.com/callofduty/images/archive/9/9f/20121204041856!Longinus_WaW.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Panzershreck</a>on his back and wearing a gas mask.<br/><br/>Hans came over to Sieglinde and handed over her<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://img3.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20120119223930/callofduty/images/3/36/MP44_PaP_WaW.png"" rel=""nofollow"">personal Sturmgewehr 44</a>assault rifle. ""Ah, danke Hans. Now,"" She pointed to the crowd of Order members. ""open fire."" She said with a cruel smile. Hans levels his machine gun and let rip as Sieglinde followed suit with her Mauser, taking a position on the other end. As she took a second to wave the students away to the exit, one of the Order soldiers got her off guard and stabbed her through her chest. ""Die!"" He cried. Sieglinde hunched over onto the sword, and the member thought he got her...until she started laughing. ""Now look at vwhat you've done."" She looked up. ""I'm going to have to make another appointment vwith mein tailor!"" She said before putting the muzzle her C96 up under the man's chin and pulling the trigger five times.<br/><br/>She pulled the sword out and let the blood flow until her cells repaired and the wound healed in about a minute. The tear in the uniform made her a bit sad, as she really wasn't looking forward to getting it sewn up again. She looked over to Hans. ""Hans! Panzershreck! Now!"" She ordered. Hans looked over and slowly shook his head no. Sieglinde growled to herself before looking back out for another target as she switched to her rifle. There wasn't time to argue with what was going on, but she'd be having a talk with Hans after this was over. For now, she focused on protecting the students and eliminating the opposition. At least O'Connor was making himself useful."
11410,The Divault School for Extraordinary People IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323198&start=50,2014-12-31T01:54:00,Kassaran,"As the teachers would open fire on the first group, an unprecedented event occurred as the first wave of bullets to unleash upon the rogue vigilantes found themselves turning into twinkles. While indeed they became non lethal, a shout from among their ranks sounded their surprise as well,"" Twinkies?! What in the hell Bill? We told you to make them grains of sand!""<br/><br/>Another surprised shout,"" I'm sorry! I tried to but I could only think about my one true love!"" The voice appeared to belong to one rather rotund man standing in the back, his ability apparently being one capable of turning large masses of objects into completely different items altogether. While indeed it appeared no one had gained a particular advantage, suddenly the fireball fired from the mad scientist from Cloony, Professor Solvi, would find itself descending rapidly upon the members of this crazy order. Like a pillar of flame crashing down from the Heaven's above, suddenly an even more so unprecedented event occurred.<br/><br/>As the smoke would settle from the fiery explosion, it would be revealed that perhaps the wave of twinkles had indeed been beneficial as they had crossed over and across the ranks of Burgundy Cross members, they had also acted as a momentary shield against the sheer power of the fireball. Looking up, utterly surprised at their luck in managing to survive the inferno with but only a few singed hairs and cream-covered uniforms, the Burgundy Cross members quickly thanked their lucky stars and began their own counter-attack against the forces of evil now centered on the stage.<br/><br/>However, to ensure no more outside support could make its way in, a sudden and violent shaking occurred as suddenly the floor and the rock in the foundation below it also rose up in walls of sheet rock to ward away any further support while other places around the room found themselves becoming sealed trapping the few students that had yet to evacuate inside with the rest of the fighters at hand. Moving forward, withdrawing swords, clubs, and weapons of all varying sizes and builds, some not even made for human hands, they engaged the henchmen that had filed into the room, opening up with incredible spread, but not so notable accuracy with their ranged weaponry as they let their armed melee fighters close the gap between their location up near the back of the auditorium and the raised and scarred battlefield that had now become the stage."
11411,The Divault School for Extraordinary People IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323198&start=50,2014-12-31T03:11:00,Cloony,"Solvi watched as their attack was somehow avoided. He wasn't really surprised nor worried he was actually somewhat impressed. He knew the Burgundy Cross never really stood much of a chance. They were good but Solvi just saw it as good fun. More than anything he actually looked forward to the attacks and despite knowing it was a mistake he was impressed because it did show that much like every year he was in for a treat. Solvi flew his cloud around to where the other teachers were. He laughed and called out to his peers. ""Milan I see your trying to steal my kills huh? And you as well Sieglinde and it appears you have also brought company. Hello Hans its been a while. Ahh dont worry about it im just joshing its all in good fun but really of all things they decided to go with Twinkies. I never had acquired a taste for them. Maybe I should lend them a hand and wash that filth off of them.""<br/><br/>Solvi circled the room once again on his cloud and summoned a water ball in his hands about 12 feet in diameter which he quickly shot at the masses. When the ball landed soaking most of the church folk he quickly circled the room. Solvi always wanted to try what he was about to do. He practiced at his homestead but never had a chance to really try it out. Circling the room Solvi held his fingers out like hand guns much like a child would when playing cowboys and indians. ""Lets give it another try shall we ladies and gentlemen. Solvi started firing his hand guns with bullets of lightning. One by one they flew out of his hands into the crowd. He admired his form. He had practiced it for quite some time. He knew this combo of water and electricity would do nicely."
11412,The Divault School for Extraordinary People IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323198&start=50,2014-12-31T10:28:00,Malshan,"Marquis Aamon straightened up from its conversation with the many janitors. Part of it that had not reformed was currently being trampled into the ground by a set of boots, specifically German in design. Aamon felt the vibrations as the foot vibrated, apparently from absorbing the shock of a high caliber weapon being fired rapidly. The Demon Overlord trembled in excitement. Weapons being fired meant fighting or at very least, a slaughter or massacre. A rare event that Aamon was able to take part in anymore. Aamon glared at the drunk one once more and disintegrated, disappearing into the shadows of the room.<br/><br/>The Demon Marquis reassembled itself in the midst of the chaos, the bits of it trapped under the boot slipping out of their prison with a violent tug and rejoining their brethren as part of Aamon's fifth eye. It blinked several times, opening on the last time to see a large burly man wrapped in a white robe with what seemed to be a crucifix sown into it hurl himself at it while brandishing a large silver sword. Aamon hissed and brought its own sword to bear, black hellfire spiraling off of it.<br/><br/>The two swords clashed, throwing flame and sparks of superheated metals and gases. Aamon reared back in surprise; it seemed that the man was a bit more than he seemed. A touch of divinity, perhaps. Or simply one of the gifted of the wind. The man backed up a little and took the stance of a seasoned veteran swordsman, his blade crackling with lightning and the air smelling of ozone. He said nothing, though his eyes shown with the hatred that only a force truly good could muster in the face of evil.<br/><br/>Aamon laughed. It mattered not if the man was a nephilim or descended from the Angelic Orders. In the end, he was simply another human who thought he could destroy a source of evil essence.<br/><br/>Aamon's robes died away, leaving the demon clad in ancient armor seemingly made up of thousands of tortured souls. Faces rose to the surface contorted in agony before sinking back into the mire around them. The human's sword sparked off of Aamon's breastplate, eliciting a mind-shattering scream from the souls as they were wrought to pieces. New souls took their places as Aamon went on the offensive.<br/><br/>Hellfire spiraled toward the man, who deflected it with ease. He responded with a crackling stream of electricity which glanced off of Aamon's sword, striking high into the sky. Something struck Aamon in the back as he looked back toward the man, sending it off balance and allowing the man to plunge his blade deep into Aamon's chest.<br/><br/>Skewered, Aamon's body relaxed and disintegrated as the man whispered a holy prayer. However, instead of dispersing and disappearing, the particles of Aamon swarmed the man, who clawed at his throat and eyes, tearing at his skin and howling in pain. The man disappeared from the view of the rest of the courtyard, though his screams could still be heard above the cacophony of battle.<br/><br/>When the smoke cleared, a skeleton picked clean of flesh and blood was revealed. It sat on its knees with its hands on its head, still clawing at its face as it gazed to the heavens, its mouth opened in a soundless scream.<br/><br/>Aamon reformed next to the skeleton, holding in its hand a small orb of light bearing wings. It smiled and swallowed the orb much like one would a pill, savoring the sweetness of the man's soul.<br/><br/>Among the faces of its armor, a new visage appeared. Twisted in eternal suffering, the swordsman's eyes raged at Aamon, even in death resisting the demon lord's influence."
11413,The Divault School for Extraordinary People IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323198&start=50,2014-12-31T10:39:00,The BranRiech,"Holding onto dual Mac-10s, Ms. Jones quickly realized that the spray of bullets she had just unleashed on her enemies was quite ineffective. Barrels still smoking, and red hot from the sheer volume of bullets that had just passed through them, the teacher dropped the machine-pistols and decided against fighting. Her talent was shapeshifting and arms-trafficing, neither of which seemed to be of any use in this situation as bullets rendered themselves useless at their magic, and shapeshifting wouldn't really help unless she changed into something truly terrible, and that would just make her a bigger target."
11414,"VRO: The Fate of the Multiverse [IC/Open, a VR RP]",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323260,2014-12-10T23:33:00,The Starlight,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-CGKq-O5LxjA/AAAAAAAAAAI/AAAAAAAAAFk/vqlHgkgpisI/s512-c/photo.jpg""/></div><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #008040"">Virtual Reality Online: The Fate of the Multiverse IC</span></span></span></div><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">OP: <a href=""//www.nationstates.net/nation=The Starlight"">The Starlight</a><br/><br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322292"" rel=""nofollow"">OOC</a><br/><br/>Co-Op(s): To be added<br/><br/>Consultants: To be added<br/><br/></span></span></div><div align=""center""><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=304211"" rel=""nofollow"">This RP was created with the help of The Council of the Multiverse RP group. Click me to find out more!</a></div></blockquote><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Go therefore, where no kid has gone before. Become who you were born to be.For out there, is our future. Out there, is our destiny.""</span></div></span><br/><hr/>Welcome to Virtual Reality Online: The Fate of the Multiverse, an RP where you will decide the fate of us. You will play as young adults entering the Multiverse for the first time, and you will have a vital role in the events which will come next.Please read all of the things below in the OP, and have fun!<br/><hr/><br/><br/>And on that day, June 15th of 2030, VRO: The Multiverse became available to the world.<br/><br/>This is where you come in. You, after filling out your application on your Tom laptop, were launched into Virtual Reality Online. But there was a problem. Unknown to you, and Dallen at the time, Evan had somehow managed to get into the servers of VRO and had put Dallen and his robots under siege. Wherever Dallen went, Evan went, making alliances with anyone and everything, and attacking Dallen and his small forces. Using the VRO version of our world, Evan was able to procure his weapons. Evan is now assembling an army, bred for a single purpose. To save our world from Dallen and put forth a new world order, with him in charge, the only person capable to stop Dallen, in his beliefs. Somehow, he has managed to find a way to bring virtual characters from VRO into our world. Dallen believes that Evan will destroy the world by bringing virtual characters into our world which he can't control. You must stop Dallen or Evan, or our world is doomed, depending on your point of view.You will do this by traveling with Dallen/Evan, making alliances of our own with the good factions of the Multiverse, but first, you must get to Dallen, who is currently under heavy siege by Evan's forces in an unknown world. Dallen is trapped but fortified in a mountain. You must break the siege and relieve Dallen's forces, or help Evan defeat Dallen. Good luck, the fate of the Multiverse and our world is in your hands. The choice is in your hands, who will you support? Who is the good guy, and who is the bad guy? The lines between the two sides appears blurred but you must decide, and the Multiverse will never be the same.<br/><hr/><br/><br/><br/>The players were launched into the game, feeling no motion sickness or daziness as they landed. It was high noon, and as they looked around, they saw a dark forest right ahead of them, and peeking over the tips of the treetops was a huge Mountain. But smoke rose near it, and it was obvious something was going on, which they did not know. But that was the only thing in view for miles, all else was bare plain, with no sign of people, houses, only small animals. It seemed like the had only one choice then.<br/><br/>Note: I'll write a lot more when I get back from school as it's really late, but I promised you guys the IC, so here it is. If you wish for more detail, you can wait until around 5:30 PM EST, for me to write some more. Also, you already have all of your equipment and armor, and you do not know of the current conflict between Dallen and Evan in the game itself. I would suggest starting off with character interaction, get to know each other a bit, form alliances, enemies, all of that good stuff."
11415,"VRO: The Fate of the Multiverse [IC/Open, a VR RP]",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323260,2014-12-10T23:33:00,The Starlight,"Reserved, you may post after this."
11416,"VRO: The Fate of the Multiverse [IC/Open, a VR RP]",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323260,2014-12-11T03:01:00,Nuxipal,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Orlaith Valken<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Unknown World</span></span><br/><br/>Orlaith appeared before the dark forest. To every other side of where she stood was flat and desolate looking. Not a single building in sight, ""Fantastic, first one here and there isn't anything but this forest."" Looking closer she sees the top of a mountain over the tops of the trees.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Smoke!</span>Orlaith thought as she saw it rising over the treeline. ""Smoke means civilization. Starting to walk towards the Forest she noticed her own clothes.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Well, I guess this is how I imagined my character.</span>She looked at what she had on her and noticed almost everything was held together by shaped bone. The bone staff was impressive to her. She wasn't very tall, maybe 5'2"", but the staff was half a foot taller than she was.<br/><br/>As she thought someone else was there she heard her friends deaths again. The screaming of the victims along with the rattling of the assault rifle at the doorway. She remembered the smell of death and even the taste it left in the air. She recollected herself and began cautiously walking towards the forest."
11417,"VRO: The Fate of the Multiverse [IC/Open, a VR RP]",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323260,2014-12-12T16:26:00,Esternial,"Though she was never one to occupy herself with videogames, Cecille felt strangely drawn to Dallen Thomsen's announcement. The man was a paragon of science and technology, and as soon as she heard his announcement, Cecille couldn't subdue her curiosity. A brilliant man such as Mr. Thomsen wouldn't waste his time on just any game, there has to be something...<span style=""font-style: italic"">revolutionary</span>. While she couldn't wait to become an adult, Cecille had moments that she was grateful for her young age, and this was a prime example. Without so much as a second thought she jumped from couch and vanished from the living room, to the surprise of her own parents that had grown used to the calm nature of her daughter.<br/><br/>Almost pulling down the key rack as she grabbed one from it whilst putting on her overcoat, Cecille hurriedly straddled her motorcycle and stabbed the key into the ignition. As soon as she twisted it, the slumbering machine revved to life. It's bodywork was a bright navy blue and formed a nice ensemble with her overcoat, which danced as wind rushed by while she navigated the road to the nearest store where she could find this game. She had to have it. She had to know what it was.<br/><br/>Her prompt reaction ensured that she had a copy which she, rather than proudly flaunt in front of others, stashed inside her coat pocket until the front door of her house - or rather, her parents' house which they had spent a fortune on - snapped back into place behind her with a gentle thud.<br/><br/>Now she would experience Thomsen's latest creation.<br/><br/>Without delay she climbed the stairs to her room and plugged the game into her Tom laptop. The download went surprisingly fast and before she knew it, Cecille was already creating her character for her virtual adventure. Having little experience with games, she stuck close to what she knew and tried to create a class that somewhat resembled herself. A rushing sensation overcame her as she finished her application, and once her eyes had adjusted she was no longer sitting behind her computer, but somewhere completely different.<br/><br/>""Where...am I?"" She asked, as if expecting someone to pop up and answer her question. Before paying closer attention to her surroundings, though, Cecille's gaze first fixed itself on her new garments. These were her character's clothes. She couldn't believe it. The touch of fabric on her skin and the gentle breeze that blew through her hair felt so real that she had trouble believing what had just transpired.<br/><br/>This wasn't just any videogame after all."
11418,"VRO: The Fate of the Multiverse [IC/Open, a VR RP]",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323260,2014-12-12T19:00:00,The Templar High Council,"Aiden appeared in the forest donning his Red Mage attire and sword. ""Dang, these graphics are<span style=""font-style: italic"">nice</span>!"" Were his first words as he admired the landscape. This caused him to miss the girl leaving, but evidently it didn't matter to him, as Aiden continued to examine the game world with awe.<br/><br/>""We're in VRO!"" Aiden gleefully said to the confused girl. ""This is simply amazing, all the work it must've taken to get even a demo running. Not even a demo of this game, just a VR demo. God..."" And he was back to talking to himself. Great."
11419,"VRO: The Fate of the Multiverse [IC/Open, a VR RP]",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323260,2014-12-14T11:17:00,The Starlight,"Dallen was using his sonic screwdriver to fix one of his robots, who had been injured in a battle with Evan's minions. Hearing the beeping noise of one of his many robots, he walked to the control room. Observing the screen, it seemed like his guests, or at least some of them had arrived. It wouldn't be polite to not greet them, plus, he didn't want Evan to find them first. Tossing his sonic screwdriver in the air, he tucked it into his inside pocket of his coat, and then gathered his sword. Belting it in its sheath to his side, he walked out, of his mountain base. It slightly resembled Erebor, and Dallen had been able to blast enough space to form his base in the heart of the mountain. Unfortunately, he had not found an Arkenstone in the heart of the mountain, but that was unimportant. He walked into the dark forest, estimating that he would reach the location of his guests in 5 minutes, as it was a quite short walk from the mountain, through the forest and to the plain."
11420,"VRO: The Fate of the Multiverse [IC/Open, a VR RP]",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323260,2014-12-21T20:00:00,The Republic of Atria,"Kilian finished modeling his character as much to the extent as the game would let him, which was quite extensive. His character looked just like Darkseid. Though he was intending to be far far more benevolent than Darkseid ever was. ""Alright! Let's get this game started and show the multiverse just how powerful I, and by that I mean my Darkseid Doppelganger, how awesome I am at video games."" He said and logged in. Though what he was expecting was that the computer would start the game, but instead he found himself standing before a large forest with what seemed like a smokey mountain in the background. Upon looking down at himself, he found that he looked like that character he customized, which mafde him breathe a sigh of relief that he didn't make his character as ugly as possible. He saw some of the other players. ""Well now. I get the feeling we're supposed to go into the spooky woods, despite my knowledge of horror movies telling me that is the exact place you DON'T want to go."""
11421,"VRO: The Fate of the Multiverse [IC/Open, a VR RP]",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323260,2014-12-21T20:24:00,The Templar High Council,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Republic of Atria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323260&amp;p=22874156#p22874156"">wrote</a>:</cite>Kilian finished modeling his character as much to the extent as the game would let him, which was quite extensive. His character looked just like Darkseid. Though he was intending to be far far more benevolent than Darkseid ever was. ""Alright! Let's get this game started and show the multiverse just how powerful I, and by that I mean my Darkseid Doppelganger, how awesome I am at video games."" He said and logged in. Though what he was expecting was that the computer would start the game, but instead he found himself standing before a large forest with what seemed like a smokey mountain in the background. Upon looking down at himself, he found that he looked like that character he customized, which mafde him breathe a sigh of relief that he didn't make his character as ugly as possible. He saw some of the other players. ""Well now. I get the feeling we're supposed to go into the spooky woods, despite my knowledge of horror movies telling me that is the exact place you DON'T want to go.""</div></blockquote><br/>""We COULD go into the creepy woods. Someone went in right before I spawned, and she wouldn't turn around. And then there's that girl."" Aiden gestured at Orlaith, unknown to him so far, as he spoke. ""Where are manners? My name's Aiden."" The shorter mage extended his hand to the gigantic man, unperturbed by his stature."
11422,"VRO: The Fate of the Multiverse [IC/Open, a VR RP]",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323260,2014-12-21T21:02:00,The Republic of Atria,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Templar High Council <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323260&amp;p=22874357#p22874357"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Republic of Atria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323260&amp;p=22874156#p22874156"">wrote</a>:</cite>Kilian finished modeling his character as much to the extent as the game would let him, which was quite extensive. His character looked just like Darkseid. Though he was intending to be far far more benevolent than Darkseid ever was. ""Alright! Let's get this game started and show the multiverse just how powerful I, and by that I mean my Darkseid Doppelganger, how awesome I am at video games."" He said and logged in. Though what he was expecting was that the computer would start the game, but instead he found himself standing before a large forest with what seemed like a smokey mountain in the background. Upon looking down at himself, he found that he looked like that character he customized, which mafde him breathe a sigh of relief that he didn't make his character as ugly as possible. He saw some of the other players. ""Well now. I get the feeling we're supposed to go into the spooky woods, despite my knowledge of horror movies telling me that is the exact place you DON'T want to go.""</div></blockquote><br/>""We COULD go into the creepy woods. Someone went in right before I spawned, and she wouldn't turn around. And then there's that girl."" Aiden gestured at Orlaith, unknown to him so far, as he spoke. ""Where are manners? My name's Aiden."" The shorter mage extended his hand to the gigantic man, unperturbed by his stature.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Kilian shook the man's hand. ""I'm Kilian."" He says. ""You look like some kind of magic guy. Well, it would make sense that we work together. I get their attention being big, and you zap em while they're eating my face. Whatever they are actually. So, we doing the buddy team for the venture in the woods that say do not enter, but we're going to enter anyways because reverse psychology."" He says in a quite cheerful mood which was rather strange for his stone-faced behemoth like appearance."
11423,"VRO: The Fate of the Multiverse [IC/Open, a VR RP]",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323260,2014-12-21T21:29:00,The Templar High Council,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Republic of Atria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323260&amp;p=22874794#p22874794"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Templar High Council <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323260&amp;p=22874357#p22874357"">wrote</a>:</cite>""We COULD go into the creepy woods. Someone went in right before I spawned, and she wouldn't turn around. And then there's that girl."" Aiden gestured at Orlaith, unknown to him so far, as he spoke. ""Where are manners? My name's Aiden."" The shorter mage extended his hand to the gigantic man, unperturbed by his stature.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Kilian shook the man's hand. ""I'm Kilian."" He says. ""You look like some kind of magic guy. Well, it would make sense that we work together. I get their attention being big, and you zap em while they're eating my face. Whatever they are actually. So, we doing the buddy team for the venture in the woods that say do not enter, but we're going to enter anyways because reverse psychology."" He says in a quite cheerful mood which was rather strange for his stone-faced behemoth like appearance.</div></blockquote><br/>Sounds like a plan. On both accounts. But I do have a sword."" Just to show the truthfulness of his words, Aiden drew the sword from his hip. On a side note, his staff sat on his back, pointing up above his shoulder.<br/><br/>""But magic's cooler. Those particle effects.<span style=""font-style: italic"">So good.</span>"" He replaced his sword and gestured to the forest. ""Lead the way, Tank. Squishy little me will stay back here."" Then Aiden remembered the other girl, Orlaith. ""Hey miss, you wanna come with? Bigger groups are usually safer."
11424,"VRO: The Fate of the Multiverse [IC/Open, a VR RP]",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323260,2014-12-21T21:47:00,Nuxipal,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Orlaith Valken<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Unknown World</span></span><br/><br/>As other players appeared Orlaith stopped and turned around. ""Well, I figured that we go into the woods because that is the only thing around here. Its either woods or flatlands as far as the horizon."" She walked back towards Kilian and Aiden. ""My name is Orlaith"" she said as she was finally standing next to the other two. She was looking up at what she presumed was a warrior type of character. ""I'll definitely come along. I don't believe that I'd survive a stand up fight too well at any rate."" She sticks her staff in the ground to stretch out her arm for a bit. She looks down and sees the grass dying, ""Crap!"" she exclaims pulling the staff back out of the ground. ""Well, I guess I have to carry this thing the whole time.""<br/><br/>She prepared to follow the larger fellow into the woods while standing somewhat close to the other magic user. She knew the character type she had would need some protecting early on and these guys seemed to fit the bill as protectors."
11425,"VRO: The Fate of the Multiverse [IC/Open, a VR RP]",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323260,2014-12-21T21:51:00,The Republic of Atria,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Templar High Council <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323260&amp;p=22875009#p22875009"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Republic of Atria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323260&amp;p=22874794#p22874794"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Kilian shook the man's hand. ""I'm Kilian."" He says. ""You look like some kind of magic guy. Well, it would make sense that we work together. I get their attention being big, and you zap em while they're eating my face. Whatever they are actually. So, we doing the buddy team for the venture in the woods that say do not enter, but we're going to enter anyways because reverse psychology."" He says in a quite cheerful mood which was rather strange for his stone-faced behemoth like appearance.</div></blockquote><br/>Sounds like a plan. On both accounts. But I do have a sword."" Just to show the truthfulness of his words, Aiden drew the sword from his hip. On a side note, his staff sat on his back, pointing up above his shoulder.<br/><br/>""But magic's cooler. Those particle effects. <span style=""font-style: italic"">So good.</span>"" He replaced his sword and gestured to the forest. ""Lead the way, Tank. Squishy little me will stay back here."" Then Aiden remembered the other girl, Orlaith. ""Hey miss, you wanna come with? Bigger groups are usually safer.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""I don't have much in the way of magic, but I do have some laser eyes!"" He says and his eyes give off a red smoke. ""They've got some cool ass particle effects. It almost looks real."" He says and looks at the female player. ""By my guess, I'm assuming necromancy of some sort."" He says tp her. ""Partying up is always a good idea. Strength in numbers. And just plain regular strength."" He says showing off his right arm. ""We're off to see the techno-wizard, the techno-wizard of VRO..."""
11426,"VRO: The Fate of the Multiverse [IC/Open, a VR RP]",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323260,2014-12-21T22:35:00,The Templar High Council,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Republic of Atria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323260&amp;p=22875215#p22875215"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Templar High Council <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323260&amp;p=22875009#p22875009"">wrote</a>:</cite>Sounds like a plan. On both accounts. But I do have a sword."" Just to show the truthfulness of his words, Aiden drew the sword from his hip. On a side note, his staff sat on his back, pointing up above his shoulder.<br/><br/>""But magic's cooler. Those particle effects. <span style=""font-style: italic"">So good.</span>"" He replaced his sword and gestured to the forest. ""Lead the way, Tank. Squishy little me will stay back here."" Then Aiden remembered the other girl, Orlaith. ""Hey miss, you wanna come with? Bigger groups are usually safer.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""I don't have much in the way of magic, but I do have some laser eyes!"" He says and his eyes give off a red smoke. ""They've got some cool ass particle effects. It almost looks real."" He says and looks at the female player. ""By my guess, I'm assuming necromancy of some sort."" He says tp her. ""Partying up is always a good idea. Strength in numbers. And just plain regular strength."" He says showing off his right arm. ""We're off to see the techno-wizard, the techno-wizard of VRO...""</div></blockquote><br/>""Oh great. If we're in Oz, I call dibs on the Scarecrow. He cracked me up as a kid. And that means... YOU'RE the Tin Man,"" He pointed at Killian. ""Because iron is tank-y. And YOU,"" pointing at Orlaith, ""must be the lion, because you're the squishiest of us all.""<br/><br/>With that, Aiden set out after Killian. Thanks to the big guy, the song from Oz was stuck in his head. And now he was humming it.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Fantastic.</span>"
11427,"VRO: The Fate of the Multiverse [IC/Open, a VR RP]",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323260,2014-12-21T22:50:00,Nuxipal,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Templar High Council <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323260&amp;p=22875784#p22875784"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Republic of Atria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323260&amp;p=22875215#p22875215"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""I don't have much in the way of magic, but I do have some laser eyes!"" He says and his eyes give off a red smoke. ""They've got some cool ass particle effects. It almost looks real."" He says and looks at the female player. ""By my guess, I'm assuming necromancy of some sort."" He says tp her. ""Partying up is always a good idea. Strength in numbers. And just plain regular strength."" He says showing off his right arm. ""We're off to see the techno-wizard, the techno-wizard of VRO...""</div></blockquote><br/>""Oh great. If we're in Oz, I call dibs on the Scarecrow. He cracked me up as a kid. And that means... YOU'RE the Tin Man,"" He pointed at Killian. ""Because iron is tank-y. And YOU,"" pointing at Orlaith, ""must be the lion, because you're the squishiest of us all.""<br/><br/>With that, Aiden set out after Killian. Thanks to the big guy, the song from Oz was stuck in his head. And now he was humming it. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Fantastic.</span></div></blockquote><br/><br/>The other two were singing and humming the Wizard of Oz song now. It was almost torture, but if she wanted to survive in the dark forest, then she would have to suffer through it without succumbing to its catchyness. ""I did pick the Necromancer option. It was surprisingly well hidden on the character creation system. There wasn't a whole lot of information on what to expect to do as a necromancer, which makes me think it may have been left off of the main creation menu on purpose. Either way, we really, really need to get to whatever is making the smoke on the other side of the forest. Where there is smoke, there is fire. Where there is fire, there is civilization. I am hoping to find some kind of village over there. I need to get some more clothes, this set is being held together by either magic, sharpened bones, or a bit of both.""<br/><br/>She looked down at the outfit. It was revealing, but there was a feel of mystic energy flowing from it. As the group was walking together, Orlaith immediately noticed how slow Kilian was.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Well that will slow us down</span>she thought to herself as she started walking slower so that she didn't outpace the giant of a man, who in all rights should be moving faster than her from the length of his legs alone."
11428,"VRO: The Fate of the Multiverse [IC/Open, a VR RP]",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323260,2014-12-22T08:47:00,Apto,"The wind had stopped howling and the skies stopped crying. A pity, Selene liked it whenever it seemed like there was a storm outside of the comforts of her home. It made her feel poetic, as if she was the main character of a movie. Moving on from her thoughts, the girl took note of the backs of the rapidly forming group of people, a adventuring party from the looks of it. Were they NPCs or PCs?<br/><br/>Then again, did it matter? No, of course not. As long as she gets to play and relieve some stress then Selene wouldn't gripe about the multiplayer, or lack thereof, of this game.<br/><br/>Taking stock of her appearance, particularly the amazingly beautiful hat of hers, Selene decided that walking up to the group and asking 'Hey, can I join?' wouldn't be as fun as trying to stalk the group undetected while wearing colorful clothing. Problem was, there wasn't much to hide in with the whole place being a wide, open plain when it wasn't a giant, spooky forest.<br/><br/>The girl sat, Indian style, while the group of misfits were talking to themselves. A quick ""Right."" escaped her lips as she stood up again and trailed the group of people. She made sure to keep her distance and hoped the impromptu adventurers would be too busy talking to each other to notice her."
11429,"VRO: The Fate of the Multiverse [IC/Open, a VR RP]",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323260,2014-12-22T09:26:00,The Republic of Atria,"Kilian quickly realized he was quite slow. ""Okay... Maybe I should have put more points into walking speed... Oh well, I'm sure I can do that when we level up. I really hope I can do that or this is going to get annoying."" He says. ""Oh well. Price of being a juggernaut I suppose. The more the merrier!"" Kilian said to the new arrival as he trudged along with everyone else who didn't seem to have the same problems walking as he did."
11430,"VRO: The Fate of the Multiverse [IC/Open, a VR RP]",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323260,2014-12-22T09:43:00,Nuxipal,"Laughing at the giant of a man, ""Yeah, for being so big you should get some sort of speed bonus from leg length alone."" She shouldn't talk too much though, as far as movement speed was concerned, she was only average. She had focused on increasing her death magic abilities, not her speed or physical attributes. Fortunately, the game filled out at least SOME physical attributes for her. When Kilian said the more the merrier she had to look around a bit. ""I don't see who you are talking about. It's just us three. Come on, there are sure to be monsters in the forest there. We probably should get some practice in before other players start showing up and getting better than us.""<br/><br/>Orlaith was really eager to try out her character's skills. Particularly the raise dead portion of it. She had so many things she wanted to try and so far the only thing she had done was accidentally kill some grass."
11431,"VRO: The Fate of the Multiverse [IC/Open, a VR RP]",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323260,2014-12-22T12:44:00,The Starlight,"The first they heard was a clear whistling note, after which followed the Shire theme. It was whistled beautifully, and the trees seemed to sway, the sparrows began to take up the melody and the dark forest seemed lighter and more cheerful than before. As the group walked, marveling, the whistling stopped, and the whistler had apparently stopped to listen to the birds carrying on the melody. Just up ahead of them was a man. He was garbed in a purple coat, which went down just above his knees. It was apparent that he was the whistler, and he appeared to be in his own little word as he led the gathered sparrows into melody once again. Hearing the footsteps, he swirled, a device grabbed out of his coat pocket and pointed at them. The device was small, but thick, and when the man started to press the button, a green glow was seen, along with a small sound. Realizing that these were his guests, he returned the sonic screwdriver to his pocket and smiled broadly. ""Welcome, guests, to Virtual Reality Online! I'm Dallen Thomsen, as you probably know. Though it appears like we are missing a few more people we shall begin."""
11432,"VRO: The Fate of the Multiverse [IC/Open, a VR RP]",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323260,2014-12-22T20:57:00,Esternial,"While the other players gathered, Cecille was mostly preoccupied with the world around her. It felt as if the border between this virtual world and reality had been reduced to a translucent veil. Wind blowing through her hair, the fresh scent of nature around her, it all felt so real, so tangible. Her lips curled into a smile as the girl closed her eyes and listened. The attention to detail that had been put into this world was magnificent; exactly what you'd expect from Thomsen. The man always raised impossible expectations and met them despite all odds.<br/><br/>After she had spent enough time admiring the virtual world, Cecille turned around, only to find that the others had abandoned her and were off to navigate the woods nearby. Her smile turned sour and her eyebrows sunk. Nobody even bothered asking her to tag along. Sure, she was caught up in her daydreaming, but they could have bothered to ask her, at the very least.<br/><br/>In the corner of her eye, she could barely glance a figure vanishing into the forest and immediately went in pursuit, but stopped after only a few paces as she felt the scabbard of her sword danced along her hip. Her hand touched the hilt, wrapped in leather to provide more grip, and with a firm pull she pulled the sword from its sheath. The steel weight was heavier than what she was used to, and her strength stat barely managed to keep her arm steady. It was a decent starter weapon, but eventually she would have to find something lighter.<br/><br/>After placing the sword back in its sheath, Cecille resumed her chase and began to run once more.<br/><br/>To her own amazement, her movements felt so natural, though - because she had invested so much in her speed stat - closing the distance felt almost effortless; in reality she hardly had the physique to run for this fast for this long.<br/><br/>It only took her a few moments to reach the strange figure. Whomever it was, it had taken an interest in the other three players. Though she knew discretion was the better part of valor, Cecille decided to pay no mind to her own objections and lunged towards her prey, filled with - perhaps misplaced - overconfidence after discovering the perks of her virtual body.<br/><br/>There wasn't a doubt that Cecille's speed was her greatest perk, but in this case it would also be her downfall...literally.<br/><br/>Be it a matter of misplaced footing or simply an over-eager girl, Cecille truly lunged at the girl in front of her: Selene. The oddly-clothed girl was focused on stalking the other three players and remaining hidden from their detection that, once Cecille tripped and screamed, the future was already etched in stone.<br/><br/>As ungraceful as she possibly could, Cecille bumped into Selene's back and pushed both of them out of cover. If that wasn't enough, she also let out a painful yelp as her face made intimate contact with Selene's back; it was a sound not unlike that of off as a small four-legged pooch."
11433,"VRO: The Fate of the Multiverse [IC/Open, a VR RP]",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323260,2014-12-23T20:28:00,Nuxipal,"Not only was the appearance of the creator out of the thin air a surprise, then from behind them, two girls fell out of cover and into the open with a yelp. Too distracted to say anything to Dallen she puts her staff up and points it towards the two girls who appeared suddenly, ""Heads up behind us. Two girls just fell out onto the path"" A small green orb started forming at the end of her staff as she prepared a spell in case the two started trying to attack them, ""Who are you guys? I didn't see either of you spawn in when I was back that way.""<br/><br/>She kept herself between Dallen and the two strangers as if to try and protect him."
11434,"VRO: The Fate of the Multiverse [IC/Open, a VR RP]",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323260,2014-12-23T22:16:00,The Templar High Council,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Starlight <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323260&amp;p=22881393#p22881393"">wrote</a>:</cite>The first they heard was a clear whistling note, after which followed the Shire theme. It was whistled beautifully, and the trees seemed to sway, the sparrows began to take up the melody and the dark forest seemed lighter and more cheerful than before. As the group walked, marveling, the whistling stopped, and the whistler had apparently stopped to listen to the birds carrying on the melody. Just up ahead of them was a man. He was garbed in a purple coat, which went down just above his knees. It was apparent that he was the whistler, and he appeared to be in his own little word as he led the gathered sparrows into melody once again. Hearing the footsteps, he swirled, a device grabbed out of his coat pocket and pointed at them. The device was small, but thick, and when the man started to press the button, a green glow was seen, along with a small sound. Realizing that these were his guests, he returned the sonic screwdriver to his pocket and smiled broadly. ""Welcome, guests, to Virtual Reality Online! I'm Dallen Thomsen, as you probably know. Though it appears like we are missing a few more people we shall begin.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Holy. Shit. No freakin way! Dallen Thomas?"" Aiden might have fainted if this weren't a game, and if he weren't too excited to care. ""Dude, you're kinda my idol. You're only 2 years older than me and already so freakin awesome!"" Aiden reached for Dallen's hand to shake, but then paused because of his continued awe. He didn't even notice the girls behind him, he was so enamored."
11435,"VRO: The Fate of the Multiverse [IC/Open, a VR RP]",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323260,2014-12-25T07:20:00,Apto,"The Wizard of Oz wasn't something Selene was terribly familiar with. The only exposure she had with the tale was that one play by some foreign artists her school hired as part of their annual field trips. It was quite memorable so she found herself unconsciously humming along with someone from the party when she whispered ""So far so good..."" to herself.<br/><br/>The woods, while creepy looking, did provide for some excellent cover compared to the open plain that she was originally forced to trudge through. She raised an eyebrow as the woods seemed to grow warmer and livelier, and a different but still familiar tune invaded her ears. Selene couldn't quite remember what the tune was called nor where she heard it from but she was sure it didn't matter, especially now that something bumped rather violently onto her back.<br/><br/>Selene screamed as she landed face first onto the ground. Looking up in annoyance, she took note of the mage's scandolous clothes and would have said something if it weren't for the position she was in.<br/><br/>If Selene was a boy she would feel lucky. After all, she was looking up at a girl wearing clothes that would get you fined for public indeceny while another girl, who she guessed to be rather cute if the sound she made was anything to go by, was lying in an undignified heap with her but since she wasn't a hormonal teenage boy all she felt right now was a strange mix of annoyance and amusement.<br/><br/>""Peace?"""
11436,"VRO: The Fate of the Multiverse [IC/Open, a VR RP]",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323260,2015-01-02T17:13:00,The Starlight,"Dallen shook Aiden's hand. ""Nice to meet you,"" he said. ""So, what do you think about the virtual reality?"" Dallen asked everyone, waving a hand around. It's been performing quite well. He peeked around Orlaith at the two girls. ""It's alright,"" Dallen said to Orlaith, ""they must have simply been a bit late. ""Well, welcome, ladies. Perhaps we should get out of this forest, the darkness of it makes it a bit creepy, wouldn't you say? You don't know what's lurking in the shadows. Anyway, I'll show you to my base, and then, we can begin."" Dallen said."
11437,"VRO: The Fate of the Multiverse [IC/Open, a VR RP]",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323260,2015-01-06T21:16:00,The Templar High Council,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Starlight <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323260&amp;p=23002579#p23002579"">wrote</a>:</cite>Dallen shook Aiden's hand. ""Nice to meet you,"" he said. ""So, what do you think about the virtual reality?"" Dallen asked everyone, waving a hand around. It's been performing quite well. He peeked around Orlaith at the two girls. ""It's alright,"" Dallen said to Orlaith, ""they must have simply been a bit late. ""Well, welcome, ladies. Perhaps we should get out of this forest, the darkness of it makes it a bit creepy, wouldn't you say? You don't know what's lurking in the shadows. Anyway, I'll show you to my base, and then, we can begin."" Dallen said.</div></blockquote><br/>""It's... awesome."" Aiden stammered out. ""Just thinking that it's possible to make something like this with today's technology is... unreal."" He firmly grasped Dallen's hand and shook it hard.<br/><br/>""Yeah... let's go. Your base has got to be at least as cool as this world."" Aiden touched the brim of his hat, and resumed walking."
11438,"VRO: The Fate of the Multiverse [IC/Open, a VR RP]",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323260,2015-01-09T06:39:00,Apto,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Starlight <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323260&amp;p=23002579#p23002579"">wrote</a>:</cite>Dallen shook Aiden's hand. ""Nice to meet you,"" he said. ""So, what do you think about the virtual reality?"" Dallen asked everyone, waving a hand around. It's been performing quite well. He peeked around Orlaith at the two girls. ""It's alright,"" Dallen said to Orlaith, ""they must have simply been a bit late. ""Well, welcome, ladies. Perhaps we should get out of this forest, the darkness of it makes it a bit creepy, wouldn't you say? You don't know what's lurking in the shadows. Anyway, I'll show you to my base, and then, we can begin."" Dallen said.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Listen to the big guy Orlaith."" Selene spoke as she stood up from her position, unintentionally elbowing Cecille in the process. Dusting herself clean, the gunwoman(girl?) unslung her bowgun from her shoulder and inspected the mechanical contraption. With a sigh of relief she grabbed a magazine from one of her pouches and quickly loaded it into her bowgun.<br/><br/>Turning to look at Dallen and the kid who could be best described as currently worshipping the prodigy, Selene spoke ""Lead the way then."""
11439,"VRO: The Fate of the Multiverse [IC/Open, a VR RP]",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323260&start=25,2015-01-09T14:25:00,Nuxipal,"Orlaith stood down. She had to respect what Dallen said, it was his world afterall. Not like there was anyone else around that held anywhere near his power. ""Very well, I think it would be a good idea for us to get to a safe place, I don't think any of us are half ready to face any kind of challenge here."" Her staff was no longer pointed at the two girls who had approached, but the energy drawn to its tip did not vanish. ""Hmm, so Dallen.. what happens to spells that you start casting, but just sort of..."" she searches for a word to describe what she did, "".. save? Put on hold? Something like that... either way, its kinda just sitting there at the end of my staff now."" She waved it towards the dark forest, but unsurprisingly, it didn't provide even the faintest bit of light to illuminate the darkness."
11440,"VRO: The Fate of the Multiverse [IC/Open, a VR RP]",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323260&start=25,2015-01-13T18:42:00,The Starlight,"OOC: Sorry, completely forgot to keep us moving<br/><br/>Dallen turned to Orlaith, ""Your spell will remain within your staff, and you will be able to cast it anytime you wish. However, if you wait too long, the magic will begin to fade and degrade, and you will have to consciously expend more mana to keep the spell on your staff. Depending on the strength of the spell, it could be anywhere from 10 minutes for a strong spell and 1 hour for a weaker one. Does that answer your question?"" he asked. ""We can talk more while we go, we should go before it gets too dark."" Using his sonic screwdriver with the sound disabled, Dallen used it as a flashlight.'<br/><br/>After around 10 minutes of walking, they made it out of the dark forest without incident. There before them, was Dallen's base, Denarta, it was called. Dallen led them to the front of the mountain, where a robotic eye popped out of stone and iris scanned Dallen. Next, his weight, voice, height, appearance and heartbeat were tested, after which the door opened, a electronic voice saying, ""Welcome back, Dallen."" Right in front of them was a railing and when they looked down, they saw Dallen's hub, with computers, weaponry, robots, food and several monitors, displaying their current location and world."
11441,The World of Pokemon (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323340,2014-12-11T17:39:00,Acroticus,"OOC:<a class=""postlink-local"" href=""http://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?ns=1&amp;f=31&amp;t=323204&amp;p=22751500#p22751500"">viewtopic.php?ns=1&amp;f=31&amp;t=323204&amp;p=22751500#p22751500</a><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Welcome, to the wondrous world of Pokemon! </span><br/><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://17f0418678386b4e6860-e4f9fcd924b589d19bf6ccc2802ea9aa.r66.cf1.rackcdn.com/526b29f897b14fdfd293dea47ffd726f1e1c6aad.jpg__576x480_q85.jpg""/></div><br/><br/>This RP will be a little different than my previous ones, so please read the rules carefully. Hopefully the new rules will be successful in making a fun and long lasting RP!<br/><br/>1) You may start with almost whatever pokemon you like, and as many as you like! If you want to be a previous champion of some pokemon league, with all fully evolved pokemon and 100 of them, then you may. If you would like to start with a single baby bidoof, you may as well!<br/><br/>2) You may<span style=""font-weight: bold"">NOT</span>start with a Legendary Pokemon! That includes the legendary birds, the dogs, Celebi, Latios and Latias, Manaphy and all the others (no bending this rule).<br/><br/>3) You may play as any character you would like; please feel free to have your player not to be a trainer. If you want to be a pokemon breeder, go ahead. If you would like to be a nurse at one of the pokemon centers, feel free.<br/><br/>4)<span style=""font-weight: bold"">If you would like to be a gym leader you must ask me or a CO-Op!!!</span><br/><br/>5) You will be RPing your story in this RP; you will RP the pokemon you find, as well as whatever NPC trainers you like. If you would like to randomize the pokemon you find, here is a generator that I like:<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://pyrotoz.com/"" rel=""nofollow"">http://pyrotoz.com/</a><br/><br/>6) You may not RP encounters with Legendary Pokemon! Only me and the CO-Ops can do this<br/><br/>7) We are starting with only one character per person, for now at least.<span style=""font-style: italic"">EDIT: This rule has been changed! If you would like to have an NPC(controlled by you) follow you, you may! Just post another app!</span><br/><br/><img alt=""8)"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_cool.gif"" title=""Cool""/>Let us make this as realistic as possible (according to the SHOW). What I mean is this: Not all pokemon who are able to evolve; this means that, for the purposes of this RP, a high level, low evolved pokemon could take on the higher evolved pokemon. Do not assume that because your pokemon are more fully evolved, they are stronger than your opponents.<br/><br/>9) Also, please take your time walking from city to city; remember, it takes a long time to move short distances on the map! Do not post an entire trip from one city to another in one post! It should probably be closer to three at least! I will enforce this rule if necessary.<br/><br/>10) Certain events will be controlled by me and the Co-Ops, and we have the power to screw with your character however we like<img alt="":p"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_tongue.gif"" title=""Razz""/>(to a point, at least). This means team rocket attacks (or any other team for that matter), legendary pokemon sightings, and anything else that we feel like making happen.<br/><br/>11) Please be nice. We are all trying to have fun here, and any not so nice behavior will be called out by me!<br/><br/>12) No meta-gaming, no godmodding, no trolling, no spamming; this may become a bit more competitive if we can reach the Pokemon League, so please no unfair play.<br/><br/>13) We are RPing in a new region called the Harvor Region; this region contains pokemon from all the regions, and can be seen in a map below!<br/><br/>14) There will be no Mega-evolutions.... at least for now<br/><br/>If You are unsure about anything please ask me or a Co-Op!<br/><br/>That was many rules... I may add more if I forgot anything<img alt="":p"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_tongue.gif"" title=""Razz""/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Harvor Region</span><br/><br/><br/><span style=""color: #00BF00"">Amythyst City</span><br/>Terror Forrest<br/><span style=""color: #0080FF"">Malachite Town</span><br/>Hazel Fields<br/><span style=""color: #FFFF00"">Grullo City</span><br/>Arrite Forest<br/>Harle Village<br/>Chara Dessert<br/><span style=""color: #FFBF00"">Oasis Town</span><br/><span style=""color: #800000"">Eucalypse City</span><br/>Darkridge Mountain Range<br/>Herracross Town<br/>Bugfield Forest<br/><span style=""color: #8040FF"">Kani Town</span><br/><span style=""color: #00BFFF"">Aqua Island</span>(Must travel by water)<br/>Sludge City<br/><br/>Cities that are colors have gyms corresponding to their types.<br/><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i79.servimg.com/u/f79/16/89/70/45/map_pk10.jpg""/>"
11442,The World of Pokemon (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323340,2014-12-12T00:40:00,Canis Rex,"Nature never ceased to amaze him. It was barely past morning and the sun still hadn't cleared the top of the Darkridge mountains, casting its rays in long streaks of pale light that made each peak stand out as a silhouette. It all seemed more etheral than real. More shadow than substance.<br/>"" It's beautiful, isn't it? Samael awed.<br/>He stood at the base of the mountain range with his faithful Absol, running his fingers through her fur. She cooed and leaned to him in response. He got the idea and hugged her back. They had just arrived and were looking for the easiest path to start up. Absol nodded her head in a direction and Samael saw what she did. The dirt of the path looked a little loose but it wasn't steep and would probably offer the easiest travel without climbing. ""Good eye girl"" he praised and they started walking, both excited for what they could find here."
11443,The World of Pokemon (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323340,2014-12-12T13:54:00,Acroticus,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Just Outside of Seafrost Harbor, Harvor Region</span><br/><br/>Jacob and Kevin sat on the boat. It was very cold; the heavy wind bit their faces as it rocked their tiny boat back and forth. They were lucky to have found a boat going to Seafrost Harbor; there were not many that did. Still, Jacob wished it wasn’t so cold. He had little choice but to keep his pokemon inside their pokeballs. There was no need for them to suffer as well. Jacob looked over the bow of the tiny wooden boat at Seafrost Harbor. He could see the lights coming from the few buildings across the water. Jacob had never been to the Harvor region before, but he was very excited to begin.<br/><br/>“Well, I guess we’ll be starting again soon,” Kevin began to speak. “Not going to be many bug types around here; it’s too cold.”<br/><br/>“Yea, I know,” Jacob responded. “But I’ve got to get to Snowridge for the badge. Once we’re done there, we can head to the warmer regions for your bugs.” Kevin sighed as the boat began to pull in to the harbor.<br/><br/>“Let’s stay at the pokemon center tonight, shall we? Tomorrow we can head for Snowridge.” Jacob nodded, as the captain of the ship told them they had arrived.<br/><br/>________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________<br/><br/>Kevin and Jacob sat in the pokemon center, relaxing. It was snowing outside, and they were content to stay where it was warm, inside. Beside them were several of their pokemon: Primeape sat with Mothim, talking; Forretress and Togekiss relaxed in another corner; Escavalier lay far away, sleeping alone. They all spoke around the fire that lay in the center of the room. There was no one else besides them in the room, as most trainers in Harvor had known about the storm and to avoid Seafrost at this time of year.<br/><br/>Jacob and Kevin were reminiscing when they heard the voice of an older man behind them talking to Nurse Joy.<br/><br/>“Joy,” he man began. “Have you seen Erica? I haven’t seen her all day?” Jacob hard the shuffling of shoes.<br/><br/>“No, I’m sorry; I haven’t seen her since yesterday. Have you che-”<br/><br/>“I checked everywhere…” the old man responded out of breath. “I’m really worried about her.”<br/><br/>Jacob looked at Kevin, and Kevin rolled his, uttering a quiet “fine.” Jacob stood and began to speak.<br/><br/>“I’m sorry but I couldn’t help overhearing. You need some help? If someone is caught out in that storm…”<br/><br/>“No I couldn’t ask that of you,” the old man responded. The old man was still out of breath.<br/><br/>“Really, its no problem,” Kevin responded. “Now, who is it you’ve lost?”<br/><br/>“It’s my granddaughter, Erica. She’s always… running round with her pet Zigzagoon. But this time… I’m worried she got lost in the storm! She could be anywhere out there!”<br/><br/>“Don’t worry,” Jacob said as he put on his coat. “We’ll find her.”<br/><br/>“Yea,” Kevin responded, before quietly whispering to Jacob, “or we’ll die trying…”<br/><br/>As they recalled their pokemon and prepared for the trip, Nurse Joy walked over to them.<br/><br/>“Be careful out here. These mountains are dangerous. It’s not just snow and dark out there. I’ve heard more than a few stories of ghosts in those mountains.”<br/><br/>“Don’t worry,” Jacob responded. “We’ll be fine.” Jacob and Kevin headed for the door as the old man thanked them for their help. Immediately as he stepped out into the cold, Jacob immediately regretted the decision. The snow was coming down really heavy, and he could barely see two feet in front of him. Still, he had made a commitment, and he wasn’t going back on it; he could only imagine how scared the little girl must be.<br/><br/>As Kevin and Jacob left the town, they looked back; they couldn’t even see the light coming from the Pokemon Center. But they decided to push forward. A big gust of wind stopped them in their tracks. Jacob turned to shield his face before they pushed forward. He looked ahead; nothing but white snow. He sighed as they forged forward.<br/><br/>It felt like hours before they finally saw something besides snow. A snow covered mountain stood in the middle of the snow. The storm masked the mountain’s height, but Jacob was still happy to see it. Jacob and Kevin rushed to the mountain, which blocked the wind. As they did, they spotted a nearby cave. Together they rushed inside.<br/><br/>“Wow, it’s really horrible out there,” Jacob said as he wiped the snow off his coat.<br/><br/>“Yes, but there’s a good chance the girl we are looking for also took cover in here; hopefully we can find her soon.” Jacob and Kevin looked around, but it was pitch black in the cave. Kevin pulled two flashlights from his backpack and the two of them began their exploration. The cave was much larger than they had thought at first. It led to a narrow path, which Jacob and Kevin decided to follow. The two of them followed the path deeper into the mountain.<br/><br/>Jacob was walking ahead of Kevin when suddenly he fell. As he fell, he realized there was no ground beneath him. He should as he plummeted down further and further. Kevin reacted quickly.<br/>“Go, Vespiquen!” Kevin shouted as he threw his pokeball down towards Jacob. Vespiquen caught Jacob, and flew him down to the bottom of the gorge. “What’s down there?” Kevin yelled.<br/><br/>“Uh… I can’t see anything! I dropped my flashlight!”<br/><br/>“Alright I’ll be down in a sec…” Vespiquen quickly carried Kevin down, and he used the flashlight to look around. They were in a narrow path between two high ledges. They both noticed that it was a bit warmer there, and Jacob even took off his jacket. As Kevin continued exploring with the flashlight, he noticed something: they were not alone. There were in fact three Kabutops starring at them from afar.<br/><br/>“Kabutops?” Kevin asked.<br/><br/>“No,” Jacob replied. “It can’t be…”<br/><br/>“It has to be, look!” The three Kabutops were moving closer and closer. In fact, they were running towards Jacob and Kevin. “What are they doing?” Kevin asked as the pokemon approached. As they did, one of them had a claw that began to glow, before swinging at Kevin with a slash attack. Kevin dived to the side to avoid being hit by the ancient pokemon. “Vespiquen,” Kevin responded. “Use power gem!” Vespiquen’s head began to glow as a beam was fired towards the Kabutops. The ancient pokemon easily dodged; they were very fast. One Kabutops raced forward and slashed at Vespiquen, hitting her and sending her falling backwards.<br/><br/>“Go, Togekiss!” Jacob’s pokemon appeared in front of him. “Togekiss, use flamethrower!” The pokemon fired a beam of flames towards the aggressive ancient pokemon, lighting up the cave for a momment. But they easily dodged again; the flashlight did not provide enough light for good aim.<br/><br/>A Kabutops flew forward, using night slash, and knocking Togekiss to the ground. Meanwhile, another Kabutops slashed at Vespiquen, knocking her into a nearby wall.<br/><br/>“Togekiss, use Aura Sphere!”<br/><br/>“Vespiquen use Confuse Ray!”<br/><br/>Togekiss’s attack missed, as the Kabutops continued dodging around. But Vespiquen’s confuse ray hit its mark, and one of the Kabutops began swinging around wildly and uncontrollably. The Kabutops began to run away as they saw their comrade going mad. As they did, the confused Kabutops snapped out of confusion and, realizing he was alone, followed his friends.<br/><br/>“Well, that was close,” Kevin said as he gave Jacob an angry look. “Let’s try not to find any more angry pokemon, shall we?”"
11444,The World of Pokemon (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323340,2014-12-14T11:19:00,Canis Rex,"It wasn't quite dusk but the sun was low in the sky. Samael and Absol had hiked all day, finding themselves on a plateau with a small pond and some sparse trees.<br/>""Looks like a good place to stop for the night."" The trainer said as Absol helped herself to a drink from their water source. Samael filled his water bottle and after taking a sip reached for one of his poke balls. ""Go Mightyena!""<br/>The pokemon appeared in a flash and instantly pounced on its childhood companion, leaving him on the ground laughing among a flurry of face licks. ""Hey! Come on boy, that tickles.""<br/>He soon regained his feet as Mightyena went to say hello to Absol. The two got along well, since they shared the same watchfulness and protectiveness of their longtime friend. Once greetings were done, Samael informed them that they needed to look for food. He still had a good supply of poke food, but was running low on his own reserves. A couple hours later, after the three finding some nuts and edible plants among the sparse vegetation Samael fed them gave them the rest of the day to explore and play. Come nightfall they huddled together into a familiar arrangement. With Samael laying against Mightyena, Absol curled to his side, and the wolfdog pokemon's tail wrapped around them all like a blanket. The trainer still marveled at his oldest friend's tail. It was longer than the pokemon itself and brought back memories. Even when they were little Samael and Mightyena, at the time still a Poochyena, would fall asleep like this. They had never grown out of it and this remained their nightly routine. They all soon drifted off, unaware of the pair of eyes on them."
11445,The World of Pokemon (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323340,2014-12-14T16:38:00,Acroticus,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Northern Mountains, Harvor Region</span><br/><br/>Kevin sighed before looking up; his eyes had gotten used to the dark now, and he could see the boulders surrounding him. Vespiquen sat beside him, protecting the camp from any possible intruders. Jacob lay besides them sleeping, with Togekiss asleep on top of his torso. Kevin wasn’t sure on the exact time, but he guessed his friend had been sleeping for close to an hour. They would need to continue moving to find their way out of the cave in time to find the missing child. She was running out of time.<br/><br/>“Jacob, let’s move.” Kevin shook his friend awake, and the two of them marched forward, further into the cave. Togekiss flew not far behind them, and Vespiquen remained very close to Kevin. As they approached a turn in the cave, Jacob thought he heard something. He hushed his companions, and took several slow steps forward. Pressing his head against the wall, Jacob listened. He walked from side to side before stepping back.<br/><br/>“Togekiss, use aura sphere!” Togekiss nodded before flying into the air. Throwing his wings in the air, a blue orb appeared in between them. In one swift motion, the blue orb flew from Togekiss’s wings and slammed into the wall in front of Jacob. The cavern filled with smoke, and when it cleared there was a large hole in the wall.<br/><br/>Jacob and Kevin stepped inside and looked around. There, in the center of a small cavern sat a little girl hugging closely a small pokemon. The cavern was very small, with a small hole in the ceiling of the room, not 7 feet of the ground. Jacob looked the girl and her pokemon over; it appeared one had fallen through the hole, and the other jumped in after.<br/><br/>“Hello?” The young girl whispered….<br/>_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________<br/><br/>Jacob, Kevin, and the child, Erica, rushed through the cave. Kevin held the injured Zigzagoon in his arms as the moved. They were trying to reach the end of the cave before they were found again by any other hostile pokemon. As Jacob was trying to remember which direction they had come from, he heard something from behind. He turned to see a wild Kabutops. Then another, and another. They were here again.<br/><br/>Jacob held out his arm and told Kevin to continue onward and get the child and her hurt pokemon out of the cave. Kevin nodded, and rushed away. Jacob reach in his pocket for one of his pokeballs. He threw it, and in a flash of blue, Blastoise appeared in front of him.<br/><br/>“Blastoise, use Hydro Pump!”<br/><br/>“Bla-” the pokemon replied before stomping to the side. Leaning over, the two cannon’s on Blastoise’s back flipped forward. Two powerful streams of water followed. They slammed into the Kabutops, who were all gathered together in the narrow pathway.<br/><br/>One of the Kabutops leapt forward, emerging from the group. Water surrounded the pokemon as he flew forward in an aqua jet attack.<br/><br/>“Blastoise, use protect!” Blastoise nodded. He looked forward as the Kabutops approached and threw out his arms. A blue-green shield surrounded his body, and the wild Kabutops was deflected. “Now, use Flash Cannon!” Blastiose aimed and fired. From the canons on his back came to beams of blue energy, which slammed into the wild Kabutops pushing it to the ground. Blastoise nodded, braggingly.<br/><br/>But then, the other two Kabutops leapt forward. One attacked with a night slash attack, swinging its glowing blade with great speed. Blastoise took one strike and then another. Meanwhile, the other Kabutops surrounded itself with water and flew forward, like its comrade had before. This time, the attack hit its mark. Blastoise was hit, and knocked to the ground.<br/><br/>“Blastoise!” Jacob shouted as Blastoise rose. Jacob was about to give the order for another attack when the third Kabutops, having recovered from the impact of the flash cannon, hit Blastoise with a slash attack, knocking the water pokemon to the ground again. Jacob turned to his side, where Togekiss sat watching anxiously. “Togekiss, help him out. Use Flamethrower!” Togekiss opened its mouth and a beam of fire knocked into one of the Kabutops, sending it flying backwards into a wall.<br/><br/>“Blastoise, use Skull Bash!” Blastoise stood and smashed his head into one of the Kabutops which fell backwards into a boulder, crushing it with the force of impact. “Well done!” There was only one left now. “Blastoise, use Hydro Pump! Togekiss, use Thunder Wave!” Blastoise fired two beams of water from the cannons on his back as Togekiss infused them with electricity. The attack hit, sending the final Kabutops flying up, and then crashing to the ground paralyzed. As the Kabutops struggled to rise it let out a loud cry. Jacob could only watch as three and then four, and then five fresh Kabuto and Kabutops arrived to aid their fallen comrade.<br/><br/>Realizing he was outnumbered Jacob turned away. “Return, Blastoise,” he said as his water pokemon returned to his pokeball. Together, Jacob and Togekiss rushed down the cavern in the opposite direction, with the wild ancient pokemon close behind. The wild pokemon were faster, however, and Jacob could feel them inching their way closer and closer to him. Just then, Jacob felt himself lift off his feet. He soared up into the air out of the reach of the ancient pokemon. He looked up to see Kevin’s Mothim carrying him by his lapel. He breathed a sigh of relief as Mothim lead Togekiss and Jacob to a high ledge in the cavern. Mothim dropped Jacob to the ground beside Kevin and Erica. He was still breathing heavy, so the three of them decided to take a break before returning. Besides, the storm was still going pretty intense as well.<br/><br/>After a short pause, they made their way back into the storm. Kevin carried the injured Zigzagoon, and Jacob made sure they did not lose the young girl. Together, they forged through the heavy snow, heading back to Seafrost Harbor."
11446,The World of Pokemon (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323340,2014-12-15T06:38:00,The Seleucids (Ancient),"For a day Aiko and Aika had been on the road, Starting at Malachite Town their journy had send them to the Hazel fields, an area filled with pokémon. Once they arrived they found themselves a lake to relax, ""Come out boys!"" Aiko said as she threw the pokéballs.<br/>With some white flashes three pokémon appeard; Kangaskhan, Lairon and Tirtouga. This was the very first time that the three where outside of their home in Malachite Town and while they where a bit nervous about it they quickly felt the joy and started to play with one another. It was the exact view that Aiko hoped to see in this trip."
11447,The World of Pokemon (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323340,2014-12-15T13:36:00,Canis Rex,"Morning. Rested and ready to go, Samael( after a final hug and face lick from the pokemon) returned Mightyena to its poke ball and began the mountain trek again. Less than an hour later they found themselves on a slope that Absol easily traversed but that forced Samael to drop to all fours. Their path was intercepted by a object flying towards the trainer which Absol nimbly deflected with a night slash. Both followed the projectile back to its owner. Above them on a craggy outcropping of rock, stood a lone Cubone seeming to stare daggers at Samael. Absol quickly took a stance to defend her friend but he soon realized their terrain and knew their was someone better suited for this fight.<br/>""It's alright girl. I've think I've got someone who can help us.""<br/>With that he tossed a poke ball and out came Gabite. The landshark was going to greet its trainer with a warm smile but then saw and analyzed the situation. Cubone had the high ground and could simply pick its shots with its bone weapon Gabite knew it could easily dig and close the distance. Samael stopped it though.<br/>""Wait. That Cubone' obviously mad about something. If we can find out what you might not have to fight.""<br/>Gabite knew what he was trying to say. He never liked to see a pokemon hurt, even if it was trying to hurt him. Gabite did not have these qualms, but would stay its hand for now. Instead it tried talking to the assailant with several growls and snarls.<br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Why do you attack my friend?</span><br/>The Cubone responded with its own mutterings.""<span style=""font-style: italic"">The human trespasses. He will leave or be struck down.</span>""<br/>Gabite repeated the question. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Why?</span>""<br/>Cubone glared.""<span style=""font-style: italic"">His kind has done enough damage here. But no more</span>""<br/>Gabite glared back. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Explain yourself. What have humans done to you?</span>""<br/>A single tear dropped from the bone mask.""<span style=""font-style: italic"">They took her. My mother. Greedy humans stole her from me! I will never forgive them! I will bring them all down, show them they are not as mighty as they so arrogantly believe!</span>With that, the club was raised and thrown once again. Absol gave a quick mewl to Gabite to signal ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Go! I've got this!</span>Gabite followed, shooting underground while the dark pokemon psycho cut the weapon out of the air.<br/>Gabite emerged behind the Cubone, who's club had not yet returned. It attempted to headbutt the dragon but was caught between its large teeth, tossed in the air, and hit with a dragon claw, knocking it from its perch and down the mountain. Samael saw this and dashed under the bone-wielder to catch it in his arms. Realizing its position the Cubone instantly lashed out, scratching at Samael, who held tight. ""It's okay. It's okay. Whatever's wrong, It'll be okay."" He had saw the tear earlier and though he didn't know the problem he wanted to help the sad pokemon with whatever could make it cry. Absol approached and try to diffuse Cubone. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">It's okay. He won't hurt you. He cares.</span>This shocked it to stillness. It had never met humans save for the ones that took its mother but this one seemed...different. He voice wasn't loud and angry. It was low. Calming. And his pokemon. They protected him, even without his orders. Samael noticed the absence of flailing and set Cubone down, gently asking ""You okay?""<br/>It retrieved its bone club and nodded, turning to the now present Gabite. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Tell your human he may pass. I will trouble him no further.</span>Absol got this and nudged Samael's hip, indicating Cubone's intentions. Samael petted her but didn't budge.<br/>""Cubone, I don't know what hurt you, but I don't want to see you life in misery like this. If you'd like you could come with us. You wouldn't be alone anymore. You'd have a family.""<br/>The pokemon looked up to the human and the to his companions, seeking answers from them. They both nodded ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">He's telling the truth. We are a family. We care for and watch out for each other and he's put himself on the line for each of us at least once.</span><br/>Cubone still wasn't sure about trusting a human but his pokemon seemed to think highly of him and the promise of having the comfort of a family once again was too good to pass up. It nodded stood, consenting to a poke ball that Samael brought up. Seconds later the trio began walking, Samael now on Gabite's back to get over the ever rougher terrain and a smile on his face at bringing happiness to another pokemon."
11448,The World of Pokemon (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323340,2014-12-16T19:07:00,Acroticus,"<span style=""font-style: italic"">“What was that?” Jacob turned around. It was dark; he couldn’t see anything: not even the ground below him. But he could feel it, and he began to run. He had to escape. Faster and faster he ran until something caught his leg, and he dropped to the ground. He looked up, and caught two glowing red eyes staring at him. He froze; Jacob could feel his heart beating heavily. He tried to reach for his pokeballs in his pocket, but he couldn’t move. He could only watch as the red eyes descended on him. They flew towards him approaching closer and closer until… </span><br/><br/>Jacob woke with a start. Breathing heavily, he looked around. Now he remembered: he was at the pokemon center in Seafrost Harbor. Sunlight shined through the window, and Jacob looked at the time; it was nearly midday. He looked over at his friend Kevin who was still asleep. With a soft kick, and then one harder kick, he woke his friend. The two of them packed and, after saying their goodbyes to Nurse Joy, the young Erica and Zigzagoon, and he grandfather, the two of them headed out on the path to Snowridge.<br/><br/>The path was covered in a few feet of fresh snow from the storm the night before, but it was still easier to navigate then it was during the storm. The two of them made slow but steady progress, once again uphill into the mountains. Luckily, according to the map, the majority of the trip would be through valleys within the mountain range, and they could avoid any more large caves or caverns. Jacob wanted to stay in the open now.<br/><br/>After only about an hour and a half of walking, the two boys decided to sit and take a break. Marching uphill in three feet of snow was not an easy thing to do, and the both of them wanted to relax. Jacob found a nearby stone that jutted from the ground, and sat on it to prevent himself from falling deep into the snow. Kevin, meanwhile, climbed a nearby tree and sat on of the branches. He tried to get a good look of the path ahead, but the tree was nowhere near tall enough. The two of them pulled out their lunches and ate.<br/><br/>With lunch over the two of them prepared to move forward. Before they left, however, Jacob had an idea.<br/><br/>“Go, Togekiss,” He said as his pokemon appeared in a blue flash in front of him.<br/><br/>“What’re you doing?” Kevin asked.<br/><br/>“We don’t want to have to walk in this snow all the way to Snowridge do we?” Jacob replied before turning to Togekiss. “Togekiss, use flamethrower!” The pokeman scrunched up his face before releasing a beam of flames that melted a small path for the travelers. Together, they headed off, further into the mountains.<br/><br/><br/><br/>__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Phew!</span>Jacob took a deep breath. He looked behind him at the path they had carved. The sun was already beginning to set, and the sky was covered in pink and orange. Much of the snow had melted away, and walking was becoming much easier, which was good because Togekiss was looking very tired. He had been breathing flames all day in the coldest area of Harvor.<br/><br/>“Togekiss, why don’t you take a rest,” Jacob said as he returned Togekiss to his pokeball. As they reached the top of the mountain they had been climbing, they looked out over the valley. There, in the valley between two mountains, lay a heard of Pokemon. It was a heard mixed of Swinub, Piloswine, and Mamoswine. Jacob took a quick tally and reached a total of 54 pokemon; it was a massive heard. Jacob was watching the pokeon intensely when Kevin tapped him on the shoulder to get his attention.<br/><br/>“What’s that down there?” Kevin asked.<br/><br/>“What?”<br/><br/>“That… over there?” Kevin pointed at a black dot near the bottom of the mountain. Jacob squinted, looking closer.<br/><br/>“I think that’s… a person?” Jacob looked again, but something else caught his eye; there was another one, and another. “Look over there!” Jacob pointed to two other men. “That one has a gun.” Kevin looked quickly back and forth.<br/><br/>“Poachers…” he muttered to himself. “We have to stop them.” Just before Jacob was about to agree Kevin threw out a pokeball and Escavalier appeared. Kevin leapt onto his pokemon’s back and the two of them barreled down the incline towards the poachers. Jacob threw his own pokeball and Flygon appeared. Jacob jumped onto Flygon’s back and they followed Kevin. Jacob yelled on his way down to alert the ice pokemon. He watched as the pokemon looked up before turning, and stampeding in the opposite direction. As Jacob and Kevin reached the bottom of the hill, the three men were waiting for them.<br/><br/>“What did you do that for?” One of the poachers asked. “Jeeze, we’ve been out here all day! We finally find the jackpot and… who do you think you are anyway?” The two other men appeared equally angry.<br/><br/>“Well, we couldn’t very well let you poach these pokemon, eh?” Jacob said, slyly, and Kevin chuckled behind him.<br/><br/>“You dumb kids! We would have been rich! Go, Rhydon!” The big, rock pokemon appeared in front of the men. The other two also sent pokeballs flying, and a Shiftry and a Staraptor appeared next to the Rhydon.<br/><br/>“Alright then,” Kevin sniffed as he tapped Escavalier on the shoulder. “Escavalier, use Giga Impact!” Escavalier flew towards Rhydon, gathering up energy, and looking like a comet as he approached.<br/><br/>“Rhydon, use headbutt!” The pokemon jumped forwards preparing to slam its head into Escavalier. The two pokemon collided, making a small explosion.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, Staraptor flew towards Flygon with a quick attack.<br/><br/>“Flygon, use sand attack!” Sand flew from Flygon’s mouth, slamming into the Staraptor who fell momentarily to the ground.<br/><br/>“Shiftry, use razor leaf!” A group of razor sharp leaves flew towards Flygon from the side.<br/><br/>“Flygon, use Dragonbreath!” Flygon releast a blast of purple and yellow fire that sent burning leaves falling to the ground. “Now, use Earthquake!” Jacob commanded.<br/><br/>“No, don’t!” Kevin screamed, but it was too late. Flygon had slammed into the ground, sending ripples out and knocking Shiftry to the ground. But the shaking continued, and the snow from the surrounding mountains began to shift, before tumbling towards them in the center valley. The poachers immediately recalled their pokemon and ran. Kevin recalled Escavalier and Jacob and Kevin leapt onto Flygon’s back. The pokemon took off, flying as high as he could as fast as he could.<br/><br/>“Wait,” Jacob said. “What’s that?” Kevin looked down and saw a Swinub, slowly trying to make its way away from the approaching avalanche. “Let’s save ‘em!” Jacob said as Flygon shot downwards. The Pokemon flew alongside the slow Swinub, and Jacob grabbed it, pulling it safely onto Flygon’s back before the dragon pokemon flew upwards, dodging the barrage of snow and ice that filled the valley. Jacob held Swinub in his arms and looked the pokemon over. It had a bad leg, but otherwise the pokemon seemed fine.<br/><br/>“Swi, Nub, Swinub,” the pokemon said as the group flew onwards. It seemed as if Swinub had been separated from the rest of the herd because of its hurt leg; when the herd stampeded away, the poor pokemon couldn’t keep up. “Alright, well,” Jacob began, “Let’s take Swinub to the Pokemon Center in Snowridge; hopefully they can fix his leg up.”<br/><br/>“Sounds like a plan…”"
11449,The World of Pokemon (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323340,2014-12-18T14:21:00,Canis Rex,"It was nightfall once again in the mountains. They had made good time today. Samael estimated that he'd be off the mountain in one or two days. He stopped, as did Absol,(Gabite being returned to his poke ball once the paths evened out) and looked around. It wasn't the best place to settle down. The ground was still rough and slightly sloped and there weren't any sources of water or food in sight, but it was probably the best they would get at this point. This was also the perfect opportunity to introduce Cubone to the rest of his group. He brought out all of his pokemon, immediately being pounced on and licked by Mightyena once more, and then Cubone. He clapped loudly to get everyone's attention before speaking.<br/>""Everybody, I'd like to introduce you to the newest member of our family here. This is Cubone."" He announced motioning to the bone-wielder. He continued.<br/>""I'd like everyone to welcome him try to be friends. I know things may not happen immediately but Cubone has given us a chance and I ask that you all do the same."" All of his pokemon, save for Gabite and Absol having already met it, nodded and introduced themselves. Mightyena giving a short happy bark, Beedrill jabbing the air seeming to ask for a sparring match, Houndor simply sniffing the new arrival before finding a place to lay down, and Lairon giving it a nod of approval.<br/>""Alright. If everyone's said hello you're all free to enjoy yourselves as you wish."" Sameal knew it'd been a while since everyone was out at once like this and he intended to let them take advantage. Mightyena began sniffing around, combing the area before coming back to his trainer and bouncing around, indicating he wanted to play, to which Samael and Absol agreed. Cubone accepted Beedrill's sparring offer and found their own spot to battle. Gabite challenged Lairon to a competition of who could bite through the bigger rocks. Houndor walked around and watched everyone with amusement. Once sufficiently tired, the group all bundled together for the night. Samael was once again wrapped up in Mightyena's tail, Cubone felt it was actually loved again, and everyone felt a little closer."
11450,The World of Pokemon (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323340,2014-12-19T09:15:00,Acroticus,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Path to Snowridge</span><br/><br/>With a quick swoop they landed. Jacob, Kevin, and Swinub had been flying on the back of Flygon all night. It was a good chance for them to rest, but poor Flygon was exhausted. Breathing heavy and sweating, Jacob decided that Flygon had had enough.<br/><br/>“Take a rest, Flygon,” he said as Flygon returned to his pokeball. Jacob and Kevin turned to the path ahead. They had to climb over just one more incline, according to the map anyway. And they were not going to wait much longer. Carrying Swinub, Jacob lead the way. The snow was not too deep, and the group did not have difficulty walking forward. They continued their journey, heading towards Snowridge City."
11451,The World of Pokemon (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323340,2014-12-19T14:41:00,Canis Rex,"Afternoon. Samael and Absol stood on the edge of the mountain. They had woken up early, returned pokemon, and hiked all day knowing today would be decision time on where to go next. A scowl formed on Samael's face realizing that any way would pass them close by Kani town.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Accursed place</span><br/>Seeming to read his thoughts, Absol let out a low growl. The trainer reached to stroke her head, calming her.<br/>"" Don't worry girl. I promised we wouldn't go back there.""<br/>He looked around, figuring which direction would put the most distance between them and the memories of Samael's hometown.<br/>""We should head north. It's away from the town and provides plenty of food and water. Plus Beedrill could do some reminiscing where we first met."" A smile curled his lips at the idea. Absol just nodded, still bitter at the people who had wanted to hurt her over some backwards assumptions.<br/>Destination in mind, they started down the mountain."
11452,The World of Pokemon (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323340,2014-12-19T16:08:00,Acroticus,"Kevin sighed. They had been walking for several hours now, and still there was no end in sight. It appeared the trip might take one more day, and he would have to relax again. Kevin was no fan of the cold; being a master of bug types, he generally preferred tropical climates, or at least temperate zones. He knew his pokemon did not like the cold as well, and so he refused to release them, unlike Jacob who immediately released Primeape, Blastoise, and Togekiss upon sitting.<br/><br/>With Togekiss’s help, they started a fire and began to cook their soup. Jacob watched as Primeape sat behind a tree with Togekiss while Blastoise took a nap nearby. Just then, he heard something.<br/><br/>He turned to the bushes behind him, and saw a young man, no older than he, stumble out of them. The young man was breathing heavy, but smiled and looked back, without noticing Jacob, Kevin and the pokemon. Another voice came from the bushes.<br/><br/>“Wait up!” It was a girl’s voice. And then, from the bushes appeared a young girl. She looked to be about the same age as the boy. The boy chuckled before turning towards Jacob and Kevin, and , surprised, took a step back.<br/><br/>“Hello,” Jacob said, smiling.<br/><br/>“Uh, hi…” The young boy said. “I’m Jason, and this is my… friend Sarah.”<br/><br/>“I’m Kevin, and he’s Jacob,” Kevin replied.<br/><br/>“Wait a second…” The young boy said. “Are you two pokemon trainers?” Jacob nodded and Kevin replied in the affirmative. “Really? We are to! Any chance we could have a battle?”<br/><br/>“Sure,” Jacob replied before Kevin could say a thing. The two of them stood to meet their challengers.<br/><br/>“Togekiss!” Jacob called out. The pokemon flew forward and plopped in front of his trained. Kevin meanwhile had grabbed his own pokeball.<br/><br/>“Go, Leavanny!” Kevin’s Leavanny appeared beside Togekiss.<br/><br/>“Go, Ludicolo!”<br/><br/>“I choose Jumpluff!” The two pokemon appeared side by side, ready for a fight.<br/><br/>“Ludicolo, use water gun!” The pokemon fired a beam of water towards Togekiss.<br/><br/>“Togekiss, dodge with extreme speed!”<br/><br/>“Leavanny, use Slash!” Togekiss flew out of the way before appearing behind Ludicolo.<br/><br/>“Ludicolo, watch out!” the young boy yelled! Ludicolo shifted to the side just in time, but from behind him, Leavanny’s slash attack knocked the pokemon to the ground.<br/><br/>“Jumpluff, use Mega Drain!” From Jumpluff’s head, a green light flashed, turning into an amorphous whip, and flew towards Togekiss.<br/><br/>“Togekiss, use Sky Attack!” Togekiss leapt up into the sky, dodging the Mega Drain attack.<br/><br/>“Leavanny, use razor leaf on Ludicolo!”<br/><br/>“Ludicolo, use water gun!” Both pokemon fired off their attacks, and Leavanny’s razor leaves were knocked to the ground by Ludicolo’s water gun.<br/><br/>“Jumpluff, attack Leavanny with a stun spore attack!”<br/><br/>“Togekiss, come down now!” Jumpleff began to release spores just before Togekiss slammed into the pokemon from behind. “Now, Togekiss, use flame thrower!”<br/><br/>“Ludicolo, use water gun!” Ludicolo jumped in front of Jumpluff and fired off another water gun attack, effectively negating Togekiss’s fire attack.<br/><br/>“Leavanny, use X-Scissor!” Leavanny crossed her arms and fired an X-shaped grass attack at Ludicolo. The attack hit, and again, Ludicolo was knocked aside.<br/><br/>“Jumpluff, use bounce!” The pokemon shot high up into the air.<br/><br/>“Togekiss, intercept with extreme speed!” Togekiss flew around in a circle, and, as Jumpluff fell to the ground, Togekiss slammed into the pokemon from the side, throwing Jumpluff into Ludicolo. “Now Togekiss, use flame thrower!”<br/><br/>“Leavanny, use X-Scissor!” Both attacks flew forwards and slammed into Jumpluff and Ludicolo, kicking up a good deal of smoke. When the smoke cleared, both Ludicolo and Jumpluff were lying on the ground unconscious.<br/><br/>“No! Jumpluff!” the girl shouted, rushing to her harmed pokemon.<br/><br/>“You!” The boy shouted angrily. Jacob and Kevin both decided, at that moment, that they should probably head out. They quickly packed up, and rushed out of the area towards Snowridge, leaving the two challengers to sulk with their injured pokemon."
11453,The World of Pokemon (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323340,2014-12-20T15:54:00,Canis Rex,"Samael and Absol had made it to flat land. Daylight was dying but not quite gone, giving them a little time still to walk the grassy fields before finding their camping spot. They both looked up when they heard voices call. Samael saw two men a few years older than himself approaching. They were both clean-cut and brightly dressed. While not twins, their features seemed similar enough for them to be brothers. They each had a pokemon on their side, a graveler for one and machoke for the other.<br/>""Hey."" The smaller of the two greeted. ""You traveling around these parts?""<br/>""Um..yes."" Samael answered, obviously confused at having two strangers approach him like this.<br/>The bigger one now spoke. ""I see you got an Absol there. Rare pokemon ain't it?""<br/>""Yeah. We met years ago. Long story."" Samael was nervous now. The two seemed to be eyeing Absol intently.<br/>""Be nice to have."" The smaller said and with a nod to his partner their pokemon surged forward. Samael was instantly caught by Graveler but Absol evade Machoke's grasp. Their frowns were instant. ""Looks like this won't be as easy as the Marowak in the mountains"" the bigger quipped. That got Samael's attention.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Marowak? Cubone cried about something when we met! Could they have...?</span><br/>""You took a mother from her child!"" He accused.<br/>""Huh?"" They asked simultaneously, surprised at their captive's outburst.<br/>""That Marowak was a mother wasn't it?"" Samael continued.<br/>""Yeah."" The small brother answered. ""Some group was in the market for a Marowak, so we caught one. The Cubone wasn't of any value so we left it. Why""?<br/>That boiled Samael's blood. ""You'll pay."" He growled. His hand wiggled its way to a pokeball and tossed it with what little force could be had. ""Go Cubone!""<br/>The pokemon appeared and immediately recognized its mother's captors. The pokemon raised its arm to hurl its weapon.<br/>""Crap!"" One of the brothers panicked.<br/>""Graveler! Rollout!"" The other shouted. The pokemon released Samael and obeyed, hurtling towards Cubone's back.<br/>""Cubone, jump!"" The bone-wielder jumped, avoiding the rolling rock pokemon.<br/>""You want a battle, fine!"" The big brother challenged. ""Machoke, karate chop Absol!<br/>""Absol, dodge it and use psycho cut!"" The dark pokemon did so, parrying Machoke's arm with her blade and hitting in directly in the throat with the counter-attack. It dropped, hands clutching its neck.<br/>""Graveler, rollout!<br/>""Cubone, jump it and use bonemerang folleowed with skull bash!"" Cubone leaped up and just as Graveler turned to follow it was met with a bone weapon. Cubone capitalized, propelling itself straight to its opponent with the skull bash. They smashed head to head and Graveler fell, severely hurt.<br/>""That's it, Graveler expolosion!<br/>""No, Cubone!"" The skull pokemon had closed in, looking to finish the battle but looked up at Samael's voice. The trainer hurled himself to cover Cubone just as Graveler glowed for a split second and an explosion blasted them both. Absol paused in it's fight and saw this, becoming enraged. She let loose an ear--splitting cry. The pokemon hunters instantly feared for their lives and retreated, leaving their pokemon to their fate. Absol struck down Machoke with a night slash and rushed to where Cubone and Samael lay. The skull pokemon crawled from the trainer's arms but noticed it's new friend wasn't moving. Absol nudged him, fearing the worst. A groan and cough gave them both relief. Samael gave a weary smile. ""Told you I'd watch out for you"" His strained voice assured Cubone. His head turned to address Absol. ""I don't think I'm going anywhere girl. That hit me almost point-blank. Guess we'll have to settle here."" He tried joking but quickly groaned in pain again. He then passed out limp on the grass. Cubone tried nudging again, concerned. Absol shook her head. She knew what was needed. Her trainer had to have medical attention. He was lucky to survive the explosion but might not last without help. She leaned down and motioned for the skull pokemon to place the limp form on her back. Samael settled, Absol started walking, Cubone in tow. There was only one town close enough to have any hope of helping. Kani. Absol cringed at the very idea. She had never wanted to see that place again. She knew Samael didn't either. Her best friend was hurt though. Want had nothing to do with it. He needed help and she would bring him to it. She didn't know if he would forgive her for this but either way, at least he would live."
11454,The World of Pokemon (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323340,2014-12-20T22:07:00,Acroticus,"<span style=""font-style: italic"">Jacob looked around. It was so dark he couldn’t see a thing. He bent to the ground and felt it… it was rough; a thin coat of dirt covered the stone floor. Jacob stood. He reached to his left, and, sooner than he thought, slammed his hand into the stone wall. Recoiling, he felt, softly to his right; another stone wall. Wherever he was, it was very narrow. He began to look around for an exit, and so he decided to walk forward. He began to move but before long, he saw something ahead. Squinting, he could make out two red glowing eyes. He froze. Unable to move, Jacob could only watch as the red eyes came closer and closer and closer…</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">oooof</span>! Jacob woke with a start. He had apparently fallen off the couch during the night, and he quickly stood up. Rubbing his head, he looked around for Kevin, but he was nowhere to be found. Jacob looked outside. Snowridge City was beautiful; he looked at the skyscrapers touching the sky, covered in snow.<br/><br/>Just then, he heard the door open from behind him. It was Nurse Joy, holding Swinub. The Pokemon looked happy, and it easily bounded across the room towards Jacob before rubbing against his leg.<br/><br/>“Looks like your Swinub will be fine!” Nurse Joy declared happily.<br/><br/>“Oh…. No” Jacob replied. “He’s not my Swinub.” Nurse Joy looked at the two.<br/><br/>“Well,” she began. “It looks like he is now.” She winked before leaving the room. Jacob picked up the pokemon.<br/><br/>“Alright, Swinub. Let’s go wee the Snowridge City gym.”"
11455,The World of Pokemon (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323340,2014-12-22T12:29:00,Canis Rex,"Samael awoke. His vision was blurry and all that could be made of his surroundings was a flurry of barks and growls. A shuffling beside him helped his senses. He could make out several shapes around him. A nudge to his leg brought clarity. He was in a sterile-looking white room. A hospital. Absol was sitting and staring out a window. Cubone was rested at the foot of the bed. Mightyena had a doctor backed into a corner and was the source of the feral noises, probably telling him he wasn't getting any further with the needle in his hand. The rest of his pokemon were scattered through the room, either sleeping or watching the comedic scene in the corner. Samael chuckled, sending a ripple of pain through his ribs, before getting his overprotective friend to heel.<br/>""Down boy. It's okay.""<br/>Everyone's head snapped to the sound of his voice. They immediately rushed him with a chorus of happy barks, cries, and screeches. All except Absol. She looked away, gazing at the floor as soon as his eyes met hers. He wondered what was wrong. He remembered something. The last thing he knew he had passed out in a field somewhere outside Kani. He had to know.<br/>""Hey doc, where am I?"" He asked, fearing the answer.<br/>The now recovered young man politely answered ""Kani Town Hospital."" Samael, Mightyena, and Absol all froze at the words.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">I'm back.</span>The trainer bitterly thought."
11456,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432,2014-12-12T16:45:00,The Starlight,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-K4GNilpGQHE/VDHdxcXq2nI/AAAAAAAAMRo/wy8eRwjp1dQ/s1600/Mordor_Sauron_and_army_art.jpg""/><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Where now are the horse and the rider? Where is the horn that was blowing?<br/>Where is the helm and the hauberk, and the bright hair flowing?<br/>Where is the harp on the harpstring, and the red fire glowing?<br/>Where is the spring and the harvest and the tall corn growing?<br/>They have passed like rain on the mountain, like a wind in the meadow;<br/>The days have gone down in the West behind the hills into shadow.<br/>Who shall gather the smoke of the deadwood burning,<br/>Or behold the flowing years from the Sea returning?<br/>How did it come to this?</span></div><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #008040"">Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes: IC</span><br/><br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323121"" rel=""nofollow"">OOC</a><br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323367"" rel=""nofollow"">Archive Thread</a></span></div><br/>Welcome to Middle-Earth, but it may be a bit different than you remembered. Actually, probably very different. This RP will take place several years after the Ring would have been destroyed, so the date will be at around TA 3025, or something like that. But let's begin. In the original story, the Council of Elrond considers sending the One Ring across the sea to Valinor, to keep it out of Sauron's reach forever. Gandalf opposed this, and eventually swayed the opinion of Elrond and the rest of the council that the destruction of the Ring was the only real option. But, what if Gandalf failed at reaching Rivendell in time? What if he was kept on the Orthanc for just a few more days? What if Frodo chose, as Ring-bearer, to send the ring across the sea to Valinor? This RP is the answer to all of those questions.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Background""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">On July 10, TA 3018, Gandalf the Grey is imprisioned in Orthanc by Saruman. Saruman takes him to the dungeons and throws Gandalf in there for seven days, before Saruman decides to expose the wounds of his former friend to the elements. Gandalf is taken to the top of Orthanc, from which Gandalf escapes on September 25. Because of this delay, Gandalf misses the Council of Elrond, as the elven loremaster decides that they can wait no longer. There, in the Council of Elrond, Frodo decides as the Ringbearer to send the Ring to Valinor. With a large entourage and guard, Frodo and his company rush for the Grey Havens. They successfully deliver the RIng to the Grey Havens, where a few elves take it to Valinor, having grown weary of Middle-Earth. The Valar decide to heed the wish and keep the Ring safe in an unknown location, though it is suspected to be in the Halls of Mandos. When the spies of Sauron hear the news, the wrath of Mordor is unleashed. All nine of the Nazgul fly on their fell beasts, crossing the Great River and commanding Saruman to attack Rohan with all speed, along with Rohan. <br/><br/>Without warning, 10,000 orcs march across the plains of Rohan, burning and pillaging as they go. The outlying cities are the first to fall. Saruman performs a greater spell upon Theoden, allowing him to control what the king everything the king says. Desperate, Eomer, Eowyn and Theodred take all the Rohirrim still loyal and flee to Helm's Deep with 4,000 Rohirrim. It is soon under siege, and everyday the Horn of Helm Hammerhand blows, the Rohirrim not knowing if that day would be their end. No help comes from Gondor, as Osigiliath has fallen, along with Ithilien. Gondor is driven back, Minas Tirith burns with the fires of Warwarg and Grond. The Gondorians fight stubbornly and valiantly, but are driven back to Dol Amroth, where the last remnant remains. But there too, they are scattered, and only bands of the once proud but still defiant Gondor remains. Helm's Deep finally falls, The Rohirrim are also scattered. Lorien still stands, the power of the Lady Galadriel being too strong for the forces of Mordor. <br/><br/>Fangorn burns, but the Ents now live in and defend the realm of the Galadhrim. Thranduil banded together with the Dwarves and Dale for one final battle, but the hordes of Rhun proved to be too much for the triple alliance, and Erebor too fell. The Dwarves of Erebor, robbed of their homeland once again, flee to the Northern Misty Mountains. Thranduil abandons Mirkwood and takes what is rest of the Silvan Elves to Lothlorien. Lorien, the Golden Wood. It remains the last stronghold of the Free Peoples east of the Misty Mountains, and the Lady of Lorien, once thought to be an evil enchantress, now is a refuge for all of the remnants of free peoples.The trees still stand, and the power of Nenya is even more powerful, allowing Galadriel to defeat the hordes of evil over and over again. West of the Misty Mountains, Moria was safe, guarded by the Galadhrim, though untouched by them as well.<br/><br/>Lord Elrond, having taken leadership over all the Noldor save Lady Galadriel has reclaimed Ost-in-Edhil and gathers all of the Free Peoples in the West to his banner. The Dunedain now fight under the elven-lord, including Aragorn. But The Realm of Imladris still hold most of the West, the High Pass is overrun however, and everyday more hordes come for the brave elves. It seems that in Middle-Earth, there is naught but ashes. In desperation, the Free Peoples have reclaimed the One Ring from Valinor. Their only hope is to cast it into the fires of Mount Doom, for eventually, all of them shall fall. But the road will be difficult and their enemies are stronger than they, but some still possess the power and valor of olde.</div></div></div><br/><br/>In posting, please remember to add your character name ( if you have a character) and location, in bold and underlined. Without further ado, let us begin.<br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">TA 3025<br/>Imladris</span></span><br/><br/>As the sun crept over the horizon, starting yet another day, Imladris stood, as glorious as ever, in its hidden valley. The realm, and especially the haven of Rivendell had been preserved by the power of Vilya, whose power had only increased after the One Ring had been sent away. But now, it would be destroyed too if the Ring was destroyed, but the elves of Rivendell were willing to take that chance. Within its walls, Men, Hobbits and Elves walked freely and peacefully, Imladris being as beautiful as ever. Many of the Free Peoples of Middle-Earth were gathering, here, bidden to come by the wish of Lord Elrond, who had announced the second Council of Elrond. Emissaries had been sent out far and wide to all of their allies, and all good folk, bidding them come. The elves had been careful, making sure that no news of this leaked to the wrong ears. Already, the Ringbearer was here. Even now, the guests began to trickle in for the Council. Was the beauty and majesty of Imladris eternal? Only in here and Lorien, were the old glory and valor of the Eldar present, Elrond and Galadriel's powers being matched by few. But this was the last hope, the Last Homely House of the West. There were a mere remnant, of the majesty and glory of the Noldor, but here, in Imladris and Lorien, some still remained in whom the glory of the Eldar was present on their faces. Lord Elrond, son of Earendil the Mariner was one, his twin sons another, and perhaps the greatest elf of those assembled, Lord Glorfindel of the House of the Golden Flower in Gondolin. But deeds are not less valiant because they are unpraised, and there are many elves and men and Free Peoples, who have done valiant work. Would the Eldar pass away, blown away in the wind and crushed by the might of Mordor? Perhaps, but it would not be an easy victory, and in places unlooked for, hope and help often arrives.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Gandalf the Grey</span><br/>Mirthrandir rode into Imladris, breathing in the nature and smell of Imladris, as beautiful as ever. He rode Shadowfax, one of the great horses, for after Rohan fell, he despised the very idea of the Mearas falling into the hands of evil, and perhaps being slain. The white stallion shook his mane, Mirthrandir, stroking it and patting Shadowfax's head, dismounted and walked forward, his wizard's staff tapping gently across the elven carved stone. Looking down on himself, he wasn't garbed particularly, but his usual grey and long robes would suffice, along with his beloved curved hat. He smiled to some of the elves, greeting them by name as they hailed him, ""Mirthrandir! Êl síla erin lû e-govaned vîn."" He greeted them in like fashion and then walked to Lord Elrond's lore room, near the Council room. ""Greetings, my dear friend."" said Gandalf with a smile, sweeping his hat off his head to perform a small bow."
11457,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432,2014-12-12T16:54:00,Anthony Willman,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Drogo Proudmead</span><br/>Drogo Proudmead and a group of soldiers were surveying the far Breelands. ""That troublemaker, Bill Ferny is around here somewhere,"" Drogo said, ""he was seen last night. His ruffians raided and burnt several farms. When you see him, kill him on the spot.""<br/><br/>The soldiers, both Hobbits and Men, nodded their heads and spread out in groups of four. Shouts soon raised that ""someone"" was there. Drogo raised his sling and said, ""Show yourself! I have a dozen soldiers with drawn swords. Come out peacefully and you will be unharmed!""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Breelands</span><br/><br/>The sun lazily rose over the Breelands. And it survives yet another day. But with enemies marching on them, the day of battle will come soon. The ruffian, Bill Ferny stands head of ""Free Breelanders"" and ""in the interest of the people"" is attempting to ""liberate"" Bree with the help of Angmar. With only 2,000 troops, including foreigners, Bree would fall quickly. But with spirit and determination, they will stand as long as they have two legs to stand on against Mordor. As long as Tom Bombadil keeps the Barrow-wights at bay, Bree will survive."
11458,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432,2014-12-12T16:58:00,G-Tech Corporation,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">TA 3025</span><br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4GmMNF1b0Lw"" rel=""nofollow"">The Approaching Storm</a></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Isengard, Wizard's Vale</span><br/><br/>The drums began low, as deep as the passages of the earth where nameless things walked. Their rumbling beats echoed off the mountains of the last marches of the Misty Mountains, reverberating calls to war clamoring in their stolid throbbing. High above the valley floor Orthanc rose, the ancient abode of the watchers of the stars; upon her heights now no man stood, but about her base and walls had many edifices been erected. Isengard was a fortress, a fortress now disgorging her offspring upon the landscape. From the gates of Isengard a glittering host emerged, fell men and dour warriors from beyond Rhun in their thousands marching in thick columns. Their hauberks and armor were stained black, the black of sable, the darkness of midnight, and all bore upon their breastplates and shields the symbol of the Great Eye, lidless and wreathed in flame. From cruel battlements archers watched, and the host marched out, its weapons ready for war. Some were of the lineage of the sons of Eorl, those who had formerly ruled this land; now bound by dark sorceries in their allegiance to their new master, their arms turned towards those who fought against the might of Mairon, of Sauron. Others were savage men of the east, brought west to destroy those who would oppose the march of the darkness. All hurried westward, in numbers beyond reckoning, thousands; enough to storm many keeps indeed.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Siege Lines, Lothlorien, Vale of the Anduin</span><br/><br/>With the creak of ropes the catapult grumbled, flinging a chunk of stone towards the western banks of the Anduin. All up and down the shores of the Great River, and along the Limlight and northern fields of Lorien, the lines of earth and wood rose like tumors upon the landscape. They were not inactive tumors either; black forms swarmed over them like ants upon a disturbed nest of the insects; archers, warriors, champions of Mordor, all were gathered here to hasten the downfall of all foes of the Dark Lord. Great bridges they had thrown across the Anduin to the north and south of Lorien, and marching hosts filled those passageways both day and night. High above the eastern shore the black figure watched all this impassively, for his master had no need of him as of yet. The siege continued, as it had for the last several years. But east of the Anduin, mighty edifices were rolling towards the bridges, and the eastern emplacements.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Off Langstrand, Anfalas</span><br/><br/>Through the water the Lanfear sliced, her thick wooden form propelled by treble banks of oars manned by slaves, captured soldiers of old armies, and convicts from beyond Nurn and the east. About her were many of her kin, galley ships of war, and also immense barges filled with soldiers and supplies. The salt spray was thick, but the sky clear, with no storm threatened, and the fleet made good time going westward. Arveleg smiled, his weather-beaten features turning the expression of pleasure into a twisted leer that caused a passing rigger to flinch away; a hardened pirate of the world past, he loved nothing more than a good scrap. Even the sailing ships to port could not fight the Lanfear one to one, for he had taken many in battle, and this was a milk run in comparison to fighting the Gondorian fleet before it was broken at harbor in the Pelargir. Many of those ships now sailed with him, under new captains, veteran dogs he could trust with the task at hand.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Barad-Dur, Mordor</span><br/><br/>The hall was dark, though not pitch-black; high windows set in the sides of the chamber let in some light, red light of the nearby fires of Orodruin. It was scarcely enough combined with the thick guttering orange of the torches to illuminate the room, but it did the job. Upon the throne of obsidian and night steel the Dark Lord sat, his posture relaxed, the twin points of fire that were his eyes anything but. About the long ebony table slightly below the dais a vast number of figures were seated. Some, mortal and jovial, talked and ate, sang and swapped tales. They were Rhun men, Easterlings, Southrons, men of Khand, Black Numenoreans, and even men of the West and Rohan, now all servants of the Barad-Dur. Some had great lineages, others had distinguished themselves in command and battle. But closer to the Dark Lord, silent, sat ten figures; the Nine, his most dread servants, and the Mouth, his chief commander. Their chairs, unlike those of the others within the chamber, were made of some form of shadowy glass, a crystal from which little light escaped. Before them as no food, for even the Mouth was barely human any more, but in his mind the Dark Lord instructed them all of what would be done in the coming days. The second stage of his war upon Middle-Earth was now at hand, and all beyond the Misty Mountains would now perish, or serve the Darkness.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Mount Gram, Northern Misty Mountains</span><br/><br/>From the jagged heights of the Misty Mountains it descended towards the west, as if chasing the setting sun; Mount Gram, stronghold of goblin-kin in the north since time immemorial. Here by tough mountain paths had many servants of darkness come, Orcs and Uruks, fell men and mountain trolls. Here his stroke had been prepared, unlooked for by the Elves to the south, and here it would fall in strength. Thousands of Yrch had been marshaled here, to march under dread captains, and by night they emerged, dispersing over the plains of northern Eriador in their numbers. Some were headed west, some south, and others father north from the mountain stronghold."
11459,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432,2014-12-12T17:08:00,Black Marshes,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">Harad</span></span></span><br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Umbar, Near Harad</span></span><br/>The spoils of war had brought great wealth and prosperity from the new farmlands of ‘North Harad’, as it was now called. Many men were now taking up arms to seek the glory of conquest and battle, with tales of the fall of the White City and Dol Amroth.<br/>This news also led the Corsairs to begin sailing north, with the Gondorian fleets of Pelargir and Dol Amroth no longer existing. They now sought riches in the newly conquered lands, and a few began extending their influence towards the land of Eriador.<br/>The only issue remaining was that of the Wizard, whom which the Dark Lord had banished to the lands of Harad. This Wizard could not be trusted, and so was kept under close watch by the Hâsharin, who were always prepared to silence him if need be.<br/>Although many began to migrate north to settle the new lands, the ‘Golden Coast’ remained unaffected, maintaining its prosperity in the great cities of Umbar and Abrakhân. The future of Harad was a bright one, one with prosperity and happiness.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Dol Amroth, North Harad</span></span><br/>The great citadel of the south lay beneath the feet of the Haradrim War Host, its stone escapades reduced to rows of rubble. Arq’tadan, the newly-appointed Warmaster, stared blindly through his ornate helm, which had be carved from the tusk of a great Mûmak, over the thousands of Haradrim, Mahûd and Half-Trolls that celebrated their glorious triumph over their lifelong foes. As the sun rose on this new day, the dawn light shone on the great keep, highlighting the burning banners of the White Tree and Silver Swan, which were now replaced by the Black Serpent and Great Eye. But the war still raged on.<br/>Arq’tadan ordered his men to continue their march, leaving a few thousand warriors to rebuild the proud fortress as Corsair ships began flocking their new den. The host of over 60,000 marched west along the southern coasts of what was once Gondor, the morning sun being shielded by the towering Mûmakil. The armies of Harad would never falter in their purpose, and the future of their people would be secured in this new Promised Land.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Harondor, North Harad</span></span><br/>With the great conquest of Arq’tadan’s great War Host came tales of glory to the people of Harad, and thousands of young men had begun flocking North to join the war. These warriors were all gathered at the lands of Harondor, where a second War Host was being formed from a mix of veterans, reserve forces and glory-seekers. This impressive host was beginning to number 40,000 strong, with more expected, and would bring forth the blade of the south.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Barad-dûr, Mordor</span></span><br/>The Knight of Umbar sat idly on his seat in the great tower of Barad-dûr, the foul air hissing through the windows and gently blowing the Nazgûl’s robes. The crown of Harad sat proudly on his head, a pitiful trophy to signify his dominion over the Southrons of Harad and their new spoils in Southern Gondor, where Haradrim, Mahûd, and Half-Troll alike marched rampantly though the once proud Kingdom of Gondor, whose last remaining survivors cowered in the dark shadow of the mighty Mûmakil. The Knight slowly turned his watch towards his master, the Dark Lord, Sauron, and he asked in a deathly whisper.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">“What is thy bidding, my master?”</span><br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Borsig Flesh-Bane</span></span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Forodwaith</span></span><br/>A new day had dawned in the icy wastes and mountains of Forodwaith, the white sun shining from the east over the Grey Mountains. Despite this, it was cold. It was always cold. But Borsig had grown accustomed to the harsh conditions of the great north, surviving daily without outstanding issue. The past few weeks had been calm, with nothing out of the ordinary occurring, although there had been an alarming increase in his number of employers- most of them refugees from the East that fled from the armies of the Dark Lord.<br/>They would tell him of the fall of Erebor and Dale, the Orcs of the Misty Mountains, and the horrors of Sauron’s conquest. They would also tell him of the haven of Rivendell, where Lord Elrond stood strong against the Dark Lord. The great Beorning did not know what to make of all of these stories, but if they were true, then he would be in danger soon, for he had also seen the stirrings of Gundabad, and was told tales of the restoration of ‘Angmar’. He had to know more, but could not risk the stories of this ‘Dark Lord’ being true.<br/>For this reason Borsig decided to begin his journey south of his home, towards the haven of ‘Rivendell’, where he believed he could find the answers he sought from this ‘Elrond’. He gathered his belongings and stored them in a large warg-pelt sack, which he had slung over his back along with his axes. Although it would be a perilous journey, Borsig had seen much, much worse."
11460,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432,2014-12-12T17:15:00,Bearon,"The young dragon little more then a hatchling surveyed his surroundings from atop his mountain. He had just recently left his mother's territory and after flying for miles to the East he had found a cave of suitable size. After exploring his newfound surroundings he had found the mountains were quite barren aside from a few sparse deer and their own predators. The young dragon was reminded of his current dilemma as a large rumble rose from his chest. ""I need to find a source of food and fast."" The dragon thought to himself ""But there are no settlements aside from the ruined remains of the dwarvern and human cities."" Frustrated the young dragon put aside his hunger for the moment and decided to explore the tunnel system connected to his cave that he suspected had been dug out by some intelligent species. Nodding to himself as he decided on a course of action the young dragon unfolded his 16 foot long wings and lazily spiraled around his mountain as he entered the mountain's tunnels."
11461,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432,2014-12-12T17:18:00,Great Confederacy of Commonwealth States,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Dwalin, Son of Fundin, Brother of Balin<br/>Survivor of the Mountain Halls<br/>Envoy of the Dwarves of Erebor<br/>Fields of Eregion</span><br/><br/>If the Green Fields of Rohan was heralded the spring times of yore, full of colour and wonder and amazement with hope and new life, the Brown Fields of Eregion would prove the vanguard of winter, death and the wrath only time new. Eregion was a wasteland, brown and desolate, so neutral towards her visitors that one might even call it hostile, if these were better days. These, however, were not better days. In better days, the Mountain Halls would not have been sacked by Eastern Men. In better times, the walls of Khazad-Dûm would not be smeared with the slime of Goblin and Orc. In better days, Gundabad would belong only to Durin’s Folk, not the foul spawn of Sauron and Morgoth. As said before, these were not better days. Brown, barren, stony land stretched as far as the eye could see, ranging from the Misty Mountains in the east to the shining sea in the west. Naught could be seen in her valleys of shielding hills and jagged rocks, and only a measly tree here and there proved any comfort to a traveler marching through these lands.<br/><br/>The traveler we are most concerned with, of course, was making his way through the wildlands of the North at this very moment. Under the guise of an Elven cloak, an old gift from an old friend, a solitary figure, stout but short in stature, made his way south through this brown sea of grass and rock. The could only be observed from close by, and even then it would prove hard to see this figure. Dwalin was his name, a Dwarf of Durin’s Folk, under the protection of both hill and vale, and the grey Elven cloak whose unknown properties shielded him for sight of man and beast and Orc alike. Secrecy was his best weapon, he knew, for the success of his mission. Thorin III, King under the Mountains (plural, since the title King under the Mountain was reserved for one mountain in particular), had sent him on an errant to the distant lands of Rivendell, a place Dwalin had seen once before. It was here they began their perilous passage across the Misty Mountains, through foul kingdoms of the Delving Deeps. Dwalin, being one of the few remaining Dwarves part of Thorin’s Band, had been chosen for his skill, his bravery, his experience, and his loyalty towards the King. Elrond had not mentioned the purpose of this Council he had called, but whatever it was, in these Dark Times, it could only be of great importance. The letter had carried a little rune on the bottom, a slim stroke with two strokes shooting up to the right, diagonally. What this meant was everyone’s guess but Dwalin’s. He knew its importance, and didn’t hesitate to take the task upon himself. Thus he marched across plain, hill and mountain, to this meeting of the representatives of the Free Peoples.<br/><br/>Dwalin, sunken in thought (as there was nothing else to sink into, traveling alone in Eregion), was suddenly roused by a great howling coming from the other side of a formation of jagged rocks standing as a crown on the top of another hill. Dwalin, not eager to be spotted from afar, had traveled almost the entire area in the vales between hills, using them as cover. The vales were damp, dark and cold places, but certain precautions went above simple comfort. The great howl, however, roused his suspicion. Quickly, he sought the cover of the jagged crown of rocks, creeping closer and closer to the sound he’d just heard. His senses told him to move on, but there was a hatred in his heart for wolves, a hatred sparked by the events sixty years ago. Nearly had he lost his king that day, multiple times, so wolves required special attention, he reasoned. And indeed, from his hidden position among the stones, he was a wolf of Gundabad. Gundabad wolves were among the most vile of their race. Vicious, with jaws that could crush a suit of armour and muscles that could squish a mountain troll. This one was alone, bent over the half-eaten carcass of a magnificent brown horse. No longer was its fur shining in the midday sun, as it had once probably done. It was covered in filth, blood and drag marks, obscuring its loveliness from the world. Dwalin, as any Dwarf, had no love for horses. This act, however, stirred his blood and made it boil. He grasped his Warhammer from his back, forged from the first iron mined in the Misty Mountains, and let out a terrible cry.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">“Baruk Khazâd! Khazâd ai-menu!” </span><br/><br/>The wolf, roused by the sudden outcry, turned his terrible head to meet this new visitor in his territory, meeting him with a growl common to their kind. Dwalin was undeterred.<br/><br/>“Your kind does not belong ‘ere, ya filth from the North. Take ya leave or take my hammer. I promise you’ll have both”<br/><br/>The wolf made another growl, and started prowling around this new enemy of his. Long had it been since he had smelled Dwarf, and both were new to Eregion. These circumstances were unforeseen, and that this wolf had turned to far south and west of the Misty Mountains forebode little good. Then, the wolf jumped forward, letting out what we might call a battle cry in the form of a howl, before charging straight in the direction of Dwalin. The Dwarf, seeing the beast move fast and faster towards him, was undeterred. He merely braced himself, feeling his hammer as the leaps became longer and the jaws opened wider. He was now no ten meters away. Eight meters. Five. Three.<br/><br/>Then, Dwalin swung his hammer from its position. It moved in a circular motion around him, beginning low on the ground, getting higher and higher, faster and faster, until the head of the hammer connected with the skull of the creature. It (being the creature) went limp in an instant. Its brain was turned to mushy goo without the slightest effort on the part of the steel in the hammer, the skull was pulverized and teeth struck right from the jaw of the beast. It was flung three meters to the side, where it stopped jolting about after a few seconds or so. From its head came a trickle of blood, streaming into the brown grass below with eerie consistency. From the ground, Dwalin picked up a large fang from the wolf before putting it in his pouch, swinging the hammer on his back again, and resuming his march south.<br/><br/>Lukcily, the trip would not last must longer from that point. After a few days without much trouble, although with little food or sustenance, Dwalin arrived at the Gates of Rivendell. This was the first time he came in through the front gate, as the last time he sneaked in via a secret tunnel. It was a nice change to his normal ways of hiding and sneaking which he had done for the last month og travel or so. Traveling undetected was hard, even harder when there was no-one to put your blame on if you were discovered. Partly due to the Elven cloak, he had remained reasonably intact through his troubles, and was greeted by a warm air ever flowing down from the Last Homely House. He sniffed the air of bakery and cooking, and immediately remembered why he loved this place so much. Sixty years it had been, far too long for such a place.<br/><br/>It was a familiar face he saw first when he entered Imladris. There, standing straight like a mountain, proud like the gold veins of the deep caverns, but thinking like an ancient king, stood a tall figure, clad solely in simple grey. His clothes we ragged and deformed, but they did not hide everything about his stature, and Dwalin was happy about this fact. Reaching high with his Dwarvish hand, Dwalin tapped Gandalf on his shoulder in a kind but sturdy gesture.<br/><br/>“Good day to you, Staff Man. I say, you have not aged a day since the last time we met. I hoped we would meet under better circumstances, but I should have known better. Don’t Men call you Láthspell for it?”"
11462,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432,2014-12-12T17:19:00,Shaggai,"Look. Do you see it, there? A world. Look closer. A continent, decorated with the lines of mountain ranges and spotted with forests and plains. Look closer. A region, bordered on one edge to the sea. A mountain range cuts it in half. To the west, there are plains leading down to the sea, with a few forests here and there. To the east, a few more forests and mountain ranges, and south of them a vast, charred plain. Ignore the plain for now. Focus in on the largest of the forests. It is vast, dark, untouched. It is a forest of old, not suffering the intrusions of men. It is Mirkwood, and within it live creatures strange and dark.<br/><br/>Across all of the great Mirkwood, not a single bird could be heard singing. The normal sounds of animals going about their daily business were likewise absent. An unnatural silence lay across the vast forest. An observer close enough to hear, or rather not to hear, would have noticed other oddities. Thick white strands were stretched between the trees, forming intricacies more complex than the finest lace. There was silent, scuttling movement within them, as the denizens of Mirkwood went about their business. And in the center of the forest, Gonurl Darkweaver held court."
11463,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432,2014-12-12T17:42:00,The Seleucids (Ancient),"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 250%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #FFFFFF""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Falón</span></span></span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Dale/Erebor</span></span><br/>After weeks of being on the road Gróin finally got the view he hoped for, the lonely mountain. Standing tall in the distance it was a great view. Gróin's order was to find out about the stories that the refugees from Erebor had told them back home, stories about Dale in flames and Erebor sacked, horrible stories it where.<br/>Gróin, accompanied by his pony and a raven had never visited Erebor nor did he ever visited any parts of the west. These lands where usually to far away to visit, though this was so serious according to his father that he was allowed to go this far from home. Gróin always enjoyed being on the road, seeing new places and meeting new people where amongst the things he liked alot.<br/><br/>Sadly he was about to jump into a whole new adventure as he continued. As he got closer and closer his fears became a reality. Soldiers of Rhûn wandered around close to the city, something that Gróin figured wouldn't have been allowed by Dáin. As Gróin reached Dale itself he noticed the ruins first handed, on the outside it looked alright but within the city everything was burned down. Looking towards the enterance of Erebor he noticed the men of Rhûn walking in and out, a clear sign that the stories where true.<br/>Gróin figured he could go back home, though he wondered if there where any more people from Dale or Erebor around who could tell him more about what happend. Quickly he returned to his pony and walked on, further into the west. He kept an eye on the Lonely Mountain, losing it out of his sight would mean he was lost, something that he didn't want to happen."
11464,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432,2014-12-12T17:52:00,The black lands of Mordor,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Witch King of Agmar<br/>Barad Dur</span></span><br/><br/>The Lord of the nine hissed under his breath as he tightened the belt around the finest robe he could find. After leading the Armies of Agmar so long ago, he had grown attached to the cold, and to this day hated wearing the black robes in the hottest place on earth. But hoping to please his Lord, he was willing to put up with it. Agmar was a true believe in the Dark Lord's cause, and believed that the only way to bring peace, was to unite middle earth under the iron will of Sauron. He twisted his ring in between his fingers, being this close to the Dark Lord had always given him a surge of power, yet it was nothing like it was back when his master still held the master ring. Strapping his Sword onto his belt, he adjusted his crown before setting out for the feast. After walking down the darkened halls he had reached the gates of the hall. With a mighty push he forced open the large doors, with a hiss of anger he had realized he was late. He quickly nodded to the other nine and bowed before his lordship before taking seat along with everyone else."
11465,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432,2014-12-12T18:17:00,Ontorisa,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Near Osgiliath<br/>Third Age 3025</span><br/><br/>Korju Haras-Gorth observed the Mordor Prisoner Train march down the road towards Osgiliath. He could see at least six humans, all of them appearing to be famished. While the prisoner train was lightly guarded (six bill-men, nine spear-men, four axe-men and two Uruks acting as captains for the train), Korju's retinue was smaller than it. Within the remnants of his original 212-man retinue, there was Mazilas the Magnificent, an expert swordsman, Korju's second-in-command and locally known throughout the Orc Tribes of the north, Nakij a heavily armoured axe man, who had served Korju's father's army as a Sergeant-at-Arms, Drogados, the tracker of the group, a fierce axe man as well as the member to be credited with the discovery of the train, Berkoal the marksman of the group armed with a composite bow and arrow, occassionally saying that he could beat an elf's shot anytime and any day and Waserax of Kual, the expert scout of the group, armed with a composite bow and arrow with a shield and sword. All of them made up Korju's ragtag group of elites. No matter, attacking a Mordor Prisoner Train would lead to serious consequences. Regardless, Korju lifted himself up in the woods and lifted his composite bow and drew a black arrow. It quickly gripped the string of the bow as Korju drew it back and aimed it at the most visible target: one of the Uruk captains. Behind him, Waserax and Berkoal also picked their targets with their bows as Nakij, Mazilas and Drogados unsheathed their weapons.<br/><br/>Turning his head to the side, Korju nodded at the two Orcs who were holding their bows before continuing to trace the Uruk with his bow and then released the arrow. Quickly and almost silently, the arrow passed through the air, hissing as it approached the Uruk's back. The arrow struck, piercing the low quality leather armour, dropping the Uruk quickly. Just as the Mordorian Orcs realized what was happening, Korju reloaded just as Waserax and Berkoal fired their arrows. A bill-man and an axe-man dropped to the ground, the bill-man screaming in Black Speech.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Tutas! Hundur!</span>The bill-man gripped his torso near the leg before Waserax fired another arrow into him.<br/><br/>The Mordorian Orcs turned and screeched before charging. Inside of the forst, Nakij, Mazilas and Drogados met them. Nakij dodging the strike of a bill-man, brought his iron axe into the bill-man's chest, breaking the chainmail. Kicking him over, Nakij then blocked a strike by another bill-man. The infantrymen of Korju's retinue were engaged, so Korju holstered his bow and drew<span style=""font-style: italic"">The Hand of Haras-Gorth</span>, the sword of his tribe. A wicked 4-foot, curved, steel sword that required two hands to use. Charging into battle, he saw Mazilas finish off another spear-man as the Orc behind Mazilas was hit with an arrow. Regardless, the elite retinue was starting to be overwhelmed: Drogados fighting four Orcs at the same time. This is where Korju entered, smashing the great sword into the back of another bill-man. The battle continued, Korju continuing to fight alongside his retinue as Waserax and Berkoal continued to lay down the barrage of arrows, accurately picking off uncovered targets."
11466,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432,2014-12-12T18:39:00,The Starlight,"<blockquote><div><cite>Great Confederacy Of Commonwealth States <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323432&amp;p=22774400#p22774400"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Lukcily, the trip would not last must longer from that point. After a few days without much trouble, although with little food or sustenance, Dwalin arrived at the Gates of Rivendell. This was the first time he came in through the front gate, as the last time he sneaked in via a secret tunnel. It was a nice change to his normal ways of hiding and sneaking which he had done for the last month og travel or so. Traveling undetected was hard, even harder when there was no-one to put your blame on if you were discovered. Partly due to the Elven cloak, he had remained reasonably intact through his troubles, and was greeted by a warm air ever flowing down from the Last Homely House. He sniffed the air of bakery and cooking, and immediately remembered why he loved this place so much. Sixty years it had been, far too long for such a place.<br/><br/>It was a familiar face he saw first when he entered Imladris. There, standing straight like a mountain, proud like the gold veins of the deep caverns, but thinking like an ancient king, stood a tall figure, clad solely in simple grey. His clothes we ragged and deformed, but they did not hide everything about his stature, and Dwalin was happy about this fact. Reaching high with his Dwarvish hand, Dwalin tapped Gandalf on his shoulder in a kind but sturdy gesture. <br/><br/>“Good day to you, Staff Man. I say, you have not aged a day since the last time we met. I hoped we would meet under better circumstances, but I should have known better. Don’t Men call you Láthspell for it?”</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">TA 3025<br/>Imladris<br/>Gandalf the Grey</span><br/><br/>The grey wizard chuckled as he turned. ""Nay, my old friend, I feel older. These are dark times, though, and I, Lathspell as some may call me, must do all that I can. Can you not see the new wrinkles? Those were happier times, Dwalin, son of Fundin, when we last met here. I am called by many names, I've taken to writing them down to remember them all, lest I forget. Tharkun, I believe you dwarves call me. What news from your people? I have not talked with Durin's Folk for too long, having been busy attempting to stem the flow of evil. Alas, the Free Peoples are assailed from all sides, Erebor, Minas Tirith, Helm's Deep, all fallen. East of the Misty Mountains, only Lorien stands, and long may it. But I fear and sense that the West is about to be assailed. Mordor now controls Isengard, and I fear what Saruman had in his bastion before he was expelled from it. The High Pass is taken, and so is Gundabad. Attacks could come from any direction, at any time. Both hope often arrives unlooked for, and perhaps it shall arrive soon, as those who are Free grow discouraged. Come, Master Dwarf, tell me of your travels, I shall take you to greet Lord Elrond."" Gandalf said. ""But first, I must find myself to be surprised at your garb, an elven cloak? But strange times these are, and yet, strange things have been seen."""
11467,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432,2014-12-12T20:06:00,Anthony Willman,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Afrren Toen<br/>Location: The Prancing Pony</span><br/>Afrren Toen grabbed his bow. Shortly he would be leaving for Rivendell, to attend the Council. He would be going in the stead of Drogo. He quickly jotted down a note and took it down to Barliman Butterbur. He said, ""Give this to Drogo to me. I will be leaving as soon as I gather my wits.""<br/><br/>""Drogo is out hunting down Bill Ferny and his allies,"" Butterbur replied.<br/><br/>""Yes, his personal task. He will not rest until Ferny is brought to justice. Just give it to him,"" Afrren said, handing him the note.<br/><br/>""I take it this is goodbye?"" asked Barliman.<br/><br/>""You take it correctly,"" Afrren replied."
11468,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432,2014-12-12T20:11:00,Liecthenbourg,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Mouth of Sauron</span><br/>The Mouth sat as he always did, to the right of his Lord. The years of the War had, in fact, taken a toll on the opinions of the Numenorean and his visage. Underneath his great cloak he had strapped a great plate of armour forged in intense fires, as an extra means of protection after a close encounter during his charge of the Dwarven Defences at Erebor. Upon his belt was a set of silver keys, each one to open a door either within the Barad-Dur or the Tower of Orthanc. Finally, there was an exotic obsidian staff that was almost as tall as he was. At its top were four prongs and within those was a great marble white spherical shape. It had reminded many of the staff used by Saruman, though this one seemed much more ornamental. Now, after smiling broadly as he reminded himself of his accomplishments throughout the war he crossed his legs and awaited for what was to be discussed - for many things needed to be.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Erebor, Khanate of Rhun</span><br/>Khamul had, unfortunately, left to listen to the Council of Sauron but he had left rather strict instructions to his Council of Officers. They were to continue to rebuild the defences and once he was to return they would set out once again. Just this had been done. Many sentry posts had been constructed around the ruins of Dale, as well as along a great Eastern Road. These were to provide a clear line of sight at the caravans trotting towards the Lonely Mountain from Rhun - each carrying fine meats from the Kine of Araw, succulent melons, finely pickled fish and other such rations enjoyed by the Rhunic Soldiery. The caravans, as they left, were also stocked up with Dwarven gold, gems, relics, it really didn't matter, which would be transported back to Rhunagaroth, for Khamul believed it would be safer there.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Khan Khamul</span><br/>Khamul stood up, his robes draping down upon the obsidian floor of the Council Chamber. Vision changed towards him, the tented hands of the Voice of Abhorred Dead being the most intriguing response to the sudden, clear show of a request or idea. With a voice as cold as death itself, alongside an immense horror that would've sent men fleeing for the comfort of their beds the Black Easterling began to speak.<br/>""My Lord"" was said in a calm whisper, the cloaked hands of the Nazgul revealing his metallic gauntlets as he clasped his hands together. ""Once I return to the front, the forces of Easterlings at Erebor will most likely be moved to continue with your campaigns. I will leave forces behind, but if you could reinforce such a strategic location with other such forces I would be most grateful."""
11469,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432,2014-12-12T20:15:00,G-Tech Corporation,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Great Road, East of Osgiliath</span><br/><br/>As the arrow struck Sturkas in the back, Lugdah blinked, grimy eyelids sliding closed and then open again in shock as his second went down, cursing. Lugdah snarled, drawing his square hooked sword, his eyes turning towards the direction of the haft. Behind him towards the end of the line two more lads went down, Nuglash with a shaft in his leg, Birazig with a feathered projectile sprouting from his left arm and swearing even louder than Nuglash, if that was possible. Sturkas was in a bad way, but stumbled back to his feet, and Lugdah unslung his shield and growled at the lads. ""Find them! Stinking Rangers."" With yells the Orcs drew blades, one of them kicking the prisoners over to prevent them running off. Sturkas pulled his bow off his back, and Lugdah walked over to him, yellow-set eyes scanning the treeline for more archers from behind his battered black hide shield. With one savage motion the leader of the party broke the haft off of his tracker's back, eliciting a grunt from the slightly smaller Uruk of pain, and then a nod of thanks. It would have only slowed him down, and pulling the arrow out like an idiot would have left Sturkas to pump his lifeblood through that hole in a few minutes time. He pulled an arrow from his quiver and sighted back into the woods, Lugdah covering him with the broad leather of the shield, sword at the ready.<br/><br/>There- movement. With a grunt the Uruk pulled back the great bow, face twisted in pain, and sent the black-feathered shaft away to seek flesh. More arrows came whistling towards the road, two embedding themselves in Lugdah's shield; whoever was shooting up there, there was more than one of them, and they weren't the most useless with bows. Another arrow took the hapless Nuglash in the torso, and he fell, only gurgling noises coming from his throat. Birazig beside him raised his round shield towards the woods, and snarled, snapping the arrow out of his arm as he advanced. A deep ruk-ruk sounded in Lugdah's throat as he watched the new soldier rush forwards eagerly; the useless fresh meat would be dead within the hour from blood loss, but hopefully he killed one of the attackers first. There were always new recruits.<br/><br/>From the woods now came the clash of arms. Someone had found the ambushers, and the ambushers weren't dying immediately. What could you expect of Orcs? Only fighting Uruk-Hai were good for anything, really. Lugdah nodded, and next to him Sturkas pulled a small gray horn from his belt, wrapped in bands of wood. Upon it he winded a high blast, almost like an animal's bleat. Though it wasn't the most intimidating weapon, it would carry in clear air for leagues, and the Road-Towers knew exactly what such a signal meant. It had been a while since this section of road had been attacked. Lugdah had been beginning to believe all of the bushwackers and useless remnants of that sorry ilk had been cleared out by the sweeps, but apparently not. All the same, he would be happy to let garrison troops do the dying to clear them out, rather than jeopardizing his own personal hide. A veteran of the assault on Minas Tirith, the two Uruks had come out of fighting where many thousands had not, and there were always hot-blooded spawn to do the dying instead of more sensible soldiers, thank you very much. Indeed, as Lugdah turned his eyes to the trees, he saw at least one of his lads knocked sprawling with a gaping hole in his back. He snarled; the enemy... the enemy looked like an Orc. Deserters and looters, a worse nuisance.<br/><br/>Urtak swung again at the Northern bastard, taking him in the leg finally and knocking him off balance, making him stumble and fall to the ground. Even as he drew in a lungful of air to shout in triumph, a pressure punched his right shoulder, right beneath the breastbone. It was like getting thumped in a brawl, but now there was something lodged in that shoulder. Night-soil. Next to him Jarkas, one of his brood-mates, swung down with his axe into the swordsman's torso, gurgling with glee, before Ruthod fell forward onto the foe, a slash wound through his hardened leather at his back. He wouldn't be getting up again, and Urtak's blood boiled that some northern slanteyes bowlegged rocklicker would dare to attack the kin of Morannon. He and the other Mordor fighters stood almost a head taller than these interlopers, and he howled, swinging his axe low towards the onrushing foe. Nice sword, but unwieldy. With Ruthod down, they still outnumbers the snagas three to one, and the guards rushed forward, swinging at their aggressors with their weapons, bill men stabbing low and keeping the foe at a distance. In the thicket of trees it was hard to tell, but Urtak thought there were more archers a little way to the rear, up a small rise. The haft protruding from his shoulder was irksome, and the pain was like a burning ember in his body. But there was knifework here that needed doing, and that was to be done first."
11470,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432,2014-12-12T20:35:00,New Armarzia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Barad-Dur, Mordor</span><br/><br/>The Lord of the Midnight Sun; The Shaper of the Darkest Light and Warden of the Vault of Nightmares, titles from an ancient time which origins had been long forgotten; sat in his crystal seat silently watching the other more mortal guests at the feast. The wraith watched the humans curiously as they interacted with one another. The Lord of the Midnight Sun did not trust men, there were few who had strong hearts, so he felt it best not to trust them. An irony lost on the servant of the Dark Lord who still believed he had his free will. One of the reasons this dark servant turned to sorcery to gain power so he would not grow dependent on those prone to betrayal.<br/><br/>The greatest of his kin, The Witch-King of Angmar, arrived later then the rest. He watched as the fridge that was the catalyst of much fear in the world bow to their dark lord as well as show acknowledgement to his kin. A curious behavior to The Lord of the Midnight Sun as they were formalities of mortals which this wraith as well as the others were superior to. But sorcerer said nothing and didn't move as he continued to observe as he often did when not driven to action by some greater force.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Prancing Pony, Bree<br/>Zedekiah Alanule</span><br/><br/>Zedekiah Alanule sat a table, waiting for the representatives from farther West to arrive. Another, older man sat next to him, similarly dressed as a Rohirrim, waiting. Near the bar sat another half dozen rohirrim, drinking, feeling safer then they had for years in this human city that still stood instead of the deadly lands of The Enedwaith. The rest of the twenty riders waited outside the city, resting in tents and tending to their horses waiting for their master to complete his business in this city that provided hope to the riders of a fallen land.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Prancing Pony, Bree<br/>Lloyd the Wayfarer</span><br/><br/>Lloyd walked into the inn for a drink and to hear what the word was around town. He had received a bit of coin helping some farmers with their crops since their sons had left to join the fighting of the world, so he felt a reward was due after such tedious work. A few odd folks who obviously were not from around here had filled some of the building, but the person who caught his eyes was the ranger, Afrren. He went to get a drink and overheard the words the barman said to the ranger. When the ranger was alone Lloyd approached and sat next to the ranger without invitation and said, ""Forgive me for prying, but I could not help but overhear that you plan on leaving. Whatever will this city do with one of their brave rangers gone not to defend it. What could call a ranger away from this land when it is still filled with such danger?"""
11471,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432,2014-12-12T20:52:00,Osnil,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Armarzia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323432&amp;p=22776416#p22776416"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Prancing Pony, Bree<br/>Zedekiah Alanule</span> <br/><br/>Zedekiah Alanule sat a table, waiting for the representatives from farther West to arrive. Another, older man sat next to him, similarly dressed as a Rohirrim, waiting. Near the bar sat another half dozen rohirrim, drinking, feeling safer then they had for years in this human city that still stood instead of the deadly lands of The Enedwaith. The rest of the twenty riders waited outside the city, resting in tents and tending to their horses waiting for their master to complete his business in this city that provided hope to the riders of a fallen land.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Prancing Pony, Bree<br/>Lloyd the Wayfarer</span><br/><br/>Lloyd walked into the inn for a drink and to hear what the word was around town. He had received a bit of coin helping some farmers with their crops since their sons had left to join the fighting of the world, so he felt a reward was due after such tedious work. A few odd folks who obviously were not from around here had filled some of the building, but the person who caught his eyes was the ranger, Afrren. He went to get a drink and overheard the words the barman said to the ranger. When the ranger was alone Lloyd approached and sat next to the ranger without invitation and said, ""Forgive me for prying, but I could not help but overhear that you plan on leaving. Whatever will this city do with one of their brave rangers gone not to defend it. What could call a ranger away from this land when it is still filled with such danger?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""A long journey awaits me. I must ride swiftly to Rivendell to attend a Council being held by Elrond,"" Afrren replied, ""Drogo is a good and capable leader. He will manage, and you still have three rangers left in Bree."""
11472,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432,2014-12-12T21:26:00,New Armarzia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Prancing Pony, Bree<br/>Lloyd the Wayfarer</span><br/><br/>""Elrond..."" said Lloyd quietly, he didn't know who that was besides that he was supposed to be some important Elf somewhere East of Bree. But besides that the name meant nothing to Lloyd. ""And a council you say, must be important if it calls the attention of someone like yourself away from here."" Lloyd knew little of the rangers, beside that the ones residing in Bree have done quite a bit to help in its defense. Lloyd always had a taste for adventure and wanted to make a name for himself and this sounded like such an opportunity. Lloyd took a gulp of his drink before continuing, ""I am sure your kin is quite capable in holding this city. And well...I wouldn't want to impose, but if you would like some help or company on your journey I would be more then happy to accompany you. The roads out East are dangerous. And during these dark times...everyone needs to do their part to help, and I feel like I have done all I can do in Bree. Darker forces to conquer still stand in the East."" Lloyd gave a small smile at the thought of himself slaying some ancient evil as he hadn't slain much beyond bandits and wild animals so far."
11473,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432,2014-12-12T22:02:00,Asyir,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">King Bard II<br/>Caras Galadhon<br/>TA 3025</span><br/><br/>King Bard stood over a beautifully crafted and engraved table, which at one point was used for feasting and merrymaking, tasks that had nothing to do with war or destruction. Now, it served as Bard's ""table of war"", where maps of Middle-Earth, Lorien and Dale were scattered about the tables surface, with small wooden soldier figurines acting as whole armies and garrisons. Commanders were scattered as well around the table, pointing frantically to certain pieces, with loud and bold voices.<br/><br/>""My liege, we cannot allow the host of Mordor to gain a foothold west of the Anduin. If they successfully manage to secure a even a small ""beachhead"", they could funnel in massive amounts of men and overpower us. It would be the same outcome as Dale,"" One commander said loudly as he spoke above the other various commanders. The commander was a man named Hodge the ""Unbreakable"". He earned that name at Dale, where his spearmen never broke formation. ""We don't wish for that again do we?""<br/><br/>""No. However, we can't risk a frontal assault. Their numbers are too great. Their lines stretch for miles!"" Another commander chimed in. This man's name was Grimbeard, a masterful bowman, but a very cautious man. He was not one to act rashly, and was a trusted general under King Brand. ""I suggest we fortify and watch and wait.""<br/><br/>Suddenly a messenger armed in light mail came bursting through the war tent in a flutter. Stammering, he began to speak,""m-my lie-ge. The enemy has began firing catapults and moving forces north and south of us!""<br/><br/>The commanders began arguing at that moment. They sliced themselves with words of hatred, and a disunity began among them. King Bard had a look of disgust, and with an angry and forceful tone he bellowed out,""<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Enough!</span>""<br/><br/>The commanders ceased their quarreling upon hearing the angry tone of Bard. ""We will not sit idly and allow them to cross the river unchallenged. If it's a battle they want, we'll give them one. Prepare the men for battle. Spearmen in the front, swords on the flanks. Alert Bain immediately messenger, and Lady Galadriel as well.""<br/><br/>""Yes King Bard!"" The messenger said pounding his chest.<br/><br/>""As for the rest of you lot, you have ten minutes to get into formation, or I'll gut you myself! Move!""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Commander Willam Iron-Wall<br/>Miles west of Erebor<br/>TA 3025</span><br/><br/>For nearly three days, Willam and his ""Hellriders"" have rode non stop to gather any survivors and information of the enemy's movements as they have been doing for nearly five years. They were close enough to the mountain to see any heavy activity, but far away enough where they wouldn't be spotted, or may be seen as a group of Easterlings. Willam looked out towards the great mountain of Erebor, taking in it's vast glory and splendor. It had felt like an age since Willam had been inside the mountain, his mind was filled of the tunnels filled with gold.<br/><br/>The horses trotted as silently as they could. The riders followed an old trail path, a path they reckoned the Easterlings haven't discovered yet. They called it the ""Safe Northern Pass Road"", and most survivors they found took this path back. It was rather risky however, as the path led into Mirkwood, a realm overgrown with evil things. The riders originally numbered two hundred, but many fell on these voyages, despite careful preparations and a cautious approach.<br/><br/>They marched along for a few miles before the sun was low in sky. The sun was low enough, that from Willam's viewpoint, it was practically being pierced by the mountains peak. It was truly a majestic sight, one that left Willam in awe.<br/><br/>Willam was shaken by another rider, whom lightly whispered,""sire, I notice a small shadowy figure over there!""<br/><br/>Willam looked to where the rider was pointing, and he saw a small black figure. Drawing his sword, he motioned for his horse to trot to the figure. The band of horsemen approached the figure, and upon getting closer, noticed it to be a dwarf! Willam rode in front of the group of riders, and as they came within talking distance, he motioned for his men to circle the solidarity dwarf.<br/><br/>""Who dare enters the realm of Dale? Another evil of Sauron? Or perhaps a dwarf of Erebor? Speak quickly! My patience is thin!"" Proclaimed Willam in a threatening tone."
11474,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432,2014-12-12T22:32:00,The black lands of Mordor,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Witch King of Angmar<br/>Barad Dur</span></span><br/><br/>""Master, it is with great joy I return to you."" Said the lesser king too Tar-Mairon, who he admired. ""I have been worried for sometime as the forces of middle earth muster to meet us in arms. I worry, this has all gone too easy. I was hoping after the feast we could move to planning our war effort."" Said the lord of the Wraiths as he sat across from the Lord of earth. Had he still been in his mortal form he would have held back his smile to prevent the other mortals from seeing. He considered himself lucky to be held so high in the court of Tar-Mairon, the ruler of earth. The Dark General cast a glance at his fellow wraiths. He focused on The Lord of the Midnight Sun, glaring at him , the witch king did not trust anyone who was not completely loyal to his master, and worried that his fellow wraith would try and rebel against the power of his ring. After reading the expression of his fellow Nazgul, he turned his gaze back to Tar-Mairon."
11475,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432,2014-12-13T05:26:00,The Seleucids (Ancient),"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 250%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #80BFFF""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ruzûlizar</span></span></span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Ruzûlizar</span></span><br/>Deep in the Mountain the Dwarves of Ruzûlizar continued to expand their settlements, an ongoing process that was never going to end. Uzûd II, Stonesmith was the King of all Stonefoots. He however was growing old; With an age of 226 his life would come to an end sooner or later, before that time would arrive he still had one last thing he wanted to do. The contact between the Eastern Clans and the Western Clans had been going slow for far to long. The distance between the two was often to much for the Dwarves and without a possible stop in the middle it became a rare view to see Dwarves of the west coming to the East. Uzûd wanted to change this. He wanted to build a Dwarven hold in the Mountains just west of the Sea or Rhûn. Now the Red Mountains where devided peacefully between Rhûn and the Dwarves, though the Mountains where Uzûd wanted to build the hold where part of Rhûn as a whole.<br/>For quiet a while he had been thinking of how to gain access to them, now with rumors of a great war in the west he might had a chance to strike a deal.<br/>First however he needed the support of more Clans. The Ironfists would probably refuse to support a bridge between East and West, though Uzûd figured the Stiffbeards and Blacklocks might support it. He decided to write them a letter which was send by a raven to the two Realms.<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-style: italic"">My Dear Brothers,<br/><br/>For a long time we have been unable to establish proper contact with our kin in the West. I have Always desired to change this and now with the rumors of war i have decided to see if i can convince Rhûn to allow the construction of a Dwarven hold near the Sea of Rhûn. With this letter i seek your support for this bridge to be build, the bridge that will make us closer to our Western kin.<br/><br/>May your beards grow tall,<br/>Uzûd II Stonesmith, Son of Azdûl, Lord of Ruzûlizar, Lord of Azûl-Dûm, Lord of Azaldurûk</span></blockquote><br/><hr/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 250%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #FFFFFF""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Falón</span></span></span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Falón</span></span><br/>Grór, Son of Grûr, Lord of Falón, Lord of Fûdun sat on his throne. He had no worries, complaints or anything for that matter right now except for one. The talks about Erebor being lost to the men of Rhûn was a very disturbing matter. For a very long time the men of Rhûn and the Dwarves had no issues with one another, though if these talks where true this might change sooner or later. Grór had send his son Gróin out to investigate this matter, though no word from him had come just yet. Grór sat on his throne, almost all day, trying to figure out what to do. Should he tell these rumors to the other Clans? Should he keep it to himself? Should he ruin his relations with Rhûn? All questions that remained unsolved for now.<br/><br/>Once the letter arrived from the Stonefoots Grór only smirked at it. He knew something the Stonefoots did not know, something that could make the construction of such hold useless. Aside from that Grór knew that the Ironfists, who where Grór's only friends around would not be happy with this plan. It didn't took long before Grór told a guard to send forth a reply stating that the Stiffbeards where not going to support this plan.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Dale/Erebor</span></span><br/>Gróin was glad to see people that weren't people from Rhûn, though upon closer contact they seemed rather hostile. Gróin just stayed put on his pony, he did not worry about it, there was only one real enemy for him in these lands and that enemy did not consist out of humans, his enemies where smaller, uglier and smelled like death bodies that had been laying to rot in the sun for to many days. As the man spoke it turned out that he was a Dalesmen, something Gróin was happy to hear.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""The Realm of Dale, i don't see much of that anymore sadly... I'm Gróin Whitestone, Son of Grór, Heir of Falón, Heir of Fûdun. I'm from the far East and came here to see if the rumors where true, i'm sad to say that there are...""</span>He said, trying to keep a straight face. In fact though he was getting all emotional from knowing that his kin was attacked by Rhûn, an Empire that had always been on good terms with Dwarves. Gróin did not show this emotion though, it wasn't something for dwarves to show these kinds of things. Now Gróin only wanted answers,<span style=""font-style: italic"">""So, what happend here? We heard about a great war in the region though untill a while ago we did not know that our kin was involved. I was send here by my father, Grór, Son of Grûr, Lord of Falón, Lord of Fûdun to find out what is going on.""</span><br/><hr/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 250%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #000000""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Khózûr-Dûm</span></span></span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Khózûr-Dûm</span></span><br/>Far away into the darkness of Khózûr-Dûm, Azulidôr III read the message from the Stonefoots. Azulidôr himself saw much potential in this plan, it would not only create a better line of connection between the East and West, but it would also expand the area of operations for the Blacklocks. As the biggest employment being mercenaries they depended alot on conflicts within Rhûn for most of their work, with this hold they could potentially expand this to other Kingdoms, Empires and Realms. Now that the Blacklocks had gotten the feeling they where locked out from jobs within Rhûn they where in need of finding another employer. Azulidôr worried about it aswell, for a very long time the people of Rhûn always hired the Blacklocks for dirty work. Now with rumors of a great war in the west the Blacklocks figured that work would pick up plentyfull once more, but it didn't. Rhûn didn't even asked for soldiers. Azulidôr didn't trust it, but there wasn't much he could do against it either. His people however where growing restless, being to long without war wasn't exactly something that they wanted. A war had to come at some peoint, even if it was just to make the young Dwarves strong.<br/>As for now hover Azulidôr decided to send Khazad II Bonehammer, Son of Azulidôr III, Slayer of Krôk the Troll to make the Blacklock support for the plan of the Stonefoots official."
11476,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432,2014-12-13T07:40:00,Old Tyrannia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Arnor, West of the Misty Mountains<br/>TA 3025</span><br/><br/>High amidst the clouds above Arnor, Gwaihir the Windlord, Lord of the Eagles and King of all Birds, looked down on the landscape below as the grey stony foothills of the Misty Mountains gave way to the yellow plains of Rhudaur, the river Bruinen a thin sliver of blue snaking across the landscape. Soon he would be at Imladris, answering the summons of Elrond to attend a secret council of the Free Peoples. Strictly speaking, he had not been invited, but as near enough all the summons had been delivered at Lord Elrond's request by his eagles, it was inevitable that Gwaihir had known about the meeting. Considering that he had been absent at the last council and the decisions of the two-legs at that meeting had all but doomed Middle-Earth, he felt it would be best for him to have some input this time, although it was more involvement in the affairs of the wingless children of Eru than the eagles traditionally allowed themselves. With the Enemy advancing northwards and the lands of men almost entirely lost, leaving only the elves of Lothlórien and Imladris to resist the Shadow, the eagles were already heavily involved; his kin fought under Úrindaiwë at Lórien, had aided in the defence of Dale and Erebor under the command of Urimëhér, and were present at the last stand of the Gondorians under Gwaihir himself. The eagles had not seen such bloodshed in many centuries.<br/><br/>Gwaihir turned his head to the left, and called out to Urimëhér, who flew just behind him, ""we will not be long now, brother. Lord Elrond and the council will be keen to hear your account of Erebor's fall, I suspect. You will have a chance to tell your tales to a fresh audience.""<br/><br/>""An audience with no interest in what I have to say,"" replied Urimëhér. Like Gwaihir, Urimëhér was a descendant of the greatest of all eagles, Thorondor, and after Gwaihir was the largest of the eagles of the Third Age. Gwaihir loved and trusted Urimëhér, but the younger raptor's pride knew no bounds, and his contempt for Men was legendary. Elves and Dwarves he held in scarcely greater regard; Urimëhér had often questioned why the Eagles of Manwë continued to help the so-called ""Free Peoples"" of Middle-Earth maintain their independence when so often those same peoples threw it away themselves. Every decision the two-legs made ended in disaster; Men in particular seemed unable to resist rushing into the Dark Lord's traps. Eagles had nested once in Numenor, and had been forced to leave the great city just before its fall, when the King and his people turned to the worship of Morgoth and dark practices such as human sacrifice at the behest of Sauron the Deceiver. Likewise eagles had watched when Isildur failed to toss the One Ring into the fires of Mt. Doom. This time, though, it had been the Hobbits that had taken the decision to send the Ring over the sea to Valinor rather than to destroy it, and thus cursed all of Middle-Earth. Again and again two-legs had proven themselves weak and unworthy, and yet Gwaihir continued stubbornly to support them, as Manwë had commanded his ancestors to do thousands of years ago in the First Age. Urimëhér, who thought the eagles the greatest and noblest race upon Middle-Earth, simply couldn't understand it. Gwaihir feared he never would.<br/><br/>""Come now, Urimëhér. You often comment on the folly of the two-legs. Surely this is all the more reason for us to be present at the council to give sound advice?""<br/><br/>""Sound advice they will not listen to. These people are rash and foolish, and easily tempted into all manner of sin. This we have seen again and again since first the Noldorin rashly sailed across the sea to make war on the first Dark Lord, against the wisdom of the Valar. And yet they never learn, and always it is we, the servants of Manwë, who must save them from their folly. Why Mithrandir and the other Istari chose the form of Men I will never understand; they should instead have come as eagles and mingled among our kind, we would have paid more attention to their wisdom. Even Sauron, curse him-""<br/><br/>""Don't utter his name, fool!"" cried Landroval, Gwaihir's brother, from his right flank. ""The Enemy is strong in Middle-Earth. To call his name aloud is to call his attention down upon us.""<br/><br/>""Very well then,"" replied Urimëhér with faint annoyance. ""Even<span style=""font-style: italic"">the Enemy</span>takes the shape of a two-leg. Why does he not assume the shape of an eagle? He could fly high above the battlefield and no man or elf would be able to slay him with their swords.""<br/><br/>""But their arrows,"" pointed out Gwaihir, ""are a different matter. Remember that it was Pride that caused the Great Enemy and our current, lesser Enemy to fall from grace, Urimëhér. Do not become arrogant and complacent, and do not allow your frustration with our allies to grow into resentment. Never have I known or heard of an eagle that fell to darkness, and because I love you dearly whatever our disagreements, brother, I would certainly not wish you to be the first.""<br/><br/>""As I love you, my Lord,"" said Urimëhér in response. ""It is for your sake that I continue to fight- yours, and the Valar- not for these petty creatures you call our allies. I do not hate them, but I feel contempt for them in their weakness. If they are capable of being greater than they are, I am yet to see it; let them show me, and then I will treat them with respect. Until them I will judge them as I know them.""<br/><br/>""The judge them mercifully, and remember no creature is without fault,"" Gwaihir concluded. Silence ensued for the remainder of their journey. Finally, the plains gave way to the green woods of Imladris, also called Rivendell, the abode of Lord Elrond and his company of elves; the sight gladdened Gwaihir's heart, for he had grown weary and eager to see old friends. He began to descend, and wordlessly his companions followed, letting out a piercing shriek to announce the arrival of the King of Birds. As he swooped lower, Gwaihir could see the graceful elven buildings of Imladris rising above the emerald canopy, and make out the shapes of figures moving beneath the trees. Gwaihir picked out a large alcove where he, Landroval and Urimëhér could safely land. Signalling to his cohort, he began a sharp descent, diving through the canopy of the trees surrounding Imladris and then spreading his wings to slow him as he approached the landing site. He opened his huge talons and gripped the balustrade, closing his huge wings and stepping down onto the platform as some elven attendants of Elrond rushed to meet him. Soon Landroval and Urimëhér had landed besides him.<br/><br/>""Hail, friends!"" he announced. ""I am Gwaihir the Windlord of the Great Eagles. I come to seek an audience with Lord Elrond and the Council, accompanied by my kin Landroval the Brave and Urimëhér the Admirable."""
11477,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432,2014-12-13T07:54:00,Asyir,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Seleucids <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323432&amp;p=22779632#p22779632"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Dale/Erebor</span></span><br/>Gróin was glad to see people that weren't people from Rhûn, though upon closer contact they seemed rather hostile. Gróin just stayed put on his pony, he did not worry about it, there was only one real enemy for him in these lands and that enemy did not consist out of humans, his enemies where smaller, uglier and smelled like death bodies that had been laying to rot in the sun for to many days. As the man spoke it turned out that he was a Dalesmen, something Gróin was happy to hear. <br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""The Realm of Dale, i don't see much of that anymore sadly... I'm Gróin Whitestone, Son of Grór, Heir of Falón, Heir of Fûdun. I'm from the far East and came here to see if the rumors where true, i'm sad to say that there are...""</span> He said, trying to keep a straight face. In fact though he was getting all emotional from knowing that his kin was attacked by Rhûn, an Empire that had always been on good terms with Dwarves. Gróin did not show this emotion though, it wasn't something for dwarves to show these kinds of things. Now Gróin only wanted answers, <span style=""font-style: italic"">""So, what happend here? We heard about a great war in the region though untill a while ago we did not know that our kin was involved. I was send here by my father, Grór, Son of Grûr, Lord of Falón, Lord of Fûdun to find out what is going on.""</span><br/><hr/><br/></div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Willam Iron-Hand<br/>West of Erebor<br/>TA 3025</span><br/><br/>Willam listened to the dwarf, whom was now fully encircled. The old captain was not familiar with any of the names presented by the dwarf, but Willam eased his hostile look. ""Well Gróin son of Grór, perhaps it will interest you that your kin here was routed to near annihilation. Nearly six years ago, we stood under the mountain, nearly 50,000 of us. Our armor gleamed in the mid-day sun of March. For three days we fought under the mountain, in the town of Dale, until we were finally broken. Our King, Brand, was slain on the fourth day along with Dain Ironfoot. We fled to Lothlorien, where we have ever since held out from the accursed men of Rhûn.""<br/><br/>Willam sheathed his blade. Taking both hands, he removed his helm. His long white hair was exposed in the evening sun, it was glowing in the sunlight. Many scars and scrapes dotted his face, and he had an eyepatch over his left eye. ""Gondor has fallen into shadow. The White City burns. Rohan has been laid to waste. The Fangorn has been burned. Thranduil has retreated from Mirkwood. Endless hordes of orcs pour out of Dol Guldor. The High Pass has been taken. The once proud city of Dale has fallen, and with it Erebor. What do you think is going on?"""
11478,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432,2014-12-13T09:44:00,Krugmar,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Hîr-Burôdasînkal</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Citadel of Narik-Zadan</span><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Dark Citadel""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.icap.me/1091418486773c37f.png""/></div></div></div></div><hr/><br/><br/>Narik-Zadan to the foreign eye was a strange, exotic and majestic place. The great Numenorean citadel stood proudly against the waves, its foundations solid and holding. The citadel itself was made out of the darkest stone, the same used in the construction of Orthanc. Here was one of the last vestiges of old Numenor, and its inhabitants reflected that. In the centre of the citadel was a huge tower which would have dwarfed Orthanc though its size was lesser than Barad-dur. Built up around the main tower are smaller towers, each housing a family that could trace its line back to Numenor. Connecting the citadel with the mainland was a small fortress which houses the lesser Numenoreans and guarded the bridge.<br/><br/>Across from the citadel was a small port city that had been built up around it. Some of the older buildings were of Numenorean origin, though they were old and defiled by the corsairs who lived there. Most of the houses were wooden and badly built, creating a sort of shanty town. The docks were of Numenorean design also, faring better than the houses, and it houses the mighty fleet of Bellakar. Outside the wooden wall surrounding this small city was a small town of tents, the dwelling place of the conquered Haradrim who had moved to the city.<br/><br/>Inside the citadel tower, known as Brûn Aglar or Old Glory, lay Burôdasînkal the Highest of the Highborn, Lord of Bellakar, Master of the Faithless and Accursed. He was residing at the very top of the tower in his personal chamber, kneeling before an idol of Ar-Pharazôn. He was dressed only in some rough and simple trousers, having only woken up a few minutes ago. Burôdasînkal was a giant of a man, standing at around 6'6"", this height was due to his rather pure Numenorean blood which his family had kept through means which others would find abhorrent. The tower itself was eerily cold, despite the heat outside. Eventually Burôdasînkal rose from his meditation and clapped his hands. Slaves of higher birth quickly came rushing through the door to dress their master, Burôdasînkal would only accept personal slaves who at least had drops of Numenorean blood and so most of his slaves were from Gondor. They washed him quickly as carefully as they could, Burôdasînkal hated waiting too long but he also hated a job done badly and was a hard master to please.<br/><br/>After this was done they changed him into some more comfortable and smaller trousers and fitted a similar tunic onto him. They then brought out his armour, a very dark gold-grey which would often be mistaken for black, and began fitting it onto him. Soon they had completely encased him into the armour, eventually pulling the helmet down and making sure that it was tight enough. They then fitted the ornate waist-cloth onto his armour, taking great care with it. Then came his cape which draped down his left arm, having a purple trim and golden colour to it. They handed their master his sword,<span style=""font-style: italic"">Nuruhuinë </span>, and quickly scuttled out of the room.<br/><br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://th01.deviantart.net/fs70/PRE/f/2011/204/7/6/esulkar_royal_guard_by_herckeim-d41fdnv.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Burôdasînkal looked at himself in the mirror</a>and could not help but feel pride, here was the master of all Numenoreans and the true King of Gondor. The Faithful had called him and his people the Faithless, a name he embraced as he felt no love for the Gods who had barbarically destroyed Numenor. Burôdasînkal made his way out of his personal chamber and down towards his war chamber. He had waited for too long and allowed his people to fall back into the shadows while degenerates and barbarians had taken his rightful lands.<br/><br/>Inside the chamber he found some of his advisers and every member of his Old Guard. He studied the map on the table and said ""Ready the fleets, we reclaim what is ours"". He was in no mood for talking so he simply departed the chamber, followed by his guard, and began making his way to the docks. He always hated leaving his citadel, the city was full of lowlife corsairs and pirate scum who had no trace of noble blood within them. Yet none of them would stand in the way of this giant and his guard."
11479,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432,2014-12-13T09:55:00,Osnil,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Armarzia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323432&amp;p=22777008#p22777008"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Prancing Pony, Bree<br/>Lloyd the Wayfarer</span><br/><br/>""Elrond..."" said Lloyd quietly, he didn't know who that was besides that he was supposed to be some important Elf somewhere East of Bree. But besides that the name meant nothing to Lloyd. ""And a council you say, must be important if it calls the attention of someone like yourself away from here."" Lloyd knew little of the rangers, beside that the ones residing in Bree have done quite a bit to help in its defense. Lloyd always had a taste for adventure and wanted to make a name for himself and this sounded like such an opportunity. Lloyd took a gulp of his drink before continuing, ""I am sure your kin is quite capable in holding this city. And well...I wouldn't want to impose, but if you would like some help or company on your journey I would be more then happy to accompany you. The roads out East are dangerous. And during these dark times...everyone needs to do their part to help, and I feel like I have done all I can do in Bree. Darker forces to conquer still stand in the East."" Lloyd gave a small smile at the thought of himself slaying some ancient evil as he hadn't slain much beyond bandits and wild animals so far.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Prancing Pony, Bree<br/>Afrren Toen</span><br/>""Company is one thing that my journey lacks,"" Afrren replied, ""but you do need to understand that some evil in this world is even beyond my ability to combat. If you think you must accompany me, I will not forbid you. And I will be glad of some company."" Afrren smiled.<br/><blockquote><div><cite>New Armarzia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323432&amp;p=22776416#p22776416"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Prancing Pony, Bree<br/>Zedekiah Alanule</span> <br/><br/>Zedekiah Alanule sat a table, waiting for the representatives from farther West to arrive. Another, older man sat next to him, similarly dressed as a Rohirrim, waiting. Near the bar sat another half dozen rohirrim, drinking, feeling safer then they had for years in this human city that still stood instead of the deadly lands of The Enedwaith. The rest of the twenty riders waited outside the city, resting in tents and tending to their horses waiting for their master to complete his business in this city that provided hope to the riders of a fallen land.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Prancing Pony, Bree<br/>Drogo Proudmead</span><br/>Giving up the hunt for Bill Ferny for the evening, Drogo walked into The Prancing Pony. He saw some Rohirrim, and their leader. He approached them and said, ""Welcome to Bree. I take it your journey was well?"""
11480,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432,2014-12-13T10:49:00,Nuridia,"OOC: I wasn't aware that the IC had even been posted until just now.<br/><br/>IC:<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Niellune, Rivendell</span><br/>The granddaughter of Elrond sat in her rooms going over a map of Gondor as it had once been. Her father had ben the rightful king but had been unable to claim his throne because the One Ring had not been sufficiently destroyed but only sent away. Then, the homeland that she should've been princess over had been destroyed and fragmented terribly, her brother and sister had been scattered tot he winds and now Boromir reigned as Steward in Gondor. She had to find some way to restore her country and put one of her line on the throne, find her siblings and destroy the Ring. Sometimes she wondered about her mother Arwen, people often said that she looked a lot like her only thicker in body."
11481,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=25,2014-12-13T11:33:00,Great Confederacy of Commonwealth States,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">TA 3025<br/>Rivendell <br/>Dwalin of Erebor</span><br/><br/>“Aye, Gandalf, long it has been since you have concerned yourself with the Dwarves. Not to worry, we have done well for ourselves since you helped us take back the Lonely Mountain. Although much was lost during the reign of Smaug, we still had a gleam of the greatness we once held…”<br/><br/>Dwalin remained silent for a moment, looking down at the floor, then up at the pleasant spring sun high up in the sky. Winter was truly coming to an end, it seemed, and the soft caress of the sun’s rays told him all the more about this new coming.<br/><br/>“I say ‘had’ with no small amount of purpose, Gandalf. Erebor has been taken by the Men of Rhûn, as you know. Those foul, accursed wretches have forgotten how to tell friend from foe, it seems, and they march now under the Eye Banner of Sauron. This all, you know. My people, some of them at least, have survived, and taken to the Misty Mountains as refugees, vagabonds. Fate is not with Durin’s Folk, or so it seems.”<br/><br/>“The caves in our new home run deep, Gandalf, and go unexplored for many leagues. De Khauzat Lamar, The Fortresses of Anger, we have come to call the Mountain Halls there. I began my journey in one of them. Old, wise Dwarves, who had spent more time in the caverns than in the furnaces of our fathers, told us this cavern would end up in the open, for they felt a cold breeze coming from the dark abyss. I followed the tunnel, until I reached the end, leading me half-way across the Misty Mountains before coming to the surface. There, I continued my journey, until I reached the foot of the mountains where it was safe to venture south.”<br/><br/>Dwalin turned around, finding a chair for himself to sit in and falling backwards into it, throwing his large pack to the side. It made a rattling noise, that of pots and pans smashing together. His voice changed, from friendly and quiet to more harsh, angry, disillusioned.<br/><br/>“Gandalf, I have seen terrible things. Such terrible things. Mount Gram now rumbles with Evil, Evil words and deeds beyond count. Orcs venture even further from their fortresses, unchecked, unchallenged. There is no use killing patrols anymore. Stealth is the only defense we still have. Should the Dark Lord find De Khauzat Lamar, it is only a matter of time before my people are slaughtered. And, as if the worst of our calamities are not enough for us to contend with…”<br/><br/>From his pouch, Dwalin drew a single tooth, the one he had pulled from the mouth of the Gundabad Wolf when he met him in Eregion.<br/><br/>“Evil creatures venture farther south than ever. They dare cross borders uncrossed by evil for a thousand years. I pulled this from a Warg, only a few leagues north from here. How long until Evil knows no bounds, Gandalf? I fear for my people.”<br/><br/>Quickly, he stood up again, and patted Gandalf on the arm with his strong, right arm, maybe a bit harder than comfortable. There was no helping it, Dwalin felt glad to see an old friend, especially know most of his old friends had either died or disappeared. Even his brother had been missing for thirty years. He let out a hearty, Dwarvish laugh, one unmistakably his.<br/><br/>“Now, Gandalf, tell me, why am I here? Elrond was very short in his wording, and mentioned no purpose beyond the defeat of evil. What is going on?”"
11482,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=25,2014-12-13T12:05:00,Nuridia,"Up in her room, Niellune Ruinel had fallen asleep at her desk, after jotting down a bunch of notes and reading up on Gondor. The girl was jolted awake however by the sound of clanging metal hitting the floor, and wondered what ws going on. Perhaps Lord Elrond had knocked over some swords, but of course he wasn't that clumsy. Still, she felt it was her duty to go and check on him and putting a cloak around herself went downstairs to the main hall. ""Grandfarther?"" she said, peeking her head out of the door and her eyes scanned the halls and the rooms until she heard voices coming from one of them. Seeing as it was unlocked she opened the door and stuck her head in to investigate. ""Grandfather, is that you?"" ""Are you in here?"" she asked. She looked down at the floor and saw the shadows of what looked like two figures but nothing else."
11483,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=25,2014-12-13T13:11:00,The Starlight,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">TA 3025<br/>Rivendell<br/>Gandalf the Grey</span></span><br/><br/>Gandalf plucked the tooth from Dwalin's hand, examining it closely, his thick eyebrows frowning and coming closer together. ""Erebor, Helm's Deep, Minas Tirith, all fallen. They will have be taken, but no force of good has the manpower to do so, even somehow combining our forces would leave us with fewer soldiers. The High Pass is taken, there is no way to get to Lorien, where the elves still hold. It is a sad day, my friend, when the Dwarves of Erebor must resort to stealth to survive. Ah, I remember Erebor in its glory days. But those days are sadly over, and yet, we remain. I shall have to tell Elrond of the warg, but fear not, no words shall come out of the lips of Lathspell about De Khauzat Lamar, except in dire cases, or with your permission.""<br/><br/>""As for your question, Dwalin, I must answer, but with a story. The story of Eregion. In the second age of Middle-Earth, an elven kingdom still remained in Middle-Earth, with still the power of the Eldar, which is diminished, but still present today. This was the kingdom of Lindon, ruled with a fair hand by the last High-King of the Noldor, Gil-galad, who wielded the glaive Aeglos. In those days, Elrond was the herald of Gil-galad, it was only a bit later when Rivendell was created by the elven-lord. In Eregion, those were glorious and prosperous times, with a partnership between the dwarves of Moria and the elven-smiths of Ost-in-Edhil. Prosperous times I say, even more than Erebor, before Smaug. For mithril and friendship traveled frequently between the two peoples. Then, came Annatar, Lord of Gifts, to Eregion. He had a fair form, and as his name suggested, he brought many gifts to the elves, telling them long-lost secrets of craftsmanship, claiming to be a servant of Aule, and to be sent by the Valar. Gil-galad mistrusted Annatar, and cautioned those at Eregion, but the Noldor did not listen. For lord of Eregion was Celebrimbor, of the house of the greatest smith in all of Arda, Feanor. But Celebrimbor was a master smith to be reckoned with, and so Annatar taught them how to forge rings. But these were no ordinary rings, these were rings of awesome and magnificient power. 3 for the Elven-kings under the sky, seven, for the dwarf lords. Nine, for mortal men doomed to die.<br/><br/>But Annatar was no servant of Aule, though he had once been. He was in secret the Dark Lord, and in secret, in the realm where the shadows lie, forged a master ring, with the power to control all of the other ringbearers. One for the Dark Lord upon his dark throne. But the elves recognized him as soon as the Enemy put on the Ring, and took their own rings, hiding them. The three elven rings remained uncorrupted, as Celebrimbor alone had forged them, and they were the greatest in power. In wrath, the Dark Lord came in his true dark form, demanding the rings. He gained the Nine Rings for men, and the seven for the dwarf lords, but the other 3 rings were hidden from him. And so Celebrimbor fell, after being tortured for the location of the 3 elven-rings, but he remained silent, and resisted.<br/><br/>The elves and men formed the Last Alliance, and marched to where the shadows lie. For nine years, they put the Enemy under siege. And then the Dark Lord came himself in his form, bearing the one Ring. Gil-galad and Elendil fell to the mace of the Dark Lord, but Isildur took up his father's sword and smote the Enemy's hand, and took the Ring for himself. Good had this one chance, to destroy evil together, but Isildur would not cast the Ring into the fires of Mount Doom, where it was made, as he too became corrupted. But on the journey back, Isildur fell and the RIng was lost.<br/><br/>To end our story quickly, the Ring was found by Gollum, and then was taken by Bilbo. Once it became known that it was the One Ring, the Ringbearer was rushed to Imladris, to which the First Council of Elrond was held. But there, the COuncil and the Ringbearer made a terrible mistake, choosing to send the Ring over to Aman, as I was not there, held in betrayal by Saruman, formerly the greatest of my order. But the power of the enemy only grew, and so the Ring has been sent for and received. And Elrond has called together a second Council, to decide the methods of the Ring's destruction. For it was made in the Fires of Mount Doom, and only there, can it be unmade. But it will be a dangerous task, as much of Middle-Earth belongs to the Enemy now.""<br/><br/>Turning from Dwalin temporarily, Gandalf heard footsteps and looked around, before looking up and seeing Niellune. ""Nay, Niellune it here is simply a old wizard and his good friend Master Dwarf. Lord Elrond, I believe, is in his lore room, if you are seeking for him.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Imladris<br/>Lord Elrond</span></span><br/><br/>Looking out of the balcony of his lore room, Lord Elrond observed the arrival of the Eagles, unlooked for, but always welcome. Walking down the steps, he went to greet them as the elves guided the eagles to him. ""Greetings, Gwaihir the Windlord, Lord of Eagles, and his kin. It is good to see the descendants of Thorondor still strong. I presume you are here for the Council, and so I welcome you, and apologize for not inviting you. But the eyries of Eagles are high in the domain of Manwë. It is well, that all good peoples of Middle-Earth, both those of older ages and the younger too, assemble to decide of this matter. The Council will begin shortly, Mirthrandir and Dwalin have already arrived, as my kin tell me. Shall we go greet them?"" Elrond asked."
11484,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=25,2014-12-13T13:21:00,Nuridia,"""Oh, Lord Gandalf."" ""It's good to see you, I heard a noise and so came down to investigate."" Niellune stepped into the room in the middle of it, she then saw a foreign Dwarf that she had may have seen before but she couldn't quite remember him. ""It seems you're in the middle of something, I'm sorry if I interrupted you."" ""Anyway have you seen Grandfather, I haven't seen him all day."" ""Although I did hear that he had some sort of council to attend?"" Arwen's eldest daughter looked straight ahead with her gray eyes a little toward the sky like she always did when she was thinking and her long dark hair flowed unbound past her waist. She then heard Gandalf's answer and bowed. ""Lore room, I was never allowed in there before I think."" 'And if I did I don't remember."" ""Thank you."" Niellune picked up her skirts and headed for Elrond's lore room."
11485,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=25,2014-12-13T14:29:00,The Starlight,"""Lord Gandalf?"" Gandalf chuckled, looking at Niellune. ""I must admit, my dear, that is one name I haven't heard before. Please, Mirthrandir or Gandalf will do. As for Elrond, I believe he is in the lore room, I myself am here for the Council. Has Elrond not told you of the details of the Council? I must admit, that has me a bit surprised, as the events relate to you somewhat. Dwalin, meet Niellune Ruinel, daughter of Aragorn and Arwen, grandaughter of Elrond. Niellune, meet Dwalin, son of Fundin, once a member in Thorin's Company who took back Erebor from Smaug."""
11486,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=25,2014-12-13T15:08:00,Great Confederacy of Commonwealth States,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">TA 3025<br/>Rivendell<br/>Dwalin</span><br/><br/>Dwalin, who had in recent years developed quite the liking for ancient stories of Forgotten Ages, was endlessly intrigued by the telling of the tale of Noldor. Indeed, the names were ones he had heard before. Even among Dwarves, who cared little for the world beyond their borders, some of the Great Heroes of the elder days and the battles of yore were also known. Some people had different names, of course, for translation makes everything fade a bit into obscurity, but the name Gil-Galad was well known, as was Elendil. The Battle of Dagorlad was a talking point of many Dwarven discussions of history, and Durin’s Folk had always used it as a reason to remain neutral towards the Elves. Their hearts were so pure that they threw themselves against the battlements of the Dark Lord even when his power was many times greater than it was now. Dwarves didn’t trust Elves, but Dagorlad was the exception. The story of the Ring, however, was another matter. Surely, Dwalin knew about the Seven Rings for the Dwarves, and the One Ring of power, but he had never quite connected them in this manner before. That the One Ring had been found intrigued him greatly, and it scared the life from his very being. Were Sauron to get hold of it…<br/><br/>Then, Dwalin realised what Gandalf had said about Gil-Galad. A name he had mentioned, an Elvish name he had heard before. An Elvish name he had come to respect, as one of the more likable Elves in the world. Elrond, that was the name. Herald of Gil-Galad. Did he hear it right? Was it really this Elrond who had fought Sauron the Great in the Great War of the Second Age? Or was it some name for his family, passed down from father to son? It was something he had to know.<br/><br/>“Gandalf, you mentioned Elrond as Herald of Gil-Galad. Do tell, is this Elrond the same as the Lord of Rivendell, the Elf that the Dwarves of Erebor have come to respect so much? And what happened to the Elven rings? Were they destroyed, like the Seven before them?”<br/><br/>There was, alas, no time to answer. At that moment, a little girl ran into the room. She was fair beyond the count of stars, her white face shining in the sun, glowing red with anticipation and happiness. When she spoke, it seemed like the mounted dust of years of travel suddenly fell from Dwalin’s shoulders. The ice in his heart, that had been building up through many a year of cold siege and icy exile, melted away, making way for warmth. Yet, there was a certain other feeling he got, too. This being was more than just fair. There was an air of bravery surrounding her, something royal. First, he excused himself towards Gandalf, before kneeling down to this girl, so that their eyes met at the same height.<br/><br/>“I’m sorry, Gandalf, we’ll discuss this matter when the conversation is a bit more... private. We have things to discuss that are not suited for the ears of a princess, even if she is of kingly descent. ”<br/><br/>Then he turned to the fair princess.<br/><br/>“Well-met, my lady Niellune. You are fair in the liking of Lady Galadriel herself, if any of the old stories are meant to be believed, and you have the stature of Elendil himself. Had I not known better, I would have seen you as a mixing of their lines”<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">TA 3025<br/>Fortresses of Anger<br/>King Thorin III</span><br/><br/>“And when we needed them most, they vanished! When the armies of Rhûn and Mordor combined their strength against our mighty gates, they sat by and let our people be killed, captured, or exiled. When the mightiest of all Dwarven Kingdoms was sacked by Lesser Men and Orcs, creatures of the Godless Depth, they kept up TRADE, and they kept up CORDIAL RELATIONS! And you, Glóin, Son of Gróin, say we should TREAT WITH THEM? DO YOU THINK ME WEAK?”<br/><br/>The voice of Thorin III, King under the Mountains, Marshall of Lamar, boomed like thunder through the great mountain halls of the Misty Peaks. The ground seemed to shake when he spoke, the pillars of the earth shuddered with fear and the gold shuddered with them. The High Dwarves, Dwarves of the Court of the King, looked around uneasily, unwilling to look at the king, nor at the man he was currently shouting at with all the vengeance of the world. While the guards, clad in their armour of iron and silver, remained undaunted and unmoved, the Lords of Court shuffled about like frightened children. The only three Dwarves standing absolutely still were Thorin, Son of Dáin, Glóin, son of Gróin, and Gimli, son of Glóin, son of the aforementioned Glóin I might add. These three Dwarves stood unabridged and opposite to each other, Glóin and Gimli on one side, Thorin III on his Golden Throne wrought from the gold of vanquished Goblin tribes. This silence endured a few seconds, just enough for Glóin to craft a well-mannered, but vicious response.<br/><br/>“My Lord, we cannot hold back this storm alone. One day, some Goblin or Orc or Valar-know-what spawn of Melkor will come across our hiding place…”<br/><br/>Grumbling among the Dwarven lords followed.<br/><br/>“Excuse me, our Kingdom under the Mountains, and we will be absolutely powerless. The defences we currently have do not stand a chance against a direct assault of 100.000 men under arms, not will all the hosts of the Eldar and the entire Order of Wizards on our side. This place is strong, but our enemy has grown stronger indeed. Khamul the Easterling…”<br/><br/>“Grumbling among the Dwarven lords followed.<br/><br/>“Accursed be his name and damned be his children and his children’s children for sixteen generations, of course. This filth has set his eyes upon us, we vows the extinction of Durin’s Folk, and we can’t keep our race hidden forever. Especially not if he bribes these traitor Dwarves of the East into giving us in. So, considering that, we need the help of the Eastern Clans. Without them, our position is hopeless, lest we seal ourselves in here for all eternity, and even then the Long Arm of Sauron won’t forget us. Send an emissary to Dale and the Red Mountains, or we shall come to rue the day that our pride weighed heavier than any common sense!”<br/><br/>The last word came out harder and heavier than expected, but it didn’t miss its intended purpose, for all the Dwarven lords began discussing among themselves, and a generally positive whisper arose from the hall. Even the King, before so staunchly against the idea, began stroking his long beard. He sat back down in his throne, supporting his head under his stroking arm, and looked into the darkness beyond the hall. Still many areas remained dark, for lighting was not easy to get without the large veins of gold running through the walls. Darkness and secrecy had become their ally for the moment, or, at least, their useful yet distrusted companion. For the Dwarves had merely taken up the Darkness as their tool and shield, while their enemy had been wrought from it, shaped by it. In the Dark, their enemy had gained his power, and he didn’t see the light until his power was absolute. At last, Thorin III rose up from his mighty seat, and proclaimed with his royal voice which carried long into the Shadow:<br/><br/>“You have my blessing, Glóin, son of Gróin. Go forth. I grant you all the diplomatic powers I can grant to a single person, so that you might perform this heroic act. I advise you not to take too much, to travel light, and to remain hidden. Dale, Erebor, and the lands beyond our current gates are dangerous and hostile, much more so than when you set upon your quest to reclaim our homeland. Take whatever weapons you need, but only as much as allows you to travel with speed. May the Mountain look down upon you, as I give you the blessing of Durin’s Folk. Go”<br/><br/>There was a slight muffle, a rumour, but no applause. These were not the days for applause, nor for celebrations of any kind. Glóin bowed deeply, as did his son, before they turned around and walked towards the armoury on the lower levels. There, Glóin would be suited up. Underway, he had a little conversation with his son.<br/><br/>“Well, father, you certainly showed him the strength of your bloodline. I cannot begin to imagine what honours await you in your quest. The dangers you shall encounter, hanging by but a thread of your life, chased around the Seven Kingdoms by all manner Orcs and Wolves. I envy you father, for your luck in getting this appointment by the King.” Gimli could not hide the grin . Of that last part, he probably only meant the first sentence. He was just glad he didn’t have to join in all the nonsense, doomed to fail anyway. Dwarves were stubborn, he knew, and the Eastern Dwarves were extremists in this. But, so was his father, and if he couldn’t bring him to other thoughts, he might as well take the most amusement as possible from it. This failed horrendously.<br/><br/>“I am sure, Gimli, that there is no need to envy me. No, for you are going to join me. As father and son, we’ll travel the lands on this royal errant, even if our enemies impale us on their high walls and pour molten gold into our eyes, so help me Gróin. Your grandfather would be proud, my son, for your bravery is unmatched by any living Dwarf. That you volunteer to accompany me is the sign of highest character, something I shall not soon forget!” With a grin of his own, Glóin winked at his son. It didn’t take long for him to spot the large eyes Gimli had put up, as well as the beads of sweat running down his head. In this manner, without uttering a word, they went about preparing themselves. The next morning, under the cover of absolute darkness, using a number of fake tunnels first, a labyrinth of a network only traversed by map or experienced guide, the two Dwarves left the Kingdom under the Mountains, Lamar, and headed East towards the survivors of Dale."
11487,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=25,2014-12-13T16:06:00,Nuridia,"Niellune curtsied when she was introduced and then her face turned red at Dwalin's grand compliment. She was seventeen now, but still when men complimented on her beauty it gave her an air of her mother. That wherever she was now she was watching Niellune and proud of her because they looked so much alike. ""Thank you Lord Dwalin."" ""Well my parents are Aragorn the Ranger and Arwen Evenstar, I'm sure they'd be pleased to hear such a thing."" ""So, are you here for my grandfather's council too?"" ""I was on my way to go find him, Lord Gandalf said he was in his lore room."" the princess said."
11488,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=25,2014-12-13T16:29:00,The Seleucids (Ancient),"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 250%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #FFFFFF""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Falón</span></span></span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Dale/Erebor</span></span><br/>As the hostility ceased Gróin dismounted his pony. He then listened to the story, it was a shock to hear that the battle of Dale happend six years ago and that all the while no Dwarves of the East had heard from it.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Six years?""</span>was the only thing he could put out of his mouth. He started to curse something in Khuzdul while he thought how this could have happend. Why didn't they send a raven or anything to the East? It was all strange for Gróin and it was hard for him to understand it.<br/>When the Soldier started to name places there was only one Gróin knew about, aside from Dale and Erebor that was. Gondor, a long enemy of Rhûn who's stories had made it to the East several times. Gróin knew that there had been occasions where Dwarves fought alongside Rhûn against this Gondor Realm though he did not mentioned it to these people. He started to walk in circles around his pony, trying to point it all out, but nothing made sence to him.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""What is this war about if i may ask?""</span>Once he asked this question he quickly followed with more, trying to gather as much information as possible.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Who's involved? Why are they involved? How does it come that Erebor got involved? Why didn't they call for aid? Who or what is left that can tell me more?""</span>"
11489,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=25,2014-12-13T17:13:00,G-Tech Corporation,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Graven Path, Northern Misty Mountains</span><br/><br/>Jatar grunted, settling himself down on the bed of the cart-seat for what had to be at least the eighth time. Next to him Narvi cast him a quizzical glance; the short man of the Dale couldn't see over the wain in front of the pair, and relied on the Rhun-man for information. In his laconic Westron, Jatar deigned to answer the querying eyes, his tones dripping with disdain.<br/><br/>""Still no movment, just like since mid-morning. It's almost as if these northern Snagas don't want us to get the grain through to his Dark Majesty's forces."" With a grunt he pulled the floppy felt hat lower over his eyes; the icy air of the mountains had still not felt much aside from the first finger of spring, and keeping warm wasn't easy, though this halt had at least stopped the chill daggers of wind from assailing his stocky ribcage. Along the road, barely a small cart and two oxen wide, wains and wagons were packed like Orcs in a camp, all waiting because some pompous airhead had trotted down the line ordering a halt. Jatar would have pressed on, but the large transport wain in front of him had stopped, and he couldn't barge past that. The Orcs aboard it were Brownlands bred, and devils with dice. The clatter of bones still filled the air from time to time, and arguing Black Speech about who had won what accompanied it. Jatar didn't fell like dicing more though, not with a day's pay comfortably gone from his pockets and filling the belt pouch of that stalwart Grishnart.<br/><br/>Even as the man of the East began to doze off for another nap, a rumbling boom awakened him. Standing up in his seat again, a tiny current of air buffeted him, and he rubbed his eyes to clear them. Ahead along the narrow mountain track a length of rubble fell away to the left, a large chunk of the mountainside. Did they have trolls working on debris clearance here? That was one mighty troll, to make such a crash. He turned to Narvi, to spin a tale of a giant mountain stone troll ahead of them, but saw the Dale-man barely holding back a smile. Obviously he was the ignorant one here. With a grin, Narvi spoke a single word. ""Fire."" in the Black Speech. At his left forearm and right temple a faint light of fire kindled, and Jatar pounded the base of a burly palm against his sun-tanned forehead. ""Gar, I am a fool. Of course they would use blasting fire to widen the passage."" Narvi frowned at him as he spoke. ""You still booked to take the Oaths once we reach Mount Gram? I wouldn't want to get impounded for your stupidity."" The Rhun-man waved him off. ""Yes, yes, after we deliver. I don't want to be fined either for noncompliance.""<br/><br/>Within the hour movement had started again, and Narvi chucked the oxen into plodding forward at their usual ungraceful gait. Within a few minutes they passed a stretch where the mountainside had been removed as if by an enormous hand, and the clank-clank of serf-gangs filled the noon air. High above the pass Jatar could make out a small black shape flying; one of the Fell Beasts, assuredly. Strangely, he felt no dread at its cries. But fact was soon lanced from his mind as the descent to Mount Gram began.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Barad-Dur, Mordor</span><br/><br/>On the obsidian throne the Dark Lord stirred, his pale visage and dark hair in sharp contrast in the low light of the chamber. His eyes were like twin embers, and when he smiled small leaks of flame flickered from the corners of his lips. Though some of the Nine had addressed him audibly, his response was far more visceral. Into the minds of those bound to him Tar-Mairon's dread speech moved, a serpent flitting between the lines of sanity and reason, a presence that would unhinge lesser souls. Some of the men quailed, their foreheads breaking out in fear sweat, but they sat still; Sauron brooked no cowards, and each man and woman in this chamber had been proven of stouter material than ten thousand of their kindred.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Khamul, swiftest of my sons, your voice I heard. The disposition of Erebor, the redoubt, is a matter of concern indeed; when you have rooted out the vile midgets of the line of Durin utterly, I shall be most pleased.</span>A tongue of fire dripped from a slight chuckle.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Ah, the haters of Elves since time immemorial. I shall send to you those of the fey folk who have heeded the voice of order; almost a match for the kin of Aule are they, and I have many men of the east who could fill the positions your Easterlings vacate. Pursue the last vestiges of Durin's folk until that line is utterly spent; so I charge you.</span><br/><br/>His gaze, that of the inferno trapped barely behind a wall of gems, then turned to the Witch-King, ancient Angmar, first of the Nine to listen to the voice of the Ring. Into the minds of all the tones of the Lord of the Earth rumbled, and one of the weak Khandians at the far end of the midnight banquet table clawed at his ears, whimpering.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Angmar, concern yourself not with worry. The West is broken. Where now are the Rohirrim, the line of Numenor, yea, even the blood of Elendil and Anarion are broken. The last gasps of the warm corpse are what you perceive, the final struggle of disorder before it is snuffed out. The vile Elves and Istari seek to plot, vainly rage against the ordained order of the world set forth by my father, but even now their doom approaches. Ride west, to the Gap of Rohan. Fall upon the city of Ost-en-Idhil and leave no stone standing upon another; so I charge you.</span><br/><br/>The eyes like points of the fury of Orodruin then turned towards another of the Nine, his dread servants; the Lord of the Midnight Sun he addressed, locking eyes with the invisible visage of the Fate-Dancer.<span style=""font-style: italic"">For you, most clever of my sons, I have a special task. The putrid cretins of the West know not of our road to their doorstep, have not divined the purpose of the Graven Path. A host I have assembled, another finger upon my hand, within the halls and passages beneath that which the men of Arnor named Mount Gram. They await you, legions of my finest soldiers and warriors. A repository of ancient enchantments lies west of Mount Gram, at Annuminas, where the men of Numenor once thrived.</span>He nodded towards the other end of the table from the nine, where a tall pale figure like a corpse sat, his brow furrowed and sweat dripping from his chin.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Vardamir knew it once, having served the last king of united Arnor, and shall lead you there again. Learn its secrets, and lay waste to the lands that feed Imladris and all sent against you; so I charge you.</span><br/><br/>Next Mairon the Admirable, Lord of Gifts turned to the Knight of Umbar, master of the southern fiefs and Southrons.<span style=""font-style: italic"">And you, strongest of my progeny, have a special task; I have seen stirrings in the south, beyond even your domain, where the remnants of Old Numenor make their homes. They are a proud people, but blinded by ancient hate. I would not see them ruin what we have built. You must keep both eyes fixed upon them, but I have other work for your right hand. Even now the accursed Eldar take ship for Valinor, forestalling the judgement of Middle-Earth that they so justly deserved. Build for me a navy so mighty as to make Numenor full of jealousy, and sever forever their hope of escape. Sack their Grey Havens, and leave only the weeping lament of mortality and age for them to endure; so I charge you.</span><br/><br/>Last of all he turned his eyes to the Mouth, he who was the Voice of the Dark Lord beyond the Barad-Dur. No words were spoken, for the enchantments that bound the thoughts of the Mouth to the will of the Dark Lord were closer even than those that caressed the Nine, though less sure. It was known then, and he did not waste his time upon the captains and commanders of legions, for a brief impression was all that was needed to bind them to the tasks the Tower of Shadow would have them do. Men and Orc-kin rose as one, their appetites quite lost, and trooped out of the room rapidly, fleeing the overwhelming presence of their master.<br/><br/>The Nine and the Mouth, however, remained seated, and into their minds Mairon spoke as a whisper.<span style=""font-style: italic"">There is more, a secret you must keep to yourselves, and hunt where you go. The One has returned to Middle-Earth.</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Tharnadin, Rochand, Mordor</span><br/><br/>Karsh kicked the sleeping recruit, his thick leather boot jarring the shorter Morannon Orc awake. A new puke from the breeding grounds in Gorgorth, this Baldag would serve the Dark Lord, or die trying. As the yellow eyes of the new blood flickered oepn, Karsh leered down at him, and thrust out a mug of grog. ""Wakey wakey sunshine, time to start earning your provisions."" Around Karsh the other members of his spear-troop began dragging themselves up from their bed-rolls; it was just a bit before dawn, but in the streets and houses of Tharnadin the shouts of sergeants and officers could be heard, a burbling cacophony of abrasive speech and vile insults. The Orc-host assembled here for the last month was finally ready to move out, and the higher ups weren't wasting any time now that the army was provisioned and ready to march. ""Remember your spear this time maggot!"" chuffed Sugnub from the loft of the hay-barn the troop had been quartered in, before the lithe Snaga scout dropped down from his perch in the beams. Baldag spat, and took the grog from Karsh's proffered fist, rinsing his teeth and spitting before draining the brew. ""Gar, that does my belly good sarge. Any bread, meat?"" Around the large Morannon brute hungry eyes turned to Karsh, and he smiled, displaying a mouth full of broken teeth from a horse-boy's mace. ""Look here lads."" He chortled, pulling a sack from his belt and opening it to reveal some strips of dried pork. ""Karsh knows how to take care of his own, I do."" With happy cries they laughed and clapped their hands, beating spears on their hide shields, and Karsh handed out the rations to his men. Twenty stout lads, most of them had seen battle in the slog west, but some were new blood barely trained to do more than stop and arrow for the veterans. All the same, he would try to keep them alive; if none of the new recruits ever lived, and his best Orcs kept dying as every battle ground them down, eventually they wouldn't be worth the parchment the regimental officers printed them on, and Karsh's own personal skin was all too likely to be killed.<br/><br/>""Spears up lads, make sure they're polished. We're moving out at sundawn, and the cocks should be crowing soon."" The Orc sergeant muttered to himself, then spoke again, his voice full of hate. ""Word in barracks is some of the horse-boys will be marching with us."" As the cries went up, some full of anger, some of dismay, Karsh raised a hand to his head, and slowly the howls of derision subsided. ""I feel the same as you lads, but think of it this way; every horse-boy who catches an arrow or a lance means one less of Mahor's lads who doesn't get spitted, and we all know he's a stout one to have beside us in a fight, him and his wolves. Orders are we treat them as equals; between you and me that seems silly, but we don't want them figuring out they're just manure for the fields, you catch my drift? Honored and respected allies of the Great Eye, that's what they are."" He winked at the other spear men, and scattered chuckles greeted him. ""Alright you louts, let's get moving.""<br/><br/>In a few minutes the small possessions each lad carried were packed up, alongside their rations and weapons, and the Orc band joined the lines of black and steel streaming through the byways and alleys of what had once been Edoras. Above it all a single fell beast swooped, an eye in the sky as a vast host began marching west towards the Gap of Rohan and Helm's Deep.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Southern Siege Lines, South of Lorien</span><br/><br/>Behind the earthen ramparts the new Orcs stared towards the eaves of the Golden Wood; stories were told of the despised denizens that the Dark Lord would crush utterly, even as far away as the Angfalch from whence some of the Yrch had been raised that now went into the line. It was a blasted land, a burnt hellscape of destruction between the spikes and pallisades of the soldiers of the Barad-Dur and the remaining mallorn trees imbued with the power of the Elf-witch. Stumps of the forest that had been burned before were intermingled with the craters where blasting fire had fallen, and over it all the sickly-sweet smell of death hung like a pall; many Elves, men, and Orcs had perished in the initial push by the forces of Darkness upon the borders of Lorien, but even the Nazgul leading the assault could not contend with the power the Lady Galadriel had wielded, and so Sauron's armies had settled into the siege that had ground on for five years. For five years a few dribs and drabs had been added to the number of the dead, Elven scouts unlucky enough to have been spotted by the operators of the siege ballistae and trebuchets, or hapless Orcs who drew the luckless job of forward reconnaissance. Now few had to die for such an end, for the immense observation towers steepled up towards the clouds, affording keen-eyed men and Uruks the ability to observe troop movements even unto the heart of Lorien itself, Caras Galadon.<br/><br/>Into this stalemate the fresh troops from Ithilien marched, ready for war, their armor shining and their skins as yet unmarked by dirt and grime. To some the besiegers looked more like brigands than soldiers as they packed up in their motley groups to be rotated to the rear, carrying pots, pans, bits of Elf armor and even helms of defeated men of Gondor. That was the difference between shiny new recruits and veterans; dirt, and an ocean of blood. Some tough units remained in their numbers, enough to keep the line stiff, but more were to be pulled back from the lines for a different campaign and rest and refurbishment, while a vast host of new Orcs and men, even men from the south, would replace them. The new host was predominantly archers and heavy infantry, a curiously static force for the normally lighter armies of Mordor, but there was method to this madness; within a day of their arrival the great constructs rolled all the way from the forges of the Barad-Dur had arrived, immense edifices of destruction prepared long for this day.<br/><br/>At the fall of night the iron siege machines began to work, and the chant went up from those who knew the tale of the breaking of Minas Tirith. ""Warwarg! Warwarg! Warwarg!"" It was punctuated by the thudding of drums, the grunt of the monstrous Olog-Hai, and the grinding of gears and cogs within the devices themselves. Three of them there were, taller than five trolls, and through the air their arms moved with ponderous force, building to a creschendo of violence unseen for five years. ""Warwarg! Warwarg!"" The veterans had eyes of fire, lips curled back in laughing snarls, remembering the flames above the dying redoubt of the Men of the West and the lurid glow of the crumbling defenses, the crash of the end of the world. With the creaking of ropes and forged cable, each of the mighty machines released itself, a climax of the toll of fate. One after the other the arms rose, flinging stones of blackened rock high into the air, as high as eagles could fly, each the size of a small house. ""Warwarg!"" The besieging Orcs were almost screaming with frenzy, their voices harsh and full of power. Now was the hour of doom.<br/><br/>High above the forest garish flames of green sorcery, perhaps engineering akin to enchantment, enveloped the projectiles, and with flashes of light they splintered, Beyond the dead zone they flew, farther than even the eye could see clearly, and their remnants crashed down all about the defenses the Elves had erected, their still living trees and siege lines, their outposts and redoubts. Some chunks were large enough to crush man and Elf as they landed, but all burned with the damning flame. It stuck where it landed, and as men beat at it it clung to them like thick sap, burning flesh, bone, and even through armor of metal, corrosive as hate and as destructive as the will of Morgoth himself. All about the forest that night the immense engines spoke, three to the east, three to the north, and three to the south of the beleagured wood. Down the arms wound, muscles of trolls surging with strength; a team of ten was needed to wind each engine, a telling testament to the power of craft that had forged the lineage of Warwarg, destroyer of the White City. Within half of the hour more luridly flaming stones rose again from behind the siege lines of Mordor, bearing more death to the foes of Tar-Mairon, Lord of the Earth. The Voidspeakers, whose forebearer was Warwarg, delivered the eulogy for Laurelindórenan, last hold of the Light east of the Mountains.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Pelargir, Hyralondie, Mordor</span><br/><br/>Hammering and sawing. That was what filled the mind of Haarith, shipmaster of the Second Quay, day and night. He rubbed his temples softly as he emerged from the Shipwrights Hall, back into the din of the Harbormouth. Pelargir had been a great city once, before the devastating wars of the Kinslayers. Now it was growing again, headed towards the heights of power of which the old families still spoke. The Lord of the Tower of Echthelion was making all things new here; from the forested woods of the southern fiefs timber had come, as it had not come for ages, and even vast trees from the wild woods of Fangorn and Mirkwood had been brought by long cart-caravan to here near the Mouths of the Anduin. A great ship-building and working was enriching the land, and many of the displaced persons of the End of the Age of the Stewards and the Return of the King had come to the ship yards to work and lend their able backs to the work. Above the harbor flew the obsidian blade and steel crown upon their field of scarlet, the banner of the Kingdom Restored, and through the streets strode men bearing the same device upon their shields and hauberks, making sure the rule of law and order was kept."
11490,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=25,2014-12-13T17:39:00,Krugmar,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Hîr-Burôdasînkal</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Citadel of Narik-Zadan</span><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Dark Citadel""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.icap.me/1091418486773c37f.png""/></div></div></div></div><hr/><br/><br/>Burôdasînkal could feel the change in temperature as he left Brûn Aglar, the cold citadel sheltered its inhabitants from the humid climate. He was on his way towards the citadel docks, separate from the city docks, which held his finest warships. Walking silently beside him were the members of his Old Guard, his trusted companions and advisers, and numerous nobles of Bellakar who wished to curry favour with him. Burôdasînkal could hear them muttering behind him, talking of events happening in the rest of the world.<br/><br/>""Gimlân, what news do I hear you speaking of?"" asked Burôdasînkal, wanting to know what they were talking about.<br/><br/>""We were discussing the 'King of Gondor' my Lord, a vile pretender to your throne"" said Gimlân. Gimlân was a vile little beast, enough Numenorean blood in him to make him a highborn, but also a worrying amount of Haradrim blood which made Burôdasînkal wary of him.<br/><br/>""Sauron holds Minas Tirith, and with it Gondor, at the moment. I can only hope that he gives me what is mine, though I doubt we have the strength of arms to relieve him of it"" said Burôdasînkal.<br/><br/>""Sauron should be humbled by the sons of Numenor, our glorious King once captured him after all"" piped in Azulzîr. Azulzîr was liked more by Burôdasînkal, though his family too had debased themselves by letting Easterlings and lesser men marry into them. Was there any future left for the proud Numenoreans?<br/><br/>""This Aragorn has a child, the line of Elendil continues"" said Gimlân, stopping to spit when he mentioned Elendil's name, ""Damned elf-friends, faithful bastards"" he continued and received murmurs and nods of agreement from the others.<br/><br/>""Then more children of Elendil will burn when I restore the honour of our people"" said Burôdasînka. He gave a motion of his hand informing his Old Guard to block the line of sight between him and his advisers, he did not wish to speak any further.<br/><br/>Soon they reached the citadel docks, here were the greatest warships that Bellakar could offer. The flagship,<span style=""font-style: italic"">Pharazbalak</span>or Golden-ship, was a behemoth and dwarfed all the nearby ships. Soon Burôdasînkal would take this fleet, along with the Corsairs fleet, and set fire to all lands held by the Faithful. Then he would draw out the children of Elendil and destroy them, the Faithless would be redeemed and Numenor could be restored in these new lands."
11491,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=25,2014-12-13T22:00:00,Elerian,"<span style=""font-style: italic"">Breelands, the Half-Hand</span><br/><br/>His horse gave a snorted in protest as Cedovar led it past a lazy gurgling creek. He would have liked to stop and rest for a short while, but his bad timing wouldn’t allow it. Cedovar and the nineteen other riders behind him were marching single file to Bree. It was in the late afternoon and the sweet smell of honey and other assorted goodies told him Bree was not far ahead. Cedovar and his squad of riders were supposed to have arrived in the late morning, though a group of ruffians had delayed their travel by several hours. With their spears wetted by the blood of criminal’s, and their arses sore from riding for days, the Hobbits were ready for a pint and a good rest. Yet, Cedovar and all his men knew that they would get neither. They hadn’t been given several weeks’ worth of food for a little foray across the Brandywine; they were here to stay for a good while.<br/><br/>Off in the distance the Half-Hand could hear the shrill cries of children at play. It brought both, hope and despair to his heart, for he knew what horrors were in store for them should his Cousin fail. With renewed certainty Cedovar began jogging towards the town, and with a grumble his men picked up their pace to match his.<br/><br/>Several minutes later the Hobbits were jogging through the wooden gates of Bree. It would have been a spectacle several years prior had the Bree-folk seen Hobbits arrayed in battle armor, though now it was commonplace to see the gleaming arms and armor. The Half-Hand waved a hand and his men dispersed to go and grab whatever supplies they would need. He had already bid them go to The Prancing Pony when the sun had set behind the hills, and knew that they would return. But for now Cedovar allowed his men to do whatever they had to before they set out, most likely for the last time.<br/><br/>Cedovar opened the creaky oaken door to the Prancing Pony Inn. A draft of strong ale, stale vomit, and pipe smoke filled his nose as he stepped through the doorway. Had he been a man he would have had to stoop to enter the hall, but he was a proud little Hobbit. With a smirk Cedovar walked up to the blond haired Rohirrim man that sat solemnly at the bar. Sitting on a stool several seats down the Half-Hand ordered a pint for himself and another for the dour looking man.<br/><br/>“The names Half-Hand, from the smell of you, you must be Zedekiah” Cedovar said with a toothy grin.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Michel Delving, King Marimac</span><br/><br/>Marimac sat atop his makeshift throne in his Hall in Michel Delving. With a great sigh he heaved himself up and walked to his study as the last of his petitioners walked out the front door. With his fur coat and guards trailing behind him the stout King waved his guards away. It seemed with every passing day the tidings got ever darker. Lothlorien was on teetering on the precipice of destruction, Orcs were everywhere, and with every passing day Sauron grew ever stronger. He’d done everything he could to prepare his people for the impending apocalypse, and yet nothing was enough to stem the tide of evil that flowed from Mordor with each passing hour.<br/><br/>But today was a victory, albeit a small one with grave consequences. Many years past his advisers had urged him to begin seeding spies into Sauron’s forces in the near East. Marimac reluctantly agreed and paid a small fortune to pay for the spies and to prepare some of his own loyal Hobbits to infiltrate the army. Some of the spies were never heard of again, while others gave contradictory reports, revealing them as traitors to Marimac’s cause. Yet, many lived and fed him valuable information over the years. And, so after their great success he has put together a cunning network of spies that stretched from the gap of Rohan so far as Gondor of old. A system had been set up that made it if one spy was caught, the rest of the operatives would remain intact. And, so his victory was the knowledge of an army moving west from Orthanc. He knew not how many creatures resided in its ranks, but from the reports he had been given, it had to be in the thousands.<br/><br/>So, several hundred of his archers and riders were sent along the Greenway to harry the army’s advance and slow it at any cost. However, if they were to engage they were bid to only do so if they were assured a victory. In addition to this Marimac decided to send 500 militiamen and archers to fortify and hold Tharbad. If they were successful, Marimac surmised, then they could buy the Shire as much as a week more to prepare.<br/><br/>In the meantime Marimac decided to send more workers west to work the mines in the Blue Mountains. The more Iron they received, the better equipped they would be when the time came for battle. And, as an even greater measure, Marimac decided, much to the outrage of the locals, that food should henceforth be rationed and second breakfast be outlawed to conserve food for the coming days. The people wouldn’t like him for it but it had to be done.<br/><br/>Marimac arrived at his room and removed the heavy crown from his brow. Placing it on a table, he removed his cloak and crawled in his bed. For now he would sleep on his troubles.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Varangi Gratis, Dead Marshes</span><br/><br/>The orcs squealed as they were tied up to the wooden posts. Varangi and several other clansmen had captured them while they were on patrol in the marshes. Varangi stood from his wooden throne and approached the four mewling orcs. His bone armor clinking, Varangi stopped a foot from the four orcs and eyed them for a few moments. Varangi turned towards the assembled tribespeople and asked; “shall we have a show?”<br/><br/>A roar erupted from the hundred throats all pushing and shoving to get a look. Varangi turned his back on the crowd and with a grin pointed at two of the orcs. Two clansmen came forwards and cut free a burly green Morannon orc, and another stooped Snagga. They were brought to a small muddy pit and tossed inside, one at each end. The considerably smaller Snagga was thrown a small bone knife while the Morannon orc was given a short, knobby club. The two orcs realizing what was happening took their weapons and looked wide eyed at one another. Minutes before they’d been comrades in arms, but now they had been turned into enemies.<br/><br/>The smaller and faster Snagga orc figured out the situation faster than the other orc and charged it with knife in hand. As it got close the Morannon orc lashed out with his club and missed. Taking the opportunity the smaller orc punched the other one in the gut and slashed at the larger orc’s neck. The Snagga missed and cut open the other orc’s face. Black blood began pouring over the ground as the Morannon orc jumped at the Snagga, wildly swinging his cudgel. The Snagga moved back and dodged the blow but got stuck in the mud and fell back. With the crowd screaming at the bigger orc to finish the job, the bigger orc heaved his cudgel to strike at the Snagga’s head. Once he pulled his arms over his head to pound the Snagga, the Snagga leapt forward and stuck the Morannon orc in the stomach. And just like that, it was over.<br/><br/>Varangi had been watching from afar and now that it was over walked towards the pit. He motioned for some clansmen to drop a ladder into the pit. Dropping the knife the Snagga climbed the ladder out of the pit, and was greeted by Varangi. He had his clansmen tie up the dismayed Snagga. For a few seconds the Snagga struggled against the clansmen but with a powerful blow, Varangi stopped his struggles. With a wide smile Varangi bid his clansmen to carry the Snagga and follow him. They arrived at a black basalt altar just as the rains began to fall upon those gathered to watch. The Snagga was lashed to the altar and several braziers were lit for the coming ceremony. Varangi said several ceremonial words as the Clan’s shaman walked from the crowd to join Varangi. Presenting him with a long black knife, the shaman said his own generations old ceremonial words, then taking the long knife, Varangi plunged it into the orc. He cut around the orc’s heart as it lay there watching. Once the heart was loose, he plucked it from the cavity and presented it to the crowd as the rain poured over them all. Varangi brought it to his mouth and took a large bite out of the still beating heart, taking the life energy from the orc and transferring them to himself. It was a tradition that the men believed would give them the strength of the sacrifice. Varangi took the rest of the heart and tossed it into one of the braziers, offering the rest of it to his people’s gods. Then the shaman finished the ceremony and the clan went back to the captives, there were two more orcs to throw in the arena."
11492,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=25,2014-12-14T06:19:00,Liecthenbourg,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Mouth of Sauron</span><br/>Through telepathic tongues Sauron had spoken to his Voice, and he nodded in agreement to the words of his Lord but was seen to be taken back by the news of The One returning to Middle-Earth. He inhaled deeply, resting upon his exotic staff as a walking stick as he gestured wildly to the remaining audience. ""My Lord"" he began pompously and extravagantly. ""Several regiments, especially during the Siege of Mount Gram and the Conquest of the Mirkwood Forests, sometimes found difficulty in receiving their weekly rations as it ended somewhere else and whatnot. I have designed a system that entails a sort of census supported by Black Magic which has so far been successful in my limited implenetation in the North and West of your lands. I recommend we move to fully fealty across all those who walk within the Dominion of the Great Eye."" A chorus of nods seemed to and the Mouth's lips formed a subtle smile, his teeth visibly showing a stained with malice and hate - the Voice of the Dark Lord was not to be trifled too. Once he was done, the Mouth bowed illustriously and parted quite rapidly through the grand doors of the hall. Soon enough, after descending down many flights of obsidian stairs within the Great Barad-Dur, the Mouth arrived at the Fellbeast Pens. Here, he past by the Orc tamers and Uruk Captains that were stationed to the location and merely entered a pen. With grace and experience did he mount his fellbeast, which, before anyone could object to otherwise for whatever reason, had already taken off into the air - a course for Isengard ahead of it.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Khamul</span><br/>Khamul nodded at his masters instructions, for he too wished to see the fat midgets crushed under iron boots. Their very existence countered his claim to Lord Under the Mountain, one which he had adopted merely out of spite for Durin's Line. Now here he listened to the tale of The One returning to Middle-Earth and he was heavily intrigued. He didn't believe he'd have the ability nor facilities to capture such an item on his own, given his theatre of war - but he had full confidence in his brethren in acquiring such an important goal and if need be, he'd assist as well. As the Mouth left abruptly he too did follow to the Fellbeast pens for he needed to return to Erebor at once.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Lonely Mountain, Rhun</span><br/>Jerrek yawned heavily, earning glances from his fellow three compatriots. ""Didn't you get enough sleep?"" inquired Tigeke, a smirk spread across her face beneath the armoured helm she wore. A groan escaped the lips of Jerrek, earning a stifled chuckle from Margoz and Kemik as they adjusted the rope that descended downwards into the abyss. ""I did, but, Melkor, I'm tired recently. They have me on patrol duty by the ramparts of Dale, to watch the caravans as they come back and forth."" to add emphasis he gestured towards the throne room gate with the halberd he placed upon the ground. ""Aw, isn't that a shame?"" came an almost instant response from the woman once again, causing Jerrek to curse beneath his breath.<br/><br/>""If you two could stop flirting and help with the fucking rope..."" Margoz retorted in annoyance, tugging the rope to test its strength from its tied position to the throne room chair. ""If this bloody thing can support a fat midget King it can support us as we descend downwards.""<br/><br/>""You do have a point."" Kemik replied, nodding in agreement as he picked up a small piece of green rubble, likely from the battle that occurred here all those six years prior. He recalled the event quite well, being on the front lines as the battering ram tore apart the doors of the throne room that had now been rebuilt. As they were swung open he charged, several of his fellows drawing forth their shields to become a giant wave of metal against the Dwarven bows and ballistae. Behind them Khamul himself rode upon his fellbeast leading the charge, which in turn did boost the morale heavily. And that is when it occurred, as a testimony to the defiance to Easterling rule, the Officers never revealed the location of the Arkenstone. That was until tales from tortured men of Dale revealed that the Arkenstone had been placed upon the chest of Throrin, deep within his tomb in the mountain.<br/><br/>""Someone, light the lamp."" Tigeke instructed, breaking Kemik from his train of thought. In response, he cast down the piece of rubble he had acquired and awaited for it to hit the bottom of the abyss. A few minutes had past, which themselves felt like hours until a faint echo of contact was heard. The lanterns were brought forward and each member of the expedition tied them to their belts, but as so had left the capes up upon the throne room floor to not allow them to catch alight. All they had were their armour, scimitars, pickaxes and eachtother to rely on to continue with their goal and quite the goal it was. With final inhales, one by one they slowly grabbed onto the rope and began to abseil down the rock side, into the darkness."
11493,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=25,2014-12-14T06:38:00,Asyir,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Seleucids <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323432&amp;p=22785728#p22785728"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 250%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #FFFFFF""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Falón</span></span></span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Dale/Erebor</span></span><br/>As the hostility ceased Gróin dismounted his pony. He then listened to the story, it was a shock to hear that the battle of Dale happend six years ago and that all the while no Dwarves of the East had heard from it. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""Six years?""</span> was the only thing he could put out of his mouth. He started to curse something in Khuzdul while he thought how this could have happend. Why didn't they send a raven or anything to the East? It was all strange for Gróin and it was hard for him to understand it.<br/>When the Soldier started to name places there was only one Gróin knew about, aside from Dale and Erebor that was. Gondor, a long enemy of Rhûn who's stories had made it to the East several times. Gróin knew that there had been occasions where Dwarves fought alongside Rhûn against this Gondor Realm though he did not mentioned it to these people. He started to walk in circles around his pony, trying to point it all out, but nothing made sence to him.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""What is this war about if i may ask?""</span> Once he asked this question he quickly followed with more, trying to gather as much information as possible. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""Who's involved? Why are they involved? How does it come that Erebor got involved? Why didn't they call for aid? Who or what is left that can tell me more?""</span></div></blockquote><br/>""You don't know?"" Willam asked flabbergasted by the dwarf's ignorance, or was it just that he simply did not know? Have the struggles of Middle-Earth gone unnoticed? Had Sauron covered it up? With a low voice, Willam leaned towards the dwarf from his horse.<br/><br/>""You have heard of the Great Eye in the land of Mordor yes? The One Ring of power? The war is about the recovery of this Ring, and the destruction of all that is good. Nearly every kingdom, from Bree to Gondor was involved. We are trying to defeat the evil forces of Sau......"" He stopped there,""we sent ravens east. Did they not come? If you need to be told more, follow us back to Lothlorien. Lady Galadriel can tell you, maybe our King Bard."""
11494,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=25,2014-12-14T09:57:00,Black Marshes,Reserved
11495,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=25,2014-12-14T10:25:00,Nuridia,"""Well if you'll excuse me now, I'm going to go find my grandfather."" ""He's probably looking for me too, but if not he's probably busy with the council and everything."" ""I'll be back as soon as I reach the lore room, I never liked to waste time."" Niellune bid Gandalf and his frfiend farewell before looking for Elrond. She headed up to where the lore room was after asking one of the servants where it was, hopefully he wouldn't be too busy. He still missed her mother as much as she did, she was his only daughter after all."
11496,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=25,2014-12-14T15:16:00,Shaggai,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Mirkwood</span><br/><br/>In the heart of the Mirkwood, Gonurl Darkweaver held court. His throne was formed of a thick web, stretched between two trees. It was lined with bundles of web, which contained the husks of slain enemies. Mostly they were elves, but here and there a larger, more oblong bundle demonstrated that his subjects were not immune to his wrath. All in all, it was calculated to provide a strong impression on those who would approach him.<br/>Gonurl was hearing petitions at this particular moment, and a long line of his subjects stretched before him. He dealt with them with iron justice. His word was law, and none dared contradict him lest they end up as another husk on his throne. One spiderling claimed that one of her captured prey had been stolen; Gonurl ordered the thief to provide a replacement. Another sought justice for a child slain. The murderer was wrapped in web and presented to her to deal with as she pleased. The list went on, until finally one of the Great Spiders, a general in the army, knelt before Gonurl.<br/>""All glory to Gonurl Darkweaver, Emperor of the Spiders, grandchild of Ungol, may he fulfill the will of Lord Morgoth,"" hissed the spider. ""Your armies are ready and hungry for war. They wish to kill the enemies of Lord Morgoth. Will you grant them this boon?"" Gonurl thought for a moment, then replied.<br/>""I will grant their wish. It has been too long since I tasted the blood of men. We shall drive the men and dwarves out of the Grey Mountains, killing all who do not flee fast enough. Gather the armies. We will march out soon.""<br/>The general left promptly. Gonurl turned to a nearby messenger and said, ""Bring this message to Sauron: Gonurl of the Spiders wishes for an alliance. What terms would be available?"" The messenger repeated the message, then scuttled off into the darkness of the forest."
11497,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=25,2014-12-14T15:52:00,The Seleucids (Ancient),"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 250%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #80BFFF""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ruzûlizar</span></span> <span style=""font-weight: bold"">&amp;</span> <span style=""color: #000000""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Khózûr-Dûm</span></span></span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Ruzûlizar</span></span><br/>In front of the large doors of Ruzûlizar a Dwarf dressed in black had arrived. While he did not introduced himself and walked straight into the keep everybody knew who he was. The large bone like hammer could not be missed by anyone, Khazad II Bonehammer, Son of Azulidôr III, Slayer of Krôk the Troll had arrived.<br/>His legend was even a great one amongst the Dwarves of Khózûr-Dûm themselves. It was told that Khazad had killed at least twelve Trolls all by himself, something that wasn't recorded anywhere before, not even the greatest men or elves had such record on their names. It was only a matter of seconds when Uzûd II Stonesmith, Son of Azdûl, Lord of Ruzûlizar, Lord of Azûl-Dûm, Lord of Azaldurûk got word of Khazad's arrival. He quickly got off his chair and walked towards the first hall where he met the famous Dwarf,<span style=""font-style: italic"">""My brother, I welcome you to Ruzûlizar.""</span>Uzûd said as he gave the Dwarf a hug.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""A great hold you have here if i may say so.""</span>Khazad replied out of kindness, he then came to buisness directly,<span style=""font-style: italic"">""I came here to offer our support for your plan.""</span><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""I see, come along so we can discuss it.""</span><br/><br/>The two went to a seperate room where they discusssed the plan, they both figured it had to make sence for the people of Rhûn, and this war in the west could be used to the Dwarves their advantage. Still it took two whole days till they came to an agreement, but most important thing was that they did.<br/>The plan was signed by both Uzûd as Khazad and would be delivered by Khazad himself, this on request of Uzûd who knew that it would make things alot easier. Nobody in the last 400 years had ever dared to challenge the word of the Blacklocks, not even Rhûn itself. Records only showed that the ones who did ended up perished on a battlefield. Uzûd knew that power of the Blacklocks as he knew several stories about armies double the size compared to those Dwarves who ran away into their holes or towns to avoid having to face these mercyless Dwarves in the field. Now this power was send to Rhûn with this proposal. Both Uzûd as Khazad where certain that Rhûn would accept it, if they didn't they would make further buisness between Rhûn and these two Dwarven clans close to impossible.<br/><hr/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 250%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #FFFFFF""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Falón</span></span></span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Dale/Erebor</span></span><br/>Gróin got the feeling he was being seen as a fool out there, how could he not know about the darkness, the evil within itself,<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Ofcourse i heard from it, great stories are told about it, how Durin IV of Moria joined up with the men and even with the elves! We also heard the story of the other Dwarves who join...""</span>He shouted out untill he heard the word ""recovery"",<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Recovery? You say that...""</span>He said while he got a cold feeling inside of him... The stories always told about the destruction of evil, how was it possible that this ring was not destroyed with it? What fool refused to destroy it? The man then spoke about ravens being send to the east. This was a suprise for Gróin as he never heard about ravens arriving, in matter of fact, it where rumors who told about the war and later refugees who told about Erebor,<span style=""font-style: italic"">""We never recieved word from the west..""</span>he said with a sad face, knowing deep in his heart that he dissapointed the Dwarves of Erebor such a long time ago and knowing that he couldn't help it wasn't really helpfull. Gróin fell down on his knees, realizing what had happend in all these years.<br/>After a few minutes he got up again, he was certain that he would get this figured out and that the Dwarves of the East would be informed as quick as possible,<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Take me to you're leaders yes and i'll make sure the Dwarves put these miserable fouls of the dark underground once more!""</span>he answered, full of pride once more. He quickly got up on his pony,<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Lead the way!""</span>"
11498,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=25,2014-12-14T15:53:00,G-Tech Corporation,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lower Smithies, Minas Anor, Hyralondie, Mordor</span><br/><br/>The thickly tanned man walked along the white streets of what had been the Tower of Guard, his lips barely quirked in a smile at the hubbub around him. His hair was dark, like the color of the pelt of a wolf, but cropped close about his head in the military style of the heavily armored knights of the Restored Kingdom. Beneath his feet the flagstones were almost silent, no broken or chipped pieces of tile to make noise clattering about; they too were white, a brilliant purity almost of driven snow, barely touched by the dirt of the heavy traffic that walked these streets. Here, close to the main gate, most of the lower classes lived. The smiths here were not men of finery and armor, but plowshares, spearheads, ironmongers and implement forgers. He did not denigrate them for their work though. Honest industry was its own reward, a pure form of life far removed from the plotting and politics he had to deal with on a daily basis.<br/><br/>One of the smithies in particular drew his attention, out of the entire street of those who worked metal and smelted ores. Why was not immediately visible, but he walked towards it nonetheless, pushing aside the black cloth that kept sparks from the street with a rough hand, battered and callused from the use of sword and spear. Within a man of Gondor, stripped almost bare save for some tattered trousers and a smith's apron, labored in the heat. His back was furrowed with lines where sweat had removed the soot and grime from his body, and the inside of the smithy felt like stepping into an oven. A pile of forged hoes and mattocks bespoke a humble agricultural bent to this establishment, but that was not what the smith worked on now. The man watched from the shadow near the door; the smith had not heard him come in, so bent was he to his work, a glowing radiance coming from the metal with each fall of his hammer. A great sword was he forging, and all his attention was upon the weft of the steel. Truly, the watcher could tell that this was where the man's passion lay; a sign outside his door named him as Beregond, a former soldier, now smith. Brave, to proclaim a former alleigance to the old false king, but courage was never a thing the men of the West had lacked.<br/><br/>Even as he worked though, a small movement caught the man's eyes, and he smiled, white teeth bare to the dim light in the forge. Next to the coal heap a child crouched, watching with wide eyes the work of the smith. This was not an ordinary child though; it was the progeny of an Uruk, and would one day grow tall and powerful, a servant of the Lord of the Barad-Dur. Such creatures were rare indeed, especially within the walls of Minas Anor. Only a few Orcs and Uruks ever came to this city, of the Renewed King. Though they were allies, they were needed more in the wars to the north, to drive the blade home into the breast of the Elvish deceivers. Even rarer were children of that kin; though Orcs and Uruks could reproduce after the manner of the children of men, most of the soldiers of Mordor and the other allies of the Kingdom were spawned, not birthed, a process altogether quicker but distinctly less likely to produce commanders and leaders. The man presumed this child, this male Uruk in its formative years, was one of the sons of the captains of Mordor, sent here to be raised in safety while his father was away at war. Such an agreement existed between the New Kingdom and Mordor.<br/><br/>Beregond drew the sword from the quenching barrel, the hissing of cooling metal filling the air for a moment, and he looked upon the finished blade with happy eyes. The child too had wonder in its eyes, and, for some reason, tears. But it caught sight of the watching man from the corner of its eyes, and bolted through a small hole in the wall of the forge with a gasp. The clatter of his flight made the smith break from his almost trancelike state, and he looked at the man at his door with confused eyes. With a smile and a wave the tall tanned man departed back through the door, only to see the Uruk sitting down on the stone side of the road, weeping.<br/><br/>He approached it slowly, and then sat beside it, laying a weathered hand on its shoulder. The Uruk didn't jerk away, the strange little creature, but was so sad it merely buried its face in the thick cloak the man wore.<br/><br/>""Why so melancholy, young one? The day is bright, the birds yet sing. Is not this a time for the joy of youth.""<br/><br/>The Uruk child sniveled, and looked up into the wise and aged face of the man.<br/><br/>""There is beauty here, yes, sir. But I cannot be part of it."" It bravely tried to dry the unmanly tears from its face, and assume a stoic expression. ""I am only an Uruk, of the kin of Haldar the Fell, good for no more than war and destruction.""<br/><br/>The man's face hardened, as if a storm had passed before the sun.<br/><br/>""Who told you such lies, son of Haldar the Fell? How are you called?""<br/><br/>""I am Harthan. The children in the streets, they say I am no more than a failure of Morgoth, the Great Enemy, with a heart only of hate and breaking.""<br/><br/>The man then turned his head up and laughed, slapping the Uruk child gently on the back.<br/><br/>""Ah, I have no heard a better jest in many years. Harthan, son of Haldar, you are what you choose to be. Though the work of Melkor in the creation of the Orcs was corrupted by the jealous Valar, incapable of doing what he could, Orcs and Uruks are what they make of themselves. You were downhearted by seeing the beauty of forged metal, thinking you could never replicate it, yes? Talk to Theringol, the Forge-Master of the Upper Ring. He will set you straight. You too can be a smith, and not only of crude instruments of war. You have the gift within you, I will stake a good meal on it.""<br/><br/>Harthan sprang up. Children were always hungry. ""I'll take you up on that good sir. You really think I could be a smith?""<br/><br/>""I do, Harthan. I know it.""<br/><br/>A smile replaced the frown, and tears were soon dried. Down the road the unlikely pair walked, making for a nearby eatery the tanned man knew to be good. It was an incongruous sight to those who passed, but some smiled, and others suppressed grins as they strode about their business, passing the chattering Uruk youth and the tall and wise man. For Castamir the Restorer was known for such acts, to both man and Orc, and was much loved by his people.<br/><br/>But they did not see the tiny ember that sparked in his left eye as he strode along down the white pavements of Minas Anor.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Coldfells, Eriador</span><br/><br/>From the north they had come, sometimes marching in the darkness, sometimes under the cover of the heavy storm clouds that promised snow that were rolling like waves down across Eriador and the Misty Mountains. Nearly ten and a half thousands in strength, a mighty host from Mount Gram to lay waste to the little fields and isolated villages of Eriador, to impose the rule of the Great Eye upon the populace. In their train were many wargs and Warg-scouts, and through the dales and valleys of the Coldfells they hounded out every villager and settlement, forcing allegiance to Sauron and placing garrisons where high points of land would make for defensible locations to hold. On the south-western edges of these foothills some of the artisans began to erect a tower, the Daur-ni-Gulthang, to watch the approaches from the south and the hated marches of Imladris.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Gap of Lefnui, Ered Nimrais</span><br/><br/>This was a wild land, barely tamed by the sons of Gondor of old. Here older men still lived, men who had worshiped Sauron in the dark times before the coming of the Faithful up out of the Great Sea. They were a savage people, but easy enough to get along with; through their land a large road paved in basalt flagstones had been cut by the labor of countless men and Orcs, leading to the gentle slopes and hills between the line of the Ered Nimrais and the south-western spur of those mountains. Seldom used by either the Rohirrim or the sons of Anarion in years past, for it lay sundered from either of their lands, the lords of Mordor and the Kingdom Reforged had turned it into a means of passage to the Enedwaith and Eriador beyond, for the Gap of Rohan was already glutted with supply routes, and by this passage supplies and men could move from the western fiefs of the Kingdom Reborn and Harad with ease to the new battlefields beyond the Misty Mountains and Rochand. Now the road was dark with marching figures, a host of men of the shadow and Orcs coming up from the East to enter Eriador in might and splendor. Their outriders alone numbered in the hundreds, and with them too came tall striding men of the lineage of Numenor, their shields bearing the Sword of Castamir upon the scarlet field of the Blood of the Isle of the Star. They would fall upon the West like a storm, to put an end forever to the nuisance of the Elven lies and the pretender to the throne of Gondor.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Eastern Slopes, Fangorn Forest</span><br/><br/>Merak walked amidst the carefully planted lines of trees, shaking his head at the ash he stirred underfoot with each step. Even five years after the decimation of Fangorn, that which was said to have been one of the last great forests of Middle-Earth, the soil here still bore the charred remnants of countless millions of green lives. Orcs. So wasteful, thinking not of what use Fangorn could have been to Mordor and Tar-Mairon, but only of destruction. Some Uruks were more reasonable though. And he had heard that these woods had been inhabited by some sort of Elvish tree-demons. It was hard to know if those tales were fanciful enough; there were strange beasts in his native Kastima, creatures that men of these Western lands would not believe existed if he told tales of them. But still, even in the pursuit of wicked creatures, such wholesale destruction was hardly called for. Centuries if not millenia of hardwood growth had been lost in that hewing and inferno, timber which could have been put to good use building and in construction.<br/><br/>But that was why he and his kin were here. The soil of Fangorn was nutrient rich for some unknown reason, a curious phenomena given how poor most soils of great forests were. The white pines that his foresters had carefully cultivated appeared to have made the last two years count for ten, and already some good spear-shaft and arrow-haft wood could be obtained from some of the groves. In time the timbers would grow great and tall, suitable for ship-building and the beams of houses, giants in their own ordered rows for the stewardship of man. But that day would still be a way off. Until then, night was closing in, and Merak turned, his wizened face looking for the comforting red light of home and hearth, where his wife and grandchildren would be waiting with supper.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Carrock, Wilderland</span><br/><br/>From atop this rock one could see all of Rhovanion; it was obvious why the Nightwalker had chosen this outcropping for his new citadel. Fertile lands surrounded the river-nestled spire on all sides, to the foothills of the Misty Mountains in the west, and the eaves of Mirkwood the Great to the East. Timber would not be in short supply, with the cooperation of the Spiders, nor stone from the quarries in the west. Atop the Carrock several hundred artisans were hard at work, their labors overlooking the camp of the Orcs of Mordor below. These wide lands were largely unpeopled now, though some folk called the Beornings and Woodsmen had lived here before. Enemies of the Grand Alliance, their ilk were now trammeled in Lorien, beasts looking for a way out of the snare into which they had placed themselves. Wainriders would come here, peoples that had fought with the Elves' lackeys before, those who had had to leave their ancestral homes to find new lands to settle. Sauron had given the land to them, staunch allies of Mordor and Rhun.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Undmarch, Dead Marshes</span><br/><br/>Orthug scowled at the prisoners. This was a mess. Two patrols had disappeared in as many weeks, strong fighting men and Orcs that it would be quite embarrassing to replace, given the need for requisition from Mordor itself. This region was supposed to be pacified- it<span style=""font-style: italic"">was</span>pacified. How the blasted False King and his swine had snuck enough men east to attack the Causeway and take out entire patrols, that was a major breach in security. Down below in the pit one of the Uruks punched the taller man in the face again; he was already bloodied from several beatings, and next to the Uruk a eastern man sat, his face in an expression of distaste at the whole affair. Where they came from, how many they were; these were all questions the Uruk plied the prisoner with.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Dol Guldur, Southern Marches of the Greenwood</span><br/><br/>The spider had emerged from the northern woods before the great walls of the Girdle of the Hill of Watch, seeking to treat with those who served Tar-Mairon. It said it would only speak to a direct servant of the Lord of Mordor, and so the Starblinder had come forth from the keep to treat with it. His dread visage obscured by the black steel armor forged for the Nine, a mask of his old human appearance, the Starblinder spoke to the spider.<br/><br/>""I speak for my lord Mairon the Admirable. What news from the realm of the Darkweaver, lord of all great spiders and their kin?"""
11499,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=25,2014-12-14T17:50:00,New Armarzia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Prancing Pony, Bree<br/>Lloyd the Wayfarer</span><br/><br/>""Then I will be honored to accompany you, I have always wanted to see the house of Elrond,"" said the traveling man as he thought of the tales of the fair elves told by men on their isolated farms. ""I carry everything I have on my back. Once I am finished with this drink I will be ready to leave at your conveniences,"" finished Lloyd patting his pack on his back and then raising his mug for another drink.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Prancing Pony, Bree<br/>Zedekiah Alanule</span><br/><br/>""The road was safe at the very least,"" responded Zedekiah to the ranger without looking up. For Zedekiah Bree brought mixed feelings. He was glad a stronghold of man still stood strong, but the men of Bree continued to not act as the rest of man fell which brought about conflicting feelings towards those of Bree. A voice sounded from farther down the bar off to his right as a drink was handed to him from the barman. ""Forgive me, it seems those I have been waiting for have arrived,"" to the ranger as Zedekiah shifted seats to be closer to the hobbit.<br/><br/>""You are correct master hobbit, I am Zedekiah and it is a pleasure to meet you, but I do sincerely hope there is more of you. I was expecting...a more formidable force. I do not mean to offend, but the journey I had planned may be dangerous with the darkness that looms over us in these days."" Zedekiah looked to the lone hobbit for a response."
11500,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=25,2014-12-14T18:30:00,Osnil,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Prancing Pony, Bree<br/>Afrren Toen</span><br/>""I will drink to our journey,"" Afrren said, raising his mug for a drink, ""may it be swift, and riddled with few delays.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Prancing Pony, Bree<br/>Drogo Proudmead</span><br/>""Nothing is more dangerous than these days. And again, welcome to Bree. I am Drogo Proudmead, the governor of these fine lands. Sadly, we have only 2,000 men, hobbits, and foreigners at our disposal, but we make do for now. It is out of concern for our few numbers that I await a representative from the Shire to strike a deal so that when Mordor knocks at our door, we may survive,"" Drogo said, raising his mug for a drink."
11501,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=25,2014-12-14T20:35:00,Asyir,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Willam Iron-Wall<br/>Miles west of Erebor<br/>TA 3025</span><br/><br/>Willam saw the dwarf was frustrated, and knew his words were sincere. With both hands, he placed his steel helm on his head. His men relaxed from their previous circular formation, and slowly assembled into formation. ""Well than master Gróin, we should get moving. I don't feel comfortable standing here for much longer. While I don't belive the Easterlings know yet of this pathway, we can't be careless. Carelessness is what gets you killed in the field.""<br/><br/>He motioned for his men to prepare to march West, following the Grey Mountains. Mirkwood was too dangerous, and Willam had not the force to use the pathways of the elves. Looking towards the Gróin, Willam decided he should at least introduce himself.<br/><br/>""Since we shall be travelling together you might as well know my name. I am Captain Willam, also called 'Iron-Wall', brother of King Bard II,"" Willam said in a rather majestic tone. ""We set out immediately. I hope your pony can keep up.""<br/><br/>With a swift kick, his horse galloped away, and the horsemen trailed behind him, as they rode for the Grey Mountains.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">King Bard II<br/>Caras Galadhon<br/>TA 3025</span><br/><br/>""My lord, the bombardment is fierce!"" Said a soldier in a frightful tone, as he stirred in his boots. The sky was an explosion of lights and death. Ash and other vile things filled the lungs of men and elf. Bard however stood unafraid of the tools of Sauron. He wielded the legendary bow of his great-grandfather, Bard, slayer of Smaug, in his hands.<br/><br/>""Let it come. We are the men of Dale! We will not give in to fear!"" Bard shouted as more explosions filled the air. The King of Dale went to and fro, and men's hearts were filled with courage. As the night sky was alight, Bard found his way to the court of Galadriel, high up in the trees of Lothlorien.<br/><br/>He saw her, and was taken aback by her sheer beauty, as he always did when he gazed upon her. With a sigh, Bard spoke to Galadriel,""my lady, we are being attacked by witchcraft and sorcery. We must do something. Are the ents within range for a ranged attack?"""
11502,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=25,2014-12-14T20:43:00,Nuridia,"""Galadriel?"" ""My great-grandmamma is Galadriel, my mother's mother's mother."" Niellune said to herself. It was the first time she had been compared to Galadriel, as she was golden haired while Niellune's was dark. ""I do sometimes wish that I had golden hair like Galadriel's."" she sighed and then thought about what was up ahead. Elrond was forming a council, maybe she can sneak out to listen and then find out more about Sauron. But first, she was going to find her siblings if they were still out there. They had to be alive, they had to. But Elrond would never let her go anywhere unescorted, she had to sneak out then. Since nobody seemed to be paying any attention to her, now was the time. She'd have to speak to her grandfather later, then Niellune's eyes widened when she realized she was outside the door of the lore room. Since she had a heavy frame she had heavy footsteps, she may've been pretty but she was far from graceful and Elrond had the hearing of the Valar.<span style=""font-style: italic"">It's fine, I'll just sneak past quietly and Grandfather won't even notice.</span>she thought in her head. She nearly squeaked when she realized that the lore room door was slightly ajar. ""Niell, calm yourself down."" ""Just walk past quietly and quickly close the door."" she whispered to herself before stepping past the door as quietly as she could."
11503,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=25,2014-12-14T21:14:00,The Starlight,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Imladris<br/>Lore Room</span></span><br/>Elrond had been looking over the lore of the forging of the Rings of Power, and the war that soon followed. Sighing, he walked to the balcony and looked out. It had been a long time that evil had come to the Last Homely House, but the elves were ready, their extra years giving them experience beyond everyone. But it had been a long 5 years, and no one knew where his daughter Arwen was. Just then, he heard a footstep past the door. Walking to it, he pulled the door open and looked left and right. ""Ah, Niellune, it is you. What can I do for my daughter's daughter?"" he asked."
11504,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=25,2014-12-14T21:19:00,Nuridia,"<span style=""font-style: italic"">Valar damn it! I'm the least subtle person in Arda!</span>Niellune swore in her head when Lord Elrond caught her. ""Oh, hello Grandfather."" 'I was originally going to ask you what you knew about Sauron and the latest happenings in Gondor."" ""Then I decided you were probably busy and so I decided to go for a walk instead."" she said. She didn't tell him she was going on a search for her family, tha'd be dumb."
11505,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=25,2014-12-15T07:55:00,The Seleucids (Ancient),"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 250%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #000000""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Khózûr-Dûm</span></span></span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Capital of Rhûn</span></span><br/>Khazad had arrived at the capital of Rhûn and he wasn't amused. He hated men, or any other race besides Dwarves for that matter. He only did this in favor of Uzûd who asked him to, though he did not do it with any pleassure. As he walked through the gate people quickly stepped aside, just like amongst the Dwarves, the men of Rhûn also knew his reputation like no other. The Capital of Rhûn was a large city and Khazad wasn't in the mood to search around, he figured that these men should call the masters to where he suited was best.<br/>As he arrived at a small square with a large bell in the middle he walked up to a guard,<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Get your master""</span>he said with an angry voice. The guard quickly nodded and took off into the distance. In the meanwhile Khazad sat down, waiting for the man in charge to arrive.<br/>Five minutes later there was still no sign of the man in charge and Khazad started to lose his patience, he looked at the large bell, it probably was a warbell, maybe enough reason for the man in charge to come down at once.<br/>Khazad stood up and got his hammer from his shoulder, he walked over to the bell and smashed his hammer against it, leaving a blaring sound to sweep over the city. People inmediatly looked up to Khazad with fear in their eyes, Khazad however could only set up a smile as he sat down once more, wating for this master of these people to arrive.<br/><hr/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 250%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #FFFFFF""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Falón</span></span></span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Dale/Erebor</span></span><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Well met William IronWall.""</span>Gróin said. Gróin was happy to know a name, though both William and Bard II did not ring a bell. It was fine though, Gróin hadn't heard from westerners in a long time and knowing that people had a very small lifespam it could be that generations had passed since the last word from the west.<br/>Gróin looked at his pony,<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Alright Step, show them that you can keep up.""</span>he whispered. The pony inmediatly started to run as fast as it could, it was just fast enough to keep up with the horses, Gróin just hoped that Step could hold on to this speed."
11506,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=50,2014-12-15T11:37:00,Raktio,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Southern Border of Loriel</span><br/><br/>As the destructive flames forged of sorcery or technolgy burned trees, the Ents took up what retribution they could. Although not able to hit the trebuchets further back, the much closer and smaller catapults were quite viable options for smashing with hand propelled boulders, many which had originated from the very catapults they flew at. Further in the trees did their best to isolate the flames which easily devoured them moving away from their burning companions."
11507,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=50,2014-12-15T11:46:00,G-Tech Corporation,"Nothing to see here, move along."
11508,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=50,2014-12-15T12:10:00,Lunas Legion,"<div align=""center""><span style=""color: #008000"">Lothlórien</span></div><br/><br/>""The Ents will do as the Ents will do, King Brand."" Galadriel sighed slightly. ""They take orders from no one but themselves, but I have no doubt that they are acting against the machines the Great Enemy has unleashed against us, and that the Men of Gondor said were also deployed against the Walls of Minas Tirith.""<br/><br/>She stood, stretching her arms out as if tired. ""See to your men. I shall do my best to dispell this hellfire the Great Enemy uses against us, but it carries a great risk, a risk which I must take to ensure the survival of Lothlórien.""<br/><br/>It was a great risk, using the power of one of the Elven Rings against the fire of the Great Enemy; although they had been carved by Celebrimbor rather than the Great Enemy himself, they still retained a link to the One Ring itself as the arts used in their creation was the same.<br/><br/>She began to chant, faintly at first, while Neyna's glow brightened, but steadily increasing in sound until the chant had become a howl towards the skies and Neyna grew as bright as the sun, too much to look at, before the light vanished and Galadriel's shoulders slumped in tiredness.<br/><br/>""I know not if it worked, but if it does not..."" She left the question open. If it failed, it was obvious what would happen."
11509,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=50,2014-12-15T13:37:00,Liecthenbourg,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Plaza of Khans, Mistrand, Rhun</span><br/>As the Dwarf struck at the bell in the centre of the plaza many civilians had clutched their ears at the ear piercing waves of sound that followed. As Khazad returned to his seat, a great shadow loomed over him. So large was this imposing patch of darkness that it blocked out the sun for a few moments. The Dwarf turned, in an attempt to see what it was that had been blocking out the sun - not a common thing in the clear skies of Rhun in addition to the overwatch the sun generally constantly had. Now, against his face were robes of black - that of Khamul. The Black Easterling had arrived at his capital from a detour to Erebor - for he had orders to relay (Which he had done so as soon as he arrived) and now the army stationed in the Mountains of Rhun had began their return to Mistrand.<br/><br/>""Is it not polite to await someone, especially after given assurance he will be summoned, Dwarf of the Orocarni?"" Khamul inquired, his voice nothing but an authoritative whisper of malice. His golden helm, shoulder armour and gauntlets gleamed in the sun intensely, causing mass reflections onto the ground and walls nearby. This was him, the Age-Old Khan of the Easterlings.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Tower of Orthanc<br/>Mouth of Sauron</span><br/>The Mouth of Sauron dismounted his fellbeast most hastily and entered his chambers within Orthanc as fast as he could go. He had to hurry, for the force he was to be commanding was already on the move towards the Gap of Rohan. As he twisted the key into the lock and opened the door, he felt a sudden feeling of tranquillity he had not felt in a long period of time. He sat at his seat and admired the room - ever since he had become Keeper of Orthanc it had slowly changed towards a sort of home away from home, bearing quite a grave similarity to that of his study within the Barad-Dur. Banners covered Orthanc from head to toe, that of the Great Eye. The internal workings and furnishings had been changed to the specifications of the Voice of the Abhorred Dead and now deep purple was a predominant colour alongside black. Perhaps the most amusing feature was that of a great portrait within the palanatir's chamber within the tower. It detailed the Mouth in intricate detail, standing by his seat in Orthanc - his staff which resembled the tower in one hand and the palantir in the other. It amused him heavily, he supposed he had allowed his command and titles in the War get to his ego but he frankly didn't care, it was well worth it. Breaking from his train of thought, he quickly grabbed his equipment - including his sword and personal field provisions before departing back to his fellbeast for he had forces to command.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Rhunic Encampment, Banks of the River Celduin, Rhun</span><br/>The cool and tranquil flow of the river was a sight to behold. Men of Rhun washed and horses grazed upon the open plains on either side as they awaited orders from Mistrand. None would have expected, especially the generals and officers in their large dinning tent to be receiving orders any time soon so when a horse galloped across the great road that connected Mistrand to Dale much confusion erupted amongst the Easterling Ranks. The courier reared his steed, the immense hooves of the creature then gracefully touching down upon the soft earth as the messenger dismounted. Bowing illustriously as he entered the tent, earning stairs from the dinning commanders, he approached General Yyveck Khar. The general removed his helm, revealing the typical swarthy complexion of the Easterlings. This was accompanied by his black hair and piercing green eyes.<br/><br/>""Yes?"" he asked through mouthfuls of fish and mead.<br/><br/>""My Lord, word from Khamul. He commands that within three days you must be on your way to Erebor, for he has a great assault planned and needs you and your men.""<br/><br/>Yyveck nodded and the messenger departed, the forces would be moved indeed, but just after this fine dining.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Under the Mountain, Erebor, Rhun</span><br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fR7EAdPUqvQ"" rel=""nofollow"">Mood Setting</a><br/>Kemik was the last to touch upon the floor, his pickaxe rustling slightly as his boots pressed against the stone. Tigeke waved her latern into the air infront of them, illuminating several wall torches that she proceeded to light at once. Jerrek began operating the system of pulleys that they had operated and soon down came the container, in it barrels of black powder acquired from the Dark Lord. Margoz, being his ever negative self proceeded to inform everyone on how they'd all explode if that were to go off.<br/><br/>""Charming"" Tigeke stated, beginning to lead the way with her lantern. Her three compatriots followed close behind, two holding their lanterns as well and the Jerrek carrying the barrel. Their picks swung back and forth, their flames flickered with, causing shadows to retreat and advance as they too trekked along the hollowed halls of stone and sadness. Eventually, they came across what appeared to be a small cave in. Jerrek set down the barrel of gunpowder and Tigeke cursed in annoyance.<br/><br/>""Now we're all goi-"" before Margoz could say anymore, he was interrupted by an elbow to the chest. He grunted in pain and back away from Tigeke, whom merely chuckled in response. As this went on, none noticed Kemik as he did something most peculiar. Grabbing his velvet belt he managed to carefully attach his lantern to his helmet, the great helm worn by most Rhunic soldiers, and picked up his pickaxe. He hefted the tool over his head and near his back before swinging it down at the rocks blocking the path, the clinking sounds finally catching the attention of his fellow Easterlings.<br/><br/>""Are you feeling alright, you stupid imbecile?"" asked Margoz. ""You're going to burn your fucking head off!""<br/><br/>""Enough with the profanity"" Jerrek chimed, folding his arms in annoyance.<br/><br/>Tigeke too spoke, mock in her voice as she laughed. ""It's going to be the best trend! Everyone will do it!""<br/><br/>Kemik merely looked at them and swung his pick once more, a smirk spread across his face as it hit the stone again and again. The others looked concerned but he then spoke, his very voice booming that resulting in shaking the caverns around them.<br/><br/>""I AM A DWARF AND I'M DIGGING A HOLE!"""
11510,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=50,2014-12-15T20:58:00,Asyir,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">King Bard II of Dale<br/>Caras Galadhon<br/>TA 3025</span><br/><br/>""Yes Lady Galadriel. I shall take my leave. I have noticed you look rather tired as of late. Perhaps you should rest?"" King Bard spoke in soft and caring tone. He had come to respect the Lady of Lothlorien as not only an ally but as a friend. He also knew she was the only hope for him and Dale. The King bowed low, and left her alone in her halls. His heavy plate boots clanking and scuffling as he went. When he arrived back at his camp where his men where gathered, he still saw the great green bolts of light explode in the sky.<br/><br/>""Damn your witchcraft and devilry Sauron!"" King Bard screamed towards the siege lines. He did not know whether or not the enemy heard him, but he hoped they did. ""Come and face us like men Orc scum!""<br/><br/>King Bard stood alongside his men throughout the bombardment, and upon seeing the Ents fire their own volleys, the men of Dale cheered loud enough that Bard believed Sauron could hear from Mordor.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Willam Iron-Wall<br/>Miles northwest of Erebor<br/>TA 3025</span><br/><br/>The host of riders marched until dark, when the sun was fully set across Middle-Earth. Willam noticed they made good ground, at least forty or fifty miles, a good distance for this rocky and hilly terrain. Eventually, Willam notice a small rock formation upon a hilltop, and decided they would make camp there. Riding ahead of his men, he said,""We shall eat and rest upon that hilltop for the night.""<br/><br/>Leading his riders up the hill, Willam studied the rock formation more in depth, but came to the obvious conclusion they are just a small rock formation. A rider behind Willam started directing others to start a fire, but the grizzled captain overheard this.<br/><br/>""No fire tonight. We still are within sight of the mountain. Even if it is just barely within sight. I want ten men a watch.""<br/><br/>The riders nodded in agreement, and soon rolled out their bedrolls and supplies. A few dozed off, and the first ten men slowly circled around the camp, looking for any signs of danger. Willam leaned up against a rock, and looked towards Gróin. With a smirk he made the remark,""your pony is quite fast. It could keep up with trained warhorses. Any other surprises I should be aware of?"""
11511,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=50,2014-12-16T04:39:00,The Seleucids (Ancient),"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 250%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #000000""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Khózûr-Dûm</span></span></span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Capital of Rhûn</span></span><br/>""Ah, Darkness, finally"" Khazad said to himself, though he then noticed that this kind of darkness had a smell attached to it. As soon as this figure came into Khazad's sight he figured where that smell came from; It seemed that his robes hadn't been washed out for ages. Khazad stood up,<span style=""font-style: italic"">""It is not polite either to keep your guests waiting.""</span>Khazad said with a smirk on his face.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""I'm Khazad II Bonehammer, Son of Azulidôr III, Slayer of Krôk the Troll as you may know. And with who do i have the pleassure today?""</span>he continued.<br/>Khazad was still a bit confused by the figure, the robes spoke of a homeless person though the gold that seemed to be made by the Dwarves told stories of wealth, perhaps a wealthy homeless guy? who knew...<br/><hr/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 250%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #FFFFFF""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Falón</span></span></span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Dale/Erebor</span></span><br/>Gróin was taking care of his pony when Willam came for a chat,<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Ah, Dwarves are full of suprises Captain.""</span>he said as he fed an apple to his pony,<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Step here has been my friend for almost 30 years now, with the job as an envoy of my father and king i often travel long distances over rough terrain, with that i'm also a family man and want to spend time with my wife and children as much as i can. For these reasons i have put much time and effort into Step to get him into the shape he is today.""</span>Gróin answered.<br/>He then turned around and looked towards the mountain,<span style=""font-style: italic"">""I can't emagine what you have gone through, must be terrible...""</span>Gróin said as he thought about how war often ended for the ones that lost...<span style=""font-style: italic"">""How long will it take before we reach our destination?""</span>he then said, hoping to get his buisness done as quick as possible. He wanted to help them but at the same time he couldn't wait to long before he had to inform his father about his findings."
11512,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=50,2014-12-16T06:24:00,Osnil,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bree, The Prancing Pony<br/>Drogo Proudmead</span><br/><br/>Drogo turned away from Zedekiah for a moment, then saw the innkeeper, Barliman Butterbur, motioning to him. He said, ""I have something for you from Afrren.""<br/><br/>""So he left already,"" Drogo sighed, ""I had hoped he would say goodbye.""<br/><br/>""He left with Lloyd the Wayfarer, not long ago after taking a drink,"" Barliman replied, ""and they seemed to be in a hurry.""<br/><br/>""So it is too late to say goodbye,"" Drogo said, ""what did he leave for me?""<br/><br/>""This,"" Butterbur said, handing him the note given him by Afrren. Drogo opened it and it read,<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Dear Drogo,<br/> We say goodbye at last. I feel better writing this note to you rather than saying goodbye in person. I promise you that I will return as soon as possible. Bree can and will hold off Mordor until I do so. <br/><br/>Afrren Toen</span><br/><br/>Drogo sighed again. His old friend had left, and he hadn't said goodbye. Putting the note inside his pocket, he saw another hobbit beginning to converse with Zedekiah. He walked over and said, ""You must be the representative sent by King Marimac. I am Drogo Proudmead, humble governor of Breeland."""
11513,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=50,2014-12-16T17:59:00,Asyir,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Seleucids <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323432&amp;p=22814971#p22814971"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 250%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #000000""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Khózûr-Dûm</span></span></span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Capital of Rhûn</span></span><br/>""Ah, Darkness, finally"" Khazad said to himself, though he then noticed that this kind of darkness had a smell attached to it. As soon as this figure came into Khazad's sight he figured where that smell came from; It seemed that his robes hadn't been washed out for ages. Khazad stood up, <span style=""font-style: italic"">""It is not polite either to keep your guests waiting.""</span> Khazad said with a smirk on his face.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""I'm Khazad II Bonehammer, Son of Azulidôr III, Slayer of Krôk the Troll as you may know. And with who do i have the pleassure today?""</span> he continued.<br/>Khazad was still a bit confused by the figure, the robes spoke of a homeless person though the gold that seemed to be made by the Dwarves told stories of wealth, perhaps a wealthy homeless guy? who knew...<br/><hr/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 250%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #FFFFFF""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Falón</span></span></span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Dale/Erebor</span></span><br/>Gróin was taking care of his pony when Willam came for a chat, <span style=""font-style: italic"">""Ah, Dwarves are full of suprises Captain.""</span> he said as he fed an apple to his pony, <span style=""font-style: italic"">""Step here has been my friend for almost 30 years now, with the job as an envoy of my father and king i often travel long distances over rough terrain, with that i'm also a family man and want to spend time with my wife and children as much as i can. For these reasons i have put much time and effort into Step to get him into the shape he is today.""</span> Gróin answered.<br/>He then turned around and looked towards the mountain, <span style=""font-style: italic"">""I can't emagine what you have gone through, must be terrible...""</span> Gróin said as he thought about how war often ended for the ones that lost... <span style=""font-style: italic"">""How long will it take before we reach our destination?""</span> he then said, hoping to get his buisness done as quick as possible. He wanted to help them but at the same time he couldn't wait to long before he had to inform his father about his findings.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Willam Iron-Wall<br/>Northwest of Dale/Erebor<br/>TA 3025</span><br/><br/>Willam gave a quick glance at Step. The pony was well trained, as far as Willam could tell. Willam listened to the dwarf Gróin, and nodded as he talked about Step. When Gròin began speaking of the war, Willam removed his helm and pointed out his black eyepatch over his left eye.<br/><br/>""Aye. The war has been tough. Lost my home and family, all of us riders have. That's why we're called the 'Hellriders'. We have nothing to lose, therefore we undertake the dangerous tasks of scouting and harassing the enemy. But mark my words Gròin, we will fight to whatever end. Whether we win or lose this war matters little to me, as it has already been decided by powers greater than you and me. My only ambition is to make my foes pay, and to kill many. I wish for my name to live on and cause fear within the forces of evil.""<br/><br/>Looking towards the mountain, flashes of war and death came to his mind. ""We fought hard and well within Dale. I swear there were over forty notches on my sword hilt a day. We fought under the Mountain, side by side with the dwarves of Erebor, their armor gleamed in the sunlight, and their axes were red with the blood of Rhûn. I still remember it, as if I were still within that battle. Such a host of men will never be assembled again. Now, Dale lies in ruin, and the men of the East hold the Mountain. But I swear I will one day carve my way through and retake the mountain, or die trying!""<br/><br/>Willam had a look of anger and bloodlust within his eyes. After a moment or so, he returned to his natural state of calmness. ""It will take us at least another days march Northwest to come within sight of the Grey Mountains. From there we ride west, keeping to the north of Mirkwood. In three days, we will be near the edge of Mirkwood, and turn south. Add another day, and we'll arrive at the Gladden Fields. From there we reach the base of the Misty Mountains, and follow it south to the unoccupied Silverlode River, and cross into Lorien. It will take a fortnight at the latest, a week and a half at the quickest."""
11514,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=50,2014-12-16T18:16:00,Rizoshia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Marshal Tanith's Company<br/>Northeastern Border of <del>Orcfuck</del>Mordor held Gondor</span><br/><br/>The banner of the White Tree still flapped in the wind. Gondorian men still held sword in one hand and shield in the other: as long as they marched on Gondor would never truly fall. Atop a grey horse sat Marshal Tanith, the man who imposed his leadership upon the men to almost unanimous agreement. The horse bobbed up and down whilst his column of Gondorian men marched behind him in<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://s1.postimg.org/962ube79r/Battle_Formation_Pan.png"" rel=""nofollow"">formation</a>while Tanith hummed to himself. He had no reason to act as though all hope was lost, all things considered he was actually doing fairly well. The whole not being impaled on a Orc's pike was also brightening up his spirits. It could always be worse. ""Plenty of Orcs to kill and Gondorian women to 'liberate' lads, we will breed an Army yet."" The men behind him chuckled as they marched forward with a thunderous rumble of armored feet and bodies. A moment of silence followed the unified laughter before the men struck up a tune, changing the timing to be in cadence with the march.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Gondor! Gondor, between the Mountains and the Sea!<br/><br/>West Wind blew there; the light upon the Silver Tree<br/><br/>Fell like bright rain in gardens of the Kings of old.<br/><br/>O proud walls! White towers! O wingéd crown and throne of gold!<br/><br/>O Gondor, Gondor! Shall Men behold the Silver Tree,<br/><br/>Or West Wind blow again between the Mountains and the Sea?</span></div>"
11515,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=50,2014-12-17T12:42:00,Liecthenbourg,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Plaza of Khans, Mistrand, Rhun</span><br/>A scoff escaped what was left of Khamul's mouth. He began chuckling heavily, his immense and exotic armour and robes buckling as he did so before he regained his composure and stared down at the Dwarf. He had quite the audacity, this short one did - but he paid it no thought for now, perhaps it had something useful to say.<br/><br/>""I would agree, but alas, we are rather busy when it comes to running an Empire."" Now Khamul ""raised"" an eyebrow, ""Well, Khazad II Bonehammer, I welcome you to Mistrand - the Great Fortress City of the Rhunic Khanate. I, am Khan Khamul of the Easterlings. To what do I owe the pleasure of your visit?"" Beneath his helm, mighty and proud, and his robes of old and cloth a smirk spread across the ghastly apparition that was Khamul's face.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Great Eastern Road, Rhun</span><br/>Adalrik wiped his brow. The sun above him was hot and ever present and despite his best wishes to return to the coolness of the nearby river for a swim, his grand vineyards needed tending to produce his livelihood, one of the famed beverages of Dorwinion. He plucked at the succulent and juicy grapes that created his wine, treating the day like any other. After he had collected many buckets worth of the grapes he began to place them upon his wagon, to take them to the presser he had on the other side of his property - two gigantic barrels, six feet across in diameter and four feet in height. Here, after washing his feet in the river, he would begin to press them into their excellent liquid that would produce the fine wines for the local markets and now, recently, the Easterlings.<br/><br/>As his cart slowly trotted around his property, he heard a mighty commotion coming from the rode. Heavily confused he continued to advance around the greenery of his lands and only then did realise, as the first banners appeared over the hills, that an Easterling Army marched. Quickly, he drew his wagon off of the road and onto the countryside to not blockade the infrastructure for the armies of the East. Here he waited as columns of gold, like a river in its stature, that stretched as far as the eye could see and probably further still. Horses, wagons, man, beast, it mattered not as he waited and waited. By the time the rearguard of the column had passed by his wagon, he was merely relieved they ignored him - aside from a few hellos and polite gestures from some of the Officers and common footsoldiers. He had no knowledge of what they planned to do, but he really wished for none in truth - the world he knew had already been cast behind shadows.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Mouth's Advance, Enedwaith</span><br/>Carts, wagons, troops, beasts of burden and so much more advanced through the Southern Enedwaith, in conjunction with a similar force dispatched by Sauron to attack Ost-in-Edhil. The Mouth watched these columns of black, with their banners of red held high in the air. From his position, atop of his fellbeast he could see for miles and miles around. The roads were empty nowadays, not much traffic flowed this far South, with the only commonly used roads being located in the North West. This mattered little, for behind the Wall of Light, in the realm of shadow, the roads were always busy - armies, goods, it mattered not.<br/><br/>The Voice of Abhorred Dead flicked the reigns on the fellbeast once more, and it began to descent closer to the force of Orcs, Eastern Men, Trolls, Wargs and Uruks. Little did they have in mind for offensives, but their goal was as war-winning as a battle in Rivendell.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Under the Mountains, Erebor</span><br/>Tigeke performed an action that would be later described as a facepalm. Margoz and Jerrek merely shook their heads in disappointment, the flames from their lanterns imprinting this image upon the cavern's walls. The only sound, aside from the crackling of the flames, sighs of exasperation and footsteps were the methodical and tedious strikes of the iron pickaxe against the rock.<br/><br/>""How close are you?"" Margoz inquired, visibly losing his patience as he paced from one side of the cavern to the other.<br/><br/>""Almost got a hole large enough"" Kemik replied, earning faint ""Hoorahs!"" from the three other company members. After a few more swings, the Engineer blew into the hole and allowed tiny dust and rock particles escape onto the floor. Now, he reached onto his belt and grabbed a fine tube. He removed the lid and placed it into the hole he had created and motioned for Jerrek to come over. He did so and took queue, beginning to pour, carefully of course, some of the black powder into the tube until it was about fourth fifths of the way full. With that completed they all stood back and Kemik placed the cap back onto the tube, pushing through a small circular hole in the cap a long piece of string. Uncoiling it back to a safe distance, behind a fallen column with the rest of his compatriots he inhaled sharply.<br/><br/>""Tigeke, matches"" He stated bluntly, his hands calm and his face stern. She merely nodded in response and lit a match against the sole of her boot before handing it towards Kemik. He placed it against the rope and allowed it to catch alight, before requesting another match. This process was repeated a few times until a healthy flame was visibly building up as it trailed down the rope and towards the tube in the fissure. Now, they could only hope this worked."
11516,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=50,2014-12-17T13:20:00,The Seleucids (Ancient),"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 250%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #000000""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Khózûr-Dûm</span></span></span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Mistrand, Rhûn</span></span><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Its good to meet you Khan Khamul of the Easterlings.""</span>Khazad said as he realized he had the right person in front of him.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Over the past decade it has become a problem when it comes to contacting my kin in the west. Family relations died out becouse the journey to the west is just one that takes to long without a proper restingplace. I have come here in the name of Uzûd II Stonesmith, Son of Azdûl, Lord of Ruzûlizar, Lord of Azûl-Dûm, Lord of Azaldurûk to discuss a proposal. This proposal has the support of my father, Azulidôr III, Son of Dazûlar IV Nightwatcher, Lord of Khózûr-Dûm, Slayer of Rhûnam the King, Slayer of Dodûh the Raider, Slayer of Zugha the Orc. For a long time the Dwarves and men of the East have enjoyed good relation with one another and both have profited great from the trade. Now i must say that with this proposal our relations will be tested but we hope that you see the advantage of this proposal, not only for now, but for the future to come.""</span>he continued, as he was done speaking he looked around a bit, figuring this wasn't the best place to read forward the proposal that had been agreed on by the Dwarves.<br/><hr/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 250%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #FFFFFF""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Falón</span></span></span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Encampment</span></span><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Fair enough.""</span>Gróin said to Willam concerning the travel. He then turned towards the mountian once more, he had knew many dwarfs that had the same feeling like Willam and it wasn't a good feeling. Most died in vain, getting themselves killed in a desperate attempt to achieve nothing, others grew old with their hatred inside of them, leaving only a trace of broken hearts behind them. No, this feeling he had was not good. Gróin knew also those that found a new purpose in life, a new purpose worth fighting and dying for, but above all, a purpose that gave them hope, pride and love.<br/><br/>Gróin turned to Willam,<span style=""font-style: italic"">""You should not carry these feelings with you lad, it will break and destroy you and everybody around you. Your family died for a cause, now you should find your cause once more. I knew and still know many people like you, i know what such feelings can do to a person and those around him and i also know how wonderfull it is when they find themselves once more. Just look into your heart, there's always a cause worth living for.""</span>he told as he laid his hand on Willam's arm. Gróin then walked away towards his sleeping spot where he laid down, watching the stars for a while before he fell asleep."
11517,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=50,2014-12-18T12:53:00,Krugmar,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Hîr-Burôdasînkal</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Citadel of Narik-Zadan</span><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Dark Citadel""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.icap.me/1091418486773c37f.png""/></div></div></div></div><hr/><br/><br/>Burôdasînkal stopped suddenly, fire began tormenting his vision as he was pulled into a strange new world. He could see nothing, his sight blocked by ash, and hear nothing, the silence almost intolerable. Eventually the ash cleared and screams filled the air. He could see a great port burning, it seemed to be Elven in design with a great beauty to it. It must have been Mithlond, commonly called the Grey Havens. He heard the Black Speech of Mordor being called out by a terrible voice and he somehow understood every word. The screaming grew louder and louder until it felt like it would burst his eardrums.<br/><br/>Then he returned to the mortal realm, kneeling and completely out of breath. His Old Guard and advisers were surrounding him, completely confused as to why he had stopped suddenly for several minutes. He could hear manic laughing in the background as The Traitor slowly walked up to his group. ""My Master has spoken to you, you had best obey"" screeched the vile Traitor.<br/><br/>Burôdasînkal stood up and turned to face the creature, his face contorted into a look of disgust which was hidden by his helm. ""You are a vile little worm, I take orders from no man or pitiful creature such as Sauron. I shall go of my own accord"" he replied. His pride buckled under the will of Sauron, he could not go against him but he could not appear to be weak.<br/><br/>The Traitor laughed at the insult, then said ""You call me a worm, yet I am far superior to-"" before he was pushed into the water by Azulzîr. He sank beneath the waves, his heavy robes flustering about as he attempted to reach the surface. Hours later he would eventually wash up on the shore, completely humiliated.<br/><br/>Azulzîr turned to his Lord and said ""Pitiful little rat"", spat into the sea and then continued, ""I shall get the fleet ready. Where do we go?"".<br/><br/>Burôdasînkal replied ""Mithlond, we burn the last great haven of the Elves"". Burôdasînkal knew that the battle for Mithlond would not be easy, though the rewards were well worth the risk. He carried on making his way towards his ship, his fleet would set sail within a few hours and be at Mithlond within a few days if the wind was with them."
11518,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=50,2014-12-18T14:09:00,Asyir,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Willam Iron-Wall<br/>Northwest of Erebor<br/>TA 3025</span><br/>Willam felt Gròin's hand touch his arm. Willam stood there like a stone, his eyes fixed upon the mountain. He heard Gròin's wise words, and soon after heard the dwarf's footsteps slowly dissipate into the sound of silence. Willam gazed upon the grey mountain, thinking of the war and loss. He could see faint lights across the arms of the mountain. There were many such lights flickering near the mountain. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">So this is the full force of Rhûn. They are fully gathered. It will not be long now until they march either west or north. If they march upon Lorien, we will not hold.""</span><br/><br/>The night went by with nothing out of the ordinary. The watch soon changed, and Willam found himself in his bedroll. He pondered the dwarf' words from earlier, but to no avail. Darkness soon crept over the older commander, and sleep overtook him."
11519,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=50,2014-12-19T04:33:00,Liecthenbourg,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Plaza of Khans, Mistrand, Rhun</span><br/>Khamul looked interested, clearly knowing what this Dwarf referred to - for Rhunic Caravans to the Dwarven Holds had many-a resting spot in the expensive empire that Rhun held. He nodded, and saw the Dwarf's uncomfortable form at speaking in this open space.<br/><br/>""Come"" Khamul stated, gesturing his hands to what seemed to be a grand palace in the distance. Before the Dwarf could take his eyes away from such the gargantuan structure that pierced the heavens, Khamul had already began walking towards it.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Great Eastern Road, Outskirts of Erebor and Dale, Rhun</span><br/>General Yyveck took a swig from his cow hide water flask, some excess water dripping down from the side of his lips and chin and onto the floor. He screwed the cap back on and brought forth his left arm to his face, wiping at his lips. He turned back from his forward position of the column, looking back to see many of the men of Rhun still holding strong from their vast trek. He had dispatched riders, some of the Horse Archers, towards Erebor slightly before the sun rose over the horizon to inform the garrison there to begin preparing an extensive breakfast, for the forces Khamul requested were almost upon them.<br/><br/>Before long, the general could see Dale much closer than he did the previous evening, when it was merely a few ruins and flames from the Rhunic Outposts. Now, it was much clearer. A city it was, but nearly every building showed signs of damage and it seemed his fellow Easterlings had spent their time repairing Erebor, not this. He shrugged it off, it was not his place to question the methods Khamul had. Flicking on the reigns of his horse, he returned to the foremost position in the column, earning stern salutes from the soldiers with their musical instruments and banners at the front of the formation. The journey had, to the relief of most, almsot come to an end.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Ruins of Lond Daer, Enedwaith, No-Man's Land - The Mouth of Sauron and the Forces of the Adorn Vale</span><br/>The Mouth's fellbeast descended gracefully onto a rock perch, it's wings folding like that of a great bird as the Lieutenant of Barad-Dur looked from their high up position. From here he could see the forces advance down the road and towards the ruins of Lond Daer. Quite an impressive sight, he believed. No time was to be wasted however and the Mouth spurred on the fellbeast once more and it took to the skies. Soon, his beast of flight had perched itself upon a tall, clearly run down stone building within the outskirts of the ruins. Here, both it and the Mouth watched as the first forces entered the former city. Uruks, Evil Men, Orcs of the Morannon and Snaga, Trolls from the Mountains, Olog-Hai, Wargs and Siege Engines too. Most importantly trekked along were mighty wagons laden with supply and tools. Before long, the Mouth had noticed some of his forces (The others had begun building defences) had already begun what he informed them to do on the trek here - the rebuilding of the city.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Exiting the Gap of Rohan, Enedwaith - Forces of the Rochand</span><br/>Marzgub reared his Warg, swinging his crude sword forward. Bared teeth and sharp blades responded, as did several less enthusiastic cries from men upon their horses. This force, clearly much faster than the large infantry oriented armies of the Mouth, was seen more as a harassing force and any upon the other side of the Gap of Rohan would fear them. They began their ""march"", hooves, paws and boots pressed against the earth in a thunderous chorus that shook the ground herself. The final stages of the assault had begun.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Crossing into Enedwaith, Anfalas - Forces of Anfalas</span><br/>Trekking with equipment to their backs and their weapons at hand did the forces of the Anfalas begin their cross over into the Enedwaith to form the final prong on the important attack. This force was much heavier in comparison to the heavy mobile army moving from Rochand - this one brought siege weapons, trolls and much more infantry. Her use would be useful, her catapults would drive fear into the hearts of man, elf and dwarf and the very nature of her assault was to be a testimony to the power of Sauron and the fragility of the remaining forces of good. There would be no dawn for the light.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Deep within the Lonely Mountain - The Erebor Expedition</span><br/>Off the explosion went, rubble and rock flying from their positions across the small cavern with great distance. The Expedition however, had been well protected from their piece of cover. The dust soon began to settle down, but even as faint traces of this was left the members of the expedition had picked up their gear and proceeded to walk into the depths of the Lonely Mountain."
11520,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=50,2014-12-19T07:35:00,The Seleucids (Ancient),"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 250%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #000000""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Khózûr-Dûm</span></span></span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Mistrand, Rhûn</span></span><br/>Khazad followed the Khan to this massive building, it was a construction even he, as a Dwarf, admired. It was tall, yet steady and was full of shiny decorations. A true masterpiece indeed, something that Khazad never thought men where capable of building.<br/>As they arrived inside Khazad got out a paper on which the proposal was written, then, in front of Khamul, he started to read:<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-style: italic"">For a long time us, Dwarves, have kept contact with our kin in the Western lands, for long we had close ties with one another. For these days have grown quiet, for years we have not heard from our kin, for this we seek change, change that will bring good to this world.<br/><br/>Here stands the proposal for the King of the East, from the Lords of the East.<br/>I, Uzûd II Stonesmith, Son of Azdûl, Lord of Ruzûlizar, Lord of Azûl-Dûm and Lord of Azaldurûk seek to re-establish our close ties with our kin from the West as it has become an important matter to our people. <br/>I, Uzûd II Stonesmith, Son of Azdûl, Lord of Ruzûlizar, Lord of Azûl-Dûm and Lord of Azaldurûk seek to re-unite long lost families that where not able to see one another during this long period of time.<br/>I, Uzûd II Stonesmith, Son of Azdûl, Lord of Ruzûlizar, Lord of Azûl-Dûm and Lord of Azaldurûk hereby make a proposal to the King of Rhûn, our great friend and partner.</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><ul><li>During these days we seek to establish a Dwarven hold worthy of a save haven for those travelling East or West, With these days we seek ownership of a suitable part of the lands of Rhûn, suitable to establish a hold worthy of the Dwarves. For these days we seek this place deep in the Mountains near the great sea of Rhûn. For when we found a suitable site for this hold we will offer Rhûn fifty Dwarven trade carts full of Gold and precious stones.<br/></li><li>For this land we seek to build a hold worthy of the Dwarves, For this hold needs outposts to keep eyes on all that moves in the shadow or the sun. For this land we seek to build four holds of eyes that offer safety to these lands.<br/></li><li>For this land needs more then safety by the eye, it needs safety by the axe, For we know our enemies are everywhere at anytime. For we seek to host soldiers in these lands to keep us safe from harm and to aid our brothers in need, For this we seek to host fifteen thousand of our kin in the times of hard work and peace, For these days of war and trouble we seek to host thirty Thousand of our kind.<br/></li><li>For these troubles and loss in resources that are held in this land we offer fifteen out of the hundred of ores and gems for free to Rhûn. For these troubles we will offer sixty out of the hundred of ores and gems for half of the usuall price that is demanded. For these troubles we will offer twenty-five out of the hundred of ores and gems for one fifth of the usuall price that is demanded.<br/></li><li>For this land being part of Rhûn for long we will allow the Rhûnic people to continue living in this lands as we will not force these people to move from their homes.<br/></li><li>For the Rhunic people living in this land we see the need in Rhûnic safety for these people as we cannot protect those that live outside the Mountains. For this we will allow five thousend soldiers of Rhûn in times of hardworking peace, For these days of war and trouble within Rhûn only we will allow ten thousand soldiers of Rhûn, For the times where we stand united against a common enemy we will allow fifty thousend soldiers of Rhûn in this land.<br/></li><li>For this land could bring struggle and an unequal powerhold this land will be held not only by the Stonefoots but also the Blacklocks, For only to bring and keep peace within this land present.<br/></li><li>For a show of good will and a show of our friendship the Stonefoots will construct one hold of men for free when the Rhûnic people found a suitable land for a hold to be build on according to their wishes, For this hold may be equal to that of Azûl-Dûm.<br/></li><li>For a show of good will and a show of our friendship the Blacklocks will allow themselves to be hired as mercenaries by Rhûn for free during a period of one season, For the amount of as many willing Dwarves that can be found.</li></ul><br/>Signed by,<br/>Uzûd II Stonesmith, Son of Azdûl, Lord of Ruzûlizar, Lord of Azûl-Dûm and Lord of Azaldurûk<br/>Azulidôr III, Son of Dazûlar IV Nightwatcher, Lord of Khózûr-Dûm, Slayer of Rhûnam the King, Slayer of Dodûh the Raider and Slayer of Zugha the Orc<br/></span></blockquote><br/><hr/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 250%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #FFFFFF""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Falón</span></span></span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Encampment</span></span><br/>Gróin woke up early in the morning of the next day. It was a foggy day and the Mountian could not be seen anymore. It was time to head out again, he wanted to get to the people who knew more so he could inform his father about the happenings out here in the west. Gróin prepared Step for another day of travel and as soon as he was done with that he decided to wake up the others,<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Out of your beds lads, the sun is up already.""</span>he said as he walked passed the men who still slept."
11521,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=50,2014-12-19T19:54:00,Asyir,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Willam Iron-Wall<br/>Northwest of Erebor<br/>TA 3025</span><br/><br/>Willam was roused from his slumber from Gròin, whom had already packed himself for the long march ahead. Willam got up, and donned his armor. He slowly packed his things up, and went to where they tied the horses. His horse was white, and was a stallion of great size. Willam called him<span style=""font-style: italic"">Majesty</span>. He grabbed Majesty's reins, and led him to his belongings. By then, the company of 50 was set for the tasks ahead.<br/><br/>The fog was thick in the morning air. Willam could not see the mountain, or even Mirkwood. The morning air itself was rather heavy and thick, as if some sorcery had been placed over them. The thought brought a shiver upon Willam.<br/><br/>Quickly throwing his items on Majesty, Willam leaped up on his saddle, and took the reins. ""Onwards,"" he ordered aloud, with his booming and majestic voice,""by nightfall, we will be upon the Grey mountains!""<br/><br/>The company soon set out, and marched for the day."
11522,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=50,2014-12-19T20:48:00,The Intergalactic Russian Empire,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Northwestern Gondor<br/>Steward Boromir</span></span></span><br/>Boromir sat on horseback, he and his 4,000 followers were travelling north towards safer lands, it had been a few years since the war had ended and yet Boromir still wondered how it all went wrong, why it all went wrong. The war was a complete disaster, his father was caught and executed trying to flee Minas Tirith, and his brother was killed during a later battle by a barrage of arrows. As he rode his horse he stopped and looked ahead ""People, we are at the border of what once was Gondor, past this point and we will have left our homeland, all those who want to stay and die with their lands can stay."" everyone followed him past that point and kept going north, from Boromir's map, the only places of importance are Rivendell, Bree, and the Shire."
11523,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=50,2014-12-19T20:56:00,Rizoshia,"<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i.imgur.com/97IuMjz.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">South-West of Cair Andros</a><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Marshal Tanith</span><br/>(NOTE: The dot represents their location whilst the curved line represents the section of the road that they will be harassing and using to acquire raw recruits if possible.)<br/><br/>""Spears(50) to the front, Swordsmen(100) form the second rank and prepare to engage any harassers! Archers(150/Full numbers) prepare to do what you can if the trees are occupied or, god forbid, they decide to come alive for reasons unknown."" Tanith watched as his armored Spear and Swordsmen advanced while his cavalry, of little use in the forest, stayed a good ways to the rear in case hostiles appeared in the open. Tanith was mere feet behind the 2nd rank of men and watched as they advanced slowly into the forest. Instead of fanning out he formed them into a cohesive force that, if allowed to reach the center, would begin clearing an area to set up a camp with some standard defenses.<br/><br/>Earlier a Junior Officer of his had foolishly offered to take several riders to accompany him and attempt contact with Gondorian Remnants associated with the Elvish. After a relatively drawn out version of 'No' that involved him describing all the foul things Tanith wished upon those that went elsewhere and a bit of an explanation as to how they would 'lose all credit' and 'be used as regular cannon fodder', which was highly unlikely, the Officer was assigned to lead the first line of men into the forest. Better luck next time kid.<br/><br/>Small detachments of archers, seven groups of 10 to be exact, were placed between the two ranks at the last minute to provide some extra punch if things went south. And they probably would.<br/><br/>(If it's occupied is up to the Mordor player considering they own all of it I am trying to leave space open for them to do what they will. God forbid it's infested with spiders.)"
11524,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=50,2014-12-20T09:31:00,Nuridia,"""Uh, Grandpa?"" Niellune whispered. Elrond seemed to be busy at the moment so she just decided to leave. She had no idea where she was going to go but it seemed that it was better than just standing there."
11525,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=50,2014-12-20T12:14:00,The Starlight,"Elrond lifted up his head. ""Ah, Niellune. Come, I suppose it is time I told you what all this is about. It is indirectly connected to you. As you know, the One Ring was sent to Aman in hope of avoiding the problem and the stopping the advance of the enemy. But we were wrong, I was wrong. Evil has continued to grow, so I have called a Council to decide our method of the Ring's destruction, as the One Ring has been sent back, and is now here. You are welcome to attend, I now see the error in leaving you out of all this. Aragorn, Arwen, Eldarion, and all of your family are connected to it. Without its destruction, your father will not be able to reclaim his throne at last as the King of both Gondor and Arnor."" Elrond said."
11526,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=50,2014-12-20T12:19:00,Nuridia,"'Really, I can come to the council?"" ""And I hope that this will help us find<span style=""font-style: italic"">naneth</span>,<span style=""font-style: italic"">adar</span>, and my siblings."" ""Sauron has to be stopped, but don't worry."" ""Evil never triumphs, and if this ring has to be destroyed to reunite my family and put them in their rightful place then so be it."" ""I'll travel myself, seek help from Lady Galadriel if she's willing."" She took Elrond's hand, an informal and odd gesture but Niellune felt that it needed to be done as they both needed the comforting. ""We'll find them, I promise."" ""If it's the last thing I do."" she said, standing up, bowing and leaving."
11527,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=50,2014-12-20T14:54:00,Shaggai,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Grey Mountains</span><br/><br/>The screams of men echoed throughout the mining camp. Spiders poured through what passed for the streets, pillaging and slaughtering. Some of the miners tried to flee into the woods, and were run down by hordes of the ravenous spiderlings. Others fled into the mine, only to find that spiderlings were significantly better at moving in close confines. One man tried to fight back, swinging a pickax at a leaping spiderling. The spider's head broke open with a sickening crunch. A few seconds later, three more spiderlings tore the man to shreds. Gonurl and some of the Great Spiders stood back, watching the carnage approvingly. The army of the spiders had ravaged the Grey Mountains, killing men and dwarves and taking control over logging camps and mines. Soon, they would take control over all of the range."
11528,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=50,2014-12-21T13:06:00,Liecthenbourg,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Mistrand, Rhun</span><br/>Khamul inhaled sharply, faint winds being the only indication of this. He could merely nod at the Dwarf's proposal and he shook the hand of the stout fellow with much enthusiasm before signing the document himself. It was quite the offer, and one that he knew he should accept to keep his Eastern Flanks safe. That, and well, the superior mining techniques of the Dwarves would be quite useful to obtain the highest quality metals.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Great Eastern Road, Outside of Erebor, Rhun</span><br/>The army under General Yyveck had arrived at the destination, great tables for banquets had been set outside Rhun and in small groups of roughly 10,000 were allowed to accommodate their hunger at once. The rest were to rest as the forces of the Mountain were slowly making their way out, with the exception of the garrison and by noon the largest force Rhun had assembled all together had formed under the sun, since the days of the Siege of Erebor. This was a true testament to the Dark Lord, about how his allies would too actively engage in the fighting.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Forces of Rochand - Enedwaith</span><br/>Marzgub took a swig from his water flask, his animal nature kicking in as he spurred his Warg across the plains of the Enedwaith. Behind him many wargs did follow, their riders baying for bloodlust. To the flanks galloped with pompous and splendour were the Rohirrim Turncoats, branded with the Blood Oath of Sauron as they served as screeners and light cavalry. The rarer more heavily armoured individuals had been gathered up and had formed, as Marzgub stated, ""The Horse-Boy Brigade."" He would soon see how effective these Horse-Boys could be.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Forces of Anfalas - Enedwaith</span><br/>Trolls lumbered idly, pushing forth grand siege equipment north. Like their compatriots in the Rochand Forces, the Forces of Anfalas would need to arrive at the rallying point on the banks of the Glanduin River, which was merely a days march from their location. Fresh tracks many had noticed upon the earth below them - Rochand Forces it must've been, especially in such concentration. The Uruk commander, a dreaded individual whom had become a Veteran of the Siege of Minas Tirith, the subjugation of Gondor's remaining vassals, the battle of Osgiliath and dozens of other engagements he could not recall, drew forth his blade. It was a finely crafted tool, a grand cleaver of red hue from excessive blood it had drawn. He smelt it, cower, fear and war was in the air."
11529,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=50,2014-12-21T14:27:00,Osnil,"Afrren and Lloyd finally arrived at Rivendell after a five day journey. They were a little tired and scratched up from a couple of stray wargs they crossed paths with. Afrren normally smiled, but sighed. He knew what dangerous business they were about to handle, and it could not be taken lightly. Sighting Gandalf the Grey, he approached him and said, ""How good to see you, Gandalf. How are you faring in these dark days? Drogo Proudmead sends his deepest regards for not attending, but sent me in his stead. Honestly, sometimes I don't understand Hobbits. One minute you know them, the next, they surprise you. A very adventurous Hobbit like Drogo would jump at a journey to Rivendell. But he insisted that as the leader, he must stay in Bree. I tried assuring him that I could handle Bree until he returned. But sometimes Hobbits are stubborn folk, as I'm sure you already know."""
11530,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=50,2014-12-22T11:20:00,Elerian,"<span style=""font-style: italic"">Breelands, the Half-Hand</span><br/><br/>Cedovar studied the fair haired Rohirrim closely. The dark blemishes around his eyes told Cedovar he had had many a sleepless night recently. It was also quite obvious that the man hadn’t eaten many hearty meals in days past; yet even still the Half-Hand could see that what the man lacked in healthy fat, he made up for with a lean sinewy frame. Suddenly aware of his barrel belly, earned from many late night binges on honeyed mead and thick stew. Sucking in his gut and making his fat less noticeable the Half-Hand replied, “Aye, nineteen others are lurking about in town getting what supplies they can before we set out.”<br/><br/>Cedovar looked around the bar to see if any of his companions had joined him. Seeing only locals and other stern Rohirrim the Half-Hand looked back at his new charge. “I’m unsure if the Hobbit you met with before mentioned what you’d be giving in return for our help in our little journey, but I’ll repeat it just to be sure you remember the terms. You’re to send a dozen men to Michel Delving to train our kin there, and in return we follow you to The Door of Night and back.”<br/><br/>(Sorry I took such a long time to post)"
11531,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=75,2014-12-22T12:03:00,The Seleucids (Ancient),"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 250%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #80BFFF""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ruzûlizar</span></span> <span style=""font-weight: bold"">&amp;</span> <span style=""color: #000000""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Khózûr-Dûm</span></span></span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Mistrand, Rhûn</span></span><br/>Khazad watched Khamul signing the paper,<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Its a great pleassure doing buisness Khan Khamul, i hope this will only work in favour of our relations.""</span>Khazad said afterwards. He then walked out to turn towards Khamul once more,<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Send a message once you request the favours.""</span><br/>He quickly wen to the stables as he wanted to get away from men as quick as possible. Once arrived at his Râshu he got two ravens out of a small box. The two where send to Khazad's father and to Uzûd of the Stonefoots, telling them that the diplomatic mission had been succesfull.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Ruzûlizar</span></span><br/>Deep in the mountain miners worked their way around, precious gems, Iron, Gold, everything that was worth money was taken from the Mountain. Deep inside a miner called Khuzhul was working like every other day, mining away the rocks to find these precious items. He mined and mined untill he saw something shiny, as he mined the rocks around it away he noticed that this wasn't an ordinary gem, it shined like silver that drifted on a rainbow. Khuzhul took it from the mountain and went up to show it to the others,<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Look what i found!""</span>he said as he held forward the stone. Many others that where up went to see it, it was something nobody had ever seen before, this untill Ruzâl came to watch, Ruzâl was an old Dwarf, almost 230 years he was and he recognized it somewhat. He told about a stone found in Erebor, over there they called it an Arkenstone, the heart of the mountain. Khuzhul looked at it, full of pride that he found it.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Stop staring at it and bring it to Uzûd!""</span>Ruzâl said to Khuzhul.<br/>With the stone Khuzhul went up towards the throneroom where Uzûd sat, he just read the message that was send by Khazad.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Send some men to explore the Mountains, i want to have a suitable place found as soon as possible.""</span>Uzûd said to the messanger. The messanger left and Khuzhul stepped forward,<span style=""font-style: italic"">""My lord, i found this deep in the mountain and was told by Ruzâl to bring it to you.""</span>he said as he showed the stone.<br/>Uzûd stood up and took the stone for a closer look,<span style=""font-style: italic"">""By my beard, the heart of the mountain.""</span>he said,<span style=""font-style: italic"">""I cannot imagine we found it, i'll make sure you get rewarded for this.""</span>he followed as he sat down again. Khuzhul recieved a large amount of gold for what he had found, such an amount that he himself passed out. In the meanwhile Uzûd had send the precious stone to the forge, he wanted it crafted out perfectly at once.<br/><hr/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 250%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #FFFFFF""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Falón</span></span></span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">On the Road to Lothlórien</span></span><br/>Two days after the last evening on which the lonely mountain could be seen Gróin and the men of Dale wandered alongside the Grey Mountains. Gróin preferred it this way, mountains had always given him a better feeling then forests or plains ever gave him. That evening they rested on a small hill near the mountains, it was a warm evening with almost no wind at all. As Gróin sat down to eat he heard a scream. He got up and looked around. He then spotted movement in the shadow, there was nothing that moved and screamed like this exept for,<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Goblins!""</span>He shouted out as he took out his axe. He ran over towards the shadow as the goblins started to show themselves, Gróin kicked the fist one on the ground as he slashed another ones head in with his axe only to turn back around to the goblin on the ground where he crushed the skull with his boot. He followed up to make sure none of them got away alive. Luckly there where only a dozen of goblins and so he and the others made it, though this was an obvious scouting party.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""We should move, now!""</span>Gróin said as soon as he got his axe out of the last goblin. They quickly packed up their stuff and moved through the night, away from the mountains to the other mountains. They managed to avoid the main force, if there was any ofcourse, and safely managed to reach Lothlórien. Gróin inmediatly noticed alot of tentions there, soldiers could be found at all sights, men elves on on several occasions even Dwarves. While Gróin loved to chat around here, he had to move on. There was some kind of council in Rivendell that was about to happen. For Gróin this was a great possible way to find out more about what was going on although he already had a good image of it.<br/>He spend the night in Lórien, as he woke up he sended out a raven to his father, telling him about what he knew so far. As the raven flew away Gróin walked up to Willam,<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Here we will part ways my friend, I hope we will meet again.""</span>Gróin said while getting a bit emotional, though like always he tried his best not to show anyone. After saying goodby he left towards the west as he had decided to head through Moria, a place which he had always wanted to visit some day. People warned him of that place, though Gróin did not fear it, under the mountains Gróin felt safest.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Lothlórien to Rivendell</span></span><br/>Gróin stood in front of the great gate of Khazad-Dûm, he knew about all rumors that concerned this place, both those of Balin's probable death and those of Durin's Bane. Gróin however did not worried to much about it, he knew that it was this or nothing and so he entered.<br/>Once inside it was quiet, not a single sound was given, Gróin walked slowely and quietly along towards the other side. After a few minutes he got stopped by the view of the halls of Moria, as far as the eye could reach and as high as the eye could see it was build, a hall worthy of Durin, a hall so big one could put each and every creature on this world in it. Gróin, started to search around it some rooms. Who knew what kind of treassures could have been left here, though what he found was something different. After a few hours of searching around he came across a room, he already by then knew a battle had taken place a long time ago. Gróin entered the roon where sun fell upon a tomb, he figured it probably was one of the Tombs of the Durin's, though as he read it all became clear, Balin had indeed been killed. Gróin walked around and noticed a book in the hands of a Dwarven skeleton. He sat down and started to read in it. It was some sort of diary about the colonization of Moria. It told about the Dwarves taking back several halls from the Goblins and when Gróin read further he also read about the sad end this story had.<br/>Gróin figured it was time to get out of here, there wasn't anything left here but bad news. He kept the book and walked on. Several hours later he was outside once more, breathing the fresh air and looking over the lake that lied in front of him.<br/>Once arrived at Rivendell he got the word that this Council had not been started yet, which was great news for Gróin and for the first time in weeks he had a proper bed and proper food, though the elves, as always, didn't have enough meat for Gróin."
11532,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=75,2014-12-22T14:28:00,The Starlight,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Imladris<br/>The Council of Elrond</span><br/><br/>Everyone had arrived. Elrond stood from his chair in the circle, looking at each and every person. ""Hobbits, Dwarves, Wizards, Men, Elves, Eagles and other free folk, welcome to Imladris. We are hear to discuss the One Ring, which has been returned to us. ""Frodo, if you please."" said Lord Elrond, waving a hand at the stone plinth. The hobbit, almost reluctantly, put the One Ring down. Elrond continued, ""This is the One Ring. Forged in the fires of Mount Doom by the Enemy. If the Enemy gains it, we are finished. All resistance would be futile. If the Enemy gains this Ring, everyone, all of the Free Folk, will either die or be enslaved by his will. Orcs, Uruks, and all manners of beasts will roam the lands, killing and doing as they will. Our only chance is to destroy it, but the Ring was made in the fires of Mount Doom, and only there, can it be unmade. The Ring must taken deep into Mordor and cast back into the firey chasms from whence it came! One of you must do this! But the journey will be difficult. The Nine, the Nazgul, the Ringwraiths are the ace in the hole, Saruman, now the Black is under the employ of the Enemy. Only Lorien stands West of the Misty Mountains, Gondor, Mirkwood, Erebor, Rohan, have all fallen. Shall you leave Middle-Earth to its fate? Will you let the last of the Eldar, here in Imladris and Lorien, stand alone?"
11533,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=75,2014-12-22T14:39:00,Osnil,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Imladris<br/>The Council of Elrond<br/>Afrren Toen</span><br/>Afrren stood up and said, ""Honestly, I don't think one person can do the whole task himself. They will fall prey to the many dangers. I propose that at least Nine go. No more than fifteen, otherwise every orc between here and Mordor will attack us. And I will be the first to volunteer. And at least one dwarf and one elf should go. And if we remain at one person, it cannot be either an elf or dwarf, otherwise they'll be at each other's throats. I believe that Frodo should bear the ring. It was bestowed upon him. And without more than one companion, who shall protect him from the creature Gollum, who is bound to appear sometime or other."""
11534,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=75,2014-12-22T15:33:00,The Seleucids (Ancient),"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 250%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #80BFFF""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ruzûlizar</span></span></span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Ruzûlizar</span></span><br/>Some two weeks after the scouts where send to the mountains near the Sea of Rhûn they finally returned with good news. A suitable place to build had been found and so Uzûd ordered miners and builders to start working on it. At the same time the 50 carts with gold and gems where send to Rhûn with the messsage that they found a suitable place in the North-West of the Mountainrange.<br/>The Eastern Arkenstone as it was called had also been shaped out, it had the shape of a small Dwarvenaxe and it was placed right above the throne of Uzûd. Uzûd himself often discribed this stone as something that gave him more power though he was never sure how that came.<br/><hr/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 250%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #FFFFFF""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Falón</span></span></span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Council, Rivendell</span></span><br/>Gróin listened to the two; This wasn't just an adventure or a mission, it was madness Gróin thought.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Darkness has already come further then you think lord Elrond. The Mountains are already under full control of this evil. The high pass is taken, Gundabad is being swarmed, Isengard has turned on us and Balin, Lord of Moria, is death. We cannot even ask people to bring it across the mountains to Lórien, let alone all the way to Mordor itself!""</span><br/>Gróin then took out the book he found in Khazad-Dûm and gave it to Elrond without saying anything, the book would tell how much danger was waiting right in front of them."
11535,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=75,2014-12-22T15:45:00,Krugmar,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Hîr-Burôdasînkal</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Gap of Lune</span><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Battle of Lune""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.icap.me/1091419288542783a.png""/></div></div></div><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Forces and Casualties""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-size: 130%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bellakaran Forces and casualties</span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ships</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Before battle:</span><br/>1 Flagship - Pharazbalak<br/>20 Carracks<br/>15 Caravels<br/>40 Corsair Galleys<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">After battle</span><br/>1 Flagship - Pharazbalak<br/>19 Carracks<br/>11 Caravels<br/>33 Corsair Galleys<br/>2 Elven War Galleys<br/>5 Elven Caravels<br/>9 Elven Merchant Galleys<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Soldiers</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Before battle:</span><br/>1 Numenorean Hero - Hîr-Burôdasînkal<br/>10 Old Guard<br/>400 Numenoreans<br/>1500 Bellakaran Corsairs<br/>800 Haradrim (serving on the Carracks).<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">After battle</span><br/>1 Numenorean Hero - Hîr-Burôdasînkal<br/>10 Old Guard<br/>322 Numenoreans<br/>780 Bellakaran Corsairs<br/>130 Haradrim (serving on the Carracks).<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 130%; line-height: 116%;"">Elven forces and casualties</span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ships</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Before the battle:</span><br/>1 Flagship - <span style=""font-style: italic"">Calfalas</span><br/>25 Elven War Galleys<br/>19 Elven Caravels<br/>32 Elven Merchant/Transport Galleys<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">After the battle:</span><br/>13 Elven War Galleys<br/>9 Elven Caravels<br/>12 Elven Merchant/Transport Galleys<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Soldiers</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Before the battle:</span><br/>1 Elven Hero - Camthalion Calfalas<br/>600 Mithlond Sentries<br/>1000 Mithlond Sailors<br/>1500 Mithlond Conscripts<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">After the battle</span><br/>380 Mithlond Sentries<br/>450 Mithlond Sailors<br/>600 Mithlond Conscripts</div></div></div></div><hr/><br/><br/>Burôdasînkal stood atop the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Pharazbalak</span>, looking at the Grey Havens ahead of him. His fleet was nearing its destination, their cargo was fire, death and despair and they were very willing to share it with the Eldar. He could see the Elven fleet approaching his own, their ships were slender and beautifully carved yet this aesthetic touch would do little in a battle such as this. He looked back at the rest of his fleet, some twenty of his ships were fine Numenorean carracks captained by his trusted lieutenants. Fifteen were sleeker caravels, more adept at raiding than full scale battles, manned by Corsairs. Another forty ships were simple galleys, ornamented with skulls and other hideous decorations that the corsairs though would scare the enemy. The galleys were commanded by the Pirate Lord Ledoc and felt no true loyalty to Burôdasînkal, not that he cared about the loyalty of mongrel dogs.<br/><br/>The<span style=""font-style: italic"">Pharazbalak</span>was a monstrous ship, large enough to fit several ballistae upon it and field around 50 Black Numenoreans and 100 Corsairs. The ballistae fired upon the elven fleet, with all but one missing their mark. One bolt crashed into the elven ship, smashing through its hull but not causing fatal damage. The two fleets grew closer together as arrows began to be exchanged and lives traded. The<span style=""font-style: italic""> Pharazbalak</span>crashed into a much smaller elven ship, the large ram at the bow ripping through it.<br/><br/>Burôdasînkal could see the Corsairs of Bellakar boarding the elven ships, eager to take them as prizes and dish out the spoils between them. The<span style=""font-style: italic"">Dreaded Curse</span>made the mistake of stopping next to the Elven flagship. Warriors in pale golden armour leaped aboard the ship and began massacring the crew, showing no mercy to the foul men. Burôdasînkal pointed to the elven flagship and said ""Aim the ballistae there, I want that ship to be at the bottom of this stinking sea"". Bolts were fired and certainly made their mark, one crashed through the hull but did no serious damaged while another smashed into one of the masts, toppling it over. One unlucky elf was hit by one of the bolts, being sent flying into the sea with no time to scream in pain or shock.<br/><br/>The Bellakaran fleet was not as large as the Elven fleet, but it was purposed towards war and raiding while most of the elven vessels were transports and merchant ships. Most of the Mithlond fleet had fled into the east, carrying away those smart enough to escape. Burôdasînkal saw one of the corsair galleys get rammed one too many times, its hull broke and water flooded its hold. Within a few minutes it began sinking and took its crew down with it to eternal damnation. The Pharazbalak eventually broke through the elven ship it was ramming, its hull giving way and snapping in half.<br/><br/>It seemed that the battle was favouring the Black Numenoreans, the elven ships were crumbling before the onslaught. Burôdasînkal was unsure as to whether this was the full Mithlond fleet,<span style=""font-style: italic"">surely the elves had more ships than this?</span>The Pharazbalak began approaching the elven flagship, firing another round of bolts into it but still doing no fatal damage. Soon a great crash was heard as the behemoth crashed into the smaller, but well designed, elven ship. Burôdasînkal, accompanied by a few of his personal guard, jumped down onto the elven flagship.<br/><br/>Fire erupted on parts of the ship, as flaming torches were sent over by corsairs. Burôdasînkal did his best to keep away from these infernos and made his way towards the captain of the ship. The admiral Camthalion Calafalas turned to meet him, dressed in gleaming silver armour of the Mithlond Sentries with a white cape whirling around with him. He drew a finely crafted elven blade and silently charged his opponent. Burôdasînkal drew his longsword, a finely crafted blade from the days of Numenor passed down from Lord to Lord.<br/><br/>The blades fiercely met, Camthalion went on the aggressive. He was far more agile than Burôdasînkal and looked for weak points to exploit. Burôdasînkal ,though lacking an elvish speed, was able to parry most of the aggressive lunges and strikes. This dance lasted for around a minute, with neither duelist showing any signs of weariness or gaining the upper hand. Camthalion attempted a quick strike to the chest, Burôdasînkal's blade quickly smashed it away and Burôdasînkal tried to slice it back around. Camthalion thwarted this attempt and the two began to circle each other, weapons raised and ready to clash again.<br/><br/>The two were brought back into the battle as one of the Carracks came crashing into the flagship from an opposite side, corsairs jumping over the railings into the slowly sinking remnants of the mighty elven flagship. The ship was barely staying together, though it would not survive another hit like that or the fire that was slowly engulfing it. Burôdasînkal and Camthalion had been thrown to the ground by hit but soon recovered, rejoining battle as soon as they could stand.<br/><br/>Burôdasînkal fought with passion and held the aggressive stance this time around, with Camthalion barely able to block the forceful and sudden attacks. He managed to get a few hits on Burôdasînkal but none that had enough power to properly do damage, they simply glanced off of his armour. Eventually he found a weak point in Burôdasînkal's attack and brought his blade down upon his hand, smashing into it with enough force to dent the gauntlet and force him to drop his sword.<br/><br/>Yet victory was not Camthalion's, Burôdasînkal did the unexpected and barreled into Camthalion. He took the elf by complete surprise and forced the elven blade out of his hands. Camthalion's helm came flying off, allowing Burôdasînkal to see his dark flowing hair and sharp, defined features. These features were wrecked immediately as Burôdasînkal's plated fist came smashing down upon them, one hit and blood came spewing out of his nose. Two hits and his cheekbone cracked, three hits and his teeth became dented and misshapen. Burôdasînkal threw out his punches like a madman, completely crushing and breaking the elven face with no sign of stopping.<br/><br/>Soon Burôdasînkal simply stared at the remnants of a proud Eldar, a warrior brought low by one of the faithless. Camthalion was still alive, barely, and was beginning to choke on his own blood. Burôdasînkal simply pulled himself up, gauntlets dripping with blood, and recovered his sword. He left the elven admiral to die in the pitiful wreck of the once proud and powerful elven ship, fire and water consuming it. He climbed back onto his ship, making sure that the members of his Old Guard were recovered with him.<br/><br/>Around him the battle was still being waged, though the elven fleet seemed to be crumbling. The<span style=""font-style: italic"">Pharazbalak</span>took to action again, sailing towards another victim, accompanied by a few carracks. Burôdasînkal could see that the Corsair fleet was having a lot of success, having commandeered several elven ships, and was smashing through the enemy lines. Soon they would reach the Grey Havens and torch the place, taking the remaining ships as tribute and the population as slaves. But first, they had the battle to win though it seemed to be going in their favour for now."
11536,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=75,2014-12-23T04:58:00,Diliath,.
11537,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=75,2014-12-23T08:19:00,Liecthenbourg,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Glanduin River, Enedwaith</span><br/>Mighty war drums pounded heavily in a rhythmically symphony of death and destruction. A slow moving force that grasped all in its path, it darkened the land, crushed hopes and merely cast aside those whom attempted to halt it. Its menacing grin and jaws of daggers had consumed all in some form or another - war was always present. A mighty host had been assembled, Orcs of the Morannon, Snaga Orcs, Turncoat Rohirrim, Uruks, Trolls of the Mountains, Olog-Hai, Eastern Men and Wargs. Siege equipment too had been lumbered forward - mighty catapults of crude and calculating design, rams that would shatter the earth herself in two if aimed downwards, siege towers that pierced the clouds with their height, coated in wet leather to protect from blazing flames and finally jagged ladders with cruel hooks upon their end to hold position easier.<br/><br/>Supply wagons trotted forward, moving towards the rather hastily erected encampment of the Forces of Rochand. It was not to last long, the commanders had noticed, for after the quick meal that the forces were to receive they were to cross the river through the bridges nearby. From here they would pour into the Eregion and terrorize all whom stood in their path to an objective most vital. All commanders were informed, as they were selected for this task most important, that failure was not an option. Success however was expected by all.<br/><br/>As the sun began to fall behind the horizon many of the Uruk Commanders, alongside their Eastern Comrades, got up from their seated positions of feast and song. Many war horns were blown and the immense drums of war were beaten again by trolls as the army regained its organised composure. Before long, the forces of Sauron began pouring into Eregion. Bloodlust filled hearts, crude weapons waved in the air demanding to be used and fires filled the eyes of all the individuals. The world would burn, burn with the vengeance of an untold years."
11538,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=75,2014-12-23T09:06:00,Nuridia,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Starlight <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323432&amp;p=22882553#p22882553"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Imladris<br/>The Council of Elrond</span><br/><br/>Everyone had arrived. Elrond stood from his chair in the circle, looking at each and every person. ""Hobbits, Dwarves, Wizards, Men, Elves, Eagles and other free folk, welcome to Imladris. We are hear to discuss the One Ring, which has been returned to us. ""Frodo, if you please."" said Lord Elrond, waving a hand at the stone plinth. The hobbit, almost reluctantly, put the One Ring down. Elrond continued, ""This is the One Ring. Forged in the fires of Mount Doom by the Enemy. If the Enemy gains it, we are finished. All resistance would be futile. If the Enemy gains this Ring, everyone, all of the Free Folk, will either die or be enslaved by his will. Orcs, Uruks, and all manners of beasts will roam the lands, killing and doing as they will. Our only chance is to destroy it, but the Ring was made in the fires of Mount Doom, and only there, can it be unmade. The Ring must taken deep into Mordor and cast back into the firey chasms from whence it came! One of you must do this! But the journey will be difficult. The Nine, the Nazgul, the Ringwraiths are the ace in the hole, Saruman, now the Black is under the employ of the Enemy. Only Lorien stands West of the Misty Mountains, Gondor, Mirkwood, Erebor, Rohan, have all fallen. Shall you leave Middle-Earth to its fate? Will you let the last of the Eldar, here in Imladris and Lorien, stand alone?</div></blockquote><br/>""Look, I'll take the damned thing myself Grandfather."" ""I have a mission to accomplish and destroying that Ring is the only way to do it."" ""I'm young yes, but that blasted Ring's been a bane upon all our lives and I'll just go by myself."" ""Nobody else needs to die, and it's not like anybody will miss a simple, silly girl anyway."" ""If it gets things done, then I'll do it."" Niellune said determinedly to Elrond and not caring that she swore."
11539,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=75,2014-12-23T09:20:00,The Starlight,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nuridia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323432&amp;p=22891660#p22891660"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Look, I'll take the damned thing myself Grandfather."" ""I have a mission to accomplish and destroying that Ring is the only way to do it."" ""I'm young yes, but that blasted Ring's been a bane upon all our lives and I'll just go by myself."" ""Nobody else needs to die, and it's not like anybody will miss a simple, silly girl anyway."" ""If it gets things done, then I'll do it."" Niellune said determinedly to Elrond and not caring that she swore.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""What the young ranger says is true, Niellune, daughter of Aragorn and Arwen. One person cannot go alone, you will be destroyed. What will you do if you are injured? There will be no one to help you, and if 30 orcs find you, will you be able to fight them off alone, Niellune. I do not doubt your courage or think that you lack in abilities, but you will fail alone. The Ring can, and will corrupt the Ringbearer as they draw closer to Mordor. There must be a fellowship, a group of the most skilled and able elves, men, dwarves, hobbits and all free folk to combat the darkness."""
11540,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=75,2014-12-23T09:36:00,Osnil,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Afrren Toen<br/>Imladris<br/>The Council of Elrond</span><br/>""Your bravery is commendable, Niellune, but as I told a companion of mine, there are things that not even the greatest of us can combat alone. Saying you will do something is one matter; doing it is a different matter entirely. It applies to all of us, not just you Niellune. We must end this debate about what to do about the ring and begin doing something about the ring. We cannot sit here and endlessly debate while Sauron gains the upper hand,"" Afrren replied, ""and bravery is something the fellowship will need."""
11541,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=75,2014-12-23T09:40:00,The Intergalactic Russian Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Starlight <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323432&amp;p=22891775#p22891775"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Nuridia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323432&amp;p=22891660#p22891660"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Look, I'll take the damned thing myself Grandfather."" ""I have a mission to accomplish and destroying that Ring is the only way to do it."" ""I'm young yes, but that blasted Ring's been a bane upon all our lives and I'll just go by myself."" ""Nobody else needs to die, and it's not like anybody will miss a simple, silly girl anyway."" ""If it gets things done, then I'll do it."" Niellune said determinedly to Elrond and not caring that she swore.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""What the young ranger says is true, Niellune, daughter of Aragorn and Arwen. One person cannot go alone, you will be destroyed. What will you do if you are injured? There will be no one to help you, and if 30 orcs find you, will you be able to fight them off alone, Niellune. I do not doubt your courage or think that you lack in abilities, but you will fail alone. The Ring can, and will corrupt the Ringbearer as they draw closer to Mordor. There must be a fellowship, a group of the most skilled and able elves, men, dwarves, hobbits and all free folk to combat the darkness.""</div></blockquote><br/>Boromir stood and said ""I will go too, but, I said this once during the last council about the accursed ring and I'll say it again. One does not simply walk into Mordor, we will need many people to go, quite a few may die, some my turn against the others. Frodo, as the Ringbearer, should be the one who casts the Ring into the fire."" he looked at them all ""We should not sit here and debate, the longer we wait, the more power Sauron has."""
11542,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=75,2014-12-23T09:44:00,Nuridia,"Niellune then listened to Boromir, the man who currently ruled what was left of her homeland as well as the young ranger and her own grandfather. She wanted to argue but knew that Elrond was right. ""Fine, you all are right of course."" she sighed and sat down. What she was thinking was,<span style=""font-style: italic"">Damn, I don't get to do nothing! But the fate of the world is at stake so that's more important.</span>"
11543,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=75,2014-12-23T09:53:00,Osnil,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Intergalactic Russian Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323432&amp;p=22891965#p22891965"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Starlight <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323432&amp;p=22891775#p22891775"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""What the young ranger says is true, Niellune, daughter of Aragorn and Arwen. One person cannot go alone, you will be destroyed. What will you do if you are injured? There will be no one to help you, and if 30 orcs find you, will you be able to fight them off alone, Niellune. I do not doubt your courage or think that you lack in abilities, but you will fail alone. The Ring can, and will corrupt the Ringbearer as they draw closer to Mordor. There must be a fellowship, a group of the most skilled and able elves, men, dwarves, hobbits and all free folk to combat the darkness.""</div></blockquote><br/>Boromir stood and said ""I will go too, but, I said this once during the last council about the accursed ring and I'll say it again. One does not simply walk into Mordor, we will need many people to go, quite a few may die, some my turn against the others. Frodo, as the Ringbearer, should be the one who casts the Ring into the fire."" he looked at them all ""We should not sit here and debate, the longer we wait, the more power Sauron has.""</div></blockquote><br/>""I agree that Frodo should bear the ring. And I am completely aware that you don't walk into Mordor. That's why between nine and fifteen should go. Enough to protect the Ringbearer, but too few to be noticed,"" Afrren replied."
11544,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=75,2014-12-23T09:57:00,The Starlight,"Glorfindel spoke up for the first time. ""I shall represent the elves of Imladris on this venture, it has been too long since I participated in the events of Middle-Earth.""<br/>Elrond nodded his head, thoughtful, ""Glorfindel will be a valuable addition to your fellowship, and I concur that he should go. He is more than able to best at least a few of the Nazgul if needed. You will find him a valuable ally. Now, who else shall go?"" Elrond asked,scanning the room."
11545,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=75,2014-12-23T10:12:00,Osnil,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Starlight <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323432&amp;p=22892096#p22892096"">wrote</a>:</cite>Glorfindel spoke up for the first time. ""I shall represent the elves of Imladris on this venture, it has been too long since I participated in the events of Middle-Earth.""<br/>Elrond nodded his head, thoughtful, ""Glorfindel will be a valuable addition to your fellowship, and I concur that he should go. He is more than able to best at least a few of the Nazgul if needed. You will find him a valuable ally. Now, who else shall go?"" Elrond asked,scanning the room.</div></blockquote><br/>""Before a riot ensues, I think it would be wise to insist on having at least one dwarf accompany us,"" Afrren said, ""that way both races get equal representation without much trouble. But still, back to the question-who shall carry the ring? Shall it be Frodo or nay?"""
11546,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=75,2014-12-23T19:25:00,Harndar,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Hobbiton, Goran Swordbane</span></span><br/>Goran strikes the anvil one last time and smiles at his creation, ""Beautiful, beautiful."" He spoke looking at the it. It was a blade, slanting so much that it would stand out in the crowd of swords.""Why would a Hobbit wish for this?"" He slid the hilt on the sword's, untouched side and stuck it into place. At last the sword was complete and in all of it's glory. Goran swung it a couple times,<span style=""font-style: italic"">Light, fast</span>Goran thought. He aims at a book and swung the sword, cutting it without any trouble.<span style=""font-style: italic"">And strong....</span>As he admired his creation, the door opened in his shop, which sent Goran to walk toward the shop's counter. As he reached the counter, He saw a Hobbit, looking around his shop. When the Hobbit finally saw the Dwarf, his face lit up in delight.<br/><br/>""Is it done?""<br/><br/>""Aye, I must say, it is a very special sword you ask me to make, Darwin."" Goran gave the sword to him.<br/><br/>Darwin jumped up and down."" Yes! Finally! My dream sword."" He looked at it in aw."" This is exactly what I wanted it to look like! Thank you!""<br/><br/>""No problem my good Hobbit. It was a strange design, but I worked it out in the end, plus you paid me in advance, so I can't complain.""<br/><br/>The Hobbit runs out of the shop and onto the streets, happy and excited. Goran smiled and returned back to his anvil until he heard a voice.<br/><br/>""Mr. Swordbane."" It spoke, He turned around and saw the librarian, stomping her foot.<br/><br/>""What can I do for you?""<br/><br/>""You have a book over due.... The Curves of Blades?""<br/><br/>""Of course!"" He runs back and tries to get the book, until he notices that the book that he sliced was the book.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Oh crap.... What am I gonna do?</span>"
11547,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=75,2014-12-24T05:45:00,Liecthenbourg,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ost-in-Edhil</span><br/>The ever present drumming of the Trolls and their instruments of malice was constantly echoing throughout the landscape. Snarls from wargs and snorts from horses came from the flanks and the rhythmical marching was met alongside the beating of fits upon shields and mighty chants of the black speech. Mauhur, an Uruk, had been named commander of these forces. Once he had the fortifications of Ost-in-Edhil in his sights he raised his fist into the air, a single metallic gauntlet raised high alongside the banners of the Dark Lord.<br/><br/>Silence followed as all activity ceased. He was annoyed, in truth - farms were empty, villages lost of souls. This meant no fresh meat for his more deserving brethren but luckily the men of the East always seemed to carry some spare Kine of Araw meat with them in their much more illustrious supply wagons. He shrugged off the inconvenience and began to await. Soon, he called forth the catapults he had brought along - some twenty-six dreaded hurlers of rock and fire. He was unsure if his dreaded siege engines were even within range but that could wait. He began to organise his immense force into a semi-circular fashion around the fortification built by the elves and he dispatched forth his wargs in their great number, alongside the Horse-Boys, out into the rear of the force - here they would scout around for any potential escapees from the surrounding area as well as to raid the surrounding countryside. Some even were sent further north in an attempt to scout ahead for the commander.<br/><br/>With a loud crash he realised his catapults were indeed within range, but this worked both ways. Whilst trolls laboured mechanically to load their rocks and boulders onto the crude siege devices, he could just make out activity from the bastions upon the defences, most likely the elves doing a similar feat. Quickly he attempted something new, he did have many forces to spare after all. He gestured towards one of the Eastern Commanders whom nodded most heartily before rallying many of his men, roughly 4,200 of his dreaded Easterlings. They were organised into groups of 120. Rapidly, they transformed from their dreaded anti-cavalry formations into that of a moving wall. Their shields, almost interlocking, gave them the appearance of a giant turtle advancing across the fields towards the citadel with any arrows casually bouncing off the strong shields of the Easterlings. Some collapsed under the pressure and their wielders were cut down but the advanced continued as both arrows and rocks flew from the Orc siege lines at the defenders. In front of the great Eastern hosts charged Snaga Orcs, little more than cannon fodder were they but with bloodlust and ferocity were they too attempt to scale the walls - little expected that too work. Behind the Easterlings however, using their advance as a shield, marched several Elite Uruk Regiments, ladders on their arms and swords on their backs. A smirk spread across Mauhur's face and he ordered another volley of arrows - again and again and again.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lond Daer</span><br/>The Mouth stifled a yawn from his chambers within a hastily rebuilt Government Building of some sort. He scanned the Orcs with this room, stern faced individuals clad in armour of black with halberds in their hands. Outside, the constant sound of hammers upon building works and the sawing of wood was ever present. He had been pleased, in truth. The vast amount of hands working on a singular project had already begun repairing the port to quite an acceptable level, but done it was not. Now he could merely hope that the siege of Ost-in-Edhil would preoccupy the forces of the Light long enough for them not to realise what was going on.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Depths of Erebor</span><br/>Tigeke waved off the dust from around her face and led the way with her lantern, crushing an insect of some sort beneath her golden boots as her three compatriots followed along - their equipment clanking and causing echoes in the intense caverns they were in. Little were they aware that their goal lay around a corner. Figuratively, of course.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Outskirts of Erebor</span><br/>General Yyveck sighed tiredly drawing forth his curved scimitar from its scabbard with a half-arsed effort. His horse reared and Rhunic Horns were blown as banners of the Eye fluttered in the wind triumphantly. Before long, the great host that had spent quite a while gathering marched. The very ground shook with fear as this fearsome Rhunic Host departed from the Lonely Mountain and headed towards the Mountains of Grey."
11548,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=75,2014-12-24T06:40:00,The Starlight,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Imladris<br/>Council of Elrond</span><br/><br/>Elrond looked at Gróin. ""There is no other way."" He took the book and read swiftly, his face growing troubled by what he saw. Meanwhile, Frodo looking down, looked up suddenly to the rest of the Council. ""I will take it! I will take the Ring! It was my burden at the start and I foolishly made the choice to send it away. Now, I must correct my errors.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ost-in-Edhil</span><br/><br/>The keen-eyed elven scouts upon their steeds had spotted the mighty force coming for them. Without word, they turned their horses and rode, warning all of the farmers who quickly got on their steeds and fled with them to Ost-in-Edhil. Once there they informed Elladan and Elrohir, who were commanding the defences of Eregion. The scouts were given fresh horses, the fastest in the area, and were bid to tell Lord Elrond of the news, and bid Lord Glorfindel come. Meanwhile, in Eregion, the elven forces girded their gold and blue plate armor, siege weapons were being readied. The twin sons of Elrond stood in a command tent, looking at a map of Eregion. ""We could sally out, brother, for their siege weapons will surely batter our walls, and they will not be able to hold against it for long. We will not be able to hold the wall against their siege towers also, meeting them on the battlefield is our only chance."" said Elladan.<br/>""I agree. Perhaps, when night comes, we can launch several quick raids, damaging all the siege weapons that we can, and in the morning we sally out. And if Lord Glorfindel can muster a cavalry force, a surprise attack on the enemies' flanks will do wonders.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Imladris<br/>Council of Elrond</span><br/><br/>A scout came rushing in: ""My lord Elrond! Eregion has been attacked! The enemy has a great host, with siege weapons! They are heading for Ost-in-Edhil, and will be there soon!"" Lord Glorfindel stood up fingering his sword. ""It is time we showed the enemy the fury and power of the Eldar once more! I beg my leave, Elrond, I ride for Ost-in-Edhil."" Elrond nodded, agreeing. ""The defences have to hold, my friend, for this could even be a opportunity for the Ring to slip past the siege and into the Gap of Rohan.""<br/>""They will hold.""<br/>Lord Glorfindel mustered 500 Mounted Noldorin Warriors, armed with curved cavalry swords, shields and spears, from the garrisons of Imladris. ""We ride to Ost-in-Edhil!"" the elven lord called out, mounted upon Asfaloth, with his own sword. Soon the elven force thundered out, riding with haste towards Ost-in-Edhil."
11549,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=75,2014-12-24T06:45:00,Ancian,"Korin only had his armor and axe left. The rest was deep in Erebor, lost to the enemy. He polished his armor and axe, as he prepared to go the council the elves were holding. Once he was satisfied it was done, he put it on and strapped on his axe. He took a look around his room, it was a simple, clean, and rather green place. Not bad, but he, personally, preferred Erebor or the Ironhills. He opened the light, and to him, somewhat flimsy door, and walked out. He made his way to the council and stood near to the entrance he came through. Korin stared around at the peoples present and listened to the proceedings, waiting for the right time to comment."
11550,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=75,2014-12-24T07:01:00,Old Tyrannia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Council of Elrond, Imladris</span><br/><br/>Gwaihir sat silently, perched on a low wall several metres from the rest of the council. Landroval had begged his permission to go ranging in the south, and perhaps catch a deer or a ram while he was abroad; Gwaihir granted him permission, but reminded him not to steal from the poor farming folk living west of the Misty Mountains. It was one thing to take a sheep from a wealthy farmer in times of plenty to feed their starving nestlings, but these were ill times and food and hope were both scarce; Gwaihir would not add to the troubles of men by having his brothers steal their livestock. Urimëhér had remained, in case his experience from the battle of Erebor would come into use. The two eagles towered over the rest of the company, some of whom, unfamiliar with the great birds of Manwë, kept glancing nervously at the sky lords.<br/><br/>Gwaihir nodded in agreement as Glorfindel said he would represent his kin on the venture. Gwaihir opened his beak to speak, but before he could, the ranger Afrren spoke first; ""Before a riot ensues, I think it would be wise to insist on having at least one dwarf accompany us. That way both races get equal representation without much trouble. But still, back to the question-who shall carry the ring? Shall it be Frodo or nay?""<br/><br/>This time Gwaihir spoke before anyone else could chime in.<br/><br/>""If I might interrupt,"" he said, ""though the question of who will make up this fellowship is of course vitally important, I think you must also give thought to the route taken to Mordor. My kin have ranged far and wide across the south and east, and they have not brought back good tidings. What you say of Gundabad is true, Master Dwarf; we have seen the orcs massing there and in the High Pass, although no orc yet climbs high enough to be a threat to our eyries. As you will know, Lothlórien is besieged on all sides by the armies of the Enemy. The company might be able to cross the Misty Mountains by going through Moria, but nothing has been heard from Lord Balin and his kin for many a year now, and I fear ill things now rule those caverns; even if you passed through it unscathed, moreoever, you might find sanctuary in Lórien but escaping past the Enemy's forces to go south would be all but impossible. Alas, Dunland is allied with Mordor and those lands are crawling with orcs and evil men. The Enemy's foul creature now sits in Isengard, and guards the pass into Rohan. All my scouts could find of the Rohirrim were scattered bands of warriors and refugees. The fellowship could take the river down to the sea and then sail down to the Bay of Belfalas and up the Anduin, but those seas are now haunted by Black Numenorean pirate fleets. I fear there is no safe route to Orodruin.""<br/><br/>""My lord speaks true,"" declared Urimëhér. ""Besides which, the sea route would make for a long journey and time is of the essence if you wish to save your lands and peoples. I was there at the fall of Erebor. The Nazgûl Khamûl commanded the forces of Rhûn; the Easterlings slew the men of Dale and put their city to the torch, and even the gates of Erebor could not hold back their armies. We eagles did what we could, but we were too few and our enemies too many for us to turn the tide of the battle as we did at the Five Armies. The ravens of Erebor roost there still, and they report the goings on there to us; we have learned that the Easterlings are rebuilding the defences of Erebor, transforming it into a fortress once again. That mountain is the key to the north; I fear Angmar will soon be once more teeming with orcs, goblins and trolls. The Lady Galadriel holds back the armies of the Enemy outside Lórien but her forces are pinned down and her powers not infinite. Imladris will soon feel the brunt of the Dark Lord's armies. If Arnor falls to the shadow, then so to does all Middle-Earth.""<br/><br/>A gloomy silence fell over the council. It lasted until Gwaihir broke it, saying, ""I and my kin will gladly carry the Fellowship as far south as we dare to save time, but not over lands under Mordor's sway. All it would take is one accursed poisoned arrow from an orc's bow to fell a great eagle, and the ring would then fall into the Enemy's hand and one of my brothers would have died in vain. If you wish we could fly to Enedwaith, and the fellowship could then attempt to pass Isengard unseen, but east of the Misty Mountains or south of the Isen we will not go. I am sorry we cannot do more.""<br/><br/>It was then that the scout entered. When he warned Elrond that Eregion was under attack, Gwaihir's thoughts turned to his brother.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Eregion lies to the south, where Landroval was ranging.</span>As Glorfindel prepared to take his leave, Gwaihir turned to the Elven scout.<br/><br/>""Pray tell, friend, have you or any of your kin seen a great eagle flying over Eregion? My brother Landroval flew south, and I fear for his safety from the orcs' arrows. He will be flying low, and they may catch him unawares."""
11551,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=75,2014-12-24T07:18:00,Ancian,"Korin decided it was time to speak. ""What Urimeher says is true, I commanded a column of Durins folk during the battle myself. What I wear now is all I own, for the enemy and all his Ally's are back in strength, and Erebor is lost, along with Dale. Its wise advise Gwaihir offers, for they can speed the fellowship on their way, even if they won't carry them into mordor itself. I volunteer to accompany the fellowship after parting with Gwaihir and his kin, if there's no objection of course."" He backed up a few paces and stared around the room looking every single man, dwarf, elf, and creature in the eyes, trying to gauge the personality and opinion of them by the way in which they looked back at him, or otherwise."
11552,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=75,2014-12-24T07:29:00,The Intergalactic Russian Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Ancian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323432&amp;p=22901718#p22901718"">wrote</a>:</cite>Korin decided it was time to speak. ""What Urimeher says is true, I commanded a column of Durins folk during the battle myself. What I wear now is all I own, for the enemy and all his Ally's are back in strength. Its wise advise Gwaihir offers, I volunteer to accompany the fellowship after parting with Gwaihir and his kin, if there's no objection of course. He backed up a fee paces and stared around the room looking every single man, dwarf, and elf in the eyes, trying to gauge the personality and status of them, by the way in which they looked back at him, or otherwise.</div></blockquote><br/>Boromir looked at Korin with respect, he looked back at the group and said ""Everyone, there is nothing more to discuss now, though I thought that the Misty Mountain pass would be safer, I agree with Urimeher, we must leave as soon as possible. I know the task will be hard, the enemy thinks they have won, they think that we have been defeated, but I look around at all the people brave enough to go on this quest and say that we are nowhere near being defeated. So when do we leave?"""
11553,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=75,2014-12-24T07:56:00,Osnil,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Intergalactic Russian Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323432&amp;p=22901775#p22901775"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Ancian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323432&amp;p=22901718#p22901718"">wrote</a>:</cite>Korin decided it was time to speak. ""What Urimeher says is true, I commanded a column of Durins folk during the battle myself. What I wear now is all I own, for the enemy and all his Ally's are back in strength. Its wise advise Gwaihir offers, I volunteer to accompany the fellowship after parting with Gwaihir and his kin, if there's no objection of course. He backed up a fee paces and stared around the room looking every single man, dwarf, and elf in the eyes, trying to gauge the personality and status of them, by the way in which they looked back at him, or otherwise.</div></blockquote><br/>Boromir looked at Korin with respect, he looked back at the group and said ""Everyone, there is nothing more to discuss now, though I thought that the Misty Mountain pass would be safer, I agree with Urimeher, we must leave as soon as possible. I know the task will be hard, the enemy thinks they have won, they think that we have been defeated, but I look around at all the people brave enough to go on this quest and say that we are nowhere near being defeated. So when do we leave?""</div></blockquote><br/>""We first must decide who is going to protect Frodo. We have myself, Frodo, Gróin, Glorfindel, once he returns from his battle, and Boromir. We still need at least four more volunteers. If all nine Nazgul attacked, we would be outnumbered. If we leave without Glorfindel, which would not be a wise decision, but which we might have to do in case he his delay is prolonged further, we may need more. And our perpetual thanks to you, Gwaihir,"" Afrren said, ""for the wisdom you bring to this council and the ride once our journey begins."""
11554,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=75,2014-12-24T08:01:00,Ancian,"Korin nodded to Boromir, and listened to what he had to say. When the man finished, Korin waited for the reply, for he'd said what he wanted to say. It was up to the administrators of this council to decide when they were going to leave. He retreated into thought, thought about the battle of Erebor, as he called it. It had felt like years of fighting, when really, it was just days. So many good people had died that day. It was like the enemy was going for genocide...He shook himself out of it. Of course they were going for genocide, they already knew that. Now was the moment to fix it and destroy the ring. He folded his arms, leaning back against the wall, and refocused himself upon the discussion at hand. Coincidentally, that was when he heard a man ask for volunteers. He looked the man speaking in the eye. ""I'll volunteer for this one son. I've fought for Dain Ironfoot as a commander too many times to count, including the most recent battle. I'd be honored to take part."""
11555,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=75,2014-12-24T08:10:00,The Intergalactic Russian Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Osnil <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323432&amp;p=22901946#p22901946"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Intergalactic Russian Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323432&amp;p=22901775#p22901775"">wrote</a>:</cite>Boromir looked at Korin with respect, he looked back at the group and said ""Everyone, there is nothing more to discuss now, though I thought that the Misty Mountain pass would be safer, I agree with Urimeher, we must leave as soon as possible. I know the task will be hard, the enemy thinks they have won, they think that we have been defeated, but I look around at all the people brave enough to go on this quest and say that we are nowhere near being defeated. So when do we leave?""</div></blockquote><br/>""We first must decide who is going to protect Frodo. We have myself, Frodo, Gróin, Glorfindel, once he returns from his battle, and Boromir. We still need at least four more volunteers. If all nine Nazgul attacked, we would be outnumbered. If we leave without Glorfindel, which would not be a wise decision, but which we might have to do in case he his delay is prolonged further, we may need more. And our perpetual thanks to you, Gwaihir,"" Afrren said, ""for the wisdom you bring to this council and the ride once our journey begins.""</div></blockquote><br/>""You have forgotten that Niellune and Korin also vowed to join us on our journey, we need a few more people though. I am just read to set out and have been since I heard the Ring was brought back."" Boromir sat down again ""People, you're either with us, or you're a coward, the only people at this council with the right to not go on this journey are Elrond and the Eagles, everyone else has a responsibility to see the Ring brought back to the fiery chasm from whence it came."""
11556,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=100,2014-12-24T12:56:00,The Seleucids (Ancient),"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 250%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #FFFFFF""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Falón</span></span></span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Council, Rivendell</span></span><br/>Gróin listened to all, nodded at most of them. While this he let out a sight when Gwaihir spoke about Khazad-Dûm, apperanty he had been sleeping in his chair when Gróin talked about it. Gróin had started to think about it, perhaps it was possible to sneak the ring towards the east under the notion of an embassy heading for Falón, though Gróin dropped that plan, it was to much of a detour after all. As much as he liked to continue chatting here, he could make himself usefull in many other ways. He stood up once more,<span style=""font-style: italic"">""While it is a pleassure to talk with you all, perhaps it may be a good idea to start doing some actuall work. I'm going to seek a way through or over the Misty Mountains, if anyone wants to join up, be quickly. I'll send out a raven once i found something and i will leave one raven here for when you found something. I'll see you soon.""</span>he said. He then walked away from the council, he knew that a mountain range had many places where one could pass through, perhaps he could find one of these places."
11557,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=100,2014-12-24T13:07:00,Ancian,"Korin, once more leaning against the wall, arms folded over his armor, was watching the conversation. Nevertheless, he was slightly taken aback by Groins sudden proclamation. Only dwarves and rare men and elves could speak raven, luckily, if not coincidental, many people present could speak it. He didn't particularly want to join his fellow dwarf, so waited to see the other replies to this, not terrible, idea."
11558,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=100,2014-12-24T13:12:00,Nuridia,"Niellune sat and listened to everybody intently, it seemed like there would be quite the motley of people joining them. Also, she didn't know what in the world she was getting herself into. This journey could cost their lives, but if it didn;t take place then the lives of everybody in Arda would be lost. In her racing thoughts, the princess said something quite unlikely. ""Why can't we just kill Sauron?"" ""I mean he's not immortal right, there has to be some way to bump him off once and for all."" Arwen's daughter sighed."
11559,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=100,2014-12-24T13:18:00,Osnil,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nuridia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323432&amp;p=22904684#p22904684"">wrote</a>:</cite>Niellune sat and listened to everybody intently, it seemed like there would be quite the motley of people joining them. Also, she didn't know what in the world she was getting herself into. This journey could cost their lives, but if it didn;t take place then the lives of everybody in Arda would be lost. In her racing thoughts, the princess said something quite unlikely. ""Why can't we just kill Sauron?"" ""I mean he's not immortal right, there has to be some way to bump him off once and for all."" Arwen's daughter sighed.</div></blockquote><br/>""Has your grandfather not told you that Sauron will live as long as his ring? Has he not told you the history? Niellune does raise an interesting question which can be answered by someone more fluent in lore than I. I only know bits and pieces of lore. My duties in Bree have kept me from that. I do not understand the full story myself. It is beneficial to the Council that a learned man or woman among us tell the tale,"" Afrren offered."
11560,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=100,2014-12-24T13:22:00,Nuridia,"""Not really, probably because I've never asked him."" Niellune said, trying to remember a time where she and Elrond sat down and discussed Sauron. ""Either he didn't or maybe he did and it was so long ago that I can't remember or that I didn't pay enough attention."" ""What kind of creature are we facing anyway, his life is tied to his ring?"" Tha's black magic if I've ever heard it."" she mused."
11561,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=100,2014-12-24T13:28:00,Osnil,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nuridia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323432&amp;p=22904782#p22904782"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Not really, probably because I've never asked him."" Niellune said, trying to remember a time where she and Elrond sat down and discussed Sauron. ""Either he didn't or maybe he did and it was so long ago that I can't remember or that I didn't pay enough attention."" ""What kind of creature are we facing anyway, his life is tied to his ring?"" Tha's black magic if I've ever heard it."" she mused.</div></blockquote><br/>""Sauron IS a dark lord. Dark Lords usually use black magic,"" Afrren pointed out, ""I know what I know through asking the learned. And you have a good start. Though your last question is one best pointed at the learned. You should ask your grandfather or Gandalf the Grey those questions. I have told you everything I know."""
11562,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=100,2014-12-24T13:33:00,Nuridia,"""Very well Master Affren, I will make further inquiries before we set out."" Niellune said, pushing her hair back to keep it out of her face. She will probably have to ask her grandfather if she could take some of his lore books with them when they leave."
11563,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=100,2014-12-24T13:38:00,Osnil,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nuridia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323432&amp;p=22904862#p22904862"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Very well Master Affren, I will make further inquiries before we set out."" Niellune said, pushing her hair back to keep it out of her face. She will probably have to ask her grandfather if she could take some of his lore books with them when they leave.</div></blockquote><br/>""Ask them now. It is all beneficial to this Council, especially the questions about Sauron. Besides, it is good to know something about the item you are taking to certain death,"" Afrren replied."
11564,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=100,2014-12-24T14:07:00,The Starlight,"Gandalf spoke up, having been quiet for sometime. ""Niellune, my dear, the Enemy is a fallen Maia, once a servant of Aule, who was one of the Valar. But he was tricked and ensared by Melkor, or Morgoth, as some of you might know his as, which Feanor named him. Both Gil-galad and Elendil fought him on the slopes of Mount Doom in the War of the Last Alliance. Gil-galad, High King of the Noldor with the mighty glaive Aeglos, Elendil, High King of Arnor and Gondor, with the sword Narsil. Both were defeated, as Sauron had the One Ring. Even without the One Ring, the pair would not have been enough. Perhaps, if the Five Istari or Wizards, Galadriel, Thranduil, Glorfindel, Elrond and Cirdan fought the Enemy at our greatest strength, we might have a faint chance. But even then, I would fear. For Sauron would assuredly have the Nazgul with him, and Saruman has betrayed us. The glory and might of the elves, and the Numenoreans is all but gone. The last vestiges of it are here, in Lorien, and in the Grey Havens."""
11565,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=100,2014-12-24T14:39:00,Ancian,"Korin had never cared much for the history or lore of Sauron, however, he paid attention to the people talking. His only visible reactions where the occasional grunt of surprise. Most of these occurring while the wizard, whom he'd seen but never spoke to, talked. It was very interesting, but to him, it mostly verified the fact the ring must go. He waited for the next person to speak in this highly interesting discussion. He, of course, volunteered for this to get the chance to have revenge for the fallen Dwarves outside Erebor, and of course to help the other races. To a lesser extent, help them anyways. His people came first and this quest would save all."
11566,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=100,2014-12-24T16:08:00,Osnil,"""Wasn't Sauron the Necromancer before the Battle of Five Armies? I had heard that he resided in Dol Guldur before a Council removed him from his seat. I also heard that Saruman was the one who came up with the way to defeat him. Is that correct?"" asked Afrren."
11567,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=100,2014-12-24T16:59:00,The Starlight,"<blockquote><div><cite>Osnil <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323432&amp;p=22906242#p22906242"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Wasn't Sauron the Necromancer before the Battle of Five Armies? I had heard that he resided in Dol Guldur before a Council removed him from his seat. I also heard that Saruman was the one who came up with the way to defeat him. Is that correct?"" asked Afrren.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The ""Necromancer"" was only a guise for the return of the Enemy. Saruman, though the White Council had their suspicions, persuaded us that Sauron could not return, as the Ring was lost forever. He was wrong. I called for action as soon as the Necromancer appeared, but Saruman, being the head of my order overruled me. When he finally agreed to take action, it was too late. The Enemy ""fled' before us, having long prepared for our stroke. He returned to Mordor and declared himself as Sauron. Saruman had studied the arts of the Enemy, and they did help in the White Council driving the Enemy from Dol Guldur, but there was no defeat, and it was to his folly. Saruman began to desire power, and so he fell."" Gandalf explained. ""But what I want to know is how a Ranger has heard of these things. True, the news of the Necromancer traveled far, but not of the White Council. Who told you these things?"" Gandalf questioned, looking at Afrren."
11568,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=100,2014-12-24T17:18:00,G-Tech Corporation,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Marthabund Keep, Northern Ithilien</span><br/><br/>From the north they came, marching legions of young Orcs fresh from their farms and fields, their little villages and bowyers. Brought by draft to the service of the Tower for their five years, as all their kin were, the inductees were raw, uncouth, but not without promise. Theirs was a hardy lineage, survivors of the destruction of Mordor after the Treachery of the Elves, and only the strong could count themselves amidst the families of the Morannon and their vaunted houses. Rockbeaters, Stonebiters, Stormwearers, Sightblinders, Treebreakers, Brassmenders; the list could go on for a day or two, so vast and varied were the hosts that marched under the banner of the Great Eye. But in truth, their line and ancestors mattered little to the battle-grizzled veterans that took down their names and doled out their rations and weapons. Some from certain clans would be set to be heavy infantry, or light, as their fathers trained them. Others would be given the great bows favored by the sons of men, and now in fashion of the Night Prince, and yet others unskilled in much else given crossbows to use when they wouldn't work as cooks and butchers and artisans of the immense armies of Mordor.<br/><br/>It was as it had been for centuries, save one minor detail. The new inductees, after being assigned barracks, stood before a brazier and repeated words spoken to them by wizened figures. Some of the figures were mannish in shape and smell, but under their scent of humankind a more fell odor lurked, that of incense and blood, ink and sorcery. Each spoke the words, the ancient tongue of the enchantments binding into tongue and sinew, marrow and flesh; with their Common Speech they promised undying fealty to Mairon the Admirable, and to serve their commanders in his stead, else death and blindness take them. Each Orc felt somewhat strange as they spoke, weak and confused by the smoke from the brazier, and in little circles they huddled and discussed what the portents could mean. But ere long a feeling of belonging stole over each new soldier, and they shacked up in their barracks, ready to begin training the next day.<br/><br/>At dawn the Orcs woke to wonderment; upon their forearms small signs like running flame could be seen, symbols readable even through armor and clothing, and upon their right temples a small mark glowed whenever one spoke in the Common Speech. The marks told of each warrior's rank, and lineage, and where they were now, and of their unit of military prowess. A wondrous system, the devising of the Dark Lord's most powerful servant, the Mouth. Even as the Orcs began training, the system was being applied across the lands of Rochand and the New Kingdom, Mordor and the Wild Lands that Mairon claimed for his own. All the people of the Tower underwent the Oath, and by it they were given their place in life, order raining. None who were foes of the Lords of the Land could buy and sell, or hide the fact that they bore the Black Land and all her people ill will.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Naked Marches, Central Arnor</span><br/><br/>This was a detestable country, to the mind of any free man or walking Orc. It's glens and woodlands were well enough, close and comfortable, but beyond their borders one was stripped of all cover, a bug crawling on the bare plain of the middle regions of Eriador. Few men lived here, only hardy foresters and herdsmen calling the wild country home, but in ages past it had been a land of splendor and glory. Cardolan, Arthedain, and yea even Rhudaur had fought over and had dominion over these reaches. Great fields of grain had flourished, tended by the hands of those still with enough skill in their veins to be named Dunedain, Sons of the West. Here cities and towers, citadels and roads, byways and biers, had lain. And here they still stood, though time had diminished their grandeur. The broken teeth of the houses of dead men marked the skyline of the denuded region, skeletons of kings of old laid bare for any passerby to stare upon and feel a strange sense of melancholy steal over their hearts.<br/><br/>Through this land the hosts of Mordor passed, and even those who walked in the shadow of the Fire Mountain at ease could not keep the faintest hint of nameless unease from their blood. This was a solitary land, best left to its own devices, a vista of forgotten spirits and the shades of ages past. Where Orc and man marched west there was brash laughter and the light of torches, the dull rumble of iron-shod feet and the creak of carts. If anything the laughter was harsher and the lights more numerous than when the host crossed the Ettenmoors, for bravado in the face of a fear no man could see or fight is oft the response of the disquieted. Along vanished roads the black host passed, led by men that might be called corpses save for the tiny sparks of intelligence in their eyes, and the movement of desiccated limbs. The Black Numenoreans, kin of the men who had once strode across these marches with bright swords and boisterous song, ah they were a curious people. Long ago had they sold their very souls to the Darkness, the Lidless Eye of the East, and he had repaid them with that which they craved so desperately as Ar-Pharazon and his last host sailed into the west. In fiendish rituals of human sacrifice and blood magic had their minds been bound to their flesh, for a time at least forsaking the Doom of Men. Many were unimaginably old, their years prolonged beyond the count of even those whose blood was mingled with the Eldar race, and they knew these dead lands as their own hands. With pity did some of the shadow men look upon these relics of the past, now incapable of loving the soft sighing of the wind and the warmth of breath, but no pity did the Ancients feel. Only ambition still burned in their bones, all baser and nobler emotions seared away, or twisted into mockeries of the life and humor they had once been.<br/><br/>No pity was spared either on the wretches left in this land to make it safe for the passage of supplies, to tame the scattered peoples and cut new roads into the bloodless skin of the plains. But their time here would be brief, at least, for even the commanders of the Great Eye were no without regard for their men. The dread of this region would make their tours of duty shorter, and perhaps with time new life would be found in the vanished lands between the Ettenmoors and the old capital of Arnor at Annuminas to which the host marched.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Banks of the Hoarwell, Rhudaur</span><br/><br/>A fey country lay along the banks of the river that burbled throughout Eriador, and the men along its banks were wild, but sensible. When the legions of the North descended from the Coldfells, leaving behind their fastness of the Omnegost, the All-Guard, the Icy Finger of the Winter King, some had fled west, towards more civilized lands. Others simply shrugged and went about their lives, while some more boisterous and inebriated sorts took to trying to hunt Orc patrols from the sparse stands of white pine and firs that populated the region north of the Trollshaws. The former lived much as they always had, though their dirt tracks were occasionally choked with marching war-bands and slavering patrols. The latter in time disappeared from the knowledge of their kin, and old greybeards shook their heads at the folly of youth. Some few uncautious soldiers bearing the red of the Barad-Dur paid for their laxity with their lives, but such nonsense was slowly arrested. Along the Hoarwell from the north came traffic, of a kind unknown to the fisher people and herders for many generations; barges of supplies and rafts bearing soldiers in glittering array would come along the shallow banks of the flood at odd hours, and in places the northerners ran up outposts and docks for the passage of goods. A brisk trade soon developed in a few days, old sheep or fish for implements, axes and plows and the like. Before long some villages began hosting tiny garrisons of swarthy men of the east, and men from the north who spoke with strange accents. Those who traded with the northern armies were obliged to speak words about a strange lord, Mairon the Admirable, who the fisher-folk took to be the master of these forces, and many wondered at the bright signs that appeared when they spoke with the outlanders."
11569,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=100,2014-12-24T17:20:00,Nuridia,"Niellune grasped the silver necklace that she wore as she often did when she was thinking or nervous. Her brother Eldarion had their mother's Evenstar pendant, Arwen had given it to him as the eldest child as part of his inheritance."
11570,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=100,2014-12-24T17:38:00,The Seleucids (Ancient),"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 250%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #FFFFFF""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Falón</span></span></span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Misty Mountains</span></span><br/>Gróin had travelled to the Misty Mountains as fast as he could, his desire was not to waste any time. Darkness grew with the hour and so an hour could not be spilled in vain. Upon his arrival at the Misty mountains he started to walk around, talking to the locals that lived near it in the hope a way through could be found.<br/>After a few hours there was nothing, no path and no way, not even one that would be risky to take. This was, untill he sumbled upon a local trader who told Gróin about a path that led over the Mountains, it was a risky path, this becouse it held the path that led to a small goblin camp. Gróin, upon this discovery, took this path, looking around how far he could go. This trader told that the enterance of this goblin camp was not far away removed from the first Mountain, with that in mind Gróin walked around and as he reached the first mountain he started to be carefull. As silent as he could he wandered around, looking for the enterance, but besides a simple cave he found nothing. He figured it was worth the risk, after all, most alternatives where suicide. Quickly he ran down and sended a raven with a simple message to the council.<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Found a way, north of Rivendell, possible goblin camp along the way, safest way so far, find Step for location, Gróin</blockquote><br/>Gróin hoped that this message would arrive in time. In the meanwhile he searched around a bit more, trying to see what paths where safe and to block those that weren't."
11571,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=100,2014-12-24T17:47:00,Great Confederacy of Commonwealth States,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Council<br/>Imladris<br/>Dwalin, Son of Fundin<br/>Lord of Moria<br/></span><br/>A total, utter quiet hung over Dwalin as the council discussed the position they had found themselves in. Man, Elf, Dwarf, Wizard and Eagle, even a Hobbit was involved in the deciding of the fate of Middle Earth. All wanted to speak. All wanted to give their opinion, let their mind be known to the others. Dwalin wasn’t that high-flying himself. He just sat there in his stone chair, listening to everything that was said, never uttering a single word. Smoke trailed from his stone pipe, a piece he himself had carved from the rocky throne of a Goblin chieftain when he helped claim the Northern Misty Mountains for Erebor. The smoke took no distinct form, representing the thoughts he was currently in. He had no solid line of mind, no thread he was following. He just mused, mused upon the news. The death of Balin hit him harder than he had ever imagined. Sure, it was widely accepted that he had failed in his mission to reclaim Moria, but the actual news of his demise was a hammer blow to even one of the greatest warriors of the Dwarven race. He’d even charged the Orc armies of Azog himself, all those many years ago, he knew the place. He knew how Balin must have met his doom. Not one emotion appeared on his face, though. He was not one for all the nonsense of giving way his inner world. The fact that Goblins had killed his beloved brother only made his resentment towards Mordor stronger. The Orcs had grown bold because of the power in the East. His Dark Will made them stronger, fiercer, more dangerous. With His Will leading them on proved the worse thing to happen to Dwarven Kind since Smaug the Malevolent. At length, Gandalf spoke of Sauron, the happenings of the Ring, Dol Guldur and the White Council. After the question Gandalf posed to the Ranger, Dwalin could no longer hold his tongue, and forth he spoke on the matter.<br/><br/>“It is true that the Ring needs to be destroyed. It is true that no one being could do this on his own. Or her own, for that matter. The Heiress of Rivendell, Arnor, and Gondor is fair, yes, but she is not made for this role. She should be the protected, not the protector.”<br/><br/>Dwalin glanced at a moment at the daughter of Aragorn.<br/><br/>“But our enemy has grown powerful indeed. He has cast aside the Dwarven gate at Erebor, a feat of force equal to that of a Dragon. The great fortresses of Men, the embodiment of their spirit, have fallen. Elven magic has proved not a match to the Dark Magic of the Fiery Tower at Gorgoroth. Even now, we stand divided”<br/><br/>This time, a glance at Groín followed, with a bitter look in his eyes. Dwalin had no love left for his kin from the east, not since the fall of Erebor.<br/><br/>“But we cannot let old hatreds consume us while the biggest hate readies its final strokes. I agree upon the idea of a Fellowship. Alas, Sauron controls every faggot of wood, every tree and flower, every living being between the slopes of the Misty Mountains and the Far East where no rightly guided being would wander. He has dominion and lordship over these lands, he usurped countless thrones. He is now, in all fact, Sauron, Khan of Rhûn, Sultan of Harad, captain of the Tower of the Dead, Steward of the City of Guard. He is Marshall of the Riddermark, King of the Woodland Realm. He bears the titles King of Gondor and Bane of the West, and is King under the Mountain. Soon, he will be the Lord of Lothlorien, and that will be the end of us all. His dominion is too strong. With the death of Balin, only I remain to claim lordship over Moria. Hence, I shall be Dwalin, Son of Fundin, Lord of Khâzad-Dum.""<br/><br/>Dwalin walked up to the centre of the meeting, where the Golden Ring of Orodruin lay still and silent, as if it was gazing into them.Dwalin locked eyes with it for a second, only a second, in which he stretched out his fingers just a few inches. Quickly, he drew them back, as if drawn from the verge of sleep, and turned back towards the Council. He clenched his fist, and spoke unabridged in his own voice.<br/><br/>“I propose we create a Shadow Fellowship. This Fellowship will use the language Sauron understands. Force, the threat of armies, vanity, pride, arrogance. With the spirit of the Last Alliance, the armies of Men, Elves, Hobbits, Dwarves, Ents and animals should unite, in open rebellion to Sauron and his Hold and Tower. The real fellowship, which I will guide through the Mountain Paths with pride, should act in all secrecy, avoid contact, slipping through every ruse Saruon can throw at us. If Groín is willing to stand with Erebor on the matter, this might have an actual chance of success. I need another Dwarf in the Misty Mountains, by my side at all times. Can you do this, Groín, Son of the Eastern Mountains?”"
11572,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=100,2014-12-24T18:26:00,Ancian,"Korin watched as the widely known and, yes, feared Dwalin spoke to the council. He had seen him fight in person, it was a great thing to behold. Consequently, he listened raptly to his fellow descendant of Durin. They had both fought at Erebor, both times in fact, but Korin had to admit that both times the other Dwarf had made a better account of himself. He heard and listened to what Dwalin said. He thought for a second, then he simultaneously stopped leaning on the wall, unfolded his arms and walked forwards a few steps.<br/>"" Are you suggesting 2 fellowships? If you are, then I do say the idea has some merit to it. One with the real ring, along with Frodo, you, and possibly Groin. The other with different members. A feint in other words"" Korin thought for a second before resuming ""Of course, if we put all the members in one group the ring would have double protection. I, of course, still volunteer for either."""
11573,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=100,2014-12-24T18:31:00,The Seleucids (Ancient),"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 250%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #FFFFFF""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Falón</span></span></span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Council, Rivendell, Flashback</span></span><br/>Gróin listened to what Dwalin had to say. The two obviously disagreed on who had the right to rule over Khazad-Dûm, but this was not a matter that had any importance at this day, this day was about the evil forces, not the struggle amongst Dwarves themselves. Gróin figured that struggles like these would be a matter of time before they would be solved wether it was diplomatic or by force.<br/>Gróin was already on his path to leave for the Misty Mountains though he decided to wait and see what his fellow Dwarf had to say. Gróin looked upon Dwalin when his name fell,<span style=""font-style: italic"">""You have my Axe Dwalin, Son of Fundin. Make sure you don't dissapoint the Eastern Clans""</span>he said with a smirk on his face. Gróin actually knew Dwalin, not personally but from the stories, most of them where about the Battle of Azanulbizar. Both the Stonefoots and the Blacklocks had fought alongside the Dwarves of Erebor at that battle and from the stories that came where a few about Dwalin. Back in these days he was supposed to be a great warrior who could finish off many orcs and goblins at once. Gróin never though these stories where completely true, though none of them where ever completely false either. Gróin just hoped that Dwalin was still the man from the stories and he hoped that age had not cought up with the Dwarf. Gróin then looked up at the council one more time,<span style=""font-style: italic"">""I'll be off now, expect a raven to come in as soon as possible""</span>he said as he turned around and left."
11574,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=100,2014-12-24T18:41:00,G-Tech Corporation,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Hall of Elrond, Imladris</span><br/><br/>Miron sighed, resting his warhammer lazily across his broad shoulders and the pauldrons of his suit of plates. He had come here, to the halls of the fabled Imladris, for answers to how he could restore trade and prosperity to his homeland, the eastern Avari realm of Dorwinion, famed for its vintage and commerce through all lands. The Lord Elrond Half-Elven was accounted wise even in the stories of the kin of the East, for his legend was great indeed, and here Miron sat outside the doors of the audience chamber, like some page waiting upon the will of his master. The fortunes of the lineage of Eol had fallen low indeed, for such a state of affairs to be seen as fitting to the honor of the House of Silivren. With languid grace the dark-haired elf rose, nodding to one of the two white-haired wardens before the doors, and made off around one of the corners of this grand hall. If the Lord Elrond saw fit to let another son of the Eldar sit like a beggar for over an hour, it was surely not a matter of politeness; he must simply be taken up with another person of importance, and must have forgotten the time. A graceful smile played like a ghost across the White Smith's features as he nimbly climbed the trellis at the rear of the hall, and vaulted over the low stone ballustrade that separated it from the gardens below. Many persons were gathered there, seated near the figure Miron recognized as fitting the description of the great lord of the Eldar. Some turned their eyes to the arrival in an askance manner, but Miron would not keep them bewildered long.<br/><br/>""My lord Elrond"" spoke the Eastern Elf as he bowed low to the waist, like the custom amongst the sons of the Stars and Sun, ""I hope I do not intrude overmuch. Were not we set to meet at the hour of the highest sun about the matter of my homeland? I see you are taken with other matters, and so it would be my pleasure to speak with you over evening meal, but perhaps your messenger told me the time awrong?"" His deep eyes, like coals of night, flashed marginally as they took in the room. There, on a pedestal at the center of the circle of conversants in meeting, sat a most curious object. A single ring, a golden band unadorned but plain, and perfect in its shape, flawless even to his powerful vision. It must be most precious, this thing they spoke about, to have men and Elves and even Dwarves and strange midget creatures of the west... halflings they were called?... all looking upon it. Their expressions puzzled the scion of the House of the Land of Bells, Kharbaranth, for some looked upon the humble ring with expressions upon their faces as if it were a viper ready to strike."
11575,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=100,2014-12-24T19:45:00,The Intergalactic Russian Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Great Confederacy Of Commonwealth States <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323432&amp;p=22906878#p22906878"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Council<br/>Imladris<br/>Dwalin, Son of Fundin<br/>Lord of Moria<br/></span><br/>A total, utter quiet hung over Dwalin as the council discussed the position they had found themselves in. Man, Elf, Dwarf, Wizard and Eagle, even a Hobbit was involved in the deciding of the fate of Middle Earth. All wanted to speak. All wanted to give their opinion, let their mind be known to the others. Dwalin wasn’t that high-flying himself. He just sat there in his stone chair, listening to everything that was said, never uttering a single word. Smoke trailed from his stone pipe, a piece he himself had carved from the rocky throne of a Goblin chieftain when he helped claim the Northern Misty Mountains for Erebor. The smoke took no distinct form, representing the thoughts he was currently in. He had no solid line of mind, no thread he was following. He just mused, mused upon the news. The death of Balin hit him harder than he had ever imagined. Sure, it was widely accepted that he had failed in his mission to reclaim Moria, but the actual news of his demise was a hammer blow to even one of the greatest warriors of the Dwarven race. He’d even charged the Orc armies of Azog himself, all those many years ago, he knew the place. He knew how Balin must have met his doom. Not one emotion appeared on his face, though. He was not one for all the nonsense of giving way his inner world. The fact that Goblins had killed his beloved brother only made his resentment towards Mordor stronger. The Orcs had grown bold because of the power in the East. His Dark Will made them stronger, fiercer, more dangerous. With His Will leading them on proved the worse thing to happen to Dwarven Kind since Smaug the Malevolent. At length, Gandalf spoke of Sauron, the happenings of the Ring, Dol Guldur and the White Council. After the question Gandalf posed to the Ranger, Dwalin could no longer hold his tongue, and forth he spoke on the matter.<br/><br/>“It is true that the Ring needs to be destroyed. It is true that no one being could do this on his own. Or her own, for that matter. The Heiress of Rivendell, Arnor, and Gondor is fair, yes, but she is not made for this role. She should be the protected, not the protector.”<br/><br/>Dwalin glanced at a moment at the daughter of Aragorn. <br/><br/>“But our enemy has grown powerful indeed. He has cast aside the Dwarven gate at Erebor, a feat of force equal to that of a Dragon. The great fortresses of Men, the embodiment of their spirit, have fallen. Elven magic has proved not a match to the Dark Magic of the Fiery Tower at Gorgoroth. Even now, we stand divided”<br/><br/>This time, a glance at Groín followed, with a bitter look in his eyes. Dwalin had no love left for his kin from the east, not since the fall of Erebor.<br/><br/>“But we cannot let old hatreds consume us while the biggest hate readies its final strokes. I agree upon the idea of a Fellowship. Alas, Sauron controls every faggot of wood, every tree and flower, every living being between the slopes of the Misty Mountains and the Far East where no rightly guided being would wander. He has dominion and lordship over these lands, he usurped countless thrones. He is now, in all fact, Sauron, Khan of Rhûn, Sultan of Harad, captain of the Tower of the Dead, Steward of the City of Guard. He is Marshall of the Riddermark, King of the Woodland Realm. He bears the titles King of Gondor and Bane of the West, and is King under the Mountain. Soon, he will be the Lord of Lothlorien, and that will be the end of us all. His dominion is too strong. With the death of Balin, only I remain to claim lordship over Moria. Hence, I shall be Dwalin, Son of Fundin, Lord of Khâzad-Dum.""<br/><br/>Dwalin walked up to the centre of the meeting, where the Golden Ring of Orodruin lay still and silent, as if it was gazing into them.Dwalin locked eyes with it for a second, only a second, in which he stretched out his fingers just a few inches. Quickly, he drew them back, as if drawn from the verge of sleep, and turned back towards the Council. He clenched his fist, and spoke unabridged in his own voice. <br/><br/>“I propose we create a Shadow Fellowship. This Fellowship will use the language Sauron understands. Force, the threat of armies, vanity, pride, arrogance. With the spirit of the Last Alliance, the armies of Men, Elves, Hobbits, Dwarves, Ents and animals should unite, in open rebellion to Sauron and his Hold and Tower. The real fellowship, which I will guide through the Mountain Paths with pride, should act in all secrecy, avoid contact, slipping through every ruse Saruon can throw at us. If Groín is willing to stand with Erebor on the matter, this might have an actual chance of success. I need another Dwarf in the Misty Mountains, by my side at all times. Can you do this, Groín, Son of the Eastern Mountains?”</div></blockquote><br/>Boromir looked at Dwalin and said ""A few years ago, hell, even during the last Council, I would have called you suicidal, insane, and a typical dwarf,"" Boromir stood back up ""but he is right, we need an army to buy the Fellowship some time, but, we should only use it once the Fellowship nears Mordor, one there, this ""Shadow Fellowship"" will distract Sauron at the Black Gate while the Ring is being brought to Mount Doom. For now, though, I say we stick with one."""
11576,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=100,2014-12-24T20:00:00,Ancian,"Korin moved forwards again. ""As I said earlier, I'll support any plan that gets the job done. But I suggest a mixture of Dwalins and Boromirs ideas. We need an army, and a good one, to rebel against Sauron. However, e need two fellowships going at once the fake one, and the real one. The difficulty would be to make the false one look convincing of course. And if the eagles are willing to help, they could make a fake fellowship look convincing. This thing can be pulled off sons, but we need more people. Too many cowards are squirming and not volunteering for this mission, but maybe its better we need brave people willing to give their lives."" He paused for a second looking around. ""Come on! We need to stop arguing and start moving!"" Korin yelled, using his best paradeground voice. With that he backed up a few paces. And watched. Again."
11577,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=100,2014-12-25T10:18:00,The Starlight,"<blockquote><div><cite>G-Tech Corporation <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323432&amp;p=22907248#p22907248"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Hall of Elrond, Imladris</span><br/><br/>Miron sighed, resting his warhammer lazily across his broad shoulders and the pauldrons of his suit of plates. He had come here, to the halls of the fabled Imladris, for answers to how he could restore trade and prosperity to his homeland, the eastern Avari realm of Dorwinion, famed for its vintage and commerce through all lands. The Lord Elrond Half-Elven was accounted wise even in the stories of the kin of the East, for his legend was great indeed, and here Miron sat outside the doors of the audience chamber, like some page waiting upon the will of his master. The fortunes of the lineage of Eol had fallen low indeed, for such a state of affairs to be seen as fitting to the honor of the House of Silivren. With languid grace the dark-haired elf rose, nodding to one of the two white-haired wardens before the doors, and made off around one of the corners of this grand hall. If the Lord Elrond saw fit to let another son of the Eldar sit like a beggar for over an hour, it was surely not a matter of politeness; he must simply be taken up with another person of importance, and must have forgotten the time. A graceful smile played like a ghost across the White Smith's features as he nimbly climbed the trellis at the rear of the hall, and vaulted over the low stone ballustrade that separated it from the gardens below. Many persons were gathered there, seated near the figure Miron recognized as fitting the description of the great lord of the Eldar. Some turned their eyes to the arrival in an askance manner, but Miron would not keep them bewildered long.<br/><br/>""My lord Elrond"" spoke the Eastern Elf as he bowed low to the waist, like the custom amongst the sons of the Stars and Sun, ""I hope I do not intrude overmuch. Were not we set to meet at the hour of the highest sun about the matter of my homeland? I see you are taken with other matters, and so it would be my pleasure to speak with you over evening meal, but perhaps your messenger told me the time awrong?"" His deep eyes, like coals of night, flashed marginally as they took in the room. There, on a pedestal at the center of the circle of conversants in meeting, sat a most curious object. A single ring, a golden band unadorned but plain, and perfect in its shape, flawless even to his powerful vision. It must be most precious, this thing they spoke about, to have men and Elves and even Dwarves and strange midget creatures of the west... halflings they were called?... all looking upon it. Their expressions puzzled the scion of the House of the Land of Bells, Kharbaranth, for some looked upon the humble ring with expressions upon their faces as if it were a viper ready to strike.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Lord Elrond turned from the conversation towards the Eastern Elf. He bowed back, and after straightening, he spoke. ""I must apologize, Lord Silivren for it seems I lost track of time. Come, let us retire to chambers were we can speak in privacy."" Elrond nodded to his other guests and led Miron to his lore room, and waved the dark-haired elf towards a seat while he took the other.<br/>""Now, let us begin,"" said Elrond."
11578,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=100,2014-12-25T10:44:00,The Starlight,"<blockquote><div><cite>Liecthenbourg <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323432&amp;p=22901300#p22901300"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ost-in-Edhil</span><br/>The ever present drumming of the Trolls and their instruments of malice was constantly echoing throughout the landscape. Snarls from wargs and snorts from horses came from the flanks and the rhythmical marching was met alongside the beating of fits upon shields and mighty chants of the black speech. Mauhur, an Uruk, had been named commander of these forces. Once he had the fortifications of Ost-in-Edhil in his sights he raised his fist into the air, a single metallic gauntlet raised high alongside the banners of the Dark Lord.<br/><br/>Silence followed as all activity ceased. He was annoyed, in truth - farms were empty, villages lost of souls. This meant no fresh meat for his more deserving brethren but luckily the men of the East always seemed to carry some spare Kine of Araw meat with them in their much more illustrious supply wagons. He shrugged off the inconvenience and began to await. Soon, he called forth the catapults he had brought along - some twenty-six dreaded hurlers of rock and fire. He was unsure if his dreaded siege engines were even within range but that could wait. He began to organise his immense force into a semi-circular fashion around the fortification built by the elves and he dispatched forth his wargs in their great number, alongside the Horse-Boys, out into the rear of the force - here they would scout around for any potential escapees from the surrounding area as well as to raid the surrounding countryside. Some even were sent further north in an attempt to scout ahead for the commander. <br/><br/>With a loud crash he realised his catapults were indeed within range, but this worked both ways. Whilst trolls laboured mechanically to load their rocks and boulders onto the crude siege devices, he could just make out activity from the bastions upon the defences, most likely the elves doing a similar feat. Quickly he attempted something new, he did have many forces to spare after all. He gestured towards one of the Eastern Commanders whom nodded most heartily before rallying many of his men, roughly 4,200 of his dreaded Easterlings. They were organised into groups of 120. Rapidly, they transformed from their dreaded anti-cavalry formations into that of a moving wall. Their shields, almost interlocking, gave them the appearance of a giant turtle advancing across the fields towards the citadel with any arrows casually bouncing off the strong shields of the Easterlings. Some collapsed under the pressure and their wielders were cut down but the advanced continued as both arrows and rocks flew from the Orc siege lines at the defenders. In front of the great Eastern hosts charged Snaga Orcs, little more than cannon fodder were they but with bloodlust and ferocity were they too attempt to scale the walls - little expected that too work. Behind the Easterlings however, using their advance as a shield, marched several Elite Uruk Regiments, ladders on their arms and swords on their backs. A smirk spread across Mauhur's face and he ordered another volley of arrows - again and again and again.<br/></div></blockquote><br/><br/>Ost-in-Edhil, Eregion<br/>Elladan stood on the walls of Ost-in-Edhil. They would not lose this city, not now. The catapults of the enemy were slowly breaking down the walls. The elves and dwarves had collaborated on the rebuilding of Ost-in-Edhil, and their combined skill was great, but it would not endure forever. They would have to abandon the walls, unless they figured out a way to destroy the catapults. For now, however, on the wide wall, Noldorin Guardians and Dunedain Rangers stood, firing arrows upon the enemy. Elladan gave the order to fire over the shield walls at the heads of the approaching foes. The elves fired up into the air, which evaded the shield wall. But the son of Elrond knew that the Snaga in front of them were not worth wasting arrows on, for they could be easily cut down. But behind them, was the real threat. The elves continued firing at the Easterlings, ducking behind the parapets irregulary to evade returning fire. But some elves spotted some more units behind the Easterlings. Elladan didn't have to order the elves to fire upon the Uruks, the elven longbows of the finest make traveling far and fast. Volley after volley, the elves fired again. Meanwhile, Elrohir had mustered the defense of the Dwarven cragted stone and metal gate. The work of the Dwarves was strong always, and no matter what rams the enemy had, they would have a difficult time breaking it. There stood the valiant Dwarven Warriors, more Guardians and the Noldorin Spears. The Spears formed the vanguard, holding their spears up for now, but at the sight of an enemy, they would put up their shields and put down their spears forming a spear wall. Behind them, the Warriors and Guardians formed a shield wall of their own, encircling the gate behind the spears. Elrohir also ordered the catapults on the ground to fire balls of flame and stone, while the catapults on the wall did the same. The shield wall of the Easterlings was impervious to most arrows besides the ones that Elladan was focusing up into the arrow, but the fiery balls cut a swath through them."
11579,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=100,2014-12-25T11:40:00,Elerian,Reserved for later
11580,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=100,2014-12-25T12:26:00,G-Tech Corporation,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Wild Man Village, Dead Marshes</span><br/><br/>Through the murky glens the band of Morannon Orcs trudged, their thick leather armor muffling the jingling of black mail rings. This was a luckless duty, following up the confessions extracted from the Westron spies. But Garthab thought that there might be truth to the thoughts, and one only disobeyed the old Uruk if they were willing to answer to his masters. None of the Crimson Boars had felt that stupid, or had enough of Skarka's heady grog to be that dim-witted, so here they were, following a mud track away from the highroad into the festering pools on either side of the small strip the Dark Lord had tamed through the stagnant land. The spies had spoken of a village here, and it was the duty of the squad, twenty soldiers strong, to see if he was lying, and if so, how much he was lying. Behind them on the track the Gray Company waited for their report, two hundred and thirty stout lads ready if the Boars ran into trouble.<br/><br/>Out on the flats near a stand of sickly swamp trees the Orcs could barely make out some dwellings, and grumbled, some rather amazed that the spies had spoken truthfully. They were not Westrons, but some sort of swamp-tribe that had escaped the notice of the Eye for a matter of many years. With weapons ready the Morannon Orcs trotted in a double column towards the buildings, where they could see some people walking about. One of them called out in the Common Speech, his harsh syllables causing the brand at his temple to glow with a dull red fire.<br/><br/>""Come forth, men of the Marshes, and be recognized by the soldiers of the Great Eye.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Redhorn Gate, Caradhras, Misty Mountains</span><br/><br/>Through the clear night air the goblins could see the fires burning about the hated Elven city in Hollin, and the campfires of the immense host that had issued from the south bearing the brand of the Great Eye, lord of the Earth. They too served the Dark Power in the East, after their own fashion. A tribalistic religion of the worship of Melkor, the friend of the Orc, bound them soul and body to the will of the Night. A few scouting parties had not returned over the years from the western plains, but raiding had become more profitable with the coming of the farmers of the Fair Folk. Now though a fell spirit was in the air, and the shamans and interpreters of the signs of the stars said that it was time to march against the hated Eldar. The warchiefs merely nodded at these words; to their minds the matter had been obvious ever since the coming of the host of the south was reported by scouts, and messengers too had come from the Black Land bidding the Goblins make down from their mountain heights and promising them new holds and raiding lands in return for their aid in war.<br/><br/>And so it was the Redhorn Pass, cruel Caradhras, was inundated by the tide of black spears and gleaming iron with the fall of night. Regardless of the success of the initial Easterling and Orc assault during the first day of siege, there were more foes coming against Ost-in-Edhil than merely those bearing the red of the Eye. Nearly three thousand goblins, the largest part of the strength of the Redhorn, descended into the vales, moving silently and without any torches. Their night assault would be a thing of terror, especially aided by the force issuing from below their mountain holds.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Doors of Durin, Western Walls of Moria, Misty Mountains</span><br/><br/>In the side of the mountain the great doors lay unbroken, unmoved by any force due to the ancient spells laid upon them by dead lips. But even as they stood lifeless, the hole delved in the mountainside next to them teemed with the sound of march feet and the harsh voices of Orcs. From Moria, the Black Pit, came an army of great Moria Orcs, man-high and fell in their weapons. Jagged weapons, great bows, and halberds they bore along with their claw-like scimitars, armored and armed by the riches that had once made Khazad-Dum a great fastness of the folk of the scion of the Dwarves in Middle-Earth. No Longbeard now walked the ancient halls, but many Orcs, and they had been stirred by emissaries of Mordor. Tales of treasure, plunder, and the feel of blood on their fangs had riled the many Orc chiefs into action to serve the Darkness that covered the lands east of the Great Sea. There were still the last traces of day in the sky, but night's cloak was falling, and with it came hordes of Orcs in their marching legions, swordsmen and archers and great Mountain Trolls at the bidding of the Black Hand hastening to join in the assault on the city of Ost-in-Edhil. Nearly five thousand in arms passed through the passages of the west, making their way past the shrunken pool of the Watcher with their eyes set upon the burning citadel barely visible in the distance. The most keen-eyed of them could pick out the work of siege towers and ladders against the walls, but ere long the day's battle would be over, and the watches of the night would begin.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Halls of Elrond, Imladris, Eriador</span><br/><br/>Miron smiled at the manner of the Lord of Elves, the Half-Elven. He seemed wise, and the dark-haired Avari was grateful his meeting had not simply been overlooked. Reaching into one of the satchels at his side, the Easterner extracted a small document which contained a ledger of figures about the fortunes of the House and all Dorwinion indeed. They were not numbers indicative of a flourishing city, but rather those of a region slowly slipping into poverty.<br/><br/>He inclined his head, composing himself for a moment, and with a fey smile handed the ledger to Elrond, before speaking in the slow sonorous tones of the Land of Bells. His Quenya was formulaic and somewhat stilted, but he could get by in the language of the Noldor. ""My lord Elrond, you are accounted wise amongst the scattered kindred of the Eldar that walk Middle-Earth. I would ask of you council, if you see fit to give it, not for myself or merely my kin, but for all those who call my homeland of Dorwinion their home as well. Though we are of the Unwilling, in this tongue, we still consider your people and those from beyond the Western Sea as our people, and now we are in great distress. The Maia, Sauron you term him, has taken Erebor, and the Greenwood, and laid waste to both Rohan and Gondor, our trade partners of old. Dorwinion of the Singing Bells was founded upon trade and prosperity, and now we find ourselves beset by a sea of foul Yrch and the war they bring in their train. Do you have any words for how we might send the Yrch back to their holes, and restore the line of Durin to the throne of the Lonely Mountain? I myself am a warrior, but my people are more apt to wield the lute than the sword. Not by force of arms can we accomplish this, but for this reason have my kin sent me to seek your council. You are wise, and may see courses we cannot."""
11581,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=125,2014-12-25T14:24:00,Liecthenbourg,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ost-in-Edhil</span><br/>Off the catapults fired, again and again. The rocks they fired beat at the walls like a mighty drum. By the time the bombardments were complete, Mauhur had boasted wildly to his fellow commanders of a leg of pork and a bowl of grog, the Pointy-Ears and Stout-Fatties would be begging for mercy. The reality was slightly more different, with significant bombardments focusing on specific areas - not the entirety of the fortification. 13ft high, many of the spotters working by the catapults had stated, for the walls of Ost-in-Edhil to be. The Easterlings had continued their dreaded march, their ""testudo"" formaton deflecting the well aimed Elven arrows. Catapults hitting them, though that was different. Some of the battalions had lost a many men to the catapult fire, but a good amount still held respectable level of men. The Uruks too had suffered some casualties, but many still clutched their ladders with their strength, back mounted shields peppered with arrows. Surprisingly, most of the Snaga had survived due to the fact they had been ignored - so they did as they were instructed, they began climbing the walls as best they could, aiming to mimic their Goblin brethren. Uruks began reaching the walls, constantly under arrow fire, but ladders were placed against the fortifications. Uruk and Easterling began their climb to the battle, poised for battle and their weapons sharp for flesh.<br/><br/>Upon seeing the Snaga clamber and climb up the walls, Mauhur broke into a fit of laughter. He bellowed and chuckled, pointing and laughing as his fellow commanders too joined the fun. It was brief. A few moments later he blew into his ivory war-horn, signalling the second phase of the attack. Heavy feet impacted against the soil, wheels turned rhythmically and wood creaked with the wind. The Mountains Trolls heaved and hoed, pushing with their might. The Mighty Siege Tower slowly came forth from the distance, sheets of black metal adorning her front and that too was covered in wet hides. Orcs and Uruks stood on her platforms, awaiting the coming battle. Her involvement was to wait however, as she sat behind the lines out of firing range.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Dagor Dagorath!</span>the Orcs chanted in unison, waving their weapons into the air.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Dagor Dagorath!</span>bellowed Uruks, their crossbows firing off into Ost-in-Edhil.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Dagor Dagorath!</span>came from the Easterlings still at their besieging lines, their halberds and pikes rising into the air to pierce the heavens themselves.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Dagor Dagorath</span>- The End had come.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Casualties of First Assault""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">114 Uruks<br/>38 Snaga<br/>201 Easterlings<br/><br/>Remaining:<br/>686 Uruks<br/>1962 Snaga<br/>3999 Easterlings</div></div></div>"
11582,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=125,2014-12-25T14:41:00,Elerian,"<span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Dead Marshes</span></span><br/><br/>The Orcs of Mordor had stumbled upon a small outpost of Clan Gratis. There were around thirty that lived in the small hunting camp and before the Orcs had even discovered the camp, many of the villagers had fled with what valuables they could. The half dozen warriors that defended the camp, as well as several hunters seemed to materialize around the Orc party. They had no intention of fighting the orcs, but should they need to, they would be ready.<br/><br/>A youth stepped forward at the beckoning of the Orcs to parley. He stopped some twenty paces from the nearest Orc and stared at the Orcs.<br/><br/>""What would you have of us?"" The youth asked."
11583,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=125,2014-12-25T16:21:00,Osnil,"Afrren listened for a while, then whispered to Gandalf, ""I stumbled into the lore room by accident."" He then proceeded to answer Kiel, ""That is an excellent idea. But the convincing would be an issue. They have to make it look real, but act fake. We must find an enemy spy and share this news with him so that his masters will look for the fake, and by the time its too late, have found out."""
11584,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=125,2014-12-25T17:34:00,The Starlight,"<blockquote><div><cite>Osnil <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323432&amp;p=22914529#p22914529"">wrote</a>:</cite>Afrren listened for a while, then whispered to Gandalf, ""I stumbled into the lore room by accident."" He then proceeded to answer Kiel, ""That is an excellent idea. But the convincing would be an issue. They have to make it look real, but act fake. We must find an enemy spy and share this news with him so that his masters will look for the fake, and by the time its too late, have found out.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Gandalf's eyebrows rose. ""Find an enemy spy? No spies are here in Rivendell, I and Elrond can assure you. And the very notion of finding a spy, telling him of this fake fellowship and letting him go? If you were the enemy, wouldn't you think that suspicious. No, no, that will not do, not at all."" said the wizard."
11585,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=125,2014-12-25T17:39:00,Ancian,"Korin thought for a second before nodding. ""Aye, an enemy spy would do the trick. But where would we get one. A down trodden orc? A Haradrim or another evil man? Maybe appeal to their humanity?"" He shook his head. "" Doubtful, orc or otherwise. We'd have to have someone on the inside, and I don't believe we do. It'd be better to appeal to a Haradrims greed then his humanity actually."" Korin thought privately, that they'd be hard pressed to succeed no matter how they proceed."
11586,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=125,2014-12-27T16:18:00,Osnil,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Starlight <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323432&amp;p=22915010#p22915010"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Osnil <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323432&amp;p=22914529#p22914529"">wrote</a>:</cite>Afrren listened for a while, then whispered to Gandalf, ""I stumbled into the lore room by accident."" He then proceeded to answer Kiel, ""That is an excellent idea. But the convincing would be an issue. They have to make it look real, but act fake. We must find an enemy spy and share this news with him so that his masters will look for the fake, and by the time its too late, have found out.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Gandalf's eyebrows rose. ""Find an enemy spy? No spies are here in Rivendell, I and Elrond can assure you. And the very notion of finding a spy, telling him of this fake fellowship and letting him go? If you were the enemy, wouldn't you think that suspicious. No, no, that will not do, not at all."" said the wizard.</div></blockquote><br/>""I meant that we discover him, but not capture him, and then kind of give him a hint as to the fake fellowship. A subtle hint, so as not to let them catch on. Or we could find a man on the inside that would tell the enemy of the fake fellowship,"" Afrren suggested. Though it would be a good plan, he thought."
11587,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=125,2014-12-28T22:15:00,SaintB,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lagûrz the Wolf</span><br/>The uruk must have made for quite the pitiful sight or at least he did in his own imagination. Tied to a post on a knoll overlooking the camp that now belonged to his greatest rival and stripped to the waist insured Lagûrz had little else too do than use his imagination for now as he had long ago given up the struggle against the wires that bound him and cut into his wrists and forearms with each attempt but not because he was weak and tired, he was saving his strength. Saving his strength for when his nemesis Naga the Shadow arrived to complete his humiliation by forcing him to swear his obedience like a dog with the promise that<span style=""font-style: italic"">maybe</span>he could still remain one of the captains of the new warchief. He had sworn an oath alright, an oath that he would carve the White hand of Saruman into his rival's chest the same way the Eye of Sauron had been burned into his and then he would end that Black Uruk's life with his bare hands even if it meant his own death. He would choke the life Naga and taste his enemy's blood in his mouth before he would be cut down; that was the oath he had sworn to himself and to Melkor and bound in his blood that flowed from his many wounds!<br/><br/>As dawn broke over the bivouacs of the orc hordes the activity in them began to wane at first it was slowly but as the sun began to grow ever higher in the morning sky less and less of the goblinkind would be seen moving around and by the time the sun's rays turned from red to white most every orc and uruk had sought shelter somewhere with less light. All goblinkind hates the sun, even the fierce uruks though they be less affected by it than their lesser kin preferred to stay in shadow and darkness and even the new warchief was taking shelter somewhere inside. The alert status at the camps was somewhat slackened since for whatever reason the Éored of Alanule had been less active of late and the hated giant eagles had avoided open conflict with large concentrations of the dark lord's servants. Lagûrz began to think himself all but alone now when he noticed the smell of other orcs approaching him and he was filled with renewed rage, ""Do your worst slime!"" he shouted at the arrivals thinking they were either tormenters or there to finish him off, ""If I survive I promise to have you strung up as food for the wargs and whatever bits are left of your entrails will be stew for the goblins so you better be here to kill me!""<br/><br/>They weren't his best threats but it would do for now he supposed and he didn't even give his new audience the honor of looking at them while he spoke and so the reply took him by surprise, ""I've 'eard better freats from lesser uruks let alone from yer."" a familiar voice replied and forced Lagûrz's head up in curiosity.<br/><br/>The voice belonged to Narnûlubat who was a lieutenant of his and another of Saruman's fighting uruks and with him were Dagam-bûrz and Sadaauk two regular but loyal orcs from the Misty Mountains who had served under him for more than a year. Sadaauk spoke next, ""Webuh're t' get you down.""<br/><br/>Dagam-bûrz remained silent as he slipped behind and began working at the wires while Narnûlubat talked and Sadaauk took overwatch, ""Yer can't stick 'round or Naga will just tie yer up again. But I 'ave a plan ter get yer back in the chuffin' good graces of the powers that be. Stay clear, keep yor loaf of bread dahn and don't git dragged back until yer spot a Wite 'and mark on the rock by us old rally point. That will mean I've found a warchief that'll take us in.""<br/><br/>""Let me guess. With you as the captain and me as your lieutenant?"" Lagûrz was less than impressed by that.<br/><br/>""No way, yer can stay in charge I don't need evry uruk in Isengard 'ave a lookin' ter dispose of me.""<br/><br/>Lagûrz remained quiet as he contemplated the chances of this working in his favor and they were decidedly slim but still better than nothing. He also tried not to wince as the wires that dug into his flesh were peeled painfully away. ""I'll need weapons.""<br/><br/>His arms were finally free and Lagûrz stretched and shook them to get the blood circulating as Narnûlubat nodded, ""We couldn't smuggle yor weapons and armor but we got yer a scimitar and some javelines and a shield. Also these two are gahn wiv yer.""<br/><br/>The former uruk captain shook his head at the last suggestion, ""I don't need them and they'll be missed if they also disappear.""<br/><br/>Sadaauk turned back toward his former captain and shook his head at him, ""You gibe Sadaauk 'n Dagam-bûrz grog 'n meat 'n let us fite alongside uruks. You don't beet us so bad as Naga who cuts out Dagam-bûrz tongue!""<br/><br/>""Fine,"" Lagûrz didn't really want them with him, their bowed legs and clumsy gait would slow Lagûrz's own travel speed and they needed to eat more than he did but two more bodies wouldn't actually hurt and they were capable fighters; he had kept regular orcs as part of his company to use as skirmishers while his warg riding uruk-hai launched the decisive assaults and these two had stayed alive in that role for more than a year, ""We go now!"""
11588,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=125,2014-12-29T13:41:00,The Starlight,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ost-in-Edhil<br/></span><br/>The elves continued firing. As the enemy reached the walls, boiling cauldrons had been carried up the walls. As the Snaga clambered up the walls, the son of Elrond gave the signal. The elven warriors stepped forward and poured the boiling water down at the Snaga. Soon enough, squeals were heard as the Snaga suffered the burns. While that was ongoing, the elves had stepped forward once more. An elven longbow has an extremely heavy draw and at full draw at close quarters, it is a fearsome thing. The elves drew back their longbows all the way and fired down at the Snaga, skewering several of the squishy and unarmored orcs with just one of the arrows fired. But they were exposed to the oncoming foe and so some of the elves were felled, but they were still strong on the walls.<br/><br/>The walls were constantly battered by the catapults and eventually then would fall. But for now, they would hold. The Noldorins continued firing at the Easterlings and the Uruks and their own catapults both on the ground and the wall would soon fall. The shields would only last for so long, and the Easterlings and Uruks would become weighed down, and even would drop their shields soon enough. But the crossbows of the Uruks were also causing damage to the elves, and so their numbers fell.<br/><br/>Seeing the approach of the siege tower and the Mountain Trolls who pulled it, Elladan waved to a Ballista further along the wall. The elves manning it turned the huge crossbow,and would begin firing on the Mountain Trolls pulling the siege tower. The huge bolts would do some damage, Elladan hoped. But for now, they fired on the bunch of Uruks surrounding the ladders, starting to climb<br/><br/>Elladan commanded some of the sword bearing elves to start pushing the ladders back over, once the Uruks actually started climbing. Other archers would fire on the rungs of the ladder, which would also push them over.<br/><br/>Listening carefully, he started hearing the chant of ""Dagor Dagorath!"" from the foe. He started chuckling and the other Noldorins soon passed on the message and did the same. Their Sindarin was terrible. And this would not be the end of the Eldar, not if the sons of Elrond had anything to say about it.<br/>But they would answer and so the elves took up their own cry:<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Elbereth Gilthoniel!""</span>And others still cried in their fair voices:<span style=""font-style: italic"">""For the light!""</span><br/><br/>And the light of the Eldar would not fade, despite the efforts of the shadow.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Eregion</span><br/>Glorfindel and his 500 Mounted Noldorin Warriors rode for Ost-in-Edhil. They had encountered some scouting parties, but that was expected and the elves had ambushed them, riding upon the wargs from the flank. The blades of the Elves were bright and they quickly fell upon the wargs and the orcs upon them. But at their head was Glorfindel, and the Last Elf of Gondolin's golden blade was the end of many a foe, and the fury and power of an elf lord was revealed.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Original Force""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">500 Noldorin Spears<br/>250 Dwarven Warriors<br/>1,250 Noldorin Guardians<br/>500 Dunedain Rangers<br/>100 Mounted Dunedain<br/>250 Mounted Noldorin Warriors.</div></div></div><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Casualties""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">75 Noldorin Guardians<br/>65 Dunedain Rangers</div></div></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Halls of Elrond, Imladris, Eriador</span><br/><br/>Elrond took the document and looked upon it, immediately starting to frown. The numbers were not good at all, and it looked like Dorwinion had a dark future ahead. He responded to the elf after a few moments of silence, looking up from the ledger. ""Your words are fair indeed, and the Elves of Imladris have also thought of you as kin as well. Your people seem to be in a dire position, you speak truly, the forces of Sauron and evil surround your people. I would counsel you to tell all those who can bear arms to prepare themselves and train, though they are more inclined to music. I can offer several of our own warriors to teach your people the art of war. As for the Dwarves of Erebor, there is one here, who was of the original company of Erebor, Dwalin. I would tell you to speak to him and see what plans they already have in place, for the dwarves will not stand idly while the Lonely Mountain lies in hands that are not theirs. But the overarching matter is Sauron, and without his destruction all of the Eldar will fall, whether it be in a few months or years. My final counsel is this, help those who are gathered here to destroy Sauron. There is only one way to achieve this, by casting the One Ring into the fiery chasms of Mount Doom, for only there can it be unmade. If you are interested, I can tell you more of this One Ring and how it came to be, for I was there when it should have been destroyed long ago. What say you?"""
11589,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=125,2014-12-29T14:02:00,Osnil,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Breeland</span><br/>Scouts and spies had reported that orcs were nearing the Troll-fells and that orcs were mustering at Annuminas. Barricades were constructed, and fortunately, the spiders in Breeland still held off some areas near their caves. Boiling cauldrons, ballistas, and traps being set could be seen from Bree itself to Archet. Groups of hunters hid in the forests, waiting to ambush an orc scout. They also moved to a different area of the forest so as not to be discovered.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Drogo Proudmead,<br/>The Prancing Pony, Breeland</span><br/>Drogo wearily entered the Pony from a long day of preparation. The orc hosts nearing Bree made him nervous. A battle would soon be fought on Bree-soil. Eying a the Half-hand, he said, ""I trust that you are the representative from the Shire? We are intending on putting up as much a fight as we can. But for both the Shire and Bree to survive, we must fight together. These orcs may overrun us. They may rape our daughters and wives. They may slaughter our sons and cousins. They may burn our houses and put our fields to the torch, but not while we have two legs to stand on and swords in our fists."""
11590,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=125,2014-12-29T16:20:00,Krugmar,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Hîr-Burôdasînkal</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Grey Havens</span><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Blockade of Mithlond""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://img1.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20090906034300/lotr/images/thumb/b/b4/Grey_Havens_01.jpg/500px-Grey_Havens_01.jpg""/></div></div></div><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Forces and Casualties""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-size: 130%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bellakaran Forces and casualties</span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ships</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Before battle:</span><br/>1 Flagship - <span style=""font-style: italic"">Pharazbalak</span><br/>19 Carracks<br/>11 Caravels<br/>1 Flagship (Corsair Galley) - the <span style=""font-style: italic"">Doomtide</span><br/>32 Corsair Galleys<br/>2 Elven War Galleys<br/>6 Elven Caravels<br/>9 Elven Merchant Galleys<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">After battle</span><br/>1 Flagship - <span style=""font-style: italic"">Pharazbalak</span><br/>19 Carracks<br/>11 Caravels<br/>1 Flagship (Corsair Galley) - the <span style=""font-style: italic"">Doomtide</span><br/>31 Corsair Galleys<br/>2 Elven War Galleys<br/>5 Elven Caravels<br/>7 Elven Merchant Galleys<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Soldiers</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Before battle:</span><br/>1 Numenorean Hero - Hîr-Burôdasînkal<br/>10 Old Guard<br/>304 Numenoreans<br/>76 Haradrim (serving on the Carracks).<br/>23 Elven Villagers (Taken as Slaves)<br/>1 Corsair Hero - Ledoc<br/>678 Bellakaran Corsairs<br/>57 Elven Villagers (Taken as Slaves)<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">After battle</span><br/>1 Numenorean Hero - Hîr-Burôdasînkal<br/>10 Old Guard<br/>267 Numenoreans<br/>45 Haradrim (serving on the Carracks).<br/>1 Corsair Hero - Ledoc<br/>582 Bellakaran Corsairs<br/>53 Elven Villagers (Taken as Slaves)<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 130%; line-height: 116%;"">Elven forces and casualties</span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ships</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Before the battle:</span><br/>3 Elven war Galleys<br/>5 Elven transports<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">After the battle:</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Soldiers</span><br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Before the battle:</span><br/>458 Mithlond Sentries<br/>86 Elven Sailors (Manning the ships)<br/>812 Elven Militia<br/>3300 Elven Villagers<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">After the battle</span><br/>415 Mithlond Sentries<br/>786 Elven Militia<br/>2812 Elven Villagers</div></div></div></div><hr/><br/><br/>Two two fleets had met up near the Grey Havens, joining forces once again for the final assault. Hîr-Burôdasînkal could see Ledoc standing on the Doomtide, it seemed that his attack had been successful and they had not lost too many ships or men. They were nearing their destination and Burôdasînkal could hear the corsairs chanting. Their voices were dreadful and out of tune, what they were chanting about was vulgar, crude and only fit for wretches. But if it got them ready to fight, then Burôdasînkal would allow them to chant.<br/><br/>The Grey Havens was a place of great beauty, Burôdasînkal almost felt bad that soon it would burn. These elves had stood for too long against the true sons of Numenor, they had helped the Faithful far too much and now they would pay for it. He could see the small elven ship coming out to greet them, its crews were made up of the remaining sailors and some Mithlond Sentries. The Elven war galleys crashed into some of the Corsair galleys, the elves gracefully flying off of their ships and slicing down the corsairs who got in their way. Two of the elven war galleys were immediately encircled like this and the crews, though putting up a valiant fight, were overwhelmed with arrows and shot down to the last elf.<br/><br/>Burôdasînkal saw the Doomtide ram the last elven war galley, smashing into its hull. Unfortunately it did not move back in time and some of the sentries flew onto the Doomtide's deck. They swiftly cut down some of the corsairs, but bolts shot from nearby ships proved to be their undoing. He saw Ledoc almost lose a fight with one of the sentries, saved only by one of his corsairs knifing the elf in the back. The remaining sailors on the war galley were shot down, before the Doomtide receded from the wreckage as it slowly began to sink.<br/><br/>Several of the elven transports had already been sunk to the bottom of the harbour. Against Corsair Galleys and Numenorean War Carracks they faced no chance of success. Their crews were shot down by a torrent of bolts and arrows, though they managed to send quite a few in return. The battle for the harbour did not last long, soon the elven ships were destroyed and their crews ultimately lost. Several of their own captured elven ships had broken apart, already damaged from previous battles, and one of their corsairs galleys was hit a few too many times by the elven war galleys.<br/><br/>They had broken through the elven fleet and could now access the inner harbour. The fleet of Bellakar began to move into the Grey Havens harbour, yet Burôdasînkal was not pleased when he saw a large amount of sentries and militia ready to fight his men. If he allowed a fair and open fight then his soldiers would be doomed, they would have to crush the morale of the elves along with their city. He ordered that the Ballistae on the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Pharazbalak</span>and other Numenorean Carracks be fired and the Scorpions on the smaller Corsairs galleys to be fire.<br/><br/>The bolts created tremendous damage amongst the buildings in the Grey Havens, causing some to topple over and crush many elven citizens. Burôdasînkal watched as the corsairs fired arrows into the crowds of sentries and militias, though few of them actually hit their intended targets. Once enough chaos had been caused then they would set about ravaging and raiding. Burôdasînkal only hoped that the Dark Lord they were serving would provide a suitable reward for his conquests. He had lost a lot of good men serving the false god and was not prepared to return to Bellakar empty handed again."
11591,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=125,2014-12-30T06:55:00,Liecthenbourg,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ost-in-Edhil</span><br/>Many of the Snaga burned and boiled under the oil, but others kept climbing towards their goals. Soon, the first few had begun their attack upon the defenders on the battlements, their crude and poisoned blades waving madly in hacks and flurries. Uruks clambered up next, some watching as ladders tumbled downwards and as ladders still grabbed onto the wall with their dreaded curved hooks. Fine cleavers were raised and one of the Uruk Captains slammed his mighty sword into an unfortunate Elven Archer's neck, before he watched as a comrade climbing the ladder to his left was impaled in the chest with a good four arrows. He snarled and more of his companions soon joined the fight. Finally, the Easterlings came up onto the walls, their scimitars being drawn in quick reactions as they began to aid their Mordorian Brethren in the assault. Catapults continued their fire on the locations with no Mordorians currently upon them, or with the least amount as possible and Mauhur snorted wildly as several Morannon Divisions were sent forth.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""First Assault.""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Casualties:<br/>32 Uruks.<br/>411 Snaga<br/>18 Easterlings<br/><br/>Remaining:<br/>654 Uruks<br/>1551 Snaga<br/>3981 Easterlings</div></div></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Second Assault""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">4,000 Morannon Orcs</div></div></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Deep within the Mountain, Erebor</span><br/>Soon the Easterling Expedition had come across the tomb of Thorin - a jewelled and magnificent room with a large central sarcophagus like structure, most likely housing the remains of the Dwarven Lord. Tigeke clambered with her grace and skill, prying for the great white stone from a chest piece on the sarcophagus. Her companions; Jerrek, Kemik and Margoz had all began to gather their belongings and such. Now, with the symbol of Erebor in their clutches, their task had been complete. Once they reached the surface, each had boasted, it was time for a warm bath, meat and a good wine. All had agreed."
11592,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=125,2015-01-01T08:38:00,The Starlight,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ost-in-Edhil</span><br/><br/>Elladan drew his sword. If he allowed this to go on, the orcs would take the walls. ""Draw swords!"" he commanded to the Noldorin Guardians, who drew their curved swords and shields. The Dunedain Rangers continued to fire at the ladder hooks, felling some of the ladders, while also firing at the oncoming Morannon Orcs.Then, seeing the ladders full of enemies, the proper materials for fire arrows were brought. The Dunedain grinned and fired at the rungs of the ladders, setting several ablaze. The Noldorin Guardians drew their kite shaped shields and curved swords. Elladan felled an Uruk with an overhead cut and several other elves did the same. The kite shaped shields had grooves on the sides, one might think that it was a gap. But as soon as an orc went to go stab through an elven sword stabbed through. The elves started to push at the shields while stabbing through. Occasionally, a few broke formation shortly to raise their shields in response to overhead attacks. The Noldorin Guardians directly in front of the gate continued, while Elladan led some more of the guardians on the flank of the foe, wielding their swords like scythes, mowing down the orcs and Easterlings. But their poisoned blades, scimitars and cleavers were doing some damage, thought Elladan as he parried a slash, returned the favor and then slammed his sword down on the ropes just beyond the curved hooks, felling a ladder.<br/><br/>Elrohir, having received word, prepared his catapults and ordered them to fire at the Morannon Orcs. Back on the wall, the ballista started to spit out bolts at the orcs on the ground.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Casualties""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">187 Noldorin Guardians<br/>37 Dunedain Rangers<br/><br/>Remaining...<br/>988 Noldorin Guardians<br/>398 Dunedain Rangers<br/>500 Noldorin Spears<br/>250 Dwarven Warriors<br/>100 Mounted Dunedain<br/>250 Mounted Noldorin Warriors.</div></div></div>"
11593,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=125,2015-01-03T18:26:00,Osnil,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Afrren Toen<br/>The Council of Elrond</span><br/>Getting up from his chair, Afrren said, ""It seems that our delays and messengers have internally bothered us. May we adjourn our council until tomorrow, when our council will not be riddled with interruptions?"""
11594,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=125,2015-01-03T18:37:00,The Intergalactic Russian Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Osnil <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323432&amp;p=23016064#p23016064"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Afrren Toen<br/>The Council of Elrond</span><br/>Getting up from his chair, Afrren said, ""It seems that our delays and messengers have internally bothered us. May we adjourn our council until tomorrow, when our council will not be riddled with interruptions?""</div></blockquote><br/>Boromir got up and said ""I second that, I came here thinking the Council would take a few minutes, but instead it has taken all day. I shall leave to my quarters."""
11595,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=125,2015-01-03T18:54:00,Osnil,"""I hope that tomorrow will bring us further progress,"" Afrren said. He was somewhat upset that they hadn't finished their council.<br/><br/>Shortly onward, in the halls, Afrren met Boromir. ""The Council tomorrow will last for ages. It is my firm belief that the longer we sit and argue, the longer we are doing exactly what Sauron wants. The longer we are divided, the quicker he can crush us in one sweep of Middle-Earth. Then hope for Middle-Earth would be lost."""
11596,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=125,2015-01-03T18:56:00,G-Tech Corporation,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Eastern Trollshaws, Eriador</span><br/><br/>Through the slightly wooded dells and rolling hills the forces and legions of the Great Eye made their way, iron-shod feet drumming on the earth in a ceaseless rhythm. Staunch Uruks, tall cruel Morannon Orcs striding with glittering blades, even immense Mountain Trolls with tough hides like stone made their way beneath the drifting snow squalls and overcast skies that accompanied the hosts of Mairon the Admirable. His armies could bear the light, if needed, but were far more comfortable in the enfolding twilight akin to their underground homes and murky lands.<br/><br/>Here was not far from their mountains, but the captains of the Black Land knew the foe lurked in these trees; scouting parties had brought back word of Elves in the foliage of the rolling hillocks, and so outriders and vanguards were doubled as the host of the east entered the forest en masse, sweeping for the foe to open the way to Rivendell.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Doors of Fate, Orodruin, Mordor</span><br/><br/>A dozen Avari, great craftsmen and forgers from the east, and three dark Elves. Those were the retinue Sauron, the Enemy, kept as he stared down into the fiery heart of that which men named Mount Doom. His eyes were as red as the coals of the volcanic tumult, and they burned with the flames of creation that were his lot as one of the ancient Maia of Aule, Lord of Craft. Here legions of Orcs and Men labored, raising high ramparts at the end of the old road from the Barad-Dur to Orodruin, where of old Mairon had created the One to rule all the works of the naive elves of Eregion. Celebrimbor and his craft and kin were lost to the ages, but there were other forgers and clever minds upon Arda."
11597,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=125,2015-01-03T19:02:00,The Intergalactic Russian Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Osnil <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323432&amp;p=23016360#p23016360"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I hope that tomorrow will bring us further progress,"" Afrren said. He was somewhat upset that they hadn't finished their council.<br/><br/>Shortly onward, in the halls, Afrren met Boromir. ""The Council tomorrow will last for ages. It is my firm belief that the longer we sit and argue, the longer we are doing exactly what Sauron wants. The longer we are divided, the quicker he can crush us in one sweep of Middle-Earth. Then hope for Middle-Earth would be lost.""</div></blockquote><br/>Boromir nodded and said ""I told them that, but it seems nobody listens to old Boromir anymore, at least, no non-Gondorian. Unlike most of them, I fought on the front lines, I saw the power of Sauron's vast armies, my brother died at the hands of Orc archers, so i know how the longer we spend arguing, the closer Sauron's almost never ending armies get."""
11598,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=125,2015-01-03T19:06:00,Osnil,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Intergalactic Russian Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323432&amp;p=23016456#p23016456"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Osnil <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323432&amp;p=23016360#p23016360"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I hope that tomorrow will bring us further progress,"" Afrren said. He was somewhat upset that they hadn't finished their council.<br/><br/>Shortly onward, in the halls, Afrren met Boromir. ""The Council tomorrow will last for ages. It is my firm belief that the longer we sit and argue, the longer we are doing exactly what Sauron wants. The longer we are divided, the quicker he can crush us in one sweep of Middle-Earth. Then hope for Middle-Earth would be lost.""</div></blockquote><br/>Boromir nodded and said ""I told them that, but it seems nobody listens to old Boromir anymore, at least, no non-Gondorian. Unlike most of them, I fought on the front lines, I saw the power of Sauron's vast armies, my brother died at the hands of Orc archers, so i know how the longer we spend arguing, the closer Sauron's almost never ending armies get.""</div></blockquote><br/>""I have half a mind to just steal the ring and go to Mordor myself, though that notion is foolish,"" Afrren sighed, ""but I do have an idea. One that will change the course of this war. But it will lose us the favor of Elrond and his Council. We should have a talk with Frodo."""
11599,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=125,2015-01-03T19:18:00,The Intergalactic Russian Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Osnil <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323432&amp;p=23016513#p23016513"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Intergalactic Russian Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323432&amp;p=23016456#p23016456"">wrote</a>:</cite>Boromir nodded and said ""I told them that, but it seems nobody listens to old Boromir anymore, at least, no non-Gondorian. Unlike most of them, I fought on the front lines, I saw the power of Sauron's vast armies, my brother died at the hands of Orc archers, so i know how the longer we spend arguing, the closer Sauron's almost never ending armies get.""</div></blockquote><br/>""I have half a mind to just steal the ring and go to Mordor myself, though that notion is foolish,"" Afrren sighed, ""but I do have an idea. One that will change the course of this war. But it will lose us the favor of Elrond and his Council. We should have a talk with Frodo.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Yes, we shall take Frodo, and sneak out with him and the other volunteers to go to Mordor, but we'll have to do it at night."" Boromir was getting tired but was prepared to go without sleep until they reached Mordor."
11600,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=125,2015-01-03T19:21:00,Osnil,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Intergalactic Russian Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323432&amp;p=23016633#p23016633"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Osnil <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323432&amp;p=23016513#p23016513"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I have half a mind to just steal the ring and go to Mordor myself, though that notion is foolish,"" Afrren sighed, ""but I do have an idea. One that will change the course of this war. But it will lose us the favor of Elrond and his Council. We should have a talk with Frodo.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Yes, we shall take Frodo, and sneak out with him and the other volunteers to go to Mordor, but we'll have to do it at night."" Boromir was getting tired but was prepared to go without sleep until they reached Mordor.</div></blockquote><br/>""That's the easy part-getting out. All we have to do is convince the eagles. Convincing Frodo and the others is a different matter altogether. And we shall probably have to leave without Glorfindel, which is not a good idea,"" Afrren replied, ""seeing that he's off on a battle, we cannot delay any more."""
11601,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=125,2015-01-03T19:42:00,The Intergalactic Russian Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Osnil <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323432&amp;p=23016682#p23016682"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Intergalactic Russian Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323432&amp;p=23016633#p23016633"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Yes, we shall take Frodo, and sneak out with him and the other volunteers to go to Mordor, but we'll have to do it at night."" Boromir was getting tired but was prepared to go without sleep until they reached Mordor.</div></blockquote><br/>""That's the easy part-getting out. All we have to do is convince the eagles. Convincing Frodo and the others is a different matter altogether. And we shall probably have to leave without Glorfindel, which is not a good idea,"" Afrren replied, ""seeing that he's off on a battle, we cannot delay any more.""</div></blockquote><br/>""We don't need him, and we can get others to join as we go. But what is our route, and should I bring a map?"" Boromir asked, just in case they needed a map, he would bring one."
11602,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=125,2015-01-03T20:41:00,Ancian,"Korin, as a fully armored dwarf, was not the pinnacle of stealth, however, by staying far enough back he managed not to get noticed. For a while at least. He listened to two men talking, one was Boromir, the other he didn't recognize except from the councils discussions. It was a very interesting conversation indeed. His way of doing things involved straight forward jobs of the like they were talking about. He walked towards them, no pretense of his, rather failed, attempt at stealth."
11603,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=125,2015-01-03T20:46:00,The Intergalactic Russian Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Ancian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323432&amp;p=23017597#p23017597"">wrote</a>:</cite>Korin, as a fully armored dwarf, was not the pinnacle of stealth, however, by staying far enough back he managed not to get noticed. For a while at least. He listened to two men talking, one was Boromir, the other he didn't recognize except from the councils discussions. It was a very interesting conversation indeed. His way of doing things involved straight forward jobs of the like they were talking about. He walked towards them, no pretense of his, rather failed, attempt at stealth.</div></blockquote><br/>Boromir heard him coming and turned around ""What do you want, care to join us on this journey? I know you are prepare to go by the looks of it."" he looked at the fully armored dwarf carefully ""How much of our conversation did you hear?"""
11604,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=125,2015-01-03T21:18:00,SaintB,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lagûrz the Wolf</span><br/><br/>Crossing through the Fanghorn was so far the worst part of the journey; Sadaauk and Dagam-bûrz seemed convinced that there were still ents in deep woods as were many others even among the uruks. The battle against the raging tree-folk had been a costly and horrifying experience for most of the lesser goblinkin who were driven forward by the whips of their higher ups to die by the score at the hands of the massive wooden men and the fire used to slay or keep them at bay also consumed many of their number and while Lagûrz did not know or care if his two companions had taken part in that battle they would have heard the tales of the survivors. He placated them by confidently declaring that he would sniff out any ent that was near before it could ambush them but it was just a lie to keep them from sniveling and shrinking in terror at every shadow that moved - a damn tree smelled like a damn tree even if it was capable of coming alive and trampling you.<br/><br/>The terrain of Rohan was almost entirely hills and grass as tall as a man's waist or shoulders dotted with (mostly now ruined) farms and homesteads. Only the remains of Fanghorn forest and the occasional ravine broke up the seemingly endless expanses of plains that ran from ocean in the west to river in the east and mountain in the south and north. The Uruk-hai and his two pitiful followers used this quirk of the terrain to their advantage and stuck to the tall grass as much as they could as a means to avoid detection by any hunting parties that may be after them; human and orcish alike. it also served them well as a hunting ground since unlike men and eldar orcs and uruks had no compulsion against eating whatever meat they could find and the grass was home to a veritable buffet of field mice and other such rodents that Lagûrz could sniff out and hairs that were no great challenge to kill from a couple dozen paces with a javelin.<br/><br/>Lagûrz made them move during the day which drew complaints from Sadaauk on occasion but Lagûrz kept the orc in control by threatening to leave him or beat him dependent on his mood of the moment. On the third day in the grasslands Lagûrz discovered an herb that the Rohinnan used to interfere with the scent trail of the wargs. It was some kind of tubor who's name had thus far eluded Lagûrz and the horsemen usually ground it up and dried it to spread the powder on the ground to make the wargs sneeze and their noses cease to work for many hours after inhaling it. Lagûrz reckoned that if sliced off and rubbed on his skin it might have the effect of breaking their ability to smell him but he was not any kind of herbalist himself.<br/><br/>Dagam-bûrz possessed a bow he had recovered as a prize from a corpse of one of the riders killed in the countless skirmishes since the conquest of Helm's Deep and though he was a terrible marksman he had managed this night to kill a couple of pheasants and though the tongueless orc could no longer talk he seemed proud of his accomplishment and had decorated his top knot with some of the tail feathers from a nice fat male, it was the best meal they had eaten in the days they had been out in the wilds though taken raw bones and all as had all their meat these last days. Fattened on the fowl they had been provided the other two orcs had drifted off into slumber while Lagûrz sat awake contemplating leaving them alone. As he had figured the two orcs slowed him down but even more than he had anticipated. On his own he could have made at least an extra half league a day just walking, if he ran (which an Uruk could do for prolonged periods) he would have made many more leagues than he had accomplished now.The rallying rock was another day or two's journey from where he was now at the rate they were going but on his own he could reach it on the morrow.<br/><br/>Sadaauk and Dagam-bûrz knew where the rallying rock was located and they could make the way there themselves without him if need be, and he was sick of their lagging behind him and of Sadaauk's petulant whining. But the fact was that Lagûrz didn't think he could afford to be alone yet. He was wounded and though he ignored it his brand pained him greatly at times and the wounds on his wrists and thighs kept opening and oozing blood which would leave him vulnerable to being tracked. No, he needed the other two for now for his own protection and would likely need the company and someone to boss around."
11605,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=125,2015-01-04T06:33:00,Osnil,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Intergalactic Russian Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323432&amp;p=23017637#p23017637"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Ancian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323432&amp;p=23017597#p23017597"">wrote</a>:</cite>Korin, as a fully armored dwarf, was not the pinnacle of stealth, however, by staying far enough back he managed not to get noticed. For a while at least. He listened to two men talking, one was Boromir, the other he didn't recognize except from the councils discussions. It was a very interesting conversation indeed. His way of doing things involved straight forward jobs of the like they were talking about. He walked towards them, no pretense of his, rather failed, attempt at stealth.</div></blockquote><br/>Boromir heard him coming and turned around ""What do you want, care to join us on this journey? I know you are prepare to go by the looks of it."" he looked at the fully armored dwarf carefully ""How much of our conversation did you hear?""</div></blockquote><br/>""I believe that the eagles offered to take us through the Misty Mountains,"" Afrren replied, ""but it is a point that we must get those going on the fellowship to meet with us privately. We need to get Niellune and Korin and Frodo privately discuss our plans."""
11606,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=150,2015-01-04T07:20:00,The Intergalactic Russian Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Osnil <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323432&amp;p=23020992#p23020992"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Intergalactic Russian Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323432&amp;p=23017637#p23017637"">wrote</a>:</cite>Boromir heard him coming and turned around ""What do you want, care to join us on this journey? I know you are prepare to go by the looks of it."" he looked at the fully armored dwarf carefully ""How much of our conversation did you hear?""</div></blockquote><br/>""I believe that the eagles offered to take us through the Misty Mountains,"" Afrren replied, ""but it is a point that we must get those going on the fellowship to meet with us privately. We need to get Niellune and Korin and Frodo privately discuss our plans.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Well Korin appears to be right behind us, so that takes care of him, Niellune may be easy to persuade but Frodo will be the hard part."" Boromir replied ""And where do we go from there? Do we go down through Rohan or take another path?"""
11607,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=150,2015-01-04T07:26:00,Osnil,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Intergalactic Russian Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323432&amp;p=23021348#p23021348"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Osnil <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323432&amp;p=23020992#p23020992"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I believe that the eagles offered to take us through the Misty Mountains,"" Afrren replied, ""but it is a point that we must get those going on the fellowship to meet with us privately. We need to get Niellune and Korin and Frodo privately discuss our plans.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Well Korin appears to be right behind us, so that takes care of him, Niellune may be easy to persuade but Frodo will be the hard part."" Boromir replied ""And where do we go from there? Do we go down through Rohan or take another path?""</div></blockquote><br/>""That's one of the things we will have to decide. I suppose my room is as good as any place to discuss our business. No one will interrupt us,"" Afrren replied, leading the way. Once he had shown them the way, he said, ""Korin, you get Niellune. It will take two of us to get Frodo, so, Boromir, you and I convince him to come."""
11608,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=150,2015-01-04T12:44:00,Delsola,"<span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">WE ARE THE FIGHTING URUK-HAI!</span></span></span><br/><br/>Once, not so long ago, the lands of Rohan had been awash with the blood of man and orc, as the armies of Saruman the Wise clashed with the noble Rohirrim. All across the open plains, the Uruk-Hai, branded by the White Hand of their master, slaughtered village after village to the last man, woman and child, and in return found themselves on the receiving end of a horseman's sword. The campaign was long and difficult, but in the end the cunning Saruman slaughtered the children of Éothéod in the battle of Helm's Deep. After manipulating King Théoden through his nefarious proxy, Gríma Wormtongue, and slaying heir to the throne Prince Théodred at the Fords of Isen, Saruman's freshly-bred legion of Fighting Uruk-Hai would attack Helm's Deep, the final stronghold of Rohan under the control of Prince Éomer, for the King was long lost to words of rational men.<br/><br/>The Battle of Helm's Deep was the last hurrah of the Rohirrim. Falling victim to Saruman's master plan, it was only a matter of time before the Uruk-Hai broke their defences, and with no help coming from Gondor or the North, the Kingdom of Rohan fell to the forces of evil. But Saruman would not have the power he thirsted for for long. Exiled to the far South, he lives a hollow life, kept under practical house arrest by lesser men in a far-flung fief in Harad. He is gone... But not forgotten.<br/><br/>The Uruk-Hai of Isengard had been birthed from the earth watered by the Isen, in the shadow of Orthanc in the presence of the Wise Wizard Saruman. All Isengard Uruk-Hai felt a great loyalty to their former master, a different loyalty than the lesser orcs felt to Sauron; Sauron ruled through fear, domination of the broken wills of evil men and seduction of tainted hearts. Conversely, the loyalty felt by the Uruk-Hai was deeply personal. Saruman was their creator, their paternal guide, he who perfected their being from the dirt. And they wanted him back. The Mouth of Sauron, a foreigner who owed no allegiance to the Uruk-Hai, and a Man at that, barked the orders of the Great Eye like the puppet he was, commanding the proud Uruk-Hai to serve alongside Mordor snaga, who would have been slaves, nay, PETS under the watch of Saruman, lower than the dirt, as equals! Even the commanding class, Uruk-Hai such as Lurtz and Uglúk, who had slain dozens of men and watched Helm's Deep burn, were forced to bend their knees to inferior, dark-skinned Uruks from the ashen fields of the East. The only allies the Uruk-Hai had ever known, the proud Dunlendings, had been drafted into the hordes of the Eye, ripped from their hard-won homeland and divided amongst the battalions of evil Men, disallowed from even carrying their own symbols.<br/><br/>Some would say it was inevitable that, as Sauron's forces grew and grew, incorporating all manner of folk from across Middle-earth, that dissension would eventually become a problem. Lurtz, most perfect of the Uruk-Hai and marshall of Isengard under Saruman, marched his personal army West, along the Isen and into the primitive lands of Andrast. Rolling plains had given way to sheer cliff passes as the westernmost point of the White Mountains was navigated, the largest force in all history to attempt such a task. By marching through the fiefs of Gondor, the Legion of the White Hand, loyal of Saruman and slayers of Rohan, would avoid the heavy traffic passing Minas Tirith and the Black Gate.<br/><br/>In his house at Harad, wise Saruman waits dreaming."
11609,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=150,2015-01-04T14:06:00,G-Tech Corporation,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Outskirts, Lothlorien, Rhovanion</span><br/><br/>The bombardment continued, dull thudding of fire and death, much as it had for several weeks, immense weapons of war flinging their payloads into the beleaguered Elvish stronghold. Garmutz simply chewed on his meat, the hind leg of a particularly succulent porker purchased from a passing trader. His lads ate well, while starvation was sinking it's fangs into the refugees and nasty Eldar who were trammeled in the golden wood. It had been a week and more since the last Ent had been driven back beyond throwing range, and now it was hardly as if there was a war on. Only the continuous creaking and groaning of the Voidspeakers reminded the besieging garrison that their foes were burning and dying.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Near Breeland, Northern Marches</span><br/><br/>Drums beat and the host came south; along the line of the Weather Hills they had marched, through glen and dale and craggy peak. In their numbers now were a few hundred Great Spiders, of the kin that marched in Wilderland alongside the hosts of Mordor. Joined to the host by eastern alliance and a touch of fell sorcery, they were lethal scouts, and hated the inhabitants of the Bree-land with a fierce passion. With the North Downs behind teeming with Orcs, the east infested, this monstrous force was hurrying south to pacify one of the lands of man that did not bow to the Barad-Dur. Their numbers were as vast as the sand of the sea, and their outriders and vanguard alone would have made a number of the host of Gondor in it's days of forgotten glory.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Western Gates, Mount Gram, Eriador</span><br/><br/>With the grinding of gears and groaning of pulleys the great gates opened, and out spilled a river of steel and black metal, glinting in the moonlight. Like a tide of night never ending they marched, some bearing the harsh red light of torches out into the night watches. The forces of the Dark Lord were more comfortable in the enfolding gloom, for their enemies could see only poorly in it, though above the winds of winter storms still carried heavy gray clouds which would block out even the noonday sun to an extent. This was a force drawn up to defend the north at need, but their commanders, hearing of little resistance from the forces of the south, had released them; with the valor of men and Elves already beaten down, the hosts could be sent south to join in the sack and occupation of Eriador."
11610,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=150,2015-01-04T15:47:00,Ancian,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Intergalactic Russian Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323432&amp;p=23017637#p23017637"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Ancian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323432&amp;p=23017597#p23017597"">wrote</a>:</cite>Korin, as a fully armored dwarf, was not the pinnacle of stealth, however, by staying far enough back he managed not to get noticed. For a while at least. He listened to two men talking, one was Boromir, the other he didn't recognize except from the councils discussions. It was a very interesting conversation indeed. His way of doing things involved straight forward jobs of the like they were talking about. He walked towards them, no pretense of his, rather failed, attempt at stealth.</div></blockquote><br/>Boromir heard him coming and turned around ""What do you want, care to join us on this journey? I know you are prepare to go by the looks of it."" he looked at the fully armored dwarf carefully ""How much of our conversation did you hear?""</div></blockquote><br/>""Aye, I'm ready to go very soon."" He looked at the other man and nodded toward him ""Right beside you at any rate."" He chuckled, "" On my way, I'll bring her back to this room."" He started walking toward the last place he had seen Niellune."
11611,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=150,2015-01-04T19:06:00,Osnil,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Afrren Toen</span><br/>Afrren and Boromir, en route to find Frodo, nearly bumped into Merry and Pippin, Frodo's two of Frodo's companions. Merry asked, ""Is it true that you'll be leaving with Frodo?""<br/><br/>""That depends,"" Afrren replied, ""we will be leaving, according to the Council, after it ends.""<br/><br/>""If so, then we want to go with you,"" Merry replied, ""you're going to need the intelligent sort for this journey.""<br/><br/>""That rules you out, Merry,"" Pippin teased. Merry scowled.<br/><br/>""What do you think, Boromir?"" asked Afrren."
11612,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=150,2015-01-04T21:06:00,The Intergalactic Russian Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Osnil <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323432&amp;p=23029512#p23029512"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Afrren Toen</span><br/>Afrren and Boromir, en route to find Frodo, nearly bumped into Merry and Pippin, Frodo's two of Frodo's companions. Merry asked, ""Is it true that you'll be leaving with Frodo?""<br/><br/>""That depends,"" Afrren replied, ""we will be leaving, according to the Council, after it ends.""<br/><br/>""If so, then we want to go with you,"" Merry replied, ""you're going to need the intelligent sort for this journey.""<br/><br/>""That rules you out, Merry,"" Pippin teased. Merry scowled.<br/><br/>""What do you think, Boromir?"" asked Afrren.</div></blockquote><br/>""If they don't slow us down, then they can come along with us. I may even train them in sword fighting and basic combat if we have the time."" Boromir turned to Afrren ""Now let's go."""
11613,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=150,2015-01-05T09:55:00,Osnil,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Intergalactic Russian Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323432&amp;p=23030849#p23030849"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Osnil <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323432&amp;p=23029512#p23029512"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Afrren Toen</span><br/>Afrren and Boromir, en route to find Frodo, nearly bumped into Merry and Pippin, Frodo's two of Frodo's companions. Merry asked, ""Is it true that you'll be leaving with Frodo?""<br/><br/>""That depends,"" Afrren replied, ""we will be leaving, according to the Council, after it ends.""<br/><br/>""If so, then we want to go with you,"" Merry replied, ""you're going to need the intelligent sort for this journey.""<br/><br/>""That rules you out, Merry,"" Pippin teased. Merry scowled.<br/><br/>""What do you think, Boromir?"" asked Afrren.</div></blockquote><br/>""If they don't slow us down, then they can come along with us. I may even train them in sword fighting and basic combat if we have the time."" Boromir turned to Afrren ""Now let's go.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Where is Frodo at?"" Afrren asked the two hobbits.<br/><br/>""He's talking to Gandalf,"" Pippin replied, ""at least he was when we left to get a snack.""<br/><br/>""That complicates things,"" Afrren said, ""but where is his assistant, Sam? Is he still protecting Frodo?""<br/><br/>""He's in his room-Frodo wanted to talk to Gandalf alone,"" Merry replied.<br/><br/>""Could you take him a message? Tell him that when he sees Frodo next, to tell him that I would like a private word with him?"" asked Afrren.<br/><br/>""Sam won't let Frodo out of his sight-Frodo barely got in a private word with Gandalf-and he was spying on the council the entire time,"" Pippin said.<br/><br/>""Might as well invite him, if only to keep him quiet. Most likely he'll go and tell Gandalf and the others, if he's been spying on our council"" Afrren said. The two hobbits scampered off to deliver the message. Afrren turned back to Boromir and said, ""Shall we discuss a route to Mordor while we wait for the others? I have a map in my room."""
11614,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=150,2015-01-05T12:27:00,Liecthenbourg,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ost-in-Edhil</span><br/>The battle upon the walls raged on, as Easterlings Officers with their tall back-mounted flags fluttered in the winds, Uruks mercilessly cut down Elves and were too fallen to bow and blade, Snaga chit and growled and barked as they hacked and cut away at the defenders as they themselves were flung off the walls by the wall's wardens and impatient Uruks. The walls were hit again and again as rocks that had been hurled across the fields and skies impacted against them with mighty<span style=""font-style: italic"">thuds.</span>Above the heads of attackers and defenders on the walls came many bolts from Uruk Crossbowmen, their under-par accuracy, in comparison to the elves, being replaced by sheer volume of projectiles, and arrows from Orc bows that too darkened the skies with their number. Both ally and enemy were hit in these barrages but Mauhur did not falter in his offences. ""So what if a couple of Snaga get pin cushioned by arrows and bolts?"" was how he had replied to the archers and crossbowmen when they asked about their comrades on the walls.<br/><br/>Advancing towards the walls came tides of evil, waves of malice and pain that would crash against the sand banks and break resolve like no other. The rummaging sounds of leather, weapons, metals and boots impacting on the ground grew louder and louder as the hosts of the Morannon began their dreaded assault on the walls. Soon, some began their climb up the ladders and others placed more against the walls. They came from all sides, each segment of the wall was to be assaulted as to spread the defenders thin and yet the wall continued to be pounded from a distance, the hopes of smashing down several wall segments was key. Many though, still sat in the fields with their shields raised high deflecting arrow fire and some ran at the gates of the fortification, hammering against the door with crude rams of wood with metallic heads. However, behind the Morannon lines as they poured up against the wall in their various ways, something sinister brew in the besieging lines and soon, in the cascading and confusing effects of battle, several Trolls were seen labouring by lifting oddly spiked spherical objects. Peculiar.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""First Assault""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Casualties:<br/>41 Uruks<br/>165 Snaga<br/>123 Easterlings<br/><br/>Remaining:<br/>613 Uruks<br/>1386 Snaga<br/>3858 Easterlings</div></div></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Second Assault""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Casualties:<br/>83 Morannon Orcs<br/><br/>Remaining<br/>3917 Morannon Orcs</div></div></div>"
11615,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=150,2015-01-05T17:22:00,The Intergalactic Russian Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Osnil <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323432&amp;p=23034538#p23034538"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Intergalactic Russian Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323432&amp;p=23030849#p23030849"">wrote</a>:</cite>""If they don't slow us down, then they can come along with us. I may even train them in sword fighting and basic combat if we have the time."" Boromir turned to Afrren ""Now let's go.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Where is Frodo at?"" Afrren asked the two hobbits.<br/><br/>""He's talking to Gandalf,"" Pippin replied, ""at least he was when we left to get a snack.""<br/><br/>""That complicates things,"" Afrren said, ""but where is his assistant, Sam? Is he still protecting Frodo?""<br/><br/>""He's in his room-Frodo wanted to talk to Gandalf alone,"" Merry replied.<br/><br/>""Could you take him a message? Tell him that when he sees Frodo next, to tell him that I would like a private word with him?"" asked Afrren.<br/><br/>""Sam won't let Frodo out of his sight-Frodo barely got in a private word with Gandalf-and he was spying on the council the entire time,"" Pippin said.<br/><br/>""Might as well invite him, if only to keep him quiet. Most likely he'll go and tell Gandalf and the others, if he's been spying on our council"" Afrren said. The two hobbits scampered off to deliver the message. Afrren turned back to Boromir and said, ""Shall we discuss a route to Mordor while we wait for the others? I have a map in my room.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Yes, we need to plan before we go. Don't want to walk right into an ambush, now do we?"" Boromir looked around ""Let's go."" and started walking back towards Afrren's room."
11616,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=150,2015-01-05T20:06:00,Osnil,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Intergalactic Russian Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323432&amp;p=23039210#p23039210"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Osnil <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323432&amp;p=23034538#p23034538"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Where is Frodo at?"" Afrren asked the two hobbits.<br/><br/>""He's talking to Gandalf,"" Pippin replied, ""at least he was when we left to get a snack.""<br/><br/>""That complicates things,"" Afrren said, ""but where is his assistant, Sam? Is he still protecting Frodo?""<br/><br/>""He's in his room-Frodo wanted to talk to Gandalf alone,"" Merry replied.<br/><br/>""Could you take him a message? Tell him that when he sees Frodo next, to tell him that I would like a private word with him?"" asked Afrren.<br/><br/>""Sam won't let Frodo out of his sight-Frodo barely got in a private word with Gandalf-and he was spying on the council the entire time,"" Pippin said.<br/><br/>""Might as well invite him, if only to keep him quiet. Most likely he'll go and tell Gandalf and the others, if he's been spying on our council"" Afrren said. The two hobbits scampered off to deliver the message. Afrren turned back to Boromir and said, ""Shall we discuss a route to Mordor while we wait for the others? I have a map in my room.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Yes, we need to plan before we go. Don't want to walk right into an ambush, now do we?"" Boromir looked around ""Let's go."" and started walking back towards Afrren's room.</div></blockquote><br/>Afrren placed a map on the table. Pointing at the Misty Mountains, Afrren said, ""The eagles have offered to take us there. But orcs can put two and two together. So we'll have to take another route, but if we ask the eagles to feign flying through the Misty Mountains, they could distract a large orc force."""
11617,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=150,2015-01-06T19:57:00,Ancian,"Korin was getting a little bit angry, he couldn't find Niellune anywhere. He searched everywhere, and disturbed far too many people by knocking on doors. He stumped back to Afferns room. Where could she have possible gone?, he thought. He knocked on the door and opened it. He walked in, closed the door and walked towards the table shaking his head. ""I couldn't find the girl anywhere, looked all over the damn place."" Hopefully, she'd show up or they'd be a person short, which wasn't a desirable outcome at all."
11618,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=150,2015-01-06T20:02:00,Osnil,"<blockquote><div><cite>Ancian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323432&amp;p=23052157#p23052157"">wrote</a>:</cite>Korin was getting a little bit angry, he couldn't find Niellune anywhere. He searched everywhere, and disturbed far too many people by knocking on doors. He stumped back to Afferns room. Where could she have possible gone?, he thought. He knocked on the door and opened it. He walked in, closed the door and walked towards the table shaking his head. ""I couldn't find the girl anywhere, looked all over the damn place."" Hopefully, she'd show up or they'd be a person short, which wasn't a desirable outcome at all.</div></blockquote><br/>""We were just discussing the possible routes to Mordor,"" Afrren said, ""and we're already going to be a person short-Glorfindel is off fighting a battle. As I was saying, the orcs in the Misty Mountains would probably figure things out if they saw eagles flying overhead. If we ask them to use it as a ploy to divert Sauron's attention, that might give us a chance to slip into Mordor unknown."""
11619,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=150,2015-01-07T14:59:00,Ancian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Osnil <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323432&amp;p=23052220#p23052220"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Ancian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323432&amp;p=23052157#p23052157"">wrote</a>:</cite>Korin was getting a little bit angry, he couldn't find Niellune anywhere. He searched everywhere, and disturbed far too many people by knocking on doors. He stumped back to Afferns room. Where could she have possible gone?, he thought. He knocked on the door and opened it. He walked in, closed the door and walked towards the table shaking his head. ""I couldn't find the girl anywhere, looked all over the damn place."" Hopefully, she'd show up or they'd be a person short, which wasn't a desirable outcome at all.</div></blockquote><br/>""We were just discussing the possible routes to Mordor,"" Afrren said, ""and we're already going to be a person short-Glorfindel is off fighting a battle. As I was saying, the orcs in the Misty Mountains would probably figure things out if they saw eagles flying overhead. If we ask them to use it as a ploy to divert Sauron's attention, that might give us a chance to slip into Mordor unknown.""</div></blockquote><br/>He stepped uobto the table and studied the map for a few seconds. ""True, they wouldn't know. But, if we don't go through the misty mountains, what route will we go? The way I see it, we can go south towards Rohan, with no idea how they're faring, or if the Rohhirm are still alive. Or, we can go north on an even longer journey where Erebor stands. I, of course, prefer that. But the issue on that point is we know, once we're their help will be seldom. Theirs also, arguably, a stronger enemy presence. "" It was truly a hard decision, and one he didn't know the answer too."
11620,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=150,2015-01-07T17:20:00,Osnil,"<blockquote><div><cite>Ancian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323432&amp;p=23059572#p23059572"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Osnil <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323432&amp;p=23052220#p23052220"">wrote</a>:</cite>""We were just discussing the possible routes to Mordor,"" Afrren said, ""and we're already going to be a person short-Glorfindel is off fighting a battle. As I was saying, the orcs in the Misty Mountains would probably figure things out if they saw eagles flying overhead. If we ask them to use it as a ploy to divert Sauron's attention, that might give us a chance to slip into Mordor unknown.""</div></blockquote><br/>He stepped uobto the table and studied the map for a few seconds. ""True, they wouldn't know. But, if we don't go through the misty mountains, what route will we go? The way I see it, we can go south towards Rohan, with no idea how they're faring, or if the Rohhirm are still alive. Or, we can go north on an even longer journey where Erebor stands. I, of course, prefer that. But the issue on that point is we know, once we're their help will be seldom. Theirs also, arguably, a stronger enemy presence. "" It was truly a hard decision, and one he didn't know the answer too.</div></blockquote><br/>""But Rohan is most likely not faring well,"" Afrren argued, ""and there will be far more orcs there. I would suggest going through Erebor. That would be the safest-for the help of the eagles will be retaliated by orc arrows and any attempt at a journey through Rohan will result in disaster."""
11621,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=150,2015-01-07T17:36:00,Ancian,"Korin considered the man's words. ""True. Erebor is a safer route, we'll have to avoid the mountain entirely. We should probably go south of erebor instead of north of it. Wilder country, less of our enemy, even if their are almost equal dangers. I believe we'll be harder to detect. What do you think?"" Going north would be good, he thought, I know the territory better...."
11622,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=150,2015-01-08T14:08:00,The Intergalactic Russian Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Ancian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323432&amp;p=23061371#p23061371"">wrote</a>:</cite>Korin considered the man's words. ""True. Erebor is a safer route, we'll have to avoid the mountain entirely. We should probably go south of erebor instead of north of it. Wilder country, less of our enemy, even if their are almost equal dangers. I believe we'll be harder to detect. What do you think?"" Going north would be good, he thought, I know the territory better....</div></blockquote><br/>Boromir nodded ""Yes, and none of us are familiar with the Rohirric landscape, but you probably know the land around Erebor like the back of your hand. But then we'd have to go south through Rhun, then what? If we get to Mordor, how would we get through to Mt. Doom?"""
11623,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=150,2015-01-08T14:22:00,Osnil,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Intergalactic Russian Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323432&amp;p=23069806#p23069806"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Ancian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323432&amp;p=23061371#p23061371"">wrote</a>:</cite>Korin considered the man's words. ""True. Erebor is a safer route, we'll have to avoid the mountain entirely. We should probably go south of erebor instead of north of it. Wilder country, less of our enemy, even if their are almost equal dangers. I believe we'll be harder to detect. What do you think?"" Going north would be good, he thought, I know the territory better....</div></blockquote><br/>Boromir nodded ""Yes, and none of us are familiar with the Rohirric landscape, but you probably know the land around Erebor like the back of your hand. But then we'd have to go south through Rhun, then what? If we get to Mordor, how would we get through to Mt. Doom?""</div></blockquote><br/>""We could go south through Rhun,"" suggested Afrren, ""or we could cut before we reach the mountain and go through Mirkwood, then go immediately south to Mount Doom-unless there is another route that would be better."""
11624,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=150,2015-01-08T14:32:00,Ancian,"Korin studied the map intensely for a little while before speaking. ""First, we have to decide where to pass the mountains. And since we're going south of Erebor, we'll have to go through or around Mirkwood forest, a dangerous prospect indeed. Then, as we decided, go south of Erebor and skirt around Rhun. Although they control the whole area, it would still be better to go around their homeland."" He paused and studied the map again. "" Then we go south, parallel with the forest to enter into northern Mordor. However c if we skirted around to the south of Mirkwood, we could enter into the same area, while avoiding Rhun. On the contrary, that would put us in a more direct, dangerous route. And bring us closer to Saruman and Rohan. What say you, for I have no idea which is better. Even if I prefer the north simply because I know the land."" He really didn't know. It was decision that would be their undoing, or success. It was a damn hard one as well."
11625,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=150,2015-01-09T22:16:00,SaintB,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Rómestámo</span><br/><br/>The door of his prison was solid even on its own; carved from a single slab of obsidian belched forth from the bowels of Mount Doom and heavy beyond the means of any that didn't possess the raw strength of a mountain troll and that itself would have been a difficult task for the Istar known as Pollando to overcome with his wizardry. But there was more than that barring his way. The door was also ensorceled with layer after layer of enchants, more than a dozen of them all intertwined into a knot that he had to undo strand by strand and picking the wrong one to work ensured that the others were only pulled more tightly together making the whole task more difficult. He had spent many days contemplating them and feeling the defenses for chinks in their weaving and many more chanting under his breath for hours at a time to slowly pull them apart one by tedious one, no brute counterspells or dispells would undo these enchantments and would just leave the wizard spent and exhausted and so he had to manipulate the barriers slowly for hours at a time.<br/><br/>Rómestámo may never had been able to do it for whomever created those barriers was above his power but if for one thing - the spells worked into the volcanic glass seemed to be centuries old and had weekend with time and lack of maintenance which gave him a chance however slight to defeat the wards in his way. It took perhaps a fortnight of meditation, wizardry, and rest, but he had finally unspun the last of the spells that had him imprisoned and now all he needed to do was the still quite daunting task of pushing away the massive slab of obsidian that barred his escape. First came more rest, a full day's worth, and then he was finally ready to test his spells against the massive monument which he was ensnared behind. Taking his staff in hand Pollando began his work, choosing to use the powerful words of the ancient Quenya language to bend the stone to his will he focused his power on the barrier and struck it with his staff, ""Portal from the lava sea yield now and give me liberty!""<br/><br/>Of course none of the words or pageantry were necessary but much like his elder and more powerful compatriot Gandalf he found that it allowed him to focus a little better and also that putting on a show in front of the mortals was more impressive than simply<span style=""font-style: italic"">doing</span>things. He was quite sure that no mortals were present but in case there were it couldn't hurt to awe them a bit. The obsidian was however far less impressed than most would have been and didn't budge. For many more hours he tried again and again striking the door and focusing his power: ""Gate of glass let me pass!""<br/><br/>""Cold obsidian give me dominion!"" he was reaching for that rhyme to be honest.<br/><br/>""Break away, I cannot stay!""<br/><br/>And finally he lost his patience and simply struck the obsidian shouting the elven word for 'open', ""Endo!""<br/><br/>In the pitch darkness he could not see but he could sense the cracks finally starting to form on the barrier after his repeated magical barrages. ""ENDO!"" he shouted harder this time and drove his staff against the barrier with greater force to be greeted with the sound of the volcanic glass beginning to crack and whither.<br/><br/>""ENDO!"", again he could sense it weakening.<br/><br/>The Istar could continue to pummel the obsidian slab so but felt that if he spent too much time at it he may draw the attention of the ones who trapped him there. No, the better idea was to finish the job as quickly as he could and then after a short rest flee the scene before something came to investigate - if he were still in Mordor all manner of terrible beasts (and men, and orcs, and wraiths, and etc.) may come looking to see who was there and he may be too weak to fend them off. One more big push...<br/><br/>""EEEEEEENNNNNNNNDDDDOOOOOO!"" his staff crashed against the obsidian barrier with all the strength of his body and spiritual power combined into one solid ka-chunk!<br/><br/>For a moment the whole obsidian barrier rumbled and cracked and then soon the thousand tiny imperfections began to glow with a jarring white light that could overwhelm the senses of the unsuspecting and those thousands of points of light spread trough the cracks with almost imperceptible velocity to begin widening and pushing them farther and farther apart. All this in mere seconds before finally the entire obsidian structure burst outwards away from the wizard and sprayed across the area ahead of him for many yards shattering into smaller chunks and in some cases being all but obliterated in the carnage. From this stepped a tired looking old man who leaned heavily on his walking stick and gingerly picked his way over the debris, barely clearing their field before sitting on a hump on the ground and pulling up a stalk of an azuradan plant from the soil and after dusting off the roots a bit, popping one into his mouth.<br/><br/>Pollando, the East-Helper, maiar servant of Vala Oromë, wizard, and troublemaker extraordinaire was free from his prison and soon his mission would be fulfilled!"
11626,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=150,2015-01-10T21:39:00,Nuridia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Ancian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323432&amp;p=23059572#p23059572"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Osnil <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323432&amp;p=23052220#p23052220"">wrote</a>:</cite>""We were just discussing the possible routes to Mordor,"" Afrren said, ""and we're already going to be a person short-Glorfindel is off fighting a battle. As I was saying, the orcs in the Misty Mountains would probably figure things out if they saw eagles flying overhead. If we ask them to use it as a ploy to divert Sauron's attention, that might give us a chance to slip into Mordor unknown.""</div></blockquote><br/>He stepped uobto the table and studied the map for a few seconds. ""True, they wouldn't know. But, if we don't go through the misty mountains, what route will we go? The way I see it, we can go south towards Rohan, with no idea how they're faring, or if the Rohhirm are still alive. Or, we can go north on an even longer journey where Erebor stands. I, of course, prefer that. But the issue on that point is we know, once we're their help will be seldom. Theirs also, arguably, a stronger enemy presence. "" It was truly a hard decision, and one he didn't know the answer too.</div></blockquote><br/>Niellune finally arrived, covered in leaves to boot. ""Sorry I'm late, I'd been looking for useful items."" she explained, holding up a bag that she had brought with her to the group. She was in for a very severe scolding that was for sure."
11627,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=150,2015-01-10T21:41:00,The Starlight,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ost-in-Edhil</span><br/><br/>Elladan and his elves continued fighting, not only for Ost-in-Edhil, but for one of the last remaining hopes of the Free Peoples. If they fled here, the retreat to Rivendell would be quite hard, with civilians and the army having to move slowly enough to guard them. The elves on the flanks continued scything down opponents, but they soon had to turn and face more foes in order to avoid being outflanked themselves. The ballista and the catapults continued to fire at any foe that they saw. Seeing the attack on the gate, Elladan knew that the specially crafted gates would hold for quite an amount of time if their rams were of wood. Perhaps that was what the odd spiked spherical objects were for, a type of exploding power, like Gandalf's fireworks. Whatever it was, Elladan didn't like it, and so the ballista began firing on the Trolls lifting the objects.<br/><br/>Most of the Dunedain were forced to wield their swords now, instead of their bows, and their longswords rang and were soon soaked in black blood. But some of the Dunedain laid in eternal slumber, their light mail armor being a slight vulnerability. However, that allowed them to move faster than others clad in heavy armor. Elladan joined them, slicing his way through and giving himself a few moments, during which he took out his bow and fired on the ladders and prime looking targets, ducking irregularly behind the parapets for cover.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Casualties""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">87 Noldorin Guardians<br/>43 Dunedain Rangers<br/><br/>Remaining<br/>901 Noldorin Guardians<br/>355 Dunedain Rangers<br/>500 Noldorin Spears<br/>250 Dwarven Warriors<br/>100 Mounted Dunedain<br/>250 Mounted Noldorin Warriors.</div></div></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Eregion</span><br/><br/>Glorfindel and his 500 Mounted Noldorin Guardians fought with another scouting party. Their numbers were greater, and the elves' blades and spears were sharp, and they began to win the upper hand. Soon, they would be able to ride to the defense of Ost-in-Edhil and help. Glorfindel continued to fight, the elf of Gondolin's every movement calculated and skillful after thousands of years.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Imladris</span><br/><br/>Frodo continued talking with Gandalf, the Grey Wizard giving him council. ""I wish the Ring had never come to me, I wish none of this happened."" Mirthrandir looked at Frodo deeply, his bushy eyebrows seeming soft and comforting to the eye. ""So do all who come to see such times. But that is not for them to decide. All we have to decide is what to do with the time that is given to us. Even the smallest person can change the course of history, my dear, courageous Frodo. But do not be discouraged, for not all is fated to be dark and evil. There is always hope, even when it comes unlooked for, Frodo, and that, is an encouraging thought."" Gandalf's eyes seemed brighter, and Frodo started to feel more hopeful.<br/>""And now, Frodo, an old man, must see to some things, "" said Gandalf, his back groaning with him as the tall Istari stood up. ""Farewell.""<br/><br/>Sitting on the bed, Frodo resolved to remember what Gandalf had said. Then, standing up himself, he walked out of his rooms, to find Pippin waiting for him. He wondered where Sam was, but decided he was probably so enamored with Imladris and its gardens that he would be occupied for quite some time. After a few words, Frodo followed Pippin to Affren's room. ""So, you wanted to speak to me?"" Frodo asked."
11628,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=150,2015-01-10T21:47:00,Ancian,"Korin, just finishing his say on how they should get to their destination, looked over grumpily. ""Isn't this a party of slackers. He looked at Niellune,""Where were you exactly!?"", he said somewhat angrily. 'And what's in the bag?"" He said, more curious than angry, thought still angry. He muttered more about bad time keepers and slackers and turned to the hobbit. ""Finally someone shorter than me, and I'll let the men here do the explaining."" He said. At least there's more people now, he thought."
11629,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=150,2015-01-10T22:04:00,Nuridia,"""I was gathering some artifacts, food, water, daggers, spells, all that sort of thing."" Niellune explained calmly to Korin. ""It took ages to finally get this away from Grandfather, this lore book that you asked me to get sir."" Niellune said, fighting Korin's anger with a little of her own."
11630,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=150,2015-01-10T22:27:00,Ancian,"Korin laughed. ""All those are useful, thank you."" He appreciated people who had a little anger in them. "" What exactly is in the lore book exactly."" He wondered what could be in their that they would need. He motioned Pippin and Frodo to seats around the table with a sweep of his hand. ""This mans room, but please, be my guest. "" He gave a sideways grin at Affern. "" Now, to business once more.,"""
11631,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=175,2015-01-10T22:35:00,Nuridia,"""Well, what business could this be?"" Niellune said, sitting down on the table. ""I guess we're here to discover the way to get rid of this cursed object that's a bane upon all our lives."" ""I see no other purpose of us meeting like this."" ""And Master Korin, in this lore book is the history of Sauron and the One Ring, how they were formed and how they got here."" the princess explained."
11632,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=175,2015-01-10T22:42:00,Ancian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nuridia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323432&amp;p=23098113#p23098113"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Well, what business could this be?"" Niellune said, sitting down on the table. ""I guess we're here to discover the way to get rid of this cursed object that's a bane upon all our lives."" ""I see no other purpose of us meeting like this."" ""And Master Korin, in this lore book is the history of Sauron and the One Ring, how they were formed and how they got here."" the princess explained.</div></blockquote><br/>""Excellent, I wager that it'll be quite useful. In fact, I rather want to read it sometime down the road."" He took a breath, "" Yes, your right, we've been discussing plans for destroying the said ring. Now, you 3 tall people and the short one with black hair,"" he winked at Frodo,"" know more about this than me. I told them my opinion, on this."" ""So said, I will go take a nap in that excellent recliner, yes, I can sleep in full armor. Wake me when your done, if you Will. And I'll know if you're done. Because I probably won't be asleep."" With that he went and reclined on the recliner and shut his eyes."
11633,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=175,2015-01-11T12:25:00,Osnil,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Afrren Toen</span><br/>""The reason we asked you here, Frodo,"" Afrren began, ""is to ask if you would leave to destroy the ring tonight. The council is not more focused on other things. The issue is that we would like to leave as soon as possible. Even though we leave without Glorfindel, who is off fighting orcs, we need to leave now. Since you are the ringbearer, I ask your decision. Would you rather sit here and wait for Lorien to fall while the council endlessly argues? It is far too late, even now. Rohan and Gondor have fallen-their lands burnt, their people killed or captured. Few survivors remain. We do not have word of Rohirrim survivors, but I know they don't fare well. What is your decision, Frodo? We think you not ill if you refuse. I had hoped that the Council would have ended today, but it seems that it will be endless. That is why we called our own Council, away from the disputes and disagreements of the other Council. And this council only includes those that are going."""
11634,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=175,2015-01-11T13:03:00,Nuridia,"Niellune was pouring over the lore book, seeing what she could find out about Sauron. She didn't have magic but she was moderately skilled in swords and she was really intelligent and good at gethering information so that could've been some help. Maybe after all this was over, she could find her family wherever they are and Aragorn could be King of Gondor like he's supposed to be. She did know that her grandfather had wished to go to Valinor to join her grandmother and that saddened her but stayed on until Gondor could be reclaimed."
11635,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=175,2015-01-11T13:06:00,The Starlight,"<blockquote><div><cite>Osnil <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323432&amp;p=23102488#p23102488"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Afrren Toen</span><br/>""The reason we asked you here, Frodo,"" Afrren began, ""is to ask if you would leave to destroy the ring tonight. The council is not more focused on other things. The issue is that we would like to leave as soon as possible. Even though we leave without Glorfindel, who is off fighting orcs, we need to leave now. Since you are the ringbearer, I ask your decision. Would you rather sit here and wait for Lorien to fall while the council endlessly argues? It is far too late, even now. Rohan and Gondor have fallen-their lands burnt, their people killed or captured. Few survivors remain. We do not have word of Rohirrim survivors, but I know they don't fare well. What is your decision, Frodo? We think you not ill if you refuse. I had hoped that the Council would have ended today, but it seems that it will be endless. That is why we called our own Council, away from the disputes and disagreements of the other Council. And this council only includes those that are going.""</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Frodo</span><br/><br/>Listening earnestly to Afrren, Frodo began his response. ""You say that the council endlessly argues, but you too were debating and participating in the discussion. It is not fair of you to be blaming the others while all of us should be blamed. We all know that the Ring needs to be destroyed and where that can be achieved, the only question is one word: ""How? How will I get there, to cast this accursed bane into the fire? But I assume you have a plan for that. So, who will go with me? Because if it is only the 6 of us, Niellune, me, Afrren, Pippin, Merry and Korin, we are leaving some people, out. What about Sam? And a wizard would be useful to have with us, as Gandalf surpasses all of us in power and wisdom. If you can answer these questions, I will go with you."" said Frodo."
11636,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=175,2015-01-11T13:26:00,Osnil,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Starlight <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323432&amp;p=23102899#p23102899"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Osnil <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323432&amp;p=23102488#p23102488"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Afrren Toen</span><br/>""The reason we asked you here, Frodo,"" Afrren began, ""is to ask if you would leave to destroy the ring tonight. The council is not more focused on other things. The issue is that we would like to leave as soon as possible. Even though we leave without Glorfindel, who is off fighting orcs, we need to leave now. Since you are the ringbearer, I ask your decision. Would you rather sit here and wait for Lorien to fall while the council endlessly argues? It is far too late, even now. Rohan and Gondor have fallen-their lands burnt, their people killed or captured. Few survivors remain. We do not have word of Rohirrim survivors, but I know they don't fare well. What is your decision, Frodo? We think you not ill if you refuse. I had hoped that the Council would have ended today, but it seems that it will be endless. That is why we called our own Council, away from the disputes and disagreements of the other Council. And this council only includes those that are going.""</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Frodo</span><br/><br/>Listening earnestly to Afrren, Frodo began his response. ""You say that the council endlessly argues, but you too were debating and participating in the discussion. It is not fair of you to be blaming the others while all of us should be blamed. We all know that the Ring needs to be destroyed and where that can be achieved, the only question is one word: ""How? How will I get there, to cast this accursed bane into the fire? But I assume you have a plan for that. So, who will go with me? Because if it is only the 6 of us, Niellune, me, Afrren, Pippin, Merry and Ancian, we are leaving some people, out. What about Sam? And a wizard would be useful to have with us, as Gandalf surpasses all of us in power and wisdom. If you can answer these questions, I will go with you."" said Frodo.</div></blockquote><br/>""I was participating in the discussion related to who was going. If you think Sam should go, he can come. Gandalf might actually be the problem. We had intended on leaving without anyone knowing, but taking him would be a wise idea, since Glorfindel is off fighting. And you forgot Boromir was coming. That leaves us with nine-one for each wraith. I think we had decided to go towards the Lonely Mountain, then head south through Mirkwood. We were going to ask the Eagles if they would fly towards the Misty Mountains to eliminate suspicion. Merry, would you and Pippin mind going to find Gandalf and asking him to come?""<br/><br/>Merry and Pippin dashed out of the room and went to find Gandalf. Five seconds later, they returned to ask, ""Where exactly is he, Frodo?"""
11637,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=175,2015-01-11T14:06:00,The Starlight,"<blockquote><div><cite>Osnil <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323432&amp;p=23103094#p23103094"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I was participating in the discussion related to who was going. If you think Sam should go, he can come. Gandalf might actually be the problem. We had intended on leaving without anyone knowing, but taking him would be a wise idea, since Glorfindel is off fighting. And you forgot Boromir was coming. That leaves us with nine-one for each wraith. I think we had decided to go towards the Lonely Mountain, then head south through Mirkwood. We were going to ask the Eagles if they would fly towards the Misty Mountains to eliminate suspicion. Merry, would you and Pippin mind going to find Gandalf and asking him to come?""<br/><br/>Merry and Pippin dashed out of the room and went to find Gandalf. Five seconds later, they returned to ask, ""Where exactly is he, Frodo?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Gandalf looked over the balcony, smoking his pipe. Action needed to be taken now, the debate had to come to an end. Holding his pipe within his mouth, his staff tapped on the stone as he walked through the halls of Imladris, thinking of what was, what is, and what is to come. There were too many possibilities, all verging on which direction this 'Fellowship' took. Turning, he beheld the party. ""Ah, so this is where all of the guests of Imladris have gone! A captain, a ranger, a dwarf, an heir and several hobbits. Pray tell, what have we here? I heard Pippin and Merry calling for me faintly."""
11638,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=175,2015-01-11T14:14:00,Ancian,"Korin sat up and had to catch his helmet. He put it back on his head ruefully. Gandalf had surprised him. He reclined back but kept more or less straight. He pulled out a pipe and started smoking. After all, he had told the two men, and they knew his stake on the way and means to get their. Therefore, he was quite content to sit and watch until the time came for him to speak. He looked at Pippin and Merry and offered them some smoking tobacco. He didn't have any extra pipes, but they, being hobbits, most likely had their own. They didn't have much sway in the discussion so he thought it best they smoke something to pass the time. That's what he was doing after all."
11639,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=175,2015-01-11T14:34:00,Osnil,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Merry, Pippin, and Afrren</span><br/>Getting up, Afrren said, ""Ah, Gandalf. How nice to see you. We were discussing leaving for Mordor tonight. The longer we sit here, the more time Mordor's shadow grows. The time to strike is now. I believe we had discussed a route to leave towards Erebor, then go south at Mirkwood straight to Mordor. Frodo had yet to say yes or no, but he insisted that you and Sam come along. We were going to ask the Eagles if they would fly to the Misty Mountains so as to divert the orcs to give us time.""<br/><br/>Merry politely said, ""No thank you, Korin. We have pipeweed of our own.""<br/><br/>""You mean I do,"" whispered Pippin, ""you smoked all yours on the way here. And you think you can have it.""<br/><br/>""Mr. Frodo, it's up to you,"" Sam spoke up, ""but whatever you choose, I'll be right at your side. Gandalf told me not to lose you, and I don't intend to."""
11640,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=175,2015-01-11T15:45:00,The Starlight,"<blockquote><div><cite>Osnil <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323432&amp;p=23103808#p23103808"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Merry, Pippin, and Afrren</span><br/>Getting up, Afrren said, ""Ah, Gandalf. How nice to see you. We were discussing leaving for Mordor tonight. The longer we sit here, the more time Mordor's shadow grows. The time to strike is now. I believe we had discussed a route to leave towards Erebor, then go south at Mirkwood straight to Mordor. Frodo had yet to say yes or no, but he insisted that you and Sam come along. We were going to ask the Eagles if they would fly to the Misty Mountains so as to divert the orcs to give us time.""<br/><br/>Merry politely said, ""No thank you, Korin. We have pipeweed of our own.""<br/><br/>""You mean I do,"" whispered Pippin, ""you smoked all yours on the way here. And you think you can have it.""<br/><br/>""Mr. Frodo, it's up to you,"" Sam spoke up, ""but whatever you choose, I'll be right at your side. Gandalf told me not to lose you, and I don't intend to.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Then let us be off,"" said Frodo, sliding off his seat, looking at Gandalf as the wizard nodded in approval.""I too, shall come with you, as far as I am able."""
11641,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=175,2015-01-11T16:01:00,Ancian,"Korin just made a sun, a poor one, but still a sun out of smoke. He sat up further, ""Excellent, but before we rush off, we should make sure we're ready"" he paused for a second, ""Are we ready?"" He looked around at everyone before getting up and stretching. He leaned on the wall, picked up his Axe and moved towards the table."
11642,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=175,2015-01-11T18:52:00,Osnil,"<blockquote><div><cite>Ancian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323432&amp;p=23104964#p23104964"">wrote</a>:</cite>Korin just made a sun, a poor one, but still a sun out of smoke. He sat up further, ""Excellent, but before we rush off, we should make sure we're ready"" he paused for a second, ""Are we ready?"" He looked around at everyone before getting up and stretching. He leaned on the wall, picked up his Axe and moved towards the table.</div></blockquote><br/>""Not quite. We still have to ask Gwaihir if he would send a few Eagles to the Misty Mountains,"" Afrren said, grabbing his bow and sword, ""then we have to get word to Elrond somehow that we are leaving."""
11643,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=175,2015-01-12T09:37:00,Old Tyrannia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Imladris</span><br/><br/>Landroval glided through the night sky above the hidden Elven stronghold of Imladris. The night was cool and the skies clear, the pale white glow of starlight washing over the landscape and turning it a ghostly white. The great eagle let out a screech to announce his return, then swooped down and turned upwards again to make a loop. For an eagle, there was no joy greater than flight, and to fly at night was a special thrill. His hunt had been successful; he had caught a healthy buck, and he and his brothers would eat well tonight. But his heart was not glad. He had seen the armies of the Dark Enemy march on Ost-in-Edhil, and so he knew that the North was in danger of falling. He expected messengers to have been set out already to warn Imladris, but nonetheless he had hurried back to tell his brother Gwaihir what he had beheld.<br/><br/>His call was answered with similar cries from Gwaihir and Urimëhér. They were roosting on the balcony where they had landed the day previous. He descended to the ground and perched by the King of Birds, bowing his head in respect.<br/><br/>""It is good to see you, Landroval,"" said Gwaihir. ""I feared for your safety when I heard the armies of the Enemy approached Eregion. Did you know that the orcs marched on Ost-in-Edhil?""<br/><br/>""I saw their host myself, my lord. I estimated several hundred Uruks, several thousand evil men, and over a thousand lesser orcs. They possessed siege weapons and trolls. My lord, if Ost-in-Edhil falls, they will march on Imladris and I know not if Lord Elrond has the strength here to hold them.""<br/><br/>He dropped the buck on the floor in the middle of the eagles. Urimëhér lowered his head as if to inspect the meat, then backed away to allow Gwaihir the first taste of the creature's flesh, as was custom. Gwaihir ignored the food, choosing instead to reply to Landroval.<br/><br/>""These are dark days indeed. It would be wise for the Fellowship to leave soon. Alas, the Council today proved... less than productive.""<br/><br/>""Dwarves, men, elves,"" complained Urimëhér, ""they're all equally arrogant, equally foolish, and equally selfish. They boast of their valour in company of others, but they think only of their own grubby hides. Not one of them has the strength of will to bear the One Ring to Orodruin.""<br/><br/>""Mayhaps dwarves, men and elves do not,"" replied the Wind-Lord, ""but hobbits may surprise us all. You judge too much and too quickly, Urimëhér. Whatever the case we are bound to aid in whatever way we can the Children of Eru. They will need our swiftness of wing if they are to reach Mordor before all is lost."" He finally tore a slab of meat from the beast's hide and began to eat. His hungry brothers also took their share, and the three birds ate for a moment in silence."
11644,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=175,2015-01-12T10:17:00,Liecthenbourg,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ost-in-Edhil</span><br/>Mauhar snorted angrily, stamping his boots against the ground in frustration. ""Fire, again. Again. Again!"" He barked loudly, waving his cleaver into the air as several trolls manning their trebuchets shrugged in boredom, merely loading up their dreaded siege weapons. Several of the trolls laboured over from the munitions station, bringing forth large spherical objects with varying lengths of rope and sinew propping out of the ""tops"". The trebuchets fired once more, firing off the last remaining rocks they had each loaded and soon the trolls barked and roared monstrously, placing the objects in the slings with their great strength. Ropes were pulled, pulleys rolled and weights were heaved before the trebuchets fired off again, their dreaded ammunition flying towards the wall. Some exploded prematurely, exploding over the Morannon Ranks by the walls, others exploded in mid air and little aspects of shrapnel descended downwards, some even hit the walls and bounced off either inwardly our externally, unfortunately for any on either side. A good fraction however, had managed to impact as they hit the walls, causing both forces of Evil and the Forces of Good to shake and shudder, injured and impaled and killed as the dreaded explosives went off. The rammers continued beating their battering ram against the wall, and the forces upon the wall continued their fights.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Barad-Dur, Mordor</span><br/>The members of the Erebor expedition had been allowed entry to the summit of Barad-Dur, with their blessing ratified by a document from Khamul as to provide a legitimate and legal, in the eyes of the Dark Lord, reason to be permitted to have a meeting with him personally. The four members had polished their finest armours, grabbed their family's most honoured weaponry and donned their houses cloaks. Kemik knelt honourably before the Dark Lord, clad in a bright golden piece of armour, ceremonial halberd in his hands and cloths, capes and robes of magenta draped upon his person. His familial crest was present, two rearing wargs separated by a spear. The others too knelt, similarly donned in their armours of gold. Tigeke had her cyan robes, her familial crest of a bow on the backdrop of a white sun ever present. Margoz was similar, though his colours were a darker shade and the crest was that of a lone battle axe, tattered with blood and rags. Finally, Jerrek knelt down himself, and his colours of burgundy flowed magnificently as he did so. His familial crest, that of three halberds over lining, only being present on a back section of his robes. Even when told to rise, they did not, for respect for the Dark Lord. Tigeke reached onto her belt, and drew forth a key. With quick shuffling, she opened the lockbox they had placed in the centre of them. With a quiet creak, it was revealed and safe and sound, wrapped in fabrics of velvet and reds, was the Arkenstone. No words were said, merely silence before the Lord.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lond Daer</span><br/>The Mouth nodded approvingly, his teeth forming a smile most grand as the port of Lond Daer was continued to be rebuilt. The thousands of Orc, Uruk, Troll and Evil Men labourers continued their mission, the sounds of hammers, saws and chisels filling the air heavily around the construction sites. Materials were brought en masse and the Easterlings had been allowed the designing position, leaving a much more exotic and Eastern look to the details upon the chiselled stone, with fine curves and a smoother finish. This mattered little to the Mouth, something he had lamented on as he watched the construction - he merely wanted it built."
11645,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=175,2015-01-12T13:56:00,Nuridia,"""So, when exactly do we leave?"" Niellune asked Frodo and Korin. They were prepping and Korin had made a sun out of smoke, the girl briefly wondered how he could do that. ""Well while we're here we may as well get a bath in, I'm going to look for a river."" Niellune stood up and began to walk off."
11646,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=175,2015-01-12T15:12:00,SaintB,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lagûrz the Wolf</span><br/><br/>Bleeding snaga! Those toad legged imbeciles had set Lagûrz back even further with their antics. Sadaauk and Dagam-bûrz had spotted some antelope in the morning and had decided to poach one using Dagam-bûrz's bow. The orc must have been improving his technique because the damned fool managed to score a hit but unfortunately it was only in the flank, a non-lethal wound that caused the animal to cry out in pain and flee along with the rest of its herd. It could not do for a wounded antelope to be spotted among the plains with an orc arrow sticking from the side of its leg, not with the humans and possibly his own kind hunting for them... So Lagûrz had to waste half the day tracking down the damned beast and risked exposure in the short grass and hilltops before he finally located it. The antelope was hiding in a swampy area thick with cattails and milkweed but the uruk managed to kill it by spearing it with a javelin then walked into the thicket and used his scimitar to hack the corpse up until it looked as if it had been torn asunder for the pleasure of it.<br/><br/>Sadaauk objected when the Uruk returned without the kill, ""Why you do da? It was fresh meat webuh cudd habe eaten lateh!""<br/><br/>Lagûrz's reply was to growl at him and threaten him with the tip of the javelin he had used on the antelope, ""Because you fool! Any hunting party with hounds or wargs will find that corpse and now it will look as if it was assailed by a rabid animal.""<br/><br/>""But de meat!""<br/><br/>""We cant take it with us because of the scent and blood trail, that's why we do our hunting just before we set camp, and only catch the easy prey! I can hamstring you and leave you to be found by whomever hunts for us if you are so keen on being discovered!"", he whirled on the other snaga with the bow, ""No more hunting until you get my say so, and no more going after big game or it will be the two of you that I dine on next!""<br/><br/>The two orcs and the uruk continued toward their destination in haste, trying to reach the tall grass again before they could be found."
11647,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=175,2015-01-12T15:51:00,The Starlight,"<blockquote><div><cite>Ancian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323432&amp;p=23104964#p23104964"">wrote</a>:</cite>Korin just made a sun, a poor one, but still a sun out of smoke. He sat up further, ""Excellent, but before we rush off, we should make sure we're ready"" he paused for a second, ""Are we ready?"" He looked around at everyone before getting up and stretching. He leaned on the wall, picked up his Axe and moved towards the table.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Gandalf</span><br/>""You need to work on that, my friend,"" said Gandalf, picking up his own pipe and sending smoke stags around the sun. ""I would counsel all of you to take herbs, medicines, weapons, ropes and any other supplies you will need for this journey. I myself will be finding some more tobacco, "" said Gandalf, wandering off.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Frodo</span><br/><br/>""Let's leave at noon today, "" said Frodo to everyone. ""Now, I better go pack my things and take anything I need."" he said. ""Meet me back here when you're done with everything."""
11648,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=175,2015-01-12T17:06:00,Ancian,"Korin chuckled in reply to Gandalf. In the mean time hr started preparing a meal. They hadn't eaten in quite a while. He got some meat and started putting it over the fire. After that he found some cheeses and put some bread out. Utterly disdainful of the fact he didn't own any if it. He had plenty of tobacco left, so didn't feel the need to get more stock. He pulled up a chair and waited till the meat was ready. ""Before we go we should eat, that way we can go further before stopping. It'll be worth it in the long run ."" It was also due to the fact that he was feeling half starved. He didn't mention that part, so his idea sounded more reasonable."
11649,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=175,2015-01-12T17:35:00,Osnil,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Starlight <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323432&amp;p=23115831#p23115831"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Ancian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323432&amp;p=23104964#p23104964"">wrote</a>:</cite>Korin just made a sun, a poor one, but still a sun out of smoke. He sat up further, ""Excellent, but before we rush off, we should make sure we're ready"" he paused for a second, ""Are we ready?"" He looked around at everyone before getting up and stretching. He leaned on the wall, picked up his Axe and moved towards the table.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Gandalf</span><br/>""You need to work on that, my friend,"" said Gandalf, picking up his own pipe and sending smoke stags around the sun. ""I would counsel all of you to take herbs, medicines, weapons, ropes and any other supplies you will need for this journey. I myself will be finding some more tobacco, "" said Gandalf, wandering off.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Frodo</span><br/><br/>""Let's leave at noon today, "" said Frodo to everyone. ""Now, I better go pack my things and take anything I need."" he said. ""Meet me back here when you're done with everything.""</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Afrren Toen, Merry, and Pippin</span><br/>""I already have everything I need,"" Afrren said, slinging a pack over his shoulder, ""and now I guess since it was my idea to leave now, I should be the one to tell Elrond. And I do have to ask the eagles if they would feign going to the Misty Mountains."" Afrren then went to find Elrond. Spying Gwaihir, the Great Eagle, he said, ""O great Gwaihir, you kindly offered to take us through the Misty Mountains. We are leaving today-at noon, but not through the Misty Mountains. We would request one thing-could you spare a few eagles and send them that way. That way we may have some time to get a good start before the orcs realize what happened."""
11650,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=175,2015-01-12T19:07:00,Asyir,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">King Bard II<br/>Lothlorien<br/>TA 3025</span><br/><br/>The situation remained grim within the golden forest of Lothlorien, where the remnants of the eastern Free Peoples made their stand. For nearly six years, the wood has been sieges by the dark forces of Mordor, but without the the Ring, Sauron could not power past Lady Galadriel. This gave the Men of Dale some hope, as they retreated further into the forests, trying to avoid the never ending barrage of rocks.<br/><br/>King Bard sat on his armchair within his tent. A great oak table was within the center, with the chair Bard sat upon off in the center opposite of the entrance. Men, all great captains of Dale stood around the table, their faces grim. It has been a long while since Bard has seen them smile.<br/><br/>Willem, Bard's younger brother, returned with his riders. They brought a dwarf named Gròin with them. The dwarf had long since departed for Rivendell for the Council of Elrond. Bard had been invited, but was hesitant to leave his men without their king. Instead he remained in the besieged wood.<br/><br/>They have been rather fortunate though, despite the long and bloody siege. The rivers near The Misty Mountains had remained out of enemies hands, allowing for Willem to lead his scouting parties safely out. Had the enemy captured those rivers, Lothlorien would be completely cut off.<br/><br/>Bard listened to his council bicker and argue about stratagems and battle plans. The young king listened in, but never raised his voice to speak. He remained quiet, reflecting on the war. Old memories resurfaced. They were of his father, King Brand. He drifted off, letting the images of his father enter his thoughts."
11651,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=175,2015-01-13T08:24:00,Krugmar,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Hîr-Burôdasînkal</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Grey Havens</span><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Blockade of Mithlond""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://img1.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20090906034300/lotr/images/thumb/b/b4/Grey_Havens_01.jpg/500px-Grey_Havens_01.jpg""/></div></div></div><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Forces and Casualties""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-size: 130%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bellakaran Forces and casualties</span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ships</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Before battle:</span><br/>1 Flagship - <span style=""font-style: italic"">Pharazbalak</span><br/>19 Carracks<br/>11 Caravels<br/>1 Flagship (Corsair Galley) - the <span style=""font-style: italic"">Doomtide</span><br/>31 Corsair Galleys<br/>2 Elven War Galleys<br/>5 Elven Caravels<br/>7 Elven Merchant Galleys<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">After battle</span><br/>1 Flagship - <span style=""font-style: italic"">Pharazbalak</span><br/>19 Carracks<br/>11 Caravels<br/>1 Flagship (Corsair Galley) - the <span style=""font-style: italic"">Doomtide</span><br/>30 Corsair Galleys<br/>2 Elven War Galleys<br/>5 Elven Caravels<br/>7 Elven Merchant Galleys<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Soldiers</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Before battle:</span><br/>1 Numenorean Hero - Hîr-Burôdasînkal<br/>10 Old Guard<br/>267 Numenoreans<br/>45 Haradrim (serving on the Carracks).<br/>1 Corsair Hero - Ledoc<br/>582 Bellakaran Corsairs<br/>53 Elven Villagers (Taken as Slaves)<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">After battle</span><br/>1 Numenorean Hero - Hîr-Burôdasînkal<br/>10 Old Guard<br/>267 Numenoreans<br/>43 Haradrim (serving on the Carracks).<br/>1 Corsair Hero - Ledoc<br/>554 Bellakaran Corsairs<br/>51 Elven Villagers (Taken as Slaves)<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 130%; line-height: 116%;"">Elven forces and casualties</span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ships</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Before the battle:</span><br/>-none-<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">After the battle:</span><br/>-none<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Soldiers</span><br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Before the battle:</span><br/>415 Mithlond Sentries<br/>786 Elven Militia<br/>2812 Elven Villagers<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">After the battle</span><br/>378 Mithlond Sentries<br/>512 Elven Militia<br/>2245 Elven Villagers</div></div></div></div><hr/><br/><br/>Hîr-Burôdasînkal stood upon the deck of the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Pharazbalak</span>watching the devastation before him. Ballistae bolts flew out from the decks of his galleys and carracks, crashing into the elven buildings and reducing them to rubble. The<span style=""font-style: italic"">Pharazbalak</span>was so large that it had a catapult built into it, allowing it to throw strange contraptions made of a strange ash, once lit they would explode in a fiery blaze. These pots of black stone were hurled into the elven city, setting countless villagers and militia on fire and scorching the very ground. He reveled in the carnage around him, the screams of the dying fueling him. Several of the other Black Numenorean Carracks had smaller catapults built into them, though they threw regular stone which was still effective.<br/><br/>""My lord, should we not press the attack?"" asked one of his Old Guard, his usually silent companions and bodyguards. They stood menacingly tall, almost as tall as Burôdasînkal himself, and wore warped dark armour covered in black cloaks.<br/><br/>""Continue bombarding the city until all is chaos, then the slaughter begins"" said Burôdasînkal, putting the matter to rest. His Old Guard stepped backwards and resumed his watching of the bombardment. There was little the elves could do to retaliate, the Grey Havens had never been designed for an all out attack such as this. Yet one of their surviving catapults managed to land a large boulder directly into the hull of one of the corsair galleys. It shrieked as it ripped in two, both ends pulling upwards and forcing the crew into the deadly abyss below. The elven bowmen were also very skilled, picking off some of the corsairs who got too bold, though they were frightened back by the bolts sent by the corsairs bows and crossbows.<br/><br/>""Bring me the damned worm, I know that he boarded without me knowing"" said Burôdasînkal to one of his Old Guard. The silent warrior strode away, keeping his head held high despite the arrows landing all around them. He returned with an ungainly creature, suited in old and ruined Numenorean armour and shrouded in shadowy vestments which hid the nothingness underneath. Only its menacing yellow eyes and eery grin could be seen, something that would frighten lesser men, but not Burôdasînkal.<br/><br/>""Lord Burôdasînkal, the attack fares well I see?"" said the Traitor, its voice like two swords being scraped together. The Black Numenoreans near it spat on it in disgust, such a creature was worthy only of death and Burôdasînkal was of a mind to agree. Yet it would serve its purpose for now.<br/><br/>""Send a message to your master, Mairon the Deceiver, that the attack is going as planned. Tonight Mithlond will burn, and the screams of the Elder race will be heard across the land. Tell him that I want what was promised, troops and land. Tell him that you disgusting snake, and I will not have you thrown overboard again"" said Burôdasînkal, before sharply turning around to watch the destruction of Mithlond unfold.<br/><br/>The Traitor gave a mock bow, then retreated back to its quarters within the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Pharazbalak</span>. They were dark, cramped and horrible yet it gave them no thought. It kneeled down in the damp and began its incantation, its lesser ring began glowing as it made contact with its master. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Shakh Mairon, Auga Bubhosh, your servant reports that the Black Numenoreans of Bellakar have succeeded in destroying Forlond and Harlond. They are current blockading and burning Mithlond and will make their attack tonight. They screech on about rewards for their services, yet I believe that they will all die in the attack. I await your bidding master</span>he telepathically sent to Sauron. His lesser ring then began to cool down and the glowing ended, leaving him stuck in the dark and cramped hold while waiting for a reply from his great and dark master."
11652,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=175,2015-01-13T15:18:00,The Intergalactic Russian Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Starlight <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323432&amp;p=23115831#p23115831"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Ancian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323432&amp;p=23104964#p23104964"">wrote</a>:</cite>Korin just made a sun, a poor one, but still a sun out of smoke. He sat up further, ""Excellent, but before we rush off, we should make sure we're ready"" he paused for a second, ""Are we ready?"" He looked around at everyone before getting up and stretching. He leaned on the wall, picked up his Axe and moved towards the table.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Gandalf</span><br/>""You need to work on that, my friend,"" said Gandalf, picking up his own pipe and sending smoke stags around the sun. ""I would counsel all of you to take herbs, medicines, weapons, ropes and any other supplies you will need for this journey. I myself will be finding some more tobacco, "" said Gandalf, wandering off.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Frodo</span><br/><br/>""Let's leave at noon today, "" said Frodo to everyone. ""Now, I better go pack my things and take anything I need."" he said. ""Meet me back here when you're done with everything.""</div></blockquote><br/>Boromir looked at Korin and said ""What is it with you people and smoking pipes? You smoke, most Dwarves I meet smoke, Gandalf smokes, and most Hobbits, you all always seem to have a pipe and tobacco on hand."" He turned to Frodo ""Very well, I'll go retrieve my gear, and will be ready to leave shortly."" Boromir walked off to his quarters."
11653,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=175,2015-01-13T15:29:00,Ancian,"Korin chuckled at Boromir. Meanwhile, he got all the meat off the fire and set it on the table with the cheese and bread. ""I can eat it all, but I won't make it out of the city. Now. Come and fill yer boots!"" He had no need to go to his quarters. Everything he owned was here. Or in Erebor, probably taken by thieving men of Rhun. He got out many assorted drinks and started pouring them and setting them on the table. After that he loaded up a plate. What could he say, he was a hungry dwarf."
11654,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=175,2015-01-13T16:02:00,The Starlight,"<blockquote><div><cite>Liecthenbourg <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323432&amp;p=23112173#p23112173"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ost-in-Edhil</span><br/>Mauhar snorted angrily, stamping his boots against the ground in frustration. ""Fire, again. Again. Again!"" He barked loudly, waving his cleaver into the air as several trolls manning their trebuchets shrugged in boredom, merely loading up their dreaded siege weapons. Several of the trolls laboured over from the munitions station, bringing forth large spherical objects with varying lengths of rope and sinew propping out of the ""tops"". The trebuchets fired once more, firing off the last remaining rocks they had each loaded and soon the trolls barked and roared monstrously, placing the objects in the slings with their great strength. Ropes were pulled, pulleys rolled and weights were heaved before the trebuchets fired off again, their dreaded ammunition flying towards the wall. Some exploded prematurely, exploding over the Morannon Ranks by the walls, others exploded in mid air and little aspects of shrapnel descended downwards, some even hit the walls and bounced off either inwardly our externally, unfortunately for any on either side. A good fraction however, had managed to impact as they hit the walls, causing both forces of Evil and the Forces of Good to shake and shudder, injured and impaled and killed as the dreaded explosives went off. The rammers continued beating their battering ram against the wall, and the forces upon the wall continued their fights.<br/></div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ost-in-Edhil</span><br/>Elladan managed to balance himself as the wall shook. The debris flew everywhere, and he was just lucky enough to duck before some shrapnel impaled the ground just behind him. As the catapults continued to pellet the walls, Elladan shook his head. The elves had fought valiantly, battling for every inch, but the wall would soon fall, and they would be overridden.He yelled to his brother Elrohir, who followed his instructions. Then, blowing his horn 2 times, he began to hack his way through the enemy, creating a path for those who followed him.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, Elrohir had listened to what Elladan had shouted, commanding some elves to bring soft mattresses. As Elladan, on the wall, shouted to the elves on the wall to jump, the elves, completely trusting in the sons of Elrond, jumped off, landing on the mattresses and taking rank in the Elrohir's battle formation. Elladan fought his way through, skillfully dispatching all the orcs in his way and leaped off the wall, those following him doing the same. Just as every elf heard the command, and most began to jump, another stone hit the wall, successfully knocking down a portion to the right of the gate. Some of the more agile elves were able to jump rock to rock, landing on the ground with little but scratches, but others, including the orcs, were not so lucky. Elladan moved his remaining forces into a shieldwall and quickly plugged the gap. They would remain fighting there as soon as possible. The inhabitants of the elven city had already been warned to pack their things, and even now, they stayed in secret tunnels leading into the countryside and near another exit."
11655,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=175,2015-01-13T18:02:00,G-Tech Corporation,-le redact-
11656,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=200,2015-01-13T20:13:00,Marzarbul,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://img2.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20130701120813/lotr/pl/images/8/82/Gundabad.jpg""/></div><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><div align=""center"">With the Hammer and Stone <br/>We Stand Alone<br/>On the Mountain Graves Grow<br/>Row after Row<br/>With Dragon Fire and Goblin Desire<br/>Burning Rage and Darkness Uncaged<br/>We Are Alone</div></span></span></span><br/><br/>The night breeze gently caressed his beard's golden locks as he stood unsteadily upon the stone parapet with stone mug in hand. Being one of the further outposts of the Hidden Kingdom had its benefits and as the middle aged dwarf took another swig of his illicit moonshine he stupidly grinned at the thought. Couldn't drink on the job while working near King Gorin 'The Incompetent'. His smile slowly morphed into a grimace at the thought of the dwarf who had banished him to this inconsequential post in the South. Here he was, a dwarf from a reputable and honor bound line that could trace its roots to the very halls of Khazadum guarding a wall in the middle of nowhere.<br/><br/>Taking another bitter swig he proceeded to patrol the wall in haphazard fashion with his focus solely on the swaying ground beneath him. In his stupor he had left his one handed ax and shield leaning against the staircase at the bottom of the wall as he needed one hand to hold his drink and the other to support his drunken frame up the stairway. The only weapon he had on his person was the rock mug in his left hand and the ram horn on his belt. Stumbling towards the end of the wall he tripped on a discarded helmet and fell headfirst onto the stone floor.<br/><br/>Smashing his iron helm upon the masonry he cursed loudly, slurring his words as he attempted to regain his footing. “Who in the nine hellsh left a bloomin helmet for me to trip on.” Rubbing his head in the vain attempt at alleviating the pain now emanating from his temples he then noticed that there was more than just a helmet laying there before him. A small horn lay near the edge of the parapet towards and down below outside of the walls lay the body of a now deceased dwarf. Taking several moments to try and collect himself from the hysteria he now felt coursing through his veins he then noticed a chilling sound coming from below. Quivering in his now slightly soiled mail boots he glanced down beneath him and say row after row of eight legged, cow sized creatures climbing up the wall. Ducking back behind the dark grey masonry he felt a gust of air blow over his head and heard the clatter of metal on stone soon afterward.<br/><br/>Moaning his now hopeless situation he began to swiftly crawl on all fours back towards the stairway and retrieve his weaponry. He soon heard more metal being greeted by stone and now the sounds of yelling added to the din. Very soon a horn blew out somewhere along the wall and torches began to appear from inside the compound. The various stone houses began disgorging dwarfs encased in metal armed with all sorts of weaponry. Glancing back to the wall he saw that those dwarfs still left on the wall were now engaged with the spiders in earnest. As the dwarfs attempted to knock down the spiders off the walls with mattocks and axes they could not plug every gap. The melee grew as more and more spiders engaged the dwarfs on the wall with poison and fang while dwarfs rushed up the stairs to aid their beleaguered comrades.<br/><br/>Giving a silent prayer to Aule, he continued his desperate crawl towards one of the three stair cases on the wall. Only ten feet away from the stair he thought his prayers had been answered. That was until a spider the size of a large horse vaulted over the wall and barreled into him. Squealing with terror he attempted to extricate himself from beneath the spiders mass as it attempted to get a better hold on its meal. Vainly trying to fend off the gargantuan creatures legs with his gauntlets he grabbed on of the furry appendages with a manic fervor. Gripping the leg fiercely he then took an enormous bite of the creature and it roared in pain. Spitting out bits of hair and ichor he scrambled out between the spiders legs and dashed for the stairway.<br/><br/>Overcoming its pain the spider rocketed after the fleeing dwarf with hate in its heart and hunger in its stomach. Only inches away from its meal it was soon met by torches and steel as four dwarfs formed a semi-circle in front of the beast allowing the drunken dwarf to reach the stairs. Tumbling down the stone steps he was almost trampled as he lay prostrate at the base of them trying to stand on his two feet. Finally gaining some semblance of balance he picked up his shield and ax. Steeling himself for the fight above he felt nausea rising from his gut. Retching onto the snow covered compacted dirt he felt instant relief. Rushing back up the stairs he took a great gulp of air as he ran up the stairs two steps at a time. With each breathe he could smell the urine and vomit reeking off his armor.<br/><br/>At the top he saw that most of the garrison was now present on the top of the walls swinging their steel weapons with coordinated efficiency. The dwarfs at the top were working in pairs chanting ancient battle hymns of old as they swatted the spiders with expert efficiency. Now that their element of surprise was over the spiders began to feel the effects of steel and fire wielded by expert warriors encased in steel. Over two hundred dwarfs were holding their own on the wall while the remaining one hundred were formed outside in the courtyard in a square formation with their shields interlocked with one another creating an impenetrable barrier.<br/><br/>In the center of the formation was a dwarf huskarl shouting orders to those rushing towards the walls. Gulping down his terror he charged into the melee with ax upraised and towershield gripped tightly. The courage of dwarfs would be tested that night and as the dwarfs struggled on the battlements a lone dwarf was running through the vast tunnel system to the nearest relay station. Once there the message would be sent to the next one until the southern command was informed of the situation occurring in the south. The spiders of Mirkwood have arrived and they have come with a vengeance."
11657,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=200,2015-01-14T06:46:00,Old Tyrannia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Osnil <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323432&amp;p=23117075#p23117075"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Afrren Toen, Merry, and Pippin</span><br/>""I already have everything I need,"" Afrren said, slinging a pack over his shoulder, ""and now I guess since it was my idea to leave now, I should be the one to tell Elrond. And I do have to ask the eagles if they would feign going to the Misty Mountains."" Afrren then went to find Elrond. Spying Gwaihir, the Great Eagle, he said, ""O great Gwaihir, you kindly offered to take us through the Misty Mountains. We are leaving today-at noon, but not through the Misty Mountains. We would request one thing-could you spare a few eagles and send them that way. That way we may have some time to get a good start before the orcs realize what happened.""</div></blockquote><br/>Gwaihir turned as the Ranger spoke, and cocked his head as he told him of his plan.<br/><br/>""You mean you want us to play a ruse? Yes, that might just work. If the Enemy sees eagles flying over the Misty Mountains, he might well assume that the Fellowship are attempting to go by that way. Landroval, Urimëhér and I will depart as soon as possible, but Landroval has just returned from his hunt and must rest awhile before he leaves. Besides, I would like to say farewell to Lord Elrond.""<br/><br/>Landroval nodded his head in appreciation of his brother's generosity, grateful for the opportunity to rest a few hours before they departed once again. Urimëhér was silent, though one eye remained fixed on Afrren the whole time that the Ranger and the Lord of the Eagles were speaking."
11658,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=200,2015-01-14T09:29:00,Dain II Ironfoot,"Eight days had passed since the Beornings, under the command of Grimbeorn, and an unlikely Maiar called Radagast where forced to flee from the High pass where they tried to hold off the Orcs from Dol Guldur.<br/>They fled to the Trollshaws, a forest that was known for its Trolls. Now that the Trolls had abandoned the forest it became occupied by the remaining Beornings who tried to rebuild their lives.<br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Encampment, Trollshaws, day 8</span></span><br/>Deep in the forest the Beornings had set up an encampment, a temporary place to stay until final decisions where made. The camp wasn't much more then a campfire as the Beornings had no issue with sleeping in the open air of the forest.<br/>A handful of Beornings and Radagast sat around the campfire, still mourning those that had fallen during the war while bringing up memories about them.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Remember the time Beran fought off those Orcs while laying on his back? He sounded like a squealing baby while trying to get up on his feet. I'll never forget that moment...""</span>One of the Beornings said.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Don't forget the time Beranhelm tried to launch an ambush and he jumped out of the tree onto the Orcs, smashing his own nose into the sand...""</span>Another Beorning responded.<br/>Like this it continued all evening long as more and more of the Beornings gathered around the campfire. Laughs and tears where shared at the same moment as the night slowly gathered into the sky.<br/>As night fell they all went to sleep except for Radagast, who was still mourning his friends from Mirkwood. He had little to no idea what had happend to them, perhaps they managed to escape the darkness...<br/><br/>At some point Radagast was disturbed by some unusual movement in the bushes. He decided to get up to check it out when he suddenly heard a voice,<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Don't move, not even a finger.""</span><br/>That same moment a group of rangers emerged with their bows ready. Some of the Beornings had woke up aswell and noticed the rangers. Among them was Grimbeorn who inmediatly got up his feet,<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Who are you and what are you doing in our forest.""</span>he asked on an angry tone.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Your forest? Last time i came here this was the forest of the Trolls.""</span>The ranger replied.<br/>The remaining Beornings that had been asleep had woke up aswell at this point and some of them even roared at the rangers, a clear sign that they where willing to attack at any moment. This was something Radagast didn't want to happen,<span style=""font-style: italic"">""We're all on the same side, calm down.""</span>he said as he stepped towards the ranger who was in charge.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""I'm Radagast, Tender of Beasts, and these fine men here are the Beornings. We where forced to abandoned our homes east of the Misty Mountains and we found refuge here in the forest.""</span>he continued.<br/>The ranger in charge looked at the, barbarians, as he would discribe them.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""If you are truely the one that you claim to be, Elrond will know. I'll take you to him at once, the rest of us will stay here to keep an eye on these men.""</span>The ranger replied.<br/>Radagast nodded, he didn't have much choice after all. He told the Beornings to stay calm and that everything would be alright.<br/>That same night Radagast, the ranger in charge and two other rangers left towards Rivendell. In the meanwhile the Beornings had to share their campfire with the rangers for as long as it took for Radagast to return."
11659,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=200,2015-01-14T16:09:00,New Decius,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;"">Razier</span></span></span><br/><br/>The air atop the peak of the mountain was cold and bitter, a wind howling all around, yet it did nothing to affect the pitch black Dragon situated at the peak. The Dragon stared down at the world below, hidden by the clouds, and the sounds shrouded by the wind. The beast did not stay up there long, as soon spread its great black leathery wings and took to the sky, shooting up like a spear and then diving down at speeds that would make the fastest of horses envious. The dragon burst through the clouds and came to hover above a great fortress situated on the mountain side, from which a great many sounds could be heard. Razier spread his mouth in a sharp toothed grin as he looked down upon the fortress that was Carn Icarus.<br/><br/>From here just to plain eyes, one could easily see the forges and armories of the Black Arnorians whom served Razier, and if one looked closer they would see many of these Black Arnorians training and preparing for war. Archers stood in rows before targets, taking aim and releasing a volley of arrows against the targets, whilst Spearmen formed up in a group and charged with their spears pointed forward. Swordsmen faced each other in combat for training, using real swords instead of fake ones. Constantly the sound of the hammer coming down upon the metal on the anvil came from the forges and always there was the sound of marching. Yet this was not all of Razier's army. The true army lay within the mountain, in the deeps.<br/><br/>The great Dragon came down in the vast courtyard of the fortress and marched forward towards a truly massive gate leading into the mountain which was pulled open for the dragon by over a hundred of the Black Arnorians and was closed again by the same men. Razier walked inside the Great Hall that he had stepped into and looked around, taking it all in. Upon the walls were great artworks and tapestries which Razier had stolen from Elf, Man, and Dwarf alike over his lifetime, and which he took pride in seeing upon the walls of his fortress. Statues depicting the dragon in all his glory lined the walls, however there were no branch hallways to this, only one massive dragon sized door at the end of the Hall. It was to this door that the Dragon of the North marched, and opened by pushing it open with his head. What it opened up to was a truly impressive sight.<br/><br/>Razier stood at the top of a massive causeway leading down into the bowels of the mountain. The chamber was massive enough to hold thirty Razier's. The cavern walls were covered in caves from which the cackle and screech of Goblins could be heard, and dozens upon dozens of Orc Pits lay around the cavern floor, being tended to by other Orcs, as gargled roars and squawks came from the pits where the Orcs were being bred. There were several pits containing pens for Wargs, and also pens containing Trolls. In some instances Trolls were being used to turn gears that lit the furnaces which powered the forges. Uruk-hai were being used as Officers in this instance, inspecting the Orcs once they were armed and armored and deciding which were fit for the frontlines and which were fit as lunch for the rest of them. In other areas were pits for the Orcs to train, and Razier did not want them trained as savage killing machines alone, no he had wanted a disciplined and cunning army of savage killing machines.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">'An Army fit to destroy the free people's of Eriador. At my command.'</span>Razier thought as he peered down at the scene below and watched it with smug pride.<span style=""font-style: italic"">'It is almost time. Soon this host shall march forth from Carn Icarus to do battle against the forces of Eriador. I shall see the Shire burn, The Breelanders slaughtered, and Imaldris wiped out. And I shall see that accursed elf king Lord Elrond, dead. If it is the last thing I do.'</span>The dragon became so enflamed by his passion for revenge that he let out a great roar that echoed throughout the Chamber and all fell silent as the eyes of all within were drawn to Razier. The Dragon snarled and spoke in a deep and thunderous voice. ""Why have you stopped. Get back to work."" Immediately they did as the dragon turned and marched back into the Great Hall.<br/><br/>Razier came once more out into the courtyard of Carn Icarus as he looked about and snapped at the Commander of the Black Arnorains, Titus Marcinus. ""Prepare your men. Tell them to mount up. We attack Bree tonight. We shall burn the town and those who dare to resist Lord Sauron."" The Commander nodded and bowed before setting out to gather a contingent of Black Arnorians to attack Bree. It took no more than half an hour to prepare and mount up a hundred Black Arnorians for the attack. Razier took to the sky and soared off in the direction of Bree, whilst the gates of Carn Icarus opened and the Riders surged forth, galloping down the causeway as their leader flew on ahead. It would not take Razier long to reach Bree.<br/><br/>As he was flying Razier noticed what appeared to be a column of travelers on the road below, with wagons and horses and many people among them. Likely refugees from the other areas of Middle Earth where Sauron's armies had taken power. The dragon even managed a grin as he soared down and headed towards them from the rear of the column, letting out a roar, thus alerting the travelers to his presence. He heard many people scream and someone cried out ""Dragon!"" but he paid them no heed as he opened his mouth a stream of flames burst forth upon the travelers. The fire struck man, wagon, and animal alike as Razier went up the line, torching it all. There were those smart enough to run, yes, however he wanted them to carry forth tales of him. Tales that would incite fear in ones heart. As he soared off back on his original course, he left behind a column of fire and smoke, as people ran about with their clothes aflame trying to put out the fire, or horses ran about their bodies covered in fire. The screams that came from that scene could likely be heard for miles.<br/><br/>And now Razier continued on towards Bree where he would bring fire and death and to its people."
11660,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=200,2015-01-15T04:54:00,Dain II Ironfoot,"<span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Rivendell, day 11</span></span><br/>After a terribly quiet journey of two days Radagast and the three rangers finally made it to Rivendell, the home of the Elves.Radagast had been here only a few times before as he preferred animals over any other creatures.<br/>Once they walked inside the ranger asked a local guard for Elrond and after a short conversation between the two they continued. Radagast looked around him, this was probably the only place in which the darkness had nothing to say. It felt good to be in Rivendell, birds where still singing songs and looked still happy.<br/>Upon arrival at Elrond's room the ranger knocked on the door before he entered.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Elrond, it is good to meet you at last, i am Duilin, captain of a small band of rangers. While we where searching out the woods for orcs, who are said to settle the Trollshaws, we came across this old man who claims to be Radagast. Now i'm not the one to decide wether he speaks of truth but i just want to be sure in these days.""</span><br/>Radagast was glad, he finally knew the name of the ranger and he knew the reason for them being in the forest, even while it was disturbing news at most. Radagast also looked at Elrond, it was a strange thing he always thought, races that did not age over time. On the other hand, he was one of those races himself, even while he did actually age in some way.<br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Encampment, Trollshaws, day 11</span></span><br/>At the encampment the rangers appeared to be more friendly then the ones that ravelled with Radagast. The Beornings shared the campfire with these men and the rangers even helped to build small cabins for the nights to come. It was a pleasant experience for both groups as they seemed to get along very well. As one of the rangers told Grimbeorn about the Orcs that where moving through the forest Grimbeorn could do nothing but laugh. Untill today there was no Orc that had set foot inside these forests, this was something Grimbeorn knew for sure as his men patrolled the forest day and night.<br/>Even while Grimbeorn laughed, there where some troubling issues that came along with this. Would the Orcs attempt to enter the forest? How many Orcs where those rangers talking about? All matters which should be cleared up quickly, before it was too late.<br/>The ranger told that the Orcs might have settled in the hills aswell and that he did not knew the numbers of those Orcs. Grimbeorn already started to think about a plan to destroy those Orcs, having rangers could prove helpfull as an ambush could confuse the Ors so badly that they wouldn't even notice dozens of bears coming at them... It sure became a night in which Grimbeorn could not get himself to sleep."
11661,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=200,2015-01-15T11:37:00,Osnil,"<blockquote><div><cite>Old Tyrannia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323432&amp;p=23134363#p23134363"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Osnil <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323432&amp;p=23117075#p23117075"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Afrren Toen, Merry, and Pippin</span><br/>""I already have everything I need,"" Afrren said, slinging a pack over his shoulder, ""and now I guess since it was my idea to leave now, I should be the one to tell Elrond. And I do have to ask the eagles if they would feign going to the Misty Mountains."" Afrren then went to find Elrond. Spying Gwaihir, the Great Eagle, he said, ""O great Gwaihir, you kindly offered to take us through the Misty Mountains. We are leaving today-at noon, but not through the Misty Mountains. We would request one thing-could you spare a few eagles and send them that way. That way we may have some time to get a good start before the orcs realize what happened.""</div></blockquote><br/>Gwaihir turned as the Ranger spoke, and cocked his head as he told him of his plan.<br/><br/>""You mean you want us to play a ruse? Yes, that might just work. If the Enemy sees eagles flying over the Misty Mountains, he might well assume that the Fellowship are attempting to go by that way. Landroval, Urimëhér and I will depart as soon as possible, but Landroval has just returned from his hunt and must rest awhile before he leaves. Besides, I would like to say farewell to Lord Elrond.""<br/><br/>Landroval nodded his head in appreciation of his brother's generosity, grateful for the opportunity to rest a few hours before they departed once again. Urimëhér was silent, though one eye remained fixed on Afrren the whole time that the Ranger and the Lord of the Eagles were speaking.</div></blockquote><br/>""Thank you. And may the wind under you bear you to where the sun sails and the moon walks,"" Afrren said bowing, ""the fellowship is leaving at noon. I now must see Elrond to tell him that we are leaving, so that he will not worry."" Afrren swiftly left the room. That part of the plan worked. Now, to see Elrond. He searched the hallways for Elrond, and finally sighted him. He said, ""There is our host! I have been looking for you for quite a while. I came to tell you that Frodo has decided to leave, with his three companions, myself, Boromir, Gandalf, Niellune, and Korin, at noon today. We have convinced the Eagles to fly to the Misty Mountains to fool the orcs while we take a different route. We intend to go towards Erebor, then cut south through Mirkwood. And before I forget, I would like to thank you for your hospitality."""
11662,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=200,2015-01-15T14:06:00,G-Tech Corporation,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">The High Keep, The Barad-Dur, Mordor</span><br/><br/>Mairon, Lord of the Earth, contemplated the wonder before his eyes. It drank in the light of the torches about it, even veiled as it was in the small iron lockbox, and threw the illumination out again, broken into a rainbow of prismatic color. As a servant of Aule he had known many of the forgings of the Wonders of Arda, but the memory had faded long ago, before even the First Age had passed. It seemed to the Dark Lord as he stood before the four soldiers of Rhun that a portion of the beauty and terrible splendor of the Silmarils had returned to the earth, a vision of the glory of Valinor that was now vanished from the circles of the world. There were many gems and precious things in the vast treasuries and strong-houses of the Barad-Dur, plundered from half a world and more, but this one was beyond compare. The pale white face of Mairon split with a gentle smile, and he gestured to one of the Black Numenoreans that stood at the ready near his chambers, his fell guard. The man bowed low, and left the chamber, and Annatar spoke.<br/><br/>""You have done well, my children, and your tale shall be sung upon the lips of both east and west. I am not one to bestow position or wealth lightly, for it is best earned, not given, but in this deed you have earned that which I give to you."" The cunning mind of the Darkness turned, recalling names to faces as described by his heralds and Mouth. ""Each of you has proven initiative, strength of will, and valor. I name each of you Hearth-Steward of the Barad-Dur and Mordor, and bestow upon you lands in the vast reaches of Wilderland, near the River Running, as far as one can walk from dawn until dusk, to be your personal fiefs, as well as a gild of your weight in gold for your service to me and mine. Your families, as well as yourselves, shall be accorded as Host-Masters of Mordor, and free to travel and trade in her dominion without tariff until the stars fall and Lord Melkor returns in glory.""<br/><br/>He nodded, dismissing them with a smile, eyes of burning coal looking into the hearts of man and woman to find strength. His guard returned bearing a staff of black mithril, forged in the shape of a rising gout of flame; word had reached the smiths of the Underforge of the coming of the Arkenstone, and now the Dark Lord drew it forth from its box and placed it upon the claws for its setting at the apex of the stave. He smiled at the beauty of the jewel, and a thick crimson undercurrent of fresh lava and fire suffused the shining gem.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Portsmouth, Lond Daer, Eriador</span><br/><br/>Drums beat loud, and from the south ships appeared over the horizon, filling it with sails and masts. Their sails were black and red, scarlet and gold, the colors of Harad and the Corsairs. From the east they came, nearly a hundred vessels bearing supplies and great quantities of soldiers, Haradrim and Khand-men, and pirates in their numbers. A new host was to be assembled, and the soft underbelly of Eriador cut open. They brought news of another large host of Haradrim on the march from the east, soon to be nearing the gap of Andrast and enter the lands beyond in readiness for war."
11663,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=200,2015-01-15T15:23:00,Osnil,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Breelands, Drogo Proudmead</span><br/>It was sighted not long ago. A dragon heading towards Bree. Drogo hadn't believed the stories, until the woods caught aflame. This was it. Legends of days of old had spoken of dragons, but Drogo hadn't listened. And it was rumored that Bilbo Baggins had left on his journey with the sole purpose of fighting a dragon. He found a decent place, stood with his four rangers and yelled at the top of his lungs, ""Dragon, I am Message-bringer, Shield of Bree, Friend of the Forest. I am Wight-slayer Come and face us now. I challenge you today. You may burn and pillage our homes, slaughter our brothers, devour our sons, and rape our daughters and sisters, but we will not fear you or your orc friends! You may scorch us and devour us but we will not yield. Not while we have a breath and two legs to stand on!""<br/><br/>Men had hidden in the woods with ballistas ready to fire when the dragon approached. If all failed, Drogo had a black arrow. Afrren had given it to him after diving for it before the fall of Dale. He awaited the dragon's flame and showed no sign of fear."
11664,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=200,2015-01-15T19:58:00,New Decius,"<blockquote><div><cite>Osnil <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323432&amp;p=23151001#p23151001"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Breelands, Drogo Proudmead</span><br/>It was sighted not long ago. A dragon heading towards Bree. Drogo hadn't believed the stories, until the woods caught aflame. This was it. Legends of days of old had spoken of dragons, but Drogo hadn't listened. And it was rumored that Bilbo Baggins had left on his journey with the sole purpose of fighting a dragon. He found a decent place, stood with his four rangers and yelled at the top of his lungs, ""Dragon, I am Message-bringer, Shield of Bree, Friend of the Forest. I am Wight-slayer Come and face us now. I challenge you today. You may burn and pillage our homes, slaughter our brothers, devour our sons, and rape our daughters and sisters, but we will not fear you or your orc friends! You may scorch us and devour us but we will not yield. Not while we have a breath and two legs to stand on!""<br/><br/>Men had hidden in the woods with ballistas ready to fire when the dragon approached. If all failed, Drogo had a black arrow. Afrren had given it to him after diving for it before the fall of Dale. He awaited the dragon's flame and showed no sign of fear.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;"">Razier</span></span></span><br/><br/>Razier could only grin as he heard the voice from far off thanks to the enhanced senses gifted to his species. Did the fool really think the Dragon of the North would deign to face him on equal grounds, face to face. Razier was no idiot, he could smell the men in the forest even if he couldn't see them. The fools.<br/><br/>Whilst still out of range of the visual perception of a man, Razier shot up above the clouds and continued in the direction of the voice. Soon enough he was above the forest, and that was when he struck, from directly above the fools. He dove down, breaking through the clouds in a spiral dive, unleashing dragon fire on the forest below, setting many trees alight and igniting a forest fire. As the dragon pulled out of the dive, he beat his wings against the wind in one fearce blow that sent the flame against the flames causing the fire to jump from tree to tree. Razier rose high as the forest burned and turned to look upon Drogo.<br/><br/>The beast showed all his teeth as he looked down upon him. ""Heed my words, Breelander, this day I shall spare your town from fire. Only so that my hordes from Carn Icarus, marching with the armies of Lord Sauron, may conquer it another day. They shall burn your homes, devour your families, slaughter your children, slit the throats of your wives, and I shall dine on whatever is left."" He spread his wings and bellowed out. ""Did you truly think yourself powerful enough to kill a dragon!? You are no Warrior, merely a farmer that knows how to fight. And you shall survive longer if you remember it."" Razier awaited the response, remaining cautious and ready to fly away to avoid projectiles."
11665,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=200,2015-01-15T22:40:00,Nuridia,"Niellune walked with the group until she finally reached the House of Rivendell and narrowed her eyes. ""You mean we did all this just to go back to my Grandpa? Are you kidding me!?"" she shouted, she was surprised that they had gone through all of this and as she looked to her left she saw some newcomers that were in her grandfather's room and greeting him cheerfully. ""Hey Grandfather, looks like I'm back."" Niellune greeted Elrond sheepishly. She wondered how her uncles, Elladan and Elrohir were doing."
11666,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=200,2015-01-16T06:44:00,Osnil,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Decius <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323432&amp;p=23154350#p23154350"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Osnil <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323432&amp;p=23151001#p23151001"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Breelands, Drogo Proudmead</span><br/>It was sighted not long ago. A dragon heading towards Bree. Drogo hadn't believed the stories, until the woods caught aflame. This was it. Legends of days of old had spoken of dragons, but Drogo hadn't listened. And it was rumored that Bilbo Baggins had left on his journey with the sole purpose of fighting a dragon. He found a decent place, stood with his four rangers and yelled at the top of his lungs, ""Dragon, I am Message-bringer, Shield of Bree, Friend of the Forest. I am Wight-slayer Come and face us now. I challenge you today. You may burn and pillage our homes, slaughter our brothers, devour our sons, and rape our daughters and sisters, but we will not fear you or your orc friends! You may scorch us and devour us but we will not yield. Not while we have a breath and two legs to stand on!""<br/><br/>Men had hidden in the woods with ballistas ready to fire when the dragon approached. If all failed, Drogo had a black arrow. Afrren had given it to him after diving for it before the fall of Dale. He awaited the dragon's flame and showed no sign of fear.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;"">Razier</span></span></span><br/><br/> Razier could only grin as he heard the voice from far off thanks to the enhanced senses gifted to his species. Did the fool really think the Dragon of the North would deign to face him on equal grounds, face to face. Razier was no idiot, he could smell the men in the forest even if he couldn't see them. The fools. <br/><br/> Whilst still out of range of the visual perception of a man, Razier shot up above the clouds and continued in the direction of the voice. Soon enough he was above the forest, and that was when he struck, from directly above the fools. He dove down, breaking through the clouds in a spiral dive, unleashing dragon fire on the forest below, setting many trees alight and igniting a forest fire. As the dragon pulled out of the dive, he beat his wings against the wind in one fearce blow that sent the flame against the flames causing the fire to jump from tree to tree. Razier rose high as the forest burned and turned to look upon Drogo. <br/><br/> The beast showed all his teeth as he looked down upon him. ""Heed my words, Breelander, this day I shall spare your town from fire. Only so that my hordes from Carn Icarus, marching with the armies of Lord Sauron, may conquer it another day. They shall burn your homes, devour your families, slaughter your children, slit the throats of your wives, and I shall dine on whatever is left."" He spread his wings and bellowed out. ""Did you truly think yourself powerful enough to kill a dragon!? You are no Warrior, merely a farmer that knows how to fight. And you shall survive longer if you remember it."" Razier awaited the response, remaining cautious and ready to fly away to avoid projectiles.</div></blockquote><br/>""Dragons are fools. They are prideful and severly underestimate their opponents? Remember Smaug? He underestimated his enemy. Glarung, too understimated his. And they paid the ultimate price, death,"" Drogo replied, ""Thorin Oakenshield and his thirteen companions had no fear of Smaug! We have no fear of you. And we'll hold out longer that you think against your hordes. And you'll lose more orcs than you think in the taking of Bree and the Shire. But your mercy is appreciated, O great dragon. But does that go for Archet, Combe, and Staddle?"""
11667,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=200,2015-01-16T06:57:00,G-Tech Corporation,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Fornost, Northern Eriador</span><br/><br/>Maggog sat in his tent with his generals, evil men from the east, fell men of Rhudaur, and Orc-kin. The ancient ruins here had been occupied without a whisper of resistance, their ancient halls and broken towers now teeming with Orcs and the host from Gram that had come west to subdue the lands between Lake Evendim and the Misty Mountains, the walls of the Great Eye's dominion. Outriders had brought reports of two major centers of miitary force in the region: the Shire, said to be teeming with soldiers, for all the tiny soldiers they were, and Bree, a somewhat fortified town of men and halflings. The Shire would be a matter that required more lads, but the thousands he had with him combined with his brothers lads would be enough to lay siege to the Bree-land easily, by all the signs. Leaving some hundreds to begin building a supply post for his men, the Orc-host set off down the Greenway passing the ruined gates and empty eyes of the destroyed city, their outriders in readiness, Wargs snapping and searching for fresh meat on the wind.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Northern Weather Hills</span><br/><br/>Gog and his great host of Orcs from the Morannon hurried south under the rollicking storm conjured forth by the sorcery of the Witch-King, who flew in their van. The glittering lines of steel were dulled by gloom and rust, but through the hills they passed like shadows, driven on by the will of the fell rider that came with them upon his monstrous steed. They passed ancient towers crumbled into dust, through vale and glen and little stream, the broken hills watching sightlessly as harsh voices and torches wound in the night and daylit murk. Snow in gentle flakes filled the air, something the kin of the Morannon were beginning to get used to, but spring was coming. Soon snow would turn to rain, and the lumbering Mountain Trolls would feel right at home. A finger on the black hand, they hastened south in their thousands towards the immense east-west road that crossed all of the region, and the imposing strategic point of Weathertop. The Warg-scouts ranged far ahead and to either side, and a small amount had already reached the jagged citadel that thrust into the sky like a spear."
11668,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=200,2015-01-16T13:31:00,New Decius,"<blockquote><div><cite>Osnil <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323432&amp;p=23157459#p23157459"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Decius <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323432&amp;p=23154350#p23154350"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;"">Razier</span></span></span><br/><br/> Razier could only grin as he heard the voice from far off thanks to the enhanced senses gifted to his species. Did the fool really think the Dragon of the North would deign to face him on equal grounds, face to face. Razier was no idiot, he could smell the men in the forest even if he couldn't see them. The fools. <br/><br/> Whilst still out of range of the visual perception of a man, Razier shot up above the clouds and continued in the direction of the voice. Soon enough he was above the forest, and that was when he struck, from directly above the fools. He dove down, breaking through the clouds in a spiral dive, unleashing dragon fire on the forest below, setting many trees alight and igniting a forest fire. As the dragon pulled out of the dive, he beat his wings against the wind in one fearce blow that sent the flame against the flames causing the fire to jump from tree to tree. Razier rose high as the forest burned and turned to look upon Drogo. <br/><br/> The beast showed all his teeth as he looked down upon him. ""Heed my words, Breelander, this day I shall spare your town from fire. Only so that my hordes from Carn Icarus, marching with the armies of Lord Sauron, may conquer it another day. They shall burn your homes, devour your families, slaughter your children, slit the throats of your wives, and I shall dine on whatever is left."" He spread his wings and bellowed out. ""Did you truly think yourself powerful enough to kill a dragon!? You are no Warrior, merely a farmer that knows how to fight. And you shall survive longer if you remember it."" Razier awaited the response, remaining cautious and ready to fly away to avoid projectiles.</div></blockquote><br/>""Dragons are fools. They are prideful and severly underestimate their opponents? Remember Smaug? He underestimated his enemy. Glarung, too understimated his. And they paid the ultimate price, death,"" Drogo replied, ""Thorin Oakenshield and his thirteen companions had no fear of Smaug! We have no fear of you. And we'll hold out longer that you think against your hordes. And you'll lose more orcs than you think in the taking of Bree and the Shire. But your mercy is appreciated, O great dragon. But does that go for Archet, Combe, and Staddle?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;"">Razier</span></span></span><br/><br/>The dragon bellowed forth what could have been laughter as he soared high in the sky and flew back in the direction of Carn Icarus thinking of how he would gladly kill that Breelander some day soon. Razier knew that within another week or so, his armies would be fully armed and ready to march on Eriador, and he would ensure that one of the first targets of this host, would be Bree. The dragon would like to see if the Breelander would be able to make good on his promise that he would have the ability to hold out against the hosts of Carn Icarus. It would be an interesting challenge, though one that Razier highly doubted the so called 'Shield of Bree' would be able to defeat. When the gates of Carn Icarus opened, a host of thousands would march forth from it, armed to the teeth. Orc's, Goblins, Trolls, Wargs, Uruk's, Black Arnorians, and Machines of War. They would bring Sauron's wrath down upon these Breelander's and then the Halflings of the Shire, and Razier would bring dragon fire upon them. Then once those pests had been dealt with, Razier would turn his armies east and march on Imaldris, and it shall burn.<br/><br/>As the dragon was flying back towards Angmar, he passed by the old city of Fornost and smelled something in the air, something very familiar. Orc's. Wargs as well. This peaked Razier's curiosity enough to see where exactly these creatures were. And as he began to turn to follow the scent, he looked down to see the old city, appearing to be now playing host to a massive army. The dragon decided to declare his presence and find out what was going on, thus causing him to swoop down towards the outskirts of the city, in fact just outside the main gate. He landed with a loud shake as he looked around and then bellowed forth in his deep, echoing voice. ""I am Razier, Dragon of the North, Lord of Carn Icarus. I smell Orc's here. Show yourselves, I wish to speak with your leader."""
11669,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=200,2015-01-16T14:26:00,Gotengo,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Alarus</span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Trollshaws, on the path to Imaldris........</span><br/><br/>An Orc fell to the dirt path, dead, black blood spewing from its slit throat. One of more than a dozen Orc's that lay dead in the dirt, around a figure in the center. This figure was an Elf, wearing the armor and helm of those who had fought at the Last Alliance. In each hand he held a long Blade of Elvish design, but that glittered like that of Dwarvish Mithril. The Elf sheathed these blades and continued on his path towards Imaldris.<br/>Alarus had chosen his side, he would join up with his brethren and stand against Sauron alongside those who were bravely fighting him off. Until now he had been working alone, getting refugee's over the mountains to Imaldris and safety, however he now knew that he must join up with his kin to fight off this threat together. Or else they would all perish."
11670,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=200,2015-01-16T14:31:00,Osnil,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Decius <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323432&amp;p=23160815#p23160815"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Osnil <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323432&amp;p=23157459#p23157459"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Dragons are fools. They are prideful and severly underestimate their opponents? Remember Smaug? He underestimated his enemy. Glarung, too understimated his. And they paid the ultimate price, death,"" Drogo replied, ""Thorin Oakenshield and his thirteen companions had no fear of Smaug! We have no fear of you. And we'll hold out longer that you think against your hordes. And you'll lose more orcs than you think in the taking of Bree and the Shire. But your mercy is appreciated, O great dragon. But does that go for Archet, Combe, and Staddle?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;"">Razier</span></span></span><br/><br/> The dragon bellowed forth what could have been laughter as he soared high in the sky and flew back in the direction of Carn Icarus thinking of how he would gladly kill that Breelander some day soon. Razier knew that within another week or so, his armies would be fully armed and ready to march on Eriador, and he would ensure that one of the first targets of this host, would be Bree. The dragon would like to see if the Breelander would be able to make good on his promise that he would have the ability to hold out against the hosts of Carn Icarus. It would be an interesting challenge, though one that Razier highly doubted the so called 'Shield of Bree' would be able to defeat. When the gates of Carn Icarus opened, a host of thousands would march forth from it, armed to the teeth. Orc's, Goblins, Trolls, Wargs, Uruk's, Black Arnorians, and Machines of War. They would bring Sauron's wrath down upon these Breelander's and then the Halflings of the Shire, and Razier would bring dragon fire upon them. Then once those pests had been dealt with, Razier would turn his armies east and march on Imaldris, and it shall burn.<br/><br/> As the dragon was flying back towards Angmar, he passed by the old city of Fornost and smelled something in the air, something very familiar. Orc's. Wargs as well. This peaked Razier's curiosity enough to see where exactly these creatures were. And as he began to turn to follow the scent, he looked down to see the old city, appearing to be now playing host to a massive army. The dragon decided to declare his presence and find out what was going on, thus causing him to swoop down towards the outskirts of the city, in fact just outside the main gate. He landed with a loud shake as he looked around and then bellowed forth in his deep, echoing voice. ""I am Razier, Dragon of the North, Lord of Carn Icarus. I smell Orc's here. Show yourselves, I wish to speak with your leader.""</div></blockquote><br/>Drogo watched as the dragon sailed away, and then began assisting with the fire. The very next day, everyone was gathered together, and he said, ""Men, we have not long before Bree is assaulted by the orcs. I would be ready. Watchmen will be at every gate with a horn that will sound. When the orcs come, they will find us harder to defeat than they think. We will stand as long as we can and hold off our enemies."""
11671,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=200,2015-01-16T16:30:00,The Starlight,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Imladris<br/>Lore Room<br/>Lord Elrond</span><br/><br/>Lord Elrond Halfelven looked up at the troupe marching to him. ""Ah, so this is who you have chosen, Frodo. We shall call you, the Fellowship of the Ring. May the Valar guide you on your journey, for all of our sakes. You all represent the Free Peoples of the Middle-Earth. I would counsel you to listen to Gandalf, for he is much more powerful than he seems, a Istari is no mere conjurer of tricks. Representing the dwarves, Korin, I wish you well, and that the kingdoms of the dwarves be restored. Niellune shall be for the elves, Afrren for the Dunedain, Boromir for Gondor, and finally, our brave hobbits. I would offer you heirlooms, that will guide you. I know that you received Numenorean blades from Aragorn, and they have been kept here."" Elrond handed each hobbit their blade, besides Frodo, who had Sting. To all of you, I pass on a gift from the Lady of Lorien, elf-cloaks, and lembas bread. And for you, Niellune, one of the possessions of your house, the Elfstone. Keep it hidden in battle, and if all fails, cast it away, or else you may find yourself in great danger.""<br/><br/>""Go quickly, for the Free Folk have not much time. Cast the Ring into the fiery chasms of Mordor, destroy evil forever. But if you do come back, know that this world will not be the same. We elves have lingered here far too long, and the sea, calls us home. Our power is diminished, and it will nearly be extinguished by the destruction of the Ring, but that is a chance we are willing to take. The Age of Men approaches. Go now, the elves of Imladris and Lorien, the peaceful hobbits and the brave Men of Bree will attempt to buy enough time for you as possible. This may very well shall be the last you shall see of Elrond Halfelven, but do not weep, Niellune, fierce shall be my final battle, should it come, and this loremaster has not forgotten the art of the sword. But perhaps my final battle shall be Dagor Dagorath, that Last Battle.""<br/><br/>""Farewell, and may the blessing of elves, men, dwarves, eagles and all Free Folk go with you. May the stars shine upon your faces, but not too brightly, lest you be revealed."" Elrond finished.<br/><br/>Guiding Niellune into a private small room, the graceful elf lord surprised the daughter of Aragorn with a tight hug. ""Goodbye, sweet Niellune. I have always attempted to keep care of you while your father and mother were gone, but I was no substitute, I fear. Still, I shall miss you dearly. But have hope, dear one, my heart tells me that the tale of Aragorn son of Arathorn and Arwen Evenstar is not completed. You shall see them again.""<br/><br/>To Radagast and the Rangers, he said, ""This indeed is Radagast the Brown, Duillin. You are right to be suspicious, for such times are these, but Radagast has always been friend and ally to the Free Folk. How are you, Radagast?"" Elrond asked."
11672,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=200,2015-01-16T18:28:00,G-Tech Corporation,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Fornost, Northern Eriador</span><br/><br/>The mighty beast landed with a rush of hot wind, causing some of the Orcs marching south along the old road to look askance at it and cower away. Harsh barks from their commanders got lines moving again, and a few runners made off to inform the leader of these Orcs that a great dragon had come to the ruined city of Fornost. As mountain trolls lugged siege weapons south along the cobblestone-paved Greenway, a leathery-skinned bat creature winged its way down from the sky, giving voice to a shrill cry at its master's urging. Not as large as the immense dragon was it by any stretch of the imagination, but its riders was all but invisible to the eye, a black cloak and dark steel armor sitting in a pile atop the beast's saddle. Through the air a thin voice like that of one long dead hissed, the tones of the once-living appreciatory.<br/><br/>""Razier. So you have come south at last, about time. The sack of Eriador and the end of the Free Peoples is at hand. I have word that your legions are marching south and west; is this so?""<br/><br/>On the road the lines of Orcs were bearing torches under the rollicking storm clouds, their numbers impossible to count, streaming out of the ruined city in their hundreds and thousands. Wains followed them stocked with many supplies and timber, and patrols of Wargs trotted hither and thither, appraising the condition of the column."
11673,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=200,2015-01-16T19:12:00,Shaggai,"A gibbous moon shone weirdly over the dwarvish camp in the Grey Mountains. The sounds of steel and fang echoed within, accompanied by the screams of the wounded. Gonurl clacked encouragement at his soldiers as they assaulted the walls, climbing and leaping over to attack the dwarves beyond. He knew that soon the entire camp would be roused, and he would prefer to have secured a position within the fortifications before that happened. Just in case, though, he held back several of his elite soldiers. If all else failed, they could attack in another position.<br/>The defending dwarves had begun to form up on the walls. Gonurl disapproved. He released a hissing cry and leaped forwards into battle. His clawed limbs found purchase in the gaps between stones as he hauled his bulk up the stout dwarven walls. At the top, a dwarf slashed at him with a battleaxe; he grabbed the creature with one of his limbs and threw it back into his army, where it was torn apart within seconds. He forced his way through the gap in the wall, taking a few glancing blows along his armored sides, and began to attack the dwarves from the side. More spiders poured into the open space he had made, biting and hacking."
11674,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=200,2015-01-16T20:25:00,New Decius,"<blockquote><div><cite>G-Tech Corporation <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323432&amp;p=23163722#p23163722"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Fornost, Northern Eriador</span><br/><br/>The mighty beast landed with a rush of hot wind, causing some of the Orcs marching south along the old road to look askance at it and cower away. Harsh barks from their commanders got lines moving again, and a few runners made off to inform the leader of these Orcs that a great dragon had come to the ruined city of Fornost. As mountain trolls lugged siege weapons south along the cobblestone-paved Greenway, a leathery-skinned bat creature winged its way down from the sky, giving voice to a shrill cry at its master's urging. Not as large as the immense dragon was it by any stretch of the imagination, but its riders was all but invisible to the eye, a black cloak and dark steel armor sitting in a pile atop the beast's saddle. Through the air a thin voice like that of one long dead hissed, the tones of the once-living appreciatory. <br/><br/>""Razier. So you have come south at last, about time. The sack of Eriador and the end of the Free Peoples is at hand. I have word that your legions are marching south and west; is this so?""<br/><br/>On the road the lines of Orcs were bearing torches under the rollicking storm clouds, their numbers impossible to count, streaming out of the ruined city in their hundreds and thousands. Wains followed them stocked with many supplies and timber, and patrols of Wargs trotted hither and thither, appraising the condition of the column.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;"">Razier</span></span></span><br/><br/>The dragon watched the host of Orc's marching along the road for a moment before turning back to the lesser Nazgul. He stretched his wings a bit first so they would not freeze up in the snow and then addressed the Black Rider. ""The Legions of Carn Icarus have not yet set forth. There are still some minor preparations yet to be made, but they could be ready to march forth within the day."" He then narrowed his eyes. ""However, when Bree and the Shire are taken, their wealth, gold and jewels, belongs to me at that point."" Then Razier turned and observed the Orc's again, taking in every detail of them. Observing where they were excellent, and where they might use improvement. ""This Army seems well prepared to sack Eriador. But, even I doubt it will be capable of taking Imaldris. For that you would need a host at least three times as strong."" The dragon beat his wings, sending some of the snow into the air as he rose up off the ground.<br/><br/>""I shall fly to Carn Icarus and within several hours my army shall be marching for Bree. I trust I shall meet you there."" Without giving the Nazgul time to respond, the dragon swept up into the sky and darted off in the direction of Carn Icarus, to prepare his army to march. This was it. After more than twenty years, finally the hosts of Carn Icarus shall march forth against Eriador, and slaughter the Free People's of the North. This thought only made Razier fly faster as he neared Carn Icarus. He was in viewing range of the fortress now. And as he neared it, he released a mighty roar that echoed throughout the mountains. This was the signal, the signal they had been waiting over twenty years for. The Signal to march. A host of giant bats soared skyward from the fortress as storm clouds gathered, horns were blown as even from this distance, Razier could see the Main Gates opening and a formation marching out onto the Causeway.<br/><br/>First to march out of the Gates were the Black Arnorians, all 500. Separated into Regiments of 100 Men each. First at the head of each Regiment was a Banner Bearer carrying a flag bearing a dragon's head, along with an Officer. Each man in the Regiments had a sword sheathed at their belts and a shield in hand. The bottom of the shield was similar to that of the shields carried by the Uruk-Hai Soldiers of Isengard, with two sharp points capable of digging the shield into the ground. The reason for this was because each man also had a longbow and a quiver slung across his back, with twenty arrows in the quiver. They wore the armor of old Arnor, only completely black and the wings upon the helm had been replaced with horns. They marched in perfect unison, the sound of their marching feet echoing throughout the mountains. What a sight they made, and what a sight they would make besieging Bree and the Shire.<br/><br/>Following the Black Arnorians was the host of Orc's and Goblins. It was a mix as they marched down, armored and armed with a variety of weapons. Thousands of them on the march down the causeway towards the ground below. They carried Spears, Swords, Hammers, Axes, Daggers, Scimitars, and all other manner of weapons. There were even 500 Orc's and 1,000 Goblins acting as Archers, carrying bows and arrows. It was a great host indeed. Riding amongst them were the fifty Warg Rider's in Razier's Army and marching up behind the Orc's were Twenty Armored Trolls holding the ropes that pulled along the Siege Equipment, including 15 Catapults and 5 Ballistae. What an army. The force of 150 Uruk's were staying behind to guard Carn Icarus and continue the process of running the Orc Pits to keep the construction of the Army going.<br/><br/>Razier flew down as the force assembled on the plains before the mountain and bellowed forth, his voice echoing in a great wave over the land. ""Army of Carn Icarus, we march for Bree. It shall burn and the Breelander's shall be slaughtered! Forward!"" And with that they began their march. At current speed they should reach Bree within three to four days."
11675,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=200,2015-01-17T11:04:00,Dain II Ironfoot,"<span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Rivendell, day 11</span></span><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""I'm honestly glad to see your face, these dark times have not shown much good for me. I lost my forest, my friends and all that i loved.""</span>Radagast said to Elrond while he got somewhat emotional. Radagast then looked at the Duilin,<span style=""font-style: italic"">""I hope we're good now as i must return to the Beornings. We planned on setting out back to the east to see what was left of everything and what could be done to repair the damage there.""</span><br/>Duilin nodded,<span style=""font-style: italic"">""I'm sure there is a way, and since you're a friend of Elrond we will aid you in this as much as we can.""</span><br/>Duilin then turned to Elrond,<span style=""font-style: italic"">""My thanks, if you're ever in dire need of help, send this bird out.""</span>he said as he placed down a cage with a small bird in it.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""I hope to see you again during better times""</span>he then added before walking out of the room.<br/>Radagast was still overwhelmed by all that had happend and looked up to Elrond,<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Is there any hope left for this world?""</span><br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Border of the Forest, Trollshaws, day 11</span></span><br/>During the night a Beorning by the name of Grimhere and two rangers by the names of Ingar and Storr where patrolling the edge of the forest. Outside of these forests Orcs where gathering according to the rangers. It was a concerning matter for the Beornings aswell as they thought this place would grant them some rest.<br/>As they walked along the edge of the forest they noticed some light in the distance,<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Torches?""</span>Ingar asked,<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Orcs!""</span>Storr replied. Inmediatly Grimhere changed his form to a large brown bear and let out a loud roar that could be heard across the forest.<br/>Back at the encampment only Grimbeorn heard the roar as he was the only one that was still awake. He changed his form into a massive black bear and ran towards the place where the roar came from. Upon arrival he noticed Grimhere and the two walked ahead, followed by the two rangers.<br/>Once they came close they noticed a small band of Orcs, some 15 it where after a quick count by Ingar.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Alright, lets make this an easy one. Me and Ingar move in and attack them from the North, once they turn towards our direction, you two attack from the west. All good with that?""</span>Storr asked. The two bears nodded and so the group got into position.<br/>Within a closer view they quickly noticed that the Orcs where cutting wood. This probably meant that a camp of them wasn't far away, or very close to say at least.<br/>Ingar and Storr sneaked in closer so they had a clear view. The two aimed their weapons and the two Orcs with the bows as they where the most dangerous towards the Beornings. They aimed and as soon as both had a clear shot they let go of the arrows. Two simular screams where heard as the two Orcs fell down to the ground. The other Orcs quickly turned to the noise in the bushes that was made by Storr to lure the Orcs.<br/>The moment that the Orcs all turned towards the direction of the rangers Two bears stormed out of the forest. Grimhere flew upon two of the Orcs, biting ones head off whil pushing the other to death with his feet. Grimbeorn on the other hand pushed two Orcs over and got on two feet, slashing another two to death with his claws while the first two got crushed under the weight of the back feet. In the end it was a fight that did not even lasted a minute.<br/>As the Orcs where killed The two rangers and two Beornings threw them upon eachother and set them alight. They tried to make a point with that, even hoping that the Orcs that would find them would gather reinforcements and head into the forest.<br/>Upon returning to the encampment Grimbeorn woke the other Beornings while Inga shook the rangers awake. It was time to continue the battle once more."
11676,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=200,2015-01-17T11:26:00,The Starlight,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dain II Ironfoot <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323432&amp;p=23169533#p23169533"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Rivendell, day 11</span></span><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""I'm honestly glad to see your face, these dark times have not shown much good for me. I lost my forest, my friends and all that i loved.""</span> Radagast said to Elrond while he got somewhat emotional. Radagast then looked at the Duilin, <span style=""font-style: italic"">""I hope we're good now as i must return to the Beornings. We planned on setting out back to the east to see what was left of everything and what could be done to repair the damage there.""</span><br/>Duilin nodded, <span style=""font-style: italic"">""I'm sure there is a way, and since you're a friend of Elrond we will aid you in this as much as we can.""</span><br/>Duilin then turned to Elrond, <span style=""font-style: italic"">""My thanks, if you're ever in dire need of help, send this bird out.""</span> he said as he placed down a cage with a small bird in it. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""I hope to see you again during better times""</span> he then added before walking out of the room.<br/>Radagast was still overwhelmed by all that had happend and looked up to Elrond, <span style=""font-style: italic"">""Is there any hope left for this world?""</span><br/><br/></div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Farewell then, my friends. And Radagast, ""There is<span style=""font-style: italic"">always</span>hope. Perhaps I shall sail over the sea and petition the Valar, like my father Earendil did. But that must be when all is lost, for only then to I think that they would intercede on our behalf once more."""
11677,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=200,2015-01-17T11:44:00,Nuridia,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Starlight <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323432&amp;p=23162606#p23162606"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Imladris<br/>Lore Room<br/>Lord Elrond</span><br/><br/>Lord Elrond Halfelven looked up at the troupe marching to him. ""Ah, so this is who you have chosen, Frodo. We shall call you, the Fellowship of the Ring. May the Valar guide you on your journey, for all of our sakes. You all represent the Free Peoples of the Middle-Earth. I would counsel you to listen to Gandalf, for he is much more powerful than he seems, a Istari is no mere conjurer of tricks. Representing the dwarves, Korin, I wish you well, and that the kingdoms of the dwarves be restored. Niellune shall be for the elves, Afrren for the Dunedain, Boromir for Gondor, and finally, our brave hobbits. I would offer you heirlooms, that will guide you. I know that you received Numenorean blades from Aragorn, and they have been kept here."" Elrond handed each hobbit their blade, besides Frodo, who had Sting. To all of you, I pass on a gift from the Lady of Lorien, elf-cloaks, and lembas bread. And for you, Niellune, one of the possessions of your house, the Elfstone. Keep it hidden in battle, and if all fails, cast it away, or else you may find yourself in great danger.""<br/><br/>""Go quickly, for the Free Folk have not much time. Cast the Ring into the fiery chasms of Mordor, destroy evil forever. But if you do come back, know that this world will not be the same. We elves have lingered here far too long, and the sea, calls us home. Our power is diminished, and it will nearly be extinguished by the destruction of the Ring, but that is a chance we are willing to take. The Age of Men approaches. Go now, the elves of Imladris and Lorien, the peaceful hobbits and the brave Men of Bree will attempt to buy enough time for you as possible. This may very well shall be the last you shall see of Elrond Halfelven, but do not weep, Niellune, fierce shall be my final battle, should it come, and this loremaster has not forgotten the art of the sword. But perhaps my final battle shall be Dagor Dagorath, that Last Battle.""<br/><br/>""Farewell, and may the blessing of elves, men, dwarves, eagles and all Free Folk go with you. May the stars shine upon your faces, but not too brightly, lest you be revealed."" Elrond finished.<br/><br/>Guiding Niellune into a private small room, the graceful elf lord surprised the daughter of Aragorn with a tight hug. ""Goodbye, sweet Niellune. I have always attempted to keep care of you while your father and mother were gone, but I was no substitute, I fear. Still, I shall miss you dearly. But have hope, dear one, my heart tells me that the tale of Aragorn son of Arathorn and Arwen Evenstar is not completed. You shall see them again.""<br/><br/>To Radagast and the Rangers, he said, ""This indeed is Radagast the Brown, Duillin. You are right to be suspicious, for such times are these, but Radagast has always been friend and ally to the Free Folk. How are you, Radagast?"" Elrond asked.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Weep? Why would I weep, is there something to weep about?"" Niellune asked, not knowing what her grandfather was talking about until he guided her into a private room and suddenly it started to sink in. She already lost her parents and her brother, she couldn't lose her grandfather too! Niellune was surprised when Elrond hugged her but returned his hug, biting her lip to keep from crying. ""Must you go? I mean there are others who can defend the land, you shouldn't have to fight!"" Niellune, called the Blue Bee by her friends and family from the Westron translation of her name, protested but then she realized that she wasn't helping and took Elrond's hands. ""May Eru keep you safe, and the Valar protect you."" Her eyes were stining with unshed tears and so she bowed and left the room to find a private place to cry."
11678,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=200,2015-01-17T17:46:00,Ancian,"After eating he had joined the group to see Elrond. He had nodded towards the elf lord when mentioned. Now, he stood thinking. He felt slightly bad about not being with the rest of his kin in their new makeshift home. He had no idea who was king, for Dain Ironfoot was dead. He thought about where his people were, some, like him and Dwalin he assumed where on their own, doing what they could. Unable to regroup. He also had heard others were helping the elves. But all the same, he felt bad about not being with them. But he knew, without this mission, they would all die and Erebor would never be restored. He shifted his armor to a more comfortable position waiting to go."
11679,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=200,2015-01-17T19:26:00,New Decius,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;"">Razier</span></span></span><br/><br/>The mighty Dragon flew ahead of his marching troops and onwards towards Bree, this time he would go all the way to the town and burn it to the ground whilst his army marched onwards to finish the job. Just a quick sprits of flames to set the town alight and then it was flying back to regroup with the army. However first he would torch the so called 'Shield of Bree' though unlike Smaug, Razier wasn't going to venture on what his real name was as hard.<br/><br/>It did not take long, flying above the clouds, to reach Bree itself. Razier knew at this height they could not see him and he would not emit even the faintest hint of a roar so as to maintain the element of surprise. He smirked and then dived down through the clouds, preparing to open fire on the town as he doubted anybody had seen him yet. He was diving down upon the main gate and then he unleashed his dragon fire and then cut off and soared up the street before shooting back up into the clouds. He bellowed out for all to hear. First he would find out who this Shield of Bree was. ""People of Bree! I am Razier, Dragon of the North! Bring me the one who calls himself the Shield of Bree and you will not face dragon fire any further! When he is brought forward I shall leave you in peace! Until then, all who shelter him shall burn!"""
11680,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=200,2015-01-18T08:10:00,SaintB,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Rómestámo<br/>Núrn region of Mordor</span><br/><br/>After escaping the prison he had been entombed in the wizard Pallando rested for only but a moment before he slipped away weaving magics to disway the beasts that populated the fertile valleys and hills of Núrn from approaching or pursuing him. In his weakened condition his wizardry would not be enough to disguise his presence from the more intelligent denizens of Mordor like the orcs and trolls but their senses were duller in the day while they oversaw the meriad of slaves that worked the fields that provided food to power the enemy's legions (and the slaves were not inclined to give the wizard's presence away) and the wizard was able to sneak some food and travel at these times, while at night he hid away in caves or among the many ruins that dotted the lands.<br/><br/>Pallando had much he needed to ponder, how long had he been entombed behind the obsidian block? The enemy had grown in power exponentially before his escape, he had thought that the sarcophagus he had been locked into was created long before he was imprisoned and intended for one of greater status than he but perhaps it had been a prison made just for him and the warden who built it had turned his attention to somewhere else and had forgotten about the istar, the thought of that made him shudder. How could the enemy had grown to such massive power? When the wizard last wandered these lands they were wild and largely untamed and now in the lowlands they were tilled and worked day in and day out to provide crops for Sauron's army.<br/><br/>Rómestámo needed to find a way to escape Mordor quickly and find out what was happening, then if he could, he would return to the East to help as many of the victims of Sauron as he could."
11681,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=225,2015-01-18T13:56:00,Krugmar,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Hîr-Burôdasînkal</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Grey Havens</span><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""The Last Haven Falls""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.icap.me/1091421610403e046.png""/></div></div></div><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Forces and Casualties""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-size: 130%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bellakaran Forces and casualties</span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ships</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Before battle:</span><br/>1 Flagship - <span style=""font-style: italic"">Pharazbalak</span><br/>19 Carracks<br/>11 Caravels<br/>1 Flagship (Corsair Galley) - the <span style=""font-style: italic"">Doomtide</span><br/>30 Corsair Galleys<br/>2 Elven War Galleys<br/>5 Elven Caravels<br/>7 Elven Merchant Galleys<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">After battle</span><br/>1 Flagship - <span style=""font-style: italic"">Pharazbalak</span><br/>19 Carracks<br/>11 Caravels<br/>1 Flagship (Corsair Galley) - the <span style=""font-style: italic"">Doomtide</span><br/>30 Corsair Galleys<br/>2 Elven War Galleys<br/>5 Elven Caravels<br/>7 Elven Merchant Galleys<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Soldiers</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Before battle:</span><br/>1 Numenorean Hero - Hîr-Burôdasînkal<br/>10 Old Guard<br/>267 Numenoreans<br/>43 Haradrim (serving on the Carracks).<br/>1 Corsair Hero - Ledoc<br/>554 Bellakaran Corsairs<br/>51 Elven Villagers (Taken as Slaves)<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">After battle</span><br/>1 Numenorean Hero - Hîr-Burôdasînkal<br/>10 Old Guard<br/>137 Numenoreans<br/>43 Haradrim (serving on the Carracks).<br/>1 Corsair Hero - Ledoc<br/>226 Bellakaran Corsairs<br/>51 Elven Villagers (Taken as Slaves)<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 130%; line-height: 116%;"">Elven forces and casualties</span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ships</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Before the battle:</span><br/>-none-<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">After the battle:</span><br/>-none<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Soldiers</span><br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Before the battle:</span><br/>378 Mithlond Sentries<br/>512 Elven Militia<br/>2245 Elven Villagers<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">After the battle</span><br/>118 Mithlond Sentries<br/>223 Elven Militia<br/>345 Elven Villagers - Trapped in Western part of the city<br/>1235 Elven Villagers -FLED</div></div></div></div><hr/><br/><br/>Hîr-Burôdasînkal watched as the elven city was pummeled into oblivion, it's great grey buildings crashing down upon its poor villagers and valiant defenders. He was satisfied with the speed at which his forces were breaking the city, the elves resistance would likely be fierce yet he had no doubt that this forces would overcome them. Even now he could see that many of the townspeople fleeing the burning haven, likely to try to make for Rivendell. It was futile, all would fall before the combined powers of Mordor and Bellakar. He watched as the great lighthouse which had directed so many ships came crashing down, it had taken too many hits and its walls simply buckled. It came crashing down into the city, the elves perfect architecture proving to be a weapon against them in the end.<br/><br/>Burôdasînkal turned to one of his Old guard and said ""Give them the signal, kill all in your path"" before turning back and watching the chaos the lighthouse crash caused. He heard a horn sound out across the harbour and watched as the corsair's eagerly jumped into rowing boats and began pushing themselves towards the hardest hit areas of the city. The sound of battle could be heard as the militias and the few sentries remaining fought for every last bit of ground. Burôdasînkal may have hated the elves, but he respected their courage and bravery in the face of annihilation. Though, perhaps their immortality made them carefree about giving away their lives, having lived for so long.<br/><br/>Burôdasînkal raised his armoured fist, signifying that it was time for the Numenorean vessels to land. They would not be heading for the ruined city sections, instead they would attack the fortified manor that once housed Cirdan the Shipwright. Had he remained here, perhaps Burôdasînkal would have thought twice about attacking, for an old elf was a powerful elf indeed. The manor house was located at the centre of the port, with docks capable of holding several ships. A large portion of the sentries and a bit of the militia had holed up inside and fortified it upon hearing of the coming corsairs. It had suffered quite a few hits, but had held strong. If they were able to take the manor, then the rest of the havens would surely fall.<br/><br/>The<span style=""font-style: italic"">Pharazbalak</span>was one of the first Numenorean ships to arrive, firing a last few ballistae shots and hurling another rock into the manor. Once again they did little damage, though the rock managed to smash through the roof and bring some of it down on to some unlucky elves. It was the door they needed smashed open, though they had other ways. Burôdasînkal leaped off of the ship, followed quickly by his old guard and quite a few of his Black Numenoreans. He began striding towards the door, a silent giant among his loyal followers. Several arrows flew past them, a few hitting their mark and taking down some of the Black Numenoreans, though Burôdasînkal carried on showing no signs of fear. Fear would serve no purpose in a battle such as this, he needed only anger to gain the victory he so desired.<br/><br/>The<span style=""font-style: italic"">Pharazbalak</span>'s catapult fired one of its last boulders into the door that blocked him and his forces from entering the manor. The door had suffered several hits already and was sufficiently weakened, it burst open as the rock smashed into it and ripped through several of the defenders holding it shut. Burôdasînkal was the first into the breach, swinging his great sword around and slicing down one of the wounded elven militia members. They may have been elves, but they were ill-suited for this kind of combat, for they were simple townspeople given a sword and a bit of armour and told to kill. His Black Numenoreans were trained soldiers, armoured to the teeth and filled with hatred for their foes. They may have been weaker and less agile, but their training certainly made up for it.<br/><br/>The elves surged forward, some shouting battle cries while others begged for the Valar to save them. The Black Numenoreans moved forward in a line, brandishing their swords and keeping eerily silent. The two waves smashed into each other, the sound of swords clashing became the only thing that Burôdasînkal could hear. He plunged his sword into one of the sentries, taking pleasure from the elf's dying screams as he wrenched it out. To say that he wasn't enjoying this was a lie, he truly lived for combat and would mourn the day when the world was covered in darkness for there would be no light to snuff out. Around him his Numenoreans were staying strong, their losses contained due to their superior formation and morale. Crimson flew everywhere as the elves were being cut down and their line was slowly pushed back, the few sentries among them could not hope to rally their kin.<br/><br/>Yet the elves had persistence, none in the manor fled despite the overwhelming odds stacked against them. They held their line and kept on fighting, even when their kin fell around them. The left flank of the elves line broke however, with the Black Numenoreans surging into the gaps and cutting down the unprepared elves to their right. Soon the battle sped up as the elves were pushed further and further left as they became surrounded by the Black Numenoreans. The massacre truly began as their morale finally broke, some fell to the floor and wept while others went mad with rage. Soon they were all vanquished, spread across the floor where they had fallen with crimsons pools merging between them. Burôdasînkal made his way through the sea of the dead, striding towards the broken door.<br/><br/>Outside he could hear the last screams and clashing of the elves, their manor had fallen and soon the rest of the city would too. He had lost a lot of men taking the havens, yet he did not doubt that he would be rewarded by Mairon. A Black Numenorean approached him, ""My lord, Ledoc sends word that the eastern portion of the city is firmly under our control. He is sending the rest of his corsairs to the westernmost portion and asks you to send us with him"" he said, bowing quickly after he relayed the message.<br/><br/>Burôdasînkal turned to the man and saw that he was covered in elven blood, this man deserved his attention. ""Send them all, show no mercy"" he said to the Black Numenorean who laughed savagely as he ran off to rally the others. Burôdasînkal made his way towards the docks outside of the manor and observed his surroundings, most of the fires had died down and the city was left in complete ruins. He could hear fighting only from the west, the east had gone completely silent. He plunged his sword down into an elven corpse below him and smiled, though none around him could see it under his dread mask. This smile was gone by the time The Traitor arrived, the worm's arrival was always bad news.<br/><br/>""I see that all is well, my lord Burôdasînkal. My master will be most pleased"" screeched the Traitor, a faint wispy smile appearing in the darkness of his hood. Burôdasînkal remained silent for several minutes, watching as the Traitor awkwardly twitched and began to become angry from the confusion. ""Well, will you not answer me?"" asked the Traitor in a horribly high pitched voice. The Old Guard began looking at each other and laughing, their usual silence broken.<br/><br/>""It was not a statement that needed answering, little rat"" said Burôdasînkal, walking towards the Traitor and making him awkwardly shift backwards. ""But go on, tell your master Mairon that the Grey Havens are his. Tell him that many elves suffered this day, and that more will suffer in the days to follow"" he continued, his face almost touching the traitors. He then pulled back, walking towards the members of his Old Guard, leaving the Traitor practically on the floor. Burôdasînkal was too proud of his men and the victory that they had won to let the traitor spoil it. They would now head for the western part of the city and clear out the remaining elven infestation."
11682,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=225,2015-01-18T15:04:00,Liecthenbourg,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Starlight <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323432&amp;p=23127262#p23127262"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Liecthenbourg <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323432&amp;p=23112173#p23112173"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ost-in-Edhil</span><br/>Mauhar snorted angrily, stamping his boots against the ground in frustration. ""Fire, again. Again. Again!"" He barked loudly, waving his cleaver into the air as several trolls manning their trebuchets shrugged in boredom, merely loading up their dreaded siege weapons. Several of the trolls laboured over from the munitions station, bringing forth large spherical objects with varying lengths of rope and sinew propping out of the ""tops"". The trebuchets fired once more, firing off the last remaining rocks they had each loaded and soon the trolls barked and roared monstrously, placing the objects in the slings with their great strength. Ropes were pulled, pulleys rolled and weights were heaved before the trebuchets fired off again, their dreaded ammunition flying towards the wall. Some exploded prematurely, exploding over the Morannon Ranks by the walls, others exploded in mid air and little aspects of shrapnel descended downwards, some even hit the walls and bounced off either inwardly our externally, unfortunately for any on either side. A good fraction however, had managed to impact as they hit the walls, causing both forces of Evil and the Forces of Good to shake and shudder, injured and impaled and killed as the dreaded explosives went off. The rammers continued beating their battering ram against the wall, and the forces upon the wall continued their fights.<br/></div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ost-in-Edhil</span><br/>Elladan managed to balance himself as the wall shook. The debris flew everywhere, and he was just lucky enough to duck before some shrapnel impaled the ground just behind him. As the catapults continued to pellet the walls, Elladan shook his head. The elves had fought valiantly, battling for every inch, but the wall would soon fall, and they would be overridden.He yelled to his brother Elrohir, who followed his instructions. Then, blowing his horn 2 times, he began to hack his way through the enemy, creating a path for those who followed him. <br/><br/>Meanwhile, Elrohir had listened to what Elladan had shouted, commanding some elves to bring soft mattresses. As Elladan, on the wall, shouted to the elves on the wall to jump, the elves, completely trusting in the sons of Elrond, jumped off, landing on the mattresses and taking rank in the Elrohir's battle formation. Elladan fought his way through, skillfully dispatching all the orcs in his way and leaped off the wall, those following him doing the same. Just as every elf heard the command, and most began to jump, another stone hit the wall, successfully knocking down a portion to the right of the gate. Some of the more agile elves were able to jump rock to rock, landing on the ground with little but scratches, but others, including the orcs, were not so lucky. Elladan moved his remaining forces into a shieldwall and quickly plugged the gap. They would remain fighting there as soon as possible. The inhabitants of the elven city had already been warned to pack their things, and even now, they stayed in secret tunnels leading into the countryside and near another exit.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ost-in-Edhil</span><br/>The walls tumbled down, pieces of debris raising dust and rock fragments high and many orcs and uruks had fallen to their doom as the wall crumbled and others were crushed from the fallen pieces of carved stone. From behind the lines, Mauhur held his armoured fist up high, banners of the Eye fluttering behind it as he did so. The command was simple and echoed throughout the camp - the trebuchets halted their firing, having smashed part of the wall open. Easterling, Orc and Uruk on what remained of the wall began to descent downwards, on staircases or merely by climbing down. But that was not the horror that struck Ost-in-Edhil. Great trumpets rung from beyond the breach, vast sounds of trampling and metal rustling in movements growing louder, and forth charged the Morannon hoard. Their halberds, swords, shields, hammers and maces were raised high into their air before they began to engage the Elven Defenders in the city level. Back at his tent, Mauhur had ordered his cavalry to continue their appointed tasks to prevent them being ambushed by a relief army. He also had one final nail in the coffin for the Elves. Twenty of his Olog-Hai, clad in their finest armour and strongest weapons marched towards the breach. The goal of total destruction on their minds."
11683,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=225,2015-01-18T16:43:00,Dain II Ironfoot,"<span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Rivendell, day 11</span></span><br/>Radagast smiled at Elrond before leaving aswell. A small piece of hope was all Radagast had left at this point, though it would soon change him forever.<br/>He was given the task to look after the wildlife on this earth, a task not easy to complete and it was hard to keep up with it during this war. On the road back to the encampment Radagast looked at the sky, a clear blue sky it was. One would almost forget that darkness was this close to him. As he looked on he noticed a little dot in the air and as it got closer it appeared to be one of Radagasts old friends. A small bird that used to live with him in Mirkwood.<br/>The bird landed on Radagasts shoulder and started to talk to Radagast in its own language. These works where of a serious matter, not one that should be taken lightly. The events of which the bird told could not be condemned in the languages of Men, Elves or Dwarves. The bird spoke of a genocide against the animals and plants living and growing in Mirkwood. It spoke of nothing good, just darkness.<br/>It took almost a whole day for the bird to tell the whole story, even while it wasn't in detail. It now became clear that most of Radagasts old friends had died and that others had fled to remote areas that weren't touched by the Darkness. For Radagast, this was a wake up call. Apperantly he could not avoid this war and so there was only one option left, actively fighting in it. For Radagast this was new and he wasn't sure wether it was a good idea, but there wasn't much of a chance to it.<br/>He discussed it with Duilin who encouraged Radagasts participation in the war, he stated that Radagast had some very strong skills that could prove very usefull. Radagast figured that with the Rangers and the Beornings they might be able to save some of the wildlife as it was there best friend.<br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Encampment, Trollshaws, day 14</span></span><br/>Upon returning Radagast sat down, there was alot to talk about, but first Grimbeorn wanted to speak. He had also a story to tell which Radagast and Duilin did not know.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Three days ago Grimhere, Inga and Storr where patrolling when they spotted Orcs cutting wood from the forest. We've managed to kill all of them but we're afraid they aren't far away from us. Almsot every night since them we see lights and they increase almost every night aswell.""</span>he said.<br/>Radagast quickly looked at Duilin who was deeply concerned by it as one could read right off his face. Radagast then looked back at Grimbeorn,<span style=""font-style: italic"">""It seems we will have to make a stand here, that is if we aren't going anywhere else.""</span><br/>Duilin then looked up<span style=""font-style: italic"">""I believe its best to move. With our numbers we stand no chance against large organized armies. The one job that we can do however is to slow down the enemy, showing a clear sign to the enemy that they should watch their back at every step they make. I believe its time to head East.""</span><br/>Radagast was suprised, but maybe it was the best thing to do. Mirkwood was a tricky forest, probably mostly avoided by Orcs and therefor a perfect base of operations...<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Mirkwood it is.""</span>Radagast said while he looked at Grimbeorn, hoping that he would come along aswell.<br/>Grimbeorn didn't look that happy with the plan, he thought it would be to dangerous to even make an attempt to cross the mountains but in the end there was indeed little choice in the matter,<span style=""font-style: italic"">""I'm afraid i must agree. There's nothing then death so why not make it count.""</span>he said.<br/>The three decided that before they left this forest they would make sure that the Orcs would be halted for at least a couple of days in this forest. Radagast was going to play a crucial role in this as he was the only one that could communicate with animals. And so that night Radagast and his bird friend told as many animals as possible to spy on the movements of the Orcs, where they are, how many and their formations if they had any. This all would be important information as Grimbeorn and Duilin wanted to make sure as that many Orcs as possible where going to meet their ends."
11684,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=225,2015-01-18T19:07:00,G-Tech Corporation,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Northern Trollsfells</span><br/><br/>The earth rumbled under the feet of the marching hordes of Orcs, their numbers beyond reckoning. Shargar on his deep onyx Warg nodded to himself as the legions stormed forward, thick columns of heavy infantry mixed in with skirmishers and his few cavalry units. From the immense host he had to cover most of this little wood, and scouts reported that there might be heavy resistance here; outriders had spotted Elves lurking in the scattered thickets of trees upon the jagged moors, and they were always a pain to dislodge. The tall black Orc still had a scar on his left flank from where an arrow of the filthy Woodland denizens had taken him during the wreck of the Battle of the Sudden Peak, and he respected their prowess in battle. Each was a match for many of his regular soldiers, but he had far more soldiers than they could reckon with, and Varlung was less than a day's march to the north. The faint howling of wargs could be heard to the south, the hunt-packs keeping in touch with each other- his outriders were many, constituting a full third of his force, for this broken terrain made conventional block and set-piece engagements intractable. Forward the legions marched, passing from grassy plain into the windswept moors, here and there circumventing the thick stands of trees that were characteristic of the Trollfells. There were beasts in the woods that should not be dealt with, as evinced by a forward patrol that had been torn asunder by claws, so as the hosts passed through the land they set fire to many stands of the old gnarled woods; a more organized system would be put in place once this land had been tamed. Shargar himself sat at the head of his main force, watching the lines of black and steel disappear into the forests with their scouts about them. His most keen-eyed scouts were in the makeshift observation tower the Orcs had raised while waiting for their supply lines to be secured, and now all was in readiness to close the noose on Imladris.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Weathertop, Weather Hills, Eriador</span><br/><br/>Lights tore the darkness about the hill, torches without count or number. About the base of the hill they stretched for miles in their camps and bivouacs, a sprawling morass of armed Orcs and soldiers of the Dark Tower. Across the road their lines ran in an untidy mass of weapons and hate; even from Bree to the west the fires atop the old watchtower of Amon Sul would be visible. But this was not a force left there to merely sit idly. Though many made their camp upon the tower itself, securing primitive tracks hewn down from the north, many thousands had their own orders; nearly five thousand Orcs under their commander, a man of Rhuadar called Fundim, marched west with the completion of the fall of night, their winding rivers of fire making their way along the Great Road with the howling of Wargs about them. Their orders were clear. Bree would submit to the will of the Barad-Dur, or burn.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Greenway, a Day's March north of Bree, Eriador</span><br/><br/>South the marching hordes of Orcs came, another piece in the plan of the Great Eye. His board was set, and the pieces were moving. Harsh chanting filled the barren lands between the ancient city of kings and the abodes of lesser men, drums rolling as immense hands beat them to the rhythm of eight thousand iron-shod feet. In their leather armor and steel they came, black folk of the Morannon Plains and frozen Gundabad. Their captains were main, their banners a thicket of ash wood waving before a strong breeze, each pole bearing a fell sigil emblazoned with the scarlet lidless Eye. Through the empty plains and forgotten dells on either side of the overground highway Orc scouts and trackers loped, light horns at their belts, shortbows at their backs. Maggog was marching, and high above in the cloud-choked air at intervals a piercing cry would drift down to the host below, enough to cause fear in the Yrch and freeze the blood of men."
11685,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=225,2015-01-19T08:38:00,Osnil,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Afrren Toen</span><br/>Afrren quickly put the elfcloak on, and said, ""We will take heed Gandalf's wisdom. Frodo will see to that. Our journey will be swift and we will do our best to avoid the servants of Sauron.""<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Breelands</span><br/>A voice called out to the dragon, ""The Shield of Bree left to the Old Forest; he is not here. You are welcome to look for him there."" As the fires spread, the ballista fired upon the dragon.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Drogo Proudmead</span><br/>Drogo had realized that the dragon would come back to search for him, so he fled Bree in order to protect them from the dragon's wrath. The safest place he could think of was the house of Tom Bombadil-he controlled the Old Forest-the dragon would not be such a fool as to challenge Tom Bombadil."
11686,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=225,2015-01-19T08:58:00,New Decius,"<blockquote><div><cite>Osnil <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323432&amp;p=23192745#p23192745"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Afrren Toen</span><br/>Afrren quickly put the elfcloak on, and said, ""We will take heed Gandalf's wisdom. Frodo will see to that. Our journey will be swift and we will do our best to avoid the servants of Sauron.""<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Breelands</span><br/>A voice called out to the dragon, ""The Shield of Bree left to the Old Forest; he is not here. You are welcome to look for him there."" As the fires spread, the ballista fired upon the dragon.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Drogo Proudmead</span><br/>Drogo had realized that the dragon would come back to search for him, so he fled Bree in order to protect them from the dragon's wrath. The safest place he could think of was the house of Tom Bombadil-he controlled the Old Forest-the dragon would not be such a fool as to challenge Tom Bombadil.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;"">Razier</span></span></span><br/><br/>Razier dodged the ballista bolts with relative ease, after all they were hardly being fire by professional's. However since the townspeople could not produce this 'Shield of Bree', the dragon was more than free to torch the town. He bellowed out across Bree. ""Since you cannot produce him for me, you shall all face dragon fire! All shall burn!"" Razier dived down and then flew up a street, firing a burst of fire as he flew thus setting all the buildings on the street aflame, following which he swerved and used his tail to cut down the doors of what appeared to be a stables. This would mean that besides having to put out the fire, the townsfolk would also have horses to catch.<br/><br/>Razier swooped down and picked up a woman and a child in his claws before flying high and then releasing them, smirking as they fell to the fiery ground below. He then swooped back down and let loose a burst of dragon fire on what looked a tavern, and he could hear screams coming from it. Many, many screams. He used his claws to tear the roof off of a house. As he caused this destruction, the dragon bellowed forth another message. ""This all could have been avoided, had your so-called shield not tried to be a hero. He incited this attack! And it is because of him that you all shall die!"" However he decided that he had best get going and return to his army which was on the march to the town. The army would arrive in two to three days, and then Bree would truly burn. Razier turned and gave another message. ""I shall spare you any further destruction, so long as you bring the Shield of Bree to Weather Top by any means necessary. He must be there within two days or I shall return and kill you all!"" Following that the dragon swooped up and into the clouds.<br/><br/>One could probably see the smoke from the fires for miles. However the dragon flew for Weathertop himself and to meet with the commander of the army there. To discuss tactics."
11687,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=225,2015-01-19T13:16:00,The Starlight,"<blockquote><div><cite>Liecthenbourg <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323432&amp;p=23184461#p23184461"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ost-in-Edhil</span><br/>The walls tumbled down, pieces of debris raising dust and rock fragments high and many orcs and uruks had fallen to their doom as the wall crumbled and others were crushed from the fallen pieces of carved stone. From behind the lines, Mauhur held his armoured fist up high, banners of the Eye fluttering behind it as he did so. The command was simple and echoed throughout the camp - the trebuchets halted their firing, having smashed part of the wall open. Easterling, Orc and Uruk on what remained of the wall began to descent downwards, on staircases or merely by climbing down. But that was not the horror that struck Ost-in-Edhil. Great trumpets rung from beyond the breach, vast sounds of trampling and metal rustling in movements growing louder, and forth charged the Morannon hoard. Their halberds, swords, shields, hammers and maces were raised high into their air before they began to engage the Elven Defenders in the city level. Back at his tent, Mauhur had ordered his cavalry to continue their appointed tasks to prevent them being ambushed by a relief army. He also had one final nail in the coffin for the Elves. Twenty of his Olog-Hai, clad in their finest armour and strongest weapons marched towards the breach. The goal of total destruction on their minds.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ost-in-Edhil</span><br/>The elves held their shield wall, unflinching as the Morannon orcs slammed into the shield wall. Each shield of the elves was kite shaped, with a curved groove on each side. As the Morannon orcs started their hacking, the swords of the Eldar started stabbing through the gaps, impaling many of the orcs. On their flank, the elves wielding shields did the same, first holding their spears straight as the orcs impaled themselves, and then continued the stabbing motion. The gap was completely plugged, with a division of Noldor Guardians with their shield wall, and the Noldor Spearmen filled in any gaps on the flanks. But Elladan spotted the Olog-Hai coming. A ballista was rolled up behind the elves and it started firing flaming bolts at the Olog-Hai, but he feared it would not be enough.<br/><br/>Elrohir and his elves, at the gate, began to engage the orcs climbing down the wall. They were easily shots, and soon they were peppered with the sharp arrows of the Eldar.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Eregion</span><br/>Glorfindel and his 500 Noldorin Lancers were engaged yet again, by more wargs and orcs. But Glorfindel commanded well, and soon, with few casualties, the elves continued on their way. In less than 30 minutes, they would arrive, and he feared what they would see there.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>G-Tech Corporation <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323432&amp;p=23187189#p23187189"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Northern Trollsfells</span><br/><br/>The earth rumbled under the feet of the marching hordes of Orcs, their numbers beyond reckoning. Shargar on his deep onyx Warg nodded to himself as the legions stormed forward, thick columns of heavy infantry mixed in with skirmishers and his few cavalry units. From the immense host he had to cover most of this little wood, and scouts reported that there might be heavy resistance here; outriders had spotted Elves lurking in the scattered thickets of trees upon the jagged moors, and they were always a pain to dislodge. The tall black Orc still had a scar on his left flank from where an arrow of the filthy Woodland denizens had taken him during the wreck of the Battle of the Sudden Peak, and he respected their prowess in battle. Each was a match for many of his regular soldiers, but he had far more soldiers than they could reckon with, and Varlung was less than a day's march to the north. The faint howling of wargs could be heard to the south, the hunt-packs keeping in touch with each other- his outriders were many, constituting a full third of his force, for this broken terrain made conventional block and set-piece engagements intractable. Forward the legions marched, passing from grassy plain into the windswept moors, here and there circumventing the thick stands of trees that were characteristic of the Trollfells. There were beasts in the woods that should not be dealt with, as evinced by a forward patrol that had been torn asunder by claws, so as the hosts passed through the land they set fire to many stands of the old gnarled woods; a more organized system would be put in place once this land had been tamed. Shargar himself sat at the head of his main force, watching the lines of black and steel disappear into the forests with their scouts about them. His most keen-eyed scouts were in the makeshift observation tower the Orcs had raised while waiting for their supply lines to be secured, and now all was in readiness to close the noose on Imladris.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Northern Trollfells</span><br/>500 Noldorin Heavy Archers defended the Trollsfells. They had spotted the orc army earlier, and the elves could hear their foul boots crushing the gentle grass. Every elf had an arrow notched, and 5 companies, of 50 elves each, was spread throughout the Forest. They were high in the trees, with mottled green and brown cloaks and thin ropes connected them, allowing the nimble elves to travel through the forest quickly. Well, one company had 49, as one Archer had been sent to warn Lord Elrond of the army, undoubtedly heading for Imladris. They smelt the burning of the woods, and each elf wept in their hearts, at the destruction of Yavanna Kementári's children."
11688,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=225,2015-01-19T14:22:00,New Decius,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;"">Razier</span></span></span><br/><br/>The mighty dragon steeled himself against the brisk air as he neared Weather Top, though using his keen eyes he could see his army marching in the distance. However what was even more obvious was the army encamped at Weather Top and Razier had a strong guess as to who was commanding them. Lord Sauron would likely only entrust such an important task to the Witch-King of Angmar himself, which meant Razier would have to meet with the Witch-King face to face. Someone like that inspired fear in even dragons. Razier had to remind himself they were on the same side to stop his fear.<br/><br/>Soon enough Razier was circling around Weather Top looking for a place to land before landing just at the foot of the tower and looking around him. He bellowed out at the Orc's around him. ""I am Razier, Dragon of the North and Lord of Carn Icarus. I wish to speak with your Commander."" Razier figured it would be best to coordinate his strategy with that of the Witch-King, so that they didn't end up accidentally fighting each other's forces."
11689,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=225,2015-01-19T16:10:00,G-Tech Corporation,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Amon Sul, Eriador</span><br/><br/>The ancient Lord of Angmar looked out to the west, the light of the burning city of Bree not reflected by his invisible eyes. A slight nod of his head caused the interlocking armor of his steel crown and pale vestments to grind against itself, his fell beast shifting its flying membranes beneath him. The constant clink and rumble of hammers and picks filled the air barely audibly, the work of a thousand Orcish artisans to refurbish this dilapidated strongpoint. Once Weathertop, as the common men of this land now called it, had been the lynchpin of the defensive line of all Arnor in the north. She had been proud and resolute, proof against fire and sword and a bulwark against his forces. Now it was deliciously appropriate that he would take it for his own, Amon Sul, the Hill of Wind. Ere long the eyes of the dark spirit spied in the distance that which he was searching for; the great beating winds of Razier, Fire Drake of the North, returning from his devastation of the puny resistance the men of the Bree-land could offer. It was fortuitous that one of the line of Ancalagon, Father of all Dragons, had survived in the north. To unleash such destruction upon Imladris, and send the accursed Eldar and their deceptions to the flame... ah, that would be a sight worth seeing, even to the aged eyes of the Once-Dead.<br/><br/>After a time the Witch-King discerned that the drake Razier had turned south from his flight back to the fastness in the vale of Angmar, and was coming towards Weathertop itself and the host encamped thereabout. A smile unseen curled over the sorcerer's face, and when the dragon descended the leathery wings of the hideous reptilian creature were a beat behind it. As the Orcs quailed before the coming of the immense dragon, they shoved back against each other at the sudden chill in the air that heralded the arrival of the King of Winter. His breath was still cold in the air, for this was not yet spring, and indeed its arrival in the north might yet be long delayed. The Witch-King's reach was long indeed, and terrible when the summer sun was hid, moreso in the black hours of night. Against the dark ground and still earth of the Great Road Razier was only marked by the twin flames of his eyes and the occasional flicker of flame from his throat, the mighty beast shrouded in gray scales like the grave, but the Witch-King saw with sight beyond sight. The Orcs quickly evacuated the area, their tiny torches like fireflies against the inferno that was trammeled in the dragon's belly.<br/><br/>""I am here, Razier. Tell me, Dragon of the North; how fares Bree, the town of stone houses and little men? It looks like the soldiers of the Great Eye will have little save ashes to pick through once you are finished with these few points of habitation."""
11690,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=225,2015-01-19T16:43:00,New Decius,"<blockquote><div><cite>G-Tech Corporation <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323432&amp;p=23197896#p23197896"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Amon Sul, Eriador</span><br/><br/>The ancient Lord of Angmar looked out to the west, the light of the burning city of Bree not reflected by his invisible eyes. A slight nod of his head caused the interlocking armor of his steel crown and pale vestments to grind against itself, his fell beast shifting its flying membranes beneath him. The constant clink and rumble of hammers and picks filled the air barely audibly, the work of a thousand Orcish artisans to refurbish this dilapidated strongpoint. Once Weathertop, as the common men of this land now called it, had been the lynchpin of the defensive line of all Arnor in the north. She had been proud and resolute, proof against fire and sword and a bulwark against his forces. Now it was deliciously appropriate that he would take it for his own, Amon Sul, the Hill of Wind. Ere long the eyes of the dark spirit spied in the distance that which he was searching for; the great beating winds of Razier, Fire Drake of the North, returning from his devastation of the puny resistance the men of the Bree-land could offer. It was fortuitous that one of the line of Ancalagon, Father of all Dragons, had survived in the north. To unleash such destruction upon Imladris, and send the accursed Eldar and their deceptions to the flame... ah, that would be a sight worth seeing, even to the aged eyes of the Once-Dead.<br/><br/>After a time the Witch-King discerned that the drake Razier had turned south from his flight back to the fastness in the vale of Angmar, and was coming towards Weathertop itself and the host encamped thereabout. A smile unseen curled over the sorcerer's face, and when the dragon descended the leathery wings of the hideous reptilian creature were a beat behind it. As the Orcs quailed before the coming of the immense dragon, they shoved back against each other at the sudden chill in the air that heralded the arrival of the King of Winter. His breath was still cold in the air, for this was not yet spring, and indeed its arrival in the north might yet be long delayed. The Witch-King's reach was long indeed, and terrible when the summer sun was hid, moreso in the black hours of night. Against the dark ground and still earth of the Great Road Razier was only marked by the twin flames of his eyes and the occasional flicker of flame from his throat, the mighty beast shrouded in gray scales like the grave, but the Witch-King saw with sight beyond sight. The Orcs quickly evacuated the area, their tiny torches like fireflies against the inferno that was trammeled in the dragon's belly. <br/><br/>""I am here, Razier. Tell me, Dragon of the North; how fares Bree, the town of stone houses and little men? It looks like the soldiers of the Great Eye will have little save ashes to pick through once you are finished with these few points of habitation.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;"">Razier</span></span></span><br/><br/>The mighty dragon bellowed out a laugh at not only the King of Angmar's remarks but also the cowardly actions of the Orc's around them. ""Oh I left enough behind so that the troops will still have something to do. It wasn't much, killed only about a hundred or so."" Razier then lowered his head and knee's in a bow like action. ""It is an honor to meet you Witch-King of Angmar. Your reputation precedes itself."" The last thing anybody, even a dragon, wanted to do was anger the Witch-King. He raised his head and gestured to the north. ""The Legions of Carn Icarus have been let loose, they march just north of here for Bree and the Shire. However they first are to march here to rest and regroup. They should arrive within several hours.""<br/><br/>Razier was dreaming in the back of his mind, dreaming of the promise Lord Sauron had made when he had woken the dragon up. That when it fell, the riches and treasures of Eriador would be his. He could only imagine the size of his treasure horde after the conquest of Eriador. However then the thoughts of his true goals resurfaced in his mind; To destroy Imaldris and kill Elrond. This enflamed his emotions so that he released a roar and shot a burst of flames into the sky. He growled as he expressed his passionate emotions. ""When we march on Imaldris, I wish to be the first to strike, to set fire to that accursed place. And to be the one given the task of killing the Children of Elrond. After what that damned Elf once did to me it will please me greatly to see him live whilst his children die slowly and painfully."""
11691,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=225,2015-01-19T16:54:00,The Starlight,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">The Bane of Orcs</span></span></span></span></div><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">The Valar, seeing the growing forces of evil, wept for their children once more. For they had beheld the suffering of Arda, and though no herald had come yet, like Earendil of old, they knew something must be done. And their eyebrows glared as they rose from their chairs, desiring, to put a terrible curse upon them who had assailed their children. The orcs, they were the culprit, and so the Valar cursed the orcs, to pain and disease, shedding aside their immortality to allow this calamity to strike. For orc hygiene, frankly, is terrible. They eat each other, stinking maggoty bread and other races, along with countless other unknown foul concoctions. One day, some orcs see another orc lying on the wayside, dying slowly. Aiming to ""end"" his pain, they eat him, having had nothing but maggoty bread for three stinking days. However, little did they know that this orc had caught a disease, transferred by some mysterious rotten animal that he had eaten. The disease traveled quickly, causing boils on the orcs and making them spit blood. Later, they returned to their base, where they unknowingly spread it throughout the camp. As a warg rider went to go give a report to his commander, he traveled to another camp, spreading the epidemic. Soon enough, it infected many orcs, and was growing by the minute, evolving to become borne by just a touch.There seems to be no cure, which is the most worrying thing for the forces of evil. However, elves, hobbits and some men seemed immune to the disease, despite the orcs touching the forces of good over and over again, desperately trying to transfer it. But it was to no avail, and conditions soon worsened for all those infected, seeing hallucinations and dropping unconscious for random periods of time. The epidemic has spread, and orcs begin to drop like flies...</blockquote>"
11692,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=225,2015-01-19T18:53:00,Marzarbul,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://lvlt.bioware.cdn.ea.com/bioware/u/f/eagames/bioware/dragonage2/assets/gallery/concepts/deep_roads-01-gate-p.jpg""/></div><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://derhobbit-film.de/rune/runes.php?fsize=30&amp;write=000000&amp;back=ffffff&amp;font=0&amp;text=Beware%20the%20dark""/></div><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://derhobbit-film.de/rune/runes.php?fsize=30&amp;write=000000&amp;back=ffffff&amp;font=0&amp;text=for%20a%20dwarf""/></div><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://derhobbit-film.de/rune/runes.php?fsize=30&amp;write=000000&amp;back=ffffff&amp;font=0&amp;text=may%20hide%20there.""/></div><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ered Mithrin<br/>Southern Reaches towards the Source of the Forest River<br/>Southern Outpost of the Hidden Kingdom</span><br/><br/>Spiders, why did it have to be spiders. This thought was rolling around in Huscarl Jerel Torvishs head as he formed his reserve of one hundred dwarfs into a tight square formation of ten ranks wide and ten ranks deep. The two hundred dwarfs fighting on the walls were putting up one hell of a fight but he knew that he would not be able to hold his current position without aid. The messenger he sent out would hopefully retrieve said aid once he reached Jarl Anlanz Galren and his two thousand dwarfs. The Jarl was responsible for the defense of the southern portion of the Grey Mountains and as such would determine the appropriate response. For the time being he would need to hold the spider menace back for at least five hours. It would take that long before any help would reach them. Gritting under his masked helmet he barked out in Khuzdul, “Second rank prepare crossbows!” Kneeling in unison the first line hid behind their tower shields as the second line raised crossbows and aimed at the top of the wall. Their quarrels were tipped with hardened steel barbs with shafts of heavy oak which had been made in the forges of Nordinbad. “Fire!” The hefty thunk of bolts as they leaped from their crossbows towards their awaiting targets on the walls were a welcomed sound as most hit their intended targets. The ten crossbowmen began to quickly reload their crossbows as the fighting on top of the wall seemed to intensify.<br/><br/>What in the world was he doing up here? The skittering of spider fangs scraping across his shield as they attempted to gain some purchase on something other than metal. Squealing in an un-dwarf like fashion he pushed the spider away with his shield and bashed it in the head with his ax. The resulting impact sent its undulating corpse limp onto the smooth granite wall. Breathing unsteadily his ax hand shook as he scanned the battlements for his next enemy. To his displeasure he found his next opponent on his bank gripping his torso with four of its legs. “Gerr off me you squirrely beasty!” He tried shaking off the spider but to no avail. It tried to bite his shoulder but his steel pauldron deterred its fangs though at the cost of a broken left shoulder. It then moved on to the neck of his helmet with a hiss. His only saving grace was that his helmet was firmly strapped to the thick torso plate armor with leather straps. He tried vainly to hit the spider with his ax but it lacked the force to do any damage. The spider clamped onto his neck and proceeded to squeeze like a vise denting the steel. As it crushed the metal time seemed to stand still for him. “Khazâd ai-mênu!” The battlecry sounded by dwarfs from across all of Arda game hurtling towards the imperiled dwarf in the form of a two hundred pound dwarf in battle armor. This particular dwarf went by the nickname “Hammerhelm” and his showed how he earned this name by ramming his steel helm into the back abdomen of the spider. Knocking the spider off of its intended victim it swayed unsteadily as Hammerhelm delivered a fatal blow with his shield sending the spider flying off the wall to the awaiting earth below. “DEATH TO ALL SPIDERS!” His roar was accompanied by several bashes of his ax head on his shield as he charged headlong into a clump of spiderlings attempting to isolate another group of dwarfs.<br/><br/>His helmet was crushed and he could barely see through his helmets metal mask. All he could do was hear what was going on around him. He then felt two pairs of hands lift him up and began steering him towards some unknown direction. It was at this point he was handed off again and led down a set of stairs. At this point he began thanking his lucky stars that he was being taken off away from the battle and hopefully towards the back lines.<br/><br/>With the cowardly dwarfs departure from the battle the situation on the wall began to deteriorate as the western section was suddenly interrupted by a spider of gigantic size. Its appearance threw the whole defense of the western wall into chaos as the once methodical approach of the dwarfs became null and void as pockets formed of stout dwarf defenders. These pockets varied in size from ten to twenty circles as they tried to reform with one another. The eastern portion of the defense still kept most of the spiders in check but with half of the wall overrun it would simply be a matter of time before they were. Still bolts from the ground were helping to kill those spiders that got too close to the interior portion of the wall. Hetman Thoradgim, second in command to Hucarl Jerel, swung his war hammer in a wide arc crushing the skull of another spiderling.<br/><br/>“By Durins beard this buggers don't seem to quit.” His commander on the ground was directing the quarrelers bolts towards this new threat on the wall. This giant spider. In the mean time his men were being surrounded by eight legged freaks from Mirkwood. Facing towards the west he gripped the leather wrapped handle of his hammer and bellowed out,“DIAMOND FORMATION!” In response a platoon of around twenty five dwarfs formed up in a densely packed diamond. “TIME TO RESCUE OUR BROTHERS,” he roared as he lifted his hammer high and began striding forward with his men at his back. This armored diamond juggernaut of dwarf vengeance headed straight towards the giant spider hoping to clear a path so that those stuck in the west would be able to reform with their brothers on the ground and on the eastern wall. Hetman Thoradgim could clearly see the Hammerhelm bashing spiders with his steel mattock only several feet away. If he could at least save that dwarf he knew that this charge would be worth it. Baruk Khazâd! Khazâd ai-mênu! Axes of the Dwarves! The Dwarves are upon you!"
11693,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=225,2015-01-19T21:58:00,Ancian,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bay of Forochel</span><br/>At the bay of Forochel a great meeting was being held. Markon, the great chief of the Lossoth and his council had come to a monumental decision. Riders had been sent out. It was final. They had decided to join the war on Sauron, for they may be far away from others, but news like that arrived. Messengers rode off to spread the words to the tribes of the news, and that half of the warriors were to meet in the middle of Forodwaith, that would be 1,000 men out of the 2,000 some available warriors. Markon would lead them down into Eriador. That is In the future however, for it will take a while for all to hear and gather. While all can fight, Markon, its said, wants to work on formation and styles. As he assured the council, the army will have sound tactics and strategy, they believed him. At the present, he sits looking at an old old map of Eriador. As the council members prepare to leave to their tribes, a mood of set horror fills the bay. They hadn't been at war in ages, quite literally. The most they had was hunting, fights against each other and some skirmishes. All the people were very aware of that."
11694,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=225,2015-01-20T08:43:00,Dain II Ironfoot,"<span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Encampment, Trollshaws, day 14</span></span><br/>In the evening the lights started to move towards the forest and at the same time the animals started to return to Radagast, discribing the enemy in great detail. Radagast shared his findings with Grimbeorn and Duilin,<span style=""font-style: italic"">""My friends told me they are marching with collums of a thousend at least, side by side with scouts aside them. They are regual Orcs with Wargs amongst them. They also seem to set fire at some places along their way to burn down the growing things or to hinder us. I talked with the animals and alot of them are willing to help us in this battle, they can harrass the forces while we attack one of the collums.""</span><br/>Grimbeorn and Duilin got a good understanding of what was going on, now the question was how they could ambush then effectively once they entered the forest.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""I believe its best to focus most of our attack on the outmost collum then, but we must be sure that the others are kept busy long enough for us to make some decent kills. After that we should get out of as this ambush won't work two times.""</span>Duilin said. Grimbeorn nodded in agreement and after an hour of discussing their plan was as good as they could get it.<br/>As night fell upon the forest the rangers, Beornings, animals and ofcourse Radagast moved towards the place where the Orcs would enter the forest, there they took positions. They coordinated their attack through a roar coming from Grimbeorn as it could be heard far and wide and before the Orcs could see what it it was they would lay dead on the ground already.<br/>The plan was focus the real attack on one collum while harrassing most of the other collums. The harrassment would be the job of Radagast and the animals while the main attack would be the job of the Rangers and the Beornings.<br/>Some time later the crushing feet of the Orcs reached the forest and they started to enter it. Everybody stood on high alert as they marched. It seemed to take a while before almost the whole collum had set foot in the forest but at the moment it did Grimbeorn let out an enormous roar and within seconds the Rangers fired at the scouts that still stood between them and the collum.<br/>Beornings flew out of the forest, smashing into the collum and their scouts. Further down all kinds of animals attacked the scouts and ran away again, keeping it on a repetitive hit and run attack. Radagast sat on the ground and closed his eyes. With his mind he started to let out the inner beast of the wargs, turning them against their masters. At last from the skies birds flew down, scratching and picking out the eyes of the Orcs wherever they could, making sure that the Orcs where busy with other stuff then the ambush that took place on the outer edge of the enemy force.<br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""movement of troops""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/YxcKRBQ.png""/><br/>Black dot = Radagast.<br/>Black Circle = the effected area of Radagast's power.<br/>Purple rectangle = effected area of bird attacks.<br/>Brown lines = attacks of animals on the ground (these are repetitive).<br/>Light &amp; Dark Grey lines = attacks of the Beornings.<br/>Blue line = Rangers.</div></div></div>"
11695,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=225,2015-01-20T11:19:00,Osnil,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Breeland</span><br/>The four rangers, who now held command of Bree, quickly ordered an evacuation of the women and children. Half of the forces would go with them. The other half, would slowly ambush and make quick, merciless strikes at the orc forces. Hiding in Chetwood and Midgewater, they would give the armies of Mordor a hard time.<br/><br/>But a lone messenger, named Wilfred Damsburrow went to Weathertop, carrying a message for 'The Dragon.' He approached Weathertop and yelled as loud as he could, ""I bear a message from the Shield of Bree, to Razier the Fiery, Razier the Adominable, Razier the Almighty Scorcher, Razier the Tavern Toaster, Razier the Slayer of Innocents, Razier Bree-foe. He says that if you want him go get him yourself. If not, he will enjoy the lodging of Tom Bombadil, Song of the Forest."""
11696,Lord of the Rings: Naught but Ashes [IC/Open],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323432&start=225,2015-01-23T17:03:00,Liecthenbourg,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ost-in-Edhil</span><br/>As the Elven cavalry struck down several members of a scouting party, one of the Warg Riders brought forth his horn and blew into it loudly before he too was struck down. The horn collapsed, alongside the orc and warg, onto the ground with a loud symphony of thuds. The horn was heard by Mauhur upon his hill, and by all of the forces inbetween. He called another horn, this one more fierce and sharp that he had told the riders to be used as a rallying horn. And it was so. Before long the ground shook ferociously as horse-boys and wargs began to descend towards the camp, and from there, the area in which their brethren had fallen.<br/><br/>The battle within the city continued, with the orcs attacking from across all points of the wall, with uruks approaching the shield wall with pikes now and fighting from a distance with their deadly weapons and with the Easterlings clearing out any of the structures near them in a deadly sweep after sweep. Through the breach in the wall the Olog-Hai smashed their way with a great ferocity. The first roared wildly as his shoulder was struck by a ballista bolt, but his merely pulled it out with anger and cast it back at the shield wall. The Mordorian forces in their way seemingly scattered into nearby buildings and alleyways and the Olog-Hai rammed into the shield wall with a great force, their clubs, hammers, and maces smashing down too. Now, the Mordorian forces were to return, beneath the lumbering Olog-Hai."
11697,1969: A Colder War (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323434,2014-12-12T17:05:00,Photana,"<a class=""postlink"" href=""https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322879"" rel=""nofollow"">OOC</a><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">T</span></span>he year is 1969 and our world, once precariously balanced between two powers, Capitalist America and Soviet Russia - already on the brink of destroying the world - has inched closer to an outcome - Nuclear War - that more and more perceive to be the outcome of this stalemate that is the international scene at this point.<br/><br/>The cause?<br/><br/>China.<br/><br/>Once one of the staunchest allies of Soviet Russia - Communist China - or as they are calling themselves now, Maoist China, has betrayed her once strongest ally, and declared herself to be the ""sole protector of the oppressed proletariat against the Great Imperialists."" With this one act, the world was caught off guard. The year the Cold War turned even colder was 1960, and that year would see the new entrant to the Cold War move swiftly and decisively. When their southern neighbor, North Vietnam, asked both the Soviets and Maoists for aid, hoping to reunify their country, China responded swiftly, sending both material aid and military advisers to the nation, gaining the trust of the people and government, who in return for this massive infusion of resources, agreed to follow Maoist teachings - those of Rural Revolution, collectivization, and rapid industrialization - the teachings that allowed China to transform from a second-rate power at best to the new world power.<br/><br/>With their new Chinese backers, the Vietnamese reunified by 1963, with most of the 1961-1962 being the NVA rooting out the remnants of South Vietnam's government and army who continued to resist. With the war ended, the Chinese concluded a pact with the Vietnamese, ensuring mutual defense and free trade between the two nations, with China also supplying Vietnam with the industrial supplies and advisers so that they could modernize similarly to their new Chinese allies. While they were supporting the Vietnamese, the Chinese also supported a revolt in Mongolia. Mongolia was long torn between the Soviet and Chinese spheres, and this move sparked a civil war that still scars the steppes of Mongolia today, both physically and politically. The Mongolian Civil War resulted in the nation being torn in half, with the North, or ""Mongolian Socialist Republic,"" being supported by the USSR, and the south, or ""Mongolian People's Republic,"" being supported by the Chinese. The Mongolian Civil War ended in 1963 as a stalemate, and both Mongolian nations quickly became little more than puppets for their Soviet and Chinese benefactors.<br/><br/>The next nation to fall in line with the Chinese was North Korea, who had long played China and the USSR off each other to the North Koreans benefit. Seeing the meteoric rise of China, and no doubt feeling either kinship or threatened by the Chinese who had once helped them drive the UN forces from their lands. In 1965, Kim Il Sung declared that ""North Korea would embrace the philosophy of Maoism, and stand in the vanguard against the bourgeois West and imperialist USSR.""<br/><br/>The US during this period was slow to react, considering the Chinese to be simply a new threat to the USSR, a distraction that could allow it to build it's alliances and continue to rebuild and expand their markets and economies. When Saigon fell, the US finally to notice of the rising tiger that was the new Chinese superpower. US strategic assets - missiles, bases, troops - that were once almost fully concentrated in Europe were transferred to the new Asian theater, and were positioned in the US's allies in the region - South Korea, Japan, Taiwan, and the Philippines. In the 1964 election, the topic of China's expansion allowed for a much more competitive Republican Party, whose candidate - Barry Goldwater - lost by a small margin to the incumbent, John Fitzgerald Kennedy. The Republicans still controlled the Senate, however, and they pressured the president to increase the militaries of all of the members of NATO, and assist the Japanese in building their ""Self-Defense Forces.""<br/><br/>The final act - to the present day - that confirmed Chinese entrance into the Cold War was the detonation of their own nuclear weapon, along with an announcement that they had ""more than enough to equal the warheads of the Imperialists."" This is considered a lie, as the Chinese nuclear program had only been around for a decade at most, and they were mostly working with stolen Russian and American tech, but nonetheless, China proved it could make nuclear weapons, and that they would also factor into the increasingly large death total, should the great powers go to war, a war that would be the last of all wars.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Events</span></span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Hong Kong Protests!</span><br/>With the ""Chinese Miracle"" in full swing, agitators in the British colony of Hong Kong have sparked protests in the city. The protesters are in favor of reuniting with China, and their ranks are joined daily. If the local government doesn't appease them, these protest could turn into a full scale riot, or a revolt."
11698,1969: A Colder War (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323434,2014-12-12T18:20:00,Akksum,"January 1st, 1969<br/>East Africa, Addis Ababa<br/>Palace of Addis,<br/>King Asmerom Yohannes Abey,<br/><br/>King Asmerom sat in his palace, overlooking a map of the world that was known, seeing as many country borders were still shifting he had a ""old map"" in a sense. He looked it over, he liked his placing for his country, being on the Red sea he had a good strategic point, getting ""first dibs"" on all trade that flowed towards the Suez, and ""Second dibs"" that flowed out of it. He was a strong nation, that had great placing as Tanzania to the South was jungle, and hard to navigate, along with D.R Congo, and their Neighbors were all desert meaning you would take casualties just making it to them. He smiled, knowing his placing in the world was great.<br/><br/>BUT, one thing was not right. He was between the East and the West. Between the Communist, and the Capitalist. The new ""Communist"" regime of China had called themselves different from the USSR, it was only a matter of time though. All his nation had to do was outlast the already dead China. He was laughing at the moment he though of it, ""China will not last as they will have no jobs!"" He yelled in his own private room. He smiled to himself, looking over the map. He looked as Spain, and many of the countries bordering him. He knew of Oil despots all across his nation, but didn't have the money to drill them... Yet, he began to telegram the Spanish of an offer that was almost ignorant to refuse,<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""To Spain""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: King Francisco Franco of Estado Español<br/>Encryption: <span style=""color: #FF8040"">Medium</span><br/><br/>Hello Grand King Francisco Franco of Estado Español, I King Asmerom Yohannes Abey of East Africa, and all its holiness is plagued by a problem of Islam. We know that we are near the holy land, and many Islamic nations but this is one issue that plagues us. But more of a modern issue, we request the funding from Spain to allow the drilling of many oil despots all across my nation. I will allow your companies to drill, as long as both gain money the drilling is fine. This will allow both our economies to prosper, as it gives you more of a hold on the oil in the world market. I wish to hear from you.</blockquote></div></div></div>"
11699,1969: A Colder War (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323434,2014-12-12T18:28:00,Thesda,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Jan 1, 1969</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Washington DC, United States of America</span><br/><br/>President Nixon fiddled with the collar of his shirt, trying to alleviate the minimal yet annoying perspiration on his neck. It was still the dead of winter in DC--snow coated the ground, icy patches plagued the streets and sidewalks, and the temperatures stayed well below freezing. In his time in office, however, Richard had grown used to the foggy and dank East Coast weather (although it was a damn sight less sunny than his hometown in California). The temperature in the White House was usually quite comfortable, but lately the heating had been more apparent than usual. He would have a talk with some of the workers about it.<br/><br/>Henry Kissinger paced the length of the Oval Office and muttered quietly in between speaking.<br/><br/>""You're sure the Cabinet doesn't need to know about this?""<br/><br/>Kissinger shook his head and gave a quiet snort. ""It'll be fine. Look, we all know that China's growing as a nuclear power. Every minute we spend in bureaucratic deadlock is another the USSR is swooping in and converting a valuable world power to their Communist bloc--or at least, away from our democratic one. This is our chance; we need to go as soon as we can,"" he said.<br/><br/>Nixon leaned forward in his office chair, folding his hands on his desk. The sunlight streamed onto his back from the window behind him. ""And what about the Senate? Doesn't it say that they need to approve opening of treaties with other nations?"" he asked.<br/><br/>Again, Kissinger responded with a shake of his head and a slightly agitated groan. ""Well, yeah, but there's a big difference between a friendly visit to open relations and a formal treaty. Or at least there can be if we want it to. Now do you want me to send the message, Mr. President?""<br/><br/>Nixon sighed and nodded, then waived his hand dismissively. Henry slightly bowed his head and walked out of the office to draft the correspondence. Nixon dialed his wife's IMTS number on his office phone.<br/><br/>""Honey? I think I'm going to China.""<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""CHINA""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">To:</span> People's Republic of China, Ministry of Foreign Affairs<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">From:</span> Executive Office of the United States of America<br/><br/>Most Honorable Minister, <br/><br/>The USA would like to formally suggest a meeting of our two executive powers over a formal dinner or conference in the near future to discuss international relations, Chinese and American plans for development, the growing threat of the USSR and its allies, and the possible opening of friendly relations between our two great nations. Please forward this message to both Chairman Mao Zedong and Premier Zhou Enlai, and consider our most peaceful and friendly offer. Thank you.<br/><br/>Signed,<br/><br/>Henry Kissinger, National Security Advisor<br/>Richard Nixon, President-in-Chief<br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.simpleimageresizer.com/_uploads/photos/ed84d5f6/USA_Seal_60.jpg""/></blockquote></div></div></div>"
11700,1969: A Colder War (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323434,2014-12-12T18:47:00,Independent States of Tula,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">January, 1969, Tel Aviv</span><br/><br/>""Prime Minister Meir, the latest reports on the Hong Kong situation, as you requested."" Zvi Zamir, the current head of Mossad, stated as he handed the Prime Minister a folder thick with reports on what Mossad currently knew of the situation<br/><br/>Meir looked down at the reports with a frown and after a few minutes asked ""Mr. Zamir, how bad do you think the situation in Hong Kong could get?""<br/><br/>Zamir was quiet a few moments before replying ""Things could get bad if the British don't do anything to address these protesters, riots...maybe even a Chinese led revolt.""<br/><br/>Meir nodded at that assessment and asked ""Is there anything we can do to help cool down the situation?""<br/><br/>Zamir shook his head and stated ""No, we don't have the assets needed to create any change in Hong Kong, and to move them there would be too big to hide if things go wrong or even worse...right. This is outside of Mossad's capabilities Prime Minister. I'm sorry.""<br/><br/>""That is alright Zamir...it's not our problem anyway. It's up to the British to handle Hong Kong anyway. You're dismissed Zamir."" Meir replied with a smile.<br/><br/>""It will be our problem if NATO decides to accept us Prime Minister...we'll be dragged into any wars that the British could start in Hong Kong."" Zamir warned before exiting Meir's office.<br/><br/>Prime Minister Golda Meir sighed at that before shaking her head and going back to reading the reports in greater detail.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">///</span><br/><br/>Diplomatic Message to the President Richard Nixon:<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""USA""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">To: President Richard Nixon<br/>From: Prime Minister Golda Meir<br/><br/>Dear President Nixon, <br/><br/>I wish to send you this diplomatic message to inform you that the State of Israel will soon publically announce that it wishes to be invited into NATO. However before I lead my nation down such a path I wish to know if the United States would even desire the Israeli nation in NATO and whether or not your nation would support us in the process to become a part of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization. It is my firm belief that Israel would be an excellent location for expanding NATO influence into the Middle East and I know that my people would benefit from such an arrangement as well. Still I do not wish for Israel to step on your nation's toes and so I'd like to know whether or not you would be open to such a future endeavor at all.<br/><br/>Sincerely, Prime Minister Golda Meir</div></div></div>"
11701,1969: A Colder War (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323434,2014-12-12T19:55:00,Altito Asmoro,"January, 1969.<br/><br/>Indonesia had stood after its disastrous Communist's attempt to coup the government. In the past, Indonesia enjoyed a good relationships with both USSR and China, balancing the balance of the Communists on both sides, while at the same times staunchly became the anti-American nation in Southeast Asia. Meanwhile, Malaysia and Singapore both had been freed, although Malaysia and Singapore still receiving supports from UK, its former master.<br/><br/>On the other hand, however, the remnants of Communists still standing well. Especially with Fifth Militia, Communist-backed military division armed and trained by the Chinese personally, so they are a bit more skilled, but nonetheless on the same level with the Kopassus and TNI. The supporters of the Communists (citizens) are being transported to Sulawesi and Kalimantan to follow the rehabilitation camp to turn them back into the anti-Chinese Communists, and to follow other than the Chinese one.<br/><br/>Military is among the modernized and the largest in Southeast Asia. Soekarno intends to strengthen the nation and therefore, instituted for the Ministry of Education to instituted ""Pancasila"" ideology into the hearts of the students as to strengthen their nationalism and patriotism towards the country, and to the Nationalists to help the process of nationalization of the nation's ideology.<br/><br/>His objective, is currently, to oppose Malaysia and to maximize the supports of fellow countries to stop the imperialism of USA and UK in Southeast Asia."
11702,1969: A Colder War (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323434,2014-12-12T20:41:00,Toishima,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://nikekimje.tripod.com/Pics/SeoulMainGate.jpg""/><br/>Sungnyemun, the Gate of Exalted Ceremonies, Seoul, Republic of Korea</div><hr/><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #0000BF""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Blue Dragon Rising</span><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Duel of the Dragons, Part 1</span></span></span><br/><hr/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">31st December<br/>1968<br/>Demilitarised Zone<br/>North of Seoul, Republic of Korea<br/><span style=""color: #FF0000"">New Year's Eve</span></span><br/><br/>White mist dissipated into the cold winter's air in front of the soldiers' faces. A light snow was falling, the tiny ice crystals landing on the fluffy piles on the ground. The soldiers trudged through the snow in their thick winter coats, moving from one post to the next as the guard was rotated. While their people, far behind them, celebrated, these were the unsung heroes who worked through holidays to keep the Republic free. All along the border, some soldiers held their own impromptu celebrations or minor parties. These parties would be much wilder and with booze or women back in the cities and in camps far from the DMZ, but alas such luxuries could not be afforded where the War never really did end.<br/><br/>The sound of a machine gun being raked echoed across the silent front. Corporal Kim Nam-Ho stood behind the M2 Browning emplacement in a guard tower, casually leaning against a support beam beside him. A powerful spotlight was trained on the outside of the fence, within the forbidden area itself. Four kilometers of untouched, unspoiled wilderness, lit by the moon, separated him from a brother Korean, who could at this very moment be doing exactly as he was. The snow covered everything, giving the forested area an appearance of a pristine, picturesque winter paradise. A silvery paradise covered in landmines, of course.<br/><br/>Kim turned his head as the sound of boots on thin metal drifted from below. The smell of some kind of baked food wafted up as well.<span style=""font-style: italic"">I hope it isn't some fucker who I have to salute...</span>Kim quickly looked back at the moon-lit empty land and put both hands on the machine gun, standing up straight. Discipline was harshly maintained in the Korean Army, and the corporal had no intention of being punished again for negligence of duty.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Once is enough.</span>The man came into the watchtower and clicked his heels. Kim gave an exasperated sigh and started turning as the other soldier addressed him.<br/><br/>""Corporal Kim Nam-Ho,"" the soldier called, ""you have been charged with treason for-""<br/><br/>The dim light in the watchtower was just enough for Kim to see that it was not actually a superior officer, but rather his friend from a rocket launcher nest on the ground level, Lee Jin-Tae. Kim gave his friend a friendly punch on the arm, and the stockier Lee stumbled backwards slightly, laughing. Kim grabbed his friend with both arms and began shaking him roughly.<br/><br/>""Shit, Nam-Ho, watch the bungeoppang,"" Lee carried a basket of the fish-shaped pastries in his left hand. Kim quickly grabbed one and backpedaled to the far corner of the small watchtower, where his M-16 was leaning against the wall. Lee walked in an dropped himself on the cheap folding chair provided for the machine gunner to rest. This tower was a machine gun tower with no spotters, an even taller tower nearby actually had spotters to watch for the enemy. Discipline there was extremely tight. All Kim had to do was listen for the radio and shoot anyone who got into his spotlight.<br/><br/>""You piece of shit,"" Kim said between bites of the red bean paste-filled dessert, ""I thought it was Sergeant Choi.""<br/><br/>""Sergeant Choi isn't as handsome as me.""<br/><br/>Lee pulled out a box of cigarettes from his breast-pocket and handed one to his friend. The sticks were American, like many things now on the market. Just ten years ago, when they were small kids, there was nothing on the shelves. The new president literally turned Korea around. Now they were friends with Taiwan and America, and lots of products and food came in. Apparently the whole country was getting richer, but Lee and Kim did not fully understand it.<br/><br/>""I heard Sergeant Choi's fucked a Jap,"" Kim remarked, grabbing another pastry. While they were of the post-war boom and did not have to live through the terrible hardships the Japanese put the Korean people through, the pain of the Japanese occupation was a nation-wide memory. The scars ran deep, and while the government was quick to aid the Japanese, selling them weapons and helping them build up their armies, this was just to keep the Chinese away. If the Japanese were dogs that survived on America's shit, the Chinese were dogs that survived on their own shit. Korea was surrounded by dogs, and to the Koreans, dogs were a delicacy- to be eaten.<br/><br/>Both men sucked on the cigarettes, releasing grey smoke into the air and warming their lungs. In the distance, the lights of Seoul could just barley be seen. Fireworks began arcing above the capital and exploding into their characteristic bright bursts. Both men watched the sight in silence for a moment. These country boys definitely didn't see this every day. Much of Korea was still undeveloped, and some parts did not have electricity, let alone things like fireworks.<br/><br/>""Shit!"" Kim exclaimed, looking at his American watch, stolen from some high-ranking GI who had come by once and carelessly left it on a bench, ""Shit, I missed it!""<br/><br/>""What, you wanted to do a count-down? What if the Northerners hear you and think we're finally nuking them?""<br/><br/>""Fuck you. Happy New Year's.""<br/><br/>""Happy New Years. 1969 eh?""<br/><br/>""1969.""<br/><hr/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">1st January<br/>1969<br/>Blue House, Seoul<br/>Republic of Korea<br/><span style=""color: #FF0000"">New Year's Day</span></span><br/><br/>A soft western classical music record and champagne glasses filled with top-line French spirits marked the opulence that the President lived in. The ministers and other dignitaries were all here, dressed in smart western-style suits and dresses, along with a few who wore traditional Hanboks. This New Year's party, like most others, was the perfect time to make informal political alliances and relationships, and while jubilant on the surface, a tense undercurrent blanketed the whole room. The man himself stood at the end of the room, flanked by two bodyguards and holding an opened bottle of champagne that had been popped the moment the clock struck 12. New Year's.<br/><br/>He was a man of little outstanding features. Where Kim Il-Sung had his strange outward appearance and odd hair colours, and Mao Zedong had his characteristic mole and swept-back hair, Park Chung-Hee was just a Korean man. The slicked-back hair and the stern expression gave off a feeling of power, power over the Korean people, and the power to push Korea back to greatness. He was single-handedly trying to rebuild a nation destroyed by the Japanese, the communists and Syngman Rhee. And he was succeeding. Korea's economy was literally exploding 10% each year. The focus had always been on the military and reunification. Park would have none of that. His tiger economy was roaring, and his Reunification Later ideas were mostly accepted by the ever-richer Korean people. No longer would those starved communists in the North be the dominant power, while the South survived off the IV drip of the USA. It was time for the Blue Dragon to rise.<br/><br/>""Mr. President, sir. There is a major situation,"" Park looked to his side to see an assistant with an urgent expression. His wife was pouring champagne for their guests, enjoying herself. He loved his wife dearly. Sentimental, yes, but he could not imagine life without her. She gave him a concerned expression, noticing the aide. He gave her a smile and gestured for her to relax.<br/><br/>Park followed the assistant to the corner of the room, the bodyguards strategically placing themselves to block view of the two.<br/><br/>""Mr. President. Violent protests have begun in Hong Kong. They want to rejoin China. If this happens, this will weaken the British greatly in Asia, and us as well.""<br/><br/>The president looked at the man sternly. He couldn't care less about what some Chinese were doing. The British were hardly of any help to Korea. It was the US who was their friend, not some second-rate former power.<br/><br/>""So? Why are you telling me this?""<br/><br/>""I was told to bring the information to you, sir.""<br/><br/>""Dismissed. I don't want to hear anything about China on this wonderful night. Happy New Year, and bring my regards to the hard-working intelligence division for telling me what I read in the newspaper yesterday morning.""<br/><br/>Park left the man and returned to his original position with his wife. The man apparently left the room, because the President did not see him again that night. But now Park was thinking about China. He silently cursed the man for making his mind move. He would have to contact the USA soon and inform them of his need for more planes. He was always a military general at heart, even after he stepped down to run for president as a civilian. And he knew a bunch of old F-86s and some F-5s could not defend Korea. They needed the new plane, the Phantom-II.<br/><br/>He'd do it the day after tomorrow. With all the drinking and the early hours this party was stretching to, he doubted he would have enough energy to do a national address<span style=""font-style: italic"">and</span>ask the US for more planes the following day."
11703,1969: A Colder War (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323434,2014-12-12T22:43:00,Great Nepal,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Moscow, USSR<br/>January 1969</span><br/>General Secretary Brezhnev sat with Alexei Kosygin, after last year these two were the closest friends which made central committee rather uppity but its not like any of then had balls to speak up especially after Czechoslovakia. As the two men leaned back on brown leather sofa as Kosygin pulled the cigar while Brezhnev sipped on his iced scotch while he spoke up, after slight cough ""so the Romanian issue, what's going on down there?"" The question plastered expression of shock in Brezhnev's face, he was obviously unaware of full extent of issue feasting in his shadows.<br/><br/>Leaning forward on the chair, he asked the question that the face had already asked ""Romanian issue? I was going to let some bureaucrat handle it, collective leadership and that crap."" Brezhnev was aware that Romania was not fully committed to the pact ever since the '65 incident where Ceaușescus threw a fuss but given the backdrop, it was non issue for the leadership and someone in the council took charge of the issue. Frankly Brezhnev wanted to do the same thing again but for Kosygin, he leaned forward ""that's what I thought, but then I get a message from Romanian group claiming party is moving in concerning direction, apparently following Czech"".<br/><br/>""Terrorists?"", asked Brezhnev although answer was quite obvious. ""Only terrorist down there are Ceaușescus"", Kosygin scoffed before continuing ""seriously we should have handled this with Czechs"" however general secretary interrupted ""Dont you start Alexei, they weren't half as bad as Czech and you know it"". Kosygin smirked ""whatever you say, either way lets not have second revolution there. How do you feel about holding celebrations for 14 years of Warsaw Pact in Bucharest? Given short time we have, and high profile nature of the event we will need to have larger than average military presence there, carrying out sweeps and practising parades so we should expect to see temporary increase in concentration of soviet flags in Romanian capital. It would be perfectly natural for you to meet regularly with leader of host country and security concerns mandate these conversations not to be publicised.""<br/><br/>Brezhnev smiled, ""sometimes you are a half-genius, set up the paperwork I will sign it in the morning. Whats going on in China?"". Kosygin shook his head grabbing himself a glass ""someone's supposed to be preparing paperwork for me to look over. I will let you know in the morning"". Brezhnev just laughed ""yeah with the headache you will get, that's going to be new"" to which Kosygin just laughed commenting ""then day after tomorrow, its capitalist pigs fighting with Chinese traitors stop worrying so much. Your eyes get so wrinkled then I'll need to shoot you.""<br/><hr/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/d/d6/Coat_of_arms_of_the_Soviet_Union.svg/200px-Coat_of_arms_of_the_Soviet_Union.svg.png""/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Union of Soviet Socialist Republics</span><br/><span style=""font-size: 85%; line-height: 116%;"">To: Foreign ministry of all Warsaw Pact nations| From: People's Commissariat for Foreign Affairs| Subject: Warsaw pact celebration| Security: High| Urgency: High</span></div><br/>Greetings Comrades from Moscow,<br/><br/>It has been fourteen years since workers of Europe united under common banner of Warsaw Pact against threats posed by the capitalist alliance. I will not lie, it has not always been plain sailing however united we are stronger than we could possibly be divided and no matter the interests or attempts of our enemies to wedge cracks between us, we can not allow them to win and we must send a powerful message to the world that we remain united.<br/><br/>This is why, remembering 14<sup>th</sup> year since the proud moment where Warsaw pact came to life; it is our belief that a celebration is warranted. Given long lasting friendship expressed by Romanian government, it in further our opinion that this celebration ceremony must be hosted in Bucharest. We understand that this represents significant security and financial issues which is why, although we insist upon the host location, after discussions with Council of Ministers, we will provide all necessary materials, manpower and security for the ceremony.<br/><br/>It is the wish of General Secretary Leonid Ilyich Brezhnev to ensure success of this event and he personally requests attendance of all heads of states invited.<br/><br/>//BCC: Only available on copy posted to Romania<br/>General Secretary would like to express our deepest apology for not providing the Romanian government additional notice on our proposal. We would like to reiterates that given the short notice if Romanian government feels despite our support they will not be ready to host the event, it can be relocated although such decision would gravely disappoint the General Secretary.<br/><br/>Thank you,<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Andrei Gromyko</span><br/>Minister of Foreign Affairs of the USSR</blockquote>"
11704,1969: A Colder War (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323434,2014-12-12T23:25:00,The Miaphysite Church of Coptic Archism,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/Gxzt54f.png""/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Estado Español</span></span></span></div><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">January 1st, 1969<br/>Madrid, Spain</span><br/>Francisco Franco, Caudillo of the Estado Español, sat at the table smiling, as his technocratic advisers entered the room. They'd done a better job than the Falangists could have dreamed of, but Franco knew few of them and trusted fewer. ""It is a new year my friends!"" Franco announced happily, a rare but relieving sight. ""You all, you are the people responsible for the Spanish miracle, and I entrust in you the decision-making power of the Spanish State."" Franco liked to speak with a certain pomp. ""You are my advisers, and it is a new year."" There was a second of silence, before Franco waved his hands in the air. ""Advise me.""<br/><br/>One man, Franco swore he was one of the Opus Dei men, but wouldn't dare ask, leaned in and handed Franco a message that had came through from East Africa. Franco noted the coat of arms and asked ""What do the Ethiopian upstarts want with Spain?"" as he looked up. The adviser confidently replied, ""King Asmerom has offered to let Spanish companies extract oil. No specifics of course, the message didn't come through economic channels, but they seem quite happy to let us go in and start drilling."" Franco silently nodded as he read the message. He did not mention the fact that Franco was referred to as King. As Franco finished reading, he lowered the paper and looked around the room.<br/><br/>""If I may, sir, we should reply immediately and agree to their offer. We can offer to pay for infrastructure connecting the drilling sites to current East African networks, then move in, set up and start sending the Oil home. It will give us a source for Oil without importing from foreign companies, and if there's any excess we can sell that off on the international market. Spain's vehicle manufacturing sector is one of the fastest growing in the economy and we're going to need a lot of fuel for all those new cars."" Franco motioned his thanks to the man for his advice and then, clearly having made a decision, handed the message back. ""I will personally write back to King Asmerom, we will accept their offer.""<br/><br/>There was a short pause, before another of the advisers cleared his throat. ""Caudillo, I have been in contact about the El Cid project. The scientists in charge are looking at building a reactor."" Franco furrowed his brow in confusion. ""We're already paying for seven more, aren't we?"" The man nodded and replied ""Yes sir, the second generation civilian reactors are being built already, but they want to build one for their research and later, for the weaponization. I've looked carefully and found room in the budget for the construction, if you will allow, Caudillo."" Franco sat silently for some time before waving his hand and saying ""You have my permission."" The man nodded in thanks.<br/><br/>Lastly, three of the advisers pulled out large amounts of paperwork. The middle one spoke first. ""Caudillo, my compatriots and I have worked hard to develop a plan to push the Spanish Miracle even further."" Franco scratched his mustache and asked ""What do you have?"" The man on the left responded ""We have taken a leaf out of the book from a long-gone ally of ours."" Franco narrowed his eyes but did not respond. ""As questionable as the regime became in later years, their early economic policies were genius."" Franco nodded, he was as surprised as anyone at the success in rebuilding Germany during the 1930's. ""With the Miracle in full drive, our government income is being taken with it and we have a lot of money to throw around that we haven't quite assigned to anything yet.""<br/><br/>Franco waved his arm and said ""Get on with it."" The man nodded and replied ""Of course, Caudillo. We propose a complete refurbishment of Spain's infrastructure. This government's policies have repaired industry and agriculture in Spain, but only so much can be done with decrepit roads and rusted ports. We will build a new, large highway system connecting the major centers and nexuses in the nation, repair the roads we haven't fixed yet, replace the old trains with new, better engines and refurbish the rail grid, and modernize our important Ports and Airports. The construction will open thousands, tens of thousands of jobs, and when it's done we'll have a completely modern infrastructure system which can rival any western nation, a huge boon for our economy.""<br/><br/>Franco shrugged his shoulders and responded ""That sounds very expensive..."" The man nodded and said ""Yes, of course Caudillo, this plan will be very expensive indeed. Thankfully, however, Spain can afford the expense. This government has functioned on very little spending in the past and with the Spanish Miracle, we have a large amount of income we're not usually bringing in. I implore you, Caudillo, Spain will profit from this plan, in the long term."" Franco scratched his mustache again. He mused that it was nearly time for a shave. ""Very well, begin this plan of yours.""<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/f/f0/Coat_of_Arms_of_Spain_%281945-1977%29.svg/243px-Coat_of_Arms_of_Spain_%281945-1977%29.svg.png""/></div><br/><span style=""font-size: 85%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Addressed Towards:</span> King Asmerom Yohannes Abey of East Africa<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Directed by:</span> Francisco Franco, Caudillo of Estado Español<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Encryption:</span> <span style=""color: #00BF00"">Low</span></span><br/>A warm greetings to the Kingdom of East Africa, I do sincerely hope all is well for you and your people. Your offer is generous and any man would be a fool to decline. I would like to offer Spanish investment into your nation's Infrastructure, perhaps funding for a modern road network, in exchange for your offer. Should you agree, I will immediately dispatch prospectors and corporate officials from Spain to begin establishing our first drilling sites.<br/><br/>All the best for you and your nation,<br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/e/e1/Francisco_Franco_Signature.svg/320px-Francisco_Franco_Signature.svg.png""/></blockquote></div></div></div>"
11705,1969: A Colder War (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323434,2014-12-13T02:23:00,Elam-Kurdistan,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Havana</span><br/><br/>Fidel Castro looked over the bustling city of Havana. Cuba, a country that had been invaded by the USA 8 year before was always at risk from attack. Last time the Cuban army had crushed the imperialists thanks to superior numbers, experience and motivation. However, this victory did not mean Cuba was invulnerable, the fighter at the bay of pigs had been (officially) only ""volunteers"", with CIA training and equipment though. They had aimed to crush Castro, but after the Cuban victory, his popularity rose. However Cuba still needed to beef up it defenses, that is why Fidel wrote to his close friend and leader of the USSR, Leonid Brezhnev.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To Comrade Leonid<br/><br/>Cuba has managed to crush one imperialist invasion attempt, that is why I ask of you three things.<br/><br/>1. The USSR will support Cuba in anyway possible in the event of an invasion<br/>2. The USSR will provide experienced engineers to help Cuba along the path of industrialization<br/>3. Cuba would like to acquire the following from the USSR<br/><br/>-300 T-64's's<br/>-400 BTR-60's<br/>-400 BRDM-2's<br/>-300 S-75 Dvina's<br/>-200 S-125 Neva/Pechora's<br/>-600 ZU-23-2's<br/>-150 ZSU-23-4<br/>-500,000 AKM's <br/>-4,000 DShK machine guns<br/>-8,000 AK-47's<br/>-200 MiG-23's<br/><br/>If you agree to my request's Cuba will be able to defend itself in the event of an invasion and help export socialism to countries across the world. <br/><br/>Fidel Castro</blockquote><br/><br/>Also today, industrialisation plans were announced, which include the paving over of dirt roads and the creation of more textile factories in southern Cuba."
11706,1969: A Colder War (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323434,2014-12-13T08:47:00,The National Dominion of Hungary,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Rzeczpospolita Polska Ludowa.</span></div><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Warsaw</span></div><br/><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/H5BACYo.jpg?1""/></div><br/><br/>He stood by the heavy curtains of the window of the Palace of Culture, looking out at the city that only 24 years ago was nothing, only a pile of rubble with a handful of haggard human shilouettes crawling in the ruins. A city that had resurrected like a phoenix from the ashes, by the efforts of the Party and the strenght of the Workers, a city that wished him gone. The man's name was Wladyslaw Gomulka and he was the First Secretary of the PZPR, Poland's communist party, and thus, the country's undisputed master. The PZPR had never held significant support from the public, he thought as he looked at the trolleybus that stopped below, releasing a gaggle of children in Scout uniforms and their caretakers who led them toward the doors of the skyscaper.<br/><br/>The people walking those streets, they wanted free elections. They wished for the Western Imperialists who had betrayed Poland again and again to return with the false promises and bloodsucking corporations that milked the Polish people. In a way, they were right. Gomulka could see the reason behind it. But he was a man beholden to the days when men who put the good of the country above that of that of themselves and their party ruled the nation. A nation united as one force, one hand, one mind. Not divided between bickering partisan fops in a chamber shouting left and right about non-issues. That was not what Poland needed, Poland needed the PZPR, but it needed a PZPR that did what was best for it's people. The Polish way to socialism that he had begun implementing had averted the hatred toward the regime, there were signs of legitimate support among the broader masses.<br/><br/>But the Soviets would not have it. He had to stop, and now, all the good that had come from the reforms was pulling the nation to ruin. He had lended money for economic expansion projects and infrastructural improvements, now it all stood still, the people were without work. The new industries which were supposed to repay the loans were never completed. To raise the money needed to repay the debts he had to stop the import of foreign luxuries and raise prices. The peoples reaction? Gomulka sighed. Predictable, they had started to love him, now they hated him with a passion.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Death to the Moscowite Lapdog!</span>Was among the grafitti that started appearing across the country.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Never forget the cursed soldiers!""</span>Poland was a powder keg, the people once again looked to the west, to the Government in Exile as they had done under the Stalinist terror under Bierut's time as First Secretay. Gomulka had ended the Stalinist era in Poland with his own hands, and the ingrates wished to see him hang.<br/><br/>Wladyslaw turned away from the window and returned to his ornate mahogany desk, upon it was a good number of documents that would soon, in orderly paths, travel from one stack to another, never lingering longer than they needed. One was of specific importance, the 14'th anniversary of the Warsaw Pact, it would be... interesting. Gomulka would of course attend, he had much to discuss with the comrades...<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div><span style=""font-size: 85%; line-height: 116%;""><div align=""center"">From: Foreign Ministry of the People's Republic of Poland.</div></span><br/><span style=""font-size: 85%; line-height: 116%;""><div align=""center"">To: Foreign Ministry of the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics.</div></span><br/><br/>Poland shall of course attend through the First Secretary himself in this expression of unity and friendship. It is the most sincere hope of the PZPR that these festivities give any and all Western Imperialist powers and counterrevolutionary forces a clear message that the nations that still stand for true socialism in this world are close brothers, friends and comrades. In light of the destabilizing events in Asia, it is more important now that ever before.<br/><br/>Signed: Ryszard Olejnik of the MSZ-PRL.<br/></div></blockquote>"
11707,1969: A Colder War (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323434,2014-12-13T12:07:00,Akksum,"January 7th, 1969<br/>East Africa, Addis Ababa<br/>Palace of Addis,<br/>King Asmerom Yohannes Abey,<br/><br/>King Asmerom sat in his own section of the palace again, staring at the map coloroing the USSR, China, Mongolia (Both sides), Vietnam, all of Eastern Europe, but turkey. Also some Middle-eastern states in the color red for Communist/Socialist. He began to color U.S, Spain, and Brazil in blue, possible allies for East Africa. He colored almost ALL of Africa in black, which is the land he wishes to unify under one banner. He began to look at the map, korea was a shit hole at the moment, Democracy, and Communism at a stand still almost the 47th Parallel. Egypt was one of the enemies that stood against east Africa, and he began to remember. Bismarck's way to form Germany he used his enemies to his advantage. King Asmerom began to make up an ideal situation, messaging the President of Egypt,<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""To NPC""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: President of Egypt<br/>Encryption<span style=""color: #008000"">Low</span><br/><br/>Hello President of Egypt, I King Asmerom Yohannes Abey of East Africa hereby invite your ambassador to my lands to talk of keeping the peace between us. We know that the peace is very shaky as you wish to push us past the 47th Parallell to going and take more of the red sea. But I am willing to overlook this for now, just to keep the peace between us. I wish to hear from you.<br/><br/>Sincerely, King Asmerom Yohannes Abey of East Africa</blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/>After sending the telegram he heard the machine go off as soon as he turned around, he looked at his administrator of Foreign relations. The Foreign relations look at the telegram, as it came out. Once the Telegram came out fully, the king grabbed it, and looked it over,<br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/f/f0/Coat_of_Arms_of_Spain_%281945-1977%29.svg/243px-Coat_of_Arms_of_Spain_%281945-1977%29.svg.png""/></div><br/><span style=""font-size: 85%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Addressed Towards:</span> King Asmerom Yohannes Abey of East Africa<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Directed by:</span> Francisco Franco, Caudillo of Estado Español<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Encryption:</span> <span style=""color: #00BF00"">Low</span></span><br/>A warm greetings to the Kingdom of East Africa, I do sincerely hope all is well for you and your people. Your offer is generous and any man would be a fool to decline. I would like to offer Spanish investment into your nation's Infrastructure, perhaps funding for a modern road network, in exchange for your offer. Should you agree, I will immediately dispatch prospectors and corporate officials from Spain to begin establishing our first drilling sites.<br/><br/>All the best for you and your nation,<br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/e/e1/Francisco_Franco_Signature.svg/320px-Francisco_Franco_Signature.svg.png""/></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/>The King smiled at the request from the Spanish, he noticed that they really wanted the wealth that hid itself in the borders of his kingdom. He began to telegram back, effective immediately to the message,<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""To Francisco Franco""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">[box]<br/>To: Francisco Franco, Caudillo of Estado Español<br/>Encryption: <span style=""color: #FFFF40"">Medium</span><br/><br/>Dear Francisco Franco, Caudillo of Estado Español, I King Asmerom Yohannes Abey of East Africa hereby accept your request to build more Infrastructure in our country as this would be very beneficial to the Companies that move about in my borders, and the people themselves. I wish to ask you for an economic alliance, and a defensive pact to help keep your companies, and my people safe. I wish to hear from you Great Francisco Franco, Caudillo of Estado Español.<br/><br/>Sincerely, King Asmerom Yohannes Abey of East Africa[/ox]</div></div></div>"
11708,1969: A Colder War (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323434,2014-12-13T15:36:00,Reddogkeno101,"1st January 1969<br/><br/>Charles De Gaulle, hero and President of France, sits in his office overlooking the bustling Paris streets. From here, he can see the Notre Dame and Eiffel Tower; two magnificent sights to be seen. But something has been on his mind ever since he read a column on the 'Rise of China' a year ago. He had seen the non-aligned nations such as India going along, but China was it's own faction in this Cold War; which could be swayed one way or the other as it had been shown already. The influence China held to the Cold War was immense, and it could bring about an end to it. However, back at home in Europe, they had a more immediate threat; the Soviets and East-Germany. In between the first and second world wars, the Maginot Line was created to stop the Germans again. However, they left a gap in a forest, and the Germans pushed through and smashed France. However, the time of fortifications was over; it was 1969 and guerrilla tactics were taking hold. The French knew their land much better than any invading force, so they had to use their homeground advantage to their strengths. The French Army Reserve was key to holding France in any invasion, so it was to be expanded to 150 000 from the current 90 000. The Air Force was in top-notch strength with their combination of French and American fighters, with several new designs of French planes underway. De Gaulle saw it fit to keep the Soviets at bay by putting a battalion of the French Army in West-Germany, with their permission. With that, he sent a telegram offering the support.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: West Germany<br/>From: Charles De Gaulle, President of France<br/><br/>Sir,<br/><br/>In these times of uncertainty, we believe it is most appropriate that we send a battalion of the French Army to assist in defending you against the Soviet Menace. We ask permission to send these forces into your territory and base them in Karlsruhe.<br/><br/>Much Appreciated,<br/><br/>Charles De Gaulle.</blockquote>"
11709,1969: A Colder War (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323434,2014-12-14T05:52:00,Tracian Empire,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">Bucharest<br/>January 1969</span></span></span></span><br/><br/>The General Secretary Nicolae Ceausescu entered his office in the Building of the Central Comitee of the Romanian Communist Party. The 1st Party Meeting of '69 just ended. He was pretty tired, there were all sorts of problems. He took a glass from his desk and poured some brandy in it.<br/>Someone knocked at the door.<span style=""font-style: italic"">You can enter!</span>, said Ceausescu. It was Vlad Anghelescu, the head of the ""Securitatea"", the romanian secret police and one of Ceausecu's best friend.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Comrade General Secretary, we have..</span>, started Anghelescu to say.<span style=""font-style: italic"">You don't need to talk so to me. We are friends. Talk normal</span>, said Ceausescu.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Nicolae, we have problems, We have recived a letter from Andrei Gromyko, the<br/>Minister of Foreign Affairs of the USSR .</span>Ceausescu frowned and said:<span style=""font-style: italic"">A letter? What does it say? The Russians want to hold a celebration for 14 years of Warsaw Pact. <span style=""font-weight: bold"">In Bucharest</span>..</span>, answered Anghelescu.<span style=""font-style: italic"">What?! When?</span>, said Ceausescu surprised.<span style=""font-style: italic""> As soon as possible.The Polish First Secretary already informed us that he's coming. Really?! And from where does the USSR think that we have the money to hold such a celebration. And you know, the Russians aren't too popular here., said Ceausescu. Well they said that they will send us all necessary materials, manpower and security for the ceremony. It's clealrly what they want to do. It's a power demonstartion from them. They want to increase the number of Russian forces here, answered Anghelescu. Just 10 years have passed since the Soviet ocupation forces leaved.What should we do? Maybe thay want to do the same thing as in Czechoslovakia, said Ceausescu pouring some more brandy in his glass. Do you want? </span>Anghelescu smiled an took a glass.<span style=""font-style: italic"">We can't refuse, so we must be careful. They truly didn't liked our refuse to send troops there. You know that in the West you are called ""The Young Rebel from the East"", said Anghelescu. Put all the Securitate in full alert. Send Ogoranu a message. He and his men can't be seen by the Russians. See you later.</span>, answered Ceausescu.<span style=""font-style: italic"">See you later, comrade</span>said Anghelescu and leaved.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Those damned Russians!</span>thinked Ceausescu.<br/><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/ITvM5Rt.png""/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">The Socialist Republic of Romania</span></span></span><br/><span style=""font-size: 85%; line-height: 116%;"">From: Romanian Ministry of Foreign Affairs - To: All countries of the Warsaw Pact</span><br/>Greetings to all of you comrades,<br/>We are deply honoured of the USSR's proposal to hold the celebrations in Bucharest, and we accept it. We have all the manpower and materials we need, so you don't need to worry, but any7 help will be welcomed. The celebrations will be held in two weeks, and we assure you that it will be secure. All the liders can bring their own bodyguards and whateveer they want. You will all be welcomed by the General Secretary Ceausescu in person, and we hope that this celebrations will be succesful.<br/>Signed,<br/>Nicolae Ceausecu, General Secretary of the Romanian Communist Party and President of the Socialist Republic of Romania</blockquote>"
11710,1969: A Colder War (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323434,2014-12-14T09:51:00,Al Nahar,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">January 14 1969</span><br/><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.crwflags.com/fotw/images/i/iq)1965.gif""/></div><br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div><div align=""center"">Office of the President of Iraq<br/>To: The Soviet Union</div><br/><br/>To my esteemed friends in Moscow, it is with the deepest pleasure I am writing this to you. We are concerned with the rising tension across the world, specifically with events in Asia and NATOs royal ally in Persia(Iran). We ask that perhaps we can reach a deal regarding the sale of Russian helicopters, combat fighter jets, and a licence to produce an Iraqi variant of the t-55 and perhaps the T-62. It assure these weapons will not be used to counter Soviet ambitions in the Arab world as our interests are in line with many of yours. <br/><br/>Sincerely<br/><br/></div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Baghdad, Iraq</span></span></div><br/><br/>The president and the a group of high generals in the Iraqi military took the decision to re-organize the entire Air Defense Corps to fit the changing environment in the Middle East. More recruits were brought in to expand the ADC to be able to cover many regular army ground units. Missiles were installed in various corridors of the Iraqi desert near Syria and Jordan with radar stations also built to provide information and support. The Iraqi government is also seeking technological and military aid from the Soviet Union to further its capability to defend its airspace from external aggressors. All over Iraq aircraft were taking part in joint exercises with local Air Defense Corps to strengthen coordination between flying combat aircraft and ground Anti-Aircraft units. Iraq realized the importance of Air dominance in any future Middle East war especially since the terrain was wide an open. It was a new dawn for Iraq.<br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.rb-29.net/html/04.paavtnart/PAShowScans/LateAdditions11/SAMSite3.gif""/>"
11711,1969: A Colder War (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323434,2014-12-14T11:41:00,Pinebarrensyia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">January, 1969, Parliament Hill, Ottawa, Canada</span><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://img2.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20140303010834/elderscrolls/images/d/d4/Canadian_Flag.jpg""/></div><br/><br/>As the New Year’s celebrations winded down, business as usual was returning to Canada. For Prime Minister Pierre Trudeau and the other members of the Canadian government, the “usual business” was dealing with a wide spectrum of national and international issues. With a three way tug-of-war for world dominance amongst NATO, the Warsaw Pact, and China and her allies, international issues were quite a frequent occurrence.<br/><br/>“So, do we know what the British will do about Hong Kong,” Trudeau asked his Secretary of State for External Affairs, Mitchell Sharp, while he drank his morning coffee.<br/><br/>“It’s hard to tell at this point. They probably won’t want the Chinese to gain any more footholds in Asia, but on the other hand, they don’t want to start a war. A war, that we would eventually get involved with,” Sharp stated.<br/><br/>“Hmm, keep an eye on Hong Kong and the British response. We won’t give an official response or stance on the situation until the UK makes its move,” Trudeau responded.<br/><br/>Sharp nodded and left the room. Alone, Trudeau finished his coffee and begun to look through the stack of papers on his desk. He read a new proposal for more trade agreements with the United States. Trudeau wrote up a letter to his southern neighbor.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To President Richard Nixon of the United States,<br/> <br/>The United States and Canada have long shared a prosperous relationship with each other, and I feel that forming more economic pacts and trade agreements will only strengthen our relations. Please respond at your convenience so we can discuss the specifics of the agreements.<br/> <br/>Sincerely, Prime Minister Pierre Trudeau, Canada</blockquote><br/><br/><br/>Meanwhile……<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Somewhere in the Western Canadian Sedimentary Basin, Alberta/Northwest Territories border</span><br/><br/>“Damn…..th.th.this c.c.cold,” Robert Lansing murmured, shaking in the frigid wind.<br/><br/>Robert Lansing was a geologist from the University of British Columbia who was part of a small expedition party tasked with surveying the area for potential deposits of natural resources, primarily oil. Lansing was upset that he was out here in January and wanted the expedition to take place in July, but the government officials and the oil companies who funded the expedition (probably American companies at that) were impatient and wanted results as quickly as possible. And so, Lansing and his group trekked across what many people considered a frozen wasteland. However, Lansing knew this “frozen wasteland” had hidden wealth just waiting to be discovered; one just needed to know where to look.<br/><br/>Lansing and his group continued their slow trek towards and outcropping near a frozen stream. They were looking for a type sandstone, common in Alberta, containing a mixture of sand, clay and water, saturated with a very dense and viscous form of petroleum. Recent surveys indicated that the border between Alberta and Northwest Territories could contain a large reserve oil sands (and possibly shale oil). Now, Lansing had the opportunity to find out.<br/><br/>“Hey, check this out,” one of the assistants shouted while motioning for Lansing to some over.<br/><br/>“What is it?” Lansing asked, still shivering in the cold.<br/><br/>“I think I found some of the sandstone you’re looking for,” the assistant replied, crouching over small area he cleared of snow.<br/><br/>Lansing came over and looked down. The black material was covered in a layer of frost. Lansing was surprised and excited by the find. He his pickax began to strike the spot, and after several repeated strikes, Lansing broke the frozen top layer, revealing a much softer sand. Another assistant came over with a container. Lansing took a handful of the sand and placed it in the container.<br/><br/>“This should be enough for testing. Now we know there is oil sands here. Now its just a matter of how much is here,” Lansing said.<br/><br/>After recording a few more notes and observations, the group packed up equipment and began the long journey back to civilization.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://ostseis.anl.gov/images/photos/TarSands-TH.jpg""/>Sample taken by Robert Lansing</div>"
11712,1969: A Colder War (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323434,2014-12-14T11:58:00,Neo-Assyrian Empire,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/BKSKuKh.png""/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">The Socialist Republic of Mongolia</span><br/><span style=""font-size: 125%; line-height: 116%;"">Монгол Улсын Социалист Бүгд Найрамдах Улс</span></span></div><hr/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ulan Bator</span><br/>The Capitol of North Mongolia and the pride of the Mongolian peoples. Ulan Bator rose high above the steppes of Mongolia and could be seen as a bastion of Communism in the East. But Premier Tsedenbal thought otherwise, at least today. Although he still believed that the capitol was the best part of Mongolia, he believed it could be better, which will only come with unity. As the Premier looked out the window of the Capitol Building, he sleepily dreamed of the future of the Soviet Republic. But today was not about day dreaming, it was about action.<br/><br/>Tsedenbal stood there until an aide came forth. ""Premier,"" he said. Tsedenbal slowly turned around. ""Moscow has relayed this communique to us. They wish to commemorate the 14<sup>th</sup>anniversary of the Warsaw Pact with a celebration in Bucharest."" The Premier took the message and read it. He slowly nodded in approval.<br/><br/>""Thank you, sir."" The aide saluted and left. Tsedenbal returned to the window.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""One day,""</span>he thought,<span style=""font-style: italic"">""I shall return Mongolia to its former glory. And with the help of Moscow, that day may soon come.""</span>After spending a few more minutes gazing out upon the capitol, Tsedenbal returned to his work and sent out several messages.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/QeaakTW.png""/><br/><span style=""font-size: 125%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Communique from the Socialist Republic of Mongolia</span></span></div>To: Leonid Brezhnev, Presidium of the USSR<br/>From: Yumjaagiin Tsedenbal, Premier of the Socialist Republic of Mongolia<hr/>Mendchilgee, Comrade!<br/>It would be an honor to visit Bucharest and celebrate the unity of all communist nations. You need not provide anything for me, as I would prefer to have my own body guards and such while visiting. Let us hope that this meeting of all communist powers will show the decadent West that, even after fourteen years, the East still stands strong.<br/><br/>Now, I must ask you of a favor. The Mongolians and Russians have always been great allies, so why would now be any different than before? I have been planning for sometime to invade the South and purge the illegitimate Maoist regime there. However, I fear that the Mongol military is unfit to pull off such a large campaign or even hold off a Chinese counter-attack, if they wish to defend their satellite states. That is why I ask you, comrade, if the Union would be willing to stand with our military and reclaim rightful communist land.<br/><br/><div style=""float: right;"">~Yumjaagiin Tsedenbal</div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/QeaakTW.png""/><br/><span style=""font-size: 125%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Communique from the Socialist Republic of Mongolia</span></span></div>To: Comrade Josip Tito, Leader of Yugoslavia<br/>From: Yumjaagiin Tsedenbal, Premier of the Socialist Republic of Mongolia<hr/>Mendchilgee, Comrade!<br/>I have heard of the power of your nation, and I am saddened and surprised by the lack of respect that it has received. Now, I believe that your nation is more powerful than most could believe and, if you let me, I can allow you to flex your military muscle. The Socialist Republic is, at the moment, preparing to invade the People's Republic of Mongolia. However, I believe that a battle with them could make China launch a counter attack, a counter attack that would devastate North Mongolia. Now, if your nation backs my nation, we could launch a blow that would crush the South Mongolians as well as fend off a Chinese counter attack.<br/><br/>So, what do you think? Would you be willing to accept such an offer?<br/><div style=""float: right;"">~Yumjaagiin Tsedenbal</div></blockquote>"
11713,1969: A Colder War (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323434,2014-12-14T12:42:00,Independent States of Tula,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">January, 1969, Tel Aviv</span><br/><br/>""Prime Minister, what al-Bakr is during in Iraq could be a grave threat to Israeli security. We cannot let our guard down."" Zvi Zamir pointed out from his spot at the conference table.<br/><br/>Prime Minister Meir had called an emergency meeting with the heads of the various agencies and departments which held advice on the situation once she had been informed of Iraq's recent militarization. The ""Iron Lady"" as she was often called needed to hear the full story before she could make any decisions on what to do.<br/><br/>""I'm in agreement with my compatriot from Mossad, however I feel we should be cautious before we do anything rash that could turn Iraq's attention to us."" the Director of Aman, Major General Aharon Yariv added.<br/><br/>""So, what do we know exactly?"" Prime Minister Golda Meir asked.<br/><br/>""Well, Prime Minister it seems that President al-Bakr has re-organized the Iraqi Air Defense Corps and more recruits are being brought in to further strengthen the ADC. Furthermore we know that multiple missiles have been moved towards the borders Iraq has with Syria and Jordan...though Mossad was unable to find their exact locations. We also believe radar is being installed alongside the missiles as that would make sense as missiles are useless if they can't find their targets...again we don't have confirmation on where they are though. Lastly there's been a distinct increase in military exercises concerning aerial warfare."" Zvi Zamir explained before adding ""It's my firm belief that these defenses that Iraq have built up would seriously impair Israeli strikes against Iraqi Infrastructure should such methods be needed for our defense. Iraq has not been Israel's friend in the past and I doubt it will now, I'm sure they especially remember that incident with Munir Redfa still and have their suspicions it was us, as such I recommend immediate action against these defenses before they become too much for the IAF to handle.""<br/><br/>""Again I have to stress that we should not do anything to provoke Iraq's aggression against us. We are already hated for our continued control of the territory we captured in the Six Day War, if we were strike Iraq then we run the risk of the Arab States declaring war on us...and depending on how many nations strike at us we may not be able to properly defend ourselves."" Major General Aharon Yariv stated clearly.<br/><br/>""I disagree, I feel that Zvi is right, this militarization in Iraq is a threat to Israeli security and we must deal with it."" Chief of General Staff Haim Bar-Lev of the IDF countered before explaining ""However we should strive to be quiet about our involvement in dealing with this threat. I think Mossad should lead the spearhead in our defense on this issue.""<br/><br/>Prime Minister Meir looked to Zvi and asked ""Can Mossad do anything about these possible threats to Israeli security Director Zamir?""<br/><br/>Zvi gave a small smirk before replying ""Yes Prime Minister, I can have operatives inside Iraq to perform an operation. We'll need more local informants so as to have deniability if they get captured, I can have a team covertly look for those who might be willing to spy against al-Bakr's military and recruit them to our cause...those close to the missile and radar projects would receive increased attention by this team.""<br/><br/>""And what happens if your agents get captured?"" Major General Aharon Yariv asked.<br/><br/>""Mossad is careful, there will be no ties to Israel in the team I'll send...they'll also be of Arab origin so as to avoid suspicion. I can practically ensure success in recruiting spies close to this militarization of Iraq."" Zvi Zamir replied.<br/><br/>Prime Minister Meir nodded and stated ""Very well. Director Zamir...send your team in, let's find some informants.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">///</span><br/><br/>OOC: One team of Arab-origin Mossad operatives are being sent to Iraq to recruit local informers who took part in the moving of missiles and the creation of radar stations on Iraq's western border so as to obtain their exact locations for any future operations if necessary. They carry no ID's or personal effects which tie them to Israel and are sworn to keep their allegiance a secret. It is up to Al Nahar how successful they are as they operate in his nation."
11714,1969: A Colder War (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323434,2014-12-14T16:08:00,The Emerald Dragon,"<div align=""center"">DPRK, Pyongyang, January 1969</div><br/><br/><br/>Hard boots stomped on the concrete ground in unison as the formally dressed KPA units marched down the wide street, the crowds next to them were forming the North Korean flag and various communist insignia with pieces of card. Above them was Kim Il Sung, the Great Leader, Generalissimo and anything else you could think of. Next to him were the usual - generals, admirals, high ranking politicians etc, they thought of power and he thought of reform; because a small gap was slowly widening between North and South. Unfortunately these reforms couldn't be too obvious, the Chinese would see to that. Although despite his stormy rhetoric it was dawning on him that economic and social reforms were a needed reality.<br/><br/>First would be the implementation of a system allowing the citizens of Pyongyang to trade goods at stalls for North Korean Won, or U.S dollars if they were the richer political class. This would also be trialled on the North Korean-Chinese border where the citizenry often ended up considerably wealthier than the citizenry of Pyongyang. But before that, the basics would require fertiliser for crops, and there was one place where this could be obtained rather... well with difficulty but a letter or two could sweeten it hopefully."
11715,1969: A Colder War (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323434,2014-12-14T16:50:00,Thesda,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">January, 1969</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Washington DC, USA</span><br/><br/>Richard Nixon flipped a pen between his fingers while his radio hummed quietly in the background. As usual, Henry Kissinger was present in the Oval Office, pacing angrily and muttering to himself. Nixon swore the man only had one mode.<br/><br/>""Still no word from the Chinese, I assume then?"" the President asked.<br/><br/>""No. Nothing. Not even an acknowledgement that they received our message. This isn't good, Rich--""<br/><br/>""Don't call me Rich. Please.""<br/><br/>Henry stared at him blankly. ""This isn't good,<span style=""font-style: italic"">Rich.</span>What if the Chinese are purposefully ignoring our letter? What if they're pretending that they never received it due to some, I don't know, clerical error, so it doesn't hurt our relations when they turn down an offer for an alliance?""<br/><br/>Richard had been bending over to pick up the pen he had dropped, but then he sat bolt upright. ""Whoa, an alliance? With a communist country? Henry, how much haven't you been telling me?"" he asked.<br/><br/>""Don't call me Henry. Please."" Nixon was not amused. ""Alright, alright,"" Henry said, putting up his hands in defeat. ""We can take it slow. But think of the possibilities if China was friendly with us instead of the Soviets. Hell, think about what would happen if they joined NATO!""<br/><br/>Just then, a secretary came in with a sealed letter. She curtly greeted the two politicians and scurried out of the Oval Office. Henry Kissinger's face visibly lit up when he saw the letter, but he died back down to his normal paranoid sense when he saw the Canadian insignia on it.<br/><br/>Nixon opened the letter.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Pinebarrensyia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323434&amp;p=22794336#p22794336"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To President Richard Nixon of the United States,<br/> <br/>The United States and Canada have long shared a prosperous relationship with each other, and I feel that forming more economic pacts and trade agreements will only strengthen our relations. Please respond at your convenience so we can discuss the specifics of the agreements.<br/> <br/>Sincerely, Prime Minister Pierre Trudeau, Canada</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/>Kissinger raised an eyebrow. ""Improved economic cooperation?""<br/><br/>Nixon nodded. ""Do it.""<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">To:</span> Prime Minister Pierre Trudeau of Canada<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">From:</span> US Foreign Relations Office<br/><br/>Prime Minister Trudeau,<br/><br/>Having personally reviewed your suggestion of the removal of the remaining economic barriers between our nations, and an increase in the volume of international trade, I can happily agree to the formation of more economic agreements between the United States and Canada, and look forward to the benefits this improved economic cooperation will bring to the both of us. In the face of the Warsaw Pact threat and the rise of Communism in many modern nations, it is especially important for free-market economies like ours to become closer as economic partners. Thank you for your offer.<br/><br/>Signed,<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Richard Nixon</span>, President-in-Chief of the United States of America.</blockquote><br/><br/>When Nixon swept the letter from Canada off his desk, he found another piece of correspondence from the Prime Minister of Israel.<br/><br/>They wanted to join NATO.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">To:</span> All NATO Nations; Israel<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">From:</span> United States Foreign Relations Office<br/><br/>Attention Nations of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization,<br/><br/>The independent state of Israel would like to officially join the ranks of NATO and defend the Western world from outside threats. The USA is personally supportive of this idea, as a NATO member in the Middle East could be beneficial to our cause for peace and justice in the world. However, if any NATO nations are opposed to this, please respond at your earliest convenience.<br/><br/>Signed,<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Richard Nixon</span>, President-in-Chief of the United States of America</blockquote>"
11716,1969: A Colder War (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323434,2014-12-14T18:59:00,Toishima,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://img3.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20141215011257/planet-of-diqiu/images/d/d3/Rokaf_f86_sabre.jpg""/><br/>Republic of Korea Air Force F-86 Sabres</div><hr/><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #0000BF""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Blue Dragon Rising</span><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Duel of the Dragons, Part 2</span></span></span><br/><hr/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">January<br/>Blue House<br/>Seoul, Republic of Korea</span><br/><br/>""...I hope we see eye to eye on this matter, President Nixon,"" President Park dictated as he paced across the room. The secretary took down notes, to be translated into an English letter and sent off later. Park's English was<span style=""font-style: italic"">okay</span>, but he did not feel like his skills were good enough for writing an English letter to the US President. The man was extremely crucial to Park's survival and Korea's survival. The loss of American confidence in Korea could lead to the loss of American aid, and thus his Tiger Economy would just... die. That could not happen. Not while they were still rising.<br/><br/>The secretary looked up at the President.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Beautiful young woman, I hope she finds a good husband for her.</span>He nodded to her and smiled. It was finished. She read it back to him to his approval, then gave a small bow before leaving the room. Park moved behind his large mahogany desk, the top surface polished with a reflective sheen. There was paperwork to do. Taxes, urban redevelopment programs and the like... It was never-ending.<br/><br/>He changed his mind and stood up again. Always decisive in public, making the snap calls needed to keep Korea on track. In private, he hesitated to describe himself as entirely focused all the time.<span style=""font-style: italic"">A man has to take a break some times...</span>His wife was out of the city to attend some kind of social event in Pusan, so he was technically alone for the time being. The staff was there, but who enjoys talking to some random servants? Park moved out of the room and headed for the Blue House gardens, covered in a layer of soft snow.<br/><br/>As soon as he stepped out of the door, five bodyguards showed up from...<span style=""font-style: italic"">Somewhere</span>and surrounded him at strategic distances. He was not suffocated, but he was still covered. Since that Northern raid the year before, security was extremely tight. He supposed there were snipers and more guards hidden in places he himself could not see. This would not stop him from enjoying his time out here in the cold, and he spent his time roaming over the garden, looking at the frozen plants. Even the hard-boiled President of Korea had a softer side, after all.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""USA""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/9/96/Emblem_of_South_Korea.svg/239px-Emblem_of_South_Korea.svg.png""/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">The Republic of Korea<br/>대한민국</span></span><br/>홍익인간<br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">To the United States of America</span></span></div><br/><br/>Greetings, President Richard Nixon:<br/><br/> In this turbulent era, military preparedness is of the utmost importance. With violent nations hiding behind every corner and plotting the downfall of freedom and democracy, one's military has to be prepared for all eventualities. We regret to say that the people of the Republic of Korea feels more and more threatened every day by the communists all around us. We want to work closely with the United States of America, as we always have, but we cannot do so with inadequate equipment.<br/><br/> Allow me to get to the point. President Nixon, in the interest of keeping the Republic of Korea's military up-to-date and prepared for any eventuality- a dangerous wait, knowing these unpredictable communists- I am interested in purchasing more equipment and materials to keep the Republic of Korea Armed Forces prepared and ready for combat. A full list is enclosed, but the most important are ninety-two (92) F-4D Phantom IIs. These planes are sorely needed to bolster our Republic of Korea Air Force.<br/><br/> Furthermore, to continue growing the economy of South Korea and bring the nation closer to a state of self-reliance and modernity, we humbly request for more US aid funds to be provided for our use.<br/><br/> Put frankly, we require such military equipment and aid to continue contributing effectively to the defence of freedom in East Asia, and the containment of communism. It is of an utmost importance to the Republic of Korea that you seriously consider my requests. I hope we see eye-to-eye on this matter, President Nixon.<br/><br/>Sincerely,<br/>The Office of Park Chung-Hee<br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/8/85/Park_Chung-hee_signature.svg/127px-Park_Chung-hee_signature.svg.png""/><br/>President of South Korea</blockquote><br/>OOC: There is no list; it's mostly things like spare parts, missiles and engines, so such a list would be a pain in the ass to compile and read.</div></div></div>"
11717,1969: A Colder War (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323434,2014-12-14T19:22:00,Altito Asmoro,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">January 1969</span><br/><br/>With the rising tension between Indonesia and Malaysia and between Indonesia and the Chinese-controlled states of Southeast Asia, it is come to the attention of Soekarno that the unity of Asia power is needed to achieve victory over China. China has manpower and resources needed to wages war, but technologically inferior compared to both USSR and USA. At the same time, Indonesia is still the most powerful air force in Southeast Asia with large amounts of aircraft from Soviet Union and some leftovers from Japan's WW2 and captured American and Dutch aircraft.<br/><br/>Soekarno knows, that with its military strength alone, Indonesia can't win easily. Even so, asking for direct military approach from USA's puppets, naturally South Korea and Japan is not without risky costs. But they both have common objective for now, and only for now. He reaches a pen and a paper, and with his secretary beside him, a naturally beautiful lady, which is enamored with Soekarno's charm.<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.mapsofworld.com/flags/images/indonesia-flag.gif""/></div><br/><br/>Addressed to: The Nations of Asia (excluding China-controlled part of Mongolia, Chinese states, China, and Taiwan) <br/><br/>It is come to our attention, that the strong Maoist China is rapidly gaining territories in Southeast Asia, Indonesia had felt to be threatened by its threat, and it may not be just Indonesia alone.<br/><br/>Even with our military strength alone, we can't possibly take on China alone. Furthermore, both USA and USSR has the same common mission, to exterminate China's influence and bring it under control. Therefore, I propose of a unity of Asian powers against the common threat: China. With our combined military efforts, we will be able to minimize China's strength and its influence.<br/><br/>Sincerely,<br/>President Soekarno of Indonesia</blockquote>"
11718,1969: A Colder War (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323434,2014-12-14T19:38:00,The Emerald Dragon,"OOC: I'd think of a really kickass title for North Korean posts but it seems Toishy (haha) has got that down for South Korea.<br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">'Okay... how to speak to a supposedly enemy nation...'</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">'Who you don't actually hate, nor their allies but have to put that face on for the more powerful nations in your sphere...'</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">'Ahh... that's a good plan...'</span><br/><br/>With a crack of his knuckles, and many insecure thoughts and feeling running through his head, Kim Il Sung began the slow process of writing a message to South Korea; the tone would be strict but certainly on warmer terms than the several years past. He hadn't even penned his grand-sounding ""economic reformation plan"" that would hopefully revive the stumbling economy, and allow him to lessen restrictions on some North Koreans. When North Korea had been founded in 1948 Kim had been generally hopeful that he could create a Communist bastion in Asia, but that dream had changed along with the time.<br/><br/>That dream was gone, and Kim's vision was certainly different - a self sufficient North Korea which would be wealthier than today, this would certainly require reform. They'd match South Korea and relations would be warmer.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">President Park - South Korea<br/><br/>Hello, President Park of South Korea, it is a rare and extraordinary thing when I come to you for aid and not China or in days past the Soviets. North Korea requires fertilisers and agricultural managers for our crops and farming communities in the north of North Korea, they'll be returned unharmed and in return we'll offer the soldier who escaped back to the North following last year's Blue House Raid.<br/><br/>Signed, Kim Il Sung, Leader of the North Korean Workers' Party.</blockquote>"
11719,1969: A Colder War (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323434,2014-12-14T20:34:00,The Miaphysite Church of Coptic Archism,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/Gxzt54f.png""/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Estado Español</span></span></span></div><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">January, 1969<br/>Barcelona, Spain</span><br/>Francisco Franco was Su Excelencia el Jefe de Estado. He also happened to be the Prime Minister. It just so happened that he was also the regent for the Spanish Monarchy, on occasion he was referred to as the Leader of the Last Crusade and of the Hispanic heritage. When appropriate, he also happened to be the Leader of the War of Liberation Against Communism and Its Accomplices. Personally, Franco preferred a more... simple title. Franco enjoyed the title ""Caudillo de España"", or quite simply, the Leader of Spain. It was quite appropriate for a man of his position, and above all else it was<span style=""font-style: italic"">practical</span>. Franco was rather unimpressed when official documents took up a paragraph to refer to him. Franco had old friends once who understood the same thing, they called themselves as they were, ""Leader."" Of course, in their native languages.<br/><br/>Although, these days, it wasn't smart to venerate those old friends of his, especially at a time when Spain was already an international Pariah. They'd had a few good ideas, like the Autobahn, or a proper, short title, but they had also had many bad ideas. Franco was all for oppression of political dissidents, and he actively encouraged squashing local cultures, but to do what his old friends had done... it was unthinkable. Franco shook his head vigorously and removed himself from his thoughts, looking around him. He was in a State Car, driving through the city of Barcelona towards the port. It was a beautiful city, resplendent in it's looks and welcoming in it's character. It was one of the largest cities in Spain, and arguably the most important economic center of the nation. The only issue of course, was it's inhabitants.<br/><br/>The Catalans loved to cause a headache for Franco and his government, in fact they'd given the Spanish government trouble for far longer than Franco had been in power. His government had of course started the process of cultural assimilation, but it was a slow, dull process. Unlike in Madrid, there were no crowds of adoring fans in the streets, waiting for several hours to see the Caudillo pass. Unlike Madrid, few if any Spanish flags flew. Franco glared out of the window at this city. Such a horrible, beautiful city. Soon enough, it<span style=""font-style: italic"">would</span>be like Madrid. But this was not the purpose of his visit. Franco turned his gaze forward to see the port coming up through the windscreen.<br/><br/>The car pulled up near a large drydock, where a monolithic, metallic skeleton awaited Franco. It was his newest project. Named the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Gloria</span>, it would be finished in a year or less, or so the construction crews assured him. When his child took form, it would be the pride of Spain. For several years the Spanish Navy had owned the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Dédalo</span>, a slightly aged Aircraft Carrier which was the pride of the fleet. Franco had invested quite recently in a modernization for the ship and many others in the fleet, as there was always room in the pockets of the Spanish Government for military affairs. Such a modernization would greatly improve the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Dédalo</span>'s capabilities, but it was always going to be old. It had been mothballed in a dock somewhere in America for twelve years before the Spanish had acquired it!<br/><br/>The<span style=""font-style: italic"">Gloria</span>would be the Spanish Navy's new great capital ship. It would be built with a ski-jump ramp, a large, angled flight deck, with an improved Island, if there was any room in the budget he wanted Aircraft Catapults. The<span style=""font-style: italic"">Gloria</span>would be the epitome of a modern Aircraft Carrier and it would be built, owned and maintained by the Spanish State. Franco smiled as he watched the workmen buzz around the skeletal construct like bees building a hive. Once upon a time, in ages past, Spain had been a world superpower. It owned continents, destroyed empires and pulled apart cities of gold to return to their country with unthinkable wealth. But Spain had become decrepit, it has shriveled up and died. The once great Spanish empire became little more than a few slivers of worthless land. The scourge that was democracy pushed Spain further towards eternal damnation. But Francisco Franco was here. He had many titles, most of which he did not approve of, but above all, he would be remembered as the Savior of Spain.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">January, 1969<br/>Farmland near Nuevo Madrid, Equitorial Guinea</span><br/>Carlos Marcelo sat on a creaky wooden rocking chair, on the strong wooden decking outside his large farmhouse. He smoked a cigar, and enjoyed watching the sun near the horizon, producing a beautiful reddish glow which shined over his great farmlands. Carlos had settled in this foreign, African land near two decades past, and had never regretted it. In the homeland, it was all about producing cars, or building up the nuclear infrastructure, or recruiting for the military. Here in Africa, Carlos had no worries. He and his family ate well, worked hard and lived happily, all protected by the Spanish State. There were times of course, when he missed home. His house in the country outside Córdoba, some of his friends, family, those who hadn't made the move.<br/><br/>Carlos took a puff from his cigar and let the warm African air blow over him, relaxing in his chair. No, he didn't miss Spain<span style=""font-style: italic"">that </span>much. Carlos had settled in this country through a program sponsored by the Spanish State, they had set him up with building materials, seeds, the deed to a significant amount of land, and a small amount of money to keep him afloat while the crops started growing. Carlos supposed he had Franco to thank for his life here, though he didn't care all too much for politics, truth be told. If his family was fed and happy, then Carlos was content. The Spanish Government had done a lot for Equitorial Guinea in the past decades. They'd settled nearly a million Spanish-speaking whites in the country, a little more than tripling the population and in fact turning the territory majority white.<br/><br/>They'd built schools, hospitals, modern roads. Settled people like Carlos outside the cities where they built up large farms which provided for the population and then some. They'd started mining valuable resources and enriching the colony. All in all, the Spanish government was a huge plus for the colony, of course the natives sometimes disagreed. Carlos had heard they were trying the same in Morocco, but it's harder to out-populate fourteen million natives, compared to the three hundred thousand in Equitorial Guinea.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Papa!""</span>A shrill, childish voice awoke Carlos from his musings.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Papa!""</span>Carlos turned to see one of his multiple children running from behind the house. He appeared to be covered in some sort of black goo.<br/><br/>""What has happened to you, my child?"" The boy ran to Carlos and hugged him, much to Carlos's displeasure. As he scraped the sludge from his clothes, Carlos looked at his son and asked ""What have you been doing?"" His son grabbed his hand and led him around the farmhouse, pointing towards one of the fields Carlos had ploughed recently, intent on planting wheat. The two approached quickly, and Carlos saw his other children all huddled around a growing pool of the black liquid, spewing from the ground. As Carlos watched the puddle grow in size, the realization struck him. He looked around at his children and said ""Alright my Niños, time to wash clean! I need to call someone.""<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""East Africa""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/f/f0/Coat_of_Arms_of_Spain_%281945-1977%29.svg/243px-Coat_of_Arms_of_Spain_%281945-1977%29.svg.png""/></div><br/><span style=""font-size: 85%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Addressed Towards:</span> King Asmerom Yohannes Abey of East Africa<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Directed by:</span> Francisco Franco, Caudillo of Estado Español<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Encryption:</span> <span style=""color: #00BF00"">Low</span></span><br/>This is excellent to hear, I am glad to know you accept my reasonable proposal. I will begin diverting funds towards infrastructure projects for East Africa, and we will have several ships full of Spanish prospectors and officials dispatched in the fastest time possible to begin studying geology in East Africa and find where to establish extraction points. You mention a defensive pact, if you so wish it Spain would be most interested in establishing a military base on the coast of your Eritrean province. We would of course pay an appropriate rent for the land.<br/><br/>All the best for you and your nation,<br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/e/e1/Francisco_Franco_Signature.svg/320px-Francisco_Franco_Signature.svg.png""/></blockquote></div></div></div>"
11720,1969: A Colder War (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323434,2014-12-15T02:29:00,Republic of Hasgriu,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/gv/d/da/Coat_of_arms_of_Singapore.jpg""/></div><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">January 1, 1969<br/>Istana, Singapore</span></span><br/>President Yusof bin Ishak, 3 and a half years into his term already, sat on the Presidential Chair in the State Room, with Prime Minister Lee Kuan Yew opposite him. They had been doing this for a few minutes now. Finally, he broke the silence, and said,""Things don't look good, do they, Lee?"" He took the letter from his Indonesian counterpart out of his breast pocket, and then tore the envelope, before tossing it into the bin. ""Sukarno wants all of Asia to team up on China. But military force alone isn't going to defeat them.""<br/><br/>PM Lee replied,""Turning this down will effect our already poor relations with Indonesia, however. Yet, we cannot support this endeavour. Most of Asia is still technologically behind, as well as militarily. There is no way Sukarno can possibly get everyone to jump onto this train, and even then, there is still a high possibility of China and its allies defeating the coalition."" Yusof frowned. ""It will probably be best to encourage other countries, particularly our trading partners, not to join this suicide mission. Although, if we could bet America to-"" ""No. The risk of a mainland invasion is to great, and Richard knows that. Sukarno may go ahead with this whether or not he has allies. Provoking the metaphorical wasp nest of China may cause it to destroy those who are not allied to its cause. We have to convince Sukarno to stop!"", Lee Kuan Yew interrupted.<br/><br/>Yusof pondered on those words for a moment, before deciding, ""Send some communiques out. This plan cannot continue.""<br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Communique""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.brandsoftheworld.com/sites/default/files/styles/logo-thumbnail/public/082012/singapore_lion.png/""/><br/><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Republic of Singapore</span></span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 170%; line-height: 116%;"">新加坡共和国</span><br/>Republik Singapura</span><br/><span style=""font-size: 85%; line-height: 116%;"">சிங்கப்பூர் குடியரசு </span></div><br/>To: All Asian nations except Indonesia, China, Chinese puppets and allies<br/>Greetings, esteemed leaders of Asia.<br/><br/>I, President Yusof bin Ishak, on behalf of Prime Minister Lee Kuan Yew, and the entirety of Singapore, plead with you not to join the coalition that Indonesia has suggested. A mainland invasion of The PRC would be futile at best, and completely disastrous at worst. Keep in mind that even if such a campaign was to succeed, the Chinese government would doubtlessly utilise their nuclear arsenal. While they may be unable to target Russian or American cities, they can certainly target ours, the nations of Asia! Let The USSR, the USA, and the PRC deal with their issues by themselves. Do not interfere!<br/>Signed,<br/>Yusof bin Ishak</blockquote></div></div></div>"
11721,1969: A Colder War (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323434,2014-12-15T03:18:00,Toishima,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://media.namx.org/images/editorial/2013/03/0311/e_yi_parkchunghee_popular/e_yi_parkchunghee_popular_500x279.jpg""/><br/>President Park Chung Hee, in a moment of displaying extreme ""swag""</div><hr/><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #0000BF""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Blue Dragon Rising</span><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Duel of the Dragons, Part 2.5</span></span></span><br/><hr/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">January<br/>Blue House<br/>Seoul, Republic of Korea</span><br/><br/>Park returned to his office late at night. While he had been in the garden, a personal friend and high-ranking minister had invited him for a meal at his residence, and Park had taken him up on the offer. The man was obviously trying to curry favour with the President the whole time, but Park just appreciated the free food. Handing his frost-covered coat to an aide, he shrugged off the offer for some warm tea or coffee and immediately moved to his desk. Two new messages were prepared for his viewing while he had been outside. One was a fax- the new technology was extremely useful- and the other was a more traditionally-written message, apparently delivered recently via air mail. Extremely recently. He could still smell the ink on the thing.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Sukarno? The Indonesian?</span>Park's interest was piqued and he decided to give the urgent-looking Indonesian letter more attention. The fax could wait, and the abundance of red-coloured symbols on the fax gave him a good guess that it was not something he would like.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Probably another threat from Kim.</span>Park picked up an expensive ivory letter opener and deftly slit open the envelope. He reached for his reading glasses and gave the letter a quick look-over, then called for a translator via the newly-installed intercom system. While waiting, he decided to look at the fax. His eyes focused on the Hangul, and he immediately knew where it came from.<br/><br/>Narrowing his eyes and expecting either the worst or some vaguely-worded threat again, he quickly scanned through the fax. Minutes later, the Blue House was shaken with a sound that had not been heard for quite some time.<span style=""font-style: italic"">The President's laugh.</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Fertilisers? Agricultural managers? They'll give us one of the fuckers who tried to off me?</span>Park's eyes watered as he put on hand on his mouth to stifle his chuckles.<span style=""font-style: italic"">They get stranger and stranger every year.</span>There was a loud knock on the door, and a short, bespectacled man with a patronising smile entered the room and bowed.<br/><br/>""Good evening, sir,"" the translator began, ""how may I be of assistance?""<br/><br/>Park put the North Korean fax to one side- he would have to deal with that later- and beckoned the translator closer, his mood changing rapidly back to seriousness.<br/><br/>""Here, this Indonesian letter. Please read it to me.""<br/><br/>The translator read through the letter, then read it back in Korean to the President in full.<br/><br/>""...Maoist China is rapidly gaining territories in Southeast Asia... Threatened by its threat... Can't possibly take on China alone... Same common mission, to exterminate China... Unity of Asian powers... Combined military efforts...""<br/><br/>Park raised his hand as the translator reached the part about ""combined military efforts"". The translator stopped obediently.<br/><br/>""What does he mean by... Combined military efforts?"" Park asked out loud, ""Does he want to attack... China? Continue.""<br/><br/>""...China's strength and its influence. President Sukarno, Indonesia.""<br/><br/>""Thank you. Please make a transcription in Korean for me, I want to have a record to refer to. Dismissed.""<br/><br/>""Yes, sir. Have a pleasant evening, sir.""<br/><br/>Park leaned back in his leather chair, staring at the oak doors as the translator left the room. He put one hand on his chin, thinking deeply.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Unity of Asian powers... Combined military efforts...</span>The vague wording made it confusing to him, and Park cursed the language barrier here. He hoped nothing got lost or misinterpreted in translation.<span style=""font-style: italic"">It sounds like the man is trying to push for an all-out invasion of China by... Everyone. No.</span><br/><br/>This could not happen. If Sukarno's plans did come to fruition and everyone did attack China, the possibility of failure was high, especially without the help of a superpower like the US or even the USSR. The Chinese retaliation would be immense, and almost all of the Asian economies would be wrecked. His precious tiger economy with it. The tiger would be probably be slain, and worse still, they may even be taken over by the communists in the north.<span style=""font-style: italic"">The US needs to know about this... Idea.</span><br/><br/>The fax was still sitting at the side. Park picked it up and read through it again, more serious this time. The letter suggested their secretive northern neighbour was going through some hard times. Their split with the USSR and their cosying up to China seemed to be ineffective in solving their problems, and the North was so desperate for food now that they were asking the South for fertilizers and agricultural managers. It was a completely bizarre situation- one that Park knew could be reversed if this were still Syngman Rhee's times. Whatever Kim Il-Sung was trying to accomplish here, Park knew he would have to tread carefully.<br/><br/>He now considered a dilemma. The US would just tell him to ignore this message and stay away from the Northerners, but he knew that if Kim Il-Sung was somehow serious about this, then this could be a major step in bilateral ties. Many bridges were burned after the Korean War, and Kim Il-Sung seemed to want to rebuild them. Yet, the strike just the year before suggested otherwise. Kim seemed to want to put that event behind them by giving them the only escaped commando from that incident, but Park was not buying it. He would have to think over this for some time before acting.<br/><br/>Park was tired, and decided to put off informing the US about the Indonesian plot and thinking about the North Korean offer for the time being. He could do that in the coming days, and after observing the two nations' activities for some time. For now he would retire to his chambers. His wife still was not back yet, so he slept alone that night."
11722,1969: A Colder War (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323434&start=25,2014-12-15T08:14:00,Landenburg,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">PEOPLE'S REPUBLIC OF CHINA<br/>中华人民共和国<br/>为人民服务</span></span></div><br/><br/>Chairman Mao Zedong woke from his rest, having slept in most of the morning. Once he was awake and functioning, he was immediately pestered by his attendants. Shooing them off, Mao walked over to his wardrobe.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Something simple today, hmm?</span>he thought to himself. After getting dressed and walking out of his room, Zhou Enlai rushed to his side. ""My Chairman, the Americans wish to come here and meet with us."" Zhou stated. ""Hmph, knowing their capitalist ideals they are trying to work a way to get money out of our country. Yet, they cannot be ignored. Very well, tell Nixon he may come."" Mao stated, still bristly walking. He enjoyed working the stiffness out of his legs when he was awake and moving. Zhou himself quickly walked off to go write the needed papers for the Americans.<br/><br/>After some time, Mao arrived in his conference room. Waiting there as ordered was Peng Dehuai. ""Peng, it is time for you to fight again. Yet you will have to be careful. One last thing, do send some spies down to Indonesia. They no longer are friendly to us anymore and I shall like to know what they are up to."" Mao said to him. Peng nodded, his sources having already given him the implications of what he'd need to do. ""The city is ours after all."" Peng said, getting up and heading off. Dehuai would supply the protesters with weaponry and try to agitate them into starting a revolt. After that, Hong Kong would be guaranteed to join China. In the meantime, some of China's finest agents were going to Indonesia to spy on the government there.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN IN THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA,<br/><br/>We in China have decided that it would be utmost favorable indeed if you came and visited our glorious country. Mao himself will be unable to see you for a few days, however you are bidden to come and look at the true beauty that is the People's Republic of China.<br/><br/><br/>Zhou Enlai<br/>周恩来</blockquote>"
11723,1969: A Colder War (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323434&start=25,2014-12-15T08:51:00,Lunas Legion,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #BF0000"">United Kingdom</span></span><br/><br/>No. 10, Downing Street- January 1969</div><br/><br/>""Prime Minister, what do you intend to do about the Hong Kong situation?""<br/><br/>""Will Hong Kong be ceded to the People's Republic of-""<br/><br/>""Quiet, please."" Harold Wilson raised a hand. ""This recent crisis has forced myself, my Cabinet and my government into facing the harsh reality of the situation.""<br/><br/>The reporters quietened down, while Wilson coughed lightly. ""The imperial days of Great Britain are long past. Once we would've put down these protests with gunfire and the Royal Navy, but those days are sadly gone. Therefore, today, I wish to announce to the British populace here and around the world that the Cabinet has agreed that negotiations will be opened with the People's Republic in order for a legitimate and organised transfer of ownership of Hong Kong from the United Kingdom."" Wilson nodded towards the reporters as he moved through them towards a waiting car, which he climbed into to the sound of silence. He nodded at the driver and he drove off towards the foreign ministry. There was much work to be done with the UK's foreign policy which required his personal input and he could not leave to the Foreign Secretary.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To Chairman Mao of the People's Republic of China,<br/><br/>Following the recent protests and demands for reunification by the populace of Hong Kong with the People's Republic of China, my Cabinet has agreed that the territory shall be formally returned to China on February 22nd, 1969, so long as the following conditions are met before the date of Febuary 22nd, 1969.<br/><br/><ul><li> That no asset owned by a citizen of the UK, or a company owned by a citizen of the UK, be nationalised without fair compensation.</li><li> That any British citizen or other foreign national presently living on Hong Kong has the right to emigrate freely between Hong Kong and their country of birth.</li><li> That a British Consulate shall be allowed to remain in Hong Kong until Her Majesty or the ruling Monarch of the United Kingdom at that time is satisfied that the transfer of power has finished and that the People's Republic of China can be trusted to uphold these terms.</li></ul><br/>Prime Minister Harold Wilson, acting on behalf of Her Majesty the Queen</blockquote><br/><br/>Wilson stepped out of the car at the Foreign Ministry and was quickly huddled through to the Foreign Secretary's office, where he took a seat across from Michael Stewart, who pushed a telegram across the desk.<br/><br/>""It's the Americans."" Stewart sighed. ""Yanks want to let Israel join NATO.""<br/><br/>Wilson shook his head. ""NATO was created to defend Europe against the Soviet Union and the Warsaw Pact, not become a blanket for US allies to be placed under. They keep trying to drag us along like a bulldog being pulled by it's master. This has gone on for too long, but I believe this may provide the means by which we may leave NATO without losing diplomatic face.""<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To President Nixon,<br/><br/>May I remind you that the original (and in my own view sole) purpose of NATO is the protection of Europe from the Soviet Union and the Warsaw Pact. Admitting Israel into the organisation does not further that aim, and thus I must object to Israel being allowed to join NATO, and that should Israel be allowed to join NATO then the organisation has forgotten it's original purpose, and thus I believe it would be better for the UK to leave NATO should Israel join the organisation.<br/><br/>Prime Minister Harold Wilson, acting on behalf of Her Majesty the Queen</blockquote>"
11724,1969: A Colder War (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323434&start=25,2014-12-15T10:31:00,Al Nahar,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Baghdad, Iraq</span></span></div><br/><br/>As the regime in Baghdad awaited for the Soviet Union's response to the personal letter sent by the president of Iraq an increase of military exercises was under way. The regime in Baghdad deemed that in any future conflict the Kurdistan area would be the most volatile internally so the interior ministers and the president met and decided to to give Kurdistan increased autonomy. Local police, local regional laws(must abide by national law too) were given to the Kurds in return for loyalty to the regime of Baghdad. A combined ops training mission near the Saudi border between the Air Defense Corps, the Army and the Air Force lasted for 2 days units were learning to effectively work with each other. Generals in the army were re-shuffling the command structure with officers promoted based on knowledge and skill level. Arabic became standard to learn in the army however the process would be gradual. In addition to attempting to improve the skill and quality of the military Baghdad announced the creation of a para-military pro government force that would be in charge of any mass uprising withing Iraq. They were known as ""Shabab al Arab"". The force was expected to be up to 500,000 but would be completely separate from the main republican guard. Training and arming has also become an issue that is expected to make it up through the agenda books. With 19% of the world's oil reserves under Iraq, Baghdad was sending a message to the gulf and Kingdoms that they should check themselves should they attempt anything wild. Saddam Hussein visited Damascus in an attempt to increase ties between the Syrians and Iraq as both were Ba'ath states.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.crwflags.com/fotw/images/i/iq)1965.gif""/></div><br/><br/>From: Ahmad Hassan Al Bakr of Iraq<br/>To: Golda Meir of the State of Israel<br/>Encryption:<span style=""color: #FF0000"">Extremely HIGH</span><br/><br/>Putting aside our past military engagements, the Republic of Iraq would like to know the current stance of Israel on the current Palestinian refugees outside of the country. Is there a plan to allow them to re-integrate in the areas controlled by Israel? I will be calling a summit at the Arab league to discuss this issue, and it would be informative to have knowledge of Israel's current stance on this issue. Also we would like to discuss the occupation of the Sinai peninsula at the Arab league."
11725,1969: A Colder War (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323434&start=25,2014-12-15T11:10:00,Independent States of Tula,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Al Nahar <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323434&amp;p=22805816#p22805816"">wrote</a>:</cite>From: Ahmad Hassan Al Bakr of Iraq<br/>To: Golda Meir of the State of Israel<br/>Encryption: <span style=""color: #FF0000"">Extremely HIGH</span><br/><br/>Putting aside our past military engagements, the Republic of Iraq would like to know the current stance of Israel on the current Palestinian refugees outside of the country. Is there a plan to allow them to re-integrate in the areas controlled by Israel? I will be calling a summit at the Arab league to discuss this issue, and it would be informative to have knowledge of Israel's current stance on this issue. Also we would like to discuss the occupation of the Sinai peninsula at the Arab league.</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">January, 1969, Tel Aviv</span><br/><br/>Prime Minister Golda Meir looked over the message sent to her over highly encrypted channels by the President of Iraq. This was a strange olive branch from the nation and Meir feared that Iraq had discovered the Mossad operatives already and was planning to use this message as a means to paint Israel as an aggressor in the Middle East while Iraq looked for peace. However Meir pushed aside those fears, there had been no complications reported to Meir, so there shouldn't be anything wrong with the operation...for now at least. With those thoughts put away Meir decided to send a sincere letter that would hopefully show that Israel was indeed looking for peace with her neighbors as was the truth as far as Meir was concerned and in power.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">///</span><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">From: Golda Meir of the State of Israel<br/>To: Ahmad Hassan Al Bakr of Iraq<br/>Encryption: <span style=""color: #FF0000"">HIGH</span><br/><br/>Israel is willing to work with the Arab League to bring back these refugees into Israel, to grant them Israeli citizenship, ensure proper housing is found for them, and to ensure that they are treated as equal citizens under Israeli law. Israel is a nation made up of Jews, Muslims, and Christians and we seek to make no distinction among them, rather to regard them all as fellow brothers and sisters of the Israeli State. As for the current status of the Sinai Peninsula, Israel understands two things concerning this issue. 1) That the Sinai Peninsula grants Israel a great defensive advantage against the hostile Egyptian Government and 2) That our control of the Sinai has had damaging effects on Israel's relations with our neighbor nations. As such Israel is willing to work with the Arab League to devise a plan for the future of the Sinai Peninsula that is agreeable to both sides so long as it does not threaten Israel's security.</blockquote>"
11726,1969: A Colder War (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323434&start=25,2014-12-15T12:16:00,Tracian Empire,"<img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/dNSm1tA.png""/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">January 1969. Bucharest, RSR, Warsaw Pact Celebrations</span></span></span></span><br/>The whole Bucharest celebrated. In only two weeks, the Romanians prepared a great celebration. Right now, on the great stage were all the liders of the Warsaw Pact nations. Everybody was shouting:<span style=""font-style: italic"">Long live the Socialism!</span>, while waving all sorts of flags. Ceausescu took the microphone.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Silence please!</span>This provoked a happiness reactions from the Romanians, which begun shouting:<span style=""font-style: italic"">Ceausescu- PCR!; Munca-Pacea-Omenia, Ceausescu-Romania!; Noi muncim! Nu gandim! Traiasca geniul din Carpati!</span>Ceausescu smiled and answered:<span style=""font-style: italic"">Please, silence! We are here to celebrate 14 years of Warsaw Pact. 14 years since all the workers in Eastern Europe have been united! 14 years since we have becamed stronger! Together! Today, we will celebrate! I want to thank to all the Warsaw Pact nations leaders that camed today here, honoring us with their presence! Right now, the troops of the Warsaw Pact will defilate in front of you, showing you that we are the strongest in the world! First will be the Red Army, that has freed us all! We are deeply honored that the Romanian Army will follow! Now, I will leave the microphone, Enjoy the defilation! If any of the leaders want to hold a speech, he is welcome!</span>The crowd went wilde, waving red flags. Everybody begun to sing the Internationale. The announcer said:<span style=""font-style: italic"">First, the glorious troops of the mighty Workers and Peasants Red Army. Followed by the Armata Populara Romana ( Romanian People's Army and the Polish Army! Behind them, but equal, the Nationale Volksarmee ( National People's Army)</span>Ceausescu left the stage. He was deeply disgusted.<br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/LLQo6oA.png""/>"
11727,1969: A Colder War (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323434&start=25,2014-12-15T12:51:00,Fascist Republic Of Bermuda,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Deutsche <span style=""color: #FF0000"">Demokratische</span> <span style=""color: #FFBF00"">Republik</span></span></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/a/a1/Coat_of_arms_of_East_Germany.svg/300px-Coat_of_arms_of_East_Germany.svg.png""/><br/><span style=""font-size: 125%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Chapter 1: A House Divided</span></span></div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""> Palast der Republik, East Berlin, German Democratic Republic</span><br/><br/>It was rush hour in East Berlin. Cheaply-made cars crowded the streets as people sluggishly made their way home from the shops, from the factories. Away from all the hustle and bustle, the Volkskammer gathered in the Palast der Republik, with Prime Minister Willi Stoph taking the stage. Stoph cleared his throat and began.<br/><br/>""People of the Volkskammer, unfortunately, Herr Ulbricht was incapable of making an appearance today. Nothing much, just a bout of flu, I assure you.<br/><br/>""Now, People of the Volkskammer, a threat has risen in the Far East. China has revealed itself to be traitors of the People, establishing it's own Bloc in Asia. Because of this new Imperialist threat, our comrades in the USSR redeployed many tactical and strategic assets from our border to Siberia. It is now the Imperialists in the West<span style=""font-style: italic"">will</span>strike. They see the Soviets leaving and think they are abandoning us.<br/><br/>""Ha! We shall show them! When the West storms across our border, they shall find the<span style=""font-style: italic"">true</span>German Army, ready for anything! We can not give them an inch! I ask you, the representatives of the Worker's will, the propagators of the Proletariat, I ask you to expand the NVA, to expand the People's defense! We will push the Imperialist pigs to Brest if we have to! Long live Germany and the People!""<br/><br/>The Volkskammer exploded into cheers and claps as Stoph finished his speech. Smiling, the Prime Minister walked away and disappeared into the bowels of the building.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Soviet Union""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Official Communiqué of the German Democratic Republic</span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/a/a1/Coat_of_arms_of_East_Germany.svg/300px-Coat_of_arms_of_East_Germany.svg.png""/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">To:</span> <span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Andrei Gromyko, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the USSR</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">From:</span> <span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Foreign Ministry of the DDR</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Subject:</span> <span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Anniversary</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Encryption:</span> <span style=""color: #FF0000"">HIGH</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Message:</span><br/> Salutations, Comrade Gromyko-<br/><br/>On behalf of the German Democratic Republic, the Foreign Ministry is most honored to be invited to this celebration. Prime Minister Willi Stoph has expressed interest in personally attending. We will entrust the Soviet Union to have taken necessary security measures. The DDR thanks you for the invitation.<br/><br/>However, in a more serious predicament, your recent redeployment of Soviet strategic assets from Germany to Asia has, understandably, left the GDR feeling exposed. To ensure the defense of the People's welfare, we request:<br/><br/>- 75 T-62s, with production license<br/>- 50 MiG-21s, with production license<br/>- 25 MiG-23s, with production license<br/>- 250 AKMs, with production license <br/><br/>Thank you for your time and consideration.</div></blockquote></div></div></div>"
11728,1969: A Colder War (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323434&start=25,2014-12-15T12:58:00,Elam-Kurdistan,"WIP<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Warsaw Pact countries<br/><br/>Dear comrades, your nations have achieved a great feet in helping unite to workers of the world, that is why I wish to honour that. I ask that myself and comrade Che Guevara be allowed to attend the anniversary celebrations. We must remain united in the face of imperialism and oppression and a Cuban delegation will show the world the great and powerful workers nations of the east and west are united.<br/><br/>Workers of the world, UNITE!<br/><br/>Fidel Castro</blockquote>"
11729,1969: A Colder War (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323434&start=25,2014-12-15T14:10:00,Akksum,"June 1st, 1969<br/>East Africa, Addis Ababa<br/>Palace of Addis,<br/>King Asmerom Yohannes Abey,<br/><br/>King Asmerom sat in his office, getting ready to publish something that would ruin the Egyptian relations with East Africa, and force Egypt to declare war. The letter about to be published,<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Head line: East Africa under Diplomatic attack!<br/>""I, King Asmerom Yohannes Abey of East Africa Report that the Diplomat from Egypt has threatened my nations sovereignty with the actions of saying, that Egypt will take action if East Africa does not stop relations with the West, specifically Spain."" King Asmerom of East Africa said to me. This was an insult, to the king of East Africa and the west as Egypt tries to break any bond between Africa, and its former colonizers. The past is the past, but this is an action that will not be forgotten! Egypt has denounced us, and we shall do that same. All trade flowing into the Suez canal shall stop at the red sea, anything flowing out of Suez from the Mediterranean will mostly likely be stopped by Israel, Britain, or even Egypt itself. This action shall not go unjust.</blockquote><br/><br/>The king published this under a name of Hapimou Arsaphes Bebti in Egypt, in the Egyptian national paper, and even in many other countries such as the U.S, Spain, Israel, and the U.K. Along with his own nation, this sparking a tension between Egypt, and East Africa. A tension that can only be soothed in the blood of thousands, as both nations reach a boiling point. Of nationalism.."
11730,1969: A Colder War (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323434&start=25,2014-12-15T15:05:00,The Miaphysite Church of Coptic Archism,"<span style=""font-size: 85%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Ugh it won't let me delete, ignore this.</span></span></span>"
11731,1969: A Colder War (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323434&start=25,2014-12-15T17:19:00,Thesda,"<blockquote><div><cite>Toishima <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323434&amp;p=22799665#p22799665"">wrote</a>:</cite><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""USA""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">To the United States of America</span></span><br/><br/>Greetings, President Richard Nixon:<br/><br/> In this turbulent era, military preparedness is of the utmost importance. With violent nations hiding behind every corner and plotting the downfall of freedom and democracy, one's military has to be prepared for all eventualities. We regret to say that the people of the Republic of Korea feels more and more threatened every day by the communists all around us. We want to work closely with the United States of America, as we always have, but we cannot do so with inadequate equipment.<br/><br/> Allow me to get to the point. President Nixon, in the interest of keeping the Republic of Korea's military up-to-date and prepared for any eventuality- a dangerous wait, knowing these unpredictable communists- I am interested in purchasing more equipment and materials to keep the Republic of Korea Armed Forces prepared and ready for combat. A full list is enclosed, but the most important are ninety-two (92) F-4D Phantom IIs. These planes are sorely needed to bolster our Republic of Korea Air Force.<br/><br/> Furthermore, to continue growing the economy of South Korea and bring the nation closer to a state of self-reliance and modernity, we humbly request for more US aid funds to be provided for our use.<br/><br/> Put frankly, we require such military equipment and aid to continue contributing effectively to the defence of freedom in East Asia, and the containment of communism. It is of an utmost importance to the Republic of Korea that you seriously consider my requests. I hope we see eye-to-eye on this matter, President Nixon.<br/><br/>Sincerely,<br/>The Office of Park Chung-Hee<br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/8/85/Park_Chung-hee_signature.svg/127px-Park_Chung-hee_signature.svg.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/>President of South Korea</blockquote><br/>OOC: There is no list; it's mostly things like spare parts, missiles and engines, so such a list would be a pain in the ass to compile and read.</div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/><br/>President Nixon threw the manila file folder down on the long wooden table all of his hand-selected Cabinet members were sitting at.<br/><br/>""So do we have the money for this?"" Nixon asked, rubbing his temples. It had been a long week. Earlier he was dealing with China and trade with Canada and trying to get Israel admitted into NATO, and now Korea wanted close to a hundred advanced fighter jets, and the materials necessary to operate them.<br/><br/>""No,"" one Cabinet member said, shaking his head gloomily. ""But when do we ever?""<br/><br/>Nixon had to admit, he had a point. He lifted the blinds and looked out the window. Dozens of people were gathered outside in the sweltering heat, chanting and holding signs. The anti-war demonstrations were really starting to get to him lately. Usually he could tune them out, but even in January alone they were growing exponentially. It distracted him from his work, it scared his kids, and his wife hated it. It had started almost exactly a year and a half ago, with the massive civilian discontent over the Tet Offensive. Since then, it had kept escalating, to the point where there were round the clock protests and demonstrations outside the White House and around Washington DC. President Nixon sighed. He knew what he had to do.<br/><br/>""Sell the planes to Korea. Give them their aid, too."" When one person tried to object over the cost of the endeavor, Nixon continued, ""And I want a plan to pull US troops out of Vietnam by this month next year, on my desk in two days. Thank you, ladies and gentlemen."" Nixon stood sharply and strode out of the room.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">One day later</span></span><br/><br/>In truth, President Nixon was worried. He was also incredibly stressed and exhausted, but he was still worried. When he sent the planes to Korea, he hadn't yet seen the invitation to China from Zhou Enlai. Unless Park planned to use the planes to intervene in Vietnam, the upgrade of his air force could be seen as a threat to the Chinese government--they were the predominant power in Asia; besides the relatively negligible threat of a North Korean attack (which Nixon thought was unlikely), South Korea really had no one to defend against except for China. And with the upcoming visit to the People's Republic, Nixon didn't want to be sending any wrong messages. Ironically, he got out a pen and paper and started to draft a few letters.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">To:</span>Zhou Enlai; Minister of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">From:</span>US Foreign Relations Office<br/><br/>Dear Premier Enlai,<br/><br/>Thank you for accepting our offer of a peaceful visitation of our executives to your great nation. However, I would very much like to personally meet with Chairman Mao, and so would like to schedule our visit to the People's Republic of China on July 1, 1969. Hopefully, whatever ailment or personal endeavor prevents Chairman Mao from attending our meeting will be dealt with by that time, and we can have a friendly and productive meeting. Once again, thank you.<br/><br/>Signed,<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Richard Nixon</span>, President-in-Chief of the United States of America</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">To:</span>President Park Chung-Hee, Republic of Korea<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">From:</span>US Foreign Relations Office<br/><br/>President Park Chung-Hee,<br/><br/>First of all, I would like to confirm that the United States will indeed supply you with the materials you listed in your previous correspondence, including the new Phantom-II fighters. However, I have an important meeting coming up with the Premier of the People's Republic of China, and do not want to make the Chinese feel threatened by bolstering the military of a US ally in close proximity to them. Therefore, I regret to inform you that your shipment of Phantoms will have to be postponed until after our conference that is currently scheduled for July 1, 1969. Note that the other materials you listed, such as spare plane parts, engines, and armaments, will arrive on schedule, as well as your requested aid funding. We as a government hope that this delay in the delivery of your Phantom planes does not put a dent in the wonderful relations the United States and the Republic of Korea have enjoyed for quite some time now. We are always happy to assist a friend of America, but unfortunately, this meeting with the quickly strengthening Chinese power takes precedence.<br/><br/>Sincerely,<br/>Signed,<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Richard Nixon</span>, President-in-Chief of the United States of America.</blockquote><br/><br/>Nixon sighed. He still had to write to the PM of Israel to inform them that they couldn't join NATO. As much as he would have liked to have a NATO foothold in the Middle East to counter possible Soviet expansion in that area, the UK was right, NATO was designed to protect the nations of Europe. More than that, he couldn't lose such a powerful member state as Great Britain. It pained his heart (and his wrist), but he dug out another sheet of White House stationary and began to write.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">To:</span>Prime Minister Golda Meir of Israel<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">From:</span>US Foreign Relations Office<br/><br/>Dear Golda Meir,<br/><br/>As much as we appreciate the effort your country has made to embrace righteous morals and join the forces of NATO, we do in fact have some unfortunate news. As the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom has reminded us, the North Atlantic Treaty Organization was created to defend the nations of Europe against the threat posed by the alliance of the Warsaw Pact. At the risk of sounding unprofessional and insulting, your nation obviously does not fulfill this requirement. Therefore, we regret to inform you that Israel's application to join NATO must be refused. We hope that this does not hurt the relations between our countries. Thank you for your time.</blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""color: #FF4000"">OOC: Honestly, Landenburg, it's gonna be a pain in the butt to try and coordinate a time to post/TG about the conference. Just do it whenever you can, I guess. But Toishima, I'm still not selling you the planes until after this whole meeting thing happens.</span>"
11732,1969: A Colder War (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323434&start=25,2014-12-15T19:04:00,Great Nepal,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Moscow, USSR<br/>Sometime After the conference</span><br/>Brezhnev had debriefed the council regarding meeting in Romania, or as much as they needed - or deemed safe to know. It was further agreed that soviet union should focus its attention on Asian theatre, away from confrontation in Africa or even in Europe; it was opinion of the council that given the Chinese situation and leaks suggesting strengthening ties between Americans and Chinese, status quo in European theatre was acceptable for the time being. Pursuant to this decision, KGB chairman had send agents to China to sow dissent for the leadership among officials and public. Ultimate aim was simple, there should be a revolution in China - of any orientation - such that Soviet union could intervene to promote stability and security for the workers.<br/><br/>Which is perhaps why Brezhnev called council of ministers after receiving message from Cuba, for all intent and purpose the agreement reached after Cuban missile crisis, despite the widespread criticism Krushchev came under, was as good as set in stone. Now though with Brezhnev and Alexei along with few other close party members were discussing changing the stone and as far as Brezhnev would want to go ahead and start with clean slate, he was not going to play nuclear poker with future of world without full backing from the party. Which is why this meeting was so important. While the confidential meeting lasted for two five and screams of attendees perhaps damaged hearing of many, it did come to a conclusion backing Brezhnev's proposal.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/d/d6/Coat_of_arms_of_the_Soviet_Union.svg/200px-Coat_of_arms_of_the_Soviet_Union.svg.png""/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Union of Soviet Socialist Republics</span><br/><span style=""font-size: 85%; line-height: 116%;"">To: First Secretary Fidel Alejandro Castro Ruz| From: General Secretary Leonid Ilyich Brezhnev| Subject: Support| Security: For recipient's eyes only| Urgency: High</span></div><br/>Greetings Comrades from Moscow,<br/><br/>I have personally reviewed your agreement proposal and while I completely appreciate the threat posed by the United States and the strategic position of Cuba, given the current Chinese situation it is not feasible for the soviet union to provide significant conventional weaponry to support Cuba, as much as I would wish to.<br/><br/>However, we wish to revisit the agreement previously made between yourself and my predecessor which should provide Cuba with substantial deterrent of a nuclear nature. It would be possible for the soviet union to provide yourself with fifty of R-13 nuclear missile and submarines capable of launching these missiles, with possible expansions in future. In return, we would request representative of soviet navy in Havana as well as well as right to launch these missiles with your consultation.<br/><br/>We hope we can reach a mutually beneficial agreement which ultimately benefits the workers globally.<br/><br/>Thank you,<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Leonid Ilyich Brezhnev</span><br/>General Secretary of the USSR</blockquote><br/><hr/><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/d/d6/Coat_of_arms_of_the_Soviet_Union.svg/200px-Coat_of_arms_of_the_Soviet_Union.svg.png""/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Union of Soviet Socialist Republics</span><br/><span style=""font-size: 85%; line-height: 116%;"">To: Premier of the Socialist Republic of Mongolia| From: People's Commissariat for Foreign Affairs| Subject: Re: Mongolian People's Republic| Security: High| Urgency: High</span></div><br/>Greetings Comrades from Moscow,<br/><br/>As you may have noticed, General Secretary and the leadership has renewed its focus on Asia, for Chinese treason in this front poses grave danger to interests of workers which must be challenged and we all agree with your quest to unify Mongolia. Therefore I would like to conform that General Secretary Brezhnev will support any measures you may undertake for benefit of Mongolian people.<br/><br/>As a gesture of our support, we would be open to sending military advisers to train your armed forces should you consider that scenery. Additionally, we also commit 36th Army as detachment to fight under your leadership whist the unification takes place however it is our belief that to minimize Chinese involvement, any soviet involvement should not be publicised.<br/><br/>Thank you,<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Andrei Gromyko</span><br/>Minister of Foreign Affairs of the USSR</blockquote><br/><hr/><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/d/d6/Coat_of_arms_of_the_Soviet_Union.svg/200px-Coat_of_arms_of_the_Soviet_Union.svg.png""/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Union of Soviet Socialist Republics</span><br/><span style=""font-size: 85%; line-height: 116%;"">To: Foreign Ministry of Arab Republic of Egypt| From: People's Commissariat for Foreign Affairs| Subject: East Africa| Security: Medium| Urgency: Medium</span></div><br/>Greetings Comrades from Moscow,<br/><br/>We have noticed recent movement by King Asmerom of East Africa against the republic, and we would like to extend our formal support to the republic as a close and old friends of workers. If the situation escalates to a position where your government requires any assistance from the Soviet Union, please do not hesitate to contact myself and we will make fullest attempt to provide such assistance.<br/><br/>Thank you,<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Andrei Gromyko</span><br/>Minister of Foreign Affairs of the USSR</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/d/d6/Coat_of_arms_of_the_Soviet_Union.svg/200px-Coat_of_arms_of_the_Soviet_Union.svg.png""/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Union of Soviet Socialist Republics</span><br/><span style=""font-size: 85%; line-height: 116%;"">To: Foreign Ministry of Arab Republic of Egypt| From: People's Commissariat for Foreign Affairs| Subject: East Africa| Security: High| Urgency: High</span></div><br/>Greetings Comrades from Moscow,<br/><br/>We have noticed recent movement by King Asmerom of East Africa against the republic, and we would like to extend our formal support to the republic as a close and old friends of workers. If the situation escalates to a position where your government requires any assistance from the Soviet Union, please do not hesitate to contact myself and we will make fullest attempt to provide such assistance.<br/><br/>Thank you,<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Andrei Gromyko</span><br/>Minister of Foreign Affairs of the USSR</blockquote><br/>(OOC: if I have missed someone please let me know)"
11733,1969: A Colder War (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323434&start=25,2014-12-15T20:04:00,Bolovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">January 1st, 1969</span></span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">National Palace, Salisbury, Rhodesia</span><br/><br/>Smith sat at his desk reviewing reports about the Republic, he could hear the cheers, the honks, the fireworks and gunshots outside his office as people celebrated the upcoming year. But not he,Smith thought another year with new problems. Rhodesia hasn't exactly gotten the start as an independent republic as it desired, he at least would think more nations would recognize his nation as sovereign at least the crown did. His neighbors didn't take a liking to their new neighbor either. Angola, Zambia, and Mozambique lived to see the day Rhodesia would erupt in flames. Just because it had a dominant white government. These blacks and their nationalism, Ian thought to himself. Ministry of Interior reported no new incidents other than more repelled crossings attempts by Zambian insurgents. Smith scoffed, he thought who would dare take on the most professional army in all of Africa. He was delighted to find that one nation harbored very warm relations from the start; that nation was South Africa. They were damn near allies in fact.<br/><br/>Ian Smith was popular amongst the large but still minor white community and had loyal African groups to his name. However, he needed the support of parliament in order to enact damn near anything so he followed through with controversial segregationists-like policies to ensure that the dominant white Congress was in his control. He looked at his watch and it was almost time to give his New Year Address. He fixed his tie and headed to the radio room to give his speech over the air and to journalists awaiting him. Smith walked through marble corridors, with massive marble pillars and well dressed Palace Guards. He gave multiple salutes and walked through the massive oak doors in front of the palace briskly walking down clay steps and then entered his motorcade. Upon arriving to the radio station he wasn't surprised to see the usual protesters blocking his path, or at least trying to. He looked at them and grinned provoking some to throw objects at his limousine. The police rushed the problem area and dispersed that section. Ian got out of his car, waved at cameras taking pictures and soon was seats in a recording booth waiting to display his voice amongst his Republic. The on air symbol was lit red and he was signaled to go:<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">My fellow Rhodesians,<br/>A new year has come and we have seen great progress in the last. Our factories produce products that can be seen on every shelf in every store on this planet whether big or small. The craftsmanship of the Rhodesian is so eloquent that our nation flourishes in wealth. The Republic of Rhodesia is truly the pearl of the world. Our schools make futures innovators , making break throughs everyday, inspiring other scientists in awe, we can never quench our thirst for knowledge. Our students are marvels among man itself, we will be able to surpass all of our neighbors in the race for knowledge. The Salisbury Institute of Science, the Rocky Falls Academic University, the Rhodesian International Academic Center all of these make us the envy of Africa. We truly are the pearl of the world. Our military strengthens everyday and no nation dares to attack us. The army provides security and is a sign of national unrelenting unity. Our Republics Armed forces should be our nations pride. With the professional army no internal or external threats will ever topple our great civilization. We are undeniably the pearl of the world. So I say my fellow Rhodesians, stand up proud and shout I am Rhodesian. This year we'll achieve new heights and make our influence undeniable, our voices will shake the very core of the world and our Attitude will blister the hearts of our foes. Again I say stand up and shout I am proud to be Rhodesian! </span><br/><br/>And like that he was off the air, he could crowds cheering in the Salisbury square. He grinned. As soon he turned to head for the door, multiple gun shots rang out. Smith ducked down, guards rushed in almost breaking down the door; it was the Rhodesian National Police. An a young white Officer of the age of 22 looked Smith:<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Mr.President, The SAS have been notified and the Royal Guard dispatched. We're here to secure you until the SAS arrive. Intel says ALF is assaulting the station, must've been hiding in the crowd of protesters. Bastards. </span><br/>The radio on the officers shoulder interrupted the briefing.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">(static) .... Rushers broke through the main doors of the station. 4 officers down, we're trying to hold them off in the corridors. If we can't we'll back to the cubicles. Out. </span>, the man on the radio city<br/>The young man motioned for the 4 guards to move down the hall and secure the elevator. More gunshots rang out on the floor below and then... BOOM! A grenade went off followed by heavy fire from the the two groups fighting. The fighting was masked by massive fireworks in the city as people celebrated the New Year. Smith upholstered his concealed Colt revolver.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic""> Young man, you think that I cannot fend for myself, (scoff) I served in the Majesty's SAS for 10 years I have military experience. You get behind me. Understand? </span>, Smith firmly asked.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Yes Sir.</span>, the officer said shocked at what he saw. Smith ran down the hall with the young officer following in the back. The 4 guards were there ready to blast anything that came through those elevators. Smith ordered them to cover his tracks as he headed for the stairs instead. He rushed down them with pistol in hand, busted through the door and pointed his pistol left then right. He motioned the men to move left towards the cubicles as he ran right. More gunshots were heard as smith found the back exit and rammed it with his shoulder. A helicopter light flashed his face, 4 SAS rushed him as more went around him to the cubicles.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Nice to see you Mr.President, please lets get you somewhere safe. </span>Col.Radford notioned Smith.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Rocky Falls, Rhodesia</span></span><br/>In this beautiful hill city fireworks light up the sky, night clubs are full of life, restaurants are filled, and pubs packed. However, the military broke the peace of the night. T-55 tanks strolled down the streets and BTR's raced down every avenue. Above helicopters dropped troops down as columns of regulars ran down the streets. Trucks towed AA equipment and BM-21 Grads set up atop the hills. Soldiers raced to the edge of the city over looking the disputed lake with Zambia. Snipers take positions utop buildings looking at enemy positions in Zambia. Jets streamed by and search lights were quickly being setup to spot any enemies in the tree lines.<br/><br/>Gen. Gordon quickly setup a command site and began barking orders. Within 10 minutes the searchlights were setup and began shining their powerful lights all along the banks of the lake. A wave of black Zambian soldiers attempted to stealthily cross the lake with dingy boats. Col. Banks gave word to Gordon who told his division to fire immediately. In harmonious like effort the BM-21 grads, T-55's, MG nests, sniper dens, soldiers along a highway stretch covered by brick walls, Dassault Mirages, mortars,and BTR's fired together. The lights shined over bodies in minutes. Zambian tanks and rocket teams fired in retaliation. A firefight exchange lit up the lake, 2 gun boats and 1 missile boat from the Rhodesian navy raced to secure a yacht party before Zambian soldiers targeted them. Gen. Gordon gave the order to prep the LST's to move in 2 hours. The exchange of fired lasted for more than 45 minutes; Zambian soldiers fell back to a nearby fort to regroup. Gordon knows they'd be back, he wanted to be waiting for them on their side of the bank next time. The city life abruptly stopped because of this fire and the highway out of Rocky Falls was jam packed."
11734,1969: A Colder War (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323434&start=25,2014-12-16T06:42:00,Altito Asmoro,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">January, 1969</span><br/><br/>Soekarno was a bit worried. Recent conflicts in Central Java and Kalimantan had confirmed by Badan Pusat Intelijen/Central Intellgence Division (BPI)/(CDI) that the conflicts are firefights between Chinese-trained Fifth Militia and Indonesian policemen, in which the policemen were terribly lost and killed. Soekarno ordered a funerals for the dead policemen and compensation, while also took care of the wounded ones, and ordered the current Supreme Commander of Indonesian Armed Forces, General Maraden Panggabean, to ordering an operation to vanquish Fifth Militia once and for all, with the back up from local militias.<br/><br/>On the other hand, though, it seems that few Asian nations that is willing to help, even the Malaysian is not very eager. For all he knew, probably Malaysia wanting to be annexed by China again. In the meantime, Soekarno writes a letter to USSR. And it will be send through the embassies of both countries.<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.mapsofworld.com/flags/images/indonesia-flag.gif""/></div><br/><br/>Addressed To: Leonid Ilyich Brezhnev, General Secretary of the USSR<br/><span style=""color: #FF0000"">Encryption: High</span><br/><br/>Greetings, Comrade Leonid. <br/><br/>I have personally reviewing the current situations in Asia. For now, China has its influence extended from Mongolia to Indochina, threatening both Southeast Asia and East Asia. So it's been come to my attention that China must be neutralized as soon as possible, therefore I proposed of a united invasion against China, on land, air, and sea theater. In addition to minimizing China's influence, Comrade Leonid, USSR is also be able to take all of Mongolia, even parts of China. <br/><br/>Sure, this is will requires sacrifices, and also aid from the imperialist West, which has the same common mission: To lessen China's rising influence and power. In addition to the assistance, Indonesia is also willing to help USSR installing a communist state in Southeast Asia, especially in Malaysia or Singapore, or even both.<br/><br/>I will waiting for your response, Comrade.<br/><br/>Sincerely yours,<br/>President Soekarno of Indonesia</blockquote>"
11735,1969: A Colder War (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323434&start=25,2014-12-17T12:01:00,Elam-Kurdistan,"<blockquote><div><cite>Great Nepal <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323434&amp;p=22811180#p22811180"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Moscow, USSR<br/>Sometime After the conference</span><br/>Brezhnev had debriefed the council regarding meeting in Romania, or as much as they needed - or deemed safe to know. It was further agreed that soviet union should focus its attention on Asian theatre, away from confrontation in Africa or even in Europe; it was opinion of the council that given the Chinese situation and leaks suggesting strengthening ties between Americans and Chinese, status quo in European theatre was acceptable for the time being. Pursuant to this decision, KGB chairman had send agents to China to sow dissent for the leadership among officials and public. Ultimate aim was simple, there should be a revolution in China - of any orientation - such that Soviet union could intervene to promote stability and security for the workers.<br/><br/>Which is perhaps why Brezhnev called council of ministers after receiving message from Cuba, for all intent and purpose the agreement reached after Cuban missile crisis, despite the widespread criticism Krushchev came under, was as good as set in stone. Now though with Brezhnev and Alexei along with few other close party members were discussing changing the stone and as far as Brezhnev would want to go ahead and start with clean slate, he was not going to play nuclear poker with future of world without full backing from the party. Which is why this meeting was so important. While the confidential meeting lasted for two five and screams of attendees perhaps damaged hearing of many, it did come to a conclusion backing Brezhnev's proposal.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center"">(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/d/d6/Coat_of_arms_of_the_Soviet_Union.svg/200px-Coat_of_arms_of_the_Soviet_Union.svg.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Union of Soviet Socialist Republics</span><br/><span style=""font-size: 85%; line-height: 116%;"">To: First Secretary Fidel Alejandro Castro Ruz| From: General Secretary Leonid Ilyich Brezhnev| Subject: Support| Security: For recipient's eyes only| Urgency: High</span></div><br/>Greetings Comrades from Moscow,<br/><br/>I have personally reviewed your agreement proposal and while I completely appreciate the threat posed by the United States and the strategic position of Cuba, given the current Chinese situation it is not feasible for the soviet union to provide significant conventional weaponry to support Cuba, as much as I would wish to.<br/><br/>However, we wish to revisit the agreement previously made between yourself and my predecessor which should provide Cuba with substantial deterrent of a nuclear nature. It would be possible for the soviet union to provide yourself with fifty of R-13 nuclear missile and submarines capable of launching these missiles, with possible expansions in future. In return, we would request representative of soviet navy in Havana as well as well as right to launch these missiles with your consultation.<br/><br/>We hope we can reach a mutually beneficial agreement which ultimately benefits the workers globally.<br/><br/>Thank you,<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Leonid Ilyich Brezhnev</span><br/>General Secretary of the USSR</blockquote><br/><hr/><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center"">(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/d/d6/Coat_of_arms_of_the_Soviet_Union.svg/200px-Coat_of_arms_of_the_Soviet_Union.svg.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Union of Soviet Socialist Republics</span><br/><span style=""font-size: 85%; line-height: 116%;"">To: Premier of the Socialist Republic of Mongolia| From: People's Commissariat for Foreign Affairs| Subject: Re: Mongolian People's Republic| Security: High| Urgency: High</span></div><br/>Greetings Comrades from Moscow,<br/><br/>As you may have noticed, General Secretary and the leadership has renewed its focus on Asia, for Chinese treason in this front poses grave danger to interests of workers which must be challenged and we all agree with your quest to unify Mongolia. Therefore I would like to conform that General Secretary Brezhnev will support any measures you may undertake for benefit of Mongolian people.<br/><br/>As a gesture of our support, we would be open to sending military advisers to train your armed forces should you consider that scenery. Additionally, we also commit 36th Army as detachment to fight under your leadership whist the unification takes place however it is our belief that to minimize Chinese involvement, any soviet involvement should not be publicised.<br/><br/>Thank you,<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Andrei Gromyko</span><br/>Minister of Foreign Affairs of the USSR</blockquote><br/><hr/><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center"">(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/d/d6/Coat_of_arms_of_the_Soviet_Union.svg/200px-Coat_of_arms_of_the_Soviet_Union.svg.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Union of Soviet Socialist Republics</span><br/><span style=""font-size: 85%; line-height: 116%;"">To: Foreign Ministry of Arab Republic of Egypt| From: People's Commissariat for Foreign Affairs| Subject: East Africa| Security: Medium| Urgency: Medium</span></div><br/>Greetings Comrades from Moscow,<br/><br/>We have noticed recent movement by King Asmerom of East Africa against the republic, and we would like to extend our formal support to the republic as a close and old friends of workers. If the situation escalates to a position where your government requires any assistance from the Soviet Union, please do not hesitate to contact myself and we will make fullest attempt to provide such assistance.<br/><br/>Thank you,<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Andrei Gromyko</span><br/>Minister of Foreign Affairs of the USSR</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center"">(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/d/d6/Coat_of_arms_of_the_Soviet_Union.svg/200px-Coat_of_arms_of_the_Soviet_Union.svg.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Union of Soviet Socialist Republics</span><br/><span style=""font-size: 85%; line-height: 116%;"">To: Foreign Ministry of Arab Republic of Egypt| From: People's Commissariat for Foreign Affairs| Subject: East Africa| Security: High| Urgency: High</span></div><br/>Greetings Comrades from Moscow,<br/><br/>We have noticed recent movement by King Asmerom of East Africa against the republic, and we would like to extend our formal support to the republic as a close and old friends of workers. If the situation escalates to a position where your government requires any assistance from the Soviet Union, please do not hesitate to contact myself and we will make fullest attempt to provide such assistance.<br/><br/>Thank you,<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Andrei Gromyko</span><br/>Minister of Foreign Affairs of the USSR</blockquote><br/>(OOC: if I have missed someone please let me know)</div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/5/58/Coat_of_arms_of_Cuba.svg/250px-Coat_of_arms_of_Cuba.svg.png""/></div><br/>To USSR<br/>TOP SECRET<br/><br/>Comrade,<br/><br/>This is indeed an intriguing offer and something Cuba is likely to accept, however we will have to be sure that the imperialists do not find out about this until they are ready to fire. If you recall, it almost caused nuclear annihilation in 1963. I would like to visit Moscow win two weeks to consult with you further on this in person and if I accept, plan the sending and arming of the weapons.<br/><br/>The Cuban Revolutionary Armed Forces is planning to aid the FSLN communist fighter in Nicaragua with 1,000 well equipped men (supported by a small amount of T-62 tanks and BTR-60's) from the Cuban army. These men will help the FSLN guerrillas overthrow the imperialist backed Somoza regime and create another bastion of communism in the Americas, I would like to know your thoughts on this. <br/><br/>workers of the world, UNITE!<br/><br/>Fidel Castro, President of the Republic of Cuba</blockquote>"
11736,1969: A Colder War (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323434&start=25,2014-12-18T07:11:00,Lingria,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 115%; line-height: 116%;"">Belgrade,Yugoslavia</span></span><br/>""Premier, It seems the Soviets and Mongolians have reached agreement,""<br/>""Good, Madam Viktoriya you are dismissed""<br/>""Thank you Premier Tito""<br/>The sky's over Belgrade had gotten dark, The Chinese as always were a problem to the Communist Government of Yugoslavia. It didn't help that Yugoslavia's neighbor of the south supports China. Josip Broz Tito was expected to arrive on Berlin to attend a 'Central European Communism' meeting, He hoped that Berlin hadn't changed much since his visit in 1907<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: <span style=""font-style: italic"">Leonid Ilyich Brezhnev of the USSR</span><br/><br/>We the peoples of Yugoslavia know that our relations haven't been the best, But for the sake of Communism I ask an alliance for protection and rivalry against the Chinese menace. I hope you see past our bad relations and accept this offer for a better tomorrow,<br/><div style=""float: right;"">Sincerely, <span style=""font-style: italic"">Mika Špiljak</span></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: <span style=""font-style: italic"">Premier Yumjaagiin Tsedenbal of the Socialist Republics of Mongolia</span><br/>We thank you for your concern and humbly accept your kind offer, We shall support you by sending militant arms and equipment straight for Yugoslavia's finest factories in Sarajevo and Belgrade, We hope this will be a better tomorrow and a brighter future <div style=""float: right;"">Sincerely, <span style=""font-style: italic"">Mika Špiljak</span></div></blockquote>"
11737,1969: A Colder War (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323434&start=25,2014-12-21T09:14:00,Landenburg,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">PEOPLE'S REPUBLIC OF CHINA<br/>中华人民共和国<br/>为人民服务</span></span></div><br/><br/>Mao was sitting in his office, flicking his pen around. After some time, a clerk in the palace brought the paperwork that he'd need to look at. A lot of it he already knew of and what it contained, yet there was some interesting news. The Americans had agreed to the meeting and the British were giving up Hong Kong.<span style=""font-style: italic"">This could only bring good tidings for China and her peoples</span>, Mao thought to himself. Standing up, he called for Peng Dehuai and Zhou Enlai. After some time, they both showed up. ""As you may have heard, we have good news my comrades. America has planned a time to talk and the British are giving us Hong Kong. This leaves us with only a few problems left. We will have to discuss Taiwan, Mongolia, and Korea no doubt. Perhaps we can discuss embassies and trade opening up, the American's have plenty of money and we have much to give. I know, this sounds like I'm a capitalist now. Yet, if we had that money we could better improve ourselves and our army. It's only the way the world works."" Mao said, his two friends nodded and agreeing.<br/><br/>Peng was the first to chime in. He was Mao's closet military adviser and the two were good friends. Taking that into account, he said. ""Mao, should we also bring the Russians to this talk? We do need to secure our North. That border is simply too vast and too inhospitable to easily defend.""<br/><br/>Mao turned to the side, looking out of his window and balcony. Shaking his head, Mao said ""That talk is for another day my dear friend. Now, I must deliver my speech to the people. Stepping out, onto his balcony Mao looked on. There were masses of people and soldiers, parading and celebrating.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.thehindu.com/multimedia/dynamic/00006/ARV_CHINA_ANNIVERSARY_6215f.jpg""/></div><br/><br/>After some time had passed, Mao began his speech.<br/><br/>""Class struggle, the struggle for production and scientific experiment are the three great revolutionary movements for building a mighty socialist country. These movements are a sure guarantee that communists will be free from bureaucracy and immune against revisionism and dogmatism, and will forever remain invincible. They are a reliable guarantee that the proletariat will be able to unite with the broad working masses and realize a democratic dictatorship. If in the absence of these movements, the landlords, rich peasants, counter-revolutionaries, bad elements and monsters of all kinds were allowed to crawl out, while our cadres were to shut their eyes to all this and in many cases fail even to differentiate between the enemy and ourselves but were to collaborate with the enemy and were corrupted, divided and demoralized by him, if our cadres were thus pulled out or the enemy were able to sneak in, and if many of our workers, peasants and intellectuals were left defenseless against both the soft and the hard tactics of the enemy, then it would not take long, perhaps only several years or a decade, or several decades at most, before a counter-revolutionary restoration on a national scale inevitably occurred, the Marxist-Leninist party would undoubtedly become a revisionist party or fascist party, and the whole of China would change its color.""<br/><br/>All throughout the speech everyone had remained deathly silent, transfixed on Mao's words. At the end, a celebration erupted from the crowd, deafeningly loud. Smiling, Mao waved and nodded to the people, before going back into the office.<br/><br/>""So how did I do, friends?"" Mao asked.<br/><br/>""You did wonderful, the people love you."" Zhou said, Peng agreeing with him.<br/><br/>""Now, Zhou you have some papers to write and Peng you have some rebels to stop."" Mao said, sitting back into his chair, feeling drained.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN IN THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA,<br/><br/>The People's Republic of China has deemed that this time for the meeting is acceptable. However, do note that touchy subjects may possibly be spoken about. If such is done, it does not leave the room it was spoken in. <br/><br/>Zhou Enlai<br/>周恩来</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN IN THE UNITED KINGDOM,<br/><br/>The People's Republic of China has deemed that your terms are acceptable. China will assume control of Hong Kong immediately. We in China thank you for seeing that the true owners of Hong Kong are actually their own people.<br/><br/>Zhou Enlai<br/>周恩来</blockquote></div>"
11738,1969: A Colder War (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323434&start=25,2014-12-22T03:01:00,The Miaphysite Church of Coptic Archism,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/Gxzt54f.png""/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Estado Español</span></span></span></div><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">February, 1969<br/>Vandellòs Nuclear Power Plant, Catalonia</span><br/>Francisco Franco strolled through Vandellòs with an air of power about him. He was accompanied by the highest ranking official of the Spanish Nuclear program. ""So all is faring well then?"" The thin, young man, wearing a white lab coat, replied ""Yes, sir. Production efficiency is high in all three current plants and the seven under construction are weeks ahead of schedule."" Franco nodded approvingly. They turned around a corner and Franco turned to look at the man and asked, ""What of the El Cid project?"" The scientist smiled and replied ""The project is going splendidly, Caudillo. Old estimates were under a decade, and with our new testing and enrichment reactor being built, I'd say we can almost cut that in half."" Franco nodded again and said ""Excellent work. El Cid will be vital in the years to come.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">February, 1969<br/>Mogadishu, East Africa</span><br/>Alfonse was a high-ranking Spanish government official, here to oversee funding distribution and natural resource surveys and extraction. Earlier in the day, he'd met with a Spanish survey team which was going into the Ethiopian provinces on an Oil hunt. Well, when he said Spanish he meant paid by Spain. At least half of that lot had been migrants from Africa and Latin America. Perhaps Franco thought sending good Spanish men here would be a waste, who knew what went through the mind of that man. Alfonse shook the thoughts from his head and stared out of the window of the hotel in which he was staying. The city had a certain charm to it, he had to admit. Of course, it was no Madrid. Alfonse turned around, and walked to his desk, to handle some infrastructural paperwork.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">February, 1969<br/>Somewhere east of Madrid, Castille</span><br/>Juan Abril wiped the sweat from his brow, before swinging his sledgehammer again, into the rail track below him. Along the line in both direction were several hundred men doing the exact same thing. Juan had found that spending whole days with monotonous tasks allows a lot of thinking, on many subjects. What his wife would prepare for dinner, whether his brother Matías was being released from Prison on Thursday or Friday, or his favorite subject, why he was spending his days swinging a hammer at bits of wood and metal. Somewhere up the line, some genius had figured out that if moving things around was cheaper, the economy would be better off. Juan was amazed it had taken this long to figure out.<br/><br/>Not that he would complain of course, he and many others were being paid a living wage by the State for swinging hammers, or measuring wood, or on the highway constructions, driving big yellow vehicles. Juan wished he'd got a job on the Highway construction, it would have been great fun to drive a big yellow... thing. Something that squirts pavement, or a big roller to squash it down. And with lots of levers to pull. For now though, it was Juan's job to swing hammers at bits of metal and wood, and when he was done here, he'd hit metal with a hammer somewhere else. Speaking of which...<span style=""font-style: italic"">bang</span>, Juan got back to swinging, under the Spanish sun. Matías was probably getting out on Friday...<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Rhodesia""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/f/f0/Coat_of_Arms_of_Spain_%281945-1977%29.svg/243px-Coat_of_Arms_of_Spain_%281945-1977%29.svg.png""/></div><br/><span style=""font-size: 85%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Addressed Towards:</span> Prime Minister Ian Smith<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Directed by:</span> Francisco Franco, Caudillo of Estado Español<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Encryption:</span> <span style=""color: #FF8000"">Medium</span></span><br/>Greetings from Madrid, esteemed Prime Minister. Our nations have had little if any contact in the past, a shame I wish to rectify. It is my, and my government's opinion, that the plight of Rhodesia is a respectable, honorable one and one Spain would like to be a part of. The Spanish government would like to offer assistance to Rhodesia in munitions for your military, fertilizers for your farms, and recognition of your government as legal sovereign over your territory. For now, all I would ask in exchange is your ear, should Spain in future wish to discuss more with your great nation.<br/><br/>All the best for you and your nation,<br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/e/e1/Francisco_Franco_Signature.svg/320px-Francisco_Franco_Signature.svg.png""/></blockquote></div></div></div>"
11739,1969: A Colder War (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323434&start=25,2014-12-22T06:12:00,Altito Asmoro,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">February 1969</span><br/><br/>There are some improvements regarding the proposal, so far Pakistan had expressed its interest in aiding the military, but so far only them. Pakistan, however, also tried to convinced Indonesia to not leaning very close towards USSR, to avoid its Communism, which Soekarno agreed, but nonetheless still leaning towards them for military and economy aid to further Indonesia's ambition to be strongest in Southeast Asia. Indonesia, now also with a rather stable and strong economy and military as well as political influence and close relations with Islamic nations, especially with Pakistan. Moreover, Indonesia is in talks with Pakistan regarding joint-military training as well as possibility to provide military assistance in case it is needed."
11740,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443,2014-12-12T19:24:00,Aglium,"OOC:<a class=""postlink-local"" href=""https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323441"">viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323441</a><br/><br/>MAP:<a class=""postlink"" href=""https://www.nationstates.net/page=dispatch/id=341061"" rel=""nofollow"">https://www.nationstates.net/page=dispatch/id=341061</a><br/><br/>It is November 20th 2018 the world is about to be dragged into a new war tension between the U.S. and China start to heat up every nation is worried that the tension between the U.S. and China might start World war 3 it is up to your nation to try and avoid a new World war.<br/><br/><br/><br/><br/><br/>~Meanwhile~<br/><br/>President Smith tells the world that the tension with China will end soon."
11741,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443,2014-12-12T19:25:00,Romny,oh my gosh there are way too many of these.
11742,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443,2014-12-12T19:27:00,Aglium,OOC: Please do this when you aren't Roleplaying
11743,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443,2014-12-12T19:28:00,Togeria,"South Korea begins to increase trade and relations to strengthen the government, and then the military."
11744,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443,2014-12-12T19:30:00,Badassistanian,china learns about recent actions of US and call on North Korea for a united cold war
11745,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443,2014-12-12T19:32:00,Aglium,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22775725#p22775725"">wrote</a>:</cite>South Korea begins to increase trade and relations to strengthen the government, and then the military.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The U.S. sends supplies to South Korea and Canada."
11746,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443,2014-12-12T19:35:00,Badassistanian,china begins to militarize the korean border
11747,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443,2014-12-12T19:40:00,The Untied Federation of Russia,Canada thanks the U.S. for sending them supplies and hopes that the tension between China will end soon.
11748,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443,2014-12-12T19:43:00,Togeria,"South Korea ask for a trade alliance with Canada, as military spending increase."
11749,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443,2014-12-12T19:45:00,Badassistanian,china continues to militarize all borders and build more destructive weopens and announces a new cold war against the Americans. we call on korea again to join there brothers in hatred for the US
11750,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443,2014-12-12T19:47:00,Togeria,"The south refuses to be under China's rule, as in secret the send a message to NATO requesting defensive action, in case China attempts to invade."
11751,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443,2014-12-12T19:48:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22775925#p22775925"">wrote</a>:</cite>The south refuses to be under China's rule, as in secret the send a message to NATO requesting defensive action, in case China attempts to invade.</div></blockquote><br/>we do not wish to conquer you we wish for an alliance against america and for help in the new cold war"
11752,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443,2014-12-12T19:50:00,Badassistanian,the Chinise initiate a new mars program with the goal of putting a man on mars rockets are currently being tested
11753,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443,2014-12-12T19:53:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22775934#p22775934"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22775925#p22775925"">wrote</a>:</cite>The south refuses to be under China's rule, as in secret the send a message to NATO requesting defensive action, in case China attempts to invade.</div></blockquote><br/>we do not wish to conquer you we wish for an alliance against america and for help in the new cold war</div></blockquote><br/>South Korea refuses."
11754,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443,2014-12-12T19:54:00,Badassistanian,"<img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i59.tinypic.com/dh5mps.jpg""/>"
11755,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443,2014-12-12T19:54:00,Badassistanian,because of north Koreans hatred for the US they accept an allience
11756,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443,2014-12-12T20:00:00,Badassistanian,"<img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i62.tinypic.com/sw71hg.jpg""/><br/><br/><br/>chinese soldiers are armed and prepare for anything"
11757,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443,2014-12-12T20:11:00,The Underground Movement Union,Allen begins militarization in Denmark. He offers a full economic and military alliance with the US.
11758,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443,2014-12-12T20:14:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Underground Movement Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22776151#p22776151"">wrote</a>:</cite>Allen begins militarization in Denmark. He offers a full economic and military alliance with the US.</div></blockquote><br/>South Korea request a alliance and trade agreement."
11759,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443,2014-12-12T20:15:00,Aglium,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Underground Movement Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22776151#p22776151"">wrote</a>:</cite>Allen begins militarization in Denmark. He offers a full economic and military alliance with the US.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The U.S. thanks Denmark.<br/><br/>~Meanwhile~<br/><br/>NASA also tries to send a man to mars."
11760,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443,2014-12-12T20:16:00,Badassistanian,china begins to prepare for the inevitable by draining Americas economy and make a years deadline for there debts to be paid
11761,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443,2014-12-12T20:18:00,Togeria,South Korea sends more forces to the DMZ to prepare just incase a invasion from the north happens.
11762,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443,2014-12-12T20:19:00,The Untied Federation of Russia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22775897#p22775897"">wrote</a>:</cite>South Korea ask for a trade alliance with Canada, as military spending increase.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Canada agrees.<br/><br/>~Meanwhile~<br/><br/>Canada tells China to stop hating on the U.S. the President says this.<br/><br/>""The past is the past it's time to move on."""
11763,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443,2014-12-12T20:19:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Aglium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22776190#p22776190"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Underground Movement Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22776151#p22776151"">wrote</a>:</cite>Allen begins militarization in Denmark. He offers a full economic and military alliance with the US.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The U.S. thanks Denmark. <br/><br/>~Meanwhile~ <br/><br/>NASA also tries to send a man to mars.</div></blockquote><br/>South Korea helps sends money to China to help in the debt, that way the US isn't completely drained of its capital. The south offers to become the US primary trade Partner."
11764,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443,2014-12-12T20:20:00,Badassistanian,china sets up new ways inside of the country to produce jobs and make money
11765,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=25,2014-12-12T20:20:00,The Untied Federation of Russia,OOC: Prime Minster*
11766,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=25,2014-12-12T20:21:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22776226#p22776226"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Aglium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22776190#p22776190"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>The U.S. thanks Denmark. <br/><br/>~Meanwhile~ <br/><br/>NASA also tries to send a man to mars.</div></blockquote><br/>South Korea helps sends money to China to help in the debt, that way the US isn't completely drained of its capital. The south offers to become the US primary trade Partner.</div></blockquote><br/>the chinese take this money but still require the united states part of the transaction"
11767,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=25,2014-12-12T20:23:00,Bendicion,"The British,will stay neutral at this time"
11768,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=25,2014-12-12T20:23:00,Aglium,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Untied Federation of Russia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22776224#p22776224"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22775897#p22775897"">wrote</a>:</cite>South Korea ask for a trade alliance with Canada, as military spending increase.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Canada agrees. <br/><br/>~Meanwhile~ <br/><br/>Canada tells China to stop hating on the U.S. the President says this. <br/><br/>""The past is the past it's time to move on.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The U.S. agrees with Canada."
11769,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=25,2014-12-12T20:24:00,Badassistanian,china continues to ask for the american debt and ends the cold war due to its waste of time and tech. we focus full time on the space program
11770,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=25,2014-12-12T20:26:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Aglium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22776267#p22776267"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Untied Federation of Russia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22776224#p22776224"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Canada agrees. <br/><br/>~Meanwhile~ <br/><br/>Canada tells China to stop hating on the U.S. the President says this. <br/><br/>""The past is the past it's time to move on.""</div></blockquote> <br/><br/>The U.S. agrees with Canada.</div></blockquote><br/>South Korea offers to become the USA's main trade partner in the east instead of China, as it would benefit both parties."
11771,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=25,2014-12-12T20:27:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22776293#p22776293"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Aglium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22776267#p22776267"">wrote</a>:</cite> <br/><br/>The U.S. agrees with Canada.</div></blockquote><br/>South Korea offers to become the USA's main trade partner in the east instead of China, as it would benefit both parties.</div></blockquote><br/>china reminds america s korea does not have the production capacity needed to support the US"
11772,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=25,2014-12-12T20:29:00,Togeria,"S. Korea would like to remind the US China is trying to drain them of their economy, as production needs can be met by S.Korea, Japan, and the Philipinnes."
11773,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=25,2014-12-12T20:31:00,Badassistanian,we still wait for the trillions of dollars of debt from the US and only the US
11774,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=25,2014-12-12T20:33:00,Togeria,S.Korea sends money to the US that way they can pay of their debts. As the new trade has helped S.Korea grow.
11775,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=25,2014-12-12T20:33:00,Bendicion,"As means of security.The United Kingdom declares war on the island nation of The Philippines.The island nations underfunded military is a good tasty sign for an invasion.<br/>Invasion force<br/>20,000 Soldiers(included SAS)<br/>40 warships<br/>2 aircraft carrier"
11776,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=25,2014-12-12T20:34:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22776390#p22776390"">wrote</a>:</cite>S.Korea sends money to the US that way they can pay of their debts. As the new trade has helped S.Korea grow.</div></blockquote><br/>as said before we want american dollars"
11777,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=25,2014-12-12T20:35:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bendicion <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22776397#p22776397"">wrote</a>:</cite>As means of security.The United Kingdom declares war on the island nation of The Philippines.The island nations underfunded military is a good tasty sign for an invasion.<br/>Invasion force<br/>20,000 Soldiers(included SAS)<br/>40 warships<br/>2 aircraft carrier</div></blockquote><br/>china offers england a trade alliance"
11778,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=25,2014-12-12T20:35:00,Aglium,The U.S. will take South Korea's and China's offer.
11779,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=25,2014-12-12T20:36:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bendicion <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22776397#p22776397"">wrote</a>:</cite>As means of security.The United Kingdom declares war on the island nation of The Philippines.The island nations underfunded military is a good tasty sign for an invasion.<br/>Invasion force<br/>20,000 Soldiers(included SAS)<br/>40 warships<br/>2 aircraft carrier</div></blockquote><br/>OOC:Did you even apply?<br/>IC: S.Korea sends a force to repeal the invasion<br/>10,000 soldiers<br/>17 warships<br/>1 aircraft carrier."
11780,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=25,2014-12-12T20:37:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Aglium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22776418#p22776418"">wrote</a>:</cite>The U.S. will take South Korea's and China's offer.</div></blockquote><br/>china thanks america for continuing our prospering trade as a token of gratitude you only have to pay half of the debt"
11781,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=25,2014-12-12T20:37:00,Bendicion,The Philippine Islands of. Visayas Leyte is conquered by UK forces.Invasion to Lizon and Manila is imminent.Forces from nearby Hongkong will be shortly sent.Another 5000 troops will be arriving.4000 brits were killed.
11782,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=25,2014-12-12T20:38:00,Asmana,"Italy has become Communist the dictator of Italy says.<br/><br/>""This is the only way Italy can become a superpower."" He says in a speech."
11783,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=25,2014-12-12T20:38:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bendicion <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22776444#p22776444"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Philippine Islands of. Visayas Leyte is conquered by UK forces.Invasion to Lizon and Manila is imminent.Forces from nearby Hongkong will be shortly sent.Another 5000 troops will be arriving.4000 brits were killed.</div></blockquote><br/>chinese forces of 30,000 soldiers and tanks are sent to liberate the islands"
11784,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=25,2014-12-12T20:38:00,Togeria,S.Korean forces head to Manila to repeal the British attack.
11785,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=25,2014-12-12T20:39:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Asmana <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22776455#p22776455"">wrote</a>:</cite>Italy has become Communist the dictator of Italy says. <br/><br/>""This is the only way Italy can become a superpower."" He says in a speech.</div></blockquote><br/>china offers an allience to help communism grow in your country and a trade offer"
11786,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=25,2014-12-12T20:39:00,Togeria,"Even though S. Korea disagrees with China, it is happy to see it protect the island nation."
11787,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=25,2014-12-12T20:41:00,Badassistanian,the troops land in the counquered Philippine land and begin an anti british attack
11788,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=25,2014-12-12T20:41:00,Asmana,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22776466#p22776466"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Asmana <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22776455#p22776455"">wrote</a>:</cite>Italy has become Communist the dictator of Italy says. <br/><br/>""This is the only way Italy can become a superpower."" He says in a speech.</div></blockquote><br/>china offers an allience to help communism grow in your country and a trade offer</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Italy takes China's offer."
11789,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=25,2014-12-12T20:42:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Asmana <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22776495#p22776495"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22776466#p22776466"">wrote</a>:</cite>china offers an allience to help communism grow in your country and a trade offer</div></blockquote> <br/><br/>Italy takes China's offer.</div></blockquote><br/>china thanks italy"
11790,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=50,2014-12-12T20:45:00,Badassistanian,"<img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i60.tinypic.com/i5c8hu.jpg""/><br/><br/><br/><br/><br/>chinese begin testing of new martian space suits"
11791,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=50,2014-12-12T20:45:00,Aglium,The U.S. warns the U.K. of this attack saying that any NATO nation should never do this.
11792,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=50,2014-12-12T20:47:00,Badassistanian,"chinese forces lose 10,000 men in the battles but successfully take back the Philippines and hands over control to the former philipine leaders"
11793,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=50,2014-12-12T20:49:00,Aglium,"The U.S. says<br/><br/>""If the U.K. tries to take other Nations freedom again they will be kicked out of NATO."" President Smith said."
11794,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=50,2014-12-12T20:49:00,Badassistanian,we excpect to send a man to mars in a year
11795,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=50,2014-12-12T20:50:00,Aglium,NASA wishes to work with China's space program.
11796,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=50,2014-12-12T20:53:00,Togeria,S. Korea wishes to help in the completion of the space program.
11797,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=50,2014-12-12T20:53:00,Badassistanian,"in order to improve relations china accepts in a year Chinese and american astronauts will be sent to mars and begin colonization of the area this will be a one way trip<br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i60.tinypic.com/slh4kk.jpg""/><br/><br/>how the colony will look"
11798,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=50,2014-12-12T20:53:00,The Underground Movement Union,"Denmark requests that Norway, Sweden, Finland, and Iceland will unite with them in order to keep them safe from the upcoming war. We request that the US will help us Train our soldiers.<br/><br/>OOC: It's up to Algium to decide whether or not the countries are willing to join me."
11799,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=50,2014-12-12T20:53:00,Badassistanian,china will lead the program
11800,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=50,2014-12-12T20:53:00,Communist Volkstrad,"<img alt=""Image"" src=""http://img4.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20130217171100/wargameeuropeanescalation/images/1/11/Flag_of_Communist_Bulgaria.png""/><br/>The newly created People's Republic of Bulgaria begins to reform itself, putting out new laws, reforming it into a Socialist system, and beginning to attempt to modernize itself.<br/><br/>The PRB would like to trade with China for space-faring equipment, supplies, and arms."
11801,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=50,2014-12-12T20:55:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Communist Volkstrad <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22776662#p22776662"">wrote</a>:</cite>The newly created People's Republic of Bulgaria begins to reform itself, putting out new laws, reforming it into a Socialist system, and beginning to attempt to modernize itself.<br/><br/>The PRB would like to trade with China for space-faring equipment, supplies, and arms.</div></blockquote><br/>S. Korea sends a trade agreement and alliance to Bulgaria."
11802,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=50,2014-12-12T20:55:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22776661#p22776661"">wrote</a>:</cite>china will lead the program</div></blockquote><br/>S. Korea wishes to help."
11803,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=50,2014-12-12T20:56:00,Aglium,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Underground Movement Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22776658#p22776658"">wrote</a>:</cite>Denmark requests that Norway, Sweden, Finland, and Iceland will unite with them in order to keep them safe from the upcoming war. We request that the US will help us Train our soldiers. <br/><br/>OOC: It's up to Algium to decide whether or not the countries are willing to join me.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>Norway, Sweden, Finland, and Iceland joins Denmark's alliance.<br/><br/>~Meanwhile~<br/><br/>The U.S. send some men to Denmark to train their soldiers."
11804,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=50,2014-12-12T20:59:00,Communist Volkstrad,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22776680#p22776680"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Communist Volkstrad <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22776662#p22776662"">wrote</a>:</cite>The newly created People's Republic of Bulgaria begins to reform itself, putting out new laws, reforming it into a Socialist system, and beginning to attempt to modernize itself.<br/><br/>The PRB would like to trade with China for space-faring equipment, supplies, and arms.</div></blockquote><br/>S. Korea sends a trade agreement and alliance to Bulgaria.</div></blockquote><br/>Bulgaria will accept the trade agreement, but not the alliance, not yet anyways."
11805,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=50,2014-12-12T21:01:00,Asmana,"Italy sends in<br/><br/>1,000 Soldiers<br/><br/>and<br/><br/>six Battle ships to Greece.<br/><br/>They begin to invaded the small nation."
11806,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=50,2014-12-12T21:02:00,Togeria,"S. Korea sends diplomats over to increase relations, and exchange ideas and information with the country."
11807,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=50,2014-12-12T21:08:00,Aglium,"<blockquote><div><cite>Asmana <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22776755#p22776755"">wrote</a>:</cite>Italy sends in <br/><br/>1,000 Soldiers <br/><br/>and<br/><br/>six Battle ships to Greece. <br/><br/>They begin to invaded the small nation.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The U.S. warns Italy of this action and The U.S. ask other U.N. nations about this attack<br/><br/>These nations have two choices<br/><br/>Stop Italy from attacking Greece<br/><br/>or<br/><br/>Let Italy do there attack."
11808,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=50,2014-12-12T21:13:00,Communist Volkstrad,Bulgaria continues to pump resources into the Bulgarian People's Army.
11809,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=50,2014-12-12T21:14:00,Aglium,The U.S. votes to stop Italy from attacking Greece.
11810,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=50,2014-12-12T21:17:00,Togeria,S. Korea votes to stop the invasion.
11811,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=50,2014-12-12T21:18:00,Communist Volkstrad,Bulgaria votes to stop the invasion.
11812,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=50,2014-12-12T21:19:00,Asmana,OOC: Sorry for my bad spelling<br/><br/>IC: Italy Ignors the U.N. the Italian army has taken over half of Greece.
11813,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=50,2014-12-12T21:21:00,Togeria,"S. Korea prepares a force to aid the US I stopping Italy, sending them to the country to be deployed, as the rest will be flown in."
11814,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=50,2014-12-12T21:25:00,Aglium,The U.S. sends troops to Greece to force the Italian army back.
11815,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=75,2014-12-12T21:25:00,The Underground Movement Union,"OOC: When I said Unite, I meant like have all the mentioned countries merge into one country.<br/><br/>IC- The prime minister thanks the US for helping us improve our military. They also vote against Italy s attack, as well as send 2,200 soldiers, 12 battle ships and a air wing to defend Greece."
11816,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=75,2014-12-12T21:29:00,Aglium,The U.S. thanks Denmark for helping the U.N. stop Italy.
11817,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=75,2014-12-12T21:38:00,Asmana,The Italian forces fall back towards the beach.
11818,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=75,2014-12-12T21:42:00,Bendicion,The Philppines...UK decides to retreat to the Pacific.<br/><br/>UK is starting a worldwide trade policy to increase trade volume.The military is taking up 2.7% of GDP.<br/><br/>UK condemns Italys move
11819,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=75,2014-12-12T21:44:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bendicion <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22777200#p22777200"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Philppines...UK decides to retreat to the Pacific.<br/><br/>UK is starting a worldwide trade policy to increase trade volume.The military is taking up 2.7% of GDP.<br/><br/>UK condemns Italys move</div></blockquote><br/>S. Korea would like to form a trade agreement with the UK, but not yet a alliance, as they tried to invade their ally."
11820,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=75,2014-12-12T21:46:00,The Underground Movement Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>Asmana <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22777154#p22777154"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Italian forces fall back towards the beach.</div></blockquote><br/>Danish troops fearlessly move forward, out numbering and out training them. Bombers ARE THE First To Hit The beaches. Then the tanks create a blitzkrieg attacking from the front while armored cars and infantry attack the sides."
11821,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=75,2014-12-12T21:52:00,Bendicion,"SoKor is accepted.<br/>The Philippines is a small country for raking.We wanted it,so that we could better monitor the Chinese."
11822,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=75,2014-12-12T21:58:00,Aglium,The U.S. and their allies has defeated the Italian forces.
11823,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=75,2014-12-12T22:00:00,The Untied Federation of Russia,"Canada sends some supplies to the U.S., U.K. and South Korea."
11824,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=75,2014-12-12T22:09:00,The Underground Movement Union,"Denmark warns Italy that if they dare attack Greece, or any other nation again, that they will bring the fight to their land.<br/><br/>Denmark elects a senator in Iceland, Norway, Sweden and Finland. Denmark offers Canada and the UK an economic and military alliance.<br/><br/>Denmark now reclassifies itself as a Union. Its new name: The Danish Union."
11825,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=75,2014-12-12T22:11:00,Badassistanian,china denounces italys attack and ignoring the UN
11826,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=75,2014-12-12T22:12:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Underground Movement Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22777483#p22777483"">wrote</a>:</cite>Denmark warns Italy that if they dare attack Greece, or any other nation again, that they will bring the fight to their land.<br/><br/>Denmark elects a senator in Iceland, Norway, Sweden and Finland. Denmark offers Canada and the UK an economic and military alliance. <br/><br/>Denmark now reclassifies itself as a Union. Its new name: The Danish Union.</div></blockquote><br/>S. Korea offers the Danish Union a alliance, as tensions between the south and north go bitter , as a North Korean shell hit a neighboring building. South Korea prepares to mobilize, arming the border."
11827,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=75,2014-12-12T22:14:00,The Untied Federation of Russia,Canada takes the Danish Union's offer.
11828,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=75,2014-12-12T22:14:00,The Underground Movement Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22777518#p22777518"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Underground Movement Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22777483#p22777483"">wrote</a>:</cite>Denmark warns Italy that if they dare attack Greece, or any other nation again, that they will bring the fight to their land.<br/><br/>Denmark elects a senator in Iceland, Norway, Sweden and Finland. Denmark offers Canada and the UK an economic and military alliance. <br/><br/>Denmark now reclassifies itself as a Union. Its new name: The Danish Union.</div></blockquote><br/>S. Korea offers the Danish Union a alliance, as tensions between the south and north go bitter , as a North Korean shell hit a neighboring building. South Korea prepares to mobilize, arming the border.</div></blockquote><br/>Prime minister Allen accepts the offer."
11829,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=75,2014-12-12T22:15:00,Bendicion,"UK accepts all aid.<br/><br/>However,riots are occuring in our country,the economy is spiraling down already.Multiple groups are fighting iur government.A scandal has brike and the country is slowly decaying all to the fact they lost to acquiring the Philippines,a source of income."
11830,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=75,2014-12-12T22:16:00,Badassistanian,the chinise space program along with america are readying for launch earlier than normal due to help from s korea
11831,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=75,2014-12-12T22:16:00,Asmana,Italy will stop attacking and taking other nations freedom.
11832,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=75,2014-12-12T22:16:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bendicion <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22777555#p22777555"">wrote</a>:</cite>UK accepts all aid.<br/><br/>However,riots are occuring in our country,the economy is spiraling down already.Multiple groups are fighting iur government.A scandal has brike and the country is slowly decaying all to the fact they lost to acquiring the Philippines,a source of income.</div></blockquote><br/>you deserve it for invadeing the Philippines scumbag"
11833,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=75,2014-12-12T22:17:00,Badassistanian,"we can launch when america is ready, and we also offer s. Korea a seat on this trip"
11834,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=75,2014-12-12T22:18:00,Togeria,"S. Korean forces head toward the border, demanding North Korea apologize , after so many years of taking aggression from the north, the south will not sit back this time, especially since their military has increased."
11835,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=75,2014-12-12T22:19:00,Aglium,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bendicion <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22777555#p22777555"">wrote</a>:</cite>UK accepts all aid.<br/><br/>However,riots are occuring in our country,the economy is spiraling down already.Multiple groups are fighting iur government.A scandal has brike and the country is slowly decaying all to the fact they lost to acquiring the Philippines,a source of income.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The U.S. sends 10,000 dollars to the U.K."
11836,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=75,2014-12-12T22:19:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22777574#p22777574"">wrote</a>:</cite>we can launch when america is ready, and we also offer s. Korea a seat on this trip</div></blockquote><br/>S. Korea accepts."
11837,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=75,2014-12-12T22:21:00,Badassistanian,wishing for more land china lays claim over mongolia and prepares for war but asks for support from other countrys first
11838,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=75,2014-12-12T22:21:00,Bendicion,Scotland declares independece!<br/><br/>The Union Army struggles keeping out riots all over th country.The Irish Republican Army has attacked and ambushed military personnel in Ireland(northern)
11839,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=75,2014-12-12T22:23:00,Asmana,Italy will support China on taking over Mongolia.
11840,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=100,2014-12-12T22:24:00,Badassistanian,"hearing no one against it china begins invasion of mongolia with a 60,000 man force and begins bombing key locations"
11841,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=100,2014-12-12T22:24:00,Togeria,"After growing tensions, and each side not willing to compromise the Koreas have declared war, as hard fighting has occurred at the DMZ."
11842,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=100,2014-12-12T22:26:00,Bendicion,"With support from USA monet,the Union Armt pushes and retakes Scotland after a 6 day battle.Northern Ireland is defended by valiant Brit fighters.The UK will invade all of Ireland after the Irish Army attacked with the IRA against UK."
11843,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=100,2014-12-12T22:27:00,Badassistanian,chinese forces easily take over sainshan and continue on route to Ulaanbaatar the capitil city
11844,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=100,2014-12-12T22:28:00,Bendicion,"30,000 soldiers and 50 warships attack iReland.A heavy bombing is first made then aerial bombing,troops cross the border and heavy battles happen.A beachead is estavlished from the south as UK planes continue bombing cities.<br/>8,000 brits KIa"
11845,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=100,2014-12-12T22:29:00,Togeria,"After 3days of hard battle, it has ended in a stalemate, with the south slowly pushing into the north, they being out teched, but willing to die for their leader."
11846,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=100,2014-12-12T22:29:00,Badassistanian,"<img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i60.tinypic.com/ekrd47.gif""/>route of invasion"
11847,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=100,2014-12-12T22:30:00,Badassistanian,"the primitive army of mongolia is no macth for chinas modern military and we puch the front to the capitil losin 20,000 men in the process"
11848,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=100,2014-12-12T22:31:00,Bendicion,"Britain calls for an alliance between Denmark and SoKor as well as US and Canada.In Neutral countries like Japan and Vietnam,Britain us wanting trade concessions.<br/><br/>The British Army overrans Irish positions in Ireland,the beachead pushes north towards Dublin.The Scottish resistance is falling.New trade causes riots to slow down with police holding it."
11849,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=100,2014-12-12T22:33:00,Badassistanian,we begin to lay siege on the city hitting it with strategic missiles and sending in guerrilla fighters
11850,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=100,2014-12-12T22:33:00,Blaze of the Wolf,Brazil begins to take over half of South America.
11851,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=100,2014-12-12T22:34:00,Togeria,"After a key offensive the south is able to break the lines, and invade the north fully, as the south is winning battles on the sea, in the air, and now on foot."
11852,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=100,2014-12-12T22:35:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Blaze of the Wolf <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22777736#p22777736"">wrote</a>:</cite>Brazil begins to take over half of South America.</div></blockquote><br/>occ:dosent work that way you have to go through the UN and only one nation at a time also have you signed up"
11853,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=100,2014-12-12T22:35:00,Aglium,The U.S. warns Brazil of their actions.
11854,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=100,2014-12-12T22:36:00,Badassistanian,as the capital slowly crumbles we lose many men in the fight but are able to stand our ground. we are now in support of unified korea
11855,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=100,2014-12-12T22:36:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Blaze of the Wolf <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22777736#p22777736"">wrote</a>:</cite>Brazil begins to take over half of South America.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: also Brazil doesn't have that string of an military, you need to build it up."
11856,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=100,2014-12-12T22:36:00,Badassistanian,once again we ask america if it is ready for launch
11857,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=100,2014-12-12T22:37:00,Aglium,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22777753#p22777753"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Blaze of the Wolf <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22777736#p22777736"">wrote</a>:</cite>Brazil begins to take over half of South America.</div></blockquote><br/>occ:dosent work that way you have to go through the UN and only one nation at a time also have you signed up</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC: He already signed up and I let him join but he is right you will have to go through the UN first."
11858,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=100,2014-12-12T22:38:00,Aglium,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22777776#p22777776"">wrote</a>:</cite>once again we ask america if it is ready for launch</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The U.S. is ready."
11859,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=100,2014-12-12T22:38:00,Togeria,"S.Korean forces are put at a stand still as the north pummel the lines with artillery, the south request the aid of the US."
11860,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=100,2014-12-12T22:39:00,Badassistanian,"胜利<br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i60.tinypic.com/35ndnb7.jpg""/>"
11861,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=100,2014-12-12T22:40:00,Aglium,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22777799#p22777799"">wrote</a>:</cite>S.Korean forces are put at a stand still as the north pummel the lines with artillery, the south request the aid of the US.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The U.S. sends troops to help the South Koreans."
11862,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=100,2014-12-12T22:40:00,The Underground Movement Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bendicion <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22777717#p22777717"">wrote</a>:</cite>Britain calls for an alliance between Denmark and SoKor as well as US and Canada.In Neutral countries like Japan and Vietnam,Britain us wanting trade concessions.<br/><br/>The British Army overrans Irish positions in Ireland,the beachead pushes north towards Dublin.The Scottish resistance is falling.New trade causes riots to slow down with police holding it.</div></blockquote><br/>We accept this alliance. We will also send 3,000 soldiers to help you crush Scottish resistance and prevent a welsh rebellion.<br/><br/>2,200 soldiers and an air wing are deployed into North Korea to help South Korean forces take NK."
11863,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=100,2014-12-12T22:42:00,Badassistanian,chinese american and korean astronauts launch towords mars china nominates its self for the nobel peace prize by sending men to the moon and organizing the mission we also thank all people who helped. as they say in america Houston we have lift off
11864,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=100,2014-12-12T22:42:00,Togeria,"With aid from its allies, the south is able to regain its momentum, and launch a full assault into the north, as three army lines are headed to the capital."
11865,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=125,2014-12-12T22:43:00,Blaze of the Wolf,OOC: Sorry<br/><br/>Brazil ask the U.N. if they could unite South America.
11866,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=125,2014-12-12T22:44:00,Novaya Equestria,"The Bundesrepublik Deutschland has changed its government to that of the Nazi government (only this time it is more benevolent) as it sent prepared its military, the Reichswehr (consisted of the Reichsheer, the Reichsluftwaffe, and the Reichsmarine), for any conflicts. The German Fourth Reich begins to use concepts used by the US Armed Forces such as the Marine Air-Ground Task Force and others."
11867,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=125,2014-12-12T22:44:00,Badassistanian,chinese troops join the fight and push into Korea from the north. we also begin setting up goverment in our new lands. that chinese symbol means victory
11868,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=125,2014-12-12T22:45:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Novaya Equestria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22777834#p22777834"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Bundesrepublik Deutschland has changed its government to that of the Nazi government (only this time it is more benevolent) as it sent its military, the Reichswehr (formed from the Bundeswehr), to attack Italy for invading Greece.</div></blockquote><br/>china sends an offer of a trade alliance and a military alliance to germany"
11869,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=125,2014-12-12T22:45:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Novaya Equestria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22777834#p22777834"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Bundesrepublik Deutschland has changed its government to that of the Nazi government (only this time it is more benevolent) as it sent its military, the Reichswehr (formed from the Bundeswehr), to attack Italy for invading Greece.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC:Need to apply."
11870,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=125,2014-12-12T22:47:00,Togeria,"With the mounting pressure on North Korea, they rush to capital to begin the defense, as southern forces hit the capital from the center, left flank, and right."
11871,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=125,2014-12-12T22:47:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Blaze of the Wolf <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22777831#p22777831"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: Sorry <br/><br/>Brazil ask the U.N. if they could unite South America.</div></blockquote><br/>china votes yes"
11872,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=125,2014-12-12T22:48:00,Aglium,"<blockquote><div><cite>Blaze of the Wolf <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22777831#p22777831"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: Sorry <br/><br/>Brazil ask the U.N. if they could unite South America.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The U.S. says no saying.<br/><br/>""It's not right to take over another nation that doesn't want to be united with another nation."" President Smith said."
11873,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=125,2014-12-12T22:50:00,Togeria,"After three weeks of fighting the north has fallen, as the South Korean flag is raised over the capital, Korea will no longer be known as North Korea or South Korea, but just as Korea. For it has been unified."
11874,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=125,2014-12-12T22:50:00,Badassistanian,chinas reason for yes is it does not affect us at all
11875,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=125,2014-12-12T22:51:00,Badassistanian,china congratulates korea on there win offering a trade agreement
11876,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=125,2014-12-12T22:51:00,Aglium,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22777903#p22777903"">wrote</a>:</cite>After three weeks of fighting the north has fallen, as the South Korean flag is raised over the capital, Korea will no longer be known as North Korea or South Korea, but just as Korea. For it has been unified.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>President Smith is glad that Korea has been united."
11877,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=125,2014-12-12T22:52:00,Truva,All Balkan countries led by Turkey and Greece band together and severe ties with China along with deposing the current government in favor of a more UN supportive stance along with assisting heavily in their Air Force and Navy while sending more trade to countries like us. Furthermore sending a brigade of military police to Korea and begin a state of total war.<br/>Btw how do I apply?
11878,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=125,2014-12-12T22:52:00,The Underground Movement Union,"The Danish Union miners discover a Giant Iron deposit. We offer to sell this iron to the US, Canada, Korea, the UK and China."
11879,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=125,2014-12-12T22:53:00,Badassistanian,china demands Vietnam join us or risk invasion
11880,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=125,2014-12-12T22:53:00,Togeria,"<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://fav.me/d4cogio/"" rel=""nofollow"">Flag of Unified Korea</a><br/><br/>In total 1.5million were known to have died in the unification of Korea."
11881,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=125,2014-12-12T22:54:00,The Underground Movement Union,The Danish Union offers Russia and Germany a full economic and military alliance.
11882,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=125,2014-12-12T22:55:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Truva <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22777923#p22777923"">wrote</a>:</cite>All Balkan countries led by Turkey and Greece band together and severe ties with China along with deposing the current government in favor of a more UN supportive stance along with assisting heavily in their Air Force and Navy while sending more trade to countries like us. Furthermore sending a brigade of military police to Korea and begin a state of total war. <br/>Btw how do I apply?</div></blockquote><br/>dude you cant just waltz into korea and go to the occ and severe ties with me"
11883,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=125,2014-12-12T22:57:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Underground Movement Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22777925#p22777925"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Danish Union miners discover a Giant Iron deposit. We offer to sell this iron to the US, Canada, Korea, the UK and China.</div></blockquote><br/>Korea wishes to buy the iron, and agrees to trade relations with China."
11884,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=125,2014-12-12T22:57:00,Novaya Equestria,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Underground Movement Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22777941#p22777941"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Danish Union offers Russia and Germany a full economic and military alliance.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Germany accepts its offer."
11885,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=125,2014-12-12T22:57:00,Truva,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22777945#p22777945"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Truva <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22777923#p22777923"">wrote</a>:</cite>All Balkan countries led by Turkey and Greece band together and severe ties with China along with deposing the current government in favor of a more UN supportive stance along with assisting heavily in their Air Force and Navy while sending more trade to countries like us. Furthermore sending a brigade of military police to Korea and begin a state of total war. <br/>Btw how do I apply?</div></blockquote><br/>dude you cant just waltz into korea and go to the occ and severe ties with me</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Well Germany being fascist and all its against our interest and you supporting Nazis make us not support you. We do support the UN and South Korea"
11886,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=125,2014-12-12T22:58:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Novaya Equestria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22777955#p22777955"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Underground Movement Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22777941#p22777941"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Danish Union offers Russia and Germany a full economic and military alliance.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Germany accepts its offer.</div></blockquote><br/>once again we offer a trade agreement and allience to germany"
11887,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=125,2014-12-12T22:59:00,Truva,Korea and US do you recognize the new Balkan government?
11888,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=125,2014-12-12T22:59:00,Aglium,"President Smith gives a speech on the Worlds news today.<br/><br/>""My fellow Americans for years this world has been divide but after I saw Korea get United there may be hope for this world where every nation is united and there are no more wars but only peace."" Smith said."
11889,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=125,2014-12-12T23:00:00,Aglium,"<blockquote><div><cite>Truva <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22777973#p22777973"">wrote</a>:</cite>Korea and US do you recognize the new Balkan government?</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC: Yes but you have to go to the sign up thread so we can respond"
11890,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=150,2014-12-12T23:00:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Truva <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22777960#p22777960"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22777945#p22777945"">wrote</a>:</cite>dude you cant just waltz into korea and go to the occ and severe ties with me</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Well Germany being fascist and all its against our interest and you supporting Nazis make us not support you. We do support the UN and South Korea</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: first someone is already Germany, second it's the south that united Korea."
11891,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=150,2014-12-12T23:01:00,Novaya Equestria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22777964#p22777964"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Novaya Equestria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22777955#p22777955"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Germany accepts its offer.</div></blockquote><br/>once again we offer a trade agreement and allience to germany</div></blockquote><br/>Germany accepts."
11892,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=150,2014-12-12T23:02:00,Novaya Equestria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Truva <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22777960#p22777960"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22777945#p22777945"">wrote</a>:</cite>dude you cant just waltz into korea and go to the occ and severe ties with me</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Well Germany being fascist and all its against our interest and you supporting Nazis make us not support you. We do support the UN and South Korea</div></blockquote><br/>//Dude, read this:<br/><blockquote><div><cite>Novaya Equestria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22777834#p22777834"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Bundesrepublik Deutschland has changed its government to that of the Nazi government (only this time it is more benevolent) as it sent prepared its military, the Reichswehr (consisted of the Reichsheer, the Reichsluftwaffe, and the Reichsmarine), for any conflicts. The German Fourth Reich begins to use concepts used by the US Armed Forces such as the Marine Air-Ground Task Force and others.</div></blockquote>"
11893,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=150,2014-12-12T23:02:00,Badassistanian,china asks the UN to vote on pressureing vietnam into joining china for there better good
11894,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=150,2014-12-12T23:03:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Novaya Equestria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22777992#p22777992"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Truva <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22777960#p22777960"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Well Germany being fascist and all its against our interest and you supporting Nazis make us not support you. We do support the UN and South Korea</div></blockquote><br/>//Dude, read this:<br/><blockquote><div><cite>Novaya Equestria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22777834#p22777834"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Bundesrepublik Deutschland has changed its government to that of the Nazi government (only this time it is more benevolent) as it sent prepared its military, the Reichswehr (consisted of the Reichsheer, the Reichsluftwaffe, and the Reichsmarine), for any conflicts. The German Fourth Reich begins to use concepts used by the US Armed Forces such as the Marine Air-Ground Task Force and others.</div></blockquote></div></blockquote><br/>i know there nazis but money comes before political partys in china"
11895,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=150,2014-12-12T23:04:00,Aglium,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22778000#p22778000"">wrote</a>:</cite>china asks the UN to vote on pressureing vietnam into joining china for there better good</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The U.S. supports this saying that if every nation on earth was united there will be peace."
11896,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=150,2014-12-12T23:05:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22778000#p22778000"">wrote</a>:</cite>china asks the UN to vote on pressureing vietnam into joining china for there better good</div></blockquote><br/>Korea relucntly votes yes."
11897,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=150,2014-12-12T23:06:00,Badassistanian,seeing major powers vote veitnam gives into the pressure and joins china
11898,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=150,2014-12-12T23:07:00,Aglium,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Breaking News!</span><br/><br/>President Smith has been killed by a ISIS terrorist right now everybody in America is sadden for the loss of their leader."
11899,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=150,2014-12-12T23:08:00,Togeria,"Korea begins tending to the new land, and building new cities, to increase it's already impressive income, as it is expected to double the amount it was exporting to the US in two years."
11900,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=150,2014-12-12T23:08:00,Badassistanian,"<img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i59.tinypic.com/2vsl26t.gif""/><br/><br/><br/>Current Chinese empire"
11901,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=150,2014-12-12T23:10:00,Badassistanian,Chinese puts invadeing to the side and begin building up its infrastructure
11902,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=150,2014-12-12T23:12:00,Togeria,"Korea now looks Into annexing the large plot of land directly above them. Korea sends flowers to president Smith, and send their regards."
11903,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=150,2014-12-12T23:15:00,Aglium,"Right now the Vice President James is hosting the Funeral.<br/><br/>""Today is a sad day President Smith has been killed by ISIS assassian he was a great man he helped the U.S. get out of the second Cold war not it's time to take down ISIS once and for all so I will ask the U.N. if they want to go to war with ISIS."" James said in a speech."
11904,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=150,2014-12-12T23:16:00,Togeria,"Korea brings it to the UN that it should hold sovereignty over Manchuria, it could help Korea better aid it's allies, and truly make Korea self sufficient."
11905,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=150,2014-12-12T23:19:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22778125#p22778125"">wrote</a>:</cite>Korea brings it to the UN that it should hold sovereignty over Manchuria, it could help Korea better aid it's allies, and truly make Korea self sufficient.</div></blockquote><br/>yes if you u remain peaceful to our nation"
11906,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=150,2014-12-12T23:20:00,Togeria,Korea agrees.
11907,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=150,2014-12-12T23:20:00,Novaya Equestria,OOC: Sent the application.
11908,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=150,2014-12-12T23:20:00,Aglium,The U.S. agrees.<br/><br/>The U.S. also ask the U.N. to help them with ISIS.
11909,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=150,2014-12-12T23:21:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Novaya Equestria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22778160#p22778160"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: Sent the application.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: if you look you've been accepted. XD"
11910,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=150,2014-12-12T23:21:00,The Underground Movement Union,"The Danish Union joins the war on terror. Soldiers are sent to Iran and Syria to stop ISIS expansion.<br/><br/>A total of 4,000 men were deployed to fight the terrorists, using guerrilla warfare and counter terrorism tactics."
11911,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=150,2014-12-12T23:22:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22778125#p22778125"">wrote</a>:</cite>Korea brings it to the UN that it should hold sovereignty over Manchuria, it could help Korea better aid it's allies, and truly make Korea self sufficient.</div></blockquote><br/>occ: without realizing the map is not modern that territory is held by me already sorry"
11912,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=150,2014-12-12T23:22:00,Aglium,"The U.S. sends 20,000 soldiers to the middle East."
11913,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=150,2014-12-12T23:23:00,The Underground Movement Union,Danish Union agrees to let Korea annex the land above.
11914,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=150,2014-12-12T23:23:00,Togeria,"Korea has annexed Manchuria, and will send 2,000 soldiers to fight Isis, being trained very little in guerrilla warfare, needing additional training."
11915,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=175,2014-12-12T23:24:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22778057#p22778057"">wrote</a>:</cite>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i59.tinypic.com/2vsl26t.gif"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/><br/><br/>Current Chinese empire</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: could you do me as blue please?"
11916,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=175,2014-12-12T23:24:00,Badassistanian,China wishes to remain out of the Isis fight
11917,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=175,2014-12-12T23:25:00,Novaya Equestria,The German Fourth Reich has joined the war against ISIS.
11918,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=175,2014-12-12T23:25:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22778191#p22778191"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22778057#p22778057"">wrote</a>:</cite>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i59.tinypic.com/2vsl26t.gif"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/><br/><br/>Current Chinese empire</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: could you do me as blue please?</div></blockquote><br/>not right now I'm on my phone currently"
11919,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=175,2014-12-12T23:26:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22778202#p22778202"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22778191#p22778191"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: could you do me as blue please?</div></blockquote><br/>not right now I'm on my phone currently</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: it's cool bro."
11920,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=175,2014-12-12T23:28:00,Badassistanian,Occ: crap sorry togeria I made a non modern map that region china already held by me woops I feel pretty stupid now
11921,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=175,2014-12-12T23:29:00,Togeria,"Korea begins to build cities in Manchuria, and begins to work the farmland, as it's GDP is expected to triple in the coming years.<br/><br/>OOC:;-;"
11922,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=175,2014-12-12T23:30:00,Aglium,OOC: I'm going to bed.
11923,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=175,2014-12-12T23:32:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22778223#p22778223"">wrote</a>:</cite>Occ: crap sorry togeria I made a non modern map that region china already held by me woops I feel pretty stupid now</div></blockquote><br/>OOC:I'm still keeping it."
11924,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=175,2014-12-12T23:34:00,Badassistanian,"Occ:I also made that just to represent my empire, fine by me we will make that modern<br/>IC: we begin to drain more cash into the space production am"
11925,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=175,2014-12-12T23:35:00,Badassistanian,*space program
11926,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=175,2014-12-12T23:46:00,Badassistanian,We give the region to Korea to make up for it
11927,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=175,2014-12-13T00:09:00,Badassistanian,Chinese ask for trade agreements with all nations we yet to trade with
11928,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=175,2014-12-13T00:10:00,The Underground Movement Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22778519#p22778519"">wrote</a>:</cite>Chinese ask for trade agreements with all nations we yet to trade with</div></blockquote><br/>The Danish Union accepts."
11929,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=175,2014-12-13T00:13:00,The Underground Movement Union,"<img alt=""Image"" src=""https://encrypted-tbn2.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcRcTY_knKxhLkdThfsJFjTEf-rx3DcdOJQVFucK2jAzDZGKP4uq""/><br/>Current map of the Danish Union"
11930,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=175,2014-12-13T00:35:00,Bendicion,Great Britian unifies all of Ireland into the United Kingdom!<br/><br/>Trade flock to the UK as more and more businessmen and investors flock the country.Riots have ceased.The UK is aiding the WHO in combating Ebola.<br/>The nation is now prioritizing commerce and defense.<br/><br/>The nation is building 1 ship per week(RL hour)
11931,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=175,2014-12-13T08:54:00,The Underground Movement Union,Danish Union begins researching a cure for ebola as well as begins researching new weapon technology.
11932,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=175,2014-12-13T10:20:00,Aglium,The U.S. army has founded one of ISIS base in the Middle East and killed every ISIS terrorist in there.
11933,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=175,2014-12-13T10:46:00,The Untied Federation of Russia,Canada sends some supplies to the Danish Union.
11934,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=175,2014-12-13T10:58:00,Togeria,"Korea begins to fund the Danish, as they themselves begin putting research into medicine and technology, specifically finding a way to cure Alzheimer's and help completely fix a broken bone, specifically those found in the spine."
11935,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=175,2014-12-13T11:05:00,The Underground Movement Union,"With all the funding, the Danish Union is able to create a medication that slows down Ebola along with killing 1/10 of the Ebola cells. We also created a new rifle, called the DAR-1. It's a fully automatic rifle with a Bullpup Design. It has 48 7.62 per magazine and has a grip Integrated and has an adjustable stock, and is usually seen with a scope, and it is very accurate. We are now selling this new rifle and the medication to our allies."
11936,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=175,2014-12-13T11:06:00,Aglium,"The U.S. would like to have the DAR-1 for 1,000 dollars."
11937,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=175,2014-12-13T11:06:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Underground Movement Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22781755#p22781755"">wrote</a>:</cite>With all the funding, the Danish Union is able to create a medication that slows down Ebola along with killing 1/10 of the Ebola cells. We also created a new rifle, called the DAR-1. It's a fully automatic rifle with a Bullpup Design. It has 48 7.62 per magazine and has a grip Integrated and has an adjustable stock, and is usually seen with a scope. We are now selling this new rifle and the medication to our allies.</div></blockquote><br/>Korea is interested in both new inventions, and would like to both the vaccine and rifle."
11938,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=175,2014-12-13T11:08:00,The Underground Movement Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>Aglium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22781771#p22781771"">wrote</a>:</cite>The U.S. would like to have the DAR-1 for 1,000 dollars.</div></blockquote><br/>We shall sell some DAR-1's to you for that price.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22781775#p22781775"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Underground Movement Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22781755#p22781755"">wrote</a>:</cite>With all the funding, the Danish Union is able to create a medication that slows down Ebola along with killing 1/10 of the Ebola cells. We also created a new rifle, called the DAR-1. It's a fully automatic rifle with a Bullpup Design. It has 48 7.62 per magazine and has a grip Integrated and has an adjustable stock, and is usually seen with a scope. We are now selling this new rifle and the medication to our allies.</div></blockquote><br/>Korea is interested in both new inventions, and would like to both the vaccine and rifle.</div></blockquote><br/>We shall ship both to you as well."
11939,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=175,2014-12-13T11:10:00,Togeria,"Korea request funding, which will headed towards the cure for Alzheimer's."
11940,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=200,2014-12-13T11:15:00,The Untied Federation of Russia,Canada funds Korea for their cure.
11941,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=200,2014-12-13T11:16:00,The Underground Movement Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22781802#p22781802"">wrote</a>:</cite>Korea request funding, which will headed towards the cure for Alzheimer's.</div></blockquote><br/>The UMU funds them with 500,000 Krones.<br/><br/>We also offer the Canadians a deal, where the Danish Union and Canada can work together in Making aircraft."
11942,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=200,2014-12-13T11:17:00,The Untied Federation of Russia,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Underground Movement Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22781863#p22781863"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22781802#p22781802"">wrote</a>:</cite>Korea request funding, which will headed towards the cure for Alzheimer's.</div></blockquote><br/>The UMU funds them with 500,000 Krones.<br/><br/>We also offer the Canadians a deal, where the Danish Union and Canada can work together in Making aircraft.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Canada takes the offer."
11943,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=200,2014-12-13T11:22:00,Badassistanian,China establishes contact with the colony everything is goin great we ask Korea and America to send supplies to mars
11944,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=200,2014-12-13T11:25:00,Badassistanian,"China claims the land of Kazakhstan is and always will be Chinese land, Chinese forces prepar for an invasion"
11945,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=200,2014-12-13T11:27:00,Togeria,"Korea sends supplies to China for the trip. With help from allies, the cure for Alzheimer's is looking brighter everyday.<br/><br/>Korea condemns the invasion."
11946,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=200,2014-12-13T11:31:00,Badassistanian,"<img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i61.tinypic.com/2wmm436.gif""/><br/><br/><br/><br/><br/>current korean and chinese empires<br/><br/><br/>china asks what could be done to change Koreans mind about the invasion"
11947,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=200,2014-12-13T11:32:00,Aglium,The U.S. also condemns the invasion.
11948,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=200,2014-12-13T11:32:00,The Underground Movement Union,"<img alt=""Image"" src=""https://encrypted-tbn1.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcS5ZLlrChVpd5_y7fDuXzsXaKvRZkc92buTW27FuiuOUr1gZC8r""/><br/>The Danish Union changes their flag to this.<br/><br/>The Danish Union decides to make a province system.<br/>Iceland is a province<br/>Norway is a province<br/>Sweden is a province<br/>Finland is a province<br/>Denmark is a province<br/>And Greenland is a province."
11949,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=200,2014-12-13T11:33:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"The Second Soviet Union condemns the invasion of Kazakhstan. In a press release a Soviet official was quoted as saying:<br/><br/>""This is an act of evil by a nation who has violated Human Rights for so long by using their citizens as practical slave labour. Kazakhstan has only recently released by the Soviet Union in 1991, since they did not want to be part of the Union, therefore we implore the United Nations to do something about this, for the greater good of the Earth and our species, plus the other species that live on Earth.""<br/><br/>Meanwhile, work starts on the Trans-Siberian Railway to turn it into a Maglev rail, and we offer to extend the line to the Danish Union."
11950,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=200,2014-12-13T11:34:00,The Underground Movement Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22782034#p22782034"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Second Soviet Union condemns the invasion of Kazakhstan. In a press release a Soviet official was quoted as saying:<br/><br/>""This is an act of evil by a nation who has violated Human Rights for so long by using their citizens as practical slave labour. Kazakhstan has only recently released by the Soviet Union in 1991, since they did not want to be part of the Union, therefore we implore the United Nations to do something about this, for the greater good of the Earth and our species, plus the other species that live on Earth.""<br/><br/>Meanwhile, work starts on the Trans-Siberian Railway to turn it into a Maglev rail, and we offer to extend the line to the Danish Union.</div></blockquote><br/>We accept the offer. We also offer a Economic and military alliance with Russia."
11951,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=200,2014-12-13T11:35:00,Badassistanian,seeing the UNs disaprovel of the invasion we ask if an invasion of Nepal would be just.
11952,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=200,2014-12-13T11:36:00,Gyrenaica,The Neo-Nigerian Imperial Republic declares war on Niger and Benin as the beginning of the empire. Thousands of troops begin the assault.
11953,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=200,2014-12-13T11:36:00,Apex Security,"(OOC: This is a joke, right?)"
11954,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=200,2014-12-13T11:37:00,Gyrenaica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22782065#p22782065"">wrote</a>:</cite>seeing the UNs disaprovel of the invasion we ask if an invasion of Nepal would be just.</div></blockquote><br/>Nigeria claims that Nepal is a peaceful nation, basically the Switzerland of Asia. We will be forced to condemn a potential ally if you do."
11955,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=200,2014-12-13T11:37:00,Gyrenaica,Deleted
11956,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=200,2014-12-13T11:37:00,Badassistanian,china begins work on industrializing the country even more than before. especially on the yellow river
11957,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=200,2014-12-13T11:38:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Gyrenaica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22782068#p22782068"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Neo-Nigerian Imperial Republic declares war on Niger and Benin as the beginning of the empire. Thousands of troops begin the assault.</div></blockquote><br/>seeing this assult china wonders about why you dissaprove of a nepal invasion and condems this fight"
11958,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=200,2014-12-13T11:39:00,Togeria,"<img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i62.tinypic.com/2rxwevd.jpg""/><br/><br/>Flag of Unified Korea."
11959,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=200,2014-12-13T11:40:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Gyrenaica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22782080#p22782080"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Apex Security <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22782071#p22782071"">wrote</a>:</cite>(OOC: This is a joke, right?)</div></blockquote><br/>Lol. No. It's just an rp with much less rules and will probs be locked come tomorrow morning.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: No change it or leave."
11960,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=200,2014-12-13T11:41:00,Aglium,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22782034#p22782034"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Second Soviet Union condemns the invasion of Kazakhstan. In a press release a Soviet official was quoted as saying:<br/><br/>""This is an act of evil by a nation who has violated Human Rights for so long by using their citizens as practical slave labour. Kazakhstan has only recently released by the Soviet Union in 1991, since they did not want to be part of the Union, therefore we implore the United Nations to do something about this, for the greater good of the Earth and our species, plus the other species that live on Earth.""<br/><br/>Meanwhile, work starts on the Trans-Siberian Railway to turn it into a Maglev rail, and we offer to extend the line to the Danish Union.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The U.S. would like to form a trading Alliance with Russia."
11961,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=200,2014-12-13T11:42:00,Badassistanian,hearing no futhur opposition but from great hipocrits china heads for nepal this will be the second tibet- nepal war
11962,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=200,2014-12-13T11:43:00,Gyrenaica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22782092#p22782092"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Gyrenaica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22782068#p22782068"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Neo-Nigerian Imperial Republic declares war on Niger and Benin as the beginning of the empire. Thousands of troops begin the assault.</div></blockquote><br/>seeing this assult china wonders about why you dissaprove of a nepal invasion and condems this fight</div></blockquote><br/>Dearest china,<br/>We approve of you invasion of Mongolia as they are ethnic Chinese, but not Nepal as they are a neutral nation."
11963,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=200,2014-12-13T11:44:00,The Underground Movement Union,"The Danish Union focuses its funding towards Education, commerce, Defence and Welfare. Prime Minister Allen is surprised at the progress he's made with his nation.<br/><br/>The Danish Union begins building aircraft carriers."
11964,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=200,2014-12-13T11:45:00,Gyrenaica,"Benin has been defeated by the Nigerian army. Southern Niger has fallen, also. The Neo-Nigerian Imperial Republic requests Togo, Ghana, NS the Ivory Coast to join the nation peacefully.<br/><br/>OOC: up to aglium"
11965,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=225,2014-12-13T11:45:00,Badassistanian,we begin incorporating new ways of mass production such as more robot assembly lines wich makes work faster and always on time
11966,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=225,2014-12-13T11:46:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"OOC: I think to avoid what someone said above we should implement some more rules and not allow Godmodding. I mean, if someone nukes everyone, its not fun. In other words, ignoring moves should be allowed, on the rule that the ignored move must be overpowered.<br/><br/>Also, here's a map of Russia. Some islands are no longer islands due to land-filling projects.<br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/1VEj8M4.jpg""/><br/><br/>The Second Soviet Union also approves the Danish Union's requests and the US's requests."
11967,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=225,2014-12-13T11:47:00,Badassistanian,"an army of 60,000 chinese soldiers accustomed to the mountains are sent into Nepal"
11968,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=225,2014-12-13T11:47:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22782181#p22782181"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: I think to avoid what someone said above we should implement some more rules and not allow Godmodding. I mean, if someone nukes everyone, its not fun. In other words, ignoring moves should be allowed, on the rule that the ignored move must be overpowered.<br/><br/>Also, here's a map of Russia. Some islands are no longer islands due to land-filling projects.<br/><br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i.imgur.com/1VEj8M4.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/><br/>The Second Soviet Union also approves the Danish Union's requests and the US's requests.</div></blockquote><br/>ya God moding sucks like some people just send in armys and deafeat entire nations without losing one guy"
11969,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=225,2014-12-13T11:48:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,The Second Soviet Union requests that a referendum is held in the former Soviet Republics of Belarus and Western Ukraine to see if they wish to join the Union of Soviet Sovereign Republics.<br/><br/>OOC: Up to Agrium.
11970,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=225,2014-12-13T11:49:00,Chycotia,Abortion should be legal everywhere!
11971,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=225,2014-12-13T11:49:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Chycotia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22782215#p22782215"">wrote</a>:</cite>Abortion should be legal everywhere!</div></blockquote><br/>occ:get the foop out"
11972,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=225,2014-12-13T11:50:00,Chycotia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22782221#p22782221"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Chycotia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22782215#p22782215"">wrote</a>:</cite>Abortion should be legal everywhere!</div></blockquote><br/>occ:get the foop out</div></blockquote><br/>Am I not allowed to speak my mind about abortion? What should people not have a choice in life?"
11973,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=225,2014-12-13T11:51:00,The Underground Movement Union,The Danish Union requests permission from the US to build a small nuclear arsenal to keep nations with nukes from hitting them. The Minister of Defense and Prime minister Allen both promise not to use the nuclear weapons unless they're hit first if they allow them to build the weapons.
11974,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=225,2014-12-13T11:51:00,Badassistanian,"chinese forces engage nepal forces on there border loseing 5,000 troops and using supporting ballistic missile firing the battle is won and we march into the frigid mountains"
11975,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=225,2014-12-13T11:52:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Chycotia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22782233#p22782233"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22782221#p22782221"">wrote</a>:</cite>occ:get the foop out</div></blockquote><br/>Am I not allowed to speak my mind about abortion? What should people not have a choice in life?</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Of course you are allowed to speak your mind. But it's better to go on Abortion threads than post on Roleplay ones to post things like that."
11976,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=225,2014-12-13T11:54:00,Badassistanian,chinese soldiers continue to march being ambush from mountain tops frequently losing men but still winning the fights
11977,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=225,2014-12-13T11:54:00,Gyrenaica,"Reports for the Benian War of imperialism are below<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Nigeria</span><br/>173 KIA<br/>39 WIA<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Benin</span><br/>538 KIA<br/>67 WIA<br/>21 POW<br/><br/>The war continues into the 3rd day. So far, these are the stats<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Nigeria</span><br/>192 KIA<br/>42 WIA<br/>2 POW<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Niger</span><br/>830 KIA<br/>68 WIA<br/>48 POW"
11978,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=225,2014-12-13T11:55:00,Chycotia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22782258#p22782258"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Chycotia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22782233#p22782233"">wrote</a>:</cite>Am I not allowed to speak my mind about abortion? What should people not have a choice in life?</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Of course you are allowed to speak your mind. But it's better to go on Abortion threads than post on Roleplay ones to post things like that.</div></blockquote><br/>Oh, I see! Now because I said something about freedom you change your tone of voice, well good. That means I can say what I want. Go Abortion! Free abortion! Abortion should be free for everyone!"
11979,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=225,2014-12-13T11:55:00,Gyrenaica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22782270#p22782270"">wrote</a>:</cite>chinese soldiers continue to march being ambush from mountain tops frequently losing men but still winning the fights</div></blockquote><br/>Dearest China,<br/><br/>Though we disapprove of your invasion of Nepal, we will not cut our ties to you. We ask that once you defeat Nepal, you give them tons of autonomy as they are peaceful."
11980,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=225,2014-12-13T11:56:00,Gyrenaica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Chycotia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22782290#p22782290"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22782258#p22782258"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Of course you are allowed to speak your mind. But it's better to go on Abortion threads than post on Roleplay ones to post things like that.</div></blockquote><br/>Oh, I see! Now because I said something about freedom you change your tone of voice, well good. That means I can say what I want. Go Abortion! Free abortion! Abortion should be free for everyone!</div></blockquote><br/>Get out. This is a WAR thread."
11981,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=225,2014-12-13T11:56:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"The Dane's Economic and Military alliances have been accepted, and the US's Economic alliance has been accepted. The Second Soviet Union completes the railway extension to Copenhagen, and starts work on turning the Union of Soviet Sovereign Republic's military into a Peacekeeping force. The USSR also implores the United Nations to stop nations from developing Nuclear Weapons, but instead use the Nuclear capability of our nations for Nuclear power, and to focus money used on Nuclear Weapons on safety for Nuclear power."
11982,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=225,2014-12-13T11:57:00,Badassistanian,chinese soldiers head towords the capital of kamandu. and stealth bombers begin strikeing the city takeing out key targets.
11983,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=225,2014-12-13T11:58:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Gyrenaica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22782303#p22782303"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Chycotia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22782290#p22782290"">wrote</a>:</cite>Oh, I see! Now because I said something about freedom you change your tone of voice, well good. That means I can say what I want. Go Abortion! Free abortion! Abortion should be free for everyone!</div></blockquote><br/>Get out. This is a WAR thread.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Adding to that subject, I'm not the same person who yelled at you earlier Chycotia..."
11984,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=225,2014-12-13T11:58:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Gyrenaica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22782297#p22782297"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22782270#p22782270"">wrote</a>:</cite>chinese soldiers continue to march being ambush from mountain tops frequently losing men but still winning the fights</div></blockquote><br/>Dearest China, <br/><br/>Though we disapprove of your invasion of Nepal, we will not cut our ties to you. We ask that once you defeat Nepal, you give them tons of autonomy as they are peaceful.</div></blockquote><br/>they will be givin all rights of other chinese citizens. we also begin an anti chinese slavery and higher pay campaign"
11985,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=225,2014-12-13T11:58:00,Chycotia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Gyrenaica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22782303#p22782303"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Chycotia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22782290#p22782290"">wrote</a>:</cite>Oh, I see! Now because I said something about freedom you change your tone of voice, well good. That means I can say what I want. Go Abortion! Free abortion! Abortion should be free for everyone!</div></blockquote><br/>Get out. This is a WAR thread.</div></blockquote><br/>What if the war is about abortion. Now it is okay. I'm an American! I say what I want, when I want, and how I want! Are you gonna take that away, huh? Will that make you feel special? Is power what you want? You will never have power over me! Abortion, legalize it."
11986,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=225,2014-12-13T11:59:00,Chycotia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22782322#p22782322"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Gyrenaica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22782303#p22782303"">wrote</a>:</cite>Get out. This is a WAR thread.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Adding to that subject, I'm not the same person who yelled at you earlier Chycotia...</div></blockquote><br/>It doesn't matter, all of you people are the same! Abortion, legalize it."
11987,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=225,2014-12-13T12:00:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22782327#p22782327"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Gyrenaica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22782297#p22782297"">wrote</a>:</cite>Dearest China, <br/><br/>Though we disapprove of your invasion of Nepal, we will not cut our ties to you. We ask that once you defeat Nepal, you give them tons of autonomy as they are peaceful.</div></blockquote><br/>they will be givin all rights of other chinese citizens. we also begin an anti chinese slavery and higher pay campaign</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The USSR applauds this."
11988,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=225,2014-12-13T12:01:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Chycotia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22782342#p22782342"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22782322#p22782322"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Adding to that subject, I'm not the same person who yelled at you earlier Chycotia...</div></blockquote><br/>It doesn't matter, all of you people are the same! Abortion, legalize it.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>We're not all the same people. Each of us here have different start up dates, and have different opinions on things which make us unique."
11989,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=225,2014-12-13T12:01:00,Badassistanian,"chinese soldiers enter the capital 10,000 men are lost in the assult. we applaud nepal for being a worthy adversary"
11990,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=250,2014-12-13T12:02:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22782365#p22782365"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Chycotia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22782342#p22782342"">wrote</a>:</cite>It doesn't matter, all of you people are the same! Abortion, legalize it.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>We're not all the same people. Each of us here have different start up dates, and have different opinions on things which make us unique.</div></blockquote><br/>wich makes these rps so fun because we all have different goals. me i want to build an asian empire"
11991,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=250,2014-12-13T12:03:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22782385#p22782385"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22782365#p22782365"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>We're not all the same people. Each of us here have different start up dates, and have different opinions on things which make us unique.</div></blockquote><br/>wich makes these rps so fun because we all have different goals. me i want to build an asian empire</div></blockquote><br/><br/>And my goal of the roleplay is to try and not have WW3."
11992,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=250,2014-12-13T12:04:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Gyrenaica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22782279#p22782279"">wrote</a>:</cite>Reports for the Benian War of imperialism are below<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Nigeria</span><br/>173 KIA<br/>39 WIA<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Benin</span><br/>538 KIA<br/>67 WIA<br/>21 POW<br/><br/>The war continues into the 3rd day. So far, these are the stats<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Nigeria</span><br/>192 KIA<br/>42 WIA<br/>2 POW<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Niger</span><br/>830 KIA<br/>68 WIA<br/>48 POW</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: ok better, I told you in the OOC we won't get on you for much, just no godmod and keep it realistic."
11993,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=250,2014-12-13T12:06:00,Badassistanian,"胜利 nepal has been defeated as promised all Nepal citizens are giving the rights and full privileges of chines citizens a total of 15,000 soldiers were lost in the war we mourn there deaths"
11994,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=250,2014-12-13T12:06:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Chycotia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22782342#p22782342"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22782322#p22782322"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Adding to that subject, I'm not the same person who yelled at you earlier Chycotia...</div></blockquote><br/>It doesn't matter, all of you people are the same! Abortion, legalize it.</div></blockquote><br/>Get out<br/>OOC: if he comes again ignore him, if it persist I'll get the mods."
11995,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=250,2014-12-13T12:07:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22782433#p22782433"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Chycotia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22782342#p22782342"">wrote</a>:</cite>It doesn't matter, all of you people are the same! Abortion, legalize it.</div></blockquote><br/>Get out<br/>OOC: if he comes again ignore him, if it persist I'll get the mods.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Okay then."
11996,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=250,2014-12-13T12:08:00,Gyrenaica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22782403#p22782403"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Gyrenaica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22782279#p22782279"">wrote</a>:</cite>Reports for the Benian War of imperialism are below<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Nigeria</span><br/>173 KIA<br/>39 WIA<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Benin</span><br/>538 KIA<br/>67 WIA<br/>21 POW<br/><br/>The war continues into the 3rd day. So far, these are the stats<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Nigeria</span><br/>192 KIA<br/>42 WIA<br/>2 POW<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Niger</span><br/>830 KIA<br/>68 WIA<br/>48 POW</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: ok better, I told you in the OOC we won't get on you for much, just no godmod and keep it realistic.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: This is realistic. Nigeria is a hundred times more powerful than all its neighbors. Also, I need you to approve or disapprove of my request to Togo, Ghana, and Ivory Coast to join me.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Niger</span><br/>The fight continues into the 6th day. The Nigerian government says the only reason it's is taking so long is the fact that Niger is so big.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cameroon</span><br/>Nigerian troops begin pounding the Cameroonian troops and border with heavy artillery fire. Cameroon is expected to fall within the week.<br/><br/>The Neo-Nigerian Imperial Republic extends a hand to Burkina Faso and Equatorial Guinea to join peacefully."
11997,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=250,2014-12-13T12:08:00,Chycotia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22782365#p22782365"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Chycotia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22782342#p22782342"">wrote</a>:</cite>It doesn't matter, all of you people are the same! Abortion, legalize it.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>We're not all the same people. Each of us here have different start up dates, and have different opinions on things which make us unique.</div></blockquote><br/>The only thing ""unique"" about you is your attitude. You need to do exactly what I say and not control me. Legalize abortion."
11998,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=250,2014-12-13T12:09:00,Badassistanian,"<img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i62.tinypic.com/53s2fc.gif""/><br/><br/><br/><br/><br/>updated map of korea and china"
11999,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=250,2014-12-13T12:14:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Gyrenaica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22782454#p22782454"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22782403#p22782403"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: ok better, I told you in the OOC we won't get on you for much, just no godmod and keep it realistic.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: This is realistic. Nigeria is a hundred times more powerful than all its neighbors. Also, I need you to approve or disapprove of my request to Togo, Ghana, and Ivory Coast to join me.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Niger</span> <br/>The fight continues into the 6th day. The Nigerian government says the only reason it's is taking so long is the fact that Niger is so big.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cameroon</span><br/>Nigerian troops begin pounding the Cameroonian troops and border with heavy artillery fire. Cameroon is expected to fall within the week.<br/><br/>The Neo-Nigerian Imperial Republic extends a hand to Burkina Faso and Equatorial Guinea to join peacefully.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC:As said before you can take them, but it needs to be realistic, are they armed heavily, take into account alliances they may have, and how the world in General will react."
12000,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=250,2014-12-13T12:15:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,The Second Soviet Union wishes to create a Economic alliance with China. The Second Soviet Union also holds a referendum in Japan to see if Japan wishes to become a Soviet Sovereign Republic(Togeria/Agrium decides).
12001,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=250,2014-12-13T12:15:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"OOC:<br/><br/>So, does anyone mind if Ukraine and Belarus join the USSR?"
12002,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=250,2014-12-13T12:17:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22782518#p22782518"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Second Soviet Union wishes to create a Economic alliance with China. The Second Soviet Union also holds a referendum in Japan to see if Japan wishes to become a Soviet Sovereign Republic(Togeria/Agrium decides).</div></blockquote><br/>in china major changes to the economy are changeing due to increased pay and less slavery the economy booms and accepts the soviets offer"
12003,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=250,2014-12-13T12:18:00,Togeria,"Belarus wishes to join, as Ukraine and Japan wish to hold sovereignty over themselves.<br/><br/>Korea begins to increase its military, the increased military actions of its neighbor and Nigeria make it fear for a attack."
12004,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=250,2014-12-13T12:21:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22782538#p22782538"">wrote</a>:</cite>Belarus wishes to join, as Ukraine and Japan wish to hold sovereignty over themselves. <br/><br/>Korea begins to increase its military, the increased military actions of its neighbor and Nigeria make it fear for a attack.</div></blockquote><br/>hearing of this china offers a non aggression pact to korea to show korea it is not a target"
12005,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=250,2014-12-13T12:22:00,Togeria,"Korea accepts, but us still wary of Nigeria, as it sees them being aggressive to other African nations."
12006,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=250,2014-12-13T12:24:00,Badassistanian,china begins to bring its culture into nepal and start to gain the peoples trust
12007,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=250,2014-12-13T12:26:00,Badassistanian,china begins sending monthly supply ships to mars in order to keep the colony alive
12008,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=250,2014-12-13T12:27:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Gyrenaica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22782454#p22782454"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22782403#p22782403"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: ok better, I told you in the OOC we won't get on you for much, just no godmod and keep it realistic.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: This is realistic. Nigeria is a hundred times more powerful than all its neighbors. Also, I need you to approve or disapprove of my request to Togo, Ghana, and Ivory Coast to join me.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Niger</span> <br/>The fight continues into the 6th day. The Nigerian government says the only reason it's is taking so long is the fact that Niger is so big.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cameroon</span><br/>Nigerian troops begin pounding the Cameroonian troops and border with heavy artillery fire. Cameroon is expected to fall within the week.<br/><br/>The Neo-Nigerian Imperial Republic extends a hand to Burkina Faso and Equatorial Guinea to join peacefully.</div></blockquote><br/>The Ivory Coast accepts the offer as Ghana refuses, Togo wishes not be apart of the empire. Ghana begins to mobilize troops with whatever resources it can, as Togo does the same, fearing it will be forcibly annexed into Nigeria."
12009,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=250,2014-12-13T12:28:00,Badassistanian,china is saddened by Nigerians attacks saying there was no Cassius belli
12010,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=250,2014-12-13T12:29:00,Togeria,Korea condemns the attack.
12011,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=250,2014-12-13T12:33:00,Gyrenaica,"The Neo-Nigerian Imperial Republic declares war against the west African nations of Ghana and Togo. 28,000 soldiers begin the incursion into Togo territory. A fleet of 16 warships is sent to Ghana. Ivorian soldiers begin a land assault of Ghana to hurry the union of Ivory Coast and Nigeria land.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Niger</span></span><br/>The government of Niger surrenders and Niger is annexed. The death toll stats are below<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Niger</span><br/>2,739 KIA<br/>582 WIA<br/>329 POW<br/>2 Civilians harmed<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Nigeria</span><br/>928 KIA<br/>364 WIA"
12012,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=250,2014-12-13T12:34:00,Gyrenaica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22782639#p22782639"">wrote</a>:</cite>china is saddened by Nigerians attacks saying there was no Cassius belli</div></blockquote><br/>The Neo-Nigerian Imperial Republic proclaims its motivation for the invasion were to liberate the nation from Boko Haram control."
12013,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=250,2014-12-13T12:35:00,Togeria,"Korea request for Nigeria to stop these attacks against nations who don't wish to be under their rule, for fear the UN may get involved."
12014,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=250,2014-12-13T12:37:00,Badassistanian,these nations were doing fine under there rule and have no need to be liberated
12015,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=275,2014-12-13T12:38:00,Gyrenaica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22782685#p22782685"">wrote</a>:</cite>Korea request for Nigeria to stop these attacks against nations who don't wish to be under their rule, for fear the UN may get involved.</div></blockquote><br/>Dearest Korea,<br/><br/>We are trying to liberate west Africa of the grips of terrorist groups whom have held their nations captive in their own lands. Such groups are Boko Haram in Nigeria, Niger, and Benin; Al Qaeda in most of the Muslim world; Al Shabab in Algeria, Mauritania, Mali, and Senegal."
12016,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=275,2014-12-13T12:40:00,Togeria,"Korea reluctantly allows for the liberations to continue, refusing to send supplies to Nigeria, but not taking military action."
12017,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=275,2014-12-13T12:42:00,Badassistanian,seeng korea allow the attacks to continue china leaves and gos about its own business
12018,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=275,2014-12-13T12:46:00,Togeria,"Korea now passes bills, and increases it's infrastructure to help it become a world power, it's goals are to surpass every Asian nation on the world scale, but China posses a risk to that dream, as Korea begins a open door policy, and wishes to send aid to Russia on their rail road, which could aid Korea."
12019,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=275,2014-12-13T12:49:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,Russia offers to extend the Trans-Siberian Maglev from Vladivostok to Seoul.
12020,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=275,2014-12-13T12:50:00,Badassistanian,china reminds korea that we do not target them.
12021,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=275,2014-12-13T12:52:00,Badassistanian,with most people in veitnam happy under chinese rule china looks towards Laos
12022,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=275,2014-12-13T12:52:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22782794#p22782794"">wrote</a>:</cite>Russia offers to extend the Trans-Siberian Maglev from Vladivostok to Seoul.</div></blockquote><br/>Korea accepts, as the process from the railroad can greatly increase Korea's economy."
12023,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=275,2014-12-13T12:54:00,Badassistanian,china offers russia a military allience being in the best interest of our two nations
12024,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=275,2014-12-13T12:57:00,Aglium,The USA sends more troops to the Middle East to stop ISIS from taking over.
12025,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=275,2014-12-13T12:58:00,Badassistanian,china sends 10 new cadets to the colony to aid.
12026,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=275,2014-12-13T13:00:00,Togeria,"Korea sends Russia and Japan a military alliance, still not sure about China, Korea doesn't send them one."
12027,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=275,2014-12-13T13:01:00,Badassistanian,once again we send russia a military allience together we can thrive as both communist nations
12028,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=275,2014-12-13T13:01:00,Badassistanian,russia you can grow your borders futher with my help. korea wants to keep the countrys you claim
12029,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=275,2014-12-13T13:03:00,The Untied Federation of Russia,Canada sends some supplies to Korea.
12030,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=275,2014-12-13T13:04:00,Badassistanian,china sends canada a trade agreement
12031,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=275,2014-12-13T13:10:00,The Untied Federation of Russia,Canada takes the offer.
12032,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=275,2014-12-13T13:11:00,Togeria,"Korea informs Russia they wish to see Japan remain independent, as relations between Korea and China have been hurt by China's accusations."
12033,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=275,2014-12-13T13:12:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Untied Federation of Russia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22782940#p22782940"">wrote</a>:</cite>Canada sends some supplies to Korea.</div></blockquote><br/>Korea accepts."
12034,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=275,2014-12-13T13:13:00,Badassistanian,china continues to tell russia that together we can become territorial and economically powerfull
12035,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=275,2014-12-13T13:16:00,Badassistanian,seeng the fall of relatons between korea china offers a peaceful end to this argument and suggest we let russia choose for themselves
12036,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=275,2014-12-13T13:17:00,Togeria,Korea agrees to this compromise.
12037,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=275,2014-12-13T13:18:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22783119#p22783119"">wrote</a>:</cite>Korea agrees to this compromise.</div></blockquote><br/>we offer an economic allience to korea in order to aid it in its growth"
12038,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=275,2014-12-13T13:20:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22782858#p22782858"">wrote</a>:</cite>china offers russia a military allience being in the best interest of our two nations</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Accepted."
12039,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=275,2014-12-13T13:20:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22783134#p22783134"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22783119#p22783119"">wrote</a>:</cite>Korea agrees to this compromise.</div></blockquote><br/>we offer an economic allience to korea in order to aid it in its growth</div></blockquote><br/>Korea accepts."
12040,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=300,2014-12-13T13:21:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,Russia understands Korea not wanting Japan to become non-independent.
12041,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=300,2014-12-13T13:29:00,Togeria,"Korea begins building the railroad leading into Seoul, planning on meeting Russia halfway."
12042,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=300,2014-12-13T13:30:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22783152#p22783152"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22782858#p22782858"">wrote</a>:</cite>china offers russia a military allience being in the best interest of our two nations</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Accepted.</div></blockquote><br/>china thanks russia for accepting"
12043,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=300,2014-12-13T13:33:00,Togeria,Korea sends a non aggression pact to China.
12044,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=300,2014-12-13T13:33:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,We also ask China if they wish to have the Maglev railway extended to Bejing and Shanghai.
12045,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=300,2014-12-13T13:34:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22783307#p22783307"">wrote</a>:</cite>We also ask China if they wish to have the Maglev railway extended to Bejing and Shanghai.</div></blockquote><br/>china accepts"
12046,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=300,2014-12-13T13:38:00,Togeria,"Korea ask where the lines will meet, ad reminds nations of its open door policy."
12047,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=300,2014-12-13T13:40:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22783363#p22783363"">wrote</a>:</cite>Korea ask where the lines will meet, ad reminds nations of its open door policy.</div></blockquote><br/>Near Pyongyang."
12048,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=300,2014-12-13T13:41:00,Togeria,"Engineers begin building there part of the line, the location being close they start at Seoul."
12049,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=300,2014-12-13T13:44:00,Aglium,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">December 25th, 2018</span><br/><br/>Everybody in America is Celebrating Christmas while this is happening other Americans get ready for new years day."
12050,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=300,2014-12-13T13:46:00,Badassistanian,"occ: map is done<a class=""postlink"" href=""https://www.nationstates.net/page=dispatch/id=341061"" rel=""nofollow"">https://www.nationstates.net/page=dispatch/id=341061</a>"
12051,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=300,2014-12-13T13:50:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,The Maglev is complete in time for the Holidays!
12052,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=300,2014-12-13T13:52:00,Badassistanian,the chinese begin to celebrate Christmas
12053,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=300,2014-12-13T13:54:00,The Untied Federation of Russia,Canada also celebrates Christmas.
12054,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=300,2014-12-13T13:55:00,Badassistanian,in bejing china begins construct a trade center much lake Americas
12055,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=300,2014-12-13T13:58:00,The Underground Movement Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22783451#p22783451"">wrote</a>:</cite>occ: map is done <a class=""postlink"" href=""https://www.nationstates.net/page=dispatch/id=341061"" rel=""nofollow"">https://www.nationstates.net/page=dispatch/id=341061</a></div></blockquote><br/>OOC: Greenland is apart of this too.<br/><br/>IC: The Danish Union celebrates Christmas."
12056,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=300,2014-12-13T13:59:00,Communist Volkstrad,The People's Republic Bulgaria begins to celebrate Christmas.
12057,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=300,2014-12-13T14:02:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"BREAKING NEWS:<br/><br/>""10 bombs have detonated on the Leningrad Metro. The city is currently under curfew, and approximately 3000 people are missing. We request international help in finding the suspects and repai-""<br/><br/>The news cuts off and it turns to the Moscow Kremlin.<br/><br/>""At approximately 8.30 AM on this sad day, December 27th, we were bombed in many places in Leningrad. The city has just cut out of power after the power grid was brought down. A major terrorist group or nation must have organised this!"" says a major soviet official."
12058,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=300,2014-12-13T14:04:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22783666#p22783666"">wrote</a>:</cite>BREAKING NEWS:<br/><br/>""10 bombs have detonated on the Leningrad Metro. The city is currently under curfew, and approximately 3000 people are missing. We request international help in finding the suspects and repai-""<br/><br/>The news cuts off and it turns to the Moscow Kremlin.<br/><br/>""At approximately 8.30 AM on this sad day, December 27th, we were bombed in many places in Leningrad. The city has just cut out of power after the power grid was brought down. A major terrorist group or nation must have organised this!"" says a major soviet official.</div></blockquote><br/>china being a close ally immediatly begins to take action looking over all evidence and sends money to russia"
12059,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=300,2014-12-13T14:04:00,Aglium,American soldiers in the middle east come home for the holidays every family in the U.S. is enjoying the peaceful day.<br/><br/>President James is sadden about the bombing on Leningrad Metro and sends some people to go help.
12060,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=300,2014-12-13T14:05:00,Communist Volkstrad,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22783666#p22783666"">wrote</a>:</cite>BREAKING NEWS:<br/><br/>""10 bombs have detonated on the Leningrad Metro. The city is currently under curfew, and approximately 3000 people are missing. We request international help in finding the suspects and repai-""<br/><br/>The news cuts off and it turns to the Moscow Kremlin.<br/><br/>""At approximately 8.30 AM on this sad day, December 27th, we were bombed in many places in Leningrad. The city has just cut out of power after the power grid was brought down. A major terrorist group or nation must have organised this!"" says a major soviet official.</div></blockquote><br/>Bulgaria immediately offers support in hunting down these terrorists."
12061,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=300,2014-12-13T14:06:00,Badassistanian,china spy agency and hackers immediately begin work in all nations to get to the bottom of the attack
12062,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=300,2014-12-13T14:06:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"The Soviet Union accepts the money gratefully, using it to supply Rescue Teams searching for people.<br/><br/>The KGB is now dedicated to searching for the culprits, and the Red Army has been mobilised.<br/><br/>We accept everyones support."
12063,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=300,2014-12-13T14:07:00,Togeria,Korea sends support to Russia.
12064,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=300,2014-12-13T14:08:00,Badassistanian,hackers and spys point towards Europe and china moblizes ts army to all borders
12065,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=325,2014-12-13T14:12:00,The Underground Movement Union,"The Danish Union creates two new special forces. The Danish Rangers and the Danish Undercover Foreign Service. The Rangers are trained in counter terrorism, Guerrilla warfare, excessive hand-to-hand combat training, and in reconnaissance. The DUFS is trained much like the CIA and KGB.<br/><br/>After hearing the explosion in the tunnels, the DUFS was deployed to investigate. They requested permission to bring firearms and to keep their presence in Russia a secret to the public."
12066,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=325,2014-12-13T14:13:00,Badassistanian,chinese opertives begn to hack all european computers
12067,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=325,2014-12-13T14:14:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Underground Movement Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22783783#p22783783"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Danish Union creates two new special forces. The Danish Rangers and the Danish Undercover Foreign Service. The Rangers are trained in counter terrorism, Guerrilla warfare, excessive hand-to-hand combat training, and in reconnaissance. The DUFS is trained much like the CIA and KGB.<br/><br/>After hearing the explosion in the tunnels, the DUFS was deployed to investigate. They requested permission to bring firearms and to keep their presence in Russia a secret to the public.</div></blockquote><br/>Sure."
12068,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=325,2014-12-13T14:14:00,Communist Volkstrad,The Bulgarian KDS Secret Police Agency begins to search within their borders and throughout the nearby Balkan states to see if there might be any form of terror organization responsible for the attack there.
12069,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=325,2014-12-13T14:16:00,Badassistanian,chinese pinpoint the group to be from eastern europe
12070,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=325,2014-12-13T14:17:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"The Red Army in Chechnya has found evidence suggesting co-operation between Chechnyan terrorist groups and sympathiser terrorist groups in Europe may have been the cause of the horrific incident. In other news, half of the missing are found alive. The rest have not been found yet."
12071,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=325,2014-12-13T14:21:00,The Untied Federation of Russia,Canada sends some money to Russia.
12072,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=325,2014-12-13T14:22:00,Badassistanian,The Chinese prepare for an invasion of Laos
12073,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=325,2014-12-13T14:22:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,We are grateful for the money and use it to supply our rescue teams.
12074,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=325,2014-12-13T14:24:00,Badassistanian,China begins anti-terrorist actions in russia
12075,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=325,2014-12-13T14:27:00,Communist Volkstrad,"Bulgaria begins to secure its borders even more, and conducts stronger counter-terror measures to prevent any terror groups from getting a hold in the PRB."
12076,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=325,2014-12-13T14:27:00,Togeria,"Korea establishes the KSA to help other nations locate the the terrorist groups in Europe, as the open door policy has been shut down for now b"
12077,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=325,2014-12-13T14:28:00,Badassistanian,"Chinese forces 30,000 strong invade Laos from Vietnam"
12078,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=325,2014-12-13T14:31:00,The Underground Movement Union,"The Danish Union secures its borders. DUFS agents are deployed to search for the terrorists within their borders to make sure they aren't in their territory.<br/><br/>The Danish Union finally launches a new aircraft, Naming it the R-1 Fighter. Armed with 200mm Cannons and lock-on missiles, and Decoy flares. It moves at 2,459 mph at its fastest speed. The fighter is currently in its testing phase."
12079,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=325,2014-12-13T14:31:00,Togeria,"Korea condemns China's attack, saying their empire is big enough, and to do this would lead to hostilities."
12080,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=325,2014-12-13T14:33:00,Badassistanian,Chinese forces begin to strike Laos with strategic missiles takeing out main targets
12081,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=325,2014-12-13T14:33:00,Bendicion,"The United Kingdom invades Morocco from Gibraltar.15,000 are deployed.<br/>UK condemns Chinas Actions and pledges suppport to aid Thailand and Phils if attacked."
12082,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=325,2014-12-13T14:35:00,Badassistanian,China tells Korea not to worry so much hostilities between china and Korea will not occur
12083,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=325,2014-12-13T14:36:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bendicion <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22784061#p22784061"">wrote</a>:</cite>The United Kingdom invades Morocco from Gibraltar.15,000 are deployed.<br/>UK condemns Chinas Actions and pledges suppport to aid Thailand and Phils if attacked.</div></blockquote><br/>china finds what the UK said incredible because they start an invasion while denouncing mine"
12084,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=325,2014-12-13T14:45:00,The Underground Movement Union,"The Danish Union finds no terrorists in their country.<br/><br/>Danish Union offers to sell some of the fighters they've made to Russia, Korea, US, and Canada. The Danish Union begins testing several new guns and vehicles that may come out later this year.<br/><br/>prime minister can already see an upcoming war Starting between the world powers. Therefore, Prime minister Allen ordered the construction of doomsday bunkers. We again request permission from the US to build a small nuclear arsenal to protect ourselves from nations that will attempt to invade us (we have no intentions of using them though)."
12085,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=325,2014-12-13T14:46:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Underground Movement Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22784216#p22784216"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Danish Union finds no terrorists in their country.<br/><br/>Danish Union offers to sell some of the fighters they've made to Russia, Korea, US, and Canada. The Danish Union begins testing several new guns and vehicles that may come out later this year.<br/><br/>prime minister can already see an upcoming war Starting between the world powers. Therefore, Prime minister Allen ordered the construction of doomsday bunkers. We again request permission from the US to build a small nuclear arsenal to protect ourselves from nations that will attempt to invade us (we have no intentions of using them though).</div></blockquote><br/>Korea wishes to purchase the fighters, beginning a mobilization process, to prepare for a war."
12086,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=325,2014-12-13T14:47:00,Badassistanian,Chinese forces continue to hammer Laos
12087,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=325,2014-12-13T14:48:00,The Underground Movement Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22784236#p22784236"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Underground Movement Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22784216#p22784216"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Danish Union finds no terrorists in their country.<br/><br/>Danish Union offers to sell some of the fighters they've made to Russia, Korea, US, and Canada. The Danish Union begins testing several new guns and vehicles that may come out later this year.<br/><br/>prime minister can already see an upcoming war Starting between the world powers. Therefore, Prime minister Allen ordered the construction of doomsday bunkers. We again request permission from the US to build a small nuclear arsenal to protect ourselves from nations that will attempt to invade us (we have no intentions of using them though).</div></blockquote><br/>Korea wishes to purchase the fighters, beginning a mobilization process, to prepare for a war.</div></blockquote><br/>The Danish Union begins shipping the R -1 ' s to Korea."
12088,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=325,2014-12-13T14:48:00,Badassistanian,For Chinas own protection we militirize the Korean border due to there recent action we also begin armeing icbms
12089,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=325,2014-12-13T14:49:00,Badassistanian,China begins a chemical weopen program
12090,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=350,2014-12-13T14:50:00,Badassistanian,We remind Korea military action would be a bad decision for them since to world powers are near them
12091,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=350,2014-12-13T14:52:00,Bendicion,"British forces capture moroccan president,enabling surrender for all Morroco.2,000 soldiees died."
12092,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=350,2014-12-13T14:53:00,Togeria,"Korea sends a military alliance to the UK, Danish Union, Canada, and sends a non aggression pact to Russia."
12093,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=350,2014-12-13T14:54:00,The Underground Movement Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22784341#p22784341"">wrote</a>:</cite>Korea sends a military alliance to the UK, Danish Union, Canada, and sends a non aggression pact to Russia.</div></blockquote><br/>We accept the military alliance."
12094,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=350,2014-12-13T14:54:00,Badassistanian,China tells Russia not to accept the Koreans and aid there brothers
12095,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=350,2014-12-13T14:56:00,Togeria,Korea warns Russia that China is just a monarchy disguised under the red hammer.
12096,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=350,2014-12-13T14:58:00,Badassistanian,China swears at Korea for there persecution militerization continue troops are armed mussels are armed bombers take off preparing for the inevitable
12097,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=350,2014-12-13T14:59:00,Togeria,"Korea militarized the border warning china to back off, as they would incite the might of the US and Japan."
12098,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=350,2014-12-13T15:00:00,Communist Volkstrad,Bulgaria begins to purchase up all the military hardware it can to reverse-engineer it.
12099,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=350,2014-12-13T15:00:00,Togeria,Korea sends a alliance to Bulgaria.
12100,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=350,2014-12-13T15:01:00,Bendicion,"The UK acceprs the alliance.<br/><br/>The UK is launchng a campaign against Algeria,after Algerians attacked British troops.12,000 are deployed and 30 ships.Immediate representation will be killed.<br/>UK files a petition to condemn chinas acts to UN."
12101,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=350,2014-12-13T15:02:00,Badassistanian,China tells Korea that it wants to have good relations but Korea keeps striking it down
12102,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=350,2014-12-13T15:03:00,Badassistanian,China tells Bulgaria to join Russia and china
12103,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=350,2014-12-13T15:05:00,Bendicion,UK fights its way through Algeria
12104,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=350,2014-12-13T15:05:00,Badassistanian,Recent citizen support of china has caused a boom in enlistment into the army
12105,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=350,2014-12-13T15:08:00,The Underground Movement Union,"With permission from the US to build a nuclear arsenal (OOC: Via telegram), the Danish Union begins building their weapons. The Danish Union promises not to use these weapons unless they're hit first with nuclear weapons."
12106,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=350,2014-12-13T15:10:00,Aglium,The U.S. warns China of their actions.
12107,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=350,2014-12-13T15:11:00,Badassistanian,China begins mass production the best Chinese planes guns tanks and ships
12108,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=350,2014-12-13T15:12:00,Togeria,"Korea doesn't wish for agression, but will not hesitate to defend its self."
12109,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=350,2014-12-13T15:14:00,Badassistanian,China tells America war can be avoided if Korea agrees to stop criticizing our expansion and mind there own business
12110,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=350,2014-12-13T15:15:00,The Underground Movement Union,"The Danish Union finishes five doomsday bunkers and creates their first 20 1,000 KT nukes."
12111,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=350,2014-12-13T15:15:00,Badassistanian,China begins to demobilize its troops
12112,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=350,2014-12-13T15:21:00,Aglium,"Today America celebrates<span style=""font-weight: bold"">New Years Eve!</span><br/><br/>The Year is now 2019."
12113,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=350,2014-12-13T15:21:00,Togeria,"Korea will not stand idly by as China tries to conquer all of Eastern Asia, as it feels Siberia, Korea, and Japan are next, if not now eventually."
12114,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=350,2014-12-13T15:23:00,Badassistanian,Once again china will never attack Korea if not incited and you criticizing china does not help<br/>if peace is to stand a compromise needs to be made
12115,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=375,2014-12-13T15:24:00,The Underground Movement Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>Aglium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22784735#p22784735"">wrote</a>:</cite>Today America celebrates <span style=""font-weight: bold"">New Years Eve!</span> <br/><br/>The Year is now 2019.</div></blockquote><br/>Danish Union celebrates new years eve.<br/><br/>The Danish Union releases their new Standard issue pistol, named the DPA-1 sidearm. It carries 10 .50 rounds per magazine, and has a laser sight attached to the bottom. The Danish Union also releases the DAR-2, Which is the same thing as the DAR-1, only with a three round burst and a bayonet."
12116,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=375,2014-12-13T15:27:00,Bendicion,"Algeria,is conquered after 7 day war.Morroco and Algeria are the first new colonies for the Rosong UK"
12117,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=375,2014-12-13T15:29:00,Badassistanian,The t91 assault rifle becomes chinas standard rifle
12118,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=375,2014-12-13T15:29:00,Togeria,"Korea will not enter aggressions with China, but relations have been hurt, as it seems China tries to conquers everything in Asia."
12119,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=375,2014-12-13T15:29:00,Bendicion,"The UK is now experimenting on how to extract ebola to guns and ammunition.With enough suppprt from people,UK starts to increase its space program.Also UK happily embraces more and more Corporations.The economy increase to 7.1%.<br/><br/>New years eve is celebrated with forewoeks all across UK."
12120,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=375,2014-12-13T15:30:00,Badassistanian,"The invasion of Laos continues now with new weopens Chinese forces push through but take many casualties 10,000 have died so far"
12121,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=375,2014-12-13T15:32:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bendicion <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22784885#p22784885"">wrote</a>:</cite>The UK is now experimenting on how to extract ebola to guns and ammunition.With enough suppprt from people,UK starts to increase its space program.Also UK happily embraces more and more Corporations.The economy increase to 7.1%.<br/><br/>New years eve is celebrated with forewoeks all across UK.</div></blockquote><br/>china welcomes the UK to the space age and offers a spot on the next trip to the colony"
12122,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=375,2014-12-13T15:33:00,The Underground Movement Union,"The Danish Union finishes building all 40 of their doomsday bunkers. The Danish Union also finishes building it's nuclear weapons, having 20 1,000 KT nukes, 5 3,200 KT nukes, and 1 5,000 KT nuke.<br/><br/>The Danish Union begins its space program as well, looking forward to joining the Chinese on their colonization in Mars."
12123,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=375,2014-12-13T15:35:00,Bendicion,"UK is happy tp accept,and wishes China to invest in UK.We would like to happily have diplomatic relations with you and forget the past."
12124,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=375,2014-12-13T15:37:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bendicion <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22784987#p22784987"">wrote</a>:</cite>UK is happy tp accept,and wishes China to invest in UK.We would like to happily have diplomatic relations with you and forget the past.</div></blockquote><br/>china accepts and sends top English astronauts to the mars colony"
12125,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=375,2014-12-13T15:38:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,We ask that everyone stands down and attends a meeting to settle differences.
12126,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=375,2014-12-13T15:38:00,Togeria,Korea agrees with Russia.
12127,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=375,2014-12-13T15:39:00,Bendicion,Agreed.
12128,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=375,2014-12-13T15:40:00,Badassistanian,China agrees to a diplomatic meeting
12129,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=375,2014-12-13T15:41:00,The Underground Movement Union,The Danish Union agrees and wishes to join the meeting.
12130,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=375,2014-12-13T15:42:00,Communist Volkstrad,Bulgaria will remain neutral for now.
12131,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=375,2014-12-13T15:44:00,Badassistanian,China suggests Russia is the moderator of this meeting: tells people when to speak and such
12132,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=375,2014-12-13T15:45:00,Badassistanian,Peacefully china says its goal is to create a long standing and prosperous empire
12133,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=375,2014-12-13T15:47:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"We suggest that the meeting is held in Moscow. It will be called the Meeting of the Pacifism Great Nations. All nations can attend, and a Neutral soviet official will moderate."
12134,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=375,2014-12-13T15:48:00,Badassistanian,The Chinese leader being heavily guarded goes to Moscow for the meeting
12135,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=375,2014-12-13T15:49:00,Togeria,"Korea will attend the meeting, the President being escorted by guards."
12136,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=375,2014-12-13T15:51:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,At the meeting the Soviet official starts by asking Korea what they wish to happen.
12137,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=375,2014-12-13T15:52:00,The Underground Movement Union,Prime minister Allen is taken to Moscow with two DUFS agents.
12138,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=375,2014-12-13T15:53:00,Togeria,"Korea wishes for Japan to stop its attacks on Laos, and pull back troops from the Sino-Korean border."
12139,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=375,2014-12-13T15:54:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"We then ask China what they wish to happen, and we suggest both parties involved remove their militaries from the border."
12140,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=400,2014-12-13T15:55:00,Badassistanian,The ability to build our empire in peace and regain the trust of Korea
12141,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=400,2014-12-13T15:58:00,Gyrenaica,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ghana</span><br/>After a week of fighting, the president is captured and forced to surrender Ghana over to Nigerian control.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Togo</span><br/>After 2 days of intense fighting, Togo is captured after the capital is destroyed.<br/><br/>Total estimates for each war are followed<br/><br/>The Great Ghanan war<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ghana</span><br/>384 KIA<br/>748 WIA<br/>32 POW<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Nigeria</span><br/>93 KIA<br/>382 WIA<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ivory Coast</span><br/>38 KIA<br/>293 WIA<br/><br/><br/>The war for Togoland:<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Togo</span><br/>573 KIA<br/>274 WIA<br/>73 POW<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Nigeria</span><br/>83 KIA<br/>203 WIA"
12142,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=400,2014-12-13T16:02:00,Asmana,Italy tries to build up their Communist empire.
12143,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=400,2014-12-13T16:02:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22785302#p22785302"">wrote</a>:</cite>The ability to build our empire in peace and regain the trust of Korea</div></blockquote><br/>The president seems uneasy, but will not interfere, as it will take a long time before Sino-Korean relations build back to their former state."
12144,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=400,2014-12-13T16:05:00,Asmana,Italy wants the U.S. to help them build up their communist empire by letting them take over some nations.
12145,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=400,2014-12-13T16:06:00,Bendicion,The Union is busy building its North African coloinies.
12146,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=400,2014-12-13T16:07:00,Badassistanian,China asks all nations to refrain from posting during peace talks
12147,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=400,2014-12-13T16:08:00,Aglium,"<blockquote><div><cite>Asmana <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22785436#p22785436"">wrote</a>:</cite>Italy wants the U.S. to help them build up their communist empire by letting them take over some nations.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The U.S. denies this saying that.<br/><br/>""It's not right to put other nations under communist control."" Says President James in a speech."
12148,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=400,2014-12-13T16:20:00,Badassistanian,Chinas leader wonders why the moderator Is so quiet
12149,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=400,2014-12-13T16:22:00,Aglium,OOC: Please don't break the 4th wall
12150,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=400,2014-12-13T16:32:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22785392#p22785392"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22785302#p22785302"">wrote</a>:</cite>The ability to build our empire in peace and regain the trust of Korea</div></blockquote><br/>The president seems uneasy, but will not interfere, as it will take a long time before Sino-Korean relations build back to their former state.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: Sorry, was watching TV.<br/><br/>The Soviet official suggests China and Korea set up a hotline to be able to contact each other and warn each other."
12151,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=400,2014-12-13T16:33:00,Togeria,The president takes this into consideration.
12152,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=400,2014-12-13T16:34:00,Badassistanian,China says a hotline would not help anything
12153,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=400,2014-12-13T16:37:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"The Soviet Union says it is up to China and Korea on the hotline.<br/><br/>The SU also gets info that Armenia, Georgia, Turkey, Iran, Kazakhstan, Pakistan, and Afghanistan are supporting the terrorists and gets quite furious, so the mobilised Red Army marches into Georgia and Armenia with 60,000 KIA and 90,000 injured."
12154,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=400,2014-12-13T16:40:00,Badassistanian,The invasion is successful and Laos is under Chinese control
12155,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=400,2014-12-13T16:42:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"Turkey is next. Forces move in with no opposition from civilians, but heavy resistance from the Turkish Army. 90,000 KIA, 139,000 injured."
12156,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=400,2014-12-13T16:43:00,The Underground Movement Union,"After hearing the middle eastern countries are supporting the terrorists, the DU declares war on the nations. 30,000 Danish soldiers have been mobilized along with two air wings and three tank divisions and armored cars."
12157,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=400,2014-12-13T16:46:00,Badassistanian,China looks to complete its empire by fakeing control of Kazakhstan and asks for russias support
12158,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=400,2014-12-13T16:56:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22785922#p22785922"">wrote</a>:</cite>China looks to complete its empire by fakeing control of Kazakhstan and asks for russias support</div></blockquote><br/>The USSR, fresh with anger from the fact Kazakhstan supported terrorists, agrees.<br/>However.<br/>We request we have Northern Kazakhstan, due to it being a previous Soviet Republic.<br/><br/>We also invade Iran, alas with heavy losses, and find documents saying who the terrorist group is. The documents say a group called Free Chechnya Europe organised the attacks, and they operate out of Eastern Poland."
12159,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=400,2014-12-13T16:58:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22786055#p22786055"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22785922#p22785922"">wrote</a>:</cite>China looks to complete its empire by fakeing control of Kazakhstan and asks for russias support</div></blockquote><br/>The USSR, fresh with anger from the fact Kazakhstan supported terrorists, agrees.<br/>However.<br/>We request we have Northern Kazakhstan, due to it being a previous Soviet Republic.<br/><br/>We also invade Iran, alas with heavy losses, and find documents saying who the terrorist group is. The documents say a group called Free Chechnya Europe organised the attacks, and they operate out of Eastern Poland.</div></blockquote><br/>we wish to keep all of the country but we will help you in all other operations in the middle east. The Chinese military with a force of 100,000 troops invade the country"
12160,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=400,2014-12-13T16:59:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"We understand, but we request we have some of the Kazakh Army documents detailing terror support."
12161,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=400,2014-12-13T17:00:00,The Underground Movement Union,"The Danish Union troops arrive in Afghanistan. The Danish outgun and out number Pakistan. With superior training and technology, Afghanistan is predicted to suffer heavy losses."
12162,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=400,2014-12-13T17:01:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22786106#p22786106"">wrote</a>:</cite>We understand, but we request we have some of the Kazakh Army documents detailing terror support.</div></blockquote><br/>deal. Icbms are launched into the country"
12163,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=400,2014-12-13T17:03:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,We secure all hostile nations.<br/><br/>OOC:<br/><br/>Going to bed now. Please dont blow the whole world up while Im asleep guys.
12164,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=400,2014-12-13T17:05:00,Badassistanian,With the capital being right near the Chinese border we begin to shoot missles into and prepare for a full assult. Chinese spec ops are sent in to retrieve the documents Russia wishes
12165,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=425,2014-12-13T17:21:00,Badassistanian,"The spec ops retrieve the documents they are immediately send to Russia now with the missile strikes the 100,000 man army marches into the capital due to the size they do not fight back and surrender in fear. Kazakhstan is annexed into china"
12166,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=425,2014-12-13T18:42:00,Togeria,"Korea replaces it's main rifle with the DAR-1, and begins to recruit more soldiers, training them each day, Korea assures China it is not to attack them, but act as a deterrent against any nation who might try to attack Korea."
12167,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=425,2014-12-13T18:58:00,Zechaslavia,france begins building and strengthening their military and promises America they will stand by them and the rest of NATO
12168,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=425,2014-12-13T18:59:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22787432#p22787432"">wrote</a>:</cite>Korea replaces it's main rifle with the DAR-1, and begins to recruit more soldiers, training them each day, Korea assures China it is not to attack them, but act as a deterrent against any nation who might try to attack Korea.</div></blockquote><br/>china promises to not invade Korea and begins to bring culture to Kazakhstan and Laos"
12169,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=425,2014-12-13T19:02:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Zechaslavia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22787594#p22787594"">wrote</a>:</cite>france begins building and strengthening their military and promises America they will stand by them and the rest of NATO</div></blockquote><br/>Korea ask France for a alliance."
12170,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=425,2014-12-13T19:03:00,Gyrenaica,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cameroon</span><br/>After the capital destroyed and their leader executed, Cameroon surrendered their nation to The Neo-Nigerian Imperial Republic.<br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Cameroon</span><br/>927 KIA<br/>473 WIA<br/>372 POW<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Nigeria</span><br/>648 KIA<br/>294 WIA<br/><br/>The Neo-Nigerian Imperial Republic declares that any and all attacks upon the following nations,not under Nigerian jurisdiction, will be a declaration of war against the great nation of Nigeria:<br/>Democratic Republic of the Congo<br/>The Republic of the Congo<br/>This is because Nigeria wants to formulate allies with the Congolese and other powers of the continent."
12171,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=425,2014-12-13T19:05:00,Badassistanian,Chinese forces put there eyes on possibly fakeing Cambodia and asks Korea if we can do this without destroying what little of good relations we have
12172,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=425,2014-12-13T19:21:00,Zechaslavia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22787644#p22787644"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Zechaslavia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22787594#p22787594"">wrote</a>:</cite>france begins building and strengthening their military and promises America they will stand by them and the rest of NATO</div></blockquote><br/>Korea ask France for a alliance.</div></blockquote><br/>France agrees to an alliance with korea"
12173,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=425,2014-12-13T19:29:00,A Changing America,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Addis Adaba, Wadiya</span><br/>dearest leader Aladeen takes the mic and says ""people of Wadiya! The western world is fighting a war it cannot afford. We will crush them and the filthy jew scumbag of Israel."""
12174,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=425,2014-12-13T19:34:00,A Changing America,"Wadiya asks for an alliance with Nigeria, the soviets, china, and Korea."
12175,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=425,2014-12-13T19:36:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>A Changing America <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22787985#p22787985"">wrote</a>:</cite>Wadiya asks for an alliance with Nigeria, the soviets, china, and Korea.</div></blockquote><br/>china accepts while asking where in the world they are located"
12176,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=425,2014-12-13T19:40:00,Togeria,Korea accepts.
12177,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=425,2014-12-13T19:42:00,Badassistanian,We begin to build up the army again from the many losses in the Laos invasion
12178,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=425,2014-12-13T19:43:00,Zechaslavia,OOC is korea democratic or communist
12179,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=425,2014-12-13T19:45:00,Togeria,OOC: Democratic.
12180,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=425,2014-12-13T19:49:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22788107#p22788107"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: Democratic.</div></blockquote><br/>occ:only if china could coax you differently"
12181,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=425,2014-12-13T19:51:00,Communist Volkstrad,"Bulgaria, after building up a decent military force, now begins to toy around with space-faring technology."
12182,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=425,2014-12-13T19:51:00,A Changing America,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22788012#p22788012"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>A Changing America <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22787985#p22787985"">wrote</a>:</cite>Wadiya asks for an alliance with Nigeria, the soviets, china, and Korea.</div></blockquote><br/>china accepts while asking where in the world they are located</div></blockquote><br/>Our homeland is Yemen, Eritrea, Djibouti, and northern Ethiopia."
12183,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=425,2014-12-13T19:53:00,Badassistanian,China starts a new technological era after learning how to teraform the planet mars
12184,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=425,2014-12-13T20:00:00,The Underground Movement Union,The Danish finally reach Mars. Already we've begun learning space farming.
12185,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=425,2014-12-13T20:00:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22788148#p22788148"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22788107#p22788107"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: Democratic.</div></blockquote><br/>occ:only if china could coax you differently</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: with how our relations are, I doubt it."
12186,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=425,2014-12-13T20:10:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Underground Movement Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22788266#p22788266"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Danish finally reach Mars. Already we've begun learning space farming.</div></blockquote><br/>the Chines offer all country's on mars to work together and build a utopian society in the case the world is destroyed by a great war"
12187,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=425,2014-12-13T20:18:00,Asmana,Italy has left the U.N. the reason for this is because.<br/><br/>The U.N. won't let Italy have communist empire by invading nations.<br/><br/>After Italy left the U.N. they start to have some tension with the U.N.
12188,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=425,2014-12-13T20:20:00,Communist Volkstrad,Bulgaria launches its first Manned rocket since the Cold War.
12189,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=425,2014-12-13T20:21:00,Zechaslavia,France begins training more troops
12190,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=450,2014-12-13T20:22:00,The Underground Movement Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22788391#p22788391"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Underground Movement Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22788266#p22788266"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Danish finally reach Mars. Already we've begun learning space farming.</div></blockquote><br/>the Chines offer all country's on mars to work together and build a utopian society in the case the world is destroyed by a great war</div></blockquote><br/>We accept the offer."
12191,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=450,2014-12-13T20:23:00,Badassistanian,China continues to plead for a unified utopia on mars as the first country to send men to mars we ask you with all our heart
12192,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=450,2014-12-13T20:23:00,Togeria,"Korea will aid in this dream, building rockets to send supplies."
12193,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=450,2014-12-13T20:24:00,Badassistanian,The Chinese colony starts working with other colonies to build a utopia on mars
12194,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=450,2014-12-13T20:25:00,Communist Volkstrad,The Bulgarian Rocket begins to make its way to the Moon.
12195,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=450,2014-12-13T20:27:00,Asmana,Italy starts to have some tension with the U.S.
12196,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=450,2014-12-13T20:28:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Communist Volkstrad <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22788576#p22788576"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Bulgarian Rocket begins to make its way to the Moon.</div></blockquote><br/>china offers rockets to get Bulgarians to mar, In return we ask you help build this utopia"
12197,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=450,2014-12-13T20:28:00,Zechaslavia,Belgium and Luxembourg becomes frances satellite states
12198,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=450,2014-12-13T20:30:00,Badassistanian,Occ: around eleven will be when I have access to my PC again so there will be a massive map update then
12199,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=450,2014-12-13T20:30:00,Communist Volkstrad,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22788606#p22788606"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Communist Volkstrad <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22788576#p22788576"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Bulgarian Rocket begins to make its way to the Moon.</div></blockquote><br/>china offers rockets to get Bulgarians to mar, In return we ask you help build this utopia</div></blockquote><br/>Bulgaria accepts.<br/>Cosmonauts sent from this point forwards have a new emblem sewn upon their suits.<br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/4OuSkvm.png""/>"
12200,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=450,2014-12-13T20:31:00,Aglium,"<blockquote><div><cite>Asmana <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22788596#p22788596"">wrote</a>:</cite>Italy starts to have some tension with the U.S.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Seeing that the Italians are starting to have tensions with the U.S.<br/><br/>President James orders the Military to be ready."
12201,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=450,2014-12-13T20:31:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Aglium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22788640#p22788640"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Asmana <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22788596#p22788596"">wrote</a>:</cite>Italy starts to have some tension with the U.S.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Seeing that the Italians are starting to have tensions with the U.S. <br/><br/>President James orders the Military to be ready.</div></blockquote><br/>we ask America to join in building a utopia on mars"
12202,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=450,2014-12-13T20:33:00,Aglium,America sends some workers to Mars to help build the colony.
12203,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=450,2014-12-13T20:35:00,Communist Volkstrad,Bulgaria sends large quantities of workers to help build the colony on Mars.
12204,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=450,2014-12-13T20:37:00,Badassistanian,China thanks all nations for there help in building this dream
12205,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=450,2014-12-13T20:40:00,Togeria,"Korea begins developing rockets and begins sending supplies and men to the colony, as they begin developing a satellite to see the progress of the colony."
12206,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=450,2014-12-13T20:46:00,Zechaslavia,France increases security along its border with italy
12207,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=450,2014-12-13T22:10:00,Badassistanian,occ: the map is updated i had to use a different template thats why it took so long
12208,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=450,2014-12-13T22:25:00,Novaya Equestria,The German Fourth Reich asks if it's okay to send military personnel to the colony on Mars as security troops.
12209,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=450,2014-12-13T22:31:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Novaya Equestria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22789849#p22789849"">wrote</a>:</cite>The German Fourth Reich asks if it's okay to send military personnel to the colony on Mars as security troops.</div></blockquote><br/>china agrees"
12210,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=450,2014-12-13T22:42:00,Badassistanian,China sets future expansion to occur east of mainland china
12211,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=450,2014-12-13T22:46:00,The Underground Movement Union,Supplies are sent to the Utopia in Mars.
12212,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=450,2014-12-13T23:42:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>A Changing America <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22787985#p22787985"">wrote</a>:</cite>Wadiya asks for an alliance with Nigeria, the soviets, china, and Korea.</div></blockquote><br/>We deny because Racism goes against our Communist beliefs."
12213,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=450,2014-12-14T00:12:00,Togeria,"Korea has finished its part of the railroad, and questions if Russia has done the same."
12214,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=450,2014-12-14T00:15:00,Badassistanian,China sets its eyes on Kyrgyzstan calling it a shiv in Chinas back
12215,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=475,2014-12-14T00:22:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22790648#p22790648"">wrote</a>:</cite>Korea has finished its part of the railroad, and questions if Russia has done the same.</div></blockquote><br/>We finished it last Christmas."
12216,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=475,2014-12-14T00:24:00,Badassistanian,China begins to mobilize troops to Kyrgyzstan
12217,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=475,2014-12-14T00:33:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"India requests to join us as a SSR, and the Supreme Soviet will vote.(Up to Togeria, keep in mind Soviet-Indian relations were very good)<br/><br/>In other news, Turkey, Georgia, Armenia, Iran, Afghanistan, and Pakistan have been made SSRs.<br/><br/>UN surveys also reveal horrible human right conditions in Saudi Arabia and other places on the Arabian Sea, and the Soviet Union implores them to do something."
12218,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=475,2014-12-14T01:56:00,Bendicion,"The United Kingdom has made Algreia and Morocco,wonderlands for businesnnes men.We would like other nations to trade here.<br/><br/>The MI6 interceoted messages from the Hague,confirming that they would support Scottish freedom.The navy and army is mobilized.16,000 troops with 30 ships.<br/><br/>The forces surprise the Dutchmen when they unkownlignly land at the beaches.The dutch mobilize and send their best tanks and troops.A battle is ongoin with the british fighting for a beachead.1,800 KIA.<br/><br/>Belgian participation is very strong against this act.<br/><br/>After 6 hours,the beachead is made but Dutch defenses are still functioning.The SAS are deployed for recon."
12219,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=475,2014-12-14T01:59:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"The Soviet Union asks that the UK and the Dutch attend a peace meeting with each other to settle differences.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, the Soviet Union decides that if the UN don't do anything about the Arabian Sea's awful conditions, they will themselves."
12220,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=475,2014-12-14T02:09:00,Bendicion,"What will we discuss about?<br/><br/>Back to Hague,<br/>UK forces bomb enemy installations from SAS repprts,the enemy tanks roll against our forces.A huge setback occues as Belgian warships battle with British ships.Aircraft dogfight also.The british seek a defensibe role till the navy and airforce could help them."
12221,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=475,2014-12-14T02:11:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"We will discuss stopping the war. Because, as much as we like the fact the UK is trying to keep the United Kingdom together by trying to reunite Scotland, we think peace is a better option with diplomacy and referendums involved."
12222,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=475,2014-12-14T02:28:00,Bendicion,"We as much as you like,want peace,but rough times demand tough measures,so we would not join that meeting.<br/><br/>The British navy swiftly defeats the Belgain and Dutch navies.The airforce loses.The army overrans Dutch positions with new brought on tanks.Belgains still flock to frontlines"
12223,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=475,2014-12-14T02:41:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"The Soviet Union understands, however in light of this, we dispatch some KGB agents that aren't already busy in the new SSRs eliminating enemy agents. These KGB agents fly from Leningrad to Berlin, before getting a connecting flight to Amsterdam, where they will help citizens flee the country due to the landings."
12224,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=475,2014-12-14T03:21:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"BREAKING NEWS:<br/><br/>India has joined the Soviet Union after the Supreme Soviet approved their application! The new amount of SSRs is amazing!(Togeria/Agrium can change)<br/><br/>IC:<br/><br/>Meanwhile, the Soviet Union has another terrorist attack. A research facility in Siberia is blown up, and we ask all nations to help us fight the war against the terrorists who blew up parts of Leningrad!<br/><br/>More survivors from the 2018 Leningrad Terrorist Attacks have been found, but experts are puzzled on why they have survived for so long without food.(The KGB doesn't tell them that the survivors must have found food stores from the planned evacuation of Leningrad underground)."
12225,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=475,2014-12-14T04:11:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"A letter is sent in Ancient Viking to Denmark.(Below is translation)<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Danish Union<br/>From: Soviet Union/Union of Soviet Sovereign Republics<br/><br/>Good evening,(According to our own time here in the Kremlin at Moscow.)<br/><br/>We wish to make a more close alliance, and work together more for the better of the world. For example, Greenland could be used as a place for Citizens to go to if either of us have a Overpopulation problem. We also have an idea that could turn Greenland ""green"".<br/><br/>Operation: Gron<br/><br/>A group of planes fly above Greenland spreading seeds of plants resistant to the cold, and another group of planes soon fly over carrying fertilizers. Trains will also use existing rail lines to do the same, except one train will do both at the same time, with front cars spreading seeds, and back cars spreading fertilizers. This project is estimated to cost a low price of only 1 Million US Dollars.<br/><br/>From,<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">Issak Lagunov</span></blockquote>"
12226,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=475,2014-12-14T05:27:00,Bendicion,"The UK in contrast to Russia's moves,invades Cyprus and Lebanon with 15,000 troops,700 tanks and 70 ships."
12227,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=475,2014-12-14T05:40:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,The Soviet Union wonders what the United Kingdom is doing.
12228,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=475,2014-12-14T05:42:00,Bendicion,"The Union wants to rebuild its own past empire,but we will only occupy for some time then leave,we will just train the colonies tobetter stand on their own."
12229,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=475,2014-12-14T05:43:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,The Soviet Union understands and goes back to stopping the terrorists who blew up the Leningrad Metro.
12230,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=475,2014-12-14T05:49:00,Bendicion,"Union troops establish the Flag at Cyprian capital,some guerrilas still attack but the nation is recognized as surrenderd.4,820 died and 6 ships destroyed with others damaged.<br/><br/>The battles for Lebanin are still ongoing,with the tide of war being tricky.2,730 have already died.<br/><br/>Welsh riots occur!<br/><br/>A terrorist group is said to ha ebeen founded in scotland"
12231,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=475,2014-12-14T06:31:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,The Soviet Union offers support in crushing the terrorists from Scotland.
12232,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=475,2014-12-14T06:37:00,Gyrenaica,"OOC: so far, I own Nigeria, Niger, Benin, Togo, Ghana, Ivory Coast, and Cameroon just as a btw<br/><br/>Ic:<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Burkina Faso</span><br/>After the capital is swiftly occupied in one of the best military exercises for Nigeria.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Equatorial Guinea</span><br/>11,000 troops begin hammering the equatorial borders.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Chad</span><br/>57,000 troops arrive at the border to capture what will soon be the biggest win for Nigeria.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Gabon</span><br/>28,000 invade with hundreds of tanks to capture the oil rich fields in Gabon.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ivory Coast</span><br/>Oil drilling begins across Ivory Coast to get the economy up and running and to support the war effort.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cameroon</span><br/>Oil drilling begins to support the war efforts and incursions into central Africa. The local Cameroonian Governor has requested that Nigeria begin to think of plans to transition to a federal democracy.<br/><br/>LETTERS:<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Dearest Britain,<br/><br/>My friend, I humbly ask that you please stop making colonies in Africa. Morocco and Algeria are large and adequate and I request that they be your only ones in Africa.</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Dearest America, <br/><br/>I wish to engage in a military alliance between us. My troops need training to swiftly defeat terrorist groups within our borders such as Boko Haram and Al Qaeda.</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Dearest Soviets, <br/><br/>My friends, I ask that you send us supplies to combat local terrorist groups such as Boko Haram. I have promised to all my peoples in every province that I will remove all terrorist groups from within our borders by the time I leave office.</blockquote>"
12233,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=475,2014-12-14T06:50:00,Zechaslavia,"France condemns britains invasion of Holland and calls it ""unneeded' and a ""stab in the back move"" to britains own ally. France threatens to kick the UK out of NATO if they continue to act this way agsint their own allies. France also orders UK to leave Holland and repair the damage.<br/>France sends 20,000 troops to Libya to eliminate terrorist threats and restore the government<del>as well as to occupy the oil fields</del>"
12234,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=475,2014-12-14T06:57:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Gyrenaica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22792281#p22792281"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: so far, I own Nigeria, Niger, Benin, Togo, Ghana, Ivory Coast, and Cameroon just as a btw<br/><br/>Ic:<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Burkina Faso</span><br/>After the capital is swiftly occupied in one of the best military exercises for Nigeria. <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Equatorial Guinea</span><br/>11,000 troops begin hammering the equatorial borders.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Chad</span><br/>57,000 troops arrive at the border to capture what will soon be the biggest win for Nigeria. <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Gabon</span><br/>28,000 invade with hundreds of tanks to capture the oil rich fields in Gabon.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ivory Coast</span><br/>Oil drilling begins across Ivory Coast to get the economy up and running and to support the war effort. <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cameroon</span><br/>Oil drilling begins to support the war efforts and incursions into central Africa. The local Cameroonian Governor has requested that Nigeria begin to think of plans to transition to a federal democracy.<br/><br/>LETTERS:<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Dearest Britain,<br/><br/>My friend, I humbly ask that you please stop making colonies in Africa. Morocco and Algeria are large and adequate and I request that they be your only ones in Africa.</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Dearest America, <br/><br/>I wish to engage in a military alliance between us. My troops need training to swiftly defeat terrorist groups within our borders such as Boko Haram and Al Qaeda.</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Dearest Soviets, <br/><br/>My friends, I ask that you send us supplies to combat local terrorist groups such as Boko Haram. I have promised to all my peoples in every province that I will remove all terrorist groups from within our borders by the time I leave office.</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Nigeria<br/>From: Soviet Union/Union of Soviet Sovereign Republics<br/><br/>Greetings,<br/><br/>We have accepted your request and we can send you:<br/>Tanks<br/>Guns<br/>Artillery<br/>Planes<br/>Vehicles<br/><br/>From,<br/><br/>Supreme Soviet of the Soviet Union</blockquote>"
12235,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=475,2014-12-14T06:58:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Zechaslavia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22792326#p22792326"">wrote</a>:</cite>France condemns britains invasion of Holland and calls it ""unneeded' and a ""stab in the back move"" to britains own ally. France threatens to kick the UK out of NATO if they continue to act this way agsint their own allies. France also orders UK to leave Holland and repair the damage. <br/>France sends 20,000 troops to Libya to eliminate terrorist threats and restore the government <del>as well as to occupy the oil fields</del></div></blockquote><br/>The Soviet Union supports the invasion of Libya to eliminate terrorists. The USSR also condemns the UK invasion."
12236,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=475,2014-12-14T07:05:00,Gyrenaica,"When Nigeria heard of Frances incursion into Libya, we ask that you do not make them become a colony, but to hold a referendum.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Abuja, Nigeria</span><br/>Nigeria has been transitioned into a federal democracy giving every state almost full autonomy under the<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://www.alternatehistory.com/discussion/showthread.php?t=220847"" rel=""nofollow"">united flag</a>.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Equatorial Guinea</span><br/>After 12 hours of combat, the capital was finally defeated and occupied. The toll was relatively low in The Great Equatorial War:<br/>Nigeria: 37 KIA, 84 WIA<br/>Equatorial Guinea: 103 KIA, 94 WIA<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Gabon</span><br/>The war continues as nigerian troops finally arrive at the capital.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Sierra Leone</span><br/>A referendum is held in Sierra Leone for the people to vote yes or no to joining Nigeria peacefully. Liberia, guinea, and Mali soon follow S.L.'s example of peaceful annexation.<br/><br/><br/>The Neo-Nigerian Federal Republic (I changed it) condemns the British actions in The Netherlands. Holland has been relatively peaceful, only joining wars because of being dragged in by America.<br/><br/>The government of Nigeria asks all powers to send aid to Nigeria help combat the terrorist groups operating within our borders."
12237,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=475,2014-12-14T07:06:00,Zechaslavia,Within weeks Tripoli falls to French forces and france installs a provincial government to help bring stability to the nation. With the next month the rest of Libya falls into the Frances hands
12238,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=475,2014-12-14T07:09:00,Zechaslavia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Gyrenaica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22792412#p22792412"">wrote</a>:</cite>When Nigeria heard of Frances incursion into Libya, we ask that you do not make them become a colony, but to hold a referendum. <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Abuja, Nigeria</span><br/>Nigeria has been transitioned into a federal democracy giving every state almost full autonomy under the <a class=""postlink"" href=""http://www.alternatehistory.com/discussion/showthread.php?t=220847"" rel=""nofollow"">united flag</a>. <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Equatorial Guinea</span><br/>After 12 hours of combat, the capital was finally defeated and occupied. The toll was relatively low in The Great Equatorial War: <br/>Nigeria: 37 KIA, 84 WIA<br/>Equatorial Guinea: 103 KIA, 94 WIA<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Gabon</span><br/>The war continues as nigerian troops finally arrive at the capital. <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Sierra Leone</span><br/>A referendum is held in Sierra Leone for the people to vote yes or no to joining Nigeria peacefully. Liberia, guinea, and Mali soon follow S.L.'s example of peaceful annexation.<br/><br/><br/>The Neo-Nigerian Federal Republic (I changed it) condemns the British actions in The Netherlands. Holland has been relatively peaceful, only joining wars because of being dragged in by America. <br/><br/>The government of Nigeria asks all powers to send aid to Nigeria help combat the terrorist groups operating within our borders.</div></blockquote><br/>France agrees to hold a referendum but might still colonize to regain former French colonies in Africa. France supports the elimination of terrorists and sends supplies and French issued FAMASs to Nigeria"
12239,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=475,2014-12-14T07:23:00,Gyrenaica,Nigeria thanks the USSR and France for their support to us.
12240,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=500,2014-12-14T07:38:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"BREAKING NEWS:<br/><br/>Azerbaijan has also supported the Leningrad Terrorists, as well as Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan, and Tajikistan. The Soviet Union demands an explanation, but one is not received. Because of this, the Red Army advances in to restore order and stop terrorism."
12241,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=500,2014-12-14T08:17:00,Gyrenaica,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Gabon</span><br/>After the capital is bombed out and the president killed in the process, Gabon surrenders.<br/>Nigeria: 103 KIA, 27 WIA<br/>Gabon: 739 KIA, 84 WIA<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Sierra Leone</span><br/>The referendum passes with a 86% of Sierra Leonies voting to join Nigeria.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Liberia</span><br/>The referendum barely passes with 58% of Liberia wanting to join Nigeria.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Mali</span><br/>Mali has postponed the referendum due to internal problems.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Guinea</span><br/>The referendum fails with only 38% wanting to join Nigeria."
12242,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=500,2014-12-14T08:19:00,A Changing America,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Djibouti</span><br/>A forced referendum passes with 99% of Djibouti voting to join Nigeria.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Oman</span><br/>15,700 troops begin the assault upon Oman to capture its oil rich fields of riches."
12243,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=500,2014-12-14T08:47:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,DELETED.
12244,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=500,2014-12-14T08:53:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"The Union of Soviet Sovereign Republic's current claims.<br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/YmK73NH.jpg""/>"
12245,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=500,2014-12-14T08:55:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"Soviet officials estimate the current casualties of Soviet operations in the past year at about 40,000 KIA(I just realized how mad 300,000 is, that is like the Battle of the Somme), and 80,000 injured."
12246,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=500,2014-12-14T09:06:00,Gyrenaica,"OOC: no fucking way India would join the SSR. No Arabia. They have all the supplies to survive. Not that I care, but seriously.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Abuja, Nigeria</span><br/>The nation has been changed to ""The Democratic Federation of United African Republics (DFUAR). The nation invited many nations to join the federation, including, but not limited to, Guinea; Guinea-Bissau; Senegal; Gambia; Central African Republic; Republic of the Congo; Democratic Republic of the Congo; Mauritania; Mali; Chad; and Western Sahara."
12247,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=500,2014-12-14T09:10:00,The Underground Movement Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22792937#p22792937"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Union of Soviet Sovereign Republic's current claims.<br/><br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i.imgur.com/gFMtTil.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: The island you claimed on the far left is mine. It's a part of Norway."
12248,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=500,2014-12-14T09:11:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"The Soviet Union decides to become more involved on the International and Trading scale and stop being a world police, after a major official said: ""We are only doing what the Americans did long ago. Imperialism. They policed the world and used their military to threaten nations they did not like. For example, the Ukraine crisis which caused the Russian Federation to dissolve was partially caused by the US's inability to understand Russia needed help in the 1990s, and instead of helping, they abandoned it and did not consider what would happen when it regrew.""<br/><br/>We form a new Trade Pact called the Northern Alliance, designed to make an easy trade system for nations around the world. We invite all nations to it as well. We also wish to ally with France.<br/><br/>OOC:<br/><br/>This is an alternate history. Indian-Russian relations are good, and if Togeria/Argium rules that India stays independent, I will accept that. Also, Arabia was invaded due to Arabian terrorism support and Human Right concerns.<br/><br/>Also, didn't know that Danish Union, sorry. I'll unclaim it straight away.<br/><br/>PS: Danish Union, check my post a while back."
12249,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=500,2014-12-14T09:14:00,The Underground Movement Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22793048#p22793048"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Soviet Union decides to become more involved on the International and Trading scale and stop being a world police, after a major official said: ""We are only doing what the Americans did long ago. Imperialism. They policed the world and used their military to threaten nations they did not like. For example, the Ukraine crisis which caused the Russian Federation to dissolve was partially caused by the US's inability to understand Russia needed help in the 1990s, and instead of helping, they abandoned it and did not consider what would happen when it regrew.""<br/><br/>We form a new Trade Pact called the Northern Alliance, designed to make an easy trade system for nations around the world. We invite all nations to it as well. We also wish to ally with France.<br/><br/>OOC:<br/><br/>This is an alternate history. Indian-Russian relations are good, and if Togeria/Argium rules that India stays independent, I will accept that. Also, Arabia was invaded due to Arabian terrorism support and Human Right concerns.<br/><br/>Also, didn't know that Danish Union, sorry. I'll unclaim it straight away.<br/><br/>PS: Danish Union, check my post a while back.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC Lol its cool. Btw, which post?"
12250,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=500,2014-12-14T09:15:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,OOC: It's a page or so back requesting for a better alliance.
12251,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=500,2014-12-14T09:23:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,OOC: Have deleted all posts regarding Arabia. Pretend it never happened. Will edit Russian claims later.<br/><br/>IC:<br/><br/>(I'm still going to comdemn the invasion of Oman)<br/><br/>The invasion of Oman is comdemned by the Soviet Union. We view this as pointless imperialism.
12252,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=500,2014-12-14T09:24:00,The Underground Movement Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22791759#p22791759"">wrote</a>:</cite>BREAKING NEWS:<br/><br/>Fed up with the UN not doing anything about low human right conditions in the nations around the Arabian Sea, Saudi Arabia, Oman, and Iraq have been invaded! When asked about Israel and the United Arab Emirates, a official replied: ""We are not interested in nations that respect Human Rights, but we still do not like the Capitalist business haven in Dubai.""<br/><br/>However, losses have been heavy. Soviet reports from Operation: Gleaming Oil have said that a large amount of 150,000 soldiers were killed, and another 310,000 have been injured. The Red Army plans to bring tanks back into use as their majority mode of fighting due to the awful statistics of Infantry.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, a letter is sent in Ancient Viking to Denmark.(Below is translation)<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Danish Union<br/>From: Soviet Union/Union of Soviet Sovereign Republics<br/><br/>Good evening,(According to our own time here in the Kremlin at Moscow.)<br/><br/>We wish to make a more close alliance, and work together more for the better of the world. For example, Greenland could be used as a place for Citizens to go to if either of us have a Overpopulation problem. We also have an idea that could turn Greenland ""green"".<br/><br/>Operation: Gron<br/><br/>A group of planes fly above Greenland spreading seeds of plants resistant to the cold, and another group of planes soon fly over carrying fertilizers. Trains will also use existing rail lines to do the same, except one train will do both at the same time, with front cars spreading seeds, and back cars spreading fertilizers. This project is estimated to cost a low price of only 1 Million US Dollars.<br/><br/>From,<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">Issak Lagunov</span></blockquote></div></blockquote><br/>FROM, Prime minister Allen<br/>TO, Issak Lagunov<br/><br/>We're more than willing to accept this offer. Greenland for a long time meant nothing due to the cold. Anyhow, I shall send the money to you by tomorrow."
12253,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=500,2014-12-14T09:28:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Danish Union<br/>From: Soviet Union/Union of Soviet Sovereign Republics<br/><br/>The money is for how much the project is expected to cost, not how much we need to be paid. This is for free with the alliance.</blockquote>"
12254,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=500,2014-12-14T09:35:00,Gyrenaica,"Guinea-Bissau, Gambia, Central African Republic, chad, and the republic of the Congo have joined the Democratic Federation of United African Republics. The DRC, Senegal, and Mali have postponed their joining to a later date. Guinea has said no. Mauritania and Western Sahara have not responded to the invite as of yet.<br/><br/>The federation now invites Sudan, South Sudan, Uganda, Kenya, Somalia, and Angola to join the federation.<br/><br/>The Federation condemns Wadiya for its incursion into Oman and promises to destroy the nation before it can cause too much damage."
12255,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=500,2014-12-14T09:38:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,The USSR applauds the United African Republics in uniting most of Africa!
12256,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=500,2014-12-14T09:41:00,Gyrenaica,"We thank Russia and invite them into an oil alliance. It shall be name ""The Alliance of Petroleum Exporting Nation,"" or ""APEN."""
12257,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=500,2014-12-14T09:46:00,A Changing America,"Heavy resistance is met by joint soviet and Omani troops.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, in Wadiya, Aladeen inspects the first of many nukes to come though small, it has power."
12258,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=500,2014-12-14T09:48:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Gyrenaica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22793252#p22793252"">wrote</a>:</cite>We thank Russia and invite them into an oil alliance. It shall be name ""The Alliance of Petroleum Exporting Nation,"" or ""APEN.""</div></blockquote><br/>We accept, and offer them permission to use parts of Siberia for drilling."
12259,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=500,2014-12-14T09:51:00,Badassistanian,We begin an invasion of Cambodia asking for Russia's support
12260,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=500,2014-12-14T09:52:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>A Changing America <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22793295#p22793295"">wrote</a>:</cite>Heavy resistance is met by joint soviet and Omani troops. <br/><br/>Meanwhile, in Wadiya, Aladeen inspects the first of many nukes to come though small, it has power.</div></blockquote><br/>The KGB reports that nukes have been produced in Wadiya. Moscow, Stalingrad, Leningrad, Trotskygrad(Archangelsk), Rosagrad(Novosibirsk), and Marxgrad(Vladivostok) have their defences put on Maximum.<br/><br/>We also support China's invasion of Cambodia, provided they do not kill innocent civilians."
12261,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=500,2014-12-14T09:54:00,Badassistanian,"30,000 troops are moved into Cambodia and begin an invasion"
12262,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=500,2014-12-14T09:59:00,Badassistanian,Icbms are shot into the city's hitting key locations such as barracks and armorys
12263,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=500,2014-12-14T10:07:00,Togeria,"As Korea sees the empire building in. The world it fears there is only one true way to stop it, a encrusted telegram is sent to Nigeria and Italy, asking for a alliance. Korea is sick of seeing the world be ruled under regimes that wish to change its indigenous culture, as such Korea for at least the moment will side with lesser of two evils. Korea has stepped out of UN, and as such began massively equipping its army, in the most likely defense of Cambodia."
12264,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=500,2014-12-14T10:09:00,Badassistanian,China reminds Korea to stay out of Cambodia or risk a war with Russia and china wich would ultimitly lead to end of your great country that being said china begins to mobilize and arm its military to the border for defense
12265,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=525,2014-12-14T10:22:00,Badassistanian,Occ:map is updated<br/>IC:we ask that Russia moves no farther east than India we have sovereign claim on those lands
12266,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=525,2014-12-14T10:25:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"Russia would stay neutral in the event of a Korean-Chinese War, probably.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, the new SSR of India(Togeriapproved)has established its capital in New Delhi. Work on a Mumbai-Delhi-New Delhi-Calcutta mainline begins, which will hopefully make a Trans-Siberian circuit that will go from China back to Europe."
12267,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=525,2014-12-14T10:26:00,Togeria,"Korea takes matters to the U.N where publicly condemns China, calling them imperialist, who will try to conquer anything in a 10 mile radius, and is ashamed of Russia, and how they lead a wall blocking the east with their empires. Korean representatives look in disgust at how smaller nations are being taken or assimilated, into cultures entirely different of their own, Korea from this point on rarely makes appearances at the UN, and has closed trade with China, refusing to give them anything from the country. Korea still upholds it's deals with Russia, and the only contact between Korea and China are when the Colony is involved."
12268,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=525,2014-12-14T10:27:00,Badassistanian,We continue the invasion of Cambodia losing many men we near the capital
12269,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=525,2014-12-14T10:29:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22793650#p22793650"">wrote</a>:</cite>Korea takes matters to the U.N where publicly condemns China, calling them imperialist, who will try to conquer anything in a 10 mile radius, and is ashamed of Russia, and how they lead a wall blocking the east with their empires. Korean representatives look in disgust at how smaller nations are being taken or assimilated, into cultures entirely different of their own, Korea from this point on rarely makes appearances at the UN, and has closed trade with China, refusing to give them anything from the country. Korea still upholds it's deals with Russia, and the only contact between Korea and China are when the Colony is involved.</div></blockquote><br/>seeing the denouncing of Russia and china we ask Russia to join if any action does occur"
12270,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=525,2014-12-14T10:33:00,The Underground Movement Union,The DAR-2 is declared the new Danish Union standard issue rifle.<br/><br/>OOC : Sorry for the one liner.
12271,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=525,2014-12-14T10:35:00,Togeria,"Korea now done with relations with China, looks to the Danish Union, and Russia as it's main partners. As delegates fly to the DU to improve relations."
12272,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=525,2014-12-14T10:36:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"OOC: Also, I abandoned Oman and Saudi Arabia. Please change that.<br/><br/>IC:<br/><br/>Russia will not expand east of India, and will not expand at all apart from a plan to hold referendums in former Soviet Republics.<br/><br/>Russia still announces it will stay Neutral.<br/><br/>In a speech a official announces ""The so-called ""wall"" is accepted by China. The smaller nations, we sadly have to agree, would prosper better under a benevolent China, which has already made the minimum wage higher. However, we will not hold this against Korea.""<br/><br/>We establish the EEU(Eurasian Economic Union)and invite the Danish Union, UK, France, China, and Korea to it."
12273,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=525,2014-12-14T10:40:00,Togeria,"Korea will join this Union, but if possible not support China."
12274,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=525,2014-12-14T10:41:00,Gyrenaica,"Senegal, Mali, South Sudan, Kenya, and Angola have joined the Democratic Federation of United African Republics. Just like every other nation, they are given almost full autonomy under the flag.<br/><br/>The DRC, Uganda, Sudan, and Western Sahara have postponed the vote due to political problems.<br/><br/>Mauritania has said they are interested, but will not be joining until 2025. They have also said they will join earlier if they are threatened by colonialism.<br/><br/>Somalia joins Guinea in saying no to joining the federation.<br/><br/>Though disconnected with the Kenyan Republic (the name it chose now under the federation) the DFUAR has promised to protect it from any attacks.<br/><br/>The Federation is now inviting Ethiopia, Egypt, Namibia, Tanzania, Rwanda, and Burundi to join the nation. Though we speculate that Rwanda and Egypt will say no, we are still sending the invitation.<br/><br/>The Federation questions the USSR as to who we should also invite to the APEN. Suggestions have been to invite the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Oman, Qatar, Bahrain, and Kuwait. They can all prosper economically in exchange for our protection. But we must have Saudi Arabia, Oman, Qatar, Bahrain, and Kuwait stop their violations."
12275,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=525,2014-12-14T10:43:00,Togeria,"Korea sends a trade agreement, but not yet a military alliance to Nigeria."
12276,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=525,2014-12-14T10:44:00,Gyrenaica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22793849#p22793849"">wrote</a>:</cite>Korea sends a trade agreement, but not yet a military alliance to Nigeria.</div></blockquote><br/>Nigeria agrees to this and has lowered the oil price for Korea by 10%."
12277,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=525,2014-12-14T10:56:00,The Underground Movement Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22793761#p22793761"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: Also, I abandoned Oman and Saudi Arabia. Please change that.<br/><br/>IC:<br/><br/>Russia will not expand east of India, and will not expand at all apart from a plan to hold referendums in former Soviet Republics.<br/><br/>Russia still announces it will stay Neutral.<br/><br/>In a speech a official announces ""The so-called ""wall"" is accepted by China. The smaller nations, we sadly have to agree, would prosper better under a benevolent China, which has already made the minimum wage higher. However, we will not hold this against Korea.""<br/><br/>We establish the EEU(Eurasian Economic Union)and invite the Danish Union, UK, France, China, and Korea to it.</div></blockquote><br/>We accept the invitation."
12278,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=525,2014-12-14T11:01:00,Togeria,"Korea begins a invasion of Malaysia and Indonesia, to conquer them and add them to the Korean Republic. , as a combined force of 10-20,000 will be in the invasion, as a bombing of Malaysia and invasion of Indonesia begins."
12279,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=525,2014-12-14T11:03:00,The Underground Movement Union,"The Danish Union offers Netherlands to unite with them. The Netherlands accepts our offer, and they become our seventh province."
12280,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=525,2014-12-14T11:11:00,Togeria,"Korea wishes for a meeting with the DU, which will involve discussions on greater relations as well as other things.<br/><br/>After two days Malaysia has been conquered, as a total of 2,000 men have died, as forces now go on an assault to conquers all of Indonesia."
12281,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=525,2014-12-14T11:14:00,Badassistanian,"Losing 10,000 soldiers in the fight we take the capital of Cambodia and annex the country"
12282,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=525,2014-12-14T11:15:00,The Underground Movement Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22794046#p22794046"">wrote</a>:</cite>Korea wishes for a meeting with the DU, which will involve discussions on greater relations as well as other things.<br/><br/>After two days Malaysia has been conquered, as a total of 2,000 men have died, as forces now go on an assault to conquers all of Indonesia.</div></blockquote><br/>Prime minister Allen invites the Korean leader to Copenhagen so they may discuss."
12283,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=525,2014-12-14T11:16:00,Badassistanian,Right after the annexation of Cambodia soldiers move into Thailand and are hopeing for an easy victory in the country
12284,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=525,2014-12-14T11:16:00,The Underground Movement Union,The Danish Mars colony finishes researching space farming. We share this technology with the Chinese space colony.
12285,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=525,2014-12-14T11:18:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Underground Movement Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22794097#p22794097"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Danish Mars colony finishes researching space farming. We share this technology with the Chinese space colony.</div></blockquote><br/>china is happy with the technology and says thank you"
12286,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=525,2014-12-14T11:18:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"BREAKING NEWS:<br/><br/>45 years since the Moon Landings have passed. However, the Soviet Union is proud to announce we have...<br/><br/>Landed on the Moon at last!<br/><br/>In order to keep our promise to Korolyov, we landed there on this glorious day.<br/><br/>The first Soviet words on the moon were:<br/><br/>""Workers of the world, unite!""<br/><br/>However, the mission came at a price. On the return trip, a technical failure ensured, and for 3 long hours, Mission Control in Leningrad were scattering about trying to find a fix to the problem. Luckily, one was found, and the rocket soon managed to return to Earth, splashing down in the South China Sea, near its launch place, Marxgrad(Vladivostok). The Rocket has been retrieved and brought back home to Marxgrad, and it will take part in a Olympic-torch like relay, before making it to Leningrad in time for the Friendship Games 2019!<br/><br/>We invite China, Korea, the UK, France, America, Nigeria, and the Danish Union to take part in the Friendship Games. The events will include:<br/><br/>Modern Pentathlon<br/>Football(Or soccer, as Americans would call it)<br/>Rugby(A game similar to your own American Football Americans)<br/>Golf<br/>Tennis<br/>Ice Skating<br/>Ice Hockey<br/>Boating<br/>Rapid Riding<br/>Tug of War<br/>Cricket<br/>Table Tennis<br/>Triathlon<br/>Weightlifting<br/>Gymnastics<br/>Judo<br/>Fencing<br/>Boxing<br/>Basketball<br/>Badminton<br/>Athletics<br/>Archery<br/>Equestrian Racing<br/>Volleyball(indoor)<br/>Cycling(indoor)<br/>Cycling(outdoor)<br/>Canoe<br/>Water Polo<br/>Swimming<br/>Diving<br/><br/>Nations that are taking part:<br/>Soviet Union<br/>Korea<br/>Danish Union<br/>China<br/><br/><br/><br/>We also welcome the Danish and the Koreans to the EEU."
12287,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=525,2014-12-14T11:18:00,Togeria,"Korea accepts as minister are flown off to the DU.<br/><br/>3,000 soldiers have been lost in Indonesia, as a separate force of 3,000 is sent into the tail to protect Korea's claim of Malaysia."
12288,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=525,2014-12-14T11:20:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"Eurasian Economic Union<br/><br/>Members:<br/>Soviet Union<br/>Korea<br/>Danish Union<br/>China<br/><br/>INVITED:<br/><br/>Everyone on the European and Asian continents.<br/><br/>INFO:<br/>Please tell me you are joining via Telegram. All members of the EEU will get good trading deals with each other, ability to trade sanction-free, and receive Economic, Military, and Rescue aid."
12289,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=525,2014-12-14T11:21:00,Togeria,"Korea accepts the friendship games, and begins training athletes in Judo, Swimming, an archery, as those are the events Korea expects to win, as training for the games increase, to bring glory to Korea."
12290,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=550,2014-12-14T11:23:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Underground Movement Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22794082#p22794082"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22794046#p22794046"">wrote</a>:</cite>Korea wishes for a meeting with the DU, which will involve discussions on greater relations as well as other things.<br/><br/>After two days Malaysia has been conquered, as a total of 2,000 men have died, as forces now go on an assault to conquers all of Indonesia.</div></blockquote><br/>Prime minister Allen invites the Korean leader to Copenhagen so they may discuss.</div></blockquote><br/>The Soviet Union also wishes to attend to discuss Korean-Soviet relations and Soviet-Dane relations.<br/><br/>In the Friendship Games Korea is acknowledged as having accepted.<br/><br/>The Soviet Union trains heavily in Ice Skating and Ice Hockey, because the Union would be disappointed if they lost them.<br/><br/>(We will give you a better score the more you train for certain events!)"
12291,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=550,2014-12-14T11:26:00,Togeria,"Korea has conquered Indonesia with a combined body count of 6,000 on Koreas side, Korea continues training heavily in swimming, Judo, and Archery."
12292,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=550,2014-12-14T11:29:00,The Underground Movement Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22794111#p22794111"">wrote</a>:</cite>BREAKING NEWS:<br/><br/>45 years since the Moon Landings have passed. However, the Soviet Union is proud to announce we have...<br/><br/>Landed on the Moon at last!<br/><br/>In order to keep our promise to Korolyov, we landed there on this glorious day.<br/><br/>The first Soviet words on the moon were:<br/><br/>""Workers of the world, unite!""<br/><br/>However, the mission came at a price. On the return trip, a technical failure ensured, and for 3 long hours, Mission Control in Leningrad were scattering about trying to find a fix to the problem. Luckily, one was found, and the rocket soon managed to return to Earth, splashing down in the South China Sea, near its launch place, Marxgrad(Vladivostok). The Rocket has been retrieved and brought back home to Marxgrad, and it will take part in a Olympic-torch like relay, before making it to Leningrad in time for the Friendship Games 2019!<br/><br/>We invite China, Korea, the UK, France, America, Nigeria, and the Danish Union to take part in the Friendship Games. The events will include:<br/><br/>Modern Pentathlon<br/>Football(Or soccer, as Americans would call it)<br/>Rugby(A game similar to your own American Football Americans)<br/>Golf<br/>Tennis<br/>Ice Skating<br/>Ice Hockey<br/>Boating<br/>Rapid Riding<br/>Tug of War<br/>Cricket<br/>Table Tennis<br/>Triathlon<br/>Weightlifting<br/>Gymnastics<br/>Judo<br/>Fencing<br/>Boxing<br/>Basketball<br/>Badminton<br/>Athletics<br/>Archery<br/>Equestrian Racing<br/>Volleyball(indoor)<br/>Cycling(indoor)<br/>Cycling(outdoor)<br/>Canoe<br/>Water Polo<br/>Swimming<br/>Diving<br/><br/>Nations that are taking part:<br/>Soviet Union<br/>Korea<br/><br/><br/><br/>We also welcome the Danish and the Koreans to the EEU.</div></blockquote><br/>We will gladly join the games."
12293,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=550,2014-12-14T11:31:00,Togeria,Korean delegates now arrive at the DU to discuss relations.
12294,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=550,2014-12-14T11:38:00,Badassistanian,We wish to join the games
12295,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=550,2014-12-14T11:39:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"Both are accepted into the games, and China is accepted into the EEU."
12296,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=550,2014-12-14T11:42:00,The Underground Movement Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22794239#p22794239"">wrote</a>:</cite>Korean delegates now arrive at the DU to discuss relations.</div></blockquote><br/>The delegates are brought into a office in a newly built palace for the Prime minister.<br/><br/>The delegates are lead into the room by 4 DUFS agents. The prime minister speaks to the delegates in Korean, ""Welcome gentlemen. Have a seat."" He pointed to the chairs in front of him."
12297,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=550,2014-12-14T11:43:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"The Ice Skating and Ice Hockey are near perfected(Soviet Union doesn't require much training, they pretty much win most times). The Soviet Union creates a new faster-than-sound Supersonic jet, the Leninaero-Supersonic.<br/><br/>Once again we ask to join the discussion in Denmark."
12298,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=550,2014-12-14T11:44:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Underground Movement Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22794340#p22794340"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22794239#p22794239"">wrote</a>:</cite>Korean delegates now arrive at the DU to discuss relations.</div></blockquote><br/>The delegates are brought into a office in a newly built palace for the Prime minister.<br/><br/>The delegates are lead into the room by 4 DUFS agents. The prime minister speaks to the delegates in Korean, ""Welcome gentlemen. Have a seat."" He pointed to the chairs in front of him.</div></blockquote><br/>They take their seats, and take out documents from their folders,""Since China is no longer our trading partner, we would like to discuss increasing relations with you."" One said."
12299,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=550,2014-12-14T11:46:00,The Underground Movement Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22794360#p22794360"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Underground Movement Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22794340#p22794340"">wrote</a>:</cite>The delegates are brought into a office in a newly built palace for the Prime minister.<br/><br/>The delegates are lead into the room by 4 DUFS agents. The prime minister speaks to the delegates in Korean, ""Welcome gentlemen. Have a seat."" He pointed to the chairs in front of him.</div></blockquote><br/>They take their seats, and take out documents from their folders,""Since China is no longer our trading partner, we would like to discuss increasing relations with you."" One said.</div></blockquote><br/>""Trading relations and military relations I assume."" Replied the Prime minister."
12300,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=550,2014-12-14T11:47:00,Badassistanian,Chinese athletes begin traininghl for the upcoming games. The Thailand government decides joining china peacefully is the best thing for there country.
12301,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=550,2014-12-14T11:48:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,OOC: China please specify which sports your specialising in. No more than 4 please:)
12302,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=550,2014-12-14T11:49:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Underground Movement Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22794386#p22794386"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22794360#p22794360"">wrote</a>:</cite>They take their seats, and take out documents from their folders,""Since China is no longer our trading partner, we would like to discuss increasing relations with you."" One said.</div></blockquote><br/>""Trading relations and military relations I assume."" Replied the Prime minister.</div></blockquote><br/>""Yes, we feel such an agreement can benefit both nations. We've recently conquered Malaysia and Indonesia, and the resources from there can be of use to you."""
12303,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=550,2014-12-14T11:51:00,Badassistanian,Gymnastics judo tennis and weight lifting are the sports
12304,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=550,2014-12-14T11:52:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,Okay then.<br/><br/>We now start also specialising in Cycling and the Triathlon.
12305,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=550,2014-12-14T11:54:00,Togeria,"As a last category, Korea adds Basketball to the list of events it expects to master."
12306,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=550,2014-12-14T11:56:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,NOTE: You will almost definitely win the events you specialise in. Please no taking a event someone has already specialised in.
12307,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=550,2014-12-14T11:57:00,The Underground Movement Union,"We specialize in athletics, fencing and Canoeing."
12308,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=550,2014-12-14T11:59:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,Okay then.
12309,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=550,2014-12-14T12:00:00,Togeria,OOC: we should get back to the meeting.
12310,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=550,2014-12-14T12:01:00,The Underground Movement Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22794425#p22794425"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Underground Movement Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22794386#p22794386"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Trading relations and military relations I assume."" Replied the Prime minister.</div></blockquote><br/>""Yes, we feel such an agreement can benefit both nations. We've recently conquered Malaysia and Indonesia, and the resources from there can be of use to you.""</div></blockquote><br/>""We in return can sell you our Iron, Coal, weapons and Salt."" Replied the Prime minister. ""Oh, and yesterday I was discussing with my Minister of Defense and Minister of foreign affairs. We were planning on making a foreign Regiment, that we and other nations who donated troops to could control. They'd receive training by all nations involved. Would you like to join?"""
12311,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=550,2014-12-14T12:01:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,The meeting that hopefully I'll join soon enough.
12312,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=550,2014-12-14T12:04:00,Gyrenaica,"Namibia, Tanzania, Uganda, Western Sahara, and Burundi join the Democratic Federation of United African Republics. They are given almost full autonomy under the flag.<br/><br/>Rwanda, Egypt, and Sudan have said they are not right now interested officially, though it seems the people,in Rwanda are just being suppressed.<br/><br/>The DRC has said they will join by 2020 or earlier if threatened by colonization.<br/><br/>Ethiopia has postponed the vote due to threats of invasion by Wadiya. The Federation renews its invitation promising protection.<br/><br/>The federation now extends its hand to Tunisia who quickly accepts the invitation to join. In return, the Federal government has agreed to send this:<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Britain, France, Italy<br/><br/>Former colonial powers and returning colonialists! any and all attempts to secure Tunisia under colonial rule will end with the annexation of you colonies. We can have peace and live our lives or we can have war and ruin earth for everyone!</blockquote><br/><br/>The Democratic Federation of United African Republics has declared it will join the games. It thrives in football, rugby, tug of war, weightlifting, boxing and athletics.<br/><br/><br/>Millions of guns have been handed out to citizens loyal to the federation. Patriotism soars."
12313,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=550,2014-12-14T12:07:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Underground Movement Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22794550#p22794550"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22794425#p22794425"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Yes, we feel such an agreement can benefit both nations. We've recently conquered Malaysia and Indonesia, and the resources from there can be of use to you.""</div></blockquote><br/>""We in return can sell you our Iron, Coal, weapons and Salt."" Replied the Prime minister. ""Oh, and yesterday I was discussing with my Minister of Defense and Minister of foreign affairs. We were planning on making a foreign Regiment, that we and other nations who donated troops to could control. They'd receive training by all nations involved. Would you like to join?""</div></blockquote><br/>""We will accept your trade agreement, but we are afraid if China is to join this regiment we will have to decline."""
12314,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=550,2014-12-14T12:09:00,Khalsa Empire,China talk to Russia regarding a possible strongest alliance against US and NATO.Pakistan frustrated from increased US military interventions in domestic territory join China. While India still have tensed relations with Pakistan on Kashmir issue prefer to keep silent but show support toward US.<br/>Indian defense is growing and major focus is on China border due to China Pakistan joint military drills.
12315,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=575,2014-12-14T12:10:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Gyrenaica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22794583#p22794583"">wrote</a>:</cite>Namibia, Tanzania, Uganda, Western Sahara, and Burundi join the Democratic Federation of United African Republics. They are given almost full autonomy under the flag.<br/><br/>Rwanda, Egypt, and Sudan have said they are not right now interested officially, though it seems the people,in Rwanda are just being suppressed. <br/><br/>The DRC has said they will join by 2020 or earlier if threatened by colonization.<br/><br/>Ethiopia has postponed the vote due to threats of invasion by Wadiya. The Federation renews its invitation promising protection.<br/><br/>The federation now extends its hand to Tunisia who quickly accepts the invitation to join. In return, the Federal government has agreed to send this:<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Britain, France, Italy<br/><br/><br/>Former colonial powers and returning colonialists! any and all attempts to secure Tunisia under colonial rule will end with the annexation of you colonies. We can have peace and live our lives or we can have war and ruin earth for everyone!</blockquote><br/><br/>The Democratic Federation of United African Republics has declared it will join the games. It thrives in football, rugby, tug of war, weightlifting, boxing and athletics.</div></blockquote><br/>2 more sports then your allowed. BTW, England will probably win Rugby, so I'd change it. Only 4 specialisations are allowed."
12316,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=575,2014-12-14T12:12:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Khalsa Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22794641#p22794641"">wrote</a>:</cite>China talk to Russia regarding a possible strongest alliance against US and NATO.Pakistan frustrated from increased US military interventions in domestic territory join China. While India still have tensed relations with Pakistan on Kashmir issue prefer to keep silent but show support toward US.<br/>Indian defense is growing and major focus is on China border due to China Pakistan joint military drills.</div></blockquote><br/>Sorry, India and Pakistan were annexed into the USSR long ago.<br/>Plus, someone's already China."
12317,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=575,2014-12-14T12:14:00,Gyrenaica,"Ok my specialities are weightlifting, tug of war, athletics, and boxing."
12318,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=575,2014-12-14T12:17:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,Brilliant then!
12319,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=575,2014-12-14T12:18:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Khalsa Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22794641#p22794641"">wrote</a>:</cite>China talk to Russia regarding a possible strongest alliance against US and NATO.Pakistan frustrated from increased US military interventions in domestic territory join China. While India still have tensed relations with Pakistan on Kashmir issue prefer to keep silent but show support toward US.<br/>Indian defense is growing and major focus is on China border due to China Pakistan joint military drills.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: someone is already China, and we aren't currently accepting new nations."
12320,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=575,2014-12-14T12:23:00,The Underground Movement Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>Gyrenaica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22794688#p22794688"">wrote</a>:</cite>Ok my specialities are weightlifting, tug of war, athletics, and boxing.</div></blockquote><br/>Wait, I took Athletics already."
12321,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=575,2014-12-14T12:24:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"The Soviet Union holds referendums in the following nations to see if they wish to join the USSR:<br/>Western Ukraine<br/>Estonia<br/>Lithuania<br/>Latvia<br/>Poland<br/>Czech Republic<br/>Hungary<br/>Romania<br/>Slovakia<br/>Austria<br/>Moldova<br/>Switzerland<br/><br/>We remind them all that nearly all of their economies are suffering while the USSRs and China's is boosting, and that we have had democratic reforms so they will be able to vote, and the fact they all will be able to have better lives and bigger projects in their nations due to larger budgets and better infrastructure and healthcare.<br/><br/>OOC: Sorry Gyren, you can't have athletics then."
12322,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=575,2014-12-14T12:25:00,The Underground Movement Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22794616#p22794616"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Underground Movement Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22794550#p22794550"">wrote</a>:</cite>""We in return can sell you our Iron, Coal, weapons and Salt."" Replied the Prime minister. ""Oh, and yesterday I was discussing with my Minister of Defense and Minister of foreign affairs. We were planning on making a foreign Regiment, that we and other nations who donated troops to could control. They'd receive training by all nations involved. Would you like to join?""</div></blockquote><br/>""We will accept your trade agreement, but we are afraid if China is to join this regiment we will have to decline.""</div></blockquote><br/>""I mean, you only control the soldiers you sent."" Replies Allen."
12323,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=575,2014-12-14T12:28:00,Badassistanian,Chinese athletes perfect judo and weights
12324,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=575,2014-12-14T12:29:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Underground Movement Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22794827#p22794827"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22794616#p22794616"">wrote</a>:</cite>""We will accept your trade agreement, but we are afraid if China is to join this regiment we will have to decline.""</div></blockquote><br/>""I mean, you only control the soldiers you sent."" Replies Allen.</div></blockquote><br/>""I'm afraid as long as China is under imperial expansion we can't risk to aid them in anyway."""
12325,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=575,2014-12-14T12:30:00,Badassistanian,china agrees these nations should join the soviets
12326,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=575,2014-12-14T12:30:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22794867#p22794867"">wrote</a>:</cite>Chinese athletes perfect judo and weights</div></blockquote><br/>Ooc: I already took Judo."
12327,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=575,2014-12-14T12:32:00,Badassistanian,china asks the support of the UN to allow t to annex burma
12328,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=575,2014-12-14T12:32:00,Gyrenaica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22794811#p22794811"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Soviet Union holds referendums in the following nations to see if they wish to join the USSR:<br/>Western Ukraine<br/>Estonia<br/>Lithuania<br/>Latvia<br/>Poland<br/>Czech Republic<br/>Hungary<br/>Romania<br/>Slovakia<br/>Austria<br/>Moldova<br/>Switzerland<br/><br/>We remind them all that nearly all of their economies are suffering while the USSRs and China's is boosting, and that we have had democratic reforms so they will be able to vote, and the fact they all will be able to have better lives and bigger projects in their nations due to larger budgets and better infrastructure and healthcare.<br/><br/>OOC: Sorry Gyren, you can't have athletics then.</div></blockquote><br/>One thing, you WILL NOT get Switzerland. Ok. Impossible.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22794898#p22794898"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22794867#p22794867"">wrote</a>:</cite>Chinese athletes perfect judo and weights</div></blockquote><br/>Ooc: I already took Judo.</div></blockquote>and I have weights!!"
12329,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=575,2014-12-14T12:33:00,Gyrenaica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22794918#p22794918"">wrote</a>:</cite>china asks the support of the UN to allow t to annex burma</div></blockquote><br/>The federation supports you"
12330,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=575,2014-12-14T12:33:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22794898#p22794898"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22794867#p22794867"">wrote</a>:</cite>Chinese athletes perfect judo and weights</div></blockquote><br/>Ooc: I already took Judo.</div></blockquote><br/>occ:this is a games we compete thats how it works"
12331,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=575,2014-12-14T12:35:00,Gyrenaica,The federation says that if the soviets annex Switzerland (which they will not join you even thru referendum) we will be beyond pissed and condemn you. Switzerland is neutral and must not be touched!
12332,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=575,2014-12-14T12:35:00,Badassistanian,we continue to work in tennis and gymastics
12333,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=575,2014-12-14T12:36:00,Badassistanian,seeing no oppisition from the UN Burma is invaded
12334,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=575,2014-12-14T12:41:00,Badassistanian,"30,000 soldiers enter burma easily and head towards the capital"
12335,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=575,2014-12-14T12:47:00,Badassistanian,burma is easily counquered and annexed by china with out loseing many men
12336,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=575,2014-12-14T12:48:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Gyrenaica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22794921#p22794921"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22794811#p22794811"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Soviet Union holds referendums in the following nations to see if they wish to join the USSR:<br/>Western Ukraine<br/>Estonia<br/>Lithuania<br/>Latvia<br/>Poland<br/>Czech Republic<br/>Hungary<br/>Romania<br/>Slovakia<br/>Austria<br/>Moldova<br/>Switzerland<br/><br/>We remind them all that nearly all of their economies are suffering while the USSRs and China's is boosting, and that we have had democratic reforms so they will be able to vote, and the fact they all will be able to have better lives and bigger projects in their nations due to larger budgets and better infrastructure and healthcare.<br/><br/>OOC: Sorry Gyren, you can't have athletics then.</div></blockquote><br/>One thing, you WILL NOT get Switzerland. Ok. Impossible. <br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22794898#p22794898"">wrote</a>:</cite>Ooc: I already took Judo.</div></blockquote>and I have weights!!</div></blockquote><br/>It's a referendum. Not a for-certain."
12337,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=575,2014-12-14T12:49:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Gyrenaica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22794960#p22794960"">wrote</a>:</cite>The federation says that if the soviets annex Switzerland (which they will not join you even thru referendum) we will be beyond pissed and condemn you. Switzerland is neutral and must not be touched!</div></blockquote><br/>The Soviets say this is overreacting for a referendum, nobody threatened anyone with war during the Scottish Independence Referendum of 2014."
12338,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=575,2014-12-14T12:51:00,Badassistanian,china wishes to buy the part of india that is conected to the indian mainland by a strip of land (occ: i dont know whats its called but i belive you can figure out what im talking about)
12339,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=575,2014-12-14T12:55:00,The Underground Movement Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22794883#p22794883"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Underground Movement Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22794827#p22794827"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I mean, you only control the soldiers you sent."" Replies Allen.</div></blockquote><br/>""I'm afraid as long as China is under imperial expansion we can't risk to aid them in anyway.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Understood."" Replies Allen."
12340,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=600,2014-12-14T12:57:00,The Underground Movement Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Underground Movement Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22795147#p22795147"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22794883#p22794883"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I'm afraid as long as China is under imperial expansion we can't risk to aid them in anyway.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Understood."" Replies Allen.</div></blockquote><br/>""By the way,"" continued Allen. ""Russia wishes to join our meeting. Is that alright with you?"""
12341,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=600,2014-12-14T12:59:00,Badassistanian,chinese ships began to blockade all Philippine ports hoping to dry them out
12342,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=600,2014-12-14T13:04:00,Badassistanian,"20,000 men all in squads of different sizes invade the islands at the same time"
12343,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=600,2014-12-14T13:06:00,Badassistanian,as soldiers take control of the islands we continue to ask to buy the small indian territory connected to india only by a strip of land
12344,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=600,2014-12-14T13:08:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22795111#p22795111"">wrote</a>:</cite>china wishes to buy the part of india that is conected to the indian mainland by a strip of land (occ: i dont know whats its called but i belive you can figure out what im talking about)</div></blockquote><br/>Sri Lanka, and isn't ours."
12345,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=600,2014-12-14T13:08:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22795273#p22795273"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22795111#p22795111"">wrote</a>:</cite>china wishes to buy the part of india that is conected to the indian mainland by a strip of land (occ: i dont know whats its called but i belive you can figure out what im talking about)</div></blockquote><br/>Sri Lanka, and isn't ours.</div></blockquote><br/>no we mean the part that is on the east part of india"
12346,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=600,2014-12-14T13:09:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Underground Movement Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22795162#p22795162"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Underground Movement Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22795147#p22795147"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Understood."" Replies Allen.</div></blockquote><br/>""By the way,"" continued Allen. ""Russia wishes to join our meeting. Is that alright with you?""</div></blockquote><br/>The Soviet Union prepares a plane to fly there for the diplomat if accepted."
12347,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=600,2014-12-14T13:10:00,Badassistanian,occ:if you look on the map its right next to china and two other small countrys
12348,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=600,2014-12-14T13:19:00,Badassistanian,two small countrys next to china agree to join them out of the best for there people
12349,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=600,2014-12-14T13:20:00,Badassistanian,occ: map update occuring now
12350,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=600,2014-12-14T13:35:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"That part? We do not wish to sell, it is good farming land for the citizens of Mumbai and Calcutta."
12351,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=600,2014-12-14T13:40:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Underground Movement Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22795162#p22795162"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Underground Movement Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22795147#p22795147"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Understood."" Replies Allen.</div></blockquote><br/>""By the way,"" continued Allen. ""Russia wishes to join our meeting. Is that alright with you?""</div></blockquote><br/>""Might as well, it seems only you two are our true allies."""
12352,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=600,2014-12-14T13:43:00,Aglium,After many battles in the Middle East America has finally ended the war on terror.
12353,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=600,2014-12-14T13:49:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Aglium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22795727#p22795727"">wrote</a>:</cite>After many battles in the Middle East America has finally ended the war on terror.</div></blockquote><br/>china offers America a military allience"
12354,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=600,2014-12-14T13:49:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22795607#p22795607"">wrote</a>:</cite>That part? We do not wish to sell, it is good farming land for the citizens of Mumbai and Calcutta.</div></blockquote><br/>we understand"
12355,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=600,2014-12-14T13:51:00,Badassistanian,The Chinese military is planning for a new operation dubbed operation sandstorm
12356,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=600,2014-12-14T13:52:00,Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan,"Mullah Muhammad Omar Mujahid reestablished the Emirate, and liberated all of Afghanistan from the imperialists during a bloody revolution. The white flag of the Emirate flies once again in Kabul.<br/><br/>Projects have started to rebuild the country and strengthen our military. We seek peace with the rrestof the world, and liberation and unification of all Islamic countries in one caliphate. We will ally ourselves with any non-zionist nation who shares our interest.<br/><br/>Our agenda is peace, liberty, and a world without zionism."
12357,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=600,2014-12-14T13:54:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22795822#p22795822"">wrote</a>:</cite>Mullah Muhammad Omar Mujahid reestablished the Emirate, and liberated all of Afghanistan from the imperialists during a bloody revolution. The white flag of the Emirate flies once again in Kabul.<br/><br/>Projects have started to rebuild the country and strengthen our military. We seek peace with the rrestof the world, and liberation and unification of all Islamic countries in one caliphate. We will ally ourselves with any non-zionist nation who shares our interest. <br/><br/>Our agenda is peace, liberty, and a world without zionism.</div></blockquote><br/>get the foop out"
12358,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=600,2014-12-14T13:55:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"China, no need to be offensive.<br/><br/>Sorry Afghanistan, but you need to apply first and Afghanistan is already controlled."
12359,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=600,2014-12-14T13:58:00,Badassistanian,Covert operations teams are sent to the country where operation desert storm is set to occur and gather info that can help with the operation
12360,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=600,2014-12-14T14:06:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22795690#p22795690"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Underground Movement Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22795162#p22795162"">wrote</a>:</cite>""By the way,"" continued Allen. ""Russia wishes to join our meeting. Is that alright with you?""</div></blockquote><br/>""Might as well, it seems only you two are our true allies.""</div></blockquote><br/>The Diplomat enters the room. ""Hello fellow officials, what are you talking about?"""
12361,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=600,2014-12-14T14:09:00,Butballs,"Ooc: you do realize that this is all spam and one liners. I'd hope you learn to actually add some details into it.<br/><br/>""Mexico becomes militarized."" Is bad<br/>""Mexico has details on the world war. Leaders and officials uprise. The tensions urge mexican officials to go into a martial law. President Juan Ñiño Xavier steps down and declares mexico as militarized. ""<br/>Is better.<br/>""The president and officials turn to the news. They get suprised at this news. ""NONSENCE!"" An official screams. They turn into an automatic fighting pit while they debate over what to do. President Xavier then declares he will speak the words of the officials. He went to the podium of the country. ""I have declard martial law today."" Mexico becomes militarized."
12362,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=600,2014-12-14T14:12:00,Badassistanian,"The Chinese leader presents a speech the following is an excerpt of the speech<br/><br/><br/>""A new and glorious day has come to china we have finished the empire in Asia now we seek new and fresh areas never touched by Chinese hands but next week that all changes, operation desert storm is a go"
12363,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=600,2014-12-14T14:13:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Butballs <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22795986#p22795986"">wrote</a>:</cite>Ooc: you do realize that this is all spam and one liners. I'd hope you learn to actually add some details into it. <br/><br/>""Mexico becomes militarized."" Is bad<br/>""Mexico has details on the world war. Leaders and officials uprise. The tensions urge mexican officials to go into a martial law. President Juan Ñiño Xavier steps down and declares mexico as militarized. ""<br/>Is better. <br/>""The president and officials turn to the news. They get suprised at this news. ""NONSENCE!"" An official screams. They turn into an automatic fighting pit while they debate over what to do. President Xavier then declares he will speak the words of the officials. He went to the podium of the country. ""I have declard martial law today."" Mexico becomes militarized.</div></blockquote><br/>this is a more relaxed RP and you haven't signed up and sign UPS are closed so bye"
12364,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=600,2014-12-14T14:21:00,Aglium,"America has made a new VTOL warship called the B-21 VTOL warship.<br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://img2.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20121209083832/callofduty/images/6/69/VTOL_Warship_Menu_Icon_BOII.png""/><br/><br/>America is willing to trade this warship with other nations."
12365,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=625,2014-12-14T14:23:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Aglium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22796108#p22796108"">wrote</a>:</cite>America has made a new VTOL warship called the B-21 VTOL warship. <br/><br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://img2.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20121209083832/callofduty/images/6/69/VTOL_Warship_Menu_Icon_BOII.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>) <br/><br/>America is willing to trade this warship with other nations.</div></blockquote><br/>china wishes to trade"
12366,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=625,2014-12-14T14:23:00,The Underground Movement Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>Aglium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22796108#p22796108"">wrote</a>:</cite>America has made a new VTOL warship called the B-21 VTOL warship. <br/><br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://img2.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20121209083832/callofduty/images/6/69/VTOL_Warship_Menu_Icon_BOII.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>) <br/><br/>America is willing to trade this warship with other nations.</div></blockquote><br/>The Danish Union is willing to buy these warships. We'd in return like to sell you our R1 fighters."
12367,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=625,2014-12-14T14:25:00,Aglium,America will trade these Warships with The Danish Union and China.
12368,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=625,2014-12-14T14:26:00,Badassistanian,The Chinese military head to Africa for op desert storm
12369,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=625,2014-12-14T14:27:00,Badassistanian,Op desert storm is an attack on Nigeria and we wish all nations to aid us
12370,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=625,2014-12-14T14:29:00,Badassistanian,Together we can free Africa from there shackles
12371,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=625,2014-12-14T14:31:00,Togeria,Korea wishes to buy Americas V-TOLs. Korea will not aid in China's mission as Korea is now going through a self-strengthening process.
12372,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=625,2014-12-14T14:32:00,The Untied Federation of Russia,"~Meanwhile~<br/><br/>A communist riot is going on in Canada's capital one Communist rioter had this to say.<br/><br/>""It's about time Canada get's a more powerful government it's time to make this nation Communist!"""
12373,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=625,2014-12-14T14:35:00,Badassistanian,"100,000 chines troops land in Nigeria and begin an attack to dismantle there empire and free Africa. Occ: I will not continue until Nigeria responds"
12374,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=625,2014-12-14T14:36:00,Togeria,"Korea ask if the communist protestors will still honor the alliance between Korea an Canada.<br/><br/>Korea begins updating its army with the latest battle gear in aid in a effort to not fall behind, and to retain its status as a world power."
12375,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=625,2014-12-14T14:38:00,Badassistanian,"The Chinese military not in Africa wich includes over 200,000 men are sent to the borders of Korea and prepare for the inevitable"
12376,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=625,2014-12-14T14:41:00,Badassistanian,Chinese forces begin to lat mine fields and place sniper towers on the Korean border
12377,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=625,2014-12-14T14:41:00,Badassistanian,Icbms are loaded with nuclear warheads
12378,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=625,2014-12-14T14:43:00,Gyrenaica,"OOC: why are you invading me? I am a federation with much more freedom than you!<br/><br/>To: nations of the world<br/>My friends, china has begun a war against us. They say they wish to liberate us, but look at them. They are far from free. They have killed more Christians than any other nations. They have killed more people with the death penalty installed. They aren't trying to liberate us, they want to annex us and then exploit the people of the Federation. I call on all of you to end this imperialist commie."
12379,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=625,2014-12-14T14:44:00,Badassistanian,Keys are turned revealing the buttons but they are not pressed yet
12380,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=625,2014-12-14T14:45:00,Aglium,America warns China of this action.
12381,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=625,2014-12-14T14:46:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Gyrenaica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22796405#p22796405"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: why are you invading me? I am a federation with much more freedom than you!<br/><br/>To: nations of the world<br/>My friends, china has begun a war against us. They say they wish to liberate us, but look at them. They are far from free. They have killed more Christians than any other nations. They have killed more people with the death penalty installed. They aren't trying to liberate us, they want to annex us and then exploit the people of the Federation. I call on all of you to end this imperialist commie.</div></blockquote><br/>the Chinese. Reply by saying no Christians were ever killed people are treated equally and on par all men that get the death penalty do crimes such as terrorism and murder"
12382,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=625,2014-12-14T14:47:00,Badassistanian,We do not wish to annex but set all country's under there control free
12383,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=625,2014-12-14T14:47:00,Gyrenaica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22796449#p22796449"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Gyrenaica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22796405#p22796405"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: why are you invading me? I am a federation with much more freedom than you!<br/><br/>To: nations of the world<br/>My friends, china has begun a war against us. They say they wish to liberate us, but look at them. They are far from free. They have killed more Christians than any other nations. They have killed more people with the death penalty installed. They aren't trying to liberate us, they want to annex us and then exploit the people of the Federation. I call on all of you to end this imperialist commie.</div></blockquote><br/>the Chinese. Reply by saying no Christians were ever killed people are treated equally and on par all men that get the death penalty do crimes such as terrorism and murder</div></blockquote><br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://www.christianitytoday.com/ct/2013/february-web-only/persecution-in-china-is-very-real.html"" rel=""nofollow"">http://www.christianitytoday.com/ct/201 ... -real.html</a><br/><br/>And this is by a Chinese.<img alt="";)"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_wink.gif"" title=""Wink""/>"
12384,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=625,2014-12-14T14:48:00,Gyrenaica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22796470#p22796470"">wrote</a>:</cite>We do not wish to annex but set all country's under there control free</div></blockquote><br/>They joined willingly! They don't want to be free. You are just scared of an African power. You want to exploit the nations continually."
12385,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=625,2014-12-14T14:49:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Gyrenaica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22796475#p22796475"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22796449#p22796449"">wrote</a>:</cite>the Chinese. Reply by saying no Christians were ever killed people are treated equally and on par all men that get the death penalty do crimes such as terrorism and murder</div></blockquote><br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://www.christianitytoday.com/ct/2013/february-web-only/persecution-in-china-is-very-real.html"" rel=""nofollow"">http://www.christianitytoday.com/ct/201 ... -real.html</a><br/><br/>And this is by a Chinese. <img alt="";)"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_wink.gif"" title=""Wink""/></div></blockquote><br/>yes but if you remember earlier we had a equal rights campaign giving all people equality much like america"
12386,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=625,2014-12-14T14:50:00,Badassistanian,The invasion continues without disregard
12387,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=625,2014-12-14T14:52:00,Gyrenaica,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Abuja, Nigerian Republic</span><br/>My friends, yesterday, china Made the mistake of invading our nation. Some of our nations may be spread our, but we shall prevail. Our military is more than 2 million men strong, reaching 3 million and climbing even as I speak. The African war machine has been awakened. The Chinese have exploited our resources and stolen our oil thru so called ""investing."" But, and excuse my words, this is bullshit. They did steal our resources and rob us of a rich thriving economy as independent nations. But this federation brought us together! Our economy has hit the $8trillion mark. Our resources are being extracted to fuel the war against China. I call upon every able man, all 700 million of you, to go out and arm yourselves. If you see a Chinese, you kill him. Because of the Chinese governments actions, we don't have to differ. They are all to be exterminated."""
12388,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=625,2014-12-14T14:54:00,Togeria,"Korea declares war on China for their overly aggressive actions. Forces invade from Malaysia, as separate force bombs the Philipines, Korea calls in America as aid."
12389,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=625,2014-12-14T14:54:00,Badassistanian,The button is pressed rockets will reach Nigerias capital within 10 mins
12390,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=650,2014-12-14T14:55:00,Aglium,"America sends 3,000 troops to Africa to help stop China's invasion."
12391,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=650,2014-12-14T14:56:00,Badassistanian,Rockets are also launched towards Korea and snipers begin to fire at the Korean military
12392,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=650,2014-12-14T14:57:00,Badassistanian,Chinese ships in Nigeria intercept all American transports
12393,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=650,2014-12-14T14:59:00,Badassistanian,The Chinese leader is sent to mars where he will stay in his utopia he and other nations built there
12394,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=650,2014-12-14T15:00:00,Badassistanian,Under the cover of missiles Chinese forces push into Nigeria and continue to defend the Chinese border against korea
12395,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=650,2014-12-14T15:00:00,Togeria,OOC:WTF NO NUKES!!
12396,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=650,2014-12-14T15:01:00,Gyrenaica,The Federation continues to push the Chinese out of the homeland.
12397,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=650,2014-12-14T15:01:00,Aglium,America tells china to stop this attack if they don't stop this attack they will be kicked out of the U.N.
12398,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=650,2014-12-14T15:02:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22796693#p22796693"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC:WTF NO NUKES!!</div></blockquote><br/>there just normal explosive missiles"
12399,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=650,2014-12-14T15:02:00,Gyrenaica,The federation offers to every nation that helps 50% off its oil and other resources for the next 25 years.
12400,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=650,2014-12-14T15:02:00,Togeria,"Indochina being weaker forces continue the invasion, as snipers and artillery are to protect Korean border, a siege of the Philippines has begun."
12401,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=650,2014-12-14T15:03:00,Gyrenaica,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Federation air base in Taiwan</span><br/>30 bombers are dispatched and begin bombing runs on Hong Kong and Macau."
12402,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=650,2014-12-14T15:04:00,Badassistanian,"Chinese forces in Nigeria take many hits from the army but are able to somehow prevail after losing 50,000 Chinese soldiers. Blockades are set up around nigeria"
12403,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=650,2014-12-14T15:05:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Gyrenaica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22796730#p22796730"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Federation air base in Taiwan</span><br/>30 bombers are dispatched and begin bombing runs on Hong Kong and Macau.</div></blockquote><br/>occ: you have no airbase there"
12404,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=650,2014-12-14T15:06:00,Aglium,The U.S. has kicked China out of the U.N. but America will stay out of the war.
12405,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=650,2014-12-14T15:06:00,Togeria,"Korean forces have sieges the Philippines, as a combined assault is made in China, southern and northern forces make a line toward the capital, as sea units began firing a barrage of missiles at the coast."
12406,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=650,2014-12-14T15:07:00,Gyrenaica,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Abuja, Nigerian Republic</span><br/>""Sir, project rundown is finished.""<br/>""Then it is a go.""<br/>""Yes sir."" The man walks to intercom. ""All units report to the nearest station for your weapons.""<br/>This was repeated throughout the whole nation. Millions of people went to the military stations. Hundreds of millions of weapons, though old, have been made. Trillions of ammo are supplied. Guerrilla warfare begins against the communists.<br/><br/>To: China<br/>Get the fuck out of our sovereign lands. This is a free nation, far superior to your shît hole of a nation. We will not back down and our people will never allow you to break us up. We are united with the fervor to go on."
12407,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=650,2014-12-14T15:07:00,Gyrenaica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22796764#p22796764"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Gyrenaica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22796730#p22796730"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Federation air base in Taiwan</span><br/>30 bombers are dispatched and begin bombing runs on Hong Kong and Macau.</div></blockquote><br/>occ: you have no airbase there</div></blockquote><br/>Oh but I do. That's one mistake. You forgot to secure Taiwan."
12408,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=650,2014-12-14T15:07:00,Togeria,"Korea ask for America to send aid to Korea, and place a embargo on China."
12409,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=650,2014-12-14T15:08:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22796718#p22796718"">wrote</a>:</cite>Indochina being weaker forces continue the invasion, as snipers and artillery are to protect Korean border, a siege of the Philippines has begun.</div></blockquote><br/>land mines and Chinese forces take out many of the Korean invasion from Malaysia while losing many soldiers"
12410,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=650,2014-12-14T15:09:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22796785#p22796785"">wrote</a>:</cite>Korean forces have sieges the Philippines, as a combined assault is made in China, southern and northern forces make a line toward the capital, as sea units began firing a barrage of missiles at the coast.</div></blockquote><br/>you can't just walk through minefields and the Chinese military.<br/>we begin the push back against Korean forces"
12411,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=650,2014-12-14T15:10:00,Aglium,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22796803#p22796803"">wrote</a>:</cite>Korea ask for America to send aid to Korea, and place a embargo on China.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>America sends 23 VTOL warships to Korea."
12412,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=650,2014-12-14T15:10:00,Gyrenaica,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Abuja, Nigerian Republic</span><br/>The order has been given that ever province be under martial law. Every capital is now being filled with thousands of troops, heat seeking missiles, tanks, planes, and helicopters. Turrets are set up in cities across the federation.<br/>In Nigeria alone, there is a force of roughly 1,830,000 troops. That doesn't include the thugs whom have weapons of their own. They are recruited too bring the troop count up to 1,920,000. Other gun owners are recruited bringing the count to 2,203,930"
12413,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=650,2014-12-14T15:10:00,Badassistanian,China offers peace to Nigeria after careful consideration and offers to give Taiwan as a peace gift
12414,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=650,2014-12-14T15:11:00,Togeria,"A air squadron and missiles are deployed to cause significant damage to the capital, as forces in Malaysia are slowed, but instead change course and head into Cambodia, the land being flatter, an less forested.<br/><br/>OOC: haven't actually commenced the invasion yet, I'm making a line of attack."
12415,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=675,2014-12-14T15:12:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22796864#p22796864"">wrote</a>:</cite>A air squadron and missiles are deployed to cause significant damage to the capital, as forces in Malaysia are slowed, but instead change course and head into Cambodia, the land being flatter, an less forested.<br/><br/>OOC: haven't actually commenced the invasion yet, I'm making a line of attack.</div></blockquote><br/>Cambodian soldiers put up strong fights against the Korean invaders and aa and fighter squadrons are sent to attack Korean air forces"
12416,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=675,2014-12-14T15:13:00,Butballs,"Ooc: relaxed rps are more likely going to give you a bad rep<br/>I did not actually post an rp post, it was an ooc post that i forgot to finish off. I do not wish to rp with you. Look at my forum posts and find the ""canwall"" post. Reference to that. I'm just a phone acc. And i cant post moee than your average person in this thread."
12417,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=675,2014-12-14T15:14:00,Gyrenaica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22796859#p22796859"">wrote</a>:</cite>China offers peace to Nigeria after careful consideration and offers to give Taiwan as a peace gift</div></blockquote><br/>We accept the peace. But we don't need Taiwan. In place of us controlling Taiwan, please pledge that no harm shall ever come to Taiwan."
12418,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=675,2014-12-14T15:14:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,The Soviet Union declares neutrlity and installs curfew.<br/><br/>Sorry for bad spelling im tired.
12419,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=675,2014-12-14T15:15:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Butballs <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22796905#p22796905"">wrote</a>:</cite>Ooc: relaxed rps are more likely going to give you a bad rep<br/>I did not actually post an rp post, it was an ooc post that i forgot to finish off. I do not wish to rp with you. Look at my forum posts and find the ""canwall"" post. Reference to that. I'm just a phone acc. And i cant post moee than your average person in this thread.</div></blockquote><br/>we don't really care about rep we care more about fun"
12420,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=675,2014-12-14T15:15:00,Togeria,"With help from America, Korean fighters are able to stay in the air, as te assault continues, Korea deploying bomb squads, to search the area for nukes. Korea goes to the UN requesting they help against this new aggressive China, showing the massacre they've caused in Africa and Asia."
12421,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=675,2014-12-14T15:16:00,Badassistanian,We ask for a week long seize fire between Korea and china and wish to discuss and possibly settle are differences
12422,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=675,2014-12-14T15:17:00,Badassistanian,We use American made planes to counter all Koreas new airforce
12423,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=675,2014-12-14T15:19:00,Gyrenaica,"The war between china and the federation slows down. Though tensions are very high, trade will resume in a year between the federation and china. Hopefully by then we will have united the continent."
12424,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=675,2014-12-14T15:19:00,Badassistanian,We send a telegram to Korea sayin the only way to settle our issues is to gain each others trust again one way or another and offers that both country's end the war and think things over
12425,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=675,2014-12-14T15:21:00,Badassistanian,Chinese soldiers stop firing at Korean soldiers and hope they do the same
12426,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=675,2014-12-14T15:24:00,Badassistanian,Chinese soldiers help Nigerian soldiers bury the dead as a sign of future respect
12427,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=675,2014-12-14T15:25:00,Togeria,"Korean forces stop firing, as Korea is willing to discuss relations and come up with a compromise with China."
12428,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=675,2014-12-14T15:28:00,Badassistanian,China asks Korea how we can fix our relations
12429,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=675,2014-12-14T15:33:00,Togeria,"Korea ask for the Philippines to be turned over to them, and release meant of one province, that was originally not under China's control, and example being Mongolia, including the inner part."
12430,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=675,2014-12-14T15:34:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,The USSR once again suggests a Peking-Seoul hotline.
12431,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=675,2014-12-14T15:36:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22797242#p22797242"">wrote</a>:</cite>Korea ask for the Philippines to be turned over to them, and release meant of one province, that was originally not under China's control, and example being Mongolia, including the inner part.</div></blockquote><br/>we deny to give up our rightfully earned land but will promise that the age of Chinese imperialism is over"
12432,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=675,2014-12-14T15:37:00,Gyrenaica,"Nigeria, with the relief efforts of China, begins rebuilding. The federation will not be engaging in trade with China for awhile as their invasion had pissed off the whole federation.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Abuja, Capital of the federation</span><br/>""Sir, with so much going towards relief across Nigeria, we will need to cut down on the military spending.""<br/>""Very well. Cut the military down 25% with that 25% joining the reserves.""<br/>Sir that still leaves almost 3 million soldiers.""<br/>""Actually, no. There are roughly 1.8 million militia volunteers. They will be paid for their service duly. That means 1.2 million active. That should be good enough."""
12433,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=675,2014-12-14T15:37:00,Togeria,"Korea will accept this, and is willing to pay 20,000,000 for the Philippines."
12434,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=675,2014-12-14T15:39:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Gyrenaica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22797313#p22797313"">wrote</a>:</cite>Nigeria, with the relief efforts of China, begins rebuilding. The federation will not be engaging in trade with China for awhile as their invasion had pissed off the whole federation. <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Abuja, Capital of the federation</span><br/>""Sir, with so much going towards relief across Nigeria, we will need to cut down on the military spending.""<br/>""Very well. Cut the military down 25% with that 25% joining the reserves.""<br/>Sir that still leaves almost 3 million soldiers.""<br/>""Actually, no. There are roughly 1.8 million militia volunteers. They will be paid for their service duly. That means 1.2 million active. That should be good enough.""</div></blockquote><br/>Korea questions if trade between the two countries will continue, it also ask if relations have improved. Korea being the only country to have came to Nigeria's defense."
12435,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=675,2014-12-14T15:44:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22797319#p22797319"">wrote</a>:</cite>Korea will accept this, and is willing to pay 20,000,000 for the Philippines.</div></blockquote><br/>at the moment we do not wish to sell the islands but mabey later when we have finished with the current rebuilding of the Chinese government"
12436,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=675,2014-12-14T15:45:00,Badassistanian,We ask that trade be reopened between Korea and china in order to build relations
12437,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=675,2014-12-14T15:46:00,Togeria,"Korea leaves the offer in the table, as it goes to repair any damage caused in the war, as of now Korea wishes not to open trade."
12438,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=675,2014-12-14T15:48:00,Bendicion,"TheUK forcews inspite of international criticism,finally capture Amsterdam and raise the Flag of Union.Posible invasion to Belgium is imminent but not well to be done.A total of 6,000 troops died after Netherlands fired many missiles."
12439,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=675,2014-12-14T15:49:00,Badassistanian,China begins to restructure its government with a more democratic one
12440,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=700,2014-12-14T15:49:00,Gyrenaica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22797343#p22797343"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Gyrenaica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22797313#p22797313"">wrote</a>:</cite>Nigeria, with the relief efforts of China, begins rebuilding. The federation will not be engaging in trade with China for awhile as their invasion had pissed off the whole federation. <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Abuja, Capital of the federation</span><br/>""Sir, with so much going towards relief across Nigeria, we will need to cut down on the military spending.""<br/>""Very well. Cut the military down 25% with that 25% joining the reserves.""<br/>Sir that still leaves almost 3 million soldiers.""<br/>""Actually, no. There are roughly 1.8 million militia volunteers. They will be paid for their service duly. That means 1.2 million active. That should be good enough.""</div></blockquote><br/>Korea questions if trade between the two countries will continue, it also ask if relations have improved. Korea being the only country to have came to Nigeria's defense.</div></blockquote><br/>They will continue. You get a discount of 50% off of our resources for 25 years."
12441,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=700,2014-12-14T15:49:00,The Underground Movement Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bendicion <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22797482#p22797482"">wrote</a>:</cite>TheUK forcews inspite of international criticism,finally capture Amsterdam and raise the Flag of Union.Posible invasion to Belgium is imminent but not well to be done.A total of 6,000 troops died after Netherlands fired many missiles.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: I control Netherlands m8."
12442,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=700,2014-12-14T15:50:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bendicion <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22797482#p22797482"">wrote</a>:</cite>TheUK forcews inspite of international criticism,finally capture Amsterdam and raise the Flag of Union.Posible invasion to Belgium is imminent but not well to be done.A total of 6,000 troops died after Netherlands fired many missiles.</div></blockquote><br/>the newly formed china asks that the Netherlands is freed for they were doing fine without your help"
12443,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=700,2014-12-14T15:51:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Underground Movement Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22797503#p22797503"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Bendicion <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22797482#p22797482"">wrote</a>:</cite>TheUK forcews inspite of international criticism,finally capture Amsterdam and raise the Flag of Union.Posible invasion to Belgium is imminent but not well to be done.A total of 6,000 troops died after Netherlands fired many missiles.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: I control Netherlands m8.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: I sense a war coming.<br/><br/>IC: Korea sends aid to help build back up Nigeria, as Korea itself now has it's eye on Japan."
12444,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=700,2014-12-14T15:52:00,Gyrenaica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22797523#p22797523"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Bendicion <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22797482#p22797482"">wrote</a>:</cite>TheUK forcews inspite of international criticism,finally capture Amsterdam and raise the Flag of Union.Posible invasion to Belgium is imminent but not well to be done.A total of 6,000 troops died after Netherlands fired many missiles.</div></blockquote><br/>the newly formed china asks that the Netherlands is freed for they were doing fine without your help</div></blockquote><br/>The federation points out that Britain was crushing the Dutch before they joined."
12445,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=700,2014-12-14T15:53:00,Bendicion,Oh?!<br/><br/>Oh the Netherlands is freed then.UK is eyeing Spain or San Marino.
12446,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=700,2014-12-14T15:54:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bendicion <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22797574#p22797574"">wrote</a>:</cite>Oh?!<br/><br/>Oh the Netherlands is freed then.UK is eyeing Spain or San Marino.</div></blockquote><br/>china asks Britain to not invade these countrys"
12447,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=700,2014-12-14T15:55:00,The Underground Movement Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bendicion <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22797574#p22797574"">wrote</a>:</cite>Oh?!<br/><br/>Oh the Netherlands is freed then.UK is eyeing Spain or San Marino.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: Ignore cannon activated due to godmod. And as a matter of fact, they joined willingly."
12448,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=700,2014-12-14T15:55:00,Badassistanian,Occ: I wont be able to update the map until tomorrow at 3pm so lets try to keep territorial changes from occuring
12449,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=700,2014-12-14T15:56:00,Bendicion,"The Battle for Belgium Commences!<br/>Ships pound the coasts and infantry launch an amphibious assault.6,000 have been deployed woth 12,000 still in ships.The airforce battles Belgian space."
12450,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=700,2014-12-14T15:56:00,Togeria,"With repairs almost finished, Korea begins a invasion force, to take Japan by surprise."
12451,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=700,2014-12-14T15:56:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bendicion <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22797618#p22797618"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Battle for Belgium Commences!<br/>Ships pound the coasts and infantry launch an amphibious assault.6,000 have been deployed woth 12,000 still in ships.The airforce battles Belgian space.</div></blockquote><br/>occ: that's a part of france"
12452,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=700,2014-12-14T15:57:00,Butballs,You can have fun with detail. I know it really answers my questions when i put detail.<br/>Try to put more details in and don't post crappy one liners.<br/><br/>Read the stickies.
12453,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=700,2014-12-14T15:58:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Butballs <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22797637#p22797637"">wrote</a>:</cite>You can have fun with detail. I know it really answers my questions when i put detail.<br/>Try to put more details in and don't post crappy one liners. <br/><br/>Read the stickies.</div></blockquote><br/>shut the hell up motherfucker we don't care"
12454,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=700,2014-12-14T15:59:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22797645#p22797645"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Butballs <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22797637#p22797637"">wrote</a>:</cite>You can have fun with detail. I know it really answers my questions when i put detail.<br/>Try to put more details in and don't post crappy one liners. <br/><br/>Read the stickies.</div></blockquote><br/>shut the hell up motherfucker we don't care</div></blockquote><br/>Ok no. He was just trying to help, no reason to curse him out.<br/><br/>Hey bro, thanks for the help, I'll try to incorporate that man. Thanks bro!"
12455,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=700,2014-12-14T16:00:00,Gyrenaica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22797645#p22797645"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Butballs <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22797637#p22797637"">wrote</a>:</cite>You can have fun with detail. I know it really answers my questions when i put detail.<br/>Try to put more details in and don't post crappy one liners. <br/><br/>Read the stickies.</div></blockquote><br/>shut the hell up motherfucker we don't care</div></blockquote><br/>Don't be rude."
12456,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=700,2014-12-14T16:02:00,Badassistanian,Sorry I was just getting a little tired of him in sorry I did that we all make mistakes
12457,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=700,2014-12-14T16:02:00,Great Britain and Belgium,"The Empire of Australia declares it's support of the United Kingdom in the invasion of Spain and San Marino.<br/>President Tony Abbot has also announced that Operation Kiwi, the occupation of New Zealand, will be commencing very soon. The government in Canberra said that once Wellington is occupied the whole nation of New Zealand will be apart of the Australian Empire. The Department of Defence also announced an ambitious plan called Operation Lemur, which will be the invasion and occupation of the African island of Madagascar. Operation Lemur will be purely a naval mission with some troops and aircraft taking part, however Operation Kiwi will be mainly troops as well as naval vessels to transport the troops over to New Zealand."
12458,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=700,2014-12-14T16:05:00,Badassistanian,The Chinese government begins to set there eyes on somehow putting a man on venus
12459,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=700,2014-12-14T16:06:00,Gyrenaica,The Democratic Federation of United African Republic welcomes Australia if they promise to only go to Madagascar and no further.
12460,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=700,2014-12-14T16:06:00,Togeria,"A force of two aircraft carries, three transporters, 5 submarines, and 5 destroyers will make up the bulk of the invasion forces. Japan does not expect a attack, as it has been kept under wraps, Korea still remembers the days they were under Japanese rule, and now it's time reverse the roles.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">3days later</span><br/>The first wave of air bomber have attacked the naval coast, The defense forces navy being small, it's destroyed, and the act of surprise shakes the country, as forces now commence a invasion on Nagasaki and Tokyo."
12461,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=700,2014-12-14T16:11:00,Badassistanian,China asks why Korea invaded Japan earlier they said they wanted to keep it independent
12462,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=700,2014-12-14T16:13:00,Togeria,"Korean forces have overran Tokyo, sustaining only 3,000 casualties to Japan's 12,000. Japan promptly surrenders, being annexed into the republic.<br/><br/>When questions Korea publicly responds with two answers the first being security, the second more ominous. They say it's to,""heal old wounds"""
12463,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=700,2014-12-14T16:14:00,Gyrenaica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22797807#p22797807"">wrote</a>:</cite>China asks why Korea invaded Japan earlier they said they wanted to keep it independent</div></blockquote><br/>They tricked you. But you're new so you won't invade Korea.<img alt="";)"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_wink.gif"" title=""Wink""/>"
12464,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=700,2014-12-14T16:15:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22797837#p22797837"">wrote</a>:</cite>Korean forces have overran Tokyo, sustaining only 3,000 casualties to Japan's 12,000. Japan promptly surrenders, being annexed into the republic. <br/><br/>When questions Korea publicly responds with two answers the first being security, the second more ominous. They say it's to,""heal old wounds""</div></blockquote><br/>china is amazed at this Japan was posing no threat to korea"
12465,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=725,2014-12-14T16:15:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Gyrenaica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22797845#p22797845"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22797807#p22797807"">wrote</a>:</cite>China asks why Korea invaded Japan earlier they said they wanted to keep it independent</div></blockquote><br/>They tricked you. But you're new so you won't invade Korea. <img alt="";)"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_wink.gif"" title=""Wink""/></div></blockquote><br/>OOC: when making a OOC comment please add the OOC."
12466,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=725,2014-12-14T16:16:00,Great Britain and Belgium,"<blockquote><div><cite>Gyrenaica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22797744#p22797744"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Democratic Federation of United African Republic welcomes Australia if they promise to only go to Madagascar and no further.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>We will take Madagascar, however there are also plans to spread to Mozambique and then we will stop our advance into Africa."
12467,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=725,2014-12-14T16:16:00,Togeria,"Korea is now content, focusing on strengthening its republic, as it shoots back at China saying Cambodia, Mongolia, and Thailand all posed no threats."
12468,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=725,2014-12-14T16:18:00,Badassistanian,China reply that Korea is correct but our aim was expansion not security
12469,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=725,2014-12-14T16:19:00,Aglium,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22797724#p22797724"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Chinese government begins to set there eyes on somehow putting a man on venus</div></blockquote><br/><br/>NASA says that it's impossible to put a man on Venus one scientist had this to say.<br/><br/>""If we put a man on Venus then he or she will get set on fire once they land."""
12470,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=725,2014-12-14T16:23:00,Togeria,"Korea now looks to strengthening its republic, as the option of opening trade with china is thrown around back an fourth, Korea sends a trade agreement to Australia, and also sends a military alliance."
12471,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=725,2014-12-14T16:23:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Aglium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22797913#p22797913"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22797724#p22797724"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Chinese government begins to set there eyes on somehow putting a man on venus</div></blockquote><br/><br/>NASA says that it's impossible to put a man on Venus one scientist had this to say. <br/><br/>""If we put a man on Venus then he or she will get set on fire once they land.""</div></blockquote><br/>science has. Come a long way my American friends new suits that can withstand the environment are being tested"
12472,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=725,2014-12-14T16:30:00,Badassistanian,"<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://world.guns.ru/assault/ch/type-95--qbz-95-e.html"" rel=""nofollow"">http://world.guns.ru/assault/ch/type-95--qbz-95-e.html</a><br/>a history of the Chinese standard"
12473,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=725,2014-12-14T16:51:00,Zechaslavia,OOC Sorry for replying late<br/>IC<br/>France politely denies Russias offer for an alliance due to their relations with china and chinas bad relations with our ally korea but we hope relations between our two nations increases.<br/>France also declares that it will attend the friendship games.<br/>In Libya the referendum is 67% join france as a colony and 33% said stay independent.
12474,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=725,2014-12-14T16:53:00,Togeria,"Korea has asked if they can build a embassy in France, as to increase relations. Korea is willing to do the same."
12475,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=725,2014-12-14T16:53:00,Zechaslavia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22798274#p22798274"">wrote</a>:</cite>Korea has asked if they can build a embassy in France, as to increase relations. Korea is willing to do the same.</div></blockquote><br/>France accepts and is willing to build an embassy in Seoul"
12476,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=725,2014-12-14T16:55:00,Badassistanian,China wishes to improve relations with France since the great war is over and thing are getting better between china and korea
12477,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=725,2014-12-14T16:59:00,Great Britain and Belgium,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22797958#p22797958"">wrote</a>:</cite>Korea now looks to strengthening its republic, as the option of opening trade with china is thrown around back an fourth, Korea sends a trade agreement to Australia, and also sends a military alliance.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>The Australian Empire accepts the trade agreement, however the military alliance will have to be debated in Parliament and voted on first."
12478,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=725,2014-12-14T17:00:00,Togeria,"Korea is happy to see Australia accept their trade agreement, as they now focus on what made them a great power to begin with. Trade."
12479,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=725,2014-12-14T17:01:00,Badassistanian,China offers trade to Korea once again
12480,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=725,2014-12-14T17:03:00,Togeria,Even though relations are better Korea must still think about opening trade with China again. As the idea is now being strongly considered.
12481,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=725,2014-12-14T17:08:00,Great Britain and Belgium,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">New Zealand</span><br/><br/>An Australian force of 10,000 troops lands 5 miles outside of Wellington. With orders to advance at all costs the Empire's forces begin making their way into Wellington, North Island. Meanwhile a force of 5,000 troops landed on the South Island with hopes of securing all bases belonging to the New Zealand Defence Force before the end of the day. New Zealand will soon become apart of Australia's Empire.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Peth</span><br/><br/>In the Australian city of Perth a fleet of 10 ships was preparing to set sail to Madagascar to launch Operation Lemur. With strict orders to occupy the island as swiftly as possible the naval vessels were soon to leave port. After the occupation of Madagascar the troops and the naval fleet had orders to invade and occupy Mozambique. 9,000 troops were being sent to Africa, backed by over 30 aircraft to launch bombing raids as well as the 10 ships getting them there."
12482,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=725,2014-12-14T17:16:00,Badassistanian,"China offers trade to Australia. New movements are sweeping the country men wanting higher pay, men and women that want to end racism and sexism, people who want unions to form and many other movements hit the national stage"
12483,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=725,2014-12-14T17:18:00,Togeria,"Korea supports this new movement in China, pressuring the current government to accept these conditions, Korea also wishes to see a less communist government, and see men rewarded on their efforts."
12484,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=725,2014-12-14T17:19:00,Zechaslavia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22798299#p22798299"">wrote</a>:</cite>China wishes to improve relations with France since the great war is over and thing are getting better between china and korea</div></blockquote><br/>France agrees to this<br/>OOC: Sorry ive only read up to page 24 so I don't know what happened from 25-29<br/>IC: France renames itself the Western European Union once many western european nations voted to become part of the Western European Union (WEU). These nations are Netherlands, Luxembourg, Switzerland, spain and Portugal along with the African nation of tunisia"
12485,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=725,2014-12-14T17:22:00,Badassistanian,The government begins to support most of these movement. As Korea wanted a national vote will take place to see if the citizens want a more capitalistic economy. The Chinese leader possibly to be titled as president later feels tue urge to add sir Lanka to the empire.
12486,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=725,2014-12-14T17:22:00,Great Britain and Belgium,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22798507#p22798507"">wrote</a>:</cite>China offers trade to Australia. New movements are sweeping the country men wanting higher pay, men and women that want to end racism and sexism, people who want unions to form and many other movements hit the national stage</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The Australian Empire accepts trade with China."
12487,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=725,2014-12-14T17:23:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Zechaslavia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22798537#p22798537"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22798299#p22798299"">wrote</a>:</cite>China wishes to improve relations with France since the great war is over and thing are getting better between china and korea</div></blockquote><br/>France agrees to this <br/>OOC: Sorry ive only read up to page 24 so I don't know what happened from 25-29<br/>IC: France renames itself the Western European Union once many western european nations voted to become part of the Western European Union (WEU). These nations are Netherlands, Luxembourg, Switzerland, spain and Portugal along with the African nation of tunisia</div></blockquote><br/>occ: those many nations can't just join you at once you have to gain there favor and slowly incorporate them"
12488,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=725,2014-12-14T17:26:00,Zechaslavia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22798585#p22798585"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Zechaslavia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22798537#p22798537"">wrote</a>:</cite>France agrees to this <br/>OOC: Sorry ive only read up to page 24 so I don't know what happened from 25-29<br/>IC: France renames itself the Western European Union once many western european nations voted to become part of the Western European Union (WEU). These nations are Netherlands, Luxembourg, Switzerland, spain and Portugal along with the African nation of tunisia</div></blockquote><br/>occ: those many nations can't just join you at once you have to gain there favor and slowly incorporate them</div></blockquote><br/>OCC: Well they didn't really join me but we all decided to merge into one nation (similar to the UK) because of the growing tensions around us"
12489,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=725,2014-12-14T17:30:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Zechaslavia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22798608#p22798608"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22798585#p22798585"">wrote</a>:</cite>occ: those many nations can't just join you at once you have to gain there favor and slowly incorporate them</div></blockquote><br/>OCC: Well they didn't really join me but we all decided to merge into one nation (similar to the UK) because of the growing tensions around us</div></blockquote><br/>occ: I understand now"
12490,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=750,2014-12-14T17:32:00,Badassistanian,Occ:once again the map will update tomarrow sometime between 3-4 pm central time
12491,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=750,2014-12-14T17:51:00,Gyrenaica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Zechaslavia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22798537#p22798537"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22798299#p22798299"">wrote</a>:</cite>China wishes to improve relations with France since the great war is over and thing are getting better between china and korea</div></blockquote><br/>France agrees to this <br/>OOC: Sorry ive only read up to page 24 so I don't know what happened from 25-29<br/>IC: France renames itself the Western European Union once many western european nations voted to become part of the Western European Union (WEU). These nations are Netherlands, Luxembourg, Switzerland, spain and Portugal along with the African nation of tunisia</div></blockquote><br/>Tunisia is mine. Plus, Switzerland would never give up its independence."
12492,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=750,2014-12-14T17:54:00,Togeria,OOC:Agreed every nation joins the WEU except Switzerland.
12493,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=750,2014-12-14T17:54:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Gyrenaica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22798893#p22798893"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Zechaslavia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22798537#p22798537"">wrote</a>:</cite>France agrees to this <br/>OOC: Sorry ive only read up to page 24 so I don't know what happened from 25-29<br/>IC: France renames itself the Western European Union once many western european nations voted to become part of the Western European Union (WEU). These nations are Netherlands, Luxembourg, Switzerland, spain and Portugal along with the African nation of tunisia</div></blockquote><br/>Tunisia is mine. Plus, Switzerland would never give up its independence.</div></blockquote><br/>occ:don't go of the map guys it hasn't been updated and wont be until tomorrow."
12494,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=750,2014-12-14T17:56:00,Gyrenaica,I basically own most of Africa. Don't invade it without my permission.
12495,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=750,2014-12-14T18:00:00,A Changing America,"Wadiya declares war on China, The USSR, and the DFUAR."
12496,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=750,2014-12-14T18:14:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>A Changing America <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22799006#p22799006"">wrote</a>:</cite>Wadiya declares war on China, The USSR, and the DFUAR.</div></blockquote><br/>china sends 100,000 soldiers to the weak country and begins an invasion"
12497,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=750,2014-12-14T18:21:00,Gyrenaica,"An invasion fleet of 135,000 is sent to invade Wadiya."
12498,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=750,2014-12-14T18:39:00,Zechaslavia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22798934#p22798934"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC:Agreed every nation joins the WEU except Switzerland.</div></blockquote><br/>I think they would if they felt threatened by other countries plus they still keep their national identity"
12499,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=750,2014-12-14T18:41:00,Togeria,OOC:They've been put in similar situations before and kept neutrality. You either have to conquer them or build up relations.
12500,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=750,2014-12-14T20:09:00,Zechaslavia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22799453#p22799453"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC:They've been put in similar situations before and kept neutrality. You either have to conquer them or build up relations.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: But this is a new age with new leaders, who would say they wouldn't want to merge? Plus I don't see why everyone finds it so important that Switzerland stays independent<img alt="":eyebrow:"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_eyebrow.gif"" title=""What?""/><br/>What about all the other nations out there that would want to stay independent"
12501,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=750,2014-12-14T20:10:00,New Napo France,"The republic of panama begins to slightly build up its army and navy, along with growing its relations with the US and China. They also ask Korea for a trade agreement."
12502,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=750,2014-12-14T20:32:00,The Underground Movement Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>Gyrenaica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22798893#p22798893"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Zechaslavia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22798537#p22798537"">wrote</a>:</cite>France agrees to this <br/>OOC: Sorry ive only read up to page 24 so I don't know what happened from 25-29<br/>IC: France renames itself the Western European Union once many western european nations voted to become part of the Western European Union (WEU). These nations are Netherlands, Luxembourg, Switzerland, spain and Portugal along with the African nation of tunisia</div></blockquote><br/>Tunisia is mine. Plus, Switzerland would never give up its independence.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: Netherlands is mine."
12503,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=750,2014-12-14T21:31:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Napo France <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22800484#p22800484"">wrote</a>:</cite>The republic of panama begins to slightly build up its army and navy, along with growing its relations with the US and China. They also ask Korea for a trade agreement.</div></blockquote><br/>Korea accepts."
12504,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=750,2014-12-14T21:49:00,Zechaslavia,WEU asks panama and the Danish nation if they would like to be in an alliance with the WEU
12505,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=750,2014-12-14T22:04:00,New Napo France,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22801248#p22801248"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Napo France <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22800484#p22800484"">wrote</a>:</cite>The republic of panama begins to slightly build up its army and navy, along with growing its relations with the US and China. They also ask Korea for a trade agreement.</div></blockquote><br/>Korea accepts.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>In responce to Korea's decision Panama begins increasing the relations between the two nations."
12506,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=750,2014-12-14T22:05:00,New Napo France,"<blockquote><div><cite>Zechaslavia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22801455#p22801455"">wrote</a>:</cite>WEU asks panama and the Danish nation if they would like to be in an alliance with the WEU</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Panama accepts WEU's offer and requests a trade agreement."
12507,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=750,2014-12-15T01:10:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Zechaslavia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22798259#p22798259"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC Sorry for replying late<br/>IC <br/>France politely denies Russias offer for an alliance due to their relations with china and chinas bad relations with our ally korea but we hope relations between our two nations increases. <br/>France also declares that it will attend the friendship games.<br/>In Libya the referendum is 67% join france as a colony and 33% said stay independent.</div></blockquote><br/>We're neutral with China and Korea."
12508,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=750,2014-12-15T01:12:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Zechaslavia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22798608#p22798608"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22798585#p22798585"">wrote</a>:</cite>occ: those many nations can't just join you at once you have to gain there favor and slowly incorporate them</div></blockquote><br/>OCC: Well they didn't really join me but we all decided to merge into one nation (similar to the UK) because of the growing tensions around us</div></blockquote><br/>Swiss would never merge. If you invaded Switzerland you'd be flattened in your economy, plus your attacking force would die of mountain warfare."
12509,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=750,2014-12-15T02:52:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>A Changing America <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22799006#p22799006"">wrote</a>:</cite>Wadiya declares war on China, The USSR, and the DFUAR.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: Good luck!<br/>IC:<br/><br/>The Soviet Foreign Minister laughs when he receives the letter of declaration of war, however he orders the military to fire 15 non-nuclear missiles at Wadiya's capital."
12510,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=750,2014-12-15T03:46:00,Bendicion,"Lebanon-British War comes to an end.The Union now administers The British Isles,Morrovco and Western Sahara,Algeria and Cyprus and last Lebanon and Gibraltar.<br/><br/>A incident occuered when Spanishffighter jet sunk a british transppet leading to 200 deaths.The British Parliament jointly declared war after 12 hours after attack.20,000 troops were deployed from Britain with an 80 ship fleet controlled by 45,000 sailors accompanied by 1,200 airmen.They encountered the Spanish Armada and battles are occuring.Another invasion force was made against The Balearic Islands and Andorra by 3,000 troops altogether.<br/><br/>Forces from Gibraltar attacked with 50 tanks and 6,000 troops.An invasion force from Algeria with 5,000 Algerian soldiers are being sent.<br/><br/>San Marino is taken out of the list of possible acquisitions."
12511,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=750,2014-12-15T04:41:00,Bendicion,"Portugal is taken into the conflict with Spain,as Moroccan and Algerian British soldiers land an invasion south of Tagum River Area.Meanwhile British forces succesfully demolish Spanish forces in Granada but with heavy casualties losing 5000 men and 30 tanks to the campaign.<br/>Andoraan conquerors lead attacks on nearby Spanish Garrisons.Algerian Forces land attack in SE Spain while the British Exped continues experinecing attacks from Spanish forces to land.1 ships unk with 6 damaged lightly to heavy.13 fighters were lost but the force still pushes."
12512,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=750,2014-12-15T05:04:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"The Soviet Union recognises the invasion of Spain and Portugal as an act of war against the West European Union, and orders the UK to pull out immediately."
12513,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=750,2014-12-15T05:04:00,Badassistanian,"China slowly becomes the most equal country in the world with a 20$ (don't know what it would be in Chinese currency) minimum wage, racism and sexism slowly becoming crimes, many American rights are incorporated into china but we remain a communist nation.the Chinese pull out of wadyia calling the invasion a fear tactic"
12514,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=750,2014-12-15T05:07:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"The Soviet Union will continue however to launch rockets at Wadiya, for disturbing the peace, and for declaring war on Nigeria, a peaceful nation trying to unite Africa."
12515,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=775,2014-12-15T05:08:00,Butballs,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22803696#p22803696"">wrote</a>:</cite>China slowly becomes the most equal country in the world with a 20$ (don't know what it would be in Chinese currency) minimum wage, racism and sexism slowly becoming crimes, many American rights are incorporated into china but we remain a communist nation.the Chinese pull out of wadyia calling the invasion a fear tactic</div></blockquote><br/><br/>123.86 ¥<br/>(Chinease Yuan)"
12516,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=775,2014-12-15T05:09:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22802734#p22802734"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Zechaslavia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22798608#p22798608"">wrote</a>:</cite>OCC: Well they didn't really join me but we all decided to merge into one nation (similar to the UK) because of the growing tensions around us</div></blockquote><br/>Swiss would never merge. If you invaded Switzerland you'd be flattened in your economy, plus your attacking force would die of mountain warfare.</div></blockquote><br/>occ: yep that's one of the main reasons I played Switzerland in the ww1 RP I conquered out Italy and then owned Frances face in but if I was invaded I would always have the protection of those mountains"
12517,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=775,2014-12-15T05:10:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Butballs <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22803708#p22803708"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22803696#p22803696"">wrote</a>:</cite>China slowly becomes the most equal country in the world with a 20$ (don't know what it would be in Chinese currency) minimum wage, racism and sexism slowly becoming crimes, many American rights are incorporated into china but we remain a communist nation.the Chinese pull out of wadyia calling the invasion a fear tactic</div></blockquote><br/><br/>123.86 ¥<br/>(Chinease Yuan)</div></blockquote><br/>thanks"
12518,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=775,2014-12-15T05:15:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"BREAKING NEWS!<br/><br/>Parts of Europe have accepted the Soviet Unions offer to merge, citing the British invasions of the WEU and their bad economies as reasons. The nations that have merged are:<br/><br/>Estonia(albeit reluctantly and wanting lots of autonomy)<br/>Latvia(albeit reluctantly and wanting lots of autonomy)<br/>Lithuania(albeit reluctantly and wanting lots of autonomy)<br/>Western Ukraine(albeit reluctantly and wanting lots of autonomy)<br/>Moldova<br/>Poland<br/>Czech Republic<br/>Slovakia<br/>Austria(albeit reluctantly and wanting lots of autonomy)<br/>Hungary<br/><br/>All others have declined."
12519,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=775,2014-12-15T05:16:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22803727#p22803727"">wrote</a>:</cite>BREAKING NEWS!<br/><br/>Parts of Europe have accepted the Soviet Unions offer to merge, citing the British invasions of the WEU and their bad economies as reasons. The nations that have merged are:<br/><br/>Estonia(albeit reluctantly and wanting lots of autonomy)<br/>Latvia(albeit reluctantly and wanting lots of autonomy)<br/>Lithuania(albeit reluctantly and wanting lots of autonomy)<br/>Western Ukraine(albeit reluctantly and wanting lots of autonomy)<br/>Moldova<br/>Poland<br/>Czech Republic<br/>Slovakia<br/>Austria(albeit reluctantly and wanting lots of autonomy)<br/>Hungary<br/><br/>All others have declined.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>occ: I will update the map again around 3 today"
12520,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=775,2014-12-15T05:20:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"I'm also working on a map of nations Russia recognizes as official. China and the WEU are official, along with parts of Korea and the Danish Union."
12521,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=775,2014-12-15T05:24:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"The USSR asks for a joint Venus landing with China, and maybe a Mercury and Pluto one after that."
12522,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=775,2014-12-15T05:29:00,Badassistanian,"China agrees but keep the focus on Venus. New suits are made to withstand the temp. and deadly atmosphere of Venus, ships that wont crumple up due to the pressure are also being produced and tested."
12523,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=775,2014-12-15T05:29:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"Eurasian Economic Union<br/><br/>Members:<br/>Soviet Union<br/>Korea<br/>Danish Union<br/>China<br/><br/>INVITED:<br/><br/>Everyone on the European and Asian continents.<br/><br/>INFO:<br/>Please tell me you are joining via Telegram. All members of the EEU will get good trading deals with each other, ability to trade sanction-free, and receive Economic, Military, and Rescue aid."
12524,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=775,2014-12-15T05:29:00,Bendicion,"The Union hears USSRs plea,but they attacked us provokingly,it is a dsgrace if we retreat,this will be our last war in European soil.We will take control,train them in British government ways and then leave peacefully.We assure you that.We have word of honor.<br/><br/>The Spanish president is captured by UK forves attempting to escape to Cuba,but resistance goes berserk.<br/>The Portugeese south of Tagum River is overran.There are now two Portugals,South Protugal and Republica de Portugal.<br/>12,000 troops died."
12525,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=775,2014-12-15T05:30:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"We invite everyone to take part in the Friendship Games 2019!<br/><br/>Modern Pentathlon<br/>Football(Or soccer, as Americans would call it)<br/>Rugby(A game similar to your own American Football Americans)<br/>Golf<br/>Tennis<br/>Ice Skating<br/>Ice Hockey<br/>Boating<br/>Rapid Riding<br/>Tug of War<br/>Cricket<br/>Table Tennis<br/>Triathlon<br/>Weightlifting<br/>Gymnastics<br/>Judo<br/>Fencing<br/>Boxing<br/>Basketball<br/>Badminton<br/>Athletics<br/>Archery<br/>Equestrian Racing<br/>Volleyball(indoor)<br/>Cycling(indoor)<br/>Cycling(outdoor)<br/>Canoe<br/>Water Polo<br/>Swimming<br/>Diving<br/><br/>Nations that are taking part:<br/>Soviet Union<br/>Korea<br/>Danish Union<br/>China<br/>Nigeria<br/>Western European Union<br/><br/>WHEN IT WILL TAKE PLACE: When we reach Page 38<br/><br/>UK is also invited, despite the war."
12526,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=775,2014-12-15T05:31:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bendicion <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22803775#p22803775"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Union hears USSRs plea,but they attacked us provokingly,it is a dsgrace if we retreat,this will be our last war in European soil.We will take control,train them in British government ways and then leave peacefully.We assure you that.We have word of honor.<br/><br/>The Spanish president is captured by UK forves attempting to escape to Cuba,but resistance goes berserk.<br/>The Portugeese south of Tagum River is overran.There are now two Portugals,South Protugal and Republica de Portugal.<br/>12,000 troops died.</div></blockquote><br/>we tell the UK to back of or risk possible invasion"
12527,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=775,2014-12-15T05:33:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bendicion <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22803775#p22803775"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Union hears USSRs plea,but they attacked us provokingly,it is a dsgrace if we retreat,this will be our last war in European soil.We will take control,train them in British government ways and then leave peacefully.We assure you that.We have word of honor.<br/><br/>The Spanish president is captured by UK forves attempting to escape to Cuba,but resistance goes berserk.<br/>The Portugeese south of Tagum River is overran.There are now two Portugals,South Protugal and Republica de Portugal.<br/>12,000 troops died.</div></blockquote><br/>We understand."
12528,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=775,2014-12-15T05:40:00,Bendicion,"The Union attacks Madrid from all sides,all of spain except North and East has been conquered with some skrimishes.The Union force of 17,400 circle the city against 38,170 defenders.Bombers fly over and attack dealing great damage to the historic city.<br/><br/>The Union Navy bombards Portigese fires acrossthe Tagum river,a 2,500 invasion force is sent.<br/><br/>The Union calls to China that the Spanish waged provokingly.We in national honor decided to attack.We will just correct Spains ways,train them in ideals of democracy and as am ally,then give them.independence when they have completed knowing democracy in British ways."
12529,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=775,2014-12-15T05:42:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bendicion <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22803822#p22803822"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Union attacks Madrid from all sides,all of spain except North and East has been conquered with some skrimishes.The Union force of 17,400 circle the city against 38,170 defenders.Bombers fly over and attack dealing great damage to the historic city.<br/><br/>The Union Navy bombards Portigese fires acrossthe Tagum river,a 2,500 invasion force is sent.<br/><br/>The Union calls to China that the Spanish waged provokingly.We in national honor decided to attack.We will just correct Spains ways,train them in ideals of democracy and as am ally,then give them.independence when they have completed knowing democracy in British ways.</div></blockquote><br/>Do you wish to join the Friendship Games?"
12530,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=775,2014-12-15T05:43:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bendicion <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22803822#p22803822"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Union attacks Madrid from all sides,all of spain except North and East has been conquered with some skrimishes.The Union force of 17,400 circle the city against 38,170 defenders.Bombers fly over and attack dealing great damage to the historic city.<br/><br/>The Union Navy bombards Portigese fires acrossthe Tagum river,a 2,500 invasion force is sent.<br/><br/>The Union calls to China that the Spanish waged provokingly.We in national honor decided to attack.We will just correct Spains ways,train them in ideals of democracy and as am ally,then give them.independence when they have completed knowing democracy in British ways.</div></blockquote><br/>the Chinese government reviews what the English said and agree to allow the attack to continue"
12531,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=775,2014-12-15T05:45:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"And Bendicion, Spain and Portugal were part of the WEU. I won't hesitate to fire missiles at Northern England if the WEU complains.<br/><br/>IC:<br/><br/>The Soviet High Command places Durham, Newcastle, Edinburgh, Aberdeen, Inverness, Glasgow, Thurso, Carlisle, Manchester, Liverpool, Sheffield, and York as targets for bombing and missiling if the WEU complains."
12532,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=775,2014-12-15T05:53:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"BREAKING NEWS:<br/><br/>Mikhail Gorbachev has resigned. He has been replaced by Vladimir Volkov, previous Commissar of Infrastructure & the Environment."
12533,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=775,2014-12-15T05:56:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/eAIxBEv.jpg""/><br/><br/>Map of claims Russia recognizes."
12534,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=775,2014-12-15T06:14:00,Gyrenaica,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">National African Radio Network</span><br/>""It seems that our federation has basically become the sole power of Africa and yet persists in growing. Though such nations as Sudan, Egypt, Rwanda, and guinea do not want to join us, the government says that Africa will be united by 2022.""<br/>""And I believe it. Just today the island nations of Cape Verde, Seychelles, São Tomé and Principe, Comoros, and Mauritius have applied to join The Federation. Other applicants whom wish to join peacefully the Canary Islands, whom seceded from Spain just yesterday; the Madiera Islands whom seceded from Portugal 3 days ago; Malawi, and Zambia.""<br/>""Yes and the government is also working on purchasing the island of Reunion from France and Algeria and morocco from Britain.""<br/><br/><br/>LETTERS:<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: whom it may concern in the British parliament<br/>My friends, I, president of the Democratic Federation of United African Republics, wish to purchase your colonies of Algeria and Morocco. They are rightfully African and I am sure they'd love to join us in a peaceful transition. <br/>Your friend, Ichanga Sarima.</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: leaders of the French government<br/>I write to you today in hopes of being able to purchase Reunion and any other African colonies you maybe have. I can and will pay handsomely if you agree. Please let us do so as we only wish to united Africa. <br/>Signed, Ichanga Sarima.</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: leaders of the American government<br/>Hello my friends! I contact you today in hopes of entering stronger ties between our nations. I guess trying to be friends with China was a mistake, as you can see, so we turn to you. We wish to begin our relations by purchasing some military equipment. The National African Parlaiment has set aside $50 billion for this purchase. Please message me what you can sell and how much you have of them, along with the price per.</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Supreme Soviet of The USSR<br/>Hello friend, I wish enter much stronger relations today. We are already the founding members of the Alliance of Petroleum Exporting Nations and I am sure we can become best of friends. I wish to purchase some military equipment to help our upgrading of our military. We have $50 billion set aside for this upgrade.</blockquote>"
12535,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=775,2014-12-15T06:26:00,Badassistanian,Occ:Nigeria telegram me all things needing updated for you in the map
12536,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=775,2014-12-15T06:30:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"The City of Marxgrad is announced to become a Headquarters for the Red Army Asian divisions. Parts of the superior Red Navy and Red Air Force are already there, and hundreds of thousands of troops are being relocated to the town via the Trans-Siberian Railway, to protect our Asian republics."
12537,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=775,2014-12-15T06:44:00,Zechaslavia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22802734#p22802734"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Zechaslavia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22798608#p22798608"">wrote</a>:</cite>OCC: Well they didn't really join me but we all decided to merge into one nation (similar to the UK) because of the growing tensions around us</div></blockquote><br/>Swiss would never merge. If you invaded Switzerland you'd be flattened in your economy, plus your attacking force would die of mountain warfare.</div></blockquote><br/>Do you think every nation you assimilated or invaded would join you that easily? so why would little switzerland not want to join a nation with its same political views plus they still keep their identity, the WEU is similar to the UK in that way. So if were going to be this realistic then insurgencies have to start happening all over the middle east cause do you think muslims are just going to let an atheist nation roll into their holy land?"
12538,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=775,2014-12-15T06:45:00,Zechaslavia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22802718#p22802718"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Zechaslavia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22798259#p22798259"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC Sorry for replying late<br/>IC <br/>France politely denies Russias offer for an alliance due to their relations with china and chinas bad relations with our ally korea but we hope relations between our two nations increases. <br/>France also declares that it will attend the friendship games.<br/>In Libya the referendum is 67% join france as a colony and 33% said stay independent.</div></blockquote><br/>We're neutral with China and Korea.</div></blockquote><br/>WEU agrees to an alliance with Russia and a trade agreement with panama"
12539,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=775,2014-12-15T06:47:00,Zechaslavia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bendicion <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22803491#p22803491"">wrote</a>:</cite>Lebanon-British War comes to an end.The Union now administers The British Isles,Morrovco and Western Sahara,Algeria and Cyprus and last Lebanon and Gibraltar.<br/><br/>A incident occuered when Spanishffighter jet sunk a british transppet leading to 200 deaths.The British Parliament jointly declared war after 12 hours after attack.20,000 troops were deployed from Britain with an 80 ship fleet controlled by 45,000 sailors accompanied by 1,200 airmen.They encountered the Spanish Armada and battles are occuring.Another invasion force was made against The Balearic Islands and Andorra by 3,000 troops altogether.<br/><br/>Forces from Gibraltar attacked with 50 tanks and 6,000 troops.An invasion force from Algeria with 5,000 Algerian soldiers are being sent.<br/><br/>San Marino is taken out of the list of possible acquisitions.</div></blockquote><br/>We own Gibraltar, spain, Portugal and Andorra! They arnt independent they are part of the WEU and you didn't even give me a chance to fight back"
12540,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=800,2014-12-15T06:55:00,Zechaslavia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22803774#p22803774"">wrote</a>:</cite>Eurasian Economic Union<br/><br/>Members:<br/>Soviet Union<br/>Korea<br/>Danish Union<br/>China<br/><br/>INVITED:<br/><br/>Everyone on the European and Asian continents.<br/><br/>INFO:<br/>Please tell me you are joining via Telegram. All members of the EEU will get good trading deals with each other, ability to trade sanction-free, and receive Economic, Military, and Rescue aid.</div></blockquote><br/>WEU agrees to join the EEU and to attend the friendship games"
12541,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=800,2014-12-15T06:56:00,Zechaslavia,Referendums are held in Germany and Italy today to find out if the people want to join the WEU
12542,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=800,2014-12-15T07:02:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,OOC: Germany should definitely say no. It's a major nation someone could take.
12543,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=800,2014-12-15T07:05:00,Zechaslavia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22804207#p22804207"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: Germany should definitely say no. It's a major nation someone could take.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: But why would they, France is a major nation but they joined the WEU plus I can say the same with nations you occupy (for example india). its more likely Germany would join the WEU than india would become communist and join the soviet union"
12544,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=800,2014-12-15T07:09:00,Bendicion,"The Unionbtakes Madrid,and raises the Union Jack.Lisbon is taken back by Portugese fighters.Uk suretreats from there.<br/>Gilbraltar,is a british land colony from the start!"
12545,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=800,2014-12-15T07:09:00,Badassistanian,Occ: wait until after the update to make any more territorial changes
12546,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=800,2014-12-15T07:09:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Zechaslavia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22804123#p22804123"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22802734#p22802734"">wrote</a>:</cite>Swiss would never merge. If you invaded Switzerland you'd be flattened in your economy, plus your attacking force would die of mountain warfare.</div></blockquote><br/>Do you think every nation you assimilated or invaded would join you that easily? so why would little switzerland not want to join a nation with its same political views plus they still keep their identity, the WEU is similar to the UK in that way. So if were going to be this realistic then insurgencies have to start happening all over the middle east cause do you think muslims are just going to let an atheist nation roll into their holy land?</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: This Soviet Union currently doesn't have a national religion, and has a Mixed religion. The Swiss just wouldn't. The fact they have most of the banks holding millionaires fortunes is enough to ward off Capitalist invaders, and it wards off non-Capitalists by the fact Switzerland also holds some Government fortunes. The Swiss also have a army that would practically retreat into mountain fortresses and kill all the invaders when they went through mountain passes. Togeria/Agrium can decide.<br/>Also,<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/India%E2%80%93Russia_relations#Soviet_Union_and_India"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/India%E2%8 ... _and_India</a>"
12547,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=800,2014-12-15T07:10:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Zechaslavia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22804216#p22804216"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22804207#p22804207"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: Germany should definitely say no. It's a major nation someone could take.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: But why would they, France is a major nation but they joined the WEU plus I can say the same with nations you occupy (for example india). its more likely Germany would join the WEU than india would become communist and join the soviet union</div></blockquote><br/>Because I've also just checked the OOC thread and someones taken it already."
12548,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=800,2014-12-15T07:11:00,Zechaslavia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bendicion <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22804235#p22804235"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Unionbtakes Madrid,and raises the Union Jack.Lisbon is taken back by Portugese fighters.Uk suretreats from there.<br/>Gilbraltar,is a british land colony from the start!</div></blockquote><br/>Then why did you invade it! Regardless you invaded your own ally!"
12549,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=800,2014-12-15T07:14:00,Zechaslavia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22804241#p22804241"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Zechaslavia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22804123#p22804123"">wrote</a>:</cite>Do you think every nation you assimilated or invaded would join you that easily? so why would little switzerland not want to join a nation with its same political views plus they still keep their identity, the WEU is similar to the UK in that way. So if were going to be this realistic then insurgencies have to start happening all over the middle east cause do you think muslims are just going to let an atheist nation roll into their holy land?</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: This Soviet Union currently doesn't have a national religion, and has a Mixed religion. The Swiss just wouldn't. The fact they have most of the banks holding millionaires fortunes is enough to ward off Capitalist invaders, and it wards off non-Capitalists by the fact Switzerland also holds some Government fortunes. The Swiss also have a army that would practically retreat into mountain fortresses and kill all the invaders when they went through mountain passes. Togeria/Agrium can decide.<br/>Also, <a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/India%E2%80%93Russia_relations#Soviet_Union_and_India"" rel=""nofollow"">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/India%E2%8 ... _and_India</a></div></blockquote><br/>OHH so that's why you don't want me to own it cause of the swiss bank accounts<img alt="";)"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_wink.gif"" title=""Wink""/>and no I already claimed Switzerland, i posted already that they said they would join so they are part of the WEU cause ""The swiss just wouldn't"" is not a good enough answer"
12550,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=800,2014-12-15T07:14:00,Zechaslavia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22804244#p22804244"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Zechaslavia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22804216#p22804216"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: But why would they, France is a major nation but they joined the WEU plus I can say the same with nations you occupy (for example india). its more likely Germany would join the WEU than india would become communist and join the soviet union</div></blockquote><br/>Because I've also just checked the OOC thread and someones taken it already.</div></blockquote><br/>That person left along with italy"
12551,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=800,2014-12-15T07:16:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Gyrenaica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22803970#p22803970"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">National African Radio Network</span><br/>""It seems that our federation has basically become the sole power of Africa and yet persists in growing. Though such nations as Sudan, Egypt, Rwanda, and guinea do not want to join us, the government says that Africa will be united by 2022.""<br/>""And I believe it. Just today the island nations of Cape Verde, Seychelles, São Tomé and Principe, Comoros, and Mauritius have applied to join The Federation. Other applicants whom wish to join peacefully the Canary Islands, whom seceded from Spain just yesterday; the Madiera Islands whom seceded from Portugal 3 days ago; Malawi, and Zambia.""<br/>""Yes and the government is also working on purchasing the island of Reunion from France and Algeria and morocco from Britain.""<br/><br/><br/>LETTERS:<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: whom it may concern in the British parliament<br/>My friends, I, president of the Democratic Federation of United African Republics, wish to purchase your colonies of Algeria and Morocco. They are rightfully African and I am sure they'd love to join us in a peaceful transition. <br/>Your friend, Ichanga Sarima.</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: leaders of the French government<br/>I write to you today in hopes of being able to purchase Reunion and any other African colonies you maybe have. I can and will pay handsomely if you agree. Please let us do so as we only wish to united Africa. <br/>Signed, Ichanga Sarima.</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: leaders of the American government<br/>Hello my friends! I contact you today in hopes of entering stronger ties between our nations. I guess trying to be friends with China was a mistake, as you can see, so we turn to you. We wish to begin our relations by purchasing some military equipment. The National African Parlaiment has set aside $50 billion for this purchase. Please message me what you can sell and how much you have of them, along with the price per.</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Supreme Soviet of The USSR<br/>Hello friend, I wish enter much stronger relations today. We are already the founding members of the Alliance of Petroleum Exporting Nations and I am sure we can become best of friends. I wish to purchase some military equipment to help our upgrading of our military. We have $50 billion set aside for this upgrade.</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Nigerian Government<br/><br/>Hello,<br/><br/>First of all, we congratulate you on uniting most of Africa in a Federation! Second of all, we agree to much stronger relations. We also will let you purchase Military equipment. Here's a list of things we have for sale:<br/>Transport Aircraft<br/>Fighter Aircraft<br/>Bomber Aircraft<br/>Passenger Aircraft(You can use these to move high-ranking officials around and for high-ranking commanders to fly to your Military Headquarters)<br/>Guns<br/>Other Weapons<br/>Armoured Vehicles<br/>Tanks<br/>Cars<br/>Trucks<br/>Patrol Boats<br/>Aircraft Carriers<br/>Battleships<br/>Cruise Missiles<br/>Atomic Weapons(Low amounts of power, not Thermonuclear, must be carried by planes as they are not warheads)<br/><br/>From,<br/><br/>Supreme Soviet of the Soviet Union</blockquote><br/><br/>OOC:<br/><br/>Well then France, I have no objections to you owning Germany and Italy. I was using the bank accounts to prove the Swiss could quite easily defend themselves from being invaded by using the threat of the collapse of major industries or governments. Togeria/Agrium(can't remember name) can decide."
12552,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=800,2014-12-15T07:17:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Zechaslavia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22804257#p22804257"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Bendicion <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22804235#p22804235"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Unionbtakes Madrid,and raises the Union Jack.Lisbon is taken back by Portugese fighters.Uk suretreats from there.<br/>Gilbraltar,is a british land colony from the start!</div></blockquote><br/>Then why did you invade it! Regardless you invaded your own ally!</div></blockquote><br/><br/>We offer the Western European Union help if they wish to counterattack."
12553,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=800,2014-12-15T07:19:00,Bendicion,"We invaded Spain and Southern Portugal from Algeria,Gibraltar and Morroco.How about we merge?"
12554,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=800,2014-12-15T07:19:00,Zechaslavia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22804290#p22804290"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Gyrenaica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22803970#p22803970"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">National African Radio Network</span><br/>""It seems that our federation has basically become the sole power of Africa and yet persists in growing. Though such nations as Sudan, Egypt, Rwanda, and guinea do not want to join us, the government says that Africa will be united by 2022.""<br/>""And I believe it. Just today the island nations of Cape Verde, Seychelles, São Tomé and Principe, Comoros, and Mauritius have applied to join The Federation. Other applicants whom wish to join peacefully the Canary Islands, whom seceded from Spain just yesterday; the Madiera Islands whom seceded from Portugal 3 days ago; Malawi, and Zambia.""<br/>""Yes and the government is also working on purchasing the island of Reunion from France and Algeria and morocco from Britain.""<br/><br/><br/>LETTERS:<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: whom it may concern in the British parliament<br/>My friends, I, president of the Democratic Federation of United African Republics, wish to purchase your colonies of Algeria and Morocco. They are rightfully African and I am sure they'd love to join us in a peaceful transition. <br/>Your friend, Ichanga Sarima.</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: leaders of the French government<br/>I write to you today in hopes of being able to purchase Reunion and any other African colonies you maybe have. I can and will pay handsomely if you agree. Please let us do so as we only wish to united Africa. <br/>Signed, Ichanga Sarima.</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: leaders of the American government<br/>Hello my friends! I contact you today in hopes of entering stronger ties between our nations. I guess trying to be friends with China was a mistake, as you can see, so we turn to you. We wish to begin our relations by purchasing some military equipment. The National African Parlaiment has set aside $50 billion for this purchase. Please message me what you can sell and how much you have of them, along with the price per.</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Supreme Soviet of The USSR<br/>Hello friend, I wish enter much stronger relations today. We are already the founding members of the Alliance of Petroleum Exporting Nations and I am sure we can become best of friends. I wish to purchase some military equipment to help our upgrading of our military. We have $50 billion set aside for this upgrade.</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Nigerian Government<br/><br/>Hello,<br/><br/>First of all, we congratulate you on uniting most of Africa in a Federation! Second of all, we agree to much stronger relations. We also will let you purchase Military equipment. Here's a list of things we have for sale:<br/>Transport Aircraft<br/>Fighter Aircraft<br/>Bomber Aircraft<br/>Passenger Aircraft(You can use these to move high-ranking officials around and for high-ranking commanders to fly to your Military Headquarters)<br/>Guns<br/>Other Weapons<br/>Armoured Vehicles<br/>Tanks<br/>Cars<br/>Trucks<br/>Patrol Boats<br/>Aircraft Carriers<br/>Battleships<br/>Cruise Missiles<br/>Atomic Weapons(Low amounts of power, not Thermonuclear, must be carried by planes as they are not warheads)<br/><br/>From,<br/><br/>Supreme Soviet of the Soviet Union</blockquote><br/><br/>OOC:<br/><br/>Well then France, I have no objections to you owning Germany and Italy. I was using the bank accounts to prove the Swiss could quite easily defend themselves from being invaded by using the threat of the collapse of major industries or governments. Togeria/Agrium(can't remember name) can decide.</div></blockquote><br/>Badassistan said that hes ok with my land claims plus it only makes sense that you want Switzerland for their vast amount of money plus look at your territorial claims compared to mine"
12555,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=800,2014-12-15T07:20:00,Zechaslavia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bendicion <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22804304#p22804304"">wrote</a>:</cite>We invaded Spain and Southern Portugal from Algeria,Gibraltar and Morroco.How about we merge?</div></blockquote><br/>But those were already my nations"
12556,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=800,2014-12-15T07:21:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Zechaslavia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22804309#p22804309"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22804290#p22804290"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Nigerian Government<br/><br/>Hello,<br/><br/>First of all, we congratulate you on uniting most of Africa in a Federation! Second of all, we agree to much stronger relations. We also will let you purchase Military equipment. Here's a list of things we have for sale:<br/>Transport Aircraft<br/>Fighter Aircraft<br/>Bomber Aircraft<br/>Passenger Aircraft(You can use these to move high-ranking officials around and for high-ranking commanders to fly to your Military Headquarters)<br/>Guns<br/>Other Weapons<br/>Armoured Vehicles<br/>Tanks<br/>Cars<br/>Trucks<br/>Patrol Boats<br/>Aircraft Carriers<br/>Battleships<br/>Cruise Missiles<br/>Atomic Weapons(Low amounts of power, not Thermonuclear, must be carried by planes as they are not warheads)<br/><br/>From,<br/><br/>Supreme Soviet of the Soviet Union</blockquote><br/><br/>OOC:<br/><br/>Well then France, I have no objections to you owning Germany and Italy. I was using the bank accounts to prove the Swiss could quite easily defend themselves from being invaded by using the threat of the collapse of major industries or governments. Togeria/Agrium(can't remember name) can decide.</div></blockquote><br/>Badassistan said that hes ok with my land claims plus it only makes sense that you want Switzerland for their vast amount of money plus look at your territorial claims compared to mine</div></blockquote><br/><br/>A: China isn't a game OP last time I checked.<br/>B: No, I am putting up a reasonable argument.<br/>C: I have contacted a real game OP, Togeria, to sort this out."
12557,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=800,2014-12-15T07:24:00,Bendicion,"The UK is confused as USSR recognized the attacks earlier.Nonetheless we are now ruling quietly democratically Spain,but we withdraw from Portugal.<br/>Lands of the UK are:(accrding to acquisition)<br/>The British Isles<br/>Gibraltar<br/>Algeria<br/>Morroco<br/>Western Sahara<br/>Cyprus<br/>Lebanon<br/>And last is Spain.(which is still to be discussed<br/>The Union expects a possible merge with WEU."
12558,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=800,2014-12-15T07:25:00,Badassistanian,Guys calm down
12559,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=800,2014-12-15T07:30:00,Zechaslavia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bendicion <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22804346#p22804346"">wrote</a>:</cite>The UK is confused as USSR recognized the attacks earlier.Nonetheless we are now ruling quietly democratically Spain,but we withdraw from Portugal.<br/>Lands of the UK are:(accrding to acquisition)<br/>The British Isles<br/>Gibraltar<br/>Algeria<br/>Morroco<br/>Western Sahara<br/>Cyprus<br/>Lebanon<br/>And last is Spain.(which is still to be discussed<br/>The Union expects a possible merge with WEU.</div></blockquote><br/>WEU will not tolerate this and demands that Britain compensates for the invasion before any talks of a merge"
12560,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=800,2014-12-15T07:34:00,Zechaslavia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22804325#p22804325"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Zechaslavia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22804309#p22804309"">wrote</a>:</cite>Badassistan said that hes ok with my land claims plus it only makes sense that you want Switzerland for their vast amount of money plus look at your territorial claims compared to mine</div></blockquote><br/><br/>A: China isn't a game OP last time I checked.<br/>B: No, I am putting up a reasonable argument.<br/>C: I have contacted a real game OP, Togeria, to sort this out.</div></blockquote><br/>A. Chinas inchagre of the map<br/>B.""the swiss just wouldn't"" is a bad point and I can say ""The (place nations name here) just wouldn't with any nation you conquered or anyone else in that case<br/>C. Ok we will see what he has to say cause I have every right to own switzerlnd"
12561,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=800,2014-12-15T07:35:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22804351#p22804351"">wrote</a>:</cite>Guys calm down</div></blockquote><br/>I will, just Zechaslavia is accusing me of wanting the Swiss's money just for mentioning that Swiss banks store most of the money of millionaires and billionaires, when I just brought it up as a point that the Swiss could easily fend off an invasion by toppling industries, and they still aren't calm after I contacted Togeria.<br/><br/>Also Zechaslavia, did you read the link I sent you?"
12562,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=800,2014-12-15T07:37:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Zechaslavia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22804216#p22804216"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22804207#p22804207"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: Germany should definitely say no. It's a major nation someone could take.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: But why would they, France is a major nation but they joined the WEU plus I can say the same with nations you occupy (for example india). its more likely Germany would join the WEU than india would become communist and join the soviet union</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: Germany is strongest nation in Europe, it can protect itself."
12563,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=800,2014-12-15T07:38:00,Bendicion,Bendicion offers $1.2 T -7.9T.
12564,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=800,2014-12-15T07:39:00,Togeria,"OOC: if it calms everyone calms down, Zech can have Switzerland."
12565,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=825,2014-12-15T07:39:00,Zechaslavia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22804435#p22804435"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22804351#p22804351"">wrote</a>:</cite>Guys calm down</div></blockquote><br/>I will, just Zechaslavia is accusing me of wanting the Swiss's money just for mentioning that Swiss banks store most of the money of millionaires and billionaires, when I just brought it up as a point that the Swiss could easily fend off an invasion by toppling industries, and they still aren't calm after I contacted Togeria.<br/><br/>Also Zechaslavia, did you read the link I sent you?</div></blockquote><br/>Well what other reason why you would want me not to have Switzerland and I never once mentioned an invasion, they agreed to merge"
12566,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=825,2014-12-15T07:40:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22804466#p22804466"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: if it calms everyone calms down, Zech can have Switzerland.</div></blockquote><br/>Fine by me. I just wanted to get a ruling from a Game OP."
12567,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=825,2014-12-15T07:41:00,Zechaslavia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22804476#p22804476"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22804466#p22804466"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: if it calms everyone calms down, Zech can have Switzerland.</div></blockquote><br/>Fine by me. I just wanted to get a ruling from a Game OP.</div></blockquote><br/>I don't see what the big deal about me having Switzerland is tho :/<br/>And just saying WEU and the UK are probably the mist powerful nations in Europe plus Russia too"
12568,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=825,2014-12-15T07:42:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Zechaslavia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22804490#p22804490"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22804476#p22804476"">wrote</a>:</cite>Fine by me. I just wanted to get a ruling from a Game OP.</div></blockquote><br/>I don't see what the big deal about me having Switzerland is tho :/<br/>And just saying WEU and the UK are probably the mist powerful nations in Europe plus Russia too</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: The EU practically depends on America for its Military IRL."
12569,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=825,2014-12-15T07:43:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Zechaslavia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22804468#p22804468"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22804435#p22804435"">wrote</a>:</cite>I will, just Zechaslavia is accusing me of wanting the Swiss's money just for mentioning that Swiss banks store most of the money of millionaires and billionaires, when I just brought it up as a point that the Swiss could easily fend off an invasion by toppling industries, and they still aren't calm after I contacted Togeria.<br/><br/>Also Zechaslavia, did you read the link I sent you?</div></blockquote><br/>Well what other reason why you would want me not to have Switzerland and I never once mentioned an invasion, they agreed to merge</div></blockquote><br/>Same with me and India."
12570,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=825,2014-12-15T07:45:00,Zechaslavia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22804503#p22804503"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Zechaslavia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22804468#p22804468"">wrote</a>:</cite>Well what other reason why you would want me not to have Switzerland and I never once mentioned an invasion, they agreed to merge</div></blockquote><br/>Same with me and India.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC Then I honestly don't see why it was a big deal that I claimed Switzerland<br/>Also most countries in the EU are part of NATO so Americas their ally, also Britain, france Germany have some of the strongest militaries in the world"
12571,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=825,2014-12-15T07:46:00,Bendicion,"As compensation,the UK will pay war indemnity of 1.2T dollars and addtional 2.5T dollars for those affected.<br/><br/>Once again UK experiences riots."
12572,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=825,2014-12-15T07:55:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"OOC: Togeria, can Korea do some moves to make the game more exciting?"
12573,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=825,2014-12-15T07:58:00,Bendicion,The Union wishes to join Soccer and Basketball of friendship games with our many players.
12574,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=825,2014-12-15T07:58:00,Bendicion,The Union wishes to join Soccer and Basketball of friendship games with our many players.
12575,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=825,2014-12-15T08:00:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bendicion <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22804650#p22804650"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Union wishes to join Soccer and Basketball of friendship games with our many players.</div></blockquote><br/>Sure!"
12576,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=825,2014-12-15T08:01:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"Eurasian Economic Union<br/><br/>Members:<br/>Soviet Union<br/>Korea<br/>Danish Union<br/>China<br/>Western European Union<br/><br/>INVITED:<br/><br/>Everyone on the European and Asian continents.<br/><br/>INFO:<br/>Please tell me you are joining via Telegram. All members of the EEU will get good trading deals with each other, ability to trade sanction-free, and receive Economic, Military, and Rescue aid."
12577,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=825,2014-12-15T08:02:00,Bendicion,"He Union makes aalgeria a Christian nation with a strong economy and bustling oil industry.From oil,UK builds in Algeria modern indistries like tourists spots,construction and beaches.We eye making Algeria turn awau from oil industry only."
12578,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=825,2014-12-15T08:05:00,Badassistanian,China begins to build a new economy based on more socialist veiws. This includes allowing some competition between companies.
12579,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=825,2014-12-15T08:08:00,Badassistanian,Occ:6 hours until I can update the map
12580,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=825,2014-12-15T08:30:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"We invite everyone to take part in the Friendship Games 2019!<br/><br/>Modern Pentathlon<br/>Football(Or soccer, as Americans would call it)<br/>Rugby(A game similar to your own American Football Americans)<br/>Golf<br/>Tennis<br/>Ice Skating<br/>Ice Hockey<br/>Boating<br/>Rapid Riding<br/>Tug of War<br/>Cricket<br/>Table Tennis<br/>Triathlon<br/>Weightlifting<br/>Gymnastics<br/>Judo<br/>Fencing<br/>Boxing<br/>Basketball<br/>Badminton<br/>Athletics<br/>Archery<br/>Equestrian Racing<br/>Volleyball(indoor)<br/>Cycling(indoor)<br/>Cycling(outdoor)<br/>Canoe<br/>Water Polo<br/>Swimming<br/>Diving<br/><br/>Nations that are taking part:<br/>Soviet Union(Ice Skating, Cycling(outdoor), Ice Hockey, Triathlon)<br/>Korea(Judo, Swimming, Archery, Basketball)<br/>Danish Union(Athletics, Fencing, Canoeing)<br/>China(Gymnastics, Judo, Tennis, Weightlifting)<br/>Nigeria(Weightlifting, Tug of War, Athletics, Boxing)<br/>United Kingdom(Football(Soccer), Basketball)<br/><br/>Anyway, LET THE GAMES, BEGIN!<br/><br/>Points for Medals:<br/><br/>Gold Medal - 3 Points<br/>Silver Medal - 2 Points<br/>Bronze Medal - 1 Points<br/><br/>To decide the winner I will use a random name picker 18 times. If a nation ties with another, one will win based off their specialization. All results will be genuine, so do not complain please. Some events will be automatically won by nations due to their place on the sport charts.<br/><br/>FIRST EVENT IS, MODERN PENTATHON!<br/><br/>1. Korea<br/>2. United Kingdom<br/>3. China<br/>4. Soviet Union<br/>5. Korea<br/>6. Nigeria<br/>7. Soviet Union<br/>8. Soviet Union<br/>9. Danish Union<br/>10. United Kingdom<br/>11. Nigeria<br/>12. China<br/>13. Korea<br/>14. Soviet Union<br/>15. Danish Union<br/>16. Nigeria<br/>17. Nigeria<br/>18. United Kingdom<br/><br/>Soviet Union = 4<br/>Korea = 3<br/>Danish Union = 2<br/>China = 2<br/>Nigeria = 4<br/>United Kingdom = 3<br/><br/>! It looks like we're going to need a match between the two who just tied!<br/><br/>The winner on the last match was...<br/><br/>Soviet Union!<br/><br/>(Trust me, it was real close, it just missed Nigeria twice by going into China)<br/><br/>RANKINGS:<br/><br/>Soviet Union - 1st<br/>Nigeria - 2nd<br/>United Kingdom - 3rd(Won in a decider match with Korea)<br/><br/>RANKINGS OVERALL:<br/><br/>Soviet Union - 3<br/>Nigeria - 2<br/>UK - 1"
12581,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=825,2014-12-15T08:37:00,Badassistanian,China is disappointed in our loss
12582,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=825,2014-12-15T08:39:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,Soccer will be held after 3 posts are made.
12583,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=825,2014-12-15T08:40:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22804940#p22804940"">wrote</a>:</cite>China is disappointed in our loss</div></blockquote><br/>Don't worry, you tied with the Danes. You still have a chance to win other events!"
12584,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=825,2014-12-15T09:05:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"We invite both Korea and China to a Soviet-Sino-Korean Foreign Relations meeting in Vladivostok. Here, we will be able to discuss our ideas on how to improve relations!"
12585,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=825,2014-12-15T09:52:00,Great Britain and Belgium,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Wellington, New Zealand</span><br/><br/>Following the Australian Empire's invasion of neighboring New Zealand, thousands of troops stormed the parliament in Wellington. The Prime Minister, John Key, was found meeting with an emergency defense committee. 30 troops stormed the small room where the meeting was taking place. A man in a dark suit walked in with a document and pen. He slammed them both on the table in front of Mr. Key. The man, who was holding a gun at the PM's head, demanded that the document declaring New Zealand's surrender be signed or that he be killed. After reading over the document the Prime Minister signed the document.<br/>Immediately following the bells of the church near Parliament were being rung by Pro-Australia supporters. John Key and his government have been exiled to Brazil.<br/>The news soon filtered through to Canberra, where President Abbot was delighted about the news. In Sydney various displays of fireworks took place, whilst thousands flooded the streets partying.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Indian Ocean<br/>1,600 Nautical Miles from Madagascar</span><br/><br/>The fleet of some 10-20 ships was several thousand miles into their journey and were sure to reach the east coast of Madagascar within the next few hours. Troops were getting prepared, Commanders were looking through the plan of Operation Lemur. The air force was ensuring all aircraft were loaded and ready to carry out bombing raids."
12586,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=825,2014-12-15T09:55:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"The KGB is deployed in Australia as the Soviet Union grows wary of the Australian ""Empire"" due to its invasion of New Zealand."
12587,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=825,2014-12-15T10:09:00,Badassistanian,China accepts to attend the meeting in russia
12588,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=825,2014-12-15T10:11:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"When the Chinese President lands he is shown the way to a fancy car which will take him to the meeting. Meanwhile, Vladimir Volkov waits in the Meeting Room.<br/><br/>OOC: Am about to run Football event! May the best player win!"
12589,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=825,2014-12-15T10:13:00,Badassistanian,The Chinese thank the Russians for the escort but the Chinese would like an armored car with the leaders own guards inside we want to protect him as much as possible
12590,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=850,2014-12-15T10:17:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"SECOND EVENT IS, FOOTBALL! Soccer for you Americans tuning in from the United States!<br/><br/>1. Korea<br/>2. United Kingdom<br/>3. United Kngdom<br/>4. Nigeria<br/>5. Danish Union<br/>6. Soviet Union<br/>7. China<br/>8. Korea<br/>9. China<br/>10. Danish Union<br/>11. United Kingdom<br/>12. Danish Union<br/>13. Korea<br/>14. United Kingdom<br/>15. China<br/>16. Danish Union<br/>17. Soviet Union<br/>18. Nigeria<br/><br/>Soviet Union = 2<br/>Korea = 3<br/>Danish Union = 4<br/>China = 3<br/>Nigeria = 2<br/>United Kingdom = 4<br/><br/>United Kingdom auto-wins over Danish Union because one of its specialized sports is Football. Korea wins in the decider match with China.<br/><br/>RANKINGS:<br/>United Kingdom - 1st<br/>Danish Union - 2nd<br/>Korea - 3rd<br/><br/>RANKINGS OVERALL:<br/><br/>Soviet Union - 3<br/>Nigeria - 2<br/>UK - 4<br/>China - 0<br/>Korea - 1<br/>Danish Union - 2<br/><br/>The English crowds roar in delight watching TV at home, pleased that their team have won."
12591,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=850,2014-12-15T10:18:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,Will update above soon.
12592,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=850,2014-12-15T10:33:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22805665#p22805665"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Chinese thank the Russians for the escort but the Chinese would like an armored car with the leaders own guards inside we want to protect him as much as possible</div></blockquote><br/>The Russian guards allow him to do so."
12593,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=850,2014-12-15T10:50:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"As all the cars pull up outside the meeting building, the Chinese President is let out of the car."
12594,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=850,2014-12-15T10:58:00,Badassistanian,Once again china is sad because of its loss
12595,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=850,2014-12-15T11:06:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"The Chinese President is ushered into the meeting room.<br/><br/>""Ahh, hello my good friend. Please do sit down, and we will start the meeting soon."" says Vladimir Volkov."
12596,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=850,2014-12-15T11:07:00,Badassistanian,The Chinese president takes his seat and asks for his guards to stand behind him
12597,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=850,2014-12-15T11:16:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"THIRD EVENT IS, RUGBY!<br/><br/>1. Korea<br/>2. China<br/>3. Nigeria<br/>4. China<br/>5. Danish Union<br/>6. Soviet Union<br/>7. United Kingdom<br/>8. United Kingdom<br/>9. Nigeria<br/>10. Danish Union<br/>11. United Kingdom<br/>12. Danish Union<br/>13. Korea<br/>14. China<br/>15. Soviet Union<br/>16. Danish Union<br/>17. United Kingdom<br/>18. United Kingdom<br/><br/>Soviet Union = 2<br/>Korea = 2<br/>Danish Union = 4<br/>China = 3<br/>Nigeria = 2<br/>United Kingdom = 5<br/><br/>RANKINGS:<br/>United Kingdom - 1st<br/>Danish Union - 2nd<br/>China - 3rd<br/><br/>RANKINGS OVERALL:<br/><br/>Soviet Union - 3<br/>Nigeria - 2<br/>UK - 7<br/>China - 1<br/>Korea - 1<br/>Danish Union - 4"
12598,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=850,2014-12-15T11:20:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22806083#p22806083"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Chinese president takes his seat and asks for his guards to stand behind him</div></blockquote><br/>""So, what do you think could be done to improve relations between the Soviet Union and China?"""
12599,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=850,2014-12-15T11:22:00,Badassistanian,Deleated
12600,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=850,2014-12-15T11:27:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,Deleted.
12601,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=850,2014-12-15T11:30:00,Badassistanian,Deleated
12602,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=850,2014-12-15T11:34:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,Deleted.
12603,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=850,2014-12-15T11:36:00,Badassistanian,Occ:sorry I thought you asked between china and korea<br/>IC: we feel to Improve relations with you trade needs to grow this means complex and long trade routes between our two countrys we also feel that the people in the area of India surrounded by china feel like they want to be a part of china so we are willing to buy
12604,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=850,2014-12-15T11:43:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22806334#p22806334"">wrote</a>:</cite>Occ:sorry I thought you asked between china and korea<br/>IC: we feel to Improve relations with you trade needs to grow this means complex and long trade routes between our two countrys we also feel that the people in the area of India surrounded by china feel like they want to be a part of china so we are willing to buy</div></blockquote><br/>""Ahh. We had an idea to use new Maglev freight trains on the Trans-Siberian, which will allow us to send freight to you easily without using ships or planes. The Siliguri Corridor we would wish to keep with us for a bit longer, to develop industries there, however if you want, we would price it at 250 Billion USD."""
12605,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=850,2014-12-15T11:51:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22806398#p22806398"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22806334#p22806334"">wrote</a>:</cite>Occ:sorry I thought you asked between china and korea<br/>IC: we feel to Improve relations with you trade needs to grow this means complex and long trade routes between our two countrys we also feel hat the people in the area of India surrounded by china feel like they want to be a part of china so we are willing to buy</div></blockquote><br/>""Ahh. We had an idea to use new Maglev freight trains on the Trans-Siberian, which will allow us to send freight to you easily without using ships or planes. The Siliguri Corridor we would wish to keep with us for a bit longer, to develop industries there, however if you want, we would price it at 250 Billion USD.""</div></blockquote><br/>(thank god know I know what its called now) we understand your position on the siliguri corrider so we will wait. We are happy to see these new trains and hope they speed up trade and help both partys"
12606,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=850,2014-12-15T11:59:00,Badassistanian,Occ: 3 hrs till map update and we wish to tell people to refrain from posting there own map because of possible flaws and maps dont really belong on the IC
12607,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=850,2014-12-15T12:17:00,Zechaslavia,OOC: Just saying WEU is participating in all sports at the friendship games including soccer (which we are very good at because of our French and Spanish players)
12608,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=850,2014-12-15T12:39:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"OOC: I think its perfectly fine for people to make maps of the world that they recognise as being other nations territories, so we can establish if nations recognise others territories, for example, personally I don't recognise Japan as Korean. Also, sorry WEU, but you've missed out on Soccer, Modern Pentathon, and Rugby. Best of luck with the next events!<br/><br/>IC:<br/><br/>It is now the days leading up to Christmas 2019, because it should have been Christmas a few pages back."
12609,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=850,2014-12-15T12:52:00,Badassistanian,Occ: 1hr till i begin update
12610,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=850,2014-12-15T13:00:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"FOURTH EVENT IS, GOLF!<br/><br/>1. Soviet Union<br/>2. China<br/>3. Korea<br/>4. United Kingdom<br/>5. Danish Union<br/>6. Danish Union<br/>7. United Kingdom<br/>8. Western European Union<br/>9. Western European Union<br/>10. Nigeria<br/>11. China<br/>12. Danish Union<br/>13. United Kingdom<br/>14. China<br/>15. Western European Union<br/>16. United Kingdom<br/>17. Soviet Union<br/>18. Danish Union<br/><br/>Soviet Union = 2<br/>Korea = 1<br/>Danish Union = 4<br/>China = 3<br/>Nigeria = 1<br/>United Kingdom = 4<br/>Western European Union = 3<br/><br/>The Decider match between United Kingdom and Danish Union results in a win for the DANISH UNION! The Decider match between China and the Western European Union results in a win for the WESTERN EUROPEAN UNION!<br/><br/>RANKINGS:<br/>Danish Union - 1st<br/>United Kingdom - 2nd<br/>Western European Union -3rd<br/><br/>RANKINGS OVERALL:<br/><br/>Soviet Union - 3<br/>Nigeria - 2<br/>UK - 9<br/>China - 1<br/>Korea - 1<br/>Danish Union - 7<br/>Western European Union - 1<br/><br/>As Christmas approaches, the UK is in the lead, with the Danish Union following just behind and the Soviet Union just behind the Danes!"
12611,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=850,2014-12-15T13:13:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"FIFTH EVENT IS, TENNIS!<br/><br/>1. United Kingdom<br/>2. Nigeria<br/>3. China<br/>4. Western European Union<br/>5. Danish Union<br/>6. Korea<br/>7. Soviet Union<br/>8. Soviet Union<br/>9. Nigeria<br/>10. China<br/>11. Western European Union<br/>12. United Kingdom<br/>13. Danish Union<br/>14. China<br/>15. Danish Union<br/>16. Western European Union<br/>17. Korea<br/>18. China<br/><br/>Soviet Union = 2<br/>Korea = 2<br/>Danish Union = 3<br/>China = 4<br/>Nigeria = 2<br/>United Kingdom = 2<br/>Western European Union = 3<br/><br/>The Decider match between Western European Union and Danish Union resulted in a victory for WESTERN EUROPEAN UNION!<br/><br/>RANKINGS:<br/>China - 1st<br/>Western European Union - 2nd<br/>Danish Union - 3rd<br/><br/>RANKINGS OVERALL:<br/><br/>Soviet Union - 3<br/>Nigeria - 2<br/>UK - 9<br/>China - 4<br/>Korea - 1<br/>Danish Union - 8<br/>Western European Union - 3<br/><br/>The UK still leads at 9, with the Danish only behind by one point! In 3rd place we now have China!"
12612,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=850,2014-12-15T13:16:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"SIXTH EVENT IS, ICE SKATING!<br/>Note: Soviet Union automatically wins. BUT 2nd place will also get 3 points, 3rd place will get 2 points. Because of this, you will not see Soviet Union on the numbers list.<br/><br/>1. Danish Union<br/>2. United Kingdom<br/>3. Korea<br/>4. Danish Union<br/>5. Western European Union<br/>6. United Kingdom<br/>7. Danish Union<br/>8. China<br/>9. Western European Union<br/>10. Nigeria<br/>11. Western European Union<br/>12. Danish Union<br/>13. Korea<br/>14. China<br/>15. Western European Union<br/>16. United Kingdom<br/>17. United Kingdom<br/>18. Korea<br/><br/>Soviet Union = N/A, won 1st auto.<br/>Korea = 3<br/>Danish Union = 4<br/>China = 2<br/>Nigeria = 1<br/>United Kingdom = 4<br/>Western European Union = 4<br/><br/>In a Decider match between WEU, UK, and DU, Danish Union wins. Official Results below at your pleasure!<br/><br/>RANKINGS:<br/>1st - Soviet Union<br/>2nd - Danish Union<br/>3rd - Joint with United Kingdom/Western European Union<br/>RANKINGS OVERALL:<br/><br/>Soviet Union - 6<br/>Nigeria - 2<br/>UK - 11<br/>China - 4<br/>Korea - 1<br/>Danish Union - 11<br/>Western European Union - 5"
12613,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=850,2014-12-15T13:43:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"In the Soviet Union work is finalised on the Venus Patroller. It will fly around Venus once, before returning to Earth. It propels itself in the air by creating a small tube of gravity, using it to fall to the near atmosphere. The landing of a probe on Venus is expected to take a short while, and a small capsule containing a Cat will go to Venus later, before returning. After that, we will hold a Manned Venus Landing!<br/><br/>The Venus Patroller takes off from Vladivostok. It successfully uses the gravity effect to get to Venus and back in under 72 hours, and the Soviet Union cheers as the nation has reached the atmosphere of Venus before Christmas."
12614,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=850,2014-12-15T13:47:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"The KGB is deployed in numerous nations, which are:<br/><br/>Western European Union<br/>United Kingdom<br/>United States<br/>Canada<br/>Australia<br/><br/>Meanwhile, in the Soviet Union, plans for a Invasion of Alaska if needed are created, and named Operation: Amerigo."
12615,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=875,2014-12-15T14:12:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,OOC: Guys? Are we still playing the game?
12616,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=875,2014-12-15T14:22:00,Zechaslavia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22806891#p22806891"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: I think its perfectly fine for people to make maps of the world that they recognise as being other nations territories, so we can establish if nations recognise others territories, for example, personally I don't recognise Japan as Korean. Also, sorry WEU, but you've missed out on Soccer, Modern Pentathon, and Rugby. Best of luck with the next events!<br/><br/>IC:<br/><br/>It is now the days leading up to Christmas 2019, because it should have been Christmas a few pages back.</div></blockquote><br/>The WEU President sheds a small tear in private once he finds out that the WEU friendship games team was late<br/>In the referendums Italys votes are 83% said to join and 17% said to stay independent. Germany was a lot closer 56% said to join and 44% said stay independent"
12617,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=875,2014-12-15T14:23:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22807726#p22807726"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: Guys? Are we still playing the game?</div></blockquote><br/>ya im working on the update"
12618,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=875,2014-12-15T14:24:00,Badassistanian,we are happy about our win in tennis
12619,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=875,2014-12-15T14:30:00,Zechaslavia,WEU prime minister and the rest of his cabinet are happy to hear of the medals being won by the WEU
12620,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=875,2014-12-15T14:45:00,SECP,OOC: Hey is germany taken?
12621,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=875,2014-12-15T14:51:00,Badassistanian,occ: map is updated as well as a Chinese map maker can make them
12622,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=875,2014-12-15T14:52:00,Gyrenaica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bendicion <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22804346#p22804346"">wrote</a>:</cite>The UK is confused as USSR recognized the attacks earlier.Nonetheless we are now ruling quietly democratically Spain,but we withdraw from Portugal.<br/>Lands of the UK are:(accrding to acquisition)<br/>The British Isles<br/>Gibraltar<br/>Algeria<br/>Morroco<br/>Western Sahara<br/>Cyprus<br/>Lebanon<br/>And last is Spain.(which is still to be discussed<br/>The Union expects a possible merge with WEU.</div></blockquote><br/>Western Sahara is mine!!"
12623,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=875,2014-12-15T14:53:00,Badassistanian,the Chinese ask Russia about any lands in eastern Asia they are willing to sell
12624,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=875,2014-12-15T14:54:00,New Napo France,"Panama's leader Romero Nino asks the following nations about the possibility for Panama to create the USCA and unite Central America, through vote of course. Following nations:China, USA, Soviet Union, Korea, United Kingdom, and WEU."
12625,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=875,2014-12-15T14:54:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Gyrenaica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22808065#p22808065"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Bendicion <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22804346#p22804346"">wrote</a>:</cite>The UK is confused as USSR recognized the attacks earlier.Nonetheless we are now ruling quietly democratically Spain,but we withdraw from Portugal.<br/>Lands of the UK are:(accrding to acquisition)<br/>The British Isles<br/>Gibraltar<br/>Algeria<br/>Morroco<br/>Western Sahara<br/>Cyprus<br/>Lebanon<br/>And last is Spain.(which is still to be discussed<br/>The Union expects a possible merge with WEU.</div></blockquote><br/>Western Sahara is mine!!</div></blockquote><br/>all these claims are forgotten through mapmakeing what the map says are the current holdings are"
12626,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=875,2014-12-15T15:05:00,Badassistanian,Occ: claims have become a big jumbled mess so is every fine with just going of what the map says
12627,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=875,2014-12-15T15:07:00,New Napo France,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22808169#p22808169"">wrote</a>:</cite>Occ: claims have become a big jumbled mess so is every fine with just going of what the map says</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Occ:Yes, but please don't forget me,Panama, next time."
12628,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=875,2014-12-15T15:08:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Napo France <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22808200#p22808200"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22808169#p22808169"">wrote</a>:</cite>Occ: claims have become a big jumbled mess so is every fine with just going of what the map says</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Yes, but please don't forget me,Panama, next time.</div></blockquote><br/>occ: I will get it in the next one I was focused in Africa were claims were really jumbled up"
12629,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=875,2014-12-15T15:12:00,Gyrenaica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22808221#p22808221"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Napo France <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22808200#p22808200"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Yes, but please don't forget me,Panama, next time.</div></blockquote><br/>occ: I will get it in the next one I was focused in Africa were claims were really jumbled up</div></blockquote><br/>I have states my claims in the OOC"
12630,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=875,2014-12-15T15:15:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Gyrenaica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22808270#p22808270"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22808221#p22808221"">wrote</a>:</cite>occ: I will get it in the next one I was focused in Africa were claims were really jumbled up</div></blockquote><br/>I have states my claims in the OOC</div></blockquote><br/>can you state the ones not on the map"
12631,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=875,2014-12-15T15:18:00,Gyrenaica,"So the flaws in the map:<br/>I don't have the DRC<br/>Add: republic of the Congo, Gabon, Equatorial Guinea, Sierra Leone, Liberia, Ivory Coast, Burundi, Kenya, Western Sahara"
12632,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=875,2014-12-15T15:18:00,Gyrenaica,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">to: Britain<br/>Encryption: low<br/>Subject: colonies<br/>Hello my friend. I wish to purchase your African colonies of Algeria and Morocco from you as I hope to unite the whole of Africa peacefully.</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: France<br/>My friends, I wish to purchase your Libyan colony and your island colony of Reunion from you in hopes of uniting the African continent peacefully.</blockquote>"
12633,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=875,2014-12-15T15:25:00,The Underground Movement Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22807726#p22807726"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: Guys? Are we still playing the game?</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: Yes."
12634,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=875,2014-12-15T15:27:00,Badassistanian,occ:the map is updated wrong or not these are the current claims
12635,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=875,2014-12-15T15:28:00,SECP,OOC: Hey posted my app waiting to be accepted
12636,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=875,2014-12-15T15:29:00,Badassistanian,No ops are on wait for togeria
12637,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=875,2014-12-15T15:30:00,Badassistanian,We ask Nigeria when it is done un Africa if it will stay in africa
12638,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=875,2014-12-15T15:36:00,Gyrenaica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22808486#p22808486"">wrote</a>:</cite>We ask Nigeria when it is done un Africa if it will stay in africa</div></blockquote><br/>I'm sorry what? What stay?"
12639,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=875,2014-12-15T15:38:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Gyrenaica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22808557#p22808557"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22808486#p22808486"">wrote</a>:</cite>We ask Nigeria when it is done un Africa if it will stay in africa</div></blockquote><br/>I'm sorry what? What stay?</div></blockquote><br/>as in your not going to conquer places outside Africa"
12640,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=900,2014-12-15T15:42:00,Bendicion,"I love the Games!<br/><br/>To Nigeria<br/>We would very also but Northern African tribes are mostly Arab,and we would like to spread European democracy to these countries.As much as perhaps you have Western Sahara is that not enough.UK has not many colonies right now.<br/><br/>Ooc:Wheres the map guys?"
12641,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=900,2014-12-15T15:43:00,Gyrenaica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22808584#p22808584"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Gyrenaica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22808557#p22808557"">wrote</a>:</cite>I'm sorry what? What stay?</div></blockquote><br/>as in your not going to conquer places outside Africa</div></blockquote><br/>My current plan is to stay in Africa. All of it."
12642,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=900,2014-12-15T15:44:00,Gyrenaica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bendicion <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22808625#p22808625"">wrote</a>:</cite>I love the Games!<br/><br/>To Nigeria<br/>We would very also but Northern African tribes are mostly Arab,and we would like to spread European democracy to these countries.As much as perhaps you have Western Sahara is that not enough.UK has not many colonies right now.<br/><br/>Ooc:Wheres the map guys?</div></blockquote><br/>To: Britain<br/>Let's make a deal. When you are don't bringing European democracy to the nations, you let them go and join us."
12643,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=900,2014-12-15T15:46:00,Bendicion,Ooc:I could not understand.
12644,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=900,2014-12-15T15:48:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,Games will be continued tommorow cause im on ipad.
12645,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=900,2014-12-15T16:02:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"The west ukraine is invaded!<br/><br/>Korea isnt on yet<img alt="":("" src=""./images/smilies/sm_sad.gif"" title=""Sadface""/>"
12646,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=900,2014-12-15T16:09:00,Gyrenaica,"To: Britain<br/>After you bring your democracy thing to Algeria and Morocco, I request that you let them go."
12647,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=900,2014-12-15T16:19:00,Badassistanian,We ask Russia if they are willing to sell any east Asian land
12648,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=900,2014-12-15T16:20:00,Gyrenaica,The map... You were so close. Remove Mauritania and add Tunisia. Plox. Tunisia is that awesome nation in north africa between Algeria and Libya.<br/>Mauritania is that large shithole between Mali and Western Sahara.
12649,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=900,2014-12-15T16:22:00,New Napo France,I support Nigeria's statement of stopping British colonies in North Africa.
12650,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=900,2014-12-15T16:24:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Gyrenaica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22809055#p22809055"">wrote</a>:</cite>The map... You were so close. Remove Mauritania and add Tunisia. Plox. Tunisia is that awesome nation in north africa between Algeria and Libya.<br/>Mauritania is that large shithole between Mali and Western Sahara.</div></blockquote><br/>I will update in about an hr I'm happy I got close. I was looking through the occ and IC and it was like a jumble of mixed and wrong claims"
12651,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=900,2014-12-15T16:25:00,Gyrenaica,"Just cause I like lists:<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Most Powerful</span><br/>1. USSR<br/>2. USA<br/>3. China<br/>4. WEU<br/>5. Britain<br/>6. Korea<br/>7. Germany<br/>8. Italy<br/>9. Nigeria<br/>10. Canada<br/>11. Australia<br/>12. Bulgaria<br/><br/>Note: this is only for the accepted nations on the map"
12652,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=900,2014-12-15T16:26:00,Gyrenaica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22809107#p22809107"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Gyrenaica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22809055#p22809055"">wrote</a>:</cite>The map... You were so close. Remove Mauritania and add Tunisia. Plox. Tunisia is that awesome nation in north africa between Algeria and Libya.<br/>Mauritania is that large shithole between Mali and Western Sahara.</div></blockquote><br/>I will update in about an hr I'm happy I got close. I was looking through the occ and IC and it was like a jumble of mixed and wrong claims</div></blockquote><br/>You're doing fine. You went from ""holy heck what the crap"" to ""almost done with this crap.""<img alt="":clap:"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_clap.gif"" title=""Applause""/>"
12653,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=900,2014-12-15T16:36:00,Great Britain and Belgium,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Madagascar</span><br/><br/>The Australian Empire's armed forces have successfully occupied the island nation of Madagascar. After a short campaign in the capital the weak forces of Madagascar soon surrendered and the Australian forces stormed the President's palace and followed suit to the situation that occured in Wellington.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Madagascar - Mozambique Waters</span><br/><br/>A large portion of the invasion force departed from Madagascar for Mozambique with the planned invasion of Operation Lemur. Mozambique is expected to surrender within 3 days of the invasion. The Empire's forces are confident that the invasion will be carried out swiftly and to the best of their ability. They have orders not to advance any further than Mozambique because of the threat of upsetting the Nigerians.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cairns, Australia</span><br/><br/>Troops, Ships and Aircraft are gathering in Cairns to prepare for an invasion of Papua New Guinea. An invasion of some 10,000 troops, 30 ships and 20 aircraft are being sent to Papua New Guinea if a peaceful of occupation of the nation can not be achieved. The Canberra Government is trying to get the government in Port Moresby to sign an agreement, which will merge Papua New Guinea into the Australian Empire."
12654,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=900,2014-12-15T16:39:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Gyrenaica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22809119#p22809119"">wrote</a>:</cite>Just cause I like lists: <br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Most Powerful</span><br/>1. USSR<br/>2. USA<br/>3. China<br/>4. WEU<br/>5. Britain<br/>6. Korea<br/>7. Germany<br/>8. Italy<br/>9. Nigeria<br/>10. Canada<br/>11. Australia<br/>12. Bulgaria<br/><br/>Note: this is only for the accepted nations on the map</div></blockquote><br/>3rd not bad"
12655,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=900,2014-12-15T16:43:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22809042#p22809042"">wrote</a>:</cite>We ask Russia if they are willing to sell any east Asian land</div></blockquote><br/>We reply no."
12656,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=900,2014-12-15T16:44:00,New Napo France,Panama begins the PSP or Panama Space program which has intrests in the globalization of the entire world. Currently the PSP has no intention to go to mars and wishes to stay seperate from the Chinese Space Program and other Programs associated with the mars colony.
12657,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=900,2014-12-15T16:45:00,A Changing America,"Wadiya admits to building nuclear weapons. We only have 1. We will hand it over to the U.N. only if we are given Somaliland, western Oman, and southwestern Saudi Arabia."
12658,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=900,2014-12-15T16:46:00,Asmana,OOC: Sorry guys school kept me bust :/<br/><br/>Italy builds up their communist empire.
12659,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=900,2014-12-15T16:47:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Great Britain and Belgium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22809248#p22809248"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Madagascar</span><br/><br/>The Australian Empire's armed forces have successfully occupied the island nation of Madagascar. After a short campaign in the capital the weak forces of Madagascar soon surrendered and the Australian forces stormed the President's palace and followed suit to the situation that occured in Wellington.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Madagascar - Mozambique Waters</span><br/><br/>A large portion of the invasion force departed from Madagascar for Mozambique with the planned invasion of Operation Lemur. Mozambique is expected to surrender within 3 days of the invasion. The Empire's forces are confident that the invasion will be carried out swiftly and to the best of their ability. They have orders not to advance any further than Mozambique because of the threat of upsetting the Nigerians.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cairns, Australia</span><br/><br/>Troops, Ships and Aircraft are gathering in Cairns to prepare for an invasion of Papua New Guinea. An invasion of some 10,000 troops, 30 ships and 20 aircraft are being sent to Papua New Guinea if a peaceful of occupation of the nation can not be achieved. The Canberra Government is trying to get the government in Port Moresby to sign an agreement, which will merge Papua New Guinea into the Australian Empire.</div></blockquote><br/>The KGB agents in Sydney find out about the invasion plans and quickly radio the Soviet gov, who are alarmed. They demand Australia stops this ""die or sign"" technique.<br/><br/>We also express our support for a Central American union, and offer to ally with Panama. We will also not give in to Wadiyas demands, and we keep firing rockets at the Wadirayan capital. We offer to ally with italy."
12660,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=900,2014-12-15T16:48:00,Atlas Security,"David Eleazar, Prime Minister Netanyahu's new Minister of Defense, looked across to Alon Stein, State. The Prime Minister called them into his private conference room for a hush-hush meeting.<br/><br/>Netanyahu began, ""Israel has a moral obligation to help those who helped to create the beautiful reincarnation of the Jewish homeland. The North Atlantic Treaty Alliance is rapidly closing on war, even as diplomats try to create peace with the Eastern states. We have the strongest technology sector outside of Silicon Valley. Our engineers are undergoing advanced training in schools as we speak.""<br/><br/>The Minister of Education popped in the door with a wink, and scurried out.<br/><br/>Stein piped up. ""We are going to commit to ANOTHER war when we are under constant threat from terrorists and the Wadiyans? We just made peace with the Palestinians, and that was because we pulled every string we had. The fragile coexistence will shatter if we de-""<br/><br/>Eleazar cut Stein off. ""The Palestinians are Israeli citizens with equal rights and opportunity, thanks to our combined efforts. They will support us, or else... Plus, an alliance goes both ways. They help us, we help them, vice versa.""<br/><br/>The argument seemed to drag on forever, before the TV showed a ghastly sight. The Islamic State had attacked a Palestinian-majority town, and firebombed it with Molotov cocktails. It was for 'supporting the infidels', they said. The event sent shock-waves through Israel. Soldiers went on high alert, as civilians stockpiled and locked up. Some Palestinians were even joining up at the recruiting office. One alone reported a dozen, previously unheard of.<br/><br/>Stein, embarrassed, agreed. ""We shall contact them tomorrow. God bless us all.""<br/><br/>OOC: This is awkward. Soviets fire rockets at one enemy and they are soon to be another..."
12661,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=900,2014-12-15T16:49:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22809283#p22809283"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Gyrenaica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22809119#p22809119"">wrote</a>:</cite>Just cause I like lists: <br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Most Powerful</span><br/>1. USSR<br/>2. USA<br/>3. China<br/>4. WEU<br/>5. Britain<br/>6. Korea<br/>7. Germany<br/>8. Italy<br/>9. Nigeria<br/>10. Canada<br/>11. Australia<br/>12. Bulgaria<br/><br/>Note: this is only for the accepted nations on the map</div></blockquote><br/>3rd not bad</div></blockquote><br/>1st... We're a powerful state. ""Workers of the world, unite!"""
12662,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=900,2014-12-15T16:50:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Atlas Security <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22809391#p22809391"">wrote</a>:</cite>David Eleazar, Prime Minister Netanyahu's new Minister of Defense, looked across to Alon Stein, State. The Prime Minister called them into his private conference room for a hush-hush meeting. <br/><br/>Netanyahu began, ""Israel has a moral obligation to help those who helped to create the beautiful reincarnation of the Jewish homeland. The North Atlantic Treaty Alliance is rapidly closing on war, even as diplomats try to create peace with the Eastern states. We have the strongest technology sector outside of Silicon Valley. Our engineers are undergoing advanced training in schools as we speak.""<br/><br/>The Minister of Education popped in the door with a wink, and scurried out.<br/><br/>Stein piped up. ""We are going to commit to ANOTHER war when we are under constant threat from terrorists and the Wadiyans? We just made peace with the Palestinians, and that was because we pulled every string we had. The fragile coexistence will shatter if we de-""<br/><br/>Eleazar cut Stein off. ""The Palestinians are Israeli citizens with equal rights and opportunity, thanks to our combined efforts. They will support us, or else... Plus, an alliance goes both ways. They help us, we help them, vice versa.""<br/><br/>The argument seemed to drag on forever, before the TV showed a ghastly sight. The Islamic State had attacked a Palestinian-majority town, and firebombed it with Molotov cocktails. It was for 'supporting the infidels', they said. The event sent shock-waves through Israel. Soldiers went on high alert, as civilians stockpiled and locked up. Some Palestinians were even joining up at the recruiting office. One alone reported a dozen, previously unheard of.<br/><br/>Stein, embarrassed, agreed. ""We shall contact them tomorrow. God bless us all.""</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: The East is only a threat to Korea now."
12663,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=900,2014-12-15T16:51:00,Gyrenaica,"The Democratic Federation condemns Wadiya for the nuclear arms.<br/><br/>The Democratic Federation proclaims that if Italy dare colonize ANY of Africa, it shall end in war.<br/><br/>Botswana and Malawi apply for membership into the Federstion.<br/><br/>100,000 Federation troops are stationed in Ethiopia as to protect Ethiopia. Missiles are aimed at the wadiyan capital.<br/><br/>The federation condemns Isis for its attacks on Israel."
12664,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=900,2014-12-15T16:52:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22809411#p22809411"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Atlas Security <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22809391#p22809391"">wrote</a>:</cite>David Eleazar, Prime Minister Netanyahu's new Minister of Defense, looked across to Alon Stein, State. The Prime Minister called them into his private conference room for a hush-hush meeting. <br/><br/>Netanyahu began, ""Israel has a moral obligation to help those who helped to create the beautiful reincarnation of the Jewish homeland. The North Atlantic Treaty Alliance is rapidly closing on war, even as diplomats try to create peace with the Eastern states. We have the strongest technology sector outside of Silicon Valley. Our engineers are undergoing advanced training in schools as we speak.""<br/><br/>The Minister of Education popped in the door with a wink, and scurried out.<br/><br/>Stein piped up. ""We are going to commit to ANOTHER war when we are under constant threat from terrorists and the Wadiyans? We just made peace with the Palestinians, and that was because we pulled every string we had. The fragile coexistence will shatter if we de-""<br/><br/>Eleazar cut Stein off. ""The Palestinians are Israeli citizens with equal rights and opportunity, thanks to our combined efforts. They will support us, or else... Plus, an alliance goes both ways. They help us, we help them, vice versa.""<br/><br/>The argument seemed to drag on forever, before the TV showed a ghastly sight. The Islamic State had attacked a Palestinian-majority town, and firebombed it with Molotov cocktails. It was for 'supporting the infidels', they said. The event sent shock-waves through Israel. Soldiers went on high alert, as civilians stockpiled and locked up. Some Palestinians were even joining up at the recruiting office. One alone reported a dozen, previously unheard of.<br/><br/>Stein, embarrassed, agreed. ""We shall contact them tomorrow. God bless us all.""</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: The East is only a threat to Korea now.</div></blockquote><br/>The USSR offers to ally with Israel."
12665,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=925,2014-12-15T16:52:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Gyrenaica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22809414#p22809414"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Democratic Federation condemns Wadiya for the nuclear arms. <br/><br/>The Democratic Federation proclaims that if Italy dare colonize ANY of Africa, it shall end in war.<br/><br/>Botswana and Malawi apply for membership into the Federstion.<br/><br/>100,000 Federation troops are stationed in Ethiopia as to protect Ethiopia. Missiles are aimed at the wadiyan capital.<br/><br/>The federation condemns Isis for its attacks on Israel.</div></blockquote><br/>The USSR supports the Federation!"
12666,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=925,2014-12-15T16:53:00,Gyrenaica,"The real list cuz I can and want to change<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Most Powerful</span><br/>1. Still the soviets<br/>2. MURICA<br/>3. Chinese<br/>4. WEU<br/>5. Britain<br/>6. Korea<br/>7. Nigeria<br/>8. Germany<br/>9. Italy<br/>10. Canada<br/>11. Australia<br/>12. Bulgaria"
12667,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=925,2014-12-15T16:53:00,Atlas Security,Read the title
12668,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=925,2014-12-15T16:54:00,New Napo France,"Panama accepts the Soviet alliance and asks for a sea trade agreement, along with asking how we can improve relations brtween our two nations."
12669,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=925,2014-12-15T16:55:00,Great Britain and Belgium,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22809376#p22809376"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Great Britain and Belgium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22809248#p22809248"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Madagascar</span><br/><br/>The Australian Empire's armed forces have successfully occupied the island nation of Madagascar. After a short campaign in the capital the weak forces of Madagascar soon surrendered and the Australian forces stormed the President's palace and followed suit to the situation that occured in Wellington.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Madagascar - Mozambique Waters</span><br/><br/>A large portion of the invasion force departed from Madagascar for Mozambique with the planned invasion of Operation Lemur. Mozambique is expected to surrender within 3 days of the invasion. The Empire's forces are confident that the invasion will be carried out swiftly and to the best of their ability. They have orders not to advance any further than Mozambique because of the threat of upsetting the Nigerians.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cairns, Australia</span><br/><br/>Troops, Ships and Aircraft are gathering in Cairns to prepare for an invasion of Papua New Guinea. An invasion of some 10,000 troops, 30 ships and 20 aircraft are being sent to Papua New Guinea if a peaceful of occupation of the nation can not be achieved. The Canberra Government is trying to get the government in Port Moresby to sign an agreement, which will merge Papua New Guinea into the Australian Empire.</div></blockquote><br/>The KGB agents in Sydney find out about the invasion plans and quickly radio the Soviet gov, who are alarmed. They demand Australia stops this ""die or sign"" technique.<br/><br/>We also express our support for a Central American union, and offer to ally with Panama. We will also not give in to Wadiyas demands, and we keep firing rockets at the Wadirayan capital. We offer to ally with italy.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>The President, Tony Abbott, has denied the Soviet Union's demands. He says the Australian Empire will reign ""supreme"" in the Southern Hemisphere with plans to peacefully merge some South American nation's into the Australian Empire. The Australian Empire, he said, is prepared to go to defend it's interests, territories and future territories at all costs. The Australian Empire will not listen to the demands of the Soviet Union."
12670,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=925,2014-12-15T16:57:00,Badassistanian,The Chinese government and armed forces prepared for something big
12671,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=925,2014-12-15T16:59:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Atlas Security <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22809448#p22809448"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22809411#p22809411"">wrote</a>:</cite></div></blockquote><br/>OOC: Peace so far with both sides. I didn't thoroughly read the IC.</div></blockquote><br/>Ahh. i understand. The ic is full of people invading each other and me holding peace talks so Korea and China dont blow each other back to the stone age and cause a nuclear winter.<br/><br/>IC:<br/><br/>Forces at Vladivostok mobilise. Reliable sources say this may be a Sino-Soviet training excersise. We also accept the trade agreement with Panama, and suggest trading more could help to further relations."
12672,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=925,2014-12-15T16:59:00,Gyrenaica,"The Federation has said that it will allow for nation currently in Africa with colonels to temporarily have their colonies until they are done with whatever goals they have for the colonies. Those nations: Britain, WEU, and Australia.<br/><br/>We recognize:<br/>WEU sovereignty over Libya<br/>British sovereignty over Algeria and Morocco<br/>Australia sovereignty over Madagascar and Mozambique<br/><br/>Any genocide or murder committed against the African people will result in a genocide of the ones whom murdered the Africans."
12673,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=925,2014-12-15T17:01:00,Atlas Security,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22809487#p22809487"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Chinese government and armed forces prepared for something big</div></blockquote><br/>The Israeli Mossad agent watched intently of the Chinese troop movements. Something big was indeed going down. He called for a high tech, stealth wind/solar and gas powered helicopter, which picked him up and flew him to Israel. He would be useless in the coming firestorm. All must hope that the Chinese do not start a war."
12674,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=925,2014-12-15T17:04:00,New Napo France,"<blockquote><div><cite>Great Britain and Belgium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22809473#p22809473"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22809376#p22809376"">wrote</a>:</cite>The KGB agents in Sydney find out about the invasion plans and quickly radio the Soviet gov, who are alarmed. They demand Australia stops this ""die or sign"" technique.<br/><br/>We also express our support for a Central American union, and offer to ally with Panama. We will also not give in to Wadiyas demands, and we keep firing rockets at the Wadirayan capital. We offer to ally with italy.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>The President, Tony Abbott, has denied the Soviet Union's demands. He says the Australian Empire will reign ""supreme"" in the Southern Hemisphere with plans to peacefully merge some South American nation's into the Australian Empire. The Australian Empire, he said, is prepared to go to defend it's interests, territories and future territories at all costs. The Australian Empire will not listen to the demands of the Soviet Union.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Panama's leader Romero Nino gave a speech directed at showing discomfort with the planned Australian expansion into South America, Nino announces the ""keep Australia in check"" plan where Panama leads the new Coalition against the Australian Empire, Nini also announces his support of the Democratic Federation and agrees with the Soviet Union about how to further relations between our nations."
12675,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=925,2014-12-15T17:06:00,Badassistanian,"The Chinese president spoke today saying that china needs more room to grow so we are going where no one can oppose us and forces will be strong. 300,000 troops are loaded up onto transports and begin the long journey to there destination"
12676,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=925,2014-12-15T17:07:00,Gyrenaica,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cabo, Saharan province</span><br/>One of the federations first carrier is released.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Sfax, Tunis province</span><br/>The Federations other carrier is set out to sea to patrol the territorial waters.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Luanda, Angolan province</span><br/>The construction of the federations 3rd carrier continues. So far this one is 57% done.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lamu, Kenyan province</span><br/>Project Y3K begins."
12677,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=925,2014-12-15T17:07:00,Gyrenaica,HE IS GOING FOR ANTARCTICA!!!
12678,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=925,2014-12-15T17:07:00,Aglium,NASA is planning on sending a man to another solar system it should happen in 2034.
12679,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=925,2014-12-15T17:09:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Gyrenaica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22809610#p22809610"">wrote</a>:</cite>HE IS GOING FOR ANTARCTICA!!!</div></blockquote><br/>how the hell did you know anyways troops continue to Antarctica"
12680,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=925,2014-12-15T17:09:00,Togeria,"Korea fearing for its republic request to join Panama to stop Australia's aggression, as troops in Indonesia are equipped, preparing to show the power of the Korean Republic. The latest machinery are bought from the USA and DU, as the Koreans begin to improve on the designs of the destroyer and submarine."
12681,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=925,2014-12-15T17:11:00,New Napo France,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22809630#p22809630"">wrote</a>:</cite>Korea fearing for its republic request to join Panama to stop Australia's aggression, as troops in Indonesia are equipped, preparing to show the power of the Korean Republic. The latest machinery are bought from the USA and DU, as the Koreans begin to improve on the designs of the destroyer and submarine.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Panama agrees to Korea's request and asks the Soviets to join the coalition."
12682,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=925,2014-12-15T17:11:00,Atlas Security,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22809602#p22809602"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Chinese president spoke today saying that china needs more room to grow so we are going where no one can oppose us and forces will be strong. 300,000 troops are loaded up onto transports and begin the long journey to there destination</div></blockquote><br/>Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu condemned the movements of Chinese troops, and had Eleazar prepare a spec ops platoon, just in case if the Chinese tried to spark a war. When he realized that they were going for Antarctica, he had several stealth bombers on standby.<br/><br/>Stein dialed up American President Smith. ""Listen. The foreign situation is getting out of hand. Please see about us getting into NATO, for both of our benefits."" He waited for a response."
12683,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=925,2014-12-15T17:12:00,Badassistanian,The Chinese being a strong force would like to aid panama
12684,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=925,2014-12-15T17:14:00,New Napo France,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22809662#p22809662"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Chinese being a strong force would like to aid panama</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Panama accept's China's request and asks for a sea trade agreement.<br/><br/>OOC:If we dont have a trade agreement already."
12685,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=925,2014-12-15T17:15:00,Gyrenaica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22809626#p22809626"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Gyrenaica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22809610#p22809610"">wrote</a>:</cite>HE IS GOING FOR ANTARCTICA!!!</div></blockquote><br/>how the hell did you know anyways troops continue to Antarctica</div></blockquote><br/>Not hard."
12686,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=925,2014-12-15T17:16:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Napo France <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22809690#p22809690"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22809662#p22809662"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Chinese being a strong force would like to aid panama</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Panama accept's China's request and asks for a sea trade agreement.<br/><br/>OOC:If we dont have a trade agreement already.</div></blockquote><br/>China. Agrees"
12687,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=925,2014-12-15T17:16:00,Gyrenaica,The Federation calls on the U.N. To stop China from trying to colonize Antarctica.
12688,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=925,2014-12-15T17:16:00,Great Britain and Belgium,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22809630#p22809630"">wrote</a>:</cite>Korea fearing for its republic request to join Panama to stop Australia's aggression, as troops in Indonesia are equipped, preparing to show the power of the Korean Republic. The latest machinery are bought from the USA and DU, as the Koreans begin to improve on the designs of the destroyer and submarine.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Korea should not worry about the Australian Empire. We have no current desire of occupying any Korean territory. This could change depending on the way Korea acts in the future.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Canberra - Santiago</span><br/><br/>Michelle Bachelet, Chilean President, has graciously agreed to sign an agreement merging them into the Australian Empire. Tomorrow the agreement will be signed and the latest addition to the Empire will be welcome into the Aussie family.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Long Live the Australian Empire!</span></span><br/><br/>Peru is expected to be the next nation to sign an agreement to enter the Australian Empire."
12689,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=925,2014-12-15T17:17:00,Togeria,"A new president is elected, as he sees the the only true way for Korea to become a world power is to open back the borders. In a press statement he says:<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-style: italic"">""It's time we let the past go, and we look to the future. The only true way for Korea to succeed is to let go of these pitiful ways of though, that have blocked Korea from becoming the top superpower. It is such that as of today, our embargo with China is now lifted!</span></blockquote><br/><br/>Two hours later the embargo is lifted, as Korea now accepts China's trade agreement."
12690,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=950,2014-12-15T17:19:00,Badassistanian,China begins to set up colonys in Antarctica and use mars Terri forming technology to make the area more hospitible
12691,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=950,2014-12-15T17:20:00,New Napo France,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22809709#p22809709"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Napo France <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22809690#p22809690"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Panama accept's China's request and asks for a sea trade agreement.<br/><br/>OOC:If we dont have a trade agreement already.</div></blockquote><br/>China. Agrees</div></blockquote><br/><br/>To:China<br/>Encryption:Moderate<br/>Subject:Troop positions.<br/>Specifics:We would like China to be the hub of coalition troops if war is started between the coalition and the Australians.<br/>Signature:Romero Nino of Panama"
12692,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=950,2014-12-15T17:21:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22809726#p22809726"">wrote</a>:</cite>A new president is elected, as he sees the the only true way for Korea to become a world power is to open back the borders. In a press statement he says:<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-style: italic"">""It's time we let the past go, and we look to the future. The only true way for Korea to succeed is to let go of these pitiful ways of though, that have blocked Korea from becoming the top superpower. It is such that as of today, our embargo with China is now lifted!</span></blockquote><br/><br/>Two hours later the embargo is lifted, as Korea now accepts China's trade agreement.</div></blockquote><br/>china is very happy with korea"
12693,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=950,2014-12-15T17:21:00,Togeria,"Troops are ready in Indonesia, as the equipment is handed out, forces are almost ready to begin mobilization, and new designs for naval battleships is nearly complete, Korea seeing a market in combat weapons."
12694,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=950,2014-12-15T17:22:00,New Napo France,"<blockquote><div><cite>Great Britain and Belgium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22809716#p22809716"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22809630#p22809630"">wrote</a>:</cite>Korea fearing for its republic request to join Panama to stop Australia's aggression, as troops in Indonesia are equipped, preparing to show the power of the Korean Republic. The latest machinery are bought from the USA and DU, as the Koreans begin to improve on the designs of the destroyer and submarine.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Korea should not worry about the Australian Empire. We have no current desire of occupying any Korean territory. This could change depending on the way Korea acts in the future.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Canberra - Santiago</span><br/><br/>Michelle Bachelet, Chilean President, has graciously agreed to sign an agreement merging them into the Australian Empire. Tomorrow the agreement will be signed and the latest addition to the Empire will be welcome into the Aussie family.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Long Live the Australian Empire!</span></span><br/><br/>Peru is expected to be the next nation to sign an agreement to enter the Australian Empire.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Panama warns the Australian Empire that if they integrate Peru the coalition will go to war."
12695,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=950,2014-12-15T17:22:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Napo France <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22809759#p22809759"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22809709#p22809709"">wrote</a>:</cite>China. Agrees</div></blockquote><br/><br/>To:China<br/>Encryption:Moderate<br/>Subject:Troop positions.<br/>Specifics:We would like China to be the hub of coalition troops if war is started between the coalition and the Australians.<br/>Signature:Romero Nino of Panama</div></blockquote><br/><br/>the Chinese agree"
12696,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=950,2014-12-15T17:26:00,Great Britain and Belgium,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Napo France <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22809781#p22809781"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Great Britain and Belgium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22809716#p22809716"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Korea should not worry about the Australian Empire. We have no current desire of occupying any Korean territory. This could change depending on the way Korea acts in the future.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Canberra - Santiago</span><br/><br/>Michelle Bachelet, Chilean President, has graciously agreed to sign an agreement merging them into the Australian Empire. Tomorrow the agreement will be signed and the latest addition to the Empire will be welcome into the Aussie family.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Long Live the Australian Empire!</span></span><br/><br/>Peru is expected to be the next nation to sign an agreement to enter the Australian Empire.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Panama warns the Australian Empire that if they integrate Peru the coalition will go to war.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>You will not stop the people of Peru joining the Empire by your threats. If they desire to join the Empire then they will do so and it is clear the people of Peru want to join the Empire."
12697,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=950,2014-12-15T17:27:00,Atlas Security,The Mossad agent confirmed the Antarctican conquest. Israel eagerly awaited President Smith's response
12698,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=950,2014-12-15T17:28:00,Badassistanian,The Chinese colony's are as follows<br/>The colony of new Beijing<br/>the colony of new shanghei<br/>the colony of new Moscow( in honor of russia
12699,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=950,2014-12-15T17:29:00,New Napo France,"To:All coalition members.<br/>Encryption:Low<br/>Subject:War<br/>Specifics:We must be ready to attack at any moment, the Australians are currently a warring people and may disregard us.<br/>Signature:Romero Nino of Panama"
12700,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=950,2014-12-15T17:29:00,Togeria,"Korea has many empires expand over the years, it has seen China take nearly all of Asia, but now it will not sit back and allow Australia to rule over a continent it has no business being in."
12701,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=950,2014-12-15T17:30:00,New Napo France,"We will warn you, Australia, one last time make no expansion into South America or face the might of Korea, China, and Panama."
12702,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=950,2014-12-15T17:31:00,Togeria,"Korean forces invade New Guinea, for the reason that in can allow easier access to Australia. Korea request China to get ready for war."
12703,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=950,2014-12-15T17:32:00,Badassistanian,After the colony's are made the rest of the troops are sent to take hold of the continent but many die from hypothermia
12704,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=950,2014-12-15T17:32:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22809849#p22809849"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Chinese colony's are as follows<br/>The colony of new Beijing<br/>the colony of new shanghei <br/>the colony of new Moscow( in honor of russia</div></blockquote><br/>We commend China in expanding to the icey continent in order to place its people elsewhere. Russia would like to also place a claim on the Antarctic Peninsula and Northern Antarctica.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, Soviet officials sign documents with the Argentinian president in Buenos Aires to make Argentina let the Red Army and the coalition of nations against Australian Empire use Argentina as a airbase and a place to store troops."
12705,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=950,2014-12-15T17:33:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Napo France <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22809868#p22809868"">wrote</a>:</cite>We will warn you, Australia, one last time make no expansion into South America or face the might of Korea, China, and Panama.</div></blockquote><br/>And Russia will aid you Panama!"
12706,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=950,2014-12-15T17:33:00,Atlas Security,"An Israeli team heads towards a more harsh, unoccupied region of Antarctica. They began to fly by a stealth variant of the C130. Updated, of course. They planned a New Jerusalem, a New Tel Aviv, and a New Nazareth. The team consisted of Special Operations soldiers trained in the mountains of Israel and the winter forests of North America. They all were also architects, engineers, and other specialties. They would set up FOBs at each point. They began to prep stealth bombers to mark a line in the snow. China would NOT cross."
12707,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=950,2014-12-15T17:33:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22809879#p22809879"">wrote</a>:</cite>Korean forces invade New Guinea, for the reason that in can allow easier access to Australia. Korea request China to get ready for war.</div></blockquote><br/>china is okay with this invasion and move a fleet with 200,000 men to the outside of australia"
12708,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=950,2014-12-15T17:34:00,Togeria,"Korea builds a embassy for both Soviet Union, and China to establish better relations, as Korea request a Seoul-Bejing hotline."
12709,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=950,2014-12-15T17:34:00,New Napo France,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22809879#p22809879"">wrote</a>:</cite>Korean forces invade New Guinea, for the reason that in can allow easier access to Australia. Korea request China to get ready for war.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Panama asks Korea to release the newly annexed New Guinea territories after the war/end of the Coalition."
12710,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=950,2014-12-15T17:35:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Atlas Security <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22809903#p22809903"">wrote</a>:</cite>An Israeli team heads towards a more harsh, unoccupied region of Antarctica. They began to fly by a stealth variant of the C130. Updated, of course. They planned a New Jerusalem, a New Tel Aviv, and a New Nazareth. The team consisted of Special Operations soldiers trained in the mountains of Israel and the winter forests of North America. They all were also architects, engineers, and other specialties. They would set up FOBs at each point. They began to prep stealth bombers to mark a line in the snow. China would NOT cross.</div></blockquote><br/>china tells isreal to stay back and leave or the colonys will be invaded"
12711,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=950,2014-12-15T17:35:00,New Napo France,Panama asks the Soviets of they want to be in the Coalition against the Australian Empire.
12712,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=950,2014-12-15T17:36:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Napo France <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22809917#p22809917"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22809879#p22809879"">wrote</a>:</cite>Korean forces invade New Guinea, for the reason that in can allow easier access to Australia. Korea request China to get ready for war.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Panama asks Korea to release the newly annexed New Guinea territories after the war/end of the Coalition.</div></blockquote><br/>Korea will agree for now, as any territory that can aid the Republic in its mission is of the upmost importance."
12713,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=950,2014-12-15T17:36:00,Gyrenaica,"Botswana and Malawi are accepted into the federation.<br/><br/>The Federation claims a small archipelago of Antarctica.<br/><br/>The federation invites Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Oman, the UAE, Bahrain, Qatar, America, and Canada to the Alliance of Petroleum Exporting Nations.<br/><br/>Ethiopia will soon vote whether or not to join the federation despite threats from Wadiya."
12714,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=950,2014-12-15T17:38:00,New Napo France,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22809938#p22809938"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Napo France <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22809917#p22809917"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Panama asks Korea to release the newly annexed New Guinea territories after the war/end of the Coalition.</div></blockquote><br/>Korea will agree for now, as any territory that can aid the Republic in its mission is of the upmost importance.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOG:You got the part of the message where i said after the war right because that confused me."
12715,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=975,2014-12-15T17:38:00,Atlas Security,"The Israelis arrived at set points, and expanded out to create a path to connect to each other. They built heavily fortified bases, and sent the message for more Israeli Expeditionary Force members to arrive.<br/><br/>Israel tells China that they are occupying a completely different area of Antarctica. They request that the colonies coexist, especially since they are so far apart."
12716,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=975,2014-12-15T17:38:00,Gyrenaica,"The Federation supports Israel's colony in Antarctica. If China invades, we will come to Israel's defense."
12717,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=975,2014-12-15T17:39:00,Atlas Security,"<blockquote><div><cite>Gyrenaica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22809967#p22809967"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Federation supports Israel's colony in Antarctica. If China invades, we will come to Israel's defense.</div></blockquote><br/>The Israeli people gratefully accept the Federation's offer. They request that a formal alliance be drafted at Tel Aviv."
12718,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=975,2014-12-15T17:40:00,Badassistanian,China controls half of Antarctica and ends the invasion
12719,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=975,2014-12-15T17:41:00,Great Britain and Belgium,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22809879#p22809879"">wrote</a>:</cite>Korean forces invade New Guinea, for the reason that in can allow easier access to Australia. Korea request China to get ready for war.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The Australian Air Force begins bombing raids on New Guinea to herald the arrival of the invading force. Over 40 planes, departing from northern Australia, are taking part in the raid. They are attenpting to push back the advancing Korean troops. Korea should intervene in a former Australian territory especially one that is to be annexed by Australia to return it to it's mother nation."
12720,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=975,2014-12-15T17:41:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Napo France <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22809960#p22809960"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22809938#p22809938"">wrote</a>:</cite>Korea will agree for now, as any territory that can aid the Republic in its mission is of the upmost importance.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOG:You got the part of the message where i said after the war right?</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: Yeah, but if it aids me in becoming the top superpower I'm keeping it."
12721,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=975,2014-12-15T17:43:00,Atlas Security,"The Israelis quickly expand into the other half of Antarctica, with their highly trained soldiers building town after town, checkpoint after checkpoint, as more reinforcements arrive. They form a DMZ in the center. New Jerusalem was already beginning to look beautiful, as the Hebrew people tend to have that effect on otherwise inhospitable areas."
12722,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=975,2014-12-15T17:44:00,Gyrenaica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Atlas Security <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22809989#p22809989"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Gyrenaica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22809967#p22809967"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Federation supports Israel's colony in Antarctica. If China invades, we will come to Israel's defense.</div></blockquote><br/>The Israeli people gratefully accept the Federation's offer. They request that a formal alliance be drafted at Tel Aviv.</div></blockquote><br/>The Federation agrees to this alliance.<br/><br/>The Federation expands its Antarctican colony in Enderby land and New Schwabenland. The colony in Enderby is named New Tunis and there are 2 in New Schwabenland: one is named New Abuja and the other is New Nairobi. The troops are suited with the best cold suits in the world and are each armed with a pistol and submachine gun."
12723,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=975,2014-12-15T17:44:00,Badassistanian,"200,000 soldiers begin an invasion of west Australia pushing hard against there defenses this attack was provoked when bombings of Korea began. Chinese soldiers engage in many bloody battles loseing many men but prevail."
12724,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=975,2014-12-15T17:46:00,Gyrenaica,A 4th colony is set up named New Togoland and a 5th named New Sierra<br/><br/>The federation resumes its space program and begins funding billions to it.
12725,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=975,2014-12-15T17:46:00,Great Britain and Belgium,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22810040#p22810040"">wrote</a>:</cite>200,000 soldiers begin an invasion of west Australia pushing hard against there defenses this attack was provoked when bombings of Korea began. Chinese soldiers engage in many bloody battles loseing many men but prevail.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC: What a<span style=""font-weight: bold"">HUGE</span>overreation. You invade with 200,000 troops because of a few bombing raids."
12726,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=975,2014-12-15T17:46:00,Badassistanian,More Chinese towns are built in the colonys and military outposts are set up. We begin to terraform the land into a beautiful new region . We offer to sell the art of terr forming to isreal
12727,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=975,2014-12-15T17:47:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Great Britain and Belgium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22810003#p22810003"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22809879#p22809879"">wrote</a>:</cite>Korean forces invade New Guinea, for the reason that in can allow easier access to Australia. Korea request China to get ready for war.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The Australian Air Force begins bombing raids on New Guinea to herald the arrival of the invading force. Over 40 planes, departing from northern Australia, are taking part in the raid. They are attenpting to push back the advancing Korean troops. Korea should intervene in a former Australian territory especially one that is to be annexed by Australia to return it to it's mother nation.</div></blockquote><br/>Korea informs the coalition of Australia's attack, as 4,000 forces are sent in to repeal the attack, as a new class of submarine is being unveiled, the ""Rusher"" is a new submarine designed with a sleeker design to move quickly out the way, sink deeper, and not be easily noticed by radar, as the missiles have been modified to sink a ship with one hit. The submarine uses frequency hopping so the enemy can't repeal the torpedoes, or hack into the mainframe, soldiers are also equipped better to deal with this new threat, using V-TOLs to attack from the air."
12728,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=975,2014-12-15T17:47:00,New Napo France,"<blockquote><div><cite>Great Britain and Belgium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22810003#p22810003"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22809879#p22809879"">wrote</a>:</cite>Korean forces invade New Guinea, for the reason that in can allow easier access to Australia. Korea request China to get ready for war.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The Australian Air Force begins bombing raids on New Guinea to herald the arrival of the invading force. Over 40 planes, departing from northern Australia, are taking part in the raid. They are attenpting to push back the advancing Korean troops. Korea should intervene in a former Australian territory especially one that is to be annexed by Australia to return it to it's mother nation.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Invading New Guinea will result in all out war and this bombing is unacceptable, we wish for reparations for the lost equipment."
12729,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=975,2014-12-15T17:47:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Great Britain and Belgium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22810063#p22810063"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22810040#p22810040"">wrote</a>:</cite>200,000 soldiers begin an invasion of west Australia pushing hard against there defenses this attack was provoked when bombings of Korea began. Chinese soldiers engage in many bloody battles loseing many men but prevail.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC: What a <span style=""font-weight: bold"">HUGE</span> overreation. You invade with 200,000 troops because of a few bombing raids.</div></blockquote><br/>yes but the Chinese want land and your the best canadite also no one but me touches korea"
12730,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=975,2014-12-15T17:48:00,New Napo France,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22810069#p22810069"">wrote</a>:</cite>More Chinese towns are built in the colonys and military outposts are set up. We begin to terraform the land into a beautiful new region . We offer to sell the art of terr forming to isreal</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Panama orders to stand down temporarily."
12731,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=975,2014-12-15T17:48:00,Togeria,"Korea wishes to begin expansion into Anarcteca, wiling to pay for the land as they plan on naming their first colony New Seoul."
12732,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=975,2014-12-15T17:48:00,Gyrenaica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22810040#p22810040"">wrote</a>:</cite>200,000 soldiers begin an invasion of west Australia pushing hard against there defenses this attack was provoked when bombings of Korea began. Chinese soldiers engage in many bloody battles loseing many men but prevail.</div></blockquote><br/>The Federation condemns the attack and extends the embargo to 3 years instead of 1. (Yes this will affect you. You have any idea how much big nations rely on cheap African labor to make their stuff?!)<br/><br/>The federation continues in colonizing Antarctica. Anti-freeze seeds are planted. The plan is to make African Antarctica habitable."
12733,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=975,2014-12-15T17:49:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22810095#p22810095"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Great Britain and Belgium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22810063#p22810063"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>OOC: What a <span style=""font-weight: bold"">HUGE</span> overreation. You invade with 200,000 troops because of a few bombing raids.</div></blockquote><br/>yes but the Chinese want land and your the best canadite also no one but me touches korea</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: you've expanded enough, it's my turn."
12734,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=975,2014-12-15T17:49:00,Badassistanian,Chinese forces continue to push the line firing icbms loaded with explosive warheads into Australian towns
12735,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=975,2014-12-15T17:50:00,New Napo France,Panama asks the US to join the coalition against the Australian Empire.
12736,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=975,2014-12-15T17:51:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22810120#p22810120"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22810095#p22810095"">wrote</a>:</cite>yes but the Chinese want land and your the best canadite also noone but me touches korea</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: you've expanded enough, it's my turn.</div></blockquote><br/>hahaha china is never to big"
12737,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=975,2014-12-15T17:51:00,Togeria,"Using its position in in Indonesia a force of 20,000 are sent to invade Australia, using the V-TOLs to begin bombing raids of naval docks, as the fleets move in."
12738,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=975,2014-12-15T17:51:00,Atlas Security,"Israel, with territory in the developing Israeli Antarctican Zone, begins to look into space ventures. They craft space warfare suits with environmental control and modify their weapons for space. They begin to pour money into an Antarctic Space Launch Zone, and have one set up. All of the gear is in preliminary stages, but things look bright. They politely decline China's offer, and condemn the use of nuclear missiles against Australia, imperialistic as they may be."
12739,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=975,2014-12-15T17:52:00,Aglium,"~Meanwhile~<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Breaking News!</span><br/><br/>ISIS has killed 67 people today after the terrorist cell attacked the Empire state Building in New York."
12740,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1000,2014-12-15T17:52:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22810149#p22810149"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22810120#p22810120"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: you've expanded enough, it's my turn.</div></blockquote><br/>hahaha china is never to big</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: I'll close back relations, you have the north, I want the south."
12741,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1000,2014-12-15T17:52:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,CHEERS TO 1000 POSTS!
12742,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1000,2014-12-15T17:52:00,Gyrenaica,Africa sends troops to Australia to defend it from Chinese imperialists.<br/><br/>The embargo is extended to 6 years. We ask that the Soviets refrain from aiding China in the imperialist invasion of Australia.
12743,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1000,2014-12-15T17:52:00,Badassistanian,Occ:I hold all of western antartica
12744,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1000,2014-12-15T17:53:00,Great Britain and Belgium,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Napo France <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22810092#p22810092"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Great Britain and Belgium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22810003#p22810003"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>The Australian Air Force begins bombing raids on New Guinea to herald the arrival of the invading force. Over 40 planes, departing from northern Australia, are taking part in the raid. They are attenpting to push back the advancing Korean troops. Korea should intervene in a former Australian territory especially one that is to be annexed by Australia to return it to it's mother nation.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Invading New Guinea will result in all out war and this bombing is unacceptable, we wish for reparations for the lost equipment.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Reparations will not be paid because troops and equipment from Panama was not used. It was a Korean attack on New Guinea. Also you say us invading New Guinea will result in all out war, so is Panama ignoring the fact that Korea has invaded a rightful Australian territory?<br/>The President also thanks Africa for it's donation of troops to help with the unprovoked Chinese invasion."
12745,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1000,2014-12-15T17:53:00,Togeria,"OOC: you get the coast, I wan the that part."
12746,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1000,2014-12-15T17:54:00,Gyrenaica,"The Federation troops in Australia where the flag of Korea, and some wear the one of Brazil. This is to disguise themselves."
12747,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1000,2014-12-15T17:54:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,We take a small amount of land at the tip of the Antarctic Peninsula as a small ecocity.<br/><br/>We warn Australia we will declare war.
12748,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1000,2014-12-15T17:54:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22810164#p22810164"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22810149#p22810149"">wrote</a>:</cite>hahaha china is never to big</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: I'll close back relations, you have the north, I want the south.</div></blockquote><br/>china agrees. Chinese fleet defends the Chines soldiers againt the Africans and we continue to push the line"
12749,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1000,2014-12-15T17:54:00,Atlas Security,"<blockquote><div><cite>Aglium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22810163#p22810163"">wrote</a>:</cite>~Meanwhile~ <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Breaking News!</span> <br/><br/>ISIS has killed 67 people today after the terrorist cell attacked the Empire state Building in New York.</div></blockquote><br/>Israel shares in the sorrow of America as ISIS attacks all nations, worldwide. They offer to bring relationships closer with America."
12750,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1000,2014-12-15T17:54:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Great Britain and Belgium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22810190#p22810190"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Napo France <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22810092#p22810092"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Invading New Guinea will result in all out war and this bombing is unacceptable, we wish for reparations for the lost equipment.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Reparations will not be paid because troops and equipment from Panama was not used. It was a Korean attack on New Guinea. Also you say us invading New Guinea will result in all out war, so is Panama ignoring the fact that Korea has invaded a rightful Australian territory.<br/>The President also thanks Africa for it's donation of troops to help with the unprovoked Chinese invasion.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: I hope you know I'm attacking you at the your coast too."
12751,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1000,2014-12-15T17:55:00,New Napo France,Panama opens it's doors for peace with Australia and also mentions the reparations were for Korea.
12752,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1000,2014-12-15T17:55:00,Aglium,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Napo France <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22810141#p22810141"">wrote</a>:</cite>Panama asks the US to join the coalition against the Australian Empire.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>America denies saying that they are busy trying to haunt down all the remaining members of ISIS."
12753,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1000,2014-12-15T17:56:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Gyrenaica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22810201#p22810201"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Federation troops in Australia where the flag of Korea, and some wear the one of Brazil. This is to disguise themselves.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: but it doesn't change skin color.....I mean we can tell your from Africa."
12754,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1000,2014-12-15T17:56:00,New Napo France,Panama announces the reparations were for Korea and opens it's doors for peace to Australia.
12755,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1000,2014-12-15T17:56:00,Gyrenaica,"The Federation says that if any nation annexes any parts of Australia if it is defeated it will result in condemnation. Australia was annexing rightful land in Oceania and we allowed them to take Madagascar and Mozambique. If they let Chile go, will you all stand down?"
12756,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1000,2014-12-15T17:56:00,Gyrenaica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22810228#p22810228"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Gyrenaica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22810201#p22810201"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Federation troops in Australia where the flag of Korea, and some wear the one of Brazil. This is to disguise themselves.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: but it doesn't change skin color.....I mean we can tell your from Africa.</div></blockquote><br/>Masks baby.. Masks..."
12757,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1000,2014-12-15T17:57:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,We want korea to release japan.
12758,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1000,2014-12-15T17:57:00,Gyrenaica,The federation implores china and Korea to halt their expansion in Australia. Make peace with them.
12759,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1000,2014-12-15T17:57:00,Aglium,"<blockquote><div><cite>Atlas Security <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22810209#p22810209"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Aglium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22810163#p22810163"">wrote</a>:</cite>~Meanwhile~ <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Breaking News!</span> <br/><br/>ISIS has killed 67 people today after the terrorist cell attacked the Empire state Building in New York.</div></blockquote><br/>Israel shares in the sorrow of America as ISIS attacks all nations, worldwide. They offer to bring relationships closer with America.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>America agrees to the offer."
12760,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1000,2014-12-15T17:58:00,Badassistanian,We push the front with little oppisition
12761,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1000,2014-12-15T17:58:00,Great Britain and Belgium,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Napo France <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22810212#p22810212"">wrote</a>:</cite>Panama opens it's doors for peace with Australia and also mentions the reparations were for Korea.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>We will accept peace, of course, after all it was not us that started the unecessary war. A small amount of repartions will be paid to Korea, however we also demand Korea give Australia reparations to make up for loss of life and aircraft caused by their unecessary attack on New Guinea."
12762,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1000,2014-12-15T17:58:00,Togeria,"Korea continues it's attack in Australia, using fast, harsh, and brutal war tactics, to break the lines of communication, as these battles are to show the power of Korea."
12763,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1000,2014-12-15T17:58:00,New Napo France,"<blockquote><div><cite>Gyrenaica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22810236#p22810236"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Federation says that if any nation annexes any parts of Australia if it is defeated it will result in condemnation. Australia was annexing rightful land in Oceania and we allowed them to take Madagascar and Mozambique. If they let Chile go, will you all stand down?</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Australia must give up any land in South America and any plans for expansion there."
12764,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1000,2014-12-15T17:58:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Gyrenaica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22810249#p22810249"">wrote</a>:</cite>The federation implores china and Korea to halt their expansion in Australia. Make peace with them.</div></blockquote><br/>we are merely protecting Korea and gaining land"
12765,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1025,2014-12-15T17:59:00,Gyrenaica,"The. Federation announces its recognition of Japanese independence from Korea.<br/><br/>The federation troops in Australia where masks.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Abuja, Nigeria</span><br/>A pill has been perfected that will change any skin color to whatever you want."
12766,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1025,2014-12-15T17:59:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"We ask america to join us in asking Korea to release Japan, a nation that does not want to be Korean.<br/><br/>OOC: We need a war..."
12767,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1025,2014-12-15T17:59:00,Atlas Security,"<blockquote><div><cite>Aglium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22810258#p22810258"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Atlas Security <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22810209#p22810209"">wrote</a>:</cite>Israel shares in the sorrow of America as ISIS attacks all nations, worldwide. They offer to bring relationships closer with America.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>America agrees to the offer.</div></blockquote><br/>Israel wonders if America would like an allied zone in the Israeli Antarctic Zone, as there is much land, and they are willing to share. It would be used as an FOB against any enemies."
12768,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1025,2014-12-15T17:59:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22810246#p22810246"">wrote</a>:</cite>We want korea to release japan.</div></blockquote><br/>Korea refuses, stating Japan is as precioust to them as India to the SSR, and Mars, Venus, and Antarctica to the Chinese."
12769,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1025,2014-12-15T18:00:00,Gyrenaica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22810284#p22810284"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Gyrenaica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22810249#p22810249"">wrote</a>:</cite>The federation implores china and Korea to halt their expansion in Australia. Make peace with them.</div></blockquote><br/>we are merely protecting Korea <span style=""font-weight: bold"">and gaining land.</span></div></blockquote><br/><br/><img alt="":blink:"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_blink.gif"" title=""Confused""/>"
12770,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1025,2014-12-15T18:00:00,New Napo France,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22810284#p22810284"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Gyrenaica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22810249#p22810249"">wrote</a>:</cite>The federation implores china and Korea to halt their expansion in Australia. Make peace with them.</div></blockquote><br/>we are merely protecting Korea and gaining land</div></blockquote><br/><br/>My peace can be added onto announces Romero Nino."
12771,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1025,2014-12-15T18:00:00,Badassistanian,The Australian death count rises as we issue drones to begin firing on australian land.
12772,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1025,2014-12-15T18:00:00,Gyrenaica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22810294#p22810294"">wrote</a>:</cite>We ask america to join us in asking Korea to release Japan, a nation that does not want to be Korean.<br/><br/>OOC: We need a war...</div></blockquote><br/>No! We don't!!! WE have 40 pages of IC."
12773,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1025,2014-12-15T18:01:00,Togeria,"Korea begins fortifying its border with Russia, as now for the first time looks to China for help, claiming them as their true ""brother"""
12774,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1025,2014-12-15T18:01:00,Gyrenaica,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">African embassy, China</span><br/>All African embassies are evacuated"
12775,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1025,2014-12-15T18:02:00,Atlas Security,"<blockquote><div><cite>Gyrenaica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22810315#p22810315"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22810294#p22810294"">wrote</a>:</cite>We ask america to join us in asking Korea to release Japan, a nation that does not want to be Korean.<br/><br/>OOC: We need a war...</div></blockquote><br/>No! We don't!!! WE have 40 pages of IC.</div></blockquote><br/>It is quite fast paced... let's put some story into this RP. Check out my first few posts."
12776,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1025,2014-12-15T18:02:00,New Napo France,"Panama asks the Soviets if they wish to support Panama in a war to unite Central America, immediately."
12777,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1025,2014-12-15T18:03:00,Aglium,America starts to build a space weapon called 'ODIN' it will be done in six years.
12778,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1025,2014-12-15T18:03:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22810305#p22810305"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22810246#p22810246"">wrote</a>:</cite>We want korea to release japan.</div></blockquote><br/>Korea refuses, stating Japan is as precioust to them as India to the SSR, and Mars, Venus, and Antarctica to the Chinese.</div></blockquote><br/>Cough cough we went to Venus. We're just about to send a cat actually, AND A HAPPY NEW YEAR OF 2020 TO EVERYONE!<br/><br/>A cat lands on Venus using the techniques described before, and comes back safely!<br/><br/>We also view the koreans as mad now, and ask for chinas help if they attack, as we have supported china for ages. We will also support Panama.<br/><br/>Also,Aglium, its 2020 now!"
12779,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1025,2014-12-15T18:04:00,Togeria,"Korea has begun breaching the Australian lines, as the empire puts up harsh resistance, the troops begin the slowly breach the land, as now soldiers are required to give a blood sample to see if they are from Korea."
12780,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1025,2014-12-15T18:04:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Atlas Security <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22810332#p22810332"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Gyrenaica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22810315#p22810315"">wrote</a>:</cite>No! We don't!!! WE have 40 pages of IC.</div></blockquote><br/>It is quite fast paced... let's put some story into this RP. Check out my first few posts.</div></blockquote><br/>A war is better than colonising."
12781,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1025,2014-12-15T18:04:00,New Napo France,"<blockquote><div><cite>Aglium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22810346#p22810346"">wrote</a>:</cite>America starts to build a space weapon called 'ODIN' it will be done in six years.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>We know were this leads.<br/>Secretly to the US, aim it at China says Romero Nino."
12782,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1025,2014-12-15T18:05:00,Gyrenaica,"<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-81YZ53v2GHI/UpWSeO_5_9I/AAAAAAAABm8/pR_MwD3e8yI/s1600/Future-weapons-tanks-7.jpeg"" rel=""nofollow"">New tank designs</a>are released and the Federation begins the making of these tanks."
12783,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1025,2014-12-15T18:06:00,Atlas Security,"<blockquote><div><cite>Aglium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22810346#p22810346"">wrote</a>:</cite>America starts to build a space weapon called 'ODIN' it will be done in six years.</div></blockquote><br/>Minister of State Stein saw this space weapon as a very intelligent idea. He consulted Netanyahu. He was given the go ahead to speak with the Minister of Finance, who agreed that an investment would be wise. Eleazar, Minister of Defense, agreed as well. They contacted America on a secure version of Skype."
12784,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1025,2014-12-15T18:06:00,Togeria,"Korea claims it is not mad, but fearful as this is the first time the Soviets have begun trying to take apart Korea. Korea sat by and watched as both China and Russia built their lands an claims, yet they hypocritically refuse theirs?"
12785,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1025,2014-12-15T18:07:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Napo France <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22810365#p22810365"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Aglium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22810346#p22810346"">wrote</a>:</cite>America starts to build a space weapon called 'ODIN' it will be done in six years.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>We know were this leads.<br/>Secretly to the US, aim it at China says Romero Nino.</div></blockquote><br/>The KGB intercepts by wiretapping and sends the news to the Chinese gov and the Soviet gov.<br/><br/>OOC: I'll add story when i get back on computer."
12786,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1025,2014-12-15T18:07:00,New Napo France,"<blockquote><div><cite>Gyrenaica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22810371#p22810371"">wrote</a>:</cite><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-81YZ53v2GHI/UpWSeO_5_9I/AAAAAAAABm8/pR_MwD3e8yI/s1600/Future-weapons-tanks-7.jpeg"" rel=""nofollow"">New tank designs</a> are released and the Federation begins the making of these tanks.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Panama asks to adopt these tanks. 10,000 PA Rangers pour into Costa Rica along with a declaration of war."
12787,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1025,2014-12-15T18:08:00,Atlas Security,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22810392#p22810392"">wrote</a>:</cite>Korea claims it is not mad, but fearful as this is the first time the Soviets have begun trying to take apart Korea. Korea sat by and watched as both China and Russia built their lands an claims, yet they hypocritically refuse theirs?</div></blockquote><br/>Israel watches the situation with interest. Defense Minister Eleazar notices this and the Niro Note. The State of Israel began to deploy intelligence operatives from several points to monitor the situation firsthand."
12788,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1025,2014-12-15T18:09:00,New Napo France,Nino asks for peace talks for remaining Australian soldiers.
12789,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1025,2014-12-15T18:09:00,Gyrenaica,"<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://theaviationist.com/2012/09/09/octopus-birds/"" rel=""nofollow"">The Federations new aircraft carrier</a>is docked in the port of Namibia, southern Namibia."
12790,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1050,2014-12-15T18:10:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Atlas Security <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22810420#p22810420"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22810392#p22810392"">wrote</a>:</cite>Korea claims it is not mad, but fearful as this is the first time the Soviets have begun trying to take apart Korea. Korea sat by and watched as both China and Russia built their lands an claims, yet they hypocritically refuse theirs?</div></blockquote><br/>Israel watches the situation with interest. Defense Minister Eleazar notices this and the Niro Note. The State of Israel began to deploy intelligence operatives from several points to monitor the situation firsthand.</div></blockquote><br/>The USSR becomes heavily isolationist."
12791,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1050,2014-12-15T18:11:00,Gyrenaica,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Napo France <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22810407#p22810407"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Gyrenaica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22810371#p22810371"">wrote</a>:</cite><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-81YZ53v2GHI/UpWSeO_5_9I/AAAAAAAABm8/pR_MwD3e8yI/s1600/Future-weapons-tanks-7.jpeg"" rel=""nofollow"">New tank designs</a> are released and the Federation begins the making of these tanks.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Panama asks to adopt these tanks. 10,000 PA Rangers pour into Costa Rica along with a declaration of war.</div></blockquote><br/>They are merely designs which we will not give to others. We will sell you some when we begin making them though. They are very intricate. Impossible to figure out after taking them apart those whom designed them are prohibited from leaving the federation or sharing with anyone. Each part is made and no one, beside the designers, knows how to make a whole tank by themselves."
12792,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1050,2014-12-15T18:13:00,New Napo France,"<blockquote><div><cite>Gyrenaica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22810430#p22810430"">wrote</a>:</cite><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://theaviationist.com/2012/09/09/octopus-birds/"" rel=""nofollow"">The Federations new aircraft carrier</a> is docked in the port of Namibia, southern Namibia.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Panama asks for any upcoming and current military products of the Federation to be sold to Panama, which is also asking for a trade agreement."
12793,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1050,2014-12-15T18:14:00,Gyrenaica,"<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-GW6MxOVYZx4/UpWSdmpWUNI/AAAAAAAABm0/xtsl6zB3GBM/s1600/Future-weapons-tanks-8.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">More tanks</a>are designed to upgrade the African military. These weapons are prohibited to be sold to China or Korea. The nation slowly begins to dominate military technology."
12794,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1050,2014-12-15T18:14:00,Togeria,"KSA are deployed to counter Isreal, Korea beloved these matters are only to be held by them, and those they have called in. Not Isreal."
12795,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1050,2014-12-15T18:15:00,Aglium,"America made a new drone called the Lodestar.<br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://img2.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20121209083826/callofduty/images/c/c6/Lodestar_Menu_Icon_BOII.png""/><br/><br/>The U.S. will trade this Drone to any nation."
12796,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1050,2014-12-15T18:15:00,Atlas Security,"Israel proposes to NATO and the Federation a permanent pact, called the Genesis alliance."
12797,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1050,2014-12-15T18:16:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Gyrenaica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22810477#p22810477"">wrote</a>:</cite><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-GW6MxOVYZx4/UpWSdmpWUNI/AAAAAAAABm0/xtsl6zB3GBM/s1600/Future-weapons-tanks-8.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">More tanks</a> are designed to upgrade the African military. These weapons are prohibited to be sold to China or Korea. The nation slowly begins to dominate military technology.</div></blockquote><br/>Korea proposes a armastice, as they with aid from China and the USA, begin to enter the technology market. They now begin developing new guns and artillery. Korea request to buy this new drone."
12798,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1050,2014-12-15T18:16:00,New Napo France,The PA Rangers race to the capitol of San Jose and subdues the government. Nino asks if Panama could annex Costa Rica
12799,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1050,2014-12-15T18:16:00,Aglium,"<blockquote><div><cite>Atlas Security <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22810390#p22810390"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Aglium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22810346#p22810346"">wrote</a>:</cite>America starts to build a space weapon called 'ODIN' it will be done in six years.</div></blockquote><br/>Minister of State Stein saw this space weapon as a very intelligent idea. He consulted Netanyahu. He was given the go ahead to speak with the Minister of Finance, who agreed that an investment would be wise. Eleazar, Minister of Defense, agreed as well. They contacted America on a secure version of Skype.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""How may I help you?"" President Scott asked."
12800,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1050,2014-12-15T18:17:00,Gyrenaica,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Napo France <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22810474#p22810474"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Gyrenaica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22810430#p22810430"">wrote</a>:</cite><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://theaviationist.com/2012/09/09/octopus-birds/"" rel=""nofollow"">The Federations new aircraft carrier</a> is docked in the port of Namibia, southern Namibia.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Panama asks for any upcoming and current military products of the Federation to be sold to Panama, which is also asking for a trade agreement.</div></blockquote><br/>Again, these are intricate designs whom construction will commence in a year and each tank will cost tons, take a long time, and just be a beast.<br/><br/>To: Korea, china<br/>Make peace with Australia, ask them to leave South America to prevent anymore casualties. Please in the name of decency and friendship, let them live.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Aglium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22810487#p22810487"">wrote</a>:</cite>America made a new drone called the Lodestar. <br/><br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://img2.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20121209083826/callofduty/images/c/c6/Lodestar_Menu_Icon_BOII.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>) <br/><br/>The U.S. will trade this Drone to any nation.</div></blockquote><br/>The Federation proposes to the U.S. to enter joint military designs.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Atlas Security <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22810492#p22810492"">wrote</a>:</cite>Israel proposes to NATO and the Federation a permanent pact, called the Genesis alliance.</div></blockquote><br/>We are willing to join this alliance."
12801,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1050,2014-12-15T18:18:00,Atlas Security,"<blockquote><div><cite>Aglium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22810487#p22810487"">wrote</a>:</cite>America made a new drone called the Lodestar. <br/><br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://img2.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20121209083826/callofduty/images/c/c6/Lodestar_Menu_Icon_BOII.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>) <br/><br/>The U.S. will trade this Drone to any nation.</div></blockquote><br/>Israel will trade $1 billion USD for the Lodestar, as well as permission to modify and locally produce it.<br/><br/>The three men respond to Scott. ""We would like to invest in ODIN. It is seen as a valuable asset to both nations."
12802,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1050,2014-12-15T18:18:00,Badassistanian,The Chinese are displeased with space weopens since they threaten the utopia we built on mars
12803,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1050,2014-12-15T18:18:00,New Napo France,"<blockquote><div><cite>Aglium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22810487#p22810487"">wrote</a>:</cite>America made a new drone called the Lodestar. <br/><br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://img2.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20121209083826/callofduty/images/c/c6/Lodestar_Menu_Icon_BOII.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>) <br/><br/>The U.S. will trade this Drone to any nation.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Panama asks for the drones schematic or for the products to be sold to us for 3 billion dollars."
12804,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1050,2014-12-15T18:19:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,The Soviets are sad their being left out of everything and ignored.
12805,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1050,2014-12-15T18:20:00,New Napo France,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22810533#p22810533"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Soviets are sad their being left out of everything and ignored.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Panama asks Russia to contemplate on the war in Costa Rica."
12806,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1050,2014-12-15T18:20:00,Badassistanian,We wish to buy American drones
12807,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1050,2014-12-15T18:21:00,Gyrenaica,"<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://www.hisstank.com/gi-joe-news/other-14/massive-black-reveals-gi-joe-concept-art-11406/"" rel=""nofollow"">African tanks</a>during a military exercise is Namibia.<br/><br/>The Federation invites America, Canada, and Israel to a joint tech development of military weapons. We have some great designs together, and together we can make our nations the best."
12808,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1050,2014-12-15T18:21:00,Great Britain and Belgium,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22810533#p22810533"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Soviets are sad their being left out of everything and ignored.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The Australian Government wishes to enter a defensive alliance with the Soviet Union. This would include the trading of military hardware and a mutual defence pact. Does the USSR accept?"
12809,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1050,2014-12-15T18:22:00,Aglium,"<blockquote><div><cite>Atlas Security <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22810519#p22810519"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Aglium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22810487#p22810487"">wrote</a>:</cite>America made a new drone called the Lodestar. <br/><br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://img2.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20121209083826/callofduty/images/c/c6/Lodestar_Menu_Icon_BOII.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>) <br/><br/>The U.S. will trade this Drone to any nation.</div></blockquote><br/>Israel will trade $1 billion USD for the Lodestar, as well as permission to modify and locally produce it.<br/><br/>The three men respond to Scott. ""We would like to invest in ODIN. It is seen as a valuable asset to both nations.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>America gives Israel 30 Lodestars.<br/><br/>""Yes it is it will help America defend it's self from Invading Nations on Earth."" Scott said.<br/><br/>""You can help."""
12810,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1050,2014-12-15T18:22:00,Badassistanian,Occ:I'm preparing for a map update and ask all nations to send recently gained lands to me via telegram
12811,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1050,2014-12-15T18:22:00,Gyrenaica,The Federation advises America to not sell any tech to China nor Korea as they have both invaded Australia for something they weren't rightly involved in. South America could have easily pushed them out.
12812,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1050,2014-12-15T18:22:00,New Napo France,"<blockquote><div><cite>Great Britain and Belgium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22810568#p22810568"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22810533#p22810533"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Soviets are sad their being left out of everything and ignored.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The Australian Government wishes to enter a defensive alliance with the Soviet Union. This would include the trading of military hardware and a mutual defence pact. Does the USSR accept?</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Panama suggests to say no because of Australia's current status."
12813,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1050,2014-12-15T18:23:00,Atlas Security,"<blockquote><div><cite>Gyrenaica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22810561#p22810561"">wrote</a>:</cite><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://www.hisstank.com/gi-joe-news/other-14/massive-black-reveals-gi-joe-concept-art-11406/"" rel=""nofollow"">African tanks</a> during a military exercise is Namibia.<br/><br/>The Federation invites America, Canada, and Israel to a joint tech development of military weapons. We have some great designs together, and together we can make our nations the best.</div></blockquote><br/>Israel asks that this is part of Genesis"
12814,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1050,2014-12-15T18:23:00,Aglium,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Napo France <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22810529#p22810529"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Aglium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22810487#p22810487"">wrote</a>:</cite>America made a new drone called the Lodestar. <br/><br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://img2.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20121209083826/callofduty/images/c/c6/Lodestar_Menu_Icon_BOII.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>) <br/><br/>The U.S. will trade this Drone to any nation.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Panama asks for the drones schematic or for the products to be sold to us for 3 billion dollars.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The U.S. gives them the schematics."
12815,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1075,2014-12-15T18:24:00,Badassistanian,Chinese. Forces continue the attack in Australia asking for aid from Korea in hopes of splitting the country between the two nations
12816,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1075,2014-12-15T18:25:00,New Napo France,"<blockquote><div><cite>Aglium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22810591#p22810591"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Napo France <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22810529#p22810529"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Panama asks for the drones schematic or for the products to be sold to us for 3 billion dollars.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The U.S. gives them the schematics.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Nino thanks the US and asks for a trade agreement."
12817,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1075,2014-12-15T18:25:00,Great Britain and Belgium,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Napo France <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22810580#p22810580"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Great Britain and Belgium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22810568#p22810568"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>The Australian Government wishes to enter a defensive alliance with the Soviet Union. This would include the trading of military hardware and a mutual defence pact. Does the USSR accept?</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Panama suggests to say no because of Australia's current status.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Yes. Our status is: We are being wrongfully attacked by various nations, whom we did not provoke even in the slightest."
12818,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1075,2014-12-15T18:26:00,Badassistanian,We continue the invasion of Australia and ask for Korean aid. We also begin to turn the antartic tundra into a paradise for Chinese
12819,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1075,2014-12-15T18:26:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22810606#p22810606"">wrote</a>:</cite>Chinese. Forces continue the attack in Australia asking for aid from Korea in hopes of splitting the country between the two nations</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: I'm stopping attacks on Australia until we have given him proper time to respond."
12820,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1075,2014-12-15T18:26:00,Gyrenaica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22810606#p22810606"">wrote</a>:</cite>Chinese. Forces continue the attack in Australia asking for aid from Korea in hopes of splitting the country between the two nations</div></blockquote><br/>Again we implore you to make peace.<br/><br/>OOC: ENOUGH! For now. He isn't on."
12821,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1075,2014-12-15T18:27:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Gyrenaica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22810641#p22810641"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22810606#p22810606"">wrote</a>:</cite>Chinese. Forces continue the attack in Australia asking for aid from Korea in hopes of splitting the country between the two nations</div></blockquote><br/>Again we implore you to make peace.<br/><br/>OOC: ENOUGH! For now. He isn't on.</div></blockquote><br/>occ: sorry I thought he was"
12822,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1075,2014-12-15T18:28:00,New Napo France,"Loses after the Panama-Costa Rica War<br/>Panama:1,341<br/>Costa Rica:689<br/>Most Panamanian loses are said to be by ambush."
12823,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1075,2014-12-15T18:28:00,Aglium,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Napo France <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22810618#p22810618"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Aglium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22810591#p22810591"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>The U.S. gives them the schematics.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Nino thanks the US and asks for a trade agreement.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>America agrees."
12824,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1075,2014-12-15T18:29:00,Gyrenaica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Gyrenaica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22810515#p22810515"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Napo France <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22810474#p22810474"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Panama asks for any upcoming and current military products of the Federation to be sold to Panama, which is also asking for a trade agreement.</div></blockquote><br/>Again, these are intricate designs whom construction will commence in a year and each tank will cost tons, take a long time, and just be a beast. <br/><br/>To: Korea, china<br/>Make peace with Australia, ask them to leave South America to prevent anymore casualties. Please in the name of decency and friendship, let them live.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Aglium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22810487#p22810487"">wrote</a>:</cite>America made a new drone called the Lodestar. <br/><br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://img2.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20121209083826/callofduty/images/c/c6/Lodestar_Menu_Icon_BOII.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>) <br/><br/>The U.S. will trade this Drone to any nation.</div></blockquote><br/>The Federation proposes to the U.S. to enter joint military designs.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Atlas Security <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22810492#p22810492"">wrote</a>:</cite>Israel proposes to NATO and the Federation a permanent pact, called the Genesis alliance.</div></blockquote><br/>We are willing to join this alliance.</div></blockquote>"
12825,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1075,2014-12-15T18:29:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Gyrenaica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22810641#p22810641"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22810606#p22810606"">wrote</a>:</cite>Chinese. Forces continue the attack in Australia asking for aid from Korea in hopes of splitting the country between the two nations</div></blockquote><br/>Again we implore you to make peace.<br/><br/>OOC: ENOUGH! For now. He isn't on.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: don't worry, I'm stopping nations from attacking Australia until he returns. Please seek other nations that can respond."
12826,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1075,2014-12-15T18:30:00,Gyrenaica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22810682#p22810682"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Gyrenaica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22810641#p22810641"">wrote</a>:</cite>Again we implore you to make peace.<br/><br/>OOC: ENOUGH! For now. He isn't on.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: don't worry, I'm stopping nations from attacking Australia until he returns. Please seek other nations that can respond.</div></blockquote><br/>But not me cuz I can and will fuck anyone over who steps foot in my continent without my permission."
12827,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1075,2014-12-15T18:31:00,The Underground Movement Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Napo France <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22810654#p22810654"">wrote</a>:</cite>Loses after the Panama-Costa Rica War<br/>Panama:1,341<br/>Costa Rica:689<br/>Most Panamanian loses are said to be by ambush.</div></blockquote><br/>The Danish Union sends 800 soldiers along with military grade equipment over to Panama to aid them in their attempt in making a United Central America."
12828,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1075,2014-12-15T18:31:00,Aglium,America would like to help the Federation with new Tech.
12829,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1075,2014-12-15T18:32:00,New Napo France,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Underground Movement Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22810701#p22810701"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Napo France <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22810654#p22810654"">wrote</a>:</cite>Loses after the Panama-Costa Rica War<br/>Panama:1,341<br/>Costa Rica:689<br/>Most Panamanian loses are said to be by ambush.</div></blockquote><br/>The Danish Union sends 800 soldiers along with military grade equipment over to Panama to aid them in their attempt in making a United Central America.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Panama thanks the Danish Union and asks for an alliance and trade agreement."
12830,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1075,2014-12-15T18:32:00,Atlas Security,"<blockquote><div><cite>Aglium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22810703#p22810703"">wrote</a>:</cite>America would like to help the Federation with new Tech.</div></blockquote><br/>Israel is pending a response from America regarding the Genesis alliance, to cooperate on tech, warfare, and diplomacy. In Israeli Antarctica, there is a new Genesis zone at Freedom, a colony. It is used for any Genesis members."
12831,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1075,2014-12-15T18:33:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Gyrenaica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22810690#p22810690"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22810682#p22810682"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: don't worry, I'm stopping nations from attacking Australia until he returns. Please seek other nations that can respond.</div></blockquote><br/>But not me cuz I can and will fuck anyone over who steps foot in my continent without my permission.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: while I'm on I'm going to be enforcing the rules, now please enjoy the RP.<img alt="":)"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_smile.gif"" title=""Smile""/>"
12832,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1075,2014-12-15T18:33:00,Gyrenaica,The federation says that will drop its recognition of Japan as sovereign independent if Korea halts its attacks on Australia.
12833,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1075,2014-12-15T18:35:00,Aglium,"<blockquote><div><cite>Atlas Security <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22810715#p22810715"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Aglium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22810703#p22810703"">wrote</a>:</cite>America would like to help the Federation with new Tech.</div></blockquote><br/>Israel is pending a response from America regarding the Genesis alliance, to cooperate on tech, warfare, and diplomacy.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>America would like to join the alliance."
12834,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1075,2014-12-15T18:35:00,The Underground Movement Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Napo France <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22810713#p22810713"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Underground Movement Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22810701#p22810701"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Danish Union sends 800 soldiers along with military grade equipment over to Panama to aid them in their attempt in making a United Central America.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Panama thanks the Danish Union and asks for an alliance and trade agreement.</div></blockquote><br/>We accept both. The Danish offers to give your troops training along with Danish Union manufactured weapons. (DAR -1, DAR- 2, etc.)"
12835,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1075,2014-12-15T18:36:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,We apologise to korea and china and ask for an alliance. We also wish to join the genesis alliance.
12836,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1075,2014-12-15T18:36:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Gyrenaica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22810730#p22810730"">wrote</a>:</cite>The federation says that will drop its recognition of Japan as sovereign independent if Korea halts its attacks on Australia.</div></blockquote><br/>Korea accepts, attacks stopping, as forces send a armistice over to the empire."
12837,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1075,2014-12-15T18:36:00,Atlas Security,"<blockquote><div><cite>Aglium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22810746#p22810746"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Atlas Security <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22810715#p22810715"">wrote</a>:</cite>Israel is pending a response from America regarding the Genesis alliance, to cooperate on tech, warfare, and diplomacy.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>America would like to join the alliance.</div></blockquote><br/>The Genesis Zone is now open to America"
12838,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1075,2014-12-15T18:37:00,New Napo France,"<blockquote><div><cite>Gyrenaica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22810730#p22810730"">wrote</a>:</cite>The federation says that will drop its recognition of Japan as sovereign independent if Korea halts its attacks on Australia.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>I would like to add that the coalition against the Australian Empire is hosted by me so i will lead peace talks.Panama accepts all Danish proposals."
12839,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1075,2014-12-15T18:37:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22810766#p22810766"">wrote</a>:</cite>We apologise to korea and china and ask for an alliance. We also wish to join the genesis alliance.</div></blockquote><br/>Korea forgives Russia, and excepts the treaty, their embassy being re-established."
12840,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1100,2014-12-15T18:38:00,Atlas Security,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22810790#p22810790"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22810766#p22810766"">wrote</a>:</cite>We apologise to korea and china and ask for an alliance. We also wish to join the genesis alliance.</div></blockquote><br/>Korea forgives Russia, and excepts the treaty, their embassy being re-established.</div></blockquote><br/>Genesis shall vote on the USSRs acceptance to Genesis"
12841,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1100,2014-12-15T18:39:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"We ask to form the EURASI Alliance, consisting of China, Korea, Danish Union, Israel, and us."
12842,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1100,2014-12-15T18:39:00,Badassistanian,seeing korea drop china leaves the fight in Australia and offers peace
12843,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1100,2014-12-15T18:39:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22810804#p22810804"">wrote</a>:</cite>We ask to form the EURASI Alliance, consisting of China, Korea, Danish Union, Israel, and us.</div></blockquote><br/>we agree"
12844,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1100,2014-12-15T18:40:00,New Napo France,Panama attempts to contact Australia for peace talks. Also Panama asks to be in the Genesis Alliance.
12845,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1100,2014-12-15T18:40:00,Atlas Security,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22810804#p22810804"">wrote</a>:</cite>We ask to form the EURASI Alliance, consisting of China, Korea, Danish Union, Israel, and us.</div></blockquote><br/>State Minister Stein rang up the USSR. ""What would this alliance's ideology consist of?"""
12846,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1100,2014-12-15T18:41:00,Asmana,Italy invades the small island off the coast of Italy.
12847,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1100,2014-12-15T18:41:00,Badassistanian,occ map is updated
12848,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1100,2014-12-15T18:41:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Atlas Security <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22810825#p22810825"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22810804#p22810804"">wrote</a>:</cite>We ask to form the EURASI Alliance, consisting of China, Korea, Danish Union, Israel, and us.</div></blockquote><br/>State Minister Stein rang up the USSR. ""What would this alliance's ideology consist of?""</div></blockquote><br/>Democracy. We also invite italy."
12849,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1100,2014-12-15T18:42:00,Badassistanian,occ: thats todays final update
12850,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1100,2014-12-15T18:42:00,Atlas Security,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Napo France <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22810816#p22810816"">wrote</a>:</cite>Panama attempts to contact Australia for peace talks. Also Panama asks to be in the Genesis Alliance.</div></blockquote><br/>Genesis shall vote on Panama's and the USSR's acceptance to the Genesis alliance. They are granted Outsider Observer status, meaning that they are being evaluated, and may sit in on a meeting.<br/><br/>Israel accepts joining the EURASI Alliance"
12851,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1100,2014-12-15T18:43:00,The Underground Movement Union,"The Danish Union begins working on building a new Tank. We request scientists from the US, USSR, China, and Korea to help us design this new weapon."
12852,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1100,2014-12-15T18:43:00,The Underground Movement Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22810804#p22810804"">wrote</a>:</cite>We ask to form the EURASI Alliance, consisting of China, Korea, Danish Union, Israel, and us.</div></blockquote><br/>We willingly join."
12853,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1100,2014-12-15T18:44:00,Atlas Security,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Underground Movement Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22810858#p22810858"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Danish Union begins working on building a new Tank. We request scientists from the US, USSR, China, and Korea to help us design this new weapon.</div></blockquote><br/>Israel offers to send scientists to help"
12854,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1100,2014-12-15T18:44:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Underground Movement Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22810858#p22810858"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Danish Union begins working on building a new Tank. We request scientists from the US, USSR, China, and Korea to help us design this new weapon.</div></blockquote><br/>Korea accepts sending scientist over, and accepts Russia's alliance."
12855,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1100,2014-12-15T18:45:00,Badassistanian,We will aid in the tank
12856,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1100,2014-12-15T18:45:00,Zechaslavia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Gyrenaica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22809119#p22809119"">wrote</a>:</cite>Just cause I like lists: <br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Most Powerful</span><br/>1. USSR<br/>2. USA<br/>3. China<br/>4. WEU<br/>5. Britain<br/>6. Korea<br/>7. Germany<br/>8. Italy<br/>9. Nigeria<br/>10. Canada<br/>11. Australia<br/>12. Bulgaria<br/><br/>Note: this is only for the accepted nations on the map</div></blockquote><br/>OOC I like lists too<img alt="":)"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_smile.gif"" title=""Smile""/><br/>IC To Nigeria<br/>We kindly refuse to sell Libya to Nigeria do to its strategic importance to the WEU"
12857,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1100,2014-12-15T18:45:00,New Napo France,Panama begins the Costa Rica integration and asks to be apart of the research to try and strengthen the minds of Panama.
12858,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1100,2014-12-15T18:46:00,Gyrenaica,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Underground Movement Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22810858#p22810858"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Danish Union begins working on building a new Tank. We request scientists from the US, USSR, China, and Korea to help us design this new weapon.</div></blockquote><br/>W<br/>The Federation invites America, The DU, Panama, Israel, Canada, and Australia to form technological advancement alliance. This alliance would bring us the latest and most advanced technology."
12859,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1100,2014-12-15T18:46:00,Badassistanian,We wish to build a railroad from china into Korea to improve trade
12860,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1100,2014-12-15T18:47:00,Asmana,Italy has taken over the small island of the coast of Italy!<br/><br/>~Meanwhile off the coast of New York~<br/><br/>A Italian Sub is underwater waiting to attack New York.
12861,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1100,2014-12-15T18:47:00,Great Britain and Belgium,"<blockquote><div><cite>Gyrenaica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22810907#p22810907"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Underground Movement Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22810858#p22810858"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Danish Union begins working on building a new Tank. We request scientists from the US, USSR, China, and Korea to help us design this new weapon.</div></blockquote><br/>W<br/>The Federation invites America, The DU, Panama, Israel, Canada, and Australia to form technological advancement alliance. This alliance would bring us the latest and most advanced technology.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>The Australian Empire will gladly form this alliance."
12862,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1100,2014-12-15T18:47:00,New Napo France,"<blockquote><div><cite>Gyrenaica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22810907#p22810907"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Underground Movement Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22810858#p22810858"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Danish Union begins working on building a new Tank. We request scientists from the US, USSR, China, and Korea to help us design this new weapon.</div></blockquote><br/>W<br/>The Federation invites America, The DU, Panama, Israel, Canada, and Australia to form technological advancement alliance. This alliance would bring us the latest and most advanced technology.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Panama accepts pleasantly and Panama asks for a trade agreement with the WEU."
12863,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1100,2014-12-15T18:48:00,Atlas Security,"OOC) What is our position on Wadiya. You know, the country trying to destroy Israel.<br/><br/>Israeli forces send bombers into American airspace, and destroy the sub.<br/><br/>Israel agrees to the tech advancement alliance."
12864,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1100,2014-12-15T18:48:00,Badassistanian,China begins to research new planes and weapons to help the Chinese and there allies. We also are finally ready for the launch to Venus America being the only to help in this are offered a seat to venus
12865,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1125,2014-12-15T18:48:00,New Napo France,"Australia we wish for peace talks, we meaning the coalition against you."
12866,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1125,2014-12-15T18:49:00,Asmana,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Napo France <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22810932#p22810932"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Gyrenaica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22810907#p22810907"">wrote</a>:</cite>W<br/>The Federation invites America, The DU, Panama, Israel, Canada, and Australia to form technological advancement alliance. This alliance would bring us the latest and most advanced technology.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Panama accepts pleasantly and Panama asks for a trade agreement with the WEU.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC: You can't control another persons nation"
12867,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1125,2014-12-15T18:49:00,Badassistanian,We condemn Italy's attacks on america
12868,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1125,2014-12-15T18:50:00,Gyrenaica,"<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://indulgy.com/post/D9xc9toD22/ferrari-helicopter-future-vehicle-futur"" rel=""nofollow"">An African Ferrari Helicopter</a>flies over the island republic of Mauritius. (I own all islands except reunion off of Madagascar."
12869,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1125,2014-12-15T18:50:00,Gyrenaica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Asmana <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22810948#p22810948"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Napo France <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22810932#p22810932"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Panama accepts pleasantly and Panama asks for a trade agreement with the WEU.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC: You can't control another persons nation</div></blockquote><br/>He isn't..."
12870,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1125,2014-12-15T18:50:00,Atlas Security,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22810956#p22810956"">wrote</a>:</cite>We condemn Italy's attacks on america</div></blockquote><br/>Israel has taken care of the issue. Genesis strongly condemns Italy, and prepares forces for a pre-emptive strike"
12871,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1125,2014-12-15T18:50:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22810913#p22810913"">wrote</a>:</cite>We wish to build a railroad from china into Korea to improve trade</div></blockquote><br/>Korea accepts."
12872,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1125,2014-12-15T18:50:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22810944#p22810944"">wrote</a>:</cite>China begins to research new planes and weapons to help the Chinese and there allies. We also are finally ready for the launch to Venus America being the only to help in this are offered a seat to venus</div></blockquote><br/>We have already launched a cat there, and wish china the best of luck."
12873,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1125,2014-12-15T18:51:00,Asmana,OOC: How the heck did they know the Sub was there ?
12874,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1125,2014-12-15T18:51:00,New Napo France,"<blockquote><div><cite>Asmana <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22810948#p22810948"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Napo France <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22810932#p22810932"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Panama accepts pleasantly and Panama asks for a trade agreement with the WEU.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC: You can't control another persons nation</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC:I was accepting into the technology alliance and asking the WEU for a trade agreement."
12875,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1125,2014-12-15T18:51:00,Badassistanian,The Chinese rocket venus-1 launches with 4 Chinese astronauts and 1 American astronaut on board it is set to land on Venus in 1 year this is a monumental day in the Chinese space program
12876,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1125,2014-12-15T18:52:00,Atlas Security,"<blockquote><div><cite>Asmana <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22810973#p22810973"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: How the heck did they know the Sub was there ?</div></blockquote><br/>Israel has satellite systems with infrared cameras in place. We know things."
12877,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1125,2014-12-15T18:52:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"Rome is attacked by numerous bombers and missiles,"
12878,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1125,2014-12-15T18:52:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Asmana <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22810948#p22810948"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Napo France <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22810932#p22810932"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Panama accepts pleasantly and Panama asks for a trade agreement with the WEU.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC: You can't control another persons nation</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: he is Panama, and he asked for a trade agreement."
12879,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1125,2014-12-15T18:53:00,New Napo France,The PSP offers globalization to any country wanting the technology.
12880,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1125,2014-12-15T18:53:00,Gyrenaica,"From Tunisia, The Federation begins bombing raids on the Italian islands of Sicily and Sardinia."
12881,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1125,2014-12-15T18:53:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22810996#p22810996"">wrote</a>:</cite>Rome is attacked by numerous bombers and missiles,</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: Retconed, didn't give him a proper amount of time to responded, nobody knows if it's a secret attack, and over all Godmoddy."
12882,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1125,2014-12-15T18:54:00,Zechaslavia,"OOC Just saying I couldn't read from page 39-45, too many pages :/ can someone tell me if anything big happened<br/>IC: WEU offers Israel an alliance and trade agreement, WEU accepts britains money compensation and apology and will want to have talks about a merge in paris<br/>WEU raises troop numbers on the WEU-Italian border"
12883,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1125,2014-12-15T18:54:00,Badassistanian,We begin to build the chinese-korean railway and ask and ask for a technological allience with Korea and Russia.
12884,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1125,2014-12-15T18:55:00,Gyrenaica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Zechaslavia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22811032#p22811032"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC Just saying I couldn't read from page 39-45, too many pages :/ can someone tell me if anything big happened<br/>IC: WEU offers Israel an alliance and trade agreement, WEU accepts britains money compensation and apology and will want to have talks about a merge in paris<br/>WEU raises troop numbers on the WEU-Italian border</div></blockquote><br/>War..."
12885,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1125,2014-12-15T18:55:00,Atlas Security,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22810996#p22810996"">wrote</a>:</cite>Rome is attacked by numerous bombers and missiles,</div></blockquote><br/>Israel spares the Vatican, and sends troops into Italy, with soldiers taking care not to assault civilians. They are mostly paras.<br/><br/>WEU, join the Genesis alliance. We already have 3 nations, and a colony in Antarctica serving as the base."
12886,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1125,2014-12-15T18:55:00,Togeria,"OOC: Italy hasn't attacked yet, as it is between him and America, no national powers know yet, as such the attacks against Italy are halted."
12887,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1125,2014-12-15T18:56:00,Badassistanian,Occ: hows the map nigeria
12888,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1125,2014-12-15T18:56:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22811035#p22811035"">wrote</a>:</cite>We begin to build the chinese-korean railway and ask and ask for a technological allience with Korea and Russia.</div></blockquote><br/>Korea accepts."
12889,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1125,2014-12-15T18:56:00,New Napo France,Panama sends diplomats to Tunisia to try and soothe the feelings of the Federation.
12890,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1150,2014-12-15T18:57:00,Badassistanian,Seeing all the war around them china begins a full plan of perfect peace and harmony focusing on tech and the economy
12891,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1150,2014-12-15T18:57:00,Atlas Security,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22811058#p22811058"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: Italy hasn't attacked yet, as it is between him and America, no national powers know yet, as such the attacks against Italy are halted.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: Fine, but when Italy attacks, the world will tear it apart."
12892,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1150,2014-12-15T18:58:00,New Napo France,"Panama asks for a trade agreement with China, for our science programs to mix, and for our relations to improve."
12893,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1150,2014-12-15T18:58:00,Togeria,"Korea adopts a similar strategy, still focusing on defense as to protect its republic."
12894,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1150,2014-12-15T18:59:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Napo France <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22811106#p22811106"">wrote</a>:</cite>Panama asks for a trade agreement with China, for our science programs to mix, and for our relations to improve.</div></blockquote><br/>we accept"
12895,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1150,2014-12-15T18:59:00,Zechaslavia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Atlas Security <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22811056#p22811056"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22810996#p22810996"">wrote</a>:</cite>Rome is attacked by numerous bombers and missiles,</div></blockquote><br/>Israel spares the Vatican, and sends troops into Italy, with soldiers taking care not to assault civilians. They are mostly paras.<br/><br/>WEU, join the Genesis alliance. We already have 3 nations, and a colony in Antarctica serving as the base.</div></blockquote><br/>WEU accepts this proposal and asks who are the other 2 nations"
12896,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1150,2014-12-15T19:00:00,Atlas Security,"<blockquote><div><cite>Zechaslavia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22811126#p22811126"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Atlas Security <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22811056#p22811056"">wrote</a>:</cite>Israel spares the Vatican, and sends troops into Italy, with soldiers taking care not to assault civilians. They are mostly paras.<br/><br/>WEU, join the Genesis alliance. We already have 3 nations, and a colony in Antarctica serving as the base.</div></blockquote><br/>WEU accepts this proposal and asks who are the other 2 nations</div></blockquote><br/>Democratic Federation and America"
12897,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1150,2014-12-15T19:01:00,New Napo France,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22811109#p22811109"">wrote</a>:</cite>Korea adopts a similar strategy, still focusing on defense as to protect its republic.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>To:Korea<br/>Encryption:High<br/>Subject:Politics<br/>Specifics:I wish for our republic councils to share republican ideas.<br/>Signature:Romero Nino"
12898,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1150,2014-12-15T19:02:00,Zechaslavia,WEu accepts any trade agreements as long as its not with wadiya or italy
12899,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1150,2014-12-15T19:02:00,New Napo France,Panama thanks China and wishes for a good future for Venus-1.
12900,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1150,2014-12-15T19:03:00,Atlas Security,Israel airdrops cake all over the world
12901,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1150,2014-12-15T19:03:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Napo France <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22811143#p22811143"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22811109#p22811109"">wrote</a>:</cite>Korea adopts a similar strategy, still focusing on defense as to protect its republic.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>To:Korea<br/>Encryption:High<br/>Subject:Politics<br/>Specifics:I wish for our republic councils to share republican ideas.<br/>Signature:Romero Nino</div></blockquote><br/>Korea accepts. It announces to the world a open door policy, were any nation regardless of ideology, or past relations is open to trade with Korea. As this is expected to boost Korea into a world power."
12902,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1150,2014-12-15T19:04:00,New Napo France,"<blockquote><div><cite>Atlas Security <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22811171#p22811171"">wrote</a>:</cite>Israel airdrops cake all over the world</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC:Is that possible?"
12903,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1150,2014-12-15T19:04:00,Atlas Security,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Napo France <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22811190#p22811190"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Atlas Security <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22811171#p22811171"">wrote</a>:</cite>Israel airdrops cake all over the world</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC:Is that possible?</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: Of course<img alt="";)"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_wink.gif"" title=""Wink""/>. Now Eat up!"
12904,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1150,2014-12-15T19:04:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Atlas Security <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22811171#p22811171"">wrote</a>:</cite>Israel airdrops cake all over the world</div></blockquote><br/>Koreans are happy, and send thanks to Isreal.<br/><br/>OOC: don't question it, it's free cake."
12905,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1150,2014-12-15T19:06:00,Atlas Security,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22811201#p22811201"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Atlas Security <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22811171#p22811171"">wrote</a>:</cite>Israel airdrops cake all over the world</div></blockquote><br/>Koreans are happy, and send thanks to Isreal.<br/><br/>OOC: don't question it, it's free cake.</div></blockquote><br/>Israel says ""You're welcome"""
12906,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1150,2014-12-15T19:06:00,New Napo France,Nino calls for a meeting of all nations still occupying any Australian land in Panama City.
12907,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1150,2014-12-15T19:07:00,Togeria,Korea sends delegates to Panama City.
12908,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1150,2014-12-15T19:08:00,Badassistanian,With the rise if peace in china comes a rise of modern day Buddhism wich is based of peace and healing
12909,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1150,2014-12-15T19:08:00,Atlas Security,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Napo France <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22811220#p22811220"">wrote</a>:</cite>Nino calls for a meeting of all nations still occupying any Australian land in Panama City.</div></blockquote><br/>Israel doubles cake drop for diplomatic meetings."
12910,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1150,2014-12-15T19:08:00,Badassistanian,Delegates are also sent to panama we occupy parts of western australia
12911,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1150,2014-12-15T19:10:00,New Napo France,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22811240#p22811240"">wrote</a>:</cite>Korea sends delegates to Panama City.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>We greet all delegates as they enter the meeting and tell them we are just waiting for China now."
12912,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1150,2014-12-15T19:11:00,Togeria,"Korea focuses less on world affairs, as it now puts more money into the country itself to rise its standard of living. Increasing the number of jobs, and schools to educate the populace, passing laws to protect its environment."
12913,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1150,2014-12-15T19:11:00,Atlas Security,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Napo France <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22811279#p22811279"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22811240#p22811240"">wrote</a>:</cite>Korea sends delegates to Panama City.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>We greet all delegates as they enter the meeting and tell them we are just waiting for China now.</div></blockquote><br/>Israel drops it's last load of cake into the meeting"
12914,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1150,2014-12-15T19:11:00,New Napo France,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22811258#p22811258"">wrote</a>:</cite>Delegates are also sent to panama we occupy parts of western australia</div></blockquote><br/><br/>As the delegates step off the plane they are greeted by Panamanian newsmen and woman, and the delegates are quickly escorted to the meeting room."
12915,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1175,2014-12-15T19:12:00,Badassistanian,The Chinese ask what is the meeting about
12916,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1175,2014-12-15T19:14:00,New Napo France,"As the remaining delegates enter the room everyone is given cake and the first matter is brought up, what will the peace deal be.<br/><br/>OOC:sorry,but im going to skip chinas latest question."
12917,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1175,2014-12-15T19:16:00,Badassistanian,We as china want land but we are willing to compromise
12918,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1175,2014-12-15T19:17:00,Togeria,"The Korean delegates speak up,""Australia should be required to release any South American territory they have seized, and as such Korea and China leave the empire."""
12919,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1175,2014-12-15T19:19:00,New Napo France,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22811378#p22811378"">wrote</a>:</cite>We as china want land but we are willing to compromise</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Well i sure hope so because the international community would not enjoy us breaking up all of Australia. As for korea's proposal i agree with that, but mabye we should force reparations and the surrender of new Zealand."
12920,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1175,2014-12-15T19:20:00,Badassistanian,China agrees to pull out if new zeland is seized to china
12921,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1175,2014-12-15T19:21:00,New Napo France,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22811462#p22811462"">wrote</a>:</cite>China agrees to pull out if new zeland is seized to china</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Do you agree with this Korea?"
12922,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1175,2014-12-15T19:22:00,Togeria,"""No New Zealand will be made independent for 10yrs, in which time afterwards it will be given the choice to rejoin Australia or keep its independence."""
12923,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1175,2014-12-15T19:23:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22811487#p22811487"">wrote</a>:</cite>""No New Zealand will be made independent for 10yrs, in which time afterwards it will be given the choice to rejoin Australia or keep its independence.""</div></blockquote><br/>china does not agree with this and says mabey another land compromise can be made"
12924,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1175,2014-12-15T19:25:00,SECP,"Cuba just coming out of a bloody civil war has just appointed a new leader, his first proposal is to rebuild the country and to bring it into the 21st century, then he turns towards the rest of the world and asks if anyone would like to become allies/trade partners."
12925,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1175,2014-12-15T19:25:00,New Napo France,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22811487#p22811487"">wrote</a>:</cite>""No New Zealand will be made independent for 10yrs, in which time afterwards it will be given the choice to rejoin Australia or keep its independence.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>I could agree with that, you two may debate if you wish. For different land, there is not much of any other Australian land outside of Australia."
12926,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1175,2014-12-15T19:26:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>SECP <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22811525#p22811525"">wrote</a>:</cite>Cuba just coming out of a bloody civil war has just appointed a new leader, his first proposal is to rebuild the country and to bring it into the 21st century, then he turns towards the rest of the world and asks if anyone would like to become allies/trade partners.</div></blockquote><br/>china offers a trade allience and military alliance"
12927,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1175,2014-12-15T19:27:00,SECP,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22811543#p22811543"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>SECP <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22811525#p22811525"">wrote</a>:</cite>Cuba just coming out of a bloody civil war has just appointed a new leader, his first proposal is to rebuild the country and to bring it into the 21st century, then he turns towards the rest of the world and asks if anyone would like to become allies/trade partners.</div></blockquote><br/>china offers a trade allience and military alliance</div></blockquote><br/><br/>We would like that thank you."
12928,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1175,2014-12-15T19:27:00,New Napo France,"<blockquote><div><cite>SECP <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22811525#p22811525"">wrote</a>:</cite>Cuba just coming out of a bloody civil war has just appointed a new leader, his first proposal is to rebuild the country and to bring it into the 21st century, then he turns towards the rest of the world and asks if anyone would like to become allies/trade partners.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Nino begins to tell a diplomat instructions for a trade agreement with cuda."
12929,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1175,2014-12-15T19:28:00,Badassistanian,How about Tasmania we pull out and take Tasmania
12930,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1175,2014-12-15T19:28:00,SECP,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Napo France <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22811568#p22811568"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>SECP <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22811525#p22811525"">wrote</a>:</cite>Cuba just coming out of a bloody civil war has just appointed a new leader, his first proposal is to rebuild the country and to bring it into the 21st century, then he turns towards the rest of the world and asks if anyone would like to become allies/trade partners.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Nino begins to tell a diplomat instructions for a trade agreement with cuda.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>what would the trade agreement be?"
12931,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1175,2014-12-15T19:29:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>SECP <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22811525#p22811525"">wrote</a>:</cite>Cuba just coming out of a bloody civil war has just appointed a new leader, his first proposal is to rebuild the country and to bring it into the 21st century, then he turns towards the rest of the world and asks if anyone would like to become allies/trade partners.</div></blockquote><br/>Korea sends over delegates, to help build the country and become allies."
12932,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1175,2014-12-15T19:29:00,New Napo France,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22811586#p22811586"">wrote</a>:</cite>How about Tasmania we pull out and take Tasmania</div></blockquote><br/><br/>China would be taking this, no difference i just wanted to know, i accept this possibility."
12933,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1175,2014-12-15T19:30:00,Gyrenaica,The federation says that if China annexes any land from Australia we will go to war.<br/><br/>The federation has said it recognizes Australia as only the land it had before the wars. New Zealand is given its independence and Madagascar and Mozambique are given a choice of either joining the federation or being independent.
12934,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1175,2014-12-15T19:30:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>SECP <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22811525#p22811525"">wrote</a>:</cite>Cuba just coming out of a bloody civil war has just appointed a new leader, his first proposal is to rebuild the country and to bring it into the 21st century, then he turns towards the rest of the world and asks if anyone would like to become allies/trade partners.</div></blockquote><br/>The USSR wants a military and trade alliance."
12935,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1175,2014-12-15T19:30:00,Togeria,"""I feel we should talk about land in Australia, only when Australia delegates can arrive."""
12936,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1175,2014-12-15T19:31:00,Gyrenaica,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Napo France <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22811618#p22811618"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22811586#p22811586"">wrote</a>:</cite>How about Tasmania we pull out and take Tasmania</div></blockquote><br/><br/>China would be taking this, no difference i just wanted to know, i accept this possibility.</div></blockquote><br/>No. No land grabs from Australia proper. Nor New Zealand. Just keep Australia as it was before the war, give New Zealand it's independence. How about Tokelau? China can have that."
12937,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1175,2014-12-15T19:31:00,SECP,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22811605#p22811605"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>SECP <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22811525#p22811525"">wrote</a>:</cite>Cuba just coming out of a bloody civil war has just appointed a new leader, his first proposal is to rebuild the country and to bring it into the 21st century, then he turns towards the rest of the world and asks if anyone would like to become allies/trade partners.</div></blockquote><br/>Korea sends over delegates, to help build the country and become allies.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Thanks this will be very helpful. With the support from other countries Cuba is starting to get back onto its feet and ever closer to its goal."
12938,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1175,2014-12-15T19:31:00,Gyrenaica,"<blockquote><div><cite>SECP <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22811525#p22811525"">wrote</a>:</cite>Cuba just coming out of a bloody civil war has just appointed a new leader, his first proposal is to rebuild the country and to bring it into the 21st century, then he turns towards the rest of the world and asks if anyone would like to become allies/trade partners.</div></blockquote><br/>We offer a military alliance with Cuba."
12939,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1175,2014-12-15T19:31:00,New Napo France,"<blockquote><div><cite>SECP <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22811599#p22811599"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Napo France <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22811568#p22811568"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Nino begins to tell a diplomat instructions for a trade agreement with cuda.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>what would the trade agreement be?</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Trade of medical supplies, small arms, and economical products."
12940,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1200,2014-12-15T19:32:00,New Napo France,These are arrangements for the peace.
12941,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1200,2014-12-15T19:33:00,SECP,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22811628#p22811628"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>SECP <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22811525#p22811525"">wrote</a>:</cite>Cuba just coming out of a bloody civil war has just appointed a new leader, his first proposal is to rebuild the country and to bring it into the 21st century, then he turns towards the rest of the world and asks if anyone would like to become allies/trade partners.</div></blockquote><br/>The USSR wants a military and trade alliance.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Thank you for your support, we still remember the USSR from the cold war."
12942,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1200,2014-12-15T19:33:00,SECP,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Napo France <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22811657#p22811657"">wrote</a>:</cite>These is arrangements for the peace.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Ah ok then we would like all the help we can get."
12943,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1200,2014-12-15T19:33:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22811605#p22811605"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>SECP <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22811525#p22811525"">wrote</a>:</cite>Cuba just coming out of a bloody civil war has just appointed a new leader, his first proposal is to rebuild the country and to bring it into the 21st century, then he turns towards the rest of the world and asks if anyone would like to become allies/trade partners.</div></blockquote><br/>Korea sends over delegates, to help build the country and become allies.</div></blockquote>"
12944,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1200,2014-12-15T19:34:00,New Napo France,"<blockquote><div><cite>SECP <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22811672#p22811672"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Napo France <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22811657#p22811657"">wrote</a>:</cite>These is arrangements for the peace.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Ah ok then.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Please we are currently talking of future peace between us three and Australia."
12945,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1200,2014-12-15T19:35:00,Badassistanian,We leave the Tasmanian deal on the table until Australia shows up. We ask Nigeria if you had thousands of soldiers die in a bloody war would you not want something out of it.
12946,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1200,2014-12-15T19:36:00,SECP,"<blockquote><div><cite>Gyrenaica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22811644#p22811644"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>SECP <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22811525#p22811525"">wrote</a>:</cite>Cuba just coming out of a bloody civil war has just appointed a new leader, his first proposal is to rebuild the country and to bring it into the 21st century, then he turns towards the rest of the world and asks if anyone would like to become allies/trade partners.</div></blockquote><br/>We offer a military alliance with Cuba.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Thank you it would be much appreciated and also what country are you did't quiet find that one out yet."
12947,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1200,2014-12-15T19:38:00,New Napo France,Did he not get Madagascar and other islands?
12948,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1200,2014-12-15T19:40:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Napo France <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22811760#p22811760"">wrote</a>:</cite>Did he not get Madagascar and other islands?</div></blockquote><br/>no I dont remember him takeing it I remember him invading it though"
12949,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1200,2014-12-15T19:42:00,Togeria,OOC:It was given to him.
12950,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1200,2014-12-15T19:43:00,New Napo France,"Well i say we have our peace deal, all land in South America is given up, New Zealand becomes free, reparations, and possibly Tasmanian."
12951,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1200,2014-12-15T19:44:00,New Napo France,We will talk with Australia soon.
12952,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1200,2014-12-15T19:45:00,Badassistanian,Occ: my map has a few little mistakes like Tasmania isn't colored but its about 90% accurate
12953,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1200,2014-12-15T19:45:00,Aglium,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Breaking news!</span><br/><br/>Cailfornia has been hit by a major Earthquake ten million people are dead and 30 people are missing right now America is rebuilding every city that got hit hard."
12954,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1200,2014-12-15T19:46:00,New Napo France,"Our second matter is do we want to disband the coalition, direct to someone else or put it on hold to see what Australia does.<br/><br/>OOC:Ya your map doesnt have me or my new costa rica holdings."
12955,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1200,2014-12-15T19:46:00,SECP,Thanks to the support from all of Cuba's new allies we quickly rebuild all that was damaged during the war and more. With the weapons we are getting we are quickly arming our men and giving them better training so they could become a more professional army. We also would like to pay all of you back as soon as possible for the hospitality given to Cuba.
12956,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1200,2014-12-15T19:48:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Napo France <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22811864#p22811864"">wrote</a>:</cite>Our second matter is do we want to disband the coalition, direct to someone else or put it on hold to see what Australia does.<br/><br/>OOC:Ya your map doesnt have me or my new costa rica holdings.</div></blockquote><br/>I fixed that about an hour ago"
12957,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1200,2014-12-15T19:48:00,New Napo France,"<blockquote><div><cite>SECP <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22811868#p22811868"">wrote</a>:</cite>Thanks to the support from all of Cuba's new allies we quickly rebuild all that was damaged during the war and more. With the weapons we are getting we are quickly arming our men and giving them better training so they could become a more professional army. We also would like to pay all of you back as soon as possible for the hospitality given to Cuba.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Panama send army trainers to Cuda and wishes for an alliance with Cuba."
12958,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1200,2014-12-15T19:49:00,Badassistanian,Put it on hold and see what happens
12959,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1200,2014-12-15T19:49:00,SECP,"<blockquote><div><cite>Aglium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22811848#p22811848"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Breaking news!</span> <br/><br/>Cailfornia has been hit by a major Earthquake ten million people are dead and 30 people are missing right now America is rebuilding every city that got hit hard.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Cuba can send some people to help you if you would like."
12960,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1200,2014-12-15T19:49:00,New Napo France,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22811894#p22811894"">wrote</a>:</cite>Put it on hold and see what happens</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Ok and korea?"
12961,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1200,2014-12-15T19:50:00,New Napo France,"<blockquote><div><cite>SECP <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22811901#p22811901"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Aglium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22811848#p22811848"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Breaking news!</span> <br/><br/>Cailfornia has been hit by a major Earthquake ten million people are dead and 30 people are missing right now America is rebuilding every city that got hit hard.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Cuba can send some people to help you if you would like.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Deleted"
12962,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1200,2014-12-15T19:50:00,SECP,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Napo France <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22811886#p22811886"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>SECP <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22811868#p22811868"">wrote</a>:</cite>Thanks to the support from all of Cuba's new allies we quickly rebuild all that was damaged during the war and more. With the weapons we are getting we are quickly arming our men and giving them better training so they could become a more professional army. We also would like to pay all of you back as soon as possible for the hospitality given to Cuba.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Panama send army trainers to Cuda and wishes for an alliance with Cuba.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Ok that would be great since most of my army are just civs with some hunting rifles."
12963,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1200,2014-12-15T19:52:00,Aglium,"America is happy to announce that they killed every remaining member of ISIS.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">July 4th, 2020</span><br/><br/>America is celebrating the 4th of July and is also hosting a party every nation leader can come to it."
12964,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1200,2014-12-15T19:52:00,Togeria,"Korea request a alliance with Cuba, and take 7% of all trade to the island, at least until it is off it's feet."
12965,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1225,2014-12-15T19:53:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Napo France <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22811903#p22811903"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22811894#p22811894"">wrote</a>:</cite>Put it on hold and see what happens</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Ok and korea?</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: wait till Australia comes on."
12966,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1225,2014-12-15T19:53:00,New Napo France,"<blockquote><div><cite>Aglium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22811848#p22811848"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Breaking news!</span> <br/><br/>Cailfornia has been hit by a major Earthquake ten million people are dead and 30 people are missing right now America is rebuilding every city that got hit hard.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Panama will send aid if in turn the US creates a research agreement with us."
12967,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1225,2014-12-15T19:54:00,New Napo France,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22811944#p22811944"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Napo France <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22811903#p22811903"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Ok and korea?</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: wait till Australia comes on.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Ok i find this meeting concluded everyone finish your cake and i hope to see you at the peace negotiation."
12968,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1225,2014-12-15T19:55:00,SECP,OOC: I was about to say panama cuba doesn't have the best navy and after the civil war most was sunk from the former gov. so we wouldn't get it.
12969,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1225,2014-12-15T19:55:00,Aglium,"<blockquote><div><cite>Aglium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22811930#p22811930"">wrote</a>:</cite>America is happy to announce that they killed every remaining member of ISIS. <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">July 4th, 2020</span> <br/><br/>America is celebrating the 4th of July and is also hosting a party every nation leader can come to it.</div></blockquote>"
12970,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1225,2014-12-15T19:55:00,Zechaslavia,"<blockquote><div><cite>SECP <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22811901#p22811901"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Aglium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22811848#p22811848"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Breaking news!</span> <br/><br/>Cailfornia has been hit by a major Earthquake ten million people are dead and 30 people are missing right now America is rebuilding every city that got hit hard.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Cuba can send some people to help you if you would like.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: I highly doubt 10 million would die in one earth quake, that quake would have to be felt in DC"
12971,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1225,2014-12-15T19:56:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22811933#p22811933"">wrote</a>:</cite>Korea request a alliance with Cuba, and take 7% of all trade to the island, at least until it is off it's feet.</div></blockquote>"
12972,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1225,2014-12-15T19:56:00,New Napo France,"<blockquote><div><cite>SECP <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22811970#p22811970"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: I was about to say panama cuba doesn't have the best navy and after the civil war most was sunk from the former gov. so we wouldn't get it.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOG:Then i had realized the message and retracted it."
12973,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1225,2014-12-15T19:57:00,Togeria,"Korea begins building a probe, it's aim the go beyond the solar system, and if possible to the edge of the galaxy, as scientist dream of building a mobile city in space, the crews mission to look for other terra formed planets."
12974,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1225,2014-12-15T19:58:00,Badassistanian,"The Chinese ship Venus-1 has landed successful on Venus the highly trained astronauts take there first steps in the new spacesuits made for Venuses environment . We begin to take samples and research. The planet is not compatible for a colony, the astronauts set up a temporary base for there week long stay."
12975,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1225,2014-12-15T19:58:00,SECP,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22811933#p22811933"">wrote</a>:</cite>Korea request a alliance with Cuba, and take 7% of all trade to the island, at least until it is off it's feet.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Ok we will agree to the alliance, but I don't know how well we can do with the trade were trying to stabilize our economy before we jump into trade deeper but will like like to in the future."
12976,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1225,2014-12-15T19:59:00,New Napo France,"<blockquote><div><cite>Aglium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22811981#p22811981"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Aglium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22811930#p22811930"">wrote</a>:</cite>America is happy to announce that they killed every remaining member of ISIS. <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">July 4th, 2020</span> <br/><br/>America is celebrating the 4th of July and is also hosting a party every nation leader can come to it.</div></blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/>I wish to come and i wish for an answer for my previous question."
12977,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1225,2014-12-15T19:59:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22812015#p22812015"">wrote</a>:</cite>Korea begins building a probe, it's aim the go beyond the solar system, and if possible to the edge of the galaxy, as scientist dream of building a mobile city in space, the crews mission to look for other terra formed planets.</div></blockquote><br/>occ: no one has that tech yet it is impossible to go out of the solar system with the current tech"
12978,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1225,2014-12-15T19:59:00,SECP,"<blockquote><div><cite>Zechaslavia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22811987#p22811987"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>SECP <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22811901#p22811901"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Cuba can send some people to help you if you would like.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: I highly doubt 10 million would die in one earth quake, that quake would have to be felt in DC</div></blockquote><br/><br/>I felt it in Havana. lol"
12979,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1225,2014-12-15T20:01:00,SECP,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22812015#p22812015"">wrote</a>:</cite>Korea begins building a probe, it's aim the go beyond the solar system, and if possible to the edge of the galaxy, as scientist dream of building a mobile city in space, the crews mission to look for other terra formed planets.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Cuba can send some workers to help build this, think of it has thank you for helping us."
12980,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1225,2014-12-15T20:01:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22812037#p22812037"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22812015#p22812015"">wrote</a>:</cite>Korea begins building a probe, it's aim the go beyond the solar system, and if possible to the edge of the galaxy, as scientist dream of building a mobile city in space, the crews mission to look for other terra formed planets.</div></blockquote><br/>occ: no one has that tech yet it is impossible to go out of the solar system with the current tech</div></blockquote><br/>OOC:It's trying to go the far edges if the galaxy as much as possible, and scientist haven't built a mobile city yet, it's still a idea."
12981,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1225,2014-12-15T20:03:00,Badassistanian,With the Venus landing complete china asks help from Korea for a combined launch to titan new suits would need to be made as well as ships but it can be done.
12982,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1225,2014-12-15T20:04:00,Aglium,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Napo France <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22811953#p22811953"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Aglium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22811848#p22811848"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Breaking news!</span> <br/><br/>Cailfornia has been hit by a major Earthquake ten million people are dead and 30 people are missing right now America is rebuilding every city that got hit hard.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Panama will send aid if in turn the US creates a research agreement with us.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The U.S. agrees."
12983,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1225,2014-12-15T20:04:00,New Napo France,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22812066#p22812066"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22812037#p22812037"">wrote</a>:</cite>occ: no one has that tech yet it is impossible to go out of the solar system with the current tech</div></blockquote><br/>OOC:It's trying to go the far edges if the galaxy as much as possible, and scientist haven't built a mobile city yet, it's still a idea.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>I fell as if this city does come, it should be like the mars utopia and saying that i wish to send help to the Korean Space Program."
12984,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1225,2014-12-15T20:05:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>SECP <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22812062#p22812062"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22812015#p22812015"">wrote</a>:</cite>Korea begins building a probe, it's aim the go beyond the solar system, and if possible to the edge of the galaxy, as scientist dream of building a mobile city in space, the crews mission to look for other terra formed planets.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Cuba can send some workers to help build this, think of it has thank you for helping us.</div></blockquote><br/>Korea accepts, as scientist begin building the probe 20million being put into the project, using the latest tech to help in their efforts. Korea accepts Panamas aid, establishing it's the lead country in this project."
12985,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1225,2014-12-15T20:05:00,SECP,"<blockquote><div><cite>Aglium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22811981#p22811981"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Aglium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22811930#p22811930"">wrote</a>:</cite>America is happy to announce that they killed every remaining member of ISIS. <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">July 4th, 2020</span> <br/><br/>America is celebrating the 4th of July and is also hosting a party every nation leader can come to it.</div></blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/>Cuba would like to come we will bring some of our best Cuban cigars for the occasion."
12986,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1225,2014-12-15T20:06:00,Atlas Security,"<blockquote><div><cite>Aglium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22811981#p22811981"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Aglium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22811930#p22811930"">wrote</a>:</cite>America is happy to announce that they killed every remaining member of ISIS. <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">July 4th, 2020</span> <br/><br/>America is celebrating the 4th of July and is also hosting a party every nation leader can come to it.</div></blockquote></div></blockquote><br/>Israel sends cake and leaders comes to America"
12987,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1225,2014-12-15T20:07:00,Badassistanian,China declares an amazing project it would like to lead. A world cooperation space program all countrys contribute to science and exploring the cosmos
12988,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1225,2014-12-15T20:07:00,Zechaslavia,WEU asks America for an alliance (even though were in NATO)
12989,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1225,2014-12-15T20:07:00,Togeria,Korea brings it's best BBQ and leaders come to Americas party.
12990,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1250,2014-12-15T20:08:00,Atlas Security,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22812133#p22812133"">wrote</a>:</cite>China declares an amazing project it would like to lead. A world cooperation space program all countrys contribute to science and exploring the cosmos</div></blockquote><br/>Sounds not at all like WWIII... We killed it<img alt="":o"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_ohmy.gif"" title=""Gasp""/><img alt="":?"" src=""./images/smilies/icon_e_confused.gif"" title=""Confused""/><img alt="":oops:"" src=""./images/smilies/icon_redface.gif"" title=""Embarrassed""/>"
12991,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1250,2014-12-15T20:08:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22812133#p22812133"">wrote</a>:</cite>China declares an amazing project it would like to lead. A world cooperation space program all countrys contribute to science and exploring the cosmos</div></blockquote><br/>Korea declares it is the lead country in this project, but China is welcome to join."
12992,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1250,2014-12-15T20:09:00,SECP,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22812133#p22812133"">wrote</a>:</cite>China declares an amazing project it would like to lead. A world cooperation space program all countrys contribute to science and exploring the cosmos</div></blockquote><br/><br/>I think at this point Cuba can only send personal to help right now but we will help more in the future."
12993,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1250,2014-12-15T20:09:00,Aglium,"<blockquote><div><cite>Atlas Security <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22812126#p22812126"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Aglium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22811981#p22811981"">wrote</a>:</cite></div></blockquote><br/>Israel sends cake and leaders comes to America</div></blockquote><br/><br/>President Scott welcomes the Leaders and says.<br/><br/>""Welcome to D.C. dear leaders of Israel."" Scott greeted."
12994,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1250,2014-12-15T20:09:00,Atlas Security,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22812150#p22812150"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22812133#p22812133"">wrote</a>:</cite>China declares an amazing project it would like to lead. A world cooperation space program all countrys contribute to science and exploring the cosmos</div></blockquote><br/>Korea declares it is the lead country in this project, but China is welcome to join.</div></blockquote><br/>Israel sends it's engineers and troops to help out."
12995,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1250,2014-12-15T20:09:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Atlas Security <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22812147#p22812147"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22812133#p22812133"">wrote</a>:</cite>China declares an amazing project it would like to lead. A world cooperation space program all countrys contribute to science and exploring the cosmos</div></blockquote><br/>Sounds not at all like WWIII... We killed it <img alt="":o"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_ohmy.gif"" title=""Gasp""/> <img alt="":?"" src=""./images/smilies/icon_e_confused.gif"" title=""Confused""/> <img alt="":oops:"" src=""./images/smilies/icon_redface.gif"" title=""Embarrassed""/></div></blockquote><br/>OOC: there were multiple chances to start it, but nobody was on board for the crisis that came. You could try to make one."
12996,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1250,2014-12-15T20:09:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22812133#p22812133"">wrote</a>:</cite>China declares an amazing project it would like to lead. A world cooperation space program all countrys contribute to science and exploring the cosmos</div></blockquote><br/>all countrys will be credited with the explorations and there will be no exact country in charge"
12997,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1250,2014-12-15T20:11:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22812163#p22812163"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22812133#p22812133"">wrote</a>:</cite>China declares an amazing project it would like to lead. A world cooperation space program all countrys contribute to science and exploring the cosmos</div></blockquote><br/>all countrys will be credited with the explorations and there will be no exact country in charge</div></blockquote><br/>Korea agrees, but the probe is to built in Korea, as the city to be built on the border of Korea and China."
12998,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1250,2014-12-15T20:12:00,Aglium,"<blockquote><div><cite>Atlas Security <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22812147#p22812147"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22812133#p22812133"">wrote</a>:</cite>China declares an amazing project it would like to lead. A world cooperation space program all countrys contribute to science and exploring the cosmos</div></blockquote><br/>Sounds not at all like WWIII... We killed it <img alt="":o"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_ohmy.gif"" title=""Gasp""/> <img alt="":?"" src=""./images/smilies/icon_e_confused.gif"" title=""Confused""/> <img alt="":oops:"" src=""./images/smilies/icon_redface.gif"" title=""Embarrassed""/></div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC: I plan on making a new RP after this is over and it's going to be about the space age in 2123"
12999,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1250,2014-12-15T20:13:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22812185#p22812185"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22812163#p22812163"">wrote</a>:</cite>all countrys will be credited with the explorations and there will be no exact country in charge</div></blockquote><br/>Korea agrees, but the probe is to built in Korea, as the city to be built on the border of Korea and China.</div></blockquote><br/>china agrees and wishes to focus on exploration of our home system the milky way"
13000,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1250,2014-12-15T20:13:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Aglium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22812196#p22812196"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Atlas Security <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22812147#p22812147"">wrote</a>:</cite>Sounds not at all like WWIII... We killed it <img alt="":o"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_ohmy.gif"" title=""Gasp""/> <img alt="":?"" src=""./images/smilies/icon_e_confused.gif"" title=""Confused""/> <img alt="":oops:"" src=""./images/smilies/icon_redface.gif"" title=""Embarrassed""/></div></blockquote> <br/><br/>OOC: I plan on making a new RP after this is over and it's going to be about the space age in 2123</div></blockquote><br/>occ:dude can we do a rise of Rome RP I really want to do that."
13001,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1250,2014-12-15T20:14:00,Atlas Security,"<blockquote><div><cite>Aglium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22812157#p22812157"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Atlas Security <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22812126#p22812126"">wrote</a>:</cite>Israel sends cake and leaders comes to America</div></blockquote><br/><br/>President Scott welcomes the Leaders and says. <br/><br/>""Welcome to D.C. dear leaders of Israel."" Scott greeted.</div></blockquote><br/>State minister Stein responded, ""It is always a pleasure. The Prime Minister must be running late."" He checked his watch, and as he made pleasantries with the Americans and other Genesis members, Netanyahu came in with,,, CAKE! Israel hereby declares Panama and the USSR to the insider observer status part of Genesis. That means that you are being considered very much so.<img alt=""8)"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_cool.gif"" title=""Cool""/>"
13002,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1250,2014-12-15T20:14:00,New Napo France,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22812133#p22812133"">wrote</a>:</cite>China declares an amazing project it would like to lead. A world cooperation space program all countrys contribute to science and exploring the cosmos</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC:Am i in the chinese project because i was in the korean project that merged with the chinese?"
13003,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1250,2014-12-15T20:15:00,Zechaslavia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22812212#p22812212"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Aglium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22812196#p22812196"">wrote</a>:</cite> <br/><br/>OOC: I plan on making a new RP after this is over and it's going to be about the space age in 2123</div></blockquote><br/>occ:dude can we do a rise of Rome RP I really want to do that.</div></blockquote><br/>That would be sick but wouldn't everybody wanna be rome"
13004,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1250,2014-12-15T20:16:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Napo France <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22812221#p22812221"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22812133#p22812133"">wrote</a>:</cite>China declares an amazing project it would like to lead. A world cooperation space program all countrys contribute to science and exploring the cosmos</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC:Am i in the chinese project because i was in the korean project that merged with the chinese?</div></blockquote><br/>its a project of all nations not just two your program is equal to ours"
13005,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1250,2014-12-15T20:16:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22812203#p22812203"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22812185#p22812185"">wrote</a>:</cite>Korea agrees, but the probe is to built in Korea, as the city to be built on the border of Korea and China.</div></blockquote><br/>china agrees and wishes to focus on exploration of our home system the milky way</div></blockquote><br/>Korea agrees, as they begin finding suitable materials for the probe."
13006,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1250,2014-12-15T20:16:00,SECP,"Cuban quarry workers have just dug something up. It's some form of metal but so far researchers have not been able to point out which metal it is, some are even saying it's a new form of metal."
13007,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1250,2014-12-15T20:16:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Zechaslavia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22812229#p22812229"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22812212#p22812212"">wrote</a>:</cite>occ:dude can we do a rise of Rome RP I really want to do that.</div></blockquote><br/>That would be sick but wouldn't everybody wanna be rome</div></blockquote><br/>I wanna be the mongols."
13008,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1250,2014-12-15T20:16:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Zechaslavia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22812229#p22812229"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22812212#p22812212"">wrote</a>:</cite>occ:dude can we do a rise of Rome RP I really want to do that.</div></blockquote><br/>That would be sick but wouldn't everybody wanna be rome</div></blockquote><br/>I want to be Macedon but that's for another day"
13009,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1250,2014-12-15T20:18:00,New Napo France,"<blockquote><div><cite>SECP <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22812242#p22812242"">wrote</a>:</cite>Cuban quarry workers have just dug something up. It's some form of metal but so far researchers have not been able to point out which metal it is, some are even saying it's a new form of metal.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Panamanian science and archaeology workees wish to go to Cuba and this quarry."
13010,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1250,2014-12-15T20:18:00,Zechaslavia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22812252#p22812252"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Zechaslavia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22812229#p22812229"">wrote</a>:</cite>That would be sick but wouldn't everybody wanna be rome</div></blockquote><br/>I want to be Macedon but that's for another day</div></blockquote><br/>Maybe we can do a fallout rp too"
13011,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1250,2014-12-15T20:18:00,Aglium,"OOC:<a class=""postlink-local"" href=""https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323825"">viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323825</a>"
13012,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1250,2014-12-15T20:19:00,Aglium,OOC: FYI you don't have to join this RP
13013,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1250,2014-12-15T20:19:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Aglium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22812277#p22812277"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: <a class=""postlink"" href=""https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323825"" rel=""nofollow"">https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopi ... 1&amp;t=323825</a></div></blockquote><br/>na man I want rome"
13014,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1250,2014-12-15T20:19:00,Togeria,"<div style=""float: right;""></div><blockquote><div><cite>Zechaslavia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22812275#p22812275"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22812252#p22812252"">wrote</a>:</cite>I want to be Macedon but that's for another day</div></blockquote><br/>Maybe we can do a fallout rp too</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: YYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYEEEEEEEEEEEEEEESSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSAS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!<img alt="":hug:"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_hug.gif"" title=""Hugs""/><img alt="":bow:"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_notworthy.gif"" title=""Bowing""/>"
13015,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1275,2014-12-15T20:20:00,Badassistanian,I vote we start a new rise of Rome rp
13016,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1275,2014-12-15T20:21:00,SECP,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Napo France <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22812271#p22812271"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>SECP <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22812242#p22812242"">wrote</a>:</cite>Cuban quarry workers have just dug something up. It's some form of metal but so far researchers have not been able to point out which metal it is, some are even saying it's a new form of metal.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Panamanian science and archaeology workees wish to go to Cuba and this quarry.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Agreed we would like to find out what this is so far we found out thats it's denser than Tungsten, right now were calling it ""Colsium""."
13017,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1275,2014-12-15T20:22:00,Aglium,OOC: Your guys can make the Fallout RP I'm only going to make two RPs then I'm retiring
13018,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1275,2014-12-15T20:23:00,Togeria,"OOC: for anyone making a RP, I'm ready to be your CO-OP."
13019,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1275,2014-12-15T20:27:00,Gyrenaica,"China, we did have thousands of our own die. They were killed by you. You invaded us? Yet what land did we take? None. Yes you offered Taiwan, but we did not want it as it is not necessary and unfair to the Taiwanese natives. We are trying to set an example."
13020,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1275,2014-12-15T20:28:00,Togeria,Korea seeing the growing tensions offers Nigeria a spot in the mission. In hopes it cools everything down.
13021,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1275,2014-12-15T20:31:00,New Napo France,"We would like the approval of nations to annex remaining Central America, if anyone could, give support, if you wish of course."
13022,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1275,2014-12-15T20:32:00,The Underground Movement Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Napo France <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22812444#p22812444"">wrote</a>:</cite>U would like the approval of nations to annex remaining Central America, if anyone could, give support, if you wish of course.</div></blockquote><br/>The Danish Union sends 4,000 soldiers along with military grade equipment and vehicles to support the Panamas in their conquest."
13023,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1275,2014-12-15T20:34:00,Zauaria,Saudi Arabia launches air strikes against the Saudi- Yemeni border
13024,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1275,2014-12-15T20:35:00,New Napo France,Anyone else like to support or disapprove before i make my move?
13025,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1275,2014-12-15T20:37:00,Zauaria,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Napo France <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22812497#p22812497"">wrote</a>:</cite>Anyone else like to support or disapprove before i make my move?</div></blockquote><br/>I send 20,000 troops to aid your invasion"
13026,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1275,2014-12-15T20:41:00,A Changing America,"""Dear leader! Saudi Arabia has invaded our Arab gulf province of Yemen! They have begun bombing raids.""<br/>Aladeen replied ""Calm my friend. For they are friends with the west and putrid capitalist. In due time they shall fall."" He paused. ""How far along is our 2nd nuclear weapon?""<br/>""It shall be ready within a week.!<br/>""Good I want the one we have now to blow up in Riyadh.""<br/>""Y-you-you can't be serious, sir. If we fire nukes, the international community will condemn us and ruin us. Plus, aren't we saving it for Israel?""<br/>""You said the second one will be done within a week, right""<br/>""That is correct.""<br/>""Good, make sure that time is cut in half and the nuke is done in 3 days. Okay. If it isn't you will die.""<br/>The man was scared. ""As you wish sir."" He motioned to the man with the briefcase.<br/><br/>Aladeen opened the briefcase, typed in the launch code, and pressed the button..."
13027,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1275,2014-12-15T20:44:00,New Napo France,"Nino gives a speech claiming Nicaragua to be USCA's and thanks all who sent aid, minutes later war is declared. In the next two hours 15,000 Panamanian, 1,000 Danish, and 5,000 Arabians,pour over the border between the countries, heading for Managua the capital."
13028,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1275,2014-12-15T20:45:00,Zauaria,"<blockquote><div><cite>A Changing America <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22812569#p22812569"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Dear leader! Saudi Arabia has invaded our Arab gulf province of Yemen! They have begun bombing raids.""<br/>Aladeen replied ""Calm my friend. For they are friends with the west and putrid capitalist. In due time they shall fall."" He paused. ""How far along is our 2nd nuclear weapon?""<br/>""It shall be ready within a week.!<br/>""Good I want the one we have now to blow up in Riyadh.""<br/>""Y-you-you can't be serious, sir. If we fire nukes, the international community will condemn us and ruin us. Plus, aren't we saving it for Israel?"" <br/>""You said the second one will be done within a week, right""<br/>""That is correct.""<br/>""Good, make sure that time is cut in half and the nuke is done in 3 days. Okay. If it isn't you will die.""<br/>The man was scared. ""As you wish sir."" He motioned to the man with the briefcase. <br/><br/>Aladeen opened the briefcase, typed in the launch code, and pressed the button...</div></blockquote><br/>Saudi Arabia launches an Anti Ballistic Missile at the nuke"
13029,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1275,2014-12-15T20:46:00,A Changing America,The anti-ballistic missiles miss but cause the nuke to go off course and hit Ranyah.
13030,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1275,2014-12-15T20:50:00,New Napo France,"With the invasion going well and the advance nearing Managua, Nino declares war on Honduras, and calls Cuba into both wars as a back-up."
13031,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1275,2014-12-15T20:51:00,Zechaslavia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22812332#p22812332"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: for anyone making a RP, I'm ready to be your CO-OP.</div></blockquote><br/>I would make a fallout rp but id need a map maker too"
13032,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1275,2014-12-15T20:51:00,Zauaria,"<blockquote><div><cite>A Changing America <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22812641#p22812641"">wrote</a>:</cite>The anti-ballistic missiles miss but cause the nuke to go off course and hit Ranyah.</div></blockquote><br/>Saudi troops advance towards the city of Sa'dah"
13033,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1275,2014-12-15T20:52:00,Zechaslavia,WEU condemns wadiyas use of nuclear weapons
13034,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1275,2014-12-15T20:53:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>A Changing America <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22812641#p22812641"">wrote</a>:</cite>The anti-ballistic missiles miss but cause the nuke to go off course and hit Ranyah.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: NO NUKES."
13035,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1275,2014-12-15T20:54:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Zechaslavia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22812702#p22812702"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22812332#p22812332"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: for anyone making a RP, I'm ready to be your CO-OP.</div></blockquote><br/>I would make a fallout rp but id need a map maker too</div></blockquote><br/>OOC:Can't help you there, I'm on a phone."
13036,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1275,2014-12-15T20:54:00,A Changing America,"""Sir, the nuke went off course and hit Ranyah.""<br/>""At least we hit them. How much casualties?""<br/>He fell silent. ""Only a few sir. Ranyah is a relatively small city.""<br/>Aladeen stared at the man. ""If you don't get a nuke into Riyadh or Mecca within the month, your head will be launched into Mecca."""
13037,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1275,2014-12-15T20:55:00,A Changing America,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22812733#p22812733"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>A Changing America <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22812641#p22812641"">wrote</a>:</cite>The anti-ballistic missiles miss but cause the nuke to go off course and hit Ranyah.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: NO NUKES.</div></blockquote><br/>Ranyah has a very small population. Plus it's a small nuke."
13038,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1275,2014-12-15T20:56:00,Badassistanian,The Chinese continue. To live in peace
13039,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1275,2014-12-15T20:57:00,New Napo France,"<blockquote><div><cite>A Changing America <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22812751#p22812751"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Sir, the nuke went off course and hit Ranyah.""<br/>""At least we hit them. How much casualties?"" <br/>He fell silent. ""Only a few sir. Ranyah is a relatively small city.""<br/>Aladeen stared at the man. ""If you don't get a nuke into Riyadh or Mecca within the month, your head will be launched into Mecca.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Panama sends diplomats to try and cease hostilities between the nations."
13040,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1300,2014-12-15T20:58:00,A Changing America,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Napo France <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22812790#p22812790"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>A Changing America <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22812751#p22812751"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Sir, the nuke went off course and hit Ranyah.""<br/>""At least we hit them. How much casualties?"" <br/>He fell silent. ""Only a few sir. Ranyah is a relatively small city.""<br/>Aladeen stared at the man. ""If you don't get a nuke into Riyadh or Mecca within the month, your head will be launched into Mecca.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Panama sends diplomats to try and cease hostilities.</div></blockquote><br/>The Panamanian diplomats are killed on sight. Every embassy of every other nation is besieged by Wadiyan troops."
13041,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1300,2014-12-15T21:01:00,Zauaria,Saudi Arabia asks for approval and support for total war against Yemen
13042,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1300,2014-12-15T21:03:00,New Napo France,"<blockquote><div><cite>A Changing America <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22812751#p22812751"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Sir, the nuke went off course and hit Ranyah.""<br/>""At least we hit them. How much casualties?"" <br/>He fell silent. ""Only a few sir. Ranyah is a relatively small city.""<br/>Aladeen stared at the man. ""If you don't get a nuke into Riyadh or Mecca within the month, your head will be launched into Mecca.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Panama calls the creation of a pact to stop any attacks against the religious cities of Mecca and Jerusalem."
13043,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1300,2014-12-15T21:07:00,Gyrenaica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Zauaria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22812843#p22812843"">wrote</a>:</cite>Saudi Arabia asks for approval and support for total war against Yemen</div></blockquote><br/>We ask that you only take Yemen from the Wadiyans. We will take Wadiya itself."
13044,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1300,2014-12-15T21:10:00,Zauaria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Gyrenaica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22812898#p22812898"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Zauaria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22812843#p22812843"">wrote</a>:</cite>Saudi Arabia asks for approval and support for total war against Yemen</div></blockquote><br/>We ask that you only take Yemen from the Wadiyans. We will take Wadiya itself.</div></blockquote><br/>Deal"
13045,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1300,2014-12-15T21:11:00,Zechaslavia,"<blockquote><div><cite>A Changing America <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22812805#p22812805"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Napo France <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22812790#p22812790"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Panama sends diplomats to try and cease hostilities.</div></blockquote><br/>The Panamanian diplomats are killed on sight. Every embassy of every other nation is besieged by Wadiyan troops.</div></blockquote><br/>WEU never had an embassy in wadiya and never had diplomatic relations with them"
13046,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1300,2014-12-15T21:18:00,New Napo France,"The advance through Nicaragua is successful and the capital is taken, no official peace deal has been made, and a new force is being readied for the Honduras war.<br/><br/>OOG:Going to bed."
13047,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1300,2014-12-15T21:24:00,Zauaria,Saudi Arabia launches airstrikes against the Yemeni capital of Sana'a
13048,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1300,2014-12-16T01:52:00,Bendicion,The British armt attacks Eastern Island and easily conquers it.52 were killed.Massivetourism is being accpeted.<br/><br/>Ooc:What page dod Friendship games end in?
13049,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1300,2014-12-16T02:37:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"A while back. This roleplay is dead, join<a class=""postlink-local"" href=""https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323840"">viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323840</a>instead now, its a new one"
13050,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1300,2014-12-16T06:03:00,Gyrenaica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22814602#p22814602"">wrote</a>:</cite>A while back. This roleplay is dead, join <a class=""postlink"" href=""https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323840"" rel=""nofollow"">https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopi ... 1&amp;t=323840</a> instead now, its a new one</div></blockquote><br/>It's not dead."
13051,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1300,2014-12-16T06:12:00,Zechaslavia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Gyrenaica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22815331#p22815331"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22814602#p22814602"">wrote</a>:</cite>A while back. This roleplay is dead, join <a class=""postlink"" href=""https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323840"" rel=""nofollow"">https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopi ... 1&amp;t=323840</a> instead now, its a new one</div></blockquote><br/>It's not dead.</div></blockquote><br/>Agreed"
13052,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1300,2014-12-16T06:19:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Zechaslavia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22815369#p22815369"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Gyrenaica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22815331#p22815331"">wrote</a>:</cite>It's not dead.</div></blockquote><br/>Agreed</div></blockquote><br/>If you guys want to stay here and use space weapons so there's no fun in attacking, fine by me. If you don't, your welcome to go to the space age one(Which personally I do not want to join due to space weapons), or if you don't want space weapons, your welcome to come to the Interwar Year roleplay."
13053,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1300,2014-12-16T09:14:00,Zechaslavia,"*gently pushes and shoves through crowd* ""excuse me, pardon me. Oh whats this here. I must have accidentaly dropped this""<a class=""postlink-local"" href=""http://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?ns=1&amp;f=31&amp;t=323869&amp;p=22816690#wrap"">viewtopic.php?ns=1&amp;f=31&amp;t=323869&amp;p=22816690#wrap</a>""its my new RP, if anyone wants they can apply but it is more realistic than this RP and dosent focus so much on imperialism but its based in the cold war and will be fun"" *exits through the back*"
13054,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1300,2014-12-16T09:23:00,Great Britain and Belgium,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Napo France <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22811821#p22811821"">wrote</a>:</cite>Well i say we have our peace deal, all land in South America is given up, New Zealand becomes free, reparations, and possibly Tasmanian.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>We have no land in South America, New Zealand will remain part of the Empire. No reparation paid by Australasia until such a time as reparation are paid to us. Tasmania is not our business, however if a nation other than Australia occupies the island then there will have to be new agreements."
13055,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1300,2014-12-16T15:54:00,New Napo France,"Im leaving the RP, i think your free from the wars."
13056,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1300,2014-12-16T15:55:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,The USSR missiles itself using its entire Military storage. Bye.
13057,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1300,2014-12-16T15:59:00,Great Britain and Belgium,Australia launches a 3000 megaton nuclear strike against itself and the Empire. Goodbye.
13058,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1300,2014-12-16T16:03:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,We launch a 7777777777777777777777777777 megaton missile at everyone. World goes boom.<br/><br/>- The nuclear godmod species.
13059,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1300,2014-12-16T16:04:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"Buying all the maple syrup there is off canada, we now drown the world in maple syrup."
13060,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1300,2014-12-16T16:59:00,Zechaslavia,"WEU drops this bomb ><a class=""postlink-local"" href=""http://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323869"">viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323869</a><img alt="":p"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_tongue.gif"" title=""Razz""/>"
13061,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1300,2014-12-17T16:24:00,Atlas Security,"<blockquote><div><cite>A Changing America <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22812805#p22812805"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Napo France <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22812790#p22812790"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Panama sends diplomats to try and cease hostilities.</div></blockquote><br/>The Panamanian diplomats are killed on sight. Every embassy of every other nation is besieged by Wadiyan troops.</div></blockquote><br/>Israel is sending several regiments in to destroy WEU forces in Saudi, protect the embassies, and march onto the rest of the WEU. Israel declares war, hoping that EURASI and Genesis will follow suit.<br/><br/>Anti missile lasers are set up at Israel's space stations. Space missile systems are set up as well, to obliterate opposition in the region."
13062,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1300,2014-12-21T13:42:00,New Napo France,"<blockquote><div><cite>Atlas Security <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22831062#p22831062"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>A Changing America <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323443&amp;p=22812805#p22812805"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Panamanian diplomats are killed on sight. Every embassy of every other nation is besieged by Wadiyan troops.</div></blockquote><br/>Israel is sending several regiments in to destroy WEU forces in Saudi, protect the embassies, and march onto the rest of the WEU. Israel declares war, hoping that EURASI and Genesis will follow suit. <br/><br/>Anti missile lasers are set up at Israel's space stations. Space missile systems are set up as well, to obliterate opposition in the region.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>RP is dead."
13063,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1300,2014-12-22T02:13:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"No, RP is not dead.<br/>*stabs RP in the heart*<br/>It is murdered."
13064,"World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323443&start=1300,2014-12-22T19:04:00,New Napo France,"The remnants of Panama drops a small bomb that is named<a class=""postlink-local"" href=""http://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324500"">viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324500</a>on the last sanctuary of the world."
13065,World War III (Closed; AoGN Only;AH/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323513,2014-12-13T13:48:00,Republika Srpska Party,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=4&amp;t=322864"" rel=""nofollow"">AoGN SIGN UP THREAD</a></span></span></span></div><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323433"" rel=""nofollow"">OOC</a></span></span></span></div><br/><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.nationstates.net/images/flags/uploads/deian_salazar__673156.jpg""/></div><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.nationstates.net/images/flags/uploads/republika_srpska_party__630671.png""/></div><br/><br/>Last damn time, it's only the Alliance of Great Nations, if you want to be part of it, you can join it here! Well, this is a thread I made for the Alliance of Great Nations to have fun killing each other for the lolz and fun. So yea, hope you guys enjoy, remember, AoGN only, no one else is allowed to join.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">DESCRIPTION:</span><br/>In a world, cursed with war and hatred, many Nations unite with each other to form a new country, the newer nations also form alliances and pacts with other new Nations. Everyone who lived in one of these Nations knew that the World will never be the same of how it was before. In some countries, Crime rate might rise because of Military boost ups. Anyway, thanks to many territorial claiming, rebels rise up against the Governments, that includes starting Revolutions, same as Civil Wars. Since the World is a place full with fire, smoke, death and blood, who would win in a cold-blooded world like this? ENJOY NOW.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">OP:</span><a href=""//www.nationstates.net/nation=Republika Srpska Party"">Republika Srpska Party</a><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">CO-OPs:</span><a href=""//www.nationstates.net/nation=Deian salazar"">Deian salazar</a>,<span style=""text-decoration: underline"">SPOT OPEN</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">OFFICIAL MAP MAKER:</span><a href=""//www.nationstates.net/nation=Eddoren"">Eddoren</a><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">NOTE TO DEIAN:</span>Please, during RP in the IC, MAKE A DAMN SPACES AFTER A COMA AND A DOT."
13066,World War III (Closed; AoGN Only;AH/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323513,2014-12-13T15:06:00,Allied Connurist States,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">UNDISCLOSED RESIDENCE OF THE EMPEROR, EASTERN COAST</span></span></div><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""So if there was ever a time to strike, ever a time to expand ourselves territorially, that time is now.""</span>said General Scarlett.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Other countries are becoming a mess. In fact, we'd be doing them all a favour if we came in and annexed them if you think about it.""</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""But I despise warfare. I would rather not engage in it unless it's absolutely necessary. And you forget that I am perfectly happy with where we are now. Regardless, such a move would hardly garner public support, and that's exactly what we need.""</span>The Emperor rose up from his seat.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Besides, you know full well that all I want is to spend time with Alice. Where's the romance in warfare? In fact...""</span>he says, trembling slightly and anger clear in his voice<span style=""font-style: italic"">""I'd rather not risk losing another wife""</span><br/><br/>The General sighed. Connor ALWAYS managed to link everything to the death of his first wife. But she had a point to make, and nothing was going to stop her from making it.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Sit down.""</span>she ordered sternly.<span style=""font-style: italic"">I'm not saying we invade for the sole purpose of invasion. But we need to assert our power, showcase it! If the rest of the world think that we're weak, they'll hit us here on our home soil! This is a facade... there's gonna be one hell of a fight and we need to take it to them!""</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Fine. You're right, and you're damn clever, but I'm still not fucking happy. I propose that we make alliances first. I mean, look, we're hardly going to be able take down the largest of nations on our own! How is our nation of 120 million people, with a total military of 2.2 million going to fare against militaries of ten million!? We don't even have a technological advantage over most of the world, and defending is a hell of a lot easier than attacking... I mean c'mon Scarlett! If only Ms Maxwell was still around, she'd have formulated a lovely plan by now! I want one on my desk as soon as you can get it there. I'll try making some foreign friends, yeah?""</span><br/><br/>That was a lie. He'd get the Empress to make friends for him. His facade of confidence was good, but couldn't compare to the real deal. And people are much more likely to make friends with you when you're as beautiful as Empress Alice I. He'd talk to her soon, once he'd gotten out of the damned room, and onto the lovely beach outside....<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Fucking hell, I'm only 30""</span>he mutters under his breath.<br/><br/>(OOC: Is this post good enough? I'm not accustomed to war topics)"
13067,World War III (Closed; AoGN Only;AH/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323513,2014-12-13T16:11:00,Eddoren,"<span style=""font-style: italic"">Guild Council Chamber,<br/>Eradia City,<br/>Capital of the Guild Republic<br/><br/>Grand Master Blackfyre sat looking around the circular table at the Guild Masters assembled and sighed. They bickered and fought as usual, she banged the gavel before speaking so as to gather their collective attentions, ""Masters, our nation stands as one of the preeminent powers of the world, and yet here you are bickering over who's guild is better. For the sake of the Divines quit your bickering and listen carefully. We must reach out and establish ourselves as allies and friends to nation's we deem worthy. The glory of the Guild Republic is at stake here and we must ensure a long lasting and stable legacy for generations to come. I propose that we move towards securing our Eastern Borders with the European States and our Southern Borders with The Feng Dynasty for security precautions. We must also begin preparations for my visit to the Allied Connurist States in the Pacific for our Conference. I will also make a stop in the Feng Capital assuming they permit it, and possibly a stop in Togeria as well."" She took a deep breath and looked around. The Masters had fallen silent and were listening. If there was one thing they knew, it was that Blackfyre was no pushover when it came to war, and if she was delivering warnings then they knew to heed her calls. ""That is the plan that we must enact to ensure our future. Now if you will excuse me I must go and make the preparations with the Grand Marshal Valentinius, Grand Admiral Oxham and Grand Air Marshall Allerius."" She said bowing to the Guild Masters before departing and walking through the halls of the Presidium before exiting the grand building and into a car that would take her to the Grand Master's Tower, where her Administration was housed an the Military's Top Brass awaited her. <br/><br/>Already some preparations had begun throughout the Guild Republic. She had already ordered the military to make double security along the borders and to being training more rigorously. The military was moving most of its Active Duty personnel to the Eastern Border with the European States and the reserves who were on partial-duty were being sent to the Far East to secure the borders with the Feng Dynasty. The navy had just received funds to more than triple its size to war time standards and the military as a whole had received a massive budget boost, why? Because Blackfyre had learned from her time as a Grand Admiral in the Imperial Navy, to trust no one and always be prepared for the worst. This was the way she planned on preparing and while it might as well have said to other nations that the Guild Republic was preparing for war, she hoped they knew the Guild Republic well enough to know that they fought wars only when seriously provoked and not just for the hell of it. Time would be the judge of whether the Guild Republic would be pulled into some foreign war or if it would be possible to stay neutral and coexist happily and peacefully. Time... the eternal judge.</span>"
13068,World War III (Closed; AoGN Only;AH/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323513,2014-12-13T16:29:00,Togeria,"<span style=""font-style: italic""> The chairman had sat at his desk all day, thinking. The Fengs were building a empire, and he knew it, he also knew his home would be a target. He needs to take the north, he needs allies, but who would help him? He could look to ACS or NAE, but the perfect candidate would be Eddoren. Their culture is similar, more similar then Togeria's and the the Fengs. <br/><br/>""Sir, you been here all day, are you ok?""<br/>""Yes. I'm fine go along, and tell the army to secure the borders.""<br/><br/>He looked at a map of the world, he would have to plan carefully, very carefully. Maybe he would go to the conference, but just to discuss relations with the Feng Dynasty. Togeria was a proud nation, and he wouldn't let it be taken by another, but he needed a plan.<br/><br/>""Tell the ministry of communications to send a telegram to Eddoren it's important.""<br/><br/>A couple hours later a telegram read-</span><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Dear Eddoren,<br/>The Chairman wishes to speak with your leader, it's very important, as it discuss Togeria's state of being at the moment. Please respond.<br/>From, Ministry of Foreign Affairs</span></blockquote>"
13069,World War III (Closed; AoGN Only;AH/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323513,2014-12-13T17:06:00,Irav,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Kingdom of the Netherlands, The Hague</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">''Silence please, hereby I prime-minister Mark Rutte of the Kingdom of the Netherlands this meeting of the Second Chamber for opened. We have successfully passed our new government budget which has doubled our defence budget to 67 Billion euro's. Because of this we have successfully launched the newest aircraft carrier of the Kingdom the KMS Karel Doorman together with several new Destroyers. We now have to plan a meeting between our kingdom and our newst ally which is on the other side of the North Sea.''</span><br/><br/>Mark Rutte walked back to his seat in the second chamber and started writing a letter to the Second British Empire.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">From:</span> The Kingdom of the Netherlands<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">To:</span> The Second British Empire<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Subject:</span> Diplomatic Meeting<br/><br/>Greetings leaders of the Second Britsh Empire.<br/><br/>We would like to arrange a diplomatic meeting between our 2 nations, with as subject the North Atlantic Political Union. Which will benefit both our nations together with many others in the area. As we are all given the right to defend ourselves from foreign nations including the Feng Dynasty from who we are thinking that they have plans to build an empire anytime soon. We have send Gerard Van Houten our diplomat from Schiphol to the embassy in London.<br/><br/>We hope to hear from you soon.<br/><br/>Mark Rutte<br/>Prime-Minister<br/>Kingom of the Netherlands</blockquote>"
13070,World War III (Closed; AoGN Only;AH/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323513,2014-12-13T17:26:00,Northern Arcadian Empire,"London, 2nd British Empire<br/><br/>A Trooper walked and handed Frederick a letter; Frederick picked the letter and liked at it<br/>""What's this?"" He said<br/>The Trooper looked at Frederick ""Sir a letter form the Kingdom of Netherlands""<br/>""I see.....I'll look at it"" Emperor Frederick looked at the letter and smiled, then happily wrote back<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To:Kingdom of Netherlands<br/>From: 2nd British Empire<br/>We would happily agree to the alliance innovation</blockquote>"
13071,World War III (Closed; AoGN Only;AH/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323513,2014-12-13T17:41:00,Eddoren,"<span style=""font-style: italic"">Somewhere in Guild Republic Airspace<br/><br/>As Grand Master Blackfyre entered the airplane she took a cellphone from one of her aides and called the Grand Magistrate, her Deputy, ""Yes, this is Blackfyre, issue a Guardian Marque to Taiwan, Mongolia and Japan as a symbol of our continued faith and guardianship of those lands. Make sure everyone knows that any aggression towards those nations is an aggression towards the Guild Republic. That's all."" she said hanging up and taking her seat in the private jet. The jet taxied and took off from Eradia City's International Airport setting its course for the Capital City of the Allied Connurist States where she would be meeting their Ruler and the Leader from Togeria for a Conference. Blackfyre took out a tablet and began looking through material and some intelligence her nation had on some others. </span>"
13072,World War III (Closed; AoGN Only;AH/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323513,2014-12-13T18:27:00,Togeria,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">TORYAMA AIRPORT</span><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">The chairman prepared his luggage as he went on the jet, he would be going to Erdadia city to day, he heard it was a very beautiful city, and couldn't wait to see for himself. He got on the jet and began looking at the news, keeping up on current events, as he looked to strengthen the People's Empire.</span>"
13073,World War III (Closed; AoGN Only;AH/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323513,2014-12-13T18:29:00,Allied Connurist States,"<span style=""font-style: italic"">""We can expect Grand Master Blackfyre to arrive in Pearsonville soon""</span>an aide says, waiting for an order.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Very well. Dismissed.""</span>was the reply. Emperor Connor I hated the capital for a damn good reason, and that's why he'd moved out to the east coast anyway. The Imperial Connurist Palace had once been a place that he'd called home, but after an incident a few years back it had never felt safe, and never truly felt like home again. The Capital just lacked something special, it wasn't particularly warm and there was nothing to make it distinct from any other unimportant city on the globe. But the High Council had insisted that such a conference take place there, and so it would. It was only a few years back that the High Council were on the brink of giving a notice of no confidence, and he damn well knew it and would stay on their good side. He was an absolute ruler that wasn't quite absolute, and had only attended few conferences despite six years of power.<br/><br/>That was not his main concern. His main concern was the conference itself. It wasn't a ball, so it was unlikely that he'd get drunk, but despite the fact that typically Connurists even made conferences fun and informal affairs, he wished to keep it strictly business. Making small talk had never been a strength of his, but these days it was weaker than ever. It was just too open, too risky that people might ask him about<span style=""font-style: italic"">personal</span>affairs, and send him down a similar route of depression he'd been down some years ago. Luckily, he did have the Empress - she'd been fulfilling roles for the state before any relationship occured, and she was brilliant in social affairs. Hopefully she wouldn't have to completely conceal any problems he might encounter, though he had been a lot better over the past couple of years. Charismatic, beautiful and clever was a winning trio for anyone anywhere anytime.<br/><br/>There was a few hours yet, leaving time for the Emperor and Empress to prepare themselves for the ensuing event. They'd prepare some sort of document (or failing that, a plan) for their use, co-ordinating the affairs. An alliance was most definitely wanted, and a military alliance at that. Things were supposedly about to hit the fan, said the High Command. And in a world where you're one of the smaller nations, it was time to make some friends, because isolationists always fight alone. Still, a few hours was more than enough time to set something up, change into more formal attire and have some leisure time."
13074,World War III (Closed; AoGN Only;AH/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323513,2014-12-13T18:55:00,Naval Monte,"<span style=""font-style: italic"">Congress of the National Diet Chamber Room,<br/>Carmina Gadelica,<br/>Capital City of Naval Monte</span><br/><br/>The chamber room of the congress was buzzed with members of both the Senate and National Assembly arguing on their own points of view on how to deal with the current problem at hand, mainly the increasing shift towards Imperialism that is being displayed from the Feng Dynasty. Normally these chambers would be empty and will only be filled when both houses of the Diet either want to vote on to make revision to the Constitutions or to hear an address from the President of the Mediterranean Republic. However the president stayed silent has she allowed both houses to argue on their views on how to deal with the Fengs, the two most popular are to deter them away from away from their imperialistic goals through a threat of force and the other is to stay neutral in the coming conflict.<br/><br/>President Monique D'Aubainne took a gavel and banged it on her desk several times to get everyone's attention towards her. Seeing that the bickering is now over she looked around the Hemicycle to see that she now has everyone's attention she finally has a chance to get her word in. ""Senators and Deputies, The time of peace that we have so cherished is now threaten due to one of the superpowers of this world overstepping their bounds and instead of working together you all choose to instead bicker and argue as if were children, is this how you want the next generation to remember you all? A bunch of children fighting while an empire is forming from the east? I purpose that we on to securing our borders throughout the nation to increase national security. Next I want our ships to patrol all openings on the Mediterranean so we don't get caught off guard by any suspicious naval vessel, I will also order that we shift some of our budget towards defense to boost our military.""<br/><br/>Just than the minster of defense rose up from her seat. ""Ma'am I recent;y got word that our Maritime Defense Force as acquired a new Replenishment oilers along with new Naval fighters, helicopters, uavs, and AEW&Cs."" said the minster as she sat back down. ""I suppose we will do with those for now and move up from there, Also have patrol copters and drones to monitor our aerospace and to have our satellites monitor the Fengs from above."" her secretary than notified Monique that she had a telegram from Irav to make an alliance. ""Tell him that for now we wish to stay neutral but depending on what happens an alliance between us may happen."" said the masked president as the meeting continues on has the secretary sends the message back to Irav."
13075,World War III (Closed; AoGN Only;AH/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323513,2014-12-13T19:11:00,Irav,"Gerard arrived at Schiphol international airport in Amsterdam just in time to catch the airplane to London for his meeting with the diplomat from the 2nd British Empire. He planned on adressing the issues with the Feng Dynasty growing more imperialistic as well as the creation of the North Atlantic Political Union. As he got on the plan which would bring him to the 2nd British Empire, he took some documents and letters out of his briefcase and started reading through them.<br/><br/>In the east of the Kingdom in the city of Berlin General Winkelman was at the defence department of the Kingdom secret plans were made for Operation Nordic Flare. He and several other generals of the army were discussing the plan under the city of Berlin in a bunker constructed shortly after WWII. The big but dark room included a bunch of maps of the surrounding nations and several other things including a telephone line directly connected to the diplomatic capital of The Hague.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">''Alright Operation Nordic Blaze, that is our first goal. Nordic Blaze is the code name for the invasion of both Denmark and the Southern half of Sweden.''</span>Winkelman sat down in his chair.<br/><br/>Another general stood up from his chair and started talking.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">''We have an army of 78.000 men operational for the invasion of Denmark. They will be located on the border that we share with them. Meanwhile we have the carrier the Karel Doorman together with a naval escort will start the bombing of Aarhus, the second largest city in Denmark. This should get them to surrender very soon and without too much casualties. The invasion of Sweden cannot be made public at this moment. But we will reveal it when we get to that point.''</span>General Erik Peters said."
13076,World War III (Closed; AoGN Only;AH/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323513,2014-12-13T19:24:00,Eddoren,"<span style=""font-style: italic"">Pearsonville International Airport,<br/><br/>Grand Master Blackfyre's jet had landed and she stretched some, hearing a couple pops in her back she smiled. Her aide handed a briefcase to her and then she put on a smile as the door opened revealing a setting sun on the horizon and three black SUVs were waiting with armed Republican Guardsmen. Ready to escort the Grand Master to the Conference Site. She saluted the men and entered the middle car. On the ride to the Conference Site, she took out a secure satellite phone and called the Grand Magistrate. <br/><br/>""Is Operation Blue Rose prepared?"" she asked cringing a little before the positive answer was given. Operation Blue Rose was a military plan to invade Finland, the Baltic States and and the Northern half of Sweden. Arrangements had been made for eighty thousand soldiers supported by artillery and mechanized divisions to invade the three Baltic States in pincher movements, and then an equally large for to pincher move into Finland. Eighty thousand soldiers were to be amphibiously landed twenty miles north of Stockholm in Sweden to march and seize the capital to force the Swedish government to capitulate. ""Proceed when ready, make sure to send me updates when the forces achieve their preliminary goals."" She said before hanging up. Meanwhile on the Baltic Borders and with Finland, the military was preparing to assault the following day at dawn. Some sixteen hours from now. Preparations had been made, plans had been finalized and now it was up to the forces of the Guild Republic to get the jobs done. </span>"
13077,World War III (Closed; AoGN Only;AH/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323513,2014-12-14T11:00:00,Allied Connurist States,"General Scarlett was the Chief General, below only the Emperor and Empress, for a reason. Along with her colleauges, namely General Paul Charlton and General Richard Quick, she had indeed came up with a military plan of action which would hopefully satisfy the Emperor's demand for a grand scheme.<br/><br/>It was titled<span style=""font-style: italic"">Operation Pacific Inferno.</span>When making a military operation, careful consideration was always given to how cool/badass it sounded, because obviously it was important. If something was going to go down in history, one may as well make it aesthetically pleasing too. Outlined within the dossier placed upon the desk was the list of targets and their military manpower respectively, and it was divided up into two stages. The first stage was the easier and softer targets, where literally nothing could go wrong, whereas by comparison the second stage would be more challenging. And as a final note, it had been written that the General was working on another military operation entirely.....<br/><br/>The reservists had been called up, bolstering the entire force that could be called upon to 2.2 million. Construction of the third Connurist Aircraft Carrier had been completed, and was due to be announced at the conference later. Mock attacks were played out in war games in the vast swathes of the countryside, the Connurist Air Force made final preparations for its roles, and declarations of war were being drafted to those nations unfortunate enough to have been selected to face the wrath of fierce Connurist patriotism. The armed forces were originally mainly aimed at pulling off defensive operations, and that was still the specialty of the majority of the men and women serving. But a force of 450,000 had been trained primarily for attacking interests, for attack was often the best form of defence, and who knew when they'd be needed to serve the interests of the Empire? This force would be the main group launching attacks, whilst the rest of the soldiers, focussed on defensive operations, would be ideally suited for holding the territory that would soon fall under the banner of the Empire of Allied Connurist States...."
13078,World War III (Closed; AoGN Only;AH/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323513,2014-12-14T14:50:00,Allied Connurist States,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Imperial Connurist Palace, Outskirts of Pearsonville</span></div><br/>A trio of black SUVs made their way up the long driveway to the building, stopping at the checkpoint. After it was confirmed that the delegation was from th Guild Republic of Eddoren, they were allowed through, escorted by a small group of the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Imperial Vanguard</span>, an elite task force with the objective of providing security to VIPs. They wore a uniform that was as elaborate as the security protocols, and wielded the indigenously designed (but effective copy of the H&K G36C) SC-1 assault rifle.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Grand Master Blackfyre, we wish you a warm welcome to the Allied Connurist States. We often refer to it as the ACS for short. Normally I'd offer you a tour, but Emperor Connor and Empress Alice are expecting you in the conference room, which is where we're currently escorting you to.""</span>said a Captain.<br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Conference Room</span></span></span><br/>The Emperor and the Empress were rather impressed with the plans for Operation Pacific Inferno, but it could be tweaked slightly. The Generals who had created it thus far were in the room, and were currently in a state of negotiations with the two most powerful people residing in Australasia. A couple of hours earlier an invitation had been sent to President Monique D'Aubainne of Naval Monte in order to discuss matters. They had just received word that Grand Master Blackfyre of the Guild Republic of Eddoren had arrived and would be in the room very shortly, so it was a matter of waiting for the aforementioned President of Naval Monte and the Togerian Chairman to arrive in Pearsonville so that important matters could be discussed."
13079,World War III (Closed; AoGN Only;AH/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323513,2014-12-14T15:07:00,Eddoren,"""Thank you,"" Grand Master Blackfyre said to the Captain. She was pleased to see that the grandeur of the building continued on the inside. Following the Captain she and her Minister of Foreign Affairs and Economics Minister accompanied her. The first was an older woman named Amelia Tessien with long gray hair and was wearing an opulent uniform that was white and had many medals and military decorations from her time in the Imperial Navy before the Civil War. The Economics Minister was a younger man, maybe around forty five, with black hair that was starting to gray at the roots. His facial structure was like that of an eagle and his blue eyes were piercing. He was large in build, muscular with wide shoulders and stood at six foot five. He simply wore a black business suit with a blue tie and a Eddorenian flag pin. The Grand Master herself was wearing her Grand Admirals uniform that she had donned for nearly a decade in the service of the Holy Empire before the Civil War and subsequently being elected as Grand Master. A ceremonial sword hung at her side, and her medals, decorations and a red sash decorated her uniform.<br/><br/>The trio made their way into the Conference Room and she stood there and smiled when her eyes came to the Emperor and Empress, she bowed as did the others out of respect. ""It is a pleasure to be in your presence your imperial majesties."" She said smiling before taking a seat at the table, only after she nodded to the gathered Generals. ""Shall we begin talking or should we wait for the others to arrive?"" Blackfyre asked. She was no stranger to being in the presence of Imperial Sovereigns, she had served under three in her lifetime, when Eddoren was the Holy Empire, before the Guilds revolted and then the Civil War happened."
13080,World War III (Closed; AoGN Only;AH/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323513,2014-12-14T15:23:00,Togeria,"""We're turning around to the capital of the ACS, there seems to be important matters to discuss."" His secretary said.<br/><br/>It seemed the ACS needed a word with him, very well, a world power is always a good thing to have. He hated his neighbors above him, they were imperialist through and through, he would need to change that, and this discussion could be very beneficial. He pulled a book, it detailed the history of the world an the countries inside them, he would need to read up on the ACS."
13081,World War III (Closed; AoGN Only;AH/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323513,2014-12-14T15:28:00,Naval Monte,"<span style=""font-style: italic"">Naval Monte International Aeroline </span><br/><br/>As President Monique D'Aubainne was about to board the supersonic passagner airliner known as ""Concordia"" she check her smartphone one last time before she had to turn it off for the flight. Right now they are calling in all reserve troops to be active and are producing more vehicles encase of an all out global war begins, there's even works on new weapons and vehicles. She than enter the plan and decide to make one last call before the plane can take off. ""Yes Seras is me, I want you to issue special orders that the countries of Italy and Spain are under our protection and any signs of aggression towards them will be a sign of aggression towards the Mediterranean Republic. Also make sure to hire some of the nation's best hacker under our pay roll, I have an idea that I want to try with them."" said the president right as the pilot announced that the plane was ready for take off. Saying good bye to her secretary and friend she hanged up and in a matter of seconds the Concordia flew to the skies in incredible speed towards the Allied Connurist States.<br/><br/>They send her an invite to a conference and while she still wants the republic to stay neutral when it comes to alliances for now in these troubling times a part of her was curious about what sort of matters they wish to speak to her about that they want a personal meeting with her face to face... Well has much as you can when one of the people is wearing a mask.<br/>The president decided to turn on her phone again and send in a message to the leader of the ACS that she was on her way to the conference.<br/><br/>OOC: this is what the Concordia looks like.<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/e/eb/British_Airways_Concorde_G-BOAC_03.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/c ... OAC_03.jpg</a>"
13082,World War III (Closed; AoGN Only;AH/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323513,2014-12-14T16:03:00,Allied Connurist States,"<span style=""font-style: italic"">""We may as well talk about something. It'd be hardly pragmatic for us to all sit in silence waiting.""</span>stated the Empress, blushing slightly. She's wearing a formal black dress but it is decorated with a sole medal, recognizable to Connurists as a<span style=""font-style: italic"">Hero of the Connurist Empire</span>award. To be frank, she had no clue what to wear, but it was hardly as if anyone would raise issue with it. She was considerably younger than anyone else in the room, for Connurists didn't really care about age if you had the skill, but it seemed as if the closest counterpart was her husband, eight years older than her. The 22 year old brunette felt somewhat isolated as a result.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""There's no need to bow, for we're just people with titles. Between us, Connor and I still find it rather odd.""</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Heads up, President D'Aubainne.... did I pronounce that right? Well, she is on her way here, so looks like we don't have that much time. We've got a few things that we'd like to talk about.</span>says the Emperor, and he takes a sip of a soft drink. He wears a run of the mill suit decorated with a flag-pin of the Empire, and with short black hair stands at just over six foot.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Can we get you anything in terms of food and drink?""</span>"
13083,World War III (Closed; AoGN Only;AH/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323513,2014-12-14T16:12:00,Eddoren,"Grand Master Blackfyre perked up a little hearing that Naval Monte's President was inbound. She smiled, when they offered her party anything, ""Yes, some water would be much appreciated. Also is there anything in particular you would like to discuss now? Operation Pacific Inferno or Operation Blue Rose perhaps? Or something on a lighter note, like how both of you are invited to the Pan-Continental Conference we will be hosting in our Capital in a couple weeks?"" She said smiling and bringing her hands together on the table. She pulled out some folders one of which bore a brilliant blue rose on the cover. Another held a crimson phoenix design and the third folder held a green leaf, all the designs were intricate and ornate. This was just how one of her secretaries had decided to make sure that the Grand Master knew what was in each folder. Operations Blue Rose, Crimson Phoenix and Green Arbor, three highly classified operations all of which were going to happen soon."
13084,World War III (Closed; AoGN Only;AH/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323513,2014-12-14T16:33:00,Togeria,"After a two hour flight, the chairman has arrived in Personville. He enters a SUV, as it's suppose to look like any civilian vehicle, being new to the ACS he doesn't fully trust the security. As he enters his secretary phones the official, asking if they are to meet at the capital building.<br/><br/>OOC: sorry if the question is stupid, in my country discussions like these are usually held at a courthouse."
13085,World War III (Closed; AoGN Only;AH/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323513,2014-12-14T16:34:00,Naval Monte,"<span style=""font-style: italic"">Pearsonville International Airport</span><br/><br/>It didn't take long after they announced their coming for the Concordia to finally land down. Getting up she grabbed her briefcase and put on her mask once the door begins to open. Greeting the masked president was the same setting sun on the horizon and seeing two white Executive cars with guards inside them. Ready to make her way to the conference meeting she walked and entered one of the cars, being greeted and saluted by the guards inside. As the car drives through the city no one said much, a quiet that Monique liked since right now she needed some time to think on what to say during the meeting and wonder why they are even invited her over for this meeting considering Naval Monte has declared that it would join any alliance for the time being.<br/><br/>Soon the cars made it to the long driveway to the building, stopping at the checkpoint. Once it was confirmed that she was the delegate of Naval Monte she entered the building were the guards inside greeted her and lead her to were the room is."
13086,World War III (Closed; AoGN Only;AH/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323513,2014-12-14T16:42:00,Allied Connurist States,"<span style=""font-style: italic"">""I think military operations would be better discussed when the others arrive, although a brief statement of what each one actually entails wouldn't go amiss. With Pacific Inferno, it's self explanatory, don't you think?""</span>he chuckles.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""But you have me intrigued with the mentioning of the Pan-Continental Conference. Would you mind telling us a little about it?""</span>asks Connor I, in a still recognisably English voice. The accent had still not faded even after a decade, but he was happy, for he liked it. He brings out a folder - the plan that his High Command had formulated earlier, and there is no fancy cover art on it. Maybe he'd ask for some next time.<br/><br/>An aide enters with water for the Grand Master and her party.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Anything else, just make it known.""</span>he utters, before returning to where he had came from.<br/><br/>At that moment, President Monique D'Aubainne entered the room. She is directed to a seat at the table, and is greeted by the Emperor.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Glad that you could make it here. Please take a seat, and is there anything we can get you food or drink-wise?""</span>It appeared that there was no time for chat with the Grand Master. An official enters the room literally just after her, having told the Togerian chairman that he was expected at the Palace, and informs everyone that the Togerian chairman is expected at any moment now."
13087,World War III (Closed; AoGN Only;AH/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323513,2014-12-14T16:50:00,Togeria,"With the instruction the van moves to the palace, the chairman sits and makes a mental not of every detail. He loved beautiful cities, and this was one of them, was it as beautiful as Toryama, no, but it was up there. Done with his momentary cite seeing, he pulled out his folder he planned on discussing trade agreements, a military alliance, and if possible discuss what to do with the Fengs.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">30min later</span><br/>He arrived, briefcase and all. He entered the building and was welcomed, they kindly took his briefcase and escorted him to the conference room."
13088,World War III (Closed; AoGN Only;AH/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323513,2014-12-14T17:02:00,Eddoren,"Grand Master Blackfyre stood and saluted President D'Aubainne as she entered the room. It was formalities before she took her seat again and answered Emperor Connors questions. ""The Pan-Continental Conference will have invitations sent to Togeria, Naval Monte, Yourself and The Kingdom of the Netherlands as key nations to helping to secure the future stability of our world."" She said smiling. ""It will be held in Eradia City, our capital. It will be to discuss relations between our nations, securing our territories and how best to avoid wars between our nations."" She added.<br/><br/>A message came across her tablet and she sighed, ""Operation Blue Rose commenced twelve hours ago. After meeting heavy resistance in the Finnish Capital of Helsinki the city has fallen, and the Finnish Government is ready to sign an armistice. Meanwhile our soldiers are meeting resistance in the Baltic States and the Pincher moves seem to have stalled there for the time being. I am ordering an additional ten thousand soldiers with mechanized divisions for reinforcements to those areas needing them the most. Our navy however has succeeded in breaking a blockade set by the rogue Finnish and Swedish navies around our ports and are now battling them in the Baltic Sea for dominance."" Blackfyre said reading the information as it flashed across her screen. The first moves of the world chess game had just occurred."
13089,World War III (Closed; AoGN Only;AH/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323513,2014-12-14T18:04:00,Naval Monte,"Seeing the former Grand Admiral now Grand Master salute her she did the same to Blackfyre as she took her seat. She than said nothing as she heard everyone else talk about all sorts of plans for this allied meeting. The ones that got her interested the most was Operation Blue Rose and this Pan-Continental Conference. Just as Blackfyre was reading from her tablet she felt her phone vibrating. Taking it out she talked the person on the other line and after a few minutes talking she hung up. ""My defense minster called, she told me that since we declared Italy and Spain as protectorates our forces have moved into them to secure bases in them. Our military has recently seen emergence of some new weapons and equipment to use and we're now ready to act if need be."" Monique said looking through the other messages that were sent to her. Knowing now that all that the declaration of neutrality is what preventing Naval Montean forces from performing similar operations that the Eddorens were doing."
13090,World War III (Closed; AoGN Only;AH/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323513&start=25,2014-12-15T15:33:00,Allied Connurist States,"Seeing that the Naval Montean President had given her statement of intent, Emperor Connor pounced upon the opportunity to set out the Connurist state of affairs.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Construction of the third Connurist aircraft carrier has just been completed, and we have called up the reservists to serve actively. We intend to use this new carrier in accordance with its two counterparts to take a step closer to global stability and bring some pacific territories under our control, in what we're calling Operation Pacific Inferno. By doing this we can assert our influence over a wider area and also bring societal equality and economic prosperity to these nations less fortunate than ourselves.""</span>He has prepared a powerpoint presentation on a screen that came down from the ceiling, and it displays a few nations along with their respective figures in terms of military numbers, human development index, illiteracy rates and GDP per capita et cetera.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""As you can see, nations such as East Timor are in a dire state. Many people still rely on subsistence farming and almost half of the population live in extreme poverty. 38.2% of the population have electricity and 37.4% of the population are below the international poverty line. Adult literacy is 58.3% and illiteracy is far higher in women. The maternal moratlity rate is shocking, life expectancy is abysmal and clean drinking water is lacking in some areas. If we look at Papua New Guinea, about a third of the population are living below the international poverty line and it is the worst country in the entire world for gender violence - 41% of men of Bougainville Island reported having raped someone in 2013, and that's disgusting, don't you agree?""<br/><br/>""We hope to help these nations develop into functioning post-modern societies and in return we get an increased sphere of influence around the Pacific, allowing us more options and freedoms which will help us economically and allow us to become more culturally diverse.""</span>he continued.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Lecture over, the list of nations we wish to bring under our control is as such.""<br/><br/>Vanuatu<br/>Fiji<br/>Papua New Guinea<br/>East Timor<br/>Tonga<br/>The Solomon Islands<br/>Nauru<br/>Tuvalu<br/><br/>""This is where we'd like to address you, President D'Aubainne. It would very much help our endeavours in the Pacific area if we had control of as many islands as we can, and as I am sure you are aware your nation is in ownership of some Pacific territories, notably French Polynesia and the Territory of the Wallis and Futuna Islands. Would you be willing to come to an agreement concerning these very islands?""</span>"
13091,World War III (Closed; AoGN Only;AH/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323513&start=25,2014-12-15T16:18:00,Irav,"Operation Nordic Blae had been kicked off by the generals of the Kingdom of the Netherlands against both Denmark and Sweden. On the Dutch-Danish border the advance went quick and smooth with most Danish troops being taken as POW and others surrendering to the armed forces. With the speed of this advance and the bombing of several smaller cities along the Danish coastlines the government in the capital of Copenhagen had surrendered to the Dutch, the moment the troops reached the capital of Copenhagen.<br/><br/>The war quickly continued in Sweden with the first amphibious landing of the 1 and 2 infantry divisions numbering over 24,000 men together. Together with the 5th armoured division they landed in the south of Sweden close to the Danish border. Here heavy resistance was faced from the Swedish armed forces the moment the landing ships hit Swedish shores. Dutch casualties numbered 2,638 in the first few hours of fighting but quickly reached numbers of around 4 to 5 thousand."
13092,World War III (Closed; AoGN Only;AH/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323513&start=25,2014-12-16T08:17:00,Naval Monte,"Staying silent for what felt like hours in the room President Monique thought long about the proposal that was offered. ""If your goal was to simply gain more influence on world events that I would have simply rejected your offer and boost my nations defenses, but the goals that you have shown me is one that I can agree with. I will allow you use the islands for your operation but before I can offically agree to this deal tell me what would happen to the people who live on the islands once I sign our agreement? How much will things change under your leadership?"" said the president curious as to know what the Emperor's responds will be, depending on what he say may either strength the deal for her or may weaken it.<br/><br/>On Italy and Spain NavMo forces continue arrive, while they say the arrive only to protect the two nations both respective governments were starting to worry that this was starting to become a full scale occupation. Both governments were visited by Montean ambassadors wishing to discuss important matters with them."
13093,World War III (Closed; AoGN Only;AH/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323513&start=25,2014-12-16T10:04:00,Allied Connurist States,"<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Under our leadership, we would grant citizenship to these islanders in your territories. This would entitle them to a full compulsory primary and secondary education and the opportunity to attend any college or university of their choice within the Connurist Empire for no charge. All roads would be paved, for the island of Wallis has about 62 miles of highway, of which 10 are paved, while the island of Futuna has only 12 miles, none paved. We would also pave the runway on Futuna Island.""<br/><br/>""As you can see here on my little factbook I've compiled on the Wallis and Futuna isles..."" </span>he says, once again referencing a presentation.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Communication costs are high, roughly ten times higher than they are in our own respective countries. The economy is heavily dependent on subsistence farming as a way of life, and with our funds we can provide real career opportunities to these islanders. It is also possible that following our development of highways and runways we may see tourism from our Empire bring in money for the islands. Because of the culture of these islanders our schools would teach French as a primary language alongside English. French is highly respected within our borders and it is the second most widely spoken language here, in fact the Empress speaks it fluently. I am technically qualified but I haven't uttered a word in French for many years! All in all, our aim is to bring prosperity and unity to the Pacific and bring the region into the post-modern era.""<br/><br/>""Of course, anything you deem imperative to the islands will be considered by us if we do not already cover the matter. I also expect that you and your nation would like something other in return aside from not having to worry about administration costs, and for that we're all ears.""</span>he finishes, and takes a drink."
13094,World War III (Closed; AoGN Only;AH/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323513&start=25,2014-12-16T10:31:00,Naval Monte,"""Similar educational system as ours but with no charge for them, I'm sure some parents back in my country will be jealous of the islanders for that perk. Now as for energy for these islands I saw we should not make them too dependent on fossil fuel and instead use nuclear, hydroelectric, thermal if possible, and other sources of renewable energy. If we most use oil, gases, and coal to bring them energy than we most make sure that it won't damage the environment too much. Now as for technology our reconstruction as been for us to reach that the Post Modern Era that you mentioned a few time, my people could supply them with the latest technologies that we have right now to give them a push."" she said taking a drink herself, making some people in the room how she can even drink anything while still wearing a mask."
13095,World War III (Closed; AoGN Only;AH/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323513&start=25,2014-12-16T10:50:00,Allied Connurist States,"<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Of course. The Connurist Empire is one of the largest users of renewables and is a fan of the nuclear power station. The environment is one of the key features of the Pacific region and we always aim to preserve it within reason. Naturally, the Connurist Empire would have been willing to supply any and all new territories with the latest technology but everyone's latest is always different. What are you able to supply?"" </span><br/><br/>The Emperor found it rather odd how the Montean President was wearing a mask, whilst it was known that masks were a common style within the nation itself, it was unexpected for it to be seen abroad in a formal conference. He wondered whether the mask had a specific purpose in mind, and then whether the President carried a knife and such. He was hardly worried, for he hadn't imposed a 'no-firearms' policy and the Empress sitting beside him was currently concealing a small handgun. The Emperor still did not truly trust himself to carry a firearm, and so he did not. He now waited upon the reply of the President herself, and what Naval Monte would desire in return....."
13096,World War III (Closed; AoGN Only;AH/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323513&start=25,2014-12-16T11:25:00,Naval Monte,"<blockquote><div><cite>Allied Connurist States <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323513&amp;p=22817449#p22817449"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Of course. The Connurist Empire is one of the largest users of renewables and is a fan of the nuclear power station. The environment is one of the key features of the Pacific region and we always aim to preserve it within reason. Naturally, the Connurist Empire would have been willing to supply any and all new territories with the latest technology but everyone's latest is always different. What are you able to supply?"" </span><br/><br/>The Emperor found it rather odd how the Montean President was wearing a mask, whilst it was known that masks were a common style within the nation itself, it was unexpected for it to be seen abroad in a formal conference. He wondered whether the mask had a specific purpose in mind, and then whether the President carried a knife and such. He was hardly worried, for he hadn't imposed a 'no-firearms' policy and the Empress sitting beside him was currently concealing a small handgun. The Emperor still did not truly trust himself to carry a firearm, and so he did not. He now waited upon the reply of the President herself, and what Naval Monte would desire in return.....</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Now since in this world nothing is ever truly free here are the prices attached to this deal. First as to make sure that the international players don't think that I'm simply tossing away islands like candy I would like for your people to pay for those islands along with Naval Monte having half the resources of the islands, the other half will belong to both you and the islanders, I have too at least make sure the islanders still have somethings from themselves and I can't take too much from this deal other wise things start to look unbalanced."" she than stayed quiet for a while thinking about her next choice of words. ""Also I too have plans of expanding my nation's borders as well so for this deal to work out I need your word that these territories will be the last ones you will take from Europe."" she said passing sheet of papers relating to the deal."
13097,World War III (Closed; AoGN Only;AH/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323513&start=25,2014-12-16T11:54:00,Allied Connurist States,"Money, resources, and a promise to not have territorial interests in Europe. It sounded like a sound deal.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""The Empress and I would like to have a few minutes to look through the papers and make a final decision. Excuse us, please.""</span>answered the Emperor as he and his partner stood up to make their way out of the room briefly.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Talk among yourselves if you wish to do so""</span>, addressing all present. The Togerian chairman was yet to speak, certainly an odd occurence, unless he was biding his time for whatever reason."
13098,World War III (Closed; AoGN Only;AH/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323513&start=25,2014-12-19T10:36:00,Togeria,"""If I may I'm more then willing to help, but I have certain problems up north, the Fengs are building a empire, and I would rather not be one of nations to join them. They're bloodthirsty, and it's only a matter of time before he targets Togeria, I cannot let that happen."" He said, pulling out a folder, and showing the leaders there, all the information he had on the Fengs, along with some of the weapons he had to defend his country.<br/><br/>""My forces are highly trained, and could take care of multiple Fengs, it's just he has the men to spare, while I don't."""
13099,World War III (Closed; AoGN Only;AH/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323513&start=25,2014-12-19T23:01:00,Naval Monte,"Here the Togerian emperor the president decide to join in. ""Your force and mine seem to have similar statues. We both have highly trained and technologically advanced army but when it comes to numbers the Feng have that over us. Also it would seem that we also have similar feelings about them."" she said now looking at the other delegates in the room. ""I stated that Naval Monte will stay neutral in these matters but right now I'm starting to have second thoughts about our current statues."""
13100,World War III (Closed; AoGN Only;AH/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323513&start=25,2014-12-19T23:14:00,Eddoren,"The Grand Master was pleased at the turn of events happening throughout the room. She looked over at the President of Naval Monte, ""I am sure that I speak on behalf of the other members of this alliance in stating we would highly consider accepting you into the alliance."" She said smiling at President D'Aubainne. She now looked down at her reports before turning back to the other delegates, ""Friends, this alliance stands to bring harmony where there is discord. Security where there is chaos. And prosperity where there is disparity. Together, united against our foes and in agreement of a future where our nations can bring stability to the world at large. I say that we step up our pace of creating stronger ties between our nations and agree to the mutual defense of the member states of the alliance."" She said smiling and looking down at a military update on her tablet before turning her attention back to the others gathered."
13101,World War III (Closed; AoGN Only;AH/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323513&start=25,2014-12-19T23:36:00,Togeria,"He looked at the room, so these were his new allies. He looked at the president,""Yes it does seem that both our nations are sick and tired of being pushed around by the Fengs. I'm planning a attack to reclaim the north, but as mentioned the Fengs are a serious threat. My country is growing, and the only way to see this alliance grow and become a true power, is to have both Togeria and Monte accomplish their goals. If we can beat back the Fengs, I can move men, get the territory I need, and then become the strongest in Asia. In which I'll be able to help my allies, but that empire is in my way."""
13102,World War III (Closed; AoGN Only;AH/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323513&start=25,2014-12-19T23:46:00,Naval Monte,"Monique thought about all of this. In one hand this deal is starting to offer more benefits than simply staying neutral and in the other... she really can't think of any good reason to stay neutral now other than to avoid this mess but with everyone, especially herself, wanting to deal with the Fengese problem staying away from this is next to impossible.<br/><br/>""In light of recent information that I heard I decided that it is more beneficial for my nation and people to join this alliance to bring an end to this menace and resort balance on the international stage."" said the masked president. She than looked back at the Togerian emperor on his request. ""I will admit that doing so may put my operations on hold for a while but if it means weakling the Feng than I will allow my troops to assist your troops."""
13103,World War III (Closed; AoGN Only;AH/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323513&start=25,2014-12-20T00:18:00,Togeria,"The chairman smiled. His country may have made its first true ally. ""The attacks need to be quick and hard. We need to find a way to change the offensive, that way his forces don't have the time to attack. I'll be attacking threw the north, I need someone to attack going south, and some one to hit his coast. We need plan this, we may be better trained, but the Fengs are a threat in their selves."""
13104,World War III (Closed; AoGN Only;AH/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323513&start=25,2014-12-20T01:26:00,Naval Monte,"""""You have your coastal attackers my new comrade. Our naval vessels and subs are more than enough to handle his ships and subs and if he thinks mines can save him than I'm afraid he'll find out that we handle those as well. Of course our services does come with our aerial power as well and if things go alright for us we may even land troops on their shores."" said the president about to turn on her phone to call about the new alliance and plans ""Of course right now we have spy satellites watching him from above but if you have any more information that we might not know of about Feng than we will greatly appreciate it."""
13105,St. Draefend's School for the Spiritually Gifted (IC #1),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323696,2014-12-14T20:12:00,Aona,"<div align=""right""><span style=""font-size: 85%; line-height: 116%;""><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=322996"" rel=""nofollow"">-OOC-</a><br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YGKA7FaA5_s"" rel=""nofollow"">-Season 1 Theme-</a><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Wiki Coming Soon?</span></span></div><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/hoVpscH.png""/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/rHk5S0d.png""/></div><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">T</span>he wind in the Colorado wilderness cut through the sky, at its usual breakneck pace. It's sound was pure and whole, but its beauty could not compare to the sound below. The pine trees, their foliage and branches like reeds, creating a whistling sound, ominous yet flawless in its splendor. The air also brough a chill, one customary at such altitudes. The courtyard opened to a brilliant view of the Rockies, one of the only clearings with a view. This was all seen, heard, and felt by Miss Olivia Du'Pre, who stood at her open window, at the top floor, in the front and center oof the administrator building. Resting on her shoulder was a pale blue spider, who seemed to gently coo and sway with the wind. It almost was asleep, and to distract itself, it watched its master work.<br/><br/>And work, Olivia did. She had to do, of course, but she ran through the student itinerary once more. She reviewed the rooming arrangements, class distributions, and profiles on each. She wasn't used to summer being over, and had to force herself to return to her first love: the school.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">She recalled, a week prior, the speeches, the threats, the frustration. Olivia Du'Pre, Grand Walker of the North American Front, sat stiffly, as the politicians fought and spewed what was, frankly, bullshit. She thought about the man, calm and young, who addressed her on the last day. She thought of his thin smile. His cold eyes.</span><br/><br/>Her eyes batted over to the silver revolver on her desk, ancient in its make, and quickly dismissed the thought. ""Come, now, Olivia."" She huffed to herself.<br/><br/>""It's time for the children now.""<br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">I</span>ssac Kane was many things. Guitarist? Yes. Aurawalker? Apparently.<br/><br/>Rustic was not one of them.<br/><br/>He looked around his whereabouts, almost in the exact center of the courtyard. He felt like the person standing in the middles of Times Square, shocked and amazed, but in reverse. Backpack slung over his shoulder, suitcase in tow, he looked completely lost.<br/><br/>He had to remind himself that this was all real, for the eleventh time. The last month had proved to him that everything was real, no doubt, but something about being a child super-soldier.....put him off. He was very comfortable just being a Kane, just knowing the kids at his school and the street performers on the block. So there he stood, motionless, lost and confused deeper than he ever had been.<br/><br/>""So."" A voice lazed, behind and above him. ""You figured out that we're supposed to be here, too?""<br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">M</span>r. Bolivol wasn't what you would call 'stuck in his ways'. When he was told he would be attending the North American Prestige Academy, he shrugged and went along with it. After all, why not? Not much would be different, in life. Well, at least not to him.<br/><br/>For now, he sat on the fountainhead, in the center of the school courtyard. His posture was constantly shifting in Ike's brain; he could never be sure if it was formal or relaxed. Maybe a blend of both. Ike stuttered to reply, nonetheless, looking at the boy with dreadlocks and half-open eyes. He looked drowsy. Yes, that was the word.<br/><br/>""What do you mean?""<br/><br/>The boy raised an eyebrow, and then shrugged. ""Meh.""<br/><br/>After a time, he seemed to relent, giving the speechless Ike some more explanation. ""We're meeting here. The new kids. It was written on the walls. Of the faculty building. Not the regular walls, that would be asylum-like."" he cocked a small half-smile at this for a split moment, seeming to enjoy his joke.<br/><br/>""Um, isn't the faculty building off limits to students?""<br/><br/>Another shrug was Ike's answer. He almost laughed a little, before smiling. ""Well then, nice to meet you. I'm Ike."" Hearing a grumble behind him, Ike turned to see a pale bear, looking at him expectantly. ""Oh.,"" Ike laughed. ""and this is Tallus."" The bear roared in greeting.<br/><br/>""Tag. That's me."" The boy said, and closed his eyes. Slowly, a tentacle reached over Tag's shoulder, and slapped the water next to him violently. A squid, eyes large, wise, expectant, and paranoid loomed behind his back. Tag half opened one eye, and jutted a thumb at the squid. ""Yaq. That's him.""<br/><br/>Ike nodded, a little perturbed, but amused nonetheless. Odd or not, this kid was interesting.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Who else would be here?</span>he wondered. Tag, as if reading his thoughts, began to bob his head to imaginary music, and mused ""It's gonna be a fun year, Ike."" Ike soon realized his head was bobbing to the wind.<br/><br/>""Yeah."" he agreed, staring out towards the mountain.<br/><br/>""It will."""
13106,St. Draefend's School for the Spiritually Gifted (IC #1),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323696,2014-12-14T20:46:00,Saoirse o Forsa,"Mikael was walking through an open corridor, having seemed to have gotten lost a bit. Not that he minded at all, he enjoyed exploring his new surroundings. At his side walked Archimedes, his spotted hyena. He quickly looked over the corridor, his bare feet padding softly along the stone, his hands tracing along the walls, feeling the coolness of it. He liked loosing himself in these senses.<br/><br/>Suddenly, he found himself into an opening, and, reaching it, sunlight pouring over, he was stepping into the courtyard. He was shivering slightly, despite the sunlight and the light green jacket he was wearing over a black t-shirt. He wasn't used to the chilly air of Colorado, but the hot humidity of Miami. Nonetheless, when he looked out towards the view of the Rockies, it took his breathe away. The view was amazing,almost cathartic in nature. His hand rested on Archimedes head as he looked out, enjoying the sense of wonder.<br/><br/>Hearing voices, he angled himself around, and was delighted to see two other people in the vicinity. The first he noticed was an alluring boy with dreadlocks, sitting on the fountainhead with a squid, and then he took note of the cute boy with glasses and a grizzly bear behind him. Making his way over there, he gave a rather large smile.<br/><br/>""Ah, hello. Glad to see others here. Surprising really, generally I try to get to places earlier then others. I like to know whats going on around me, usually, and getting to places early helps. Not that getting to places late or on time is essentially a bad thing. Of course, those are all relative, as time is subjective. In any case, my name is Mikael Crocuta, and this companion is Archimedes, and it's a pleasure to meet you both!"" He said loudly, before quickly moving to hug Ike, and then Tago."
13107,St. Draefend's School for the Spiritually Gifted (IC #1),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323696,2014-12-14T21:11:00,Komminland,"Deryll hid away at a corner debating whether or not now was a good time to introduce himself or whether to wait until a little bit later. After all, from prior experiences, ""breaking the ice"" has never been easy, especially to the masses (even though it was only three people.)<br/><br/>He sighed and looked toward the bird sitting at his shoulder. ""What do you think, Jerry?"" he said quietly to the bird. It promptly took off around the corner and into the group of people that was beginning to form.<br/><br/>""Jerry, what are you doing?"" Deryll cried out, chasing after the bird that had taken flight. He was hoping to catch up before rounding the corner, but it was already too late. Everyone had seen him rounding the corner looking like an idiot. Jerry let out a happy cry and perched himself back on Deryll's shoulder.<br/><br/>Deryll stared blankly at the three at the wall. ""Hello,"" he said brusquely. Brushing off the small incident, instead of returning to where he came from, he merely leaned against the wall and looked at the bird briefly. Perhaps that was Jerry's way of telling him to get moving.<br/><br/>And so, Deryll piped up and introduced himself, ""My name's Deryll,"" and getting over how strange this might be, he let out a slight smile and said, ""What're yours?"""
13108,St. Draefend's School for the Spiritually Gifted (IC #1),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323696,2014-12-14T21:19:00,Achidyemay,"Dustin didn't like it, he didn't like it at all. His breath was uneven and he kept breathing in and out, trying to settle his nerves, but it wasn't working. Especially now that he was in front of the school itself. He pushed his hair back with a shaky hand and noticed the kids getting all friendly in the courtyard. He didn't like it, so he turned around and walked along the wall to the edge of the dense forest.<br/><br/>He was greeted by the stag of his at the forest edge. The deer's breathing was fast and even, as if he had been running. Which is what he had been doing. Dustin embraced the animal about the neck and buried his face in its spectral fur and felt its breath on his neck. This was good, he liked this. Stepping back he listened to the birds chirp and saw the sunlight glisten through the leaves. The soil was cool and sodden underneath and the mountains framed everything in this towering majestic aura. It wasn't Montana, but it did feel like home.<br/><br/>""You ready?"" Dustin asked, his voice gravely and low as if he'd rather do anything else in the world. One of his eyebrows shot up, and he waited for the big deer to reply. It just looked at him and batted its big eyes.<br/><br/>""I'll take that as a yes."" Putting his hand on the stags back so that it could support his weight, Dustin was lazily pushed forward, back to the entrance.<br/>He let out a small groan as he gazed at the people, naturally distrusting them he tried to glean all he could about them. There was another one now... He shuffled towards them slowly, noticing their spirit animals and keeping in mind his two ways of escape. He strained his ears to hear what they were saying.<br/>As he approached his face broke into a large smile and his voice suddenly became as happy and cheery as Mikael's.<br/>""Hey guys, isn't it just beautiful out? And the Rocky Mountains have never looked better!"" He reached down and tried to pet the hyena, hyena's are like dogs, right?"
13109,St. Draefend's School for the Spiritually Gifted (IC #1),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323696,2014-12-14T21:42:00,Saoirse o Forsa,"After Mikael had hugged the boy with dreadlocks, he noticed something in his peripheral. As he turned, he saw that a bird was flying by, and a guy running after it. He watched as the bird perched onto the guys shoulder, and he greeted himself as Deryll. He waved back at Deryll, smiling. ""Deryll? Brilliant name. I like the way it rolls of the tongue. Well Deryll, I'm Mikael, a pleasure to meet you...and this creature is Archimedes, who also greets you...or at least, I would hope he would!"" Mikael says with a grin to you.<br/><br/>Archimedes was watching, when all of a sudden he felt a pat on his head. Turning up quickly, the spotted hyena saw that is was merely one of the many humans about, not his own human, but another, and did not deem the human with flames in his hair as a threat. Archimedes just let out a soft chuckle-like sound as as customary for the creature to make, not that it liked the petting so much, or at least not the way this human did it, but it conceded.<br/><br/>Hearing the Archimedes sound and a rather bright voice, Mikael spun half-way around. ""So many people so fast, very hard to greet all of them!"" Mikael thinks to himself, before recovering and smiling. ""Yes, a very beautiful day indeed. Very new scenery for me as well. Leaves me in awe, really. Never really seen mountains...well there where the Golan heights, but I don't recall them to well...and England and Florida aren't really mountainous now. In any case, I'm Mikael, a pleasure to meet you...and that's Archimedes."" Mikael smiled at the strapping red head, eying Archimedes, thanking him with his eyes for tolerating the petting."
13110,St. Draefend's School for the Spiritually Gifted (IC #1),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323696,2014-12-14T23:27:00,Pinki3 Pon-3,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Laurel Athinganos</span><br/>Laurel walked nervously through the woods towards her destination. It was not the forest which bothered her. The forest was utterly beautiful, and it even reminded her of the one her family had camped near. Her fiddle rested in the crook of her arm alongside its bow. She could feel the backpack on her back, heavy with the weight of 3 weapons. She thought they were all beautiful, but fighting wasn't really her way. There was also fitting in with the others, how would they react to a<span style=""font-style: italic"">gypsy</span>? Usually everyone accused them of being thieves and cheats, which wasn't always wrong, but it wasn't anymore right about her clan than it was about any other culture. She paused near a tree and crouched down. Her deep breaths clouded up the trees roots as she tried to calm down. She was getting to worked up, they couldn't see her like this. She had to show them how strong a Roma could be.<br/><br/>With a final exhalation she stood and approached the entrance of the massive building. In her mind she was quietly astounded by the size of it, she had never seen anything quite like it. Small houses and hunters shacks sure, but this . . . Was huge. Her marveling was interrupted when she felt a small nudge at her neck. Her left hand, which wasn't occupied with a violin, reached up and gently stroked the head of the pale blue raven on her shoulder. She remembered the poem she had gotten the name for her companion from. The one about the man who was taunted by a raven which perched above his mantelpiece,<br/>'Once upon a midnight dreary, while I pondered, weak and weary,<br/>Over many a quaint and curious volume of forgotten lore' (The Raven, Edgar Allen Poe)<br/>She loved that poem, it was long, and sometimes it got confusing, but overall she loved it. She approached the 4 boys in the courtyard, hoping her slightly golden skin would not set her apart from the others. To her, there would be nothing worse than loneliness.<br/>""Heya all!""<br/>She piped up, denying her nerves and putting on cheer and good will.<br/>""I'm Laurel and this is Nevermore, who might you all be?""<br/>She asked cheerfully, clutching her violin tight for strength."
13111,St. Draefend's School for the Spiritually Gifted (IC #1),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323696,2014-12-15T07:33:00,Tarnen,"Alex carefully trended the forest sweeping the area in front of him his bow in hand and an arrow. He stopped when he saw what he was looking for a deer, he crouched while his wolf companion M waited close behind. He took one more step forward as the snap of a twig gave away his position as the deer immediately looked up and began to take off in a sprint. ""Dammit!"" He gave chase as M followed close behind.<br/><br/>He dodge and weave out of the shrubbery and branches of the forest keeping the deer in sight although it was quickly becoming smaller and smaller, Alex stopped and took aim, he let go as the arrow sailed through the air, but immediately the deer took a left instead of a predicted right as the arrow embedded itself in a tree. He let out a sigh of defeat, he looked at M, the grey wolf whining in defeat, ""That one was your fault."" He tapped his bow on M back, as he growled in return, playfully nipping Alex's leg. He retrieved his arrow as the bow was compact-able as he put it in his bag as he made his way towards the school.<br/><br/>He saw a group of students already gather in the foyer, he shrugged as he decided to introduced himself to the group. ""Hey there, I""m Alex, and this devil of a wolf is M. Um..were not late are we, we had to go stretch our legs."" He chuckled looking at everyone, also noticing everyone's animal, more particularly the stag and the hyena and their owners."
13112,St. Draefend's School for the Spiritually Gifted (IC #1),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323696,2014-12-15T07:40:00,The Greater States of Valyria,"""Out of the night that covers me<br/>Black as the pit from pole to pole...""<br/><br/>Muttering softly to no one but himself, Invictus Lee quietly recites the entirety of the poem by William Ernest Henley after which he is named. The wind whips at his black hair, matching the description of the color given in the first quatrain of the verse. He is perched on edge the roof of a dormitory at St. Draefend's, his feet dangling in the free space fifty or so feet above the hard, brick in-laid ground below. He revels in this solitary moment, speculating it may be his first and only at this institution.<br/><br/>Breathing in this instance, Invictus lays back on the shingles of the roof. He shuts his eyes in order to view the world from a different perspective than vision. The gentle rustling of the pines. The whistling the wind makes as it rushes through the evergreen forests. The quiet moaning of the old stone building he is lying on at this very moment as the bitter winds attempt to pierce its solid walls. His own quiet, carefully paced breathing as he ventures to escape from the world for one brilliant second; the failure to do this is louder than any of the sounds he took in.<br/><br/>Opening his eyes and breaking his meditative state, Invictus reaches out to his left slowly in a cautious manner. When his hand is extended as far as it will go he feels the touch of matted fur. Per'Tege. His spirit animal. A small tiger, even for the Sumatran subspecies of the animal, the beast made up for his diminished size in ferocity and cunning in battle and while on the hunt. As Invictus sits up the tiger enters his peripheral vision, its coat taking on a subtle shade of blue underneath it's orange with black striped coat today. He liked to think that as the animal was a representation of his soul that this occasional change in color was due to his own changing emotions. The tiger liked to appear at random times, like this, without being called by Invictus. Some subconscious longing of his constantly brought it forth at times when he secretly needed the companionship most.<br/><br/>""Heel,"" he states boldly and the animal evaporated into the air without a trace. Turning outwards Invictus glances around to take in the view. The beauty present in the vast forests in front of him goes unnoticed though, as he studies the buildings of the school. Taking note of a group of students gathering in a square in the middle of the cacophony of structures he decided it is best he joins them.<br/><br/>Grabbing onto the edge of the roof Invictus carefully swings himself down onto the ledge of the window he climbed through. He then slides back through the open portal, taking the time to close it behind him. Weaving his way through the hallways of the dormitory he eventually finds himself at an exit that leads into the square that all the other students are in. Breathing in softly, he quietly opens the door a crack and squeezes out, shutting it ever carefully behind him. As the group is currently conversing at a fountain in the middle of the open area, Invictus hugs closely to the brick wall at the edge of it. Eavesdropping for now until he can determine the topic of discussion amongst the group of adolescents. Presently only hearing a large quantity of greetings, he decides to hold back until the conversation until a more intellectual subject is brought up."
13113,St. Draefend's School for the Spiritually Gifted (IC #1),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323696,2014-12-15T09:30:00,Aona,"<blockquote><div><cite>Tarnen <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323696&amp;p=22804411#p22804411"">wrote</a>:</cite>He saw a group of students already gather in the foyer, he shrugged as he decided to introduced himself to the group. ""Hey there, I""m Alex, and this devil of a wolf is M. Um..were not late are we, we had to go stretch our legs."" He chuckled looking at everyone, also noticing everyone's animal, more particularly the stag and the hyena and their owners.</div></blockquote><br/>""No."" Tag replied, hopping down from the fountainhead. It wasn't that he was uncomfortable up there, he just didn't want to keep seeing the kid with skinny jeans struggle to get down. He looked at him dully, his eyes crossing him up and down. ""You smell like cinnamon."" he noted plainly.<br/><br/>""Ignore him."" Ike snickered. ""I'm Ike. He's Tag. You guys are only just behind us. You all sophomores too?""<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>Grabbing onto the edge of the roof Invictus carefully swings himself down onto the ledge of the window he climbed through. He then slides back through the open portal, taking the time to close it behind him. Weaving his way through the hallways of the dormitory he eventually finds himself at an exit that leads into the square that all the other students are in. Breathing in softly, he quietly opens the door a crack and squeezes out, shutting it ever carefully behind him. As the group is currently conversing at a fountain in the middle of the open area, Invictus hugs closely to the brick wall at the edge of it. Eavesdropping for now until he can determine the topic of discussion amongst the group of adolescents. Presently only hearing a large quantity of greetings, he decides to hold back until the conversation until a more intellectual subject is brought up.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The soft click of ballet flats behind him was only interrupted by the clearing of a throat. A feminine voice, belonging to a feminine person. Natalie Rivelle, hair bouncing ever-so-slightly as she walked, notepad in one hand, pen in the other. She had already placed her bags inside her room, after all, and obviously had seen the conversation from her window. She had already written down names and descriptions she could decipher, in neat, small handwriting:<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">-Ike Cane (Kane? Lane?) &amp; Bear (unknown name). Confused, lost, seems nice enough. Could be dumb?<br/>-Dreadlocks, medium skin. Squid. Probably odd, could be that genius kid. Talk to!!</span><br/><br/>More legible scribbles were present, but the page was already flipped. Instead, the fashionable blonde gave a sweet smile and slowed her pace, not stopping it by any means. ""Lurking in the shadows, too?"" In a flash, her walk was filled with even more charm than before. Time to dfo some research..the first of the day.<br/><br/>""Natalie Rivelle, charmed. Walk with me?"" She turned and smiled flirtatiously."
13114,St. Draefend's School for the Spiritually Gifted (IC #1),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323696,2014-12-15T10:02:00,Complectuss,"Raven walked briskly but casually onto campus, giving her cab driver a tip.<br/><br/>The sidewalks were clean and bleached, while the crisp morning air of the mountains burned her nose. She was used to the humid warm air of Tennessee. She frowned.<br/><br/>Her blue eyes were hidden comfortably behind a pair of black and silver aviator sunglasses. The only noise she seemed to make was the small clinking of the zipper on her boots. The sky was clear and bright, with the world seeming as quiet as she was. Then she came upon the other students.<br/><br/>A blonde one seemed to have just joined them, and by the looks of it, she wasn't the greatest company. She sat back on a large boulder and watched curiously. Orpheus, her falcon, disappeared from the sky and reappeared, now perched on her shoulder. He nuzzled her ear gently before she gave him a gentle scratching on the neck."
13115,St. Draefend's School for the Spiritually Gifted (IC #1),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323696,2014-12-15T11:28:00,Pinki3 Pon-3,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Laurel</span><br/>Laurel looked around at the group, feeling somewhat snubbed. They seemed to be having a good conversation already.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Doesn't look like there's much room for me here . . . </span><br/>She thought, somewhat crestfallen. It appeared that her fears and suspicions had been correct, she was more likely than not going to end up as an outsider here. Something the Romani people knew only too well. She turned and walked to the corner of the quad, seating herself with her back against the walls and her backpack on her lap. She placed her violin against her shoulder and shifted a little to allow her arm to move freely. The bow slid experimentally as she checked the tune. Once satisfied she closed her eyes and began<a class=""postlink"" href=""https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=99WRhkbCuzE"" rel=""nofollow"">playing</a>(but slower). She remembered the song well, an odd traveler with a funny voice had taught it to her a long time ago. Nevermore perched on Laurel's knee, watching the strange girl playing her tune."
13116,St. Draefend's School for the Spiritually Gifted (IC #1),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323696,2014-12-15T11:45:00,Merodin,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Quad, St.Draeford's</span><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Artanis and Elendil Helyanwe</span><br/><br/>The black Mercedes dropped them off at the school's main gate, pulling up next to the curb. The chauffeur, a rather young red-head with a striking figure, stepped out from behind the driver's door and walked to the back of the car to hold it open. Elendil emerged from the car's tinted inside, her hair drawn up in a ponytail to keep it out of her face and to let her neck breathe.<br/><br/>From the other side of the car came out Artanis, wincing his eyes as a cool breeze buffeted his face suddenly. Shutting the car door behind him, he walked around to he trunk and popped it open. Grabbing his duffel bags and suitcase, he moved towards the entrance of and set them down as he went back to the car for his sister's luggage.<br/><br/>Elendil was conversing softly with the red-head, a dear of the twins. Promising to Facetime later with her, Elendil waved good-bye as the young woman got back into the sleek car and pulled out of the school's driveway.<br/><br/>Her brother stood by the gate waiting for her with their bags. Walking towards him, she couldn't help but look up at the massive ornate gates of the school. Her parents had reassured them that this school had been made especially for them, for their kind.<br/><br/>Aurawalkers.<br/><br/>The word still sounded so foreign to her despite it apparently being her identity for her entire life. Lowering her eyes again, she saw Arty hoisting both her and his bags onto his shoulders and struggling to try and pull the suitcases behind him. Smirking, she crept up behind him and relieved the handles of the suitcases from his palms.<br/><br/>""Heh, thanks."" Arty grunted, hefting the bags on his shoulders to adjust them. ""Well, shall we?"" he asked gesturing to the gates with his head.<br/><br/>""Let's."" said Elendil as she started forward leading the way through as her brother followed. As they entered the campus, they couldn't help but gaze around with an unbidden curiosity. Finding their way to the office, the twins dropped their things off, informed that the staff would have it taken to their dorms for them.<br/><br/>Leaving the office, the twins spotted a gaggle of students across the way, seemingly as if that were the place for new kids to go. The twins moved closer, deciding to take rest underneath the shade of one of the trees as they watched the kids mingle."
13117,St. Draefend's School for the Spiritually Gifted (IC #1),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323696,2014-12-15T12:21:00,The Greater States of Valyria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Aona <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323696&amp;p=22805339#p22805339"">wrote</a>:</cite>The soft click of ballet flats behind him was only interrupted by the clearing of a throat. A feminine voice, belonging to a feminine person. Natalie Rivelle, hair bouncing ever-so-slightly as she walked, notepad in one hand, pen in the other. She had already placed her bags inside her room, after all, and obviously had seen the conversation from her window. She had already written down names and descriptions she could decipher, in neat, small handwriting:<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">-Ike Cane (Kane? Lane?) &amp; Bear (unknown name). Confused, lost, seems nice enough. Could be dumb?<br/>-Dreadlocks, medium skin. Squid. Probably odd, could be that genius kid. Talk to!!</span><br/><br/>More legible scribbles were present, but the page was already flipped. Instead, the fashionable blonde gave a sweet smile and slowed her pace, not stopping it by any means. ""Lurking in the shadows, too?"" In a flash, her walk was filled with even more charm than before. Time to dfo some research..the first of the day.<br/><br/>""Natalie Rivelle, charmed. Walk with me?"" She turned and smiled flirtatiously.</div></blockquote><br/>Snapping out of his focused state of eavesdropping on the ongoing conversation between the large group gathered at the fountainhead, Invictus tilts his head ever so slightly to side as he turns towards the girl.<br/><br/>He knew her type. Nice hair. Nice clothes. Nice smile. They always turned out to be a complete ditz or a backstabbing shrew. This girl was too carefully placed to be the former. Leading him to believe that she was closer to the latter. The notepad and pen simply added onto the image of her that was developing in his mind. He wanted to stay away, he did, but there was something that drew him into a state of apathy over whatever this girl was or would do. It certainly wasn't her layered posh charm, no, he had enough of that shoved down his throat at his old school in San Francisco. Perhaps it was her walk. Maybe it was how she carried herself without seeming to care what others thought.<br/><br/>With a sharp jolt of reality, Invictus realized he had been following her with his eyes for blankly for several seconds now. His light brown eyes without any shine due to the shadows he was hiding in. He cleared his throat and straightened up, as he had slid down the brick wall in his resting state. Pushing off of the cold surface, he paced quietly up to get side.<br/><br/>""Observing. Though I lack the professionalism to use a notepad like yourself. The mindless prattle of the large group over there hardly entertains me enough to participate. They seem to just be clunking around thoughtlessly trying to find their place here. A few project knowledge and understanding, but it is vague at best. Most of them barely know what they are, much less how to cope with this world they are now a part of. It's better to let them process it all before trying to converse intelligently with them"" his eyes quickly flit over to said group, but quickly shoot back to the path in front of him."
13118,St. Draefend's School for the Spiritually Gifted (IC #1),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323696,2014-12-15T18:37:00,Komminland,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Greater States of Valyria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323696&amp;p=22806757#p22806757"">wrote</a>:</cite>With a sharp jolt of reality, Invictus realized he had been following her with his eyes for blankly for several seconds now. His light brown eyes without any shine due to the shadows he was hiding in. He cleared his throat and straightened up, as he had slid down the brick wall in his resting state. Pushing off of the cold surface, he paced quietly up to get side. <br/><br/>""Observing. Though I lack the professionalism to use a notepad like yourself. The mindless prattle of the large group over there hardly entertains me enough to participate. They seem to just be clunking around thoughtlessly trying to find their place here. A few project knowledge and understanding, but it is vague at best. Most of them barely know what they are, much less how to cope with this world they are now a part of. It's better to let them process it all before trying to converse intelligently with them"" his eyes quickly flit over to said group, but quickly shoot back to the path in front of him.</div></blockquote><br/>Deryll sat ignored at the brick wall, the more and more new people just coming in wasn't making it too easy to do anything about it. The voices kept going on and on. He receded near his previous spot around the corner before a few minutes past when Deryll thought he'd heard something. A little hit on thee ground, a landing. It occurred to him that it might as well have been a branch falling off a tree and onto the ground- yes. The wind was blowing, a branch probably just fell. He thought nothing much of it and continued thinking about what the hell he'd do if he didn't get a chance to introduce himself.<br/><br/>Right after that, he could have sworn a voice spoke. The landing noise and this voice<span style=""font-style: italic"">away</span>from the crowd. It couldn't be a coincidence. ""Observing, though I lack..."" he inched a little bit closer to the voice. ""Mindless prattle of the large group..."" Now, this was starting to get interesting. He could not describe introductions to a mass of people any better.<br/><br/>Deryll looked around the corner where he was initially at. He tried to see if anyone was there. He looked around with much movement, enough to be seen from far away. He looked at Jerry. Jerry gave a loud cry at his shoulder. This time, though, Deryll had no idea what it meant."
13119,St. Draefend's School for the Spiritually Gifted (IC #1),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323696,2014-12-16T12:33:00,Aona,"Natalie giggled, and spun around. These were interesting characters, to say the least. She made a quick jot down of their basic features, looking ""Well, both of you are certainly intellectuals. I suppose you know your way around already, then?"" she asked brightly.<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>A blonde one seemed to have just joined them, and by the looks of it, she wasn't the greatest company. She sat back on a large boulder and watched curiously. Orpheus, her falcon, disappeared from the sky and reappeared, now perched on her shoulder. He nuzzled her ear gently before she gave him a gentle scratching on the neck.</div></blockquote><br/>Tag noticed yet another girl near the group, and mildly nodded at the bird on her shoulder. Saker falcon. That was nice. He liked Saker Falcons, at least, has a mild interest in them.<br/><br/>""Saker Falcon. National bird of Hungary. Hunts in horizontal pursuit, which you have hopefully trained it in. It is, after all, a majestic bird."" He said, casually and calmly."
13120,St. Draefend's School for the Spiritually Gifted (IC #1),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323696,2014-12-16T13:15:00,Complectuss,"<blockquote><div><cite>Aona <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323696&amp;p=22818186#p22818186"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>A blonde one seemed to have just joined them, and by the looks of it, she wasn't the greatest company. She sat back on a large boulder and watched curiously. Orpheus, her falcon, disappeared from the sky and reappeared, now perched on her shoulder. He nuzzled her ear gently before she gave him a gentle scratching on the neck.</div></blockquote><br/>Tag noticed yet another girl near the group, and mildly nodded at the bird on her shoulder. Saker falcon. That was nice. He liked Saker Falcons, at least, has a mild interest in them.<br/><br/>""Saker Falcon. National bird of Hungary. Hunts in horizontal pursuit, which you have hopefully trained it in. It is, after all, a majestic bird."" He said, casually and calmly.</div></blockquote><br/>Raven's interest was piqued as the teen spoke. Her expression was one of both interest and indifference. She was having a hard time figuring out which one to stick with. She remembered when she'd first learned what species Orpheus was. The bird had been a little brat to the zoologist.<br/><br/>""I have,"" she replied casually. ""He's a great hunter."" She scratched under his beak again."
13121,St. Draefend's School for the Spiritually Gifted (IC #1),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323696,2014-12-16T14:15:00,Pinki3 Pon-3,"<blockquote><div><cite>Merodin <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323696&amp;p=22806419#p22806419"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Quad, St.Draeford's</span><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Artanis and Elendil Helyanwe</span><br/><br/>The black Mercedes dropped them off at the school's main gate, pulling up next to the curb. The chauffeur, a rather young red-head with a striking figure, stepped out from behind the driver's door and walked to the back of the car to hold it open. Elendil emerged from the car's tinted inside, her hair drawn up in a ponytail to keep it out of her face and to let her neck breathe. <br/><br/>From the other side of the car came out Artanis, wincing his eyes as a cool breeze buffeted his face suddenly. Shutting the car door behind him, he walked around to he trunk and popped it open. Grabbing his duffel bags and suitcase, he moved towards the entrance of and set them down as he went back to the car for his sister's luggage. <br/><br/>Elendil was conversing softly with the red-head, a dear of the twins. Promising to Facetime later with her, Elendil waved good-bye as the young woman got back into the sleek car and pulled out of the school's driveway. <br/><br/>Her brother stood by the gate waiting for her with their bags. Walking towards him, she couldn't help but look up at the massive ornate gates of the school. Her parents had reassured them that this school had been made especially for them, for their kind. <br/><br/>Aurawalkers.<br/><br/>The word still sounded so foreign to her despite it apparently being her identity for her entire life. Lowering her eyes again, she saw Arty hoisting both her and his bags onto his shoulders and struggling to try and pull the suitcases behind him. Smirking, she crept up behind him and relieved the handles of the suitcases from his palms. <br/><br/>""Heh, thanks."" Arty grunted, hefting the bags on his shoulders to adjust them. ""Well, shall we?"" he asked gesturing to the gates with his head.<br/><br/>""Let's."" said Elendil as she started forward leading the way through as her brother followed. As they entered the campus, they couldn't help but gaze around with an unbidden curiosity. Finding their way to the office, the twins dropped their things off, informed that the staff would have it taken to their dorms for them. <br/><br/>Leaving the office, the twins spotted a gaggle of students across the way, seemingly as if that were the place for new kids to go. The twins moved closer, deciding to take rest underneath the shade of one of the trees as they watched the kids mingle.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Laurel</span><br/>Laurel finished of her jig on the fiddle with a cheerful sigh. She felt much better now, as if she had recharged herself. She noticed a pair of students, likely siblings, standing under a tree.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Hmm . . . I suppose I should try again. No point in just giving up, not yet anyway.</span><br/>She thought cheerfully, before picking up all her things once more. She approached them with a smile and a wave.<br/>""Couldn't help noticing you two over here, even while fiddling. Don't suppose you two are up for some conversation are you?""<br/>She asked with a chuckle, speaking in her naturally blended accent. It carried hints of many different cultures that she had picked up from all the members of her clan, mostly, it carried a slightly lower class britishness, mixed with a hint of northern india. She smiled cheerfully and pointed at the other clump of students,<br/>""Tried over there, but it seemed like I was just in the way.""<br/>She said with a nonchalant shrug."
13122,St. Draefend's School for the Spiritually Gifted (IC #1),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323696,2014-12-16T16:08:00,The Greater States of Valyria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Aona <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323696&amp;p=22818186#p22818186"">wrote</a>:</cite>Natalie giggled, and spun around. These were interesting characters, to say the least. She made a quick jot down of their basic features, looking ""Well, both of you are certainly intellectuals. I suppose you know your way around already, then?"" she asked brightly.<br/>.</div></blockquote><br/>Invictus sighs as the girl spins, this type of outward display of emotion has always made him feel uncomfortable, despite his general willingness to participate in social events. That was one of the many reasons he segregated himself at his old school, to remain separate from the highly emotional lifestyle and culture that enthralled so many students there. He knows he must bite the bullet and deal with it at this moment in time. 'It's a new school with opportunities, don't cut yourself off just because they follow customs you don't like, Invictus,' he muses to himself inside his head.<br/><br/>Glancing around by habit, he catches sight of movement in the shadow of one of the larger, limestone buildings on the campus, as well as the loud squawking of some kind of bird. He hypothesizes it may be another student spying on him and the girl, but it is too early to say whether or not this assumption is correct. Perhaps he is simply going crazy and imagining the movement to serve as a way to deviate his path from the girls. His strange desire to discover this girl's true image also keeps him rooted to their conversation. The quick flurry of her pen only heightens his curiosity as to what lays in store with her.<br/><br/>""I don't know my way around this school very well, I've only just arrived here like you. I can tell you that building,"" he points towards the dormitory whose roof he was perched on just a few moments ago, ""is a dormitory. I didn't check any of the bathrooms so I can't tell you whether or not it is catered towards males or females. I do know the culture. I have been an Aurawalker my entire life, unlike many of the specimens that are crawling around the campus at this moment in time. Invictus Lee,"" he says brusquely, holding out his hand, ""master of my fate and captain of my soul."" He adds with a light smile that sharply contrasts his acidic tone."
13123,St. Draefend's School for the Spiritually Gifted (IC #1),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323696,2014-12-16T19:40:00,Tarnen,"Alex watched as the other began to converse with one another, he decided to try to talk with just one person, instead of talking all at once with the group. He turned his attention to the boy in the green jacket and black shirt. He looked out of his element literally with the jacket. Alex himself only had a red shirt and black sweater underneath, as he was used to the cold being from up north. He smiled at him ""Hey there my name is Alex, nice hyena you've got there. I've never seen one up close before, what's your name stranger?"""
13124,St. Draefend's School for the Spiritually Gifted (IC #1),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323696,2014-12-16T19:58:00,Komminland,"Deryll peered around looking for whoever was talking. It seems there were<span style=""font-style: italic"">two</span>voices, of which he could not hear too well. A male and a female. He had no idea where the voices were from, but he planned to find out.<br/>""Jerry,"" he said to the bird sitting at his shoulder, ""Do you think you can find the voices?""<br/>But Jerry the bird simply sat at his shoulder and made noise.<br/><br/>Deryll sighed and moved away from his position and tried to move toward the voices the best he could. Normally he wouldn't go and seek out other people, but this time there was some interesting conversation, and he wanted some answers.<br/><br/>Before he knew it, he could almost see the two. In fact, right at the corner he was at, Deryll could see them. He tried to stay in the shadows, but sooner or later someone would move a centimeter and they'd find him. Nonetheless, he listened, much more clearly than otherwise too.<br/><br/>""...unlike many of the specimens that are crawling around the campus at this moment in time. Invictus Lee..."" Well, this 'Inviticus' seems oddly open about his opinions of everyone, ""...master of my fate and captain of my soul.""<br/>It took a moment for Deryll to process the line. When he did, he chuckled loudly, moving out of his (not very) safe place and and into the open.<br/><br/>This laughter was short-lived, however, when Deryll realized what he was doing. He turned to the two already there and said, ""I'm sorry. I thought it was amusing..."" and trailed off.<br/><br/>This sort of thing was exactly why he hated meeting new people so much. You try to interact with someone, then something goes horribly wrong and all hell breaks loose. Either that or every word floats in one ear and out the other."
13125,St. Draefend's School for the Spiritually Gifted (IC #1),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323696,2014-12-16T21:13:00,Achidyemay,"<blockquote><div><cite>Tarnen <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323696&amp;p=22822475#p22822475"">wrote</a>:</cite>Alex watched as the other began to converse with one another, he decided to try to talk with just one person, instead of talking all at once with the group. He turned his attention to the boy in the green jacket and black shirt. He looked out of his element literally with the jacket. Alex himself only had a red shirt and black sweater underneath, as he was used to the cold being from up north. He smiled at him ""Hey there my name is Alex, nice hyena you've got there. I've never seen one up close before, what's your name stranger?""</div></blockquote><br/>""It really is a nice hyena,"" Dustin said, standing back up and dusting off his knees a bit, giving them both a bright smile. ""I don't think I've ever seen one either, before just now!"" Dustin breathed in deeply. He turned to face Alex and spoke in a bright clip, his hands gesturing as he swept around the trio. ""This is handsome gent is Mikael, the hyena is Archimedes, My name is Dustin Hart, and you are, of course,"" he bowed his head slightly, as if introducing a superior, ""Alex.""<br/><br/>He beamed, introductions were his favorite part about actually meeting people, it was a time of first impressions. Suddenly he realized that there was a problem. He hadn't actually named his Stag, this could be interesting, he would have to direct the conversation away from that, might leave the wrong impression.<br/><br/>""It's very nice to meet you."" He said, barely missing a beat. ""Um, Mikael and I were just talking about the mountains. I've grown up around them my whole life, I'm from Montanna, actually, just a ways north. Good thing, too, no jet-lag!"""
13126,St. Draefend's School for the Spiritually Gifted (IC #1),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323696,2014-12-16T21:26:00,Tarnen,"<blockquote><div><cite>Achidyemay <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323696&amp;p=22823374#p22823374"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Tarnen <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323696&amp;p=22822475#p22822475"">wrote</a>:</cite>Alex watched as the other began to converse with one another, he decided to try to talk with just one person, instead of talking all at once with the group. He turned his attention to the boy in the green jacket and black shirt. He looked out of his element literally with the jacket. Alex himself only had a red shirt and black sweater underneath, as he was used to the cold being from up north. He smiled at him ""Hey there my name is Alex, nice hyena you've got there. I've never seen one up close before, what's your name stranger?""</div></blockquote><br/>""It really is a nice hyena,"" Dustin said, standing back up and dusting off his knees a bit, giving them both a bright smile. ""I don't think I've ever seen one either, before just now!"" Dustin breathed in deeply. He turned to face Alex and spoke in a bright clip, his hands gesturing as he swept around the trio. ""This is handsome gent is Mikael, the hyena is Archimedes, My name is Dustin Hart, and you are, of course,"" he bowed his head slightly, as if introducing a superior, ""Alex.""<br/><br/>He beamed, introductions were his favorite part about actually meeting people, it was a time of first impressions. Suddenly he realized that there was a problem. He hadn't actually named his Stag, this could be interesting, he would have to direct the conversation away from that, might leave the wrong impression.<br/><br/>""It's very nice to meet you."" He said, barely missing a beat. ""Um, Mikael and I were just talking about the mountains. I've grown up around them my whole life, I'm from Montanna, actually, just a ways north. Good thing, too, no jet-lag!""</div></blockquote><br/>""Oh cool, I'm actually from Minnesota, so really this feels like home away from home."" He chuckle, as he felt M nip his finger. ""And this ball of fur is M, short for Maengun, which is indian for wolf. He is good companion."" Petting the top of his head as M looked at Archimedes and cocking his head, having never seen a hyena before. ""Yeah the mountains are beatuiful never seen them in person, so where are you guys from."""
13127,St. Draefend's School for the Spiritually Gifted (IC #1),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323696,2014-12-16T21:57:00,Saoirse o Forsa,"Mikael looked between Dustin and Alex, smiling broadly. He liked being called handsome, by someone no less handsome especially. ""Well, it is a pleasure to meet you Alex, and Maengun,"" he said, giving him a winning smile. He found the red headed boy Dustin a bit funny. He seemed to be trying to hard, not that there was anything wrong with trying to hard. He just found it funny. ""Well, me, this is my first time around mountains, really. Beautiful, yes they are. That cold air is wonderful too,mind you, it does take some getting used too. Also, I still have some jet-lag myself. Florida is three hours ahead. Well, I mean, not really ahead. Perceptually, I suppose, but, then again, hours are human made units of time...not that they are bad, but sometimes there does seem to be something missing...""he trailed off, wondering what exactly he had been going for.<br/><br/>Archimedes,on the other hand, started sniffing between Dustin, Alex, M, and the Stag, getting there scent. He cackled a bit here and there, enjoying the new creatures so much like him yet so different."
13128,St. Draefend's School for the Spiritually Gifted (IC #1),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323696,2014-12-17T11:24:00,Aona,"<blockquote><div><cite>Complectuss <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323696&amp;p=22818521#p22818521"">wrote</a>:</cite>Raven's interest was piqued as the teen spoke. Her expression was one of both interest and indifference. She was having a hard time figuring out which one to stick with. She remembered when she'd first learned what species Orpheus was. The bird had been a little brat to the zoologist.<br/><br/>""I have,"" she replied casually. ""He's a great hunter."" She scratched under his beak again.</div></blockquote><br/>""Hm. You're honest."" He said, nodding. It was as much of an observation as it was praise.<br/><br/>""Tag. That's me. Hello."" He said, nodding as if this was some deep wisdom.<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>This laughter was short-lived, however, when Deryll realized what he was doing. He turned to the two already there and said, ""I'm sorry. I thought it was amusing..."" and trailed off.<br/><br/>This sort of thing was exactly why he hated meeting new people so much. You try to interact with someone, then something goes horribly wrong and all hell breaks loose. Either that or every word floats in one ear and out the other.</div></blockquote><br/>Natalie put a hand to her lips and stifled a giggle. ""No, don't be embarrassed. It was as humorous as it was elegant.""<br/><br/>She shook hands lightly with him. ""I certainly am delighted, regardless. Where are you from?"""
13129,St. Draefend's School for the Spiritually Gifted (IC #1),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323696,2014-12-17T14:52:00,Merodin,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Quad, St.Draeford's</span><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Artanis and Elendil Helyanwe</span><br/><br/>The twins watched as the group continued talking and some kids moved away, separating and forming their own niches. IT was then that they noticed themusic that had been playing in the background of the dull chatter of the students stopped. Searching for the source of the music's sudden stopping, the twins saw a girl carrying a fiddle begin walking towards them. The twins were surprised as usually very few people ever wanted to talk to them on their first day.<br/><br/>""Always game for making conversation."" Arty replied, politely, inclining his head in greeting. ""I'm Artanis, but feel free to call me Arty.""<br/><br/>Elenil had been listening to the girl's accent. It seemed to be very... multi-cultural. She couldn't quite place the accent despite her knowing French, English, German, and a little Italian. It was very peculiar, but then again this school no doubt received kids from all parts of the globe.<br/><br/>""And this is my sister, Ele-"" Arty was saying before Elendil cut him off mid-sentence.<br/><br/>""I'm Elendil, his sister. A pleasure to meet you."" she smiled, giving a small wave with her hand that was probably unneeded. ""Do you mind if I ask where you're from? It's just I can't place your accent, sorry."" Elendil apologized, hoping not to offend the girl."
13130,St. Draefend's School for the Spiritually Gifted (IC #1),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323696&start=25,2014-12-17T14:58:00,Pinki3 Pon-3,"<blockquote><div><cite>Merodin <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323696&amp;p=22830142#p22830142"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Quad, St.Draeford's</span><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Artanis and Elendil Helyanwe</span><br/><br/>The twins watched as the group continued talking and some kids moved away, separating and forming their own niches. IT was then that they noticed themusic that had been playing in the background of the dull chatter of the students stopped. Searching for the source of the music's sudden stopping, the twins saw a girl carrying a fiddle begin walking towards them. The twins were surprised as usually very few people ever wanted to talk to them on their first day. <br/><br/>""Always game for making conversation."" Arty replied, politely, inclining his head in greeting. ""I'm Artanis, but feel free to call me Arty.""<br/><br/>Elenil had been listening to the girl's accent. It seemed to be very... multi-cultural. She couldn't quite place the accent despite her knowing French, English, German, and a little Italian. It was very peculiar, but then again this school no doubt received kids from all parts of the globe. <br/><br/>""And this is my sister, Ele-"" Arty was saying before Elendil cut him off mid-sentence. <br/><br/>""I'm Elendil, his sister. A pleasure to meet you."" she smiled, giving a small wave with her hand that was probably unneeded. ""Do you mind if I ask where you're from? It's just I can't place your accent, sorry."" Elendil apologized, hoping not to offend the girl.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Laurel</span><br/>Laurel smiled broadly when the two returned her conversation. She listened attentively, soaking up the conversation. She nodded to Artanis cheerfully and giggled when his sister interrupted him. It was strange to see these two feuding silently over who said what. She was caught slightly off guard by Elen's question, but it made sense when she thought about it.<br/>""Hmm . . . Well, I'm from Britain . . . In a way.""<br/>She said thoughtfully.<br/>""I'm a Romani, you see. So my accent is from all over, you pick it up from the clan after a while.""<br/>She said with a smile, hoping they didn't find fault in her heritage."
13131,St. Draefend's School for the Spiritually Gifted (IC #1),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323696&start=25,2014-12-17T19:12:00,Complectuss,"<blockquote><div><cite>Aona <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323696&amp;p=22828233#p22828233"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Complectuss <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323696&amp;p=22818521#p22818521"">wrote</a>:</cite>Raven's interest was piqued as the teen spoke. Her expression was one of both interest and indifference. She was having a hard time figuring out which one to stick with. She remembered when she'd first learned what species Orpheus was. The bird had been a little brat to the zoologist.<br/><br/>""I have,"" she replied casually. ""He's a great hunter."" She scratched under his beak again.</div></blockquote><br/>""Hm. You're honest."" He said, nodding. It was as much of an observation as it was praise.<br/><br/>""Tag. That's me. Hello."" He said, nodding as if this was some deep wisdom.<br/></div></blockquote><br/>Raven squinted a bit at the guy before relaxing back. ""Raven.""<br/><br/>This kid was kind of odd, but honest, and interesting. She'd never met anyone like him."
13132,St. Draefend's School for the Spiritually Gifted (IC #1),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323696&start=25,2014-12-17T19:48:00,The Greater States of Valyria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Aona <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323696&amp;p=22828233#p22828233"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>This laughter was short-lived, however, when Deryll realized what he was doing. He turned to the two already there and said, ""I'm sorry. I thought it was amusing..."" and trailed off.<br/><br/>This sort of thing was exactly why he hated meeting new people so much. You try to interact with someone, then something goes horribly wrong and all hell breaks loose. Either that or every word floats in one ear and out the other.</div></blockquote><br/>Natalie put a hand to her lips and stifled a giggle. ""No, don't be embarrassed. It was as humorous as it was elegant."" <br/><br/>She shook hands lightly with him. ""I certainly am delighted, regardless. Where are you from?""</div></blockquote><br/>""How?"" Invictus states strongly, directing this at Deryll. ""I fail to see how those lines of verse are humorous in any way, shape, or form. Especially in the manner I used them"" Though Invictus knew this question was pointless and would most likely lead to a disagreement he could not help himself. This was his true nature. Acting as a debater of common statements most people did not even take the time register, much less conjure up counter-arguments to. This quality was another one of the many reasons he isolated himself at his old school, not because he wanted to suppress it, but because hardly anyone there ever said anything intelligent enough to contradict or question. Not that this boy's thought was grand on any scale, but it caught him off guard enough for him to be unable to restrain himself. Perhaps this boy would give a suitable answer and Invictus would find someone worth his while to talk to at St. Draefend's. Or maybe the girl would contribute something of value, which would assist in the image of her he is currently building in his mind. Her reassurance of the boy added an element of kindness, despite the fact it may have simply been out of pity, to her image."
13133,St. Draefend's School for the Spiritually Gifted (IC #1),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323696&start=25,2014-12-17T20:01:00,Komminland,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Greater States of Valyria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323696&amp;p=22833215#p22833215"">wrote</a>:</cite>""How?"" Invictus states strongly, directing this at Deryll. ""I fail to see how those lines of verse are humorous in any way, shape, or form. Especially in the manner I used them"" </div></blockquote><br/>""How?"" Deryll said, ""As much as I don't love giving out introductions, I think I observe enough when people are around and greeting one another for the first time, when they first start.""<br/><br/>Deryll recounted the times when he saw and heard people making introductions; in a classroom, at the library— anytime, anywhere.<br/><br/>""I don't recall of anybody that uses the words 'fate' and 'soul' to describe themselves in an introduction,"" he continued, ""Maybe in the ah-<span style=""font-style: italic"">archaic</span>times, perhaps.""<br/><br/>Because really, the words ""fate"" and ""soul"" were among the<span style=""font-style: italic"">last</span>on his list of words people used in introductions."
13134,St. Draefend's School for the Spiritually Gifted (IC #1),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323696&start=25,2014-12-17T20:59:00,The Greater States of Valyria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Komminland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323696&amp;p=22833334#p22833334"">wrote</a>:</cite>""How?"" Deryll said, ""As much as I don't love giving out introductions, I think I observe enough when people are around and greeting one another for the first time, when they first start.""<br/><br/>Deryll recounted the times when he saw and heard people making introductions; in a classroom, at the library— anytime, anywhere.<br/><br/>""I don't recall of anybody that uses the words 'fate' and 'soul' to describe themselves in an introduction,"" he continued, ""Maybe in the ah- <span style=""font-style: italic"">archaic</span> times, perhaps.""<br/><br/>Because really, the words ""fate"" and ""soul"" were among the <span style=""font-style: italic"">last</span> on his list of words people used in introductions.</div></blockquote><br/>""You disappoint me in your ability to observe the whole of the statement that I made. Perhaps, 'fate' may not be a common component of an introduction, but the phrase 'master of my fate' adds a certain gravity to the introduction of oneself. The same goes for the word 'soul' and the phrase 'captain of my soul'. Also, if you know anything about poetry, and this is popular poetry at that, you would be able to recognize the fact that the two lines I said after introducing myself are the last two lines in a poem by William Ernest Henley called 'Invictus'. That also happens to be my name and it also so happens I was named after that very poem. So, I often identify myself with the beautiful verses Mr. Henley wrote. Therefore, I added them to the end of my introduction to add character to myself. I hope this is a suitable answer, I do hope it is not too<span style=""font-style: italic"">archaic</span>for you mind."" Invictus says this all in one short breath, rapidly spitting out a complex answer to something that should have been brushed over without consideration."
13135,St. Draefend's School for the Spiritually Gifted (IC #1),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323696&start=25,2014-12-17T21:35:00,Komminland,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Greater States of Valyria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323696&amp;p=22833853#p22833853"">wrote</a>:</cite>""You disappoint me in your ability to observe the whole of the statement that I made. Perhaps, 'fate' may not be a common component of an introduction, but the phrase 'master of my fate' adds a certain gravity to the introduction of oneself. The same goes for the word 'soul' and the phrase 'captain of my soul'. Also, if you know anything about poetry, and this is popular poetry at that, you would be able to recognize the fact that the two lines I said after introducing myself are the last two lines in a poem by William Ernest Henley called 'Invictus'. That also happens to be my name and it also so happens I was named after that very poem. So, I often identify myself with the beautiful verses Mr. Henley wrote. Therefore, I added them to the end of my introduction to add character to myself. I hope this is a suitable answer, I do hope it is not too <span style=""font-style: italic"">archaic</span> for you mind."" Invictus says this all in one short breath, rapidly spitting out a complex answer to something that should have been brushed over without consideration.</div></blockquote><br/>""Oh, no. Not at all. While what you mean to the use of this quotation is quite what matches the point of introduction, I think you might need to account for the possibility that some people might not know of such a poem, or maybe even perhaps a situation where someone mightn't have connected your name and your phrase together, as was the case with me and maybe this lady here as well,"" Deryll said, referring to Natalie, ""From what I've learned about introductions, they're brief little social components that I don't think most people would analyze that deeply, especially to this degree.""<br/><br/>Jerry let out a cry and Deryll spoke again after a little pause, ""Well, everything I know is based off of my far-off observations, literally and figuratively. I can't be too sure about this but I think it's a good idea to give this a rest.""<br/><br/>He never knew anyone to argue a small thing to such an extreme. It did not mirror other moments in his observations, and that was curious. But like anyone else, he was sure, he had ways to come to conclusions about even outlying scenarios like this one. Two things stood out to him in particular: this person likes to slip allusions to other media in their speech and did not spend much time observing social scenarios.<br/><br/>""I'm Deryll Graves, an average person,"" he said, giving a nod, ""and this is Jerry, arctic tern,"" he pointed at Jerry the bird, who gave a happy cry and perched himself down on Deryll's shoulder."
13136,St. Draefend's School for the Spiritually Gifted (IC #1),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323696&start=25,2014-12-18T05:25:00,The Greater States of Valyria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Komminland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323696&amp;p=22834169#p22834169"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Oh, no. Not at all. While what you mean to the use of this quotation is quite what matches the point of introduction, I think you might need to account for the possibility that some people might not know of such a poem, or maybe even perhaps a situation where someone mightn't have connected your name and your phrase together, as was the case with me and maybe this lady here as well,"" Deryll said, referring to Natalie, ""From what I've learned about introductions, they're brief little social components that I don't think most people would analyze that deeply, especially to this degree.""<br/><br/>Jerry let out a cry and Deryll spoke again after a little pause, ""Well, everything I know is based off of my far-off observations, literally and figuratively. I can't be too sure about this but I think it's a good idea to give this a rest.""<br/><br/>He never knew anyone to argue a small thing to such an extreme. It did not mirror other moments in his observations, and that was curious. But like anyone else, he was sure, he had ways to come to conclusions about even outlying scenarios like this one. Two things stood out to him in particular: this person likes to slip allusions to other media in their speech and did not spend much time observing social scenarios. <br/><br/> ""I'm Deryll Graves, an average person,"" he said, giving a nod, ""and this is Jerry, arctic tern,"" he pointed at Jerry the bird, who gave a happy cry and perched himself down on Deryll's shoulder.</div></blockquote><br/>""I have better things to do than account for the lack of synapses in the minds of people I interact with,"" Invictus states, not dropping the topic like you requested. This would violate his personal code to never allow anyone else have the last word. It often made him seem argumentative and lacking tact, but enough good came out of the habit for it to be useful.<br/><br/>""So, average person, Deryll Graves, let me educate you on the introductions of people like myself. That would be the aristocratic Aurawalkers, and all Aurawalkers to an extent. Titles matter. A name followed by a surname means little in any social circle frequented by higher members of the Aurawalker community. Having any sort of title to follow up one's make is therefore a great indicator of honor and respectability. Obviously, as a young member of this group I have no real titles to embellish my name with, therefore, I add those titles associated with my name due to my namesake to it in order to add a small amount of flourish. Yes, it may not have been typical for you, but it is common for me. And it will be best for you to learn these customs soon if you hope to integrate into the Aurawalker's world at a level higher than that equivalent to being a peasant.""<br/><br/>Invictus smiles at him, taking great pleasure in such an interaction. His eyes flit over to Jerry the artic tern to observe the bird now."
13137,St. Draefend's School for the Spiritually Gifted (IC #1),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323696&start=25,2014-12-18T18:25:00,Komminland,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Greater States of Valyria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323696&amp;p=22836135#p22836135"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I have better things to do than account for the lack of synapses in the minds of people I interact with,"" Invictus states, not dropping the topic like you requested. This would violate his personal code to never allow anyone else have the last word. It often made him seem argumentative and lacking tact, but enough good came out of the habit for it to be useful.<br/><br/>""So, average person, Deryll Graves, let me educate you on the introductions of people like myself. That would be the aristocratic Aurawalkers, and all Aurawalkers to an extent. Titles matter. A name followed by a surname means little in any social circle frequented by higher members of the Aurawalker community. Having any sort of title to follow up one's make is therefore a great indicator of honor and respectability. Obviously, as a young member of this group I have no real titles to embellish my name with, therefore, I add those titles associated with my name due to my namesake to it in order to add a small amount of flourish. Yes, it may not have been typical for you, but it is common for me. And it will be best for you to learn these customs soon if you hope to integrate into the Aurawalker's world at a level higher than that equivalent to being a peasant.""<br/><br/>Invictus smiles at him, taking great pleasure in such an interaction. His eyes flit over to Jerry the artic tern to observe the bird now.</div></blockquote><br/>Deryll sighed a little bit, but continued the argument.<br/><br/>""Well sir,"" he began flatly, ""Again, non-Aurawalkers would usually<span style=""font-style: italic"">not</span>add these extra things to their introductions for the reasons I've already said. Most modern people I know of in have dropped fancy titles or similar and instead use something simple and understandable, usually no potential confusion added.""<br/><br/>""I know that maybe places like this have well been under a lot of aristocratic influence,"" Deryll continued, ""But given the influx of more and more students brought up in societies that have most likely entirely dropped the titles and honorifics of older, more aristocratic times, just like me, I think that this school should and is going to continually change that way as well.""<br/><br/>""I think we need to progress the little things that have fallen behind and encourage the things that have exceeded the normal to make the world better and better. Titles and honorifics and things like that is something that's old and we don't need that anymore. I think it's bad practice when, if we do things in this aristocratic manner, we might learn to be in this archaic, unnecessary way, and then we'll seem like people from the olden times that have just emerged in the modern world by accident: weird and alienated,"" Derryl continued with his argument, ""I think that if you speak with even one normal person, that would probably turn into an awkward situation. If we keep things this way, I think that we as the Aurawalker society will fall like the aristocracies of old. I don't want that.""<br/><br/>""So, Mr. Lee, I encourage you- no. I<span style=""font-style: italic"">implore</span>you, let us keep up with modern times. As Aurawalkers. As a society. As<span style=""font-style: italic"">people</span>."" He said, with more emotion than usual. It gave him strength, even though it was a petty argument about introductions."
13138,St. Draefend's School for the Spiritually Gifted (IC #1),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323696&start=25,2014-12-19T13:17:00,Aona,"The sound of a large bell, and the cracking of a loudspeaker system snapped everyone's attention away from their current conversations, and to the voice of an elderly woman, rather posh and precise in her speech.<br/><br/>""Good morning, students. I am Headmistress Olivia Du'Pre, and I welcome you to St. Draefend's School for the Spiritually Gifted. I trust you all made it safe, sound, and with little trouble.""<br/><br/>""As for right now, the orientation has begun. I advise all students to enter the main building, and follow the signs to the auditorium. Presentations begin in five minutes.""<br/><br/>The speaker dimmed, and shut off. Tag looked at Raven, and shrugged. ""Should we go to that?"" his statement sounded rebellious, but his diction seemed to genuinely ask."
13139,St. Draefend's School for the Spiritually Gifted (IC #1),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323696&start=25,2014-12-19T14:31:00,Complectuss,"<blockquote><div><cite>Aona <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323696&amp;p=22849601#p22849601"">wrote</a>:</cite>The speaker dimmed, and shut off. Tag looked at Raven, and shrugged. ""Should we go to that?"" his statement sounded rebellious, but his diction seemed to genuinely ask.</div></blockquote><br/>Raven shrugged. ""We're supposed to."" She pulled her duffel bag up on her shoulder, she hadn't stopped by her dorm yet. She shared a glance with Orpheus before pushing off the rock and onto the ground. ""Come on,"" she said to Tag."
13140,St. Draefend's School for the Spiritually Gifted (IC #1),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323696&start=25,2014-12-19T20:15:00,Tarnen,"<blockquote><div><cite>Aona <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323696&amp;p=22849601#p22849601"">wrote</a>:</cite>The sound of a large bell, and the cracking of a loudspeaker system snapped everyone's attention away from their current conversations, and to the voice of an elderly woman, rather posh and precise in her speech. <br/><br/>""Good morning, students. I am Headmistress Olivia Du'Pre, and I welcome you to St. Draefend's School for the Spiritually Gifted. I trust you all made it safe, sound, and with little trouble.""<br/><br/>""As for right now, the orientation has begun. I advise all students to enter the main building, and follow the signs to the auditorium. Presentations begin in five minutes.""<br/><br/>The speaker dimmed, and shut off. Tag looked at Raven, and shrugged. ""Should we go to that?"" his statement sounded rebellious, but his diction seemed to genuinely ask.</div></blockquote><br/>Alex listened as the speaker was giving them directions to the auditorium before it shut down. He looked at Mik and Dustin ""Well I guess that is our queue to start heading on inside."" He smiled at them before grabbing his things ""Shall we gentlemen?"" Waiting for them."
13141,St. Draefend's School for the Spiritually Gifted (IC #1),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323696&start=25,2014-12-21T12:34:00,Merodin,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Quad, St. Draefend's, On-Campus</span><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Artanis and Elendil Helyanwe</span><br/><br/>""Oh, that's really cool."" Arty said, smiling warmly at the girl. ""So were you born here in England or just lived here mostly?""<br/><br/>Elendil was busy tying her hair back up into a bun with a scrunchie while her brother was talking to the girl. When she'd finished, she deiced to ask a question of her own.<br/><br/>""So, have you ever traveled outside the UK then or just picked up from the locals?"" she asked, and then hearing the last part asked. ""Oh, I'm sorry to hear that. Did you have to leave them to come here?""<br/><br/>Just then a loudspeaker came on and the Headmistress told them all to get to the auditorium for orientation.<br/><br/>""Well, sounds like we better go."" Arty said, then inclined his head towards the auditorium building. ""Care to join us?""<br/><br/>""I can promise the conversation will be interesting, at least."" Elendil laughed, as she tucked a loose strand of blonde hair behind her ear."
13142,St. Draefend's School for the Spiritually Gifted (IC #1),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323696&start=25,2014-12-21T12:50:00,Pinki3 Pon-3,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Laurel</span><br/>Laurel nodded forlornly when Elen asked her if she had to leave her clan.<br/>""To be honest, I always wanted to see the rest of the world . . . But it's easier to dream about something than to actually do it.""<br/>She said quietly before smiling cheerfully.<br/>""Of course I would. Silence is made to be broken. Preferably with music and laughs.""<br/>She said cheerfully, collecting all her things and ensuring they were packed in properly before joining the twins.<br/>""Ooooooh trust me . . . The conversations we have back home are . . . Riveting.""<br/>She said with a giggle, thinking of all the times the clan elders had started arguing over whether the meat in the stew was lamb or beef. In the end it turned out to be pork, but everyone had fun devising tests for it.<br/>""I remember once, Kak Leonard decided it would be a good idea to milk the stewing mas . . . It did not . . . Well . . . Work.""<br/>She said light-heartedly. Subconsciously using a few of her home tongue's words."
13143,St. Draefend's School for the Spiritually Gifted (IC #1),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323696&start=25,2014-12-22T17:47:00,Saoirse o Forsa,"Mikael jumped slightly at the hearing of the announcements. Composing himself, he took the time to listen to the announcements along with Alex and Dustin. Archimedes silents his laughter as well as the announcements came on, and perked up his ears. ""Hmmm,"" thought Mikael ,""nice sounding voice, I suppose I wouldn't mind having her as a headmistress.""<br/><br/>When it ended, he nodded his head at Alex. ""Sounds brilliant Alex."" He said, before grabbing his stuff, and, making a rather theatrical spin, began making headway towards the auditorium,seeming to be expecting Alex and Dustin to be right at his heels. Archimedes followed quickly behind, cackling softly under his breathe."
13144,St. Draefend's School for the Spiritually Gifted (IC #1),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323696&start=25,2014-12-22T20:14:00,Tarnen,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saoirse o Forsa <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323696&amp;p=22884882#p22884882"">wrote</a>:</cite>Mikael jumped slightly at the hearing of the announcements. Composing himself, he took the time to listen to the announcements along with Alex and Dustin. Archimedes silents his laughter as well as the announcements came on, and perked up his ears. ""Hmmm,"" thought Mikael ,""nice sounding voice, I suppose I wouldn't mind having her as a headmistress.""<br/><br/> When it ended, he nodded his head at Alex. ""Sounds brilliant Alex."" He said, before grabbing his stuff, and, making a rather theatrical spin, began making headway towards the auditorium,seeming to be expecting Alex and Dustin to be right at his heels. Archimedes followed quickly behind, cackling softly under his breathe.</div></blockquote><br/>Alex walked beside Mik, hoping that Dustin was right next to them. M on the other hand was walking next to Archimedes staring at and smelling him at the same time. Alex looked at Mik as they made their way towards the auditorium, he seemed like an interesting person to say the least, a very deep thinker, something Alex rarely saw if at all at home. ""Hey Mikael, what's Florida like I've never been there."" Smiling at him, maybe a little more warmly then towards the average person."
13145,St. Draefend's School for the Spiritually Gifted (IC #1),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323696&start=25,2014-12-23T04:07:00,Merodin,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Auditorium, St.Draeford's, On-Campus</span><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Artanis and Elendil Helyanwe</span><br/><br/>As the trio walked to the auditorium, Elendil nodded saying,"" Likewise, we've been only around western Europe and the States mostly.""<br/><br/>Arty draped a protective arm around his twin's shoulders. ""We've always wanted to visit Japan. We love anime and manga, but also the culture. We specifically want to visit Tokyo.""<br/><br/>As the twins chattered on about their plans for the future, exploring Asia and taking on the job of treasure hunters, they arrived at the auditorium and took their seats.<br/><br/>""Milk the stewing mas?"" Arty repeated in a confused tone, not really understanding what a mas was."
13146,St. Draefend's School for the Spiritually Gifted (IC #1),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323696&start=25,2014-12-23T04:27:00,Pinki3 Pon-3,"<blockquote><div><cite>Merodin <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323696&amp;p=22889864#p22889864"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Auditorium, St.Draeford's, On-Campus</span><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Artanis and Elendil Helyanwe</span><br/><br/>As the trio walked to the auditorium, Elendil nodded saying,"" Likewise, we've been only around western Europe and the States mostly.""<br/><br/>Arty draped a protective arm around his twin's shoulders. ""We've always wanted to visit Japan. We love anime and manga, but also the culture. We specifically want to visit Tokyo."" <br/><br/>As the twins chattered on about their plans for the future, exploring Asia and taking on the job of treasure hunters, they arrived at the auditorium and took their seats. <br/><br/>""Milk the stewing mas?"" Arty repeated in a confused tone, not really understanding what a mas was.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Laurel</span><br/>Laurel looked at Arty and Elendil bewilderedly as she sat down next to them in the auditorium.<br/>""Anime? Manga?""<br/>She asked curiously. She'd heard of Japan before in some of the stories her clan told. She nodded when Arty repeated what she said, not quite seeing why he didn't understand. Then she made a silent ""oooh"" when she realised he didn't understand the word.<br/>""Mas, its the romani word for meat. Uncle Leonard tried to milk the meat when they were arguing over whether it was lamb or beef.""<br/>She said with a smile.<br/>""Sorry, its been a while since I spoke with someone who didn't speak my language.""<br/>She said with a giggle while she shifted to hold her violin on her lap."
13147,St. Draefend's School for the Spiritually Gifted (IC #1),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323696&start=25,2014-12-23T12:33:00,Achidyemay,"<blockquote><div><cite>Tarnen <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323696&amp;p=22886652#p22886652"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Saoirse o Forsa <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323696&amp;p=22884882#p22884882"">wrote</a>:</cite>Mikael jumped slightly at the hearing of the announcements. Composing himself, he took the time to listen to the announcements along with Alex and Dustin. Archimedes silents his laughter as well as the announcements came on, and perked up his ears. ""Hmmm,"" thought Mikael ,""nice sounding voice, I suppose I wouldn't mind having her as a headmistress.""<br/><br/> When it ended, he nodded his head at Alex. ""Sounds brilliant Alex."" He said, before grabbing his stuff, and, making a rather theatrical spin, began making headway towards the auditorium,seeming to be expecting Alex and Dustin to be right at his heels. Archimedes followed quickly behind, cackling softly under his breathe.</div></blockquote><br/>Alex walked beside Mik, hoping that Dustin was right next to them. M on the other hand was walking next to Archimedes staring at and smelling him at the same time. Alex looked at Mik as they made their way towards the auditorium, he seemed like an interesting person to say the least, a very deep thinker, something Alex rarely saw if at all at home. ""Hey Mikael, what's Florida like I've never been there."" Smiling at him, maybe a little more warmly then towards the average person.</div></blockquote><br/>Dustin was behind them, and the as-of-yet-unnamed Stag was behind them, bringing up the rear in a slow gait. Dustin frowned imperceptibly and briefly upon hearing the woman's voice, he was keen on meeting the woman who had arranged for him to get here, he was also interested in learning more about this school, considering he had heard so little about it before. And he was also interested in learning just what the rules were, and more about his spirit animal and his naturally un-trusting disposition was overridden by a sense of curiosity. With a start, he realized that he had been silent for a long time.<br/><br/>""She does have that regal tone to her voice,"" Dustin assented as he followed them, weaving his way to stand next to Alex. He looked across and in front of him to see Mikael's response."
13148,St. Draefend's School for the Spiritually Gifted (IC #1),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323696&start=25,2015-01-05T13:57:00,Merodin,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Auditorium, St.Draeford's, On-Campus</span><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Artanis and Elendil Helyanwe</span><br/><br/><br/>Elendil perked up on hearing that Laurel didn't know what either of their favorite Japanese pastimes were. ""Oh, manga is similar to a comic book, but it has nothing to do with heroes, well I guess it can, but not explicitly. Plus they're usually a lot more serious... well, most of them."" Elendil explained, happy to have someone to talk to.<br/><br/>""And anime is simply a manga animated for television."" Arty chimed in, relaxing in his seat. His sister nodded beside him in agreement.<br/><br/>When Laurel explained what the word meant in Romani, the twins nodded their head in understanding.<br/><br/>""Ah, I see, sorry about th-"" Arty apologized politely, before he was interrupted.<br/><br/>His sister overrode his attempt at an apology by reassuring the girl. ""Oh, please, don't worry. The same happened to us a bunch of times when our parents were stationed somewhere that didn't speak English."" Elendil lowered her voice, a bit abashed to ask. "" We'd actually, well I would, love to learn some Romani if you wouldn't mind teaching it."""
13149,St. Draefend's School for the Spiritually Gifted (IC #1),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323696&start=25,2015-01-05T14:19:00,Pinki3 Pon-3,"<blockquote><div><cite>Merodin <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323696&amp;p=23036729#p23036729"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Auditorium, St.Draeford's, On-Campus</span><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Artanis and Elendil Helyanwe</span><br/><br/><br/>Elendil perked up on hearing that Laurel didn't know what either of their favorite Japanese pastimes were. ""Oh, manga is similar to a comic book, but it has nothing to do with heroes, well I guess it can, but not explicitly. Plus they're usually a lot more serious... well, most of them."" Elendil explained, happy to have someone to talk to. <br/><br/>""And anime is simply a manga animated for television."" Arty chimed in, relaxing in his seat. His sister nodded beside him in agreement. <br/><br/>When Laurel explained what the word meant in Romani, the twins nodded their head in understanding. <br/><br/>""Ah, I see, sorry about th-"" Arty apologized politely, before he was interrupted.<br/><br/> His sister overrode his attempt at an apology by reassuring the girl. ""Oh, please, don't worry. The same happened to us a bunch of times when our parents were stationed somewhere that didn't speak English."" Elendil lowered her voice, a bit abashed to ask. "" We'd actually, well I would, love to learn some Romani if you wouldn't mind teaching it.""</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Laurel</span><br/>Laurel listened attentively to the explanations of Anime and Manga, trying to imagine it. She knew of books and comics, occasionally the travellers came by with comic books.<br/>""But comics are so . . . short. The pictures take all the flavour out of it don't they?""<br/>She said quietly. She hadn't really read any of the comic books anyone brought past, she preferred books with words. The more words the better in her opinion.<br/>""I would love to read one sometime if you have one. It sounds odd . . . comics always seemed too flashy to have a good story in them.""<br/>She said with a hint of nervousness. She honestly wasn't sure of what to make of all this modern culture. She flinched back in surprise and looked at Elendil with an expression of utter and complete confusion. Nobody ever wanted her to teach them anything besides music and . . . well nobody ever cared about the romani language, even in romani tribes, it only cropped up in arguments sometimes. Which was sad to Laurel, she found it a beautiful language, even if a few words made people laugh, especially if it made people laugh. She suddenly realised she was staring at Elendil with a rather disturbed look. Laurel broke down giggling and nodded,<br/>""Sure, sorry. Just, not really a question I'm used to. Most of the time you gadjo couldn't be bothered. Should be interesting to hear how you saw the words. Well,<span style=""font-style: italic"">kak</span>means like . . . uncle or . . . sir I guess?""<br/>She says cheerfully, deciding to start small."
13150,St. Draefend's School for the Spiritually Gifted (IC #1),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323696&start=25,2015-01-05T14:46:00,Merodin,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Auditorium, St.Draeford's, On-Campus</span><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Artanis and Elendil Helyanwe</span><br/><br/>Elendil covered her smile politely as Laurel talked about comic books. ""Quite the contrary, actually. They're usually several volumes long and the pictures let you better see what's going on.""<br/><br/>Arty offered to give her one after orientation. ""Yeah, sure, I've got a few in my luggage I can lend you if you'd like.""<br/><br/>The twins were rather confused about how to react to Laurel quiet stare after Elendil asked her for lessons, sharing a nervous look between each other quickly. They hoped they hadn't just broken their new friend.<br/><br/>""Oh, okay, I was afraid we'd caused you to break down or something."" Elendil laughed, before trying to imitate the word. ""Kak? Kak. Kak. Kaaaaaak.""<br/><br/>Arty merely smiled on as he watched his sister trying out the new language."
13151,St. Draefend's School for the Spiritually Gifted (IC #1),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323696&start=25,2015-01-05T14:55:00,Pinki3 Pon-3,"<blockquote><div><cite>Merodin <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323696&amp;p=23037285#p23037285"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Auditorium, St.Draeford's, On-Campus</span><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Artanis and Elendil Helyanwe</span><br/><br/>Elendil covered her smile politely as Laurel talked about comic books. ""Quite the contrary, actually. They're usually several volumes long and the pictures let you better see what's going on.""<br/><br/>Arty offered to give her one after orientation. ""Yeah, sure, I've got a few in my luggage I can lend you if you'd like.""<br/><br/>The twins were rather confused about how to react to Laurel quiet stare after Elendil asked her for lessons, sharing a nervous look between each other quickly. They hoped they hadn't just broken their new friend.<br/><br/>""Oh, okay, I was afraid we'd caused you to break down or something."" Elendil laughed, before trying to imitate the word. ""Kak? Kak. Kak. Kaaaaaak."" <br/><br/>Arty merely smiled on as he watched his sister trying out the new language.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Laurel</span><br/>Laurel chuckled and shook her head,<br/>""Hardly, just surprised. Roma aren't usually around gadjo very often. And when we are, its travellers who are only staying for a night or two. Well, we shall exchange romani lessons for comics. I like this agreement.""<br/>She said with a giggle before smiling to the pair,<br/>""So tell me more about ma- . . . You got it the first time Elen.""<br/>She said when Elen was attempting the word, giggling again,<br/>""Now tell me more about manga, I find my curiosity piqued."""
13152,St. Draefend's School for the Spiritually Gifted (IC #1),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323696&start=25,2015-01-05T15:30:00,Merodin,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Auditorium, St.Draeford's, On-Campus</span><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Artanis and Elendil Helyanwe</span><br/><br/>Elendil hugged Laurel, excited. ""So do I, aw thank you so much!"" She peeled herself off the girl and then apologized. ""Oh, sorry.""<br/><br/>Arty smiled, ""She can get pretty excited sometimes. Please forgive her."" Elendil shot him a look, which only made Arty's grin grow wider. Obviously, the two were used to bantering and teasing each other.<br/><br/>Elendil blushed as she realized she had been saying the words louder than she'd intended. ""Oh, right, thanks."" she blushed, adjusting her hair again.<br/><br/>""Well, manga are comics created in Japan, or by Japanese creators in the Japanese language, conforming to a style developed in Japan in the late 19th century."" Arty said, matter of factly.""The medium includes works in a broad range of genres: action-adventure, romance, sports and games, historical drama, comedy, science fiction and fantasy, mystery, suspense, detective, horror, sexuality, and business and commerce, among others.""<br/><br/>""Yeah, Arty's a bit of an otaku."" El sniggered, shaking her head as her brother explained manga to Laurel.<br/><br/>""Damn weeaboos, don't know genius when they're in the presence of one."" Arty retorted, propping his feet up on the empty seat in front of him."
13153,St. Draefend's School for the Spiritually Gifted (IC #1),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323696&start=25,2015-01-06T05:41:00,Pinki3 Pon-3,"<blockquote><div><cite>Merodin <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323696&amp;p=23037768#p23037768"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Auditorium, St.Draeford's, On-Campus</span><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Artanis and Elendil Helyanwe</span><br/><br/>Elendil hugged Laurel, excited. ""So do I, aw thank you so much!"" She peeled herself off the girl and then apologized. ""Oh, sorry.""<br/><br/>Arty smiled, ""She can get pretty excited sometimes. Please forgive her."" Elendil shot him a look, which only made Arty's grin grow wider. Obviously, the two were used to bantering and teasing each other. <br/><br/>Elendil blushed as she realized she had been saying the words louder than she'd intended. ""Oh, right, thanks."" she blushed, adjusting her hair again. <br/><br/>""Well, manga are comics created in Japan, or by Japanese creators in the Japanese language, conforming to a style developed in Japan in the late 19th century."" Arty said, matter of factly.""The medium includes works in a broad range of genres: action-adventure, romance, sports and games, historical drama, comedy, science fiction and fantasy, mystery, suspense, detective, horror, sexuality, and business and commerce, among others.""<br/><br/>""Yeah, Arty's a bit of an otaku."" El sniggered, shaking her head as her brother explained manga to Laurel. <br/><br/>""Damn weeaboos, don't know genius when they're in the presence of one."" Arty retorted, propping his feet up on the empty seat in front of him.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Laurel</span><br/>Laurel giggled and pulled Elen into a tight hug. Things were often as close as this in her clan. They were all one big family, even if they weren't all related. When Elendil pulled away she looked up at her with a pouty face,<br/>""Why'd you stop? I like hugs.""<br/>She said before giggling while she watched the two siblings bicker to a certain extent. They were very close, that much was certain. She looked at the two curiously,<br/>""Umm . . . Otaku? Wee-a . . . That other thing? Are you sure I'm the only one speaking a different language?""<br/>She asked with a giggle."
13154,St. Draefend's School for the Spiritually Gifted (IC #1),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323696&start=25,2015-01-08T12:22:00,Aona,"Tag shrugged, before following after the girl, and the rest of the students. He felt a tentacle cling to his back, and his eyes rolled to his side. ""You be quiet."" he commanded the squid, who slunk back behind him before vanishing into a cloud of blue smoke.<br/><br/>Ike looked down at his Bear, who had conjured himself again. It looked at him, sniffing him twice. It seemed to be asking for something. Or, rather, telling him. He sighed. He hoped the whole spirit-animal-knowing-more-than-him routine ended soon.<br/><br/>""Ike."" The New-Yorker's head snapped to attention. Tag looked at him, same dullness in his eyes. ""Are you coming?""<br/><br/>Ike hurried after Tag, Tallus disappearing just the same.<br/><br/>~~<br/><br/>Natalie's head perked at the loudspeaker, her curls bouncing. She smiled thinly, and began walking towards the auditorium. Well, she probably was.<br/><br/>""Let's go, kids. Can't be late for the first day of school!"" she called back to them.<br/><br/>~~<br/><br/>The Auditorium seemed innocent enough, with a average main entrance, almost exactly like one you would find at a high school. Two hallways shot out from its side, but were blocked off by velvet rope. Adults with nametags directed the students towards two double doors behind the desk. When opened, the innocence of the building completely melted away.<br/><br/>The Auditorium was massive, the echoes of idle chatter bouncing back and forth in an epic fashion. Dark wood, carved meticulously, and ornately, decorated the two stories of seating, which were red velvet and fine in their making. Deep blue gems were infused into the wood. Ike gasped as he enetered, with Tag saying nothing. In fact, it didn't even seem like Tag noticed.<br/><br/>""Wow...this is...incredible."""
13155,Calradia: The Misery of a Land (Mount & Blade: Warband) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323805,2014-12-15T18:36:00,Cyrisnia,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Calradia. 1259.</span></span></span><br/>A land filled with diversity in all manners of life and soil.<br/>We do not know how this strange land came to be, nor do we know how these people are so different than each other.<br/>However, know that these lands are filled with the lowest scum of the world to the most pompous of nobility.<br/>From common thugs to renowned Sea Terrors. From the most humble farmer to the most devious merchant. From the lowest mercenary to King Harlaus himself. They all must learn to survive in these harsh lands.<br/>For the Old Empire of Calradia no longer protects them. It has long been divided by petty conflicts over land and gold disguised by honor and noble rank.<br/>Nay, the people of Calradia will bleed you dry if you are not careful.<br/>But of course, great opportunity is here as well. Many have started off with the shirt on his back, the sword in her scabbard, a lone lame horse....only to become<span style=""font-style: italic""> the greatest warrior, merchant, perhaps even ""King"" of them all.</span><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">After all, King Ragnar's father was once a Sea Terror.<br/>And Harlaus? Ha! His throne is a consequence of thievery.<br/>And if you think the Council rules in Rhodok lands, you will be deemed foolish.<br/>Perhaps the Vaegirs are the most pure? Bah, what are they, anyway? Mere snow thugs with made-up noble titles.<br/>And the Khergits are merely domesticated bandits. Nothing more, nothing less.<br/>The Sarranids? Bah. Mere desert folk thinking they know how to be nobles when their own people suffer every day and night.</span><br/>Perhaps you will cower with one of these foolish factions.<br/>Or will you join their ranks with your own foolish faction?<br/>I await gleefully for your actions, <span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Hero</span></span> of Calradia!<br/>After all, you have such...<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">numerous opportunities.</span></span></div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC:<a class=""postlink-local"" href=""http://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323655"">viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323655</a>See all you need there.<br/><br/><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Shariz, Sarranid Sultanate, April 22nd, 1259.</span></span><br/><br/>It had been a long tournament. The annual Calradian Tournament, in fact. Set up by Guild Masters and merchants throughout the land, a city was picked every year and the contest was held, along with a grand feast. For the nobles, at least.<br/><br/>The morning sun rose over the desert, and with it the Kalims all called out. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""Praise be upon to the one Creator, blessed be those who follow, and blessed be to all.""</span> As they did every morning. Wilech, having finished the morning prayer, walked out of the small bought building that the Southern Eagles used as their home of operations. All the mercenary companies that had been involved in the tournament had received a message from the Sultan. A competition. Something special, most of them thought. The Sultan would address this soon, very soon.</div></blockquote>"
13156,Calradia: The Misery of a Land (Mount & Blade: Warband) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323805,2014-12-15T18:54:00,Ontorisa,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Suno, Kingdom of Swadia<br/>Spring 1259<br/>Sergeant Darren Saris</span><br/><br/>The Raven's Call, a small elite mercenary group of about 30 men, stood around within the mighty walls of Suno, chatting as they stood outside of the local tavern in the poorer district of Suno, the Dancing Troll. Darren, alongside two of his mercenary friends, watched the local women walk by, whistling to them and shouting out catcalls. One of them, a young blonde passed by and Darren felt it was compulsory to shout it to her.<br/><br/>""Hey miss! I'll love to have a bastard with ya."" Darren hollered, not one for usually swinging his royal blood around.<br/><br/>The lady turned, spat at him and began angrily walking away while Darren's friends laughed at her reaction. But she returned, with a few armed men as she pointed at Darren and his small group of friends.<br/><br/>""Those bitches right there Rob. Kill 'em! Kill 'em!"" The girl screamed to the men towering over her.<br/><br/>She had brought about eight men, armed with hammers, butcher knives, clubs and axes. They were tall and lean, like the stereotypical Swadian. While Darren always felt good about being 5""10, these men made him feel incredibly small, in fact, the Calradians always made the Geroians appear short. One of the men, holding a shiny axe, stepped forward and pointed at Darren and his small group, which had grown to five men including Darren, all of them holding their weapons, ready for the fight.<br/><br/>""You there, mercenary, did you harass my sister?"" The man growled menacingly.<br/><br/>""I did not sir,"" Darren calmly replied before looking back at his comrades before adding with a smirk. ""I don't tend to shout at whores that often.""<br/><br/>The man roared with rage and flung his hand forward, motioning to his mates. Without any verbal communication, the Swadians stepped forward. Immediately, Darren straightened up and un-clipped his shortened voulge from his back. Swing it forward, the Raven's Call soldiers began exiting the porch of the Dancing Troll and stepped onto the streets. Quickly the mercenaries prepared their weapons before the Swadian men charged. Darren went straight for the leader with his voulge. Swinging the giant axe-like weapon in a downwards motion over the top of the head, the axe hilt gave no resistance as the power of the weapon sliced through it, piercing the man's skull. The weapon's blade kept going until it was at the base of the man's neck. The other mercenaries quickly dealt with the Swadian men, one of the mercenaries wielding his arming sword professionally by cutting open a man's stomach before kicking him in the groin and pushing the sword down into the top of his spine. The Swadian men quickly fled as the local militia showed up.<br/><br/>About six Swadian militiamen with two Vougiers, two Pages and three Peasant Archers showed up in full force with their weapons at the ready. The mercenaries just stood and watched. The party's commander, a well dressed Page brandishing his arming sword in light of the mercenaries, called out to them.<br/><br/>""Bloody fuckers! You've just killed men belonging to the crown!"" The page screamed in rage at the mercenaries. ""You're fucking coming with us or dying where you stand.""<br/><br/>As if on command, the peasant archers readied their arrows in the bows."
13157,Calradia: The Misery of a Land (Mount & Blade: Warband) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323805,2014-12-15T19:24:00,G-Tech Corporation,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Shariz, Sarranid Sultunate<br/>Spring 1259<br/>King Graveth of the Rhodok Republic</span><br/><br/>It was with a heavy heart that King Graveth sipped of the date wine Sultan Hakim had been so kind to provide; a sickly cloying vintage, these locals were obsessed with it, but he couldn't understand the delight. To a more refined pallet such as his, accustomed to some of the better grapes of Veluca, it really was a sorry state of affairs to have his taste buds plied with such a... robust beverage. At least it was only being served now, after the tournament. Next to him Count Mattheas' chair was still empty; he had actually seen fit to participate in the tourney, and won quite a few of the affairs before being tossed unceremoniously to the dirt by one of the Nord lords. Graveth could look up the man's name on the lists if he wished, but it really wasn't worth it. Such men would never be seen south of Swadia, and he would bet his right scepter that Mattheas would be complaining with great detail about the villain's lack of honor all the way back to Jelkala.<br/><br/>Having finally finished off the sweet dregs of his wine, Graveth rose, nodding politely to those Emirs and ladies who still occupied the reviewing stand, chatting about politics and the affairs of the Sultanate. While such matters certainly interested the next door neighbor of the Sultan, he was far more inclined to trust the word of his spies than that which the notables of the land would speak about before a visiting monarch. Relations with the Sultanate were good enough for now, minus a minor border war which saw no land change hands two years ago, but with the Sultan's forces suffering badly against the Khergits around Bariyye the Sultan might be looking to score some political capital with a quick victory against Jaminche Castle or the villages in that region. The aging monarch made a mental decision to send some more crossbowmen to Almerra; it would be just like Hakim to try and move around the flank like that, with his ranks of heavy cavalry apparently depleted.<br/><br/>Perhaps it was time to get his hands on some mercenaries, to clean up the area before any pretext for war could be devised by the Sarranids. Count Gutlans had spoken of a clandestine call for the free bands to assemble here in Shariz, and work for such men would not be hard to find. With his men at peace the nobles had kept their lands clean enough of brigandry and rapine, but the disorder of the Khergit-Sarranid border had left the land less than organized in that region."
13158,Calradia: The Misery of a Land (Mount & Blade: Warband) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323805,2014-12-15T19:37:00,Paketo,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Shariz, Sarranid Sultanate, April 22nd, 1259<br/>Stephan Camp of the Yellow Eagles</span><br/><br/>Stephan yawned and stretched out as he walked down the stairs of the Inn his company was staying at in Shariz.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""why are we here again?""</span>thought Stephan to himself<span style=""font-style: italic"">""the tournament oh yeah and now this message from the Sultan. Wonder what he wants?""</span>. The letter to watch Stephan was referring to was of course tightly held in his hand still unopened. As he sat down at one of the tables and the bar he called for one of the barmaids to bring him a ale. Maybe it was to early for ale but Stephan didn't really care about that. He took out a bit of bread and cheese from his bag and began to munch on it for breakfast. His ale came soon after and he enjoyed the cold beverage taking his time downing as he waited for the rest of his company woke up. Several had woken up already and were down at the bar but most were still asleep. They stood out amongst the citizens of the city, their white skin made them easily picked out versus the dark tanned skin of the Sarranids.<br/><br/>It took about another 5 minutes for Stephan to fully wake up and that was when he opened the letter from the Sultan. ""another competition?"" said Stephan quietly to himself ""what kind of Competition could he possibly have planned after the tournament?"". More questions whirled in Stephan's mind but he was cut short in his questionings as a ruckus started at the Inn's bar counter. ""You will pay the fee of our .... protection services for this Inn"" said a man with deeply tanned skin and trimmed black beard near him were another two dressed similarly to the man causing the ruckus but their turbans didn't allow any features to be shown. The Innkeeper was shaking in his boot obviously intimidated by this man. Stephan calmly walked over behind the man and placed a hand on his soldier ""you got a problem here friend"" said Stephan with a smile. The man quickly turned shaking Stephan's hand off ""this does not concern you Swadian"" spat the man moving a hand towards his belt where a sword was in a scabbard while the two men just a little bit away made the same move expecting trouble. ""oh but i believe it does concern as you seem to be extorting money from this kind Innkeeper who has given me and my company lodging while we stay in this city. Now I suggest you leave before me and my men are forced to forcefully escort you out"" threatened Stephan as the men finally began to notice the 7 men sitting at tables behind Stephan glaring at them. All tall and lean Swadians, something that would intimidate most men. The man took a step back with a fearful look on his face before having it return to the angry expression it had before. ""fine, but this isn't over old man. He won't be here to protect you forever"" said the man taking the other two with you. The comment was obviously towards the Innkeeper who was still shaking while Stephan simply went back to his beer."
13159,Calradia: The Misery of a Land (Mount & Blade: Warband) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323805,2014-12-16T06:33:00,Sasutary Island,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">A field Outside Suno<br/>The Adventures of the last d'Groote</span><br/>Roger stood upon the field, patting his fine Hunter. It had accompanied him from Geroia, and it was felt as if an eternal bond had formed between the two. As he peered upon the field, he saw at the other side, a band of ogre-like Outlaws, numbering roughly 20. They had already taken notice of Roger's presence, and charged him without second thought. It was high time that he spilt some blood on Calradian Land.<br/><br/>With the blowing of a horn, the Horses of Geroia charged with their lances couched. The swift Hunters ans Coursers made easy work of the distance, and melee begun. After the first pass, Roger's lance broke in two. An outlaw began to poke at his horse with a crude spear. Quick thinking was needed. He threw the spear out of his hand, grabbed his mace with the other, and hit the man over the head, knocking him out instantly. The Horsemen had perfected their tactics over the years, charging through the enemy lines, turning around and repeat. The heat of the situation, the desperateness of the Outlaws and his men could be felt through the air. The swinging and blocking of weapons, the breaking of skulls, all seemed all too real for a nobleman such as Roger. He felt his pace highten, his blood coursing through his veins like wind through gaps. Roger's men came back for him, cleaning out any last resisting forces. The total death toll was 9 Outlaws dead, while the rest were captured. Tied together with a single piece of Rope, they were towed behind the party.<br/><br/>Roger had the customary toast with his men. 'To our good health.' He would simply put.<br/><br/>They made their way to Suno, a mear 6 minute march from the battlegrounds, where they would sell these worthless maggots to the highest bidder.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Inside the tavern of Suno</span><br/>Rogee entered with 3 of his fellow horsemen and prisoners in tail. There was a mustached man, wearing a fur coat, who seemed to be gesturing to Roger. As they engaged in Conversation, Roger found out that he was a ransom broker, and was willing to pay 80 thaler for each of those scum. With this extra income, Roger managed to buy his Horsemen 2 weeks-worth of food. He went back to the main plaza of Suno, where he was looking to obtain more souls skilled at horsemenship to join his Horses. He set up shop; a small stool, a barrel for a table with his men nearby to advertise and 'help' if need be."
13160,Calradia: The Misery of a Land (Mount & Blade: Warband) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323805,2014-12-16T13:28:00,Liecthenbourg,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Dancing Goat, Veluca, Rhodok Republic</span><br/>Little stirred in the tavern, it was early morning and outside only occasional footsteps, the sound of smithies and the odd rickety carts breaking the silence of the city outside. Reginald slowly stepped down the stairs, each one creaking more loudly than the last. He approached the inn keeper, a burly fellow, red haired and jolly in his personality. He smiled broadly and automatically took queue, ordering the cooks in the tavern's kitchen to begin preparing breakfast alongside three cups of mead - a regular menu on the table at the Dancing Goat.<br/><br/>Reginald sat down and raised an eyebrow, last he heard from his companions was the previous night - Jeremus had commented he was going to do some jobs around the town, particularly volunteer work at the local hospital and Rolf, well, Rolf was doing what he did best; being Rolf. After a few moments, a stumbling was heard coming from the upstairs rooms and soon Rolf charged down the stairs, his chain-mail not slowing him down at all as he took a seat opposite his companion.<br/><br/>""Good morrow, Rolf"" Reginald stated as the swarthy fellow took the mead from the approaching waitress, gulping down the fine beverage of barley and wiping away at his mouth with his left sleeve once satisfied.<br/><br/>""Good morning, Sir"" he responded, sniffing the air like a wild dog at the smell of food, having become keenly interested in the large plates of roasted pork and beef, as well as vegetables being set on the table.<br/><br/>Here both compatriots ate for a few minutes, savouring the warm food with much gusto as they would soon be on the road again. Reginald, after having eaten his fair share dropped off the required payment by the inkeep, earning many ""Thank Yous"" and ""May God Bless You"" from the burly man behind the counter. A nod of appreciation was given and both he and Rolf walked out of the door towards their horses.<br/><br/>""Do you know where Jer-"" before Reginald could finish his sentence, they heard the sound of running as their friendly monk companion ran down the road, waving a parchment over excitedly in his hands.<br/><br/>""Sir, sir!"" Jeremus began, panting as he came to a stop.<br/><br/>""Yes?""<br/><br/>""The Sultun of the Sarrinids is hosting a grand tourney, all are invited.""<br/><br/>Reginald's face turned to that of an idea, he nodded in thanks for the message and put on his great helm once he had mounted his steed. The other two looked at eachother, unsure of what to do before their Captain made the remark.<br/><br/>""Mount up lads, we head for Shariz."""
13161,Calradia: The Misery of a Land (Mount & Blade: Warband) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323805,2014-12-16T14:08:00,Ontorisa,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Suno, Kingdom of Swadia<br/>Spring 1259<br/>Sergeant Darren Saris</span><br/><br/>The Raven's Call commander, a veteran captain who had served in the Swadian Armies as a mounted man-at-arms, stepped outside. He was about 5""11, medium build and held himself as an elite horseman who has never lost a duel before. He stood in his chainmail, with a leather coat over top to act as added armour along with his longsword sheathed at his side. He was Sir Gregory Denaris, knighted by his commander before he left to form the Raven's Call.<br/><br/>""What's this huh?"" Denaris spoke in Swalik perfectly, to the Swadian Page. ""My men were defending themselves against your so-called King's Men, who are nothing more than a small group of thugs trying to make some extra coins off of my soldiers.""<br/><br/>""Not according to this la-"" The page started before turning to present his witness, who had disappeared. ""Gods damn it, who's the fucker who was responsible for looking after her?""<br/><br/>The Swadian group shuffled nervously before Denaris smirked at this.<br/><br/>""Calling yourself a commander, boy?"" Denaris stepped forward in front of the Raven's Call before continuing in Swalik. ""This is how you command soldiers! Men of the Raven's Call! What is your duty?!""<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Hayamas coli demai tros cazasan!</span>"" The men shouted back in Izriana, without missing a beat.<br/><br/>""See?"" Denaris turned and grinned at the Swadian page. ""Now before we have to clean up more bodies, I suggest you leave.""<br/><br/>The page, clearly shaken, waved his hand and the Swadian began to back-off and started to redo their patrols.<br/><br/>""Good bullshitting boys, I didn't realize Hayamas sucked ass's cock."" Denaris laughed in Izriana before the group laughed histarically, except for one of the archers, who looked around in a mixture of humour and rage, looking for the man who came up with the saying."
13162,Calradia: The Misery of a Land (Mount & Blade: Warband) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323805,2014-12-18T14:13:00,Glasgia,"""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Sveže, možda samo nekoliko minuta. Tarifni severo-istok, u vetar - Ne u previše tempom, mogli bismo ga uhvatimo na prepad.</span>"" Fresh, maybe just a few minutes. Heading north-east, into the wind - Not at too much of a pace, we might catch it by surprise. Jaroslav's companion just nodded as the taller man knelt by the tracks. The two held bows in their hands, curved delicately yet strong, with quivers upon their backs and eyes scanning ahead. Rising, Jaroslav edged forward through the undergrowth with care for silence. A small copse lay ahead, concealing the river that had passed earlier, and it was upon there that the tracks led. Both hunters drew an arrow, awaiting the opportunity to strike.<br/><br/>A doe bend its head by the stream, sipping at the water's edge. She was healthy and strong, with sinewy muscles beneath her hide. Even as the hunter emerged at the copse's head, she remained unaware. With the wind downstream she was oblivious and Jaroslav knew as such, gently drawing back on his bowstring. The action was reflex after so many years and his strong shoulders adjusted to meet the target's direction. His hand wavered for a second, stilled and released.<br/><br/>Through skull and brain the arrow crashed, piercing into its victim. Jaroslav leapt forward, followed by his companion, and they grabbed the doe's it frantically kicked unable to process what had happened. In terror and agony it lashed out, yet Jaroslav calmly pressed his sabre to its throat and met it with silence. Blood trickled from both wounds now, but this was ignored as the hunters set to workk trussing the doe's legs and slinging her upon their backs.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><div align=""center"">Suno, Kingdom of Swadia</div></span></span><br/><br/>Jaroslav marched through the crowds, many of its members parting at the sight of the foreign warriors. His blood soaked hands only added to the effect as he towered above most, arrows and sabre a clear warning to those who might've otherwise crossed his path. A small following of men followed his path, each one dragging with them a collection of meat and corpses.<br/><br/>As they reached the market, Jaroslav turned to greet his man.<br/><br/>""Good to see you friend, you're still buying?"" The merchant nodded, peering past Jaroslav's giant shoulders to see the captured game. The company had been in Swadia for a far while now, learning its environment as they set their traps and hunted in the forests beyond Suno's walls. Though some remained empty, most yielded a range from rabbits to deer and the occasional fox or wolf who became ensnared - Something never greeted with pleasure by Jaroslav, the animal not of worth to him and therefore a loss of life in his eyes.<br/><br/>""If you are selling."" Jaroslav turned to his men and grasped a number of bags, placing them before the merchant. His hand wavered over the doe, one of two caught that day, before leaving it and leaving his wares as they were. The company retained a number of bodies, which they would skin and smoke themselves in the house that they rented.<br/><br/>""Five hundred denars for the lot?""<br/><br/>""Four hundred.""<br/><br/>""You starve my men at that price. Four-eighty and no less?""<br/><br/>""If I must."" The merchant shelled out the coins, placing them in a fabric pouch and passing them to Jaroslav who inspected them. Satisfied, he left without another word and his men began to march back to their lodgings with a lighter tow."
13163,Calradia: The Misery of a Land (Mount & Blade: Warband) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323805,2014-12-20T21:47:00,Cyrisnia,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">A Few Hours Later....</span></span></span><br/><br/>Wilech, and most of the general populace had just finished the noon prayer. By now it was somewhat hot outside, thankfully the coastal breeze negated that. By now most of the mercenaries had all gathered in one general area, and Sultan Hakim himself, royal guard in tow, stood upon a stage. Hakim gave a salute and a smile before promptly addressing the mercenaries:<br/>""Men, as you know, we are at war with the Khergits to the North. Our spies in the Khanate have reason to believe that they are planning an attack on Weyyah Castle to the North, while the majority of the Khergit force remains around Bariyye. We will send all willing men, along with Emir Biliya and Emir Lakhem to investigate this, and, if possible, attempt to aquire Unuzdaq Castle from the Khergits. All the loot that you find will be yours, along with an initial payment of 60 Denars per soldier. Thank you, and may the Creator Bless you all in your journeys. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Salemni makaleakum, dezi dohabah</span>.""<br/><br/>Hakim stepped down from the stage and walked back to the Palace, talking with Emir Biliya along the way. ""My lord,"" he said ""Why take Unuzdaq?' Hakim and Biliya stopped, Hakim putting his arm on Biliya's shoulder. ""Because, I'm concerned that the Rhodoks might try to attack our borders at the time. They recently left, and they could easily exploit that sense of ease along the borders. They take Weyyah while your forces are at Unuzdaq, and you can easily turn around and take it back. Simple, really. I do not know how you wouldn't. Haven't you paid attention with your tutors?"" Biliya said nothing for a few moments, before replying. ""No, my lord. My tutor was a Swadian. All I have learned is how to arrange my plate properly."" Both of them chuckled and headed back to the palace. The party would leave within a weeks time.</div></blockquote>"
13164,Calradia: The Misery of a Land (Mount & Blade: Warband) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323805,2014-12-26T22:21:00,Alcase,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Praven, Kingdom of Swadia</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Spring 1259</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Guildhouse, Pure Order of Swadia Capitol Post</span><br/><br/>""Your Eminence,"" Sir Aleksander said respectfully as he kneeled before his Grand Master, his armored knee pads clanking loudly on the stone floor of the guildhouse.<br/><br/>""Knight. What have you come to me for?"" Grand Master Smith replied, hastingly in a manner that would seem rude to most, but expected from liege to a bothersome page. Grand Master Smith was the leader of the Pure Order of Swadia. It is claimed by most that he attained the position quite suspiciously. Ostensibly, he rose to the position after a bloody battle with the Vaegirs in which he and the previous Grand Master fought together. Whether it was he who killed or simply witnessed, it was no important matter; Aleksander needed him to fulfill his dream of attaining the mantle of King over Swadia.<br/><br/>""I have collected your land's dues, eminence"" Aleksander replied, his head still bowed.<br/><br/>""Give that here,"" Smith snatched the purses from Aleksander's sides, ""now leave! I am busy!""<br/><br/>""As you wish, eminence"" Aleksander spoke respectfully; he dared not anger the Grand Master.<br/><br/>Alek rose before his master and, without facing his back to Smith, proceeded out the master's room and into the hallway, closing the door slowly as he left.<br/><br/>""Fucking pig, I should have him killed, too."" Alek spoke under his breath as he walked down the hall. The capitol post's guild-house was, surprisingly, not very large. It is usually expected for all buildings in the Kingdom's capital to be large and magnificent, but the only extravagance held by the Pure Order was a ramshackle castle located in the middle of Calradia; not unknown to the harshness of wars.<br/><br/>Nonetheless, it was Swadia's only Holy Order, and its state-sponsorship seemed to dwindle throughout the years. Only during wars did the Kings of Swadia call upon the Holy Knights, funding whatever project we needed, kissing our asses so that more and more of our men-at-arms would be the ones slaughtered while the Counts attended the Fat King's thousands of feasts. I was beginning to believe that even our Grand Master wanted the pig dead, but who knows what he<span style=""font-style: italic"">truly</span>desired. Yet, the Pure Order will not be able to act without allies. Potentially the Rhodoks, seen as natural allies, there will have to be some type of sponsorship from foreigners with whom the Holy Order may align itself.<br/><br/>For now, I will only be able to kiss ass, 'till Smith summons<span style=""font-style: italic"">us</span>to war.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Pure Swadian Order Barracks, Sir Aleksander's House</span><br/><br/>The barracks was an even worse place to be. There were hostels right next to the bunks, and it was a wonder why we even called ourselves the ""Pure"" Order of Swadia. The Rhodoks, whom we see as heretics, are far better than us at our own religion! In Aleksander's barrack-house was his low-tiered army, befeofed on him when he initially joined. He used to have more men-at-arms, in fact, if he remembered correctly his men-at-arms outnumbered his own company of archers, but 'twas no longer the case. When the other knights needed men-at-arms, it was Alek's party they took from. Now, Aleksander only had a veteran group of 17 men, with 3 new recruits (from the local fief village) and a beautiful young maiden that Aleksander had fell in love with during his travels in the land of the Vaegirs.<br/><br/>Most Western Swadians saw the Vaegirs as low-life, good-for-nothing, Khergits-in-training, but Aleksander mind was not so narrow. Alek fancied the Slavic women and, luckily, one once caught his eye. Although it was completely voluntary, Aleksander ""abducted"" the woman from her village. It was well known among his party members that their love was mutual, but it was not allowed; for she followed the Eastern religion and he was a knight of a Pure Order. It was forbidden love. Although unmarried, they still pleasure each other whenever they feel; and Aleksander has been known to retreat to their bedroom when he feels saddened or low. When he rises to power, it will be she who will hold the title of Empress.<br/><br/>OOC: I may jump from third person to first person randomly, and I am sorry for that."
13165,Calradia: The Misery of a Land (Mount & Blade: Warband) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323805,2014-12-29T05:12:00,Glasgia,"The bandit camp lay no more than a mile or so to the north-west, yet Jaroslav walked forward calmly through the woods. Beneath them, the road carved its way within a glen, following besides a trickling stream. Two hundred yards across, another band of his archers walked with him flanking the small ravine.<br/><br/>A noise ahead failed to startle any of the company, the Devil's Bowmen getting to work immediately at their signal. Ahead, just on the horizon, a group of bandits walked towards them unaware of their fate ahead. They made a slow pace forward, guiding with them supplies and presumably loot laden upon mules.<br/><br/>Already, the company had found their positions. This knowledge of their environment, the silence with which they moved - That was what had earned them their name, though another factor in their naming remained to show. Patiently now, Jaroslav knelt behind a fallen trunk, the notch of his arrow resting upon his bowstring. About ten more did the same around him, whilst a similar number waited in the other band of his men.<br/><br/>The bandits stopped. Just fifty yards away now, suddenly the man at point of their convoy turned to the others. In a harsh Swadian accent, he began to berate on of the others. His companion responded in kind, then attempted to grab the perpetrator. The two were pulled apart as other men rushed in to either contribute their shouts or place themselves between the arguers. Jaroslav barely stifled a laugh. He nodded to the lad next to him, no more than perhaps fifteen yet waiting amongst a war party of grown men. The lad raised both hands to his mouth and produced a cooing sound, as if of a wood pigeon.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Tri.</span>Jaroslav pulled gently back on the bowstring, relaxing his muscles in anticipation of the release.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Dva.</span>Silently, twenty five other bowmen readied their arrows and prepared to fire. Jaroslav had drawn the bowstring completely now, though his arrow still pointed towards the ground behind the cover of the trunk.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Jedan.</span>The Devil's Bowmen rose in unison, appearing from their cover. The bandits froze in their conflict, now aware of the threat. For them, it was too late. A volley of arrows pierced the stunned silence, crashing into muscle and bone. Skin was torn aside as the barbs of the arrows dived deep into their targets. Cries of agony were quickly silenced with another volley, now more scattered as the archers fired at their own rate. Every shaft ripped into its target with perfect accuracy and already, few were left to resist.<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Držite vatru!</span>"" Hold fire. The arrows ceased at the command and Jaroslav stepped forward, into the carnage. The ground was scattered with shafts, but for the most part their steel tips had penetrated the bandits - Though some still croaked, the accuracy found within that chaos meant that most remained silent. Drawing his sabre, he mercifully knelt down and sliced through any who moved. A hand wave brought forward his men, who began to search amongst the bodies and baggage train. They'd take what was of use to them, then sell anything valuable back in Suno. If they could identify the leader, his head could be presented to the city's guard and perhaps some reward might come of that - Otherwise, the reward was in trade."
13166,Calradia: The Misery of a Land (Mount & Blade: Warband) IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323805,2015-01-02T10:57:00,Cyrisnia,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">A few hours later...</span></span></span><br/><br/>Wilech walked down the steps of the Shariz goods merchant shop, carrying a small loaf of bread, quarter wheel of cheese, and a few apples. Wilech stopped at the bottom to put them in a small sack that hung on his waist before continuing on back towards the small section of tents and building by the norther part of the wall. Wilech approached the camp and sat down next to a group of fellow soldiers. ""Hello, did I miss anything important whilst I was away?"" said Wilech. ""Uhh...hm. Oh, yes!"" said one, ""There was this shopkeep, a brewer, I think, who was looking for you. He's from Mit Nun, I believe. He said something about Bandits trying to raid the village. He has kept asking where you were, Wilech. Seems we've already made ourselves some sort of local reputation."" Wilech lit up with excitement, ""We have? This is great! Where is he?"" The mercenary turned his head and leaned back, ""I think by the palm tree. Saros was speaking to him."" Wilech thanked the mercenary and jogged over towards the tree. They greeted each other and sat down with the Brewer. ""Thank you for coming,"" said the brewer, ""for the last two weeks our village has had a problem with bandits attempting to raid it. You see, we had a caravan pass by about the time it all started, and I believe they accidentally lead them there. We would like your help, but we need it fast. I don't believe we have much longer to hold out against them."" ""What of the payment?"" asked Wilech. The Brewer replied ""We will see what we can scavenge up afterwards, but we will pay you."" Wilech accepted the offer, and began to ready some of the company.</div></blockquote>"
13167,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818,2014-12-15T19:28:00,The New World Oceania,"<span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Rockefeller Plaza Elevator Incident</span></span><br/><hr/><br/><div style=""float: right;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Rockefeller Plaza Elevator Incident</span><br/><hr/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://s24.postimg.org/4in4mhagh/image.jpg""/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Victims O'Driscoll, Walker,<br/>Depleur, Steig, and Wolf<br/>prior to the incident.</span><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Location:</span> New York City;<br/><span style=""margin-left: 56px;""></span>Upper East Side;<br/><span style=""margin-left: 56px;""></span>GE Building <br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Date:</span> Tuesday, February 12, 2013<br/>9:14 am Feb. 12 — 11:11 am Feb. 14 (UTC-4)<br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Attack Types:</span> Elevator hijacking<br/><span style=""margin-left: 80px;""></span>Suicide bombing<br/><span style=""margin-left: 80px;""></span>Psychological warfare<br/><span style=""margin-left: 80px;""></span>Terrorism<br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Deaths:</span> [citation needed]<br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Non-Fatal Injuries:</span> [citation needed]<br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Perpetrator:</span> [citation needed]<br/><hr/></blockquote></div><br/><br/><div align=""left"">The <span style=""font-weight: bold"">Rockefeller Plaza Elevator Incident,</span> sometimes called the <span style=""font-weight: bold"">50 Hours Attack</span>, was a <a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Terrorism_in_the_United_States"" rel=""nofollow"">terrorist attack</a> launched by <span style=""background-color: black;"">[REDACTED]</span>, a [citation needed] upon the <a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/GE_Building"" rel=""nofollow"">GE Building</a> on Manhattan's <a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Upper_East_Side"" rel=""nofollow"">Upper East Side</a> on Tuesday, February 12 to Thursday, February 14, 2013. The attacks killed [citation needed] people and cost at least $6.5 million in property and infrastructure damage.<br/><br/>Present in the elevator were Steven Alexander McGanigan, 42, Rory O'Driscoll, 15, Tom Walker, 27, Scott Depleur, 42, Edward Taylor, 22, Knox Johanneson Stanforth, 14, Johanna Stieg, 28, Bob Dickson, 25, Charlotte Wolf, 29, and Anna bint Bahiyya, 29. At 9:14 am on the morning of February 12th, 2013, one of the 40 central core elevators was caught between the fortieth and forty-first floors. Due to the violent shaking of the elevator, technicians immediately severed power to the stuck elevator and all surrounding it.<br/><br/>Within moments of arriving, the fire department was alerted that a bomb had been placed near the elevator and would explode within 76 hours if the individual responsible for it was not killed within the allotted time. Due to the decision by technicians to cut power to the central core, law enforcement was unable to reach the stranded individuals. The individuals e͉̘̩̦͎͓̻͈̟̖͢͝͞͠ͅͅv̳̠͕͎͉̙̥̗̀͘͡e̴̞̬͍͈͚̮̤̕͢ń͎̺̺͠t̸̸̛͉̱̜̲̰̼̥̹̼̙̰͕̳͇͙̕͜ư̶̛̦̭͔̙̦̲͚͉̬͔̼̘͚̠̯̫͠a̜̯̬̲̝̻̰̥̯͍͇͚̕͟͜͡ͅͅļ̴̷̭͚͇͉̭͔̫͔̗̼̞̰̟̻̞͉͟͝ļ̵̬̰̻̻̙̻̺̖̗̱̲̺͉͇͎̤͓ỳ̵̢͈̩̙̗̖̖̙̦̀ ̙͖̙̳̩̤̣̟̹̙̤̼̪͙́̕̕ŕ̵̡̢̟͔̰̥̗̥͙̕é̸̢̳̳̖̝͚͚s̛͇̩͖̘̹̹̭͓̮̖͘ͅơ̷̡͏̢̝͎͈̲̰͖̟̘̺͈̠̰̬ͅr̵͢͠͏̖̪͇̥̩̫̦̼͎̬̙̠̻ͅţ̠͖̭e̸̡͇̺̠͇͉̗̼͉͈͘d̛͏̬̥͎̥̱͖̫͖̥̳͙ ̨̛͙̗̬̤̼̥͙͕͖̩̻͞ͅt̡͜͝҉̦̫̥̦͚͓̜̪̪͖̙̥̦̝o belil͗͆ͯͬͯ̊̓̒ͬ̀͢î͌̐ͩ͋͗͑͊͟e̡͊͒͗͑̈͒́͟l̶̵̡ͬͮ̚o̵͑͒̑ͬ͛͗̈́͟eͨͫv̛ͫ͗͢e̶̊̐̚d̡̐̍̽ͫ̔ͤͮ̿ͯ ͥ̒̈̍ͬ̂̃̉͌͘t̨̓̎̈́̿̽̉ͭh̵͊͐a̶ͯͫ҉t̅ͯ̎̽ͦͬ҉ ̅ͩͩͮͣ́r̨̄̈ͫͬ͐ͯ͝ȅ̵̎͝s̢̓̇ͯ̒̃p̵̴̨͂ͭͭ̔͋ͩͦo̡͒̑͗̂̀͢n̷͗̈͂̋ͯͩ̉҉͟s̎̈́̓̆̈̅̀̚̕͞iͯͫb͑l̾̂̾ͫ͝ęͮ̈́̇̑͛ ̷́̾̐̓̏̅͞ŵ̡̨̈̾͆̄̽͌̋ͧ̕ ͪ̄̇̂ͦ̊̈w̉͌aͬ̉̏̈́̈̒͋s̵ͪͦ̌ͧ̎̉</div><br/><br/><br/><hr/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">8:46 am, February 12, 2013</span></div><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div><span style=""font-style: italic"">Who defines terrorists? Today's terrorist is tomorrow's friend.</span><br/><div align=""right"">Al Sharpton</div></div></blockquote>"
13168,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818,2014-12-16T02:56:00,Aelford,Alright then. In character? Who's gonna start?
13169,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818,2014-12-16T11:15:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Knox Stanforth</span></span></div><br/>A well-dressed man poked his head out into the corridor of the GE Building's 65th Floor, looking about. Upon seeing who he was looking for, he stepped into the hallway and headed in the person's direction, avoiding a lady with a stack of fillers in her arms.<br/>It was a teenaged boy, engrossed in the story he was reading on his tablet computer. He wore a pair of earphones as he read his story, which made the man place his hands on his hips and frown.<br/><br/>""How can you read and be listening to music all at the same time, Knox?"" he asked, causing the boy to jump off his seat and tear the earphones away from his head. He smiled nervously as he looked up.<br/><br/>""Ummm... I wasn't listening to anything..."" he lied, wrapping the device around his finger and pushing it into his left pocket. The man continued frowning, but giggled after a moment and knelt down to give the kid a hug. He was his son, after all. The boy couldn't help but chuckle himself, recognizing his father's playful manner of discipline. It was effective, though funny.<br/><br/>""So, what're you here for? Cassie told me you wanted to see me?"" the man then asked, getting back up as Knox knelt down to return the tablet back into his checkered backpack. He spoke only after the zipper on the pack was firmly against the other end that made it close.<br/><br/>""Well, there's this new book out... And I'd like to read it. The problem is, dad... I spent all my allowance on last week's Chemistry Project. Could I have some money to buy it?"" explained Knox, making small gestures to emphasize how much he wanted the book and how irritated he was that his allowance went to waste on a project that didn't even have a big enough effect on his overall Chemistry marks.<br/><br/>Knox's father sighed and shrugged. This was perfectly normal. At least his son wasn't like Rob, his co-worker's son, who quite frequently asked for video games to play on his Xbox and his Playstation. He reached into his back pocket and brought out a stuffed black leather wallet. Knox loosened up slightly to know that his father was willing to help with the book. As he opened his wallet, looking for bills, dad asked, ""How much d'you need then?""<br/><br/>""7.99, dad."" replied Knox, clasping his hands together behind his back. He really wasn't too eager. If his dad said no, then that was it. No meant no. But that's not saying he could get it later on. His father liked that he preferred books over games, after all. Though the laptop was a problem. He spent too much time reading and writing on it than was needed. Anyway, dad handed Knox the amount he needed and ruffled his hair.<br/><br/>""Go on now, I've still got work to do until this evening. Tell mom for me, will you?"" he said, grinning, as he turned back to his office where a young woman, Cassie, now stood. She had a phone in her hand.<br/><br/>Knox only nodded and pocketed the money, waiting first for his dad to get back to the office before he left. Once the door closed, he turned around and started walking. He headed out of the lawfirm's office area and into the outer corridors, where he hastily chose an elevator. As he waited, he flipped his bangs and took his earphones out again, connecting them to his old, old, inefficient iPod. It still worked, so why not keep with using it? Just as a pop-electronica song started playing, the elevator doors opened, and the teen stepped inside..."
13170,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818,2014-12-16T12:05:00,Jessjohnesik,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Johanna Stieg</span><br/><br/>Reading a newly published scientific paper about life on Europa on her iPad, Johanna cared little about what was happening around her. Her biggest concern so far would be not to bump into another person as her attention was concentrated on the tablet's screen. She avoided the problem by not abstracting from reality and keeping her tablet in such a way that her peripheral vision would be able to see passing by humans. Johanna understood however that she can't drown herself in the paper as she still has a meeting to attend and that she had to register at the reception. Her reading something on a tablet while talking to the receptionist would be plain rude. <br/><br/>In a matter of almost seconds, in reality more than a minute, Johanna had found her way into the building. She would proceed to put away her iPad, after which she was already observing the interior and searching for the reception desk. Her tall stature of 1.77 metres put her at a somewhat advantageous point of observation. Fixing her glasses and putting away her light brown hair with purple highlights behind her ear, Johanna continued to the reception desk, her light green eyes fixed in its direction. She was dressed very formally, wearing an elegant suit and black pants, as well as low platform formal Ecco shoes. Her expression was completely devoid of all emotion, so much that one wouldn't even quite understand that the expression lacks emotion, as that would be somewhat an expression as well. <br/><br/>A slight, just friendly enough, smile would crawl over Johanna's face as she would start speaking with the receptionist, so as to not be rude or appear as an emotionless serial killer. <br/><br/>""Johanna Stieg. I'm here for a meeting. I believe the rest of the information is noted somewhere."" She stated to the receptionist, a Hispanic woman in her mid thirties, who nodded in agreement and said some words. <br/><br/>Just as she reached the elevator and pressed the button, her phone rang, the caller appearing to be as one of her German colleagues, Dorothea Shröder. <br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Ja?</span>"" Johanna asked as she promptly answered the call, stepping aside so as to not prevent other people from standing near the elevator.</div>"
13171,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818,2014-12-16T12:50:00,Krytonus,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Rory O'Driscoll</span></span></div><br/><br/>God, it was cold today. I had been hoping that the temperature would have been going back up again now that it was (technically) Spring, but it was still freezing cold. Even back in Ireland it would be warming up. My breath billowed out in front of me as I made my way down the crowded street. According to the weather guy, it was going to get warmer later today, so obviously I hadn't brought my jacket or my hat or anything remotely helpful, and by the time I was leaving the building it was too late to go back. Still, it was better than School. I rubbed my hands together, in the hopes of preventing frostbite. I was lucky I lived so close to the GE Building, just a few blocks away. It was also pretty lucky I had not slept through my alarm. I<span style=""font-style: italic"">needed</span>this job experience. With me in my backpack I had my laptop, contained in it all of my work and reports and whatever I felt would be useful. I also had the recommendation from my English teacher and my written application, detailing why I should get the job, as well as my somewhat beaten<span style=""font-style: italic"">Nintendo 3DS.</span>The XL model, naturally. I didn't know how long I'd be waiting, if I even had to wait.<br/><br/>I stopped along the way for a hot-dog (amazing how early the vendors start selling) and was now just a block away. I hadn't had time for breakfast, so I quickly demolished the hot-dog, not a single onion escaping my hunger. I tossed the napkins into a bin-<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">You live in New York, it's a trash can now.</span><br/>-trash can and pulled on my headphones, setting my old iPhone to shuffle. My ears were suddenly greeted by<a class=""postlink"" href=""https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qKggnBh2Mdw"" rel=""nofollow""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Highway to Hell</span></a>, blaring out on full volume. I let out a sort of mix between a yelp and a whimper, and desperately fumbled around my pocket to turn it down. I let out a relieved sigh as the music dropped to a bearable level. I let out a quick ""Sorry"" to the businessman I had almost crashed into, pulled my hood up and checked my digital watch.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">8:56.</span><br/>The interview wasn't until twenty-past, but I wanted to make sure I got there fast. I pulled up my hood, plunged my hands in my pocket and picked up the pace."
13172,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818,2014-12-16T14:35:00,Neo-Chicago,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Tom Walker</span></span></div><br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 50px;"">Tom parked a block or two away from the GE Building, which was actually pretty good considering it was around rush hour. Popping the trunk, he retrieved his</span>briefcase from it. There wasn't really a reason to have it; just force of habit, really. He slammed the trunk down, and locked the doors to his Mustang. It didn't take long for him to walk to the building, and he supposed he had about twenty or so minutes before they would be expecting him on the 55th floor. Walker approached the desk, which was an unnecessary movement, considering the receptionist was so apathetic she didn't even spare him a glance. ""Yeah, just go up, Mr. Walker. They're expecting you."" she said to him.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 50px;"">Attempting to push up his glasses for a moment, he laughed and stopped himself. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Well, old habits die hard, I suppose. Still getting used to these contacts.</span> he thought</span>to himself. For a moment, Tom was unable to find any way upstairs, until he arrived at the area of the stairs and elevators. He considered taking the stairs for a moment, but thought better of it. Tom was all for exercise, but fifty-five stories seemed a bit much. So, he decided on the elevator, although he never really liked elevators. Ever since he was a kid, Tom always had a subconscious fear that was to the effect of<span style=""font-style: italic"">What if this thing just stops? Oh god, what if I suffocate in here?</span>, although he wasn't even claustrophobic. He stood and waited for the elevator, which he felt was taking an annoying amount of time. Running a comb through his hair, he tapped his foot impatiently. ""Finally."" he said as it arrived. Tom was pleasantly surprised to find it somewhat empty. Then again, empty takes on an entirely new meaning when you're used to taking a courtroom elevator most of the time. He straightened his tie, and stepped into the elevator, the doors closing behind him..."
13173,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818,2014-12-16T14:36:00,New Jordslag,"Walking down the hallway of the 65th floor of the GE building, Taylor pretended to pay attention to the hallway, while secretly talking to his Father on his Phone. His Father had always been old-fashioned; He wanted Taylor to follow exactly in his footsteps. After Taylor refused and instead took a Tech course in College, he and his Father had stopped talking for a while. Finally, just as he was about to take the job, his father gave up. He still didn't fully accept that his son wanted a job involving Computers, but at least he would talk to him now.<br/><br/>He spotted an Elevator. Deciding to not walk up the stairs anymore, he ended the call and put away his Phone and started walking to it. After stepping inside and pressing a button, and glancing at the three or four other people in the elevator, he flashed back to a scene with one of his siblings, from the past: '<span style=""font-style: italic"">Taylor walked along the sidewalk, 11, with his 7 year old little sister. They were out walking one of their Father's many dogs. His sister spotted an ice Cream stand and begged Taylor to buy her some Ice Cream from it. Reluctantly, he did, with his own pocket money. He had always doted on his little sister. ""Thanks Big Brother!"" His little sister said, then skipped across the street without him. A second later, a Truck rolled over her, and she was gone.</span>' He shuddered at the memory.<br/><br/>'<span style=""font-style: italic"">If only I hadn't bought her that Ice Cream,</span>' He thought, feeling bad about what he did, '<span style=""font-style: italic"">She wouldn't be gone, and I wouldn't be alone in the family.</span>' Then, trying to escape that inescapable memory, Taylor started playing a video game on his Phone."
13174,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818,2014-12-16T19:50:00,Aelford,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bob Dickson</span><br/><br/>Bob came out of the toilet, giving a sigh of relief. The massive sized Mango Smoothie from his Lunch filled his bladder to the brim, and he spent 10 agonising minutes looking for the toilet. Surprisingly, there weren't any around, even in the restaurant, but he found one in the Rockefeller Plaza and used it. While in the toilet, waiting for his dump to arrive, he whipped out his phone and texted his buddy at University.<br/><br/>""hey man, I'm at Rockefeller Plaza. Whats to do there?""<br/>""oh thats cool man. what you mean?<img alt="":?:"" src=""./images/smilies/icon_question.gif"" title=""Question""/>""<br/>""like entertainment? views or something?""<br/>""oh yeah. Maybe check out the view on top or something. Take a photo for me. k？""<br/>“haha. all you want are pictures from rooftops. lol""<br/>""well, come on! Im a photographer. what u expect?""<br/>""oh alright. i'll be back tomorrow.""<br/>""oh cool. c u tmr then""<br/>""yeah bye""<br/><br/>Bob quit his Texting App and took a look at the Battery Indicator. It read ""0%"". ""What the hell?"" Bob thought. He activated sleep mode, shook it and when nothing happened whacked it. Then it read a normal percentage of 78%. ""Damn, I got to get the phone fixed."" he thought. He put the phone away and walked out of the cubicle.<br/><br/>He decided to go to the top of Rockefeller Plaza, to look at the view and perhaps take a photo or two for his buddy. He walked out and spotted the elevators, rushing in just in time as they were about to close. ""Sorry!""he said to the people inside."
13175,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818,2014-12-17T14:02:00,The Almighty Bob,"<div align=""Center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Steven Alexander McGanigan</span></span></div><br/>A man in a clean suit and dark blue tie walked down the hall impatiently. He was on his way to a job interview and he was already late. He'd had the wrong floor, so now he had to go back down. He sprinted over to an elevator that was about to close,briefcase trailing behind him, and said ""Hold the door, please!"" Someone stuck out their arm and he jumped in. ""Whew. Thanks."" He looked around at the various people within."
13176,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818,2014-12-17T15:53:00,Krytonus,"<div align=""center""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Rory O'Driscoll</span></span></div><br/><br/>I pull down my hood and slip off my headphones as I enter the lobby. I guess it's nice, pretty standard in terms of lobbies. Potted plants, modern art and a slightly-faded carpet. An elevator is just closing.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Shit.</span><br/>""Wait!"" I shout, dashing across the lobby. I manage to slip my hand between the doors, opening the doors fully and allowing me in. I push the button for floor Forty-two, slip in my headphones and lean back, sighing. Today would be a good day.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">I will get that job.</span>"
13177,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818,2014-12-20T11:43:00,Cylarn,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 130%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Lieutenant-Colonel Scott Depleur</span></span></div><br/><br/>A black Escalade pulled up to the front of the GE Building, with the right side rear passenger door opening to reveal Army officer Scott Depleur emerging from the vehicle. A black trenchcoat with one silver oak leaf on each of his shoulder epaulettes concealed a well-decorated service uniform, and he wore a black beret on his head, emblazoned with a blue shield that contained yet another oak leaf in the center. In his left hand, he carried a black briefcase as he swiftly strode towards the building. The 20-year veteran was en route to an important meeting at the GE Building, involving a conference between various government officials, defense contractors, and other diplomats who would be discussing the planning and logistics of an operation involving the usage of private military contractors in support of a sensitive operation in eastern Afghanistan. Previously an infantry Battalion Commander, Scott had been appointed as the S3 (Operations Officer) for a certain Colonel Stewart Hagan, who was the Army's representative for the meeting, as well as the commander of the force that would be launching the operation. Scott was late, partly due to his flight from Burlington, Vermont becoming delayed by inclement weather.<br/><br/>On the outside, the officer appeared calm, though rage was boiling inside of him. Army officers were never late, and in his 20 years of service to the US Army, he had never once been late to a formation, briefing, or other important engagement. He had literally killed for his country, he had commanded men in combat numerous times before, and he bled on several occasions for the US; he guessed that being late to the meeting would be his downfall, of all things. The Army was changing, and they were looking for any excuse to clean house, regardless of who fucked up and why. Even if he wasn't fired, the Army had its ways of pressuring him into early retirement. A letter from Colonel Hagan could thank him for his exemplary service and offer him the Legion of Merit before concluding with a request for a resignation from his commission, or the brass could maneuver promotion billets and promotion factors in such a way that Scott would be doomed to remain as a Lieutenant-Colonel for the remainder of his career. Many would be confused by this, unless they saw what was in the briefcase.<br/><br/>He entered the building, and appreciated the change in temperature as he removed his beret, sticking it in his coat pocket. Although NYC wasn't as bitterly cold as Jericho, cold was still cold, and he preferred heated spaces over the blistering cold. He approached the reception desk, while simultaneously removing his trench coat and tucking it under his left arm, showing off the impressive rack of ribbons, badges, and other decorations that he had received. He smiled at the rather cute Hispanic lady working the desk, and began to speak.<br/><br/>""Scott Depleur,"" he said. ""I'm here for the Individual Ascertation Committee Meeting (the government enjoyed disguising important conferences with vague names).""<br/><br/>The receptionist took a moment, looking through the attendee list for the meeting. She then looked towards the black nametag on Scott's uniform and gave a nod.<br/><br/>""Colonel Depleur, you're on the list,"" the receptionist said, speaking with a dialect that Scott determined to originate from Colombia. ""Colonel Hagan has been calling the desk, asking if you had shown up. I will call him and let him know.""<br/><br/>""That would be best, ma'am,"" Scott said in response.<br/><br/>""Have a good day, Colonel,"" she said, giving Scott a parting smile as he moved towards the elevator.<br/><br/>As he moved towards the elevators, the only available one was closing its doors. Scott wasn't going to be any more late than he already was, so he utilized his surprising finesse and bolted forward through the crowd of businessmen. Within a second or two, the denizens of the elevator would see the closing of the door interrupted by a black-sleeved arm coming between the closing doors. Scott grunted a bit as the doors squeezed his wedged arm, and he immediately dropped his briefcase and trenchcoat, throwing his left arm into the mix. With both hands at play, he began to force the doors open, up until they complied with the man and fully opened. He took a moment to straight his uniform and give a smirk to his fellow passengers, and he proceeded to pick up his items before entering the elevator. Scott pressed the button for the 50th Floor, and moved towards the back of the space.<br/><br/>""Good morning, folks,"" he said to his fellow passengers."
13178,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818,2014-12-20T12:27:00,The New World Oceania,"<hr/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">9:09 am, February 12, 2013</span></div><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div><span style=""font-style: italic"">Every terrorist regime in the world uses isolation to break people's spirits.</span><br/><div align=""right"">Bell Hooks</div></div></blockquote>"
13179,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818,2014-12-20T14:48:00,Jessjohnesik,"Johanna had eventually stepped into the elevator once it arrived, still on the phone. Subconsciously, she had somewhat anti socially placed herself in the elevator's corner, while also saying little over the line, her colleague supporting almost the entirely of the conversation up to this point. For some reason, her phone was loosing signal, which seemed relatively odd to have started happening in the elevator of a modern building. Or at least, that's what she thought.<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Dorothea, ich kann Sie nicht hören. Wir werden später darüber reden.</span>Johanna said in response to the weaker signal, in a somewhat quiet voice. She did so to avoid getting glances from the Americans, who obviously didn't know German. Stieg generally wasn't fond of attention in most cases, but would ignore any should it exist.<br/><br/>With that, Shröder promptly ended the call and Johanna put her smartphone away, instead taking out the iPad and continuing to read the scientific paper, the subject of which has greatly interested Stieg over the las couple of weeks, starting with her intensified research into the subject and meeting with ESA scientists."
13180,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818,2014-12-20T15:53:00,Neo-Chicago,"<span style=""margin-left: 50px;""></span>Tom had been rapidly pushing the door close button when yet another person entered. The teenager had put his hand in so close to the closing for a second Tom thought that the hand was going to be mutilated. Unfortunately, it wasn't, and the boy shoved his way in front of Tom, clicking the floor 42 button.<span style=""font-style: italic"">What an annoying move. At least I don't have to go below that floor.</span>Right before the teen had shoved his way inside, some other guy had walked in. Walker had wanted to tear the glasses off of that smug asshole's face.<span style=""font-style: italic"">What an annoying move. At least I don't have to go below that floor.</span>Tom thought to himself, his mind going back to the teen. He remembered that hating other people would get you nowhere in life, and Tom decided to get rid of his existing prejudices, as well as deciding against making a sarcastic comment to the teenager. To his surpise, however ANOTHER person shoved their hand in the door, and that was about his breaking point. ""Seriously?!? Just let us leave already, I have to get somewhere. I swear to god, if one more person shoves their way in here, I am going to literally tear their head off!"" he bellowed.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 50px;""></span>He was now hyperventilating, and examined the funny looks the other seven or eight people in the elevator were giving him. ""Sorry."" he said sheepishly, and he slouched again the elevator wall. Tom just wished these people would show common courtesy, like the man who had asked for one of them to hold the door. He pulled out his Android phone, which showed 87 percent battery life left. He turned it off, since he had left the charger at home. The teen pressed the 42 button once more, and Tom just wanted this elevator ride to be over. He looked up above the doors, and saw the numbers going up. 29, 30, 31, 32, 33...<span style=""font-style: italic"">Just get their already!</span>...34, 35, 36, 37... At this point Tom felt as though he might even have a nervous breakdown, possibly some sort of panic attack. ...38, 39, 40-. Suddenly, a large metal thunk reverberated through the elevator car, followed by the elevator completely stopping. ""It's fine, it's fine... this happens often, it'll probably be back on in a second."" he said to the others in the elevator, although he felt as though he was saying it to calm himself more than others. And that's when the lights went out."
13181,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818,2014-12-20T17:07:00,Krytonus,"<div align=""center""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Rory O'Driscoll</span></span></div><br/><br/>I say nothing as I stand in one corner and that ridiculous man rants about those entering the elevator. I just preoccupy myself by playing on my phone. my battered old iPhone 4 slowly loading<span style=""font-style: italic"">Angry Birds.</span>I try to ignore the other passengers, especially that angry one, who was now hyperventilating.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">At least I won't be here long.</span><br/>I let out a sigh and lean back against the wall of the elevator, focusing on completing the level I'm about to obliterate the last pesky pig when there's was a worrying clunk as the elevator shudders to a stop. Angry starts spurting some worried nonsense that I don't hear and I turn to press the call button, but suddenly the light flicks out and we're left stuck in the darkness.<br/>""Well, this is annoying."" I remark as I flick on my phone's torch. I press the help button a few times, worrying pricking in my mind.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">I can't miss that interview.</span><br/>""We'll be fine. Longest we'll be in here, probably about twenty minutes. Worst comes to worst, they can open the doors and we get out between floors. No<span style=""font-style: italic"">problemo</span>.""<br/>I say to try and comfort the guy from before. I hope he's not claustrophobic."
13182,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818,2014-12-21T00:38:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Knox Stanforth</span></span></div><br/>The elevator Knox was in started to head down, but he'd forgotten to get off on the ground floor. It was stupid, yeah. All because of the damn earphones and the loud music. So the boy took his earphones off for the last time and stowed them away in his bag. As he was closing the zipper on his backpack there was some really angry person on one corner of the elevator, though he apologized after his outburst. Since he was a nice kid anyway, Knox shrugged it off and stood back up. He sighed softly and leaned against the wall behind him. And that's when the elevator stopped, and the lights flickered out. Knox stood back up straight, startled. His eyes were glued to the ceiling as he silently urged the elevator to start moving again.<br/><br/>Then seconds passed, and the elevator car didn't budge even an inch. Knox bit his lip as tears began to form in his eyes. It was dark, tight, and very quiet. This had never happened to him before in other elevators. This is really the first time. But it's alright. The assuring words that the other people said were ineffective on Knox. He bit back more tears as he once again leaned against the elevator walls and clutched the straps on his pack tighter than he had ever done in his life. What was going on, anyway? Maybe the elevator was overloaded? But no one would be able to get off now that the doors were shut and there was no power. What if the cable that held the elevator up snapped? Slowly, Knox squirmed out of his pack's straps and took his phone out. He'd be ready to dial a number if it was needed. But he kept it off until the time came."
13183,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818,2014-12-21T04:05:00,Jessjohnesik,"Johanna was just a startled by the sudden stop as the others. Her eyes were also somewhat strained by the unanticipated absence of light. She didn't panic however, Johanna well understood that the cables couldn't just 'snap'. The modern design of the elevators made them highly safe for their occupants. The chances of dying in such situation were too low for Stieg to seriously consider them. Which is why instead of letting fear plague her consciousness, Johanna took out her iPad and shined it in the elevator, with the maximum brightness. Although this had little practical use, Johanna thought this would make the situation somewhat better, somehow.<br/><br/>In the light, Johanna quickly observed the other passengers, to see if any could've somehow gotten hurt. Not that she cared too much, but rather out of basic societal principles and rules. In any case, the light would have to be turned on soon, if not immediately.<br/><br/>""I hope the technicians and whatnot understand that some of us don't quite want to be late."" Johanna said out loud in a calm tone."
13184,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818,2014-12-21T10:19:00,Neo-Chicago,"<span style=""margin-left: 50px;""></span>One of the other passengers was shining a light right in his face, but Tom thought better than to yell at her about it or something. After all, if he was going to be stuck in an elevator with these people, it didn't seem like a good idea to get on any of their bad sides. Well, at least not immediately, anyway. Tom was really becoming scared at this point. ""You know, I saw a video where some guy got stuck in an express elevator that only went to the bottom floor and some of the top floors. These type of elevators usually have security cameras."" he rationed. Tom looked around the upper corners of the elevators, and just assumed that the camera was really well hidden. He waved his arms around, and yelled ""Hey! Is anybody listening to this? Can anyone see us?"". When no response came, Tom assumed that it was either no use, or this elevator had no intercom. He sank to the elevator floor, and began to bang his head against the elevator wall.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 50px;""></span>At that point, Tom realized what one of the other passengers had said, about getting out between floors. ""Wait, how exactly would we get out<span style=""font-style: italic"">between floors</span>?"" he asked, completely baffled at whatever the teenager meant. He took out a pill bottle which contained anxiety medicine, and swallowed one. It was a good thing he had gotten a refill yesterday, now that he thought about it. It was at this point that he practically facepalmed, and realized he had a phone. Then again, how stupid would these security people be, not to notice the fact that there were a bunch of people stuck in one of their elevators? Tom decided this would be a good time to address the other passengers, considering he didn't even know any of their names. ""Well, if we're in here long enough, I'm going to call somebody. I have a feeling that we might have to get used to each other soon, so let's each introduce ourselves. I'm Tom Walker, and I'm a prosecuting attorney."""
13185,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818,2014-12-21T10:45:00,The New World Oceania,"<div align=""center""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Emergency Operator Transcript, Line 118, New York PSAP</span></div><br/>[09:15] == Phase II [enter] Location Database Void<br/>[09:15] == Selective Router Assigned [CADS transfer]<br/>[09:15] == E-Operator Line 118/Call ==<span style=""font-weight: bold"">(212) 245-9882</span><hr/>[09:15] <118> 911, what is your emergency?<br/>[09:15] <2122459882_> Elevator 17 in 30 Rockefeller Plaza is stopped.<br/>[09:16] <118> Alright, are you in the elevator?<br/>[09:16] <2122459882_> No.<br/>[09:16] <118> Has the building's management been alerted?<br/>[09:16] <2122459882_> No.<br/>[09:16] <118> Okay, you're at 30 Rockefeller Plaza?<br/>[09:16] <2122459882_> I don't think they want to know.<br/>[09:16] <118> Sorry, what was that?<br/>[09:16] <2122459882_> There's a bomb in the elevator.<br/>[09:17] <118> I need you to stay on the line with me. There's a bomb in the elevator?<br/>[09:17] <2122459882_> That's what I said. [inaudible]<br/>[09:17] <118> How are you aware of this?<br/>[09:17] <2122459882_> The bomb-setter is in the elevator.<br/>[09:17] <118> Hold on, I need to [inaudible]<br/>[09:17] <2122459882_> It will detonate at 2:09 p.m. on February 15th.<br/>[09:18] == Dispatch [ip] order, Station 16 Rockefeller<br/>[09:18] <118> If you could stay on the line, I'm alerting dispatchers now. Remain<br/>[09:18] <2122459882_> If the bomb-setter is killed the bomb will not detonate. The elevator will [inaudible]<br/>[09:18] == Dispatch [r] entry request [18-9-88-16L4 Rkflr\\]\wait<br/>[09:18] == 18-9-88-16L4 rkflr [onhold] [redirect CADS transfer]<br/>[09:18] <118> Okay, just stay on the line.<br/>[09:18] <2122459882_> I can't do that.<br/>[09:19] <118> Sorry? I need<br/>[09:19] == Phase II [endcall]<br/>[09:19] == Selective Router [open]<br/>[09:19] == E-Operator Line 118/open<br/>[09:19] <118> [inaudible]<br/>[09:19] == Line 118 [transfer]<br/>[09:19] == Rerouting to E9 Supervisor<br/>[09:19] == Emergency Dispatcher Sup. E9/Direct ==<span style=""font-weight: bold"">L118</span><br/>[09:19] <118_> Rick, I have a caller threatening to bomb an elevator.<br/>[09:19] <E9> Were they dispatched?<br/>[09:19] <118_> They hung up, dispatchers notified.<br/>[09:19] <E9> I'm getting the transcript<br/>[09:20] <118_> Rockefeller 16 was dispatched.<br/>[09:20] <E9> We need the bomb squad, NY Fire, and SWAT. Get fire, I'll dispatch [inaudible] others.<hr/>[09:20] == L118 [endcall] /cut<br/>[09:20] == E9/redirect\\waitall<br/>[09:20] == Dispatch [r-asap] call request [1418-9 BMB SQD NYC\\]/immd [root\E9 NYPSAP]<br/>[09:21] == Dispatch [r-asap] call request [rkflrFDNY 18-18-18-906-4\\]/immd [root\L118 NYPSAP]<br/>[09:21] == 1418-9 BMBSQDNYC [active] [dispatch/E9]<br/>[09:21] == Dispatch [r-asap] call request [NYSWAT-002\\]/immd [root\E9 NYPSAP]<br/>[09:21] == rkflrFDNY 18-18-18-906-4 [onhold] [rerun r-asap]/immd<br/>[09:21] == rkflrFDNY 18-18-18-906-4 [active] [dispatch/L118]<br/>[09:21] == NYSWAT-002 [active] [dispatch/E9]<br/><hr/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div><span style=""font-style: italic"">There’s new strategy coming in. It’ll be Molotov cocktails this month, hand<br/>grenades next month, and something else next month. It’ll be ballots or it’ll be<br/>bullets. It’ll be liberty or it will be death. The only difference about this kind of<br/>death — it’ll be reciprocal.</span><br/><div align=""right"">Malcolm X</div></div></blockquote>"
13186,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818,2014-12-21T11:26:00,Cylarn,"Scott ignored the man's complaints after he had forcibly entered the elevator. He had more important things to worry about at the moment, though he was dreading what would happen next. More than likely, Colonel Hagan and the rest of the staff were glaring right at the door, waiting to grab the S3 as soon as he entered that floor. It seemed as though he was embarrassing the Army, especially when the elevator chose to ruin his day by shutting down abruptly. He almost jumped a little bit, as the shudder reminded him of the way that munitions would shatter the ground. The lights went out, and he began to chuckle. To be truthful, it was quite hilarious that the elevator would be in on the complex conspiracy to bring down Scott's Army career.<br/><br/>Everyone began to talk, and it seemed everyone was in the same boat. One of the passengers, a guy named Tom, suggested that everyone introduce themselves. Scott sighed, and decided that there was no harm in such a thing.<br/><br/>""Scott Depleur,"" he said. ""I'm in the Army. I guess we're all late for something, but I will climb all the way up to the goddamn 50th Floor if I have to."""
13187,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818,2014-12-21T20:41:00,The Almighty Bob,"<blockquote><div><cite>Cylarn <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323818&amp;p=22868351#p22868351"">wrote</a>:</cite>Scott ignored the man's complaints after he had forcibly entered the elevator. He had more important things to worry about at the moment, though he was dreading what would happen next. More than likely, Colonel Hagan and the rest of the staff were glaring right at the door, waiting to grab the S3 as soon as he entered that floor. It seemed as though he was embarrassing the Army, especially when the elevator chose to ruin his day by shutting down abruptly. He almost jumped a little bit, as the shudder reminded him of the way that munitions would shatter the ground. The lights went out, and he began to chuckle. To be truthful, it was quite hilarious that the elevator would be in on the complex conspiracy to bring down Scott's Army career.<br/><br/>Everyone began to talk, and it seemed everyone was in the same boat. One of the passengers, a guy named Tom, suggested that everyone introduce themselves. Scott sighed, and decided that there was no harm in such a thing.<br/><br/>""Scott Depleur,"" he said. ""I'm in the Army. I guess we're all late for something, but I will climb all the way up to the goddamn 50th Floor if I have to.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Hi, everybody. Name's Steven Alexander McGanigan,"" said Steve, doing a little flourish with his cane, ""but you can call me Steve. I hope we get out of this soon. We're all in this together, and as long as we don't start eating each other, we should be fine."" He gave an awkward laugh and coughed. ""Well, let's take inventory. How many of us have phones or flashlights?"""
13188,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818,2014-12-22T01:42:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Knox Stanforth</span></span></div><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Tom Walker, Scott Depleur, and Something-something McGanigan. Alright.</span><br/>Knox repeated the names over just so he wouldn't forget or confuse one person with the other. He decided to wait for the others to introduce themselves before he did so. But someone, Mister McGanigan in particular, asked for an inventory of phones and lights. Knox quickly raised his phone, hoping someone would notice him, being short and young... But no one saw. They were looking at each other and elsewhere. So he decided to speak up.<br/><br/>""Uhmm... I-I've got a phone."" he said softly, showing the backside of his phone, noticing how Tom seemed irritated with someone shining lights at him."
13189,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818,2014-12-22T02:37:00,Aelford,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bob Dickson</span></div><br/><br/>Bob responded by taking off his hoodie and taking out his smartphone, when the kid spoke up as well. ""Wow. He's so young. He's the youngest so he'll probably be the most frightened here. No wonder."" he thought.<br/><br/>""Alright guys. I guess we're all stuck here for a little while. My name's Bob Dickson."" he said, to the snickering of some people. ""Yes,"" he thought, ""What a horrible name to be given. But having people laugh at my name is better than them panicking in the dark and possibly dying from a heart attack.""<br/><br/>""Gosh. So if the tech guys don't save us soon, we'll have to bust our way out or something, right?"" Bob said, trying to lighten the mood, especially with the glowering army guy, Scott Depleur, who seemed to want any excuse to get pissed off or something."
13190,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818,2014-12-22T04:38:00,Krytonus,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Rory O'Driscoll</span></span></div><br/><br/>""Rory O'Driscoll, hi. As you can see, I've got a phone. I've also got a Swiss army knife, if that helps. I get paranoid."" I announced as I rummage around my bag.<br/>""Aha!"" I exclaim as my hand grips my Swiss, and I pull it out. It takes me a little while to pull out the fiddled screwdriver attachment. I get down on my hunkers, waving around my phone to try and find the screws under the button panel. The light flashed over a small panel with four screws.<br/>""Bingo."" I whisper as I apply the screwdriver to the first screw, but it doesn't work. I focus the light more on the screw. The screwdriver won't work on a screw like this. It's too big for the job.<br/>""Anybody got a screwdriver?"""
13191,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818,2014-12-22T10:06:00,Jessjohnesik,"Johanna was caught off guard by the sudden activity in the elevator. Not that she wasn't for human cooperation, rather her introversion being harmed by the surge of social activity made her...irritated? Stieg wasn't quite sure what she felt, but what she knew is that those feelings weren't too positive. Questions ran through her mind as she kept quiet, ignoring the requests and whatnot, in fact considering some of them blatantly useless and completely unneeded.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">A Screwdriver?</span>- Johanna thought as her mind mocked the initial questions itself. She wasn't quite sure who in the world would have a screwdriver on their hands in such a place. Stieg severely doubted anyone beyond technicians and similar professions would carry such instruments. And yet even those people would only do so on their job.<br/><br/>Meanwhile the other man's attempts to ease the situation and create a<span style=""font-style: italic"">humorous</span>atmosphere made Johanna increasingly and intensely uneasy. At this point, Stieg was ignoring her objectivity and putting up unhelpful obstacles between herself and society. Obstacles that will eventually tumble onto her and crush her. Her basic human stubbornness prevented accurate evaluation of her actions, or rather<span style=""font-style: italic"">in</span>action. She was nowhere near giving any sort of information to these strangers, who were neither colleagues, friends, family or any other figures worthy of giving information. Information that wasn't needed at all, to the best of Johanna's knowledge.<br/><br/>On the outside, Johanna had relatively easily kept a calm and mostly emotionless expression, without saying any further words, but soon enough ruling out the option of complete silence in even the short term. She'd await a more personal confrontation from a person before saying anything."
13192,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=25,2014-12-22T10:10:00,Neo-Chicago,"<span style=""margin-left: 50px;""></span>Tom took out his phone, and showed it to the others. ""Yeah, I've got a phone. I would recommend turning all of yours off, by the way. I don't see any outlets in this elevator, and we could be here for a while."" he suggested. When he saw Rory fiddling with a screw and asking if anyone else had a screwdriver, Tom laughed audibly. ""Interestingly enough, I do."" he said, and he popped open his briefcase. Tom retrieved a small plastic bag from it, and shut it again. Inside of the plastic bag was a small screwdriver, spattered with blood. A small tag hung off the back that said ""NYCC"". ""This is evidence in the murder case I'm working on, so I would wear gloves if I were you. Wouldn't want your fingerprints to pop up after this thing is scanned for prints."" he told O'Driscoll, handing him the small plastic bag. Tom glanced at his watch, and sat against the wall, when a startling thought popped into his head. ""Guys, uh... are we going to run out of air in here?"" he asked, panicked."
13193,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=25,2014-12-22T11:57:00,Krytonus,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Rory O'Driscoll</span></span></div><br/><br/>I'd asked for a screwdriver as a joke, but I wasn't going to complain. I take the screwdriver with a puzzled grin, and slip on a pair of rubber gloves. I cautiously pull the screwdriver out of the bag and bring it to the screws on the panel. At first, the screw doesn't budge but with a little force it turns easily. Within a minute I've got the panel open. I set it to the side and shine my phone in the wiring. Just a bunch of general wiring stuff.<br/>""This stuff doesn't look live. My guess is the staff switched power off when we got stuck. Not much I can do.""<br/>I sigh and lean back against the wall.<br/>""Until they send us power, we're stuck here."" I put the screwdriver back into the bag and peel of the gloves, handing back the bag in the dim light of my phone."
13194,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=25,2014-12-22T12:05:00,Jessjohnesik,"Johanna now feared what the teenage boy could do with the elevator, although she sincerely doubted and was sure that nothing completely catastrophic could be done by severing in any way anything inside the panel. Nevertheless, Johanna doubted even more a teenager's ability to perform such a job, especially in such a delicate situation.<br/><br/>""Excuse me, but are you competent enough to do this? This isn't to offence, but rather a precaution, as I doubt you are."" Johanna said, the wording specifically aimed at Rory. She could only blame herself for not noticing this when the boy asked for a screwdriver. Her expression was painted with slight concern.<br/><br/>""Also, as an answer to the question posed earlier, we won't be out of breathable air. That is certain."" Johanna added nonchalantly, for some reason wanting to answer the question."
13195,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=25,2014-12-22T12:46:00,Krytonus,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Rory O'Driscoll</span></span></div><br/><br/>""Huh?"" I murmur as somebody else speaks up. ""Not<span style=""font-style: italic"">exactly.</span>Sometimes I get bored and look up this kind of stuff. I'm... Kind of paranoid. I only know the basics, really."" I reply to the voice. I'm probably not going to cause a Manhattan-wide power outage. Probably."" I smile."
13196,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=25,2014-12-22T13:13:00,Neo-Chicago,"<span style=""margin-left: 50px;""></span>Tom was irritated by the gall of that woman who acted like this was a five year old sticking a fork in an outlet instead of a teenager fiddling with some wiring. He suspected that he would not become good friends with her, considering she hadn't even said her name. ""Relax, I'm sure he knows what he's doing. What's the worst that could happen, anyway? The power's cut."" he said to her. ""By the way, I didn't catch your name."" Tom added, almost to spite her. He took the bag as Rory handed it back to him, and stowed it back away in his briefcase. ""Anyway, I would sit tight if I were you. If my suspicions are correct, and we're between floors, I doubt that we'll be getting out of here very soon."" he told the others, somewhat pessimistically. Tom took out his phone, and opened the page on WikiHow, how to escape a stranded elevator. After reading through it, he had an idea. ""Apparently, most of these would only work when there's power running to the elevator. However, there might be a service hatch that we can crawl out of. Check the elevator ceiling."" Tom said helpfully."
13197,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=25,2014-12-22T13:15:00,The New World Oceania,"<hr/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">9:47 am, February 12, 2013</span></div><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div><span style=""font-style: italic"">If the system breaks down the consequences will still be very painful. But the<br/>bigger the system grows the more disastrous the results of its breakdown will be,<br/>so if it is to break down it had best break down sooner rather than later.</span><br/><div align=""right"">Ted Kaczynski</div></div></blockquote><br/><br/>Alarms gradually ring out far way. A PA, making an ominous sound, a sound akin to a klaxon or a tocsin, forms buzzing sounds in this cavity. A lift machinist at 30 Rock, who has had a bad night, sits up blinking and purblind. From<span style=""font-style: italic"">A Void:</span>what was that word (is his thought) that ran through my brain all night, that idiotic word that, hard as I'd try to pun it down, was always just an inch or two out of my grasp - fowl or foul or Vow or Voyal? - a word which, by association, brought into play an incongruous mass and magma of nouns, idioms, slogans and sayings, a confusing, amorphous outpouring which I sought in vain to control or turn off but which wound around my mind a whirlwind of a cord, a whiplash of a cord, a cord that would split again and again, would knit again and again, of words without communication or any possibility of combination, words without pronunciation, signification or transcription but out of which, notwithstanding, was brought forth a flux, a continuous, compact and lucid flow: an intuition, a vacillating frisson of illumination as if caught in a flash of lightning or in a mist abruptly rising to unshroud an obvious sign - but a sign, alas, that would last an instant only to vanish for good.<br/><br/>He speaks.<br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Good morning, occupants of elevatorrr.... seventeen! Now, you might know by now <span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>your lift has paused, by that's just all in passing.</span><br/>(and the sounds<br/>of sirens and fire<br/>trucks and city<br/>road buzzing<br/>creeps through<br/>the intercom)<br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span><span style=""font-style: italic"">but we'll have all that sorted out by the hour's end and that's a promise we can keep <span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>here at 30 Rock, now y'all have a good morning and we will be up there in a jiffy, <span style=""margin-left: 30px;""></span>bye bye, now!""</span><br/>(they will hang<br/>themselves by<br/>the week's end<br/>and their neighbor<br/>will cry and hide<br/>the body in a<br/>closet and no one<br/>will know<br/>the difference)"
13198,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=25,2014-12-22T13:40:00,Jessjohnesik,"<span style=""font-style: italic"">Excuse me for not wanting things to get shittier than they already are because of some child with an underdeveloped brain.</span>- Johanna thought with slight anger, which only exhibited itself inside her mind and maybe the look in her eyes. She didn't quite understand why the man didn't agree with her. She thought she hadn't said anything inaccurate, as her only request so far was definitely reasonable enough.<br/><br/>The thought of telling her name made Johanna somewhat cringe, but given the question was already asked it would be impolite for Johanna to evade it. She wondered whether the man purposely asked, but asking this serves no purpose in any case.<br/><br/>""My name is Johanna Stieg."" Johanna promptly introduced herself."
13199,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=25,2014-12-22T18:48:00,The Almighty Bob,"<blockquote><div><cite>Neo-Chicago <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323818&amp;p=22881728#p22881728"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""margin-left: 50px;""></span>Tom was irritated by the gall of that woman who acted like this was a five year old sticking a fork in an outlet instead of a teenager fiddling with some wiring. He suspected that he would not become good friends with her, considering she hadn't even said her name. ""Relax, I'm sure he knows what he's doing. What's the worst that could happen, anyway? The power's cut."" he said to her. ""By the way, I didn't catch your name."" Tom added, almost to spite her. He took the bag as Rory handed it back to him, and stowed it back away in his briefcase. ""Anyway, I would sit tight if I were you. If my suspicions are correct, and we're between floors, I doubt that we'll be getting out of here very soon."" he told the others, somewhat pessimistically. Tom took out his phone, and opened the page on WikiHow, how to escape a stranded elevator. After reading through it, he had an idea. ""Apparently, most of these would only work when there's power running to the elevator. However, there might be a service hatch that we can crawl out of. Check the elevator ceiling."" Tom said helpfully.</div></blockquote><br/>Steve sighed. ""Alright, let's nobody panic here. As long as everybody keeps calm and doesn't electrocute themselves, we'll make it out of here."" He shot a glance over at the teen fiddling with the wires. ""If you can do something with that, then continue. If you're just fucking around or guessing, then get away before you make it worse."" Steve hoped that everything would sort itself out and also that he wasn't offending anybody already, which he had a tendency to do when he was stressed. Or happy. Or awake. Or even not awake."
13200,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=25,2014-12-23T03:50:00,Aelford,"<div align=""center"">Bob Dickson</div><br/><br/>Bob looked around, surprised at the efficiency of how the people were already working, the kid Rory fiddling with the wires, and the guy Tom suggesting crazy ideas that just might work. And then Bob felt slightly put-off from that lady, Johanna.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""What was up with her horribly mean look in her eyes? But then again, I wouldn't trust a kid with my cables at home, even if they did have paranoia and an awesome screwdriver.""</span>He thought.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Maybe he should help out?</span>Bob thought for a moment and then remembered that Tom suggested to look for the hatch on the top of the elevator. ""I'll take a look."" he said, ""Hold on a second. Someone give me a boost to check and feel up there. And somebody else hold a phone or torch to shine up."""
13201,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=25,2014-12-23T11:06:00,Neo-Chicago,"<span style=""margin-left: 50px;""></span>Tom gave Bob a leg up, considering a hatch was their best chance of getting out of there. Bob was standing on his shoulders now, so Tom decided to shine his phone up as well.<span style=""font-style: italic"">I guess the fact that my phone is bright as hell is actually a plus in this situation,</span>he mused. Tom has never been the muscled type, and he felt like Bob was literally crushing him. Still, he felt he had to take one for the team. ""So? Do you see anything up there?"" Tom asked, as his muscles practically screamed in agony."
13202,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=25,2014-12-23T11:33:00,Jessjohnesik,"Johanna could only sigh in disbelief at what was happening. She just couldn't comprehend why on Earth were they trying to fix the elevator themselves. The technicians were likely on their way now and Johanna didn't want to be stuck here any longer than needed. She could feel annoyance and frustration slowly building up inside of her. Primarily because some of the completely irresponsible people in the elevator and the fact no one seemed to support her, despite her constructive criticism of the actions taking place.<br/><br/>""Can we just not do anything? Please? Nowhere in the world does anyone start climbing out into the shaft five seconds after the elevator has stopped. We are going to make the job harder for the technicians, and, quite frankly, doing this is irresponsible."" Johanna explained, hoping that someone would listen. However, Stieg wasn't happy with the situation at hand, primarily with the fact that she had to actively converse with the other people."
13203,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=25,2014-12-23T12:32:00,The New World Oceania,"<hr/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">10:02 am, February 12, 2013</span></div><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div><span style=""font-style: italic"">I am sorry these people had to lose their lives. But that's the nature of the<br/>beast. It's understood going in what the human toll will be.</span><br/><div align=""right"">Timothy McVeigh</div></div></blockquote><br/><br/>Curiously enough, the intercom system is structured — at least in the GE Building — in such a way that, while each floor maintains its own two speakers, the same goes for each elevator shaft. Thus, there is that notable nature in which the opening of a ceiling panel on one of the elevators will ascertainly let the intercom's loudspeaker throttle sound waves<span style=""font-style: italic"">directly</span>into he elevator itself.<br/>The inevitable coincidence thereof holds that, should a ceiling panel be opened<span style=""font-style: italic"">and</span>the PA system sound, the elevator will not simply catch the speakers at their loudest but allow the sounds to reverberate within the elevator, causing for an incredibly loud, near ear-shattering announcement to echo through the shaft and its now opened elevator. Many proposals have been granted to fix this issue, but such attempts have this regrettable tendency to go horribly horribly wrong.<br/><br/>The intercom sounded. The voice of an elderly man, harmonized with an ambience of sirens in the background, rang through the elevator.<br/><br/>""All technical personnel, return to ground floor. All occupants on floors 30 to 50, move to the lobby<span style=""font-style: italic"">immediately</span>. Stairs<span style=""font-style: italic"">only</span>. This is a command from police and fire departments. Technicians to ground floor. Occupants floors 30 to 50 to lobby. You must take the stairs. Occupants of Elevator 17, remain calm.""<br/><br/>Static. Silence."
13204,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=25,2014-12-23T13:44:00,Neo-Chicago,"<span style=""margin-left: 50px;""></span>Tom covered his ears, and yet somehow, the sound still penetrated his defenses. He tried to shout but the voice from the intercom drowned him out. ""SHIT! Quick, everyone climb the hell out of here before one of us bursts an ear drum!"" he bellowed, moving and forgetting that Bob was on his shoulders. ""Oh shit dude, sorry."" he told him, trying to help him up. Walker climbed up on the shoulders of the unlucky person who happened to be standing beneath the hatch and clambered up out of the elevator. He then extended his arm back into the small elevator car, to help whoever grabbed it climb out as well. ""Do you think there's a ledge we can stand on while we try to pry the doors of the next floor up open?"" he asked them. Tom knew that standing outside of the elevator wasn't wise, but he could easily just jump back down inside if it began to move again."
13205,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=25,2014-12-23T14:27:00,The Almighty Bob,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New World Oceania <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323818&amp;p=22893481#p22893481"">wrote</a>:</cite><hr/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">10:02 am, February 12, 2013</span></div><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div><span style=""font-style: italic"">I am sorry these people had to lose their lives. But that's the nature of the<br/>beast. It's understood going in what the human toll will be.</span><br/><div align=""right"">Timothy McVeigh</div></div></blockquote><br/><br/>Curiously enough, the intercom system is structured — at least in the GE Building — in such a way that, while each floor maintains its own two speakers, the same goes for each elevator shaft. Thus, there is that notable nature in which the opening of a ceiling panel on one of the elevators will ascertainly let the intercom's loudspeaker throttle sound waves <span style=""font-style: italic"">directly</span> into he elevator itself.<br/>The inevitable coincidence thereof holds that, should a ceiling panel be opened <span style=""font-style: italic"">and</span> the PA system sound, the elevator will not simply catch the speakers at their loudest but allow the sounds to reverberate within the elevator, causing for an incredibly loud, near ear-shattering announcement to echo through the shaft and its now opened elevator. Many proposals have been granted to fix this issue, but such attempts have this regrettable tendency to go horribly horribly wrong.<br/><br/>The intercom sounded. The voice of an elderly man, harmonized with an ambience of sirens in the background, rang through the elevator.<br/><br/>""All technical personnel, return to ground floor. All occupants on floors 30 to 50, move to the lobby <span style=""font-style: italic"">immediately</span>. Stairs <span style=""font-style: italic"">only</span>. This is a command from police and fire departments. Technicians to ground floor. Occupants floors 30 to 50 to lobby. You must take the stairs. Occupants of Elevator 17, remain calm.""<br/><br/>Static. Silence.</div></blockquote><br/>""SON OF A HALF-PRICE WHORE!!!"" Steve swore vigorously and covered his ears. ""CLOSE THAT HATCH FOR THE LOVE OF GOD!"" He waited for the announcement to stop and then took his hands off of his ears. ""Sorry about that. What was that he said? I could have sworn he said something about the technicians moving to the lobby. Why would he say that?"" He had the sneaking suspicion that he knew exactly why, but he didn't want everyone to start panicking immediately. He shot a glance at Johanna. ""If the technicians aren't going to be helping, then doing nothing is not an option. Although, I can't say standing up there is a stellar idea. Pretty sure nobody had that good of a reaction time."""
13206,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=25,2014-12-24T06:41:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Knox Stanforth</span></span></div><br/>Knox himself didn't really think that tampering further with the elevator was a good idea, since they might touch something that made the situation worse. The older guy, Rory, stopped anyway.. But someone else suggested trying the hatch above the elevator. Then came that dreadful sound. Knox jumped an inch off the ground, dropped his phone, and folded himself down. His hands were over his ears tight until the announcement was over. He didn't even hear Steve's profanity. Knox himself was confused, and gradually becoming very frustrated. Why indeed were the technicians leaving them? He was scared, and he wanted to go home. At least to see his dad.<br/><br/>Beginning to make more obvious sobbing noises, Knox reached down to grab his phone and fumbled with it before he was able to dial his father's number. Hearing his dad's voice, Knox began to break down, blubbering as he tried to explain what was happening and how badly he wanted to get out and buy his book. While most of what he said was unintelligible, his father was only able to make out a few words.<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">It's awful, dad... I wanna go home... Is anyone coming to help?.. I wanna go home, dad...</span>"" Knox wept, holding the phone close to his face as he spoke. All the loud noises and the dark. It was beginning to get to him. He wasn't claustrophobic, but after this, if he survived, he would most definitely be.<br/><br/>""Shh, shh. Calm down, baby. Just calm down."" said Dad softly. The sound in the background made it obvious that he was running down a flight of stairs, his breathing ragged. He was truly worried about his son's condition and was heading down to inform someone that his child was on the stuck elevator. He needed to tell his wife as well of what had happened. Someone from the office had said that the elevator right outside their office had stopped some floors below. A friend also told him that he'd seen Knox enter, so he knew immediately what was going on.<br/><br/>""I'm going to go get someone to help you, okay? Just... Just calm down and keep your phone on, okay? Okay?"" dad continued, reaching the lobby and looking for an officer to ask help from. Back in the elevator, Knox only nodded as if his father could see him, but spoke anyway. Though he couldn't stop crying. ""Okay, dad... I will..."" he replied, and his father hung up. 'I love you' wasn't an appropriate word to use at the moment, as it would only aggravate te boy even more."
13207,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=25,2014-12-24T10:37:00,Neo-Chicago,"<span style=""margin-left: 50px;""></span>Tom still stood outside of the elevator, and saw Knox calling his father. ""Tell him to open the elevator doors on the 41st floor!"" he yelled, still reaching his arm down into the elevator to pull whoever grabbed it up. ""I can see them from here, and we could probably climb up to them if we tried!"" he shouted, his briefcase laying next to him. ""Come on guys, we haven't got all day. Someone grab my hand, I'll pull you up!"" he said, exasperated. It was at this point in time that Tom actually thought he would be able to escape this hellhole. He recalled that Devil movie he had seen about three years ago, and thought it eerily reminiscent of the current situation. Then again, it's not exactly an original plot, and Tom was sure that deep down, everyone was somewhat afraid of getting trapped in an elevator. Just like an animal is afraid of being trapped, it's just that the primal instinct is buried under thousands of years of evolution."
13208,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=25,2014-12-24T12:13:00,Jessjohnesik,"<blockquote><div><cite>Neo-Chicago <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323818&amp;p=22903167#p22903167"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""margin-left: 50px;""></span>Tom still stood outside of the elevator, and saw Knox calling his father. ""Tell him to open the elevator doors on the 41st floor!"" he yelled, still reaching his arm down into the elevator to pull whoever grabbed it up. ""I can see them from here, and we could probably climb up to them if we tried!"" he shouted, his briefcase laying next to him. ""Come on guys, we haven't got all day. Someone grab my hand, I'll pull you up!"" he said, exasperated. It was at this point in time that Tom actually thought he would be able to escape this hellhole. He recalled that Devil movie he had seen about three years ago, and thought it eerily reminiscent of the current situation. Then again, it's not exactly an original plot, and Tom was sure that deep down, everyone was somewhat afraid of getting trapped in an elevator. Just like an animal is afraid of being trapped, it's just that the primal instinct is buried under thousands of years of evolution.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Still getting rid of the ringing in her ears, Johanna still managed to acknowledge what the others were saying immediately after the speakers' turning on. She wasn't glad at the situation at hand. To her, it seemed as though things were spiralling out of hand and she was in now way obtaining the information needed to say something against the actions performed by the other occupants in the elevator. She would nevertheless try.<br/><br/>""I'm sorry but why are we doing this exactly?"" Johanna asked with, this time, a very stern voice.<br/><br/>""If anyone dies in that shaft, it will be on you. Because we have been stuck here to little to do anything. The authorities have yet to contact us directly a second time. So can we please stay put and drop all of the nonsensical, dangerous ideas and unneeded drama."" Johanna finished."
13209,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=25,2014-12-24T15:17:00,Neo-Chicago,"<blockquote><div><cite>Jessjohnesik <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323818&amp;p=22904148#p22904148"">wrote</a>:</cite>Still getting rid of the ringing in her ears, Johanna still managed to acknowledge what the others were saying immediately after the speakers' turning on. She wasn't glad at the situation at hand. To her, it seemed as though things were spiralling out of hand and she was in now way obtaining the information needed to say something against the actions performed by the other occupants in the elevator. She would nevertheless try. <br/><br/>""I'm sorry but why are we doing this exactly?"" Johanna asked with, this time, a very stern voice. <br/><br/>""If anyone dies in that shaft, it will be on you. Because we have been stuck here to little to do anything. The authorities have yet to contact us directly a second time. So can we please stay put and drop all of the nonsensical, dangerous ideas and unneeded drama."" Johanna finished.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 50px;""></span>""You really are a fool, aren't you? You can't trust them for anything. We have an out, right here, and you're not going to take it?"" Tom asked her. ""When I see the headline 'Woman starves to death in elevator', I'll tell you right now, I am going to laugh."" he told her. A seething rage was building up in him, and what that woman was doing was borderline passive-aggressive. Through inaction, she had somehow managed to anger him far more than by any action she could have taken. ""People like you make me sick. You people are the reason that murderers and rapists go free. Domestic violence, acts of terror... You just keep telling yourself it's going to be alright, up until the day it kills you or the day you kill yourself. Go ahead and stay in that elevator, but it'll be your own fault when you die."" Tom said to her, in a tone that was almost of disappointment. Tom wasn't saying those things to her to make her come with, they were true. In fact, he would be much happier if she just stayed down there."
13210,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=25,2014-12-24T21:02:00,The Almighty Bob,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323818&amp;p=22901555#p22901555"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Knox Stanforth</span></span></div><br/>Knox himself didn't really think that tampering further with the elevator was a good idea, since they might touch something that made the situation worse. The older guy, Rory, stopped anyway.. But someone else suggested trying the hatch above the elevator. Then came that dreadful sound. Knox jumped an inch off the ground, dropped his phone, and folded himself down. His hands were over his ears tight until the announcement was over. He didn't even hear Steve's profanity. Knox himself was confused, and gradually becoming very frustrated. Why indeed were the technicians leaving them? He was scared, and he wanted to go home. At least to see his dad. <br/><br/>Beginning to make more obvious sobbing noises, Knox reached down to grab his phone and fumbled with it before he was able to dial his father's number. Hearing his dad's voice, Knox began to break down, blubbering as he tried to explain what was happening and how badly he wanted to get out and buy his book. While most of what he said was unintelligible, his father was only able to make out a few words.<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">It's awful, dad... I wanna go home... Is anyone coming to help?.. I wanna go home, dad...</span>"" Knox wept, holding the phone close to his face as he spoke. All the loud noises and the dark. It was beginning to get to him. He wasn't claustrophobic, but after this, if he survived, he would most definitely be.<br/><br/>""Shh, shh. Calm down, baby. Just calm down."" said Dad softly. The sound in the background made it obvious that he was running down a flight of stairs, his breathing ragged. He was truly worried about his son's condition and was heading down to inform someone that his child was on the stuck elevator. He needed to tell his wife as well of what had happened. Someone from the office had said that the elevator right outside their office had stopped some floors below. A friend also told him that he'd seen Knox enter, so he knew immediately what was going on.<br/><br/>""I'm going to go get someone to help you, okay? Just... Just calm down and keep your phone on, okay? Okay?"" dad continued, reaching the lobby and looking for an officer to ask help from. Back in the elevator, Knox only nodded as if his father could see him, but spoke anyway. Though he couldn't stop crying. ""Okay, dad... I will..."" he replied, and his father hung up. 'I love you' wasn't an appropriate word to use at the moment, as it would only aggravate the boy even more.</div></blockquote><br/>Steve saw the breakdown happen and went over to Knox. ""Hey. I realize that this is a bad situation, but we absolutely need to stay calm. Panicking won't do anybody any good. Just focus on breathing. Here, do it with me. One, two...one, two...."" Steve hoped that he was helping. The more panicky everybody was, the worse it was going to get. And seeing other people panic is not the best thing for your emotional state. He also shot a look at Johanna. ""I don't think sitting here waiting for somebody to save us is going to be any help. I don't know if you heard, but they're evacuating the building."" Steve paused. ""Alright,"" he said, slowly,""for what reason would they evacuate an entire office building? Let's all put our heads together here."" The sinking feeling in the pit of his stomach got stronger and stronger the more he thought about it. He took a moment to compose himself, then he looked up at everybody. ""Nobody panic. That is the most important thing we can do now, understand?"""
13211,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=25,2014-12-24T21:05:00,Aelford,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bob Dickson</span></div><br/><br/>Bob looked over what seemed to happen just now. Yes, he knew that something bad was happening here, or going to happen. Almost like some sort of Déjà vu....<br/>Then there was the heavy, thick tension from between Tom and Johanna. ""Maybe I should help out with that."" he thought.<br/><br/>Bob attempted to step in before things could get worse and a social disaster happened. Then he wondered if Johanna had some sort of natural aura, getting people pissed off when she remained all calm. One look upon her calm and steady smirk and he knew it could be true. He knew that he was getting pissed off, but that seemed so stupid at the time.<br/><br/>He couldn't stop the tension just yet. So he decided to keep watching and act accordingly."
13212,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=25,2014-12-25T03:13:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Knox Stanforth</span></span></div><br/>Still, Knox didn't think that trying anything else would help them. Someone was trying to help calm him down, and it helped, to some extent. His hands were trembling and his breathing was shallow. He looked up at the people trying to look up the hatch, having heard what they said. He called his father again and told him what that angry sounding person was saying. In truth, he'd stay down here than try to get out and screw up. Unless someone like maybe, his dad, told him to do something, then he'd do it.<br/>After he was done explaining, his voice cracking and mixed with sobs, dad replied quickly.<br/><br/>""Look, we aren't allowed up there anymore... No one is. I'm not sure if anyone's coming up to help. But I don't see many people going back inside. But... Just stay calm, okay? Mom's coming, and we're going to find you a way out. Just hang in there, yeah?""<br/><br/>Knox nodded again, and his father went off. Looking up and wiping at his tears, he said to Tom up in the shaft,<br/>""No one's up there anymore... Dad said... They're all going downstairs."""
13213,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=25,2014-12-25T09:45:00,Neo-Chicago,"<span style=""margin-left: 50px;""></span>Tom kicked the wall of the elevator shaft, and then climbed back into the elevator car, closing the hatch behind him. He sank against the wall. ""The only reasons I would think to evacuate a building would be a fire, a shooting, some sort of natural disaster, or an act of terror."" Tom told the others. ""And I don't know about you, but I don't think there would be a police response to a hurricane."" he added, worried somewhat himself. He put in some earbuds, and listened to Pink Floyd's Wish You Were Here on his phone. ""...So you think you can tell... heaven from hell? Blue skies from pain? Can you tell a green field, from a cold steel rail?"" he said, mumbling at first, but his voice began to rise. ""A smile from a veil? Do you think you can tell? Did they get you to trade your heroes for ghosts? Hot ashes for trees? Hot air for a cool breeze? Cold comfort for change?"" he sang, audibly at this point. ""Did you exchange a walk on part in the war, for a lead role in a cage? How I wish, how I wish you were here. We're just two lost souls swimming in a fish bowl, year after year. Running over the same old ground, and how we found the same old fears. Wish you were here..."" he finished, and he lied on the floor against the wall, finishing the song.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 50px;""></span>Although he hoped the others couldn't tell, he actually began to sob at this point. He turned away from them, and tried to muffle the sound, but it was still there. Tom stood up, and essentially threw himself up against the wall, pounding on it and kicking it. ""LET US OUT OF HERE GOD DAMN IT! WHO THE HELL DO YOU THINK YOU ARE, YOU MOTHERFUCKERS?!?"" he bellowed at it, to seemingly no one in particular. Tom had had enough, and he just wanted out of here. He was never the calm type, and he had reached his breaking point here. The earbuds were out of his ears now, the phone back in his pocket. After a few minutes, he sank back down to the ground. ""We're all going to die in here, aren't we?"""
13214,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=25,2014-12-25T10:36:00,Jessjohnesik,"Johanna couldn't help but laugh at the man's statements. The laugh was, of course, not one caused by humour, nor did it last particularly long or was very audible. Johanna sincerely wondered how could one person be so imbecilic and filled with incorrect understandings. Her calm demeanor was rapidly changing, a rage was building up in her.<br/><br/>""I am a fool?!"" Johanna sternly stated, almost yelled, biting her lip in the process. ""Do you not understand your actions? Are you that much of an imbecile!"" Johanna yelled T the man in specific, accenting the height of her voice on the word 'imbecile'.<br/><br/>""Why don't you fucking compare yourself to a murderer or rapist. If anyone's starving in her its fucking you, likely because you forgot how to eat, because, well your skull seems to be empty."" Johanna continued, her voice becoming more calm to the end of the sentence, the glare in her eyes, however, intensifying.<br/><br/>""If you want to climb out, do so. I won't shed any tears for you."" She finished, fixing her glasses and cooling down mentally and physically.<br/><br/>""We need to await specific instructions from the outside before we try anything. If they, and only they, tell us to climb out, then we will. Doing so prematurely is severely unorganised and dangerous."" Johanna said in her usual calm voice, with hints of the past rage. She then turned her attention to the boy on the telephone, who seemed to be crying as well."
13215,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=25,2014-12-25T10:47:00,Neo-Chicago,"<span style=""margin-left: 50px;""></span>""You are the stupidest motherfucking bitch I've ever been forced to listen to in my life. Why the hell do you take orders from everyone? Why do you wait to be told what to do? You just gonna stand around and wait to die? I would climb out, but I think I'll stay, just to piss you off."" he told the woman.<span style=""font-style: italic"">If we resort to cannibalism, I'm eating you first,</span>he thought to himself. He had completely forgotten the forlornness he felt only moments before. Tom was going to knock this bitch's teeth out if he had to, but he didn't plan on it. ""Passiveness should be a crime. I'll tell you something. They're not coming for us. They're not going to help. THEY EVACUATED THIS WHOLE FUCKING BUILDING BECAUSE THEY'RE AFRAID! Do you seriously think they're going to risk the lives of a bunch of firefighters just to save 8 or 9 dumbasses stupid enough to get stuck in an elevator? That's what I thought."" he said rhetorically. ""At least I have the sense to take action, you spineless piece of trash."""
13216,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=25,2014-12-25T10:58:00,Krytonus,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Rory O'Driscoll</span></span></div><br/><br/>""Okay, okay, CAN YOU PLEASE ALL SHUT UP?! PLEASE?!"" I wait for a moment.<br/>""Good.""<br/>I now have my penknife hidden in my pocket, my hand clasped around it.<br/>""We're not going to get anything done like this. Let's just start over again."" I clear my throat.<br/>""Some of you may not agree with everybody here. That's fine. Thing is, we're stuck here for now. I'm sure somebody is coming, but there's no way out of this place. Climbing out of that hatch is not an option right now. It's too dangerous and that voice told us to stay put. We have no idea how long we'll be here, so we need to find out some things. Any of us got any food? I've got a Snickers in my bag and a small bottle of water. I'd recommend saving what food and drink we have."" I crouch down to my bag and take out the bottle and the chocolate, setting them down in the corner. ""Second thing is not so pleasant. We don't know how long we'll be here. Could be ten minutes, could be a day. So, we need to figure out what we're gonna do when one of us needs to pee, or do a number-two. If anybody has empty bottles, that'd be great."" I sigh and slide down the wall until I'm sitting on the floor. ""We might want to introduce ourselves a bit more too. Like I said, I'm Rory. I live in an apartment with my Dad. I was here to apply for a job as an intern at a small newspaper on floor forty-two. I like reading and video-games."""
13217,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=50,2014-12-25T11:02:00,Jessjohnesik,"<blockquote><div><cite>Neo-Chicago <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323818&amp;p=22912635#p22912635"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""margin-left: 50px;""></span>""You are the stupidest motherfucking bitch I've ever been forced to listen to in my life. Why the hell do you take orders from everyone? Why do you wait to be told what to do? You just gonna stand around and wait to die? I would climb out, but I think I'll stay, just to piss you off."" he told the woman. <span style=""font-style: italic"">If we resort to cannibalism, I'm eating you first,</span> he thought to himself. He had completely forgotten the forlornness he felt only moments before. Tom was going to knock this bitch's teeth out if he had to, but he didn't plan on it. ""Passiveness should be a crime. I'll tell you something. They're not coming for us. They're not going to help. THEY EVACUATED THIS WHOLE FUCKING BUILDING BECAUSE THEY'RE AFRAID! Do you seriously think they're going to risk the lives of a bunch of firefighters just to save 8 or 9 dumbasses stupid enough to get stuck in an elevator? That's what I thought."" he said rhetorically. ""At least I have the sense to take action, you spineless piece of trash.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""I wonder where do you come from? The dump truck likely. I don't quite understand how are you even employed with such a choleric attitude?"" Johanna mocked the man, believing he wouldn't even be intelligent enough to understand half the words.<span style=""font-style: italic"">If he fucking touches me, I'll puncture his carotid artery and watch him bleed to death. </span>She thought.<br/><br/>""Where are your anarchist buddies by the way? People like you crash plains into buildings and blow up metros, you know. I sometimes wonder whether stupid people like you are born that way or is it your upbringing."" Johanna continued, pausing to think about it.<br/><br/>""Changed your mind just to piss me off? How utterly logical and intelligent of you. A round of applause please."" She finished, thinking on how to defend herself should the imbecile, not being able to use his brain anymore, starts to get physical. Johanna could pack quite the punch and her organisation, as well quick and responsive thinking with multitasking and flexibility would likely serve her well in a confrontation.<br/><br/>Johanna then switched her attention to the kid, who interrupted her and the choleric man's intense argument. She said nothing, however."
13218,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=50,2014-12-25T11:10:00,Neo-Chicago,"<span style=""margin-left: 50px;""></span>""You're very lucky that I don't care enough to kill you. I was actually planning on apologizing to you after coming back in here, but now that you're acting like such a colossal bitch, I guess I won't. I admit that I've been an asshole, but you've been acting terribly as well. Now I know why I hate this city, the maggotty old apple. If we get out of here alive, stay the fuck away from Chicago, because I'm moving back."" Tom told her. If he had an ounce less of self-control, there would be a knife buried in her throat at this point in time. He attempted to create a sort of partition between their two parts of the elevator, using the unscrewed elevator panel, his briefcase, and a few other items that others had brought along that were rectangular in shape. It was pointless, of course, considering there wasn't much stuff of that description in the elevator, but at least it obstructed his view of her. That was all that mattered in this scenario. ""By the way, that's not why I changed my mind. I changed my mind because no one would open the elevator doors up there, and there isn't a ledge that I can stand on. I was just saying that to piss you off. If anyone's choleric, you are, considering the fact that you're the one who started this dispute because I was the one who wanted to take some action."""
13219,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=50,2014-12-25T11:20:00,Jessjohnesik,"<blockquote><div><cite>Neo-Chicago <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323818&amp;p=22912761#p22912761"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""margin-left: 50px;""></span>""You're very lucky that I don't care enough to kill you. I was actually planning on apologizing to you after coming back in here, but now that you're acting like such a colossal bitch, I guess I won't. I admit that I've been an asshole, but you've been acting terribly as well. Now I know why I hate this city, the maggotty old apple. If we get out of here alive, stay the fuck away from Chicago, because I'm moving back."" Tom told her. If he had an ounce less of self-control, there would be a knife buried in her throat at this point in time. He attempted to create a sort of partition between their two parts of the elevator, using the unscrewed elevator panel, his briefcase, and a few other items that others had brought along that were rectangular in shape. It was pointless, of course, considering there wasn't much stuff of that description in the elevator, but at least it obstructed his view of her. That was all that mattered in this scenario. ""By the way, that's not why I changed my mind. I changed my mind because no one would open the elevator doors up there, and there isn't a ledge that I can stand on. I was just saying that to piss you off. If anyone's choleric, you are, considering the fact that you're the one who started this dispute because I was the one who wanted to take some action.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Johanna could only smirk at what she believed was the man's attempts to barricade himself away from her, likely due to his uncontrollable anger. She smirked because she knew that she wouldn't let herself be killed in this elevator by some creature with no self control or intelligence. But if she were, that would surely be death sentence for the man in the future, or death from the other occupants, or her for that matter.<br/><br/>""Too bad I don't give a shit about Chicago, right? Probably because I'm German, but if I need to come there, I damn well will."" Johanna stated in a rapid response to the man.<br/><br/>""Oh really? Did that tiny blob of neurones suddenly come to life so you can realise just how retarded your idea is? It's a breakthrough for you, that's for sure."" She continued in reply to his second statement."
13220,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=50,2014-12-25T11:29:00,Neo-Chicago,"<span style=""margin-left: 50px;""></span>""You know, I at least don't talk down to you. That's just low, frankly. And if we're going to get out of here without our hands at each other's throats, I suggest we be civil. Considering we haven't even been in here an hour and this is how we're acting, I don't have high hopes for the future."" Tom said, sickened by the fact that this woman is consumed by her anger. Although Tom was also a mean-spirited individual, at least he was rational. This was just pathetic, the fact that this woman deems this the time to have a heated argument. Tom enjoyed arguments, but only when they were more akin to debates. ""Now, I guess let's just sit tight. Get comfortable, we're going to be here for a while."" Tom told the others. If that woman spoke to him, he would just ignore her, considering she had nothing better to do than to belittle others."
13221,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=50,2014-12-25T11:40:00,Jessjohnesik,"<blockquote><div><cite>Neo-Chicago <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323818&amp;p=22912863#p22912863"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""margin-left: 50px;""></span>""You know, I at least don't talk down to you. That's just low, frankly. And if we're going to get out of here without our hands at each other's throats, I suggest we be civil. Considering we haven't even been in here an hour and this is how we're acting, I don't have high hopes for the future."" Tom said, sickened by the fact that this woman is consumed by her anger. Although Tom was also a mean-spirited individual, at least he was rational. This was just pathetic, the fact that this woman deems this the time to have a heated argument. Tom enjoyed arguments, but only when they were more akin to debates. ""Now, I guess let's just sit tight. Get comfortable, we're going to be here for a while."" Tom told the others. If that woman spoke to him, he would just ignore her, considering she had nothing better to do than to belittle others.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Johanna was glad the conversation was finally over. The man truly believed to have the upper morale in the argument, ending it swiftly by attempting to pile all the shit onto Johanna and trying to come out of the heated debate, if it could be called that, completely clean. Considering that he was the one to start blatantly insulting her after she merely posed a different to him opinion, an opinion that was rational and organised contrary to his proposed course of action.<br/><br/>In any case, Johanna didn't adore the fact that now she wasn't neutral anymore. She had lost her neutrality<span style=""font-style: italic"">and</span>calmness because of some unintelligent person. This made her sorry that she could be no better than the claustrophobic panic-happy people. Johanna quickly alternated her mental course into recovering her normal personality and her patience, which was abruptly take by the argument as well.<br/><br/>""Well, now that we aren't arguing anymore, perhaps, if it really helps some people, we could discuss something."" Johanna unwillingly proposed."
13222,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=50,2014-12-25T15:13:00,The New World Oceania,"<hr/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">11:42 am, February 12, 2013</span></div><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div><span style=""font-style: italic"">The mind is tricked into believing an action precedes the event that caused it.</span><br/><div align=""right"">James Holmes</div></div></blockquote><br/><br/>The speaker sounds again. Quieter this time, but much more invasive background noise, static, sirens.<br/><br/>""Occupants of Elevator 17... good morning. This is Raymond W. Kelly speaking, Commissioner of the New York Police Department.<br/><br/>""We are aware that you are currently in a less-than-ideal situation, but we're working to improve this at many... erm, costs. For the moment being, we've had to cut off power to your shaft just to keep from any errors taking place, or, ah -- we don't need any more trouble from the elevator. We know you're in the dark, both literally and figuratively. I'm hoping I can alleviate at least one of those issues.<br/><br/>""To be straightforward, we -- that is, the New York Police Department -- have been informed that there is a bomb on or nearby the elevator.<br/><br/>""We are unaware of its exact whereabouts. We do not know who planted it or with whom they are affiliated. A call was received from an until recently abandoned payphone underneath the GE Building within what we currently believe to be two minutes of Elevator 17's stalling. Men are investigating the area as we speak to find evidence.<br/><br/>""Eleven minutes ago, we received a call from a cellular based out of Pine Hill, upstate. The caller informed our department that there are at least four explosive devices set within the vicinities of the 40th and 42nd floors in addition to one located directly within shaft 17. We have not been able to verify these facts. The caller -- he, the caller, that is -- he alerted us that, it appears, there is the possibility that one of the bom— the explosives, one of the devices I should say, may go off within a potentially short period of time.<br/><br/>""We have not, not been quite able to verify these facts. Additionally, erm, the caller informed us, we were informed, that the individual responsible for setting the explosive devices is present within the elevator. That is all we know. We have not been able to verify these facts.<br/><br/>""And he did say, he told us that, upon the death of the individual, the one who is in the elevator with you, the elevator will move again. That is all we know.<br/><br/>""Now, I've said, we've not really -- we cannot verify this information at the current time. We ask you to remain calm. It is procedure, we must inform you when this information could resolve the emergency.<br/><br/>""And, though we have not been able to verify these facts, if the individual responsible is in the elevator, we ask you to step forward immediately that we may resolve this situation at hand, as soon -- as soon as it is possibly -- as is possible.<br/><br/>""We are doing what we can. This is what we know. Please remain calm, remain calm.""<br/><br/>The elevator jolted very slightly down and the lights flicked on. Static.<br/>Silence."
13223,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=50,2014-12-25T16:04:00,Neo-Chicago,"<span style=""margin-left: 50px;""></span>""Alright, alright. Let's narrow this down. We know that the bomb is within the shaft, not in the car itself, from what he's told us. Personally Johanna, I don't think it's you, and I know for a fact that I'm not the terrorist. I've worked cases about people like this before."" Tom said to the others, confidently. ""If the bomb is in fact in the shaft, there's a pretty good chance that it's above us. I think this because the commissioner said that the bombs were in the vicinity of the 41st and 42nd floors, NOT the 40th. I think the person most suited for looking for it would be Scott, considering that he's had experience in the field and could most likely identify a bomb. Scott, can you go out into the shaft and try to find the bomb?"" Tom asked him. Although he thought that he had the others fooled by his confidence, he knew himself that he was scared out of his mind.<span style=""font-style: italic"">How the hell am I going to get out of here?</span>he asked himself."
13224,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=50,2014-12-25T16:37:00,The Almighty Bob,"<div align=""Center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Steven Alexander McGanigan III</span></span></div><br/><br/>""Fucking fantastic. That's just great. There's a bomb in the shaft and a terrorist in the car. Well, I think we should probably all stop<span style=""font-style: italic"">arguing</span>and figure this out. If the person who planted the bomb dies, the bomb doesn't go off. The bomb will go off soon. Therefore, the person who planted the bomb must die soon. But, we don't know who planted it or have any clues to their identity. So, everybody should be interviewed one at a time. We figure out any discrepancies in their stories and proceed from there. Who's with me?"""
13225,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=50,2014-12-25T23:05:00,Neo-Chicago,"<span style=""margin-left: 50px;""></span>Tom agreed with Steven, for the most part. Although he disliked the idea of putting the terrorist ahead of the bomb, he supposed that once one was gone, the other would follow. ""Sounds like a plan. What do you mean by 'discrepencies'? I mean, we don't exactly know each other's life stories."" he said to Steven. ""So who's going to do the interviewing? Can any of us absolutely prove our innocence enough to?"" Tom asked the others. He wasn't suspicious of Steven; not any more than he was of the others, but he was never the type for blind faith."
13226,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=50,2014-12-27T08:24:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Knox Stanforth</span></span></div><br/>Just as things seemed worse enough with the angry man and one of the women fighting in the elevator car, another announcement was made by the authorities, saying that there was a bomb in the elevator, and the person who had set it was with them. Knox was immediately frightened again. He began to asphyxiate at the thought of blowing up, falling to the bottom floors, and getting crushed under all that metal. He no longer paid attention at all to what the others in the elevator suggested. If what they heard from the announcement was true, then the terrorist could be anyone. Sweat running down his forehead, Knox squeezed himself into the elevator's corner, looking quickly from one person to the other. He knew he wasn't the bomb-setter for sure. But someone had to die soon, or else, everyone would. Knox didn't want to die yet. He needed to get past college, still. Holding his phone close to his face again, he dialed his father's number, to which his mom answered. She asked him in a panicked voice if he was hurt, so he reassured her and told her what was going on. That made her panic even more. In fact, she was hysterical. Soon, she was weeping and could no longer speak. She passed her phone to her husband, and Knox told him what he'd told his mother. Dad was in the same state of disbelief as his wife, but he was calmer. Again, he calmed Knox down, but couldn't. Knox continued to hyperventilate and sob over his bad day.<br/><br/>""...I just wanted a book..."" the boy finished, sniffling and pulling his smartphone away from his ear. His father sounded as if he was speaking to some police officer, who kept insisting that everything was under control. The argument continued until dad's phone turned off. Knox stared at his phone a moment before pressing his head between his knees and crying quietly."
13227,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=50,2014-12-27T17:07:00,Galdius,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Why in the hell did I take this elevator?</span><br/><br/>Charlotte leaned in the corner of the crowded elevator in silence, contemplating on the terrible day that she was having. She had spend an hour fixing someone else's major problem with the buildings servers, something that originally was only a minor problem, something that would have only taken ten or so minutes if that shouldn't have for the ungrateful IT tech hadn't screwed around with something he wasn't qualified to be doing so. It was something that happened on a fairly common basis for her. often getting called into fix things which shouldn't even be her problem. Her job was supposed be exclusively about insuring that and making the systems, buildings security and staff protocols to an impeccable standard and provide extra security after an cyber attack caused a particular leak, causing a massive media shitstorm and costing the company a lot of money, which was entirely caused by naivety of the staff. But rather she found herself on many occasions acting like a glorified IT tech on an almost daily basis, unscrewing things that other unqualified guys or gals screwed up. <br/><br/>And now, she was trapped in an elevator in almost complete darkness, with a bunch of uneasy strangers. Out of all the days she decided to take the elevator rather than the stairs, this just had to happen. She wasn't exactly comfortable in elevators and she couldn't exactly put her finger on why, it wasn't the claustrophobic nature of them, nor was it the fact that was they were essentially walk in coffins. The closest reason she could think of was the fact that she was stuck in close proximity with a bunch of complete strangers, that didn't exactly sound right to her, Although, the current occupants of this elevator were making her quite nervous as they started messing around with things they shouldn't in an attempt to troubleshoot themselves, what they were doing seemed entirely pointless to her, as she couldn't think of a reason why the problem would be coming from inside the elevator and even if there was, they wouldn't probably even be able to tell if there was a problem with the wiring or the electronics. although, she clearly wasn't the only one thinking this, as a woman with fairly notable German accent and a far bit of common sense argued that what they were doing wasn't exactly the smart thing to do, although she was quickly shot down by a rather rude american. <br/><br/>The sound from the intercom broke her attention form the group. <br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Good morning, occupants of elevatorrr.... seventeen! Now, you might know by now your lift has paused, by that's just all in passing.""</span></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>Charlotte let out an tut, disappointed at the time it took to get a response from the buildings technical staff, we seemed incompetent as always. <br/><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-style: italic"">""but we'll have all that sorted out by the hour's end and that's a promise we can keep here at 30 Rock, now y'all have a good morning and we will be up there in a jiffy, bye bye, now!""</span></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>As she turned back to the rest of the group, what she saw was unbelievable. Two of the men where particularly climbing out into elevator shaft through the maintenance hatch at the top of the elevator, Charlotte just stared in complete disbelieve, not only was it incredibly stupid and dangerous thing to do, but they completely disregarded what the techical staff had said. Before she could say anything as the German woman stepped in yet again and before either one of the men could respond to the woman's scolding, a loud, ear piercing sound came from the elevator shaft.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-style: italic"">""All technical personnel, return to ground floor. All occupants on floors 30 to 50, move to the lobby immediately. Stairs only. This is a command from police and fire departments. Technicians to ground floor. Occupants floors 30 to 50 to lobby. You must take the stairs. Occupants of Elevator 17, remain calm.""</span></blockquote><br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Scheisse</span>"" Charlotte spat under her breath as she covered her instinctively covered her eyes, facing scrunching up as pain shot right through her ears. she could still hear the announcement and the wailing sound of sirens clearly audible over the message. Once the painful announcement stopped, Charlotte stopped shielding her ears and she returned to her original position, albeit a little shaken. It was obvious that some sort of emergency had cropped up, her first thought was a fire, which was the most logical, and her second was a terror threat, probably some unlucky guy just reserved a letter filled with a white powder. But it seemed that others didn't think that way, as the elevator quickly descended into chaos, one of the men who had previously attempting to inspect the outer part of the elevator was now on top of it and seemed to be convinced that nobody was coming to help and was now attempting to convince people to come with him, to go were, she wasn't exactly sure. The German woman quickly began to challenge him, who was correct in thinking that they should stay in the elevator. Others attempted to calm the situation but it quickly arose into a massive shouting match between to the two. All whilst a teenage kid, was quietly wailing into a phone, with her father or mother no-doubt on the other end. But while everyone else was panicking, Charlotte remained perfectly quiet and appeared completely calm. She was scared like everyone else, worries ran back and forth in her head, but in the end, she suspected that someone would arrive soon to help. However the next intercom message shattered that hope.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Occupants of Elevator 17... good morning. This is Raymond W. Kelly speaking, Commissioner of the New York Police Department.""<br/><br/>""We are aware that you are currently in a less-than-ideal situation, but we're working to improve this at many... erm, costs. For the moment being, we've had to cut off power to your shaft just to keep from any errors taking place, or, ah -- we don't need any more trouble from the elevator. We know you're in the dark, both literally and figuratively. I'm hoping I can alleviate at least one of those issues.<br/><br/>""To be straightforward, we -- that is, the New York Police Department -- have been informed that there is a bomb on or nearby the elevator.""</span></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Jesus H Christ.</span><br/><br/>Things had gone from bad to worse in the blink of an eye. Now she knew that a rescue attempt was fairly unlikely, after all, getting explosive ordnance disposal on an elevator full of people was particularly impossible. Charlotte scoffed at her own situation, realising how fucked things were about to become inside this elevator.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-style: italic"">""We have not, not been quite able to verify these facts. Additionally, erm, the caller informed us, we were informed, that the individual responsible for setting the explosive devices is present within the elevator. That is all we know. We have not been able to verify these facts.<br/><br/>""And he did say, he told us that, upon the death of the individual, the one who is in the elevator with you, the elevator will move again. That is all we know.""</span></blockquote><br/><br/>""Fick mich!"" Charlotte spat, frightened and still trying to take in what exactly had been said. She began to tremble as she quickly scanned around the elevator, looking for the stereotypical, shady looking person she would expect to be involved in this type of unworldly scenario, but none caught her eye. But then the statement about killing the terrorist hit her didn't sound right to her. Why would that happen? she quietly pondered over it. It didn't make any sort of sense, why would the elevator start again? why would that even be mentioned in the call? she had her doubts that the caller was a good Samaritan calling in to save life's. But after a few seconds it something hit her. This was some sort of sick mind game. Why else would that be included? The bomber ( even if there was one) wanted the paranoid people on board to start killing each other, with the bombs being some sort of a catalyst to speed things up. And it was already working. There was already talk among some about looking for the bomb and killing someone, no-doubt someone who would fit the bill of your average terrorist. her attention was quickly caught by the teen again, who was cowering in the corner, silently weeping. She started thinking of her own kid and how devastating it would be for him if she was to die, how he would cope growing up without her, she couldn't even contemplate it. She was scared, partly for her own life, but for mostly her son. <br/><br/>But with the elevator quickly descending into total anarchy, somebody had to take control of the situation before it turned into a blood bath, and with nobody stepping up to the plate, it seemed that it was going to have her. expelling the thoughts of her son and her life for now, she took a deep breath, proceeded to attempt to calm the situation.<br/> <br/>""Nobody is killing anyone."" Charlotte said in a commanding voice, her German accent lighter but more predominant that the other woman. ""Nobodies going looking for the bomb either."" she said, shooting down the possibility of sending someone into the vents to look. It was as stupid idea if the terrorist truly was on board, because he or she would probably just detonate the bomb if they tried to mess around with it, a risk that she wasn't willing to take. Her eyes darted back and forth, gauging the reactions from everyone as she attempted to create a possible list of suspects. ""We are going to stay inside the elevator, remain calm and wait for the more information.""</div>"
13228,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=50,2014-12-27T20:17:00,Neo-Chicago,"<span style=""margin-left: 50px;""></span>Tom was momentarily taken aback by the arrogance of this new woman, who he thought to be something of a wallflower at first. He had barely even noticed her at first. She seemes to be something of a carbon copy of the other foreigner, with an amped up sense of superiority. ""Oh goodie, another damned German woman. What the fuck is it with you types? I bet you're another one of those by the books types, afraid to bend the rules. Go ahead and die, it's no skin off my nose. But don't try to tell the rest of us what we can and can't do."" he told her, sickened by her contempt.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 50px;""></span>Although he wasn't really a sexist, he didn't want some little bitch telling him what to do. ""Jusy because we're a medoim-sized group pf people, we don't need a 'leader', so don't try to be one. Frankly, I just want to make it out of here, preferably not in a body bag."" Tom informed the woman. He wished these Germans would see the error of their ways, although if Hitler was any example, they tended to do just the opposite of that. ""Don't get pissy now though, because I'm going to tell you right now that I don't give one flying fuck about what you think you can tell me."" he explained, exasperated. Tom was sick of dealing with people like this, and didn't think he had to defend himself in that right."
13229,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=50,2014-12-27T20:56:00,The New World Oceania,"<hr/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">12:02 pm, February 12, 2013</span></div><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div><span style=""font-style: italic"">I castrated myself when I was 15 to rebel against society.</span><br/><div align=""right"">Adam Lanza</div></div></blockquote>"
13230,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=50,2014-12-28T00:22:00,Alleniana,"""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Oh.</span>""<br/><br/>Anna had long been a personable sort of person. Despite what discrimination from her peers she faced at a young age, for her ancestry, her skin colour, even her religion, which she did not work out for long after adolescence, she had maintained an outlook on life that really didn't mind social interaction; perhaps, even, sought it out. It had guided her in her love of languages, though that had brought little actual benefit, as well as having been the quality that found her a job as a receptionist. It was, indeed, to her job as a receptionist that she had been on her way to.<br/><br/>However, it did have another side. People were people, both good and bad, and she saw both sides; especially often working as a receptionist in such businesses that saw pressure and things that tended to be important enough to stress over. She had seen people become ever angrier under pressure, lashing out in what was almost insecurity. Once, a customer to the accountancy she worked in on the 41st floor had flung coffee at her, simply because he had not paid the accountant's fees and now could not. That had been unpleasant, but it had taught her well about how to handle those who felt they had no way out. Another time, she had witnessed people conducting themselves almost entirely arbitrarily and unhelpfully, simply to relieve the feeling of inactivity. One she knew, but not intimately, that feeling often drove people to do, without thinking. The anxiety people felt preparing for going to the dentist often did that, and she had witnessed it too. And, then, furthermore, she had seen broken people, wandering through life, occasionally baring themselves but otherwise keeping on only a mask, and others who had never learned that they were not the kings and queens of the world, to treat others with any semblance of respect. Despite all the good of humanity she had seen, she knew of these things, as many a receptionist did.<br/><br/>And she saw them all here, people itching and lashing out and withdrawing, under the pressure of this strange situation.<br/><br/>And then they were suddenly amplified. And not only for the others.<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Oh.</span>""<br/><br/>There was meant to be a bomb. And here she slowly began her descent. Calm, collected and content to stand in the corner quietly before, the first termite latched onto her well being and began gnawing, nibbling ferociously. A termite, to be sure, but a termite queen.<br/><br/>She began to squirm, itch herself. Grab something, hold something, shake something, get out, wake up. A few hours sitting around was fine, but no, this was over the top. There was something serious, something very serious indeed. She could die. She could die? No, no, no, surely there had to be a mistake. This wasn't right. Wake up. But not, that wasn't right. She was here, in an elevator, apparently, trapped with a terrorist and a bomb. This wasn't normal, it couldn't happen to her.<br/><br/>But it did.<br/><br/>She spoke, partially to the others, partially to herself, the first words after entering the elevator, and her ""oh,"".<br/><br/>""Look, it might be wrong... it could easily be some prankster. Why would there be a bomb? Why would some terrorist popping his clogs have anything to do with us, or a bomb? They want to scare lots of people. This doesn't make any sense.""<br/><br/>Not caring if anyone heard her, she rubbed her eyes and then closed them tightly in denial.<br/><br/>It was midday, apparently."
13231,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=50,2014-12-28T02:50:00,Jessjohnesik,"Johanna was infuriated by the new remarks Tom had made. Each and every word made her mind cringe, while the statements as a whole were enough to stump Johanna completely as she didn't even know what to think about them, given their level of absurdity. She sincerely wondered how did the man get through life. How he wasn't yet a criminal, or how did he not die with the whole preposterous idea of 'bending the rules'.<br/><br/>""Well, Tom, that goes both ways you know. Primarily because setting you up us our 'leader', which we don't actually even need, would be suicide for the whole fucking group."" Johanna promptly stated after she had done dwelling in her thoughts.<br/><br/>""Because I'm, quite frankly, surprised as to why every single person in this elevator hadn't yet told you to shut the fuck up. Do you even know anything about what to do in such a situation? Have you taken the time to analyse this situation before making such blatantly shitty and un objective claims and statement?"" Johanna continued, her hand slowly crawling towards her purse and feeling in two possible objects she could use in her defence, a hairspray and a small Swiss knife trinket she had with her keys.<br/><br/>""The answer is no, Tom. "" She quickly added, effectively nulling the previously rhetorical question. Johanna was getting uneasy with the man's more and more aggressive wording and behaviour that he displayed. Hopefully, there was at least one other rationally thinking person in the elevator with her, who also seemingly happened to be German."
13232,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=50,2014-12-28T03:40:00,Aelford,"<div align=""center"">Bob Dickson</div><br/><br/>Bob watched this whole scene unfold before him. He decided that enough was enough, and that it was time to act. But before he did, he realised that when Johanna was shouting at Tom, her hand was slowly crawling towards her purse.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Ask her about the Purse.</span><br/><br/>So Bob decided to start talking and be the mediator.<br/>""Johanna, if Tom doesn't know what to do in a situation like this, I'll help him. I've been stuck in one before. Not saying he doesn't know of course.""<br/><br/>""I think that we should at least come together and stop arguing for the moment. You know why? Because then we can find out who really is the terrorist. It's hard to figure out the culprit when everybody is panicking and some people are even arguing.""<br/><br/>Bob looked at every one of them, trying to make eye contact. Even the two extra people who had seemingly either appeared out of nowhere, or had not made themselves known until now (sorry Galdius (Charlotte) and Alleniana (Anna)). Knox had seemed to stop sobbing for the moment.<br/><br/>""Time to act. ""Bob thought.<br/>""Oh, hey, Johanna? Whats going on in the purse? Im sorry, but it looks a bit suspicious."""
13233,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=50,2014-12-28T04:52:00,Galdius,"<div align=""center"">The reaction was exactly as she expected. Hostile. Charlotte remained silent as she received a brow beating from a man was clearly trying to assert his dominance among the small group, something that Charlotte, coming from a big family of six, mostly men, had to deal with a lot. although found it funny that the man was supposed to be the guy finding the terrorist, yet he just called her another one of those ""Bookpeople."" She had a silent chuckle at the comment, firstly due to the sheer stupidity of it, and secondly, she wasn't one of those ""people"", She was an outdoorsy type, who had served in the army and was a very active person, which should have been fairly noticeable from her stance and build. But again, she remained silent, awaiting for an appropriate time to talk as the more aggressive German woman jumped in, who was also contesting the mans jump up to leadership in this little rag tag group. Another woman, who looked of middle eastern heritage added a valid point, but was overshadowed by one of the ""leaders"" lackeys quickly attempted to change the subject over to how suspicious the German woman was being, which, with how the current mood was right now, wasn't going to end without some sort of bloodshed.<br/><br/>Stepping forward again, her calm demeanor completely unchanged by the aggressiveness and hostility of the situation. ""We aren't going to kill anyone."" She reiterated in a commanding tone, keeping her left hand on her blade in her blazer pocket. ""We aren't going to kill anyone because that's exactly how the bomber wants this to go down."" Explaining the situation, she stood still, her hard eyes locking into the hatch mans. ""He or she wants us to be come divided, and start killing each other, think about it for a second? Do you seriously believe that killing the terrorist is going to restart the elevator? It doesn't make any sense."" she added, still locked in a stare down with the man, something that she wasn't going to lose. <br/><br/>""And nobodies going looking for the bomb because if the terrorist is on board, he or she will detonate it once we start tampering with it."" She stated, her cold and calm tone as she continued to stare down the man. ""Now, this woman over here has stated a very valid point."" Charlotte pointed over the middle eastern looking woman, but kept her eyes locked on the hatch mans. ""This could be a prank, but this could be a real threat, so we can't do anything other than remain calm until we can make an informed and calculated decision."" she stopped, leaning back against the elevator wall, her hand still clutching her knife which sat in her pocket. ""Holen Sie sich hinter mir."" She said loud enough for the other German woman to hear.</div>"
13234,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=50,2014-12-28T05:15:00,Jessjohnesik,"Johanna quickly nodded at the other German woman's swift remark, making a note in her head to slowly make her way towards the woman over the course of the time, preferably as quickly as possible. She was puzzled by Bob's comments, previously thinking he was a far more balanced and rational person than Tom. Nevertheless, Johanna was smarter than to rabidly attack every person to question her, unlike Tom.<br/><br/>""Oh don't worry Bob, I'm just afraid Monsieur Tom might attempt any dangerous moves towards me. I'd say you be wary as well, given his current state he could be a danger to everyone. Unless of course you want to paint me as the threat, something I hadn't given any signs for."" Johanna replied to Bob's question, attempting to rationalise him. She could see how he could've been wary of her, as Johanna herself criticised her own behaviour prior, believing she could've handled things slightly less angrily."
13235,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=50,2014-12-28T05:47:00,Alleniana,"And just like that, hearing others not freaking out as she did upon the announcement of the bomb, Anna recovered herself.<br/><br/>It seemed to course through, and then suddenly she was calm. The panic retreated to a corner, and she balled her hands into fists. Survival instinct, communal behaviour, mood swing, call it what you would, but her brain leapt forth from the ropes, slowly sinking under the weight of panic, and for a second, she felt invincible.<br/><br/>""No, of course, it would be silly to kill people. If there is a terrorist, which I personally doubt, they've got no reason to wait, or to not announce themself; it doesn't make any sense. No sense at all. I suggest we sit tight. The police obviously have some sort of outside source, and while food and water might be an issue, we can wait it out. And even if not, we can try to climb out. Let's really... not try to fight.""<br/><br/>She concealed how close she had been to tears a few seconds hence remarkably well, and now stood there almost feeling normal. The lights were fine, everyone was a bit close, but she was not physically troubled, and she stood.<br/><br/>""Does anyone want to, I don't know, play I-spy? No, sorry, maybe hangma-, uh, Chinese whispers?""<br/><br/>She almost kicked herself at how juvenile she suddenly sounded, pressure she wasn't feeling bursting words out of her she wasn't accustomed to say, and indeed, it had been even stupider to suggest they play hangman in what could possibly be a life or death situation. But out it came, and maybe the others, pressured as they were also, would take it up."
13236,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=50,2014-12-28T07:39:00,Aelford,"<div align=""center"">Bob Dickson</div><br/><br/>After Bob asked Johanna about her actions, he didn't expect her to say whatever she said. Immediately he felt ashamed of himself.<br/>""Im...sorry... I didn't think of that. Please forgive me. "" he said, scratching his head.<br/><br/>""Damnit Bob. The one time you get to be a Sherlock you mess up. Most of the time the two people who argue, neither of ththem are actually guilty. And I probably just made a new enemy."" He thought.<br/><br/>Then the girl Anna spoke up. Something about China? Chinatown? Chinese dumplings? Chinese Checkers? No, Chinese whisper.<br/><br/>""Hmm, Anna that's a good idea. How do we play this?"" He asked and then whispered loud enough for everyone to hear, but just that. ""Perhaps it will even reveal the terrorist...."""
13237,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=50,2014-12-28T11:22:00,Neo-Chicago,"OOC: Last post from my mobile.<br/><br/>IC: Tom decided to play along, for now. ""Sure, I'll play. It's like Telephone, we sit in a circle and one person comes up with a message, and they whisper it to the person next to them, and that person repeats the message they hear, they can't ask for a repeat. The message is usually way different at the end, the last person says it aloud."" Tom informed the rest, still trying to discern who the terrorist was. He doubted it was either of the Germans, or the Middle Eastern woman. The soldier though... Tom wasn't comfortable about him. The faux leader of a woman must not have been listening, because Tom had never entertained the idea of killing anyone."
13238,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=50,2014-12-28T13:49:00,The Almighty Bob,"<blockquote><div><cite>Neo-Chicago <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323818&amp;p=22934743#p22934743"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""margin-left: 50px;""></span>Tom was momentarily taken aback by the arrogance of this new woman, who he thought to be something of a wallflower at first. He had barely even noticed her at first. She seemes to be something of a carbon copy of the other foreigner, with an amped up sense of superiority. ""Oh goodie, another damned German woman. What the fuck is it with you types? I bet you're another one of those by the books types, afraid to bend the rules. Go ahead and die, it's no skin off my nose. But don't try to tell the rest of us what we can and can't do."" he told her, sickened by her contempt.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 50px;""></span>Although he wasn't really a sexist, he didn't want some little bitch telling him what to do. ""Jusy because we're a medoim-sized group pf people, we don't need a 'leader', so don't try to be one. Frankly, I just want to make it out of here, preferably not in a body bag."" Tom informed the woman. He wished these Germans would see the error of their ways, although if Hitler was any example, they tended to do just the opposite of that. ""Don't get pissy now though, because I'm going to tell you right now that I don't give one flying fuck about what you think you can tell me."" he explained, exasperated. Tom was sick of dealing with people like this, and didn't think he had to defend himself in that right.</div></blockquote><br/>""Oh, great. Less than an hour in and I already want to punch everybody in here."" Steven glanced at Knox. ""Well,<span style=""font-style: italic"">almost</span>everybody. At the same time, Tom is probably the most correct. We all need to make decisions together, otherwise we might as well just start fashioning shanks and having a go. Which do you prefer?"" This was a rhetorical question, but Steve suddenly had the thought that people might actually answer him, which would pretty much only make the situation worse. ""You know what, don't answer that. I don't want to know."""
13239,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=50,2014-12-28T14:58:00,Galdius,"<div align=""center"">""We don't have enough information to act on anything, right now, we are flying totally in the dark."" Charlotte stated yet again to the older gentlemen. While she wasn't opposed to acting as a group, it was acting on the information, or lack of it, provided by the NYPD so far. Mere minutes ago she remembered quite vividly that he was basically saying that the terrorist must die soon and that they should interview people in an attempt to find discrepancies. How they were going to tell the truth from the lies, she wasn't sure at all, considering that everyone's alibi would be perfect rock solid considering that there is no evidence to prove otherwise. It sounded like the kind of plan that could get the wrong guy lynched for not remembering what blend of coffee they had this morning. She shivered at the thought of that whole scenario happening in the elevator, which kind of echoed the Salem witch trials, a bunch of paranoid and scared people acting irrationally, which in the end, got innocent people killed. <br/><br/>""Now let me be quite clear here, I've done nothing but state my points in a calm and clear demeanor, and you friend has been rather aggressive towards me for little reason that I can think of, If I offended him or insulted him in some way then I'm sorry."" She added, hoping to alleviate the tension between the hatch man and her, who, had been pretty nasty towards her since she started opposing him. "" But going poking around for the bomb is not a good idea, if there terrorist is on board with a bomb, chances are he or she will detonate it when we find it and kill all of us."" Charlotte explained, switching eye contact between the hatch man and the older man as realized her hand from left pocket. ""Interviewing people isn't going work either, we have no evidence to prove what they are saying is the truth or a lie, chances are the terrorist has already has a alibi thought out."" she stopped for a second, rubbing her hands through her hair as she attempted to think what to do next. ""And we can't leave, because if the terrorist is on board, her or she will detonate the bombs.""<br/><br/><br/> ""Playing games isn't going to help our situation either."" She pondered aloud, looking over towards the girl of middle eastern heritage, who had suggested the idea. She couldn't exactly blame her for coming up with it, as it was probably only an attempt to combat the stress that had arisen from the fighting between them. ""Now what I think we should do is try to get into permanent contact with the authorities, they are the only ones that can provide us with the information we need to make an informed decision, agreed?"" She concluded as she walked towards the hatchman, hoping that he was going to see the reasoning behind why she had said what she did previously. ""I think we got off on the wrong foot here, I'm Charlotte, you?"" She offered her hand out towards him, hoping to set things off in the right direction. Although she still stood by her stance that the man was behaving like a total asshole, she was willing to chalk it up to panic more than anything else.</div>"
13240,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=50,2014-12-28T16:33:00,Neo-Chicago,"<span style=""margin-left: 50px;""></span>Tom ignored the woman for now, waiting to elaborate upon his own reasoning before accepting her gesture of friendliness. ""Alright, just hear me out here. Suppose that killing the terrorist DOES start the elevator going back up again, and furthermore the bomb is deactivated. Consider the fact that the announcement said that the bomb may go off in a short period of time. These two things to me make it appear as though this is a timed bomb, not one that's remotely detonated. Why would the terrorist go to the trouble of boarding the very elevator he planned to detonate if not to sabotage any attempts to disrupt their bomb from being detonated?"" Tom asked the woman, deciding that this was the time for civility. ""Why would they, unless they were worried that we could somehow stop the bomb? I don't think that killing the terrorist is going to do anything, but finding the terrorist can still help us ascertain details of this bomb."" he said to the others, as he knew that the terrorist would be listening right now.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 50px;""></span>""Also, I already told everyone here my name, so I'm going to assume you weren't listening. It's Tom Walker."" he said, reluctantly shaking hands with the woman. ""While contacting the authorities would be a good idea, as far as I can tell, they're more concerned about damage control than anything else. I've seen situations like this before, I'm an attorney for the New York City court system. I apologize for my somewhat aloof nature. It's just that others have been somewhat more..."" Tom elaborated, looking in the direction of Johanna. ""Unreasonable. I agree we've gotten off on the wrong foot, but I still feel like taking action is in our best interest. I'm willing to hold off somewhat longer, but if someone dies, I'm going up there. It doesn't really help that we can't see for shit since they cut the lights."" Tom said to her, and he believed that reconciliation was the best way to go for now. The terrorist could probably have killed them off one by one if not for their phones. But battery was going to run low pretty soon, and something was stirring in Tom's stomach. He had a... premonition of sorts."
13241,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=50,2014-12-28T20:49:00,Alleniana,"The situation in the elevator seemed to have calmed down greatly, as initial panic and hostility set into more reasoned action and resignation. That was good. And indeed, people were seeing how little sense it made; even better. Anna really didn't think killing people would solve anything, and at this rate, it seemed what was being aimed for by the ""terrorist"".<br/><br/>A couple of people seemed to have taken her up on her offer of a game, so she figured she might as well start it. If only to distract the argumentative from their arguments, at least, before they flared up again.<br/><br/>""So, uh, I'm Anna by the way. I'm a receptionist on the 41st floor.""<br/><br/>She then moved a bit, leaning into Bob's ear, seeing he was one of the less riled-up ones.<br/><br/>""Uhh...""<br/><br/>She scratched about for something innocent for a bit.<br/><br/>""Superman would love a big basket of juicy peaches.""<br/><br/>There."
13242,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=75,2014-12-28T22:29:00,Aelford,"<div align=""center"">Bob Dickson</div><br/><br/>""Tom was right. Batteries are going down. And once the devices stop they're going to strike."" Bob thought.<br/><br/>He then remembered his glow in the dark keychain. He fumbled around in his bag for a moment then took it out.<br/><br/>""Oh, Tom, I got this. Glow in the dark all."" he said as he pulled it off his keys and threw it to Tom."
13243,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=75,2014-12-29T21:19:00,The New World Oceania,"<hr/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">12:28 pm, February 12, 2013</span></div><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div><span style=""font-style: italic"">Ain't no love in the heart of the city.</span><br/><div align=""right"">Dzhokhar Tsarnaev</div></div></blockquote>"
13244,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=75,2014-12-30T21:13:00,The Almighty Bob,"<blockquote><div><cite>Alleniana <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323818&amp;p=22945457#p22945457"">wrote</a>:</cite>The situation in the elevator seemed to have calmed down greatly, as initial panic and hostility set into more reasoned action and resignation. That was good. And indeed, people were seeing how little sense it made; even better. Anna really didn't think killing people would solve anything, and at this rate, it seemed what was being aimed for by the ""terrorist"". <br/><br/>A couple of people seemed to have taken her up on her offer of a game, so she figured she might as well start it. If only to distract the argumentative from their arguments, at least, before they flared up again. <br/><br/>""So, uh, I'm Anna by the way. I'm a receptionist on the 41st floor.""<br/><br/>She then moved a bit, leaning into Bob's ear, seeing he was one of the less riled-up ones. <br/><br/>""Uhh...""<br/><br/>She scratched about for something innocent for a bit. <br/><br/>""Superman would love a big basket of juicy peaches.""<br/><br/>There.</div></blockquote><br/>""Rrrrrrrrrrright. I don't have any, so..."" said Steve, backing away, as he hadn't been paying any attention to the people saying that they should play a game. ""What we need to do is find the terrorist,<span style=""font-style: italic"">then</span>we can argue about what to do with them."""
13245,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=75,2014-12-31T01:47:00,Aelford,"<div align=""center"">Bob Dickson</div><br/>Hmm....<br/><br/>Bob locked eyes with Steve and slowly nodded his head. Then, with a sudden jolt, he moved, and grabbed Steve by the shoulders and shaking him, saying:<br/>""Soup per man would love a BiiiiiiiG bucket of juicy pitches."""
13246,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=75,2014-12-31T07:13:00,Galdius,"<div align=""center"">She might have been wrong about him, he was still kind of an asshole, with the way he shook her hand and the way he reacted when she asked him for his name, his ""Don't question me"" macho attitude, but now he seemed willing to work with her, even though he had basically stated that it was only temporary, so she would have to make the best of it. ""If the cops think the terrorist is on board, his presence on the elevator is holding back EOD techs."" Charlotte informed him, as he told her why he thought it was a time bomb. While he was most likely right about there being some sort of timer mechanism, when she had served in Afghanistan, she hung around with a few of the EOD techs on the FOB she was deployed in and even encountered a few IED's, with almost all of them being simplistic yet diverse little killing machines sometimes made out of old mortar shells and other times just metallic tubes filled with nails. The things sometimes had a very simple remote denotation capabilities, sometimes it was as simple as a battery and some wiring, other times it was a more complex, such as a phone setup, something that everyone on board this elevator had.<br/><br/> The thing that worried her that if the terrorist on board, it was likely that he or she would have some sort of contingency plan if the police or the elevator crew called his or her bluff, the only contingency that came to her mind, was a backup remote detonation. Otherwise, why else would he be on the elevator? ""Its pretty safe to assume that he or she doesn't want us getting off or the police getting into the elevator."" she continued, removing her phone from her pocket in her blazer. ""Considering that remote detonation is so simple that the Taliban can do it, its very likely that he or she have some sort of way of detonating the bomb remotely, most likely using a some sort of phone setup.."" She concluded, glancing down at her own phone screen, the signal was weak but it was decent enough to call someone thankfully, or not, because that meant that what she just said was entirely possible. going along with her original plan, she dialed 9-1-1 onto the phones touch pad and leveled the phone to her ear, awaiting for dispatch to answer.</div>"
13247,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=75,2014-12-31T18:12:00,The Almighty Bob,"<blockquote><div><cite>Aelford <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323818&amp;p=22971723#p22971723"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center"">Bob Dickson</div><br/>Hmm....<br/><br/>Bob locked eyes with Steve and slowly nodded his head. Then, with a sudden jolt, he moved, and grabbed Steve by the shoulders and shaking him, saying:<br/>""Soup per man would love a BiiiiiiiG bucket of juicy pitches.""</div></blockquote><br/>This guy better get off of me or I'm gonna murder him. ""I say, please remove yourself to a reasonable distance, you are within my personal space. If you do not, I shall be forced to fight you as a matter of honor!"" Steven rolled up his sleeves."
13248,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=75,2015-01-01T07:22:00,Krytonus,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Rory O'Driscoll</span></span></div><br/><br/>I sat in one corner with my laptop resting on my crossed legs. I was trying to get into the WiFi.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Let's see...</span><br/>After a little shuffling I found out a small hotspot:<span style=""font-style: italic"">NYDailyHeraldWifi.</span><br/>Huh. The Newspaper I was applying to for the internship. There's no password so I quickly connect. There's three bars, which isn't bad at all, especially considering we're trapped in a lift. I don't hesitate to open Twitter. It takes me a few goes to remember my password. I don't use Twitter much, but like it or not I was going or livetweet this stuff. Recording this shit would definitely get me the internship.<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Rory O'Driscoll<br/>@RoDrisco</span><br/>Got stuck in a lift today with a bunch of people at <span style=""color: #0040FF"">#GEcentre</span>. Power's out except for lights. Apparently bomb in building. Terrorist in here w/ us. Will update.<br/><span style=""color: #0040FF"">#Hellivator</span><br/><hr/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Rory O'Driscoll<br/>@RoDrisco</span><br/>Nobody's sure of what to do. We're gonna play <span style=""color: #0040FF"">#ChineseWhispers</span>. Fine by me.<br/><span style=""color: #0040FF"">#Hellivator</span></blockquote><br/><br/>I sit back and wait. It doesn't take long for my friends to start reblogging. Soon I'm gaining a lot more than my pathetic 23 followers. I decide to tweet again.<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Rory O'Driscoll<br/>@RoDrisco</span><br/>No police or help until terrorist dies. None of us sure who is. Gonna be a long ride. Chinese Whispers has started. Some guy pissed off over personal space. <span style=""color: #0040FF"">#Steven</span>. <br/><span style=""color: #0040FF"">#Hellivator</span></blockquote><br/>""Just to let you guys know, I'm livetweeting this stuff. So uh, yeah. The hashtag is Hellivator, if any of you wanna post too. Different sides and whatever. Save battery if you can."" I say. My laptop is fully charged and I've closed everything apart from chrome, with brightness fully down and power saver turned on, etc. My phone is switched off for when my laptop dies."
13249,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=75,2015-01-01T11:35:00,The Almighty Bob,"<blockquote><div><cite>Krytonus <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323818&amp;p=22985019#p22985019"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Rory O'Driscoll</span></span></div><br/><br/>I sat in one corner with my laptop resting on my crossed legs. I was trying to get into the WiFi.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Let's see...</span><br/>After a little shuffling I found out a small hotspot: <span style=""font-style: italic"">NYDailyHeraldWifi.</span> <br/>Huh. The Newspaper I was applying to for the internship. There's no password so I quickly connect. There's three bars, which isn't bad at all, especially considering we're trapped in a lift. I don't hesitate to open Twitter. It takes me a few goes to remember my password. I don't use Twitter much, but like it or not I was going or livetweet this stuff. Recording this shit would definitely get me the internship. <br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Rory O'Driscoll<br/>@RoDrisco</span><br/>Got stuck in a lift today with a bunch of people at <span style=""color: #0040FF"">#GEcentre</span>. Power's out except for lights. Apparently bomb in building. Terrorist in here w/ us. Will update.<br/><span style=""color: #0040FF"">#Hellivator</span><br/><hr/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Rory O'Driscoll<br/>@RoDrisco</span><br/>Nobody's sure of what to do. We're gonna play <span style=""color: #0040FF"">#ChineseWhispers</span>. Fine by me.<br/><span style=""color: #0040FF"">#Hellivator</span></blockquote><br/><br/>I sit back and wait. It doesn't take long for my friends to start reblogging. Soon I'm gaining a lot more than my pathetic 23 followers. I decide to tweet again.<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Rory O'Driscoll<br/>@RoDrisco</span><br/>No police or help until terrorist dies. None of us sure who is. Gonna be a long ride. Chinese Whispers has started. Some guy pissed off over personal space. <span style=""color: #0040FF"">#Steven</span>. <br/><span style=""color: #0040FF"">#Hellivator</span></blockquote><br/>""Just to let you guys know, I'm livetweeting this stuff. So uh, yeah. The hashtag is Hellivator, if any of you wanna post too. Different sides and whatever. Save battery if you can."" I say. My laptop is fully charged and I've closed everything apart from chrome, with brightness fully down and power saver turned on, etc. My phone is switched off for when my laptop dies.</div></blockquote><br/>Steven glanced over at Rory and sighed. ""Seriously. We are stuck in a lift in 30 Rockefeller and all you can think about is<span style=""font-style: italic"">Twitter</span>?"" He rolled his eyes. ""Well, fine, I suppose. Better than just going mad."" He glanced over at Bob."
13250,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=75,2015-01-01T19:08:00,Neo-Chicago,"""So, are we actually going to play Chinese Whispers or what?"" Tom asked. While doing so, he discreetly took out his phone. Opening up twitter, he tweeted:<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Tom Walker</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 95%; line-height: 116%;"">@Chicago_Tom</span></span><br/>Trapped in an elevator, and already want to strangle most of the people in here. <span style=""color: #0040FF"">#NotJoking #Hellivator</span></blockquote>"
13251,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=75,2015-01-01T23:31:00,The New World Oceania,"<hr/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">12:42 pm, February 12, 2013</span></div><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div><span style=""font-style: italic"">No one really cares until something dramatic happens.</span><br/><div align=""right"">Mitchell Johnson</div></div></blockquote><hr/><br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Galdius <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323818&amp;p=22974067#p22974067"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center"">Going along with her original plan, she dialed 9-1-1 onto the phones touch pad and leveled the phone to her ear, awaiting for dispatch to answer.</div></div></blockquote><br/><br/>One issue — and it is rare but exists — that occasionally arises is that people (teenagers and communications experts, for example) will intercept calls to 9-1-1. It is not a necessarily<span style=""font-style: italic"">popular</span>pastime, but has been done and, when it has been done, has led to the imposition of harsh penalties. The law, however, has yet to be caught up with the ever-quickening pace of technology. Attorneys go on for hours in appellate courts attempting to devise a viable analogy for new communication mediums to no avail, and even then there is a certain difficulty in gathering evidence against a cyber criminal that does not exist in gathering the same evidence for a murderer. Occasionally, those types of criminals intersect.<br/><br/>Take, for instance, a particularly interesting series of attacks Columbia University's<span style=""font-style: italic"">WKCR</span>in 1994, which involved two incidents; the first, in which the station went off air for about twelve seconds one afternoon, and the second, hosted the following night, in which obituaries were read rapidly shortly before entering into a postmodern demonic chant. The source of the WKCR hijackings are unknown. A popular suggestion is he supernatural. Another is art majors.<br/><br/>Likewise, the call sent from between the 40th and 41st floors on the GE Building would have been meant to reach the Marconi Emergency Operator Center. In order to accomplish this, it would need to pass over the East River to reach a Verizon tower, Verizon because Verizon operates all New York City operators, before it was intercepted by a computer system to assign an operator.<br/><br/>None of this occurred. The call's signal was immediately intercepted by a ""Restricted"" call-hijacker somewhere in the vicinity of the Waldorf-Astoria. They spoke quickly.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">“knoxjhannesonstanforthroryodriscollthomaswalkerjohannastiegannabintbahiyyacharlottewolfstevenalexandermacganiganscottdepleur. You have eleven hours.”</span><br/><br/>Static. Silence. The lights go out again."
13252,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=75,2015-01-02T00:28:00,Alleniana,"""Oh, what? What the hell? Ahh! The lights are out again. Dammit. What?""<br/><br/>Anna leaned into her corner of the elevator, backing away from the other shadowy silhouettes, illuminated only by smartphone screens and what ambient light filtered through and about. Leaning on the corner to regain her bearings, suddenly snatched away from her with the lights, she found that it was only the lights snatched away.<br/><br/>Standing up straight again, and fairly certain that it was only the lights that had gone out, and perhaps only she who had jumped thus, she spoke into the dark room.<br/><br/>""So, uhhh... what was that? Does anybody know? Why would they cut the lights again?""<br/><br/>The thoughts of the Chinese whispers game she had started forgotten for now, she looked about the darkened elevator, crowded with bodies, for an answer, any answer at all."
13253,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=75,2015-01-02T07:49:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Knox Stanforth</span></span></div><br/>Knox didn't want to play. He wanted to get the hell out of this elevator and buy his book. This wasn't supposed to be part of all that. He wished he'd picked another elevator, but it was too late now. The best he could do was help, though there wasn't much to help with at the moment. The angry man and that other lady had stopped arguing. He couldn't even remember their names anymore. He was shutting himself out from all the frustration, thinking he could simply drift away from it until everything was over and they were all out of the elevator. To calm himself down he began taking deep breaths, but couldn't stop sobbing and sniffling. He shouldn't have started crying in the first place.<br/><br/>It was a good thing though that the other people in the elevator with him were working out some solutions. Knox was simply too shy to speak up and suggest anything for fear of being opposed and verbally butchered like those two had done with each other earlier. Someone had pulled their phone out and made a call just as Bob Dickson jumped on someone else. Knox couldn't remember that man's name either, but he looked angry. He felt compelled to jump up and stop them, as there was barely enough room to throw punches in this space, but he was far too engulfed in despair to take action. He was scared of dying, and he felt like he wanted to crawl out of the elevator himself, but it was definitely better to stay in here and wait, no matter how bad it got. They'd find a way out eventually. Knox's mom and dad were out there, getting help. It wouldn't be too long, hopefully.<br/><br/>Recollecting himself and drying up the last of his tears, Knox got up from his corner, leaving his bag. He guessed that joining in with this game would be the best thing to do at the moment, even if he really didn't want to and even thought it was dumb. He might just go crazy if he didn't do something normal soon. Knox leaned against the wall again to wait for his turn or something when the lights went off again. He stood up straight, assuming for a moment that it was his fault. But it definitely wasn't. It was dark for a while until his eyes adjusted... But it was dark nonetheless. Knox could only see shadows from the lights emanating from whatever gadgets were being used. The panic began to creep up again, but Knox held his breath and sat back down.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Dammit, dammit, dammit</span>.<br/><br/>Beginning to hyperventilate yet again, Knox took his eyeglasses of and decided to just shut up. There was no reason for him to say anything. He didn't even bother to introduce himself. Unless they asked his name, he'd say of course, but aside from that... Nothing. He was frightened, and he would most definitely stay that way until they were out and safe."
13254,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=75,2015-01-02T18:43:00,The Almighty Bob,"Scottish accent growing stronger as he became more stressed Steven began to panic. ""Oh, no. This is no good. I'm done. That's it, I'm done. No light is pushing it, even for me. I'm just gonna sit in this corner. Bye. I'm done."" Steven fumbled over to a corner and just sat down. ""Call me when the lights come back on. I'm finished."" He curled up in the fetal position."
13255,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=75,2015-01-02T20:30:00,Neo-Chicago,"<span style=""margin-left: 50px;""></span>Unlike many of the others responses, Tom merely chuckled. ""Well, I heard a bunch of names, all of them belonging to people in the elevator, considering you had it on speakerphone. My guess is that the person who wasn't mentioned is the terrorist. So... did anybody catch that?"" he asked, considering he hadn't bothered to write down all of the names, mostly because of the absence of a writing utensil. Honestly, he had only heard his name, Knox Stanforth's, Depleur's, and he thought Steven's. Tom thought he would completely lose it within the next 11 hours, go out stark raving mad. ""Either that or the 'you have eleven hours' part means that everyone who had a name mentioned is going to die. Or maybe he means that his accomplice in the elevator will kill one of us in eleven hours. Take your pick, I personally hope it's the former or the latter."" he told the rest.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 50px;""></span>Although he felt like kind of a terrible person for thinking it, he secretly hoped that Johanna died first, considering she was the main thing that was stressing him out. The rest were all fine, except maybe a couple of them. Tom covertly reached into his briefcase, and drank from a can of Mountain Dew he had in there, which was among several. He supposed that Chinese Whispers was out of the questions at this point, considering how freaked out some of them were. Their cowardice sicked him, especially considering the fact that the only major thing that had happened recently was the lights going out. Steven's reaction annoyed him more than the others.<span style=""font-style: italic"">What the hell, is this cowardly fuck afraid of the dark or something?</span>he asked himself.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Tom Walker</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 95%; line-height: 116%;"">@Chicago_Tom</span></span><br/>Aaaand the lights are out. This isn't exactly what I was expecting this morning. Not to mention some asshole hijacked a 911 call. <span style=""color: #0040FF"">#TruePatriot #Hellivator</span></blockquote>"
13256,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=75,2015-01-03T05:05:00,Krytonus,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Rory O'Driscoll</span></span></div><br/><br/>My face is bathed in the pale blue glow of my Laptop as the lights go out. I barely catch the names,<span style=""font-style: italic"">including mine.</span>.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">How do these freaks know my name?</span><br/>One guy, Tom(?) proposes that somebody wasn't named, and that that person is the terrorist. I clear my throat.<br/>""I don't know, I heard a bunch of names, and I can't pin them all to people here, but-"" I turn to face the guy I think is Bob. ""You're name's Bob Richardson or something, right? I don't think I heard a Bob... There's no proof that you're the terrorist though."" I say sheepishly, expecting a pretty bad reaction. I slink back down to my computer.<br/>""That's what I heard, anyway."" I start typing out a new tweet.[quote=""The Almighty Bob"";p=""22986592""]<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Rory O'Driscoll<br/>@RoDrisco</span><br/>Somebody's call to 911 just got hijacked. Somebody listed off all of our names. Except for one. People are thinking that person could be the terrorist. <span style=""color: #0040FF"">#Breakingdown</span><br/><span style=""color: #0040FF"">#Hellivator</span></blockquote>"
13257,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=75,2015-01-03T05:55:00,Alleniana,"""Oh, uhh... someone said all our names? Mine?""<br/><br/>Anna looked concerned. She hadn't heard the phone call, partially due to her preoccupation with thinking quite hard about nothing at the time and also due to her position. From what she had heard, though, it seemed as if the lights had gone out due to the call, to 911, perhaps hijacked. Quite odd, if that was what had indeed happened.<br/><br/>""Uh, anything we could use to... verify the terrorist, if there is one? I mean, just verification...""<br/><br/>At that moment, the proverbial light globe went off. Phone, verification, eradication of danger.<br/><br/>""Hey, um, what if we all phone someone we know and get them to prove that we're not the terrorist? Wouldn't that prove whether there's a terrorist or not, and who it is?""<br/><br/>This was... a good idea? She realised the potential for armchair sleuthing and argument, even false incrimination... maybe it wasn't such a good idea. But the cat was out of the bag."
13258,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=75,2015-01-03T10:11:00,The Almighty Bob,"<blockquote><div><cite>Alleniana <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323818&amp;p=23008394#p23008394"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Oh, uhh... someone said all our names? Mine?""<br/><br/>Anna looked concerned. She hadn't heard the phone call, partially due to her preoccupation with thinking quite hard about nothing at the time and also due to her position. From what she had heard, though, it seemed as if the lights had gone out due to the call, to 911, perhaps hijacked. Quite odd, if that was what had indeed happened. <br/><br/>""Uh, anything we could use to... verify the terrorist, if there is one? I mean, just verification...""<br/><br/>At that moment, the proverbial light globe went off. Phone, verification, eradication of danger. <br/><br/>""Hey, um, what if we all phone someone we know and get them to prove that we're not the terrorist? Wouldn't that prove whether there's a terrorist or not, and who it is?""<br/><br/>This was... a good idea? She realised the potential for armchair sleuthing and argument, even false incrimination... maybe it wasn't such a good idea. But the cat was out of the bag.</div></blockquote><br/>Steven uncurled from his ball in the corner. ""I'm pretty sure even terrorists have friends. Sorry to disappoint, but I don't think there's any reliable way to tell. Maybe we should just play Russian Roulette. Get it over with."" Steven realized he was really not doing himself any favors, but he was too scared and upset to stop and think."
13259,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=75,2015-01-03T11:52:00,Neo-Chicago,"<blockquote><div><cite>Alleniana <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323818&amp;p=23008394#p23008394"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Oh, uhh... someone said all our names? Mine?""<br/><br/>Anna looked concerned. She hadn't heard the phone call, partially due to her preoccupation with thinking quite hard about nothing at the time and also due to her position. From what she had heard, though, it seemed as if the lights had gone out due to the call, to 911, perhaps hijacked. Quite odd, if that was what had indeed happened. <br/><br/>""Uh, anything we could use to... verify the terrorist, if there is one? I mean, just verification...""<br/><br/>At that moment, the proverbial light globe went off. Phone, verification, eradication of danger. <br/><br/>""Hey, um, what if we all phone someone we know and get them to prove that we're not the terrorist? Wouldn't that prove whether there's a terrorist or not, and who it is?""<br/><br/>This was... a good idea? She realised the potential for armchair sleuthing and argument, even false incrimination... maybe it wasn't such a good idea. But the cat was out of the bag.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 50px;""></span>""You know, if your friend was a terrorist, would you rat him out? I mean, I would, but if he was your BEST friend? Or even more likely, maybe the terrorist didn't order a press release to everyone he knows? Also, how exactly would you prove someone was a terrorist over the phone, for that matter?"" Tom asked, bombarding the woman with questions. He was taken aback by the fact that she hadn't heard the phone call, though then again he had done similar things in the past. There were several people who, as far as he could tell, hadn't moved or spoken after getting onto the elevator. Tom was very disturbed by this fact, and simultaneously befuddled. He made a mental note not to trust Dickson, as he was their prime suspect for now. Then again, things could change in the next eleven hours. ""What if the terrorist doesn't know that they're the terrorist? For example, some guy planted a bomb on him or something? I mean, we already know that someone else is involved with this act of terrorism."" he proposed, although he only halfheartedly believed that this was the case himself.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Tom Walker</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 95%; line-height: 116%;"">@Chicago_Tom</span></span><br/>Apparently someone thinks that it would be a good idea to just call some random contact from each person's phone and essentially say, ""This guy a terrorist?"" <span style=""color: #0040FF"">#StupidPlan #Hellivator</span></blockquote>"
13260,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=75,2015-01-04T03:08:00,Aelford,"<div align=""center"">Bob Dickson</div><br/><br/>Bob started to panic. After slowly zoning out (forgetting about this RP) for a short moment, he was suddenly jolted back to the present, which a voice announced over the microphone that they had eleven hours.<br/><br/>“knoxjhannesonstanforthroryodriscollthomaswalkerjohannastiegannabintbahiyyacharlottewolfstevenalexandermacganiganscottdepleur. You have eleven hours.”<br/><br/>After Rory and Tom had seemingly accused him of being the ""terrorist"", he started thinking horribly. Were they going to grab him, one guy holding to his arms while the other slowly strangled him to death? But this was the terrorist's idea of the game wasn't it? To confuse and turn people against each other?<br/><br/>Bob knew what he had to do. He took out his penknife he had in his backpack, and the glow in the dark keychain light, and held it up to his face. He then aligned the biggest and meanest looking knife to his chest.<br/><br/>""I'll prove that I'm not. The terrorist is messing with us. I've watched enough movies to know that you guys are going to kill me first, for any excuse. So I'll do it for you, to prove I'm not. Haha! When I die, throw me out the elevator or something.""<br/><br/>Although he wasn't really religious, he said a quick prayer to any god, being, or deity out there, who would listen to him. He hoped he wouldn't actually die, but if he did, he hoped they would give him mercy. He then shouted ""GOODBYE FUCKAS!"" as he plunged the knife, deep into his heart, where he would die a slow, painful, yet meaningful death.<br/><br/>OOC: Yes, Bob just stabbed himself in the chest with a knife. I'm (possibly) killing off my character to prove his innocence. (He still could be the terrorist.) I guess it's up to you guys to either save him or let him die."
13261,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=75,2015-01-04T05:46:00,Alleniana,"Anna frowned.<br/><br/>""Well, I mean, come on, it's an idea, isn't it? It doesn't involve interrogation or climbing outside, it's just phoning some people. It could easily not work, but it's better than nothing! At the moment, we have no idea. Maybe this would make it so that we have slightly less of a no idea.""<br/><br/>She realised how stupid that sounded, but she got the point across; why not start here? Everyone else was getting stressed out, maybe phone calls to people they knew, presumably ones with a positive influence on them would help? She was scratching at straws here, but nobody else even had a straw.<br/><br/>Well, except maybe Bob, who perhaps had half a straw. He stabbed himself.<br/><br/>""What? WHAT?! NO, WHAT THE HELL ARE YOU DOING, WHAT THE FUCK?!""<br/><br/>Receptionists were meant to have good people skills, but even Anna freaked out here.<br/><br/>""NO, HOLY SHIT, ARE YOU FUCKING CRAZY?""<br/><br/>Glued to the floor in shock, as if lead was attached to all her parts for a second, she became wide eyed and shrill, before leaping, nay, lunging at Bob and trying to grab the knife.<br/><br/>""No, bloody hell, DON'T KILL YOURSELF!""<br/><br/>Blood now flowed freely, and she looked around for help, her own mind ragged at the edges."
13262,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=75,2015-01-04T11:20:00,The Almighty Bob,"<blockquote><div><cite>Alleniana <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323818&amp;p=23020702#p23020702"">wrote</a>:</cite>Anna frowned. <br/><br/>""Well, I mean, come on, it's an idea, isn't it? It doesn't involve interrogation or climbing outside, it's just phoning some people. It could easily not work, but it's better than nothing! At the moment, we have no idea. Maybe this would make it so that we have slightly less of a no idea.""<br/><br/>She realised how stupid that sounded, but she got the point across; why not start here? Everyone else was getting stressed out, maybe phone calls to people they knew, presumably ones with a positive influence on them would help? She was scratching at straws here, but nobody else even had a straw. <br/><br/>Well, except maybe Bob, who perhaps had half a straw. He stabbed himself. <br/><br/>""What? WHAT?! NO, WHAT THE HELL ARE YOU DOING, WHAT THE FUCK?!""<br/><br/>Receptionists were meant to have good people skills, but even Anna freaked out here. <br/><br/>""NO, HOLY SHIT, ARE YOU FUCKING CRAZY?""<br/><br/>Glued to the floor in shock, as if lead was attached to all her parts for a second, she became wide eyed and shrill, before leaping, nay, lunging at Bob and trying to grab the knife. <br/><br/>""No, bloody hell, DON'T KILL YOURSELF!""<br/><br/>Blood now flowed freely, and she looked around for help, her own mind ragged at the edges.</div></blockquote><br/>Steve looked up from his fetal position. ""Well, now you've gone and done it, haven't you? Pulling it out of him like that. It was acting as a blockage which would slow the flow of blood, but he's pretty much screwed now. And good riddance. He's clearly mentally unstable, and we've got enough of that in this box already."" He barely restrained himself from saying coffin instead. Perhaps that was a good sign. ""Either way, calling people won't help either. It's just a proxy extension of my idea of interrogating people, and as several of you pointed out repeatedly and at length, that won't actually help."""
13263,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=75,2015-01-04T15:44:00,Neo-Chicago,"<span style=""margin-left: 50px;""></span>Bob was now almost completely drained of life. This sent Tom into stunned silence for several minutes. ""So... since no one else is saying this... if we start starving, does anyone want to, uh... eat him?"" Tom said, half-joking. He knew the rest would be disturbed by this. (At least, hopefully.) Since no one had really responded to him, Tom told the rest, ""If you do happen to... consume some of him, don't eat the brain. That causes plenty of mental diseases."" After saying this, he decided to stay quiet for the time being. Now that the idea was out there, he knew SOMEONE would act on it. As long as they weren't killing each other solely to eat, they would be fine. Tom doubted that he would actually eat any of Dickson, but if he did, he'd probably eat some of his leg meat, since he didn't want to bite into any entrails or anything like that."
13264,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=75,2015-01-04T16:54:00,The New World Oceania,"<hr/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">1:42 pm, February 12, 2013</span></div><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div><span style=""font-style: italic"">It may just be time to unleash hell.</span><br/><div align=""right"">Eric Bolling</div></div></blockquote><br/><br/>The anchor is 5""10'. The cameraman is Ghandi-sized. For this very reason it is suggested that they never be paired, especially when breaking news. Covering a story at the New York City Supreme Court, however, they were together the nearest available when the reports came in that a terror attack was ongoing at Rockefeller Plaza. This turned out to work well, however. Harvey could get a great shot from slightly nearer to the ground than usual, newscaster at the center, the whole of the GE in the background. It was incredible.<br/><br/>""I'm Ashleigh Banfield, reporting with CNN from Rockefeller Plaza. Today at around 9:15 a.m., a report came in that an elevator at 30 Rock, behind me, was caught hard in the shaft: thrusting back and forth wildly, technicians cut power. The culprit, a 911 call reveals; a bomb inside the building.<br/><br/>""Although both police and 30 Rock technicians have declined comment, we have reports that the NYPD Commissioner was caught entering the building earlier today around 10:00. This afternoon, a storm of tweets with the hashtag<span style=""font-style: italic"">Hellivator</span>confirmed the worst: there are reports of a bomb inside the building. We're going to Peter Bergen in Atlanta, CNN national security expert, to discuss the threat level. Peter?""<br/><br/>Screen splits in two.<br/><br/>""I'm here, Ashleigh, thanks for having me. Now, you know, this should've been seen coming from miles away. Threats on high-profile buildings like 30 Rock have signs before they show up, and the culprit — whomever they are — will no doubt be in custody by this evening based on what I've heard so far.""<br/><br/>""You too, Peter, thanks for being on. Looking through the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Hellivator</span>feed, it looks like some are suggesting that the terrorist might be<span style=""font-style: italic"">inside</span>of the elevator. Do you believe these rumors?""<br/><br/>""Well, we can't make these kinds of presumptions by ourselves. I mean, you, ah, you really have to reflect to the Police and Fire Departments if you actually want to know this kind of stuff. Do I think the perpetrator of these acts might be in one of the elevators? I don't know, really. It both makes sense and wouldn't make sense at the same time. If anyone really wants to attack this kind of target, they're going to bomb the Top of the Rock. That ought to be our real, first concern. Unless they're a suicide bomber, they wouldn't put themselves in the center of all this action. I'm sure a lot of elevators are stopped. And I don't think those matter at all right now. What we need to be doing is getting people out of the building, and if I'm right then there are still people at the Top of the Rock because I know the kinds of people who work in places like this and, to be frank with you Ashleigh, they are<span style=""font-style: italic"">not</span>smart people!""<br/><br/>""Yeah, Peter, I've been told quite a few of the tweets are in fact from people at the Top of the Rock, we know that FDNY is not allowing anyone but authorized personell into this building, and I really want your opinion on this, Peter: there are unconfirmed rumors spreading that, if the man inside the elevator is ki—""<br/><br/>The shot is a lucky shot. Behind the anchor an explosion bursts from the 60th floor. Some screaming, gasps; Ashleigh ducks, Harvey stands up and almost drops the camera; interjections, oh-my-gods, police yelling.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><div align=""center"">Elevator 17</div></span><br/>The elevator rattles violently for a moment, dropping ever so slightly before winding back up again. The loudspeaker sounds through the shaft.<br/><br/>""Take us seriously or suffer the consequences. You have ten hours.""<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Robert Dickson</span></div>Blood loss of 22%. Heart rate 107 bpm. Left lung filling from internal bleeding. Shock onsetting. 240 seconds remaining."
13265,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=75,2015-01-04T19:55:00,Neo-Chicago,"""How the fuck am I supposed to take you seriously, when I don't know who you are, or what you want? Call me old fashioned, but the best terrorist organisation is Cobra, fictional or otherwise, as they're at least clear about what they want, and who they are!"" Tom shouted at the top of his lungs. These terrorists were starting to get on his nerves, and he kicked the elevator doors several times. He wasn't sure if they weren't directly addressing the elevator passengers, but if they were, they were just idiots. ""Representative in the elevator, I know you're listening to me, joining these terrorists was fucking stupid. In the corner, I want you all to write on little slips of paper if you're the terrorist, and if you are, why you're doing what you're doing. These notes can be anonymous or not. I implore you, terrorist to be honest. You don't have to put your name on it, just tell us 'Why?'. That's all we want to know."" he said to the others, and took out a small pad of sticky notes, and a pen. He was the first to grab a sticky note, and wrote 'No, I am not the terrorist.' on it. Tom wasn't going to put his name, because if he was going to get a straight answer, he should encourage anonymity.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Tom Walker</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 95%; line-height: 116%;"">@Chicago_Tom</span></span><br/>The best terrorist organisation is Cobra, fictional or otherwise, because they're clear about their demands and identity. <span style=""color: #0040FF"">#CobraCommander #Hellivator</span></blockquote>"
13266,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=75,2015-01-04T20:53:00,The New World Oceania,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">CNN Breaking News</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 95%; line-height: 116%;"">@CNNbrk</span></span><br/>Bomb detonated on sixtieth floor of GE Building at <span style=""font-weight: bold"">@rockcenternyc</span>. Terrorist holding elevator hostage, <span style=""font-weight: bold"">@chicago_tom</span>, identifying self as commander of ""Cobra."" <span style=""color: blue"">#helivator #breaking</span></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">LeBron James</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 95%; line-height: 116%;"">@KingJames</span></span><br/>Prayers go out to victims of <span style=""color: blue"">#helivator</span>. WTF is wrong with people.</blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Erik Rush</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 95%; line-height: 116%;"">@erikrush</span></span><br/>Bet <span style=""font-weight: bold"">@chicago_tom</span> is another fucking Muslim. <span style=""color: blue"">#helivator</span></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Mumford &amp; Sons</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 95%; line-height: 116%;"">@MumfordAndSons</span></span><br/>We will be canceling our concert tonight due to the unforeseen tragedy at <span style=""color: blue"">#helivator</span>. Tickets refunds at our website.</blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Liam Schaeffer</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 95%; line-height: 116%;"">@noahgramm</span></span><br/>(2/2) fcking sis is at Top of the Rock. Maybe if <span style=""font-weight: bold"">@CNN</span> would cut their bullshit with <span style=""color: blue"">#helivator</span> we could talk about the real victims</blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Sean Hannity</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 95%; line-height: 116%;"">@seanhannity</span></span><br/>FOX covering <span style=""color: blue"">#helivator</span> live now. The ONLY station with reporters INSIDE 30rck. More detail tonite <span style=""color: blue"">#hannity#fairandbalanced</span></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Hend</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 95%; line-height: 116%;"">@LibyaLiberty</span></span><br/>Please don't be a ""Muslim."" <span style=""color: blue"">#helivator</span></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bad Dad Jokes</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 95%; line-height: 116%;"">@baddadjokes</span></span><br/>So a dead man walks into an elevator. <span style=""font-weight: bold"">@chicago_tom</span> says '""hi"" <span style=""color: blue"">#helivator</span></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">NYPD News</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 95%; line-height: 116%;"">@NYPDnews</span></span><br/>We have NOT confirmed the identity of the perpetrator of the attack and have no further comment on the matter at this time. <span style=""color: blue"">#helivator</span></blockquote><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Robert Dickson</span></div>Blood loss of 24%. Heart rate 92 bpm. Left lung failed, blood passing into throat. In shock, face red. Unconscious. 190 seconds remaining."
13267,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=100,2015-01-04T23:56:00,Aelford,"<div align=""center"">Bob Dickson</div><br/><br/>A flickering light. A weird sensation. A fuzzy feeling all over.<br/>""So the gods have let me die? At least they've given me mercy. Im not in hell."" Bob said.<br/>No sooner did he say that when he felt a sharp pain in his chest. Then he felt no air, no breath. Tasted raw blood. And it ended as soon as it started.<br/>""Dickson....Bob...Still alive....""<br/>Bob turned towards the source of the sound. Was he dead?<br/>He saw the glowing figure, standing on the floor in front of him. No, not standing. Floating.<br/>It was him, or at least looked like him. Another version of Bob.<br/>He then realised where he was.<br/><br/>They was standing, or floating on a white tiled floor, which shifted colours every moment. But a light, a glow shone through it, like how sunlight shines through the deep waves of the ocean.<br/><br/>Bob took his eyes away from the floor, and tried to look at the figure, but the figure was very blurry. Yet it radiated light and warmth. He took a shaky step towards the other version of himself.<br/><br/>""Confusing, isn't it. You are in the state of life and death. You've been blessed with life, yet you are trapped in death."" The figure explained. ""I am your brain talking to you, or maybe a god is talking to you, through your own brain?""<br/><br/>Bob tried to take all that in, until the figure asked, ""Bob, what is the meaning of life?""<br/><br/>""I...don't know."" he admitted.<br/><br/>The figure looked sad, and disappointed for a moment. Then, as though he understood something important, the disappointment was replaced with a smile on Bob number 2's face.<br/><br/>""Then go on. Live. Until you are ready to die an actual death. Goodbye. I hope we meet again,when you are ready to move onto the next life. Then we shall talk.""<br/><br/>Bob heard the figure's last words, before collapsing into the floor, into darkness."
13268,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=100,2015-01-05T00:27:00,The New World Oceania,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Robert Dickson</span></div>Blood loss of 24%. Heart rate 76 bpm. Left lung deflated. Blood filling mouth. Death rattle. Agonization phase (<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EaO6Ktir67g"" rel=""nofollow"">listen( a background)</a>closure. Dendritic spine at final synapse.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">CONVULSIONS<div align=""center"">! and we are at ground</div><div align=""right"">zero, your father lied, he was alway<br/>s fucking him, it was happening when t</div><br/>he tower <div align=""center"">went <span style=""font-weight: bold"">down</span> we</div><div align=""center"">[spoile](r at the centre )again ""touched me in places had not <span style=""text-decoration: underline"">agre<br/><span style=""color: #FF4040"">e~</span>ee e-<span style=""color: #FF8000"">e</span>—ed up""""ond how</span></div><div align=""right"">Max Headroom broadcast signal<br/>intrusion was a television</div><div align=""center"">did that make y</div><div align=""right"">signal hijacking that occurred<br/>in Chicago, Illinois, on the</div><div align=""center"">ou feel""<span style=""font-weight: bold"">?</span></div><div align=""right"">evening of November 22, 1987.</div><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Like I was being raped <span style=""color: #FAFAF9"">again</span></span></div></div></div><br/><br/>A sudden release of urine and excretion and semen and stomach acid which burns through the rectum and 102 seconds remaining until free free free at last."
13269,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=100,2015-01-05T01:34:00,Aelford,"<div align=""center"">Bob Dickson</div><br/><br/>Bob Dickson woke with a jolt. And his chest hurt because of his earlier attack. Damn.<br/><br/>Breathing heavily and wheezing, he took a deep breath. It hurt, but he ignored it and spit some blood out of his mouth.<br/><br/>""Damn i have to survive. "" he thought.<br/><br/>He struggled and tried to speak, at least whisper. He managed to croak out, ""Guys, im still alive. I want to live. I want to survive... ""<br/><br/>OOC: OP do I really have to die so early? Lol its like you are extremely eager for me to be killed off."
13270,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=100,2015-01-05T06:30:00,Alleniana,"""No, what the, fa, oh b, bu...""<br/><br/>Anna knelt on the ground in the midst of the pool of Bob's blood, looking around in near confusion, her hands making formless gestures. No, this wasn't real. It couldn't be. Absolutely no way, no way in any universe, nope nope nope nope nope.<br/><br/>She began to grope at the wound, still leaking bright red, and finally took off her jacket in a haze, managing somehow, most likely with adrenalin, to wrap it around his chest with no real exertion. She pulled it tight, hoping she was stemming some of the blood, buttons tight, and a huge, huge dark patch spreading, expanding in bursts as each new heartbeat ejected more lifeblood.<br/><br/>""No, come on, does anyone know anything? Help? The guy's dying.""<br/><br/>Anna sat there dejectedly, almost disappointed. At some point, she'd just gone over the edge. She'd stopped thinking, and now she just responded. Responding to stimuli, making formless requests, reaching out at the world and hoping someone with more of a clue and more fortitude would pull her out. Of course, that wouldn't happen.<br/><br/>She pushed on this chest, applying pressure in a way that was supposed to help.<br/><br/>He wheezed, whispered.<br/><br/>""There there, everything will be alright.""<br/><br/>No, her mouth was indeed no longer connecting with her brain.<br/><br/>She noticed a sticky note on her finger. She stuck it onto Bob's jacket, right in the middle of the big wet patch. It slowly turned a sort of red.<br/><br/>She nearly began to giggle, then hiccuped abruptly and began to sob, bloodied hands covering her face."
13271,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=100,2015-01-05T07:23:00,Krytonus,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Rory O'Driscoll</span></span></div><br/><br/>""Okay hold the<span style=""font-style: italic"">fuck</span>up don't do anything please hold on hold on...""<br/>My fingers are shaking as I type out another tweet.<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Rory O'Driscoll<br/>@RoDrisco</span><br/>Bob DIckson has stabbed himself we need help quickly can someBody give us advice I don't think he has long will post picture if needed please help us<br/><span style=""color: #0040FF"">#Hellivator</span></blockquote><br/>I set my laptop to the side in a panic.<br/>""Okay, listen, I'm in the Scouts, uh, we need to apply pressure to the wound, and uh, make sure he isn't choking on his own blood... Damn, uh... We never went over stabbings... Just keep pressure on the wound. Try keep it clean, I'm gonna try and find out what to do."" I belt out as I desperately check #Hellivator. I quickly pull out my phone and snap a picture of the wound. I post it quickly with the hashtag, and hope for some advice."
13272,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=100,2015-01-05T09:39:00,The New World Oceania,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Robert Dickson</span></div>Blood loss of 24%. Heart rate 0 bpm. Total organ failure.<br/><br/>Deceased, 1:24 p.m., February 12, 2013. The elevator remains still."
13273,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=100,2015-01-05T09:54:00,Krytonus,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Rory O'Driscoll</span></div><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Rory O'Driscoll<br/>@RoDrisco</span><br/>Bob Dickson is dead. He stabbed himself. To Bob's family, I'm so, so so sorry. He seemed like a good man. <span style=""color: #0000FF"">#Hellivator</span></blockquote><br/><br/>I'm shaking."
13274,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=100,2015-01-05T14:33:00,Neo-Chicago,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Tom Walker</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 95%; line-height: 116%;"">@Chicago_Tom</span></span><br/>Yeah fuck you <span style=""font-weight: bold"">@erikrush</span>. I'm more of a patriot than you'll ever be. Born in raised in Chicago, far better than the shithole called New York. Don't know why you're turning on a republican. <span style=""color: #0040FF"">#ProbablyALefty #Hellivator</span></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Tom Walker</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 95%; line-height: 116%;"">@Chicago_Tom</span></span><br/>We should just nuke every country that threatens us, they think they can walk all over ever since they bombed us. <span style=""color: #0040FF"">#TruePatriot #Hellivator</span></blockquote><br/><br/>Tom punched the wall, while the others still posted their sticky notes on the opposite one. He dragged Bob's body over to the upper-right corner of the elevator, probably the Northeast side of it. When he was sure no one was looking, he sifted through the man's pockets, and found an energy bar. Unwrapping it, he took a bite out of it, crumpled up the wrapper, and tossed at Dickson's face. He took out his Android, and blasted ""Hey Man, Nice Shot"" through his earbuds at full volume. Rage built up in him, and he kicked the elevator door so hard he actually left a minor dent in it. ""FUCK YOU, YOU PIECE OF SHIT TERRORIST! YOU'RE GONNA DIE LIKE THE REST OF US, AND NO ONE WILL EVEN KNOW YOUR MOTHERFUCKING NAME TEN YEARS FROM NOW, YOU POINTLESS SHIT!"" he practically screamed in rage. If that terrorist tried to kill him, he would wind up with a knife lodged in his windpipe, several broken ribs, and severe brain damage. He would watch the pathetic fuck beg for mercy, and just sit there, watching him bleed out. That briefcase would do some damage, considering it was made out of metal. ""Is this how you get off, you sick fuck? What the hell is wrong with you, killing nine or so nobodies in an elevator?"""
13275,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=100,2015-01-05T14:37:00,Cylarn,"While pure chaos was brewing in the elevator, Scott Depleur was motionless, seemingly either asleep or dead as he sat in a far corner of the elevator, his sensitive briefcase below his rump. Since his late-20s, he had been fighting the all-pervasive symptoms of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder. The most destructive symptom for him was when he'd black out and lose track of everything, and remain almost comatose for a while. Stress did that occasionally, though this time was much more different. Here he was, in a crowded, stuck elevator, with the end of his career waiting on him. He lost it, and he simply sat there, while God-knows-what happened around him. All he knew before he blacked out was that there was a bomb, but not much else.<br/><br/>Eventually, his eyes flickered open in the dark elevator, illuminated only by the dim lights of cell phones. He could hear the voices of panicking people, and he saw people hunched over what appeared to be one of the people aboard the elevator. Before he could even react, his nose was invaded by the god-awful smell of feces, urine, semen, and stomach acid, which he quickly deduced was coming from the dead body. The smell was known to him; dead bodies always voided their bowels. He didn't know what happened, but even he had the realization that yelling about a dead body would do little to help matters. So, he lifted himself up, and looked down towards the boy, who was desperately trying to figure out what to do to help the man.<br/><br/>Scott proceeded to set his hand down on the boy's shoulder, looking at the man's corpse.<br/><br/>""Step back, son,"" he said, edging a bit closer to the body as he examined it. ""What happened? I....uh...blacked out.""<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Neo-Chicago <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323818&amp;p=23037103#p23037103"">wrote</a>:</cite>-snip-</div></blockquote><br/><br/>It was what Tom said and did that really got Scott's attention. His eyes shot towards Tom, giving him a firm glare.<br/><br/>""Pounding on the door isn't going to help,"" he said. ""You freak out, you cry, you threaten him or her; you're giving them power."""
13276,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=100,2015-01-05T14:46:00,Neo-Chicago,"<blockquote><div><cite>Cylarn <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323818&amp;p=23037153#p23037153"">wrote</a>:</cite>While pure chaos was brewing in the elevator, Scott Depleur was motionless, seemingly either asleep or dead as he sat in a far corner of the elevator, his sensitive briefcase below his rump. Since his late-20s, he had been fighting the all-pervasive symptoms of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder. The most destructive symptom for him was when he'd black out and lose track of everything, and remain almost comatose for a while. Stress did that occasionally, though this time was much more different. Here he was, in a crowded, stuck elevator, with the end of his career waiting on him. He lost it, and he simply sat there, while God-knows-what happened around him. All he knew before he blacked out was that there was a bomb, but not much else.<br/><br/>Eventually, his eyes flickered open in the dark elevator, illuminated only by the dim lights of cell phones. He could hear the voices of panicking people, and he saw people hunched over what appeared to be one of the people aboard the elevator. Before he could even react, his nose was invaded by the god-awful smell of feces, urine, semen, and stomach acid, which he quickly deduced was coming from the dead body. The smell was known to him; dead bodies always voided their bowels. He didn't know what happened, but even he had the realization that yelling about a dead body would do little to help matters. So, he lifted himself up, and looked down towards the boy, who was desperately trying to figure out what to do to help the man.<br/><br/>Scott proceeded to set his hand down on the boy's shoulder, looking at the man's corpse.<br/><br/>""Step back, son,"" he said, edging a bit closer to the body as he examined it. ""What happened? I....uh...blacked out.""<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Neo-Chicago <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323818&amp;p=23037103#p23037103"">wrote</a>:</cite>-snip-</div></blockquote><br/><br/>It was what Tom said and did that really got Scott's attention. His eyes shot towards Tom, giving him a firm glare.<br/><br/>""Pounding on the door isn't going to help,"" he said. ""You freak out, you cry, you threaten him or her; you're giving them power.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Tom sat down against the southwest wall, sweating. ""...I know, it's just that there's nothing we can do. There's a 9/10 chance that we're all going to die in this elevator, even ignoring the bomb. I just..."" he said, and he trailed off. ""I just can't handle not being in control, this isn't like a courtroom or something. All I can do is lay here and die, and frankly, I don't want the terrorist to win. What can we do? You have more experience with terrorists, having served overseas. So tell me Scott, what can we do, besides shit here, and wait to die? Why this elevator, why kill a bunch of random people who don't even mean anything? Is it you? Does this guy have a grudge against you, or something? Do any of you know each other out of the elevator?"" Walker asked, and he rested his head on his briefcase, feeling useless."
13277,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=100,2015-01-05T15:00:00,Jessjohnesik,"Johanna could only watch, from where she was situated, as effectively Bob committed suicide. She glared at his body with an emotionless face, while new sensations crawled through her skin. The oncoming of fear and onset of dazzling ringing in her ears was abruptly stopped by Tom's pointless rage and Scott's comments regarding the actions of Tom. Johanna was standing besides the other German woman, the name of whom she has yet to learn. The rather putrid, yet so far light smell of most notably faeces was registered by her smell. It was far from going to make their entrapment in the elevator any more pleasant.<br/><br/>Johanna was still offset by almost all of the statements Tom made. The fact that she was trapped with a psychopath who didn't like her and little amount of people who could back her up made her fear the situation more seriously. Surely, Johanna attended a few self defence classes, she is tall and not particularly a weakling, but she definitely wasn't too fit or athletic to properly make a coordinated defence or counter attack.<br/><br/>Fortunately, Scott seemed like a reasonable man, so far the second person to hold such a trait. Johanna had observed him previously, he apparently held, or used to hold, some sort of position inside the, possibly, US military. Johanna was glad a person with such training was actually objective at least, although the German woman, judging by her complexion, also seemed to be, or to have been, physically active.<br/><br/>Something else in particular her eye had caught was the way Tom treated Bob's lifeless body. It was barbaric to say at the least. She sincerely wished he was the terrorist, to some extent, despite knowing that this wasn't true. She hoped because otherwise, the terrorist is likely a level headed and intelligent person, which is far more dangerous for everyone on board rather than an obnoxiously outgoing psychopathic individual who wouldn't be able to properly coordinate his actions due to his mental state being clouded with baseless anger or rage.<br/><br/>""I must agree with Scott, we can't let rage get the better of us. "" Johanna promptly stated, having wondered for a long time whether or not she should say anything at all."
13278,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=100,2015-01-05T15:08:00,Cylarn,"<blockquote><div><cite>Neo-Chicago <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323818&amp;p=23037279#p23037279"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Cylarn <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323818&amp;p=23037153#p23037153"">wrote</a>:</cite>-snip-</div></blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/>""This isn't a courtroom, and this sure as shit ain't what I'm used to either,"" Scott said, slowly removing his jacket and looking at it for a second, caressing the decorations before looking back at Tom. ""You think that these terrorists feel that we are innocent people? I've spent 20 years of my life working for my country, and terrorists don't think like you or I. We're baking alive in here - us infidels - and America is watching in shock. What more could a terrorist want than to make an example of enemy civilians? We're now symbols of their struggle; the sacrifices to their manifesto. Our agony, our misery, our infighting, our anger; it feeds them. This is terror, pure and simple.""<br/><br/>He sat his jacket down on his briefcase, and looked back at Tom.<br/><br/>""I know no one in here, and I have no prior experience in this kind of situation,"" he said, keeping his composure. ""I am a Lieutenant-Colonel of the United States Army, and the only thing I can readily fight right now is the fear and agony slowly chipping away at my head. I don't know if I'm the target, because I'm not the only one with brass on their shoulders. There's at least 3 one-stars, and one two-star.""<br/><br/>Scott then sat back down, looking towards Tom.<br/><br/>""Let's all relax, and try to figure this out while the guys on the ground do their part. If we lose our shit, we're all pretty much fucked,"" he said. ""Can someone bring me up to speed?""<br/><br/>Scott may have appeared calm and collected on the surface, but deep down, he was fighting a horrible coalition of rage, guilt, despair, and unbridled fear. He had to keep his wits; not only for his sake, but for everyone else. He was a man in a uniform, the representative of the US Army in this terrorist's little show. If he showed any more weakness, what would happen?"
13279,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=100,2015-01-05T15:29:00,Jessjohnesik,"Johanna's memory jolted as she remembered what she had come to the building initially for. The superiors, or rather colleagues, in the conference could or couldn't know she was in the elevator. She had to call her co-worker Dr Shröder so as to explain the situation at hand. Calling Shröder was more important the calling the people at the conference right now, as she would then take the responsibility to do everything so as to not make Johanna call everyone on her own.<br/><br/>Johanna quickly took her smartphone out of her handbag and started dialling the number. In a matter of twenty seconds she had reached the German coworker.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Dorothea, das ist Johanna. Ich rufe euch von dem Felsen. hat es eine schwere Situation. Der Aufzug war ich in aufgehört hat, und es ist offenbar eine Bombe im Inneren des Gebäudes. Sie werden es jetzt Evakuieren und das, was mit uns geschehen wird, ist unklar. können Sie meine Familie anrufen und die Amerikaner sollte ich treffen Sie.</span><br/><br/>After brief pauses, made by Johanna so as to not interrupt the speaking Dorothea, Johanna spoke again, before finally ending the call. Dorothea was badly surprised by the sudden turn of events, as far as Johanna could tell. She was also quite worried for Johanna's safety.<br/><br/>Johanna wondered if she was getting worried about her safety as well, promptly coming to the conclusion that she was."
13280,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=100,2015-01-05T15:41:00,Neo-Chicago,"<span style=""margin-left: 50px;""></span>After Tom had calmed down, he caught a whiff of the various bodily fluids on the other side of the elevator, and he almost hurled. ""Christ, anyone have air freshener or something?"" he asked, somewhat humorously. ""Anyway, to recap, I suppose, we've gotten absolutely nowhere. We've found that the PA is deafeningly loud when the hatch is open, there are four explosive devices located in the vicinity of the 40th and 42nd floors. One of them is in the elevator shaft, near this elevator. I've acted pretty rashly, we're writing on sticky notes from this stack here, that has a pen next to it. We're posting said sticky notes to the wall, and writing whether or not we're the terrorist, and if we are, why we're doing what we're doing. All of the notes are anonymous, Dickson stabbed himself with some kind of switchblade or something, and a bomb went off around the sixtieth or seventieth floor, I would say, so I wouldn't count it as one of the four. That's pretty much all."" Tom said, completely calm.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 50px;""></span>He thought about the gun, and the three bullets that it contained. He decided against telling any of them about it, it was an... insurance. He had taken the pistol, a Colt Delta Eagle, from the body of a sheriff in southern Maine. The sheriff had been shot down by a man Tom was investigating, the same man who was the prime suspect in the current case. He neglected to tell anyone about it, and had kept it in a hidden compartment in his briefcase, the compartment being hidden by several manila folders. The gun was loaded, but he hadn't left it cocked obviously, because it would be unfortunate for it to discharge while inside of his briefcase. Tom had decided to take the weapon after he realized that there would be no stopping the man he had once known any other way, and he personally suspected the man to be in a deep psychosis. His thoughts didn't linger on the weapon long, however, although he feared he would be using it fairly soon."
13281,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=100,2015-01-05T15:44:00,The Almighty Bob,"<blockquote><div><cite>Neo-Chicago <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323818&amp;p=23037279#p23037279"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Cylarn <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323818&amp;p=23037153#p23037153"">wrote</a>:</cite>While pure chaos was brewing in the elevator, Scott Depleur was motionless, seemingly either asleep or dead as he sat in a far corner of the elevator, his sensitive briefcase below his rump. Since his late-20s, he had been fighting the all-pervasive symptoms of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder. The most destructive symptom for him was when he'd black out and lose track of everything, and remain almost comatose for a while. Stress did that occasionally, though this time was much more different. Here he was, in a crowded, stuck elevator, with the end of his career waiting on him. He lost it, and he simply sat there, while God-knows-what happened around him. All he knew before he blacked out was that there was a bomb, but not much else.<br/><br/>Eventually, his eyes flickered open in the dark elevator, illuminated only by the dim lights of cell phones. He could hear the voices of panicking people, and he saw people hunched over what appeared to be one of the people aboard the elevator. Before he could even react, his nose was invaded by the god-awful smell of feces, urine, semen, and stomach acid, which he quickly deduced was coming from the dead body. The smell was known to him; dead bodies always voided their bowels. He didn't know what happened, but even he had the realization that yelling about a dead body would do little to help matters. So, he lifted himself up, and looked down towards the boy, who was desperately trying to figure out what to do to help the man.<br/><br/>Scott proceeded to set his hand down on the boy's shoulder, looking at the man's corpse.<br/><br/>""Step back, son,"" he said, edging a bit closer to the body as he examined it. ""What happened? I....uh...blacked out.""<br/><br/><br/><br/>It was what Tom said and did that really got Scott's attention. His eyes shot towards Tom, giving him a firm glare.<br/><br/>""Pounding on the door isn't going to help,"" he said. ""You freak out, you cry, you threaten him or her; you're giving them power.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Tom sat down against the southwest wall, sweating. ""...I know, it's just that there's nothing we can do. There's a 9/10 chance that we're all going to die in this elevator, even ignoring the bomb. I just..."" he said, and he trailed off. ""I just can't handle not being in control, this isn't like a courtroom or something. All I can do is lay here and die, and frankly, I don't want the terrorist to win. What can we do? You have more experience with terrorists, having served overseas. So tell me Scott, what can we do, besides shit here, and wait to die? Why this elevator, why kill a bunch of random people who don't even mean anything? Is it you? Does this guy have a grudge against you, or something? Do any of you know each other out of the elevator?"" Walker asked, and he rested his head on his briefcase, feeling useless.</div></blockquote><br/>""Well, on the bright side, we'll all be dead<span style=""font-style: italic"">long</span>before cannibalism becomes an issue. On the other hand, that isn't much of a bright side, is it? No. Now, as for Bob-"" Steve cut off abruptly as Tom began to drag the body into a corner. ""Well. That is one resolution. Suppose it's for the best. I've been around enough of that to know it was either him or us in the end."" He lapsed into silence and decided to check his phone, which he had almost forgotten he even had. The tweets on Hellivator were...less than good. ""Fucking CNN, man. Of course it's CNN. Well, mystery solved,"" Steve said sarcastically, ""it's Tom."" He grabbed the note and wrote something down on it as well."
13282,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=100,2015-01-05T15:47:00,Krytonus,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><div align=""center"">Rory O'Driscoll</div></span></span><br/><br/>I took me a moment, sitting there with my laptop. My head was spinning. A man had just died. He had stabbed himself, he had-<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Oh my God.</span><br/>I was the one who thought it could be him. It was me who said he could've been the terrorist. It was my fault. He was dead because of me.<br/>""It's my fault."" I whisper. ""It's my fault."" I quickly scribble down a reply on the sticky note, which occupies me for a second, and then I'm back in this cold, metal box. I'm physically shaking. I'm barely able to stick the note on the wall, before I sit back and let out a deep, shaky sigh. I slowly sink a hand into my pocket, grasping the pocketknife. At least if something happens, I'll be able to defend myself."
13283,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=100,2015-01-05T15:57:00,Neo-Chicago,"Meanwhile, on Twitter...<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Tom Walker</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 95%; line-height: 116%;"">@Chicago_Tom</span></span><br/>It's official, the liberal media is retarded. The Cobra thing was because the terrorists said ""Myeh, consider us a serious threat! Respect our authoritah!"" or some shit, and it was a reference to G.I. Joe. Fucking morons. <span style=""color: #0040FF"">#LeftyNonsense #Hellivator</span></blockquote>"
13284,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=100,2015-01-05T19:44:00,Alleniana,"He died. He was dead. He was now deceased, pushing up daisies, gone to meet his maker, sitting their with her jacket around his torso and blood everywhere and releasing everything and unmoving and<span style=""font-style: italic"">dead</span>. What sense did that make? What sense did anything make?<br/><br/>Anna heard very little as she finally stood up, her clothing stained with bodily fluids. She took a few steps over to the corner, sat down, oblivious to what the others were doing, and then curled up, her knees up to her face and her eyes closed.<br/><br/>Her fingers, wrapped around her legs, began to tremble a bit, but then that ceased.<br/><br/>She went to sleep. Anna was taking a nap. Perhaps for the better."
13285,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=100,2015-01-05T21:39:00,The New World Oceania,"<hr/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">2:24 pm, February 12, 2013</span></div><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div><span style=""font-style: italic"">Swipe across the plate, don't colony pick.</span><br/><div align=""right"">Bruce Edward Ivins</div></div></blockquote><br/><hr/><br/><br/><div style=""margin-left:75px; margin-right:75px; margin-bottom:5px; margin-top:5px""><div align=""center""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Dismissal of Juror 460, <span style=""font-style: italic"">People of New York v. <span style=""background-color: black;"">___________</span></span></span></div>Juror 460: no, I had just gotten down from a meeting on floor 19.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Court:</span> but you had been in the building on the twelfth?<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Juror 460:</span> yes, I had been there.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Court:</span> and when did you leave?<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Juror 460:</span> at 2:20-ish, when the second one went off.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Mr. Rearden:</span> could I—<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Court:</span> and you opted not to mention this in the questionnaire.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Juror 460:</span> I don't think there was anywhere to do that.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Mr. Rearden: </span>there was.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ms. Sartre:</span> no, I recall there was not. That's not procedure.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Court: </span>if you'll excuse my ignorance I've seen quite a few of these.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ms. Sartre:</span> sorry.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Court:</span> the questionnaires, they make me read them.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Mr. Rearden: </span>apologies, your Honor.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">(brief pause)</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Court:</span> you should have mentioned that under the <span style=""font-style: italic"">voir dire </span>portion on involvement with the crime.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Juror 460:</span> oh.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Court:</span> this could put you under penalty of perjury. I hope you understand why we're serious about this<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Juror 460:</span> I am.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ms. Sartre:</span> couldn't we argue that the heading ""involvement with the crime"" insinuates guilt?<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Court:</span> Mr. Rearden?<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Mr Rearden:</span> I think there's a fine line between the Fifth Amendment and <span style=""font-style: italic"">voir dire</span> proceedings.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Court:</span> we have been using this questionnaire on prevent for upwards of several decades now.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ms. Sartre:</span> right.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Court:</span> I know you, personally, Dian — sorry — Ms Sartre, you have vocally contested the proceedings but that's not what we're doing here.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ms. Sartre:</span> of course.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">(brief pause)</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Mr. Rearden: </span>could we take this off the record for a moment?<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Court:</span> sure.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ms. Sartre:</span> I'd rather — it would be beneficial to the process to keep any discussion with Juror 460 on the record.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Mr. Rearden: </span>confidence in the system.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Court: </span>decorum, now. This isn't what we're here for. If the bailiff would escort Ms. Sartre and Juror 460 out for a moment.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">(discussion held off record)<br/>(brief pause)<br/>(enter Ms. Sartre and Juror 460)</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Mr. Rearden: </span>yes, of course, your Honor, yes. Apologies.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Court:</span> I expect so. Hi Juror 460, how are you doing?<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Juror 460:</span> comme ci comme ca.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Court: </span>this is going to sound bureaucratic, but we need to have everything on the record in English.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">(brief pause)</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Court:</span> it's a real bother.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ms. Sartre:</span> it is.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Juror 460:</span> yes, sorry. I'm good, I'm still — I'm going well, I've got it.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Court:</span> did you and Ms. Sartre exchange any words outside?<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Juror 460:</span> no, none that I know of.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bailiff:</span> I missed that.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Juror 460:</span> no, no we did not.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Court:</span> stop that.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">(Ms. Sartre stops clicking pen)</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ms. Sartre:</span> sorry.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">(discussion held off the record)</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ms. Sartre:</span> did you actually, physically see any of the detonations, or the devices themselves?<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Juror 460:</span> no, I did not.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Court:</span> but you saw him exiting the building.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Mr. Rearden:</span> I don't think it's fair to assume the gender of the individual.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Court:</span> Defendant is a male and can cope.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Mr. Rearden: </span>but that's under the assumption it was the Defendant leaving the building.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ms. Sartre:</span> evidence to the contrary, I have to agree with Mr. Rearden.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bailiff</span>: watch that.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Court</span>: okay.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">(brief pause)</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Court</span>: did you see someone exiting the building, you said?<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Juror 460:</span> yes, I saw them.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Mr. Rearden</span>: well—<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Court</span>: we discussed the matter beforehand, Juror 460. And on that note you should have been excluded in the jury selection process. We enjoyed your service to us, but you have misconstrued justice and we will have to file charges against you for contempt of court, obstruction of justice, and perjury. I advise you enter a plea of no contest and the worst you can receive should be a fine since you don't have any record of this. We take this very seriously, I hope you can understand why we need to do this.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Juror 460:</span> yes, your Honor.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Court</span>: on that note, are there any outstanding objections?<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ms. Sartre:</span> none.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">(brief pause)</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Mr. Rearden:</span> no.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Court:</span> Juror 460, you are dismissed. Ms Sartre, if you could enter the motion I'll sustain. Bailiff, please escort Juror 460 away.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Juror 460:</span> bye.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Mr. Rearden: </span>been nice having you.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">(exit Juror 460)</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ms. Sartre:</span> are we doing 1128 next?<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Court:</span> is this the ""literal pain in the ass?""<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Mr. Rearden:</span> that's the one.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Court:</span> I'm going to have Deputy Marx take care of that one.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ms. Sartre:</span> as much as I'd love a two hour conversation of exactly how this went down and whether or not it's causing an issue for the jury, prosecution might send Richard.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Court:</span> I take it you'll be there, Mr. Rearden?<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Mr. Rearden: </span>as always.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Court:</span> alright. File that motion, both of you need to be present for to-night's round of hearings, if the Bailiff could take a note of charges against 460, and we have an alternate?<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ms. Sartre:</span> yes.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Mr. Rearden: </span>that is correct.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">(Adjourned until Thursday, June 6th, 2013, 7:18 p.m. EST in District Court of New York)</span></div>"
13286,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=100,2015-01-05T23:25:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Knox Stanforth</span></span></div><br/>Knox wasn't speculating at all on who could be the terrorist. There was no reason for him to. He felt bad for Bob Dickson as two other people he could no longer recognize suggested that he was the terrorist. It seemed unfair. The man showed no signs of being a terrorist at all. But Knox couldn't have told, could he? He was just a kid caught up in all of this crap, after all. He wasn't even supposed to be here. Then there was a strange sound from who he assumed was Bob. He sounded panicky as he spoke, but Knox wasn't surprised at all.<br/><br/>""GOODBYE F*CKAS!"" the voice said, and by the sound of it, Knox could tell that someone had probably flipped out. There was a moment of silence, people panicking even more. Unable to handle the suspense, Knox turned his phone towards the wall on which Bob was leaning... And held his breath. Blood. Blood f*cking everywhere. The young boy folded his legs up close to his chest to avoid the expanding puddle of blood coming from Bob, who had apparently stabbed himself. Knox didn't know what to do. He was frightened out of his wits. Suddenly, his hand felt numb, and the phone fell to the elevator car's floor. Blood started to move around it. Knox closed his eyes and grabbed fistfuls of his hair as his breathing became worse, more ragged than before. He was distressed more than he needed to be. To add to this occurrence was a slightly distant explosion, and the sudden jerking of the elevator that made him yelp and whimper in terror. For a moment he thought they were falling. But a voice came from the speaker above the elevator car. ""Take us seriously,"" it said. Knox felt something inside his head break. He began giggling wildly, digging his fingernails into his scalp, but not enough to make them bleed.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Today's a nice f*cking day, isn't it</span>?<br/><br/>""Why me?.. Why me?.."" Knox mumbled, tearing up, though he was still giggling. His mind wasn't nearly strong enough to keep out so much pressure. Someone here needed to die, or else everyone would. But he didn't want to die. Then there was Bob Dickson who was dying. Knox didn't know what to do with him either. And the bomb, oh the bomb... That silly f*cking bomb. Getting lost in this building and putting everyone in danger...<br/><br/>After a short while, it seemed that Bob was dead. The strange sounds coming from him were over, and there was a smell worse than the sight of blood. Knox almost immediately hurled.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Yuck</span>.<br/><br/>""I don't want to be here... I just wanted a book... Why me?.."" the boy continued. He had stopped snickering, and was now crying. Harder than he'd done earlier. He wanted to bang his head against the walls or use Bob's knife to end it all. But that was stupid. They had a chance to live, and doing as these terrorists wanted might just help. Too bad Knox wasn't in any state to start thinking rationally. His head was all over the place, but still trapped. So many events were jamming themselves into his mind all at the same time that he could no longer manage.<br/><br/>""Mommy... Daddy... I want to go home... I-I just want to get my book and go home... I hate it here... I'm never coming back..."" he continued crying, loud enough for anyone close to him to hear. He then suddenly pounded both hands against his ears that they began to ring. The sound mixed with the sirens outside, and the voice that said to take 'them' seriously. Why?<br/>What the hell for? He'd never done anything to piss them off. He was just a regular schoolboy came to ask his dad for money. Was that such a sin that he had to die?..<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Screw them</span>. he thought sourly, shaking his head.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Screw them all to hell</span>.<br/><br/>He had nothing with which to defend himself if he needed to. All he could do was cower. He didn't even bother to write a note like Tom asked. He couldn't. He was feeling almost entirely numb in fear.<br/><hr/><br/>Outside the building, Knox's mother was sitting on the sidewalk, crying herself. For her son, of course. She saw a part of the building explode, and knew immediately that this was no joke, and her baby was in real danger. Her husband was already pressing the police to start thinking of a solution, but there really wasn't much they could do but watch and wait until someone on the elevator decided that it was time to get off. Right now, it seemed the only ones who could save them up there was themselves, if they banded up and thought of a solution to find the terrorist before their 10 hours were up."
13287,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=100,2015-01-06T15:15:00,Neo-Chicago,"<img alt=""Image"" src=""http://s17.postimg.org/fo0ay868f/image.jpg""/><br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Since this is my only shot at saying it, why not? I know what you did. I will burn you if I get out of this box.</span>""<br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 50px;""></span>Tom repeated the words on the sticky note he had removed from the wall. ""You know..."" he began, and he sighed. ""Yeah, this is real fucking clear right here. Thank you SO MUCH for this information. By the way, if you are in fact the terrorist, whoever wrote this note, you're not going to be the one getting out of here if any of us do. You know, you could've been clearer about who you were addressing, but I'm just going to assume it's me, because I just can't catch a break today."" he told the writer of that note. ""I'm going to stand here, and literally lecture you on how you could have done this better. If you were talking to Steven, and he murdered your cat or something, you could say 'Since this is my only shot at saying it, why not, Steve old pal? I'm sure you remember driving down 93rd, and running down my cat. I watched, and it looked to me as if you deliberately aimed at it, you sick fuck. I'm going to tie you up, and boil your skin off until the verge of death. And I won't let you die. That's the torture you did to me that day, on August 4th of '12.' That's just an example, no offense to you personally, Steven."" Walker said, actually in a humorous mood at this point.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 50px;""></span>""I'm just going to assume you left out a name on purpose, so the target doesn't even know it's going to happen. In fact, if that's true, I think you actually intend for us to survive. Well, you and the person addressed by the letter, at least. I'm assuming these things because I'd rather not confront the fact that there's a human as stupid as you if I'm wrong."" Tom said, because he honestly hated how mind-bogglingly idiotic people can sometimes be. Of course, when he read the word on the note, his thoughts immediately went back to Maine. It wasn't surprising, considering he has been thinking of the gun moments before. It dawned on Tom that it never said the writer was the terrorist, so there was still the possibility of this just being someone who has a grudge against him or another passenger. There was another sticky note, and it looked like someone had spilled sweet and sour sauce on it, or maybe some kind of cheese dipping. Whatever it was, it was really gross, and Tom wasn't even really sure what exactly the substance on it was, nor did he want to learn. He threw it down, in case the rest had wanted to look at it.<br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://s13.postimg.org/8wk30i3d3/image.jpg""/><br/><br/>It was too orange to be blood, and it kind of looked like an orange ink or something. It vaguely looked like a fragment of one of those Captcha puzzles, considering the fact that it looked like the edges of letters."
13288,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=100,2015-01-06T16:55:00,The Almighty Bob,"<blockquote><div><cite>Neo-Chicago <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323818&amp;p=23048607#p23048607"">wrote</a>:</cite>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://s17.postimg.org/fo0ay868f/image.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Since this is my only shot at saying it, why not? I know what you did. I will burn you if I get out of this box.</span>""<br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 50px;""></span>Tom repeated the words on the sticky note he had removed from the wall. ""You know..."" he began, and he sighed. ""Yeah, this is real fucking clear right here. Thank you SO MUCH for this information. By the way, if you are in fact the terrorist, whoever wrote this note, you're not going to be the one getting out of here if any of us do. You know, you could've been clearer about who you were addressing, but I'm just going to assume it's me, because I just can't catch a break today."" he told the writer of that note. ""I'm going to stand here, and literally lecture you on how you could have done this better. If you were talking to Steven, and he murdered your cat or something, you could say 'Since this is my only shot at saying it, why not, Steve old pal? I'm sure you remember driving down 93rd, and running down my cat. I watched, and it looked to me as if you deliberately aimed at it, you sick fuck. I'm going to tie you up, and boil your skin off until the verge of death. And I won't let you die. That's the torture you did to me that day, on August 4th of '12.' That's just an example, no offense to you personally, Steven."" Walker said, actually in a humorous mood at this point.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 50px;""></span>""I'm just going to assume you left out a name on purpose, so the target doesn't even know it's going to happen. In fact, if that's true, I think you actually intend for us to survive. Well, you and the person addressed by the letter, at least. I'm assuming these things because I'd rather not confront the fact that there's a human as stupid as you if I'm wrong."" Tom said, because he honestly hated how mind-bogglingly idiotic people can sometimes be. Of course, when he read the word on the note, his thoughts immediately went back to Maine. It wasn't surprising, considering he has been thinking of the gun moments before. It dawned on Tom that it never said the writer was the terrorist, so there was still the possibility of this just being someone who has a grudge against him or another passenger. There was another sticky note, and it looked like someone had spilled sweet and sour sauce on it, or maybe some kind of cheese dipping. Whatever it was, it was really gross, and Tom wasn't even really sure what exactly the substance on it was, nor did he want to learn. He threw it down, in case the rest had wanted to look at it.<br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://s13.postimg.org/8wk30i3d3/image.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/><br/>It was too orange to be blood, and it kind of looked like an orange ink or something. It vaguely looked like a fragment of one of those Captcha puzzles, considering the fact that it looked like the edges of letters.</div></blockquote><br/>Steve looked up at the mention of his name. He was so surprised by Tom's example that he actually started laughing. Slowly at first, it quickly built up to a huge crescendo and soon he was rolling around the floor laughing. ""Sorry,"" he said, attempting to get control of himself, ""I'm okay now."" He calmed down and looked at the note more seriously. ""Well, that's interesting, isn't it? It would seem somebody in this elevator knows someone else. I thought we were all strangers."" He glanced around the room and, seeing nobody that he could recall having met before, passed the note along. ""If anyone on this elevator knows one of their fellow passengers who would do this, volunteer now. They seem dangerous."""
13289,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=100,2015-01-07T06:29:00,Alleniana,"Anna rolled over in her stress-induced sleep, her upright fetal position relaxing. Most likely, due to the loud stimuli, beginning to filter into her brain, still working through what exactly was happening.<br/><br/>""Mmuh... buh... Allahu Akbar.... At-tahiyyatu lillahi wa 's-salawatu wa 't-tayyibatu as-salamu...""<br/><br/>Slowly, she began rocking back and forth, reciting those verses taught to her as a young child. Though she had never been a Muslim properly, having done this reciting before the age of seven when did it only because of her parents and not in prayer, the meaning of the words, their sound had been imprinted into her. Most people would have never remembered them again, but stress... stress, such situations as those of life and death, would invoke such memories, the mouth's motor memories flooding back in what was almost a sort of physical flashback.<br/><br/>""...ali Sayyidina Muhammadin kama barakta...""<br/><br/>There she sat, eyes closed, seemingly asleep but for her slow movements and the low sound of a salat issuing from her throat quietly.<br/><br/>""...Allahu Akbar..."""
13290,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=100,2015-01-08T13:16:00,Cylarn,"As the others made accusations and gradually lost their sanity in the enclosed, cramped space, Scott sat silently, watching his counterparts in the dim light. He trusted no one in that elevator; he knew none of them, and any one of them could potentially be a terrorist. In his head, he was analyzing the sequence of events, trying to get to the bottom of the mystery. His first thought was that al-Qaeda or another Jihadist group was responsible, but this whole operation seemed to be more sophisticated than any previous al-Qaeda operation to date. Had it been the work of Jihadists, they would strive for immediate and violent shock, as was the pattern created by the 9/11 attacks as well as suicide bombings in Iraq and Afghanistan. Instead, this whole thing was more diabolical in nature; only one bomb had been detonated, and the world was watching the ""Hellivator"" chronicles in horror, waiting for the next episode in this terrifying saga. No, this was not the modus operandi of al-Qaeda, not in the slightest.<br/><br/>The young Arab woman had fallen asleep, though she began muttering what appeared to be some sort of pray. Scott listened closely to her; the young woman had gone through a horrible ordeal, and it was only going to get worse. He shook his head, and leaned it back against the wall, looking forward silently as he observed his fellow passengers."
13291,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=100,2015-01-08T20:26:00,The Almighty Bob,"<blockquote><div><cite>Alleniana <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323818&amp;p=23055038#p23055038"">wrote</a>:</cite>Anna rolled over in her stress-induced sleep, her upright fetal position relaxing. Most likely, due to the loud stimuli, beginning to filter into her brain, still working through what exactly was happening. <br/><br/>""Mmuh... buh... Allahu Akbar.... At-tahiyyatu lillahi wa 's-salawatu wa 't-tayyibatu as-salamu...""<br/><br/>Slowly, she began rocking back and forth, reciting those verses taught to her as a young child. Though she had never been a Muslim properly, having done this reciting before the age of seven when did it only because of her parents and not in prayer, the meaning of the words, their sound had been imprinted into her. Most people would have never remembered them again, but stress... stress, such situations as those of life and death, would invoke such memories, the mouth's motor memories flooding back in what was almost a sort of physical flashback. <br/><br/>""...ali Sayyidina Muhammadin kama barakta...""<br/><br/>There she sat, eyes closed, seemingly asleep but for her slow movements and the low sound of a salat issuing from her throat quietly. <br/><br/>""...Allahu Akbar...""</div></blockquote><br/>Steve looked up at the woman who had begun praying. He knew the words well, having studied Arabic in high school and Religions of the World in college. He glanced over at Tom, who had not exactly taken a reasonable approach to matters of...oh, fuck it, he was the most likely to flip out at the words he couldn't understand. Steve wondered if he should attempt to quiet the woman, but then decided he would welcome the chance to justifiably punch Tom in the face, if only to have done something."
13292,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=125,2015-01-09T00:22:00,Alleniana,"She whispered and whispered and slept and slept, and then she stopped abruptly as that version of the salat was done, perhaps before many had heard any of it, and her mind began generating other oddities. At this stage, her mouth was near disconnected; it was only a small part of her mind, spewing all that confused it and the mouth acting, an urge. Scratching only the surface of the mind's depth, it nevertheless scratched enough content, so to speak, to begin issuing again. This time, lyrics from one of the films that Anna had enjoyed the most as a child.<br/><br/>""Be... our... guest... be our guest, put our service to the test, tie your napkin round your neck, cherie, and we'll provide the rest...""<br/><br/>It was almost comical, she chanting the musical script of a French candlestick in the same way that she had done an Islamic Arabic prayer, but perhaps... even more disturbing. Was she regressing? Was this her life flashing past her eyes, and being announced for all? Who could tell?<br/><br/>On she slept, well splattered with blood and tears, and looking for all the world, comatose in her fetal rolled up position in the elevator's corner.<br/><br/>""...try the grey stuff, it's delicious, don't believe me, ask the dishes, they can sing, they can dance..."""
13293,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=125,2015-01-09T10:47:00,Neo-Chicago,"Although his knee-jerk response was to shout 'TERRORIST!' as the middle eastern woman was speaking in arabic, he knew that was an awful idea. Most of the people in the elevator would probably jump at the chance to make him into a villain. Tom was still unsettled by what this woman was saying, but he wasn't a TSA agent, and this wasn't 2002. ""So, we're going to die, aren't we?"" Tom said, knowing that the odds of his survival would be astronomical. He suspected the others didn't think he was the terrorist, which was good because he didn't like to be blindly accused of things, but they probably thought he was the most unstable person inside of this elevator. He wasn't sure how long it had been since the person said '11 hours' over the loudspeaker, but it clearly wasn't eleven hours after that. ""Well, anyone have... any last words? Make amends? That kind of thing?"" he asked the rest, and realized that the middle eastern woman was probably praying for her god to get her out of this mess."
13294,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=125,2015-01-11T12:02:00,The New World Oceania,"<hr/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">3:44 pm, February 12, 2013</span></div><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div><span style=""font-style: italic"">When the time came I did it. I had to.</span><br/><div align=""right"">Seung-Hui Cho</div></div></blockquote><br/><hr/><br/><br/>Floor 62: bombed. Gone.<br/><div align=""right""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Total fatalities: 18</span></div><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">CNN</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 95%; line-height: 116%;"">@CNN</span></span><br/>NYPD confirms that shaking a moment ago was caused by another bomb, now on the 62nd floor. Police may attempt rescue of elevator and Top of the Rock victims. At least 5 believed dead.<span style=""color: blue"">#Hellivator</span></blockquote>"
13295,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=125,2015-01-11T12:11:00,Cylarn,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Scott Depleur<br/>@SE_Depleur<br/></span><br/>The elevator is shaking, and the media reports that yet another bomb has gone off. This is a crucial moment in the game; if we lose ourselves in the elevator, then the terrorist wins. <span style=""color: #4000FF"">#Wecannotletthemfuckingwin</span> <span style=""color: #4000FF"">#Wemustkeepourheads</span> <span style=""color: #4000FF"">#Hellivator</span></blockquote><br/><br/>Scott looked up from his cellphone as the building and the elevator shuttered with the explosion, though he fought to keep his composure. He had been in his fair share of explosions, but never before had he been isolated during such an event. It was nerve-wracking, to say the least. For his own sake and the sake of everyone aboard the elevator, he had to stay calm, even in the face of nerve-wracking fear. His eyes scanned the room, looking at each passenger before he opened his mouth.<br/><br/>""Easy now..."" he said, maintaining a tone of calmness in his voice, before deciding to make a joke. ""Now's the time for you damn kids to pull out a joint or something."""
13296,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=125,2015-01-11T12:40:00,Neo-Chicago,"<span style=""margin-left: 50px;""></span>""Heh, wouldn't be surprised."" Tom told Depleur, taking the bottle of anxiety medication out of his pocket. He took one of the cans of mountain dew out of his briefcase. ""And all of my coworkers said it was ridiculous to keep Mountain Dew with me at all times."" he said, swallowing the pill with a swig of Mountain Dew. ""Hey Scott, I've got a question for you. Do you know the name Henry Greene?"" he asked. He was tempted to take the dogtags out of the briefcase along with the question, but he decided against it. Not until Scott confirmed his suspicions. Besides, Tom didn't know how Depleur would react to dogtags with his name and Greene's name on them. If he just asked, nonchalantly, like this, it would seem like an offhand question, sort of a by the way thing. Tom wanted it to stay that way."
13297,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=125,2015-01-11T12:49:00,Krytonus,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Rory O'Driscoll</span></span></div><br/><br/>""I hate this.<span style=""font-style: italic"">I hate this.</span>"" I muttered as I typed out a tweet.<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Rory O'Driscoll<br/>@RoDrisco</span><br/>Looks like another bomb. Thank God this place was evacuated.<br/>Well, mostly evacuated.<br/><span style=""color: #0000FF"">#Hellivator</span></blockquote>"
13298,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=125,2015-01-11T15:49:00,Cylarn,"<blockquote><div><cite>Neo-Chicago <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323818&amp;p=23102634#p23102634"">wrote</a>:</cite>-snip-</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""I can't say that the name rings any bells, at the moment at least,"" Scott said in response to Tom's question. ""What unit was he with, and what was his rank, if I may ask?""<br/><br/>As Scott waited for Tom's answer, he reached down into his briefcase and produced a bottled water. He removed the cap, and took a sip of the beverage, before putting the cap back on and looking around at the passengers.<br/><br/>""How many empty containers do we have?"" he asked. ""Pretty soon, someone's gonna have to piss."""
13299,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=125,2015-01-11T16:00:00,Neo-Chicago,"<blockquote><div><cite>Cylarn <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323818&amp;p=23104804#p23104804"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Neo-Chicago <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323818&amp;p=23102634#p23102634"">wrote</a>:</cite>-snip-</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""I can't say that the name rings any bells, at the moment at least,"" Scott said in response to Tom's question. ""What unit was he with, and what was his rank, if I may ask?""<br/><br/>As Scott waited for Tom's answer, he reached down into his briefcase and produced a bottled water. He removed the cap, and took a sip of the beverage, before putting the cap back on and looking around at the passengers.<br/><br/>""How many empty containers do we have?"" he asked. ""Pretty soon, someone's gonna have to piss.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 50px;""></span>""Actually, I saw this video, you can just pry open the elevator doors and piss down the crack... wait, how did you know that Greene was military?"" Tom asked, suspiciously. Scott could have just assumed that, as he was military, Tom thought the guy was in his unit. Still, something about the way he had responded to Tom unnerved him. He opened his briefcase, and pulled out the dogtags. It felt as though Depleur was trying to protect that murderer. Tom decided just to take out the dogtags belonging to Greene, as he was unsure what Scott's reaction to his own dogtags would be. ""Here, these are his tags."" Tom said, handing them to Scott. He was beginning to get into a state of panic, his heart starting to beat more quickly than before. Perhaps it was some sort of premonition he had."
13300,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=125,2015-01-11T16:10:00,Cylarn,"Scott gave a smirk at Tom's tone of suspicion, though there was little reason to be alarmed. It was a common-enough question that he had been asked countless times before, especially when he was much younger. In fact, he had met his first wife that way, in a bar almost 20 years ago. He was a butter-bar, fresh out of Infantry BOLC and Ranger School, catching some brews with some friends at a bar in Wilmington, when a cute brunette-headed girl asked him if he knew her brother, who was also in the Army. Sadly, Scott didn't, but the two hit it off. 10 years later, the two stared each other down in a courtroom as their custody battle came to a close, with Scott losing custody of their young daughter. For a second, Scott was about to tear up at the thought, but he fought back the thought and regained his composure.<br/><br/>""It's a common question,"" he said. ""Try walking into a bar with a buzz cut and a straight back, and I guarantee that at least 5 people will ask you if you know so-and-so, because they're also in the military.""<br/><br/>Scott took the tags, and looked them over for a second. He still couldn't recognize the name, and they didn't give him much information as to where the guy served, or what unit he was with. His first guess was that the guy was enlisted, and the guy seemed to be much younger than him. He shook his head, and handed them back to Tom.<br/><br/>""If I may ask, what's the purpose of your question?"" he asked the lawyer."
13301,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=125,2015-01-11T16:16:00,Neo-Chicago,"<span style=""margin-left: 50px;""></span>Tom sat against the elevator wall, almost telling Scott exactly why he wanted to know whether or not Scott knew this man. ""Oh, he's just this serial killer I've been investigating, in the New York metropolitan area."" he told the man. He wasn't going to tell a complete stranger the personal motivations behind his search. ""We've attributed twenty-eight deaths to the man, so far as we could find. Personally, I wouldn't be surprised if this guy has dozens more bodies holed up in some sewer pipe or something."" he said to Scott. Tom took the dogtags back, sifting them around in his hand. ""Well, whatever. You know, I actually grew up with him, on the south side of Chicago. It's a small world sometimes."" he said offhandedly."
13302,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=125,2015-01-11T16:22:00,Cylarn,"<blockquote><div><cite>Neo-Chicago <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323818&amp;p=23105159#p23105159"">wrote</a>:</cite>-snip-</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Well, if you grew up with this man, then you must know better than any other person in the investigation what he is like,"" Scott said in response. ""A number of serial killers have done stints in the military, like Jeffrey Dahmer for example. I take it that your business in this building had something to do with the investigation?"""
13303,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=125,2015-01-11T16:43:00,Neo-Chicago,"<blockquote><div><cite>Cylarn <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323818&amp;p=23105225#p23105225"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Neo-Chicago <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323818&amp;p=23105159#p23105159"">wrote</a>:</cite>-snip-</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Well, if you grew up with this man, then you must know better than any other person in the investigation what he is like,"" Scott said in response. ""A number of serial killers have done stints in the military, like Jeffrey Dahmer for example. I take it that your business in this building had something to do with the investigation?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Yeah. Actually, there was a murder on the 55th floor just yesterday. We've been trying to find some forensic evidence to completely nail the guy in court. The only evidence we've managed to acquire is circumstantial, and because of shows like CSI, juries think that one piece of hair can completely reconstruct the face of the killer or something silly like that. Frankly, it's made my job a lot more difficult."" Tom said. ""The problem is, I'm not investigating in any official capacity. I'm not sure if you were aware of this, but prosecutors aren't supposed to personally investigate crime scenes, another thing you probably wouldn't have known from pop culture. To be honest, I shouldn't even be here right now."" he continued. ""You know, I probably shouldn't show you this, but considering you're not affiliated with the case in any way, take a look at this."" the prosecutor told the military official, handing him a criminal profile on Greene. ""This is what a profile down at the NYPD came up with, based on the sheer violence involved in the crimes. Real overkill."" he stated, matter-of-factly."
13304,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=125,2015-01-12T05:42:00,Alleniana,"The elevator shuddered and a loud noise could be heard, and then so too did Anna, almost shivering for a second and then making a sound half-way between a shout, a cry and an inquisitive ""hmm?"" She yawned as if waking from a sleep of centuries, and then opened big, wide, scared eyes. Then they calmed down, her brows furrowed, and she looked around.<br/><br/>""Oh, uhh... I guess I was out for a bit. I, uhh...""<br/><br/>She struggled to make sense of what had transpired. Shaking? Movies? Blood? Oh god, blood. Prayer? Forensics? What was going on? Everything she had both dreamed and recalled mixed with what little she had taken in from the outside world through her senses. She slowly came to them, though.<br/><br/>""Umm... what, what happened while I was asleep? Unconscious?""<br/><br/>Thinking that was the best question to sift the real from the fake and get herself on the right and proper path of logic and calmness, she sat there, looking about."
13305,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=125,2015-01-15T19:58:00,The New World Oceania,"<hr/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">4:06 pm, February 12, 2013</span></div><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div><span style=""font-style: italic"">As my language improves, I become increasingly conscious of just what sort<br/>of society I live in.</span><br/><div align=""right"">Lee Harvey Oswald</div></div></blockquote><br/><hr/><br/><br/>They moved in a rehearsed formation, uniforms clear and badges shining and guns raised and all. These were professionals.<br/>Every door they kicked open, every stairwell they charged up, only one utterance fled from their mouths.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""NY SWAT Unit!""</span><br/><br/>They had been sent for the elevator victims, notably. While the news media's concern was very much on the individuals atop 30 Rock, access to that area was still being improvised. The reasoning was that the Unit ought to save someone rather than stand around and let that awful<span style=""font-style: italic"">Hellivator</span>term keep circling. They stopped on each floor and looked for threats or victims. Sometimes they would find innocents lying under stacks of papers and desks. Sometimes they would send them down to the lobby for safety. Sometimes there would just be bodies.<br/><br/>Sometimes they were visible, identifiable. Sometimes they were charred. Sometimes they were incomplete, half a face missing here, look there and you'll see a hand, and sometimes it would look like a plane crash, office spaces on fire and ceilings collapsed in, and sometimes they would hear shouting and screaming and kicking and cries for help but there was no help to be given. It doesn't matter how good a condition four people huddled together are in — when everything around them is burning, there is nothing you can do.<br/><br/>The issue arises when you become these very people. Death occurs in a moment, but what precedes it can last from seconds to years. Some kinds are lengthy. Cancer, aneurysms, depression. These are things which show death coming through binoculars, give you time to think about the past and he present and plan a future; they aren't ends, just confirmations that the end will be there.<br/><br/>And then there are the faster kinds, like gunshots and hitting the water too hard. Maybe we'll reflect on these things at a later date, if that's how things are. In the moment, however, there is no doubt that you will not know or have the comprehension to understand what has happened or what is going to happen and, despite what survivors of death say, it comes quickly and that is that is tha<br/><br/>And there are the mid-ranges, which take their time but let it be known that they are at a set speed and coming too close for your comfort. Sometimes these are days. Maybe hours or minutes. They do, indeed, give you the opportunity to think of all ofthis, but you will not take that chance when granted. You will forget your name and the last words you planned and there will be a Freudian slip then mental anguish then physical pain and then there will be none.<br/><br/>That is what happened when they turned the corner and found a bomb on the 39th floor."
13306,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=125,2015-01-19T13:35:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Knox Stanforth</span></span></div><br/>Two more bombs had gone off, and Knox still wasn't being very productive... He heard someone else mumbling something unintelligible, then something from a cartoon movie his mother had in the shelves of their attic. Knox couldn't make anything of either. He had never heard anyone speaking in the Arab language before, so he wasn't sure. He had never watched the movie from which this person was taking words, either. He was a very strange boy. He had never done anything but read and write. He would play games from time to time, but those moments were frighteningly rare. A good reason to target him for bullying.<br/><br/>Whoever had trapped him and these other people here, they were obviously serious. Knox didn't want to die yet, but he couldn't take action either. He was struck with panic and fear like he'd never experienced before. He wrapped his arms around himself so tightly he might think they were part of a large snake, just waiting for the right time to swallow him whole. Away from this fear, away from this pain. It was starting to get to him, but he was a pretty rational person despite his age. Taking more deep breaths, he untangled his arms and took his glasses off so he could dry his eyes. He stood up, using the wall behind him for support, then looked up at the ceiling. One bomb was on a higher floor. The other was below. It was faint.<br/><br/>""I don't want to be here anymore..."" he said, putting his glasses back on. ""I'm not supposed to be here... I just wanted a goddamn book.""<br/><br/>Knox was obviously distressed, but he began to think. He wasn't doing this for the book anymore, but because he just wanted to get out. And if it meant he had to kill someone, then it would damn well be done. Everyone at school knew not to get on his bad side, even though it was rarely ever seen. He could be... Violent. At the moment, he was neither violent nor angry, but just determined to save himself, and possibly the other people here. Not all of them looked scared, but they were stagnant. Evidently unsure of what to do. Things only got worse when Bob Dickson stuck that knife into his chest.<br/><br/>""Why don't you come out?.."" the boy continued, opening and closing his fists quickly. ""You pussy... Just wait till I find you. F*cking c*nt... I'll get you for scaring me... For scaring my parents. I'll kill you."" Knox began snarling, then he crouched down and opened his backpack. When he stood back up, he was flexing his fingers around a sharpened pencil. There was now a murderous look in his eyes as he looked around at the silhouettes of the other people in the elevator.<br/><br/>He didn't want to do this. His hand was trembling, and his mind began to turn on itself. This wasn't him. But his instinct to survive was kicking in. He simply had to get out. He wanted to see his mom, his dad, and his brother, who would be back from work very soon. Most likely worried.<br/><br/>""What did we ever do to you?!"" he yawped, hoping that whoever was behind this was hearing him out. ""What did<span style=""font-style: italic"">I</span>ever do to you? You can't do this to us!!"" Then he paused and regained his composure. The last thing he said was too soft to hear.<br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Let me out... Just let me out. Let me find you. I'll show you real fear, you asshole...</span>"""
13307,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=125,2015-01-19T14:43:00,Cylarn,"As Scott read through the report that Tom had given him, the elevator shuddered once more, and the officer's head immediately shot up in recognition of what it was. A feeling of dread began to sweep down into his mind; was this how he was going to go? Truthfully, he was surprised that he hadn't died sooner, out in Iraq or Afghanistan. He had dodged bullets, survived life-threatening injuries, and dealt blows to America's enemies, but it seemed that LTC Depleur's demise would be met in a most unexpected manner. He pondered on the thought that the next bomb was going to take out their elevator, killing them all. Once that happened, the terrorists' mission would be complete. 30 Rock - a symbol of America's media might - would be severely damaged. Many people would die, but the true horror could be seen on social media, in reference to the agony of those trapped in the elevator, isolated from safety and left to their own devices with no chance of escape. Their slow, agonizing demise would be a potent symbol for the terrorists; a message to the world that if they wanted you to feel pain, then they could make you feel it.<br/><br/>One of the boys had begun to lose his marbles. A sharp pencil gripped in his hands as he practically challenged the terrorist, Scott recognized that he was much more a threat to the innocent, than he was to the terrorist. If someone said something that even remotely raised the possibility of subversive motives - even if false - the kid could lash forth in an attempt to put the nightmare to rest. He needed to be calm, though simply disarming him wasn't the way to go about it.<br/><br/>The officer locked eyes with Knox, holding the eye contact even in the low-light environment. In a calm, stern voice, he reached out to the young man.<br/><br/>""None of us are supposed to be here, son,"" he said. ""However, we're here, playing this game. Getting angry and brandishing a weapon won't help if you don't know who exactly the enemy is. Right now, they are protected by their ability to blend in amongst us, whomever they might be. If you decide to kill someone, there's only a minute chance that you'll kill the right person, and a great chance that you'll further invigorate their actions.""<br/><br/>Scott then stood to his feet, scanning his fellow passengers with his eyes. He had to find the terrorist; sitting on his ass and waiting for death was not what he was trained to do. As this manifesto flowed through his mind, he began to feel a sense of pride and duty. He was an officer in the United States Army, and he was bound by oath and duty to protect the citizens of the United States. He'd be damned if he died like a sap.<br/><br/>""So, I've got a question,"" he said. ""What is this building?""<br/><br/>He waited for answers, answers that he would analyze through his mind. Even though this event was orchestrated by the terrorist, that same person was likely aware of their imminent slow, agonizing demise. The responses could potentially help him to narrow down on the identity of their tormentor, in the event that the monster slipped up on his answer. What constituted guilt, though?<br/><br/>There were always indicators, the caviats that indicated dishonesty. No one can truly lie."
13308,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=125,2015-01-19T14:57:00,Neo-Chicago,"<span style=""margin-left: 40px;""></span>Tom pondered the question the military officer had asked, and he realized it didn't make much sense at all. ""Wait a minute; do you mean, why did the terrorist choose to attack this building? To be honest, I don't think he cares about the building at all. What's the point of attacking Rockefeller? It's not like it's the Sears Tower or the Empire State Building. Personally, I suspect that this is less for recognition and more for some sort of personal vendetta. This doesn't fit the MO of major terrorist groups like the ones in the Middle East. I know that's a pretty broad statement, but if you think of it like a criminal case, it sort of makes sense. The guy we're dealing with cares solely about the people in this elevator, going so far as to enter it with them. Maybe he has some accomplices, sure, but I think he wants people to think he's some major terrorist group; he wants power, he wants people to think he's far more powerful than he is in actuality. And we're sure as hell dealing with a sociopath, I mean what kind of lunatic that sympathises with random people would blow up an entire building just to kill like eight people?"" Tom asked. Years of determining just what was going through someone's head when they killed someone had given him the ability to get inside the head of a criminal."
13309,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=125,2015-01-19T15:46:00,Cylarn,"""I wasn't asking why this building was attacked,"" Scott said, his eyes moving to Tom's. ""There are plenty of reasons as to why a terrorist organization would want to hit this building, namely because this building houses the headquarters for one of the world's largest news corporations. An attack on this building will hinder NBC for at least a day or two, possibly longer. You think that someone would go through this trouble, all because of a personal vendetta against any one of us? We're not the only ones in this; he or she killed others, and we're nothing more than an example.""<br/><br/>Scott couldn't help but feel a pang of suspicion at Tom for his words, despite understanding his viewpoint of the situation. So far, he and Tom had gotten along, save for when Scott had forced his way into the elevator. He didn't know if Tom knew anyone else in the elevator, though Scott figured that this point would have already surfaced had it been the case. Tom wasn't the kind of guy that people would forget, after all. Scott pondered on what his actions would be, if he were the terrorist inside of the elevator. His main goal would be to maintain his cover, in order to avoid an incident similar to United 93, which meant that even though the passengers aboard that plane had died, they died while actively engaging or having engaged the terrorists who had hijacked the plane. If the passengers found the terrorist, killed him, and then died themselves, they would be remembered as heroes; normal people who - while confronted with imminent death - managed to end their tormentor by their own hands.<br/><br/>The best way to fool these people would be to play dumb, and remain on their side. Help them, assist them, and - as a side-benefit - ensure that they die without knowing the true nature of what was going on."
13310,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=125,2015-01-19T16:15:00,Neo-Chicago,"<span style=""margin-left: 40px;""></span>""Maybe so. But that guy over the loudspeaker said that the terrorist was in this elevator specifically, and I have no reason to doubt him on that fact."" Tom told the man, pausing for a moment. He wasn't actually aware that the headquarters of NBC were housed in this building. It was strange, he having lived in New York for a bit less than a third of his life, but he wasn't much for trivia. ""I mean, if you were a terrorist, and make no mistake, I'm not accusing you, would you go into an elevator in a building you were attacking just for the hell of it? My best guess is that he knows one of us, that's for sure, and he's not drawing attention to that fact for a main reason. We already know one of us knows another one of us, you saw that sticky note and so did I."" he continued, again pausing to connect details in his head. It felt as though he and Depleur were the only ones in the elevator. They had been in there for a while, so he wasn't exactly surprised that they were sleeping.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 40px;""></span>""By the way, I'm not saying for just one of us. I'm under the impression this fucker knows multiple people in here. This feels like one of those cheesy soap operas, if not for the fact that none of us are comatose. I don't know how, and I'm not sure I want to, but I think this guy's the man behind the curtain, orchestrating at least a few of our lives so we ended up in this elevator. Call me paranoid, but this doesn't seem like the kind of thing someone would do on a whim."" After Tom said this, he realized something. He was waiting until he was the last one awake to rest, probably not even then. Tom was always the suspicious type, and frankly he didn't like to take chances. This felt like a battle of wills, between Scott and him. Scott was one of his prime suspects, although that's not saying much when there's literally no evidence. His military background was what unnerved him, he may have been the only one in the elevator who could have orchestrated this. This suspicion was probably because he knew the most about Scott, more than he knew about the rest."
13311,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=125,2015-01-19T16:37:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Knox Stanforth</span></span></div><br/>Knox would have continued searching. He might have even stabbed the first person he saw moving if he hadn't heard Scott. But he almost... He almost raised his arm and hit the man with the pencil. That would have been messy. Knox's attention was temporarily taken from the situation to what Scott said. Temporarily. Scott might not have seen it, but Knox was grinning. His arm went back down to his side as he listened, his eyes scanning the elevator yet again. He had begun to sweat more, wondering just who the terrorist was.<br/><br/>Scott was right. If he did kill someone, he might make a mistake... But then again... If he was able to kill everyone in this elevator. He might get out. He could survive this. Even though he had only a pencil. Earlier he had nothing to use if things went sour, and they already did. In Knox's brain as well. If he lived through this, he might not be the same kid he was before unless someone was able to help him cope. He continued flexing his fingers around the pencil, standing with one foot in Bob Dickson's blood, breathing steadily. He hoped that the terrorist, if he was here, was feeling fear now. Knox was armed. And if he found out who the terrorist was, he would not hesitate. The few violent games that Knox played taught him something. Quick and easy. Like in The Hitman, and in Grand Theft Auto. Games that interested other kids for other reasons. When he played both and killed someone, he never forgot how the character moved. How they pulled it off... And got away with it.<br/><br/>Somewhere in his mind though, Knox was processing this other discussion. He looked around once more and nodded. He didn't know any of these people. He couldn't remember meeting them. Anyone he knew greeted him immediately, aware of his demeanor, but not the fire that hid behind his eyes. He didn't see that sticky note that Tom was referring to, so he again wasn't entirely sure. But just in case, he kept his hand around that pencil. His eyes began to adjust to what little light there was, and he grinned. He looked at every person in the elevator, and he made sure he remembered them now. If anyone at all noticed, the smirk was still there. He stepped out of the blood puddle, and upon noticing how he'd been in it, coldly wiped the sole of his shoe against the dead man's pants. He heard his phone ringing, but no longer answered. In fact, he carelessly brought his foot down on it. That didn't break it, but it shut up after that.<br/><br/>""Just wait... Till I find you... I'm going to gouge your eyes out with this pencil..."" he muttered as he returned to his corner.<br/>Facing the wall, he opened his backpack and took a sharpener out. With it he began sharpening the other pencils in his bag.<br/>""You're going to regret involving me in this..."" Knox continued, his voice cracking. Then a moment later it sounded like he was giggling. ""You think you know fear?.. No... You<span style=""font-style: italic"">f*cking</span>don't...But don't you worry... I'll show you...""<br/><br/>If Knox's mom or dad had heard how their son was now, they'd be surprised. He was never so profane. But he'd heard curse words before, and though he never used them, kept them ready. For when his temper flared, and he flipped out completely."
13312,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=125,2015-01-19T18:17:00,Cylarn,"<blockquote><div><cite>Neo-Chicago <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323818&amp;p=23197956#p23197956"">wrote</a>:</cite>-snip-</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""One thing you're failing to understand is that terrorists don't always go in-depth into their victims,"" he said. ""We're all normal Americans, a cross-section of everyday life. For the fuckers on 9/11, those cross-sections were worthy victims. They didn't know their victims personally; if they did, this would be much harder for them. Plus, terrorists know that their lives may become forfeit at any time, especially if they must lay down their lives for their cause. I wouldn't be surprised if the bombs were not the main part of the plan, and I wonder if forcing a bunch of average Americans to die an agonizing death while the world watches on in horror is part of their plan. I mean, check Twitter.""<br/><br/>Tom was avoiding the original question, though Scott realized that the terrorist was going to be the least of their immediate problems.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323818&amp;p=23198246#p23198246"">wrote</a>:</cite>-snip-</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The kid was not in a good place. Scott's words had some effect in the beginning, but they had worn off. The boy was muttering even more violent phrases, and he was sharpening his pencils in anticipation for a fight that he would instigate. Scott's body was growing tense, as his mind was analyzing the information that his senses were gathering. His eyes were adjusting to the low-light environment, and though it wasn't pretty, he could see the sharpening of the pencils. He had to be ready in case the kid lunged out, especially if he was the boy's intended target. His eyes moved to the boy, watching his movements. Scott tried once more to talk the kid down.<br/><br/>""Hey son, you're a smart kid, but right now you're in a potential combat situation and you have no idea who the enemy is,"" Scott said. ""He's not gonna lunge out at you or anyone; right now, he's probably waiting for you to take the heat off of him. I can tell you're a smart kid, and I know that you understand what I'm talking about."""
13313,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=125,2015-01-20T14:09:00,Neo-Chicago,"<span style=""margin-left: 40px;""></span>Tom leaned in close to Scott, whispering in his ear so the kid couldn't hear. ""If this kid becomes a danger to us or himself, I say we restrain him. Any ideas? At least get that pencil away from him, he's playing right into their hands."" he told the military man. He then moved back to where he was, against the wall. ""Listen, we're going to make it out of here fine. The authorities have been notified of our location, and hell, I wouldn't be surprised if firefighters were axing at the wall outside this elevator car as we speak. The terrorist wants you to panic, you're making him very happy right now. Do you want the terrorist to be very happy, kid?"" Tom asked, trying to calm the kid down. He'd used a similar tone of voice and similar words when he was trying to coax a witness into saying what they saw, but the stakes hadn't been this high then. Tom thought about continuing to talk to him, but decided against it. It was never good to assume too much."
13314,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=125,2015-01-20T14:15:00,Krytonus,"""Well, what do we do then?"" I say quietly, still fingering my pocketknife ready for anything. The body was starting to smell.<br/>""There's no way of identifying this guy, come on! What the hell do we do?!""<br/><br/>I'm hunched in a corner, staring with cold eyes at the others. My legs are pulled up close to my chin and the cold floor is seeping up into my butt, making it numb. This is a living hell."
13315,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=125,2015-01-20T15:05:00,The Almighty Bob,"""This building. It's big, there's people. Plenty of people. How many do you think are out there right now, dead? We're not the only ones who got screwed. If you ask me, they're doing this for the same reason that they did it on 9/11. Fear. It's a powerful weapon."" He glanced over at Knox. ""Very powerful."" Steven rose up and began pacing. ""There must be something we're missing here, something I'm not getting. Sure, we're average Americans, as you say, but it must go beyond that."" Steven looked at the note, the ominous one about burning someone. ""You must be right about one of us. There are at least two people in this elevator who are not what they seem,"" said Steven, turning around. ""Plus a terrorist."""
13316,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=125,2015-01-20T15:13:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Knox Stanforth</span></span></div><br/>""Smart... Kid..?"" Knox repeated. He twisted his third pencil faster and faster, pressing harder against the sharpener until it splintered and cut his palm. Seeing blood from himself didn't help at all. He began to breathe quickly, staring at his wounded hand. Sure, he knew that just attacking people was wrong. He couldn't do it, but... He had to. He had to get away from all this. All he wanted was a book. He'd never hurt anyone in his life... Well, except that 2nd Grade bully he strangled and almost drowned in the schoolyard pond. Knox was aware that he was causing tension within the elevator, but he couldn't stop. The next thing he said would surprise everyone. It probably scared them.<br/><br/>""I know... I know I might get the wrong person... But, see... What if I get<span style=""font-style: italic"">everyone</span>? That would end this for sure..."" he said rather gleefully, bending over to grab two pencils with one hand. He gripped them tightly as he stood back up, and suddenly blanked out. He was standing there, staring... No, smiling at the floor. This was most likely his worst breakdown ever.<br/>He could kill everyone here and survive, but he would no longer be who he always was. Any further down this dirt path, and he would be gone. Gone to the Dark Side forever.<br/><br/>Hearing what Tom said to him, Knox turned his head slowly in the man's direction. His pupils were dilated now, and his smirk was more obvious. He began shaking his head in denial, so fast that sometimes it looked like his neck had snapped.<br/>""I-I'm not... I'm not panicking!!"" he suddenly growled at Tom, taking a step forward. For a short while there was a look of frustration on his face. There were tears in his eyes, but he was smiling. Suddenly, he screamed and pounced Tom. He was smaller, but he was quick, taking the man by surprise. But right before he stabbed with his pencils, he paused. He revelled in the look of shock that he barely saw in the darkness, and began laughing.<br/><br/>""I'M JUST FINE!!"" he cawed, lowering his arm a bit. ""I'M NOT PANICKING!!""<br/><br/>But he was. And he'd gone too far. He seemed to calm down a moment, or at least it seemed that way. Head tilted to one side, he looked around the elevator car with that smirk on, and said,<br/><br/>""Now you... You that decided to pull this sh*t stunt... You're next. You know I'll find you...""<br/><br/>If anyone was going to do something to save Tom, they'd have to move<span style=""font-style: italic"">now</span>. Knox had his wounded hand against the man's neck, with his other hand carrying his weapons. Laughing again, he raised his arm to strike, aiming for Tom's left eye."
13317,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=150,2015-01-20T15:17:00,The Almighty Bob,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323818&amp;p=23208224#p23208224"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Knox Stanforth</span></span></div><br/>""Smart... Kid..?"" Knox repeated. He twisted his third pencil faster and faster, pressing harder against the sharpener until it splintered and cut his palm. Seeing blood from himself didn't help at all. He began to breathe quickly, staring at his wounded hand. Sure, he knew that just attacking people was wrong. He couldn't do it, but... He had to. He had to get away from all this. All he wanted was a book. He'd never hurt anyone in his life... Well, except that 2nd Grade bully he strangled and almost drowned in the schoolyard pond. Knox was aware that he was causing tension within the elevator, but he couldn't stop. The next thing he said would surprise everyone. It probably scared them.<br/><br/>""I know... I know I might get the wrong person... But, see... What if I get <span style=""font-style: italic"">everyone</span>? That would end this for sure..."" he said rather gleefully, bending over to grab two pencils with one hand. He gripped them tightly as he stood back up, and suddenly blanked out. He was standing there, staring... No, smiling at the floor. This was most likely his worst breakdown ever. <br/>He could kill everyone here and survive, but he would no longer be who he always was. Any further down this dirt path, and he would be gone. Gone to the Dark Side forever.<br/><br/>Hearing what Tom said to him, Knox turned his head slowly in the man's direction. His pupils were dilated now, and his smirk was more obvious. He began shaking his head in denial, so fast that sometimes it looked like his neck had snapped. <br/>""I-I'm not... I'm not panicking!!"" he suddenly growled at Tom, taking a step forward. For a short while there was a look of frustration on his face. There were tears in his eyes, but he was smiling. Suddenly, he screamed and pounced Tom. He was smaller, but he was quick, taking the man by surprise. But right before he stabbed with his pencils, he paused. He revelled in the look of shock that he barely saw in the darkness, and began laughing.<br/><br/>""I'M JUST FINE!!"" he cawed, lowering his arm a bit. ""I'M NOT PANICKING!!"" <br/><br/>But he was. And he'd gone too far. He seemed to calm down a moment, or at least it seemed that way. Head tilted to one side, he looked around the elevator car with that smirk on, and said,<br/><br/>""Now you... You that decided to pull this sh*t stunt... You're next. You know I'll find you..."" <br/><br/>If anyone was going to do something to save Tom, they'd have to move <span style=""font-style: italic"">now</span>. Knox had his wounded hand against the man's neck, with his other hand carrying his weapons. Laughing again, he raised his arm to strike, aiming for Tom's left eye.</div></blockquote><br/>""Make...that...THREE!!!"" Steve circled around the two and, on the word three, jumped at Knox with surprising speed. He bowled directly into Knox's side at full speed, landing painfully. ""I AM FAR TOO OLD FOR THIS!"""
13318,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=150,2015-01-20T15:23:00,Krytonus,"I leap up with a yell, brandishing my Swiss Army Knife with wide, terrified eyes.<br/>""I don't<span style=""font-style: italic"">fucking</span>think so! Nobody is dying!"" I scream, pointing the knife at Knox.<br/>""Listen. You go near anybody and I<span style=""font-style: italic"">swear</span>you will regret it. I don't want to do this, but frankly this is a bad situation.""<br/><br/>Oh boy, was it. I was physically shaking as I pointed the knife at Stanforth. My hair was drenched with sweat. There was no more time for fucking around."
13319,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=150,2015-01-20T15:46:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Knox Stanforth</span></span></div><br/>Too close. The pencils didn't even touch Tom. Knox felt a brief pain in his side before he was thrown against the wall. He lost both pencils thanks to that. His ears were ringing as he'd hit the wall too hard. He now knew what 'seeing stars' was like. Dazed, he glanced around the elevator car, barely hearing Rory shout at him and pointing the knife. His eyeglasses were shattered, and he was groping around for something to defend himself with. Who could have known that the smallest and youngest individual in this elevator could be so dangerous this early on?<br/><br/>""Have to... I have to find them... Where are they?"" Knox mumbled. His head was bleeding, and he had a few cuts on his face when his glasses broke. His hands continued to feel around until he just suddenly stopped. He looked up, and pounced again.<br/>He'd grabbed Rory's knife from underneath, cutting himself again, but getting what he wanted. What he needed. This was his key to ending it all. He was honestly surprised that he'd actually gotten hands on it. Still trembling, he held the knife with both hands, looking at where he assumed Rory was. The formerly frightened and now unstable boy backed up against the wall like a cornered fox, gripping the knife tightly and glancing about with murderous eyes.<br/><br/>""Go near me... And you'll regret it..."" he said back to Rory, ignoring the pain in his head. It was beginning to subside, so that was good. The ringing just wouldn't stop though, and it was making him twitch..."
13320,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=150,2015-01-20T16:01:00,Krytonus,"He takes me by surprise and wrenches my knife away, slicing my thumb open on the way to his grip. Crimson red blood starts to gush from the wound, but I just back away slowly. The guy reminds me of a startled deer.<br/>""Easy, buddy. We don't want anybody else to get hurt really, do we? We say these things, but we don't mean them, right? Think of what your parents would think. You'd have a court sentence and likely go to Juvie or prison. I set up a livestream a few minutes ago on my laptop. This is all being broadcasted. So listen, how about you calm down and maybe we can... We can Skype your parents, or something? We can all work this out like civilized people. Yeah?"" I say, as I slowly back into the corner. I don't want to die, God I don't want to die..."
13321,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=150,2015-01-20T16:40:00,Galdius,"<div align=""center"">slouched down against the elevator door, staring blankly through the wall in an also most comatose state, Charlotte struggled to even process what had happened in the last half hour. With the suicide of one of the elevators passengers, the strange message that appeared on the post it note and the detonation of two bombs inside the building, she was truly frightened as the feeling of despair brought on immanent threat of death ricocheted around in her head. She had never really properly thought of it before, death that is. It was a topic she often attempted to avoid when it came to it, something that lurked in the back of her mind occasionally popping up only to be dismissed back to were it crept from. But now, being stuck in a cramped box rigged to go up like the forth of July, it was all she could really think about. She thought about her son, friedhelm, whom was a mothers boy at heart and how exactly he take her death. How would he handle such a key part of his life just disappearing? The kid barely understood the consent of death, she had spend a better part of an hour trying to explain what had happened to their German shepherd, roman, after the poor bastard got hit by a truck, eventually settling the stereotypical story of him going to doggy haven, although he was still fairly skeptical about that, just like herself. She didn't believe in god, or in any sort of afterlife and that didn't help her situation any.<br/><br/>The thought was quickly broken by an outbreak of a fight which quickly got her attention. with the two bombs that had been detonated, the chaos that had ensued was ultimately inevitable. If someone didn't do nothing however, the elevator would turn into a complete fucking blood bath and she didn't want to be one of the people to die in the crossfire. Charlotte shot to her feet and kept against the wall as she steadied herself for the violence to come as the knox held up one of the passengers with his own knife. Normally she would attempt to talk down him down first, but as of right now, the kid was losing it and wasn't likely to listen to reason. She kept her eyes locked on him as she slowly moved herself along the walls in a flanking maneuver in an attempt to take him by surprise whilst he held up the teenager, if she could disarm him, the potential crisis could be averted. She had no intention of killing him or seriously hurting him, although the potential for him being the guy on board was just as much as everyone else, or even more so, terrorists liked using children, nobody expects the little angelic ones to be strapped with a bomb vest, something that she learned at first hand. <br/><br/>Waiting for the right moment, she quickly darted forward, throwing a low kick towards the kids kneecap before attempting to perform a standing arm lock, hoping to disarm him of his weapon and bring him to the floor.</div>"
13322,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=150,2015-01-20T16:48:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Knox Stanforth</span></span></div><br/>To what Rory said, Knox laughed again. More softly this time... Mentioning the laptop and the livestream only aggravated him more. Using the knife, he pointed to where the laptop was.<br/><br/>""Turn it off..."" he said, voice low and intimidating. ""Turn it off before I stick this in you.""<br/><br/>Waiting, he looked around again, making sure no one was preparing to push him over and grab his weapon. He held the knife close to his body so that it was harder to snatch. Then it would be easy to stab if they missed him. He was both small and quick.<br/>Immobilizing him would be hard, unless he found the root of this soon.<br/><br/>""I don't want to kill anyone... But I have to find this guy..."" Knox said to no one in particular, shaking his head. He was obviously unaware that he was planning to kill everyone to find this person. But he couldn't stop it. His mind was running free, and he was acting almost entirely on instinct. After that brief moment of thought, he glared back at Rory.<br/><br/>""Turn. It. Off... Even better, stomp on it. Are you some kind of sick f*ck?.. You want the whole world to see what's happening here?! For what? Views? F*cking followers?!."" Knox screamed in fury. ""If you die in here that wouldn't be worth anything anyway!"" But he stopped there. He yelped in pain as Charlotte lunged at him. He was slammed back against the wall and was pulled forward. But he wouldn't let go of the knife. Instead, ignoring the pain, he pulled and pulled. He pounded against Charlotte's side with his hurt hand, screaming and crying out. Putting all his energy into struggling, he bit her, got free and tumbled into the corner he was in and fell against his backpack. The knife was still in his hand. He refused to be defeated.<br/><br/>""LEAVE ME ALONE!"" he screamed, kicking as though someone were in front of him. He pressed himself into the corner, sobbing loudly as before when it all started. He didn't seem to realize how close the knife was to his jaw. If he moved too quickly, it just might enter through his chin and into his brain. Mommy Stanforth would cry for days if she lost him. She'd cry if she lost either of her babies."
13323,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=150,2015-01-20T16:53:00,Krytonus,"""Okay, okay, sure, no problem, I can turn it off, sure."" I say, bending down and folding the PC down. However, I made sure the audio was on. I was not doing this for views. This was very important. I was documenting some pretty fucking intense events, and on top of that... I wanted people to know my final words, if it came to that. This Knox guy was getting worse by the second, so I just kept in the corner facing him, being completely still and calm. I didn't want him to think I was planning anything."
13324,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=150,2015-01-20T17:26:00,The New World Oceania,"<hr/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">4:40 pm, February 12, 2013</span></div><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div><span style=""font-style: italic"">There is no such thing as an actual ""real world"". It's just another word like justice,<br/>sorrow, pity, religion, faith, luck, and so on.</span><br/><div align=""right"">Eric Harris</div></div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><div align=""center"">Pine Hill, New York</div></span><br/>""Ready? Three, two... one!"" and the door is kicked down.<br/><br/>The house in in fact not an awful place. Here is a small living room, rough carpet covered with the feet of seven heavily armed officers. Here is a couch covered in blood. Here is a telephone with its wires tied to small box. Here is an old television, glass shattered inward. Here is a Shaker table, a last meal of of lamb and potatoes. And here is a chandelier, a rope tied round its edges, and a body swinging back and forth with a note hanging from its chest.<br/><br/>One officer is on the phone with his superior back in New York City already. Two others are unhinging the body from the noose which suspended it. One is reading the letter attached to the phone.<br/><br/>""There are two more of these fuckers,"" says an officer. ""That's what it says on here.""<br/><br/>""Two more,"" the officer says on his call, looking at the officers with the letter in the corner of his eye. Pause.<br/>To the officer. ""Does he say where they are? Rick, I'm talking to you.""<br/><br/>""Yeah, I'm reading it. Tell your goddamn commissioner he hasn't got precedence on federal agents."" Pause. Sighing. The body thumps to the ground.<br/>""They're both in NYC. One's in the elevator.""<br/><br/>""Two in NYC. One's apparently in the elevator. The Hellivator, is that what we're calling it?"" An intern pokes the body. ""Three?"" An agent slaps the intern's wrist. ""No, no it's on the letter, it reads two, both in NYC but one in NYC is in the elevator. Okay. Right."" Two investigators kneel at the body's side to pat it down for threats. ""Female, age... Looks young. Thirties. Yeah, hung from a chandelier up here. Nope, nothing much, no hijab or any of that. There's a cross on the wall. She left a letter on the phone, we need someone up here who can get the call recordings off that."" Rick puts the letter in a plastic bag and zips it closed. ""Uh. Not that we've seen. Nothing, she had a note around her kneck with a string. Yes. Sure, okay, it reads, uh."" He waves the investigators away from the body to read the note. ""It reads... hell.""<br/><br/>The note is clean but a small drop of blood. The calligraphy in which it was written was spared no mastery:<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Allahu may-yet!""</span><br/><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><div align=""center"">Elevator 17</div></span><br/><br/>Static from the intercom. The Commissioner's voice sounds.<br/>""Occupants of—""<br/>Static.<br/>""Ahem, apologies,<span style=""font-style: italic"">occupants</span>...""<br/>Static.<br/>A bomb detonates on the 64th floor. The elevator barely feels the explosion, but the sound is well heard and only intensified through the intercom. Temperature rises by four degrees but quickly falls back to normal. Static. Static. Static,<br/><br/>Silence.<hr/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Knox Stanforth</span></div>Respiration: normal. Circulation: normal. Two concussions. Insignificant scratches and cuts. 140/90 blood pressure.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Rory O'Driscoll</span></div>Respiration: normal. Circulation: normal. No internal injuries. Insignificant scratches and cuts. 120/80 blood pressure.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Scott Depleur</span></div>Respiration: normal. Circulation: normal. No internal injuries. No external injuries. 150/90 blood pressure."
13325,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=150,2015-01-20T17:41:00,Neo-Chicago,"<span style=""margin-left: 40px;""></span>Tom was frozen in shock. If someone hadn't stopped that psycho, he probably would've died. He put his hand in his briefcase, and meaningfully touched it around the hidden compartment, but decided against it. He didn't want this situation to escalate, because that was the worst possible outcome at this point. ""Man, you've got to think. Do you really think the terrorist would walk into the elevator he was going to blow up, and even crazier, rig it to only go off if he's alive? That's insane! He wouldn't take the risk, not if he was serious about his plot. You're playing right into his hands, and he knows that you will! That goes for all of us! He's playing all of us, and has been right from the start, like pawns in his sick little chess game!"" he shouts, trying to sound believable. He believed the terrorist was in here himself, but if Knox believed that, then they might as well just let the terrorist blow the elevator car straight to hell. ""If you're doing what he wants, then what's the point in even looking for him when he's planned that all out too?"""
13326,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=150,2015-01-20T18:12:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Knox Stanforth</span></span></div><br/>Back pressed up against the wall, Knox began to feel a headache. His vision blurred a moment before he was able to focus again. He shifted to make himself comfortable, but froze upon feeling the edge of the cold knife against his neck. He quickly pulled it away and stared at it. What was happening?.. He had heard what Tom said very clearly, and he gritted his teeth.<br/>Yes, he did. He flipped out. He cursed. And he almost killed someone. The terrorist was indeed probably getting a kick out of all this. Knox wanted to kill him, but was helpless in this situation. He'd made an antagonist of himself without even knowing.<br/><br/>He held the knife to his chest, assuming that it was the only weapon in the elevator. So he didn't want it in anyone else's hands. Whoever was behind all this was in the dark, grinning to himself, pleased after watching the kid go off like a fuse and blindly attack the other passengers like a rabid dog. All of a sudden Knox felt embarrassment. Did it really take a blow to the head to get him back to thinking straight? Now more frightened than ever, he wondered if killing himself was the best thing to do at this point. While he was in that unstable state, he had a brief thought that dying earlier was better than spending a moment more in this elevator car, with the stench, with the terrorist, with the fear, and with the fact that everyone was now probably looking at him with scorn.<br/><br/>He'd attacked someone and was put in his place by a f*cking concussion. The pain began to settle in, and he clenched his jaw. He wanted to beg for help, but he felt like he had no right to do so. Not after he just threatened people here. He might as well just die. They might as well just put him down and be done with it. They were right. He had helped the terrorist to some extent. But what would they have wanted him to do? He was a frightened kid in a dark elevator. If they just killed him, there would be one less candidate to deal with. Sitting there, he wrapped his arms around his knees with the knife between his thighs. Knox was now having trouble deciding where he should stab himself. If he was going to die, he wanted to die quickly. He didn't want to feel pain anymore.<br/><br/>""I'm sorry..."" he said between loud sobs, leaning forward so his forehead was pressed against the dull side of the knife. ""I'm sorry... I'm just scared... I didn't want to hurt anyone...""<br/><br/>So he leaned back against the wall again and took the knife in one hand, staring at the blade. It was clean. And it looked painful. Death never went without pain, anyway. He pointed it at his temple, his hand shaking, but he couldn't. He let out a big breath and dropped the knife. His vision blurred again, and his hands were shaking. He tried to say something, but couldn't. What was happening to him? Was this how his mom and dad raised him? Did he just try to kill himself?<br/><br/>""Just... Kill me, please... I'm sorry... I shouldn't have... I can't let anyone see me after this..."" he said, crying so loudly that he barely even heard the explosion from the floors above. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">I'm sorry</span>..."""
13327,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=150,2015-01-20T18:22:00,Neo-Chicago,"<span style=""margin-left: 40px;""></span>""Listen, it's okay. It can happen to the best of us, it's primal instinct, primal fear, primal anger. Anyway, I think I have something that can help you with the pain you're probably feeling right about now."" Tom said, genuinely. He pulled one of the bottles of painkillers out of his briefcase, and handed it to him. ""We should ration these though, no way of knowing what could happen. But we've taken the first step to beating this guy, and I honestly think he's pretty bewildered at this point if he's watching us right now, somehow."" Tom added. He thought back to the laptop, with its camera and audio.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Wouldn't be surprised if this guy is watching us right now, laughing. That laptop's probably on a livestream,</span>he thought to himself, relieved that they had managed to calm the situation down, albeit with a blow to the head. He was also glad that he hadn't had to use the gun, and by extension, reveal the gun to the rest of the elevator passengers. It was his ace in the hole if this went to shit and the terrorist confronted them."
13328,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=150,2015-01-21T04:05:00,Alleniana,"Anna had woken, and spoke, but it seemed nobody had quite cared. She'd watched as people freaked out, as yet more booming came down from other levels, as scuffles broke out near instantaneously and ended in the same way. And then they had calmed down a bit, and it almost calmed her, too. She stood from her position in the corner, curled up, and promptly fell down on her rear. She almost began to laugh as she realised her legs had fallen asleep with her, and suddenly, that static feeling of pins and needles invaded them. Her legs started flailing around weakly, she grabbing them and trying to shake them to get some blood into them, all sitting down.<br/><br/>""Oh, uh, sorry... sorry, my legs fell asleep. Ah, haha, ow! Just, aahh...""<br/><br/>It was thankfully only few seconds before she got them under control, and then the dead man's presence struck her again, and then she needed to pee. Hmm."
13329,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=150,2015-01-21T05:27:00,Cylarn,"Before Scott could step in and disarm the kid, everyone had jumped in to disarm the situation, which perturbed him a bit. Call him stereotypical of civilians, but he never trusted civilians in a fight. The kid had disarmed and injured one of the idiotic civilians, and everyone started to jump the poor kid, culminating in the situation becoming even more dire. The officer maneuvered his way to the kid, trying to get into as much of a flanking position as he could, despite the fact that Knox was now in a corner. Had Scott been able to intervene first, he could have easily disarmed the kid and controlled the situation before anyone got hurt.<br/><br/>Thankfully, Tom quickly controlled the situation. Scott had to hand it to the guy; he knew exactly how to communicate with people, and he bet that the guy was a badass in the courtroom. He made a note to keep the guy on speed-dial if he ever got in a legal dispute, if they managed to survive. The kid had dropped his weapon, and he broke down immediately following Tom's words. He stepped forward towards the kid, placing a hand on his shoulder as his right foot kicked the knife away, back towards Tom. He looked towards Knox's eyes, giving him a reassuring smile in order to calm him down. The scenario reminded him of so many that he had encountered among his troops, whether it be as a result of homesickness, PTSD, frustration, or drug usage. He had lost the high that comes with a confrontation, and he was reflecting on his actions. The breakdown was the consequence of looking back at the incident.<br/><br/>""Hey kid, we're all starting to lose it,"" he said, before turning to Tom. ""Anyone got any water? Snacks?""<br/><br/>He turned back to Knox, pulling him close with his hand and embracing him in a tight hug. Such a simple gesture, but it often is an effective one. Hugging calmed people down, and let them know that they were ok.<br/><br/>""I know what you're going through, alright?"" he said, trying to sympathize with the kid. ""You shouldn't be in here; none of us should, but here we are. We can't lose ourselves, or we're letting this bastard win, ok? Right now, we're all in this fight together. If we lose ourselves and give this sick fuck what he wants, then we lose. Alright, sit down and take a nap. We're gonna get out of here, and hold me to my word.""<br/><br/>He released the boy, and took a step back, waiting for his response."
13330,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=150,2015-01-21T06:01:00,Krytonus,"<blockquote><div><cite>Cylarn <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323818&amp;p=23214159#p23214159"">wrote</a>:</cite>Before Scott could step in and disarm the kid, everyone had jumped in to disarm the situation, which perturbed him a bit. Call him stereotypical of civilians, but he never trusted civilians in a fight. The kid had disarmed and injured one of the idiotic civilians, and everyone started to jump the poor kid, culminating in the situation becoming even more dire. The officer maneuvered his way to the kid, trying to get into as much of a flanking position as he could, despite the fact that Knox was now in a corner. Had Scott been able to intervene first, he could have easily disarmed the kid and controlled the situation before anyone got hurt. <br/><br/>Thankfully, Tom quickly controlled the situation. Scott had to hand it to the guy; he knew exactly how to communicate with people, and he bet that the guy was a badass in the courtroom. He made a note to keep the guy on speed-dial if he ever got in a legal dispute, if they managed to survive. The kid had dropped his weapon, and he broke down immediately following Tom's words. He stepped forward towards the kid, placing a hand on his shoulder as his right foot kicked the knife away, back towards Tom. He looked towards Knox's eyes, giving him a reassuring smile in order to calm him down. The scenario reminded him of so many that he had encountered among his troops, whether it be as a result of homesickness, PTSD, frustration, or drug usage. He had lost the high that comes with a confrontation, and he was reflecting on his actions. The breakdown was the consequence of looking back at the incident.<br/><br/>""Hey kid, we're all starting to lose it,"" he said, before turning to Tom. ""Anyone got any water? Snacks?""<br/><br/>He turned back to Knox, pulling him close with his hand and embracing him in a tight hug. Such a simple gesture, but it often is an effective one. Hugging calmed people down, and let them know that they were ok.<br/><br/>""I know what you're going through, alright?"" he said, trying to sympathize with the kid. ""You shouldn't be in here; none of us should, but here we are. We can't lose ourselves, or we're letting this bastard win, ok? Right now, we're all in this fight together. If we lose ourselves and give this sick fuck what he wants, then we lose. Alright, sit down and take a nap. We're gonna get out of here, and hold me to my word."" <br/><br/>He released the boy, and took a step back, waiting for his response.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>As soon as the opportunity arises, I dart forwards and swipe up my knife, closing it over and slipping it back into my pocket.<br/>""Listen, I'm keeping this thing. It's mine and it's staying mine. I won't use it unless I completely have to, though. Promise."" I say as I dive into my bag and fish out my Snickers bar.<br/>""I've got this,"" I hold up the chocolate bar, ""But that's all I got. No water, or anything. I thought I was applying for a newspaper internship, not a survival program."""
13331,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=150,2015-01-21T14:18:00,Neo-Chicago,"<span style=""margin-left: 40px;""></span>Tom was exhausted by the ordeals he had gone through in the past... how many hours had it been? He hadn't even been paying attention, but he was sure they had been in there for quite a long time. ""I've got two cans of mountain dew, but that's it."" he told the rest, somewhat amused. An idea then occurred to him. ""Oh, I also have a bottle of anxiety pills in my pocket. Have one or two if you're just getting too... tense, I suppose, up in arms, et cetera."" he added, placing the bottle of pills on the elevator floor. Tom wished he had brought some sort of snack, but he didn't exactly anticipate being trapped in an elevator car for who knows how long. A thought suddenly occurred to him, some what randomly. ""What if... there is no bomb near this elevator? Think about it. The terrorist wanted us to think he was in the elevator, to create some sort of anxiety... What if he thinks we're just going to inevitably kill each other? There's no point in having a timed bomb if he didn't want to schedule it in accord with something. What if... what if we're some sort of advertisement, a way for them to get their message out there? For example, he or she is keeping us alive so we spread word of their actions through social media? I know it's a bit of a stretch, and don't quote me on this... but what if?"""
13332,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=150,2015-01-21T14:44:00,Jessjohnesik,"Johanna could only observe in shock at the violent tantrum thrown by one of the child occupants, Knox. She didn't see him as too much of a serious threat, he likely wouldn't be able to cause serious damage should he attack someone. Right now, however, he was a threat to the stability of the minds of the elevator's occupants. He also posed as a possible distraction in a serious situation and would likely not be able to cooperate for at least some time, which would effectively lower the already low morale of the trapped group.<br/><br/>She hadn't taken the chance to intervene or say something regarding Knox. She thought it was useless at this point to try to do something other than, perhaps, attempting to lighten the child's mood and hopes up, something she wasn't exceptionally good at. In any case, what could she physically do? Charlotte and Scott had both already tried to do something and it failed in both cases, despite Johanna thinking Knox would give up his knife during Charlotte's attempt.<br/><br/>The air had gotten thicker, it seemed. Johanna breathed more heavily and she didn't like these new conditions. The elevator itself was now sickening to her, hopefully not sickening enough to cause a phobia once Johanna gets out of here. If she gets out of here: a question that has bothered Johanna since the moment the bombs went off. She tried not to think about it, but the thoughts were quite infectious. Something that bothered her the most was that if what Scott said is true,<span style=""font-style: italic"">why is she here?</span>If the terrorist wants to show the world the torture of a group of Americans, how did she, a German national, get here? The thought could actually be ironic if it weren't the severity of the situation.<br/><br/>Opening her handbag, Johanna took out a Snickers bar, rather hungrily taking a bite out of it once she had gotten the first half unwrapped. She pondered more about how long will this last and will it end with her surviving or an abrupt end in her life."
13333,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=150,2015-01-21T16:43:00,The New World Oceania,"<hr/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">5:11 pm, February 12, 2013</span></div><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div><span style=""font-style: italic"">Refusing to accept a life of submission, the suicide bomber<br/>turns life itself into a horrible weapon.</span><br/><div align=""right"">Michael Hardt and Antonio Negri</div></div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Toshiba Battery Life: 44 minutes.</span>"
13334,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=150,2015-01-21T16:55:00,The Almighty Bob,"<blockquote><div><cite>Neo-Chicago <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323818&amp;p=23210335#p23210335"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""margin-left: 40px;""></span>""Listen, it's okay. It can happen to the best of us, it's primal instinct, primal fear, primal anger. Anyway, I think I have something that can help you with the pain you're probably feeling right about now."" Tom said, genuinely. He pulled one of the bottles of painkillers out of his briefcase, and handed it to him. ""We should ration these though, no way of knowing what could happen. But we've taken the first step to beating this guy, and I honestly think he's pretty bewildered at this point if he's watching us right now, somehow."" Tom added. He thought back to the laptop, with its camera and audio. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Wouldn't be surprised if this guy is watching us right now, laughing. That laptop's probably on a livestream,</span> he thought to himself, relieved that they had managed to calm the situation down, albeit with a blow to the head. He was also glad that he hadn't had to use the gun, and by extension, reveal the gun to the rest of the elevator passengers. It was his ace in the hole if this went to shit and the terrorist confronted them.</div></blockquote><br/>""Oh, my<span style=""font-style: italic"">back,</span>"" came a voice from the floor of the elevator. ""I think I pulled a couple muscles or something."" Steve struggled to his feet and stretched out his arms, wincing. ""Right, what's happening? Oh, do you mind if I take one of those?"" Steve reached for the bottle of painkillers. ""I've got a water bottle in my briefcase, but that's about it. Not really much of a concern at this stage, is it?"""
13335,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=150,2015-01-21T17:45:00,Neo-Chicago,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Almighty Bob <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323818&amp;p=23220503#p23220503"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Oh, my <span style=""font-style: italic"">back,</span>"" came a voice from the floor of the elevator. ""I think I pulled a couple muscles or something."" Steve struggled to his feet and stretched out his arms, wincing. ""Right, what's happening? Oh, do you mind if I take one of those?"" Steve reached for the bottle of painkillers. ""I've got a water bottle in my briefcase, but that's about it. Not really much of a concern at this stage, is it?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 40px;""></span>""No, I don't mind at all. And no, I think that if there is in fact a bomb, it will go off long before the onset of dehydration. You can survive a week without water, and about a month without food."" he says, paying very little attention. He was leafing through the manila envelopes inside of his briefcase, reading them as he didn't exactly have much to do. He certainly hoped that the laptop in the elevator was livestreaming, or at least saving to some online location. The general atmosphere in the elevator had become more relaxed, almost careless. It was good, he had had enough stress in this elevator for a lifetime, and reading through the manila envelopes was a sort of escapism. The quality of the place he was escaping to compared to his current situation was questionable at best, and at worst it was like a soldier reliving firefights while locked up in a POW camp. Regardless, it was at least more interesting than this."
13336,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=150,2015-01-21T18:08:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Knox Stanforth</span></span></div><br/>Knox was surprised by the sudden hug from someone he at first didn't recognize, but realized it was that military man. The one that had called him a 'smart kid'. As Scott might have expected, the hug did indeed work. Knox only cried harder though, leaning against Scott's shoulder. Knox hoped he didn't mind getting tears all over his clothing.<br/><br/>The boy's sobbing gradually lessened, but they didn't stop. He was still scared, but unable to muster up any more strength to react. Screwing at his eyes with his fists, Knox nodded, having understood what Scott said. That hug was so tight and warm that for a moment, Knox thought it was his dad. Anyway, calming down a bit more and brushing the little pain he felt aside, he streched his uninjured hand out a little bit away from his narrow body towards Scott. It was still a bit damp with tears, sweat, and blood. But that hardly mattered now, what with the stench and all the nasty stuff on the elevator floor.<br/><br/>""Knox Stanforth."" he introduced himself, pushing his eyeglasses up against his nose. There were cracks in them now, and a piece in the left lens was missing. It cut his face, but it didn't go too deep.<br/><br/>From the corner of his eye, he saw that slightly older guy grabbing the knife. It was his, like he said, though Knox really would have preferred that it was in his own hands. He felt worried that someone here who might think he was crazy would just kill him after what he just did. Despite his thoughts earlier, he was really actually afraid to die. Not knowing whether he had a chance or not, he decided to just hang on for a bit. He reached for his phone and the floor and let the blood drip off of it. He didn't like the thought that the person who owned this blood was right in front, but he had no choice. Knox kept an eye on the phone just in case a call came in.<br/><br/>Unfortunately, he had no food packed. He'd finished his lunch, and he had some money but there was nowhere to but food from. He didn't even have water. Still, he was ashamed to ask for anything of anyone else. He was even afraid to take the painkillers that Tom offered him. Aside from telling Scott his name, he said nothing more, just sitting there and sniffling. He would apologize, but he felt appalled by his own behavior. It was just... A part of his nature to immediately break down in very tense situations. He had always been violent, but he'd never shown it. The anger and frustration he felt often came out by means of writing."
13337,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=150,2015-01-21T18:55:00,Alleniana,"Anna had no food or water, but... well, that wasn't really the issue right now. She needed to pee.<br/><br/>The others seemed to be eating, chatting, calming down, but now Anna was getting rather worried. Not as much as she was at the bomb, but it was still a niggling, frustrating worry. Well, a bit beyond that. Unless she wanted to wet herself, she needed a place to pee, fast.<br/><br/>""Uh, hey... guys? Sorry to bother you, but... uh, I gotta pee. Can you, um, help pull the elevator door open or something? Or has anyone got a bottle, or...""<br/><br/>She felt stupid, and probably sounded stupid, but urination was not optional."
13338,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=150,2015-01-22T13:54:00,Neo-Chicago,"<span style=""margin-left: 40px;""></span>""Yeah, after the elevator doors open part-way, they open the rest of the way. Plus, nothing's holding them in place since there's no power running to the elevator. Scott, you want to help me with this?"" he asked, wedging his fingers into the crack between the left and right elevator doors, and pulling. Suddenly, for almost no rhyme or reason, the song ""I Love Rock and Roll"" popped into his head. He began to hum it to himself, tapping the rhythm with his foot. There was still the dent from when he impacted with it, left in the elevator door, and he was mildly surprised to have avoided a broken foot. Tom was just glad that no one had to take a shit."
13339,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=150,2015-01-22T13:59:00,Cylarn,"<blockquote><div><cite>Neo-Chicago <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323818&amp;p=23229313#p23229313"">wrote</a>:</cite>-snip-</div></blockquote><br/><br/>When the Arab woman mentioned that she had to pee, Scott couldn't help but laugh at the irony of the situation. Here they were, trapped in an elevator, and someone had to pee. He chortled for a few moments before Tom asked him to assist in opening the door. Scott cleared his throat and gave a nod, moving towards the door and doing the same as Tom. Although he wasn't a muscle-head, Scott was still an athletic and fairly-muscular head, given that he is prone to exercising when he can. Swimming, jogging, working with machines, and other exercises were things he was prone to doing, with swimming being the big one.<br/><br/>He grunted a bit as he and Tom began to force the doors open, throwing their combined strength into the effort so that they could open the doors."
13340,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=150,2015-01-22T22:12:00,Alleniana,"""Thanks...""<br/><br/>She wasn't sure what else to say. ""Thanks for opening this not-toilet door? Thanks for helping me to not pee myself or the floor of the elevator?"" Was a bit of an awkward situation; one that almost took her mind off why they were in there. Of course, this was very directly related, but the mind wandered.<br/><br/>Anna, legs crossed, helped to try and pull the doors open a bit too, assuming that they were just your average doors that opened into somewhere, and that she could pee through, at least without completely saturating the floor of the elevator. It wasn't dangerous, nor impossible, right? How could this affect anything?<br/><br/>She told herself that as she put as much weight onto as she could without spilling her bladder."
13341,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=150,2015-01-23T17:50:00,The Almighty Bob,"""Well, I would help, but I'm pretty sure I just slipped a disc, so I think I'll stay back on this one."" Steve winced again as he swallowed the pill. ""Glad I brought along this water. Now if only I had something to read..."" He opened his briefcase and began searching through it."
13342,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=175,2015-01-23T19:50:00,Galdius,"<div align=""center"">Charlotte stupidly underestimated the kid and the situation as a whole, which quickly resulted in her getting what she deserved. He was slippery as all hell and quickly managed to break free from her attempted arm lock after he dug his teeth deep into her hand, causing a deep wound at the bottom of her palm. Luckily for her, tom and scott quickly managed to quickly resolve the situation by taking a much less aggressive approach, something that she should have done in the first place. Perhaps it was the stress of the situation that was causing herself to react in a more violent way that she would usually would or maybe it was the environment that she was stuck in, she didn't exactly like tight spaces. The throbbing pain in her hand quickly stole her attention away from the situation as blood trickled down from the mauled skin, dripping down onto the floor, decorating the floor with red dots of crimson. She had nothing really to properly dress the wound with, nothing sterile at least. For now, she would just have to hope that the bleeding would stop on its own. <br/><br/>Tuning back into the conversation, it had quickly turned to one of humans very basic needs and with them being stuck in an elevator, there wasn't exactly many places on could relieve such a need and the Arab girl was the first to fall to such a problem. All she could think off was how incredibly embarrassing it must be for her, the complete lack of privacy for her to do her business, although things were about to get fair worse, if this attack was going to last longer than day, a whole other bunch of problems would quickly prop up. ""Alright, what do we know?"" she piped up, emptying her blazer pockets, placing it into her jean pockets, excluding her folding knife, which she kept in her good hand. She then took off her jacket and used it to cover up bobs stinking dead body. ""Now, before you jump on me for saying this, the clock is ticking here."" she didn't like the situation any more than the next person, but the faster they could solve this situation the better it would be for them. ""Now these guys are good, not some two bit bomber whos made a pipe bomb from home depot supplies, considering that they hijacked my call to the police."" She was still having a little trouble figuring out how exactly they had done that, phreaking had become obsolete with the increased security of the digital age, perhaps a modified imsi catcher? ""too good to be going to these lengths to get one person and the fact that we are in a elevator most likely means that the attack is random."" She added to what tom and Scott had been saying, some of which she had brought up earlier, particularly when she said that this felt like a game, one fucked up game. ""So, like tom said, that perhaps leaves political motivation?"" there was plenty of devices in here transmitting lots of data out into the world, with the most notable being the phones and the teenagers laptop, who, was strangely live streaming the whole event, which was a complete waste of a finite resource which could be used to their advantage. If the terrorist running things was conducting this from outside the building, the chances were that he would have to access the buildings security network, which Charlotte, along with the rest of her team, had particularly build from the ground up. ""So, whats the next step?""</div>"
13343,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=175,2015-01-24T12:08:00,The Almighty Bob,"<blockquote><div><cite>Galdius <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323818&amp;p=23244775#p23244775"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center"">Charlotte stupidly underestimated the kid and the situation as a whole, which quickly resulted in her getting what she deserved. He was slippery as all hell and quickly managed to break free from her attempted arm lock after he dug his teeth deep into her hand, causing a deep wound at the bottom of her palm. Luckily for her, tom and scott quickly managed to quickly resolve the situation by taking a much less aggressive approach, something that she should have done in the first place. Perhaps it was the stress of the situation that was causing herself to react in a more violent way that she would usually would or maybe it was the environment that she was stuck in, she didn't exactly like tight spaces. The throbbing pain in her hand quickly stole her attention away from the situation as blood trickled down from the mauled skin, dripping down onto the floor, decorating the floor with red dots of crimson. She had nothing really to properly dress the wound with, nothing sterile at least. For now, she would just have to hope that the bleeding would stop on its own. <br/><br/>Tuning back into the conversation, it had quickly turned to one of humans very basic needs and with them being stuck in an elevator, there wasn't exactly many places on could relieve such a need and the Arab girl was the first to fall to such a problem. All she could think off was how incredibly embarrassing it must be for her, the complete lack of privacy for her to do her business, although things were about to get fair worse, if this attack was going to last longer than day, a whole other bunch of problems would quickly prop up. ""Alright, what do we know?"" she piped up, emptying her blazer pockets, placing it into her jean pockets, excluding her folding knife, which she kept in her good hand. She then took off her jacket and used it to cover up bobs stinking dead body. ""Now, before you jump on me for saying this, the clock is ticking here."" she didn't like the situation any more than the next person, but the faster they could solve this situation the better it would be for them. ""Now these guys are good, not some two bit bomber whos made a pipe bomb from home depot supplies, considering that they hijacked my call to the police."" She was still having a little trouble figuring out how exactly they had done that, phreaking had become obsolete with the increased security of the digital age, perhaps a modified imsi catcher? ""too good to be going to these lengths to get one person and the fact that we are in a elevator most likely means that the attack is random."" She added to what tom and Scott had been saying, some of which she had brought up earlier, particularly when she said that this felt like a game, one fucked up game. ""So, like tom said, that perhaps leaves political motivation?"" there was plenty of devices in here transmitting lots of data out into the world, with the most notable being the phones and the teenagers laptop, who, was strangely live streaming the whole event, which was a complete waste of a finite resource which could be used to their advantage. If the terrorist running things was conducting this from outside the building, the chances were that he would have to access the buildings security network, which Charlotte, along with the rest of her team, had particularly build from the ground up. ""So, whats the next step?""</div></div></blockquote><br/>Steve looked up from his briefcase. ""That's a very good point. How could they have intercepted a 911 call? I mean, this isn't the 80's. You can't exactly use a Captain Crunch whistle on a Blackberry. Maybe they had someone... no, that doesn't make sense..."" Steve pondered for a moment. ""WELL, that's not really important, is it? What's next?"""
13344,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=175,2015-01-24T14:37:00,Krytonus,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Rory O'Driscoll</span></span></div><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Rory O'Driscoll</span><br/>@RoDrisco<br/>I haven't got much laptop battery left. Power settings say forty minutes or so, but these things switch off usually about ten before that. I'll try and keep tweeting on my phone afterwards. I hope this ends soon. The livestream is still going, and will until battery dies.<br/>#Hellivator</blockquote><br/><br/>I sit back and sigh. It's getting very cramped in here. The Arab girl is trying to piss, Bob's body is still stinking and Knox is still terrifying me. I keep my hands on the knife."
13345,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=175,2015-01-24T14:44:00,Neo-Chicago,"<span style=""margin-left: 40px;""></span>Tom groaned. ""The thing is, it might as well be that easy."" he told Steve. He took a crushed up can of mountain dew out of his briefcase. ""Pretend this,"" he said, holding up the can. ""is your cell phone's signal. And this,"" he said, pointing at the elevator wall. ""is the cell phone tower."" he concluded, and tossed the can at the wall. Then, he picked up his briefcase and put it between the wall and himself. ""Now pretend my briefcase is the antenna on that interceptor's phone."" he told the people in the elevator. He threw the can the same as before, and it ricocheted off the case and hit the wall behind him. ""That's it in essence."" He had moved back against the wall after prying the doors open, and was now turning on his phone to open a site he frequented called Nationstates. ""Yeah, I know this is a drain on batteries, but I've got to keep up with my issues."" he told the rest, and picked the third option on his first issue."
13346,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=175,2015-01-24T16:20:00,The New World Oceania,"<hr/><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><div align=""center"">NationStates Mobile</div></span></span><span style=""font-style: italic"">Jennifer Government: NationStates, by Max Barry</span><br/><div style=""float: right;""><span style=""font-size: 136%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Neo-Chicago's Telegrams<span style=""margin-left: 50px;""></span></span></span><br/><span style=""color: green""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://s9.postimg.org/fduearwuz/image.jpg""/>The Community of <a href=""//www.nationstates.net/nation=Not a Bang but a Whimper"">Not a Bang but a Whimper</a></span><br/><span style=""font-size: 85%; line-height: 116%;"">12 minutes ago</span><br/>I am watching you. I am telling the world about<br/>you. Nowhere is safe inside of our room until I<br/>am gone. Come closer. I am your living nightmare<br/>and your dying dream. I am your bones vibrating<br/>and your rectum collapsing. I am the desires you<br/>always sought to repress. Come closer. Let me<br/>love you to death.<br/>—Greene<br/><div align=""right"">Reply | Archive | Delete</div>___________________________________________<br/><span style=""color: green""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://s30.postimg.org/5cjwm07y5/image.jpg""/>The Clever Title of <a href=""//www.nationstates.net/nation=The New World Oceania"">The New World Oceania</a></span><br/><span style=""font-size: 85%; line-height: 116%;"">3 days 20 hours ago</span><br/>What type of painkillers are those?<br/><div align=""right"">Reply | Archive | Delete</div>___________________________________________<br/><span style=""color: orange"">NationStates Moderators</span><br/><span style=""font-size: 85%; line-height: 116%;"">12 days ago</span><br/>STOP MAKING FUCKING MEME THREADS<br/><div align=""right"">Reply | Archive | Delete</div></div><div style=""margin-left:75px; margin-right:75px; margin-bottom:5px; margin-top:5px""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;""><a href=""//www.nationstates.net/nation=NEO-CHICAGO"">NEO-CHICAGO</a><br/><ul>&gt; ISSUES (2)<br/>&gt; TELEGRAMS (1)<br/>&gt; DOSSIER<br/>&gt; SETTINGS</ul>&gt; <span style=""color: green"">THE GREAT AMERICAN UNION</span><br/>&gt; THE WORLD<br/>&gt; DISPATCHES<br/>&gt; NEWS<br/>&gt; FAQ<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">&gt; FORUM___________</span></span><br/><span style=""font-size: 105%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""margin-left: 20px;"">Latest Forum Topics</span></span></span><br/><span style=""font-size: 90%; line-height: 116%;"">&gt; <span style=""color: green"">Is President Barack Obama<br/><span style=""margin-left: 10px;""></span>secretly a... (1,986)</span><br/>-------------------------------------<br/>&gt; <span style=""color: green"">Fuckin' Dumbass Flaming in<br/><span style=""margin-left: 10px;""></span>Campfire Discussion (2)</span><br/>-------------------------------------<br/>&gt; <span style=""color: green"">best way to bomb an<br/><span style=""margin-left: 10px;""></span>elevator??.?? (11)</span><br/>-------------------------------------<br/>&gt; <span style=""color: green"">Elevator: a Character<br/><span style=""margin-left: 10px;""></span>Roleplay (IC) (180)</span><br/>-------------------------------------</span></div><hr/>"
13347,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=175,2015-01-25T10:39:00,Neo-Chicago,"<span style=""margin-left: 40px;""></span>After opening the ""best way to bomb an elevator?!?"" thread and posting the message:<br/><br/>""You know, funnily enough, I'm in an elevator that's currently being bombed. Anyway, you should try putting bombs radiating inwards towards the elevator from the building exterior. btw, you shouldn't do it in a major building like the Empire State Building or the Sears Tower, but a somewhat major one like the John Hancock Center or maybe the Trump World Tower. Always good to be of help!""<br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 40px;""></span>Tom opened up his telegrams to see the message from Greene. ""Oh shit."" he said, completely surprised by the telegram. He then began furiously tapping out a message on his phone and cursing about the fact that these buttons were 'made for fucking elves or something'.<br/><br/>""Wow, your message was the BOMB. It's really just an EXPLOSION of good will, and frankly, you could say that it has ELEVATED me to a better mood. Seriously though, you're an asshole, and I really, really hate all of the choices you've made with your nation. I mean WTF, it's like you made it so I hated it insanely. btw, how is it that the leading cause of death in your nation is ""complications of elevator bombings"", that's just ridiculous!<br/><br/>-Walker""<br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 40px;""></span>Afterward, he posted on the roleplay he was playing called 'Elevator: A Character Roleplay', where he was playing as some guy from Pittsburgh named ""Dom Pacer"", who really, really missed living in Pittsburgh. The roleplay was about some people trapped in an elevator that was being bombed, that was in the GE Building, and yet he hadn't made the connection, even though he literally included ""Sorry, am currently trapped in an elevator in the GE Building that's being bombed. ik, ik, sorry, I'll try to keep up with the RP."" in his post. When this concluded, he made a post in International Incidents titled ""I don't usually get trapped in elevators..."" and the body of the text was ""...but when I do, I try to antagonize everyone.<img alt="":twisted:"" src=""./images/smilies/icon_twisted.gif"" title=""Twisted Evil""/>"""
13348,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=175,2015-01-25T20:05:00,Galdius,"<div align=""center"">Charlotte couldn't help but feel insulted as tom attempted to explain how a MITM attack worked to her and the others in the elevator in a rather demeaning way, even though the man himself clearly knew nothing more than the basics of how that or celltowers worked. She had a feeling, which was no doubt wrong, that he was no doubt getting this information from Hollywood films, which was notorious for being unable to portray hacking and phreaking correctly. It hadn't been the first time she had been talked to in such a manner, it had happened plenty of times in fact, a few times in the building itself. But in this occasion she wasn't in the mood about to take it. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Wow.</span>"" she scoffed sarcastically, normally she would throw in a slow clap just for good measure, but with her mauled hand, that wouldn't be to smart. ""Congrats on that presentation, that part with the soda can? <span style=""font-style: italic"">cleared everything up</span>!"" Charlotte continued, her eyes filled with anger. ""Although next time you want to berate someone on their lack of knowledge, you might want to know what your actually talking about you <span style=""font-style: italic"">Blöde Fotze</span>!"" she spat, glaring into his eyes, letting the mans behavior in combination with the events that were transpiring in this elevator get the better of her. She immediately felt bad about what she just said, ashamed in fact, about her outburst. <br/><br/>""I'm sorry."" She avowed apologetically, realizing that her actions in the last hour hadn't exactly been one of a model citizen, feeling bad about her outburst and the way she stepped in with the kid, whom she assaulted in a rather unforgiving manner in her attempt to disarm him. ""I'm sorry about the way I've acted with you all."" she continued, looking down towards the floor with shame, hoping that the situation wouldn't escalate anymore due to her actions. ""I know its no excuse, but this shits just getting to me."" She took and deep breath as she rubbed her face, taking a deep breath as she tried to relax in a situation which was only pure stress. ""Anyone got a cigarette or gum?"" she hadn't smoked in the last four years, but the last half hour she was starting to feel the addictive craving of nicotine, gum often helped her with that. Unsurprisingly she hadn't thought to bring some, of course not expecting a run of the mill elevator journey to turn into this.</div>"
13349,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=175,2015-01-26T06:40:00,Jessjohnesik,"Johanna well understood what Charlotte had called Tom, unintentionally smirking in the margin of the few seconds the words have been said. She certainly agreed with what Charlotte said, but figured that statement like that aren't the norm for her, given her breakdown after that. Not that it was the norm for Johanna in any way. In fact, Johanna was inherently surprised to hear what Charlotte had said, especially given Johanna herself would never say something even remotely like that unless directly provoked or very deeply offended.<br/><br/>Now, however, even Johanna's rather hardcore well being was getting damaged by the impending sensation of an end. Each more second spent in the elevator damaged Johanna's sense of security, thus uprooting and eating away at the base of her sanity and rational thinking. The brewing real danger made the situation instill even more fear and uncertainty into her mind, the mental state of which eroded too fast for Johanna to handle. She never wanted any of this.<br/><br/>Having depleted her absolutely minimal social needs, Johanna almost immediately jumped at the opportunity to converse at least to some extent and for at least a certain amount of time with the one person she could do this with, or at least felt she could.<br/><br/>Reaching inside her purse, Johanna took out a half-depleted gum package, taking out two pieces and offering them to Charlotte, hoping to start a conversation with a person conveniently standing close to her because of that.<br/><br/>""Here, I have some. It's watermelon I believe."" Johanna offered to Charlotte with a friendly smile."
13350,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=175,2015-01-26T14:08:00,Neo-Chicago,"<span style=""margin-left: 40px;""></span>""Well still, that's the gist of it, anyway. I'm just saying that it's absurdly easy for someone to intercept a cellphone signal, and with minimal equipment at that."" Tom responded, slightly amused. While he didn't know exactly what the woman had called him, he assumed it was some sort of German cuss word. When she asked for a cigarette, he momentarily began to say something, but then he remembered that he had left his current pack back at his apartment, along with his lighter. He possessed above average intelligence, but often just guessed about things he didn't know, or used facts that he'd heard,<span style=""font-style: italic"">you know, somewhere.</span>It was something of a show that he put on, maybe even a facade. At this point, Tom honestly didn't believe that anyone would come, and that they would just be left for dead in that elevator. And why not? It's not like there's been any sign of help being on the way. Ironically, as he had started listening to Pandora on his phone, the song Help Is On The Way by Rise Against came on, and he chuckled to himself. ""Do you guys honestly think that anyone's coming? I'm being serious here, at this point, I'm not sure. Maybe we should go out... on our own terms."""
13351,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=175,2015-01-26T19:31:00,The New World Oceania,"<hr/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">6:45 pm, February 12, 2013</span></div><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div><span style=""font-style: italic"">The idea of reasoning with terrorists without force or with appeasement is naive,<br/>and I think it's dangerous.</span><br/><div align=""right"">George Allen</div></div></blockquote><br/><br/>A slight shudder in the elevator."
13352,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=175,2015-01-27T02:26:00,Alleniana,"The door came open, finally, and there it sat, opening onto a slight gap; one could peek out to see both floors they were trapped between, and indeed, Anna could even see her quiet workplace. Ignoring that beacon of normality, though she opted to focus on the here and now.<br/><br/>""Well, er, thank you... I'll, uh, I've got to pee now...""<br/><br/>Hoping the inhabitants of the elevator would be kind enough to give her at least some small measure of privacy, she attempted to squat at the lower gap, in order that her urine might dribble out; hopefully not doing any damage or anything, but, well...<br/><br/>Then, the elevator shook, a slight tremor. She paused, having not yet begun.<br/><br/>""What was that?"""
13353,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=175,2015-01-28T19:00:00,The New World Oceania,"<hr/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">7:00 pm, February 12, 2013</span></div><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div><span style=""font-style: italic"">Struggle is a duty.</span><br/><div align=""right"">Constitution of Sudan</div></div></blockquote><br/><br/>Knox Stanforth collapses."
13354,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=175,2015-01-28T20:26:00,Galdius,"<div align=""center"">""Thank you."" Charlotte smiled gratefully at the woman's, Johanna's, kindness, sticking the strip of pinkish chewing gum in her mouth and started chewing, it didn't exactly taste like watermelon like the woman suggested but that didn't matter. as the only reason she was chewing on the stuff was to take her mind off the lingering addiction of nicotine, a toxin that hadn't been in her system in a long while but the stress of the situation made her crave it. ""Wie geht es dir?"" She asked politely, partially wondering on how Johanna herself had been holding up. She had been understandably quiet since the things took an unlikely turn into an unimaginable worst, Hell, she was having a hard time herself contemplating the recent events, how could a daily event, something that most did every single day, turn into an sanity breaking life or death game? and the situation was looking even bleaker now, with the number of bombs that had already went off in the building, it was unlikely that any sort of rescue was coming, would rescue services even want to take the risk to save them? Chances were, they would have to save their own souls and she was hoping that she could rely on her German comrade to help her if push came to shove, that was, if she wasn't working with the terrorists.. <br/><br/>But before Johanna could reply to her question, tom started talking again, continuing on his point on how ""easy"" it was to hijack cellular communications, despite the fact that it wasn't at all. She was positive that he was thinking about was cell phone tapping, which worked along the lines of his explanation but was a totally different thing. Sure, all you needed was an imsi catcher, but one of those wasn't cheap nor legal, meaning that getting a hold of one wouldn't be easy, especially if you weren't computer savvy. ""Its not that simple."" She reinforced, but this time her voice was calm as she continued to bottle her anger, trying not to lose her patience again with him. ""I'm not going to waste time explaining the details on why exactly its near impossible to do, Alright, its my job to know these things, so lets concentrate on how we can get out of here."" She added, trying to avoid starting an argument over such a nothing, but she wasn't one to allow people to spread false or flawed information, it was just something she didn't do. But the conversation quickly took a turn to a much darker side.<br/><br/>Suicide.<br/><br/> Tom suggested it, he pussy footed around it but he suggested it none the less. It surprised her, only a minute ago the man had been telling them not to give the terrorist what he wanted and now he seemed just willing to give up. The thought of it all sickened her, suicide was often thought as an easy, painless way out, however, the only way she could think that they would end it in here would be to slice their wrists. A difficult task could take as long as four hours depending on the cuts for someone to die, she had witnessed it first hand, it was a method that was fair from painless, far from it. It brought back hurtful teenage memories, things that she would rather forget. ""Are you serious!?"" She exclaimed, completely gobsmacked by the suggestion. ""No."" She spat, looking in shock. ""I'm not going to open up my wrist just because this terrible situation is getting harder."" She had people outside that she didn't want to leave behind, she would do anything to get out of this elevator, even fight tooth and nail if it got her out of here, but that of course was the worst case scenario, which hopefully wouldn't become a reality..<br/><br/>On that thought, the child who she had just fought with, collapsed to the floor. Charlotte snapped into action and quickly, without thinking, darted towards the floor towards him, turning him onto his back in order find out what was wrong, if he was unresponsive, she would to check his pulse and other vital signs, ready to administrate first aid or CPR if necessary.</div>"
13355,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=175,2015-01-29T14:09:00,Neo-Chicago,"<span style=""margin-left: 40px;""></span>""I never proposed doing it that way. There's plenty of medication in here, and like it or not, dying in an explosion seems like it's going to be painful as hell. I'm just proposing an idea, because at this point, I'm completely lost on what to do. If anyone was going to come for us, we would be out of here by now."" Tom suggested to the others. Although Knox collapsed, Tom wasn't giving him much sympathy. Not forty minutes earlier, the kid had attempted to murder Tom in cold blood, and there wasn't anything he could do to help him anyway. This was becoming a pointless effort, and honestly, Tom would've preferred just having been stabbed by Stanforth and this day finally ending. He wished he had stayed in Chicago, because if he had this would have never occurred. Well, it would have occurred, but he wouldn't be in the elevator. No, he would be at home watching a live news report and showing faux concern, but the incident would probably completely slip his mind by the time the next Bears game ended."
13356,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=175,2015-01-29T18:17:00,Kylantha,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Knox Stanforth - Earlier</span></span></div><br/>After speaking to Scott once again, Knox watched in silence as they moved on to try opening the doors. Someone needed to urinate. Listening to her voice, Knox recognized her as the one who was singing in her sleep before he broke down. He wasn't completely calm yet. He was exhausted after being tossed about in the elevator and was developing a bad headache from when he hit the walls. He was sweating, and it wasn't even that hot. At least not where he was seated. The smell floating about wasn't helping, either. It only made the headache worse.<br/><br/>At this point he thought he now needed those painkillers, but as he was about to reach out for them, the elevator shook and Knox recoiled in fear. He began shuddering again, wrapped his arms around his head, and in that tensed up state, flopped on his side and fell unconscious, no longer able to withstand much more pressure."
13357,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=175,2015-01-30T23:55:00,Alleniana,"Well...<br/>Anna squatted down, ignoring the shake earlier. Without going into too much detail, she opened up and began peeing, trying to direct the stream of clear urine towards the hole opened by the door. She didn't want to look back... but she hoped nobody was looking.<br/><br/>It was awkward, yeah.<br/><br/>After about a minute, she had finished, if somewhat messily, though that hardly mattered with the blood and all, and she turned around, thankful with with an excellent feeling in her bladder. Yes, taht was good. Before she had even taken stock of the people she was looking at, though, and whether anyone had been looking or reacting or anything, that kid, Knox, his name was, apparently, collapsed.<br/><br/>Oh, well, alright then."
13358,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=175,2015-01-31T05:39:00,Krytonus,"Knox collapsed. I had been trying to figure out how to save battery more, and when I looked up, he was lying on the floor. He must have slid down against the wall or something, because I didn't hear anything but either way I set my laptop to the side and rush over him.<br/>""Make some space!"" I mutter as I fold his arms and legs, flipping him into the recovery position, bringing his head back and making sure he was breathing. I stand up, pleased with myself.<br/>""And people say Scouts is useless."" I remark. ""Nothing we can do, really, until he wakes up. He doesn't seem to have damaged anything on the fall, so that's good."""
13359,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=175,2015-02-03T19:45:00,The New World Oceania,"<hr/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">7:20 pm, February 12, 2013</span></div><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div><span style=""font-style: italic"">Death is nothing, but to live defeated is to die daily .</span><br/><div align=""right"">Napoleon Bonaparte</div></div></blockquote>"
13360,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=175,2015-02-12T01:07:00,Alleniana,-reserved for Anna coming over to Knox-
13361,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=175,2015-03-12T21:31:00,Aelford,"Um, is the RP going to continue, or are we actually resetting?"
13362,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=175,2015-03-13T13:27:00,Neo-Chicago,"<span style=""margin-left: 40px;""></span>Tom woke up to a jolt. He had been wakeful for the entirety of this ordeal, and apparently it had caught up with him, though he was unable to recall specifically<span style=""font-style: italic"">when</span>he had fallen asleep. Momentarily, when he awoke, he groped to his left for his alarm clock, before the realization occurred to him.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 40px;""></span>""Oh god<span style=""font-style: italic"">damn it</span>!"" he cursed, after remembering. The looming threat of death has inspired a sort of numbness inside of him, and at this point it was almost<span style=""font-style: italic"">boring</span>. He gave the wall a good kick to punctuate his outburst. When and if he got out of this, he would be taking a very, very long shower in his apartment. At this point, he suspected that he would most likely move to Chicago, and if the distance was insufficient, maybe some place like Phoenix, Arizona. It was interesting that tomorrow would be the thirteenth (unless his internal clock was off, and since he had no idea how long he had slept, it probably was), and he would have been tempted to laugh out loud if it was the thirteenth. Then again, there was already one 13 in the date, and he supposed that was enough.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 40px;""></span>""Does anyone know the time? I busted my watch, maybe when I was prying those doors open."" Tom asked the room, or the small area that could just barely be classified as one, anyway. As he surveyed the elevator for changes, he found that his briefcase had been pried open. At least as far as he could see, nothing was noticeably missing, and the compartment was still sealed with no visual disturbances around that area. His other amenities were still there as well, even the screwdriver. Upon closer inspection, however, two items were missing; the blueprint, and the manila envelope emblazoned with the heading ""Henry Greene"". The manila envelope wasn't concerning however, as much as the blueprint. With that, he might be fingered as a suspect in whatever pseudo-witch trials the elevator purported as justice. Just then, an even worse though occurred to him; the terrorist has managed to get his (or<span style=""font-style: italic"">her</span>) hands on it, and was sending it to their accomplice. After these observations, Tom decided that he wouldn't bring his missing items to attention, but he would keep an eye out.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 40px;""></span>""Hey, I'm talking here, anyone listening?"" he asked after no response was received, and as he did so, he slipped dangerously close to a New York accent. It was a matter of principle that he not adopt one, lest he betray his Midwestern upbringing. Tom stroked his face, and was met with a notable amount of stubble already dominating the lower half of his face."
13363,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=175,2015-03-15T01:08:00,Kylantha,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Knox Stanforth</span></span></div><br/>At least he was sure it wasn't a dream... Or a nightmare. Knox woke up shortly after hearing Tom's voice again. He rubbed his forehead, and was feeling dizzy, but otherwise fine. He sat where he was, grimacing at Bob Dickson's corpse sitting across from him. The stench was just awful. But they couldn't get rid of the body, as there was nowhere to put it through. He folded his legs up against his narrow body and sighed softly. Looking up at the camera again, he shrugged, hoping Tom would see him.<br/><br/>He didn't know what the time was, and he wasn't up to grabbing his phone from that mess coming from Bob Dickson's body. He had no watch either, as he didn't like wearing them. His wrists were thin, and the watch felt cumbersome around them. He shrugged again, struggling hard to keep the thought of dying here from getting to him a second time. Knox turned to Tom, picked up his glasses, and put them on. They shined slightly in whatever small source of light there was. Then he turned away and placed his head between his knees again, ignoring the rumbling sound that his stomach made.<br/><br/>""I thought you'd just put me down.."" his voice came softly, but understandable. ""I'd have preferred it.."""
13364,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=175,2015-03-15T10:12:00,Neo-Chicago,"<span style=""margin-left: 40px;""></span>""Who knows? Maybe we're all<span style=""font-style: italic"">already</span>dead, and this is just hell. Or perhaps some sort of limbo. I can't say I've seen anyone in here who looks like the type that helps old ladies cross the street."" Tom replied. The more and more he thought about it, the more he began to suspect it had some truth to it. Maybe after he got out of this elevator, if that scenario he had proposed wasn't true, he could go to Las Vegas. They say near-death experiences made people want to change, to revise their lives for the better. The only thing this was doing was pissing Tom off, and maybe making him more likely to take the stairs. ""I wish someone had brought beer or something, or maybe a pack of cigarettes. Anything to take my mind off of this shit."" he commented.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 40px;""></span><span style=""font-style: italic"">What the hell man?</span>growled Tom's stomach.<span style=""font-style: italic"">We had a damn good thing going, and now you're giving me nothing! Well fuck you!</span>it angrily rumbled. Tom was hungry,<span style=""font-style: italic"">real</span>hungry. He was starting to regret skipping breakfast early on the morning of the 12th. He was practically shaking the elevator with the force of his stomach's growling, although maybe that was a tad bit exaggerating. Before driving to The Rock, all Tom had eaten was an Egg McMuffin, and he had drunk a coffee from Starbucks. ""You know what I don't get? Why these terrorists aren't making any demands, telling America their goals, anything."" Tom told the other wakeful person who was in the elevator. Even after that... probably long nap, Tom was absurdly tired. Still, the adrenaline that was coming from the situation he was in wasn't exactly like a lullaby to help him sleep. Which made it all the more questionable why everyone in the elevator had fallen asleep simultaneously. ""You think they pumped some kind of sleep gas or something inside of here? That would explain how we all fell asleep at the same time."""
13365,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=175,2015-03-15T11:44:00,The New World Oceania,"<hr/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">1:13 am, February 13, 2013</span></div><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div><span style=""font-style: italic"">The object of terrorism is terrorism.</span><br/><div align=""right"">George Orwell</div></div></blockquote><br/><br/>Buzz. One buzz. Two buzzes.<br/><br/>""This is the Commissioner speaking."" It is fainter than before. Not the intercom — his voice.<br/>""We have captured... well...<span style=""font-style: italic"">captured</span>an individual we suspect to be in cohorts with the terrorist within the elevator. They were dead on arrival to our station here in New York. This is the second individual we have found, the last one whom of course we discussed back around nine. We apologize if this wakes you, we know it's late. This is a matter of protocol, though.""<br/><br/>His tone shifts. ""We must inform you that, and we aren't sure if you felt it, but that the explosion at eleven was the Top of the Rock. You are currently the only surviving individuals in the building, as far as we are aware. Firefighters and special operative teams are unable to reach the upper floors. We ask that you don't panic. We additionally ask the individual responsible within the elevator to come forward. We regret that we do not yet have a way by which to communicate both ways, but this is something we're working on. For the time being, stay safe."" Static.<br/><br/>Silence."
13366,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=175,2015-03-20T03:03:00,Kylantha,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Knox Stanforth</span></span></div><br/>Knox shrugged his shoulders and leaned back. ""I don't know... But I wish I could just sleep this out...""<br/><br/>He looked around, tears blurring his eyes again. Deciding whether he wanted to or not, he said to whoever was listening, ""If I go to sleep again... Could you... Could you just<span style=""font-style: italic"">please</span>kill me?"" noticing Rory's closed laptop, Knox continued, his voice beginning to falter. ""I know it'll be hard... But I don't want to be here anymore... I don't want to wait...""<br/><br/>Filled with fear, Knox didn't listen to much of what the Commissioner said, but he noted the fact that he was told to 'stay safe'. It didn't look like he was going to survive, anyway. So what was the point? They had to look for the terrorist, and yet so far, nothing was happening. He needed to do<span style=""font-style: italic"">something</span>. Wondering if what he'd asked of that other person was his final decision, he grabbed his bag and brought out his laptop.<br/><br/>""Or maybe not..."" he looked over the machine, it's shiny case, and the initials on it. So perhaps there was still something Knox had to live for. He'd always wanted to be a writer. Contemplating on a short story to write, he turned it on and started typing, glancing over at Rory every now and then, feeling nothing more than suspicion.<br/><br/>Though he was in a troubled state at the time, Knox rememebered what he'd said. That guy, turning his laptop on, was streaming... What in the hell for?.. With his laptop illuminating a portion of the elevator, Knox could see Tom. The man he'd attacked earlier. With his left foot, he nudged Tom's ignoring the disgusting stench that seemed to be floating about.<br/><br/>""Do you get on YouTube or Twitter much?"" he asked. Again, Knox realized he was the youngest of all individuals in this elevator, judging by size. He was small, and his voice was high-pitched and soft."
13367,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=200,2015-04-07T06:26:00,Alleniana,"-bloop for Anna, if this is still going?-"
13368,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=200,2015-04-07T14:11:00,Neo-Chicago,"(OOC: Could have sworn I'd posted, but oh well. Anyway, I'm willing to continue playing.)"
13369,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=200,2015-04-07T21:39:00,Kylantha,(Woops)
13370,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=200,2015-04-08T05:40:00,Krytonus,"Rory was<span style=""font-style: italic"">sure</span>he could hear voices in his head. It seemed like the voices were talking about continuing some sort of game, as the second voice mentioned continuing to play. Another was talking about some sort of 'O.O.C'. He wished these voices would continue their conversation somewhere else; he was starting to get a headache.<br/><br/>God, it felt like months had passed in the elevator. Rory was going nuts."
13371,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=200,2015-04-08T16:31:00,Neo-Chicago,"Tom knew that it was risky to use his psychic abilities in a place like this, especially to talk about what some could not understand. He wanted to have a smoke."
13372,Elevator: A Character Roleplay (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323818&start=200,2015-04-09T05:48:00,Alleniana,"Anna had intended to go over and help Knox, who had collapsed, but as she attempted to take some steps herself, she found she couldn't. Stopping for a moment, that turned into seconds, that turned into minutes, she rested, eyes fluttering open and shut, and finally, she gave up, seeing that all was well, or was as well as well could be in a terrorist-captured elevator, and turned to make her slow way back across the elevator. Many seemed to be asleep; maybe she should sleep too. But then maybe they'd kill her. Maybe that was a good thing.<br/><br/>No! No! She had to stop this defeatist thinking. She'd been doing it earlier, and she'd nearly gone hysterical. No, what she needed was to calm down. They wouldn't kill her, no reason to. Right? Well, they weren't killing any of the sleeping people...<br/><br/>She made herself more comfortable, changing her awkward position. A bit of crumb or something dislodged from an upper molar with a lick of the tongue, and she swallowed it, making herself conscious of how hungry she was, just as others' stomachs seemed to be growling as well. Oh well, food could wait. Sleep first.<br/><br/>She laid her head on the floor and was out like a lamp, just like that, but for the rise and fall of her chest, stained with the blood of the dead man."
13373,2132: A new Age ( IC ),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323827,2014-12-15T20:26:00,Aglium,The year is 2132 and every nation on earth has finally went to other Solar Systems in the galaxy then everything change when the old earth Governments fell now new nations are born are they ready for the new age?<br/><br/>Rules.<br/><br/>1. Don't god mode<br/><br/>2. You can be your Nation<br/><br/>3.Do not use Nukes<br/><br/>4. Please don't troll<br/><br/>5. Have fun !
13374,2132: A new Age ( IC ),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323827,2014-12-15T20:29:00,Aglium,Star Fighters fly around Agliums Solar Systems.
13375,2132: A new Age ( IC ),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323827,2014-12-15T20:33:00,Badassistanian,The badassistanian solar system consist of 9 very lush planets. We begin to prepare the fleet for possible meetings with other systems.
13376,2132: A new Age ( IC ),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323827,2014-12-15T20:33:00,Togeria,"Togeria begins deploying its space fighters, looking for any terra planets to aid the country in becoming the strongest, as scientist begin working on how to improve their space technology."
13377,2132: A new Age ( IC ),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323827,2014-12-15T20:35:00,Aglium,A ship lands on a random planet they discover a new element called 'Element Zero'
13378,2132: A new Age ( IC ),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323827,2014-12-15T20:37:00,Atlas Security,"Atlas Operatives launch from Antarctica. They are armed with laser side arms and plasma rifles with high accuracy, range and power, with airships capable of fighting in any galaxy. They launch off, headed for Mars"
13379,2132: A new Age ( IC ),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323827,2014-12-15T20:38:00,SECP,"A SECP ""Hive"" ship dubbed ""The Rose"" stationed in the the asteroid belt gets it's first order ""Move forward and explore make radio connect every 48 hours and Gods seeped, Command out"""
13380,2132: A new Age ( IC ),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323827,2014-12-15T20:38:00,Badassistanian,All planets contain many ores and valuables in there rocks all are Terran. We begin work on building massive star ships to add to the fleet. We begin to travel to other systems looking for allies
13381,2132: A new Age ( IC ),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323827,2014-12-15T20:39:00,Togeria,"Togerian forces have prototype of a new fighters, as now the current ones go to asteroids and rummage for any precious metals, or search for terra planets."
13382,2132: A new Age ( IC ),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323827,2014-12-15T20:39:00,Atlas Security,"Irons sends out space exploration units. They find a new planet, with much resources. They name this planet Atlas. Troops arrive. They realize it's close proximity to Mars and Jupiter.. and it has an Earth-like environment. The colonists watch it's beauty as Atlas prepares launch teams."
13383,2132: A new Age ( IC ),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323827,2014-12-15T20:42:00,Badassistanian,"We begin mining procedures on all planets to extract gold, iron, titanium, and diamonds from the planets we begin scientific advancement in space weapons."
13384,2132: A new Age ( IC ),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323827,2014-12-15T20:42:00,Badassistanian,Occ: in this we are an alien like country that has been in our solar system for ages
13385,2132: A new Age ( IC ),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323827,2014-12-15T20:43:00,Atlas Security,"By now, the efficiency of a corporate dictatorship is showing. The small towns and forts on Atlas have sprung up, and a new Capital, Atlas City, has been built. Irons takes the throne there. Invisible energy weapons are being researched."
13386,2132: A new Age ( IC ),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323827,2014-12-15T20:43:00,SECP,"The Rose fires up its advanced FTL engines and jumps towards jupiter<br/><br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i.imgur.com/qKGYVn9.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">http://i.imgur.com/qKGYVn9.jpg</a>"
13387,2132: A new Age ( IC ),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323827,2014-12-15T20:47:00,Atlas Security,"Atlas space defenses notice the Rose ship, and surround it. They send out advanced ASTs and drones, and demand to know what they are doing in Atlas airspace."
13388,2132: A new Age ( IC ),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323827,2014-12-15T20:49:00,Atlas Security,"As ASTs surrounded the Rose, Atlas forces make landfall on Mars. They plant their flag, and build an environmentally controlled colony."
13389,2132: A new Age ( IC ),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323827,2014-12-15T20:50:00,Togeria,"Togerian scientist have found two terra planets, on redish, and blueish with green, having life. Forces deploy the<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://smirnovartem.deviantart.com/art/First-Flight-of-the-Phoenix-198295811/"" rel=""nofollow"">Jaguar</a>to scout the planets, they are equipped with weapons to defend themselves."
13390,2132: A new Age ( IC ),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323827,2014-12-15T20:53:00,Badassistanian,"<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://cristi-b.deviantart.com/art/Alien-concept-343048741"" rel=""nofollow"">http://cristi-b.deviantart.com/art/Alie ... -343048741</a>our alien life form<br/><br/>we begin to learn of humans exploring the galaxy we wish to meet with them immediately"
13391,2132: A new Age ( IC ),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323827,2014-12-15T20:58:00,Atlas Security,"<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://wallpoper.com/wallpaper/spaceships-science-247028"" rel=""nofollow"">http://wallpoper.com/wallpaper/spaceshi ... nce-247028</a><br/>This majestic ship sailed to Jupiter. They began flying towards a vast, gaseous planet. Probes were sent out to mine for resources and bring them back to Atlas. Meanwhile, Atlas Corps soldiers held on as the ship flew at the speed of light towards Titan. Once there, the Atlas flag was lanted(as always), and they began to build a colony, and guess what? They found LIFE!!!!! Human mutants, who shook hands, and remarkably asked to join atlas. They accepted, and Titan became one of three Atlas strongholds."
13392,2132: A new Age ( IC ),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323827,2014-12-15T20:59:00,Atlas Security,"<blockquote><div><cite>Atlas Security <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323827&amp;p=22812812#p22812812"">wrote</a>:</cite>http://wallpoper.com/wallpaper/spaceships-science-247028<br/>This majestic ship sailed to Jupiter. They began flying towards a vast, gaseous planet. Probes were sent out to mine for resources and bring them back to Atlas. Meanwhile, Atlas Corps soldiers held on as the ship flew at the speed of light towards Titan. Once there, the Atlas flag was lanted(as always), and they began to build a colony, and guess what? They found LIFE!!!!! Human mutants, who shook hands, and remarkably asked to join atlas. They accepted, and Titan became one of three Atlas strongholds.</div></blockquote><br/>Atlas has many fleets of these."
13393,2132: A new Age ( IC ),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323827,2014-12-15T21:01:00,Badassistanian,We grow restless without receiving word from these humans we begin not to trust them
13394,2132: A new Age ( IC ),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323827,2014-12-15T21:03:00,Atlas Security,OOC: I'm done for today
13395,2132: A new Age ( IC ),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323827,2014-12-16T06:27:00,SECP,"<blockquote><div><cite>Atlas Security <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323827&amp;p=22812671#p22812671"">wrote</a>:</cite>As ASTs surrounded the Rose, Atlas forces make landfall on Mars. They plant their flag, and build an environmentally controlled colony.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC: How can you surround a ship thats going FTL? But any way I'll go with it.<br/><br/>IC: The Rose apologizes and says ""We didn't realize that this was Atlas controlled area. We wish to continue on our way. We also wish to put an OCB on Jupiter's moon Titian basically to act like a supply depot."" The Rose rests up and prepares for its next leg in it's journey."
13396,2132: A new Age ( IC ),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323827,2014-12-16T16:10:00,Aglium,A Aglium ship hyperspace to Earth Solar system the ship heads towards earth and lands on the planet.
13397,2132: A new Age ( IC ),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323827,2014-12-16T16:55:00,New Napo France,"The new republic set up to govern the United Planets of Napo France elect Louis Dio to lead the council. Dio's first order of business is funding, he begins fully funding the Napo France Space Program and the industry of the Unites Planets.French starships begin patrolling the 6 united planets, ready for battle at any time."
13398,2132: A new Age ( IC ),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323827&start=25,2014-12-16T18:26:00,Antarctican Cardinals,"<blockquote><div><cite>SECP <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323827&amp;p=22815475#p22815475"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Atlas Security <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323827&amp;p=22812671#p22812671"">wrote</a>:</cite>As ASTs surrounded the Rose, Atlas forces make landfall on Mars. They plant their flag, and build an environmentally controlled colony.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC: How can you surround a ship thats going FTL? But any way I'll go with it.<br/><br/>IC: The Rose apologizes and says ""We didn't realize that this was Atlas controlled area. We wish to continue on our way. We also wish to put an OCB on Jupiter's moon Titian basically to act like a supply depot."" The Rose rests up and prepares for its next leg in it's journey.</div></blockquote><br/><blockquote><div><cite>SECP <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323827&amp;p=22815475#p22815475"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Atlas Security <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323827&amp;p=22812671#p22812671"">wrote</a>:</cite>As ASTs surrounded the Rose, Atlas forces make landfall on Mars. They plant their flag, and build an environmentally controlled colony.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC: How can you surround a ship thats going FTL? But any way I'll go with it.<br/><br/>IC: The Rose apologizes and says ""We didn't realize that this was Atlas controlled area. We wish to continue on our way. We also wish to put an OCB on Jupiter's moon Titian basically to act like a supply depot."" The Rose rests up and prepares for its next leg in it's journey.</div></blockquote><br/>The ASTs and starships backed off. They said to holdon a moment. The leading officer contacted Irons X. ""Come out here.""<br/><br/>The Benevolent King Irons the Tenth was ferried to the ship, flanked by the best in Atlas. He offered for a meeting with the Rose's leader. Irons was short on friends, and there would be benefit on both sides.<br/><br/>OOC:This is atlases Secondary"
13399,2132: A new Age ( IC ),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323827&start=25,2014-12-16T18:30:00,Northern Arcadian Empire,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Procyon System, NAE Damascus</span><br/><br/>The NAE Damascus floated through the space, it was a Cruiser class ship the mainline naval ship of the NAE Navy. Captian Jameson looked out the window of the Damascus ""Lieutenant...how far are we form Arcadia?"" E said taking a sip of his coffee and walking over to the Lieutenant. The Lieutenant looked at him she had deep green eyes with blond hair<br/><br/>""Sir, we are two planets way form Arcadia would you like me to contact NAE Military Space Command?""<br/><br/>""Yes Lieutenant""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Arcadia</span><br/>Emperor Frederik looked out his window, it was rainy outside, he watched as the rain pounded the window. Then he sighed ad walked away form the window."
13400,2132: A new Age ( IC ),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323827&start=25,2014-12-16T19:38:00,SECP,"<blockquote><div><cite>Antarctican Cardinals <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323827&amp;p=22821715#p22821715"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>SECP <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323827&amp;p=22815475#p22815475"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>OOC: How can you surround a ship thats going FTL? But any way I'll go with it.<br/><br/>IC: The Rose apologizes and says ""We didn't realize that this was Atlas controlled area. We wish to continue on our way. We also wish to put an OCB on Jupiter's moon Titian basically to act like a supply depot."" The Rose rests up and prepares for its next leg in it's journey.</div></blockquote><br/><blockquote><div><cite>SECP <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323827&amp;p=22815475#p22815475"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>OOC: How can you surround a ship thats going FTL? But any way I'll go with it.<br/><br/>IC: The Rose apologizes and says ""We didn't realize that this was Atlas controlled area. We wish to continue on our way. We also wish to put an OCB on Jupiter's moon Titian basically to act like a supply depot."" The Rose rests up and prepares for its next leg in it's journey.</div></blockquote><br/>The ASTs and starships backed off. They said to holdon a moment. The leading officer contacted Irons X. ""Come out here.""<br/><br/>The Benevolent King Irons the Tenth was ferried to the ship, flanked by the best in Atlas. He offered for a meeting with the Rose's leader. Irons was short on friends, and there would be benefit on both sides.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>He is welcomed to come on bored. At the hanger were we will meet at is Admiral Cola, SECP's most awarded and best. Two Flying Demons come along side of the ferry to escort it in, in the hanger (which is very big) rows apon rows of SECP OCS (Orbital Combat Soldiers) stand at attention.<br/><br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i.imgur.com/X5UP3ns.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">http://i.imgur.com/X5UP3ns.jpg</a><br/>Flying Demon"
13401,2132: A new Age ( IC ),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323827&start=25,2014-12-17T16:18:00,Atlas Security,"<blockquote><div><cite>SECP <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323827&amp;p=22822451#p22822451"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Antarctican Cardinals <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323827&amp;p=22821715#p22821715"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>The ASTs and starships backed off. They said to hold on a moment. The leading officer contacted Irons X. ""Come out here.""<br/><br/>The Benevolent King Irons the Tenth was ferried to the ship, flanked by the best in Atlas. He offered for a meeting with the Rose's leader. Irons was short on friends, and there would be benefit on both sides.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>He is welcomed to come on bored. At the hanger were we will meet at is Admiral Cola, SECP's most awarded and best. Two Flying Demons come along side of the ferry to escort it in, in the hanger (which is very big) rows upon rows of SECP OCS (Orbital Combat Soldiers) stand at attention.<br/><br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i.imgur.com/X5UP3ns.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">http://i.imgur.com/X5UP3ns.jpg</a><br/>Flying Demon</div></blockquote><br/>The Atlas men knew only too well not to even touch the OCS. The men formed a protective barrier around Irons, and waited. When they flew into the hanger, they were astonished. The encrypted codes for Atlas men stationed on Atlas read ""Be prepared for combat. If assistance is needed, we will contact you. Do not attempt to come to us beforehand."" They walked into the Rose."
13402,2132: A new Age ( IC ),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323827&start=25,2014-12-17T20:13:00,SECP,"<blockquote><div><cite>Atlas Security <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323827&amp;p=22831014#p22831014"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>SECP <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323827&amp;p=22822451#p22822451"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>He is welcomed to come on bored. At the hanger were we will meet at is Admiral Cola, SECP's most awarded and best. Two Flying Demons come along side of the ferry to escort it in, in the hanger (which is very big) rows upon rows of SECP OCS (Orbital Combat Soldiers) stand at attention.<br/><br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i.imgur.com/X5UP3ns.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">http://i.imgur.com/X5UP3ns.jpg</a><br/>Flying Demon</div></blockquote><br/>The Atlas men knew only too well not to even touch the OCS. The men formed a protective barrier around Irons, and waited. When they flew into the hanger, they were astonished. The encrypted codes for Atlas men stationed on Atlas read ""Be prepared for combat. If assistance is needed, we will contact you. Do not attempt to come to us beforehand."" They walked into the Rose.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>An officer with two red armored OCS's at his side walk up to Irons group and flags them to follow. As the group walks down the ally way formed by the OCS's they began to do full about turns as they walk by showing full respect. The officer leads the group all the way to the beige where Admiral Cola is sitting at a very elaborate table with 9 other officer's in wait. When they finally get there they all stand until Irons and his guard are seated and then they sit. A waiter walks around the table and pours everyone a glass of whiskey. Everyone starts to dink accept Cola who stares at Irons and ask ""So you came here for business, what type of business to you have in minded."""
13403,2132: A new Age ( IC ),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323827&start=25,2014-12-17T20:59:00,Aglium,"~Meanwhile on a ship called the USS Victor~<br/><br/>""Captain William we are nearing Earth right now."" A LT said.<br/><br/>""How long before we land?"" Captain William asked.<br/><br/>""We will land on the planet in three hours."" The LT said.<br/><br/>""Very well then."" William said.<br/><br/>""Get the fighters ready just in case this planet is home to evil alien creeps.""<br/><br/>""Yes, sir."" The LT said leaving the bridge."
13404,2132: A new Age ( IC ),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323827&start=25,2014-12-18T06:30:00,SECP,"SECP scientist have been working on a new project dubbed ""Ice Age"" the first prototype has been made and put on a ship called ""The Hunted"" SECP's flag ship. The Hunted is making its trip back to earth for a celebration they should make it there in 12 hours."
13405,2132: A new Age ( IC ),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323827&start=25,2014-12-18T15:53:00,Badassistanian,without word from the weak humans we decide to take matters into our own hands and send a full delegate fleet with mass protection to the human planets to meet with them and discuss there adventures.
13406,2132: A new Age ( IC ),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323827&start=25,2014-12-18T16:03:00,Aglium,"The ship lands on Earth and begins to scan it.<br/><br/>""Looks like this planet had a nuclear war."" The Captain said."
13407,2132: A new Age ( IC ),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323827&start=25,2014-12-18T16:47:00,Badassistanian,the alien fleet enters into algiums territory and demands to speak to there leader. we begin new research to combine alien with machine and become even more powerful
13408,Cruising Aboard the Hyena (What Lies Below; General IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323834,2014-12-15T22:14:00,Cylarn,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">WHAT LIES BELOW</span></span><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">BLOOD IN THE WAVES</span><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Notice""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">This thread serves as a sort of character-building IC thread in between our bounties. Here, you can RP your character's daily actions aboard the <span style=""font-style: italic"">Hyena</span>, interact with fellow crewmembers, and partake in many other activities.</div></div></div></div><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">1200<br/>4 March 2014<br/>Terminal 2, Port<span style=""font-style: italic"">Miami</span><br/>Miami, Florida<br/>Day 0 of the <span style=""font-style: italic"">Hyena's</span> Maiden Voyage<br/></span><br/><br/>The<span style=""font-style: italic"">SS Hyena</span>floated and bobbed lightly in the crowded terminal, ignored by all as the noon sun beat down on the Port of Miami. Terminal 2 of the port had been set aside for bounty-fishing traffic, and a number of ships of various types were either docked, leaving the terminal, or just entering. As of now, the UN hadn't really placed any regulations on the growing industry; the general opinion of a great deal of the world's population was that a war was broiling throughout the oceans and seas, and while specialty bounty-fishing boats were being made available to the public, the majority of vessels used were never intended for such operations. Some bounty-fishermen had acquired Japanese and Icelandic whaling vessels, while newly-formed companies centering around the trade had purchased decommissioned naval vessels. Crews that were cash-strapped often utilized fishing trawlers and vessels that were rather unsuited for the dangerous work that bounty-fishing entailed. In the opening months of the ""war,"" port terminals were often stinking with the carcasses of dead ACs, as many crews would often tow the AC into port, tie up the ship, go out for some R&R, and then come back later in order to take care of offloading the cadaver. Many a crew lost money due to sharks and other fish devouring the remains; plus the carcasses often stunk up the ports, which is why Port<span style=""font-style: italic"">Miami</span>and other ports had taken to requiring that bounty vessels that were transporting ACs (live or dead) to offload their cargo at a designated offloading area, prior to docking and disembarking.<br/><br/>The<span style=""font-style: italic"">Hyena</span>was a newcomer to the world of bounty-fishing. The vessel had originally served as a research ship used by NOAA, though it was decommissioned in 2012. Hydra Maritime Security Solutions had purchased the vessel and conducted extensive renovations. The engines were upgraded so that the ship was much more powerful in the event that an AC might pull the vessel, the hull had been reinforced with titanium armor, a 90mm harpoon cannon had been set up on the deck, machine gun mounts had been set up on the bow and stern, and the company had upgraded the ship with a state-of-the-art sonar device, capable of detecting ACs as well as being capable of emitting pulses to ward off ACs. Hydra wanted a vessel that could not only put up a decent fight, but one that could also play the part of hunter and detect ACs. The<span style=""font-style: italic"">Hyena</span>also came equipped with a helicopter, 2 RHIBs, 4 jet-skis, and 2 submersibles, thus giving the crew a much greater capability in the art of hunting ACs. Today was the day that the ship was going to launch, though no fanfare or crowds were formed at the vessel. Hydra tended not to advertise their operations like the other companies, and had instead used discretion when arranging the whole scenario. For such a capable ship, the<span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Hyena</span>needed a crew that was equally - if not more - capable.<br/><br/>Hydra had only the best and the brightest in mind for the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Hyena's</span>maiden crew. A good number of the crew - most notably Captain Stewart - were seasoned bounty-fishermen, or had survived encounters with the creatures. Others were former military, or specialists who were deft in their fields. Hydra had poured massive sums into the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Hyena</span>, and that meant that they had to hire the best in order to ensure that their money was well-invested. The crew was to board the ship at around 1200 noon, with a 1300 launch time. Most of the equipment and belongings of the crew had already been acquired and loaded aboard 4 days in advance. All that remained was the crew.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>Scott Depleur was en route to his second ship, after his original crew had been disbanded after disputes over payment tore the once-tight-knit crew apart. The Chief Diver was dressed in an ensemble consisting of a pair of grey cargo pants tucked into black combat boots, a black t shirt tucked into the cargo pants, a pair of Aviators, and an OD green military-spec baseball cap. Over his right shoulder, he was carrying a multi-cam-colored pack, and he had his left hand gripped around the carrying handle of a green military duffel bag. Previously, he had been a diver aboard the<span style=""font-style: italic"">SS Kingfisher</span>, a bounty vessel of some repute. Hands-down, divers had the most dangerous job in the entire profession. No one - save for the divers themselves - truly understood what it was like for them, with most only knowing that the average life expectancy for a diver once he/she entered the water was 5 minutes.<br/><br/>For one to really understand the divers' situation, one would have to imagine the scenario that they embark in. These brave men and women were clad in tight wetsuits and/or drysuits, while wearing a large tank and vest. Wearing a diving mask and breathing from a tank of compressed air was also pretty nerve-wracking, especially when one had to constantly keep track of pressure, ascents/descents, and the amount of air that they had left. In addition to this, imagine being expected to engage a creature that can most likely outmaneuver you, while also taking as much damage as it can throw back. It was truly a dangerous, terrifying situation. Scott had been in his fair share of dangerous situations, and he had suffered plenty of injuries as a result. Part of him wished to quit the business, but he was beginning to feel as though he was making a difference in the world, by hunting and killing ACs.<br/><br/>Scott soon found himself at the vessel, and he took a moment to observe the vessel. It was certainly no<span style=""font-style: italic"">Kingfisher</span>, which was little more than an old charter boat that had a tendency to get lucky. Scott appreciated the size, as it meant that they weren't totally out of their element in case they ended up getting towed by an AC. The diver boarded the vessel and maneuvered his way through to the bunks. It was much more spacious and elegant than he had thought, though it seemed more like a luxury yacht than a bounty vessel. In the bunkroom, he placed his bags atop one of the top bunks, and then set off for the galley. He hadn't really seen anyone else on board, but he imagined that the others would be there soon enough.<br/><br/>Seeking a beer, the former Navy Chief began to scour the kitchen's fridge. Almost immediately, he came across a box of Blue Moon Ale, a bottled variety. He grinned; Blue Moon was his favorite, and he quickly nabbed a bottle from the fridge. Next, he removed an orange from the fridge and placed it onto a cutting board that rested on the kitchen counter. He proceeded to search around for a blade, before finally taking hold of a kitchen knife. With the cutting utensil in hand, Scott proceeded to slice the orange into several small slices, storing away all but two slices. Scott then opened up the bottle and inserted both slices into the beer, before lifting up the bottle to his lips and taking a long swig. He enjoyed the taste of the beer, savoring each drop before setting down the half-full beer. Scott then placed the utensils that he had used into the sink, before taking his beer and moving out to sit at one of the galley's tables."
13409,Cruising Aboard the Hyena (What Lies Below; General IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323834,2014-12-15T22:47:00,Sasutary Island,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Life of Daniel, Status: Mildly Drunk</span><br/>Daniel had gotten off the flight from Gatswick to Miami as early as 7pm the previous day. He looked down at his 'invitation card', the picture matching the vessel in front of him. The small board was barely enough room for a drunken man. He steadied himself, and walked across. He managed without much hassle.<br/><br/>The ship was magnificent, the floor was a rare hardwoosd type, the fine lines of the boat were more customary to that of a cruise ship. Atop the multi-tiered structure, his bird awaits. It was the Dolphin, a fine helicopter, better than anything he had flown during his years in the Royal Navy. He decided to inspect it later, and went below deck to find a bunk to rest in.<br/><br/>The lower decks were as magnificent as the ones on top. He entered one bunk room, complete with a shower, Closed circuit TV and bunks befitting of a Hyatt hotel. He noticed one of the top-bunks were already claimed, so he claimed the one below it. After that, he took out a bottle of Gin he had smuggled in from the UK.<br/><br/>He looked out into the corridor, a small sign showed him the way to the Canteen. And he did so. He got lost, passing by the engine room, ballast tanks and finnaly stumbling upon the canteen. He hit his head on a low cieling, grumbling, grunting, before lowering his head under the door. As he entered, truly this ship was not meant, at first, for bounty hunting. He took a seat on one of the stools, trying desperately to open the cap off the bottle. In the end, he swung the bottle onto a cutting board, before drinking half the bottle in one swig. He returned to his seat, and drank down till a quarter was left. In his drunken stupor, he noticed a man sitting across him.<br/><br/>""Hello there, mate *hic*, want some of my *hic* Gin? Wahey...she's a tough'en. *hic*"""
13410,Cruising Aboard the Hyena (What Lies Below; General IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323834,2014-12-15T22:48:00,Rudaslavia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">1200<br/>4 March 2014<br/>Engine Room, <span style=""font-style: italic"">SS Hyena</span><br/>Miami, Florida<br/>Day 0 of the Hyena's Maiden Voyage</span><br/><br/>Marie Lachance had already been present on the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Hyena</span>for several hours. With anxiety of the ship's machine malfunction mounting, she felt it was her duty as an official to ensure the functionality of the vessel's beating heart. True, Hydra had placed more than enough funds into the security of the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Hyena</span>'s motors and generators...but it never hurt to be a little overly cautious. Hell, even the Navy was known for overlooking errors on some rare occasions.<br/><br/>Perhaps the woman thought too much of her position. After all, she had grown accustomed to the ranking of Lieutenant Commander -- a seat which she did not take lightly during her service in the military. Now, she was nothing more than a privately employed leadership figure. Aye, it was a privilege to serve on this ship. But she was beginning to view the coming voyage as a military mission and not as a corporate investment. She found herself constantly reminding herself of the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Hyena</span>'s true purpose; this was a bounty-fishing vessel, not a US Navy destroyer. Her days on the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Marquis de Lafayette</span>had passed. This was a new war.<br/><br/>The<span style=""font-style: italic"">Hyena</span>'s controls were highly complex, but clearly well-made and efficient. Despite probing every bolt and gear that kept the ship afloat, she could find no problems. Hydra had done well in the renovation of the vessel.<br/><br/>She emerged onto the main deck moments later. Marie was a considerably attractive woman, but she took little care in physical appearance. She wore no makeup and most often threw her long auburn hair into a loosely tied ponytail. She wore a white long-sleeved shirt alongside a pair of dark jeans and black fisherman's boots. After the battle with the serpent in the Baltic, she constantly found herself cold...even in the warmest of climates. The monster had instilled a fear within her that chilled her to the bone even today.<br/><br/>But nothing could compare to the beast of the Loch Ness.<br/><br/>She'd stared the creature in the eye, and it stared right back. That mere second seemed to last a lifetime. Nessie had emotion -- raw and soulful emotion. Rage, isolation, despair, and age all rushed from the blackened pupils of the loch's legendary tyrant. The monster refrained from killing little Marie. Was this intentional? If so, then why? Or was Marie simply lucky? The questions haunted her every night. She couldn't remember the last time she had a dream that did not involve Nessie.<br/><br/>Marie leaned forth over the railing and gazed out at the vast harbor. She had survived two attacks, and yet she was still choosing to charge back into the vile darkness of the cryptids' aquatic realm.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">I am mad</span>, she thought to herself."
13411,Cruising Aboard the Hyena (What Lies Below; General IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323834,2014-12-15T23:26:00,Brechalht,ignore
13412,Cruising Aboard the Hyena (What Lies Below; General IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323834,2014-12-15T23:48:00,Mincaldenteans,"""You only<span style=""font-style: italic"">just</span>told mom and dad that you're going on some stupid little ship to hunt a fucking squid?! Are you insane?! Do you have any idea what mom and dad will do to you when you get back?! No no, never mind them, worry about what<span style=""font-style: italic"">I'll do</span>...""<br/><br/>""Liss, we've been over this,"" Collin said with a sigh. He slammed his breaks, nearly causing him to drop his phone as steered his rental into a sharp right. ""I couldn't exactly find the words to break it to them and...""<br/><br/>""Oh that's rich coming from a reporter; tell your lil' sis months in advance and oh my god that reminds me! I had to get an earful from Jason last night because you told him not 3 hours before. What the hell is wrong with you?!"" Her voice was almost screeching in the speaker of his cell phone and Collin fought the urge to hang up on her when it got a few decibels above tolerance.<br/><br/>""How is it that you managed to keep your mouth shut this whole time when you found out but now you're yelling at me for only just telling them,"" Collin said, voice clipped and short as he maneuvered his vehicle slowly into a parking area. People were everywhere, the port was busy and Collin wasn't sure if he should leave the car out in the open despite the rental's assurances that as long as it was at the designated spot, it would be taken care of.<br/><br/>""When I thought you had brains and would've told all of us at the same time like the responsible big brother you're supposed to be.""<br/><br/>""I'm technically not...""<br/><br/>""Save it, you're only second youngest, that's still older, you jerk.""<br/><br/>The young journalist sighed again, ""This how we gonna say goodbye, Liss?""<br/><br/>""No,"" she said meekly, there was even a sniffle that no doubt she was trying her best to hide from being heard. ""I'll do damage control but you had better promise to keep us up to date with whatever it is you're doing out there in the ocean. And then you can deal with mom when you get back. I'll sit by and eat popcorn while she tears you a new asshole.""<br/><br/>""I love you too,"" he said dryly.<br/><br/>""Yeah yeah. Be safe alright? Don't go petting the damn thing, you make sure it's dead before you get close...""<br/><br/>""I'm not killing it, I'm reporting it,"" he reminded her, parking the car as soon as he found the designated spot.<br/><br/>""Same difference!"" Liss defended, ""Anyway, I gotta go. Call us when you're coming in, we'll come get you.""<br/><br/>""Alright, love ya sis.""<br/><br/>""Love you too, dumb ass."" Collin could hear her trail off, still heated apparently as he caught a fading, ""Squids, of all things...""<br/><br/>Getting out of his rental, Collin took his backpack and locked the vehicle, dropping the keys into the designated drop box and headed for the ports in a slow pace while he took everything in. The ocean smell was sharp and the heat of the day wasn't quite as humid as he thought it would be. Clutching his backpack at one shoulder and careful not to bump into anyone, he spotted the boat that was to be his home for however long it was going to take to hunt down an AC. It was his first big contract with his affiliates and they had taken the liberty to pack in as much equipment on the vessel as it was permissible without compromising space or the on board systems. As far as he was told, Collin would need to spend the next couple of days familiarizing himself with a few new recording devices that were small and delicate but would constantly record and save into the server for edits and release onto his site launched specifically for this assignment:<span style=""font-style: italic"">Tides that Bind</span><br/><br/>The Hyena looked quite impressive, new almost, Collin wondered just how new the hulking vessel was and immediately thought about the crew that would man her. He had never been on a ship and cruises didn't quite count as being on a boat as travelers were usually served hand and foot. Not this was entirely new experience and Collin found himself short on words on what exactly he would put down in his blog entry for the first day. After clearing his identification through security, he was on board and realized he was slightly nervous being on a boat with people that were likely to be highly trained and naturally think him a liability to be on board. Well, he'd have to turn that perception considering that while contracted as the ship's reporter, he was also the de facto public affairs go to guy. He had to make sure to capture and disseminate the crew and their mission in the most flattering lights and show the thrill of the hunt rather than the grim realities that it was really tagged with. That alone was going to be difficult, but Collin was up for the challenge.<br/><br/>Stepping on board, Collin found himself a little wobbly at first, not used to being on a boat since he was 21 on the cruise to Cancun. The deck was dry, dark and looked every bit as mechanical as he imagined when he saw the common specifications of the vessel. Seeing that no one was around the deck, Collin took to going inside, clutching his backpack a little tighter as he entered and found himself surrounded by modern amenities and fixtures only seen in luxury hotels. ""Swanky,"" he commented softly under his breath as he strolled deeper in."
13413,Cruising Aboard the Hyena (What Lies Below; General IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323834,2014-12-15T23:50:00,Rudaslavia,"Eva could surely notice a slight furrowing of Marie's brow at the gesture. Regardless, the chief officer reciprocated with a nod and a firm hand shake. ""Marie Lachance."" she responded with a stern and borderline aggressive tone. ""I'm the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Hyena</span>'s Chief Officer. You just interrupted my private thoughts, and I don't appreciate it. Please leave me be for now. Maybe we'll speak later.""<br/><br/>She turned her gaze completely away from Eva and back towards the harbor. Lachance did not seem to grasp Fox's warm greeting and mannerisms. As far as she could tell, the scientist was intruding on her mental discussions, and she felt that it was beyond rude. Besides, she had little desire to chat with what she perceived as an overly talkative subordinate on a day as important as this.<br/><br/>Thoughts of the past immediately saturated her mind. Minor flashbacks were a common occurrence in Marie's life. They were triggered at random by a number of small events that could not be tracked or studied. Most of the brief visions were harmless, but there were certain times in which they illustrated Lachance's worst of nightmares. This flashback was one of them. She remembered her attacker's face quite well. He was an odd looking man whom thrived on power and dominance over his soldiers. He cornered her when she least expected it. She threw her against the wall like an ape, overwhelming her in every aspect. She would never forget the mixture of fear and rage that she experienced throughout that seemingly everlasting assault.<br/><br/>Marie let out a slight gasp when the vision disintegrated from her sight. She gripped the railing tightly in recollection of that nightmare. If she were to meet that man again, she'd inflict the pits of Hell upon him."
13414,Cruising Aboard the Hyena (What Lies Below; General IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323834,2014-12-16T00:06:00,Sasutary Island,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Aboard the Hyena, Status: Drunk as Hell</span><br/>Daniel stood up, when he noticed the man was, in fact, asleep in his chair. To his right, he saw an empty bottle of beer.<br/><br/>""Well bugger this. I'll leave my bottle here if you wake up. Theres abit left.""<br/><br/>He walked out of the canteen, and promtly tripped at the door. Standing up once more, he adjusted his shirt, and walked to his Bunk. On his way to the bunk room, he noticed a new face around. He extended his hand to the man (Collin), ""Hello, guv. The names Daniel, what's yours?""<br/><br/>Daniel tried as hard as he could to appear sober."
13415,Cruising Aboard the Hyena (What Lies Below; General IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323834,2014-12-16T00:16:00,Mincaldenteans,"The man's breath permeated the air between them in no time and Collin fought the urge not to make a face as soon as it hit him.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Well, isn't this glorious. We have drunks on board. </span>He thought to himself but smiled outwardly as friendly as he could managed. Being sober was somewhat half the problem, drunks usually could go either way and Collin wasn't looking to get on the bad side of the taller man. In all honesty, he wasn't bad looking if the guy would clean up his current state. He shoved all his quick assessments of the man and faced reality.<br/><br/>""Uh yeah, hi, I'm Collin,"" he said with a smile still in effect while shaking the man's hand. ""Nice to meet you. You been here awhile now?"" He inquired lightly."
13416,Cruising Aboard the Hyena (What Lies Below; General IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323834,2014-12-16T00:40:00,Sasutary Island,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">In a conversation, Status: Still Drunk</span><br/>""Ah, nice te' meet ye', Collin. And yes indeede-do, I have been onboard for god knows how long.""<br/><br/>He smelt his own breath, and held his vomit in, while still smiling at the shorter man. He came to the realization that he was drunk, and stiffened up.<br/><br/>""Excuse me breath, laddie. I've been drinking alot the past few...years. But anyways, I bet you are dying to see our bunks. Right behind this 'ere door.""<br/><br/>He reached his out his hands to the door handle. He swung it open, and entered before Collin.<br/><br/>""Wonderful aint it? Here is where me and some other guy sleep,"" gesturing to a bunk to the left of the door, ""and those are the showers, and these are the rest of the bunks. Claim one if you'd like for now.""<br/><br/>Daniel laid down on his bunk, taking out a book, acting as if he could read, not while as drunk as this."
13417,Cruising Aboard the Hyena (What Lies Below; General IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323834,2014-12-16T00:49:00,Mincaldenteans,"<span style=""font-style: italic"">A bunk. Great. Not quite what I was expecting.</span><br/><br/>Collin just nodded, smile in place if a touch less than he had moments before. The place was spacious enough and the bunk beds looked quite comfortable despite his misgivings. For all that his new lodgings offered, it didn't bother him so much as it did wondering where his work space was going to be. Surely not here, he despaired for a moment. He took a top bunk to the right, throwing his backpack on it.<br/><br/>He'd have to speak to the captain about his work space. The last thing he wanted to do was typing away at late nights and disturbing the crew with his endless editing. They'd likely feed him to the sea creatures and wouldn't that just make a headline on itself.<br/><br/>Turning around, he saw Daniel's attempt at reading a book and held off a smirk. The man was clearly drunk and doing his best to be nonchalant about it. Who was Collin to call him out on it but what was he supposed to say?<br/><br/>""So... what are you reading?"""
13418,Cruising Aboard the Hyena (What Lies Below; General IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323834,2014-12-16T00:54:00,Sasutary Island,"""Its an old favourite of mine. My ex-girlfriend bought it for me."" He looked at the title, before turning the title towards Collin.<br/><br/>""'How to stop Alcoholism'. Can't say I would read anything else. It has helped me more than any Psychiatrist could.""<br/><br/>Daniel shifted his ass, and leaned to his left, looking through his backpack. He took out his old Royal Navy pilot uniform. The PTSD started to kick in, his eyes watered. Quickly, he stuffed the uniform back into the bag."
13419,Cruising Aboard the Hyena (What Lies Below; General IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323834,2014-12-16T10:41:00,Mincaldenteans,"<span style=""font-style: italic"">And here I thought I was treading on safe waters</span>, a collective inward sigh managed to escape just a tad from Collin's lips but he stifled it down quickly. Instead, he gave a sideways glance at Daniel and a smirk that played along to reach his eyes and match the act.<br/><br/>""Not sure if you could count that as a favorite, the results seem to have varied,"" Collin said lightly. He did his best to not pry into the man's sudden attention at a neatly folded uniform being pulled out of his personal effects when he suddenly shoved it back in. Collin had only ever dated one person in the military, and it was pleasant, the sex phenomenal but in the end it just didn't pan out the way either of them hoped or expected. The latter being more on Collin as he wanted someone for a serious relationship; his partner expected a ghost from his (semi-recent) past through Collin. It ended amicably.<br/><br/>Now looking at Daniel, the uniform and the drink, it wasn't hard to intuit but Collin wasn't one to pry. He'd leave the man to his thoughts, maybe when he sobered up, he'd be something - or someone else - entirely.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Right, time to go see the captain.</span><br/><br/>""Listen, I gotta talk to the Captain. Would you happen to know if he's on board? A lot of my equipment was moved here before my arrival and I need to get them up and running."""
13420,Cruising Aboard the Hyena (What Lies Below; General IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323834,2014-12-16T10:58:00,Cylarn,"Scott did not fall asleep (Don't control my character), and he instead silently watched the drunk guy stumble around, drinking from a bottle of gin. The diver sighed; even though Scott himself was an alcoholic, he wasn't about to show up at the first day of the voyage drunk. His silence may have confused the drunken man, which didn't surprise Scott. Despite being a rather approachable and friendly guy, Scott recognized that if he ended up interacting with the man, he was going to end up getting shitfaced. The alcoholic in him craved for something stronger than a single beer, but Scott knew that he had to control his cravings. Alcohol helped him to forget the things he had witnessed in his life: the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan, his turbulent time at BUD/s, and his time as a bounty-fisherman. When alcohol flowed through his veins, it helped him to forget his demons for a short while, but it never lasted. Marijuana helped as well, though he was a bit hesitant about smoking around the other leadership - especially Captain Stewart.<br/><br/>Like Scott, Caleb Stewart was a known figure in the world of bounty-fishing. The former Coast Guard Captain had become one of the first bounty-fishermen, working for Clearwater Cryptid Clearance, Ltd, and later Hydra Maritime. His exploits were always on the nightly news, because the guy had a knack for bringing down the toughest ACs. Megalodons, killer squid, Plesiosaurs; none could escape the guy. That was, until his tangle with a Kraken, creatures known to be the most deadly of the ACs. His reputation took a hit as well; he had lost his crew, and more conservative captains and observers abhorred him for not going down with his ship. Such ""chivalry"" was still alive, sadly, and many capable captains needlessly gave up their lives for honor. Still though, Scott bet that Stewart was going to run a tight ship. That didn't bode well for the drunk Cockney, but Scott was going to have to stay below Stewart's radar.<br/><br/>After finishing his beer, Scott tossed the empty bottle into a nearby trashcan and departed the galley. Since he had arrived, several other crewmembers had made themselves known. As he wandered aimlessly around the ship, he heard the voices of two women, and moved to investigate. To say that Scott was a bit of a horndog was inaccurate; he was constantly chasing skirts whenever possible. His paychecks were spent on hookers and booze, and he was constantly in and out of relationships, getting into trouble constantly and angering his girlfriends. The devious thought of wooing the female crewmembers of the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Hyena</span>entered his mind, but he understood that it would be a challenge.<br/><br/>By the time that he had approached the two women, he spotted Marie gripping the rail and gasping, with an uneasy, trouble facial expression. He could see the fear in her eyes; he had seen it before in the eyes of various combat-scarred sailors during his Navy days. He decided to speak with the women, hoping to start up a conversation.<br/><br/>""Hello, ladies,"" he said in a rather nonchalant tone of voice before holding out his right hand. ""Scott Depleur, at your service."""
13421,Cruising Aboard the Hyena (What Lies Below; General IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323834,2014-12-16T13:48:00,Rudaslavia,"Scott's approach only mustered further frustration in the mind of the chief officer. Her perception of ""annoyances"" seemed to be fatally attracted towards her personal space. In addition to derailing her current train of thought, Scott was a man. Ever since the incident, Marie had a natural tendency to distrust male figures -- even her fellow officials onboard the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Lafayette</span>. The attack was far more traumatic than either of her encounters with the AC's. It was damaging to her soul.<br/><br/>But, as she had done with Eva, she reciprocated the hand-shake with yet another nod. ""Marie Lachance, Chief Officer."" she replied coldly. ""I'm glad to be meeting my subordinates...but to be frank, both of you are intruding. I'm doing my best to sort out my thoughts before the voyage. These interruptions are a tad too much to bear at the moment.""<br/><br/>Marie was less known in the world of professional bounty-fishing, but her surname was quite renowned in the public sphere. Her father, Dr. Pierre Lachance, was a notoriously controversial figure in the scientific world. His theories on the existence of the Loch Ness monster were widely parodied in the late 1970's. However, some credible scientists began to revisit Dr. Lachance's studies on a more serious note in further decades. The mysterious destruction of the<span style=""font-style: italic"">SS Rudolf</span>and her crew (including Pierre Lachance himself) on the loch in 1983 set forth a rebirth of fascination in the mysterious Nessie. But despite the efforts of Marie's mother, Janice Henry-Lachance, the majority of tales regarding Pierre's demise were regarded as myths and fanatical stories.<br/><br/>Therefore, the task of her family's redemption fell upon the shoulders of Marie...and Marie alone."
13422,Cruising Aboard the Hyena (What Lies Below; General IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323834,2014-12-16T17:38:00,Brechalht,ignore
13423,Cruising Aboard the Hyena (What Lies Below; General IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323834,2014-12-16T18:33:00,Virenna,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">1200<br/>4 March 2014<br/>Armory, <span style=""font-style: italic"">SS Hyena</span><br/>Miami, Florida<br/>Day 0 of the Hyena's Maiden Voyage</span><br/><br/>Justinian, eyes peeled around the room at the various loads of ammunition and weaponry stacked and hung along the walls of the armory, resembled his ancient namesake overlooking the construction of some ornate chapel. Occasionally glancing down at the clipboard in his hands, checking off inventory with a small, eraser-less pencil, he furrowed his brows. He wore simple jeans, a black crew neck with the sleeves rolled up to his elbows, and rough waterproof boots.<br/><br/>He had been here for an hour, and had checked the inventory already once before, satisfied that everything was in order, but careful nonetheless. He had stayed out of Chief Officer Lachance's way-he wasn't even sure if she had noticed him, her face rigid and cold, deep in thought. He recognized that face. He wore it himself.<br/><br/>The Master-at-Arms had already had two escapades in bounty fishing after serving in the U.S. Navy as a naval intelligence specialist. While his time in the navy gave him great technological expertise in detection,weapons tech, communications, and cryptology, it was his ability to control a team and his deadly efficiency, especially in recruiting human assets near enemy defense positions and movements (subsequently exposing them up for naval bombardment) around the Persian Gulf, Red Sea, and the Mediterranean, that had led him to the position of Master-at-Arms. He knew how to work people; even the most defiant subordinate or joker had exited rooms in tears after confrontations with him. If anyone could keep a rowdy crew maintained and an inventory stocked, it was Roseville.<br/><br/>However, Justinian had suffered bouts of bad luck so far in both bounty fishing ventures he served for. His first captain was a drunken idiot with a gunnery officer who failed to heed his advice about ammo usage; the ship went down against a monstrosity of an octopus after completely wasting its ammunition before the creature was fully visible. The crew nearly lost their lives if not for an emergency lifeboat that whisked them away in the nick of time.<br/><br/>The next trip was far more haunting.<span style=""font-style: italic"">La Reina del Mar.</span>Justinian thought he would remember that AQ for the rest of his life; it was a curious, lithe, quick creature, serpentine-looking, that had the ability to rapidly shift in size, somehow getting on to the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Reina</span>and infiltrating the pipes and even…he shuddered to remember it. The AQ exited a vent, wrapped around the cooks neck and slithered down his throat one night and somehow…took control of the man, with a gristly, inhuman imitation of his voice, in front of everyone in the mess hall. The mind-controlled man charged the janitor and stabbed him forty-two times before finally succumbing to a stream of bullets.<br/><br/>What followed next was a complete breakout of anarchy on the ship. People suspected each other of being controlled by the AQ, fights and paranoia were rampant, and tension was high. Justinian pleaded with the captain to adopt strict security measures and quarantines and start full-on hunting, but he refused, preferring to try and make it to the nearest port before weeding out the creature. When the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Reina</span>arrived in Manila, half the crew was dead. Justinian remembered terminating his contract immediately, watching the soldiers at the harbor set the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Reina</span>in flames.<br/><br/>But, now, he hoped, things would be different. He knew of Captain Stewart's reputation, and was ready to serve under a prestigious captain who had learned from his mistakes and kept his life to boot.<br/><br/>Justinian, convinced he had sufficiently kept track of everything, quickly made his way to the crew quarters and placed his bags on a bed in the corner. Two crew members were discussing something, and were caught off-guard by Justinian's silent arrival. The Master-at-Arms immediately smelled booze, and his serious face then glanced at the cockney-voiced drunk with the slightest hint of anger.<br/><br/>After his things were in order, Justinian briskly walked up to the pair and looked at Daniel with a blank stare.<br/><br/>""While the captain may not have explicitly prohibited alcohol, as Master-at-Arms, let me just tell you right now that if you can't control yourself, if you're drunk while on duty, or if you ever,<span style=""font-style: italic"">ever</span>present yourself to the captain or chief officer in such a slovenly, disgusting manner it will not bode well for your time on this trip. I've dealt with drunken sailors before and trust me, they're the first to die when things go wrong,"" Justinian said authoritatively and callously, before turning his attention to Collin as well. ""What exactly are your positions on this crew?"" he asked imperiously while crossing his arms."
13424,Cruising Aboard the Hyena (What Lies Below; General IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323834,2014-12-16T19:17:00,Sasutary Island,"<span style=""font-size: 50%; line-height: 116%;"">Was just finding a way to talk to someone else <img alt="";)"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_wink.gif"" title=""Wink""/> </span><br/><br/>Daniel seemed rather shocked at Collins statement, but he kept a joyful face and tried to think of something cheeky.<br/><br/>""Haha, now I only drink<span style=""font-style: italic"">Half</span>, the amount I used to drink. And don't ask me if the Captain is aboard, I'm was drunk the minute I landed in Miami. Well then, if you may excuse me, I'll be jogging on the deck to reduce my alcohol....<span style=""font-style: italic"">abuse</span>for today.""<br/><br/>He walked past Collin and climb up the stairwell. However, in his way was a stern faced man, the master at arms. Well, shit.<br/><br/>""Well, mate... sir, I've only drank 1 bottle of gin today. And I'm trying to stop as you can see,"" Daniel showed him his book on 'How to Stop Alcoholism', ""so pardon me if I'm as drunk as those sailors who died, but I've been through so much shite these past few years, that I've grown Accustomed to Alcohol. Now then, I'm the pilot for this ship, and trust me, I've flown perfectly in the Royal Navy, sometimes drunk."""
13425,Cruising Aboard the Hyena (What Lies Below; General IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323834,2014-12-16T19:34:00,Virenna,"<blockquote><div><cite>Sasutary Island <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323834&amp;p=22822244#p22822244"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-size: 50%; line-height: 116%;"">Was just finding a way to talk to someone else <img alt="";)"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_wink.gif"" title=""Wink""/> </span><br/><br/>Daniel seemed rather shocked at Collins statement, but he kept a joyful face and tried to think of a cheeky.<br/><br/>""Haha, now I only drink <span style=""font-style: italic"">Half</span>, the amount I used to drink. And don't ask me if the Captain is aboard, I'm was drunk the minute I landed in Miami. Well then, if you may excuse me, I'll be jogging on the deck to reduce my alcohol....<span style=""font-style: italic"">abuse</span> for today.""<br/><br/>He walked past Collin and climb up the stairwell. However, in his way was a stern faced man, the master at arms. Well, shit.<br/><br/>""Well, mate... sir, I've only drank 1 bottle of gin today. And I'm trying to stop as you can see,"" Daniel showed him his book on 'How to Stop Alcoholism', ""so pardon me if I'm as drunk as those sailors who died, but I've been through so much shite these past few years, that I've grown Accustomed to Alcohol. Now then, I'm the pilot for this ship, and trust me, I've flown perfectly in the Royal Navy, sometimes drunk.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Only 1 bottle of gin? Flown sometimes drunk?"" Justinian looked at him incredulously for a few seconds before replying, ""This bullshit will not fly again, do you hear me? We have plenty of veterans on board-myself one-and so far you're the only one I've seen wasted at midday<span style=""font-style: italic"">on your first day on the job.</span>I didn't ask for excuses, and I'll tell you right now, I didn't expect this operation to hire someone so blatantly unprofessional. You smell like a homeless person,"" He paused and stared at Daniel in the eyes before continuing, ""We have a job to do. I don't give a shit about what you've been through, I give a shit about how you'll behave while on duty now on this ship, and if you're drinking while on that helicopter and putting everyone at risk, don't be surprised when more shit happens and you have to run home to Mommy Rehab to cry about how you killed your best mates and you blame it all on alcohol like a little irresponsible bitch. I can tell you right now in two words the message of that bullshit two-dollar pharmacy self-help book. Control yourself. Control yourself, soldier, if you're still worthy of that name.""<br/><br/>Justinian brushed past the pilot with slight irritation on his face before approaching the man he was talking to. ""Now, who are you again?"""
13426,Cruising Aboard the Hyena (What Lies Below; General IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323834,2014-12-16T20:29:00,Sasutary Island,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Wankers, Status: Sober</span><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Why I outta... calm down, don't tell me you are gonna give in to this wanker, Daniel. Just walk it off, he'll die sooner with that attitude anyways.</span><br/><br/>Daniel let out a short breath. At least it was over. He stepped out of the bunk room, up the stairs to the deck. Nothing else was going to stop his rage should that tit walk up to him and utter a single word in anger. But for now, he climb ladder to the helipad, where his bird awaits. The bright-red popsicle could be spotted from California, he thought. He had to get permission from the captain if he was going to give this old bird a new paintjob before that wanker Justin gives him a piece of his gormless mind.<br/><br/>The brisk Miami breeze whized pass his face as inspected the deck. He composed himself.<br/><br/>The Dolphin helicopter starred at Daniel as he did stare back. This beauty was to be his bird, his girlfiriend, his life for the 6 months he was to be aboard. Like a little boy with a new toy, he climb aboard gleefully, inspecting every wire, control surface, door and rotor blade. The bright red lines were, however, distasteful by Daniels standards. Should any AC catch a glimpse of this bright red hovering popsicle, there was no way he was going to get out of there.<br/><br/>But what was he to do, it was company property. He sat into the pilot seat, for the first time in 13 months. The leather padded seats were heaven to Daniel. The dials, Screens and levers were all like family to him. This was truly his home.<br/><br/>""What'ya say, why don't we turn on your engines for a while, eh?""<br/><br/>Daniel tried to remember how to start those two powerful engines. Desperately trying to figure it out, he smashed a few buttons and levers together, and in a stroke of luck, the 2 engines spluttered to life. Slowly, slowly, slowly, the rotors began to spin, the stone-cold engines refusing to cooperate. The engines died once more, the rotors rattling to a halt.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Shh, you seem abit sick, ol'Daniels gonna fix you up.</span><br/><br/>Scouring the heli pad for a screwdriver, he found a toolbox near a door. He climb ontop of the helicopter, and opened a small maintainance panel. The engined were as cold as Justin. The bolts connecting the Rotors to the engines were so loose, you could take it off with a finger. He worked, toiled under the searing hot Floridan sun. Tightning bolts, clearing clogged fuel lines, lubricating the joints etcetera. His hands glistened with grease and oil, he turned the helicopter on once more, and now the start-up was quiet, graceful. He congradulated himself with a bottle of<span style=""font-style: italic"">Mineral water.<br/><br/>I think I'll stick to Sprite</span><br/><br/>He turned the heli off, glad that he has done something for once. His civie clothes were covered in grease, his face blackened but it was a huge step forward to catching his first AC.<br/><br/>He stepped back, and with a water-proof marker, wrote his former rank and name on the side of the helicopter.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Flt Lt Daniel 'Danny' 'O Kennedy</span>"
13427,Cruising Aboard the Hyena (What Lies Below; General IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323834,2014-12-16T21:23:00,Mincaldenteans,"<blockquote><div><cite>Virenna <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323834&amp;p=22822404#p22822404"">wrote</a>:</cite>-snip-<br/><br/>Justinian brushed past the pilot with slight irritation on his face before approaching the man he was talking to. ""Now, who are you again?""</div></blockquote><br/>Collin didn't show his irritation and the new person that had arrived. In fact, between Daniel and the awfully rude newcomer, he was thinking he'd sooner put up with the drunken state that was Daniel rather than deal with someone that looked as though they had something to prove or an ax to grind. Collin was only guessing though at that particular thought, there was no way to know and for all he knew said person now standing in front of him was just a plain old jack ass.<br/><br/>With Daniel walking of after the brief exchange that let on more details about the man's past, Collin half wished he took that as his own cue to leave also; there was after all the question of his equipment that he needed to get to and begin the task of familiarization and reporting. He was sure his affiliates wanted some kind of update, despite giving him discretion as to what and when that happened.<br/><br/>Addressing the new guy, he extended his hand in greeting and general good manners, ""Collin Sanders, journalist of Tides that Bind. And you are?"""
13428,Cruising Aboard the Hyena (What Lies Below; General IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323834,2014-12-16T21:37:00,Cylarn,"<blockquote><div><cite>Brechalht <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323834&amp;p=22821203#p22821203"">wrote</a>:</cite>-snip-</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The XO of the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Hyena</span>was a bitch, but Scott could see that Marie's hostility ran deep, possibly stemming from some past trauma. He dropped his hand and gave a slight chuckle. Despite her attitude, she could have picked a better place to contemplate her thoughts, rather than standing out in the open on the day that the crew was boarding the vessel. He turned away, just as a rather fetching blonde woman approached him and guided him over to the stern of the ship, where she introduced herself as Eva Fox, the Science Officer. The diver couldn't help but crack a smile at her name; it sounded like the name of a porn star, and she looked like she had the looks to match. He held out his right hand as he looked at Eva directly in the eyes, staring through the tinted lenses of the Aviators.<br/><br/>""Depleur,"" he said. ""Scott Depleur. I am the diver."""
13429,Cruising Aboard the Hyena (What Lies Below; General IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323834,2014-12-16T22:19:00,Brechalht,ignore
13430,Cruising Aboard the Hyena (What Lies Below; General IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323834,2014-12-17T10:58:00,Clavkova,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">1205<br/>4 March 2014<br/>Dock, SS Hyena<br/>Miami, Florida<br/>Day 0 of the Hyena's Maiden Voyage</span><br/><br/><br/>O'Connor hummed a tune as he approached the ship, though it was no specific song it hinted towards the Melody of ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Danny boy</span>"". He had a little jig in his step as he walked towards the ship, one of excitement, almost trying to mask the underlying worry of what the new job would entail. He wore a black T-shirt under a dark blue shirt that had a civilian style resemblance to a navy uniform, and he carried a Duffle bag over his shoulder. He walked up and boarded the vessel, immediately noticing the wood interior of the boat, pausing his humming slightly to let out a whistle of approval.<br/><br/>He set his bag by the table, looking around at the interior, still slightly unsure of where to go. He investigated the kitchen, noticing an opened box of blue moon ale in the fridge. O'Connor was tempted by the sight, but he hadn't even met the captain or the CO yet, Besides, you never drink another mans beer.<br/><br/>He took his seat around the table, putting his feet up for 2 seconds before quickly realizing where he was and the quality of the furniture, and immediately taking them down. He grabbed his bag, setting off towards where he assumed the bunk room would be. The ships layout was more of a cruise ship than the fishing ship he had imagined. He took a pen and a pad of paper from his duffle bag, noting certain systems and power outlets as he walked. He began whistling<span style=""font-style: italic"">""The rocky road to Dublin</span>"" as he investigated the layout of the systems, almost as if he was walking down a military ship rather than his first day on the job.<br/><br/>He could hear the sound of someone been berated as he walked, a sound he was all too familiar with serving on a naval ship. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">First day and already someones crossed an officer</span>"" O'Connor thought to himself, it made him feel a little better, almost as if he'd never left the navy at all. He made his way down to the bunks, spotting 2 men discussing something, 1 of them holding his hand out while the other had a face like thunder. A distinct smell of ale lingered in the air. He assumed the irritated looking man was some sort of officer, probably best to stay on his good side."
13431,Cruising Aboard the Hyena (What Lies Below; General IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323834,2014-12-17T13:17:00,The Carlisle,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">1205<br/>4 March 2014<br/>Dock, SS Hyena<br/>Miami, Florida<br/>Day 0 of the Hyena's Maiden Voyage</span><br/><br/>""So your going out on the seas to hunt this giant squid, and you tell me this now?!"" said a beautiful latino woman wearing a tank top and short jeans. Parviz tapped rhythmically on the steering wheel as he drove. ""Well, yes. I would have told you earlier, but I was distracted by your beautiful face!"" he replied. ""Oh don't flatter me now! What if you get killed?!"" she said, ""There are tons of stories of ships never returning, or if they return, they are all beat up and half their crew is gone!"" ""I promise you I won't get killed,"" he said, ""And if I do, my dying thoughts will be of you."" He chuckled and grinned to her. The woman sighed.<br/><br/>Parviz parked the car and got out. He looked out to the port where the ship he would be piloting sat. To be honest, it was a beautiful ship. Sleek and white, pure looking. He couldn't wait to break her in. ""Pilot of a Bounty ship,"" he thought again. He couldn't believe it himself. The AC's took his last baby, and now he was getting a chance to strike back. He always thought he would remain in the states. He looked at Roxanne, who had just gotten out of the car. He thought, maybe residing here wasn't so bad. Ah well, at least he had something to look forward to once he dragged that damned squid to port.<br/><br/>Roxanne moved to the car and opened the trunk. In it were two boxes. She picked one up, the contents rattling inside. Parviz moved to the back and picked up his own box. The two then started moving to the ship. ""First you borrow my car, then you have me carry your shine,"" she said, taking a big breathe, ""This is not the kind of work I do ya know?"" Parviz chuckled. ""Of course I know! But you have such firm arms that could be used in helping me. Plus, I'll pay you for it,"" he said. ""You better,"" she retorted.<br/><br/>The two made it to the deck of the ship. Roxanne set down her box, stretching her arms out to let out the stress in them. Parviz set down his. ""You take care of it from here Parvie,"" she said. Parviz nodded. ""Don't die out there Parvie,"" she said. She went up and hugged the man. Parviz hugged back. when she let go, his wallet was in her hand. She opened it and dug out 40 dollars. Parviz laughed at that, taking back the wallet when offered back. ""See ya Parvie,"" she said. She then walked off the deck of the ship, back towards her car. Parviz just watched as she left, feeling a bit sad. It'll be a while, but, he knew he would be back. He had been out at seas for months before, he could deal with it. He'll just miss that damn fine woman.<br/><br/>He picked up his box and started moving up to the helm of the ship. That place will be his home for the next few months. He'll need to get a cot or something moved up there sometime later."
13432,Cruising Aboard the Hyena (What Lies Below; General IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323834,2014-12-17T15:40:00,Reverend Norv,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">1205<br/>4 March 2014<br/>Dock, SS <span style=""font-style: italic"">Hyena</span><br/>Miami, Florida<br/>Day 0 of the <span style=""font-style: italic"">Hyena</span>'s Maiden Voyage</span><br/><br/>Caleb Stewart clambered out of his taxi cab about a block from the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Hyena</span>'s berth, and absentmindedly shoved a wad of bills at the driver; there wasn't much use for cash on the open ocean, anyway. A few hundred yards away, down the pier crowded with the young and beautiful of Miami, the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Hyena</span>lay at anchor, rocking ever so gently in the water. A small ship, this, thought Caleb: smaller than a cutter, smaller even than the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Reckoning</span>. But it was tough, and fast, and well-armed. Caleb could have wished for a better ship, but he was satisfied.<br/><br/>The captain dragged his leg out of the cab, grimacing as the angle of the motion pulled at his knee. He thought for a moment of the muzzle flash in the dark hold of a drug smuggler, of the adrenaline of the raid and the pain and confusion when Caleb's leg could no longer hold him upright. But the captain's eyes were fixed upon the present: his ship, white as a swan, resting gracefully in the turquoise water. Caleb felt the urge to pull out his sketchbook and try to capture the scene. He knew that he didn't have time, and so he settled for giving the tableau a long look, trying to etch it on his memory for later recreation on the page.<br/><br/>Quietly, Caleb touched the pocket of his bomber jacket that held his cell phone. He had called Jean just before getting in the cab; the conversation had been brief. Jean had grown up knowing that her father's life was dangerous; no shrinking violet herself, she had taken to the Navy life like a fish to water. But Caleb knew that his daughter worried about him; she thought he was getting old, though she would never say so to his face. She wished he would settle down in a seaside cottage and paint sunsets. She had thought, for a while after the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Reckoning</span>went to the bottom of the Malacca Straits, that Caleb might do just that. To be fair, Caleb had thought the same thing.<br/><br/>But he couldn't. He had made a promise to himself, a long time ago on the freezing shore of the iron-grey Atlantic.<span style=""font-style: italic"">I will not spend my life running away - not even from the sea itself.</span>Caleb looked out across the clear, balmy waters of the Caribbean, off to where the ocean met the sky so many miles from shore.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Out there, where there is no land in sight and death is all around, where the world itself wants you dead: that's where I've lived my life, because the only alternative is living in fear. And I refuse to live in fear. Not even now.</span><br/><br/>So Caleb Stewart took a deep breath, hoisted his old Coast Guard seabag over one shoulder, and walked swiftly down the pier to the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Hyena</span>- and whatever fate awaited him aboard its deck.<br/><br/><div align=""center"">* * *</div><br/><br/>Caleb Stewart's philosophy of leadership was simple, although he couldn't have articulated it even if his life depended on it. A good captain understood his crew: their fears and their virtues, their weaknesses and their strengths. That knowledge let him earn their trust, by supporting them and challenging them in measure to their personal qualities. And trust allowed - perhaps even demanded - loyalty, which was the glue that held a crew together.<br/><br/>All of that began with understanding, as Caleb recognized in some inchoate and instinctual way. And so, for days before flying from Massachusetts to Miami, Caleb had studied the dossiers of his crew: memorizing names and faces, matching photographs to biographies, learning hometowns and life experiences. He wanted to know these men and women before ever he saw them in the flesh. It was a quixotic ambition, and Caleb recognized that too: there was no substitute for personal, face-to-face interaction. But at the very least, Caleb's homework would allow him to jump-start the project of learning about his crew, skipping the information dump of first encounters.<br/><br/>Climbing the gangplank, Caleb found himself passing alongside Marie Lachance. The new executive officer was leaning on the ship's rail and staring moodily out over the beautiful Caribbean sea. Caleb was...unsure how he felt about Marie. On the one hand, her service record was outstanding, and her competence was beyond question. On the other, her personal recommendations were lukewarm at best, and she seemed to be a lifelong magnet for cryptid attacks. Her whole family was, for that matter. Caleb had chuckled at Pierre Lachance's rantings, back in the '80s; what seafarer hadn't?<span style=""font-style: italic"">And who's laughing now, I wonder.</span>The captain studied Marie.<span style=""font-style: italic"">I might have a chip on my shoulder too, if I were her.</span>Still, a good executive officer didn't necessarily need to be the captain's friend; a variety of perspectives and personalities could be an asset in leadership.<span style=""font-style: italic"">So long as they're accompanied by trust.</span><br/><br/>Marie looked like she was deep in thought, and Caleb had no desire to intrude. Instead, he gave a brief wave, just enough to catch the XO's attention. ""Lachance. I'm Caleb Stewart. I want to talk to the crew in the mess hall at twelve-thirty. I'll inform most of them myself, but I'd appreciate it if you could corral any stragglers."" Caleb paused, considering whether to say anything more. Finally, he settled for a professional nod. ""Your service record is exemplary. I look forward to working with you.""<br/><br/>Further to stern, Caleb spotted Scott Dupleur in conversation with Eva Fox. Privately, Caleb was impressed by both Scott and Eva, for different reasons. Scott, of course, had been a Navy SEAL - the unit's reputation spoke for itself, and Scott had known a few SEALs during his time in the Coast Guard; they occasionally cross-trained with TACLETs to hone their shipboard combat skills. Usually, the Guard's supposed combat elite had ended up learning far more than the SEALs. So Caleb had a clear understanding of just how extraordinary a warrior Scott must be, especially after his bounty fishing record aboard the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Kingfisher</span>.<span style=""font-style: italic"">And I guess I can even understand what drives a man to go swimming after a megalodon armed with a speargun. Same thing that's landed me on the deck of this ship after what happened at Malacca. You can yield to fear, or spit in its eye. For some of us, there is no third option.</span><br/><br/>As for Eva, Caleb knew that she was a highly regarded marine biologist with extensive experience on bounty fishing vessels. She had left the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Unicorn</span>for personal reasons about which her dossier was singularly unenlightening. That had given Caleb pause; oversensitivity could be a dangerous liability at sea, a threat to a crew's cohesion and cooperation. But the captain knew better than to pass judgment on Eva before getting to know her. She was clearly an outstanding scientist, and when it came to cryptid biology, the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Hyena</span>needed all the expert help she could get.<br/><br/>Caleb strode over to the scientist and the ex-SEAL, and offered each of them a firm handshake. The captain noticed with a glimmer of amusement in his eye the way that Eva and Scott seemed to be sizing each other up.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Well, there's nothing wrong with that, as such. They're both young, at least compared to me. As long as it stays casual, it's their business. If it starts to cause problems, then it becomes mine.</span><br/><br/>""Caleb Stewart,"" the captain announced briefly. ""Mister Dupleur. Doctor Fox. A pleasure to meet you both. I understand that this is not the first time on board a bounty fishing vessel for either of you. I'm glad we'll have the benefit of your experience."" Caleb raised his eyebrows. ""I'll be talking to the crew shortly, down in the mess, but if either of you have any questions for me right now, I'm all yours for the next few minutes."""
13433,Cruising Aboard the Hyena (What Lies Below; General IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323834&start=25,2014-12-17T15:56:00,Rudaslavia,"Marie appreciated Caleb's compliment. At least...she thought it was a compliment. Perhaps sarcasm? No. She would not let her innermost anxieties overcome her. Regardless of how she felt towards the captain's introduction, the fact remained that he was her superior. She had to treat him with respect, despite her desire to dismiss him as she did the others.<br/><br/>It was then that Marie realized how truly anti-social she was acting. It was not proper, and she didn't wish to lower crew morale. She was a socially inept woman, but an extremely competent commander. While morale wasn't her greatest of strong suits, her soldiers in the Navy followed her without question because of her skill in logic and encouragement. She tested her subordinates' skills and forced them to achieve their very best by any means necessary. Marie Lachance had never served as a shoulder to cry on; instead, she served as a figure of high demand for results. She wasn't everybody's cup of tea, but none could deny her capabilities as a talented leader.<br/><br/>The chief officer immediately left her isolated state of thought on the deck to join the rest of the crew in the mess hall. Along the way, she would obey the captain in fetching any ""stragglers"" in order to witness his introductory speech."
13434,Cruising Aboard the Hyena (What Lies Below; General IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323834&start=25,2014-12-17T16:08:00,Brechalht,ignore
13435,Cruising Aboard the Hyena (What Lies Below; General IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323834&start=25,2014-12-17T16:23:00,Cylarn,"<blockquote><div><cite>Cylarn <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323834&amp;p=22823629#p22823629"">wrote</a>:</cite>-snip-</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Since '11, or 12,"" he said as he removed his glasses and put them in his pocket, giving a chuckle at his own answer. ""I was on board the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Kingfisher,</span>after I left the Navy. We had a good run, at least until we decided that we all hated each other, and our crew broke up. Hydra set me up here, and put me in charge of the divers. What about you, Eva?""<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Reverend Norv <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323834&amp;p=22830663#p22830663"">wrote</a>:</cite>-snip-</div></blockquote><br/><br/>As Scott and Eva conversed, another crewmember joined in and promptly gathered their attention, to whom Scott immediately turned to face. Despite not personally knowing Stewart, he had a lot of respect for the man, whose crewmembers spoke of a man that had earned their respect and admiration. Scott grinned as he and the man exchanged handshakes. He mentioned that the crew would be meeting in the mess in a short while, but he offered to answer any questions that they might have had. Scott didn't have too many questions; he trusted that Hydra had come through with all of the promised equipment - especially with the underwater rifles.<br/><br/>""A pleasure, sir,"" Scott said in response to the Captain's greeting."
13436,Cruising Aboard the Hyena (What Lies Below; General IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323834&start=25,2014-12-17T16:29:00,Sasutary Island,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">A quick shower later, Status: Sober</span><br/>A quick shower and changing of clothes later, Daniel felt like a new man. He could walk straight for once, and his new, warm clothes that weren't drenched in alcohol were heavenly. He went to his bunk, still Collin and that tit were 'argueing' with each other. Walking past them, he took out a book about 'The Ethics of Life and Human Nature'. But a certain tune, jingle, melody rang through his ears. It was catchy, almost deja-vu, as if someone knew that Daniel was there.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">The Rocky Road to Dublin.</span>he thought.<br/><br/>He walked up to the man (O Connor), and extended his hand with a smile. He felt as if they knew each other, though it was unlikely, he felt that making friends with this man would be good. His book still in his hand.<br/><br/>""Daniel O' Kennedy, at your service. Say, just guessing, you don't happen to work in the Royal Navy previously? I served on the HMS Ocean during the Iraq War, and we always hymned that song during work."""
13437,Cruising Aboard the Hyena (What Lies Below; General IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323834&start=25,2014-12-17T19:05:00,Clavkova,"<blockquote><div><cite>Sasutary Island <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323834&amp;p=22831124#p22831124"">wrote</a>:</cite>-snip-</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>O'Connor walked past the 2 men in conversation further up the hall, only to see a another man exit the room he was about to enter. The man extended his hand and spoke with a strong cockney accent, with a hint of Scottish. O'Connor, never a man to turn down a hand shake, grabbed the mans hand firmly, giving a strong shake.<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Aye, 10 years up until last month, Served my last 6 on the HMS Ocean.<span style=""font-weight: bold""> Steven O'Connor</span></span>."" He replied in his Gruff Irish tone, finishing off the handshake. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">I've had that song in my head for the past 6 years, bloody McGraff. A soon as he found out I was Irish he was whistling that tune. Brings back memories</span>""<br/><br/>O'Connor took a quick glance down, noticing the book in Dan's hand<span style=""font-style: italic"">""I was lucky enough to join the HMS Ocean as a Engineer, so I didn't see the brunt of Operation Iraqi Freedom. Always good to meet another Navy Lad. Glad we weren't stationed there for too long, took its tole on a lot of boys that war.</span>""<br/><br/>O'Connor was quick to remember the high casualty rate of Operation Iraqi Freedom, deciding quickly to change the topic ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">So what was your role on the Ocean? We may have served together.</span>"""
13438,Cruising Aboard the Hyena (What Lies Below; General IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323834&start=25,2014-12-17T19:27:00,Sasutary Island,"<blockquote><div><cite>Clavkova <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323834&amp;p=22832834#p22832834"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Sasutary Island <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323834&amp;p=22831124#p22831124"">wrote</a>:</cite>-snip-</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>O'Connor walked past the 2 men in conversation further up the hall, only to see a another man exit the room he was about to enter. The man extended his hand and spoke with a strong cockney accent, with a hint of Scottish. O'Connor, never a man to turn down a hand shake, grabbed the mans hand firmly, giving a strong shake.<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Aye, 10 years up until last month, Served my last 6 on the HMS Ocean.<span style=""font-weight: bold""> Steven O'Connor</span></span>."" He replied in his Gruff Irish tone, finishing off the handshake. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">I've had that song in my head for the past 6 years, bloody McGraff. A soon as he found out I was Irish he was whistling that tune. Brings back memories</span>""<br/><br/>O'Connor took a quick glance down, noticing the book in Dan's hand <span style=""font-style: italic"">""I was lucky enough to join the HMS Ocean as a Engineer, so I didn't see the brunt of Operation Iraqi Freedom. Always good to meet another Navy Lad. Glad we weren't stationed there for too long, took its tole on a lot of boys that war.</span>""<br/><br/>O'Connor was quick to remember the high casualty rate of Operation Iraqi Freedom, deciding quickly to change the topic ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">So what was your role on the Ocean? We may have served together.</span>""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""I was a Helicopter Pilot in as a single detachment to the Ocean. My mission parameters were to evacuate dead and wounded Coalition forces, so many died... I can't forgive myself for anyone of 'em. I was sent back to Scotland when I snapped one day, the doctors did everything they could to cure me. So now here I am, in front of you,"" a tear began rolling down Daniel's face.<br/><br/>""Anyways, what's your job here?"" Daniel tried to calm himself. Tried to think of his family and ex-wife, tried so hard to not just reach into his bag and grab another bottle of Gin. His senses heightened, his feeling were about to explode. He'd take it all out on that tit the Master-At-Arms.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Calm down, not in front of everyone.</span>"
13439,Cruising Aboard the Hyena (What Lies Below; General IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323834&start=25,2014-12-17T22:05:00,Virenna,"<blockquote><div><cite>Mincaldenteans <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323834&amp;p=22823474#p22823474"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Virenna <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323834&amp;p=22822404#p22822404"">wrote</a>:</cite>-snip-<br/><br/>Justinian brushed past the pilot with slight irritation on his face before approaching the man he was talking to. ""Now, who are you again?""</div></blockquote><br/>Collin didn't show his irritation and the new person that had arrived. In fact, between Daniel and the awfully rude newcomer, he was thinking he'd sooner put up with the drunken state that was Daniel rather than deal with someone that looked as though they had something to prove or an ax to grind. Collin was only guessing though at that particular thought, there was no way to know and for all he knew said person now standing in front of him was just a plain old jack ass.<br/><br/>With Daniel walking of after the brief exchange that let on more details about the man's past, Collin half wished he took that as his own cue to leave also; there was after all the question of his equipment that he needed to get to and begin the task of familiarization and reporting. He was sure his affiliates wanted some kind of update, despite giving him discretion as to what and when that happened. <br/><br/>Addressing the new guy, he extended his hand in greeting and general good manners, ""Collin Sanders, journalist of Tides that Bind. And you are?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The Master-at-Arms gave Collin a firm handshake and nodded as he replied. ""Justinian Roseville. I'm the Master-at-Arms for this venture...I wasn't aware there would be a journalist sailing with us,"" he said with lukewarm curiosity. Although he didn't show it, he already had misgivings; he couldn't help but think that a reporter would be dead weight- another mouth to feed and body to protect at the very least. Plus, publicity wasn't always a good thing. What if Collin recorded something that could paint the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Hyena</span>in a bad light? The last thing the crew needed right off the bat was a camera in their faces and a feeling of constant public surveillance.<br/><br/>Nonetheless, Justinian held his tongue. He didn't want to start a confrontation over nothing.<br/><br/>That alcoholic Briton, on the other hand, was another matter entirely. Roseville still couldn't believe the audacity of the helicopter pilot, though was pleased when Daniel reentered the room changed, showered, and mostly sobered up. Justinian wanted to smile to himself but refrained; it was no doubt Daniel probably resented him already, but Justinian did in fact get him to straighten his act within ten minutes. The Master-at-Arm's harsh methods might not have made him many friends, but they were effective.<br/><br/>Justinian noticed another foreigner enter the room and strike up a discussion with Daniel, but continued to listen to Collin, hoping the journalist could alleviate some of his worries by actually explaining what he would be publishing."
13440,Cruising Aboard the Hyena (What Lies Below; General IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323834&start=25,2014-12-18T00:35:00,Mincaldenteans,"<blockquote><div><cite>Virenna <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323834&amp;p=22834400#p22834400"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Master-at-Arms gave Collin a firm handshake and nodded as he replied. ""Justinian Roseville. I'm the Master-at-Arms for this venture...I wasn't aware there would be a journalist sailing with us,"" he said with lukewarm curiosity. Although he didn't show it, he already had misgivings; he couldn't help but think that a reporter would be dead weight- another mouth to feed and body to protect at the very least. Plus, publicity wasn't always a good thing. What if Collin recorded something that could paint the <span style=""font-style: italic"">Hyena</span> in a bad light? The last thing the crew needed right off the bat was a camera in their faces and a feeling of constant public surveillance. <br/><br/>Nonetheless, Justinian held his tongue. He didn't want to start a confrontation over nothing. <br/><br/>That alcoholic Briton, on the other hand, was another matter entirely. Roseville still couldn't believe the audacity of the helicopter pilot, though was pleased when Daniel reentered the room changed, showered, and mostly sobered up. Justinian wanted to smile to himself but refrained; it was no doubt Daniel probably resented him already, but Justinian did in fact get him to straighten his act within ten minutes. The Master-at-Arm's harsh methods might not have made him many friends, but they were effective. <br/><br/>Justinian noticed another foreigner enter the room and strike up a discussion with Daniel, but continued to listen to Collin, hoping the journalist could alleviate some of his worries by actually explaining what he would be publishing.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Good to meet you,"" Collin said with a curt nod, polite smile in place and a bit more at ease as the man didn't take the same tone or attitude as he did Daniel. That boded well for the journalist, but the man's next statement confirmed the underlying misgivings of having someone like Collin on board. Collin couldn't hold that against the man; in some ways he shared the same view were it not for his own enthusiasm at being at sea and venturing into the deep unknown.<br/><br/>""I'm just as surprised as you are, well,"" Collin continued, ""less than a month ago, before the launch, I was informed of the agreement and I've been doing what research I could on AC hunting; though given the limited time I had between negotiations and general preparations of being away so long, I haven't had much time to actually look into it more than the average person that sees it on major news networks. So, in short, my perspective will be uniquely my own.<br/><br/>""I'm an independent journalist,"" he clarified, ""And a few of my affiliates are sponsoring this as well since this has never been done before. While I do have wide discretion on what topics I cover and who I interview, I've been told to extend a more flattering light upon AC hunting. When I got the contract, I was a bit dumbfounded - I didn't think it'd pass considering the company in which agreed to it and the nature of the 'profession' that this is in. 'Dangerous' doesn't quite begin to describe what you guys are doing, in my opinion.""<br/><br/>A slight frown formed upon his features but he shrugged, ""Anyway, 'flattering light', I'm not sure exactly what they meant by that, but I've never been one to run exaggerations and half truths; what you see on my site is what I write and not even the affiliates can do anything about that. I run a live-stream - after editing that is - feed on day's events as needed, or simply piece entries depending on what the crew will be up to. Speaking of the crew, I'm going to have to talk to the captain to make sure that I'm around, but also not in the way.""<br/><br/>Collin noticed a couple more people including Daniel who seemed to have sobered up in a very short amount of time. That was good thing, Collin surmised, as friction between the crew was only going to make his job harder. Currently, it seemed as though tensions would alleviate for the time being, maybe even forgotten as the day wore on. It was good enough for Collin.<br/><br/>Looking back at Justinian, he nodded once with a sincere smile, ""So, there ya have it in a nutshell, for the time being."""
13441,Cruising Aboard the Hyena (What Lies Below; General IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323834&start=25,2014-12-18T05:51:00,Fascist Republic Of Bermuda,"""Nyet, sir, I do not have any drugs or alcohol on me.""<br/><br/>Those words slipped out of Boris Levski's mouth with indifference as a member of the U.S. Coast Guard looked him up and down. The official had pulled him to the side before Levski could get to the Hyena. The American could probably smell the alcohol in Boris's breath.<br/><br/>""I'll believe it when I see it, son. Put you hands up for a patdown.""<br/><br/>Ugh. Sometimes these Americans were too obsessed with security. Boris raised his hands and let the soldier search him. When the soldier couldn't find any drugs or alcohol, he stepped aside and let Boris through. The Russian walked through, and headed to the Hyena. On his way, he reflected on his new bounty-fishing job. The company was apparently really secretive, but Levski wasn't about to ask about every single little detail. He grabbed his duffle bag, suitcase, and backpack and headed towards the pier where the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Hyena</span>bobbed. He noticed it's cleanliness, sheer size, and it's apparent expensiveness. ""Well then. Heil Hydra."" He murmured, before stepping onto his new home.<br/><br/>He didn't have time to explore the boat, he just fumbled with a map of the vessel so he could stumble into his room. He made his way through the cramped hallways until he reached his door. He fumbled with the handle and burst his way into a musty room filled with only the most generic of shipborne furniture. He threw his stuff onto the nearest open bunk before unzipping his duffle bag. He pushed aside his FN Five SeveN and a t-shirt to reveal a bottle of vodka and a flask. He went for the vodka, before thinking better of it and swiftly grabbing the flask. He would save the vodka for celebration. Boris took a swig of his flask before heading out into the hallway, towards the deck."
13442,Cruising Aboard the Hyena (What Lies Below; General IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323834&start=25,2014-12-18T06:59:00,The Carlisle,"Parviz set the last box down in the helm of the ship with a slight groan. The two boxes were neatly placed to the side. He peeked inside, revealing the glass jars filled with water-clear shine. Twelve each, totaling to twenty-four jars. Enough to last for months. He closed the box and went to the controls. It was all computerized. Maps, magnetic, gyrocompass. Much more computerized than the handymax he piloted a year ago. Though, this was a research vessel and the pride of the company. ""<span style=""text-decoration: underline"">SS Hyena,</span>"" he thought,<span style=""font-style: italic"">Ugly name for such a beautiful ship.</span><br/><br/>He turned away from the control and started for the stairs. He needed to get bedding from the crew quarters to move up there.<br/><br/>When he got down there, he noticed plenty of people were down there. He put on a smile before speaking. ""Well, it looks like plenty of the beds are taken!"" he said, chuckling a bit, ""Anyways, I'm Parviz, your helmsman. Good to meet you all."""
13443,Cruising Aboard the Hyena (What Lies Below; General IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323834&start=25,2014-12-18T09:30:00,Reverend Norv,"Caleb nodded to Scott. ""The pleasure is mine.""<br/><br/>Then he turned to Eva. ""We have a lot of possible contracts,"" the captain replied. ""Many of them pretty lucrative. That's actually what I want to talk to everyone about, down in the mess."" Caleb smiled a little ruefully. ""This is a small ship,"" he explained, ""with a small crew. And though a lot of us have military experience, the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Hyena</span>isn't a warship. So while final authority may rest with me, I want to let everyone know what our possible contracts are, and I will want to hear everyone's views on which one we ought to take, and why.""<br/><br/>Caleb chuckled. ""Only a dumb old man thinks he doesn't have anything left to learn, and I'm trying to avoid turning into one for as long as I can."" The captain stepped back and nodded to Eva and Scott. ""I'll see you both in a few minutes. A pleasure meeting you; I hope to get to know you both better over the next few months.""<br/><br/>Stepping back, Caleb glanced around the deck. He noted that most of the rest of the crew seemed to have gone below, and so Caleb followed, ducking down the stairs to the crew quarters. Momentarily alone in the stairwell, he rapped his knuckles gently against the hull of the ship, listening closely to the resulting sound. With no one to see, Caleb grimaced unhappily.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Anything larger than about a thousand long tons is going to crush this thing like a tin can.</span>Pain pulsed quietly in the captain's knee, and his lunch sat uneasily in his stomach. He thought of water rushing in, filling up the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Hyena</span>like a tsunami of poison. Then, with an effort, he didn't.<br/><br/>But by the time he emerged into the crew quarters a few moments later, Caleb Stewart's seamed and scarred face was confident and alert. He glanced around; he could see Daniel, the helicopter pilot, and Steven, one of the assistant engineers; the two men were talking amicably in the corridor. Parviz, the helmsman, was trying to introduce himself; Boris, the electrotechnical officer, was making a beeline for the deck. The master-at-arms (<span style=""font-style: italic"">Justinian</span>, Caleb reminded himself, that was the man's name) and the reporter were talking in a corner.<br/><br/>Caleb cleared his throat. ""Gentleman,"" he announced. ""My name is Caleb Stewart. I'm your skipper. I know something about all of you, and I'm looking forward to getting to know more. I'll want to talk to you all in about fifteen minutes, over in the mess hall. Before then, I'll want a few words with you in particular, Mister Sanders, about your role on board. But if you have any immediate questions, about this ship or about me or about our job over the next few months, then ask away."" Caleb put his hands on his hips, and awaited the crew's response."
13444,Cruising Aboard the Hyena (What Lies Below; General IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323834&start=25,2014-12-18T11:28:00,Chrysaor,"“At least the ship looks nice” Indira thought as she stepped onto the SS Hyena, moderately filled with dread. She had looked through the crew’s profiles and though the doctor will never admit it, she’s a bit intimidated. Most of these people had spent their entire lives on ships, sailing is already their second nature. They’re basically fish people. “Meanwhile, all I got to my name was that one trip on a boat that sank to the bottom of the ocean” she thought bitterly. Indira took a deep breath and muttered to herself as she entered the vessel, “I can do this, I chose to do this, I must do this”.<br/><br/>Business first as always the doctor made her way to the sick bay, her home base for the next 6 months. It was quite spacious, or as spacious as a room can be on a ship, bigger than her old one on the HMS Florence for sure. She briefly took stock and smiled, this is definitely fanciest job she’s done in a while. The machines were all state of the art and the cabinet was stocked full with medicine and tools, even the cots seemed luxurious and the pillow looked comfortable. HYDRA spared no expenses. Contented, the doctor left her belongings on a table and went to find the other crew members. It’s about time she met her charges.<br/><br/>Indira silently prayed “Let’s just hope I’m not too much of a fish out of water here, or more accurately, a non fish-person IN the water” as she entered the crew quarters. Immediately, the doctor spotted several men around the room. But before she could speak up everyone's attention turned to a voice from across the room, a gruff American voice from an gruff older man. Ah the captain, Caleb Stewart, she noted as he introduced himself. Indira decided to stay silent and listen for now."
13445,Cruising Aboard the Hyena (What Lies Below; General IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323834&start=25,2014-12-19T10:44:00,Clavkova,"<blockquote><div><cite>Sasutary Island <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323834&amp;p=22833028#p22833028"">wrote</a>:</cite>-Snip-</div></blockquote><br/><br/>O'Connor noticed the man begin to become upset, mentioning about blaming himself for death of injured personnel during Operation Iraqi Freedom. O'Connor was never a man to show his own deep emotions, and as such always had trouble with women who would become upset, but he had even more trouble with other men becoming upset. You can hug a girl, its a lot harder to hug a man.<br/><br/><br/>""""<span style=""font-style: italic"">War is fought by soldiers who know their duty and have the courage to do it. Make them your examples, do not weigh on the perils of war."" Its an old quote from Pericles during the The Peloponnesian War.</span>"" O'Connor said, as if to offer some comfort. O'Connor knew war was hell,but he also knew you could never let it get to you. You simply needed to power through war, like every other soldier.<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Im the assistant Engineer for the ship, basically the Chief Engineer's lackey</span>"" He laughed slightly, trying to bring a more positive spin back into the room.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>The Carlisle <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323834&amp;p=22836651#p22836651"">wrote</a>:</cite>-Snip-</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Just as he finished talking a middle eastern man approaches, stating his name as Parviz, the Helmsman. O'Connor turned slightly to include the man, holding out his hand towards the man.<br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">O'Connor, ships engineer. Not the Chief Engineer but give it a few weeks</span>"" He joked, letting out a slight laugh at the end.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Reverend Norv <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323834&amp;p=22837490#p22837490"">wrote</a>:</cite>-snip-</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Suddenly a voice was heard, O'Connor turned to see a older gentleman, sporting grey hair. He identified himself as Caleb Stewart, the Captain. For some reason O'Connor straightened his posture as if he was a navy captain, and not simply the captain of a bounty ship.<br/><br/>O'Connor decided to ask a general question, almost in an attempt to get recognized by the captain. Better to be a voice on the crew than to be overlooked, he thought.<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Aye Captain. Are we all going to be sporting our civis during the 6 months, or do we all have some sort of crew uniform. Just I dont like to wear my Sunday best for fixing engines. Also, I requested the honeymoon suite with a view of the beach for my room</span>"" He joked, pointing to the Crew bunks. Better to lighten the mood, as it seems for a first day everyone's on edge."
13446,Cruising Aboard the Hyena (What Lies Below; General IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323834&start=25,2014-12-19T12:49:00,Mincaldenteans,"Collin smirked lightly, successfully stifling a laugh at O'Connor's humor while he folded his arms and casually leaned back against the leg of the bunk he stood in front of. He continued to remain silent and observe the rest, mentally cataloging details and deciding what to put in and what not to on his first entry for the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Tides the Bind</span>. Perhaps there wouldn't be a first entry yet until Collin got a little more familiar with the crew. The indecisiveness of which action to take only prompted him to keep on observing and remain quiet for now.<br/><br/>However that couldn't last very long and Collin followed right after O'Connor with a nod and friendly smile to the the Captain. ""Actually I was about to look for you after speaking with Justinian here,"" he acknowledged the man standing close by. ""I'd be glad to discuss details regarding my involvement. As I mentioned to Justinian, I'm all for being around as long as I'm not in the way. I know next to nothing about AC hunting, so the inherent dangers of even being<span style=""font-style: italic"">present</span>is a factor I need to minimize for the rest. And lastly my equipment, as there's some things I need to look over and likely would need to talk to you again about."""
13447,Cruising Aboard the Hyena (What Lies Below; General IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323834&start=25,2014-12-19T14:54:00,Reverend Norv,"<blockquote><div><cite>Clavkova <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323834&amp;p=22848299#p22848299"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Aye Captain. Are we all going to be sporting our civis during the 6 months, or do we all have some sort of crew uniform. Just I dont like to wear my Sunday best for fixing engines. Also, I requested the honeymoon suite with a view of the beach for my room.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Caleb smiled briefly; he didn't find the joke particularly funny, but he understood and appreciated the intention behind the humor.<span style=""font-style: italic"">The man wants to keep us all relaxed. That's well and good, right now. Hopefully, he also knows when to stop joking around and do his job.</span><br/><br/>""Hotel management is a little short-staffed,"" the captain replied sardonically, ""but I'll see what I can do."" Caleb waited for the chuckles to die down, then nodded to the crew. ""But seriously: I know a lot of us have spent a lot of our lives in uniform. I was in the Coast Guard before many of you were born. The lessons and values that you learned during your time in the armed forces will be useful here; we will be facing great danger, and we will have to think clearly and act with discipline.""<br/><br/>Caleb held up a hand. ""But this is a civilian vessel, nevertheless. We don't have uniforms."" The captain turned back to O'Connor. ""If you're concerned about engine work, though, I'm sure Mister Domnhall will be able to set you up with a jumpsuit. Talk to him, when you get a chance.""<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Mincaldenteans <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323834&amp;p=22849399#p22849399"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Actually I was about to look for you after speaking with Justinian here,"" he acknowledged the man standing close by. ""I'd be glad to discuss details regarding my involvement. As I mentioned to Justinian, I'm all for being around as long as I'm not in the way. I know next to nothing about AC hunting, so the inherent dangers of even being present is a factor I need to minimize for the rest. And lastly my equipment, as there's some things I need to look over and likely would need to talk to you again about.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Caleb nodded, and took Collin by the arm. ""Walk with me,"" he said briefly. Then he turned to the rest of the crew. ""I'll see you in the mess hall in a few minutes.""<br/><br/>The captain and the reporter walked from the crew quarters toward the mess hall. Caleb spoke slowly. ""You need to understand a few things, Mister Sanders,"" he began. ""First: this is a big ship by some standards, but it's not that big. You will be around. You will have access to myself and the crew whenever we are not actually engaged in doing our work. If you want to film us, or record conversations, then that's fine - just get the permission of the people involved first. When the seas are calm, I expect you to obey my orders and the orders of the first officer, but otherwise you may consider yourself on an equal footing with other members of the crew. I understand that you can't do your job if you're shut up in your cabin, and I have no desire to obstruct you. Be considerate, but know that you have the right to do your job.""<br/><br/>""But,"" Caleb continued, ""you need to understand that the work that we are doing is very, very dangerous. The slightest slip could mean disaster for all of us. So I need you to accept that in moments of crisis, no one is going to have time to talk to you or help you or tell you where to stand. You have to stay out of the way; when things get hairy, be at least three meters from all members of the crew at any given time, and try not to move about the deck too much. We can't afford to have you underfoot. Finally, when lives are at risk, you must obey all orders given to you by<span style=""font-style: italic"">any</span>member of the crew. We've all been at sea for longer than you; you have to trust us and obey our instructions, even if that hampers your reporting. You won't be able to report at all if you're dead, after all.""<br/><br/>""As for your equipment,"" Caleb concluded, ""as I said: when the seas are calm, you have the run of the ship. Check out whatever you need to check out, set up whatever you need to set up - just get permission if it involves microphones or cameras from the crewmembers who would be affected. These people deserve better than to be spied upon. Once we weigh anchor, our ability to resupply you will be limited. But if problems arise later on, then I am certainly available for you to discuss them with me.""<br/><br/>The two had arrived at the mess hall. Caleb leaned against the wall toward the front of the room, and watched as the rest of the crew began to arrive. He turned to Collin. ""Any questions, Mister Sanders?"""
13448,Cruising Aboard the Hyena (What Lies Below; General IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323834&start=25,2014-12-19T16:13:00,Lavan Tiri,"""Look, babe, I'm sorry, but this is the chance of a lifetime!""<br/><br/>""YEAH LIKE THE NAVY AND THE BELUGA AND…………AND………AND……… DON'T YOU DARE GO!""<br/><br/>Jason winced at Bethany's sheer volume, holding the phone away from his ear. A guy's gotta have<span style=""font-style: italic"">one sense</span>that's at full capacity, and touch doesn't count.<br/><br/>Well, outside of sex, touch doesn't count.<br/><br/>""Beth, c'mon, I love you, but………""<br/>""BUT WHAT! ARE THERE OTHER WOMEN?! AM I NOT GOOD ENOUGH ANYMORE, MR.<span style=""font-style: italic"">ADVENTURE</span>?!""<br/>""No, babe, but you<span style=""font-style: italic"">are</span>apparently trying to make me prematurely deaf.""<br/>On the other end of the line, Beth sighed sadly, and Jason felt instantly bad. She was a good girl, and he loved her with all his heary. But she was a little bit………… crazy. At times. Most times. Nearly all the fuckin' time.<br/><br/>He pulled up at the docks, tires squealing in protest as Jason took a tight turn, eliminating any danger from a half-blind man driving.<br/><br/>But Beth wasn't done. ""JASON DeLANCEY, YOU DROP THAT WHEEL RIGHT NOW AND LEAVE THE DOCKS!""<br/><br/>Ok. Drop the wheel, check. And technically, the ship wasn't part of the docks.<br/><br/>""JASON! ARE YOU ON THAT DAMNED BOAT?!?!""<br/><br/>""Yep love you bye."", Jason said, hanging up and putting the phone in his left pocket. He would probably feel bad about that later, but now he was jazzed up, excited for more AC-hunting.<br/><br/><br/>He strode into the bowels of the ship, a small bag slung over his left shoulder, grey Nike sneakers slapping against the floor. Jason's heart was racing, his adrenal gland working overtime as that drug of adventure-seekers raced throughout his system. In short, Jason was pumped for this. Some would be afraid, but fear was for the intelligent.<br/><br/>And Jason was<span style=""font-style: italic"">not</span>one of them.<br/><br/>And so, guided by prior experience on such a vessel, Jason progressed further, until he was striding confidently through the mess hall doors. There were people in there, a couple men, a few others, and Jason caught snippets of conversation as he walked further in and sat down heavily in the nearest bench, yawning hugely, the scar that stretched from his right temple to the middle of his upper lip contorting. Jason then simply sat there, waiting for something to happen.<br/><br/>Before he had to make it happen. Which would not be good."
13449,Cruising Aboard the Hyena (What Lies Below; General IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323834&start=25,2014-12-19T16:51:00,The Carlisle,"Parviz gave a nod to the captain at his request. Fifteen minutes wasn't long, but it was enough to get bedding up to the helm plus chatting a bit with the crew. And the reminder of the military brought up some memories. He only spent five years in the military, four in the navy. It took a small bit of his life, but it was important to him. He learned how to pilot large ships there. He even piloted the Alvand, during peacetime and war. Although, all the Alvand did during the Iran-Iraq war was guard Bandar Abbas. And it also gave him his leg. He still remembered that fall, although it didn't haunt him as it used two decades back. Though he wasn't necessarily proud of his service, he was happy for the path it set him on, even if it costed him a good leg.<br/><br/>He turned back to O'Conner. ""Chief engineer you say?"" he said. He chuckled and put his hand on his shoulder in a friendly gesture. ""You and me will be good friends then!"""
13450,Cruising Aboard the Hyena (What Lies Below; General IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323834&start=25,2014-12-19T17:01:00,Rupudska,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">1213<br/>4 March 2014<br/>Dock, SS <span style=""font-style: italic"">Hyena</span><br/>Miami, Florida<br/></span><br/><br/>Erle Landvik of Norway could tolerate many weather conditions, from frigid winter winds to torrential summer rains.<br/><br/>Heat, however, was her one weakness. Even in flip-flops, short pants and a tank top, she could not seem to escape the heat. She had even taken a taxi to the pier just for the air conditioning - she was close enough (in her mind) to walk - and after just a minute of being out of the taxi, she was already starting to feel the heat.<br/><br/>""Damn... why does our port-of-call have to be in the<span style=""font-style: italic"">tropics?</span>Why not somewhere like London, at least?""<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Regardless. Here I am, and damn me to hell if I'll quit because of a little heat.</span>With a pronounced grunt, she hauled her decently-sized rolling cargo bag onto the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Hyena</span>'s gangway and boarded the ship.<br/><br/>It was a very well-made vessel, she was sure of that. It was even spotlessly clean, which was a rarity (to her) of even the newest non-naval vessels. The<span style=""font-style: italic"">Aleister Crowley</span>wasn't this clean at any time, much less when she first joined - and it had been brand-new, too!<br/><br/>""Impressive, very impressive,"" she muttered to herself, entering the ship. She decided she may as well do a bit of exploring of the ship before finding her own bunk. Once she was sure of where everything was, she would inspect her DSV."
13451,Cruising Aboard the Hyena (What Lies Below; General IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323834&start=25,2014-12-19T18:34:00,Rudaslavia,"Marie had been awaiting in the mess hall for some time now. She didn't mind; it gave her more freedom to think. She often found her mind wandering to her past. It was her sanctuary...even if some of the memories she was revisiting were nightmares. Her thoughts were under her direct control. Nobody could change them.<br/><br/>But she would be open to conversation if someone were to approach her now. It wasn't her goal to be disliked...it was just a natural tendency, and she kicked herself every day for it. Regardless, there was little reason for one to approach her now. She would be present as second-in-command at Caleb's speech, but she would likely resume her analysis of the ship's control afterwards when the vessel was embarking. In truth, Marie Lachance was beginning to look forward to this journey. It would be a great change since her days in the Navy."
13452,Cruising Aboard the Hyena (What Lies Below; General IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323834&start=25,2014-12-19T20:50:00,Mincaldenteans,"<blockquote><div><cite>Reverend Norv <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323834&amp;p=22850386#p22850386"">wrote</a>:</cite><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Caleb nodded, and took Collin by the arm. ""Walk with me,"" he said briefly. Then he turned to the rest of the crew. ""I'll see you in the mess hall in a few minutes.""<br/><br/>The captain and the reporter walked from the crew quarters toward the mess hall. Caleb spoke slowly. ""You need to understand a few things, Mister Sanders,"" he began. ""First: this is a big ship by some standards, but it's not that big. You will be around. You will have access to myself and the crew whenever we are not actually engaged in doing our work. If you want to film us, or record conversations, then that's fine - just get the permission of the people involved first. When the seas are calm, I expect you to obey my orders and the orders of the first officer, but otherwise you may consider yourself on an equal footing with other members of the crew. I understand that you can't do your job if you're shut up in your cabin, and I have no desire to obstruct you. Be considerate, but know that you have the right to do your job.""<br/><br/>""But,"" Caleb continued, ""you need to understand that the work that we are doing is very, very dangerous. The slightest slip could mean disaster for all of us. So I need you to accept that in moments of crisis, no one is going to have time to talk to you or help you or tell you where to stand. You have to stay out of the way; when things get hairy, be at least three meters from all members of the crew at any given time, and try not to move about the deck too much. We can't afford to have you underfoot. Finally, when lives are at risk, you must obey all orders given to you by <span style=""font-style: italic"">any</span> member of the crew. We've all been at sea for longer than you; you have to trust us and obey our instructions, even if that hampers your reporting. You won't be able to report at all if you're dead, after all.""<br/><br/>""As for your equipment,"" Caleb concluded, ""as I said: when the seas are calm, you have the run of the ship. Check out whatever you need to check out, set up whatever you need to set up - just get permission if it involves microphones or cameras from the crewmembers who would be affected. These people deserve better than to be spied upon. Once we weigh anchor, our ability to resupply you will be limited. But if problems arise later on, then I am certainly available for you to discuss them with me.""<br/><br/>The two had arrived at the mess hall. Caleb leaned against the wall toward the front of the room, and watched as the rest of the crew began to arrive. He turned to Collin. ""Any questions, Mister Sanders?""</div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/><br/>The journalist understood the captain's reservations and reasonable accommodations, but the 'spying' part had him frowning a little. Yes, he was a reporter, yes he had a duty to keep the public at large informed of what went on the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Hyena</span>while the citizenry back home sat back in their chairs, safe from the dangers of the roaming sea monsters. But spying? That didn't sit well with Collin; the mere idea was almost offensive. He understood the perspective however, as many reporters before and currently didn't have the common sense to get out of the way or simply butt out where it wasn't their business. Some took it too far and that persistence to 'catching the story' had given a bad name and notion to all reporters. He knew that coming into the field, and thus far he had steered away from that; his affiliates had said as much, respecting his stance on speaking the truth even if it wasn't popular. By spying, or acting in a manner that could be mistaken as much did not sit well with him; and Collin knew all to well how much privacy meant to a person. Confidence was extended, confidentiality was language and he wasn't about to betray that simply by poking his nose everywhere at any opportunity.<br/><br/>Instead the young man just nodded, the smile had faded a few shades and his eyes bore a more serious look, ""Believe me captain, the last I want is to be an impediment. My job here is to observe; I don't need to question the crew in everything they do - in and out of danger - nor would I as most of the recording will do it for me. The crew's actions will speak for themselves. Granted, I may hold interviews where permissible and at times I might ask a crew member if they'd be willing to hold a recording device on their person to get their perspective, but I'm not one to insist on being everywhere. I'm here as a living witness to what goes on in these types of AC hunting. I may not be in the fray with the rest, but just being close by is enough to give the casual viewer the harsh realities of the waters as we know it; and I prefer the hard truth rather than the honey words that come off the press.<br/><br/>""I have no interest in defying your orders or that of your first officer, or anyone else for that matter. When it comes to me being at sea, you're the experts, I'll leave you to your duties. Being out of the way comes with the type of reporting that I do, and thus I don't see us having any foreseeable issues with my being around when permitted.""<br/><br/>He sported a sincere smile, then, his demeanor changed to being a little lighter, ""That said, I guess the only questions is: do I get to interview the Captain of the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Hyena</span>sometime in the future? The audience would sure like to know a little bit about the man that's leading this crew into the jaws of danger."""
13453,Cruising Aboard the Hyena (What Lies Below; General IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323834&start=25,2014-12-20T01:12:00,Chrysaor,"Indira smirked at the joke, that’s O'Connor the engineer if she recalled correctly. Jokes are good, that mean not all of these people are grim, glum hard-asses. That would make her job that much easier, or at the least more pleasant to do. There’s still 15 minutes until a formal introduction with the crew, Indira paced around for a few moments unsure what to do with herself. But she figured<span style=""font-style: italic"">Might as well get to know some of them beforehand</span>.<br/><br/>The doctor scanned the room and walked towards O’Connor. The young man was flanked by two other men, the helmsman and the pilot. They seemed a lively bunch, a good place to start. She put her hands into her coat pocket, trying to look casual.<br/><br/>Indira started: “Hello gentlemen. I’m Doctor Dayal, Indira Dayal. Call me Indy if you wish and I’ll be here to patch you up should the need arise. Let’s just hope we don’t meet in a professional setting too often.”"
13454,Cruising Aboard the Hyena (What Lies Below; General IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323834&start=25,2014-12-20T13:57:00,Brechalht,ignore
13455,Cruising Aboard the Hyena (What Lies Below; General IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323834&start=25,2014-12-20T15:07:00,Clavkova,"<blockquote><div><cite>Chrysaor <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323834&amp;p=22855219#p22855219"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Indira started: “Hello gentlemen. I’m Doctor Dayal, Indira Dayal. Call me Indy if you wish and I’ll be here to patch you up should the need arise. Let’s just hope we don’t meet in a professional setting too often.”</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>O'Connor turned to meet the Doctor who had just introduced herself, ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">A pleasure. Im engineer O'Connor, and you can also call me Indy if you wish, but I prefer O'Connor.</span>"" O'Connor extended his hand out to shake. O'Connor felt like he was cracking wise a little too much, but judging by some of the tones of the crew he decided it might be easier to get everyone to loosen up, just slightly.<br/><br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Dont worry, Ill try and keep our encounters as unprofessional as I can</span>"" He smirked slightly, he found humor the best way to break the ice. Besides, on the dark missions the ship would be going on, someone had to try and keep up spirits.<br/><br/>Again he turned slightly to include the new crew mate that had joined, who had introduced herself as Eva. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Eva, Nice to meet you. A doctor and a scientist, remind me never to play chess with either of you. I Like to get out more than 4 moves before i'm beat.</span>"" Once again he gave a cheeky smirk.<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">So what brings everyone to the Hyena? Apart from the handsome helmsman</span>"" O'Connor turned slightly, patting Parviz on the back."
13456,Cruising Aboard the Hyena (What Lies Below; General IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323834&start=25,2014-12-21T07:31:00,Chrysaor,"<blockquote><div><cite>Clavkova <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323834&amp;p=22860003#p22860003"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>O'Connor turned to meet the Doctor who had just introduced herself, ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">A pleasure. Im engineer O'Connor, and you can also call me Indy if you wish, but I prefer O'Connor.</span>"" O'Connor extended his hand out to shake. O'Connor felt like he was cracking wise a little too much, but judging by some of the tones of the crew he decided it might be easier to get everyone to loosen up, just slightly. <br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Dont worry, Ill try and keep our encounters as unprofessional as I can</span>"" He smirked slightly, he found humor the best way to break the ice. Besides, on the dark missions the ship would be going on, someone had to try and keep up spirits. </div></blockquote><br/>“Well aren’t you charming?” the doctor smirked back at O’Connor and shook his hand “I’m sure I can make time to braid your hair and paint your nails too if we’re going be unprofessional.” Indira looked him over, examining what she could. First was his speech, an Ulster accent,<span style=""font-style: italic"">so from Belfast then</span>. Indira was glad to meet a fellow Brit almost immediately, albeit an Irish one. The vaguely familiar is still infinitely better than the strange. He was a tall young man, athletic looking with no obvious defects or injuries and socially capable if his jokes were any indications. He’s also an engineer, not the most dangerous job on the vessel. Indira don’t expect she’d see much of him in the sickbay. But again when giant sea monsters strike where you are a boat usually don’t matter, she knew that firsthand.<br/><br/>For a second, she imagined the young man with broken bones coming out of his neck with blood coming out of his empty eye sockets.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Everything's dark, a deafening roar as the monster rears. No, I will not fall. Please God, let me see them one more time. Kira, I'm so sorry.</span>Her smile still fixed in place, Indira waved away the stray thought.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Brechalht <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323834&amp;p=22859378#p22859378"">wrote</a>:</cite>Eva smiled. ""Let's hope.""<br/>She gave a quick introduction, not wanting to take over the conversation.<br/>""Eva Fox, Chief Science Officer.""</div></blockquote><br/>She turned toward the American woman and nodded. Eva was blonde, tall and fit, she has the whole all-American look right down to her name. Indira wondered if she had seen a lot of action. Immediately, The doctor reminded herself that HYDRA wouldn't have hire Eva in the first place if she didn't.<span style=""font-style: italic"">A nice and capable woman I'm sure. </span><br/><br/>""Nice to meet you Eva. As I've just told these nice men, my name is Indira Dayal and I'm to be your doctor on the Hyena. Just a normal fixing-up people kind of doctor though I'm afraid, unlike you. But I jest, very glad to see another woman of science on board. The world could always use some more of us.""<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Clavkova <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323834&amp;p=22860003#p22860003"">wrote</a>:</cite>Again he turned slightly to include the new crew mate that had joined, who had introduced herself as Eva. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Eva, Nice to meet you. A doctor and a scientist, remind me never to play chess with either of you. I Like to get out more than 4 moves before i'm beat.</span>"" Once again he gave a cheeky smirk. <br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">So what brings everyone to the Hyena? Apart from the handsome helmsman</span>"" O'Connor turned slightly, patting Parviz on the back.</div></blockquote><br/>""You don't have to worry about me when it comes to chess, Mr. O'Connor. I assure you, I am quite useless at that game. But...I've been told I could play a mean hand of poker."" Indira smiled assertively as her hands returned to her pockets, they were familiar there. ""And as for while I'm here, I imagine it's not too different for everyone else on this ship."" The doctor grimaced, she didn't enjoy talking about herself.<span style=""font-style: italic"">But they need to trust me, I'm their doctor.</span><br/><br/>""ACs are nasty businesses, only ever seen one up close but I know a real threat when I see one. So...I figured I should help somehow, never been the type to sit back while others face the enemies for me” she shrugged. “Besides, I had bugger all back home. Guess I got used to military life, my ex-husbands can tell you all about that one. Out here? I can actually contribute” her voice said it like a joke but her bitter smile told a different tale."
13457,Cruising Aboard the Hyena (What Lies Below; General IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323834&start=25,2014-12-21T08:51:00,Brechalht,ignore
13458,Cruising Aboard the Hyena (What Lies Below; General IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323834&start=50,2014-12-21T10:20:00,Cylarn,"<blockquote><div><cite>Brechalht <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323834&amp;p=22859378#p22859378"">wrote</a>:</cite>-snip-</div></blockquote><br/><br/>It seemed that Eva had served once before on a bounty-fishing vessel, though he didn't recognize the name of the vessel. It wasn't like he knew of every boat and crew in his line of work, because he had more prudent concerns that trumped knowing names. He nodded when the scientist mentioned that they should descend for the meeting, knowing that it wouldn't hurt to meet the rest of the crew. The pervert in him made sure to catch a glimpse of the scientist's hind end as she bent over to pick up her bag, though his attention soon turned when he heard the sound of a badly-strained engine. He looked to his right, sighting a battered vessel barely trudging into port with a massive cloud of smoke pluming from the engine. The hull seemed to have been haphazardly held together with paracord and some sort of adhesive, and the entire tub itself showed signs of a violent struggle with an AC. Lines were broken and dangling free from the ship, blood spots had practically painted the ship red, the harpoon gun had been damaged beyond repair, and no intact windows remained on the vessel.<br/><br/>Scott had seen plenty of vessels in such a condition, but he couldn't help but think of this as some sort of foreshadowing of their journey. Hydra said that the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Hyena</span>was practically a ship of the line - in terms of bounty-fishing vessels - though Scott was there at the aftermath of the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Ascension</span>Incident. He had seen the floating corpse of the Kraken, with large chunks blown from its body. A few detached tentacles were missing, though the point was that the two advanced naval destroyers that had felled the beast were in horrible shape, with the<span style=""font-style: italic"">USS Thornton </span>receiving the worst of it. The ship was taking on water, a majority of its systems were down, and it had lost a third of its crew in the battle. ACs were dangerous, and Scott wondered if fate was sending him a glimpse of the events to come. But he shook the thoughts from his mind, and continued downward with Eva into the mess.<br/><br/>He would soon meet O'Connor, Parviz, and Indira, as he entered in behind Eva. They seemed alright, though he was a bit hesitant about the Persian gentleman. He had spent a good portion of his career in the Middle East, fighting people who looked just like him. However, he understood that the last thing he needed to do was discriminate his crewmembers, so he held out his right hand to the new crewmembers.<br/><br/>""Hey guys,"" he said, giving a smile. ""Name's Scott Depleur. I'm a diver."""
13459,Cruising Aboard the Hyena (What Lies Below; General IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323834&start=50,2014-12-21T10:56:00,Reverend Norv,"<blockquote><div><cite>Mincaldenteans <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323834&amp;p=22853803#p22853803"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Believe me captain, the last I want is to be an impediment. My job here is to observe; I don't need to question the crew in everything they do - in and out of danger - nor would I as most of the recording will do it for me. The crew's actions will speak for themselves. Granted, I may hold interviews where permissible and at times I might ask a crew member if they'd be willing to hold a recording device on their person to get their perspective, but I'm not one to insist on being everywhere. I'm here as a living witness to what goes on in these types of AC hunting. I may not be in the fray with the rest, but just being close by is enough to give the casual viewer the harsh realities of the waters as we know it; and I prefer the hard truth rather than the honey words that come off the press. <br/><br/>""I have no interest in defying your orders or that of your first officer, or anyone else for that matter. When it comes to me being at sea, you're the experts, I'll leave you to your duties. Being out of the way comes with the type of reporting that I do, and thus I don't see us having any foreseeable issues with my being around when permitted.""<br/><br/>""That said, I guess the only questions is: do I get to interview the Captain of the <span style=""font-style: italic"">Hyena</span> sometime in the future? The audience would sure like to know a little bit about the man that's leading this crew into the jaws of danger.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Caleb chuckled. ""Come see me again once we weigh anchor. It'll be a little while before we reach the area of operations for our first contract. I'm sure I'll have a few minutes for you once we're at sea."" The captain was amused to realize that he felt flattered.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Hell, it's more publicity than I ever got in thirty years of Coast Guard service.</span>Caleb took note of his reaction.<span style=""font-style: italic"">I have to make sure that this kind of attention doesn't go to my head, or to the head of anyone else on the crew.</span><br/><br/>The mess hall was mostly full now, with the crew members quietly chatting and introducing themselves. Caleb nodded to Collin, and strode to the front of the room. He turned and faced the crew, and rapped his knuckles a single time on one of the dining tables; the captain's gaze raked over the crowd, resting on each face in turn, until silence had fallen.<br/><br/>""My name is Caleb Stewart,"" the old seaman began. ""I'm your new skipper. I've spoken to a lot of you; in the days to come, I hope to get to know all of you better.""<br/><br/>""You all know what you signed on for here. Some of you know better than others. All of you - all of us, I should say, because this includes me - will learn from each other and from our experiences in the next few months. This is a new field of human endeavor. We are still figuring out how to do it. You and I are pioneers on the ocean's frontier.""<br/><br/>""This is dangerous work. I have lost a crew to it. So have some of you. There are no guarantees that any of us is coming home. Trust each other; work together. Above all, bring your 'A'-game twenty-four a day, seven days a week. Understand that the ocean does not make mistakes. The ocean does not suffer lapses in judgment. The ocean never slips up. If you slip up, then the ocean will kill you, and probably the rest of us too. On this ship, the margin for error does not exist. I expect your best, because only your best can keep us alive.""<br/><br/>""That said, we are about to be all alone in the ocean, with nothing but open water and hidden death for a thousand miles in every direction. That makes us family. Each other is all that we can rely on. I can't tell you to be friends. I can tell you that without trust, we're going to fall apart. I've read your files. I know all of you. I trust all of you. If you trust me, then you also trust each other. Remember that.""<br/><br/>Caleb paused, as if trying to remember what he had intended to say next. Then he shrugged his shoulders and grinned lopsidedly. ""I guess that's all. On to business."" The captain pulled a stack of manila folders from a nearby filing cabinet and began passing them around. ""This is our first contract. Central Polynesia; an tiny, ancient tribe thinks it's being hunted by a half-man, half-shark demon. There are apparently some witnesses, who say the creature attacks at night. UN wants us to take it out, dead or alive, before the tribe goes extinct. A scientific firm in Sydney is offering a hundred grand for the creature if we bring it in alive."" Caleb shrugged. ""That's pretty much all we know right now. We'll make more precise plans once we arrive and talk to the natives; that should give us more information.""<br/><br/>Caleb nodded to Parviz. ""Mister Muhammadi, Mister navigator, I want a course plotted for our AO by fifteen hundred, and I want us to weigh anchor by seventeen hundred."" The captain gazed around the room. ""All right, then. Any questions?"""
13460,Cruising Aboard the Hyena (What Lies Below; General IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323834&start=50,2014-12-21T11:55:00,Tiltjuice,"The Chinese man and the Brazilian woman had arrived nearly simultaneously, though the first had started from his quarters and the second reaching the port facilities in a taxi 20 minutes earlier. It had been a hectic ride from Miami International for her.<br/><br/>Gareth watched the captain handing out folders and describing their first quest. The Australians, it seemed, wanted a shark-man hybrid? He took one of the files, intent on flipping through it once the meeting broke up. While he waited, he examined the others in the room, taking particular note of those he thought might be his fellow divers, like the man with the long scar sitting alone. The woman dressed in bright, flowery clothing next to him, however, showed less hesitation and immediately opened the beige folder to start flipping through the papers, and he chanced a glance edgewise to gauge her reactions and try to size up her background. There would be plenty of time to get to know everyone, especially since they would be sailing to the other side of the world. He nearly rubbed his hands together in anticipation, and would have, if he weren't holding a folder and in a public place.<br/><br/>Constança continued reading, unmindful of the former SDU officer's casual scrutiny."
13461,Cruising Aboard the Hyena (What Lies Below; General IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323834&start=50,2014-12-21T17:23:00,Virenna,"<blockquote><div><cite>Reverend Norv <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323834&amp;p=22868034#p22868034"">wrote</a>:</cite>-snip-</div></blockquote><br/><br/>While the rest of the crew began to socialize and Collin went to talk with the Captain, Justinian absentmindedly observed, his arms crossed and his face stern. He found Captain Caleb likable already; Roseville could tell he was a man of wisdom and quiet dignity, and found himself already loyal and full of respect for his new superior, reinforced with Stewart's speech before them all. He hoped some of the more careless and foolish of the crew would heed the man's words-although Justinian himself was reluctant to call the assembled gang ""family"" already.<br/><br/>When the manila folders detailing the Hyena's first job were passed out, Justinian began to read the file briskly, his eyes scanning down the page almost mechanically."
13462,Cruising Aboard the Hyena (What Lies Below; General IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323834&start=50,2014-12-22T14:10:00,The Ben Boys,"A weathered face that has seen the caps of the Himalayas and the riverbeds of the Congo entered the room last, sitting down at the end of one of the mess tables. A grimace tugged down both sides of his face like all the earth rested on a string between his strong, bleached teeth. The never ending grimace continued as he picked up the manila folders and read through the report, scanning it for relevant pieces of information and separating the fluff.<br/><br/>To the briefer's credit there wasn't much fluff there, though that seemed more as a product of little information rather than a desire for efficiency. Some unheard of tribe in the middle of the Pacific Ocean claimed to be hunted by a half man half shark demon. That's most all they had to go on, though he reflected he's gone in on worse. A few years ago the grumbling veteran would’ve written off these reports as sensationalism. Now these ""aquatic cryptids"" were as real and dangerous as the opera of gunfire in war. For awhile that's all Isi Kashkarin understood, but the world has a habit of forcing you to learn new things. Money was one of those languages he learned, drawing him into the world of AC bounties.<br/><br/>He leaned forward, resting his elbow on the edge of the table and stroking his stubble. He looked over the rest of the crew critically, not moving his neck but only his eyes. He saw that most of the crew here were American or European with maybe an Asian or Latin here and there. Most were in their 20s or 30s, putting Kashkarin as one of the ""old guys"" in the room, though by no means the oldest. He was pleasantly surprised to see a diverse crew, mostly because it seemed by virtue of accident rather than political correctness. Which meant their employer was a practical man. Good.<br/><br/>He turned his steely black eyes back to the captain as he continued to brief them on the upcoming contract and the rest of the crew's comments."
13463,Cruising Aboard the Hyena (What Lies Below; General IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323834&start=50,2014-12-23T12:09:00,Chrysaor,"Indira was quite puzzled by the captain's minimal briefing. She grabbed a file, skimmed through the details and there it was, in fine print: man-eating shark demons. The doctor would have laughed if it wasn't so utterly ridiculous. But then again, the world was changing. 5 years ago, she would have punched anyone who told her that her next job would be bounty hunting sea monsters. Back then, she would also have punched the guy who belives in sea monsters. Now though no one can afford to be skeptical.<br/><br/>We all were at first. Then soon, the world found out that we knew not much at all about our own planet and many lives were lost because of doubt. Indira would treat this a chance to learn. She would not scoff at ""shark demons"" or whatever other monstrosities the sea threw at then, no matter how ludicrous. Still, the idea of actual sea demons was a hard one to swallow. Who even know what kind of injuries they might inflict? The doctor reviewed what she knew about treating bites, specifically shark bites in hope they might prove useful. Sadly, she did not knew much since the military don't actually fight sharks, despite what people might tell you. Indira sighed and made mental notes to look them up later.<br/><br/>(typed this on the phone so sorry for all the mistakes)"
13464,Cruising Aboard the Hyena (What Lies Below; General IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323834&start=50,2014-12-23T19:38:00,Tiltjuice,"<blockquote><div><cite>Chrysaor <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323834&amp;p=22893251#p22893251"">wrote</a>:</cite>... Indira sighed and made mental notes to look them up later.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""You seem rather disturbed, Doctor,"" commented Gareth, moving over and introducing himself. ""Tang Kai-seng; please call me Gareth. Not what you expected, this tour?""<br/><br/>He'd finished his scanning of the crowd in general, opting to start mingling and getting to know the others before the hands of the clock rolled around to 1700. Scott, O'Connor and Parviz were clustered around them as well, and he noted each, especially a faint smell of alcohol coming from one of them.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Reverend Norv <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323834&amp;p=22868034#p22868034"">wrote</a>:</cite>Caleb nodded to Parviz. ""Mister Muhammadi, Mister navigator, I want a course plotted for our AO by fifteen hundred, and I want us to weigh anchor by seventeen hundred."" The captain gazed around the room. ""All right, then. Any questions?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>On the doctor's other side, Constança looked about.<br/><br/>""Where can - sorry, I have one. Where can I find the ship's lab and the science officer?"" The Brazilian-tinged English came out in brass-ish tones, somewhat sonorously. It was an odd feature in her soprano voice."
13465,Cruising Aboard the Hyena (What Lies Below; General IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323834&start=50,2014-12-23T20:18:00,The Carlisle,"Parviz listened intently to the captain as he spoke, something trained in him for years. He could tell the man cared for they're safely dearly. He felt he could trust this man with his life, though that trust would be reciprocated by him. He was the one to pilot the ship after all, avoiding AC's was part of the job. Of course, he would reciprocate that with the entire crew. Even though there were bad crew members in the past, he would never do a poor job that could put any of their lives in danger, not out of risk in his career but out of a general obligation to make sure each one made it back home. Same one he followed before and after the AC's attacked.<br/><br/>He gave nod to the commander. ""Yes captain. We'll get to it immediately,"" he said. He walked up and grabbed the file on the shark-man to look over when plotting the course. He walked near the door, waiting for the navigator to catch up. When he caught up to him, he walked out the door, the navigator walking beside. He turned his head to the navigator, a grin on his face. ""Weird request, but can you help me carry a mattress up to the helm?"" he said with a slight chuckle."
13466,Cruising Aboard the Hyena (What Lies Below; General IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323834&start=50,2014-12-23T21:27:00,Brechalht,ignore
13467,Cruising Aboard the Hyena (What Lies Below; General IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323834&start=50,2014-12-23T22:02:00,Lavan Tiri,"<blockquote><div><cite>Brechalht <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323834&amp;p=22898910#p22898910"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Chrysaor <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323834&amp;p=22893251#p22893251"">wrote</a>:</cite>Indira was quite puzzled by the captain's minimal briefing. She grabbed a file, skimmed through the details and there it was, in fine print: man-eating shark demons. The doctor would have laughed if it wasn't so utterly ridiculous. But then again, the world was changing. <br/>Indira sighed and made mental notes to look them up later.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Taking a momentary break from the conversation, she looked over the doctors shoulder at the file. <br/><br/>Scanning the document, there wasn't much to see. Most would have laughed, especially the green members of the crew. But for Eva, the few words were very real. She didn't question any report, she never had. Rather, reports such as this questioned her. As a scientist, it flew in her face, in her peerless expertise. <br/>""Why?"" ""Is this possible?"" ""Find this in your textbooks."" <br/>All questions that could only be answered by ""I don't know.""<br/><br/>An answer she hated to give.<br/><br/>Reports such as this challenged her, defied her, punished her pride.<br/><br/>She smiled at the doctor.<br/><br/>""Looks like I have some research to do later.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>And then a voice behind her spoke.<br/><br/>Jason's voice, more appropriately. He'd gotten bored and came over to see these files, to see if his was a defective first edition or something similar.<br/><br/>Because shark-man-demons? Really?<br/><br/>""Research on what? Oh, and it's rather rude to look over someone's shoulder, ain't it, miss?"", he asked, a slight smile tugging at the corners of his mouth as he reached up brushed a strand of his messy hair out of his useless right eye."
13468,Cruising Aboard the Hyena (What Lies Below; General IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323834&start=50,2014-12-23T23:12:00,Chrysaor,"<blockquote><div><cite>Tiltjuice <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323834&amp;p=22897834#p22897834"">wrote</a>:</cite>""You seem rather disturbed, Doctor,"" commented Gareth, moving over and introducing himself. ""Tang Kai-seng; please call me Gareth. Not what you expected, this tour?"" </div></blockquote><br/>Indira turned around to face the new crew member, he was a cheerful looking East Asian man and he looked tough. She racked her brain trying fit his face with a job and within seconds she got it. ""Nice to meet you Gareth. I believe you are one of our diver, that means you'll be seeing a lot of me I'm afraid"" the woman joked.<br/><br/>""And disturbed would be a word for it"" the doctor frowned. ""I expected<span style=""font-style: italic"">something </span>but this...is rather bizarre. Never thought I'd say this but I would rather face a giant squid, at least we know about that one.""<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Brechalht <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323834&amp;p=22898910#p22898910"">wrote</a>:</cite>She smiled at the doctor.<br/><br/>""Looks like I have some research to do later.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Tell me about it"" Indira smiled sympathetically. ""If you find something that might help please inform me. I'd want to know if they breathe fire or something."" It was just a joke but now the doctor was worried that they actually do breathe fire. Maybe there are some aloe vera lying around somewhere around on the ship, she would need to take a full stock of medical supplies ASAP.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Lavan Tiri <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323834&amp;p=22899247#p22899247"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Brechalht <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323834&amp;p=22898910#p22898910"">wrote</a>:</cite>And then a voice behind her spoke.<br/><br/>""Research on what? Oh, and it's rather rude to look over someone's shoulder, ain't it, miss?"", he asked, a slight smile tugging at the corners of his mouth as he reached up brushed a strand of his messy hair out of his useless right eye.</div></blockquote></div></blockquote><br/>She raised an eyebrow at this intruding stranger. His hair looked ridiculous and he definitely sounded like a smart-ass. Indira couldn't let someone like that running around on board undermining her or the other woman. The doctor replied with a smile: ""Now, don't be a tit dear. If she was bothering me I would have told her. And as to what kind of research we're doing, I'm sure you wouldn't understand even if we told you"""
13469,Cruising Aboard the Hyena (What Lies Below; General IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323834&start=50,2014-12-24T01:15:00,The Ben Boys,"<blockquote><div><cite>Chrysaor <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323834&amp;p=22899799#p22899799"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Now, don't be a tit dear. If she was bothering me I would have told her. And as to what kind of research we're doing, I'm sure you wouldn't understand even if we told you.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Kashkarin couldn't help but snicker at the British Indian's comment as he walked out of the mess. It seemed as if he was the only India born and bred on the ship. Not that it bothered him much, he didn't plan to have a relationship with any of these people beyond the minimum requirements of professionalism.<br/><br/>He was more interested in his helicopter. That bird was going to be his home and whomever was the pilot his spouse: the engines were the thrum of his veins, the deck his livelihood or coffin, the bay his domain, and he intended to become as intimately familiar with them as he could.<br/><br/>And this pilot—Daniel O'Kennedy—a Scotsman. He had yet to meet the man, and didn't know whom he was in the mess hall. Kashkarin gave a small wry smile. At least he wasn't an Irishman, they drink too much. And Kashkarin hates drinkers almost as much as he hates vice-fueled pilots.<br/><br/>He approached the deck and stopped, staring at the red beast on the helipad. Kashkarin had done his homework, researching every detail of the HH-65, it's advantages, drawbacks, similarities to other designs, etc. Whereas a pilot controlled the helicopter, a crew chief<span style=""font-style: italic"">felt</span>it. The connection with the craft was what Kashkarin lived for and the reason he was still living."
13470,Cruising Aboard the Hyena (What Lies Below; General IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323834&start=50,2014-12-24T09:45:00,Lavan Tiri,"Jason leaned away from the woman slightly, trying to decipher what that meant.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Did she just call me a tit? </span><br/><br/>Deciding to at least pretend to be polite- unlike the woman had- Jason dipped his head slightly, grinning.<br/><br/>""Now when did I say she was bothering you? I simply said it was rude to read over someone's shoulder. And by the way,"" he said, his smartarse-ness coming back, ""I'm fairly certain I'm not a female breast. But that might just be your weird British slang, in which case I've gotta ask ya to speak American, so this poor Texas boy can understand your babble.""<br/><br/>Offensive? Most certainly.<br/><br/>Did Jason care? Not a whit.<br/><br/>""Oh, and by the way, ma'am, I'm Jason. Jason DeLancey, diver, former Navy."""
13471,Cruising Aboard the Hyena (What Lies Below; General IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323834&start=50,2014-12-24T11:01:00,Cylarn,"Once everyone received their copy of the bounty report, Scott began to scan over the data, figures, reports, and other information gathered by the UN and the Shark Attack Database. 10 people had perished so far: 7 children and 3 adults, all with similar bite and claw marks. A few of the corpses had been removed from Tikat for autopsy, much to the chagrin of the Tikati natives, who wished to lay their dead to rest as soon as possible. Although they had been exposed to modern influences for years, their traditional culture fought well against the pervasive imperialistic cultures of both the East and West, and funerals were no different.<br/><br/>When a native dies, it is traditional for the Tikati to burn the corpse and then divide the deceased's ashes between the sea and the soil, in order to return the person's remains to nature. Autopsies were a foreign concept to the Tikati, and were as such viewed as a heinous form of desecration. Strife was building over not only the attacks, but also over the foreign ignorance towards their customs. The UN countered the Tikati argument with a desire to identify the AC responsible for the attacks, so that the threat could be eliminated, in the best interests of the Tikati people.<br/><br/>The autopsy reports suggested that the victims suffered from both bite marks and what appeared to be claw marks, all delivered with massive force. It was found that the bite marks were delivered from a shark, though the bite marks didn't match up with those of any species native to the area. Coroner's hypothesis of the bite marks being post-mortem were quickly shot down as the report continued, and DNA found in the remains was foreign to any aquatic predator in the area. The cause of death was ruled as an AC attack, though the AC responsible was unknown.<br/><br/>Scott continued through the report, and formulated a question. The report said nothing about any sort of naval presence, which was odd considering the endangered nature of the tribe. The UN often requested that capable navies in the area of a tribe endangered by ACs provide protection, though it seemed that the UN had not made such a request. The diver looked over towards the Captain, and raised his hand<br/><br/>""Sir, it seems odd that there is a lack of any naval presence around Tikat,"" he said. ""When my last crew operated around natives, there was always a foreign naval vessel patrolling the area. This tribe has 200 people, and 10 have already been killed in less than a month's time."""
13472,Cruising Aboard the Hyena (What Lies Below; General IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323834&start=50,2014-12-24T12:53:00,Brechalht,ignore
13473,Cruising Aboard the Hyena (What Lies Below; General IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323834&start=50,2014-12-24T22:32:00,Chrysaor,"<blockquote><div><cite>Brechalht <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323834&amp;p=22904520#p22904520"">wrote</a>:</cite>Eva turned around with a grin.<br/>""I'll translate for you, my American friend. <br/>She wasn't happy with your attitude. But I'll forgive the attude from the Texan here, Doctor. <br/>And let's not kill him with scientific speak either, his larger than life personality came from te Texan soil, I am sure.""<br/><br/>She gave a smile to Indira and put out her hand to the man.<br/>""Eva Fox, good to meet you, Jason.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Indira smiled back at the scientist ""You're way too accommodating Eva.""<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Lavan Tiri <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323834&amp;p=22902661#p22902661"">wrote</a>:</cite>Jason leaned away from the woman slightly, trying to decipher what that meant. <br/><br/>""Now when did I say she was bothering you? I simply said it was rude to read over someone's shoulder. And by the way,"" he said, his smartarse-ness coming back, ""I'm fairly certain I'm not a female breast. But that might just be your weird British slang, in which case I've gotta ask ya to speak American, so this poor Texas boy can understand your babble.""<br/><br/>""Oh, and by the way, ma'am, I'm Jason. Jason DeLancey, diver, former Navy.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""And you. Since you're so eager to learn, a tit is an idiot my dear"" her smile was still in place. ""I'm Doctor Dayal, Indira Dayal"". The doctor was a bit disappointed to be honest, she expected a bit more vitriol from the younger man. Indira had found sarcastic snark-offs to be highly entertaining. There are precious few sources of entertainment when you're at sea, especially on high-risk operations such as this one, so you need to keep yourself positive in whatever way you can."
13474,Cruising Aboard the Hyena (What Lies Below; General IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323834&start=50,2014-12-25T18:34:00,Tiltjuice,"""Courtesy is important, Doctor,"" Gareth pointed out in response to her comment about Eva being too accommodating. A slight grin spread from ear to ear. ""I find nothing wrong with British English, brother diver.""<br/><br/>He rubbed the paper clip on his folder between his fingers. ""A giant squid would be more likely to kill us in general - and send Jason, Scott and myself to visit you often. A half-shark demon...I'm curious to meet it. I may have to apologize to it for eating so much shark fin soup as a child. Speaking of which, Scott - where exactly is Tikat? Geography is not my strong subject, and it would help to know which navies are the closest."""
13475,Cruising Aboard the Hyena (What Lies Below; General IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323834&start=50,2014-12-26T09:02:00,Reverend Norv,"<blockquote><div><cite>Cylarn <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323834&amp;p=22903380#p22903380"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Sir, it seems odd that there is a lack of any naval presence around Tikat. When my last crew operated around natives, there was always a foreign naval vessel patrolling the area. This tribe has 200 people, and 10 have already been killed in less than a month's time.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Caleb nodded. ""Mister Dupleur. Good question."" The captain shrugged his shoulders ruefully. ""Unfortunately, I don't have an answer for you."" Caleb paused, choosing his words carefully; he didn't want to sound condescending. ""As I'm sure you all know, the ocean is a big place."" Intellectually, everyone knew that, but most military personnel - even Navy SEALs - didn't spend more than a month or two at sea at any given time. The sheer vastness of the sea could easily escape them, turning into a conceptual rather than a visceral reality. Caleb had grown up on small fishing boats in the North Atlantic; he understood quite clearly how the ocean's enormity could dwarf even the largest fleet.<br/><br/>""The ocean is a big place,"" the captain repeated, ""and these are small islands, with few people, way out in the middle of the Pacific. U.S. Navy is stretched thin trying to secure Hawaii, Guam, and Samoa. The Australians are struggling just to control Sydney and Melbourne Harbors. South Korea and Japan have bigger problems than ACs when it comes to naval affairs. And not even the UN is stupid enough to ignite an international incident by inviting the Chinese Navy into the central Pacific."" Caleb shook his head. ""I don't know for sure why there's not a naval vessel operating in the area, but if I had to take a guess, I'd say that there's too much ocean on this planet for national navies to respond to every AC attack. Which is a good thing for us, anyway."" Caleb gave a crooked grin. ""It's why we have a job.""<br/><br/>The captain turned back to the mess hall, which was beginning to empty as people left to see to their tasks.<span style=""font-style: italic"">That's a good sign</span>, Caleb thought,<span style=""font-style: italic"">a sign of professional pride.</span>The captain felt a moment's reassurance; his gaze moved between the faces of those crew members who remained, and he asked: ""Any further questions?"""
13476,Cruising Aboard the Hyena (What Lies Below; General IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323834&start=50,2014-12-26T20:58:00,Rudaslavia,"Marie was not hesitant when it came to business. She approached the captain with utter confidence and did not stray from respectful confrontation. ""We are operating,"" she began with a stern scowl, dropping the contract document onto the table before Caleb. ""Almost exclusively on information pulled from native legend. This is the first mission we're investing our time, effort, and pay into? What's the size of this creature? What's stopping the natives from bringing it down themselves? There's a missing piece of the puzzle. Granted, there's always a missing piece in the puzzle when it comes to AC's, but this particular piece seems to lie with the humans and not the monster.""<br/><br/>One lesson that Lachance learned from the tragic fate of her father was that obsessive caution was a priority. Especially when it came to ""legendary"" beasts such as Nessie and this so-called man-shark, it was important not to let thoughts of fantasy cloud the mind. Marie had to admit it: she was nervous about this one."
13477,Cruising Aboard the Hyena (What Lies Below; General IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323834&start=50,2014-12-27T08:39:00,Reverend Norv,"<blockquote><div><cite>Rudaslavia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323834&amp;p=22925309#p22925309"">wrote</a>:</cite>""We are operating almost exclusively on information pulled from native legend. This is the first mission we're investing our time, effort, and pay into? What's the size of this creature? What's stopping the natives from bringing it down themselves? There's a missing piece of the puzzle. Granted, there's always a missing piece in the puzzle when it comes to AC's, but this particular piece seems to lie with the humans and not the monster.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Caleb Stewart's green eyes, half-hidden behind heavy brows, considered Marie Lachance for a long moment.<span style=""font-style: italic"">That wasn't a question</span>, he thought.<span style=""font-style: italic"">That was a challenge. The point wasn't to demand information. It was to cast doubt upon my judgment.</span>Caleb felt a slow swell of anger in his gut.<span style=""font-style: italic"">This is the sort of thing that will get us all killed if it happens in a combat situation.</span><br/><br/>The captain's eyes didn't stray from Marie's face; he suddenly noticed the tension around the mouth, in the base of the jaw, in the corners of the eyes.<span style=""font-style: italic"">She's scared</span>, he realized.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Something about this contract has her well and truly spooked.</span>That didn't make the outburst more forgivable, but it did make it understandable, and Caleb silently let out a breath and felt his anger subside.<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Legends</span>,"" the captain said finally, ""don't kill ten people in a few months. This is the first mission we're taking because something is hunting those people, and if they could have brought it down themselves, then they damn well would have done so before it killed three of their children."" Caleb caught himself as his voice began to rise, and took a deep breath, and when he spoke again his tone was even. ""No. The Tikati are helpless to stop this thing, whatever it is. And if someone doesn't help them, then they might all be dead inside of a year. That's why this op has to happen now.""<br/><br/>The captain held up a hand. ""Now, do we know enough about the target? No. Do we know how much of the information in local myths about this creature is reliable? No. Do we know how big it is? No, though the autopsy information should be at least a little help with that. But we'll find out. I'm going to be calling everyone I know at the U.N., and once we arrive at Tikat, our first order of business will be to find out everything we can from the locals as well."" Caleb shook his head. ""When we go after that thing, we still may not know much about it, but we<span style=""font-style: italic"">will</span>know more than anyone else on the planet. And in this business, that's the best you can hope for.""<br/><br/>Caleb gave Marie a single warning glance that clearly said:<span style=""font-style: italic"">If you want to continue this conversation, it needs to be in private.</span>Then he turned back to the rest of the crew. ""Now,"" the captain repeated, ""are there any other questions?"
13478,Cruising Aboard the Hyena (What Lies Below; General IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323834&start=50,2014-12-27T09:40:00,Chrysaor,"<blockquote><div><cite>Tiltjuice <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323834&amp;p=22915335#p22915335"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Courtesy is important, Doctor,"" Gareth pointed out in response to her comment about Eva being too accommodating. A slight grin spread from ear to ear. ""I find nothing wrong with British English, brother diver.""<br/><br/>He rubbed the paper clip on his folder between his fingers. ""A giant squid would be more likely to kill us in general - and send Jason, Scott and myself to visit you often. A half-shark demon...I'm curious to meet it. I may have to apologize to it for eating so much shark fin soup as a child. Speaking of which, Scott - where exactly is Tikat? Geography is not my strong subject, and it would help to know which navies are the closest.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Since you're being so nice, I'll remember to be nice right back at you dear"" the woman shrugged though she made an effort to sound sincere this time. Normally, Indira would be slightly peeved by now but the doctor knew this crew would need time to get used to her sarcasm. Nonetheless her hands returned to her pockets, it was a defensive position.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Reverend Norv <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323834&amp;p=22929198#p22929198"">wrote</a>:</cite>Caleb gave Marie a single warning glance that clearly said: <span style=""font-style: italic"">If you want to continue this conversation, it needs to be in private.</span> Then he turned back to the rest of the crew. ""Now,"" the captain repeated, ""are there any other questions?</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Indira raised her hands ""So desecration and all that but can we get our hands on the bodies or at least get good photos of them? Though I'm sure I can't tell you anything more about the ACs, looking at the injuries should help me prevent similar wounds in the future."" She jerked her head towards Eva ""She can look at it too."" Then the doctor turned back at the captain ""Finally do we have contacts at Tikat? I imagine it would be quite a hindrance if these villagers don't speak English."""
13479,Cruising Aboard the Hyena (What Lies Below; General IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323834&start=50,2014-12-27T11:34:00,Rudaslavia,"Marie, slightly pulling her lip in a wolf-like manner, granted the captain a scarcely noticeable nod. Her thoughts for fear had been drowned with a rush of anger and pride, for she was not used to being spoken down upon. ""Very well."" she muttered. ""Speak with me in the control room."" She turned her back on Caleb and headed towards the mess hall's exit. ""You sound exactly like Pierre..."" she murmured to herself, though there was no doubt the captain could hear her clearly.<br/><br/>She would wait in the steering chambers for the captain's arrival. Hopefully, he would listen to her reason."
13480,Cruising Aboard the Hyena (What Lies Below; General IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323834&start=50,2014-12-27T19:32:00,Tiltjuice,"""No, Sir,"" Gareth said to Caleb, eyes straight and tone level. The sudden departure of the second IC raised a point of concern with him, but he kept it to himself. The captain would probably handle things, and after all, he himself was new aboard ship. What wasn't new was the ultimate purpose of the hunt. Caleb was right; these villagers needed help."
13481,Cruising Aboard the Hyena (What Lies Below; General IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323834&start=50,2014-12-27T20:35:00,Lavan Tiri,"""Oh, thank you, Eva. Nice to meet you."", Jason said, taking her and and shaking it vigorously. He was smiling despite himseld, enjoying the company of these new people, these people who might save his life in the future.<br/><br/>""And as for<span style=""font-style: italic"">you</span>,"" Jason spat in mock anger, rounding on Indira, finger raised and pointing at her chest, "" maybe you could use proper British English, since everyone knows Brits are impeccably polite. I think."" He kept his countenance angry for as long as possible before dropping the act and laughing. ""Nice to meet you, Sunshine. And as for idiots, I'm not sure about that. Maybe close to one, though.""<br/><br/><br/>Jason nodded in agreement with Gareth. ""Giant squids are nasty. Look here,"" he said, pulling up his left shirtsleeve to show a small, round scar. "", that's just a baby one. Or was it an octopus that I stepped on while at the beach? Either way,"" the white-haired diver continued, smiling,"" these sons of bitches are nasty.""<br/><br/>Jason then thumbed through the folder a bit, absorbing tye information as fast as he could. But there was a question that sprang to mind. The diver's hand shot up for a moment before he said ""Captain, I have a question."" And without allowing Caleb a moment to reply, Jason continued, ""what's the procedure for catching this manky bastard gonn' be? Tranquilizers, nets, traps, what?"""
13482,Cruising Aboard the Hyena (What Lies Below; General IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323834&start=50,2014-12-28T10:34:00,Reverend Norv,"<blockquote><div><cite>Chrysaor <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323834&amp;p=22929509#p22929509"">wrote</a>:</cite>""So desecration and all that but can we get our hands on the bodies or at least get good photos of them? Though I'm sure I can't tell you anything more about the ACs, looking at the injuries should help me prevent similar wounds in the future."" She jerked her head towards Eva ""She can look at it too."" Then the doctor turned back at the captain ""Finally do we have contacts at Tikat? I imagine it would be quite a hindrance if these villagers don't speak English.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Caleb nodded briefly. ""I'll have photos for you by the end of the day; the bodies themselves, unfortunately, are probably in Guam or Australia. But I can get you the U.N. medical examiner's report; you'll know everything that they do. And if you and Doctor Fox want to confer together about that information, then I don't see a problem with it; a fresh set of eyes are almost never a bad thing."" The captain smiled slightly. ""Just let me know what you find out.""<br/><br/>""As for contacts at Tikat: no, we don't have them."" Caleb shook his head. ""I will ask the U.N. to let the locals know that we're coming, but I'm not sure how much good it will do. What I do know is that the Tikati have a military tradition of service in armies overseas, primarily Australia and the U.S.A., so a fair number of them should speak fluent English. I don't foresee communication difficulties."" The captain gave his crew a significant and cautionary look. ""If we have problems with the natives,"" he predicted, ""it will be due to an avoidable lack of sensitivity on our part, not due to a mutual inability to communicate."" Caleb squared his shoulders. ""Next question?""<br/><br/>""No, sir,"" Gareth replied.<br/><br/>Caleb nodded to the Chinese diver, but before he could say anything in response, Marie leaned in and muttered: ""Very well. Speak with me in the control room."" She stormed out of the mess hall, growling under her breath: ""You sound exactly like Pierre.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">So that's what's going on</span>, Caleb realized.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Trauma. Trauma from her father's death. And she's been running scared as a result her whole life long.</span>That explained a great deal. Caleb Stewart had known many, many men and women who struggled with traumas buried deep in their pasts. He sometimes wondered why he himself was not among them.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Probably because when I looked out at the ocean as a child, I knew that it would someday kill me, and most likely everyone I loved too. I accepted that; I didn't fear it when it almost came true. I've had a good long run of spitting in the ocean's eye, and I never asked for more than that.</span><br/><br/>Then Jason spoke:<blockquote><div><cite>Lavan Tiri <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323834&amp;p=22934913#p22934913"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Captain, I have a question. What's the procedure for catching this manky bastard gonn' be? Tranquilizers, nets, traps, what?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Caleb just looked at the young diver for a moment. Jason was...flamboyant. Caleb wasn't completely comfortable with that: it made the young man hard to read, hard to understand. But on the other hand, Jason was also a damn fine swimmer, and he seemed to have the trust of Scott Dupleur. When it came to the dive chief's fellow divers, Caleb was prepared to trust the ex-SEAL's judgment.<br/><br/>""We can't be sure of that just yet,"" Caleb replied finally. ""We need to know more about it: how large it is, how fast it moves, something about its biochemistry. I'm confident that Doctors Fox and Dayal will be able to help us with that. So will our research on the ground, once we arrive at the island. Using that additional information, we'll be able to come up with a plan that reflects our capabilities and the level of danger posed by the target. But we can't make a specific plan yet, not without specific information on the target.""<br/><br/>Caleb straightened and stepped away from the wall; he glanced at his watch, and then nodded to himself. ""That's all we have time for right now, folks. We need to weigh anchor presently, if we are going to stay on schedule. There's a long voyage ahead. If any of you have additional questions or concerns, you can raise them with me at any time. My cabin door is always open."" The captain rapped his knuckles on one of the mess hall tables. ""Dismissed.""<br/><br/><div align=""center"">* * *</div><br/><br/>About five minutes after the end of the briefing, Caleb Stewart arrived at the control room to meet his executive officer. The captain had used the walk from the mess hall to come to a decision: he wasn't going to try to reprimand Marie, or to negotiate a better working relationship. Caleb's gut told him that the eagle on his jacket collar meant nothing to his XO; Marie's respect had to be earned, not demanded. The first step in that process was listening to what she had to say, not shouting at her for having questioned him in front of the crew.<br/><br/>The tall officer ducked into the steering chambers. ""All right, XO,"" Caleb announced calmly. ""I'm here. I understand your concerns, and although I can't do as much as I'd like to address them, I'm certainly prepared to listen to any ideas you may have about the contract. What's on your mind, Lachance?"""
13483,Cruising Aboard the Hyena (What Lies Below; General IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323834&start=75,2014-12-28T11:19:00,Cylarn,"It seemed that the XO wasn't too confident in the bounty, leading Scott to believe that she didn't fully understand bounty-fishing. It wasn't a job in which you sat around on a boat, drank beer, and caught grouper all day; your catch is more than likely able to easily destroy your ship, you learn mainly from experience, and death was an accepted reality in the line of work. Captain Stewart quickly put her in her place though, by reminding her of what bounty-fishing was truly all about. He would have to watch out for Lachance, as her cold demeanor and visible hesitance towards the bounty could potentially serve as a serious liability.<br/><br/>His attention next turned to Jason, who he regarded as a bit strange. He didn't have a say in what people were attached to his dive team, though he was given dossiers on each member of his team. Jason had done a stint in the Navy, and in addition to prior diving work with a bounty-crew, he was a capable swimmer who had attended US Olympic Trials in several events. Scott had once gone to Olympic Trials in the 1500-Meter Freestyle, though he only placed in the bottom-rung of the Top-20. Although Jason had a decent work background, his personality and his eye injury presented obstacles, in addition to the fact that he wasn't rated highly with a gun.<br/><br/>Gareth, on the other hand, was the type of person that Scott would have picked for the diving team. He had been with the Hong Kong SDU, which had trained with the SAS. He was a trained operator, skilled in both diving and underwater combat, and he possessed the resolve and capacity to fathom such a dangerous line of work.<br/><br/>However, Scott remembered that his own preferences for who was on his unit no longer mattered. He had his team, and it was all he had to work with. Hopefully, he'd be able to at least train the team prior to their arrival at Tikat, as the bounty would possibly require the use of divers to directly engage the creature. He'd have to speak to Captain Stewart later about the possibility of running training periods for the crew, so that their abilities did not drop.<br/><br/>With the end of the meeting, it was time to get to work. Scott and his team needed to assemble their dive kits and familiarize themselves with their gear. The equipment aboard the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Hyena</span>was magnitudes better than what he had used while aboard the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Kingfisher</span>, and the extra diving ordnance made him feel safer. Instead of spear guns and boom sticks, they now had Russian-made APS underwater rifles and pneumatic harpoon rifles to utilize. They also were issued with chainmail jackets, tailored to the measurements of each member of the diving team in order to ease the burden of their usage. Instead of solely being equipped the standard air tanks, they now had the option of utilizing rebreathers and nitrox systems. They had a myriad of other equipment, from pressurized diving suits to diving vehicle systems.<br/><br/>""Divers, head down to the Storage Room,"" he said, standing up and raising his voice in order to get his team's attention. ""We'll assess the diving gear in 5 minutes, and we'll probably start out by picking out and assembling our breathing systems."""
13484,Cruising Aboard the Hyena (What Lies Below; General IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323834&start=75,2014-12-28T11:23:00,Chrysaor,"<blockquote><div><cite>Lavan Tiri <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323834&amp;p=22934913#p22934913"">wrote</a>:</cite>""And as for <span style=""font-style: italic"">you</span>,"" Jason spat in mock anger, rounding on Indira, finger raised and pointing at her chest, "" maybe you could use proper British English, since everyone knows Brits are impeccably polite. I think."" He kept his countenance angry for as long as possible before dropping the act and laughing. ""Nice to meet you, Sunshine. And as for idiots, I'm not sure about that. Maybe close to one, though.""<br/><br/>Jason nodded in agreement with Gareth. ""Giant squids are nasty. Look here,"" he said, pulling up his left shirtsleeve to show a small, round scar. "", that's just a baby one. Or was it an octopus that I stepped on while at the beach? Either way,"" the white-haired diver continued, smiling,"" these sons of bitches are nasty.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Now I'm sure you've never met a British person before."" The doctor had to laugh out loud at his comment. She crossed her arms and looked at him patronizingly ""I'm one of the nicer ones, dear.""<br/><br/>She was not, but she wasn't one of the ruder ones either. Then again everything these American boys knew about England were probably through period dramas and Jane Austen.<span style=""font-style: italic"">They must think we all speak like the Queen </span>Indira mused. Once upon a time she probably did. Her parents were plenty rich so she was technically posh, her accent still indeed sound somewhat posh-ish. But military life changes you, as any one person on this crew could tell. Well, anyway she shook Jason's hand ""Nice to meet you too, Peacock.""<br/><br/>The doctor had to admit she was the ignorant one in the next case though. ""Maybe giant squid are scarier. I only ever met an AC once and I was too busy trying not to die that time to check if it was a squid.""<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Reverend Norv <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323834&amp;p=22939479#p22939479"">wrote</a>:</cite>Caleb nodded briefly. ""I'll have photos for you by the end of the day; the bodies themselves, unfortunately, are probably in Guam or Australia. But I can get you the U.N. medical examiner's report; you'll know everything that they do. And if you and Doctor Fox want to confer together about that information, then I don't see a problem with it; a fresh set of eyes are almost never a bad thing."" The captain smiled slightly. ""Just let me know what you find out.""<br/><br/>""As for contacts at Tikat: no, we don't have them."" Caleb shook his head. ""I will ask the U.N. to let the locals know that we're coming, but I'm not sure how much good it will do. What I do know is that the Tikati have a military tradition of service in armies overseas, primarily Australia and the U.S.A., so a fair number of them should speak fluent English. I don't foresee communication difficulties."" The captain gave his crew a significant and cautionary look. ""If we have problems with the natives,"" he predicted, ""it will be due to an avoidable lack of sensitivity on our part, not due to a mutual inability to communicate."" Caleb squared his shoulders. ""Next question?"" </div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Aye captain."" She expected as much, photos and examiner's report should prove sufficient for now. Her hunch told her that there would be more bodies for them to look at when they get there. The doctor was a bit more concerned about not having contacts on the island though, but that's another problem for another day.<br/><br/>She turned to the other doctor, ""That sounds good to you? Before we dissect the photos of shark demon victims I'd love to see the lab first so how about a tour."" They had been idling around for a while now and though Indira would love to talk some more, the doctor inside was hoping to do some real work. She wasn't paid to chat after all."
13485,Cruising Aboard the Hyena (What Lies Below; General IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323834&start=75,2014-12-28T13:47:00,Brechalht,ignore
13486,Cruising Aboard the Hyena (What Lies Below; General IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323834&start=75,2014-12-28T14:33:00,Rudaslavia,"""You're treating these creatures as if they're just animals!"" Marie exclaimed towards the captain in her anger. Titles and badges -- both of which Caleb had in considerably large quantities -- did not intimidate the XO. ""They're far from it. I've seen them. And so have you. But I...I've seen what they are. When the Loch Ness 'monster' assaulted our ship, she looked<span style=""font-style: italic"">directly</span>into my eyes. There was life, Captain. There was<span style=""font-style: italic"">soul</span>. They're smarter than we give them credit for, and you and I both know it. And this...this<span style=""font-style: italic"">being</span>we're about to hunt is reported to be half man. It could be<span style=""font-style: italic"">sapient</span>. It could use tools and turn our own tactics against us. That. Is. Dangerous.""<br/><br/>She placed her hands on the table. ""This isn't a common bounty, because this isn't a common AC. This thing is humanlike. The natives can't give us shit for information aside from its general size and whereabouts. Anything else is unreliable. Their views on the monster revolve around religion. It's like when the old-day priests accused schizophrenic patients of demonic possession. It's hokey. We need facts."" Marie leaned forward. ""I say we track it and observe before we make our move. Give it live bait and watch how it reacts -- watch for its strengths and weaknesses. Then, we test its comprehension of technology -- give it access to small tools and watch how it uses them. It may take several days...but it's worth the time. If we observe it first and analyze every single action it takes, we'll know more about him than he knows about himself when we finally go in for the kill."""
13487,Cruising Aboard the Hyena (What Lies Below; General IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323834&start=75,2014-12-28T17:25:00,Tiltjuice,"Although unvoiced, Gareth's opinion of the 2IC didn't differ at all from Scott's. Differences of opinion were risky when on the job, whether that was breaching or bounty-fishing. He'd stepped aside for the captain and the first officer, but that was courtesy, and his gaze followed the Canadian-American woman out the door. Having a higher-up with her attitude was...quite a concern. Jason was flamboyant, but the former policeman decided to wait and see in his case. A life-or-death situation might bring out changes in him just as with Gareth himself.<br/><br/>Scott's movement drew back his attention and he nodded. ""Yes sir,"" he acknowledged, and made his way to the storage room."
13488,Cruising Aboard the Hyena (What Lies Below; General IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323834&start=75,2014-12-28T19:23:00,Reverend Norv,"Caleb studied Marie, poker-faced.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Well, she's worse than I thought</span>, the captain reflected.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Respect for the dangers that these creatures pose - that's one thing. But baiting it? Giving it access to simple tools? This plan is paranoia. Even if it were possible - which it's not - it would be a job for scientists, not fishermen.</span><br/><br/>The captain bit the inside of his cheek.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Something happened to this woman out on Loch Ness. She saw something, or thought she saw something, and she's been struggling to make sense of it ever since.</span>That was understandable, and the old seafarer felt a moment of pity.<span style=""font-style: italic"">But I can't make command decisions based on what Marie thinks she saw in the eyes of a creature six thousand miles away.</span><br/><br/>""All right,"" Caleb finally said quietly. ""You make some good points, Lachance. I agree with you: we have no way of knowing how intelligent this target is. And I agree that we'll have to take any information based on local legends with a grain of salt - although folklore often contains a kernel of truth. If we find a way to test the target's mental and physical capacities in a controlled environment, then that would of course be ideal, and I'll entertain any ideas you may have on how to manage that.""<br/><br/>Caleb took a deep breath. ""But I have to level with you here: I don't think that's going to be possible. If we're close enough to observe this thing, then we're close enough to be its next meal. The kind of scientific observation that you are suggesting requires a controlled environment, and if our target were in a controlled environment, then our services would not be required.""<br/><br/>The captain shook his head. ""But the target's not in a controlled environment. Instead, it's hiding in the largest body of water on the planet. Just finding, or luring it, will be tricky. And when we manage to locate it, I can't send divers into harm's way for days on end just to observe the damn thing. One of them - probably more - would get eaten, and for what?"" Caleb shook his head a second time, more firmly. ""In an uncontrolled environment, long-term observation of a man-eating predator is a death sentence, and I won't do that to my men.""<br/><br/>The older man held up a hand. ""So: I understand your concerns. I understand why you want all the information we can acquire. But if you want me to authorize any kind of observation of this thing, then you have to find a way to make exposing my men to the target for days on end less dangerous than going for the kill as soon as possible. If you can do that, then we'll talk again when we reach Tikat."" Caleb raised his eyebrows. ""Is there anything else, first officer?"""
13489,Cruising Aboard the Hyena (What Lies Below; General IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323834&start=75,2014-12-29T13:08:00,Clavkova,"O'Connor palmed quickly through the report. He didnt give much detail to it, it was unlikely this shark man would be working in engineering with him, but still, it was nice to know what was out there. Half man half shark, a different kind of AC. O'Connor had become accustomed to the AC's, big squids mainly, but this evolved shark worried him slightly. What if there were more? Or different breeds? Still, bullets usually solve these problems.<br/><br/><br/>O'Connor began walking down the hall towards engineering. Seemed like he was flying solo in there. He noticed the two doctors as he walked past their open lab door, quickly turning it his head.<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Half man half shark. That creature must have one very brave dad.</span>"" He joked through the door, hinting at the possibility that a man mated with a shark. Very unlikely, but it made him chuckle.<br/><br/>He carried on walked down towards engineering. He pondered slightly, perhaps he should arm himself. The XO seemed to have taken a disliking to the captain. Not a good start. They would need to work together on this, as they were both leading this team. So far, Lachance's outbursts had put an uneasy mood in the ship, especially as this was the woman leading them, besides the cpatain.<br/><br/><br/>O'Connor didnt care that much though, it was now his mission to make Lachance laugh, just once. To melt the heart of the ice queen. Maybe she just needed to let her hair down."
13490,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841,2014-12-16T02:03:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"NEW NAME: GODMOD ZOO - Come and see all sorts of Godmod!<br/>CLOSED. PERMANENTLY. DEAD. DYING. FALLEN OVER. POISONED. HAD A HEART ATTACK. DROWNED. GOT INCINERATED. WAS SQUASHED. IN SHORT, THE ROLEPLAY IS NOW DEAD.<br/>OOC Thread:<a class=""postlink-local"" href=""https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323840"">viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323840</a><br/>MAP:<a class=""postlink"" href=""https://www.nationstates.net/nation=dutchland-uk-prussia/detail=factbook/id=342284"" rel=""nofollow"">https://www.nationstates.net/nation=dut ... /id=342284</a><br/>It is the 12th October 1945. India has just declared independence and joined the Soviet Union. However, some say a Third World War might arise between Communism and Capitalism! Can you prevent that from happening? However, some think the problem doesn't lie there, but between different ideologies of the ideologies... After all, the PRC and the USSR could declare war on each other once the PRC has recovered from its nightmare of Civil War! Or, the UK and another Capitalist nation might fight... What will happen? Will you change history, or remake it?<br/>---<br/>NOTES:<br/>The Roleplay will run from 1945 to 2020. Years will advance at a rate of whenever I say so.<br/><br/>---<br/>OOC: To start off, here's my move.<br/><br/>The USSR starts work on producing more food from the regions where food can be grown."
13491,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841,2014-12-16T02:52:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"The Soviet Union, having seen the American atom bomb, start to work on their own atom bomb. It is expected to take at least one page."
13492,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841,2014-12-16T03:22:00,Bendicion,00CUK still has colonies or not?
13493,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841,2014-12-16T03:30:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"India declared itself independent, but apart from that, yes, it does still have colonies."
13494,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841,2014-12-16T03:30:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,IC:<br/><br/>We offer an Alliance to the British-German Empire.
13495,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841,2014-12-16T03:43:00,Kumbhalgarh,The men of China were hard at work. They were preparing an army strong enough to claim India into their empire. Japan was annexed into their land and was supplying thousands of soldiers and money. War efforts were churning on. China was ready to shake this world.
13496,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841,2014-12-16T03:54:00,Kanrmer,<del>After the end of the second world war Greece and Turkey formed a military alliance agreening to protect one another from foreign invaders. Both Greece and Turkey have started a campaign to rebuild there military's.</del>
13497,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841,2014-12-16T04:07:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"The Red Air Force is strengthened, along with the Red Army and the Red Navy, who are considered by many to be one of the most powerful militaries in the world. Meanwhile, in India the Red Army is patrolling.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Indian Jungles, near Calcutta</span><br/>A Red Army division was marching past trees with tanks following behind. Two Tigers watched in the undergrowth, before running off. Suddenly, an armoured car drove up to the front and stopped. ""Right, what's the plan General?"" asked the Colonel.<br/>""We're meant to keep patrolling. The military planning area back in Moscow is planning something big though, Scientists have been flown out of Calcutta, Mumbai, and Delhi for days now. I assume their planning something big!"" replied the General.<br/>""Hmm, interesting then. Let's keep patrolling then."" replied the Colonel, before the Division continued on.<br/><br/>---<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Moscow, Russian SFSR, Soviet Union</span><br/>Oleg Volkov, the Premier of the Soviet Union, and also Secretary of the Communist Party of the Soviet Union, was sitting in a chair by the fireplace in his Moscow house. Suddenly, the Foreign Minister came rushing in. ""Oleg, Greece and Turkey have just made an alliance."" said the Foreign Minister. ""Ironic how I'm named after someone who attacked Constantinople then, isn't it."" replied Volkov. ""Well, yes, but how did you know I was going to ask for a alliance with Greece?"" asked the Foreign Minister. ""Because. I can see the piece of paper you are holding. Now, send a letter to Greece asking for an alliance."" replied Volkov to the Foreign Minister.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Greek Government<br/>From: Soviet Government<br/><br/>Hello,<br/>We wish to form a Military and Trade alliance. We will be able to protect you using our army, airforce, and navy, and we can both trade goods with each other. Please reply as soon as possible, and we hope that you accept our request for a Military and Trade alliance for the improvement of Greek-Soviet relations.<br/><br/>From,<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">Oleg Valkov</span>, <span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Premier of the Soviet Union</span></blockquote>"
13498,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841,2014-12-16T04:14:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"A census of the Red Army has revealed there are currently:<br/><br/>240,000 On-duty Soldiers<br/>4,000,000 Off-duty Soldiers<br/>4,000,000 Reserve Soldiers<br/>340,000 Demobilised Soldiers<br/><br/>(These are round about accurate. The Red Army was ginormous during WW2, and we haven't demobilised it yet)<br/><br/>Overall, this comes round to: 8,580,000 Soldiers"
13499,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841,2014-12-16T04:14:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"The USSR starts work demobilising soldiers, thinking no threat exists currently."
13500,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841,2014-12-16T04:23:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"We invite all current nations to join the Friendship Games 1946!<br/><br/>Modern Pentathlon<br/>Football(Or soccer, as Americans would call it)<br/>Rugby<br/>Golf<br/>Tennis<br/>Ice Skating<br/>Ice Hockey<br/>Boating<br/>Rapid Riding<br/>Tug of War<br/>Cricket<br/>Table Tennis<br/>Triathlon<br/>Weightlifting<br/>Gymnastics<br/>Judo<br/>Fencing<br/>Boxing<br/>Basketball<br/>Badminton<br/>Athletics<br/>Archery<br/>Equestrian Racing<br/>Volleyball(indoor)<br/>Cycling(indoor)<br/>Cycling(outdoor)<br/>Canoe<br/>Water Polo<br/>Swimming<br/>Diving<br/><br/>Nations that are taking part:<br/>Soviet Union(Ice Skating, Cycling(outdoor), Ice Hockey, Triathlon)<br/>China-Japan(Cricket, Rugby, Athletics, and Basketball)<br/>UK(Football,archery,boating,golf)<br/>Saudi Arabia(weight lifting, cycling, archery, and pentathlon)<br/><br/>Points for Medals:<br/><br/>Gold Medal - 3 Points<br/>Silver Medal - 2 Points<br/>Bronze Medal - 1 Points<br/><br/>To decide the winner I will use a random name picker 18 times. If a nation ties with another, one will win based off their specialization. All results will be genuine, so do not complain please.<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Some events will be automatically won by nations due to their place on the sport charts.</span><br/><br/>You may specialise in up to 4 sports. No taking a sport someone has already specialised in."
13501,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841,2014-12-16T04:24:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"Also, here's an update:<br/><br/>Date: 10th December 1945"
13502,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841,2014-12-16T04:29:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22814923#p22814923"">wrote</a>:</cite>We invite all current nations to join the Friendship Games 1946!<br/><br/>Modern Pentathlon<br/>Football(Or soccer, as Americans would call it)<br/>Rugby<br/>Golf<br/>Tennis<br/>Ice Skating<br/>Ice Hockey<br/>Boating<br/>Rapid Riding<br/>Tug of War<br/>Cricket<br/>Table Tennis<br/>Triathlon<br/>Weightlifting<br/>Gymnastics<br/>Judo<br/>Fencing<br/>Boxing<br/>Basketball<br/>Badminton<br/>Athletics<br/>Archery<br/>Equestrian Racing<br/>Volleyball(indoor)<br/>Cycling(indoor)<br/>Cycling(outdoor)<br/>Canoe<br/>Water Polo<br/>Swimming<br/>Diving<br/><br/>Nations that are taking part:<br/>Soviet Union(Ice Skating, Cycling(outdoor), Ice Hockey, Triathlon)<br/><br/>Points for Medals:<br/><br/>Gold Medal - 3 Points<br/>Silver Medal - 2 Points<br/>Bronze Medal - 1 Points<br/><br/>To decide the winner I will use a random name picker 18 times. If a nation ties with another, one will win based off their specialization. All results will be genuine, so do not complain please. <span style=""font-weight: bold"">Some events will be automatically won by nations due to their place on the sport charts.</span><br/><br/>You may specialise in up to 4 sports. No taking a sport someone has already specialised in.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>China and Japan specalizies in Cricket, Rugby, Athletics, and Basketball. We will take part."
13503,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841,2014-12-16T04:40:00,Abrahammia,"The USA boycotts the Friendship Games, as she refuses to support communist Russia in any way.<br/><br/>The USA sets aside $17 billion to help rebuild Western Europe. If any democratic nations need some of this, the USA urges them to ask for some."
13504,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841,2014-12-16T04:42:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22814973#p22814973"">wrote</a>:</cite>The USA boycotts the Friendship Games, as she refuses to support communist Russia in any way. <br/><br/>The USA sets aside $17 billion to help rebuild Western Europe. If any democratic nations need some of this, the USA urges them to ask for some.</div></blockquote><br/>The Soviet Union finds it strange how the US, a nation that has supported them through WW2, is now refusing to help, but the Soviet Union also offers money to Western Europe to prove the USSR is kind and friendly to nations. Meanwhile, the wheat harvest in Ukraine is going well."
13505,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841,2014-12-16T04:50:00,Abrahammia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22814980#p22814980"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22814973#p22814973"">wrote</a>:</cite>The USA boycotts the Friendship Games, as she refuses to support communist Russia in any way. <br/><br/>The USA sets aside $17 billion to help rebuild Western Europe. If any democratic nations need some of this, the USA urges them to ask for some.</div></blockquote><br/>The Soviet Union finds it strange how the US, a nation that has supported them through WW2, is now refusing to help, but the Soviet Union also offers money to Western Europe to prove the USSR is kind and friendly to nations. Meanwhile, the wheat harvest in Ukraine is going well.</div></blockquote><br/>Harry Truman tells the American public that ""We shall no longer ally with these communist swine, mainly Russia"" The U.S. offers to create an alliance with all western democratic nations. This alliance shall be called the Atlantic Democracy Alliance."
13506,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841,2014-12-16T04:55:00,Kanrmer,"<del><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Soviet Government<br/>From: Greek Government<br/><br/>Greetings, <br/><br/>We decline your military offer respectfully at this time. Reason for this decline is because we are two different ideologies with separate agendas. In my opinion this could cause a conflict between our two nations. But our nation is open to trade anytime.<br/><br/>From,<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">VasyItso Anastas</span>, <span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Chancellor of Greece</span></blockquote></del>"
13507,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841,2014-12-16T05:05:00,Abrahammia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kanrmer <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22815020#p22815020"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Soviet Government<br/>From: Greek Government<br/><br/>Greetings, <br/><br/>We decline your military offer respectfully at this time. Reason for this decline is because we are two different ideologies with separate agendas. In my opinion this could cause a conflict between our two nations. But our nation is open to trade anytime.<br/><br/>From,<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">VasyItso Anastas</span>, <span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Chancellor of Greece</span></blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>From: United States Government<br/>To: Greek Government<br/><br/>Salutations,<br/><br/>The United States of America has much money set aside for your nation to rebuild what you have lost after WWII. With your permission, we would like to donate several billion to your nation. Free trade shall continue between our nation's regardless of if you accept our offer or not. <br/>Furthermore, we would be pleased if Greece joined the Atlantic Democracy Alliance, a new military and economic alliance exclusive to non-communist nations.</div></blockquote>"
13508,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841,2014-12-16T05:12:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kanrmer <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22815020#p22815020"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Soviet Government<br/>From: Greek Government<br/><br/>Greetings, <br/><br/>We decline your military offer respectfully at this time. Reason for this decline is because we are two different ideologies with separate agendas. In my opinion this could cause a conflict between our two nations. But our nation is open to trade anytime.<br/><br/>From,<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">VasyItso Anastas</span>, <span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Chancellor of Greece</span></blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Greek Government<br/>From: Soviet Government<br/><br/>Hello,<br/><br/>We understand. We also have a trade offer: We will give you 70 Planes in return for 30,000 boxes of Feta cheese, because our Wheat harvest only went well in the Ukraine.<br/><br/>From,<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">Oleg Volkov</span>, <span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Premier of the Soviet Union</span></blockquote>"
13509,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841,2014-12-16T05:14:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"Outraged that the USA is accusing the USSR of not being a democracy, the USSR announces elections are to be held in all SSRs. The Communist Party of the Soviet Union wins mainly, with other Leftist parties winning some seats and no Rightist parties gaining seats."
13510,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841,2014-12-16T05:14:00,Bendicion,"We will join the Games!<br/>The British-German Empirr has colonies in Africa and Asian,mainly Malaysia and Hongking."
13511,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841,2014-12-16T05:16:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bendicion <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22815081#p22815081"">wrote</a>:</cite>We will join the Games!<br/>The British-German Empirr has colonies in Africa and Asian,mainly Malaysia and Hongking.</div></blockquote><br/>Choose which sports to specialise in. Don't choose more than 4, and don't choose sports that have already been taken."
13512,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841,2014-12-16T05:21:00,Bendicion,"Football,archery,triathlon,golf"
13513,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841,2014-12-16T05:24:00,Bendicion,"The Union experiences some riots across its colonies wishing independence,but the army takes action.Meanwhile the economy bustles.The first jet is being made for experimentation.The Union also eyes on helping war torn France.<br/><br/>The German Empire(West side right,it was still divided) strengthens its stance against East Germany.Meanwhile German restoration is underway,with many war criminals being tried.We ask Western Europe to unite!"
13514,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841,2014-12-16T05:28:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"East Germany is absorbed as an SSR, and Poland is given the option of becoming an SSR or being invaded. Poland, fearing a war on two fronts with its weak army, decides to become an SSR."
13515,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=25,2014-12-16T05:29:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bendicion <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22815108#p22815108"">wrote</a>:</cite>Football,archery,triathlon,golf</div></blockquote><br/>Triathlon has been taken. Pick a different sport instead of Triathlon."
13516,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=25,2014-12-16T05:31:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bendicion <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22815129#p22815129"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Union experiences some riots across its colonies wishing independence,but the army takes action.Meanwhile the economy bustles.The first jet is being made for experimentation.The Union also eyes on helping war torn France.<br/><br/>The German Empire(West side right,it was still divided) strengthens its stance against East Germany.Meanwhile German restoration is underway,with many war criminals being tried.We ask Western Europe to unite!</div></blockquote><br/>The Soviet Union asks to become allies with the British-German Union, wanting to make friends with Western Europe.<br/><br/>Date: 20th December 1945"
13517,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=25,2014-12-16T05:45:00,Bendicion,"Boating.<br/><br/>The Union rejects the offer,considering WW2 just ended.The Union attacks the Ireland Republic once and for all,absorbing all British Isles to the Union.A series of rallies occur in Rwanada for independence.The Army attacks the demonstrators and a rebellion occurs.2,000 troops vs 12,000 rebels.<br/>Newer tank versions are being made, the economy of Britain hosts fashion and tourists posts already.The Union increases its budget for Welfare and Economy.<br/><br/>The German Union calls for a democratic elections.Its military has been increased to 20,000 troops.Former Nazi troops are given pensions,and their stories written and filmed to save the remnanats of history.Same goes with British war veterans.<br/><br/>Huge filming industry is booming in Britain also,a box is made to send signals.<br/><br/>The UK navy is developing its heavy warships already,quietly forming one of the largests fleets."
13518,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=25,2014-12-16T05:49:00,Kumbhalgarh,"The Phillipines were to be conquered. The Fillipino resistance was hard at work trying to gain freedom from USA, and China was going to support them. ""Prepare 4,000,000 soldiers to be sent to phillipines,"" said the chineese premier. The army, airforce, and navy were full mobilized and were ready to go to war against America for Phillipines. A letter of peace was sent to the soviet Union also.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To The Soviet Union,<br/><br/>The China-Japo empire wishes to trade with the soviet union, and establish a friendly alliance. Which included millitary assistance, and weapons dealing. I hope you consider this deal.<br/><br/>Chineese Premier,<br/><br/>Schwezan</blockquote></span></span>"
13519,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=25,2014-12-16T05:56:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22815250#p22815250"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Phillipines were to be conquered. The Fillipino resistance was hard at work trying to gain freedom from USA, and China was going to support them. ""Prepare 4,000,000 soldiers to be sent to phillipines,"" said the chineese premier. The army, airforce, and navy were full mobilized and were ready to go to war against America for Phillipines. A letter of peace was sent to the soviet Union also.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To The Soviet Union,<br/><br/>The China-Japo empire wishes to trade with the soviet union, and establish a friendly alliance. Which included millitary assistance, and weapons dealing. I hope you consider this deal.<br/><br/>Chineese Premier,<br/><br/>Schwezan</blockquote></span></span></div></blockquote><br/>OOC: I'd say 4,000,000 is a bit too mad. Bump it down to 400,000, and you should bring in more when needed. After all, it will be a disaster for the tax payer if they have to fund a 4 million-man army when a 400,000 one would be sufficient for the time-being.<br/><br/>IC:<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Moscow, Russian SFSR, Soviet Union</span><br/>Volkov was once again sitting by the fireplace in his nice armchair, reading a book on the Napoleonic Wars. Suddenly, a messenger came in and put the letter down on the table beside Volkov. Volkov picked up the piece of paper and read it, before he put it down and started typing up a letter on his typewriter.<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Chinese Government<br/>From: Oleg Volkov<br/><br/>Hello, once again.<br/><br/>We accept your alliance. We will gladly send a force of 35 planes to help the great Chinese-Japanese Union fight the oppressive United States, as the US have accused us of being ""undemocratic"" and have broken good relations after we helped them in the last Great War.<br/><br/>From,<br/><br/>Oleg Volkov</blockquote>"
13520,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=25,2014-12-16T06:07:00,Abrahammia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22815250#p22815250"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Phillipines were to be conquered. The Fillipino resistance was hard at work trying to gain freedom from USA, and China was going to support them. ""Prepare 4,000,000 soldiers to be sent to phillipines,"" said the chineese premier. The army, airforce, and navy were full mobilized and were ready to go to war against America for Phillipines. A letter of peace was sent to the soviet Union also.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To The Soviet Union,<br/><br/>The China-Japo empire wishes to trade with the soviet union, and establish a friendly alliance. Which included millitary assistance, and weapons dealing. I hope you consider this deal.<br/><br/>Chineese Premier,<br/><br/>Schwezan</blockquote></span></span></div></blockquote><br/>The USA hereby declares the Phillipines independent from the United States. We had been working on this for some time, but it is now official. The U.S. will still trade with the Philippines and defend them from any invasion. The U.S. sends 300,000 American troops into the Philippines along with the U.S. navy and airforce. The U.S. urges the China to call off the invasion."
13521,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=25,2014-12-16T06:20:00,Kumbhalgarh,"The Chineese press on the with attack. 400,000 soldiers are part of the host being sent to Phillipines. 35 soviet planes arrive as an aid to the Chineese. 200 planes of their own also are being deployed. On top of that 40 warships also will fight this war for China, but thats not all. Reinforcement from Japan Arrive. 200,000 sodlier from Japan attack Phillipines from the North. All in all 600,000 soldiers are being deployed to crush the fillipinos.<br/><br/><br/>The Coast of Phillipines,<br/><br/>The Chineese navy had reached the coast. They fired with full force, and unloaded all the soldiers they had brought. Terror was unleashed as 400,000 chineese soldiers rushed up the coast, firing at the fillipino coastal guard without mercy. The chineese airforce continued to bomb the capital of phillipines.<br/><br/><br/>The Northern coast of phillipines,<br/><br/>The japaneese navy reached the northernmost port of phillipines, and unloaded its soldeirs. The naval forces fired their torpedos and missiles with full force while the 200,000 japaneese soldeirs rushed onto the beach. CHAOS BEGAN."
13522,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=25,2014-12-16T06:24:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22815416#p22815416"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Chineese press on the with attack. 400,000 soldiers are part of the host being sent to Phillipines. 35 soviet planes arrive as an aid to the Chineese. 200 planes of their own also are being deployed. On top of that 40 warships also will fight this war for China, but thats not all. Reinforcement from Japan Arrive. 200,000 sodlier from Japan attack Phillipines from the North. All in all 600,000 soldiers are being deployed to crush the fillipinos. <br/><br/><br/>The Coast of Phillipines,<br/><br/>The Chineese navy had reached the coast. They fired with full force, and unloaded all the soldiers they had brought. Terror was unleashed as 400,000 chineese soldiers rushed up the coast, firing at the fillipino coastal guard without mercy. The chineese airforce continued to bomb the capital of phillipines.<br/><br/><br/>The Northern coast of phillipines,<br/><br/>The japaneese navy reached the northernmost port of phillipines, and unloaded its soldeirs. The naval forces fired their torpedos and missiles with full force while the 200,000 japaneese soldeirs rushed onto the beach. CHAOS BEGAN.</div></blockquote><br/>Considering the US has given it independence, we withdraw the planes, but secretly still supply Weapons."
13523,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=25,2014-12-16T06:26:00,Togeria,"After the dissolution of Japan, Korea begins to repair it self, hoping to become a empire, as it uses what's ever left from empire. Korea ask for trade and alliances, so then it can begin its self strengthening process."
13524,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=25,2014-12-16T06:27:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22815468#p22815468"">wrote</a>:</cite>After the dissolution of Japan, Korea begins to repair it self, hoping to become a empire, as it uses what's ever left from empire. Korea ask for trade and alliances, so then it can begin its self strengthening process.</div></blockquote><br/>We offer a Military alliance. We also ask if you would like to join the Friendship Games, and if so, what 4 sports you would like to specialise in."
13525,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=25,2014-12-16T06:28:00,Kumbhalgarh,"Secret Chineese Airforce Base near Manilla,<br/><br/>""I have received orders from China to destroy Manila!!"" said the Air Commander. Thus, 200 planes were equipped and readied to bomb the city. The planes reached in about 15 minutes as the bombing started, hundreds of bombs were dropped on the city, killing many people. When news arrived that the army had attacked the coast. A huge wave of cheer went up amongst the pilots. They were ready to anihalte the phillipines."
13526,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=25,2014-12-16T06:28:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22815468#p22815468"">wrote</a>:</cite>After the dissolution of Japan, Korea begins to repair it self, hoping to become a empire, as it uses what's ever left from empire. Korea ask for trade and alliances, so then it can begin its self strengthening process.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/><br/>Japan is mine, and it is almost full repaired."
13527,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=25,2014-12-16T06:29:00,Togeria,"Korea accepts the alliance, but declines the games, as it must focus on rebuilding its self into something greater."
13528,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=25,2014-12-16T06:29:00,Badassistanian,Saudia Arabia wishing to build an empire sets its eyes on Iran asking for aid in the international stage<br/>Saudi troops are sent to the borders and prepare<br/>we sent a trade agreement and allience to russia
13529,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=25,2014-12-16T06:30:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,The Soviet Union ceases supplying weapons and immediately asks that all parties involved attend a peace meeting in Vladivostok.<br/>We accept Saudi Arabia's alliance.
13530,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=25,2014-12-16T06:30:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22815485#p22815485"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22815468#p22815468"">wrote</a>:</cite>After the dissolution of Japan, Korea begins to repair it self, hoping to become a empire, as it uses what's ever left from empire. Korea ask for trade and alliances, so then it can begin its self strengthening process.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/><br/>Japan is mine, and it is almost full repaired.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: I want Indonesia and Malaysia."
13531,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=25,2014-12-16T06:31:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,BREAKING NEWS:<br/><br/>The Soviet Union unveils its Atomic Bomb. We tell the world we will use it if threatened.
13532,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=25,2014-12-16T06:32:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22815496#p22815496"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22815485#p22815485"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><br/><br/>Japan is mine, and it is almost full repaired.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: I want Indonesia and Malaysia.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>OOC: Alright. I will let you have indonesia and malaysia if you send 10,000 soldiers to help me in phillipines. If not I will block your route."
13533,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=25,2014-12-16T06:32:00,Badassistanian,"30,000 Saudi troops move towards the border of Iran and prepare.<br/>20,000 are sent to the border of Yemen"
13534,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=25,2014-12-16T06:33:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22815501#p22815501"">wrote</a>:</cite>BREAKING NEWS:<br/><br/>The Soviet Union unveils its Atomic Bomb. We tell the world we will use it if threatened.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/><br/>The chineese governemt immedieatly supports the soviets. ""The chineese government shall suport the soviets in their intentions."
13535,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=25,2014-12-16T06:34:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22815510#p22815510"">wrote</a>:</cite>30,000 Saudi troops move towards the border of Iran and prepare.<br/>20,000 are sent to the border of Yemen</div></blockquote><br/>We offer Saudi Arabia a position in the Friendship Games. All they need to do is choose 4 sports that have not already been chosen(Look on 1st page for Friendship Games post)."
13536,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=25,2014-12-16T06:34:00,Kumbhalgarh,The chinees premier prepares himself for the peace meeting in Vladivostok. China also requests that the middle eastern nations join the communist alliance.
13537,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=25,2014-12-16T06:35:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22815523#p22815523"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22815510#p22815510"">wrote</a>:</cite>30,000 Saudi troops move towards the border of Iran and prepare.<br/>20,000 are sent to the border of Yemen</div></blockquote><br/>We offer Saudi Arabia a position in the Friendship Games. All they need to do is choose 4 sports that have not already been chosen(Look on 1st page for Friendship Games post).</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>OOC: China is attending. I already posted my 4 sports."
13538,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=25,2014-12-16T06:35:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22815508#p22815508"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22815496#p22815496"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: I want Indonesia and Malaysia.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>OOC: Alright. I will let you have indonesia and malaysia if you send 10,000 soldiers to help me in phillipines. If not I will block your route.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC: I will for now.....<br/><br/>IC: Korea sends 100,000 soldiers to the Philippines to help conquer the nation, as Korea request sale with Russia, to stabilize their economy."
13539,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=25,2014-12-16T06:36:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22815528#p22815528"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22815523#p22815523"">wrote</a>:</cite>We offer Saudi Arabia a position in the Friendship Games. All they need to do is choose 4 sports that have not already been chosen(Look on 1st page for Friendship Games post).</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>OOC: China is attending. I already posted my 4 sports.</div></blockquote><br/>I know. I added you.<br/>IC:<br/><br/>We accept Korea's request for trade."
13540,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=50,2014-12-16T06:36:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22815525#p22815525"">wrote</a>:</cite>The chinees premier prepares himself for the peace meeting in Vladivostok. China also requests that the middle eastern nations join the communist alliance.</div></blockquote><br/>The USSR agrees."
13541,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=50,2014-12-16T06:36:00,Kumbhalgarh,"The chineese army chief laughed as 100,000 reinforcements arrived from Korea. ""Today is a good day"" said the general. He told the Korean commander to attack phillipines from the south. Thus leaving them no route for escape."
13542,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=50,2014-12-16T06:37:00,Badassistanian,"The invasions both occur simutainisly<br/>Yemen:the attack is fast and swift<br/>5,000 die, we begin siege of the capital<br/>Iran: the invasion is slow and begun to encountering many Iran militants and terror groups<br/>10,000 die"
13543,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=50,2014-12-16T06:39:00,Togeria,"The Koreans do as they're told, invading from the south, while putting up a blockade, as thy begin the invasion to meet in the middle with Chinese."
13544,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=50,2014-12-16T06:40:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22814923#p22814923"">wrote</a>:</cite>We invite all current nations to join the Friendship Games 1946!<br/><br/>Modern Pentathlon<br/>Football(Or soccer, as Americans would call it)<br/>Rugby<br/>Golf<br/>Tennis<br/>Ice Skating<br/>Ice Hockey<br/>Boating<br/>Rapid Riding<br/>Tug of War<br/>Cricket<br/>Table Tennis<br/>Triathlon<br/>Weightlifting<br/>Gymnastics<br/>Judo<br/>Fencing<br/>Boxing<br/>Basketball<br/>Badminton<br/>Athletics<br/>Archery<br/>Equestrian Racing<br/>Volleyball(indoor)<br/>Cycling(indoor)<br/>Cycling(outdoor)<br/>Canoe<br/>Water Polo<br/>Swimming<br/>Diving<br/><br/>Nations that are taking part:<br/>Soviet Union(Ice Skating, Cycling(outdoor), Ice Hockey, Triathlon)<br/>China-Japan(Cricket, Rugby, Athletics, and Basketball)<br/>UK(Football,archery,boating,golf)<br/><br/>Points for Medals:<br/><br/>Gold Medal - 3 Points<br/>Silver Medal - 2 Points<br/>Bronze Medal - 1 Points<br/><br/>To decide the winner I will use a random name picker 18 times. If a nation ties with another, one will win based off their specialization. All results will be genuine, so do not complain please. <span style=""font-weight: bold"">Some events will be automatically won by nations due to their place on the sport charts.</span><br/><br/>You may specialise in up to 4 sports. No taking a sport someone has already specialised in.</div></blockquote><br/>we wish to attend: weight lifting, cycling, archery, and pentathlon"
13545,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=50,2014-12-16T06:42:00,Kumbhalgarh,The Phillipines have no hope for victory as the huge asian armies destroy their hopes.
13546,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=50,2014-12-16T06:42:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22815572#p22815572"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22814923#p22814923"">wrote</a>:</cite>We invite all current nations to join the Friendship Games 1946!<br/><br/>Modern Pentathlon<br/>Football(Or soccer, as Americans would call it)<br/>Rugby<br/>Golf<br/>Tennis<br/>Ice Skating<br/>Ice Hockey<br/>Boating<br/>Rapid Riding<br/>Tug of War<br/>Cricket<br/>Table Tennis<br/>Triathlon<br/>Weightlifting<br/>Gymnastics<br/>Judo<br/>Fencing<br/>Boxing<br/>Basketball<br/>Badminton<br/>Athletics<br/>Archery<br/>Equestrian Racing<br/>Volleyball(indoor)<br/>Cycling(indoor)<br/>Cycling(outdoor)<br/>Canoe<br/>Water Polo<br/>Swimming<br/>Diving<br/><br/>Nations that are taking part:<br/>Soviet Union(Ice Skating, Cycling(outdoor), Ice Hockey, Triathlon)<br/>China-Japan(Cricket, Rugby, Athletics, and Basketball)<br/>UK(Football,archery,boating,golf)<br/><br/>Points for Medals:<br/><br/>Gold Medal - 3 Points<br/>Silver Medal - 2 Points<br/>Bronze Medal - 1 Points<br/><br/>To decide the winner I will use a random name picker 18 times. If a nation ties with another, one will win based off their specialization. All results will be genuine, so do not complain please. <span style=""font-weight: bold"">Some events will be automatically won by nations due to their place on the sport charts.</span><br/><br/>You may specialise in up to 4 sports. No taking a sport someone has already specialised in.</div></blockquote><br/>we wish to attend: weight lifting, cycling, archery, and pentathlon</div></blockquote><br/>The Soviets acknowledge this."
13547,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=50,2014-12-16T06:43:00,Badassistanian,"The Saudi flag is raised over Yemen after 10,000 men have been lost<br/>we begun to attack Iraq's capital"
13548,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=50,2014-12-16T06:44:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22815595#p22815595"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Saudi flag is raised over Yemen after 10,000 men have been lost<br/>we begun to attack Iran's capital</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/><br/>dude, you can take over another country with losing just 10,000 men."
13549,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=50,2014-12-16T06:44:00,Kumbhalgarh,Saudi cant beat Iran
13550,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=50,2014-12-16T06:46:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22815601#p22815601"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22815595#p22815595"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Saudi flag is raised over Yemen after 10,000 men have been lost<br/>we begun to attack Iran's capital</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/><br/>dude, you can take over another country with losing just 10,000 men.</div></blockquote><br/>You technically can. The Soviets took over Georgia in 1921 and only lost about 5,000. And we're very near to 1921.<br/><br/>It is now Christmas, and so the world celebrates."
13551,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=50,2014-12-16T06:49:00,Kumbhalgarh,"OOC: Hey Dutchland can I get phillipines now. I have 700,000 soldiers (100,000 soldiers courtesy of Korea) while the fillipinos only have 300,000 americans who dont want fight ."
13552,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=50,2014-12-16T06:53:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22815645#p22815645"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: Hey Dutchland can I get phillipines now. I have 700,000 soldiers (100,000 soldiers courtesy of Korea) while the fillipinos only have 300,000 americans who dont want fight .</div></blockquote><br/>US needs to surrender first."
13553,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=50,2014-12-16T06:55:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22815673#p22815673"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22815645#p22815645"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: Hey Dutchland can I get phillipines now. I have 700,000 soldiers (100,000 soldiers courtesy of Korea) while the fillipinos only have 300,000 americans who dont want fight .</div></blockquote><br/>US needs to surrender first.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>They will have to."
13554,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=50,2014-12-16T06:56:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22815688#p22815688"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22815673#p22815673"">wrote</a>:</cite>US needs to surrender first.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>They will have to.</div></blockquote><br/>I know. But they need to say it here first."
13555,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=50,2014-12-16T06:56:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,BREAKING NEWS:<br/><br/>The USSR has integrated the People's Republic of Mongolia in as a SSR.
13556,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=50,2014-12-16T06:58:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22815702#p22815702"">wrote</a>:</cite>BREAKING NEWS:<br/><br/>The USSR has integrated the People's Republic of Mongolia in as a SSR.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/><br/><br/><br/>Breaking News: Pakistan has surrender to China's supremacy."
13557,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=50,2014-12-16T07:00:00,Badassistanian,"after devastating losses in Iraq 20,000 men in total the Saudis finally gain control of the country"
13558,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=50,2014-12-16T07:03:00,Togeria,"Korea request a trade agreement with Russia, for the first 3yrs. Korea won't be able to pay back all the way, for it needs steel for its infrastructure, weapons for its army, and trade partners to make its capital."
13559,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=50,2014-12-16T07:07:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22815742#p22815742"">wrote</a>:</cite>Korea request a trade agreement with Russia, for the first 3yrs. Korea won't be able to pay back all the way, for it needs steel for its infrastructure, weapons for its army, and trade partners to make its capital.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/><br/>China requests trade with Korea, and proposes a triple alliance. Soviet union, China- Japan, and Korea."
13560,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=50,2014-12-16T07:08:00,Badassistanian,Saudi Arabia looks towards expanding into omen
13561,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=50,2014-12-16T07:10:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22815742#p22815742"">wrote</a>:</cite>Korea request a trade agreement with Russia, for the first 3yrs. Korea won't be able to pay back all the way, for it needs steel for its infrastructure, weapons for its army, and trade partners to make its capital.</div></blockquote><br/>We agree.<br/><br/>BREAKING NEWS:<br/><br/>Soviet tanks roll into Afghanistan, Nepal, Bhutan, and Bangladesh. Unconfirmed reports say the Soviets might be willing to use the Atomic bomb."
13562,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=50,2014-12-16T07:10:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22815763#p22815763"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22815742#p22815742"">wrote</a>:</cite>Korea request a trade agreement with Russia, for the first 3yrs. Korea won't be able to pay back all the way, for it needs steel for its infrastructure, weapons for its army, and trade partners to make its capital.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/><br/>China requests trade with Korea, and proposes a triple alliance. Soviet union, China- Japan, and Korea.</div></blockquote><br/>We ask to make this a quadruple alliance by adding Saudi Arabia."
13563,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=50,2014-12-16T07:11:00,Kumbhalgarh,20 chineese planes are sent to Nepal to help the soviet take over the countruy.
13564,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=50,2014-12-16T07:12:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22815765#p22815765"">wrote</a>:</cite>Saudi Arabia looks towards expanding into omen</div></blockquote><br/>We support this, and we thank the Chinese for the planes, and allow the Chinese to maintain a small military base in Kathmandu in return."
13565,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=75,2014-12-16T07:13:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22815782#p22815782"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22815763#p22815763"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><br/><br/>China requests trade with Korea, and proposes a triple alliance. Soviet union, China- Japan, and Korea.</div></blockquote><br/>We ask to make this a quadruple alliance by adding Saudi Arabia.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/><br/>Why not. Saudi Arabia is a very respected Nation. China wishes to buy oil from the Saudis"
13566,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=75,2014-12-16T07:15:00,Badassistanian,"with support from Russia Saudi Arabia sends a 30,000 man force into omen"
13567,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=75,2014-12-16T07:15:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22815799#p22815799"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22815782#p22815782"">wrote</a>:</cite>We ask to make this a quadruple alliance by adding Saudi Arabia.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/><br/>Why not. Saudi Arabia is a very respected Nation. China wishes to buy oil from the Saudis</div></blockquote><br/>we agree"
13568,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=75,2014-12-16T07:15:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22815807#p22815807"">wrote</a>:</cite>with support from Russia Saudi Arabia sends a 30,000 man force into omen</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>and support from China."
13569,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=75,2014-12-16T07:16:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"And so the Quadruple Alliance is formed.<br/><br/>Comintern invites Saudi Arabia, China, and Korea to join Comintern."
13570,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=75,2014-12-16T07:17:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22815763#p22815763"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22815742#p22815742"">wrote</a>:</cite>Korea request a trade agreement with Russia, for the first 3yrs. Korea won't be able to pay back all the way, for it needs steel for its infrastructure, weapons for its army, and trade partners to make its capital.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/><br/>China requests trade with Korea, and proposes a triple alliance. Soviet union, China- Japan, and Korea.</div></blockquote><br/>Korea accepts the trade, but wonders how much Autonomy it will have, as it is not a communist nation."
13571,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=75,2014-12-16T07:18:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22815818#p22815818"">wrote</a>:</cite>And so the Quadruple Alliance is formed.<br/><br/>Comintern invites Saudi Arabia, China, and Korea to join Comintern.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>China agrees to join, and proposes to make a list of the enemies of the quadriple alliance."
13572,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=75,2014-12-16T07:19:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22815832#p22815832"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22815818#p22815818"">wrote</a>:</cite>And so the Quadruple Alliance is formed.<br/><br/>Comintern invites Saudi Arabia, China, and Korea to join Comintern.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>China agrees to join, and proposes to make a list of the enemies of the quadriple alliance.</div></blockquote><br/>We suggest our first enemy should be the US, for saying the USSR is not democratic and for taking so long to allow the Philippines to become independent."
13573,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=75,2014-12-16T07:19:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22815827#p22815827"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22815763#p22815763"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><br/><br/>China requests trade with Korea, and proposes a triple alliance. Soviet union, China- Japan, and Korea.</div></blockquote><br/>Korea accepts the trade, but wonders how much Autonomy it will have, as it is not a communist nation.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>China encourages Korea to embrace communism, but assures the koreans that they will be treated handsomely."
13574,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=75,2014-12-16T07:22:00,Togeria,"Korea allows freedom of ideology, and as such will not out-right turn communist. Korea begins building several steel refineries, as it as for its allies to send iron, as it has studied many ways of making steel, and hopes that Korean steel will be the envy of the world, as such allies will recieve a 14% discount on purchasing steel from Korea."
13575,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=75,2014-12-16T07:23:00,Badassistanian,"we begin the invasion of Oman with 30,000 men. the battles are bloody losing many men to militants we push the front"
13576,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=75,2014-12-16T07:24:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"We once again tell Korea they should join the Friendship Games, as it costs nothing and 15 Billion USD can be won as prize money.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, the Soviet Union accepts Egypts request to join as an SSR.<br/><br/>OOC:<br/>You can have free ideology with Communism."
13577,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=75,2014-12-16T07:25:00,Badassistanian,"Saudi soldiers gain control of the capital easily and omen is annexed 15,000 men are lost"
13578,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=75,2014-12-16T07:26:00,Badassistanian,saudi wants to double its land and asks for russian military support to conquer iran
13579,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=75,2014-12-16T07:28:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"We agree to Saudi Arabia, but ask to have Tehran and everything north of that, which leaves you with still the majority of Irans population and land."
13580,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=75,2014-12-16T07:31:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22815896#p22815896"">wrote</a>:</cite>We agree to Saudi Arabia, but ask to have Tehran and everything north of that, which leaves you with still the majority of Irans population and land.</div></blockquote><br/>saudia arabia must decline we require all the lands with your help or not. we begin the invasion of Iran with a 50,000 (all of my military pretty much its fairly small) man army hoping to conquer it"
13581,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=75,2014-12-16T07:32:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22815912#p22815912"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22815896#p22815896"">wrote</a>:</cite>We agree to Saudi Arabia, but ask to have Tehran and everything north of that, which leaves you with still the majority of Irans population and land.</div></blockquote><br/>saudia arabia must decline we require all the lands with your help or not. we begin the invasion of Iran with a 50,000 (all of my military pretty much its fairly small) man army hoping to conquer it</div></blockquote><br/>We ask for a small strip that is only 10km wide in the far north then so we have a direct route from Georgia to India through our lands."
13582,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=75,2014-12-16T07:33:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22815921#p22815921"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22815912#p22815912"">wrote</a>:</cite>saudia arabia must decline we require all the lands with your help or not. we begin the invasion of Iran with a 50,000 (all of my military pretty much its fairly small) man army hoping to conquer it</div></blockquote><br/>We ask for a small strip that is only 10km wide in the far north then so we have a direct route from Georgia to India through our lands.</div></blockquote><br/>we accept"
13583,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=75,2014-12-16T07:33:00,Togeria,"Korea declines, opting to join the next one, as now it focuses on it's economy.<br/><br/>OOC: have to leave for school."
13584,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=75,2014-12-16T07:38:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22815928#p22815928"">wrote</a>:</cite>Korea declines, opting to join the next one, as now it focuses on it's economy. <br/><br/>OOC: have to leave for school.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: Ahh well."
13585,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=75,2014-12-16T07:40:00,Badassistanian,"occ: I have to go<br/>IC: invasion of Iran continues resulting in many deaths 25,000 Iran troops but with back up from Russia we are able to push and conquer the area easily. Iran has fallen<br/>we hold sovereign right over turkey and Syria if any nations touch these countrys we will hold it against them"
13586,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=75,2014-12-16T07:48:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22815970#p22815970"">wrote</a>:</cite>occ: I have to go <br/>IC: invasion of Iran continues resulting in many deaths 25,000 Iran troops but with back up from Russia we are able to push and conquer the area easily. Iran has fallen<br/>we hold sovereign right over turkey and Syria if any nations touch these countrys we will hold it against them</div></blockquote><br/>occ:sorry if the invasion was godmoddy I dont have much time so I had to rush the invasion"
13587,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=75,2014-12-16T07:54:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22815970#p22815970"">wrote</a>:</cite>occ: I have to go <br/>IC: invasion of Iran continues resulting in many deaths 25,000 Iran troops but with back up from Russia we are able to push and conquer the area easily. Iran has fallen<br/>we hold sovereign right over turkey and Syria if any nations touch these countrys we will hold it against them</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: Turkey is Greek. Greece is allied with US. US has bomb. Tehran go boom. In short, don't invade Turkey."
13588,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=75,2014-12-16T07:55:00,Abrahammia,"To defend Manila, the U.S. sends interceptors over the skies of Manila to fight the bombers. The U.S. attempts to match the Chinese invasion with an equal or slightly below equal amount of soldiers. The U.S. sends a fleet of US ships from Guam to Japan. AA is set up in major cities in the Phillipines and Guam."
13589,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=75,2014-12-16T07:56:00,Badassistanian,"Current Saudi empire:Oman, Iraq, Iran, Yemen, and main saudia arabia<br/>sovereign right: Syria, and Israel"
13590,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=100,2014-12-16T07:57:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22816058#p22816058"">wrote</a>:</cite>To defend Manila, the U.S. sends interceptors over the skies of Manila to fight the bombers. The U.S. attempts to match the Chinese invasion with an equal or slightly below equal amount of soldiers. The U.S. sends a fleet of US ships from Guam to Japan. AA is set up in major cities in the Phillipines and Guam.</div></blockquote><br/>We tell the US they should surrender as they now hold no chance of victory."
13591,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=100,2014-12-16T07:58:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22816058#p22816058"">wrote</a>:</cite>To defend Manila, the U.S. sends interceptors over the skies of Manila to fight the bombers. The U.S. attempts to match the Chinese invasion with an equal or slightly below equal amount of soldiers. The U.S. sends a fleet of US ships from Guam to Japan. AA is set up in major cities in the Phillipines and Guam.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>The chineese soldiers know they have to finish this up quick. With korean assitance they take over the coast and push forward with full might. The chinese airforce loses several planes due to the american interceptors, but bounces back after the soviet union and saudi arabia send reinforcements. The chineese airforce sends fighter jets to defeat the interceptors. the fighter jets fire several interceptors."
13592,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=100,2014-12-16T07:59:00,Badassistanian,We tell the US to surrender or all oil trade will be stopped
13593,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=100,2014-12-16T08:01:00,Kumbhalgarh,The Chineese government threatens to bomb America with an Atomic bomb if they dont surrender in the phillipines
13594,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=100,2014-12-16T08:02:00,Badassistanian,Occ:see ya<br/>IC: we once again tell all country's not to touch Israel or Syria.
13595,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=100,2014-12-16T08:04:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22816116#p22816116"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Chineese government threatens to bomb America with an Atomic bomb if they dont surrender in the phillipines</div></blockquote><br/>We remind the Chinese they don't have one, but we do, and would be more than happy to lend the bomb to China.<br/><br/>China, if the US does not surrender by its next post, which US city do you wish us to bomb apart from Washington D.C?"
13596,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=100,2014-12-16T08:06:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22816143#p22816143"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22816116#p22816116"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Chineese government threatens to bomb America with an Atomic bomb if they dont surrender in the phillipines</div></blockquote><br/>We remind the Chinese they don't have one, but we do, and would be more than happy to lend the bomb to China.<br/><br/>China, if the US does not surrender by its next post, which US city do you wish us to bomb apart from Washington D.C?</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>I would like you to bomb Chicago, as it has an economy larger than sweden."
13597,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=100,2014-12-16T08:10:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"We would not like to bomb Chicago due to innocent Natives living around the area who would be severely hurt and injured, and because of the fact surveys from 1920 show 22% of the population were German, and quite a bit of the population was also Polish and Russian."
13598,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=100,2014-12-16T08:13:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,It is now February 1946.
13599,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=100,2014-12-16T08:18:00,Bendicion,"Reports of the war in Philippines wrecks havoc in The Unioj and Germany.<br/>The Union calls for immediate withdrawal of army forces from Philipines!There should be no more war once more!<br/>The 50,000 force in the philippines prepares a fine offensive based in guerrila tactics if war comes to there area in Sangley Point Cavite,south of Manila."
13600,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=100,2014-12-16T08:20:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"The Soviet Union decides that they can't also nuke anywhere on the west coast due to their large populations of Chinese, Japanese, and Korean immigrants."
13601,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=100,2014-12-16T08:21:00,Bendicion,"The United Kingdom starts researching chemical weapons,possible finish may be in 12 th page.<br/>The Unitrd Kingdom invades Morocco woth 21,000 troops,possible conquer may be in August 1947."
13602,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=100,2014-12-16T08:22:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,We decide on Houston.
13603,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=100,2014-12-16T08:23:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bendicion <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22816256#p22816256"">wrote</a>:</cite>The United Kingdom starts researching chemical weapons,possible finish may be in 12 th page.<br/>The Unitrd Kingdom invades Morocco woth 21,000 troops,possible conquer may be in August 1947.</div></blockquote><br/>That's way too long for a small nation."
13604,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=100,2014-12-16T08:26:00,Harkback Union,"Meanwhile in the Franco-Iberian Union, The Paris decree is signed and the first 4-year plan begins. New Dams, Mines, Steel Mills, Factories, Housing complexes, Schools, Hospitals and Universities are planned to be built withing this time period, Along with rebuilding facilities destroyed in the war. The task is enormous and the Union is seeking support from foreign nations, Especially The United States who still have some of its forces on French soil"
13605,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=100,2014-12-16T08:29:00,Bendicion,"The Union takes its Carribean colonies to experience full autonomy.The Union hosts international car shows,boosting Auto Industry.<br/>The Union takes on the challenge of building roads and schools for its African colonies.<br/>South Africa is given independce!Although 78%of it is still administered by British officials.The Cape still is however under Brish control.<br/><br/>The German Empire annexes Austria after an impulsive campaign to get the masses suppprt from other nations control of the country.The referendum results are:<br/>To whom give control?<br/>America-12%<br/>Britain-23%<br/>USSR-18%<br/>Germany-35%<br/>Italy-12%"
13606,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=100,2014-12-16T08:30:00,Bendicion,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22816273#p22816273"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Bendicion <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22816256#p22816256"">wrote</a>:</cite>The United Kingdom starts researching chemical weapons,possible finish may be in 12 th page.<br/>The Unitrd Kingdom invades Morocco woth 21,000 troops,possible conquer may be in August 1947.</div></blockquote><br/>That's way too long for a small nation.</div></blockquote><br/>what do you mean?"
13607,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=100,2014-12-16T08:31:00,Bendicion,The German Union starts building new infrastructure.It starts building a wall of defenses against the East.Possible finish is March 1947.
13608,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=100,2014-12-16T08:39:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,The Soviet Union invites the following nations to join:<br/><br/>Czechslovakia<br/>Slovenia<br/>Hungary<br/>Croatia<br/>Bosnia and Herzegovina<br/>Serbia<br/>Montenegro<br/>Kosovo<br/>Serbia<br/>Macedonia<br/>Bulgaria<br/>Romania<br/>Hungary<br/>---<br/>All accept as they are afraid to suffer the same fate as Austria.
13609,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=100,2014-12-16T08:42:00,Bendicion,The German Army blitzs hrought Belgkum going to Netherlands.A standoff occurs as German Armor halts at Antwerp.The UK navy attack the Belgian and Dutch Navies.
13610,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=100,2014-12-16T08:43:00,Bendicion,The Union Army takes on the armies of Greenland!Expected conquerization is on April 1947.
13611,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=100,2014-12-16T08:43:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"We urge the British not to attack these innocent nations, that are quite like Britain in fact."
13612,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=100,2014-12-16T08:45:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bendicion <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22816414#p22816414"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Union Army takes on the armies of Greenland!Expected conquerization is on April 1947.</div></blockquote><br/>Already reserved for the Danish Union.<br/><br/>The Friendship Games are postponed to 1948."
13613,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=100,2014-12-16T08:47:00,Bendicion,"Netherlands32,000 troops<br/>Belgium19,000 troops<br/>Greenland2,638 troops withdrawing here.ongoin battles.<br/>Denmark<br/>And<br/>Andorra are nations we would like to sooner attack.12,000 soldiers are deployed fot this wars soon to be.<br/>We will end hotilities if Friendship Games begin."
13614,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=100,2014-12-16T08:48:00,Bendicion,Denmark is out of acquisitions!<br/>ANDORRA AND SPAIN ARE NEXT!But maybe not.
13615,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=125,2014-12-16T08:58:00,Badassistanian,"we enter Syria with 30,000 troops and begin the invasion."
13616,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=125,2014-12-16T09:00:00,Harkback Union,"Franco-Iberian Diplomats arrive in Portugal, Switzerland and Italy to ask for and offer Economic, Diplomatic and Military support..."
13617,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=125,2014-12-16T09:03:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"BENIDICION. I suggest you read what I've just said.<br/>Greenland, Denmark, Sweden, Norway, and Finland are reserved. Attack Spain and your getting yourself in a giant war with the French-Iberia Union."
13618,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=125,2014-12-16T09:11:00,Zechaslavia,"*gently pushes and shoves through crowd* ""excuse me, pardon me. Oh whats this here. I must have accidentaly dropped this""<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323869"" rel=""nofollow"">http://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic ... 1&amp;t=323869</a>""its my new RP, if anyone wants they can apply but it is more realistic than this RP and dosent focus so much on imperialism but its based in the cold war and will be fun"" *exits through the back*<br/><br/>IC Canada decides if they should stay loyal to Britain or america"
13619,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=125,2014-12-16T09:12:00,Harkback Union,"The first 4 year plan is a huge success, according to the french press, though its critics claim that living standards remain low. Steel production doubles and 100,000 new homes are built, very comfortable ones. Italy, Portugal And Switzerland agree to a defensive military alliance and an economic co-operation agreement but do not wish to join the Franco-Iberian political union. A Meeting called the E5, Meeting of the The free 5 European countries is held where the co-operation agreement is signed. Switzerland is willing to assist the other countries rebuild their economy but demands diplomatic neutrality from its allies as a precondition of signing the treaty. The others agree and the WETO, West-European Treaty organization is founded. Its purely defensive in nature. If a member state attacks another country, the others are not obliged to join."
13620,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=125,2014-12-16T09:21:00,Zechaslavia,Canada announces that it will stay democratic and will not sign treaties with a communist country
13621,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=125,2014-12-16T09:24:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Zechaslavia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22816709#p22816709"">wrote</a>:</cite>Canada announces that it will stay democratic and will not sign treaties with a communist country</div></blockquote><br/>I'll do a deal with you. You edit your post here so it is deleted and I won't get angry any more. Deal?"
13622,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=125,2014-12-16T09:27:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"And, I'll even throw in forcing people to not make one-liners here and to make people be more realistic."
13623,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=125,2014-12-16T09:28:00,Kumbhalgarh,"China suggests a communist version of UNITED NATIONS. This will be called Communist NATIONS also known as CN. The four permament security nations will be, china-japan, soviet union, korea, and saudi arabia."
13624,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=125,2014-12-16T09:28:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22816791#p22816791"">wrote</a>:</cite>China suggests a communist version of UNITED NATIONS. This will be called Communist NATIONS also known as CN. The four permament security nations will be, china-japan, soviet union, korea, and saudi arabia.</div></blockquote><br/>We agree.(UN doesn't exist here though yet)"
13625,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=125,2014-12-16T09:29:00,Zechaslavia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22816741#p22816741"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Zechaslavia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22816709#p22816709"">wrote</a>:</cite>Canada announces that it will stay democratic and will not sign treaties with a communist country</div></blockquote><br/>I'll do a deal with you. You edit your post here so it is deleted and I won't get angry any more. Deal?</div></blockquote><br/>I honestly don't see why your pissed off, like are you a child?? Get over it, its not even a big deal, people can play on multiple threads at once, look at my signature, I always do it"
13626,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=125,2014-12-16T09:30:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"Then sorry, but I'm going to the moderation forum to request your things are deleted forcefully because they serve as an advertisement in my thread."
13627,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=125,2014-12-16T09:30:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Zechaslavia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22816807#p22816807"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22816741#p22816741"">wrote</a>:</cite>I'll do a deal with you. You edit your post here so it is deleted and I won't get angry any more. Deal?</div></blockquote><br/>I honestly don't see why your pissed off, like are you a child?? Get over it, its not even a big deal, people can play on multiple threads at once, look at my signature, I always do it</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/><br/>OOC: Dude, just do the RP, and also America is surrendering to us in phillipines!"
13628,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=125,2014-12-16T09:31:00,Zechaslavia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22816827#p22816827"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Zechaslavia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22816807#p22816807"">wrote</a>:</cite>I honestly don't see why your pissed off, like are you a child?? Get over it, its not even a big deal, people can play on multiple threads at once, look at my signature, I always do it</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/><br/>OOC: Dude, just do the RP, and also America is surrendering to us in phillipines!</div></blockquote><br/>OOC I am trying to do the RP but we wont let it go"
13629,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=125,2014-12-16T09:32:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Zechaslavia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22816834#p22816834"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22816827#p22816827"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><br/><br/>OOC: Dude, just do the RP, and also America is surrendering to us in phillipines!</div></blockquote><br/>OOC I am trying to do the RP but we wont let it go</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/><br/>OOC: Then you let it go, and quit the RP."
13630,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=125,2014-12-16T09:33:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,OOC: Fine then. I will do the roleplay. Sorry for getting angry.
13631,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=125,2014-12-16T09:34:00,Zechaslavia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22816842#p22816842"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: Fine then. I will do the roleplay. Sorry for getting angry.</div></blockquote><br/>OOCL: thanks for the apology, im sorry I offended you, next time ill ask permission before I advertize anything"
13632,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=125,2014-12-16T09:35:00,Kumbhalgarh,"Breaking News: China has taken over kyrigizstan, tajikistan, uzebkistan, and afghanistan,"
13633,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=125,2014-12-16T09:36:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"China, I've already taken them over, sorry."
13634,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=125,2014-12-16T09:37:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22816882#p22816882"">wrote</a>:</cite>China, I've already taken them over, sorry.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>Alright guess I will go south and take over those stupid islands.<br/><br/><br/>Breaking News: China has conquered much of the southeastern asia islands, thus isolating Phillipins."
13635,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=125,2014-12-16T09:38:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Zechaslavia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22816857#p22816857"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22816842#p22816842"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: Fine then. I will do the roleplay. Sorry for getting angry.</div></blockquote><br/>OOCL: thanks for the apology, im sorry I offended you, next time ill ask permission before I advertize anything</div></blockquote><br/>Also, you can still roleplay here. I also won't hold a grudge after seeing what you did over in the other thread.<br/><br/>Also, the islands aren't stupid. Good land there. Just don't go madly imperialist China please."
13636,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=125,2014-12-16T09:42:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"The Soviet Union starts work on a faster bomber that goes quite fast, and can also be used as a fighter plane."
13637,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=125,2014-12-16T09:43:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"We invite all nations, including Canada, to join the Olympics."
13638,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=125,2014-12-16T09:47:00,Zechaslavia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22816941#p22816941"">wrote</a>:</cite>We invite all nations, including Canada, to join the Olympics.</div></blockquote><br/>Canada denys because it is being held in a communist country<br/>2 weeks late. All over the west coast protests are being held for Canada to become communist, also in all rural areas including the praires many farmers are pushing to become communist and demands equal wages"
13639,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=125,2014-12-16T09:49:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Zechaslavia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22816970#p22816970"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22816941#p22816941"">wrote</a>:</cite>We invite all nations, including Canada, to join the Olympics.</div></blockquote><br/>Canada denys because it is being held in a communist country<br/>2 weeks late. All over the west coast protests are being held for Canada to become communist, also in all rural areas including the praires many farmers are pushing to become communist and demands equal wages</div></blockquote><br/>Okay.<br/>It is now August 1946, and celebrations of the end of the Japanese Empire are happening across the world."
13640,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=150,2014-12-16T09:52:00,Zechaslavia,The Canadian communist Party calls on help from the soviet union and other communist countries to supply them with weapons to fight eastern Canada
13641,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=150,2014-12-16T09:54:00,Zechaslavia,"The Canadian government will not allow Canada to become communist and sends its military to the western part of Canada to stop protests in major cities, the Canadian government calls on the help of Europe and America to aid them if this leads to a civil war"
13642,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=150,2014-12-16T09:55:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Zechaslavia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22817005#p22817005"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Canadian communist Party calls on help from the soviet union and other communist countries to supply them with weapons to fight eastern Canada</div></blockquote><br/>The newly-elected Supreme Soviet is torn between what to do. The more Libertarian ones want to refuse, the more Authortarian ones want to accept, but the majority in-the-middle is neutral."
13643,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=150,2014-12-16T10:09:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"New map!<br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/5p8OdDx.png?1""/>"
13644,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=150,2014-12-16T10:13:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,The Supreme Soviet is still torn between the decisions.
13645,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=150,2014-12-16T10:15:00,Valyrian Freeholds,The Sehmet Sultanate would like to voice it's dissatisfaction with the Moroccan government and so will be sending 5'000 troops to it's border with Morocco
13646,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=150,2014-12-16T10:17:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>Valyrian Freeholds <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22817175#p22817175"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Sehmet Sultanate would like to voice it's dissatisfaction with the Moroccan government and so will be sending 5'000 troops to it's border with Morocco</div></blockquote><br/>France and Spain Requests the sultanate to refer from using force of arms against morocco."
13647,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=150,2014-12-16T10:18:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22817192#p22817192"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Valyrian Freeholds <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22817175#p22817175"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Sehmet Sultanate would like to voice it's dissatisfaction with the Moroccan government and so will be sending 5'000 troops to it's border with Morocco</div></blockquote><br/>France and Spain Requests the sultanate to refer from using force of arms against morocco.</div></blockquote><br/>We ask France & Spain to join the Friendship Games. Refer to the Friendship Games post on the first page for more."
13648,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=150,2014-12-16T10:22:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22817208#p22817208"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22817192#p22817192"">wrote</a>:</cite>France and Spain Requests the sultanate to refer from using force of arms against morocco.</div></blockquote><br/>We ask France &amp; Spain to join the Friendship Games. Refer to the Friendship Games post on the first page for more.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Franco-Iberia can't be bothered with Sports or culture. Everyone is working 10-hours per day on to accomplish the goals of the 4-year plan. Portugal, Italy and Switzerland likewise create 4 year plans of their own. Switzerland Becomes center of Research, Italy focuses heavy Industry, France Manufacturing, Spain Agriculture and weapons and Portugal makes ships."
13649,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=150,2014-12-16T10:26:00,Zechaslavia,The protests in Canada breaks out into riots in many major cities as protesters throw rocks at Canadian soldiers and the soldier respond by fireing their Lee enfields and sten guns at the protesters. Most notably this happened in Vancouver and toronto
13650,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=150,2014-12-16T10:26:00,Valyrian Freeholds,"The Sehmet Sultanate is announcing it will begin to drill for oil in North Libya, as well as hope to increase agricultural output by 5%"
13651,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=150,2014-12-16T10:29:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>Valyrian Freeholds <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22817266#p22817266"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Sehmet Sultanate is announcing it will begin to drill for oil in North Libya, as well as hope to increase agricultural output by 5%</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Franco-Iberia Needs oil for the 4 year plan. They are willing to sell medicine and steel in exchange for large quantities of oil... or pay in gold."
13652,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=150,2014-12-16T10:30:00,Valyrian Freeholds,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22817284#p22817284"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Valyrian Freeholds <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22817266#p22817266"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Sehmet Sultanate is announcing it will begin to drill for oil in North Libya, as well as hope to increase agricultural output by 5%</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Franco-Iberia Needs oil for the 4 year plan. They are willing to sell medicine and steel in exchange for large quantities of oil... or pay in gold.</div></blockquote><br/>We will accept payments of medicine and steel for oil, thank you very much"
13653,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=150,2014-12-16T10:33:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>Valyrian Freeholds <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22817293#p22817293"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22817284#p22817284"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Franco-Iberia Needs oil for the 4 year plan. They are willing to sell medicine and steel in exchange for large quantities of oil... or pay in gold.</div></blockquote><br/>We will accept payments of medicine and steel for oil, thank you very much</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Refineries in Marseilles are back in business thanks to the Oil. The oil tankers are packed with steel and medicine on their return to Libya and the sultanate Is now a respected trade partner."
13654,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=150,2014-12-16T10:37:00,Zechaslavia,Canadian government declares state of emergency as it is on the brink of a civil war. the CCP (Canadian communist party) once again asks for any foreign help from other communist countries
13655,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=150,2014-12-16T10:38:00,Valyrian Freeholds,"<blockquote><div><cite>Zechaslavia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22817346#p22817346"">wrote</a>:</cite>Canadian government declares state of emergency as it is on the brink of a civil war. the CCP (Canadian communist party) once again asks for any foreign help from other communist countries</div></blockquote><br/>The Sehmet Sultanate offers 200 special forces troops to deal with dissenters."
13656,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=150,2014-12-16T10:56:00,Zechaslavia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Valyrian Freeholds <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22817356#p22817356"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Zechaslavia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22817346#p22817346"">wrote</a>:</cite>Canadian government declares state of emergency as it is on the brink of a civil war. the CCP (Canadian communist party) once again asks for any foreign help from other communist countries</div></blockquote><br/>The Sehmet Sultanate offers 200 special forces troops to deal with dissenters.</div></blockquote><br/>(the dissenters as in the pro communist protesters?)"
13657,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=150,2014-12-16T11:00:00,Valyrian Freeholds,"<blockquote><div><cite>Zechaslavia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22817484#p22817484"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Valyrian Freeholds <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22817356#p22817356"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Sehmet Sultanate offers 200 special forces troops to deal with dissenters.</div></blockquote><br/>(the dissenters as in the pro communist protesters?)</div></blockquote><br/>Yes"
13658,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=150,2014-12-16T11:04:00,Zechaslavia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Valyrian Freeholds <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22817356#p22817356"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Zechaslavia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22817346#p22817346"">wrote</a>:</cite>Canadian government declares state of emergency as it is on the brink of a civil war. the CCP (Canadian communist party) once again asks for any foreign help from other communist countries</div></blockquote><br/>The Sehmet Sultanate offers 200 special forces troops to deal with dissenters.</div></blockquote><br/>The Canadian government thanks the Sehmet sultanate and uses the special forces to crack down on the CCP<br/>Meanwhile the CCP have been supplied by a pro communist major at one of the forts in British Columbia, the CCP arms protesters with Enfields, bren guns and sten guns"
13659,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=150,2014-12-16T11:10:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"OOC: Zecha, I have an idea. If a member over at your roleplay can't roleplay that well, how about you send them here for training, and if someone here becomes good, we recommend that they also join yours? Sounds like a idea?"
13660,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=150,2014-12-16T11:15:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"The Supreme Soviet, now fighting with each other, and with some members throwing stacks of paper at each other, finally decides on a option. It will deploy the KGB to spy on both the Canadian Communists and the Canadian Capitalists."
13661,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=150,2014-12-16T11:19:00,Zechaslavia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22817561#p22817561"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: Zecha, I have an idea. If a member over at your roleplay can't roleplay that well, how about you send them here for training, and if someone here becomes good, we recommend that they also join yours? Sounds like a idea?</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: sounds Good to me also maybe later on we can advertise each others RPs on each others 1st page"
13662,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=150,2014-12-16T11:25:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Zechaslavia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22817619#p22817619"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22817561#p22817561"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: Zecha, I have an idea. If a member over at your roleplay can't roleplay that well, how about you send them here for training, and if someone here becomes good, we recommend that they also join yours? Sounds like a idea?</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: sounds Good to me also maybe later on we can advertise each others RPs on each others 1st page</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: Okay.<br/><br/>IC: The Soviet Union announces it is working on something big, and everyone assumes it is more Atomic Bombs."
13663,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=150,2014-12-16T11:37:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"FIRST EVENT IS, MODERN PENTATHON!<br/><br/>1. Soviet Union<br/>2. Soviet Union<br/>3. Saudi Arabia<br/>4. United Kingdom<br/>5. China-Japan<br/>6. Saudi Arabia<br/>7. Soviet Union<br/>8. United Kingdom<br/>9. Saudi Arabia<br/>10. Soviet Union<br/>11. China-Japan<br/>12. United Kingdom<br/>13. Saudi Arabia<br/>14. Soviet Union<br/>15. Soviet Union<br/>16. China-Japan<br/>17. United Kingdom<br/>18. China-Japan<br/><br/>Soviet Union = 6<br/>China-Japan = 4<br/>United Kingdom = 4<br/>Saudi Arabia = 4<br/><br/>In the China-Japan vs UK Decider match, UK wins!<br/><br/>RANKINGS:<br/>Soviet Union - 1st<br/>Saudi Arabia - 2nd<br/>United Kingdom - 3rd<br/><br/>RANKINGS OVERALL:<br/><br/>Soviet Union - 3<br/>China-Japan -<br/>United Kingdom - 1<br/>Saudi Arabia - 2"
13664,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=150,2014-12-16T11:44:00,Valyrian Freeholds,"The Sultanate has announced it is sending 200 tanks to the border with Morocco, to stem immigrants from coming in"
13665,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=175,2014-12-16T11:48:00,Zechaslavia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22817790#p22817790"">wrote</a>:</cite>FIRST EVENT IS, MODERN PENTATHON!<br/><br/>1. Soviet Union<br/>2. Soviet Union<br/>3. Saudi Arabia<br/>4. United Kingdom<br/>5. China-Japan<br/>6. Saudi Arabia<br/>7. Soviet Union<br/>8. United Kingdom<br/>9. Saudi Arabia<br/>10. Soviet Union<br/>11. China-Japan<br/>12. United Kingdom<br/>13. Saudi Arabia<br/>14. Soviet Union<br/>15. Soviet Union<br/>16. China-Japan<br/>17. United Kingdom<br/>18. China-Japan<br/><br/>Soviet Union = 6<br/>China-Japan = 4<br/>United Kingdom = 4<br/>Saudi Arabia = 4<br/><br/>In the China-Japan vs UK Decider match, UK wins!<br/><br/>RANKINGS:<br/>Soviet Union - 1st<br/>Saudi Arabia - 2nd<br/>United Kingdom - 3rd<br/><br/>RANKINGS OVERALL:<br/><br/>Soviet Union - 3<br/>China-Japan - <br/>United Kingdom - 1<br/>Saudi Arabia - 2</div></blockquote><br/>Canada announces that even though in the midst of this crisis they will send athletes to compete to represent democracy"
13666,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=175,2014-12-16T11:56:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"SECOND EVENT IS, FOOTBALL!<br/><br/>1. United Kingdom<br/>2. China-Japan<br/>3. Saudi Arabia<br/>4. China-Japan<br/>5. Soviet Union<br/>6. United Kingdom<br/>7. China-Japan<br/>8. Saudi Arabia<br/>9. China-Japan<br/>10. United Kingdom<br/>11. Soviet Union<br/>12. United Kingdom<br/>13. China-Japan<br/>14. China-Japan<br/>15. Saudi Arabia<br/>16. China-Japan<br/>17. Saudi Arabia<br/>18. Saudi Arabia<br/><br/>Soviet Union = 2<br/>China-Japan = 7<br/>United Kingdom = 4<br/>Saudi Arabia = 5<br/><br/>RANKINGS:<br/>China-Japan - 1st<br/>Saudi Arabia - 2nd<br/>United Kingdom - 3rd<br/><br/>RANKINGS OVERALL:<br/><br/>Soviet Union - 3<br/>China-Japan - 3<br/>United Kingdom - 2<br/>Saudi Arabia - 4<br/><br/>---<br/><br/>United Kingdom AUTOWINS Rugby, but only gaining one point.<br/><br/>RANKINGS OVERALL:<br/><br/>Soviet Union - 3<br/>China-Japan - 3<br/>United Kingdom - 3<br/>Saudi Arabia - 4<br/><br/>---<br/><br/>United Kingdom AUTOWINS Golf, but only gaining one point.<br/><br/>RANKINGS OVERALL:<br/><br/>Soviet Union - 3<br/>China-Japan - 3<br/>United Kingdom - 4<br/>Saudi Arabia - 4<br/><br/>---<br/><br/>United Kingdom AUTOWINS Tennis, but only gaining one point.<br/><br/>RANKINGS OVERALL:<br/><br/>Soviet Union - 3<br/>China-Japan - 3<br/>United Kingdom - 5<br/>Saudi Arabia - 4<br/><br/>---<br/><br/>Soviet Union AUTOWINS both Ice Hockey and Ice Skating, gaining 2 points for both combined.<br/><br/>RANKINGS OVERALL:<br/><br/>Soviet Union - 5<br/>China-Japan - 3<br/>United Kingdom - 5<br/>Saudi Arabia - 4<br/><br/>---<br/><br/>Soviet Union AUTOWINS Boating, gaining 1 point.<br/><br/>RANKINGS OVERALL:<br/><br/>Soviet Union - 6<br/>China-Japan - 3<br/>United Kingdom - 5<br/>Saudi Arabia - 4<br/><br/>---<br/><br/>RAPID RIDING IS CANCELLED.<br/><br/>---<br/><br/>TUG OF WAR IS CANCELLED.<br/><br/>---<br/><br/>More to come soon."
13667,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=175,2014-12-16T11:58:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Zechaslavia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22817883#p22817883"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22817790#p22817790"">wrote</a>:</cite>FIRST EVENT IS, MODERN PENTATHON!<br/><br/>1. Soviet Union<br/>2. Soviet Union<br/>3. Saudi Arabia<br/>4. United Kingdom<br/>5. China-Japan<br/>6. Saudi Arabia<br/>7. Soviet Union<br/>8. United Kingdom<br/>9. Saudi Arabia<br/>10. Soviet Union<br/>11. China-Japan<br/>12. United Kingdom<br/>13. Saudi Arabia<br/>14. Soviet Union<br/>15. Soviet Union<br/>16. China-Japan<br/>17. United Kingdom<br/>18. China-Japan<br/><br/>Soviet Union = 6<br/>China-Japan = 4<br/>United Kingdom = 4<br/>Saudi Arabia = 4<br/><br/>In the China-Japan vs UK Decider match, UK wins!<br/><br/>RANKINGS:<br/>Soviet Union - 1st<br/>Saudi Arabia - 2nd<br/>United Kingdom - 3rd<br/><br/>RANKINGS OVERALL:<br/><br/>Soviet Union - 3<br/>China-Japan - <br/>United Kingdom - 1<br/>Saudi Arabia - 2</div></blockquote><br/>Canada announces that even though in the midst of this crisis they will send athletes to compete to represent democracy</div></blockquote><br/>Sorry. Didn't see till too late. Will include you in later ones."
13668,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=175,2014-12-16T11:59:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Valyrian Freeholds <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22817845#p22817845"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Sultanate has announced it is sending 200 tanks to the border with Morocco, to stem immigrants from coming in</div></blockquote><br/>The Soviet Union wonders on what to do, before returning to the crisis in Canada.<br/><br/>KGB agents in Canada are spying and so far have found nothing about the Capitalist Canadians or the Communist Canadians."
13669,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=175,2014-12-16T12:09:00,Zechaslavia,"Canadian athletes arrive in Moscow today and are ready to compete for the next sport<br/>In Victoria, BC the CCP have announced that this is their new capital, away from the capitalist east.<br/>Canadian forces have started a skirmish with armed pro communist rebels in the city of Calgary, Alberta. Meanwhile in Saskatchewan another regiment of Canadian soldiers joins the communist side, forming the Free Canadian Communist Army (FCCA)"
13670,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=175,2014-12-16T12:11:00,Harkback Union,"While the rest of the world is playing games and fighting pointless wars, Franco-Iberia is building a bright future for its citizens... and also begins research of nuclear power."
13671,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=175,2014-12-16T12:23:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"The Soviets are now having many trains go from East Germany to Moscow, but the trains are not classical passenger trains. They are luxurious trains, getting right-of-way at every place on the line. Sources say all important officials are not travelling, so what is going on, ask many people around the world?"
13672,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=175,2014-12-16T12:33:00,Archegnum,"Sweden enters the world stage by asking all nations to recognise its status as a neutral power. However, it is clear that most Swedes favour western influence over Soviet.<br/><br/>Information is also leaked that Sweden has begun researching the atomic bomb. Stockholm refuses to confirm or deny this."
13673,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=175,2014-12-16T12:37:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>Archegnum <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22818185#p22818185"">wrote</a>:</cite>Sweden enters the world stage by asking all nations to recognise its status as a neutral power. However, it is clear that most Swedes favour western influence over Soviet.<br/><br/>Information is also leaked that Sweden has begun researching the atomic bomb. Stockholm refuses to confirm or deny this.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Franco-Iberia wishes to help the Swedish nuclear program if in exchange, Sweden Supports the Franco-Iberian.<br/><br/>In other words, We would like to pool our research efforts."
13674,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=175,2014-12-16T12:40:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"The Soviets recognise Sweden as neutral, but are wary of the bomb program."
13675,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=175,2014-12-16T12:41:00,Archegnum,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22818209#p22818209"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Franco-Iberia wishes to help the Swedish nuclear program if in exchange, Sweden Supports the Franco-Iberian.<br/><br/>In other words, We would like to pool our research efforts.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Sweden realises that it cannot conceal its nuclear research any longer, and agrees to cooperate with Franco-Iberia. The Swedish government emphasises that this is not any form of military alliance, merely a joint research effort, therefore preserving the nation's neutrality.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22818228#p22818228"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Soviets recognise Sweden as neutral, but are wary of the bomb program.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Sweden thanks the Soviet Union for its recognition - this is a relief to the government."
13676,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=175,2014-12-16T12:49:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>Archegnum <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22818243#p22818243"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22818209#p22818209"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Franco-Iberia wishes to help the Swedish nuclear program if in exchange, Sweden Supports the Franco-Iberian.<br/><br/>In other words, We would like to pool our research efforts.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Sweden realises that it cannot conceal its nuclear research any longer, and agrees to cooperate with Franco-Iberia. The Swedish government emphasises that this is not any form of military alliance, merely a joint research effort, therefore preserving the nation's neutrality.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22818228#p22818228"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Soviets recognise Sweden as neutral, but are wary of the bomb program.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Sweden thanks the Soviet Union for its recognition - this is a relief to the government.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Franco-Iberia and its allies also recognize Sweden. Uranium mining begins in southern France and an enrichment facility is built, along with an experimental reactor near the Swiss border, where swiss and Swedish scientists are invited to help the research efforts."
13677,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=175,2014-12-16T12:52:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,We start work on using diesel trains on the Trans-Siberian.
13678,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=175,2014-12-16T13:05:00,Archegnum,"Sweden begins to mine uranium from Ranstadsverket. Swedish scientists accept the invitation to co-research at the experimental reactor near Switzerland, and invites Franco-Iberian scientists to the newly constructed experimental reactor at an unknown location near Stockholm.<br/><br/>An offer is made to Norway to reunite as the Kingdom of Scandinavia. The response of Norway should be received by the next page. If this union takes place, the new nation will continue to be neutral and will maintain the same international agreements as Sweden."
13679,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=175,2014-12-16T13:27:00,Valyrian Freeholds,"The Sehmet Sultanate would like to confirm it's backing of the Franco-Iberia sensibility, work makes a good nation, not war"
13680,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=175,2014-12-16T13:35:00,Archegnum,"Sweden requests that the Sultanate formally recognises its neutrality. (sorry, one-liner)"
13681,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=175,2014-12-16T13:54:00,Valyrian Freeholds,The Sultanate will not accept Swedish neutrality until it can prove it's peaceful intentions for it's nuclear program
13682,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=175,2014-12-16T13:58:00,Archegnum,"The Swedish government announces that the potential Swedish nuclear arsenal will only be used for defence, working upon the developing principals of mutual assured destruction (MAD), and adopting a 'no first use' (NFU) policy. Nuclear weapons will be used to maintain a military neutrality (a neutral state that is capable of defending itself through military means, e.g. Switzerland).<br/><br/>These will only be put into effect, of course, once Sweden possesses one or several nuclear weapons."
13683,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=175,2014-12-16T14:04:00,Harkback Union,"The Join Nuclear Program makes significant progress. Within a month, A working reactor is constructed. Right now, It costs more energy to maintain it then what's gained, but French engineers are already working on a more efficient design. Scientists arrive in Sweden to help their research efforts as well with a good Idea on how to put together an atomic bomb."
13684,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=175,2014-12-16T14:10:00,Valyrian Freeholds,"Emir Makh Khan and Emir Lainti Khan have both taken their armies and invaded Morocco, this comes following multiple violent protests in the capital Rabat. We consider the Moroccan government unstable and hope to bring peace and self worth to the tattered country"
13685,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=175,2014-12-16T14:17:00,Archegnum,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22819058#p22819058"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Join Nuclear Program makes significant progress. Within a month, A working reactor is constructed. Right now, It costs more energy to maintain it then what's gained, but French engineers are already working on a more efficient design. Scientists arrive in Sweden to help their research efforts as well with a good Idea on how to put together an atomic bomb.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Sweden outlines its plans to Franco-Iberia: for Sweden, a nuclear weapon (or multiple) is first priority, in response to potential and expected hostilities with either Soviet Russia or western nations. Subsequently, nuclear power stations - if the technology is deemed safe and efficient enough - to bring cheap electricity to the nation and the eventual construction of a national grid."
13686,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=175,2014-12-16T14:30:00,Badassistanian,The Saudi troops raise the flag carefully over the Syrian capital building and anex the area. Arabia is pleased to be in 2cnd place of the games and celebrates.<br/>occ: can i get a more visible color on the map(something thats easier to see)
13687,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=175,2014-12-16T14:31:00,Valyrian Freeholds,"The Sehmet Sultanate has announced it has successfully annexed Morocco, this is a good day for the war torn North Africa"
13688,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=175,2014-12-16T14:50:00,Archegnum,Sweden again requests that the international community publicly recognises it as a neutral state.
13689,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=175,2014-12-16T14:57:00,Gyrenaica,"The Peoples Federative Republic of the West Indies revises plan to build a communist empire, starting with taking Colombia. We ask that no one interfere with our intentions and in return they will not be bothered."
13690,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=200,2014-12-16T14:59:00,Badassistanian,"the Saudi government passes an act to take control of the horn of Africa, the date of the invasion is unknown. we offer oil trade to all country's that dont interfere with our plans."
13691,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=200,2014-12-16T15:01:00,Gyrenaica,"The Peoples Federative Republic of the West Indies offers up an alliance with China, Saudi Arabia, The USSR, and Franco-Iberia."
13692,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=200,2014-12-16T15:02:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Gyrenaica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22819639#p22819639"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Peoples Federative Republic of the West Indies offers up an alliance with China, Saudi Arabia, The USSR, and Franco-Iberia.</div></blockquote><br/>We agree."
13693,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=200,2014-12-16T15:03:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Gyrenaica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22819639#p22819639"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Peoples Federative Republic of the West Indies offers up an alliance with China, Saudi Arabia, The USSR, and Franco-Iberia.</div></blockquote><br/>we agree"
13694,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=200,2014-12-16T15:03:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22819651#p22819651"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Gyrenaica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22819639#p22819639"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Peoples Federative Republic of the West Indies offers up an alliance with China, Saudi Arabia, The USSR, and Franco-Iberia.</div></blockquote><br/>We agree.</div></blockquote><br/>occ: we have control of syria and please get me a darker color"
13695,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=200,2014-12-16T15:04:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22819331#p22819331"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Saudi troops raise the flag carefully over the Syrian capital building and anex the area. Arabia is pleased to be in 2cnd place of the games and celebrates. <br/>occ: can i get a more visible color on the map(something thats easier to see)</div></blockquote><br/>Sure.<br/><br/>Date: 1947 January<br/><br/>BREAKING NEWS!<br/><br/>The Soviets have sent Sputnik 1 into orbit! This is a joyful moment for us!"
13696,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=200,2014-12-16T15:21:00,Archegnum,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22819620#p22819620"">wrote</a>:</cite>the Saudi government passes an act to take control of the horn of Africa, the date of the invasion is unknown. we offer oil trade to all country's that dont interfere with our plans.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Sweden is willing to trade with Saudi Arabia's empire for oil, in return for unrefined uranium.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22819674#p22819674"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22819331#p22819331"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Saudi troops raise the flag carefully over the Syrian capital building and anex the area. Arabia is pleased to be in 2cnd place of the games and celebrates. <br/>occ: can i get a more visible color on the map(something thats easier to see)</div></blockquote><br/>Sure.<br/><br/>Date: 1947 January<br/><br/>BREAKING NEWS!<br/><br/>The Soviets have sent Sputnik 1 into orbit! This is a joyful moment for us!</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Sweden sends its congratulations to the Soviet Union, but has concerns over what the new technology could be used for.<br/><br/>BREAKING NEWS<br/><br/>Norway agrees to enter into a much closer relationship with Sweden. Both remain separate countries within the same nation (like the UK). Norway is now regarded as Swedish territory. Together, they fotm Scandinavia."
13697,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=200,2014-12-16T16:20:00,Togeria,"Korea learning from the Japanese empire begin training troops extensively. Focusing just about everything on economy, education, and military, as they begin building their first aircraft carrier, along with 2 destroyers. These are only the start, as Korea begins a mass modernization process. Yet some country men are against this, preferring tradition over the modern world."
13698,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=200,2014-12-16T23:16:00,Bendicion,"The Union starts building a skyscraper of 20 stories.In egypt,the Suez is being retrofitted."
13699,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=200,2014-12-17T02:06:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>Gyrenaica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22819639#p22819639"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Peoples Federative Republic of the West Indies offers up an alliance with China, Saudi Arabia, The USSR, and Franco-Iberia.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Franco Iberia agrees to a defensive alliance and also offers to trade Industrial goods for raw materials. Rubber and Aluminium are most sought after and franco-Iberia is willing to help the west-Indies build dams and aluminium smelters if the end product is exported to France.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, A Working nuclear power plant enters operation in France and dozens of new reactors are being built. Safety, Security and reliability were the top concerns during construction. To avert meltdowns, The reactor core can be controlled by a heavy metal frame that slides into the core in an event of emergency and prevent neutron travel between the fuel rods from taking place, hence shutting down the reactor. The reactors are also surrounded by large security details."
13700,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=200,2014-12-17T02:08:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,The Soviet Union loads its atom bomb onto a plane.
13701,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=200,2014-12-17T02:21:00,Kumbhalgarh,"The chineese empire now consists of: China, Japan, Bhutan, Malaysia, Indonesia, Taiwan, Hong Kong, Thailand, and Cambodia."
13702,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=200,2014-12-17T02:22:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22824917#p22824917"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Gyrenaica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22819639#p22819639"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Peoples Federative Republic of the West Indies offers up an alliance with China, Saudi Arabia, The USSR, and Franco-Iberia.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Franco Iberia agrees to a defensive alliance and also offers to trade Industrial goods for raw materials. Rubber and Aluminium are most sought after and franco-Iberia is willing to help the west-Indies build dams and aluminium smelters if the end product is exported to France.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, A Working nuclear power plant enters operation in France and dozens of new reactors are being built. Safety, Security and reliability were the top concerns during construction. To avert meltdowns, The reactor core can be controlled by a heavy metal frame that slides into the core in an event of emergency and prevent neutron travel between the fuel rods from taking place, hence shutting down the reactor. The reactors are also surrounded by large security details.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>The chineese government agrees to this alliance, only if the west indies and Franco Iberia send 100,000 soldiers to help China conquer the phillipines."
13703,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=200,2014-12-17T02:23:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22824965#p22824965"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22824917#p22824917"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Franco Iberia agrees to a defensive alliance and also offers to trade Industrial goods for raw materials. Rubber and Aluminium are most sought after and franco-Iberia is willing to help the west-Indies build dams and aluminium smelters if the end product is exported to France.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, A Working nuclear power plant enters operation in France and dozens of new reactors are being built. Safety, Security and reliability were the top concerns during construction. To avert meltdowns, The reactor core can be controlled by a heavy metal frame that slides into the core in an event of emergency and prevent neutron travel between the fuel rods from taking place, hence shutting down the reactor. The reactors are also surrounded by large security details.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>The chineese government agrees to this alliance, only if the west indies and Franco Iberia send 100,000 soldiers to help China conquer the phillipines.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Franco Iberia is too busy working on the 4-year plan. No time for wars. We will help you get nukes though if in exchange you trade rare-earth metals with us. Those are really useful for high-tech industry."
13704,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=200,2014-12-17T02:28:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22824970#p22824970"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22824965#p22824965"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><br/>The chineese government agrees to this alliance, only if the west indies and Franco Iberia send 100,000 soldiers to help China conquer the phillipines.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Franco Iberia is too busy working on the 4-year plan. No time for wars. We will help you get nukes though if in exchange you trade rare-earth metals with us. Those are really useful for high-tech industry.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The chineese government heartily accepts the trade offer. Nuclear technology is much needed in China. The exchange of Raw Earth Metals will be fulfiled."
13705,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=200,2014-12-17T04:04:00,Bendicion,"The Union Prime Minister inspects the construction of a rocket,signalling British entry to Space Age.The Union also plans to build in its colonies 4000 schools by the end of the year, 16700 km of paved roads and masssive spending on construction in cities in colonies.<br/><br/>The German Empire establishes technology schools to bolster intelligence to the modern world.The territory of Austria is being modernized as 300 schools are being made."
13706,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=200,2014-12-17T04:08:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bendicion <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22825273#p22825273"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Union Prime Minister inspects the construction of a rocket,signalling British entry to Space Age.The Union also plans to build in its colonies 4000 schools by the end of the year, 16700 km of paved roads and masssive spending on construction in cities in colonies.<br/><br/>The German Empire establishes technology schools to bolster intelligence to the modern world.The territory of Austria is being modernized as 300 schools are being made.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/><br/>The Chineese government requests to trade with the German Empire, and also gives them a chance to take revenge on U.S.A If you send soldiers to phillipines we can destroy American presence there."
13707,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=200,2014-12-17T04:26:00,Bendicion,"The German Empire agrees to trade,but we must keep it minimal,we are transitioning from war's effects.We do not seek revenge against USA,we are afraid of wars horrors."
13708,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=200,2014-12-17T04:31:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bendicion <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22825325#p22825325"">wrote</a>:</cite>The German Empire agrees to trade,but we must keep it minimal,we are transitioning from war's effects.We do not seek revenge against USA,we are afraid of wars horrors.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>The chineese government ensures you that U.S.A is no match for the communist alliace."
13709,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=200,2014-12-17T04:36:00,Harkback Union,Blueprints of fail-safe Nuclear reactors and uranium enrichment facilities are handed over to china. The shipment of rare earth metals are then used by swiss scientists to construct a prototype super-computer which uses transistor technology instead of vacuum tubes. It is capable of 1000 calculations per second.
13710,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=200,2014-12-17T04:39:00,Bendicion,"The German Empire is not communist, the East is i suppose.We will agree on trade."
13711,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=200,2014-12-17T04:56:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"Sputnik 2 is launched, carrying a dog. The world is now shocked at this, and it is reported the dog survived the flight into space, but didn't come back."
13712,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=200,2014-12-17T05:05:00,Bendicion,The British start investing in commercial airlines to maximize travels and earnings.The feat of USSR is advertised in many planes.The Union calls for a more standarized budget to increase the Space program.
13713,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=200,2014-12-17T06:28:00,Kumbhalgarh,"The Chineese government starts producing Nuclear weapons, soon China will be nuclear armed."
13714,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=200,2014-12-17T09:32:00,Archegnum,"BREAKING NEWS<br/><br/>Sweden has obtained its first nuclear bomb, from cooperation with Franco-Iberia. Designs for an appropriate bomber aircraft should be completed fairly quickly, with this method of deployment likely to be ready for use in approximately two pages.<br/><br/>Efforts are now turned towards nuclear power. Sweden, within the research agreement, offers a deal: the two nations could continue to assist each other scientifically until both have nuclear weapons and nuclear power.<br/><br/>Sweden yet again requests that more countries recognise its status as a neutral power."
13715,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=225,2014-12-17T09:34:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Archegnum <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22827300#p22827300"">wrote</a>:</cite>BREAKING NEWS<br/><br/>Sweden has obtained its first nuclear bomb, from cooperation with Franco-Iberia. Designs for an appropriate bomber aircraft should be completed fairly quickly, with this method of deployment likely to be ready for use in approximately two pages.<br/><br/>Efforts are now turned towards nuclear power. Sweden, within the research agreement, offers a deal: the two nations could continue to assist each other scientifically until both have nuclear weapons and nuclear power.<br/><br/>Sweden yet again requests that more countries recognise its status as a neutral power.</div></blockquote><br/>No Nuclear. Atomic."
13716,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=225,2014-12-17T10:12:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22827331#p22827331"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Archegnum <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22827300#p22827300"">wrote</a>:</cite>BREAKING NEWS<br/><br/>Sweden has obtained its first nuclear bomb, from cooperation with Franco-Iberia. Designs for an appropriate bomber aircraft should be completed fairly quickly, with this method of deployment likely to be ready for use in approximately two pages.<br/><br/>Efforts are now turned towards nuclear power. Sweden, within the research agreement, offers a deal: the two nations could continue to assist each other scientifically until both have nuclear weapons and nuclear power.<br/><br/>Sweden yet again requests that more countries recognise its status as a neutral power.</div></blockquote><br/>No Nuclear. Atomic.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Its probably not Hidrogen. That would be thermo-nuclear.<br/>Besides, Satellite technology is roughly from the same years as hidrogen bombs."
13717,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=225,2014-12-17T10:12:00,Kumbhalgarh,The Chineese government has now taken over Phillipines.
13718,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=225,2014-12-17T11:21:00,Archegnum,"OOC: Yes, atomic, that's what I meant *grumbles*"
13719,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=225,2014-12-17T11:23:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"OOC: Guys, we're planning on replacing this with a new thread. It will be The Communist Bloc only, but I'm prepared to let a few outsiders in if they've played before."
13720,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=225,2014-12-17T11:53:00,Zechaslavia,The FCCA have taken ground in western Canada and has began pushing out the Canadian army. Today William Lyon Mackenzie King asks for democratic nations of the world to aim him in this civil war against communism. The candian air force has now began to bomb railways in western Canada to slow down the FCCAs advancement and the pro communist militia
13721,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=225,2014-12-17T12:05:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Zechaslavia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323841&amp;p=22828522#p22828522"">wrote</a>:</cite>The FCCA have taken ground in western Canada and has began pushing out the Canadian army. Today William Lyon Mackenzie King asks for democratic nations of the world to aim him in this civil war against communism. The candian air force has now began to bomb railways in western Canada to slow down the FCCAs advancement and the pro communist militia</div></blockquote><br/>The USSR finally decides to support the Communists."
13722,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=225,2014-12-19T06:18:00,Gyrenaica,"After weeks of fighting, Colombia surrenders to the PFRWI. In total, 19,000 troops died and 32,800 were wounded in action.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Russia<br/>Encryption: 2KJ72U27M2R<br/>Subject: Americans<br/>My friend, I am afraid that America has plans to remove us from power. We worry thst they plan to attack very soon.</blockquote>"
13723,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=225,2014-12-19T06:34:00,Bendicion,"Guys could you help me in an RP.Please support me!<br/><a class=""postlink-local"" href=""http://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=5&amp;t=323953"">viewtopic.php?f=5&amp;t=323953</a>"
13724,"Interwar years (RP, IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323841&start=225,2014-12-19T10:49:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,CLOSED<br/><br/>TG ME FOR LINK TO NEW THREAD.
13725,Twisted: NYAT Reversed (IC Invite Only),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323888,2014-12-16T12:22:00,Apolitistos,"<span style=""color: #004080""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bridget</span><br/><br/>Bridget had woken that morning feeling refreshed. She walked out of her bedroom, looking at the one she shared her bed with. Sitting up, she brushed his hair out of his face. ""Good morning, my sweet."" She whispered, kissing him on the forehead. She got out of bed, then put on a royal blue satin robe. She looked at herself in the mirror. ""Oh, god, I look hideous!"" She gasped, looking at her disheveled hair, smeared makeup, and hickeys. She scoffed and looked at the boy sleeping in her bed. She strode over to him and shook him. ""Wake up, dammit!"" She yelled at him.</span><br/><br/><span style=""color: #BF0040""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Darcy</span><br/><br/>Darcy sat in her garden, humming. She held her parasol above her head and watched as her younger sister fed the birds. ""Why don't you join me, Darcy?"" The girl asked. ""Oh, sweetie, I would love to. But you see, I don't want to get bread underneath my nails. You understand, don't you, darling?"" She said, giving the small girl a beaming smile. The girl sighed and stalked off, obviously upset with her older sister. Darcy sighed, looking at her nails. ""I hope she understands when she's older."" She said, as if it were a pity she didn't understand.</span><br/><br/><span style=""color: #808000""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Enid</span><br/><br/>Enid sighed, getting ready for the day. She put on a men's leather riding outfit, coupled with a black cloak and a simple side braid. ""Another day in the life as Death Girl. Lovely."" She muttered, looking at herself in a small mirror. ""A pirates life for me."" She added as a bitter afterthought. She left her room, walking into the dark hallway lit by torches. Enid and her enthralled followers lived in a desecrated castle that had been abandoned for years. She loved the Gothic look of the broken castle. ""How are you today, Miss?"" She heard quite a few times as she made her way to breakfast. Each time, she replied with a clipped ""Fine.""</span>"
13726,Twisted: NYAT Reversed (IC Invite Only),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323888,2014-12-16T12:55:00,OneEarth,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Froyli</span><br/><br/>Froyli Deus was in the middle of a nice dream, which he was controlling. In it, the girl he had slept with the night before was in chains, begging to be whipped. He smirked, getting ready to please her when she screamed ""Wake up!"". Froyli sighed, slowly ending the dream and coming into consciousness. He looked over and saw Bridget, the 'love of his life'.<br/><br/>""Good morning dear."" he said, before slipping out of bed.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Oracle</span><br/><br/>The Oracle slowly awoke from his night's rest, feeling decisively at peace. He stood up, knowing today would simply be another day of checking the corruption of the police, the antics of the Thieves and destruction of the Freak Show. He sighed, pulling his white hood over his head and face and quickly grabbed a few relics: The Staff of Serpentera, the Gauntlet of Light and the Pendent of Pyrosia.<br/><br/>The Staff took the form of a bracelet on his left hand, under the robes he wore, and the Gauntlet was white, so as to be hidden. The Pendent, he placed on the emblem that adorned his chest. None would be able to see any of the relics he now bared. It was time for him to check up on the thieves.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Arthur</span><br/><br/>Arthur walked into the Police Station, finding his desk and looking through an old book. He was the police's source of magical information. Everything they knew about magic came from him. What they didn't know, however, was that Arthur had been hunting for Five Ancient Relics, in order to perform and ancient ritual right under the noses of the police. The Oracle, however, had known about it, and had been stopping him every step of the way.<br/><br/>""Hey, Detective Bowen,"" Arthur called, ""I'll be back tonight, I'm going to go check on our 'friends'.""<br/><br/>Arthur left the station, his eyes glowing a deep, blood red."
13727,Twisted: NYAT Reversed (IC Invite Only),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323888,2014-12-16T13:52:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Owen Riley</span><br/><br/>Owen woke up bright and early on a lovely morning. the sun was shining, the birds were singing and Owen was smiling. Owen quickly rushed out of his house and began hurrying down the path towards the combined starving puppy-homeless shelter that he often volunteered at. To Owen everything in the world was bright and he smiled at everyone he saw.<br/><br/>""There goes the kindest child that God ever put on his green Earth."" Owen heard an elderly man comment as he walked by him and immediately felt humbled that someone would think of him in such a way. But also knew that it wasn't true. There were plenty of people that were much kinder than him. He just liked doing his part.<br/><br/>Owen eventually got to the shelter and began serving the homeless with practiced efficiency. Making sure they were all well fed and cared for.<span style=""font-style: italic"">If only Alex would come with him to help these people </span>Owen lamented, but he couldn't be angry with his sister; everyone did things in there own way and he couldn't get angry at someone for living their life the way they wanted to."
13728,Twisted: NYAT Reversed (IC Invite Only),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323888,2014-12-16T14:29:00,Apolitistos,"<span style=""color: #004080""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bridget</span><br/><br/>Bridget sighed and rolled her eyes. ""Yeah, yeah, whatever. Would it kill you to get me some breakfast, asshole?"" She asked, moving into the bathroom. After a moment, she came back and planted a sweet kiss on his cheek. ""I'm just playing, darling. But seriously, please make me something to eat. I'll have to go to work soon, you know."" She cooed at him, then moved back into the bathroom. ""Ugh. How am I suppose to hide these marks? What is it with you and hickeys?"" She asked, shaking her head and gingerly touching the marks on her neck. Truth be told, she didn't like him leaving marks on her. It implied that he owned her, when it was actually quite the opposite. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Next time, I'll give him a few love bites. Show everyone that someone owns him.</span> She thought to herself, smirking at her reflection in the mirror.</span><br/><br/><span style=""color: #808000""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Enid</span><br/><br/>Enid sat in her dining hall, munching on some bacon, when suddenly she felt a vision come on. ""Oh, god."" She whimpered, then leaned back, her eyes going black.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">The homeless shelter in London. Some poor man had just arrived, starving and sick. He could barely make it past the stairs, however, and fell to the ground. A boy came out and helped him in, assisting him. The homeless man whispered ""Thank you."" to him before his body suddenly gave out and he fell to the ground, dead.</span><br/><br/>Enid snapped out of it and shook her head, her eyes returning to normal. She stood up abruptly. ""I'm leaving for London!"" She announced, then disappeared into thin air. She reappeared in the homeless shelter, seeing the man destined for death trying to make his way to the building. She sighed. She always hated this part.</span>"
13729,Twisted: NYAT Reversed (IC Invite Only),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323888,2014-12-16T15:07:00,NyanInk,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Willow</span><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">In an Abandoned Apartment building...</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">BZZT BZZT BZZT BZZT BZZ--</span>""Ugh broken piec' a crap..."" She smacked the alarm clock and looked at the time. ""6:00?! Aw man its too early! The shop's still closed..."" She stretched and looked at herself in the mirror--Same greasy shirt, same dark jeans with bleach spots, same black Katana. She straightened her hair (Only to mess it up more) and walked to the ""kitchen"" (Busted Mini-fridge, Marble counter piece.) She washed her hands, revealing the black tattoos adorning her arms. She decided it would be best to look around town today for a new shirt. She wasn't poor, just lazy...and maybe evil, in some aspects. She didn't seek power or anything, she just wanted the glory. Turning in old allies for money was a nice income after a while. She grabbed her jacket and hid the Katana in a secret Sheath in her backpack. She was the only one who could open it. Popping a flame onto her finger, she lit a candle by the window and walked into the streets.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Myia</span><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Secret lab in a cave...</span><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Loading ASASSIN3.4.4.4.4.5.0 OP...</span>""Professor, any missions today?"" She activated en click. ""An AI voice replied ""Hit target applications: ZERO. TIME BALANCE DISRUPTED."" ""Perfect."" She changed her skin and put on a dress. ""Time to do recon, then..."" She walked outside, now dawning the appearance of a blond-haired, blue-eyed normal teen girl.<span style=""font-style: italic"">These humans have no idea who I am...excellent. Mister must have gotten the right information taken care of...</span>He laughed to herself, catching the eye of a group of boys. She waved kindly but kept walking.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Sakura</span><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">In a makeshift camp...</span><br/>""What to take today?"" She stood and grabbed her knife, making sure the campfire was put out, and set out for the town. Her girly charm always got her what she needed, but when it came to finding her sister...not so much. ""I'll find you today..."" She smiled into the sunshine. ""Such a nice day..."" she made her way through the woods, in near sight of the town."
13730,Twisted: NYAT Reversed (IC Invite Only),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323888,2014-12-16T15:19:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Owen Riley</span><br/><br/>As Owen was going about his work a co-worker pointed out that another elderly man was trying to come into the building, however he seemed much weaker than the others and was having trouble making his way inside. Owen dropped what he was doing and went to the entrance of the building to help the man. He was struggling up the stairs. ""I'll help you."" Owen offered relieved when he saw the man smile at him. He often felt that he may come off as condescending sometimes and he didn't want to be like that. Owen draped the man's arm over his shoulder and walked with him. ""Come on it's just a few more steps."" Owen said cheerfully, walking the man up the steps. He glanced around and saw a girl standing watching. He smiled brightly at her before continuing to help the man."
13731,Twisted: NYAT Reversed (IC Invite Only),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323888,2014-12-16T16:34:00,Togeria,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">ARCO</span><br/>Arco was rushing home, he was racing his brother Derrick,""I'll beat you without breaking a sweat."" He called out to Derrick, him only being 1yr older. His lungs burnt as they neared the apartment in Liverpool, gosh it was a reck, but it was what they could afford.....for now. Mom had just gotten him new clothes for school, and he had been studying history, he loved learning about war, they just got done learning about Rome. His brother jumped ahead of him, and climbed up the complex.<br/><br/>""Wow! How'd you do that.""<br/><br/>""That's for me to know, and you to learn.""<br/><br/>He tried to copy him, slowly going up, as he heard the people from the street call them lunies, well at least he was getting exercise right? As they went to the window his brother handing him a hair piece, they climed to the balcony, and he went to the window, ""Remember Arco, it's all in the wrist."" His brother said."
13732,Twisted: NYAT Reversed (IC Invite Only),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323888,2014-12-17T08:48:00,Apolitistos,"<span style=""color: #BF0040""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Darcy</span><br/><br/>Darcy sighed and stood, walking out of her garden, but being careful to take the path. She didn't dare get her dress dirty. Her father had to pay a lot of money for this dress! She carried her parasol lightly over her head, keeping the sun off her back. Too much sun was bad for you, after all. She glided through her house, as a lady should always do, and made her way to her fathers study. ""Daddy, I'm bored. There is nothing to do in this house."" She complained, settling on the edge of a chair. ""Why don't you go out and have a new dress made or something?"" Her father said, brushing her off. Darcy sighed and stood, leaving the room. She found a seat next to a window and looked out, seeing London in the distance. ""I need something new. Something exciting."" She whispered to herself.</span><br/><br/><span style=""color: #808000""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Enid</span><br/><br/>Enid kept a straight face, not even acknowledging the boys smile. <span style=""font-style: italic"">You won't be smiling for long.</span> She thought, then walked into the open doorway. She only had to wait a moment before the man began dying in the boys arms. Enid reached out her hand and extended it to the soul who left his body. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Hello.</span> The man told her, looking lost. They always looked lost. ""Come."" She said quietly, then took the souls hand and guided him outside. ""Just a moment."" She told him, then swept her hand, opening a portal only she and the soul could see. ""Right through there."" She told him. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Thank you.</span> The soul said, nodding at her before going through the portal. ""Another one down."" She murmured, then turned to see the boy from before staring at her. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Whoops. Forgot to go invisible. Now I just look like a crazy person.</span> She thought.</span>"
13733,Twisted: NYAT Reversed (IC Invite Only),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323888,2014-12-17T09:25:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Owen Riley</span><br/><br/>Owen's attention fell on the girl that he had seen standing in the middle of the street. She had walked up the stairs and now stood there, pretending that there was someone with her and talking to herself. He grew concerned with her and decided he would try to help her next. After a momentary lapse in concentration he remembered the man that he was helping, and turned around to find him staring blank; not moving at all... his whole body was just limp.<br/><br/>Owen let go and he fell to the floor, his hands didn't even come up to protect himself; he just fell. Owen fell to his knees and cradled the man in his arms.<span style=""font-style: italic"">This couldn't be happening</span>. The man was dying. Tears softly trickled down Owen's cheeks. ""Get some help."" he whimpered to the girl. Holding the man."
13734,Twisted: NYAT Reversed (IC Invite Only),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323888,2014-12-17T10:05:00,OneEarth,"<blockquote><div><cite>Apolitistos <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323888&amp;p=22819330#p22819330"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""color: #004080""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bridget</span><br/><br/>Bridget sighed and rolled her eyes. ""Yeah, yeah, whatever. Would it kill you to get me some breakfast, asshole?"" She asked, moving into the bathroom. After a moment, she came back and planted a sweet kiss on his cheek. ""I'm just playing, darling. But seriously, please make me something to eat. I'll have to go to work soon, you know."" She cooed at him, then moved back into the bathroom. ""Ugh. How am I suppose to hide these marks? What is it with you and hickeys?"" She asked, shaking her head and gingerly touching the marks on her neck. Truth be told, she didn't like him leaving marks on her. It implied that he owned her, when it was actually quite the opposite. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Next time, I'll give him a few love bites. Show everyone that someone owns him.</span> She thought to herself, smirking at her reflection in the mirror.</span></div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Yes, dear,"" Froyli sighed, ""Sorry, dear.""<br/><br/>He made his way to the kitchen, expertly creating Bridget's favorite breakfast before eating a simple bagel for his own. Froyli used his air manipulation to quickly tidy the place up a bit, and then waited for his lovely girlfriend to leave, so he could head off to work as well. Granted, his work was much more secret than hers.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Arthur</span><br/><br/>Arthur walked about the streets, a notebook in his hand. He decided to go on and get people on his side for when he collected the relics, to recruit people to harness the powers he would unleash. Arthur thumbed through the notebook, looking through pages upon pages as he tried to decide on four people, out of the hundreds that he had been keeping tabs on.<br/><br/>""This one seems interesting."" Arthur said to himself, ""Darcy. A rich, bored girl. Perfect, let's pay this young lady a visit.""<br/><br/>Arthur's right hand began to glow the same shade of crimson as his outfit, an odd pattern of energy surrounding his hand. A crimson portal opened, and he stepped into it, traveling almost instantaneously to the rich girl.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Oracle</span><br/><br/>The Oracle roamed the rooftops, watching for any sign of trouble or corruption. He had become a legend in London, most praising him for his bravery, others condemning him for interfering with the police. The Oracle didn't care what others thought, he only cared about keeping this world safe. That's when he saw the flash of crimson.<br/><br/>""Arthur."" the Oracle growled through clenched teeth, ""What is that vile sorcerer up too now?!""<br/><br/>He crept towards the spot where he had seen the flash of crimson, and sighed when he saw no one there. Stepping into a shadow, he traveled to the streets below. He waved his right hand over the area, the Gauntlet of Light glowing a bright white. The Oracle quickly discerned the dark magic that was used here, but was unsure of where Arthur had used it to travel too."
13735,Twisted: NYAT Reversed (IC Invite Only),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323888,2014-12-17T11:25:00,Apolitistos,"<span style=""color: #004080""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bridget</span><br/><br/>Bridget came out of their bedroom wearing some sort of purple velvet half dress with leather pants underneath. She grabbed her breakfast from Froyli and began eating. ""Thank you, sweetheart."" She said, her voice sounding sickly sweet, like someone poured too much sugar paste over her words as they came out of her mouth. She finished quickly, then got up and left, giving Froyli a quick kiss on the cheek. She made her way to Tiny Tim, the Theives hideout. She had no idea why anyone had decided to name the huge clock tower Tiny Tim, but she didn't care. It made a suitable hideout and Froyli was never around to see her kissing the boys of her group, though sometimes she liked to kiss girls. Of course, she only ever had sex with her beloved Froyli. But there were no rules stating she couldn't kiss whoever she wanted, right?</span><br/><br/><span style=""color: #808000""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Enid</span><br/><br/>Enid laughed a little. <span style=""font-style: italic"">So naive. It's pathetic.</span> She thought. ""There's no helping him now, kid."" She said, turning away. ""He's moved on. I guarantee you he's in a much better place now."" She told him over her shoulder, revealing a pale cheek from under the shadow of her hood. ""This world is full of corruption and evil. No wonder he just died. Probably hated it here. I know I do."" She told him, unsure of why she was revealing how she felt to him.</span>"
13736,Twisted: NYAT Reversed (IC Invite Only),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323888,2014-12-17T11:35:00,OneEarth,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Froyli</span><br/><br/>Froyli waited for about thirty minutes after Bridget had left before getting ready himself. After cleaning up a bit and putting on clean clothes, he headed to the abandoned carnival outside of London. Froyli quickly made his way to the secret passageway and was soon in the lair of his gang, the Freak Show. They were the rivals of the Thieves of Tiny Tim, and a pain the butt of the corrupted police department, as well as a force to be reckoned with against the crown. They mostly stuck to partying and stealing things, however.<br/><br/>""Hey Fro-Fro!"" called a young girl, about fifteen, as she ran up to him.<br/>""Well hey there Harlequin,"" he laughed, catching as she jumped into his arms and started kissing him.<br/><br/>A few other girls, ranging from fifteen to twenty-two, all came up to get a turn with the leader of the Freak Show. He was glad Bridget didn't know about this, or they would be dead.<br/><br/>""Who wants a turn with the whip later?"" he asked with a wink, and every girl in his vicinity began begging to be chosen. He soon chose Harlequin and told her he'd meet up with her later for the whip."
13737,Twisted: NYAT Reversed (IC Invite Only),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323888,2014-12-17T12:16:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Owen Riley</span><br/><br/>Tears continued to stream down Owen's cheeks as he stared at the man cradled in his arms. The girl began to speak and he was deeply disturbed by what she said. No human should have been thinking how she did. Nobody should be suffering so much. He turned to the girl still aware of the tears falling down his face. ""You're wrong this place is beautiful, and people are full of love and happiness if you just show them a little of it yourself!"" Owen pleaded with her, desperate to help the girl and change her mind.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Alex Riley</span><br/><br/>Alex woke up with a yawn and rolled out of bed, annoyed and groggy. She took a bath and changed into some clean clothes, not looking forward to the day at all. Owen was gone she noted. She wondered where he went. Their parents were on some sort of business trip or something, she didn't really know but they frequently took pretty long trips, leaving her and Owen to fend for themselves.<br/><br/>Alex ate a light breakfast and left the Riley mansion to go to Tiny Tim where she'd meet up with the other thieves that she was involved with. It wasn't good to be involved with a bunch of thieves but it was useful to have a little cash on the side. ""What up Bridg?"" Alex asked with a yawn, walking past the girl Bridget whom she was pretty good friends with."
13738,Twisted: NYAT Reversed (IC Invite Only),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323888,2014-12-17T12:37:00,Apolitistos,"<span style=""color: #004080""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bridget</span><br/><br/>Bridget walked into her hideout like she owned the place. She didn't, but who was going to kick her and her minions out? The police? Ha! They did more taking money from the poor than policing! She looked at Alex, who had greeted her. ""I'm alright. How are you, Alex?"" She asked. ""Everyone! Gather in the common room!"" She yelled, marching up to a large armchair in the center and sitting in it gracefully. She gestured for Alex to come sit in front of her. In their commons, there was a circle of chairs with Bridgets chair in the middle. Bridget loved her chair because it swivelled around and she could intimidate all of her gang members.</span><br/><br/><span style=""color: #808000""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Enid</span><br/><br/>""You obviously live in a world of rainbows and sunshine."" Enid turned around abruptly, her hood falling away from her face. Her eyes went vacant for a moment. She saw his name and his timer. She could see when he would die. Her eyes refocused on Owen. ""Owen Riley, you're going to live a long life, alright? Don't associate yourself with the likes of me, alright? I don't bring anything good to this world, alright?"" She asked, getting frustrated with this boy. She turned around again and walked away from the shelter, trying to find a place where no one would see her so she could teleport back to her castle.</span>"
13739,Twisted: NYAT Reversed (IC Invite Only),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323888,2014-12-17T16:22:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Owen Riley</span><br/><br/>Owen was aware that he was aggravating the girl but he decided to push on in order to help her. ""Of course you bring good to the world!"" he exclaimed. Perplexed as to how a human could think the way that the girl did. He wanted to say more but she began hurrying away. Maybe it was for the best that she left. There was obviously something wrong with her. Owen hoped someone would help her. He turned himself back to the shelter and entered looking for help for the dead man.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Alex Riley</span><br/><br/>Alex flopped into her chair and began stretching, still extremely tired. ""Could be better."" she told Bridget. ""My parents are away again and Owen is being as annoying as ever."" She had tried to convince Owen to join the thieves, his powers would be useful but he never actually used them. ""What's this meeting about then?"""
13740,Twisted: NYAT Reversed (IC Invite Only),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323888,2014-12-17T23:33:00,Togeria,"He had finished picking it,""Good job"" his brother said, coming in and dropping his bag on the sofa. His mother was in the kitchen, making something when she saw the two boys break in.<br/><br/>""Arco. Derrick. How many times do I have to tell you to keep knock that crap off? Jesus nearly gives me a heart track everytime, and I'm old so it matters damnit!"" She said, still scolding the boys.<br/><br/>""And Derrick didn't I tell you not to brainwash my poor baby.""<br/><br/>""He's not a baby.""<br/><br/>""Yeah, I'm 16yrs old, I'm just about a man if you ask me.""<br/><br/>""Well man, once you can pay the bill, feed the house, clean it, do your studies, and keep a clear head, then by all means your the 'man'. Until then you can put your stuff away, and go take of your studies. I don't want another report from Ms.Greenwich, Arco.""<br/><br/>""Yes ma'am""<br/><br/>With that they left and went to clean up, afterwards he went to his room and continued his studies, it seemed in this day and age, logic was king, and inventions were springing up all across the world. He would make a invention that could make you go out in the stars, but first he would have to go to college. Then he could do whatever he wanted.<br/><br/>""Arco."" The voice said in a whisper. It was his brother.<br/><br/>""Yeah mate, what is it?""<br/><br/>""Come with me, I got to show you something.""<br/><br/>He looked at his work, it was almost finish, he just had two more problems, he deserved a break.<br/><br/>""Where are we going?""<br/><br/>""You'll see."" And with that, the two delinquents were off."
13741,Twisted: NYAT Reversed (IC Invite Only),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323888,2014-12-18T06:29:00,Apolitistos,"<span style=""color: #004080""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bridget</span><br/><br/>""I think I've got an idea where those Freak Show bitches are hiding out at. We just need to figure out how to take them out, if you know what I mean."" Bridget told her friend. ""I mean, they're kind of just a nuisance, really. But they always get in the way and I've heard rumors that their hideout is a sex club."" Bridget made a disgusted face. ""Whores. All of them."" She muttered distastefully.</span><br/><br/><span style=""color: #BF0040""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Darcy</span><br/><br/>""That's it."" Darcy said, standing up, speaking to the empty room with finality. ""I'm going into London."" She decided, leaving the room. ""Jeffery! Ready a carriage at once!"" She ordered, making her way outside, opening her parasol again.</span><br/><br/><span style=""color: #808000""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Enid</span><br/><br/>Enid heard the boy yelling behind her and stopped. ""You don't even know me."" She muttered bitterly, knowing he couldn't hear. For some reason, she found tears streaming down her face. No one had ever tried to make her feel better. She was the bringer of Death. She ended the lives of humans. People didn't like her. People never liked her. People were afraid of her. Even now, she could tell the people shied away from her. They didn't know what she was, they just knew she gave off a bad energy. The energy only Death could give. </span>"
13742,Twisted: NYAT Reversed (IC Invite Only),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323888,2014-12-18T09:57:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Alex Riley</span><br/><br/>Alex listened to Bridget speak and then blinked a few times when she finished. ""Uhh Bridget haven't you kissed pretty much every boy in the gang?"" she asked hesitantly."
13743,Twisted: NYAT Reversed (IC Invite Only),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323888,2014-12-18T11:23:00,OneEarth,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Froyli</span><br/><br/>A few hours later, Froyli walked out of a back room, tossing a whip to the side. Harlequin slowly stumbled out, tears in her eyes but a smile on her face. The group huddled around the center, Froyli standing above the clan. The musicians had stopped playing, the chefs had stopped cooking and the everyone was gathering to hear what their leader was about to say.<br/><br/>""Alright, guys,"" Froyli said, flipping his hair to the side, ""The time has come to pull off the biggest job London has ever seen! Underneath the Tower of London is what is known as the Undergallery, a 'secret' military and art base that houses ancient secrets and forbidden art. We're going to break in there, steal every piece of art, every magical and military relic, and then take down the tower! The Thieves and the Police will never see this coming.""<br/><br/>The Freak Show erupted into applause and cheers. They were ready for this, this was what they had been training for.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Oracle</span><br/><br/>The Oracle had returned to his home to meditate. He removed his white garb and put on his normal red-and-black outfit, sitting in the most serene spot in all of London. He got glimpses of the end of the world, death, destruction, the Thieves and war. The Oracle opened his eyes, fear in his eyes. Something was happening, and he would need help to figure it out.<br/><br/>""Who was that rich girl I used to speak with?"" he asked himself, ""Ah yes! Darcy!""<br/><br/>He completely forgot to put his robes on as he ran to find the girl.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Arthur</span><br/><br/>Arthur sighed, having just missed the rich girl. He returned to London and began flipping through his notebook, trying to decide on another person."
13744,Twisted: NYAT Reversed (IC Invite Only),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323888,2014-12-18T11:31:00,NyanInk,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Willow</span><br/>""Oh well done,<span style=""font-style: italic"">ringmaster</span>."" She stood on top of a crate, clapping slowly. ""Problem is breaking in the tower. We're talkin' traps, steel, iron..."" All the while she played with a spark in her hands. ""It'd be a shame if someone reported it to the police first..."" She smiled evilly. This was her chance to either A) Get a huge reward for turning them in or B) Get a huge reward from the Thieves for helping or C) Get a huge reward from the Freaks for helping them...or as a bribe. ""Where's Bridge Bridge?"" She cooed."
13745,Twisted: NYAT Reversed (IC Invite Only),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323888,2014-12-18T11:49:00,OneEarth,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Froyli</span><br/><br/>""Do you really think the police will even care? They wouldn't believe it until after it happened, too much paperwork."" Froyli laughed, ""They're too busy taking money from the poor to care about something that hasn't happened. As for the security, where do you think I've been going for the past five months? Well, I'll take care of that.""<br/><br/>Froyli's eyes went wide when she mentioned 'Bridge Bridge'.<br/><br/>""Bridge Bridge?"" he asked, faking confusion."
13746,Twisted: NYAT Reversed (IC Invite Only),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323888,2014-12-18T11:53:00,Arstotzkas,"Daario walked the streets. Ever since his upbringing as a nobleman, he had become a police officer. Believing in justice and liberty, he had arrested manay thieves with his own powers. But now it seemed that they were getting trickier. More and more dared to rob stores, banks and more. He wouldn't stand for it of course. One parent of his had died but the other one had taught him how to fight and catch criminals. Even though he caught thieves, he had a good reputation among them for being far and actually pretty fun. But not today though. He finally arrived where he wanted to go. Oracles house. He knocked on the door. Oracle knew him quite well, they helped each other on many cases before."
13747,Twisted: NYAT Reversed (IC Invite Only),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323888,2014-12-18T11:54:00,NyanInk,"She grinned. ""So that's your game. What do you think<span style=""font-style: italic"">I've</span>been doing for the past five months?"" She hopped down, feeling the hundreds of pairs of eyes on her. ""Besides, the Thieves would be happy to know that their tower would be under attack. Well, don't let<span style=""font-style: italic"">me</span>waste your time."" She waved her hand and started to walk out, grinning wildly.<span style=""font-style: italic"">3...2...1...</span>"
13748,Twisted: NYAT Reversed (IC Invite Only),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323888,2014-12-18T12:05:00,OneEarth,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Oracle</span><br/><br/>The Oracle was just about to leave when he heard a knock at the door. Luckily, he was already at the door, so he only had to open it. His eyes went wide with surprise, the good kind of surprise. He smiled and extended his hand to his friend, one of the few people who had seen him without his robes.<br/><br/>""Daario,"" the Oracle said, ""How are you, my friend? It's been a while!""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Froyli</span><br/><br/>""Good thing we aren't attacking their tower."" Froyli said, rolling his eyes, ""If you're going to try to threaten us, get the hideouts right. Now, would you like to join us in this raid? We treat everyone like family, and split the profits evenly. With this raid, we will make enough money that any cut will make each of us rich beyond our wildest dreams."""
13749,Twisted: NYAT Reversed (IC Invite Only),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323888,2014-12-18T12:08:00,NyanInk,"<blockquote><div><cite>OneEarth <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323888&amp;p=22838543#p22838543"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Oracle</span><br/><br/>The Oracle was just about to leave when he heard a knock at the door. Luckily, he was already at the door, so he only had to open it. His eyes went wide with surprise, the good kind of surprise. He smiled and extended his hand to his friend, one of the few people who had seen him without his robes.<br/><br/>""Daario,"" the Oracle said, ""How are you, my friend? It's been a while!""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Froyli</span><br/><br/>""Good thing we aren't attacking their tower."" Froyli said, rolling his eyes, ""If you're going to try to threaten us, get the hideouts right. Now, would you like to join us in this raid? We treat everyone like family, and split the profits evenly. With this raid, we will make enough money that any cut will make each of us rich beyond our wildest dreams.""</div></blockquote><br/>The color drained from her face.<span style=""font-style: italic"">CRAP!!!</span>When he mentioned the cut, she turned around and smiled. ""I'm in. I can disable any system and burn anything."" She lit her hand on fire. ""But, if you don't mind, I have a guy at home."" She winked. He wasn't out of the woods yet."
13750,Twisted: NYAT Reversed (IC Invite Only),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323888&start=25,2014-12-18T12:16:00,OneEarth,"""Good, you can come with me then."" Froyli said with a smirk, ""You too Harlequin and Snake Master.""<br/><br/>Harlequin and Snake Master joined him as he started towards the door as Froyli told the rest to be at the tower by sunset. As the four left the Freak Show, they heard the music start back and the smell of food fill the underground area. They soon came above ground and Froyli looked at the three with him.<br/><br/>""Here's the plan."" Froyli said, ""Sunset is in about two hours. It'll take one to get to the Tower of London. When we get there, I want Harlequin to 'distract' any guards there. Snake Master, use your snakes as espionage. Me and you will finish disabling the security. We should finish just in time for the rest of the Freak Show to arrive. Sound good to everyone?""<br/><br/>Harlequin and Snake Master both nodded."
13751,Twisted: NYAT Reversed (IC Invite Only),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323888&start=25,2014-12-18T12:22:00,Arstotzkas,"<blockquote><div><cite>OneEarth <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323888&amp;p=22838543#p22838543"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Oracle</span><br/><br/>The Oracle was just about to leave when he heard a knock at the door. Luckily, he was already at the door, so he only had to open it. His eyes went wide with surprise, the good kind of surprise. He smiled and extended his hand to his friend, one of the few people who had seen him without his robes.<br/><br/>""Daario,"" the Oracle said, ""How are you, my friend? It's been a while!""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Froyli</span><br/><br/>""Good thing we aren't attacking their tower."" Froyli said, rolling his eyes, ""If you're going to try to threaten us, get the hideouts right. Now, would you like to join us in this raid? We treat everyone like family, and split the profits evenly. With this raid, we will make enough money that any cut will make each of us rich beyond our wildest dreams.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Daario smiled and said ""It is good my friend, it is good"" His smile faded ""The police are as corrupt as ever and I'm still the onl one fighting it"" he said ""However, have you found any leads in the jewelry store case?"" A couple of weeks ago a jewelry store was robbed. He had been sent to investigate, and strangely enough there was nothing to suppose there was a break in. No shattered windows, no broken glass and no fingerprints at all. He usually went to Oracle when he needed help with a case, and Oracle always solved it."
13752,Twisted: NYAT Reversed (IC Invite Only),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323888&start=25,2014-12-18T12:30:00,OneEarth,"<blockquote><div><cite>Arstotzkas <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323888&amp;p=22838636#p22838636"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>OneEarth <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323888&amp;p=22838543#p22838543"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Oracle</span><br/><br/>The Oracle was just about to leave when he heard a knock at the door. Luckily, he was already at the door, so he only had to open it. His eyes went wide with surprise, the good kind of surprise. He smiled and extended his hand to his friend, one of the few people who had seen him without his robes.<br/><br/>""Daario,"" the Oracle said, ""How are you, my friend? It's been a while!""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Froyli</span><br/><br/>""Good thing we aren't attacking their tower."" Froyli said, rolling his eyes, ""If you're going to try to threaten us, get the hideouts right. Now, would you like to join us in this raid? We treat everyone like family, and split the profits evenly. With this raid, we will make enough money that any cut will make each of us rich beyond our wildest dreams.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Daario smiled and said ""It is good my friend, it is good"" His smile faded ""The police are as corrupt as ever and I'm still the onl one fighting it"" he said ""However, have you found any leads in the jewelry store case?"" A couple of weeks ago a jewelry store was robbed. He had been sent to investigate, and strangely enough there was nothing to suppose there was a break in. No shattered windows, no broken glass and no fingerprints at all. He usually went to Oracle when he needed help with a case, and Oracle always solved it.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""I have a few ideas,"" the Oracle admitted, ""But I've not had a chance to go and really examine the scene. From what I know, there's at least three members of that blasted Freak Show that could have done it, probably a thief or two and finally, Detective Arthur. The bracelet that was stolen was magic in origin, and we both know that Arthur will do ANYTHING to obtain magic relics. I should be able to get more detail once I have a chance to go and examine the scene.""<br/><br/>The Oracle slipped out of the house and locked the door behind him, using a magical lock to keep lockpicks out."
13753,Twisted: NYAT Reversed (IC Invite Only),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323888&start=25,2014-12-18T12:42:00,NyanInk,"<blockquote><div><cite>OneEarth <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323888&amp;p=22838604#p22838604"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Good, you can come with me then."" Froyli said with a smirk, ""You too Harlequin and Snake Master.""<br/><br/>Harlequin and Snake Master joined him as he started towards the door as Froyli told the rest to be at the tower by sunset. As the four left the Freak Show, they heard the music start back and the smell of food fill the underground area. They soon came above ground and Froyli looked at the three with him.<br/><br/>""Here's the plan."" Froyli said, ""Sunset is in about two hours. It'll take one to get to the Tower of London. When we get there, I want Harlequin to 'distract' any guards there. Snake Master, use your snakes as espionage. Me and you will finish disabling the security. We should finish just in time for the rest of the Freak Show to arrive. Sound good to everyone?""<br/><br/>Harlequin and Snake Master both nodded.</div></blockquote><br/>She nodded. She didn't like the idea of being alone with this jerk, but she had to keep her eye on the prize: That awesome mansion she wanted..."
13754,Twisted: NYAT Reversed (IC Invite Only),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323888&start=25,2014-12-18T13:00:00,Apolitistos,"<span style=""color: #004080""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bridget</span><br/><br/>Bridget shot a look at Alex. ""It's just kissing. I don't tie people up and beat them and god only knows what else they do in that disgusting place of theirs."" She said, sneering a bit. </span><br/><br/><span style=""color: #BF0040""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Darcy</span><br/><br/>Darcy climbed in her carriage and made her way to London. Stepping out of her carriage, the girl proceeded to walk down the street of uptown London. She earned some distasteful looks from the other upper class citizens for her lack of an escort, but that didn't matter. Darcy was just going to buy a dress and maybe a new hat and parasol to go with it. After all, she was a Lady and she could afford it. ""Maybe I'll indulge in some candy too."" She said to herself.</span>"
13755,Twisted: NYAT Reversed (IC Invite Only),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323888&start=25,2014-12-19T06:48:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Alex Riley (O)</span><br/><br/>Alex opened her eyes to find herself on a beach, alone. The others had gone through the portal too, why weren't they here? Alex waited, pacing around the beach before she came to the conclusion that she had been separated from the group somehow. She was still in England at least. The grey skies and the foliage told her that. But only then did Alex realize how alone she was. She knew nobody, had no home; had no money or food and had no idea where she was (apart from knowing it was England). She felt like a ghost, in this world wherever it was she didn't matter in the slightest.<br/><br/>Alex was cold and sore and exhausted but slowly trudged up he sand dunes and into a small village. As she walked around many gave her curious looks, they weren't distasteful or anything but she could tell that this was a tight-knit community and she was an outsider.<br/><br/>In the distance she could see a church up on a hill. She wasn't religious but there would be food there and shelter and caring people that would surely at least take her in, they'd probably try and take care of her. What did it matter anyway? She had nothing to lose. Alex made her way up the hill and entered the church."
13756,Twisted: NYAT Reversed (IC Invite Only),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323888&start=25,2014-12-19T06:52:00,NyanInk,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Willow (O)</span><br/>Something wasn't right. She woke up in the mountains but...<span style=""font-style: italic"">Famine? Famineee...</span>She got separated? How? ""Arco? Arcooo"" Her voice echoed. ""Where the hell am I?"" She began to walk down a steep path towards a town. Maybe someone could explain this to her?"
13757,Twisted: NYAT Reversed (IC Invite Only),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323888&start=25,2014-12-19T10:25:00,Togeria,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">ARCO(O)</span><br/><br/>""Fuck"" he uttered to himself, he woken on cold hard pavement, as he looked up and saw a automobile come towards him. He rushed out the way, as the automobile almost hit him. ""Jesus"" he thought. As men and women were looking at him, like he was some sort of maniac. Damn his head hurt, and to top it all of he didn't know were he was, until he looked up. ""Liverpool, is this Liverpool? Did he somehow break the world?"" Arco thought,""If I'm here, then were is everyone else?""<br/><br/>""Arco!""<br/><br/>Heard the voice and thought it was Willow, or maybe Arthur, until he looked up and saw.......his father.<br/><br/>""Arco, why the hell are you wearing that? C'mon chap, let's go home, your mum should be cooking.""<br/>His mum? They're all alive? Does that mean Derrick is well? Does that mean Samantha is......tears nearly came up as he though about all this. His head started spinning, his family was alive and well. How could this be?<br/><br/>""Arco, it looks like you've seen a ghost, you okay?""<br/><br/>This was too much, just what had Shadow Man done? His family was alright, and alive!? No,no it can't be real.<br/><br/>""C'mon Arco, we're going home now."" His father said, as he dragged him along. Arco couldn't do it, the possibility of them being alive, it was too much, it was all too much."
13758,Twisted: NYAT Reversed (IC Invite Only),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323888&start=25,2014-12-19T10:38:00,NyanInk,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Willow (O)</span><br/>""Willow! Willow!"" She heard this echo around the forest. She thought it was Arco or Shadow man somehow but ""There you are!"" Standing in front of her was...""M-Mom?!"" Her face drained of color. ""Y-You're not...n-not..."" ""You look peckish, sweetums. Come on, lets go inside, eh?"" She took Willow over to ""The old house! Its intact!?! B-But Sakura--"" ""What do you mean ""Intact""? Its been fixed since ya nearly burned tha place down."" She laughed and unlocked the door, opening to an entrance hall. ""W-What? But I can't burn stuff i'm Pyrophobic!"" ""What? But don't you..."" The woman turned around and looked at her. ""Y-Your eyes aren't green!!!?"" She stepped back. ""Who are you and what have you done with my Daughter!?"" ""Relax! I<span style=""font-style: italic"">am</span>your daughter...sorta. I think this is some sort of AU..."" She ran her hand along the walls, feeling the senses of the wood. ""S-Saku nearly burned this place, not me."" She made a flower in her hand. ""I'm Willow."" The woman shook her head, a hand on her mouth. ""Then....thats why you...oh honey!"" She hugged Willow, and, in tears, they began to catch up on things. Willow's Father was actually the one that passed in this universe, but since then she's kept care of the house. Then she asked Willow about things and ""Who's Arco? You mean the Town Boy?"" ""M-Mom!!"" ""You're too young!"" ""Ugh but i'm--"" ""End of discussion."" Willow stopped and asked her ""What is your name?"" The woman smiled and said ""Cheryl."" ""Cheryl..."" She hugged Cheryl once again. ""It's so good to see you..."" Cheryl comforted her. ""Same here, Honey..."""
13759,Twisted: NYAT Reversed (IC Invite Only),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323888&start=25,2014-12-19T11:25:00,Togeria,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">ARCO(AU)</span><br/>""So where are we going?""<br/>""I don't know, maybe London.""<br/>""London! You bloody idiot, why are we going to London?""<br/>""Because I have something to show you.""<br/>""Fine.""<br/>They'd been walking for 40min now, and the only thing Arco could think of was going to that city had better be worth the walk.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">ARCO(O)</span><br/>""How is this possible!? Why is this possible!?"" He thought. Looking at the man, who was his father. Maybe he hit his head really hard and was dreaming, yeah that was it. Right? He pinched his arm,<br/>""Ouch!""<br/>""What the are you doing back there? Keep still.""<br/>So this world was real, Jesus, why would Shadow do this. He hadn't been with his family for 8yrs, after the incident, to see them now would, it would.....just thinking of it made his world spin.<br/><br/>""Here we are."" His father said with a smile, as he looked, and saw his old home, tears were so close, he hadn't been here for years. His dad let go as he fetched the key, when he found it he opened the door, and they walked upstairs, gong to the room they lived in.<br/><br/>""Smell that Arco, your mum making something good, better eat yours before I do!"" He said jokingly, as he knocked on the door.<br/><br/>""No. Stop. Please."" He said to himself, it was all too much, everything, the smells from the room, were intoxicating, as he remembered the days of his youth, when his mom cooked her famous stews, she was French, and often boasted that back in her country she was the best cook that could be. The door opened, as he braced himself for his mum, trying not to let any tears fall out, but who came was much worse.....it was Samantha his sister. She had to be 8, as the last time he saw her she was only a infant. She had long black hair, and gorgeous blue eyes, taking from her mum, she smiled and went to give Arco a hug. He couldn't move, seeing her left him paralyzed, this world was so different. Everything was different, he had his family back.....losing them made him cold, different, alien and now he had them back. He couldn't describe the feelings he wm that rushed through him at the moment, what had Shadow done? He hugged his sister tightly, as he couldn't brace himself anymore, tears were streaming from him like lakes. The one thing he wanted most was back, and he wouldn't let it be taken from him again.<br/><br/>""What's the matter Arco, are you okay?"" She asked, hearing her voice made tears come out more, as his mom appeared, seeing all of them made the world spin. As he was filled with so much emotion."
13760,Twisted: NYAT Reversed (IC Invite Only),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323888&start=25,2014-12-19T11:37:00,NyanInk,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Willow (AU)</span><br/>""Okay, thats the last security point. We shoul--"" She stopped. Something was up. she closed her eyes and cast out her senses. ""Something's off...""<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Willow (O)</span><br/>After more conversation, she stood. ""Mom, I have to go find everyone. Danger."" Her eyes were clouded.<br/>As if this had happened before, Cheryl stood and asked ""What do you see?"" A stern look in her eye.<br/>""Something's wrong."" She said dreamily. ""I'm not supposed to be here...""<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Snap!</span><br/>They were both in space. different bubbles of possibilities surround them.<br/>""This hasn't happened since I was little!"" She smiled<br/>Cheryl made her focus. ""Whats going to happen, Honey?""<br/>She pointed at a bubble that was the tiniest. ""Arco.""<br/>Cheryl looked over<span style=""font-style: italic"">Well isn't he cute!</span>""You're not from here, are you?""<br/>She shook her head. ""London..."" she mumbled before she passed out.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Willow (AU)</span><br/>""GAH!!!"" She fell to a knee. ""W-What the bloody 'ell..."" she said in a thick accent. ""S-Something's jacked..."""
13761,Twisted: NYAT Reversed (IC Invite Only),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323888&start=25,2014-12-19T11:40:00,Arstotzkas,"Daario said to Oracle, ""Well then, shall we go investigate?"" He set off for the jewelry store, making sure that his pace was slow enough so that Oracle could keep up. Daario was quite sure that once he saw the scene, that he could piece it together. It was strange really. The clerks left the store for a few minutes, but kept a guard. The guard reported being suddenly unconscious, and with a medical check he had no injuries. As he reached the inner city, he saw a police officer walking by. Of course that officer wasn't busy arresting people or helping the city. He was instead busy talking to a woman. Daario scoffed and the officer looked up and said nervously ""Why, hello Daario isn't it good to see you here?"" Daario roared ""Tend to your work!"" and kept going. Finally he reached it and saw it. Daario shouted to Oracle behind him ""Hey, check it out!"""
13762,Twisted: NYAT Reversed (IC Invite Only),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323888&start=25,2014-12-19T17:57:00,OneEarth,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Froyli (AU)</span><br/><br/>An hour passed and the pair had disabled the Tower of London security. The rest of the Freak Show appeared out of the shadows, evil smiles on their faces. Froyli smirked and led the way into the Undergallery, quickly making their way to the weapons, relics and art.<br/><br/>""Let's do this!"" he said, grabbing what he could.<br/><br/>That's when he noticed Willow. He quickly pulled her over his shoulder, helping her up and offering to carry her out.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Oracle</span><br/><br/>The Oracle smirked a bit as Daario scared the officer, just before realizing that he had forgotten to put on his white clothing. He shrugged and continued on his way, until he fell to his knees, his eyes glowing white.<br/><br/>""Something..."" he gasped, ""is happening..."""
13763,Twisted: NYAT Reversed (IC Invite Only),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323888&start=25,2014-12-20T19:41:00,NyanInk,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Willow (AU)</span><br/>""Very 'ell then."" She took his help for now. Something happened and she had no idea what. Besides, cheesing off Bridget would be a plus.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Willow (O)</span><br/>She collapsed as they were back in her room<br/>""Willow!!!""<br/>""O-others..."" she muttered before she passed out.<br/>Cheryl didn't know what else to do but let her on the couch for the time being.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Visions of everyone around London...</span><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">This isn't right...I haven't had one of Dads attacks in forever...oy...</span><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Will!!!</span><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Hurry...</span><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Willow!!!</span><br/>She blacked out when she saw the portal close....<br/>...and Famine snapping from her control...<br/>...and her home engulfed by the Apocalypse..."
13764,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909,2014-12-16T16:36:00,Zechaslavia,"Welcome to the 1950 Cold War RP (IC)<br/>Heres the OOC and sign ups<a class=""postlink-local"" href=""http://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323869"">viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323869</a>"
13765,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909,2014-12-17T09:26:00,Cabana,"<hr/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/f/f6/Emblema_NKVD.svg/145px-Emblema_NKVD.svg.png""/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/d/df/Coat_of_arms_of_PCR.svg/195px-Coat_of_arms_of_PCR.svg.png""/><br/><span style=""font-size: 85%; line-height: 116%;"">To: Michael I| From: Lavrentiy Beria and Gheorfhe Gheorghiu-Dej| Subject: Your abdication and possible anti-communist resistance| Security: High| Urgency: High</span></div><br/><br/>We strongly advise against you trying any sort of uprising against our government, we are fine as we currently are and have no need for a monarchy to oppress the people or any non-communist government to topple ours. We will be extending the occupational forces stay by ten years if you do not agree to relinquish any support for your dynasty and/or resistance forces.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Мы настоятельно не рекомендуем вам пытаться любой вид восстания против нашего правительства, у нас все хорошо, как мы в настоящее время и не имеют никакой потребности в монархии угнетать народ или любой некоммунистической правительство свергнуть наше. Мы будем продления пребывания оккупационных сил на десять лет, если вы не согласны отказаться от какой-либо поддержки для вашего династии и/или сил сопротивления.</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Vă recomandăm cu insistență împotriva încerci orice fel de revoltă împotriva guvernului nostru, suntem bine cum ne Acum sunt și nu au nevoie de o monarhie a oprima poporul sau orice non-comunist guvern al nostru răsturna. Vom fi extinderea tariful forțe de muncă cu zece ani, dacă nu sunteți de acord să renunțe la orice sprijin pentru dinastie și/sau forțe de rezistență.</span><br/><br/>Sincerely,<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">NKVD Chief Lavrentiy Beria and PCR General Secretary Gheorfhe Gheorghju-Dej</span></blockquote>"
13766,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909,2014-12-18T10:41:00,Springbok Armed Security,"<hr/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/b/b7/Coat_of_Arms_of_East_Germany_%281953-1955%29.svg/235px-Coat_of_Arms_of_East_Germany_%281953-1955%29.svg.png""/><br/><span style=""font-size: 85%; line-height: 116%;"">To: Premier Stalin| From: Prime Minister Otto Grotewhol| Subject: Potential trade agreement| Security: Low| Urgency: Low</span></div><br/>Premier Stalin, East Germany has large stores of brown coal and potash we are willing to trade for aluminum to build up our air industry. We are willing to start parting with about 26,000 tons right now for an equal amount of aluminum.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Премьер Сталин, Восточная Германия имеет большие запасы бурого угля и поташа мы готовы торговать на алюминий, чтобы создать наше воздушное промышленности. Мы готовы, чтобы начать расставания с около 26000 тонн право равное количество алюминия.</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Kommissar Stalin, hat Ost-Deutschland große Geschäfte von Braunkohle und Kali sind wir bereit, für Aluminium-Handel für den Aufbau unserer Klimaindustrie. Wir sind bereit, Abschied von etwa 26.000 Tonnen für eine gleiche Menge an Aluminium beginnen jetzt.</span></blockquote>"
13767,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909,2014-12-18T10:53:00,Tracian Empire,"<img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/9rAq2h1.jpg""/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">The Romanian Legion - Rebel Group - Also called the Romanian Guard</span></span></span></span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Bucharest/Bucuresti- near the CC of the PCR</span></span></span><br/>It was 4am. In a building near the CC of the PCR, Legionarii ( the Legionares), as they were called, gathered, Weapons were given, amunition was shared. Alexandru Bran, the Capitain of this group, hold a speech:<span style=""font-style: italic""> Brothers, today is the first step in the road to our liberty! Today, we burn Stalin's Apostles, the traitors! You all know the plan. We will attack the CC and put the ammunition reserves inside on fire. We will be helped by a tank. After the operation is finished, return to the contact points Some of us may, die, but it's a small price for our liberty. <span style=""font-weight: bold"">Long live the King! Down with the communists!</span></span>.<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""> Long Live the King!</span></span>, shouted all of them. Later, in the dawn, the CC was shaken by a explosion. A tank full of men leaved and turned right on the Lenin Bulevard, trying to get out of the town. A man on the tank was waing a Romanian flag with a hole in it.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Traiasca Regele!</span>, was heard. Until the Police and the SOF have waken, the Legionares have left.<br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/AVjsdM3.jpg""/>"
13768,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909,2014-12-18T11:04:00,Tracian Empire,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/7GEO4qj.png""/><br/><span style=""font-size: 85%; line-height: 116%;"">From: King Michael I | To: Lavrentiy Beria and Gheorghe Gheorghiu-Dej| Subject: Reply to your message |Security: High| Urgency: High</span><br/><br/>We don't care about your advice. The Romanians shall, and will be free from your imperialistic occupations, Soviets. The Romanian Exile Government does not recognize the PCR and the Socialist Republic of Romania. The Soviet Occupation Forces have time one week to retreat from Romania, or they will be anihilated. Long live Free Romania!<br/><br/>Мы не заботимся о ваших советов. Румыны должны и будут свободны от ваших империалистических профессий, Советов.Румынский Exile Goverment не признает ПЦР и Социалистической Республики Румынии. Советские оккупационные силы время от одной недели до отступать из Румынии, или они будут anihilated. Да здравствует свободная Румынии!<br/><br/>Nu ne intereseaza sfatul dumneavoastra. Romanii trebuie si vor fi liberi fata de ocupatia voastra imperialista, sovieticilor. Guvernul Roman in Exil nu recunoaste PCR-ul si Republica Socialista a Romaniei. Trupele sovietice de ocupatie al timp o saptamana sa se retraga din Romania, sau vor fi anihilate. Traiasca Romania libera!<br/><br/>Signed,<br/> Michael I of Hohenzollern-Sigmaringen, King of Romania</blockquote>"
13769,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909,2014-12-18T18:49:00,Atlas Security,"Chancellor Adenauer sighed as he looked over the daily reports. The Russians were being their normal idiotic selves, and the Eastern neighbors were being very, very submissive to the Russikys. The Romanians were fighting for their freedom.<br/><br/>Adenauer realized how huge this was. He called President Heuß. ""Theodore, into my office, Now.""<br/><br/>Theo Heuß was a rather quiet man. He was strong in dealing with domestic matters, and knew his people well, but left foreign policy up to the brash and inspiring Chancellor. When he was called in, he knew that it was important. As he walked down the hallway of Bellevue Palace, he pondered what it might be. His two thoughts were that it was the East German scum or the revolt in Romania.<br/><br/>Adenauer gestured for Heuß to take a seat. He offered the President of hot coffee, which Heuß accepted.<br/><br/>The leaders of the nation talked about small domestic affairs, as close as they got to small talk. Eventually, the conversation led into foreign policy, then to Romania. ""We ought to help them. They have<span style=""font-style: italic"">eins</span>tank, and only a few men. Reminds me of the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Amerikaner</span>, as well as the rebels that fought the Fascists in the Second Great War. Two very inspiring stories. How can refuse help?""<br/><br/>Heuß saw no problem.<br/><br/>500 men of the BND and 10 tank crews, as well as five attack helicopter crews, were all cover ""Communist"" Romanian soldiers. They knew that is was time to be activated.<br/><br/>The soldiers held their guns and controls in hand, waiting for final orders.<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Behefel</span>. Do we have permission to take out<span style=""font-style: italic"">der Abschaum?</span>"" the leading officer queried.<br/><br/>One word was uttered in return. ""Authorized.""<br/><br/>The men readied for combat, escaping base to meet up with the rebel elements, once safe from the base held Romanians, they flew German flags in the night, so when they reached the camp, they would not be shot.<br/><br/>Back at Bellevue, a letter was drafted to the King of Romania:<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Letter""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: King Michael I - Urgency: Extreme - Subject - Freedom and Alliance<br/><br/>Dear King Michael,<br/><br/>We commend the Romanian Legions on the assault on the CC. Freedom is never free. We request that you relay the command to your men at camp not to attack the tanks and helicopters bearing German markings, and the soldiers wearing German patches and uniforms. They are BND operatives, and are there to assist you in your quest for freedom. We also extend the invitation of alliance to your nation, as you obviously value freedom as much as us. Our diplomats will lobby for your induction into the North Atlantic Treaty Organization as well.<br/><br/>Yours truly,<br/>Konrad Adenauer, Chancellor of <span style=""font-style: italic"">Deutschland</span><br/>Theodore Heuß, President of <span style=""font-style: italic"">Deutschland</span><br/>==========================================================================================================================<br/>Zu: König Michael I - Dringlichkeit: Extreme - Thema - Freiheit und Allianz<br/><br/>Sehr geehrte König Michael,<br/><br/>Wir empfehlen die rumänische Legionen auf der Angriff auf die CC. Freiheit ist nie frei. Wir bitten Sie den Befehl an Ihre Männer im Camp nicht gegen die Panzer und Hubschrauber mit deutschen Aufschriften und die Soldaten tragen deutsche Patches und Uniformen Relais. Sie sind der BND-Agenten, und sind da, um Sie in Ihrem Streben nach Freiheit zu unterstützen. Außerdem erweitern wir die Einladung des Bündnisses zu Ihrer Nation, da Sie offensichtlich so viel wie uns Freiheit schätzen. Unsere Diplomaten werden für Ihre Induktion in der North Atlantic Treaty Organization sowie lobby.<br/><br/>Yours truly,<br/>Konrad Adenauer, Bundeskanzler der Bundesrepublik Deutschland<br/>Theodor Heuß, Bundespräsident der Bundesrepublik Deutschland<br/>==========================================================================================================================<br/>Catre: King Michael I - urgenţa: Extreme - subiect - libertatea şi Alianţa<br/><br/>Dragi King Michael,<br/><br/>Apreciem legiunilor romanesti pe asaltul asupra libertăţii CC nu este gratuit. Cerem că vă releu comanda dumneavoastră oamenilor la tabără să nu atace tancuri și elicoptere poartă marcajele German, şi soldaţii poartă uniforme şi patch-uri germane. Acestea sunt BND cooperativele, şi sunt acolo pentru a vă ajuta în căutarea dumneavoastră pentru libertate. Am, de asemenea, extinde invitaţia Alianţa naţiunea, ca tine, evident, valoarea libertatea fel de mult ca noi. Diplomații noastra va face lobby pentru dumneavoastră de inducţie în Nord Atlantic Organizaţia Tratatului, precum şi.<br/><br/>Cu drag<br/>Konrad Adenauer, cancelar al Germaniei<br/>Theodore Heuß, președinte al Germaniei</blockquote></div></div></div>"
13770,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909,2014-12-18T21:00:00,Abrahammia,"Chairman Mao reviews some papers of the costs of his civil war. The bills for reconstruction was expensive, and Mao did not want to conform to capitalism to pay for it. Not yet. Mao decides to write a letter to Russia.<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>From: The People's Republic of China<br/>To: The Union of Soviet Socialist Republics<br/>Encryption: Low<br/><br/>The People's Republic of China is still in great need of rebuilding after 2 major wars in Chinese history. We are your largest, most powerful ally, and we ask you now for your nation to grant China monetary aid to achieve our goal of reconstruction. Do this, and China shall be continue to strive to greatness.<br/><br/>Sincerely,<br/>Chairman of the Chinese communist party, Mao Zedong</div></blockquote>"
13771,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909,2014-12-18T21:10:00,Cabana,"<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lDQ7hXMLxGc"" rel=""nofollow"">post music</a><br/><br/>Stalin was furious, the revolutionaries had the audacity to attack him? Stalin was the man of steel! He had destroyed the Nazi regime and had millions of forces left over in reserve as well as the rest of the Pact backing him. He sent the order to Marshal Zhukov and Chuikov and Admiral Oktyabrsky and Vladimirsky to mobilize the forces, the same order was repeated throughout STAVKA and the rest of the Pact, and finally he reintroduced conscription to make up for WW2 losses. After this, he knew that only two people would come out of Romania after the invasion: corpses and the Red Army.<br/><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://espressostalinist.files.wordpress.com/2011/05/soviet-troops-in-czechoslovakia.jpg""/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""https://www.awesomestories.com/images/user/a5893ea98d.jpg""/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.ww2incolor.com/d/507021-4/berlin-1945-171""/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://indulgy.ccio.co/C8/PF/mA/2495f9c00764496b91461fb35d6c5a91.jpg""/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://albumwar2.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/38450-728x477.jpg""/><br/><br/>The first few days of the campaign for the Ukrainian and Moldavian army groups moving in through Bessarabia, the Bulgarian advance through Muntenia and Dobrudja, and the Pact march through Crişana went along with little to no resistance from Romanian revolutionaries, the objective of these forces was to link up and relieve various pockets belonging to the Soviet and Pro-Communist forces trapped in and around Bucharest. Bulgarian forces were locked in a massive urban ambush in the outskirts of Bucharest, leading to a siege of the city until the rest of the Pact was capable of helping with the siege. Currently, the Ukrainian and Moldavian army groups are making a push through Bukovina and Maramureş with blockades courtesy of the Black Sea Fleet; the Hungarians, East Germans, Czechoslovaks, and the Poles are making their move through Sătmar, Banat, Transylvania, and Crişana; and the Bulgarians are in a slugfest at Dobruja, Muntenia and Oltenia while they await relief from the Pact and the Soviets.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">tl;dr you just incurred the wrath of the largest country on earth and all her little spherelings</div></div></div>"
13772,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909,2014-12-19T01:13:00,Tracian Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Cabana <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22843988#p22843988"">wrote</a>:</cite><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lDQ7hXMLxGc"" rel=""nofollow"">post music</a><br/><br/>Stalin was furious, the revolutionaries had the audacity to attack him? Stalin was the man of steel! He had destroyed the Nazi regime and had millions of forces left over in reserve as well as the rest of the Pact backing him. He sent the order to Marshal Zhukov and Chuikov and Admiral Oktyabrsky and Vladimirsky to mobilize the forces, the same order was repeated throughout STAVKA and the rest of the Pact, and finally he reintroduced conscription to make up for WW2 losses. After this, he knew that only two people would come out of Romania after the invasion: corpses and the Red Army. <br/><br/><br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://espressostalinist.files.wordpress.com/2011/05/soviet-troops-in-czechoslovakia.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""https://www.awesomestories.com/images/user/a5893ea98d.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://www.ww2incolor.com/d/507021-4/berlin-1945-171"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://indulgy.ccio.co/C8/PF/mA/2495f9c00764496b91461fb35d6c5a91.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://albumwar2.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/38450-728x477.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/><br/>The first few days of the campaign for the Ukrainian and Moldavian army groups moving in through Bessarabia, the Bulgarian advance through Muntenia and Dobrudja, and the Pact march through Crişana went along with little to no resistance from Romanian revolutionaries, the objective of these forces was to link up and relieve various pockets belonging to the Soviet and Pro-Communist forces trapped in and around Bucharest. Bulgarian forces were locked in a massive urban ambush in the outskirts of Bucharest, leading to a siege of the city until the rest of the Pact was capable of helping with the siege. Currently, the Ukrainian and Moldavian army groups are making a push through Bukovina and Maramureş with blockades courtesy of the Black Sea Fleet; the Hungarians, East Germans, Czechoslovaks, and the Poles are making their move through Sătmar, Banat, Transylvania, and Crişana; and the Bulgarians are in a slugfest at Dobruja, Muntenia and Oltenia while they await relief from the Pact and the Soviets.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">tl;dr you just incurred the wrath of the largest country on earth and all her little spherelings</div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>OOC: I think that you are overreacting:<br/>First, it was just an attack at the Central Comitee Building of the Romanian Communist Party. That's it. Romania is still ruled by the PCR And with this whole massive attack, Romania is a member of the Warsaw Pact.All the Socialist Autorities are still in charge. The Legionares are undercover, or in the mountain bases. The Revolution hasn't even begun. First, I wanted to to some (more) terrorist attacks.With who are you fighting? And what, you conquored all of Romania in only a post?!"
13773,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909,2014-12-19T05:04:00,Cabana,"<blockquote><div><cite>Tracian Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22845529#p22845529"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Cabana <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22843988#p22843988"">wrote</a>:</cite><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lDQ7hXMLxGc"" rel=""nofollow"">post music</a><br/><br/>Stalin was furious, the revolutionaries had the audacity to attack him? Stalin was the man of steel! He had destroyed the Nazi regime and had millions of forces left over in reserve as well as the rest of the Pact backing him. He sent the order to Marshal Zhukov and Chuikov and Admiral Oktyabrsky and Vladimirsky to mobilize the forces, the same order was repeated throughout STAVKA and the rest of the Pact, and finally he reintroduced conscription to make up for WW2 losses. After this, he knew that only two people would come out of Romania after the invasion: corpses and the Red Army. <br/><br/><br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://espressostalinist.files.wordpress.com/2011/05/soviet-troops-in-czechoslovakia.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""https://www.awesomestories.com/images/user/a5893ea98d.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://www.ww2incolor.com/d/507021-4/berlin-1945-171"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://indulgy.ccio.co/C8/PF/mA/2495f9c00764496b91461fb35d6c5a91.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://albumwar2.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/38450-728x477.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/><br/>The first few days of the campaign for the Ukrainian and Moldavian army groups moving in through Bessarabia, the Bulgarian advance through Muntenia and Dobrudja, and the Pact march through Crişana went along with little to no resistance from Romanian revolutionaries, the objective of these forces was to link up and relieve various pockets belonging to the Soviet and Pro-Communist forces trapped in and around Bucharest. Bulgarian forces were locked in a massive urban ambush in the outskirts of Bucharest, leading to a siege of the city until the rest of the Pact was capable of helping with the siege. Currently, the Ukrainian and Moldavian army groups are making a push through Bukovina and Maramureş with blockades courtesy of the Black Sea Fleet; the Hungarians, East Germans, Czechoslovaks, and the Poles are making their move through Sătmar, Banat, Transylvania, and Crişana; and the Bulgarians are in a slugfest at Dobruja, Muntenia and Oltenia while they await relief from the Pact and the Soviets.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">tl;dr you just incurred the wrath of the largest country on earth and all her little spherelings</div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>OOC: I think that you are overreacting:<br/>First, it was just an attack at the Central Comitee Building of the Romanian Communist Party. That's it. Romania is still ruled by the PCR And with this whole massive attack, Romania is a member of the Warsaw Pact.All the Socialist Autorities are still in charge. The Legionares are undercover, or in the mountain bases. The Revolution hasn't even begun. First, I wanted to to some (more) terrorist attacks.With who are you fighting? And what, you conquored all of Romania in only a post?!</div></blockquote><br/>This is Stalin your talking about, overreaction is in his nature. Also if you bothered to read the final paragraph you'd see they are currently moving."
13774,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909,2014-12-19T06:13:00,Tracian Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Cabana <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22846331#p22846331"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Tracian Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22845529#p22845529"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><br/>OOC: I think that you are overreacting:<br/>First, it was just an attack at the Central Comitee Building of the Romanian Communist Party. That's it. Romania is still ruled by the PCR And with this whole massive attack, Romania is a member of the Warsaw Pact.All the Socialist Autorities are still in charge. The Legionares are undercover, or in the mountain bases. The Revolution hasn't even begun. First, I wanted to to some (more) terrorist attacks.With who are you fighting? And what, you conquored all of Romania in only a post?!</div></blockquote><br/>This is Stalin your talking about, overreaction is in his nature. Also if you bothered to read the final paragraph you'd see they are currently moving.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Yes but as you said it, there was a whole revolution in Romania. Pockets? Soviet troops traped? Ambushes? With what?"
13775,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909,2014-12-19T06:35:00,Cabana,"<blockquote><div><cite>Tracian Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22846648#p22846648"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Cabana <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22846331#p22846331"">wrote</a>:</cite>This is Stalin your talking about, overreaction is in his nature. Also if you bothered to read the final paragraph you'd see they are currently moving.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Yes but as you said it, there was a whole revolution in Romania. Pockets? Soviet troops traped? Ambushes? With what?</div></blockquote><br/>Stalin's atherosclerosis addled brain's causing him to make these shitty decisions, this is from his POV so his brain damage is causing him to believe things that aren't happening are."
13776,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909,2014-12-19T08:25:00,Of The Rnclave,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">I PLEDGE ALLEGIANCE<br/>TO THE FLAG<br/>OF THE UNITED AMERICAN SOCIALIST REPUBLICS<br/>AND TO FHE PEOPLES REPUBLIC<br/>FOR WHICH IT STANDS<br/>ONE NATION FOR THE WORKING CLASS<br/>INDIVISIBLE,<br/>WITH BREAD AND JUSTICE FOR ALL<br/></span><br/><br/>The students droned as they stood for the pledge to their nation. The teacher, Once a member of the Republican Party in a school full of Socialist Council supporters, had to watch his words around the children and staff. Swallowing the man stood and began speaking to the class, reading from the propaganda filled book before him. The book taught the evils of capitalism,how the evil money hungry England tried to genocide the Colonists, and how the Proletariat Washington united the scared working class and pushed them out of the Colonies by themselves while the great nation of France massacred the Bourgeoisie at every turn. He resisted the urge to roll his eyes while spitting out these words, then when the bell rang and it was time for the students to report to the menial factories they were employed in, he picked up his coat and walked out.<br/><br/>As he walked down the street he couldn't help but notice three members of the Peoples Militia, a brutal police force throughout the nation come form an alley not 10 feet behind him, picking up his pace he moved quicker down the street, hoping to escape the men. But then he looked further behind the Militia men, and saw ten trench coat clad men, all spread out in increment of about three feet, but there none the less. It was to late for him, that much was obvious as a Militia men slammed his rifle butt into his nose, knocking him down. Them the others began their beatings slamming whatever weapon they happened to have upon them , stomping in him occasionally. He could see it coming up the street already, the truck that would take him to the Death Camps, he struggled harder, trying to push the men away as it neared.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">BOOM!</span><br/><br/>The truck exploded like a fire work, the men he'd seen pulling old Thompson sub machines guns from their coats and spraying the militia men down, but more running from down the street. The leader it seemed, a pale but charismatic man with a Garand stolen from a Militia men no doubt, tossed him pistol, no surprise an American one. Hurriedly fiddling with the switch and hammer, the Teacher fired several rounds down the street, one of his sprayed shots hitting a Militia ken in the knee. The leader picked him up by the coat, dragging him back while snapping shots down the street.<br/><br/>"" Get up! we have to move!"" He shouted as he dragged him down an alley. Finding the strength in his legs again, he took off, running with the group as the turned down the twisting alleys of Boswash, the largest city in the world. Running faster he group slipped into a small garage looking building, closing the door and flipping on a light.<br/><br/>"" Thanks for saving me"" the Teacher almost cried as he dropped his pistol, wiping sweat from his brow.<br/><br/>"" No problem! But we must warn you, we are a revolutionary group."" The leader said evenly as he set his rifle down and rolled his shoulder to stretch. "" Which one?"" He asked quietly, realizing what had just happened and that their were at least twenty militia men after them.<br/><br/>"" The minuteman, or more importantly, the Second American Revolution, we are going to bring back the republic."""
13777,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909,2014-12-19T08:32:00,Cabana,"<blockquote><div><cite>Of The Rnclave <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22847400#p22847400"">wrote</a>:</cite>[align=](<a class=""postlink"" href=""https://pbs.twimg.com/media/B0chgokIQAE5As3.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)[/align]</div></blockquote><br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://th00.deviantart.net/fs70/PRE/i/2014/248/8/3/national_and_state_flags_of_communist_america_by_regicollis-d7y2g4y.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">OOC: Better quality 4 u</a>"
13778,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909,2014-12-19T10:28:00,Sociomarketist Yugoslavia,"OOC I just took the name of the leader. Don`t expect me to act like he did in real life<br/>IC<br/>Prime Minister Haj Ali Razmara sits in his office worried. He wants the oil of his nation to make his country prosper, but the AIOC is giving them next to nothing. He could nationalize the industry but that would get him assassinated, at best, and his country invaded and destroyed at worst. He needed help from an outside power. Who to ask though? None of the Western nations would ever help him. Who is left then? The genocidal madman Stalin, the even worse Mao Tse Tung? It would have to be one of those two. But for Iran`s sake better Mao than Stalin. Stalin`s USSR was a neighbor, and was much more powerful than Mao`s China. On top of that the USSR would be ready to do anything to take complete control of Iran`s warm water ports."
13779,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909,2014-12-19T10:31:00,Lingria,"<span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;"">Ottawa,Canada</span><br/>""While we the Canadian people's still are considered to be British we are not, For we are more free then our neighbors in the South"" Finishing his speech the Prime Minister looked on to his Female counselor, Seeing a nod of approvement he stepped of the stage as a loud unison of claps came from the audience. he stopped a moment when a woman yelled ""YOUR THE BEST PRIME MINISTER!"" He was honestly touched by her bravery and courage to yell over the crowd. Stepping back to the mic Laurent spoke up pointing at the young girl ""You my dear are the definition of Canadian Pride, Just knowing those single words is enough to keep me going in these dark times.""<br/>""I thank you children of Canada"" stepping of the stage he walked through the crowd and got in his limousine and was driven to the Parliamental Building"
13780,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909,2014-12-19T10:36:00,Sociomarketist Yugoslavia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22843885#p22843885"">wrote</a>:</cite>Chairman Mao reviews some papers of the costs of his civil war. The bills for reconstruction was expensive, and Mao did not want to conform to capitalism to pay for it. Not yet. Mao decides to write a letter to Russia.<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>From: The People's Republic of China<br/>To: The Union of Soviet Socialist Republics<br/>Encryption: Low<br/><br/>The People's Republic of China is still in great need of rebuilding after 2 major wars in Chinese history. We are your largest, most powerful ally, and we ask you now for your nation to grant China monetary aid to achieve our goal of reconstruction. Do this, and China shall be continue to strive to greatness.<br/><br/>Sincerely,<br/>Chairman of the Chinese communist party, Mao Zedong</div></blockquote></div></blockquote><br/>To Chairman of the Chinese Communist Party Mao Zedong<br/>Prime Minister of Persia, Haj Ali Razmara, would like to establish a treaty of friendship between out two nations. We need support as we plan to nationalize our oil industry and we fear the British capitalist imperialists would invade us to stop this."
13781,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909,2014-12-19T10:37:00,Of The Rnclave,"<blockquote><div><cite>Lingria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22848199#p22848199"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;"">Ottawa,Canada</span><br/>""While we the Canadian people's still are considered to be British we are not, For we are more free then our neighbors in the South"" Finishing his speech the Prime Minister looked on to his Female counselor, Seeing a nod of approvement he stepped of the stage as a loud unison of claps came from the audience. he stopped a moment when a woman yelled ""YOUR THE BEST PRIME MINISTER!"" He was honestly touched by her bravery and courage to yell over the crowd. Stepping back to the mic Laurent spoke up pointing at the young girl ""You my dear are the definition of Canadian Pride, Just knowing those single words is enough to keep me going in these dark times."" <br/>""I thank you children of Canada"" stepping of the stage he walked through the crowd and got in his limousine and was driven to the Parliamental Building</div></blockquote><br/><br/>An American Peoples militia man stood at the back as the Prime Minister left. He patted his trench coat where his pistol was as he got in his car, speeding through the streets to beat the Prime Minister to the Parliament building. Barely beating the man he hurriedly walked up to stand on the Sidewalks with many other supporters as the President arrived. Reaching into his pocket, he cocked the hammer on his pistol, while in the other, pulling a small Canadian flag and cheering with the rest, putting on a fake mask of joy at the sight of the man he was supposed to assassinate. "" WE LOVE YOU! YOUR THE BEST PRIME MINSTER EVER!"" He screamed, an evil grin passing over his features, laughing knowing none of these men would know he was an American, having lived in Canada for 2 years, loosing his accent and picking up the customs."
13782,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909,2014-12-19T11:46:00,Tracian Empire,"<img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/9rAq2h1.jpg""/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">The Romanian Guard</span></span></span></span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Galati, somewhere near the Soviet Garrison</span></span></span><br/>It was 2am. In the Soviet Garrison in Galati, there were more guards as usual, because of the rumors of an imminent Guardist attack. More men, in dark uniforms and with gas masks, surrounded the garrison's perimeter. On a nearby deserted block house, a small canon and more machine guns were deployed. The snipers were in position.<br/><br/>Lt. Andrei Cerchikov was standing at post, smoking a cigarette. Pvt. Ivan Moronich was there to replace him.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Do you want a cigarette, comrade?</span>, asked Cerchikov.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Yes, thank you comrade lieutenant!</span>, answered Moronich The two begun to smoke.<span style=""font-style: italic"">The cigarette is very good, comrade lieutenant</span>, said Moronich.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Yes. Romanian cigarettes</span>, answered Cherchikov. Without any sound, they fell on the floor, shot down.<br/>Paul Robert, the sniper ace also known as ""Umbra"" (the Shadow), said :<span style=""font-style: italic"">The guards are down. Go, go, go!</span>He heard in his headphones<span style=""font-style: italic"">Understood, lieutenant</span>.<br/>The Legionaries, divided in more small groups, entered the garrison's yard. The first group went to the bunker's air supply installation. The guard there was killed quickly with a knife. They put more gas barrels in the installation, waiting to open them<br/>The second group went to the ammunition storage. The guards were shot by the snipers. They planted explosibles and left.<br/>The third group went in he bunker. All the guards in their way were killed with knives.They reached the HQ room and stole more plans and files.<br/>The fourth group entered the barracks and planted more gas bombs<br/>The fifth group climbed the building and hijacked the antenna, cutting the Soviets communications.<br/>All the groups retreated. The gas barrels were opened, and the gas bombs were detonated.<br/><br/>Down, in the bunker, Colonel Vladimir Ankuvich, known as the Butcher was sleeping. When someone knocked at his door.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Enter!</span>, said Ankuvich nervous.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Comrade colonel, we have found more guards dead. We believe that we are under attack.</span>, said a soldier.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Under attack? Are you stupid? Go back to sleep, you..</span>, said Ankuvich, when a green gas spread in the room. He fell from his bed, suffocated.<br/><br/>The explosibiles in the ammunition storage were detonated. The canon fired more times to provoke confusion. Then, all the Legionares left. Behind them was the silent Garrison, burning. The Soviet flag was on the floor, burning, and at the top of the garrison there was a strange flag, wawing in the morning wind.<br/><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/SBAeBIq.gif""/>"
13783,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909,2014-12-19T11:55:00,Harkback Union,"Reconstruction of France didn't go as planned. Industry was doing well but the Nationalist government did little to adress social issues or to help rebuild civilian infrastructure. Meanhile colonial unrest called for increasing amounts of troops to be sent overseas. Indochina was especially problematic. By the end of 1949, over 50% of the state budget was consumed by the military...<br/><br/><div align=""center"">Paris - 1950.<br/><br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H82D9xnF0L4"" rel=""nofollow"">Theme</a><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://cdn2.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/incoming/article29224058.ece/2c968/ALTERNATES/w300square/BELFAST%20400%20riots%201920s%201.jpg""/><br/><br/>Angry crowds flood the streets. Much inspired by the commune of 1871, they seize factories, public buildings and wealthy homes. The French authorities dispatch 10,000 soldiers to deal with the rebellion. In return, The parisians arm themselves and attempt to fight off the invading troops. After a violent clash, the attack is repealed. The French army now surrounds paris, blockading all trade. They also ask for help from the international community to defend France from a communist overthrow...</div>"
13784,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909,2014-12-19T13:07:00,Atlas Security,"<blockquote><div><cite>Of The Rnclave <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22847400#p22847400"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">I PLEDGE ALLEGIANCE<br/>TO THE FLAG<br/>OF THE UNITED AMERICAN SOCIALIST REPUBLICS<br/>AND TO FHE PEOPLES REPUBLIC<br/>FOR WHICH IT STANDS<br/>ONE NATION FOR THE WORKING CLASS<br/>INDIVISIBLE,<br/>WITH BREAD AND JUSTICE FOR ALL<br/></span><br/><br/>The students droned as they stood for the pledge to their nation. The teacher, Once a member of the Republican Party in a school full of Socialist Council supporters, had to watch his words around the children and staff. Swallowing the man stood and began speaking to the class, reading from the propaganda filled book before him. The book taught the evils of capitalism,how the evil money hungry England tried to genocide the Colonists, and how the Proletariat Washington united the scared working class and pushed them out of the Colonies by themselves while the great nation of France massacred the Bourgeoisie at every turn. He resisted the urge to roll his eyes while spitting out these words, then when the bell rang and it was time for the students to report to the menial factories they were employed in, he picked up his coat and walked out.<br/><br/>As he walked down the street he couldn't help but notice three members of the Peoples Militia, a brutal police force throughout the nation come form an alley not 10 feet behind him, picking up his pace he moved quicker down the street, hoping to escape the men. But then he looked further behind the Militia men, and saw ten trench coat clad men, all spread out in increment of about three feet, but there none the less. It was to late for him, that much was obvious as a Militia men slammed his rifle butt into his nose, knocking him down. Them the others began their beatings slamming whatever weapon they happened to have upon them , stomping in him occasionally. He could see it coming up the street already, the truck that would take him to the Death Camps, he struggled harder, trying to push the men away as it neared.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">BOOM!</span><br/><br/>The truck exploded like a fire work, the men he'd seen pulling old Thompson sub machines guns from their coats and spraying the militia men down, but more running from down the street. The leader it seemed, a pale but charismatic man with a Garand stolen from a Militia men no doubt, tossed him pistol, no surprise an American one. Hurriedly fiddling with the switch and hammer, the Teacher fired several rounds down the street, one of his sprayed shots hitting a Militia ken in the knee. The leader picked him up by the coat, dragging him back while snapping shots down the street. <br/><br/>"" Get up! we have to move!"" He shouted as he dragged him down an alley. Finding the strength in his legs again, he took off, running with the group as the turned down the twisting alleys of Boswash, the largest city in the world. Running faster he group slipped into a small garage looking building, closing the door and flipping on a light. <br/><br/>"" Thanks for saving me"" the Teacher almost cried as he dropped his pistol, wiping sweat from his brow.<br/><br/>"" No problem! But we must warn you, we are a revolutionary group."" The leader said evenly as he set his rifle down and rolled his shoulder to stretch. "" Which one?"" He asked quietly, realizing what had just happened and that their were at least twenty militia men after them. <br/><br/>"" The minuteman, or more importantly, the Second American Revolution, we are going to bring back the republic.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Albert Schmidt was a German-American citizen, loving his new found freedom after World War 2, when the damned communists took over. Pissed, he had contacted the German government. They sent 25 BND operatives to assimilate long ago. Now, the number was in the 500s. The new BND was being relied on by Germany an awful lot, as their small nation would crumble without it to launch attacks without being seen. These Germans all loved America... what it was before the Communists, anyways.<br/><br/>Many found themselves operating tanks and helicopters and bombers, others were in the National Guard. They recruited several men to form the New Patriot Army, the NPA, to fight the Soviets. These men were armed with G3 Assault rifles or UZI machine guns, as well as Luger or Colt pistols. Some took up the sniper trade, others the heavy machine gun. The spy outfit had turned into a revolutionary army, using Germany for logistics and extra support. Adenauer was very angry that the liberators of his homeland are being oppressed, and had demanded that these men are high priority.<br/><br/>Albert, an UZI hidden under his jacket and a Python revolver tucked away in a concealed quick draw holster, noticed the ruckus up the street. Under his breath, the 35 year old man muttered, ""Scheiße.""<br/><br/>When a man was rescued by the Minutemen, he casually walked towards the pursuers. When he got their attention, he slid to a nearby wall and took cover. He fired short bursts from his UZI out of one hand, and held his Python at any daring to come up close. He shot a man in the heart with his UZI, and out of ammo, reloaded his gun.<br/><br/>He shot another in the head, and he crumpled. He managed to spray down most of the Militiamen pursuing the Minutemen, and realized that he was hit in the chest.<br/><br/>He collapsed, and managed to pull himself into the doorway of a home. He crawled through the empty house, and found an alley with the Minuteman and other guy he saw. As they entered the garage, he crawled to the entrance, where crawled in. He said four words before he passed out, ""God.. Bless... Free.. America."""
13785,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909,2014-12-19T13:13:00,Atlas Security,"<blockquote><div><cite>Tracian Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22848826#p22848826"">wrote</a>:</cite>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i.imgur.com/9rAq2h1.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">The Romanian Guard</span></span></span></span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Galati, somewhere near the Soviet Garrison</span></span></span><br/>It was 2am. In the Soviet Garrison in Galati, there were more guards as usual, because of the rumors of an imminent Guardist attack. More men, in dark uniforms and with gas masks, surrounded the garrison's perimeter. On a nearby deserted block house, a small canon and more machine guns were deployed. The snipers were in position.<br/><br/>Lt. Andrei Cerchikov was standing at post, smoking a cigarette. Pvt. Ivan Moronich was there to replace him. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Do you want a cigarette, comrade?</span>, asked Cerchikov.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Yes, thank you comrade lieutenant!</span>, answered Moronich The two begun to smoke. <span style=""font-style: italic"">The cigarette is very good, comrade lieutenant</span>, said Moronich. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Yes. Romanian cigarettes</span>, answered Cherchikov. Without any sound, they fell on the floor, shot down.<br/>Paul Robert, the sniper ace also known as ""Umbra"" (the Shadow), said :<span style=""font-style: italic"">The guards are down. Go, go, go!</span> He heard in his headphones <span style=""font-style: italic"">Understood, lieutenant</span>.<br/>The Legionaries, divided in more small groups, entered the garrison's yard. The first group went to the bunker's air supply installation. The guard there was killed quickly with a knife. They put more gas barrels in the installation, waiting to open them<br/>The second group went to the ammunition storage. The guards were shot by the snipers. They planted explosibles and left.<br/>The third group went in he bunker. All the guards in their way were killed with knives.They reached the HQ room and stole more plans and files.<br/>The fourth group entered the barracks and planted more gas bombs<br/>The fifth group climbed the building and hijacked the antenna, cutting the Soviets communications.<br/>All the groups retreated. The gas barrels were opened, and the gas bombs were detonated. <br/><br/>Down, in the bunker, Colonel Vladimir Ankuvich, known as the Butcher was sleeping. When someone knocked at his door. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Enter!</span>, said Ankuvich nervous. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Comrade colonel, we have found more guards dead. We believe that we are under attack.</span>, said a soldier. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Under attack? Are you stupid? Go back to sleep, you..</span>, said Ankuvich, when a green gas spread in the room. He fell from his bed, suffocated.<br/><br/>The explosibiles in the ammunition storage were detonated. The canon fired more times to provoke confusion. Then, all the Legionares left. Behind them was the silent Garrison, burning. The Soviet flag was on the floor, burning, and at the top of the garrison there was a strange flag, wawing in the morning wind.<br/><br/><br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i.imgur.com/SBAeBIq.gif"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The Romanian BND team had made camp near a base called Galati. They were surprised to hear gunfire. Tanks rolled up that hill, and helis took off as the ground troops marched to cover outside of the base. The men had removed any German ID after failing to link up with the Legionnaires. The tanks found watchtowers, buildings, and vehicles untouched by the attack and fired. The helicopters and ground troops pushed in, ensuring that no man lived.<br/><br/>After that was done, the team scurried to meet up with the Legionnaires. Hopefully, they weren't too late."
13786,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909,2014-12-19T13:27:00,Of The Rnclave,"<blockquote><div><cite>Atlas Security <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22849527#p22849527"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Of The Rnclave <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22847400#p22847400"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">I PLEDGE ALLEGIANCE<br/>TO THE FLAG<br/>OF THE UNITED AMERICAN SOCIALIST REPUBLICS<br/>AND TO FHE PEOPLES REPUBLIC<br/>FOR WHICH IT STANDS<br/>ONE NATION FOR THE WORKING CLASS<br/>INDIVISIBLE,<br/>WITH BREAD AND JUSTICE FOR ALL<br/></span><br/><br/>The students droned as they stood for the pledge to their nation. The teacher, Once a member of the Republican Party in a school full of Socialist Council supporters, had to watch his words around the children and staff. Swallowing the man stood and began speaking to the class, reading from the propaganda filled book before him. The book taught the evils of capitalism,how the evil money hungry England tried to genocide the Colonists, and how the Proletariat Washington united the scared working class and pushed them out of the Colonies by themselves while the great nation of France massacred the Bourgeoisie at every turn. He resisted the urge to roll his eyes while spitting out these words, then when the bell rang and it was time for the students to report to the menial factories they were employed in, he picked up his coat and walked out.<br/><br/>As he walked down the street he couldn't help but notice three members of the Peoples Militia, a brutal police force throughout the nation come form an alley not 10 feet behind him, picking up his pace he moved quicker down the street, hoping to escape the men. But then he looked further behind the Militia men, and saw ten trench coat clad men, all spread out in increment of about three feet, but there none the less. It was to late for him, that much was obvious as a Militia men slammed his rifle butt into his nose, knocking him down. Them the others began their beatings slamming whatever weapon they happened to have upon them , stomping in him occasionally. He could see it coming up the street already, the truck that would take him to the Death Camps, he struggled harder, trying to push the men away as it neared.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">BOOM!</span><br/><br/>The truck exploded like a fire work, the men he'd seen pulling old Thompson sub machines guns from their coats and spraying the militia men down, but more running from down the street. The leader it seemed, a pale but charismatic man with a Garand stolen from a Militia men no doubt, tossed him pistol, no surprise an American one. Hurriedly fiddling with the switch and hammer, the Teacher fired several rounds down the street, one of his sprayed shots hitting a Militia ken in the knee. The leader picked him up by the coat, dragging him back while snapping shots down the street. <br/><br/>"" Get up! we have to move!"" He shouted as he dragged him down an alley. Finding the strength in his legs again, he took off, running with the group as the turned down the twisting alleys of Boswash, the largest city in the world. Running faster he group slipped into a small garage looking building, closing the door and flipping on a light. <br/><br/>"" Thanks for saving me"" the Teacher almost cried as he dropped his pistol, wiping sweat from his brow.<br/><br/>"" No problem! But we must warn you, we are a revolutionary group."" The leader said evenly as he set his rifle down and rolled his shoulder to stretch. "" Which one?"" He asked quietly, realizing what had just happened and that their were at least twenty militia men after them. <br/><br/>"" The minuteman, or more importantly, the Second American Revolution, we are going to bring back the republic.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Albert Schmidt was a German-American citizen, loving his new found freedom after World War 2, when the damned communists took over. Pissed, he had contacted the German government. They sent 25 BND operatives to assimilate long ago. Now, the number was in the 500s. The new BND was being relied on by Germany an awful lot, as their small nation would crumble without it to launch attacks without being seen. These Germans all loved America... what it was before the Communists, anyways. <br/><br/>Many found themselves operating tanks and helicopters and bombers, others were in the National Guard. They recruited several men to form the New Patriot Army, the NPA, to fight the Soviets. These men were armed with G3 Assault rifles or UZI machine guns, as well as Luger or Colt pistols. Some took up the sniper trade, others the heavy machine gun. The spy outfit had turned into a revolutionary army, using Germany for logistics and extra support. Adenauer was very angry that the liberators of his homeland are being oppressed, and had demanded that these men are high priority.<br/><br/>Albert, an UZI hidden under his jacket and a Python revolver tucked away in a concealed quick draw holster, noticed the ruckus up the street. Under his breath, the 35 year old man muttered, ""Scheiße."" <br/><br/>When a man was rescued by the Minutemen, he casually walked towards the pursuers. When he got their attention, he slid to a nearby wall and took cover. He fired short bursts from his UZI out of one hand, and held his Python at any daring to come up close. He shot a man in the heart with his UZI, and out of ammo, reloaded his gun.<br/><br/> He shot another in the head, and he crumpled. He managed to spray down most of the Militiamen pursuing the Minutemen, and realized that he was hit in the chest. <br/><br/>He collapsed, and managed to pull himself into the doorway of a home. He crawled through the empty house, and found an alley with the Minuteman and other guy he saw. As they entered the garage, he crawled to the entrance, where crawled in. He said four words before he passed out, ""God.. Bless... Free.. America.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The Minuteman leader picked the man up, leaning him against the wall why his partners wiped away the blood near the door. The leader picked the man up, speaking in German for a minute, seeing if he was awake, before laying him in bed and yelling for medical supplies. Turning to the teacher he smiled nervously "" I was a Doctor, I supported what the Socialists were, but not any more."" He said with a serious face, as he brought him over, making him press on a wound while he applied bandages"
13787,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909,2014-12-19T13:54:00,Atlas Security,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22848898#p22848898"">wrote</a>:</cite>Reconstruction of France didn't go as planned. Industry was doing well but the Nationalist government did little to adress social issues or to help rebuild civilian infrastructure. Meanhile colonial unrest called for increasing amounts of troops to be sent overseas. Indochina was especially problematic. By the end of 1949, over 50% of the state budget was consumed by the military...<br/><br/><div align=""center"">Paris - 1950.<br/><br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H82D9xnF0L4"" rel=""nofollow"">Theme</a><br/><br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://cdn2.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/incoming/article29224058.ece/2c968/ALTERNATES/w300square/BELFAST%20400%20riots%201920s%201.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/><br/>Angry crowds flood the streets. Much inspired by the commune of 1871, they seize factories, public buildings and wealthy homes. The French authorities dispatch 10,000 soldiers to deal with the rebellion. In return, The Parisians arm themselves and attempt to fight off the invading troops. After a violent clash, the attack is repealed. The French army now surrounds Paris, blockading all trade. They also ask for help from the international community to defend France from a communist overthrow...</div></div></blockquote><br/><br/>Theodore Heuß looked at Konrad Adenauer. They had relied on the BND to do much of Germany's dirty work. The operations in Romania and America were flourishing, and many men were deployed world wide. Now, with reports of a Communist uprising in France, the blooming German government had activated BND operatives, who discovered the Communist agitators. West German troops were some of the best in the world, as the former United States had dropped in quality after the uprising.<br/><br/>Germany could not afford another Communist government. The West German Special Forces, created after the American Socialists left Germany, were named the KSK. The BND would soon join them. They armed up with UZI and AKS sub machine guns and Colt Python and M1911 pistols, common fare and elite weaponry combined.<br/><br/>As the KSK mobilized, Germany utilized the new Cargo Jet. They had designed one with several weapons, and used the Norden bomb sight. Soldiers used 20mm machine guns mounted on the back and side windows of the plane to suppress and destroy enemy positions. 4 tanks could squeeze in when soldiers were at max capacity. The plane was armored on all sides, and troops could parachute off of it or run down the ramp at landing depending on the circumstance. It was a work in progress. Its name? The GC1.<br/><br/>Soldiers piled into GC1s with their gear in packs. The tanks squeezed in, so the men would let the tanks roll off first. The landing zone would last for miles across in fields circling Paris, so the soldiers would run behind the tanks and take cover anywhere but.<br/><br/>Scout Helicopters containing 5 men and 2 miniguns (other than the pilot), would ferry elite infantry(soon to join KSK with BND) to several choke-points, where they would build forts(KSK, BND, and Elite Infantry all are engineers in addition to other professions.)<br/><br/>Meanwhile, diplomats would push France to pay attention to her people, and they knew that this could prevent a Communist uprising.<br/><br/>With the support plan set and the men were waiting, Konrad drafted a letter to the French President, as Heuß went back to the job of keeping a happy people happy without taking away their liberty.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Letter""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: French Gov't| Subject: Support| Urgency: High| Security: Extreme|<br/><br/>Dear French Gov't,<br/><br/>Germany is willing to devote part of it's military to assist you, under the circumstances that you pay attention to your people, as President Heuß has done for ours. We will not tolerate a Communist uprising, and will act alone if the rebellion spreads. Please consider our offer, and make sure that you treat your people with respect. My apologies if this comes off as harsh.<br/><br/>Yours Truly,<br/>Konrad Adenauer<br/>Chancellor of Germany</blockquote></div></div></div>"
13788,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909,2014-12-19T13:58:00,Of The Rnclave,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">WASHINGTON RED ZONE</span></span><br/><br/>What was once the capital of the old USA, is now a battleground for the UASR and the revolutionaries. Two armies grind against each other day and night as the cities control changes daily.<br/><br/>A Minuteman fired his Springfield as a Militia man, his body crumpling, as his friend turned, firing his M14 as shots snapped past his skull. The Minuteman caught a bullet to the side of his face, the impact knocking him back, taking a patch of his cheek and several teeth with the bullet. Scrambling to a position to drag himself away, he scrambled for a grenade on his belt, but it would not work, a hard steel stock hit him in the back of the skull knocking him over.<br/><br/>He would not wake until hours later, when he was being shoved into a line of at least 500 men, all marching towards a pit. They all knew what was coming. The Peoples Militia lined them up in a long line, three machine gunners checking their weapons.<br/><br/>A Captain walked forward, his evil smile unsettling all of the men. "" Why hello! You all are here because, well you don't like our little system. But the Peoples Republic is here to stay, and is the strangers economy there is, so what is wrong with it? Nothing is completely free you fools, get that through your heads."" He finished, waving his hand as the gunners grasped their triggers, the night resounding with loud bangs of guns, and the screams of the innocents.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">PRESIDENTIAL OFFICE</span></span><br/><br/>Eugene V Debs, the President of the UASR sat at his desk, across from him sat Franklin Roosevelt, laying back comfortably in hai chair while they discussed the needs of the Republic.<br/><br/>"" I'm just saying Eugene, these Minuteman have become a giant problem, we need to assure the people that we are not what these fascist monsters claim we are. Perhaps a few amendments to give the people things they need? We have plenty of extra money, the military is running perfectly and says they have more money than they know what to do with, same with Social Services, we have few homeless anymore, anyone still living outside does it on their own accord."" Roosevelt finished leaning back as he took a breath, wiping his brow, he hadn't felt well recently.<br/><br/>Debs stood up, looking out the window with a far away expression. "" Perhaps we should reduce The Peoples Militias funds, at first they were meant to purge those old parties so we could go to the future without their problems, but now they act separate of us, on their own accord, like a rebellion of their own. I got your letter of amendments and I shall pass them, we need the people on our side more than ever."" He said turning around slowly, the bags under his eyes showing just how tired he was."
13789,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909&start=25,2014-12-19T13:59:00,Atlas Security,"<blockquote><div><cite>Of The Rnclave <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22849686#p22849686"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Atlas Security <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22849527#p22849527"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Albert Schmidt was a German-American citizen, loving his new found freedom after World War 2, when the damned communists took over. Pissed, he had contacted the German government. They sent 25 BND operatives to assimilate long ago. Now, the number was in the 500s. The new BND was being relied on by Germany an awful lot, as their small nation would crumble without it to launch attacks without being seen. These Germans all loved America... what it was before the Communists, anyways. <br/><br/>Many found themselves operating tanks and helicopters and bombers, others were in the National Guard. They recruited several men to form the New Patriot Army, the NPA, to fight the Soviets. These men were armed with G3 Assault rifles or UZI machine guns, as well as Luger or Colt pistols. Some took up the sniper trade, others the heavy machine gun. The spy outfit had turned into a revolutionary army, using Germany for logistics and extra support. Adenauer was very angry that the liberators of his homeland are being oppressed, and had demanded that these men are high priority.<br/><br/>Albert, an UZI hidden under his jacket and a Python revolver tucked away in a concealed quick draw holster, noticed the ruckus up the street. Under his breath, the 35 year old man muttered, ""Scheiße."" <br/><br/>When a man was rescued by the Minutemen, he casually walked towards the pursuers. When he got their attention, he slid to a nearby wall and took cover. He fired short bursts from his UZI out of one hand, and held his Python at any daring to come up close. He shot a man in the heart with his UZI, and out of ammo, reloaded his gun.<br/><br/> He shot another in the head, and he crumpled. He managed to spray down most of the Militiamen pursuing the Minutemen, and realized that he was hit in the chest. <br/><br/>He collapsed, and managed to pull himself into the doorway of a home. He crawled through the empty house, and found an alley with the Minuteman and other guy he saw. As they entered the garage, he crawled to the entrance, where crawled in. He said four words before he passed out, ""God.. Bless... Free.. America.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The Minuteman leader picked the man up, leaning him against the wall why his partners wiped away the blood near the door. The leader picked the man up, speaking in German for a minute, seeing if he was awake, before laying him in bed and yelling for medical supplies. Turning to the teacher he smiled nervously "" I was a Doctor, I supported what the Socialists were, but not any more."" He said with a serious face, as he brought him over, making him press on a wound while he applied bandages</div></blockquote><br/>The tired Albert woke up in a strange place. Then he remembered. thanked the man in English, and explained his story. He started from the Fascists killing his family and putting him in a labor camp for being Jewish, to the circumstances for him finding the battle, and fighting the militiamen. He explained the NPA, and asked if he had a secure telephone line to use. He was going to get NPA support to save Bosworth, he explained. Then, he passed out again."
13790,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909&start=25,2014-12-19T14:02:00,Of The Rnclave,"<blockquote><div><cite>Atlas Security <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22849955#p22849955"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Of The Rnclave <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22849686#p22849686"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>The Minuteman leader picked the man up, leaning him against the wall why his partners wiped away the blood near the door. The leader picked the man up, speaking in German for a minute, seeing if he was awake, before laying him in bed and yelling for medical supplies. Turning to the teacher he smiled nervously "" I was a Doctor, I supported what the Socialists were, but not any more."" He said with a serious face, as he brought him over, making him press on a wound while he applied bandages</div></blockquote><br/>The tired Albert woke up in a strange place. Then he remembered. thanked the man in English, and explained his story. He started from the Fascists killing his family and putting him in a labor camp for being Jewish, to the circumstances for him finding the battle, and fighting the militiamen. He explained the NPA, and asked if he had a secure telephone line to use. He was going to get NPA support to save Bosworth, he explained. Then, he passed out again.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Listening the leader slowly put him back to sleep as he worked at fixing the mans cuts. "" We need some more medicine."" Looking at the teacher he tilted his head, taking a deep breath the recently saved man nodded "" It's the least I can do, the Militia should be occupied in the west side of town due to the protests on the west, which they are allowing suddenly."" He finsihes, picking up the pistol he was given and putting in his blood splattered vest pocket, sliding on a coat and walking out."
13791,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909&start=25,2014-12-19T14:17:00,Atlas Security,"<blockquote><div><cite>Of The Rnclave <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22849978#p22849978"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Atlas Security <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22849955#p22849955"">wrote</a>:</cite>The tired Albert woke up in a strange place. Then he remembered. thanked the man in English, and explained his story. He started from the Fascists killing his family and putting him in a labor camp for being Jewish, to the circumstances for him finding the battle, and fighting the militiamen. He explained the NPA, and asked if he had a secure telephone line to use. He was going to get NPA support to save Bosworth, he explained. Then, he passed out again.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Listening the leader slowly put him back to sleep as he worked at fixing the mans cuts. "" We need some more medicine."" Looking at the teacher he tilted his head, taking a deep breath the recently saved man nodded "" It's the least I can do, the Militia should be occupied in the west side of town due to the protests on the west, which they are allowing suddenly."" He finsihes, picking up the pistol he was given and putting in his blood splattered vest pocket, sliding on a coat and walking out.</div></blockquote><br/>For the next few hours, Albert was in and out. Suddenly, he felt a strange... rejuvenation. The German man asked again about the telephone line, and about a new set of clothes as he checked his weapons and ammo.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><br/>NPA Camp<br/>Outside of Bosworth<br/></span></span><br/><br/>Captain Schmidt, Albert's older brother, knew that something was wrong. His brother said that he was going to take a stroll in the street, but knowing, Albert, the boy always got into trouble. The two miraculously launched guerrilla attacks after escaping Concentration Camps in Nazi Germany. He hated the equally tyrannical Fascists and Communists as if they were the same.<br/><br/>With, protests overtaking the west part of Bosworth, he took his well trained, armed, and nourished 15 men to the east. They patrolled with old AKS rifles, so that they assumed it was a Militia group. They found the blood markings. The men followed through, and saw an old garage that it stopped at. They knocked on the door, and shouted, ""Albert, are you alright?"" in German.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">The Garage<br/>East Bosworth</span></span><br/>Albert's heart skipped at the sound of his brother, and he told the Minutemen to meet the NPA."
13792,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909&start=25,2014-12-19T14:23:00,Of The Rnclave,"<blockquote><div><cite>Atlas Security <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22850102#p22850102"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Of The Rnclave <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22849978#p22849978"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Listening the leader slowly put him back to sleep as he worked at fixing the mans cuts. "" We need some more medicine."" Looking at the teacher he tilted his head, taking a deep breath the recently saved man nodded "" It's the least I can do, the Militia should be occupied in the west side of town due to the protests on the west, which they are allowing suddenly."" He finsihes, picking up the pistol he was given and putting in his blood splattered vest pocket, sliding on a coat and walking out.</div></blockquote><br/>For the next few hours, Albert was in and out. Suddenly, he felt a strange... rejuvenation. The German man asked again about the telephone line, and about a new set of clothes as he checked his weapons and ammo. <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><br/>NPA Camp<br/>Outside of Bosworth<br/></span></span><br/><br/>Captain Schmidt, Albert's older brother, knew that something was wrong. His brother said that he was going to take a stroll in the street, but knowing, Albert, the boy always got into trouble. The two miraculously launched guerrilla attacks after escaping Concentration Camps in Nazi Germany. He hated the equally tyrannical Fascists and Communists as if they were the same.<br/><br/>With, protests overtaking the west part of Bosworth, he took his well trained, armed, and nourished 15 men to the east. They patrolled with old AKS rifles, so that they assumed it was a Militia group. They found the blood markings. The men followed through, and saw an old garage that it stopped at. They knocked on the door, and shouted, ""Albert, are you alright?"" in German.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">The Garage<br/>East Bosworth</span></span><br/>Albert's heart skipped at the sound of his brother, and he told the Minutemen to meet the NPA.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The Leader picked up his rifle, motioning for his men to open the door, as the door opened, the Leader leaned in front of the door, rifle leveled. ""Who are you people? We are not open to new members, if your not here for this man, go."" He finished still leveled at the men. He took a breath, ready to fire if they ended up being enemies."
13793,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909&start=25,2014-12-19T14:27:00,Atlas Security,"<blockquote><div><cite>Of The Rnclave <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22850170#p22850170"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Atlas Security <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22850102#p22850102"">wrote</a>:</cite>For the next few hours, Albert was in and out. Suddenly, he felt a strange... rejuvenation. The German man asked again about the telephone line, and about a new set of clothes as he checked his weapons and ammo. <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><br/>NPA Camp<br/>Outside of Bosworth<br/></span></span><br/><br/>Captain Schmidt, Albert's older brother, knew that something was wrong. His brother said that he was going to take a stroll in the street, but knowing, Albert, the boy always got into trouble. The two miraculously launched guerrilla attacks after escaping Concentration Camps in Nazi Germany. He hated the equally tyrannical Fascists and Communists as if they were the same.<br/><br/>With, protests overtaking the west part of Bosworth, he took his well trained, armed, and nourished 15 men to the east. They patrolled with old AKS rifles, so that they assumed it was a Militia group. They found the blood markings. The men followed through, and saw an old garage that it stopped at. They knocked on the door, and shouted, ""Albert, are you alright?"" in German.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">The Garage<br/>East Bosworth</span></span><br/>Albert's heart skipped at the sound of his brother, and he told the Minutemen to meet the NPA.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The Leader picked up his rifle, motioning for his men to open the door, as the door opened, the Leader leaned in front of the door, rifle leveled. ""Who are you people? We are not open to new members, if your not here for this man, go."" He finished still leveled at the men. He took a breath, ready to fire if they ended up being enemies.</div></blockquote><br/>""We are here for 'this man',"" the Captain replied. ""We are the New Patriot Army. Nice to see you Minutemen. Heard good things about you. Anyways, Albert, lets go."" The Captain and Albert abruptly began talking about what happened, while still in the garage, even though they risked detection and annoyance of the Minuteman."
13794,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909&start=25,2014-12-19T15:51:00,Soviet Chernarus,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">National Assembly Buildings<br/>Rome<br/>The Socialist People's Democratic Republic of Italy</span><br/><br/>Rome had remained relatively intact during the Second World War, with the Germans having declared it an open city when they retreated across the peninsula, pursued by Allied forces. Priceless historical sites left behind since Ancient Rome had been preserved, and now the city would be the center of a new era of progress and prosperity for the Italian peoples...<br/><br/>Storace stood outside of the buildings which were where the nation's primary lawmaking body, the National Assembly, met, voted, and passed laws. A short and unimpressive man, the Prime Minister of the Republic approached the buildings, which were surrounded by a long fence to keep out unwanted intruders. They kept up round-the-clock security, and guards rotated shifts constantly. He walked up on the marble steps, and into the main building. Already the members of the Assembly were gathering; while roughly half of them had still not arrived, the ones that had were talking with each other. Storace's eyes caught the emblem of the Italian communist party, and he knew they would keep trying to push their agenda through.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Stubborn bastards...</span>he thought. The Communist Party and the Socialist Party were rivals, when it came to trying to control the Assembly. The Communist party had rapidly gained popularity during World War Two during the invasion of Italy by the Italian Korps, but it had never really gained a majority in the Assembly. That didn't stop them from trying, though...<br/><br/>He continued to walk through the building into a narrow hallway. He had better things to do then argue with the communists, who constantly pestered him to take a more aggressive and authoritorian approach to rebuilding the nation and improving the economy."
13795,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909&start=25,2014-12-19T17:05:00,Of The Rnclave,"<blockquote><div><cite>Atlas Security <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22850189#p22850189"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Of The Rnclave <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22850170#p22850170"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>The Leader picked up his rifle, motioning for his men to open the door, as the door opened, the Leader leaned in front of the door, rifle leveled. ""Who are you people? We are not open to new members, if your not here for this man, go."" He finished still leveled at the men. He took a breath, ready to fire if they ended up being enemies.</div></blockquote><br/>""We are here for 'this man',"" the Captain replied. ""We are the New Patriot Army. Nice to see you Minutemen. Heard good things about you. Anyways, Albert, lets go."" The Captain and Albert abruptly began talking about what happened, while still in the garage, even though they risked detection and annoyance of the Minuteman.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The Leader sat down, his gloves covered in the blood of Albert. He she'd his gloves as he stood back up moving to the conference room they used, or in other words a cleared out room with a giant table in the middle and maps on the walls. He studied the map of Peoples Militia movements in Boswash. He shot up at the detail he finally saw. "" I've found him! I've found Eisonhower!"" He shouted turning around, the 10 Minuteman breaking out in grins as they picked up their rifles, the twin from out side drowned out their noise. He turned to the men before him "" We've found Dwight Eisonhower, if we get him, it'll be the spark we need."" The Leader smiled, his worn, ragged features alight with happiness.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">THE PEOPLES DRUG STORE</span></span><br/><br/>The teachers hands shakingly grabbed handfuls of Morphine, bandages and alcohol as he moved around the back of the store. His clammy hand found his pistol, it's presence the only thing keeping him from looking even more suspicious. Searching for something that he could buy so he could look less suspicious, he grasped a pack of rubbers, he didn't have a wife, or really any sort of love interest, his life of hiding from the Peoples Militia wouldn't allow that. Walking up to the counter, his heart nearly stopped at the sight of two Peoples Militia men laughing with the shop keeper. Sweating profusely he set the rubbers on the counter.<br/><br/>"" Having some fun to night, eh?"" The shopkeeper laughed. The Teacher laughed nervously as he pulled out the bills. A Peoples Militia man patted him on the side, laughing with the shopkeeper, but unfortunately his hand landed upon one of his pockets full of supplies. The mans features darkened as he shoved the Teacher towards and out the door. Stumbling he grabbed at his pistol, shakingly pulling it from his pocket. Turning he pointed it at one Militia man, jerking the trigger and sending a bullet through the mans eye. Blood splattered the other as he took off down the street like a bullet, sprinting faster than he ever hand during his time as a college runner. Rounding the corner to the Alley he saw a sight that would have made him vomit if he'd eaten recently. 40 Militia men stood near the door to the garage, their weapons drawn, their large metal battering ram slamming relentlessly against the door, a man slumped against the wall, the Minuteman who had left after him, a betrayal. He swallowed as he raised his pistol, firing a shot that slammed into a Militia man, turning he ran right into another's chest, his rifle butt slamming in to the side of his skull as his world went black."
13796,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909&start=25,2014-12-19T18:46:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>Atlas Security <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22849913#p22849913"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22848898#p22848898"">wrote</a>:</cite>Reconstruction of France didn't go as planned. Industry was doing well but the Nationalist government did little to adress social issues or to help rebuild civilian infrastructure. Meanhile colonial unrest called for increasing amounts of troops to be sent overseas. Indochina was especially problematic. By the end of 1949, over 50% of the state budget was consumed by the military...<br/><br/><div align=""center"">Paris - 1950.<br/><br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H82D9xnF0L4"" rel=""nofollow"">Theme</a><br/><br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://cdn2.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/incoming/article29224058.ece/2c968/ALTERNATES/w300square/BELFAST%20400%20riots%201920s%201.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/><br/>Angry crowds flood the streets. Much inspired by the commune of 1871, they seize factories, public buildings and wealthy homes. The French authorities dispatch 10,000 soldiers to deal with the rebellion. In return, The Parisians arm themselves and attempt to fight off the invading troops. After a violent clash, the attack is repealed. The French army now surrounds Paris, blockading all trade. They also ask for help from the international community to defend France from a communist overthrow...</div></div></blockquote><br/><br/>Theodore Heuß looked at Konrad Adenauer. They had relied on the BND to do much of Germany's dirty work. The operations in Romania and America were flourishing, and many men were deployed world wide. Now, with reports of a Communist uprising in France, the blooming German government had activated BND operatives, who discovered the Communist agitators. West German troops were some of the best in the world, as the former United States had dropped in quality after the uprising. <br/><br/>Germany could not afford another Communist government. The West German Special Forces, created after the American Socialists left Germany, were named the KSK. The BND would soon join them. They armed up with UZI and AKS sub machine guns and Colt Python and M1911 pistols, common fare and elite weaponry combined. <br/><br/>As the KSK mobilized, Germany utilized the new Cargo Jet. They had designed one with several weapons, and used the Norden bomb sight. Soldiers used 20mm machine guns mounted on the back and side windows of the plane to suppress and destroy enemy positions. 4 tanks could squeeze in when soldiers were at max capacity. The plane was armored on all sides, and troops could parachute off of it or run down the ramp at landing depending on the circumstance. It was a work in progress. Its name? The GC1.<br/><br/>Soldiers piled into GC1s with their gear in packs. The tanks squeezed in, so the men would let the tanks roll off first. The landing zone would last for miles across in fields circling Paris, so the soldiers would run behind the tanks and take cover anywhere but.<br/><br/>Scout Helicopters containing 5 men and 2 miniguns (other than the pilot), would ferry elite infantry(soon to join KSK with BND) to several choke-points, where they would build forts(KSK, BND, and Elite Infantry all are engineers in addition to other professions.) <br/><br/>Meanwhile, diplomats would push France to pay attention to her people, and they knew that this could prevent a Communist uprising.<br/><br/>With the support plan set and the men were waiting, Konrad drafted a letter to the French President, as Heuß went back to the job of keeping a happy people happy without taking away their liberty. <br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Letter""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: French Gov't| Subject: Support| Urgency: High| Security: Extreme|<br/><br/>Dear French Gov't,<br/><br/>Germany is willing to devote part of it's military to assist you, under the circumstances that you pay attention to your people, as President Heuß has done for ours. We will not tolerate a Communist uprising, and will act alone if the rebellion spreads. Please consider our offer, and make sure that you treat your people with respect. My apologies if this comes off as harsh.<br/><br/>Yours Truly,<br/>Konrad Adenauer<br/>Chancellor of Germany</blockquote></div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/><br/>The French authorities welcomed the german support. In an official latter, they thanked their eastern neighbors for the assistance. Meanwhile, Troops from the colonies where withdrawn to deal with unrest in the countryside. Another problematic location was Marseilles. Here, a group of revolutionaries took control of an experimental nuclear reactor and uranium enrichment facility...<br/><br/><br/>Downtown Paris.<br/><br/>Over a million people gather on the the champ the mars to witness the the world's biggest squirrel wheel in operation. Since power stations around paris were seized by german and french forces, The revolutionaries had to assemble their own generator. Fuel was in shortage due to the blockade so the parisians built a giant squirrel wheel, fit for several dozen citizens. They took turns to run or walk in it. The electricity was needed to power the oversized radio tower that stood in the middle of paris. From there, The Communares broadcasted a radio message to the world.<br/><br/>""Free Nations of Earth! The people of France ask for your help! We have risen up against our opressors, who have long terrorized us and our brothers and sisters overseas. They... *static* ...and the Murderous germans, who once again seek to destroy out newborn liberty and establish a... *static* ...forced us to fight against the freedom of african and... *static*... Please, If you hear this message, report it to... *static* ...on frequencies ranging... *static* ...All support is appreciated. Vive la commune, vive la revolution, vive la... *static* ..."""
13797,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909&start=25,2014-12-19T18:59:00,Of The Rnclave,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22852725#p22852725"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Atlas Security <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22849913#p22849913"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Theodore Heuß looked at Konrad Adenauer. They had relied on the BND to do much of Germany's dirty work. The operations in Romania and America were flourishing, and many men were deployed world wide. Now, with reports of a Communist uprising in France, the blooming German government had activated BND operatives, who discovered the Communist agitators. West German troops were some of the best in the world, as the former United States had dropped in quality after the uprising. <br/><br/>Germany could not afford another Communist government. The West German Special Forces, created after the American Socialists left Germany, were named the KSK. The BND would soon join them. They armed up with UZI and AKS sub machine guns and Colt Python and M1911 pistols, common fare and elite weaponry combined. <br/><br/>As the KSK mobilized, Germany utilized the new Cargo Jet. They had designed one with several weapons, and used the Norden bomb sight. Soldiers used 20mm machine guns mounted on the back and side windows of the plane to suppress and destroy enemy positions. 4 tanks could squeeze in when soldiers were at max capacity. The plane was armored on all sides, and troops could parachute off of it or run down the ramp at landing depending on the circumstance. It was a work in progress. Its name? The GC1.<br/><br/>Soldiers piled into GC1s with their gear in packs. The tanks squeezed in, so the men would let the tanks roll off first. The landing zone would last for miles across in fields circling Paris, so the soldiers would run behind the tanks and take cover anywhere but.<br/><br/>Scout Helicopters containing 5 men and 2 miniguns (other than the pilot), would ferry elite infantry(soon to join KSK with BND) to several choke-points, where they would build forts(KSK, BND, and Elite Infantry all are engineers in addition to other professions.) <br/><br/>Meanwhile, diplomats would push France to pay attention to her people, and they knew that this could prevent a Communist uprising.<br/><br/>With the support plan set and the men were waiting, Konrad drafted a letter to the French President, as Heuß went back to the job of keeping a happy people happy without taking away their liberty. <br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Letter""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: French Gov't| Subject: Support| Urgency: High| Security: Extreme|<br/><br/>Dear French Gov't,<br/><br/>Germany is willing to devote part of it's military to assist you, under the circumstances that you pay attention to your people, as President Heuß has done for ours. We will not tolerate a Communist uprising, and will act alone if the rebellion spreads. Please consider our offer, and make sure that you treat your people with respect. My apologies if this comes off as harsh.<br/><br/>Yours Truly,<br/>Konrad Adenauer<br/>Chancellor of Germany</blockquote></div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/><br/>The French authorities welcomed the german support. In an official latter, they thanked their eastern neighbors for the assistance. Meanwhile, Troops from the colonies where withdrawn to deal with unrest in the countryside. Another problematic location was Marseilles. Here, a group of revolutionaries took control of an experimental nuclear reactor and uranium enrichment facility...<br/><br/><br/>Downtown Paris.<br/><br/>Over a million people gather on the the champ the mars to witness the the world's biggest squirrel wheel in operation. Since power stations around paris were seized by german and french forces, The revolutionaries had to assemble their own generator. Fuel was in shortage due to the blockade so the parisians built a giant squirrel wheel, fit for several dozen citizens. They took turns to run or walk in it. The electricity was needed to power the oversized radio tower that stood in the middle of paris. From there, The Communares broadcasted a radio message to the world.<br/><br/>""Free Nations of Earth! The people of France ask for your help! We have risen up against our opressors, who have long terrorized us and our brothers and sisters overseas. They... *static* ...and the Murderous germans, who once again seek to destroy out newborn liberty and establish a... *static* ...forced us to fight against the freedom of african and... *static*... Please, If you hear this message, report it to... *static* ...on frequencies ranging... *static* ...All support is appreciated. Vive la commune, vive la revolution, vive la... *static* ...""</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">AMERICAN SIXTH FLEET</span></span><br/><br/>The fleet rolled throughout he waters, the 120,000 men shoved within the boats as they neared France. Their mission was simple, install Socialism in France, and get an ally in Europe. The Carrier within the group launched multiple jets, the planes swooping over France, carrying the propaganda phamplets they had been loaded down with. The were going to distribute them all over the biggest cities in France, while the 120,000 landed to help he rebellion on the southern edges of the nation, and educate the people they would love with for the next few months in the greatness of Socialism. Douglas MacArthur smiled aboard his ship as his men charged the unguarded beaches, simply strolling into beach front villages under the cover of protecting the people. He sat in his boat as it left,still smiling as his men dragged 'conspirators from their houses, arresting them for purging later."
13798,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909&start=25,2014-12-19T19:09:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>Of The Rnclave <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22852836#p22852836"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22852725#p22852725"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>The French authorities welcomed the german support. In an official latter, they thanked their eastern neighbors for the assistance. Meanwhile, Troops from the colonies where withdrawn to deal with unrest in the countryside. Another problematic location was Marseilles. Here, a group of revolutionaries took control of an experimental nuclear reactor and uranium enrichment facility...<br/><br/><br/>Downtown Paris.<br/><br/>Over a million people gather on the the champ the mars to witness the the world's biggest squirrel wheel in operation. Since power stations around paris were seized by german and french forces, The revolutionaries had to assemble their own generator. Fuel was in shortage due to the blockade so the parisians built a giant squirrel wheel, fit for several dozen citizens. They took turns to run or walk in it. The electricity was needed to power the oversized radio tower that stood in the middle of paris. From there, The Communares broadcasted a radio message to the world.<br/><br/>""Free Nations of Earth! The people of France ask for your help! We have risen up against our opressors, who have long terrorized us and our brothers and sisters overseas. They... *static* ...and the Murderous germans, who once again seek to destroy out newborn liberty and establish a... *static* ...forced us to fight against the freedom of african and... *static*... Please, If you hear this message, report it to... *static* ...on frequencies ranging... *static* ...All support is appreciated. Vive la commune, vive la revolution, vive la... *static* ...""</div></blockquote><br/><br/> <span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">AMERICAN SIXTH FLEET</span></span><br/><br/>The fleet rolled throughout he waters, the 120,000 men shoved within the boats as they neared France. Their mission was simple, install Socialism in France, and get an ally in Europe. The Carrier within the group launched multiple jets, the planes swooping over France, carrying the propaganda phamplets they had been loaded down with. The were going to distribute them all over the biggest cities in France, while the 120,000 landed to help he rebellion on the southern edges of the nation, and educate the people they would love with for the next few months in the greatness of Socialism. Douglas MacArthur smiled aboard his ship as his men charged the unguarded beaches, simply strolling into beach front villages under the cover of protecting the people. He sat in his boat as it left,still smiling as his men dragged 'conspirators from their houses, arresting them for purging later.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>In the countryside, the americans were welcomed by The Recently withdrawn troops of the french foreign legion. They opened fire at the americans without warning and set up ambushes along major roads. The population were more friendly to the man of Douglas MacArthur. At least, most of the civil population saw the americans as liberators. They brought excellent wine and baguette for the troops and offered them rooms in the local hotels...."
13799,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909&start=25,2014-12-19T19:16:00,Of The Rnclave,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22852943#p22852943"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Of The Rnclave <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22852836#p22852836"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/> <span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">AMERICAN SIXTH FLEET</span></span><br/><br/>The fleet rolled throughout he waters, the 120,000 men shoved within the boats as they neared France. Their mission was simple, install Socialism in France, and get an ally in Europe. The Carrier within the group launched multiple jets, the planes swooping over France, carrying the propaganda phamplets they had been loaded down with. The were going to distribute them all over the biggest cities in France, while the 120,000 landed to help he rebellion on the southern edges of the nation, and educate the people they would love with for the next few months in the greatness of Socialism. Douglas MacArthur smiled aboard his ship as his men charged the unguarded beaches, simply strolling into beach front villages under the cover of protecting the people. He sat in his boat as it left,still smiling as his men dragged 'conspirators from their houses, arresting them for purging later.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>In the countryside, the americans were welcomed by The Recently withdrawn troops of the french foreign legion. They opened fire at the americans without warning and set up ambushes along major roads. The population were more friendly to the man of Douglas MacArthur. At least, most of the civil population saw the americans as liberators. They brought excellent wine and baguette for the troops and offered them rooms in the local hotels....</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Taking casualties the Peoples Army charged the Foreign legion, firing their M14's rapidly in volleys, massive lines of bullets mowing down the Foreign legion where they could. The Americans superior tech and tanks helped here as they worked to push the French out of the country side.<br/><br/>MacArthur loved his accommodations as he planned a Socialist revolution in France. He need mass polotical support and men willing to die for the revolution. Turning on a radio, he opened wide channels to the Coutnryside "" This is American General Douglas MacArthur, if you want to see France freed from the tyrannical capitalist boot it sits under, over throw you dictators and help us change this evil, and save you all."" He finished, grinning in anticipation of the results,"
13800,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909&start=25,2014-12-19T19:23:00,Harkback Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>Of The Rnclave <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22852994#p22852994"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22852943#p22852943"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>In the countryside, the americans were welcomed by The Recently withdrawn troops of the french foreign legion. They opened fire at the americans without warning and set up ambushes along major roads. The population were more friendly to the man of Douglas MacArthur. At least, most of the civil population saw the americans as liberators. They brought excellent wine and baguette for the troops and offered them rooms in the local hotels....</div></blockquote><br/><br/> Taking casualties the Peoples Army charged the Foreign legion, firing their M14's rapidly in volleys, massive lines of bullets mowing down the Foreign legion where they could. The Americans superior tech and tanks helped here as they worked to push the French out of the country side.<br/><br/>MacArthur loved his accommodations as he planned a Socialist revolution in France. He need mass polotical support and men willing to die for the revolution. Turning on a radio, he opened wide channels to the Coutnryside "" This is American General Douglas MacArthur, if you want to see France freed from the tyrannical capitalist boot it sits under, over throw you dictators and help us change this evil, and save you all."" He finished, grinning in anticipation of the results,</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The Troops of the Foreign legion were quickly demoralized. They were outnumbered 10 to 1 Many of them fled the battlefields or surrendered, Some even betrayed their comrades in arms and sided with the americans and the revolutionaries."
13801,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909&start=25,2014-12-19T23:00:00,Abrahammia,"Due to the USSR failing to respond to China's call for monetary assistance, Mao Zedong forms new policies for the economy to regrow. New policies include:<br/>1. Regional leaders are evaluated every year based on economic growth in their domains<br/>2. Legalize capitalist enterprise*<br/>3. All of Mao's advisors must have at least a master's degree in economics<br/>4. Attempt to establish free trade with the capitalist nations<br/><br/>*government maintains controls the press<br/><br/>China shall now have an economic policy known as ""reformed communism""."
13802,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909&start=25,2014-12-19T23:08:00,Abrahammia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Sociomarketist Yugoslavia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22848240#p22848240"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22843885#p22843885"">wrote</a>:</cite>Chairman Mao reviews some papers of the costs of his civil war. The bills for reconstruction was expensive, and Mao did not want to conform to capitalism to pay for it. Not yet. Mao decides to write a letter to Russia.<br/><br/></div></blockquote><br/>To Chairman of the Chinese Communist Party Mao Zedong<br/>Prime Minister of Persia, Haj Ali Razmara, would like to establish a treaty of friendship between out two nations. We need support as we plan to nationalize our oil industry and we fear the British capitalist imperialists would invade us to stop this.</div></blockquote><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>From: The People's Republic of China<br/>To: Persia<br/><br/>China will gladly make peace between our nations. We will also gladly become an economic ally of yours, but we want to refrain from becoming a military ally of yours, as China has recently endured 2 major wars, and we are in a state of reconstruction. </div></blockquote>"
13803,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909&start=25,2014-12-20T00:36:00,Glorious KASSRD,"Luis Taruc, sitting in a plush armchair in the Presidental Palace, read yet another report on a new communist state forming. Apparently the Americans were invading France to set up a new communist regime. Luis Taruc thought the calsualties were awful, but he was glad that the will of Communism was spreading, no matter what its form. At this rate, every nation worth noting on Earth would be Red by the end of the decade. He smiled at the thought. Finally, a worldwide Communist movement, one that destroyed class and poverty and united the People for the greater good.<br/>Sadly, he realized quickly that would not be the case. The Communism regimes were too differentiated to unite. Even if the world is liberated by Communism, it will still be divided. Soviets vs. China vs. America. A fight to control the earth as the superior ideology, even when they should be united against the Capitalists together. Sighing, he moved on to another message, this one from his Economic board.<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: President Luis Taruc of Marxist Republic of the Philippines<br/>From: Your Economic Advisor Angelica Flores <br/> Our economic situation remains dire. We are undeveloped, our people are poor, and we are losing money as more is spent on the military, the Administration, and Technology. We need to improve our economy, but we do not have the means to do so. Even if we cut funding to the military, something I know you are against, we still would not have the funds to begin improving considerably. I ask that you consider taking in Foreign Aid, and possibly setting up trade deals. For the good of the people, we must.</blockquote><br/>Luis was annoyed, yet again. His economy had never been good, and when the Phillipines took damage from the Phillipine War of Marxist Liberation, many sources of industry an development had been destroyed. He had tried to improve it on his own, but now he had no choice. He had to get foreign aid. Sizing up the monetary capabilities, he decided that only two nations could help enough. He soon had messages wrote and sent to the USSR and UASR.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: President of the Soviet Union<br/>From: President Luis Taruc of Marxist Republic of the Philippines.<br/> As a fellow Communist state, I ask that you help support a fellow nation in our time of need. The Philippines remains poor, damaged, and weak. In order to improve our nation, we ask that you send several billion dollars in foreign aid. We will channel all of this into the economy, and rebuilding. Please, help spread the word of Marx, so that the world can see how truly great we are.</blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: President of the United American Socialist Republics<br/>From: President Luis Taruc of Marxist Republic of the Philippines.<br/> As a fellow Communist state, I ask that you help support a fellow nation in our time of need. The Philippines remains poor, damaged, and weak. In order to improve our nation, we ask that you send several billion dollars in foreign aid. We will channel all of this into the economy, and rebuilding. Please, help spread the word of Marx, so that the world can see how truly great we are.</blockquote><br/><br/>After several hours more of work, Luis finally retired to his bedchambers. On the way there, he saluted to the Philippines flag, and recited the Pledge of Allegiance one more time. He gazed out of the city of Manila. At night, when al was silient, it looked beautiful. Hundreds if years of history and culture, war monuments, and artfully designed streets giving way to the forest and the dark sea. In some places the rubble could be seen, leftover from the war, but at night it blended in, faded out. Still, he hoped the Philippines could rise and become more powerful. He then went to sleep, awaiting a morning of replies and incidents."
13804,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909&start=25,2014-12-20T05:40:00,Sociomarketist Yugoslavia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22854697#p22854697"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Sociomarketist Yugoslavia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22848240#p22848240"">wrote</a>:</cite>To Chairman of the Chinese Communist Party Mao Zedong<br/>Prime Minister of Persia, Haj Ali Razmara, would like to establish a treaty of friendship between out two nations. We need support as we plan to nationalize our oil industry and we fear the British capitalist imperialists would invade us to stop this.</div></blockquote><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>From: The People's Republic of China<br/>To: Persia<br/><br/>China will gladly make peace between our nations. We will also gladly become an economic ally of yours, but we want to refrain from becoming a military ally of yours, as China has recently endured 2 major wars, and we are in a state of reconstruction. </div></blockquote></div></blockquote><br/>From: Persia<br/>To: People`s republic of China<br/>We send our honest thanks."
13805,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909&start=25,2014-12-20T05:46:00,Sociomarketist Yugoslavia,"Persia has declared the nationalization of all oil resources and facilities. The owners will be compensated at government-decreed prices. For the next three years, all profits from this industry will be used to expand it, and later for the greater benefit of the people. Persia is looking for nations willing to lend us money to develop our oil industry, educated economists to run it, as well as nations in need of buying it."
13806,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909&start=25,2014-12-20T09:57:00,In Gentem Et De Libris Scientiam,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">India, Rulers Fortress</span><br/><br/>Gandhi had changed much since the non-violent revolution. Also begin shot had made him a cold man, willing to do anything to make his countries great, but to also keep himself in power. ""VV, this world is changing. We must change with it. We must gain relations with countries like us. These would most likely be the philipines,East germany, and china. I also suggest that we try to get weapons from russia. I am also authorizing 2 strike forces. One will be of the Black King Cobra troops, which will go set up a revolution in [Modern USA]. The other shall be to influence the troops/people in France to be pro-us/russia/china, and anti-[USA].""<br/><br/>""I agree with you, Great Gandhi.""<br/><br/>The BKC has some trained soldiers in [USA], but they will also be sending troops form India, via the ocean/planes. The troops in [USA] had many friends that were pro-india and willing to help out.<br/><br/>The troops being sent to France only number 50,000, but they would try to gain friends quickly when there. There was also a call to the indians living in GB to fight for their home country.<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>Hello, Great Stalin.<br/>We of india need your help. We would like to buy a nuke form you, and we promise to not use it on you or your allies. It will mostly be to threaten small countries near me.<br/></div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>Hello, great country of china. India would like to be allied with you. We understand that you have just been fighting some wars, but us begin military allies might make some countries just give in without a fight.</div></blockquote><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>To Persia, <br/>India would like to invest in your oil fields, or to buy some of them outright.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>To philipines,<br/>from india<br/>Our countries are very much alike, and so we would like to work with you. A bit as a military alliance.<br/></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>To Brazil,<br/>The indian government feels that you are our american counterpart and so we would like to work together, and create and cement a friendship.</div></blockquote>"
13807,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909&start=25,2014-12-20T10:43:00,Atlas Security,"<blockquote><div><cite>Of The Rnclave <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22851727#p22851727"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Atlas Security <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22850189#p22850189"">wrote</a>:</cite>""We are here for 'this man',"" the Captain replied. ""We are the New Patriot Army. Nice to see you Minutemen. Heard good things about you. Anyways, Albert, lets go."" The Captain and Albert abruptly began talking about what happened, while still in the garage, even though they risked detection and annoyance of the Minuteman.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The Leader sat down, his gloves covered in the blood of Albert. He she'd his gloves as he stood back up moving to the conference room they used, or in other words a cleared out room with a giant table in the middle and maps on the walls. He studied the map of Peoples Militia movements in Boswash. He shot up at the detail he finally saw. "" I've found him! I've found Eisonhower!"" He shouted turning around, the 10 Minuteman breaking out in grins as they picked up their rifles, the twin from out side drowned out their noise. He turned to the men before him "" We've found Dwight Eisonhower, if we get him, it'll be the spark we need."" The Leader smiled, his worn, ragged features alight with happiness. <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">THE PEOPLES DRUG STORE</span></span><br/><br/>The teachers hands shakingly grabbed handfuls of Morphine, bandages and alcohol as he moved around the back of the store. His clammy hand found his pistol, it's presence the only thing keeping him from looking even more suspicious. Searching for something that he could buy so he could look less suspicious, he grasped a pack of rubbers, he didn't have a wife, or really any sort of love interest, his life of hiding from the Peoples Militia wouldn't allow that. Walking up to the counter, his heart nearly stopped at the sight of two Peoples Militia men laughing with the shop keeper. Sweating profusely he set the rubbers on the counter.<br/><br/>"" Having some fun to night, eh?"" The shopkeeper laughed. The Teacher laughed nervously as he pulled out the bills. A Peoples Militia man patted him on the side, laughing with the shopkeeper, but unfortunately his hand landed upon one of his pockets full of supplies. The mans features darkened as he shoved the Teacher towards and out the door. Stumbling he grabbed at his pistol, shakingly pulling it from his pocket. Turning he pointed it at one Militia man, jerking the trigger and sending a bullet through the mans eye. Blood splattered the other as he took off down the street like a bullet, sprinting faster than he ever hand during his time as a college runner. Rounding the corner to the Alley he saw a sight that would have made him vomit if he'd eaten recently. 40 Militia men stood near the door to the garage, their weapons drawn, their large metal battering ram slamming relentlessly against the door, a man slumped against the wall, the Minuteman who had left after him, a betrayal. He swallowed as he raised his pistol, firing a shot that slammed into a Militia man, turning he ran right into another's chest, his rifle butt slamming in to the side of his skull as his world went black.</div></blockquote><br/>The NPA team noticed the combat, and hurried the Schmidts back to reality. They all went inside and took positions in concealed places."
13808,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909&start=25,2014-12-20T11:02:00,Atlas Security,"<blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22853065#p22853065"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Of The Rnclave <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22852994#p22852994"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/> Taking casualties the Peoples Army charged the Foreign legion, firing their M14's rapidly in volleys, massive lines of bullets mowing down the Foreign legion where they could. The Americans superior tech and tanks helped here as they worked to push the French out of the country side.<br/><br/>MacArthur loved his accommodations as he planned a Socialist revolution in France. He need mass polotical support and men willing to die for the revolution. Turning on a radio, he opened wide channels to the Coutnryside "" This is American General Douglas MacArthur, if you want to see France freed from the tyrannical capitalist boot it sits under, over throw you dictators and help us change this evil, and save you all."" He finished, grinning in anticipation of the results,</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The Troops of the Foreign legion were quickly demoralized. They were outnumbered 10 to 1 Many of them fled the battlefields or surrendered, Some even betrayed their comrades in arms and sided with the americans and the revolutionaries.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The German GC1s were re-tasked to destroy the Socialist-American regiments attacking the French. The BND and Elite Infantry had been integrated into the KSK with 3 branches of it: KSK-C(covert), KSK-I(infantry), and KSK-S(strike). The KSK-C was actively combating American propaganda in France, and were launching hit and run attacks on the Communists.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, the KSK-I was fighting battles with the Americans. The Germans used Israeli UZIs or German G3s and Lugers, or American Pythons or M1911s. They set up Ambushes and forts, where the strongest of which became Fort Liberty. Liberty acted as the German decoy post in France. The real one was an underground, nuclear hardened bunker with small aircraft ramps that could be deployed to bring aircraft in and send it out.<br/><br/>The KSK-C had two other jobs. Convincing the people of the atrocities of Socialism, and re-moralizing the Foreign Legion. they did this with much effort.<br/><br/>""The Communists are the new Nazis. Capitalism is Freedom! You have the choice to live as you wish, and not bow down to the Hitlerian forces of America! France, do not let your sacrifices at the hands of the Fascists be in vain. Do not let the next incarnation of the Nazis destroy you. From every townsfolk and farmer, to every business owner and worker, rise and fight! The real People's Revolution is against the Communists, and IT HAS BEGUN!""<br/><br/>""Men of The Foreign Legion, France has fought in many brave battles. Even when downtrodden and about to fall, you always pick yourselves up. Remember, Germany is with you. We denounce the work of the new Socialist Fascists, and the old Hitlerians. Join us in the march to victory!<span style=""font-style: italic"">Vive La France!</span>""<br/><br/>The KSK-S was infamous for hit-and-run attacks. They fired on the enemy, demoralized them, killed them, and left.<br/><br/>Untasked jets dropped counter-propoganda, and tried to show the French people that Socialism isn't what the Marxist say it is. Each pamphlet included a different picture of a Communist atrocity.<br/><br/>The infantry deployed in France, as the mighty Panzer Mk.3 rolled out, with all new technology and a frightening appearance. The helicopters and bomber appeared over the horizon, and the Bundesgewher engaged in their first war. The GC1s were cleared up for support missions now, and they joined the bombers and helis in the sky."
13809,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909&start=25,2014-12-20T11:07:00,In Gentem Et De Libris Scientiam,"The BKC Troops reach america soon, and are met by the waiting party. They hand out weapons to the troops. They quickly set up the formation and tactics they will use. around half of the 2,000 strong troops will be doing random attacks on the People's militia, the other group will split into 2, one trying to contact other ""revolutionary"" organizations, and the other trying to get more supporters and troops.<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>To the West german government,<br/>The indian government has heard about what you are doing in France. We feel it is a bit misguided. We agree that the americans do it wrong, and they should going Indian Communism, which is much more lenient than the other ones. We would like this to work out, and we hope to be allies in the future.<br/></div></blockquote>"
13810,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909&start=25,2014-12-20T11:19:00,Atlas Security,"<blockquote><div><cite>In Gentem Et De Libris Scientiam <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22858037#p22858037"">wrote</a>:</cite>The BKC Troops reach america soon, and are met by the waiting party. They hand out weapons to the troops. They quickly set up the formation and tactics they will use. around half of the 2,000 strong troops will be doing random attacks on the People's militia, the other group will split into 2, one trying to contact other ""revolutionary"" organizations, and the other trying to get more supporters and troops.<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>To the West german government,<br/>The indian government has heard about what you are doing in France. We feel it is a bit misguided. We agree that the americans do it wrong, and they should going Indian Communism, which is much more lenient than the other ones. We would like this to work out, and we hope to be allies in the future.<br/></div></blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Letter""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">[box]To: Gandhi|Subject: Re: To The West German Gov't|Security:Extreme|Urgency:Moderate| <br/><br/>To the people of India:<br/><br/>We respect that you are helping us fight the Neo-Fascists in America. We also very much so commend your dedication to what is right, and trying to respect your people. <br/><br/>Our operation in France is to save the French from the Neo-Fascists. They are trying to create a regime similar to the one we are both fighting in America.<br/><br/>We shall take into consideration your offer. India seems dedicated to what is right, even if there are major differences in policy.<br/><br/>We have heard of an American Revolutionary group called the NPA. They are extremely guarded, but by far the best group fighting the Fascists in America.<br/><br/>Yours Truly, <br/>Konrad Adenauer<br/>German Kanzler</div></div></div>"
13811,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909&start=25,2014-12-20T11:26:00,In Gentem Et De Libris Scientiam,"<blockquote><div><cite>Atlas Security <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22858120#p22858120"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>In Gentem Et De Libris Scientiam <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22858037#p22858037"">wrote</a>:</cite>The BKC Troops reach america soon, and are met by the waiting party. They hand out weapons to the troops. They quickly set up the formation and tactics they will use. around half of the 2,000 strong troops will be doing random attacks on the People's militia, the other group will split into 2, one trying to contact other ""revolutionary"" organizations, and the other trying to get more supporters and troops.<br/><br/></div></blockquote><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Letter""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">To the people of India:<br/>We respect that you are helping us fight the Neo-Fascists in America. We also very much so commend your dedication to what is right, and trying to respect your people. <br/><br/>Our operation in France is to save the French from the Neo-Fascists. They are trying to create a regime similar to the one we are both fighting in America.<br/><br/>We shall take into consideration your offer. India seems dedicated to what is right, even if there are major differences in policy.<br/><br/>We have heard of an American Revolutionary group called the NPA. They are extremely guarded, but by far the best group fighting the Fascists in America.<br/><br/>Yours Truly, <br/>Konrad Adenauer<br/>German Kanzler</div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>We thank your reply. We understand that it is hard for west germany to work alone, as it is hard for anyone to work alone. Would you know where this fighting force you mention is? We have a black ops team currently in that neo-fascits country. As a gift to you, we will give you sri lanka to help increase your power in the east. Sri Lanka long has done what we ask and so we give it as a gift to the glorious germans. We are also trying to increase our power, because pakistan has long been hostile to us, and so will try to destroy the good countries of the world. We should co-ordinate the attacks in france. You can gather the ones that dislike the fascists americans, and we will gather the commies (and make them believe in indian communism). Just try not to blame indian communism in your propaganda.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>Also, do you have any plans for nuclear weaponry, as we may need it as a last case senario</div></blockquote>"
13812,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909&start=25,2014-12-20T11:36:00,Atlas Security,"<blockquote><div><cite>In Gentem Et De Libris Scientiam <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22858186#p22858186"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Atlas Security <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22858120#p22858120"">wrote</a>:</cite><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Letter""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">To the people of India:<br/>We respect that you are helping us fight the Neo-Fascists in America. We also very much so commend your dedication to what is right, and trying to respect your people. <br/><br/>Our operation in France is to save the French from the Neo-Fascists. They are trying to create a regime similar to the one we are both fighting in America.<br/><br/>We shall take into consideration your offer. India seems dedicated to what is right, even if there are major differences in policy.<br/><br/>We have heard of an American Revolutionary group called the NPA. They are extremely guarded, but by far the best group fighting the Fascists in America.<br/><br/>Yours Truly, <br/>Konrad Adenauer<br/>German Kanzler</div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>We thank your reply. We understand that it is hard for west germany to work alone, as it is hard for anyone to work alone. Would you know where this fighting force you mention is? We have a black ops team currently in that neo-fascits country. As a gift to you, we will give you sri lanka to help increase your power in the east. Sri Lanka long has done what we ask and so we give it as a gift to the glorious germans. We are also trying to increase our power, because pakistan has long been hostile to us, and so will try to destroy the good countries of the world. We should co-ordinate the attacks in france. You can gather the ones that dislike the fascists americans, and we will gather the commies (and make them believe in indian communism). Just try not to blame indian communism in your propaganda.</div></blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Letter to India""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Subject: Re: Re: To the West German Gov't|To: India| Security: Extreme| Urgency: High</blockquote><br/>To India:<br/><br/>Regarding America, our agents have located the NPA launching raids in Bosworth. They have an extremely guarded camp, but we can be persuasive.<br/><br/>With France, we blame American Communism and Marxism in general, as that is what threatens our interests, not a peace loving people who chose communism without being misguided by politicians. We will avoid targeting you. We have forces already moving. If we can both recruit people to our side there, than the Fascists will burn, and Communists can express themselves in peaceful ways over there.<br/><br/>We accept Sri Lanka, and shall treat their people well.<br/><br/>Your New Ally:<br/>The People of Germany<br/><br/>PS: There are Communists in West Germany that are allowed to express their grievances. They are mostly Indian Communists, so this will work out well.</div></div></div>"
13813,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909&start=25,2014-12-20T11:46:00,In Gentem Et De Libris Scientiam,"<blockquote><div><cite>In Gentem Et De Libris Scientiam <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22858037#p22858037"">wrote</a>:</cite>The BKC Troops reach america soon, and are met by the waiting party. They hand out weapons to the troops. They quickly set up the formation and tactics they will use. around half of the 2,000 strong troops will be doing random attacks on the People's militia, the other group will split into 2, one trying to contact other ""revolutionary"" organizations, and the other trying to get more supporters and troops.<br/><br/></div></blockquote><br/>The Group trying to contact the Revolutionary organizations, was told there is one is bosworth, and so start heading there. Before they get there the 400 or so troops need more weapons, and transportation. They get to a smaller town of around 10K... ""Ok, the plan is to take out the 'police' and so what we will do is this. 40 of you will go to this point, wearing just what we can without being suspicious, and start attacking some police. 40 other will be in heavy defensive gear, and will replace you when you start encountering heavy fire. a group of 80 will watch the townsfolk and the police. The rest will cover you when necessary. Got it?"", said the captain. They all said they understood. The mission went well, with the police not begin ready, and so they were massacred, and there was only 4 Indian soldiers killed, and 50 or more police died. They took weapons and transport from the police, and headed to Bosworth."
13814,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909&start=50,2014-12-20T11:48:00,Atlas Security,"<blockquote class=""uncited""><div> Also, do you have any plans for nuclear weaponry, as we may need it as a last case senario</div></blockquote><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Letter""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Subject: Re: Nuclear Weapons|To: India|Urgency: Low|Security:Extreme</blockquote><br/>To India:<br/>In fact, we are in the early preliminary stages of building a bomb. We anticipate it to be a few years before one is operational, and me before we are willing to trade it with our allies. We apologize for the inconvenience.<br/><br/>From:<br/>Germany</div></div></div>"
13815,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909&start=50,2014-12-20T11:56:00,Atlas Security,"<blockquote><div><cite>In Gentem Et De Libris Scientiam <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22858383#p22858383"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>In Gentem Et De Libris Scientiam <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22858037#p22858037"">wrote</a>:</cite>The BKC Troops reach america soon, and are met by the waiting party. They hand out weapons to the troops. They quickly set up the formation and tactics they will use. around half of the 2,000 strong troops will be doing random attacks on the People's militia, the other group will split into 2, one trying to contact other ""revolutionary"" organizations, and the other trying to get more supporters and troops.<br/><br/></div></blockquote><br/>The Group trying to contact the Revolutionary organizations, was told there is one is bosworth, and so start heading there. Before they get there the 400 or so troops need more weapons, and transportation. They get to a smaller town of around 10K... ""Ok, the plan is to take out the 'police' and so what we will do is this. 40 of you will go to this point, wearing just what we can without being suspicious, and start attacking some police. 40 other will be in heavy defensive gear, and will replace you when you start encountering heavy fire. a group of 80 will watch the townsfolk and the police. The rest will cover you when necessary. Got it?"", said the captain. They all said they understood. The mission went well, with the police not begin ready, and so they were massacred, and there was only 4 Indian soldiers killed, and 50 or more police died. They took weapons and transport from the police, and headed to Bosworth.</div></blockquote><br/>The NPA anxiously awaited the arrival of the Schmidts and their men, when a call came in from West Berlin, ""We understand and agree that communism is immoral. However, the Indian Communists seem to want to acheive the goal of American freedom. You are NOT connected to us if they ask. These are highly trained black ops teams. We hope that they help achieve American independence.""<br/>Colonel Abel sighed as he responded, ""Ja. We shall receive the Indians."" Then, through a PA set up throughout the camp, an announcement was made. ""India, though communist, has dedicated forces to topple the Fascist regime. If asked, we are not connected with Germany, and were persuaded by German agents. Let them help us free America!""<br/><br/>He looked at the report smuggled back to camp by an operative. The Minutemen had found Eisenhower. An evil glint shone in his eyes."
13816,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909&start=50,2014-12-20T12:25:00,Soviet Chernarus,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Rome<br/>Socialist Republic of Italy</span><br/><br/>Storace shifted nervously on the podium, where he would give a speech to the thousands of Romans all milling about in front of him. He was flanked by two bulky men in black suits- his guards. Police officers had formed a ring around the podium, preventing anyone from getting near the Prime Minister. He stared at the papers; the fancy Italian writing looked like gibberish to him. Of course, this always happened when he made a public speech or announcement. He knew everyone would be listening.<br/><br/>""Ahem."" He spoke into the microphone. The crowd grew silent. Storace coughed again. He felt is throat go dry.<br/><br/>""W-welcome, people of Italy."" As he talked, he grew more confident and his voice became louder and clearer. ""we live in some very turbulent times. Unrest, particularly in Europe and Africa, threatens the peace and stability of the world. Tensions have grown between various nations, and with the creation of the atomic bomb the world lives in constant fear of another, more devastating war, on a scale never seen before in the course of human history.""<br/><br/>""Of course, this speech is not meant to scare you."" Storace smiled ""but rather, to open some people's eyes to reality; whatever happens to us, we will still persevere and survive.""<br/><br/>""We, as a people, have suffered much. First, at the hands of King Victor Emmanuel III, who appointed despicable fascists in positions of power in the Italian government. The fascists would ruthlessly kill anyone who got intheir way, and exercised their control over the populace regularly. Once we had gotten rid of the corrupt king, it was barely six years before we were attacked again; this time, by the Germans. German troops committed all sorts of atrocities against the Italian peoples, and it wasn't until their defeat in 1945 we were finally freed."" Storace paused, then scanned the crowd.<br/><br/>""But these unfortunate events have made us stronger and more resilient. I am not saying in any way that anything justifies the injustices we suffered, only that we will be ready for anything that comes our way.""<br/><br/>""So, I ask you, as citizens of the Socialist People's Democratic Republic of Italy, to stand by my decisions and usher in a new era for us. No more will we be ruled by a tyrannic, despotic dictatorship. No more will we suffer by the hands of men who have no idea about the feelings of their subjects that they are ruling over. No more will the common people be exploited just for self profit and gain...""<br/><br/>""Welcome to a new Italy!"" Storace roared, and the crowd roared back. There was a smattering of applause; he could barely hear anything over the noise the crowd was making. It seemed just a blur, what was happening...the bulky mem in the black suits escorted him out of the podium and down several streets, where he entered a small building. He could still hear the applause and the shouts of the crowd well.<br/><br/>""You did very well, Prime Minister, sir. We'll have a car ready for you in half an hour, but for now, you need to take a well deserved break. We have your meal prepared for you."" The guard's voice was like a low rumble. He shouted something in Italian to the other guard, who hurried out. A brief moment later he came back in with a basket of breadsticks and a glass of water. ""It is not exactly a feast, but it will do. Please, relax and sit down, Prime Minister."" The guard smiled<br/><br/>""Yes, of course."" He sat down on one of the antique chairs. Grabbing and eating a chunk off one of the breadsticks in the basket, he examined the room - it was rather small. The only things in it were a red carpet, a wooden table, and what seemed to be some sort of metal box. ""What exactly is this place?""<br/><br/>""The Vice Minister's. He is a very polite man, but is a bit strange when it comes to...you know"" The guard made a gesture at the wall.<br/><br/>""I have been here, but it seems different. This room...what happened to it?"" The Prime Minister stared at the almost empty room.<br/><br/>""I do not know. The Vice Minister will be here soon, however, so perhaps you can ask him. But for now, you must eat sir. You must be exhausted."""
13817,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909&start=50,2014-12-20T12:32:00,Abrahammia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Sociomarketist Yugoslavia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22856197#p22856197"">wrote</a>:</cite>Persia has declared the nationalization of all oil resources and facilities. The owners will be compensated at government-decreed prices. For the next three years, all profits from this industry will be used to expand it, and later for the greater benefit of the people. Persia is looking for nations willing to lend us money to develop our oil industry, educated economists to run it, as well as nations in need of buying it.</div></blockquote><br/>Mao Zedong discusses with his team of advisors what China should do about Persia's plea for money. After a lengthy discussion, 2 things occur. Mao Zedong writes another letter to Persia, and a new law is implanted in China, along with the other new laws.<br/><br/>5. High tariffs are to be placed on all foreign goods*<br/><br/>*Not including materials that cannot be made in China, like coffee<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>From: The People's Republic of China<br/>To: Persia<br/>Encryption: public information<br/>The People's Republic of China will be happy to support Persia in developing their oil industry. China shall donate 200 million yuan to your project, so long as you do allow 2 things:<br/>1. Allow China to create extraterritorial military bases in Persia<br/>2. Give China control of 5% of oil wells in Persia<br/><br/>If you cannot agree to these terms and conditions, we understand, and shall instead donate 100 million yuan to your project. Please decide what you which option you prefer.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>*Not including materials that cannot be made in China, like coffee"
13818,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909&start=50,2014-12-20T12:38:00,Sociomarketist Yugoslavia,"<blockquote><div><cite>In Gentem Et De Libris Scientiam <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22857556#p22857556"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">India, Rulers Fortress</span><br/><br/>Gandhi had changed much since the non-violent revolution. Also begin shot had made him a cold man, willing to do anything to make his countries great, but to also keep himself in power. ""VV, this world is changing. We must change with it. We must gain relations with countries like us. These would most likely be the philipines,East germany, and china. I also suggest that we try to get weapons from russia. I am also authorizing 2 strike forces. One will be of the Black King Cobra troops, which will go set up a revolution in [Modern USA]. The other shall be to influence the troops/people in France to be pro-us/russia/china, and anti-[USA].""<br/><br/>""I agree with you, Great Gandhi.""<br/><br/>The BKC has some trained soldiers in [USA], but they will also be sending troops form India, via the ocean/planes. The troops in [USA] had many friends that were pro-india and willing to help out. <br/><br/>The troops being sent to France only number 50,000, but they would try to gain friends quickly when there. There was also a call to the indians living in GB to fight for their home country.<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>Hello, Great Stalin.<br/>We of india need your help. We would like to buy a nuke form you, and we promise to not use it on you or your allies. It will mostly be to threaten small countries near me.<br/></div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>Hello, great country of china. India would like to be allied with you. We understand that you have just been fighting some wars, but us begin military allies might make some countries just give in without a fight.</div></blockquote><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>To Persia, <br/>India would like to invest in your oil fields, or to buy some of them outright.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>To philipines,<br/>from india<br/>Our countries are very much alike, and so we would like to work with you. A bit as a military alliance.<br/></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>To Brazil,<br/>The indian government feels that you are our american counterpart and so we would like to work together, and create and cement a friendship.</div></blockquote></div></blockquote><br/>Persia accepts India`s offer to invest in or oil fields"
13819,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909&start=50,2014-12-20T12:49:00,Abrahammia,"<blockquote><div><cite>In Gentem Et De Libris Scientiam <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22857556#p22857556"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">India, Rulers Fortress</span><br/><br/>Gandhi had changed much since the non-violent revolution. Also begin shot had made him a cold man, willing to do anything to make his countries great, but to also keep himself in power. ""VV, this world is changing. We must change with it. We must gain relations with countries like us. These would most likely be the philipines,East germany, and china. I also suggest that we try to get weapons from russia. I am also authorizing 2 strike forces. One will be of the Black King Cobra troops, which will go set up a revolution in [Modern USA]. The other shall be to influence the troops/people in France to be pro-us/russia/china, and anti-[USA].""<br/><br/>""I agree with you, Great Gandhi.""<br/><br/>The BKC has some trained soldiers in [USA], but they will also be sending troops form India, via the ocean/planes. The troops in [USA] had many friends that were pro-india and willing to help out. <br/><br/>The troops being sent to France only number 50,000, but they would try to gain friends quickly when there. There was also a call to the indians living in GB to fight for their home country.<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>Hello, Great Stalin.<br/>We of india need your help. We would like to buy a nuke form you, and we promise to not use it on you or your allies. It will mostly be to threaten small countries near me.<br/></div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>Hello, great country of china. India would like to be allied with you. We understand that you have just been fighting some wars, but us begin military allies might make some countries just give in without a fight.</div></blockquote><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>To Persia, <br/>India would like to invest in your oil fields, or to buy some of them outright.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>To philipines,<br/>from india<br/>Our countries are very much alike, and so we would like to work with you. A bit as a military alliance.<br/></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>To Brazil,<br/>The indian government feels that you are our american counterpart and so we would like to work together, and create and cement a friendship.</div></blockquote></div></blockquote><br/>Mao Zedong discusses this letter with his advisors and then writes a letter back.<br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>From: The People's Republic of China <br/>To: The Republic of India<br/><br/>China has always been cautious in regards to who we become military allies with, but because we trust India, China shall form a military alliance with India*. The protection of your nation shall be a priority of ours.<br/><br/>*China will not assist you in invading other countries, only in defending India from foreign adversaries</div></blockquote>"
13820,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909&start=50,2014-12-20T13:24:00,Glorious KASSRD,"<span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Manila Daily</span></span><br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-size: 100%; line-height: 116%;"">Here to bring news of the city, the nation, and the world</span></span><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Reforms for Textile Industry</span></span><br/> The Textile Industry is one of the largest parts of our economy, and thus in order to grow it, the 3rd Textile Reform is to be passed. Under the new laws, the following changes are to be made to further strengthen and grow our nation.<br/>* All people living within Sectors 6-1 through 6-19 will work for the Textile factory with the corresponding number.<br/>* The new wage is to be 10$ an hour.<br/>* The new age to begin working is 15.<br/>* Quote is raised by 25%. <br/>* Work hours are to be changed to 8-6</blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Sanctions placed against United American Socialist Republics</span></span><br/> The United American Socialist Republic has attacked the action of France in an unjust move to set up a fascist regime. While they claim to be communist, anyone who has seen their nation would know they are truly a despot regime. We cannot sit idly by while a good nation is at risk. Therefore the Marxist Republic of the Philippines has placed sanctions against the UASR. No Textile, clothing, chemicals, weapons, or machinery will be sold to the United American Socialist Republics until further notice. The Philippines will instead look to see if China or Persia would like to purchase said supplies instead.</blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">New Chemical Factories built in Manila</span></span> <br/> In order to sustain our Chemical industry, three new Chemical Factories to be built in downtown Manila. Two of the factories will produce pesticides to sell to foreign nations, while the third will produce pesticide for home use. Over one hundred new jos have been made by this action, enough for many new graduates to find good work. The Marxist Republic of the Philippines states that the pay is anywhere from 10 to 14 Pesos per hour, and this is a good chance to work in a high quality factory with good pay. Contact your local job administrator is you wish to apply.</blockquote><br/><br/>Luis Taruc looked through his reports and messages, answering them one at time. Most were tax reports, military updates, and the like. A few through, were important. Unfortunately, neither China nor the Soviets had responded yet. Still, he couldn't just wait to respond. He needed to find new trading powers to replace the UASR. Both China and Persia seemed like good options, but France may like the weapons. Hurriedly, he sent messages to each. Noticing India had made an offer in military means, he responded to them as well.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: People's Republic of China<br/>From: President Luis Taruc of the Marxist Republic of the Philippines<br/> As we have recently placed sanctions against the United American Socialist Republics, we must now find new trading powers. Extra supplies now consist of textiles, clothing, weapons, chemicals, and machinery. If you would like to become trading partners in any of these, please respond.</blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Persia<br/>From: President Luis Taruc of the Marxist Republic of the Philippines<br/> As we have recently placed sanctions against the United American Socialist Republics, we must now find new trading powers. Extra supplies now consist of textiles, clothing, weapons, chemicals, and machinery. If you would like to become trading partners in any of these, please respond.</blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Republic of France<br/>From: President Luis Taruc of the Marxist Republic of the Philippines<br/> As we have recently placed sanctions against the United American Socialist Republics, we must now find new trading powers. Extra supplies now consist of textiles, clothing, weapons, chemicals, and machinery. If you would like to become trading partners in any of these, please respond.</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Republic of India<br/>From: President Luis Taruc of the Marxist Republic of the Philippines<br/> We have heard your offer, and after careful consideration have decided to make a counter offer. Our nation is in need of economic aid, and therefore we must achieve this. We will allow you to build up to three military bases within our nation, as well as naval access to Manila Port. In payment, you shall give 30 billion Pesos, plus 5 billion Pesos per year per base. We are willing to negotiate.</blockquote>"
13821,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909&start=50,2014-12-20T13:28:00,Of The Rnclave,"<blockquote><div><cite>Atlas Security <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22858008#p22858008"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Harkback Union <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22853065#p22853065"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>The Troops of the Foreign legion were quickly demoralized. They were outnumbered 10 to 1 Many of them fled the battlefields or surrendered, Some even betrayed their comrades in arms and sided with the americans and the revolutionaries.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The German GC1s were re-tasked to destroy the Socialist-American regiments attacking the French. The BND and Elite Infantry had been integrated into the KSK with 3 branches of it: KSK-C(covert), KSK-I(infantry), and KSK-S(strike). The KSK-C was actively combating American propaganda in France, and were launching hit and run attacks on the Communists.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, the KSK-I was fighting battles with the(compared to the Germans) ill equipped Americans. The Germans used Israeli UZIs or German G3s and Lugers, or American Pythons or M1911s. They set up Ambushes and forts, where the strongest of which became Fort Liberty. Liberty acted as the German command post in France. <br/><br/>The KSK-C had two other jobs. Convincing the people of the atrocities of Socialism, and re-moralizing the Foreign Legion. they did this with much effort. <br/><br/>""The Communists are the new Nazis. Capitalism is Freedom! You have the choice to live as you wish, and not bow down to the Hitlerian forces of America! France, do not let your sacrifices at the hands of the Fascists be in vain. Do not let the next incarnation of the Nazis destroy you. From every townsfolk and farmer, to every business owner and worker, rise and fight! The real People's Revolution is against the Communists, and IT HAS BEGUN!""<br/><br/>""Men of The Foreign Legion, France has fought in many brave battles. Even when downtrodden and about to fall, you always pick yourselves up. Remember, Germany is with you. We denounce the work of the new Socialist Fascists, and the old Hitlerians. Join us in the march to victory! <span style=""font-style: italic"">Vive La France!</span>""<br/><br/>The KSK-S was infamous for hit-and-run attacks. They fired on the enemy, demoralized them, killed them, and left.<br/><br/>Untasked jets dropped counter-propoganda, and tried to show the French people that Socialism isn't what the Marxist say it is. Each pamphlet included a different picture of a Communist atrocity.<br/><br/>The infantry deployed in France, as the mighty Panzer Mk.3 rolled out, with all new technology and a frightening appearance. The helicopters and bomber appeared over the horizon, and the Bundesgewher engaged in their first war. The GC1s were cleared up for support missions now, and they joined the bombers and helis in the sky.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Superior American tech coming to head, the Peoples Expeditionary Force, pushed the German army out of the land they had captured. Franklins Roosevelt, contacting the German president, made his case.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Germany<br/>United American Socialist Republics<br/><br/>If your soldiers do not cease firing upon us, and leave France, we will use atomic weapons against you soldiers, leave now or face the consequences</blockquote>"
13822,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909&start=50,2014-12-20T13:32:00,Soviet Chernarus,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Message to Germany""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: West Germany<br/>From: Socialist Republic of Italy<br/><br/>While we have not always had the best relations between each other, the Italian government, as well as the people, believe that we should be able to repair relations with other countries, no matter what they have done in the past. We both have many similarities, and preach the ideas of democracy. We both will not submit to Soviet or American authority, or fall under the haunting specters that are communism and fascism.<br/><br/> We, the government of the Socialist People's Democratic Republic of Italy, propose a possible alliance between our two nations; in these turbulent times, it is imperative that, as nations striving for a free Europe, that we help resist communist and fascist influence. The alliance will involve a non-aggression pact and various trade agreements that will help grow our economies and increase trade between our nations. Our nations will be obliged to go to each other's aid if one is attacked or invaded, but not required too. With your consent, the militaries of our nations will engage in various military and training exercises, to help improve our armed forces. But you have all the rights to refuse, and we will understand your reasons behind doing so.</blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Message to the USSR""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: USSR<br/>From: Italy<br/><br/>Our government has been informed on the current situation in Romania, and has been keeping a tab on the unrest happening there. The rebels wish to reinstall a monarchy in Romania, and we will try to do anything in our power to prevent this from happening; we had our experience with a monarchy in the form of the Kingdom of Italy in the 1920s and 30s, and, needless to say, it was not very pleasant. If the rebels win out, the people will be oppressed by a king, who serves only for his self interest and gain, rather than the people's. The government believes that Italian military assistance will be invaluable due to their military experience and expertise; many of our men are veterans from the Second World War. We also see this as a chance to improve relations between our two nations. However, the only problem is that we are still recovering from the Second World War, and Italian intervention will only result in slowed economic growth and other negative repercussions. So we will make a proposal - in exchange for direct Italian military and financial aid to the legitimate government in Romania, we request that you assist in rebuilding the territory north of the Gothic line, as well as lending us 2.5 million USD (don't know the amount in lira), to help cover with some of the war costs. <br/><br/>You have all the rights to deny my proposal and our requests. Even if you do so, the Italian government hopes that we can still improve relations between our nations.</blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Message to China""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: China<br/>From: Italy<br/><br/>Greetings, comrades from China - the government in Italy wishes to possibly construct an embassy in your capital of Peking, and to improve relations between our two countries. I understand that you have endured two wars, one with the KMT under Generalissimo Chiang Kai-shek, and another with the Japanese, and that you are currently in the process of reconstruction your nation. We have also been through two wars; one against the corrupt king Victor Emmanuel III, and another with the Germans under Erwin Rommel. You have great potential to become a great power, and due to this the Italian government feels that we should help build relations between our countries. If you consent to the construction, an Italian ambassador and the embassy staff will be transported via plane to Peking. The date and time of our departure and the route we will be taking is still yet to be decided.</blockquote></div></div></div>"
13823,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909&start=50,2014-12-20T13:33:00,Cabana,"<hr/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/d/da/Coat_of_arms_of_Germany.svg/184px-Coat_of_arms_of_Germany.svg.png""/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/0/02/PCUS_Emblema.svg/200px-PCUS_Emblema.svg.png""/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/8/8f/Emblema_KGB.svg/124px-Emblema_KGB.svg.png""/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Parties involved in this message: KGB, BND/West German Government, former People's Commissariat/Red Army</span><br/><span style=""font-size: 85%; line-height: 116%;"">To: President Theodor Heuss, Chancellor Konrad Adenauer, BND President Reinhard Gehlen| From: Marshal Georgy Zhukov and State Security General Ivan Serov | Subject: Deposing Stalin| Security: High| Urgency: High</span></div><br/><br/>Zhukov: I know you hate us and our ideology and I know that at the first chance you'll get you'll want to destroy us, but Stalin has gone completely insane. He's shut down the People's Commissariat and removed me from my post as head of the occupational forces in Romania and instead put Lavrenty fucking Beria, the man in charge of thousands of murders against Stalin's opponents. I have information that he plans to build a concentration camp to murder anti-communist Romanians on the outskirts of Constanța. I know for a fact that he's ordered an effective genocide of them and I need to stop him before it ends in the deaths of more. I have been driven to the point where I am wholeheartedly requesting you to contact Michael I and tell him we are willing to negotiate his return in exchange for some territorial changes. He is heading to Rome to negotiate a treaty with the Italian communists for rebuilding and you have a chance at getting him then. Send him somewhere where his NKVD friends aren't able to help him, I don't recommend killing as doing so will cause them to potentially revolt.<br/><br/>Serov: I am fully willing to cooperate and allow you to use KGB and whatever NKVD/GRU supplies I can find. Please, he's destroyed our nation. You need to stop him as soon as possible. <br/><br/>Zhukov: I have thought about it, and I've decided to negotiate a possible reunification or at least an open border treaty between you and Eastern Germany if you help us with it. Germany needs to rearm in case of the UASR or the Chinese. <br/><br/>Serov: As well, can you please take down Molotov (who should be heading to Italy with Stalin) and Beria (who should be in Romania overseeing his deathcamp).<br/><br/>Zhukov: BND forces will be allowed entry and safety in our nation as well.<br/><br/>Sincerely,<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Marshal Georgy Zhukov and State Security General Ivan Serov </span></blockquote>"
13824,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909&start=50,2014-12-20T13:58:00,Cabana,"<blockquote><div><cite>Glorious KASSRD <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22855068#p22855068"">wrote</a>:</cite>Luis Taruc, sitting in a plush armchair in the Presidental Palace, read yet another report on a new communist state forming. Apparently the Americans were invading France to set up a new communist regime. Luis Taruc thought the calsualties were awful, but he was glad that the will of Communism was spreading, no matter what its form. At this rate, every nation worth noting on Earth would be Red by the end of the decade. He smiled at the thought. Finally, a worldwide Communist movement, one that destroyed class and poverty and united the People for the greater good.<br/> Sadly, he realized quickly that would not be the case. The Communism regimes were too differentiated to unite. Even if the world is liberated by Communism, it will still be divided. Soviets vs. China vs. America. A fight to control the earth as the superior ideology, even when they should be united against the Capitalists together. Sighing, he moved on to another message, this one from his Economic board. <br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: President Luis Taruc of Marxist Republic of the Philippines<br/>From: Your Economic Advisor Angelica Flores <br/> Our economic situation remains dire. We are undeveloped, our people are poor, and we are losing money as more is spent on the military, the Administration, and Technology. We need to improve our economy, but we do not have the means to do so. Even if we cut funding to the military, something I know you are against, we still would not have the funds to begin improving considerably. I ask that you consider taking in Foreign Aid, and possibly setting up trade deals. For the good of the people, we must.</blockquote><br/> Luis was annoyed, yet again. His economy had never been good, and when the Phillipines took damage from the Phillipine War of Marxist Liberation, many sources of industry an development had been destroyed. He had tried to improve it on his own, but now he had no choice. He had to get foreign aid. Sizing up the monetary capabilities, he decided that only two nations could help enough. He soon had messages wrote and sent to the USSR and UASR.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: President of the Soviet Union<br/>From: President Luis Taruc of Marxist Republic of the Philippines.<br/> As a fellow Communist state, I ask that you help support a fellow nation in our time of need. The Philippines remains poor, damaged, and weak. In order to improve our nation, we ask that you send several billion dollars in foreign aid. We will channel all of this into the economy, and rebuilding. Please, help spread the word of Marx, so that the world can see how truly great we are.</blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: President of the United American Socialist Republics<br/>From: President Luis Taruc of Marxist Republic of the Philippines.<br/> As a fellow Communist state, I ask that you help support a fellow nation in our time of need. The Philippines remains poor, damaged, and weak. In order to improve our nation, we ask that you send several billion dollars in foreign aid. We will channel all of this into the economy, and rebuilding. Please, help spread the word of Marx, so that the world can see how truly great we are.</blockquote><br/><br/> After several hours more of work, Luis finally retired to his bedchambers. On the way there, he saluted to the Philippines flag, and recited the Pledge of Allegiance one more time. He gazed out of the city of Manila. At night, when al was silient, it looked beautiful. Hundreds if years of history and culture, war monuments, and artfully designed streets giving way to the forest and the dark sea. In some places the rubble could be seen, leftover from the war, but at night it blended in, faded out. Still, he hoped the Philippines could rise and become more powerful. He then went to sleep, awaiting a morning of replies and incidents.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://img2.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20120210140146/althistory/images/thumb/a/a7/Burma_Ascension_Philippines_Shield.png/219px-Burma_Ascension_Philippines_Shield.png""/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/6/64/Coat_of_arms_of_the_Soviet_Union_1946-1956.svg/234px-Coat_of_arms_of_the_Soviet_Union_1946-1956.svg.png""/><br/>To: President Luis Taruc of the Marxist Republic of the Philippines<br/>From: Soviet Finance Minister Arzeny Zverev<br/><br/>We are deeply sorry for the lack of response within the past few days, the intervention in Romania has had everyone focusing on that and we were not able to receive your letter within time as it had been thrown in a big pile deemed ""against the state"" by the NKVD. I took the liberty of looking through anything addressed to us at the Ministry of Finance and I finally found this. We are indeed willing to send supplies (mostly oil and minerals as we are trying to be careful with our spending) to help your nation.</blockquote>"
13825,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909&start=50,2014-12-20T14:04:00,Abrahammia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Glorious KASSRD <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22859138#p22859138"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Manila Daily</span></span><br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-size: 100%; line-height: 116%;"">Here to bring news of the city, the nation, and the world</span></span><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Reforms for Textile Industry</span></span><br/> The Textile Industry is one of the largest parts of our economy, and thus in order to grow it, the 3rd Textile Reform is to be passed. Under the new laws, the following changes are to be made to further strengthen and grow our nation.<br/>* All people living within Sectors 6-1 through 6-19 will work for the Textile factory with the corresponding number.<br/>* The new wage is to be 10$ an hour.<br/>* The new age to begin working is 15.<br/>* Quote is raised by 25%. <br/>* Work hours are to be changed to 8-6</blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Sanctions placed against United American Socialist Republics</span></span><br/> The United American Socialist Republic has attacked the action of France in an unjust move to set up a fascist regime. While they claim to be communist, anyone who has seen their nation would know they are truly a despot regime. We cannot sit idly by while a good nation is at risk. Therefore the Marxist Republic of the Philippines has placed sanctions against the UASR. No Textile, clothing, chemicals, weapons, or machinery will be sold to the United American Socialist Republics until further notice. The Philippines will instead look to see if China or Persia would like to purchase said supplies instead.</blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">New Chemical Factories built in Manila</span></span> <br/> In order to sustain our Chemical industry, three new Chemical Factories to be built in downtown Manila. Two of the factories will produce pesticides to sell to foreign nations, while the third will produce pesticide for home use. Over one hundred new jos have been made by this action, enough for many new graduates to find good work. The Marxist Republic of the Philippines states that the pay is anywhere from 10 to 14 Pesos per hour, and this is a good chance to work in a high quality factory with good pay. Contact your local job administrator is you wish to apply.</blockquote><br/><br/> Luis Taruc looked through his reports and messages, answering them one at time. Most were tax reports, military updates, and the like. A few through, were important. Unfortunately, neither China nor the Soviets had responded yet. Still, he couldn't just wait to respond. He needed to find new trading powers to replace the UASR. Both China and Persia seemed like good options, but France may like the weapons. Hurriedly, he sent messages to each. Noticing India had made an offer in military means, he responded to them as well.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: People's Republic of China<br/>From: President Luis Taruc of the Marxist Republic of the Philippines<br/> As we have recently placed sanctions against the United American Socialist Republics, we must now find new trading powers. Extra supplies now consist of textiles, clothing, weapons, chemicals, and machinery. If you would like to become trading partners in any of these, please respond.</blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Persia<br/>From: President Luis Taruc of the Marxist Republic of the Philippines<br/> As we have recently placed sanctions against the United American Socialist Republics, we must now find new trading powers. Extra supplies now consist of textiles, clothing, weapons, chemicals, and machinery. If you would like to become trading partners in any of these, please respond.</blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Republic of France<br/>From: President Luis Taruc of the Marxist Republic of the Philippines<br/> As we have recently placed sanctions against the United American Socialist Republics, we must now find new trading powers. Extra supplies now consist of textiles, clothing, weapons, chemicals, and machinery. If you would like to become trading partners in any of these, please respond.</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Republic of India<br/>From: President Luis Taruc of the Marxist Republic of the Philippines<br/> We have heard your offer, and after careful consideration have decided to make a counter offer. Our nation is in need of economic aid, and therefore we must achieve this. We will allow you to build up to three military bases within our nation, as well as naval access to Manila Port. In payment, you shall give 30 billion Pesos, plus 5 billion Pesos per year per base. We are willing to negotiate.</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/>Mao Zedong sends a letter back to the Philippines.<br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>From: The People's Republic of China<br/>To: The Republic of the Philippines <br/><br/>China will gladly begin to trade goods with your nation, but we shall not establish free trade with you, as tariffs have been placed on all foreign goods.We shall also not trade weaponry, as we do not want to compromise China's relationship with the United American Socialist Republics. We will trade with you tea, clothing, textiles, and other non-war materials. </div></blockquote>"
13826,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909&start=50,2014-12-20T14:19:00,Atlas Security,"<blockquote><div><cite>Of The Rnclave <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22859159#p22859159"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Atlas Security <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22858008#p22858008"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>The German GC1s were re-tasked to destroy the Socialist-American regiments attacking the French. The BND and Elite Infantry had been integrated into the KSK with 3 branches of it: KSK-C(covert), KSK-I(infantry), and KSK-S(strike). The KSK-C was actively combating American propaganda in France, and were launching hit and run attacks on the Communists.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, the KSK-I was fighting battles with the(compared to the Germans) ill equipped Americans. The Germans used Israeli UZIs or German G3s and Lugers, or American Pythons or M1911s. They set up Ambushes and forts, where the strongest of which became Fort Liberty. Liberty acted as the German command post in France. <br/><br/>The KSK-C had two other jobs. Convincing the people of the atrocities of Socialism, and re-moralizing the Foreign Legion. they did this with much effort. <br/><br/>""The Communists are the new Nazis. Capitalism is Freedom! You have the choice to live as you wish, and not bow down to the Hitlerian forces of America! France, do not let your sacrifices at the hands of the Fascists be in vain. Do not let the next incarnation of the Nazis destroy you. From every townsfolk and farmer, to every business owner and worker, rise and fight! The real People's Revolution is against the Communists, and IT HAS BEGUN!""<br/><br/>""Men of The Foreign Legion, France has fought in many brave battles. Even when downtrodden and about to fall, you always pick yourselves up. Remember, Germany is with you. We denounce the work of the new Socialist Fascists, and the old Hitlerians. Join us in the march to victory! <span style=""font-style: italic"">Vive La France!</span>""<br/><br/>The KSK-S was infamous for hit-and-run attacks. They fired on the enemy, demoralized them, killed them, and left.<br/><br/>Untasked jets dropped counter-propoganda, and tried to show the French people that Socialism isn't what the Marxist say it is. Each pamphlet included a different picture of a Communist atrocity.<br/><br/>The infantry deployed in France, as the mighty Panzer Mk.3 rolled out, with all new technology and a frightening appearance. The helicopters and bomber appeared over the horizon, and the Bundesgewher engaged in their first war. The GC1s were cleared up for support missions now, and they joined the bombers and helis in the sky.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Superior American tech coming to head, the Peoples Expeditionary Force, pushed the German army out of the land they had captured. Franklins Roosevelt, contacting the German president, made his case.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Germany<br/>United American Socialist Republics<br/><br/>If your soldiers do not cease firing upon us, and leave France, we will use atomic weapons against you soldiers, leave now or face the consequences</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC: Godmod. You have to assault the base and let the other person respond. Godmod"
13827,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909&start=50,2014-12-20T14:24:00,Of The Rnclave,"<blockquote><div><cite>Atlas Security <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22859543#p22859543"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Of The Rnclave <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22859159#p22859159"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Superior American tech coming to head, the Peoples Expeditionary Force, pushed the German army out of the land they had captured. Franklins Roosevelt, contacting the German president, made his case.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Germany<br/>United American Socialist Republics<br/><br/>If your soldiers do not cease firing upon us, and leave France, we will use atomic weapons against you soldiers, leave now or face the consequences</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC: Godmod. You have to assault the base and let the other person respond. Godmod</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC- Godmod, your equipment is not better than mine, secondly, Germany just lost a war and has a massive enemy to the wat, you wouldn't be allowed to deploy troops, America has better tech, you lose"
13828,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909&start=50,2014-12-20T14:29:00,Glorious KASSRD,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Union of Soviet Socialist Republic<br/>From: President Luis Taruc of the Marxist Republic of the Philippines<br/> We thank you for the supplies. The Philippines lacks several resources, and oil and minerals will do much to advance our nation. We assure you that this will not go to waste, and we will use to to develop our nation into our of the greatest nations in Asia. Glory to Communism!</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: People's Republic of China<br/>From: President Luis Taruc of the Marxist Republic of the Philippines<br/> We are thankful for your trading deal, and will gladly accept. We hope that our nations can advance together, and that we can stand as the greatest economies in Asia, so the the people can see the only true one to goodness is Communism. We look forward to trading in the future.</blockquote>"
13829,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909&start=50,2014-12-20T14:47:00,Atlas Security,"<blockquote><div><cite>Cabana <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22859187#p22859187"">wrote</a>:</cite><hr/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center"">(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/d/da/Coat_of_arms_of_Germany.svg/184px-Coat_of_arms_of_Germany.svg.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/0/02/PCUS_Emblema.svg/200px-PCUS_Emblema.svg.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/8/8f/Emblema_KGB.svg/124px-Emblema_KGB.svg.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Parties involved in this message: KGB, BND/West German Government, former People's Commissariat/Red Army</span><br/><span style=""font-size: 85%; line-height: 116%;"">To: President Theodor Heuss, Chancellor Konrad Adenauer, BND President Reinhard Gehlen| From: Marshal Georgy Zhukov and State Security General Ivan Serov | Subject: Deposing Stalin| Security: High| Urgency: High</span></div><br/><br/>Zhukov: I know you hate us and our ideology and I know that at the first chance you'll get you'll want to destroy us, but Stalin has gone completely insane. He's shut down the People's Commissariat and removed me from my post as head of the occupational forces in Romania and instead put Lavrenty fucking Beria, the man in charge of thousands of murders against Stalin's opponents. I have information that he plans to build a concentration camp to murder anti-communist Romanians on the outskirts of Constanța. I know for a fact that he's ordered an effective genocide of them and I need to stop him before it ends in the deaths of more. I have been driven to the point where I am wholeheartedly requesting you to contact Michael I and tell him we are willing to negotiate his return in exchange for some territorial changes. He is heading to Rome to negotiate a treaty with the Italian communists for rebuilding and you have a chance at getting him then. Send him somewhere where his NKVD friends aren't able to help him, I don't recommend killing as doing so will cause them to potentially revolt.<br/><br/>Serov: I am fully willing to cooperate and allow you to use KGB and whatever NKVD/GRU supplies I can find. Please, he's destroyed our nation. You need to stop him as soon as possible. <br/><br/>Zhukov: I have thought about it, and I've decided to negotiate a possible reunification or at least an open border treaty between you and Eastern Germany if you help us with it. Germany needs to rearm in case of the UASR or the Chinese. <br/><br/>Serov: As well, can you please take down Molotov (who should be heading to Italy with Stalin) and Beria (who should be in Romania overseeing his deathcamp).<br/><br/>Zhukov: BND forces will be allowed entry and safety in our nation as well.<br/><br/>Sincerely,<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Marshal Georgy Zhukov and State Security General Ivan Serov </span></blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/>The Federal Republic of Germany's Response:<br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Letter to USSR""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Marshal Zhukov, General Serov|Subject: RE: Deposing Stalin|Urgency: X5|Security: X5(Highest level)</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Marshal Zhukov, General Serov:<br/>We do have major differences in ideology. However, the old Arabian saying goes, ""The enemy of my enemy is my friend,"" am I correct?<br/><br/>German Operatives are in certain places around the world, as I am sure the KGB knows. They have been activated in Romania. We will halt the death camps at Constanța using those men, and will deploy our army. We will activate a strike team to dispose of Stalin in Italy. Perhaps the KGB can act as NKVD, and when Stalin gets suspicious, our strike team makes the kill/capture? The NKVD has no clue what they're going up against. He will be rotting in a cell, or dead.<br/><br/>We will contact Michael I and see what he thinks.<br/><br/>Regarding our neighbors to the east, this will be very difficult. In our eyes, they have continued the oppression of the German people, and I know they feel the same way about us. Perhaps they could tear down that stupid wall and then we could put up the Berlin DMZ and border checkpoints, so diplomacy can be used, and Germans can visit their families. <br/><br/>Germany may be able to work something out with each other if there is a mutual threat to both nations.<br/><br/>Yours Truly,<br/>German Kanzler,<br/>Konrad Adenauer</blockquote></div></div></div>"
13830,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909&start=50,2014-12-20T14:53:00,Abrahammia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Soviet Chernarus <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22859182#p22859182"">wrote</a>:</cite><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Message to Germany""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: West Germany<br/>From: Socialist Republic of Italy<br/><br/>While we have not always had the best relations between each other, the Italian government, as well as the people, believe that we should be able to repair relations with other countries, no matter what they have done in the past. We both have many similarities, and preach the ideas of democracy. We both will not submit to Soviet or American authority, or fall under the haunting specters that are communism and fascism.<br/><br/> We, the government of the Socialist People's Democratic Republic of Italy, propose a possible alliance between our two nations; in these turbulent times, it is imperative that, as nations striving for a free Europe, that we help resist communist and fascist influence. The alliance will involve a non-aggression pact and various trade agreements that will help grow our economies and increase trade between our nations. Our nations will be obliged to go to each other's aid if one is attacked or invaded, but not required too. With your consent, the militaries of our nations will engage in various military and training exercises, to help improve our armed forces. But you have all the rights to refuse, and we will understand your reasons behind doing so.</blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Message to the USSR""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: USSR<br/>From: Italy<br/><br/>Our government has been informed on the current situation in Romania, and has been keeping a tab on the unrest happening there. The rebels wish to reinstall a monarchy in Romania, and we will try to do anything in our power to prevent this from happening; we had our experience with a monarchy in the form of the Kingdom of Italy in the 1920s and 30s, and, needless to say, it was not very pleasant. If the rebels win out, the people will be oppressed by a king, who serves only for his self interest and gain, rather than the people's. The government believes that Italian military assistance will be invaluable due to their military experience and expertise; many of our men are veterans from the Second World War. We also see this as a chance to improve relations between our two nations. However, the only problem is that we are still recovering from the Second World War, and Italian intervention will only result in slowed economic growth and other negative repercussions. So we will make a proposal - in exchange for direct Italian military and financial aid to the legitimate government in Romania, we request that you assist in rebuilding the territory north of the Gothic line, as well as lending us 2.5 million USD (don't know the amount in lira), to help cover with some of the war costs. <br/><br/>You have all the rights to deny my proposal and our requests. Even if you do so, the Italian government hopes that we can still improve relations between our nations.</blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Message to China""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: China<br/>From: Italy<br/><br/>Greetings, comrades from China - the government in Italy wishes to possibly construct an embassy in your capital of Peking, and to improve relations between our two countries. I understand that you have endured two wars, one with the KMT under Generalissimo Chiang Kai-shek, and another with the Japanese, and that you are currently in the process of reconstruction your nation. We have also been through two wars; one against the corrupt king Victor Emmanuel III, and another with the Germans under Erwin Rommel. You have great potential to become a great power, and due to this the Italian government feels that we should help build relations between our countries. If you consent to the construction, an Italian ambassador and the embassy staff will be transported via plane to Peking. The date and time of our departure and the route we will be taking is still yet to be decided.</blockquote></div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/>Mao Zedong looks outside the window, after reading this letter and sees that he is in Beijing, not Peking. He says to them ""I don't think anyone else has to read this, this ignorance. He and his advisors create a letter to send back to them.<br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>To: Italian Republic<br/>From: The People's Republic of China<br/><br/>We shall allow for you to create an embassy inside the city of Peking. I, Mao Zedong, shall meet them. Please arrive at the site in 7 days. We shall enjoy a feast and shake hands for a newspaper headline. Also, we wish to negotiate a meeting between me and the leader of Italy. That meeting shall finalize the peace agreement between our 2 nations.</div></blockquote>"
13831,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909&start=50,2014-12-20T15:04:00,Soviet Chernarus,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Italian Underground Fascist Movement<br/>Unknown Town<br/>Italy</span><br/><br/>The figures of the men, blending in with the darkness, approached the building, which seemed to be some sort of bar. They entered the building with some sort of black mask; there were slits, but only for their nose, mouth, and eyes. As they entered, they took their seats behind the counter. They made little conversation but instead stared expectantly at the door. After a half hour had passed, a man entered, who looked at the masked people apprehensively. The man who had just entered was wearing no mask. He had brown hair, an upturned nose and arched eyebrows. He wore a pinstriped suit. ""Duval"" One of the masked men spoke.<br/>Duval ignored him. ""You have accomplished the mission I assigned to you, correct?"" There was a long period of silence when Duval spoke again, this time impatient ""Well?""<br/><br/>""S-sir, there wasn't enough time. But, if you give us a second chance-""<br/><br/>""There will be no second chances, you fool. I gave you a mission and you couldn't complete it."" Duval said calmly. He raised his hand - in it, one of the fingers poised right next to the trigger, a sleek black pistol. ""I would shoot you right now, but I would rather not cause a commotion.""<br/><br/>""Y-yes sir."" The masked man replied; his voice was shaky but relieved. ""We could have killed the Vice Minister on his way to the Prime Minister, but you failed. You-"" Duval pointed the pistol at the masked man farthest away from him, who stood up. ""What happened?""<br/><br/>""M-my men were engaged in a little scuffle with police thirty minutes prior to the Vice Minister's arrival to the town. One of my men...he got drunk. Pulled his gun out. We all ended up getting dragged into it.""<br/><br/>""And this why I can't trust you fools. Letting one of your men get drunk. Luckily there will be more chances, even if I have no use for you people anymore"" Duval sneered. ""Well, good luck. You're on your own."" He turned to leave the building. The masked men were stunned - they had willingly thrown away their entire lives to join the underground organization. Now Duval, the leader, was saying that they were useless to him, and now the masked men had served their purpose, they were dumped aside like a bag of trash. Duval left. Some of the masked men left the bar, but most stayed, not knowing what to do.<br/><br/>There was the crack of a gunshot; it seemed to pierce through the night. One of the masked men had a hole in his mask. His hood fell off his head as he slumped over, dead.<br/>---<br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Message to China""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: China<br/>From: Italy <br/><br/>We thank you for agreeing to the construction of an Italian Embassy in Peking. If it is not too much of a hassle, we will send Italian construction workers and builders to arrive soon in order to help build the embassy. The meeting between our two leaders will occur in the location of your choice.</blockquote></div></div></div>"
13832,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909&start=50,2014-12-20T15:20:00,Atlas Security,"OOC Disclaimer: Read this before screaming, ""Godmod!""<br/><br/>Cabana(The USSR) gave me permission to partake in this operation, evidenced here:<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">The Federal Democratic Republic of Cabana<br/>2 hours ago<br/><br/>Yep, with Zhukov leading, the occupation of Romania will end. I hope to get him when he travels to Rome to sign an agreement with Italy for rebuilding.<br/><br/>You can make an IC post w/out me, you have my blessing.<br/><br/>In reply to...<br/><br/>ReplyMoveDelete</blockquote><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Operation Cocktail""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">The K(KSK) had their chance when Stalin and Molotov landed at the airport in Rome. K-C acted as NKVD operatives, and managed to go undetected. K-S teams moved to the airport entrance. When K-C fired the first shot, all hell would break loose. K-I was lagging behind the NKVD entorauge, and would cut off all avenues of escape. <br/><br/>The entourage made it to the airport entrance. K-I had cut off any escape avenues. Meanwhile, K-C was checking weaponry. K-S was Prepped and ready. <br/><br/>K-C operative <span style=""font-style: italic"">Eins</span> turned around, and fired at the NKVD at the back of the team. The K-C scurried to join the K-S or K-I. Meanwhile, K-I and -S had laid down heavy fire onto the entourage, who were sacrificing themselves for their leaders. <br/><br/>When only Stalin and Molotov were left, the many KSK operatives shot sleeping gas off after donning gas masks. They took the living Soviets and jammed them into a waiting GC1 outside of the airport, and flew to an obscure, highly and effectively guarded, underground torture prison.<br/><br/>From there, the KSK-C operatives went home, but K-S and -I had work left to do. The -C elements in Romania were being reinforced by fresh K-I and K-S troops, as well as the Italy operatives.</div></div></div><br/><br/>The Italy team took showers to remove the gas, then flew in a GCX(Stealth GC1) to Beria with the Fresh men.<br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Operation Bear""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">K-I immediately surrounded the prison, guarding the outside and ensuring no escape. K-C would free civilians while the Italy team -S moved to kill Beria. Meanwhile, the Fresh K-S team would cover -C.<br/><br/>Italy -S team fought their way into the prison, as a surprise present for them showed up in 5 GC1s. The team quickly found Beria in his quarters, guarded by skilled NKVD. A German sniper shot Beria, confirmed the kill, and then a GC1 blew it up. Beria's remains were tossed in the fire created by the explosion. They moved to join the Freshes.<br/><br/>All of K-S in Romania united at the middle of the prison, where they found C in trouble. The GC1s landed outside of the prison, and waited for pickup. <br/><br/>K-S moved through, slaughtering the stupid Soviets by the dozens, as K-C freed the rest of the prisoners. They ran outside, and bounded into the plane. Soviet SAM sites were demolished all the way through Romania, and then they waited for the Legionnaires to finish up in Romania.</div></div></div>"
13833,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909&start=50,2014-12-20T15:28:00,In Gentem Et De Libris Scientiam,"<blockquote class=""uncited""><div>To Germany,<br/>We suggest that with so many of Americas troops in europe, and with their threats to bomb with nukes, that you continue fighting in france, but sending more troops to America.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>To Philipines,<br/>We will join you in your sanctions, and we would like to ask you to manufacture some weapons for us. We are also in need of chemical weapons.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The troops in America get to the meet up point with the germans. When the germans get their the leader of the forces goes into a war strategy. ""I suggest that we attack the President of america. If we tried though they would send military troops from the nearby base to fight. My plan is to have you attack the president, and then when they send the signal to the troops, and they start to move, we will attack and slaughter them. If neccesarty we will take the base and bomb the president. Or we could just take the base and bomb the president. You choose."""
13834,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909&start=50,2014-12-20T15:29:00,Atlas Security,"<blockquote><div><cite>Soviet Chernarus <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22859182#p22859182"">wrote</a>:</cite><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Message to Germany""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: West Germany<br/>From: Socialist Republic of Italy<br/><br/>While we have not always had the best relations between each other, the Italian government, as well as the people, believe that we should be able to repair relations with other countries, no matter what they have done in the past. We both have many similarities, and preach the ideas of democracy. We both will not submit to Soviet or American authority, or fall under the haunting specters that are communism and fascism.<br/><br/> We, the government of the Socialist People's Democratic Republic of Italy, propose a possible alliance between our two nations; in these turbulent times, it is imperative that, as nations striving for a free Europe, that we help resist communist and fascist influence. The alliance will involve a non-aggression pact and various trade agreements that will help grow our economies and increase trade between our nations. Our nations will be obliged to go to each other's aid if one is attacked or invaded, but not required too. With your consent, the militaries of our nations will engage in various military and training exercises, to help improve our armed forces. But you have all the rights to refuse, and we will understand your reasons behind doing so.</blockquote></div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/><br/>The Federal Republic of Germany's Response:<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Letter to Italy""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Urgency:Moderate|Security: High|Regarding:Alliance</blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Dear Italy: <br/>We share many things in common. Our citizens are happy, we denounce communism and fascism, and now are prepared to make an alliance. The Federal Republic of Germany requests that we begin with a non-aggression and trade pact, and if that works well, we can add the military element in. We hope you understand, and are glad to be able to do business with you.<br/>Yours Truly,<br/>Chancellor Konrad Adenauer of Germany</blockquote></div></div></div>"
13835,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909&start=50,2014-12-20T15:33:00,Glorious KASSRD,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: India<br/>From: President Luis Taruc of the Marxist are public of the Philippines<br/> Thank you for joining our sanctions. The UASR sets a bad name for Communism and stains all of our reputations. I hope we can convince them to be a better example. As for weapons, we would be glad to sell weapons to India. Chemical weapons will take more time, but as we have both chemical and weapon factories, we shall soon create cheap-although crude- chemical weapons.</blockquote>"
13836,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909&start=50,2014-12-20T15:34:00,Atlas Security,"<blockquote><div><cite>In Gentem Et De Libris Scientiam <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22860182#p22860182"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>To Germany,<br/>We suggest that with so many of Americas troops in europe, and with their threats to bomb with nukes, that you continue fighting in france, but sending more troops to America.</div></blockquote>The troops in America get to the meet up point with the germans. When the germans get their the leader of the forces goes into a war strategy. ""I suggest that we attack the President of america. If we tried though they would send military troops from the nearby base to fight. My plan is to have you attack the president, and then when they send the signal to the troops, and they start to move, we will attack and slaughter them. If neccesarty we will take the base and bomb the president. Or we could just take the base and bomb the president. You choose.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Colonel Abel was bewildered. Even though he had recently grown his army to 25,000 highly trained men, this was quite the move.<br/>""Why don't we wait for the Minutemen to respond. They are another counter-revolutionary group, and they have men in Washington. If they get in on the action, our men can all meet up and slaughter them."" He waited for a response from the communist, who he didn't<span style=""font-style: italic"">dislike</span>, but was not especially fond of."
13837,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909&start=50,2014-12-20T15:36:00,Abrahammia,"Mao Zedong makes an announcement to the people of China through the radio.<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>This is a formal announcement from the great and honorable Mao Zedong. China has been given much higher demands for our goods and supplies. In order to ramp up production, we encourage you to allow your children to work in the assembly lines in Chinese factories. Their work experience shall give them a much higher work ethic, which will benefit them greatly when they become adults. This will not only make your children better workers in the future, but will also allow the children to reward you for all of the hard work you have put into raising them.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Mao then writes a letter back to the leader of Italy.<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>To: The Italian Republic<br/>From: The People's Republic of China<br/><br/>As a sign of trust in your nation, I, Mao Zedong, shall meet with you in the city of Rome.i shall bring you a gift of 6 gold bars stacked in a triangle shape to show you how virtuous and kind we Chinese people are. The day after the meeting with your ambassador, I shall be flown into Italy with my translator.</div></blockquote>"
13838,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909&start=50,2014-12-20T15:38:00,Atlas Security,"<blockquote><div><cite>Of The Rnclave <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22859590#p22859590"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Atlas Security <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22859543#p22859543"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>OOC: Godmod. You have to assault the base and let the other person respond. Godmod</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC- Godmod, your equipment is not better than mine, secondly, Germany just lost a war and has a massive enemy to the wat, you wouldn't be allowed to deploy troops, America has better tech, you lose</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: Who says that there is another Treaty of Versailles? Germany has overcome much before, who says that they don't have a great army? After all, my app contained many soldiers, and it was accepted. I will accept that our tech isn't<span style=""font-style: italic"">better</span>."
13839,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909&start=75,2014-12-20T15:42:00,Zechaslavia,"OOC: Btw just cause America is socialist and Britain and Canada were involved in the manhattan project too, Britain and Canada have nuclear capability along with the Socialist states of America and the USSR"
13840,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909&start=75,2014-12-20T15:44:00,In Gentem Et De Libris Scientiam,"<blockquote><div><cite>Atlas Security <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22860236#p22860236"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>In Gentem Et De Libris Scientiam <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22860182#p22860182"">wrote</a>:</cite>The troops in America get to the meet up point with the germans. When the germans get their the leader of the forces goes into a war strategy. ""I suggest that we attack the President of america. If we tried though they would send military troops from the nearby base to fight. My plan is to have you attack the president, and then when they send the signal to the troops, and they start to move, we will attack and slaughter them. If neccesarty we will take the base and bomb the president. Or we could just take the base and bomb the president. You choose.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Colonel Abel was bewildered. Even though he had recently grown his army to 25,000 highly trained men, this was quite the move. <br/>""Why don't we wait for the Minutemen to respond. They are another counter-revolutionary group, and they have men in Washington. If they get in on the action, our men can all meet up and slaughter them."" He waited for a response from the communist, who he didn't <span style=""font-style: italic"">dislike</span>, but was not especially fond of.</div></blockquote><br/>We will wait but we must take offense. I would like to use 7,000 or so of your troops to recruit more people to the cause, and the other troops should stage some fights in small towns with the police.<br/><br/><br/><br/><br/><br/>The indian troops arrival in france was a bit delayed because they had to take a longer route but they made that up because they surprised some american troops at a disadvantage, they dealt with them, and then spread out to recruit people to the cause of fighting the americans, and to start setting up defenses."
13841,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909&start=75,2014-12-20T15:44:00,Atlas Security,"The NPA and KSK were about to join together in an operation to take over Bosworth. The NPA would launch simultaneous guerrilla attacks on major targets, and then KSK would pour in from every which way.<br/><br/>The Indian Communist Special Forces were told this at camp. ""A good prelude to the Washington Op. You can choose to fight with us, fight with the KSK, or do both,"" Colonel Abel stated."
13842,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909&start=75,2014-12-20T15:46:00,Atlas Security,"<blockquote><div><cite>Zechaslavia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22860304#p22860304"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: Btw just cause America is socialist and Britain and Canada were involved in the manhattan project too, Britain and Canada have nuclear capability along with the Socialist states of America and the USSR</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: Has NATO been signed yet? If so..."
13843,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909&start=75,2014-12-20T15:47:00,In Gentem Et De Libris Scientiam,"""would you go a bit more into explaining that exactly we are doing?""<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>TO britain,<br/>Hello for masters,<br/>TO BE EDITED, I just need to hear what tech says on something.</div></blockquote>"
13844,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909&start=75,2014-12-20T15:52:00,Atlas Security,"<blockquote><div><cite>In Gentem Et De Libris Scientiam <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22860352#p22860352"">wrote</a>:</cite>""would you go a bit more into explaining that exactly we are doing?""</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: Done"
13845,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909&start=75,2014-12-20T15:52:00,In Gentem Et De Libris Scientiam,"<blockquote><div><cite>Atlas Security <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22860401#p22860401"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>In Gentem Et De Libris Scientiam <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22860352#p22860352"">wrote</a>:</cite>""would you go a bit more into explaining that exactly we are doing?""</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: Done</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: I a bit meant what targets, what are the strategies. A bit like how i wrote my battle."
13846,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909&start=75,2014-12-20T15:54:00,Soviet Chernarus,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Leonardo Da Vinci Airport<br/>Rome<br/>Italy</span><br/><br/>Operation Cocktail had spread chaos throughout the city of Rome; shortly after its completion, two dozen police cruisers surrounded the airport. Officers thoroughly searched the building, and all flights were suspended due to the incident. While everyone in the airport at the time seemed to be unharmed, Stalin and Molotov, the two Soviet leaders, have seemed to have been kidnapped. This has thrown the Italian government in an uproar, who blames Roman authorities and officials for this lapse in security. Official investigations have yet to start.<br/>---<br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Message to Germany""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Germany<br/>From: Italy<br/><br/>We will be more than happy to agree to a non-aggression pact and a trade agreement between our two nations. The Italian government, in order to sort out the details and terms of the pacts and agreements, would also like to request a meeting in Berlin, as a sign of our goodwill.</blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Message to China""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: China<br/>From: Italy<br/><br/>We bear the unfortunate news of having Soviet leaders Josef Stalin and Vladimir Molotov having been kidnapped after arriving in the airport of Rome. While investigations are still pending, the Italian government suspects the involvement of other foreign countries and even other Soviet officials in this embarassing incident, and Roman officials and authorities have been blamed for a lapse in security. Because of this crisis, the Leonardo Da Vinci Airport in Rome has been temporarily closed. We are more than happy to receive you in some other city, perhaps Milan or Venice, if you are still willing to go. This time we will not take any chances, and we guarantee top-notch security. A five block radius will be set up around the airports, and will be guarded by military soldiers. Only a select amount of people will be informed of your arrival in Italy, and there will be complete secrecy. <br/><br/>We understand if you do not wish to go, because of this incident on our hands. The Prime Minister of Italy would be more than glad to meet your leader in Peking.</blockquote></div></div></div>"
13847,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909&start=75,2014-12-20T15:58:00,Of The Rnclave,"<blockquote><div><cite>In Gentem Et De Libris Scientiam <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22860182#p22860182"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>To Germany,<br/>We suggest that with so many of Americas troops in europe, and with their threats to bomb with nukes, that you continue fighting in france, but sending more troops to America.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>To Philipines,<br/>We will join you in your sanctions, and we would like to ask you to manufacture some weapons for us. We are also in need of chemical weapons.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The troops in America get to the meet up point with the germans. When the germans get their the leader of the forces goes into a war strategy. ""I suggest that we attack the President of america. If we tried though they would send military troops from the nearby base to fight. My plan is to have you attack the president, and then when they send the signal to the troops, and they start to move, we will attack and slaughter them. If neccesarty we will take the base and bomb the president. Or we could just take the base and bomb the president. You choose.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>What the hell? You did not invade America, that's bullshit, get out, that's dumb, you realize how miltarized America is? He citizens would murder you"
13848,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909&start=75,2014-12-20T16:03:00,Atlas Security,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>The indian troops arrival in france was a bit delayed because they had to take a longer route but they made that up because they surprised some american troops at a disadvantage, they dealt with them, and then spread out to recruit people to the cause of fighting the americans, and to start setting up defenses.</div></blockquote><br/>KSK-I forces preparing an ambush for a convoy noticed some Indian troops. Not knowing about the diplomatic relations, the Captain of the group called Command, ""Are the Indians fighting with us, or them?""</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>To: Germany<br/>From: Italy<br/><br/>We will be more than happy to agree to a non-aggression pact and a trade agreement between our two nations. The Italian government, in order to sort out the details and terms of the pacts and agreements, would also like to request a meeting in Berlin, as a sign of our goodwill.</div></blockquote><br/>The German government is obliged to hear that the Italian government agrees to their terms. A meeting in Berlin is accepted.</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>OOC: I a bit meant what targets, what are the strategies. A bit like how i wrote my battle.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: Several guerrilla attacks on all major city infrastructure, followed by troops pouring into the city.</blockquote>"
13849,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909&start=75,2014-12-20T16:06:00,Of The Rnclave,"<blockquote><div><cite>Atlas Security <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22860327#p22860327"">wrote</a>:</cite>The NPA and KSK were about to join together in an operation to take over Bosworth. The NPA would launch simultaneous guerrilla attacks on major targets, and then KSK would pour in from every which way.<br/><br/>The Indian Communist Special Forces were told this at camp. ""A good prelude to the Washington Op. You can choose to fight with us, fight with the KSK, or do both,"" Colonel Abel stated.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The KSK and India failed to realize just how small the attempted revolutions were. As the forces moved around the coastal areas they had managed to capture, UASR citizens rioted against them, throwing rocks at them, placing IEDs and slashing the tires sod their vehicles, stuffing dirt and blockages down their gun barrels. The People rioted violently, killing multiple German and Indian soldiers, ripping them apart and crucifying them on street corners. The UASR had yet to send back troops to deal with the invaders, letting the anger and hatred of the citizens show the foreign enemies just how they felt.<br/><br/>The Peoples Militia, Workign with the rioters, smuggled a bomb aboard a German refugee boat, for UASR citizens, leaving the bomb, they left, it begin set to detonate 5 minutes after they left, the naval boat sinking violently"
13850,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909&start=75,2014-12-20T16:06:00,Atlas Security,"<blockquote><div><cite>Of The Rnclave <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22860543#p22860543"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Atlas Security <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22860327#p22860327"">wrote</a>:</cite>The NPA and KSK were about to join together in an operation to take over Bosworth. The NPA would launch simultaneous guerrilla attacks on major targets, and then KSK would pour in from every which way.<br/><br/>The Indian Communist Special Forces were told this at camp. ""A good prelude to the Washington Op. You can choose to fight with us, fight with the KSK, or do both,"" Colonel Abel stated.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The KSK and India failed to realize just how small the attempted revolutions were. As the forces moved around the coastal areas they had managed to capture, UASR citizens rioted against them, throwing rocks at them, placing IEDs and slashing the tires sod their vehicles, stuffing dirt and blockages down their gun barrels. The People rioted violently, killing multiple German and Indian soldiers, ripping them apart and crucifying them on street corners. The UASR had yet to send back troops to deal with the invaders, letting the anger and hatred of the citizens show the foreign enemies just how they felt. <br/><br/>The Peoples Militia, Workign with the rioters, smuggled a bomb aboard a German refugee boat, for UASR citizens, leaving the bomb, they left, it begin set to detonate 5 minutes after they left, the naval boat sinking violently</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: They were planning it. It didn't happen yet. Godmod: We never sent a refugee ship."
13851,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909&start=75,2014-12-20T16:08:00,In Gentem Et De Libris Scientiam,"<blockquote><div><cite>Atlas Security <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22860521#p22860521"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>The indian troops arrival in france was a bit delayed because they had to take a longer route but they made that up because they surprised some american troops at a disadvantage, they dealt with them, and then spread out to recruit people to the cause of fighting the americans, and to start setting up defenses.</div></blockquote><br/>KSK-I forces preparing an ambush for a convoy noticed some Indian troops. Not knowing about the diplomatic relations, the Captain of the group called Command, ""Are the Indians fighting with us, or them?""</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>To: Germany<br/>From: Italy<br/><br/>We will be more than happy to agree to a non-aggression pact and a trade agreement between our two nations. The Italian government, in order to sort out the details and terms of the pacts and agreements, would also like to request a meeting in Berlin, as a sign of our goodwill.</div></blockquote><br/>The German government is obliged to hear that the Italian government agrees to their terms. A meeting in Berlin is accepted.</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>OOC: I a bit meant what targets, what are the strategies. A bit like how i wrote my battle.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: Several guerrilla attacks on all major city infrastructure, followed by troops pouring into the city.</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/>I would suggest attacking a military base, then doing that plan with strong weapons, to suppress if necessary."
13852,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909&start=75,2014-12-20T16:08:00,Abrahammia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Soviet Chernarus <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22860438#p22860438"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Leonardo Da Vinci Airport<br/>Rome<br/>Italy</span><br/><br/>Operation Cocktail had spread chaos throughout the city of Rome; shortly after its completion, two dozen police cruisers surrounded the airport. Officers thoroughly searched the building, and all flights were suspended due to the incident. While everyone in the airport at the time seemed to be unharmed, Stalin and Molotov, the two Soviet leaders, have seemed to have been kidnapped. This has thrown the Italian government in an uproar, who blames Roman authorities and officials for this lapse in security. Official investigations have yet to start. <br/>---<br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Message to Germany""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Germany<br/>From: Italy<br/><br/>We will be more than happy to agree to a non-aggression pact and a trade agreement between our two nations. The Italian government, in order to sort out the details and terms of the pacts and agreements, would also like to request a meeting in Berlin, as a sign of our goodwill.</blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Message to China""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: China<br/>From: Italy<br/><br/>We bear the unfortunate news of having Soviet leaders Josef Stalin and Vladimir Molotov having been kidnapped after arriving in the airport of Rome. While investigations are still pending, the Italian government suspects the involvement of other foreign countries and even other Soviet officials in this embarassing incident, and Roman officials and authorities have been blamed for a lapse in security. Because of this crisis, the Leonardo Da Vinci Airport in Rome has been temporarily closed. We are more than happy to receive you in some other city, perhaps Milan or Venice, if you are still willing to go. This time we will not take any chances, and we guarantee top-notch security. A five block radius will be set up around the airports, and will be guarded by military soldiers. Only a select amount of people will be informed of your arrival in Italy, and there will be complete secrecy. <br/><br/>We understand if you do not wish to go, because of this incident on our hands. The Prime Minister of Italy would be more than glad to meet your leader in Peking.</blockquote></div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/>Mao Zedong's advisors advise Mao to not enter Italy at all, considering their war, but Mao negotiates with Italy instead.<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>From: The People's Republic of China<br/>To: The Italian Republic<br/><br/>We understand the dangers of sending Mao Zedong into Rome, and so we shall have the meeting in Venice. In order to ensure the maximum security of the great and honorable Mao Zedong, Mao shall not only be defended by his elite guards in the meeting room, but have Chinese soldiers shall be sent to stand with the Italian guards around the building. 1,000 paratroopers shall be ready to ensure the safety of our nation's leaders.</div></blockquote>"
13853,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909&start=75,2014-12-20T16:09:00,In Gentem Et De Libris Scientiam,"<blockquote><div><cite>Atlas Security <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22860552#p22860552"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Of The Rnclave <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22860543#p22860543"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>The KSK and India failed to realize just how small the attempted revolutions were. As the forces moved around the coastal areas they had managed to capture, UASR citizens rioted against them, throwing rocks at them, placing IEDs and slashing the tires sod their vehicles, stuffing dirt and blockages down their gun barrels. The People rioted violently, killing multiple German and Indian soldiers, ripping them apart and crucifying them on street corners. The UASR had yet to send back troops to deal with the invaders, letting the anger and hatred of the citizens show the foreign enemies just how they felt. <br/><br/>The Peoples Militia, Workign with the rioters, smuggled a bomb aboard a German refugee boat, for UASR citizens, leaving the bomb, they left, it begin set to detonate 5 minutes after they left, the naval boat sinking violently</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: They were planning it. It didn't happen yet. Godmod: We never sent a refugee ship.</div></blockquote><br/>And we never would."
13854,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909&start=75,2014-12-20T16:10:00,Atlas Security,"<blockquote><div><cite>In Gentem Et De Libris Scientiam <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22860571#p22860571"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Atlas Security <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22860552#p22860552"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: They were planning it. It didn't happen yet. Godmod: We never sent a refugee ship.</div></blockquote><br/>And we never would.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: Therefore, your post is<span style=""font-style: italic"">invalid</span>"
13855,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909&start=75,2014-12-20T16:10:00,Of The Rnclave,"<blockquote><div><cite>In Gentem Et De Libris Scientiam <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22860317#p22860317"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Atlas Security <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22860236#p22860236"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Colonel Abel was bewildered. Even though he had recently grown his army to 25,000 highly trained men, this was quite the move. <br/>""Why don't we wait for the Minutemen to respond. They are another counter-revolutionary group, and they have men in Washington. If they get in on the action, our men can all meet up and slaughter them."" He waited for a response from the communist, who he didn't <span style=""font-style: italic"">dislike</span>, but was not especially fond of.</div></blockquote><br/>We will wait but we must take offense. I would like to use 7,000 or so of your troops to recruit more people to the cause, and the other troops should stage some fights in small towns with the police.<br/><br/><br/><br/><br/><br/>The indian troops arrival in france was a bit delayed because they had to take a longer route but they made that up because they surprised some american troops at a disadvantage, they dealt with them, and then spread out to recruit people to the cause of fighting the americans, and to start setting up defenses.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>A UASR bomber flew low as they entered French air space, the B52, carried a nuclear warhead. The anger of the Peoples army would be shown today, a large Indian base could be seen in the distance, as they neared, they dropped the bomb. Swooping away, the bomber quickly flew away, but u fortune try, the shockwave of the bomb blasted the plane down, the bomber crashing into a field.<br/><br/>A similar attack was to occur to the Germans, just an hour later, a German base on the coast would experience the Armies anger. The bomber went through the same process, dropping the bomb over a German base, but this plane managed to escape due to it's longer fuse in the bomb, the Bomber returning to its base. A letter was sent to Germany<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Germany and India <br/><br/>Our attacks should show you have dedicated we are. You should leave France now, before things worsen for your forces. Consider your options fools</blockquote>"
13856,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909&start=75,2014-12-20T16:13:00,Of The Rnclave,"<blockquote><div><cite>Atlas Security <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22860582#p22860582"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>In Gentem Et De Libris Scientiam <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22860571#p22860571"">wrote</a>:</cite>And we never would.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: Therefore, your post is <span style=""font-style: italic"">invalid</span></div></blockquote><br/><br/>Therefore both of you are dumb if you ever think you could land soldier son my land, if you think you could fight the world superpower next to Russia, and assassinate my prescient, I'm beginning to get pissed off"
13857,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909&start=75,2014-12-20T16:14:00,In Gentem Et De Libris Scientiam,"<blockquote class=""uncited""><div>To France,<br/>Look at the destruction that these americans have wrought!<br/>They have nuked you!<br/>Fight these hostile invaders!</div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>TO Britain,<br/>Our previous master we need you, and so does the world<br/>The americans have attacked us and harmless civilians, and we need you to give us a nuke to fight these horrid americans</div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>To Russia, <br/>This american outrage has gone on long enough. We need you to bomb (nuke) these Americans. We could help if you would supply a diagram of how to make a nuke.</div></blockquote>"
13858,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909&start=75,2014-12-20T16:15:00,Atlas Security,"<blockquote><div><cite>Of The Rnclave <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22860586#p22860586"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>In Gentem Et De Libris Scientiam <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22860317#p22860317"">wrote</a>:</cite>We will wait but we must take offense. I would like to use 7,000 or so of your troops to recruit more people to the cause, and the other troops should stage some fights in small towns with the police.<br/><br/><br/><br/><br/><br/>The indian troops arrival in france was a bit delayed because they had to take a longer route but they made that up because they surprised some american troops at a disadvantage, they dealt with them, and then spread out to recruit people to the cause of fighting the americans, and to start setting up defenses.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>A UASR bomber flew low as they entered French air space, the B52, carried a nuclear warhead. The anger of the Peoples army would be shown today, a large Indian base could be seen in the distance, as they neared, they dropped the bomb. Swooping away, the bomber quickly flew away, but u fortune try, the shockwave of the bomb blasted the plane down, the bomber crashing into a field.<br/><br/>A similar attack was to occur to the Germans, just an hour later, a German base on the coast would experience the Armies anger. The bomber went through the same process, dropping the bomb over a German base, but this plane managed to escape due to it's longer fuse in the bomb, the Bomber returning to its base. A letter was sent to Germany<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Germany and India <br/><br/>Our attacks should show you have dedicated we are. You should leave France now, before things worsen for your forces. Consider your options fools</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: UASR<br/><br/>Your attempt at a nuclear assault is flattering, but useless. The nuke is honestly an ineffective tool against the German Republic, as you have only strengthened our resolve.</blockquote>"
13859,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909&start=75,2014-12-20T16:15:00,In Gentem Et De Libris Scientiam,"<blockquote><div><cite>Of The Rnclave <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22860616#p22860616"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Atlas Security <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22860582#p22860582"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: Therefore, your post is <span style=""font-style: italic"">invalid</span></div></blockquote><br/><br/>Therefore both of you are dumb if you ever think you could land soldier son my land, if you think you could fight the world superpower next to Russia, and assassinate my prescient, I'm beginning to get pissed off</div></blockquote><br/>We could land soldiers, and you are more the annoyance in this rp."
13860,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909&start=75,2014-12-20T16:17:00,Of The Rnclave,"<blockquote><div><cite>In Gentem Et De Libris Scientiam <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22860640#p22860640"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Of The Rnclave <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22860616#p22860616"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Therefore both of you are dumb if you ever think you could land soldier son my land, if you think you could fight the world superpower next to Russia, and assassinate my prescient, I'm beginning to get pissed off</div></blockquote><br/>We could land soldiers, and you are more the annoyance in this rp.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Really? Who's being unrealistic? India is no superpower, and couldn't even land soldiers in the UASR, also it's<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Boswash</span>not Bosworth"
13861,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909&start=75,2014-12-20T16:19:00,In Gentem Et De Libris Scientiam,"<blockquote><div><cite>Of The Rnclave <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22860662#p22860662"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>In Gentem Et De Libris Scientiam <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22860640#p22860640"">wrote</a>:</cite>We could land soldiers, and you are more the annoyance in this rp.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Really? Who's being unrealistic? India is no superpower, and couldn't even land soldiers in the UASR, also it's <span style=""font-weight: bold"">Boswash</span> not Bosworth</div></blockquote><br/><br/>So wait, you monitor every inch of your coast?"
13862,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909&start=75,2014-12-20T16:21:00,In Gentem Et De Libris Scientiam,"<blockquote><div><cite>Atlas Security <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22860629#p22860629"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Of The Rnclave <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22860586#p22860586"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>A UASR bomber flew low as they entered French air space, the B52, carried a nuclear warhead. The anger of the Peoples army would be shown today, a large Indian base could be seen in the distance, as they neared, they dropped the bomb. Swooping away, the bomber quickly flew away, but u fortune try, the shockwave of the bomb blasted the plane down, the bomber crashing into a field.<br/><br/>A similar attack was to occur to the Germans, just an hour later, a German base on the coast would experience the Armies anger. The bomber went through the same process, dropping the bomb over a German base, but this plane managed to escape due to it's longer fuse in the bomb, the Bomber returning to its base. A letter was sent to Germany<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Germany and India <br/><br/>Our attacks should show you have dedicated we are. You should leave France now, before things worsen for your forces. Consider your options fools</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/>Unbeknownst to the UASR, the Germans had sent 20 nuclear bomb technicians to deal with the nuke. When it dropped, they worked quickly to defuse it, and did.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: UASR<br/><br/>Your attempt at a nuclear assault is flattering, but useless. The nuke is honestly an ineffective tool against the German engineering might.</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/>Could you send India the diagram for the bomb?<br/>Also send the bomb to america, with a message printed on it. The message is this, ""F*ck you"""
13863,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909&start=75,2014-12-20T16:22:00,Atlas Security,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Letter to New Soviet Authorities, Britain""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Security/Urgency: X5|Subject:Nuke<br/><br/>The Fascist Americans have attempted to destroy German forces in France, and killed many Communist Indians. We request to buy 5 nuclear bombs from you. We will not use them against you unless if you use them against us. Good day, men.<br/><br/>Yours truly,<br/>Konrad Adenauer<br/>Chancellor of Germany</div></div></div>"
13864,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909&start=100,2014-12-20T16:26:00,Atlas Security,INVALID POST
13865,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909&start=100,2014-12-20T16:32:00,Atlas Security,"To the PRC, Italy, Britain, France, Canada, USSR, India:<br/><br/>Germany wishes to create the Anti-Fascist Alliance(AFA) to fight the American Gov't, self proclaimed socialists that are really Fascists. We all have different views, but it is obvious that the American Fascists are against us all. They are an affront to socialism and democracy.<br/><br/>From: Germany"
13866,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909&start=100,2014-12-20T16:35:00,Abrahammia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Atlas Security <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22860771#p22860771"">wrote</a>:</cite>German engineers at a secure facility inspected every inch of the defused American nuke. They figured out how to make a nuclear bomb. Testing would begin soon. The UASR would suffer.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: Forgive me for saying this, but I do not think that would work. Could allied nations during WWII create their own V1's from duds? No, they could not. I believe the same rules should apply here. I don't know, maybe I'm just ignorant."
13867,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909&start=100,2014-12-20T16:40:00,Atlas Security,"<blockquote><div><cite>Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22860871#p22860871"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Atlas Security <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22860771#p22860771"">wrote</a>:</cite>German engineers at a secure facility inspected every inch of the defused American nuke. They figured out how to make a nuclear bomb. Testing would begin soon. The UASR would suffer.</div></blockquote></div></blockquote><br/>OOC: INVALID POST"
13868,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909&start=100,2014-12-20T16:45:00,Atlas Security,To Italy:<br/><br/>In light of recent world events we request a full military and economic alliance. Signing can take place in Rome.<br/><br/>From: Germany
13869,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909&start=100,2014-12-20T16:53:00,Abrahammia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Atlas Security <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22860912#p22860912"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22860871#p22860871"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: Forgive me for saying this, but I do not think that would work. Could allied nations during WWII create their own V1's from duds? No, they could not. I believe the same rules should apply here. I don't know, maybe I'm just ignorant.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: It was disarmed, not a dud. Plus, Germans are some of the world's best engineers.</div></blockquote><br/>Same rules should apply. Even when the allies captured V-1's, they could not replicate them (I think. I'm not exactly a history buff, but I found nothing of it on wikipedia)."
13870,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909&start=100,2014-12-20T16:54:00,Cabana,"<blockquote><div><cite>Atlas Security <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22860116#p22860116"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC Disclaimer: Read this before screaming, ""Godmod!""<br/><br/>Cabana(The USSR) gave me permission to partake in this operation, evidenced here:<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">The Federal Democratic Republic of Cabana<br/>2 hours ago<br/><br/>Yep, with Zhukov leading, the occupation of Romania will end. I hope to get him when he travels to Rome to sign an agreement with Italy for rebuilding.<br/><br/>You can make an IC post w/out me, you have my blessing.<br/><br/>In reply to...<br/><br/>ReplyMoveDelete</blockquote><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Operation Cocktail""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">The K(KSK) had their chance when Stalin and Molotov landed at the airport in Rome. K-C acted as NKVD operatives, and managed to go undetected. K-S teams moved to the airport entrance. When K-C fired the first shot, all hell would break loose. K-I was lagging behind the NKVD entorauge, and would cut off all avenues of escape. <br/><br/>The entourage made it to the airport entrance. K-I had cut off any escape avenues. Meanwhile, K-C was checking weaponry. K-S was Prepped and ready. <br/><br/>K-C operative <span style=""font-style: italic"">Eins</span> turned around, and fired at the NKVD at the back of the team. The K-C scurried to join the K-S or K-I. Meanwhile, K-I and -S had laid down heavy fire onto the entourage, who were sacrificing themselves for their leaders. <br/><br/>When only Stalin and Molotov were left, the many KSK operatives shot sleeping gas off after donning gas masks. They took the living Soviets and jammed them into a waiting GC1 outside of the airport, and flew to an obscure, highly and effectively guarded, underground torture prison.<br/><br/>From there, the KSK-C operatives went home, but K-S and -I had work left to do. The -C elements in Romania were being reinforced by fresh K-I and K-S troops, as well as the Italy operatives.</div></div></div><br/><br/>The Italy team took showers to remove the gas, then flew in a GCX(Stealth GC1) to Beria with the Fresh men. <br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Operation Bear""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">K-I immediately surrounded the prison, guarding the outside and ensuring no escape. K-C would free civilians while the Italy team -S moved to kill Beria. Meanwhile, the Fresh K-S team would cover -C.<br/><br/>Italy -S team fought their way into the prison, as a surprise present for them showed up in 5 GC1s. The team quickly found Beria in his quarters, guarded by skilled NKVD. A German sniper shot Beria, confirmed the kill, and then a GC1 blew it up. Beria's remains were tossed in the fire created by the explosion. They moved to join the Freshes.<br/><br/>All of K-S in Romania united at the middle of the prison, where they found C in trouble. The GC1s landed outside of the prison, and waited for pickup. <br/><br/>K-S moved through, slaughtering the stupid Soviets by the dozens, as K-C freed the rest of the prisoners. They ran outside, and bounded into the plane. Soviet SAM sites were demolished all the way through Romania, and then they waited for the Legionnaires to finish up in Romania.</div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/><br/>Zhukov was busy signing documents in his office when his secretary, Ms. Filipov, came in holding a phone.<br/><br/>""Marshal Zhukov, you have a call from some East German government officials, they want to talk to you about a party they are having and they'd like you to come."" She handed him the phone, he shooed her out of the room and answered the phone.<br/><br/>""Is the deed done?"" Zhukov asked the BND agent on the other end.<br/><br/>""Yes, the HVIs have been extracted and the HVT as well as the black site have been eliminated. In return, we request that you tear down the Wall and replace it with a DMZ."" The agent responded.<br/><br/>Zhukov gave the phone back to Filipov and told her to call all the members of the KGB, GRU, and the People's Commissariat for an important ""meeting"" and to call all the local liquor stores and brothels.<br/><br/>--<span style=""font-weight: bold"">SIX HOURS LATER</span>--<br/><br/>Ms. Filipov found the agents and commissars all drunkenly passed out with prostitutes ready to leave. She woke up Zhukov and asked him ""Let me guess, is Stalin gone?"" Zhukov smiled at her and said, ""We no longer have to fear him, Lenin, Trotsky, and Kamenev have been avenged."""
13871,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909&start=100,2014-12-20T17:00:00,Atlas Security,INVALID POST
13872,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909&start=100,2014-12-20T17:03:00,Atlas Security,"<blockquote><div><cite>Cabana <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22861032#p22861032"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Atlas Security <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22860116#p22860116"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC Disclaimer: Read this before screaming, ""Godmod!""<br/><br/>Cabana(The USSR) gave me permission to partake in this operation, evidenced here:<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">The Federal Democratic Republic of Cabana<br/>2 hours ago<br/><br/>Yep, with Zhukov leading, the occupation of Romania will end. I hope to get him when he travels to Rome to sign an agreement with Italy for rebuilding.<br/><br/>You can make an IC post w/out me, you have my blessing.<br/><br/>In reply to...<br/><br/>ReplyMoveDelete</blockquote><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Operation Cocktail""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">The K(KSK) had their chance when Stalin and Molotov landed at the airport in Rome. K-C acted as NKVD operatives, and managed to go undetected. K-S teams moved to the airport entrance. When K-C fired the first shot, all hell would break loose. K-I was lagging behind the NKVD entorauge, and would cut off all avenues of escape. <br/><br/>The entourage made it to the airport entrance. K-I had cut off any escape avenues. Meanwhile, K-C was checking weaponry. K-S was Prepped and ready. <br/><br/>K-C operative <span style=""font-style: italic"">Eins</span> turned around, and fired at the NKVD at the back of the team. The K-C scurried to join the K-S or K-I. Meanwhile, K-I and -S had laid down heavy fire onto the entourage, who were sacrificing themselves for their leaders. <br/><br/>When only Stalin and Molotov were left, the many KSK operatives shot sleeping gas off after donning gas masks. They took the living Soviets and jammed them into a waiting GC1 outside of the airport, and flew to an obscure, highly and effectively guarded, underground torture prison.<br/><br/>From there, the KSK-C operatives went home, but K-S and -I had work left to do. The -C elements in Romania were being reinforced by fresh K-I and K-S troops, as well as the Italy operatives.</div></div></div><br/><br/>The Italy team took showers to remove the gas, then flew in a GCX(Stealth GC1) to Beria with the Fresh men. <br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Operation Bear""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">K-I immediately surrounded the prison, guarding the outside and ensuring no escape. K-C would free civilians while the Italy team -S moved to kill Beria. Meanwhile, the Fresh K-S team would cover -C.<br/><br/>Italy -S team fought their way into the prison, as a surprise present for them showed up in 5 GC1s. The team quickly found Beria in his quarters, guarded by skilled NKVD. A German sniper shot Beria, confirmed the kill, and then a GC1 blew it up. Beria's remains were tossed in the fire created by the explosion. They moved to join the Freshes.<br/><br/>All of K-S in Romania united at the middle of the prison, where they found C in trouble. The GC1s landed outside of the prison, and waited for pickup. <br/><br/>K-S moved through, slaughtering the stupid Soviets by the dozens, as K-C freed the rest of the prisoners. They ran outside, and bounded into the plane. Soviet SAM sites were demolished all the way through Romania, and then they waited for the Legionnaires to finish up in Romania.</div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/><br/>Zhukov was busy signing documents in his office when his secretary, Ms. Filipov, came in holding a phone.<br/><br/>""Marshal Zhukov, you have a call from some East German government officials, they want to talk to you about a party they are having and they'd like you to come."" She handed him the phone, he shooed her out of the room and answered the phone.<br/><br/>""Is the deed done?"" Zhukov asked the BND agent on the other end.<br/><br/>""Yes, the HVIs have been extracted and the HVT as well as the black site have been eliminated. In return, we request that you tear down the Wall and replace it with a DMZ."" The agent responded.<br/><br/>Zhukov gave the phone back to Filipov and told her to call all the members of the KGB, GRU, and the People's Commissariat for an important ""meeting"" and to call all the local liquor stores and brothels.<br/><br/>--<span style=""font-weight: bold"">SIX HOURS LATER</span>--<br/><br/>Ms. Filipov found the agents and commissars all drunkenly passed out with prostitutes ready to leave. She woke up Zhukov and asked him ""Let me guess, is Stalin gone?"" Zhukov smiled at her and said, ""We no longer have to fear him, Lenin, Trotsky, and Kamenev have been avenged.""</div></blockquote><br/>Chancellor Adenauer called Zhukov, ""We need designs for a nuclear warhead."""
13873,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909&start=100,2014-12-20T17:18:00,Cabana,"<blockquote><div><cite>Atlas Security <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22861102#p22861102"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Cabana <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22861032#p22861032"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Zhukov was busy signing documents in his office when his secretary, Ms. Filipov, came in holding a phone.<br/><br/>""Marshal Zhukov, you have a call from some East German government officials, they want to talk to you about a party they are having and they'd like you to come."" She handed him the phone, he shooed her out of the room and answered the phone.<br/><br/>""Is the deed done?"" Zhukov asked the BND agent on the other end.<br/><br/>""Yes, the HVIs have been extracted and the HVT as well as the black site have been eliminated. In return, we request that you tear down the Wall and replace it with a DMZ."" The agent responded.<br/><br/>Zhukov gave the phone back to Filipov and told her to call all the members of the KGB, GRU, and the People's Commissariat for an important ""meeting"" and to call all the local liquor stores and brothels.<br/><br/>--<span style=""font-weight: bold"">SIX HOURS LATER</span>--<br/><br/>Ms. Filipov found the agents and commissars all drunkenly passed out with prostitutes ready to leave. She woke up Zhukov and asked him ""Let me guess, is Stalin gone?"" Zhukov smiled at her and said, ""We no longer have to fear him, Lenin, Trotsky, and Kamenev have been avenged.""</div></blockquote><br/>Chancellor Adenauer called Zhukov, ""We need designs for a nuclear warhead.""</div></blockquote><br/>Zhukov replied ""Funny, I discovered Stalin, Molotov and Beria were planning to build one as well. I can get a ship built that we can sail out near Novaya Zemlya to blow up if you want. We have plenty of uranium we can give you. Our scientists down in the province of Tselinoyarsk have been developing a device we call the ""Bol'shoye Ustroystvo"" or ""Great Device"". We can send you the blueprints whenever you want."""
13874,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909&start=100,2014-12-20T17:34:00,In Gentem Et De Libris Scientiam,"<blockquote><div><cite>Cabana <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22861221#p22861221"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Atlas Security <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22861102#p22861102"">wrote</a>:</cite>Chancellor Adenauer called Zhukov, ""We need designs for a nuclear warhead.""</div></blockquote><br/>Zhukov replied ""Funny, I discovered Stalin, Molotov and Beria were planning to build one as well. I can get a ship built that we can sail out near Novaya Zemlya to blow up if you want. We have plenty of uranium we can give you. Our scientists down in the province of Tselinoyarsk have been developing a device we call the ""Bol'shoye Ustroystvo"" or ""Great Device"". We can send you the blueprints whenever you want.""</div></blockquote><br/>India also needs the designs. We have uranium though, so we only need the plan."
13875,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909&start=100,2014-12-20T18:10:00,Atlas Security,"<blockquote><div><cite>Cabana <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22861221#p22861221"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Atlas Security <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22861102#p22861102"">wrote</a>:</cite>Chancellor Adenauer called Zhukov, ""We need designs for a nuclear warhead.""</div></blockquote><br/>Zhukov replied ""Funny, I discovered Stalin, Molotov and Beria were planning to build one as well. I can get a ship built that we can sail out near Novaya Zemlya to blow up if you want. We have plenty of uranium we can give you. Our scientists down in the province of Tselinoyarsk have been developing a device we call the ""Bol'shoye Ustroystvo"" or ""Great Device"". We can send you the blueprints whenever you want.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Adenauer asked, ""How much money will it take for enriched uranium and blueprints to be delivered to the engineers of West Germany?""<br/>He told his secretary to call Gandhi. She left a message saying, ""We would be willing to co-operate on building a nuke. Oh, how the American Government will suffer."""
13876,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909&start=100,2014-12-20T18:46:00,Soviet Chernarus,"<blockquote><div><cite>Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22860565#p22860565"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Soviet Chernarus <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22860438#p22860438"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Leonardo Da Vinci Airport<br/>Rome<br/>Italy</span><br/><br/>Operation Cocktail had spread chaos throughout the city of Rome; shortly after its completion, two dozen police cruisers surrounded the airport. Officers thoroughly searched the building, and all flights were suspended due to the incident. While everyone in the airport at the time seemed to be unharmed, Stalin and Molotov, the two Soviet leaders, have seemed to have been kidnapped. This has thrown the Italian government in an uproar, who blames Roman authorities and officials for this lapse in security. Official investigations have yet to start. <br/>---<br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Message to Germany""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Germany<br/>From: Italy<br/><br/>We will be more than happy to agree to a non-aggression pact and a trade agreement between our two nations. The Italian government, in order to sort out the details and terms of the pacts and agreements, would also like to request a meeting in Berlin, as a sign of our goodwill.</blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Message to China""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: China<br/>From: Italy<br/><br/>We bear the unfortunate news of having Soviet leaders Josef Stalin and Vladimir Molotov having been kidnapped after arriving in the airport of Rome. While investigations are still pending, the Italian government suspects the involvement of other foreign countries and even other Soviet officials in this embarassing incident, and Roman officials and authorities have been blamed for a lapse in security. Because of this crisis, the Leonardo Da Vinci Airport in Rome has been temporarily closed. We are more than happy to receive you in some other city, perhaps Milan or Venice, if you are still willing to go. This time we will not take any chances, and we guarantee top-notch security. A five block radius will be set up around the airports, and will be guarded by military soldiers. Only a select amount of people will be informed of your arrival in Italy, and there will be complete secrecy. <br/><br/>We understand if you do not wish to go, because of this incident on our hands. The Prime Minister of Italy would be more than glad to meet your leader in Peking.</blockquote></div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/>Mao Zedong's advisors advise Mao to not enter Italy at all, considering their war, but Mao negotiates with Italy instead. <br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>From: The People's Republic of China<br/>To: The Italian Republic<br/><br/>We understand the dangers of sending Mao Zedong into Rome, and so we shall have the meeting in Venice. In order to ensure the maximum security of the great and honorable Mao Zedong, Mao shall not only be defended by his elite guards in the meeting room, but have Chinese soldiers shall be sent to stand with the Italian guards around the building. 1,000 paratroopers shall be ready to ensure the safety of our nation's leaders.</div></blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Message to China""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: China<br/>From: Italy<br/><br/>Two hour prior to Mao Zedong's arrival, the Venice Marco Polo airport will be temporarily closed in order to ensure that no one gets in. The Italian Prime Minister will be waiting for him, where they will be escorted by both Chinese and Italian guards to a building with bullet proof glass and other precaution security measures. We thank you for your efforts in ensuring that the leaders of both nations will be as guarded well.</blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Message to Germany""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Germany<br/>From: Italy<br/><br/>While we accept the full military and economic alliance I am afraid we must turn down the invitation to join the Anti Fascist Alliance - we are currently focusing on recovery from the Second World War, and we are not ready to participate in an alliance that may drag us into more wars. We applogize for this but the Italian government believes that it is the right decision. <br/><br/>We would also like to bring up another issue that we are facing, regarding lapses in security in Rome. As we are sure you already know, judging from the newspapers, Soviet leaders Josef Stalin and Vladimir Molotov were recently kidnapped. We suspect foreign nations involvement in the affair, but a full investigation has yet to occur. The Leonardo Da Vinci Airport in Rome has been closed, and in order to avoid an embarassing incident as the one in Rome we will be more than glad to receive your delegates or representatives in some other city to sign this Italo-German Alliance. The meeting in Berlin between our leaders will be scheduled later</blockquote></div></div></div>"
13877,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909&start=100,2014-12-20T19:28:00,Atlas Security,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Message To Italy""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">From: The Federal Republic of Germany<br/>We understand your concerns about Roman security procedures. The meeting shall commence in Berlin.<br/>To: Italy</div></div></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Message to the USSR""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">From: The Federal Republic of Germany<br/>We request access to your nuke development plants in efforts to help build the nuclear bomb to fight the Fascists in America.<br/>To: The USSR</div></div></div>"
13878,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909&start=100,2014-12-20T19:33:00,Soviet Chernarus,"<blockquote><div><cite>Atlas Security <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22862179#p22862179"">wrote</a>:</cite><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Message To Italy""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">From: The Federal Republic of Germany<br/>We understand your concerns about Roman security procedures. The meeting shall commence in Berlin.<br/>To: Italy</div></div></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Message to the USSR""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">From: The Federal Republic of Germany<br/>We request access to your nuke development plants in efforts to help build the nuclear bomb to fight the Fascists in America.<br/>To: The USSR</div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Message to Germany""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Germany<br/>From: Italy<br/><br/>Very well then. In two weeks time, the Prime Minister of Italy will be transported in secret to Berlin, Germany, where we will be able to officially create the Italo-German Alliance. If you would like, we will send another message, with the carious terms of the alliance. We look forward to seeing the German leader in Berlin, and may this be etched into history as the moment where two great nations banded together against the evil forces of fascism and communism.</blockquote></div></div></div>"
13879,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909&start=100,2014-12-21T07:55:00,Tracian Empire,"<img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/9rAq2h1.jpg""/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">The Romanian Guard</span></span></span></span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Moscow, Kremlin</span></span></span><br/>A strange man approached the gates of Kremlin. The guards stopped him.<span style=""font-style: italic"">What are you doing here?</span>, asked the guards.<span style=""font-style: italic"">I am here to see comrade Zhukov.</span>, answered the strange man.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Comrade Zhukov is not here!</span>, said the guards.<span style=""font-style: italic"">That's not a problem</span>, said the man, showing the guards a KGB insignia and a document.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Of course sir! Sorry sir!</span>, said the guards;<span style=""font-style: italic"">You can enter!</span><span style=""font-style: italic"">Thank you boys!</span>, said the men entering the Kremlin.<span style=""font-style: italic"">It was so easy to fool them!</span>,murmured the man. After some time, he arrived in front of Zhukov's office. It was locked. He took a lockpick rom his pocket and after a few seconds he opened the door. He took a letter ffrom his other pocket and put it on the office.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Wait, I should write this too!</span>, thought the man. He took a pen from the office and wrote something, then, he sealed the letter and put it and the pen on the desk, and left the office. When he was closing the door, a soldier saw him and said:<span style=""font-style: italic"">Hey! What are you doing there?!</span>, while putting a had on the strange man's shoulder.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Nothing,</span>said the man, while stinging the soldier with a syringe, full of a strange green liquid,<span style=""font-style: italic"">Nothing...</span>. The soldier fell on the floor. While he was exiting the Kremlin, he turned around and gave the guards some money.<span style=""font-style: italic"">You are doing a very good job~! Keep it going!</span>. The guards said:<span style=""font-style: italic"">Thank you comrade colonel!</span>While he was walking away, his phone ringed.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Hi. The job is done. My cover was perfect. They don't suspect anything. I delivered the letter.</span>, said the man.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Good job. Return to the country.The King will be pleased. See you there</span>, said a voice.<span style=""font-style: italic"">See you there</span>, said the man smiling.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">The Letter:<br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/9rAq2h1.jpg""/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">From: Michael I of Hohenzollern-Sigmaringen, King of Romania. Location unknown<br/>To:Georgy Zhukov, Kremlin</span></span><br/><br/>Marshall Zhukov, we are deeply hurt by the loss of the General Secretary Stalin. We are pleased by the news that you will be chosen as the next General Secretary of the Communist Party of the Soviet Union. The ambassador of the German Federal Republic has told us, that you will take down the Beria- made Goverment of the Socialist Republic of Romania, and that you will negotiate the independence of Romania with some territorial losses with us. We are honoured by your mercy, and we hope that the negotiations will begin soon. This letter will be brought by a man of the Romanian Guard, one of our best. I hope that you won't be upset that he broke in the Kremlin<br/>With respect,<br/>Michael I <br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">P.S.: Marshall Zhukov, you should make the security of the Kremlin stronger, it was very easy to reach your office<br/>Yours friendly,<br/>Vlad Alexandrescu, lieutenant in the Romanian Guard</span></div></div></div>"
13880,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909&start=100,2014-12-21T08:54:00,Cabana,"<hr/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/9/94/Kingdom_of_Romania_-_Medium_CoA.svg/230px-Kingdom_of_Romania_-_Medium_CoA.svg.png""/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/0/02/PCUS_Emblema.svg/200px-PCUS_Emblema.svg.png""/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/6/64/Coat_of_arms_of_the_Soviet_Union_1946-1956.svg/234px-Coat_of_arms_of_the_Soviet_Union_1946-1956.svg.png""/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Parties involved in this message: Romanian monarchy in exile, Soviet Union/People's Commissariat </span><br/><span style=""font-size: 85%; line-height: 116%;"">To: Michael I| From: Marshal Georgy Zhukov| Subject: Pulling out of Romania| Security: Low| Urgency: Medium</span></div><br/><br/>It's good speaking to you. You didn't really have to break in though and I'll take your concerns about Kremlin security into consideration next time. So what I'm proposing is that you can come back and set up a unitary parliamentary constitutional monarchy. We will pay reparations to family members killed in the genocide and offer to rebuild. We will make an offer at the UN Summit this year to request a mission in your nation to help with stability.<br/><br/>Sincerely,<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Marshal Georgy Zhukov</span></blockquote>"
13881,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909&start=100,2014-12-21T09:18:00,In Gentem Et De Libris Scientiam,"India receives the plans for making nukes.<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>To Great Germany,<br/>May we have the plans for your v-2 missiles?<br/>We think if we could modify the nukes to go into a missile like that.....<br/>Send us your reply!</div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>To China,<br/>If you will or will not join the AFA, because of cost and trying to rebuild your country, could you at least let us use your centrifuges to create nuclear grade uranium?<br/>It will be used to destroy those fascist pigs in america.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>To Great Russia/Germany,<br/>Will we draft a plan to invade that sty that is america? We also need to deal with the american soldiers in france</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">India</span><br/><br/>We shall have to send more troops, planes, and tanks to reinforce your dwindled number of troops in France (OOC: you really thought i would put all my soldiers in one city? Idiot). We shall send 40,000 to reinforce the 20,000 still there, but the natives will help to fight the fascist americans.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">France</span><br/><br/>The troops have been finding that the french people are now being more accommodating and willing to fight the americans than it was before they nuked france. The 20,000 troops where allowed to use the trains and people would give up their seats for the indians, and the native french people near where the americans where started attacking the troops, and so have the french army. One officer reports that the division of political ideology has stopped in their desire and will to destroy the americans."
13882,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909&start=100,2014-12-21T10:03:00,Tracian Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Cabana <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22867045#p22867045"">wrote</a>:</cite><hr/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center"">(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/9/94/Kingdom_of_Romania_-_Medium_CoA.svg/230px-Kingdom_of_Romania_-_Medium_CoA.svg.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/0/02/PCUS_Emblema.svg/200px-PCUS_Emblema.svg.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/6/64/Coat_of_arms_of_the_Soviet_Union_1946-1956.svg/234px-Coat_of_arms_of_the_Soviet_Union_1946-1956.svg.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Parties involved in this message: Romanian monarchy in exile, Soviet Union/People's Commissariat </span><br/><span style=""font-size: 85%; line-height: 116%;"">To: Michael I| From: Marshal Georgy Zhukov| Subject: Pulling out of Romania| Security: Low| Urgency: Medium</span></div><br/><br/>It's good speaking to you. You didn't really have to break in though and I'll take your concerns about Kremlin security into consideration next time. So what I'm proposing is that you can come back and set up a unitary parliamentary constitutional monarchy. We will pay reparations to family members killed in the genocide and offer to rebuild. We will make an offer at the UN Summit this year to request a mission in your nation to help with stability.<br/><br/>Sincerely,<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Marshal Georgy Zhukov</span></blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/7GEO4qj.png""/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">From: Michael I<br/>To: Marshall Georgy Zhukov</span><br/>We are agree to your peace offer, and we are happy that between the Soviet and the Romanian people there will be peace. We have only two more requests:<br/>1 Please retreat the Soviet troops from Romania<br/>2We humbly ask you to surrender us the members of the PCR. Most of them, including Dej, are accused of genocide, war crimes, and many more, and we would like to punish them. They will have a fair trial though.<br/>I am sorry that my soldier had to break in the Kremlin, but that letter needed to arrive in your hands only<br/>Signed,<br/>Michael I</blockquote>"
13883,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909&start=100,2014-12-21T10:32:00,Of The Rnclave,"<blockquote><div><cite>In Gentem Et De Libris Scientiam <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22867156#p22867156"">wrote</a>:</cite>India receives the plans for making nukes.<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>To Great Germany,<br/>May we have the plans for your v-2 missiles?<br/>We think if we could modify the nukes to go into a missile like that.....<br/>Send us your reply!</div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>To China,<br/>If you will or will not join the AFA, because of cost and trying to rebuild your country, could you at least let us use your centrifuges to create nuclear grade uranium?<br/>It will be used to destroy those fascist pigs in america.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>To Great Russia/Germany,<br/>Will we draft a plan to invade that sty that is america? We also need to deal with the american soldiers in france</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">India</span><br/><br/>We shall have to send more troops, planes, and tanks to reinforce your dwindled number of troops in France (OOC: you really thought i would put all my soldiers in one city? Idiot). We shall send 40,000 to reinforce the 20,000 still there, but the natives will help to fight the fascist americans.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">France</span><br/><br/>The troops have been finding that the french people are now being more accommodating and willing to fight the americans than it was before they nuked france. The 20,000 troops where allowed to use the trains and people would give up their seats for the indians, and the native french people near where the americans where started attacking the troops, and so have the french army. One officer reports that the division of political ideology has stopped in their desire and will to destroy the americans.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC- You realize you can't decide what another characters people feel? Frace is Harckback, and he will decide how his people feel, you can't make that'd decision idiot, also especially after<span style=""font-weight: bold"">just</span>getting their independence India doesn't have the ability to support operations that far from their nation,and also you'd have next to know navy idiot, know what your doing"
13884,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909&start=100,2014-12-21T10:37:00,In Gentem Et De Libris Scientiam,"<blockquote><div><cite>Of The Rnclave <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22867772#p22867772"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC- You realize you can't decide what another characters people feel? Frace is Harckback, and he will decide how his people feel, you can't make that'd decision idiot, also especially after <span style=""font-weight: bold"">just</span> getting their independence India doesn't have the ability to support operations that far from their nation,and also you'd have next to know navy idiot, know what your doing</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC: You NUKED them, any country would be pissed. I never said i was using a navy.... idiot"
13885,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909&start=100,2014-12-21T10:40:00,Of The Rnclave,"<blockquote><div><cite>In Gentem Et De Libris Scientiam <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22867842#p22867842"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Of The Rnclave <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22867772#p22867772"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC- You realize you can't decide what another characters people feel? Frace is Harckback, and he will decide how his people feel, you can't make that'd decision idiot, also especially after <span style=""font-weight: bold"">just</span> getting their independence India doesn't have the ability to support operations that far from their nation,and also you'd have next to know navy idiot, know what your doing</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC: You NUKED them, any country would be pissed. I never said i was using a navy.... idiot</div></blockquote><br/><br/>No fucking plane can fly that far in this day you idiot, few planes can fly that far today, secondly I don't care what I did, you can't control another nations people, when Harckback got on he would decide, have you ever done this before? Because very fucking move you made has been stupid as hell, learn what your doing, you don't take in to account logistics and other things"
13886,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909&start=100,2014-12-21T10:44:00,In Gentem Et De Libris Scientiam,"<blockquote><div><cite>Of The Rnclave <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22867875#p22867875"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>In Gentem Et De Libris Scientiam <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22867842#p22867842"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>OOC: You NUKED them, any country would be pissed. I never said i was using a navy.... idiot</div></blockquote><br/><br/>No fucking plane can fly that farm secondly I don't care what I did, you can't control another nations people, when Harckback got on he would decide, have you ever done this before? Because very ducking move you made has been stupid as hell, learn what your doing</div></blockquote><br/>Who said i used planes?<br/>What would you do if you got nuked?<br/>what would any country do if they got nuked?"
13887,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909&start=100,2014-12-21T10:46:00,Of The Rnclave,"<blockquote><div><cite>In Gentem Et De Libris Scientiam <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22867909#p22867909"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Of The Rnclave <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22867875#p22867875"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>No fucking plane can fly that farm secondly I don't care what I did, you can't control another nations people, when Harckback got on he would decide, have you ever done this before? Because very ducking move you made has been stupid as hell, learn what your doing</div></blockquote><br/>Who said i used planes?<br/>What would you do if you got nuked?<br/>what would any country do if they got nuked?</div></blockquote><br/><br/>What did you do then? Fucking march from India! That would take months, years maybe! AND I DONT CARE! HARCKBACK DECIDES WHAT HIS PEOPLE THINK! God damn"
13888,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909&start=100,2014-12-21T11:00:00,Cabana,"<blockquote><div><cite>Tracian Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22867490#p22867490"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Cabana <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22867045#p22867045"">wrote</a>:</cite><hr/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center"">(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/9/94/Kingdom_of_Romania_-_Medium_CoA.svg/230px-Kingdom_of_Romania_-_Medium_CoA.svg.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/0/02/PCUS_Emblema.svg/200px-PCUS_Emblema.svg.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/6/64/Coat_of_arms_of_the_Soviet_Union_1946-1956.svg/234px-Coat_of_arms_of_the_Soviet_Union_1946-1956.svg.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Parties involved in this message: Romanian monarchy in exile, Soviet Union/People's Commissariat </span><br/><span style=""font-size: 85%; line-height: 116%;"">To: Michael I| From: Marshal Georgy Zhukov| Subject: Pulling out of Romania| Security: Low| Urgency: Medium</span></div><br/><br/>It's good speaking to you. You didn't really have to break in though and I'll take your concerns about Kremlin security into consideration next time. So what I'm proposing is that you can come back and set up a unitary parliamentary constitutional monarchy. We will pay reparations to family members killed in the genocide and offer to rebuild. We will make an offer at the UN Summit this year to request a mission in your nation to help with stability.<br/><br/>Sincerely,<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Marshal Georgy Zhukov</span></blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/7GEO4qj.png""/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">From: Michael I<br/>To: Marshall Georgy Zhukov</span><br/>We are agree to your peace offer, and we are happy that between the Soviet and the Romanian people there will be peace. We have only two more requests:<br/>1 Please retreat the Soviet troops from Romania<br/>2We humbly ask you to surrender us the members of the PCR. Most of them, including Dej, are accused of genocide, war crimes, and many more, and we would like to punish them. They will have a fair trial though.<br/>I am sorry that my soldier had to break in the Kremlin, but that letter needed to arrive in your hands only<br/>Signed,<br/>Michael I</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/><hr/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center"">(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/9/94/Kingdom_of_Romania_-_Medium_CoA.svg/230px-Kingdom_of_Romania_-_Medium_CoA.svg.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/0/02/PCUS_Emblema.svg/200px-PCUS_Emblema.svg.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/6/64/Coat_of_arms_of_the_Soviet_Union_1946-1956.svg/234px-Coat_of_arms_of_the_Soviet_Union_1946-1956.svg.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Parties involved in this message: Romanian monarchy in exile, Soviet Union/People's Commissariat </span><br/><span style=""font-size: 85%; line-height: 116%;"">To: Michael I| From: Marshal Georgy Zhukov| Subject: Final Requests| Security: Low| Urgency: Low</span></div><br/><br/>The Pact will pull out of Romania soon, we will do our best with the newly created intelligence agencies (KGB and GRU) to find PCR members.<br/><br/>Sincerely,<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Marshal Georgy Zhukov</span></blockquote>"
13889,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909&start=125,2014-12-21T11:58:00,Atlas Security,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Message to Italy""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">That can be arranged. We shall speak in two weeks.</div></div></div><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Message to India""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">But of course. THE Republic will do anything to kill the Fascist scum.</div></div></div>"
13890,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909&start=125,2014-12-21T12:15:00,Abrahammia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Soviet Chernarus <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22861816#p22861816"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22860565#p22860565"">wrote</a>:</cite>Mao Zedong's advisors advise Mao to not enter Italy at all, considering their war, but Mao negotiates with Italy instead. <br/><br/></div></blockquote><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Message to China""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: China<br/>From: Italy<br/><br/>Two hour prior to Mao Zedong's arrival, the Venice Marco Polo airport will be temporarily closed in order to ensure that no one gets in. The Italian Prime Minister will be waiting for him, where they will be escorted by both Chinese and Italian guards to a building with bullet proof glass and other precaution security measures. We thank you for your efforts in ensuring that the leaders of both nations will be as guarded well.</blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Message to Germany""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Germany<br/>From: Italy<br/><br/>While we accept the full military and economic alliance I am afraid we must turn down the invitation to join the Anti Fascist Alliance - we are currently focusing on recovery from the Second World War, and we are not ready to participate in an alliance that may drag us into more wars. We applogize for this but the Italian government believes that it is the right decision. <br/><br/>We would also like to bring up another issue that we are facing, regarding lapses in security in Rome. As we are sure you already know, judging from the newspapers, Soviet leaders Josef Stalin and Vladimir Molotov were recently kidnapped. We suspect foreign nations involvement in the affair, but a full investigation has yet to occur. The Leonardo Da Vinci Airport in Rome has been closed, and in order to avoid an embarassing incident as the one in Rome we will be more than glad to receive your delegates or representatives in some other city to sign this Italo-German Alliance. The meeting in Berlin between our leaders will be scheduled later</blockquote></div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>To: Italian Republic<br/>From: The People's Republic of China<br/>Message of confirmation<br/><br/>This message is sent to confirm the arrival of Mao Zedong to Venice, Italy, 1 day after the arrival of your ambassador arrives in Peking. Please have adequate preparations ready, including a highly decorated place for the meeting to take place, a speech for what you plan to say to his majesty, and a gift of some kind to show your gratitude.</div></blockquote>"
13891,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909&start=125,2014-12-21T12:22:00,Atlas Security,"The German people were in a frenzy after hearing that their soldiers were nuked. They protested in the streets, declaring ""WAR ON AMERICA! WAR ON AMERICA!""<br/><br/>President Heuß spoke to them, telling them that the Americans would suffer. He did not mention that the Germans had preliminary nukes and were going to test it soon.<br/><br/>The Schmidts had managed to clear out the Communists at the Garage with the NPA TEams, and returned home."
13892,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909&start=125,2014-12-21T12:33:00,Of The Rnclave,"<blockquote><div><cite>Atlas Security <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22868980#p22868980"">wrote</a>:</cite>The German people were in a frenzy after hearing that their soldiers were nearly nuked. They protested in the streets, declaring ""WAR ON AMERICA! WAR ON AMERICA!"" <br/><br/>President Heuß spoke to them, telling them that the Americans would suffer. He did not mention that the Germans had preliminary nukes and were going to test it soon.<br/><br/>The Schmidts had managed to clear out the Communists at the Garage with the NPA TEams, and returned home.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>BULLSHIT! GERMANY HAS NO NUKES! THE OP SAID ONLY AMERICA AND THE USSR HAVE THEM, ALSO, IN A WAR? You'd get your as whooped, Germany hand no navy and a small Defense Force, good luck"
13893,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909&start=125,2014-12-21T13:25:00,In Gentem Et De Libris Scientiam,"<blockquote class=""uncited""><div>To Russia,<br/>America has committed atrocities and so would you stop supplying them with oil?<br/>Also supplying military grade uranium to India and Germany would be very, very useful...<br/>We would also like to ask to use your ships to transport troops.<br/>In your debt, <br/>India</div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>To Philipines,<br/>We would like you to produce centrifuges for us, as well as ships (cargo, and military), to fight america. May we take your offer of a military base up?</div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>To Non-russia/america oil producing countries,<br/>would you stop supplying america with oil because of their atrocities and sanctions.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>To China,<br/>We would like to use your centrifuges, and if we could use your military ships, and cargo ships for war, we would be in your debt.</div></blockquote>"
13894,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909&start=125,2014-12-21T13:33:00,Atlas Security,"<blockquote><div><cite>Of The Rnclave <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22869133#p22869133"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Atlas Security <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22868980#p22868980"">wrote</a>:</cite>The German people were in a frenzy after hearing that their soldiers were nearly nuked. They protested in the streets, declaring ""WAR ON AMERICA! WAR ON AMERICA!"" <br/><br/>President Heuß spoke to them, telling them that the Americans would suffer. He did not mention that the Germans had preliminary nukes and were going to test it soon.<br/><br/>The Schmidts had managed to clear out the Communists at the Garage with the NPA TEams, and returned home.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>BULLSHIT! GERMANY HAS NO NUKES! THE OP SAID ONLY AMERICA AND THE USSR HAVE THEM, ALSO, IN A WAR? You'd get your as whooped, Germany hand no navy and a small Defense Force, good luck</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: They began building one off of Russian blueprints. Plus, who are you to decide my military, godmodder?"
13895,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909&start=125,2014-12-21T13:35:00,In Gentem Et De Libris Scientiam,try to make v-2 NUKES instead of normal bombs. 'K?
13896,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909&start=125,2014-12-21T13:36:00,Atlas Security,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Message to India and Italy""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">We wish to create a 3 way pact for military and economics, called Genesis. The meeting would be at the time of the Italian-German alliance signing.</div></div></div>"
13897,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909&start=125,2014-12-21T13:39:00,Of The Rnclave,"<blockquote><div><cite>Atlas Security <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22869701#p22869701"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Of The Rnclave <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22869133#p22869133"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>BULLSHIT! GERMANY HAS NO NUKES! THE OP SAID ONLY AMERICA AND THE USSR HAVE THEM, ALSO, IN A WAR? You'd get your as whooped, Germany hand no navy and a small Defense Force, good luck</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: They began building one off of Russian blueprints and the Defused American nuke. Plus, who are you to decide my military, godmodder?</div></blockquote><br/><br/>I'm not god modding that's fucking real life! You just lost a war, Germany by treaty is only allowed a small navy and a defense force, learn history"
13898,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909&start=125,2014-12-21T13:42:00,Atlas Security,"The German engineers peered at their nuke design. ""Pfft. The V2s we designed are 100s times better than this,"" one engineer said.<br/><br/>Another butted in, ""Maybe we make a V-2 nuke. We replace some of the conventional explosives with the atom splitter-""<br/><br/>""We have the V-3 now. It is packed on the sides with conventional explosives, and we have space on the inside for a atom-splitter, more explosives, or a chemical weapon,"" a third man said,<br/><br/>The men all started talking, and drew up blueprints. The VN-3 was the outcome.<br/><br/>They worked day and night, using limited material, but built a preliminary design without a real atom splitter or explosives. The responses were much more positive. It seemed that Germany was entering the nuclear arms business.<br/><br/>OOC: Rnclave, Germany has the resources and intelligence to make a nuke. Stop whining. Treaty? Treaty?! If a nations existence is threatened, screw a treaty!"
13899,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909&start=125,2014-12-21T14:05:00,Atlas Security,"The engineers, busy on perfecting their model of the VN-3, had an ingenious idea. The could split a hydrogen atom, place a chemical weapon in, and still have room left over for conventional explosives. When this model was put together, the Super V3 became the focus of the group. Meanwhile, they got other groups to work on splitting multiple atoms, adding larger chemical weapons, adding more explosives and trying toimprove the weapon to make a V4.<br/><br/>Konrad Adenauer was under extreme pressure to declare war. But he needed allies. The Americans were hostile fools who decieved their own people, worse than the Soviets. He wished the British and French could join him, but damn, they were tied up. He sighed."
13900,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909&start=125,2014-12-21T17:45:00,In Gentem Et De Libris Scientiam,"""Hello, Konrad!""<br/><br/>""Who is this?""<br/><br/>""India""<br/><br/>"".....""<br/><br/>""How the v weapons going? We would love to make a pact. We are trying to be more diplomatic with other countries, and this would be great!""<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Of The Rnclave <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22869782#p22869782"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><br/>I'm not god modding that's fucking real life! You just lost a war, Germany by treaty is only allowed a small navy and a defense force, learn history</div></blockquote><br/><br/>When we realized how bad you where, we let em have it."
13901,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909&start=125,2014-12-21T19:05:00,Abrahammia,"Mao Zedong creates another speech to his people.<br/><br/>""People of China! There is chaos occurring overseas. Atomic weapons are being used, massive casualties are occurring on all fronts. I will not allow us to fight and die in this most terrible war. For our safety, we will march down the middle road. We will not become a strict communist nation like some of our allies, and we will not become a strict democratic nation, like our other allies. We are a reformed communist nation. We have legalized capitalist enterprise, yet we still have many communist ideologies. We refuse to take sides in the horrific war occurring in the west. While we must maintain a powerful military for our security, we will not focus solely on the arms race or to build a monstrous military. Instead, we shall make progress! We shall work to improve standards of living and the 4 modernizations: agriculture, industry, science and technology. We will not join either side in battle unless we absolutely have to. We will set an example of how all nations should act. People of China! Ask not what your country can do for you, but what you can do for your country!"""
13902,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909&start=125,2014-12-21T19:10:00,Of The Rnclave,"<blockquote><div><cite>In Gentem Et De Libris Scientiam <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22872669#p22872669"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Hello, Konrad!""<br/><br/>""Who is this?""<br/><br/>""India""<br/><br/>"".....""<br/><br/>""How the v weapons going? We would love to make a pact. We are trying to be more diplomatic with other countries, and this would be great!""<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Of The Rnclave <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22869782#p22869782"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><br/>I'm not god modding that's fucking real life! You just lost a war, Germany by treaty is only allowed a small navy and a defense force, learn history</div></blockquote><br/><br/>When we realized how bad you where, we let em have it.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>I didn't know colonies got to decide things? Wiat they don't? So shut the fuck up"
13903,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909&start=125,2014-12-21T19:52:00,In Gentem Et De Libris Scientiam,"<blockquote><div><cite>Of The Rnclave <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22873537#p22873537"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>In Gentem Et De Libris Scientiam <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22872669#p22872669"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Hello, Konrad!""<br/><br/>""Who is this?""<br/><br/>""India""<br/><br/>"".....""<br/><br/>""How the v weapons going? We would love to make a pact. We are trying to be more diplomatic with other countries, and this would be great!""<br/><br/><br/><br/>When we realized how bad you where, we let em have it.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>I didn't know colonies got to decide things? Wiat they don't? So shut the fuck up</div></blockquote><br/><br/>then why are you deciding things?"
13904,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909&start=125,2014-12-21T20:19:00,Of The Rnclave,"<blockquote><div><cite>In Gentem Et De Libris Scientiam <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22874081#p22874081"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Of The Rnclave <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22873537#p22873537"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>I didn't know colonies got to decide things? Wiat they don't? So shut the fuck up</div></blockquote><br/><br/>then why are you deciding things?</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Because America won the war for Europe, without the USA's supplies or entry, Europe would be speaking German you ungrateful fuck"
13905,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909&start=125,2014-12-21T20:35:00,In Gentem Et De Libris Scientiam,"<blockquote><div><cite>Of The Rnclave <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22874313#p22874313"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>In Gentem Et De Libris Scientiam <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22874081#p22874081"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>then why are you deciding things?</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Because America won the war for Europe, without the USA's supplies or entry, Europe would be speaking German you ungrateful fuck</div></blockquote><br/>What ever,<span style=""font-style: italic"">Colony</span>.<br/>And no i would not be speaking german.<br/>I like the germans, anyway."
13906,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909&start=125,2014-12-21T20:43:00,Atlas Security,"[quote=""In Gentem Et De Libris Scientiam"";p=""22872669""]""Hello, Konrad!""<br/><br/>""Who is this?""<br/><br/>""India""<br/><br/>""Hello Mahatma!""<br/><br/>""How the v weapons going? We would love to make a pact. We are trying to be more diplomatic with other countries, and this would be great!""<br/><br/>""You have received an invitation to the Genesis Pact in the mail. IT must have been lost by our couriers. The V Weapons project is going great! Your nuclear endeavors? You know, if you'd like, you can send scientists to help!"""
13907,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909&start=125,2014-12-21T20:46:00,In Gentem Et De Libris Scientiam,"<blockquote><div><cite>Atlas Security <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22874559#p22874559"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>In Gentem Et De Libris Scientiam <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22872669#p22872669"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Hello, Konrad!""<br/><br/>""Who is this?""<br/><br/>""India""<br/><br/>""Hello Mahatma!""<br/><br/>""How the v weapons going? We would love to make a pact. We are trying to be more diplomatic with other countries, and this would be great!""<br/><br/>""You have received an invitation to the Genesis Pact in the mail. IT must have been lost by our couriers. The V Weapons project is going great! Your nuclear endeavors? You know, if you'd like, you can send scientists to help!""</div></blockquote></div></blockquote><br/>Would be appreciated, and the centrifuges are running smoothly."
13908,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909&start=125,2014-12-21T20:49:00,Atlas Security,"The most loyal and advanced company in Germany, who used their engineers to discover the V3 line of missiles, got the grant to build a test Super V3 rocket. It would be tested over American forces in France.<br/><br/>The engineers supervised the project, taking and answering questions as they composed the most important parts. The Super V3 would satisfy the German people, and tell America to !@#$ off."
13909,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909&start=125,2014-12-21T20:52:00,Atlas Security,"<blockquote><div><cite>In Gentem Et De Libris Scientiam <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22874591#p22874591"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Atlas Security <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22874559#p22874559"">wrote</a>:</cite></div></blockquote><br/>Would be appreciated, and the centrifuges are running smoothly.</div></blockquote><br/>""Would you like to develop weapons in co-operation with each other?"""
13910,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909&start=125,2014-12-22T03:07:00,Sociomarketist Yugoslavia,Wait who is at war and who used nukes?
13911,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909&start=125,2014-12-22T04:14:00,Arvenia,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Denmark<br/>From: Sweden<br/>Dear King of Denmark, our borders are not enough. But, whatever, can we have a trade agreement or a diplomatic relation? What do you think?<br/><br/>Sincerly, King Gustav VI Adolf of Sweden</blockquote>"
13912,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909&start=125,2014-12-22T09:49:00,In Gentem Et De Libris Scientiam,"<blockquote><div><cite>Atlas Security <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22874655#p22874655"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>In Gentem Et De Libris Scientiam <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22874591#p22874591"">wrote</a>:</cite>Would be appreciated, and the centrifuges are running smoothly.</div></blockquote><br/>""Would you like to develop weapons in co-operation with each other?""</div></blockquote><br/>yes"
13913,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909&start=125,2014-12-22T11:41:00,Tracian Empire,"<img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/7GEO4qj.png""/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">Romania</span></span></span><br/>The Soviet troops left the country. As they were leaving, the happy population put the deserted garrisons on fire, while waving Romanian flags.<br/>The Communists struggled to keep the power. Next day, the crownd gathered in Bucharest, in front of the Parliament Building. Gheorghe Gheorgiu Dej, the General Secretary of the Romanian Communist Party was holding a speech, from the balcony.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Comrades, we are sad of course, that our Soviet allies left us. After a long debate, the CC of the PCR decided not to allow democratic elections, because Romania needs to progress on the path of socialism. So,..</span><br/>People in the crowd begun to wave Romanian flags with holes in the middle.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Libertate, libertate!</span>, all shouted. The police tried to mantain the crowd under control. Somebody shouted:<span style=""font-style: italic"">Down with the communists! Long live the king!</span>Somebody else shouted:<span style=""font-style: italic"">Justice! Brotehrhood!</span>. A strange group of soldiers entered the square. They had the black aquila on their uniforms.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Catch Stalin's Apostles alive! Liberty!</span>. Then the madness begun. The crowd went wild. They stormed the parliaments building. Dej and his companions were arrested, and the police sided with the crowd. A group of people took the flag of the SRR and of the PCR down, and put two other flags instead, the one with a hole in it, and the old revolutionary flag.<br/>After two days, the first free elections since WW2 took place. The monarchists won the elections with 93% of the votes. King Michael I arrived in Bucharest, and want's to hold a speech the next day.<br/><br/>Legend:<br/>Gheorghe- Gheorghiu Dej - communist leader, first communist dictator of Romania<br/>the CC - the Central Committee<br/>PCR- Partidul Comunist Roman- Romanian Communist Party<br/>Libertate - Freedom<br/>the Black Aquila: the emblem of the Romanian Resistance<br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/9rAq2h1.jpg""/></div></div></div><br/>the SRR- the Socialist Republic of Romania<br/>The flag with a hole in it: during the 1989 Romanian Revolution, the protesters cut the emblem of the SRR from the flag (<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/dNSm1tA.png""/></div></div></div>It became a symbol of the revolution.<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/8Tq7zGA.png""/></div></div></div><br/>the Old Revolutionary flag: the flag of the 1848 Romanian Revolution<br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/SBAeBIq.gif""/></div></div></div>"
13914,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909&start=150,2014-12-22T13:56:00,Soviet Chernarus,"OOC: Sorry for the awfully short post, just want to get one up<br/><br/>The ambassador and his embassy staff have arrived in Beijing. They are greeted by Chinese officials. While construction of the embassy has already begun by construction workers, it is not yet finished.<br/>---<br/>Storace has flown to Venice onboard a private plane. He has already begun preparing for Mao Zedong's arrival, ordering cooks to make a feast for the two leaders."
13915,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909&start=150,2014-12-22T19:00:00,Abrahammia,"Mao Zedong gives them a traditional welcoming speech in Chinese. The ambassadors then enter the palace and drink tea with Mao Zedong, one of the highest honors there is. Mao asks the ambassadors ""What is it that your nation seeks, and how can China be of assistance to those goals?"""
13916,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909&start=150,2014-12-24T10:34:00,In Gentem Et De Libris Scientiam,"Gandhi calls west Germany.<br/><br/>""I think we should try to negotiate with america over what they have done, while we are building up our weapons for war. We many not need them.""<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>To America,<br/>We would like to pursue a diplomatic answer to the problems we have been facing at these times. We will try to talk between our countries, and also with the UN.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>To The UN,<br/>India feels that we should try to solve the problems between america and various other countries with peace. We also feel that the security council should talk about it, without America as america is being accused.<br/></div></blockquote>"
13917,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909&start=150,2014-12-25T12:18:00,Republika Srpska Party,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/7/71/Flag_of_SFR_Yugoslavia.svg/600px-Flag_of_SFR_Yugoslavia.svg.png""/></div><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">""БРАТСВО И ЈЕДИНСТВО!""</span></span></span></div><br/><br/>OOC: Sorry, I was sick and busy with school, plus busy in other RPs. I miss'd out loads of stuff.<br/><br/>Marshal Josip Broz Tito stated that he wanted an official neutral Communist Yugoslavia, but the Socialist Government was totally against neutrality, since another war started and like in every war, there are sides. ""There is no war, when there are no sides."" said Josip Broz Tito, ""We finally have to choose a side. In WWII, we fought on the side of the Allies, and now in this war, we will fight on the side of the Communists! The World's Poletariat, against the World's Democrats!"". If Yugoslavia gets totally affected by war, there will be a need of extra Military boost-up and recruiting. Military propaganda posters are put on the walls of every building in Belgrade, Banja Luka, Sarajevo, Dalmacija, Titograd, etc. with them saying ""Your Fatherland needs you! Enlist the Yugoslav People's Army today!"". And the rebellion in Romania will probably break the Balkan Union pact between Yugoslavia and the Communist Romanian Government, but Yugoslavia stays neutral in the Romanian Civil War."
13918,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909&start=150,2014-12-25T14:55:00,Tracian Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Republika Srpska Party <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22913109#p22913109"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center"">(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/7/71/Flag_of_SFR_Yugoslavia.svg/600px-Flag_of_SFR_Yugoslavia.svg.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">""БРАТСВО И ЈЕДИНСТВО!""</span></span></span></div><br/><br/>OOC: Sorry, I was sick and busy with school, plus busy in other RPs. I miss'd out loads of stuff.<br/><br/>Marshal Josip Broz Tito stated that he wanted an official neutral Communist Yugoslavia, but the Socialist Government was totally against neutrality, since another war started and like in every war, there are sides. ""There is no war, when there are no sides."" said Josip Broz Tito, ""We finally have to choose a side. In WWII, we fought on the side of the Allies, and now in this war, we will fight on the side of the Communists! The World's Poletariat, against the World's Democrats!"". If Yugoslavia gets totally affected by war, there will be a need of extra Military boost-up and recruiting. Military propaganda posters are put on the walls of every building in Belgrade, Banja Luka, Sarajevo, Dalmacija, Titograd, etc. with them saying ""Your Fatherland needs you! Enlist the Yugoslav People's Army today!"". And the rebellion in Romania will probably break the Balkan Union pact between Yugoslavia and the Communist Romanian Government, but Yugoslavia stays neutral in the Romanian Civil War.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>The Romanian Civil War is over, thanks to Marshall Zhukov, and the withdrawal of the Soviet Army from Romania"
13919,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909&start=150,2014-12-25T20:33:00,Galactic Americans,"<blockquote><div><cite>In Gentem Et De Libris Scientiam <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22903144#p22903144"">wrote</a>:</cite>Gandhi calls west Germany.<br/><br/>""I think we should try to negotiate with america over what they have done, while we are building up our weapons for war. We many not need them.""<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>To America,<br/>We would like to pursue a diplomatic answer to the problems we have been facing at these times. We will try to talk between our countries, and also with the UN.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>To The UN,<br/>India feels that we should try to solve the problems between america and various other countries with peace. We also feel that the security council should talk about it, without America as america is being accused.<br/></div></blockquote></div></blockquote><br/>Konrad Adenauer sighed at his desk. The German people still protested the Americans in the street, and nobody was looking for peace. The army, navy, and air force, newly built up after America's aggression, all were ready to push through. He picked up the phone. ""Theodore, the Indians want to make peace with the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Amerikaner</span>. Come the hell in here.""<br/><br/>The forces in Sri Lanka began to show the people there that capitalism was the way forth. The government treated the Sri Lankan people with beautiful respect and humility.<br/><br/>The engineers working on the Super V3 had their prototype. If battle broke out with the Americans, they would suffer.<br/><br/>Heuß strode into the room. He sat down with Adenauer. ""The German people will destroy us if we make peace. The Indians and Americans are both damned Communists, same with the Sovs, even if they tried to deny it, or downplay their beliefs. We have a duty to our people to DESTROY the men who killed our brothers and sisters. The worker to the wealthy, all suffer under Communism. We will pursue relations with the Indians, and keep neutral with the Soviets, but America. Will. FALL!"" Heuß did not realize that a crowd was forming and cheering. Germans from every walks of life chanted, ""DOWN WITH COMMUNISM, DOWN WITH COMMUNISM!""<br/><br/>Konrad drafted a letter to Gandhi.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To Gandhi:<br/>The German people will not accept diplomatic relations with the Americans. Our forces are well equipped and ready, and we have the Super V3 ready. The Americans shall suffer. Please join us in the march to ensure that the worker is protected from these monsters. <br/>From: Adenauer</blockquote>"
13920,1950 Cold War RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323909&start=150,2014-12-25T20:35:00,Atlas Security,"<blockquote><div><cite>Galactic Americans <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22916125#p22916125"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>In Gentem Et De Libris Scientiam <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323909&amp;p=22903144#p22903144"">wrote</a>:</cite>Gandhi calls west Germany.<br/><br/>""I think we should try to negotiate with america over what they have done, while we are building up our weapons for war. We many not need them.""<br/><br/><br/><br/></div></blockquote><br/>Konrad Adenauer sighed at his desk. The German people still protested the Americans in the street, and nobody was looking for peace. The army, navy, and air force, newly built up after America's aggression, all were ready to push through. He picked up the phone. ""Theodore, the Indians want to make peace with the <span style=""font-style: italic"">Amerikaner</span>. Come the hell in here.""<br/><br/>The forces in Sri Lanka began to show the people there that capitalism was the way forth. The government treated the Sri Lankan people with beautiful respect and humility. <br/><br/>The engineers working on the Super V3 had their prototype. If battle broke out with the Americans, they would suffer.<br/><br/>Heuß strode into the room. He sat down with Adenauer. ""The German people will destroy us if we make peace. The Indians and Americans are both damned Communists, same with the Sovs, even if they tried to deny it, or downplay their beliefs. We have a duty to our people to DESTROY the men who killed our brothers and sisters. The worker to the wealthy, all suffer under Communism. We will pursue relations with the Indians, and keep neutral with the Soviets, but America. Will. FALL!"" Heuß did not realize the window was open, and that a crowd was forming and cheering. Germans from every walks of life chanted, ""DOWN WITH COMMUNISM, DOWN WITH COMMUNISM!"" <br/><br/>Konrad drafted a letter to Gandhi. <br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To Gandhi:<br/>The German people will not accept diplomatic relations with the Americans. Our forces are well equipped and ready, and we have the Super V3 ready. The Americans shall suffer. Please join us in the march to ensure that the worker is protected from these monsters. <br/>From: Adenauer</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/>Thats a puppet"
13921,Our Place Among the Stars: Chosen (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323944,2014-12-17T01:04:00,Charmera,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Yeavis 4, Yeavis system</span><br/><br/>Yac'Kua stretched her aching joints and as she looked skywards, though all she saw was the top of her guard booth, her insectoid eyes spared from the glow-lights rays by their natural coating. She would have been able to tell the light was green, if she wasn't colourblind like all other Yan-Nai. She smiled, and also she secreted pheromones and sent out low level telepathic rays subconsciously. Any other Yan could tell she was in a very good mood. She was content, despite how menial and tedious guard duty was, in the end it payed absurdly well for a guarding job and she had a husband and two hivelings to come back to. Plus in a few weeks she would be off work due to ""Jainath"", where all mining would be put on hold, which would give her more time to spend with her little 'lings. She briefly wondered what Gan would be cooking for dinner when she arrive home. She sighed, leaning back in her chair. Still, she had always wondered if there could be something more to her… It was a strange yearning for a Yan, especially one so contented.<br/><br/>Kua got up, she technically still had five cycles left in her shift, but she knew her replacement would come early. Yan almost always arrived at least five minutes early to anywhere they went. It was a very strange trait that even Aheani scientists couldn't fully explain.<br/><br/>She walked out of her booth, sure enough she saw the other female meant to take over the night shift in the distance. Akeva'Juve was her name. Kue never talked to her. One would always be too tired to talk to the other. She did talk to the person she took over for though. Lura always seemed to have energy… Kua had no idea how she did it.<br/><br/>She walked down the dirt road that headed to the mining facility itself, from there she would take a transport up to the mothership in Orbit. She psychically chirped, a nice melody she had learnt as a child. She never remembered the words though.<br/><br/>She suddenly stopped, seeing the figure who came towards her and the guard post. She squinted at it, the chittenous figure not looking quite right. It wasn't Juve…<br/><br/>""Who are…"" She muttered. Then tried to psychically contact the figure. No response… In fact nothing at all. As if she didn't exist. The figure seemed to be a female Yan cloaked in rags of some sort.<br/><br/>She was hallucinating, that was the only explanation. Sometimes the atmosphere would do that to Yan, the Xocine was very prevalent in the atmosphere after all.<br/><br/>Suddenly the figure was right in front of her. As if she had been there the whole time. Kua took a step back, very frightened now. The figure responded only by touching Kua's head. Though Kua felt nothing, again, as if the figure did not exist.<br/><br/>""You have been chosen.""<br/><br/>Kua had no time to question her words. She fell, collapsing in the dirt. Paralyzed somehow. Suddenly everything went very dark.<br/><br/>---<br/><br/>Kua opened her eyes again, but this time those eyes were different. They had turned red. There seemed to be another Yan standing over her. Kua noticed something different, in fact everything was different now.<br/><br/>""Are you alright?"" Nervously asked Juve. She had been late for her shift, which almost never happened, but this time she had… been distracted. She had sensed something… Like a changing in the wind.<br/><br/>Kua got up, ""Am… am I alright?"" She said, staring strait into Juves eyes. Her voice was confident, something she had never previously possessed""Yes. I've never felt better in my entire life.""<br/><br/>Juve was confused. ""Oh… okay."" She said, taken aback by the sudden tone of Kua's voice.<br/><br/>""Do you want to change the universe Juve?""<br/><br/>""W-What?""<br/><br/>""Do you want to change everything?""<br/><br/>""I don't understand… Why are you using my given name…?"" She was close to panicking at this point. Kua sighed, Juve had always been skittish…<br/><br/>""Don't worry. You'll understand."" Kua said, lightly touching Juve's head. With this gesture, Juve's eyes now also turned red. Juve first stepped back.<br/><br/>""Yes… I do."" Juve suddenly said. ""We need… others.""<br/><br/>Kua nodded. ""Soon, everyone must understand, everyone will."" She said. ""And if they can't understand… theres no place in our universe for them."" She said, a chill to her words.<br/><br/>---<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>New graduate,<br/>By the the will of the Aheani Council and the New Human Coalition (NHC), due to excellence shown in academy training, you have been selected for an exclusive new program. You will no longer be attached to your core of origin nor will you be reporting to your cores Commander for assignment. Instead you have been reassigned to a new division outside of the cores. You have been assigned to the ""Star Wardens"" and are now under the command of Admiral Catherine Iseleb, Admiral Akun Kani-Sur and myself. <br/><br/>As part of this elite division, your challenges and responsibilities will be greater. You will be assigned the most vital and some of the most dangerous missions. However if your record is any indication, you should be able to handle these types of situations. Besides the prestige and honour this placement will bring you, you will also reap the enormous benefits of being one of humanities best and brightest, including a greatly increased salary. <br/><br/>Do not discuss this assignment with anyone besides your training officer. As soon as you receive this message, wait in your academy's transport centre, where a coalition appointed vehicle will come and take you to The Sanctum of Reason, where you will be spending the bulk of your time as recruits of the 303rd Core. <br/> <br/>We look forward to seeing you.<br/>Admiral Kaur, 154 Core. </div></blockquote><br/><br/>---<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Meanwhile, Aboard ""The Sanctum of Reason""</span><br/><br/>The Sanctum of Reason was an impressive Battlecruiser to say the least. Though it was relatively small for it's ship class, it was only meant to house the very elite. Known for being fast and very maunurverable, yet still being large enough to house an impressive array of guns. It was an odd hybrid of human engineering and Aheani engineering, as human ships tended to be cheap and easily produced, while Aheani ships tended to be tech masterpieces built to last.<br/><br/>Inside the docking bay, several transports had landed. Smaller ships, about the size of an old earth truck, with a cylindrical outer shell covering several seats. The small ships were capable of incredibly fast speeds, but could only carry about seven humans or Aheani at once, making them useful civilian transports but poor military dropships. They were usually piloted by AI's, though never usually that advanced. Still, they served their purpose well, and the journey would be decently comfortable for those inside.<br/><br/>And those inside were the graduates, taken from several different academies all across Aheani territory. Likely they wouldn't know each other, as thousands upon thousands tended to attend the academies at once, and even though multiple cores did send their students to single academies, the cores mostly stuck with each other. Though only about one or two graduates would be on a single ship.<br/><br/>In fact, the cores were independent to the point where joint divisions like this, while not rare, we're usually only temporary. Often designed to a single purpose.<br/><br/>But not this one… Hopefully…<br/><br/>The cylindrical ships all opened their doors at once, which would allow their occupants to exit the small ships. The respective vehicles AI's would tell their charges to wait in the bay for a commanding officer, before beginning to shut down their systems until they were needed again. Which left the recruits with a bit of time in the mostly empty docking bay, save a few technodrones and Aheani engineers."
13922,Our Place Among the Stars: Chosen (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323944,2014-12-17T03:10:00,Bunkeranlage,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Docking Bay, <span style=""font-style: italic"">The Sanctum of Reason</span></span></span><br/><br/>Stars remained suspended in the blackness of space as a shuttle, one of many, flew by gracefully. Landing gear was deployed expertly, as the small transport vessel came to a halt in the bay of the colossal extraterrestrial vehicle. With an impressive show of synchrony, the doors of the transports burst open, emptying their contents into the larger ship once the airlock closed. In these ships were the Graduates of the War Academy, or rather, those who had done exceptionally well.<br/><br/>From one of the ships, metallic, thumping footsteps rang out as the 20 year old Felix Jakobsson, known to his friends as ""红毛"" (literally red hair), stepped out of the transport, silently taking in his new and unfamiliar surroundings with an air of youthful dignity. His long, baggy jeans failed to hide the two carbon-fibre blades that replaced what would have been his legs. It was an accident a year ago, just before he graduated. A ship, an explosion, blinding white light and a burning sensation in the lower body...<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Let's not think of that, now.</span><br/><br/>The rest of the landing bay looked huge, though it was only a tiny part of the rest of the ship, as Felix knew. Greeting some of the Aheani engineers reverently, the young man thrust his hands into his pockets, looking at the ship he had arrived in. It was a technological marvel. So tiny, yet able to withstand the ruthlessness of space. Though the trip itself was rather long and dull. Throughout the long journey, Felix had to find ways to entertain himself. Identifying the different tones in the background humming of the ship's engine got dull very quickly, and it definitely wasn't sufficiently comfortable to just doze off. ""Well, thank God that's over"", he mumbled quietly to himself.<br/><br/>The commission note he had received, he read over and over again.<span style=""font-style: italic"">...excellence shown in academy training... reassigned... do not discuss this assignment with anyone...</span>It definitely sounded like something exciting, a good change from what he was used to. For most of his life, he'd been stuck behind reception desks, stuck in fast food restaurant kitchens, stuck at the guardhouses of private residences... Yes, he was sure of it. It was time to do something that actually contributed to society, to humanity.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">From each according to his ability...</span><br/><br/>Yes, finally, he would get the chance to serve his race. To bring justice to those who lacked it.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">...to each according to his need.</span><br/><br/>A robotic voice blared, informing him that he would have to stay here for the time being to wait for a commanding officer. Not a bad thing, Felix thought. He'd been sitting down for... longer than he bothered to count, and he felt that it was high time he stretched his muscles a bit. He took a few steps around, looking at the other people, whom he presumed were to be his fellow operatives. And a diverse bunch, they were. Some were tall, some were short, some had prominently Asian features, others were Caucasians, some were indeterminate. Felix reasoned that it would do him good to get to know them better. After all, they'd be his comrades in the time to come.<br/><br/>As the robotic voice died down, Felix took some steps around the room, unconsciously scratching at one of his non-existent calf, the last mocking whispers of Phantom Pain coming at him for one last shot. Flicking his smooth brown hair out of his eyes, the double amputee strode around, looking for someone to interact with."
13923,Our Place Among the Stars: Chosen (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323944,2014-12-17T05:58:00,Republic of Hasgriu,"<span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Docking Bay, The Sanctum of Reason</span></span><br/><br/>Nicolas Yan Kun Xing sighed a sigh of relief when the transport shuttle finally docked with the Aheani-Human hybrid battlecruiser. It was such a marvellous ship, that words could not describe, as he had expected from the Aheani.<br/><br/>However, the automated spaceship was such a boring object. It was tedious for Nicolas to wait, and wait, as the ship sped through the infinite vacuums of space. The clean, polished, white environment, was pressing his limits on how long he could keep his inquisitiveness at bay. His inability to express his artistic talent was also frustrating.<br/><br/>His thoughts turned from the transport ship to the note he had in his pocket. He tugged it ever so slightly to ensure that it was secure. Apparently, he had been transferred from his former core, Core 4, ""The Red Dragon"", to Core 303, ""Star Wardens"". It was rather peculiar. He thought there were 300 cores for humans. Even if this was a secret core, and its number was not included, what happened to Core 301 and 302? Were they failed projects with the same goal? It was all very strange and foreign to Nicolas. But surely, it was all the will of the Aheani.<br/><br/>Nicolas stepped out onto the ramp of the ship, as the ship's A.I. begin saying something inconsequential in a monotone, flat, voice. Why couldn't they be more lively, more,<span style=""font-weight: bold"">expressive?</span>'Hmm.', he thought. 'Ah, well, perhaps its because the voice needs to be clearly identifiable, yes. That most definitely is the reason. Very thoughtful of the Aheani.' As Nicolas took in the magnificence of the spectacular interior, all the while saluting and bowing to the Aheani in the bay, he eyed the other humans exiting the vessels. He presumed that they were those who he would be working with. He giggled softly to himself in glee. It would be fun to learn all about his new friends!"
13924,Our Place Among the Stars: Chosen (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323944,2014-12-17T06:45:00,Bunkeranlage,"On a normal day, according to his biological clock, it would be some time in the late afternoon. Now, however, Felix could only see nothing but blackness with some glowing dots here and there. The planet itself looked more like a soccer ball now. ""Hm, that's nice"", he mumbled to himself. ""I suppose all this'll take some getting used to.""<br/><br/>The new atmosphere, while cold and stoic, provided an endless flow of new possibilities for the young men and women part of the programme. The heaps of crates, stamped with serial numbers, were like magical hats filled with surprises. The various doors beckoned to him, and a dull humming noise rang in the background, possibly the engine.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">E-Flat. Ah, E-Flat. Sibelius, Wagner...</span><br/><br/>Apart from the engineers and the droids, the group of young people were mostly alone, looking about awkwardly. Felix smiled to himself. They seemed like a nice bunch, these guys. He looked forward to working with them. Now, though, it was obvious that everybody was still quite uncomfortable with each other. Someone needed to take the initiative to start a conversation, and if it was to be a particular sarcastic, metal-legged Swede, even better.<br/><br/>""Hello, guys. Seems like a real nice place, no?"""
13925,Our Place Among the Stars: Chosen (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323944,2014-12-17T09:43:00,Dustain,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Docking Bay, <span style=""font-style: italic"">The Sanctum of Reason</span></span></span><br/><br/>Harriet was jolted out of her quiet slumber as the shuttle came down on its landing gear. The trip from the academy was uneventful, and now she was separated from her old clique of fellow members from her core her journey was devoid of conversation too. It was a moment of privacy that to a Thunderbird was rare, and Harriet attempted to take advantage of it. Her core was one that abandoned the relics of old humanity and so she normally wasn't allowed to listen to old music or read books. Her time at the academy had brought with it new freedoms but all the while her peers were watching with looks of disdain, ready to report her transgressions to the elders.<br/><br/>So she was a little upset that she'd wasted it by falling asleep. She'd used to run off to a maintenance closet with her data pad and read old novels that described worlds and people that seemed more alien to her than humanity's Aheani saviours. Sometimes listen to music, movements that could invoke sombre or even fearful feelings in her that she didn't experience too often, and then other pieces that seemed to use chords and orchestras to describe the uplifting emotions she felt with a jet strapped to her back while she pulled 9 gees.<br/><br/>With her new assignment Harriet was uncertain how much time she'd get to indulge in that kind of thing. For all she knew that would be her last opportunity for a while, according to her assignment she was no longer part of the Thunderbirds and part of an elite division. Was that a trick because she'd been bad again? Would this new core let her fly? Did her family want her gone? For all their flaws Harriet loved those in her core and it was only now hitting her that she might not see them again.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Thunderbirds do not cry, Thunderbirds do not fear, Thunderbirds serve the Galaxy with smiles on our faces and fire in our hearts.<br/></span><br/>It wasn't their motto or anything like, just something that one of her elders had said time and time again.<br/><br/>She managed her best smile through her weariness as she stepped out of the dark shuttle. She lifted her hand to cover her face from the bright lights of the hanger while her eyes adjusted. Then after she could see again she shuffled the duffle bag on her shoulder before placing her hands in her thick blue and white textile jacket.<br/><br/>The AI said something, but it was too early for Harriet to process it. Food, food was what she needed, but she had no idea where the cafeteria was on this ship, or even if she was allowed to go there yet. Her smile became much more genuine as she reached into her duffle for one f her pilfered protein bars, remembering her operation to acquire them with fondness.<br/><br/>As she slowly munched on the bar she began to meandered through the small crowd of fresh baked nuggets. All of them looked different and wore different colours, it looked like the assignment letter wasn't lying at least. With a self satisfied grin on her face she waited for directions like a good Thunderbird."
13926,Our Place Among the Stars: Chosen (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323944,2014-12-17T13:54:00,Arkadum,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Docking Bay, <span style=""font-style: italic"">The Sanctum of Reason</span></span><br/>Jon's eyes flew open as he jolted forward, his in-transit nap brought to an abrupt end by a shrill ping in his ears. He surveyed the shuttle around him, shaking off the grogginess of a restless sleep. The dim lights of the shuttle were just bright enough to keep him awake but not comfortably so, so he had put in the effort to sleep. His reassignment had been sudden, and between packing his things, filling out paperwork and catching connecting shuttle-flights, he had found himself awake more than he cared for. Not that he found much solace in sleeping, the nightmares came often and usually rendered his nights unpleasant. The shrinks had told him it was PTSD, and that unless he wanted to be discharged for mental illness, there was nothing to be done about it.<br/><br/>As he finally shook off the last remnants of sleep he found his mind wandering onto his current situation. At first he thought he was getting a promotion, considering the former Commander of his core had died on that hell-world Sahel-Zema. He could still remember the damn bugs skittering all over the desert, pulling men away into the dunes. However, as deserving as he thought himself, it turned out that this was no simple promotion. He had received the actual notice a week ago, it instructed him to remain silent, and that travel would be arranged. Without even getting a chance to think about it, he found himself on a freighter. He was reluctant to leave the Red Bedouin behind, but he knew that he had little say in the matter.<br/><br/>Perhaps he was to be awarded, or to found a new core, he wasn't sure how cores actually got started but he had a few ideas he'd like to pitch. That, or he was going to be executed for some unintended treason or cowardice. Jon tried not to think like that, so he slid out a data-pad from the cargo-basket next to his seat. Soon he began looking through the limited amount of news he could get in-transit. For what seemed like hours he read the same 4 articles, played the same 2 games over and over again. Just as he thought he'd surely lose his mind, the Shuttle AI buzzed to life and made an announcement in a monotone voice.<br/><br/>""Now arriving at destination, please stow all loose objects and/or individuals.""<br/><br/>Jon couldn't feel the sharp bank of the shuttle but he could sense the change in orientation and gravity, something years as a soldier had taught him. Finally the craft settled and he stood up, checking his beige uniform for any imperfections one final time. The door opened with a hiss and harsh light flooded in, Jon squinted until his eyes caught up and he stepped forward.<br/><br/>Around him, a handful of fellow humans seemed to do the same, stepping calmly into the cavernous docking bay of what he could only assume to be a large ship. Someone asked about how nice the place was, he could have agreed had the whole bay not smelled of sterilizing chemicals.<br/><br/>""This place smells like a hospital"" he said in response to the earlier comment."
13927,Our Place Among the Stars: Chosen (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323944,2014-12-17T18:10:00,Zarkenis Ultima,"Ereshkigal sat idly on the empty transport ship as it cruised through the darkness of space, remaining almost perfectly still as she leaned back on her seat, waiting patiently for the shuttle to arrive to its destination, the Sanctum of Reason, where she would meet the 303rd core, the Star Wardens, her new core. And, in a sense, her new family, though such a thought was rather disconcerting for her. After all, for the longest time, the only family Ereshkigal had known were the Einherjar, her people. There was always mutual understanding between them, and they all had the same aspirations and goals. Now, however, she was taken from within her family and sent towards a strange new place, to be integrated into a new group. It was strange to think about, and a bit unsettling, as the young woman was not used to dealing with people from other cores, even if she didn't think negatively of them.<br/><br/>However, even if that was what she felt, she knew that she would have to put up with it and carry out her duty, for it was by the will of the Aheani that she had been sent there, to the Sanctum of Reason, and so, not daring to question them, Ereshkigal understood that she would have to endure, as always. She had been born to endure everything for the Aheani, after all. Compared to the rigors of battle, this would be nothing... Or so the woman hoped. Regardless, she was ready to do anything that was required by her masters, just like every other Einherjar. To her, being able to serve them was enough of a reward. Honor was something she did not crave, for there was honor in serving the Aheani, no matter the way. Prestige was unimportant, as notoriety had little to do with how well one served the Aheani. And she was rather uninterested in the prospect of earning more or less money. Usually, she would at least be glad that she would be able to spend it on more food and better products for her fellow Einherjar, but none of that applied here, as she would be among people from other cores, most likely ones who live better than her people, and, in any case, ones that would be making just as much as her. Indeed, serving the Aheani here was more than enough of a reward for her, though she knew, even if she didn't quite understand it, that it was not enough for others, and that the promise of a monetary reward was most likely directed at them.<br/><br/>The hum of the engine, which had up until then been quietly singing along in a constant manner, fading into the background and lulling her into a state of relaxation, stopped all of the sudden, causing Ereshkigal to withdraw from her thoughts and realize that she had finally arrived at the Sanctum of Reason, her destination. She stood up just as the door of the transport ship opened up, leaving open the path to the docking bay. An artificial voice coming from within the vehicle informed her that she was to wait in there until a commanding officer arrived to give her further instructions. Understanding the wishes of her masters, Ereshkigal placed one of her bandaged hands upon the door's threshold, stepping out into the docking bay of the Sanctum of Reason. She was clad in a simple attire, black pants and a white tank-top that allowed one to see the very tips of the blood-stained corners of the wings of the butterfly on her back.<br/><br/>Now out of the transport ship and inside the docking bay, Ereshkigal surveyed her surroundings with her amber eyes. It seemed that many others were here already, people from other cores undoubtedly, but people she would have to learn to work with nonetheless. She observed them quietly, as well as the rest of the bay, noticing that, aside from them, there were also some of her Aheani masters present, performing some work on the ship by the looks of it. Immediately, she averted her eyes, trying not to stare at the masters out of reverence. An engineer walked by her, and she stepped out of his path, making a deep bow as he moved past. Afterwards, she returned to observing the others. They had features rather different from her own. Her bronze-colored skin contrasted with their clearer tones, for one, and most displayed either Asian or Caucasian features, though she did not let this unnerve her. She had been among such people in the past, as men and women from all around the world had ended up among the Einherjar at some point or another. One of them, a fellow woman, seemed quite happy for some reason, much like a young man not far from there. Another man seemed not to be quite as pleased with his surroundings.<br/><br/>One of them in particular, a man with prosthetic blades in place of his legs, raised a question, asking if it was agreed upon that the Sanctum of Reason was a nice place to be. The displeased man from before voiced a complaint about the smell, but Ereshkigal paid that one no mind. She didn't mind the smell, and this ship had been built by the Aheani, so she had no reason to dislike it.<br/><br/>""The Sanctum of Reason was built both by the humans and the Aheani."" The Einherjar spoke up, quietly, but clearly enough to be heard at least by the man who had raised the question. ""If the masters were involved in its creation, then I see no reason why it would not be... nice."" She stated."
13928,Our Place Among the Stars: Chosen (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323944,2014-12-17T19:47:00,Brusia,"Paul sat quietly inside his transport shuttle as it approached the Sanctum of Reason. In his hands was a datapad which contained the text of a great many books he had copied onto the device before leaving. Currently, the screen displayed a page from a textbook on Aheani Physiology; the same page which had been on the screen when the shuttle departed. Under normal circumstances, Paul would've loved the opportunity to have so much time in relative silence to read, but this was certainly not a normal circumstance. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Reassigned to another core</span>"" he thought ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">I still can't believe it...</span>"" He wondered how long this new ""assignment"" would last, and how it would impact his study of medicine; though at the same time he was glad that this strange new assignment brought with it a pay raise. He hoped to one day become a physician and to study medicine with the Aheani, but he knew if he was to have any hope of accomplishing the latter goal, it'd cost him a pretty penny. Hopefully, this new assignment would speed his progress towards his ambitions.<br/><br/>Suddenly, Paul felt the shuttle shake and, looking out the window, realized it had just landed. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">That was fast</span>"" he thought to himself, as he turned off his datapad, then stood up and stretched for a bit. The shuttle door soon opened, and after listening to the AI's brief instructions, Paul exited the craft, datapad in hand, and looked around the hanger bay. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">I don't see anyone who looks like a CO</span>"" he thought to himself ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">I guess now we play the waiting game...</span>"""
13929,Our Place Among the Stars: Chosen (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323944,2014-12-17T19:55:00,Dustain,"<blockquote><div><cite>Arkadum <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323944&amp;p=22829609#p22829609"">wrote</a>:</cite>""This place smells like a hospital"" he said in response to the earlier comment.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Zarkenis Ultima <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323944&amp;p=22832205#p22832205"">wrote</a>:</cite>""The Sanctum of Reason was built both by the humans and the Aheani."" The Einherjar spoke up, quietly, but clearly enough to be heard at least by the man who had raised the question. ""If the masters were involved in its creation, then I see no reason why it would not be... nice."" She stated.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Harriet sniffed the air and could tell what they were talking about. She'd managed to filter through the crowds and was now standing behind the woman, still slowly chewing on her bar. A bit of chocolate and gotten caught in the corner of her lip.<br/><br/>""It's a new ship isn't it?"" Harriet said, pressing a thoughtful finger to her lips ""It's probably the new air filters, they always smell a little funny after they get replaced.""<br/><br/>She noticed the bit of chocolate at the corner of her mouth and ran her finger over it, scratching it away with her nail. She looked at it with a surprised smile and exclaimed ""Bonus!"" before she put her finger back in her mouth and devoured it with a childish grin."
13930,Our Place Among the Stars: Chosen (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323944,2014-12-17T19:56:00,New Jordslag,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Docking Bay, '<span style=""font-style: italic"">The Sanctum of Reason</span>'</span><br/>Maxwell, or Max, as what few friends he had called him, preferred not to sleep. He didn't mind being tired, and it gave him more time to think. So he thought... and thought... and thought. Finally, he heard his shuttle slide smoothly into the Docking Bay. When the door opened, he casually strolled out into the bay. He hadn't thought much of the ship; same old Aheani technology as always. He didn't care much more for his masters then the average Human; but he was certainly willing to work with them. Once, when younger, he had had the dreams of the other cadets; those times were so long ago he remembered nothing of them, only that they existed. His experience had long since shot his lofty goals down. Now he lived for one, sole purpose: To keep Humanity alive.<br/><br/>If anybody were to hear his thoughts, they would comment that that in itself is a lofty goal. Maxwell knew this. That's why he planned to use the help of his fellow cadets. Not openly, of course. But, moving on; It was actually a pleasant surprise that he had ben selected for this 'elite' brigade. He had always done well on the written tests and at Logistics and Planning, but he expected the 'elites' to be filled up with Overly-Muscled people with air for brains. Then a thought struck him: What if they plan to keep this unit together? He pushed the thought aside. Joint core units NEVER lasted long; everybody knew that. But that thought continued nagging at him.<br/><br/>Taking a moment to gaze at the surrounding ship, Max carried on. He was dressed in long, baggy pants, and wore a long sleeved shirt, topping it off with a scarf. He didn't care if it made him feel hot; it also made him feel safe. His scarf, in particular, had been a present to him on his Birthday from his sole little sister, the only family member who had been kind to him. She was killed in a vehicular accident the following day. These days, it became hard to hold up his façade of the flawless, cheerful, nice-guy student. Not to say that wasn't a part of him. It was one of many parts of him. But, at his core, he just felt: Hollow. Depressed. Scared. No matter how many friends his kind self made, that didn't change how his life had left him. A broken man, crying endlessly on the inside. But he had to be strong, in his sister's- no, all of Humanity's- name.<br/><br/>As he thought, he was interrupted by a robotic voice blaring for him to stay put. Shortly afterward, he heard other cadets, such as a boy with no legs wearing jeans, strike up a conversation. Tired of waiting to fight for Humanity, he decided that he might as well talk. Walking over to the other group of Cadets, he realized that this was all a new experience for him; other than on paper, he had never really experienced this sort of situation. It was sort of... exciting. Running through a list of things to say, he realized that the boy with no legs had asked how nice it was, and the bronze-colored girl had said that it must be nice, as the Aheani were involved in building it. He decided that this was as good a conversation as anything to get into.<br/><br/>""Reasonable point, friend,"" He said, nodding at the Bronze skinned girl. ""Although I personally find the ship a bit bland. No matter. It seems advanced enough. "" He flashed a light smile, then looked at the boy with no legs. ""What is your name, by the way?"""
13931,Our Place Among the Stars: Chosen (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323944,2014-12-17T21:47:00,Bunkeranlage,"""Felix Jakobsson. It's nice to meet you.""<br/><br/>The young Swede shook hands with the other cadet, who was towering high over him like a giant. It was a good change, meeting someone new. For 19 years, Felix had very little interaction with other people. Most of the people he knew were just coworkers at his various jobs. One person, he knew better than the others. She was a beautiful young lady, just a year younger than him. It didn't matter that she was born blind, for their love skipped that boundary.<br/><br/>They had barely started dating, when they decided to go on a trip together. A trip to Spain, via a boat. It was that fateful day of the departure that it happened. A failure of the engine, the authorities said. A good thing the ship hadn't left the docks yet, they said.<br/><br/>""All it'll cost us is a couple thousand of dollars to fix the damage to the port"".<br/><br/>But it cost the young couple much more than that. Felix could only watch helplessly, pinned to the seat by a faulty seatbelt, as the explosion consumed her, before coming for him...<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Okay, that's enough daydreaming for one day now.</span><br/><br/>The two young men stood awkwardly around, one tall, the other much shorter. Felix took off his white hoodie, hanging it over his shoulder and gently smoothing out his lime green T-Shirt. In a desperate attempt to start a conversation, Felix grinned a fake smile, saying meekly, ""So, uh, you looking forward to this?"""
13932,Our Place Among the Stars: Chosen (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323944,2014-12-18T00:24:00,Charmera,"Asuna walked next to the admiral, both curious and somewhat nervous about this. She had not expected this would be the start to her military career, not did she have any idea why she had been chosen. Sure, she had been told it was due to her excellences (Which she didn't argue with) but this was a pretty unorthodox assignment. She had been expecting to work with one of the other cores, not this strange joint core that seemed to have come out of nowhere.<br/><br/>Admiral Catherine seemed to sense this trepidation, and raised an eyebrow at the Aheani, a slight smile on her face. The ageing admiral was a little shorter than the alien, her white hair and soft blue eyes indicative of that. She did seem to be definitely fit enough for duty however, despite signs of ageing. ""You're worried aren't you?"" She said.<br/><br/>Asuna looked over to the human. She paused, then nodded slightly. Even though the Aheani was several hundred years her elder, the Admiral had a wealth of experience and a motherly warmth. Asuna would never think of condescending to the admiral, in fact she respected the human greatly. ""It's... strange to say the least.""<br/><br/>Catherine chuckled. ""I don't blame you. This kind of thing doesn't happen often."" She shrugged. ""But... The best way to look at it is as an opportunity. I mean, this division really could be a great launchpad for your career.""<br/><br/>Asuna nodded, ""I suppose."" She replied. Some optimistic thoughts went through her head, though she was still sceptical about the whole thing. ""We will have to see if that proves to be the case.""<br/><br/>Catherine smiled wider, punching in the access code to the docking bay. A moment later the door opened and she walked in. ""New recruits,"" She spoke, skipping the salute and any other formalities, mostly for the sake of time. She had a lot to get through. Her smile faded. ""I am Admiral Catherine Iseleb. You are under my command for the duration of your time in the 303rd.""<br/><br/>""I know you are all probably wondering what this core is about. Why you have been called here."" She continued. ""Well, put simply, your job is to stop galactic conflicts before they occur, by any means necessary. Often that will mean armed intervention, and often it will be in the most dangerous parts of our galaxy. Which is why we need the best we can get. Which is why you cannot fail.""<br/><br/>Catherine smiled after she spoke, glad the heavy stuff was out of the way.""Now that that is out of the way. This is Lieutenant Asuna Ikan-Gai. She will be directly commanding you while on the battlefield."" The Admiral paused for a second, indicating Asuna should speak.<br/><br/>Asuna looked at the recruits, all human of varying ethnicities and all very young. So far, she wasn't exactly impressed.<span style=""font-style: italic"">These are the best? They've barely graduated... Pups at best...</span>The irony that the same could be said of her did not cross her mind. She forced a smile, mostly for politenesses sake.<br/><br/>""Pleased to meet you all."" She said, then paused awkwardly.<span style=""font-style: italic"">I suppose I should at least try to be friendly.</span>""You... may call me Asuna if you wish, or Lieutenant.""<br/><br/>The Admiral nodded, checking her watch. ""If you have any questions. Now would be the time to ask them."""
13933,Our Place Among the Stars: Chosen (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323944,2014-12-18T03:32:00,Dustain,"<blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323944&amp;p=22835026#p22835026"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Pleased to meet you all."" She said, then paused awkwardly. <span style=""font-style: italic"">I suppose I should at least try to be friendly.</span> ""You... may call me Asuna if you wish, or Lieutenant."" <br/><br/>The Admiral nodded, checking her watch. ""If you have any questions. Now would be the time to ask them.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Harriet jammed her hand up straight into the air with the enthusiasam of an elementary school student. ""Miss Iseleb"" She said as though she was adressing a teacher.<br/><br/>There were a few questions going around her head, like where she was sleeping, when was dinner, would she get to see her family again or was this her family now, she never heard of someone moving cores. None of that was super urgent, and she'd been taught not to direct questions like that towards people called Admiral. But there was one thing she could ask that seemed very important, if this was a new core would the way she had to fight change? She didn't want to, she found the ground combat secenarios at the academy fun, but nothing was quite like flying through the sky like a Thunderbird. I would be hard, but she felt that she could accept leaving her family for a new one if only they allowed her to keep flying.<br/><br/>Her mind distilled the conflicted and confused emotions out and translated it into the question; ""Will I still get to fly?"""
13934,Our Place Among the Stars: Chosen (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323944,2014-12-18T04:08:00,Bunkeranlage,"Before Felix was able to continue his conversation with the tall person, the whoosh of a door filled the room, followed by the footsteps of two people, walking closer to them dignifiedly. One of them, an old lady, spoke in a soft contralto, informing the cadets of her identity; Admiral Catherine Iseleb, the commander of Core 303 or, at least, of the new operatives. Next to speak was a young Aheani woman, who only introduced herself, as a lieutenant. Felix folded his arms, standing straight.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">So these are our... commanders.</span><br/><br/>Soon, the awkward silence was once again broken, as Admiral Iseleb asked the cadets if they had any questions. The young people looked about in silence, before a young lady thrust her hand violently into the air. Her question? Would they still get to fly?<br/><br/>Flying. It was one thing Felix never had the opportunity to do. Many times, he had stepped onto the balconies of tall hotels and office buildings, decked in a security guard's uniform, watching the skies as people in commercially available jet-packs and mechanical wings whooshed past him. Oh, how he longed to get to do it one day! Even in the Academy, he never got to do it. He spent most of his time assigned to ground combat and espionage. The girl was fortunate enough to have gotten the chance to fly. Hopefully, this would be his opportunity to do so too..."
13935,Our Place Among the Stars: Chosen (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323944,2014-12-18T10:37:00,Arkadum,"Jon listened with forced interest to the conversations and replies of his fellow arrivals, he wasn't quick to judge, but he also wasn't quick to care. His apathy didn't really come dislike, more a feeling of distrust. Hopefully he could shed that distrust in time for their actual assignments, and even if he didn't, Jon could always keep things professional. He crossed his lanky but toned arms across his chest, his soft face betraying no emotion beyond his attention. He did not shift from this stance even when his now-commander entered the hangar.<br/><br/>A women shot her hand up to his left, he couldn't help but smirk at the innocence of the act and her following question. He had never known anything except flying, born on a station, trained on a station and he assumed he would die on a station, if all went well. The constant whirring of servos and hissing of filters was natural to him, in fact, he found it unsettling without such noises. Yet, the Aheani ships had always felt wrong to him, too sterile, too placid. He had no feelings towards his ""Overlords"" beyond acceptance, they gave him targets and he gave them results. Humanity had been turned into a hammer, the Aheani realized that, humans realized that, so the ""Overlords"" kept the nails in supply. In Jon's mind the Aheani were on the low end of the relationship.<br/><br/>All humanity had ever done was fight, it was in our souls, our guts. Where the Aheani were ascended and peaceful, humanity was less than a hundred-thousand years removed from contending with lions for scraps of food. Humans still felt the warmth of living blood, the primal hunt was still in them. The Aheani had long ago lost that, the animalistic side of their minds, and so they needed humans, more than humans needed them. Yet, Jon also knew that he was a soldier, and soldiers needed enemies, something the Aheani were happy to provide."
13936,Our Place Among the Stars: Chosen (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323944,2014-12-18T14:58:00,New Jordslag,"<blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323944&amp;p=22835026#p22835026"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Pleased to meet you all."" She said, then paused awkwardly. <span style=""font-style: italic"">I suppose I should at least try to be friendly.</span> ""You... may call me Asuna if you wish, or Lieutenant."" <br/><br/>The Admiral nodded, checking her watch. ""If you have any questions. Now would be the time to ask them.""</div></blockquote><br/>Felix seemed nice enough already. If nothing else, he would make a good comrade to further Humanity's cause. Just as he was about to reply to the shorter man, a voice interrupted. Snapping to attention, Maxwell recognized Admiral Catherine Iseleb, a semi-famous Human Admiral. She was saying something about dangerous interventions in dangerous parts of the Galaxy. Maxwell feigned attention, but really spent his time memorizing the features of the Aheani brought with her. Lieutenant Asuna, as she was soon introduced.<br/><br/>The name seemed familiar, though he had not heard it before. She seemed shy, though not at all incompetent. Good Aheani Commander. He had a feeling he would like her. He better, as she would be his commander for what would likely be the rest of his natural life. He watched her study them all after she was introduced. She then smiled, a awkward sort of smile that seemed strained. Quite interesting, this Lieutenant was. She obviously wasn't comfortable here. She said she was pleased to meet them, then hesitated. Then, she said they should call her Asuna or Lieutenant. He decided on Asuna. Might as well be familiar with her. Finally, the Admiral took over, ending the awkward 'speech' Asuna had given them.<br/><br/>As soon as the Admiral finished asking if anybody had any questions, a young lady near him asked if they could fly. He decided he had quite a few questions of his own, though none which he cared to ask in front of all these people. He had to be polite to them, after all. Rudeness never got anybody anywhere. Then he realized he DID have a question.<br/><br/>""I also have a question,"" He said. ""When does our first mission start?"""
13937,Our Place Among the Stars: Chosen (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323944,2014-12-18T18:30:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dustain <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323944&amp;p=22835686#p22835686"">wrote</a>:</cite>Her mind distilled the conflicted and confused emotions out and translated it into the question; ""Will I still get to fly?""</div></blockquote><br/>Catherine turned to the graduate, her smiling widening ""Don't worry. You'll definitely get to fly."" The admiral replied, nodding. Though she didn't want to say anything more. Catherine wanted to see their faces when she showed them their surprise. ""Though, please don't call me Miss Iseleb. Firstly, I am happily married and such formal address makes me feel old..."" She continued. ""Admiral will do.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">She seems... strangely childish.</span>Asuna noted. She seemed to address the Admiral as one would do an instructor at school. She was sure humans were supposed to be more mature at this age. She did have energy however, which she had to admit was good, though Asuna imagined that childishness could be a liability. Though she couldn't really judge that at this stage, so she kept silent on the matter.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323944&amp;p=22835859#p22835859"">wrote</a>:</cite>-Snip-</div></blockquote><br/>Asuna's eyes hovered over Felix, who seemed to be silent. She couldn't quite read him.<span style=""font-style: italic"">An amputee?</span>She wondered, some pity going through her mind, though she was very careful not to show it.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Perhaps some of them have seen more combat that I though... Or could it have been an accident?</span>She quickly moved on, not wanting to stare or seem rude. She also noted Jon, but was unsure what to think of him, nothing he was doing seemed to give her any sort of impression.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>New Jordslag <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323944&amp;p=22840121#p22840121"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I also have a question,"" He said. ""When does our first mission start?""</div></blockquote><br/>Catherine put a hand to her chin in thought. ""Depends. It may be a while before you lot are put into any real combat. First we'll probably have a few training missions to get you all working as a team, then probably some minor assignments... Though... There is the possibility an emergency might come up. Then... Well lets just hope that doesn't happen."" She replied.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">He seems eager to get started...</span>She thought. She noted how the humans eyes had been on her earlier. Asuna wondered briefly why he was doing so.<br/><br/>""Any other questions? This really is the best time to ask them as you may not get another chance to do so."" Asuna spoke. Supposing she should help the admiral."
13938,Our Place Among the Stars: Chosen (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323944,2014-12-18T18:34:00,Republic of Hasgriu,"Nicolas was just about to initiate a conversation with one of his new core members, when an elderly human and an Aheani, both female, entered the docking bay. He quickly spun around and saluted them, but they did not salute back. 'Peculiar,' he thought. The human identified herself as Admiral Catherine Iseleb, a name he faintly recalled hearing from one of his friends when she was gossiping. Presumably she was somewhat well-known.<br/><br/>Nicolas paid very close attention to what Admiral Iseleb said. Stopping conflicts before they happened? That sounded like a task for diplomats and politicians, not a soldier. Perhaps this core was a peacekeeper force, then? But, why an entirely new core. Nicolas could name three cores off the top of his head that could perform the same task easily. Also, how were they going to know where, or when, the conflicts were to occur? He had so many questions to ask.<br/><br/>Next, the Aheani introduced herself, as Lieutenant Asuna Ikan-Gai. She was smiling, but he found it a forced smile, not genuine at all. Has he not made a good first impressions? He checked his uniform, tucked in his shirt, adjusted his collar. He refined his pose, and stood straight as a ruler, standing at attention. He needed to garner the Aheani Commander's respect in the battlefield.<br/><br/>When Admiral Catherine asked for questions, one girl at the side asked if she could still fly. Strange question. Nicolas had never flown before. Or at least, didn't recall it. He didn't ponder on it too long before curiosity took hold of him, and he asked, ""Admiral, what happened to the 301st and 302nd cores?"" He had other questions, of course, but he didn't want to rush the Admiral."
13939,Our Place Among the Stars: Chosen (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323944,2014-12-19T00:26:00,Zarkenis Ultima,"After expressing her opinion on the matter of the ship, Ereshkigal returned to her usual silence, quietly observing the other people present on the docking bay with her amber eyes, but saying nothing and avoiding prolonged eye contact with any one person, merely listening quietly and of course bowing deeply whenever an Aheani engineer walked past her. So far, the others hadn't done anything to drive her away, but she still felt uncomfortable around people from other cores, having lived among the Einherjar during all her life. Of course, this didn't mean that she was remaining silent to avoid attracting any undesired attention; rather, that was simply her nature when around others, to stay out of the way and be quiet unless required to speak.<br/><br/>As she observed the crowd, Ereshkigal noticed a young woman, the one with the happy disposition, moving towards her, ending up somewhere in the space between herself and the wall. She was slightly unnerved by having someone behind her, but she did nothing about it, telling herself that no one had any reason to do anything against another while inside this ship, as they were all humans in the territory of the masters, all of them with the purpose to serve them. Was that not why they had been all called to the Sanctum of Reason, after all? And either way, hearing the girl behind her speak, Ereshkigal noticed that she was rather... The Einherjar didn't really have a word to describe it, as her childhood had not given her the sort of experience that would lead her to identify Harriet's behavior with the word ""childish"", but the impression she got from the other woman certainly made her relax, feeling now certain that there was nothing to worry about.<br/><br/>Then, someone else spoke, briefly addressing her, agreeing with the point she had made earlier about the ship, the Sanctum of Reason. The man, who easily towered over her despite not seeming very strong, called the ship 'bland' afterwards. Ereshkigal... didn't disagree, necessarily, though she didn't think that the 'blandness' of the ship was a negative quality, like the tall man seemed to believe. In fact, she didn't think that such a quality, or it's opposite, were worth thinking of at all. The Sanctum of Reason performed its duty just fine, did it not? Thus, she saw no reason to mind anything else. Seeing the tall man smile in her direction, the Einherjar merely returned a blank stare, if only because she knew not how to respond.<br/><br/>However, all of this paled in importance to what happened afterwards. A door on the docking bay, one that led further into the ship and not to the transport vessels they had come from, opened suddenly, revealing a pair of figures, a woman with white hair and an Aheani female, who walked inside. The woman, identifying herself as Admiral Catherine Iseleb, one of those mentioned in the letter she had received, spoke to them, introducing herself and stating that they would be under her command. She explained their mission, which was to stop galactic conflicts before they began. It was an important task, certainly, one that would involve danger and combat, which was what Ereshkigal excelled at. The admiral said that they could not fail, and the Einherjar understood why, though she felt that it did not need to be stated. Failing to serve the Aheani was her people's and her worst fear and the greatest disgrace that could fall upon one, and so, it was to be avoided at all costs.<br/><br/>The admiral also introduced the Aheani woman next to her, one Asuna Ikan-Gai, who would be commanding them on the battlefield. She smiled at them, but the smile... It was forced. The Einherjar, clean as they were, could tell when something was off, when someone was not being honest. She could not tell why Asuna was displeased, and did not wish to guess, but it unnerved Ereshkigal a little. Had she somehow managed to disappoint a master even before she had the chance to participate in a mission? That was probably not it, and she tried not to think about it, but the mere thought was unnerving indeed.<br/><br/>The admiral then called for questions, and several of the people she had seen around her made their inquiries heard. They were promptly answered by the admiral and Asuna, as expected, but both the admiral and the Aheani seemed to be urging the group to ask any and all questions they still had before their work began. Seeing this as a bit of an opportunity, Ereshkigal walked up to the two women, though she stayed at an appropiate distance in front of them, and made a deep bow of reverence.<br/><br/>""I am honored to serve you, masters."" She said earnestly with her quiet voice, staying like that for a few moments before straightening back up. ""Admiral, will I be able to spend my funds to send supplies to the people of my core?"" She asked afterwards, curious and also still concerned for them, even though she would most likely be unable to see them again for a while. The Einherjar were a very close-knit, solidary people after all."
13940,Our Place Among the Stars: Chosen (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323944,2014-12-19T01:26:00,Bunkeranlage,"One after another, Felix's fellow recruit operatives asked the Admiral questions, good questions. He put his white jacket back on, looking around at the others.<span style=""font-style: italic"">I'd really look forward to seeing how they are like in combat.</span>Scratching at his phantom limbs subconsciously, Felix listened as the Admiral explained question after question.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">I don't think I have any questions I need to ask her, not now.</span><br/><br/>As the explanations came, he continued to pay attention. Years of self discipline had taught him to pay attention to what the speaker was saying, rather than thinking of other things, like ""Oh, that last syllable was an F-Sharp 4"" or things along those lines. He had learnt that often, every word was important.<br/><br/>Slowly, he began to get accustomed to the sterilised smell of the hangar, as well as the gunmetal walls. While the colour combination may have been depressing for most people, it was a big change for him. All his life, he had lived alone in a derelict apartment building on the outskirts of the city, barely able to afford his rent. He considered himself extremely fortunate that his landlord, an elderly Swiss gentleman, was kind enough to extend the deadlines for his rent after the few times he had been laid off, be it from the fast food place, or from the security company.<br/><br/>Losing his legs in an accident didn't help much either. The medical bills were an enormous pain, since he didn't have any relatives or family to help him foot the bill. One of his wealthier acquaintances stepped in to pay part of it, but the rest was left on him. It broke him completely, leaving him with almost no money for himself.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">I'm not going to complain about a crappy colour combination, because it's much better than anything I've ever had before.</span><br/><br/>Somehow, he didn't have any questions, despite his eagerness to begin the programme and begin his new life. ""Anything out of my control"", he said to himself quietly, under his breath, ""is beyond my control. There's no use worrying."" Hence, even while a number of his peers asked questions, some with the ""childish"" innocence of a schoolchild, Felix maintained his dignified silence, standing erect on his carbon-fibre blades."
13941,Our Place Among the Stars: Chosen (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323944,2014-12-19T06:03:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Republic of Hasgriu <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323944&amp;p=22842561#p22842561"">wrote</a>:</cite>When Admiral Catherine asked for questions, one girl at the side asked if she could still fly. Strange question. Nicolas had never flown before. Or at least, didn't recall it. He didn't ponder on it too long before curiosity took hold of him, and he asked, ""Admiral, what happened to the 301st and 302nd cores?"" He had other questions, of course, but he didn't want to rush the Admiral.</div></blockquote><br/>The Admirals face fell and the woman sighed deeply. She paused for a moment, about to speak, but she bit her lip. Her smile came back, but it was more a sad smile. ""You... don't have to worry about that."" She said simply, obviously not wanting to go into those two cores.<br/><br/>Asuna's eyes had widened when Nicolas had asked the question directly to the Admiral.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Ayu... he's bold. I'l give him that...</span>She thought. Asuna had asked the same question to Admiral Kaur, and had gotten shouted at by the belligerent man for doing so. Obviously there was something there... something she had not been informed of.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Zarkenis Ultima <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323944&amp;p=22845254#p22845254"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I am honored to serve you, masters."" She said earnestly with her quiet voice, staying like that for a few moments before straightening back up. ""Admiral, will I be able to spend my funds to send supplies to the people of my core?"" She asked afterwards, curious and also still concerned for them, even though she would most likely be unable to see them again for a while. The Einherjar were a very close-knit, solidary people after all.</div></blockquote><br/>Asuna was not especially surprised with the bow. Many humans had a reverent respect for the Aheani, and Asuna was used to being treated with such reverence.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Such is befitting of my rank and family name.</span>She thought arrogantly. Otherwise, she somewhat liked this human, the way she spoke to them fanned the fires of the Aheani's ego. Asuna had to stop herself from grinning slightly. That would be rather conceited even for her. Though she had to say she liked this human.<br/><br/>""Sure... I see no reason why that should not be allowed."" Catherine replied. Snapping Asuna out of her somewhat vain thoughts.<br/><br/>Suddenly, another recruit spoke, Standing confidently with her arms crossed and her eyes on the Admiral. She seemed indifferent to everything going on. ""Is this it? This is pretty small for a core..."" Remarked Janett, not a hint of any respect or politeness in her voice. Straightforward and to the point. Another recruit nearby seemed shocked by her forwardness, a black haired and blue eyed girl, who seemed to be quite silent and reserved. Another recruit, male and tall, rolled his eyes.<br/><br/>""True."" Replied Catherine. ""Though, there are still a few new recruits who are yet to come, and I'm sure a few more will join, but otherwise you lot are going to have to make do with these numbers.""<br/><br/>""Fortunately, you've had the best training in the galaxy... and the equipment...well."" She smiled widely. ""Just wait till you see the equipment you'll be using.""<br/><br/>Meanwhile the others may or may not have noticed, but another ship seemed to be docking in the bay, though the recruits were far enough away that they didn't have to worry about getting in the way of the ship, which seemed to be similar to the one they had came one except much larger and seemingly the doors were on the front of the vehicle. Catherine noted the ship.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Well speak of the devil...</span><br/><br/>""Alright, last few questions... then we get into the meat of things."" She stated, an eager look on her face."
13942,Our Place Among the Stars: Chosen (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323944,2014-12-19T17:37:00,Zarkenis Ultima,"As she stood by, awaiting an answer from the admiral, Ereshkigal dared to glance briefly at Asuna once again. Her displeasure seemed to have faded away by now, leaving her with a look of... satisfaction? How odd. She seemed to be less than amused several moments ago, after all, but the Einherjar did not question it. As far as she was concerned, the satisfaction of one of her Aheani masters was a good thing and she, too, was satisfied with that. Turning back to Admiral Catherine, the bronze skinned girl heard her response, which indicated that she could indeed use her increased salary to help improve the situation in her core. That was definitely good news for her, and so, she nodded and bowed once again, before stepping away, back to her original position. Once there, she simply returned to what she had been doing before the admiral and the lieutenant had walked inside: observe the others carefully, indeed quite curious about what her new family was like, even if she still felt a bit uncomfortable around them. Of course, she was also paying the utmost attention to what Admiral Catherine said, as it would not do to miss any important instructions because she was distracted watching.<br/><br/>From her place at the back of the group, she noticed another woman, a disinterested-looking one, ask if every member of the core was present, commenting on how small it seemed to be. Indeed, Ereshkigal agreed that there were rather few people present, considering they were supposed to be a whole core. It was quite small even when compared to her family, the Einherjar, of which there were never too many, as many fell on the battlefields for the cause of their Aheani masters. However, the manner in which the girl voiced her thoughts was unnecessarily bold. She could have been more respectful towards the masters, considering all that they had done and still did for humanity, Ereshkigal thought, though she of course did not speak her mind about the matter, believing that there was little point in interrupting for something like that. Nobody seemed to mind anyway.<br/><br/>Suddenly, a ship seemed to reach the Sanctum of Reason, arriving at the docking bay and settling down some distance away from where she and the other recruits were being addressed by Lieutenant Asuna and Admiral Catherine. Not long after that, the admiral spoke of their training, and mentioned the equipment they would be receiving with apparent bliss. This puzzled Ereshkigal slightly. Certainly, it was to be expected that they would receive new equipment, different from the one they had been training with previously, in accordance with the importance of the tasks they would be performing, but she had no idea what could have made Admiral Catherine so happy about the equipment the Star Wardens were to receive.<br/><br/>Noticing that the admiral seemed to want to get everyone's questions out of the way already, Ereshkigal decided to speak up briefly once again, if only to voice her lack of inquiries. ""I have no further question, masters."" She said respectfully, bowing her head slightly in deference."
13943,Our Place Among the Stars: Chosen (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323944,2014-12-19T17:42:00,Republic of Hasgriu,"The Admiral's mysterious reply did not quench Nicolas's interest at all. It merely strengthened its grip. The Admiral was clearly avoiding his question for some reason. She had given clear answers to most, if not all the questions, but his. Well, at least he knew that there was something in the 301st and 302nd cores she was hiding. He completely disregarded the thought that the Aheani were in any way involved.<br/><br/>The Admiral then mentioned equipment. Nicolas kind of missed his old power armour. But sacrifices need to be made, and there was no need to get all sentimental over standard-issue military gear.<br/><br/>But now that he thought about it, he would also miss his old core. Ah, the fourth. He had a lot of friends and acquaintances there. Never were close to them, but still, he felt bad for leaving without a word. They would probably spend their whole life without knowing where he went. Then again, he could also just be lost among the crowds of people in his core. There were ample friends-to-be in the core. He was naught but one of them.<br/><br/>Nicolas could not bear to linger on such depressing thoughts for long, and then addressed the Admiral once more, ""Admiral, why was the core founded only now, and why so quickly and emergency-like?"" He did realise that the they were given very short notice as to their departure, and, especially after another cadet pointed it out, there were not many recruits in the core, less then ten, in fact. Thatbwas the smallest core he had ever seen."
13944,Our Place Among the Stars: Chosen (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323944,2014-12-19T19:47:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Republic of Hasgriu <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323944&amp;p=22852065#p22852065"">wrote</a>:</cite>Nicolas could not bear to linger on such depressing thoughts for long, and then addressed the Admiral once more, ""Admiral, why was the core founded only now, and why so quickly and emergency-like?"" He did realise that the they were given very short notice as to their departure, and, especially after another cadet pointed it out, there were not many recruits in the core, less then ten, in fact. Thatbwas the smallest core he had ever seen.</div></blockquote><br/>The Admiral did answer this one ""Mostly politics... The majority of the council and the coalition is of course in favour of this cores formation, though that could soon change as they grow impatient for results. After all, things like this are... Unorthodox,"" She explained. ""Normally we would have a little more time and your transfer would be a little more smooth, but unfortunately we don't have that luxury""<br/><br/>She was holding something back, though it would be hard to tell that she was and even harder to tell what exactly. Catherine hoped it would put his mind at ease for now. She paused another second to see if anyone else had questions, but their seeming silence and Ereshkigal's confirmation told her that they had no further questions.<br/><br/>""Right, now that Q&A is over with, I can move on with the rest of our plans for today. And before I forget..."" Catherine said, turning to the newly landed transport, which was unloading is cargo: Several large boxes, taller than humans, that hovered and unloaded themselves, arranging themselves in a rectangular pattern with a fair amount of space between them. She led the others over to them, and walked over to the crates. She took a data pad from the side of the transport and walked over to the front of the formation of hover-crates.<br/><br/>""You'll each be given a partner. A best friend or companion if you want to all it that. Hell, some people even get romantically attached..."" She explained, pressing buttons on the pad. ""He or she will be with you for the majority of your life and career, and will save your life more times than you can count. This new friend will make your lives ten times easier and make your enemies cower in their boots.""<br/><br/>With a final press of a button, the crates opened. A mechanical hiss was heard. In each of the crates were several tubes, in which humanoid suits of advanced armour were contained. The armour was assembled and stood up, as if it were standing to attention. Each of the tubes had a name on them, the names of the recruits.<br/><br/>""Say hello to your Guardian Angels."" She continued. ""Eidolon class power armour. Crafted with incredible love and care by the Aheani Technoma. Each customised to your fighting style and fitted with modules to complement your combat skills."""
13945,Our Place Among the Stars: Chosen (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323944,2014-12-19T22:22:00,Bunkeranlage,"The Admiral, having answered everybody's questions, soon proceeded to the next part of her agenda. Felix watched intently as she pressed buttons on a controlling pad. At that moment, a number of large crates were unloaded automatically from a supply vessel that had landed in the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Sanctum of Reason</span>'s bay, just a distance further from where they themselves had landed.<br/><br/>While she was explaining the so called ""partners"", Felix was watching the boxes. Gushing noises filled the room as vapour was ejaculated from various parts of the boxes, before they eventually opened up to reveal their contents. Inside each was a tube, containing in itself, a suit of mechanical battle armour, every single one of them unique. Admiral Iseleb went on to explain how these were customised suits of ""Eidolon-Class"" armour, which they would be using. ""State-of-the-art"" and ""Foremost in advanced technology"" came to Felix's mind as an overview of the suits was given during the unloading. Surely they would be much better than the standard issue Academy battle armour.<br/><br/>They exceeded his expectations by miles, however. Felix nearly jumped in surprise, letting out a gasp. ""They've customised a suit for each of us!"" He looked at the tube directly in front of him, marked with his name and containing a suit of battle armour, his own battle armour. Where leg armour would have been, there was only a removable repulser holding the suit up. ""They've even considered my condition…""<br/><br/>It was all very exciting. The metal components were a pale gold colour, rather like the hue of caesium metal. A shoulder belt was slung across the torso, holding various objects and what looked like a communication device. Below the suit sat a metal container, marked with the word ""Accessories"", presumably the other miscellaneous parts needed for the suit to function better as a whole.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">This is most exciting. Should be nice to get to start using this right away.</span><br/><br/>His previous experience with battle armour at the Academy meant that Felix knew the suit at least a little, as did the others. However, while the suits at the Academy were dull, matte and mass-produced, this one was a masterpiece, a marvel of extraterrestrial engineering and customisation. What other abilities and secrets it held, he would just have to wait and find out for himself..."
13946,Our Place Among the Stars: Chosen (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323944&start=25,2014-12-20T11:37:00,Arkadum,"Jon couldn't help but raise his eyebrows at the last few questions, and also the Admirals exceedingly deflecting answers. Even though Jon knew that she was hiding something, he didn't really mind. Everyone who had ever lived had something they didn't want to share with the world, and he could only imagine how many more things an Admiral might want to keep quiet. So he didn't dwell on it for long, the Admiral didn't either an soon he turned his attention towards the hovering crates.<br/><br/>When the contents of the boxes came into view after the steam and various other vapors had dispelled, Jon couldn't help but crack a wry-smile at the sight before him. A line of ""Eidolon"" Armor systems, radiant in the harsh light of the bay. Each one of the master-works stood like a statue, its various servos and joint-motors locked into place. Jon immediately noticed the suit marked with his name, apparently they had put in the effort to customize each of these armor systems to their specific user, which indicated that someone had been watching Jon for at least a few months. It also meant that the Core he was now in was one of the best equipped.<br/><br/>His armor was dark green, the back-plate was heavy and solid with a complex system of weight management and muscle enhancement. The shoulders were the same, rigged with a dozen or more systems to enhance his weight carrying abilities far beyond the capabilities of even the strongest human. However, where there normally would have been armor all along his body, it was minimized to cover only the front and the critical areas in the back. Obviously he was intended to carry something heavy."
13947,Our Place Among the Stars: Chosen (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323944&start=25,2014-12-20T15:42:00,New Jordslag,"Maxwell had a look of vague interest on his face once the Admiral answered the question about Core 301 and 302. He didn't even have to pretend, as this WAS interesting. '<span style=""font-style: italic"">Commanders and admirals don't usually hesitate to answer even complicated questions. Whatever happened to them must have been VERY bad. I have a feeling we'll find out sooner or later what happened to them.</span>He thought, intrigued by this development.<br/><br/>However, while interested, he kept his eyes frozen on Asuna in a stare with no emotion. '<span style=""font-style: italic"">This Aheani girl... she seems DIFFERENT somehow from all the other ones I've met. Friendlier, somehow... more Human. Maybe it's just me.</span>' He cast away that train if thought, to clear room for another interesting development: a ship had docked in.<br/><br/>After answering another question, the Admiral ordered the Ship's cargo to be unloaded. Once it was all in the bay, the Admiral walked over and revealed it was Eidolon Power Armor. '<span style=""font-style: italic"">Man, that stuff is bloody powerful.</span>' Maxwell thought, eyes wide. The admiral continued to say something about it being their best friend, but he paid it no mind. Once she was finished, he wandered over there, quickly finding his suit and checking it out. Then he noticed it had a pair of 'Angelic' Wings in the back. They weren't just decorative, though; they were Hover Wings, no doubt, and very powerful ones at that.<br/><br/>Impressed, he quickly finished checking his Power Armor, then wandered over to Asuna. ""Excuse me, Miss Asuna, but will you be wearing Power Armor too? If so, what type?"""
13948,Our Place Among the Stars: Chosen (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323944&start=25,2014-12-20T16:16:00,Brusia,"Paul kept silent during the Admiral's Q&A session, deciding he didn't have any questions that needed to be addressed immediately or in front of the other members of this new core. Instead, he listened to the questions asked by the others and to the answers the Admiral gave, while observing the behavior and body language of those around him. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Seems we have an interesting bunch here</span>"" he thought to himself.<br/><br/>When the transport ship had finished unloading the large containers which held their new power armor, Paul walked around until he found the container with his name on it. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Very nice</span>"" he told himself as he looked at his new suit of armor. It was larger than the armor he was used to, and was painted dark black with a white Hospitaller cross on the front. As he looked his new armor over, he noticed the left arm of the suit was slightly different than the right arm. A quick examination of the left arm soon revealed why. ""A medical omnitool..."" Paul accidentally said aloud. The medical omnitool was one of the most advanced pieces of battlefield medical equipment in the known galaxy. Developed by the Aheani, it had a holographic display, multiple diagnostic tools, and a medigel applicator; most human medics could only dream of getting their hands on one. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">I think I'm going to like this new core</span>"" Paul thought, as he continued examining his new toy..."
13949,Our Place Among the Stars: Chosen (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323944&start=25,2014-12-20T20:49:00,Seno Zhou Varada,"Top of his classes... taken from his core... special operations. This was a lot to handle for Shang. He was used to the simple comfort of his room, the nice soft blankets and the relaxing feel of wood. Those ships they used to transport him never had that feel. It was comfortable and the other person wasn't too bad but still the relaxing nature of safety never came from it. The ship just had an aura of something could go wrong... well maybe it was him. A few waves of homesickness washed over but he didn't break into tears. However he was honored that he would be able to serve the masters, and that pay...<br/><br/>However he was glad when they left that ship. Onto another ship... yay. However this one was an absolute beauty. She was enormous and there were many people, human and Aheani. It was amazing and he could of marvelled for many more minutes but he was guided along to a Q&A session by the admiral and another Aheani. He was however like usual too shy to ask anything and just listened to the answers and speech.<br/><br/>Then they walked over to the boxes as the Admiral guided them too the boxes... and his eyes widened and jaw dropped. He listened to the partner thing but the armours interested him mostly. Them, standing upright like in an attention like stance. He walked over to the one assigned to him and just stared. Red dots painted the black like blood splattered on his armour. It even put up a quick explanation of the armour's abilities and additions. The railgun was amazing. He absolutely loved big guns and the insect like drones were awesome. The jumping abilities just made him say ""Oh my gosh"".<br/><br/>The hover wings just amplified that love by 10. They could make him go even higher in the air. The additions to the legs to increase speed was nice and the small addition to the targeting computer thing was great for his usually inaccurate railgun which is quite useful. But those weren't even the best part. It then showed it's unique ability and it's name just made it better. Invisibility would be perfect! Sneaking away from the central area of the battle to flank the enemy. Though it said legally he had to say it's name whenever he used it he didn't care. ""Thank you... so much"" Shang said in an amazed and stunned way and added ""it's amazing"". He was going to have a lot of fun with this."
13950,Our Place Among the Stars: Chosen (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323944&start=25,2014-12-20T21:00:00,Zarkenis Ultima,"Ereshkigal continued listening with complete attention to what Admiral Catherine said, now that she had officially ended the time for questions. She turned to the transport which had landed earlier, and when the bronze skinned girl followed the admiral with her gaze, she noticed the large hover-crates that came from the transport vessel, and observed them curiously as they arranged themselves some distance away from herself and the others, their formation taking the shape of a rectangle. Ereshkigal watched intently as Admiral Catherine walked over to the transport and began inputting something on a data pad while explaining that they would be receiving what she called a 'partner'. She didn't quite understand it, though. Were they each going to receive a battle partner? If so, why weren't they here with the rest of the core? And what did any of that have to do with the huge hover-crates that had been placed there, not far from them? Surely they hadn't put fellow human beings in the boxes? It would be a most strange thing. Not something she would want to question, if it was done by the will of the masters, but something strange indeed. She wondered why the admiral claimed that romantical attachment was likely.<br/><br/>Ereshkigal was, evidently, bad with figurative language.<br/><br/>As Admiral Catherine continued talking about what they would receive, the Einherjar grew more and more puzzled. Their lives would be ten times easier? Their enemies would cower in their boots? She did not dare question the will of the Aheani, of course, but still she was curious. What manner of monsters had been packaged in those hover-crates and shipped to the Sanctum of Reason? What kind of creature?<br/><br/>Then, Admiral Catherine pressed the final button, and the crates opened, leaving their contents bare. Several tubes, each with differing, custom suits of battle armor within, erect and tall.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""...Oh.""</span>Ereshkigal thought to herself, biting her lip, feeling a bit of shame at being unable to figure out what the admiral had been trying to say. She would likely have been to understand it, if only her superior hadn't been so dead-set on using such confusing language. The compulsion other cores had to use misleading words and inaccurate terms instead of being clear with their speech was something she had never quite managed to understand, but she figured that, now, more than ever, she would have to learn to put up with it and try to understand it, since she was going to be working with people from other cores on a daily basis from now on.<br/><br/>Continuing to listen to the admiral, she now heard her call the armors 'Guardian Angels'. The concept was not one unknown to the younger woman, as the Einherjar had made parts of ancient human mythology their own, and though perhaps the significance of Guardian Angels wasn't entirely true to that held by humans a long time ago, the gist was the same. Regardless, she didn't understand what any of that had to do with the armors, and so, she decided to shrug it off as more inconclusive language. No sense in getting confused over that after all, especially not now, when it seemed that she might still have something important to say. And indeed, that was the case, as the admiral continued talking, explaining that the armors were Eidolon-class, and customised to match the wearer's fighting style. Ereshkigal had heard of Eidolon-class power armor before. Powerful things, not as rare among humans as the Wraith-class armors, but still not something given to anyone, which made the Einherjar feel complimented by being given one of those.<br/><br/>However, that was nothing compared to what she felt afterwards. Figuring that she should go and analyze her own armor, she navigated the open hover-crates, looking at the inscriptions in the tubes, focusing on them in order to find her own name quickly. Soon enough, she found the tube with the word 'Ereshkigal' inscribed on it. Satisfied, she looked up... and her eyes went wide in wonder.<br/><br/>Tall, slender plates of metal, black as the night and yet able to reflect light, like polished rock born from a volcano. Ornamental animalistic traits identified with the beasts worshipped in the ancient times, reflecting the battle prowess and traditions of the Einherjar, whose symbol was present in the suit's chestpiece. And the wings, oh, the wings. So colorful, so beautiful, with their crystalline structures that appeared to be made of precious stones, and the sacrificial blood stains that looked like sparkling rubies, and the symbolic black blades of obsidian luster. Just like the wings of the butterfly figure carved onto her back with blood and ink by her people. Evidently, the masters had been paying her a lot more attention than she believed. They had found her worthy and sent her to the Academy of War. They had found her capable and assigned her to this new joint core. And then, they had given her this beautiful gift, tailored for her and only her. The ammount of appreciation she seemed to be receiving from her masters was just shocking, and Ereshkigal felt a warmth inside her as she fell to one knee in front of the tube, tears forming in her eyes.<br/><br/>""Th-thank you... masters... wherever you are... thank you..."" She said quietly, heartfelt gratitude dancing within the sound of her voice."
13951,Our Place Among the Stars: Chosen (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323944&start=25,2014-12-20T21:26:00,Dustain,"Knowing that despite all the changes she'd still be able to fly made Harriet's smile even wider. She listened absently to the rest of the recruits ask their questions, the only one really standing out was the bronze girls question. They were still allowed contact with their old families which further brightened Harriet's disposition. She could see the people that she loved and now they couldn't tell her off because she belonged to another Core. There would be a lot of new rules of course, but she knew by other cores standards she'd be an upstanding member.<br/><br/>There was still the question of food and quarters, she wanted something a little more substantial than the protein bar she wolfed down but as she raised her hand to ask the Admiral another question she noticed the ship coming in for a landing and followed it, being much more interested in the slightly larger than a person cases they were unloading and lingered a little as she looked for hers. Spying the label ""H. Mercury"" she knew she'd found hers and waited patiently for further instructions.<br/><br/>The noise of the case opening took Harriet a little by surprise and the sight that followed took her attention completely. She met a tall set of power armour, coloured a matte white with blue stripes and armour sections. Each of the arms and legs had little air foils on them along with a small thruster pack similar to the special Soul armour that she used to use during training. She stuck her head around the side, wanting to confirm the presence of a jet pack, but it took her a while to recognise it. Rather than being like a small back pack the thing was elongated to about the total length of the suit, split into too big thrusters that ran parallel each other. Each had intakes at that were higher than the helmet, and just under there were what looked like bay doors for equipment. on either side there were what looked like little canard wings and then a big set of swept back wings that would provide more lift and manoeuvrability, and then a set of big rectangular exhaust ports for the thrusters at the very base. The angles of the pack reminded her of the old stealth fighters she'd seen in the pre-war documents.<br/><br/>She pulled back to look at the breast plate, there was a little image of a shield with a depiction of a bird of prey in a swoop motion with the word Garuda stencilled underneath it.<br/><br/>She turned around to the Admiral and Asuna with a beaming smile, ""Admiral, may we put them on now?"""
13952,Our Place Among the Stars: Chosen (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323944&start=25,2014-12-21T03:34:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Jordslag <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323944&amp;p=22860302#p22860302"">wrote</a>:</cite>Impressed, he quickly finished checking his Power Armor, then wandered over to Asuna. ""Excuse me, Miss Asuna, but will you be wearing Power Armor too? If so, what type?""</div></blockquote><br/>Asuna turned to Max. ""Oh, I have my own suit of Eidolon armour. It's a family heirloom and has been with my ancestors for thousands of years."" She replied proudly, this time she was smiling. ""I've had a bit more experience with it than you..."" She continued<span style=""font-style: italic"">Though, I've not had much chance to use it. After all I've had to train with soul models too...</span>She banished such thoughts, confident she would be able to assist the recruits in the application of their war gear.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Dustain <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323944&amp;p=22863213#p22863213"">wrote</a>:</cite>She turned around to the Admiral and Asuna with a beaming smile, ""Admiral, may we put them on now?""</div></blockquote><br/>""Of course, though for now most of your modules should be on safety lock. They'll come off when needed or during an emergency, like if we're boarded. In fact you'll need them for what we have planned next/"" The Admiral said the last part as if it were within the realms of possibility. ""Also, apologies if I was a bit romantic earlier, but the sooner you lot think of these as more than just tools, the better. These things are more than just armour, they'll become a second skin, another organ to you all soon.""<br/><br/>""Plus... it's hard not to be romantic with such... glorious pieces of art."" The Admiral said with a smile. ""So, everyone should get their armor on now. Get a feel for the new servos and whatnot. Then we'll be moving swiftly on..."" She looked to the Lieutenant. ""You can pick up yours on the way."""
13953,Our Place Among the Stars: Chosen (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323944&start=25,2014-12-21T04:20:00,Bunkeranlage,"Lieutenant Asuna explained how some people actually got ""romantically attached"" to the suits, and already, Felix could see why. He himself did not have any stirrings, not since the day of the accident, but he figured that it wasn't necessary. Maybe it would change, but the thought of attempted romance with a machine didn't quite attract him. Still, it would be most interesting to get to use them, especially in an espionage situation.<br/><br/>The tubes slid open gracefully as Asuna explained that they would get to try the armour on. Felix was stunned. This was to be his, and he would get to try it! It was already a huge difference from the boring ones at the Academy. While they were quite different aesthetically, they were mostly the same in terms of use, though these had much different functions and abilities. Peeling his jacket off and draping it over his shoulder, Felix ran his fingers along the cold, metallic surfaces of the armour. They were smooth, much smoother than anything he knew of. The reflections were clear, allowing him to even see what little stubble he had on his face.<br/><br/>Inside the suit, little wires criss-crossed in an orderly fashion. One look in the helmet revealed an intricate communication system, protected by a metal exterior. A little microphone was strategically positioned, just near the mouth but not in a position to cause the wearer's lips any discomfort. Even the respirators, what were normally bulky and messy, were not obstructive, simply coiled around the side of the helmet. The visor was clear, with a slight yellow tint, reminiscent of champagne. Upon further scrutiny, tiny markings were visible. These would be lit up when the armour was turned on. How? That was just Aheani engineering.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Truly a masterpiece.</span><br/><br/>To start things off, Felix decided on testing out the grip. That would be an important part of the suit, considering how much they used firearms. He slid his right hand into the black polyester glove, then into the metal gauntlet of the armour. It was a perfect fit. Every little detail, every part of his hand, they knew it all. The thought of it terrified him a little, but it was overcome by his amazement at the armour itself. Not to mention the extra modules which Asuna claimed would be ""locked away"" for the time being. Considering how much they knew about his physique, it wouldn't be surprising if they knew about some of his other traits, like his perfect pitch for example, or something even he himself did not know…<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Now for the chest plate.</span><br/><br/>That too, was a perfect fit. The metal was light, yet it felt extremely sturdy and did not bulge too much, perfect for his slightly deficient chest muscles. How they came to know every part of his body, he did not know. Probably from some monitoring back at the academy. Still, it was quite extraordinary, how they were able to do that. He looked around, as the others were taking closer looks at their suits or trying them on. How they found it, he would have to wait, until another opportunity arrived to ask them.<br/><br/>For now, he simply stood in front of the tube, flexing his fingers inside the gauntlet and stooping, looking inside the box at the bottom. It was filled with extra parts, for what purpose, he did not know. Looking around and noticing that the others didn't have it, it then struck him. These were meant for his blades! There had to be a way to attach them to the rest of the suit, and these were the parts that were meant for it! Despite has quiet and stoic appearance, Felix was overjoyed and exhilarated at the prospect of this. He would actually get to use it along with his blades, unless he would be provided access to some special mechanical prosthesis rather than the admittedly primitive carbon fibre ones he was using now.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Though I may or may not look a little like a chicken in it. At least I wasn't a bodybuilder. That would have made me look like crap.</span><br/><br/>Though he didn't try on the full suit at that time, it was still enough for him to get a feel of the general thing. The gauntlet was extremely manoeuvrable and responsive, allowing him to either stretch or clench his fingers with ease. The chest plate was light, and he could hardly feel it there, even though he was still in his civilian clothes. Had he worn the entire body suit included in the entire battle armour package, it would have been much better. Now, however, was just a testing session or, to bring up Asuna's ""romantic"" explanation, an ice breaker."
13954,Our Place Among the Stars: Chosen (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323944&start=25,2014-12-21T07:53:00,Dustain,"“It's okay Admiral.” Harriet said with an almost melodic cadence.<br/><br/>She pressed a little latch at the side of the suit, commanding the armour to split down the middle and open up, revealing the soft lined interior. She ran her hands along the black upholstery before she dropped her duffel.<br/><br/>She couldn't get into the skin tight suit dressed in her civilian clothes, so she began pealing off her garments in the middle of the hangar. Even if everyone wasn't absorbed by the magnificence of their own suit Harriet wouldn't blush, Thunderbirds weren't renowned for their modesty. She collected her blue and white flight suit from her bag and began dropping her clothing through the opening. Her shoes first, then socks, jacket, jeans, t-shirt. Then finally her bra and panties. Her perky body exposed in the middle of the deck she quickly put on her baggy flight suit. She pressed a soft key on the wrist and with a hiss the garment shrunk until it was skin tight.<br/><br/>She then climbed in to the crate, holding on to the shoulders of her suit as she spun around and slid her foot into the boots. They closed up on her feet with a click as the rest of the armour engulfed her, closing up and locking her body in section by section until the only part of her that was exposed was her head. Part of the helmet stayed folded back and a set of thick, antennas that were shaped aerodynamically closed over here ears followed by a targeting visor which covered her eyes.<br/><br/>Blue neons glowed along some on the angles and in-between some of the armour segments as the strength increasing servos came online, though there were a lot of systems that registered as locked on her visor; thrusters, special weapons, and a couple of modules that she wasn't familiar with called a replicator and an blink teleporter. With a shrug she stepped out, from the sounds of it she'd get to try them out in a second.<br/><br/>With a gleeful expression she ran her 'preflights' checking all of the control surfaces and avionics in her suit as she waited fro the next set of instructions."
13955,Our Place Among the Stars: Chosen (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323944&start=25,2014-12-21T11:01:00,New Jordslag,"<blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323944&amp;p=22865741#p22865741"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Jordslag <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323944&amp;p=22860302#p22860302"">wrote</a>:</cite>Impressed, he quickly finished checking his Power Armor, then wandered over to Asuna. ""Excuse me, Miss Asuna, but will you be wearing Power Armor too? If so, what type?""</div></blockquote><br/>Asuna turned to Max. ""Oh, I have my own suit of Eidolon armour. It's a family heirloom and has been with my ancestors for thousands of years."" She replied proudly, this time she was smiling. ""I've had a bit more experience with it than you..."" She continued <span style=""font-style: italic"">Though, I've not had much chance to use it. After all I've had to train with soul models too...</span> She banished such thoughts, confident she would be able to assist the recruits in the application of their war gear.</div></blockquote><br/>Maxwell gave a small smile at this. Were it not for the fact she looked and talked like an Aheani, he could have easily mistaken her for a Human. She was much nicer and friendlier then the Aheani of his Hometown, London. '<span style=""font-style: italic"">I have a feeling I'll get along with her well.</span>' He thought. ""Thank you, Miss Asuna. You sound like a great commander."" He looked right at her eyes for a couple seconds. His eyes now had an emotion in them: the depths of Despair, like he had lived far too long through far too many bad things. He sighed and then turned away.<br/><br/>Walking back towards the suits, he briefly noticed that one of the girls had taken her clothes off and was getting into her Power Armor, but he paid it little mind and was unfazed. He put his Power Armor on him and found it fit like a glove. ""Seems they went all out to make these perfectly suited to us."" He muttered to himself. He ran a systems check on his suit. If it was damaged, he didn't want to find out in battle.<br/><br/>Finding nothing damaged, he rolled over the events of the exhausting day. He just wanted to go on a mission. He had never asked for a special core. He wanted to fight, to help Humanity survive. He was tired of all this. He wasn't about to be ungrateful, however. If they formed this core, they had a purpose for it. And it must have been a good one too, considering how extensive this all was. The Aheani didn't just hand out Eidolon Power Armor because they felt like it.<br/><br/>Proceeding to take a deep breath, he went over to the Admiral. ""Excuse me for not asking during the Q&A, Admiral, but what comes after this?"" He said through his Power Armor."
13956,Our Place Among the Stars: Chosen (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323944&start=25,2014-12-21T13:12:00,Seno Zhou Varada,"Shang stared at the armor in wonder. His mind barely hearing the lieutenant Asuna well he thought she was a lieutenant, allow them to put on the armor. He then took off his light blue robe he wore when in formalities that kinda made him look like he had a skirt on revealing a dark blue simple sleeveless shirt. He however left his pants on and began to get inside the armor.<br/><br/>It opened up with a beautiful hiss and revealed the inside. His feet once he took off his shoes fit perfectly into the armor. His legs also fit perfectly into the armor and his legs could bend the joint even when it wasn't activated. His main body then slipped into the chest area with the back having some nice padding. He then slid his arms.into the armor. It felt tight yet comfortable as he moved around his fingers with the armor moving with him. Then he slipped his head into the helmet. This glass had a dark red tint reminding him of blood on some glass that combined to make this beautiful color. The pads also extended along his neck onto his head making sure he was comfortable. Then pressing a button on his hand the suit closed then activated. The HUD then came up and he stared in amazement. He saw a list of various names and options. Heck this thing could play music. His mind just exploded with everything. ""Th..thank you"" he slowly said in astonishment ""I really want to test this out in a target range or place where I can get up high""."
13957,Our Place Among the Stars: Chosen (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323944&start=25,2014-12-21T13:40:00,Zarkenis Ultima,"Still kneeling in front of the beautiful gift of her masters to her, Ereshkigal's attention to her surroundings was greatly diminished as she tried to rein in her emotions. It would do her no good to cry in the presence of one of the masters, especially one such as Asuna, who was meant to be their leader in combat situations. What would she think if she saw the tears in her eyes? Would she think her weak? Would she judge her unworthy and send her back? Of course, it was entirely possible that none of that would happen. It was entirely possible that she wouldn't even notice. And yet, the mere possibility that any of that could happen riddled the Einherjar with fear as she wiped the tears from her eyes and hastily stood up, perfectly straight once again. She felt quite ashamed after that, not just because of her small emotional outburst, justified as it might be considering the apparent generosity of the masters, but also because of her bout of rampant insecurity. Truth be told, she was not quite sure why she felt so insecure at this time, but she suspected it: because she was out of her element. There was not the comforting presence of her people or the glorious serenity of combat, only strangers who spoke to the masters as they would speak to anyone else.<br/><br/>The Einherjar shook her head. She was thinking too much about the wrong things. Her head always hurt when she did that. It made her confused.<br/><br/>Instead, she looked up at the armor suit that stood proudly before her once again. A beautiful gift from her masters, indeed. Ereshkigal gazed upon it and almost smiled. Almost.<br/><br/>Hearing the admiral urging them to put on the armor and try it out, the bronze skinned girl obediently stepped forward as the tube around the armor retreated in order to let her pass. Now able to look more closely and even touch the armor, she examined it carefully, running her bandaged hands along the angles and edges of the armor, feeling the heapiece, the gauntlets and talons of the mechanical marvel, running her fingers across the edges of the wings. The awe she felt at the craftsmanship of this armor was enormous. She couldn't possibly consider this a simple tool, it was a wonderful gift. It was not a weapon or a piece of equipment, it was anything but. It was a paintbrush over a canvas. It was a musical instrument. It was a pen writing an epic. A part of herself, as the admiral mentioned, and something with which she would be able to perform the one art she was acquainted with: the art of war.<br/><br/>Moving to stand behind the armor, Ereshkigal witnessed it open up, the torso splitting open at the ridge between the butterfly wings in order to allow her to get inside the armor. Dressed in unobstructive clothing as she was, the Einherjar felt no need to do something such as what Harriet had done, and instead, placing her bandage-covered hands on the shoulders of the armor, she used her grip to support herself and jumped into the suit. Once inside, she thrust her hands into the gauntlets and put on the headpiece, which connected seamlessly with the rest of the armor. The back of the armor then merged back together, the wings returning to their positions as the armor closed in on Ereshkigal. And it fit wonderfully. The suit was perfectly adapted to her figure, her hands, her feet. Truly, it was a second skin, a part of herself. The suit had been created specifically to bear her within, evidently, but at that moment, the young woman felt as if<span style=""font-style: italic"">she</span>had been created specifically to be placed within that suit.<br/><br/>And that was only the tip of the iceberg. In addition to that, Ereshkigal felt everything else. She felt as though she could withstand a meteor impact unscathed. She felt as if she could shrug off bullets and rockets alike. She felt the wings on her back and the scorpion tail behind her as if they were a part of her, as if they had always been there. She could not move them, not at this moment, as they were locked into an inactive state, but she could feel them. And it was wonderful.<br/><br/>Deciding to try to move around inside the armor, Ereshkigal began doing a small performance of her own, a combat dance of sorts, moving and performing attacks with a perfect martial cadence. She could move inside the suit just as well as she could move outside of it. Part of her even dared to think that she could move better while inside of it, such was the prowess of this power armor that had been granted to her. Making sure that there was enough space behind her, she performed a backflip, infinitely pleased to see that she could do it with ease, neither the wings nor the tail serving as obstacles. She continued performing all sorts of kicks and flips and turns, and at every maneuver she was amazed to see that she had no problem whatsoever.<br/><br/>""I am ready, masters."" She said to the lieutenant and the admiral, her quiet voice amplified and slightly distorted by the armor. She then had it open up once again, climbing out of the butterfly-winged power armor and awaiting further instructions."
13958,Our Place Among the Stars: Chosen (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323944&start=25,2014-12-21T14:14:00,Cainesland,"D.E.L.T.A. Listened to the Admiral during his speech and following Q&A, finding the whole thing fascinating. It got even cooler when the shipment was revealed. He waited in his chair for a few minutes before heading over.<br/><br/>He walked over to the crates, the others who had been brought there were looking through their crates with huge grins on their faces. That only heightened his curiosity. As he walked over the black hanger floor he saw light pouring onto a crate. Curious he walked over to it. It was a large crate, made of steel and his name on top. A crowbar was beside it. Delta grabbed it and prayed the crate open as his colleagues had done minutes before. What he saw before him was difficult to take in, it was that awesome. He picked up the shiny new helmet, it reminded him of an Eva helmet mixed with an overlapping helm for physical reinforcement. The shoulder pads had an overlapping design and the chest piece resembled a reinforced version of the standard issue spartan gear as did the rest of it. A scorpion like tail protruded from it's abdomen and 2 identical hover wings protruded from where its shoulder-blades are. 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And then some.> he thought too himself incredibly thankful. D.E.L.T.A. began putting on his given power armour. Picked up the boots, and put them on, replacing his parade boots. He then moved onto putting on the lower body armour pieces, starting with the shins. Moving on, he put on his torso armour with the arms. He looked down at himself after taking the time to put on his armour, and admired the armour, his helmet in hand. The armour shined and glimmered like the ocean at sundown, reflecting like a mirror. Putting on the on the helmet the world developed a new view, <this is really cool> Delta thought to himself. The helmet made everything seem so much clearer, like he was wearing glasses and needed them.<br/><br/>Delta looked at himself in the mirror like surface of the crate, a scorpion like tail hung behind him and the 2 wings stuck out from his back. ""This is sweet!"" He said from inside his helmet. Delta locked the crate back up and walked over to the shielded window of the window that looked out into space. <I wonder what other features this suit has? And what the admiral meant by these suits becoming out best friend?>.<br/><br/>Suddenly he heard another voice in his head. ""Hello Alpha would you like to run the tutorial program?"". ""What? Oh, Yes please. Who are you?"" Asked D.E.L.T.A. while thinking. ""I am an AI in your head. You may refer to me as Delta if you wish"". ""Ok thank you Delta. You may begin with the tutorial program"" replied D.E.L.T.A. . ""Ok let's begin alpha (D.E.L.T.A.'s last name) Your suit is equipped with a venomous injector in the form of a tail, with it you may kill your enemies in a silent and quick manner but is a close or medium range weapon, like all suit functions you may control it by thought. Next..."" The AI delta was interrupted when (human) D.E.L.T.A. asked a question. ""Hold it, by thought?"". ""Yes, like being able to walk you can control your suit with your mind. Some things are best left up to your AI's though"". ""I see, sorry for interrupting please continue delta."". Thank you, .. next you have a pair of hover wings. These will allow you to fly with control and precision at a good pace through the sky."". ""That is so cool"" interrupted D.E.L.T.A. ""Sorry continue"". ""Your suit is specially equipped with nanites. This means that your suit has the capacity to maintain and repair itself at anytime automatically. It is also specially equipped to improve upon your natural speed and strength. Your power armour has an advanced holographic projector which allows you to project up to 3 different holograms at any given times, these holograms should allow you to reliably fool all but the most perceptive of enemies.<br/><br/>Your helmet is equipped with many features. Among them are visual and audio recorders, music players, night and day vision, time, directions, compass, targeting systems, weather, and both visual and audio Communications to name a few.<br/><br/>Finally every armour has a feature unique to it. Your armour is equipped with advanced/ enhanced AI's such as myself. We are superior in every sense of the word to the ai's installed in the suits of other power armour wearers and can assist greatly with your fighting and other tasks. In addition unlike the ai's installed in most of the other suits we are able to communicate with you."". ""Wait, you mean the others can't talk with their ai's?"". ""That is correct"". ""I'm pretty lucky then"". ""That depends on what your comparing too"". ""Of course but still it's pretty sweet"". ""Indeed it is"" replied the ai. ""The Tutorial is now over"". ""Thank you delta"" said D.E.L.T.A. . D.E.L.T.A then stopped and walked back over to the crates having just finished his first mental conversation with another entity within his head in his life to his remembrance."
13959,Our Place Among the Stars: Chosen (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323944&start=25,2014-12-21T21:51:00,The Orson Empire,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Docking Bay, The Sanctum of Reason</span><br/><br/>Jerome Forren had read the notice from Admiral Kaur. Jerome couldn't believe that he of all people had been selected for this ""exclusive new program"", especially due to his general hatred of both the military and the Aheani. However, Jerome hated the fact that he would have to leave his core, the Freedom Riders, as he absolutely loved the core. The people in his core shared some of the same opinions and viewpoints that Jerome had, and he had got along with them well and made a lot of friends. And now, due to how well he had performed in the academy, he would have to leave them, much to his dismay. Jerome had made his way to his academy's transport center, and he had taken a shuttle to<span style=""font-style: italic"">The Sanctum of Reason</span>.<br/><br/>Jerome had fallen asleep when the coalition transport landed in the docking bay of the large battlecruiser. As the doors of the transport opened, Jerome stepped out into this new and unfamiliar environment. It even had a different smell than what Jerome was used to. The docking bay was huge, which he had anticipated. However, as Jerome waited for a commanding officer to come, he watched the others socialize with one another. However, he did not speak to anyone. He did not recognize anyone he saw, which made him feel isolated. They looked different and talked different.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">I guess these are my new associates</span>, Jerome thought as he continued surveying the bay.<br/><br/>He very much wished he could be back with his core right now.<br/><br/>Then, as Admiral Catherine and Lieutenant Asuna Ikan-Gai walked in, Jerome snapped to attention and watched as the admiral began speaking. Jerome looked at Asuna with contempt, and was displeased to learn that she would be his commanding officer. Jerome had an extreme hatred of the Aheani, as they were the ones that had conscripted Jerome into his miserable life as a soldier. He could not wait for the day when the Aheani were finally overthrown.<br/><br/>Then, as the admiral revealed the Eidolon power armor, Jerome raised one of his eyebrows. Now this, he had not expected. Jerome walked over to the power armor assigned to him and checked it out.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">This incredible!</span>Jerome thought as he looked over all of its components. The armor was even painted in his favorite colors: red, white and blue.<br/><br/>While taking a brief look behind him, Jerome noticed a very attractive woman getting into her power armor. He then decided to approach her."
13960,Our Place Among the Stars: Chosen (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323944&start=25,2014-12-21T22:55:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Jordslag <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323944&amp;p=22868077#p22868077"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323944&amp;p=22865741#p22865741"">wrote</a>:</cite>Asuna turned to Max. ""Oh, I have my own suit of Eidolon armour. It's a family heirloom and has been with my ancestors for thousands of years."" She replied proudly, this time she was smiling. ""I've had a bit more experience with it than you..."" She continued <span style=""font-style: italic"">Though, I've not had much chance to use it. After all I've had to train with soul models too...</span> She banished such thoughts, confident she would be able to assist the recruits in the application of their war gear.</div></blockquote><br/>Maxwell gave a small smile at this. Were it not for the fact she looked and talked like an Aheani, he could have easily mistaken her for a Human. She was much nicer and friendlier then the Aheani of his Hometown, London. '<span style=""font-style: italic"">I have a feeling I'll get along with her well.</span>' He thought. ""Thank you, Miss Asuna. You sound like a great commander."" He looked right at her eyes for a couple seconds. His eyes now had an emotion in them: the depths of Despair, like he had lived far too long through far too many bad things. He sighed and then turned away.<br/><br/>Proceeding to take a deep breath, he went over to the Admiral. ""Excuse me for not asking during the Q&amp;A, Admiral, but what comes after this?"" He said through his Power Armor.</div></blockquote><br/>""Thank you very-"" Asuna was caught by him staring into her eyes, and was unsure why the human was insisting upon doing so. But she saw something in those eyes... something sad and in despair. Her eyes narrowed in confusion. ""Uh...Um...Are-"" She wondered why he had such feelings inside. She didn't know what to say, and so said nothing.<span style=""font-style: italic"">What...</span><br/><br/>The Admiral turned to Max. ""Well you lot are going to have your first experience at working together as a team... then if all goes according to plan... lunch?"" She thought for a second. ""Yes... Lunch.""<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Zarkenis Ultima <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323944&amp;p=22869797#p22869797"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I am ready, masters."" She said to the lieutenant and the admiral, her quiet voice amplified and slightly distorted by the armor.</div></blockquote><br/>Asuna noticed the Einherjar's eyes were red and wet. Feeling this was a good moment to bond with her troops, she walked over to her, lowering her voice. ""Don't worry, I cried when I first saw<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Ayshenai Jai-Un Mak""</span>too... It's perfectly normal."" She whispered, nodding. She spoke quietly, so that not even Jerome who was approaching the two of them could hear. ""They... really are beautiful... are they not?"" When she noticed Jerome, she backed off, moving away to get her own armour.<br/><br/>Meanwhile Kiku moved over to her suit, a hand touching the armour, black as night.<span style=""font-style: italic"">So. This is Phantom.</span>She thought. She touched it, the suit responding instantly and opening up, each part ready to be put on.<span style=""font-style: italic"">It suits me. A ghost, a drifting soul like I am now.</span>She put it on, curling her fists in the armour.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Someday, I will be more than a drifting soul. Someday I will regain what I have lost.</span><br/><br/>Meanwhile, Janett and George both put on their armour, having similar thoughts as the rest of the recruits, though Janett wasn't feeling particularly grateful..."
13961,Our Place Among the Stars: Chosen (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323944&start=25,2014-12-21T23:32:00,Zarkenis Ultima,"As she waited for further instructions, Ereshkigal soon noticed Asuna approaching her. Uncertain of why the Aheani was doing such a thing at that moment, the bronze-skinned girl merely stood still. Were there still tears in her eyes perhaps? What if the master saw them? What would she think? The Einherjar's insecurity, which she had managed to beat back into the deeper recesses of her mind, surfaced once again to plague her, though she miraclously managed to avoid showing any of this as Asuna approached. And when the Aheani was next to her, Ereshkigal was infinitely surprised to hear what she had to say. She did know, she did see the tears in her eyes, but she thought no less of her for it. In fact, she claimed to have cried herself as well, when she gazed upon her own power armor. And though the Einherjar's own insecurity had been unable to change her facial expression, the surprise of finding out all this about the lieutenant caused her eyes, still red, to open wide in surprise and in wonder. To think that her superior had been through the same, and that she was perfectly willing to share this with her... It filled Ereshkigal with a sort of warmth once again, and she felt that her duty with the Aheani had just been reinforced tenfold.<br/><br/>""Y-yes, master..."" She said quietly when Asuna called the Eidolon suits beautiful, nodding herself. ""They are...""<br/><br/>And just like that, the moment was over, and Asuna headed elsewhere, but the impression she had made on Ereshkigal was undoubtedly a lasting one. Her intent had been to bond with her troops, and she had managed just that. The young woman with the reddish black hair watched the Aheani step away, her insecurities quelled by the Asuna's kind words. She felt blessed to have been put under the command of a master like that, and she felt that this experience reinforced the creed of the Einherjar, to bleed and burn for their masters. Certainly, after that, she felt ready for anything, she told herself as she wiped her eyes.<br/><br/>For anything except interacting with another human being. Glancing to the side, Ereshkigal noticed a man standing there, nearby. He seemed to be looking straight at her, for some reason she couldn't quite understand. Had he seen her cry too? Had everyone seen that? The Einherjar bit her lip slightly, embarassed. Perhaps the others would not be as kind as her master with that sort of behavior, but no matter, the master's kindness was enough. However, she couldn't see any sort of mockery in his eyes. Or sympathy, for that matter. Quite simply, she couldn't see why he was looking at her so intently, but she found it curious, and examined the man. He was rather tall, perhaps not as much as that other man who had been staring at Asuna, but certainly tall. Were Ereshkigal still in her power armor, she would have towered over him, but here, outside, exposed, she looked small in comparison. His skin was white, as was that of most others present. That was another thing that made her feel uncomfortable in her current group, everyone else seemed to have pale skin, while hers was dark, the color of bronze. She was fairly certain that there were humans like that all around the world, not just among the Einherjar, but this group sure wasn't very representative in that regard. His hair was black and his eyes brown, she noted, though she didn't make any sort of judgement on his appearance, simply looking back at him with an objective gaze.<br/><br/>Finally, she figured that she could simply try to talk to him, as strange as it felt for her.<br/><br/>""...Hello."" She began, speaking with her usual quiet voice, her words bearing little emotion despite her still teary eyes, but polite nonetheless. ""Did you need something from me?"" She asked the man."
13962,Our Place Among the Stars: Chosen (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323944&start=25,2014-12-22T00:34:00,The Orson Empire,"As Jerome stood there looking at the woman, he began to really see how beautiful she was. She had dark skin and amber eyes, which had made her stand out from the rest of the crowd. Nevertheless, the moment Jerome had laid eyes on her, something had drawn him towards her...but he did not know what it was. Perhaps it was his destiny to meet her.<br/><br/>""Hello,"" Jerome would say. Jerome had seen her crying earlier when she was in the suit, and he wanted to know what had saddened her.<br/><br/>""Are you alright?"" Jerome would ask."
13963,Our Place Among the Stars: Chosen (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323944&start=25,2014-12-22T01:55:00,Brusia,"After the Admiral instructed everyone to put on their armor, Paul pressed the small, concealed button on his suit of armor which opened it up and allowed him to enter. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Looks like a snug fit</span>"" he thought, as he looked at the suit's interior. He then looked around for a moment at some of the others in the hanger and at their new suits, when he noticed a young woman was stripping down in the middle of the hanger, apparently so she could fit inside her armor. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Hopefully it's not <span style=""font-weight: bold"">that</span> snug...</span>he thought, as he began approaching his armor. Fortunately, it wasn't, and he was able to fit into and control the suit just fine without having to change. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">That's a relief</span>"" he thought to himself ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Now I wonder what other fun surprises they have in store for us today...</span>"""
13964,Our Place Among the Stars: Chosen (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323944&start=25,2014-12-22T02:38:00,Bunkeranlage,"Felix didn't bother trying on the entire suit that time. It would take too long to get his prosthetics attached to the rest of the armour, and it would take him a while to get used to the various accessories required to do that.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">No worries, I can always do that another time.</span><br/><br/>He took some cursory glances at the other people. Some were more hesitant to try on the suit or various components of it. Then, of course, there was a girl who had stripped completely just so she could get a better feel of the inside of the suit. He didn't really pay much attention to it, unusual as it was. Sex was just something he never had much interest in.<br/><br/>The majority of them were eagerly jumping into their suits like nobody's business, something he himself longed to be able to do himself. Unfortunately, his required quite a bit of extra tweaking to put it on from the looks of it, and he wasn't about to just sit down and do that. Clicking a tiny lever on the side of the chest plate and pulling it off, he held it with his armoured right hand, looking about at the others.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Some interaction would be nice...</span><br/><br/>While most were too engrossed in playing with their new toys, he noticed a girl, the one who had stripped, was looking about, appearing to be more open to a conversation. ""She seems nice enough"", he said to himself, a ghost of a smile gently tugging at his lips. He walked over to her, peeling the gauntlet off his hand. ""Hello"", he said gently, as the girl turned around."
13965,Our Place Among the Stars: Chosen (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323944&start=25,2014-12-22T03:25:00,Republic of Hasgriu,"When Admiral Isebel unveiled the Eidolon power armour suits, Nicolas was completely awed. After the steamy vapours dissipated, he could clearly see the grand splendour of the customised masterpieces. The suits were certainly quite a large step up from the Soul armour he had trained with back in the War Academy with the Fourth. Every single one of the suits were unique, handcrafted (well, designed) by the Aheani engineers. Perhaps he was only partially correct when he said the core was formed in an emergency-like manner. The Aheani were not a people to underestimate.<br/><br/>Nicolas doubted that he would form a 'romantic attachment' with the suit, but it would certainly be valuable when he (inevitably) gets caught in the line of fire. He could not just stay in the back and shoot, after all. They would fall into an ambush someday. Hopefully they would be prepared, but that would defeat the purpose of an ambush, wouldn't it?<br/><br/>Nicolas walked up to the Eidolon-class to inspect it. He found his name imprinted onto the side of one of the hover-crates, both in English and in Mandarin. How the Aheani had learned his Chinese name was beyond him, so he just attributed it to the unknown methods of his heroes. (And heroines.) The crate also stated that the armour was caller Chu-Ko-Nu, one of the names for the repeating crossbows of ancient China. Nicolas found the name rather ironic, as the repeating crossbow was not exactly known for its range.<br/><br/>The power armour was sleek and elegant, unlike some of the other suits, which were more heavyweight and bulky, with stacks of plates attached all over. It was pale white, like a pearl scooped up by divers from days gone by. It shone brightly in the well-lit docking bay, contrasting with the black depths of space beyond. Examination of the back of the suit revealed that the Aheani had kindly included a morale-boosting phrase on the back. While 'protect your country' didn't really apply in modern day, as the empire spanned dozens of systems, it was still patriotic and inspiring.<br/><br/>Nicolas then continued with his examination by checking the internal systems and the modules of the power suit. Thankfully, he could remain decent in his power armour, unlike some of his colleagues. The inside of the suit was surprisingly comfortable. It was not luxurious, but still higher than his expectations. The Aheani must have considered it as a factor in combat effectiveness. How considerate.<br/><br/>The HUD suddenly loaded up in front of Nicolas, jolting him to a state of heightened alertness. He soon realised what was going on, though, and relaxed a bit. After a cursory systems check, he found that the suit included an electronic warfare module, which apparently allowed him to control electric devices. He was curious to test the extent of the module's power, but saved the testing for later, during training. Considering himself thoroughly pleased with Chu-Ko-Nu, he exited the Eidolon-clas power armour with a sizeable grin."
13966,Our Place Among the Stars: Chosen (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323944&start=25,2014-12-22T04:51:00,Dustain,"The little canards on Harriet's arm wiggled slightly as she played around with the different automatic controls. She then twitched her ears and the antenna automatically realigned, exaggerating her wiggles into wide sweeping motions, giving her a crisper sound. She then took up an offensive posture, foot forward, and tried punching the air a few times, testing the arm strength. She defiantly wanted to try punching something.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323944&amp;p=22877158#p22877158"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Hello""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>“Oh, hello.” Harriet said looking over her shoulder with a look at surprise. She quickly brought her entire body to face him by spinning the unbalanced looking suit on her heal and blushed slightly. “Sorry, I just was a little too absorbed in this suit. Please forgive me, my name is Harriet, and it's a pleasure to meet you.” She said with a beaming smile. Her eyes didn't drift down to his prostheses or examine him in anyway, aside from note that he was the only new recruit out of his armour.<br/><br/>“Hey, you're not in your new suit. Something wrong with it?”"
13967,Our Place Among the Stars: Chosen (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323944&start=25,2014-12-22T04:59:00,Bunkeranlage,"Felix smiled coyly, pulling up the legs of his jeans to reveal the carbon fibre blades that replaced his calves. ""Nyeh, it's a little more complicated for me"", he remarked casually. ""Still, this armour is quite remarkable, don't you think? I tested the grip earlier, and it feels pretty sound."" He looked around, fiddling with the gauntlet and the black glove. Harriet seemed like a nice girl. Immediately, Felix's thoughts flashed back to the incident, the explosion…<br/><br/>""I'm sorry"", he said weirdly. A short awkward silence ensued, before he continued, ""So… how do you find your time here so far?""<br/><br/>He was anxious to know as much of his new friends as he could. Having lost most of his old ones, and the rest after his conscription, some new acquaintances would eventually be called for, lest he go mad from loneliness. After all, this new core was the perfect opportunity for him to get to know others. And it was an opportunity he didn't plan to leave to waste away."
13968,Our Place Among the Stars: Chosen (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323944&start=25,2014-12-22T05:27:00,Dustain,"Harriet smiled as he talked, looking at the blades with interest for a moment. There were a few in her old core with missing limbs but most of the time they had prostheses that hid them completely, she'd never seen something like the blades before. She waited patiently as the boy stumbled over his words slightly.<br/><br/>She looked up thoughtfully as she considered his question. “Well first I was a little disappointed the trip was over, I'd fallen asleep while I was listening to Tchaikovsky's 20th opus and I don't know when I'm going to get a chance to listen to it again and it is one of my favourites.” She put her finger up to her mouth thoughtfully “I still don't really, but I've got a new suit now, and I think it will go really fast.” She said with a beaming smile. “So anyway, then I was hungry, but I had a bar in my pack so that's fine now, then a little sad because I might not going to see my family again. Then there was the afore mentioned glee upon receiving my super cool advanced suit, and now we're talking.”<br/><br/>She took her eyes off the boy for a second and looked up the ceiling with a thoughtful grin. “I suppose that's a lot of emotions to go through in such a short amount of time, but I'm sure it will all settle down shortly.” She then looked back at him with a wide smile “Anyway, you never told me your name. I'm pretty sure it's rude not to introduce yourself properly.” She said with a genuine and kind tone."
13969,Our Place Among the Stars: Chosen (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323944&start=25,2014-12-22T05:33:00,Bunkeranlage,"Felix chuckled quietly, saying to her with a little embarrassment, ""Oh… yes. I'm Felix Jakobsson. Nice to meet you… Harriet."" He read the name on the side of the tube. ""You see, they did have some, more advanced prostheses at the hospital, but I couldn't afford to get them. These ones, while rather obsolete and crude, are still pretty much useable. Maybe I can get a new pair sometime later…"" His words trailed off dreamily.<br/><br/>""You listen to classical too?"" Felix was, himself, a classical musician. He had always dreamed of performing in an orchestra when he was younger. That dream, however, never surfaced, for his knowledge of the instruments which he had taught himself were deemed… insufficient… to join the orchestra in his core. In his own free time, he would play various Mozart concertos on the ancient piano passed down from his grand-aunt. That was all.<br/><br/>""I happen to be able to play some classical music too. Perhaps, if we could meet up, or share a room, I could perform some for you. Maybe a couple of Wagner arias, or something…"" He smiled faintly, letting go of his jeans and allowing the legs to fall back, obscuring the majority of his prostheses."
13970,Our Place Among the Stars: Chosen (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323944&start=25,2014-12-22T05:40:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Republic of Hasgriu <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323944&amp;p=22877354#p22877354"">wrote</a>:</cite>When Admiral Isebel unveiled the Eidolon power armour suits, Nicolas was completely awed. After the steamy vapours dissipated, he could clearly see the grand splendour of the customised masterpieces. The suits were certainly quite a large step up from the Soul armour he had trained with back in the War Academy with the Fourth. Every single one of the suits were unique, handcrafted (well, designed) by the Aheani engineers. Perhaps he was only partially correct when he said the core was formed in an emergency-like manner. The Aheani were not a people to underestimate. <br/><br/>Nicolas doubted that he would form a 'romantic attachment' with the suit, but it would certainly be valuable when he (inevitably) gets caught in the line of fire. He could not just stay in the back and shoot, after all. They would fall into an ambush someday. Hopefully they would be prepared, but that would defeat the purpose of an ambush, wouldn't it?<br/><br/>Nicolas walked up to the Eidolon-class to inspect it. He found his name imprinted onto the side of one of the hover-crates, both in English and in Mandarin. How the Aheani had learned his Chinese name was beyond him, so he just attributed it to the unknown methods of his heroes. (And heroines.) The crate also stated that the armour was caller Chu-Ko-Nu, one of the names for the repeating crossbows of ancient China. Nicolas found the name rather ironic, as the repeating crossbow was not exactly known for its range.<br/><br/>The power armour was sleek and elegant, unlike some of the other suits, which were more heavyweight and bulky, with stacks of plates attached all over. It was pale white, like a pearl scooped up by divers from days gone by. It shone brightly in the well-lit docking bay, contrasting with the black depths of space beyond. Examination of the back of the suit revealed that the Aheani had kindly included a morale-boosting phrase on the back. While 'protect your country' didn't really apply in modern day, as the empire spanned dozens of systems, it was still patriotic and inspiring.<br/><br/>Nicolas then continued with his examination by checking the internal systems and the modules of the power suit. Thankfully, he could remain decent in his power armour, unlike some of his colleagues. The inside of the suit was surprisingly comfortable. It was not luxurious, but still higher than his expectations. The Aheani must have considered it as a factor in combat effectiveness. How considerate. <br/><br/>The HUD suddenly loaded up in front of Nicolas, jolting him to a state of heightened alertness. He soon realised what was going on, though, and relaxed a bit. After a cursory systems check, he found that the suit included an electronic warfare module, which apparently allowed him to control electric devices. He was curious to test the extent of the module's power, but saved the testing for later, during training. Considering himself thoroughly pleased with Chu-Ko-Nu, he exited the Eidolon-clas power armour with a sizeable grin.</div></blockquote><br/>Kiku was about to put on her helmet when she noticed another person nearby putting on their armour. She paused, looking at him and his armour. She moved towards him, her power armour slightly dwarfing him now that he was out of his. She looked to the armour, then to him, a curious look on her face. She wondered briefly if she had seen him before as he looked at least halfway familiar. ""Excuse me... but what core are you from?"" She asked, again curious to see if her internal hunch was right. That she had met another from the fourth."
13971,Our Place Among the Stars: Chosen (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323944&start=50,2014-12-22T06:02:00,Dustain,"Harriet bushed a little covering her mouth. That she just blurted out something like that used to get her into trouble. But he was Felix with it, in fact he enjoyed it too. She sheepishly lowered her armoured arms down.<br/><br/>“W-well, yes, I do.” She said with trepidation in her voice “My core, the Thunderbirds, don't let us go near old culture and history, just technical manuals and theory.” When she could tell he Felix wasn't going to get mad at her she became more enthusiastic “So when ever I accessed the net to listen to old things I had to do it away from my brothers and sisters. But I do enjoy it, very much so. They're very different from the Aheani like songs we used to sing.”<br/><br/>She then put her finger to her lip thoughtfully once again. “I guess you're my bother now, so I suppose that would be fine.” She folded her arms with a wide smile “I like Wagner. He did a few pieces that would suit my olf family well.”<br/><br/>She then folded her arms and pouted slightly. “Are you sure you're fine? Every one else is getting in their suits and I think we're about to sortie for a training session. I'm happy to help if you want.”"
13972,Our Place Among the Stars: Chosen (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323944&start=50,2014-12-22T06:14:00,Bunkeranlage,"Felix was overjoyed. Not only did he get to use these extraordinary suits of armour, he had found himself a soul mate- another person who enjoyed the art of the old masters. Despite their works being 500 years or more, Felix believed, and knew that Harriet did too, that good music would last forever, no matter how little people were interested.<br/><br/>""I have been teaching myself music ever since I can remember."" He reminisced out loud with Harriet, telling her about his experiences. ""My father had a whole library of books about the old masters. Whenever I had time, I would delve into them, digging up all the knowledge that was stored within them. My core, just like yours, did not encourage the learning of these, so I did so in secret, reading the musical script and learning the lyrics. My father supported me, not telling anyone else about what I did, even soundproofing the walls so I could do the<span style=""font-style: italic"">forte</span>parts at their full glory…""<br/><br/>He leaned closer to Harriet, just within earshot of the both of them, before saying softly, ""They may not encourage this. It may not even be allowed. But I feel… I just have to do it. Just for you."" Softly, he sang out the artistic lyrics of that beautiful aria from Wagner's<span style=""font-style: italic"">Tannhäuser</span>, his rich baritone voice barely visible, and only to Harriet.<br/><br/>""Dir töne Lob! die Wunder sein gepriesen,<br/>die deine Macht mir Glücklichem erschuf!..."""
13973,Our Place Among the Stars: Chosen (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323944&start=50,2014-12-22T06:31:00,Republic of Hasgriu,"<blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323944&amp;p=22877997#p22877997"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Republic of Hasgriu <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323944&amp;p=22877354#p22877354"">wrote</a>:</cite>snippity</div></blockquote><br/>Kiku was about to put on her helmet when she noticed another person nearby putting on their armour. She paused, looking at him and his armour. She moved towards him, her power armour slightly dwarfing him now that he was out of his. She looked to the armour, then to him, a curious look on her face. She wondered briefly if she had seen him before as he looked at least halfway familiar. ""Excuse me... but what core are you from?"" She asked, again curious to see if her internal hunch was right. That she had met another from the fourth.</div></blockquote><br/>Nicolas Yan Kun Xing spun around upon hearing another voice. A feminine, Asian, voice. Although it was slightly muffled, he had spent enough time in the Fourth to recognise the various accents and dialects of Japan and China. He faced a pitch black suit of power armour, which stood just a tad taller than him. It was honestly quite threatening, and Nicolas felt just the least bit intimidated by her. When she asked about his core, he cocked his head to a small degree; perhaps the person behind the Eidolon was also from his core? It would not be unlikely, but he couldn't see past the mask. Might as well answer anyway. What harm could it do? ""I'm from Core 4, The Red Dragons. How about you?"""
13974,Our Place Among the Stars: Chosen (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323944&start=50,2014-12-22T06:36:00,Dustain,"Harriet shook her head with a smile. “Sorry, I don't understand that one, and it's a little hard feeling your emotion when you're so quiet.” She apologised genuinely. “I suspect you know more about these things than I do, so maybe you can teach me later.”<br/><br/>“Hey, and anyway, you didn't answer my question!” she said indignatly “You shouldn't distract me with music.” She refocused her question, the fact that he was still out of his armour while they were all getting ready made her uncomfortable. If there was one thing she and her old core did agree with it was looking after your brothers and sisters, keeping them ready, happy and out of trouble. There was a bit of distress she sensed before when she looked at his prosthetics. She asked again after taking a short sigh “Can I help you into your suit?”"
13975,Our Place Among the Stars: Chosen (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323944&start=50,2014-12-22T06:37:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Republic of Hasgriu <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323944&amp;p=22878286#p22878286"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323944&amp;p=22877997#p22877997"">wrote</a>:</cite>Kiku was about to put on her helmet when she noticed another person nearby putting on their armour. She paused, looking at him and his armour. She moved towards him, her power armour slightly dwarfing him now that he was out of his. She looked to the armour, then to him, a curious look on her face. She wondered briefly if she had seen him before as he looked at least halfway familiar. ""Excuse me... but what core are you from?"" She asked, again curious to see if her internal hunch was right. That she had met another from the fourth.</div></blockquote><br/>Nicolas Yan Kun Xing spun around upon hearing another voice. A feminine, Asian, voice. Although it was slightly muffled, he had spent enough time in the Fourth to recognise the various accents and dialects of Japan and China. He faced a pitch black suit of power armour, which stood just a tad taller than him. It was honestly quite threatening, and Nicolas felt just the least bit intimidated by her. When she asked about his core, he cocked his head to a small degree; perhaps the person behind the Eidolon was also from his core? It would not be unlikely, but he couldn't see past the mask. Might as well answer anyway. What harm could it do? ""I'm from Core 4, The Red Dragons. How about you?""</div></blockquote><br/>She paused for a moment, then nodded her helmeted head. She had a mental sigh as she debated turning away before admitting her shame, though that would be very rude indeed seeing as she had initiated the conversation. ""I too come from the Fourth."" She said, stopping. She was tempted to leave it at that, however she would not allow her cores name to be tarnished by association to herself. ""Up till recently that is... Before..."" She paused again, her words choking in her throat.<span style=""font-style: italic"">I'm so sorry. I let you down. All of you...</span>"
13976,Our Place Among the Stars: Chosen (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323944&start=50,2014-12-22T06:44:00,Bunkeranlage,"Harriet's insistence on Felix trying his suit on got him, eventually. ""Sure, why not?"" He walked over to where his tube was. ""I can put on the first bits of it, like the chest plate, and others. It's the legs I have trouble with."" He looked over at Harriet, already in her full set of armour. ""I suppose I could give it a try…"" Pulling off his shirt and dropping it on the ground, as well as removing the little hammer and sickle pendant, Felix took the chest plate, fitting it over his bare chest. ""Since I can't just jump in like that, I have to do it manually"", he said, a little bit cheekily. Soon, the gauntlets, then the rest of the arms, the torso, and the shoulders.<br/><br/>Now that his upper body was done, he only had the tricky part left. ""I hope you don't mind, Harriet"", Felix said as he sheepishly stepped out of his jeans, revealing the parts of his calves where the blades joined to his body, still a slight pinkish colour at the bottom. A little fiddling with the parts, along with some help from Harriet, and he was eventually in the full set of armour. Taking a few steps about, Felix realised that the armour was almost weightless, even such a large set. ""How do I look?"""
13977,Our Place Among the Stars: Chosen (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323944&start=50,2014-12-22T06:57:00,Dustain,"She took a step back for a moment and placed her armoured hand on her chin as she considered the question “Hmm, kind of like a... have you ever seen pictures of those old elite fighters who would make up an honour guard. They'd have that gold trim? Kind of like that.”<br/><br/>She hummed a bit more “You look good, imposing. I would assume that it's a little bit more comfortable than the blades too.” Harriet said with a smile."
13978,Our Place Among the Stars: Chosen (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323944&start=50,2014-12-22T07:02:00,Republic of Hasgriu,"<blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323944&amp;p=22878318#p22878318"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Republic of Hasgriu <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323944&amp;p=22878286#p22878286"">wrote</a>:</cite>snippity </div></blockquote><br/>She paused for a moment, then nodded her helmeted head. She had a mental sigh as she debated turning away before admitting her shame, though that would be very rude indeed seeing as she had initiated the conversation. ""I too come from the Fourth."" She said, stopping. She was tempted to leave it at that, however she would not allow her cores name to be tarnished by association to herself. ""Up till recently that is... Before..."" She paused again, her words choking in her throat. <span style=""font-style: italic"">I'm so sorry. I let you down. All of you...</span></div></blockquote><br/>The armoured figure in front of Nicolas sounded as if she was crying. She was evidently from the same core as him, but she said 'up till recently'. 'What was that supposed to mean?', he thought to himself. The girl seemed to be gasping for air; what was wrong? What had he said? Did he do something subconsciously that reminded her of the past or something? Nicolas began panicking. His mind frantically reviewed every word he had said and every action he had undertaken. 'Why is she crying?' After a very short period, he asked,""What's wrong? What did I do? What did I say?"" The last thing he needed was a tragedy-struck girl stabbing him due to an emotional overload. The Aheani won't allow an insane person into the core, right? They're not that desperate."
13979,Our Place Among the Stars: Chosen (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323944&start=50,2014-12-22T09:32:00,In Gentem Et De Libris Scientiam,"Vlad had slept for the first half of the flight, then read physiology books about the various races of the universe. He had gotten out when the others did but didn't have a chance to talk with them. He knew there would be time later, and there was more important things to do, like figuring out the map of the ship. When the Admiral and the Alien came out he was just finishing memorizing the map.<br/><br/>He gazed at the power suit that was going to be his weapon in fighting aliens. It was a very impressive piece of machinery, with many parts, but streamlined. He peered around it looked at the camouflage more closely, and then stepped back to figure out how to get into the suit.<br/><br/><br/><br/>The suit opened up. He took off the military dress and got into his normal battle attire, which is black camo suit, and a mask that covers his lower half of his face. He climbed into the suit and it closed around him, and for a moment he was disoriented with what he saw. He could<span style=""font-style: italic"">SEE</span>so much more... this is amazing... My sniping abilities will be so much more than they ever were..... which is saying so much.... I start testing what areas of light i can see. ""I can see infrared, and x-ray apparently"" I muttered to myself. ""System check. Everything is in order. A phaser? whats a phaser? lets see if i can work this."".<br/><br/>Suddenly He started to move downward... ""Oh, apparently i can move through solid things. I will need to get used to this."". He started to move back up. ""So aside from that i have a railgun, and a heat ray as weapons. Just my style. Burrow to hide myself, and...!!!! I can change my camouflage! This will be awesome. I'm getting emotional, thats bad. Stop the emotion."" He started fiddling around with the camoflauge settings till he got to a background setting. He started moving around. ""I will go say hi to those people. Maybe the legless one."""
13980,Our Place Among the Stars: Chosen (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323944&start=50,2014-12-22T13:32:00,New Jordslag,"<blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323944&amp;p=22876044#p22876044"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Jordslag <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323944&amp;p=22868077#p22868077"">wrote</a>:</cite>Maxwell gave a small smile at this. Were it not for the fact she looked and talked like an Aheani, he could have easily mistaken her for a Human. She was much nicer and friendlier then the Aheani of his Hometown, London. '<span style=""font-style: italic"">I have a feeling I'll get along with her well.</span>' He thought. ""Thank you, Miss Asuna. You sound like a great commander."" He looked right at her eyes for a couple seconds. His eyes now had an emotion in them: the depths of Despair, like he had lived far too long through far too many bad things. He sighed and then turned away.<br/><br/>Proceeding to take a deep breath, he went over to the Admiral. ""Excuse me for not asking during the Q&amp;A, Admiral, but what comes after this?"" He said through his Power Armor.</div></blockquote><br/>""Thank you very-"" Asuna was caught by him staring into her eyes, and was unsure why the human was insisting upon doing so. But she saw something in those eyes... something sad and in despair. Her eyes narrowed in confusion. ""Uh...Um...Are-"" She wondered why he had such feelings inside. She didn't know what to say, and so said nothing. <span style=""font-style: italic"">What...</span><br/><br/>The Admiral turned to Max. ""Well you lot are going to have your first experience at working together as a team... then if all goes according to plan... lunch?"" She thought for a second. ""Yes... Lunch.""<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Zarkenis Ultima <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323944&amp;p=22869797#p22869797"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I am ready, masters."" She said to the lieutenant and the admiral, her quiet voice amplified and slightly distorted by the armor.</div></blockquote><br/>Asuna noticed the Einherjar's eyes were red and wet. Feeling this was a good moment to bond with her troops, she walked over to her, lowering her voice. ""Don't worry, I cried when I first saw <span style=""font-style: italic"">""Ayshenai Jai-Un Mak""</span> too... It's perfectly normal."" She whispered, nodding. She spoke quietly, so that not even Jerome who was approaching the two of them could hear. ""They... really are beautiful... are they not?"" When she noticed Jerome, she backed off, moving away to get her own armour. <br/><br/>Meanwhile Kiku moved over to her suit, a hand touching the armour, black as night. <span style=""font-style: italic"">So. This is Phantom.</span> She thought. She touched it, the suit responding instantly and opening up, each part ready to be put on. <span style=""font-style: italic"">It suits me. A ghost, a drifting soul like I am now.</span> She put it on, curling her fists in the armour. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Someday, I will be more than a drifting soul. Someday I will regain what I have lost.</span><br/><br/>Meanwhile, Janett and George both put on their armour, having similar thoughts as the rest of the recruits, though Janett wasn't feeling particularly grateful...</div></blockquote><br/>""Very interesting."" Maxwell said, taking note of the Admirals words and locking them somewhere in his mind. His real thoughts were elsewhere. '<span style=""font-style: italic"">That Aheani girl... she is odd, to say the least. Asuna Ikan-Gai, huh...? Everybody knows who the Ikan are. Mystifying how a girl like that wound up commanding our core. She doesn't seem like an extraordinary star commander who would command a elite special core like this.</span>' Maxwell thought, staring at her. Then he turned back to the admiral, his face smiling, but tense. ""Thank you for telling me, Admiral. I shall be ready."" Then he turned away, smiling but trembling. This whole scenario reminded him of a childhood memory... a<span style=""font-style: italic"">painful</span>one. One that he wanted to forget about.<br/><br/>That memory started out a perfectly innocent day. He was hanging out with his two older brothers at 8, 11 Years ago. Back then, his brothers hadn't become the jerks they became later. They hung out with him and played with him, mostly because there was little else to do. But now his brothers had found a new group of friends. Tagging along, he discovered, to his horror, that his Brother's friends were the kind of bullies who would make fun of you if you weren't one of them or a figure of authority. That day, they beat him up, and he ran away. He never hung out with his brothers again. That was the turning point in his life. He realized that Humanity can't be expected to work together to save themselves. '<span style=""font-style: italic"">So it's up to a generous few to put in all their effort to save it. Thus is the tragedy of Humanity. They doom themselves time and time again.</span>' After rolling over those memories in his head, he noticed that he was still shaking. Trying to hide it, he walked quickly over to the girl crying over her Power Armor. To be quite frank, he understood her; he felt the same way about these marvelous works of art. He just didn't have time to cry over it. He had shed enough tears in life.<br/><br/>He took a deep breath. It was no time to freak out. He had a nice life now. Yet he found himself unable to forget old pains. '<span style=""font-style: italic"">Life, in and of itself, is a tragedy.</span>' He thought. '<span style=""font-style: italic"">From the start of our lives, we are dying. We spend day after day fluxuating from hapiness, to sadness, to anger, to pain. But I'm stuck on pain.</span>' He found himself on the verge of crying, but calmed himself down. He couldn't break in front of his superiors. It would tarnish his honour. So, he decided to distract himself by finding out more about Asuna. From Asuna herself, naturally.<br/><br/>He walked over to Asuna, easily finding her. ""Lieutenant Asuna."" He said, in a pseudo-happy voice. ""You are Ikan-Gai, right? Guess that makes us the same, in a sense."" He said, a sad smile spreading over his lips. He stood next to her. ""I was the third child of my family. Not a very nice position."" Turning to her, he said, ""But to get back to my point. You seem a bit odd, to be quite honest. Friendly, one would say. Nearly Human. Most Aheani I have met acted like, well, Aheani. What makes you different? I'm simply curious, of course."" He gave her a look of interest, signifying that he wouldn't let go of this topic."
13981,Our Place Among the Stars: Chosen (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323944&start=50,2014-12-22T13:45:00,Zarkenis Ultima,"As she waited for the man in front of her to give her a response, Ereshkigal continued observing him with curiosity, noticing that he was still looking at her, seeing in his eyes some sort of... Appreciation? It definitely felt like something along those lines, but she couldn't quite put her finger on it. Was it the martial dance of sorts she'd performed while testing out the suit? Was that why he seemed to look at her with appreciation? Or something else? Perhaps he had noticed her reverence towards the master and approved of it, though it didn't quite feel like that was the case either. She didn't know why, but she was quite curious about the man's motive.<br/><br/>Soon enough he replied, greeting her as well, before asking if she was alright. Hearing the question and immediately understanding what it was referring to, Ereshkigal averted her eyes from the man, looking to the side slightly. So he had seen her cry, too. Was that it, then? Was it pity he was looking at her with? She glanced at him for another moment, but couldn't see something ressembling pity in her eyes, so that was not it, either, strangely enough.<br/><br/>""I-I'm fine..."" She said quietly, ashamed that not just her master had seen her in her moment of weakness, but others as well. ""...I... there is nothing you should concern yourself with..."" She insisted. Trying to think of something to change the topic with, she decided to ask him something. ""...What... what is your name...?"""
13982,Our Place Among the Stars: Chosen (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323944&start=50,2014-12-22T15:34:00,The Orson Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Zarkenis Ultima <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323944&amp;p=22882109#p22882109"">wrote</a>:</cite>As she waited for the man in front of her to give her a response, Ereshkigal continued observing him with curiosity, noticing that he was still looking at her, seeing in his eyes some sort of... Appreciation? It definitely felt like something along those lines, but she couldn't quite put her finger on it. Was it the martial dance of sorts she'd performed while testing out the suit? Was that why he seemed to look at her with appreciation? Or something else? Perhaps he had noticed her reverence towards the master and approved of it, though it didn't quite feel like that was the case either. She didn't know why, but she was quite curious about the man's motive.<br/><br/>Soon enough he replied, greeting her as well, before asking if she was alright. Hearing the question and immediately understanding what it was referring to, Ereshkigal averted her eyes from the man, looking to the side slightly. So he had seen her cry, too. Was that it, then? Was it pity he was looking at her with? She glanced at him for another moment, but couldn't see something ressembling pity in her eyes, so that was not it, either, strangely enough.<br/><br/>""I-I'm fine..."" She said quietly, ashamed that not just her master had seen her in her moment of weakness, but others as well. ""...I... there is nothing you should concern yourself with..."" She insisted. Trying to think of something to change the topic with, she decided to ask him something. ""...What... what is your name...?""</div></blockquote><br/>Jerome noticed that the woman was looking at him with curiosity. Jerome knew that she must have been perplexed as to why he was talking to her- either that, or she was embarrassed that she had been seen crying, which was a sign of weakness. Although the expression on his face showed little emotion, Jerome did have pity for the woman, and sincerely wanted to know why she was sad. However, Jerome still could not figure out what had made him approach the woman in the first place. He...he had just done it. It had just happened.<br/><br/>After the woman said she was fine, Jerome didn't buy it. He knew that something was wrong. Nevertheless, he decided not to press her.<br/><br/>He then told her his name. ""My name is Jerome Forren..."" Jerome couldn't resist it any longer. He had to ask her. ""Are you sure you are alright?"""
13983,Our Place Among the Stars: Chosen (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323944&start=50,2014-12-22T16:07:00,Seno Zhou Varada,"Shang could not get over it. The armor was amazing. It felt like a second skin with a nice soft blanket. He moved his fingers around and they moved the same as they would normally. He tried out tried out a few punches and strikes then a few ones that weren't taught at the academy but at a Martial arts school in his core called Tang Soo Do. Then some kicks and jumping. It all felt so easy and the movements were perfect. He was now just itching to try this thing out but mostly it's jumping abilities. He then went searching through the HUD a bit. While it's modules were currently locked he did find some more info. The Killer Drones were located in a pocket area on his helmet and the Springs for jumping made him immune to death via falling.<br/><br/>Then he overheard a bit of conversation between one of the others and Lieutenant Asuna. Apparently the person was asking about Asuna's life. Then he looked over another way and saw 2 others talking with one that apparently cried a little but was fine and another not believing it or at least by their faces. Heh he knew how that felt. He sometimes when he was a kid broke down in tears but always said it was fine. He was always fine and could get in control of himself but people always seemed worried. He then spoke up without a thought ""She's probably fine"". He was about to add something but just then he shut his mouth as he didn't realize he was talking out loud until a moment ago. His ears then got hot as he got embarrassed but luckily no one could see. He then sat down on a bench and just waited for a bit."
13984,Our Place Among the Stars: Chosen (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323944&start=50,2014-12-22T17:24:00,Cainesland,"D.E.L.T.A. Stood near the crates taking in the situation, one of his teammates was testing out jumping, as others were equally testing their suits features. He saw some talking and another was chatting with the co. While there was something related to free time available he thought he'd try out his features as well.<br/><br/>After walking back over to a semi open area, D.E.L.T.A. Mentally spoke ""Delta, would be able to create a moving circular wall of holographic targets around me to test out this tail? And a second transparent holographic wall a foot outside that so that no one gets accidentally hurt?"". ""Technically, yes, would you like me to begin the aforementioned routine?"" Replied Delta in a inquiring tone. ""Yes please"". "" ""Acknowledged"". A holographic wall appeared around him around 12 feet in radius and another made up of target circles was created in a 6 foot radius around him.<br/>Delta appeared over D.E.L.T.A.'s shoulder as D.E.L.T.A. began to analyze the targets. He tried using the tail, first.. Miss, second.. Miss again, third.. Hit. It was obvious to him he would need more practice with this new equipment. He continued again again, by the time he hit them all it seemed he only hit once per 5 strikes by ratio analysis. <yep, I'll definitely need more practice> D.E.L.T.A. Said to himself out-loud.<br/><br/>D.E.L.T.A. Began to talk to Delta ""Delta, can you create a drilling scenario for me?"". ""Acknowledging"". Within the confines of the 12 foot radius transparent holo-circle D.E.L.T.A. began to hover, his wings lifting him into the air, hovering and staying in one place. His gloves became drills as drill pieces unfolded from his forearms, positioning themselves over his hands. D.E.L.T.A. Had a big grin on his face, but that grin was hidden by his helmet. The hologram in front of him had altered its appearance to him as an unground dirt, hologram dirt spraying towards him, his helmet gauges told him depth and other significant readings such as pressure. His air conditioning gave him the feel of how it'd be to be deep underground and he proceeded accordingly.<br/><br/>When he finished, his wings brought him to an upright posture, his drills retreated to a folded position, the hologram cleared it's screen and his suits systems returned to normal. He had had a very fun time learning those systems, and knew he'd need much more practice to be affective on the missions. When he turned back to thank Delta for his help he said ""Thank you Delta, that was quite an enlightening experience."". ""My pleasure. You should perhaps thank Theta, Theta was the primary contributor on that training program"". ""Theta?"" Responded D.E.L.T.A. confused. ""Indeed, Theta. Theta is another AI inside your suit, would you like to meet him as well?"". ""Yes please"". Replied D.E.L.T.A. . Suddenly a purplish hologram appeared in front of him, differing itself from the green hologram of delta. ""Um.. Hello, I.. I am Theta."". ""Timid fellow aren't you? Well that's all right I'm sure we will get to know each other fine Theta. I am D.E.L.T.A. But you can call me Dakota if you'd like, or Alpha as that's what Delta calls me. Thank you for creating that holographic simulation for me to practice with Theta."". ""You.. You are Welcome"" replied Theta, a little less timidly.<br/><br/>""I think it is time for a break from training, at least until our duties begin anew. Theta, would you mind creating and administering to a holographic card deck, temporarily?"". ""Not at all D.E.L.T.A."". ""Thank you Theta, that's most helpful"". A single deck of cards appeared between D.E.L.T.A., and the holograms of the AI'S Delta and Theta. ""What card game will we be playing D.E.L.T.A.?"" Asked Delta. ""21 ok?"" Asked Theta ""Yes"" both delta and D.E.L.T.A. answered. ""Well alrighty then"" replied<br/>Theta. The deck began to get handed out by Theta while Delta lowered the transparency of the 12 foot radius circular holographic wall that surrounded them."
13985,Our Place Among the Stars: Chosen (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323944&start=50,2014-12-22T17:28:00,Zarkenis Ultima,"Ereshkigal nodded at Jerome when he introduced himself, and was about to give him her name in exchange, as was customary during introductions, but then he asked her, once again, if she was quite alright, which surprised her quite a bit. She took a step back, feeling puzzled, taken aback even, at his apparent insistence in making sure that she was alright. Truth be told, she was not used to have someone be concerned for her well-being, and it was making her feel somewhat uncomfortable. At the same time, it wasn't entirely unwelcome, but it was alien nonetheless. Why he seemed to be... worrying... about her, she had no idea. It was strange. The Einherjar, of which she had been a member until recently, were born and raised to take care of themselves and fight for the masters. Their well-being was not a priority, she had been told since little. So why, then? It was puzzling for her to think about. She was starting to get a bit of a headache once again, but paid it no mind as she tried to think of what to say to the man in response.<br/><br/>As she thought of something quickly, maintaining her expression emotionless as before, she noticed another man nearby, still clad in his power armor, speak up, saying that she was probably alright. The man simply walked away after that, strangely enough, but it gave Ereshkigal enough time to figure out something to say.<br/><br/>""He is right... I am fine."" She insisted. ""There is nothing to be worried about. I was just... moved..."" She said, the word that rolled off her tongue at the last moment making her feel strange. An Einherjar, moved? That was something bizarre, truly, now that she thought about it. Regardless, she shoved aside the thought, wiping the last of her tears off her eyes. ""Either way... thank you for your concern, Jerome."" She added afterwards, thinking that it was only the polite thing to say."
13986,Our Place Among the Stars: Chosen (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323944&start=50,2014-12-22T17:31:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Jordslag <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323944&amp;p=22881968#p22881968"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323944&amp;p=22876044#p22876044"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Thank you very-"" Asuna was caught by him staring into her eyes, and was unsure why the human was insisting upon doing so. But she saw something in those eyes... something sad and in despair. Her eyes narrowed in confusion. ""Uh...Um...Are-"" She wondered why he had such feelings inside. She didn't know what to say, and so said nothing. <span style=""font-style: italic"">What...</span><br/><br/>The Admiral turned to Max. ""Well you lot are going to have your first experience at working together as a team... then if all goes according to plan... lunch?"" She thought for a second. ""Yes... Lunch.""<br/><br/><br/>Asuna noticed the Einherjar's eyes were red and wet. Feeling this was a good moment to bond with her troops, she walked over to her, lowering her voice. ""Don't worry, I cried when I first saw <span style=""font-style: italic"">""Ayshenai Jai-Un Mak""</span> too... It's perfectly normal."" She whispered, nodding. She spoke quietly, so that not even Jerome who was approaching the two of them could hear. ""They... really are beautiful... are they not?"" When she noticed Jerome, she backed off, moving away to get her own armour. <br/><br/>Meanwhile Kiku moved over to her suit, a hand touching the armour, black as night. <span style=""font-style: italic"">So. This is Phantom.</span> She thought. She touched it, the suit responding instantly and opening up, each part ready to be put on. <span style=""font-style: italic"">It suits me. A ghost, a drifting soul like I am now.</span> She put it on, curling her fists in the armour. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Someday, I will be more than a drifting soul. Someday I will regain what I have lost.</span><br/><br/>Meanwhile, Janett and George both put on their armour, having similar thoughts as the rest of the recruits, though Janett wasn't feeling particularly grateful...</div></blockquote><br/>""Very interesting."" Maxwell said, taking note of the Admirals words and locking them somewhere in his mind. His real thoughts were elsewhere. '<span style=""font-style: italic"">That Aheani girl... she is odd, to say the least. Asuna Ikan-Gai, huh...? Everybody knows who the Ikan are. Mystifying how a girl like that wound up commanding our core. She doesn't seem like an extraordinary star commander who would command a elite special core like this.</span>' Maxwell thought, staring at her. Then he turned back to the admiral, his face smiling, but tense. ""Thank you for telling me, Admiral. I shall be ready."" Then he turned away, smiling but trembling. This whole scenario reminded him of a childhood memory... a <span style=""font-style: italic"">painful</span> one. One that he wanted to forget about.<br/><br/>That memory started out a perfectly innocent day. He was hanging out with his two older brothers at 8, 11 Years ago. Back then, his brothers hadn't become the jerks they became later. They hung out with him and played with him, mostly because there was little else to do. But now his brothers had found a new group of friends. Tagging along, he discovered, to his horror, that his Brother's friends were the kind of bullies who would make fun of you if you weren't one of them or a figure of authority. That day, they beat him up, and he ran away. He never hung out with his brothers again. That was the turning point in his life. He realized that Humanity can't be expected to work together to save themselves. '<span style=""font-style: italic"">So it's up to a generous few to put in all their effort to save it. Thus is the tragedy of Humanity. They doom themselves time and time again.</span>' After rolling over those memories in his head, he noticed that he was still shaking. Trying to hide it, he walked quickly over to the girl crying over her Power Armor. To be quite frank, he understood her; he felt the same way about these marvelous works of art. He just didn't have time to cry over it. He had shed enough tears in life.<br/><br/>He took a deep breath. It was no time to freak out. He had a nice life now. Yet he found himself unable to forget old pains. '<span style=""font-style: italic"">Life, in and of itself, is a tragedy.</span>' He thought. '<span style=""font-style: italic"">From the start of our lives, we are dying. We spend day after day fluxuating from hapiness, to sadness, to anger, to pain. But I'm stuck on pain.</span>' He found himself on the verge of crying, but calmed himself down. He couldn't break in front of his superiors. It would tarnish his honour. So, he decided to distract himself by finding out more about Asuna. From Asuna herself, naturally. <br/><br/>He walked over to Asuna, easily finding her. ""Lieutenant Asuna."" He said, in a pseudo-happy voice. ""You are Ikan-Gai, right? Guess that makes us the same, in a sense."" He said, a sad smile spreading over his lips. He stood next to her. ""I was the third child of my family. Not a very nice position."" Turning to her, he said, ""But to get back to my point. You seem a bit odd, to be quite honest. Friendly, one would say. Nearly Human. Most Aheani I have met acted like, well, Aheani. What makes you different? I'm simply curious, of course."" He gave her a look of interest, signifying that he wouldn't let go of this topic.</div></blockquote><br/>Asuna raised an eyebrow. ""I'm not sure what you mean... Almost human?"" She replied, a hand to her chin. ""Well, I have been around humans for a bit, for example our Admiral... but... I'm not sure... I'm just... me I suppose."" She shrugged, walking to her armour while talking. It was towards the back. She tried to answer his question a little better, as her father would. ""Honesty is one of the principles of Asuhunda, without honesty we are doomed to reincarnation forever. Without Honesty, how is-"" She caught herself. ""Apologies, I'm preaching aren't I? You humans don't really share our beliefs..."" She pressed a few buttons and the case opened up. Her armour opened without her even having to touch it. ""I... do have a question for you..."" She started. ""You seemed... upset earlier. Is there anything wrong?""<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Republic of Hasgriu <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323944&amp;p=22878451#p22878451"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323944&amp;p=22878318#p22878318"">wrote</a>:</cite>She paused for a moment, then nodded her helmeted head. She had a mental sigh as she debated turning away before admitting her shame, though that would be very rude indeed seeing as she had initiated the conversation. ""I too come from the Fourth."" She said, stopping. She was tempted to leave it at that, however she would not allow her cores name to be tarnished by association to herself. ""Up till recently that is... Before..."" She paused again, her words choking in her throat. <span style=""font-style: italic"">I'm so sorry. I let you down. All of you...</span></div></blockquote><br/>The armoured figure in front of Nicolas sounded as if she was crying. She was evidently from the same core as him, but she said 'up till recently'. 'What was that supposed to mean?', he thought to himself. The girl seemed to be gasping for air; what was wrong? What had he said? Did he do something subconsciously that reminded her of the past or something? Nicolas began panicking. His mind frantically reviewed every word he had said and every action he had undertaken. 'Why is she crying?' After a very short period, he asked,""What's wrong? What did I do? What did I say?"" The last thing he needed was a tragedy-struck girl stabbing him due to an emotional overload. The Aheani won't allow an insane person into the core, right? They're not that desperate.</div></blockquote><br/>""You did nothing."" She said simply. Then her voice became level. ""I have wronged you and our core."" She replied, wanting to make it clear it wasn't his fault, then she paused again. ""I... failed you. I'm... so sorry."" She said simply, her head now hanged in shame. She couldn't say any more."
13987,Our Place Among the Stars: Chosen (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323944&start=50,2014-12-22T17:40:00,The Orson Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Zarkenis Ultima <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323944&amp;p=22884653#p22884653"">wrote</a>:</cite>Ereshkigal nodded at Jerome when he introduced himself, and was about to give him her name in exchange, as was customary during introductions, but then he asked her, once again, if she was quite alright, which surprised her quite a bit. She took a step back, feeling puzzled, taken aback even, at his apparent insistence in making sure that she was alright. Truth be told, she was not used to have someone be concerned for her well-being, and it was making her feel somewhat uncomfortable. At the same time, it wasn't entirely unwelcome, but it was alien nonetheless. Why he seemed to be... worrying... about her, she had no idea. It was strange. The Einherjar, of which she had been a member until recently, were born and raised to take care of themselves and fight for the masters. Their well-being was not a priority, she had been told since little. So why, then? It was puzzling for her to think about. She was starting to get a bit of a headache once again, but paid it no mind as she tried to think of what to say to the man in response.<br/><br/>As she thought of something quickly, maintaining her expression emotionless as before, she noticed another man nearby, still clad in his power armor, speak up, saying that she was probably alright. The man simply walked away after that, strangely enough, but it gave Ereshkigal enough time to figure out something to say.<br/><br/>""He is right... I am fine."" She insisted. ""There is nothing to be worried about. I was just... moved..."" She said, the word that rolled off her tongue at the last moment making her feel strange. An Einherjar, moved? That was something bizarre, truly, now that she thought about it. Regardless, she shoved aside the thought, wiping the last of her tears off her eyes. ""Either way... thank you for your concern, Jerome."" She added afterwards, thinking that it was only the polite thing to say.</div></blockquote><br/>Jerome had heard the other man say his thoughts on the matter, but Jerome ignored him. However, Jerome could now tell that the woman was being weirded out by his insistence, so he decided that he wouldn't press her any more.<br/><br/>""You're welcome,"" Jerome replied. He then decided to change the subject. ""What is your name?"" he asked."
13988,Our Place Among the Stars: Chosen (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323944&start=50,2014-12-22T17:51:00,New Jordslag,"<blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323944&amp;p=22884691#p22884691"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Jordslag <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323944&amp;p=22881968#p22881968"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Very interesting."" Maxwell said, taking note of the Admirals words and locking them somewhere in his mind. His real thoughts were elsewhere. '<span style=""font-style: italic"">That Aheani girl... she is odd, to say the least. Asuna Ikan-Gai, huh...? Everybody knows who the Ikan are. Mystifying how a girl like that wound up commanding our core. She doesn't seem like an extraordinary star commander who would command a elite special core like this.</span>' Maxwell thought, staring at her. Then he turned back to the admiral, his face smiling, but tense. ""Thank you for telling me, Admiral. I shall be ready."" Then he turned away, smiling but trembling. This whole scenario reminded him of a childhood memory... a <span style=""font-style: italic"">painful</span> one. One that he wanted to forget about.<br/><br/>That memory started out a perfectly innocent day. He was hanging out with his two older brothers at 8, 11 Years ago. Back then, his brothers hadn't become the jerks they became later. They hung out with him and played with him, mostly because there was little else to do. But now his brothers had found a new group of friends. Tagging along, he discovered, to his horror, that his Brother's friends were the kind of bullies who would make fun of you if you weren't one of them or a figure of authority. That day, they beat him up, and he ran away. He never hung out with his brothers again. That was the turning point in his life. He realized that Humanity can't be expected to work together to save themselves. '<span style=""font-style: italic"">So it's up to a generous few to put in all their effort to save it. Thus is the tragedy of Humanity. They doom themselves time and time again.</span>' After rolling over those memories in his head, he noticed that he was still shaking. Trying to hide it, he walked quickly over to the girl crying over her Power Armor. To be quite frank, he understood her; he felt the same way about these marvelous works of art. He just didn't have time to cry over it. He had shed enough tears in life.<br/><br/>He took a deep breath. It was no time to freak out. He had a nice life now. Yet he found himself unable to forget old pains. '<span style=""font-style: italic"">Life, in and of itself, is a tragedy.</span>' He thought. '<span style=""font-style: italic"">From the start of our lives, we are dying. We spend day after day fluxuating from hapiness, to sadness, to anger, to pain. But I'm stuck on pain.</span>' He found himself on the verge of crying, but calmed himself down. He couldn't break in front of his superiors. It would tarnish his honour. So, he decided to distract himself by finding out more about Asuna. From Asuna herself, naturally. <br/><br/>He walked over to Asuna, easily finding her. ""Lieutenant Asuna."" He said, in a pseudo-happy voice. ""You are Ikan-Gai, right? Guess that makes us the same, in a sense."" He said, a sad smile spreading over his lips. He stood next to her. ""I was the third child of my family. Not a very nice position."" Turning to her, he said, ""But to get back to my point. You seem a bit odd, to be quite honest. Friendly, one would say. Nearly Human. Most Aheani I have met acted like, well, Aheani. What makes you different? I'm simply curious, of course."" He gave her a look of interest, signifying that he wouldn't let go of this topic.</div></blockquote><br/>Asuna raised an eyebrow. ""I'm not sure what you mean... Almost human?"" She replied, a hand to her chin. ""Well, I have been around humans for a bit, for example our Admiral... but... I'm not sure... I'm just... me I suppose."" She shrugged, walking to her armour while talking. It was towards the back. She tried to answer his question a little better, as her father would. ""Honesty is one of the principles of Asuhunda, without honesty we are doomed to reincarnation forever. Without Honesty, how is-"" She caught herself. ""Apologies, I'm preaching aren't I? You humans don't really share our beliefs..."" She pressed a few buttons and the case opened up. Her armour opened without her even having to touch it. ""I... do have a question for you..."" She started. ""You seemed... upset earlier. Is there anything wrong?"" <br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Republic of Hasgriu <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323944&amp;p=22878451#p22878451"">wrote</a>:</cite>The armoured figure in front of Nicolas sounded as if she was crying. She was evidently from the same core as him, but she said 'up till recently'. 'What was that supposed to mean?', he thought to himself. The girl seemed to be gasping for air; what was wrong? What had he said? Did he do something subconsciously that reminded her of the past or something? Nicolas began panicking. His mind frantically reviewed every word he had said and every action he had undertaken. 'Why is she crying?' After a very short period, he asked,""What's wrong? What did I do? What did I say?"" The last thing he needed was a tragedy-struck girl stabbing him due to an emotional overload. The Aheani won't allow an insane person into the core, right? They're not that desperate.</div></blockquote><br/>""You did nothing."" She said simply. Then her voice became level. ""I have wronged you and our core."" She replied, wanting to make it clear it wasn't his fault, then she paused again. ""I... failed you. I'm... so sorry."" She said simply, her head now hanged in shame. She couldn't say any more.</div></blockquote><br/>Maxwell simply had a good laugh. ""You really don't understand Humans, no matter how much you unintentionally act like them. I said 'You seem odd, to be quite Honest.' I wasn't saying you were exceptionally Honest; I was saying that I was being Honest. It's a Human Phrase."" He then sighed, and let his shoulders sag, as if he were carrying a large burden on his shoulders.<br/><br/>""If it helps any, you are a good Commander. But you are too detached from your subordinates. Something you were trying to fix with that crying girl, no? Well, it's not any of my business. I just wanted to give you some advice on Humans, the strangest beings in the galaxy."" He gave her a sheepish grin.<br/><br/>Pausing for a second, looking at the roof, he turned to her again. ""As for your second question, I am upset. I have had friend and family member alike die without me being able to do anything about it. That feeling of helplessness is not something that I wish to return to, so I must remain strong. I don't want my team to die, do I? Anyways, if you are worried about me being too upset to fight properly, don't worry. I'll recover soon. Thanks for asking, Asuna."" He used her name with a tone of familiarity now. ""Few people do. So I tell few.""<br/><br/>He looked down on Asuna for a second, his height contrasting with his willow-like limbs, covered by his Power Armor. ""If you want to talk more, we can at lunch. You really are interesting, Asuna, third child of the Ikan."" He said, in fluent Aheani. Smirking, he walked off, temporarily at peace in his mind."
13989,Our Place Among the Stars: Chosen (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323944&start=50,2014-12-22T18:10:00,In Gentem Et De Libris Scientiam,"Vlad approaches the legless one and the [weird girl. Was she the one to strip?]. ""Hello, what is your names? It would be nice to get to you you guys, and i have nothing<span style=""font-style: italic"">very</span>important to do."" Vlad was hoping his social inadequacy, bluntness, and need for efficiency didn't make him enemies here. Or at lest enemies that aren't going to shoot him.<br/><br/>Vlad realized something important. He was still in his suit. That might be a bit problematic for the other people. He then opened the suit and stepped out. ""Sorry. I forgot i was still in the suit. I'll ask again. What is your name? I would like to get to know you."" Vlad asked with a bit of apprenhesion is his voice. Sometime when he's like that..... lets not go there. ""I have some further questions. What was your Core? What do you do to further the team, like shooting people wise?"" Vlad realized they where kinda looking at him funny. What had he foroten to do... ah he forgot to say who he was. ""I'm sorry if i interrupted you, and then just asked questions, and didn't tell you who i am. Sorry about that. My name is Vlad Caesar, I'm form the 42 core, and i'm a very good sniper, or i hope i am."" Vlad was hoping that wouldn't make em mad at him. With that his attention started to wander, and he saw a wall in the middle of the hanger. HE wonder what it was and why it wass there, and why it was not there a bit ago."
13990,Our Place Among the Stars: Chosen (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323944&start=50,2014-12-22T18:28:00,Zarkenis Ultima,"As she listened to Jerome's response, Ereshkigal was relieved that it seemed like he had finally relented in his insistence to ask for her well-being. Hearing his question, she remembered that, though he had introduced himself already, she had not done so, and quickly rectified this, as it was the polite thing to do. ""My name is Ereshkigal, of the Einherjar."" She said, and though her voice was still quiet, the words she pronounced were full of pride.<br/><br/>Her next comment, however, was not quite so proud. ""...At least, I was part of the Einherjar, before. Now I am here, among the Star Wardens, according to the will of the masters."" She said. Though she did not question the decision of the Aheani to transfer her to that core, and in fact felt blessed to have such an opportunity to serve her masters, especially under a commander such as Asuna, it was still evident that she was not entirely comfortable with being pulled out of her core and placed into a different one after a lifetime of living among the Einherjar."
13991,Our Place Among the Stars: Chosen (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323944&start=50,2014-12-22T19:38:00,Dustain,"Harriet turned around with a shocked expression. There was now this new man behind her bombarding her with questions faster than she could keep up. She suddenly felt like it was her first day at the war academy again, back when she'd never conversed with anyone aside from her family or her Overseers, when she wasn't used to the subtle nuances that other humans spoke with. Though mr Vlad seemed to be the opposite. Her eye's darted around in a panic as she did her best to process it all.<br/><br/>“U-um, i-it's all right. I-i'm Harriet Mercury of the 34 Thunderbirds and this is Felix.” She tried to answer his questions in the best possible manner and managed to get a hold of her trembling voice. “I uh, the Thunderbirds are said to maintain air superiority and act as shock troops.” Harriet smiled widely “So I guess that's how I'll further the team. Oh!” She exclaimed blinking “Felix wasn't in my old family though, and I don't know what tactics he's trained in. But his suit looks quick, not as quick as mine but still quick.”<br/><br/>She looked to the side thoughtfully while humming a perfect G. “That's it, did I miss anything?”"
13992,Our Place Among the Stars: Chosen (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323944&start=50,2014-12-22T20:12:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Jordslag <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323944&amp;p=22884950#p22884950"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323944&amp;p=22884691#p22884691"">wrote</a>:</cite>Asuna raised an eyebrow. ""I'm not sure what you mean... Almost human?"" She replied, a hand to her chin. ""Well, I have been around humans for a bit, for example our Admiral... but... I'm not sure... I'm just... me I suppose."" She shrugged, walking to her armour while talking. It was towards the back. She tried to answer his question a little better, as her father would. ""Honesty is one of the principles of Asuhunda, without honesty we are doomed to reincarnation forever. Without Honesty, how is-"" She caught herself. ""Apologies, I'm preaching aren't I? You humans don't really share our beliefs..."" She pressed a few buttons and the case opened up. Her armour opened without her even having to touch it. ""I... do have a question for you..."" She started. ""You seemed... upset earlier. Is there anything wrong?"" <br/><br/><br/>""You did nothing."" She said simply. Then her voice became level. ""I have wronged you and our core."" She replied, wanting to make it clear it wasn't his fault, then she paused again. ""I... failed you. I'm... so sorry."" She said simply, her head now hanged in shame. She couldn't say any more.</div></blockquote><br/>Maxwell simply had a good laugh. ""You really don't understand Humans, no matter how much you unintentionally act like them. I said 'You seem odd, to be quite Honest.' I wasn't saying you were exceptionally Honest; I was saying that I was being Honest. It's a Human Phrase."" He then sighed, and let his shoulders sag, as if he were carrying a large burden on his shoulders. <br/><br/>""If it helps any, you are a good Commander. But you are too detached from your subordinates. Something you were trying to fix with that crying girl, no? Well, it's not any of my business. I just wanted to give you some advice on Humans, the strangest beings in the galaxy."" He gave her a sheepish grin.<br/><br/>Pausing for a second, looking at the roof, he turned to her again. ""As for your second question, I am upset. I have had friend and family member alike die without me being able to do anything about it. That feeling of helplessness is not something that I wish to return to, so I must remain strong. I don't want my team to die, do I? Anyways, if you are worried about me being too upset to fight properly, don't worry. I'll recover soon. Thanks for asking, Asuna."" He used her name with a tone of familiarity now. ""Few people do. So I tell few.""<br/><br/>He looked down on Asuna for a second, his height contrasting with his willow-like limbs, covered by his Power Armor. ""If you want to talk more, we can at lunch. You really are interesting, Asuna, third child of the Ikan."" He said, in fluent Aheani. Smirking, he walked off, temporarily at peace in his mind.</div></blockquote><br/>Asuna felt mixed feelings about that exchange. For one, she didn't appreciate the condescension from a human, even worse a human of lower rank. She briefly wondered if she was being too relaxed in her leadership of this new squad, but what he said next confused her. Part complement part friendly criticism. Again, Asuna felt a bit of pity for him and some sympathy, after all her father had died. Though, Asuna's family problems were wildly different from Maxwell's...<br/>'<br/>Then he spoke Aheani, which further surprised her, leaving her completely unsure of what to think. ""Interesting...?"" She said, in Aheani, about to say something more when he walked off. She paused, shaking her head as she put on her armour.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Humans truly are strange... or at least this one is... but he too is... interesting.</span>"
13993,Our Place Among the Stars: Chosen (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323944&start=50,2014-12-22T21:44:00,The Orson Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Zarkenis Ultima <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323944&amp;p=22885430#p22885430"">wrote</a>:</cite>As she listened to Jerome's response, Ereshkigal was relieved that it seemed like he had finally relented in his insistence to ask for her well-being. Hearing his question, she remembered that, though he had introduced himself already, she had not done so, and quickly rectified this, as it was the polite thing to do. ""My name is Ereshkigal, of the Einherjar."" She said, and though her voice was still quiet, the words she pronounced were full of pride.<br/><br/>Her next comment, however, was not quite so proud. ""...At least, I was part of the Einherjar, before. Now I am here, among the Star Wardens, according to the will of the masters."" She said. Though she did not question the decision of the Aheani to transfer her to that core, and in fact felt blessed to have such an opportunity to serve her masters, especially under a commander such as Asuna, it was still evident that she was not entirely comfortable with being pulled out of her core and placed into a different one after a lifetime of living among the Einherjar.</div></blockquote><br/>""It is nice to meet you, Ereshkigal,"" Jerome replied. He found her name to be very odd, but did not think to further on the matter. After she stopped talking, Jerome had decided to discuss his departure from his core.<br/><br/>""Before I came here, I was apart of Core 80, the Freedom Riders,"" he said. ""I joined up with them after I got drafted into the military. Despite the fact that I had no interest in joining the military before I was drafted, I do not regret joining that core. Unfortunately, I now have to leave them for this program."""
13994,Our Place Among the Stars: Chosen (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323944&start=50,2014-12-22T23:26:00,Zarkenis Ultima,"At Jerome's response to her introduction, Ereshkigal nodded politely. She knew that such a statement was only customary among people, and that it was the polite thing to say, but still she wondered, how much of it did the man before her actually mean and how much was mere courtesy? She figured that he'd only said it to be polite, but still, she felt that if someone would mean those words while saying them to her, it would be... nice.<br/><br/>Catching herself overthinking things again, the Einherjar shoved aside those thoughts and focused on listening to the man who stood in front of her as Jerome told her about his story before he was brought to the Star Wardens like herself. He claimed to have joined a core after being drafted into the military, which surprised her. As far as Ereshkigal knew, one was born into a core, and that determined your path in life. She didn't know that there were people who could simply join another core if they so wished. She supposed it was not unthinkable that there were other cores who allowed for that, unlike the Einherjar who didn't know better, but it still surprised her quite a bit, as she hadn't expected it.<br/><br/>""...I see."" She said quietly as Jerome finished talking. After he had told her his story, she felt she was expected to share something in return, and so, turning back to her armor and seeing the bloodied gladius that represented her core, she spoke. ""I was born and raised in Core 289, the Einherjar, and I've lived among them all my life, always training to fight."" She said, not with regret, but rather, with some pride, though said pride soon left her as she continued. ""I was born for this."" She gestured around her, and especially at the power armor, as if to show what she was referring to. ""And yet... I still feel a bit... Lonely."" She said, pausing slightly as she pronounced those words, not because it was hard to say them, but because they felt strange to say. ""Though I respect the will of the masters in bringing me here, the people here are nothing like my people."" She concluded.<br/><br/>Afterwards, she turned back to Jerome. ""Do you regret being brought here by the masters?"" She asked him."
13995,Our Place Among the Stars: Chosen (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323944&start=50,2014-12-23T01:22:00,The Orson Empire,"Jerome listened to Ereshkigal's story. Apparently, unlike him, she had been born and raised into Core 289, so she had been a warrior all of her life. As she looked at her power armor, Jerome glanced over to it and analyzed its unique design.<br/><br/>As she finished speaking, Jerome replied to her question. ""To be honest, I would much rather be with my core than be here,"" he would say. ""Or better yet, I would rather be back home with my family. I am homesick...and I know my family misses me as well."" Jerome sighed and stared at his own power armor, while he continued talking. ""My parents in particular are in distress, as despite their best efforts, they could not prevent me from getting drafted. I also have a younger sister that faces the possibility of being drafted, but she is actually eager to go into the military, wanting to follow in her older brother's footsteps. Any attempts to change her opinion by my parents have failed. But, anyway, I was quite surprised to learn that I would be participating in this program."""
13996,Our Place Among the Stars: Chosen (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323944&start=75,2014-12-23T02:34:00,Bunkeranlage,"Vlad Caesar seemed like a nice person, rather like the ones Felix knew back in his old core. While Harriet talked to him, Felix clicked various switches on the sides of his armour, taking off the metal suit and keeping it back in the tube, before wearing his own clothes, along with his hammer and sickle pendant. It gave him a pang of nostalgia, the little trinket. He had bought it during a trip with his father, just shortly before death took the aged man.<br/><br/>Even though he had decided to start a new life for himself and look towards the future, the pendant still meant worlds to him. It was the one thing he had left that reminded him of the gentle and understanding person who was his father, and he wasn't just about to let it go. It hung around his neck for 12 years, the metal remaining bright and clear, never showing the slightest sign of tarnish.<br/><br/>From what he could see, Harriet was having a nice time talking to the man. Felix smiled as he removed the last bits of the suit and closed the tube's sides. Re-adjusting his prosthetics, the lean young man stood up again, stepping over to where Harriet was standing with the other man, Vlad Caesar. Another acquaintance definitely wouldn't hurt. ""Hello. I'm Felix Jakobsson."""
13997,Our Place Among the Stars: Chosen (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323944&start=75,2014-12-23T07:44:00,Republic of Hasgriu,"<blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323944&amp;p=22884691#p22884691"">wrote</a>:</cite>""You did nothing."" She said simply. Then her voice became level. ""I have wronged you and our core."" She replied, wanting to make it clear it wasn't his fault, then she paused again. ""I... failed you. I'm... so sorry."" She said simply, her head now hanged in shame. She couldn't say any more.</div></blockquote><br/>Nicolas still wasn't sure why this girl-whose name he was still unsure of of-was so regretful and forlorn about some event. She kept on apologising to him and the Fourth, saying, things like 'I failed you' and 'I'm sorry'. What had she done? '<span style=""font-style: italic"">I kinda want to know, but I think it'll bring up bad memories, it seems.</span>', Nicolas thought to himself. It would be best to stay away from that Pandora's Box.<br/><br/>Nicolas's associates seemed to have better conversations than he did. They were all talking about their family and core and such... an idea then sprung into his head. Why not ask about her name and things she liked? That would surely drive away her anxiety. Without hesitation, he spoke up,""What's your name? Mine is Nicolas Yàn Kūn Xìng. I'm from Tianjin, in China!"""
13998,Our Place Among the Stars: Chosen (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323944&start=75,2014-12-23T09:39:00,In Gentem Et De Libris Scientiam,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323944&amp;p=22889486#p22889486"">wrote</a>:</cite>Vlad Caesar seemed like a nice person, rather like the ones Felix knew back in his old core. While Harriet talked to him, Felix clicked various switches on the sides of his armour, taking off the metal suit and keeping it back in the tube, before wearing his own clothes, along with his hammer and sickle pendant. It gave him a pang of nostalgia, the little trinket. He had bought it during a trip with his father, just shortly before death took the aged man. <br/><br/>Even though he had decided to start a new life for himself and look towards the future, the pendant still meant worlds to him. It was the one thing he had left that reminded him of the gentle and understanding person who was his father, and he wasn't just about to let it go. It hung around his neck for 12 years, the metal remaining bright and clear, never showing the slightest sign of tarnish.<br/><br/>From what he could see, Harriet was having a nice time talking to the man. Felix smiled as he removed the last bits of the suit and closed the tube's sides. Re-adjusting his prosthetics, the lean young man stood up again, stepping over to where Harriet was standing with the other man, Vlad Caesar. Another acquaintance definitely wouldn't hurt. ""Hello. I'm Felix Jakobsson.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Hello, Felix."" Vlad was happy that all these people where talking to him. He needed friends, and this was a great way to get them. ""My name is Vlad Caeser, and i'm from the 42nd core, which is also known as the sniper core. What core are you from?"" Vlad was hoping he could make friends with this man because he's only talked to the women, and so he should get a male friend too. ""May i look at your suit? you can look at my suit if you wish."" Vlad hoped that he wasn't talking to much.<br/><br/>He waited a bit, ""Am i talking to much?"" He asked and hoped that he wasn't talking to much."
13999,Our Place Among the Stars: Chosen (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323944&start=75,2014-12-23T12:28:00,Cainesland,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Cainesland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323944&amp;p=22884618#p22884618"">wrote</a>:</cite>D.E.L.T.A. Stood near the crates taking in the situation, one of his teammates was testing out jumping, as others were equally testing their suits features. He saw some talking and another was chatting with the co. While there was something related to free time available he thought he'd try out his features as well. <br/><br/>After walking back over to a semi open area, D.E.L.T.A. Mentally spoke ""Delta, would be able to create a moving circular wall of holographic targets around me to test out this tail? And a second transparent holographic wall a foot outside that so that no one gets accidentally hurt?"". ""Technically, yes, would you like me to begin the aforementioned routine?"" Replied Delta in a inquiring tone. ""Yes please"". "" ""Acknowledged"". A holographic wall appeared around him around 12 feet in radius and another made up of target circles was created in a 6 foot radius around him. <br/>Delta appeared over D.E.L.T.A.'s shoulder as D.E.L.T.A. began to analyze the targets. He tried using the tail, first.. Miss, second.. Miss again, third.. Hit. It was obvious to him he would need more practice with this new equipment. He continued again again, by the time he hit them all it seemed he only hit once per 5 strikes by ratio analysis. &lt;yep, I'll definitely need more practice&gt; D.E.L.T.A. Said to himself out-loud.<br/><br/> D.E.L.T.A. Began to talk to Delta ""Delta, can you create a drilling scenario for me?"". ""Acknowledging"". Within the confines of the 12 foot radius transparent holo-circle D.E.L.T.A. began to hover, his wings lifting him into the air, hovering and staying in one place. His gloves became drills as drill pieces unfolded from his forearms, positioning themselves over his hands. D.E.L.T.A. Had a big grin on his face, but that grin was hidden by his helmet. The hologram in front of him had altered its appearance to him as an unground dirt, hologram dirt spraying towards him, his helmet gauges told him depth and other significant readings such as pressure. His air conditioning gave him the feel of how it'd be to be deep underground and he proceeded accordingly. <br/><br/>When he finished, his wings brought him to an upright posture, his drills retreated to a folded position, the hologram cleared it's screen and his suits systems returned to normal. He had had a very fun time learning those systems, and knew he'd need much more practice to be affective on the missions. When he turned back to thank Delta for his help he said ""Thank you Delta, that was quite an enlightening experience."". ""My pleasure. You should perhaps thank Theta, Theta was the primary contributor on that training program"". ""Theta?"" Responded D.E.L.T.A. confused. ""Indeed, Theta. Theta is another AI inside your suit, would you like to meet him as well?"". ""Yes please"". Replied D.E.L.T.A. . Suddenly a purplish hologram appeared in front of him, differing itself from the green hologram of delta. ""Um.. Hello, I.. I am Theta."". ""Timid fellow aren't you? Well that's all right I'm sure we will get to know each other fine Theta. I am D.E.L.T.A. But you can call me Dakota if you'd like, or Alpha as that's what Delta calls me. Thank you for creating that holographic simulation for me to practice with Theta."". ""You.. You are Welcome"" replied Theta, a little less timidly. <br/><br/>""I think it is time for a break from training, at least until our duties begin anew. Theta, would you mind creating and administering to a holographic card deck, temporarily?"". ""Not at all D.E.L.T.A."". ""Thank you Theta, that's most helpful"". A single deck of cards appeared between D.E.L.T.A., and the holograms of the AI'S Delta and Theta. ""What card game will we be playing D.E.L.T.A.?"" Asked Delta. ""21 ok?"" Asked Theta ""Yes"" both delta and D.E.L.T.A. answered. ""Well alrighty then"" replied <br/>Theta. The deck began to get handed out by Theta while Delta lowered the transparency of the 12 foot radius circular holographic wall that surrounded them.</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.saber-scorpion.com/aaw/images/halo/perm_spartan_laconic.jpg""/><br/>Infiltration and Security Specialist (PC) D.E.L.T.A. <img alt=""Image"" src=""http://static.tvtropes.org/pmwiki/pub/images/Delta_Red_vs_Blue_9223.jpg""/> AI Delta<br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://static.tvtropes.org/pmwiki/pub/images/Theta_1656.jpg""/>AI Theta</div></div></div><br/><br/>D.E.L.T.A. Looked at his holographic cards from inside the green ""curtain"" surrounding them. He had a 2 & 3. I see. The 2 ai's appeared to be looking at their cards as well. The Ai Delta said ""Hit me and theta gave him a card. D.E.L.T.A. Said ""hit me"" and he got a 6. <guess that makes 11 then> he thought to himself. Delta said that he'd stay where he is (""I'll stay""). ""Hit me"" stated D.E.L.T.A. . Theta gave him a card and D.E.L.T.A. Looked at it <Ace, that means either I'm at 12 or 22 and lose. I'll go with 12> ""Hit me"" Delta said. Theta floated another card to him. D.E.L.T.A. Peered at it. <A four, crap, that brings me to 16, do I want to go again? No I'll stay> ""I'll stay"" he said. Theta nodded and After Delta and D.E.L.T.A. Revealed their cards to total 18 and 16 respectively, Theta revealed his cards. 3..7..King. House wins. ""Holy smokes, I won, Theta exclaimed, excited. ""Good game"" said D.E.L.T.A. Smiling, glad to have been able to both take a break, play a game with 2 new friendly acquaintances, and practice with his suits equipment all at once, it didn't bother him losing too much, after all he was learning so much at the moment to care. ""Indeed"" stayed Delta, not seeming to be bothered by the loss either.<br/><br/>""Did you want to play again Alpha"" Asked Theta,, choosing to say 'Alpha' over 'D.E.L.T.A.' To avoid confusions between D.E.L.T.A. (Human) And Delta (AI). ""No thank you Theta, I'm good"" D.E.L.T.A. replied ""I'm good for now"". The cards disappeared. ""If it's alright however I would like to practice my lock-picking on a holographic lock. Could you create a holographic lock for me to practice Delta? Theta your fine for now"". ""Alright, Cool!"" Said Theta and he created a holo Skate board and began skateboarding in circles around D.E.L.T.A. While Delta said ""Acknowledged"" and created a holographic lock. D.E.L.T.A. Set to work practicing his lock picking skills by practicing unlocking the lock."
14000,Our Place Among the Stars: Chosen (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323944&start=75,2014-12-23T12:41:00,Zarkenis Ultima,"Ereshkigal listened to Jerome as he answered her question, stating that he would prefer to be with his core or his family instead of serving the masters in this new core. Though to her the will of the masters was perfectly justified, and not something she disagreed with, she could still understand how the man in front of her felt. She herself missed her family, her people, the Einherjar, though whether or not they missed her as well as a different matter entirely. To be sent away to serve the Aheani was certainly a great honor, and they were more likely than not happy for her. She certainly wouldn't rather be with them, since here she could serve the masters, but she did miss being among people she had a mutual understanding with.<br/><br/>Either way, it did seem like he regretted being placed with the Star Wardens. In fact, he seemed to regret being placed in the military at all. As her entire core was made of people who had not known anything else than that, she didn't quite understand why it was so bad, or why his family was so worried about him. To her, being able to choose was a rare thing, after all, and the way she saw it he had enjoyed much more freedom than herself, despite his complaints.<br/><br/>Of course, she said nothing of that, merely nodding at him as he finished speaking. ""I see."" She said, little emotion in her voice, as always, though it was possible to discern understanding in her words. ""I was surprised, as well. It is rare for one of us to be brought away from the rest."" She explained, and then fell silent, uncertain of what else to say. Conversation had never been her forte, something that was relatively normal for an Einherjar."
14001,Our Place Among the Stars: Chosen (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323944&start=75,2014-12-23T15:26:00,The Orson Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Zarkenis Ultima <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323944&amp;p=22893571#p22893571"">wrote</a>:</cite>Ereshkigal listened to Jerome as he answered her question, stating that he would prefer to be with his core or his family instead of serving the masters in this new core. Though to her the will of the masters was perfectly justified, and not something she disagreed with, she could still understand how the man in front of her felt. She herself missed her family, her people, the Einherjar, though whether or not they missed her as well as a different matter entirely. To be sent away to serve the Aheani was certainly a great honor, and they were more likely than not happy for her. She certainly wouldn't rather be with them, since here she could serve the masters, but she did miss being among people she had a mutual understanding with.<br/><br/>Either way, it did seem like he regretted being placed with the Star Wardens. In fact, he seemed to regret being placed in the military at all. As her entire core was made of people who had not known anything else than that, she didn't quite understand why it was so bad, or why his family was so worried about him. To her, being able to choose was a rare thing, after all, and the way she saw it he had enjoyed much more freedom than herself, despite his complaints.<br/><br/>Of course, she said nothing of that, merely nodding at him as he finished speaking. ""I see."" She said, little emotion in her voice, as always, though it was possible to discern understanding in her words. ""I was surprised, as well. It is rare for one of us to be brought away from the rest."" She explained, and then fell silent, uncertain of what else to say. Conversation had never been her forte, something that was relatively normal for an Einherjar.</div></blockquote><br/>""Yeah, I was surprised as well,"" Jerome replied. ""I never thought that they would choose me of all people.""<br/><br/>Jerome had suddenly ran out of things to say as well. He then started at what he thought was Ereshkingal's power armor.<br/><br/>""Is that your power armor?"" he asked. ""If it is, it is very nice."""
14002,Our Place Among the Stars: Chosen (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323944&start=75,2014-12-23T19:20:00,Bunkeranlage,"""No, not at all"", Felix replied, chuckling a bit at the Slavic man's earnestness. ""I'm from 73. You know, the commie core?"" He took out the little H&S pendant he wore around his neck, showing it to Vlad. ""Yeah… I'm a commie… heh."" He kept the trinket, before beckoning Vlad to follow him. ""Come, I'll show you my suit.""<br/><br/>They went over to Felix's tube, where he had put his suit back inside. ""Nice one, no?"" The two stood there, looking at the suit in the tube. ""Maybe you could show me yours?"" Felix asked. He was eager to know more about the others' suits of armour, just to see the variety of different people around. ""It'll be interesting to see the stuff you have…"" He called to Harriet as well. ""Harriet, wanna see Vlad's suit?""<br/><br/>He was sure she would like to see a third person's suit. Since they were all customised for their owners, no two remotely alike, they would have quite an interesting time. After all, each one was unique, so there would be lots to learn about the other suits of armour, wouldn't there?"
14003,Our Place Among the Stars: Chosen (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323944&start=75,2014-12-23T21:23:00,Cainesland,"<These holographic locks are interesting> D.E.L.T.A. Thought to himself. As he went through his first one. Click.... Click.... Click.... Click.... ""Congrats, that's a new record Alpha, 10 minutes"" said Delta. ""Ya my first time, I wish they'd of taught thus at the academy"", ""pretty good for a new guy"" said Delta. ""Alpha this is your new base, and this is Recess. Perhaps you should take another break lest you burn yourself out"" Said Theta. ""Maybe your right Theta, no ones ever warned me against that before, in my old core pushing yourself to the max time and time again was encouraged."" D.E.L.T.A. Said in response to Theta before he turned to Delta. ""Delta, I am taking a break to socialize with my other colleagues. Shut down the holograms please."". ""Acknowledged"" responded Delta. Out of habit D.E.L.T.A. Went to pack up any equipment that he had brought for training, he found nothing as the only things he'd used to train with were his suit and the weapons that were in it. Soon the holograms dissipated, slowly revealing a more clear image of D.E.L.T.A. and 2 Ai's, one in front of him floating in front of his face about 2 feet out and another on the ground skateboarding around his feat in a figure-8 pattern. ""Delta and Theta"" D.E.L.T.A. said. The 2 Ai's stopped and came to his face, with Theta ""Kicking"" the board up into his hands before coming up. ""Yes Alpha"" they said to each other, with Delta saying it first and then Theta when he came up a second or 2 later. ""I would like you to log off"". ""Are you certain Alpha?"" Asked Delta. ""Yes, do you understand the last request Delta and Theta?"". ""Yes Alpha"" they both said. ""Acknowledge last request"". D.E.L.T.A. stated. ""Acknowledging"" said Delta while a Theta said ""Ok"". There holograms too dissipated like the created ones before. Now standing alone in the middle of the corner of the hanger, D.E.L.T.A. decided to complete the objective (socialize with his new colleagues). He spotted a colleague sitting along on some small crates on the opposite end of the room and decided to go over and check. He walked along the nice polished floor of the hanger with ease, revelling in the feather light feel of the suit despite the crushing weight he knew the suit to likely be.<br/><br/>Soon he arrived at the pile of small crates and decided to sit down near the colleague (Sang).<br/>D.E.L.T.A. thought to himself <Command: Wings fold it> causing the wings to fold up and tuck themselves away into the backpack like object on the back of his suit, in an effort to avoid hitting the teammate beside him. <Command: Poison: Off> he thought to himself as well so that if he somehow managed to stab this colleague with his tail, that he would not be poisoned to death, lest he kill his own team member.<br/>He turned and extended his right hand for a handshake while saying ""Hello, I don't believe we've had proper introductions yet, What is your name? If you don't mind my asking that is.""<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.saber-scorpion.com/aaw/images/halo/perm_spartan_laconic.jpg""/><br/>Infiltration and Security Specialist (PC) D.E.L.T.A. <img alt=""Image"" src=""http://static.tvtropes.org/pmwiki/pub/images/Delta_Red_vs_Blue_9223.jpg""/> AI Delta<br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://static.tvtropes.org/pmwiki/pub/images/Theta_1656.jpg""/>AI Theta</div></div></div>"
14004,Our Place Among the Stars: Chosen (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323944&start=75,2014-12-24T00:19:00,Zarkenis Ultima,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Orson Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323944&amp;p=22895204#p22895204"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Yeah, I was surprised as well,"" Jerome replied. ""I never thought that they would choose me of all people.""<br/><br/>Jerome had suddenly ran out of things to say as well. He then started at what he thought was Ereshkingal's power armor.<br/><br/>""Is that your power armor?"" he asked. ""If it is, it is very nice.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Ereshkigal caught Jerome staring at the Eidolon suit with the colorful butterfly wings and the scorpion tail, and upon hearing him ask if that was her armor, she nodded proudly. ""Yes."" She said in response to his comment, emotion flaring through her voice, though her face remained calm. ""I think so too."" She said, looking at the power armor as well, approaching it slowly. ""To think that the Technoma masters know me so well..."" She muttered quietly as she ran her fingers along the black reflective surface of the armor suit, touching the bloodied gladius of the Einherjar. ""They made it for me. It fits me perfectly, in every aspect."" She stated as she slowly walked around the suit, running her fingers across the black metal and the colorful wings. ""I think it is a great display of trust and appreciation that we were given gifts like these to use in the battlefield."" She said, before stepping back, away from the armor, and turning to face Jerome. ""What about yours, Jerome?"" She asked, now feeling rather curious about his armor as well."
14005,Our Place Among the Stars: Chosen (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323944&start=75,2014-12-24T07:26:00,Seno Zhou Varada,"<blockquote><div><cite>Cainesland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323944&amp;p=22898849#p22898849"">wrote</a>:</cite>&lt;These holographic locks are interesting&gt; D.E.L.T.A. Thought to himself. As he went through his first one. Click.... Click.... Click.... Click.... ""Congrats, that's a new record Alpha, 10 minutes"" said Delta. ""Ya my first time, I wish they'd of taught thus at the academy"", ""pretty good for a new guy"" said Delta. ""Alpha this is your new base, and this is Recess. Perhaps you should take another break lest you burn yourself out"" Said Theta. ""Maybe your right Theta, no ones ever warned me against that before, in my old core pushing yourself to the max time and time again was encouraged."" D.E.L.T.A. Said in response to Theta before he turned to Delta. ""Delta, I am taking a break to socialize with my other colleagues. Shut down the holograms please."". ""Acknowledged"" responded Delta. Out of habit D.E.L.T.A. Went to pack up any equipment that he had brought for training, he found nothing as the only things he'd used to train with were his suit and the weapons that were in it. Soon the holograms dissipated, slowly revealing a more clear image of D.E.L.T.A. and 2 Ai's, one in front of him floating in front of his face about 2 feet out and another on the ground skateboarding around his feat in a figure-8 pattern. ""Delta and Theta"" D.E.L.T.A. said. The 2 Ai's stopped and came to his face, with Theta ""Kicking"" the board up into his hands before coming up. ""Yes Alpha"" they said to each other, with Delta saying it first and then Theta when he came up a second or 2 later. ""I would like you to log off"". ""Are you certain Alpha?"" Asked Delta. ""Yes, do you understand the last request Delta and Theta?"". ""Yes Alpha"" they both said. ""Acknowledge last request"". D.E.L.T.A. stated. ""Acknowledging"" said Delta while a Theta said ""Ok"". There holograms too dissipated like the created ones before. Now standing alone in the middle of the corner of the hanger, D.E.L.T.A. decided to complete the objective (socialize with his new colleagues). He spotted a colleague sitting along on some small crates on the opposite end of the room and decided to go over and check. He walked along the nice polished floor of the hanger with ease, revelling in the feather light feel of the suit despite the crushing weight he knew the suit to likely be. <br/><br/>Soon he arrived at the pile of small crates and decided to sit down near the colleague (Sang). <br/>D.E.L.T.A. thought to himself &lt;Command: Wings fold it&gt; causing the wings to fold up and tuck themselves away into the backpack like object on the back of his suit, in an effort to avoid hitting the teammate beside him. &lt;Command: Poison: Off&gt; he thought to himself as well so that if he somehow managed to stab this colleague with his tail, that he would not be poisoned to death, lest he kill his own team member. <br/>He turned and extended his right hand for a handshake while saying ""Hello, I don't believe we've had proper introductions yet, What is your name? If you don't mind my asking that is.""<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://www.saber-scorpion.com/aaw/images/halo/perm_spartan_laconic.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/>Infiltration and Security Specialist (PC) D.E.L.T.A. (<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://static.tvtropes.org/pmwiki/pub/images/Delta_Red_vs_Blue_9223.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>) AI Delta<br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://static.tvtropes.org/pmwiki/pub/images/Theta_1656.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)AI Theta</div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/><br/>Sang was sitting on one of the crates in his power armor Midnight thinking of various unimportant things when another man in power armor approached him asking his name. Sang then quickly opened his helmet up via one of the controls and answered ""Sang Yi"". Then with bumping his power armor's chest on one of the larger red areas that looked like blood on his mostly raven black armor adding ""and my power armor's name is Midnight"". In his mind Sang was kinda glad some one approached him as the rest had been in or were in conversation. This would also give him the ability to learn about at least one of his teammates. ""Also may I ask your name?"" Sang asked."
14006,Our Place Among the Stars: Chosen (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323944&start=75,2014-12-24T08:28:00,Cainesland,"<blockquote><div><cite>Seno Zhou Varada <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323944&amp;p=22901758#p22901758"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Cainesland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323944&amp;p=22898849#p22898849"">wrote</a>:</cite>&lt;These holographic locks are interesting&gt; D.E.L.T.A. Thought to himself. As he went through his first one. Click.... Click.... Click.... Click.... ""Congrats, that's a new record Alpha, 10 minutes"" said Delta. ""Ya my first time, I wish they'd of taught thus at the academy"", ""pretty good for a new guy"" said Delta. ""Alpha this is your new base, and this is Recess. Perhaps you should take another break lest you burn yourself out"" Said Theta. ""Maybe your right Theta, no ones ever warned me against that before, in my old core pushing yourself to the max time and time again was encouraged."" D.E.L.T.A. Said in response to Theta before he turned to Delta. ""Delta, I am taking a break to socialize with my other colleagues. Shut down the holograms please."". ""Acknowledged"" responded Delta. Out of habit D.E.L.T.A. Went to pack up any equipment that he had brought for training, he found nothing as the only things he'd used to train with were his suit and the weapons that were in it. Soon the holograms dissipated, slowly revealing a more clear image of D.E.L.T.A. and 2 Ai's, one in front of him floating in front of his face about 2 feet out and another on the ground skateboarding around his feat in a figure-8 pattern. ""Delta and Theta"" D.E.L.T.A. said. The 2 Ai's stopped and came to his face, with Theta ""Kicking"" the board up into his hands before coming up. ""Yes Alpha"" they said to each other, with Delta saying it first and then Theta when he came up a second or 2 later. ""I would like you to log off"". ""Are you certain Alpha?"" Asked Delta. ""Yes, do you understand the last request Delta and Theta?"". ""Yes Alpha"" they both said. ""Acknowledge last request"". D.E.L.T.A. stated. ""Acknowledging"" said Delta while a Theta said ""Ok"". There holograms too dissipated like the created ones before. Now standing alone in the middle of the corner of the hanger, D.E.L.T.A. decided to complete the objective (socialize with his new colleagues). He spotted a colleague sitting along on some small crates on the opposite end of the room and decided to go over and check. He walked along the nice polished floor of the hanger with ease, revelling in the feather light feel of the suit despite the crushing weight he knew the suit to likely be. <br/><br/>Soon he arrived at the pile of small crates and decided to sit down near the colleague (Sang). <br/>D.E.L.T.A. thought to himself &lt;Command: Wings fold it&gt; causing the wings to fold up and tuck themselves away into the backpack like object on the back of his suit, in an effort to avoid hitting the teammate beside him. &lt;Command: Poison: Off&gt; he thought to himself as well so that if he somehow managed to stab this colleague with his tail, that he would not be poisoned to death, lest he kill his own team member. <br/>He turned and extended his right hand for a handshake while saying ""Hello, I don't believe we've had proper introductions yet, What is your name? If you don't mind my asking that is.""<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://www.saber-scorpion.com/aaw/images/halo/perm_spartan_laconic.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/>Infiltration and Security Specialist (PC) D.E.L.T.A. (<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://static.tvtropes.org/pmwiki/pub/images/Delta_Red_vs_Blue_9223.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>) AI Delta<br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://static.tvtropes.org/pmwiki/pub/images/Theta_1656.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)AI Theta</div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/><br/>Sang was sitting on one of the crates in his power armor Midnight thinking of various unimportant things when another man in power armor approached him asking his name. Sang then quickly opened his helmet up via one of the controls and answered ""Sang Yi"". Then with bumping his power armor's chest on one of the larger red areas that looked like blood on his mostly raven black armor adding ""and my power armor's name is Midnight"". In his mind Sang was kinda glad some one approached him as the rest had been in or were in conversation. This would also give him the ability to learn about at least one of his teammates. ""Also may I ask your name?"" Sang asked.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>D.E.L.T.A. listened intently to sang Yi and responded by saying ""It's a pleasure to meet you Sang Yi. My name is Dakota Alpha for short, but I guess in the military we only seem to use last names or use abbreviations right? So I guess you can call me Alpha or D.E.L.T.A. if you wish."" Since Sang Yi added his armour name, D.E.L.T.A. decided to as well ""My Armour name is Hope"".<br/><br/>He continued ""Pretty hectic trip huh? I arrived not long ago from North America, small town called Rolo. Not sure if you've heard of it. I'm from the Knights of honour Core, If you don't mind my asking, what core are you from?"""
14007,Our Place Among the Stars: Chosen (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323944&start=75,2014-12-24T08:29:00,Dustain,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323944&amp;p=22897639#p22897639"">wrote</a>:</cite>""No, not at all"", Felix replied, chuckling a bit at the Slavic man's earnestness. ""I'm from 73. You know, the commie core?"" He took out the little H&amp;S pendant he wore around his neck, showing it to Vlad. ""Yeah… I'm a commie… heh."" He kept the trinket, before beckoning Vlad to follow him. ""Come, I'll show you my suit.""<br/><br/>They went over to Felix's tube, where he had put his suit back inside. ""Nice one, no?"" The two stood there, looking at the suit in the tube. ""Maybe you could show me yours?"" Felix asked. He was eager to know more about the others' suits of armour, just to see the variety of different people around. ""It'll be interesting to see the stuff you have…"" He called to Harriet as well. ""Harriet, wanna see Vlad's suit?"" <br/><br/>He was sure she would like to see a third person's suit. Since they were all customised for their owners, no two remotely alike, they would have quite an interesting time. After all, each one was unique, so there would be lots to learn about the other suits of armour, wouldn't there?</div></blockquote><br/><br/>“H-huh?” Harriet hesitated with an awkward smile, her avionics antenna twitching slightly in Felix's direction. This Core was her family now, and she had to get along with them, but she wasn't a fan of Vlad's brusque manner, the way he just assaulted her with questions. It made her want to run into a corner and huddle in a ball.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Maybe he's just uncomfortable, this is new for everyone.</span><br/><br/>“Oh yeah.” Harriet said after a moment with her signature beaming smile “Sure, show us you armour, Vlad.”<br/><br/>She was actually interested, after all she'd be competing with these men and women and she'd need to know what they could do so her core could win."
14008,Our Place Among the Stars: Chosen (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323944&start=75,2014-12-24T09:17:00,Seno Zhou Varada,"<blockquote><div><cite>Cainesland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323944&amp;p=22902138#p22902138"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Seno Zhou Varada <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323944&amp;p=22901758#p22901758"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Sang was sitting on one of the crates in his power armor Midnight thinking of various unimportant things when another man in power armor approached him asking his name. Sang then quickly opened his helmet up via one of the controls and answered ""Sang Yi"". Then with bumping his power armor's chest on one of the larger red areas that looked like blood on his mostly raven black armor adding ""and my power armor's name is Midnight"". In his mind Sang was kinda glad some one approached him as the rest had been in or were in conversation. This would also give him the ability to learn about at least one of his teammates. ""Also may I ask your name?"" Sang asked.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>D.E.L.T.A. listened intently to sang Yi and responded by saying ""It's a pleasure to meet you Sang Yi. My name is Dakota Alpha for short, but I guess in the military we only seem to use last names or use abbreviations right? So I guess you can call me Alpha or D.E.L.T.A. if you wish."" Since Sang Yi added his armour name, D.E.L.T.A. decided to as well ""My Armour name is Hope"". <br/><br/>He continued ""Pretty hectic trip huh? I arrived not long ago from North America, small town called Rolo. Not sure if you've heard of it. I'm from the Knights of honour Core, If you don't mind my asking, what core are you from?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>After answering the question Sang listened to the man who's given name Dakota Alpha or Alpha as he suggested saying the military mostly used only last names or abbreviations. His armor's name was Hope which suprised him a little as he thought that was strange for a power armor. Then he said his core and asked what was Sang's core. ""My core is over in the far east, core 49 Silent Nights in South Korea"" Sang responded and opening his entire helmet up revealing his entire face and putting a hand on his shaggy light black color hair that wasn't light enough to be a shade of grey added ""and so I'm of course Korean not Japanese or Chinese"". Then thinking people always get it confused or mixed up. ""So anyway what was your core like?"" Sang then asked curiously."
14009,Our Place Among the Stars: Chosen (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323944&start=75,2014-12-24T09:29:00,In Gentem Et De Libris Scientiam,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dustain <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323944&amp;p=22902141#p22902141"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323944&amp;p=22897639#p22897639"">wrote</a>:</cite>""No, not at all"", Felix replied, chuckling a bit at the Slavic man's earnestness. ""I'm from 73. You know, the commie core?"" He took out the little H&amp;S pendant he wore around his neck, showing it to Vlad. ""Yeah… I'm a commie… heh."" He kept the trinket, before beckoning Vlad to follow him. ""Come, I'll show you my suit.""<br/><br/>They went over to Felix's tube, where he had put his suit back inside. ""Nice one, no?"" The two stood there, looking at the suit in the tube. ""Maybe you could show me yours?"" Felix asked. He was eager to know more about the others' suits of armour, just to see the variety of different people around. ""It'll be interesting to see the stuff you have…"" He called to Harriet as well. ""Harriet, wanna see Vlad's suit?"" <br/><br/>He was sure she would like to see a third person's suit. Since they were all customised for their owners, no two remotely alike, they would have quite an interesting time. After all, each one was unique, so there would be lots to learn about the other suits of armour, wouldn't there?</div></blockquote><br/><br/>“H-huh?” Harriet hesitated with an awkward smile, her avionics antenna twitching slightly in Felix's direction. This Core was her family now, and she had to get along with them, but she wasn't a fan of Vlad's brusque manner, the way he just assaulted her with questions. It made her want to run into a corner and huddle in a ball. <br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Maybe he's just uncomfortable, this is new for everyone.</span><br/><br/>“Oh yeah.” Harriet said after a moment with her signature beaming smile “Sure, show us you armour, Vlad.”<br/><br/>She was actually interested, after all she'd be competing with these men and women and she'd need to know what they could do so her core could win.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Uh.. sure, you can see my armor. I'm not the best at conversing, and my manner is one of efficiency so i get to what it is we are talking about. I'm a bit nervous about this new core thing."" Vlad said with a slight slavic accent. He was thinking that maybe he might have messed something up with the girl... Harriet.<br/><br/>""My armor has a railgun, and a heat ray as a weapon, which is good for me as i was a sniper, and these are snipers weapons. I think my movement modules are burrow, and phase so i can go though solid materials. I have something that i don't know if you have. It's a increase in my optical senses so i can see infrared and x-ray radiation when i'm in suit."" he said with his accent blurring some of the letters."
14010,Our Place Among the Stars: Chosen (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323944&start=75,2014-12-24T13:10:00,Cainesland,"<blockquote><div><cite>Seno Zhou Varada <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323944&amp;p=22902432#p22902432"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Cainesland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323944&amp;p=22902138#p22902138"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>D.E.L.T.A. listened intently to sang Yi and responded by saying ""It's a pleasure to meet you Sang Yi. My name is Dakota Alpha for short, but I guess in the military we only seem to use last names or use abbreviations right? So I guess you can call me Alpha or D.E.L.T.A. if you wish."" Since Sang Yi added his armour name, D.E.L.T.A. decided to as well ""My Armour name is Hope"". <br/><br/>He continued ""Pretty hectic trip huh? I arrived not long ago from North America, small town called Rolo. Not sure if you've heard of it. I'm from the Knights of honour Core, If you don't mind my asking, what core are you from?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>After answering the question Sang listened to the man who's given name Dakota Alpha or Alpha as he suggested saying the military mostly used only last names or abbreviations. His armor's name was Hope which suprised him a little as he thought that was strange for a power armor. Then he said his core and asked what was Sang's core. ""My core is over in the far east, core 49 Silent Nights in South Korea"" Sang responded and opening his entire helmet up revealing his entire face and putting a hand on his shaggy light black color hair that wasn't light enough to be a shade of grey added ""and so I'm of course Korean not Japanese or Chinese"". Then thinking people always get it confused or mixed up. ""So anyway what was your core like?"" Sang then asked curiously.</div></blockquote><br/>D.E.L.T.A. Listened to Sang Yi. He was Intrigued when he learned that he was from the Far East. <I see so south Korean, that's a neat place.> D.E.L.T.A. Noted. ""Thank you for the clarification"" Said D.E.L.T.A. ""South Korea is an interesting place."" D.E.L.T.A. continued, now answering his question about his core. ""My core was alright, it had many honourable people that occupied it and the code of chivalry was held highly by all, including myself. Though it had a high degree of arrogance in it but that's alright, pride in what you do isn't a negative quality in my eyes, though there are limits. One thing I regret not doing more of while I was there was socializing, I didn't really socialize much with my teammates there until the later years so I didn't learn as much jargon from them as should be expected unfortunately. Instead I practiced, trained and did my work, I did what I was told and more and thus here I am, but it was fun. But ya the core is very fine, if a bit conservative, and has many nice folks in it that are honourable, if a bit prideful and arrogant. If it matters my colleagues were mostly Irish and English in the core. If you don't mind my asking, what was your core like?""<br/>Analyzing his power armour he continued ""Your Armour looks neat, have you figured out its abilities yet?""."
14011,Our Place Among the Stars: Chosen (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323944&start=75,2014-12-24T13:22:00,The Orson Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Zarkenis Ultima <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323944&amp;p=22900135#p22900135"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Orson Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323944&amp;p=22895204#p22895204"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Yeah, I was surprised as well,"" Jerome replied. ""I never thought that they would choose me of all people.""<br/><br/>Jerome had suddenly ran out of things to say as well. He then started at what he thought was Ereshkingal's power armor.<br/><br/>""Is that your power armor?"" he asked. ""If it is, it is very nice.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Ereshkigal caught Jerome staring at the Eidolon suit with the colorful butterfly wings and the scorpion tail, and upon hearing him ask if that was her armor, she nodded proudly. ""Yes."" She said in response to his comment, emotion flaring through her voice, though her face remained calm. ""I think so too."" She said, looking at the power armor as well, approaching it slowly. ""To think that the Technoma masters know me so well..."" She muttered quietly as she ran her fingers along the black reflective surface of the armor suit, touching the bloodied gladius of the Einherjar. ""They made it for me. It fits me perfectly, in every aspect."" She stated as she slowly walked around the suit, running her fingers across the black metal and the colorful wings. ""I think it is a great display of trust and appreciation that we were given gifts like these to use in the battlefield."" She said, before stepping back, away from the armor, and turning to face Jerome. ""What about yours, Jerome?"" She asked, now feeling rather curious about his armor as well.</div></blockquote><br/>Jerome walked over to his power armor.<br/><br/>""This is it,"" he said. Jerome took another look at, and was still amazed at how it was the right size for him. ""It is truly incredible. It's even painted in red, white, and blue, my favorite colors."""
14012,Our Place Among the Stars: Chosen (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323944&start=75,2014-12-24T19:20:00,New Jordslag,"Alice Lynch was sitting against the wall of the docking bay, happily eating candy from a bag of candy. Munching hungrily on the candy, she surveyed the other students, half-interested. Most of them were boring. They talked to each other and introduced themselves, and did nothing of any note. She silently wished that something here would be interesting.<br/><br/>She got her wish. A Human Admiral and an Aheani Lieutenant walked in, and she gave a lazy salute from where she sat next to the wall. The admiral began a Q&A session, which she found dreadfully boring. Finally, it ended, much to her relief. Some students talked to the Aheani woman; others talked to each other. Oh, and they rolled out suits of power armor. She loved Power Armor. It was so fun to murder your opponents in a suit of suiting armor, just like in old legends. Right now, however, she just wanted to eat her candy.<br/><br/>Until she noticed something interesting. A girl was crying next to her Power Armor. Or she thought so. The girl was on her left side; her left eye was badly damaged, so while she wasn't blind, it was difficult to see much more then fuzzy people. Deciding, after several seconds consideration, this was at least a little interesting, Alice happily skipped over there. The girl and a boy were talking. He was in front of a Power Armor colored Red, White, and Blue. While his power armor was interesting, he looked boring. Waving to the girl, she said, ""Hello!~ Isn't this fun?~"""
14013,Our Place Among the Stars: Chosen (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323944&start=75,2014-12-24T21:33:00,Seno Zhou Varada,"<blockquote><div><cite>Cainesland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323944&amp;p=22904667#p22904667"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Seno Zhou Varada <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323944&amp;p=22902432#p22902432"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>After answering the question Sang listened to the man who's given name Dakota Alpha or Alpha as he suggested saying the military mostly used only last names or abbreviations. His armor's name was Hope which suprised him a little as he thought that was strange for a power armor. Then he said his core and asked what was Sang's core. ""My core is over in the far east, core 49 Silent Nights in South Korea"" Sang responded and opening his entire helmet up revealing his entire face and putting a hand on his shaggy light black color hair that wasn't light enough to be a shade of grey added ""and so I'm of course Korean not Japanese or Chinese"". Then thinking people always get it confused or mixed up. ""So anyway what was your core like?"" Sang then asked curiously.</div></blockquote><br/> D.E.L.T.A. Listened to Sang Yi. He was Intrigued when he learned that he was from the Far East. &lt;I see so south Korean, that's a neat place.&gt; D.E.L.T.A. Noted. ""Thank you for the clarification"" Said D.E.L.T.A. ""South Korea is an interesting place."" D.E.L.T.A. continued, now answering his question about his core. ""My core was alright, it had many honourable people that occupied it and the code of chivalry was held highly by all, including myself. Though it had a high degree of arrogance in it but that's alright, pride in what you do isn't a negative quality in my eyes, though there are limits. One thing I regret not doing more of while I was there was socializing, I didn't really socialize much with my teammates there until the later years so I didn't learn as much jargon from them as should be expected unfortunately. Instead I practiced, trained and did my work, I did what I was told and more and thus here I am, but it was fun. But ya the core is very fine, if a bit conservative, and has many nice folks in it that are honourable, if a bit prideful and arrogant. If it matters my colleagues were mostly Irish and English in the core. If you don't mind my asking, what was your core like?""<br/>Analyzing his power armour he continued ""Your Armour looks neat, have you figured out its abilities yet?"".</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Sang listened in on Alpha as he talked about his core which seemed actually alright. And it seemed that he was kinda like Sang in the way he had worked. It seemed like that was the way you usually got up high and nowadays in this event here. ""Interesting"" Sang slowly and quietly said then adding ""it's only fair I tell you of mine"". ""Life in my core and in my home especially was simple except for the academy. Lots of simple and plain furniture that was strangely comfortable and secure feeling. The people I knew were usually polite and respectful as usually expected and expectations were high for me as a last child always being pushed out of the way by my older brethren who were social spotlights. So I kinda did what you did, I worked. I worked so hard I got into the Academy's best. However as you know social life suffers."" Sang rambled before the 2nd question then quickly adding ""of course it's inscribed where the armor were and the HUD shows you"". Then he looks over to the previously crying girl and other person... with another person coming. ""Normally I'm not good with larger groups but do you want to enter into a group conversation with them?"" Samg asks flicking his finger over to the group with a finger before quickly retracting it."
14014,Our Place Among the Stars: Chosen (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323944&start=75,2014-12-24T22:00:00,Dustain,"<blockquote><div><cite>In Gentem Et De Libris Scientiam <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323944&amp;p=22902524#p22902524"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Dustain <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323944&amp;p=22902141#p22902141"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>“H-huh?” Harriet hesitated with an awkward smile, her avionics antenna twitching slightly in Felix's direction. This Core was her family now, and she had to get along with them, but she wasn't a fan of Vlad's brusque manner, the way he just assaulted her with questions. It made her want to run into a corner and huddle in a ball. <br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Maybe he's just uncomfortable, this is new for everyone.</span><br/><br/>“Oh yeah.” Harriet said after a moment with her signature beaming smile “Sure, show us you armour, Vlad.”<br/><br/>She was actually interested, after all she'd be competing with these men and women and she'd need to know what they could do so her core could win.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Uh.. sure, you can see my armor. I'm not the best at conversing, and my manner is one of efficiency so i get to what it is we are talking about. I'm a bit nervous about this new core thing."" Vlad said with a slight slavic accent. He was thinking that maybe he might have messed something up with the girl... Harriet.<br/><br/>""My armor has a railgun, and a heat ray as a weapon, which is good for me as i was a sniper, and these are snipers weapons. I think my movement modules are burrow, and phase so i can go though solid materials. I have something that i don't know if you have. It's a increase in my optical senses so i can see infrared and x-ray radiation when i'm in suit."" he said with his accent blurring some of the letters.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>""hmmmm"" Harriet hummed thoughtfully, the avionics anntena on either side of her head twisted and twitched ""Well, you're still not as quick as me, so we can't race. But you can shoot from a much further distance so we could probably keep score."" She smiled warmly ""That is if you like a bit of frenidly competition. And I certainly think you're ability to mark targets will be very helpful.""<br/><br/>""It looks good."" She reitterated with a nod ""I don't like the burrowing though."" Harriet blushed slightly and bashfully rubbed the back of her head with and armored hand, ""I get a little claustrophobic."""
14015,Our Place Among the Stars: Chosen (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323944&start=75,2014-12-24T22:07:00,Cainesland,"<blockquote><div><cite>Seno Zhou Varada <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323944&amp;p=22908494#p22908494"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Cainesland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323944&amp;p=22904667#p22904667"">wrote</a>:</cite> D.E.L.T.A. Listened to Sang Yi. He was Intrigued when he learned that he was from the Far East. &lt;I see so south Korean, that's a neat place.&gt; D.E.L.T.A. Noted. ""Thank you for the clarification"" Said D.E.L.T.A. ""South Korea is an interesting place."" D.E.L.T.A. continued, now answering his question about his core. ""My core was alright, it had many honourable people that occupied it and the code of chivalry was held highly by all, including myself. Though it had a high degree of arrogance in it but that's alright, pride in what you do isn't a negative quality in my eyes, though there are limits. One thing I regret not doing more of while I was there was socializing, I didn't really socialize much with my teammates there until the later years so I didn't learn as much jargon from them as should be expected unfortunately. Instead I practiced, trained and did my work, I did what I was told and more and thus here I am, but it was fun. But ya the core is very fine, if a bit conservative, and has many nice folks in it that are honourable, if a bit prideful and arrogant. If it matters my colleagues were mostly Irish and English in the core. If you don't mind my asking, what was your core like?""<br/>Analyzing his power armour he continued ""Your Armour looks neat, have you figured out its abilities yet?"".</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Sang listened in on Alpha as he talked about his core which seemed actually alright. And it seemed that he was kinda like Sang in the way he had worked. It seemed like that was the way you usually got up high and nowadays in this event here. ""Interesting"" Sang slowly and quietly said then adding ""it's only fair I tell you of mine"". ""Life in my core and in my home especially was simple except for the academy. Lots of simple and plain furniture that was strangely comfortable and secure feeling. The people I knew were usually polite and respectful as usually expected and expectations were high for me as a last child always being pushed out of the way by my older brethren who were social spotlights. So I kinda did what you did, I worked. I worked so hard I got into the Academy's best. However as you know social life suffers."" Sang rambled before the 2nd question then quickly adding ""of course it's inscribed where the armor were and the HUD shows you"". Then he looks over to the previously crying girl and other person... with another person coming. ""Normally I'm not good with larger groups but do you want to enter into a group conversation with them?"" Sang asks flicking his finger over to the group with a finger before quickly retracting it.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Of course, I know what I have, but am unsure about what you have."" D.E.L.T.A. said. Then referring to Sang's question about joining the other group, D.E.L.T.A. said smiling ""I'm not much for it either but I'm in the mood for adventure so of course, why not, what could go wrong?"". While walking to them D.E.L.T.A. continued talking. ""After graduation, not long ago, I became a specialist in infiltration and security? What did you graduate as (What do you do?) If you don't mind my asking.""."
14016,Our Place Among the Stars: Chosen (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323944&start=75,2014-12-24T22:22:00,Zarkenis Ultima,"Ereshkigal followed Jerome with her amber gaze, seeing him walk up to an armor that was painted in red, white and blue, like he said, as well as black. She analyzed it, thinking it looked quite appropiate for combat, though then, she believed that something like that was to be expected of armor suits crafted by the Aheani, let alone Eidolon-class suits, usually reserved for elites and commanders. However, one thing that she did find rather curious was his statement.<br/><br/>""Favorite colors...?"" She muttered to herself, repeating his words as she looked at the colors he had mentioned. Favorite colors. Now that was something she'd never really heard about before among the people of her core, something she had never really thought about before. Favorite colors...<br/><br/>Before she could think too much about it, her senses detected someone else approaching. Tensing up ever so slightly, she turned in the direction of the person, only to see a girl, a very young one by her looks, skipping over to where she and Jerome stood. Briefly, Ereshkigal wondered why someone that looked so young had been sent there along with her and the others, but she quickly tossed aside the thoughts. She didn't really have a reason to question the will of the masters, and if the masters had willed for that little girl to be here, then so be it. Surely, they had their reasons.<br/><br/>Afterwards, something a bit confusing happened. The girl waved at Ereshkigal, greeting her and asking if she found the situation entertaining. Understandably confused by the strange inquiry, the Einherjar hesitated a little before answering. ""H-hello..."" She said, quietly as always. ""...Fun? I... I suppose that you could consider our mission... fun... but..."" She continued, confusedly muttering her words, not quite certain of how to answer the question properly. ""...I... yes... it is fun."" She finally said, resigning herself to merely agree, uncertain of what else to say or do.<br/><hr/><br/><br/>A shadow prowled the pristine docking bay of the Sanctum of Reason, sticking to the walls, moving in plain sight and yet unseen by everyone. A silent presence. An unkown entity. He, for it was a male being, moved silently across the floor of the docking bay, searching for a lonely prey to attack. A shade of white fluttered behind him as he moved across the room, glancing left and right with an expression of entertainment. He was thrilled to be here, that much was evident, and as the others conversed calmly, he continued looking for someone, anyone who seemed to be isolated from the rest. Finally, he felt like he had found someone. Approaching quietly, he waited until he was just behind before finally jumping to strike.<br/><br/>""Hell-o!"" Said one Alistair Crown to the woman he had snuck up on as he placed an overly friendly arm around her shoulders. His left eye, as always, was closed, but the other one was wide open, his pale green eye clearly visible. He wore a clean white coat over a black shirt, explaining the blur of white that he might have looked like to anyone observant enough to notice him for just a moment. It was also this color that allowed him to stay unseen around the pristine walls of the docking bay. Either way, now that he had finally decided to show himself, he thought that he might as well try to have some fun with the people that were here as well, such as the one he had placed his arm around, Janett.<br/><br/>""May I say that you look absolutely stunning in this white light?"" He said with a big grin, fully expecting to be punched in the face, and caring little about the fact."
14017,Our Place Among the Stars: Chosen (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323944&start=75,2014-12-24T22:48:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Zarkenis Ultima <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323944&amp;p=22908921#p22908921"">wrote</a>:</cite>A shadow prowled the pristine docking bay of the Sanctum of Reason, sticking to the walls, moving in plain sight and yet unseen by everyone. A silent presence. An unkown entity. He, for it was a male being, moved silently across the floor of the docking bay, searching for a lonely prey to attack. A shade of white fluttered behind him as he moved across the room, glancing left and right with an expression of entertainment. He was thrilled to be here, that much was evident, and as the others conversed calmly, he continued looking for someone, anyone who seemed to be isolated from the rest. Finally, he felt like he had found someone. Approaching quietly, he waited until he was just behind before finally jumping to strike.<br/><br/>""Hell-o!"" Said one Alistair Crown to the woman he had snuck up on as he placed an overly friendly arm around her shoulders. His left eye, as always, was closed, but the other one was wide open, his pale green eye clearly visible. He wore a clean white coat over a black shirt, explaining the blur of white that he might have looked like to anyone observant enough to notice him for just a moment. It was also this color that allowed him to stay unseen around the pristine walls of the docking bay. Either way, now that he had finally decided to show himself, he thought that he might as well try to have some fun with the people that were here as well, such as the one he had placed his arm around, Janett.<br/><br/>""May I say that you look absolutely stunning in this white light?"" He said with a big grin, fully expecting to be punched in the face, and caring little about the fact.</div></blockquote><br/>Sneaking up on someone with power Armour on when you don't is never a good idea. Sneaking up on a psychopath who spent most of her childhood in a jail with murderers and rapists while she's in power armour, a very, very bad idea. Before her mind could register what was going on, the ex inmate had aimed a power gloved punch to the mans gut forcefully, though he was lucky that not all of her modules were online or his spine would be snapped. As it was, he would only be somewhat hurt. ""Oh hell no! I am not getting shanked again!""<br/><br/>She was about to follow up with a kick to the face when she realised that the man had not intended to hurt her. She didn't feel guilt, more a sort of annoyance. ""Oh. Sorry."" She didn't really mean it, but it was best to say so. Besides... she was somewhat attracted to men with scars. She offered a hand. ""I thought you were going to stab me."" She said simply. ""Your not bad looking yourself..."" She said, putting on her helmet.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Republic of Hasgriu <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323944&amp;p=22891156#p22891156"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323944&amp;p=22884691#p22884691"">wrote</a>:</cite>""You did nothing."" She said simply. Then her voice became level. ""I have wronged you and our core."" She replied, wanting to make it clear it wasn't his fault, then she paused again. ""I... failed you. I'm... so sorry."" She said simply, her head now hanged in shame. She couldn't say any more.</div></blockquote><br/>Nicolas still wasn't sure why this girl-whose name he was still unsure of of-was so regretful and forlorn about some event. She kept on apologising to him and the Fourth, saying, things like 'I failed you' and 'I'm sorry'. What had she done? '<span style=""font-style: italic"">I kinda want to know, but I think it'll bring up bad memories, it seems.</span>', Nicolas thought to himself. It would be best to stay away from that Pandora's Box.<br/> <br/>Nicolas's associates seemed to have better conversations than he did. They were all talking about their family and core and such... an idea then sprung into his head. Why not ask about her name and things she liked? That would surely drive away her anxiety. Without hesitation, he spoke up,""What's your name? Mine is Nicolas Yàn Kūn Xìng. I'm from Tianjin, in China!""</div></blockquote><br/>Kiku nodded, she was likely overloading this man. Her voice went back to the cool calm voice she used previously. ""I'm Kiku Tatsuda. I'm from Tokyo. Or New Tokyo if you prefer..."" After all, the old Tokyo had been wrecked by the Asura invasion, so changes were made to the structure of the metropolis. It still hasn't recovered to this day. She raised her head slightly, looking into Nicolases eyes. ""Good to meet you... Nicolas...""<br/><br/>They were interupted as the Admiral. ""Alright. Soldiers of the 303rd, Your about to get your first opportunity to work together as a team."" She explained, gesturing for them to move closer. ""While you were busy talking, we managed to get within transport range of the X-233 Space station."" She explained. ""There, you will be put through a simulation battle with members of the 48th, the 67th and the 120th. For this mission, your weapons will be set to nonlethal modes, given stun bullets or otherwise modified so they can't hurt the other core members (Though, they will likely be stunned). Their weapons will be likewise modified (If you or your suit is compromised, you'll be transported back). The station has been cleared and it's shields are down. You'll all be transported into the docking bay, where you will find a portable armory closet. They will be using Soul model power suits, however don't think it will be a walk in the park because of that. They will vastly outnumber you and will have years of battle experience to their names. In fact, you will be at more of a disadvantage than them.""<br/><br/>""The goal of the simulation is to search through the station for a Datasphere that contains a list of numbers, which you then must transmit back to us if you want to return to the Sanctum. The sphere should be displayed on your HUD.""<br/><br/>""Now, I'm sure you don't want to give your opponent more time to prepare, which is why I am going to cut this briefing short."" With that, each of the recruits was gone in a flash of light. Leaving Catherine on her own in the Docking Bay. ""Good luck.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Space Station</span><br/>Thing about instant teleportation. If one's not use to it, it can make you feel rather sick. Asuna realised this when she materialised in the Stations hanger with the others. The hanger was similar to the previous one, yet with a higher ceiling and more space. She fought to keep standing, nausea taking hold. She stood, barely. She managed to get her bearings and balance correct enough to speak.<br/><br/>""Members of the 303rd, confirm presence."" She said over group comms. ""Stay here everyone. The 67th is famed for setting all manner of traps, besides, we need a... gameplan as you humans call it."" She explained."
14018,Our Place Among the Stars: Chosen (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323944&start=75,2014-12-25T02:51:00,Zarkenis Ultima,"As previously stated, Alistair was not particularly surprised when, for his trouble, he was rewarded with a rather powerful, armored right hook to the stomach. What did surprise him was that the force that said fist impacted with was more than enough to make him close his open eye, knock the wind out of him and put him on his knees. On second thought, the young man told himself, perhaps it<span style=""font-style: italic"">wasn't</span>the best of ideas to sneak up on that one woman when she was in power armor, especially considering there were a couple others out there<span style=""font-style: italic"">without</span>their power armor on. Regardless, he thought as he clutched his stomach and doubled over in pain, he had already taken the punch, so he figured he might as well just stick around and see what happened. Judging by the girl's scream about 'getting shanked', it didn't seem like he got his ass handed to him precisely because of his antics, anyway.<br/><br/>Seeing her offer him a helping hand, and feeling the pain subside somewhat, he moved to take her hand, but instead made a vague gesture as he stood up by himself and dusted his knees off. ""Well, that's alright. I guess it's not unusual for someone to feel like they're about to get stabbed. I mean, if I had intended to stab you, you would have a bleeding hole on your back already, but who cares about the little details, right? Oh, and thank you for the compliment, it was well worth the punch to the kidney."" Alistair said with a big grin.<br/><br/>However, he soon noticed Admiral Catherine begin to speak, and, believing that something big was coming, he quickly gave Janett a casual salute as he ran off towards his armor, an orange, gold and gray Eidolon suit which opened up as he approached, allowing him to jump right inside. Once armored, Alistair simply stood by, quietly listening to the admiral as she briefed them on the training simulation that they were about to go through. Still inside his armor, the Ashbringer grinned to himself. A battle was always a good thing to have, even if it was a boring parody of a real struggle. He had barely heard about it, and already he was itching to have some action, especially after the admiral mentioned how they would be outnumbered and at a disadvantage. It was a true challenge, then. Surely something interesting would come out of all of this!<br/><br/>Suddenly, as the admiral finished her briefing, Alistair felt himself be dragged away from where he stood to a completely different place. Nausea soon took hold of him, though he fought back strongly enough to drive it back and manage to control himself. Looking around, he noticed everyone else who had been at the docking bay was also there, and his eyes spotted the portable armory closet the admiral had mentioned.<br/><br/>""A gameplan, eh? And what would our dashing commander suggest we begin with?"" The Ashbringer inquired as he placed an arm around Asuna after having snuck up on her.<br/><hr/><br/><br/>After having answered the little girl, Ereshkigal noticed quite quickly that the Admiral had begun briefing them on their upcoming assignment. Never one to miss instructions, she listened carefully to every word, taking in all of the information. They were to work together as a team, it seemed, in order to overcome a joint force containing members of the 48th, 67th and 120th cores while searching for a Datasphere hidden withing the space station. It seemed they would be at a disadvantage, and vastly outnumbered, but even then, the Einherjar was unafraid. If she was to pass this test in order to prove herself to her masters, then she would gladly march through and over all of the enemy soldiers in the space station.<br/><br/>Sensing that they were about to be sent away, the bronze-skinned girl quickly returned to her power armor and got inside just in time to be teleported away to the space station. Though the nausea did not spare any time to settle inside her, her will and self-control were strong, strong enough to drive away the unwelcome feeling and allow her to resume acting normally. As she looked around, she noticed the portable armory closet, as well as all her fellow Star Wardens, one of whom seemed to be a tad too close to the master, likely causing her discomfort.<br/><br/>""Master, shall I remove that man from your presence?"" She said quietly, but loud enough for both Asuna and Alistair to hear.<br/><br/>""Oh, that won't be necessary."" Alistair said immediately, moving away quickly as if to avoid drawing the ire of the woman in the suit with the butterfly wings. ""Anyway, the 67th are adept at laying traps, correct? What else can you tell us about the other two cores?"" The Ashbringer inquired as he walked over to the armory, picking out two large energy blades and swinging them around a bit. He then looked at the sidearms for several moments before finally giving a small shrug. ""Might as well."" He told himself as he took a plasma pistol and holstered it."
14019,Our Place Among the Stars: Chosen (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323944&start=75,2014-12-25T03:43:00,Bunkeranlage,"Before anything else could be done, the Admiral spoke again. This time, she told the cadets that they would be going to the nearby space station for a combat simulation. They would be pitted against the warriors of three different cores. ""Sounds like fun"", he said, partly to himself, partly to Harriet and Vlad. It had been a while since he had actually done any combat, even simulated combat. This would be a good warmup, after a whole year of waiting, administration, and general, annoying bureaucracy.<br/><br/>Now, though, they were going over. Something told Felix that it was time to get back into his armour, which he did. Having tried it on the first time, he was able to get into the armour quite quickly, though the prosthetic adjustments still took him a while. Wearing the armour again, Felix could not help but feel a sense of… achievement.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">At last. It's good to be back in the game. Maybe now, I can begin to do something more useful and productive.</span><br/><br/>He stood about, looking as the Admiral went on to explain the procedures… All of a sudden, he could feel the sensation of being dematerialised, a blinding flash enveloping the hangar bay. Felix knew exactly what it was.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Teleportation</span><br/><br/>For around three seconds, he could not feel anything, or see anything apart from the whiteness that had engulfed him and all the others. Soon, though, everything cleared up, leaving them standing inside a docking bay, presumably in the space station. A strange, sour feeling gripped his stomach, and though Felix tried his very best not to show it, he could still feel it nonetheless.<br/><br/>In a few moments, he managed to recover. Lieutenant Asuna's voice floated around the bay, asking the members of 303 to confirm their presence. Felix cleared his throat, before saying into the communication, ""Felix Jakobsson, Core 303, reporting for duty."" He paused, scanning the entire hangar, before going on, ""Awaiting your orders, Lieutenant."" This mission had started much earlier than he expected. He thought it would be a week, or maybe a couple of days, before they began training. But no, it started almost immediately after they landed. And here he was, in a brand new suit of armour fine tuned to suit his needs.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">If only She could see me now… Or even be right next to me, in Her very own suit of armour…</span><br/><br/>Seeing Harriet standing close to him, he whispered to her quietly, ""Well… we're in this together."" Indeed, even though they all knew that they would most certainly wouldn't be killed (it being a training mission, of course!), the recruits somehow treated it as they would an actual mission. With a serious attitude and unfaltering concentration, even at the start of the operation.<br/><br/>Vlad was just a step or two in front of him, Maxwell close by. Felix kept an eye on all the recruits he had become acquainted with. It would be unwise to let them out of his sight so early on.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">I might probably be communicating with them quite a bit.</span>"
14020,Our Place Among the Stars: Chosen (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323944&start=75,2014-12-25T05:52:00,Dustain,"Harriet's arm lowered down to her side as she turned back to the Admiral and listened with an attentive smile on her face. It grew even wider as Catherine described the sortie; she definitely wanted to try this new suit out, and though the cramped confines of a station didn't exactly suit her tactics, there was still the chance of EVA where she could push Garuda to her utmost.<br/><br/>So it came as little shock to say the leasts as the hangar melted away into a puddle of blinding light. She stomach went straight up into her throat like she was turning through a few gs. When the room stabilised into the armoury of station X-223 Harriet's legs gave away and she collapsed on to the metal floor plating with a clatter.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323944&amp;p=22909091#p22909091"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Members of the 303rd, confirm presence.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Harriet had to take a moment to settle her stomach, holding her breath for a second to keep the protein bar she had ate earlier down. She swallowed it and let go of a few heavy breaths.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">That last part definitely felt different compared to a G</span>she thought to herself as she looked forward and pulled her self and her armour to her feet.<br/><br/>“Mercury reporting.” She said, still breathing heavily.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323944&amp;p=22910310#p22910310"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Well… we're in this together.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>With one last swallow she tilted her head towards Felix with a warm smile spread out upon her face. “You bet, brother.” She said with a cheery tone. “All right, the Admiral said something about weapons being here.” Harriet began looking around the room at the various racks of equipment “If you see something small and high calibre give me a holler.” dispute her warm smile there was definitely something a little more focused about Harriet now that they were in the middle of a sortie.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Zarkenis Ultima <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323944&amp;p=22910125#p22910125"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Anyway, the 67th are adept at laying traps, correct? What else can you tell us about the other two cores?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>That caused Harriet's avionics to twitch slightly and she smiled even wider as she came up with a plan “Well, if they're good at laying traps then that means they like to have control. If some of us go to find an airlock and EVA over to the main control room we might be take control of the cameras and bulkheads, we can use them to look ahead and clear paths.” And then she bit her tongue realising that she may have interrupted Asuna, “And yeah, I guess we need to know about the other Cores too.” She said followed by a short awkward giggle."
14021,Our Place Among the Stars: Chosen (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323944&start=100,2014-12-25T07:31:00,Seno Zhou Varada,"Sang began walking with Alpha listening and about to answer his question when the Admiral started talking about their assignment. He put up a hush signal to Alpha and listened carefully. They would be going in a training simulation with a few other cores in Soul armor that out numbered us. A grin began to spread over Sang's face as Adrenaline began to say hi. Then in a moment he was teleported to the station and got very sick. An almost green look spread over his face as he dropped to his knees and gagged. However he was well enough to report ""Yi... here... oh I'm gonna be sick"". Then he pushed himself up and staggered over to the armory grabbing an energy blade, assault rifle, and one of the smaller pistols. As Sang listened to the info being talked over he began to formulate a strategy for him unknowingly saying it loud enough for the group to hear ""if I'm correct Space Stations aren't big so air support isn't best here... and some corridors are very narrow... perhaps I can use my invisibility to sneak by them but the traps will catch me then... so maybe I can use my Killer drones to trigger a few or my hover wings to not touch the ground but still"". Then actually saying aloud ""Lieutenant can you give me any info of how the station is structured?"""
14022,Our Place Among the Stars: Chosen (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323944&start=100,2014-12-25T08:17:00,Republic of Hasgriu,"Nicolas barely had any time to comprehend the Admiral's words before he was teleported to the portable armoury she had mentioned. Further chatting with Kiku would have to wait until later. The split second he was teleported, he was overcome with a wave of nausea. His head began spinning and throbbing, and his vision was slightly blurred. Quite how the soldiers with teleportation modules coped with the nauseous effects was beyond him.<br/><br/>When Lieutenant Asuna had everyone confirm that they were there, Nicolas said, loud and clear, over the comm device, ""Nicolas Yan Kun Xing, reporting."" After that, he began to recover his sense of balance. The ringing in his ears stopped. He began reviewing what the Admiral had said. A simulation battle sounded fun. It would be a valuable learning experience, as well. The lieutenant cautioned that the 67th were renown for their usage of traps. That would be something to note. Considering how the Star Wardens' objective was the Datasphere, the core would probably have to go on the offensive, with the three enemy cores entrenching themselves around the target. They would also need time to transmit the list. The situation really seemed unfavourable for the newly-formed 303rd, but they would make do, Nicolas knew. If we can't even beat our kin, why would the ever-benevolent Aheani select us? The council knew what they were doing. There was no way the core could lose their first battle!"
14023,Our Place Among the Stars: Chosen (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323944&start=100,2014-12-25T08:28:00,New Jordslag,"Maxwell was sitting in his corner of the docking bay, thinking, thinking, and thinking. He had never been much of one for fighting. He was the one who held teams together and thought things through. And now, he was anxious. Very anxious. '<span style=""font-style: italic"">What will our first mission be?</span>' He thought, fretting. '<span style=""font-style: italic"">Will I get shot? I never was much one for a fight. I may have better Power Armor now, but that fact doesn't change. What of I become a liability? Will they kill me?</span>'<br/><br/>Before his thoughts could go further, the admiral entered. Saying something about their first mission being a simulation battle, she eventually finished. Maxwell didn't bother to listen to it. Simulation battle or not, he doubted there would be a place for him. While he was tearing himself apart on the inside, suddenly there was a bright flash of light, and they were teleported to yet another Hanger. He felt sick on the inside. Likely a side-effect of the teleportation. Fighting it down, he heard Asuna call for them to confirm their presence over the intercom. Standing, although a big wobbly, he saluted. ""Maxwell reporting, Asuna. I believe I could help you with that Gameplan. I was always best at planning.""<br/><hr/><br/>Alice continued hanging around the girl, seeing as she seemed to be fun. She seemed to be totally entranced with their masters, absorbing every word. '<span style=""font-style: italic"">Like an older version of me~</span>' Alice thought inside happily. She returned with her to the Power Armor and, seeing her get in her power Armor, imitated her and got in her own Power Armor. As soon as she finished settling in, she was teleported. She felt sick, likely due to Teleportation nausea, but she didn't mind. She always was tough.<br/><br/>Retaining control, she saw the girl over with Big Sis, as she had decided to call Lieutenant Asuna, and a male cadet. He seemed like a jerk. Skipping over to the girl, she arrived just in time to see the male take his arm off Big Sis. '<span style=""font-style: italic"">Good,</span>' She thought. '<span style=""font-style: italic"">He shouldn't touch Big Sis.</span>' Then her thoughts turned to the interesting girl. Leaping on her, she gave her a big hug. ""Hello~ What's your name? I'm Alice~"""
14024,Our Place Among the Stars: Chosen (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323944&start=100,2014-12-25T08:58:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Zarkenis Ultima <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323944&amp;p=22910125#p22910125"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Oh, that won't be necessary."" Alistair said immediately, moving away quickly as if to avoid drawing the ire of the woman in the suit with the butterfly wings. ""Anyway, the 67th are adept at laying traps, correct? What else can you tell us about the other two cores?"" The Ashbringer inquired as he walked over to the armory, picking out two large energy blades and swinging them around a bit. He then looked at the sidearms for several moments before finally giving a small shrug. ""Might as well."" He told himself as he took a plasma pistol and holstered it.</div></blockquote><br/>Asuna showed no reaction to Alistairs invasion of her personal space at first. She put a hand to her suits chin. ""Firstly, before I forget, if you ever sneak up on me and invade my personal space again, I will move your bed to the sanitation bay."" She was exceptionally well read on almost all of the fighting forces in the galaxy. ""Well, the 48th are the ""White Tigers"" Famed for their ferocity in hand to hand combat and ship boarding, renowned for their service during the Battle of Iva Pass. They'll likely be the first ones we encounter, their soul armour is white with orange stripes. The 67th are the ""Shadow Crawlers"" famed for their use of traps and abush tactics, instrumental in severing the head of the Dao Yun uprisings in Urasi Maximus. They will likely attempt to attack me and anyone else who seems to be leading the squad. Black and purple armour.""<br/><br/>She paused. ""The 120th will be the main problem The ""Children of Talor"" are a core of fanatics who have taken the creed of the Aheani old god ""Talor, Ta Hene Sor Ur Jain-Lak"", He Whose Skin is Red with Fresh Blood. They focus on terror tactics, inflicting mass casualties and all manner of unpleasant stratagems... Famed for the Valley of Tears battle. They seem to teeter on the edge of what is acceptable... but for some reason they never get into too much trouble..."" She sighed. ""They've likely claimed the inner ring around the sphere, since I'm assuming its in the middle...""<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Dustain <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323944&amp;p=22910829#p22910829"">wrote</a>:</cite>That caused Harriet's avionics to twitch slightly and she smiled even wider as she came up with a plan “Well, if they're good at laying traps then that means they like to have control. If some of us go to find an airlock and EVA over to the main control room we might be take control of the cameras and bulkheads, we can use them to look ahead and clear paths.” And then she bit her tongue realising that she may have interrupted Asuna, “And yeah, I guess we need to know about the other Cores too.” She said followed by a short awkward giggle.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""That's actually a good idea..."" She replied. ""Let me just check the tactical map, this suit must be able to access the mainframe and digitally recreate-"" She came up with nothing. Her eyes narrowing. ""Hmmm. Must be jamming my connection to the station. And the Datasphere isn't showing up..."" She put her hands behind her back. ""We may have to put that on hold. Until we get a map of this place we're going in blind, but looking for a terminal could loose us valuable time and it might mean the other cores might ambush us...<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>New Jordslag <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323944&amp;p=22911702#p22911702"">wrote</a>:</cite>Maxwell was sitting in his corner of the docking bay, thinking, thinking, and thinking. He had never been much of one for fighting. He was the one who held teams together and thought things through. And now, he was anxious. Very anxious. '<span style=""font-style: italic"">What will our first mission be?</span>' He thought, fretting. '<span style=""font-style: italic"">Will I get shot? I never was much one for a fight. I may have better Power Armor now, but that fact doesn't change. What of I become a liability? Will they kill me?</span>'<br/><br/>Before his thoughts could go further, the admiral entered. Saying something about their first mission being a simulation battle, she eventually finished. Maxwell didn't bother to listen to it. Simulation battle or not, he doubted there would be a place for him. While he was tearing himself apart on the inside, suddenly there was a bright flash of light, and they were teleported to yet another Hanger. He felt sick on the inside. Likely a side-effect of the teleportation. Fighting it down, he heard Asuna call for them to confirm their presence over the intercom. Standing, although a big wobbly, he saluted. ""Maxwell reporting, Asuna. I believe I could help you with that Gameplan. I was always best at planning.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Any and all assistance you can render would be appriciated."" Asuna replied, managing to handle all the different questions of her teammates without too much trouble. ""Especially your opinion on what we should do about this map situation. We can't really plan anything without a map and without knowing where our goal is, but we risk being attacked and loosing time..."""
14025,Our Place Among the Stars: Chosen (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323944&start=100,2014-12-25T09:03:00,In Gentem Et De Libris Scientiam,"<span style=""font-style: italic"">Teleportation</span><br/>Good thing i haven't eaten anything in a couple hours.<br/><br/>""Harriet. Would you like to fight with me?"" Vlad asked, hoping she would. ""I'm going to show the 67th what it means to fight a 42nd."" He said this a bit cockily.<br/><br/>He walked over to the weapons and grabbed an energy sword, a assault rifle, and a flame-thrower. When he was grabbing those he saw a man that he had seen hanging in the recesses of the hanger, grabbing 2 energy swords.<br/><br/>""you coming harriet? I'm going to go now. If you want to follow me you can. I'll deal with these traps.""<br/><br/>Vlad dematerialised. He then walked out the hanger through the hanger door."
14026,Our Place Among the Stars: Chosen (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323944&start=100,2014-12-25T10:58:00,The Orson Empire,"Jerome quickly snapped to attention as the admiral began speaking. Apparently, they would be fighting with 3 other cores at the X-233 Space Station. Jerome used this time to jump into his power armor.<br/><br/>After the explanation was finished, Jerome was teleported into the docking bay. He quickly became very nauseous, but overcame it. He then realized he was in the docking bay of the space station, and he followed Asuna's orders and stayed in the docking bay.<br/><br/>He looked around, trying to find the girl he was talking to earlier."
14027,Our Place Among the Stars: Chosen (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323944&start=100,2014-12-25T11:35:00,Cainesland,"D.E.L.T.A. walked towards the group of colleagues, that is, until the Admiral summoned everyone too him. Thinking an announcement was about to be made D.E.L.T.A. Activated his helmets recording features and began patiently and actively watching and listening to the admirals speach.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote class=""uncited""><div> ""Alright. Soldiers of the 303rd, Your about to get your first opportunity to work together as a team. While you were busy talking, we managed to get within transport range of the X-233 Space station. There, you will be put through a simulation battle with members of the 48th, the 67th and the 120th. For this mission, your weapons will be set to nonlethal modes, given stun bullets or otherwise modified so they can't hurt the other core members (Though, they will likely be stunned). Their weapons will be likewise modified (If you or your suit is compromised, you'll be transported back). The station has been cleared and it's shields are down. You'll all be transported into the docking bay, where you will find a portable armory closet. They will be using Soul model power suits, however don't think it will be a walk in the park because of that. They will vastly outnumber you and will have years of battle experience to their names. In fact, you will be at more of a disadvantage than them. The goal of the simulation is to search through the station for a Datasphere that contains a list of numbers, which you then must transmit back to us if you want to return to the Sanctum. The sphere should be displayed on your HUD. Now, I'm sure you don't want to give your opponent more time to prepare, which is why I am going to cut this briefing short."" With that, each of the recruits was gone in a flash of light. Leaving Catherine on her own in the Docking Bay. ""Good luck.""</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/>Soon a bright light engulfed him and blackness soon after. But a couple minutes after he came too. He was standing in a room that looked a lot like the hanger he was in prior to now, only with a little larger floor space and a higher ceiling. He wondered if they were now in the space station the admiral mentioned earlier. But soon a wave of nausea hit him like anxiety before a diploma exam and he knelt down on one knee to cope. Suddenly he heard another voice emanating from his helmets communications link.<br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>""Members of the 303rd, confirm presence. Stay here everyone. The 67th is famed for setting all manner of traps, besides, we need a... gameplan as you humans call it.""</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/>He said in response ""D.E.L.T.A. Present"". He had a few questions both about the team and his opponents like what were his colleagues names? What were there skills and experience levels (what did they have experience in)? What modules were there suits equipped with? and what info could his CO's tell him about the enemies they'd be fighting in this simulated battle and the lay of the land, among other such related questions he had. Although he came to find the answers to most of those first questions with time. He found the answers to the majority of the module question simply by looking at the other colleagues, although still unsure about modules that couldn't be seen right away and one module on each uniform or if everyone had a unique module to their suits like his Ai's. He also had other questions answered simply by listening to the questions of his colleagues. Soon the nausea subsided and he stood up, and he thought of a knock knock joke while the CO talked about the 67th core while answering his colleagues question about updating them on the cores they're about to battle. <Knock Knock. Who's there?. Trap. Trap who?. Trap the 67th core.>. Then he heard a voice in his head from theta. ""That's Terrible D.E.L.T.A. "" he joked. <very funny Theta> he thought back."
14028,Our Place Among the Stars: Chosen (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323944&start=100,2014-12-25T11:59:00,Brusia,"Paul had been getting to know his new power armor and all its gadgets better while the others had spent their time talking to each other. Much of that time was spent figuring out how to use the different diagnostic tools on his Medical Omni-tool, but he also spent some time learning how to deploy and command his gun drones, and how to create some energy constructs.<br/><br/>He then heard the Admiral speak up, informing them that they were about to begin a simulation battle on a nearby space station. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">This should be interesting</span>"" he thought to himself, just as he and the others were transported to the station. Like the others, he felt dizzy and a bit nauseous once the transportation was complete ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">That's going to take some getting used to</span>"" he thought. He then heard the Lieutenant ordering the members of the 303rd to confirm their presence.<br/><br/>""Jenner, reporting in"" he replied.<br/><br/>He stood silently and still for a moment, listening to the others while recovering from his nausea. Once recovered, he heard the Lieutenant state:<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323944&amp;p=22911908#p22911908"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Any and all assistance you can render would be appriciated."" Asuna replied, managing to handle all the different questions of her teammates without too much trouble. ""Especially your opinion on what we should do about this map situation. We can't really plan anything without a map and without knowing where our goal is, but we risk being attacked and loosing time...""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>and decided to reply: ""Lieutenant, if I may make a suggestion, my suit is equipped with gun drones, and I imagine some of the others here have drones as well. If we deploy our drones to scout the station and record their video feeds, we could use that data to make a rough map of the station. And, if the drones get shot down, than at least we'll know the location of our opponents."""
14029,Our Place Among the Stars: Chosen (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323944&start=100,2014-12-25T16:32:00,In Gentem Et De Libris Scientiam,"""I agree with his plan. I also can do some scouting missions with my invis on, and phase on. I then could rely it back to you or take them out. I also think we should divide into 3 groups, one for each core. If you are good with dealing with traps you should fight those trap people. I'll help to deal with the trap layers."" Vlad said."
14030,Our Place Among the Stars: Chosen (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323944&start=100,2014-12-25T16:50:00,Cainesland,"<blockquote><div><cite>Brusia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323944&amp;p=22913030#p22913030"">wrote</a>:</cite> ""Lieutenant, if I may make a suggestion, my suit is equipped with gun drones, and I imagine some of the others here have drones as well. If we deploy our drones to scout the station and record their video feeds, we could use that data to make a rough map of the station. And, if the drones get shot down, than at least we'll know the location of our opponents.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>D.E.L.T.A. Agreed with Sang and Paul's questions. He too wondered what the lay of the land looked like and how they could go about finding it. He agreed that using the drones to map out the terrain might work, but also thought the satellite station might have schematics of the station in the files. He felt the bridge would be a good place to go to for that if they could find it, and the cafeteria if they needed to hold up for awhile, preferring the bridge however. He thought 2 strategies that might be of use in this conflict were unity, in which case they'd have strength in numbers and flanking, in which case they'd have strength through the divide and conquer method."
14031,Our Place Among the Stars: Chosen (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323944&start=100,2014-12-25T20:13:00,New Jordslag,"<blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323944&amp;p=22911908#p22911908"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Any and all assistance you can render would be appriciated."" Asuna replied, managing to handle all the different questions of her teammates without too much trouble. ""Especially your opinion on what we should do about this map situation. We can't really plan anything without a map and without knowing where our goal is, but we risk being attacked and loosing time...""</div></blockquote><br/>Max nodded. ""Don't worry, I'll come up with a plan. I excelled in planning in the academy."" Waiting for others to finish voicing their opinions, he said: ""All those options are very good, but I have something even better. Before getting a map, we need to establish a perimeter. Our toughest members will defend every opening in the Perimeter. Of course, I shall leave the actual designation as to who is the toughest to Asuna."" Pausing to take a breath, he then said, ""We send out any volunteers with Hover Wings or Jetpacks out to scout the area, and, of possible, shut down enemy communications. They will stay out there. While scouting the area, I shall maintain communications and create a map. Our members who are best at attacking, meanwhile, will conduct limited offensive operations in areas already mapped, or help out with Defense. Again, Asuna designates those best at attacking. Those scouting the area will be Team A. Defenders will be Team B. Members who are best at offense will be Team C. People with medical capabilities will heal Defenders so they can hold out as long as possible without rotating out. I will be in charge of keeping Communications up and mapping the place. Asuna will be with whatever Team she wishes, as our commander. Personally, I feel she would be best suited to Team C. Once we have a rough map of the place, we launch a major offensive with a combination of Team B and C. We will do any objectives, and, if necessary, neutralize the enemy. Sound good, everybody?"" He asked, looking around, finally ending his gaze on Asuna."
14032,Our Place Among the Stars: Chosen (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323944&start=100,2014-12-25T20:24:00,Bunkeranlage,"""If it's of any use"", Felix chimed in in response to Max, ""I can find a way to scramble their communications. With so many of them, it would be quite chaotic for them if they can't communicate. That way, we can snipe them off with relative ease."" He showed the others the device built into the arm of his suit. ""All I have to do is to plug this into one of the power outlets around here, and connect it to their coms. That way, I can play something that will block out their coms, rendering them effectively mute. Of course, we're going to have to bring extra battery packs along with us. This device, according to the manual, has a battery life of only 45 minutes.""<br/><br/>Pausing for a while to allow the plan to sink in, Felix then continued, ""So, with this i mind, I suppose I will go along with the espionage group. Since my weaponry is rather light (just some low calibre guns and melee weapons), I may need someone to accompany me, so if we're short of manpower elsewhere, we could scrap the plan and put me with another group…"""
14033,Our Place Among the Stars: Chosen (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323944&start=100,2014-12-26T18:57:00,Cainesland,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bunkeranlage <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323944&amp;p=22916058#p22916058"">wrote</a>:</cite>""If it's of any use"", Felix chimed in in response to Max, ""I can find a way to scramble their communications. With so many of them, it would be quite chaotic for them if they can't communicate. That way, we can snipe them off with relative ease."" He showed the others the device built into the arm of his suit. ""All I have to do is to plug this into one of the power outlets around here, and connect it to their coms. That way, I can play something that will block out their coms, rendering them effectively mute. Of course, we're going to have to bring extra battery packs along with us. This device, according to the manual, has a battery life of only 45 minutes.""<br/><br/>Pausing for a while to allow the plan to sink in, Felix then continued, ""So, with this i mind, I suppose I will go along with the espionage group. Since my weaponry is rather light (just some low calibre guns and melee weapons), I may need someone to accompany me, so if we're short of manpower elsewhere, we could scrap the plan and put me with another group…""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""I volunteer to join the espionage group, I'm an infiltration specialist and a security specialist, I feel those skills involved will aid there."" He said, unsure if he should mention the enhanced AI's, especially as Theta seemed shy. ""Permission to go with the Espionage group?"" He said, directing the question to the CO."
14034,Our Place Among the Stars: Chosen (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323944&start=100,2014-12-26T21:35:00,Dustain,"Harriet looked through the various weapons slowly, inspecting each different type. There were quite a few she'd used before at the range, like the kinetic rifles and pistols, but the more advanced plasma and pulse weapons she'd only read about during her studies. She decided to stick with the basic projectile weapons, considering they were a bit more versatile and she'd had more experience with them. She looked at the smaller weapons first, a few SMGs and machine pistols, and picked up one of the larger ones with an ergonomic grip. As she did small little electrodes on the grip connected with her suit and the screen on her targeting visor displayed a loading message. Harriet opened her eyes wide in surprise as her suit loaded the specifications of the weapon, the more basic Soul type armour needed reconfiguring. It told her the make and model of the weapon and advised her that, based on the suits current material reserve that she could manufacture an additional 200 rounds using the replicator. She took a few additional magazines just to be on the safe side and put them in the cargo compartment on her right hand side. She then holstered the weapon on a small magnetic patch on her side leg.<br/><br/>She turned and looked up to Maxwell as he was going over his plan, which seemed good enough, she didn't like the idea of hunkering down with a horde on their way but providing that they could bottle neck them and they didn't get out flanked it could work. Again though, Harriet didn't like sitting still for too long and she didn't quite get how her jet pack was going to help her in the narrow spaces of the space station.<br/><br/>With a shrug she turned back to selecting her weapons where she noticed the heavy weapons. Despite her small frame, big weapons were something Thunderbirds specialised in, causing as much havoc in as little time as possible. It wouldn't be a great idea to pick an explosive weapon in the tight confines of the station so she began to turn away. That's when her HUD pinged to let her know it had formed a connection with one of the long barrelled machine guns. She picked it up with a furrowed brow and looked it over. It was long and rectangular with the trigger off to the side rather than underneath; but be an electrical one. There was an actuated mechanical arm and a thick data lead coming from the underside. Her HUD blinked and directed her to stick the end of the arm into the 'replicator; belt feed' port. It was a little awkward, but it went in with a click. There was a whirring noise as the gaps in the arms began filling up with cartridges, filling all the way to the receiver on the rifle. She looked over the weapon again for a few moments before letting go of the handle, letting the actuated arm bring the weapon to sit against her jet pack. She shrugged and collected the SMG at her side.<br/><br/>She came back into the conversation when Max was talking about the offensive and listened to Felix and Delta.<br/><br/>""I'll look after them."" she said with a smile ""But, um, the Admiral just said we had to get the Data sphere and transmit the numbers, we probably don't need to take out all of them."""
14035,Our Place Among the Stars: Chosen (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323944&start=100,2014-12-26T22:30:00,Zarkenis Ultima,"As she awaited orders, Ereshkigal suddenly tensed up as her battle-tuned instincts flared up, her senses detecting something moving quickly towards her. Quickly, she reacted by turning around to face the source of her distress... just in time to notice how the young-looking girl who had addressed her earlier reached her with considerable force and wrapped her arms around the power armor she wore. Needless to say, Ereshkigal was rather surprised by such a thing, and also a bit... uncomfortable. She was not used to physical contact, or at least, physical contact lacking an intent to harm her, as contact was something pretty much unavoidable in the fighting circles she grew up in as a child. Now, it was true that the fact that both she and the girl hugging her were currently wearing power armor, which served to isolate her from the other woman, but still, the Einherjar found herself in what she thought to be an uncomfortable situation, to say the least. Uncertain of what to do, she placed trembling hands on the girl's back and softly attempted to pry her away.<br/><br/>""I-I... Um..."" The bronze-skinned girl stuttered, trying to answer the girl's question despite her discomfort. ""M-my name is... Ereshkigal..."" She said softly. ""I... Please remove yourself from my armor. We are in a mission and I must arm myself in order to serve the master..."" She added afterwards, trying to convince the girl to back off from her. At least, the Einherjar thought to herself, she was strong enough to maintain her footing despite the other girl's reckless leap, as otherwise she would have fallen down to the ground, probably causing an even more uncomfortable situation. For herself, anyways.<br/><br/>Finally managing to move away from herself the girl who called herself Alice, she walked over to the armory, picking up a wrist energy shield and a disintegrator rifle, as well as extra ammunition for said weapon. Turning back to the lieutenant and Maxwell, who stood beside her, she spoke, her voice much more controlled as she addressed them. ""I would prefer to protect the master during this battle, but as my armor is designed to resist enormous quantities of damage without rest, I am able to function as part of the defender group or as protection for the other teams, if necessary."" She stated firmly.<br/><hr/><br/><br/>Alistair noticed Asuna's cold disregard for his friendly attempt to break the ice, and in response he merely turned back to her and smiled his usual carefree smile, though of course she couldn't see it beneath the armor's helmet. ""Well, if you do, be sure to call me and I'll move it myself. I'd hate to make a lady tire herself for me."" He said while making a theatrical, almost exaggerated bow. Afterwards, he simply continued toying with his newly acquired energy blades, spinning them around, getting a feel for them. And as he continued swinging them left alright, almost carelessly but in reality making sure that he hit nothing and no one as he played around, he also listened idly to the conversation, in particular the planning part. It was worth it to hear out what the others thought about how the battle should be carried out, after all, especially the commander's thoughts, but truth be told, even though he knew this, his mind was mostly occupied thinking of ways he could use his energy blades to strike down any enemies that crossed his path.<br/><br/>In that regard, he had to admit, he was slightly disappointed at the way the training simulation was set up. Even though he understood that it made no sense whatsoever to give them real weapons, thus creating the risk of someone dying during the training session, he still found it a little boring that there was no risk involved in the battle. He supposed that what he was disappointed about was the fact that they could not fight a real enemy. As he thought about this, he looked at the blades. What were they supposed to do if they couldn't cut? Drain energy or something mundane lik that? Boring, Alistair thought, but then, he couldn't really blame the Aheani for that.<br/><br/>Hearing the plan, he figured he might as well speak up. Placing both blades on sheaths on the back of his armor, he turned to face Maxwell and Asuna once again. ""I can go wherever, as long as I get a good fight. I'd prefer if I could face some of these White Tigers, though. I really want to see if they're as good at close quarters combat as our commander says they are."" He said confidently."
14036,Our Place Among the Stars: Chosen (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323944&start=100,2014-12-27T07:19:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Jordslag <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323944&amp;p=22915972#p22915972"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Charmera <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323944&amp;p=22911908#p22911908"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Any and all assistance you can render would be appriciated."" Asuna replied, managing to handle all the different questions of her teammates without too much trouble. ""Especially your opinion on what we should do about this map situation. We can't really plan anything without a map and without knowing where our goal is, but we risk being attacked and loosing time...""</div></blockquote><br/>Max nodded. ""Don't worry, I'll come up with a plan. I excelled in planning in the academy."" Waiting for others to finish voicing their opinions, he said: ""All those options are very good, but I have something even better. Before getting a map, we need to establish a perimeter. Our toughest members will defend every opening in the Perimeter. Of course, I shall leave the actual designation as to who is the toughest to Asuna."" Pausing to take a breath, he then said, ""We send out any volunteers with Hover Wings or Jetpacks out to scout the area, and, of possible, shut down enemy communications. They will stay out there. While scouting the area, I shall maintain communications and create a map. Our members who are best at attacking, meanwhile, will conduct limited offensive operations in areas already mapped, or help out with Defense. Again, Asuna designates those best at attacking. Those scouting the area will be Team A. Defenders will be Team B. Members who are best at offense will be Team C. People with medical capabilities will heal Defenders so they can hold out as long as possible without rotating out. I will be in charge of keeping Communications up and mapping the place. Asuna will be with whatever Team she wishes, as our commander. Personally, I feel she would be best suited to Team C. Once we have a rough map of the place, we launch a major offensive with a combination of Team B and C. We will do any objectives, and, if necessary, neutralize the enemy. Sound good, everybody?"" He asked, looking around, finally ending his gaze on Asuna.</div></blockquote><br/>Asuna was surprised, and quite disarmed by the swiftness Max had come up with such a comprehensive plan. ""That... Sounds good."" She paused, focusing. She was going to need to take charge of this plan. She was not about to let a subordinate dictate what should be done without having some input. ""Team A will have the added objective of finding the sphere. If we can grab that, then our job will be much easier. If you do find it, mark it's position on the team map and call for backup. Then a joint strike on the gaurds of the sphere with groups A and C will be required. If we can't find it, stick to Max's plan.""<br/><br/>""Team C will be comprised of Sang, Janett, Jerome, Alistair and Harriet.""<br/>""Team B will be comprised of Paul Jenner, Jon, George, Ereshkigal and Delta""<br/>""Team A will consist of Alice, Kiku, Vlad and Felix""<br/>""And there will be an extra team D for keeping up communications and giving orders. We'll also support the other teams if possible. It will have Me, Max and Nicolas<br/><br/>""Anyone I missed?"""
14037,Our Place Among the Stars: Chosen (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323944&start=100,2014-12-28T00:41:00,Cainesland,"D.E.L.T.A. Listened to Asuna as she spoke. <sounds like I'll be on the defending team> he thought to himself. He looked over to the armoury, located in the hanger they were currently in and he suspected the defending team to be staying in while the others left. <not my skill set but I'll maje it work, after all if I can't work outside of our comfort zone, how can I fight on the war effectively as a soldier>. In the armoury he spotted numerous weapons, tools, and ammunition like a sniper rifle, grappling hook, assault rifle, knifed explosive launcher and shotgun, as well as extra ammunition for each and tools for them or all on their own like silencers. When the time came that it'd appropriate he figured he'd go arm himself with appropriate weapons to help defend the area.<br/><br/>D.E.L.T.A. considered that one of the Ai's might be more helpful helping another teammate then it would he, but it seemed unnecessary as they already had one to help them, though admittedly not one capable of communication. That and scaring his Ai's seemed mean so he decided against it.<br/><br/>D.E.L.T.A. considered that he could only reliably carry 2 main guns and a sidearm before having trouble carrying and firing them. Of the choices, giving that he's defending and that they'll be doing so in an open space that he'd probably choose the grappling hook, both for current uses and for its potential uses later on if he had to defuse tripwires in combat with the 67th core. He also thought that he'd choose the KEL, and the Sniper rifle.<br/><br/>Looking to Asuna D.E.L.T.A. Proved."
14038,Our Place Among the Stars: Chosen (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323944&start=100,2014-12-28T14:48:00,Zarkenis Ultima,"Ereshkigal listened with complete attention to the instructions set forth by Asuna, understanding her role in the plan. She had to admit to herself that she was slightly disappointed that she was not assigned to protect her master, that position instead being given to another person. She would have preferred to do so herself, as she said, but then, she also had to consider other factors. Had Asuna decided to send her with the defenders instead because her abilities would be wasted by staying behind or because she was better suited to protect the perimeter than guard the communications? If so, she supposed, then the master's decision had its origin in an appreciation for her abilities rather than some perceived insufficience in her ability to protect her, which put the Einherjar somewhat at ease.<br/><br/>""I will do as ordered, master."" She stated firmly, ready to execute her duty to the best of her ability.<br/><hr/><br/><br/>Alistair, on the other hand, was perfectly happy with the team he was assigned to. Not only were there two cute women in it, but he had also been placed in the assault team, something that pleased him greatly. His skills were gauged appropiate for offensive measures, and he intended to prove Asuna right about that. He was also quite eager to face off against the 'White Tigers' of the 48th who fought in the Battle of Iva Pass, looking forward to seeing how well those veteran fighters would do against a dubious prodigy of the Ashbringers such as himself. Both cores were famed for their close combat expertise, and while he was shunned by his own core for his mistakes, he still kept with himself the pride that came with being an Ashbringer, and he wasn't about to have it wounded by losing a fight.<br/><br/>However, it seemed that it was not yet time for them to set out, and so, for now, he simply waited for futher instructions, knowing better than to wander off on his own."
14039,Our Place Among the Stars: Chosen (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323944&start=100,2014-12-28T14:58:00,Cainesland,"D.E.L.T.A. Waited for acknowledgement as he stood there with his hand up and standing at attention. As he waited he thought of more questions, and his ai's told him more knock knock jokes, like <Knock knock. Who's there. Time. Time who. Time to acknowledge his hand up>. He wondered if perhaps he could acquire his weapons now, but figured he should wait till after the CO ended the meeting. He was worried that perhaps the other 3 teams would ambush them while they talked. When he was acknowledged he figured he would ask if they knew the terrain where the defending team would be? As well as if he may equip himself? And finally he wondered when they'd be dismissed, though he would refrain from vocalizing that last question.<br/><br/>It sounded to him like there'd be 4 groups. 1 for offence. 1 for scouting. 1 for management and 1 for defence which he'd be in, it also sounded that the group he'd be in was defence but that was fairly simple to recognize. He usually worked alone or with a partner on simulation missions back at the academy so this would be different, he assumed. He was still unsure about his placement given his specialties but decided on saying nothing about it, given in the past whenever he complained it would usually make things worse."
14040,Our Place Among the Stars: Chosen (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323944&start=100,2014-12-29T18:51:00,Republic of Hasgriu,"Considering the terrain of a space station, it would be very unlikely that Nicolas would be able to use rifles and such effectively. He expected more close-quarters combat than he would like. But that was the choice of Lieutenant Asuna, so that was what he had to do. His energy construct module would be very useful, as well as the killer drones.<br/><br/>Taking everything into mind, Nicolas proceeded to take his weapons from the portable armoury. As he glanced at the grey assortment of firearms, he found that the suit could at least identify Aheani weaponry, and would display various statistics and information on his HUD. Brilliant engineering, as always. The Technoma were so skilful, humanity could never possibly compare...<br/><br/>After some cursory examination and decisive decisions, Nicolas decided to take a Rovis Min (RI) plasma pistol, a Uer Pattern projectile assault rifle, and a pulse rifle. He reasoned, should he ever need to use his pistol, the target would most likely be nearby, therefore rendering the disadvantage of a slow projectile nearly null. For his short-to-mid range weapon, a conventional projectile assault rifle would do well. Shotguns just don't feel right for Nicolas. And lastly, pulse weapons were effective against infantry, so it would be rather potent against the Soul-equipped infantry.<br/><br/>With that, Nicolas slung the rifle around his shoulder, slotted his RI pistol into his waist holster, and affirmed enthusiastically over the radio, ""Lieutenant, I am ready for battle!"""
14041,Our Place Among the Stars: Chosen (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323944&start=100,2014-12-31T21:12:00,Cainesland,"D.E.L.T.A. started walking for the armoury, expecting to be stopped if it wasn't ok as he'd been standing there for about 5 minutes without the CO acknowledging him. At the armoury he looked at the weapons, and grabbed a grappling hook. After which he stared at the shotgun, assault rifle, sniper rifle and the Knifed explosive launcher. Out of habit he reached for the silenced Sniper Rifle. In response the ai Delta spoke, ""Alpha, by my calculation you have a 78.6 percent chance of failure with that weapon if you defend."". ""Oh? Well maybe I should leave that."".""affirmative"". D.E.L.T.A. went on to the next weapon, the shotgun. ""What about the shotgun?"". ""You will require range to survive. I cannot recommend it"". ""I see"" replied D.E.L.T.A. who proceeded to put the shotgun away. ""What can you tell me about this Delta?"" D.E.L.T.A. said as he reached for the Knifed explosive launcher Delta spoke again . ""It has both high performance in its close range abilities and average proven performance in its ranged capabilities for an explosive weapon. I estimate a 60% chance of survival."". ""Thank you Delta"". With that he grabbed the Kel. Then he acquired the assault rifle and set it to 3 shot bursts.<br/><br/>Remembering what the admiral said (the enemy already preparing) he loaded up the rifle and began prep for defending the perimeter."
14042,Our Place Among the Stars: Chosen (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323944&start=100,2015-01-02T00:24:00,Charmera,"<blockquote><div><cite>Republic of Hasgriu <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323944&amp;p=22956578#p22956578"">wrote</a>:</cite>With that, Nicolas slung the rifle around his shoulder, slotted his RI pistol into his waist holster, and affirmed enthusiastically over the radio, ""Lieutenant, I am ready for battle!""</div></blockquote><br/>Asuna nodded, ""Right then. Team A will can scouting now. Team B should begin fortifying this area. Perhaps moving the boxes to provide some sort of cover. Once we have their positions confirmed, Team C can begin assaulting their fortifications. In the mean time, help members of team B in the event we're attacked."" As she spoke, she grabbed a plasma rifle and a pulse pistol.<br/><br/>She paused for a moment, looking at everyone. ""Well, those are your orders, if there is nothing else we need to discuss-"" Suddenly Asuna was cut off by a noise not unlike the sound of a buzzsaw. She looked over to the docking bay doors, which seemed to be the source of this noise. Her suspicions were confirmed as she saw what looked to be something cutting through the bulkhead of the door. Another sound and they had cut through the door. Thankfully the door seemed to be a little further away from them than in the docking bay of the Sanctum.<br/><br/>She readied her weapons. ""It seems we've run out of time. We need to destroy them and make sure they can't call for reinforcements or report our position. So we either need to block their communications or annihilate them fast.""<br/><br/>The group exiting the door seemed to be comprised of half White Tigers and half Shadow Crawlers, no Children of Talor in sight. There seemed to be about twenty of them, not much but one gets the feeling they're not suppose to take you on without reinforcements."
14043,Our Place Among the Stars: Chosen (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323944&start=100,2015-01-02T10:41:00,Cainesland,"D.E.L.T.A. waited, in a ""crouched on one knee"" position behind a steel crate with his newly obtained assault rifle mounted on top. The KEL was mounted on his back over the hover-wings and the grappling hook ""pistol"" was holstered on his waist. Hearing footsteps approaching he tried staying on alert. But he also noticed his colleagues were now hustling to their post after the new CO shouted orders and the enemy began welding through the door In front of him. Dakota Alpha waited cautiously behind the crate, willing to engage. Team A & C were booking it to there objectives in the meantime, or he assumed that they were given the CO's orders.<br/><br/>As the enemies weld extended the coming circle further around D.E.L.T.A. kept his assault rifle ready. A little worried about being shot given his armour colour being bright red. He didn't know what they looked looked like besides armour colour so he planned on shooting anything that moved in the doorway."
14044,Our Place Among the Stars: Chosen (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323944&start=100,2015-01-02T10:48:00,In Gentem Et De Libris Scientiam,"Vlad heard the sound of the door being destroyed a bit before the CO heard it and informed everyone else. As she told them to go to the battle stations he turned on his music.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">""All embrace me<br/>It's my time to rule at last<br/>Fifteen years have I been waiting<br/>To sit upon my throne<br/><br/>No allegiance<br/>I will swear no oath<br/>Crowned by God not by the church<br/>As my power is divine<br/><br/>They thought I was too young to rule the land<br/>Just as they failed to understand<br/>Born to rule<br/>My time has come<br/><br/>I was chosen by heaven<br/>Say my name when you pray<br/>To the skies<br/>See Carolus rise<br/>With the Lord my protector<br/>Make them bow to my will<br/>To the skies<br/>See Carolus rise<br/><br/>To the skies<br/>See Carolus rise<br/><br/>Proved in battle<br/>Led my men to victory<br/>No man alive or dead commands me<br/>I answer to the Lord<br/><br/>Hear my orders<br/>Question me and die<br/>What I say was said in heaven<br/>And so it shall be done<br/><br/>I know I was destined to rule alone<br/>All for myself I have claimed the throne<br/>Born to rule<br/>My time is now<br/><br/>I was chosen by heaven<br/>Say my name when you pray<br/>To the skies<br/>See Carolus rise<br/>With the Lord my protector<br/>Make them bow to my will<br/>To the skies<br/>See Carolus rise<br/><br/>To the skies<br/>See Carolus rise<br/><br/>Fram??t Karoliner<br/>Fiendens dom ??r h??r<br/>L??t oss krossa dom<br/>Kasta in dom genom helvetets portar<br/><br/>All that's thine<br/>Shall be mine<br/>There's no stopping me<br/>All over Europe my rule shall be questioned by none<br/><br/>All I see<br/>Give to me,<br/>That is my decree<br/>My will be done<br/><br/>They thought I was too young to rule the land<br/>Just as they failed to understand<br/>Born to rule<br/>My time is now<br/><br/>I was chosen by heaven<br/>Say my name when you pray<br/>To the skies<br/>See Carolus rise<br/>To the skies<br/><br/>With the Lord my protector<br/>Make them bow to my will<br/>To the skies<br/>See Carolus rise""</div></div></div><br/><br/>Vlad turned his suit around, and then turned his penetrating sight on. He then popped down under the floor and then walked behind the soldiers. He popped up behind the last soldier, Turned off his phase, and stabbed the guy in the back. *This is funnn... He thought*. After that guy crumpled to the floor, he pulled out the flamethrower, and pulled the trigger. 1.... 2.... 3... 4... 5... and then he turned it off after that, turned his phase on, and went under the floor.<br/><br/>OOC: how many should that take out?"
14045,Our Place Among the Stars: Chosen (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323944&start=100,2015-01-02T10:56:00,Seno Zhou Varada,"Sang as he heard the lieutenant say enemies were coming went behind one of the crates using it as cover and pulled out his assault rifle and using his HUD and now active abilities and marked ten of them which seemed to be white tigers. He then made sure he was ready to unleash the swarm.of tiny insect like drones and looked down the scope his minor accuracy boosting targeting computer showing a rough guess to where the bullet would hit. Sang then asked lieutenant Asuna ""any orders on who to hit?""."
14046,Our Place Among the Stars: Chosen (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323944&start=125,2015-01-02T15:33:00,Zarkenis Ultima,"Ereshkigal listened to the orders given to her and the rest of the team, and so, she was about to get to work and attempt to fortify the area, but just then, she heard the same noise as the lieutenant. Soon enough the door was cut through and enemies began walking into the docking bay of the space station. Asuna stated how keeping the enemy from calling in reinforcements was a priority, and as she had no way of blocking their communications herself, the Einherjar did the next best thing she could do: fight the enemy and attract their attention to protect her comrades and the master. Thus, standing in the midst of the docking bay, she fell into a crouching position to still her aim and took her disintegrator rifle into her hands, firing against the soldiers clad in white with orange and purple with black, whose Soul armors would surely suffer under the green beams of destructive energy had the weapons not been modified to fit the circumstances of the training simulation.<br/><br/>However, though she was confident in her armor's ability to resist huge ammounts of damage, Ereshkigal was not about to risk her participation in the battle simulation by exposing herself needlessly, and so, concentrating, she activated one of her armor's modules, using the power of the Eidolon suit to create a construct of solid energy which swiftly adopted the shape of a barrier, just the right size to cover her from enemy fire and with an opening in the center through which she could freely fire her weapon without having to worry about sustaining heavy damage or blocking her own attacks.<br/><br/>""I will protect those who stand behind me."" She stated as she fired against the enemy, hoping to make it clear that she could provide cover to anyone that happened to be unable to find cover elsewhere. Her role was that of a guardian, after all, and her armor had been built just for such a noble task.<br/><hr/><br/><br/>Alistair, too, heard the orders given to him by Asuna, understanding that he would just have to hang back and perhaps help out with the defence while the exploration team located some enemy fortresses for him to take down. It was somewhat disappointing to have to wait yet again before finally getting to the action, but such a disappointment quickly went away as his ears caught the sound of a buzzsaw cutting through metal. Expectantly, he watched as the door to the docking bay was finally cut down, and listened as Asuna instructed them to annihilate the enemy that had come in through the door. Annihilation, now that was something he was perfectly willing to do, he thought to himself as he unsheathed the two energy blades he had picked up earlier, smiling under the helmet.<br/><br/>""Annihilate, eh? Well, it shouldn't take very long, but just in case..."" He said mostly to himself as he looked around. ""You! Felix, correct? Do that thing you said you can do and scramble their comms."" He told the man, perfectly aware that he was not his superior and not too concerned about the acceptance or refusal of his statement, but figuring that there was no harm in suggesting it anyway.<br/><br/>Then, activating his spring jump module to half-power, he leapt into the air and landed in the midst of the enemy in a single bound. Activating his suit's overdrive mode, he began slashing and hacking at the enemy soldiers, constantly moving from one place to another, using his jumping ability if necessary. The trick was not to stay in one place for too long, forcing the soldiers to constantly relocate their sights and distracting them from attacking other targets. It was still risky, of course, but to an Ashbringer, a battle without risks was a boring battle."
14047,Our Place Among the Stars: Chosen (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323944&start=125,2015-01-02T15:36:00,Cainesland,"when the door fell D.E.L.T.A. Waited a few seconds to start shooting, so that he could see who he's shooting. A hail of bullets flew in his direction. He shot 6 rounds at the noggins of 2 enemies. Shockingly a spectre suddenly appeared behind the enemy soldiers as he shot his second burst at the noggin of the second enemy soldier. The spectre seemed to materialize and attempt to stab the back of an enemy with a trench knife looking weapon, though it likely broke against the armour but Alpha couldn't see for certain. The spectre unloaded a flamethrower on the enemies from behind them and the flame created a smokescreen which insured that no one on the defending team that resided on the other side of the smoke screen (in the hanger) that Alpha knew of could see the enemies, he knew he couldn't see the thick smoke and assumed that the others could either. In response, D.E.L.T.A. took cover again behind the steel crate to avoid having his armour be penetrated by the volley of bullets that sprayed forth from the smoke screen and allow his armour to regenerate at least a little bit whilst the smoke began to clear, a time period that may take awhile (10 minutes or more) unless fans are used by his estimate judging by his time with campfires on camping trips in his youth.<br/><br/>The balcony extended out more then a few feat over Dakota's melon. He wondered who the spectre was as he defensively and actively sat against the crate ready to shoot back. <Delta. Can you create a hologram of me rolling out, then kneeling and shooting at the enemy?>. <Yes Alpha. I believe that to be well within my capabilities>. <Cool. Then I'd like you to put it next to this crate to the left. I'd like to see if the enemy can see through that smoke screen either>. <Acknowledged>.<br/>Suddenly it appeared to most others not aware that the real D.E.L.T.A. was behind the barricade that alpha rolled out from behind the barricade and started firing a volley of 3 round bursts at the enemy behind the smoke screen whilst on 1 knee. It didn't appear to the real D.E.L.T.A. that the enemy could see through the hologram, it even appeared like the fire from the smokescreen seemed to be slowing, although if that was because they couldn't see either or because the spectre was killing them off he couldn't be certain until the smoke cleared. The real Alpha activated his comm mic to contact sang. ""Sang? This is Alpha. Can you see through the smokescreen that spectre made with the flamethrower?""."
14048,Our Place Among the Stars: Chosen (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323944&start=125,2015-01-02T16:04:00,Seno Zhou Varada,"Seeing how his allies just began fighting Sang said ""F*ck it"" and activated his module sending a swarm of killer drones to 10 of the enemies distracting them and damaging them a bit or at least their armor. Then with a bit of a rush Sang did an almost sadistic smile and chuckle and used his unique module making him look like he was a foot right of where he actually was. He pulled out his energy blade and charged the enemy. Some of them began firing at where he was shown to be but anything passed right through him. Then approaching one of the enemies, 2 standing right next to another he began to slice with stabbing near the armor and dragging it across the armor to cut it up. At first the one which seemed to have Sang attacking him fired wildly at the image until he realized he wasn't being hurt. The second one however was firing at the image of Sang to try and help his friend while his armor took damage. He then noticed it as well but before he could fire on Sang Sang jumped and using his spring jump kicked him knocking the enemy down and Sang flew quite a few feet back before landing in a crouched position, his image back to normal and his assault rifle at shooting the enemy which was the first one. Of course he still thought Sang was still to the right and fired into open space."
14049,Our Place Among the Stars: Chosen (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323944&start=125,2015-01-03T02:18:00,Republic of Hasgriu,"The enemy had come to them. How convenient.<br/><br/>Nicolas sent forth his Killer Drones, which he was still not used to, causing them to fly erratically for a bit before they charged one of the 67th Shadow Crawlers, which he considered the more dangerous of the two cores present in the group. If they were to demolish the chain of command by eliminating Lieutenant Asuna Ikan-Gai or interfere with the comms, the mission would be all but hopeless.<br/><br/>Then, while retreating towards group D, Nicolas created exactly three energy constructs, impulsively making them all in the shape of the Chinese dragons he had seen in his books when he was younger. The legendary creatures stood tall and mighty, and gave a loud roar, before they began engaging some of the 48th White Tigers. Though crudely made and misshapen in some places, they would find the constructs a formidable opponent indeed.<br/><br/>After reaching a suitable and favourable distance from the enemy, Nicolas began firing rounds from his Uer Pattern assault rifle randomly, in a spray-and-pray fashion. Not really having been trained in the usage of automatic weapons, and considering the fact that the enemy were probably clustered together, it was the most reasonable thing that came to mind. He was bound to hit somebody in the cluster."
14050,Our Place Among the Stars: Chosen (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323944&start=125,2015-01-03T08:36:00,Bunkeranlage,"Orders had been relayed, actions were being taken. Felix knew exactly what he needed to do. Gathering the ones in his team together, he explained his plans for the disruption of the communications to them. ""Vlad"", he said, ""I need you to go with the others to patrol the area while I disrupt their communications."" Turning on his com device, he said to Asuna in a hushed voice, ""I need a little protection over here. I have to plant a communication disruptor, and it's a little… noisy."" While communicating, the young Swede pulled out a small round object with an antenna, flicking a switch and hiding it behind a box. A faint buzzing noise rang out throughout the room as Felix pulled a small device on a wire out of the metallic arm of his armour, pressing the activation button just to test out the functions…<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Oppa Gangnam Style!<br/><br/>Gangnam Style! <br/><br/>O-o-o-o Oppa Gangnam Style!<br/></span><br/><br/>""Communication disruptor is working perfectly"", he mumbled to himself. Turning to the others, he explained further. ""All right, now all we have to do is to find a major power outlet around here somewhere. What I have to do is to plug this device into the outlet, then re-wire the connections in the wall so that it connects to the main satellite dish in the station. Once that's done, I'll play the disruption, and they won't be able to hear anything but that."""
14051,Our Place Among the Stars: Chosen (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323944&start=125,2015-01-03T09:07:00,In Gentem Et De Libris Scientiam,"Vlad unphased behind the rearmost enemy and put the assault rifle in his hand to the back of the soldiers head, and put 10 bullet in his head. He then unphased just in time, as some bullets shot at him went through him. ""That was close."" Vlad said. He popped to the tunnel as a loud song played. He then pulled out his heat ray, and focus the target as the chest of one of the soldiers facing away from him. He then unphased and pulled the trigger for 10 seconds. He phased and went to the soldiers. ""Felix, i think there is something a bit more important to do. These soldiers would need backup to take us on. I need to make sure that doesn't happen. Is that ok with you?"" Vlad asked."
14052,Our Place Among the Stars: Chosen (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323944&start=125,2015-01-03T09:15:00,Bunkeranlage,"<blockquote><div><cite>In Gentem Et De Libris Scientiam <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323944&amp;p=23009627#p23009627"">wrote</a>:</cite>Vlad unphased behind the rearmost enemy and put the assault rifle in his hand to the back of the soldiers head, and put 10 bullet in his head. He then unphased just in time, as some bullets shot at him went through him. ""That was close."" Vlad said. He popped to the tunnel as a loud song played. He then pulled out his heat ray, and focus the target as the chest of one of the soldiers facing away from him. He then unphased and pulled the trigger for 10 seconds. He phased and went to the soldiers. ""Felix, i think there is something a bit more important to do. These soldiers would need backup to take us on. I need to make sure that doesn't happen. Is that ok with you?"" Vlad asked.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Well…"" Felix took a small pistol, firing it here and there in an attempt to distract the opposing soldiers. ""That can be arranged."" Taking out the device, he yelled over the noise of the battle to Vlad, ""This one uses more battery, but it'll have to do for now, until we can plug it into a power outlet!"" As he flicked the switch, the sound of a repetitive electronic dance flooded every single hostile communication device, rendering their communications useless.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Gangnam Style! <br/><br/>Heeeeeey! Sexy lady!</span><br/><br/>""17 minutes of battery left!"" Felix yelled, shooting one of the others point blank as he tried to dodge the numerous energy bolts everywhere. ""We're gonna have to stop them soon!:"
14053,Our Place Among the Stars: Chosen (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323944&start=125,2015-01-03T12:28:00,Brusia,"As Asuna was issuing orders and grabbing weapons, Paul walked alongside her to the weapons locker to do the same. He was about to grab a Uer Pattern Assault Rifle, when out of the corner of his eye he saw what appeared to be an M-55 Rapier nestled just to the left of all the other rifles in the locker. His eyes widened, and he picked up the weapon to examine it. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Yep, that's an M-55 alright</span>"" he thought ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">They really gave this new core all the coolest toys.</span>"" The M-55 was a prototype rifle, and an ideal weapon for medium to long range engagements; but it was a comparably poor performer at short range. As such, the Uer or an SMG would likely be better primary weapons for the current mission, but Paul<span style=""font-style: italic"">really</span>wanted to try out the new rifle and was determined to find a way to justify using it in the current engagement. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Who knows?</span>"" he thought to himself ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Maybe there will be a really long hallway somewhere in the station. Then what good would an SMG do me?</span>"" With a grin, he loaded the rifle with the fake ammunition provided for the engagement, and stored extra ammunition in the ammo pouches on his armor. He started to walk away from the lockers with his new toy, but then stopped for a moment and turned around. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Just in case...</span>"" he thought, as he grabbed an SI-35 plasma pistol and a pulse shotgun along with ammunition for them.<br/><br/>Just as he finished getting his weapons, he heard the enemy begin to cut through the docking bay doors. Knowing he only had a few seconds before they were through, he took cover behind the weapons locker. Once the cutting had stopped, he peaked out of cover, leveled his weapon, and looked down his sights at the men charging into the room. The second he lined up a shot on one of them, he pulled the trigger.<span style=""font-weight: bold"">BOOM</span>. The loud report of the M-55 could be easily distinguished from the other weapons being used in the battle. The man who unfortunately found himself on the other end of the M-55's barrel was knocked backward by the shot, and Paul quickly followed up by pulling the trigger again; eliminating the poor sap from this little training exercise completely. Impressed by the weapon's power, he jokingly thought to himself ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">I think this is the beginning of a beautiful friendship.</span>""<br/><br/>He then noticed a young woman crouched down in the middle of the docking bay firing at the enemy while completely exposed, and he deployed his gun drones to cover her. As the enemy began firing at him, he ducked back behind the weapons locker, then a few seconds later crouched down and peaked out from cover again, firing a few shots at the enemy. He also noticed that the young woman had created a barrier in front of herself, and heard her say:<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Zarkenis Ultima <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323944&amp;p=23001501#p23001501"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I will protect those who stand behind me.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Knowing his current position behind the weapons locker/munition store was about as ideal as being in the powder room of an old sailing ship during a battle, he decided to take the young woman up on her offer. Fortunately, the room began filling up with smoke after someone decided to use a flamethrower, and after reloading his weapon, Paul used the smoke to his advantage and advanced to the young woman's position. Once he arrived, he ducked behind her for a moment, then used his own energy construct creation device to extend her barrier out far enough that he would be able to fight beside her, rather than behind her. As he moved up to his newly created barrier and beside the young woman, he stated ""Hope you don't mind if I modify your construct a bit..."""
14054,Our Place Among the Stars: Chosen (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323944&start=125,2015-01-04T15:43:00,Cainesland,"D.E.L.T.A. could hear the carnage caused by his colleagues as one enemy after another were taken out of the simulation. He stayed behind the crate during said time. It seemed that nearly 10 enemies had been wounded by his count. He noticed that beside him 2 teammates stood behind energy constructs. The situation seemed to have become a stalemate. He grabbed his Kel and thought <maybe>. With his suit regenerated he stood up again and began unloading into the hallway where all the enemies were located, hoping to remove as many as he could. Rapid firing 12 explosives into the hallway before ducking again behind the crate and reloading. As he took cover, he considered his next move. He wondered if the enemy would have any information about the space station, considering there to be only one way to find out D.E.L.T.A. considered grabbing the grappling hook from his waist, using it to grab hold of a single enemies suit. Then retracting it to pull the enemy soldier back to D.E.L.T.A. behind the crate. After which perhaps extracting info with the Kel's knife to the enemies throat."
14055,Our Place Among the Stars: Chosen (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323944&start=125,2015-01-06T22:57:00,Zarkenis Ultima,"As she continued unleashing her disintegrator rifle's beam upon the enemy White Tigers and Shadow Crawlers that had come in through the door, Ereshkigal made sure to aim carefully, taking care not to accidentally fire at the swordsman who was jumping all around amidst enemy lines or the man who had a penchant for appearing behind the enemy and attacking before vanishing once again. It seemed that the Star Wardens were truly a mixed bag in regards to strategy and fighting styles, but no matter. The masters had transferred her to that joint core, deeming her worthy and placing their faith in her ability to fight alongside the others, and she had no intention of proving them wrong in trusting her. Already, as she fought, she could understand more and more about her teammates. Merely observing them already revealed much to the Einherjar, who possessed her people's fabled 'battle intuition', as the other cores called it. Through watching them fight, little by little, she began learning about these people, her new family. The swordsman, for example he was brave, if reckless, exposing himself for the sake of getting close to the enemy, while the phaser was subtler, colder in his methods, but just as effective.<br/><br/>Maintaining her position in the middle of the docking bay while her energy barriers held firm against the barrage of fire coming from the enemy, the bronze-skinned girl noticed three drones being deployed, positioned and firing as if to provide her with cover. Strange as she found this gesture, she did not question it, having no time for such things and not even knowing who had been the one to do that in the first place. In any case, it was a relief from the strain placed on the barriers by the enemy's attacks, which was always welcome, especially seeing as she needed to take a moment to reload her disintegrator rifle. Wordlessly thanking whoever had deployed those drones, she pulled the weapon from the hole in the barrier, sealing it momentarily so that she would not be at risk of being hit through it while she loaded fresh ammunition into the gun.<br/><br/>As she did this, a man arrived at her position, ducking behind her momentarily before extending her barrier, moving out to stand beside her rather than behind. Someone had decided to heed what she had said and approached her, it seemed, though then, he was pretty much protecting himself, extending her barrier like that, not that she minded, as it lowered the power she required to keep the energy barrier up. As she finished reloading her rifle, she stopped just a single moment to reflect on how to respond to the man, before nodding. ""If it will help you fight the enemy, I have no problem with it."" She said, opening up the hole in the barrier in order to be able to fire her weapon through it once again and then sparing one last glance at the man who now fought beside her, noticing the proximity of the drones in regard to him and figuring that he must have been the one to deploy them.<br/><br/>Turning back to the enemy, she began unleashing her beam upon them once again. ""Thank you for the cover."" She said quietly."
14056,Our Place Among the Stars: Chosen (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=323944&start=125,2015-01-18T10:00:00,Cainesland,"<blockquote><div><cite>Cainesland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323944&amp;p=23027271#p23027271"">wrote</a>:</cite>D.E.L.T.A. could hear the carnage caused by his colleagues as one enemy after another were taken out of the simulation. He stayed behind the crate during said time. It seemed that nearly 10 enemies had been wounded by his count. He noticed that beside him 2 teammates stood behind energy constructs. The situation seemed to have become a stalemate. He grabbed his Kel and thought &lt;maybe&gt;. With his suit regenerated he stood up again and began unloading into the hallway where all the enemies were located, hoping to remove as many as he could. Rapid firing 12 explosives into the hallway before ducking again behind the crate and reloading. As he took cover, he considered his next move. He wondered if the enemy would have any information about the space station, considering there to be only one way to find out D.E.L.T.A. considered grabbing the grappling hook from his waist, using it to grab hold of a single enemies suit. Then retracting it to pull the enemy soldier back to D.E.L.T.A. behind the crate. After which perhaps extracting info with the Kel's knife to the enemies throat.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>D.E.L.T.A. Looked around at the people around him, enemy and friend alike including his own reflection briefly on the polished black floor he stood on. The enemies looked nearly uniform by there uniform armour. He looked up above the crate that separated him from the enemy and chose an average sized enemy, one with 2 chevrons on the side of his armours left and right arm. Targeting carefully he shot his grappling hook at one of the enemies, pulling the enemy towards him and forcing him to drop his weapon. Along the way the enemy slid on the smooth metallic floor and hit multiple objects. When he eventually flew over D.E.L.T.A.'s crate, D.E.L.T.A. Knocked the Put the sharpened knife to the unarmed enemy's throat and demanded information, such as the location of the primary objective, the enemies numbers and a map of the ship."
14057,1965: The New order (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324048,2014-12-17T22:27:00,Aglium,"It has been years after Nazi Germany took over the world and drop a nuke on D.C. and New York after the allies lost world war two the Nazi started to make the world more advance the Nazi's begin to build robots and started to build up their military but most of the people don't want to be under Nazi rule so they started a small rebellion to overthrow the German Empire.<br/><br/>OOC:<a class=""postlink-local"" href=""https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324043"">viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324043</a><br/><br/>Rules<br/><br/>1. No one liners<br/><br/>2. Don't be OP<br/><br/>3. Don't be silly<br/><br/>4. Don't troll<br/><br/>5. Don't control other people's characters<br/><br/>6. Have fun !<img alt=""8)"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_cool.gif"" title=""Cool""/>"
14058,1965: The New order (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324048,2014-12-17T22:42:00,Aglium,"~Meanwhile in a underground Bunker~<br/><br/>Rexus is in the planning room with the other rebels.<br/><br/>""Alright what's our next hit and run attack?"" The Leader asked.<br/><br/>""I got some news that a German Convoy is going towards the White House with supplies if we attack that convoy the Nazi's will be weaken."" Rexus Explained.<br/><br/>""Good idea."" The Leader said.<br/><br/>""We will hit that convoy tonight so everybody get ready.""<br/><br/>Everybody in the room nods and leaves the room.<br/><br/>-<br/><br/>Torben is in his office doing some paper work then a Officer walks inside.<br/><br/>""Hail Hitler."" The Officer said.<br/><br/>""Hail Hitler."" Torben replied.<br/><br/>""What do you need?""<br/><br/>""The Convoy that has the Supplies will be coming in four hours."" The Officer said.<br/><br/>""That's good to hear."" Torben replied."
14059,1965: The New order (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324048,2014-12-17T22:54:00,The Underground Movement Union,"Joshua enters his shack. He locks the door behind him. He walks over to his table, where a map lies. He looks at it, and begins drawing arrows pointing to where a convoy is headed and where he'll be headed to stop it. Soon after he finishes, he grabs his gear, and heads out."
14060,1965: The New order (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324048,2014-12-17T22:56:00,Yaji,~In the underground bunker in D.C.~<br/><br/>Ashley is looking at her SMG she went over to a box full ammo she got one six clips and puts them in her pockets.<br/><br/>She put one clip in her SMG.
14061,1965: The New order (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324048,2014-12-17T23:17:00,The Underground Movement Union,"Joshua marches alone to D.C. along the way, he spots a German patrol. He hides in the brush. He notices they're just an infantry patrol. He removes his pistol from his holster, holds his breath, takes aim, then fires. A soldier drops. The Germans turn around, unable to find the shooter. Josh then unslings his AK, takes aim, and fires. Taking another two Germans down. The remaining three fires in Joshua 's direction. Joshua stands his ground, firing back. Eventually he wounds one, the other two retreat. Joshua approaches the wounded conscript. He hits him over the head with his crowbar, knocking him out. Josh turns, and continues his journey to DC."
14062,1965: The New order (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324048,2014-12-17T23:29:00,Arrovana,"Unknown<br/><br/>Carter was standing in front of a beaten and bloody Nazi officer who was bound to a metal chair.<br/>""Now your going to tell me where that convoy is."" the bound officer spat at his captors face laughing crazily ""Never you won't break me and once my superiors find out about this. You'll be executed."" the officer said before laughing crazily again. Carter sighed and wiped his face of the spit and blood ""So where picking this way again."" he reached for his pistol that was lying on the floor ""Now."" he said ""I'm going to ask you this again tell me where the convoy is or I'm going to put a bullet in your head."" Carter pointed the gun at the officers temple ""Your life is your hand's you can play your little games and kill yourself in the process. Or tell me where the convoy is heading and I might let you live."" seconds ticked by as Carter stared at the officer ""Okay then guess you want to die then."" he said and started to slowly pull the trigger ""I'll tell! I'll tell! don't kill me!"" Carter lowered the gun ""You see was that so hard."" the officer nodded ""Now where is the convoy heading to?"" he asked ""Washington! it's heading to Washington tonight!"" Carter pointed the gun back to the officers temple.<br/>""Thank you but now you have to die.""<br/>""What! but you said I would live if I told you!""<br/>""I lied.""<br/>""No! No! N-!""<br/>A gunshot went off as the Nazi officer slumped in his chair ""Well that was messy"" Carter started walking away from the officers corpse contemplating on what he was told<span style=""font-style: italic"">Wonder how this one is going to go.</span>"
14063,1965: The New order (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324048,2014-12-18T07:38:00,Aglium,"Rexus and his team made their way towards the convoy Rexus saw four trucks, ten tanks and six Mechs.<br/><br/>""Alright on my go we attack."" Rexus told his team.<br/><br/>His team nods and hides behind the bushes.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">I hope this plan works.</span>Rexus thought."
14064,1965: The New order (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324048,2014-12-18T07:42:00,The Underground Movement Union,"Joshua reaches the convoy, on the other side. He draws his Assault rifle and searches for a weak point in the armor of the mechs or for any infantry."
14065,1965: The New order (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324048,2014-12-18T07:48:00,Aglium,"One Rebel got a RPG out aiming at one of the trucks.<br/><br/>""3, 2, 1 FIRE!"" Rexus yelled.<br/><br/>The Rebel shot the RPG at one of the Trucks blown it up in the process.<br/><br/>A SS officer got out of one of the trucks.<br/><br/>""We're under attack!"" The Officer yelled.<br/><br/>""All tanks fire at the Rebel scum!""<br/><br/>The Tanks begin to shoot at the running Rebels.<br/><br/>""We have to get out of here!"" Rexus called out."
14066,1965: The New order (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324048,2014-12-18T07:59:00,The Underground Movement Union,"Joshua grabbed a Grenade. He ran to a tank, opened the hatc, knocked the operator unconscious with a crowbar, then dropped the Grenade in. He then ran off with the rebels, while firing back at enemy Infantry, killing one, and wounding another."
14067,1965: The New order (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324048,2014-12-18T08:38:00,Aglium,"Rexus and his group ran into the woods after they lost the Germans they stop running.<br/><br/>""Good Job men with that convoy full of Supplies gone it just may weaken the Nazi's a little."" Rexus told him men.<br/><br/>""Since we are far away from HQ we will set up camp here.""<br/><br/>""Scott go find some some food.""<br/><br/>""Yes, Sir."" Scott said walking away from his captain.<br/><br/>Rexus sat down on the ground."
14068,1965: The New order (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324048,2014-12-18T09:08:00,Aglium,"~In D.C.~<br/><br/>""What do you mean the Convoy got taken out!"" Torben yelled at his LT.<br/><br/>""Sir we where heading towards D.C. but some Rebel ambush us and took out our trucks."" The LT said.<br/><br/>""So your telling me that a tiny group of Rebels took out the convoy?!"" Torben asked.<br/><br/>""Sir they took us off guard."" LT said.<br/><br/>""I don't care!"" Torben yelled.<br/><br/>""Guards take him away.""<br/><br/>""Wait sir please."" The LT said.<br/><br/>""You have failed me for the last time."" Torben said.<br/><br/>The Guards took the LT away.<br/><br/>Torben sighs and sits back down.<br/><br/>""I can't let this Reich fall to some Rebels scums."" Torben said to himself."
14069,1965: The New order (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324048,2014-12-18T10:42:00,New Abrahammia,"Near Unknown<br/><br/>Liesel was in the drivers seat of an armored car. She was with a spec ops team that were tracing the disappearance of a nazi soldier. ""The man went missing a little while ago. We believe the rebels captured him to gain Intel on where a certain nazi convoy is. Odds are, he's dead. But, there's a chance he's not, and we can save him.""<br/>Liesel stops at a gas station for obvious reasons while the rest of the team watches her back, then continues driving."
14070,1965: The New order (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324048,2014-12-18T13:48:00,The Underground Movement Union,"Joshua ran with the rebels, and so he met up with the rebel group. Once he knew the Nazis gave up, he slung his AK."
14071,1965: The New order (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324048,2014-12-18T14:30:00,Aglium,"Rexus saw Joshua.<br/><br/>""What are you doing here and why are you following us?"" Rexus asked."
14072,1965: The New order (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324048,2014-12-18T14:57:00,The Underground Movement Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>Aglium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324048&amp;p=22839782#p22839782"">wrote</a>:</cite>Rexus saw Joshua. <br/><br/>""What are you doing here and why are you following us?"" Rexus asked.</div></blockquote><br/>Joshua faced Rex. ""I am against the Nazi bastards, just like you are."" He replied. ""So, I chose to follow your group, in hopes you'll let me fight alongside you."""
14073,1965: The New order (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324048,2014-12-18T15:11:00,Aglium,"""I see."" Rexus asked.<br/><br/>""Well then welcome to our little Rebellion we are the only rebellion group in the U.S."""
14074,1965: The New order (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324048,2014-12-18T15:15:00,The Underground Movement Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>Aglium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324048&amp;p=22840267#p22840267"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I see."" Rexus asked. <br/><br/>""Well then welcome to our little Rebellion we are the only rebellion group in the U.S.""</div></blockquote><br/>Josh nodded. ""Thanks. My name is Joshua, by the way."""
14075,1965: The New order (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324048,2014-12-18T15:22:00,Aglium,"""My name is Rexus."" Rexus greeted.<br/><br/>""Sir, I'm back with the food!"" A Rebel called out.<br/><br/>""Very good."" Rexus said.<br/><br/>""Bring the food to William and he'll cook it.""<br/><br/>The Rebel nods and walks away."
14076,1965: The New order (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324048,2014-12-20T09:33:00,The Underground Movement Union,"Josh sat down, ""So, what's your stories?"" Joshua asked."
14077,1965: The New order (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324048,2014-12-20T10:27:00,Aglium,"""My Sister was killed by those monsters."" Rexus said."
14078,1965: The New order (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324048,2014-12-20T11:30:00,The Underground Movement Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>Aglium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324048&amp;p=22857751#p22857751"">wrote</a>:</cite>""My Sister was killed by those monsters."" Rexus said.</div></blockquote><br/>""Oh... my mother and little brother was killed by those bastards..."" replied Joshua."
14079,1965: The New order (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324048,2014-12-20T11:37:00,Aglium,"""Hopefully we can bring down the German Empire."" Rexus said."
14080,1965: The New order (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324048,2014-12-20T13:00:00,New Abrahammia,"Liesel is contacted by her superiors who give her more information. There are now 2 places the officer could have been taken to. She parks the armored car outside a shed (not the shed in which Carter investigated the nazi officer). She opens the door to a nursing home. She sees that this is not the place where the officer has been taken to. She drives to the next possible location (the place in which Carter took the nazi officer). Liesel is now on the road, a couple miles away from the location."
14081,1965: The New order (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324048,2014-12-20T14:19:00,The Underground Movement Union,"<blockquote><div><cite>Aglium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324048&amp;p=22858289#p22858289"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Hopefully we can bring down the German Empire."" Rexus said.</div></blockquote><br/>Josh nods. ""I have a safe house in Texas. I've got plenty of ammo, Kevlar, weapon cleaning kits, medical supplies, explosives, and I have at least three weeks worth of food left."" Spoke Josh. ""I hid it in a place where the Germans wouldn't bother looking."" We could gather those supplies if you want, Rexus."""
14082,1965: The New order (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324048&start=25,2014-12-20T16:15:00,Aglium,"""Texas is far away unless we take a Helicopter or one of those Nazi VTOL warships."" Rexus said."
14083,1965: The New order (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324048&start=25,2014-12-20T18:06:00,Arrovana,"<span style=""font-style: italic"">Guess this is everything.</span>Carter thought as he checked his trench coat<span style=""font-style: italic"">Now time to take care of the evidence.</span>he thought before walking back to the officers corpse.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">5 minutes later</span><br/>Carter grunted as he shoveled another pile of dirt over his shoulder before putting down the shovel and walked over to a body bag dragging it to the ditch he dug ""Rest in peace."" Carter threw the body bag into the ditch and spat on it.<span style=""font-style: italic"">That's that now time to execute the last part of the plan.</span>he thought and grabbed a fuel tank opening the nozzle and started dousing the outside of the shed he used with diesel before putting the tank down and pulled out a match from the insides of his trench coat and lit it throwing it over his shoulder walking away smirking as it erupted into flames behind him<span style=""font-style: italic"">Let's see those krauts try finding me now.</span>"
14084,1965: The New order (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324048&start=25,2014-12-20T18:52:00,New Abrahammia,"""I'll drive down the only road. Maybe I can find him on the move. 2 of you move down the other side of the road. Maybe you can find him walking away, all bad."" Liesel and 2 spec ops drive down the correct side of the road as the other 2 walk down the sides of the other way. She calls the radio station to make the following announcement immediately.<br/>""Attention, all citizens around [insert name of nearest town here] there has been an escaped fugitive, trying to evade justice. Do not pick up hitchhikers and remain calm."" Police checkpoints are set up around the roads leading into nearby towns."
14085,1965: The New order (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324048&start=25,2014-12-20T19:19:00,Arrovana,"Carter whistled a tune as he walked alongside the road<span style=""font-style: italic"">Once I get to town best to find a place to hunker down and let the heat die down.</span>he thought as he continued walking<span style=""font-style: italic"">Now gotta remember that backstory I fabricated my name is Michael phillips an ironworker who used to work in New York before being laid off and lost my house to the bank and became a wandering drifter.</span>Carter pulled out a map from his trench coat pocket and looked intensely at it pretending to study it<span style=""font-style: italic"">Just incase I'm stopped for questioning by the krauts I can convince them I'm a man in need for directions.</span>"
14086,1965: The New order (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324048&start=25,2014-12-20T20:06:00,New Abrahammia,"Carter reaches the police checkpoint. The police say to Carter ""We need to see your id. And remove your sunglasses, boy."" After seeing the fake ID, they look at it and say ""seems legit. We got to check you for weapons. Any unlicensed weapons have to be confiscated. After all, there is a rebellion. Hope you understand."""
14087,1965: The New order (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324048&start=25,2014-12-20T20:19:00,Arrovana,"<span style=""font-style: italic"">Ah geez this is not good</span>Carter thought as the policemen asked to search him for weapons ""Sure thing officer pat me down if you want. I'm a law abiding citizen I have nothing to hide."" He said spreading his arms out to the policemen in charge of the check point."
14088,1965: The New order (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324048&start=25,2014-12-20T20:33:00,New Abrahammia,"The cops look at pistol Carter has. ""Do you have a permit for this? If so, we going to have to bring you down to the station. The other officers say to him ""Uh, yeah. What he said."""
14089,1965: The New order (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324048&start=25,2014-12-20T20:38:00,Arrovana,"<span style=""font-style: italic"">Rookie mistake carter rookie mistake.</span>Carter thought ""No officer I have no permit for the firearm but I was going to get one i swear. But take me to the station anyway.""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Guess I can escape once we reach the station.</span>he thought holding out his hands to the officer."
14090,1965: The New order (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324048&start=25,2014-12-20T21:17:00,New Abrahammia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Arrovana <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324048&amp;p=22862753#p22862753"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-style: italic"">Rookie mistake carter rookie mistake.</span> Carter thought ""No officer I have no permit for the firearm but I was going to get one i swear. But take me to the station anyway."" <span style=""font-style: italic"">Guess I can escape once we reach the station.</span> he thought holding out his hands to the officer.</div></blockquote><br/>An officer grabs Carter's gun. Carter is put into the back of a police car. They drive to the police station and, upon entry, the cop states ""Hey, run a check on a… Rusty Shackleberg. See if he has a firearm permit registered under his name. Also, who took my turkey sandwich? Someone took it from the fridge."" He looks at Carter. ""Someone here, is a lunch thief."""
14091,1965: The New order (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324048&start=25,2014-12-20T21:27:00,Arrovana,"<span style=""font-style: italic"">Well this could be worse instead of the local police I could be dealing with the Secret police.</span>Carter thought as he looked at his shoes examining the laces ""How long am I'm going to be in here officer. Because I have important business to attend to but take your time I'm in no hurry."" Carter said to the police officer ""Also about your lunch thief have you tried putting mouse traps on top of the sandwich so whoever grabs it get's snapped by the traps."""
14092,1965: The New order (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324048&start=25,2014-12-20T23:58:00,New Abrahammia,"""I've tried mousetraps. The chief said to stop it. Now, I don't know how to protect my sandwiches."" The officer begins to cry on Carter's shoulder. ""I- just- wanted t- to protect my sammies! That dumb chie-eeiiff!"" The officer pulls off Carter's shoulder, sniffling. ""I-I'm sorry. I got a little emotional. Hey Jim! How's that background check going?""<br/>""We can't find anyone by the name 'Rusty Shackleberg'.""<br/>""Maybe there was a recent name change?""<br/>""Hold on, I'll check.""<br/>""Alright, Rusty, so what do you think I should do about the turkey sandwich thief? I told the chief, and he said I cannot make it into a formal investigation."
14093,1965: The New order (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324048&start=25,2014-12-21T00:13:00,Arrovana,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324048&amp;p=22864640#p22864640"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I've tried mousetraps. The chief said to stop it. Now, I don't know how to protect my sandwiches."" The officer begins to cry on Carter's shoulder. ""I- just- wanted t- to protect my sammies! That dumb chie-eeiiff!"" The officer pulls off Carter's shoulder, sniffling. ""I-I'm sorry. I got a little emotional. Hey Jim! How's that background check going?""<br/>""We can't find anyone by the name 'Rusty Shackleberg'.""<br/>""Maybe there was a recent name change?""<br/>""Hold on, I'll check.""<br/>""Alright, Rusty, so what do you think I should do about the turkey sandwich thief? I told the chief, and he said I cannot make it into a formal investigation.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Well you could try a rudimentary alarm system made out of tin can's with pebbles inside them so if anyone tries touching them they'll sound the alarm if that doesn't work. You could try placing a dog guard not a viciously one just one that barks really loud."" Carter said ""Oh I forgot tell you this but you can't find my name because my birth certificate along with a couple of important documents where lost in a fire."""
14094,1965: The New order (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324048&start=25,2014-12-21T00:45:00,New Abrahammia,"The officer looks unimpressed. ""So, you have no permit for your firearm, but you carried it regardless. Hey, Jim! He said all his crap was lost in a fire! What should I do?""<br/>""He shouldn't have taken his gun outside, until he got a new permit!""<br/>""Alright, thanks! So, to verify that you had one before, what police department did you get your permit in? I'm sure they have a list of gun carrying citizens that we can call them about."" The officer says loudly ""Hey, someone hand me a rotary phone? And a cup of coffee?"""
14095,1965: The New order (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324048&start=25,2014-12-21T01:06:00,Arrovana,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324048&amp;p=22864889#p22864889"">wrote</a>:</cite>The officer looks unimpressed. ""So, you have no permit for your firearm, but you carried it regardless. Hey, Jim! He said all his crap was lost in a fire! What should I do?""<br/>""He shouldn't have taken his gun outside, until he got a new permit!""<br/>""Alright, thanks! So, to verify that you had one before, what police department did you get your permit in? I'm sure they have a list of gun carrying citizens that we can call them about."" The officer says loudly ""Hey, someone hand me a rotary phone? And a cup of coffee?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""New York police department used to be an ironworker there before I got laid off and I only carried the damn thing because I almost got mugged that and also I was captured by a crazy guy who almost tried killing me I think he may have killed an military officer to."""
14096,1965: The New order (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324048&start=25,2014-12-21T01:18:00,New Abrahammia,"The officer raises a suspicious eyebrow. ""New York? When exactly did you get this permit?"" Another officer enters and hands the officer a mug of coffee. The coffee delivering officer leaves. He takes a sip of it before spilling the rest on his own lap. ""AHH! I mean, back to the question. When did you get this permit? Did the American government give you it?"" The officer was now jumping a little, with his face very red. He motions his hands in a fanning motion towards his thighs."
14097,1965: The New order (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324048&start=25,2014-12-21T01:25:00,Arrovana,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324048&amp;p=22865046#p22865046"">wrote</a>:</cite>The officer raises a suspicious eyebrow. ""New York? When exactly did you get this permit?"" Another officer enters and hands the officer a mug of coffee. The coffee delivering officer leaves. He takes a sip of it before spilling the rest on his own lap. ""AHH! I mean, back to the question. When did you get this permit? Did the American government give you it?"" The officer was now jumping a little, with his face very red. He motions his hands in a fanning motion towards his thighs.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Before the bombings so yeah I did get it from the American government before the bombings of course."" Carter shook his head from that memory<span style=""font-style: italic"">God I wonder how many died in that damn bombing.</span>"
14098,1965: The New order (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324048&start=25,2014-12-21T01:36:00,New Abrahammia,"<span style=""font-style: italic"">Grr, this is quite something.</span>The officer thought. He looked confused for a few seconds and said ""here's what I'm going to do. First, I'm going to issue a fine for 300 smackaroos, then, we'll confiscate the firearm until you get a permit. Would you like to apply for a firearms permit now? It costs 50 smackaroos to get started."""
14099,1965: The New order (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324048&start=25,2014-12-21T01:41:00,Arrovana,"""I don't got the 300 but I do have the 50 dollars so I'll apply for that permit officer."" Carter said ""So if apply for the permit what am I looking at now exactly?"" he asked<span style=""font-style: italic"">Thank god the sob story worked.</span>"
14100,1965: The New order (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324048&start=25,2014-12-21T02:01:00,New Abrahammia,"""Well, we need to run a background check, before anything to see if you have a criminal history. Unfortunately, we can't do that because of what happened to you, so I don't know what to do. Keep your 50 and save up to pay your fine. No criminal history checks available, no permit. Now, go, get your stuff together somehow and come back. I don't know how I expect you to do that, but I don't know what else to do about you."""
14101,1965: The New order (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324048&start=25,2014-12-21T13:33:00,Feichland,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">March 3, 1965<br/>North-West Occupation Zone HQ, Boston MA</span><br/><br/>Rommel sat in his chair, thinking about his past victories in North Africa and Stalingrad. A colonel rushed into the room, holding several maps and letters.<br/><br/>""What is the meaning of this?"" Rommel asked a bit angrily.<br/><br/>""Sorry sir, but you need to see this "" the man said, as he put down the papers on Rommel's desk.<br/><br/>Rommel looked the papers over carefully. The letters indicated a resistance base hidden in the ruins of Washington D.C. The maps also outlined several small bases in New York, Boston, Philadelphia, and northern Maine. A large circle surrounded the White House, indicating a large rebel presence.<br/><br/>Rommel looked at the colonel, ""Get all of the Generals in here, and any other colonels you can find. Also, have the Post send this letter to Berlin immediately "" Rommel said in a hurried voice.<br/><br/>The colonel saluted and ran out of the room, leaving Rommel to think and plan. Rommel sighed, mumbling ""I hope this isn't going to be another Stalingrad or New York"".<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">A few hours later</span><br/><br/>""Gentlemen. I have gathered you here to inform you of your new assignment, "" Rommel said to the 63 other men in the room.<br/><br/>""Your new mission is to find and destroy these suspected rebel bases "" Rommel said as he pointed to a map being projected on the wall.<br/><br/>""All of them except the D.C. ones will likely be lightly guarded, and easy to find. But, the largest, and well defended base will be in D.C. This is why I will be taking personal command over the Washington Zone, and I have also requested for the 12th Panzer, and the 103rd and 104th Infantry Divisions to come to America. They will arrive in one week, and by that time, we need to have killed, wounded, or arrested as many rebels as possible. Do you understand?"" Rommel asked. All of the men nodded in agreement.<br/><br/>""Oh, and one more thing. I am instituting a new policy. Anyone who has a piece of contraband, like a gun or body armor, and doesn't have proper registration for it is to be arrested and brought here. They will be interrogated and then likely executed or deported. Ensure every single soldier, and their officer know about this. All volunteers and police officers will also be informed. And, I will also authorize random searches of vehicles, persons, and buildings. Alright, dismissed, "" Rommel said, ending the meeting. The men walked out, but not before they were given a map of possible rebel bases within their Zone. Rommel's assistant turned off the projector and left Rommel to think in his now empty office."
14102,1965: The New order (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324048&start=25,2014-12-21T17:23:00,Aglium,"~In Torbens room~<br/><br/>Torben is watching the news.<br/><br/>""Hitler Visits Hollywood!.""<br/><br/>""Our Furher is here to celebrate the founding of the United Nazi Nations.""<br/><br/>Torben smiled.<br/><br/>""I'm glad the Fuher is happy."" Torben said to himself.<br/><br/>""I never seen him happy before."""
14103,Simsonville University (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324085,2014-12-18T10:44:00,Harbertia,"<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323836&amp;p=22813572#p22813572"" rel=""nofollow"">OOC</a><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">SIMSONVILLE UNIVERSITY</span></span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Horror, Mystery, Science, Love, Despair</span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://images.forwallpaper.com/files/thumbs/list/88/884970__elfen-lied_t.jpg""/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Secrets are told</span></div><br/><br/>Simsonville University is an Gothic styled university located outside Simsonville, which grew in population as a university arose from the ruins that had remained undisturbed outside of town since it's founding. The move had caused quite a stir in the 30s, but the prosperity brought by it gradually silenced any residual disdain. Since it's establishment SU has experienced twelve on campus tragedies, twenty disappearances, and five structural reconstructions. Most of these events receive minor coverage before vanishing from the media, but remain in the minds of all who attend.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">EARLY MORNING : DAY ONE : FIRST SEMESTER OF THE YEAR</span>"
14104,Simsonville University (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324085,2014-12-18T11:34:00,New Abrahammia,"Professor Abraham was shaking hands with the dean in his office. Abraham said to him ""Thank you for this job, Mr. Dr. Prof. Sir. You will not be disappointed. I have already prepared a PowerPoint for my next class. My students will learn very much."" Professor Abraham then mind controls the dean.<br/><br/><br/>The dean says ""You know what, Professor? I'm going to give you a raise, because that was a firm handshake and I believe in you."" Abraham smiles, gets a raise, then ends the mind control. Abraham walks to his classroom."
14105,Simsonville University (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324085,2014-12-20T14:55:00,Harbertia,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324085&amp;p=22838355#p22838355"">wrote</a>:</cite>Professor Abraham was shaking hands with the dean in his office. Abraham said to him ""Thank you for this job, Mr. Dr. Prof. Sir. You will not be disappointed. I have already prepared a PowerPoint for my next class. My students will learn very much."" Professor Abraham then mind controls the dean. <br/><br/><br/>The dean says ""You know what, Professor? I'm going to give you a raise, because that was a firm handshake and I believe in you."" Abraham smiles, gets a raise, then ends the mind control. Abraham walks to his classroom.</div></blockquote><br/>The room was designed as one might have expected. Rows of seats ascending upward with a central focus on a raised podium. A remote controlled, yet slightly dated projector was mounted to the ceiling- it's gaze upon the wall. Abraham's philosophy class seemed to consist of various students from different backgrounds, and fields. Some desired a carrier in law, many in politics, and a few to use their degree for marketing, and journalism. Physically the majority seemed human enough, with a few noticeably unhuman. In the far corner, at the highest level sat three Plantoids, each identical to the other. The three where all female, and shared African features. In the place of head hair they had strands resembling the leaves of a Wild Onion. On the opposite end of the mid row was an individual who would surely catch the professors attention; about 19 years of age the young man had clearly alien features, from a slightly green skin, to small pointed ears, yet he was also human in his eyes, and imperfect nose. His hair a deep brown."
14106,Simsonville University (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324085,2014-12-20T15:12:00,New Abrahammia,"Abraham announces to the class ""Hello, students, my name is Professor Abraham. Today, we are going to learn about…"" Abraham begins his PowerPoint that shows the alien dictator, standing tall and proud. ""The alien master race. Now, although it has not been agreed on in earth that we are the master race, I can prove to you that that it is true."" Abraham opens the next slide of false statistics that the alien dictator made up. ""The alien race has a 99% literacy rate. The human race, by comparison, has a less than 80% literacy rate. It is a proven fact that aliens are smarter and stronger than all other races. The entire alien military is twice the size as that of earth. Does anyone here disagree with these proven facts?"""
14107,Simsonville University (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324085,2014-12-21T03:31:00,Islamic Republic e Jariri,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324085&amp;p=22860032#p22860032"">wrote</a>:</cite>Abraham announces to the class ""Hello, students, my name is Professor Abraham. Today, we are going to learn about…"" Abraham begins his PowerPoint that shows the alien dictator, standing tall and proud. ""The alien master race. Now, although it has not been agreed on in earth that we are the master race, I can prove to you that that it is true."" Abraham opens the next slide of false statistics that the alien dictator made up. ""The alien race has a 99% literacy rate. The human race, by comparison, has a less than 80% literacy rate. It is a proven fact that aliens are smarter and stronger than all other races. The entire alien military is twice the size as that of earth. Does anyone here disagree with these proven facts?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>For a moment, the majority of the class was stunned, though following this was much murmur.<br/>''Uh Professor if Aliens were the master race shouldn't they like.... I don't know... have at least taken over the earth already? And don't they depend on on humans for like... trade and stuff. I mean if they<span style=""font-style: italic"">were</span>a master race then wouldn't their civilization be all perfect and self-sufficient, like have an economic state of... autarky..? I mean... why even be bother by humans if you're like the master race and all?'' came a low pitched stuttering voice from among the crowd of students.<br/><br/>Bryan Bendleson had spent most of his pre-university years cooped up in his mothers basement, where he was a secret fan<span style=""font-style: italic"">My Little Alien Unicorn: Friendship Forever</span>, a devoted fantasy MMPORG addict, failed aspiring comic book artist as well as occasionally smoking legal electronic weed. Yet despite the odds he somehow managed to get the minimum grades needed to enter Simsonville university to study Philosophy (he was pretty bad at most other subjects and Philosophy seemed like an easy get-out-of-jail-free card) and that's when his mother threw him out. Now he was a student here and hadn't gotten over leaving his basement sanctuary."
14108,Simsonville University (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324085,2014-12-21T10:42:00,New Abrahammia,"""That's a good question. We are not reliant on trade with earthlings. If we did, then how did we survive before our first encounter? It would be impossible if we were reliant on them! Also, our economy is actually pretty decent. It is better than the economy of over half of the earth! Now, the reason we haven't taken over the earth is for 2 reasons.<br/>1. We are not power hungry imperialist pig dogs.<br/>2. An empire that big would surely fall into civil war and rebellion because of the lack of control of the central government that would arise in parts of the nation faraway from the capital.<br/>3. War is hell. Our benevolent leader would not drag so many people into the horrors of war without good reason.<br/>Any more disapproval, students?"""
14109,"Lament of Slate and Steel (FanT, IC, Closed Signups)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324096,2014-12-18T12:59:00,Free Communual Lands of Barbaria,"OOC: Please signup for this thread at<a class=""postlink-local"" href=""http://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324095"">viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324095</a><br/><br/>Sprawling fields, lush green forests streams and rivers that dot the terrain, crisscrossing and feeding larger lakes and ponds. Many would describe the world of Lakrymed in a similarly poetic manner. It is in this world, filled with outlandish creatures far dating that of man, a bounty of bizarre plantlife and untold tales of horror, persecution, amazement and adventure that intelligence can be found. From the mouths of the bipedal human folk language was conquered, from their hands tools were crafted and fire was born from humankind's ambition and intuition. Their shelters matured from natural land features to lean-tos and debris huts, from animal hide structures to wooden cabins and finally structures composed of stone were achieved. Man came a long way in this mission of self betterment, a mission to be more and learn more. I have shown man the way, I am the spark inside of the belly of man. Through my guidance and that of my brothers and sisters man as a whole is allowed to rule over the other creatures of Lakrymed, to harvest blood bone and meat. Through their ever expanding ambition can humankind achieve greatness. Since long before man was born Lakrymed was created by my brother to accommodate mankind's glorious destiny.<br/><br/>""These are the words of Lorotho!... And in the pursuit of man's destiny!"" Continued shouting a man shrouded in a tan cloak. ""Comes the outlandish creatures attempting to smother man's perpetual flame!"" Closely in front of the zealous figure, surrounded by a sprawling city of stone and wood as well as onlookers a plenty was a procession of five ragged, exhausted and utterly crushed individuals. Their features muddled with that of animal kind. Tails and claws mixed with gills and scales bound to one another walking to THEIR fate. Each man and women among them stopped and at a command of the executioner faced the crowd, whom were hungrily adding their voices to seal the extinction of their lives. ""May every one of you find your place in the hall of the righteous."" At this the pious cloaked man slowly brought the palm of his hand to his lips, kissed it and raised it toward the heavens. With this gesture a large portion of the crowed gimmicked the man as some simply watched, eager to see the blood of the creatures before them.<br/><br/>The pious figure then nodded to the executioner and took on a more rigid tone. ""Under the order of Kleith Lutair, current king of House Lutair king and ruler of Dalreach I sentence each and every one of you, to die. Under the respective violations of . . ."" To the zealot and the crowd's surprise the executioner drove his glaive through the first offender's nape, cleanly slicing through skin and muscle and bone. The crowd reeled back from the sight, the premtive execution startling them. The zealot cleared his throat and continued in a slightly hoarse manner. ""Burglary. . . Slander. . . Slander, repeat accounts of escape and repeat account of escape."" The zealot finished, long after the executioner, who had finished after the second account of 'slander.' The zealot quickly blessed the scene as the crowd disperesed and the executioner began cleaning the mess he made.<br/><br/>. . . Sprawling roads, alleys and drain ways crisscrossing and feeding the routes of trade and commerce. Deep greys mixed with slate as smoke from chimneys too close together spewed into the skies. Men of all different kinds of physical makeup scurried along the streets, stopping at every block and sneering at every other passerby. Unclean children and cowled faces raced along the alleyways. Many would describe the city of Crimeon as the greatest advancement in mondern technology. With huge walls defending its borders, arched bridges over 40 feet off the ground, and beautiful gleaming gardens adjacent to the region's largest shanty town. Poverty and hunger were prevailant and a tavern or brothel were never too far. Men women and children alike worked like mules for little pay in a currency they were unused to. To the east was Lakrymed's largest ocean, The Estopian Sea. To the north even the great city's wall defenders could not see an end to the expanse of farmland. The western and southern flanks belonged to the great forests and plains however.<br/><br/>Deep within Crimeon's intricate city structure, residing in the eastern section the Silverfin district stood staring out to the sea. People hustled along busy with harbor work, whether it be a longshoreman positions or captains positions there always seemed to be an air of liveliness about this harbor side community. As lively as the docks were the taverns and inns were even more heavily occupied. By the night hours the entire leisure portion of the district was clamoring with drunken merriment. Never too far behind the slums were just as lively, overflowing with a different kind of activity. Thieves and burgleors made their rounds throughout the district as silently as possible. Oftentimes stealing few and selling fewer. In comparison the Silverfin district was relatively safe compared to most of the rest of Crimeon. It was in the Silverfin district on the market main roads bristling with people one lone creature could be found. Clad in robes with a deep hood a man walked down the street, scanning the roads ahead. Hidden amongst his robes was a single short sword. Atop his head were pointy canine ears in place of humanlike ears. A tail also peeked from his under robe.<br/><br/>Metios Shaveck was once more in hiding from the slavers. Slaving was a very lucrative trade that offered plenty of room for advancement and saw many different independent companies coming forward. Because of this it had grown harder and harder in the past five years to evade captors. Even though he trekked over several different districts the danger was still potentially there. If Metios could however evade the slavers long enough he could assimilate as a free Wolf Demon. Free to live in squalor among the rest of Crimeon's citizens. The jump from slave to bystander wasn't all too glamorous, although neither was being hunted. Feeding oneself was hard enough.<br/><br/>Metios scanned the streets before noting the increased activity in the local guard and finding his way to the alleyways. Following the alleyways he stopped at a low hanging roof and ran toward the surface and pulled himself up. The rooftops were a different world, clustered so closely together they served as a bridge across half of the city. Here he allowed himself to take off his hood, revealing his brown wolf-like ears and soaked in the sun. The district stretched before him. From here he could make out a couple of blocks in each direction, but his current vantage was not all to useful. Instead he took the time to sit on an old box and survey his surroundings."
14110,"Lament of Slate and Steel (FanT, IC, Closed Signups)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324096,2014-12-19T12:32:00,Naretion,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Outskirts of the Blutegt Forest</span><br/><br/>Resoula sat on a branch on one of the last trees at the end of the forest. No human path or woodcutting band had disturbed their forest in a long time and he was just guarding the edge for a little bit to make sure no one was trying to sneak in and also to simply take a look at the lands around the forests. The large human city of Crimeon lay in the distance, polluting the view from the forest. Small human villages also populated the view, covering some of the open plains that separated the forest from Crimeon. Humans that were not on a mission of peace usually were wise to avoid the forest based on ancient superstition of Elves murdering everyone that enters the forest mixed with stories of the mine in the forest having somehow resulted in the death of all the ancient dwarves of the area.<br/>In the distance Resoula spotted a group of marauders riding past the forest on their horses, likely off to a village they planned on looting. In the mind of Resoula, all humans were as vicious and despicable as the worst of their kind.<br/><br/>""Elvenkin"" A weary yet soothing deep male voice said behind Resoula.<br/><br/>Resoula turned around to find the source was a young Wose, barely larger than the average forest tree. ""Yes? What is it friend?""<br/><br/>""Your clan's council of respected voices is calling for a meeting to discuss something urgent."" The weary voice croaked. ""The Wose were requested to tell you that you must return to the mines.""<br/><br/>""What is this meeting to discuss?"" Resoula said as he stood up on his branch.<br/><br/>""They mentioned something of the humans and an envoy. One elvenkin was very angry and shouting...'You DARE!?' at somebody.""<br/><br/>""Very well. Thank for you delivering this message. Enjoy your night, young Wose.<br/><br/>""And same to you, young elvenkin."" The Wose responded before it slowly began trumping back through the forest to the location that it usually planted its roots.<br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Blutegt Mine</span><br/><br/>Upon arrival to the deepest dug section of the Blutegt mine, Resoula put his hand on an ancient marking inscribed by the first Elves that inhabited the mine after the dwarves disappeared. He closed his eyes and focused his magical energies and the symbol lit up, revealing a carving of The Eldest Wose, the oldest Wose still alive, and significantly older than any that even come close to being ""oldest"". The carving was surrounded in more carvings of Elven ritual circles that all lit up upon the focus of magical energies, and then the rocks pulled apart, revealing a tunnel that is much newer than the rest of the mine. Resoula stepped through and followed it even further downwards. When he got to the bottom of the basically pitch-black tunnel he arrived in an underground glade of fauna and flora in a large cavern with an underground waterfall flowing through it.<br/><br/>This was the meeting place of the five most respected elves of the clan when there needed to be a discussion as this place was a good representation of nature is its purest, it provided the most magical concentration for the elvenkind and was a very useful meditation spot. The other four of the most respected Elves were already waiting for Resoula and greeted him kindly upon arrival. Together, they made their way to the very center of the cavern where a few small ancient trees- originating from the ancient gardens located in the Elven capital city- were placed in a circle. The Elves sat down next to the trees in the circle and took a few moments to meditate and pray to the Elven God, Naterdesse. (Commonly referred to as ""Mother"")<br/><br/>After a few moments of meditation, the eldest of the elves spoke up, ""This council has been gathered on account of a young human male. We found him trying to cut down a Wose in its sleep. The Wose awoke and knocked the man unconscious with a swing of his roots. We took the man in and interrogated him. it seems that the human city in the distance has deemed it fitting for woodcutters to harvest any forest nearby that will provide them resources to build."" Then there was a moment of silence, ""I have communicated with our mother an idea I've had and there was no indication that this would be an unwise thing to do, so I shall present my idea here. We need an envoy of elves to go to Crimeon and meet the human leadership and engage in the first diplomacy between our peoples to secure the safety of our forest.""<br/><br/>""Negotiate with the humans?"" One of the others said, ""Do you really think they'd inconvenience the expansion of their massive city on the account of some 'magical murderous freaks' living in the trees?""<br/><br/>""Yes."" The Eldest responded. ""If we try. I would think that they would hear our words. If this is not a unanimous agreement, someone please make it known now."" Again, a silence followed. ""Very well. Now we only need a volunteer to lead an envoy party.""<br/><br/>One of the elves laughed at the idea, ""You want someone to volunteer to walk into that abomination of civilization?""<br/><br/>The Eldest nodded again, ""No one will be forced. Only a willing mind will lead the envoy, but it must be one of us. We are the voices our people respect. We must speak for them in these trying times.""<br/><br/>A pause filled the room for a few moments until Resoula spoke up, ""In that case, I'll go.""<br/><br/>A few of the elves looked surprised, but the Eldest remained calm, ""Are you sure you're up to the task? You are new to this council and we do not yet know what you are capable of.""<br/><br/>Resoula nodded, ""Then allow me this chance to prove myself."" He said, ""I will take a small envoy of our most respectable Rangers and acquire this treaty. Unless anyone would prefer I not be the one to go?""<br/><br/>""Better you than me."" One of the elves murmured.<br/><br/>""This council is dismissed then. You leave first thing tomorrow morning. Feel free to bring any ten elves of your choosing to form this envoy, and may Naterdesse guide you."" The eldest concluded the meeting."
14111,"Lament of Slate and Steel (FanT, IC, Closed Signups)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324096,2014-12-20T00:57:00,Free Communual Lands of Barbaria,"Metios sat still perched atop the rooftop drinking in the sun lazing about exhausted from the days walk. His eyes were closed but his senses were opened. His stout canine ears twitched slightly focusing on the different sounds of the city, occasionally twitching with a bit of start when a fly would happen upon them. His nose also flared as he put focus into his more visceral of senses. He could smell as far away as a block, every smell was confused with the stench of smoke and too many humans. For the most part the scents were muddled. Taking the difficulty in singling someone out as challenge his aim was to refine his skills. The high vantage gave him a couple of fresh wafts on the wind currents however, which was all he initially came to the rooftop for. His eyes showed the wear of his features, his physical degradation was showing. His face outlined deep wrinkles around the borders of his mouth and the ends of his eyes. The lines atop his head seemed to show and his eyelids drooped with a red tint.<br/><br/>Both of Metios' ears twitched and his eyes darted open. His eyes shone with a perpetual duty of alertness, racing from corner to corner of his periphery. His eyes opened so wide as to reveal his entire iris, which encompassed much of his sclera. It was now, after what seemed to be hours of him lazing that he gathered himself and put up his hood. Walking to the edge of the roof he scanned the roads from end to end stopping at a group of what appeard to be a dozen men who seemed to be officials of some sort. They were heavily armed and donned tight uniforms chains linked to their belts, all. ""Damnable Slavers!"" Metios rasped quietly in a very hoarse and slithery tongue.<br/><br/>The men were seen talking to a young woman, with a thatch wood carrying pouch on her back. The distance was far but Metios could make out what was being said to an extent.<br/><br/>""So you're saying you haven't seen anybody matching the description?""<br/>""--I don't suppose so. Lotsa people in this here town.""<br/>""-- said to ask you.""<br/>""--Be I-- inta sumin-""<br/><br/>The crowd begun obscuring his hearing drastically. Metios' eyes may not have been his strongest sense but he recognized the female. He exchanged a favor for a favor, obtaining the hood in place of a hat for carrying some barrels a couple of blocks. His outfit was rather ragtag. His hood was a deep grey although his his cloak was deep brown in color, dingy and fading at best, while his undercloths were a deep freshly dyed black sack cloth tied with strings at the neck and arms.<br/><br/>""Be I have a price for certain information"" The lady continued, coming back earshot.<br/><br/>""Damned wench."" He growled quietly. It was clear she wasn't all that trustworthy. At that he turned abruptly and began off, navigating the rooftops. Trust wasn't something easily given in this city. Everyone needed to eat so a coin was a coin no matter who you had carted off or who you carted off in some cases. Crimeon's condition was looking more and more bleak each daybreak. The region was stockpiling that was clear to see with all of the recent recruitment posters and new patrols. Guards patrolled day in and day out, pulling a couple of unlucky sods to have their heads lopped of on a daily basis. They never truly fixed the issue of crime and they rarely caught the actual criminals. Typically they would just haul off an escaped slave who had eluded capture for too long, almost being granted a free status in the process. After which they'd be paraded in front of half of a district to be executed alongside alleged rapists and murderers. All of this in the protection of the city watch's interests.<br/><br/>Walking toward another roof Metios quickened his pace and leaped toward the building, which stood two stories higher. His foot caught on the granite wall and he ran up the wall a step before catching himself on an ornamental ledge. Pulling himself up he replaced his hand with his foot and extended his reach further, grabbing a hold of a windowsill. He allowed himself to hang suspended in free air, and pulled his face up to the windowsill. As his eyes gleamed widely he peered into the vacant room before adjusting the shutter with his elbow and heaving his chest onto the ledge. Using his current leverage he pulled his lower body up and stood on the ledge, pulling himself on to the roof.<br/><br/>He was significantly higher now and everybody seemed a lot further away when he peered down. Scanning the roads he lost sight of the band of slavers but caught sight of the woman. She loitered about where she had been seen, her thatch pack off and her arms crossed. Metios did not like the idea of the slavers being hidden from sight but the woman did not seem to be peering up at Metios so he did not suspect he was spotted. Still though...<br/><br/>He decided to continue forward, turning his orient to the eastern rooftops. Putting one foot in front of the last he walked from roof to roof, vaulting roof dividers climbing and hopping differences in heights. The city's makeup made it easy to navigate even if Silverfin was not the greatest district for this route Metios was well learned. Silverfin tended to have quite a large number of sod and timber roofs especially toward the eastern slums portion. This was where Metios was headed.<br/><br/>After navigating several blocks of granite and stone as well as a good portion of pointed timber Metios found himself among a bustling community of shanties and apartments so closely knit it seemed a lake of humanoid dispossession. It was here Metios sought to hide himself. He found his way from the rooftops by way of a balcony seating two humans somewhat older than himself. As he descended the ladder one human with a rather long face began laughing outwardly at him. The other glared. Both of them seemed much less fed than Metios. What they lacked in nourishment they definitely did not make up for in sternness, as intimidating as both men seemed Metios turned and simply stared at the man glaring back for the human to break eye contact.<br/><br/>""A damn fool might cross paths with me here 'pon happenstance. A complete lack whit might be so inclined to stare. I aven't n all my years come 'cross someone to gawk wif' Two-Club-Pete 'longside me."" The man slathered.<br/><br/>Metios blinked, still staring the speaker through flesh and bone.<br/><br/>""You Sod-Brained--""<br/><br/>The speaker attempted pulling his legs around to stand before Metios, lighting-quick planted a sandal into his face, shoving him over the balcony a story below. At this ""Two-Club-Pete"" rushed to his feet, quickly enough to have Metios' short blade meet the apple of his throat, stopping the man dead in his tracks.<br/><br/>""Aye well and good to have Two-Club-Pete here ain't it."" Metios stepped closer, keeping the blade against the mans neck. He took a deep shuddered breath, finally replacing his visage with the image of Two-Club-Pete, having been staring at the space of empty air the original vagrant had been. His gaze cut through Pete, and Pete's unease showed.<br/><br/>""So good to have a blocky piece of man-folk to slice apart. Pete?"" He asked elongating each 's' he pronounced.<br/>""W-What?"" His voice caught as the apple on his throat caught the blade as he spoke.<br/>""If slid my blade through your throat and spilled your life blood..."" He brought a clawed finger to his bottom lip and folded it over. ""Do you think anybody would balk? Do you think your friend would stop me from making into you what I so very want to in this moment?""<br/><br/>Two-Club-Pete clearly did not know how to answer the question because his voice caught again and he leaned back, wide eyed, scared. With this motion Metios followed, taking a step forward sliding the blade softly into the man's neck drawing small trickles of crimson.<br/><br/>""Crimeon is unforgiving, I do not kill you now because we share the same end of the blade. But we do not share the same end of the stick. And blood will bring blood, flesh will burn, a smell sweetly in the night air as carrion is devoured. Every shadow in the city would feast, the sky would descend and feed upon the dead and dying. The night is not picky, whats dying is dead."" Metios shuddered. ""And a night that feeds is a night that breeds. You will be meat and everybody here."" At that he removed his blade and carefully hopped down the balcony, sheathing his weapon in the process. He walked passed the burden of the trouble-maker griping loudly over his wrists and knees. He was still living, cursing Metios. He could feel his tail inadvertently sway underneath his faded robe as he closed his eyes and sniffed the air, tuning in his ears. A distinct smell of urine could be identified among the smells of cook fires and privys ablaze. Sex mingled with blood and disease with pain.<br/><br/>It was impossible to distinguish any of the smells apart, even for the most adept nose. It was perfect. Metios smiled and continued forward, his tail swaying once more.<br/><br/>(OOC: Sorry for the heavy narration I still feel the need to describe setting as the OP)"
14112,"Lament of Slate and Steel (FanT, IC, Closed Signups)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324096,2014-12-20T10:43:00,Naretion,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Blutegt City</span><br/><br/>The city of Blutegt that lay above the cave was small but still contained the same elven architecture that was commonplace for all of the elvenkin's cities. While the population of Blutegt wasn't too large compared to most other elven cities, numbering only about 20,000 elves total- compared to the Elven capital of Naterdae, which housed millions of Elves, whose glimmering magical architecture sprawled across much of the woodland it was settled in-. It still had some minor walls golden walls (Typical Elven architecture, everything has a golden tint as if it was metal but it is actually just enchanted wood) set up around its perimeter, a trivial defense that Resoula hoped would sooner or later be expanded to very edges of the forest itself to help secure the forest even better. Only with the expansion of the perimeter of the city as well as the expansion of the forest could Blutegt hope to ever become half as prosperous as Naterdae.<br/><br/>Resoula had gathered the best ten elven Rangers he could find, skilled in both blades as well as bows. Even elven swords were made out of wood, but it was a unique type of wood that had to be run under the hands of a master elven craftsman before it was ready for battle, and then it cut sharper and deeper than the strongest human steel. Resoula was wearing the fanciest of elven robes as was commonplace for an envoy on a mission of peace and carried no weapons on his person at all. ""Alright friends, lets go save our forest."" He said as he began to lead his escort through the forest towards Crimeon. As they reached the forest exit a voice exclaimed behind them. ""Waaaait!"" It was a female voice, and upon turning around Resoula found that it was Fanessa, a still young (By Elven standards) Elven Shyde with her faery companion, Fan. Resoula had known Fanessa since he was a child as she was just a druid back then, before she had transformed. She would heal his wounds when he'd get hurt and he'd always see her talking to the animals that roamed the Elven city.<br/><br/>""Fanessa?"" Resoula asked, surprised to see her. ""What are you doing here?""<br/><br/>""I heard about what you're doing and I wanted to ask if I could come along."" Fanessa said, an aura of tranquility emanating from her, bolstering the morale of Resoula's escorts as they watched Fan fly aimlessly around Fanessa with a big smile on her face.<br/><br/>""I did not receive permission to bring a Shyde into the human city. I do not think that would be allowed."" Resoula stated plainly.<br/><br/>""Well those little council members may get to draw the rules for elves but I am no elf remember."" Fanessa grinned cleverly. ""I am a Shyde. I follow the rules of nature.""<br/><br/>Resoula raised an eyebrow and gave a one-sided smile in amusement, ""Oh? And what would those rules be?""<br/><br/>""That I can do whatever I so please. So I am accompanying you."" Fanesssa stated proudly. ""Plus, if you march in there with nothing but your own 'civilized' self and ten armed Rangers those humans are just going to be scared of us regardless. With the magical auras emanating from me and my faery-looking state, they might actually take our culture seriously.""<br/><br/>Resoula smiled at her argument and looked off into the distance at the horizon-covering city of Crimeon for a few moments before looking back at Fanessa. ""Okay you can come along, but stay close to me. If anything happened to you I would go from influential to hated.""<br/><br/>""Oh yes because you in your unarmed state could do sooo much to protect me."" Fanessa said, swirling around in the air jokingly. ""And for being such a good sport, I have an idea to speed things along!"" She exclaimed excitedly as she kneeled down (While still floating off of the ground) and meditated for a few moments. Her faery companion Fan mimicked her stance and actions exactly while floating over her left shoulder. Given a few moments enough white horses for Resoula and his escort rode out from the plains and the woods and all picked an elf to stop by. ""You can thank me later."" Fanessa winked, a big smile covering her face.<br/><br/>""I guess we're riding through the plains friends."" Resoula said to his escorts with a smile on his face, his cheeks having frown slightly red from Fanessa's display.<br/><br/>From there all the elves mounted their white horses and began to ride at a paceful speed through the plains towards the large city of Crimeon with Fanessa floating along and Fan spinning around excitedly as always. Resoula prayed to Naterdesse that nothing went wrong in the journey or in the city, for the death of a Shyde would be a grim occurrence that none of the elven people could ever forgive him for."
14113,"Lament of Slate and Steel (FanT, IC, Closed Signups)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324096,2014-12-23T00:13:00,Free Communual Lands of Barbaria,"By morning Crimeon is much a hustle and bustle, laborers hurrying from their homes to their job sites. Builders readily reporting to the walls, masons to their workshops and dockworkers to the eastern harbor. Those who do not find work however find mornings quite a bit less lively. Those without work tend gravitate toward the local art saloons earlier on in their financial spiral hoping to develop some artistic ability. Those without the patience lose their apartments and move into the countryside or the slums. A sea of shanty towns encompass Crimeon in little pockets, housing just these people. The slums surround the middle districts like a moat. Finding yourself in penniless you can either become apart of the community or turn to less than savory means of existence. Many turn to thievery alcohol abuse and a particularly addictive substance named Liflyten (or life for short). Life when consumed in a coffee form is relatively harmless but many turn to the refined version, which may prove fatal. The Silverfin district is rumored to be the origin of this refined substance, despite the slums having been made significantly more safe for unknown reasons.<br/><br/>Entering the slum Metios kept his back to the perimeter, losing himself in the crowd. Weaving through bystanders Metios, for the most part, followed the foot traffic letting the flow engulf him. The deeper he got the more he seemed to be headed in a specific direction. The shanty was easily a mile wide, encompassing an old courtyard and the surrounding roads so the crisscrossing shanty lanes provided plenty of concealment. The deeper he dug himself the more he seemed to orient himself toward the west, clearly following a specific route. Nobody seemed to notice him sliding by them much less would they care. The vagrants seemed to be busying themselves with a litany of things ranging from wandering haphazardly to carrying barrels and boxes back to their wooden structures with vital necessities. Perchance Metios found himself naked as his name day it was doubtful anybody would so much as arch a brow. Metios returned the favor by ignoring those around him, pushing forward.<br/><br/>Finding himself entranced by the flow of the poverty stricken the lone wolf demon began concerning himself internally.<br/>'Those who find salvation are never free but for the pain of others are they liberated' A voice echoed in Metios' head.<br/>He weaved through a group of older men, lounging outside of their homes. Two of which human another Calekta and one green skinned. The smell of the shanty was profuse and overactive, but Metios began noticing his nose acclimating to the general stench. The Calekta was heavily garbed and looked almost human, his nose picked that nuance up, although he did brush right past the man.<br/>'Salvation is nothing, while the darkness creeps so do those in it. Darkness will find a lusty companion from the depths of the earth. Come forth step into the shadows.'<br/>The wolf demon starkly pushed onward.<br/>'Hurt me'<br/>'Help me, he keeps doing it. Can't take it' no more!'<br/>Metios' upper lip raised and twitched slightly.<br/>""He'll bend your will black and rotten.""<br/>""Silence!"" He breathed to himself.<br/>'It's too hot.' A voice pleaded.<br/>'It burns' another complained.<br/>He stopped walking, head swimming he braced himself up against a thin wooden wall.<br/>'What did I do?'<br/>Metios took off his hood and began rubbing his temples, his face straining and his eyes shutting.<br/>""Stop it."" He breathed between quiet groans.<br/>'The darkness feeds, here we are nourished from the carcass of our old selves. You are with us, feeding upon your own flesh. Know not pain but pleasure, the orgasmic feeling you receive from a chunk of your own flesh.'<br/>""I do not know your pleasures."" Metios voiced to himself, eyes closed shut as he rubbed his face into his forearm.<br/>'You know the pleasure of others' darkness though. Soon enough you'll know your own.'<br/>""Sithrast is the only darkness I know.""<br/>'As do I. Every day. Where I wonder is your Sithrast? Busy I'd wager. Too busy for you.'<br/>'One last kiss' somebody sobbed in the darkness.<br/>""Sithrast embrace me. My blood is yours."" Metios pleaded, rubbing his nose, still braced against the structure. As he worried over himself an elderly drunk strode by, wineskin in hand, singing a confused ballad. The man's deep vocals resonated through Metios' mind. ""Oh brother you know not what I have seen, vast hillsides of deep deep gre--"" The voice echoed and trailed off. All was silent as the foot traffic carried on. Metios threw his hood back on and continued, staggering slightly.<br/><br/>Continuing his trek Metios slowly started regaining his composure. The sun was still high, but noon was fleeting somewhat. Focusing on the city he began peeking into the shanties as he walked by. Many people were sitting around talking or drinking as others worked on additions and projects. A couple of things did stand out though, while turning a corner a stripped human lay against a shanty, surrounded by children, rocks in hand. Metios could smell maggots infesting and rot of the flesh, he swallowed impatiently. As he kept walking he had to navigate around a stair entrance to the undercity where a large group of youths were gathered talking amongst themselves. Several feet further on he looked through an opened door where a female with tears trickling lightly against her cheeks, legs pulled into her chest sat. Past this was a second entrance to the undercity, at this he took an immediate turn to the north.<br/><br/>Slowing his pace significantly he glanced around, carefully studying several shanties. Eying one suspiciously he picked up his pace, approaching the rather well sealed home.<br/>""And unwed for a damned reason!"" A door behind Metios swung open.<br/>""Aye? Least I got a prick! Full size too, yer Sophie can attest to that. Had her screamin' me name! Hell, even asked me ta take her with me I--"" At once a smack of flesh on flesh clapped together loudly. Metios turned to watch, backing up to the other side of the road. Two men, clad in dirty rags began fistfighting, before one wrestled the other to the ground. They were both around Metios' age. The first with a beard greasy long black hair, a concave face, clearly human. The second, now on bottom bore the features of a beast race unknown to Metios with medium black hair and a longer face. Metios turned his back on the fight and approached the shanty. It was a rather large construct of wood with a sod roof above. On the front of the door stood a wooden plank with the name ""Windrou"" engraved into it. He knocked on the door, a woman's voice responded with ""One moment"" before clattered all throughout the house and approached."
14114,"Lament of Slate and Steel (FanT, IC, Closed Signups)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324096,2014-12-29T10:42:00,Free Communual Lands of Barbaria,bump?
14115,"Lament of Slate and Steel (FanT, IC, Closed Signups)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324096,2014-12-30T11:22:00,Naretion,"Nationstates<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Crimeon</span><br/><br/>Dawn rose and the sun found its way standing bravely over the horizon of the corrupted city when Resoula and his band of Elves arrived at the gates. They were met with whispering voices and suspicious gazes. This was the start of a rumor of superstition that would sweep across the city and bend its form in any and every direction as it bounced around the district walls.<br/><br/>""Halt!"" One of the guards shouted at the elven band, ""Who are you and what is your business in Crimeon?""<br/><br/>Resoula rode up to the guard and then jumped off his horse to meet eye-level with him. ""We are elves from Blutegt forest. We have come to discuss an important matter with the leaders of this city.""<br/><br/>The guard began laughing, ""Yes! Sure! I'm sure the leaders will be right on that meeting!""<br/><br/>A second guard spoke over the laughter of his partner, ""I'd advise your lady friend in the back to stop her....flying. If she plans on entering the city with you.""<br/><br/>Fanessa's eyes opened wide in surprise, ""But this is how I naturally am!""<br/><br/>""Yes well."" The guard scoffed, ""Not everyone in the city will like the...natural...you.""<br/><br/>""Enough of this pandering, will you grant my envoy admission to your city?"" Resoula asked.<br/><br/>The guards looked between each other, the first trying hard not to laugh still. ""You may proceed."" The second guard said hesitantly. ""Control your 'pack'."" He spat, referring to Resoula's guards.<br/><br/>Resoula got back on his horse and his envoy began trumping down the streets of Crimeon.<br/><br/>""I can't believe he told me not to fly!"" Fanessa pouted.<br/><br/>""I'm sure we'll hear much worse things while we're here."" Resoula said dismissively as he examined the surroundings. The district he had entered looked like a huge slum. Beggars lined the sides of the streets, merchants tried to sell their likely stolen goods, and onlookers stared with hostility at the strangers that were Resoula's envoy. ""These leaders don't seem to be the most benevolent bunch...I""m not quite sure what luck we'll have with them.<br/><br/>""Won't know until you try.""<br/><br/>""Maybe so. But I haven't much hope.""<br/><hr/><br/>Upon arrival at the royal district Resoula and his envoy was stopped by the guards. ""Halt. What business do you...things-"" He glanced suspiciously at Fanessa ""-have in the royal district?""<br/><br/>""We've come to speak with the leaders of your city. There is an urgent matter regarding our home in a nearby forest and one of the policies your leader has put into place."" Resoula stated.<br/><br/>""Uh...huh. Well then."" The guard snapped at his partner guarding the gate and pointed inward to the district. ""My partner here will get someone for you.""<br/><br/>...<br/><br/>It took about fifteen minutes of idle waiting before the second guard arrived back and delivered a note to the first guard.<br/><br/>""It seems they have agreed to meet with you."" The first guard said.<br/><br/>""Great! So where do we?-""<br/><br/>""In exactly one month and thirteen days."" The guard finished.<br/><br/>""What...?"" Resoula asked, squinting intently at the guard, unaware if this was a joke or not.<br/><br/>""A group of representatives will meet you in exactly one month and thirteen days. Their schedules are very busy up until that point."" The guard said.<br/><br/>""But this is a simple matter that will take but a ten minute meeting to fix!""<br/><br/>""And you will have it. In one month and thirteen days.""<br/><br/>Resoula scowled angrily at the guard and reared his horse in the guard's face before turning about. ""Come on elves."" He led them back into the slum district of which they entered. ""I suppose we should head back for now then. We'll need to protect the forest until the meeting.""<br/><br/>""But wait!"" Fanessa urged, pointing down a side alley they were passing by.<br/><br/>A man was on his knees in front of another man, begging him it seemed. ""Please! I...I...I promise I'll have more money next week! Just give me...give...gi-...I need MORE! ""<br/><br/>The second man kicked the first onto the ground, ""Listen dredge. You get me money right now or else you aren't gettin squat crap you hear me?""<br/><br/>The first man grabbed onto the other's legs, ""But ple-""<br/><br/>The second quickly kicked him off and stomped on his head, knocking him unconscious and then spat on him. He glanced up and stared at the onlooking elves then turned around and walked down the side alley, out of sight.<br/><br/>""These people...they are living horrible lives."" Fanessa continued as she looked around at the state of the slums. ""We can't just leave here without trying to help!""<br/><br/>""Fanessa these aren't our people. These are humans. You know, the people that run into the forest and try to cut down the Wose?""<br/><br/>""But they're still people! Naterdesse preaches the protection of all life! Not just that of her children but of the other gods too!""<br/><br/>""Even if I wanted to stay we couldn't! You're part faerie Fanessa! Remember the last time you left the woods for more than a few weeks? You started dying! Faeries need the Wose as much as an Elf needs food. And we'd be here for over a month if we did wait for this meeting here.""<br/><br/>""And you have ten elves mounted behind you! One of them could go get some Wose bark! We can try to make a difference here!""<br/><br/>""And what if while we're busy helping their kind we find that their leaders have destroyed our forest?""<br/><br/>""And when that meeting does come do you think you'll actually convince them to leave the forest alone? Look at how they treat their own people! They wouldn't treat us any better! We need to earn respect around here. Please...let us stay.""<br/><br/>Resoula stared at Fanessa and sighed. He turned to his guards. ""Two of you ride back to the forest. Inform the council what has occurred, and return with my gear and Wose bark.""<br/><br/>The guards looked between each other until one spoke up, ""But none of us know any Wose. Why would they spare us any bark?""<br/><br/>""Find Kaar."" Resoula pulled a small pendant out of his pocket. The pendant was a small wooden figure resembling Naterdesse. ""Show him this. Tell him we need some bark for Naterdesse.""<br/><br/>Two guards stepped forward and took the pendant and departed with a nod. ""We'll be back before nightfall."""
14116,"Lament of Slate and Steel (FanT, IC, Closed Signups)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324096,2015-01-04T13:18:00,Free Communual Lands of Barbaria,"Standing at a strange door in the middle of the fabled Silverfin slum Metios could not help but feel uneasy. The sun was high in the sky but seemed to shine ominously, with a choked light. He knocked on the door again, greeted with the same female's voice. ""One moment."" She rang, following more clattering from inside the house. Metios took the opportunity to double check the plaque, again finding himself face to face with ""Windrou."" He turned around looking at the other nearby shantys. The footsteps came to the door and stopped, a heavy lock could be heard turning inside the door and the door opened. A middle aged wolf demon peeked her head through the opening. She had on a wary expression her face, deep set eyes squinted and her celestial nose flared slightly.<br/><br/>The woman looked away, focusing her attention onto the streets for a short moment. Her ears sat a light brown atop her head, twitching slightly. ""I thought Gavin'd be the one knockin'."" The woman said in a light voice, peppered with a peasant's cockney. ""What can I do for ye, brother?"" She said fidgeting, still half hidden behind the door. Metios took some time to regard the woman. Her hair was the same hue of her ears long, wavy and well kept, adorning a very strong rectangular shaped face. 'I'm sure its her.' He thought before ending the silence. ""You are the one they call Durvaani Windrou?"" He asked crossing his arms and raising a brow. ""Aye. I've been called different in the past and there is another Durvaani on this block matter a' fact."" She let the door open and she let herself straighten out in the door frame.<br/><br/>Durvaani stood tall with somewhat broad shoulders. Surprisingly bone did not poke from her skin, for a wolf demon living in a slum Durvaani seemed relatively healthy. There was definitely a strength that permeated from the woman.<br/>""Sorry fer the wait, was tryina' find sumpin'. Tis hard livin' lone in this city. There is always some coin to be had though. Thank the gods. What brings ye wolf?""<br/>""Listen. I've come here for a purpose. I've made my way from the Oxcross district, ain't a free wolf neither."" He rasped. ""I came here because a slave spoke of you, saying you may help me find someone.""<br/><br/>The woman nodded. ""Say no more. Come right in."" He entered as she stood, letting him pass with her hand on the doorknob. She took one last look around and shut the door, locking it and barring it with a sturdy wooden board. The interior of the construct was somewhat lofty. The common room was rather large with several pieces of furniture, tucked into the corner were a couple of barrels likely storing provisions. The reprive from the outside stench was uplifting, as strange herbal incenses permeated the shanty.<br/><br/>Durvaani walked past Metios, motioning him to take a seat, there was a crossbow in her hand which she hung atop the wood stove. She began making rounds of the abode, observing a couple of herbs drying before grabbing a hammer and banging in a couple of wooden nails. He took off his hood. ""Sorry for making you wait so long. Didn't know who ye were. Had to get a couple things outta' the way. --""<br/>""I'm a Shaveck. Ever heard of that pack?""<br/>She looked directly at Metios now. ""No. I'm sorry, I've had a lot of bloodlines through those doors. I don't doubt I've at the least heard tell of your bloodline.""<br/>Metios regarded her, sighing and taking a seat. She looked at him cocking her head. ""Lets get some food and drink for ye."" She said eying him from top to bottom. It was at this point Metios could feel his exhaustion hammering at him. Durvaani turned to the blazing wood stove and retrieved a nearby kettle, filling it with a waterskin she hung the kettle in the wood stove.<br/><br/>Metios looked around the shanty, smelling something peculiar, ears perking up slightly. As Durvaani busied herself, preparing a small meal and mincing herbs. He could smell something strange under the incense, other people aside from Durvaani. Male and female. The scents were muddled but were there. Or had been there.. Nobody seemed to be there at present. He turned his attention to Durvaani once again, watching her prepare a meal, once again noting her body. She was tall and her muscles were tight and toned. She was dressed loosely with a simple shirt and caprices, colored dingily and ripped in several places. He turned away as she continued cooking and closed his eyes, leaning his head back in the stuffed seat.<br/><br/>Upon opening his eyes he found Durvaani to be sitting across from him, sipping on a mug. When she saw him open his eyes she put the mug down and sat against the back of her chair, breaking eye contact with him. He slouched forward, before looking at the table. There was a wooden mug in front of him and a plate of food in front of him. Minced dandelion, clover flower and a glob of spinach decorated the plate in front of him with a small bit of, what smelled to be rat meat. Metios gratefully began devouring the meal.<br/><br/>""Now tell me a bit about this person you're looking fer'."" He swallowed a mouthful of rat before modestly clearing his throat. ""Her name war' Sarthalma Shaveck. She's kin. We war' separated last summer. Almost yearwise now to be. When last I saw her, she had short hair, very short. As mos' slaves do I s'pose. Brown coat, like mine unfortunately she has same hair color as fur. Like me, so she didn't stand out in that way. Face long and--"" He motioned with his hand covering his face, gesturing that the face's surface was pronounced. ""Blue eyes though, not green. She war' quicker than she war' tall, with this quiet act... That.. I s'pose told more of her... reach.. then she did. She always want more for our brethren."" He stopped taking a moment to take a sip of tea, it had a strong cedar taste, that filled his chest with strength.<br/><br/>""This woman sounds familiar. Let me tell ye' what. I will list a couple of slaves I've had over the past couplea' fortnights matching her description. Tell me if anything stands out."" Metios nodded, turning his attention back to his food. ""Bout four fortnights passed one woman, brown hair, just as you say come from Brass district. Slave owner previous human, Dan Rodsmith. Owned forge and several slaves. She wanted to do work for the community until she gained a free status. Then she wished to build a home for herself."" Metios shook his head. She continued on describing several women with brown hair and shorter than tall. ""Another one I can think of... Not that long ago, less than a fortnight. Come from the northern roads. She was... quiet wore a very patched cloak. I remember her blue eyes, for sure, peeking out from the hood. Armed too she was. twin daggers at her hips. I lodged her.--""<br/>""Did the daggers have a blue hilt and a small iron button in the middle?"" He asked, interrupting her.<br/>She took a moment to think for a second. Metios noticed the sun going down and could hear a clamor outside the door.<br/>""Why I think they did in fact. But I only saw them once, so I'm not too sure. She did seem to have a lot of ambition though. That I'm sure of. She spoke of leaving the city and making a large pack. She fit in real well with everyone here.""<br/>""What happened to--"" There was a knock on the door, Metios instantly stood, fear swelling in his throat as he put his hands near his hips. ""I'll be right there!"" Durvaani called. She stood quickly and pulled the crossbow back down from the mantle walked into another room peered out a crack in the wall, before revealing a trapdoor, locking it and putting a crate back on top of the door. She then walked toward the entrance, with the crossbow, placed it on the left side of the door, unbarred unlocked and cracked the door. ""Yes?"" She said before letting the door open. ""Come in! You could possibly help me' compny."" She said stepping aside, closing the door behind the newcomer locking and barring it again.<br/><br/>The man who stood astride Durvaani was of middling height, broad-faced and of a smiling nature. He too was a wolf demon. His hair was brown and his coat was greyish black. He wore a grey cotton vest and a pair of green string drawn pants. His muscles stood firm against the cloth vest. ""More slaves Durvaani?"" He sniffed in Metios' direction, taking a step closer. Metios tensed up, staring at the newcomer. ""Least you seem in better shape than her last 'visitor'. It's always sad to bury a brother. Eat, friend."" Metios was uncomfortable with the commands but his condition was clearly showing. So he sat and finished the plate as well as he could. ""Say, Gavin. D'ya happen ta remember what happened to that quiet female, not too long ago. Brought her in, coming from Salro's pub?""<br/>He nodded smiling. ""Aye, liked the the Guild idea quite a bit she did. Of course.""<br/>Metios looked up from the plate, silent. ""Yeah I sent her to Half-ear.--""<br/>""Half-ear?"" Metios rasped.<br/>""Aye, a buddy of mine from the guild. They go south with a party of hunters and do some poaching. The king hardly keeps a watch in his southern personal wood ever since Darklight was hit with the plague. So now we have a steady food supply from the south.""<br/>""Where is she now?""<br/>""Don't know brought her to Half-Ear and he took her under his command."" Gavin shrugged. ""If you come help me with a matter that needs doing I'll see you to Half-Ear."" Gavin turned to Durvaani. ""If that's okay with you sister."" He said winking, brandishing a rather large smile. Metios himself could not conjure up a smile even if it meant being face to face with his sister. There was too much he didn't know yet. There was a level of distrust and disbelief still permiating his mind. He fidgeted, finishing the plate, and immediately after busying himself with his cedar tea. It had been a summer past since he saw his sister. She escaped Delvin Greycall with Metios' assistance but he stayed behind to deter the slavers. An ambitious wolf demon with slave-chopped hair was not an unlikely sight. He sighed.<br/><br/>""I'll go with you. But I wan't to take lodging here when we get back.""<br/>""It's no problem brother!"" Durvaani said shaking her head insistantly. She turned her attention to Gavin. ""If you take him 'round to my Gracie to pick up s'more fertilizer I'll let ya stay half a fortnight."" She turned back to Metios. ""S'long as ye give me some help round here."" Metios nodded, putting his hood back up.<br/>""What's your name, brother?"" Gavin asked. Metios turned toward the squat wolf demon regarded him for a second before standing. ""Metios Shaveck."" Gavin nodded. ""Alright, let's get on our way then."" Opening the door and exiting Durvaani locked up behind them before seeing them off.<br/><br/>The two men walked down the crowded roads together, somewhat in silence amongst themselves. Metios observed the surrounding slums as Gavin bound down the cramped sideroads with a confident air about him. Gavin stopped at a shanty where a wolf demon sat atop the tin roof reaching down as a feline-esque creature with significantly more bestial features extended a log, twice the size of himself from the ground. The wolf demon grabbed the log and they began sliding the log atop the shanty's roof. Gavin waited until the finished their action before calling out. ""Hey Gerdian!"" He called out waving. The male feline creature turned. He had the pelt as midnight black as a panther, and sleek fur coating his body. He was dressed in a leather jerkin and leather pants. The man's whiskers arched as he smiled at the sight of Gavin. ""Hello Gavin!"" The cat'ilik's voice was surprisingly regal for such a place. He spoke with a deep, clear voice which carried well. There was no hint of cockney or slang whatsoever. He had a chief's voice.<br/><br/>""I was wondering who you'd get to help you with your new addition. I was unaware you knew S'foro."" Gavin said, crossing his arms, before giving a nod to the man on the roof. Gavin's voice clearly strained at the distance the two men stood apart. ""Ah, yes. S'foro is a good man. I had worked alongside him on a job Reina had asked me do, carrying large stone blocks. By the end of the job him and I got to talking, it turns out we were on the same crabbing boat, under different masters years back. I asked him for help with a couple of tasks I needed to complete the addition. How's Luparia?"" He asked, voice projecting.<br/>""Well enough, a blight had snatched 'er strength up, but Durvaani had just the thing and she got 'er sheen back nice an' well. ""<br/>""That's always good to hear, Luparia is such a fine woman, and your family is such a fine example, it would pain me to hear any ill news from your clan."" Gerdian finished stretching out his arms a bit. Gerdian was by far the strongest individual Metios had seen thus far. His arms bulged from his jerkin and the stored power behind his chest and back was easily discernible. Gerdian turned his attention to Metios and bowed his head. ""Well met, brother."" This took Metios aback, most did not pay strangers any mind, let alone refer to them as 'brother.' Confused Metios bowed his head silently. ""We'd best be off Gerdian. S'long S'foro we'll speak another time!"" He shouted with another wave. S'foro returned the gesture, seated atop the log, chest heaving. ""Farewell, to both of you. Maybe in the future I'll come to know you better, friend.""<br/>""Possibly."" Metios said, bowing his head once more.<br/><br/>Gavin and Metios returned to a walk pace and Gerdian and S'foro ended their surprise break and began fumbling with the next log. The two walked several blocks. Metios had not realized it on his way into the slum but more people were busying themselves than he was initially aware. Noon was done and it seemed less people flooded the walkways and more flooded their homes. Gavin took note of Metios' gaze.<br/>""I hadn't noticed so many people at work on my way to Durvaani's."" Metios said quietly.<br/>""Noon is a busy time, everybody is rushing from their neighbors homes back to theirs for lunch. Or taking a break from working on their own shanties. Those who don't have steady work making real coin usually hear tell of the Guild.""<br/>""I hear the word guild from your lips, but see no hall in the poor district. What exactly are you learning?""<br/>Gavin smiled. ""You've met Durvaani and yet have ain't a clue to what the guild is?"" Metios shook his head, squinting, becoming aggravated. ""The Guild ain't exactly a guild exactly. It's more like a brotherhood who help out around Silverfin. Parts o' the Seaway district too. Folks get food and supplies or specialize in something, like Shanty building, like S'foro and help out where they can. We all pretty much meet where Durvaani found that girl. I'm assumin' she's yer mate being her name was Shaveck also.""<br/>""Sister... If we still surround by forest maybe she and I would have bred.""<br/>""Damn..."" Gavin utterly surprised stopping completely for a pace, staring at Metios. ""Your bloodline still practiced the old ways? I've only heard of a handful of wolf demons mating within their pack.""<br/><br/>Metios fidgeted quite a bit. He was clearly holding onto what he was about to say next. ""My... My pack was a real pack, more than just bloodline. We hunt' ze woods, I still have bit of understanding of how to survive from it. We spoke in the old tongue hunted and ran free. Me and my sister, we were very much alike... We looked alike when we were young we enjoyed the same things, then when... when we could no longer stay Sarthalma and me made our way to ze city, got captured together... Forced into slavery as a cheap package deal, sold to ze pleasure houses... We began escaping early and as we both got older the less ze pleasure houses wanted to buy us. Eventually when the slavers caught us they simply kept us and stuck us with work masters for the better profit. Then after years of escaping to one another, we seperate. Now we... wouldn't breed... Ze city gets into you, you lose the ambition. Plus you're only met with responses like yours. ""<br/><br/>""That's quite the story, Metios."" Gavin strode onward, nodding to a passerby ever once in a while, them returning a nod or a wave. ""Aye, not one that's spoken of either.""<br/>""So why tell me?""<br/>Metios exhaled, lowering his hood. ""Because this whole.... Situation. You are doing good for ze slave. For Sarthalma and for me. You give men reason to draw breath. Thats what Sarthalma wanted. I cou--"" A man younger than Metios in a tunic rushed in front of Metios and Gavin stopping. ""Gavin!"" The youth breathed. ""I need a favor from you."" The man was terribly emaciated. Gavin stopped walking. ""I'm sorry were you the pup at Salro's two days past?"" The youth cocked his head. ""Yes."" He started confused. ""I-I'm Susathras. We talked and you set me up w-with some work."" He paused taking a moment to catch his breath. The lines in his face were showing. ""I couldn't do the work. I aven't 'ad a strong diet in quite a while. I don't have the strength to lug barrels of fish all over the harbor."" From the image in front of Metios, this was clearly so.<br/><br/>""Go two blocks back then take a right, follow that for a block then take a left. On that stretch of road look for Jon Wallrock. He's a human, his shanty should be on the right, it's a rock structure with a wooden roof. Tell him this. He will set you up with a meal and much easier work.""<br/>""A human?"" the young wolf demon growled.<br/>""Aye a human."" Gavin said sharply. ""A human who lives in the same conditions we do and is a great friend. You'll go to him and get your strength back, then do some much easier work. Go now. We have to get to a task ourselves.""<br/>""Thank you Gavin."" The youth said before nodding and walking off in the direction Gavin suggested.<br/><br/>Walking further on Metios noted the dilapidated house with the corpse in it. There was a precession around the body as it was being veiled in a sheet and as herbs were sprinkled atop the body. Gavin stopped and Metios slowed his pace, walking past Gavin. He was praying to himself. Gavin soon picked his pace back up and was alongside Metios. As they rounded the corner they happened upon a large scene of slavers clustered around the under city steps. Metios froze, putting his hood back up. The slavers were few but most of the other youths gathered around the steps had fled now just two wolf demon pups were being roughly bound by three slavers. One was dressed in heavy armor whose muscles bulged at the seams, on his back was a war pick. One clad in light armor wielded a short sword as the third was dressed in a tunic and clearly wolf demon.<br/><br/>""Get off me!"" One of the youths shouted at the muscle bound man. He was stepping on the kids back and holding his arms behind him as the kid knelt. He was thrashing beyond the point his stamina would allow. His exhaustion showed in his sluggishness. The captor cursed and kicked him in the back, pulling one of his arms in the process, dislocating it with a resounding 'CRACKLE!' The boy let out a scream. At this Gavin rushed forward, picking up a stone axe from a nearby shanty. More a blunt weapon than a real axe. He swung at the heavily armored man.<br/><br/>'What is he doing!?' Metios stared in disbelief. 'He's going to get himself killed or taken!' Gavin knelt under a high swing and took a step back as the man pushed harder. The uninjured pup took the opportunity to grab a rock and bash the lightly armored slaver's shin which sent him reeling. 'Shit! If I don't do something they're going to die and I can't find her... Shit..."" In an instant Metios' robe was off. He stood clad in sack cloth slave attire wielding two short blades in his hands. The wolf demon slaver glared at him, his tail flicking hungrily. Metios rushed toward Gavin just as the large male slaver pushed him back into a corner. As the man reeled his war pick over his head for a guaranteed hit Metios slid his blade through the weapon where handle and pick met. Metios pulled the blade behind the slaver's head further as the man spun 180 degrees to avoid losing his blade.<br/><br/>The slaver was in a clear rage, Metios took an opportunity to look toward his flank, taking note that two other bystanders jumped in defending the youths. The slaver charged Metios. Metios dodged to the man's right, keeping his guard up. The slaver faced Metios only to be met head on. Metios pushed forward, driving the slaver back a couple of steps, landing a blow with one sword, he met the axe as the slaver performed a down strike. Metios matched the slaver's strength slashing with his other sword at his ribs. ""Damn cur!"" The man bristled and wildly swung his axe in Metios' direction, catching a blow on Metios' hand, forcing him to drop his left-hand sword as he attempted to block a blow.<br/><br/>Metios grunted and parried another swing before stepping inside of the slaver's guard as he swung wildly half a dozen times, yelling. Inside of the slaver's guard Metios put his left forearm up and the slaver's long wooden handle caught Metios' bony forearm, successfully blocking his left swing while matching his strength. Pain shot through Metios' arm, but he countered by stabbing at the man's neck, sliding his blade through his spine. The blade slid through flesh and bone like butter.<br/><br/>The slaver dropped his war pick and gurgled incoherently as blood gathered in his mouth, his eyes were panicked and his mouth moved frantically, Metios shuddered in pure ecstasy as he slowly removed the blade from the man's throat and blood rained down on Metios' chest and stomach, drenching him in its sticky embrace. The life went from the man's eyes as he fell to his knees and defecated himself. Metios' hand bled but use of it did not die. He threw the war pick to Gavin and retrieved his own short blade, hilt decorated with jade. ""You okay?"" Metios asked. ""Aye."" Gavin said catching his breath. Metios turned and rushed toward the fight to find the lightly armored slaver mortally wounded, and the wolf demon slaver to be clutching the previously injured youth in his hands, using him as a human shield.<br/><br/>The remaining slaver was staring at Metios all the while, clutching the boy. When Metios neared him he called out. ""Yield!"" The wolf demon snarled, ignoring the request. Metios could make out an old scar beginning from his brow and ending on his cheek, adorning a grey discolored eye. The wolf demon's slaver's left eye shone a piercing yellow. The man had a very long and pale hollow looking face. He stared through Metios as he tore out the youths throat, ripping the esophagus out with his claws in the motion. The boy's head slumped down without any support and the slaver threw the boy at one of the bystanders who rushed in to help. At this the slaver turned and rushed away, toward the border of town.<br/><br/>Gavin rushed toward the remaining youth and two bystanders. Metios sheathed his swords, slunk toward his robes and draped them over his blood drenched sack cloth. Gavin at once ordered the boy to run home and commanded the two bystanders, who seemed rather well armored, to haul the corpses into an alleyway. Gavin then beckoned Metios over as they lugged the mortally wounded slaver over their shoulders just as a nearby door opened and a woman waved them toward her.<br/><br/>They entered the shanty and the woman barred the door behind them. ""Why'd you come!"" Gavin demanded of the slaver. ""Slavers ain't poked round here in months. Why now! Them kids were free kin!"" Gavin bristled. The slaver coughed weakly. ""We were looking for someone... in particular."" He grimaced. ""Tall wolf who escaped from a master in the north, followed him over four different districts.""<br/>""Four districts?"" Gavin said in amazement ""... How."" He demanded.<br/>""Ardono Wind-Ward. The wolf... Th-that killed the boy.""<br/>""Why is a dog trained to hunt wolves?"" Gavin snarled.<br/>""He was bred from birth. He was bred specifically for hunting wolf demons.""<br/>Gavin nodded and beckoned toward the home owner. ""Maria. Find Delvian he'll take care of this slaver. Until then if it wouldn't be too much to ask to patch him up and give him something warm to eat before he dies?""<br/>""Not a problem at all Gavin, we owe you a great debt in this house."" He nodded to her and unbarred the door. ""Come on Metios I think we can skip that task I had in mind. It's time for you to see Salro's pub."""
14117,"Lament of Slate and Steel (FanT, IC, Closed Signups)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324096,2015-01-07T21:02:00,Free Communual Lands of Barbaria,This thread is being closed due to a misunderstanding in the rules. There will be another roleplay up that will be linked here.
14118,The Island Of Change [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324272,2014-12-20T03:44:00,The Lendol Archipelago,"<div align=""Center""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">The Island Of Change - IC</span></span><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/AHa64rK.jpg""/></div><br/><br/>Isla Arreglado. The idyllic South American island, famous for its untamed wilderness and friendly native animals. From the army ant to the tapir, it has it all. Some come for the wildlife, others for the money. The island is notorious for its drug trade and its lack of restrictions on hunting. Its jungles hold true lawlessness. Poachers and drug farmers rule, it is every man for himself.<br/>But there is one man who threatens to change everything. Pedro Ramos. The charismatic, moralistic president who funded the building of Santa Rosa, the capital of Isla Arreglado. But there are rumours, rumours of his true motives, rumours of his involvement in the drug trade, rumours of a massive uranium source in the jungle. He has already shown signs of his true motive, turning schools into military academies, arming the police and disarming the populace. He is slowly tightening his iron grip and is preparing to strike.<br/><br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324266"" rel=""nofollow"">OOC Thread</a>"
14119,The Island Of Change [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324272,2014-12-21T03:58:00,The Lendol Archipelago,"Pedro Ramos laughed when he heard the news of the sunken ship, God himself wanted him to succeed. He sent men out to salvage what they could from the ship. He could make use of whatever was taken, not like the capitalist pigs in their fancy buildings that were made by their forefathers. They do nothing for their countries apart from lie and cheat their way into compromises. There will be no compromise in this beautiful land. Ramos poured himself some Vodka. He liked the Russians, they were smart. They took what they were given and tried to turn it into gold. That was his plan too, and it would not go wrong.<br/>Ramos then walked to the balcony and took in the Arregladan experience. The sound of the wildlife and the bustle of the market. The smell of the food. The sight of the clothes and the animals. He loved this island and vowed every day to keep it safe."
14120,The Island Of Change [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324272,2014-12-22T09:09:00,Uitbregen,"The darkness surrounded Esteban de la Cruz. From all directions, it came at him, hungry for him. The alleyway blocked out all light from the street outside, and he was left alone with his haggard, restless breathing.<br/><br/>de la Cruz was a small time crook, not worthy of a mention in the annals of criminal history, but he had made one fatal mistake: he had dared to cross Pedro Ramos. Initially hired as an informant to spy on one of the local gangs in Santa Rosa for the police, he had taken the first payment and disappeared into the sprawling mass of the nations capital. Ramos did not take kindly to people crossing him and betraying his trust, and he had vowed to bunt de la Cruz down.<br/><br/>He narrowly escaped capture when armed officers stormed his dingy flat earlier that evening, leaping out of a window down into the busy street. He had since taken off and used his knowledge of the local area to evade police patrols. But the noose slowly tightened as the night progressed: he used all the rounds in his handgun, even wounded a police officer, but still they hunted him.<br/><br/>He leant against the wall to catch his breath. Perhaps he could reach the port and smuggle himself onto a ship off of the island. His nicotine addiction once again overpowered him and he reached for a cigarette and a lighter. He brought the lighter to his mouth and pressed the button, illuminating the alleyway with sparks. He stopped. Was someone there? He lit the lighter again and shone it round.<br/><br/>""Games over""<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">*bang*<br/>*bang*</span><br/><br/>de la Cruz was dead before he hit the floor. Two rounds from a Browning Hi-Powered handgun crossed straight through his heart, killing him instantly. A short, yet well-built woman, light of skin but dark of demeanour, stood over his lifeless body. She radioed to local authorities, and soon the wail of sirens could be heard in the distance. The police would wrap everything up, and she could disappear back into the shadows.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><div align=""center"">* * * *</div></span></span><br/>The Land Rover defender crawled up the beaten hill path, having not seen a new coat of tarmac, well, ever. The road was cramped on either side by heavy foliage, and the windscreen wipers were deployed regularly to move wayward branches and leaves from the windshield. Perhaps this car was the only private 4x4 on the island - the police and armed forces had their old style American 4x4s and pickup trucks which they used to carry troops and intimidate the townspeople. A pair of steel gates emerged to one side of the road, slightly set back. Kirsten lowered the window of the vehicle and typed in a four-digit code on the modern keypad. The gates eased open and Kirsten drove the Land Rover in.<br/><br/>Casa Gorrion was a shining beacon of ultra-modernism in the otherwise outmoded island. Designed by a Japanese architect and built by Mexican workers working for a Canadian construction company. It sat on a large, open green plot in one of the slightly higher areas of the island. It was mainly grey concrete slabs and long, uninterrupted glass windows. A large swimming pool ran down one side, and a sizeable garage sat in the corner of the plot. She stopped the car outside the house, where the housekeeper, a South African woman named Jeannie, took her bag and offered he a bottle of water. Kirsten didn't like hiring locals, nor Americans. She trusted neither of them. She went to the boot and unloaded three large carrier bags stocked full of goods - she'd just returned from the port part of Santa Rosa, where she picked up monthly deliveries from America of cooking essentials, food products and a few personal items: a stack of American and European fashion magazines and an assortment of designer and outdoor clothes to replace the ones which got worn out during her work.<br/><br/>She went inside and sorted out the various goods. She placed Jeannie's water bottle in the fridge and instead took out a beer. It was a hot day, and she'd been working hard all week, she deserved one. She opened it and moved out to the pool, setting herself down on a sun-lounger and admiring the view, down a shallow forested slope, covered with verdant greens, yellows and reds, and then to the crystal blue sea, dotted with the occasional boat coming back from the day's fish.<br/><br/>The glass door into the house slid open behind her. ""Ms. Hewitt"" Jeannie said in her thick Afrikaans accent ""the phone for you"".<br/>""Thank you, Jeannie.""<br/><br/>She rose from the sun lounger and took the handset from the housekeeper. She put it to her ear whilst taking another swig of beer. There was a familiar voice on the other end of the line: President Ramos.<br/><br/>""Kirsten, I have a job for you...""<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">(I assume that OP will control the actions of Ramos. In that case, just send my character off to kill some criminal/whatever. Perhaps afterwards she can meet one of the other characters. Also, I took a few liberties detail-wise, feel free to correct me on anything that might be wrong.)</span>"
14121,The Island Of Change [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324272,2014-12-27T21:37:00,Tayner,"Jhonathan Parker had been pushing trough the jungle once he heard it, a twig snapped behind him, and he immediately drew his M-1911. He turned around to see that there was nothing there. He saw the twig and tracked a trail for about an hour, or two, it was hard to tell time since his watch was busted. He finely discovered a small town, an holstered his pistol. He assumed it was the dog that was cowering in a nearby alley between two houses. He walked in to a bar, hoping to get a cold beer, or some work. He would do anything for a buck. As he walked in the bar, he asked for a beer, but he soon realized, he didn't know the local language. He just put $10 on the counter and pointed to a bottle of whiskey. He took it and left the bar without taking a sip. As he found someone who spoke English he sold the bottle for $25 dollars. He then asked for work, but was denied. He found a map of the island, and saw the capital, and a small town far away from it. There was no way he would enter a city again, not after what happened. He then worked as an armed guard for a truck bound for another small town. A few days later he bumped into a man who called himself ""Che"". He then asked for some work.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Its up to you Salzahr</span>"
14122,The Island Of Change [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324272,2014-12-30T22:46:00,Cuprum,"What a wonderful week! Concerts in Isla Arraigado, oops, sorry, Arreglado. The concert was memorable, everyone arrived in BMWs, Mercs, other imported cars and hired limousines. With so many expensive, imported cars around, why are the Valley people complaining? Of course, later I learnt it was all courtesy the German embassy in Isla Arreglado. That’s okay with me but the ambassador will have to do some explaining to Chancellor Angela Merkel, when the bill for that extravaganza reaches her desk for approval. And to think she’s advocating a belt-tightening for Greece, Portugal and other poor European nations, urging their people to eat once a day! But the Isla Arreglado show was worth all this, though some people did ask on which routes I operated, mistaking me for a local bus conductor.<br/><br/>Money is tight so I’d better finish this rendezvous i made. I can’t splurge as in the past. People feel the businessman like me spend too much and the zombies in Parliament want to investigate our finan­ces. What a comedown, in the past we could have sent them to the tower and chopped off their heads.<br/><br/>I envy those times. Patricians ate well without bothering about their weight, laid any wenches they chose, hunted whatever they wanted and got immortalised in the pages of that Machiavello bloke. Most of my duties are quite awesome. At Isla Arreglado recently, I had to oblige some friends by shedding my clothes and dancing with a mask, holding a glass of beer in one hand, that's the patrician way. Now let's get some chicks while i celebrate my brilliance."
14123,Wars of Man: Cold War: 1943(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324349,2014-12-20T17:59:00,Australian Antarctica,"<div align=""Center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://cache.boston.com/resize/bonzai-fba/Globe_Photo/2008/05/09/1210388509_9717/539w.jpg""/></div><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""color: #0000FF"">Wars of Man:</span><span style=""color: #FF0000""> Cold War: 1943</span></span></span></div><br/>WW2, one of the most destructive conflicts in history. In 1939 Hitler invaded Poland beginning WW2, then France in 1940, then Russia in June 1941. Enter the British Commandos, tasked with killing Hitler. On a warm August night 20 men infiltrated Hitlers command center. 19 were killed, but one managed to make it past. He waited for Hitler to exit his building and bam, history is changed forever. In Nazi Germany, a power struggle ensues. By September, Germany is thrown into a full blown civil war. There are too many sides to count. On every front, German soldiers are surrendering or deserting. The lines crumble and both England and the Soviet Union push the Germans back to Berlin. East Germany is formed by the USSR and West Germany by Britain. Berlin is also split in half. France is thrown into a civil war between The Vichy government and the French Government. In Italy, the people rebel against Mussolini. Japan attacks America, but is quickly defeated by the Combined forces of Britain who is allied with America, and Russia, who fears Japanese Attack. Japan is split in half, one of the few nations fully under British and Russian control. America never fully enters the war, and even in 1943, the Depression continues. England and Russia enter and uneasy peace, starting the Cold War. In an effort to stabilize the economy, America sells both Alaska and Hawaii. Part of Alaska is sold to Canada and part to the USSR. Hawaii is sold to Britain. After these sales, the economy stabilizes some.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">DATE: February 1943</span><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Nations</span></span><br/><span style=""color: #0080FF""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Accepted</span></span><br/>Britain-<a href=""//www.nationstates.net/nation=Australian Antarctica"">Australian Antarctica</a><br/>USSR-<a href=""//www.nationstates.net/nation=Elepis"">Elepis</a><br/>Italy-<a href=""//www.nationstates.net/nation=Licata"">Licata</a><br/><span style=""color: #FF8000"">United States of Columbia(America)-<a href=""//www.nationstates.net/nation=Of The Rnclave"">Of The Rnclave</a>*</span><br/>Republic of France (North France)- <a href=""//www.nationstates.net/nation=Glorious KASSRD"">Glorious KASSRD</a><br/>Patagonia-<a href=""//www.nationstates.net/nation=Arvenia"">Arvenia</a><br/><span style=""color: #FF8000"">Mexico and Central America-<a href=""//www.nationstates.net/nation=Pimps Inc"">Pimps Inc</a>*</span><br/>Canada-<a href=""//www.nationstates.net/nation=Kargintina"">Kargintina</a><br/>Turkey-<a href=""//www.nationstates.net/nation=Lingria"">Lingria</a><br/>Equatorial Guinea; Nazi Not-Germany-{nation]Fascist Republic Of Bermuda[/nation]<br/>Haiti-<a href=""//www.nationstates.net/nation=Kazarogkai"">Kazarogkai</a><br/><br/><span style=""color: #00FF00""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Reserved</span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Rebel Groups</span></span><br/>Deutsch Sozialistischen Volksrepublik-<a href=""//www.nationstates.net/nation=The Destropic Republican States"">The Destropic Republican States</a><br/>INLF-<a href=""//www.nationstates.net/nation=Soviet Chernarus"">Soviet Chernarus</a><br/>German Republican Federation-<a href=""//www.nationstates.net/nation=Marsisian"">Marsisian</a><br/>Imperial Japanese Army-<a href=""//www.nationstates.net/nation=Mangjukoia"">Mangjukoia</a></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Applications</span></span><br/>We need a number of nations for this RP, mainly an America, a USSR, and a Britain. When making an app with Alt-History, make sure not to interfere with the histories stated above. The USSR and Britain will already have territories marked on the map, which will be up soon. You do not have to fill that out if you play as either of those.<br/><br/><dl class=""codebox""><dt>Code: <a href=""#"" onclick=""selectCode(this); return false;"">Select all</a></dt><dd><code>[box]<br/>[b]Basics[/b]<br/>Name of Nation(informal): <br/>Formal Name of your Nation:<br/> Population: (the population of your nation estimate)<br/>Denonym: <br/> Flag:<br/> Country and Territories (Preferably a map):<br/>Alt-History:<br/> <br/>[b]Government[/b]<br/>Head of State:<br/> Head of Government:<br/> Government Style:<br/> Capital:<br/>Civil Rights /10:<br/>Political Freedom /10:<br/>Economical Freedom: /10:<br/><br/>[b]Military Information[/b]<br/>Military Branches:<br/> Active Size of Military(With Branches):<br/> Reserve Force:<br/> Primary Weapon (Rifle):<br/>Secondary Weapon(Handgun):<br/>Number of Tanks:<br/>Number of APC/IFV/IMVs:<br/>Number of SPGs:<br/>Number of MLRSs:<br/>Number of Fighters:<br/>Number of Bomber Aircraft:<br/>Number of Transport and Trainer Aircraft:<br/>Number of Heavy Artillery:<br/><br/> Number of Naval Vessels:<br/> RP Sample:<br/> <br/> 429 (It helps to find apps)[/box]</code></dd></dl><br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Rebel Group</span></span><br/><dl class=""codebox""><dt>Code: <a href=""#"" onclick=""selectCode(this); return false;"">Select all</a></dt><dd><code>[box]<br/> Name of your Rebel Group:<br/> Country that you are rebelling in:<br/> Base of Operations:<br/> Number of Followers/Members: <br/> Why you are rebelling:<br/> Popular support:<br/> Quality of Weapons, from 1 to 10:<br/> Suppliers: <br/> 429 (It helps to find apps)[/box]</code></dd></dl><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Map</span></span></span><br/>Map will be up soon<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">IC Threads</span></span></span><br/>IC:<a class=""postlink-local"" href=""http://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324349"">viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324349</a><br/>Meeting:<br/>Market:<br/><br/><span style=""color: #FF8000"">*Co-Ops</span>"
14124,Wars of Man: Cold War: 1943(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324349,2014-12-20T18:13:00,Australian Antarctica,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">London</span></span><br/>Winston Churchill sat behind his desk, reviewing spy reports from the USSR. Nothing new, just some troop movements and a few arrests. Next he looked at the reports of Project Sun, the project for creating a new weapon: The Atomic Bomb. The lead scientist who had been hired from the US, a man named J. Robert Oppenheimer, had made another breakthrough. Now they had bumped the finish date to Early to Mid 1944. The soviets were still behind thankfully. Spies also reported some more troop movements in Vichy France, a little unusual, but not major. His men in Taiwan reported some Soviet naval exercises. Again nothing major. Then he came across a message:<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Churchill<br/>From: Charles Jason, SAS<br/>Encryption: High<br/>I have witnessed a Soviet patrol enter our land in Northern China. They appeared mostly harmless, but this could lead to trouble. Advise you move 2,000 men and 50 Sherman tanks to deal with this threat.</blockquote><br/>Charles was Winston's best man, and his main military adviser. He immediately gave the order for the men and tanks to be transported from the bases in Japan and India. It would take 2 weeks to move the troops. He also ordered security to increase along the German borders."
14125,Wars of Man: Cold War: 1943(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324349,2014-12-20T21:08:00,Glorious KASSRD,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">Republic of France</span></span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">President De Gaulle's Office</span><br/>De Gaulle read his reports, frustrated. France's birthrate was still amongst the lowest in Europe, leading to other nations taking the reign as military power of Europe. The economy was far from best, and was recovering from the war. The colonies were asking for independence. Again. And the Vichy French continued to occupy and oppress half of the nation.<br/>Gaulle sighed, thinking back to better days when France was the most powerful nation in Europe. Oh, then the world had trembled at the might of the French army. Now, they scoffed at it. And now France must rebuild to its former glory. Of course, they could never do that without their southern half back. After all, population was where they were lacking most. But until then, they could build up the north, in economy, in numbers, in military might. One problem at a time.<br/><br/>First, Gaulle quickly agreed to sending another 40,00 soldiers to Indochina, and gave orders to Algeria to squash any rebellion with mass killing if nessassary. The colonies would do findings to determine which colonies wanted independence most, which would kill the mot to get it, and which could be pleased with non-essential things. De Gaulle would accept easing taxes and giving rights in exchange for continued rule under the French Empire, if that's what it took.<br/>Next, Gaulle looked into the economy. Realizing that reconstruction would help greatly, he sent a bill to congress asking for 10% of the budget to be devoted to recovering from the war. He sent orders to Bordeaux to increase the port size, build 10 new storage buildings, and to try to increase industry and fishing. He also sent for railroads to be upgraded, and contacted Belguim asking to build a railroad system connecting Paris, Brussels, and Ghent.<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Belguim<br/>From: President De Gaulle of France<br/> Our nations have long been allies, and I wish to improve both out economies, and our people's ability to travel between our great lands. Therefore I am asking that you agree to building a railroad system connecting Paris, Brussels, and Ghent. The railroad is to have 5 tracks. 2 will be for civilian purposes, 3 for supplies. We hope to improve both our great nations.</blockquote><br/>Next, the population. Once the most populous nation in Europe, now at least 4 European nations outnumbered them. This could not continue. In order to increase the population, De Gaulle sent a bill to Congress that called for giving money and funds to anyone who had child and families. He also called for an improvement of the Education system, and increased taxing on anyone without children or a spouse.<br/>Now, the military. De Gaulle ordered for new equipment factories to be made, major updates in tactics to include this so called ""Blitzkrieg"", and an increase in the military budget to 8%. But France also needed allies, and help. So De Gaulle, after approval from Congress, contacted on of the most powerful nations on Earth, an undisputed great power: Great Briain.<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland<br/>From: President De Gaulle of France<br/> We ask for military help. Firstly, we would like to buy no less than 50 of your top fighter planes, and 30 of your best bombers. We also would like 40 of your best tanks, 100 brand new machine guns, and 4 of your freighters. We will pay full price for all, and negotiating is acceptable. <br/> Secondly, and even more importantly, we offer a military alliance between our nations. We have the same friends: America, the Low Countries. We have the same enemies: The communists. We have the same goal: reinstatement of democracy and capitalism across Europe. While we have other goals (for example, we doubt you wish for us to reconsider Vichy France) we can ally for the greater good, and so I ask for a military alliance. If one of our nations is attacked, and said nation calls for help, then the other is obligated to help them.<br/>Negotiating is acceptable.</blockquote><br/>Finally, Vichy France. Aside from war, there wasn't much France could do. So, knowing full well they would decline, De Gaulle sent only a simple message offering reunification. He knew they wouldn't accept, but it was worth a try. For now, France could only build. In the future though....in the future, France would annihilate them."
14126,Wars of Man: Cold War: 1943(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324349,2014-12-20T23:29:00,Marsisian,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">DRF Complex<br/>Somewhere in a forest</span><br/><br/>The DRF High Command was planning an organized attack in most regions of the former Rhine Province. The biggest attack to be carried out was the assault on Cologne. With this campaign the DRF hoped to force the West Germans into a peace and take their independence by force. Well-equipped, with the DRF rebel forces having mostly surplus German Army equipment at this point and also with former military troops in their ranks, it was widely believed that they would take the province with ease.<br/><br/>The attack would be carried out a day after the final preparations since the beginning of planning a month earlier."
14127,Wars of Man: Cold War: 1943(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324349,2014-12-21T04:04:00,Elepis,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Moscow</span><br/><br/>Leon Trotsky looked over the many letters over his desk. The USSR was the largest, richest, mightiest country on the planet (in many people's opinions) but the British Empire still stood in the way of total workers liberation. The imperialist British were the archetypal western, bourgeoisie class enemy. From China, to Ireland to Japan, they ruled with an iron fist. Oppressing the indigenous people and workers alike. Trotsky, the leader of the revolution and front man of global communism could not and would not stand for this. He sent a letter to the KGB, the intelligence service of the USSR.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">TOP SECRET<br/>To Comrade Ivan Serov<br/><br/>The imperialist, capitalist British Empire oppress the workers across the globe. This must stop and I ordered you to do everything possible to end British influence in Asia, Africa and Europe. Of particular interest to the Politburo are:<br/><br/>Grade 1:<br/>Greece: Provisional Democratic Government are our Marxist comrades and it is our duty as Marxists to make sure they win there civil war. The Hellenic Army have been receiving funding from Britain, it is of top priority the PDG receives the equivalent, if not stronger support from us. Greece is the cradle of civilization. UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES MUST THE CAPITALISTS WIN THERE.<br/><br/>Grade 2:<br/>Italy: Both Britain and ourselves support the republicans in Italy, it is of importance that, once the Kingdom is crushed, the communist faction of the republican side takes control of Italy <br/>China: We believe the anger of China can easily be formed in to a workers revolt. We are already in contact with one Mao Zedong, I want the KGB to further reactions with him <br/><br/>Grade 3<br/>Ireland: The people of Ireland cray out of liberation, with Soviet backing they will soon get it<br/><br/>Leon Trotsky</blockquote><br/><br/>Trotsky went on to read reports from his spy in Whitehall, he read the message on nuclear weapons and laughed. The British thought the USSR was far behind in the nuclear program the truth, they were only 4 months behind. The Red Army had capture a large Nazi enriched Uranium and Plutonium site in western Poland. Of cause this had not been reviled to the west. Whats more, the USSR had been working on, in top secrecy, top secret captured Nazi deigns for a new weapon that could launch payload across countries with out the need for a bomber. The designs for this weapon, called by the Nazi's the V-1 was now in the hands of the Red Air Force and they were making progress on the design, and quickly. The RAF had told Trotsky it would be ready for test flights in March, 1944."
14128,Wars of Man: Cold War: 1943(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324349,2014-12-21T10:38:00,Elepis,"After WW2 the USSR gained massive amounts of territory in China and Eastern Europe. Since the end of the war, these areas have been under direct rule from Moscow. However, this has caused minor patriotic discontent and has stretched Soviet resources. Now the Politburo have granted the independence of many of these provinces. The following document reached headlines in every country. All nations in the document will still maintain a Red Army garrisons and their respective armies will be advised by Soviet Generals.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/d/d6/Coat_of_arms_of_the_Soviet_Union.svg/200px-Coat_of_arms_of_the_Soviet_Union.svg.png""/></div><br/>Document 43/6/I<br/><br/>The following nations will be independent from the rule of Moscow by 1944. All these nations will sign the Warsaw Pact, an exclusive trade and military agreement (will be published in 1 month).<br/><br/>Socialist Republic (SR) of China <br/>SR Scandinavia<br/>SR Romania<br/>SR Bulgaria<br/><br/>Peoples Republic (PR) of Czechoslovak<br/>PR Hungary<br/>PR Mongolia<br/>PR Japan</blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bulgaria</span><br/><br/>Following the orders of Trotsky, 200 000 men have begun moving in top secrecy towards the Greek border. They are moving on different railways all with different over stories. For example, one coal train, supposedly sending Coal to Sofia is actually carrying a number of T-34/85 tanks. All this is part of Operation<span style=""font-style: italic"">Plato</span>.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Plato</span>is an operation to make sure the DAG win the Greek Civil War. The first stages of<span style=""font-style: italic"">Plato</span>is to arm the DAG with Soviet weapons, eg DP guns, DShK's and PPSH-41's. The second stage will be full blown military intervention. Once Greece has been liberated it will NOT be a de facto satellite like E. Germany is but a free communist nation."
14129,Wars of Man: Cold War: 1943(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324349,2014-12-21T10:50:00,Australian Antarctica,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">London</span></span><br/>Winston Churchill and Charles sat on opposite ends of one of the many tables in one of the many meeting rooms across England ""Alright Charles, what should we do about the Greeks?"" Charles, the SAS operative and Winston's best man, thought for a moment ""Send me and my 4 man team to train and arm the Hellenic Army, something tells me the soviets may do something big, but I could be wrong"" Churchill pulled out a pen and paper and wrote the orders ""Jeez, you just got back and now you are going to Greece"" he said ""Yeah, fun huh?"" and with that Charles left to assemble his team, they would leave in two days."
14130,Wars of Man: Cold War: 1943(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324349,2014-12-21T11:47:00,Marsisian,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">DRF Complex</span><br/><br/>The final preparations for the offensive were complete. 670,000 soldiers and revolutionaries across the Rhineland would rise up and attack important cities and military installations. The High Command were making sure every rebel was in their place. ""13th Division, are you at your place in Cologne?"" ""Yes, sir, we are."" ""26th Division, are you in position at Mainz?"" ""Yes, we are."" ""3rd Division, are you at Wilhelmshaven and Kiel in order to secure naval ships for us?"" ""Indeed we are.""<br/><br/>""Good. Now we can start this attack. All divisions, assault your designated targets!"" Across the Rhineland, rebels were coming out of hiding and openly attacking German soldiers. All of them hoped they'd win."
14131,Wars of Man: Cold War: 1943(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324349,2014-12-21T12:04:00,Elepis,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">TOP SECRET<br/>To Comrade Leon Trotsky<br/>From: Nikos Zachariadis, General Secretary, DSE (DAG)<br/> <br/>Comrade, the DSE liberated Greece from Nazi rule, the people support the DSE. However the capitalist Hellenic Army have revolted and have control of Athens and the Peloponnese. The HA have foreign support. I ask that our comrades in the USSR extend the same support. <br/> <br/>Workers of the world UNITE</blockquote><br/><br/>Today, Trotsky granted Nikos’s request. With the permission of the DSE, 200,000 Red Army troops began moving in to DSE held Northern Greece. These troops supported by 3,000 T-34/85 tanks and 1,500 aircraft. The Black Sea Fleet has also docked in the DSE’s capital at Thessaloniki. This force will attempt to readdress the balance of power in Greece. The DSE has popular support but the HA are, as the name suggests, the Army of Greece and have better equipment. This led the DSE losing Athens and thus Soviet intervention.<br/><br/>The Red Army, commanded by Marshal Chuikov will work in tandem with the DSE to regain control of Greece. The Red Army intervention will not only help the DSE militarily, the people will also flock to their banner now. The DSE has enjoyed popular support since the revolution but the apparent superiority of the HA lead many to stay at home. Now, with Red Army support, the DSE will push forward and the people will flock to join the DSE and liberate Greece.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To All countries <br/><br/>Greece is under USSR protection. If we discover any foreign troops in Greece, it will be treated as a direct act of war. You have been warned<br/><br/>Leon Trotsky</blockquote><br/><br/>DSE guerrillas<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/5/51/%CE%91%CE%BD%CF%84%CE%AC%CF%81%CF%84%CE%B5%CF%82_%CF%84%CE%BF%CF%85_%CE%95%CE%91%CE%9C-%CE%95%CE%9B%CE%91%CE%A3.jpg/1280px-%CE%91%CE%BD%CF%84%CE%AC%CF%81%CF%84%CE%B5%CF%82_%CF%84%CE%BF%CF%85_%CE%95%CE%91%CE%9C-%CE%95%CE%9B%CE%91%CE%A3.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/5/51/%CE%91%CE%BD%CF%84%CE%AC%CF%81%CF%84%CE%B5%CF%82_%CF%84%CE%BF%CF%85_%CE%95%CE%91%CE%9C-%CE%95%CE%9B%CE%91%CE%A3.jpg/1280px-%CE%91%CE%BD%CF%84%CE%AC%CF%81%CF%84%CE%B5%CF%82_%CF%84%CE%BF%CF%85_%CE%95%CE%91%CE%9C-%CE%95%CE%9B%CE%91%CE%A3.jpg</a><br/><br/>Red Army troops in Thessaloniki<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://www.urrib2000.narod.ru/TanT34des.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">http://www.urrib2000.narod.ru/TanT34des.jpg</a>"
14132,Wars of Man: Cold War: 1943(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324349,2014-12-21T13:06:00,Mangjukoia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Japan</span><br/>The first phase of liberation of their country was to soon come into play. The Japanese army in Soviet-Occupied in Japan would try to strike swiftly with what forces they had in the region. The same goes for the Japanese army in English-Occupied Japan. Both attacks were to carry out simultaneously. 20,000 soldiers were to take the islands of Shikoku and Kyushu in the South and 30,000 were to take the island of Hokkaido in the North. The soldiers were in position, waiting for the order to strike the occupation armies in the major cities. In Hokkaido, it was Sapporo, Hakodate, and Asahikawa. In Kyushu, it was the cites of Fukuoka, Kitakyushu, Sasebo, and Nagasaki. In Shikoku, it was the cities of Matsuyama, Takamatsu, and Tokushima.<br/><br/>""For the liberation of our glorious nation! Attack the enemy with full strength! Dai-Nippon Banzai!"" The Japanese forces attacked the occupation forces all over Shikoku, Kyushu, and Hokkaido. Attacking with all their might, hoping to at the least to push out the occupation forces from major cities."
14133,Wars of Man: Cold War: 1943(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324349,2014-12-21T13:19:00,Elepis,"<blockquote><div><cite>Mangjukoia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324349&amp;p=22869470#p22869470"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Japan</span><br/>The first phase of liberation of their country was to soon come into play. The Japanese army in Soviet-Occupied in Japan would try to strike swiftly with what forces they had in the region. The same goes for the Japanese army in English-Occupied Japan. Both attacks were to carry out simultaneously. 20,000 soldiers were to take the islands of Shikoku and Kyushu in the South and 30,000 were to take the island of Hokkaido in the North. The soldiers were in position, waiting for the order to strike the occupation armies in the major cities. In Hokkaido, it was Sapporo, Hakodate, and Asahikawa. In Kyushu, it was the cites of Fukuoka, Kitakyushu, Sasebo, and Nagasaki. In Shikoku, it was the cities of Matsuyama, Takamatsu, and Tokushima. <br/><br/>""For the liberation of our glorious nation! Attack the enemy with full strength! Dai-Nippon Banzai!"" The Japanese forces attacked the occupation forces all over Shikoku, Kyushu, and Hokkaido. Attacking with all their might, hoping to at the least to push out the occupation forces from major cities.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Japan</span><br/><br/>the 30,000 strong Soviet-Chinese garrison in Northern Japan was taken off guard in Japan. Seeing as the Politburo had just granted Japan freedom as PR Japan, they expected resistance to be low. However it appeared a small group of radicals seemed determined to fight on. The rebel groups took control of the small and medium sized towns quickly but in the larger towns and cities they were net with fierce resistance by Soviet-Chinese troops. The garrison was made up of 20,000 Chinese and Koreans for a reason. In ww2 the Japanese had treated the Chinese and Korean's horribly and they wanted revenge.<br/><br/>Despite the fact the rebels took the towns easily, it quickly got harder. As soon as the first attacks were made, the garrison was put on alert and tanks rolled in to the streets of large towns and cities. The local Communist Party member (around 5,000) were given rifles and patrolled the streets. The RAF was put on red alert and began flying patrols in the air, with orders to shoot any military vehicle not carrying the flag of PR Japan, SR China or the USSR."
14134,Wars of Man: Cold War: 1943(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324349,2014-12-21T13:21:00,Licata,"<span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><div align=""center"">A Deo rex, a rege lex!</div></span><br/><br/>King Emanuel and fifty of his most loyal advisers and military leaders meet to discuss the fall of Mussolini.<br/><br/>Emanuel- ""Good, we are all here. A deo rex, a rege lex!""<br/><br/>The crowd- ""A deo rex, a rege lex!""<br/><br/>Emanuel- ""Now, onto business. Mussolini must die. Aye?""<br/><br/>Crowd- ""Aye!""<br/><br/>Giovanni Messe, military leader, steps forward -""We must have just cause. We must have a casus belli to our claims. Let us soil his name as we free our nation.""<br/><br/>The Crowds- ""Aye!""<br/><br/>Emanuel- ""Let us begin the operations. Forge documents of betrayal and corruption. Let us show the people the intrigue that Mussolini has taken upon himself. Alea iacta est!""<br/><br/>The crowds- ""Res ad Triarios venit! Salve Caesar, murituri te saluten!!""<br/><br/>The meeting ended as quickly as it began.<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">A Deo rex, a rege lex! = From god to king, from King to law. (Absolute monarchy motto)<br/><br/>Casus belli= cause for war<br/><br/>Alea iacta est! = the die has been cast<br/><br/>Res ad Triarios venit = The thing has come to the Triarii(It's come to the last lines(of defense or attack))<br/><br/>Salve Caesar, murituri te saluten = Hail Caesar, those about to die salute you!</blockquote><br/><br/>---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><div align=""center"">Palermo</div></span><br/><br/>Mussolini's orders went through. 45,000 men were to deploy to Palermo to besiege the city. The force were to rally in Rome before they marched. They were to have five hundred tanks, one thousand IFV's, fifteen ships, and half of the air force at their disposal. It was to take around a month to rally, then another to deploy.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Italian Paratroopers ready to deploy:</span><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.ww2incolor.com/d/619424-3/folg2gx6""/><br/><br/>---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><div align=""center"">East African colonies</div></span><br/><br/>The forces stationed were on anti-partisan duty. They've been hunting down rebels and traitors. So far the largest battle ended with over ten thousand dead and the destruction of four villages. Warnings were sent out to every tribe under the Italian yoke; ""Resistance is futile.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Italian troops in combat:</span><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://amedeoguillet.files.wordpress.com/2012/01/spahycharge3.gif""/><br/><br/>---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------<br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><div align=""center"">Albania</div></span><br/><br/>With the USSR's advances into Greece the three hundred thousand man garrison redeployed their troops to the borders and have begun taking in refugees. Trains of supplies have been sent to both Albania and Greece to keep up with demand.<br/><br/>The Italian government announces that they will remain neutral, but will protect the Greek people who wish to flee Russo aggression.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Italian soldiers redeploying:</span><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.doncarina.com/images/italian_army_national_arch.jpg""/><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Propaganda""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.germanpostalhistory.com/php/ImageServer.php?image=59661.jpg""/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://s181.photobucket.com/user/Alanp_photo/media/WWII/Italyanticommunismfront.jpg.html"" rel=""nofollow"">http://s181.photobucket.com/user/Alanp_photo/media/WWII/Italyanticommunismfront.jpg.html</a></div></div></div>"
14135,Wars of Man: Cold War: 1943(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324349,2014-12-21T13:31:00,Elepis,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Northern Greece </span><br/><br/>As Soviet/DSE troops march through communist northern Greece. Greek civilians line the road and cheer, waving the DSE and Soviet flags. Seeing the military might of the USSR by their side, many who were scared to fight joined the DSE as they marched passed. In Thessaloniki, the capital of DSE held Greece, a military parade was held by the Marines who docked in the city. As they marched, young women from the crowd jumped out and kissed the Soviet Marines. Many started whirlwind romances which ended in engagement and weddings. Some children tried to join up but where turned away. At one point, when a Soviet/DSE rifle unit was going past, an 8 year old with a large stick tried to join the men. The Soveit commander laughed and showed him his guns and uniform, then sent him home."
14136,Wars of Man: Cold War: 1943(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324349,2014-12-21T13:40:00,Soviet Chernarus,"<span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">INLF Headquarters<br/>Palermo, Sicily</span></span><br/><br/>""Mussolini is growing more unpopular than ever. Desertion rates are skyrocketing, and the INLF is quickly gaining men. The Italian Republic, a democracy ruled by the people, is soon becoming a reality, men."" Messi announced. Nearly a thousand men, all in dark crimson uniforms, cheered. All of them raised their weapons towards the sky. Draped over the balcony of the headquarters were two flags - Italy's and Britain's. It symbolized the relations between the INLF and Britain, who was their main supplier of rifles. Near the back of the huge crowd were several captured army tanks.<br/><br/>Messi retreated back into the usually quiet room of his headquarters. Several men in uniforms greeted him and congratulated him on his speech. ""Thank you"" Messi found himself saying over and over again. He went down several hallways, before finally finding his work room. He entered, and sat down.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Message to Great Britain""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Britain<br/>From: Italy<br/><br/>The days of Mussolini are numbered. We are preparing for a massive offensive to cut through Naples and eventually into Rome, which will become the capital of a new Republic. As the great country the British Empire, one of our main suppliers of weapons and other equipment, we request that 10,000 to 20,000 British troops land in Sicily to assist us in this offensive. While we understand if you can't fulfill this request we would greatly appreciate foreign assistance in this war to bring Italy under the flag of a democracy.</blockquote></div></div></div>"
14137,Wars of Man: Cold War: 1943(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324349,2014-12-21T13:42:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Soviet Chernarus <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324349&amp;p=22869793#p22869793"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">INLF Headquarters<br/>Palermo, Sicily</span></span><br/><br/>""Mussolini is growing more unpopular than ever. Desertion rates are skyrocketing, and the INLF is quickly gaining men. The Italian Republic, a democracy ruled by the people, is soon becoming a reality, men."" Messi announced. Nearly a thousand men, all in dark crimson uniforms, cheered. All of them raised their weapons towards the sky. Draped over the balcony of the headquarters were two flags - Italy's and Britain's. It symbolized the relations between the INLF and Britain, who was their main supplier of rifles. Near the back of the huge crowd were several captured army tanks. <br/><br/>Messi retreated back into the usually quiet room of his headquarters. Several men in uniforms greeted him and congratulated him on his speech. ""Thank you"" Messi found himself saying over and over again. He went down several hallways, before finally finding his work room. He entered, and sat down. <br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Message to Great Britain""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Britain<br/>From: Italy<br/><br/>The days of Mussolini are numbered. We are preparing for a massive offensive to cut through Naples and eventually into Rome, which will become the capital of a new Republic. As the great country the British Empire, one of our main suppliers of weapons and other equipment, we request that 10,000 to 20,000 British troops land in Sicily to assist us in this offensive. While we understand if you can't fulfill this request we would greatly appreciate foreign assistance in this war to bring Italy under the flag of a democracy.</blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://www.doncarina.com/images/italian_army_national_arch.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/><span style=""font-size: 50%; line-height: 116%;"">INLF troops marching in Palermo</span></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: INLF<br/>From: Great Britain<br/>We cannot send troops, but we can send a number of weapons and vehicles for free. What do you need?</blockquote>"
14138,Wars of Man: Cold War: 1943(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324349,2014-12-21T13:57:00,Elepis,"<blockquote><div><cite>Soviet Chernarus <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324349&amp;p=22869793#p22869793"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">INLF Headquarters<br/>Palermo, Sicily</span></span><br/><br/>""Mussolini is growing more unpopular than ever. Desertion rates are skyrocketing, and the INLF is quickly gaining men. The Italian Republic, a democracy ruled by the people, is soon becoming a reality, men."" Messi announced. Nearly a thousand men, all in dark crimson uniforms, cheered. All of them raised their weapons towards the sky. Draped over the balcony of the headquarters were two flags - Italy's and Britain's. It symbolized the relations between the INLF and Britain, who was their main supplier of rifles. Near the back of the huge crowd were several captured army tanks. <br/><br/>Messi retreated back into the usually quiet room of his headquarters. Several men in uniforms greeted him and congratulated him on his speech. ""Thank you"" Messi found himself saying over and over again. He went down several hallways, before finally finding his work room. He entered, and sat down. <br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Message to Great Britain""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Britain<br/>From: Italy<br/><br/>The days of Mussolini are numbered. We are preparing for a massive offensive to cut through Naples and eventually into Rome, which will become the capital of a new Republic. As the great country the British Empire, one of our main suppliers of weapons and other equipment, we request that 10,000 to 20,000 British troops land in Sicily to assist us in this offensive. While we understand if you can't fulfill this request we would greatly appreciate foreign assistance in this war to bring Italy under the flag of a democracy.</blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://www.doncarina.com/images/italian_army_national_arch.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/><span style=""font-size: 50%; line-height: 116%;"">INLF troops marching in Palermo</span></div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">TOP SECRET<br/>To INLF<br/><br/>Greetings<br/>We support you in your war against the fascist dogs, to this end we would like to send tanks (eg T-34), artillery (eg Katushas) and guns (eg PPSH-41's) to arm your men. I can also send trainers but no troops at the moment.<br/><br/> I hope we can be friends<br/><br/>Leon Trotsky</blockquote>"
14139,Wars of Man: Cold War: 1943(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324349,2014-12-21T14:01:00,Marsisian,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Germany</span><br/><br/>Across the Rhineland, DRF rebels were seizing control of towns, small cities, villages, and rural areas, but the real challenge was taking control of the large metropolitan centers. Fierce battles were being fought over Mainz, Cologne, and Hanover. The rebels and German border guard forces seemed to be at a stalemate and neither side looked like it would be winning. Civilian deaths were large due to continued bombing of West German controlled areas. But overall, things were looking up for the DRF."
14140,Wars of Man: Cold War: 1943(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324349,2014-12-21T14:04:00,Mangjukoia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Elepis <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324349&amp;p=22869582#p22869582"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Japan</span><br/><br/>The 30,000 strong Soviet-Chinese garrison in Northern Japan was taken off guard in Japan. Seeing as the Politburo had just granted Japan freedom as PR Japan, they expected resistance to be low. However it appeared a small group of radicals seemed determined to fight on. The rebel groups took control of the small and medium sized towns quickly but in the larger towns and cities they were net with fierce resistance by Soviet-Chinese troops. The garrison was made up of 20,000 Chinese and Koreans for a reason. In ww2 the Japanese had treated the Chinese and Korean's horribly and they wanted revenge. <br/><br/>Despite the fact the rebels took the towns easily, it quickly got harder. As soon as the first attacks were made, the garrison was put on alert and tanks rolled in to the streets of large towns and cities. The local Communist Party member (around 5,000) were given rifles and patrolled the streets. The RAF was put on red alert and began flying patrols in the air, with orders to shoot any military vehicle not carrying the flag of PR Japan, SR China or the USSR.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Hokkaido, Japan</span><br/>Japanese forces of 30,000 in Hokkaido were determined to keep fighting and pushing the occupation out of their country. The fight for Hokkaido was going to be a bloody one, but the Japanese resistance will not go down easily. The Japanese forces were not going to accept surrender and will fight to the death for their country. If they could not take Hokkaido, they would be sure to place a severe blow on the the forces occupying it."
14141,Wars of Man: Cold War: 1943(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324349,2014-12-21T14:09:00,Soviet Chernarus,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324349&amp;p=22869811#p22869811"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Soviet Chernarus <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324349&amp;p=22869793#p22869793"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">INLF Headquarters<br/>Palermo, Sicily</span></span><br/><br/>""Mussolini is growing more unpopular than ever. Desertion rates are skyrocketing, and the INLF is quickly gaining men. The Italian Republic, a democracy ruled by the people, is soon becoming a reality, men."" Messi announced. Nearly a thousand men, all in dark crimson uniforms, cheered. All of them raised their weapons towards the sky. Draped over the balcony of the headquarters were two flags - Italy's and Britain's. It symbolized the relations between the INLF and Britain, who was their main supplier of rifles. Near the back of the huge crowd were several captured army tanks. <br/><br/>Messi retreated back into the usually quiet room of his headquarters. Several men in uniforms greeted him and congratulated him on his speech. ""Thank you"" Messi found himself saying over and over again. He went down several hallways, before finally finding his work room. He entered, and sat down. <br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Message to Great Britain""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Britain<br/>From: Italy<br/><br/>The days of Mussolini are numbered. We are preparing for a massive offensive to cut through Naples and eventually into Rome, which will become the capital of a new Republic. As the great country the British Empire, one of our main suppliers of weapons and other equipment, we request that 10,000 to 20,000 British troops land in Sicily to assist us in this offensive. While we understand if you can't fulfill this request we would greatly appreciate foreign assistance in this war to bring Italy under the flag of a democracy.</blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://www.doncarina.com/images/italian_army_national_arch.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/><span style=""font-size: 50%; line-height: 116%;"">INLF troops marching in Palermo</span></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: INLF<br/>From: Great Britain<br/>We cannot send troops, but we can send a number of weapons and vehicles for free. What do you need?</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">INLF Headquarters<br/>Palermo, Sicily</span></span><br/><br/>Messi sighed, and sent another message back to the Brits and the Soviets; while he didn't particularly like communism, he knew they would need all the help they could get:<br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Message to Britain""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Great Britain<br/>From: INLF<br/><br/>We fully understand that you cannot send any troops to Sicily, but if you could we would like 50 Crusader tanks; they may prove very useful in the offensive we are planning. While I apologize for making so many requests, the INLF is also in dire need of aircraft - we will need 50 Hurricanes and 50 Spitfires. I also completely understand if you are unable to meet my requests. Thank you for your time.</blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Message to USSR""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: USSR<br/>From: INLF<br/><br/>We thank you for your sympathizing with your cause, and of course, we will accept any help that comes for your way. This deed will not be forgotten, for your fellow communist brothers now serving in the ranks of the INLF will be treated well and be able to enter positions of power in the new democratic government I envision will give freedom and liberty to all of its people. Thank you for your message, and your offer of aid and assistance to the rebels who are fighting against a ruthless dictator who will stop at no costs to crush us, along with many other innocent people.</blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/>---<br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cosenza<br/>Southern Italy</span></span><br/><br/>Nearly 2,000 INLF soldiers marched through; despite having deserted the Italian army, they still kept their organization, structure, uniforms, and weapons the same. The townspeople watched eagerly at the INLF force, who promised freedom and liberty for all Italian people. Everywhere INLF officers traveled to towns and cities, hoping to bring in people for their cause. They claimed that Mussolini was the cause of all the suffering of the Italians; despite their talkings of justice and liberty, many suspected fascists were attacked ruthlessly, and often lynched by mobs or killed by INLF soldiers themselves. ""All the fascists are sympathizers of the dictator Mussolini"" they claimed.<br/><br/>The INLF force were only marching through the small city of Cosenza to prepare for the massive offensive that would be the final blow to Mussolini's forces. In front of the marching soldiers were several officers on horseback. They surveyed the crowd who had come to watch them. Children would try to reach and touch the soldiers shiny boots, only to be held back by their parents. The troops continued to march, until they were out of the city.<br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.ww2incolor.com/d/50136-3/Italian""/><br/><span style=""font-size: 50%; line-height: 116%;"">INLF troops marching in Cosenza</span>"
14142,Wars of Man: Cold War: 1943(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324349,2014-12-21T14:20:00,Licata,"<span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><div align=""center"">The Ultimatum</div></span></span><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Mussolini sends an ultimatum to the INLF. <br/><br/>""We've news of your little attacks and the people you've murdered. I hereby give you one chance to live. Withdrawal to your Palermo or see the full wrath of the army fall upon you.""</blockquote><br/><br/>Fifteen thousand soldiers were deployed to engage the rebels in Cosenza. The forces to be prepared in Rome were ordered to deploy to Sicily rapidly, by forced march if necessary.<br/><br/>The navy redeployed the 132nd Armoured Division Ariete. They will arrive in Syracuse with two hundred and thirty tanks, accompanied by five hundred IFV's. Thirty of the tanks are the new P 40 medium tank. Three thousand Bersaglieri were also deployed with motorcycles.<br/><br/>[url]http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/c/c6/P26-40_tank.jpg<br/>[/url]<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://www.qattara.it/bersaglieri_files/bersaglieri1.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">http://www.qattara.it/bersaglieri_files/bersaglieri1.jpg</a>"
14143,Wars of Man: Cold War: 1943(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324349,2014-12-21T14:36:00,Soviet Chernarus,"<blockquote><div><cite>Licata <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324349&amp;p=22870222#p22870222"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><div align=""center"">The Ultimatum</div></span></span><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Mussolini sends an ultimatum to the INLF. <br/><br/>""We've news of your little attacks and the people you've murdered. I hereby give you one chance to live. Withdrawal to your Palermo or see the full wrath of the army fall upon you.""</blockquote><br/><br/>Fifteen thousand soldiers were deployed to engage the rebels in Cosenza. The forces to be prepared in Rome were ordered to deploy to Sicily rapidly, by forced march if necessary.<br/><br/>The navy redeployed the 132nd Armoured Division Ariete. They will arrive in Syracuse with two hundred and thirty tanks, accompanied by five hundred IFV's. Thirty of the tanks are the new P 40 medium tank. Three thousand Bersaglieri were also deployed with motorcycles.<br/><br/>[url]http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/c/c6/P26-40_tank.jpg<br/>[/url]<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://www.qattara.it/bersaglieri_files/bersaglieri1.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">http://www.qattara.it/bersaglieri_files/bersaglieri1.jpg</a></div></blockquote><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Message to Italy""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Italy<br/>From: INLF<br/><br/>We will never bow down to you and your fascist cronies. You have for far too long ruled Italy with an iron fist, and have had many people killed by the notorious Blackshirts. If we are to feel the full wrath of your army, then so be it. We will fight to the last man and never surrender.</blockquote></div></div></div><br/>---<br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cosenza<br/>Southern Italy</span></span><br/><br/>Fighting near the outskirts of Cosenza had erupted, with a smaller INLF force desperately trying to hold them back. However, they were not going to give up so easily, and fought fiercely, inflicting heavy causalties on the enemy force as they were pushed back into the town, which provided aquedate cover for the defending force. Soldiers used buildings and rubble as cover. Machine gunners and snipers took positions on the roofs of buildings and sprayed shrapnel towards the direction of the enemy soldiers. In the midst of the confusion and chaos of the battle it was becoming increasingly difficult to differentiate between INLF and Italian..."
14144,Wars of Man: Cold War: 1943(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324349,2014-12-21T14:41:00,The Destropic Republican States,"Wilhelm Pieck sat in his office, anxiously awaiting the news of the strike within Stuttgart. German workers had risen up within the city as a form of protest against the Occupation. For six months, the DSV had successfully supported the cause of Socialism in Bavaria, despite the existence of Soviet and British occupiers, and now, the DSV had the power to fight outside of Bavaria. Unlike the Socialism of the USSR and her client states, the DSV operated on the popular support of its citizens, rather than fear and oppression. However, the popular support of the people did not mean that the DSV could fight effectively against the British or Soviet occupiers. Frowning with regret, Pieck began to draft a telegram to the British occupation forces.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Dear Honorable Prime Minister Churchill<br/>For the past six months, our two nations have fought each other, resulting in countless needless deaths. Despite our nation being located within the territory assigned to your nation for occupation, we would like to request a cease-fire between our two nations, so that our two nations may negotiate a long-term peace.<br/>Sincerely,<br/>Wilhel Pieck</div></div></div>"
14145,Wars of Man: Cold War: 1943(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324349,2014-12-21T14:44:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Soviet Chernarus <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324349&amp;p=22870390#p22870390"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Licata <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324349&amp;p=22870222#p22870222"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><div align=""center"">The Ultimatum</div></span></span><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Mussolini sends an ultimatum to the INLF. <br/><br/>""We've news of your little attacks and the people you've murdered. I hereby give you one chance to live. Withdrawal to your Palermo or see the full wrath of the army fall upon you.""</blockquote><br/><br/>Fifteen thousand soldiers were deployed to engage the rebels in Cosenza. The forces to be prepared in Rome were ordered to deploy to Sicily rapidly, by forced march if necessary.<br/><br/>The navy redeployed the 132nd Armoured Division Ariete. They will arrive in Syracuse with two hundred and thirty tanks, accompanied by five hundred IFV's. Thirty of the tanks are the new P 40 medium tank. Three thousand Bersaglieri were also deployed with motorcycles.<br/><br/>[url]http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/c/c6/P26-40_tank.jpg<br/>[/url]<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://www.qattara.it/bersaglieri_files/bersaglieri1.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">http://www.qattara.it/bersaglieri_files/bersaglieri1.jpg</a></div></blockquote><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Message to Italy""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Italy<br/>From: INLF<br/><br/>We will never bow down to you and your fascist cronies. You have for far too long ruled Italy with an iron fist, and have had many people killed by the notorious Blackshirts. If we are to feel the full wrath of your army, then so be it. We will fight to the last man and never surrender.</blockquote></div></div></div><br/>---<br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cosenza<br/>Southern Italy</span></span><br/><br/>Fighting near the outskirts of Cosenza had erupted, with a smaller INLF force desperately trying to hold them back. However, they were not going to give up so easily, and fought fiercely, inflicting heavy causalties on the enemy force as they were pushed back into the town, which provided aquedate cover for the defending force. Soldiers used buildings and rubble as cover. Machine gunners and snipers took positions on the roofs of buildings and sprayed shrapnel towards the direction of the enemy soldiers. In the midst of the confusion and chaos of the battle it was becoming increasingly difficult to differentiate between INLF and Italian...</div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: INLF<br/>From: Great Britain<br/>You will get your Tanks and Planes. With 10,000 British Infantry to boot. This endeavor will be costly to us, and will probably cause me to lose support from the people.</blockquote><br/>Churchill had had a change of heart. He knew that if the INLF fell, then Vichy France would have another ally. Winston filled out the orders for 10,000 men and 1,000 Tanks to be sent. It would take 2 weeks to arrive, hopefully his Italian allies to hold out for that long..."
14146,Wars of Man: Cold War: 1943(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324349,2014-12-21T15:39:00,Kargintina,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://l.rgbimg.com/cache1sV2v8/users/s/so/somadjinn/600/nEs0lrw.jpg""/><br/><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">Republic of Canadia</span><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Republique de Canadia</span><br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Quebec, Republic of Canadia</span><br/>Prime Minister William Lyon Mackenzie King sat in his office. Sweat poured down his face. Outside, rain landed on his window. He was worried, thinking about the recent purchase of Alaska. Ethnical Columbians and newly arriving Francophone Canadians might not get along. He decided that he would send 700 troops to the Alaskan region to try to keep peace between the two ethnical groups, and hopefully not tick off the Soviets. The different counties would be divided into military districts, three to a district, and since Canadia had twelve of the Alaskan counties, four districts. These districts would remain until Alaska had enough people to become a province.<br/>The Prime Minister also wrote a letter to the United States of Columbia.<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-56WkGkqDDLk/Tg88OM-lJhI/AAAAAAAADr8/fik8YOAr6dM/s320/canada%2B.jpg""/><br/>To: President Franklin Deleanor Roosevelt, United States of Columbia<br/>From: Prime Minister William Lyon Mackenzie King, Republic of Canadia<br/>We are weary of the Soviets who border us to the East, and have been shown in our country that the ethnical Columbians in Alaska are quite stubborn, so I have come up with a plan to arm Columbians in Soviet Alaska to try to overthrow the Soviets in Alaska and send them back to the motherland. We simply need some compact weapons such as M1 Carbines and M3 Grease guns.</blockquote></div>"
14147,Wars of Man: Cold War: 1943(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324349,2014-12-21T15:56:00,Elepis,deleted
14148,Wars of Man: Cold War: 1943(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324349&start=25,2014-12-21T15:57:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Marsisian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324349&amp;p=22868573#p22868573"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">DRF Complex</span><br/><br/>The final preparations for the offensive were complete. 670,000 soldiers and revolutionaries across the Rhineland would rise up and attack important cities and military installations. The High Command were making sure every rebel was in their place. ""13th Division, are you at your place in Cologne?"" ""Yes, sir, we are."" ""26th Division, are you in position at Mainz?"" ""Yes, we are."" ""3rd Division, are you at Wilhelmshaven and Kiel in order to secure naval ships for us?"" ""Indeed we are.""<br/><br/>""Good. Now we can start this attack. All divisions, assault your designated targets!"" Across the Rhineland, rebels were coming out of hiding and openly attacking German soldiers. All of them hoped they'd win.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">West Germany</span></span><br/>The 200,000 strong German police force and the 100,000 man British garrison fought hard against the rebels. Tanks were brought used to scare the attackers away while Infantry cleared the streets of rebels and evacuated civilians. Casualties were high on the West German police force, but relatively low on the British Defense Forces. The Brits began forcing the Germans into Cites where it would be easier to fight them. Cities already occupied were cut off by road-blocks and constant harassing fire."
14149,Wars of Man: Cold War: 1943(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324349&start=25,2014-12-21T16:01:00,Marsisian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324349&amp;p=22871437#p22871437"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Marsisian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324349&amp;p=22868573#p22868573"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">DRF Complex</span><br/><br/>The final preparations for the offensive were complete. 670,000 soldiers and revolutionaries across the Rhineland would rise up and attack important cities and military installations. The High Command were making sure every rebel was in their place. ""13th Division, are you at your place in Cologne?"" ""Yes, sir, we are."" ""26th Division, are you in position at Mainz?"" ""Yes, we are."" ""3rd Division, are you at Wilhelmshaven and Kiel in order to secure naval ships for us?"" ""Indeed we are.""<br/><br/>""Good. Now we can start this attack. All divisions, assault your designated targets!"" Across the Rhineland, rebels were coming out of hiding and openly attacking German soldiers. All of them hoped they'd win.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">West Germany</span></span><br/>The 200,000 strong German police force and the 100,000 man British garrison fought hard against the rebels. Tanks were brought used to scare the attackers away while Infantry cleared the streets of rebels and evacuated civilians. Casualties were high on the West German police force, but relatively low on the British Defense Forces. The Brits began forcing the Germans into Cites where it would be easier to fight them. Cities already occupied were cut off by road-blocks and constant harassing fire.</div></blockquote><br/>The DRF troops being pushed into cities where the British and Germans had a clear advantage, small numbers of old and forgotten German tanks from the earlier 1940s were brought out along with small citizen militias. They tried to quickly attack the British from behind and save the main forces by distracting them and giving them a chance to break out."
14150,Wars of Man: Cold War: 1943(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324349&start=25,2014-12-21T16:01:00,Licata,"<span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><div align=""center"">A Deo rex, a rege lex!</div></span><br/><br/>Giovanni Messe and a group of a thousand Paratroopers, loyal to the House of Savoia, began arresting a number of military leaders charged for falsified accounts of treason. These positions were filled by a number of Loyal monarchists.<br/><br/>Mussolini, unaware, allowed this to happen and supported the punishment of these traitors. They were executed in the morning.<br/><br/>---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><div align=""center"">Palermo</div></span><br/><br/>On Mussolini's orders one hundred Spaviero bombers launched with orders to drop canisters over Palermo. The took off early in the morning with no problems. When they arrived they dropped their payload, spreading propaganda all over the city.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Propaganda:</span>""You glorious leader, Messi, is not who you think. He started this rebellion to advance himself and to protect himself from justice.""<br/>Along with every message there was a dossier covering Messi's past. His deployments, his actions, his deeds. Along with falsified accounts of his views on the church, in the dossier Messi is , allegedly, anti-Catholic. They also mention how he was caught ""assaulting"" civilians in Northern Africa and Albania.<br/><br/><br/>---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------"
14151,Wars of Man: Cold War: 1943(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324349&start=25,2014-12-21T16:02:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Marsisian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324349&amp;p=22871496#p22871496"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324349&amp;p=22871437#p22871437"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">West Germany</span></span><br/>The 200,000 strong German police force and the 100,000 man British garrison fought hard against the rebels. Tanks were brought used to scare the attackers away while Infantry cleared the streets of rebels and evacuated civilians. Casualties were high on the West German police force, but relatively low on the British Defense Forces. The Brits began forcing the Germans into Cites where it would be easier to fight them. Cities already occupied were cut off by road-blocks and constant harassing fire.</div></blockquote><br/>The DRF troops being pushed into cities where the British and Germans had a clear advantage, small numbers of old and forgotten German tanks from the earlier 1940s were brought out along with small citizen militias. They tried to quickly attack the British from behind and save the main forces by distracting them and giving them a chance to break out.</div></blockquote><br/>The old German tanks were no match for the British Shermans and Crusaiders. The British were caught by surprise when the rebels attacked from behind, but quickly recovered and counter-attacked."
14152,Wars of Man: Cold War: 1943(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324349&start=25,2014-12-21T16:37:00,The Destropic Republican States,"Wilhelm Prieck read the news of the DRF's forces assault on Western Germany with alarm. A panic quickly fell upon the Deutsch Sozialistischen Volksrepublik's President as he began to draft a telegram to the British government.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Message to Britain""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Dear Honorable Prime Minister Churchill <br/>Greeting from the Deutsch Sozialistischen Volksrepublik. It has come to my government's attention that the DRF has been striking the territory within Deutschland under your administration. Given that the DRF is opposed to the existence of the DSV, I believe that it would be within both of our interests if the DSV and the British Occupation could work together. I would like to propose an Armistice between our two governments, in exchange for the assistance of the Deutsch Liberation Army in fighting the DRF forces.<br/>Sincerely, Wilhelm Prieck, Provisional President of the Deutsch Sozialistischen Volksrepublik.</div></div></div>"
14153,Wars of Man: Cold War: 1943(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324349&start=25,2014-12-21T16:39:00,Marsisian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324349&amp;p=22871520#p22871520"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Marsisian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324349&amp;p=22871496#p22871496"">wrote</a>:</cite>The DRF troops being pushed into cities where the British and Germans had a clear advantage, small numbers of old and forgotten German tanks from the earlier 1940s were brought out along with small citizen militias. They tried to quickly attack the British from behind and save the main forces by distracting them and giving them a chance to break out.</div></blockquote><br/>The old German tanks were no match for the British Shermans and Crusaiders. The British were caught by surprise when the rebels attacked from behind, but quickly recovered and counter-attacked.</div></blockquote><br/>The high command, although frustrated, noticed that the bulk of British armored forces were distracted and gave the order for the troops in the cities to counter attack against British forces."
14154,Wars of Man: Cold War: 1943(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324349&start=25,2014-12-21T16:42:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Marsisian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324349&amp;p=22872008#p22872008"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324349&amp;p=22871520#p22871520"">wrote</a>:</cite>The old German tanks were no match for the British Shermans and Crusaiders. The British were caught by surprise when the rebels attacked from behind, but quickly recovered and counter-attacked.</div></blockquote><br/>The high command, although frustrated, noticed that the bulk of British armored forces were distracted and gave the order for the troops in the cities to counter attack against British forces.</div></blockquote><br/>With the majority of Civilians evacuated, the British withdrew from the cities, allowing the German rebels to occupy them. In Britain, 100 Bombers and 200 fighters were preparing to take off."
14155,Wars of Man: Cold War: 1943(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324349&start=25,2014-12-21T16:49:00,Marsisian,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">West Germany</span><br/><br/>With most of the British forces evacuated from the cities and the German border guard retreating out of the Rhineland, the High Command decided it would be best to call for a ceasefire and for negotiations to begin.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To Britain and West Germany<br/>From the German Republican Federation<br/><br/>Greetings,<br/><br/>We think that enough civilians and soldiers have died in this war and the war before it. Therefore, we would like to ask for a ceasefire and for negotiations of peace to begin.<br/><br/>Signed, <span style=""font-style: italic"">Friedrich Becker</span></blockquote>"
14156,Wars of Man: Cold War: 1943(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324349&start=25,2014-12-21T17:30:00,Of The Rnclave,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/4nzPOxv.jpg""/></div><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #0000FF"">CHAPTER ONE: A Continued Depression</span></span></div><br/><br/>The United States of Columbia sat atop its hegemony in the Americas. Soon it would be time for the 15th anniversary if the Washington Pact, an important benchmark in the USCs history. Columbia planned to celeb apart it with a massive parade spanning several cities I the USC from sets to west. But even with this alliance uniting the Americas, none could just ignore the other side of the world,me em with war over Europe still boiled with anger and rage, and with American economic interests lying heavily in Europe, the USC had to be able to protect its interests. USC military planners looked to Cuba, now an independent state in the Caribbean as a possible 58th state, next to East Africa and Liberia, Central Africa, Congo, the Philippines, Puerto Rico and New Guinea. It was also theorized that this war might lift the economy further out of its slump, allowing once again for better growth and brining America closer to its seat as an economic power.<br/><br/>Infrastructure throughout the nation was being expanded rapidly as the Democrats looked to untie the nation better with a better highway system, and increase the ability to transport items nationwide with a upgraded railway system. A fourth New Deal had been passed recently, continuing efforts to bring the USC out of depression. This fourth New Deal focused upon upgrading and expanding American manufacturing, opening more jobs to USC citizens and immigrants coming to the nation. Roosevelt himself had proclaimed the end to the depression by the end of the year, with only 4% of Americans still being jobless. Roosevelt had also managed to push through a bill bettering conditions in the non mainland states, these bills sending funds to the African, and Asian states to improve quality of life and manufacturing there, as well as mapping out better infrastructure for the states so they could better connect with the state son the mainland.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/4nzPOxv.jpg""/></div><br/>.<br/><br/>To- Republic of Canada<br/>From- The United States of Columbia<br/><br/>While us and the American people would love nothing more Han to force the soviets of the continent, Columbia in her current position can not afford a war of that scale. And would prefer any efforts to make war against the USSR to be accomplished without the people of Columbia becoming involved. While I have you though, I would like to discuss further trade relations with the nation of Canada. We ask you increase shipment of oil and steel to the USC so we may continue expanding our infrastructure and ability to trade with your nation. <br/><br/>Sincerely,<br/><br/>Franklin Delanor Roosevelt<br/>President of the United States of Columbia</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/4nzPOxv.jpg""/></div><br/><br/>As ordered by the war department of the United States of Columbia:<br/><br/>Current USC GDP- 1.53 trillion<br/><br/>Current USC Defense Budget- 75,000,000,000<br/><br/>Proposed USC Defense Budget- 82,000,000,000<br/><br/><br/><br/>- The Columbian army shall be expanded to operate with 200,000 men<br/>- The Columbian Army shall begin expanded production of the M4 Sherman Tank<br/>- The Columbian Air Corps shall be expanded to operate with 40,000 men<br/>- The Columbian Air Corps shall begin expanded production of the P-51 <br/>- The Columbian Navy shall be expanded to operate with 50,000 men<br/>- The Columbian Navy shall proceed with building the USS Roosevelt Aircraft Carrier<br/>-</blockquote>"
14157,Wars of Man: Cold War: 1943(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324349&start=25,2014-12-21T17:37:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Marsisian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324349&amp;p=22872131#p22872131"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">West Germany</span><br/><br/>With most of the British forces evacuated from the cities and the German border guard retreating out of the Rhineland, the High Command decided it would be best to call for a ceasefire and for negotiations to begin.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To Britain and West Germany<br/>From the German Republican Federation<br/><br/>Greetings,<br/><br/>We think that enough civilians and soldiers have died in this war and the war before it. Therefore, we would like to ask for a ceasefire and for negotiations of peace to begin.<br/><br/>Signed, <span style=""font-style: italic"">Friedrich Becker</span></blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">TO: DSV<br/>From: Britain<br/>Peace talks are underway as we speak with the rebels. And an Alliance would help us. What do you propose?</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: DRF<br/>From: Britain<br/>Might I remind you, you started this war. We are willing to end this conflict if you are, what are your ultimate goals anyway?</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: USC<br/>From: UK<br/>Greetings from Britain. We would like to formally congratulate you on your improving economy and would like to help more. As you know, our military has old bolt-action rifles while yours has semi-automatic rifles and submachine guns. We would like to purchase 50,000 M1 SMGs and 100,000 M1 Garand Rifles. Whatever the price.</blockquote>"
14158,Wars of Man: Cold War: 1943(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324349&start=25,2014-12-21T17:41:00,Marsisian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324349&amp;p=22872606#p22872606"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Marsisian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324349&amp;p=22872131#p22872131"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">West Germany</span><br/><br/>With most of the British forces evacuated from the cities and the German border guard retreating out of the Rhineland, the High Command decided it would be best to call for a ceasefire and for negotiations to begin.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To Britain and West Germany<br/>From the German Republican Federation<br/><br/>Greetings,<br/><br/>We think that enough civilians and soldiers have died in this war and the war before it. Therefore, we would like to ask for a ceasefire and for negotiations of peace to begin.<br/><br/>Signed, <span style=""font-style: italic"">Friedrich Becker</span></blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">TO: DSV<br/>From: Britain<br/>Peace talks are underway as we speak with the rebels. And an Alliance would help us. What do you propose?</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: DRF<br/>From: Britain<br/>Might I remind you, you started this war. We are willing to end this conflict if you are, what are your ultimate goals anyway?</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: USC<br/>From: UK<br/>Greetings from Britain. We would like to formally congratulate you on your improving economy and would like to help more. As you know, our military has old bolt-action rifles while yours has semi-automatic rifles and submachine guns. We would like to purchase 50,000 M1 SMGs and 100,000 M1 Garand Rifles. Whatever the price.</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To Britain<br/>From DRF<br/><br/>Our goals are to secure independence from the West German government and make a free confederation similar to the Weimar Republic of old.</blockquote>"
14159,Wars of Man: Cold War: 1943(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324349&start=25,2014-12-21T17:44:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Marsisian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324349&amp;p=22872634#p22872634"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324349&amp;p=22872606#p22872606"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">TO: DSV<br/>From: Britain<br/>Peace talks are underway as we speak with the rebels. And an Alliance would help us. What do you propose?</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: DRF<br/>From: Britain<br/>Might I remind you, you started this war. We are willing to end this conflict if you are, what are your ultimate goals anyway?</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: USC<br/>From: UK<br/>Greetings from Britain. We would like to formally congratulate you on your improving economy and would like to help more. As you know, our military has old bolt-action rifles while yours has semi-automatic rifles and submachine guns. We would like to purchase 50,000 M1 SMGs and 100,000 M1 Garand Rifles. Whatever the price.</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To Britain<br/>From DRF<br/><br/>Our goals are to secure independence from the West German government and make a free confederation similar to the Weimar Republic of old.</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: DRF<br/>From: Britain<br/>You could have contacted us with your request. We most likely would have allowed a willing shift in government. Lay down your arms and we can consider such a change.</blockquote>"
14160,Wars of Man: Cold War: 1943(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324349&start=25,2014-12-21T18:13:00,Fascist Republic Of Bermuda,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bata, The Third Reich</span><br/><br/>The capital of the Third Reich, or, as it was commonly known nowadays, Nazi Not-Germany, was rather simple when compared to the city of Berlin. The Reich had survived WW2, barely, but was in dire condition. All of Großdeutschland was lost, most Deutsche Soldaten were lost, many guns and most AFVs destroyed or lost. The<span style=""font-style: italic"">Tripitz</span>, the best ship in the Kriegsmarine, was docked at the primitive Bata shipyards, not in fighting shape at all. One of it's gun turrets was jammed, and the shoddy repair job done in Barcelona, while it let the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Tripitz</span>make it to Bata, wasn't meant for the ship to fight.<br/><br/>To top all of this trouble off, ethnic tensions were high, and revolts happened almost daily. The enclave of Equatorial Guinea was a terrible location, with German soldiers making up just shy of 50% of the population, little population, and nonexistent industry. The one advantage that the Reich did have in it's new location was a major one that just might have made everything else tolerable: Oil. E. Guinea was essentially covered in the stuff.<br/><br/>The government building was easily the largest building in Bata, rising above the hastily-assembled barracks, warehouses, and shanties of the largest city in Equatorial Guinea. Inside, Führer Karl Dönitz, Chancellor Albert Speer, and the German General Staff (consisting of Generalfeldmarschalls Erich von Manstein, Erwin Rommel, Wilhelm Keitel, Georg von Küchler, Paul Hausser, Fedor von Bock, Gerd von Rundstedt, Heinz Guderian, Alfred Jodl, and Walter Model) sat around a map of the small territory the Germans controlled, the map still bearing markings from the Spanish rule over the region. Dönitz began speaking, his voice, though strong, lacking the charisma and manipulativeness of Hitler.<br/><br/>""Gentlemen, we face a terrible predicament- ethnic tensions, along with a hostile world, leaves us vulnerable and broken. I need you to come up with a plan to strengthen Deutschland.""<br/><br/>The silence of the room that followed was broken by the excited chattering on the General Staff, filling the room with the Generals' own solutions. The chatter continued on for a while before everyone calmed down and decided to go one at a time. Von Manstein stood up and cleared his throat. ""Mein Führer, I say we deal with ethnic conflicts and setting up an industrial base before we focus on foreign matters."" murmurs of agreement filled the room before Keitel added softly, ""I would ask the General Staff to focus on the details of this plan."" More murmurs, heads nodding. The General Staff was left to discuss plans of stabilization, as the sun set on the Reich's new, simple home."
14161,Wars of Man: Cold War: 1943(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324349&start=25,2014-12-21T18:19:00,Soviet Chernarus,"<span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">INLF Headquarters<br/>Palermo, Sicily</span></span><br/><br/>Messi entered the black jeep reluctantly. Surrounding him were four more jeeps, each packed with soldiers bearing the symbol of the Italian National Liberation Front - a blue armband with a star in the middle. Although they had Royal Italian army uniforms, they had devoted their lives to serving the rebel cause. Next to Messi was the driver - a short man who was dressed in a black suit. As the jeep started up and began to drive down the road, Messi wondered what the future held in store for Italy and its people.<br/><br/>With the Italian ""raid"" in mind Messi had deemed it to dangerous to continue having a headquarters in Palermo. The city had supported Messi's rebellion from the start, but the propaganda had done its damage. There was a mob waiting for him outside the headquarters; many of them newspaper reporters, they demanded answers. While he still remained popular amongst farmers and his soldiers, people questioned him on the reasons behind the rebellion. It had killed many people and the rebellion was still seeming to go nowhere, despite his vague promises of a ""massive offensive"" to end the war.<br/><br/>Some Italian bombers that were shot down by the various anti-aircraft batteries scattered around the city had crashed into the street or into houses. 2 were dead, and 30 injured. 6 bombers had been shot down in total. The places where the bombers had been shot down were sectioned off by INLF soldiers. He passed by one of this, the smoking corpse of an Italian bomber that had crashed landed in the middle of a small park. The cockpit and entire front of the plane was crunched up. As he passed it, the black jeeps - his escorts - followed alongside by him.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Message to Britain""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Britain<br/>From: INLF<br/><br/>We appreciate your assistance in helping us fight the fascist Italians. I send this message as a sign of goodwill between Italians and Britons.</blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/>OOC: In case you don't get it yet, he's leaving Palermo"
14162,Wars of Man: Cold War: 1943(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324349&start=25,2014-12-21T18:43:00,Licata,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><div align=""center"">Palermo</div></span></span><br/><br/>The battleship Vittorio Veneto, battleship Roma, aircraft carrier Aquila, eight Italian destroyers approached the port. Along side was five transport vessels filled with marines.<br/><br/>The Aquila launched a G.50 to drop a canister with a message in it. The G.50 approached the city with a white flag attached to. The plane approached moving at a very slow speed. Once reaching the port the pilot dropped the canister before turning around and zooming away at full throttle.<br/><br/>The message within the canister reads; ""The Flotilla Roma is in range. Surrender the city or face destruction. This little rebellion goes against the ways if Italy. It defies the work Giuseppe Garibaldi and Cavour. The King offers amnesty to all who rose up, besides Messi and his band of villains. Please accept, we do not wish to see the blood of our brothers. But we are willing to do anything to protect Italia."""
14163,Wars of Man: Cold War: 1943(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324349&start=25,2014-12-21T18:58:00,Soviet Chernarus,"<blockquote><div><cite>Licata <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324349&amp;p=22873279#p22873279"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><div align=""center"">Palermo</div></span></span><br/><br/>The battleship Vittorio Veneto, battleship Roma, aircraft carrier Aquila, eight Italian destroyers approached the port. Along side was five transport vessels filled with marines. <br/><br/>The Aquila launched a G.50 to drop a canister with a message in it. The G.50 approached the city with a white flag attached to. The plane approached moving at a very slow speed. Once reaching the port the pilot dropped the canister before turning around and zooming away at full throttle. <br/><br/>The message within the canister reads; ""The Flotilla Roma is in range. Surrender the city or face destruction. This little rebellion goes against the ways if Italy. It defies the work Giuseppe Garibaldi and Cavour. The King offers amnesty to all who rose up, besides Messi and his band of villains. Please accept, we do not wish to see the blood of our brothers. But we are willing to do anything to protect Italia.""</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Palermo, Sicily</span></span><br/><br/>Rudolfo Cavaldi, commander of the Palermo forces and defenses, ordered an INLF aircraft to be dispatched, to deliver the return message to the Italian naval force. The message would be put into a large capsule, which would be dropped in the waters near one of the ships. The message read:<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">We will not bend over to your threats, and as proud soldiers of the INLF, fighting for the liberation of Italy, we will never surrender and cave in to your demands. We will defend Palermo to the last man. However, I only make one request: to allow us ample time to evacuate all the civilians, who should not be involved in this battle between freedom fighters and those soldiers serving under the dictator Mussolini.</blockquote><br/><br/>Cavaldi hoped Mussolini's forces had the decency to allow civilians to evacuate, but he had his doubts. Evacuating the civilians would let the INLF get a lot of time to prepare the defenses for the assault. Coastal defenses had been set up on the coast to help at least damage the ships, but they could not sink them. While the plane was being fueled and prepared, he turned to walk out out of the headquarters and inspected their forces. Roughly 10,000 men in all. There were over 50,000 men total in Sicily; around 10 to 15,000 would be near enough to serve as reinforcements in case the battle turned on the INLF.<br/><br/>Half of the forces already present in Palermo would go to evacuating the civilians, if Mussolini's forces honored their request. The other half would go to preparing the defenses, setting up machine gun nests, manning the coastal defenses and anti-aircraft batteries, etc. If they did not honor the request, he knew that the mass killing of civilians by Mussolini's forces would be used as propaganda to attack the dictator's government. He looked towards the sky as a plane streaked through the sky; unarmed, a large white banner fluttered behind it. It was one of their older planes, but it would be enough to deliver its message to the ships."
14164,Wars of Man: Cold War: 1943(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324349&start=25,2014-12-21T19:19:00,Licata,"<blockquote><div><cite>Soviet Chernarus <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324349&amp;p=22873401#p22873401"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Licata <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324349&amp;p=22873279#p22873279"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><div align=""center"">Palermo</div></span></span><br/><br/>The battleship Vittorio Veneto, battleship Roma, aircraft carrier Aquila, eight Italian destroyers approached the port. Along side was five transport vessels filled with marines. <br/><br/>The Aquila launched a G.50 to drop a canister with a message in it. The G.50 approached the city with a white flag attached to. The plane approached moving at a very slow speed. Once reaching the port the pilot dropped the canister before turning around and zooming away at full throttle. <br/><br/>The message within the canister reads; ""The Flotilla Roma is in range. Surrender the city or face destruction. This little rebellion goes against the ways if Italy. It defies the work Giuseppe Garibaldi and Cavour. The King offers amnesty to all who rose up, besides Messi and his band of villains. Please accept, we do not wish to see the blood of our brothers. But we are willing to do anything to protect Italia.""</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Palermo, Sicily</span></span><br/><br/>Rudolfo Cavaldi, commander of the Palermo forces and defenses, ordered an INLF aircraft to be dispatched, to deliver the return message to the Italian naval force. The message would be put into a large capsule, which would be dropped in the waters near one of the ships. The message read:<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">We will not bend over to your threats, and as proud soldiers of the INLF, fighting for the liberation of Italy, we will never surrender and cave in to your demands. We will defend Palermo to the last man. However, I only make one request: to allow us ample time to evacuate all the civilians, who should not be involved in this battle between freedom fighters and those soldiers serving under the dictator Mussolini.</blockquote><br/><br/>Cavaldi hoped Mussolini's forces had the decency to allow civilians to evacuate, but he had his doubts. Evacuating the civilians would let the INLF get a lot of time to prepare the defenses for the assault. Coastal defenses had been set up on the coast to help at least damage the ships, but they could not sink them. While the plane was being fueled and prepared, he turned to walk out out of the headquarters and inspected their forces. Roughly 10,000 men in all. There were over 50,000 men total in Sicily; around 10 to 15,000 would be near enough to serve as reinforcements in case the battle turned on the INLF. <br/><br/>Half of the forces already present in Palermo would go to evacuating the civilians, if Mussolini's forces honored their request. The other half would go to preparing the defenses, setting up machine gun nests, manning the coastal defenses and anti-aircraft batteries, etc. If they did not honor the request, he knew that the mass killing of civilians by Mussolini's forces would be used as propaganda to attack the dictator's government. He looked towards the sky as a plane streaked through the sky; unarmed, a large white banner fluttered behind it. It was one of their older planes, but it would be enough to deliver its message to the ships.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>Another G.50 flew to the city, dropping another canister with a letter.<br/><br/>The letter reads; "" You've chosen to fight, but the people of Palermo may not be as bold as thee to see their city destroyed in the name of your dishonorable leader. Ask the people if your cause is worth their lives? Ask if they wish to see their family homes, or if they would rather support the man who decided to risk their lives for his personal glory.<br/><br/>Upon receiving the vote of the civilians of Palermo we will give you our verdict.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Fleet:</span><br/><br/>With preparations complete, the ships are ready for the first barrage. It is to last for five minutes, with roughly 200 guns ready to fire, ranging from 120mm to 381mm in size.<br/><br/>A telegram is sent to their HQ in Rome requesting the use of the P.108 bomber force. The planes were deployed to be on standby, each of the 36 bombers were armed with 34 100KG bombs."
14165,Wars of Man: Cold War: 1943(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324349&start=25,2014-12-21T19:30:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">USC</span></span><br/><span style=""color: #FF0000"">Everything was calm. Just another New York day. Then, at 3:27 PM, disaster struck. A freighter carrying over 50 tons of military supplies(Ammunition, Vehicles, Weapons, Fuel, etc.) collided with one of the Battleships stationed in the harbor. In the blink of and eye, over 5,000 people were gone, incinerated in a ball of flame. Buildings nearby were set ablaze and the fire began to spread around the city. By 5:000 over 15,000 people had perished and finally at 5:42, the last blaze was put out. Damages are in the billions and rebuilding will take a long time. Brooklin and Queens were hit the hardest. Almost 1/4 of the city was damaged.</span></blockquote>"
14166,Wars of Man: Cold War: 1943(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324349&start=25,2014-12-21T19:30:00,The Destropic Republican States,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">TO: DSV<br/>From: Britain<br/>Peace talks are underway as we speak with the rebels. And an Alliance would help us. What do you propose?</blockquote><br/><br/>The DSV would like to negotiate peace with the British Occupation, and a plebiscite within each German state under your administration on whether they wish to join with either the DSV, or whether they wish to form a new independent country. If the German states vote to be a separate country other than the DSV, the DSV will hold a plebiscite on whether or not to join that new country."
14167,Wars of Man: Cold War: 1943(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324349&start=25,2014-12-21T20:23:00,Marsisian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324349&amp;p=22872661#p22872661"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Marsisian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324349&amp;p=22872634#p22872634"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To Britain<br/>From DRF<br/><br/>Our goals are to secure independence from the West German government and make a free confederation similar to the Weimar Republic of old.</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: DRF<br/>From: Britain<br/>You could have contacted us with your request. We most likely would have allowed a willing shift in government. Lay down your arms and we can consider such a change.</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To Britain<br/>From the DRF<br/><br/>You never know when the Soviets will charge into Western Europe. Another reason we shouldn't lay down our arms is that the negotiations might sour. Then what will we fight with? I am willing for a ceasefire but not willing to give up our arms. I can promise that none of our soldiers will continue attacking. If the only way for independence is for us to lay down our arms, then if you insist, I will give the order if you want me to.</blockquote>"
14168,Wars of Man: Cold War: 1943(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324349&start=25,2014-12-22T02:15:00,Elepis,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Greece</span><br/><br/>Joint Soviet/DSE forces began amassing on the front line of DSE/HA positions, preparing for the spring offensive which would liberate central Greece and Athens. The 100,0000 strong DSE had been more than doubled since the Soviets arrived, with another 120,000 volunteers. The monarchist Hellenic Army (numbering 215,000) have begun setting up positions of defense in Athens and Corinth. The 150 strong Hellenic Air Force, made up of pre-ww2 planes and some more modern Italian & German ones had had air supremacy before Soviet intervention. Now the much larger and much more modern Red Air Force has all but destroyed the HAF and Soviet ground attack air craft, working in tandem with DSE guerrillas behind the front have managed to do serious damage to Monarchist supply lines. For example, a column of Panzer II tanks on its way the Boeotia was destroyed by 2 Soviet IL-2 Sturmoviks.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">To Italian rebels</span> <br/>TOP SECRET<br/><br/>The Red Navy will begin shipping the following to Palermo. These will be shipped in ""aid ships"", officially filled with food and medicine. However, they will actually be filled with the following weaponry. <br/><br/>30,000 TT pistols<br/>20,000 PPSH-41s<br/>5,000 Degtyaryov machine guns<br/>2,000 DShK heavy machine guns<br/>100 PTRS-41 anti-tank rifles<br/>60 Katyusha rocket launchers<br/>50 BA-64 armoured cars<br/>30 25 mm automatic air defense gun M1940 (72-K)<br/><br/><br/>We will also send 300 military advisers. After Athens has been liberated in Greece, I will send 20,000 troops to help your rebellion <br/><br/>Leon Trotsky</blockquote>"
14169,Wars of Man: Cold War: 1943(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324349&start=25,2014-12-22T03:50:00,Arvenia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Galápagos Islands</span><br/>The Patagonian military is exercising in the Galápagos Islands, both naval, aerial, ground and strategic. The archipelago will be used as a military base for naval, underwater, artillery, aerial, ground and strategic purpose.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lima, Peru</span><br/>The Patagonian War Academies is having a graduation ceremony in the capital of Patagonia. The students graduates from education and can either join the War Academies or other branches. Meanwhile, Emperor Juan Ferdinand is sending messages to fellow nations.<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Mexico<br/>From: ISP<br/>Dear President of Mexico, my nation is suspicious about your nation's fast expansion towards South America. It is really bad for Patagonia, a great nation rising from the late part of the previous century. What should we do to handle this expansion?<br/><br/>Sincerly, Emperor Juan Ferdinand</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Great Britain<br/>From: ISP<br/>Dear Winston Churchill, your nation do control the Falklands Islands. My nation really needed those for strategic purpose during this war. Is it good or not?<br/><br/>Sincerly, Emperor Juan Ferdinand</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: USC<br/>From: ISP<br/>Dear President of Columbia, your nation is capitalist and my nation is provisionist. Do we have a trade agreement for our different economic systems?<br/><br/>Sincerly, Emperor Juan Ferdinand</blockquote>"
14170,Wars of Man: Cold War: 1943(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324349&start=25,2014-12-22T06:35:00,Elepis,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Coastal/Rural Japan</span><br/><br/>Colonel Lin Biao of the Chinese Red Army sat in the turret of his T-34/85. Along the ridge where a number of T-34/85 as well as two brand new TL-1 heavy tanks (IS tanks) and one brand new SU-100 self propelled gun. Behind the tanks were 2,750 men of the CRA arrayed in two columns. Each one was armed with either a sub-machine gun (PPSH-41 or PPS-43) or some DP light machine guns.<br/><br/>The medium sized military port in front of them had been taken over by the by the rebel Japanese, luckily however the 3 warships in the port had managed to escape and were currently out at sea just close enough so the town was in range of their guns. Above the town flew the rising sun flag of the rebels. Biao suspected that their were 1,000-2,000 rebels in the town with no armour, easy meat if it came to battle. However Biao hoped to avoid that. He sent a message via morse code to the rebels.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To IJA rebels<br/><br/>We have your surrounded from land and sea. I have 12 tanks, 2 SPG's 3 cruisers in the bay and I can call on crippling air support. If I need to I can retake this town by force, however I ask for you to surrender to prevent civilian deaths. I also ask you release the 200 Marines and police in the town.<br/><br/>Colonel Lin Biao of the Chinese Red Army</blockquote>"
14171,Wars of Man: Cold War: 1943(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324349&start=25,2014-12-22T09:50:00,Of The Rnclave,"<blockquote><div><cite>Arvenia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324349&amp;p=22877485#p22877485"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Galápagos Islands</span><br/>The Patagonian military is exercising in the Galápagos Islands, both naval, aerial, ground and strategic. The archipelago will be used as a military base for naval, underwater, artillery, aerial, ground and strategic purpose.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lima, Peru</span><br/>The Patagonian War Academies is having a graduation ceremony in the capital of Patagonia. The students graduates from education and can either join the War Academies or other branches. Meanwhile, Emperor Juan Ferdinand is sending messages to fellow nations.<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Mexico<br/>From: ISP<br/>Dear President of Mexico, my nation is suspicious about your nation's fast expansion towards South America. It is really bad for Patagonia, a great nation rising from the late part of the previous century. What should we do to handle this expansion?<br/><br/>Sincerly, Emperor Juan Ferdinand</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Great Britain<br/>From: ISP<br/>Dear Winston Churchill, your nation do control the Falklands Islands. My nation really needed those for strategic purpose during this war. Is it good or not?<br/><br/>Sincerly, Emperor Juan Ferdinand</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: USC<br/>From: ISP<br/>Dear President of Columbia, your nation is capitalist and my nation is provisionist. Do we have a trade agreement for our different economic systems?<br/><br/>Sincerly, Emperor Juan Ferdinand</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/4nzPOxv.jpg""/></div><br/><br/>We in the USC have little problems with economic systems not our own, while some such as the USSR may not reflect the best upon their system, we trade with all nations. We would be glad to open wider trade lanes with your nation. In a world full of war, it is good to have allies I say.<br/><br/>Franklin Delanor Roosevelt<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">President of the United States of Columbia</span></blockquote>"
14172,Wars of Man: Cold War: 1943(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324349&start=25,2014-12-22T13:10:00,Pimps Inc,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Los Pinos,Presidential Residence</span></div><br/>The President of United Mexican States,Lazaro Cardenas,sat on the Presidential Chair and brooded about Mexico's disadvantage against the USC.Though the armed forces were superior in numbers and training to the US,the economy was somewhat smaller.The naval forces often found themselves in small conflicts in the Gulf against the USC navy.An incident in 1933 resulted in damages to a Mexican cruiser and the sinking of a USC PT boat.Total war had barely been averted after President Rodriguez had gathered evidence to show the PT boat fired first.Over the years,since the defeat in the Mexican-American War,Mexico had been abused by the USC until the 1920's when Mexico took a spot on the top 10 best economies and armed forces in the world.Now,in order to avenge Mexico for the Mexican-American war,Mexico would turn ""Red""......<br/><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><hr/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/f/f4/Coat_of_arms_of_Mexico_%281934-1968%29.svg/505px-Coat_of_arms_of_Mexico_%281934-1968%29.svg.png""/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Seal of the Government of Mexico</span></div><br/><hr/><br/><div align=""center"">To:The Union of Soviet Socialist Republics<br/><span style=""font-size: 90%; line-height: 116%;"">Moscow, Russia, 103073<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">The Moscow Kremlin,</span></span><br/>From:United Mexican States<br/><span style=""font-size: 90%; line-height: 116%;"">Bosque de Chapultepec I, Miguel Hidalgo, 11100 Mexico City, Federal District, Mexico<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Chapultepec Castle,</span></span><br/>Encryption:<span style=""color: #FF0000"">TOP PRIORITY</span></div><br/><hr/><br/><br/><sub>Dear Premier Leon Trotsky,leader of the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics,the United States of Columbia have plagued the world with ferocity and their goals to become a ""superpower"" by crushing all who stand in their way disgusts us,as much as it disgusts you,I am sure.We would like to offer you an alliance with the United Mexican States so that you may have a tactical ally near the USC in the event the USSR enters war or into conflict with the USC.Our considerable armed forces rival that of the USC,already,and our economic power is barely behind.If you give us aid,we will give official and public support to the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics and its ideology.We hope you agree to our request.</sub><br/><br/>Sincerely,<br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/d/dd/EPN_Firma.png/119px-EPN_Firma.png""/><br/>Lazaro Cardenas,President of Mexico</blockquote>"
14173,Wars of Man: Cold War: 1943(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324349&start=50,2014-12-22T13:58:00,Elepis,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pimps Inc <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324349&amp;p=22881700#p22881700"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Los Pinos,Presidential Residence</span></div><br/>The President of United Mexican States,Lazaro Cardenas,sat on the Presidential Chair and brooded about Mexico's disadvantage against the USC.Though the armed forces were superior in numbers and training to the US,the economy was somewhat smaller.The naval forces often found themselves in small conflicts in the Gulf against the USC navy.An incident in 1933 resulted in damages to a Mexican cruiser and the sinking of a USC PT boat.Total war had barely been averted after President Rodriguez had gathered evidence to show the PT boat fired first.Over the years,since the defeat in the Mexican-American War,Mexico had been abused by the USC until the 1920's when Mexico took a spot on the top 10 best economies and armed forces in the world.Now,in order to avenge Mexico for the Mexican-American war,Mexico would turn ""Red""......<br/><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><hr/><br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/f/f4/Coat_of_arms_of_Mexico_%281934-1968%29.svg/505px-Coat_of_arms_of_Mexico_%281934-1968%29.svg.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Seal of the Government of Mexico</span></div><br/><hr/><br/><div align=""center"">To:The Union of Soviet Socialist Republics<br/><span style=""font-size: 90%; line-height: 116%;"">Moscow, Russia, 103073<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">The Moscow Kremlin,</span></span><br/>From:United Mexican States<br/><span style=""font-size: 90%; line-height: 116%;"">Bosque de Chapultepec I, Miguel Hidalgo, 11100 Mexico City, Federal District, Mexico<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Chapultepec Castle,</span></span><br/>Encryption:<span style=""color: #FF0000"">TOP PRIORITY</span></div><br/><hr/><br/><br/><sub>Dear Premier Leon Trotsky,leader of the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics,the United States of Columbia have plagued the world with ferocity and their goals to become a ""superpower"" by crushing all who stand in their way disgusts us,as much as it disgusts you,I am sure.We would like to offer you an alliance with the United Mexican States so that you may have a tactical ally near the USC in the event the USSR enters war or into conflict with the USC.Our considerable armed forces rival that of the USC,already,and our economic power is barely behind.If you give us aid,we will give official and public support to the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics and its ideology.We hope you agree to our request.</sub><br/><br/>Sincerely,<br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/d/dd/EPN_Firma.png/119px-EPN_Firma.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/>Lazaro Cardenas,President of Mexico</blockquote><br/><br/></div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><hr/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/d/d6/Coat_of_arms_of_the_Soviet_Union.svg/200px-Coat_of_arms_of_the_Soviet_Union.svg.png""/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">State Emblem of the Soviet Union<br/></span></div><br/><hr/><br/><div align=""center"">From:The Union of Soviet Socialist Republics<br/><span style=""font-size: 90%; line-height: 116%;"">Moscow, Russia, <br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">The Moscow Kremlin,</span></span><br/>To:United Mexican States<br/><span style=""font-size: 90%; line-height: 116%;"">Bosque de Chapultepec I, Miguel Hidalgo, 11100 Mexico City, Federal District, Mexico<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Chapultepec Castle,</span></span><br/>TOP SECRET</div><br/><hr/><br/><br/>Dear Comrade Cardenas, the USSR has been watching the growth of Mexico and many member of the Politburo, myself included, have considered a Mexican-Soviet alliance and I EXCEPT your offer with open arms. The expansion of the USC in to Africa has worried the USSR a great deal. the USC claim to be nicer than the Kaiserrich, we just see it as one imperial master being traded for another. <br/><br/>Seeing as we accept your offer, we offer the following aid package. <br/><br/>Economic: <br/>A. 15 billion American Dollars speared over three years (OOC: Marshal Plan was 17 billion dollars)<br/>B. 300 Soviet industrial experts to help Mexico streamline its production methods <br/>C. 100 Soviet Mining experts<br/>D. 100 Soviet Oil &amp; Gas experts<br/><br/>Military:<br/>A. 300 T-34/85 tanks<br/>B. 200 new TL-2 tanks (OOC: Same as IS-2)<br/>C. 300 Yakovlev Yak-3's (our top fighters)<br/>D. 30,000 PPSH-41's<br/>E. 300 Katusha Rocket launchers <br/>F. A license to produce the T-34, Yak 9, PPSH-41, DP gun, DShk gun, Katusha Rocket Launcher<br/><br/><br/>Sincerely,<br/>Leon Trotsky</blockquote>"
14174,Wars of Man: Cold War: 1943(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324349&start=50,2014-12-22T14:08:00,Soviet Chernarus,"<span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cosenza, Southern Italy</span></span><br/><br/>Cosenza had been reduced to rubble as INLF rebels desperately tried to hold back the Italian advance. Only a few days of heavy fighting and the town was strewn with dead bodies.Many of the townspeople had already fled, but hundreds had already been killed in the crossfire. The rebel forces, outnumbered and outgunned, chose to withdraw, abandoning the few heavy equipment, such as anti-tank guns, they had with them. The INLF force was mostly intact; nothing of strategic value had been lost, although it was a defeat for the rebels.<br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.warhistoryonline.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/62016450_monte-cassino.jpg""/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">INLF soldiers withdraw from Cosenza</span><br/>---<br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Message to USSR""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: USSR<br/>From: INLF<br/><br/>We thank you for time and efforts in helping us achieve our dream of establishing a Republic and toppling the dictator Mussolini from his 'throne.' However, we must urge you to be wary of the Italian Navy; as we have no significant naval presence, they have dominance on the seas, and if they catch your ships they could search it. While I'm sure the Soviet Union is more than capable of delivering the weapons, vehicles, and equipment to the INLF, it is better to be safe than sorry.</blockquote></div></div></div><br/>---<br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Corleone, Sicily</span></span><br/><br/>Corleone, a very small town, was one of the places Messi would be staying at, at least for several hours. His escorts guarded the building, and had been ever since they arrived there. The safety of Messi was their first priority. He knew some hated them, particularly those who had lost loved ones in the rebellion he had orchestrated. There was even an assassination attempt the year before; while it had failed, and the shot missed him by a few feet, he could still vividly remember the crowds, and the panic that ensued when the shot rang out. He laid back in his chair. The soldiers were more than capable of protecting him."
14175,Wars of Man: Cold War: 1943(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324349&start=50,2014-12-22T14:10:00,Australian Antarctica,"Winston Churchill took another swig from his bottle of Whisky. Times were changing. Germany was embroiled in another war, Italy was embroiled in another war, and Greece was in war. British troops were dying everyday in Germany and the people were calling for withdrawal. He rubbed his temples and began drafting several messages:<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: DRF<br/>From: Britain<br/>We were working towards independence when you attacked. We understand you not wanting to lay down your arms and accept it. We would like a ceasefire as well. When shall we meet?</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: DSV<br/>From: Britain<br/>I am not exactly sure what you are proposing.</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Italian Rebels<br/>Our 10,000 man force is ready to embark. Do you have a port ready for us?</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: USC<br/>We would like to strengthen relations by helping with the clean up efforts in New York. 1,000 Royal Army soldiers are ready to move and help.</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Mexico<br/>From: Britain<br/>We would like to aid you in your secret fight against Columbia. In 2 weeks, 3,000 Crusader tanks will arrive in an unmarked cargo ship at a port of your choosing. This will be a goodwill gesture and will not cost anything</blockquote>"
14176,Wars of Man: Cold War: 1943(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324349&start=50,2014-12-22T14:20:00,Soviet Chernarus,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324349&amp;p=22882360#p22882360"">wrote</a>:</cite>Winston Churchill took another swig from his bottle of Whisky. Times were changing. Germany was embroiled in another war, Italy was embroiled in another war, and Greece was in war. British troops were dying everyday in Germany and the people were calling for withdrawal. He rubbed his temples and began drafting several messages: <br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: DRF<br/>From: Britain<br/>We were working towards independence when you attacked. We understand you not wanting to lay down your arms and accept it. We would like a ceasefire as well. When shall we meet?</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: DSV<br/>From: Britain<br/>I am not exactly sure what you are proposing.</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Italian Rebels<br/>Our 10,000 man force is ready to embark. Do you have a port ready for us?</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: USC<br/>We would like to strengthen relations by helping with the clean up efforts in New York. 1,000 Royal Army soldiers are ready to move and help.</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Mexico<br/>From: Britain<br/>We would like to aid you in your secret fight against Columbia. In 2 weeks, 3,000 Crusader tanks will arrive in an unmarked cargo ship at a port of your choosing. This will be a goodwill gesture and will not cost anything</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Message to Britain""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Britain<br/>From: INLF<br/><br/>We will have a port in Licata ready for you along with 5,000 soldiers and one of the INLF's main leaders, Marshal Edward Badaglio, prepared to greet your soldiers as they arrive in Sicily. However, due to the fact that we have little naval presence in the Mediterranean, your troops could be endangered by the Italian navy under Mussolini. I suggest that you bring along an escort fleet to help protect your troops.</blockquote></div></div></div>"
14177,Wars of Man: Cold War: 1943(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324349&start=50,2014-12-22T14:29:00,Pimps Inc,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><hr/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/f/f4/Coat_of_arms_of_Mexico_%281934-1968%29.svg/505px-Coat_of_arms_of_Mexico_%281934-1968%29.svg.png""/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Seal of the Government of Mexico</span></div><br/><hr/><br/><div align=""center"">To:The Union of Soviet Socialist Republics<br/><span style=""font-size: 90%; line-height: 116%;"">Moscow, Russia, 103073<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">The Moscow Kremlin,</span></span><br/>From:United Mexican States<br/><span style=""font-size: 90%; line-height: 116%;"">Bosque de Chapultepec I, Miguel Hidalgo, 11100 Mexico City, Federal District, Mexico<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Chapultepec Castle,</span></span><br/>Encryption:<span style=""color: #FF0000"">TOP PRIORITY</span></div><br/><hr/><br/><br/><sub>We are very thankful and joyous to hear of your decision.Due to you extreme hospitality,we will show our way of thanks.We will offer the following:</sub><br/><br/>Commerce:<br/>We will sell you grain,crops,and meat at a highly reduced price(80-90% off)<br/>We will expand trade with you<br/>We will sell oil at a highly reduced price(75-90% off)<br/><br/>Military:<br/>We will allow you to practice military exercises in Jamaica and weapons testing(hint:Atom bomb/V-2 rockets.)<br/><br/><sub>We hope this will help your country in it's food shortages and in your fight against the USC.We also suggest you try to turn Cuba Red.</sub><br/>Sincerely,<br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/d/dd/EPN_Firma.png/119px-EPN_Firma.png""/><br/>Lazaro Cardenas,President of Mexico</blockquote>"
14178,Wars of Man: Cold War: 1943(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324349&start=50,2014-12-22T14:37:00,Mangjukoia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Elepis <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324349&amp;p=22878299#p22878299"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Coastal/Rural Japan</span><br/><br/>Colonel Lin Biao of the Chinese Red Army sat in the turret of his T-34/85. Along the ridge where a number of T-34/85 as well as two brand new TL-1 heavy tanks (IS tanks) and one brand new SU-100 self propelled gun. Behind the tanks were 2,750 men of the CRA arrayed in two columns. Each one was armed with either a sub-machine gun (PPSH-41 or PPS-43) or some DP light machine guns. <br/><br/>The medium sized military port in front of them had been taken over by the by the rebel Japanese, luckily however the 3 warships in the port had managed to escape and were currently out at sea just close enough so the town was in range of their guns. Above the town flew the rising sun flag of the rebels. Biao suspected that their were 1,000-2,000 rebels in the town with no armour, easy meat if it came to battle. However Biao hoped to avoid that. He sent a message via morse code to the rebels.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To IJA rebels<br/><br/>We have your surrounded from land and sea. I have 12 tanks, 2 SPG's 3 cruisers in the bay and I can call on crippling air support. If I need to I can retake this town by force, however I ask for you to surrender to prevent civilian deaths. I also ask you release the 200 Marines and police in the town.<br/><br/>Colonel Lin Biao of the Chinese Red Army</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To Red Army<br/><br/>We will not surrender our nation to Communism or submit to defeat. We will keep fighting to the last able body fighter! That however does not consist of civilians.<br/><br/>Colonel Tatsuya Tengan</blockquote><br/><br/>The Japanese rebels released civilians who would not fight for Japan, however they kept all combatants, Red and Japanese, in the town. Japanese snipers (Armed with Type 97s or Type 99s) trained their sights on the horizon, waiting for the Red Army. Machine gun posts (Armed with Type 96 LMGs) covered the perimeter of the town. These rebels were ready to die if they could not meet victory."
14179,Wars of Man: Cold War: 1943(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324349&start=50,2014-12-22T14:52:00,Marsisian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324349&amp;p=22882360#p22882360"">wrote</a>:</cite>Winston Churchill took another swig from his bottle of Whisky. Times were changing. Germany was embroiled in another war, Italy was embroiled in another war, and Greece was in war. British troops were dying everyday in Germany and the people were calling for withdrawal. He rubbed his temples and began drafting several messages: <br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: DRF<br/>From: Britain<br/>We were working towards independence when you attacked. We understand you not wanting to lay down your arms and accept it. We would like a ceasefire as well. When shall we meet?</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: DSV<br/>From: Britain<br/>I am not exactly sure what you are proposing.</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Italian Rebels<br/>Our 10,000 man force is ready to embark. Do you have a port ready for us?</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: USC<br/>We would like to strengthen relations by helping with the clean up efforts in New York. 1,000 Royal Army soldiers are ready to move and help.</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Mexico<br/>From: Britain<br/>We would like to aid you in your secret fight against Columbia. In 2 weeks, 3,000 Crusader tanks will arrive in an unmarked cargo ship at a port of your choosing. This will be a goodwill gesture and will not cost anything</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To Britain<br/>From DRF<br/><br/>I suggest we meet in two days in the city of Cologne. In the meantime my soldiers will not attack yours and vice versa. I hope we can conclude our negotiations peacefully.</blockquote><br/><br/>In the meantime, the High Command heard about the war happening in Japan. The Imperial Japanese remnants were rising up and trying to take their country back from the Communists. The DRF, eager to remove Soviet influence from Asia, decided to send a force of 25,000 paratroopers to support the Japanese and destroy the Red Army. The planes, leaving DRF crude airports, were en route to Japan. A telegram was sent to the Japanese informing them of support on the way.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To the IJA<br/>From the German Republican Federation<br/><br/>We are coming to help you against the Reds! Hold out until our paratroopers get to your position!</blockquote>"
14180,Wars of Man: Cold War: 1943(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324349&start=50,2014-12-22T15:07:00,Of The Rnclave,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://cs409316.vk.me/v409316551/1da3/yFhwxDRQbpA.jpg""/></div></blockquote><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #FF0000"">CHAPTER TWO: A Time of Crisis</span></span></div><br/><br/>Ignoring Europe as a total, the United Mexican States was the greatest threat to the USC. While militarily strong and not that far in economic strength, her government wasn't the most stable, and a Communist revolution wouldn't be that far fetched in that area. Roosevelt was a Navy man himself, and believed heavily in Naval power, so that was his plan, to pressure Mexico with Columbia's Naval might. Columbia had an advanced fleet of Battleships, Destroyers, Frigates and Carriers, which Mexico herself lacked.<br/><br/>Columbia had 5 Aircraft Carriers, more than she needed but power projection in the environment she lived in was important. With England steeping up exercises in the Pacific and Mexico rising in an attempt to usurp Columbias spot, what was the nation to do? Cement their spot in the Gulf and around their territories of course. Two Carriers were in the gulf already, one for the Atlantic and one to actually protect the Gulf. While three were in the pacific. As a smart man, Roosevelt knew they Navy needed more funds, so of course he passed a bill allotting more money to the navy, increasing the Defense Budget once again to 100,000,000,000. This bill of more funds to run the Navy would come with a determined message to increase Naval exercises in the Gulf up, along with the Pacific.<br/><br/>The economy was growing rapidly, and along with it, the USC came closer and closer to getting out of the Depression, but still the USC remained in its cloud. And while now Four New Deals and been passed with terrific results and growth, and while the USC had become more industrialized than it had ever been, it still remained. And while many would call what the USC did socialism, the USC had to continue to rebuild. Roosevelt had an idea that the more factories remain open, the more jobs available, so of course if seemed like a brilliant idea to pass the Factory Funds bill. He bill would subsidize almost 1,000 closing manufacturing plants to keep them open and expand their read so that they could leave government subsidies. This reform was widely praised by factory workers and owners who would have lost their jobs without the bill.<br/><br/>Behind closed doors Columbia was working on a much darker plan. Ever since Albert Einstein had move to the USC to escape Nazi aggression, and the possibility of an atomic weapon had become a tangible thing, the USC had been curious of the use of such weapon, and so the Manhattan project begun. With no need to fund a costly war in Europe, the USC had Ben able to dedicate larger sums of money to the project, as well as hire better scientists worldwide to participate. Political scientists were driven mad by the possibility of Atomic power and Military men were intrigued by the weaponization of such a thing, even more excited when the group reported a possible prototype by early 1945, something they lived to think about.<br/><br/>Speaking of dark things, the disaster in New York was terrible for economic growth, and deserved a immediate USC response which it got, refugees spreading to surrounding areas had to have somewhere to live no? and with such the Second homestead act was passed, Federal funds being sent to areas getting refugees to contruct housing for these people, as well a bill passed with it would provide jobs in manufacturing to these families as well as subsidies to keep them afloat during this time while damage was assessed<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://cs409316.vk.me/v409316551/1da3/yFhwxDRQbpA.jpg""/></div><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">To- The Republic of Canadia<br/>From- The United States of Columbia </span><br/><span style=""color: #FF0000"">HIGHLY ENCRYPTED</span></div><br/><br/>The possibility of a Soviet Incursion into your lands and our own grows daily, and the instability of Mexico threatens us both. Down in Columbia we have, 4 years ago, begun an Atomic weapons program that will come to fruition in early 1945. Such weapons in our possession would deter Mexican and soviet aggression, as well as secure our spots on the world stage. If you want in in such a project, send a delegate to Washington DC<br/><br/>Franklin Dealonor Roosevelt<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">President of the United States of Columbia</span></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://cs409316.vk.me/v409316551/1da3/yFhwxDRQbpA.jpg""/></div><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">To- The United Kingdom<br/>From- The United States of Columbia </span></div><br/><br/>We here in the USC would love to expand relations and form an economic alliance with your great nation, which would benefit us both. Larger trade lanes would benefit us both, due to a war just ending in Europe and here in the USC we still remain in the grips of the Depression. Hopefully this will allow us both to rebuild easier and fix our economies after these events.<br/><br/>Franklin Delanor Roosevelt<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">President of the United States of Columbia</span></blockquote>"
14181,Wars of Man: Cold War: 1943(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324349&start=50,2014-12-22T17:34:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Of The Rnclave <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324349&amp;p=22883053#p22883053"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center"">(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://cs409316.vk.me/v409316551/1da3/yFhwxDRQbpA.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div></blockquote><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #FF0000"">CHAPTER TWO: A Time of Crisis</span></span></div><br/><br/>Ignoring Europe as a total, the United Mexican States was the greatest threat to the USC. While militarily strong and not that far in economic strength, her government wasn't the most stable, and a Communist revolution wouldn't be that far fetched in that area. Roosevelt was a Navy man himself, and believed heavily in Naval power, so that was his plan, to pressure Mexico with Columbia's Naval might. Columbia had an advanced fleet of Battleships, Destroyers, Frigates and Carriers, which Mexico herself lacked. <br/><br/>Columbia had 5 Aircraft Carriers, more than she needed but power projection in the environment she lived in was important. With England steeping up exercises in the Pacific and Mexico rising in an attempt to usurp Columbias spot, what was the nation to do? Cement their spot in the Gulf and around their territories of course. Two Carriers were in the gulf already, one for the Atlantic and one to actually protect the Gulf. While three were in the pacific. As a smart man, Roosevelt knew they Navy needed more funds, so of course he passed a bill allotting more money to the navy, increasing the Defense Budget once again to 100,000,000,000. This bill of more funds to run the Navy would come with a determined message to increase Naval exercises in the Gulf up, along with the Pacific.<br/><br/>The economy was growing rapidly, and along with it, the USC came closer and closer to getting out of the Depression, but still the USC remained in its cloud. And while now Four New Deals and been passed with terrific results and growth, and while the USC had become more industrialized than it had ever been, it still remained. And while many would call what the USC did socialism, the USC had to continue to rebuild. Roosevelt had an idea that the more factories remain open, the more jobs available, so of course if seemed like a brilliant idea to pass the Factory Funds bill. He bill would subsidize almost 1,000 closing manufacturing plants to keep them open and expand their read so that they could leave government subsidies. This reform was widely praised by factory workers and owners who would have lost their jobs without the bill. <br/><br/>Behind closed doors Columbia was working on a much darker plan. Ever since Albert Einstein had move to the USC to escape Nazi aggression, and the possibility of an atomic weapon had become a tangible thing, the USC had been curious of the use of such weapon, and so the Manhattan project begun. With no need to fund a costly war in Europe, the USC had Ben able to dedicate larger sums of money to the project, as well as hire better scientists worldwide to participate. Political scientists were driven mad by the possibility of Atomic power and Military men were intrigued by the weaponization of such a thing, even more excited when the group reported a possible prototype by early 1945, something they lived to think about.<br/><br/>Speaking of dark things, the disaster in New York was terrible for economic growth, and deserved a immediate USC response which it got, refugees spreading to surrounding areas had to have somewhere to live no? and with such the Second homestead act was passed, Federal funds being sent to areas getting refugees to contruct housing for these people, as well a bill passed with it would provide jobs in manufacturing to these families as well as subsidies to keep them afloat during this time while damage was assessed <br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center"">(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://cs409316.vk.me/v409316551/1da3/yFhwxDRQbpA.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">To- The Republic of Canadia<br/>From- The United States of Columbia </span><br/><span style=""color: #FF0000"">HIGHLY ENCRYPTED</span></div><br/><br/>The possibility of a Soviet Incursion into your lands and our own grows daily, and the instability of Mexico threatens us both. Down in Columbia we have, 4 years ago, begun an Atomic weapons program that will come to fruition in early 1945. Such weapons in our possession would deter Mexican and soviet aggression, as well as secure our spots on the world stage. If you want in in such a project, send a delegate to Washington DC<br/><br/>Franklin Dealonor Roosevelt<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">President of the United States of Columbia</span></blockquote> <br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center"">(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://cs409316.vk.me/v409316551/1da3/yFhwxDRQbpA.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">To- The United Kingdom<br/>From- The United States of Columbia </span></div><br/><br/>We here in the USC would love to expand relations and form an economic alliance with your great nation, which would benefit us both. Larger trade lanes wouled benefit us both, due to a war just ending in Europe and here in the USC we still remain in the grips of the Depression. Hopefully this will allow us both to rebuild easier and fix our economies after these events.<br/><br/>Franklin Delanor Roosevelt<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">President of the United States of Columbia</span></blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: USC<br/>From: Britain<br/>We would like to buy 2 Aircraft Carriers. We know you are a Navy man, but having 5 Carriers seems unnecessary, after all, you never went to war and have no reason to build up your military. We are keeping Mexico in line and will make sure they do not get to imperialistic. You should know what happens when Empires face other Empires. They would not risk it</blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Operation: End War HQ, London</span></span><br/>Operation: End War was the brain Child of Winston Churchill, General Montgomery, and Charles Jason. It stated that in the event the Soviets openly attack British troops the military could use any means necessary to eliminate the threat. Exact Numbers and units were still classified, but what was realesed to select members of the Government was:<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #BF0000"">TOP SECRET</span></span><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">OPERATION: END WAR</span></span></span></div><br/>Allotted Units <br/>1. 85,000 Men armed with latest weapons<br/>2. 5,000 Tanks<br/>3. 50 MLRs<br/>4. 3 Aircraft Carriers<br/>5. 9 Battleships<br/>6. 30 Cruisers<br/>7. 1,000 Fighters<br/>8. 500 Bombers<br/>9. 25 Submarines<br/>10.150 SAS agents</blockquote>"
14182,Wars of Man: Cold War: 1943(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324349&start=50,2014-12-22T18:09:00,Pimps Inc,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">The Mexican Miracle</span><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;"">Act I:Two Kings....One Throne</span></div><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/8/8f/Flag_of_Mexico_%281934-1968%29.svg/640px-Flag_of_Mexico_%281934-1968%29.svg.png""/><br/><br/>The Mexican–American War, also known as the Mexican War, the U.S.–Mexican War or the Invasion of Mexico, was a dark time for the United States and the Empire of Mexico (which became the Federal Republic of Mexico during the war) from 1846 to 1848. It followed in the wake of the 1845 U.S. annexation of Texas, which Mexico considered part of its territory, despite the 1836 Texas Revolution.<br/><br/>Combat operations lasted a year and a half, from the spring of 1846 to the fall of 1847. American forces quickly occupied New Mexico and California, then invaded parts of Northeastern Mexico and Northwest Mexico; meanwhile, the Pacific Squadron conducted a blockade, and took control of several garrisons on the Pacific coast further south in Baja California. Another American army captured Mexico City, and the war ended in a victory for the United States.<br/><br/>The Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo specified the major consequence of the war: the forced Mexican Cession of the territories of Alta California and New Mexico to the United States in exchange for $15 million. In addition, the United States assumed $3.25 million of debt owed by the Mexican government to U.S. citizens. Mexico accepted the loss of Texas and thereafter cited the Rio Grande as its national border.<br/><br/>American territorial expansion to the Pacific coast had been the goal of President James K. Polk, the leader of the Democratic Party. However, the war was highly controversial in the United States, with the Whig Party, anti-imperialists and anti-slavery elements strongly opposed. Heavy American casualties and high monetary cost were also criticized. The political aftermath of the war raised the slavery issue in the United States, leading to intense debates that pointed to civil war; the Compromise of 1850 provided a brief respite.<br/><br/>After the shameful defeat of Santa Anna and the cession of Texas,California,and Nevada,the Mexican government had a sudden ""moment of clarity"".This world would never stop warring with each other and so Mexico would not stop either.When President Farias entered office,his reforms lifted the country from the civil unrest and economic plummet with his reforms.Once the economy was repaired,defense became a high priority for Mexico,with 15% of its budget going to defense by the end of the 19th century.<br/><br/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://portside.org/sites/default/files/images/44144570_modotti%201.jpg""/><br/><span style=""color: #008000"">The</span> <span style=""color: #FFFFcF"">Red</span> <span style=""color: #FF0000"">Mexico</span></div><br/>For far too long had Mexico lived under the shadow of the United States of Columbia.Mexico's economy and navy was barely been weaker than the US but the Mexican ground and air forces were superior.Years of technological advancement and steady rise in the national Human Development Index brought in a slight flow of bright minds to Mexico in the 1910s and 1920s.The Mondragon rifle was only the first of many advances,now,it had been modernized and improved against jamming and its vulnerability to the elements had been fixed.That was only the beginning.The common misperception that the Mexican government was unstable had to be proved wrong,as well.With the decision to adopt a more Socialist government,therefore turning ""Red"",it had also been decided commerce and the economy would not be subject to Socialist policies and Mexico adopted Capitalist policies.The aid from the USSR had been warmly welcomed,jump starting the industrial power of Mexico,as well as its military power.The defense budget had been increased to 30% from the past 25% bringing the total to 110 billion dollars.Due to the smaller population,the government encouraged families to have as many as 10 children.The population was projected to grow up to 50 million by 1950.The naval power of Mexico also had to be improved.An additional 41 billion dollars were to be alloted to the navy with talks about a possible aircraft carrier fleet by the end of the decade thanks to aid by the USSR.The battle for supremacy in the Gulf was not so much a priority but Mexico could not be allowed to fall behind so much.The government planned on establishing the United Socialist States of Mexico by the end of the year....<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Current Statistics of the Armed Forces of the United Mexican States*</span></div><br/>Active Size of Armed Forces:640,000<br/>Reserve Force:60,000<br/>Primary Weapon (Rifle):<br/>-M3 Mondragon rifle(Modernized and improved version of the Mondragon)<br/>-PPSH-41<br/>-M4A1 Thompson(Pirated)<br/>-M1 Garand(Pirated;used as sniper rifle)<br/>Secondary Weapon(Handgun):<br/>-Mauser C96<br/>-Colt M1911(pirated)<br/>Number of APC/IFV/IMVs:<br/>-3,000 Crusader tanks (A15)<br/>-2,000 Vickers light tanks<br/>-3,100 Light Tank Mk.VIA<br/>-5,000 Vickers 6-Ton Tank<br/>-4,000 Mark 1 tanks<br/>-1,200 BT7M<br/>-1,004 Hetzer tank destroyer<br/>-700 T35(modified;improved transmission,engine,and lowered vulnerability ""to the elements"")<br/>Number of SPGs:<br/>-700 12-pdr Napoleon<br/>-4,000 10.5 cm leFH 18/40<br/>-9,900 BL 6-inch 26 cwt howitzer<br/>-1,010 QF 25 pounder<br/>-600 AAMC-43-N ""Ehecatl""(Mexican version ZSU-57-2)<br/>Number of MLRSs:<br/>-300 Katyusha rocket launcher(1,000 to be made)<br/>Number of Fighters:<br/>-300 Yakovlev Yak-3(500 to be made)<br/>-4,100 Republic P-47 Thunderbolt<br/>-9,000 P51 Mustang<br/>-7,000 Brewster F2A Buffalo<br/>-2 Messerschmitt Me 163 Komet (prototype;100 to be made by early 1944)<br/>-3 Messerschmitt Me 262(prototype;50 to be made by early 1945)<br/>-1 Sedena NGF Jet fighter prototype(basically the Mikoyan-Gurevich MiG-17)<br/>Number of Bomber Aircraft:<br/>-1,200 Boeing B-29 Superfortress(pirated)<br/>-1 Pyramid Project jet bomber prototype(Mexican version of Horten Ho 229;introduction in 1945)<br/>-3 Pyramid Project jet bomber prototype(Arado Ar 234;introduction in late 1943)<br/>-500 Vultee A-31 Vengeance<br/>-Project Pyramid jet suicide bomber prototype(Fieseler 103R Reichenberg;introduction in mid1943)<br/>Number of Transport and Trainer Aircraft:<br/>-1,100 DFS SG 38 Schulgleiter<br/>Number of Naval Vessels:<br/>-17 Juarez-class battleships(10 Iowa-class & 7 Yamato-class)<br/>-44 Mexico-class heavy cruisers(22 Admiral Hipper-class cruisers & 22Alaska-class cruisers)<br/>-320 Mexica-class destroyers(Fletcher,Allen M. Summer,Gearing classes)<br/>-101 Quetzalcoatl-class Dreadnought(<br/>-227 Dolores-class frigates(Loch-class)<br/>-20 Quintana Roo-class(HMS Audacity (D10))<br/>-500 Fire ships<br/>-450 mine warfare ships<br/>-3 (planned) aircraft carriers to be completed by the 1950s<br/>-4 Cortes-Class submarines(Soviet submarine L-4 type)<br/>-104 U-boats<br/>-270 Cervantes-class submarine(200 Gato-class and 70 coastal defense subs)<br/>-900 PT boats<br/><br/><br/>*These statistics are secret and if a nation in this RP knew these numbers in the IC, it would be an act of Metagaming."
14183,Wars of Man: Cold War: 1943(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324349&start=50,2014-12-22T18:28:00,Pimps Inc,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><hr/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/f/f4/Coat_of_arms_of_Mexico_%281934-1968%29.svg/505px-Coat_of_arms_of_Mexico_%281934-1968%29.svg.png""/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Seal of the Government of Mexico</span></div><br/><hr/><br/><div align=""center"">To:The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland<br/><span style=""font-size: 90%; line-height: 116%;"">10 Downing Street, London SW1A 2AA,[/i]</span><br/>From:United Mexican States<br/><span style=""font-size: 90%; line-height: 116%;"">Bosque de Chapultepec I, Miguel Hidalgo, 11100 Mexico City, Federal District, Mexico<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Chapultepec Castle,</span></span><br/>Encryption:<span style=""color: #FF0000"">TOP PRIORITY</span></div><br/><hr/><br/><br/><sub>Although we are very thankful for the tanks you have provided,there is currently no state of war between the United Mexican States and the United States of Columbia.Instead,there is a a state of cold war in the struggle to hold both economic and military superiority in the Americas.If you ever enter into a state of war or any other military or political conflict with the USC,we will support you cause.Once again we thank you for the Crusader tanks for they will be put to good use.</sub><br/>Sincerely,<br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/d/dd/EPN_Firma.png/119px-EPN_Firma.png""/><br/>Lazaro Cardenas,President of Mexico</blockquote>"
14184,Wars of Man: Cold War: 1943(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324349&start=50,2014-12-22T18:45:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><hr/><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/3/36/Coat_of_Arms_of_Great_Britain_in_Scotland_%281714-1801%29.svg/500px-Coat_of_Arms_of_Great_Britain_in_Scotland_%281714-1801%29.svg.png""/></div><br/><div align=""center"">To:The United Mexican States<br/><span style=""font-size: 90%; line-height: 116%;"">Bosque de Chapultepec I, Miguel Hidalgo, 11100 Mexico City, Federal District, Mexico<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Chapultepec Castle,</span></span><br/>From:United Kingdom<br/><span style=""font-size: 90%; line-height: 116%;"">10 Downing Street, London SW1A 2AA</span><br/>Encryption:<span style=""color: #FF0000"">TOP PRIORITY</span></div><br/><hr/><br/><br/><br/><sub>As you know, Haiti has strong ties to the UK, and with that comes a strategic location. Currently we have 3 Battleships, 12,000 men, 12 Cruisers, and 4 Transports. They are on standby in case either of you strike against the other without proper provocation. Be warned, any attacks against the USC will be seen as an act of war against us. Likewise, if they strike you, we will strike them. Keep this in mind if you do choose to attack without proper provocation.</sub><br/>Sincerely,<br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/1/13/Sir_Winston_Churchill_signature.svg/128px-Sir_Winston_Churchill_signature.svg.png""/><br/>Winston Churchill, Prime Minister of the United Kingdom</blockquote>"
14185,Wars of Man: Cold War: 1943(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324349&start=50,2014-12-22T19:09:00,Soviet Chernarus,"<span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Somewhere in Sicily</span></span><br/><br/>He went over the recent reports; an Italian fleet had been spotted off the port city of Palermo, and it was likely a battle would happen - the INLF were trying to get them to allow the evacuation of civilians. No one knew how it would turn out. There had been an increase in military activity from both sides in Southern Italy, and a small battle had occured in Cosenza, which turned into a defeat for the INLF. Once he arrived to his next town, Messi decided he would have to authorize an order to send extra reinforcements to Palermo. There were 10-15,000 troops near the city that could reach it if a battle erupted, and even more men could arrive there in a matter of days, although he hoped that wouldn't happen.<br/><br/>In the last town he had been in, Messi had shedded his old military uniform and put on some civilian clothes; he had also shaved and had a haircut. This would make him less recognizable. The last thing the INLF needed was for the Italian Air Force to gain wind of where Messi was going. The INLF had only a small force of around 100 aircraft, all scattered around Sicily. Many of them were outdated and considered obsolete; some of them were supplied by the British. In order to avoid being targeted by the Italian air force, who held complete aerial supremacy over the INLF, they used clever tactics such as camoflauge.<br/><br/>Messi continued to read the reports as the jeep continued along a dirt road, passing by a small village. The villagers looked up at the jeeps, and, to Messi's surprise, waved. The huts of the village soon became smaller and smaller, until it disappeared from sight."
14186,Wars of Man: Cold War: 1943(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324349&start=50,2014-12-22T20:22:00,Of The Rnclave,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://cs409316.vk.me/v409316551/1da3/yFhwxDRQbpA.jpg""/></div></blockquote><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #0000FF"">The Economic Bill of Rights</span></span></div><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><span style=""color: #FF0000"">Post Transcript of Speech</span></div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">It is our duty now to begin to lay the plans and determine the strategy for the winning of a lasting peace and the establishment of an American standard of living higher than ever before known. We cannot be content, no matter how high that general standard of living may be, if some fraction of our people — whether it be one-third or one-fifth or one-tenth — is ill-fed, ill-clothed, ill-housed, and insecure.<br/><br/>This Republic had its beginning, and grew to its present strength, under the protection of certain inalienable political rights — among them the right of free speech, free press, free worship, trial by jury, freedom from unreasonable searches and seizures. They were our rights to life and liberty.<br/><br/>As our nation has grown in size and stature, however — as our industrial economy expanded — these political rights proved inadequate to assure us equality in the pursuit of happiness.<br/><br/>We have come to a clear realization of the fact that true individual freedom cannot exist without economic security and independence. ""Necessitous men are not free men."" People who are hungry and out of a job are the stuff of which dictatorships are made.<br/><br/>In our day these economic truths have become accepted as self-evident. We have accepted, so to speak, a second Bill of Rights under which a new basis of security and prosperity can be established for all — regardless of station, race, or creed.<br/><br/>Among these are:<br/><br/>-The right to a useful and remunerative job in the industries or shops or farms or mines of the nation;<br/><br/>-The right to earn enough to provide adequate food and clothing and recreation;<br/><br/>-The right of every farmer to raise and sell his products at a return which will give him and his family a decent living;<br/><br/>-The right of every businessman, large and small, to trade in an atmosphere of freedom from unfair competition and domination by monopolies at home or abroad;<br/><br/>-The right of every family to a decent home;<br/><br/>-The right to adequate medical care and the opportunity to achieve and enjoy good health;<br/><br/>-The right to adequate protection from the economic fears of old age, sickness, accident, and unemployment;<br/><br/>-The right to a good education.<br/><br/>All of these rights spell security. And if this global war for democracy is to be won we must be prepared to move forward, in the implementation of these rights, to new goals of human happiness and well-being.<br/><br/>America's own rightful place in the world depends in large part upon how fully these and similar rights have been carried into practice for our citizens.</blockquote>"
14187,Wars of Man: Cold War: 1943(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324349&start=50,2014-12-22T20:46:00,Pimps Inc,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><hr/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/f/f4/Coat_of_arms_of_Mexico_%281934-1968%29.svg/505px-Coat_of_arms_of_Mexico_%281934-1968%29.svg.png""/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Seal of the Government of Mexico</span></div><br/><hr/><br/><div align=""center"">To:The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland<br/><span style=""font-size: 90%; line-height: 116%;"">10 Downing Street, London SW1A 2AA,[/i]</span><br/>From:United Mexican States<br/><span style=""font-size: 90%; line-height: 116%;"">Bosque de Chapultepec I, Miguel Hidalgo, 11100 Mexico City, Federal District, Mexico<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Chapultepec Castle,</span></span><br/>Encryption:<span style=""color: #FF0000"">TOP PRIORITY</span></div><br/><hr/><br/><br/><sub>You contradict yourself.You state that the tanks are for us to help win ""a secret war"" against the USC,when there is none.The United Mexican States has no current plans on inciting a state of war with the United States of Columbia,on the contrary,it is the USC who will most likely start a war.We thank you once again for the Crusader tanks.</sub><br/>Sincerely,<br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/d/dd/EPN_Firma.png/119px-EPN_Firma.png""/><br/>Lazaro Cardenas,President of Mexico</blockquote>"
14188,Wars of Man: Cold War: 1943(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324349&start=50,2014-12-22T21:26:00,Kazarogkai,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i1159.photobucket.com/albums/p628/CalicoWarrior/FlagofHaiti_zps2488fdf9.png""/></div></div></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Port-au-Prince, The Commonwealth of Haiti</span></span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Triumvirate</span></span><br/><br/>""It appears USC has desire to push their nations agenda upon all others and bring all within their fold""<br/><br/>All present nodded in agreement with one another over this issue. The room was quiet and tense with all 3 members of the triumvirate Louis, Michelle, and Marquis and all of the Ministers present. Europe is still in turmoil so as such the fear was the British may be too occupied to aid such a little nation as this one. The armed forces were not weak but they weren't the best, as expected of such a back water as this one. The general solution was that they should improve upon their defenses ranging from modernizing the mass numbers of coastal forts that we had, put more money into the nations infrastructure to build more railroads to aid in case of an invasion to allow are forces to be mobilized more quickly. The group agreed upon this rather quickly and decided to make a bill to be put through to The Senate.<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-style: italic"">National defensive and infrastructure improvement bill</span></span></span><br/><br/>In the name of national defense we the people have set forth a desire to bring about more spending on improving the national defenses against external invasion, and to allow for a more better prepared and capable force that shall be capable of responding to any and all threats to the national sovereignty and the territorial integrity of the nation. We propose in the following bill a large spending boost to the national infrastructure projects principally focused on railroads in order to allow are forces to better respond to threats to the nation principally invasion but also to help in case of natural disasters(earthquakes, hurricanes, etc). A positive outlier of this would be a boost in commerce allowing for merchants and people to better travel throughout the nation. We also wish to bring about funds that would allow us to modernize the Coastal forts that dot are nations coastline that have always been meant to defend are nations sovereignty, they have done their job well but now need help to better do that job now and all the way into the future.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Agenda</span></span><br/>- Additional funds to be put towards infrastructure improvements via 10% increase of infrastructure budget<br/>- Modernization efforts towards coastal fortifications<br/>- Funds needed: 200 Million Haitian franks($100 million)</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Haitian military forces in exercises</span><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/d/dd/US_Buffalo_Soldiers_Battle_of_Carrizal.jpg""/>"
14189,Wars of Man: Cold War: 1943(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324349&start=50,2014-12-22T22:24:00,Fascist Republic Of Bermuda,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Evinayong, Third Reich</span><br/><br/>The small desert town was typical of Sub-Saharan Africa. A small spot in the middle of the vast desert, the population numbering slightly below 500. However, in the streets, in front of the Town Hall, a building itself aging from the Spanish control over the region, a group of people had gathered. A man, dressed in an aging bundle of clothes, stood atop an ancient pickup truck, holding an improvised bullhorn and a British-made Lee-Enfield. ""The Germans have oppressed us for two long! Their incompetent leadership still thinks it rules Berlin, not our homeland! They don't understand our culture, or our problems, or any of the other things! We must rise and crush them before they wipe us ou..."" He never finished his sentence. A 7.92×57mm Mauser bullet literally blew his head apart. The crowd screamed and scattered as German troops poured into the square. The troops, numbering about 40, were accompanied by a PzKpfw II. The Panzer II's autocannon ripped the crowd to shreds. A few brave souls fired at the Germans, but the crowd was swiftly cut down due to sheer overwhelming German firepower. Total Rebel Casualties: 59. Total German Casualties: 2. It seemed that the Germans were trying to crack down on the populace.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""To Britain""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><div align=""Center""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Official Communiqué of the Third German Reich</span></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/0/06/Reichsadler_der_Deutsches_Reich_%281933%E2%80%931945%29.svg/500px-Reichsadler_der_Deutsches_Reich_%281933%E2%80%931945%29.svg.png""/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Addressed To:</span> The Office of the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Encryption:</span> <span style=""color: #FFFF00"">Medium</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Message:</span> <br/>Guten Tag, Mr. Churchill-<br/><br/>As you should be very aware, your forces, along with the Soviet Union, defeated the mainland Third Reich and driving us away from our homeland. It is also blatantly clear that we stand for a common goal. That goal is the eradication of the disease that is Bolshevism. We come begging you for forgiveness of our nation's former errors and the normalization of relations between our two nations. For now, that is all. Thank you for your time.<br/><br/>-Foreign Minister Joachim von Ribbentrop<br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/f/f3/Joachim_von_Ribbentrop_Signature.svg/200px-Joachim_von_Ribbentrop_Signature.svg.png""/></blockquote></div></div></div></div>"
14190,Wars of Man: Cold War: 1943(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324349&start=50,2014-12-23T05:10:00,Elepis,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><hr/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/d/d6/Coat_of_arms_of_the_Soviet_Union.svg/200px-Coat_of_arms_of_the_Soviet_Union.svg.png""/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">State Emblem of the Soviet Union<br/></span></div><br/><hr/><br/><div align=""center"">From:The Union of Soviet Socialist Republics<br/><span style=""font-size: 90%; line-height: 116%;"">Moscow, Russia, <br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">The Moscow Kremlin,</span></span><br/>To: <span style=""font-weight: bold"">United Kingdom of Great Britain &amp; Ireland </span> <br/><span style=""font-size: 90%; line-height: 116%;""> 10 Downing Street, London SW1A 2AA,<br/></span><br/>TOP SECRET</div><br/><hr/><br/><br/>Mr Prime Minister. Our two countries fought side by side in WW2, we crushed the greatest evil the world has ever seen. I know we have different ideologies and beliefs, but we still have common ground.<br/><br/>Italy<br/><br/>Both of us are supporting the INLF in their rebellion against the fascists of Italy, both of us are sending massive amounts of supplies to Sicily. However, the Italian navy has put the island under lock down. They believe they can stop our supplies getting through. However I have a way to break it. Alone, it would be a great danger for our navies to break the blockade. However, if we combine our force, the Italians would not dare fire.<br/><br/>I propose our to fleets meet up at Malta then sail towards the Italian blockade lines , directly in to Palermo. The Italians would never fire on us and it would be a massive propaganda victory for the USSR, UK and INLF. <br/><br/><br/>Sincerely,<br/>Leon Trotsky</blockquote><br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Japan</span><br/><br/>Colonel Lin Biao read the message from the rebels. ""Idiots"" he said to his 2nd in command. ""Load all the artillery & tanks, aim them at those MG positions"". From the ridge they were on, they had a good view of the town and the defenses around it. ""Radio the RAF, bring in a couple of Il-2s. We will show the imperialists what we can do."" As the planes arrived, about 1/2-2/3 of the towns population left, in fear of the battle to come. 5 minutes later, two Ilyushin Il-2 Šturmovíks, the famed ground attack planes of the Eastern Front flew over the low hills around the town. They turned upwards, going strait up for around 8 seconds, they then banked down wards, diving towards the defenses around the town. They fired their cannon and each plane dropped its two HE bombs, sending up large plies of dirt. The two planes started climbing again, then dived, this time firing their 8 rockets. Although the rockets were aimed at the defenses, many missed their targets and hit building in the town .<br/><br/>After the two planes left, Biao looked through his binoculars in to the town, around the perimeter of the town, he saw the rebels setting up new defenses and clearing away the many dead. ""Tell each tank to prepare 4 shells, pick a target and on my mark fire"". He looked at the town one last time then gave the order ""Fire"". The 12 T-34, 2 TL-2's and one SU-100 fired on the town, sending up massive columns of fire After the smoke settled, Biao ordered the next volley, then two more. ""Good, now order the three cruisers in the bay to fire one shot from each of their 8 inch guns."" The message was sent and the ships fired in to the town. After the rebels had faced the air, sea and tank attacks he sent one more message.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To IJA Rebels<br/><br/>You have felt the power of our artillery and air force. I give you one more chance to surrender. <br/><br/>Colonel Lin Biao, Chinese Red Army</blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Top Secret Soviet Nuclear weapons research lab 50 miles outside Tomsk, Siberia, Russian SFSR, USSR</span><br/><br/>Behind closed, blotted, heavily guarded doors KGB scientists were working on 3 weapons which would change warfare. Division A, lead by Enrico Fermi who fled Italy in 1938 to the USSR (OOC: IRL, USA, IC USSR) the Soviet scientist were working on a nuclear weapon. From KGB intelligence, they new they were behind the UK by around 3-4 months but ahead of the US by 6-12 months. Given a massive boost by the findings of large Nazi Uranium, Plutonium and heavy water stores, the scientists were working at record pace.<br/><br/>Perhaps even more secret (if that was possible) was Division B. Division B were working a two weapons unique to the USSR. The designs were captured in East Prussia by the Red Army who, recognizing its supreme importance put it in the hands of the KGB. The KGB then rigorously interrogated every single Nazi General, politician and scientist to make sure these designs were only in E. Prussia (which they were). The two weapons had the capacity to change all warfare. Named by the Nazi's as the V-1 and V-2 (now called Novgorod and Tula) they were the first efficient, effective medium and long range missiles ever designed. These weapons, kept in top secrecy would not be tested to their full extent for another few months.<br/><br/>The following pictures were sent by 20 KGB/Spetsnaz agents, via armoured train to Moscow, where they were seen only be Trotsky, Zhukov and Tukhachevsky. They were then incinerated.<br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/2/26/Bundesarchiv_Bild_146-1973-029A-24A%2C_Marschflugk%C3%B6rper_V1_vor_Start.jpg""/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/d/de/V-2_Rocket_On_Meillerwagen.jpg""/></div></div></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Operation Twelve Days to Spain</span><br/><br/>12 Days to the Spain was a ULTRA-SECRET document drawn up by Trotsky and Soviet Military high command. It stated that if the USSR was attacked in Europe, the Soviet Military could use any means need to crush capitalist forces in Europe. Up to and including Nuclear and Chemical weapons to, as the name said, to reach the Spanish border within 12 days of war<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Operation Twelve Days to Spain</span></span></div><br/>Minimum Units:<br/>Regular:<br/>A. 1st Shock Army<br/>B. 2nd Guards Tank Army<br/>C. 4th Guards Tank Army<br/>D. 2nd Shock Army<br/>E. 3rd Shock Army<br/>F. 5th Shock Army<br/>G. 8th Guards Army <br/>H. 47th Army<br/>I. 8th Guards Tank Army<br/><br/>Special Units:<br/>2nd Spetsnaz Brigade<br/>16th Spetsnaz Brigade<br/>346th Spetsnaz Brigade<br/>45th Guards Spetsnaz Regiment (Air Borne)<br/><br/>Air Forces:<br/>14th Air Army<br/>4th Air Army<br/>6th Air Army<br/>8th Air Army<br/><br/>Special Weapons: (Note, the special weapons, except the chemical ones, will not be be able for use until 1944-1945) <br/><br/>Category A<br/>6 Nuclear Weapons<br/>10 Chemical Weapons (1= enough to kill 500,000 people)<br/>(The former weapons are to be used ONLY if the USSR is attacked by similar weapons)<br/><br/>Category B<br/><br/>2,800 Novgorod Missiles (developed from V-1)<br/>2,300 Tula Missiles (developed from V-2)<br/><br/>Footnote: Fellow Warsaw Pact countries will deploy smaller forces which will operate under the general command of the Soviet STAVKA</blockquote>"
14191,Wars of Man: Cold War: 1943(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324349&start=50,2014-12-23T05:19:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><hr/><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/3/36/Coat_of_Arms_of_Great_Britain_in_Scotland_%281714-1801%29.svg/500px-Coat_of_Arms_of_Great_Britain_in_Scotland_%281714-1801%29.svg.png""/></div><br/><div align=""center"">To: USSR<br/><span style=""font-size: 90%; line-height: 116%;"">Moscow, Russia, <br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">The Moscow Kremlin,</span><br/></span><br/>From:United Kingdom<br/><span style=""font-size: 90%; line-height: 116%;"">10 Downing Street, London SW1A 2AA</span><br/>Encryption:<span style=""color: #FF0000"">TOP PRIORITY</span></div><br/><hr/><br/><br/><br/><sub>Italy is a problem and it would benefit us both to help the INLF. They have ties with us and you, and that poses a problem, but many more solutions. My people have been told Communism is bad and the USSR is 'evil'{no offence], I personally see another ally to defeat Fascism. We need allies. Yes, I accept your proposal. We will send our ships in 1 week.</sub><br/>Sincerely,<br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/1/13/Sir_Winston_Churchill_signature.svg/128px-Sir_Winston_Churchill_signature.svg.png""/><br/>Winston Churchill, Prime Minister of the United Kingdom</blockquote>"
14192,Wars of Man: Cold War: 1943(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324349&start=50,2014-12-23T05:24:00,Elepis,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><hr/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/d/d6/Coat_of_arms_of_the_Soviet_Union.svg/200px-Coat_of_arms_of_the_Soviet_Union.svg.png""/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">State Emblem of the Soviet Union<br/></span></div><br/><hr/><br/><div align=""center"">From:The Union of Soviet Socialist Republics<br/><span style=""font-size: 90%; line-height: 116%;"">Moscow, Russia, <br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">The Moscow Kremlin,</span></span><br/>To: <span style=""font-weight: bold"">United Kingdom of Great Britain &amp; Ireland </span> <br/><span style=""font-size: 90%; line-height: 116%;""> 10 Downing Street, London SW1A 2AA,<br/></span><br/>TOP SECRET</div><br/><hr/><br/><br/>Good, I will send part of the Black Sea Fleet to Malta in one week. I cannot send it all because they are tied up with another majot situation. The USSR will send the following:<br/>30,000 TT pistols<br/>20,000 PPSH-41s<br/>5,000 Degtyaryov machine guns<br/>2,000 DShK heavy machine guns<br/>100 PTRS-41 anti-tank rifles<br/>100 Katyusha rocket launchers<br/>50 BA-64 armoured cars<br/>30 25 mm automatic air defense gun M1940 (72-K)<br/>20 T-34/85's<br/><br/>What will the UK send?<br/><br/>Sincerely,<br/>Leon Trotsky</blockquote>"
14193,Wars of Man: Cold War: 1943(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324349&start=50,2014-12-23T08:25:00,Elepis,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Boeotia/Attica border, Greece, DSE/Hellenic Army border </span><br/><br/>3 days ago, the Hellenic Army was in Boeotia, now the DSE was at the borders of Attica. As DSE/Red Army troops advanced towards the old front line in Boeotia the Hellenic Army withdrew towards Athens and abandoned Attica. Now, the DSE/Red Army had occupied Boeotia and in one town they were horrified by what they saw. As DSE tanks rolled in to the town, they noticed smoke curling from the churches and municipal buildings, as they entered the town, they found bodies pilled up along the streets and buildings with bullets holes. When they entered the town square they found bodies of civilians hanging from makeshift gallows. Nailed to the town hall was a note.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Partisans of Elasa executed for treason against the king. <br/>Crime: Mass Rioting against the king's garrison, murder of one Hellenic Army officer.<br/>Punishment: Execution of everyone between the age of 16 and 50 in town. 2,500 traitors, hung, shot or bayoneted <br/><br/>God Save the King!<br/>God Save Greece!<br/><br/>Lt Georgios Papadopoulos</blockquote><br/><br/>Meanwhile 3 separate offensives are being planned to take Athens. The first will be a diversionary attack by 70,000 Red Army troops along the heavily defended Highway 44 along the Aegean coast, this will be a purely diversionary attack to draw of Hellenic Army troops. The 2nd will be in the south along the lightly defended E67 through the coastal valleys along the northern gulf of Corinth, this offensive will consist of 240,000 DSE and Red Army troops. The 3rd will be a landing of 20,000 Soviet Marines on the northern tip of the Attica peninsular.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Military</span><br/><br/>The Red Navy has long been the weakest branch of the Soviet Military. Now the 13 million strong Soviet Army is being shrunk to the size of 9 million. With 4 million men being demobilized this has opened up more military funding for the navy. The Navy high command, seeing the success of carrier fleets and destroyers have begun the building of a new fleet and the selling off of the old. The new fleet will be made up of carriers, cruisers, destroyers and frigates. The old battleships and heavy cruisers will be sold or scrapped.<br/><br/>The navy aims to create a fleet of modern ships by 1948<br/><br/>4 carriers<br/>40 sub-marines<br/>50 Cruisers<br/>50 destroyers<br/>30 frigates<br/>As well as various supply, patrol and mine vessels which will not need to be built.<br/><br/>7 Soviet Battleships and 8 Soviet heavy cruisers will either be sold, moth balled or scrapped<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Agriculture</span><br/><br/>Now one year after Nazi armies withdrew from Ukraine and Belarus, burning all the crops they could find, the new giant farms,with new farming equipment and methods have begun bringing in more and more crops. The bread basket of Europe (Southern Russia, Ukraine and Belarus) is back up and running."
14194,Wars of Man: Cold War: 1943(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324349&start=50,2014-12-23T08:38:00,Of The Rnclave,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://cs409316.vk.me/v409316551/1da3/yFhwxDRQbpA.jpg""/></div></blockquote><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #BF0000"">Every Man a King</span></span></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Huey Long's Share Our Wealth Speech<br/><br/>In a national radio address on February 23, 1934, Huey Long unveiled his “Share Our Wealth” plan, a program designed to provide a decent standard of living to all Americans by spreading the nation’s wealth among the people.<br/><br/>Long proposed capping personal fortunes at $50 million each (roughly $600 million in today's dollars) through a restructured, progressive federal tax code and sharing the resulting revenue with the public through government benefits and public works. In subsequent speeches and writings, he revised his graduated tax levy on wealth over $1 million to cap fortunes at $5 - $8 million (or $60 - $96 million today).<br/><br/>The full text of this speech, as printed in Long's official Share Our Wealth pamphlet (see right), appears below.<br/><br/>“EVERY MAN A KING”<br/><br/>Radio Address by Senator Huey P. Long, of Louisiana, February 23, 1934<br/><br/>Is that a right of life when the young children of this country are being reared into a sphere which is more owned by 12 men than it is by 120,000,000 people?”<br/><br/>Ladies and Gentlemen: —<br/><br/>I have only 30 minutes in which to speak to you this evening, and I, therefore, will not be able to discuss in detail so much as I can write when I have all of the time and space that is allowed me for the subjects, but I will undertake to sketch them very briefly without manuscript or preparation, so that you can understand them so well as I can tell them to you tonight.<br/><br/>I contend, my friends, that we have no difficult problem to solve in America, and that is the view of nearly everyone with whom I have discussed the matter here in Washington and elsewhere throughout the United States—that we have no very difficult problem to solve.<br/><br/>It is not the difficulty of the problem which we have; it is the fact that the rich people of this country—and by rich people I mean the super-rich—will not allow us to solve the problems, or rather the one little problem that is afflicting this country, because in order to cure all of our woes it is necessary to scale down the big fortunes, that we may scatter the wealth to be shared by all of the people.<br/><br/>We have a marvelous love for this Government of ours; in fact, it is almost a religion, and it is well that it should be, because we have a splendid form of government and we have a splendid set of laws. We have everything here that we need, except that we have neglected the fundamentals upon which the American Government was principally predicated.<br/><br/>How many of you remember the first thing that the Declaration of Independence said? It said: ""We hold these truths to be self-evident, that there are certain inalienable rights for the people, and among them are life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness;"" and it said further, ""We hold the view that all men are created equal.""<br/><br/>Now, what did they mean by that? Did they mean, my friends, to say that all men are created equal and that that meant that any one man was born to inherit $10,000,000,000 and that another child was to be born to inherit nothing?<br/><br/>Did that mean, my friends, that someone would come into this world without having had an opportunity, of course, to have hit one lick of work, should be born with more than it and all of its children and children's children could ever dispose of, but that another one would have to be born into a life of starvation?<br/><br/>That was not the meaning of the Declaration of Independence when it said that all men are created equal or ""That we hold that all men are created equal.""<br/><br/>Nor was it the meaning of the Declaration of Independence when it said that they held that there were certain rights that were inalienable—the right of life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.<br/><br/>Is that right of life, my friends, when the young children of this country are being reared into a sphere which is more owned by 12 men than it by 120,000,000 people?<br/><br/>Is that, my friends, giving them a fair shake of the dice or anything like the inalienable right of life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness, or anything resembling the fact that all people are created equal; when we have today in America thousands and hundreds of thousands and millions of children on the verge of starvation in a land that is overflowing with too much to eat and too much to wear?<br/><br/>I do not think you will contend that, and I do not think for a moment that they will contend it.<br/><br/>Now let us see if we cannot return this Government to the Declaration of Independence and see if we are going to do anything regarding it. Why should we hesitate or why should we quibble or why should we quarrel with one another to find out what the difficulty is, when we know that the Lord told us what the difficulty is, and Moses wrote it out so a blind man could see it, then Jesus told us all about it, and it was later written in the Book of James, where everyone could read it?<br/><br/>I refer to the Scriptures, now, my friends, and give you what it says not for the purpose of convincing you of the wisdom of myself, not for the purpose, ladies and gentlemen, of convincing you of the fact that I am quoting the Scriptures means that I am to be more believed than someone else; but I quote you the Scripture, or rather refer you to the Scripture, because whatever you see there you may rely upon will never be disproved so long as you or your children or anyone may live; and you may further depend upon the fact that not one historical fact that the Bible has ever contained has ever yet been disproved by any scientific discovery or by reason of anything that has been disclosed to man through his own individual mind or through the wisdom of the Lord which the Lord has allowed him to have.<br/><br/>But the Scripture says, ladies and gentlemen, that no country can survive, or for a country to survive it is necessary that we keep the wealth scattered among the people, that nothing should keep the wealth scattered among the people, that nothing should be held permanently by any one person, and that 50 years seems to be the year of jubilee in which all property would be scattered about and returned to the sources from which it originally came, and every seventh year debt should be remitted.<br/><br/>Those two things the Almighty said to be necessary—I should say He knew to be necessary, or else He would not have so prescribed that the property would be kept among the general run of the people, and that everyone would continue to share in it; so that no one man would get half of it and hand it down to a son, who takes half of what was left, and that son hand it down to another one, who would take half of what was left, until, like a snowball going downhill, all of the snow was off of the ground except what the snowball had.<br/><br/>I believe that was the judgment and the view and the law of the Lord, that we would have to distribute wealth ever so often, in order that there could not be people starving to death in a land of plenty, as there is in America today.<br/><br/>We have in America today more wealth, more goods, more food, more clothing, more houses than we have ever had. We have everything in abundance here.<br/><br/>We have the farm problem, my friends, because we have too much cotton, because we have too much wheat, and have too much corn, and too much potatoes.<br/><br/>We have a home loan problem, because we have too many houses, and yet nobody can buy them and live in them.<br/><br/>We have trouble, my friends, In the country, because we have too much money owing, the greatest indebtedness that has ever been given to civilization, where it has been shown that we are incapable of distributing the actual things that are here, because the people have not money enough to supply themselves with them, and because the greed of a few men is such that they think it is necessary that they own everything, and their pleasure consists in the starvation of the masses, and in their possessing things they cannot use, and their children cannot use, but who bask in the splendor of sunlight and wealth, casting darkness and despair and impressing it on everyone else.<br/><br/>""So, therefore,"" said the Lord in effect, ""if you see these things that now have occurred and exist in this and other countries, there must be a constant scattering of wealth in any country if this country is to survive.""<br/><br/>""Then,"" said the Lord, in effect, ""every seventh year there shall be a remission of debts; there will be no debts after 7 years."" That was the law.<br/><br/>Now, let us take America today. We have in America today, ladies and gentlemen, $272,000,000,000 of debt. Two hundred and seventy-two thousand millions of dollars of debts are owed by the various people of this country today. Why, my friends, that cannot be paid. It is not possible for that kind of debt to be paid.<br/><br/>The entire currency of the United States is only $6,000,000,000. That is all of the money that we have got in America today. All the actual money you have got in all of your banks, all that you have got in the Government Treasury, is $6,000,000,000; and if you took all that money and paid it out today you would still owe $266,000,000,000; and if you took all that money and paid again you would still owe $260,000,000,000; and if you took it, my friends, 20 times and paid it you would still owe $150,000,000,000.<br/><br/>You would have to have 45 times the entire money supply of the United States today to pay the debts of the people of America and then they would just have to start out from scratch, without a dime to go on with.<br/><br/>So, my friends, it is impossible to pay all of these debts, and you might as well find out that it cannot be done. The United States Supreme Court has definitely found out that it could not be done, because, in a Minnesota case, it held that when a State has postponed the evil day of collecting a debt it was a valid and constitutional exercise of legislative power.<br/><br/>Now, ladies and gentlemen, if I may proceed to give you some other words that I think you can understand—I am not going to belabor you by quoting tonight—I am going to tell you what the wise men of all ages and all times, down even to the present day, have all said: That you must keep the wealth of the country scattered, and you must limit the amount that any one man can own. You cannot let any man own §300,000,000,000 or $400,000,000,000. If you do, one man can own all of the wealth that the United States has in it.<br/><br/>Now, my friends, if you were off on an island where there were 100 lunches, you could not let one man eat up the hundred lunches, or take the hundred lunches and not let anybody else eat any of them. If you did, there would not be anything else for the balance of the people to consume.<br/><br/>So, we have in America today, my friends, a condition by which about 10 men dominate the means of activity in at least 85 percent of the activities that you own. They either own directly everything or they have got some kind of mortgage on it, with a very small percentage to be excepted. They own the banks, they own the steel mills, they own the railroads, they own the bonds, they own the mortgages, they own the stores, and they have chained the country from one end to the other until there is not any kind of business that a small, independent man could go into today and make a living, and there is not any kind of business that an independent man can go into and make any money to buy an automobile with; and they have finally and gradually and steadily eliminated everybody from the fields in which there is a living to be made, and still they have got little enough sense to think they ought to be able to get more business out of it anyway.<br/><br/>If you reduce a man to the point where he is starving to death and bleeding and dying, how do you expect that man to get hold of any money to spend with you? It is not possible.<br/><br/>Then, ladies and gentlemen, how do you expect people to live, when the wherewith cannot be had by the people?<br/><br/>In the beginning I quoted from the Scriptures. I hope you will understand that I am not quoting Scripture to you to convince you of my goodness personally, because that is a thing between me and my Maker; that is something as to how I stand with my Maker and as to how you stand with your Maker. That is not concerned with this issue, except and unless there are those of you who would be so good as to pray for the souls of some of UK. Rut the Lord gave His law, and in the Book of James they said so, that the rich should weep and howl for the miseries that had come upon them; and, therefore, it was written that when the rich hold goods they could not use and could not consume, you will inflict punishment on them, and nothing but days of woe ahead of them.<br/><br/>Then we have heard of the great Greek philosopher, Socrates, and the greater Greek philosopher, Plato, and we have read the dialogue between Plato and Socrates, in which one said that great riches brought on great poverty, and would be destructive of a country. Read what they said. Read what Plato said; that you must not let any one man be too poor, and you must not let any one man be too rich; that the same mill that grinds out the extra rich is the mill that will grind out the extra poor, because, in order that the extra rich can become so affluent, they must necessarily take more of what ordinarily would belong to the average man.<br/><br/>It is a very simple process of mathematics that you do not have to study, and that no one is going to discuss with you.<br/><br/>So that was the view of Socrates and Plato. That was the view of the English statesmen. That was the view of American statesmen. That was the view of American statesmen like Daniel Webster, Thomas Jefferson, Abraham Lincoln, William Jennings Bryan, and Theodore Roosevelt, and even as late as Herbert Hoover and Franklin D. Roosevelt.<br/><br/>Both of these men, Mr. Hoover and Mr. Roosevelt, came out and said there had to be a decentralization of wealth, but neither one of them did anything about it. But, nevertheless, they recognized the principle. The fact that neither one of them ever did anything about it is their own problem that I am not undertaking to criticize; but had Mr. Hoover carried out what he says ought to be done, he would be retiring from the President's office, very probably, 8 years from now, instead of 1 year ago; and had Mr. Roosevelt proceeded along the lines that he stated were necessary for the decentralization of wealth, he would have gone, my friends, a long way already, and within a few months he would have probably reached a solution of all of the problems that afflict this country today.<br/><br/>But I wish to warn you now that nothing that has been done up to this date has taken one dime away from these big fortune-holders; they own just as much as they did, and probably a little bit more; they hold just as many of the debts of the common people as they ever held, and probably a little bit more; and unless we, my friends, are going to give the people of this country a fair shake of the dice, by which they will all get something out of the funds of this land, there is not a chance on the topside of this God's eternal earth by which we can rescue this country and rescue the people of this country.<br/><br/>It is necessary to save the government of the country, but is much more necessary to save the people of America. We love this country. We love this Government. It is a religion, I say. It is a kind of religion people have read of when women, in the name of religion, would take their infant babes and throw them into the burning flame, where they would be instantly devoured by the all-consuming fire, in days gone by; and there probably are some people of the world even today, who, in the name of religion, throw their own babes to destruction; but in the name of our good government, people today are seeing their own children hungry, tired, half-naked, lifting their tear-dimmed eyes into the sad faces of their fathers and mothers, who cannot give them food and clothing they both need, and which is necessary to sustain them, and that goes on day after day, and night after night, when day gets into darkness and blackness, knowing those children would arise in the morning without being fed, and probably go to bed at night without being fed.<br/><br/>Yet in the name of our Government, and all alone, those people undertake and strive as hard as they can to keep a good government alive, and how long they can stand that no one knows. If I were in their place tonight, the place where millions are, I hope that I would have what I might say—I cannot give you the word to express the kind of fortitude they have; that is the word—I hope that I might have the fortitude to praise and honor my Government that had allowed me here in this land, where there is too much to eat and too much to wear, to starve in order that a handful of men can have so much more than they can ever eat or they can ever wear.<br/><br/>Now, we have organized a society, and we call it ""Share Our Wealth Society,"" a society with the motto ""Every Man a King.""<br/><br/>Every man a king, so there would be no such thing as a man or woman who did not have the necessities of life, who would not be dependent upon the whims and caprices and ipsi dixit of the financial barons for a living. What do we propose by this society? We propose to limit the wealth of big men in the country. There is an average of $15,000 in wealth to every family in America. That is right here today.<br/><br/>We do not propose to divide it up equally. We do not propose a division of wealth, but we propose to limit poverty that we will allow to be inflicted upon any man's family. We will not say we are going to try to guarantee any equality, or $15,000 to a family. No; but we do say that one third of the average is low enough for any one family to hold, that there should be a guarantee of a family wealth of around $5,000; enough for a home, an automobile, a radio, and the ordinary conveniences, and the opportunity to educate their children; a fair share of the income of this land thereafter to that family so there will be no such thing as merely the select to have those things, and so there will be no such thing as a family living in poverty and distress.<br/><br/>We have to limit fortunes. Our present plan is that we will allow no one man to own more that $50,000,000. We think that with that limit we will be able to carry out the balance of the program. It may be necessary that we limit it to less than $50,000,000. It may be necessary, in working out of the plans that no man's fortune would be more than $10,000,000 or $15,000,000. But be that as it may, it will still be more than any one man, or any one man and his children and their children, will be able to spend in their lifetimes; and it is not necessary or reasonable to have wealth piled up beyond that point where we cannot prevent poverty among the masses.<br/><br/>Another thing we propose is old-age pension of $30 a month for everyone that is 60 years old. Now, we do not give this pension to a man making $1,000 a year, and we do not give it to him if he has $10,000 in property, but outside of that we do.<br/><br/>We will limit hours of work. There is not any necessity of having overproduction. I think all you have got to do, ladies and gentlemen, is just limit the hours of work to such an extent as people will work only so long as it is necessary to produce enough for all of the people to have what they need. Why, ladies and gentlemen, let us say that all of these labor-saving devices reduce hours down to where you do not have to work but 4 hours a day; that is enough for these people, and then praise be the name of the Lord, if it gets that good. Let it be good and not a curse, and then we will have 5 hours a day and 5 days a week-, or even less than that, and we might give a man a whole month off during a year, or give him 2 months; and we might do what other countries have seen fit to do, and what I did in Louisiana, by having schools by which adults could go back and learn the things that have been discovered since they went to school.<br/><br/>We will not have any trouble taking care of the agricultural situation. All you have to do is balance your production with your consumption. You simply have to abandon a particular crop that you have too much of, and all you have to do is store the surplus for the next year, and the Government will take it over.<br/><br/>When you have good crops in the area in which the crops that have been planted are sufficient for another year, put in your public works in the particular year when you do not need to raise any more, and by that means you get everybody employed. When the Government has enough of any particular crop to take care of all of the people, that will be all that is necessary; and in order to do all of this, our taxation is going to be to take the billion-dollar fortunes and strip them down to frying size, not to exceed $50,000,000, and if it is necessary to come to $10,000,000, we will come to $10,000,000. We have worked the proposition out to guarantee a limit upon property (and no man will own less than one-third the average), and guarantee a reduction of fortunes and a reduction of hours to spread wealth throughout this country. We would care for the old people above 60 and take them away from this thriving industry and give them a chance to enjoy the necessities and live in ease, and thereby lift from the market the labor which would probably create a surplus of commodities.<br/><br/>Those are the things we propose to do. ""Every Man a King."" Every man to eat when there is something to eat; all to wear something when there is something to wear. That makes us all a sovereign.<br/><br/>You cannot solve these things through these various and sundry alphabetical codes. You can have the N. R. A. and P. W. A. and C. W. A. and the U. U. G. and G. I. N. and any other kind of dad-gummed lettered code. You can wait until doomsday and see 25 more alphabets, but that is not going to solve this proposition. Why hide? Why quibble? You know what the trouble is. The man that says he does not know what the trouble is is just hiding his face to keep from seeing the sunlight.<br/><br/>God told you what the trouble was. The philosophers told you what the trouble was; and when you have a country where one man owns more than 100,000 people, or a million people, and when you have a country where there are four men, as in America, that have got more control over things than all the 120,000,000 people together, you know what the trouble is.<br/><br/>We had these great incomes in this country; but the farmer, who plowed from sunup to sundown, who labored here from sunup to sundown for 6 days a week, wound up at the end of the time with practically nothing.<br/><br/>And we ought to take care of the veterans of the wars in this program. That is a small matter. Suppose it does cost a billion dollars a year—that means that the money will be scattered throughout this country. We ought to pay them a bonus. We can do it. We ought to take care of every single one of the sick and disabled veterans. I do not care whether a man got sick on the battlefield or did not; every man that wore the uniform of this country is entitled to be taken care of, and there is money enough to do it; and we need to spread the wealth of the country, which you did not do in what you call the N. R. A.<br/><br/>If the N. R. A. has done any good, I can put it all in my eye without having it hurt. All I can see that the N. R. A. has done is to put the little man out of business—the little merchant in his store, the little Italian that is running a fruit stand, or the Greek shoe-shining stand, who has to take hold of a code of 275 pages and study it with a spirit level and compass and looking-glass; he has to hire a Philadelphia lawyer to tell him what is in the code; and by the time he learns what the code is, he is in jail or out of business; and they have got a chain code system that has already put him out of business. The N. R. A. is not worth anything, and I said so when they put it through.<br/><br/>Now, my friends, we have got to hit the root with the ax. Centralized power in the hands of a few, with centralized credit in the hands of a few, is the trouble.<br/><br/>Get together in your community tonight or tomorrow and organize one of our Share Our Wealth Societies. If you do not understand it, write me and let me send you the platform; let me give you the proof of it.<br/><br/>This is Huey P. Long talking, United States Senator, Washington, D. C. Write me and let me send you the data on this proposition. Enroll with us. Let us make known to the people what we are going to do. I will send you a button, if I have got enough of them left. We have got a little button that some of our friends designed, with our message around the rim of the button, and in the center ""Every Man a King."" Many thousands of them are meeting through the United States, and every day we are getting hundreds and hundreds of letters. Share Our Wealth Societies are now being organized, and people have it within their power to relieve themselves from this terrible situation.<br/><br/>Look at what the Mayo brothers announced this week, these greatest scientists of all the world today, who are entitled to have more money than all the Morgans and the Rockefellers, or anyone else, and yet the Mayos turn back their big fortunes to be used for treating the sick, and said they did not want to lay up fortunes in this earth, but wanted to turn them back where they would do some good; but the other big capitalists are not willing to do that, are not willing to do what these men, 10 times more worthy, have already done, and it is going to take a law to require them to do it.<br/><br/>Organize your Share Our Wealth Society and get your people to meet with you, and make known your wishes to your Senators and Representatives in Congress.<br/><br/>Now, my friends, I am going to stop. I thank you for this opportunity to talk to you. I am having to talk under the auspices and by the grace and permission of the National Broadcasting System tonight, and they are letting me talk free. If I had the money, and I wish I had the money, I would like to talk to you more often on this line, but I have not got it, and I cannot expect these people to give it to me free except on some rare instance. But, my friends, I hope to have the opportunity to talk with you, and I am writing to you, and I hope that you will get up and help in the work, because the resolutions and bills are before Congress, and we hope to have your help in getting together and organizing your Share Our Wealth Societies.<br/><br/>Now, that I have but a minute left, I want to say that I suppose my family is listening in on the radio in New Orleans, and I will say to my wife and three children that I am entirely well and hope to be home before many more days, and I hope they have listened to my speech tonight, and I wish them and all of their neighbors and friends everything good that may be had.<br/><br/>I thank you, my friends, for your kind attention, and I hope you will enroll with us, take care of your own work in the work of this Government, and share or help in our Share Our Wealth Societies.<br/><br/>I thank you.</blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/>OOC- It's hella long guys, if your not ready to read a lot,don't open"
14195,Wars of Man: Cold War: 1943(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324349&start=50,2014-12-23T11:40:00,Elepis,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><hr/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/d/d6/Coat_of_arms_of_the_Soviet_Union.svg/200px-Coat_of_arms_of_the_Soviet_Union.svg.png""/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">State Emblem of the Soviet Union<br/></span></div><br/><hr/><br/><div align=""center"">From:The Union of Soviet Socialist Republics<br/><span style=""font-size: 90%; line-height: 116%;"">Moscow, Russia, <br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">The Moscow Kremlin,</span></span><br/>To:United Mexican States<br/><span style=""font-size: 90%; line-height: 116%;"">Bosque de Chapultepec I, Miguel Hidalgo, 11100 Mexico City, Federal District, Mexico<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Chapultepec Castle,</span></span><br/>TOP SECRET</div><br/><hr/><br/><br/>Dear Comrade Cardenas, <br/><br/>The KGB has informed me the Mexico has a number of B-29 superfortresss bomber (or variations). The USSR would like to buy 2 of these aircraft so we can study and improve them. We can then sell improved models to our allies, including Mexico. The USSR also has around 800 BT-7M tanks which we could sell to Mexico. We have replaced the BT-7 with T-34/85s and LT tanks which we could also sell to you.<br/><br/>Sincerely,<br/>Leon Trotsky</blockquote>"
14196,Wars of Man: Cold War: 1943(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324349&start=50,2014-12-23T12:59:00,Mangjukoia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Elepis <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324349&amp;p=22890261#p22890261"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Japan</span><br/><br/>Colonel Lin Biao read the message from the rebels. ""Idiots"" he said to his 2nd in command. ""Load all the artillery &amp; tanks, aim them at those MG positions"". From the ridge they were on, they had a good view of the town and the defenses around it. ""Radio the RAF, bring in a couple of Il-2s. We will show the imperialists what we can do."" As the planes arrived, about 1/2-2/3 of the towns population left, in fear of the battle to come. 5 minutes later, two Ilyushin Il-2 Šturmovíks, the famed ground attack planes of the Eastern Front flew over the low hills around the town. They turned upwards, going strait up for around 8 seconds, they then banked down wards, diving towards the defenses around the town. They fired their cannon and each plane dropped its two HE bombs, sending up large plies of dirt. The two planes started climbing again, then dived, this time firing their 8 rockets. Although the rockets were aimed at the defenses, many missed their targets and hit building in the town .<br/><br/>After the two planes left, Biao looked through his binoculars in to the town, around the perimeter of the town, he saw the rebels setting up new defenses and clearing away the many dead. ""Tell each tank to prepare 4 shells, pick a target and on my mark fire"". He looked at the town one last time then gave the order ""Fire"". The 12 T-34, 2 TL-2's and one SU-100 fired on the town, sending up massive columns of fire After the smoke settled, Biao ordered the next volley, then two more. ""Good, now order the three cruisers in the bay to fire one shot from each of their 8 inch guns."" The message was sent and the ships fired in to the town. After the rebels had faced the air, sea and tank attacks he sent one more message.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To IJA Rebels<br/><br/>You have felt the power of our artillery and air force. I give you one more chance to surrender. <br/><br/>Colonel Lin Biao, Chinese Red Army</blockquote><br/></div></blockquote><br/><br/>Instead of responding to the Red Army in the form of messages, the rebels responded in the form of Knee Mortars and old Type 92 Battalion guns. The light artillery were fired at the Red Army, along with some shots from Japanese snipers. Some Japanese rebels tried escaping the town to relay back a message to a larger rebel force that they need support."
14197,Wars of Man: Cold War: 1943(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324349&start=50,2014-12-23T13:20:00,Pimps Inc,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><hr/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/f/f4/Coat_of_arms_of_Mexico_%281934-1968%29.svg/505px-Coat_of_arms_of_Mexico_%281934-1968%29.svg.png""/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Seal of the Government of Mexico</span></div><br/><hr/><br/><div align=""center"">To:The Union of Soviet Socialist Republics<br/><span style=""font-size: 90%; line-height: 116%;"">Moscow, Russia, <br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">The Moscow Kremlin,</span></span><br/>From:United Mexican States<br/><span style=""font-size: 90%; line-height: 116%;"">Bosque de Chapultepec I, Miguel Hidalgo, 11100 Mexico City, Federal District, Mexico<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Chapultepec Castle,</span></span><br/>Encryption:<span style=""color: #FF0000"">TOP PRIORITY</span></div><br/><hr/><br/><br/><sub>Camarada Trotsky,<br/>We do have designs we have pirated of the Boeing B-29 Superfortress.We have the original designs from stolen B-29s,which we mass produced,as well as modified designs by our defense companies,SEDENA,and our automotive/defense company, DINA S.A.We do not need any more tanks at this time,thank you,but we ask you to refrain from spying on our Armed Forces in the future.We will ship two aircraft,free of charge, to a port of your choice and they shall arrive in a week.When will OUR aid package be delivered to Veracruz?</sub><br/>Sincerely,<br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/d/dd/EPN_Firma.png/119px-EPN_Firma.png""/><br/>Lazaro Cardenas,President of Mexico</blockquote>"
14198,Wars of Man: Cold War: 1943(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324349&start=75,2014-12-23T13:40:00,Elepis,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><hr/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/d/d6/Coat_of_arms_of_the_Soviet_Union.svg/200px-Coat_of_arms_of_the_Soviet_Union.svg.png""/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">State Emblem of the Soviet Union<br/></span></div><br/><hr/><br/><div align=""center"">From:The Union of Soviet Socialist Republics<br/><span style=""font-size: 90%; line-height: 116%;"">Moscow, Russia, <br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">The Moscow Kremlin,</span></span><br/>To:United Mexican States<br/><span style=""font-size: 90%; line-height: 116%;"">Bosque de Chapultepec I, Miguel Hidalgo, 11100 Mexico City, Federal District, Mexico<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Chapultepec Castle,</span></span><br/>TOP SECRET</div><br/><hr/><br/><br/>Dear Comrade Cardenas, <br/><br/>Thank you, I ask they be shipped to Gdansk, Poland. These will help the RAF enormously. As for spying on your military, you must understand this data comes from the period of the Great Patriotic War when we were worried USC, Mexico or Brazil would side with the enemy. We gathered data on all three armed forces. We stopped the spying operation when Red Army troops took the Chancellery.<br/><br/>As for your aid, I dispatched the ships 5 days ago from Gdansk, they should arrive in Veracruz in one week depending on the weather.<br/><br/>I also ask you to set a side an area of Jamaica around 6 miles squared for top secret weapons which I cannot discuss over letters, however, I would be happy to tell you about them in Moscow if you wish to visit. <br/> <br/>Sincerely,<br/>Leon Trotsky</blockquote>"
14199,Wars of Man: Cold War: 1943(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324349&start=75,2014-12-23T14:10:00,Pimps Inc,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><hr/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/f/f4/Coat_of_arms_of_Mexico_%281934-1968%29.svg/505px-Coat_of_arms_of_Mexico_%281934-1968%29.svg.png""/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Seal of the Government of Mexico</span></div><br/><hr/><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/2/21/Los_Pinos_Mexican_Seal.svg/240px-Los_Pinos_Mexican_Seal.svg.png""/></div><br/><div align=""center"">From:United Mexican States<br/><span style=""font-size: 90%; line-height: 116%;"">Bosque de Chapultepec I, Miguel Hidalgo, 11100 Mexico City, Federal District, Mexico<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Chapultepec Castle,</span></span></div><br/><div align=""center"">To:The Union of Soviet Socialist Republics<br/><span style=""font-size: 90%; line-height: 116%;"">Moscow, Russia, <br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">The Moscow Kremlin,</span></span></div><br/>Encryption:<span style=""color: #FF0000"">TOP PRIORITY</span><br/><hr/><br/><sub>Camarada Trotsky,<br/>We are happy to know the aid has been shipped to us and the B-29s will be sent and arrive in a week at most,if the weather permits.<br/><br/>The district of Hanover in Jamaica is sparsely populated with lots of clear open space for your weapons testing and armed training.We will clear the district of citizens and turn it into a restricted military area in 2 weeks time.I will gladly visit Moscow.Give a date and time and I shall be happy to oblige.</sub><br/><br/>Sincerely,<br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/d/dd/EPN_Firma.png/119px-EPN_Firma.png""/><br/>Lazaro Cardenas,President of Mexico</blockquote>"
14200,Wars of Man: Cold War: 1943(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324349&start=75,2014-12-23T20:52:00,Australian Antarctica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Fascist Republic Of Bermuda <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324349&amp;p=22888004#p22888004"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Evinayong, Third Reich</span><br/><br/>The small desert town was typical of Sub-Saharan Africa. A small spot in the middle of the vast desert, the population numbering slightly below 500. However, in the streets, in front of the Town Hall, a building itself aging from the Spanish control over the region, a group of people had gathered. A man, dressed in an aging bundle of clothes, stood atop an ancient pickup truck, holding an improvised bullhorn and a British-made Lee-Enfield. ""The Germans have oppressed us for two long! Their incompetent leadership still thinks it rules Berlin, not our homeland! They don't understand our culture, or our problems, or any of the other things! We must rise and crush them before they wipe us ou..."" He never finished his sentence. A 7.92×57mm Mauser bullet literally blew his head apart. The crowd screamed and scattered as German troops poured into the square. The troops, numbering about 40, were accompanied by a PzKpfw II. The Panzer II's autocannon ripped the crowd to shreds. A few brave souls fired at the Germans, but the crowd was swiftly cut down due to sheer overwhelming German firepower. Total Rebel Casualties: 59. Total German Casualties: 2. It seemed that the Germans were trying to crack down on the populace. <br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""To Britain""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><div align=""Center""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Official Communiqué of the Third German Reich</span></span><br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/0/06/Reichsadler_der_Deutsches_Reich_%281933%E2%80%931945%29.svg/500px-Reichsadler_der_Deutsches_Reich_%281933%E2%80%931945%29.svg.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Addressed To:</span> The Office of the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Encryption:</span> <span style=""color: #FFFF00"">Medium</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Message:</span> <br/>Guten Tag, Mr. Churchill-<br/><br/>As you should be very aware, your forces, along with the Soviet Union, defeated the mainland Third Reich and driving us away from our homeland. It is also blatantly clear that we stand for a common goal. That goal is the eradication of the disease that is Bolshevism. We come begging you for forgiveness of our nation's former errors and the normalization of relations between our two nations. For now, that is all. Thank you for your time.<br/><br/>-Foreign Minister Joachim von Ribbentrop<br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/f/f3/Joachim_von_Ribbentrop_Signature.svg/200px-Joachim_von_Ribbentrop_Signature.svg.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</blockquote></div></div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Nazi-Not Germany<br/>From: Britain<br/>Why should we forgive you? Don't think we forgot about the camps...</blockquote>"
14201,Wars of Man: Cold War: 1943(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324349&start=75,2014-12-24T02:09:00,Elepis,"<blockquote><div><cite>Mangjukoia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324349&amp;p=22893717#p22893717"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Elepis <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324349&amp;p=22890261#p22890261"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Japan</span><br/><br/>Colonel Lin Biao read the message from the rebels. ""Idiots"" he said to his 2nd in command. ""Load all the artillery &amp; tanks, aim them at those MG positions"". From the ridge they were on, they had a good view of the town and the defenses around it. ""Radio the RAF, bring in a couple of Il-2s. We will show the imperialists what we can do."" As the planes arrived, about 1/2-2/3 of the towns population left, in fear of the battle to come. 5 minutes later, two Ilyushin Il-2 Šturmovíks, the famed ground attack planes of the Eastern Front flew over the low hills around the town. They turned upwards, going strait up for around 8 seconds, they then banked down wards, diving towards the defenses around the town. They fired their cannon and each plane dropped its two HE bombs, sending up large plies of dirt. The two planes started climbing again, then dived, this time firing their 8 rockets. Although the rockets were aimed at the defenses, many missed their targets and hit building in the town .<br/><br/>After the two planes left, Biao looked through his binoculars in to the town, around the perimeter of the town, he saw the rebels setting up new defenses and clearing away the many dead. ""Tell each tank to prepare 4 shells, pick a target and on my mark fire"". He looked at the town one last time then gave the order ""Fire"". The 12 T-34, 2 TL-2's and one SU-100 fired on the town, sending up massive columns of fire After the smoke settled, Biao ordered the next volley, then two more. ""Good, now order the three cruisers in the bay to fire one shot from each of their 8 inch guns."" The message was sent and the ships fired in to the town. After the rebels had faced the air, sea and tank attacks he sent one more message.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To IJA Rebels<br/><br/>You have felt the power of our artillery and air force. I give you one more chance to surrender. <br/><br/>Colonel Lin Biao, Chinese Red Army</blockquote><br/></div></blockquote><br/><br/>Instead of responding to the Red Army in the form of messages, the rebels responded in the form of Knee Mortars and old Type 92 Battalion guns. The light artillery were fired at the Red Army, along with some shots from Japanese snipers. Some Japanese rebels tried escaping the town to relay back a message to a larger rebel force that they need support.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The mortars were no problem, the tanks were much to far from the rebels for the mortars to do any damage. The Type-92's posed more of a threat but again the tanks were just to far out of range of the shells to have much effect. One did land on a single LT-2 tank but because of its thick, slopped armour it had very little effect. As the Japanese were firing their light artillery, the CRA noticed around 10 Japanese soldiers on bikes trying to escape. The colonel called in another airstrike and this time two Yak-3's flew over the Japanese soldiers trying to escape mowing them down with machine gun and cannon fire.<br/><br/>""It seems the rebels of chosen to fight. Very well. Order the ships in the bay to continue firing, prepare our men for a general assault."" The orders were carried out and for 10 minutes while the men got in position behind the ridge, outside the Japanese field of view, the 4, 8, 10 and 12 inch guns of the three cruisers in the bay continued firing on the town. By the time the 10 minutes were up the red army troops were formed in three columns of 916 men each. One in the north, one in the south and one in the west. The western column was also made up of the soviets armour. The SU-100 stayed on the ridge to provide supporting fire.<br/><br/>The Colonel called over the radio of his tank ""Remember Nanjing! ATTACK!"" The central column steamed down the hill, the tanks fired their 88mm & 120 mm guns at the rebels positions. CRA troops charged behind them or sat on the back of the tanks, some operating the DShK heavy machine guns on top of the tanks turrets. By the time the western column was halfway down the hill, the northern column, made up of 916 soldiers attacked as well, the southern column was to stay in reserve in case rebel reinforcements arrived"
14202,Wars of Man: Cold War: 1943(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324349&start=75,2014-12-24T09:22:00,Elepis,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><hr/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/d/d6/Coat_of_arms_of_the_Soviet_Union.svg/200px-Coat_of_arms_of_the_Soviet_Union.svg.png""/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">State Emblem of the Soviet Union<br/></span></div><br/><hr/><br/><div align=""center"">From:The Union of Soviet Socialist Republics<br/><span style=""font-size: 90%; line-height: 116%;"">Moscow, Russia, <br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">The Moscow Kremlin,</span></span><br/>To:United Mexican States<br/><span style=""font-size: 90%; line-height: 116%;"">Bosque de Chapultepec I, Miguel Hidalgo, 11100 Mexico City, Federal District, Mexico<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Chapultepec Castle,</span></span><br/>TOP SECRET</div><br/><hr/><br/><br/>Dear Comrade Cardenas, <br/><br/>I thank you for shipping the B-29's. The base in Jamaica will not be needed for another 4-5 months.<br/>You are welcome to visit Moscow on the 20th February, 10 days from now. <br/> <br/>Sincerely,<br/>Leon Trotsky</blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Athens</span><br/><br/>2 days ago the assault on Hellenic Army positions had begun. A mainly Red Army force of 70,000 men in the north and a mixed force of DSE & Red Army in the south. 20,000 Marines of the Black Sea and Baltic fleets landed of Athens, encircling Athens and Attica on three sides. The three forces advanced quickly through the out gunned, out numbered and demoralized monarchist positions. Many soldiers surrendered or simply left the front, returning to their farms in Attica. Some areas did offer stiffer resistance, at a convent on a low mountain near the gulf of Corinth, member of the Royal Guards held out for 5 hours but where eventually dislodged by large RAF air strikes. The Black sea fleet has cut off the port of Piraeus, stopping the grin flow in to Athens.<br/><br/>In the Peloponnese, the DSE guerrillas, supported by Spetsnaz forces have opened up a second front, in the peninsular taking all of the regions except conservative Laconia, the King of Greece is reported to have fled Athens to Laconia, setting up a new government in Sparta. The Hellenic Army now numbers only 50,000, down from a peak of 120,000 before Soviet intervention. 30,000 troops (20,000 conscripts, 10,000 professional) are in Athens against a force of 330,000 DSE/Red Army and in the Peloponnese their are 20,000 monarchist (15,000 conscripts, 5,000 professional) against 30,000 DSE guerrillas."
14203,Wars of Man: Cold War: 1943(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324349&start=75,2014-12-24T15:29:00,Graknopia,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/qZSxIte.gif""/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">The Republic of Cuba</span></div><br/><br/>President Jara enjoyed American goods. The cars, the furniture, the<span style=""font-style: italic"">weapons.</span>They were all excellent to him. It had been a great 20-something year rule. He had seized power for himself and established himself as the supreme leader.<br/>One of his Generals came in the room, ""Presidente, A large group of civilians have begun protesting outside the American embassy. We have put the military onto the streets to suppress the dissidents, but we have been pushed back by the group of them. Local police are protecting the entrance to the Embassy."" Jara turned around and looked out his window, only a few miles away was the American Embassy. He stroked his beard and told his General, ""Use tear gas on the crowds. Inform me if they can not be dispersed."" The General nodded, and left his office to relay the orders.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">The American Embassy, Havana</span></div><br/><br/>The Cuban people held up signs of Presidente Jara in front of the American embassy and burned his photo alongside the Cuban and USC flag. A few young men stepped out in front of the crowd and threw rocks at the military and police, but were swiftly arrested. Tear gas began flying into the crowd, only to briefly disperse parts of the crowd to have an even large one come back later. A group of three young men spread out among the crowd, taking out pistols. They fired into peoples legs and feet and screamed, ""The police are firing on us!"" A mixture of fear and rage caused the crowd to run in several directions, with a large group of men storming the police. Scared for their lives, the police began firing into the crowd, killing and wounding a few. The men began clashing with the police, vastly outnumbering them. The military which surrounded the even attempted to push its way to the front to reinforce the police but were blocked by sheer number of people. At this point the men had overwhelmed the group of police and began charging the gates of the American Embassy."
14204,Wars of Man: Cold War: 1943(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324349&start=75,2014-12-24T15:37:00,Of The Rnclave,"<blockquote><div><cite>Graknopia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324349&amp;p=22905949#p22905949"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center"">(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i.imgur.com/qZSxIte.gif"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">The Republic of Cuba</span></div><br/><br/>President Jara enjoyed American goods. The cars, the furniture, the <span style=""font-style: italic"">weapons.</span> They were all excellent to him. It had been a great 20-something year rule. He had seized power for himself and established himself as the supreme leader. <br/>One of his Generals came in the room, ""Presidente, A large group of civilians have begun protesting outside the American embassy. We have put the military onto the streets to suppress the dissidents, but we have been pushed back by the group of them. Local police are protecting the entrance to the Embassy."" Jara turned around and looked out his window, only a few miles away was the American Embassy. He stroked his beard and told his General, ""Use tear gas on the crowds. Inform me if they can not be dispersed."" The General nodded, and left his office to relay the orders.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">The American Embassy, Havana</span></div><br/><br/>The Cuban people held up signs of Presidente Jara in front of the American embassy and burned his photo alongside the Cuban and USC flag. A few young men stepped out in front of the crowd and threw rocks at the military and police, but were swiftly arrested. Tear gas began flying into the crowd, only to briefly disperse parts of the crowd to have an even large one come back later. A group of three young men spread out among the crowd, taking out pistols. They fired into peoples legs and feet and screamed, ""The police are firing on us!"" A mixture of fear and rage caused the crowd to run in several directions, with a large group of men storming the police. Scared for their lives, the police began firing into the crowd, killing and wounding a few. The men began clashing with the police, vastly outnumbering them. The military which surrounded the even attempted to push its way to the front to reinforce the police but were blocked by sheer number of people. At this point the men had overwhelmed the group of police and began charging the gates of the American Embassy.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #FF0000"">A Time of Crisis</span></span></div><br/><br/>The 40 Marine Guards stationed in the Embassy stood by the gates, Thompson SubMachine Guns clutched to their chests, the Captain stood by the gates with a stoic face as the people neared.<br/><br/>"" In your feet men, we have to protect the Embassy."" He ordered. The men scrambled to their feet in haste, sticking their weapons through holes to get a good shot if the need arose. The Captain fired his pistol above the crowds heads, getting their attention.<br/><br/>"" PEOPLE OF CUBA! I REALIZE YOUR ANGER AT YOUR GOVERNMENT AND MINE FOR PRACTICALLY BUYING YOUR NATION, BUT IF YOU DESTROY THIS EMBASSY, THINGS WILL NOT GET BETTER FOR ANY OF US, ESPECIALLY YOU. IF WE ARE ATTACKED OUR GOVERNMENT WILL RESPOND AND IT WILL NOT BE PRETTY FOR ANY OF YOU, ESPECIALLY US. BUT IF YOU GO HOME, AND ELECT BETTER LEADERS WHEN THE TIME COMES, I CAN GUARANTEE THINGS WILL GET BETTER FOR ALL OF US, WHAT SAY YOU!?!"" He finished his speech with a shout, putting his finger on his pistols hammer."
14205,Wars of Man: Cold War: 1943(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324349&start=75,2014-12-24T15:54:00,Graknopia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Of The Rnclave <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324349&amp;p=22906022#p22906022"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Graknopia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324349&amp;p=22905949#p22905949"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center"">(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i.imgur.com/qZSxIte.gif"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">The Republic of Cuba</span></div><br/><br/>President Jara enjoyed American goods. The cars, the furniture, the <span style=""font-style: italic"">weapons.</span> They were all excellent to him. It had been a great 20-something year rule. He had seized power for himself and established himself as the supreme leader. <br/>One of his Generals came in the room, ""Presidente, A large group of civilians have begun protesting outside the American embassy. We have put the military onto the streets to suppress the dissidents, but we have been pushed back by the group of them. Local police are protecting the entrance to the Embassy."" Jara turned around and looked out his window, only a few miles away was the American Embassy. He stroked his beard and told his General, ""Use tear gas on the crowds. Inform me if they can not be dispersed."" The General nodded, and left his office to relay the orders.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">The American Embassy, Havana</span></div><br/><br/>The Cuban people held up signs of Presidente Jara in front of the American embassy and burned his photo alongside the Cuban and USC flag. A few young men stepped out in front of the crowd and threw rocks at the military and police, but were swiftly arrested. Tear gas began flying into the crowd, only to briefly disperse parts of the crowd to have an even large one come back later. A group of three young men spread out among the crowd, taking out pistols. They fired into peoples legs and feet and screamed, ""The police are firing on us!"" A mixture of fear and rage caused the crowd to run in several directions, with a large group of men storming the police. Scared for their lives, the police began firing into the crowd, killing and wounding a few. The men began clashing with the police, vastly outnumbering them. The military which surrounded the even attempted to push its way to the front to reinforce the police but were blocked by sheer number of people. At this point the men had overwhelmed the group of police and began charging the gates of the American Embassy.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #FF0000"">A Time of Crisis</span></span></div><br/><br/>The 40 Marine Guards stationed in the Embassy stood by the gates, Thompson SubMachine Guns clutched to their chests, the Captain stood by the gates with a stoic face as the people neared. <br/><br/>"" In your feet men, we have to protect the Embassy."" He ordered. The men scrambled to their feet in haste, sticking their weapons through holes to get a good shot if the need arose. The Captain fired his pistol above the crowds heads, getting their attention.<br/><br/>"" PEOPLE OF CUBA! I REALIZE YOUR ANGER AT YOUR GOVERNMENT AND MINE FOR PRACTICALLY BUYING YOUR NATION, BUT IF YOU DESTROY THIS EMBASSY, THINGS WILL NOT GET BETTER FOR ANY OF US, ESPECIALLY YOU. IF WE ARE ATTACKED OUR GOVERNMENT WILL RESPOND AND IT WILL NOT BE PRETTY FOR ANY OF YOU, ESPECIALLY US. BUT IF YOU GO HOME, AND ELECT BETTER LEADERS WHEN THE TIME COMES, I CAN GUARANTEE THINGS WILL GET BETTER FOR ALL OF US, WHAT SAY YOU!?!"" He finished his speech with a shout, putting his finger on his pistols hammer.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><div align=""center"">American Embassy, Cuba</div></span><br/>When the Captain fired his pistol, the group of people ducked their heads but continued charging. The Captain of the government that has bought out this nation has told them to elect better leaders. Sadly for the Cuban people they can't elect new leaders until the President dies. Its literally impossible. A few of the men broke off from the group after the Captain fired his pistol above them, but the younger ones still charges the gates. They hit the gates, piling onto them, some of the smaller men even began climbing the gates. They rocked back and forth, swaying. In the backround you could hear the Cuban military firing pistols, and occasionally a rifle. 20 or so feet behind the protesters you could see the police still scuffling with other protesters, some getting beat up and some doing the beating. 2 police officers moved back to the gates and attempted to pull people off the gates, but were quickly fighting a whole group of protesters. 2 smaller men managed to slip through the openings at the top of the gates"
14206,Wars of Man: Cold War: 1943(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324349&start=75,2014-12-24T15:59:00,Kargintina,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://l.rgbimg.com/cache1sV2v8/users/s/so/somadjinn/600/nEs0lrw.jpg""/><br/><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">Republic of Canadia</span><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Republique de Canadia</span></div><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Quebec, ROC</span><br/>Prime Minister King looked at the letters he had recieved from the Columbian president. He was disgruntled by the lack of Columbian support on running the USSR off the continent. The Atomic Bomb idea seemed quite destructive, and useful.<br/><div align=""center""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-56WkGkqDDLk/Tg88OM-lJhI/AAAAAAAADr8/fik8YOAr6dM/s320/canada%2B.jpg""/><br/><span style=""font-size: 85%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-style: italic"">House of Parliament, Quebec, Republic of Canadia</span><br/></span>To: President Franklin Deleanor Roosevelt, United States of Columbia<br/>From: Prime Minister William Lyon Mackenzie King, Republic of Canadia<br/>Encryption: <span style=""color: #FF0000"">High</span><br/>We will begin a larger flow of oil to you, and we believe a pipeline should be constructed from Alberta down to California. We also would be interested in your Atomic project, as they could be used well in our campaign against the Soviets in America. We will mostly use them as a scare tactic, as their are ethnical Columbians and Canadians in Alaska. The delegate should arrive in March.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">William King, Prime Minister of Canadia</span></blockquote></div><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Juneau, ROC</span><br/>The Canadian soldiers tasked with insuring peace between ethnic Columbians and Canadians arrived in Juneau. They would split the city into four districts, each with a different delegate. The city would hold a council of the four delegates, that way their will be equal representation and no ethnic group can say they live in worse districts or anything of the sort. The soldiers would patrol the streets and snipers where placed on every corner roof in case any fights or riots broke out. The other areas would soon have similar things done to them."
14207,Wars of Man: Cold War: 1943(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324349&start=75,2014-12-25T03:14:00,Elepis,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">People's Land Order 1: Alaska</span></div><br/><br/>Comrades<br/>A few years ago, you will know that the USSR liberated Alaska from the capitalist. Since then the Politburo has been working hard to create new jobs in the mining, oil and fishing sector. Many of these jobs have been filled by Native Americans who were oppressed and exploited by the previous, capitalist, regime. However we still need more people to fill up the resource rich area.<br/><br/>The state has built house and flats in Alaska, not reviled anywhere in the country. All people who moved to Alaska will be given a job in any sector they have had previous experience in. So go on, move to Alaska and start a new life.<br/><br/>All people in Alaska, like the USSR as a whole have equal rights, equal pay and equal living conditions <br/><br/>Ministry of Internal Affairs</blockquote><br/><br/>Along with people, troops and police have begun moving to Alaska following the arrival of a number of Canadian in their portion of Alaska. As a show of military might, 2,100 more Red Army troops have moved to the province, opposing 700 Canadian troops."
14208,Wars of Man: Cold War: 1943(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324349&start=75,2014-12-25T08:43:00,Mangjukoia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Elepis <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324349&amp;p=22900685#p22900685"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Mangjukoia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324349&amp;p=22893717#p22893717"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Instead of responding to the Red Army in the form of messages, the rebels responded in the form of Knee Mortars and old Type 92 Battalion guns. The light artillery were fired at the Red Army, along with some shots from Japanese snipers. Some Japanese rebels tried escaping the town to relay back a message to a larger rebel force that they need support.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The mortars were no problem, the tanks were much to far from the rebels for the mortars to do any damage. The Type-92's posed more of a threat but again the tanks were just to far out of range of the shells to have much effect. One did land on a single LT-2 tank but because of its thick, slopped armour it had very little effect. As the Japanese were firing their light artillery, the CRA noticed around 10 Japanese soldiers on bikes trying to escape. The colonel called in another airstrike and this time two Yak-3's flew over the Japanese soldiers trying to escape mowing them down with machine gun and cannon fire. <br/><br/>""It seems the rebels of chosen to fight. Very well. Order the ships in the bay to continue firing, prepare our men for a general assault."" The orders were carried out and for 10 minutes while the men got in position behind the ridge, outside the Japanese field of view, the 4, 8, 10 and 12 inch guns of the three cruisers in the bay continued firing on the town. By the time the 10 minutes were up the red army troops were formed in three columns of 916 men each. One in the north, one in the south and one in the west. The western column was also made up of the soviets armour. The SU-100 stayed on the ridge to provide supporting fire. <br/><br/>The Colonel called over the radio of his tank ""Remember Nanjing! ATTACK!"" The central column steamed down the hill, the tanks fired their 88mm &amp; 120 mm guns at the rebels positions. CRA troops charged behind them or sat on the back of the tanks, some operating the DShK heavy machine guns on top of the tanks turrets. By the time the western column was halfway down the hill, the northern column, made up of 916 soldiers attacked as well, the southern column was to stay in reserve in case rebel reinforcements arrived</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The rebels of the town were shell-shocked and disoriented during the shelling. They've been scatted over the town, leaving severed limbs and rubble everywhere. The Japanese, seeing as bikes wouldn't do them any good, sent a three man team in ghillie suits to exit the town through the tall grass. The Japanese commander looked over the battlefield through his binoculars, ordering the Battalion guns that weren't hit in the shelling to fire at the tanks with everything they had.<br/><br/>The some rebels on the ground strapped bombs to themselves and some fuel trucks planning a banzai charge. ""Dai-Nippon Teikoku! Banzai!"" they screamed, charging at the tanks with support of what was left of the Battalion guns."
14209,Wars of Man: Cold War: 1943(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324349&start=75,2014-12-26T09:23:00,Elepis,"Bao Xin held on to both his PPS-43 and the side of the T-34 as it charged towards the Japanese positions. The tanks were arrayed in a wedge, the two heavies at the point and the medium tanks on the flanks, behind the tanks the infantry advanced, firing on the cowering, disoriented Japanese. However as they neared the outskirts of the town the Japanese resistance strengthened suddenly. Japanese light artillery began firing on the tanks, doing no damage to the vehicles themselves but killing the soldiers on top of them. Luckily, Xin was not hit.<br/><br/>When they got to the first trenches (now abandoned), a number of fuel trucks, flying the Rising Sun Flag erupted out of the permitted of the town, driving directly towards the tanks. Xin's tank fired a shell at one of the trucks sending up a massive explosion. The other tanks followed, knocking out all but one of the vehicles; however one did get through and drove in to a T-34, enveloping it in fire, destroying it. However the two attacking forces of the CRA did not slow down and soon breached the light defences around the town and were in the street where the Japanese had set up road blocks out of wood, sand bags and other improvised defences. These were promptly run over by the CRA tanks and they continued to advance towards the centre of town.<br/><br/>Outside town in the bay, the three cruisers began unloading their Marines in too longboats in preparation for landing at the docks and joining in the fight. The captain on the cruiser<span style=""font-style: italic"">COMECON</span>looked through powerful telescopes and noticed the very odd site of two bushes moving along the shore. He came to the conclusion these were rebels in ghillie suits. He promptly ordered the two Katyusha rocket launchers on the ship (one on each side) to fire at them, as well as the two 8 inch guns at the front.<br/><br/>Across Japan nationalist revolts by the former IJA had risen up. In Tokyo, Nagano and Aormori these revolts had been put down, however there was still heavy street fighting going on in Nilgata and towns across the island."
14210,Wars of Man: Cold War: 1943(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324349&start=75,2014-12-26T09:28:00,Of The Rnclave,"<blockquote><div><cite>Graknopia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324349&amp;p=22906159#p22906159"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Of The Rnclave <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324349&amp;p=22906022#p22906022"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #FF0000"">A Time of Crisis</span></span></div><br/><br/>The 40 Marine Guards stationed in the Embassy stood by the gates, Thompson SubMachine Guns clutched to their chests, the Captain stood by the gates with a stoic face as the people neared. <br/><br/>"" In your feet men, we have to protect the Embassy."" He ordered. The men scrambled to their feet in haste, sticking their weapons through holes to get a good shot if the need arose. The Captain fired his pistol above the crowds heads, getting their attention.<br/><br/>"" PEOPLE OF CUBA! I REALIZE YOUR ANGER AT YOUR GOVERNMENT AND MINE FOR PRACTICALLY BUYING YOUR NATION, BUT IF YOU DESTROY THIS EMBASSY, THINGS WILL NOT GET BETTER FOR ANY OF US, ESPECIALLY YOU. IF WE ARE ATTACKED OUR GOVERNMENT WILL RESPOND AND IT WILL NOT BE PRETTY FOR ANY OF YOU, ESPECIALLY US. BUT IF YOU GO HOME, AND ELECT BETTER LEADERS WHEN THE TIME COMES, I CAN GUARANTEE THINGS WILL GET BETTER FOR ALL OF US, WHAT SAY YOU!?!"" He finished his speech with a shout, putting his finger on his pistols hammer.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><div align=""center"">American Embassy, Cuba</div></span><br/>When the Captain fired his pistol, the group of people ducked their heads but continued charging. The Captain of the government that has bought out this nation has told them to elect better leaders. Sadly for the Cuban people they can't elect new leaders until the President dies. Its literally impossible. A few of the men broke off from the group after the Captain fired his pistol above them, but the younger ones still charges the gates. They hit the gates, piling onto them, some of the smaller men even began climbing the gates. They rocked back and forth, swaying. In the backround you could hear the Cuban military firing pistols, and occasionally a rifle. 20 or so feet behind the protesters you could see the police still scuffling with other protesters, some getting beat up and some doing the beating. 2 police officers moved back to the gates and attempted to pull people off the gates, but were quickly fighting a whole group of protesters. 2 smaller men managed to slip through the openings at the top of the gates</div></blockquote><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #FF0000"">A Growing Fire</span></span></div><br/><br/>The Captain shoved the two young men away, pulling them to the side as he and his men began backing up to a safer distance form the crowd. The Captain began ushering the men back to move the men within the compound to the safe house two blocks back while he held he crowds back with five other men, by forcing the gates shut. They held the gate closed as long as they could, trying to buy as much time as they could for the men to move the ambassadors away, the captain grasped for a smoke grenade on his belt, pulling the pin and tossing it over the gate in hopes if distracting the crowd."
14211,Wars of Man: Cold War: 1943(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324349&start=75,2014-12-26T10:04:00,Elepis,"330,000 vs 30,000.<br/><br/>The allied forces had 300,000 more troops than the Hellenic Army. 300,000 more troops supported by massive artillery, tank and air support. There was no way the Hellenic Army could have won, however they planned to fight on. The Prime Minister (little more than a puppet of the army) announced over radio that all men between the ages 12 and 50 would be armed and ordered to fight the veterans of the DSE and Red Army. Theoretically this would give the Hellenic Army 500,000 more troops, however they only had 10,000 more working rifles, most old WW1 and Balkan War weapons. The people refused to fight, as soon as the radio message was finished the people took to the streets waving DSE flags holding shot guns, knives, petrol bombs, axes anything they could get their hands on. Almost the entire population of 5 million marched on to the streets demanding surrender. The Hellenic Army sent troops on to the street, however most of these troops were conscripts from the city whose family and friends were in the mobs and the soldiers joined the mobs.<br/><br/>The Hellenic Army now had only 10,000 soldiers facing a force of 330,000 now reinforced by 5 million angry citizens. The Prime Minister & Generals did the only thing they could and hoisted a white flag over the acropolis. The people in the streets cheered and started hoisting red flags, DSE flags, anarchist flags and Soviet flags. The DSE/Soviet forces marched in to Athens, not to gunshots but to cheering, the Prime Minister and the Supreme Commander of the Hellenic Army surrendered the to DSE leader, General Secretary Nikos Zachariadis and the Red Army commander Marshal Vasily Chuikov.<br/><br/>Two hours later the news of the surrender reached the King in Sparta. He then understood his 20,000 strong force could not defeat the DSE guerrillas coming down from the north and the Soviet Marines preparing to land in Laconia and he abdicated over national radio. The Hellenic Army was crushed and DSE Commander Eva Lambetia marched in to Sparta with her guerrillas without a shot being fired.<br/><br/>That day the DSE flag was raised in every town across the nation. Nikos Zachariadis was proclaimed provisional President of the new<span style=""font-style: italic"">Greek People's Republic</span>pending elections to take place in 5 months. The first elections in Greek history, he announced a trial would be set up to bring to justice all those who committed war crimes on both sides. The following message was sent to the governments of the world<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/6/6e/Flag_of_Greece_%281822-1978%29.svg/125px-Flag_of_Greece_%281822-1978%29.svg.png""/><br/><div align=""center""><hr/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/9/9a/DSE_badge.svg/175px-DSE_badge.svg.png""/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">State Emblem of the The Greek People's Republic<br/></span></div><br/><hr/><br/><div align=""center"">From: The Greek People's Republic<br/>Athens, Greece <br/>To: Governments of the World</div><br/><hr/><br/><br/>Dear Comrade <br/><br/>The people of Greece have finally triumphed. First we crushed the Nazi's, now we have crushed a Fascist Monarchy. The people of Greece have spoken, they want freedom, now they have it!<br/><br/>I ask you leaders of the world to recognize the GPR as the true government of the Greek people.<br/><br/>Long Live the People of Greece!<br/> <br/> <br/>Sincerely,<br/>Nikos Zachariadis</blockquote><br/><br/>Of cause, the USSR and the entire Warsaw Pact recognized the GPR as soon as it was declared and Trotsky sent out a statement asking all leaders to do so, irrespective of ideology or race."
14212,Wars of Man: Cold War: 1943(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324349&start=75,2014-12-27T09:01:00,Arvenia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Tierra del Fuego</span><br/>A massive military exercise takes place in Tierra del Fuego.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Pinchu Manchu</span><br/>The Patagonian military is patrolling through a ruined Inca city called Pinchu Manchu, hoping to colonize it."
14213,Wars of Man: Cold War: 1943(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324349&start=75,2014-12-28T15:12:00,Fascist Republic Of Bermuda,"<blockquote><div><cite>Australian Antarctica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324349&amp;p=22898515#p22898515"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Fascist Republic Of Bermuda <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324349&amp;p=22888004#p22888004"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Evinayong, Third Reich</span><br/><br/>The small desert town was typical of Sub-Saharan Africa. A small spot in the middle of the vast desert, the population numbering slightly below 500. However, in the streets, in front of the Town Hall, a building itself aging from the Spanish control over the region, a group of people had gathered. A man, dressed in an aging bundle of clothes, stood atop an ancient pickup truck, holding an improvised bullhorn and a British-made Lee-Enfield. ""The Germans have oppressed us for two long! Their incompetent leadership still thinks it rules Berlin, not our homeland! They don't understand our culture, or our problems, or any of the other things! We must rise and crush them before they wipe us ou..."" He never finished his sentence. A 7.92×57mm Mauser bullet literally blew his head apart. The crowd screamed and scattered as German troops poured into the square. The troops, numbering about 40, were accompanied by a PzKpfw II. The Panzer II's autocannon ripped the crowd to shreds. A few brave souls fired at the Germans, but the crowd was swiftly cut down due to sheer overwhelming German firepower. Total Rebel Casualties: 59. Total German Casualties: 2. It seemed that the Germans were trying to crack down on the populace. <br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""To Britain""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><div align=""Center""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Official Communiqué of the Third German Reich</span></span><br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/0/06/Reichsadler_der_Deutsches_Reich_%281933%E2%80%931945%29.svg/500px-Reichsadler_der_Deutsches_Reich_%281933%E2%80%931945%29.svg.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Addressed To:</span> The Office of the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Encryption:</span> <span style=""color: #FFFF00"">Medium</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Message:</span> <br/>Guten Tag, Mr. Churchill-<br/><br/>As you should be very aware, your forces, along with the Soviet Union, defeated the mainland Third Reich and driving us away from our homeland. It is also blatantly clear that we stand for a common goal. That goal is the eradication of the disease that is Bolshevism. We come begging you for forgiveness of our nation's former errors and the normalization of relations between our two nations. For now, that is all. Thank you for your time.<br/><br/>-Foreign Minister Joachim von Ribbentrop<br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/f/f3/Joachim_von_Ribbentrop_Signature.svg/200px-Joachim_von_Ribbentrop_Signature.svg.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</blockquote></div></div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Nazi-Not Germany<br/>From: Britain<br/>Why should we forgive you? Don't think we forgot about the camps...</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><div align=""Center""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Official Communiqué of the Third German Reich</span></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/0/06/Reichsadler_der_Deutsches_Reich_%281933%E2%80%931945%29.svg/500px-Reichsadler_der_Deutsches_Reich_%281933%E2%80%931945%29.svg.png""/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Addressed To:</span> The Office of the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Encryption:</span> <span style=""color: #FFFF00"">Medium</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Message:</span> <br/>Guten Tag, Mr. Churchill-<br/><br/>We feel that it would be mutually beneficial for our nations to forgive past grievances under the Hitler Government, whom, my superiors feel, is not to be considered the rightful government of the Third Reich. The Red Threat continues to rise, with the recent Bolshevik victory against the rightful Greek Government serving as a terrible reminder of the great threat posed to all nations of the world. It is your choice. Thank you for your time.<br/><br/>-Foreign Minister Joachim von Ribbentrop<br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/f/f3/Joachim_von_Ribbentrop_Signature.svg/200px-Joachim_von_Ribbentrop_Signature.svg.png""/></blockquote></div>"
14214,Wars of Man: Cold War: 1943(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324349&start=75,2014-12-28T16:23:00,Soviet Chernarus,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Palermo, Sicily</span></span><br/><br/>The evacuation of civilians was underway; some 5,000 soldiers walked along the roads of the Sicilian city, announcing that a battle would be fought in Palermo. Civilians were allowed several minutes to gather their belongings, and were each given a piece of bread and a canteen as they reluctantly left their homes in the city. There were quite a few incidents of violence, with civilians refusing to leave their homes despite the soldiers protests. The evacuation was also chaotic and disorderly, with thieves breaking into homes and even stores. Soldiers were diverted from the evacuation effort in order to guard them, to prevent riots and casualties in all of the confusion.<br/><br/>As the evacuation continued, soldiers moved about on the coast of Palermo, checking the defenses and preparing for the incoming assault. Soldiers took up positions, manning the coastal and anti-aircraft guns. Men were crouched on the beaches of Palermo, laying barbed wire, sandbags, and other fortifications. Machine gun nests were set up on high terrain. Many had a futile hope that the Italian Navy would not attack, and that they would leave Palermo alone. The INLF rebels also hoped that they would be able to repel an attack if it came.<br/><br/>Cavaldi stood inside the former INLF headquarters, barking orders at his subordinate officers. Some of his more senior, experienced ones surrounded him in a meeting around a table, featuring a map of Palermo and the rough locations of the Italian fleet. They pointed at the map, conversing with each other in rapid Italian. Their voices were urgent.<br/><br/>""We have a force near here lead by Dubois that will reinforce us in half an hour. We'll need every man we can get if we want to repel the attack. We're allowing men from the ages 18 to 45 to help fight with us, since we got some extra shipments of weapons from the Soviet Union and Britain just recently."" Cavaldi murmured.<br/><br/>""Yes but I have a feeling that things may go very badly for us. With Italian reinforcements in Southern Italy, we're being pushed back. If we fail here in Palermo, we may lose Southern Italy.""<br/><br/>""I know that. We are taking a huge gamble here. It may have been easier to just give up the city to those damn bastards."" Cavaldi replied irritably. By fascists the officers knew he meant Mussolini and his cronies in the government.<br/><br/>The officer smiled drily. ""Perhaps, perhaps..."""
14215,Wars of Man: Cold War: 1943(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324349&start=75,2014-12-28T17:44:00,Licata,"<span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><div align=""center"">A Deo rex, a rege lex!</div></span><br/><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-XsJLgTnt6cw/UGoM2BDHNoI/AAAAAAAAPJ4/o5QBFQ0ji7Y/s240/712px-Coat_of_arms_of_the_Kingdom_of_Sardinia_%25281848%2529_svg.png""/></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Mussolini's Palace</span><br/><br/>""On this morning, we liberate our king! Our planning and espionage has paid off. Let us move on, and restore Savoia!"" Giovanni gave a small speech to his men out side of Mussolini's palace gates.<br/><br/>Giovanni and fifty men stormed the palace. Arresting all members of Mussolini's family and guard were arrested. They were brought out to the courtyard where Giovanni read the King's orders to Mussolini.<br/><br/>""By orders of King Emanuel III, our gracious monarch and overseer of the Italian Kingdom. Here by expels you from the position of Prime minister. You and your staff are under arrest for treason. We've uncovered your plots and your malice. By god you will pay.<br/><br/>Guards, take him away.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Italy</span><br/><br/>Royalist militias storm the government buildings of Italy. Thousands of Fascists are arrested. The nation is now under the complete control of the King.<br/><br/>The king makes an announcement. ""Good day. You may be scared or confused by my actions, but fear not. You see, we've finally decapitated the snake of Fascism..... Yes, Mussolini turned out to have been a tyrant. His power was abused. We've accounts of horrendous crimes committed by him and his peons. We've also learned that the revolutionary group in the South was created by Mussolini. yes, in his journals he speaks of; 'providing a distraction for the Italian people'.<br/><br/>I personally have no problem with Fascism. However, Mussolini strayed from the tenets he promoted and abused the people of Italy. No longer shall we put up with this sort of action.<br/><br/>Mind you, Mussolini ordered the slaughter of thousands. He may have brought stability but he also brought sin.<br/><br/>My advisers tell me that Italy needs her King. They say Savoy must take back Italy and defend her from thos who'd seek to harm her. All I can say is that I'll try.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Orders to the armed forces:</span>Finish the rebellion in the South. Spread more propaganda.<br/><br/>---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><div align=""center"">Palermo</div></span><br/><br/>On Mussolini's orders one hundred Spaviero bombers launched with orders to drop canisters over Palermo. The took off early in the morning with no problems. When they arrived they dropped their payload, spreading propaganda all over the city.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Propaganda:</span>""Your Leader Messi has been revealed. We've documents proving his cooperation with Mussolini. Free your selves from Messi's lies!""<br/><br/>Copies of Mussolini's falsified journals were included in the canisters.<br/><br/><br/>---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Southern HQ</span><br/><br/>By orders of the King of Italy, five hundred thousand men are to be redeployed to the South.<br/><br/>The Armored assault force in Syracuse begins it's march to Palermo.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">9,000 Bersaglieri<br/>4,500 Motor bikes<br/>30 P40 Medium Tanks.<br/>30 Carro Armato M15/42<br/>150 Carro Armato L3/35<br/>125 Fiat-Ansaldo M13/40 <br/>200 Carro Armato L6/40<br/>5 Semovente 90/53</blockquote><br/><br/>---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value="" To Greece ""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""color: red"">Top Secret</span></span><br/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://freepages.genealogy.rootsweb.ancestry.com/~agrandchildsheritage/savoie.gif""/></div><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">"" Avanti Savoia""</span></span></span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">To the Government of The Greek People's Republic</span></span>,<br/><br/>We would be willing to recognize you if you'd allow those who wish to leave your nation leave. Many are against Communism. <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">King Emanuel III</span></span></blockquote></div></div></div>"
14216,Wars of Man: Cold War: 1943(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324349&start=75,2014-12-28T18:16:00,Soviet Chernarus,"<span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Palermo, Sicily</span></span><br/><br/>Nine Italian bombers had been shot down this time, and two had landed into a crowd of people, killing 30 instantly and injuring dozens more. Plumes of smoke rose over Palermo. The soldiers responsible for the evacuation confiscated all the canisters, although some were still picked up by civilians. Minutes after the raid Cavaldi strolled out of the INLF headquarters, where a loud and angry mob had assembled.<br/><br/>""People of Palermo"" He said in a sad voice, scanning the crowd<br/>""I apologize for the sudden evacuation, and I feel the anguish you feel when you have to abandon your homes. I had a home once, in Rome, before Mussolini took it away from me.""<br/>""You may not believe what we are doing is right. You may have your own opinions, and believe their propaganda and lies. I will not stop you.""<br/>""But Messi - and many of his senior commanders, believe in a democratic Italy, where the people are free. They have rights! There is no king, there is no absolute ruler, there is no dictator! I believe that we can accomplish this - but we can only accomplish it if we have the backing of the people.<br/>""People of Palermo, I beg of you to leave this city. We will fight for our freedom and there will be bloodshed, and civilian casualties. There will be hardships, difficulties we need to overcome. I know what it feels like to abandon your homes, but as people seeking for a free Italy..."" his voice trailed off.<br/>""What I am saying is we are not afraid to die. The INLF will fight until its last breath! But someday, even if we get crushed, another person will follow up on our dream. Democracy, freedom, liberty...this is what I believe in.""<br/>---<br/>""We are facing disaster in Italy. We have reports of massive troop movements in Southern Italy, and the force from Syracruse is trying to get through to Palermo, although we already have around 20,000 troops coming to engage with it. We've started recruiting all able bodied men from the ages of 18 to 45 throughout Sicily. Send a message to the Soviets and British. The INLF needs direct military aid from those countries.""<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Message to Britain""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">We are facing possible disaster in Italy. Although you have helped us a lot, I am afraid that we need more troops. I am ashamed to have to request more, even after you have helped us so much by supplying weapons and uniforms to the INLF. The number of troops depends on how much you can contribute, but we are thinking around 50,000. Thank you.</div></div></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Message to USSR""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">We are facing possible disaster in Italy. Although you have helped us so much against the fascists, I am ashamed to say that we need direct Soviet military aid in Italy. We congratulate you on your massive victory in Greece, and we appeal to you - as a world superpower - to send troops to help us overthrow the corrupt Italian monarchy lead by Victor Emmanuel II.</div></div></div>"
14217,Wars of Man: Cold War: 1943(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324349&start=75,2014-12-28T18:41:00,Licata,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">The Siege</span></div><br/><br/>King Emanuel III ordered Giovanni Messe, the new Grand Marshal of Italy, to end the rebellion.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Commands</span><br/><br/>36 P 108 bombers bombed Palermo from 20000 feet in the air(out of AA range). Dropping 1224 dud bombs to show the people of Palermo the power they were facing.<br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.lohobbit.it/images/images/aerei/piaggio%20p%20108.jpg""/><br/><br/><br/>The Fleet Roma fired three dud shell into the port of Palermo to flex their muscles. The Transport ships filled with 13,000 marines begin to approach the city.<br/><br/>Twenty four submarines begin their patrols around the Island of Sicily.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value="" To The Rebels""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""color: red"">Top Secret</span></span><br/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://freepages.genealogy.rootsweb.ancestry.com/~agrandchildsheritage/savoie.gif""/></div><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">"" Avanti Savoia""</span></span></span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">To the rebel scum of the South</span></span>,<br/><br/>You are cornered. Your treasonous acts will end and your men will lay down their arms. I give you an ultimatum; surrender and all of your soldiers will be given amnesty and you and your officers will be taken into custody. Refuse, and you will have shown the world your ""love"" for the Italian people.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">King Emanuel III</span></span></blockquote></div></div></div>"
14218,Wars of Man: Cold War: 1943(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324349&start=75,2014-12-29T05:59:00,Elepis,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><hr/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/d/d6/Coat_of_arms_of_the_Soviet_Union.svg/200px-Coat_of_arms_of_the_Soviet_Union.svg.png""/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">State Emblem of the Soviet Union<br/></span></div><br/><hr/><br/><div align=""center"">From:The Union of Soviet Socialist Republics<br/><span style=""font-size: 90%; line-height: 116%;"">Moscow, Russia, <br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">The Moscow Kremlin,</span></span><br/>To:<br/><span style=""font-size: 90%; line-height: 116%;""> INLF rebels<br/></span><br/>TOP SECRET</div><br/><hr/><br/><br/>Dear Comrades <br/><br/>The 3rd Corps of the 4th Shock Army army are still stationed in Greece (I was going to withdraw them when you wrote). I will be able to send these to help soon. However it will take time to organize 100,000 for an amphibious landing. We understand that you are near breaking point and we will act as quickly as possible, but it will still take around 2 weeks to prepare the Black Sea fleet for such a task.<br/><br/>However, I can still send a force to help hold the line until I can send the 3rd Corps. This smaller force will consist of:<br/><br/>4,000 men of the 106th Guards Airborne Division (elite)<br/>1,000 men of the 2nd Spetsnaz Brigade (elite)<br/><br/>The men will be armed with the following<br/>TT pistols<br/>PPSh-41 SMG's<br/>SVT-40 Semi-automatic rifles<br/>Degtyaryov light machine guns<br/>SG-43 Goryunov Medium Machine Guns<br/>RM-38 mortars <br/>PTRS-41 Anti tank rifles<br/><br/>I am sorry I will not be able to equip the men with heavy weapons and vehicles, however they will have to be deployed by plane and thus it would be impossible to send them.<br/><br/>As for deploying them, do you hold any air fields my men could land at or will they have to be parachuted in? also, The Red Air Force is large, modern and experienced and can easily get air supremacy over Sicily is needed. However, i would like to know what kind of planes the monarchists are deploying and how many. <br/> <br/>Sincerely,<br/>Leon Trotsky</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/6/6e/Flag_of_Greece_%281822-1978%29.svg/125px-Flag_of_Greece_%281822-1978%29.svg.png""/><br/><div align=""center""><hr/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/9/9a/DSE_badge.svg/175px-DSE_badge.svg.png""/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">State Emblem of the The Greek People's Republic<br/></span></div><br/><hr/><br/><div align=""center"">From: The Greek People's Republic<br/>Athens, Greece <br/>To: Italian government</div><br/><hr/><br/><br/>Thank you for your recognition of our new government. I hope peace will rain between us. As for letting people leave the country, of cause we will. We are a free republic, and while the election in 5 months are likely to be won by the communist party, if the people do not want us, they will vote for the Socialists, or the Anarchists or the Greens. <br/> <br/>Sincerely,<br/>Nikos Zachariadis</blockquote>"
14219,Wars of Man: Cold War: 1943(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324349&start=75,2014-12-29T09:10:00,Elepis,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><hr/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/d/d6/Coat_of_arms_of_the_Soviet_Union.svg/200px-Coat_of_arms_of_the_Soviet_Union.svg.png""/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">State Emblem of the Soviet Union<br/></span></div><br/><hr/><br/><div align=""center"">From:The Union of Soviet Socialist Republics<br/><span style=""font-size: 90%; line-height: 116%;"">Moscow, Russia, <br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">The Moscow Kremlin,</span></span><br/>To: <span style=""font-weight: bold"">United Kingdom of Great Britain &amp; Ireland </span> <br/><span style=""font-size: 90%; line-height: 116%;""> 10 Downing Street, London SW1A 2AA,<br/></span><br/>TOP SECRET</div><br/><hr/><br/><br/>Dear Mr Churchill<br/><br/>The INLF have sent a plea for ground troops to both our nations. I have 100,000 men ready to fight for freedom in Italy, however it will be very risky for my fleet to engage the Italian Navy. However if our two fleets work together like we did when we sent aid to Palermo, we can surely do it again. I recommend you send your men and a fleet large enough to take on the Italians to Malta, and I will send my men and ships. We can then take on and if need destroy the Italian fleet once and for all as well as sending our men to help the rebels. Our air forces will also be able to achieve air superiority over the island from bases in Albania, Greece and Malta.<br/><br/>Alone we would take large casualties together we can bring freedom to Italy <br/><br/>Sincerely,<br/>Leon Trotsky</blockquote>"
14220,Wars of Man: Cold War: 1943(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324349&start=75,2014-12-29T09:34:00,Mangjukoia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Elepis <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324349&amp;p=22920057#p22920057"">wrote</a>:</cite>Bao Xin held on to both his PPS-43 and the side of the T-34 as it charged towards the Japanese positions. The tanks were arrayed in a wedge, the two heavies at the point and the medium tanks on the flanks, behind the tanks the infantry advanced, firing on the cowering, disoriented Japanese. However as they neared the outskirts of the town the Japanese resistance strengthened suddenly. Japanese light artillery began firing on the tanks, doing no damage to the vehicles themselves but killing the soldiers on top of them. Luckily, Xin was not hit.<br/><br/>When they got to the first trenches (now abandoned), a number of fuel trucks, flying the Rising Sun Flag erupted out of the permitted of the town, driving directly towards the tanks. Xin's tank fired a shell at one of the trucks sending up a massive explosion. The other tanks followed, knocking out all but one of the vehicles; however one did get through and drove in to a T-34, enveloping it in fire, destroying it. However the two attacking forces of the CRA did not slow down and soon breached the light defences around the town and were in the street where the Japanese had set up road blocks out of wood, sand bags and other improvised defences. These were promptly run over by the CRA tanks and they continued to advance towards the centre of town. <br/><br/>Outside town in the bay, the three cruisers began unloading their Marines in too longboats in preparation for landing at the docks and joining in the fight. The captain on the cruiser <span style=""font-style: italic"">COMECON</span> looked through powerful telescopes and noticed the very odd site of two bushes moving along the shore. He came to the conclusion these were rebels in ghillie suits. He promptly ordered the two Katyusha rocket launchers on the ship (one on each side) to fire at them, as well as the two 8 inch guns at the front.<br/><br/>Across Japan nationalist revolts by the former IJA had risen up. In Tokyo, Nagano and Aormori these revolts had been put down, however there was still heavy street fighting going on in Nilgata and towns across the island.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>In the streets of the town, the Japanese soldiers got ready for close combat fighting. The Japanese equipped bayonets, as they were trained more in bayonets, and believed that close combat would dominate the battlefield. A suicide squad, comprising of extreme nationalists and fanatics, was also readied to be sacrificed in destroying the tanks. These units were to climb into or dive under the tanks, under covering fire, and detonate their explosives.<br/><br/>The Japanese in ghillie suits trying to get away were promptly blown into the sky. Leaving limbs strewn across, only one survived the rocket attack, but was left with the bodies as he was injured from the force of the explosion and shrapnel."
14221,Wars of Man: Cold War: 1943(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324349&start=75,2014-12-29T10:11:00,Elepis,"<blockquote><div><cite>Mangjukoia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324349&amp;p=22950275#p22950275"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Elepis <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324349&amp;p=22920057#p22920057"">wrote</a>:</cite>Bao Xin held on to both his PPS-43 and the side of the T-34 as it charged towards the Japanese positions. The tanks were arrayed in a wedge, the two heavies at the point and the medium tanks on the flanks, behind the tanks the infantry advanced, firing on the cowering, disoriented Japanese. However as they neared the outskirts of the town the Japanese resistance strengthened suddenly. Japanese light artillery began firing on the tanks, doing no damage to the vehicles themselves but killing the soldiers on top of them. Luckily, Xin was not hit.<br/><br/>When they got to the first trenches (now abandoned), a number of fuel trucks, flying the Rising Sun Flag erupted out of the permitted of the town, driving directly towards the tanks. Xin's tank fired a shell at one of the trucks sending up a massive explosion. The other tanks followed, knocking out all but one of the vehicles; however one did get through and drove in to a T-34, enveloping it in fire, destroying it. However the two attacking forces of the CRA did not slow down and soon breached the light defences around the town and were in the street where the Japanese had set up road blocks out of wood, sand bags and other improvised defences. These were promptly run over by the CRA tanks and they continued to advance towards the centre of town. <br/><br/>Outside town in the bay, the three cruisers began unloading their Marines in too longboats in preparation for landing at the docks and joining in the fight. The captain on the cruiser <span style=""font-style: italic"">COMECON</span> looked through powerful telescopes and noticed the very odd site of two bushes moving along the shore. He came to the conclusion these were rebels in ghillie suits. He promptly ordered the two Katyusha rocket launchers on the ship (one on each side) to fire at them, as well as the two 8 inch guns at the front.<br/><br/>Across Japan nationalist revolts by the former IJA had risen up. In Tokyo, Nagano and Aormori these revolts had been put down, however there was still heavy street fighting going on in Nilgata and towns across the island.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>In the streets of the town, the Japanese soldiers got ready for close combat fighting. The Japanese equipped bayonets, as they were trained more in bayonets, and believed that close combat would dominate the battlefield. A suicide squad, comprising of extreme nationalists and fanatics, was also readied to be sacrificed in destroying the tanks. These units were to climb into or dive under the tanks, under covering fire, and detonate their explosives. <br/><br/>The Japanese in ghillie suits trying to get away were promptly blown into the sky. Leaving limbs strewn across, only one survived the rocket attack, but was left with the bodies as he was injured from the force of the explosion and shrapnel.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Commander Li Cix drove his T-34 through the main street of the town. On either him infantry ran in to buildings, SMG's blazing and throwing grenades. The Soviets believed in the power of the SMG and MG but the IJA seemed fixated, like world war one generals on the power of the bayonet. Li saw six rebels charge towards two CRA troops. The rebels held rifles but made no attempt to fire, instead they charged with their bayonets, the CRA replied with PPS-43 fire cutting down five of the six rebel troops. However one survived and managed to reach the two CRA fighters and killed both of them before Li's coaxial machine fired on the IJA rebel, blowing killing him.<br/><br/>Li continued down the main street towards the old town and city center. A small mortar shell was fired from a roof above him, landing on the front of the tank, doing no damage. The gunner turned the turret and fired on the roof where the explosion had come from, destroying it. As they neared the old town, a suicide squad of four rebels charged the tank, armed with petrol bombs, knives and pistols. Just as the first rebel set fire to his petrol bomb, Li gunner fired two shells in quick succession at the squad. Li carried on towards the old town, passing an armoured car which had been driven in to a wall (presumably by the rebel suicide squads).<br/><br/>At the port, the 200 Marines from the three cruisers had landed. These men, armed with PPSH-41 sub-machine guns were veterans of the Manchuria campaign in which they had routed the Japanese Kwantung army. They pushed slowly through rebel resistance, aiming to meet up with the main force.<br/><br/>In Niigata city, police and army forces have pushed the rebels in to the industrial district and have cut them off while the army bring up tanks for the final assault. The rebels in Nilgata have began putting up makeshift barricades, preparing for the final assault."
14222,Wars of Man: Cold War: 1943(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324349&start=75,2014-12-29T12:53:00,Elepis,"The following note was hand delivered to the headquarters of the rebels of Equatorial Guinea by two KGB operatives.<br/><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><hr/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/8/8f/Emblema_KGB.svg/100px-Emblema_KGB.svg.png""/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Комитет государственной безопасности<br/></span></div><br/><hr/><br/><div align=""center"">From:The Union of Soviet Socialist Republics<br/><span style=""font-size: 90%; line-height: 116%;"">Moscow, Russia, <br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">The Moscow Kremlin,</span></span><br/>To: <span style=""font-weight: bold""> Equatorial Guinea Freedom fighters</span> <br/>TOP SECRET</div><br/><hr/><br/>Dear Comrade <br/><br/>Nazism<br/><br/>The evilest ideology ever to stain this earth. In 1943 the Red Army took Berlin, we thought we had destroyed this abhorrent ideology forever. We believed the horrors of Auschwitz would end.<br/><br/>We were wrong.<br/><br/>Nazism has infested your country and the leaders if the German death machine have taken control of your land. We want to help you comrades. We have great intelligence on your revolt and we understand you have had a couple of setbacks at the hands of the SS. That is where we can help.<br/><br/>I ask you to meet the commander of KGB operation in for Central Africa in Libreville, Gabon in two weeks. There you can discuss joint operations to bring down Nazism once and for all. The KGB has earmarked a number of agents and Spetsnaz battalions to help you.<br/><br/>Sincerely,<br/>Ivan Serov, KGB</blockquote>"
14223,Wars of Man: Cold War: 1943(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324349&start=100,2014-12-29T13:03:00,Kargintina,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://l.rgbimg.com/cache1sV2v8/users/s/so/somadjinn/600/nEs0lrw.jpg""/><br/><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">Republic of Canadia</span><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Republique De Canadia</span><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-56WkGkqDDLk/Tg88OM-lJhI/AAAAAAAADr8/fik8YOAr6dM/s320/canada%2B.jpg""/><br/>To: Greek People's Republic<br/>From: Republic of Canadia<br/>We see that you have won the civil war in Greece, and despite our distaste for your ideals, we shall recognize your sovereignty as a nation. We wish you the best of luck in your nation.</blockquote></div><br/>Prime Minister King nearly vomited writing the letter to Greece, but he saw that it was clear he had no way he could not recognize the nation. It had won it's civil war and he didn't wish to enrage the Soviets who where cleary quite irked by the arrival of Canadian forces in Alaska. He knew the people would be angry at this, with the Communists bordering Canadia itself and the increasing amount of forces in Alaska. But it had to be done.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Juneau, ROC</span><br/>A few riots have broken out amongst the Columbian communities, already claiming that they are treated unfairly. Canadian soldiers with M3 Greaseguns marched out and began using smoke grenades to dismiss the rioters back to their homes. On Kodiak island, Canadian forces have begun setting up their HQ for the province of Southern Alaska, so they can have a steady operation and have their HQ be safe away from any rioters."
14224,Wars of Man: Cold War: 1943(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324349&start=100,2014-12-29T18:43:00,Mangjukoia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Elepis <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324349&amp;p=22950656#p22950656"">wrote</a>:</cite>Commander Li Cix drove his T-34 through the main street of the town. On either him infantry ran in to buildings, SMG's blazing and throwing grenades. The Soviets believed in the power of the SMG and MG but the IJA seemed fixated, like world war one generals on the power of the bayonet. Li saw six rebels charge towards two CRA troops. The rebels held rifles but made no attempt to fire, instead they charged with their bayonets, the CRA replied with PPS-43 fire cutting down five of the six rebel troops. However one survived and managed to reach the two CRA fighters and killed both of them before Li's coaxial machine fired on the IJA rebel, blowing killing him. <br/><br/>Li continued down the main street towards the old town and city center. A small mortar shell was fired from a roof above him, landing on the front of the tank, doing no damage. The gunner turned the turret and fired on the roof where the explosion had come from, destroying it. As they neared the old town, a suicide squad of four rebels charged the tank, armed with petrol bombs, knives and pistols. Just as the first rebel set fire to his petrol bomb, Li gunner fired two shells in quick succession at the squad. Li carried on towards the old town, passing an armoured car which had been driven in to a wall (presumably by the rebel suicide squads).<br/><br/>At the port, the 200 Marines from the three cruisers had landed. These men, armed with PPSH-41 sub-machine guns were veterans of the Manchuria campaign in which they had routed the Japanese Kwantung army. They pushed slowly through rebel resistance, aiming to meet up with the main force.<br/><br/>In Niigata city, police and army forces have pushed the rebels in to the industrial district and have cut them off while the army bring up tanks for the final assault. The rebels in Nilgata have began putting up makeshift barricades, preparing for the final assault.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>As the fighting had gotten worse for the IJA rebels, some had started to commit suicide through seppuku. Others were going out in more ""heroic"" ways by jumping into enemy tanks from the side with armed grenades. Some of the suicide unit tried jumping from roofs and detonating explosives on-top of the tank. The ones who did not want to waste their lives on suicide attacks, focused on using what was left and what they had with them. Most notably was one of the 1200 Type 97 Anti-Tank rifles produced by Japan, although most were lost in front-line campaigns. Although it was not very effective on tanks produced after 1942, it would prove well to at least slow the advance.<br/><br/>At the port, Japanese rebels fired their Type-92 HMGs from lightly armored positions at the Marines. Although these guns were often jamming and had low a rate of fire, it's accuracy was impressive and could lay down shots precisely."
14225,Wars of Man: Cold War: 1943(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324349&start=100,2014-12-29T21:55:00,Marsisian,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cologne, Germany</span><br/><br/>The leader of the DRF waited impatiently for the British negotiators, closely guarded by his elite Fallschirmjager troops. Meanwhile, the 3,500 man force the leader ordered to aid the Japanese rebels didn't know where they were heading and instead landed in the remnants of Nazi Germany in Africa.<br/><br/>- Sorry for short post, did not know what to write about -"
14226,Wars of Man: Cold War: 1943(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324349&start=100,2014-12-30T12:20:00,Elepis,"Li continued up the street, now filled with IJA bodies (alongside some CRA, but in smaller numbers). The Japanese had set up improvised road blocks at the end of the street where they fired on the CRA forces with rifles and machine guns. Some rebels tried to jump on the tanks and blow themselves up, however most of the time they were killed before they reached the tanks. One tank was hit and severely damaged though. As Li continued up the street, towards the roadblocks, he saw two IJA rebels bringing up a larger piece of kit that looked like an anti-tank rifle, they laid it on one of the sand bags and began loading it. It fired and a bullet pinged of the front of his tank, they fired again and the same affect. The rebels then changed target to the BA-64 armoured car next to Li. They fired and the bullet (which could not penetrate the 80 mm T-34 armour) passed strait through the cars 20 mm armour killing the driver. However Li’s 88 mm gun fired on the IJA anti-tank rifle killing the operators and the people around it. Li continued towards the old town, surely the Japanese would surrender soon.<br/><br/>The Marines had met stiffer resistance at the harbour and they were bogged down taking losses at the hands of dug in Type 92 MGs. The commander of the Marines called in a rocket strike from the ships in the bay. The rockets fired, knocking out the Machine Guns directly in front but some stray rockets hit a few Marines, killing or wounding 10."
14227,Wars of Man: Cold War: 1943(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324349&start=100,2014-12-30T12:31:00,Arvenia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lima, Peru</span><br/>Emperor sends a message to Italy, furious about the oppressive monarchy.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Italy<br/>From: Patagonia<br/>Encryption: High<br/><br/>Dear Italian King, how dare you oppress your people?! You will be met with painful consequences from the glorious nation of Patagonia. Patagonia pays respect to people, animal, enviroment and life. Patagonia is Antifascist and member of the Allied side. Patagonia will aid the INLF with 200,000 military units, supplies to the INLF, money to the INLF and conduct bombings of Italian cities under monarchist control, such as the capital city of Rome. Do you regret now, you sick monster?!<br/><br/>Sincerly, Emperor Juan Ferdinand</blockquote><br/>Emperor gives people order to make Allied propaganda films, newspapers, radio broadcasts and music and later show them to Patagonia and the Allied powers such as USC, West Germany and Great Britain.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Santiago, Chile</span><br/>The Patagonian War Academies students, all teenagers mostly white and Hispanic and dressed in blue military uniform with pants, black boots and black fingerless gloves, from Santiago War Academy exercises with shootings, stealth, vehicles and artillery in the vast locations in Santiago, the provincial capital of Chile."
14228,Wars of Man: Cold War: 1943(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324349&start=100,2014-12-30T13:47:00,Soviet Chernarus,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""To the despicable, tyrannical, oppressive Italian monarchy""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Again, we refuse to bend to your threats. The monarchy will be overthrown, and a republic established - we of the INLF are willing to fight to the death for our cause. Even if you manage to crush us, someone else will carry on our legacy.</div></div></div><br/>---<br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Broadcast throughout Italy</span></span><br/><br/>""People of Italy!!! We, the rebels known as the Italian National Liberation Front, strive for a better and freer Italy! An Italy ruled by representatives elected by the people! Even with our ambitions to create a democratic Italy, the monarchist scumbags in Rome hope to crush us. Free yourselves from the shackles of tyranny and oppression, dismiss their slanderous lies and rumors! As our fellow sisters and brothers in Italy, we the INLF call to you to stand up for yourself, and fight the monarchy. We no longer recognize Victor Emmanuel II as our rightful leader, as he is a tyrant of a king. One man should not have absolute power! No man should be able to control a country and manipulate the people as he wishes! This is a call to arms for the Italian people. Protest against the monarchy. Fight for your freedom!!!""<br/>---<br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Palermo, Sicily</span></span><br/><br/>The bombs dropped by the bombers caused panic amongst the evacuating civilians, and even caused several explosions, injuring civilians and soldiers alike. While most of them had already evacuated, many were still in Palermo as the transport ships approached Palermo. The coastal defenses immediately opened fire, but they were in too few of a number and too unreliable to do any real damage to the ships. Most of the shells plunged harmlessly in the water. The defending force under Cavaldi, numbering 20,000 with the arrival of reinforcements and civilians volunteering to defend Palermo, anxiously anticipated the Italian force and made last minute preparations - checking their weapons, loading their guns, etc.<br/>---<br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Message to USSR""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">We sincerely thank you for the aid and assistance you are giving us in helping us overthrow the monarchy. We have a number of airfields across Sicily that would be willing to receive your troops, with a large one near Palermo. We have also confirmed that the Italians are using Spaviero bombers, although we do not have any information on the number. I am afraid that is all the information I have.</div></div></div>"
14229,Wars of Man: Cold War: 1943(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324349&start=100,2014-12-30T14:57:00,Arvenia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Tierra Del Fuego</span><br/>As Patagonia's population became 1,680,000 at the year, the 400,000 units of the Patagonian military is prepared to depart for Germany. The Argentinean General Alberto Izquierda has a speech for the units which are about to depart directly from Tierra Del Fuego.<br/><br/>""My dear friends, you're going to Germany for intervention in the recent standoff between West Germany and East Germany and the battle against the Nazis! Understood?""<br/><br/>The troops repeated ""Yes Sir!"" when they heard him say if they understood him. Then, the units departed for Germany.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Galápagos Islands</span><br/>The Patagonian military did a small showcase of weapons used by the military, such as Gatling Guns, Mondragon Rifles, Bazookas, American Weapons, Grenades, Explosives, Mines, Hand Mortars, Revolvers, Bolt-Action Rifles, Melee Weapons and others."
14230,Wars of Man: Cold War: 1943(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324349&start=100,2014-12-30T15:00:00,Arvenia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Soviet Chernarus <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324349&amp;p=22964417#p22964417"">wrote</a>:</cite><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""To the despicable, tyrannical, oppressive Italian monarchy""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Again, we refuse to bend to your threats. The monarchy will be overthrown, and a republic established - we of the INLF are willing to fight to the death for our cause. Even if you manage to crush us, someone else will carry on our legacy.</div></div></div><br/>---<br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Broadcast throughout Italy</span></span><br/><br/>""People of Italy!!! We, the rebels known as the Italian National Liberation Front, strive for a better and freer Italy! An Italy ruled by representatives elected by the people! Even with our ambitions to create a democratic Italy, the monarchist scumbags in Rome hope to crush us. Free yourselves from the shackles of tyranny and oppression, dismiss their slanderous lies and rumors! As our fellow sisters and brothers in Italy, we the INLF call to you to stand up for yourself, and fight the monarchy. We no longer recognize Victor Emmanuel II as our rightful leader, as he is a tyrant of a king. One man should not have absolute power! No man should be able to control a country and manipulate the people as he wishes! This is a call to arms for the Italian people. Protest against the monarchy. Fight for your freedom!!!""<br/>---<br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Palermo, Sicily</span></span><br/><br/>The bombs dropped by the bombers caused panic amongst the evacuating civilians, and even caused several explosions, injuring civilians and soldiers alike. While most of them had already evacuated, many were still in Palermo as the transport ships approached Palermo. The coastal defenses immediately opened fire, but they were in too few of a number and too unreliable to do any real damage to the ships. Most of the shells plunged harmlessly in the water. The defending force under Cavaldi, numbering 20,000 with the arrival of reinforcements and civilians volunteering to defend Palermo, anxiously anticipated the Italian force and made last minute preparations - checking their weapons, loading their guns, etc. <br/>---<br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Message to USSR""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">We sincerely thank you for the aid and assistance you are giving us in helping us overthrow the monarchy. We have a number of airfields across Sicily that would be willing to receive your troops, with a large one near Palermo. We have also confirmed that the Italians are using Spaviero bombers, although we do not have any information on the number. I am afraid that is all the information I have.</div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lima, Peru</span><br/>The Patagonian military tries to settle down an Inca riot in Lima.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Santiago, Chile</span><br/>The exercise is still in progress."
14231,Wars of Man: Cold War: 1943(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324349&start=100,2014-12-30T15:56:00,Licata,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Italy</span><br/><br/>Messi's falsified background is spread throughout Italy through news paper. The papers go into extremely graphic detail, listing every crime he'd ""committed."" His relations with Mussolini were also put under emphasis, quotes from falsified notes were added.<br/><br/>All over the nation, Fascist propaganda and symbols were being torn down. Soldiers and civilians marched through the streets saying; ""Avanti! Avanti! Savoia!"" Blackshirt militias were disarmed and Fascist leaders in positions of power in local governments were deposed and plebiscites were to be held in two weeks, local intellectuals were advised to run for office.<br/><br/>Monarchist military leaders took over the old Fascist leaders. These Monarchists are far better leaders and have had both training and experience on the field.<br/><br/>The Fascist roundel was removed from every plane in Italy's air fleet. The King's Coat of Arms were painted on.<br/><br/>---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Comando Supremo</span><br/><br/>With the threats flowing in from both internal and external enemies the High command of Italy decided it was time to use force.<br/><br/>By orders of King Emanuel III the military was to use full force.<br/><br/>---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Palermo</span><br/><br/>The Flotilla Roma began firing on the city in the early morning. The first show was a 381mm and it flattened the town hall and destroyed everything in the streets. At roughly 300 shells a minute the fleet was to decimate the city. The transport ships halt their advance while they wait for the bombardment to end, they readied them selves for a landing.<br/><br/>The P.108 bomber wing of 36 rearmed and climbed to 16,000 feet(out of effective AA range) they were armed with 96,768 2kg bomblets. They dropped this over the city of Palermo. Little dam,age was dealt to the city it self, but the inhabitants were ripped to shreds along with the rebels. They were to rearm with larger bombs and to attack the next day.<br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/en/archive/1/1b/20100427165557!Veneto_guns_at_Gaudos.jpg""/><br/><br/>---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Mediterranean</span><br/><br/>With the threats from Patagonia twelve submarines began patrolling the Gibraltar strait area, the only path for the aggressors to take. 30 vessels are on standby to attack.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value="" To Patagonia ""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""color: red"">Top Secret</span></span><br/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://freepages.genealogy.rootsweb.ancestry.com/~agrandchildsheritage/savoie.gif""/></div><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">"" Avanti Savoia""</span></span></span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">To the Government of Patagonia </span></span>,<br/><br/>Your claims are false. I've done nothing but follow the will of my subjects and expel their oppressor. As for your threats, I say you must be mad, you are not well minded enough to lead a nation.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">King Emanuel III</span></span></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/>---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Sicily</span><br/><br/>The armored force in the south has reached the front lines. They begin a breakthrough maneuver, tanks spearhead the advance as Bersaglieri follow suit. With this assault beginning the front line force of 36 thousand men begin their own assault. 47 thousand men in reserve near the front lines follow behind the advancing forces in case they need to retreat.<br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.targheitaliane.it/gallery/bersaglieri1.jpg""/>"
14232,Wars of Man: Cold War: 1943(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324349&start=100,2014-12-30T17:43:00,Mangjukoia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Elepis <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324349&amp;p=22963617#p22963617"">wrote</a>:</cite>Li continued up the street, now filled with IJA bodies (alongside some CRA, but in smaller numbers). The Japanese had set up improvised road blocks at the end of the street where they fired on the CRA forces with rifles and machine guns. Some rebels tried to jump on the tanks and blow themselves up, however most of the time they were killed before they reached the tanks. One tank was hit and severely damaged though. As Li continued up the street, towards the roadblocks, he saw two IJA rebels bringing up a larger piece of kit that looked like an anti-tank rifle, they laid it on one of the sand bags and began loading it. It fired and a bullet pinged of the front of his tank, they fired again and the same affect. The rebels then changed target to the BA-64 armoured car next to Li. They fired and the bullet (which could not penetrate the 80 mm T-34 armour) passed strait through the cars 20 mm armour killing the driver. However Li’s 88 mm gun fired on the IJA anti-tank rifle killing the operators and the people around it. Li continued towards the old town, surely the Japanese would surrender soon. <br/><br/>The Marines had met stiffer resistance at the harbour and they were bogged down taking losses at the hands of dug in Type 92 MGs. The commander of the Marines called in a rocket strike from the ships in the bay. The rockets fired, knocking out the Machine Guns directly in front but some stray rockets hit a few Marines, killing or wounding 10.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>As the Japanese forces were getting pushed back, the entirety of the force was to give their lives fighting with rifles or give their lives as human bombs. A group of 25 soldiers strapped large bombs to their chest, and charged towards the Soviet tanks. Few made it to their targets, diving under the tanks and destroying them from their undersides. In the streets confined in the town, a single tank could be easily swarmed by a large amount of Japanese soldiers.<br/><br/>The Japanese at the harbor kept firing at the Marines, some charging at the Marines with bayonets and swords under the covering fire of their allies. If they got close enough to the Marines, they thought that they can come out on top."
14233,Wars of Man: Cold War: 1943(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324349&start=100,2014-12-31T05:27:00,Arvenia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Licata <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324349&amp;p=22965885#p22965885"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Italy</span><br/><br/>Messi's falsified background is spread throughout Italy through news paper. The papers go into extremely graphic detail, listing every crime he'd ""committed."" His relations with Mussolini were also put under emphasis, quotes from falsified notes were added. <br/><br/>All over the nation, Fascist propaganda and symbols were being torn down. Soldiers and civilians marched through the streets saying; ""Avanti! Avanti! Savoia!"" Blackshirt militias were disarmed and Fascist leaders in positions of power in local governments were deposed and plebiscites were to be held in two weeks, local intellectuals were advised to run for office. <br/><br/>Monarchist military leaders took over the old Fascist leaders. These Monarchists are far better leaders and have had both training and experience on the field. <br/><br/>The Fascist roundel was removed from every plane in Italy's air fleet. The King's Coat of Arms were painted on.<br/><br/>---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Comando Supremo</span> <br/><br/>With the threats flowing in from both internal and external enemies the High command of Italy decided it was time to use force. <br/><br/>By orders of King Emanuel III the military was to use full force. <br/><br/>---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Palermo</span><br/><br/>The Flotilla Roma began firing on the city in the early morning. The first show was a 381mm and it flattened the town hall and destroyed everything in the streets. At roughly 300 shells a minute the fleet was to decimate the city. The transport ships halt their advance while they wait for the bombardment to end, they readied them selves for a landing.<br/><br/>The P.108 bomber wing of 36 rearmed and climbed to 16,000 feet(out of effective AA range) they were armed with 96,768 2kg bomblets. They dropped this over the city of Palermo. Little dam,age was dealt to the city it self, but the inhabitants were ripped to shreds along with the rebels. They were to rearm with larger bombs and to attack the next day. <br/><br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/en/archive/1/1b/20100427165557!Veneto_guns_at_Gaudos.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/><br/>---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Mediterranean</span><br/><br/>With the threats from Patagonia twelve submarines began patrolling the Gibraltar strait area, the only path for the aggressors to take. 30 vessels are on standby to attack. <br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value="" To Patagonia ""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""color: red"">Top Secret</span></span><br/><br/><br/><div align=""center"">(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://freepages.genealogy.rootsweb.ancestry.com/~agrandchildsheritage/savoie.gif"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">"" Avanti Savoia""</span></span></span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">To the Government of Patagonia </span></span>,<br/><br/>Your claims are false. I've done nothing but follow the will of my subjects and expel their oppressor. As for your threats, I say you must be mad, you are not well minded enough to lead a nation.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">King Emanuel III</span></span></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/>---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Sicily</span><br/><br/>The armored force in the south has reached the front lines. They begin a breakthrough maneuver, tanks spearhead the advance as Bersaglieri follow suit. With this assault beginning the front line force of 36 thousand men begin their own assault. 47 thousand men in reserve near the front lines follow behind the advancing forces in case they need to retreat.<br/><br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://www.targheitaliane.it/gallery/bersaglieri1.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lima, Peru</span><br/>Emperor sends messages to Italy and Britain.<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Britain<br/>From: Patagonia<br/>My military wants to protect West Germany as well and we can have good relations if we can stand a chance against the Soviet Union. Is it acceptable?</blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Italy<br/>From: Patagonia<br/>Well, you are really saying the truth, thus I am not mad! I am the glorious leader of a democratic empire! My nation is Antifascist and has always been an Allied power since the Great War. You could face air raids and artillery strikes by my military if you continue to spread false propaganda about me and Patagonia. Do you regret now?</blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Galápagos Island</span><br/>The Patagonian military exercises around the island for strategic, naval, ground and aerial purpose."
14234,Wars of Man: Cold War: 1943(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324349&start=100,2014-12-31T10:18:00,Elepis,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><hr/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/d/d6/Coat_of_arms_of_the_Soviet_Union.svg/200px-Coat_of_arms_of_the_Soviet_Union.svg.png""/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">State Emblem of the Soviet Union<br/></span></div><br/><hr/><br/><div align=""center"">From:The Union of Soviet Socialist Republics<br/><span style=""font-size: 90%; line-height: 116%;"">Moscow, Russia, <br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">The Moscow Kremlin,</span></span><br/>To: <span style=""font-weight: bold"">United Kingdom of Great Britain &amp; Ireland </span> <br/><span style=""font-size: 90%; line-height: 116%;""> 10 Downing Street, London SW1A 2AA,<br/></span><br/>TOP SECRET</div><br/><hr/><br/><br/>Dear Mr Churchill<br/><br/>The INLF have sent a plea for ground troops to both our nations. I have 100,000 men ready to fight for freedom in Italy, however it will be very risky for my fleet to engage the Italian Navy. However if our two fleets work together like we did when we sent aid to Palermo, we can surely do it again. I recommend you send your men and a fleet large enough to take on the Italians to Malta, and I will send my men and ships. We can then take on and if need destroy the Italian fleet once and for all as well as sending our men to help the rebels. Our air forces will also be able to achieve air superiority over the island from bases in Albania, Greece and Malta.<br/><br/>Alone we would take large casualties together we can bring freedom to Italy <br/><br/>Sincerely,<br/>Leon Trotsky</blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Greece</span><br/><br/>In the western Peloponnese, in a number of joint Greek/Soviet air force base in complete secrecy, 4,000 men of the 106th Guards Airborne Division and 1,000 men of the 2nd Spetsnaz Brigade began boarding transport planes destined for Sicily for operation<span style=""font-style: italic"">Novgorod</span>. The men would be carried and escorted by 250 fighters (YAK-9's), 300 transports 80 troop gliders on their route to Sicily, they would then either land at rebel held air ports or parachute out behind enemy lines to help the republican INLF stave of monarchists attacks until the main Anglo/Soviet force could land in Sicily. Their route would take them over Corfu (where the various squadrons would rendezvous) and out over the Med. They would fly South of Malta staying out of Italian air space and RADAR range until the last minutes of the operation."
14235,Wars of Man: Cold War: 1943(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324349&start=100,2014-12-31T11:13:00,Arvenia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Gibraltar Bay</span><br/>20 Patagonian fighter planes reaches the Gibraltar Bay, where they bombed an Italian battleship. The bombings are still ongoing as the Patagonian naval forces are about to reach the bay.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lima, Peru</span><br/>Anti-Italian propaganda is made and shown in Patagonia to express hatred towards the Italian monarchy and support for the INLF. Propaganda films, newspapers, music and radio broadcasts were made."
14236,Wars of Man: Cold War: 1943(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324349&start=100,2014-12-31T13:47:00,Elepis,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Japan</span><br/><br/>At the town in Japan, the Chinese Red Army advance has slowed down (it is still pushing forwards, just slower). The Japanese have destroyed two T-34 tanks and damaged one by overwhelming them with suicide attacks (although many rebels died int the attempts). This has lead to the commander of the CRA assault to order the last column of 916 men, which had previously been waiting to attack, to split in to two. The battle in the town was joined by 458 fresh reinforcements while the other 458 waited in case on rebel reinforcements.<br/><br/>Meanwhile the Marines have been under assault by Japanese rebels charging with bayonets. This forced Marines to stop their advance and regroup. If one of the rebels reached a Marines (close enough for melee) the rebels would usually win, however the Marines had learnt and were now operating in groups of 8 to cover each other, now the rebels were often shot by withering PPSH-41 fire before they reached the Marines."
14237,Wars of Man: Cold War: 1943(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324349&start=100,2015-01-01T16:18:00,Benian Republic,"<blockquote class=""uncited""><div>To: Winston Churchill<br/>From: Gerry Adams<br/>My dear Winston Churchill you have held my country for far too long, I have decided to give you and the British Government 5 days to announce your military, Financial and populous control of Ireland, If you do not respond You shall be met with swift and bloody rebellion, if you refuse the same shall occur.<br/>-beannacht-<br/></div></blockquote>"
14238,Wars of Man: Cold War: 1943(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324349&start=100,2015-01-01T16:21:00,Marsisian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Elepis <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324349&amp;p=22977880#p22977880"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Japan</span><br/><br/>At the town in Japan, the Chinese Red Army advance has slowed down (it is still pushing forwards, just slower). The Japanese have destroyed two T-34 tanks and damaged one by overwhelming them with suicide attacks (although many rebels died int the attempts). This has lead to the commander of the CRA assault to order the last column of 916 men, which had previously been waiting to attack, to split in to two. The battle in the town was joined by 458 fresh reinforcements while the other 458 waited in case on rebel reinforcements.<br/><br/>Meanwhile the Marines have been under assault by Japanese rebels charging with bayonets. This forced Marines to stop their advance and regroup. If one of the rebels reached a Marines (close enough for melee) the rebels would usually win, however the Marines had learnt and were now operating in groups of 8 to cover each other, now the rebels were often shot by withering PPSH-41 fire before they reached the Marines.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Japan</span><br/><br/>In the midst of the battle, a force of 2,300 paratroopers joined in to help the Japanese. Armed with FG42s, MP40s, and light rocket launchers, they tried to fight their way to the Japanese lines and join the defense against the Red Army."
14239,Wars of Man: Cold War: 1943(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324349&start=100,2015-01-01T19:03:00,Benian Republic,Can I gain support from other dissident groups in te UK
14240,Wars of Man: Cold War: 1943(IC Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324349&start=100,2015-01-02T18:26:00,Mangjukoia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Marsisian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324349&amp;p=22988992#p22988992"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Elepis <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324349&amp;p=22977880#p22977880"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Japan</span><br/><br/>At the town in Japan, the Chinese Red Army advance has slowed down (it is still pushing forwards, just slower). The Japanese have destroyed two T-34 tanks and damaged one by overwhelming them with suicide attacks (although many rebels died int the attempts). This has lead to the commander of the CRA assault to order the last column of 916 men, which had previously been waiting to attack, to split in to two. The battle in the town was joined by 458 fresh reinforcements while the other 458 waited in case on rebel reinforcements.<br/><br/>Meanwhile the Marines have been under assault by Japanese rebels charging with bayonets. This forced Marines to stop their advance and regroup. If one of the rebels reached a Marines (close enough for melee) the rebels would usually win, however the Marines had learnt and were now operating in groups of 8 to cover each other, now the rebels were often shot by withering PPSH-41 fire before they reached the Marines.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Japan</span><br/><br/>In the midst of the battle, a force of 2,300 paratroopers joined in to help the Japanese. Armed with FG42s, MP40s, and light rocket launchers, they tried to fight their way to the Japanese lines and join the defense against the Red Army.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Some Japanese rebels did not like fighting alongside the paratroopers, but the majority saw it as a great gain towards defeating the Soviets. In the street to street fighting, the Soviets had the upper hand with their PPSh-41s while the Japanese did not have much SMGs, they did have Type 100s, which gave them a bit of a breathing room when it came to short ranged fire fights along with a lone Type 92 Heavy Armored Car (Actually a tankette) that had emerged from the rubble.<br/><br/>On the port, another lone Type 92 Tankette emerged from the rebel defenses and fired on the Marines. At the most, these tankettes would be most efficient until an anti-tank unit or T-34 were to face it."
14241,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381,2014-12-20T23:46:00,Alleniana,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/dtwfCP8.png""/><br/><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">1881 AH RP OOC</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Links</span><br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323906"" rel=""nofollow"">OOC</a> | <span style=""text-decoration: underline""><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324381"" rel=""nofollow"">IC</a></span> | <a class=""postlink"" href=""http://ni2.wikia.com/wiki/New_Imperialism_2_Wiki"" rel=""nofollow"">Wiki</a><br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324734"" rel=""nofollow"">Genoa Conference</a> | <a class=""postlink"" href=""http://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=325061"" rel=""nofollow"">Jerusalem Conference</a> | <a class=""postlink"" href=""http://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323946"" rel=""nofollow"">Factbook Thread</a><br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=276589"" rel=""nofollow"">NI OOC 1.1</a> | <a class=""postlink"" href=""http://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=284569"" rel=""nofollow"">NI OOC 1.2</a> | <a class=""postlink"" href=""http://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=303763"" rel=""nofollow"">NI OOC 1.3</a> | <a class=""postlink"" href=""http://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=277021"" rel=""nofollow"">NI IC 1</a><br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=279032"" rel=""nofollow"">NI War Thread 1</a></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Introduction</span><br/>The colonisers of the first wave of imperialism, rebuffed by the rise of nationalism and the Americas liberating themselves, found themselves with a great deal of experience and a tremendous legacy. The era of relative peace and technological advancement that came after Napoleon began the dawn of mechanised warfare, and the beginning of the ironclad ships. Africa was opened by said technological development, and it too, was exploited. The imperialists of Europe, joined by their new brethren in the Americas as well as the first of those nations lucky enough to modernise, began the second wave of imperialism. Africa was now accessible, its riches open to all, and with experience under their belts, no nation of Asia was safe from large-scale conquest either, far from the trade ports of old. Though cries for freedom had begun in many ethnically inhomogeneous nations, by and large it was still imperialism that dominated, now far better defined and far more powerful than it had been in the era of American colonisation. A new age dawned, domineered by warfare advancing relentlessly, machine now as primary an element as man, while society itself bubbled and boiled. The New Imperialism had come.<br/><br/>This is the IC for the New Imperialism 2 roleplay. Please only post here once you have been accepted in the OOC thread, linked above. Thanks."
14242,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381,2014-12-20T23:48:00,The Industrial States of Columbia,"<img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/b9p0Mum.jpg""/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Grand Lake Palace<br/><br/>January First, 1881<br/><br/>The Green Garden</span><br/><br/>“I don't want to marry him, and you will not force me too. I am a grown woman, and you have no hold over me mother!”<br/><br/>Mary slapped her daughter flatly in the face, “You will not speak to me as such. You may be grown now, but I am still your mother, and you will speak to me with respect!”<br/><br/>As tears began welling in her daughter's eyes, the disgust contorting Mary's face shifted to a gentler pity, “My daughter...”<br/><br/>Jane burst into tears and sobbing, “It isn't fair. None of it. It is all against us.”<br/><br/>“Life is not always fair, but sometimes we can make it more to our advantage,” Mary more calmly replied, “That is our responsibility and burden, as stewards of the state. We are one of the greatest families this nation has ever seen, and we must work to preserve that stability. “<br/><br/>Mary wrapped her arms around her daughter, “When I first married your father, I did not love him. But over time we found that we had mutual interests, and goals far beyond anything we could personally desire. Much will be the same with you when you marry the Conrod son.”<br/><br/>Jane's sobbing subsided. The choking sense of betrayal still clung to her however, “Why do we have to be powerful and in control? Why can't we just live a normal life? Leave all of this behind?”<br/><br/>Mary sighed sympathetically, “We are in charge because we know what must be done and what must be sacrificed for the greater good. That is what separates us from the commons.” She paused a moment to allow Jane to comprehend her words, and then continued, “By joining Wells and Conrod, we will establish a dynasty that will be a beacon of stability and propriety for all of Pallasia.”<br/><br/>Mary pulled out a small cloth, “Now, clean yourself. We are at a party with three quarters of Pallasia's nobility, and the royal family. You cannot go back into the estate looking as if you had sloshed your face in the mud.”<br/><br/>Jane rigidly took the cloth, and with sullen features replied, “Yes mother.”<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Crystal Hall</span><br/><br/>At the center of a golden room, filled with dazzling light reflecting off of cut crystal and silver mirrors, the King of all Pallasia sat conversing with the head of the house of Lauhead. “So as I was saying Aaron, I truly believe that expansion of military alliances is a must. You and others have agreed before with me on this, so my question to you then is, why has nothing been done?”, Richard took another sip from his wine glass, “Would not our state be safer if we had consistent allies?”, he asked<br/><br/>“Indeed it would be your majesty. But the question we must then ask is, who can we truly trust? The reason so many alliances are questioned by the senate is the fact that many nation's motives are those of self interest, rather than honor to alliances.""<br/><br/>The king stroked his beard a moment in though, then replied, ""Why not seek allies in less conventional places?""<br/><br/>""Pardon?""<br/><br/>Richard turned to Aaron, ""We do not necissarily need to focus on the old world for allies. Why not South America, or even Asia? There are fairly powerful nations in these places, and they are generally more open to alliance to their European counterparts,"" he took a final drink from his chalice, and then stood, followed shortly by the rest of the dining hall.<br/><br/>Richard announced with a clear and bold voice, ""I thank you all for attending this New Year's celebration with me and my family. I have thourougly enjoyed all of your company, but alas, time does wear us all down. I will take my leave and retire. I wish you all a happy new year!""<br/><br/>Clapping accompanied the kings short speech, filling him with a sense of pride and purpose. He turned to Aaron one final time, ""We will discuss more of alliances on the morrow. Actions such as these require planning and forethought, great ammounts of each, lest we blunder.""<br/><br/>""Well said, your majesty.""<br/><br/>The king embraced Aaron, then turned to walk away, ""Oh, and remember to bring the reports on that weapon your company has been testing. What was it called again? Chlorine, ahh yes. I look forward to hearing about it! Good night once again my friend!""<br/><br/><br/><br/><br/><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/R1KJeK5.jpg""/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Blue Sky Military Base-North Virginia<br/>Military Observation Airship-Drakon</span><br/><br/>A greenish yellow haze swirled far below the five men standing in one of the world's only military airships. Two of the men could care less the implications of the toxic cloud below, but the other three knew all too well.<br/><br/>""I told you it would work well, didn't I! Ha!"", John Lauhead exclaimed, ""Just think of how much pressure this will take off of our troops. No worrying about enemy fire, the enemy will have other problems!""<br/><br/>High Colonel Moore allowed for a brief, and unsincere smile, then returned to his usual stern expression, ""Won't the enemy simply be able to emulate the trappings of our Longcoats? Breathers and coats?""<br/><br/>""We'll worry about that when we get to it,"" Lauhead dismissed, ""With concentrations in the capsules as they are, they will be in trouble too quick to put on one those clumsy suits and packs. We needn't worry about problems that don't exist.""<br/><br/>""Yet.""<br/><br/>""Pardon me?""<br/><br/>The colonel turned to him, ""Yet I said. When the enemy does manage to thwart this, it will be able to be thwarted consistently, correct?""<br/><br/>Lauhead smiled, a smile of umbridled ambition, ""We have solutions already in progress for that dilemma. The simplest is simply to add more ways of threat to the gas when it is deployed. Such as contact.""<br/><br/>Moore turned, ""What do you think, captain?""<br/><br/>Captain Erik Arkwright turned quickly, snapping from his focus on the patterns of gas below and how they could be undone to the conversation on hand, ""I think it will be difficult to use this in mobile warfare, or any warfare from a non-static position. If Lord Lauhead intends to make the gas dangerous just by contact as he says, then it would be too much of risk to send our own troops into a cloud of it to route our adversaries."" He looked back to see the ridge obscuring the gas before finishing, ""We would need some sort of fortifications to ensure maximum efficiancy and safety.""<br/><br/>Moore smiled, genuine this time, and replied, ""Well said Captain, however, we should be able to keep up with our own weapons and how to protect against them. When the use of Asphyxiants was first devised in the acadamy at Richford by Lord Downton, work was immediatly undertaken by another group of researchers to protect against that same type of weapon. Your point about usage in static versus mobile warfare however, is very valid, and a current topic of deliberation at the acadamies.""<br/><br/>""I am glad to hear that we have a solution.""<br/><br/>As mooring anchors were dropped from the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Drakon</span>, with the High Colonel back to conversation with Lauhead about the future of asphyxiants in warfare, Erik returned to his thoughts.<span style=""font-style: italic"">I hope we aren't being outpaced by our own innovation...</span>"
14243,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381,2014-12-20T23:51:00,Senkaku,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.crwflags.com/fotw/images/m/mn_emp_2.gif""/><br/><span style=""font-size: 250%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ikh Mongol Uls</span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">All Under the Blue Sky, Chapter One: Khanbaliq Nights</span></span></div><br/><hr/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://en.people.cn/mediafile/201207/19/F201207191322122781111333.jpg""/><br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://vimeo.com/114350322"" rel=""nofollow"">Jiayu Pass, Xinjiang</a></div><br/><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Outside Bishkek<br/>Kyrgyzland Province<br/>Viceroyalty of Chagatai</span><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 70%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-style: italic""><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kwf21NaNElk"" rel=""nofollow"">The sand of the desert is sodden red, --</a><br/>Red with the wreck of a line that broke; --<br/>The cannon's jammed and the Colonel's dead,<br/>And the regiment blind with dust and smoke.<br/>The river of death has brimmed his banks,<br/>And Karakorum's far, and Honour a name,<br/>But the voice of a rider rallies the ranks:<br/>'Play up! play up! and play the game!'</span></span><br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><br/><br/>""Bayonets! Bayonets! Son of a bitch, fire at will!""<br/>The Mongol officer's last command was abruptly cut off by another pop from the advancing Kyrgyz cavalry, as he staggered backwards and crumpled over, his blue uniform staining black with blood. The screaming riders continued their charge, firing guns and bows seemingly at random.<br/><br/>Zhong Chu, assisting sergeant to Lieutenant Noyakin, felt his eyes widen as the lieutenant fell to the Kyrgyz bullet, gulping as he hurried forward.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Keep calm and carry on, Chu. Just keep the men together.</span><br/>There were scattered, ragged bursts from throughout the Mongol line, as the riflemen and musketeers did their damnedest to take down as many of the rebels as they could before their positions atop the hill were run down. Chu swallowed again, before standing and booming out his commands through the swirling dust.<br/>""Pikemen! Brace! On my mark, a volley! Ready!!""<br/>Chu looked up and down the line, as the men hurriedly reloaded and the spearmen rushed forward, kneeling to try and protect their comrades from the rapidly approaching rebel charge.<br/>""臭狗屎, 臭狗屎,"" he muttered. ""On my mark!""<br/>""Wait!""<br/>""I'm not ready!""<br/>""臭狗屎, you pig fuckers, we're firing without you! Aim!""<br/>The first Kyrgyz slammed into their forwardmost pikemen as Chu screamed out the order to fire, and the hilltop dissolved into dust, smoke, and blood.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Hall of Supreme Harmony<br/>The Forbidden City<br/>Khanbaliq<br/>Viceroyalty of Baichuan</span><br/><hr/><br/><br/>""With this series of actions, Sire, the Kyrgyz revolt has been essentially broken. Bishkek is no longer invested, and the main rebel armies have broken themselves against our forces. Our riders now hunt their remnants, and the area is essentially pacified.""<br/>""What,"" the Emperor inquired gruffly, ""were our losses?""<br/>""Records show 5,471 men were killed, 3,331 injured, and 413 are missing,"" the Viceroy of Chagatai said delicately.<br/>""I see."" The Qingyin Emperor sat back, pondering this news, while the court waited. Few people were there today, besides guards, a few bored-looking nobles, court débutantes and visitors, and the small cadre of officials required to be present. Only a year ago, the imperial throne hall was regularly packed with officials and nobles, watching and circling the new khagan the Kurultai had chosen. Kublai XI had, so far, proved to be an effective ruler- a welcome change from his predecessor. Möngke VIII, the Gaozong Emperor, had been both weak and incompetent, but the Qingyin Emperor had already largely undone his predecessor's greatest errors- at least the ones he could. Despite Kublai's advancing age and distaste for Chinese ways- he had been born and raised in Karakorum, the Old Capital- he had become well-liked among the Kurultai, nobility, bureaucracy, military, the people, and even abroad for his centralization and his reforms of the government's structure, as well as his mitigation of some of Möngke Khan's more disastrous policies and worst excesses, as well as those of his predecessors.<br/>Of course, that wasn't saying much- there was only so much you could do.<br/>Prince Zaichun, the khagan's eldest son and the likely successor to the imperial throne, was, as ever, in attendance, along with the Empress Cixi, the Chancellor, and the Vice-Regent. The four of them were seated on the steps that led up to the throne's platform, all looking as bored as the various attendees.<br/>""You see,"" the Emperor said suddenly, ""that is quite interesting.""<br/>""How so, august lord?"", the Viceroy inquired.<br/>""I received reports from the Board of War and the Grand Secretariat this morning that the Governor of Bishkek had sent a messenger bird, requesting relief from some thousands of Kyrgyz rebels, who had broken past his troops and were laying siege to the city. And he mentioned nothing about having inflicted heavy losses on them.""<br/>The room went quiet, and every head in it suddenly perked up.<br/><br/>Blood was in the water.<br/><br/>The Viceroy swallowed.<br/>""Great Khan, I cannot conceive of how you have received such misrepresentative reports! I... I... I shall inquire with the Governor and the Board of War to-""<br/>""No need, Viceroy,"" Prince Zaichun suddenly said smoothly, glancing up at his father. ""I shall inquire myself into this matter. If anyone has misrepresented the situation to his celestial majesty, they will be discovered and will suffer the consequences.""<br/>The khagan stood up, and everyone seated immediately also stood. The Viceroy, now quivering like a leaf, bowed deeply.<br/>""I will be expecting further information quite shortly, Viceroy,"" the khagan growled menacingly. ""Take your leave.""<br/>The Viceroy took a shuddering breath, bowed deeply, and hurried out of the throne room. The khagan sat again, muttering darkly.<br/>""That will be all.""<br/><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Khanbaliq<br/>Dejin Opera House</span><br/><hr/><br/><br/><br/>""Anyways, it should prove to be quite interesting. From what I've read, it looks like the Viceroy was trying to buy himself some time- he's dispatched nearly 40,000 riders from Kashgar and I think he's siphoned some off from Karakorum as well.""<br/>""Well,"" Lady Chabi murmured, ""he and Iljigin are as thick as thieves, so I wouldn't be surprised. And after the report he gave last month...""<br/>""Yes, it's quite understandable. Based on the deployment records his riders will probably arrive at Bishkek within the week. We know there aren't more than 20,000 rebels, and these are not just a bunch of Korean conscripts- they're real steppe riders. The Kyrgyz may continue to rebel, but I doubt Bishkek will be at risk any longer,"" Zaichun said with a shrug.<br/>Chabi yawned, leaning against him as the opera continued. ""Well, we're lucky the Kyrgyz are the biggest problem on our hands right now, and that your father has taken charge. You remember a few years ago, when the Kobayashi Rebellion was put down by the old Vice-Regent Zhao while Möngke was at Jehol?""<br/>""Of course I remember it,"" Zaichun murmured. ""Zhao and the Chancellor did a good job, given their circumstances. I recall I wanted to burn Kyoto<span style=""font-style: italic"">and </span>Jehol at the time.""<br/>Chabi snorted. ""On another note, I heard about a riot in Hanoi this morning.""<br/>""Oh?""<br/>""The city's in an uproar after some farmer wouldn't pay his taxes and got arrested. The Governor of Hanoi is a corrupt incompetent who hasn't paid the court a visit in a decade and a half- I was going to talk to the Viceroy of Nanyu about it, if that's acceptable.""<br/>""Of course. I actually have the perfect person in mind to become the next governor.""<br/>""I may have used your seal to send orders to the Grand Secretariat to send troops,"" Chabi said with a smile. ""I thought it required immediate action.""<br/>""How many?,"" Zaichun said with a raised eyebrow.<br/>""I think around 5,000. It'll be more than enough, and I suspect even the current governor may have gotten things under control once they arrive.""<br/>""Alright."" They both settled back in their seats, watching the opera as Yue Fei was summoned back to Lin'an from the gates of Kaifeng.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Khanbaliq<br/>The Golden Orchid Court<br/>The Chacellery<br/>The Northern Residence</span><br/><hr/><br/><br/><br/>""This chaos in Kyrgyzland is driving me mad,"" the Chancellor grumbled, sitting down. ""No one seems to be clear as to what's going on- the Viceroy is trying to cover his ass, from what I've heard, which means Bishkek may very well actually be in trouble.""<br/>The Vice-Regent frowned. ""Perhaps not, actually. I've done some information gathering, and it sounds like the Viceroy and the city's governor are not, perhaps, the best of friends. The governor was actually slated to become Viceroy of Chagatai several years ago... but the current viceroy was a favorite of Möngke Khan. I suspect, based on other things I've heard from the Grand Secretariat's agents in the West, that the governor may be exaggerating his position's severity.""<br/>""So the Viceroy is lying for his political convenience and potentially to give him breathing room to maneuver against the Governor, while the Governor puts out misinformation to try and force Khanbaliq's hand to remove the Viceroy and put more troops at his disposal. And Prince Zaichun, who is a friend of the Viceroy's, will be leading the investigation because his father favors him overly much. So what is actually going on in Kyrgyzland?""<br/>The Vice-Regent yawned. ""There are conflicting reports being submitted that lead me to believe while Bishkek is not invested, the rebels are not nearly as broken as the Viceroy says. He has dispatched a number of soldiers to Bishkek as well, which could mean either the Governor is telling the truth- unlikely- or the Viceroy is moving against him and may even be concerned he will join the revolt if he feels like he's in trouble.""<br/>""But the Emperor will let Zaichun lead the investigation, because he is too occupied with his new policies in China, Mongolia, and Japan. Don't get me wrong, I support his decisions- especially the new factory project in Taiyuan- but he's neglecting the frontier far too much.""<br/>""We'll bring it to his attention at the cabinet meeting. Meanwhile, the burden must fall on us to do what the Khagan cannot give his attention to.""<br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Khanbaliq<br/>The Forbidden City<br/>Hall of Heavenly Purity</span><br/><hr/><br/><br/>""Husband, I know the whole business with Kyrgyzland is probably getting tiresome, but I spoke with Xian and Ayan and-""<br/>""Oh, by the Blue Sky, Cixi, can we<span style=""font-style: italic"">please</span>not talk about that? Zaichun was eager to help with the investigation, and I expect tomorrow we'll know what's going on.""<br/>The Empress pursed her lips. ""Kublai, please. I spoke with the Vice-Regent and the Chancellor, both of whom have launched their own private investigations and seem to have found out a great deal. They're very concerned, both about our troops, Bishkek, and Chagatai in general. Xian in particular is concerned about infighting between Viceroy Batukhan and Governor Sajadi, and they both said they wanted to speak with you at the cabinet meeting about what many perceive as neglect on Khanbaliq's part towards the frontier.""<br/>Kublai sighed. ""Right now, the frontier is the least of my concerns. The Kyrgyz revolts are nothing! I'm trying to drag a collapsing empire intact into the modern era without getting attacked by the Western vipers on my way. I don't have time to worry about Batukhan and Sajadi and the Kyrgyz.""<br/>""To keep the empire intact, though, you have to worry about them,"" Cixi said, putting a hand on his shoulder. Kublai gave a huff, taking a sip of his tea.<br/>""I need Xian and Ayan to take more of the weight in these matters, so that I can focus on the most important things. They're too focused on helping me, and they're equally culpable if the frontier is being ignored, as you say,"" the khagan grumbled.<br/>""You also need to get rid of Viceroy Batukhan,"" Cixi said sharply. The Great Khan frowned.<br/>""Why?""<br/>""He has completely failed to put down these revolts and it's hurting the empire. Now he may be lying about them to further his machinations against Sajadi- who, by the way, is far more competent. He was only appointed four years ago, by Möngke, and it was Sajadi who was supposed to become Viceroy. Kublai, you need viceroys who will make administration easier for you, not more complex. Demote Batukhan, promote Sajadi- who is a Tajik, by the way, which may help calm tensions- and we can have a far easier time of managing things. As it is, this air of constant rebellion somewhere in the empire is poisonous.""<br/>""Yes, I heard about Hanoi. Zaichun has dispatched men from a few nearby bases, so order will be restored within a day or two.""<br/>""Yes, but...""<br/>""Very well, wife. I'll demote Batukhan.""<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Khanbaliq<br/>The Forbidden City<br/>Headquarters of the Ministries<br/>Grand Secretariat Central Office</span><br/><hr/><br/><br/><br/>""So, if I could get some clarification, since the Chancellor, the Vice-Regent, and Crown Prince are all interested, what exactly has happened around Bishkek?""<br/>""Some of the information has been suppressed, but our unaltered reports indicate Bishkek is no longer invested. It looks like both sides have suffered heavy casualties, but the rebels remain in force in the area around the city."" General Niohuru Bayan looked annoyed, but Minister Sun Liu remained placid as he hurriedly took down a few notes.<br/>""Any specifics?""<br/>""I'd say we lost about twice what the rebels did in terms of casualties, but we also took a large number of prisoners. Like I said, things are quite unclear and I'm still not exactly sure why.""<br/>Liu sighed. ""I know, I'm sorry, Bayan. From what I've heard from our agents, it seems that in addition to this rebel thrust on the city, Governor Sajadi and Viceroy Batukhan are at loggerheads and their maneuvering may be part of what's giving us such bad information as of now.""<br/>Bayan frowned. ""It'd be nice if we had officials who would actually run the empire for once. Not you, I mean, but...""<br/>Liu rolled his eyes. ""I know what you mean. I've heard whispers from the Chancellorate and the palace about interfering, but I can't be sure about anything. Convey my thanks to the Board of War.""<br/>Bayan bowed. ""Of course. I'll fill you in as soon as we receive any updates.""<br/><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Viceroyalty of Nanyu<br/>Jiangsu Province<br/>Shanghai<br/>Pudong<br/>Wu's Noodle House</span><br/><hr/><br/><br/>""Could we have had this somewhere else? You know I hate Chinese noodles,"" Takeshi sighed, looking around the table. A group of young men, of all different races, gathered from across the vast Mongol Empire, were seated in this secluded corner table in the large, bustling establishment known as Wu's Noodle House, speaking quietly.<br/>Bataar raised an eyebrow and grinned. ""Always complaining, Takeshi. This place does Japanese food, too- hell, they do pretty much all of the foods. I once even saw a Portuguese merchant from the Foreign Quarter eat here.""<br/>""Well, we can get food later,"" Tai said with a frown. ""Right now we need to be discussing the Party's next move.""<br/>Ahmad bit his lip. ""I know Bataar has been pushing for something big- a coup in Turkestan against the Chagatid Viceroy, trying to start unrest in Japan, whatever. But I maintain that we simply don't have the strength. The Party doesn't have enough members and followers to pull off something like this.""<br/>Bataar took a sip of his drink, waving his hand. ""Actually, Ahmad, I agree with you, to some extent. And I've come up with an alternate solution that I think you'll hate just as much,"" he said with a grin. Ahmad laughed, and even normally-serious Tai smiled.<br/>""What is this new idea of yours, Bataar?,"" Eje asked, looking intrigued.<br/>""We take not just Turkestan or Honshu, but all of the Empire.""<br/>There were raised eyebrows and dismissive snorts from around the table, but Bataar raised his hands. ""Just hear me out. We know that the Western powers continue to move against the khagan, and that despite his reforms the empire continues to crumble. As the situation grows more dire, I propose this: we engineer, somehow, to bring about the death or abdication of the khagan. Kublai's strong leadership is most of what holds this empire together. The Kurultai will be divided, between Vice-Regent Zhao and his reformists and the Prince Zaichun and his conservatives, and the Kyrgyz revolts are certain to worsen and possibly spread. In this power vacuum, the Westerners will strike, and the people will be desperate for some alternative to fend off the round-eyed imperialists.""<br/>""So all we need to do is assassinate the Great Khan?,"" Tai scoffed. ""And hope that people don't turn to the Yihetuan fascists or something?""<br/>Bataar continued as if he'd heard nothing. ""The people will flock to the Party and its message, and because we are not dominated by my people or by any one race, we will be able to establish control over all the empire and build a true workers' state.""<br/>""Ambitious,"" Ahmad said, nodding. ""I'm impressed, if a bit frightened for you sanity."" He grinned. ""It can't hurt to discuss it, I suppose?""<br/><hr/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">POST SUMMARY:</span><br/><br/>Meet the cast:<br/><br/>Kublai XI, khagan<br/>Cixi, his empress<br/>Prince Zaichun, their son<br/>Lady Chabi, his consort<br/>Asadai Batukhan, Viceroy of Chagatai<br/>Faisal Sajadi, Governor of Bishkek<br/>Vice-Regent Zhao Xian<br/>Chancellor Silin Ayan<br/>Minister Sun Liu, deputy to the Vice-Regent and<span style=""font-style: italic"">de jure</span>head of the Grand Secretariat<br/>General Niohuru Bayan, deputy head of the Board of War<br/>The Communist Party Politburo of East Asia, a bunch of young men from all over the empire who founded the fledgling Communist Party of East Asia, which is small but growing and is very ambitious.<br/>I might add something about the Yihetuan, we'll see."
14244,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381,2014-12-20T23:57:00,Valentir,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/2/2e/Coat_of_Arms_of_the_Kingdom_of_Holland_%281808%29.svg/414px-Coat_of_Arms_of_the_Kingdom_of_Holland_%281808%29.svg.png""/></div><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #FF8000"">Amsterdam, Holland, Kingdom of the United Provinces and Belgium</span></span></div><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;"">Chapter 1: The Winds of Change<br/>1st of January, the Year of our Lord, 1881</span></span></div><br/><br/>Parliament was full of shouting and angry bickering. Members of Parliament were in each other's faces, spitting out harsh words, and chastising the policies of their counterparts. This was a normal day in the life of the Parliament of the Netherlands. The Liberal Coalition, made up of the National Liberal, National Progressive, People's Christian Parties, had dominated Parliament for nearly two decades. They formed the first coalition government in the history of the Netherlands, and guided the empire through its colonization of the East Indies and first industrial revolution. However, after two decades of a strong alliance, the coalition was beginning to crumble. Disagreements over Africa and the Kongo, the situation of the economy, and foreign policy divided the coalition, and created a large gap between the politicians. As the foundations of the alliance began to turn to ruin, the other parties in Parliament, the New Socialist Union, the People's Republican Front, the Council of New Conservatives, and the National People's Union sat back quietly, content to let the coalition fade away. Already new alliances were forming, and these alliances were not just pushed by a breaking coalition, but by an elderly king. King Willem II was now 78, and he time was near. For years he had been a symbol of liberalism throughout the Netherlands, and his death would end that liberal unity.<br/><br/>Yet, one member party of the coalition sees the ramifications for the break down. The National Liberals, the leading party, tremble at the thought of losing their majority, and know that a collapsed coalition means only one thing, emergency elections. The current Prime Minister, Haak de Klerk, has attempted several times to reunite his coalition, and his last attempt would be now. As the room was drowned in the sound of shouting, Haak stepped up the High Podium, the speakers station at the end of the Debate Hall. Haak was a short man, yet he cast a very large shadow as he stood on the tall podium. He looked down at the members in the hall, glaring at each and everyone of them personally. He opened his mouth, and soon the shouting was drowned by the great boom of his voice, ""Members of the Liberal Coalition! I ask that you silence yourselves for one moment!"" His fellow liberals turned to him, stopping their feeble arguments. ""Please, my friends, be seated."" The coalition members sat down quietly, and gave their attention to their Prime Minister, ""Members of the Liberal Coalition, today is a sorrowful day, the day that I have to watch my fellow members of parliament be at each other's throats like rabid dogs, "" he took a brief pause, and gathered his thoughts, ""This alliance has stood for nearly two decades now, and to watch it crumble in such a manner is horrific. Parliament has been dominated by our coalition, and in just one year another election will start. Will we risk losing our majority over petty policies? Will we let the conservatives take our place? I say no!"" Near half the room rose in agreement, yet Haak noticed that they were all members of the National Liberal Party. The other parties just weren't that enthusiastic. Haak sighed, and then he stepped down from the podium. He could do nothing to save his coalition, and if it wanted to survive it must save itself. Haak returned to his office and began to write several letters, as well as sign some of his last policies into law.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/OWK2KWW.jpg""/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Parliamentary Assembly Building, circa 1881</span></div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/2/2e/Coat_of_Arms_of_the_Kingdom_of_Holland_%281808%29.svg/207px-Coat_of_Arms_of_the_Kingdom_of_Holland_%281808%29.svg.png""/><br/>To: The French Foreign Office<br/>From: The Foreign Ministry of the Netherlands</div><br/>To whom it may concern,<br/>The Kingdom of the United Provinces and Belgium feels it would be beneficial our countries to form an alliance, and establish closer relations between our peoples. We both share common enemies, the British and Germans, and alone we are no match, but together we can establish a new order of prosperity and security. The State of the Netherlands is also of the opinion that more laxed travel between our peoples would be beneficial as well. A Dutch delegation will arrive in Paris, and we hope to establish a new alliance that will stand the test of time.</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.crwflags.com/fotw/images/n/nl-voca1.gif""/><br/>To: The Offices of the Boer Government<br/>From: The Dutch East India Company</div><br/>To whom it may concern,<br/>The Dutch East India Company, an extension of the Dutch Government, would be interested in investment trade with your great republic. The commercial might of the VoC is unmatched, and we would be honoured to expand our operations in your nation. Trade is the lifeblood of empires, and we feel that a new relationship between the VoC and the Boer Government would be most beneficial.</blockquote>"
14245,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381,2014-12-20T23:59:00,The Kingdom of Glitter,"<div align=""center""><div style=""margin-left:75px; margin-right:75px; margin-bottom:5px; margin-top:5px""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><hr/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/b/b6/Coat_of_Arms_of_Valencia_%28Spain%29.svg/225px-Coat_of_Arms_of_Valencia_%28Spain%29.svg.png""/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">The Dual Kingdom of Catalonia and Naples</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 130%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #BF0000"">El Dual Regne de Catalunya i Nàpols</span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #FFBF00"">We Shall Uphold!</span></span><br/><span style=""color: #FFBF00""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Tripoli, Gramante | January 3 1881 Anno Domini</span></span><br/><br/><hr/></blockquote></div></div><br/><br/>It was in the Gramante Colony where the ambitions of the Dual Kingdom lied. The Prime Minister was a strong advocate for both Catalan domination of the Mediterranean and the foundation of a colonial empire. The Dual Kingdom had never gotten into the colonial game and slowly maintained their grip over trade in the Mediterranean rather than colonize the new world. Besides, her neighbor and longtime ally, Portugal, had risen as one of the dominant colonial powers, and the Dual Kingdom did not wish to compete directly with their dearest of friends. Instead, the Catalans worked rigorously on assimilating the Sicilians into their empire during the colonial rush. Their work had paid off over the years, bringing the Catalan culture and language to the Italian Peninsula. The number of people who were ethnically Catalan now outnumbered those who were ethnically Italian, and the number of the Catalo-Sicilian ethnic group was even higher than the others combined.<br/><br/>Prime Minister Francesc Pi i Margall looked to the old Catalan policy of assimilation in Naples and Sicily, and slowly began to draft up his over version to apply in Tunis and Gramante. Tunis had been held by the Catalans for nearly one hundred and ninety years, and overtime assimilation and conversations just seemed to happen naturally. Initially, treatment of the native populace by the Dual Kingdom's government was abysmal, but overtime it was realized that violence would not change their ethnicity or their faith. Instead, the government implemented the Altres Fe Tax in 1756. Turning away from violence, the government simply collected an extra tax from people who were not Roman Catholic, especially those of Islamic origin. Over time this inspired many of the Muslims in Tunis to convert to Roman Catholicism, as it helped them save a decent amount of money and allowed them to freely rise up the socioeconomic ladder of the Dual Kingdom. Catalan culture was still not present in Tunis one hundred and ninety years later, but it was ever so slowly being incorporated into the native culture. Most people in the area could speak Catalan as a second language, if they were not themselves fluent in it.<br/><br/>The Prime Minister knew this worked in Tunis, and figured it would work in Gramante, where assimilation was largely untested. Gramanate was Incorporated into the Dual Kingdom first in 1715, but it was not a colony. The land was essentially occupied by the Catalan military and extorted by merchants from throughout the Dual Kingdom for nearly one hundred and twenty five years, when in 1839 the Catalan policy towards Gramante was altered. Instead of brutally subjugating the Gramantes, the Catalan government decided to instead give them colonial status. King Juane III appointed the first Viceroy of Tripoli, which was later called the Viceroy of Gramanate. Assimilation slowly began, but it was by no means a fast task. Conversations to Roman Catholicism did occur due to the Altres Fe Tax, but Catalan was no where close to being widely spoken, especially compared to its presence in neighboring Tunis.<br/><br/>Prime Minister Pi i Margall wanted to change this, and he believed in order to assimilate Gramante it must first be annexed by Tunis. He met with the King for formality, who agreed to the merger, and the Royal Assembly later overwhelming approved it. After all, the Liberals and the Christian Democrats dominated the Royal Assembly, leading a powerful coalition that outnumbered the Conservatives almost four to one. It was then that Joan Terès i Borrull, the Viceroy of Tunis, became the Viceroy of Tunis and Gramante. The Prime Minister still had more plans for North Africa, and slowly turned his attention east."
14246,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381,2014-12-21T00:31:00,Fortunagen,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/d/d0/Flag_of_Transvaal.svg/200px-Flag_of_Transvaal.svg.png""/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">The Grand Boer Republic</span><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Translated from Dutch</span><br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323946&amp;p=22839577"" rel=""nofollow"">Factbook</a></div><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Map""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/D4l0z26.png?1""/></div></div></div><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Capital City of Pretoria</span><br/><br/>A growing city by any means, the capital of the young republic was lively as usual. The city was valued for it's universities and administrative power, and as a result many of the nation's brightest resided within a few kilometers of the Legislature. With electricity finally becoming a commonplace within the cities, the President could finally give the go ahead on numerous infrastructural projects. Including telegraph lines and street cars, the National Service was put to work, and the executive labor force of the President would once again become useful. The majority of the Boer nation consisted of farmers and miners, and while this was profitable, every President since the great Ulrich knew this was not sustainable. Following attempts to modernize educational systems and increase communication, the majority of the decision-makers in the country came to the simple conclusion that there was simply not enough capital inside of the nation for it to provide jobs for an educated middle class. Many had suggestions for the methods of which could be used to generate said capital, but few would reap much benefit. In order to generate some sort of revenue, an open borders policy was adopted for any ships looking to dock of refuel in the nation. Being situated in a strategically important location, this would hopefully create an incentive for foreign merchants to stop by during their voyages. The only problem with this was the lack of a naval infrastructure. In spite of this, trade was the original tool that was going to be used, but lacking and major harbors and/or shipbuilding capabilities meant the nation was limited to primitive caravans to the North and trade along the Swahili coast. This provided a modest income source a long period of time, but this could no longer support the expansive infrastructural projects that were being undertaken. A particularly wealthy senator left a considerable fortune to the state under the purpose of ""developing a modern port city on the Cape of Good Hope"". Now, 1880 had been a particularly good year for the treasury, and realizing the potential benefits from an actual port, the President had a bill before him that authorized the establishment of the city of Harbon(named after the senator) on the location of the small settlement of Cape Town already present in the area. Using generous eminent domain policies, the plan was authorized. A harbor outfit with drydocks and shipyards was constructed along with zoning for manufacturing and commercial sectors not far away. In an attempt the grow the city quickly, offers of investment were sent to all the nations the Grand Boer Republic had any diplomatic ties with. Hopefully news of the opportunities available would spread around the globe.<br/><div align=""center""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/d/d0/Flag_of_Transvaal.svg/200px-Flag_of_Transvaal.svg.png""/><br/>To all nations capable of receiving this letter,<br/><br/>On behalf of the Grand Boer Republic, the construction of a great port in the city of Harbon has presented you with the opportunity for investment in a nation rich in natural resources with a stable government and a sensible people. We are hoping to expand our industrial capabilities, and electrical needs will be provided for you upon arrival. The only reason we are letting the rest of the world take a piece of our profit is that we simply do not have the capital. With the help of your investment, we can all see the Republic achieve it's full economic potential.</blockquote></div>"
14247,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381,2014-12-21T01:39:00,Sveltlana,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://fc05.deviantart.net/fs70/i/2014/355/c/5/arms_of_kalmar_scandinavia_by_vengarl-d8alz8o.png""/><br/><span style=""font-size: 250%; line-height: 116%;"">K</span><span style=""font-size: 180%; line-height: 116%;"">ALMARUNIONEN</span> <span style=""margin-left: 5px;""><span style=""font-size: 250%; line-height: 116%;"">S</span><span style=""font-size: 180%; line-height: 116%;"">KANDINAVIEN</span></span><div style=""margin-left:75px; margin-right:75px; margin-bottom:5px; margin-top:5px""><hr/></div><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 130%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #004080"">Chapter One: A Small Problem</span></span><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;"">4th of January, the year 1881.</span></span></div><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">-- THE ROYAL PALACE; STOCKHOLM --</span></div><br/>The clatter of light soles on marble was the only sound that echoed through the hallways of the Royal Palace. The tea gown was a simple, dark thing, with lace ends and a modest neckline, obviously imported from Britain according to the latest Archibaldian fashion. The woman wore no jewels, no crown and, as a matter of fact, nothing to indicate that she was the rightfully-crowned Lady of Scandinavia. She was so informally-dressed that she did not even wear a hat upon her head. Our Lady was no longer young, but not yet old: one of those Swedish women who begin losing their health (and consequently, beauty) at a rather advanced age, although her body, devoid of youthful energy, clearly indicated the age and experience of the Kalmar Queen. Christine, god-knows-what of her name, of the House of Vasa, the oldest and proudest noble house of Scandinavia.<br/><br/>As she reached a bend in the hallway, she found a door on her way, but, perhaps more obstructively, a company of footmen outside the door.<br/><br/>""My lady!"" cried the captain of the footmen as he laid eyes on his Queen (in an obnoxiously loud voice). The Queen extended her hand, and the captain rushed forth to kiss it. ""I would respectfully advise you to remain outside. His Highness is very ill, but now he is delirious!"" The Queen obviously knew all this, and his repeating it annoyed her incredibly.<br/><br/>""Then he will make more sense than he did at any stage of his life"" answered the Queen. ""Stand aside, Lord Captain. I wish to see my husband.""<br/><br/>""It will be as you wish, my lady!"" squealed the footman as he bowed and stood aside. Two of the company opened each of the twin doors and the Queen, adopting the most pleasant face she could muster, entered the room. This was the former master bedroom, which she had abandoned in favor of her rather large boudoir. At the far center of the room, the king lay alone on the enormous bed. A medicus sat at a table on one end of the room, and two assistants were brewing some concoction over the fireplace. Her soles again clattered on the floor as she walked up to the bed.<br/><br/>""Ah,<span style=""font-style: italic"">c'est ma femme</span>"" said the King in french as he saw the familiar figure of his wife stooping over the bed. His eyes were wild and his mouth twitched involuntarily.<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Et c'est mon homme</span>"" she whispered in a shaken voice - their language was Spanish, not French. ""How are you feeling?""<br/><br/>The King was about to reply with sarcasm, but somehow made use of his wits again and replied, honestly, ""better than yesterday,<span style=""font-style: italic"">ma femme</span>."" She kissed his hand. She smiled bitterly, spoke with him casually for as long as manners required, and then exchanged farewells with her husband at the bed, assuring him that she would return soon. Gathering her skirts, she briskly walked away. At the door, she was handed a note by the doctor, which she kept in her closed fist.<br/><br/>The mascarons on the marble hallway stared at her again as she walked back to her room. Paintings of animals being slaughtered by past monarchs, on horseback, attentively observed her. She shuddered as she passed the King's portrait. The wide windows let an enormous amount of light into the hallway, leting her observe every atom of the King's sharp features. It was with relief that the Queen opened the door to her study, closed the door shut, and opened her fist. She removed the gloves from her hands.<br/><br/><div style=""margin-left:75px; margin-right:75px; margin-bottom:5px; margin-top:5px""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Your highness,<br/><br/>According to your request, I have examined his excellency thoroughly and have come to the conclusion that the health he has at the moment is brief, a final dash of life in him. I regretfully inform your highness that his lordship is estimated to live but for another few days. At most a week, but perhaps two with God's intercession.<br/><br/>Respectfully,<br/>Dr. A.S. Malksvist</span></blockquote></div><br/><br/>Four words caught her attention: ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">a week... perhaps two</span>."" She smiled.<span style=""font-style: italic"">What a wife I am</span>, she thought, and rang the bell.<br/><br/>The maid rushed in.<br/><br/>""Alva, darling, have the girls come in. We need to have a little chat.""<br/><br/>There was a slight problem: one of these was to be crowned Queen of Scandinavia within the next few months, and all three were bachelorettes."
14248,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381,2014-12-21T03:41:00,The Khedive,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/e/ec/Flag_of_the_German_Empire.svg/320px-Flag_of_the_German_Empire.svg.png""/></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">HRH Victoria of Hanover<br/><br/>The City of Berlin<br/>Kingdom of Prussia<br/>North German Confederation <br/><br/>31. Dezember. 1880</span></span><br/><br/>""10! 9!...""<br/><br/>Even here, the spectre of Prussian militarism pervaded, nay, paraded. A robotic jackboot of suffocating reaction and brutal efficiency wielded in both hands clenched, stamping upon the face of the last vestiges of liberty. In poised goosestep it marched out of eighteen eighty, and into eighteen eighty-one, where it would unfurl its infernal banners in defiance to the world.<br/><br/>And at the head of it all was that devil man, that Pied Piper, Herr Bismarck. Behind him all of Hohenzollern crawled, from grandfather to cradle, fallen under his spell or maybe, most likely, the victims of their own incantation of bloodlust and madness. They called it nationalism. She called it barbarism.<br/><br/>Meanwhile like vultures the great Concert of Europe circled the freshly arisen nation of North Germany, like Cadmean men sprung from dragon's teeth. Ruthenia nested in Prussia's ancestral lands. Bohemia withheld German Austria. Francia still smarted from its defeat ten years ago. The United Kingdom peered in suspicion. And across the Channel, Britannia growled.<br/><br/>""...4! 3! 2! 1!""<br/><br/>Another year, with no sight of freedom. And worse yet, her dear lord husband was not with her to share with her her hopes and fears. Theirs was a loving union, a happy marriage that challenged the pride of conservative monarchs, a coupling that had brought forth beautiful children. But he was far away, across distant seas, in Mongolia entreating foreign courts, or at least on his way. She knew the distance, and it would be long before his return.<br/><br/>She longed for him dearly.<br/><br/>But here, at home, that is to say the Stadtschloss, the Hohenzollerns had a little gathering of their own, and if anything one could appreciate their genuine gestures of goodwill. All the members were here, excepting the patriarch, King Wilhelm, who retired early on account of his age. From her chambers she could hear the hearty bawling of her uncles and cousins in law, and felt her sons listening, learning. It would be their turn to take the throne in time.<br/><br/>A knock at the door. A boy entered, barely twenty-two, back on leave from the army, far too young. Little Fritz, with his dashing officer's uniform and moustache. Almost too Prussian. Not too long ago he was learning to ride. Soon he would be king.<br/><br/>""Mother,"" he called. It was an accent too harsh and too strong, its source none other than that Bismarck on whose lap he had bounced on all his childhood.<br/><br/>""We are lonesome without your radiant presence. Come, join us in the festivities downstairs.""<br/><br/>She turned from the revelling reverie of a thousand sparkling lights of fireworks at midnight over the smog-filled skies of Berlin -- the workers continued to toil unceasingly -- and into the gloom of Fritz's eyes. She was his mother, but it was Bismarck who stared back. The devil had raised him, and raised him too well at that. And yet...<br/><br/>He was her son. That much was clear.<br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">HRH Friedrich Karl of Prussia<br/><br/>The City of Berlin<br/>Kingdom of Prussia<br/>North German Confederation <br/><br/>1. Januar 1881</span></span><br/><br/>""...2! 1!""<br/><br/>New Year came and passed, like the rest before it. The world remained the same, entrenched in its old way of thinking. Konigsberg remained in filthy Lechian hands. Germans everywhere grasped for a vision, a dream, some ancestral longing that tied all Germania together in a primordial blood rite of kinship. The intelligentsia were calling it volksturm.<br/><br/>Now the drinks had been overflowing, and as the more whimsical tales and subjects of the previous day and year had passed in rapid succession, the one that lay deep in their quivering bosoms burst forth to seek centre stage.<br/><br/>The voices blurred in his head until the Red Prince wasn't sure which one was his. Must've been the angry one.<br/><br/>""... War is imminent. Once the winter frost thaws so too will these feigned smiles.""<br/><br/>""The question is not when. The question is not where.""<br/><br/>""And the who is not even a question!""<br/><br/>""The question is how.""<br/><br/>""The battle lines have been drawn long before our time. On one side we have Portugal.""<br/><br/>""And Britannia!""<br/><br/>""Yes, Portugal and the Commonwealth.""<br/><br/>""And on the other we have Francia.""<br/><br/>""Who else?""<br/><br/>""Francia would not dare march alone.""<br/><br/>""I'd wager they'll pull the United Kingdom into this fight.""<br/><br/>""Yes, so they'll counterbalance the navies... Hic!""<br/><br/>""Two continental powers and two naval powers.""<br/><br/>""Make that two continental powers and three naval powers.""<br/><br/>""What do you mean?""<br/><br/>""Portugal's a continental power as well as a naval power.""<br/><br/>""It's hardly balanced.""<br/><br/>""They wouldn't dare if it was.""<br/><br/>""Whatever the outcome, I dare say Francia will be left weak.""<br/><br/>""Aye, and Amsterdam too!""<br/><br/>""Luxembourg and Limburg will be free at last.""<br/><br/>""Why wait? I'm sure we have more to gain on the Portuguese side.""<br/><br/>""And they need us.""<br/><br/>""True! A land power!""<br/><br/>""We'll be back before spring!""<br/><br/>""And we could have the Dutch fleet at the negotiation table.""<br/><br/>""If we still had a navy.""<br/><br/>""It is too large for us to overcome.""<br/><br/>""Better off Copenhagen-ing the Britons.""<br/><br/>""What's a Copenhagen, eh?""<br/><br/>""It's where you take someone else's fleet.""<br/><br/>""And, what, use it?""<br/><br/>""That's not very nice.""<br/><br/>""Uncles, cousins, you're missing the big picture. The West is not our concern, except to make allies.""<br/><br/>""That's a shame. We haven't had a war in ten years.""<br/><br/>""You'll have your war. In the East.""<br/><br/>""Konigsberg?""<br/><br/>""No. Prussia.""<br/><br/>""Thought we already were Prussia?""<br/><br/>""In name.""<br/><br/>""So we don't have Prussia?""<br/><br/>""Then why are we the Kingdom of Prussia?""<br/><br/>Silence. This time it was Friedrich the Younger's turn to speak.<br/><br/>""Because the matter hasn't been resolved.""<br/><br/>***<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">TO: Foreign Office, Mongol Empire<br/>FROM: North German Confederation<hr/><br/><br/>Salutations,<br/><br/>The North German Confederation is greatly concerned with the happenings within the state of your most eternal empire. Our Government has despatched HRH Prince Friedrich of Prussia to discuss matters within your stately court and pursue more cordial ties, on behalf of the Confederation as a whole. We pray he may be granted an audience with His Imperial Majesty.<br/><br/>On behalf of His Royal Majesty,<br/>King Wilhelm of Prussia</blockquote>"
14249,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381,2014-12-21T03:56:00,Liecthenbourg,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://s30.postimg.org/tbaomw9y9/Flag_of_Quebec.jpg""/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #000080"">Les Etats-Unis de Nouvelle France<br/>Ville de Quebec, Quebec, Nouvelle France</span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Chapter 1: To Divide a Continent,<br/>1st of January, 1881 AD</span></span></div><br/><hr/><br/><br/>President Leclerc adjusted his monocle ever so slightly whilst also squinting in his good eye, his left, as he examined the newspaper. He had barely touched his breakfast. Comforting strokes of steam rising into the air from his cup of tea were accompanied by the intoxicating bouquet of the sweet honey and jam upon warm toast, a favourite of the elderly gentleman. Leclerc had become heavily interested in the ideas of this Antarctic Expedition and would surely bring the matter up to the Senate once the meeting started earlier today. He frowned upon reading the other pieces of news; earthquakes in Corfu, cholera in parts of the Commonwealth's holdings in India and the strong demands of the Clergy in the CMA. He agreed with what the Clergy said, but the Government of the CMA, as far as Leclerc could recall, were not exactly the most willing to cooperate on demands of the populace - especially on matters such as National Conscription.<br/><br/>He took a sip of his tea, the warm, sweet liquid calming him down ever so slightly and warming him up on the cold January Morning. His least favourite day of the year the 1st of January was. This was because of the fact the previous evening he'd have been up late at family get togethers, business parties and whatnot and was still required to wake up rather early for duties. Still, he had managed the past 3 years and had no ideas on giving up his post nor his hobbies on the 31th of December either. Before long he had finished and his chauffeur, a man almost as old as he was, had entered the room. He bowed out of respect and held open the door. Leclerc got up and reached for his black umbrella. As he approached the door, he nodded to his chauffeur and proceeded to walk outside towards the wagon.<br/><br/>The rain was not heavy, but it still caused the president to open his umbrella to prevent his suit from getting wet. Pats upon the fabric became an orchestral symphony of the elements that was suddenly cut short as the closed the umbrella rapidly, placed it on an outside basket and sat within the red, velvety seats of his wagon. He knocked upon the opposite side of the wagon, alerting his chauffeur he was ready to leave. A flick of the reins was heard next and the wagon began its journey across the beautifully lit streets of Quebec. Hooves, wheels and rain were all that was heard, impacting the cobble stone streets with a comforting<span style=""font-style: italic"">clack.</span>The city was sleeping, many would remark. Only postmen and milkmen were often seen at this hour, with the other patrons of the morning being Representatives and Ministers all heading towards the Senate Building. It was an incredibly impressive structure, piercing the heavens her dome was and her spires too touched the clouds with grace. Made of marble and stone she could be seen from all across Quebec, a true testimony to the endurance of such a nation. (Little was mentioned on the fact it was previously the Colonial Governor's House.)<br/><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""color: #000080""><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Chambre du Peuple, Ville de Quebec, Quebec, Nouvelle France</span></div></span><br/><br/>""Gentlemen, today we begin on a rather saddening note. Various affairs around the World have culminated in a great surge, especially within myself, in a belief that we must act in helping other nations on the World Stage. In accordance with the horrendous affects of the Earthquake in Corfu, I propose we are to send a sum of money to any afflicted nations as a sort of, relief fund. In response to the outbreak of Cholera in British Punjab, I would also like to volunteer, to send with the Commonwealth's consent, a team of Nouvelle Francais Scientists to help identify the water sources which are causing this problem."" This was the opening statement of President Leclerc, earning many a cheer from the Liberal dominated house.<br/><br/>Prime Minister Dupont continued, standing up from his podium and dusting down his great, black silken suit. ""On the home-front, so to speak, the following bills that were passed have shown great success. The Mandatory-Vaccinations Act, which as we all know was rather... a push forward, has seen great improvement in the public health of all. The housing act that we fought to push forward has also seen many a great success, as have the others including the lesser public oriented economic policies.""<br/><br/><hr/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #000080"">Panama, De Verenigde Provinciën van Megiko</span></span></div><br/><br/>Bouchard inhaled the cigar smoke heavily, watching the construction of the Panama Canal from the Bouchard-Tremblay Industries building. It was here, nearby the site, that the investors from his company, with the blessing of the Megiko Government, had set up shop. Here they made sure their funds were well used into construction efforts and gave an approving overwatch on the project itself as it was to be carried out. The Dutch too, if Bouchard's memory could recall it well, had also set up investors nearby but that wasn't his focus at the moment. He merely wished to continue his cigar, the faint red hue emanating from the burning end reflecting upon the ring on his index finger, and to watch the project continue. With it, the continent may have been split in two, but the relations between Nouvelle France and Megiko would come closer than ever.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://s28.postimg.org/mch62vbe1/Coat_of_Arms_of_Quebec.png""/><br/>To: The Foreign Office of the Commonwealth<br/>From: Jean-Baptiste Leclerc, President of Les Etats-Unis de Nouvelle France</div><br/><br/>It has come to the attention of many here in Nouvelle France of the rather unfortunate and disastrous outbreak of the Cholera in your holdings in the Punjab. It is with this in mind and sentiment in our hearts that I offer, with your blessing of course, that the Government of Nouvelle France dispatches several scientists to aid in the search for the cause of the outbreak, to aide the people of your territory and to help out with the civilian populaces of all nations. I hope you are not offended by this request and do take it into consideration.</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://s28.postimg.org/mch62vbe1/Coat_of_Arms_of_Quebec.png""/><br/>To: The Foreign Office of the Dual Kingdom<br/>From: Jean-Baptiste Leclerc, President of Les Etats-Unis de Nouvelle France</div><br/><br/>Dearest Receiver of this Missive.<br/>It is with great sadness in my heart that I find out of the dire situation in Albania and Corfu. Due to the dire situation in which the common people find themselves in, it is, henceforth, in my best interests to aid in the bettering of their lives to perhaps even better standard than prior to the disaster. Because of this, alongside this letter you will come across a Cheque for 10,000 Francs that may be redeemed for your own currency at any local bank.<br/>God's Speed, my dearest compatriots!</blockquote>"
14250,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381,2014-12-21T04:06:00,Finland SSR,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/f6LfcAz.png""/><br/><br/><span style=""color: #400000""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">The Second Finnish Republic</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Chapter 1: God Save the Suomi</span><br/><br/>Turku, Republic of Finland, Anno Domini 1881</span></span></div><br/><br/>""So, what are you babbling about?"" General Bahjo Kohjonen of the Western Corps, nephew of the now dead King of Finland Pahjo I. Thankfully, his loyalty to the republic, he saved his post and his life in Finland. However, he was not very liked amongst both the masses and the politics. He was impatient.<br/><br/>""The meeting of the Parliament has just now finished. They looked over the situation, signed the budget for 1881 and discussed the current political position."" Harri Arhonen, Minister of Military, as well as Bahjo's close friend and brother-in-law, replied. He was the leader of the Finnish Socialist Party, which Bahjo was a member of. ""It's quite interesting news.""<br/><br/>""Why should I care? I am a soldier, not a politician."" Bahjo was about to open the door and leave the small house for the streets of Turku, when Harri stopped him.<br/><br/>""Unlike quite a lot of people I know, you are both of them. And it is important not only for me, but also for you and the Socialist Party.""<br/><br/>Bahjo slowly turned around. ""What is it?""<br/><br/>""It seems that the Democrats have sought out our strategy. The Socialist Party has recently been banned from elections, and we both will become unemployed by January 31st.""<br/><br/>Bahjo walked out to the streets. ""Don't tell me they are reshuffling the entire military again.""<br/><br/>""Yes, they are. The regiments will be reorganized and most of the bureaucracy will be removed. The military spending was also reduced. I don't get many glimpses on the work of Pahjo Vethonen, Minister of Foreign Policy, as well as the President, but I believe they are planning to sign a non-aggression pact with Sweden next month.""<br/><br/>""Those Democrats believe they will get away from war by sucking up to others and sitting behind the Rovaniemi line.""<br/><br/>""Exactly. In other news, a new paper factory has opened in Kemi. I believe they need experienced nanagers there. You can plan out your job already.""<br/><br/>""I don't think Finland itself is a safe place for us anymore. I worked on making it a power, but we'd rather just sit in our fortress and wait until the Apocalypse comes, it seems."""
14251,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381,2014-12-21T04:35:00,Caltarania,"<div style=""margin-left:75px; margin-right:75px; margin-bottom:5px; margin-top:5px""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""color: #BF0000"">Commonwealth of England, Scotland and Ireland</span></span></span><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/6/64/Coat_of_Arms_of_the_Protectorate_%281653%E2%80%931659%29.svg/200px-Coat_of_Arms_of_the_Protectorate_%281653%E2%80%931659%29.svg.png""/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""color: #BF0000"">Chapter 1 - Reign of Giants</span></span></span></div><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""color: #BF0000""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">City of Westminster, District Britannia<br/>January 1st, 1881</span></span></div></blockquote></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin-left:75px; margin-right:75px; margin-bottom:5px; margin-top:5px"">The red hot sun ascended, ablaze, above the azure waters of the Thames. The Houses of Parliament in the City of Westminster - even in all their grandeur and majesty - were but a leaf in the wind when compared to the magnificence and beauty of the great sun above. Inside the largest of the Houses of Parliament - the House of Commons - a debate had been ongoing for many an hour. The issues were many, but the main was that of social welfare. For many a moon, the Liberal Party had been torn asunder by conflicting views on whether or not welfare should be distributed. The party - which made up a good 75% of the House - was split into two factions; the so-called 'Ritchites' or 'National Liberals' led by Charles Thomson Ritchie, and the aptly dubbed 'Bannermen' or 'Social Democratic Liberals' led by Henry Campbell-Bannerman. The former advocated free market capitalism whereby the lower classes should not be granted welfare, for it was undignified. The latter advocated social welfare that would redistribute wealth from the rich to the poor, and would be able to provide for all. This long debate, however, had made it clear that reconciliation was not possible, and that the two factions would soon become independent parties. This was a huge event in the Commonwealth, as the party which previously dominated the House for the past three hundred or so years would finally come to an end. The Liberal Party was dead.<br/><br/>RH Henry Campbell-Bannerman and his 'Bannermen' were the first of the two factions to realise that the party was dead, and formally renounced their membership to the party. This sent shockwaves through Parliament, as hundreds of now-independent MPs roamed it's halls. The Ritchites quickly followed, and Charles Thomson Ritchie famously said <span style=""font-style: italic"">""Liberalism is dead.""</span> The two opposing sects now moved quickly to found new parties and to redirect their monetary flow from the Liberal party to their own. Campbell-Bannerman registered the 'Party of Social Democratic Liberals' on the 2nd of January. Ritchie, on the 3rd, registered the 'Party of National Liberals'. The house was now more split than ever before, with the National Liberals comprising around 30% of the seats, the Social Democratic Liberals comprising around 50% of the seats, the Conservatives comprising around 15% of the seats and the High Tories comprising around 5% of the seats. The Bannermen had a majority; just. Quickly, Ritchie organised a 'Conservative and Nationalist Coalition' with the other two right-of-centre parties, and the house was divided; perfectly so. Luckily for the Social Democrats, however, the Lord Protector had remained true to the Liberal cause, and appointed Campbell-Bannerman as Prime Minister once more.</div>"
14252,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381,2014-12-21T04:42:00,Alleniana,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><hr/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 250%; line-height: 116%;"">The Globe Broadsheet</span><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/MvURNUA.png""/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">The First To Know</span></div><br/><hr/><br/><table border=""1"" cellpadding=""0"" cellspacing=""0"" width=""85%""><tr><td><span style=""font-size: 175%; line-height: 116%;"">Cholera in British Punjab</span><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">1/2/1881</span><br/>A major outbreak of cholera has occurred once again, this time in India, mainly within the city of Karachi and its surrounds. Though much of the world has much improved its hygiene and water supplies since the last outbreak several decades ago, resulting in regions of Europe and the Americas becoming largely insusceptible, the fear is that the major port city may soon spread a new epidemic across southern Asia, and perhaps, by virtue of its traffic of trade and the like, into other unprepared regions of the world. <br/><br/>At present, it is estimated that well over a thousand have become infected with the diarrhoea-inducing illness with a handful of recorded deaths already, natives and colonisers alike, a small enough number within the region itself, but certainly enough to transmit cholera about the world before a painful death if left untreated. Local authorities have only begun to take measures, and it appears that this strain may be particularly infectious. However, thankfully, many patients have reported less pain and easier recoveries where recovery has been possible. <br/><br/>Though, at this stage, which direction this plague will take, the characteristics of this strain and the effect this cholera outbreak will have on both British Asia, India and the world as a whole are unclear, and to depend on rapid action, regardless of the nature of the cholera. Cleanliness and carefulness are stressed, in dealing with the disease, currently confined to within several days' ride of Karachi, though further up along the Indus river, whose polluted state is thought to be linked to the outbreak at hand by those on scene.</td><td><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/5/5d/Robert_Koch_%28Deutsche_Cholera-Expedition_in_%C3%84gypten_1884%29.jpg/281px-Robert_Koch_%28Deutsche_Cholera-Expedition_in_%C3%84gypten_1884%29.jpg""/> <span style=""font-size: 85%; line-height: 116%;"">A group of Commonwealth cholera researchers in Egypt who began to make their way to Karachi upon hearing of the outbreak there</span></td></tr></table><table border=""1"" cellpadding=""0"" cellspacing=""0"" width=""85%""><tr><td><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Clergy Demand Conscription Exemptions in CMA</span><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">11/1/1881</span><br/>Hot on the tails of their work during Christmas, the Catholic clergymen of the Andean nation have managed to arrange a petition, signed by thousands of both men of the cloth and their congregations, requesting exemption from mandatory military service for the church's employees and employees' immediate family, due to the spiritual nature of their work, more important than the army, they say. The largely Catholic nation currently has a compulsory system of universal military training that goes for three years starting from the age of 18, unless exempted by special circumstances that render one unfit to serve. The militaristic nation has tended to pull all the resources it can into its army for service, and generally, within recent history, the populace has not objected greatly. However, this is one movement that the population seems to have gotten behind. <br/><br/>Though the government has not responded yet, Archbishop Adrian Grifo Abel, an important figure in Cochabamba, has already been chosen by consensus to present the petition sometime during the month of January. Its specific wording calls for ""all priests and their immediate family to be granted immunity from compulsory military service of any type, except as non combatant personnel or chaplains during wartime,"" in addition to the de-listing of all priests and their family from reserves lists. <br/><br/>It is unclear how the secular country's government plans to react at the time, especially as the movement has only come so recently to light, and also in light of the CMA's secular bent, despite the majority Catholic Christian population. The Pope, furthermore, has also not yet made clear a position on the issue, due to the distance of the See from the action in the Andes, but Rome is expected to issue some kind of public stance soon, owing to its relevance of the petition. In general, if accepted, the petition would remove thousands from the nation's manpower pool, and if denied, it would most likely trigger protests that might need to be suppressed, perhaps even damaging foreign relations with the Papal States.</td><td><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Rioting in Mongol Hanoi</span><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">15/3/1881</span><br/>An altercation with a tax official recently in the northern agricultural outskirts of Hanoi, allegedly over a pig and two chickens of undisclosed gender, has led to what is currently a state of anarchy within much of outer Hanoi, as well as disorder in the inner city. Though the instability might be easily rectified due to the disorganized and largely unarmed nature of the looters, its ramifications are notable, in spite of its humble start. <br/><br/>It is believed that a tax official of the Mongol Empire attempted to extract taxes from a farmer's wife while the farmer was not at home, regarding the keeping of livestock, specifically a large hog, but also with two chickens being part of the issue as well. It ended with the death of both chickens and the theft of their bodies by a dog, which the farmer's wife consequently cursed with a string of expletives commonly used against the racially Mongolian, and as the tax official objected, the farmer returned, the argument quickly escalating into a brawl. Passing soldiers quickly arrested the farmer and his friends who had come to help, but any hope of keeping things calm went up in flames when the farmer's house was torched by a drunkard soldier. The incarcerated were broken out of their restraints on their way to a local magistrate or officer who was to arbitrate and preside over judgement by sympathetic locals, finally the Vietnamese and anti-empire citizens starting a riot against the Mongols, who first attempted to resist within said provincial street but who instead inflamed them. The entire event escalated to looting and racial violence from that point on, eventually cover several large areas of Hanoi, predominantly poorer areas. <br/><br/>Order has not yet been re-established, and though it would not take many troops to get the wild frenzy of a mob, armed with the most rudimentary weapons, under control, it is notable for having escalated so quickly from something that appeared to be handled most unprofessionally. It may perhaps provoke international attention towards the larger issue of troubled Mongol rule, especially so far from its capital and so close to borders with French colonies in Indochina and the Portuguese protectorate of Siam. It does indeed, come at a time when the Kyrgyz revolts that began last year continue to have effect on the west, in the central Asian steppes, in ways that have reverberated all about the large empire; some perceive that the uprising helped in causing the atmosphere that resulted in the Hanoi Riots.</td></tr></table><table border=""1"" cellpadding=""0"" cellspacing=""0"" width=""85%""><tr><td><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Earthquake Strikes Corfu</span><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">2/3/1881</span><br/>Very recently, a powerful earthquake was reported to have hit the northern shore of Corfu, a Greek island in the Adriatic. Resulting in much destruction of properties, and deaths, from the preliminary reports, it has principally affected Catalonian-Neapolitan Albania and Hellenic Epirus &amp; Corfu. Aftershocks have also been recorded, as well as a small tsunami that caused further havoc along Adriatic coast, much of it Italian. The largest and most noticeable earthquake within the past couple of years, it is to be hoped that the death, injury and destruction it has caused, already likely to amount to many fortunes and at least a handful of casualties, in addition to thousands affected in body and mind. It is supposed that relief efforts are being organised, but in any case, the area around the epicentre, just on the shoreline of Corfu, almost to within the line of sight, has been devastated. Thankfully, both the Hellenic Republic and the Dual Kingdom are quite capable of handling the catastrophe, though how efficiently they do so remains to be seen, especially considering their rivalry that may hamper cooperation and coordination in recovery efforts and rebuilding. The two nations, though not particularly friendly, may well be forced together in order to give their people the best treatment possible in the matter of the repair of Albania, Corfu and Epirus, and perhaps even some coastal areas of Naples.</td><td><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Advertisement for Adventurous Readers</span><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">16/3/1881</span><br/>An Antarctic expedition is set to begin in 1882, with explorer and prominent international personality Jean de Raffeteur looking to use his considerable wealth to hire a party of aspiring voyagers to accompany him on a trip to attempt to claim the South Pole. Though no governments have offered their support yet, he is confident that sponsorship will soon be found. Up to 10 applicants will be allowed into the party, which will be composed primarily of educated, fit young gentlemen. Those who are physically able and without defect, either in mind or body, should apply either to his office in London, or his current residence in countryside Pallasia. To acquire the addresses of the locations, find your nearest Globe Broadsheet office, which will direct you to either.</td></tr></table></blockquote>"
14253,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381,2014-12-21T04:49:00,Altito Asmoro,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.flyingcolours.org/uploads/product_imgs/3c654b5d07.png""/></div><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Chapter 1: The Lion, The Prey, And The Hunters</span></div><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">January 1st of 1881</span></div><br/><br/>The sun rose on the top of the Presidential Palace as Rafael Nunez, President of Gran Colombia and the Supreme Commander of its glorious military stood out in the backyard of the Palace, stretched his body and did exercises to made his body healthier. Surely a good physical condition and mental condition is needed during this tense times. Hostility with Mexico and the growing tension between Colombia and its neighbors tend to be...not healthy.<br/><br/>On the other hand, Rafael also has problems domestically. Infrastructures must be improved to satisfy investors's needs to invest in Colombia. And that will also causes frictions with local Amerindian tribes and government. Which must be improved. To be seen, they are the Lions, its economy is the preys for the hunters, the investors. Lions that is weaker compared to its hunters.<br/><br/>In the meantime, he ordered the military to prepared itself for the worst and trained its body and mind to its peak, while also maintaining the navy and expanding the arms industry to be able to self-sufficient and to exports its arms to his smaller and weaker neighbors, like Uruguay."
14254,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381,2014-12-21T05:30:00,Sasutary Island,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><br/>Chapter 1: The Wakening<br/>The Kingdom of Afghanistan<br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/8/8b/Flag_of_Afghanistan_%281931%E2%80%931973%29.svg/320px-Flag_of_Afghanistan_%281931%E2%80%931973%29.svg.png""/><br/>خدا نجات پادشاه</span></div><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Kabul, The Kingdom of Afghanistan<br/>1 January 1881</span><br/>The local market was abuzz, people selling goods imported or otherwise. The recent flood of foreign investment quickened Afghanistan's modernization. The fields were replaced by factories, the people increasingly find themselves above the poverty line, earning 27 shillings a month. Up from 10 Shillings a month. The people were content with life, and were splashing out money on furniture and entertainment in Opera Halls. The opulence of Kabul was unmatched in Asia. The paved sidewalks were lined with traders touting imported date-fruits, drinks and western products such as kitchenware. A license was needed for any man to own a gun, and there was a limit to how many guns a man could have. People on horseback were a common sight now, though Automobiles have yet to make a presence in Afghanistan. Off duty troops acted as policemen, ensuring that no violence or discontent was abound.<br/><br/>In the Royal Courtyard, sweepers were clearing the footpaths of fallen leaves and litter. Ceremonial guards stand guard and watch over the perimeter of the Palace grounds for any Radical Muslim Militants. The Palace garden was open to the public, and the numerous Gazebos of the park were always filled with families having picnics. All was fine and well in Kabul.<br/><br/>King Karzai Shah sat in his room, a fine palace it was. The smooth, velvety carpet, the fine interior and exterior of the Palace which had belonged to the previous, deposed, Imam of Afghanistan. He looked into his glass of Water, the water was rippling as he breathed. He felt a sense of unease, his Kingdom's location between the British and the Persians was a great threat to national security. Thankfully for him, the previous Imam had built 4 defensive lines on the border. Walled cities remained walled cities and the army was beginning to step up its military activity in the Hindu Kush as exercises. He had to find allies; Afghanistan's long standing isolationism was endangering the nation itself. He had sent forth messengers to the French a few months ago, though they still have yet to return. This was still not enough, in the King's mind. He had to buy the support of the Dutch, the Mongolians and probably the Portuguese as-well if he were to stand a chance against foreign aggression. Persians and British have long posed a threat, and with these allies King Shah hoped to cut them down to size.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Ahmad, come here please. I want you to send a delegation to each of these nations. I want to restart Afghanistan's diplomatic ties with the world. No Westerner or Persian will set foot on our soil.</span><br/><br/>""Yes your highness, what are the nations in question?""<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">The Dutch and the Mongolians. They are brave men, my father studied their ways. Send with the delegates a special something for their leaders. Opium Poppy should suffice.</span><br/><br/>""Yes your Highness, I shall have them notified and a train waiting for them right away. Anything else, your highness?""<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">I would like another string of Dates if you don't mind Ahmad.</span><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Outskirts of Kabul, Kabul Train Central</span><br/>The delegation boarded a train that ran from Kabul to Kandahar, before crossing the border into British Pakistan and then through Portuguese India, before reaching Dutch-controlled Bengal. The train was a regular passenger train, and the men hid their cases of legal documents, written in both English and Pashto, under a modified flooring, should any British or Portuguese customs officer check for their baggage. Accompanied by 2 bodyguards, the delegation set off. The train slowly chugged its way out of the station, leaving behind it a giant plume of steam. Railways had only recently been made in Afghanistan, even then only by foreign Investors. These machines revolutionized how the world traveled, and it was expected for the delegation to reach Bengal within 2 days.<br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Hindu Kush, a Telegraph Station</span><br/>""Sir, sir! Telegraph from the King.""<br/><br/>A tall man with a mustache was interrupted from his morning breakfast. Called Harim Kazani, he turned his head over his shoulders, and snatched the Telegram from him. It stated that he was to cross the border into Han Chinese lands, and be the official delegate for the Afghan people to ask for a military alliance from them. His skills in most of the Chinese dialects would help him, and with a few Sherpa guides and mountain horses, set off to the nearest Han settlement, taking with him a box of specially chosen Opium Poppies. His long and grueling journey over the Himalayan mountains and into Han controlled lands took its toll on Harim and his guides, but soon he would see it through. Soon.<br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i.imgur.com/jLm52wD.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Western Defensive Line</a>, 2nd Charikar Fusiliers</span><br/>The men lined up, single file above the trenches. The foreign officer checked each and everyone of them. Their guns, uniforms, trenches all had to be nice and tidy. The 2nd Charikar Fusiliers were a green batch of troops, who had been joined up as volunteers, though their training and equipment were not the best the army could have offered, they were trained by officers who were trained abroad, and at least their guns could shoot straight. The fusiliers went into the Western Defensive line to relieve the 1st Westerner Fusiliers. Their tour of duty was to last 12 months on the front line, guarding the border of Afghanistan from illegal smugglers, bandits and outside aggression. The Fusiliers were dismissed back to their trenches, and began their new daily routine of expanding the trenches, cleaning the trenches, and sleeping in the trenches. Every 2 hours, a few men are chosen to be able walk outside and stretch their legs, while the rest slept, were on sentry duty or huddled around the fireplace and eat or play cards. There were many other battalions along the Western Defensive line, the two closest to the 2nd Charikars were the 1st Balock Skirmish Battalion and the 2nd Royal Kandahar Line Battalion.<br/><br/>Though discouraged by their superiors, the men often mingled with these men and made friends, some of whom were as far afield as the Hindu Kush tribes. As part of their first month orientation to the Afghan border fortifications, they conducted test firings of their weapons against scarecrows and the best shots were picked out to be outfitted with better equipment. Earning roughly 60 Shillings a month, roughly 3 times the pay of a regular civilian, and they also received tax cuts and retirement benefits. As the sun set on the Western Fortifications, the men used oil lamps and began to enlarge and upgrading their defensive positions, digging dug-outs, and ensuring their trenches were pest free. The almost rain-less weather that was most of Afghanistan provided comfortable living conditions, and the men were supplied with thick sleeping bags made of yak or cattle hide. Surely there was to be no war anytime soon..."
14255,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381,2014-12-21T06:02:00,Epraria,"<div align=""center""><span style=""color: #FF8000""><span style=""font-size: 175%; line-height: 116%;"">De Verenigde Provinciën van Megiko<br/></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Chapter 1: A Canal To Die For,<br/>1st of January, 1881 AD</span></span></div><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Megiko City<br/>January 1st, 1881 AD</span><br/><br/>Megiko city was the largest and the most industrialized city in the entirety united provinces something to be expected from the capital city. The city had been built on the ruins of the old Aztec capital from when the dutch first came and conquered the region in the name of their republic. It had since then only grown larger and larger while the architecture was made into the dutch style. For Stadtholder Holstege the city was the prize of years of political climbing before finally taking his place as leader of Megiko.<br/><br/>The parliament was currently divided into three main blocks. The liberal people's party lead by Holstege, the National Megikaaners party and finally the social Democratic Party. Currently the liberal party was the largest and had 46% of the seats while the NMP had 31% and e social democrats had 23%. Holstege had only one year of his term remaining however and much could change during one year, especially with how the politics of Germanic and Latin America worked.<br/>Holstege had under his term increased the relations with the United States of Nouvelle France to heights it had never reached before while strengthening Megiko's stance of neutrality on the Uruguay question between Brazil and Argentina.<br/><br/>This had made him come in conflict with the NMP more than once as the NMP wanted action and to take side on the Uruguay question. Because of that the NMP was Holstege and his Liberal people's party greatest internal opponent despite their reluctant support for the Panama Canal. Holstege just hoped now that the people would have been satisfied with his industrialization reforms, the continuation of the Panama Canal construction and modernization could get him reelected and keep the NMP out of power while potentially dealing with the social democrats in different issues such as the relations with foreign powers.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Panama,<br/>January 1st, 1881 AD</span><br/><br/>Daan Raithel was the overseer of the construction in the canal. A great honor and place to prove himself. Having lead the construction for over four years now he was an experienced man who had to contend with disease, fatigue, money and the bureaucracy in order to build the canal. The work was paying of though as increasing support from both the government and foreign companies and power had brought in much more money, workers and equipment for the construction. Sure some workers had died because of the fatigue and disease but something like this was never achieved without some sacrifices.<br/><br/>There was a greater problem though and that was the Colombians who made a security threat to the canal because of their close proximity. Many would say they where not going to risk having to fight through the thousands of Megikaaner soldiers and militias in a thick disease ridden jungle while under fire by enemy soldiers who are backed by New France and the dutch to reach the canal but one could never really trust those half-Portuguese bastards anyway now could one?"
14256,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381,2014-12-21T07:33:00,Paketo,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">January 1st, 1881<br/>City of Bithynia (Constantinople's turkish side), Kingdom of Bithynia </span><br/><br/>The capital of the Pontian was lively as always with the markets filled with goods that ships brought everyday from all over the world. Spices from india, fruits from pontus, cloth from italy and more all filled the stalls of merchants. The greatest thing in the city was not the markets though but was the palace of Queen Helena II where she ruled the kingdom of Bithynia in vassalship of the kingdom of Pontus. The palace could be seen from almost any point in the city and its white walls gleamed in the sun as though Apollo himself approved of the palace.<br/><br/>Inside the palace was a flurry as the crown prince of Pontus was coming that day to visit the vassal state. Crown Prince Pontius Pontus or the Blue Lion as he was known by many was the heir of Pontus and the commander of her armies. The name Blue Lion was one he earned putting down a pretender rebellion in the south of Pontus where he was described to have a blue lion beside him protecting him during battle. It is widely believed to be a sign that he is favored by the gods though few actually saw the lion and the fact that his flag crest is a blue lion could have had people mistake the the large crest as an actual lion in the chaos of battle. The name stuck though and many people believe he is protected by a blue lion sent by the gods themselves.<br/><br/>It was noon when the carriage pulled up to the palace with the crown prince inside. He exited the carriage with his cloak of purple adorned with his crest of the blue lion standing an impressive 6'4. Bronzed skin, brown eyed, and black haired, the crown prince was a highly popular figure in the kingdom at only 24 years of age. Queen Helena II stood across from the crown prince and both entered the palace idly chatting before getting the throne room and discussing the true extent of the visit and that was the yearly discussion of the vassalship of Bithynia to Pontus."
14257,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381,2014-12-21T07:38:00,The Emerald Dragon,"<span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><div align=""center"">Sugarloaf Hill, State of the Ryukyus</div></span><br/><br/>*Sugarloaf Hill is the name given by American marines to the hill during the battle of Okinawa during WW2.<br/><br/>On Sugarloaf hill stands a grand Pagoda structure, it gives the impression of an ancient relic that has survived the harshest typhoons, landslides and calamities that have struck the Ryukyu Islands in their past. However, this is a lie - as the structure was built 25 years earlier out of the finest oak, specifically imported from North America and other advanced materials. The roof tiles are made from red clay that too is imported, and made in the Roman style - this increases the weather resistance that is so vital in Okinawa and all over the Ryukyus. The windows aren't paned but have shutters for all eight stories of the pagoda.<br/><br/>Inside... a meeting of pivotal importance was occurring.<br/><br/>""Thou art stupid"" A Council member hissed at another of his brethren, who had suggested that they become vassals of the Mongols and their poisonous empire. The remaining 38 looked at them; some smiling at the childish quarrel between them and some scowling fiercely.<br/>""Nay, ye is the stupid one-"" he fired back, angered at his other member's refusal to listen to his plan of course being interrupted along the way.<br/>""Perchance I wilt request thou dismissals from the Council..."" an older, wiser and much more experienced voice scolded - reminding them at once of his 20 years as a member of the Council.<br/><br/>""...We shalt not go whither the Mongols go"" he then continued, quickly shooting down the idea of becoming a vassal of them and ending another three hour meeting of the Council."
14258,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381,2014-12-21T08:08:00,Bujahla,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><hr/><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/SPZi6Nf.png""/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 300%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""color: #0080FF"">Republic of Portugal</span></span></span><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""color: #40BF00"">A World Affair</span> | <span style=""color: #40BF00"">Chapter 1: Mapa Cor-de-rosa</span></span></span></div><br/><hr/></blockquote><br/><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://exilesproject.org/wp-content/uploads/RGS-800x533-630x365.jpg""/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">A photo of the Cookian Geographical Society of the Commonwealth's meeting place.</span></div></blockquote><hr/><br/><div style=""margin-left:75px; margin-right:75px; margin-bottom:5px; margin-top:5px""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">January 14th | London, Britain</span><br/><br/>With the gaze of a zebra the man looked out over the field of men before him. Slowly each one turned into another blade of grass and the fields of the African land were back in his mind. From the fields of grass they morphed into a jungle and than into a river. It was as if <a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alexandre_de_Serpa_Pinto"" rel=""nofollow"">Alexandre de Serpa Pinto</a> was back in Africa once more. He could see the Victorian falls again before suddenly begin engulfed in a rush of water. He was out and back in Angola where the bright green leaves of the jungles sat within miles of the edges of Launda. He'd take a step forward and a lion would appear lunging at him. He huddled as the he feared for his life. The lion was in mid air, posed and striking, but the attack never came. ""Mr. Pinto? Mr. Pinto?"" <br/><br/>""Oh sim. My apologizes. I would like to take this moment to thank my partners, Lieutenant Commander Capelo and Lieutenant Ivens. The journey across the heart of darkness was a long and unforgiving voyage, and I wouldn't have made it without the support of my companheiros. I would also like to thank the Portuguese Government and all investors. The riches of Africa are still yet undiscovered but the voyage between Angola and Mozambique is a small step for the enlightenment of the world. Valueu and may the world one day be known in it's entirety!""<br/><br/>The audience gave a large round of applause for Sera Pinto, the explorer of Africa. He set out on a journey just a few years before and traveled over 500 miles in Africa. The exploration would set the tone and policy for future explorations and extortion by the Portuguese government. With this voyage, the Portuguese would start to lay claim to area between the two colonies and to make them one.</div><hr/><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.lisbonapartments.com/lisbon/wp-content/uploads/2009/06/old-lisbon.jpg""/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">An old painting of Lisbon, Portugal</span></div></blockquote><hr/><br/><div style=""margin-left:75px; margin-right:75px; margin-bottom:5px; margin-top:5px""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">February 4th | Lisbon, Portugal</span><br/><br/>The smell of hardwood furniture, stacks of papers, and tired and sleepless assistants filled the nostrils of Adão de Castro. Without hesitation, he walked into the office with a powerful stride. His shoes clicked against the polished floor and the power vibrated through the room. The assistants briefly looked up as their boss, the leader of the <span style=""font-style: italic"">Português Democrático Partido da Justiça</span>, strode into his office. ""Get back to work. This government isn't gonna run itself! To hell if it is even running now!""<br/><br/>The Portuguese government is currently ruled by a coalition of conservative parties. Known as the <span style=""font-style: italic"">United Coalition Direito</span> it is headed by Prime Minister João Chagas, a power-hungry man who has worked his way up the system and destroyed it with each step he's taken. Ruthless in his pursuit for power, he has pulled numerous strings to become where he is. Over his course in the Portuguese government he has given more power to the Prime Minister and has now taken the position for himself. What he has done to get there is rather secretive and not many know of the atrocious acts he's made. But one man knew. De Castro is the leader of the opposition party to the coalition. His party holds 23% of the seats in the Parliament's upper house and 22% in the lower. His party alone is the largest and has prevented the UCD from having an absolute majority in Congress. His party is strictly anti-corruption and has worked tirelessly to expose the truth about the UCD and its policies. It is his suspicion that Chagas has taken bribes from robber barons, eliminated opposition, broke rules, and more in his time. Yet, there is no evidence. De Castro's pursuit for the truth is relentless and many know about it, especially his enemies.<br/><br/>With a plop he sat down in his office desk. There was a lot to go over for the day. He had to make sure his party was all in line and that the other liberal parties were as well. There was an important bill coming up on child labor laws and putting an end to these atrocious acts. It was his bill and he was going to see it pass. All it would take is some of the more moderate parties in the UCD to vote for it, but that was doubtful. Chagas controlled the coalition like an octopus, with his tentacles in every party. Almost ever leader was loyal to him and many were prompted by such. It was going to be a hard battle, but perhaps if ... ""Senhor? You have a visitor sir,"" interrupted the secretary. <br/>""I don't recall this being on the schedule. He'll have to wait.""<br/>""But senhor, it's Ivo Felix.""<br/>Ivo Felix is the Attorney General of the government. By the constitution, the AG is suppose to be unaffiliated with the party system, but that never happens. Felix is an independent in name, but is paid under the counter by Chagas to side with his conservative interests. He has fought many major cases that have come about during the period of industrialization, but all have been secret victories for the robber barons. All things considered, he's a kind hearted guy, but he's been corrupted too much. ""Ah. Well let him in.""<br/><br/>Felix entered with a handkerchief in hand, dabbing at the sweat on his brow. He was biting his lip and fumbling his hands. Between them held a brief case that had seen the court rooms many time. ""Senhor de Castro. It's a pleasure to meet you, though not under these circumstances."" <br/>""And what circumstances are these Senhor Felix.""<br/>""I don't have much time. In fact I have none. I was never here for this meeting.""<br/>""Senhor--""<br/>""--Please. Take this folder."" Felix opened his brief case and handed de Castro a white style folder filled with paper and photos. ""This folder will help you take down Chagas. You have to. It's my dying wish.""<br/>""Dying wish? I don't understand. Why are you dying? What's happening? Why me?""<br/>""I know too much. I may work with Chagas, but that doesn't mean I like the man. I was following a trail for a case, and then there was some tampering. I got too involved and now Chagas knows I know too much. Take the folder. It's all I found. You'll need it if you want to see justice in this country.""<br/>De Castro thanked Felix and the AG promptly left. The folder was too tempting not to look at, and with this he handed off the bill work to his deputy and began pondering over the array of evidence. The proof he needed.</div><hr/><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/JicLYnC.png""/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">The flag of Portuguese Canton, a colony that controls the cities of Hong Kong and Macau.</span></div></blockquote><hr/><br/><div style=""margin-left:75px; margin-right:75px; margin-bottom:5px; margin-top:5px""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">February 28th | Hong Kong, Portugal</span><br/><br/>The Portuguese colony of Canton was obtained during the Opium War with the Mongols. It is coveted by Lisbon as a war prize from the horrible excursion, but it is still short of the desires of the Portuguese in Mongolia. The colony consists of two cities, that of Hong Kong and Maccau. Both of these have been highly developed by the Portuguese with entire cities built on the swampy entrances to the Chinese wealth. Portuguese Canton is the wealthiest of the European colonies in Mongolia. In fact, it's one of the wealthiest of the cities in the Far East due to it being a center of trade between the European nations and Mongolia. It lies at the mouth of the Pearl River and is quite near to the historic trade center of Guangzhou. The two cities are severely disconnected and ferrying is the main way of transporting between the two of them. It is an annoyance though for the Governor-General Francisco Torres and the Resident-Secretary Hu Xiadon.<br/><br/>Torres and Xiadon are the leaders of the the colony. Torres comes from Porto, Portugal and is an appointed leader by the Congresso. Xiadon is a local native from Hong Kong and was voted in by the Colonial Executive Council (CEC). Together the two operate as the Head of Secretary and Head of Government for the colony respectively. Xiadon is a rutheless businessman who has traveled the world as a Cantonese-Portuguese merchant. His counterpart, Torres, is an excellent politician and administer who has worked his way up through the corrupt Portuguese government. Creating significant contacts in Canton, he took over a segment of his brother's rail business and made the Cantonese Rail Company. With Xiadon's local experience, the two were a horribly perfect combination for running the government and for business partners. <br/><br/>""This plan will have to work. We need it to work. The CEC has already approved it. We just send the plan to the government in Guangdong and presto. No worries.""<br/>""You seem pretty confident about this Fransico. I do hope it works.""<br/>""It will Hu. My company is powerful and I highly doubt they will deny this plan. We are helping the city and helping the colony. The revenue gained between the increased trade will prove entirely beneficial. Our wealth, power, and influence will increase.""<br/>""I know. I agree. It'll help Guangzhou too. The city will be wealthier and the people happier. I do hope they realize this.""<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><hr/><br/>To: {The mayor of Guangzhou, governor of Guangdong}*<br/>From: Governor-General Francisco Torres of Portuguese Canton and CEO of Cantonese Rail Company<br/>Subject: Maccau-Guangzhou-Hong Kong Rail line<hr/><br/>Greetings, <br/><br/>Today marks the first of many possible divergences in the traditions of Portugese-Mongolian relations. It is within my sincerest intentions that I deliver this message to you, esteemed officials of Guangzhou/Guangdong. With this message should be a plethora of gifts from across the Portuguese empire. Luxury items and gold from India, relics from Thailand, antiques from Africa, and more are enclosed with these gifts and we hope you consider these cordial offerings. <br/><br/>It is my desire to establish a rail line between the two cities of Portuguese Canton, Maccau and Hong Kong. As it stands now, ferrying is the only way to connect the two trading hubs. While do-able, and considerably fast, it is annoying and doesn't allow for further connections to the mainland of China. It is our intent that a rail line that would connect the cities would also pass through the urban center of Guangzhou. This construction would be completely funded and operated by the CRC with no expenses on the part of the local government. A sizeable share of the profits will be given to the local government that are developed in the rail line. This project would expand the current Portuguese-Mongolian trade by a significant amount. It would allow for both passengers and cargo to transported in and out of the cities and into Guangzhou. It would provide for an even distribution and growth of wealthy and prosperity between our two nations. This entire rail system will be built pro bono under the condition that my company will be able to manage and operate the entire rail line, which, considering the CRC's experience with it, is not much to ask. We will hire local workers in order to help stimulate the economy as well. It is our intent that this railroad would provide the best form of cooperation between our nations and working from the local level will create the greatest and most appropriately placed distribution of wealth. <br/><br/>I thank you for your time and hope you sincerely consider this offer. <br/><br/>~ Francisco Torres, Governor-General of Portugese Canton, CEO of Cantonese Rail Company</blockquote></div><hr/><br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Post Summary:</span><br/>- Serpa Pinto was awarded for exploring and 'claiming' everything between Angola and Mozambique.<br/>- Portugal will start laying claim to this area.<br/>- PM Joao Chagas is corrupt and leader of the opposition party, Adao de Castro, was given information by the Attorney General that's incriminating to the PM.<br/>- Governor-General Francisco Torres of Portuguese Canton is planning on making a rail line between Maccau and Hong Kong that'll connect with Guangzhou to unite the region and make it more wealthy."
14259,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381,2014-12-21T11:27:00,Marsisian,"<span style=""font-size: 180%; line-height: 116%;""><div align=""center""><span style=""color: #BF0040"">United Kingdom of Bulgaria</span></div></span><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Sofia, Bulgaria</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">January 1, 1881</span></div><br/><br/>As the celebrations that celebrated the end of 1880 were over, the King and his cabinet met in the Parliament building to discuss what their plan would be for the year. ""Well, gentlemen, another year for Bulgaria and another year of peace. This policy has worked since the 600s, but we haven't made any progress territorially and we aren't relevant politically."" ""If I may say so myself, your majesty, we don't need to change anything. Our economy has prospered, the arts and culture have flourished, and nobody's invaded us for over a thousand years."" ""As military technology improves, Minister, I'm afraid that won't be the case,"" the King said. ""If we can't keep up with the rest of the world then we'll get pummeled into the Great Powers' spheres of influence.""<br/><br/>The room remained silent for a minute before the discussion resumed. ""If we just maintain our current policy of neutrality, we won't have that problem!"" ""I can think of plenty of countries around us that could potentially invade us right now and take the nation within a month."" Pointing to a map of the Black Sea and surrounding area, King Alexander specifically pointed at Crimea. ""Although we hold a portion of the sea's coastline, whoever controls Crimea will be in a position to possibly control it."" ""But your majesty, the Nestorians control that area."" ""I know they do. We must expand our military to deal with potential threats to our sovereignty. Including our navy.""<br/><br/>""Our navy is one of the largest in the Balkans, we should not waste money on useless endeavors like this, with all due respect."" Looking sharply at the Minister who said that, Alexander responded. ""If we plan on taking the Nestorians on in a war then we must expand the military. There is no other choice."" ""Your majesty, our military is already one of the most professional in the continent."" ""So is the Portuguese Army, Minister. And their army is made up of 170,000 men. We have less.""<br/><br/>Suddenly, during the middle of their discussion, the Prime Minister joined in. ""Forgive me for being so late, but I had governmental business to take care of."" Sitting down, the PM listened to the King and the cabinet continue to argue about what to do until he jumped in. ""Excuse me, but I suggest that we take a different approach to global politics instead of invading a powerful nation. Instead, I say we pursue colonial interests in Africa."" Everybody except the PM laughed. ""Africa?! You expect us, Bulgaria, to try and colonize Africa?! That's simply just a waste of time and funds that could be used effectively elsewhere, Prime Minister.""<br/><br/>The arguing still continued and only ended 20 minutes later when everyone in the room agreed it was time to expand the military."
14260,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381,2014-12-21T13:23:00,Neo-Assyrian Empire,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/zTTKK06.png""/><br/><span style=""color: #0040BF""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 175%; line-height: 116%;"">The Republic of Francia</span><br/><span style=""font-size: 125%; line-height: 116%;"">Chapter One: Une Nouvelle Année</span></span></span></div><hr/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Paris, Francia<br/>January 1<sup>er</sup>, 1880</span><br/>As a new year comes, and the old one goes, it still seemed like Paris hadn't changed in decades. Well, that's at least what Président Louis Baptiste thought. On this cold winter morning, he stood in his office, looking through large windows over the city. He gazed out at the city, which almost appeared to work like clockwork. Every morning, at 8:00, the streets would come alive as people went to work or wherever they needed to be that morning. He blew a cloud of black smoke out of his mouth, clutching his cigar in his right hand.<br/><br/>""Mr. Baptiste"" The president turned around to see one of the many aides of the Frankish government. Baptiste turned around to see the man held a small message.<br/><br/>""Merci beaucoup,"" replied the leader as he took the message. It had Dutch markings. He stuck the cigar in his mouth, tore open the envelope, and looked at the letter. He slowly nodded. ""So the Dutch wish to be our allies? So be it.""<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/YSUKjMW.png""/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">To:</span> The Foreign Ministry of the Netherlands<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">From:</span> Louis Baptiste, Président du Francia</div><hr/>Salut!<br/>Cordial relations between our two nations is something that I believe will be beneficial for both parties. I welcome a Dutch delegation with open arms, and will be happy to supply anything they should request.<br/><div style=""float: right;"">~Louis Baptiste</div></blockquote>"
14261,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381,2014-12-21T13:33:00,Lunas Legion,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #008000"">Military Coalition</span> <span style=""color: #FF0000"">of the Andes</span></span><br/>Coalizão Militar dos Andes</div><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Lima, Special Military District: 17th of January in the Year of Our Lord 1880</span><br/><br/>""I wouldn't call this a crisis, General Serna."" Lord Admiral de Avis frowned. ""It simply means we need to... Shift some men around. I'm sure the Army Corps of Chaplains, the Medical and Surgical Corps or any other of the supporting corps will be happy to have more personnel.""<br/><br/>""That still means we have less forces on the front lines of any conflict, and it opens a dangerous floodgate. What if other segments of the population decide they should be exempt from service, for whatever reason?"" Serna slammed a fist onto the table. ""We cannot take a step back from our policies.""<br/><br/>""May I propose a compromise?"" General Sanchez interrupted, quietly lighting a cigar as he did so. ""We agree to their demands. Any members of the Church currently serving with the Armed Forces or in the reserve pool shall be listed solely for non-combat roles.""<br/><br/>""But not their immediate families."" Serna finished. ""That reduces the issue, but it does not solve the manpower losses.""<br/><br/>""We can shift some personnel from non-combat roles to second-line units, and then shift men from second-line units forwards."" Sanchez replied. ""If we still don't have enough manpower, then I suggest forming a Marine Corps from naval personnel to make up the difference."" He turned de Avis. ""Your opinion, Lord Admiral?""<br/><br/>""The populace may not be entirely satisfied, but I believe it will keep them placated. After all, this is the same populace our military defends and recruits from, is it not?"" De Avis glanced around the room, gauging support from his fellow General's faces. ""I see you agree with me on that. Very well. I will begin drafting up the law to be issued tomorrow.""<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Military-Church Relations Act of 1880</span><br/><br/>Following popular demand for the clergy to be granted immunity from the 3 years of national service and being called up in the reserve pool in combat roles, the Preservação Nacional Conselho has decided to pass the following Act to be enacted from the 5th of February 1880 until it is repealed, should that ever be deemed necessary.<br/><br/>1: Service of the Clergy within the Armed Forces<br/><ul><li>Any members of the Clergy currently in the reserve pool with a front-line unit shall be reassigned to a non-combat unit unless they request otherwise.</li><li>Any member of the Clergy currently undertaking their national service shall be placed into a non-combat reserve unit upon completing their national service, unless they request otherwise.</li><li>Any members of the Clergy currently performing their national service shall be reassigned to a non-combat unit for the remainder of their national service unless they request otherwise.<br/><br/>2: Members of the Clergy and National Service</li><li>Members of the Clergy will still have to perform the same 3 years of national service.</li><li>Members of the Clergy will be placed with a non-combat unit whilst performing their national service unless they request otherwise.<br/> </li></ul></div></blockquote>"
14262,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381,2014-12-21T13:37:00,Valentir,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/2/2e/Coat_of_Arms_of_the_Kingdom_of_Holland_%281808%29.svg/414px-Coat_of_Arms_of_the_Kingdom_of_Holland_%281808%29.svg.png""/></div><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #FF8000"">Amsterdam, Holland, Kingdom of the United Provinces and Belgium</span></span></div><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;"">Chapter 1: The Winds of Change<br/>4th of March, the Year of our Lord, 1881</span></span></div><br/>It was a tragic day for the people of the Netherlands. On May the 4th, 1881, King Willem III died at the age of 89. After ruling the Netherlands for 66 years, the old king's heart gave out. He died quietly in his bed, alone and at peace. Willem was a celebrated monarch, loved by his people for his reforms and leadership. He was crowned the King of the United Provinces and Belgium in 1815, right after the Napoleonic Wars. Willem lead the country through many hardships, such as the Famine of 1820, and the Rotterdam Fire of 1832. He say the first industrial revolution within the country, and presided over an extensive period of growth and expansion. He created the Liberal Coalition in 1870, and guided them along, helping shape policy and reform the country's healthcare and pension systems. Despite all of this he also pushed for the demilitarization of the Empire, and his interventionist policies harmed the economy. That being the case, he would be missed by all, liberal or conservative.<br/><br/>Prime Minister Haak de Klerk gave a speech at Parliament, speaking on behalf of all the parties. ""Today, King Willem II passed away, peacefully in his bed. It is a tragedy for this nation. Willem was a celebrated monarch, loved by his people. He earned the respect of his adversaries and reformed the nation's decaying social programs. Willem was a brave man, honourable and true to his word. His leadership united a country that was torn after the Napoleonic Wars, and helped forge our new identity. Whether he was a liberal, a socialist, or a conservative, his people respected him for his diligence and the humility he brought to us. We only hope that his successor can live up to his legacy. Long Live the King!"" The rest of Parliament rose and shouted, ""Long Live the King!"" Despite this face of sorrow, many of the liberals were worried now. The King was dead, and his conservative successor, a committed conservative and imperialist, was keen on supporting the conservative parties in the coming election. Not only that, but the Progressives were further drawn away from the coalition with the King's death, and the Socialists wanted to form a new alliance with the Republicans. The King would be missed, and his death had just sparked a political crisis.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/0/04/King_Willem_II.jpg/419px-King_Willem_II.jpg""/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">His Majesty King Willem II, circa 1849</span></div></blockquote>"
14263,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381,2014-12-21T15:30:00,The Kingdom of Glitter,"<div align=""center""><div style=""margin-left:75px; margin-right:75px; margin-bottom:5px; margin-top:5px""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><hr/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/b/b6/Coat_of_Arms_of_Valencia_%28Spain%29.svg/225px-Coat_of_Arms_of_Valencia_%28Spain%29.svg.png""/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">The Dual Kingdom of Catalonia and Naples</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 130%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #BF0000"">El Dual Regne de Catalunya i Nàpols</span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #FFBF00"">An Earthquake not Just in Name</span></span><br/><span style=""color: #FFBF00""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Barcelona, Catalonia| March 5 (I think not super sure on the date now???) 1881 Anno Domini</span></span><br/><br/><hr/></blockquote></div></div><br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">We must send aid to the Albanians at once! It is what God would want!</span>"" a prominent deputy from the Christian Democrats shouted on the floor of the Chamber of Deputies.<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">What God wants is right, I do not disagree with you, Santiago. But the fact of the matter is this is no place for the government to waste its money! We must seek investment from private individuals and industries to rebuild Albania. Unless the land is directly owned by our government, we have no business rebuilding the structures that sit on it!</span>"" a Liberal deputy shouted back.<br/><br/>It was the one issue both sides could not see eye to eye on. While both supported a free market approach to economics, humanitarian issues were handled differently. The Christian Democrats believed the government of the Dual Kingdom should pay to rebuild Albania in light of the recent earthquake that shattered the island of Corfu and largely devastated southern Albania, which was part of the Region of Naples. The debate now rocked the Chamber of Deputies, and was expected to have a similar affect on the Senate. As the men continued to bicker on the floor, the Prime Minister sat and listened. He knew this was an opportunity to bring investments into the Dual Kingdom, and not use government funds that would be needed in order to enact his intended policy for North Africa.<br/><br/>He stood up, and quickly the room fell silent. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Gentlemen.</span>"" he said with a booming tone. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">The recent events in Albania are truly horrific, and have brought great harm and distress to our Albanian brothers and sisters. It is not right for us to sit here idly and waste precious time that could be used to bring relief to Albania. However, it is not our government that should bring relief. Rather, we should advocate for aid from private individuals and institutions. I am going to personally petition the King and ask him to request aid from His Holiness and the Church in order to rebuild ecclesiastical properties and provide shelter and good for the poor. I will also be sending a letter to the world asking for investment to rebuild Albania. Our government will be repairing the infrastructure and buildings we own, and will act as a middleman for any Albanian who needs the financing to recover from this terrible event. Now, is that agreeable, gentleman?</span>""<br/><br/>The Christian Democrats were now split on the issue. Some felt the government needed to do more, but others believed that the Prime Minister's position was the best option for the Dual Kingdom. The Conservatives were opposed to the measure, largely because they were opposed to anything the Liberals proposed. A motion was made and a vote taken, the government was now the middleman between the Albanian people and those who wish to aid them. The motion was also passed in the Senate, formally declaring the governments position.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><div style=""margin-left:75px; margin-right:75px; margin-bottom:5px; margin-top:5px""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><hr/><br/><span style=""color: #FFBF00""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Vlorë, Albania | March 6 (I dunno tbh) 1881 Anno Domini</span></span><br/><br/><hr/></blockquote></div></div><br/><br/>Albania was an autonomous sub-region of Naples. It was one of the Dual Kingdom's latest additions and was incorporated in order to ensure the Greeks would not be able to control the land crucial to the entry of the Adriatic Sea. Much of the southern half of the region was left devastated by the earthquake, which flattened more than half of the city of Vlorë and left even more of the city next to useless. Most of the cities population was killed in the earthquake and the rest was left homeless. This was the case everywhere in southern Albania, as cities, towns, and villages alike were all crushed by the devastating earthquake.<br/><br/>In order to ensure stability in the region, the Prime Minister mobilized the Royal Army of Naples and the Royal Army of Romagna. He ordered them to begin pouring into Albania in order to secure the border with Greece and ensure that stability continued to exist. 15,000 men from the Royal Army of Naples were in the initial wave heading for Albania, and 7,500 men from the Royal Army of Romagna were also given orders to board the transports and sail for Albania. The navy was also ordered to patrol Albania's coastline.<br/><br/>As the armies arrived, tent cities popped up across the empty Albanian fields. The High Command was established outside Vlorë to oversee the entire operation. The borders were also flooded with Catalan soldiers, sending a clear and strong message to the government of Greece. Soldiers were also on call from the Royal Catalan Army and the Royal Army of the Isles, along with those who remained in Naples and Romagna. Many were surprised, as it did not look like the nation was running a relief effort, but was instead preparing for war.<br/><br/><div style=""margin-left:75px; margin-right:75px; margin-bottom:5px; margin-top:5px""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/b/b6/Coat_of_Arms_of_Valencia_%28Spain%29.svg/200px-Coat_of_Arms_of_Valencia_%28Spain%29.svg.png""/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">AN OPEN LETTER FROM THE DUAL KINGDOM</span><br/>To all civilized nations and investors of the world.</span></div><hr/><br/>Recently, an earthquake on the Greek Island of Corfu devastated much of Southern Albania. Industry, infrastructure, homes, business, and churches were all flattened alike, utterly shattering much of the region. It is for that reason that I write to you today. On behalf of my Albanian brothers and sisters, who are slowly trying to recover, I ask you to invest in Albania and the Dual Kingdom. The return of industry to the region will aid in the process of rebuilding lives, shattered by an earthquake that the Albanians had no control over. <br/><br/>I implore that you consider my request, as it would be an act of kindness commendable by God himself should you aid my Albanian brothers and sisters rebuild their lives. <br/><br/>Thank you, and my God bless you. <br/><br/><hr/></blockquote></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin-left:75px; margin-right:75px; margin-bottom:5px; margin-top:5px""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/b/b6/Coat_of_Arms_of_Valencia_%28Spain%29.svg/200px-Coat_of_Arms_of_Valencia_%28Spain%29.svg.png""/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">TO HIS HOLINESS POPE INNOCENT XIV</span></span><br/>From the King Ferdinand IV of the Dual Kingdom</div><hr/><br/>Dearest Holy Father, <br/><br/>I am sure you are well aware of the recent earthquake that has devastated the Albanian region. Thousands are dead, and many more are without a roof over their own head. Many can no longer provide for their family, as their places of work were flattened by this horrific earthquake. <br/><br/>I must ask you, dear Holy Father, to allocate some funds to help us rebuild Albania. Should the churches that were devastated by this earthquake return, my Albanian brothers and sisters will be able to worship our Lord and find a moment of comfort in what has been an utter tragedy.<br/><br/><hr/></blockquote></div>"
14264,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381,2014-12-21T15:56:00,Kryskov,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/WauJRHG.jpg""/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Confederate States of America</span></span></span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Richmond, Virginia<br/>January 1st, 1881</span><br/><br/>""Ladies and Gentlemen, the President of the Confederate States."" The ballroom opened into a rolling applause as President Hampton and his wife Mary entered. It was the New Year's Ball, a gathering of the political elite in Richmond for general jibber-jabber. The women showed up to gossip about the other women, and the men showed up to gossip about the other men. It was a typical high-brow community gathering, except these were the powers that be. Their headmaster was President Wade Hampton III, a South Carolinian who had risen to fame as commander of Lee's cavalry in the Revolution and, afterwards, commanded the Army and served one term as a senator.<br/><br/>Wade and his wife made their way through the crowd, shaking hands and making nice with the governors and senators and generals and judges that he had selectively invited. Indeed, to be in this ball was to be in Hampton's personal favorite circle. To not be wither meant you were in the opposition, or you were green, new in leadership. Eventually, the two Hamptons stopped in the presence of Wade's friend, Alabama governor Rufus Cobb and his wife.<br/><br/>""Mr. President,"" Cobb began, ""it is so nice to see you again. I give you my sincerest congratulations for your reelection.""<br/><br/>""And I yours, Mr. Cobb,"" Hampton replied. ""It seems as though this nation can still find some good for two old stalwarts like you and I. How goes things in the great state of Alabama?""<br/><br/>""Quite well, I've just consolidated the railroad overseers into a state corporation, and we've been on a steady surplus for some time. Oh, Mr. Hampton, where is the Vice President? He usually arrives before you.""<br/><br/>""Mr. Wood has taken the Secretary of the Navy to Norfolk to organize a report he has commissioned on the state of the Norfolk Naval Yard. It's a pity, that man has buried himself in government work ever since Mrs. Wood passed.""<br/><br/>""I feel he is guilty, spending so much time away from Lola. First, spending his youth at sea, sometimes all the way in Africa, then serving as a politician? I'm certain the poor woman died from a lonely heart more than the measles.""<br/><br/>""Indeed. The man has been in mourning for nearly two years. His heart is broken, the poor lamb, but he finds his way. Perhaps his son's graduation from the Virginia Military Institute this coming June will bring some light to him. It'd be quite a joy to see young Zachary rouse his men into battle, much like his great-grandfather,"" Hampton stated. The two and their wives continued their chattered for some time, danced with each other, and then went home. Mary went to bed. Wade slept with his mistress. It was a Gilded Age.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">February 4, 1881<br/>Richmond, VA</span><br/><br/>Everyone gathered today. Whereas the New Year's Ball was a time for the upper class to celebrate and revel, today was a day for a common, mournful reflection. It was the twentieth anniversary of the declaration of the Confederacy, and the twentieth anniversary to the beginning of the costly war that gave this great nation its independence from tyranny and favoritism. It was Independence Day.<br/><br/>The main gathering was at the Civil War Unknowns Monument, located near Arlington House, where President Lee had 2,000 Unknown Remains buried. President Hampton, who operated as Commander-in-Chief and also as a veteran of the war, wore his officer dress and a red sash. He placed a single red carnation in front of the monument, signifying the blood shed. At exactly noon, all forts and batteries in the nation, including one that accompanied the President to Arlington that day, performed a national salute of 13 guns signifying the 13 states of the Confederacy. Silence was held for one minute, before Hampton turned to the crowd to give his speech.<br/><br/>""Twenty years ago today, this nation was came into existence. Born in blood, it was conceived in liberty, in the ideals of righteousness and freedom. Today, we celebrate its birthday. Perhaps it is ironic that the commemoration of our triumph is made today across the Potomac from those we called brother, and still do, though they wish us abandoned and orphaned. We must look upon those who, twenty years ago and twenty years ahead, wage the ultimate sacrifice for our cause, and see that they encourage us and embolden us with the responsibility of carrying this nation on for their children and ours. We must look to those who gamble their fate so honorably with respect and admiration, and assure that the dead today did not die in vain. We must see that this nation, so very much in the hands of the People, remains on this earth, forever and always. God save the Confederacy.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Excerpt from Frederick Douglass' <span style=""font-style: italic"">A Negro in the Confederacy</span></span><br/><br/>""And so I stayed in Nashville for some time in the company of a scholar at Fisk University, lecturing on African-American relations. I had found the condition of the many Negroes quite different than the few who lived in Quebec or London. As a highly educated man, I was exempted from much of the segregation of the colored and the white, so long as a politician was around. On every street in Nashville is a water pump, one labelled ""Colored"" and one ""White Only."" I talked to the city's commissioner, who revealed that the water had come from the same place, but the ""Colored"" pumps were 20 years old at their youngest and serviced once a month, when the ""White"" pumps were five years old at their oldest and saw cleaning twice a week.<br/>As I walked the streets, often with a representative of the Governor of Tennessee, I came to witness another disgusting phenomenon. I came across a shoe shining stand and took a seat, watching the ambitious young Negro child scrub away at my shoe, with some sense of admiration. Whether it was for his job or for me I knew not, but I digress. His friend, another colored boy, worked a few feet away on a ""Whites Only"" scrubbing seat. I was there a considerable while, as my man had gone inside a post office to manage correspondence and my shoes were dusty from a long walk. Many of the whites wanted a superficial scrub up to impress the gentlemen of the town. I can tell you, out of perhaps four customers, not a single one called him by his name. It was a sight I soon saw all across the city. It is more likely that a black man's first name here is ""Nigra,"" his last name ""boy,"" no matter his age, and only his middle name his own. I feared being called ""Nigra Frederick,"" during my stay..."""
14265,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381,2014-12-21T19:18:00,The Emerald Dragon,"<span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><div align=""Center"">State of the Ryukyu</div></span><br/><br/><div align=""center"">...In that three hour meeting in that refined, wealthy and excellently crafted pagoda on the hill that barely measured 50 feet and 300 feet across... things had been discussed, like the constitution...</div><br/><br/><div align=""center"">Section I-A</div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">This is a binding legal document that signifies of the rights, privileges and responsibilities of the Ryukyuan people, nation and spirit. This document will attempt to provide a steady basis and clear up the confusion regarding citizens and their rights in the Republic and areas under Ryukyuan control. Furthermore, this document can be amended at any point from here until the day of this World's demise in case of major changes in the future that render this document invalid or partially so. Any citizen who proposes a change to the Ryukyuan Constitution must present a case with clear advantages over the original form of the Constitution.</span><br/><br/><div align=""center"">Section I-B</div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The official religion of the State of the Ryukyu is Ryukyuan Animism - it has legal protection afforded to no other group within the Ryukyu Islands. In return, Priests are obliged to set up schools that teach the faith in its truest form and teach said students of that school a basic standard of education in regards to writing and reading. Planning from the Government is required if a person wishes to build, renovate or demolish a temple found within the borders of the nation. Punishments for not doing so include hard labour, a fine of 600 Ryukyuan Rubles (200$) or imprisonment for three months. <br/><br/>However, the citizenry are free to pursue any religion that captivates their attention and do not have to worship the gods' of the Ryukyu if they do not feel it necessary. To build a foreign religious institute on Ryukyuan soil requires an official vote from the population of the nation. The Priests of these institutions must hold Ryukyuan citizenship and be free of criminalities and inhibiting factors. Failure to be of these and be a Priest incurs a fine of 60 Ryukyuan Rubles. (20$) Missionaries from foreign nations must also inform the immigration authorities of their arrival. </span><br/><br/><div align=""center"">Section I-C</div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">People who aren't Ryukyuan citizens but desire it, may immigrate if they meet several requirements. These include, but aren't limited to, being free of criminal influences, are educated and hold a degree from a valid education establishment and being mentally and physically sound. All requests are officially handled by the Ministry of Immigration and Emigration, whose decisions on the matter are final. Failure to enforce this law properly will cause an official around 3 years of hard labour or imprisonment and a further 600 Ryukyuan Ruble fine. <br/><br/>Ryukyuan Diaspora, those married to a Ryukyuan or those who have lived legally within the Ryukyuan borders for five years and have spent less than 90 days out of it will automatically receive full citizenship. This can be revoked if a person wishes, which'll cause the lose of privileges and rights afforded to that person also. If a citizen wishes to regain it, they may apply through correspondence sent to the Ministry of Immigration and Emigration's Headquarters at 6 Shinobi Avenue, Naha, Okinawa, State of the Ryukyu. Then said person will be put through the same checks as non-Ryukyuans seeking to immigrate.</span><br/><br/><div align=""Center"">Section II-A</div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Anyone born within the borders of Ryukyu, to at least one parent with Ryukyuan blood has the right to Ryukyuan citizenship. This may be acquired with no detrimental affects if they have a second nationality. Parents can apply for their offspring to not receive Ryukyuan citizenship if they do not wish it or from a nation which doesn't recognise Ryukyu/refuse dual nationality. However, once said offspring reaches the age of majority in whatever state they reside, they'll receive a piece of correspondence that allows them to say in their own words whether they'd like to be recognised and receive Ryukyuan citizenship.<br/><br/>If they agree, they'll receive a ticket for a voyage to the Ryukyu Islands and basic materials about the Ryukyuan nation, language and a map. They'll also receive a 1,500 Ryukyuan Ruble cheque (500$) which will be deposited in a bank account when they choose to open it. In addition, they'll receive an identity card with their name, nationality(s), photo and age. Finally, they receive instructions to head to one of the many dojos that teaches the Ryukyuan language, in an attempt to allow them to integrate faster.</span><br/><br/><div align=""center"">Section II-B</div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">All citizens are entitled to free education until the age of 17 in any state school or religious school. These schools must protect the children and nurture them until old enough to function within society, teachers are forbidden to beat pupils, but may strike them once if pupils disrespect the rules of the school. The school must also be respective of said pupil's religion, gender, age, or nationality or face sanctions from the education board. Schools must also provide at least two hours of exercise a week, in order to avoid damaging their pupil's health. Teacher's salaries are stuck at a minimum of 60 Ryukyuan Rubles (20$) a month, with their payment at the discretion of the school. Teachers may complain anonymously about their school through the education board</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Citizenry are also entitled to free healthcare, in any valid state run hospital. The National Medical Board assesses doctors on training and cleanliness, along with practical knowledge. Any doctor who fails twice is banned from the profession and may not reapply for a period of five years, and they must also attend a state run medical school. Doctor's wages are set at a minimum of 60 Ryukyuan Rubles (20$) a month. But any pay above this is at the discretion of the hospital, doctors may complain about their hospital by sending an anonymous request to the Nation Medical Board.</span><br/><br/><div align=""center"">Section II-C</div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">All male citizens are liable to be conscripted into the military reserve's upon their eighteenth birthday, and be liable to be called upon by the government in the event of war. Citizens may be exempted if they suffer from a medical condition, are of poor mental or physical character, ot have a criminal record. They can also request exemption if they are going to begin a university or higher educational degree which'll be cut short because of their conscription. Female citizens can enlist as nurses, suppliers, or engineers in the military units for eighteen months. Male citizens have to serve two years in the military.<br/></span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Citizenry who are in the clergy, doctors, teachers and police or fire departments are exempted if they choose to be so. However, doctors of excellent skill, along with teachers can only serve in non-combat units. All conscripts are paid 15 Ryukyuan Rubles ($5) a month, citizens who joined as regulars receive 30 Ryukyuan Rubles a month. Soldiers will live in the Barracks and can request leave if any of their relatives are killed, maimed or wounded. National Holidays are leave days in the military.</span><br/><br/><div align=""center"">Section III-A</div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">All Ryukyuan citizens may own and use any weapons that they can afford to upkeep, a special tax on these weapons will be applied every year during tax collection season. They're permitted to shoot any intruders that enter their properties with the intent to harm, if not then they'll face beheading for murder. Citizenry are also prevented from carrying their weapons in public, except with the exception of hunting or transporting. Any citizenry who disregards this rule with receive a fine of 30 Ryukyuan Rubles. <br/><br/>Citizenry can buy weaponry from either the Ryukyu Islands or foreign nations that are further afield. Tariffs on these imported goods remain the same as all other items however, along ammunition that citizenry will require for their weapons. Failure to declare that weapons that a citizen owns were imported will lead to a fine of 60 Ryukyuan Rubles for each undeclared weapon and a year of hard labour. Furthermore wounding or killing a fellow citizen, police officer, firefighter, doctor, nurse, teacher and soldier will lead to execution. </span><br/><br/><div align=""center"">Section III-B</div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">A citizen must declare if they open a business that they've opened it. They must also declare when they're purchasing foreign goods and how much money they've earned throughout the year. Then a suitable amount will then be taxed and used on education, maintaining public areas and other such things. Citizens must also require government officials to check their business if they decide to build a headquarters for it, and whether any materials will be imported. Failure to do so will cause a person to receive a fine of 90 Ryukyuan Rubles. (30$) <br/><br/>Some areas of imports aren't taxed such as medicines, government-acquired weaponry and crop fertiliser. That said, these and other non taxed areas aren't open to the public for exploitation and commercial opportunities. Any citizen who attempts to abuse this law will receive a sentence of six months of hard labour. They may also receive a fine of around 90 Ryukyuan Rubles, a second offence will cause a person to receive around a three year prison sentence.<br/></span><br/><br/><div align=""center"">Section III-C</div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">It is forbidden to discriminate against citizenry based on age, sex, ethnicity, nationality or religion. Anyone found guilty of doing so will receive a fine of 30 Ryukyuan Rubles, or a month of hard labour. This law cannot be repealed even if the populace desire it, because of its relative importance in preventing sectarian, ethnic or other forms of violence and conflict throughout the nation. Furthermore, if any person or organisation attempts to create a group that would advance the cause of these, then they shall face three years of hard labour.<br/><br/>It is also forbidden to attempt to segregate the populace, and any local government that attempts this will be impeached. The members of said government will also be prevented from standing for elections for another five years after these events. No appeals will be accepted by the courts and will be ruled as invalid if a court attempts to bypass the rules set out in this specific section of the Ryukyuan Constitution and it's resulting principles and phrases.</span><br/><br/><div align=""center"">Section IV-A</div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Official Language of the Ryukyuan State is the Okinawan language - itself one of the many Ryukyuan Languages. This language shall be taught in schools across the nation, and it will be wrote using the Hiragana script, the other Ryukyuan languages and Japanese language shall have protected status in this constitution. Said languages can be used, taught, wrote in schools, etc if they wish with no repercussions. Impeding a person's usage of their native language, or any Ryukyuan language or the Japanese language will fall under the discrimination section of the constitution. <br/><br/>Private schools are exempt from the curriculum and may teach any language and use it as the means of instruction. However, Okinawan is still a legal requirement, even if the rest of the constitution doesn't apply. Adding another language to the Constitution will require at least 25% of the populace speak it and write using its alphabet before a vote can be carried out and utilised. Before this, no vote can take this, as it would be a futile and pointless waste of time to organise such a vote.</span><br/><br/><div align=""Center"">Section IV-B</div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Diplomatic Relations with foreign nations are permitted, but the Ryukyuan nation officially takes no part in conflicts that don't directly threaten itself. Diplomats and foreign nationals aren't immune to the law of the land, and will be arrested and charged if suspected of any crime. The full punishment for their crime, irrespective of nationality will be carried out as if it is a Ryukyuan national who committed said crime. Failure to respect such laws will result in thr severance of ties with the offending nation.<br/><br/>If a foreign national is proven innocent, they will receive an official letter of apology and compensation for the time spent in the nation. Said foreign national will then be released, and the compensation and apology given, unless it is suspected they know who committed the original crime they were accused for. They will be questioned by Ryukyuan Police, and then kept in lodgings in Naha, under police guard if considered in danger. Foreign nations cannot intervene in the constitution of the nation.</span><br/><br/><div align=""center"">Section IV-C</div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The importation of opium, or other narcotics will result in the execution of any suppliers that are within the Ryukyu Islands. Opium and other drugs are also illegal and anyone with knowledge of the suppliers will be taken into police custody, where they'll be questioned and photographed and have a police record filled in. Any foreigners who export opium will face execution along with the ones they are selling the drugs to and in turn are distributing it to the unfortunate addicts of the drug. This law is to combat the dangerous levels of opium that threaten the Ryukyuan borders and people within. <br/><br/>Alcohol is legal within the settlements, however, public drunkenness is a crime. The crime will be punished with a fine and a notice to all settlements that contain an alcohol-serving service that said person is to be refused any alcohol for a period set by a court judge. This time can range from one week to around three months depending on the severity of the crime and amount of times that the person has previously been drunken in public. Citizens may also buy alcohol licenses to allow them to consume alcohol in their own homes.</span><br/><br/><div align=""Center"">Section V-A</div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Owing to diverse culture and traditions of the Ryukyu Islands, the constitution hereby declares that the National Sport of the nation is Okinawan Kempo. This is seen as fitting because the majority of the populace live on Okinawa Island, however, it has only the status of national sport and no legal protections or advantages over the other varieties. In addition, any school, dojo or other place of learning can teach any Ryukyuan Martial art without repercussions. However, every year a national competition to find the best practitioners of Okinawan Kempo shall be held in Naha. Citizens with criminal records will be forbidden from learning the martial arts at any dojo, school or other place of learning. <br/><br/>It is up to the discretion of the teacher whether a student may learn to handle the weapons that can be used with each martial art, exceptional teachers will receive these weapons for free from the respective Governmental ministry. The price of the weapons is at a minimum at 15 Ryukyuan Rubles (5$) and it can be raised depending on the seller of such weapons, more importantly, the seller must hold a valid permit to sell such weapons and must be background checked. Selling these weapons without permits will result in three months of hard labour. Further more, a permit can be applied for from Naha, and a person must have sufficient knowledge of the weapons to receive one.<br/><br/><div align=""center"">Section V-B</div><br/><br/>The Citizenry are allowed to form militias in defence of their property, rights or the nation. Said militias must individually contain less than 500 people. Furthermore, the military cannot breakup said militias, and any attempt to do so will result in these militias being given a free hand to remove the military's leaders. Militias must wear uniforms with a dark shade of grey mixed with light brown to distinguish them as Ryukyuan militias and not foreign soldiers. However, they're allowed to distinguish themselves with an emblem that must be less than 4 cm across and 4 cm wide. Said emblem can be worn on the sleeve and tunic area of the uniform. <br/><br/>The Militias however must work with Police units to catch criminals that have attacked their property, apprehend criminals within the militia's structure and cannot abscond from these responsibilities. The militias must be unpaid, but can be formed and kept all year round, on the condition that they train, assist in building works and fight any foreign invasion of the state. More importantly, women and men can both join militias, with no repercussions for either citizen grouping. Failure to respect this will result in a 30 Ryukyuan Ruble fine. <br/><br/><div align=""center"">Section V-C</div><br/><br/>The Nation of the Ryukyu peoples cannot be turned into a vassal by any plebiscite by the people. No matter the vote's turnout or result, it can only turned into a vassal if forcibly coerced by a foreign nation. Said foreign nation will have to ensure that the Ryukyuan customs are preserved or face revolts from within the territories commanded by the constitution. This constitution can be printed for educational purposes and in satirical parody, as while it is important, it is not a sacred deity that deserves reverence. Citizens can oppose this view, but they cannot force it upon other citizens of the nation.<br/><br/>The Constitution also calls upon the military to prevent laws that would violate said constitution to protect any and all parts of it. Regardless of opinion or political view upon it. If any member of the military violates this, they shall be dishonourably discharged and face a military court for disregarding the military's role in the constitution and protection of it. They can appeal to the Supreme Court of the nation if they are acquitted or found not guilty.</span><br/><br/><div align=""center"">Section VI-A</div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The State of Ryukyu's maritime borders extend for fifteen miles from the coastline in all directions, no foreign fishing vessels shall be permitted to fish within the area and will be towed back to Naha if found. However, nations with a history of good relations with the state can apply for a fishing permit which'll prevent their ships being towed back to port. Ryukyuan owned fishing vessels can fish freely within the waters of the area for a period of seven months of the year; for the remaining five months they must let the fishing stocks repopulate. Any ships attempting to fish during this time will be towed back to a port and the crew arrested. <br/><br/>Inside these fifteen miles of sea is Ryukyu's jurisdiction, and thus the Ryukyuan nation will attempt to apprehend any escaping criminals and if from a foreign nation - return them. The Ryukyuan nation won't give precedence to any nation's criminals and will capture and return or execute them as it wishes. Foreign nations have no power to prevent this and if an attempt is made to, then diplomatic relations with the offending nation will be severed until a later period of time. The Ryukyuan nation may choose who it executes with impunity. </span><br/><br/><div align=""center"">Section VI-B</div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Telegraph operators and companies have a duty to report any criminal activities or potential subversive activities to the Government. They will be permitted to anonymously report as to avoid any potential assassins or attacks against their family or property. Attacks on the nation's telegraph infrastructure will be met with two and half years of hard labour and a 150 Ryukyuan Ruble (50$) fine. Telegraph operators are forbidden from divulging the content of the telegrams entrusted for them to send. <br/><br/>Foreign telegraph companies may request for themselves to build telegraph lines on the Ryukyu Islands if they believe it'll bring benefits to the nation. It is a similar procedure for any Ryukyuan telegraph companies that may wish to expand the use of such technology outside of Naha, where it is prevalent within the city. Although the telegraph allows quick messages to be communicated, the government officially has no laws against citizens using codes except when these codes may appear to subversive in nature. Police Officers and code-checkers have a responsibility to make sure the codes being sent aren't subversive.</span><br/><br/><div align=""Center"">Section VI-C</div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">In times of war or extreme instability, to the Council has the right to remove the populace's voting privileges and remove control of the military from the citizenry. It can also implement martial law if it is believed that a citizen militia has become hostile towards the Ryukyuan State and people. Only once the threat has been defeated or abandoned creating the threat that is causing martial law will the Council return powers to the civilian populace. The Council reserves the rights to not return the powers if they believe the citizenry would use these negligently.<br/><br/>At any time, the individual islands of the Ryukyu Islands may break away from the nation with no repercussions. However, troops will be sent in if it is considered that the Islands are in danger of severe internal threats from their governments. The Ryukyuan State reserves the rights to prevent a breakaway if it is considered to be detrimental to the living standards of the citizens of the nation. This clause cannot be modified or removed from the Constitution unless a newer one is written and utilised by the citizenry.</span><br/><br/><div align=""Center"">Section VII-A</div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">All citizens and humans that find themselves upon the Ryukyu Islands, accident or not are entitled to a collective system of rights and privileges that directly correspond to their personal wellbeing. These can't be taken from them at any point, and any attempts to do so will result in the impeaching of the appropriate government officials. All citizens and non citizens have the right to food, an integral chain in human survival which shall not be denied to any citizen. They also have the rights to shelter, healthcare and protection from abuse by any powers that be. No citizen of the Ryukyu nation will be tortured on lands guarded by the Ryukyuan flag or who hold diplomatic relations with the State. <br/><br/>Protection from religion as well as the freedom to embrace it are core tenets of the rights and privileges of the Ryukyuan people. A citizen or permanent resident cannot be forced to believe in the Okinawan Gods or any of the foreign religions that have been recently introduced to the populace. A citizen also has the right to a fair and untouched trial in a court of law; a trial isn't legally valid unless it is fair and free from the demonic hands of the corrupt. At any time, if any of these rights cannot be met, then the citizenry and permanent residents are permitted to head to any of the centres that'll protect them.</span><br/><br/><div align=""center"">Section VII-B</div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">All citizens are to receive travel documents that state themselves to be Ryukyuan citizens if they need to travel outside the nation. These documents are legally recognised by the Supreme Court of the nation and are to be treated as such. In the unfortunate event that being recognised as a Ryukyuan Citizen is a detrimental factor to a citizen's survival, than they can request from the Government that they receive a travel pass stating they are stateless citizenry and hold no citizenship. This will then be issued accordingly.<br/><br/>Further more, diplomats and officials will receive special travel documents that state their diplomatic position within the Government. These passports are also issued by the Ryukyuan Supreme Court and cannot be sold or tampered with. People who do so face around a year of hard labour and may face a further year of imprisonment depending on the severity of it and whether it impeded the diplomat in any way. Refusal to abide by this from other nations will result in the severance of diplomatic ties.</span><br/><br/><div align=""center"">Section VII-C</div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">A citizen in trouble in a foreign nation can expect limited help from the Consulate that the Ryukyu State operates out of. It will try as hard as it can to remove a person from the prisons or cells, but will only do so once informed of the charges and their severity. Expect little assistance if a citizen is discovered to have smuggled or attempted to smuggle opium or other such narcotics through another nation's borders. Of course, the State will provide a lawyer for the citizen and will try and make their stay in prison as comfortable as possible.<br/><br/>Any expenses will be partially subsidised by the State, with the person in prison paying half of the charges for the lawyer and any additional costs. However, a citizen can request help from any of the major banks if they need it. To receive this help, the person's past history with the banks must be checked and verified for any damages and outstanding debts. A person's family can also assist if they have the means, or they can attempt to fundraise the money through several means such as building public works etc.</span><br/><br/><div align=""center"">Section VIII-A</div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">All unemployed citizens and permanent residents that currently reside in the Ryukyu Islands are entitled to benefits should they find themselves unemployed, sick or elderly. These benefits will roughly translate to around 45 Ryukyuan Rubles (15$) a month and are intended to cover the costs of food, shelter and clothing for each citizen. Benefits can be applied for from the local government of a citizen's town, then they will be assessed, have a medical record filled and a questionnaire filled on their reasons. Lying about reasoning can cause a citizen to receive six months of hard labour.<br/><br/>These benefits aren't tax deductible and last until a person is declared fit to work, can find work or dies. When they die their immediate relatives are to be informed and they will receive any benefits that were stored by the deceased. These benefits still aren't tax deductible and can be spent as the person wishes. Any local government that implies these benefits are tax deductible is lying.</span><br/><br/><div align=""center"">Section VIII-B</div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Citizenry who can speak a language that originates from a Great Power will receive increased payment in their professions and may be requested to take a more appropriate career. They may receive up to 300 Ryukyuan Rubles a month if they can speak three languages and will receive extra retirement benefits from the government once they retire. Citizenry that have these skills are in high demand with the government and are encouraged to set up language schools to further the number of citizenry who can speak these languages. The teachers at this school will receive a monetary reward for every student who can speak these languages fluently.<br/><br/>Schools like this will be subsidised by the government, with the government completely financing the most successful schools and dojos. Further more, the teachers will receive an invitation to Naha to speak about the advantages and disadvantages of their career. Their relatives will also be cared for and left in good condition, and any monetary costs that were needed to reach the capital will be refunded by the government. Finally, any non-citizen who wishes to immigrate will be far more likely if they can speak one of these languages.</span><br/><br/><div align=""center"">Section VIII-C</div><br/><br/>Buildings in Naha must be made from stone that is of good condition and not prone to breakages. This is to reduce the risk of fires and prevent some damage from typhoons that may end up striking the Ryukyu Islands. The buildings may not exceed three stories in height unless it is a historical location that was created before the formation of the Ryukyu Nation. All citizens also require a building permit for the land they're building on, and will be charged with a crime if they do not request one and build anyway.<br/><br/>In other villages, it is preferential that the buildings be made from stone, but the government understands that these materials may be hard to acquire. Thus, they permit making houses out of wood of any kind, it doesn't matter. However, it must be of good condition and be proven to have come from a tree of reasonable strength. Citizenry still require a building permit for these structures, and may request one from their local government office. Failure to request one, like in the capital is a crime."
14266,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381&start=25,2014-12-21T21:00:00,Senkaku,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.crwflags.com/fotw/images/m/mn_emp_2.gif""/><br/><span style=""font-size: 250%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ikh Mongol Uls</span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">All Under the Blue Sky, Chapter Two: Spiderweb of Steel </span></span></div><br/><hr/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.telegraph.co.uk/multimedia/archive/01892/ACWY9A_1892563c.jpg""/><br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://vimeo.com/114350322"" rel=""nofollow"">The Forbidden City, Khanbaliq</a></div><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-size: 70%; line-height: 116%;""><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=beJzmP8BfYM"" rel=""nofollow"">""Look on my works, ye mighty, and despair.</a><br/>Nothing beside remains.""</span></span><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Khanbaliq<br/>The Forbidden City</span><br/><br/><br/><br/><br/>""Viceroy Batukhan, it has come to the attention of our khagan recently that reports from around Bishkek regarding the engagements against the Kyrgyz rebels may have been altered or even falsified by certain unscrupulous parties. He has also taken into account your own failure to crush said rebellion, as you were ordered to when it began, over the course of the last year. Additionally, records from the Grand Secretariat and our agents' dispatches from Chagatai indicate that you may be guilty of the crime of misusing the khagan's authority for your own political convenience. Finally, my tribunal has noted significant discrepancies in your viceroyalty' finances, with considerable funds having gone missing or having been apparently channeled into what would seem to be your own private coffers. These are serious allegations. What have you to say for yourself?""<br/>Zaichun's eyes sparkled malevolently as he finished speaking, pacing around the base of the throne where Kublai sat with a stern expression.<br/>Asadai Batukhan kowtowed (again). ""Honored prince, Great Khan, I beg for your mercy and your ear. Truly, the crimes I am accused of are terrible, but I, Great Khan, your Viceroy in the Chagatid lands, I would never dare to so flout the authority of the all-encompassing emperor! Glorious emperor, my lord prince, I suspect that an unscrupulous soul may have fabricated such information against me to lead your honored tribunal astray.""<br/>""Are you doubting the tribunal, viceroy?,"" the khagan put in menacingly.<br/>Batukhan kowtowed again, positively quivering. ""Never, radiant lord! I merely suspect that a wicked man, one of devilish cunning, a master of manipulation who has his sights on my position, may have contrived some complex machination by which to convince the honorable members of the tribunal of my guilt.""<br/>""And who, viceroy, would you suspect or accuse of such a deed?,"" Zaichun said lazily.<br/>Batukhan, forehead pressed into the floor, replied instantly. ""The Governor of Bishkek, Faisal Sajadi.""<br/>""Some might say, viceroy,"" the Empress suddenly said, ""that your speedy accusation of Governor Sajadi is suspicious, when we also note that the two of you have long had a strife-filled relationship and that the tribunal also noted that they believed you might have been misusing our khagan's authority against the Governor- who has proved himself as a competent administrator and general.""<br/>The viceroy began to babble something about Sajadi's wickedness and mercy and loving the khagan, but Kublai cut him off.<br/>""Viceroy Batukhan, you embarrass yourself. I am disappointed and angered such a high-ranking official would ever dare to deceive me and use my aegis for such activities. Henceforth, you are stripped of your title as viceroy and as Governor of Kashgar. You will be replaced by Governor Sajadi as Viceroy of Chagatai. Your state stipend is taken away, your household will be granted to the new viceroy, and your private coffers are henceforth requisitioned by the state. You will be allowed to retire to your family's old seat, Yarkand, but half of the Batukhan clan's estate there shall be requisitioned by the government. Your property elsewhere shall also be requisitioned, and your sons will, I think, remain in the imperial court. Perhaps here they can be raised to become better men than their father is."" The khagan rose, while the former viceroy remained crouched in fear, shock, and horror. ""Let the realm condemn such corruption as this! Let all witness the humiliation of Asadai Batukhan! Such crimes shall never go unpunished by your khagan."" He sat again. ""Guards! Take him away.""<br/>The Empress smiled as she sat back down.<br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Guangzhou<br/>Residence of the Governor<br/></span><br/><hr/><br/><br/>Wu Lao, Governor of Guangzhou, was, for the most part, a reasonably competent governor. He was less corrupt, indeed, than many, and had done a decent job of running the city of Guangzhou and its surroundings. He had faithfully overseen Khanbaliq's poorly administered, underfunded, and stop-and-go project to build fortifications around the city near the two Portuguese enclaves, and had proved himself capable of cooperating and negotiating with the Western barbarians.<br/>He was thusly quite amenable to the eminently reasonable proposal offered to him by the Portuguese- especially since they had apparently seen fit to include a rather large bribe. Lao decided to keep only half of it- a quarter would be sent to the tax collectors, as an unexplained addition, and another quarter would be sent into the city's coffers.<br/>The Governor swiftly wrote back, wishing his Portuguese counterpart well and saying he would be quite open to such a proposed railroad, and that he hoped a full contract and plan could soon be laid out.<br/><br/>As happened everywhere in the empire, reports were filed, and certain men and women with ties to the Grand Secretariat saw all.<br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Khanbaliq<br/>Dejin Opera House</span><br/><hr/><br/><br/><br/>""I feel like we've been coming here a lot.""<br/>""It's a good place to relax and talk.""<br/>""We can't do that in our rooms?""<br/>""You're funny.""<br/>Chabi giggled. ""In all seriousness, though, you must have some authority over Xian's constant voyeurism. Every time I take a bath I always wonder...""<br/>Zaichun snorted. ""I seriously doubt anyone watches you while you bathe."" He grinned. ""But you never know. And no, I don't. It's the Vice-Regent's duty to spy on everyone, all of the time. And you can hardly blame him for being extra-thorough with me.""<br/>""I suppose. Oh, by the way, once they build it, I was thinking we could take a trip down to Guangzhou and ride the train! I've never been on one before,"" Chabi said with an innocent smile, biting her lip. She surveyed Zaichun's face carefully as he absorbed what she'd just said.<br/>""Train? As in a locomotive? What are you talking about?""<br/>Chabi widened her eyes slightly in innocent confusion. ""I heard from... Oh, it must've been my aunt who lives there or something, anyways, the Portuguese are building a railway to connect Hong Kong and Macau! I was surprised we'd let the Governor approve such a project, but if it's happening I definitely want to ride the thing.""<br/>Zaichun pressed back in his seat, brow wrinkled, moving Chabi's hand off of his groin. ""We did not let the Governor approve such a project, and we will need to be having a chat with our father and the Governor.""<br/>Chabi frowned. ""Oh dear. Also, do you know when the Governor of Hanoi arrives? I once met his third daughter, who now lives in Jinan, and she's anxious about her father.""<br/>""I'll check."" Zaichun kissed her lightly. ""After this is over, I'll need to go to the Grand Secretariat and the palace, though.""<br/>""Fiiiine,"" Chabi said, fake-pouting, and inside she felt a warm, melting sensation, like a cat must feel when it toys with a mouse.<br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Khanbaliq<br/>The Forbidden City<br/>Hall of Supreme Harmony</span><br/><hr/><br/><br/><br/><br/>""Now that we've dealt with the final preparations for Viceroy Sajadi's appointment and discussed what the Chancellor and I brought forward, I'd like to move on to the matter of the barbarians.""<br/>The imperial cabinet suddenly seemed uneasy, the room colder, and even the khagan, who had fought against the barbarians on Taiwan, looked slightly uncomfortable. The Vice-Regent, though, remained as cool and collected as ever.<br/>""The Portuguese have extended a request to the Governor of Guangzhou to build a rail link from Hong Kong to Macau, through Guangzhou, which we will obtain revenue from and have jurisdiction over. The Governor approved, and planning is due to begin as soon as possible. I bring this up because I believe it could be favorable, for the sake of our struggling road system, to seek similar foreign investment across the nation to construct railways. Obviously not all Portuguese, but with multiple Western powers investing in new railways for us, we gain valuable assets that can be nationalized if we feel it necessary and that will help connect our nation.""<br/>""Actually, Vice-Regent,"" Prince Zaichun said coldly, ""I reviewed this project and found it unsatisfactory. It has been terminated, and the Governor of Guangzhou will be subject to an inquiry.""<br/>Zhao Xian turned slightly, bowing to the Prince, his face flat and inexpressive. ""And why, my lord prince, did you find it unsatisfactory?""<br/>""To allow the barbarians to build one of their devilish machines through the heart of one of the greatest cities in the empire? This is nothing more than a cover for them to move their men and spies and opium into Guangzhou! We must resist all such incursions, wherever and whenever possible.""<br/>""My lord prince, truly, I am horrified to hear of this. Praise be to Heaven that you discovered such a terrible plot! Pray tell, how did your highness go about discovering such a dastardly scheme?"", Xian said dryly.<br/>Zaichun stuck his chin out slightly. ""It needs no discovering or sniffing out, Vice-Regent. It is plain- all such barbarian enterprises are mere fronts for such insidious schemes.""<br/>""Truly? Such as the British rail line from here to Tianjin, that brings us at the court fresh fish and oysters daily? Or perhaps you meant the new Pallasian project to build a line from here to Karakorum? Or are you referring to the British-run railways around their concessions in Shandong, or the Franque project from Hanoi to Haiphong? All of these seem, in the humble opinion of the khagan's Vice-Regent, to have brought nothing but prosperity, convenience, and happiness to the regions they have been built in,"" Xian replied smoothly.<br/>Zaichun swallowed. ""It is not-""<br/>The khagan growled slightly, and Zaichun broke off.<br/>""My son, while I can appreciate your zealous regard for the empire's well-being, the Vice-Regent is correct,"" Kublai sighed. ""Xian, you will countermand Prince Zaichun's order once this meeting terminates, and you have my permission to seek foreign investment. For now, limit it to areas where railways have already been built or are being built, and to Taiyuan.""<br/>The Vice-Regent bowed, hiding a slight smile. ""Of course, radiant lord.""<br/>The Crown Prince smiled as well, bowing as he deferred to his father, but the smile did not reach his eyes.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""All Civilized Nations of the World""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><div align=""center""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.crwflags.com/fotw/images/m/mn_emp_2.gif""/><br/><span style=""color: #FFBF00""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">IKH MONGOL ULS</span></span><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">From the Foreign Ministry of the Mongol Empire</span><br/><br/>The Mongol Empire extends cordial greetings to all civilized nations of the world. Our glorious khagan, Kublai, the Eleventh of his name, has instructed his servants to inform the world that the Mongol Empire wishes to invite foreign investors and engineers, for the purpose of constructing railroads. Further information will be sent to any respondents to this letter regarding the specifics of this great invitation. We hope to have fruitful cooperation with many nations in this great undertaking.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Yours,</span><br/>Sun Liu<br/>Chief Minister of the Grand Secretariat<br/>Senior Secretary of Foreign Affairs</blockquote></div></div></div></div><br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Khanbaliq<br/>The Golden Orchid Court<br/>Residence of the Vice-Regent</span><br/><hr/><br/><br/><br/><br/>Zhao Xian, Vice-Regent to Kublai XI, Möngke Khan before him, and, for a brief period, Tolui Khan before him, was walking back to his apartment in the Golden Lotus Court. It was a cool night, but not overly cold, and the courtyard he was strolling leisurely through was quite pleasant, with just-budding flowers and a pond, filled with brilliant and strangely-shaped fish. A few lamps were hanging, giving it a soft, warm feeling, and their light mixed with that of the twilight to make it seem like Xian was immersed in richly colored honey, flecked and mixed with shadowy filaments where the eaves of the building overhung the garden. He could a pipa playing somewhere, a slow, easy melody that made him smile slightly and relax.<br/>The lamps all went out as the pipa halted, and Xian heard a slight<span style=""font-style: italic"">hiss</span>of air parting before something or someone, moving swiftly. The aged Vice-Regent was immediately on the balls of his feet, his knees bending slightly as his eyes darted around.<br/><br/>He leaped to the side, twirling just in time as a thrown dart whistled past his ear, and landed with arms extended and knees bent. Two- nay, three- men had materialized in the courtyard, and Xian's peripheral vision detected more movement on the rooftops as he shrugged his outer robes off to allow freer movement. Silently, two of the black-suited men drew blades, and the third, armed with a chain whip, launched himself towards the Vice-Regent. Xian pirouetted to avoid the chain whip as it swung towards him, deflecting the assassin's leap with a kick, and snapped into bridge position to avoid the whip's deadly head as it swung back. The man spun away from his kick, reeling his chain whip in, and the two men with swords began moving towards him. Xian, thinking quickly, whipped out his writing brush, and with almost no conscious thought sent it flying, handle first, to bury itself in the trailing man's throat. He made it another step or two before collapsing, but Xian didn't waste time watching him fall. He flipped backwards, away from the swordsman, shouting at the top of his lungs for guards, and dodged several strokes in quick succession before delivering a kick to the man's abdomen. The assassin dropped his sword to catch the Vice-Regent's foot, and as he flipped him over his back Xian snatched the strap trailing off the sword's handle as it fell behind it. The Vice-Regent cartwheeled across the garden, landing at the edge of the pond on his toes and fingertips. The sword was laying where it had slipped from his own grasp, about halfway between the two men.<br/><br/>They stayed like that for a moment, and then, as the first hollers of approaching guards came into earshot, they simultaneously launched themselves for the blade. The flurry of blows and counterblows was two fast to follow at first, and Xian felt his age for a moment when the much younger assassin caught his arm and nearly broke it before he managed to flip over and sweep his legs under the other man's. The other man caught himself, landing in a side plank, and rolled away with the sword's ribbon unfurling rapidly, caught between two of his fingers. Xian launched himself up from his hands, front-flipping down to land with considerable force on the assassin's hand as he went to rise. The bones crunched satisfyingly, and the Vice-Regent delivered a rapid kick to the man's face, feeling the jaw shatter and dislocate under his blow. The man merely grunted, rolling away and rising, and Xian tested the sword's balance, listening to the other man's pained breathing as the guards came closer.<br/><br/>The movement he had detected earlier suddenly returned, as two more men silently dropped from the roof on either side of him. One produced a single-shot pistol, while the other deployed a device that resembled a Spanish Tickler on each hand. Xian hurled himself backwards as the gun fired, feeling the bullet catch the edge of his sleeve, and spun to parry the man with the steel claws, knocking him back. There was suddenly shouting and the sound of sword's being drawn as a troop of guards entered the courtyard. While the Vice-Regent fought furiously with the claw-equipped man, the swordsman he had disarmed retrieved the chain whip that had belonged to one of his fallen brothers, and the pistolier hefted the dead sword's man's blade. Both engaged the guards while the Vice-Regent's blade blurred through the air.<br/>The duel ended abruptly- Xian's sword slid between two claws, and broke with a ringing sound as it was jerked to the side, flinging its owner with it. The assassin snarled, flinging his ruined lefthand claws aside, and Xian lifted the broken blade's remnants to deflect his next series of attacks before a pair of guardsman took over for him. The assassin was wounded, but not seriously, and the two guardsmen were decapitated and disemboweled in short order by the ferocious steel claws.<br/>The Vice-Regent lifted the spear of another dead guardsman beside him, and pulled with pin out of his topknot, sending it flying at the claw-armed assassin. It struck him in the groin, rather than the throat, and he staggered with a groan as blood spurted from the wound. Xian slammed the edge of the spear's blade into his skull, smashing it to bits, and spun to bring it around, snatching the chain whip from the air and wrenching it away from its owner with a flick of his wrist.<br/><br/>Another gun went off, with a startlingly loud blast, and the former pistolier crashed into the pond as the disarmed chain whip assassin retreated from the soldiers, towards the Vice-Regent. He was swiftly re-equipped, though, hafting a spear from another fallen guard, and the two again exchanged a flurry of blows. This time, the assassin's wounds put him at a serious disadvantage, though, and Zhao Xian finally finished him off with a brutal kick to the chest, feeling ribs spring under his foot and knocking the man to the ground, groaning.<br/>""Take him away...for... questioning,"" the Vice-Regent said to the surviving guards, catching his breath.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">POST SUMMARY:</span><br/><br/>Ah, fuck it, I'll skip the Commies and the military for this post.<br/>-Viceroy Batukhan has been dismissed, most of his property seized, his sons held hostage in the imperial court, and he has been exiled to Yarkand and disgraced. Faisal Sajadi is now Viceroy of Chagatai.<br/>-Lady Chabi intercepted news of the planned railroad in Guangzhou and threw a wrench in the works by manipulating Zaichun to order its cancellation and summon the Governor of Guangzhou to court.<br/>-The Governor of Hanoi has been dismissed and replaced (offscreen, I'm tired)<br/>-The Vice-Regent got the khagan to restart the railroad project and send the Governor back to Guangzhou.<br/>-Someone or something (jk<img alt="":p"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_tongue.gif"" title=""Razz""/>) tried to kill the Vice-Regent, but it turns out he's a pretty kickass fighter.<br/>-Mongolia is inviting limited foreign investment in the Taiyuan area and in a few areas where foreign railroads have been built."
14267,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381&start=25,2014-12-22T00:41:00,Sasutary Island,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">The Kingdom of Afghanistan<br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/8/8b/Flag_of_Afghanistan_%281931%E2%80%931973%29.svg/320px-Flag_of_Afghanistan_%281931%E2%80%931973%29.svg.png""/><br/>خدا نجات پادشاه</span></div><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Kolkata, Dutch Bengal<br/>13 January 1881</span><br/>The envoy got off the train. Their journey was longer than expected due to Cholera threats, the train had to be diverted south towards Bombay. But, they managed to reach their destination of Kolkata. Briskly taking their documents, they disembarked from the train, and hired a local carriage to take them to the City Hall. The streets were crowded with many locals and foreigners, the streets were blocked with men and women. The progressiveness of this place, compared to Afghanistan, was a culture shock to the Envoy.<br/><br/>As they dismounted the carriage, the men carried their briefcases and walked up to the two guards in front of the City Hall. The envoy showed him his identification as a man of the Afghan Government.<br/><br/>""Hello there. On behalf of the Afghan government and the King, I am here to discuss important business of diplomatic matters with the Governor or your superiors."" the head of the Envoy said in Dutch.<br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Kabul, the Parliament Square</span><br/>A massive crowd of eager young Kabulites had gathered in-front of a Recruiting Officer of the Afghan Home Guard. He began shouting Anti-Nestorian rhetoric, calling them 'Back-stabbers' and 'a disgrace to all people'. A band was playing<span style=""font-style: italic"">Milli Surood</span>, while a few boys were waving the flag of Afghanistan. Nationalistic fervor has boiled for the past 40 years, as the Nestorian Empire was large and smugglers and Nestorian villagers would often go into Afghanistan and steal a few locals before selling them as slaves. A great deal of young men and boys, mostly from poor and lower-middle income families began signing up to 'stop the Nestorian menace' as many a war poster said. given a maximum of 6 months training with outdated or damaged weaponry, these bolstered the Afghan Home Guard by 5 Battalions, breaking the usual Afghan stance of Peace and Diplomacy above all. For the military top brass could sense that years upon years of relative Afghan peace would be exploited by the British and Nestorian governments.<br/><br/>Artillery Battalions, Howitzers and Mortars make up the majority (3 out of 5 battalions) of this new recruitment drive. Though a severe lack of Artillery shells is being noticed, the guns themselves are in abundance, mostly due to the large weapons manufacturing facilities that are run by foreign investors. Ammunition, however, is hard to come by, with the lack of supply of Sulfur and other minerals essential in gunpowder production. Many of Afghanistan's populace is also unqualified to handle such volatile substances, and most workers who work in ammunition factories are imported foreign talent. The King has encouraged more people to take up the jobs still vacant in ammunition factories and foreign investors to open more, and the government is willing to pay a neat price for it.<br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i.imgur.com/jLm52wD.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Persian Defensive Line</a>, 3rd Durrani Grenadier Militia</span><br/>The 3rd Grenadiers inspected the field of sand and dirt in-front of them, it was exercise day. The Artillery, roughly 3 kilometers behind the front trenches began hurling out test rounds, filled only with 1/8 of the normal explosives, near the Nestorian border as part of the usual yearly military exercises. The men peeked above their trenches, hearing the screech of the shells above them before dirt and sand was kicked up into their faces. The artillery was to be directed by front-line battalions using a new means of communication, the cable telephone. Though largely experimental and bulky (needing a team of 6 camels to move them along), the telephones provided the artillery with unmatched accuracy as the shells were directed towards the target, in this case an abandoned Barn. The shells landed, and though they were drastically downsized from the real thing, it still caused many men to flinch at the bare sound of the explosion. The 2 hour long bombardment allowed the men to make acquaintances with their telephones, and allowed the artillerymen, most of them were mere clerks or shepherd boys, to earn valuable experience in indirect artillery bombardment. The 2 hour barrage had costed roughly A£6 thousand.<br/><br/>The men settled in for the night, their A-Rations heated over the campfire as the wind of the night roared above their heads. The horses were asleep, as were the camels. The only men who were awake were the sentries, or men who went to clean the latrines, or those brave men who walked out with gas lamps to the nearest date palm to get a night's meal. Officers with their binoculars scanned the lands with binoculars, while out in the distance a contingent of 1 of the Western Cavalry Battalion, noticeable by their Slouch Hats and carbines slung to their back, were out on maneuvers. The galloping waked a few, while the rest simply went back to sleep, a few young men became restless and at the wee-hours of 2 am began to explore the vast trench system, or joined the small group of men around the camp fire. A small group from the 3rd Sappers were out there, in the dead of night guided by small strings like blind men. These men were to inspect the ground, should there be any defilades, it was to be filled immediately and the land surveyed for any vantage point the enemy may use, which in such a flat steppe as this, was almost completely flat."
14268,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381&start=25,2014-12-22T13:31:00,The Holy Dominion of Inesea,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Army Requisitions Buildings<br/>Nestorius, The Nestorian Empire</span><br/><br/>The doors of the Quartermaster-General's Office opened and out walked representatives from New France. This had been the second time today European representatives had left the office of the Quartermaster-General. Earlier in the day, a similar purchase had gone through with the Dutch, providing some 25,000 new rifles and a few hundred heavy weapons to the Nestorian Army. The standard rifle of the Nestorian Army was the Dominus Rifle, a lever action rifle an eleven round tubular magazine. They were well suited to the fast paced combat of the Eastern Military Region, and performed admirably on horseback in the Western Military Region. The only issue was it couldn't be fired from prone as well as other rifles, but prone fighting rarely occurred, at least until recently. It was actually a fairly robust design, having a higher rate of fire and normally more ammunition per magazine but a slower reload time and being maybe having 100 meters less range than European models. Each Infantry Lance, some twenty Soldiers, had four marksmen with single shot, bolt action rifles to engage enemy snipers, and to clear out targets at long range. It worked well against the Judeans and Arabians.<br/><br/>Recently though, the European nations had slowly began encroaching upon the lands of Asia. Since the late sixties, it had been acknowledged the fleet wouldn't be able to beat an European fleet, so the Army had been reorganizing to combat them. Under his command, he had 30 Regiments of 5,000 Regular Army troops for a total of 150,000 Regular Army. He also had 50 Battalions of the Church Guard scattered along the borders. At 50,000 men, this unit was tasked with patrolling the and guarding the borders. They were the best units in the military in terms of training, but second to the Army in terms of equipment. Finally, there were 200 Battalions of Militia, some 200,000 Reservists, scattered about the country. They all got annual training, but lead regular careers. Given the enemies on all borders, most had combat experience. Each man had the rifle he used when he left the Service. Most were five round tubular's or, for the older members, single shots.<br/><br/>Some 45,000 rifles were being bought from the West. Half would go to the Church guard, half to the Regular Army. The 25,000 rifles he got would go to the Crimean, Baghdad, Kirkuk, and Zabol Regiments.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Zabol, The Nestorian Empire</span><br/><br/><br/>""They're firing practice rounds again!""<br/><br/>""Fire the 75mm in their general direction. Just short of the border! I want you to stencil Our Lord's name into the ground!""<br/><br/>""Yes, Colonel!""<br/><br/>Some dozen or so 75mm pieces opened up along the Defensive Line East. Later, more 75mms opened up in practice along a larger section of the line. Only 75mm's though. The 150mm pieces were being held in reserve because they didn't want to reveal their longer range. And because there were not many of them. This was a fairly common game, one side practice firing, the other practice firing back. it provided good practice, and thus the Colonel let it continue."
14269,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381&start=25,2014-12-22T17:54:00,Greater Mobile,"<div align=""Center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/jAQNwHA.png?3""/><br/><br/>Царизм Аляски<br/><span style=""font-size: 85%; line-height: 116%;"">The Tsardom of Alaska</span></div><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-size: 85%; line-height: 116%;""><div style=""float: left;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Novoarkhangelsk, Alyaska</span></div><div style=""float: right;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">January 1, 1881</span></div></span><br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 25px;"">The</span>cold January air swept across Novoarkhangelsk and over castle rock as the bells from Saint Michaels church announced to the sleepy town that the new year had arrived. Today would be about prayer and thanks for many. Celebration for others. For people like Tsar Mikhail, however, it was just another day, and the bells just served as the harbinger of hard work and toil.<br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 25px;"">The Tsar stepped</span>out of his room after getting dressed and walked down to a prepared meal. Afterwards, he began the grueling part of his daily ritual: listening to a select few nobles complain and tell him how things should be handled.<br/><br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 25px;"">After some menial tasks</span>, like settling a dispute of the diversion of a stream outside of Port Aleksandr, The Tsar picked up his list of prepared tasks he must undertake, and got to work.<br/><br/>As he picked up his pen, the fog horn on the blockade runner<span style=""font-style: italic"">Germes</span>ripped through the city.<br/><br/><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""The Confederation of the Californias""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/Eyb9s8M.png?1""/></div><br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Official Communique of the Tsardom of Alaska</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">To:</span>President Riley Soto| <span style=""font-weight: bold"">From:</span> Tsar Mikhail II, The Tsardom of Alaska|<br/> <span style=""font-weight: bold"">Regarding:</span> Trade<br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 25px;"">Honorable</span> President Riley Soto,<br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 25px;"">I</span> know that you are aware of the lack of diplomacy trade between our two nations. This is directly due to the isolationist policy of my own nation, over the few decades that it has existed.<br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 25px;"">I</span> have sent an emissary with this communique, and I would like to negotiate a trade agreement that will benefit both of our peoples and lead us into an era of new prosperity.<br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 25px;"">I</span> hope that you and the diplomat who is meant to deliver this letter, Nikolai Luski, are able to reach some sort of consensus on how merchants are to due business from San Francisco Bay to the Bering Strait.<br/> <br/><br/>With sincere regards.<br/> Mikhail II, Tsar of Alaska</blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""The Mongol Empire""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/Eyb9s8M.png?1""/></div><br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Official Communique of the Tsardom of Alaska</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">To:</span>Khagan Kublai XI| <span style=""font-weight: bold"">From:</span> Tsar Mikhail II, The Tsardom of Alaska|<br/> <span style=""font-weight: bold"">Regarding:</span> Trade<br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 25px;"">Honorable</span> Kublai XI, Khagan of the Mongol Empire,<br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 25px;"">I</span> know that you are aware of the lack of diplomacy trade between our two nations. This is directly due to the isolationist policy of my own nation, over the few decades that it has existed.<br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 25px;"">I</span> have sent an emissary with this communique, and I would like to negotiate a trade agreement that will benefit both of our peoples and lead us into an era of new prosperity.<br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 25px;"">I</span> hope that you and the diplomat who is meant to deliver this letter, Aleksander Mirnov, are able to reach some sort of consensus on how merchants are to due business from The sea of Japan to the Bering Strait.<br/> <br/><br/>With sincere regards.<br/> Mikhail II, Tsar of Alaska</blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 25px;"">The</span>letters were sent, and the business was set in motion. Within the week the Mongols and Californians will have received the Tsar's requests ,and his great friends in Eurasia will have a letter hand delivered by the Alaskan Ambassador in Yashingrad. All that was left to do for this day of work would be purely domestic affairs.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Admiral Rhyzkov""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/Eyb9s8M.png?1""/></div><br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Official Internal Communique of the Tsardom of Alaska</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">To:</span>Admiral Rhyzkov| <span style=""font-weight: bold"">From:</span> Tsar Mikhail II, The Tsardom of Alaska|<br/> <span style=""font-weight: bold"">Regarding:</span> Fleet movement<br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 25px;"">Admiral</span> Rhyzkov, supreme commander of the Alaskan navy, <br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 25px;"">In</span> the following weeks, we seek to secure trade agreements with various nations on the pacific, which will lead to increased merchant traffic in the southern portions of our waters.<br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 25px;"">Inform</span> your vice admirals that both the Eastern and Western fleets are to move the 4th and 7th patrol routes further south onto shipping lanes headed towards Mongolia and California. These orders are to be enacted immediately. Await further orders. Cancelation possible. <br/><br/> <br/><br/><br/> Mikhail II, Tsar of Alaska</blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""General Maximovich""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/Eyb9s8M.png?1""/></div><br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Official Internal Communique of the Tsardom of Alaska</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">To:</span>General Maximovich| <span style=""font-weight: bold"">From:</span> Tsar Mikhail II, The Tsardom of Alaska|<br/> <span style=""font-weight: bold"">Regarding:</span> Troop movement<br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 25px;"">General</span> Maximovich, commander of the Eastern Army,<br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 25px;"">In</span> order to aid in the colonization of the unclaimed Novyy Murmansk(OOC: Modern day British Columbia) your orders are to allocate approximately 100 soldiers escort members of the Alaska Company, the nationalized colonization company, into the region to allow them to build settlements. You are expected to bring cavalry unit as forward and rear scouts, following standard movement procedures. Supplies for Extreme winter weather have been allocated, and will be available at the departure point in Shelikhov (OOC: Modern day Juneau), at Fort Grigory.<br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 25px;"">Your</span> men's departure date will be the twelfth of January. You will return in May. Fresh supplies have been purchased from a merchant consortium operating in the Bering strait, and will be delivered every three weeks.<br/><br/>Note: I know you will likely request a delay until spring, however that will unfortunately not be possible. These orders are final. I wish your men good luck, general.<br/><br/><br/><br/> Mikhail II, Tsar of Alaska</blockquote></div></div></div>"
14270,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381&start=25,2014-12-22T20:08:00,Sabara,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Horw Municipality <br/>Lucerne, Switzerland-Piedmont</span><br/><br/>""Tea, Leon?"" A petite woman opened the door to the study, letting light infiltrate the dismal room. She was carrying a platter of chinaware, with two biscuits perched precariously on the edge. The Chancellor of Switzerland-Piedmont rose out of his comfortable chair with slightly rheumatic movements. His brown hair was quickly greying, and blue eyes outlined by dark circles.<br/><br/>""Really, Marie, you didn't have to go to all this work,"" Leon said, nodding his thanks. ""I'm sure the housemaids wouldn't mind.""<br/><br/>""It's good for me."" She replied simply, after setting down the platter among the jumble of papers on Leon's desk. By the time she was at the door, her husband was penning a letter. She sighed. Under that petite frame was a warrior. Marie Leuthard was one of the first female politicians in Switzerland-Piedmont. So it was only a matter of time until the two (Leon and Marie) met. Leon was the charisma, Marie, the fist. They made quite the dynamism. But after the marriage, everything changed. It was no longer acceptable for Madame Leuthard to pursue a career in politics. So although she was her husband's chief adviser, she often felt powerless watching her husband crumbling under the weight of a nation.<br/><br/>Although it was a beautiful day over Lake Lucerne, she couldn't enjoy it. Sometimes, it was almost impossible to endure looking at her husband. Ever since he had taken office as Chancellor, he had aged years.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""It's those damned journalists""</span>Marie uttered angrily to herself. Leon was the object of ridicule by most media outlets, as all other Syndics and Chancellors of the past. Sometimes freedom of speech could be a curse.<br/><br/>As she pondered these thoughts, gazing out at the Lake through the large kitchen window, the door of the study creaked open. Leon (now in a trenchcoat and tall tophat that made up for his height) entered the anteroom across from the kitchen, and Marie's stomach sank. Was it already time?<br/><br/>""Marie, I'm sorry,"" Leon sounded positively miserable. ""I'll be back as soon as I can. Maybe once I get back, we'll go on that trip to Barcelona.""<br/><br/>Madame Leuthard smiled bravely. ""That would be good.""<br/><br/>They gazed at each for a second, but soon the ""clop-clop-clop"" of a carriage could be heard. Leon quickly embraced his wife, and exited the villa through the large double doors in the front entrance. In only a day he would be what seemed like half a world away, Genoa.<br/><br/>Marie stood in front of the doors for what seemed like an eternity, before tiredly walking to the study. She wanted to take a look at the letter that was taking her husband away from her.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://wf-page.net/FAMILY-SITE/trachsel.jpg""/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Communique of the Confederation of Switzerland and Piedmont</span><br/><span style=""font-size: 80%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Addressed to the honorable</span> Republic of Francia, Dual Kingdom of Catalonia and Naples, Hellenic Republic, Sultanate of Judea, Republic of Portugal, Papal States</span></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin-left:75px; margin-right:75px; margin-bottom:5px; margin-top:5px"">Due to the ever-changing nature of southern Europe, and the undesirable volatility of politics in the Mediterranean region, the Confederation would like to invite all foreign delegates to a conference in the city of Genoa to discuss future security and stability of our region. The conference is scheduled to last for two days at the Palazzo Reale, and shelter will be provided though the <span style=""font-style: italic"">Albergo Mare</span>, a luxury hotel in eastern Genoa.<br/><br/>The date will set at (x). It is our sincere hope that we, nations of the Mediterranean can resolve our differences and move forward to a more stable region.<br/><br/>Signed,<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Leon Leuthard</span> - Chancellor<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Raoul de Meuthse</span> - Foreign Premier</div></blockquote>"
14271,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381&start=25,2014-12-22T20:19:00,Valentir,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/2/2e/Coat_of_Arms_of_the_Kingdom_of_Holland_%281808%29.svg/414px-Coat_of_Arms_of_the_Kingdom_of_Holland_%281808%29.svg.png""/></div><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #FF8000"">Amsterdam, Holland, Kingdom of the United Provinces and Belgium</span></span></div><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;"">Chapter 1: The Winds of Change<br/>7th of April, the Year of our Lord, 1881</span></span></div><br/>It was a quiet day at the Royal Palace, as it joined the nation in mourning the Willem. In public the staff of the Palace stayed strong, and honoured the memory of their king with pride, but in private many of the staff were overcome with great grief. The majority of the staff had served Willem for at least a decade. They served him his tea, brought him his clothes, as was expected, yet many also become close friends with the King. He was friendly, and always open with his staff, and in many ways they were like family. It was hard on them when he passed, but hard most of all on his son, Prince Martijn. Despite their opposing political views, Martijn and his father were very close, and often spend time at their lodge in the Ardennes. Willem's death left everyone devastated, and an entire kingdom devoid of leadership, with a young man of only twenty to fill the void. The young king would be tested, for Europe was a deadly political field, where you either win, or you die.<br/><br/>Martijn was alone in the Royal Office, a large room, filled with memories and the cobwebs of an old era. This was his father office, and from here he directed one of Europe's greatest powers, forging alliances, influencing policy, and writing countless reforms. This legacy of one of the Netherland's greatest kings now sat upon his shoulders. A entire kingdom, nearly 120,000,000 people, with one of the largest economies, and with large financial assets all over the world. It was all his to lead. Tens of millions would look to him for leadership, in times when the future was uncertain.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Can I do it</span>?, Martijn asked himself,<span style=""font-style: italic"">Do I have what this country needs</span>? Thoughts of doubt and failure clouded his young mind. Tears began to fall from his eyes, and he took a seat in the old leather chair that was his father's. For awhile he wept silently, memories flashing by him. The Young Prince finally started to settle down, and he looked up. On the mahogany desk, sitting in front of him was a picture. His Majesty King Willem, and his Queen, Karolina. The picture must have been from the 20's, for the couple was young and full of life. Once more the Prince's mind was clouded by negative thoughts, but he was interrupted by a soft knock at the door. He set the picture down and wiped his eyes, ""Enter."" The door slowly creaked open, and a petite woman, brunette with blue eyes, no older than nineteen, walked in. It was none other than Isabel María de Valencia, the wife of the Prince. Martijn rose from his seat in haste, and went to hug her. ""My darling, I'm so happy that you are here!"" Martijn dwarfed his wife considerably, as he was quite tall, with the large body of his great-grandfather Leopold, whom many called 'the Ox.' Isabel met his embrace with a kiss, ""I came as soon as I heard, my love."" They stood there for several more moments in a passionate embrace, before they reluctantly broke away. They took a seat at the small black sofa by the bookshelves, snuggling up next to one another. ""I'm sorry my love, I know how hard this is.""<br/><br/>""I just can't believe he is gone, so suddenly. Whats worse is the physicians are divided on the causes. One says his heart gave out, another says he died of stomach pains, and one idiot suggested that it was poison. And then I'm bombarded by those rats in Parliament over legislation and policy.""<br/><br/>""You shouldn't be too hard my love. They are only looking out for you and the nation. Your father was the glue to the Liberal Coalition, and now that he is gone the coalition will begin to unwind, coming apart piece by piece.""<br/><br/>""The Conservatives will now doubt take advantage of situation, and emergency elections will be held. And then I have the Royal Council pushing me for a coronation date, and I've already heard enough out of the court about how great a king I will be,"" Martijn sighed, ""My father told be that becoming a king is one of the hard parts, and that being is even harder. If only he could see me now, ruling the country all on my own.""<br/><br/>Isabel put her hand on his cheek and turned his head towards her. Their eyes met, and she kissed him softly on the lips. ""You will be a great king, greater than your father. You are stern, diligent, and wise, yet you are are also kind, just, and patient. You are my lover, husband, and my king, and you will lead this country to greater glory."" Isabel moved towards her husband and hugged him tightly, ""You aren't alone, I'm here for you, always."" The young prince smiled, and gave his wife a kiss.<br/><br/>""I'm glad I have you, my darling.""<br/><br/>""And I'm glad that you have, my love.""<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/f/f9/Portrait_of_King_Willem_III_of_the_Netherlands%2C_Nicolaas_Pieneman_%281856%29.jpg/330px-Portrait_of_King_Willem_III_of_the_Netherlands%2C_Nicolaas_Pieneman_%281856%29.jpg""/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">His Imperial Majesty King Martijn I of the Netherlands, circa 1882</span></div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://ichef.bbci.co.uk/arts/yourpaintings/images/paintings/cg/large/syo_cg_cp_tr_331_large.jpg""/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Her Imperial Majesty Queen Consort Isabel María of the Netherlands, circa 1881</span></div></blockquote>"
14272,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381&start=25,2014-12-22T23:27:00,Hastagia,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://static.squarespace.com/static/52f7e706e4b0430a990a996f/53238535e4b0fbe07f9aceff/53238557e4b094a873b7bbf6/1394836824491/royal-coat-of-arms-of-egypt.png""/></div><br/><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #008000"">Sultanate of Judea</span></span></div><br/><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-size: 125%; line-height: 116%;"">12th of April, 1881</span></div><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #008000"">Jerusalem, Sultanate of Judea</span> </span></div><br/><span style=""margin-left: 6px;"">The smell incense hung in the dimly lit study as Sultan Nabeel Hassen stood over a table peering down on the map of the world which lay on the table. He muttered to himself as he tapped the nations of the Middle East who still followed the light of Islam. ""Hedjaz, Oman, and Judea..."" He balled up his fist and raised it in quick succession slamming it down on the table. ""Damn Infidels!"" Nearby servants went pale as the Sultan would once again go into one of his rages about the Nestorians.</span><br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 6px;"">Nonetheless one servant stepped forward head bowed and asked ""Yes my Sultan?""</span><br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 6px;"">Nabeel replied ""Bring me the Heads of the Military, the Prime Minister, and a Scribe."" As he took a deep breath in then out. ""The rest of you may leave.""</span><br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 6px;"">Relieved the servants bowed and said ""Yes my Sultan."" walking quickly out the door to carry out his tasks or to head to the servant's quarters in the rear of the palace.</span><br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 6px;"">Nabeel finally alone drew his Janbiya and stabbed into were the great Persia was but now the infidels who call themselves ""Nestorians."" Nabeel now tapped his foot impatiently as he would finally set his plans into motion in forming a grand Caliphate that would rival that of any before it. He sighed knowing of what happened to previous attempts but he would succeed with a modernized military he would and by Allah he would succeed. Finally after several minutes of waiting Prime Minister Najeeb Shaban, Generals; Khaleefa Elamin, Haani Ullah, Munjid Samara, Rajab Dallal, Jawhar Jama. Looking up at the Generals and Prime Minister. ""Prepare the troops! Ready the masses we prepare for war against Egypt."" The men gathered stood stunned t the Sultan's orders. Judea had not been at war for nearly 70 years but now he wishes to invade for whatever reason?</span><br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 6px;"">""Sultan may I ask why you chose this course of action?"" the Prime Minister asked.</span><br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 6px;"">Nabeel replied ""It is time the Caliphate is reformed.""</span><br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 6px;"">The Generals replied with smile and joy in their hoarse voices ""At once my Sultan."" as they eagerly left to mobilize their men.</span><br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 6px;"">Najeeb looked down solemnly ""Yes my Sultan"" as he trudged out slowly to ready fiery speeches and convince he people this was in their best interests.</span><br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 6px;"">The Sultan turned to the scribe who had just entered after seeing the many men leave the office ""Began to write now, ""To those who i may concern..."" Naseer would drone on for hours editing and revising his leaders to a certain amount of Countries.</span></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://static.squarespace.com/static/52f7e706e4b0430a990a996f/53238535e4b0fbe07f9aceff/53238557e4b094a873b7bbf6/1394836824491/royal-coat-of-arms-of-egypt.png""/></div><br/><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #008000"">From the Sultanate of Judea</span></span></div><br/><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">To those who it may concern in the Confederation of Switzerland and Piedmont.</span></div><br/>[tab=6]We will gladly attend said conference in hope of expressing our willingness to negotiate with our Western and Mediterranean Counterparts. Furthermore to express our gratitude we will grace thee with our mighty heir to the Sultanate Hamood Hassen as being our representative to the meeting.<br/><br/>Signed, <br/>Sultan Naseer Hassen, Defender of the Islamic Faith, Sultan of Judea, Emir of Acre, Emir of Jerusalem, Emir of Syria, Emir of Adana, Emir of the Sinai, Emir of Jordan, Protector of the people of Judea, Jordan, and Syria[/tab]</blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://static.squarespace.com/static/52f7e706e4b0430a990a996f/53238535e4b0fbe07f9aceff/53238557e4b094a873b7bbf6/1394836824491/royal-coat-of-arms-of-egypt.png""/></div><br/><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #008000"">From the Sultanate of Judea</span></span></div><br/><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">To those who it may concern in the Dual Kingdom of Catalonia and Naples </span></div><br/><span style=""margin-left: 6px;"">We would like to get help in modernizing our Army to fight off the Nestorians and other vile creatures. Will you help us noble ally? We will pay for everything in way of diamonds and other precious gems.<br/><br/>Signed, <br/>Sultan Naseer Hassen, Defender of the Islamic Faith, Sultan of Judea, Emir of Acre, Emir of Jerusalem, Emir of Syria, Emir of Adana, Emir of the Sinai, Emir of Jordan, Protector of the people of Judea, and Syria</span></blockquote>"
14273,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381&start=25,2014-12-23T00:14:00,Neo-Assyrian Empire,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/zTTKK06.png""/><br/><span style=""color: #0040BF""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 175%; line-height: 116%;"">The Republic of Francia</span><br/><span style=""font-size: 125%; line-height: 116%;"">Chapter Deux: Monsieur Baptiste?</span></span></span></div><hr/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">La Sénat du Francia | Paris, Francia<br/>April 12<sup>th</sup>, 1880</span><br/>""Order, order in the chamber!"" Speaker of the Senate, Felix Bault, standing behind a lectern, smacked a gavel against its surface. ""Order, order,"" he continued to yell. The senate quieted down. ""The next bill we will vote on, proposed by the Socialist Party, is the Laborer's Act. This bill, if it passes, would limit workers to a mandatory 10 hours per day maximum, institute a minimum wage of 3 francs per hour, and would add guidelines for safety within any industry.""<br/><br/>The Senate, which had a conservative majority, burst into a flurry of anger and excitement. Conservative members were slamming the proposal, while others argued with the Liberal members of the Senate. Bault grabbed the gavel again. ""Order, order in the senate! Sirs, calm down!"" After a few moments, the Senate was back to the calm that it was just moments before. ""Now, we shall begin to cast our votes.""<br/><br/>After nearly thirty minutes of voting, it was tallied up to: 35 Pass, 57 Veto, 8 Abstain. ""And with this vote,"" continued the Speaker, ""The Laborer's Act has failed to pass the Senate. If a new vote is taken and a majority wish to bring the bill back to the Senate floor, that can be done at a later point. Now, on to the next bill...""<hr/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Activists' Den | Geneva, Francia<br/>Later That Day</span><br/>In a dark, smokey room of Geneva, three men sat around a table, talking and playing a game of cards. It was a small room, though it was all they could afford. In the back, on a wooden table, sat a telegraph machine. One of the men, Thybault Fou, leaned back in his chair, kicking his feet up on the table. ""So, long story short, we were running out of the bar when-"" The telegraph started going off. Startled, Thybault fell out of his chair and scrambled to get to the telegraph. Grabbing a pencil off of the table, he began to write down the message. Once the machine stopped, he shook his head. ""No... no, no, no!""<br/><br/>""What is it, Thybault?""<br/><br/>Fou stood there for a moment, looking down at the paper. ""The bill failed to pass...""<br/><br/>""What?"" Another man, Pierre Ouvrier, stood from the table. ""How could that have happened?""<br/><br/>""I'm not sure... God, damn those Parisian politicians! They are blinded by greed, so much that they cannot see the plight of the working class! If only there was a way... a way to make them see, to understand that we deserve better conditions.""<br/><br/>""But how? The government has proven time and time again that they will ignore the workers.""<br/><br/>""Funny you mention that, Pierre. Andrew and I have been discussing what would happen if the bill fell through, and we decided that what we shall ask of you is necessary. After all, drastic times call for drastic measures. We will make them grant us our rights. Here, let me tell you.""<br/><br/>Thybault leaned in and whispered the plan to Pierre. After doing so, he handed Pierre a six-shot revolver, fully loaded. ""This is what you will use. Now, if you remember the plan, and as long as everything goes accordingly, we shall be the start of something great for Francia!""<br/><br/>Pierre nodded. ""Now come, we should celebrate before you head off to your destiny!"" The three men left the smokey room, going to the local bars. They wanted to have fun before the future turned dark<hr/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Paris, Francia<br/>April 19<sup>th</sup></span><br/>A large crowd formed in front of the Senate building as the Prime Minister and the President were to give an address about the recent events in the legislature. Prime Minister Bault was up first, saying that the bill would only have hurt the country. Meanwhile, President Baptiste sat in a chair on the sidelines.<br/><br/>""Are you okay, Louis?"" The president looked up to see one of his aides and friends, Francois Dumont.<br/><br/>""I'm fine, Francois, but thank-""<br/><br/>""You don't look alright. You look pale, as if you're ill.""<br/><br/>""No, I'm just fine. It just seems like Mr. Bault's speech will last a while longer.""<br/><br/>""Don't worry, it should be fine, Mr. President."" The audience started to applaud. ""Well, it looks like Bault is done. You're up, Louis.""<br/><div align=""center"">_________________________</div><br/>Amongst the crowd was Pierre, listening to the Prime Minister's speech.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""The bill would have been a blessing for the Frankish people, not a curse,""</span>he thought,<span style=""font-style: italic"">""How dare he even think that? Does he not know how much the workers are suffering right now in the factories of Orleans, Lyons, or even Paris?!""</span>He began to make his way through the crowd, shoving people out of his way to get closer to the stage.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""I can't stand hearing this capitalist nonsense. How can they even view worker's rights as an evil? Just because a franc goes to a worker rather than into a politician's pocket?""</span>He shoves another man out of the way. Ouvrier is now standing only twenty feet from the stage, close enough to get a good shot at the speaker.<br/><br/>He looks at Bault, preparing to attack. He tried to calm himself down. After all, he didn't want to miss his target.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Don't worry, one man killed to keep a thousand workers alive is a great thing. I'll become a national hero for this. Don't worry about it, it's an easy shot. Your family shall mourn, but they shall also praise me for what I do here today.""</span>The audience applauds as Pierre is ready to fire. Bault, however, steps down from the podium. Pierre is ready to fire at the next speaker, whoever it was (He was not paying attention to the speech at this point.). Once Baptiste took the stand, Pierre decided it was now or never.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">""Monsieur Baptiste? This is on behalf of Le Syndicat des Travailleurs Armées!""</span><br/><br/>Pierre pulled the revolver out of his coat jacket and fired off five shots, three of which hit the president. After the five shots, he points the gun at his head and pulls the trigger, killing himself. President Baptiste, slumped over the podium, was shot in the shoulder twice, with a third bullet grazing his neck.<br/><br/>""Doctor? Do we have a doctor in the crowd?"" Several men rushed to the stage, hoping to save the injured president. However, nothing they did would have saved him. President Baptiste died on the stage by a deranged Worker and, as the press would soon label Pierre, an Anarchist.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #FFBF80"">Le Journal du Franque</span></span><br/><span style=""font-size: 250%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Baptiste Mort!</span></span><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Assassin Tués, Rallye Se Transforme En un Massacre!</span></span></div><hr/><span style=""font-size: 85%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Édition Spéciale</span></span><table border=""1"" cellpadding=""0"" cellspacing=""0"" width=""85%""><div style=""float: right;""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/cF17rKf.jpg""/></div><br/>A peaceful political rally turned violent earlier this afternoon when a troubled worker and anarchist Pierre Ouvrier shot and killed President Louis Baptiste before taking his own life. Before assassinating the president, Ouvrier yelled ""This is on behalf of Le Syndicat des Travailleurs Armées!"" It is now believed that the government is arresting any person affiliated with this group.<br/><br/>Prime Minister Bault has declared himself acting-president until an election is held early next month. Mr. Bault commented ""It is a sad day for Paris and the Republic. We shall find out who worked with Mr. Ouvrier in order to make this attack possible and persecute them to the furthest extent of the law. Until an emergency election can be organized next month, I shall stand in as acting President.""<br/><br/>More information shall be added in the next edition, once we learn more from this situation. Today is a sad day for Francia indeed.</table></blockquote>"
14274,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381&start=25,2014-12-23T00:22:00,The Khedive,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/e/ec/Flag_of_the_German_Empire.svg/320px-Flag_of_the_German_Empire.svg.png""/></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Prince Otto von Bismarck<br/><br/>The City of Berlin<br/>Kingdom of Prussia<br/>North German Confederation<br/><br/>17. April. 1881</span></span><br/><br/>Bismarck burst through the doors of the Prussian Landtag, his countenance inflamed and ruddy with impotent rage, almost quivering. Such an unseemly sight aroused a pause in the current raging debate concerning Anti-Socialist Laws which had been proposed by none other than himself.<br/><br/>From the doorway he thundered. ""Now is not the time for dithering! Not when all of the Orient is on fire! The time for quibbling and bickering can come later, when the lives of Germans abroad are no longer in jeopardy!""<br/><br/>He paused, for the words came with great difficulty. He swallowed a sob and wiped back impassioned tears. ""57 lives -- German lives! -- have already been lost in Egypt! The Prussian mission has been besieged, and all may be lost. With every word I fear we have lost another hundred.<br/><br/>""The Prussian ambassador sends for help. Not for himself -- he fears it is already too late for him -- but for other Germans in Egypt who still have hope.""<br/><br/>His voice cracked, and for a moment he seemed to have succumbed to emotion. Then, wiping away the tears, he mustered.<br/><br/>""Prussians! Germans, if you dare call yourselves! Will we let this savagery continue?""<br/><br/>A resounding call echoed through the Landtag: ""Nay, we must rescue our fellow Germans!""<br/><br/>Bismarck grinned. He had no idea why the King would dare consider such a removed territory which would so easily disturb the balance of power, but there was still time to dissuade him. What mattered at the moment was North German pride.<br/><br/>Now began the German intervention in Egypt.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ludwig Windthorst<br/><br/>The City of Hanover<br/>Kingdom of Prussia<br/>North German Confederation<br/><br/>21. April. 1881</span></span><br/><br/>Bismarck was a brilliant statesman renowned above all for his perfidy. Much as what was portrayed in public, he was no ideologue; whatever cause suited him at the time was what he adhered to until a better one came along. Harnessing the winds of fate. A politician through and through, he'd been labeled a reactionary, a progressive, a liberal, an absolutist, and at last a scoundrel. He had principles, definitely, but not ideals. Principle number one was a Diet majority.<br/><br/>Last decade, he espoused free trade until it no longer suited him, trading it and its proponents for protectionism.<br/><br/>Now, that old red reactionary had arranged for a meeting in Windthorst's own office, a clear sign of the drastic measures he was willing to pursue to stick to principle one. Herr Bismarck had introduced another Anti-Socialist Bill, calling for more stringent measures than the ones introduced in 1879. The socialist influence was steadily increasing, not only in the factories throughout Pomerania and Silesia but also the educated middle-class of the liberal west, most notably Bonn and the Ruhr.<br/><br/>In spite of the ban on the Social Democratic Party, its members continued to operate in the halls of the Diet, not as official members of the defunct party of course, but as independent candidates. They were a weak force now but it was certain the matter would reach a breaking point very soon. The ideals of Marx and Engels clearly had support in the members of the public, and, so it was rumoured, friends in high places. Not that it came as a surprise.<br/><br/>The awaited knock came from the spruce door. The hulking frame of Bismarck, with broad, commanding shoulders, crouched through the doorframe, wrought for Windthorst's own slight build, and into the room. They drew near, the air crackling from the tense gaze both parties offered -- for they had fought like lions in parliament, with all regard thrown to the wayside -- and reached into an embrace.<br/><br/>""Do take a seat, Monsieur Bismarck! It must have been a tiring journey from Kniephof, despite the wonder of the Prussian railway system. Do you take your tea English?"" He gestured for the valet to serve their tea.<br/><br/>""I will take it how you take it, Monsieur Windthorst. I am glad to finally be in a warm place after winter's chilled my old bones! I must admit, the decor is most elegant.""<br/><br/>""Oh, I try to keep it Spartan! There is beauty in modesty, elegance in minimalism. Perhaps I am a Philhellene for that sentiment, or a romantic yearning for the old days, pining for stark white marble pillars, but I do also love our German opera. Have you seen Wagner?""<br/><br/>""A masterpiece of German romanticism. Dark, brooding, yet grandiose! Bombastic and baroque in its sensibilities! A reflection of the opera of life. I would spend weeks lauding that artwork. But it detracts from the main concern of my visit, if you may pardon me for skipping such a fascinating topic.""<br/><br/>""No, don't fret! From your worried countenance I fear it is an urgent matter which cannot wait any longer."" A knowing smile flashed. ""Tell me, Herr Bismarck, what troubles you?""<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Colonel<br/><br/>Aboukir Bay<br/>Mediterranean Sea<br/>Sultanate of Egypt<br/><br/>23. April. 1881</span></span><br/><br/>Riding on the crests of turquoise waves and sapphire rides, carving steel hulls through tourmaline foam under the cover of midday, the six battleships bearing the North German naval jack began their bombardment of Alexandria.<br/><br/>Concurrently, transport ships bearing 4,000 men of Prussia and 2,000 of the other German states were making for shore, where they were to establish a beachhead.<br/><br/>Tough fighting was anticipated, but they had the Krupp, and the Egyptians had not.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ludwig Windthorst<br/><br/>The City of Hanover<br/>Kingdom of Prussia<br/>North German Confederation<br/><br/>21. April. 1881</span></span><br/><br/>Bismarck finished the last of his tea, and rose from his seat. They sealed the agreement with a handshake, as was proper in Western and German society, before Windthorst walked him to the corridor. ""How fares the young prince?""<br/><br/>""Growing. He's off for his first visit on his own in Scandinavia. Still too preoccupied with the fleet.""<br/><br/>""Well, tell him we have much to discuss. His ideas on government are intriguing, as always.""<br/><br/><br/>*Apologies for the reserve. It is quite necessary*<br/>- State visit to France<br/>- Socialist Laws<br/><del>- Seeking a majority</del><br/><del>- Conservative-Centre coalition</del><br/><del>- 57 dead in Egypt</del><br/><del>- Military intervention in Egypt</del><br/>- Visit to Mongolland<br/>- Pan-German agitation"
14275,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381&start=25,2014-12-23T00:37:00,The Emerald Dragon,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">State of the Ryukyu</span></div><br/><br/>The shock that followed the assassination of the Frankish leader was... stunning to say the least. An elected leader. Killed. In. Broad. Daylight. At. A. Place. Surrounded. By. Other. People?. Surely there must've been a mistake in the translation of the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Ryukyuan Sun</span>newspaper? Of course, the Council knew better and had already requisitioned a merchant vessel registered from Naha for an intelligence gathering operation. Four Agents of the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Ryukyuan Agency for Ryuko-Japanese Security </span>would be dispatched to Paris, their names were, Keitaro Nobu, Haruki Matsumoto, Ieyasu Ikegami and Kensuke Rose.<br/><br/>Once in Paris, they'd rent out an apartment where they'd operate from and observe any leads of the group, who the Council feared would encourage a similar hardline group in the Ryukyu Islands. Still, the Council was being careful to stop itself completely ignoring the citizen populace, who still held ultimate power. But... they guessed they could give themselves a bit of<br/>leeway because they were writing the Constitution at the time and it wasn't finished yet. That'd definitely need finishing within the next year.<br/><br/>Hopefully, the agents would capture an important figure and bring him to Naha itself for a potential questioning."
14276,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381&start=25,2014-12-23T00:40:00,Alleniana,"<span style=""font-style: italic"">Random Event</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Alexandria, Egypt</span><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">15/4/1881</span><br/>""The Sultan is dead! Long live al-Dumyat! Al-Iskandriyah is dead! Abu Bakr Mohammed al-Iskandriyah, dead at the age of 77! New sultan, Abdul Rahman ibn Haroun al-Dumyat has ascended to the throne! Long live the Mayor of Damietta, ascended, al-Dumyat! The sultan i-""<br/><br/>A smoking barrel quite literally pointed at the man, his face a mask of red for a second before he fell flat on his back. It was an incrimination, but not a dangerous one, at this time. A man in a red cape and with the greasiest of goatees lowered his arm, gun still in hand, though.<br/><br/>""This man is a traitor, and the words he speaks are wrong. The sultan is indeed dead, but the new sultan is the old sultan's son, as I am sure you are all aware is the custom. Botros Se- who the hell are you?!""<br/><br/>The newcomer, the crowd fearfully milling in a wide radius around him and the dead crier, dressed in black, was an impressive figure but no more impressive than the gold cloth-clad horsemen who had galloped into the square from one of the side streets. Despite the well-polished matchlocks they bore, though, and their scimitars covered in the sheen of sunlight abounding, the gunman stood aloof. Behind him, two men, one with a club and the other with a well-worn European musket of his own, stepped up.<br/><br/>""We are the guards of the palace, the troops of the Sultanate!""<br/><br/>Urging his jittery horse onwards a bit, he managed to recognise the crier he had hired.<br/><br/>""And this man carried out my orders, direct from the sultans, new and old! How dare you! I hereby...""<br/><br/>He almost looked as if he had forgotten his line, puzzle spreading across the white bearded officer's face upon his horse, and then a red rose silently spread across his chest, covered in silks. The horsemen behind him, in a flash, had prepared to fire, and now the crowd, already made nervous by a solitary shooting, went into full panic, screaming and shouting and fleeing into the streets, stalls torn down and everything trampled into the yellow dust.<br/><br/>""Take care of them.""<br/><br/>Two more confused faces appeared, but this time, before they were shot. The cloak-clad fellow fled into the panic, dodging behind a stall full of okra, leaving his two not-so-bright henchmen to use their few seconds left on earth to figure out that he had deserted them, sold them for time, left them for dead.<br/><br/>A crack turned their bodies limp, one that also saw the cobbles dented and everything from cloth to wood to flesh torn around them amongst the Alexandrians, and then they rode on, crushing their so recently brawny bodies into a muscled pulp, pursuing the fellow who had shot a messenger and an officer.<br/><br/>Like some bizarre comedy, the messenger defeated by the man in the cape and the man in the cape defeated by the horsemen, the tables were turned once again. The soldiers on their mighty beasts charged forward, hooves smashing overturned carts and furniture and pushing aside the turbulent mass into which the offender had fled, and then suddenly they found themselves on the opposite end of a charge of townsfolk, they ignored but for pushing and shoving. And then, when they saw the elephant, a bronze artillery piece mounted on its back, two columns of infantry from Damietta and Cairo behind it, they too turned and fled, destroying many a spine, arm and leg under their retreat.<br/><br/>As the invading army came into contact with the city's meagre garrison, so much of it siphoned off to the Suez area for stability, not thinking the capital might be under danger, the city itself began to burn, from harbour to harbour, sea to lake. Gunfire, of course, broke out, mixed with shoddy artillery pieces firing off, swords clashing, buildings collapsing as their supports burned out, and screams of people watching as the supports of society burned out too. For all the sultan's weakness, he had never been inept as so to be completely blind, insensitive to the international situation. But as the followers of Benghazi, Tobruk, Cairo and Damietta broke into warfare, funded by the mysterious foreigner of the Sahara and the robber barons of the south, they cared not. They craved glory, recognition. Their heads swelled with the thought of their independent state, oblivious of anything outside of it.<br/><br/>Already, as news spread of what scanty order there remained in Egypt, foreign powers tensed, got ready, Suez perhaps threatened and a potential colony in turmoil. The sultan's son watched his advisors and ministers panic, the pretender claiming his abdication doing the same but with less competent and less knowledgeable underlings. Swathes declared their independence, from Benghazi to the ""Funj"", and between a pale, gormless pretender promising independence willy-nilly and a near-boy, the legacy of a country rotting thrown upon him, Egypt came to ruin. Much was yet to be decided, and much was to be done, but perhaps, it would be said with certainty, already, that Egypt burned.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""ORBAT""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Supporters of Abdul Rahman ibn Haroun al-Dumyat, Mayor of Damietta, for the throne<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Mayor of Damietta, Alexandria</span> (supports own claim)<br/>1,000 musket footsoldiers attacking Alexandria<br/>1,000 dragoons attacking Alexandria<br/>500 elephant mercenaries attacking Alexandria<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Mayor of Benghazi, Benghazi</span> (is to be granted independence alongside Tobruk)<br/>500 city guard, fortified in Benghazi <br/>1,000 musket militia, marching towards Tobruk<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Emir of Tobruk, Tobruk</span> (is to be granted independence alongside Benghazi)<br/>250 musketeers, fortified in Tobruk<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Barons of the Cataracts</span> (are to receive various privileges such as execution of the sultan's son)<br/>5,000 spear militia, marching towards Cairo<br/>2,500 town guard, fortified in Asyut<br/>7,500 light camels, riding towards Suez<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord of the Sahara</span> (is to be granted many commercial rights)<br/>Non-combatant<br/><br/>Supporters of Botros Sem al-Iskandriyah, son of late Sultan Abu Bakr Mohammed al-Iskandriyah, for the throne<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Son of the Sultan, Port Said</span> (supports own claim)<br/>250 camel muskets, defending Alexandria<br/>500 grenadiers, fortified in Port Said<br/>250 bayonet militia, fortified in Port Said<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Governor of Cairo</span> (hopes to become authority behind the crown and dislikes fringes like Benghazi and the Barons)<br/>2,500 city guard fortified in Cairo<br/>1,000 cuirassiers, riding towards Alexandria<br/>2,500 musketeers, marching towards Alexandria<br/>1,000 musket militia, marching towards Suez<br/>5,000 infantry mercenaries, marching towards Asyut<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Red Sea Governor</span> (has close personal ties)<br/>500 city guard, fortified in Suez<br/>1,000 grenadiers, marching towards Damietta<br/>1,000 musketeers, marching towards Damietta<br/>500 light camel, marching towards Alexandria<br/><br/>Battles: <br/>Sack of Alexandria - 15/4/1881 - ???, won by ???</div></div></div>"
14277,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381&start=25,2014-12-23T00:41:00,The Kingdom of Glitter,"<div align=""center""><div style=""margin-left:75px; margin-right:75px; margin-bottom:5px; margin-top:5px""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><hr/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/b/b6/Coat_of_Arms_of_Valencia_%28Spain%29.svg/225px-Coat_of_Arms_of_Valencia_%28Spain%29.svg.png""/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">The Dual Kingdom of Catalonia and Naples</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 130%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #BF0000"">El Dual Regne de Catalunya i Nàpols</span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #FFBF00"">To Arms!</span></span><br/><span style=""color: #FFBF00""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Barcelona, Catalonia| April 18th 1881 Anno Domini</span></span><br/><br/><hr/></blockquote></div></div><br/><br/>News of the unrest in Egypt had quickly reached the ear of the Prime Minister. He petitioned the King to call am emergency session of the Royal Assembly, and the King granted his request. Quickly the Royal Assembly filled with politicians questioning why exactly they were awoken at such an early hour. The Prime Minister, along with the King, the Minister of War, and several various leading generals, quickly walked into the Senate, the house that would be required to pass to pass any form of a declaration of war.<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Gentlemen!</span>"" the Prime Minister boomed. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">The time has come for our nation to establish our dominance over the Mediterranean once and for all! Recently, the Sultanate of Egypt has descended into complete and utter civil war, and we are going to end this civil war by absorbing them into our glorious nation!</span>""<br/><br/>Cheers burst out from the seats that housed the members of the Liberal Party.<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">We have already begun the process of mobilizing our forces in order to stabilize Albania. So, the process of ferrying troops to Egypt will be much easier for us. As soon as this Senate passes the declaration of war on Egypt, 60,000 men will march from Tunis and Gramanate for Benghazi, while we send 30,000 from Catalonia and Naples for Alexandria. This war shall be won easily, and our dominance made forever known to those whose coastlines lie on this sea.</span>""<br/><br/>Further applause and cheers broke out now from most members of the Senate.<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Shall we take a vote then?</span>""<br/><br/>The Senate then voted if they wanted to declare war on the Sultanate of Egypt. An overwhelming three forths majority vote returned, and the King signed the declaration.<span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Dual Kingdom was now at war with Egypt.</span><br/><br/><div align=""center""><div style=""margin-left:75px; margin-right:75px; margin-bottom:5px; margin-top:5px""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><hr/><br/><span style=""color: #FFBF00""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Tripoli, Tunis and Gramanate| April 18th 1881 Anno Domini</span></span><br/><br/><hr/></blockquote></div></div><br/><br/>In the early hours of the morning a telegram arrived at the Colonial Command Headquarters in Tripoli. General Salvador Dalí was awoken by his aide.<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Pardon me, General. But this has just come in from Barcelona.</span>""<br/><br/>The general slowly got himself out of bed to receive the letter.<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Thank you, Mercè. But word from Barcelona at this hour can only mean one thing.</span>""<br/><br/>He sat down at his desk and read the telegram.<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Ah yes I was right, war! I must be off now, Mercè. Lots to do. Send word to the forts and garrisons across this colony. We must mobilize and head for Benghazi at once.</span>""<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Catalan ORBAT""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Royal Catalan Army</span><br/>13,000 Riflemen head for Alexandria <br/>5,000 Dragoons head for Alexandria <br/>2,000 Batteries head for Alexandria <br/>15,000 Garrisons/Reserves are mobilized <br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Royal Army of Naples</span><br/>6,000 Riflemen head for Alexandria <br/>2,000 Dragoons head for Alexandria <br/>2,000 Batteries head for Alexandria <br/>5,000 Garrisons/Reserves are mobilized <br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Royal Army of the Isles</span><br/>7,000 Riflemen head for Benghazi <br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Colonial Army of Tunis and Gramante</span><br/>45,000 Riflemen head for Benghazi<br/>10,000 Dragoons head for Benghazi <br/>5,000 Batteries head for Benghazi <br/>15,000 Garrisons/Reserves are mobilized</div></div></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin-left:75px; margin-right:75px; margin-bottom:5px; margin-top:5px""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/b/b6/Coat_of_Arms_of_Valencia_%28Spain%29.svg/200px-Coat_of_Arms_of_Valencia_%28Spain%29.svg.png""/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">TO THE SWISS-PIEDMONTE FOREIGN RELATIONS OFFICE</span></span><br/>From the Dual Kingdom's Relations Department.</div><hr/><br/>I happily accept your invitation to discuss the future of our great region in Genoa. I will be in attendance, along with the Assistant Minister of Foreign Relations, Feliu Castell. <br/><br/>May we prosper as a region hand in hand.<br/><br/>Signed, <br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Guifré Vilaró</span>, Foreign Minister <br/><br/><hr/></blockquote></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin-left:75px; margin-right:75px; margin-bottom:5px; margin-top:5px""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/b/b6/Coat_of_Arms_of_Valencia_%28Spain%29.svg/200px-Coat_of_Arms_of_Valencia_%28Spain%29.svg.png""/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">TO PORTUGAL, PONTUS, AND JUDEA</span></span><br/>From the Dual Kingdom's Relations Department.</div><hr/><br/>Dearest of Brothers,<br/><br/>Recently, our nation has declared war on the Sultanate of Egypt. I now must call on you to honor your agreements with our realm and join us in arms against the Egyptians. <br/><br/>United we are strong. <br/><br/><hr/></blockquote></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin-left:75px; margin-right:75px; margin-bottom:5px; margin-top:5px""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/b/b6/Coat_of_Arms_of_Valencia_%28Spain%29.svg/200px-Coat_of_Arms_of_Valencia_%28Spain%29.svg.png""/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">TO THE FRANKISH FOREIGN RELATIONS OFFICE</span></span><br/>From the Dual Kingdom's Relations Department.</div><hr/><br/>It is with utter disgust that we condemn the most horrific act that took the life of your most noble president. <br/><br/>Your nation has the sympathy of every man and woman who calls the Dual Kingdom home, and we most certainly wish that you find and eliminate and further threats to your government. <br/><br/>May God aid you in your quest to route out this evil, and protect you from the same evil that took the life of a great man. <br/><br/><hr/></blockquote></div>"
14278,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381&start=25,2014-12-23T01:21:00,Sveltlana,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://fc05.deviantart.net/fs70/i/2014/355/c/5/arms_of_kalmar_scandinavia_by_vengarl-d8alz8o.png""/><br/><span style=""font-size: 250%; line-height: 116%;"">K</span><span style=""font-size: 180%; line-height: 116%;"">ALMARUNIONEN</span> <span style=""margin-left: 5px;""><span style=""font-size: 250%; line-height: 116%;"">S</span><span style=""font-size: 180%; line-height: 116%;"">KANDINAVIEN</span></span><div style=""margin-left:75px; margin-right:75px; margin-bottom:5px; margin-top:5px""><hr/></div><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 130%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #004080"">Chapter Two: Hjerteknuser</span></span><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;"">14th of January, the year 1881.</span></span></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""- DRAMATIS PERSONAE -""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-size: 85%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Note: the simplest versions of the characters' names are used.</span></span><br/>Gustaf IV Akilles von Wittelsbach, <span style=""font-style: italic"">deceased King of Scandinavia</span><br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;"">Kristina Vasa, <span style=""font-style: italic"">his widow</span></span><br/><span style=""margin-left: 50px;"">Kristina v.W., <span style=""font-style: italic"">their eldest daughter</span></span><br/><span style=""margin-left: 50px;"">Adelheid v.W., <span style=""font-style: italic"">their second daughter</span></span><br/><span style=""margin-left: 50px;"">Elise v.W., <span style=""font-style: italic"">their third daughter</span></span><br/><br/>Per Isak Nordahl, <span style=""font-style: italic"">Count of Västerås; Lord High Chancellor</span><br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;"">Karin Grip, <span style=""font-style: italic"">his wife; Countess of Västerås</span></span></div></div></div><br/><br/>(note to all - RP delegations in your next post after this one)<br/><br/><div style=""margin-left:75px; margin-right:75px; margin-bottom:5px; margin-top:5px""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/OnigblY.png?1""/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">AN OPEN LETTER FROM SCANDINAVIA</span><br/>To all civilized nations of the world.</span></div><hr/><br/><br/>It is with grief that this missive is sent to all the civilized nations of the world. The King of the Kalmar Union of Scandinavia, the esteemed Gustaf Ferdinand Magnus IV Akilles von Wittelsbach and Vasa, Ruler of the Nordic Realm and Protector of all Scandinavians, has passed to the great beyond, leaving in this world a widow and three grieving daughters.<br/><br/>All are invited to attend the funeral of our late monarch, which shall take place the 20th of April, the next month. Accommodations shall be provided for all delegations in the luxurious <span style=""font-style: italic"">Tre Kroner</span> hotel in Stockholm, a short distance from the Royal Palace and the Stockholm Cathedral, where a service shall begin on the appointed day.<br/><hr/></blockquote></div><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">-- THE ROYAL PALACE; STOCKHOLM --</span></div><br/>No less than half-a-dozen dresses lay thrown in the ground, their pale and dark shades mixing the color of the wooden floor much like the different-hued components of a salad. Christine, the Crown Princess, was at the mirror, trying a million and one ways in which to do her hair, not a single one of which satisfied her. Her dextrous hands shuffled her healthy blonde curls into impossible shapes, but always upon looking at herself again in the mirror, she would release the whole arrangement in frustration. And then, she remembered that it was a funeral she was going to and not a ball! If she wasn't sure that her two maids were outside, knowing exactly what she was feeling like and having felt that feeling before, Christine would have unleashed an earth-rending scream of utter irritation that would have sundered the foundations of the enormous palace. She opened another wardrobe and looked clear through her hats and veils, without finding that single,<span style=""font-style: italic"">optimus</span>one that would fit her spiffingly.<br/><br/>Oh, cursed be the universe! Rather than looking at her best when meeting that handsome blue prince, Wilhelm of Hohenzollern, she would be forced to look black and drab, nullifying the beauty of her sparkling eyes, tender pink skin, and round Swedish features.<br/><br/>As if jumping from a sinking ship into the ocean and acknowledging the inevitable, Christine opened the door and beckoned the two maids to come in. For no less than a few hours, the three women fussed over Christine's appearance until at last she was prepared. This is what she would look like for the funeral, and it wasn't all that bad. One of the maids made a quick sketch.<br/><br/><div style=""margin-left:75px; margin-right:75px; margin-bottom:5px; margin-top:5px""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/4/4d/Stockholm_vapen_bra.svg/120px-Stockholm_vapen_bra.svg.png""/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">TO THE BOER FOREIGN RELATIONS OFFICE</span></span><br/>From the Kalmar Foreign Relations Department.</div><hr/><br/>In the name of the Kalmar Monarchy, I, the Scandinavian Chancellor hereby express the Scandinavian nation's interest in investing in the project that the Boer Government has thus far made open, the project of the construction of the port of Harbon.<br/><br/>Furthermore, I am certain that a large number of enterprising capitalists within the Kalmar Monarchy will be delighted to further participate in the project along the Scandinavian government.<br/><br/>In order to learn more about this project, I would voice the interests of the Kalmar Monarchy in inquiring about the possibilities of receiving more information about the project itself, and following the approval of the soon-to-be crowned Crown Princess, we will rapidly dispatch representatives in order to accomplish this investment.<br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/tuGs3e9.png""/><br/><br/>P.I. Nordahl<br/>Lord High Chancellor<br/><br/><hr/></blockquote></div>"
14279,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381&start=25,2014-12-23T05:21:00,Altito Asmoro,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.flyingcolours.org/uploads/product_imgs/3c654b5d07.png""/></div><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">April 12nd, 1881</span></span></div><br/><br/>The Military is in process of expanding its arms industry. Some Portugal companies are still in Colombia, and with cooperation, Arms Industry of Colombia will be able to expanded. Portugese aid is highly regarded as the only way to protect Colombia's national interest as well as Portugal's benefits from South America. In regards to that, but without the time needed to make the proposal, for now the Ministry of Economy will reevaluates the roles of Portugese in the Colombia's national interest, economy, and military.<br/><br/>On the other hand, Gran Colombia publicly declared its sponsorship to the Antarctic expedition to the nearest Globe Broadsheet in South America to messages its declaration to the man himself, courtesy of explorer and prominent international personality Jean de Raffeteu. Gran Colombia hoped that this expedition could fruit into early investment in South Pole, and if any, an early advantage to the national interest. Audition for the men able to be in expedition is start."
14280,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381&start=25,2014-12-23T06:22:00,Liecthenbourg,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://s30.postimg.org/tbaomw9y9/Flag_of_Quebec.jpg""/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #000080"">Les Etats-Unis de Nouvelle France<br/>Les Rocheuses, Montagne, Nouvelle France</span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Chapter 2: Faith (and Explosions) Can Move Mountains<br/>21st of April, 1881 AD</span></span></div><br/><hr/><br/><br/>""Pierre"" Guillame said into the darkness, his lantern's flame flickering brightly and illuminating his face, giving him a warm orange hue.<br/><br/>""Oui?"" came the raspy response followed by a cough of soot.<br/><br/>""Is it done?""<br/><br/>A rustle came from in front of him and soon the face of his comrade was visible, his face blackened with the power and dust of the tunnel. He responded with a nod and both soldiers quickly began their sprint towards the station constructed near their location. Before long, a locomotive had begun moving them away from the dead end they were in. As on queue, the tunnel itself shook slightly, an explosion came from the dead end and it was soon followed by a bright light piercing that end of the tunnel. They had done it. A tunnel, spanning from the Nouvelle France province of Montagne to the sparsely populated regions of inland California and it cut straight through Les Rocheuses. In truth, the railway only cut through the mountain in her last stretch of the journey, a few kilometres at best whereas the rest was built alongside mountain paths and so forth before even coming close to the relatively uninhabited stretches of land. In recent decades however, ambitious settlers had settled this rather empty but claimed land.<br/><br/>So when ""reports"" came from this wild frontier that several Nouvelle Francais had been assaulted, the Government had stepped in personally. The construction of this rail way tunnel was to ensure the protection of the citizens of the nation. Many would've assumed that this was in word only, but many were wrong. The government had done as it said it would and now this rail way was to be for the sole purpose of, as the President had put it ""To ensure the safety of our people in these lands that are, in technicality, that of the Californians but are relatively unsettled save from our own ambitious individuals. If need be, the military itself will be involved."" Involved it had gotten, General Michel Baie had been in charge of the detonations across the Montagne that would create this tunnel. He was a famed expert on controlled demolitions and his expertise was well used. In the few months he had needed to complete his project he had ended up with 60,000 infantry, 4,000 cavalry, roughly 104 maxim guns and approximately 240 artillery pieces.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #000080""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Le Sénat, Ville de Quebec, Quebec</span></span></span></div><br/><br/>""And so"" Dupont began, reading from the document that had been placed in front of him. ""In a unanimous vote, we, as a Democracy, have voted in favour of the proposition put forward by our President. It is the necessary course of action -<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Due to the settlement of several Nouvelle Francais on that side of the Rocheuses, the Government of Nouvelle France sees it as her duty to allow these civilians of our nation to remain united with their brethren. The land may, in technicality belong to the Californians but their lack of a population render much of the land useless and thus we see it as our duty in the name of the Lord to use what he gave to us""</span>- . These are the words of our field marshals in the area. The Californians cannot provide adequate protection for our people in these lands. We have a duty to our own people - we are also the greatest power here in the North American Continent. To solidify our position and to show that we can protect our people, because we have to do so, we only have one solution. War.""<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://s28.postimg.org/mch62vbe1/Coat_of_Arms_of_Quebec.png""/><br/>To: The Foreign Office of California<br/>From: Jean-Baptiste Leclerc, President of Les Etats-Unis de Nouvelle France</div><br/><br/>Dearest Receiver of this Missive.<br/>Due to increasing unrest amongst reports we have most graciously received from the Western Rocheuses we are officially declaring war upon your nation.</blockquote><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""ORBAT""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">60,000 Infantry - Eastern Fringes of California<br/>4.000 Cavalry - Eastern Fringes of California<br/>104 Maxim Guns (And crews) - Eastern Fringes of California<br/>260 Artillery Guns (And crews) - Eastern Fringes of California<br/><br/>Regiments will probably be expanded in posts and later.</div></div></div>"
14281,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381&start=25,2014-12-23T10:28:00,Senkaku,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.crwflags.com/fotw/images/m/mn_emp_2.gif""/><br/><span style=""font-size: 250%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ikh Mongol Uls</span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">All Under the Blue Sky, Chapter Three: Den of Serpents</span></span></div><br/><hr/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.duskyswondersite.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/guilin-24.jpg""/><br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://vimeo.com/114350322"" rel=""nofollow"">Limestone Pinnacles near the Li River, Guangxi</a></div><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-size: 70%; line-height: 116%;"">""<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KJ_HHRJf0xg"" rel=""nofollow"">If my body dies, let my body die, but do not let my country die.</a>""<br/>-Genghis Khan<br/></span></span><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Khanbaliq<br/>The Golden Orchid Court<br/>The Chancellery<br/></span><br/><hr/><br/><br/><br/>""You look awfully good,"" the khagan grunted, ""for a man who's past seventy and just had the fight of his life last night.""<br/>Zhao Xian bowed, giving a slight smile. ""Not the fight of my life, lord khan. That was many years ago. But trust me, beneath the silk, these old bones are... rather achy,"" he said dryly.<br/>The Chancellor snorted. ""Tell him the truth."" He looked at the khagan, amused. ""He had to get two servants to help him out of bed this morning because he was sore and his knees were flaring up again.""<br/>Xian raised an eyebrow. ""Now, now. We all age- this is the man who, at Jehol last year, stopped riding after ten miles because his legs were getting sore.""<br/>Ayan sulked slightly. ""That deer was damn quick, and I'm still a sight better than you. In my prime-""<br/>The khagan interjected gently. ""If you're quite finished?""<br/>""Apologies, my lord,"" Xian said with a wide smile.<br/>Kublai grinned. ""Aging is hard- or, some nights, soft, I suppose."" Ayan and Xian both snorted as he continued, Ayan chuckling slightly. ""Anyways, what have we gotten from the surviving assassin?""<br/>Ayan and Xian instantly looked grim, and the Vice-Regent's voice was grave. ""I personally helped with the interrogation, and we were finally able to get some reasonably valuable information out of the man before he succumbed to his injuries and our techniques.""<br/>Ayan interjected. ""He says, my lord, he is a member of the Yihetuan, hired by... a certain person in the court... to kill the Vice-Regent.""<br/>""Who are the Yihetuan? And who was this person who hired them?""<br/>Xian's face now looked like carved granite. ""The Yihetuan are an underground group, following a hyperconservative ideology that seeks to purge the Empire of Western influence and create a new union, where all races and peoples of Asia can join under one banner to defeat Western imperialism and our own corruption. Essentially, they are rebels, seeking the overthrow of your majesty.""<br/>""Who were they hired by?""<br/>""Sire, I would not recommend you ask me that question. I feel as your adviser it would be, as of now, an unnecessary burden and a threat to your judgement to-""<br/>""Who?,"" Kublai growled, suddenly stern.<br/>Ayan spoke up, his face set.<br/>""The Prince Zaichun.""<br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Viceroyalty of Chagatai<br/>Kyrgyzland Province<br/>Outside Bishkek</span><br/><hr/><br/><br/><br/><br/>""There's a rebel mortar position one valley over, dropping shells on our troops in this village here. The road to Kashgar runs directly through here, and we've got troops on it, but as the captain of your guard, Viceroy, I would advise against it.""<br/>Faisal Sajadi, Viceroy of Chagatai, Governor of Kashgar, and also Governor of Bishkek, frowned, biting his lip, as he looked at the map.<br/>""I agree- I don't want to be blown to pieces by a shell. Didn't Batukhan send soldiers up the Kashgar road before he was removed?""<br/>""Khanbaliq informed us 40,000 riders were marching from Kashgar, but I suspect prior to his dismissal Batukhan ordered some or most to turn back. My reports say there are about 15,000 troops, only around 2,500 real riders, and they've stalled forty miles east of here, because they can't get through a pass that's heavily defended by your own people, the Tajiks.""<br/>""Are the rebels there aware I am now Viceroy?""<br/>""They are not.""<br/>""Find a way to inform them. If I am to get to Kashgar in any reasonable amount of time, I don't want to have to take a pass. This is frustrating enough. Now, if we send Acigecalr and his Jurchens over the top of this ridge, they'll be able to fire down onto the mortars and take them out.""<br/>Su Fan gave the Viceroy a surprised look. ""Not a bad suggestion, sir. I hadn't even noticed that."" He hurried out of the command yurt, shouting orders, and Faisal Sajadi paced around the map, listening to the thunder of distant cannonfire and the pop of muskets and rifles.<br/>He was going to Kashgar, and he was going to break this damned rebellion on the way.<br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Tianjin<br/>SS <span style=""font-style: italic"">Chevalier Bleu</span><br/></span><br/><hr/><br/><br/><br/><br/>Temür, fifth son of Kublai, his second by his concubine Lady Shen Chang, Imperial Prince of the Second Rank and Lord of Changchun, had just had a mind-blowing orgasm with two extremely flexible and very curvaceous girls and was so drunk on rice wine and high on opium he could scarcely see, when he had been taken out of the singing girl house by Imperial guardsmen and brought back to the palace after a night hitting the town with several other of his friends, lords and princes all. There he had stayed for several hours, while a physician sobered him up, and he had been briefly summoned to a short convening of the imperial small council. They had informed him, quite calmly and abruptly, that he would be traveling to Scandinavia, to seek the hand of the future Scandinavian queen.<br/>Temür had not really had any reaction to this, nor had he any idea of how to process it. He went back to his rooms, got drunk again, didn't remember much of that evening (but knew it involved things that he hoped no one else remembered, either), and had spent the next day sobering up after his steward reminded him of the upcoming trip. While he'd recovered from his partying, his servants busily emptied his rooms, packing practically everything they could lay their hands on so he would have a comfortable trip. He had even had to explain to them that the gas fixtures for the lamps were not, in fact, charms built into the building by geomancers and that it would be unsafe to remove them.<br/>Then he'd said a quick goodbye to his father, a much longer goodbye to his mother, spoke briefly with the Chancellor, and was packed off to Tianjin. He was taking a Franque steamboat, specifically hired just for him, to Scandinavia- a place so distant Temür had to think about it for a moment when finding it on the map.<br/><br/>Temür lay back on his bed, wondering what on Earth he was about to sail into, and stared out the cabin window as the steamboat pulled away from the quay.<br/>Everything he had ever known began to dwindle rapidly, as the ship picked up steam, heading out into the Bohai.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Viceroyalty of Nanyu<br/>Jiangsu Province<br/>Shanghai<br/>Pudong<br/>Wu's Noodle House</span><br/><hr/><br/><br/><br/>""Well, my mole in the Grand Secretariat offers a very intriguing tidbit,"" Tai said. The Politburo was, once again, clustered around their usual corner table in Wu's Noodle House, discussing their plans and the Party in general.<br/>""Oh?,"" Ahmad said, and Bataar perked up, but did not say anything through a mouthful of fried shrimp dumpling.<br/>""Apparently, the Yihetuan tried to assassinate the Vice-Regent.""<br/>""What?""<br/>Bataar nearly spat out his dumpling at Takeshi's outburst, taking a swig of kumiss to avoid choking.<br/>Takeshi said, more quietly, ""What happened?""<br/>""Yihetuan assassins attacked Vice-Regent Zhao in his quarters. All were killed but one, who died under questioning. The rumor is they were hired- or some say volunteered- to kill him for the Crown Prince.""<br/>There were raised eyebrows around the table, and Bataar laughed.<br/>""Perhaps the imperial court will do our work for us. Regardless, comrades, we must...""<br/><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">POST SUMMARY:</span><br/><br/><br/>-The Vice-Regent's assassination may be attributable to the Crown Prince, but no action has yet been taken and the information has not been released except outside a very small circle.<br/>-Chagatid Viceroy Sajadi is making his way from Bishkek, his previous posting, to Kashgar, and on the way carrying out a campaign against the Kyrgyz rebellion.<br/>-Prince Temür, Kublai's fifth son, is being sent to Scandinavia to try and win the hand of whoever the Scandinavian Crown Princess is. Temür is actually intelligent and nice (and very good-looking), but he's a bit of a partier and somewhat irresponsible. He has also, (interesting side fact) done some fighting in Kyrgyzland, sent by his father probably as some coming-of-age thing or something. He's got a bunch of servants, a few officials, and an agent from the Grand Secretariat with him, plus some guards.<br/>-The Communist Party is not doing a whole damn lot, but they're plotting and laying their organizational base."
14282,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381&start=25,2014-12-23T12:59:00,Carathon,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #FFBF00"">Status Pontificius</span></span></span></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/9/9c/Emblem_of_Vatican_City_State.svg/337px-Emblem_of_Vatican_City_State.svg.png""/><br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 130%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #FFBF00"">The Papal States</span></span></span><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""color: #000001""><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">On the day of my appointment, I came face to face with the Holy Father. His gray eyes immediately caught my gaze and with his angelic white Papal robes flowing in the wind, the older man strode towards me. He looked me up and down, and after a moment of deep pondering, inquired to me 'Do I have any reason to doubt your loyalty, soldier?' I, of course responded that I had loyalty to no man, nor creed except that of God and his holy book. Slowly, but surely a rueful smirk spread across his face. I was confused as he pulled me close, and pointed to a red-robed Cardinal in the distance.<br/><br/>'Do you see Cardinal Richardo de Cerzano there, child?' Still baffled, I offered a weak nod in return. 'He is a good man of god, no?' Once again, my throat feeling as if it was sand paper and my mouth dry, I could do naught but motion my head up and down like one of those delightful children's toys. His smirk now turned to an almost gleeful grin, he whispered quietly to me, as if we were old friends. 'He routinely fucks his mistresses in the confession booths and can be found more oft under a strumpet's skirts then in prayer. The only thing that is holy to him, is coin.' <br/><br/>I looked to him in awe. 'Surely God would not let such a man, founded in sin and bribery to assume such a high seat in representing his voice and will?' This time, the Holy Father could not resist guffawing out-loud, drawing several glares from a passing group of nuns. He was now so close that I could smell the putrid stench of wine on his breath.<br/><br/><br/>'Silly child, how do you think I was elected to the supreme pontificate?' </span></span></span></span></blockquote></div><br/><br/>-<span style=""font-style: italic""> Excerpt from the memoirs of Captain Hans Adenaur of the Swiss Guard. </span><br/><br/><br/>Chapter 1<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;"">The World Goes Mad </span></span></div><br/><table border=""1"" cellpadding=""0"" cellspacing=""0"" width=""85%""></table><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Status Pontificius<br/>The Holy City of Rome</span></span><br/><br/>When the Minister of Justice, Alfonso Lombardi came upon the poor quarters, his eyes nearly popped out of his socket. There, the Swiss Guards grimly manned barricades against tides of Roman civilians. Many carried roughly sewn tri-colours and nearly all of the men - many of which were armed with axes and old muskets - wore cockades proudly in their caps. And upon a overturned wagon, several men whipped the crowd into a frenzy with words speaking of liberty, national unity and democracy under the green, white and red flag. Briefly sputtering in disbelief, the Minister of Justice turned to a nearby Swiss Guardsman slack-jawed. ""W-..w-what in the bloody name of God is going on here?"" He finally managed to cough out. The Swiss Guardsman, apparently a officer of some sort, barked orders in French whilst his men continued to hold the barricades. He glanced to to the Minister of Justice, and roughly spoke in his native language. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Les libéraux font à nouveau une histoire damnés.</span>""<br/><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/a/aa/Rossetti_-_Proclamazione_della_Repubblica_Romana,_nel_1849,_in_Piazza_del_Popolo_-_1861.jpg""/></div><br/><br/>The Minister of Justice looked at the man quizzically. Several other Swiss Guards laughed, before the Officer ordered them back to manning the barricades. Sighing, he turned back to the Papal Minister of Justice and began to spoke very slowly and carefully in Italian, treating the man as if he was a dullard. ""The damned Nationalists and Liberals are at it again. They're rambling on and on about failed harvests, and demanding......<span style=""font-style: italic"">adiminstrative</span>changes."" He lifted up his ceremonial Morion helmet to scratch the back of a thick mop of black hair. ""The only thing I know is that these blasted buggers nipped several of my men good - and they don't appear to be letting up anytime soon."" He briefly peered over the barricades at the rabble-rousers.<br/><br/>Alfonso exhaled, gathered his courage and spoke to the officer in his most formidable voice. ""Let me pass. I shall sooth my fellow country-men."" The Swiss Guard officer looked briefly surprised at the words of the man who he had assumed to be a coward like most other so-called men of the cloth. He soon recovered, and letting out a coarse laugh, gathering a contingent of Swiss soldiers, armed with rifles and halbreds, to guard the Minister of Justice as he gulped, and nervously moved pass the barricade.<br/><br/>Almost immediately, they were set upon by crowds of howling liberals, nationalists and socialists. The Swiss Guards, as skilled as they may have been, were pitifully outnumbered and it appeared the group would be butchered the very moment after setting foot from the protection of the barricade. But one of the men from atop the wagon, possessing a simple, if not stylish suit, a fashionable goatee and thoughtful blue eyes called to his fellow rabble-rousers.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">""Friends, Romans, Countrymen! Lend me your ears!""</span>From this line alone, Alfonso realized this man was well-read and he knew well that there was little more dangerous then a well-read man.<span style=""font-weight: bold"">""What great hypocrisy it would be, to demand freedom, elections and the natural right of a man being able to speak his mind without being crushed like a roach - and yet to set upon a man of the cloth like a pack of ravenous hounds when he asks the same of us? - I say let him speak."" </span><br/><br/>Suddenly the cries of -<span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Let him speak!</span></span>- echo'd throughout the restless crowd. Thusly the crowd receded, and Alfonso and his Swiss guard were spared from anything worse then jeers, shoves and being spit upon as they made their way to the over-turned wagon. With a vague smirk on his face, the well-read man personally helped Alfonso to the top of the wagon.<br/><br/>Alfonso cleared his throat, and began to speak. Of course, this being before the age of the mega-phone and other means of amplifying speech, his general message was reverberate from the front to the back of the crowd by the nudges and whispers of one man to the another behind him and so-on. By this means, were his words, polluted and filtered by misinterpretation and bias, eventually rallied throughout the masses.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Dear friends. I understand your needs, how your hearts cry out for freedom, and love and peace. How you yearn for reunification with your kin, and receive naught but the whip of tyranny in return. But this is not the path! Jesus Christ preached love and understanding for all his children - not this violence of looting, and over-turning wagons and burning and killing! I promise you - return to your homes and all crimes will be pardoned and I will act with all my ability and authority to petition the Holy Father for increased local autonomy, increased grain subsidies and what-ever else God's children are in want of.""</span></span>Alfonso desperately plead to the crowd, who gradually grew silent. For a moment, it appeared as if his appeal might work and this crisis may be averted.<br/><br/>Yet, the well-read man with the goatee let out a humorless laugh.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Yes! Let us all go back to our homes, to be arrested by the so-called Holy Father's tyranny and have our families exiled and our goods seized! The Papacy, allegedly speaking the word of God, does not respect thy neighbor, they do not give out alms freely to the starving masses, children forced to chew on bones as if dogs and the elderly, thin and skinny. They are content being the subjects of the foreign Tyrants of Naples and Catalonia. They grow fat whilst we starve. They call for us to fight amongst ourselves. They reject our god-given rights to have a say in who 'ought to rule us, and hide behind the word of God. These men are not holy - they have betrayed the word of god! They have committed the most grevious treachery by rejecting the word of God, who said all men were equal by hoarding power for themselves and spit upon the ideas of modesty, temperance and chasity!""</span></span>It suddenly dawned upon Alfonso that this man had never intended for the crowd to be calmed. The Minister of Justice was meant to be a sacrifice upon the altar of liberalism, a target to be verbally destroyed and then physically destroyed in order to further the frenzy of the crowd.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">""And do you know what was done to traitors? To the agents of Satan and Tyranny upon the ides of March so many scores and centuries ago?""</span></span>Alfonso knew what was about to happen, what was about to be inflicted upon him. Even before the rabid crowd grabbed the holy man by the ankles and dragged him to the cobblestone, he had made peace with himself. Like Thomas Becket of Canterbury, he offered himself a living sacrifice.<span style=""font-weight: bold"">""For the name of Jesus and the protection of the Church, I am ready to embrace death.""</span>He repeated the phase over and over again as stab, chop and blow came upon his body again and again, before a bill split his skull in two and sent him into the eternal darkness.<br/><br/>The Swiss Guards outside of the barricades were set upon by the crowd and murdered with their own arms. The Swiss and Papal Militia manning the barricades first used their ceremonial halberds to fend off the marauders, before resorting to the volleys of rifle-fire, which cut into the crowd with sickening screeches, rending bone from flesh and twisting sinew and tendon into bloody gore. The agitators responded with strikes of melee weapons and disorganized bursts of musket fire which had little affect.<br/><br/>At the end of the day, over one hundred protestors laid rotting in the streets, along with a dozen Swiss Guards and Papal Militia. The coalition of nationalists, liberals and socialists had taken most of the poor quarter of Rome but the Old Guard had fended them off.<br/><br/>For now.<br/><br/><table border=""1"" cellpadding=""0"" cellspacing=""0"" width=""85%""></table><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Vatican</span><br/><br/>Pope Innocent XIV from a stained glass window as plume after plume of smoke from the burning city flowed into the sky, combining into one giant tendril of blackness reaching into the heart of darkness.<br/><br/>""God help us."" Gasped out of his cardinals.<span style=""font-style: italic"">God is dead, you witless fool</span>the Pope almost wanted to lash out, but managed to restrain himself. He glanced to Captain Hans Adenaur, the second in command of the Colonel and Leader of the Swiss Guard and beckoned towards him. ""What is going on in the city? Tell me your men have it under control.""<br/><br/>Hans briefly glanced to several of the other Cardinals, and then to the Pope. ""Many..... agree with me when I say that our forces, down-graded and under-funded in recent years, may be incapable of holding back the dissidents. I suggest we request the Dual Kingdom for military ai-""<br/><br/>""No."" The Pope cut him off. ""They've already relegated me to little more then a prisoner in the Vatican and robbed the Kingdom of God of Romagna. What if their soldiers march into Rome, and decide they'd like to stay?"" Hans opened his mouth, but was cut off once more. ""You<span style=""font-style: italic"">will</span>handle it. Other-wise, what the bloody hell do I pay you cunts for?"" Several of the Cardinals appeared uncomfortable at such words coming from the Holy Father's mouth, but none spoke a word or objection.<br/><br/>Pope Innocent glanced to a messenger. ""Now, about those messages...""<br/><br/>Merzanno di Firenze, a portly man spoke up. ""The Dual Kingdom requests for us to pay for the damages in Albania, while the Swiss request for us to meet in Genoa."" Another Cardinal laughed out-loud. ""We hold the City of Rome, the greatest and most holy city in Italia and they ask for us to meet in some minor city that was probably a peat-bog hovel during the days when Rome was the envy of the world? The hubris!""<br/><br/>The Pope nodded. ""I agree, Cardinal, but we unfortunately have little choice. Merzanno, you will go to Genoa. Someone visit what-ever brothel Richardo is in and tell him he's going to Albania to over-see reconstruction."" A few Cardinals grumbled. ""Someone, give me a bloody pen and paper.""<br/><br/><table border=""1"" cellpadding=""0"" cellspacing=""0"" width=""85%""></table><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""color: #FFBF00"">Litteraeque a Status Pontificius</span></span></span><br/><table border=""1"" cellpadding=""0"" cellspacing=""0"" width=""85%""></table><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/c/c2/C_o_a_Niccolo_III.svg/250px-C_o_a_Niccolo_III.svg.png""/><br/><span style=""color: #FFBF00""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Deus Vult</span></span><br/><table border=""1"" cellpadding=""0"" cellspacing=""0"" width=""85%""></table></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">To The Dual Kingdom of Catalonia and Naples </span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">The Holy Father weeps for the poor souls afflicted by the work of the devil Albania. He prays for their safety, and would like to remind them their perseverance will be rewarded in heaven, and God looks kindly upon those who remains faithful to Him even in times of poverty and tragedy. The Church will gladly donate the sum of two-hundred thousand Roman Scudos to the afflicted in Albania to rebuild their churches and provide alms to the poor. <br/><br/>However, the Holy Father would like to call upon the pious of Catalonia and Naples, the Defenders of the Faith and their vast wealth to also aid in rebuilding Church properties and their duties in providing to the poor. <br/><br/>God Smiles upon Thee, Pope Innocent XIV<br/><table border=""1"" cellpadding=""0"" cellspacing=""0"" width=""85%""></table></span></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""color: #FFBF00"">Litteraeque a Status Pontificius</span></span></span><br/><table border=""1"" cellpadding=""0"" cellspacing=""0"" width=""85%""></table><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/c/c2/C_o_a_Niccolo_III.svg/250px-C_o_a_Niccolo_III.svg.png""/><br/><span style=""color: #FFBF00""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Deus Vult</span></span><br/><table border=""1"" cellpadding=""0"" cellspacing=""0"" width=""85%""></table></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">To The Confederation of Switzerland and Piedmont,</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">The Kingdom of Heaven upon Earth wishes for nothing more then peace in the Mediterranean, and as such will be most certainly sending a Papal Legate to Genoa and would like to commend you for such a initiative.<br/><br/>God Smiles upon Thee, Pope Innocent XIV<br/><table border=""1"" cellpadding=""0"" cellspacing=""0"" width=""85%""></table></span></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Miscellaneous Actions:</span><br/><table border=""1"" cellpadding=""0"" cellspacing=""0"" width=""85%""></table><br/><br/>- The Pope commends the leaders of the CMA greatly for exempting the holy-men of the Catholic Church from combat military service. He promises that God will not forget such an act, and sends a piece of wood said to be a-part of Jesus Christ' cross as a gift.<br/>- Pope Innocent XIV releases an announcement that he is preparing to personally embark on a train whistle-stop tour across the Catholic Americas, beginning in New France, if they would have him.<br/>- Pope Innocent XIV releases another announcement, claiming the declaration of war upon the Egyptian barbarians to be a "" necessary evil "" and justified by God's will, as-long as civilization and true Christianity is spread to the darkness of heathen Africa.<br/>- The Papacy announces that the soul of President Louis Baptiste is currently residing in heaven, and that God damns the scoundrels who would take such a grievous action against their follow man."
14283,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381&start=25,2014-12-23T13:37:00,Paketo,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://pontosforum.fr.yuku.com/attach/ma/post-3-1245112207.jpg""/></div><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Amasya, Kingdom of Pontus<br/>April 18th 1881</span><br/><br/>The city of Amasya, the crown jewel of Pontus and her capitol. The city'swalls rise up out of the Antolian countryside and temples to the gods can be seen dotting the hills. The largest temple over looking the city was the temple of Pontus a next to it was the slightly smaller temple to Zeus Stratios (Zeus+Ahuramazda) who was the second most important deity to Pontus. The land outside the walls was dotted with small villages supplying the city with raw goods and foodstuffs.<br/><br/>The city was in a time of peace but that would not last for long. A lone rider rode hard through the city gates toward the imperial palace. He zipped through the city doing her best to avoid Any citizens on the roads of the city. Leaping over carts and dodging almost everything imaginable, the rider finally made it to the palace and began her way to the throne room climbing the many stairs and running through the passageways that lead to the room. The palace was certainly a large complex leading to the rider to be out of breath as she threw open the doors to the throne room.<br/><br/>The man sitting in the blue throne raised his scepter and turned towards the doors as the opened. ""Who dares?"" He yelled as his Persian style beard seemed to almost sway in the wind from the open windows. His crown prince Pontius wore a much calmer expression than the king though simply turning his eyes towards the door as did the queen. ""My king.....there....is a....telegram...from the....dual kingdom"" the messenger said pausing between words to catch her breath. She quickly gave the piece of paper to the king. ""The wires to the Capitol are still being fixed so I had to ride here from the coast to give the message to you"" she said bowing to the king. The king peered at the paper having his facial expression change a few times before he completed his reading of it. King Leon II handed it to Constantine before standing up and beginning to pace back and forth with a angry expression on his face.<br/><br/>""Invading Egypt and they want our troops to do it with them!! The nerve of those Catalans"" ranted Leon ""my father signed that agreement to protect Pontus from Greece and Nestoria and there is no way I can refuse this request because their protection is invaluable to Pontus"". The King continued ranting and until Pontius finally spoke up interrupting him. ""Father, we can use this to our advantage. Many of our people have come to accept Alexandria a holy site of the gods and since it is located in Egypt, we can claim the city for ourselves. The people will rejoice at how King Leon liberated the great city of Alexandria"" stated the prince in a calm voice. Th king stoked his beard for a moment ""yes yes, I like it. If we mobilize the reserves we can have 100,000 men within two weeks correct Pontius?"" Asked the king and Pontius nodded ""good. Messenger, ride back to the coast and give them these words to send to the Catalans in response. I, King Leon Pontus II of the kingdom of Pontus, will honor your call to arms against the Egyptians and will prepare a army of 12,000 in support of your operations......"". The messenger wrote everything down on a piece of paper within her bag and read it back to the king to confirm his words. ""Yes that is right messenger, now go take these words to the coast. Constantine, I leave the organization of the to you"" said the king resulting in a salute from Pontius and a hasty retreat by the messenger<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://pontosforum.fr.yuku.com/attach/ma/post-3-1245112207.jpg""/></div><br/><br/>To: The Foreign Ministries of the Dual Kingdom, the great protector of the Mediterranean <br/>From: His grace, Leon Pontus II of the Kingdom of Pontus<br/><br/>I, King Leon Pontus II of the kingdom of Pontus, will honor your call to arms against the Egyptians and will prepare a army of 12,000 in support of your operations. These men shall be mobilized and ready to begin operation in Egypt within a weeks time <br/><br/>King Leon Pontus II</blockquote><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Pontic ORBAT""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Pontius' Royal Guard <br/>-1500 Pontic line infantry<br/>-1000 Pontic heavy cavalry <br/>-500 artillery men <br/><br/>Cilicia light guard<br/>-500 Pontic skirmishes <br/>-1600 Pontic line infantry<br/>-700 Pontic light Calvary<br/>-200 Artillery men<br/><br/>Flames of Hestia<br/>- 2000 Pontic line infantry <br/>-400 Pontic heavy cavalry <br/>-600 artillery men <br/><br/>Zeus' flying column <br/>-1000 Pontic skirmishers<br/>-400 Pontic light cavalry <br/>-100 light artillery men <br/><br/>Flying Column of Zeus Stratios <br/>-1000 Pontic skirmishers<br/>-400 Pontic light cavalry <br/>-100 light artillery men</div></div></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Phasis, Kingdom of Pontus<br/>April 20th, 1881</span><br/><br/>""how much longer must we toil for that crazy king?"" yelled the young man of obvious turk background slamming his fist into the table ""how much longer will we allow these nobles to oppress us? We toil day in and day out in factories and in the farms while they live a easy life off of our hard work. We must rise up against these corrupt pigs"". Many shouts of agreement came out from the crowd gathered around the table but others seemed against the man's words. ""are you idiot Tabo?"" sneared a obviously persian man ""Zeus Stratios smiles down upon these rulers currently. You would dare to suggest to go against those who the gods favor?"". Almost everyone who had just been shouting jeers of agreement now fell silent as these words hit them. To go against the gods could mean death for all of them and a pitiful afterlife. ""The gods only smile down on those pigs because they offer great sacrifices using their wealth. We take them down and we can use their wealth afterwards to please the gods. Marks has outlined the perfect society in his manifesto, one where everyone is equal and free from these capitalistic pigs. It would be a crime for us not to rise and institute a change, it would be a crime not to make this society in Pontus"" shot back Tabu to the Persian.<br/><br/>the arguing continued back and forth dividing the new Marxist group into two factions. One who supported peacefully trying to institute a change to marxism or the whites and Pontus and one who wanted open revolt for the change or the reds. tensions flared between the two groups that night and it almost seemed that war was to come within the party before a revolt would come."
14284,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381&start=25,2014-12-23T15:23:00,Forty Twoania,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/qVLbgpM.png?1""/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">The Hellenic Republic</span></span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Athens</span><br/>The Republic had survived longer than many had dreamed bringing Greece into the modern age, which the decadent monarchy was't able to do in over 300 years. The Greek economy was booming as the textile industry grew around Constantinople but Greece still faced many issues. The Dual Kingdom was showing constant aggression towards Greece, forcing the Republic to rethink it's strategy to insure it's survival. With the vile Dual Kingdom to west and the vengeful Pontus to the east, the Greek parliament found the need to search for foreign support in order to insure it's independence. The Liberals in parliament advocated allegiance with Francia, whose values fit closely with the the values of the Republic, while these points were criticized by the radical conservatives and the ultra nationalist, the idea of closer ties with Francia prevailed and gained a majority in the Greek Parliament.<br/><br/>The Collapse of Egypt and the subsequent Catalan Invasion brought with it great worry to the Greek Parliament. In Egypt lived many Greek Coptics who were seen as brothers and sisters of the Greek nation unlike the Anatolian pagans. The Greek Coptics had settled up and down the Egyptian Coast making up a sizable portion of the population of Alexandra, Tobruk, and Cyrenaica were they had lived for hundreds of years. The Greek Parliament decided to stand strong against the Dual Kingdom in order to protects the rights of its people living abroad and insure that they would be treated justly. Greece would be attending the Genoa Conference<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Corfu</span><br/>The island of Corfu had been devastated by an earthquake. The casualties were believed to be in the thousands and many more were believed to have lost their homes. Tent Cities were popping up across the island and the adjacent bit of Greek Mainland, which had been afflicted with a tsunami spawned from the earthquake. After hearing news of the earthquake, the Greek Government was moved into action sending aid and troops to the devastated region in order to aid with the reconstruction of the region and to deter any of the Dual Kingdoms dreams of subjugating the entire region using the ""reconstruction"" of Albania as a cover. The Greek Government ordered that 10,000 troops were to be sent to Corfu and other affected parts of Greece in order to insure both the region reconstruction and the territorial integrity of Greece<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.e-a.gr/axaiaimages/ethno_F11168.png;jsessionid=D864166B1FA69EEC130875C6BA0A7509""/></div><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">To: The Republic Of Francia</span><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">The Parliament of the Hellenic Republic has shown interest in establishing a establish a treaty of friendship between our two nations. Our common values and our common goals in keeping the balance of power in the Mediterranean have lead the people of Greece to believe that closer ties between our two nation would be beneficial to both our nations. We are prepared to offer Francia permission to establish military installations in Greece, the lowering of tariffs in order to foster stronger economic ties between Francia and Greece, and of course full diplomatic support behind any of Francia's present and future ventures. In return all Greece expects is Francia's backing of Greek territorial integrity and when ever possible investment in Greece's growing economy<br/>Signed,<br/>Prime Minister of the Hellenic Republic<br/>Konstantinos Ciriaco</span></blockquote>"
14285,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381&start=25,2014-12-23T15:52:00,Sabara,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Palazzo Reale, Genoa<br/>Liguria Canton<br/>April 24th 1881</span><br/><br/>You shield your eyes as the sun infiltrates the large plantation shutters that adorn the central conference room. Huge chandeliers hang from the ceiling, and plush carpets cover the marble floor. In the middle of the room there is a small circular table surrounded by simple, wooden chairs - that's where you're sitting. You realize that the Palazzo Reale is truly as luxurious as claimed by those fickle Genoese.<br/><br/>Soon, your thoughts drift from your surroundings. Worries about how the Mediterranean nations might respond to some of your initiatives fill your stomach with butterflies. Representing Switzerland-Piedmont in one of it's first major home summits, it will be your job to eloquently portray the nation to a wide international audience. At least this shows the Chancellor's faith in you. Originally, Leon was going to be the sole representative, but the cabinet decided it would be more effective and formal if the Chancellor visited the meeting on the second day, with you (the Premier) as the main broker.<br/><br/>Suddenly, you hear the unmistakable noises of a horse-carriage. The flag adorning the top identifies it as the delegation from the Dual Kingdom. Your heartbeat races. It's almost time to begin.<br/><br/>(OOC:<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324734"" rel=""nofollow"">Main Thread</a>)"
14286,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381&start=25,2014-12-23T20:23:00,Bujahla,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><hr/><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/SPZi6Nf.png""/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 300%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""color: #0080FF"">Republic of Portugal</span></span></span><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""color: #40BF00"">A World Affair</span> | <span style=""color: #40BF00"">Chapter 2: Uma Potência Mundial</span></span></span></div><br/><hr/></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/2/29/Karl_Johan_1880s.jpeg""/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">A photograph of Nova Lisbosa (Sapporo), a predominantly Portuguese city in {Ezochi} (OOC: Need a Portuguese name for it)(</span></div></blockquote><hr/><br/><div style=""margin-left:75px; margin-right:75px; margin-bottom:5px; margin-top:5px""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">March 23rd | Lisbon, Portugal</span><br/><br/>The map laid desolate in the dark room. Light peered in through the slits of a window. It floated in the air before drifting down and settling on the ancient table. Sprawled out over it was a map of the Far East. It showed the colonies of Canton and Ezochi outlined in Portuguese Green. Ezochi is the island north of Mongolian Japan and the colony consists of it as well as the Kuril islands to the north. It was gained by the Portuguese in the Opium Wars. At first, it didn't seem like much. A set of islands north of Mongolian Japan? What was to be gained? It was separated from Honshu by a straight so it couldn't lead to further expansion. That was until it was explored and garrisoned the year after it was obtained. The environment was pristine and the gold that they found was numerous. This lead to immediate colonization and by 1849 it was officially a settlers colony with migration from Portugal as well as some state-sponsored migration. Since then, it has had an increasing Portuguese population that is almost outnumber the Ainu people (but not yet). Now, the governor of the Island wants to expand the control of the colony to the disputed Sakhalin to the Northwest. Claimed by both Mongolia and Portugal, the treaties of the Opium Wars never settled its status due to vague language. Both claim it but neither are active in it, thus leaving it essentially free land, but not for much longer. On March 20th, a Portuguese-Ainu trading post from Ezochi was established at Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk. This would be the first of many portuguese expansions into the area.<br/><br/>*BAM!* The door slammed open and the map quickly faded into obscurity. The two men sped into the room and shut the door as quickly as it was opened. The one stood a good 5'9"" with a long, dark beard and piercing eyes that glimmered in the sunlight. ""What do you mean that he knows?"" stammered the angered man. <br/>""Prime Minister.... Uhh---""<br/>""-- Spit it out already son. I don't have all day!"" <br/>""We couldn't find the incriminating evidence of you at the house. ""<br/>""Well where is it?""<br/>""Well, I don't know that, but we believe its because there is a file missing from the AG's office.""<br/>""How would you know if he's missing a file? Did you find it before he--""<br/>""After you killed him? A team of men searched his office. We knew he had the incriminating information and we were going to take from him. We couldn't find it however.""<br/>""Maybe he never had it? Maybe he wasn't coming after me? Oh lord, what if I had him assassinated and he wasn't a threat!""<br/>""There's no time for that sir. It doesn't matter. He knew too much and he was a threat to our establishment. You had no other choice, sir.""<br/>""You know, you're right. It doesn't matter, we had to remove him...""<br/>""Who will you have replace him? Surely there's no one in our party....""<br/>""I'm thinking of having De Castro become the next AG. It'd be a bold move to go across coalition lines, but it'd pay off. It'd look good, he's the best attorney in the government, and it'd remove the leader of the opposition.""<br/>""Isn't that risky sir? We still don't know where that file is sir.""<br/>""Well that's not a problem for now. Now I have an attorney general to replace. I'll let you be."" The Prime Minister patted the man on the back, opened the door, and left. Little did he know of how ironic his choice of appointment would be.</div><hr/><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://levantineheritage.com/i/cairo1.jpg""/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">A photo of Cairo before the start of the Egyptian Civil War, 1880. </span></div></blockquote><hr/><br/><div style=""margin-left:75px; margin-right:75px; margin-bottom:5px; margin-top:5px""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">April 18th | Lisbon, Portugal </span><br/><br/>The Minister of War looked over the notes in front of him. Briefings upon briefings. Maps of Egypt and the Mediterranean were scattered across the war table. His aids rushed around the room furiously bringing in new information and pinning it in place on the walls. Paper flew across the room. Shouts of new telegrams coming in. The room was a bloody mess. And in all this chaos stood the Minister of War, Daniel de Lima. A stocky 5'10"" he wore a bright, formal military uniform that was outfitted with pins and medals that commemorated his service across the republic. From Morocco to India he served in almost ever deployment possible. He was a crowned war hero and a fierce patriot. With little regret, he would die for his nation, and he would make it so his men felt the same way. He stood over the table and looked at the map of Egypt. The profits of the Nile were enormous, but if he was to join the coalition, they'd mostly go to Aragon, and very little to his nation. On the other hand, he could join on behalf of the Sultanate, a move that the British were likely to take up as well. Though this would seriously harm his relations with the DK. There was little Portugal could gain in the situation, so perhaps it wasn't worth the risks. <br/><br/>It was at this minute a messenger came into the room. He carried a brief case and an envelope. As directed by de Lima, he set the brief case by the table and gave him the envelope. In cased was a letter that was addressed to de Lima's eyes only. De Lima wasn't an inherently corrupt man, but his interests for what was ""best for portugal"" were very malleable. The letter he received was by Altair Cortes, the President of <span style=""font-style: italic"">Coronos Corporação</span>, the world's largest PMC. In it he argued that the Portuguese should send a small force to be lead by the DK's forces and that the Portuguese should fund the CC to invade and secure the Suez. In the briefcase was a significant sum of money. De Lima's family in Porto wasn't that well off due to the Long Depression and Cortes told him he should use the money to help them get back on their feet. This was an offer de Lima could not resist, sadly. He accepted and decided to send a small force to work for the DK while the CC would be paid to engage Port Said and secure the canal. <br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""ORBAT""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Portuguese Forces:</span><br/>- Portuguese Small Expeditionary Force | To be placed under DK's command<br/>--- 7,000 Riflemen <br/>--- 2,000 Dragoons<br/>--- 1,000 Batteries<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Coronos Forces:</span><br/>- Operação Suez<br/>--- 500 Elite Riflemen armed with <a class=""postlink"" href=""http://www.militaryfactory.com/smallarms/detail.asp?smallarms_id=365"" rel=""nofollow"">M-76</a><br/>--- 15,000 Standard Riflemen<br/>--- 4,000 Dragoons<br/>--- 2,000 Batteries<br/>--- 500 Moroccan Riflemen (nothing special here, just to denote origin)</div></div></div></div><hr/><br/><br/><br/>Post Summary:<br/>- Portuguese create a trading post in Southern Sakhalin<br/>- Chagas's men couldn't find the info that the AG held before they killed him.<br/>- Chagas is ironically considering crossing parties lines to make de Castro the Attorney General (dramatic irony)<br/>- Introduced the CC owned by Altair Cortes. Minister of War is Daniel de Lima. CC bribed de Lima to go to war in Egypt. Troops sent in."
14287,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381&start=25,2014-12-23T23:32:00,Alleniana,"<span style=""font-style: italic"">Random Event</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cairo, Egypt</span><br/>""Shit. All of them, lost? Shit.""<br/><br/>He batted a few more recent reports from within the city aside, and looked once again at the dog-eared parchment the now-deceased runner had delivered.<br/><br/>""Nearly 15,000 of them. Bloody hell. How many once we get a couple thousand more militia?""<br/>""Just over 15,000.""<br/>""And they've got all the riches of the Sahara propping their mercenaries up.""<br/><br/>The governor eyed the map, the most complete representation of troop numbers and movements in the war so far there was. Sure, Cairo was walled, but in this day and age, and with its antiquated fortifications, it meant little. It would be a hell of a fight, one they might not even win with the garrisons of their nearby allies called in. And, of course, Europe was getting ready to pounce, he the centrepiece of the arguably most legitimate side. The sultan, indeed, even now sat in a cold sweat, doing nothing by tasting his sherbet collection and sipping wines in terror. Of course, sitting in a room and attended by servants all paid for by him.<br/><br/>But two days ago, he had been sitting comfortably, administering what petty justice the citizenry wanted; bread and circuses, and not much of each. Now, panicked and tired, the man who'd barely touched a marshal's baton or officer's pistol in his life masterminded an entire military campaign. What the hell was going on? And what would come after?<br/><br/>The more he considered that, indeed, the more he dreaded it. The sultan, despite his legitimacy in every way, al-Dumyat's excuse as flimsy as any gutter trash, was inexperienced in every way, except perhaps in the medieval Arabic texts he so liked to study, and the luxuries he pigged out on, giving a belly ridiculously round for his age. Even with victory, he could not guarantee his own power, and there was nobody else who could guarantee it either. What was there to do? Though, to be fair, victory would be preferable to defeat any day.<br/><br/>""Pull up another few units of whatever you can. We need to overwhelm them, and fast. If we win this battle conclusively, we may well end the war, before the European dogs even have a chance to properly sniff blood. I... I plan to engage in some diplomacy.""<br/><br/>The conversation stumbled on for only a little bit longer, ending in the conclusion that perhaps about another 5,000 militia might be found from Cairo's domains before they were stretched to the limit at this juncture, in addition to yet more desperate letters sent by desperate men to their ""allies"", seemingly unaware of the significance of the war. And then, as his primary aide left the room, blackened artillery and bloodied bayonets occupying the young man's mind, the governor of Cairo began scrabbling around, desperate to make a start on something that might save them the country, the war, and everything. Had he the authority? It hardly mattered now.<br/><br/>Before long, a message had been fired off; surely, to be the first of many, as both sides slowly opened to the idea of inviting the foreign devils in.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To the Lord Protector of the Commonwealth of England, Scotland and Ireland and the President of the Republic of Portugal, <br/><br/>It is with urgency and worry that I write to you now, great rulers of your foreign lands. I, governor of Cairo, and the prime protector, advisor and representative of the rightful sultan of Egypt, Botros Sem al-Iskandriyah, the only son of our previous universally recognised sultan Abu Bakr Mohammed al-Iskandriyah, request help and aid from you, help in defeating the rebels, spreading anarchy about the land of the Nile and aid in removing the influence of those who would transgress against the rightful crown. In seeing you as some of the most just, and ones who would surely be interested in our region, with the Suez Canal nominally Egyptian, the people of Egypt cry out for a protector against the destroyers of civilisation. <br/><br/>Currently, the pretender, a mere mayor of the regional city of Damietta, Abdul Rahman ibn Haroun al-Dumyat, makes his claims to the throne clear, but equally clear as baseless. With no cause, he has leapt into rebellion, along with many other magnates of the nation, in attempting to defeat the rightful rulers of Egypt and seize power, as I say, with no reason or provocation. However, such is the barbarity with which they have attacked that we are in danger of losing the war, of seeing Egypt disintegrate into a ruin and even the canal to be put into danger. It is truly our fault in having allowed such transgressions to pass against the state, and so, now, we would hope that you would accept a treaty to save us. <br/><br/>We propose that the entirety of the Suez region, including Port Said and Suez itself to be yielded either to Portugal or the Commonwealth, depending on your preference, or to the company that currently manages the canal. Furthermore, we would grant wide benefits to your nations' people within our borders, tariff reductions, extraterritoriality, perhaps even Cyrenaica and its periphery as a colony if you so desire. In return, we wish only that we are given the military support needed, surely a small matter for you, to crush the rebels and defend against any other encroachments, in addition to guaranteeing our independence, thus that people might not evilly take advantage of this period of weakness. We believe that this would be most suitable, but in the dire straits we are, negotiations would be easily looked upon. <br/><br/>Once again, in desperation, we beg your mighty nations to aid one less fortunate, to preserve us and in return to take some of our humble gifts; lands, money, rights, what we have to offer. We are in crisis, and we truly see you as perhaps the only ones who might be able to solve it. We await a response eagerly, and wish you good health and success in all. <br/><br/>From Governor Aziz ibn Ibrahim of Cairo, representative of Sultan Botros Sem al-Iskandriyah of Egypt</blockquote><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""ORBAT""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Purples, Supporters of Abdul Rahman ibn Haroun al-Dumyat, Mayor of Damietta, for the throne<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Mayor of Damietta, Alexandria</span> (supports own claim)<br/>750 musket footsoldiers, marching towards Cairo<br/>750 dragoons, fortified in Alexandria<br/>500 elephant mercenaries, marching towards Cairo<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Mayor of Benghazi, Benghazi</span> (is to be granted independence alongside Tobruk)<br/>500 city guard, fortified in Benghazi <br/>1,000 musket militia, fortified in Tobruk<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Emir of Tobruk, Tobruk</span> (is to be granted independence alongside Benghazi)<br/>250 musketeers, fortified in Tobruk<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Barons of the Cataracts</span> (are to receive various privileges such as execution of the sultan's son)<br/>5,000 spear militia, marching towards Cairo<br/>2,500 town guard, fortified in Asyut<br/>7,500 light camels, riding towards Cairo<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord of the Sahara</span> (is to be granted many commercial rights)<br/>Non-combatant<br/><br/>Greens, Supporters of Botros Sem al-Iskandriyah, son of late Sultan Abu Bakr Mohammed al-Iskandriyah, for the throne<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Son of the Sultan, Port Said</span> (supports own claim)<br/>500 grenadiers, marching towards Cairo<br/>250 bayonet militia, marching towards Cairo<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Governor of Cairo</span> (hopes to become authority behind the crown and dislikes fringes like Benghazi and the Barons)<br/>2,500 city guard fortified in Cairo<br/>1,000 cuirassiers, fortified in Cairo<br/>2,500 musketeers, fortified in Cairo<br/>1,000 musket militia, fortified in Cairo<br/>5,000 infantry mercenaries, fortified in Cairo<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Red Sea Governor</span> (has close personal ties)<br/>500 city guard, fortified in Suez<br/>1,000 grenadiers, marching towards Cairo<br/>1,000 musketeers, marching towards Cairo<br/>500 light camel, marching towards Cairo<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Battles: </span><br/>Sack of Alexandria; 15/4/1881 - 16/4/1881, won by Purples</div></div></div>"
14288,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381&start=25,2014-12-23T23:43:00,Neo-Assyrian Empire,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/zTTKK06.png""/><br/><span style=""color: #0040BF""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 175%; line-height: 116%;"">The Republic of Francia</span><br/><span style=""font-size: 125%; line-height: 116%;"">Chapter Trois: À l'Afrique, Nous Allons!</span></span></span></div><hr/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Geneva, Francia<br/>May 1<sup>er</sup>, 1881</span><br/>In the same smokey room that the assassination was planned, Thybault and his friend sat around the table. He put a cigar in his mouth, lit it up, and let the smoke fill the air. Thybault knew that his time was short, and he would not fight it since it was clear: His plan did not work. All that happened was a boy died, a President was murdered, and now the nation is against the same unions Thybault wanted to give power. He checked his pocket watch. A little past noon. At any moment, the police would come and raid the place. He just knew it.<br/><br/>Outside, there came the thudding of boots. It was loud enough to be heard inside; loud enough for Thybault to realize what was happening. He slowly stood up and raised his hands. The door was kicked in as several Frankish officers ran into the room. ""Hands up!"" The other man quickly obeyed the officer's orders. ""Thybault Fou and Claude de Jaager, you are under arrest for conspiring to assassinate President Louis Baptiste of Francia."" As the charges were read, two other officers put the conspirators in hand cuffs. From here, they were put into a carriage and sent off to a local jail. Their trial would be in two weeks.<hr/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Paris, Francia<br/>May 2<sup>nd</sup>, 1881</span><br/>The Presidential Mansion was in chaos as the government reorganized from the attack nearly two weeks before. President Bault walked down a hallway as various aides and officials tried to reorganize. An aide, holding several messages, ran to the President. ""Mr. Bault, these messages have come in for you."" He handed the president the letters.<br/><br/>""Let's see... condolences from the Dutch, the Catalonians, and the Pope... a conference invitation from the Swiss... and letters of friendship from the Greeks."" Bault nodded. ""Seems appropriate to me. Is there anything else?""<br/><br/>""The Egyptians appear to be going through a civil war. If you wish, we could invade and extend our Colonial Empire to the Red Sea, maybe even beyond. However, the Dual Monarchy has taken interest in the region recently. We could risk starting a war if we intervene.""<br/><br/>Bault nodded once more. ""Anything else?""<br/><br/>""No, sir.""<br/><br/>""Good. Now, be on your way. I've got work to attend to."" The aide left the President as he went to the Presidential Office.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/YSUKjMW.png""/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">To:</span> Raoul de Meuthse, Foreign Premier of Swiss-Piedmonte<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">From:</span> Felix Bault, Président du Francia</div><hr/>Bonjour, sir!<br/>I believe that it would be in the best interest of the Republic to attend this Genoa Conference. We shall send a diplomat and several guards as escorts.<br/><br/><div style=""float: right;"">~Felix Bault</div></blockquote><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/YSUKjMW.png""/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">To:</span> Konstantinos Ciriaco, Prime Minister of the Hellenic Republic<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">From:</span> Felix Bault, Président du Francia</div><hr/>Bonjour, sir!<br/>Even though Francia has never held strong ties with the Hellenic Republic in the past, it is never too late to change. Francia shall intervene if your nation is ever threatened by a hostile power and, whenever possible, shall invest to grow the Hellenic economy. I hope that this shall be the beginning of a great friendship between our two states.<br/><br/><div style=""float: right;"">~Felix Bault</div></blockquote><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/YSUKjMW.png""/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">To:</span> Ferdinand IV de Valencia, King of the Dual Kingdom of Catalonia and Naples. <span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""color: #BF0000"">FOR YOUR EYES ONLY</span></span></span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">From:</span> Felix Bault, Président du Francia</div><hr/>Bonjour, sir!<br/>I speak for all of the Frankish people when I say thank you for your support during these troubling times. However, your imperialistic policies towards Egypt has caused some concern amongst the Senate here. After all, you are invading a nation that has a key waterway for the world. If you take it, then there shall be consequences... unless if Francia is given a slice of the nation.<br/><br/>We are willing to send in forces to overthrow the savages in control of the country. The specific amount of land that we would like to receive should be portioned to how much the Frankish forces have helped there. If we did not do much, then we only request a coastal city, such as Port Said. If my forces fight many battles and are pivotal in toppling the Egyptian Government, then we would request more land.<br/><br/>This deal is your choice and, if you decline, we shall respect that. I await your response.<br/><br/><div style=""float: right;"">~Felix Bault</div></blockquote><br/><hr/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Post Summary</span></span><br/>- Members of Le Syndicat des Travailleurs Armées are being arrested and charged in the death of President Louis Baptiste<br/>- Francia is beginning to ally with the Hellenic Republic<br/>-<span style=""font-weight: bold"">In Secrecy,</span>Francia is attempting to split Egypt with the Dual Monarchy of Naples and Catalonia"
14289,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381&start=25,2014-12-23T23:44:00,Hastagia,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://static.squarespace.com/static/52f7e706e4b0430a990a996f/53238535e4b0fbe07f9aceff/53238557e4b094a873b7bbf6/1394836824491/royal-coat-of-arms-of-egypt.png""/></div><br/><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #008000"">Sultanate of Judea</span></span></div><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-size: 125%; line-height: 116%;"">3rd of May, 1881</span></div><br/><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #008000"">Haifa, Judea</span></span></div><br/><span style=""margin-left: 6px;"">The Sultan and his five Generals sat in the War room in the Palace of Haifa discussing possible strategies and they needed them fast as the declaration of war was being sent today. As the usual two generals got into a argument on what to do. The sides were torn with Majority believing that the whole force of 25,000 Men of the Army of the Sinai should attack Port Fuad and with the others believing it is better to attack with 20,000 men and send a cavalry detachment across the Suez and attack from the opposite bank cutting it off from supply and laying siege to it. The Sultan had not spoken out in any of the meetings and they had assumed he would go with majority or his favorite who had sided with the 25,000 Men attacking all at once.</span><br/><br/>""Listen"" General Jawhar Jama demanded ""Attacking with all 25,000 Men makes no sense! It will be a bloodbath with unnecessary casualties!""<br/><br/>""And a siege won't?"" General Khaleefa Elamin asked, ""Cutting up the men will do nothing good for us except get them slaughtered from enemy raiders, we need the men in the assault!""<br/><br/>Finally the Sultan spoke out ""Enough... We will split our forces with 5,000 Cavalrymen crossing the Suez and 20,000 Infantry men attacking the city proper, the Navy shall send a majority of the fleet to assist in it's capture as well. I believe it is the best turn of actions.""<br/><br/>""But my Sultan we need the...""General Khaleefa Elamin complained<br/><br/>""Enough!' Naseer interrupted, ""My word is final and that is my choice now leave and ready the troops at once!""<br/><br/>""Yes my Sultan..."" Replied the Generals as the left the building once more either heads hung or heads held high either way they must do their bidding.</blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-size: 125%; line-height: 116%;"">6th of May, 1881</span></div><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""color: #008000""><span style=""font-size: 125%; line-height: 116%;"">Arish, Sinai Peninsula, Judea</span></span></div><br/><span style=""margin-left: 6px;"">General Suleiman Amal had been put in command of the troops heading towards Port Fuad, this had been his first command, and the first command of war Judea had given in nearly 70 years, truely a great honor it was, it scared Suleiman, or Sul as his friends called him, to death. Being put in command of troops was one thing but willingly sending them to their deaths was another. So many men could die and it be all his fault, all those men who had families who would morn for days at their Husband's or son's passing... Suleiman had grew up in a community outside Arish and had attended school eventually he had impressed a teacher who advised him to continue his studies but instead he joined the military and came to where he was now, a man who couldn't do what his superiors told him to do. Finally after hours of pondering on what would happen to him and his men he finally ordered the men to advance to Fuad as he looked South and saw the diminishing trail of the Cavalry Detachment their fate was unknown and probably end up better than his men and him. Looking over the troops Sul saw many were eager for action, ""They were doing their duty"" something Sul couldn't understand... <br/><br/>""Why willingly advance to death?"" He said aloud, he would never be able to answer his own question as him and his men continued onward through the Desert.</span></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://static.squarespace.com/static/52f7e706e4b0430a990a996f/53238535e4b0fbe07f9aceff/53238557e4b094a873b7bbf6/1394836824491/royal-coat-of-arms-of-egypt.png""/></div><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #008000"">From the Sultanate of Judea</span></span></div><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-size: 125%; line-height: 116%;"">To those who it may concern in the Sultanate of Egypt and the Greater World</span></div><br/><br/>We would like to inform you that the States of the Sultanate of Egypt and the Sultanate of Judea a state of war exist until peace is restored and or negotiated favorable to both sides. We cite our reason being that for to long have Sunni Muslims have been mistreated in your domain and the recent instability existing in your nation at the time of this declaration. See you on the Battlefield.<br/><br/>Signed, <br/>Sultan Naseer Hassen, Defender of the Islamic Faith, Sultan of Judea, Emir of Acre, Emir of Jerusalem, Emir of Syria, Emir of Adana, Emir of the Sinai, Emir of Jordan, Protector of the people of Judea, and Syria</blockquote><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://static.squarespace.com/static/52f7e706e4b0430a990a996f/53238535e4b0fbe07f9aceff/53238557e4b094a873b7bbf6/1394836824491/royal-coat-of-arms-of-egypt.png""/></div><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #008000"">From the Sultanate of Judea</span></span></div><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-size: 125%; line-height: 116%;"">To those who it may concern in the Nestorian Empire, Kingdom of Pontus, and the Kingdom of Afghanistan</span></div><br/><br/>We would like to ask you all to attend a Conference to discuss disputes between our nations causing great misfortune and mistreatment among all of our populations. As well we wish to see Stability returned to the area as well as discuss our spheres of influence in the area as currently their is conflict of interests in several areas across the Middle East. We would also like to discuss the recent Afghan Opium trade and the War in Egypt.<br/><br/>Signed, <br/>Sultan Naseer Hassen, Defender of the Islamic Faith, Sultan of Judea, Emir of Acre, Emir of Jerusalem, Emir of Syria, Emir of Adana, Emir of the Sinai, Emir of Jordan, Protector of the people of Judea, and Syria</blockquote><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""ORBAT""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Army of the Sinai</span></span></span>(Heading to Port Said)<br/>Consists of 20,000 Men<br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">1st Infantry Brigade</span></span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">1st Infantry Regiment of Judea ""Judea's Guardians""</span><br/>1,000 Riflemen<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">5th Infantry Regiment of Jordan</span><br/>1,000 Riflemen<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">18th Infantry Regiment of Syria ""Protectors of Islam""</span><br/>1,000 Riflemen<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">3rd Infantry Regiment of Anatolia</span><br/>1,000 Riflemen<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">1st Artillery Battalion</span><br/>300 Men operating Cannon and Artillery, 25 Cannon and Artillery Pieces <br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">1st Royal Infantry of Jerusalem(Assigned to the 1st Artillery Battalion)</span><br/>700 Riflemen</div></div></div><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">3rd Infantry Brigade</span></span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">1st Infantry Regiment of the Sinai</span><br/>1,000 Riflemen<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">5th Infantry Regiment of Anatolia</span><br/>1,000 Riflemen<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">12th Infantry Regiment of Judea</span><br/>1,000 Riflemen<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">2nd Infantry Regiment of Judea</span><br/>1,000 Riflemen<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">5th Infantry Regiment of Lebanon</span><br/>1,000 Riflemen</div></div></div><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">5th Infantry Brigade</span></span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">11th Infantry Regiment of the Sinai</span><br/>1,000 Riflemen<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">5th Infantry Regiment of Jordan</span><br/>1,000 Riflemen<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">24th Infantry Regiment of Judea</span><br/>1,000 Riflemen<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">14th Infantry Regiment of Judea</span><br/>1,000 Riflemen<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">8th Infantry Regiment of Judea</span><br/>1,000 Riflemen</div></div></div><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">1st Royal Infantry Brigade</span></span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">2nd Palace Guards of Haifa</span><br/>1,500 Riflemen 1,000 Cavalrymen<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">1st Guards Regiment of Petah</span><br/>2,500 Riflemen</div></div></div><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Detachment of the Army of the Sinai</span></span></span>(Headed further down to cross the Suez Canal)<br/>Consists of 5,000 Men<br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">1st Cavalry Brigade</span></span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">1st Cavalry Regiment of Judea</span><br/>2,500 Cavalrymen<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">2nd Cavalry Regiment of Judea</span><br/>2,000 Cavalrymen 500 Men operating Horse Artillery 25 Cannon</div></div></div></div></div></div>"
14290,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381&start=25,2014-12-24T01:12:00,Valentir,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/2/2e/Coat_of_Arms_of_the_Kingdom_of_Holland_%281808%29.svg/414px-Coat_of_Arms_of_the_Kingdom_of_Holland_%281808%29.svg.png""/></div><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #FF8000"">Amsterdam, Holland, Kingdom of the United Provinces and Belgium</span></span></div><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;"">Chapter 1: The Winds of Change<br/>29th of April, the Year of our Lord, 1881</span></span></div><br/>It was another hectic day in Parliament, her halls once again filled with aggressive shouting and anger. Prime Minister Haak de Klerk sat in his chair, tired and near the breaking point. It was clear to him that his coalition was dead, and that his hold on parliament was gone, but this still didn't stop the useless conflict between the coalition parties. The Socialists and Progressives were at from dawn till dusk, and the liberals sat quietly, waiting for the inevitable. Of course they weren't the only ones who sat quietly, waiting. The other parties in Parliament were also making moves. The New Conservatives and National People's Union had formed together into one large party, and were already planning for the new elections. The Catholic People's Party dissolved, and joined the Republican Party, which was considering joining the Conservative Alliance. These changes in Parliament occurring in Parliament would be the dawn of a new era, and the end of an old one.<br/><br/>For the next few hours the Parliament building was in complete turmoil as news began to spread between the politicians of the coalitions collapse. The electoral office was particularly in shock, and began to organize a new election immediately. The meeting hall where the coalition was assembled became extremely busy, with messengers entering leaving by the hour. Soon the other parties were sending in people to keep their party leaders updated. It was not too long after all this that the King arrived, to oversee the chaos of Parliament.<br/><br/><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://museumvictoria.com.au/pages/9140/MN005743web.gif""/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Parliamentary Emergency Meeting, circa 1881</span></div></blockquote>"
14291,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381&start=50,2014-12-24T01:54:00,The Kingdom of Glitter,"<div align=""center""><div style=""margin-left:75px; margin-right:75px; margin-bottom:5px; margin-top:5px""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><hr/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/b/b6/Coat_of_Arms_of_Valencia_%28Spain%29.svg/225px-Coat_of_Arms_of_Valencia_%28Spain%29.svg.png""/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">The Dual Kingdom of Catalonia and Naples</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 130%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #BF0000"">El Dual Regne de Catalunya i Nàpols</span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #FFBF00"">To Arms!</span></span><br/><span style=""color: #FFBF00""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Tobruk, Sultanate of Egypt| Dating TBD 1881 Anno Domini</span></span><br/><br/><hr/></blockquote></div></div><br/>-Siege and sacking of city<br/>-Garrison installed<br/><br/><div align=""center""><div style=""margin-left:75px; margin-right:75px; margin-bottom:5px; margin-top:5px""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><hr/><br/><span style=""color: #FFBF00""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Benghazi, Sultanate of Egypt| April 18th 1881 Anno Domini</span></span><br/><br/><hr/></blockquote></div></div><br/>-Siege and sacking of city<br/>-Garrison installed<br/><br/>Lots of other WIP stuff I will do not at 3:54 in the morning."
14292,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381&start=50,2014-12-24T04:07:00,Sasutary Island,"<div align=""center"">OOC: I've discussed with Valentir and he agreed to gib me guns und bullets und western ideas for mein poppies.<br/><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Chapter 2: The more the Merrier</span><br/>The Kingdom of Afghanistan<br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/8/8b/Flag_of_Afghanistan_%281931%E2%80%931973%29.svg/320px-Flag_of_Afghanistan_%281931%E2%80%931973%29.svg.png""/><br/>خدا نجات پادشاه</span></div><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Kabul, Kingdom of Afghanistan<br/>February 14th 1881</span><br/>The recruitment drive was in full swing, with the King's personal approval. Recruitment officers went to every door on every street, asking whether any man of age 18 to 40 would sign-up to the Afghan army. Though still unclear what the main reason for this massive mobilization was, the people welcomed the new recruitment drive and over 12,000 cheerful clerks, factory workers, farmers, accountants and street cleaners joined up with the Afghan army and Home Guard. They were trained with foreign officers, most were from their newly found Dutch friends, of whom were not allied but willing to help the Afghan train their army. Also, the Dutch offered them numerous, almost endless, supplies of guns and munitions for Afghan Poppy, and most if not all Afghans were welcome indeed to this foreign help. For the first time in Afghanistan's history, the country saw unprecedented growth, with many Dutch companies opening up businesses; notably arms and munitions factories. The growing need of the army was fed, and the nation saw its first professional army trained by the Dutch. The shortfall in manpower was alleviated with a drastically progressive policy for the time, women were allowed to<span style=""font-style: italic"">work.</span>The female workforce numbered in the thousands, and though many saw this as temporary, it was a gladly accepted facet of daily life.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Later on, May 27 1881</span><br/>The men of the Afghan Foreign Regiment had their hasty basic training last 3 months, before being deployed to the Persian and Shah defensive lines. Twice every week, the men received additional training; how to filter water using socks, how to shoot straight etc. The men were still green and hadn't a clue of actual stress under combat, but their officers knew they needed every man they could find for the 'upcoming offensive' that was to take place along the Persian Border. This offensive chit was viewed by the officers as both good and bad; good in the sense that they would finally go to war, bad in the sense that some of them would die. But assurance from their superiors that these Dutch weapons were the forefront of their technology had calmed their moods, now it was only a matter of waiting. Their weapons were the best money could buy, of Dutch design and were still brand new. The new Artillery Pieces, Mortars and Long Toms were all bought from the Dutch using Opium money, and the uniforms were more comfortable than ever.<br/><br/><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Paris, Kingdom of Francia</span><br/>The Afghan envoy arrived in Paris. Its wonders, its art, its people were all to marvel at. Shariz Turnbull was the son of an Englishmen who married into a Persian family. Having studied abroad during his younger years, he picked up various languages and began to work for the Afghan government as an emissary to foreign lands. Now he disembarked from the ship, picked up his luggage and set foot on Frankish soil. He arrived here not for some holiday, but for diplomatic purposes. He boarded a Tram to the city center, to the Royal Palace itself.<br/><br/>He stepped off, and approached what appeared to be Guards. He quickly introduced himself in fluent French, and asked if he could enter for diplomatic purposes.<br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Tibetan Steppes, Han China</span><br/>Harim Kazani halted for a while to catch his breath, his Sherpa guides continued on in-front of him. He peered through his binoculars and caught sight of a large settlement. His 2 month long journey had caused him many discomforts, and finally he arrived at Civilization. He galloped through the outskirts of the City, trying desperately to find the City Hall. Asking bystanders for directions, it would seem as if he would get lost, if he didn't know any Chinese. But at last he arrived, and dismounted from his horse. He walked up a few steps and approached a man, who seemed to work for the government. He handed the man a letter. (Written in Chinese of course)<br/><br/><div align=""center""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">From King Karzai Shah of the Kingdom of Afghanistan<br/></span><br/>Salutations. We, the humble Afghan people wish peace and prosperity upon you. We wish that you, good sir, accept a treaty of Friendship and Trade between our two great Nations. As you may know, Afghanistan holds a vital place in the Silk Road, a trade route that is frequented by many people. I propose that, for the greater good of our two nations, that we allow for free trade and open borders between our two nations, and that we have a mutual defense agreement to see off any of those Western Imperialists. Should this agreement see it through, I wish that you and your people remain strong and never falter to any foreign power.<br/><br/>The best Regards,<br/>Karzai Shah, King of Afghanistan</blockquote></div><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Baghdad, Nestorian Empire</span><br/>Various Muslim dissidents were handed guns and money, smuggled in by Ship, and were ordered to hand it out to their fellow supporters of their cause. Their cause was the liberation of former Muslim areas of which had been conquered and subjugated to various heinous acts by the Nestorian Empire. The Muslim quarter of Baghdad was abuzz with news that an outside power had funneled to them weapons and funding, though it was still largely unknown who had, they knew that this nation wanted to sow discontent among the populace. This had been replicated all over the Nestorian Empire, with Muslims in the Caucuses, Iraq and Tajikistan and Uzbekistan receiving outdated but useful former<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Afghan</span>weapons. Though only a fraction of the populace, they saw the Nestorians as their unlawful rulers and oppressors of Islam, and seek vengeance for their humiliating defeats and following oppression of Muslims in Sassania, Pakila and the Arab peninsula. The time was ripe for Rebellion, the time was ripe for<span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Jihad</span></span>."
14293,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381&start=50,2014-12-24T04:42:00,Sveltlana,"<blockquote><div><cite>Sveltlana <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324381&amp;p=22889244#p22889244"">wrote</a>:</cite>(note to all - RP delegations in your next post after this one)<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""To all Civilized Nations""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><div style=""margin-left:75px; margin-right:75px; margin-bottom:5px; margin-top:5px""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center"">(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i.imgur.com/OnigblY.png?1"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<hr/><br/><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">AN OPEN LETTER FROM SCANDINAVIA</span><br/>To all civilized nations of the world.</span></div><hr/><br/><br/>It is with grief that this missive is sent to all the civilized nations of the world. The King of the Kalmar Union of Scandinavia, the esteemed Gustaf Ferdinand Magnus IV Akilles von Wittelsbach and Vasa, Ruler of the Nordic Realm and Protector of all Scandinavians, has passed to the great beyond, leaving in this world a widow and three grieving daughters.<br/><br/>All are invited to attend the funeral of our late monarch, which shall take place the 20th of April, the next month. Accommodations shall be provided for all delegations in the luxurious <span style=""font-style: italic"">Tre Kroner</span> hotel in Stockholm, a short distance from the Royal Palace and the Stockholm Cathedral, where a service shall begin on the appointed day.<br/><hr/></blockquote></div></div></div></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""To the Boer Republic""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><div style=""margin-left:75px; margin-right:75px; margin-bottom:5px; margin-top:5px""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center"">(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/4/4d/Stockholm_vapen_bra.svg/120px-Stockholm_vapen_bra.svg.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<hr/><br/><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">TO THE BOER FOREIGN RELATIONS OFFICE</span></span><br/>From the Kalmar Foreign Relations Department.</div><hr/><br/>In the name of the Kalmar Monarchy, I, the Scandinavian Chancellor hereby express the Scandinavian nation's interest in investing in the project that the Boer Government has thus far made open, the project of the construction of the port of Harbon.<br/><br/>Furthermore, I am certain that a large number of enterprising capitalists within the Kalmar Monarchy will be delighted to further participate in the project along the Scandinavian government.<br/><br/>In order to learn more about this project, I would voice the interests of the Kalmar Monarchy in inquiring about the possibilities of receiving more information about the project itself, and following the approval of the soon-to-be crowned Crown Princess, we will rapidly dispatch representatives in order to accomplish this investment.<br/><br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i.imgur.com/tuGs3e9.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/><br/>P.I. Nordahl<br/>Lord High Chancellor<br/><br/><hr/></blockquote></div></div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://fc05.deviantart.net/fs70/i/2014/355/c/5/arms_of_kalmar_scandinavia_by_vengarl-d8alz8o.png""/><br/><span style=""font-size: 250%; line-height: 116%;"">K</span><span style=""font-size: 180%; line-height: 116%;"">ALMARUNIONEN</span> <span style=""margin-left: 5px;""><span style=""font-size: 250%; line-height: 116%;"">S</span><span style=""font-size: 180%; line-height: 116%;"">KANDINAVIEN</span></span><div style=""margin-left:75px; margin-right:75px; margin-bottom:5px; margin-top:5px""><hr/></div><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 130%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #004080"">Chapter 2a: Assorted Correspondence</span></span><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;"">18th of April, the year 1881.</span></span></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""- DRAMATIS PERSONAE -""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-size: 85%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Note: the simplest versions of the characters' names are used.</span></span><br/>Gustaf IV Akilles von Wittelsbach, <span style=""font-style: italic"">deceased King of Scandinavia</span><br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;"">Kristina Vasa, <span style=""font-style: italic"">his widow</span></span><br/><span style=""margin-left: 50px;"">Kristina v.W., <span style=""font-style: italic"">their eldest daughter</span></span><br/><span style=""margin-left: 50px;"">Adelheid v.W., <span style=""font-style: italic"">their second daughter</span></span><br/><span style=""margin-left: 50px;"">Elise v.W., <span style=""font-style: italic"">their third daughter</span></span><br/><br/>Per Isak Nordahl, <span style=""font-style: italic"">Count of Västerås; Lord High Chancellor</span><br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;"">Karin Grip, <span style=""font-style: italic"">his wife; Countess of Västerås</span></span></div></div></div><br/><br/>-Letter to Francia (condolences)<br/><br/><div style=""margin-left:75px; margin-right:75px; margin-bottom:5px; margin-top:5px""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/4/4d/Stockholm_vapen_bra.svg/120px-Stockholm_vapen_bra.svg.png""/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">TO THE FRANCIAN FOREIGN RELATIONS OFFICE</span></span><br/>From the Kalmar Foreign Relations Department.</div><hr/><br/>In the name of the Kalmar Monarchy, I, the Scandinavian Chancellor hereby express the sincerest condolences of the Scandinavian nation for the recent death of the Francian President. Being a country with her head of state recently deceased, I understand the adverse effects this has on a country and wish for your nation the best.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/tuGs3e9.png""/><br/><br/>Per Isak Nordahl<br/>Lord High Chancellor<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Sekretariatet utrikesministeriet</span></div><br/><hr/></blockquote></div>"
14294,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381&start=50,2014-12-24T05:43:00,Liecthenbourg,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://s30.postimg.org/tbaomw9y9/Flag_of_Quebec.jpg""/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #000080"">Les Etats-Unis de Nouvelle France<br/>Rocheuses de l'Ouest, California</span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Chapter 3: Salvation For Them All<br/>1st of May, 1881 AD</span></span></div><br/><hr/><br/><br/>General Baie sighed heavily, watching as the last of his troops dismounted from the train - her armoured wagons shaking ever so slightly as the weight shifted quite rapidly. Grabbing their guns, the final regiments began their descent towards the camp-site not far from the location. It was quite a varied force, if backrounds were to be checked substantially. Quite a unique site amongst the bustling camp were what was known as<span style=""font-style: italic"">Régiments Indigènes.</span>It was fully possible for ethnicities to be mashed all together into a force, but several native tribes under the Nouvelle Francais Government had always seemed to have their males in the military join as unique regiments - masters of the harassing art they were as ferocious as they were respected. Before long, Baie had managed to return his men into marching formation once more - their goal was simple, to cut across the land and strike at the important coastal cities, the centres of population in the sparsely filled country. As the sun rose ever higher in the sky, the camp had already been packed and the soldiers were primed as they began their march West.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://s28.postimg.org/mch62vbe1/Coat_of_Arms_of_Quebec.png""/><br/>To: His Holiness, Pope Innocent, Bishop of Rome, Vicar of Jesus Christ, Successor of the Prince of the Apostles, Supreme Pontiff of the Universal Church, Primate of Italy, Archbishop and Metropolitan of the Roman Province, Sovereign of the Vatican City State, Servant of the servants of God.<br/>From: Jean-Baptiste Leclerc, President of Les Etats-Unis de Nouvelle France</div><br/><br/>It would be a grand honour for all whom are Catholic followers of Christ, a vast majority may I mention, for the Holy Father to visit our nation in these times of change and radicalism. A suitable date, I would believe, could perhaps be at August 1st. This date would allow adequate preparations to be made in cities that you will most likely visit.(An ample route and schedule is already in the works.)<br/><br/>May God be with You, Holy Father.</blockquote>"
14295,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381&start=50,2014-12-24T07:16:00,Epraria,"<div align=""center""><span style=""color: #FF8000""><span style=""font-size: 175%; line-height: 116%;"">De Verenigde Provinciën van Megiko<br/></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Chapter 2: Liberty and Fatherland.<br/>10th of May, 1881 AD</span></span></div><br/><hr/><br/>Megiko City,<br/>May 1th, 1881 AD<br/><br/>When the news of the Nouvelle Français declaration of war towards California arrived shortly after the war started the parliament and government where divided of what level of support Megiko was to give to it's ally in New France. The social democrats wanted to give supplies and weaponry and not get directly involved while the NMP wanted to interviene on Nouvelle France side in order to increase Megiko's activivnes in the Americas. The liberals however where divided with both alternatives being attractive to most members with some suggesting to simply stay neutral. After 10 days of voting following New France's declaration of war towards California it was decided that Megiko was going to war. The same day the declaration of war was sent to California.<br/><br/>The the armed forces had already been mobilized in case Megiko was to enter the war but also to dissuade the Colombians from trying to take advantage of the situation. With 20,000 men on the Colombian border to protect Panama it left at most 60,000 men to support the Nouvelle Français in a campaign with the militias being called in to bolster the defense.<br/><hr/><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center"">To the foreign office of The Confederation of the California's<br/>From foreign minister Jan-Bart Adema of the United provinces of Megiko.</div><br/><br/>Dearest receiver of is declaration<br/><br/>As of the terms of the Megikaaner-Nouvelle Français alliance treaty the Confederation of the California's and the United Provinces of Megiko are as of now in a state of war until hostilities are ceased and peace returned. <br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">signed<br/>Jan-Bart Adema<br/>Foreign minister of the United Provinces of Megiko.</span></blockquote><br/><hr/>"
14296,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381&start=50,2014-12-24T10:18:00,The Emerald Dragon,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Paris, The Republic of Francia</span></div><br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Ieyasu, when do you think the other agents'll get back?</span>"" Keitaro asked the younger man, Ieyasu was about 5'4 and of a much paler complexion than the other agents - he also had a knack for travelling and was the translator for this trip. Ieyasu was about to speak when a sudden and sharp knocking interrupted his thoughts, it was dull and repetitive; certainly not the kind that signalled the Frankish Police or anything that could cause alarm. Quickly looking through the keyhole, Ieyasu saw two familiar trenchcoats - both were a dark shade of brown and appeared to be of good quality. Then with a quick turn of his head and an extremely dramatic sigh he said....<br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">I believe the two agents are here now, actually""</span>in response to Keitaro's earlier questioning.<br/><br/>After a brief struggle with a rusty lock, Ieyasu and Keitaro managed to force the door open with a loud crash. Bringing shouts from a Frankish man on the stairwell. The Agents paid no heed to the man's words of anger, and were actually discussing the Socialist literature that they'd hastily acquired from a stall in Paris - one of the last copies before it was checked by the police. The literature was paid for using Ryukyuan Rubles - just to give off a sense of these being Ryukyuan tourists and not Government. They'd apparently need these to immerse themselves within Socialist ideals - to find out why a Socialist group had assassinated the Frankish President.<br/><br/>Then, just for a laugh, Ieyasu went down into the bar and starting reading the Socialist literature. Causing several Frankish people to look at him in disbelief, he was soon joined by the other three down in the bar.<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Hmm... looks like these guys liked their President...""</span>Ieyasu muttered in Frankish."
14297,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381&start=50,2014-12-24T12:30:00,Marsisian,"<span style=""font-size: 180%; line-height: 116%;""><div align=""center""><span style=""color: #BF0040"">United Kingdom of Bulgaria</span></div></span><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Sofia, Bulgaria</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">July 3rd, 1881</span></div><br/><br/>Concerned about the rising colonialism and imperialism in Africa, the Prime Minister held another meeting with the ministers and king. ""Greetings, gentlemen. The reason I've called you here on this abrupt occasion is that the powers in Europe are increasing their involvement in Africa, including Pontus and Greece."" ""With all due respect sir, we cannot involve ourselves in affairs outside of Europe. The reason for that is we don't have an outlet to the Mediterranean Sea. Pontus and Greece control the Straits.""<br/><br/>""We could potentially try to gain an outlet to the sea through diplomacy."" ""That actually isn't a bad idea. Does everybody agree that we should take this option first?"" ""Yes."" ""I agree."" ""Good. But a problem remains. Other, more powerful nations might think that we aren't influential and powerful enough for becoming a colonial power."" ""That is a problem. But we'll solve that when we come to it, Minister."" ""All right. Should we depart?"" ""Yes. This session is over, you may all leave and go back to your duties.""<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To the Hellenic Republic<br/>From the United Kingdom of Bulgaria<br/><br/>Greetings,<br/><br/>We would like to potentially purchase the province of West Thrace from you, as it would aid both of us. For you, to help your growing economy, and for us, to provide our nation with an outlet to the Mediterranean Sea. I ask you to please consider this offer before making a decision.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Signed, King Alexander I</span></blockquote><br/><br/>(Can write more if needed)"
14298,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381&start=50,2014-12-24T12:38:00,The New Lowlands,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/4/46/Coat_of_arms_of_the_January_Uprising.svg/159px-Coat_of_arms_of_the_January_Uprising.svg.png""/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #800000"">Ruthenian Empire</span></span><br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xm8kpZoX32k&amp;spfreload=10"" rel=""nofollow"">-THEME-</a></span></div><br/><br/>-Letter to the United Kingdom of Bulgaria<br/>-Letter to the Bohemian Union<br/>-Letter to the King of the Netherlands<br/>-Test Mobilisation of the Polish Armies<br/>-Establishment of the National Factory of Armaments in Kiev"
14299,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381&start=50,2014-12-24T14:00:00,The Holy Dominion of Inesea,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Kirkuk, The Nestorian Empire<br/>April 12th, 1881</span><br/><br/>500 men from the Kirkuk Regiment 1st Regiment took aim and fired a volley from their new New French rifles. Some 20,000 or so rifles had come in from the country last month, paid for in Gold and trade goods, and the Kirkuk Regiment had been outfitted with them. The biggest difference between the old Dominus rifles and the new Kepi Rifle, as they were called because of the hats of the soldiers who delivered them, was that these were bolt action. Other differences included 100 more meters of range and each rifle had two extra inner spring tubes that went in the soldiers bandoleer. This allowed for the soldier to quickly load a new magazine in. They were nifty, but expensive andonce you shot through them you were back to manual reloading. Still, nifty invention from the French was the common consensus.<br/><br/>This battalion(500 men to a battalion, 10 battalions to a Regiment) was the last battalion to get their new rifles. The battalion also got 20 Gardner guns, a newer hand cranked machine gun that was lighter and more reliable than the Gatling gun. After they finished the extra practice, the Regiment was marching to Baghdad. Reports of unrest were abundant, and word on the street ran that rebellion was coming. The seizure of two crates of rifles entering the city warranted the extra reinforcements.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Baghdad, The Nestorian Empire<br/>April 18th, 1881</span><br/><br/>The Baghdad Regiment was out in force on the streets, patrolling all quarters of the city. Broken into lances, and armed with the newest weapons and wearing desert regalia, the men were an impressive and intimidating sight. In a move to quell any more potential unrest, the Church Guard battalion that had arrived was used to man the Customs Stations, a task they were actually quite suited for. The Muslim Quarter, where about 40% of the cities residents and most of the Muslims lived, was patrolled by the Hashafi Battalions, the two all Muslim and one Muslim-Yazidi Volunteer Battalions in the Regiment. These battalions were composed of reliable, mostly non-sectarian, and pro-Empire Muslims. By joining, you were exempted from the Church Tax, and actually viewed better than NC soldiers by the NC populace. Though many Muslims viewed them as traitors, it was better that they were policed by Muslims than infidels. The Assyrian and Nestorian Quarters were patrolled by Regular Army Units. While this action might have been seen as oppressive anywhere else, riots and rebellions were almost annual in Baghdad. With the Kirkuk Regiment arriving in a week, and two Church Guard Battalions(these were 1,000 men), any revolt would be crushed rather quick.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Crimea, The Nestorian Empire<br/>April 22nd, 1881</span><br/><br/>In a series of recent arms deals with the Dutch and New France, some 45,000 rifles, 200 machine guns, and 200 artillery pieces were purchased. Fifty new cannons arrived in Crimea and were used in the creation of a new series of forts on both sides of the Kerch Straits.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Zabol, The Nestorian Empire<br/>April 30th, 1881</span><br/><br/>General Ahmed Maris commanded the Eastern Military Region and thus the Eastern Army. Of the four Armies, the Eastern had the largest area to command. And thus, while the Armies of Persia, Iraq, and Caucus had 33,000 men, his had 50,000. He also had, not under his command, quite a few Church Guard battalions. The Quartermaster-General had given the Church Guard along the Eastern Borders 20,000 of the new order rifles, while his command only got 5,000. He actually didn't mind, as maybe more than half of his force was composed of dragoons and cavalrymen, to which lever actions were easier. Plus, he got 50 new artillery pieces and 100 more Gatling guns for the Zabol Line.<br/><br/>Ahmed was very greatful for anything he could get at this point. Afghan smuggling had increased, and the Tajaka Turkmens were getting uppity again. The Afghans were also increasing artillery practice, seemed to be rotating in new troops. All of this was making Ahmed nervous, as he knew he was on the tail end of the supply chain, and that Zabol was a salient into Afghanistan.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bandar Abbas, The Nestorian Empire<br/>May 3rd, 1881</span><br/><br/>General Nechervan Idris Barzani was the only Kurdish General in the Church Guards. Not surprising really, most Kurds joined the Regular Army, as the Church Guard was largely composed of Latins and Georgians(Not that there was much difference anymore) or Tehrani Persians. Those were the fundamentalists that joined the Guard. Most Kurds were pragmatic, and a bit more laid back than the attitude that was prevalent in the Guard. Barzani has actually started in the Regular Army, but a shortage of qualified Generals in the Guard saw him transferred. He now controlled 5 Church Guard Battalions in the Expeditionary Brigade. The Expeditionary Brigade was one of ten such Brigades that formed the Church Guards. However this one wasn't meant for internal use or border patrol. The Expeditionary Brigade was used to suppress pirates, insurgents and even, unofficially, enter other countries and eliminate potential threats. Mostly though, suppressing pirate bases and tribes in Arabia. Today though, the Battalions were loading onto boats and transports and warships were taking victuals. Two waves were being sent, a ten days apart. To Muscat, in Oman. Why? Apparently the country was going to hell, and the Imperator wanted to expand Nestorian Influence. Not that it was likely to keep the influence, but rather to obtain it and sell it. 5,000 soldiers to the sultanate. Four steam ships carrying 5,000 men, two carrying artillery and horse, one for victuals, and three armored frigates, and one center battery battleship. It was, for the region, an impressive displays.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""ORBAT""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Church Guard Expeditionary Brigade ~ 5,000 men<br/>-1st Battalion<br/>-2nd Battalion<br/>-3rd Battalion<br/>-4th Battalion<br/>-5th Battalion<br/><br/>Expeditionary Flotilla<br/>-Steam Cargo Ships X 7<br/>-Armored Frigates X 3<br/>-Center Fire Battleship X1</div></div></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">We would like to ask you all to attend a Conference to discuss disputes between our nations causing great misfortune and mistreatment among all of our populations. As well we wish to see Stability returned to the area as well as discuss our spheres of influence in the area as currently their is conflict of interests in several areas across the Middle East. We would also like to discuss the recent Afghan Opium trade and the War in Egypt.<br/><br/>Signed, <br/>Sultan Naseer Hassen, Defender of the Islamic Faith, Sultan of Judea, Emir of Acre, Emir of Jerusalem, Emir of Syria, Emir of Adana, Emir of the Sinai, Emir of Jordan, Protector of the people of Judea, and Syria</div></div></div><br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>To: Sultan Naseer Hassen, Defender of the Islamic Faith, Sultan of Judea, Emir of Acre, Emir of Jerusalem, Emir of Syria, Emir of Adana, Emir of the Sinai, Emir of Jordan, Protector of the people of Judea, and Syria<br/>From: Imperator Yusuf Nestorius, Patriarch of Nestorius, Bishop of Nestoria, King of Georgia, King of Immenti, Emperor of Persia, Prince of Turmenistan, Prince of Kuwait, Protector of the Christians of the East, Lion of Qom<br/><br/>Greeting and Long Tidings Sultan Hassen, it has been long since We have corresponded with one of our fellow followers of the Abrahamic Faith. Indeed, the time has come for us to address the mistreatment of our fellow men within all our borders. For who are we to judge men before God? I will send my son, Mar Nestorius XII, Prince of Persia, to your conference. He has my full faith in negotiations regarding Sphere's of Influence, the War in Aegyptus, and the mistreatment of minorities. </div></blockquote>"
14300,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381&start=50,2014-12-24T14:35:00,Senkaku,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.crwflags.com/fotw/images/m/mn_emp_2.gif""/><br/><span style=""font-size: 250%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ikh Mongol Uls</span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">All Under the Blue Sky, Chapter Four: A Far Horizon</span></span></div><br/><hr/><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.bluepeak.net/mongolia/assets/photos/khankhoriin-els-2.jpg""/><br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://vimeo.com/114350322"" rel=""nofollow"">Gobi Desert, Neimongol Province</a></div><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-size: 70%; line-height: 116%;"">""<a class=""postlink"" href=""https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pldQvwXMGT0"" rel=""nofollow"">Conquering the world on horseback is easy; it is dismounting and governing that is hard.</a>""<br/>-Genghis Khan<br/></span></span><br/><hr/><br/><br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Viceroyalty of Yunnan<br/>West Tibet Province<br/>Gertse<br/>Governor's Palace</span><br/><hr/><br/><br/><br/><br/>Akjan Ciyakala, Governor of Gertse and by extension Western Tibet, was sitting at his desk in his study, filling out some forms for the Grand Secretariat, when a servant materialized at the door.<br/>""What is it?""<br/>""Governor, a man has arrived in the outer walls of the palace. He's waiting for you in the main courtyard, along with his little caravan.""<br/>""Why is he there, exactly?""<br/>""Sir, he claims to be an envoy of the Afghan king.""<br/>""An Afghan, hmm? We'll see about this. You said he had an entourage?""<br/>""Yes sir. I believe the guards are searching them now, just to ensure that we're all completely safe.""<br/>Akjan stood, wincing as his knees complained against the sudden movement. Gertse's chilliness and high altitude were a sharp change from his last posting, in Hangzhou, by the sea in eastern China.<br/>He was not pleased about his sudden change, nor the reasons behind it, but Akjan Ciyakala was nothing if not a servant of the Empire, and so here he was, in Gertse. The Governor descended down each flight of stairs, walking down the long, chilly, Spartan stone hallways of the fortresslike governor's palace, until he came to the forbidding oaken doors that led to the outer courtyard. Four guards pushed the huge doors open, and Akjan stepped forward, flanked by two guards.<br/>The Afghan, looking quite tired, was leaning against his horse. Behind him there were several packhorses, as well as a few sherpas who had likely been his guides and guards on the trip from Afghanistan, across the Hindu Kush and the far horizon. Akjan snapped his fingers at one of the sherpas, speaking the local Tibetan dialect.<br/>""Translate for me.""<br/>""Honored governor, this man speaks Chinese. You may-""<br/>""I don't want to speak to him in Chinese. Translate.""<br/>The man bowed. ""Yes, Governor.""<br/>Akjan was about to ask his first question when the two guards searching the last packhorse suddenly gave cries of surprise. The Governor stepped back, glancing at what they'd found, and his face suddenly set in an expression of cold rage.<br/>He spoke quietly, in Chinese. ""How<span style=""font-style: italic"">dare</span>you smuggle opium here, you vile piece of barbarian scum? Into the very walls of my palace! We want none of your disgusting Afghan narcotic here!"" He switched back to Tibetan. ""Guards! Arrest them all!""<br/>The sherpa he had spoken to dropped to his knees. ""Please, Governor, wait, he is a diplomat-""<br/>Akjan delivered a vicious backhand to the man's face, knocking him onto the cobbles. ""Take them all to the dungeons. They're opium smugglers.""<br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Kalmar Union<br/>Stockholm</span><br/><hr/><br/><br/><br/>To Temür, Stockholm so far seemed a rather drab city. The cool and bright sun reminded him of Manchuria or the Himalayas, but the buildings were, for the most part, dull and short- nothing like the vast ice buildings that were sometimes built in Harbin, or the great temples of Tibet, and certainly far less exciting than the great imperial capital at Khanbaliq.<br/>He did feel somewhat proud, though, for having learned the language quite well on the voyage. Granted, Temür and many other citizens of the empire seemed gifted with languages, and knew many, but it was his second time only learning a European language- he had rudimentary Franque, though he spoke with a bad accent.<br/>But despite the pleasure of having learned another language, Temür was, in general, bored out of his skull. There would be no partying here in thoroughly Christian, chilly, boring Stockholm, no rides along the endless steppe or firefights with Kyrgyz rebels. There wouldn't be cockfights or wrestling, certainly no gambling or whoring, and he knew he shouldn't- nay, couldn't- drink (much) or get in any fights while he was here. He was the khagan's son, the sole representative of the greatest empire on Earth in a foreign land.<br/>Responsibility was a boring thing.<br/>The Mongol prince looked out the carriage window as it bumped over the cobblestones, trundling towards their destination. He detested the European fashion for carriages as much as he hated, for whatever reason, palanquins and sedan cars. Temür had always preferred to ride his own damn horse, thank you very much. His father had always teased his mother about having more Mongol blood in her than they'd thought- just look at their son, a Mongol through and through! And while it was not true- Temür knew it as well as anyone- it was still a compliment, especially from his father, who truly lived up to the name of Kublai.<br/>They finally arrived, the driver cracking his stupid whip at the horses to instruct them to halt.<br/>Bayan spoke up, as usual, speaking an obvious truth. ""We're here, my lord.""<br/>""So we are,"" Temür sighed. ""Get the door.""<br/>His guard hurried to open the door for him, and the fifth son of Kublai Khan, Prince Temür, stepped out of the carriage. He was wearing a thick, black felt tunic, similar to that an elite rider in the imperial guard or a high-ranking mandarin might wear, trimmed with jet-black mink around the throat and wrists, and closed with a black silk belt. He had opted not to wear a hat- apparently here it was considered rude to wear a hat during prayer or during a funeral- but his dress was clearly Mongol.<br/>He went through the formalities with proper etiquette, not drawing too much attention to himself if he could help it- he was an Oriental man, in Mongol dress, speaking the language with barely any accent, so he would be getting plenty already. He expressed his- and the khagan's- deepest regrets for her own and for all of Scandinavia's loss to the Queen, and made little talk of real political consequence with the Chancellor, besides again expressing his sorrow and hinting that Scandinavia might be of interest as a partner to the Mongol Empire. Then he greeted each princess in turn, ending with Christine. His quick glance over the Crown Princess was nothing unusual, extended, or out of the ordinary, but Temür quickly took her in- and liked what he saw. Her dress and veil hardly flattered her, but he suspected that were she not bundled up like an Afghan Muslim woman, she would be quite beautiful. Temür even felt a little bad for her- right after her father's death, she was being paraded like a racing horse up for bids (though by her clothing, Temür suspected Europeans put paper bags over their racehorses' heads so none could get a good look at them). Any proper Mongol woman would wait her full mourning period before even<span style=""font-style: italic"">considering</span>taking a husband. He almost wished he could do something to help her, and though he continued to move normally, he suddenly had the oddest feeling.<br/>He mentally shrugged it off. Westerners were a strange bunch. No wonder he was feeling strange. And anyways, with a German prince in the crowd, Temür suspected Princess Christine- and more importantly her mother- would have already made her decision, and it likely would mean he would be back in Khanbaliq very soon.<br/>""Your Highness. I regret we could not meet under happier circumstances,"" he said politely.<span style=""font-style: italic"">And I doubt we'll ever speak again,</span>he didn't add.<br/><hr/><br/><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Kalmar Union""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><div align=""center""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.crwflags.com/fotw/images/m/mn_emp_2.gif""/><br/><span style=""color: #FFBF00""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">IKH MONGOL ULS</span></span><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">From the Foreign Ministry of the Mongol Empire</span><br/><br/>Greetings. The Khagan is distraught to hear of the death of the noble and proud Scandinavian king, and will send his son, the Prince Temür, to pay the Empire's respects. We, as the rest of the world must be, are deeply saddened by this terrible loss, and our thoughts are with the royal family and the people of Scandinavia as they go through this difficult time.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Yours,</span><br/>Sun Liu<br/>Chief Minister of the Grand Secretariat<br/>Senior Secretary of Foreign Affairs</blockquote></div></div></div></div><br/><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">POST SUMMARY:</span><br/><br/><br/>Fuck it all, I can't be arsed to write more. Maybe I'll add some later.<br/>-The Afghan ""ambassador"" is being held in the dungeons of Gertse, along with his party, for opium smuggling.<br/>-Temür has basically already written off his chances on getting the Crown Princess but think's she's real purdy.<br/>-Assume that there's court intrigue and plotting going on, and that the Communists are doing some shady shit, as usual."
14301,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381&start=50,2014-12-24T18:55:00,Paketo,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://pontosforum.fr.yuku.com/attach/ma/post-3-1245112207.jpg""/></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">30 miles east of Alexandria, Egypt<br/>April 29th 1881</span><br/><br/>The numerous transport ships sat moored in the mediterranean as troops poured onto shore as part of the Pontic invasion force sent in support of the Dual Kingdom in their conquest of Egypt. The entire force of 12,000 was almost completely landed on the shores of egypt and only 2,000 troops still remained on the ships. Their<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://weaponsandwarfare.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/04/turkishcrimea-500x310.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">blue uniforms</a>stood out against the hot desert sand and the light purple uniform of Pontius stood out the most among the men. He ordered troops and supplies around setting up temporary camp until the entire army was landed and they could move out the next morning.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Alexandria, Egypt<br/>6:00 pm May 2nd 1881</span><br/><br/>The first vanguard of the Pontic force of 12000 came in sight of Alexandria after a hard day's march much to the relief of the men. DK forces had already arrived and were laying siege to the so called Capitol of the purples in this civil that was going on in egypt. Though the DK wanted to outright annex Egypt, Constantine had other ideas. The main one being to make the sultan a dual kingdom puppet ruler as a way to keep order within Egypt after the victory.<br/><br/><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Pontic ORBAT""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Pontius' Royal Guard <br/>-1500 Pontic line infantry<br/>-1000 Pontic heavy cavalry <br/>-500 artillery men <br/><br/>Cilicia light guard<br/>-500 Pontic skirmishes <br/>-1600 Pontic line infantry<br/>-700 Pontic light Calvary<br/>-200 Artillery men<br/><br/>Flames of Hestia<br/>- 2000 Pontic line infantry <br/>-400 Pontic heavy cavalry <br/>-600 artillery men <br/><br/>Zeus' flying column <br/>-1000 Pontic skirmishers<br/>-400 Pontic light cavalry <br/>-100 light artillery men <br/><br/>Flying Column of Zeus Stratios <br/>-1000 Pontic skirmishers<br/>-400 Pontic light cavalry <br/>-100 light artillery men</div></div></div><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://pontosforum.fr.yuku.com/attach/ma/post-3-1245112207.jpg""/></div><br/><br/>To: The Sultan of Judea<br/>From: His grace, Leon Pontus II of the Kingdom of Pontus<br/><br/>I, King Leon Pontus II of the kingdom of Pontus, will send a delegate to this conference of yours in the form of my eldest daughter. I would attend myself but am unable and my eldest son is away on campaign. <br/><br/>King Leon Pontus II</blockquote><br/><br/>things to come<br/>continued thing on communist"
14302,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381&start=50,2014-12-24T20:49:00,Hastagia,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://static.squarespace.com/static/52f7e706e4b0430a990a996f/53238535e4b0fbe07f9aceff/53238557e4b094a873b7bbf6/1394836824491/royal-coat-of-arms-of-egypt.png""/></div><br/><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #008000"">Sultanate of Judea</span></span></div><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-size: 125%; line-height: 116%;"">2nd of June, 1881</span></div><br/><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #008000"">Port Fouad, Egypt</span></span></div><br/><span style=""margin-left: 6px;"">Sul had made Port Fouad his base of operations as he ordered the 24,000 men onward to Cairo to lay siege and conquer it. He had left the 1st Infantry Regiment of Judea to defend Port Fouad from possible Egyptian attack. The 5 Brigades had been put under the command of Brigadier General Shafeeq Azzam and was ordered to conquer Cairo and burn everything in between. Sul sighed as he realized what was going to happen. The death of his men, everyday he was tempted to send the order to retreat back home but knew he would be a coward if he did so and would be replaced by a more ""capable and willing"" general. He slammed his hand down on the table and turned around to look out a window to see the harbor and opening of the Suez. He starred into the endless ocean as his thoughts traveled home.</span></blockquote><br/><br/>WIP<br/>Telling a little about the troops marching and the crazy Sultan.<br/><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""ORBAT""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Army of the Sinai</span></span></span>(Heading to Cairo)<br/>Consists of 24,000 Men<br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">1st Infantry Brigade</span></span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">5th Infantry Regiment of Jordan</span><br/>1,000 Riflemen<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">18th Infantry Regiment of Syria ""Protectors of Islam""</span><br/>1,000 Riflemen<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">3rd Infantry Regiment of Anatolia</span><br/>1,000 Riflemen<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">1st Artillery Battalion</span><br/>300 Men operating Cannon and Artillery, 25 Cannon and Artillery Pieces <br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">1st Royal Infantry of Jerusalem(Assigned to the 1st Artillery Battalion)</span><br/>700 Riflemen</div></div></div><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">3rd Infantry Brigade</span></span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">1st Infantry Regiment of the Sinai</span><br/>1,000 Riflemen<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">5th Infantry Regiment of Anatolia</span><br/>1,000 Riflemen<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">12th Infantry Regiment of Judea</span><br/>1,000 Riflemen<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">2nd Infantry Regiment of Judea</span><br/>1,000 Riflemen<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">5th Infantry Regiment of Lebanon</span><br/>1,000 Riflemen</div></div></div><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">5th Infantry Brigade</span></span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">11th Infantry Regiment of the Sinai</span><br/>1,000 Riflemen<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">5th Infantry Regiment of Jordan</span><br/>1,000 Riflemen<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">24th Infantry Regiment of Judea</span><br/>1,000 Riflemen<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">14th Infantry Regiment of Judea</span><br/>1,000 Riflemen<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">8th Infantry Regiment of Judea</span><br/>1,000 Riflemen</div></div></div><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">1st Royal Infantry Brigade</span></span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">2nd Palace Guards of Haifa</span><br/>1,500 Riflemen 1,000 Cavalrymen<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">1st Guards Regiment of Petah</span><br/>2,500 Riflemen</div></div></div><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">1st Cavalry Brigade</span></span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">1st Cavalry Regiment of Judea</span><br/>2,500 Cavalrymen<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">2nd Cavalry Regiment of Judea</span><br/>2,000 Cavalrymen 500 Men operating Horse Artillery 25 Cannon</div></div></div><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Detachment of the Army of Cairo</span></span></span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">1st Infantry Regiment of Judea ""Judea's Guardians""</span><br/>1,000 Riflemen</div></div></div>"
14303,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381&start=50,2014-12-24T21:09:00,Carathon,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #FFBF00""><del>Status Pontificius</del></span></span></span></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/a/aa/Flag_of_the_Italian_Republic_%281802%29.svg/480px-Flag_of_the_Italian_Republic_%281802%29.svg.png""/><br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 130%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #FFBF00""><del>The Papal States</del></span></span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 140%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: green"">Viva la Rivoluzione!</span></span></span><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""color: #000001""><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold""> The Vatican is burning! The Vatican is Burning! Good help us, Saint Peter is Churning!<br/><br/>Look upon it, young sons, look upon Old Aurelius holding ye' tricolor and savor. <br/>Lest you get cut down by the Ancient Regime's sabre.<br/>Gather thy' neighbour and may thy' never waiver!<br/><br/> The Vatican is burning! The Vatican is Burning! Good help us, Old Saint Peter is a-churning!<br/><br/>The road shall be long and harsh,<br/>To fight through the ermine devil's farce!<br/>bold and foolish, we shall be equal parts!<br/><br/> The Vatican is burning! The Vatican is Burning! God help us, our Good Saint is a-churning!<br/><br/><br/><br/> </span></span></span></span></blockquote></div><br/><br/>-<span style=""font-style: italic""> A common marching Rhyme of the Italian Revolutionaries </span><br/><br/><br/>Chapter 2<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;"">The Last of a Dying Breed</span></span></div><br/><table border=""1"" cellpadding=""0"" cellspacing=""0"" width=""85%""></table><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Roman Republic<br/>Rome</span><br/><br/>Consul Francesco Maellini stroked his goatee ponderously, watching as another group of wailing Catholic bishops were tried by a jury. They were accused of accepting illegal Papal Indulgences by misling the local populace into believing a small fee will grant ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">remission of your sins in heaven.</span>"" His fellow Consul, Aurelio Berozini, served as Judge. Aurelio wasn't quite the sauve speaker that Francesco was - being a rough and tumble sort of fellow - but he was a committed Liberal, the son of a decorated officer in the Papal Militia and as dedicated to the cause as any. One by one, he watched as toothless women suckling babes, old beggars and even a few disgruntled men in stained suits all coming forth to collaborate the charges. At first, the holy-men seemed confident in their faith of god delivering them from a gruesome fate, and yet as the trial dragged on, sweat stained their white robes grey, some placed their faces into their hands and others covered their heads with their robes, unwilling to look at this ""farce"" any-longer.<br/><br/>Since every man and woman wronged by the allegedly criminal holy-men were entitled to a hefty reinburstment from their soon-to-be confiscated estates, the Consul did not deny that most of them simply fabricated stories in order to line their pockets. But it mattered not, the revolutionary fervor demanded blood.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">And so they shall have it.</span>He thought to himself. Soon enough, kicking and screaming the Bishops were dragged to a hastily constructed gallows and promising divine retribution all the while, they were sent to Jesus himself to face their final judgement. Each time necks were snapped, blood was choked upon and carcasses hanging like pieces of choice meat in the butcher's window the gallows creaked more and more. When the final round of executions came about, the gallows quite literally snapped in half, resulting in the macabrely comical sight of priests and bishops scurrying about - with the nooses still tied around their necks no less - like mice fleeing from cats, before being seized and executed with single gun-shots.<br/><br/>Some of the jury were visibly queasy and nervous over their decision, but most of them were nothing but vindicated in their cause even further. Aurelio's scarred face twisted into a humorless sneer. ""Bring in the over-zealous Swiss Guards!"" Aurelio turned to directly face his fellow Consul, smiled and winked. Francesco had enough, and promptly exited the ancient Temple of Jupiter where the trials were being held, and made his way towards the Vatican, where plumes of smoke floated up from.<br/><br/>He stepped through Rome. All the while, he cheerfully greeted by the town-folk and Revolutionary Militia. ""Ave, Consul!"" They gleefully spoke to him as he passed. Francesco was the first fairly elected official along with his two other fellow Consuls that the Roman people had in centuries. The Consul passed by the Equine statue of Marcus Aurelius triumphant, untouched by looters except for a Italian tricolour placed firmly within his stony grasp. He even stopped to observe the building of barricades by the Militia in anticipation of inevitable counter-attacks. Men and women a-like stacked bricks and marble, hastily torn from buildings, moving with a diligent fervor the likes of which the Counsul had never witnessed.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://static.habsburger.net/files/styles/large/public/originale/josef_heiche_wiener_revolution_1848_barrikade_beim_alten_mautgebaeude_in_der_postgasse_mit_akademischen_legionaeren_lithogr_original.jpg""/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Amazing what simply having a <span style=""font-weight: bold"">purpose</span> can do to invigorate a populace"" - Francesco Maellini </span></div><br/><br/>Francesco sighed to himself, and resumed his trek to Vatican. Naught but a few weeks ago, were the Swiss Guard and the Papal Volunteers overwhelmed and butchered to the man. The Pope himself, that slippery cunt, had managed to escape however - with a large numbers of his Cardinals. Except for one they had found in a whore-house who was quickly given a trial, stripped of his vestments by a Bishop ""loyal"" to the people and promptly executed by guillotine.<br/><br/>However at the gates of Rome, another massive crowd gathered and he heard distant yelling. Nodding at several men with cockades and tri-coloured sashes, he was escorted through the crowd until he found himself looking at the center of attention.<br/><br/>There stood a unusually tall man, with light blond hair and blue eyes.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Am I'm looking at some Nordphile's wet dream?</span>He asked himself, before clearing his throat and speaking.<br/><br/>""Identify yourself!""<br/><br/>He turned to the Consul and smirked.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">""Napoleon the Third; King of Rome.""</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Bullshit!""</span>Came several cries. A gob of spit even impacted the cheek of the Bonaparte claimant. A unfaltering smile still on his face, he wiped the saliva off of his face and motioned to one of the body-guards escorting him. A drew a suit-case from one of their grips, with a flick of the hand opened it, and drew to his palms, a circlet upon a red pillow.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/c/ce/Corona_ferrea.png/320px-Corona_ferrea.png""/></div><br/><br/>""You know what this is, no?"" The self-proclaimed King of Rome posed to the Consul. Many of his subordinates scratched their heads in confusion of the significance of this ornate crown, but Francesco Maellini knew exactly what it was. ""The Iron Crown of Lombardy."" Napoleon nodded. ""Correct - my Grandfather crowned himself with it, and Eugène de Beauharnais took it with him when Italy was abandoned.""<br/><br/>""Easily a forgery."" Another man riposted with. Napoleon stifled a chuckle. ""Bring me any historian, any jewel or treasure expert and he will tell you that this is truly the Iron Crown - forged from a nail of Christ."" The Consul grunted.<br/><br/>""We did not spill blood just to be ruled by another tyrant.""<br/><br/>""Tyrant? Napoleon II, my father was declared to be the rightful King of Rome. He died in exile, so thusly his claim falls to me. But make no mistake, I am not here to subjugate you, to treat you as cannon fodder for idle wars of ambition. I embrace the enlightment, the constitution and democracy. I am not the King of nobles, nor wealth and excess - but a King as god determined it to be, a King that leads his people into peace, prosperity and glory!""<br/><br/>Francesco scoffed. ""I have heard such rhetoric before.""<br/><br/>""My name carries much authority and power - but I shall not force myself upon the people. I intend to rule as King and Proconsul, subordinate to my citizens and the idea of a united, free Italy - and Europe, perhaps. If they shall not have me, then I shall relinquish the crown and be off on my way. What say you?""<br/><br/>The Consul laughed. ""Shall you lead us to Russia to be frozen like your great fore-father?""<br/><br/>""Napoleon the First was defeated by traitorous Britons and Russian winter."" He extended his arms. ""As you can see, neither resides here."" The self-proclaimed King of Rome turned to the crowd. ""So, shall you have me?""<br/><br/>Silence reigned supreme. Then, came the bellowing cry - surprising Napoleon as much as anyone else, as he had expected to be rejected, to be hung as a petty despot grasping at power and past glories.<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">AVE NAPOLEON! VIVA LA KING OF ROME!</span></span>""<br/><br/>Perhaps it was a band-wagon, perhaps the people were intoxicated upon the idea of revolution.<br/><br/>Perhaps it was madness, but regardless the cry came uncontrolled.<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">AVE NAPOLEON! VIVA LA KING OF ROME!</span></span>""<br/><br/>Smiling, Napoleon turned to an awe-struck Francesco.<br/><br/>""Of course, I would not de-throne the Consuls justly elected by the people. I offer you to serve under me, with the rest of your men.""<br/><br/>Napoleon extended his hand.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Fuck it.</span><br/><br/>With no other choice, Francesco took it.<br/><br/><table border=""1"" cellpadding=""0"" cellspacing=""0"" width=""85%""></table><br/><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""color: Green"">The Kingdom of Rome</span></span></span><br/><table border=""1"" cellpadding=""0"" cellspacing=""0"" width=""85%""></table><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/1/15/Grand_coat_of_arms_of_Eug%C3%A8ne_de_Beauharnais_as_viceroy_of_Italy2.svg/200px-Grand_coat_of_arms_of_Eug%C3%A8ne_de_Beauharnais_as_viceroy_of_Italy2.svg.png""/><br/><span style=""color: Green""><span style=""font-style: italic"">For Italia</span></span><br/><table border=""1"" cellpadding=""0"" cellspacing=""0"" width=""85%""></table></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">A open letter to Europe</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">The Pope has been vanquished by the waves of Revolution. I, Napoleon III, King of Rome offers each and every Italian a opportunity to lay their weapons, cease fighting for the ambitions of petty despots and join a free and democratic union of Italy. Make no mistake, the forebearers of the corrupt Ancien Régime are the last of a dying breed. They cannot resist the wills of the very people they rule and oppress. <br/><br/>Join, and all crimes will be forgiven. Otherwise, prepare to meet steel.<br/><br/>François Charles Joseph Bonaparte, King and Proconsul of Rome, Napoléon III <br/><br/><table border=""1"" cellpadding=""0"" cellspacing=""0"" width=""85%""></table></span></blockquote><br/><br/><table border=""1"" cellpadding=""0"" cellspacing=""0"" width=""85%""></table><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Miscellaneous Actions:</span><br/><br/>-The Pope flees to New France.<br/>-Napoleon aids the Revolutionary military forces in preparing themselves for battle.<br/>-The Revolutionaries send out requests for aid, volunteers and loans.<br/><br/><table border=""1"" cellpadding=""0"" cellspacing=""0"" width=""85%""></table><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value="" Revolutionary ORBAT ""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">To be determined, requesting aid of OPs / Co-OPs</div></div></div>"
14304,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381&start=50,2014-12-25T02:48:00,Sasutary Island,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">The Kingdom of Afghanistan<br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/8/8b/Flag_of_Afghanistan_%281931%E2%80%931973%29.svg/320px-Flag_of_Afghanistan_%281931%E2%80%931973%29.svg.png""/><br/>خدا نجات پادشاه</span></div><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i.imgur.com/jLm52wD.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Persian Defensive Line</a>, 4th Westerner Howitzers<br/>30 May 1881</span><br/><br/>The men of the 4th Howitzers were strewn across the floor, consuming their lunch, chatting and playing cards. Most of the 4th Howitzers were of Western descent, hence the name, and were a new batch of soldiers recruited for the 'impending war', as many of their superiors said. But for the meanwhile, there was to be no war, and any war that should happen would be haplessly beaten back, either in the mountain passes or the steppes of Afghanistan. At least that was what their Generals said. The men were pre-occupied with other things to worry about the endless droning of elderly Generals. There were however, distinct, young and fresh officers who had the pleasure of joining up in the Kabul Military Academy, where aspiring young men hope that one day they would ear their brass. Trained by foreign educated officers, these men were put to the rigors that every ordinary soldier would face for 15 years, before a selected few of a class of 90 were chosen to be Afghanistan's next generals.<br/><br/>The 4th Howitzers stood by, as their orders arrived by Telegram from High Command. As part of their weekly exercise, they were ordered to bombard the border between Afghanistan and Nestoria, with<span style=""font-weight: bold"">live</span>ammunition. The men warmed up and carried the shells next to their guns. Artillery officers checked their watches, 9.20 am was the time of bombardment, when hundreds, if not thousands of the guns all across the border with Nestoria opened fire. The men were visibly shaken as they were handed, one by one, their deadly payload. As forward scouts reported that no Nestorian civilian or military personnel was at the border at that time, the order finally came in. The 90mm shells were loaded, the distance calculated the speed and wind all factored in. The Howitzers rose up above the horizon, their men were silenced, the the officer shouted the final command;<span style=""font-weight: bold"">FIRE!</span><br/><br/>The deafening roar could be heard as far as the front-line trenches, their shells streaked overhead before a deafening bang, louder than anything ever heard before. The shells landed right on target, and spewed large amounts of Sand and Dust into the air; the shell craters over 9 feet deep and 35 feet in diameter. The men shocked and their spirits raised at the same time, while ducking for cover as the subsequent shells landed. The city of Zabol was known as the Zabol Pocket by the men. Should there be any conflict, it would be wise that Zabol be the first target for the Army; its Artillery coverage from 3 sides of the Pocket would assist greatly in besieging and capturing the town, viewed as the ""Gateway to Nestorius"".<br/><br/>The half hour practice was ended. The men returned to their off-duty time-killers, and the officers retired to their carriages for supper. The men in the Persian Defensive Line got back to work, widening what was viewed as a<span style=""font-weight: bold"">'Glorified Latrine'</span>by the men. The heat of the steppes was countered with the cooling breeze of the wind. The previous Regiments that were based in the Defensive lines were called back, their wages cut in half as they were perceived as to be in no danger. They could, if they wished, be hired for a civilian or private job for the time-being as part of the Government's plan to reduce the AP 20,000 debt problem. The Persian Defensive Line's previous 1 and a quarter regiments (of the Greater Herat Regiment and Border Guard; 10,000 men) were replaced by the new, green Afghan Territorial Army, of whom were paid less than the regulars and numbered (along the Persian Defensive Line) roughly 11,000 of the 14,820 in total. By now a 4 month old regiment, but still required much work from their officers to get these 'city boys' into shape. Behind the lines, a crude obstacle course was built, with live-firing tests happening in the Frontline trenches itself. Pushed to the human limit by their officers, these new greens carried 1/4 of their body-weight around the trenches on their backs from 9am to 12pm. Mandatory fitness tests were carried out twice a month, at random most of the time, and disciplinary actions were carried out without pity, with desertion of post being the most serious, carrying the sentence of 10 flogs.<br/><br/>In the dead of Night, a Gardner & Gatling gun team let loose a tirade of bullets, aimed above a man-made depression tens of metres. In that depression, was a platoon of men of the<span style=""font-weight: bold"">1st Hyderabad Fusiliers</span>, during their weekly training exercise. If any man were to crack at the sound of whizzing bullets above them and stand up, the Gatling and Gardner gun crews were not allowed to stop firing. This was an aspect of daily trench life, as 4 platoons are chosen each week to crawl 500m under a hailstorm of lead. Casualties were rare, but there was the odd, usually pampered, soldier who stood up mid training, before being mercilessly peppered with bullets. But the men in the trenches could only watch on as a few were cut down. Surely this would not go down well with their parents, but it was all part of their military protocol. And good training for the Crews too.<br/><br/>After this ended, parties of Sappers would move up and cover the depression with earth dug out from their trenches."
14305,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381&start=50,2014-12-25T03:41:00,The Nation of Hay,"<div align=""center""><span style=""color: #804000""><hr/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.crwflags.com/fotw/images/m/mg_merin.gif""/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">The Merina Kingdom</span></span></span><hr/></div><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Antananarivo<br/>May 16th, 1881</span><br/><br/>""And what of the most recent raid on the<span style=""font-style: italic"">vondronosy</span>, to the West?"" The queen Ranavalona asked the man addressing her, her gaze steady but not full of interest.<br/><br/>""Do you speak of Komori, my queen?"" The dark-skinned man said in reply, furrowing his brow. The only real name for the island chain to which they both were referring was the name its inhabitants used, the Arabic<span style=""font-style: italic"">Qamar</span>or<span style=""font-style: italic"">Komori</span>.<br/><br/>""I do, Khalahane, though you know how little I care for the tongues of foreigners.""<br/><br/>Khalahane was slightly frustrated by his queen's difficulty, though he did not show it. Khalahane was good at hiding his emotions, an important feat for a small man such as himself. Standing at a meager 5 feet tall, Khalahane learned early on that it was in his best interests to appease the people in his company, lest he end up in poor circumstance.<br/><br/>With a deep breath he continued, ""Yes, my queen. The men sent West to raid the islands returned nearly unscathed, save a handful of men who were injured while harassing some of the local wildlife.""<br/><br/>""And how many<span style=""font-style: italic"">andevo</span>did they return with?""<br/><br/>""Over a hundred, my queen. Only the strongest looking men were taken to work the fields, and only the best looking women were taken to fuck."" Khalahane smirked slightly at this, almost as if he were responsible for the selection of slaves that were captured. Quickly he returned his bristly jaw to a more serious position.<br/><br/>""That is a good catch, wouldn't you agree, Khalahane?""<br/><br/>""Yes my queen.""<br/><br/>""You know, Khalahane, I've been thinking. These islands to the West, though small, have a great deal of fruits and livestock that could much more easily be exploited by us Merina than the natives. It has also become apparent to me that it could be much more efficient to collect<span style=""font-style: italic"">andevo</span>with a base established in the archipelago.""<br/><br/>""So what are you suggesting, my queen?"" Khalahane asked out of politeness, as it was obvious what his lady was proposing.<br/><br/>""I am suggesting - nay, commanding - that a Merina port be founded on the most populous of the islands, as well as smaller settlements be raised on the other three.""<br/><br/>""Shall I gather an expedition, my queen?""<br/><br/>""Yes. Assemble two-hundred soldiers and half as many wives to be sent to each island, and an extra fifty slaves to be sent to the main island. Perhaps, after these initial trading posts and naval bases are established, work can begin on assimilating the natives.""<br/><br/>""Yes, my queen, I'll begin immediately.""<br/><br/>""You are dismissed, Khalahane.""<br/><br/>""Thank you, my queen.""<br/><br/>With this, Khalahane strode to the queen's throne and kissed her ring, as was customary when dismissed. He was waved away and returned down the steps. He struck opened the massive wooden door leading to the palace, and the midday light shone through, making visible the dust in the air. The door shut with a loud slam, and the chamber returned to its torch-lit state. The only sound for a long period after were the occasional deep breaths of the palace guards.<br/><br/>After what seemed like an hour, though, in reality, was only several minutes, the queen arose from her throne. As she stood, her gray silk dress fell to the ground, covering her feet. It was a lovely dress, embroidered with with gold fringe and trim. She wore a silk lamba, which fell negligently from her shoulders. Her hair was black, and beautifully arranged; she did not wear a crown, but from the hair at the top of her head there depended the long fine gold chain ending in a gold tassel which only the queen can wear. Her complexion was darkened by the poor light, but in the sun it shone to be dark olive, much alike those who hail from Egypt.<br/><br/>""Now,"" the queen began, addressing the entire room, ""Where is my Bishop?""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Mahajanga, North Imerina<br/>June 8th, 1881</span><br/><br/>The heat of the summer sun beat upon the men constructing the new church. Eight dozen men - a mixture of slaves, volunteers, and paid laborers - worked tirelessly on the project. The church they were building was not massive, but was much larger than the temples that the locals were used to. Fifty feet by twenty was laid out as the foundatin, and the roof was to be sixteen feet high. A wooden frame was already mostly established, though several men still worked on finishing it. Most of the work now, however, was beginning the brick walls. Buckets of cement were abundant, and huge piles of dust-colored blocks were scattered around the construction site. The<span style=""font-style: italic"">thud-thud-thud</span>of hammers rang throughout the town, as did the cursing and spitting of the workers. The multi-colored tropical birds that were native to the island flocked among the trees in hopes of catching a glimpse of the new building.<br/><br/>""Why does the<span style=""font-style: italic"">queen</span>desire such a lavish symbol of her impudence in such a small town?"" One of the workmen asked his fellow workman, obviously upset.<br/><br/>The other man spat. ""The foolish<span style=""font-style: italic"">Christians</span>have a hold over her, Sitraka; she has diverged from her faith and the faith of her people. Even now, more and more Merina are joining her in renouncing our ""pagan"" ways. The purpose of this building is to assist in the conversion of our people to her new religion."" The man took a break from the heavy brick lifting he was doing, sore muscles rippling with the strain. He began to massage his arms as he sat on a pile of bricks.<br/><br/>As the first man, Sitraka, opened his mouth to begin speaking, shouts were heard. Both men quickly jerked their heads towards the yelling and stood. A dozen men were standing, arguing at the head of construction. It was not easy to make out what they were saying exactly, but it sounded as though they were upset about the Chrisitianization of Merina, and, more particularly, the Christianization of Mahajanga. The twelve sweaty angry men were very unhappy with the foreman; the shouting turned into a frenzied screaming. In a fit of rage, the man at the head of the group picked up a brick and smashed it over the head of the supervisor, causing him to fall unconscious into the yellow grass, now stained red with blood.<br/><br/>More shouting commenced, and soon a chant broke out criticizing the queen. The more quick-to-temper workers began disassembling the construction, while others still began to chase down and attack the fleeing preachers. Most of the men, however, did not join in, and instead fled into the town.<br/><br/>Soon enough, the guard arrived. Nearly thirty armed soldiers, dressed in the customary white coat and pant, stood face to face against the rioting protesters. The men held their rifles against their chests, with their black hands and blood-red cuffs showing against the angry mob. The captain, told apart by his white and red cap, fired a single shot into the air from his sidearm.<br/><br/>""Get back to work, filth!"" He yelled, his deep voice full of discipline.<br/><br/>The men quieted down, but did not return to work. The left what they were doing, turned towards the soldiers, and began to walk angrily. Soon enough, the march turned into a charge, and the dissenters were upon the force, kicking and biting and punching. The bloodshed that followed was not great, but it became a part of Merina history. After the initial attack, the armed soldiers easily overcame their assailants. Only fourteen men were killed, most of whom were civilians.<br/><br/>Work soon resumed on the church, and on the churches that had been commissioned in every other town in the kingdom. The queen had established a Christian population in Imerina. Soon, the new state church would aid in the planned centralization of the Merina Kingdom."
14306,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381&start=50,2014-12-26T09:27:00,The Khedive,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/e/ec/Flag_of_the_German_Empire.svg/320px-Flag_of_the_German_Empire.svg.png""/></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">HRH Friedrich Wilhelm the Younger<br/><br/>The City of Stockholm<br/>Stockholm County<br/>Kalmar Union of Scandinavia<br/><br/>20. April. 1881</span></span><br/><br/>Everywhere, the monarchs of Europe were like gaslights in the night fading out one by one, or more aptly abruptly dropping dead, leaving the Concert of Europe like the dénouement of Macbeth. He had met the late Gustaf once, as a younger child, on a visit with Bismarck . Now so many years had passed, and whilst he was a man grown, the Wittelsbach would soon be interred in an ancestral tomb deep within the embrace of the earth's bowels. So went the cycle of life. Even presidents like that most agreeable Herr in Francia shot dead by anarchists were not safe. And what were the odds that grandfather and father too would meet their ends, leaving him in possession of the throne?<br/><br/>1881 was to be known as a year of death.<br/><br/>Shaking from this thought, Fritz brushed the curtains aside, then regretted almost immediately. Gripping his coat tight, it was not the bright of sunlight that left him contrite, but that most tortured gripe of blinding white that at its height they called winter. But whereas the first breath of spring had skirted the snows of Germany, here in Scandinavia hoary Boreas remained seated firmly on his throne of frost. You could smell that smell of winter, its crisp tone in the timbre of the air. He went riding a few days ago, and witnessed the harsh landscapes with its steep crags, mountains reaching into the mist, and sprawling marble forests amidst rolling hills produced a most foreboding image of greys and whites. They passed towns, cities, and shores, but none rivalled that sight. So many years had passed, yet so little had changed. The sight he saw that morning was the Scandinavia of his childhood.<br/><br/>""Worried, Your Highness?"" Cousin Leopold Hohenzollern-Sigmaringen broke the silence, stirring him from an uneventful ride.<br/><br/>""Whatever for?""<br/><br/>""Meeting your future bride?""<br/><br/>Fritz chuckled, almost surprised. ""You heard?""<br/><br/>""Your mother has stressed a great deal about this betrothal with House Wittelsbach.""<br/><br/>""And I'm sure Miss Kristie will be just fine.""<br/><br/>Leopold tsked sadly. ""Marrying into another royal household is a big step, Willie. Especially when its no longer Hesse-Kassel or Baden we're talking about, but Scandinavia.""<br/><br/>""It's a betrothal, not an armistice.""<br/><br/>""Sometimes you can hardly tell the difference! Watch out if you get a shrew of a wife like the devil of a Portuguese I married!""<br/><br/>""Better than a headstrong one like my mother!""<br/><br/>""Bahaha! She'd have your neck!""<br/><br/>""Besides, what is more important is the possibility of military alliance. As long as we have that we have unhindered access to the North Sea.""<br/><br/>""Is Nordostamerika that important to you?""<br/><br/>""To Germany, yes! The grain there is enough to support our people four years protracted warfare on home soil. It is a second centre of industry where our markets can reach those gunslinging cowboys. There's hundreds of thousands of able German men that will serve us to their dying breaths, and a second naval base that rivals Kiel and Wilhelmshaven.<br/><br/>""And to me? An experiment in nation building. I cannot tell you the details!""<br/><br/>Presently, the carriage bearing their delegation had arrived at their destination with the usual humdrum of formalities and greetings before the ceremonies began. To the queen especially he offered his most sincere condolences and support in such trying times, for His Majesty the King's absence too weighed so heavily upon his heart. To the Chancellor he expressed his desire to speak concerning an alliance for the turbulence of world politics that would surely follow. Fritz greeted each princess in turn as he met them, till at last he met dear Kristie.<br/><br/>""A shame, having seen you dressed so elegantly, we could not have met in better circumstances, Your Highness; that veil does you no justice.""<br/><br/>They would talk. They would sit together during the service, if permitted. They would spend as much time together as was proper and possible.<br/><br/>Mother fussed too much. But was she right this time?<br/><br/>***<br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""FRANCIA""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">TO: Foreign Office, Republic of Francia<br/>FROM: North German Confederation<hr/><br/><br/>Salutations,<br/><br/>The North German Confederation is deeply distraught at the loss of so great a statesman and powerful orator that has struck Francia. In honour of this imposing man, HM Wilhelm of Prussia will be in attendance for his state funeral. Moreover, this shall be extended to a state visit to discuss the matters of commerce and cooperation in dealing with the anarchist threat that too befalls the Confederation.<br/><br/>Until such a time, however, the North German Confederation extends an offer of a defensive alliance. Should your Government be in favour, please reply in the affirmative.<br/><br/>On behalf of His Majesty,<br/>King Wilhelm of Prussia</blockquote></div></div></div><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""UNITED KINGDOM""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">TO: Foreign Office, Kingdom of the United Provinces and Belgium<br/>FROM: North German Confederation<hr/><br/><br/>Salutations,<br/><br/>The North German Confederation is deeply distraught at the loss of so great a monarch and statesman that has struck the United Kingdom. In honour of this imposing man, HRH Friedrich of Prussia will be in attendance for his state funeral. Moreover, this shall be an extended visit to discuss the matters of commerce and the welfare of Germans, especially in Limburg and Luxembourg.<br/><br/>Until such a time, however, the North German Confederation extends an offer of a defensive alliance. Should your Government be in favour, please reply in the affirmative.<br/><br/>On behalf of His Majesty,<br/>King Wilhelm of Prussia</blockquote></div></div></div><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""BOHEMIA""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">TO: Foreign Office, Bohemian Union<br/>FROM: North German Confederation<hr/><br/><br/>Salutations,<br/><br/>The North German Confederation is greatly overjoyed with the cordial ties and warm friendship our two nations have shared. Our Government would see to it that these informal ties were extended further. Thereupon, we extend an offer of defensive alliance. Should your Government be in favour, please reply in the affirmative.<br/><br/>On behalf of His Majesty,<br/>King Wilhelm of Prussia</blockquote></div></div></div><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""BRITANNIA""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">TO: Foreign Office, Commonwealth of England, Scotland, and Ireland<br/>FROM: North German Confederation<hr/><br/><br/>Salutations,<br/><br/>The North German Confederation is greatly overjoyed with the cordial ties and warm friendship our two nations have shared. The Commonwealth is held as the shining beacon of modernity and an example that we strive to follow. Our Government would see to it that these informal ties were extended further. Thereupon, we extend an offer of defensive alliance. Should your Government be in favour, please reply in the affirmative.<br/><br/>On behalf of His Majesty,<br/>King Wilhelm of Prussia</blockquote></div></div></div><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""PORTUGAL""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">TO: Foreign Office, Republic of Portugal<br/>FROM: North German Confederation<hr/><br/><br/>Salutations,<br/><br/>The North German Confederation is greatly overjoyed with the cordial ties and warm friendship our two nations have shared. The Republic of Portugal is held as the shining beacon of modernity and an example that we strive to follow. Our Government would see to it that these informal ties were extended further. Thereupon, we extend an offer of defensive alliance. Should your Government be in favour, please reply in the affirmative.<br/><br/>On behalf of His Majesty,<br/>King Wilhelm of Prussia</blockquote></div></div></div><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""RUTHENIA""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">TO: Foreign Office, Ruthenian Empire<br/>FROM: North German Confederation<hr/><br/><br/>Salutations,<br/><br/>The North German Confederation is greatly overjoyed with the cordial ties and warm friendship our two nations have shared. Our Government would see to it that these informal ties were extended further. Thereupon, we wish to seek an audience in order to discuss the matters of commerce and the welfare of Germans in your country. Should your Government be in favour, please reply in the affirmative.<br/><br/>On behalf of His Majesty,<br/>King Wilhelm of Prussia</blockquote></div></div></div><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""CATALONIA-NAPLES""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">TO: Foreign Office, Dual Kingdom of Catalonia and Naples<br/>FROM: North German Confederation<hr/><br/><br/>Salutations,<br/><br/>The North German Confederation must speak urgently on the matter of Egypt with your Government as soon as possible. We fear there is a conflict of interests that may precipitate a crisis we are unwilling to spark.<br/><br/>On behalf of His Majesty,<br/>King Wilhelm of Prussia</blockquote></div></div></div><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""SWITZERLAND""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">TO: Foreign Office, Confederation of Switzerland and Piedmont<br/>FROM: North German Confederation<hr/><br/><br/>Salutations,<br/><br/>The North German Confederation is greatly overjoyed at its invitation to the conference in Genoa, and shall happily be in attendance. Our Government hopes it may continue to carry out its God-given role as peace broker and mediator of continental affairs, with your cooperation. This can only occur, of course, with the most cordial ties and warm friendship our two nations have shared in past decades,<br/><br/>On behalf of His Majesty,<br/>King Wilhelm of Prussia</blockquote></div></div></div><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""SCANDINAVIA""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">TO: Foreign Office, Kalmar Union of Scandinavia<br/>FROM: North German Confederation<hr/><br/><br/>Salutations,<br/><br/>The North German Confederation is deeply distraught at the loss of so great a monarch and statesman that has struck the Kalmar Union. In honour of this imposing man, HRH Wilhelm of Prussia will be in attendance for his state funeral. Moreover, this shall be an extended visit to discuss the matters of commerce, shipping, and, of course, a prospective betrothal between the houses of Hohenzollern and Wittelsbach-Vasa.<br/><br/>Until such a time, however, the North German Confederation extends an offer of a defensive alliance. Should your Government be in favour, please reply in the affirmative.<br/><br/>On behalf of His Majesty,<br/>King Wilhelm of Prussia</blockquote></div></div></div><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""FINLAND""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">TO: Foreign Office, Republic of Finland<br/>FROM: North German Confederation<hr/><br/><br/>Salutations,<br/><br/>The North German Confederation is greatly overjoyed with the cordial ties and warm friendship our two nations have shared. Our Government would see to it that these informal ties were extended further. Thereupon, we extend an offer of defensive alliance. Should your Government be in favour, please reply in the affirmative.<br/><br/>On behalf of His Majesty,<br/>King Wilhelm of Prussia</blockquote></div></div></div><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""BULGARIA""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">TO: Foreign Office, United Kingdom of Bulgaria<br/>FROM: North German Confederation<hr/><br/><br/>Salutations,<br/><br/>The North German Confederation is greatly overjoyed with the cordial ties and warm friendship our two nations have shared. Our Government would see to it that these informal ties were extended further. Thereupon, we extend an offer of defensive alliance. Should your Government be in favour, please reply in the affirmative.<br/><br/>On behalf of His Majesty,<br/>King Wilhelm of Prussia</blockquote></div></div></div>"
14307,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381&start=50,2014-12-26T18:18:00,Greater Mid West,Reserved for Argentina
14308,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381&start=50,2014-12-26T21:40:00,The Holy Dominion of Inesea,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Muscat, The Sultanate of Yemen<br/>June 3rd-5th, 1881</span><br/><br/>Al Jalel no longer existed. The ancient fort that had stood guard over Muscat for several centuries simply did not have the fortitude to withstand modern weapons. Long fallen into a state of disrepair, the cannons contained within would have done better against the wooden ships of the dawn of the century, not the ironclad titans that Nestoria employed against it. Of the four frigates brought along, two were ironclad and two were iron wrought. The real difference was the iron wrought ships were among the newest ships in the Nestorian Navy, and mounted eight 8-inch rifled breechloaders. The other two mounted 20-gun traditional broadsides. The guns in Al Jalel were from centuries past.<br/><br/>It was actually the broadside frigates that destroyed the fort. A mixture of explosive and solid rounds had blown apart the fort and all within. All that remained was a charred rubble and strewn corpses. That had been the main land defense of the city. The Sultanate also had several wooden sailing ships, the largest the size of one of the frigates. It died under the guns of the<span style=""font-style: italic"">HNESS Persia</span>, the battleship attached to the fleet. With 280mm rifled cannons, the battleship wielded far more death in a single 3 gun broadside than the 40 gun frigate did in two. Truly the day of wooden ships was over, and the epoch of iron beginning thought Barzani as the smaller, but far more modern Nestorian fleet destroyed the Omani harbor. The frigates intermixed with other sailing ships, destroying them from afar and with impunity. Cannonballs bounced off the sides of the ironclads, while the shells tore through the wooden sailers.<br/><br/>After the harbor was secured, one of the transports unloaded her soldiers a bit north of the city. Meanwhile, the other transport launched motor launches full of soldiers. The battleships bombard the shore, hitting any possible emplacement. The launches hit the beach and dockside, and the Church Guard stormed ashore, quickly advancing into the city. The bombardment of Al Jalel earlier had allowed the local Emir to call up his troops, and it was estimated that some 3,000 militia were in the city and surrounding lands. To the north, the transport landed at Seebian, unloading in rapid order light cavalry and the rest of the Brigade. They faced no opposition in this outskirts dock, with all available guards being withdrawn to defend the Emir's Palace. The two battalions that had landed in the city encountered resistance farther inland. Yemeni soldiers in buildings took a toll on the Nestorians, who frankly were not used to fighting in cities. However, the Yemeni soldiers had single shots and could not match the rate of fire of the Nestorians. From the north came two and a half battalions, who brushed aside most resistance. By mid day, through combination of superior numbers and naval fire, the Yemeni were pushed back to the Emir's palace. Barzani made the decision to forgo an infantry assault and capture the Emir and instead opted to blow the palace to hell. The three frigates took position off the palace's seaboard and unloaded broadside after broadside into it. After an hour, it was no more. Two companies stormed the remains and executed the survivors.<br/><br/>After this, two battalions swept west and south, clearing out the outskirts. Casualties in the battle were fairly light. 26 wounded and 2 killed from the navy, and 78 killed, 124 wounded in the city battle. The Yemeni lost 1,458 killed on land, all naval forces killed or wounded, and 234 wounded. All wounded and captured were executed. The Emir was found alive, and crucified the next morning. The Church Guards did not tolerate heathens. Ten lances of light cavalry were dispatched to Al Hajar to establish control. The docks, largely undamaged, were occupied by the cargo ships unloading supplies. Lances patrolled the streets, engaging various dissidents. Taking Muscat had taken all of two days.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Baghdad, The Nestorian Empire<br/>June 1st, 1881</span><br/><br/>Lieutenant Colonel Mar Maliki looked quite like a regal gentlemen mounted upon his fine war horse. As the commander of the 5th Kirkuk Battalion, the dragoon battalion of the Kirkuk Brigade. Currently, he and two lances of dragoons were patrolling down Basra Street in the Jihad District of the city. For the past few months fires of Muslim rebellion had been stirring in the city. The city of a hundred thousand was the largest city with a significant Muslim population. It was the capital of the Basran Province, one of the two Muslim provinces, the other being the Turkmeni Province. It was also a Sufi city, and thus treated fairly well by the Nestorians. However, in the past few months, the damned Afghanis had been smuggling weapons and munitions into the city, and giving it to the fanatical Shi'ite and Sunni minorities.<br/><br/>As Maliki rode down the street, two Muslim men in street robes appeared from around the corner behind him and his men. Each withdrew a rifle from his robe and took aim. They were within 10 meters, but the dark of the alley and press of the crowd hid them from the dragoons. Their rifles were older Afghani weapons, far surpassed by the Ectabana Rifles the dragoons carried. The men were part of a fanatical Sunni sect, armed with smuggled goods. With a cry of ""Allahu Akbar!"" they fired at the dragoons.<br/><br/>One man, to Maliki's left, fell screaming and clutching his chest. He was trampled by the ox of a startled farmer. An old woman, Sufi by her clothing and pendant, fell down, a red stain spreading over her chest. The crowds panicked, people rushing every which way. More shots rang out from the rooftops and alleyways, indiscriminately hitting Maliki's Dragoons and panicked citizens. Another two dragoons fell. Maliki heard more shouts of ""Allahu Akbar"" and ""Ishallah"". Shouting to his men, he drew his Ectabana rifle and sighting a muzzle flash from a window, pumped four rounds into the opening in quick succession. A man fell from the building, dead. By now, the crowds had gone, but the Muslim terrorists had foolishly refused to disengage. Like untrained hounds, they were sticking to the hunt well past their means. Maliki estimated there were about a dozen remaining assailants, to his 35 effectives. One lance, some eighteen men, dismounted and went into the buildings. The remaining dragoons rode down the terrorists on the streets, utterly destroying the poorly equipped and trained Muslims. By the end of the hour, eleven Muslims lay dead, while three Nestorian's had died and four more were wounded. Civilian causalities included six Sufi citizens. Similar attacks had occurred that day as well, all put down hard. One young captured terrorist, spared summary execution because he was so young at naught but twelve, spilled everything he knew to the soldiers. His local Iman, long dead in the fighting, had received weapons from foreign Muslims. Based on where Baghdad was, he presumed they were Jordanian. News of these attacks were sent north to Nestorious."
14309,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381&start=50,2014-12-26T21:58:00,New Cobastheia,"<span style=""font-size: 250%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: Gray""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><div align=""Center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/DiWQ8sI.gif""/><br/>The Elective Monarchy of Chile</div></span></span></span></span><br/><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><div align=""Center"">June 2, 1881 CE</div></span><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><div align=""Center""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Council's of Chile Building<br/>Equals Department</span></span></div></span><br/><br/>The Equals Department was a large, marble room that you would fine if you walked up the red stairs that are straight ahead of you after you go into the Council's of Chile Building. This is were the Royal Council and the Prime Council go to argue about bill's they can't agree on. This is also the room were the two Council's make bill officially become laws. The first of the two happens more of the time, today they would continue arguing about the bill that would allow Companies to set payment outside of what the government has already set. After this they would do the same for a bill that would make it illegal for Companies to give money to aid politicians in there campaniles. Both of which they had been arguing about for the last 8 months.<br/><br/>Both Council's arrive along with King Jorge II. The two people that would start the debate off everyday were The Royal Minster, Princess Maritsa Esbellian, and The Prime Minster, Isabelle Maregio. With King Jorge II allowing the two groups to fight it out.<br/><br/>King Jorge II: Ok, lets do this like we always do most days. Today we will start with The Payment Act of 1881. Then we will do The Endorsement Act of 1881. Then we will do stuff the majority of us can argee on. Begin, Royal Minster Princess Maritsa Esbellian, state your points first.<br/><br/>Royal Minster Princess Maritsa Esbellian: Thank you. Gentlemen and Ladies of The Prime Council and Royal Council, we should just end this argument now, we all know that if we let this bill become a law, we could end up facing the same fate we did with The Rojas Dictatorship. The more Capitalist we get, the more evil can come up and out of us. The need to get more and more money takes over and we are willing to get it no matter what the cost.<br/><br/>Prime Minster Isabelle Maregio: Well, I disagree, we should let companies manege the wages of there workers. This will take work off of us, so we can focus on more important things, and I mean us, because all you people do is sit in a castle all day.<br/><br/>And with that Prime Minster Isabelle Maregio used the same thing she does with every argument she is in. Mocks her competered and the fight ends with someone getting punched. This is also why the Royal family hated her so much. Luckily this was her 3th Term and was unlikely that she would be Prime Minster again.<br/><br/>This tactic usually worked on The Royal Council, this time however The King was sick of The Prime Minster's tactics.<br/><br/>King Jorge II: You know what, screw this bill, this bill and the other one are denied being laws and all other bills that were post to be laws are now laws, I will sign them later today so this stupid argue-meant can finally end and we can start to work again. In fact, her is a bill that I have been working on. The Prime Minster Pasting Act of 1881. Here is a copy of both of it. Now go back to you Council's Room and vote on this Law, we shall meant here tomorrow to see the results of it.<br/><br/>With that King Jorge II left the room and headed to The Royal Palace so he could relax. He also need to what for one of The Royal Doctors to show up as he requested a check up on his stress levels as he felt he was recently getting headaches and he felt that it was getting harder to breath recently. He feared that his heath was failing due to stress, he feared that he could no longer be King of his nation. Others in the Council's have through this for some time now due to King Jorge II putting more and more Royal duties on Royal Minster Princess Maritsa Esbellian who would take over as Queen if King Jorge II abdicated.<br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><div align=""Center"">June 2, 1881 CE</div></span><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><div align=""Center""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Council's of Chile Building<br/>Equals Department</span></span></div></span><br/>Prime Minster Isabelle Maregio and Royal Minster Princess Maristsa Esbellian gave the papers signed by each member of the Council's showing what they voted for.<br/><br/>King Jorge II: For the Royal Council 20 of 20 voted yes. For the Prime Council 17 of 33 voted yes as well. There for this law will go into this affect starting tomorrow. Now will both of you sign?<br/><br/>Royal Minster Princess Maristsa Esbellian walked up to the bill so she could sign. Prime Minster Isabella Maregio stayed in her seat in the room.<br/><br/>The way a bill would become a law or be put down would be be signing of Both Minster or by One Minster and The Reigning Monarch.<br/><br/>The Bill was signed by King Jorge II and Royal Minster Princess Maristsa Esbellian. Now, today has been ended, you all may return home now.<br/><br/>With that everyone in the room went to there homes in Santiago. When The Law Season was in time they all lived in Santiago. When it wasn't they lived in there private homes from where ever they live.<br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><div align=""Center""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Royal Palace</span></span></div></span><br/>King Jorge II, as he did on many nights, he planed a defense plan if Argentina ever invaded which could be very likely because of copper. He always had an escape plan to Easter Island for himself and others. Planing for a defense was harder because Chile was very small and like a splinter. More than 5/8 or the troops were stationed at various forts near the mountainous border. King Jorge II decided he would just leave it as it was unless he came up with a better plan.<br/><br/>He still through about abdicating, he didn't think he would ever abdicate unless he would be forced to. He debated with himself if it would be a good idea, he would be known as the first monarch to abdicate and he would be see, at least, the next two monarchs.<br/><br/>He awaited his test results from his doctor to tell if he was not in a stress mode were he could be unable to rule in his option."
14310,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381&start=50,2014-12-27T02:57:00,Alleniana,"<span style=""font-style: italic"">Random Event</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Cairo, Egypt<br/>1/5/1881</span><br/><br/>""Tobruk and Benghazi have been taken by the Dual Kingdom. Alexandria has surrendered to the Germans, preferring to regard the bombardment rather than siege. Port Said has deserted, and has thrown open its gates to Judea. Though the south has surrendered with al-Dumyat's execution, the delta is now in turmoil. Damietta itself has offered itself for either annexation or to be protectorate under the Hellenic Republic, with Coptics controlling it and fleeing to it from across the delta. Effectively all the regions along the Mediterranean are lost, but we continue to hold 20,000 soldiers, 10,000 mercenaries and 25,000 militia from Cairo down to Luxor. They are loyal not quite to the centre, but as said, al-Dumyat was beheaded a few days ago, and the Barons have come over. The Lord of the Sahara, too, has fled into retirement with a fortune, leaving his bereft underlings with nowhere to go but us. Benghazi and Tobruk were disloyal, but they are gone. Damietta is in turmoil, but it is largely a lost cause too. In terms of wielding power, we might almost be in better shape than we were before the war. Tension has been resolved. Now, the question is, do we surrender, hold, or advance?""<br/><br/>The governor seemed the most surprised. He had had as low an opinion of the sultan as anybody, and the young man's retreat into hedonism during the darkest days of the civil war had seemed to confirm it. But now, he came out, authoritative as anybody in their own domain, even while in Cairo, the governor's land. Though he knew he ought to be threatened, he couldn't help but be impressed by the spine the fellow had grown upon hearing of Alexandria's fall. Whether this was foolishness, insanity or virtue, he could not tell, but in many ways, the articulate fellow, despite his lacking military education, was what the country needed. Someone new, unblemished, central, who could be rallied around, who could lead, and at least, would lead. And he did, he led now, the meeting in that room of magnates, not even touched with shyness as he spoke of those present in the third person. The representatives of the barons, having killed one among their number and the rest come over, as well as men from the Sahara scattered and mercenary captains, all sat there, listening, taking in their first impression of the sultan. It was not a bad one.<br/><br/>One of the mercenary captains spoke first. He had been one of the first to heed the call; there were few mercenaries to be found in this day and age, but where they were, they tended to be in these lawless, violent frontiers with the stateless societies, among those who would be desperate. He was one of them, a grizzled scarred Sudanese, and he spoke with experience.<br/><br/>""I propose we set up at Cairo, dig in, and wait for the bastards to fight it out or come to us. They can't get around the Nile, so we've got them trapped. Both sides of the Nile are desert they've no experience with, and both filled with people loyal to our cause in a way that can't really see them rebel. The Sahara was thrown into disarray, and the Red Sea is fiercely loyal. And, of course, you've got us, sitting in the middle, Cairo blocking them. They can't get past unless they smash our whole army, tens of thousands strong, and I'm willing to bet a lot of them don't want to do that. Sure, Cairo's a bit battered, but it's a power base. We can give up the coast, but Cairo can't go.""<br/><br/>The governor, for so long used to being the final word, nodded in concert. It was true; the Dual Kingdom, despite its might, did not even have a delta port yet, while the Germans were unlikely to be able to muster enough quickly enough to capitalise on advancing inwards from Alexandria. Judea wouldn't advance past the canal, minor power that it was and the delta always dangerous to partition, and the Red Sea was unlikely to see much action. At this stage, those who would lay claim had, and maybe they could give some claims up to get rid of the vultures, one by one until they began to feel lonely and preyed upon by others craving Egyptian land. Putting up a decent resistance at Cairo would go a long way towards convincing many that it wouldn't be a roll-over. After all, most of those in the room wanted only to settle for protection, since that would result in the status quo except with someone looming above. But one, rather than many looming.<br/><br/>On the other hand, one of the Barons' men, not the most well-respected in the party but important nonetheless, felt differently. As long as the Barons of the south didn't lose their precious hold, and as long as they defended against Nubia, a notable enemy, he was happy. Thus, he spoke, he thought, with the authority of the Barons' interests at hand.<br/><br/>""That is unacceptable.""<br/><br/>And immediately, the sultan gave him a look that would have withered every fig tree on the Nile, every tea bush in Ceylon, every tobacco plant east of the Mississippi.<br/><br/>""You don't have the right to tell me, or any of us what is unacceptable. Maybe you're used to being in the party of impotent al-Dumyat, but you are in the court of a Hafsid now, and you will respect that. I am your sultan, and now, at least, this is my domain.""<br/><br/>To the casual observer, it would have seemed like an overreaction, but the sultan, as he did, knew his country's politics well, even uninvolved as he was in the past as the sultan's son. The Emir of Tobruk was overly ambitious, the Lord of the Sahara was enigmatically rich, and the Barons, of course, were pompous and self-important. They had quickly gotten used to being the group with the most troops in the informal parliaments of the pretender sultan, and perhaps, this man was too. He had, indeed, been the representative of the Cataract Barons to the man now widely revered as the most unchangingly impotent ruler to ever grace any part of Egypt, Abdul Rahman ibn Haroun al-Dumyat, but as the Barons would have it, the shameless were those they employed, and he continued to enjoy an air of importance. But here, it was overstated, and someone called him out on it. He was put in his place.<br/><br/>And everyone knew it.<br/><br/>""So, if you wish to voice concerns, you shall do so in a respectful, suggesting manner, not a dictating one. What is your problem?""<br/><br/>He nearly trembled, now. His hot air let out, he spoke more carefully, and more rationally.<br/><br/>""W-well, it would be most neglectful to disregard our southern borders, and to draw the south to the north when so... so much of Egypt's wealth and people come from the south.""<br/><br/>He cut it amazingly short.<br/><br/>""I see. Well, we can arrange a garrison on the border with Nubia, now that things are slightly less pressing, but nevertheless, defence of the north is a priority right now. I don't know how you feel about it, but to most Egyptians, Cairo is the head, regardless of how long Alexandria might have been capital. In fact, I have a mind to declare Cairo capital now.""<br/><br/>As the governor of Cairo swallowed, it was clear just how much this sultan meant business, his power base having finally come into existence."
14311,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381&start=50,2014-12-27T06:34:00,Finland SSR,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/f6LfcAz.png""/><br/><br/><span style=""color: #400000""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">The Second Finnish Republic</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Chapter 2: Write ALL the Letters! </span><br/><br/>Helsinki, Republic of Finland, Anno Domini 1881</span></span></div><br/><br/>Stuff that I still need to write:<br/>- Minor strikes and movements in Muurmammi/Murmansk<br/><br/>DIPLOMACY:<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""NORTH GERMANY""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/f6LfcAz.png""/></div><br/><br/>To: Foreign Office of North German Confederation<br/>From: The Republic of Finland<br/><br/>After a brief meeting of the Eduskunta, we agreed that a defensive alliance between our two nations would be beneficiary to our current diplomatic position. We agree with the proposal, and hope this will strengthen our relations.<br/><br/>Signed,<br/>Foreign Minister of The Republic of Finland, A. H. Turhunen</blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""SCANDINAVIA""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/f6LfcAz.png""/></div><br/><br/>TO: The Foreign Office of the Kalmar Union of Scandinavia<br/>FROM: The Republic of Finland<br/><br/>Our nation is saddened by the loss of your beloved monarch. We hope that he will rest in Heaven, and that his heir will righteously rule despite the loss. We will send a group of officials, as well as the President, to attend in the funeral.<br/><br/>Signed,<br/>Foreign Minister of The Republic of Finland, A. H. Turhunen</blockquote></div></div></div>"
14312,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381&start=50,2014-12-27T09:47:00,Bujahla,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><hr/><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/SPZi6Nf.png""/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 300%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""color: #0080FF"">Republic of Portugal</span></span></span><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""color: #40BF00"">A World Affair</span> | <span style=""color: #40BF00"">Chapter 3: Infra-estrutura é Poder</span></span></span></div><br/><hr/></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.shsu.edu/~thc001/Streets-of-Canton-(Guangzhou),-China,-early-1800s1.jpg""/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">A painting of Guangzhou.</span></div></blockquote><hr/><br/><div style=""margin-left:75px; margin-right:75px; margin-bottom:5px; margin-top:5px""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">May 4th | Hong Kong, Portuguese Canton </span><br/><br/>""It's the final piece of the track. Once that worker places it the CRC's rail will be completely done. We've come full circle Juan."" Torres looked over the field of workers in Guangzhou. It had been a couple months since construction on the short rail began, but now it was coming to an end. Presiding over this project was Francisco Torres, the governor-general of Canton. With him was his co-worker Juan Gomez, the next in charge of the Cantonese Rail Company. Hailing from Madrid, he's Castilian, not entirely Portuguese like Torres is. The two were a good business team, and with Xiadon the three controlled the infrastructure, and much of the colony. Now they were expanding there influence into Guangzhou, the true heart of Canton. But their influence would not be unaccompanied. A week prior, the CC arrived with a company of 100 soldiers to join the CRC for security purposes. The CC's investment in the CRC is growing by the month. Should the railroad investment work out, it's expected that the CC will expand operations in China by purchasing the CRC and building rails across Guangdong.</div><hr/><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://exhibitions.nypl.org/africanaage/photos/colonization/1267576.jpg""/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">A photo of Portuguese East Africa. </span></div></blockquote><hr/><br/><div style=""margin-left:75px; margin-right:75px; margin-bottom:5px; margin-top:5px""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">February 7th | Launda, Portuguese East Africa</span><br/><br/>-</div><hr/><br/><br/><br/>Things to do:<br/><del>- Update on the CRC in Guangzhou (old)</del><br/>- Expansion of Angola to Congo (old)<br/>- Expansion in Malawi<br/>- de Castro and AG stuff<br/>- CC takes Suez<br/><br/><dl class=""codebox""><dt>Code: <a href=""#"" onclick=""selectCode(this); return false;"">Select all</a></dt><dd><code><br/>[box][align=center][img][/img]<br/>[i][/i][/align][/box][hr][/hr]<br/>[blocktext][b][/b][/blocktext][hr][/hr]<br/><br/></code></dd></dl>"
14313,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381&start=50,2014-12-27T11:07:00,Baja California y Sonora,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/8/8e/Flag_of_the_Tripolitanian_Republic.svg/217px-Flag_of_the_Tripolitanian_Republic.svg.png""/><br/><span style=""font-size: 250%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #00BFFF""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Sultanate of Nubia</span></span></span><br/><span style=""font-size: 145%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #008040"">Chapter 1- The Desert Erupts</span></span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">June 8th, 1881</span></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin-left:75px; margin-right:75px; margin-bottom:5px; margin-top:5px"">The deserts of Nubia sprawled across the entirety of the country, sand was what the nation was made up of. If it wasn't for the majestic Nile, Nubia would be nothing more than a wasteland lacking anything but sand. Meroë was the center of the Nubian civilization, on the banks of the Nile River, Meroe had projected it's power for various centuries before collapsing into dust and later rebuilt by the Ottoman Tyrants. Meroe along with the rest of country had withstood foreigners, wars, and waves of cultural oppression. It was too late for these changes to be undone, however because of this, a new culture was birthed; the Nubian culture. Nubia would soon be seeing a radical change and it would be a change for the better. <br/>The nights were cool in the ancient city of Meroe, dust dominated the city and a river protected it from death. The city lay asleep, and in all of it's old, crumbling buildings a certain kind of beauty was emitted from the city. Roads were rare in the nation but the Nubian capital-though old maintained most of the nation's modernity. An avenue cut across the city center, this avenue lead from the market to the city sqaure that hosted the Sultan's Palace, across the city square was the nation's largest Mosque and then a few crumbling Pyramids that the Ottomans built around. The city looked very much like other Arabic cities-though somewhat smaller, less maintained and dustier, Meroe was the center of the nation. Hosting a population of 100,000 the city continued to be the nation's largest city and soon to become the capital of the Arabic World.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Sultan's Palace, Meroe</span><br/><br/>The palace of the Sultan was the definition of luxury and beauty. Adorned with rugs from Egypt, Elephant Tusks from the Southern lands, and gold from Arabia, the Sultan and his family lived in total luxury. The Sultan was in his office pondering on the course that Nubia would take following his death. He knew he had limited time in the world and that soon his son, who would also be marring the heiress of the Hejez Sultante would take his place as ruler of the Nubian people. He only wished he more time left, to ensure that the reforms he made during his youth would continue to go on track. He knew his son would be an excellent leader, yet in the back of his mind the idea that all would fail kept pressing. Nubia still had a long way to go in order to catch up to it's neighbors and with Egypt in peril, it would only be months-years if lucky that the Europeans would come after Nubia. Rabat II needed to ensure growth after his death, because of this he had plotted for the Sultanate of Hejez and Nubia to merge and now with the agreement and encouragement from his advisers and ministers, the Sultan would seek Europeans much earlier than planned. <br/><br/>Egypt has always been a mess and a despotic country, always in crisis, it was somehow a surprise that Egypt could hold such influence over Nubia. The new crisis of Egypt however was far different than all of it's predecessors. Foreigners were stomping on Egyptian land and for once Nubia could finally usurp Egypt's position as the Arabic world's power. However due to obvious reasons it would be a while for Nubia to recover from years of isolation and finally advance from it's endless rut of backwardness. The situation in Egypt was too risky for Nubia to be involved with- Nubia needed friends and though the Europeans in Egypt seemed aggressive, they had obliterated an enemy of Nubia and therefore were an unofficial and unknowing friend of Nubia.</div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Letter to Germany""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/e/e9/Tripolitana_COA.svg/85px-Tripolitana_COA.svg.png""/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Official telegram from the Sultan's desk</span></span></div><br/><div style=""float: left;""><span style=""font-style: italic"">To: Whom ever may concern in the North German Government</span></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin-left:75px; margin-right:75px; margin-bottom:5px; margin-top:5px""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Dear sir. The nation of Nubia- the southern neighbor of Egypt has recently been made aware of the German intervention in Egypt. We and I personally must congratulate the nation of North Germany for leading to the downfall of the despotic Egyptian Empire. Though our two grand nations have no diplomatic relations- we wish to begin them by offering Germany an embassy in Nubia and vice-versa, along with a trade agreement that both our nations find favorable. We hope the nation of North Germany is as interested in opening diplomatic relations with our nation as we are. <br/><br/>Signed<br/>- Sultan Rabat II of the Sultanate of Nubia. </span></div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>Post Summary<br/>- Nubia decides not be part of the Egyptian crises- but unofficially supports the invaders<br/>- The Sultan decides to open diplomatic relations with a European country."
14314,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381&start=50,2014-12-27T13:38:00,Paketo,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://pontosforum.fr.yuku.com/attach/ma/post-3-1245112207.jpg""/></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Outside Alexandria<br/>May 4th 1881</span><br/><br/>""Move out men"" ordered the Colonel as the first Pontic forces began marching away from Alexandria. Their destination was Cairo to which they would make a small siege to test the defences of Cairo and deliver a peace treaty from the Dual kingdom to the Sultanate of Egypt. The basic terms were simple, The sultanate of Egypt would be annexed by the DK though the Sultan would be allowed to retain his title and his rule over Egypt. It was a very generous deal considering the amount of troops present in egypt capable of crushing the Sultan. Only a 7500 men would be sieging the Capitol, a fraction of the total force in egypt and just over half of the Pontic force. The other 4500 men of the Pontic force would be pacifying the the Nile delta, a vital role if the peace treaty was not to the egyptian's liking.<br/><br/>WIP WIP WIP"
14315,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381&start=50,2014-12-27T14:30:00,Forty Twoania,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/qVLbgpM.png?1""/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">The Hellenic Republic</span></span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Athens</span><br/>The situation in Egypt had turned yet again for Greece. After the Greek Coptics in Damietta offered to be incorporated into the the Hellenic Republic in order to insure their protection from foreign occupation. The debate in the Greek Parliament started with the conservative party's demands for an immediate annexation of Damietta being countered by the liberals wishes to remain neutral and only advocate autonomy for the Coptics under another powers rule. However, the leaders of the Orthodox Church organized protests to pressure Parliament to intervene, violating earlier agreements with the Republic, which established that the church may not take a political position. Condemnation of the protests by the liberals fell on deaf ears as the people of Greece were already carried away by the patriotic statements made by the Church, calling the people to take to the street in order to defend the honor of Greece. The Parliament ended up voting narrowly in favor of intervening, binding the Republic to the Greek Coptics.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Damietta</span><br/>A Greek fleet made up of four frigates, two cruisers, and one ironclad arrived at Damietta declaring the city and it's surroundings under the protection of the Hellenic Republic as requested by the the city's Greek Coptic inhabitants. 7 Greek Battalions, made up of 5,600 men, have arrived in order to keep the peace and organize the Coptics from other parts of Egypt taking refuge in the city. Aid from mainland Greece is coming in constant stream but due to overcrowding resources remain low."
14316,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381&start=75,2014-12-27T14:48:00,The Grand Republic of Hannover,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.feriasbrasil.com.br/fotosfb/305989043-XG.jpg""/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #008000""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Empire du Brésil</span></span></span><br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3X9LvC9WkkQ"" rel=""nofollow"">Theme</a></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Rivière de Janvier:</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Oyez! Oyez!</span><br/><br/>The largest country of South America saw itself as the representative of that continent. Yet, to its pompous claim stood many obstacles. Among them, Argentina. The industry of the country was lacking, slavery still existed in the country, the financial sector - an important backbone to any industrial boom - was almost nonexistent. There was much work to do and not enough time. Pierre II knew this. The man knew that if he wanted to bring Brazil to the glorious pinnacle of the world, he would have to modernize his country even if he had to force his country out of backwardness kicking and yelling.<br/><br/>It was 4 AM. The city still slept and the peaceful sound of the clear night reigned the environment. However, the opposite was true in the Royal Palace - everywhere aides, secretaries and messengers were walking fast to their respective destinations. That night, the king nor his council slept. The pressure from the intelligentsia and from the industrial sector to abolish slavery has kept the Monarchy in a very difficult position; not to add that times had change and that slavery is not look in such honorable terms as before. If it were up to the King, he would have already abolish slavery, but he was a very pragmatic man; he looked at every argument and thought of every decision as a strategic move in a chess board. After hours of intense debate within the council, after studying the effects of such proposition, and after experiencing a war of all against all within himself, Pierre II was ready to make a decision.<br/><br/>The press was called to one of the conference rooms of the Palace for a declaration. At 6 AM, when the cities were waking up and many were going to work, the Minister of the Interior, Alexandre Lefevre came into the conference room. Without much hesitation, the Minister read a Royal Decree signed by the King:<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Decree MCMXCIV""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/1/1b/Coat_of_arms_of_the_Empire_of_Brazil.svg/391px-Coat_of_arms_of_the_Empire_of_Brazil.svg.png""/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Décret royal de l'Empire du Brésil</span><br/>Royal Decree of the Empire of Brazil</div><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Decree MCMXCIV</span><br/><br/>The Royal Government of Brazil hereby establishes the following mandate that shall be enforced by all Regional and Local governments of the Empire of Brazil, by the 15 of July of 1880.<br/><br/>1) Before the state, every citizen of the Empire of Brazil and all its belongings is hereby declared equal before the eyes of the law.<br/>1a. Before the law, every citizen is entitled to an impartial and fair judgement when brought to court. <br/>1b. Before the state, every citizen is equal and shall receive the same treatment that any other citizen receives. The services of the state are for all and of all. <br/>1c. Every citizen of Brazil is entitle to enjoy all his/her natural rights, civil rights, and political rights mandated by law and by the Universal Truths, unless a crime is committed.<br/>1d. Every citizen must abide by every responsibility establish by society and the state.<br/><br/>2) In Brazil and all its belongings, the property known as slave shall be hereby abolished. These former ""properties"" shall be considered free before the state.<br/>2a. As freedmen, they shall enjoy all the blessings of Life, Liberty, and Property as well as other Natural Rights established by the Universal Truths. <br/>2b. As freedmen, they shall abide by the basic responsibilities set by our Social Contract of our society.<br/>2c. The Sons and daughters of these freedmen shall be free just like their progenitors, and enjoy all the blessings that their parents enjoy.<br/>2d. The previous owners of the now freedmen shall be compensated with a tax break from their income.<br/><ul>I. The tax break shall be of 10% for those owned 5 slaves or less. 15% for those who owned between 6 to 50 slaves. 20% for those who owned from 51 to 250 slaves. 25% for those who owned from 251 to 750 slaves. And 30% for those who owned from 751 slaves and above.<br/>II. This tax break shall be given in full in the first two (2) years after this declaration. After two (2) years, each tax break shall be reduced by 50% per year until three (3) have passed. Thus, the tax break shall be given for a total of five (5) years. After five (5) years, no tax break shall be given because of compensation for this decree.</ul><br/>3) In Brazil and all its belongings, freedmen denoted by this decree shall be declared citizens of this country with the full benefits and responsibilities that such title carries. <br/>3a. In order to compensate these new citizens for being kept from enjoying their Natural Rights (entitled to every man and woman), the state shall not charge any income or property tax on them for a period of two (2) years, as a form of reparation. <br/>3b. These new citizens shall also receive a monthly monetary sum equivalent to a monthly minimum wage for the period four (4) months. This, in order to guarantee the survival of them since they are entering into society and the difficulties of time would overcome them without this help. <br/><ul>I. Individuals below the age of 18 shall receive 75% of this monetary sum, and it shall be administered by their legal guardians. <br/>II. While receiving this compensation, the individual, with an age of 18 years or older, is required to be actively looking for a job. If one is found, the individual shall still receive this benefit until the four (4) months conclude.<br/>III. During these four (4) months, no individual can receive any sort of welfare that has been approved by the government.</ul><br/>The King, His Royal Majesty Pierre II le Magnanime, with the powers vested in him by God and by the Royal Government of the Empire of Brazil, hereby declares this decree official and legitimate within the lands of the country. May God, with all His Supreme Wisdom, guide and bless this decree.<br/><br/>Signed in the Fifth day of May in the year 1881 of the Grace of Our Lord.<br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/2/25/Signature_Pedro_II.png/320px-Signature_Pedro_II.png""/><br/>Pierre II<br/>Monarch of the Empire of Brazil</blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/>After the Decree was read aloud by the Minister, news of this landmark event traveled to every corner of the country. The momentum was such that by the end of the day, the entire South American continent had received the news from Brazil. The government awaited the reaction from other governments around the World. Within the country, though, the reactions were already being felt.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Parliament of Brazil:</span><br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">This is a complete overreach and abuse of power of that man! This outrage cannot be permitted! July 14! July 14! Prise de la Bastille! Prise de la Bastille!</span>"" A representative from one of the states with most slaves yelled in the chamber. The legislators were arguing and yelling at each other. Some in favor of the King's move believing it to be legal, others against it and calling for the trial of Pierre II. And even others debating whether the Parliament should be dismissed and new elections be held to see the will of the people.<br/><br/>After hours of intense debate and insults, the chamber voted to ask Pierre II and explain his decision to the Parliament of the country. This action, for many in the chamber, is the overseeing power of the branch on the executive. Others saw it as a complete circus by those who could not accept the realities of time. The King was called at around 6:30 PM (the Decree was read aloud at 6 AM). He appeared before the chamber at 7:00 PM. When some legislators heard that the king was there, they began to yell, ""Prise de la Bastille!"". The whole chamber was still in chaos with many still arguing the legality of the act. Thereafter, the Sergeant-at-arms yelled, ""Oyez! Oyez!"" calling order in the chamber as the king was about to speak. The king began:<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Honorable legislators of this great Brazil. I have been called by your session to have a word on the slavery issue. Everything I have done and will do is for the best of my country. Many of you may be outraged by this decision but if we ever want to bring Brazil to the glorious halls of great power status. Slavery, you see, is an obstacle to this great goal. In order to preserve the political harmony of this nation, I ask the Parliament to pass a vote of confidence on my action, which is aimed at the best goals for Brazil. Thank you.""</span><br/><br/>After Pierre II spoke, the chamber went back to the polarization it was on before. Now with the king gone, the legislators readied their political weapons to begin the battle in the debates that are to come.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>The Brazilian government was in search for new trade partners that could give the country the advantage to export more its products to different markets, diversifying trade partners, and thus avoiding any political manipulation (OOC: And to avoid recessions but I do not believe they know that yet). If Brazil is able to create a general trade surplus, this incoming money can serve as a tool to develop the economy in the private sector.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Letter to Portugal""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/1/1b/Coat_of_arms_of_the_Empire_of_Brazil.svg/391px-Coat_of_arms_of_the_Empire_of_Brazil.svg.png""/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Lettre Officielle de l'Empire du Brésil</span><br/>Office of the King</div><br/><hr/><br/>Honorable Leader of Portugal, <br/><br/>To me it is an honor to write to you on this occasion. The reason for this letter is for commercial and financial reasons. As you may know, Brazil is one of the largest exporters of coffee in the world and we would like to propose to you a deal in which Brazil can export coffee to your nation while Portugal could export machinery to our country. We believe that with the strengthening of economic ties between Brazil and Portugal, our country would be able to further develop economically. <br/><br/>We anxiously wait your response with the best of hopes. May your nation continue experiencing the very good fortunes of the present.<br/><br/>Cordially,<br/><br/>Pierre II<br/>King of Brazil</blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 1%; line-height: 116%;"">818 - Tracking purposes</span>"
14317,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381&start=75,2014-12-27T21:00:00,Altito Asmoro,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.flyingcolours.org/uploads/product_imgs/3c654b5d07.png""/></div><br/><br/>Secret In-Character<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">May 1st, 1881</span></div><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">TO: Republic of Portugal<br/>FROM: Republic of Gran Colombia<br/><br/>Salutations and health, always to the Republic of Portugal.<br/><br/>As the South America continues to be in turmoil, I personally felt troubled with the turmoil, and thus in order to strengthen the relations of Portugal-Colombia and to protect Portugal's economic and military interest in South America, I hereby offering a meeting between both of our countries about the more extended interest of Portugal and for our relation's sake.<br/><br/>We will waiting for your response,<br/>Sincerely yours,<br/>President Rafael Nunez of Gran Colombia</blockquote><br/><br/>""Send this letter through the embassies. And be secret about this. Send our agents to protect this letter's details and provide security to the delivery as well. We need to make sure that the Mexico and Brazil doesn't know of this letter's details."" said Rafael Nunez to his secretary.<br/><br/>""Yes, Sir."" and then his secretary went out to met with the security officials."
14318,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381&start=75,2014-12-27T23:15:00,Senkaku,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.crwflags.com/fotw/images/m/mn_emp_2.gif""/><br/><span style=""font-size: 250%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ikh Mongol Uls</span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">All Under the Blue Sky, Chapter Five: The Flail of God</span></span></div><br/><hr/><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.indiamike.com/india/attachments/21777d1318580116-dream-tour-kumaon-himalaya-part-i-dsc_0669-2-.jpg""/><br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://vimeo.com/114350322"" rel=""nofollow"">The Himalaya Mountains, Tibet</a></div><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-size: 70%; line-height: 116%;"">""<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S0y2U9keOUY"" rel=""nofollow"">I am the flail of god. Had you not created great sins, God would not have sent a punishment like me upon you.</a>""<br/>-Genghis Khan<br/></span></span><br/><hr/><br/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 125%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Baichuan</span></span></div><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Khanbaliq<br/>Dejin Opera House</span><br/><hr/><br/><br/><br/><br/><br/>""What I fail to understand is why they have taken no action!""<br/>""They cannot, Chabi. My father is still in Jehol- and you know he never bothers with state affairs while he's hunting.""<br/>""But he could have acted before he left for Jehol.""<br/>""I doubt he wants to, and for whatever reason Xian doesn't want to either. I have no idea why, but if he's giving me breathing room, he's going to regret it.""<br/>Chabi raised an eyebrow. ""Oh?""<br/>""Three<span style=""font-style: italic"">tumens</span>of northern cavalry, a gift from the Viceroy of Karakorum, are marching on the capital. I expect the Grand Secretariat will now be getting word that most of its agents in the north are confirmed dead or have gone missing. It will be quite splendid when, tomorrow, my troops appear outside the walls and I open the gates for them. The Vice-Regent and the Chancellor will be arrested on charges of corruption and treason, my father will remain in Jehol- until I go there and ask him to abdicate- and I will purge the court of the traitors who want to whore our empire to the West.""<br/>Chabi smiled wickedly. ""Does this mean I get to go to Jehol with you?""<br/>The Crown Prince looked her over, eyes glinting with desire, gazing through the shimmering, translucent silk gown that covered her perfectly sculpted body and gleamed in the torchlight. ""I think that could be arranged.""<br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Khanbaliq<br/>The Golden Orchid Court<br/></span><br/><hr/><br/><br/><br/>It was a sunny, insufferably hot day, and Zhao Xian wished dearly that he could have joined the khagan at the mountain retreat in Jehol. The sky had a yellowish tinge, dust from the west, almost as if Heaven had jaundice- sickened merely by looking down upon the ever-changing follies of puny man. The Vice-Regent was walking slowly, carefully staying in the shade as a hot wind kicked up dust from the garden. It had not been watered for some time- they had to save money somehow, and in this insufferable heat, luxuries, especially such extravagant ones, would be the first to go.<br/>Xian heard movement behind him, and briefly wondered if another assassin was approaching, before turning around.<br/><br/>It was merely his deputy Liu's steward, and Xian let out a minuscule sigh of relief he didn't know he'd been holding.<br/>""My lord regent, Minister Sun sends his respects. I have an urgent message from him.""<br/>""Yes, Kai?""<br/>The boy seemed to be struggling to maintain his composure- the heat, most likely. Even when he had been young and fit, Xian would not fancy running far or fast in such infernal temperatures.<br/>But no, the boy's face was not just gleaming with sweat- it was slack, shocked, almost. Was he going into heatstroke?<br/>""My lord... there are riders coming.""<br/>Xian cocked an eyebrow. ""And?""<br/>Kai stammered something incomprehensible, waving his hands, swearing in his Hunan dialect before regaining control. ""My lord,"" he said, taking a deep breath, ""it would appear some thousands of riders, at least one<span style=""font-style: italic"">tumen</span>, are approaching the capital from the north. They were spotted by a few herders and some of the city garrison confirmed their report. They fired on those who did stumble across them.""<br/>Xian frowned. ""A<span style=""font-style: italic"">tumen</span>? Why was I not informed of such a large deployment?""<br/>Kai raised his hands in defeat. ""My lord, I've no idea. I merely deliver the messages.""<br/>The Vice-Regent's eyes narrowed. ""Do you know how far away they are?""<br/>""A day's ride- no, probably less.""<br/>""Very well."" Xian hurried into a nearby room, beckoning the steward to follow, snatching a brush and paper from the slightly surprised official within and scrawling hurriedly. In less than a minute, he handed Kai the rolled-up paper, the ink blotting slightly- not yet fully dried.<br/>""Take this to the Grand Secretariat as fast as you can go."" The steward bowed and took off running, and the Vice-Regent pointed at the bureaucrat whose office he had just intruded on. ""You, go to the Gate of Divine Might."" He fumbled to take a seal out of his robes, handing it to the man. ""Instruct the commanders to mobilize the city garrison immediately, by order of the Vice-Regent."" The bewildered man bowed deeply, stammering, and hurried out- though being middle-aged and rather more portly, he did not move with as much speed as Liu's steward.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">This is Zaichun's doing. Apparently saving face for someone is no longer appreciated around these parts.</span><br/><hr/><br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Khanbaliq<br/>Xinbeimen Gate</span><br/><hr/><br/><br/><br/><br/>""Captain! I can see dust and some flashing steel!"" The cry from the top of the gatehouse was sudden, cutting through the tense, heated evening air. The sun was descending in the west, a blisteringly hot drop of vermilion blood that turned the sky a lurid flame orange and the clouds hot pink as it sank.<br/>Captain Ren Zhu glanced up at where the young archer, their lookout, was positioned, about to call a response, when the archer's voice came again.<br/>""I can see banners, as well! Karakorum's colors, but I can't make out what they say.""<br/>Captain Ren grunted, before booming out orders to the rest of the gatehouse as he peered towards the hills in the north, trying to make out what the archer had seen. ""Drums! Sound off! We've sighted the enemy.""<br/>The huge signal drums in the massive building's heart, a moment later, began to rumble, the vast noise shaking the very air as they beat out their signal. Captain Ren also saw the brilliant red flags begin rising above the gatehouse, signaling the rest of the city the enemy had been spotted.<br/><br/>A few moments later, a trumpet sounded, a deep roar like a dragon's furious bellow, from the Urdkhaalga, the city's largest gate. The deep moan sounded like the herald of the apocalypse, a terrifying noise that would be heard for many miles around. There were troops stirring on the Urdkhaalga's prominent structure as well, scurrying about, their armor glinting in the blood-red light of the dying sun.<br/>As the horn petered off, Captain Ren suddenly heard a faint popping noise, and walked down the wall, past the gatehouse's vast masonry bulk, to look down into the city. The Dejin Opera House was burning furiously, and he could see smoke starting to stream up from several areas around it, as well as the palace.<br/>There was suddenly a distant boom, like thunder from the storm that had blown by that morning, and Ren gaped as the Khoidkhaalga, one of the city's other primary gates, suddenly erupted in a massive fireball. A large chunk of the gatehouse's tiled roof was hurled into the air, and Ren could see powder smoke drifting over the walls and above the rooftops now.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">What on earth is going on down there?</span><br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Outside Khanbaliq<br/>Several miles north of the Urdkhaalga</span><br/><hr/><br/><br/><br/>""By the Blue Sky."" Esen put his little telescope down, whistling long and low. The distant<span style=""font-style: italic"">boom</span>hit them a moment later.<br/>""What was that?,"" Batu inquired.<br/>""The Khoidkhaalga just exploded,"" the other man said, with a slight tone of awe. ""I think there must've been a fire in the artillery magazine.""<br/>Batu snorted. ""We shouldn't have any trouble taking the city, then, if they're going to blow up their own gatehouses for us.""<br/>Esen shrugged. ""Do note, brother, there are more than a few smoke plumes over the city. I expect there will be some resistance."" He swung down off his horse, heading into the yurt their troops had erected on the hilltop for them. It granted a sweeping panorama on the area before Khanbaliq's northern walls, though the walls themselves were towards the horizon and only a thin brownish line against the urban sprawl of the outer city.<br/>Esen continued as Batu followed him. ""Besides, the outer defenses look to be in working order. And we're mostly stuck with trebuchets and lancers, while they have the best men and artillery the Gold Bird Guards possess.""<br/>""It won't matter, if the Khoidkhaalga has been blown up.""<br/>Esen sighed. ""Do you honestly think that was an accident?""<br/>""No. I assume the Prince's supporters have kindly gone ahead and breached the walls for us.""<br/>""And why,"" Esen said patiently, ""would they do that? They could have just opened the gates for us when we arrived.""<br/>Batu frowned as his brother continued. ""I suspect someone has warned the Grand Secretariat of our approach, and the city is probably in chaos while the garrison and the Gold Birds move to-""<br/>There came a distant, moaning roar as the sun cast a blood-red finger onto their little promontory, and Batu's face finally dawned in worried comprehension as the shriek of the Urdkhaalga's horn blasted across the steppe.<br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Khanbaliq<br/>The Forbidden City<br/>Hall of Supreme Harmony</span><br/><hr/><br/><br/><br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">I don't look quite as regal as Kublai. This throne is too large.</span>Xian shifted uncomfortably on the huge seat, which usually accommodated the khagan's far more considerable girth and his flowing formal robes. The Vice-Regent was, as was his duty, sitting the throne in the khagan's absence, but, dressed in his usual less formal robes, and being a much smaller man than the Great Khan, he did not fit well on the throne's large, bowl-like seat.<br/>A soldier, his uniform impeccable, strode in, bowing deeply to the throne before proceeding.<br/>""My lord Vice-Regent, the Prince's units within the city have been pushed out of the Golden Orchid Court, but-""<br/>The distant roar of the Urdkhaalga's horn shook the very pillars of the throne room, and the soldier paused, looking up in a combination of awe and fear, before continuing.<br/>""As I was saying, Zaichun has been driven out of the Golden Orchid Court, and the Dejin Opera House has fallen as well. He is withdrawing towards-""<br/>A second blast, this one far greater, hit them- but it was not the Urdkhaalga. This was a force like the hammer of an angry god, slamming into the very earth, and the noise was deafening. The building shook, and they could all hear screams and cries from outside.<br/>Xian stood, pointing to a guard. ""Find out what that was. Go!""<br/>The man ran off as the Gold Bird captain continued. ""He is retreating towards the Khoidkhaalga, and the Gate of Divine Might has alerted the garrison to oppose him.""<br/>The Vice-Regent nodded. ""Where is the Chancellor?""<br/>""He remains in the Golden Orchid Court, directing the troops and making sure all the civil servants there are evacuated.""<br/>""Very well."" The Vice-Regent shifted slightly, wincing a little as he tilted his neck back and forth.<br/>The guard came running back in, looking stunned. ""My lord Vice-Regent, the explosion we have just heard... Sir, I believe the Khoidkhaalga has been destroyed.""<br/>""Destroyed? Completely destroyed?"" Xian raised an eyebrow. ""And how, exactly, would someone destroy the entirety of the Khoidkhaalga?""<br/>""Sir, I don't know, I only report-""<br/>The Gold Bird captain cut him off. ""My lord, if the gatehouse's magazine has been touched off, it would probably be sufficient to cause a very large explosion and probably destroy the gatehouse.""<br/>Xian gaped a little at him. ""So now our walls have been breached, as a few thousand steppe riders are marching on us from the north?""<br/>The captain and the guard looked at each other uncertainly, and the Vice-Regent began swearing horribly in Chinese.<br/>When he recovered from his fit of cursing, Zhao Xian's expression of fury could have reduced even the bravest of warriors to quivering, quailing beggars pleading for the mercy of leaving with their lives. He glowered down at the two soldiers, who seemed transfixed- the Vice-Regent's gaze was like that of a cobra, pinning its prey in place before it goes for the kill, but it possessed an additional flame of rage that could probably burn a hole in Khanbaliq's mighty walls if directed at them for two long.<br/>""Get. Out.""<br/>The two men bowed hurriedly, and almost ran out of the throne room in their haste to escape the atmosphere of palpable rage he was exuding.<br/>Zhao Xian curled on the imperial throne, like a brooding cobra in his den, plotting.<br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Khanbaliq<br/>East Quarter</span><br/><hr/><br/><br/><br/><br/>Zaichun stared as the shockwave passed, hurling chunks of flaming debris hundreds and even thousands of feet into the darkening sky. It was a beautiful sight- a terrible one, but beautiful. The enormous ball of flame rising from the gatehouse's savaged walls and ruined roof swiftly darkened into an evil black toadstool, hurling debris down onto the residences and businesses beneath.<br/>The Crown Prince heard a sudden whistling sound, and one of his guards gave a grunt. There was a sudden yell.<br/>""Get down!""<br/>Zaichun looked down and around, eyes widening. One of his guards was staggering, with a glowing shard of ceramic embedded in his chest- probably formerly part of the gatehouse's tile roof. There was another whistling noise, and a chunk of burning material and masonry that could not have weighed less than a horse smashed into the house they were standing near.<br/>The prince dove to the ground as the house exploded, raining more debris down on their little party. The street was suddenly hazy with smoke, and burning debris were everywhere as the Khoidkhaalga revenged itself upon those who had destroyed it with a hailstorm of fire from the sky. Zaichun winced as another one of his guards disappeared under another large chunk of rubble, a fine spray of blood misting the ground around where he had been standing.<br/>As the sounds of debris crashing into buildings began to drop off, Zaichun tentatively rose to his feet.<br/><br/>Four guards were down, as well as dozens of civilians, and houses and buildings were already beginning to burn. The Khoidkhaalga, meanwhile, was apparently burning furiously, and the prince could hear nonstop shooting from its direction as his men tried to storm the burning ruins of the gatehouse.<br/>A rider, waving one of the brilliant green silk banners that Zaichun's troops had been using to identify themselves, came thundering down the street, slowing as he spotted the clump of men gathered in the street. He trotted his horse over, shouting over the roar of the fires.<br/>""The Gold Birds have pushed us out of the inner city! Do any of you know where the Prince is? We must evacuate him!""<br/>Zaichun looked down at himself as he realized the man didn't know who he was talking to, and understood. His clothes- riding clothes- were torn and dirty, his hand bleeding from where he'd been grazed by a splinter in the opera house, and he knew his face was probably scratched and dirty as well.<br/>He looked up at the rider.<br/>""I am the Prince Zaichun.""<br/>The man quailed, immediately hopping off his mount and kowtowing.<br/>""My lord, forgive me for my insolence! I did not-""<br/>""That's fine. Rise,"" Zaichun sighed. ""The Gold Birds have taken the inner city?""<br/>""Indeed, my lord. They are advancing towards us now, and all formations are being pushed towards the Khoidkhaalga, or else surrounded and destroyed. We are losing control of the walls as well, sire.""<br/>Zaichun glowered, clenching his fists and grinding his teeth.<br/>""Very well. Let's get out of here.""<br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Outside Khanbaliq<br/>The following day</span><br/><hr/><br/><br/><br/><br/><br/>Zaichun, bundled in fur and sipping a cup of steaming tea to ward off the frigid wind now coming in from the north, looked dully down onto a burning city.<br/><br/>The Khoidkhaalga's raging fires had dwindled to a smolder, the huge column of smoke that had been rising from the gatehouse thinning out. Around the walls, however, and beneath them, other fires were still burning, where the pathetic siege engines the army had brought lay in ruins. A few trebuchets were still standing, but they had all been put out of action either by damage or by having their crews slaughtered by sniper fire. Smoke was rising in several places over the city, where buildings had been set on fire in the prince's mad effort to hold out until the army arrived, and the districts nearest to the Khoidkhaalga's burned-out husk had been churned into a heap of churned, smoldering rubble by the fighting that had occurred there. There were even still a few wisps of smoke over the Golden Orchid Court, hanging like shreds of torn cloth, ephemeral reminders of his failure. Perhaps the souls of the thousands of riders who had died in the assault on the city had coagulated in the sky to form these wispy veils, because Zaichun was sure that the fires set in the Court would have been extinguished by now.<br/>Esen, looking grim, came up behind him. ""My lord prince, our scouts report their engineers are beginning work on the Khoidkhaalga. We must retreat.""<br/>""Of course."" Zaichun ground his teeth in fury. ""Dispatch a bird to inform Viceroy Iljigin of our defeat."" He turned around. ""I must also send out some birds of my own, if you don't mind.""<br/>""All that this army has is yours to command, my prince,"" Esen said politely. ""I will show you to the cages.""<br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Jehol<br/>The Mountain Palace<br/>Great Audience Hall</span><br/><hr/><br/><br/><br/><br/>Kublai looked blearily down on the man, who was trembling in fear- and even weeping!<br/>""So, to review, my son and heir has dispatched an army against my capital and my officials. The capital has thus far held, but he now sends men to collect me."" The khagan took a deep breath, looking positively incandescent with fury. ""You tell me, the Prince Zaichun has sent soldiers for me?! To seize his own khagan, his father!<span style=""font-style: italic"">Is this what you tell me!?</span>""<br/>The messenger gasped in fear. ""Radiant lord who outshines the sun, moon, and stars, I fear this is the regrettable occurrence I must inform you of,"" he stammered.<br/>Kublai slammed his arm down on the throne- and it cracked. It was a much smaller, lighter throne than the one he usually sat in Khanbaliq, its arms flimsier and unable to support the tremendous force Kublai could exert.<br/>The Emperor glowered down on the man, his gaze roaming around the room like a beam of flame. ""Inform the imperial guard they must be ready to defend me. I will leave immediately for Khanbaliq.""<br/>He waved the man out, receding back onto his seat, fuming, as the court emptied.<br/>Cixi appeared on his right, lowering herself to lean on the broken armrest.<br/>""I never thought he was capable of this,"" Kublai muttered. ""I thought he was better than this.""<br/>Cixi frowned. ""Kublai, our son is doing what he thinks is right. He's trying to defend-""<br/>""No, he's not!"", the khagan suddenly said, raising his voice. He shook his head vehemently, his voice settling back to an angry mutter. ""He's not a true Mongol anymore. Too Chinese. This is what they do to us, wife. We raised him in Khanbaliq, not Karakorum, where he should've been raised among his<span style=""font-style: italic"">real</span>people.""<br/>Cixi took a sharp breath through his nose. ""Zaichun would never-""<br/>Kublai waved his hand, pointing at nothing in particular. ""Well, he has. Just look. The capital besieged, cavalry coming to collect me like some fugitive on the run. I tell you, he has that insatiable lust for... for power for power's sake. He is too Chinese! If we'd raised him in the Old Capital, the way I was, perhaps, but...""<br/>The khagan sat back, defeated, but Cixi looked almost affronted.<br/>""We<span style=""font-style: italic"">raised</span>him in Khanbaliq because we wanted things to be better for him, Kublai. Because we didn't want to suddenly thrust him into the court and culture, because we didn't want for him to become Iljigin's hostage or starve if there was another flood and bad harvest and there wasn't enough food to send to Karakorum. Because we didn't want him to grow up thinking the way<span style=""font-style: italic"">we used to.</span>Would you rather he were Genghis come again? Or Nurhaci? I would rather have our son raised in the capital, to be able to understand his empire and its peoples- because for all we try to, neither of us<span style=""font-style: italic"">ever</span>will,"" she said fiercely. ""Because he was not raised in the Nara castles or the yurts of Ulaanbataar, he can. He can see beyond what either of us can, he can do<span style=""font-style: italic"">more</span>. He is doing what he believes to be right, not just in terms of ideology, but to keep the greatest legacy of your people, the empire that we rule, alive.""<br/>Kublai raised an eyebrow. ""And burning the capital is his start?""<br/>Cixi stood up, and stormed out of the room.<br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Karakorum<br/>Palace of the Viceroy</span><br/><hr/><br/><br/><br/><br/><br/>""Those of you present today are some of Mongolia's greatest lords,"" Viceroy Iljigin said softly. ""All of you are men with vision, who supplied me with the men and arms to aid Prince Zaichun in this dark hour for our realm. I have no doubt all of you are likely aware of what has happened at Khanbaliq- thousands dead and wounded in a failed attack to take the city and force out the poisonous influences of the Vice-Regent and the Chancellor.<br/>""I have no doubt that the city garrison has noted the banners present in the army they fought, and that even now the Grand Secretariat will be mobilizing soldiers to crush what they see as another revolt against the khagan- or what they claim to see as a revolt against the khagan. All of us know we only wish to protect our emperor from Western and Chinese influence, but the bastards in the court will not see it so.<br/>""Gentlemen, there is no turning back here. Any of you who wish to withdraw, be my guest. But be advised that you must leave Karakorum by daybreak tomorrow- I will not harbor you here, and you must know that you will be hunted, wherever you go, by Khanbaliq, and the capital has a long reach and many knives, waiting in the dark.<br/>""Stay and fight for the cause, and you will not only be safe here from the Grand Secretariat's assassins, but you can help myself and your fellow Mongols reassert our dominance in this world, and retake that which is ours by birthright-<span style=""font-style: italic"">anything we want.</span>We will rebuild, under our prince, a new empire, a better empire, free from the West, and controlling, rather than being controlled by, the Chinese. I have sent messages to our Jurchen brethren as well, and to some like-minded persons in Chagatai and Hanguo, to call a kurultai. Who will stand with me?""<br/>Everyone stood up, putting their right fist over their heart, and Iljigin felt a grin creeping across his face.<br/>""Very well. It seems we have some work to do, my lords.""<br/><hr/><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://oak.ucc.nau.edu/wittke/tibet/Glac9a.jpg""/><br/><span style=""font-size: 125%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Chagatai</span></span></div><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Viceroyalty of Chagatai<br/>Tian Shan Province<br/>Kashi Prefecture<br/>Kashgar</span><br/><hr/><br/><br/><br/><br/>""My lord viceroy, I bring you ill news from the south and the west.""<br/>Faisal looked up from his desk, where he had been reviewing budgetary memoranda from the city government and the Grand Secretariat, as Lord Buqa Khorilar of Kara-Balta, one of his longtime friends, allies, and advisers, came into the room.<br/>""Buqa, I wasn't expecting to see you until-""<br/>""Faisal, I'm sorry to interrupt, but this is urgent.""<br/>""What's happening?""<br/>""The Kyrgyz rebels are acting up again. In a very big way.""<br/>""So what's happening?""<br/>Buqa took out several messenger bird dispatches from his pockets. ""According to these dispatches from the Osh garrison, the rebels have taken Uzgen. You recall Jyrgal Akayet, their general who burned Karaköl? Apparently he's personally leading a thrust towards Osh and onto the Ferghana Valley. The Governor of Osh and his commanders expect to soon be besieged.""<br/>""And what news from the south?""<br/>""Equally bad. The Governor of Yarkand sent a message. May I read?""<br/>Faisal waved his hand in assent.<br/>""Ahem. 'My lord viceroy. I write this message fully expecting it to be my last. I am currently trapped in the aviary of the governor's palace with a few guards, and we are under attack by the forces of former viceroy Batukhan. I suspect he moves in support of the Prince Zaichun's revolt to the east. As of now, Yarkand is a city in revolt. I request reinforcements to crush these rebels, and recommend you immediately appoint a successor. The khagan's eternal servant, Governor.' He didn't even finish signing it,"" Buqa said dejectedly.<br/>Faisal was calm for a moment, and then slammed his fist onto his desk, sweeping his ink, pen, paper, and a vase of the table in fury and swearing in Tajik and Uighur. He stood, turning to the window and leaning on the windowsill as he stared out over Kashgar. Buqa bowed.<br/>""My lord, we must march on Yarkand at once.""<br/>""And we must relieve Osh,"" Faisal spat out. ""Where will I get the troops to do either?""<br/>""Dispatch soldiers from Bishkek to relieve Osh, and assemble the men we have here in Kashgar to crush Batukhan. I have men in-""<br/>""And then we leave Bishkek stripped while our troops slowly make their way south, while Osh is placed under siege, and we risk losing Kashgar itself to Batukhan?""<br/>""Faisal, it's the only way. You can't let either of these revolts grow. Send word to the Viceroy of Yunnan, perhaps? Batukhan cannot have many men. A pincer attack from Gertse and Kashgar will crush him completely.""<br/>""That will take a few days, even by messenger bird.""<br/>""The same amount of time it will take us to assemble a force here in Kashgar. Batukhan, when he hears of our plans- and he will likely intercept them, which isn't bad- will have to either split his forces, commit his entire force to one of our armies and certainly lose Yarkand, or try to hold the city against a superior force. He's doomed whichever way he cuts. Meanwhile, Osh will hold while the relief expedition marches from Bishkek.""<br/>""Thank God Iljigin hasn't sent reinforcements,"" the viceroy muttered, ""or we'd be in a pretty pickle.""<br/>""He seems quite intent on this kurultai of his. He and Jalar are holding it in Bayan Tumen, so that Manchurian members can attend more easily.""<br/>""Well, that's the khagan's problem, not mine,"" Faisal said briskly, ""unless they try to mount any attacks on us. Once the situation with Batukhan is dealt with we can try to send aid.""<br/>""So I can marshal our troops and dispatch the birds?""<br/>""Yes, go.""<br/><br/><hr/><br/>TO DO LIST<br/><br/><br/><del>-Zaichun's failed coup and growing rebellion in the north (Karakorum and Kua'amar)</del><br/>-Batukhan joins the rebellion, Sajadi marches on Yarkand<br/>-Kyrgyz rebels besiege Osh, relief force from Kashgar stalls marching south from Bishkek<br/>-Communists?"
14319,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381&start=75,2014-12-28T01:28:00,The Khedive,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/e/ec/Flag_of_the_German_Empire.svg/320px-Flag_of_the_German_Empire.svg.png""/></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Generalleutnant</span> Constantin von Alvensleben<br/><br/>The City of Alexandria<br/>Alexandria Governorate<br/>Sultanate of Egypt<br/><br/>2. May. 1881</span></span><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Journal Entry<br/><br/>""... Alexandria has fallen after a several days'-long bombardment. Tough fighting soon followed in lifting the siege on the Legation Quarter. I have not seen such cruelty and wickedness that I have found in the oriental Musulman. Quarters of the city have been set aflame, churches and mosques alike have been defiled, and the populace are in riot. When we entered they were beheading men in the streets and leaving their bodies for the rats...<br/><br/>""... The German Consulate is, thankfully, unharmed, though starved nearly to death. They are being sent back to Berlin...<br/><br/>""... Once the city capitulated we quickly went to work establishing Western, nay, German civilisation in this land. Our first task, after rounding up those involved in crimes against the Confederation, was cleaning up the streets of filth and rubble and reestablishing the rule of law. Governance was restored to its pristine state, if not better... Work has commenced rebuilding destroyed portions of the city. I hope that when we leave this city it will be unrecognisable from our own Cologne...<br/><br/>""... Our reinforcements arrived several days ago, and have been put to good use consolidating our gains in the region. Currently we are led to believe that we hold the Nile Delta...<br/><br/>""... A delegation, accompanied by ten physicians as a token of goodwill, have been sent to entreaty with the Sultan in Cairo. We hold no ill will for this regime, and it is prayed a better future may be in store for future Prusso-Egyptian relations...""</blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Doctor von Zhivago<br/><br/>The City of Cairo<br/>Cairo Governorate<br/>Sultanate of Egypt<br/><br/>3. May. 1881</span></span><br/><br/>Their meagre delegation had finally arrived within the shadows of the city walls of Cairo, under the aegis of the Red Cross and a white flag of peace. Their orders were simple: negotiate a peace with the Sultan. That peace included the following terms: 1. North German Confederation extends protection to the Sultanate of Egypt against internal and external threats. 2. North German Confederation stations a token force of 800 men to guard the Consulate in Alexandria. 3. On matters including but not limited to the welfare of Christian missionaries and German expatriates, the North German Consul's advice must be obeyed. 4. Sultanate of Egypt pays a nominal reparation of 12,000,000 marks to the North German Confederation, of which 7,000,000 marks shall be used to construct schools of Western education in Egypt 5. North German Confederation constructs a railway line from Cairo to Alexandria using Egyptian labour.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center"">Middlewoch_________________2. Juni. 1881<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">Der Berliner Post</span></span></span></div><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 300%; line-height: 116%;"">Heimstättengesetz Unterzeichnet</span></div></span><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.archives.gov/education/lessons/homestead-act/images/homesteading-family.gif""/></div><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 85%; line-height: 116%;"">A photo of one of the many German families venturing further west in Herzogtum Kanada. Established in 1862, Saskatchewan Province has seen its population multiply threefold in the last two decades.</span></div><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Berlin, Preussen</span></span></span> <span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-size: 125%; line-height: 116%;"">By Siegfried Alder</span></span><br/>The North German government announced today that, after two months of heated debate in the Reichstag, the Homestead Act has passed with an overwhelming majority of 223 votes in favour, 147 against, 12 abstained. Proposed early this year, the Act grants 320 acres of designated areas in West Saskatchewan, Herzogtum Kanada with a charge of 3.15 Marks to every unmarried white male citizen eighteen or older–and 640 acres to every married couple–arriving in West Saskatchewan before 1 August, 1886. The Bundeskolonialamt, meanwhile, confirmed recent rumours of its plans to formally integrate lands beyond the 110th meridian west into Herzogtum Kanada by 1 January 1882. A sizeable German population numbering... [continued page 3]<br/><hr/><br/><div style=""float: right;""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.hinzmansapworldhistory.com/uploads/1/3/4/1/13414294/6508988.gif""/></div><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">Hauch von Kartätschen?</span></div></span><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Konigsberg, Ruthenian Empire</span></span></span> <span style=""font-size: 125%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-style: italic"">By Captain Schmidt</span></span></div><br/>The skies were alive with black, red and gold as German nationalists took to the streets of Krolewiec in the Ruthenian Empire, or Konigsberg as it is known in German. This comes in a wave of Pan-German agitation throughout the German states, in Potsdam, Munich, Nuremberg, Vienna, and Kiel over the last few months in response to the March Revolution in Rome which toppled the Pope. Thus far it remains, in celebration of German spirit, limited to peaceful gatherings, however... [continued page 10]<br/><hr/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">Mauser brothers announce smokeless powder!</span></span></span></div><br/>Industrialists Wilhelm and Paul Mauser of Mauser Model 1871 fame have announced this week the invention of a smokeless powder. Dubbed simply 'whitepowder' as opposed to blackpowder, it is two times more powerful than black powder for the same weight, and does not generate large quantities of smoke. It is predicted that this innovation will resolve the issue of obscuring smoke clouds in battle. Most importantly, its possibilities and applications are unforeseeable, and may very well change the face of modern warfare.<br/><hr/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">Police bulletin updates:</span></span></span></div><br/>-Officers are still looking for Kaspar Hauser, an anarchist who recently launched an assassination attempt against HM King Wilhelm of Prussia and escaped custody. Anyone who has any information is asked to come forward.<br/>-Three men, whose names will not be disclosed, were arrested for the recent Nuremberg bank robbery. All the stolen money was recovered. <br/>-Anyone with any information on the militant organization ""Friends of Engels"" is asked to come forward. Due to the group's violent nature, we desperately need any and all information you may have. We can guarantee witness protection.</blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">HM King Wilhelm of Prussia, Präsident of the North German Confederation<br/><br/>The City of Potsdam<br/>Kingdom of Prussia<br/>North German Confederation<br/><br/>27. Juni. 1881</span></span><br/><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/8/8c/Wilhelm-I-Preu%C3%9Fen.jpg/486px-Wilhelm-I-Preu%C3%9Fen.jpg""/></div><br/><br/>""Verdammt! I have no time to be tired!<br/><br/>Where he once paced about the room in quiet discontent, arm tucked into his overcoat like the generals of old, Wilhelm, Konig von Preussen, here paced no more, but restrained himself to the stately discomfort of his office chair. Above the heap of documents strewn about his desk, and various ornaments, portraits of relatives and monarchs, one and the same, grimaced cheerfully back. Before him a great bust of Alte Fritz on horseback hung with a lopsided bicorne next to Marcus Aurelius, but today they offered no counsel from the lost vestiges of antiquity that might, in their elder knowledge, have brought him some respite.<br/><br/>""The first eighty years of a man's life are the happiest."" He sighed at its simple poignancy. ""The next four years are downhill!""<br/><br/>""Were I to have been blessed with your youthful vitality, Eure Majestät! No man alive cannot envy you at this moment, no Prussian alive cannot be prouder of such a stately King! To have lived as his<span style=""font-style: italic"">contemporary</span>! I cannot think of any greater a blessing of God, to hell with the four years!"" Bismarck saw fit to offer a bow, in honour of his service to the Crown and to him especially for the last twenty years. Twenty good years.<br/><br/>""And God in his infinite wisdom has decreed that I will live for another blasted four years, if I am so unfortunate. These bones, where one might once call me a butcher, nay, the Prince of Grapeshot! (aha, how time flies!) have now in their passing left me weak, and old. I long for the the wild rides of my youth. I long for the thunder of field cannon, I long for the snap of rifles! I long for it all, but I fear my bones would crumble at any minute. I want to meet my end in battle, with the Schwarz-Weiss-Rott in one hand, a pistol in the other, singing the Hohenfriedberger with my last breath.""<br/><br/>""That is the blood of a Prussian. It will never be quiet.""<br/><br/>From the looming walls towering portraits of kings and worthy ancestors stared down, a splendid reminder of the legacy he had inherited. All had the blood of Prussia, and only the most worthy found glory. Not only of Prussia, but Hohenzollern. He was a Hohenzollern, the strongest and most prestigious royal family (and if he were to confide in secret, one of the last few remaining in Europe! Monarchism was a vanishing sentiment), and he was Hohenzollern by the Grace of God. Not man.<br/><br/>""And now Prussia reigns supreme. It will never be quiet, never again.""<br/><br/>Bismarck broke into a laugh. ""Napoleon is interred at St. Helen. He is no more. His grandson in Rome? A gadfly like the other revolutionaries. His men will turn against him in a matter of weeks. I will wager it is a poor harvest that does him in."" He drew in closer, cheeks flushed with Rhenish wine. ""But so long as we have a disunited Italia, and Italian lands remain out of it, it will remain outside the Frank camp in full.""<br/><br/>""And as long as our Prussia has not its Konigsberg, it is with a falter that I call myself a Prussian king. What honour is there to salvage. Oh, to have been raised on the laps of kings, and left filth in return!""<br/><br/>""Let the Ruthenian lion be content with its share of spoilt meat. If it enjoys the bickering of octogenarian autocrats over beet root and potatoes, let them take those reactionary devils. Our ambassador is seeking an audience to say just that, that Konigsberg is a lost cause! Prussia is only what you make of it. Hungary was not Bohemia, but it is now. And for our Österreicher friends? They can't be too happy to be lumped with the lower Czech! Ah, but it is what it is. Lose the East, gain the Ruhr... Now, to important matters.""<br/><br/>""Ah yes... What was it you wished to speak to me about?""<br/><br/>""The push for the west has been successful in Herzogtum Kanada. We are drawing nearer and nearer to the Alaskan border. Journalists abroad are calling it 'a model colony', a wondrous boon of prestige for Eure Majestät. The harvests in previous years have been generous. Once the Mestizen have stopped their squabbling, we will have had a nice little jewel in our crown.<br/><br/>""It is a beautiful map, our map of Kanada. But my map is German soil, and to our west are the Franks, and to the east is Lechia. It is high time that we stop meddling in Mediterranean affairs (no more Afrika, nor Asien, nor New Lorraine!) and once again focus on the Continent.""<br/><br/>""Harumph... What are you proposing?""<br/><br/>""Bavaria rears its ugly head. Worse still, their factories are churning at an increasing rate, and their armies have begun military drills much like other modern nations. If we do not put this dog down it will bite us when our back is turned."" He straightened his moustache. ""But the issue remains of German unification, disunification rather, and that is at least policy we can agree on. But our agreement on this cannot last forever.<br/><br/>""Tell me, king, when was the last time you watched an opera in Bayreuth?"" He smirked, his teeth peering through his moustache.<br/><br/>""I'm afraid I don't quite understand.""<br/><br/>""The offer from Baden has been seen, correct?""<br/><br/>""Indeed, I have received a telegram from the king informing of his desire to enter the North German Confederation.""<br/><br/>In the past, his offer had been unfortunately declined as Prussia did not wish to create animosity so soon after the Franco-Prussian War. But now, as Pan-German sentiments were at their all-time high since the Spring of Nations, it changed things. The South would rise in arms, directly against the will of those who wanted a united Germany. For one matter, Bavaria could be crippled or otherwise absorbed. The second would make better use of their rising industry.<br/><br/>""Then we must act at once. I will have this in the press for tomorrow morning, and we will see the Bavarians marching through the street. The Palatinate might back their Bavarian compatriots. ""<br/><br/>""Why stop at Bayreuth? I would rather we have it all. I will stomp the jackboot over the most extravagant palaces of the Swan King!""<br/><br/>""In that case I will consult Moltke for plans. Godspeed, and long live the Confederation."" Bismarck turned and left his office, leaving him in thought.<br/><br/>***<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">TO: Sultanate of Nubia<br/>FROM: North German Confederation<hr/><br/>Salutations,<br/><br/>Your effort to foster goodwill and friendship between our two peoples and cultures is truly laudable. We heartily accept your proposed terms, and offer as well North German investment and the construction of railway tracks in order to bring Nubia a step closer into the world of modernity and progress, and therefore specialists will be lent to ease the transformation. Moreover, several veterans of the Franco-Prussian War will be sent to provide Western military training to Nubian soldiers.<br/><br/>On behalf of His Majesty,<br/>King Wilhelm of Prussia</blockquote><br/><br/>TBD<br/><del>- King Wilhelm</del><br/>- Reichstag<br/>- Workers strike<br/>- Demonstrations"
14320,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381&start=75,2014-12-28T13:00:00,Auchterland,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/gqtDcHK.png""/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">The Kingdom of Tuscany-Lombardy</span><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Chapter One: Destiny takes a turn</span></span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Florence, The Kingdom of Tuscany-Lombardy.<br/>May 12th, 1881.</span></span><br/><br/>News sprawled from all across the globe. It was clear that 1881 would be a year of change. To those who knew how to follow the new course of destiny, there would be prosperity. To the stubborn fools who struggled to keep their own ways, there would be ruin. The House of Medici wished to be included within the former. Intensive use of diplomacy would be needed in order to ensure their survival, as always. So, the tuscan-lombard government began to move their pieces in the game of politics. The revolution in the former Papal States, the assassination of the president of Francia and other similar movements all worried the government. They feared those events could inspire rebel groups within Tuscany-Lombardy to do a new Richiesta, or perhaps something even worse. Something should be done to keep any sentiments of revolt contained. Aside from that, they had to take care of the revolutionary Rome itself. So the Foreign Minister, Giovani Riccardi, wrote them a letter.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""To Rome""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/WQPkoGg.png""/></div><br/><br/>TO: The Kingdom of Rome<br/>FROM: The Kingdom of Tuscany-Lombardy<br/><hr/><br/><br/>Greetings. The changes in Rome certainly did not pass unheard of to us, and we recognize the need to hear the requests of the people and grant them conditions to live with dignity as you claim. We would like to assure you that our government, by no means, oppresses its people, but rather provides them the protection and other services they need in order to live in peace and prosperity. In light of the preservation of such peace, we would like to found a friendly relationship with your kingdom, so that the sons and daughters of Italy may not need to spill the blood of their own brethren. I hope you understand our point of view.<br/><br/>On behalf of His Majesty,<br/>Lorenzo III de' Medici, King of Tuscany-Lombardy.</blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/>Once the Rome issue had been dealt with for now, there were the other nations to which the kingdom should send off their letters.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""To Brazil""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/WQPkoGg.png""/></div><br/><br/>TO: The Empire of Brazil<br/>FROM: The Kingdom of Tuscany-Lombardy<br/><hr/><br/><br/>Greetings. We would like to, as a nation that recognizes the importance of freedom and equality, congratulate the government and the people of Brésil for their newest conquest, the abolition of slavery. We hope that this may mark the beginning of new days of glory for your empire, and that any other nations in the world that still support this practice shall follow your example.<br/>On another subject, we would like to extend the relations between our nations, so that they may benefit from trade and start what may grow into a greater friendship between us. Should you wish to discuss this on further detail, we would be willing to send a delegate to Rivière de Janvier.<br/><br/>On behalf of His Majesty,<br/>Lorenzo III de' Medici, King of Tuscany-Lombardy.</blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""To Catalonia and Naples""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/WQPkoGg.png""/></div><br/><br/>TO: The Dual Kingdom of Catalonia and Naples<br/>FROM: The Kingdom of Tuscany-Lombardy<br/><hr/><br/><br/>Greetings. We would like to offer our condolences for the loss of so many lives in Albania after the earthquake that has struck it, and extend a helping hand towards you and the victims. For this, we are offering the humble amount of 100,000 florins to aid with the recovery of the region. We hope that the friendship between our two nations may help us through these hard times, and pray for the lost albanian souls and their families so that they may see brighter days.<br/><br/>On behalf of His Majesty,<br/>Lorenzo III de' Medici, King of Tuscany-Lombardy.</blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""To Francia""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/WQPkoGg.png""/></div><br/><br/>TO: The Republic of Francia<br/>FROM: The Kingdom of Tuscany-Lombardy<br/><hr/><br/><br/>Greetings. We would like to offer our condolences for the loss of your most esteemed president, Louis Baptiste. We pray that his soul might find relief in Heaven, and that the action of rebel groups such as the one responsible for such tragedy may not disturb the peace of Francia once again. Our best wishes to you and your people.<br/><br/>On behalf of His Majesty,<br/>Lorenzo III de' Medici, King of Tuscany-Lombardy.</blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/>Giovani had written a similar letter nearly four months ago, which had taken a different destiny, announcing His Majesty's visit to Stockholm for the funeral of the late King of the Kalmar Union, Gustaf IV von Wittelsbach.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""To the Kalmar Union""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/WQPkoGg.png""/></div><br/><br/>TO: The Kalmar Union of Scandinavia<br/>FROM: The Kingdom of Tuscany-Lombardy<br/><hr/><br/><br/>Greetings. We would like to offer our condolences for the loss of such an esteemed king as His Majesty, Gustaf Ferdinand Magnus IV Akilles von Wittelsbach and Vasa, even though our kingdoms may never have been close to each other. We pray that his soul might find relief in Heaven. His Majesty, Lorenzo III de' Medici and his son, Giuseppe, shall attend to the funeral. We hope that his family and your kingdom may recover from this tragedy, and that we may keep a friendly relationship that may be further extended for the prosperity of our nations.<br/><br/>On behalf of His Majesty,<br/>Lorenzo III de' Medici, King of Tuscany-Lombardy.</blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Stockholm, The Kalmar Union of Scandinavia.<br/>April 20th, 1881.</span></span><br/><br/>Lorenzo inhaled the cold air of Stockholm and watched it form clouds from his mouth as he exhaled it. Far from being like Florence with its mediterranean climate, it was the penultimate day of winter for Stockholm, and Lorenzo felt the difference. He was wrapped in a warm fur coat as he watched the city from the window of his hotel room in the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Tre Kroner</span>. Of course he had not come from so far just to watch the funeral and offer his condolences to the family. He hoped to make some form of treaty with the Kalmar Union, and brought his son with him to teach him something from this, and introduce him to important people from other nations around the world - perhaps, even to his future wife, as Lorenzo hoped that one of the deaceased king's three daughters would be granted to him. And, if he were to achieve any of these goals, he would have to sharpen his mind and his tongue.<br/><br/>As they left the hotel and entered the carriage, father and son exchanged a few words about how Giuseppe should behave in the situation. The son nodded as his father voiced his advices, listening carefully to each of them. He knew that strictly following them, however, could lead to certain problems in the communication with the swedish royal family - if not being a fluent speaker of the swedish language was not enough. He had learned the basics, but he would have to rely on other languages if he wished to have a more profound conversation, such as german and french - but, more importantly than all that, he had to retain some naturality to his speech and acts, and know what to say when asked an unexpected question.<br/><br/>The carriage stopped. The doors were opened as they reached their destination, the two stepped down from their vehicle, and made their way towards the place where the ceremony should happen with the rest of the delegation. He greeted those he found in his way towards the women of the royal family - the north german delegation, in specific, caught his interest - and, upon meeting them, he would greet them kindly, kissing the hand of each, with the queen being first.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Ah, Your Majesty, it is a sad fact we could not meet in better circumstances.""</span>He would introduce his son, who would repeat the gesture, setting his eyes on each of the princesses - well, at least two of them, should Kristina be busy with Fritz, the north german heir - and attempt to engage in some form of conversation if it was possible."
14321,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381&start=75,2014-12-28T13:23:00,Baja California y Sonora,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/8/8e/Flag_of_the_Tripolitanian_Republic.svg/217px-Flag_of_the_Tripolitanian_Republic.svg.png""/><br/><span style=""font-size: 250%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #00BFFF""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Sultanate of Nubia</span></span></span><br/><span style=""font-size: 145%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #008040"">Chapter 1- The Desert Erupts, Part 2</span></span></div><br/><hr/><br/><br/><br/>- To do -<br/><br/>- Marriage with Hejaz<br/><br/>- Cooperation with the Germans<br/><br/>- Death of a Sultan"
14322,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381&start=75,2014-12-29T18:29:00,New Cobastheia,DELETED
14323,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381&start=75,2014-12-31T00:40:00,Valentir,Reserved.
14324,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381&start=75,2014-12-31T05:04:00,The New Lowlands,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/4/46/Coat_of_arms_of_the_January_Uprising.svg/159px-Coat_of_arms_of_the_January_Uprising.svg.png""/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #800000"">Ruthenian Empire</span></span><br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xm8kpZoX32k&amp;spfreload=10"" rel=""nofollow"">-THEME-</a></span></div><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">To HM's King Wilhelm's Foreign Office of the North German Confederation<br/>From HIH's Emperor Stanislaw III's Foreign Office of the Ruthenian Empire</span></div><br/><br/>Dear Sir(s),<br/><br/><div style=""margin-left:75px; margin-right:75px; margin-bottom:5px; margin-top:5px"">We are pleased to hear the kind and conciliatory tone you have taken up in your most recent correspondence. Indeed, as ever, it is the strongest hope of his Imperial Majesty's government that the bonds between our states will remain friendly and strong, and thus we offer you our good wishes in all things. We understand that the entity you represent (note: we shall refrain from calling it a ""state"" as such due to its confederate nature, not out of any disrespect) claims to represent the will of the entirety of the German people. Naturally, we would dispute such a claim on behalf of the Grand Mayor of Königsberg, but as you are recognised as a powerful voice in the German national consciousness we understand that you might express concern about the security and prosperity of German minorities abroad.<br/><br/>However, we must express our confusion at your request to correspond with us on the matter of our own German minority at home, which has, for the past century, been treated with little other than the utmost of respect and dignity. While we do hope that you remain willing to express your concerns about our German minority, we see nothing to discuss on the matter. Indeed, his highness the Emperor does wish to express a matter of concern about the wellbeing of the Polish minority in your Confederation, which we understand is being subjected to no mean degree of oppression under your domestic policy. Should you have any concerns to mention about the Königsbergers, then perhaps the Confederation would do well to consider it's own treatment of minorities.</div><br/><br/>Kindest Regards,<br/><br/>The Ministry of Foreign Affairs</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">To HE's Alexandr Hustovi's Foreign Ministry of the Bohemian Union,<br/>Repeated to HRH's King Alexander I's Foreign Ministry of the United Kingdom of Bulgaria<br/>From HIH's Emperor Stanislaw III's Foreign Office of the Ruthenian Empire</span></div><br/><br/>Dear Sirs,<br/><br/><div style=""margin-left:75px; margin-right:75px; margin-bottom:5px; margin-top:5px"">On behalf of the Ruthenian state and people, we bid you our goodwill and good wishes. As you are probably well aware, our state, Ruthenia, has long considered itself the foremost of Slavic states, in affairs martial, cultural, and commercial, and has sought and continues to seek the ultimate unification of the Slavic people from the South to the Far East. It is, of course, entirely understandable on the part of both the Bohemian Union and Bulgaria that your states do not, in fact, seek union with Ruthenia, and as we are not a Tsarist autocracy hell-bent on the destruction of local identity, peace has blossomed between our states. Nonetheless, with the explicit goal of establishing some form of political union between the free Slavic nations, we hope to propose the establishment of a formal tripartite pact, to oversee matters of defence, commerce, and cultural exchange between our states. The degree to which this pact extends and is effective naturally depends on the agreement of your governments, but in the interest of the maintenance of peace and the Balance of Power in Europe, we would hope to at least initially propose an agreement of mutual defence among our three states, to be signed as the Treaty of Kiev, in the event of an outside attack, and a formal declaration in favour of the maintenance of a mutual peace.</div><br/><br/>Kindest Regards,<br/><br/>The Ministry of Foreign Affairs</blockquote><br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;"">Police Brought Out in Force Against Ultranationalist Protestors;<br/>Grand Mayor Urges Calm, Return to Homes</span></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/T1eX62a.jpg""/><br/><div style=""margin-left:75px; margin-right:75px; margin-bottom:5px; margin-top:5px"">Concern on the streets of Königsberg today, as an unorganised mob of about seventy ultranationalist protestors took to the streets of our fair city, demanding a return to Prussian oppression. Waving the flag of the North German Confederation, the mob chanted in front of the Grand Mayor's building, claiming that the German King held ""true sovereignty"" over Königsberg and attracting the attention of a number of members of the Königsberg Police Authority. A spokesman for the police acknowledged that they had ""expected clashes"" and admonished the mob on their untimely and unannounced protest. A brief statement was made by the Grand Mayor congratulating the Police on their effective containment of the protest, as well as thanking the protestors for their orderly return to their homes, and urging them to respect the democratic process and voice their concerns in the next election.</div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;"">National Labour Party gains seat in Special Election</span></span><br/><br/><div style=""margin-left:75px; margin-right:75px; margin-bottom:5px; margin-top:5px"">The National Labour Party has caused another upset in national politics today by seizing the Gdansk parliamentary seat after Klaus Hudzienska was forced to stand down due to the exposé printed on his personal habits by a local newspaper. Kazimierz Borowiec, the leader of the NLP, was greatly pleased by the news, announcing; ""Now that we can present our manifesto before parliament, the movement for Democratic Socialism has had it's first major success."" Feliks Niedzielski, the new MP for Gdansk, campaigned on a platform for better industry-labour relations, greater national investment, and lowering requirements for suffrage in age and gender.</div></div></blockquote>"
14325,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381&start=75,2014-12-31T13:14:00,Marsisian,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 180%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #BF0000"">United Kingdom of Bulgaria</span></span></span></div><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">April 21st, 1881</span></div><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To the Foreign Office of the North German Confederation<br/>From the United Kingdom of Bulgaria<br/><br/>Greetings,<br/><br/>This offer sounds excellent and will surely aid both of our nations in continuing to have a warm friendship throughout the century. A defensive alliance would be beneficial to both of us. We hereby accept your offer.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Signed, Prime Minister Dragan Kolarov</span></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To the Foreign Office of the Ruthenian Empire</blockquote><br/><br/>WIP"
14326,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381&start=75,2014-12-31T16:05:00,The Grand Republic of Hannover,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/UyiuUBv.png""/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #008000""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Empire of Brazil</span></span></span><br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3xLQW5rm92s"" rel=""nofollow"">Theme</a></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Rivière de Janvier:</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Oyez! Oyez!</span><br/><br/>With the goal of encouraging a new economic boom in mind, the Brazilian Central Bank hired Luciano Gereffi, an experienced economist from the Dual Kingdom of Catalonia and Naples. Gereffi was appointed to one of the seats of the Board of Governors of the Central Bank and was also tasked with the responsibility of creating an economic plan that gives an economic advantage to Brazil over its peers. Along with this decisive move by the Central Bank, the government of the country also create an program to encourage more foreign direct investment into the country. The Programme de Facilité d'investissement, as it was called, consisted in giving foreign investors and companies a tax exemption on real capital for 5 years as well as the permanent guarantee of respect and enforcement to any contract, backed by the faith of the Brazilian government. The hope was to demonstrate to investors that Brazil was a place in which they could benefit without fearing a possible violation of the contracts they signed with the Brazilian private sector.<br/><br/>Additionally, the Kingdom of Tuscany-Lombardi sent a letter to the Brazilian government, congratulating it for the decisive move to abolish slavery. Along with the letter came a proposal to improve the diplomatic relations between the two countries.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Letter to Tuscany-Lombardy""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/1/1b/Coat_of_arms_of_the_Empire_of_Brazil.svg/391px-Coat_of_arms_of_the_Empire_of_Brazil.svg.png""/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Lettre Officielle de l'Empire du Brésil</span><br/>Office of the King</div><br/><hr/><br/>Honorable Lorenzo III de' Medici - King of Tuscany-Lombardy, <br/><br/>I am honored to know that this decision has been very well received, especially from such glorious country as yours. Our government would be highly delighted to improve the diplomatic and economic relations between our countries. I will personally receive the delegates from your country and will discuss with them the possible diplomatic, economic, and cultural programs that both of our governments could create in order to strengthen our peoples' ties.<br/><br/>Sincerely,<br/><br/>Pierre II<br/>King of Brazil</blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/>In regards to the coffee sector of the country, the Brazilian government created a new organization which has the goal to effectively channel the production of coffee growers to the world market. The idea is that the organization works as a unified market for outside buyers. This initiative would make it more efficient for buyers to look for suppliers and vice versa. The organization is called the Fédération nationale des producteurs de café du Brésil (FNPC).<br/><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.luminous-lint.com/imagevault/html_17001_17500/17396_std.jpg""/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #0040FF""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">New Lorraine: The Crisis of the Continent</span></span></span><br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ibpo6E9Ne1w"" rel=""nofollow"">Theme</a></div><br/><br/>In a speech to the Convention of Governors, Pierre II made his assertive claims on New Lorraine. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Argentina is involved in a wicked and corrupted campaign to steal our rightful lands! Their leader has outrageously tried to keep us from uniting our people together. This is just but another conspiracy of the barbarians of the continent to limit our glorious potential in the world!""</span>The King, wearing his military uniform, said. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">We cannot let our brothers and sisters fall into the dirty claws of that man. We will fight for what is ours! We will fight for New Lorraine!</span>""<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Communique on New Lorraine""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/1/1b/Coat_of_arms_of_the_Empire_of_Brazil.svg/391px-Coat_of_arms_of_the_Empire_of_Brazil.svg.png""/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Communiqué Officiel de l'Empire du Brésil</span><br/>Official Communique of the Empire of Brazil</div><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">In regards to New Lorraine</span><br/><br/>In recent months, the Argentinian government has made its claims on New Lorraine more assertive than ever before. Such moves increases the tension in the issue and puts at extreme danger the Argentine-Brazilian relations. The King of Brazil, His Majesty Pierre II hereby certifies and declares:<br/><br/>1. The Empire of Brazil re-asserts the claims of our people on New Lorraine. Argentina's false claims demonstrate the little hopes of that country for regional peace and stability.<br/>2. The creation of an independent New Lorraine is just another form of conspiracy by Argentina to increase its influence in the region - That government very well knows it cannot win in an armed conflict against those who protect the true cause. <br/>3. We demand Argentina to give up on its false claims on New Lorraine. Any aggressive move against our people in such state will be met with the full force of retaliation by the Brazilian armed forces.<br/>4. The Brazilian government asks the state of New Lorraine to not fall under the seducing tongue of the oppressors to the south of this beautiful continent. <br/><br/>The government of the Empire of Brazil declares this document to be the official will of the people of our country. May God, with all His Supreme Wisdom, guide and bless this communique. <br/><br/>Signed in the Thirtieth day of July in the year 1881 of the Grace of Our Lord.<br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/2/25/Signature_Pedro_II.png/320px-Signature_Pedro_II.png""/><br/>Pierre II<br/>Monarch of the Empire of Brazil</blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/>The government created a program to increase the popular support of the cause in Brazil. The program consisted in launching 4 tours throughout the country to promote the cause and increase the awareness on the issue. Anti-(Argentine) German campaign was also run through the southern bordering regions from the Andean dictatorship to New Lorraine.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 1%; line-height: 116%;"">818 - Tracking purposes</span>"
14327,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381&start=75,2014-12-31T19:59:00,Forty Twoania,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/qVLbgpM.png?1""/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">The Hellenic Republic</span></span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Athens</span><br/>With the conservatives satisfied with Greek intervention in Damietta, the parliament had time to focus on other more pressing matters. The Dual Kingdoms invasion of Egypt had shown the extent of their influence in the Mediterranean. Their alliance with Pontus was most worrying as should the Dual Kingdom make its threats of a war a reality. It was quite possible that Greece could be forced to fight on two fronts and while military aid from Francia would be of great help it could only do so much with the Dual Kingdoms stranglehold on Sicily. There was a great need of expanding the Hellenic Republic's involvement in external affairs not only in Egypt but also in Europe and the near abroad. The Nestorian Empire in the east seemed to be a reasonable counter to Pontus. While the alliance might anger the Orthodox Church, the Church knew it couldn't count on full support from the Conservatives like it did with with the Damietta Crisis so it wouldn't be able to do much. The North German Confederation seemed like another possible ally. The German intervention in Egypt impressed many in the Greek Parliament who admired the North German Confederation's ability to successfully intervene in an affair so far from home. Some believed that an increased German presence in the Mediterranean would be beneficial to Greece by further checking the Dual Kingdom. An increased German involvement in the Mediterranean must be aided.<br/><br/>The Bulgarian Telegram was of minor concern as their offer was unacceptable as the Republic was unwilling to relinquish Thrace and the people of Thrace were unwilling to become part of Bulgaria<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.e-a.gr/axaiaimages/ethno_F11168.png;jsessionid=D864166B1FA69EEC130875C6BA0A7509""/></div><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">To: The North German Confederation</span><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">The Hellenic Republic has been awed by your success in Egypt and Greece believes that an increased German involvement in the Mediterranean would be beneficial to keeping the balance of Power in the region. Greece is willing to offer the North German Confederation the opening of Greek ports (including Damietta) to German Military vessels and reduced prices of material needed to maintain German Military vessels. We would also like to propose a Alliance between the Hellenic Republic and the North German Federation in order to further strengthen the ties between our two nations.<br/><br/>Signed,<br/>Prime Minister of the Hellenic Republic<br/>Konstantinos Ciriaco</span></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.e-a.gr/axaiaimages/ethno_F11168.png;jsessionid=D864166B1FA69EEC130875C6BA0A7509""/></div><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">To: The Nestorian Empire</span><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">The Hellenic Republic has decided that an Alliance between the Nestorian Empire an the Hellenic Republic would be advantageous to both our nations. Despite our past religious disputes, we have common interests in insuring peace in our near abroad and many cultural similarities. An alliance between our two nations would help bridge the gap between old worn out religious disputes so we could move on to a new era of peace and prosperity. <br/><br/>Signed,<br/>Prime Minister of the Hellenic Republic<br/>Konstantinos Ciriaco</span></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.e-a.gr/axaiaimages/ethno_F11168.png;jsessionid=D864166B1FA69EEC130875C6BA0A7509""/></div><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">To: The United Kingdom of Bulgaria</span><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">The Hellenic Republic is not interested in your offer. Greek land is not for sale. <br/><br/>Signed,<br/>Prime Minister of the Hellenic Republic<br/>Konstantinos Ciriaco</span></blockquote>"
14328,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381&start=75,2015-01-01T04:03:00,The Khedive,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/e/ec/Flag_of_the_German_Empire.svg/320px-Flag_of_the_German_Empire.svg.png""/></div><br/><br/><table border=""1"" cellpadding=""0"" cellspacing=""0"" width=""85%""><td><span style=""margin-left: 1px;""></span><div style=""margin-left:75px; margin-right:75px; margin-bottom:5px; margin-top:5px""><div style=""float: left;""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/e/ef/Coat_of_arms_of_the_North_German_Confederation.svg/288px-Coat_of_arms_of_the_North_German_Confederation.svg.png""/></div><div align=""right""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">To:</span> <br/>Foreign Office;<br/><br/>TBD<br/><br/>Basically Europeans facing the Atlantic or the Mediterranean<br/></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Date: </span><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">17 July 1881</span></div><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Official Missive of the Confederation</span></span></div><br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Sirs,</span> <br/><br/>It is with troubled minds and heavy hearts that we in North Germany look to the unfolding of events several months prior in Egypt, in which large loss of life was inflicted upon the locals as well as European bystanders, in the turmoil that followed. More importantly it illustrates today the dangers which we allow within the continent of Africa, to wit slavery and other barbarous activities.<br/><br/>In light of this desire to bring the light of civilisation to the rest of the world, the North German Confederation cordially invites your Governments' representative delegations to a conference at the Bundeskanzlei in our city of Berlin on 20 September 1881.<br/><br/>On behalf of His Majesty,<br/><hr/><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">King Wilhelm of Prussia</span></span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">President of the North German Confederation</span></div><span style=""margin-left: 1px;""></span></td></table><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 180%; line-height: 116%;"">GERMAN VESSELS SUNK OFF SANK FRANSISCO</span></span><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">TRAGEDY, OR PERFIDY?</span><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">12 Juli. 1881</span></div></blockquote><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""WIPtreaty""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Treaty of Alliance between Francia and the North German Federation.</span></span><br/>16 June, 1881.<hr/><br/>Inasmuch as the President of the North German Federation, and the President of Francia, must consider it their imperative duty as Heads of State to provide for the security of their States and the peace of their citizens, under all circumstances; inasmuch as the two Governments, will be enabled by the close union of the two States to fulfil this duty more easily and more efficaciously ; inasmuch as, finally, an intimate cooperation of the North German Federation and Francia can menace no one, but is rather calculated to consolidate the peace of Europe as established by the stipulations of Vienna;<br/><br/>The President of the North German Federation, and the President of Francia, while solemnly promising each other <br/>never to allow their purely defensive Agreement to develop an aggressive tendency in any direction, have determined to conclude an Alliance of peace and mutual defence.<br/><br/>For this purpose both High Contracting Parties have designated as Their Plenipotentiaries:<br/><br/>His Most Exalted Majesty the Emperor of Austria, King of <br/>Hungary, His Actual Privy Councillor, Minister of the Imperial <br/>Household and of Foreign Affairs, Lieutenant-Fieldmarshal <br/>Count Julius Andrassy of Csik-Szent-Kiraly and Kraszna-Horka, <br/>etc., etc..<br/><br/>His Most Exalted Majesty the German Emperor, His Ambas- <br/>sador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary, Lieutenant-General <br/>Prince Henry VII of Reuss, etc., etc.,<br/><br/>who have met this day at Paris, and, after the exchange of their full powers, found in good and due form, have agreed upon the following Articles :<br/><br/>ARTICLE 1.<br/><br/>Should, contrary to their hope, and against the loyal desire of the two High Contracting Parties, one of the two Empires be attacked by another Power the High Contracting Parties are bound to come to the assistance one of the other with the whole war strength of their Empires, and accordingly only to conclude peace together and upon mutual agreement.<br/><br/>ARTICLE 2.<br/><br/>Should one of the High Contracting Parties be attacked by a state allied to the other High Contract, the other High Contracting Party binds itself hereby, not only not to support the State against its high Ally, but to observe at least a benevolent neutral attitude towards its fellow Contracting Party.<br/>Should, however, the attacking party in such a case be supported by a Power, either by an active cooperation or by military measures which constitute a menace to the Party attacked, then the obligation stipulated in Article 1 of this Treaty, for reciprocal assistance with the whole fighting force, becomes equally operative, and the conduct of the war by the two High Contracting Parties shall in this case also be in common until the conclusion of a common peace.<br/>ARTICLE 3.<br/>The duration of this Treaty shall be provisionally fixed at seven years from the day of ratification. One year before the expiration of this period the two High Contracting Parties shall consult together concerning the question whether the conditions serving as the basis of the Treaty still prevail, and reach an agreement in regard to the further continuance or possible modification of certain details. If in the course of the first month of the last year of the Treaty no invitation has been received from either side to open these negotiations, the Treaty shall be considered as renewed for a further period of three years.<br/>ARTICLE 4.<br/>This Treaty shall, in conformity with its peaceful character, and to avoid any misinterpretation, be kept secret by the two High Contracting Parties, and only communicated to a third Power upon a joint understanding between the two Parties, and according to the terms of a special Agreement.<br/>ARTICLE 5.<br/>This Treaty shall derive its validity from the approbation of the two Presidents and shall be ratified within fourteen days after this approbation has been granted by Their Exellencies. In witness whereof the Plenipotentiaries have signed this Treaty with their own hands and affixed their arms.<br/>Done at Paris, 16 June, 1881</blockquote></div></div></div>"
14329,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381&start=75,2015-01-01T08:35:00,Auchterland,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/gqtDcHK.png""/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Kingdom of Tuscany-Lombardy</span></span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Chapter One: Destiny takes a turn</span></span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Stockholm, The Kalmar Union of Scandinavia<br/>April 18th, 1881.</span></span><br/><br/>There were two days left until the funeral of the king. Lorenzo would use his time there wisely. Knowing that other leaders would be there, he would try to seek new alliances. In the ever-turning flow of politics, he would need those to ensure the growth and safety of his kingdom. Thus, he set his eyes on the North German Confederation. An emerging power in Europe, which had recently made new advances towards Africa - it looked like a promising ally. Also, it possessed the coal that the tuscan-lombard industry needed. At last, Lorenzo sent a spokesperson to talk to one of the north german delegates:<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Greetings. I come on behalf of His Majesty, Lorenzo III de' Medici, King of Tuscany-Lombardy. I would like to inform that he desires to see King Wilhelm and discuss relations between our countries with him.""</span><br/><br/>Should he accept the proposition, Lorenzo would arrange a room for the meeting, with comfortable chairs around a table. On top of it, glasses and a bottle of Chianti wine he brought with him from Florence. Upon Wilhelm's arrival, he would stand up to shake his hand.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Ah, greetings, sir. I am glad to have you here to discuss the relations between our great nations. Would you mind if my son, Giuseppe, watched us as we speak? As my successor, he should be informed about our external politics and learn how to behave in situations such as this one.""</span>He gestured towards a young man to his left, who greet Wilhelm with a handshake as well.<br/><br/>(Will probably add stuff about other subjects)"
14330,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381&start=75,2015-01-01T09:55:00,Caltarania,"<div style=""margin-left:75px; margin-right:75px; margin-bottom:5px; margin-top:5px""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""color: #BF0000"">Commonwealth of England, Scotland and Ireland</span></span></span><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/6/64/Coat_of_Arms_of_the_Protectorate_%281653%E2%80%931659%29.svg/200px-Coat_of_Arms_of_the_Protectorate_%281653%E2%80%931659%29.svg.png""/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""color: #BF0000"">Chapter 2 - The Alexander</span></span></span></div><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""color: #BF0000""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Boston, New England<br/>April 20th, 1881</span></span></div></blockquote></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin-left:75px; margin-right:75px; margin-bottom:5px; margin-top:5px"">The streets of Boston - which is sometimes archaically referred to as <span style=""font-style: italic"">'Trimountaine'</span> - were full with men in Scarlet-red coats, who held close to their shoulder and thigh - in an upright position - rifles with shiny bayonets attached. They marched through the streets while, behind them, men in similar attire with the addition of tartan kilts and Glengarry bonnets played bagpipes and drums to the tune of many a patriotic British or New Englander tune. At first they played <span style=""font-style: italic""><a class=""postlink"" href=""https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PSH0eRKq1lE"" rel=""nofollow"">Scotland The Brave</a></span>, <span style=""font-style: italic""><a class=""postlink"" href=""https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h4cDTXzDTbk"" rel=""nofollow"">Land of Hope and Glory</a></span> and <span style=""font-style: italic""><a class=""postlink"" href=""https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1eMSEuAe1bg"" rel=""nofollow"">Rule Britannia</a></span>, followed by the New Englander classic <span style=""font-style: italic""><a class=""postlink"" href=""https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6HOc9WVZbts"" rel=""nofollow"">Yankee Doodle</a></span>. Crowds lined the streets, waving both New Englander and British flags, and egging on the soldiers with cheers and patriotic British chants such as <span style=""font-style: italic"">""Rule, Britannia!""</span> or <span style=""font-style: italic"">""God Save the Commonwealth!""</span>. The soldiers continued to parade through the streets of Boston on this day. Today was 'Cromwell Day', commemorating Cromwell's dissolving of the Rump Parliament. Cromwell Day was celebrated across the Empire, though was most so done in the North American colonies, due mostly to their attachment to ceremonial occasions.<br/><br/>Another reason why Cromwell Day was so popular in Boston was the incredible and somewhat frightening anti-Pallasian sentiment which resided within the city. After Pallasia became an independent state under the Stuarts, many Republican loyalists - who became official dubbed 'United Commonwealth Loyalists' by Cromwell - fled the newly independent monarchist nation in favour of cities like Boston and Providence. This in and of itself led to the increase of British patriotism within the cities, and even today many citizens of the North American colonies patriotically remember their ancestors and openly call themselves United Commonwealth Loyalists. It was of no surprise, then, that the crowds in the city of Boston began to chant <span style=""font-style: italic"">""Down with tyranny, down with Pallasia!""</span> and other likewise anti-Pallasian phrases. The soldiers themselves did not entirely notice this new chant, yet continued to play and march down the streets of Boston, now playing <span style=""font-style: italic""><a class=""postlink"" href=""https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LibMV294mzs"" rel=""nofollow"">Cock O' The North</a></span>. The crowds continued to chant their words of hate against Pallasia, and were overheard by Person Colby Cheney, the elected 'Lord Minister' or Governor of the colony. Cheney - while loyal to and appreciative of his people - was anxious of war. Though, either way, he had to make his way to the Council of New England, which as always was meeting in Boston.<br/><br/>The Council of New England met within the city of Boston, in the <a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Massachusetts_State_House"" rel=""nofollow"">New England Statehouse</a>. The large, domed building was an icon of the city of Boston, and the government that sat within it was held high by the people of New England as representative and just. Within the huge domed hall of the building, the representatives of the various administrative districts of the colony met, with Lord Minister Person Colby Cheney and Lord Speaker William E. Chandler both equally leading the session. Chandler first brought order to the noisy ministers that debated among each other over futile issues. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""Order! Order!""</span> he impatiently yelled. The hall filled with silence, almost instantly. It was troubling how quickly Lord Speaker Chandler was able to quieten the other ministers. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""There is an issue of much import which we, collectively as the Council of New England, must discuss today.""</span> Chandler said, in a more calming but still authoritative tone. He then gestured to Cheney, who arose from his seat and addressed the council. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""Thank you, my Lord Speaker, your services are much appreciated.""</span> Cheney said towards Chandler, who humbly nodded in return.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""My fellow New Englanders. Today, on the Day of Cromwell, I wish to address you - Ministers of the Council of New England - on an issue that effects the entirety of our great community in this colony.""</span> Cheney said, receiving a relatively small applause. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""To our south, the Kingdom of Pallasia stands. For many a moon, they have stood as guarded neighbours, though in recent years their activities have aroused passions among our own kin. The blood of the Civil War still runs strong, and many within New England are calling for war with our southern neighbour; a war which we cannot win alone. I myself believe war to be a futile affair, yet I wish to address the council, lest others with to send word to our Motherland in order to prepare for war.""</span> Cheney then sat down, reviving a much larger applause than before. From among the more conservative and reactionary members of the council, James A. Weston stood up. He was a relatively old man, now, yet found no difficulty in mobility, it seemed. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""I'm afraid, my dear Sir, that I will have to interject and push for the true New Englander cause; war!""</span> the old Weston said, to a large applause. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""I propose we hold a vote, Lord Minister! War or peace, that is the question!""</span> he said. So, therefore, a vote was held, and the results were counted; 52 votes for peace, 48 votes for war. A close shave, yet peace prevailed.<br/><br/>Outside of the city of Boston - near the city docks - Person Colby Cheney and other major ministers and citizens of Boston had gathered, with a large battleship sitting in the dock. It was draped with flags and bunting, and was named the <span style=""font-style: italic"">'BCS Alexander'</span> in honour of the ancient Greek heroic leader, Alexander the Great. Though the ship was technically already in service in the North American Station, it had yet to be officially launched. So that was what Person was going to do today; he was going to christen this ship. He held in his left hand a small bottle of champagne, and he stood next to the battleship on the harbour. He was introduced by some unknown official, and then began the ceremonial process of launching the ship. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""On this day, the day of Cromwell, I hereby christen this ship in the honour of Alexander the Great. Long live our new battleship, the British Commonwealth Ship Alexander!""</span> he loudly and proudly spoke, to a rousing applause. He then approached the ship, and christened the ship with the bottle of champagne, before it sounded it's horn and began to chug along the seas of the harbour, approaching the deep blue sea.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><span style=""color: #BF0000""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Zanzibar City, Zanzibar<br/>April 22nd, 1881</span></span></div></blockquote><br/><br/>The city of Zanzibar - capital of the state of the same name - was quite an interesting sight. While officially being independent of the Commonwealth, the state was very much under it's influence. The Sultan of Zanzibar himself - Barghash bin Said - was technically and officially a subject of the Commonwealth, and many of his advisers were of British or other Commonwealth origin. Barghash liked to think of himself as independent of the Commonwealth, though it was clear that he was in fact as much a Sultan as a colonial governor. The Sultan had recently signed with the Lord Protector himself an agreement which prohibited the slave trade in Zanzibar, further proving the influence that the British had over the Sultanate. Barghash himself did, though, agree with the Lord Protector that slavery was an evil in the eyes of any and all Gods, and that it had to be removed if Zanzibar was to become a civilized state. Furthermore, the Sultan had greatly improved standards of living in Zanzibar, introducing piped water and telephone cables across the city.<br/><br/>One of the nobles of Zanzibar, however, was not so pleased with Barghash's cooperation with Britain. Khalifah bin Said - Barghash's younger brother - believed that the Sultan needed to be replaced; and that was how his plot had come to fruition. Khalifah had gathered a small army of men loyal to him and him alone, and he planned to overthrow his brother in a bloody and glorious revolution, in order to rid Zanzibar of British and all other European influence. Khalifah and his five thousand loyal soldiers gathered in the streets of Zanzibar, and when the clock struck noon they rushed to their positions and stormed the Royal Palace. Barghash was, however, nowhere to be found. This was no coincidence, however, as Barghash had already noticed the large amount of foreign troops in the city, and had fled the palace a good hour ago. What he did leave behind, however, was a large portion of British-trained soldiers. They very quickly pushed back Khalifah's relatively untrained troops, eventually capturing Khalifah and sending him to the Zanzibari prison. This event - which became known as the Golden Revolt due to Khalifah's vast array of golden trinkets which he was wearing at the time of his capture - would spread via news throughout the Commonwealth, and would surely force the government of the Commonwealth to act, in order to make sure such an event did not happen again.</div>"
14331,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381&start=75,2015-01-01T15:33:00,Pavlostani,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Kremlin<br/>Moscow</span><br/><br/>Dmitri Yatsunov puffed on his cigar as he reviewed a map with fellow cryptarch Georgi Zakharenko.<br/><br/>""We're opening new markets here..."" He tapped near the Caucasus regions.<br/><br/>""And here."" He tapped east of the Aral Sea. Zakharenko sighed.<br/><br/>""And how long will this take? You're always telling us about this bright tomorrow, while Anatoliy and I are starting to plan for a bright today. How long will your madman economic schemes-"" He complained when Fyodr Shelepin cut him off.<br/><br/>""Not economic schemes. Diplomatic ones. Maybe you haven't noticed with your shortsighted 'bright today', but Russia's southern border is large and bordered by two rather large nations. Now, we can try to intimidate the Nestorians and Mongols, or, we can entice them with thriving markets near their borders. And with the Ruthenian<span style=""font-style: italic"">kozli usratyye</span>to our west, I don't think any of us want any sort of dispute with the Nestorians or Mongols."" Shelepin sat down.<br/><br/>Anatoliy Chekhenov nodded in agreement.<br/><br/>""If we are to liberate our fellow countrymen from tyranny and villainy, we must focus our full might, which would be stretched thin if we have any sort of conflict with the Mongols. I've been discussing this with Dima, Grisha, and it makes sense. He's calling it the Firebird Plan, that we open new economic markets and open new relations with the southern states."" He said.<br/><br/>""We do not have to do anything about the Russians in Ruthenia, they can rot for all I care!"" Zakharenko roared.<br/><br/>""Then you're too late. We've had Premier Mirov briefed on the plan and we're going through with it."" Yatsunov said smugly. Zakharenko gave an angry huff and sat down.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Red Square<br/>Moscow</span><br/><br/>Premier Pavel Mirov gave one last read through of the script that his chancellor had handed to him. Pocketing the document, he stepped on the dais to address the throngs of people that had come to hear his speech.<br/><br/>""Greetings, Russian people!"" His voice boomed. Cheers came up through the crowd.<br/><br/>""As many of you may know, our southern frontier is wild and untamed. But, now, our workers have built new roads, and new towns. The frontier is ripe for the picking. We lack only men. I call upon you, Russian peoples, to take on the great task and venture forth to civilize the uncivilized, to chart the ways, to build Russia, where before only the trees and beasts roamed!"" Mirov continued until he was almost drowned out by cheers. As the excited voices died down, he continued.<br/><br/>""Your journey will be funded by the state, but it will make little difference. Unnumbered riches abound in the frontier, waiting for you to claim them. Go south, and become the pride of Russia and the world!"" With that, he stepped down and was ushered back to the Kremlin. Inside, he wiped his brow.<br/><br/>""Not bad."" A dark cloaked figure said in the corner. Mirov gave a tired nod; he was accustomed to the man bringing instruction from his mysterious benefactors.<br/><br/>""Think that'll do?"" Mirov asked.<br/><br/>""The railways are going to make a huge profit with the hordes riding south to the frontier. Here. New instructions to send these handpicked diplomats to our embassies in the Nestorian Empire and Mongol Empire."" The cloaked man tossed a folder of papers on Mirov's desk.<br/><br/>""Don't fuck up."" He turned and left."
14332,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381&start=75,2015-01-01T17:31:00,Bujahla,-- reserved for Portugal and Canal shit --
14333,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381&start=75,2015-01-01T21:31:00,The Kingdom of Glitter,"<div align=""center""><div style=""margin-left:75px; margin-right:75px; margin-bottom:5px; margin-top:5px""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><hr/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/b/b6/Coat_of_Arms_of_Valencia_%28Spain%29.svg/225px-Coat_of_Arms_of_Valencia_%28Spain%29.svg.png""/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">The Dual Kingdom of Catalonia and Naples</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 130%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #BF0000"">El Dual Regne de Catalunya i Nàpols</span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #FFBF00"">An Unexpected Turn</span></span><br/><span style=""color: #FFBF00""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Barcelona, Catalonia | May 19th 1881 Anno Domini</span></span><br/><br/><hr/></blockquote></div></div><br/>Much had occurred in the Dual Kingdom, much to the dismay of the Prime Minister. With the German involvement in Egypt, the Dual Kingdom now faced a war with one of the European powerhouses. While the North German Confederation was far from the Dual Kingdom, it was something that was most feared. Its strong military and industrial output greatly deterred any further advances in Egypt. War with the North German Confederation was unneeded, and it was a war that the Prime Minister expected to lose. Besides, the King himself would never grant his blessing for war with the Germans over the uncivilized Sultanate of Egypt.<br/><br/>The city of Alexandria lied in the hands of the Germans, as the armies that were once destined for the city had been diverted on the orders of the King. King Ferdinand IV had ordered all mobilized armies to head to Naples, where an assault on the Kingdom of Rome was being organized. The fall of the Papal States was a major embarrassment for the government, as the Papal States was a protectorate of the Dual Kingdom. The King himself was the Defender of the Faith, and a massive blow to his family's reputation was incoming should the Dual Kingdom sit idly by. Without word from the Papal government, the Dual Kingdom did not intervene before the eventual overthrowing of the old government. However, now the Dual Kingdom had no choice, and King Ferdinand would lead his men into the city of Rome, in order to restore the Papal States and ensure its continued survival.<br/><br/>The King requested aid from the various cardinals, archbishops, and bishops of the Dual Kingdom. He asked that they all get to Naples as soon as possible in order to help in the establishment of a temporary Papal government until the Pope and his cardinals returned from the New World. King Ferdinand had a nasty surprise for those who swore fealty to the Kingdom of Rome, and was willing to stomp any man, woman, or child who opposed the Papacy under the boot of the Dual Kingdom. For the King, this was not just a matter of faith, but a test of his nation's power and influence. Relations between the monarch and the Prime Minister had become strained since the Catalans failed to capture Egypt, and the King knew that if the Dual Kingdom was to remain relevant, a strong show of force would be needed in Rome.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><div style=""margin-left:75px; margin-right:75px; margin-bottom:5px; margin-top:5px""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><hr/><br/><span style=""color: #FFBF00""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Naples, Naples | May 24th 1881 Anno Domini</span></span><br/><br/><hr/></blockquote></div></div><br/><br/>Assembled outside the city of Naples was the force the King had raised to retake Rome. The 30,000 soldiers that were intended to take the city of Alexandria were among the 55,000 the King had raised. He was also calling for Catholic volunteers to protect their faith, and as many as 10,000 turned out from across the realm. The King was quoted for saying ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">These fiends have burned the Vatican, murdered innocent clergymen. And now, it is time for us to burn their city, and slaughter them in their own streets!</span>""<br/><br/>Ferdinand was a man of his late fifties. He was a proud man, who held his realm in the highest of regards. The only thing closer to his heart than his nation was his faith. He was a genuinely religious man, value instilled in him by his mother. He had successfully passed these beliefs down to all three of his daughters, with his daughter Francesca Gabriela joining the convent. However, these values were never passed along to his only son, the Prince of Girona. His son, whose full name was Felipe Juan Carlos, never bought into the religious gambit, and instead swore his fealty to a wide variety of men and women, whose company he quite enjoyed. Prince Felipe had just turned thirty, and much to the dismay of his father had yet to produce an heir. The Princess of Girona often complained to the King that she would catch her husband in bed with the servants, all of which were men. King Ferdinand, despite all of his efforts, constantly failed to get his son to stop his various sexual escapades. However, the King still loved his son very much, but was concerned his son would never produce an heir, which could possibly lead to a succession crisis.<br/><br/>While the King was meeting with the various Church officials he summoned to Naples, orders arrived in Romagna to mobilize the Royal Army of Romagna. The plan was to launch two offensives against the Kingdom of Rome at once, overwhelming any defense the Romans could make and opening up two fronts against them. 25,000 men were being readied, with an addition 10,000 being called upon from the reserves.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Catalan ORBAT""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Royal Catalan Army</span><br/>19,000 Riflemen head for Rome <br/>7,000 Dragoons head for Rome<br/>4,000 Batteries head for Rome<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Royal Army of Naples</span><br/>17,000 Riflemen head for Rome<br/>5,000 Dragoons head for Rome <br/>3,000 Batteries head for Rome <br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Royal Army of Romagna</span><br/>16,000 Riflemen head for Rome <br/>6,000 Dragoons head for Rome<br/>3,000 Batteries head for Rome<br/>10,000 Garrisons/Reserves are Mobilized<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Catholic Volunteers</span><br/>10,000 Volunteers head for Rome<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Total:</span> 100,000</div></div></div><br/><br/><div align=""center""><div style=""margin-left:75px; margin-right:75px; margin-bottom:5px; margin-top:5px""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><hr/><br/><span style=""color: #FFBF00""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Barcelona, Catalonia | May 26th 1881 Anno Domini</span></span><br/><br/><hr/></blockquote></div></div><br/><br/>A knock on the door of the Castell Cartoixa de Vallparadis was heard in the late hours of the evening. The Princess of Girona was quickly woken up by the loud banging, and ventured down the stairwell for the front door, where she met with one of the servants, who had just opened the door.<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Sorry to wake you, Madame. I have a message for the Prince. It is extremely urgent. Please ensure he receives it at once.</span>""<br/><br/>The Princess, who was a gentle woman, nodded and said in reply ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">I shall personally ensure it is delivered to him. Have a good evening.</span>""<br/><br/>As the door was shut behind her, she opened the letter and quickly skimmed its contents as she walked up the stairs to her husband's chambers. Catarina had always maintained the theory that if she would be isolated from her husband's bed, she would at least be included in his political affairs. Besides, she needed something to keep her interested while being couped up in the castle, only being drug out for ceremonial purposes.<br/><br/>The note was from one of the leading rail barons of Catalonia. the owner of the Royal Catalan Railway (Royal Català Ferrocarril, RCF). The appeared that support of the Liberals from the Christian Democrats was on the decline since the recent embarrassments of Prime Minsiter Francesc Pi i Margall. The Conservatives, who were largely sponsored by the titans of Catalan industry, had become backdoor talks with some of the more prominent Christian Democrats, and it seemed the coalition government was soon going to collapse. The Princess found it odd that the Conservatives and their supporters wanted to speak to the Prince, but what she did not know was that with the King off in Rome, her husband was also next in line for the political influence of the Crown.<br/><br/>She had knocked on her husbands door, only to be ever so warmly received by the loving Prince.<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">What do you want, Catarina? I'm busy now!</span>""<br/><br/>She opened the door, only to find her husband with one of his servants bent over the side of the bed.<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">I've come to deliver this, it's an urgent message from Alexandre Porra, you know the owner of the RCF? I suggest you read it, his messenger said it was of the utmost important.</span>""<br/><br/>The Prince rolled his eyes and could not wait to resume what his wife had interrupted. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Fine, just leave it over on my desk. I am otherwise occupied at the moment.</span>""<br/><br/>The Princess walked over to the desk and placed the note on its surface. She headed for the door.<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">And close the door on your way out!</span>""<br/><br/>She reached the door and placed her hand on its knob. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">And you have a good night too, dear Filipe.</span>"" she said as she closed the door. She could hear her husband had resumed what she interrupted, and she headed for her own room to catch a good nights rest.<br/><br/><div style=""margin-left:75px; margin-right:75px; margin-bottom:5px; margin-top:5px""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/b/b6/Coat_of_Arms_of_Valencia_%28Spain%29.svg/200px-Coat_of_Arms_of_Valencia_%28Spain%29.svg.png""/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">TO THE NORTH GERMAN RELATIONS OFFICE</span></span><br/>From the Dual Kingdom's Relations Department.</div><hr/><br/>It is with our utmost pleasure that the Dual Kingdom will be in attendance at the Berlin Conference this coming September. In attendance <br/><br/>The recent conflicts in Egypt, of which has resolved in many confusing circumstances between European and African nations alike, need to be resolved, and we hope this will be done at the conference. <br/><br/>I will be attending the conference, along with the Assistant Minister of Foreign Relations, Feliu Castell. <br/><br/>Together may we prosper. <br/><br/>Signed, <br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Guifré Vilaró</span>, Foreign Minister<br/><br/><hr/></blockquote></div>"
14334,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381&start=75,2015-01-01T22:48:00,Baja California y Sonora,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/8/8e/Flag_of_the_Tripolitanian_Republic.svg/217px-Flag_of_the_Tripolitanian_Republic.svg.png""/><br/><span style=""font-size: 250%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #00BFFF""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Sultanate of Nubia</span></span></span><br/><span style=""font-size: 145%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #008040"">Chapter 1- The Desert Erupts, Part 3</span></span></div><br/><hr/><br/><br/><br/>- To do -<br/><br/>- The Aamir Reforms<br/><br/>- Stuff with Germans<br/><br/>- Nubians in the Deserts<br/><br/>- More European things."
14335,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381&start=75,2015-01-01T23:05:00,Paketo,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://pontosforum.fr.yuku.com/attach/ma/post-3-1245112207.jpg""/></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">May 30, 1881<br/>Phases, Kingdom of Pontus</span><br/><br/>The flashes of Muskets and rifles were all around the city as the battle for the city came into full swing. The communists had risen up three weeks ago and had taken the city before any military resistance could be made. The Pontic forces had with drawn and started a blockade of the city with meager forces. The rebels chose not to attack but instead fortify there hold on they city hoping to inspire uprisings in other cities. These did come but they were small and scattered making their defeat easy for garrison forces.<br/><br/>Now, with the Pontic invasion force who was recalled from Egypt at the lead, the rebel city was under its first attack. Makeshift Barricades blocked access to the city and fierce battles fought over their capture. Many times assaults were made that would be pushed back by sheer number. It seemed almost the entire city had joined the rebels making any attempts at capture costly for the Pontics. General Mithrodas had taken control of the siege while Pontius had been called back to the Capitol with his father.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">inside city of Phases</span><br/><br/>In the town hall sat communist rebel council that was leading the revolt, 6 people all surrounding a single large table. ""We are running low on gunpowder, we can't hold on much longer"" said a middle aged Persian mam by the nam of Cyri. ""We have to. The king has sent to no letter of response to the demands we sent him. This will all be for naught if we do not hold"" yelled another man of Russian ethnicity named Dimitri. Arguments started to breakout around the table about whether to just surrender now or risk total annihilation. It seemed that the revolt was breaking apart<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Palace of the King</span><br/><br/>Pontius watched his his father convulsed on the floor screaming of imaginary creatures clawing and biting at him. The king rolled around on the floor before his eyes rolled into the back of his head and his body went limp. Pontius was king now since his father was now dead, something Pontius was involved in but he would never admit. His eldest sister and he had simply let their father enjoy large amount of a special honey found only in Anatolia which causes hallucinations and even death in large quantities. King Leon had a love for honey and would often eat large amounts. The siblings simply switched the honey and we have a dead king<br/><br/>Pontius showed no concern on his face as his father died, one might even compare him to Alexander the Great who most likely plotted the killing of his own father. Pontius reached down and closed the King's eyes before plucking the crown off his father's head. ""Prepare a funeral for my father, the King has passed to Hades"" said Pontius as he placed the king's crown on his own head. The officials around the room kneeled saying ""hail King Pontius, new ruler of the Kingdom of Pontus."""
14336,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381&start=75,2015-01-01T23:16:00,Carathon,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #FFBF00""><del>Status Pontificius</del></span></span></span></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.histoatlas.org/conscientia/seam/resource/includeImage?name=file:FlagOfNapoleonicKingdomOfItaly""/><br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 130%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #FFBF00""><del>The Papal States</del></span></span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 140%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: green"">Viva la Rivoluzione!</span></span></span><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""color: #000001""><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold""> <br/><br/>It is easy to be caught up in the Revolutionary spirit. Living your whole-life as some petty farmer like your father and grandfather before him, and then being given a musket and the opportunity to make a difference. To stop dreading the tax-man, to finally fight for something other then the day-to-day scrapping by. It must have been something in the air - eitherway, for a while it was truly glorious.<br/><br/>Yet that glorious feeling is all too quickly replaced by revulsion, and horror when you look upon the men so full of life the other-day, the men who you have shared your jokes, your ale and your inter-most desires with turned into nothing more into a twisted mess of torn sinew, crushed skulls and dreams as shattered as their skulls with a single deafening cry of a cannon, you begin to yearn for the days when the plow - not the rifle - was your most trusted companion. <br/><br/> </span></span></span></span></blockquote></div><br/><br/>-<span style=""font-style: italic""> Anonymous Revolutionary </span><br/><br/>Chapter 3<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;"">Napoleonic Ambitions</span></span></div><br/><table border=""1"" cellpadding=""0"" cellspacing=""0"" width=""85%""></table><br/><br/>Napoleon III had put his finely-honed military skills to use as best he could. He had gathered skilled artisans to forge rifles, muskets or what-ever they could make - a slow process, since the Papal States had unfortunately never invested in any mass-production of domestic fire-arms - and took what-ever experienced men he could, which were mostly Swiss Guard and Papal Militia defectors combined with a few men who had followed him to Rome in order to drill and arm the Revolutionary Militia. A task which he constantly found himself doggedly performing, often times only having four or three hours of sleep. Detrimental to his health, but the cost of failure would likely be his head mounted on a pike delivered to the King of Catalonia. Not a favoured alternative of his by any means.<br/><br/>""A sorry lot - overwhelmed the pompous ceremonial cunts of the Swiss Guard through raw numbers and determination more then anything."" One veteran soldier cynically commented on the Militia. Thereas, Napoleon decided to re-name his soldiers - something more<span style=""font-style: italic"">morale inspiring.</span>Militia held the negative connotations of being little more then cannon fodder, despite that being closer to the truth then anything.<br/><br/>Once again, he paid a visit to local artisans who often worked on Papal projects. Melting down gold ornaments of several Papal monuments in order to re-forge them into Legionary standards. Gathering up his Revolutionaries, he pain-stakingly issued each standard to a formation of around two-thousand men and christened them with a number and title. This was hoped to improve morale and organization, even though any man could see they were no near the equals of the Legions of yore.<br/><br/>Going one step further, Napoleon had his men utterly ransack the Vatican. Taking what they could from the treasury, and melting down what-ever valuables they could get their hands on. Bronze and other less valuable metals were often melted down to be reforged into rough cannons resembling tubes more then anything. These were set up on the narrow alleys and chokepoints and stuffed with a variety of rubble and metal to be used as make-shift massive shotguns, ripping apart formations who would march down Rome's streets. Men, women and children all found themselves motivated by the Napoleonic King and the Revolutionary spirit to work, as if clock-work, on stacking on bricks, sand-bags and whatever they could get their hands on as barricades, often three or four on a single street so men could easily fall back if one position was overwhelmed. Poachers were even freed if they agreed to fight for Italy. They were armed with the most accurate rifle available, often with a make-shift telescope fashioned from star-gazing devices and placed upon roofs, cellars and inside dug-outs to serve as snipers. Nails were beaten and sown as caltrops to further hinder the enemy advance. Even free-ranging merchants were greedily set upon and given valuables looted from Rome in-exchange for provisions and weapons, often sold at inflated prices.<br/><br/>Napoleon and the Proconsuls quickly scrambled to prepare themselves in the several months between the initial overthrowing of the Pope until the Dual Kingdom forces would march. Their forces were pitiful, their efforts desperate and pragmatic - but morale was surprisingly high. By now, the Papacy had been thrown off of most of Rome and the surrounding country-side - though much of it was in chaos, due to the fact that nearly all of the Revolutionary army had taken defensive positions in Rome itself, instead of bothering to garrison the country-side. Only a few-hold outs in Viterbo remained, with the remnants of the Papal Army either joining their master in exile, scattering or offering their services to the Catholic Volunteers with the Dual Kingdom.<br/><br/>The Revolutionaries had only managed to stockpile enough provisions to adequately supply the city for four months. It was hoped that the Dual Kingdom would be fool-hardy enough to out-right charge the city in their eagerness to put down the Nationalists and a minor victory would be enough to embolden other countries to come to their aid. To this cause, Napoleon himself penned several letters with tired fingers to send to varying diginitaries.<br/><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""color: Green"">The Kingdom of Rome</span></span></span><br/><table border=""1"" cellpadding=""0"" cellspacing=""0"" width=""85%""></table><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/1/15/Grand_coat_of_arms_of_Eug%C3%A8ne_de_Beauharnais_as_viceroy_of_Italy2.svg/200px-Grand_coat_of_arms_of_Eug%C3%A8ne_de_Beauharnais_as_viceroy_of_Italy2.svg.png""/><br/><span style=""color: Green""><span style=""font-style: italic"">For Italia</span></span><br/><table border=""1"" cellpadding=""0"" cellspacing=""0"" width=""85%""></table></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">To the right-honorable Kingdom of Tuscany-Lombardy.</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">I extend you a offer of union, dear friend. The winds of times are changing. No-longer will the peasant will content in working on a farm his life, subjugated by despots content to rule out their petty fiefs in which-ever arbitrary whims deemed fit. The people have saw it fit for liberty, democracy - values your proud nation holds dear I am sure and for the Italians people to be united under a Italian nation. Not dominated by Catalonians, Swiss or Bohemians. This is undeniable; even if our proud movement is crushed under the boot of conservatism one can never destroy a dream, nor continually oppress the people one is trying to rule.<br/><br/>Thusly, we offer a chance for your Kingdom to join under a Italian Confederation, with autonomy and authority intact. To dedicate it's vast armies to combating those who would keep the people, *our* people divided. Together, we will be undefeatable - never again to marginalized, drawn into sphere of influences or dismissed as ""Minor"" Powers.<br/><br/>Make the right decision, my grace.<br/><br/>François Charles Joseph Bonaparte, King and Proconsul of Rome, Napoléon III <br/><br/><table border=""1"" cellpadding=""0"" cellspacing=""0"" width=""85%""></table></span></blockquote><br/><br/><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""color: Green"">The Kingdom of Rome</span></span></span><br/><table border=""1"" cellpadding=""0"" cellspacing=""0"" width=""85%""></table><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/1/15/Grand_coat_of_arms_of_Eug%C3%A8ne_de_Beauharnais_as_viceroy_of_Italy2.svg/200px-Grand_coat_of_arms_of_Eug%C3%A8ne_de_Beauharnais_as_viceroy_of_Italy2.svg.png""/><br/><span style=""color: Green""><span style=""font-style: italic"">For Italia</span></span><br/><table border=""1"" cellpadding=""0"" cellspacing=""0"" width=""85%""></table></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">To the Dual Kingdom of Catalonia and Naples</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic""> Instead of swinging at each other as if barbarians, I send this to offer you terms of peace. We both know that the winds of modernity and national ideology is upon us. The peoples living in Naples and Romagna slowly will begin to chaff under the rule of a King in Catalonia. They will demand a nation, their own nation - ruled by their own peoples and their own parliaments. Not forced to die in Egyptian deserts and having their languages and culture identity stripped from them as one would greedily rip the clothing away from a cheap strumpet. <br/><br/>There is little point in fighting against what is inevitable. In order to avoid unnecessary blood-shed, we demand the following terms.<br/><br/>-Romagna will be ceded to the Kingdom of Rome and Italy. <br/>- Naples will be ceded to the Kingdom of Rome and Italy.<br/><br/>-Sicily will be granted more local autonomy, but will other-wise remain apart of Catalonia in regard to it's unique circumstances.<br/><br/>-The Dual Kingdom will recognize the Roman Kingdom's sovereignty over Italia. <br/><br/>The blood of innocents is upon your hands and future generations will either curse you or praise you for your actions.<br/><br/>François Charles Joseph Bonaparte, King and Proconsul of Rome, Napoléon III <br/><br/><table border=""1"" cellpadding=""0"" cellspacing=""0"" width=""85%""></table></span></blockquote><br/><br/><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""color: Green"">The Kingdom of Rome</span></span></span><br/><table border=""1"" cellpadding=""0"" cellspacing=""0"" width=""85%""></table><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/1/15/Grand_coat_of_arms_of_Eug%C3%A8ne_de_Beauharnais_as_viceroy_of_Italy2.svg/200px-Grand_coat_of_arms_of_Eug%C3%A8ne_de_Beauharnais_as_viceroy_of_Italy2.svg.png""/><br/><span style=""color: Green""><span style=""font-style: italic"">For Italia</span></span><br/><table border=""1"" cellpadding=""0"" cellspacing=""0"" width=""85%""></table></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">To the noble Commonwealth of England, Scotland and Ireland</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Once upon a time, your proud nation supported Emperor Napoleon I in it's pursuit of liberal and democracy for all the oppressed peoples of Europe. Glory was the Grande Armée as it liberated Spain and trounced untold armies of the Ancien Régime who seeked to put a end to the revolution. Unfortunately, the right-wing parties within your nation, misguided, launched a completely unlawful coup in order to topple the just, liberal government who supported my grand-father. Thusly, he fell and along with it, the hopes and dreams of millions oppressed people of Europe. <br/><br/>However, this is a chance to right the wrongs of your ancestors. I, with all the legal authority and faith of the people invested in me, officially petition your nation for aid in our struggles with those who would crush us. I completely promise that a united Italy would be the whole-hearted and powerful friend and loyal ally of any nation who would help it's people in their time of need. <br/><br/>François Charles Joseph Bonaparte, King and Proconsul of Rome, Napoléon III <br/><br/><table border=""1"" cellpadding=""0"" cellspacing=""0"" width=""85%""></table></span></blockquote><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""ORBAT""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">2,000 Militiamen organized into the Legio I Augusta. Made up of more experienced soldiers then other formations, and equipment and drilling makes them roughly equal to a regular army formation.<br/>2,000 Militiamen organized into the Legio II Victoria<br/>2,000 Militiamen organized into the Legio III Tullius<br/>2,000 Militiamen organized into the Legio IV Jupiter<br/>2,000 Militiamen organized into the Legio V Marian<br/>1,750 in an assortment of snipers, light skirmishers and other light irregulars<br/>3,000 disorganized, more poorly armed Militia.<br/>1,500 disorganized teenagers, women and other helpers armed with muskets and melee weapons.<br/>1,000 infantry organized into a ""Republican Guard.""<br/>350 ""elite"" volunteers personally brought by Napoleon III.<br/>100 Papal defectors organized into their own unit.<br/>3,500 melee armed full-time volunteers, mostly used for construction and reserves. <br/>A total of: <span style=""font-weight: bold"">21,200</span></div></div></div>"
14337,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381&start=75,2015-01-02T17:28:00,Neo-Assyrian Empire,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/zTTKK06.png""/><br/><span style=""color: #0040BF""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 175%; line-height: 116%;"">The Republic of Francia</span><br/><span style=""font-size: 125%; line-height: 116%;"">Chapter Quatre: Francia et l'Allemagne Excédent Tout</span></span></span></div><hr/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Orleans, Francia<br/>June 12<sup>th</sup>, 1881</span><br/>In a courtroom in the heart of Orleans, hundreds came to watch the judgement of Thybault Fou and Claude de Jaager. Thousands more waited outside. After several days, today was expected to be the end of the trial. There was commotion in the room until the large double-doors opened and in walked the criminals. The room was quickly silenced. Guarded by several officers, the men stood before a judge. ""Thybault Fou and Claude de Jaager, you have been accused of high treason and conspiracy to kill our leader. What do you have to say for yourselves?""<br/><br/>Neither man spoke.<br/><br/>""Then we shall let the jury judge for you. Jury, have you reached a verdict?"" A single Parisian stood.<br/><br/>""We have, your honor. We believe that Thybault Fou and Claude de Jaager are guilty of high treason against the Republic of Francia and conspiracy to kill our president.""<br/><br/>""I couldn't agree with you more. The guilty are sentenced to death by hanging for crimes against the state."" The judge slammed the gavel on his desk, causing the crowd to cheer. The two men were taken away and put into holding cells, where they would live for the remainder of their life.<br/><br/>Their execution was a quick one. One week later, on June the 19<sup>th</sup>, the two were hung in a public square in Orleans.<hr/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Paris, Francia<br/>July 1<sup>er</sup></span><br/>President Bault sat at his desk, a new edition of<span style=""font-style: italic"">Le Journal du Franque</span>in hand. He shook his head as an aide stood near him. ""The world is in a sorry state, Francois."" The President looked at him. ""The Romans have crowned Napoleon III as their emperor, German nationalists want to reclaim Konigsberg, and New Lorraine could spark a war in the West... Fetch me an official communique, I've got some work to do.""<br/><br/>The aide did as he was told and returned with the blank communiques for Bault.<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/YSUKjMW.png""/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">To:</span> The Foreign Office of the North German Confederation<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">From:</span> Felix Bault, Président du Francia</div><hr/>Bonjour!<br/>On behalf of the people of Francia, thank you for your condolences during this transitional period. The anarchists that have committed this crime have been punished. I would also be glad to discuss any sort of plan to deal with the anarchist threat in Western and Central Europe. More importantly, however, I would approve of a defensive alliance between our two nations. I would like to invite your leaders or a diplomatic envoy to Paris to discuss this pact further.<br/><br/><div style=""float: right;"">~Felix Bault</div></blockquote>"
14338,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381&start=75,2015-01-02T17:30:00,Aldelxane,-deleted-
14339,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381&start=75,2015-01-02T19:18:00,Epraria,"<div align=""center""><span style=""color: #FF8000""><span style=""font-size: 175%; line-height: 116%;"">De Verenigde Provinciën van Megiko<br/></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Chapter 2:To Diego and back.<br/>2nd of June, 1881 AD</span></span></div><br/><hr/><br/>Outskirts of San Diego,<br/>2nd June, 1881 AD<br/><br/>General Harm Karsten looked through his binoculars as the heavy artillery blasted away at the defenses and fortifications of the city. A few moments later one could see the explosions as the artillery hit their targets. At the time the artillery fired at the city if one where to look outside of the harbor one could see a Megikaaner fleet of 1 battleships, 3 cruisers and 6 frigates bombarding the harbor of the city and any fortifications that existed in the area. The bombardment would hopefully see the cities defenses severely weakened and allow him an easy capture of the city, after all taking unnecessarily heavy casualties would not look good for him back in Megiko city and if everything went according to plan the city would soon fold to his siege but in his mind Karsten knew that at least something would not go according to plan for when had that ever happened?<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""ORBAT""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">47,000 men<br/>60 artillery units<br/>15 Gatling guns</div></div></div>"
14340,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381&start=75,2015-01-02T21:50:00,New Cobastheia,"<div align=""Center"">Reserved for Chile</div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""To Brazil""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Dear King Pierre II of The Empire of Brazil,<br/><br/>I, King Jorge II would like to congratulate you and your decision to make slavery illegal. Some of your politicians may not be happy with your choice as many nations have had that probably when slavery is banned. But they will get over it after they realize that they are thinking only for themselves and not for the lives that they are destroying. <br/>Anyways, it is very clear that I and my nation don't like slavery all that much. After all, my nation was formed from a slave rebellion and it is written into our constitution that slavery is basically one of the biggest evils of the world. <br/>Anyways, once again, I congratulate you for your decision.<br/><br/>Signed, King Jorge II of The Elective Monarchy of Chile</blockquote></div></div></div><br/>WIP<br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""To Holland""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""></div></div></div><br/>-Letter to Mexico<br/>-Political People Getting Pissed at Each Other."
14341,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381&start=100,2015-01-06T15:01:00,Senkaku,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.crwflags.com/fotw/images/m/mn_emp_2.gif""/><br/><span style=""font-size: 250%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ikh Mongol Uls</span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">All Under the Blue Sky, Chapter Six: Heaven's Net</span></span></div><br/><hr/><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.bluepeak.net/mongolia/assets/photos/lake-hovsgol-mountains.jpg""/><br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://vimeo.com/114350322"" rel=""nofollow"">Lake Hovsgol, Mongolia</a></div><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-size: 70%; line-height: 116%;"">""<a class=""postlink"" href=""https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-bzWSJG93P8"" rel=""nofollow"">Heaven's net is wide, but its mesh is fine.</a>""<br/>-Lao Tzu<br/></span></span><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Outside Jehol</span><br/><hr/><br/><br/><br/><br/><br/><br/>The Summer Palace was burning.<br/>The smoke plume already rose high above the hilltops around Jehol, visible for miles, and it was only growing as the inferno grew worse, consuming the palace's opulent and highly flammable decor and reducing the beautiful pavilions and halls that for so long had been the envy of the civilized world to ashes and cinders. The rumble of cannon and gunfire bounced off the hills, as the khagan's column hurried towards Khanbaliq with nearly five thousand of Prince Zaichun's riders behind them, fighting the Imperial Guard to try and seize Lord Kublai.<br/>Kublai did not look back, did not speak, as he cantered along with the rest of the column, flying towards Khanbaliq.<br/><br/><br/>Behind them, meanwhile, another ferocious battle had erupted. Zaichun's riders, advancing from the north, had been met and halted by the Imperial Guard, who were now fighting furiously and slowly giving ground to their enemies' superior numbers. Now the fight was raging on the grounds of the Summer Palace itself- the same palace that Kublai had just ordered be put to the torch. It was an apocalyptic scene, men fighting and dying as the buildings around them burned, some of them setting the very buildings they were using as sniper nests or cover ablaze to follow their orders from the khagan. The smoke reduced visibility tremendously, and explosions from artillery on both sides kicked up even more dust and debris and started more fires, with the end result being that thousands of men were stumbling around and fighting confusedly on the palace grounds as they were consumed in an inferno that, by nightfall, would even be visible from Khanbaliq, a hundred and thirty miles to the south, as a distant and menacing smoke plume beginning to creep over the northern horizon.<br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Khanbaliq<br/>The Golden Orchid Court</span><br/><hr/><br/><br/><br/><br/>""This is only the beginning.""<br/>""No, Liu, it's the beginning of the end,"" Bayan said grimly.<br/>""Perhaps. Let us hope that is not the case.""<br/>""We can hope all we want, but I very much doubt the empire will survive a civil war.""<br/>""Well, it's our job to make sure it does.""<br/>""You're far more dutiful than I am. Honestly, I'm not even sure who I should be fighting for. Three generals from the Gate of Divine Might actually left with Zaichun. Should I have been with them? Is it my duty to serve the khagan, when he is a puppet of the Vice-Regent, or the Crown Prince, when he rebels against this puppetry?""<br/>""Dangerous words, Bayan.""<br/>""Dangerous times, Liu.""<br/>""Are you questioning your own loyalty to the throne, General?,"" Liu said icily.<br/>Bayan sighed. ""I don't know. This is all such a mess.""<br/>""Political intrigue has never been your strong suit,"" Liu said dismissively, with a slight snort. ""Rice wine?""<br/>""Please."" The general bit his lip while his friend poured, accepting the cup gratefully.<br/>""Bayan, our duty is to the khagan. If you had really thought it was your duty to serve Zaichun and his nest of power-hungry spiders, you would have left when we cleared them out. Now we must serve the khagan and crush the rebellion- and if you are not prepared to do that, I need to find someone who is.""<br/>""I'm more than willing. But I don't think I'll be able to if this intrigue continues.""<br/>Liu sipped his wine delicately, turning away. ""Well, leave that to me.""<br/><hr/><br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Karakorum Viceroyalty<br/>Dornod Province<br/>Bayan Tumen<br/></span><br/><hr/><br/><br/><br/><br/><br/><br/>The greatest lords of Manchuria and Mongolia, the leaders of the Khamag Mongol, the Khereid and the Tatars, the Merghid and the Olkhunuud, the Hūlun lords- Nara, Hada, Ula, Aisin-Gioro, Hoifa, Yehe, and the princes of the Amur Basin- all were now gathered in Bayan Tumen, a pathetic gathering of hovels scattered across the eastern steppe. It was an ugly, wind-scorched city, whipped by the winds of Siberia and the Gobi, poor and small and dirty- nothing like the splendid cities of China or those few metropolises that had escaped the flames of the Kobayashi Rebellion in Japan.<br/>On a high hill, outside a huge, fine yurt- the yurt of the Viceroy Iljigin himself, in fact, for when he was traveling- Prince Zaichun was partaking in the ceremony that the arrival of so many great lords had begun.<br/><br/><br/><br/><br/>OOC: basically, I'm going to leave this unfinished indefinitely so I can work on the next post and the impending collapse of Ikh Mongol Uls and the fallout from that event.<br/>As such, we can have a...<br/><hr/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">POST SUMMARY:</span><br/><br/>-Zaichun has declared himself khagan after a kurultai in Bayan Tumen.<br/>-Kublai has escaped Jehol and is fleeing back to Khanbaliq.<br/>-Shooting is happening in Chagatai as the Kyrgyz armies continue to advance on Osh and Asadai Batukhan's advance on Kashgar continues as well.<br/>-Lady Chabi has disappeared (that's a big deal, she's Zaichun's girlfriend if you forgot), and on the far side of the empire it would appear her actions to quell the Hanoi riots were unsuccessful- rebellion has broken out in the hills around the city, but Mongol troops have held the Red River Delta and Haiphong and the road north.<br/>-The Communists are plotting, and so is Minister Sun Liu and his friend General Niohuru Bayan, and so is the Vice-Regent (who's really, along with the Chancellor, the khagan, and Sajadi, one of the only ones actually trying to hold the empire together)<br/>-"
14342,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381&start=100,2015-01-07T15:04:00,Sveltlana,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://fc05.deviantart.net/fs70/i/2014/355/c/5/arms_of_kalmar_scandinavia_by_vengarl-d8alz8o.png""/><br/><span style=""font-size: 250%; line-height: 116%;"">K</span><span style=""font-size: 180%; line-height: 116%;"">ALMARUNIONEN</span> <span style=""margin-left: 5px;""><span style=""font-size: 250%; line-height: 116%;"">S</span><span style=""font-size: 180%; line-height: 116%;"">KANDINAVIEN</span></span><div style=""margin-left:75px; margin-right:75px; margin-bottom:5px; margin-top:5px""><hr/></div><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 130%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #004080"">Chapter Three: A Romantic Funeral</span></span><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;"">20th of April, the year 1881.</span></span></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""- DRAMATIS PERSONAE -""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-size: 85%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Note: the simplest versions of the characters' names are used.</span></span><br/>Gustaf IV Akilles von Wittelsbach, <span style=""font-style: italic"">deceased King of Scandinavia</span><br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;"">Kristina Vasa, <span style=""font-style: italic"">his widow</span></span><br/><span style=""margin-left: 50px;"">Kristina v.W., <span style=""font-style: italic"">their eldest daughter</span></span><br/><span style=""margin-left: 50px;"">Sofia v.W., <span style=""font-style: italic"">their second daughter</span></span><br/><span style=""margin-left: 50px;"">Elise v.W., <span style=""font-style: italic"">their third daughter</span></span><br/><br/>Per Isak Nordahl, <span style=""font-style: italic"">Count of Västerås; Lord High Chancellor</span><br/><span style=""margin-left: 30px;"">Karin Grip, <span style=""font-style: italic"">his wife; Countess of Västerås</span></span></div></div></div><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">-- THE ROYAL FUNERAL; STOCKHOLM --</span></div><br/><br/>Talk with Mongol Prince,<br/>Fritz<br/><br/>""Ah, Excellency!"" said the Kalmar Queen coldly, much more coldly than Lorenzo would have expected from a woman who just lost her husband. Indeed, the Queen carried herself in the manner in which a child carries herself after the death of a beloved pet: for the first few days, she cries endlessly over its death, but, having time passed, soon occupies herself with more important matters and forgets about its death altogether.<br/><br/>WIP.<br/><br/><div style=""margin-left:75px; margin-right:75px; margin-bottom:5px; margin-top:5px""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/4/4d/Stockholm_vapen_bra.svg/120px-Stockholm_vapen_bra.svg.png""/><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">TO THE TUSCAN-LOMBARDIAN FOREIGN RELATIONS OFFICE</span></span><br/>From the Kalmar Foreign Relations Department.</div><br/><hr/><br/>In the name of the Kalmar Monarchy, I hereby accept with the utmost gratitude the condolences offered by the noble Kingdom of Tuscany-Lombardy and would personally like to thank His Highness, King Lorenzo III de' Medici of Tuscany-Lombardy, for his warm and understanding regards. We shall receive His Majesty's person and the Prince with utmost anticipation and the best accommodations that are in the power of the Kalmar Monarchy to provide.<br/><br/>A firm believer in international peace and co-operation, I would like to state that I agree with the statement mentioned by His Highness, King Lorenzo III de' Medici, in its entirety, and to witness the fostering of relations between the Kalmar Union and the Kingdom of Tuscany-Lombardy would be counted among an appropriate path. Do know that I shall inform the cabinets and ministries of the Kalmar Union of your friendly disposition.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/tuGs3e9.png""/><br/><br/>P. Isak, Count of Nordahl<br/>Lord High Chancellor<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Sekretariatet utrikesministeriet</span></div><br/><hr/></blockquote></div><br/><br/><hr/>"
14343,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381&start=100,2015-01-07T15:10:00,The Kingdom of Glitter,"<div align=""center""><div style=""margin-left:75px; margin-right:75px; margin-bottom:5px; margin-top:5px""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><hr/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/QWIb209.png""/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">The Dual Kingdom of Catalonia and Naples</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 130%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #BF0000"">El Dual Regne de Catalunya i Nàpols</span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #FFBF00"">Restoration Begins</span></span><br/><span style=""color: #FFBF00""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Outside Rome, The Papal States | June 15th 1881 Anno Domini</span></span><br/><br/><hr/></blockquote></div></div><br/>Thus far, the Dual Kingdom has seen many successes throughout the so called Kingdom of Rome. The invading armies arrived from both Naples and Romagna and had managed to occupy most of the false kingdom without any resistance. In the larger towns they were met with small resistance, which was instantly crushed by the large advancing armies. After all, 100,000 men marched for Rome in two directions. This was one of the largest Catalan military operations in centuries, and was truly meant to be a show of force for the Dual Kingdom. As the armies headed for Rome, further reserves were raised in Naples and Romagna in order to maintain the occupation of the Roman territories now under the direct control of the Dual Kingdom.<br/><br/>While the Royal Armies advanced on land, the Royal Navy sailed to blockade the Roman coastline. This was done in an attempt to halt any aid coming into the false kingdom by sea, and also tug at her purse strings, hoping to bring economic ruin to what remained of the Kingdom of Rome. There were two competing plans vying for the approval of the King. The first, proposed by the Archbishop of Naples, Guglielmo Sanfelice d'Acquavilla, advocated economic starvation of the city of Rome. The plan was to surround the city and ensure that it would in fact starve, resulting in an easy victory for the forces of the Dual Kingdom. It was the Archbishops hope that this would bring minimal damage to what remained of Church property, such as Saint Peter's Basilica, and therefore make the reconstruction of Rome much easier on the Church. However, General Joan Piqué i Bernabeu who was the Barcelonan general in charge of the operation, had proposed the Dual Kingdom take a much different path. His plan involved utterly bombarding the city of Rome, completely destroying the ancient Aurelian Walls and any other defenses the city maintained, and allowing easy advancement of the Catalan forces into the city. Through this path it was also hoped many of the defending ""soldiers"" and residents would be killed or rendered otherwise useless, causing a much lower level of resistance than previously expected. The General's proposal was extremely popular among the military leadership, and even found some supporters among the coalition of clergy the King had assembled. It would also truly show the might of the Dual Kingdom, something the King and military leadership alike wanted to be made known to the world. Besides, the king claimant of the false kingdom, the now infamous self-proclaimed Napoleon III sent King Ferdinand a letter, demanding Naples and Romagna, along with near independence for Sicily. The King refused to even write a letter in response to the false king, and said on the matter ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">This peasant shall receive my response after we burn his city and he is hanging outside Saint Peter's!</span>"". However, the organization of bombardment was largely aimed at the civilian and commercial districts of the city. The great wonders of Rome, the city's many museums, and the remaining Catholic cathedrals were all marked in districts of the city the Royal Batteries were not allowed to fire upon, thus preserving the city's artistic and historical marvels while rendering much of the city useless to those who live there.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">It was decided that the Dual Kingdom would pursue the strategy of utterly bombarding the city into submission, and the 10,000 Batteries the Dual Kingdom had assembled quickly opened first on the city of Rome, delivering a volley of cannon fire upon the city's walls and the Eternal City itself. For it was on the fifteenth of June that the city of Rome would begin its fall from eternity. </span><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Catalan ORBAT""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Royal Catalan Army</span><br/>19,000 Riflemen <br/>7,000 Dragoons <br/>4,000 Batteries <br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Royal Army of Naples</span><br/>17,000 Riflemen <br/>5,000 Dragoons <br/>3,000 Batteries <br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Royal Army of Romagna</span><br/>26,000 Riflemen <br/>6,000 Dragoons <br/>3,000 Batteries <br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Catholic Volunteers</span><br/>10,000 Volunteers <br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Total:</span> 100,000</div></div></div><br/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><div style=""margin-left:75px; margin-right:75px; margin-bottom:5px; margin-top:5px""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><hr/><br/><span style=""color: #FFBF00""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Loarre, Catalonia | June 16th 1881 Anno Domini</span></span><br/><br/><hr/></blockquote></div></div><br/>The Prince of Girona had arrived in Loarre on a beautiful sunny day. He traveled alongside his most dearest of servants, Andreu, on the Royal Catalan Railway. Andreu was truly the man of Filipe's dreams, and he cared for him far more than he did his own wife. Poor Catarina remained isolated in her own castle back in Barcelona while her husband traveled the Catalan countryside with his lover. She was somewhat envious of Andreu, and when complaining to her husband she would often state ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Would you like it if I turned over with my back in the air and you could pretend I was Andreu!</span>"". Her attempts went no where, and he marriage remained a sexless one. However, Filipe and Catarina did love each other, and maintained a very complicated relationship. Filipe told his wife on several occasions she could take up a lover of her choosing, or as many as she wished, as long as she was never caught. She never did so, and to Filipe that was her own fault. The two seemed more so childhood friends trying to find themselves in a rapidly changing world. And in fact, that was exactly what the Prince and Princess of Girona were.<br/><br/>During his week long trip to Loarre, Prince Filipe would take up residence in Loarre Castell. Centuries before his stay the castle was one of principle importance during the struggle between the Iberian Catholics and the Moors. At the time, the castle remained on the frontier between the Catholic and Islamic worlds, and for that reason it remained one of the most important garrisons. Eventually, the castle became a fortress, and was occasionally occupied by various feudal lords for short periods of time. It fell into the hands of the Crown of Aragon, and was quickly given to a newly establish monastery, one that had received both royal and papal backing. The castle was returned to the monarch of the Dual Kingdom after her holy inhabitants abandoned it, and was converted into an estate for the Catalan royalty. However, it remained an important symbol of royal and papal cooperation, cooperation that is still ongoing. Filipe could have cared less about the castle's history, and just hoped to spend an intimate week with his dearest Andreu at his beautiful country estate. However, before this could be done he would have to meet with Alexandre Porra and other members of the Conservative backing.<br/><br/>Mister Alexandre Porra was one of the wealthiest men throughout the Dual Kingdom. He was born to a rather wealthy family, and soon followed in the footsteps of his ancestors after establishing the Royal Catalan Railway (Reial Català Ferrocarril | RCF). The RCF was the de facto sole supplier of rail transport across the Dual Kingdom, with every other rail line being owned as a daughter company. It was one of three railways to receive a royal warrant, along with the Great Neapolitan Railway ( Gran Napolitana Ferrocarril| GNF) and the Royal Railway of Romagna ( Reial Ferrocarril de Romanya| RFR), both of which were subsidiaries of the Royal Catalan Railway. The heir to his rail empire was his eldest son, Pau Porra, who was an old childhood friend of Prince Filipe. The two were reunited when they studied at the University of Barcelona, but had since parted ways.<br/><br/>The Prince was driven to the Porra Estate by Andreu, where he was greeted by the Dual Kingdom's industrial elites. Among them were both Porras and the titans of any other industry imaginable. Filipe wondered why he was summoned here by them, but did not mind as he was in the company of both his lover and his old friend. He was escorted inside and all those gathered sat down to quickly discuss the purpose of the meeting.<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Well, Your Highness. You are likely wondering why we have invited you to meet us. And that is of course no surprise to myself. As you are well aware, the recent disasters of the Pi i Margall government is an embarrassment to our realm. Currently our government coalition is collapsing, as the Christian Democrats flee the coalition. With their numbers quickly dwindling, the days of Pi i Margall are coming to a close. And that is why I speak to you today.</span>"" the eldest Porra told the Prince.<br/><br/>The Prince sat, intimately reflecting on every word Mr. Porra had told him. He was quite intrigued by Porra's reasoning, but was still unsure what he had to do with thee matter. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">That is all very well, Mr. Porra. But I do not see what I have to do with the politics of the Royal Assembly.</span>""<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Why of course! Let me explain further. As you are aware, our monarch, your dear father, commands our military. He is currently away in Rome restoring the Papacy on his own, as task the Pi i Margall government is avoiding. With him in Rome, he is far away from the politics of our realm. And for that reason that you, his heir, are next in line for the political influence of the Crown. Now, you might wonder what influence the Crown has over politics, and that answer is simple: the military. Today I would like to ask you to travel to Barcelona, and raise the city garrisons. March down to the Royal Assembly and oust Pi i Margall. That failure of a man no longer deserves to serve as this nation's Prime Minister, and the leaders of the Conservative Party are much better suited to replace his embarrassment of a government.</span>""<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">But should the Crown really interfere in the politics of the Royal Assembly? An act such as this could easily anger the populace, ending in disaster for my family.</span>""<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Ah but the people are on our side, Your Highness! They have been protesting the embarrassments of the Pi i Margall government for weeks. They are outraged at his policy in Egypt, and the disgrace his failure brought upon our nation. They are outraged that he allowed the Pope to be overthrown, and the Papal States to descend into chaos, only to be restored by your noble father. If you do what I have asked of you, the people will see you and your family as allies. They will not revolt against you, but openly rejoice for your support. At a time like this, serve action must be taken. We can weaken the coalition enough that the politics and legality of Pi i Margall's removal are no concern, but a show of force is needed. That bastard simply will not give up his position without it.</span>""<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">You make a convincing argument, but if you do not mind I would like to sleep on the matter. I shall notify you tomorrow of my decision.</span>""<br/><br/>The men exchanged further kind words, and the Prince shook the hands of all those gathered, who added their own opinions on the situation. The titans of industry went to drink, while the Prince asked Andreu to fetch his car so they could return to the castle. As his aide left the room, Pau Porra entered.<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Why Filipe, it's been ages! And you're still as dashing as ever I see...</span>""<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Ah, Pau! It is fantastic to see you.</span>"" the Prince said as he embraced his old friend. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">How have you be-</span>"" the Prince was cut off by the abrupt movement of Pau's hand down his trousers, instantly grabbing at the royal's rump. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Pau I am most sorry, but there is someone else now. I am in love with another man, and it is not proper for me to carry on with you while I am engaged with him.</span>""<br/><br/>Disappointment could be seen in the eyes of Pau, but he was an understanding man. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Well, at least we have our time at University.</span>""<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">And that we most certainly do!</span>""<br/><br/>The bell of the Prince's carriage could be heard, and he said goodbye to his old friend as he headed for Andreu.<br/><br/>Prince Filipe did not know this, but the influence of industry in government was rapidly expanding. And this growth would only continue after Pau Porra replaced his father as the head of the Porra Family's rail empire.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><div style=""margin-left:75px; margin-right:75px; margin-bottom:5px; margin-top:5px""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><hr/><br/><span style=""color: #FFBF00""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Barcelona, Catalonia | June 25 1881 Anno Domini</span></span><br/><br/><hr/></blockquote></div></div><br/>For the Barcelonans, June the twenty fifth started like any other day. They awoke in the somewhat early hours of the morning to start a good days of hard and honest work. They would eat their morning meal and off to work most would go, or for the children they would head off to school. However, it was around eleven o'clock when the twenty fifth became an ordinary day.<br/><br/>Prince Filipe had arrived in Barcelona the night before, with both his wife and his Andreu. The trio toured the city, which was of course not new to them. However, there were new sights to see. Outside the Royal Assembly hundreds, possibly thousands, of Catalans gathered protesting the Pi i Margall Government. Their vicious chants, demanding the resignation of the ""Ministre del Pallasso"", or Clown Minister. Some in the crowd would occasionally shout ""Death to Pi i Margall! End the Liberals' tyranny!"" This somewhat worried Princess Catarina, who knew nothing of what was going to occur the following day, but Filipe and Andreu took no notice, and knew what events would soon consume the capital of the Dual Kingdom. Andreu was not only Filipe's lover, but his most trusted confidant. He consulted Andreu after Mr. Porra made his proposal and had continued to keep him updated on the plans. Much to his wife's dismay, she was currently barred from both her husband's politics and his bed, but no matter, as she would soon be caught in the center of a nation wide controversy.<br/><br/>The protesters that had gathered outside the Royal Assembly had been doing so since the announcement of Egypt's status as a protectorate of the North German Confederation. Their anger was not with the Germans, but rather the Liberals, who many believed had lied to them, and their King, in order to push their agenda in North Africa. This was one of the reasons the Christian Democrats began to flee the coalition government, combined with several generous donations from the Catalan industrialists. The city was a powder keg just waiting to burst, and Prince Filipe could see this. The Prince or Girona was not alone, however, as Prime MInister Pi i Margall was also quite observant. He knew he would never survive reelection, and had made no plans to seek it, but the Prime Minister never would have suspected what was going to march into the Royal Assembly on the twenty fifth of June.<br/><br/>As clocks around the city struck eleven o'clock and rung away, the Prince Filipe marched through the streets of the capital. Behind him followed 200 soldiers, armed and seemingly battle ready. Many Barcelonans had no idea what their future king was doing parading around the streets of the city with soldiers in toe, but many were pleased to see Prince Filipe. The royals enjoyed widespread popularity throughout their realm, and seldom took blame for anything , even their own mishaps. The Catalans trusted their monarchy, and the monarchy trusted the Catalans.<br/><br/>The Prince arrived outside the Royal Assembly building, were now clearly more than a thousand protesters had gathered. The crowd saw him and began to cheer. The police that were sent to contain them were even distracted, and the soldiers guarding the Royal Assembly did nothing to stop the Prince and the men that followed him, allowing the Prince to walk into the building unopposed.<br/><br/>The Royal Assembly was in session, it had just been announced the final Christian Democrat had defected from the coalition, leaving what remained vulnerable to the Conservatives and the rouge Christian Democrats who sided with them. The Minority, and now technically Majority, Speaker, a man by the name of Artur Mas i Gavarró, began shouting at the Prime Minister, demanding the dissolution of the Royal Assembly and instant emergency elections. The Prime Minister, who knew he would not survive the elections but could finish his term, refused to do so, and as a loud ruckus erupted from the Conservatives, the doors of the Chamber of Deputies burst open, and Prince Filipe strode in with his soldiers close behind.<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">What is the meaning of your visit, Prince Filipe! Can you not see the Chamber is now in session, and you are disrupting official government business. And why are there soldiers here? Remove yourselves at once!</span>""<br/><br/>The Prince simply laughed, and it was now his turn to speak. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Prime Minister, you are a disgrace to our nation. Do you know what our people call you? They call you the Ministre del Pallasso. Clearly you have failed to preform the job they trusted you to do, the same job my own family trusted you to do. And now, your coalition has collapsed, forcing the Liberals to take the minority spot they most certainly deserve. Your time as the Prime Minister of the Dual Kingdom has come to an end, and I must ask you to remove yourself from that podium, and from the Assembly, or else these men will do it for you.</span>""<br/><br/>The Prime Minister had now realized his time had come to an end, and in an unexpected twist grabbed his gavel and charged at the Prince, shouting ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Curse you, you homosexual bastard!</span>"". He charged swinging his gavel, and was quickly shot by one of the soldiers Prince Filipe had brought with him. He fell to the ground, and dropped his gavel. A pulse was taken, and he was pronounced dead.<br/><br/>Filipe then turned his attention to Artur. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Now, Mr. Mas i Gavarró. I believe you have a new position to fill, along with the task of forming a new government. Please do so promptly, I do not think our realm could survive these Liberal fools much longer.</span>""<br/><br/>Artur smiled and agreed, and the Prince then headed for the door. Before passing the corpse of the new dead former Prime Minister, Filipe kicked it and spat on it, and then made his way out of the Chamber of Deputies. He set off for his wife and Andreu, who were waiting for him nearby.<br/><br/>News of the coup and the death of the Prime Minister quickly spread throughout Catalonia, and managed to find its way to the other regions of the Dual Kingdom. The Liberal Party across the Dual Kingdom was outraged, but the royal and military support the Conservatives now had prevented them from doing much.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><div style=""margin-left:75px; margin-right:75px; margin-bottom:5px; margin-top:5px""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><hr/><br/><span style=""color: #FFBF00""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Benghazi, Sultanate of Egypt | June 27th 1881 Anno Domini</span></span><br/><br/><hr/></blockquote></div></div><br/>Word had arrived in the occupied city of Benghazi from Tripoli regarding the recent coup of the Liberals. The Conservative government had provided the occupying armies with a simple task: continuing occupation. It was made clear that withdrawal from the territories was not to be made until a channel was established with the Germans on the matter. The new government had intentions to try and take the occupied Cyrenaica region and relinquish their control over the Egyptian coastline, releasing the land to the Sultanate. With this in mind, the occupying armies were also told to begin preparations to formally establish the presence of the Dual Kingdom. Workers and supplies would arrive from Catalonia in order to start rebuilding the cities, starting with what remained of the old Egyptian military buildings. These workers and supplies were all payed for by the government, and were hired from one of the leading construction companies in Catalonia, whose owner just happened to be one of the Conservative backers.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><div style=""margin-left:75px; margin-right:75px; margin-bottom:5px; margin-top:5px""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/b/b6/Coat_of_Arms_of_Valencia_%28Spain%29.svg/200px-Coat_of_Arms_of_Valencia_%28Spain%29.svg.png""/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">TO THE NORTH GERMAN RELATIONS OFFICE</span></span><br/>From the Dual Kingdom's Relations Department.</div><hr/><br/>I write to you in order to inform you of the recent change in government within the Dual Kingdom. The Conservative Party, of which I am a member, is now running His Majesty's Government. <br/><br/>I will be attending the conference, along with the Assistant Minister of Foreign Relations, Joan Ortega i Alemany in the place of the old Foreign Minister and his assistant. <br/><br/>Signed, <br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Xavier Trias i Vidal de Llobatera</span>, Foreign Minister<br/><br/><hr/></blockquote></div><br/><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">POST SUMMARY:</span><br/><ul><li>The Dual Kingdom has begun the bombardment of the city of Rome</li><li>Prince Filipe meets with the Robber Barons to discuss a possible coup</li><li>The Prince marches on the Royal Assembly and ousts Prime Minister Pi i Margall, leading to the rise of the Conservatives</li><li>The Dual Kingdom will continue its occupation of the Egyptian territory it holds</li></ul>"
14344,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381&start=100,2015-01-07T18:09:00,Marsisian,- Reserved -
14345,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381&start=100,2015-01-07T19:09:00,Altito Asmoro,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.flyingcolours.org/uploads/product_imgs/3c654b5d07.png""/></div><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Republic of Gran Colombia<br/>June 15, 1881</span></div><br/>Arms industry of the Colombia is among the prized possession and industrial complex that is worth the shot. Many of its production have been exported, although it is just small arms, to various small countries and some microstates, as long as it's worth. In the meantime, to improve the arms industry, Colombia is currently seeking to import arms from other countries, as well as to improve the military's strength and to replace the outdated equipments. In the meantime, Colombia is seeking old ships from the foreign powers to replace its already-outdated ships, probably some ironclads will work. Same with the rifles, in order to replace the older rifles used for the trained citizens with a modern ones, albeit for only small portion of the trained ones. Francia is a candidate for the seeking of arms and ships. Roads and railways are among the most needed now and the construction of railway for the far flung areas are on the way.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Premier Ministre Felix Bault of Francia<br/>From: President Rafael Nunez of Gran Colombia<br/><br/>Greetings to you, Premier Ministre. Gran Colombia is a strong, yet we have an outdated military compared to our neighbors, and we are also in desperate need of military modernization, and thus, we are seeking of a stronger relationship with Francia. We are seeking the old ships of Francia and the rifles of Francia, and we will buy the old ships and weapons you have, as even your older ships are modern compared to our old ships.<br/><br/>We also would like to ask for your approval, as in to aid our army's experience, to request the military experts of Francia into Colombia to improve our army's experience and its tactics. We are enthusiastically await for your response.<br/><br/>Sincerely yours,<br/>President Rafael Nunez of Gran Colombia</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: President Dieter von Argentina of Argentina<br/>From: President Rafael Nunez of Gran Colombia<br/><br/>Greetings to you, President Dieter. It is come to my attention that Colombia and Argentina has a similar political and social conditions, despite coming from different background of colonial history. In order to strengthen the relations, I, President Rafael Nunez, personally invited the attendance of President of Argentina, Mr. Dieter von Argentina for a royal dinner to strengthen our relations and for the national interests of our nations.<br/><br/>Sincerely yours,<br/>President Rafael Nunez of Gran Colombia</blockquote><br/><br/>""Immediately prepare the royal dinner between me and Argentina's leader."" said Rafael to his secretary."
14346,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381&start=100,2015-01-08T01:45:00,Alleniana,"<span style=""font-style: italic"">Random Event</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Mariehamn, Finland<br/>25/6/1881</span><br/><br/>""Freedom! Åland is Swedish! Long live Scandinavia! Independence!""<br/><br/>It was relatively balmy for the islands that day, with the sun out, not much wind and the temperature well above freezing, and it seemed that its inhabitants had taken full advantage of it; they were out in force, protest placards and signs waving, with such slogans as ""Self-determination and franchise!"", ""Freedom for Åland,"" and even ""Finland is Scandinavian,"" everywhere. The flags of Åland, Sweden and Scandinavia waved, though with a few Finnish flags mixed in. The streets of the small town were crowded and noisy as they rarely were.<br/><br/>It was a peaceful demonstration, here, but one with intent and potential behind it. People found an outlet to express their views in the protest, perhaps egging each other on in a sort of gentle mob mentality. Indeed, what had once been an autonomy movement now favoured near full-union with Scandinavia for the whole of Finland, a strange position. At the very least, most wanted to join Scandinavia, owing to their Swedish language, and arguably, geography and culture. Most, truly, weren't part of the front that had organised the rally, but simply supported it in a show of true grassroots support.<br/><br/>Generally, despite how the movement had progressed, most had regarded it as a small, fringe group. Finland was a good country, and as decent as Scandinavia was too, change was never welcomed for the sake of it. When petitions and rumours of the protest had gone around, few had estimated it would be relevant to anyone, even as strategically important as the archipelago was to the Baltic and its trade. The turnout, though, had surprised everyone.<br/><br/>A crowd comprising most of Mariehamn, capital of the islands, in addition to many locals who had made the journey into the town for the event, was milling around. At first, there had been some Finnish counter-protests and local police and soldiers poking about and the like, but even if they had been ordered to go out and deal with it, they would have refused. The islands were small, and even strategic as they were, when most of it went up into arms (figuratively) the local force could do little but wait for reinforcements, if they hoped to disperse them. Now, the Finnish counter-protests were swept aside, and a mob, albeit a peaceful one spouting only slightly less peaceful logic, walked around with banners their weapons, fur coats their armour and buzzword phrases their war cries.<br/><br/>It had been going on for several hours now, and it was beginning to show signs of dispersing. Even so, though, it was huge, perhaps the biggest thing the archipelago had seen in a long time. It had paralysed the island capital at least for this day, and might even carry on further. Many were leaving but more stayed, still marching and chanting. At the end of the day, they might go home, but their petitions and votes would still be heard, voices still calling out across the sea. Their flags, and perhaps their guns, would still stay in their houses and their tongues would still speak Swedish. Granted, many of them were not particularly extreme in their support, but support it was, something the Scandinavian government was unlikely to ignore, particularly with the petitions they'd sent those few days. The Finnish government, it seemed, had not yet reacted, neither the Scandinavian, but when they did, it could surely not be a small reaction to such an action that now gave new meaning to the trans-Baltic dispute.<br/><br/>The temperature began to look as if it might drop below the freezing point while the sun began to lower too, and a slight breeze picked up. A good portion of the protesters had begun wandering their way home, perhaps for dinner or to tend to children or animals. Many, though, still exercising their political rights, stood out in the cold, lighting cooking fires, singing songs and settling down to at least make Mariehamn famous for the rest of the day. Some began to even heard of the news of similar events in Turku and other parts of the archipelago, inspired by them. It was a warming feeling that helped against the cold.<br/><br/>Though they dispersed that night, they did, indeed, if not violently, want to join their linguistic and cultural brothers in Scandinavian Sweden; at the very least, they were willing to spend a day in town to try and get their goals achieved even if it got cold near the end. With encouragement, they might even extend their operations. For now, they had spoken though, and that was enough. How they would do what they wanted, and whether it could be successful, was on everyone's minds, but for now, ideas only sprouted, even in organisers' minds. Those ideas, too, would only await validation by state actors, distant and yet so influential. Before long, nearly everyone was asleep, only a few dreaming of the protests that day."
14347,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381&start=100,2015-01-08T08:54:00,Liecthenbourg,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://s30.postimg.org/tbaomw9y9/Flag_of_Quebec.jpg""/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #000080"">Les Etats-Unis de Nouvelle France<br/>Ville de Quebec, Quebec</span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Chapter 4: The War that Shook the West.<br/>27th of June, 1881 AD</span></span></div><br/><hr/><br/><br/>""And, how goes the war, sirs?"" asked Minister Abraham Tremblay, as he strode rather defiantly towards his seat in the chambers. The other ministers, in their suits of black, turned to the newcomer but nothing was said. Tremblay was a minister from L'Ohio and had been a vocal opponent of the war as it being unnecessary. Funnily enough, three of his five children were male and had taken up a military life so his family had too been in conflict about the whole ordeal as well.<br/><br/>""The war? This isn't a war, Mr Tremblay."" replied Dupont from atop his higher podium at the far end of the room. This too earned many glances from the many individuals, many adjusting their spectacles and monocles or just squinting at either of the individuals.<br/><br/>""How so?""<br/><br/>Dupont stood up, his elderly legs shaking ever so slightly as he placed both of his gloved hands upon his oaken desk, leaning forward. ""1775, the Nouvelle Francais rebellion - that was a war, men dying for a cause they believed in, Mr Tremblay. But one of your calibre wouldn't know of such an event, considering your forefathers were Royalists whom fled from France after they realised that the King was going to lose a lot more than his office.""<br/><br/>Tremblay stopped in his tracks, holding his cane in the crook of his left arm as his right hand brought down his top-hat and he held it upon his chest. ""Clearly, you must know of how your forefathers fought for the freedom of this country as if you were there. I am not ashamed of my forefather's allegiances, but what of yours, Mr Dupont?""<br/><br/>""3rd Quebec Rifles, Battle of Trois Rivieres, St Denis and Nouvelle Marseilles. 8th Republican Cuirassiers, Battle of St Lawrence River, Battle of Louis' Hill, Battle of the Many Tears."" quipped back the Prime Minister. ""I wear my heritage like a suit of mail, Mr Tremblay. For the sacrifices my family put into this country, I am not afraid to state what they partook in in these wars. This California scuffle, however, is not a war. A few dead men and a few cities bombarded does not make a war.""<br/><br/>Tremblay pulled back his chair and sat down comfortably, turning his head back to the Prime Minister for one final remark. ""For all your love of this country, Sir, you seem to have been very quick to allow our youth, our people to march off across a plain that separated two oceans, for your own ends and means.""<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #000080"">Whatever-Seattle-is-called, California </span></span></span></div><br/><hr/><br/><br/>Etionnontarehronnons, commonly referred to by his peers as ""Eti"", drank his ration of water with much gladness and content, before the table he had his comrades where sitting at shook and trembled, causing one of them to almost spill his beverage. The guns caused this, as they had learnt at the beginning of the siege many-a week ago. The sheer ferocity and firepower all concentrated on one area, and by and large from one area, was enough to make portions of the canp quake and tremble under their might. Some would panic at this, but the hardened veterans of the Huron regiment merely called it relaxation before bed. They would chuckle when looking at the confused faces of their fellow soldiers, before informing them of the jest.<br/><br/>The Huron Regiment was always revered by their fellow soldiers, generally they always formed the vanguard of the Nouvelle Francais' armies - the first ones into any fray. Generally, they were always last to leave and if such an occasion was a tactical withdraw, they would harass the enemy as they retreated, taking their guerilla warfare-esque roots very seriously. Many held rifles and used them with superb accuracy and they personally discarded the bright uniforms generally offered to them and instead used more terrain friendly clothing, murky browns and grass greens and even some khaki.<br/><br/>Despite the prowess of his forces at hand, General Baie did what he always did - as following his own doctrine. He would pound the enemy into submission from his position, with general cavalry sweeps of the surrounding area to watch out for incursions and to cut down expeditionary forces seeking to perform a sortie. Gatling guns and other such weaponry also adorned the army here and there, with many of them being stationed near the great pounding guns to deter any foes, which had seemed to be successful. For now."
14348,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381&start=100,2015-01-08T14:24:00,Auchterland,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/gqtDcHK.png""/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Kingdom of Tuscany-Lombardy</span></span><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Chapter Two: The crown decides</span></span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Florence, The Kingdom of Tuscany-Lombardy.<br/>June 15th, 1881.</span></span><br/><br/>As the conflict between the Dual Kingdom of Catalonia and Naples and the Kingdom of Rome commenced, the leadership of Tuscany-Lombardy saw itself pressured to make a move. The romans made them an offer to join a confederation to fight for the reunification of Italy - something that they knew would not be good for themselves. First of all, the Kingdom of Rome was the smallest power in all of the italian peninsula - joining them would mean being crushed by the surrounding giants. Then, if they ever managed to achieve this goal, it was obvious that Napoleon III would seize the crown of Italy for himself and put Tuscany-Lombardy into submission. Lorenzo saw the letter as nearly a joke. Declining this offer, however, would probably invoke the romans' wrath upon them - thus, supporting the Dual Kingdom in its invasion of Rome could not only lead to a growth in relations with them, but also help them crush this threat with minor effort. Once the decision had been taken, the government put them into action.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/WQPkoGg.png""/></div><br/><br/>TO: The Kingdom of Rome<br/>FROM: The Kingdom of Tuscany-Lombardy<br/><hr/><br/><br/>Greetings. As we worry about the safety of our own people, we see ourselves forced to decline your offer to join this Italian Confederation, as we acknowledge that this act would offend the Dual Kingdom of Catalonia and Naples and other of our neighbouring nations, with which we have already established good relations, and would plunge our nation into an unnecessary war. We hope you respect this choice of ours. The main duty of our government is to provide the best conditions to our people and we will do anything to ensure it shall be fulfilled.<br/><br/>On behald of His Majesty,<br/>Lorenzo III de' Medici, King of Tuscany-Lombardy.</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/WQPkoGg.png""/></div><br/><br/>TO: The Dual Kingdom of Catalonia and Naples<br/>FROM: The Kingdom of Tuscany-Lombardy<br/><hr/><br/><br/>Greetings. As we acknowledge the threat that this rebel Kingdom of Rome poses to the established order in the italian peninsula, and the long-standing friendship between our nations, we would like to extend a hand in your direction and aid you in the fight against this foe. For this reason, we shall be supplying your troops with the needed ammunitions, medicine and food. Our strategists have decided that it would be best if this was done in secrecy. We shall also allow those of our citizens who wish to fight to join your lines. We understand that victory has a price, and this may be hard to accomplish, but even then, we ask that you preserve civillian life in Rome if possible, since they are still our brethren, even though some were misguided by the honeyed words of a tyrant. May God help us in bringing this aggressor to justice.<br/><br/>On behalf of His Majesty,<br/>Lorenzo III de' Medici, King of Tuscany-Lombardy.</blockquote><br/><br/>(WIP)"
14349,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381&start=100,2015-01-11T09:54:00,The Holy Dominion of Inesea,#Nestor
14350,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381&start=100,2015-01-11T10:41:00,Valentir,Reserved
14351,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381&start=100,2015-01-12T19:28:00,The Kingdom of Glitter,"<div align=""center""><div style=""margin-left:75px; margin-right:75px; margin-bottom:5px; margin-top:5px""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><hr/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/QWIb209.png""/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">The Dual Kingdom of Catalonia and Naples</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 130%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #BF0000"">El Dual Regne de Catalunya i Nàpols</span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #FFBF00"">Into the Heart of Darkness</span></span><br/><span style=""color: #FFBF00""><span style=""font-style: italic""><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dakar"" rel=""nofollow"">Sant Jordi</a></span>, <span style=""color: #FFBF00"">Cap-Verd | July 2nd 1881 Anno Domini</span></span><br/><br/><hr/></blockquote></div></div><br/><br/>As part of the newly formed Conservative Government's agenda, expanding the Dual Kingdom was one of their utmost priorities. Economic expansion was at the heart of the government's agenda, and a commission had been formed to plan this expansion. It was decided that expanding the Dual Kingdom's claims in West Africa was a must, and an expedition of military vessels, soldiers, explorers, and missionaries arrived at the mouth of the Senegal River. They landed and established<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Saint-Louis,_Senegal"" rel=""nofollow"">Sant Filipe</a>, named after the Prince of Girona himself. The first things constructed were a fort for the garrison of Catalan soldiers and a Catholic mission, of which would be used to convert the local populace to the one true faith. Over time the Catalan settlement continued to expand, while several frigates from the Royal Navy sailed down the Senegal River and claimed more land in the name of the Crown. Expeditions of explorers also began to scout out the surrounding area, claiming more land in the name of the Catalan Crown. Encounters with the natives were also made, most of which had initially resulted in cordial meetings. As this went down the Senegal, two frigates from the Royal Navy also sailed down the Gambia River, claiming the river's shores in the name of their monarch.<br/><br/>Prince Filipe had granted a charter for the new territory, and the Royal Senegal Charter was established. An agreement was struck in which the government would provide military protection as well as provide the charter with basic infrastructure, namely roads and canals. The charter planned on planting cotton near the newly founded settlement of Sant Filipe, as well as harvesting the local peanut crop and extracting the gum arabic the region was rich in, along with the sugar the northern region of the colony was rich in. The charter would also begin a policy of forced labor, and would provide laborers to both itself and any other organization or institution of which wanted to acquire forced laborers for a fair price. As a brutal colonial policy would fall upon the newly established colony, some natives were sparred. All citizens of the city of Sant Jordi, regardless of race or creed would be recognized as citizens of the Dual Kingdom, isolating them from those throughout the rest of Senegal.<br/><br/>Some of the native kingdoms saw it fit to maintain cordial relations with the Crown, and thus were incorporated into the colony as protectorates and would receive substantial autonomy in exchange for their cooperation. However, several refused and resisted the Catalans, resulting in the battle of Battle of Logandème, between the forces of the Dual Kingdom and King Maad a Sinig Sanmoon Faye Joof, of the Kingdom of Sine and his supporters. The two met on the field of battle, and the King of Sine charged at the Catalan forces, hoping to penetrate the line. The attack proved disastrous, and the natives quickly went on the retreat. The king returned with his cavalry, only to be defeated once more. It was estimated by the Viceroy of Sant Jordi, Alfons Toset i Vivas, that over 200 Sine men had been killed, while only five Catalan soldiers were wounded. The battle saw the defeat of the Kingdom of Sine, along with the Kingdom of Saloum. The Kingdom of Waalo fought on the side of the Dual Kingdom, after aligning itself with the Crown rather than fighting a futile war of resistance. Immediately following the battle Fatick, one of the most important principalities in the Sine Kingdom, and the surrounding villages were torched by the Catalans, resulting in the death and displacement of thousands of Sines. Viceroy Toset i Vivas then forced the Sine king to sign a treaty, in which guaranteeing freedom of Catalan commerce, allowing the Catalan a monopoly of trade, giving the Royal Senegal Charter the right to buy land and build in masonry, the taxes paid to Sine would only be a 1 percent export duty and Catalan subjects were to be tried in Catalan courts. The treaty also made King Maad a Sinig Sanmoon Faye Joof an effective puppet of the Catalans. The coastal holdings of the Sines would also be transferred directly to Catalan hands, namely the city of Joal. This helped to further the dominance of the Dual Kingdom in the region, and would allow them to maintain control of trade.<br/><br/>WIP Letter<br/><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Post Summary:</span><br/><ul><li>The Catalans have sailed down the Gambia and Senegal Rivers, claiming the land in the name of the Crown</li><li>After forming several treaties with native kingdoms, both by peaceful and militaristic means, the Dual Kingdom has absorbed all of the native kingdoms as protectorates.</li><li><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i.imgur.com/LwInLMQ.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Map of the Dual Kingdom's claims in West Africa</a></li></ul>"
14352,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381&start=100,2015-01-12T19:56:00,Neo-Assyrian Empire,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/zTTKK06.png""/><br/><span style=""color: #0040BF""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 175%; line-height: 116%;"">The Republic of Francia</span><br/><span style=""font-size: 125%; line-height: 116%;"">Chapter Cinq: À l'Afrique, Nous Allons! (Deuxième Partie)</span></span></span></div><hr/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Alger, République de Francia<br/>Juillet 7<sup>me</sup>, 1881</span><br/><br/>To Be Added<br/>- Frankish expansion into Algeria<br/>- Frankish expansion into Algeria<br/>- Algeria being invaded by Francia<br/>- Frankish expansion into Algeria"
14353,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381&start=100,2015-01-13T16:30:00,Forty Twoania,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/qVLbgpM.png?1""/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">The Hellenic Republic</span></span><br/>July 8th, 1881</div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Constantinople</span><br/>The workers of the factories were in an uneasy confrontation with their employers. The workers demanded fair wages and safer working conditions. Red banners that hung from the balconies, fluttered in the wind showing the socialist support of the protests. The Socialist party was not very popular in the rest of Greece, the country side preferred to stick with the ultra-conservatives while Athens, Thessaloniki and other large cities were strongly in the hands of the liberals. Constantinople was the exception, a hub for radicalism and political outsiders. People from across the Balkans would come to Constantinople simply to argue their political thoughts in street side cafes. The textile workers union new this and decided to use a large city wide protest to force change down the throats of the factory owners. However, it was sheer coincidence that the union happened to choose a day in which the events in Athens had already put Constantinople's elite in a good mood thinking that higher profits were within reach. An agreement was signed and both parties went home happy for two completely different reasons.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Athens</span><br/>A coalition of businessmen from across Greece meet at parliament. They were stressed from the crisis in Egypt unlike the Church which was still gloating upon its success in motivating the Republic toward intervention in Damietta. Egypt had pointed out a deep flaw in the Greek Economy, its dependence on foreign raw materials. Before the Crisis, Egypt was Greece's main importer of cotton and wool, two commodities essential to the industrializing Greek Economy. The Crisis interrupted the cotton trade forcing Greece to import from sources farther away such as India which asked significantly higher price and did not share the trade agreements with Greece as did Egypt. The Crisis lead many Industrialists to believe in the need of Greece to obtain its own sources of raw materials in order to feed it's growing textile industry. Greece could no longer fully depend on foreign imports. But how would Greece be able to break its dependence? Was a question that plagued many in Greece's Capitalist Class. As they began getting together and talking many idea's came forth. Some proposed investing in Cotton production in Cyprus, which was not only already part Greece but had an ideal climate, however it was only an island and was therefore limited by size. One fool even proposed challenging the Germans and establishing a Coptic state in Egypt that could later be annexed into Greece proper, thankfully this outlandish proposal was thrown out the window along with the proposer before it got too far. Finally their seemed to be an idea that could work. Africa! As technology progressed in Europe, the exploration of the Dark Continent was already being disused by many across the continent, maybe Greece could share some of the spoils. The lands of Somalia should great promise with rumors of fertile soil for cotton and plentiful fields for grazing sheep, grabbing the interest of many businessmen in the room. The Suez canal made Somalia reasonably close to Greece. Most importantly, however, the great Coptic Empire of Ethiopia, which was on good terms with Greece due to a similar faith and the Greek declaration of support of the Coptics of Egypt, held a strong presence in the region. Ethiopia could not only provide aid to the future Greek Colonies, reducing the price of transporting essential goods back and forth continuously, but could also provide some military support in helping Greece deal with any restless inhabitants of the region. The group of business men backing this idea presented their case to the Greek Government and received little resistance from parliament, only the socialists were a bit uneasy about the plan, and so the plan went forth.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Djibouti</span><br/>Under the name of the Hellenic Geographic Society, a Greek expedition arrived in Africa escorted by two Cruisers, among them were various diplomats interested in establishing ties with the Sultanate of Aussa in order to pave the way for a stronger Greek influence in the region. An offer of friendship was extend towards the Sultanate in return for allowing Greece to economically develop the area. The Expedition was then to travel inland to the reclusive Ethiopian Empire in order to secure their support for Greek intentions in Somalia.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-size: 125%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Treaty between the Hellenic Republic and the Sultanate of Aussa</span></span><br/>July 28th, 1881</div><br/><hr/><br/>-The Hellenic Republic insures the protection of the Sultanate of Aussa against any threats it may face.<br/>-The Hellenic Republic promises to pay the Sultan a yearly tribute, in return the Sultan cedes control of certain area's of the Sultanate of Aussa's economy to The Hellenic Republic.<br/>-The Hellenic Republic purchases the coastal Djibouti Region on the Gulf of Tadjoura from the Sultanate of Aussa. The rights of all Muslims living in the region are to be guaranteed by the Hellenic Republic<br/>-Greek Companies that are given permission by the Greek Government are allowed to purchase and develop resources in the Sultanate of Aussa in return for paying a reasonable tax to the sultan.<br/>-The use of local labor by the Hellenic Republic and Greek Companies in order to develop the region is permitted so long as Islamic holy days are respected and a fair payment is given to the Sultan</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.e-a.gr/axaiaimages/ethno_F11168.png;jsessionid=D864166B1FA69EEC130875C6BA0A7509""/></div><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">To: The Empire of Ethiopia</span><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Brothers of the Faith, the Hellenic Republic has long admired the triumphs of Ethiopia against the pagans that encircle the glorious African Kingdom and the Government of the Hellenic Republic believes it is only natural to offer Ethiopia a hand of friendship. The Hellenic Republic is interested in establish a stronger presence in Africa and a mutually beneficial trading relation with Ethiopia that would not only be profitable but would also allow Ethiopia to break free of its traditional encirclement by pagans.</span><br/><br/>Signed,<br/>Prime Minister of the Hellenic Republic<br/>Konstantinos Ciriaco</blockquote>"
14354,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381&start=100,2015-01-15T21:11:00,The Grand Republic of Hannover,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/UyiuUBv.png""/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #008000""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Empire of Brazil</span></span></span><br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TUDI6QFrSlk"" rel=""nofollow"">Theme</a></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Rivière de Janvier:</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Oyez! Oyez!</span><br/><br/>The government kept receiving very encouraging letters from around the world congratulating Brazil for its historic move. Now was the turn for a Latin American nation. The government of Chile has not only praised the move by the King but also understood how politically divisive the reform could prove to be within the country - something Pierre II appreciated. He wasted no time to send a letter to Chile, a nation that could become an important trade partner to Brazil.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Letter to Chile""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/1/1b/Coat_of_arms_of_the_Empire_of_Brazil.svg/391px-Coat_of_arms_of_the_Empire_of_Brazil.svg.png""/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Lettre Officielle de l'Empire du Brésil</span><br/>Office of the King</div><br/><hr/><br/>Respectable King Jorge II, Ruler of Chile <br/><br/>I greatly appreciate your thoughtfulness when writing this letter. The Brazilian people is thankful for encouraging words from Chile. The history of Chile is a great one that taught us a very important lesson in slavery. I would like to take advantage of this opportunity to increase the economic ties between our nations and to improve our diplomatic relations. I was hoping to send a delegate of my government to your beautiful capital city of Santiago in order to discuss these topics.<br/><br/>Cordially,<br/><br/>Pierre II<br/>King of Brazil</blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/>The ongoing war in North America gave the opportunity to Brazil to do a number of things. First, Brazil could help its brother in need in that war. Second, the Brazilian army could gain much needed experience in a battlefield that is seeing far more advanced tactics than the ones used by Brazil. And third, it could open a window of opportunity for Brazil to play a greater role in the continent. Recognizing the benefits, Pierre II sent a letter to the leader of Nouvelle France.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Letter to Nouvelle France""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/1/1b/Coat_of_arms_of_the_Empire_of_Brazil.svg/391px-Coat_of_arms_of_the_Empire_of_Brazil.svg.png""/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Lettre Officielle de l'Empire du Brésil</span><br/>Office of the King</div><br/><hr/><br/>Honorable President Jean-Baptiste Leclerc and Prime Minister Frederic Dupont,<br/><br/>To me it is a great honor to write to our sister nation, Nouvelle France. As always, the Brazilian people remains most supportive of your nation and of the French community in the world. I hope this letter finds you well as the current times are anything but bright. With this letter, I want to let your people know that Brazil stands by your side in the war against California - May God bless your righteous cause with all His Mighty. <br/><br/>I would like to ask for your approval of a Brazilian expeditionary force that aids your army in the battlefield. We hope to help you in your cause while at the same time acquire valuable experience in the battlefield. This experience would help to innovate Brazil's armed forces in order to better prepare them for an eventual invasion of Argentina. <br/><br/>Lastly, I am writing this letter with the goal of further strengthening our economic and financial ties in order to unlock more potential growth for our economies. My hope is to sign an investment agreement on the agricultural and construction sectors with the aim of developing the rural areas of our countries. I wish this agreement can develop into something greater in the near future<br/><br/>I enthusiastically await for your response.<br/><br/>Your friend,<br/><br/>Pierre II<br/>King of Brazil</blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/>With the letters sent, Pierre II then focused on a pending issue in the Brazilian economy - infrastructure. It was quite evident that the modernization of the infrastructure of the country would take years but if the government did not start one day it will never accomplish its goal. The King wanted to kick start an infrastructure program that would give maintenance and expand the rail lines of the country. Considering the size of the nation, the project would have to be tackle in segments. The government decided that the first projects should be focused on the southern regions of the country (St. Bernard de Clairvaux [Sao Paulo], etc) and the construction of a line that connects Compiègne (Manaus) with the country's existing rail system. The hope was that with such line, the western regions of Brazil would finally have part of the access needed to unlock their economic potential.<br/><br/>Yet, due to the large size of the project, the Brazilian government could not finance alone the construction of the entire new rail system. The country would need to seek investments from countries such as Francia, Germany, the Commonwealth, Nouvelle France, and Portugal, among others. The government studied the possibility of starting public-private projects as well as fully private projects to kick-start a golden age in infrastructure.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://imgc.allpostersimages.com/images/P-473-488-90/74/7406/L4MP100Z/posters/uruguay-montevideo-19th-century-18th-of-july-street-engraved-by-l-urgelles-published-in-the.jpg""/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #0040FF""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">New Lorraine: The Crisis of the Continent</span></span></span><br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NzzGWfPI2YU"" rel=""nofollow"">Theme</a></div><br/><br/>Pierre II knew that Argentina's indifference was his opportunity to further assert Brazilian dominance over New Lorraine. The Brazilian Generals began to plan for a response to a possible invasion from Argentina - To them it was utterly foolish not to think that Argentina was planning an invasion of Brazil. If they suddenly start a rapid invasion, the enemy forces could be at the doorstep of Rivière de Janvier in a matter of two months. Following the King's order to move swiftly and decisively, the Brazilian navy sent a fleet of 4 ships a few miles away from the coast of New Lorraine's capital city. Additionally, the Brazilian Army sent 5,000 troops to Borloo (<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brazilian_Island"" rel=""nofollow"">Brazilian Island</a>) - a strategic island in the middle of Argentina, New Lorraine and Brazil. Another 5,000 troops were sent to<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chu%C3%AD"" rel=""nofollow"">Chuí</a>- a town of mixed cultures lying on the border with New Lorraine.<br/><br/>While visiting the city of Cambadélis (<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Salvador,_Bahia"" rel=""nofollow"">Salvador</a>), King Pierre II once again asserted his position on New Lorraine. In a speech in the main plaza of the city, he said, ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">My dear people. We confront one of the greatest challenges of our time. A growing, rising Argentina threatens our very own basic existence. That wicked government to the south of us has not only diligently worked to keep New Lorraine divided from the rest of our country but by doing so is also placing a great danger in front of us. New Lorraine is rich in its agricultural blessings. It has soy, it has wheat, it has livestock. Argentina, which already has a massive output on these products, wants to further monopolize the market in order to gain influence in the region. By controlling most of the very same food supply of the region, Argentina will be able to swing the prices of these basic products to human existence, in order to damage own agricultural sector, take it out of business and make us more dependent on that wicked government. <br/><br/>Let it be known that Brazil will not stand by to see such thing happen. We will not permit that Argentina slaves the continent through suck wicked, dirty, and inhumane matters! Every bullet will be responded with a bullet. Every bomb with a bomb. And a every death with five. Long live Brazil!</span>""<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 1%; line-height: 116%;"">818 - Tracking purposes</span>"
14355,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381&start=100,2015-01-15T22:47:00,Relikai,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Republic of Argentina</span></span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Dawn of a New Era</span></span></div><br/>Dieter von Argentina, the wise and charismatic visionary of Argentina, sat at the seat of the high chair overlooking the halls of the senate. Most of the ministries have delivered their reports, and have returned to their respective halls to draw up the aims of the week, goals for the months and plans for the year. Bastian Hossien, the Foreign Minister, has just delivered a report of antagonistic Brazilian activity along the border of New Lorraine, attempting to influence the noble Deutsche nation with the propaganda of the snivelling French.<br/><br/>""Minister Hossien, we shall remain indifferent. The<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Deutsche Lichtschutz</span>stationed at Fort Beschützer shall remain the primary expeditionary force into allied Deutsche territory should the Brazilians aim to take the country by force. Ensure that the Regiments are alert and nearby, that they might reinforce New Lorraine within 2 days of hard marching.""<br/><br/>""Sir, I also bring a letter from Gran Colombia's President, President Rafael Nunez.""<br/><br/>Reading the letter, Dieter responded to the Foreign Minister.<br/><br/>""I should not miss an opportunity to meet a northern neighbour. Write up letters of diplomatic travel for my entourage, we shall travel by the fastest frigate. I require no soldiers, the marines would do for a military escort throughout this travel... I shall reply first, and leave by the next week. Also, prepare our fast ships for diplomatic dispatches.""<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: President Rafael Nunez of Gran Colombia<br/>From: President Dieter von Argentina of Argentina<br/><br/>Best greetings to you, President Nunez of Gran Colombia. It is of the highest honour that I accept your invitation to visit your marvellous nation. Indeed our aims are similar, and there is no greater way to expedite progress than having a partner by each other's side. I shall arrive by steamship in a month, and look forward to be graced by your presence.<br/><br/>Sincerely yours,<br/>President Dieter von Argentina of Argentina</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Lord Protector Archibald Primrose<br/>From: President Dieter von Argentina of Argentina<br/><br/>Best greetings to you, Lord Protector Archibald Primrose of the Great Commonwealth. The Republic of Argentina would like to seek trade and business partnership with your great and mighty nation. We have come far after overthrowing the yoke of Prussian oppression, and now seek allies from Europe. We seek partnership and alliances, as well as to import arms for the modernisation of our Army. In return we can first promise that the islands off Argentina will be protected to the best of the Argentinian Navy, that they will remain under your sovereignty as much as I will it.<br/><br/>Sincerely yours,<br/>President Dieter von Argentina of Argentina</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Prime Minister João Chagas<br/>From: President Dieter von Argentina of Argentina<br/><br/>Best greetings to you, Prime Minister João Chagas. The Republic of Argentina would like to seek trade and business partnership with your great and mighty nation. We have come far after overthrowing the yoke of Prussian oppression, and now seek allies from Europe. We seek partnership and alliances, as well as to import arms for the modernisation of our Army. In return we can first promise that investors and traders coming to our nation shall be charged with a much lower tariffs and goods being exported to your nation be charged at a much lower price. We can also offer precious goods as gift to cement new relations among our nations.<br/><br/>Sincerely yours,<br/>President Dieter von Argentina of Argentina</blockquote><br/><br/><br/>""Theres that. Commission the Republican Ship and prepare the crew. I know we have just concluded the monthly checks, but we have a week to ensure it is in its best conditions for the race north.""<br/><br/>While the discussion was going on with Dieter and the Bastian, other ministers are in their Ministry Halls pondering over plans and reports. Roads are to be improved for much easier and faster transportation inter-hub, and five new settlements are planned for expansion into minor towns for further exploitation of their resources. Infrastructure-wise Argentina benefited greatly from plans and quality of German engineering, and the descendants are determined to one-up those who they managed to overthrow.<br/><br/>Agricultural improvements are also being put into place, as well as the most important factor - Education. Reverse engineering German technology has yielded an abundance of knowledge and is being taught in academies and laboratories around the country.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Deutsch Pride, Deutsch People, Deutsch Unity</span></div></span><br/><br/>One thing that the<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Deutsche Lichtschutz</span>could do when stationed at<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Fort Beschützer</span>, is to don civilian clothing and cross the border to interact with fellow Germans who also overthrew the yoke of German oppression. Fellow soldiers interacting, of the common tongue, common culture and with a common enemy. The only thing that the Argentinians and Lorrainians have to thank the French, is for them to lose a war in order for the two countries to win independence. Talk of common ground, common subjects and keeping an eye on a common enemy is the forte of the troops when they spend their pay at the local bars. Even the drinks are German, for only German drink is strong enough.<br/><br/>""You heard of the Brazilians, they who would like to spread lies and nonsense to break our unity?"" A Lichtschutz sergeant complained to the fellow patrons at a coaching house.<br/>""Tour? What tour... the only tour I'd like to have, is my prussian rifle up Bonnie's Arse!"" He yelled to great laughter among the crowd. Being a professional soldier of the Deutsche Lichtschutz, who the Argentinian Leadership has pledged are the ones who will guarantee New Lorraine's independence, the respect from the common man has already been established. Now through friendly interactions and playing on the common issue - Irritation at an intrusive culture, New Lorraine shall never lose its pride as being a German people who defeated a German overlord."
14356,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381&start=100,2015-01-19T19:58:00,Baja California y Sonora,"<div align=""Center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/jAQNwHA.png?3""/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #000040""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Tsarizm Alyaski</span> </span></span></div><br/><hr/><br/><br/><div style=""margin-left:75px; margin-right:75px; margin-bottom:5px; margin-top:5px"">By mid June the Alaskan Capital felt the chilly winds of the Arctic hug the faces of the wooden buildings. Citizens of the city were aware of their short summers, yet continued on with life as if nothing had changed. Baranovaichka was renowned for nothing more than being a sloppy copy of St. Petersburg and being the home of the Royals. It was at the peak of Konstantine's I reign when the capital was moved from Novo-Arkhangelsk to an empty patch of land where resources where abundant. There Konstantine attempted to create a city at his image, the way Peter did in Russia. Instead what arose where budget constraints, poor planning and a half-done job that resembled a finer frontier town. Regardless of the city's construction problems, the Tsar forced Alaska's nobles to move to Baranovaichka and soon following where fishermen, hunters, woodsmen and the prospect seekers. Within years, the small town became Alaska's very own metropolis, home of factories, diplomats and scholars. The wind continued to blow across the busy main street, mountains by the sea, and a palace equivalent to the one in Moscow overlooked the growing city, the Tsar overlooked his country.<div style=""float: right;""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/5/5f/Bird%27s-eye_View_of_Seattle%2C_Washington_Territory.jpg/198px-Bird%27s-eye_View_of_Seattle%2C_Washington_Territory.jpg""/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Bird's eye view of Baranovaichka</span></div></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Three Saint's Palace, Baranovaichka</span><br/><br/><div style=""margin-left:75px; margin-right:75px; margin-bottom:5px; margin-top:5px"">The Tsar looked out his office's window. His window overlooked the palace's garden, which at this time of year there was not much to look at. With a deep sigh he spun around to his desk which he glanced at for a few seconds, his desk was a well built pine structure, imported all the way from Moscow, it too fit the dark green room nicely. Running his fingers across the smooth surface of his desk; the Tsar retreated back to his desk and pulled out a pen- before hearing a knock on his door. ""Enter"", inside came rushing a little man in his forties, balding and redfaced due to long term exposure to the Alaskan cold. Vladimir entered the room and comfortably sat in one of the fine chairs that matched the desk and across from Ivan. Valdimir was an intimate of Ivan, he had known him as a child, when he served under his father- a loyal and hardworking man he is, choosing to leave the comfort of Baranovaichka to serve in the borderlands. ""Ah Vladimir! What brings you to Baranovaichka?"" exclaimed the Tsar cheerfully. The voice of Vladimir was not as cheerful however, it had the sound of an angry man and the aftertaste of bitterness "" My lord, I come with the most direst news. A Colonial German newspaper has reached to us. It states of their westward expansion into the Great Wilderness. Sir, I have served in the borders for twelve years now; we have done little to expand, very few Alaskans cross the mountains; I believe it is time to act."" ""Yes, but what do you want me to do about it? I can't force Alaskans to settle those barren lands, for all I care the Germans can have that wasteland. It offers us nothing more than just a hassle!"" Taking a deep breath and lowering his voice Vladimir responded. "" There is gold in the rivers of that so called wasteland. About 5 weeks ago, I and a few other soldiers went on an expedition to explore the land past our border. We continued eastward charting our surroundings, when we came across an uncharted river. As darkness was falling we decided to set camp by the river and continue our path the next day. However in the early morning of the next day, I was the first to awaken, I decided to get some water from the river and as I leaned in close to the water I see that the rocks underneath the water shined. I soon realized that what I was looking at was gold! I collected a few samples and ordered the expedition back, I came here as soon as possible."" Soon afterwards Vladimir pulled out a small bag out of his satchel. He poured the contents on the Tsars desk, it was gold.<br/><br/>""Gold? Why we've struck gold! We can make a fortune out of this! We can attract investors, immigrants- How much is there?"" <br/>""I wouldn't be able to tell you, however I do know that we must keep this a secret for the time being. Spreading the news of gold in no mans land will only cause for unwanted attention. We must first assert our claims to those areas, settle them! Station Alaskan troops there!"" Vladimir's excitement had infected the Tsar. ""Show me maps of the area, tell me everything you know about the area! Is there natives? Pulling out maps and notes he had taken and handed them to the Tsar who glared at them- Vladimir responded ""Yes there are natives, plenty too. They are very disunited though, the ones near our controlled land are fairly friendly to us, though not much can be said about another tribe further eastward. They are very primitive no match for us, though they do pose as a threat to our expansion plans."" <br/>""How about the Germans?"" <br/>""They are far from us, no threat as of now-though we cannot underestimate them.""</div><br/><br/>...<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Royal Decree of the Tsardom""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/jAQNwHA.png?3""/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #000040"">Korolevskiy ukaz ot tsarizma Alyaski</span></span><br/>Royal Decree of the Tsardom of Alaska</span></div><br/><br/><div style=""float: right;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""> [Date], 1881</span></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin-left:75px; margin-right:75px; margin-bottom:5px; margin-top:5px"">As of this of this date, [Date], 1881; I the Tsar of Alaska officially opens the lands east of the frontier town Peterosoki to any settlers, Alaskan or foreign. This mandate will be known as the Land Settlement Act and will be in effect as of now to November 18th, 1889.<br/><br/>1. All land east of Peterosoki is officially open for Alaskan settlement.<br/>2. Land will be sold for one ruble an acre.<br/>3. All land east of Peterosoki that is purchased is officially claimed as Alaskan.<br/>4. Settlers will be given a small pension to develop purchased lands.<br/>5. Foreigners attempting to purchase land must become citizens of the Tsardom. <br/>6. Any Royal laws in Alaska are also in effect in settled land.<br/>7. Deserting a purchase is a royal offense. <br/>8. Prisoners of minor offenses will be released-on the condition they and their families settle new lands.<br/>9. Any natives within the range of settled territory are officially legal and can be subject to conversions and teachings of Alaskans.<br/>10. Any hostility can be met by fire.<br/>11. Buyers with a low income and with debt will be cleared in half.<br/>12.</div></blockquote></div></div></div>."
14357,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381&start=100,2015-01-20T13:11:00,Caltarania,"<div style=""margin-left:75px; margin-right:75px; margin-bottom:5px; margin-top:5px""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""color: #BF0000"">Commonwealth of England, Scotland and Ireland</span></span></span><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/6/64/Coat_of_Arms_of_the_Protectorate_%281653%E2%80%931659%29.svg/200px-Coat_of_Arms_of_the_Protectorate_%281653%E2%80%931659%29.svg.png""/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""color: #BF0000"">Chapter 3 - Rise of the Reds</span></span></span></div><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""color: #BF0000""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Leeds, Yorkshire<br/>August 2nd, 1881</span></span></div></blockquote></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin-left:75px; margin-right:75px; margin-bottom:5px; margin-top:5px"">The city of Leeds was alive with the noise of unrest. Decades of low wages and poor working conditions within the many textile mills and other industrial factories of the city had left the population chafing under the capitalist class. This, in turn, had led to the events of this week; the Leeds General Strike. It had started on the 29th of August - four days ago - with the weavers of the textile mills, who had threatened to go on strike unless wages were raised from their current rates by three sixpence; the mill owners had, of expected, refused this demand. What happened after this event, however, was when the real events began. Word spread like wildfire throughout the city, that the weavers had been refused a wage rise and were refusing to work. The first to hear was the railway workers, who responded to the strike by petitioning for their own wage increases, by four sixpence. They were refused, and too went out on strike.<br/><br/>By the 30th of August, the labourers of the factories in the north of the city too heard of the strike, and requested their own pay rise, from their current rate up by five sixpence. The factory owners dismissed these requests, and soon these labourers too went on strike. Slowly but surely, the city was descending into a general strike. Though this was no organised affair, very much the opposite, a spontaneous event spawning from the wishes of a few low-paid weavers. Next it was the canal workers and the labourers in the south of the city, who demanded an extra six sixpence, and were refused. They were followed by the craftsmen and the labourers of the east, who demanded an extra seven sixpence, and were refused. On the following day of the 1st of August, it was the labourers of the west and the other, minor, occupations. Everyone from the butchers to the bakers to the candlestick-makers, all on strike in protest of poor working conditions, low wages and the inequality present due to the free market. It was a Red Revolution.<br/><br/>The city had drawn to a complete standstill. The trains did not move, the factories did not churn out goods and the mills did not spit out textiles. By the 2nd of August, the effect of the General Strike had become apparent, as the factory owners began to 'encourage' the use of the Commonwealth military to 'disperse' the strikers, who had by this time occupied vast swathes of the city, including the city centre. Military officials, however, refused to act without government approval; and such a thing would be difficult to attain due to the growing complexity of the Parliamentary make-up. Within the Parliament, the Social Democratic Liberal Party associated with the strikers, while the National Liberals, High Tories and Conservatives agreed with the use of military force to disperse the strikers; and due to the split of the Old Liberal Party, the house was quite literally split in two equal halves.<br/><br/>Back in Leeds, the strikers had grown increasingly organised. By the eve of the day, the various striking groups had united under the Leeds Worker's Association; the first all-encompassing Trade Union in the Commonwealth. It was headed by the Council of Leeds Workers, and was able to effectively organise the strike in a professional manner. One of the leader's of this council, a man by the name of William Henry Drew, had recently begun to lobby with the SDL party for support on the matter of wages, having sent a large number of letters to Westminster. It was not long before the Social Democratic Liberal Party had passed a motion whereby the House believed that the wages of workers in the Commonwealth was too low in order to pay for their various expenses. The SDL party believed that they could pass the motion with ease; after all, they had half of the house under their control. They were to be wrong, however, as the main opposition group - the National Liberals - had organised an unofficial coalition with the two other rightist parties; the Conservatives and the High Tories.<br/><br/>This new coalition had split the House evenly, fifty fifty, between the two polar opposites. It would seem that nothing would be able to be done through the Houses of Parliament, and so the Henry Campbell-Bannerman lobbied Archibald Primrose - the Lord Protector - so that he could intervene and use his emergency powers to create a 'Wage Minimum, Below Which No Wage Can Be Served' - as the House had dubbed it - that would regulate the wages of workers in certain industries, forcing businesses and corporations to pay workers above or at a certain margin. Primrose pondered on the situation for many hours, before finally believing that something had to be done to quell the rioting. Within the matter of a day, the Lord Protector's order had been delivered across the country, and the rioting and strikes in Leeds drew to a close. The new ideology of Trade Unionism had been formed; and the Social Democratic Liberal Party was eager to rally the trade unionists under the banner of Social Democratic Liberalism.</div><br/><br/><div style=""margin-left:75px; margin-right:75px; margin-bottom:5px; margin-top:5px""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><span style=""color: #BF0000""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">New Llanfair, Auralia<br/>August 9th, 1881</span></span></div></blockquote></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin-left:75px; margin-right:75px; margin-bottom:5px; margin-top:5px"">Inside the Government House of New Llanfair­pwllgwyngyll­gogery­chwyrn­drobwll­llan­tysilio­gogo­goch - or as it is more often referred to, 'New Llanfair' - was alive with the sound of debating. John Forrest - a former explorer and now councilor in the Council of Auralia - had started the uproar, after proposing that the five colonies on the continent of Australia - along with the three others in Oceania - should form a united, federal colony. Forrest had promoted his argument by citing the growing Australian identity within the Commonwealth, and by referencing the success of federalism in the Home Islands. There were issues, however, as the island-colony of Timor was not ethnically British or culturally Australian, yet Forrest promoted it to become part of this federation also. In addition, the colonies of Wilberforce Island and the Cocos and Christmas Islands were also suggested to become part of this new federation, though the former had the most political Aboriginal population of all the colonies and the latter was to far to ever be able to send representatives to any kind of 'federal government'. Nevertheless, Forrest continued his campaign to form a federal colony of Australia.<br/><br/>Forrest had allies on this matter, of course. Charles Cowper, the Governor of the colony of New West Yorkshire, and James Hipwood of Lutherania were among them. Their main opponent was Henry Parker, who ardently believed in retaining the old boundaries of the colonies and also in restricting the democratic power that the citizens of the colonies held. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""These colonies have done fine without a federal body of... unification.""</span> Parker had said, halfheartedly. His age was getting to him, and he was frequently forced to leave the debates early in order to care for his ill-health. That did not stop Forrest from hitting back at him, however. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""This is not merely a matter of need, Mr. Parker!""</span> he barked. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""These colonies are drawn on arbitrary lines! They do not account for the growing sense of Australian identity! Have you not heard the song of the people?""</span> Forrest continued. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""It sings of an Australia, united in it's patriotism!""</span> Cowper said, after Forrest had finished. Parker looked up at them both, his brow crested in a frown. He stood from his slouched position and barked back at the federalists. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""With all due respect, Mr. Forrest, I do not care for a song. Songs are merely words transcribed to a melody; that is no... basis for government.""</span><br/><br/>Forrest then shouted back at Parker. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""You are incorrect, Parker. Songs are the most powerful tools in existence. They can rally an army, or lay one to rest. They can inspire a revolution, or crush one to death. There is naught more powerful than a song, Mr. Parker, and our song is the most powerful of all!""</span> Forrest then looked around the room, seeing the councilors present. They were an odd bunch. The council, today, was filled not just with councilors from Auralia, but from across Australia. There were upstanding businessmen from Olivarius, aboriginal tribesmen from Wilberforce Island, gold tycoons from Northern Australia, Atoni hunters from Timor, labourers from New West Yorkshire and such other people of humanity. An odd bunch, Forrest thought, though united in one thing. Forrest nodded to Cowper and Hipwood, before he began to sing the song of his people; it was named O' Straylia.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""O Straylia.""</span> he began, his voice mellow and deep. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""Our home and native land!""</span> he continued, joined by the federalist members of the House. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""True patriot love in all thy sons command.""</span> he then followed with, this time joined by the aboriginals of the house who began to sing in their own tongues. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""With glowing hearts we see thee rise,""</span> Forrest noted that even some of the non-federalist members of the house - neutrals and federalist-leading colonialists - had begun to join in the singing. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""The True South strong and free!""</span> By this point, every member of the house bar Parker was singing the song of the Australians. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""From far and wide,""</span> he then said, silently as the rest of the house still sang the song with full lungs. He looked to the Atoni and other representatives of Timor, and the representatives of the Cocos and Christmas Islands, and the representatives of Wilberforce Island. All of them singing, in both English and their native tongues. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""O Straylia, we stand on guard for thee.""</span> they sang. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""Hope keep our land glorious and free! O Straylia, we stand on guard for thee.""</span> they still sang, their lungs full as ever. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""O Straylia, we stand on guard for thee.""</span> the house fell near silent, and then erupted into applause, with many of the house cheering <span style=""font-style: italic"">""O Straylia! O Straylia! O Straylia!""</span> By nightfall, representatives of all the states would have signed the Australian Constitution.</div><br/><br/><div style=""margin-left:75px; margin-right:75px; margin-bottom:5px; margin-top:5px""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/0/01/Arms_of_the_Commonwealth_of_England%2C_Scotland_and_Ireland.svg/200px-Arms_of_the_Commonwealth_of_England%2C_Scotland_and_Ireland.svg.png""/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">From His Excellency, Lord Protector of the Commonwealth of England, Scotland and Ireland<br/><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;"">Archibald Philip Primrose</span></span></div><br/><br/>Dear Stanislaw, third of his name, Emperor of Ruthenia,<br/><br/>Greetings, Most Imperial Highness. Today I write to you with both great pride and great regret. The peace that has covered the continent of Europa for many a moon has begun to crumble. If the Second Frankish Empire, which has been forged from the marriage of the two eagles of west and east, chooses to interrupt the Concert of Europe's song with the drums of Prussia and the pipes of Paris, then I fear that Europe - and indeed the World - will never be the same again. For while the Concert plays it's tune, there is peace. The trumpets of war do not sound while the harp of peace is in the mist of it's melody, yet I fear that this new Alliance will tear the harp out of the sky and will end the peace that has sheltered this continent from despair and destruction.<br/><br/>It is with this revelation that I - as Prime Minister of the Commonwealth of England, Scotland and Ireland - on behalf of the Lord Protector Archibald Philip Primrose, on behalf of the Houses of Parliament of this Commonwealth and on behalf of the subjects beneath the rule of the Commonwealth henceforth ask the Emperor of Ruthenia to stand beside the Commonwealth in these dark times.<br/><br/>May the Lion and the White Eagle stand together.<br/><br/>Warm Regards,<br/><br/>RH Prime Minister Henry Campbell-Bannerman<br/>Representative of HE Archibald Philip Primrose, Lord Protector of the Commonwealth of England, Scotland and Ireland</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/0/01/Arms_of_the_Commonwealth_of_England%2C_Scotland_and_Ireland.svg/200px-Arms_of_the_Commonwealth_of_England%2C_Scotland_and_Ireland.svg.png""/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">From His Excellency, Lord Protector of the Commonwealth of England, Scotland and Ireland<br/><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;"">Archibald Philip Primrose</span></span></div><br/><br/>Dear Dieter von Argentina, President of Silberien,<br/><br/>Greetings, Your Excellency. As Prime Minister, I cannot speak for the businesses and firms of the Commonwealth, though I am sure that they already participate in trade with your nation at the current time. In regards to the prospects of an alliance between the Commonwealth of England, Scotland and Ireland and the Republic of Silberien, we have brought it in front of the Houses of Parliament and the House of Commons has approved the motion, henceforth aligning our nations through a bond of military cooperation.<br/><br/>Warm Regards,<br/><br/>RH Prime Minister Henry Campbell-Bannerman<br/>Representative of HE Archibald Philip Primrose, Lord Protector of the Commonwealth of England, Scotland and Ireland</blockquote></div>"
14358,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381&start=100,2015-01-20T15:25:00,Liecthenbourg,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://s30.postimg.org/tbaomw9y9/Flag_of_Quebec.jpg""/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #000080"">Les Etats-Unis de Nouvelle France<br/>Seattle, California</span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Chapter 5: Quelque a touché ma soupe...?<br/>3rd of September, 1881 AD</span></span></div><br/><hr/><br/><br/>Seattle had fallen. Flags had been removed at once, with many furled flags now scattered in piles across plazas and piazzas. The bombardment was fierce indeed, with the outer defences of the city crumbling to ruin by the time the bombardment had been complete. The next step was as brutal as efficient, with the many guerilla-esque regiments marching in first, eliminating any remaining defence posts with their rifles or the oddly found bow and arrows. This was followed by a swift and decisive cavalry sweep that in turn was backed up by multiple line infantry advances onto the city. By the time the town hall was in view, whatever remained of the military in the city had organised a surrender of the city as to prevent more loss. General Baie had immediately taken action, with having sent the information to the Megikans about the successes and how he planned on pushing down the coast to strike at the important cities. Now however, his wounded were resting in hospitals, his active dinning on their rations and the rest merely regrouping themselves into their respective groups. It had been a good day.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><div align=""middle""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #000080"">Ville de Quebec, Quebec</span></span></span></div><br/><hr/><br/><br/>Café Rigaud was famed, in truth, for being the preferred lunch time dining spot for many of the Nouvelle Francais politicians. This was especially true on a cold snowy day, or a warm day where many would rather be much more willing to cool themselves off. Here sat Senator Dejarlais, a portly fellow but with a mind as sharp as his wit. He would normally dine with some friends, but today he had the privilege of enjoying his meal in some privacy. Once the waiter had come to take his order, it was the usual: a bowl of the daily soup, one which was flavoured with chicken and sprinkled with wine, a platter of seafood accompanied by steaming rice and for dessert, the Senator had always enjoyed in the hot summers a nice and refreshing bowl of a forest fruit flavoured ice-cream treat, specially prepared every day for a set amount of time. As he sat reading the morning paper, flicking through the news articles with relative calmness. He'd glance at his pocket watch from time to time and before long a figure had blocked off the light allowing him to read comfortably. Dejarlais set down the paper onto his lap and raised an eyebrow.<br/><br/>""Senator Tremblay?"" he inquired. He would have never expected Tremblay to come to speak to him, they sat on the opposite side of the fence in regards to the California War. He saw it as a necessary precaution, whereas Tremblay was vehemently against it.<br/><br/>""Hello, my friend."" Tremblay began as he removed his hat and held it in his left hand. ""May I?""<br/><br/>""But of course.""<br/><br/>Tremblay sat down and Dejarlais placed the paper on the seat beside him. They sat in relative in silence before Dejarlais raised up his hands and stroked his small beard.<br/><br/>""How can I serve you, Mr Tremblay.""<br/><br/>""I merely came to chat.""<br/><br/>""Regarding?""<br/><br/>""The war, good sir.""<br/><br/>""My mind wont be changed.""<br/><br/>""A pity. But still, you must un-""<br/><br/>""I understand that a sovereign nation believes it can do as it likes on our Western Border. I understand we are preventing them from doing so. Am I wrong?""<br/><br/>""Depends on whom you ask.""<br/><br/>""I listen to our president and prime minister."" Dejarlais retorted, bringing forth the paper once again. ""Now, if you're quite finished, you may leave.""<br/><br/>Nothing else was said and Tremblay departed as the soup was placed down onto the table. Dejarlais once again set down the paper, allowing it to gracefully fall onto his lap before he tucked the napkin under his neck. He reached for his spoon and heard the Café door open, most likely Tremblay leaving the fine establishment. It did not bother the portly fellow and he continued to dine on his fine soup. A few minutes had past and the large fellow had clutched his chest in pain before he fell from his seat and collapsed onto the rugged floor of the Café. Waiters, commoners and his fellow politicians alike came to his aide but he only spoke one final sentence before they determined his pulse had stopped.<br/><br/>""Quelque a touché ma soupe..?""<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://s28.postimg.org/mch62vbe1/Coat_of_Arms_of_Quebec.png""/><br/>To: The Foreign Office of the Empire of Brazil<br/>From: Jean-Baptiste Leclerc, President of Les Etats-Unis de Nouvelle France</div><br/><br/>I am heavily honoured by your ideas of helping my nation. I can safely speak for all of the Nouvelle Francais at the addition for Brazilian forces on the field of battle, and I can already heavily agree on the idea of an economic assistance pact for your nation.<br/><br/>Perhaps we can arrange and official meeting?<br/><br/>Yours sincerely,</blockquote>"
14359,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381&start=100,2015-01-23T11:03:00,The Grand Republic of Hannover,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/UyiuUBv.png""/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #008000""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Empire of Brazil</span></span></span><br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TX0qN6QEvGg"" rel=""nofollow"">Theme</a></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Rivière de Janvier:</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Oyez! Oyez!</span><br/><br/>Through the past few months the government of Brazil was congratulated for its move against slavery. Yet, not everything was positive and the negative effects everyone feared were settling. Throughout the empire, especially in the slave regions, unemployment suddenly spiked up, government expenditures went through the roof, and social tension was building up. Aristocrats in some regions of the country were now sabotaging the government by refusing to pay any taxes and even bribing tax collectors to cook the books. To Pierre II their was act was not only a sabotage but a way to undermine and challenge the legitimacy of his reign. He knew that if he let it continue it could potentially spark a reactionary revolution in the country but if he tackled upfront the results could be the same.<br/><br/>After days of long meetings with his advisers, ministers, and clergy officials, among others, the king decided that the issue should be dealt with through secretive ways. The Ministry of Interior, under the intelligence body of the country (Service D'information National), created the Vigilance and State Defense Police (Vigilance et Police Défense de l'État). This secret police would cooperate with other agencies of the country in order to begin a program to detect any revolt movement. Much focus was placed on slave regions where the aristocracy undermined state power. The king reasoned that by keeping a close eye when planning of a revolt is underway, those aristocrats would be charged with treason against the State, the Monarchy, and the People of Brazil. However, using any connections to the controversial anti-slavery act could prove disastrous. Thus, instead the government will use the New Lorraine Question as the connection to the revolts - aristocrats against Brazilian interests in New Lorraine for some beneficial reason or, even worse, for bribes coming from Argentina. The rising nationalism in the country would make such trials much easier to succeed.<br/><br/>Such force was also tasked with missions along the border with New Lorraine, Argentina, and the Andean Dictatorship to keep the Brazilian armed forces well informed of any plan to destroy social order in bordering regions.<br/><br/>The Brazilian government also ordered the expansion and modernization of<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Port_of_Santos"" rel=""nofollow"">Port de Abélard</a>in order to handle a higher tonnage of cargo as well as a higher influx of trading ships. The local government of the city received funds from the national government in order to start an urbanization program and the improvement of the healthcare services in the city. City planners from abroad created a new development program for the city based and inspired from New York City's grid. Pierre II hoped that Port de Abélard would become to Brazil what St. Petersbourg became to Russia.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://imgc.allpostersimages.com/images/P-473-488-90/74/7406/W4MP100Z/posters/uruguay-montevideo-19th-century-city-and-harbor-engraved-by-l-urgelles-published-in-the.jpg""/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #0000BF"">New Lorraine: The Crisis of the Continent</span></span><br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J1gH_cjdb60"" rel=""nofollow"">Theme</a></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">June 21st, 1882:</span><br/><br/>After sending a military fleet a few miles away from New Lorraine's capital city, the Brazilian Navy decided to become more assertive of Brazil's demands. At approximately 4 AM, the fleet began to, what appeared to be, performed military exercises. The fleet simulated an amphibious invasion as well as a defense to a hypothetical incoming enemy fleet. Yet what was interesting about this exercise was not its program but where it was directed. Instead of being directed northeast (at New Lorraine's capital), the fleet was facing southwest (towards Argentina's capital.) Although the fleet was closer to New Lorraine's capital than to Argentina's, the message was clear. (<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/R%C3%ADo_de_la_Plata#mediaviewer/File:Rio_de_la_Plata_1806.svg"" rel=""nofollow"">Visual aid</a>)<br/><br/>On June 25th, the government of Brazil, through a collaboration between the Ministry of War and Defense and the Ministry of Interior's secret police, launched secret raids in New Lorraine. The services of a Portuguese company famously known by its initials CC were hired. In order to not generate any suspicion on Brazil's responsibility, the forces were instructed to begin their raids in the southern part of the country. On June 29th, the forces began to attack the outskirts of the cities of Durazno and Trinidad. Yet, instead of moving into the cities themselves the forces retreated and continued their raiding in smaller villages and towns throughout the middle-to-southern sections of New Lorraine. After a few days, new forces went into the country and began their actions in nearby the cities of Minas, Rocha, and Maldonado. The ultimate goal was to place pressure on New Lorraine's government and jeopardize its stability. (<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://www.ezilon.com/maps/images/southamerica/Uruguay-map.gif"" rel=""nofollow"">Visual aid</a>)<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 1%; line-height: 116%;"">818 - Tracking purposes</span>"
14360,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381&start=100,2015-01-23T11:45:00,Senkaku,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.crwflags.com/fotw/images/m/mn_emp_2.gif""/><br/><span style=""font-size: 250%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ikh Mongol Uls</span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">All Under the Blue Sky, Chapter Seven: Fallen from Heaven</span></span></div><br/><hr/><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.chinatourguide.com/china_photos/beijing/attractions/Beijing_Forbidden_City_taihe_palace.jpg""/><br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://vimeo.com/114350322"" rel=""nofollow"">Hall of Supreme Harmony, Khanbaliq</a></div><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-size: 70%; line-height: 116%;"">""<a class=""postlink"" href=""https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mwAGw92RHQc"" rel=""nofollow"">May you live in exciting times.</a>""<br/>-Ancient Chinese curse<br/></span></span><br/><hr/><br/><br/><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Khanbaliq<br/>The Golden Orchid Court<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LZA36YIu2yU"" rel=""nofollow"">The Chancellery</a></span><br/><hr/><br/><br/><br/><br/>""It will be a long fight. This is going to be ten times worse than Kobayashi, my lord. The empire will survive, but I have little hope once this rebellion is quashed. We do outnumber and outgun Zaichun, but...""<br/>""I understand."" Kublai leaned back in his chair, staring dully at the tranquil garden outside. ""That my own son, my heir, could do this to us, to<span style=""font-style: italic"">me</span>... Cixi still supports him, you know. She wants me to side with him."" The khagan shook his head. ""I should tell you, I've been seriously considering abdicating.""<br/>""My lord?"" The Chancellor looked alarmed.<br/>""I have other sons, most of them capable. Temür is in Europe, but he'd make a fine khagan. Hulegu is another good candidate, or perhaps Yelu.""<br/>""My lord, I cannot advise that right now. We need every ounce of stability we can muster right now,"" the Vice-Regent said uneasily.<br/>""I understand,"" Kublai muttered. ""I hear he is claiming the throne now, as well?""<br/>""We have heard of a kurultai in Bayan Tumen, yes.""<br/>""Very well."" Kublai rose, and the other two men rose also, bowing deeply. ""I take my leave,"" the khagan said gruffly, and strode out of the room.<br/>Zhao Xian and Silin Ayan sat back down, staring for a long time at the garden outside.<br/>Then the shooting started.<br/><hr/><br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Baichuan Viceroyalty<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YM-0US4VPsQ"" rel=""nofollow"">Khanbaliq</a></span><br/><hr/><br/><br/><br/>For the second time in a fairly short span, the Mongol capital was once again in chaos. As the khagan returned from the Chancellery to the Forbidden City, he and his Kheshig guards were suddenly set upon by Gold Bird Guards, equipped with rifles and revolvers. The khagan, lightly wounded, was then spirited off to somewhere within the Golden Orchid Court, while members of the Kheshig and the Khevtuul were suddenly arrested or killed all across the imperial city by the Gold Bird Guards, who now roamed the streets in bands and appeared to be fortifying the Golden Orchid Court itself.<br/>Vice-Regent Zhao and Chancellor Silin were not above this chaos. As this chaos erupted, the Gold Bird Guard even came for them, storming the Chancellery, slaughtering the guards who fought to defend perhaps the two most powerful men in the empire. Seven Gold Birds entered the office they had been sitting in, two of whom would still be alive around a minute later and none of whom would escape uninjured. The Chancellor, though, in his spirited defense of his person, shot through the stomach by a revolver-equipped officer as he and the Vice-Regent attempted to flee.<br/><br/>He died around ten minutes later, still fighting, alongside a few loyal Gold Birds and Kheshigs, holding the traitors off so that the Vice-Regent and a few other loyal soldiers could escape the deathtrap the Golden Orchid Court had become.<br/>While Zhao Xian and three loyal soldiers made their famed and storied escape from Khanbaliq that afternoon, Manchurian officers in the city garrison instructed their soldiers to aid the Gold Birds, on orders of one General Niohuru Bayan. This particular general sent some of his personal cavalry, a unit of Jurchen riders, to storm the Gate of Divine Might, capturing a number of high-ranking officers and magistrates and killing several others. As news spread like wildfire, other generals came to meet with Lord Niohuru, and soon all of the soldiers in Khanbaliq, save for a scarce few who had been driven into hiding or killed, were under control of Lord Niohuru- and his friend and co-conspirator, Chief Minister Sun Liu. Riders and pigeons were dispatched from Khanbaliq in great haste, informing the governors and military commanders of the empire that the khagan had fallen ill and Minister Sun was assuming the regency.<br/>Empress Cixi reportedly killed herself that afternoon, slashing her wrists with a razor blade while sitting on the imperial throne in the Hall of Supreme Harmony.<br/><br/>That evening, as the Vice-Regent rode hard towards the Yellow River, and Yinchuan beyond, he stopped at several forts along the way, and various small towns. The visit of the Vice-Regent himself was an overwhelming and totally unexpected honor for most of these small garrisons, and even those who had heard from Khanbaliq that the new crown regent had dismissed him willingly obeyed Xian when he ordered them to march with him. While the Vice-Regent amassed his forces and fled the imperial city, though, his erstwhile protégé was equally busy, reorganizing the military's high command, establishing control over Baichuan, Hanguo, Yapon, Yunnan, and Nanyu.<br/><br/>But even as<span style=""font-style: italic"">he</span>worked, so too did others.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Nanyu Viceroyalty<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gMYNfQlf1H8"" rel=""nofollow"">Nanchang</a></span><br/><hr/><br/><br/><br/><br/>Nanchang, Nanchang, the greatest city in southern China, the Pearl of the South, the seat of the Viceroy of Nanyu...<br/>Nanchang was a beautiful city, and populous, with nearly as many people as Khanbaliq. Its gardens and palaces were famed the world over, and this well-organized walled city remained a bastion of order in an empire that was rapidly descending into disorder and confusion. Here, the city watch oversaw the citizenry with a light hand, while the Viceroy oversaw his seat well and his deputies spared no expense to ensure it was kept running smoothly. Nanchang's defenses were perhaps even stronger than the capital's, with western-style earthen fortifications and heavy batteries of modern cannon in addition to the old stone walls- which themselves were high and thick and well-manned.<br/><br/>Now even Nanchang, the pride of Nanyu, would succumb to the madness that was rapidly overtaking the greatest empire the world had ever or would ever see.<br/>Across the empire, in many cities, at around two in the morning, even while (unbeknownst to them) Sun Liu was reorganizing the government and the Vice-Regent was flying towards Yinchuan, the Communists finally had their moment in the sun. Various cells had organized different meeting times, but they were all similar enough to make no odds. A mob would gather in each city, at various places, on a night while a group of sympathetic soldiers were stationed in the city armory. These soldiers would then overpower their fellows as a host of civilians, waving red flags and what weapons they could find, attempted to storm the building, and they would open the doors, allowing the Communists to arm themselves. Other Communist soldiers, in cities with heavy artillery, would be waiting at their posts along the walls, to seize the cannons and give the Party a respite from any ill-advised bombardment.<br/>In nearly every city in Baichuan Viceroyalty, as well as several in Hanguo and Yapon, this strategy was thwarted by Sun Liu's multitudes of troops. It also failed, for the most part, in Manchuria and Mongolia, leaving the Party in control of Bayan Tumen, Harbin, and little else, as Zaichun's lords used their private forces to smash the Communists. Chagatai was simply too far away for the Communists to have much power, but Hotan and a few small towns did fall to the sudden red wave.<br/>In Nanyu and Yunnan Viceroyalties, though, as well as in many cities in Yapon and Hanguo, the Communist plot worked to perfection. There were few bastions of resistance in Nanyu and Yunnan- even Nanchang, Jewel of the Orient, fell to the rapid, frenzied coup. Many Mongol nobles fled the city, and the Viceroy, trapped in his palace, committed suicide rather than be beaten to death by the whipped-up mob that was engaged in storming his palace. Other nobles were slaughtered like sheep as they tried to flee, beaten to death like dogs by swarms of commoners. The same went for Kunming, Guangzhou, and many other cities.<br/><br/>After a full day of fire and bloodshed from the halls of the Golden Orchid Court to the streets of Nanchang, Mongolia was left utterly changed. The Communist cities, as of yet, had no central government or overarching direction, at least that was visible. The new regency in the north was still in a state of confusion, having come to power in the midst of a contemporaneous coup and an ongoing rebellion.<br/><br/>These were exciting times, indeed.<br/><hr/><br/><br/><br/><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Chagatai Viceroyalty<br/>Yarkand Pacification Army</span><br/><hr/><br/><br/><br/><br/>""Dispatch from Osh, my lord viceroy."" Buqa looked as grim and forbidding as the dark mountains on the western horizon, or the baking sand and rock that stretched out for miles before them. ""The city has fallen to the rebellion. They say the Lion of Karaköl had the Governor and all the soldiers who refused to surrender impaled on sharpened stakes and their bodies hung from the minarets of the mosques.""<br/>Faisal didn't even blink, just sighing almost imperceptibly, his shoulders sagging. ""Anything else?""<br/>""The Grand Secretariat's spies say they've proclaimed a new Khanate of Osh and are recruiting soldiers from the Ferghana Valley's farms- the ones they control, anyways- for a march on Bishkek. Our forces marching on Bishkek sent in Altai ski troopers to remove the Tajik blockade at the pass, but the forces from Bishkek heading for Osh were turned back by the Kyrgyz and are now fortifying the passes.""<br/>""Well, that's a worry for another time, Buqa. Our scouts sent a dispatch just before you got here.""<br/>The Manchu lord raised his eyebrows. ""Oh?""<br/>""We'll be upon them in three hours or so- he's stopped in Yengisar, to rest and water his men and horses. And we got a message from Gertse's governor- he's dispatched 2,000 riders in a flying column to take Yarkand from behind.""<br/>""Have we given the order to prepare for battle?""<br/>Before the Viceroy could give an answer, a horn suddenly wailed over the slow-moving column around their moving yurt, and shouts began to go up from outside.<br/><hr/><br/>The Battle of Yengisar was another of the many great turning points that took place during this time, in the rapidly-disintegrating Mongol Empire. While Osh was consumed in the flames of rebellion and the panicked, frenzied madness of every city that falls to invaders, 20,000 soldiers from the seat of the Viceroy met 15,000 men from Yarkand, the seat of the Batukhan family for generations. Viceroy Sajadi's men were hardly the elite of the Empire's armies (they were all in the capital or the east, many of them now fighting for their lives for one side or another)- many were conscripts and convicts, shipped thousands of miles from their homes in the green fields of China and Korea to die under distant skies in Yensigar. They were trained soldiers, though, and the Viceroy also had a contingent of battle-hardened Jurchen riders from Manchuria, nearly 1,500 strong, as well as a detachment of Gold Bird Guards numbering around 500 and equipped with modern weaponry.<br/><br/>On the opposing side, things were in rather poorer condition. Asadai Batukhan was not only outnumbered, he was seriously outgunned. Even Faisal's puny artillery park vastly outmatched his own, which consisted of a few elderly fieldpieces and catapults brought from Yarkand. His soldiers were of poorer material, mainly convicts or incompetent garrison troops who had only gone along with the march to try and save their own miserable hides. His best troops were 500 of the Batukhan household guard and a few hundred Mongol riders, along with a tiny contingent of troops, no more than 100, equipped with Nanchang Armory rifles that were far inferior and much older than the weapons the Viceroy's troops had. Not even his position is Yensigar, behind the town's pathetic mud-brick walls, was much of an advantage.<br/>From his yurt, which he had had positioned on a nearby hill, Faisal watched through a telescope as Batukhan marched out. It was an unusual display of courage and mettle for a doomed man who had proved himself to be a coward so frequently- perhaps he sought redemption, or felt he had nothing left to lose. His troops were arrayed in a wide arc before Yensigar's walls, with a few remaining on them to man some hastily-constructed mud-brick and wooden barbettes that housed cannon and catapults. A few banners fluttered in the hot wind blowing from the north, off the Turfan Depression, and Faisal could make out the Batukhan family crest snapping from a pole stuck out of the town's only minaret for its only mosque.<br/>Doubtless his counterpart was watching as well- probably, like Faisal, with a horse ready. Perhaps he was not so courageous after all.<br/><br/>Faisal's troops, meanwhile, had also formed a formation, with three main wedges of cavalry arranged in front of a broad line of infantry. His Jurchen riders and Gold Birds were front and center, and his few artillery teams had set up camp amidst the current infantry positions so they could get in range of them enemy.<br/>The Viceroy waved a hand, a horn blew, and the battle commenced.<br/><br/>It would be over swiftly enough, anyways. Faisal's cavalry began trotting forward along with the infantry, until a few musket shots from Batukhan's line began bringing down random troopers here and there. They rapidly picked up to a canter, then to a full gallop, and charged through the increasing enemy fire. Most of it was just musketry or arrows, but Batukhan had deployed most of his riflemen on the walls of his left flank, near his own position. Faisal's Uzbek cavalry, deployed on that flank, suffered much heavier casualties, especially when their wedge was actually hit by cannon fire. However, they pushed through, and each cavalry wedge smashed into the enemy front lines with a devastating blow. Not even Batukhan's scant quantities of real pikemen could serve to hold them off, and soon the rebel line was broken in three places. The cavalry wheeled around before the walls, firing up at the cannon and catapults, which could not depress enough to hit them, and running down stray soldiers from the crumbling enemy line. Meanwhile, the infantry was getting close, and the first ragged volleys of musket fire began to chatter over the scorching plains, with the deeper report of Faisal's artillery echoing like someone yelling in a mausoleum.<br/>Within an hour, Asadai Batukhan's army had been routed, and Yensigar fell. The former Viceroy did not escape- he was killed trying to fight his way out of the little town, by a pair of Uighur infantrymen- one of whom used a famous Yensigar-made knife to slash his throat from behind. Those of his men who surrendered were taken prisoner, for the march back to Kashgar, and his cannons were added to the Viceroy's small artillery park.<br/>From here, it was just a long walk back.<br/><hr/><br/><br/><br/><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Karakorum<br/>The Imperial Palace</span><br/><hr/><br/><br/><br/><br/>""We need to do something big, Viceroy, before Jalar's lords start to lose confidence.""<br/>""My lord, I cannot think of anything that will be enough after our defeat at Jehol. The Kheshig slaughtered our men like sheep- and many of them were Jurchen riders. If you have any hope of continuing this war with their support- which, I might add, is critical, since they will be providing the bulk of the infantry for this campaign- you need to do something major.""<br/>""But what?"" Zaichun swore, waving his hands in the air. ""The first attack on Khanbaliq was a failure. The Kheshig defeated our second thrust towards the city. The Summer Palace is a scorched, ghost-haunted husk that is completely useless without my father, who is safe as a clam in Khanbaliq. Apparently one of the Manchus launched a naval attack on Tianjin, also a failure, as were the attacks on Yinchuan and Hohhot by your cousin. The only success we have is not being completely crushed by the capital the instant we rebelled! And we are running out of money, time, and support now.""<br/>""My lord, you don't need to do much to defeat the enemy. All you need to do is make the capital turn on itself. If Khanbaliq is consumed with infighting-""<br/>""Chief Minister Sun already has that under control for us, although we hear he's lost control of the south to another uprising. The pigeon came this afternoon while you were out.""<br/>""Minister Sun Liu?""<br/>""Yes. He's launched a coup against the Vice-Regent and driven him off to Yinchuan, where old Xian had marshaled a few thousand men and is preparing for his last stand while the imperial army bears down on him.""<br/>""Your father permitted this?""<br/>""My father had no choice. Apparently he's been imprisoned in Zhongnanhai, and Liu has declared a military regency for 'the duration of the continuing rebellions in the north and west'.""<br/>""Bad luck for your father.""<br/>""He was never a good politician. The only purpose he serves now is to give Khanbaliq an air of legitimacy, despite the fact it's basically Liu and some of Xian's 'friends' running the show. The reformists always thought even he was too slow, so we'll see how Liu does- I had no idea he was so ambitious, so perhaps his competence will surprise us.""<br/>""It need not, if he somehow loses his legitimacy.""<br/>""He controls the Board of War through his friend Niohuru. It won't matter if he's legitimate or not, he has the Army and the people love him for the work he's done before to bring bread prices down and build dikes and the like.""<br/>""I disagree. If he were to lose the Mandate of Heaven, it would mean that he had to rule by force, and ruling by force alone is not a workable strategy for long.""<br/>""What are you proposing, Viceroy?""<br/>Iljigin shrugged, and Zaichun frowned, then shrugged also. ""I see. It's possible... in fact, that might just work.""<br/><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Khanbaliq<br/>The Forbidden City<br/>Zhongnanhai<br/>Hall of Purple Light</span><br/><hr/><br/><br/><br/><br/><br/>""I am the khagan! You will tell me what is happening, you low-born scum!,"" Kublai raged. The servant bowed, placing the bowl of food on the table.<br/>""Sire, I am not permitted to do that."" She glanced at the guard in the corner, who carried a nightstick and a revolver.<br/>""What higher power is there than your emperor who can command you otherwise?""<br/>""Radiant lord, please enjoy your meal- and keep in mind the regency does not have to provide it,"" the girl snapped at him, and walked out.<br/>Kublai's jaw dropped.<span style=""font-style: italic"">How does she <span style=""font-weight: bold"">dare</span> speak to the khagan in such an insolent manner? That little harlot! That dirty little whore!</span>He rose, but the guard put a hand on his nightstick, staring straight ahead.<br/>Kublai, unarmed, growled in frustration, and stormed off to the little bedroom he'd been granted.<br/><hr/><br/>In the evening, a few days later, the khagan was walking in the gardens, as he was permitted to at twilight and at mid-morning. Zhongnanhai was still beautiful, with its sculpted hills and long artificial lakes, its well-kept gardens a sharp contrast to the empire beyond its walls which seemed to be crumbling further by the day. Kublai stared at the white jade barge of Möngke Khan, which had sat idle for ten years- more than that, now- sitting placidly on the Southern Sea. In happier days, better days, Kublai might be aboard that very barge, receiving a Western ambassador or talking with the Grand Council or something of the sort. Early into his reign, he had considered scrapping it- it probably cost as much as the rest of Zhongnanhai combined, if not more- but had decided not to. After all, back then, the Empire's finances had not been so dire as they were now, and once he had decided not to scrap the ungainly, extravagant vessel he'd come to love it.<br/>It was probably going to be destroyed, now.<br/>Kublai turned and began walking back towards the Hall of Purple Light, feeling unhappy, and never felt the bullet that killed him.<br/><hr/><br/><br/>The empire of Genghis Khan, which had endured for six hundred years and more, the greatest empire the world had ever or would ever see, the empire that had once united Asia under its banner, was coming to an end. Like all great empires, its fall had been a long, bloody affair, as its last leaders vainly hurled their vast resources at their realm's inevitable decline, and then began to fight amongst themselves, blaming one another for the thousand ills that beset them. In truth, it was not anyone's fault, though some had accelerated its decline. No empire endures forever, nor even do the lesser states around them. After more than half a millennium of Borjigin emperors, countless wars and rebellions, and an ever-changing world that shifted around the Uls like a worldwind, it was simply the empire's time to pass. Not even mountains endure forever- and Ikh Mongol Uls, the mightiest empire on Earth, had already outlasted plenty of mountains in its time.<br/>Later historians would typically date the end of the Mongol Empire on September 9th, 1882, the day Kublai XI, the last khagan of the empire (at least the last one considered legitimate, his son Zaichun, who styled himself Genghis IX, was not considered a true khagan) was assassinated in the gardens where he was being held under house arrest. Many wonder what would have happened had the assassin's bullet failed to find its mark, for Kublai was still a cunning, powerful, and dangerous man, even under house arrest in Zhongnanhai- but what no historian would ever know, in later days, was that had Kublai XI, last khagan of Ikh Mongol Uls, would have died that day anyways. The Great Khan had always been a lover of good teas, and drank them with every meal- but his evening tea, to be served with dinner, was laced with arsenic- more than five times a sufficient lethal dose, enough to kill a large horse or small elephant.<br/><br/>Chief Minister Sun Liu, who was working busily in the Chancellery to marshal the Empire's armies and crush the rebellions that were now raging across the land, was not surprised that the khagan was dead. He would only be slightly concerned about the method of the Qingyin Emperor's death- it didn't matter, in truth. All the pieces were already in place.<br/>Following the khagan's death, the nobles and highest officials in the capital were summoned to the Golden Orchid Court by Chief Minister Sun, the regent, who had called a meeting. The Viceroys of Baichuan and Hanguo were present, in addition to the most important lords, officials, and businessmen in Khanbaliq (and by extension the empire), and the ambassadors of every country that possessed a legation in the city were also summoned, though they were not allowed to take part and could only watch- alone, save for their fellow diplomats, and without translators.<br/>In the vast main hall of the Grand Secretariat, several hundred of the most important people in the Mongol Empire were now assembled before Minister Sun, who was seated in the Chief Minister's seat. The Vice-Regent's chair sat empty beside and above him, but it was scarcely noticed by this assembly of notables that had gathered- more noticeable was the presence of Prince Sengerinchen, the formidable President of the Board of War, and General Niohuru Bayan, his younger but equally formidable deputy.<br/>Everyone knew what was coming- there was really only one way this would play out, and while plenty of the people in the Hall of the Steel Hand were imperial clan members, few found themselves unhappy or conflicted over the impending change that was doubtless coming<br/>From the balcony above, on the great hall's second story, the ambassadors of the West could only watch in uncomprehending concern or excitement as the meeting played out, alone save for their compatriots- no translators or even servants waited on them. Below, hundreds of the most powerful men and women in the Empire were taking up seats or standing positions on the great hall's main floor region, or around the perimeter of it. There were even groups of Khanbaliq merchants and other commoners gathering on the balcony, kept away from the ambassadors by guards in a strange white livery, equipped with nightsticks and pistols.<br/>Sun Liu was standing now, at a sort of table or podium that had been set up just beneath the two seats, and his cleared his throat, silencing the tittering of the crowd.<br/>""You are here, ladies and gentlemen, to witness and take part in one of the greatest changes of our times,"" the Chief Minister began, his deep voice resounding through the hall. ""In the last days, weeks, and months, our empire has been shaken by shocking betrayals that have struck all of us to our very cores. Many of our once-loyal comrades and once-pure lords have, of late, raised other colors- corruption. Rebellion. Cruelty. Treachery. Scheming, greed, lust, every sort of wretched vice imaginable seem to have taken root amongst those who we once imagined to be incorruptible."" Liu was a powerful orator, his eyes flashing, his voice raising with passion as he spoke. ""Even our khagan, who has so recently passed to join his ancestors, has now been implicated in the fiendish plots of Prince Zaichun and Vice-Regent Zhao."" He paused, looking grave, and looked around the room as shocked, horrified murmuring broke out. ""It seems that the rot of age and decadence has spread all throughout the government of our great empire, and while many remain loyal and true to the cause of the Dragon Throne, there are other forces at work as well. The south now burns with the fires of revolt, as mobs are stirred up by foolish, disgruntled young students set even Nanchang ablaze and unleash the winds of chaos in one of the last bastions of order in the empire. Rebellions elsewhere, in Chagatai and Hanguo, and the Prince Zaichun and his accursed co-conspirators continue to exert their vile influence over Karakorum and Kua'amar. Disaster strikes at every corner, with flooding in Guangxi, sandstorms in Gansu, a hurricane in Fujian, blizzards in Tibet, and even devastating rebellions and ruinous natural disasters are not the limit of our tribulations. Foreign barbarian powers now circle Ikh Mongol Uls like vultures around a dying horse, certain that our demise is now imminent and soon they may feast off of the rich corpse we leave behind. In every field, internal and external, we face inevitable catastrophe.<br/>""Lords and ladies, our government has failed, our khagan has failed, and, unless drastic changes are made to restore the Mandate of Heaven to this government, our very empire itself will fail. With the death of the Son of Heaven and his implication by Grand Secretariat files in the plots that have brought this nation to its knees, we cannot remain silent and we cannot simply continue on as we have for so long. That struggle, to preserve the monarchy and the old ways, is at an end, and now a new one, a struggle for the very survival of this empire, is beginning. We must now make decisions for the sake of the multitudes of Asia that go contrary to everything we have known and believed for our entire lives. If<span style=""font-style: italic"">we</span>fail to continue this new struggle, for unity, order, and civilization, then there will be no other force to save our people from the darkness of warlordism, chaos, and infighting. We must carry out our new fight to the best of our abilities, to preserve everything our empire stands for and has stood for for the last six centuries, and no matter what the cost of reuniting the broken dominion we now preside over, we must and will pay it. The first toll Victory will lay upon us is a harsh one, and an unnatural one that we now, because of the dire circumstances of the empire, find necessary. It is, quite simply, the end of the monarchy.""<br/>This time, Liu's pause was short, blasting through the numb shock of his audience and moving onwards.<br/>""Our monarchy has, quite simply, failed us. If we are to move forward and seek to reestablish unity, then we must discard this defunct, poisonous relic of the past and embrace the path Heaven has laid out for us in the desires of the people. I do not mean to say we will execute our imperial clan or imprison them or wrongfully persecute them- we shall commit no such barbaric crimes against them, just as we shall remain civilized towards all peoples of all races who we live alongside. We will not fall into the pit of sectarian, racial hatred and violence that will breed more and more chaos, nor shall we traitorously attack in any way those nations with whom the empire has maintained relations, even troubled ones. But the loyal elements of the imperial government must, henceforth, be reformed to a republican model that will be better equipped to pursue the long and bloody conflicts that will doubtless ensue in our campaign to pacify the rebellious territories, and that will bring the people the greater freedom and liberation they desire.<br/>""The loyal elements of the imperial government and military shall be restructured into a new North Asian Directorate, which will henceforth manage all affairs of state for the territories formerly controlled by the Mongol Empire. I wish to emphasis the Directorate's nature as an interim government- the newly-created Ministries of War and Public Security will be given final authority in all affairs of state until we have reunified the empire fully and restored order to Heaven's chosen lands, and the new General Assembly of elected officials shall be created so that the government can truly listen to the needs of its people. We must now lay the groundwork for a new state, one that can eventually establish peaceful, harmonious rule over all of our dying empire's territories and peoples for the greater good of all of us.""<br/>The Hall of the Steel Hand was now almost impossibly crowded, growing warm from the sheer amount of bodies in the room, as many commoners were being permitted into the Golden Orchid Court to listen to Sun Liu's passionate, inspiring, fiery, beseeching plea and ambitious proposal. Hundreds, if not more, crammed the balconies, and Khanbaliq's wealthiest nobles were now separated from riff-raff provincials fled from failed farms or the like by a few guards or by the soldiers in the unfamiliar livery of the Civil Guard.<br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Ladies and gentlemen, I ask you for not just your purses, yours swords, and your minds, but your hearts. It will be your belief in the dream of a reunified Asia, and the new government, that will truly make the difference and bring us closer to our final victory. If we are to restore order and prosperity to our lands, it must be through the conviction of the people, even more than the strength of our arms, that lead us to triumph over the rebels and barbarians who now stand against us. Victory or defeat, unity or disunity, order or chaos, life or death- no longer will these decisions be left in the hands of a single man, to command changes to the lives of millions. They are now in our hands, and we must rise to the occasion, for the salvation of all Asia!</span>""<br/><hr/><br/><br/><br/><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Nanchang<br/>Nanyu Viceroyalty</span><br/><hr/><br/><br/><br/><br/>It would seem the whole empire was suddenly ablaze with republican fervor. Nanchang was still smoldering, while the Viceroy's palace continued to slowly burn, but the city seemed to have largely returned to normal, save for the red flags flying from every post and the red-uniformed soldiers and guards who now kept order in the city.<br/>On the same day that Sun Liu made his famous speech, another man, thousands of miles away, by the name of Bataar Khadagin, the Premier of the Politburo of the Communist Party of East Asia made his own speech. The precise wording and records of what he said were lost, when, years later, the library the only copy was held in burned- but it was a tumultuous time, and there was little concern over the loss of Premier Khadagin's speech. Later historians did not need to understand his precise wording, and they could retrieve plenty of snippets from audience members, for Bataar spoke to a crowd of nearly a hundred thousand that day in Nanchang. He spoke of the corruption of the monarchy and the government, the evil of the foreign invaders who sought only to extract wealth from a dying empire, the crushing poverty and oppression of the people, and on their grand new opportunity that lay before them, to rise off and throw off the chains that had for so long bound the proletariat, to rise up against their overlords and crush them. He declared another new government to be formed that day- the Union of Revolutionary Socialist Republics, which spanned every city and town and province under control by Communist forces and claimed the entirety of the Mongol Empire's former territory.<br/>The south of China, meanwhile, was in turmoil. There were a number of examples of peasants killing landowners and nobles, of mobs paralyzing entire cities- but there were also examples of landowning families joining the revolution to hold on to their power, or declaring for the Directorate instead and using their private forces to crush any revolutionaries in their midst.<br/><br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>The greatest empire the world had ever or would ever see, Ikh Mongol Uls, the eternal kingdom, the realm of Genghis, Kublai, and Jingim, the mightiest and proudest state in Asia, the empire that had humbled even the haughtiest emperors and shahs to the dust, that had waxed and waned across the Orient for half a millennium, and defined six centuries of history in East Asia, the most populous state on Earth, the Mongol Empire, had choked out its last, desperate gasp.<br/>Its fall would soon drown Asia in a sea of blood and fire.<br/><br/><br/><hr/><br/>Reminder for me, since I keep forgetting what I'm doing here:<br/><del>Sun Liu and Niohuru Bayan launch a military coup against the Vice-Regent and smash Zaichun's forces again as they come to try and seize the khagan. The khagan is imprisoned and a military regency declared, controlling Baichuan Viceroyalty and chunks of Manchuria and Mongolia thanks to Zaichun's two nasty defeats. Liu and Company also take over Kyushu.</del><br/><del>Communist uprisings then occur in several cities, and a Union of Revolutionary Socialist Republics in declared, spanning Korea, Southern China, Yunnan, and parts of Tibet and Manchuria, and parts of Japan.</del><br/>Faisal Sajadi chooses to remain loyal to the Vice-Regent, who escapes to western China, around Xi'an or Lanzhou or maybe further up the Gansu Corridor, with a sizable force and takes over that area, which had been in anarchy between Muslim Hui rebels, Communists, Minister Sun's troops, and Zaichun's supporters.<br/><del>Asadai Batukhan marches on Kashgar and suffers a crushing defeat, but the city of Osh falls to the Kyrgyz rebellion, which is a major crisis.</del>Then the Vice-Regent will probably get smashed by Liu and flee into exile or something (he might die nobly for the Empire he tried to save, idk), and Sajadi will submit to him as an officially independent vassal known as the ""Union of Chagatid Republics,"" and Sajadi goes to negotiate with the Kyrgyz to give them their own ""republic"".<del>Mongol Empire officially breaks up as Zaichun has an assassin shoot his own father and Sun Liu declares the North Asian Directorate, controlling North China, Chagatai (sort of), and parts of Japan.</del>This is in contrast to the Communist URSR, which controls South China, Tibet, Korea, and parts of Japan, and both of them are opposed to Zaichun's little thingy up north, which he's officially still calling Ikh Mongol Uls but which most people start calling the Karakorum Remnant. The Communists and Liu's Regency meet in Wuhan for negotiations, and things end on a cliffhanger....<br/><br/><br/>Music you're going to use:<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BjpR8u7IgE4"" rel=""nofollow"">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BjpR8u7IgE4</a>(I wish you love)<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gMYNfQlf1H8"" rel=""nofollow"">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gMYNfQlf1H8</a>(Do you hear the people sing)<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LZA36YIu2yU"" rel=""nofollow"">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LZA36YIu2yU</a>(I did it my way)<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q3Kvu6Kgp88"" rel=""nofollow"">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q3Kvu6Kgp88</a>(non, je ne regrette rien)<br/><br/><br/>Flags:<br/>URSR-<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/f/f4/Flag_of_Sendero_Luminoso.svg"" rel=""nofollow"">http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/c ... minoso.svg</a><br/>North Asian Directorate-<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://www.worldstatesmen.org/cn-mk22.gif"" rel=""nofollow"">http://www.worldstatesmen.org/cn-mk22.gif</a><br/>Chagatid Federation-<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/c/cd/Flag_of_Xinjiang_Uyghur.png"" rel=""nofollow"">http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/c ... Uyghur.png</a><br/>Amur Horde (when the northern Manchurian lords rebel)-<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://alternathistory.org.ua/files/%20040113_The_Golden_Horde_Flag.png"" rel=""nofollow"">http://alternathistory.org.ua/files/%20 ... e_Flag.png</a>"
14361,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381&start=100,2015-01-23T18:18:00,Baja California y Sonora,"<div align=""Center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/jAQNwHA.png?3""/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #000040""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Tsarizm Alyaski</span> </span></span></div><br/><hr/><br/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://cdn.history.com/sites/2/2014/02/manifest-destiny-AB.jpeg""/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">The Eastward Way</span></blockquote></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin-left:75px; margin-right:75px; margin-bottom:5px; margin-top:5px"">Described as mild in climate, fertile and abundant, the poor man's dream, the royal decree of Tsar Ivan had stirred some interest in the poor of Alaskan cities. The idea of cheap, fertile land, being cleared from debt and receiving a small pension had created enough initiative for groups of Alaska's poor to claim land in the east. It had been a few days since the decree was put and already had twenty families decided to make the move- a good number considering Alaska's low population. Tagging along the future settlers of the Great Wilderness, were soldiers of the 4th platoon. Prior to being able to build a home, the citizens whom had made the move where required to help the 200 strong build a fort in order to strengthen Alaska's claim to the Great Wilderness. Led by Squadron leader Yukavich, the 120 civilians and the 200 soldiers left Peterosoki on July 12th and headed eastward into the great unknown. Of course however the land sold to the first twenty families was as fertile as the Siberian north, instead however the families where encouraged to move southward and purchase cattle or sheep rather than relay much on the land.</div><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.worldwar1.com/tgws/big/gb194.jpg""/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Do we really need it?""</span></div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Three Saint's Palace<br/>July 20th, 1881</span><br/><br/><div style=""margin-left:75px; margin-right:75px; margin-bottom:5px; margin-top:5px"">The summer was coming to a close for the Alaskan nation and as the heat faded from the capital, it all seemed to congest in the Tsar's conference room. As the minutes passed the situation in the room continued to heat up, arguments where flying across the room as forty-six of the nation's most prominent politicians questioned Alaska's necessity to keep the furthermost territories- The Far West. The men, all of them having noble blood and influential in the court of Ivan, where invited only to provide a second opinion to the king as whether Alaska should keep the Russian land inherited by his Grand Father in the Russo-Alaskan Inheritance Act of 1855. The Tsar convinced of selling the land back to Russia for a formidable price, asked his Royal Adviser Arkady Meniovich, whom then convinced the Tsar to hold a meeting and inform the rest of the court of his plan.<br/>The Tsar's questioning to keeping the Far West came around the time of Royal Decree's signature, Russia had shown interest in purchasing the Far west and this though lingered in the Tsar's mind. Looking at a map of Alaska and seeing economic reports from the two provinces that made the Alaskan Far west, he was convinced of its uselessness to the empire. Populated mostly by Siberian tribes, who clung onto independence and a white minority that thought itself as Russian rather than not Alaskan- a minority full of resent to the Alaskan crown. Apart from an unwelcoming populace, a climate as bitter as the population made the area as useless as unwelcoming. A drag to the empire, a few days following the release of the Royal Settlement decree, the Tsar convinced that Alaska would be better off without the Far West, asked a subject of his and instead he was met by a conference-one that could change the mind of the Tsar.<br/><br/>""I'll repeat to you one more time, Lord Dameichev, if the far west is as useful as you say it is, then why has continued to deplete our hardworking people's resources, rather than sustain itself?. The dammed westerners don't even consider themselves Alaskan! The majority of those folk are Siberian, ethnically inferior to us and even our native Alaskans."" The large man whom was known as Lord Yakervsiky exclaimed to one of the supporters of keeping the far west. In retaliation the other man respond as bitterly as Yakervisky had replied to him. ""You're idea is as preposterous as it is racist! Alaskan natives are more or less Siberian in all sorts and as for those Alaskans clinging onto their Russian nationalism- they are a minority within a minority- easy to erase of this world. The far west has been a territory of Alaska since we gained our independence from those deviants in Moscow. Without it our population would plummet to below the 100,000 mark. They are Alaskan and must reinterpreted! exlaimed Lord Dameichev. The two men had gathered the most attention, both being rivals since the earliest of days and the loudest their too, their debate would be the center argument for the conference. Lord Yakervsiky retaliated. ""The far west has kept us lagging, all those resources and investments we have used to develop that solid block of ice, nothing in return. To hell with them I say, they provide nothing for us but troubles. And if it so much worries you of our population decrease, have Russia deport them back to Alaska so we can send them to land with an actual future.""<br/><br/>The conference prolonged itself for three more days, different speakers came to debate, new points where given, and alas the question of ""Do we really need it?"" surfaced. It made Alaska look powerful, yet in a crippling state, independent in some areas and an economic blackhole. The first taste of democracy entered the Alaskan nation on July 23rd, 1881. A voting session took place in the conference, the question ""Should Alaska keep the Far West?"" became the final topic. With a count of 32 ayes, 12 nays and 2 abstainers, it was decided that the Far West would be sold to Russia.</div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Letter to Russia""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""Center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/jAQNwHA.png?3""/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #000040""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Tsarizm Alyaski</span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Official Telegram from the Tsar's desk. </span></span></div><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><div style=""float: left;"">To: Foreign Offices of The Dominion of the Unified Russia<br/>Addressed to: The Ruler(s) of the Dominion of the Unified Russia</div></span><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">G</span></span>reetings fellow ally!<br/><div style=""margin-left:75px; margin-right:75px; margin-bottom:5px; margin-top:5px"">Our two nations have a long and shared history, we are brother nations- one language unites us and our nation's alliance is set till the day the Earth stops. We have been aware of Russia's interests in the Far West for quite some time now, and previous proposals which have all been thoughtfully rejected are our country's greatest regret. We believe that in order for our countries to grow we must each be more powerful and what best way than to gain land? We are willing to accept your nation's offer to purchase the Alaskan Far West for the sum of money you proposed to our nation in your most recent communique(10.5 million USD-later to be converted into Russian Rubles). We accept this offer as a way to strengthen our bonds and a message of goodwill from our people to your people. We have however added more clauses to the purchase agreement that we wish to review to your nation. Send a diplomat to our capital, Baranovaichka<br/><br/>With kind regards,<br/>- Ivan I of The Tsardom of Alaska.</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><hr/><br/><br/>- Post Conclusions -<br/>- Alaskans begin settling the Yukon<br/>- Alaska has it's first taste of democracy in the Tsar's conference<br/>- Alaska decides to sell The Russian Far East back to Russia for a sum of 10.5 million USD"
14362,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381&start=100,2015-01-23T21:10:00,Alleniana,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Confederation of Italy</span><br/><br/>-reserved for flag, which I need to make sure with Neo is properly imitating Napoleon's version-<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Turin, Piedmont, Confederation of Italy<br/>15th of July, 1881</span></div><br/><hr/><br/>""Independence! Freedom! Liberty! Italy!""<br/><br/>Cries that would have echoed in quieter times now jostled about, joining others and creating a mass of indeterminate, but passionately vocal sound. Though the referendum had been granted and a vote would indeed soon be taking place, the protests had still been going on at the time, and only now, as the news spread and people began to cheer more than they shouted, did things wind down. Nationalism did not wind down easily, even with success, and still, crowds milling, bearing their signs and banners, went round and round, filling the centre of venerable Turin. Many were leaving, indeed, but still many more were still caught up in wild fervour, excited by their perceived victory and anticipating the rubber stamp referendum they knew they truly could not lose.<br/><br/>It was just an expression of excitement, of passion, of fierce sentiment and hope and everything a nationalists' heart would well up with for their nation, animating Turin's streets and people and piazzas and apartments, and sending a loud message to Europe at large that Italy was rising. Though they, pushed up against other fellow Piedmontese in the squares and roads, perhaps did not know it well, they were announcing a message to Europe as a whole, heralding the birth of Italy proper. The Italian spirit was freed, the genie let out of the bottle, and now not heaven nor hell could cram it back in. And damn it all, the world would know, for here it was, gallivanting and exploding in Turin. Red and white fluttered about Turin's lands, borne by proud Italians standing about their own mighty Italian city.<br/><br/>It would only be by that night, in fact, that finally calmed by the announcement of what they were campaigning for, most of the Piedmontese, or Italians as they would call themselves now, left for their homes in and around Turin. It was, too, during that night that similar but smaller groups in Genoa and other cities dispersed, having made their mark on history too. And, not only that, but the night saw the announcement of the date of the referendum too. Barely within a month; the nationalists were impatient, and few doubted that errors in the referendum could be great enough to change the anticipated landslide outcome. It was a very reasonable assumption.<br/><br/>Most were not even that patient, though. Already, ""legions"" had begun to be formed, imitating the old Roman organisation as well as that of the new Kingdom of Rome, a fellow nationalist state. Recruiters had begun moving into Francia, German-majority Switzerland and Bohemia, and even some daredevils into the Dual Kingdom where they thought they could. If Italians lived in pockets too small to properly join Italy, they reasoned, they could help by moving themselves or simply operating for Italy outside of it proper, and indeed, at least moderate success was expected with extracting people and funds out of areas like Francia, while much more blatant recruiting was to go on in Bohemia, which owned an area that not even Bohemia itself could deny was dominated by Italians. That is not to say that men were only recruited from areas where they could not go to the nearest recruitment office for Italy; within Piedmont itself, too, people marched the streets and called young men to join them, signing up for the Piedmontese branch of the Confederal Italian Army before it even existed. Not that it stopped them in any way, with recruitment officers who suddenly found themselves in an odd position either using their initiative or contacting their superiors, who by and large began to take them into regional, cantonal units which they refrained from referring to as Swiss even if they formally were. After all, they soon wouldn't be. Many, in fact, were speedily renamed into legionary names, one thing that could be done before the referendum took place.<br/><br/>All across Piedmont, as the Italian region of Switzerland referred to itself as, actions in anticipation of liberation and other general expressions of their sentiments were abundant, the hue and cry being raised everywhere and each cheer only servicing the Italian cause's enthusiasm even more. Legions flooded streets recently filled with protesters, eager to begin, and in fact, even government offices for for military nurses and joining the soon-to-be Italian bureaucracy saw overflowing. The governments themselves, in fact, began operating almost independently, preparing letters to other nations and declarations and other trappings of independent states, so clear was their conviction of the referendum's outcome. Indubitably, spirits were high, and Italy was rising. Perhaps only half in step with Rome, Piedmont had advanced triumphantly into its new, nationalist, but still republican and liberal Italian identity, and soon, so would the rest of Italy. Or, at least, so they hoped.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">letter maybe</blockquote>"
14363,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381&start=100,2015-01-24T00:44:00,Finland SSR,"<div align=""center"">-flag will wait-<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Baltic Freedom Movement<br/>Baltijos Laisvės Sąjūdis<br/>Baltijas Briviba Kūstiba<br/>(more languages will be added later)</span></span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Vilnius, Kingdom of Lithuania, Ruthenian Empire</span><br/><br/>""Let our children talk the language of their home!""<br/><br/>Around 600 protesters, waving various flags of the Baltic Freedom Movement and shouting various phrases, gathered in the Town Square, in front of the Vilnius Cathedral on this wet Sunday afternoon. It was the first protest organized by the organization in this decade, as the last happened in 1879 in Tallinn. However, the problem was the same. It is known to pretty much every person in Ruthenia that, while national languages are taught in schools and they can be used in daily life, the army does not follow this freedom. All recruits are forced to speak Polish, regardless of their nationality or birth language. This aggravated the Baltic communitis. It wasn't uncommon for a man to return from the army decades after he left his family, and having forgotten the language of his home! The Baltics were trying to resist polonization since their inclusion to Ruthenia, and Polish language forcement was against their interests.<br/><br/>Vytautas Andsbergis stepped out of the crowd and stood in front of the proterters. Hundreds of citizens also gathered in the Town Square to listen to his speech.<br/><br/>""My dear Lithuanian populace!"" Vytautas spoke. ""We are all aware of the conditions that are happening in the army of our nation right now. Recruits are forcefully taken from our villages to add to the army, and in there, facing death in wars almost all of the time, they are not even allowed to speak in the language of their birth. We, the Baltic Freedom Movement, disagree! If you are already taking away our sons and sending them to die thousands of kilometers away in burning steppes or freezing taigas, and you ban the only thing that still reminds them of their families, then what kind of fee nation is that. We shall march to the Sejm and present our demands!""<br/><br/>The people clapped and started slowly marching towards the Sejm, waving their flags and shouting various phrases, mostly directed towards the oppression against the culture of the Baltics and support of Vytautas's goal. However, the march was quite peaceful, and no aggression was noted.<br/><br/>It looked like the beginning of something..."
14364,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381&start=100,2015-01-24T15:38:00,Aldelxane,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">July 29th, 1881</span></span><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Telegram to the Government of Ruthenia""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-size: 85%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Sent From: the Offices of the Foreign Ministry of the Union</span></span><br/><br/>Dear Sirs, <br/><br/>Speaking for the great union of Bohemia and it's parliament, we are pleased to inform you that we are in favor of this pact you speak of, and commend the wisdom of Ruthenia in it's government in seeking friends, rather than enemies. It must be stipulated that the states of Tyrol, Austria, and Venice will not be obligated to participate in any cultural exchange, due to cultural and ethnic differences in these states from the Balkan Slavic culture present in the rest of the Union. However, said states may or may not decide to participate in these aspects of the pact, as they see fit. Despite this exemption, as dictated by the people of the aforementioned states, all other states of the Bohemian Union will be happy to engage in the cultural aspects of the proposed pact, and all states in the Union are willing to discuss commercial and military agreements. At this time, the Bohemian Union is in favor of a tripartite military alliance between Bulgaria, Ruthenia, and itself as the martial aspect of the pact, and agreements surrounding lowered tariffs on trade in needed raw materials between the prospective signatory states, as well as an agreement to economic cooperation for the benefit of said states in the future.<br/><br/>Best wishes to your nation, <br/>The Foreign Ministry of the Union</div></div></div><br/>__________________________________________________________________________<br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">July 30th, 1881</span></span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Venice, Bohemia</span><br/><br/>The tramp of boots echoed across the sweltering summer streets, as the men of the UPF* disembarked from their transports onto the quays of Venetian waterfront. The division had been dispatched to the province after worrying reports of recruitment by Italian nationalist cells, or as they had been painted with great success by the nation's news media, murderous ""radical terrorists"" bent on the destruction of the republic and a return to the slavery of aristocrats. A crowd had assembled in the streets to meet the arrival of the troops, and cheering drowned out the sound of the marching soldiers. Within the crowd, a young man, about twenty years of age, wove his way through the press of bodies. In his hand, he clutched a loaded pistol. Now, Major General Bernardino Accardo stepped off the deck of a transport, flanked on both sides by guards. In an instant, the young man burst from the crowd. Although his cry of ""con l'Italia"" was drowned out by the crowd, the gunshot pierced the humid air. A red stain began to spread across the leg of Accardo's uniform, but even as he collapsed, a private slammed the gunman to the floor, knocking the pistol from his hand. Shocked children clung to the arms of their mothers, as two burly sergeants cuffed the man and dragged him away. Some in the crowd jeered at the would-be assassin brought low, while others, stunned by the violence, stood wide-eyed and staring. A shaken aide de camp helped the Accardo to his feet, as a doctor was hurried onto the scene and the Venice police sent the crowd back to their homes.<br/>__________________________________________________________________________<br/><br/>*UPF=Union Peacekeeping Force<br/>__________________________________________________________________________"
14365,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381&start=100,2015-01-25T11:41:00,Vredlandia,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/e/ec/Flag_of_the_German_Empire.svg/320px-Flag_of_the_German_Empire.svg.png""/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 165%; line-height: 116%;"">The North German Confederation</span></div><br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Stadtschloss, Berlin</span></span><br/><br/>Friedrich Franz III. was a very interesting man, at least to the public. He went to a normal school in Saxony, became Grand Duke of Mecklenburg at a very young age, travelled around the Middle East, but was barely able to rule due to his many illnesses. Furthermore people rumoured that he rather enjoyed the company of men instead of women. Nonetheless his family held great influence in Berlin, because of being one of the oldest ruling dynasties in Germany and thanks to many weddings into eachothers houses. That was why the Grand Duke, despite having a regent for himself at home, was chosen to be advisor to King Wilhelm when it came to Egypt and the Middle East.<br/><br/>Normally they met at the Stadtschloss to discuss their policies, but this time Friedrich asked the King for an audience on his own behalf. During his trip to Alexandria some years ago he met a minor Prussian noble, a little older than him but very charming and, similar to Friedrich , a lover of fine arts. After some talks they found out that they even went to the same school. In the last few days of their trip to the Orient (that they decided to spend together), they forged a very strong bond between eachother. Afterwards it took quite some time until they met again, though, because both studied in different cities.<br/><br/>Just recently they met again. The Prussian, Philip of Eulenburg, now worked for the diplomatic corps and found out about a surprisingly large march in Vilnius. He sensed a huge opportunity, but needed the support of His Majesty to go there, so he asked the Grand Duke to support his cause. This chain of events now lead to the audience with King Wilhelm, who arrived a little late. The King looked old and seemed to grow weaker every day. The Crown Prince helped his father walk and sit down before greeting the two guests. ""Your Royal Highness, Excellency. It is an utmost pleasure to welcome you. My father will now listen to your issues.""<br/><br/>Following the Crown Prince, the Grand Duke explained the matter. According to him it would greatly help the North German Confederation and Prussia to support the Baltic Movement, or at least have someone talk to them. Not only could that weaken their unwelcome neighbour, but also increase the chances to get long lost territories back. Furthermore a loyal partner in that area would be a great tactical advantage. Of course not everything they said was quite true, but it was the success that counted. And they were successful. In the end King Wilhelm decided to send Eulenburg to Vilnius, to discuss with the leader of the movement.<br/><br/>Knowing that ethnic Germans didn't lose all of their influence in the Baltic, they sent a letter in German to Vytautas Andsbergis.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""To the Baltic Freedom Movement""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Dear Mr.Andsbergis,<br/><br/>A member of the North German diplomatic corps heard of the gathering in Vilnius. It is pleasant to hear that you don't fear Ruthenia and fight for the rights of your ethnic groups. For the North German Confederation it is even more pleasant to hear that you also fight for the rights of Prussians. My own family belongs the traditional Prussian nobility, so I'm in contact with many of our kinsmen. In addition I have been authorized to decide about supporting your movement financially. For that reason I would be honored to be invited to Vilnius. The Society for Prussian Cultural Heritage will pay for any costs during my stay.<br/><br/>I remain with cordial greetings,<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Philip von Eulenburg</span></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bonn, Rhine Province</span></span><br/><div style=""float: right;""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/b/b7/Adolf_Hoffmann-Heyden.JPG/177px-Adolf_Hoffmann-Heyden.JPG""/></div><br/>Christian looked through the ranks of this large hall. Never before he had spoken in front of that many students, or people in general. Just like Wartburgfest or the Hambacher Fest, this event could write history. Almost every Prussian Burschenschaft came to Bonn today, but there were others from non-Prussian territories as well. They all had one goal, though: A united German nation, stretching from Metz to Memel, from Schleswig to Switzerland and South Tyrol. At the beginning they were laughed at - how should all these territories unite? But nationalist tendencies all over the world made the critics silence.<br/><br/>As speaker of a Burschenschaft from Kiel, Christian was well aware of the dispute of ethnicities. Many members of his family died during the unification wars, but Germany never unified. However, it came closer to unifying than ever. Regarding his slim and weak appearance it was rather humorous that Christian had to speak for all of these students now, after all there were many more charismatic and strong future leaders among them, while he only wanted to become a judge, just like his father. His face was decorated by more or less small scars, a sign that he fought in traditional fencing duels often. Energetic he jumped onto a table and awaited until the guests silenced.<br/><br/>""My German brothers! For a long time we have fought for the unification of our mighty fatherland. For a long time all we did was changing minor things, I have heard friends say. But is it not our struggle for unity that awoke the sleeping Italian entity? They, too, have discovered that they can only live free and enjoy the liberty of our time if they decide to join a union with eachother. A cousin from Geneva told me that their movement has reached the most remote villages. Everywhere the people pick up their arms and join the Holy Crusade against the evil of fragmentation and foreign rule. It is a sign that, finally, we need to act as well. God knows that Germany will have to unify next.<br/><br/>Therefore we should not only concentrate on our work at home. The unification of Italy would be the best that could happen to us right now. I have spoken to our dear host and some other student leaders about this and we have come to the conclusion that it would be necessary to support the Italian unionists. We're collecting money to support them, so if you're able to give something, please contact your Burschenschaft leader. Other than that we need students from the other German states to advertise for our cause. If you volunteer to help them, we will assign you to an area. The German flag shall be raised, it is our time. Hail to our monarchy, hail to our fatherland!""<br/><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/9/9f/Landesvater_in_Prag_von_Oscar_Rex_um_1900-1905.jpg/320px-Landesvater_in_Prag_von_Oscar_Rex_um_1900-1905.jpg""/></div><br/><br/>After he received storming applause from his fellow German brothers, Christian jumped off the table and raised his sable to cross it with the host, who was leader of a Burschenschaft from Bonn himself. Their table was less enthusiastic, mainly because most of them still had to organise something or yet had to speak to the large bulk of average students sitting all across the rest of the hall. First, however, a marching band would play the tune of the nationalistic song '<a class=""postlink"" href=""https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2hrsHwVKdpU"" rel=""nofollow"">Deutschland hoch in Ehren</a>'. Many of the students sang along. If one didn't know any better, one could assume that these boys would march into war the next day."
14366,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381&start=125,2015-01-26T11:26:00,Finland SSR,"<div align=""center"">-flag doesn't want to work-<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Baltic Freedom Movement<br/>Baltijos Laisvės Sąjūdis<br/>Baltijas Briviba Kūstiba<br/>(more languages will be added later)</span></span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Gediminas Street 41, Vilnius, Lithuania</span><br/><br/>""It's a message from the Germans.""<br/><br/>Andrej Vorshevsky, the member of the Lithuanian part of the movement responsible for relations with foreign powers, had just arrived to the cabinet of Vytautas Andsbergis, the leader of the Lithuanian side of the organization. Vytautas was sitting in a chair behind a small and not really luxurious desk, filled up with large files of letters, papers and other useless stuff. ""What are they talking about in the letter?"" he asked Andrej.<br/><br/>""I think it would be appropriate for you to read it yourself. After all, you are the personal receiver."" he replied and put the letter on the desk after moving a small pile of plans to the left side. Vytautas put on his glasses and started loudly reading.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Vredlandia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324381&amp;p=23264483#p23264483"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Dear Mr.Andsbergis,<br/><br/>A member of the North German diplomatic corps heard of the gathering in Vilnius. It is pleasant to hear that you don't fear Ruthenia and fight for the rights of your ethnic groups. For the North German Confederation it is even more pleasant to hear that you also fight for the rights of Prussians. My own family belongs the traditional Prussian nobility, so I'm in contact with many of our kinsmen. In addition I have been authorized to decide about supporting your movement financially. For that reason I would be honored to be invited to Vilnius. The Society for Prussian Cultural Heritage will pay for any costs during my stay.<br/><br/>I remain with cordial greetings,<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Philip von Eulenburg</span></blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Interesting..."" Vytautas said out after reading the letter.<br/><br/>""Sir, what should I write in the reply?"" Andrej asked. Vytautas laid down in his chair and lighted up a cigar he was holding in his left hand the whole time.<br/><br/>""Bring me a pen and some paper. I feel like it would be appropriate to answer personally.""<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""To the North German Confederation""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Dear Mr. von Eulendurg,<br/><br/>It is always nice to hear that people outside of our organization hear of our pleas and understand the need for political and cultural freedoms for our peoples. As such, we welcome your support to our movement. Especiually towards the Prussian peoples. After all, there is some Prussian blood in my veins as well - my grandfather from the mother's side was from your people. As for a visit to our beautiful city of Vilnius, we are going to see our current schedule and inform you with the possible date of the meeting.</blockquote><br/><br/>Signed,<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Vytautas Andsbergis</span></div></div></div>"
14367,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381&start=125,2015-01-26T22:42:00,The Kingdom of Glitter,"<div align=""center""><div style=""margin-left:75px; margin-right:75px; margin-bottom:5px; margin-top:5px""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><hr/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/QWIb209.png""/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">The Dual Kingdom of Catalonia and Naples</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 130%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #BF0000"">El Dual Regne de Catalunya i Nàpols</span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #FFBF00"">Life in Dear Partenope</span></span><br/><span style=""color: #FFBF00""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Naples, Naples | August 19th 1881 Anno Domini</span></span><br/><br/><hr/></blockquote></div></div><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Palazzu dels Duis Santus</span><br/><br/>In accordance with the planned rotation of the Royal Assembly and in turn the monarchy, the Prince of Girona had traveled with his wife and closet of aides to the city of Naples, one of the two capitals of the Dual Kingdom. Due to his father's prolonged presence at the Siege of Rome, something that was expected to linger for almost another full month, the Prince remained the closet link to the Crown that the Royal Assembly maintained, and continued to work hand in hand with the Conservative Party. His father was too busy with Rome to pay much attention to the recent change in government that occurred in Barcelona nearly two months before. The government was scheduled to be in Naples on the twenty fifth, but due to the recent protests over Egypt and a growing rift in the former Coalition government the transition was delayed until the first of July. It was only further pushed back after the Conservative Party rose to power, and finally arrived in Naples on the eighth of July.<br/><br/>Naples was an old city, but it was beautiful nonetheless. The royal family's original residence was<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Castel_Nuovo"" rel=""nofollow"">Castel Santu Gennaro (Castle Saint Januarius)</a>, named after the patron saint of the Kingdom of Naples. It was originally built in 1282 and had remained the seat of the House of Anjou until the dynasty came to its end and the de Valencias inherited the Neapolitan throne. After the inheritance the castle, of which was once known as both Castel Nuovo (New Castle) and Castel Angioino (Castle Anjou), was the primary residence of the Aragonese monarchs when they would visit Naples, of which occurred rarely. As such the castle itself largely became a military fortress. After the reforms of King Alfonso VII the city required a new royal residence, and the king ordered the construction of the<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Palace_of_Caserta"" rel=""nofollow"">Palazzu dels Duis Santus (Palace of the Two Saints)</a>. This had become the official residence of the Catalopolitian royals in the capital of Naples. It was a truly grand palace, one to rival those of the great European rulers. This was where Prince Filipe and Andreu, and of course Princess Catarina, would make their residence until their return to Barcelona in January. Normally the scheduled rotations did not apply to the Prince of Girona, but due to his growing influence in the Catalopolitian government he and his political allies deemed it necessary for him to reside close to the Royal Assembly. The typical residence of the Prince of Ginora, known in the Kingdom of Naples as the Prince of Bari, was the<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Palace_of_Capodimonte"" rel=""nofollow"">Palazzu de Capodimonte (Palace of Capodimonte)</a>. However, since the Prince was essentially assuming his fathers role, he stayed at the much more luxurious Palazzu dels Duis Santus.<br/><br/>It was an early August morning and the Prince had just sat down for his morning tea with Andreu and the Princess. The trio did what they did almost every morning, gossip about the affairs of the de Valencia family, discuss the happenings of the day that had just passed, and of course share their plans for the day. Today the Prince had a meeting with Prime Minister Artur Mas i Gazzara. The Prime Minister himself had a close link to the Kingdom of Naples, with his maternal linage originating in a village outside of Melfi. Ethnically, he was half Catalan and half Sicilian, just as many other prominent figures in Catalopolitian society were. Even the royal family had a strong Sicilian presence in their family lineage.<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Well, Your Highness, I am sure your meeting with the Prime Minister is of most importance. Have you any idea what it is about?</span>"" the Prince's favorite asked before taking another sip of his tea.<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">I have not a clue, my dear Andreu. One can assume it will pertain to our recent expansion into Western Africa, or perhaps even my father's adventures up in Rome. These are the issues currently affecting our realm after all.</span>""<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">One cannot forget Egypt, Filipe.""</span>the Princess added with a chuckle.<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Bah, that monstrosity will soon be in the past. Our delegation will be in Berlin next month to bring that Bastard's mess to a close. I do hope Trias can at least salvage Cyrenaica, but even that is doubtful now. The Conservatives will prove much better for our people than the Liberals ever did. Their failures are a disgrace to our nation, and I have no issue with the current residence of the now late Prime Minister. Calling me a homosexual in front of the entire Chamber of Deputies. The sheer nerve of that pig.</span>""<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">I will not miss him, that is for sure. Besides, Mas seems to be a much better candidate to lead us through these changing times. Send him my regards, Filipe.</span>""<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">I shall do so, Catarina. But come, Andreu. We must be off, we must not keep the Prime Minister waiting. I shall see you later this evening, Catarina. Try to get out and enjoy the city, I know Andreu and I shall.</span>""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Prime Minister's Estate</span><br/><br/>The Prince made his way to the<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Royal_Palace_of_Naples"" rel=""nofollow"">Prime Minister's Estate</a>with Andreu at his side. The pair arrived at the former royal residence that had since been transformed into the Prime Minister's primary residence in the capital of Naples. His offices and personal staff were also located in the Estate. It was a hub for the political happenings in Naples and had received many visits from the Catalopolitian royalty. Today was no exception, as what was essentially the regent of the Dual Kingdom made his way into the Prime Minister's Estate.<br/><br/>Prime Minister Mas i Gazzara greeted the Prince of Bari as he entered the Estate, and the two made their way to the Drawing Room, closely followed by Andreu. It was not custom for an aide to the royals to accompany them into high profile meetings, but the Prince valued Andreu's opinions more than he valued most others and knew that Andreu would help him remember things that might escape his own mind. The aide would remain silent, however, refusing to interfere with official government business. Besides, he was just an aide after all, or so many believed. Andreu Gallo i Puigdemont was born to the upper middle class, the son of merchant from the island of Sardinia. Overtime he made his way to Barcelona, where he met the Prince soon after the royal had finished studying at the University of Barcelona. Not long after the Prince of Bari invited him to serve as one of his chief personal aides, and Andreu had been more than a faithful servant ever since.<br/><br/>The group sat down, and the Prime Minister eagerly began the conversation.<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">It is my utmost pleasure to have you in my home, Your Highness. And of course it is also a pleasure to have you too, Senyor Gallo. As you are aware there are very pressing issues facing our nation and I wish to keep you updated on the situation. First I would like to discuss our recent ventures in West Africa. Several of the native kingdoms met our arrival with fierce resistance, but our Marines quickly defeated them. The coastal regions of the region are now under our direct control. Viceroy Toset i Vivas has been making excellent progress and has thus far been able to establish the remaining non-hostile kingdoms as protectorates of the Dual Kingdom. We hope to elevate him from simply the Viceroy of Sant Jordi to the Viceroy of Catalopolitian West Africa, or perhaps a better suited name for the Viceroyship. The Royal Charters are also slowly making progress in executing their plans for economic exploration of the region. Sugar is also being harvested, alongside the native gum arabic. Cotton has been planted and it is hoped the harvest shall be a success. All in all, our endeavors in West Africa have thus far been a success.</span>""<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Most refreshing news indeed, especially considering the recent embarrassments of the government that preceded yours. The name appears to work, although something with more flare would obviously be preferable. I shall consult with my wife and Andreu once we return to the Palazzu dels Duis Santus to see if the three of us could come up with something better suited for our new possession.</span>""<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Sounds lovely, Sir. Now, I would also like to fill you in on the situation in Albania. The overall atmosphere has significantly improved. The recovery effort, led by Cardinal Richardo de Cerzano, has been a success thus far. The Church's donation has aided us in bringing relief to the region, and much of the previously destroyed Church property has either been completed or excellent progress us been made upon it. The Church's donation has also helped us bring relief to the civilians, which was further aided by those in Nouvelle France with their own generous donation. Returning to the topic of the Cardinal. We have ensured he is safe while in Albania, and has received his own personal guard to ensure his well being is maintained. After the recent developments in the Papal State, he is one of the few Cardinals from God's Realm that made it out in tact, thus we need to ensure his protection. We have two other Cardinals who fled the Papal States and arrived up north near Cassino. One of the two is with your father, while the other resides in the safety of one of our northern forts. These three men will be key to restoring the Papal government once Rome finally falls.</span>""<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">I am glad those in Albania have found some relief. However, I must say the situation in Rome does not interest me as much as other topics. Rome is my father's crusade, not mine. I am still glad that progress is being made, and these three Cardinals are safely in our hands. The disgraceful and barbaric acts of the Romans are a sheer abomination, and thankfully the Lord has spared three of his servants from a fate others unfortunately met.</span>""<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Yes indeed, Sir. And since we are on the topic of the Romans and the rising Italian movement, I must inform you of the occurrences in Piedmont. They have succeeded from Swiss and are now their own entity. We fear they hope to unify the Peninsula. They are no threat to us on their own, and with our dear friends abroad I can assure you any actions of which they execute will not harm our nation in the slightest.</span>""<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">I am glad you are so certain, Prime Minister. However, I myself am more reluctant to believe this. We must cooperate with our friends in Bohemia and Francia at this time. This Italian movement is a threat to all of us. Mobilize several regiments and have them patrol our border with the Tuscans. The Royal Navy shall also begin patrolling our coastlines, in case they wish to sneak past the blockade we have placed on that ""Kingdom"" along with our forces there. Vigilance is needed, Senyor Mas. Thankfully, we are a relatively tolerant society. The ""Italians"" in Ancona-Romagna are widely accepted by the Catalan and Sicilian majorities. We have granted them great amounts of autonomy, and those who reside in that region appear to be content with our jurisdiction over them. This could change at any moment, however. We must remain peaceful in our treatment of these ""Italians"". We cannot turn any of them into martyrs. We must do the same with Rome. Please send word to my father imploring him to spare the civilian population of the city unless they directly attack Catalopolitian soldiers. Let us hope tolerance and peace shall prevail. However, should these ""Italians"" turn violent, there is nothing stopping us from returning the favor.</span>""<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">All excellent points, Sir. I shall personally see that the telegram is sent to your father's command and will see to it that letters are dispatched to our neighbors and friends pertaining to the recent occurrences in the region. Cooperation may be key to defeating this ""Italian"" movement. The patrols you have requested shall also be made.</span>""<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Very good indeed. I must thank you for having me, Prime Minister. I shall see you soon, I am sure. Come Andreu, let us go. We have a city to visit.</span>""<br/><br/>The two men shook hands and the Prince of Bari and Andreu made their way out of the Prime Minister's Estate and headed off for a day out in dear Partenope.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><div style=""margin-left:75px; margin-right:75px; margin-bottom:5px; margin-top:5px""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/b/b6/Coat_of_Arms_of_Valencia_%28Spain%29.svg/200px-Coat_of_Arms_of_Valencia_%28Spain%29.svg.png""/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">TO THE BOHEMIAN FOREIGN RELATIONS OFFICE</span></span><br/>From the Dual Kingdom's Relations Department.</div><hr/><br/>As we are sure you are well aware, the recent events in both Rome and now Piedmont concern our government greatly. Any sense of a pan-""Italian"" movement is a direct threat to both the Bohemian Union and the Dual Kingdom. As long standing allies, we wish to cooperate with your government and your military to handle this threat. Unity is key to defending our sovereign territory from these ""Italians"". <br/><br/>To handle the rise of nationalism the Prince of Bari, better known as the Prince of Girona, has requested we begin to patrol the shores of our nation, to ensure nothing suspicious enters our waters. Patrols are also taking place along the border with Tuscany-Lombardy. They are a friend of ours, and we hope that it shall remain that way, however with the rise of ""Italian"" nationalism and the potential path for a violent insurrection we do not know how much longer they will remain friendly. <br/><br/>Due to the rising threat posed to my government and the governments of many others in this region, a separate communique will be sent to you inviting your nation to partake in the Conference of Naples to address the rising threat and hopefully pursue a peaceful solution. <br/><br/><br/>May God help us through these turbulent times. <br/><br/><hr/></blockquote></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin-left:75px; margin-right:75px; margin-bottom:5px; margin-top:5px""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/b/b6/Coat_of_Arms_of_Valencia_%28Spain%29.svg/200px-Coat_of_Arms_of_Valencia_%28Spain%29.svg.png""/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">TO THE FRANKISH FOREIGN RELATIONS OFFICE</span></span><br/>From the Dual Kingdom's Relations Department.</div><hr/><br/>As we are sure you are well aware, the recent events in both Rome and now Piedmont concern our government greatly. Any sense of a pan-""Italian"" movement is a direct threat to the stability of our region and must be handled immediately. We would like to extend a friendly hand and request cooperation between the Dual Kingdom and Francia to ensure our region remains stable. <br/><br/>Due to the rising threat posed to my government and the governments of many others in this region, a separate communique will be sent to you inviting your nation to partake in the Conference of Naples to address the rising threat and hopefully pursue a peaceful solution. <br/><br/>May God help us through these turbulent times. <br/><br/><hr/></blockquote></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin-left:75px; margin-right:75px; margin-bottom:5px; margin-top:5px""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/b/b6/Coat_of_Arms_of_Valencia_%28Spain%29.svg/200px-Coat_of_Arms_of_Valencia_%28Spain%29.svg.png""/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">TO THE TUSCAN-LOMBARD FOREIGN RELATIONS OFFICE</span></span><br/>From the Dual Kingdom's Relations Department.</div><hr/><br/>As we are sure you are well aware, the recent events in both Rome and now Piedmont concern our government greatly. Any sense of a pan-""Italian"" movement is a direct threat to the stability of our region and must be handled immediately. Our nations are already cooperating in destroying the self-declared ""Kingdom of Rome"" to restore stability to the Papal States. We would now like to continue this cooperation in handling the rising threat potentially found in Piedmont, as my government fears they may turn hostile and potentially attack your nation. <br/><br/>We would also like to warn you that our soldiers have begun to patrol our shared border, to further ensure nothing undesirable enters our nation through yours, namely in the form of ""Italian"" nationalists who wish to potentially bring instability to Ancona-Romagna and Naples. These soldiers are not violent in nature, and are essentially border guard. We have no intentions of ever allowing them to set foot on Tuscan-Lombard soil. <br/><br/>Due to the rising threat posed to my government and the governments of many others in this region, a separate communique will be sent to you inviting your nation to partake in the Conference of Naples to address the rising threat and hopefully pursue a peaceful solution. <br/><br/>May God help us through these turbulent times. <br/><br/><hr/></blockquote></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin-left:75px; margin-right:75px; margin-bottom:5px; margin-top:5px""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/b/b6/Coat_of_Arms_of_Valencia_%28Spain%29.svg/200px-Coat_of_Arms_of_Valencia_%28Spain%29.svg.png""/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">TO THE BOHEMIAN, FRANKISH, GREEK, PORTUGUESE, SWISS, AND TUSCAN-LOMBARD FOREIGN RELATIONS OFFICES</span></span><br/>From the Dual Kingdom's Relations Department.</div><hr/><br/>The recent events that have transpired on the Peninsula are of the deepest of concerns to our government. We fear that a period of instability is going to consume our region, and potentially drag her into a prolonged period of war and violence. <br/><br/>To ensure stability is maintained, our government will be calling for the Conference of Naples. The conference shall take place on the thirtieth of September in the city of Naples at the Palazzu dels Duis Santus, and will be hosted by the Prince of Bari, better known as the Prince of Girona, and our Prime Minister. We also hope our King will be able to attend, should he finish the task of restoring the Papacy's rightful control over the city of Rome and the surrounding region known as the Papal States. Arrangements will be made for your dignitaries to reside in the Arbergu Excelsior (Hotel Excelsior) for the duration of the conference. <br/><br/>To prevent conflict with the nations attending the Conference of Berlin, should Berlin run too close to the thirtieth a communique will be send informing your governments of the postponing of the Conference of Naples. However, should this prove to be an inconvenience to any dignitaries already traveling to Naples, they will still be welcomed in the capital of Naples and can simply enjoy a brief vacation in the city. <br/><br/>May God help us through these turbulent times. <br/><br/><hr/></blockquote></div><br/><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">POST SUMMARY:</span><br/><ul><li>The Royal Assembly and government are now based out of Naples until the new year.</li><li>Prince Filipe and the Prime Minister discuss various occurrences throughout the nation and the region. Revealed is the Catalopolitian dominance over the coast regions of their holdings in West Africa, the progress in regards to the recovery effort in Albania, and the Prince's plans for handling a rising sense of an ""Italian"" identity.</li><li>The Catalopolitian Government calls for the Conference of Naples to take place on September 30th.</li></ul>"
14368,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381&start=125,2015-01-27T07:38:00,Auchterland,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">Military Coalition of the Andes</span><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Coalizão Militar dos Andes</span></span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">20th August, 1881.<br/>Lima, MCA.</span><br/><br/>On that afternoon, the activity in the capital city of the MCA had changed. A few hundred men and women marched upon its streets. They were mostly workers, students and small business owners, all discontent with the current situation of the nation. Their demands were political and economical opening - for too long the military government had controlled the people with an iron fist. They wished to have a voice in politics, to lead their businesses and lives without too much interference from the State, to have a government that spent less tax money on the military and more on other services needed by the people. Protesters waved red and green flags, carried signs with words such as ""Less soldiers, more humans"", and many chanted<a class=""postlink"" href=""https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A_2Gtz-zAzM"" rel=""nofollow"">a song</a>together as they kept on marching. The police watched all this from a safe distance.<br/><br/>As the protesters reached the core of the city, the Praça Maior, however, the authorities started to grow worried. A line of policemen was formed in front of the crowd, halting their advance. Many yelled even more fiercely as they saw themselves close to the line. Those who sung elevated their voices.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""There are armed soldiers, loved or not...""</span>Then, a too brave student marched forth in the direction of the police's lines. Even though he was warned to back off, he did not listen.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Nearly all lost, with weapons in hand.""</span>The authorities finally deemed him to have pushed too far.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""In the barracks they teach them an old lesson...""</span>An order was given and brute force was unleashed upon the young man - policemen armed with truncheons fell upon him, distributing blows across his whole body.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Of dying for the country and living with no reason.""</span>He fell to the ground and many of his colleagues came rushing in his aid - something that was interpreted as an attack, and so mounted policemen galloped forth towards the crowd, pushing them back. The crowd was fragmented, and the next moment was of pure chaos, as running people were chased across the streets by the police. Many were wounded and some even died under their feet and hooves. Some dared to retaliate flinging stones towards the police and delivering them kicks and punches. Those were mostly beaten up until fainting and then taken under arrest.<br/><br/>As news of what happened in the Praça Maior spread through other cities, there too a sentiment of unrest started to grow. The people were bitter at the police forces. The seed of change had been planted."
14369,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381&start=125,2015-01-30T16:37:00,The New Lowlands,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/4/46/Coat_of_arms_of_the_January_Uprising.svg/159px-Coat_of_arms_of_the_January_Uprising.svg.png""/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #800000"">Ruthenian Empire</span></span><br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xm8kpZoX32k&amp;spfreload=10"" rel=""nofollow"">-THEME-</a></span></div><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">To HE's Alexandr Hustovi's Foreign Ministry of the Bohemian Union,<br/>From HIH's Emperor Stanislaw III's Foreign Office of the Ruthenian Empire</span></div><br/><br/>Dear Sirs,<br/><br/><div style=""margin-left:75px; margin-right:75px; margin-bottom:5px; margin-top:5px"">On behalf of the Ruthenian state and people, we bid you our goodwill and good wishes. We are very pleased indeed to hear your positive response, and with it the assurances of a continued peace between our three states, now and for the foreseeable future. We understand, of course, the desire of the non-slavic states within your territory to retain independence in cultural affairs, although we hope that perhaps in future some separate arrangement can be reached with them.<br/><br/>With regards to economic agreements, a general lowering of tariffs might be agreed to in the first place, succeeded of course by discussions between our Ministries of Commerce over the standardisation of import &amp; export policies, perhaps in seeking a future customs union. All in all, it is encouraging to see that we are setting aside difference in the noble cause of trade and peace.</div><br/><br/>Kindest Regards,<br/><br/>The Ministry of Foreign Affairs</blockquote><br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">To HE's Philip Primrose's Prime Ministry of the Commonwealth of England, Scotland, and Ireland,<br/>From HIH's Emperor Stanislaw III's Foreign Office of the Ruthenian Empire,</span></div><br/><br/>Dear Sirs,<br/><br/><div style=""margin-left:75px; margin-right:75px; margin-bottom:5px; margin-top:5px"">On behalf of the Ruthenian state and people, we bid you our goodwill and good wishes. Your letter has been one of personal interest to both the Prime Minister and the Emperor of Ruthenia, and we must admit to concerns with regards to the continued European peace in the presence of the continued military and diplomatic-political efforts of the Franco–German bloc. Rest assured that we remain an ally to the British Commonwealth in the matter of maintaining peace in Europe and the independence of the free peoples and states of the European continent, and we shall be turning our diplomatic and political efforts towards maintaining that peace, pleased at last to have found a friend.<br/><br/>We would hope that our continued goodwill would lead to more concrete matters of mutual assistance between our two states, particularly in the economic and military spheres, to mutually retain British influence on the continent and Ruthenian independence in internal affairs, and to this end perhaps it would be wise to negotiate a geopolitical pact, whether in public or by clandestine means, in order to deter hostile powers from curtailing our mutual interests in Europe. Of course, we shall wait for your initiative in the terms of such a pact, but we hope a broad treaty of mutual military assistance and the reduction of tariffs may be a stepping-stone to ever-greater co-operation between our two states.</div><br/><br/>Kindest Regards,<br/><br/>The Ministry of Foreign Affairs</blockquote><br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;"">Prime Minister Dismisses ""Ridiculous"" Concerns;<br/>""Radicals Should Go Home To Their Families""</span></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/VrcwYXz.jpg?1""/><br/><div style=""margin-left:75px; margin-right:75px; margin-bottom:5px; margin-top:5px"">Addressing protests by the radical sovereigntist Baltic Freedom Movement held in the capital of Lithuania, the Prime Minister and member of the Lithuanian Union Party, Dovidas Paksas, dismissed the protest as ""ridiculous."" ""These people,"" he asserted, in an interview with this paper, ""have decided to intervene against the cause of the effective national defense at a most unfortunate time. It is almost as if they want the Army to fall apart completely."" The Prime Minister, who has always held a strict stance in opposition to independence, complained further; ""Our children are already leaving school with a very weak grasp of Polish, which, due in part to all the efforts of the nationalists, has had it's teaching time significantly reduced. Should we expect our children to become leaders of industry and commerce, without being able to speak to their neighbours within their own country? For that matter, should we expect our soldiers to effectively follow orders if they cannot understand what their generals are saying?""<br/><br/>When asked whether he would consider a compromise stance, Paksas was less straightforward. ""Yes, of course, if the people decide that they want Polish out of the army, then Polish must get out of the Army. But I think we've moved past these kinds of silly, small-thinking ideas- I think we've moved past that stage, and I think that's been shown in the election of this past Government, and will be shown again in elections to the National Assembly."" The Prime Minister further remarked that he thought it ""thoughtless"" that 600 people formed such a ""hurried assembly."" ""Of course, the right to free assembly has always been very important to our country, and it needs to stay protected,"" he declared, ""But such a hurried assembly, unannounced, thoughtless, could have very serious risk of a riot, and I think in any case more steps should be taken to inform the city's authorities.""<br/><br/>The leader of the Conservative Party was not available for comment.</div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;"">Polish Reserves announces Service Readiness Report</span></span><br/><br/><div style=""margin-left:75px; margin-right:75px; margin-bottom:5px; margin-top:5px"">General Filip Staszewski of the Ruthenian Army of the Kingdom of Poland has announced that this Saturday, all members of the Polish Reserves are to report to their local reserve headquarters in accordance with efforts by the Ruthenian Army to estimate and heighten the readiness of all reserve elements. ""The general population need not fear in any sense this mobilisation, as it is merely a routine exercise and all members will be allowed to return home at once after reporting,"" the General added. On questioning, General Staszewski readily assured us that the exercise had ""nothing to do with events in the Baltic, whatsoever."" Confirmed, perhaps, by the fact that he needed to be reminded of the protests on the Finnish isles in question.</div></div></blockquote>"
14370,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381&start=125,2015-01-30T19:04:00,Alleniana,"<span style=""font-style: italic"">Random Event</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Strasbourg, Alsace</span><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">28/8/1881</span><br/><br/>A rock flew through the window of the Francian embassy, the first sharp sound in a chorus of boos, and it opened the floodgates. More rocks, and then bricks and shoes and sticks and general garbage began pelting at the besieged legation, it not long before all its windows were shattered and its garden and walls were covered in rubbish and dents. A few shots issued from within through the window frames, but they fired into the air. The only effect was the slight whiff of smoke and the crack, enraging the crowd but keeping them from climbing over the fences for fear of bodily injury. The deluge of items thrown began to calm as people ran out of things to throw for now, but still, they pressed in on the building, the streets filled with anti-Francian protestors.<br/><br/>It was not long after the initial wave of item-throwing, here, though, that the 2nd Metz Infantry Battalion, with bayonets ready, approached. Word spread, and many began trying to push out and through the crowd, filtering away or outright running, holding their hats to their head in the light breeze. Finally, the unit turned a corner and they were seen, and as they advanced in line, many began to break and flee.<br/><br/>Some, however, stood resolute, even wielding umbrellas and sticks and the like facing them. Their bayonets pointed up, mounted on rifles, but they could be brought down... the space narrowed, and it looked as if a standoff might occur.<br/><br/>The demonstrators had underestimated the troops, though, soldiers on rotation from the west of the country where anti-Francian sentiment was considerably less advanced. An officer from behind them fired into one of the few banners being waved, and what few placards were still held fell into the crowd to be trampled as they all ran for it. A few warning shots were fired after them, one or two islands of stubborn resisters moving out with the rest of their compatriots, and the battalion moved forwards still.<br/><br/>One soldier, however, marching on the edge of the column, found his arm knocked by a crate of apples, just as he had planned to fire a shot into the air. His elbow went up, his hand went down, and the bullet flew out of the barrel to sever the spine of one man in an overcoat, shuffling hurriedly away from there.<br/><br/>He fell, and screams began ripping through the street, the soldiers still moving in discipline but well aware that this was remiss. They formed a gap around the dead body, and though they eventually got past it, a sort of shudder went through them all. A shudder for the dead, presumably innocent man, a shudder for what consequences it would have... a sinking feeling, knowing that things were different now, and concocting all sorts of scenarios in which it might have happened. But, whether on purpose or by accident, a man was dead, and the crowd knew. It knew.<br/><br/>The advance continued to the spiked iron gates of the Francian building, thankfully finding no other casualties or victims of trampling. The embassy, however, was heavily damaged, its staff stressed beyond belief, and even evidence of planned firebombing strewn around. Mass violence had been avoided, mostly, but very very narrowly. There had been death, and injuries from the shoving and the throwing of items, and though the battalion took up position around the embassy, the worst effects were still to come. Not they, nor the reinforcing 1st Moselle Dragoons, nor the government of the city and the country could do anything, now, as the news got out.<br/><br/>Reporters sprinted to their offices, onlookers and protestors told their friends, and even the soldiers spoke among themselves. The embassy sent news to Paris of the happenings, and even as repair began and security was increased across the city, troubled times had begun for Alsace. Troubled times indeed.<br/><br/>The protestors had been protesting about issues larger than most were accustomed to; say, corruption or a faux pas or economic bumps. They campaigned for the very existence of their nation, for its admittance into the North German Confederation, and most importantly, against Francia, long an influence on the nation, especially its north-western regions which, in fact, still did not necessarily dislike Francia. Here, though, that sinister, foreign great power seemed close yet within defeat's range, something tangible. The embassy, its manifestation, was a primary target, but soon, so did Francians on the street and in their houses and shops.<br/><br/>That night, all across the city, there was payback; Francians coming near to being lynched, brawls breaking out willy-nilly, soldiers deserting and spontaneous protests that broke up just as spontaneously. The government held a special session to decide what to do, and nothing was decided except a vague apology to Francia and informing the NGC of the position of the populace, but not themselves, politically minded and with knowledge and goals the man on the street did not. Alsace was in a state of emergency, and there was nothing that could be done.<br/><br/>Eventually, petitions and ""plebiscites"" would circulate, demanding union with the NGC, severing all diplomatic links with Francia and all sorts of movements. Nationalism, rising in both Italy and Germany, had claimed its first German victim here. The government would be indecisive, the duke would panic, and the people would agitate. All that remained to be seen was how the nations so relevant, and with so much to gain or lose, would react here."
14371,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381&start=125,2015-01-31T06:43:00,Vredlandia,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/e/ec/Flag_of_the_German_Empire.svg/320px-Flag_of_the_German_Empire.svg.png""/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 165%; line-height: 116%;"">The North German Confederation</span></div><br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Fortress Saarlouis<br/>One day later</span></span><br/><br/>General Ernst-Adolf von Zitterling was satisfied. In a matter of some minutes they rallied all of the soldiers stationed in the fortfress, now gathering in front of him in the centre of the fortress. The General sat on his horse and watched them all. Some of them were still rather young, some others a little older. They weren't exactly the pride of the army, but at least they had training and seemed like average citizens, except for their uniform. ""Achtung!"", the aide of the general commanded and stepped back, making place for his superior. Most soldiers had now straightened their back and those who didn't were immediately reminded to straighten it by their neighbours. ""Men, we'll march south!"", the general proudly reported. South? The Duchy of Alsace! Of course the soldiers had heard the news. Happily they cheered for the command.<br/><br/>Ernst-Adolf, however, knew that this could be quite a tricky operation. His soldiers would see themselves as liberators, as would most of the population in Alsace, according to some reports. But still there was a significant French minority and they had to make sure that the international community wouldn't care too much, meaning that they couldn't just invade it. The General didn't know what plans the Chancellor and the King made, but it surely had to do with the Duke, as the King would never want to offend him, not in these times. And while the soldiers cheered or even packed their stuff, von Zitterling retreated to his chambers and wrote a letter to his family, telling them that he and his army would move.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">At the border to the Duchy of Alsace</span></span><br/><br/>If the army would have to march into the Alsace, a very special part of the army would follow them. When it came to prestige, the Guards Cuirassiers were only second in rank to the Gardes du Corps, who were bodyguards of the Prussian King. Therefore it was an honor to every city that they visited. Surely the news of their arrival would spread to the neighbouring Alsace, too. After all some of their citizens, visiting markets, probably saw the parades of the Guards Cuirassiers. And what an impressive sight it was!<br/><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/bBrJ8lw.jpg?1""/></div><br/><br/>The people welcomed them, after all they rarely got such high visitors. But of coruse they also heard of the happenings in the Alsace, so some feared that war would come. Most citizens wouldn't have minded a war, though. Women threw flowers at the uniformed cavalrymen. At some point they even came to a halt. They unmounted their horses and talked to the locals, while their commander marched over to the next train station. His mission was more important than parading through villages, instead he could do the first step to unify Alsace with the North German Confederation.<br/><br/>The train, fortunately, already waited for him. Except for a small entourage and a diplomat from the Prussian Secretary of State, there were no further passengers, as the train was reserved. The drive was rather relaxed, although the loud noises annoyed the commander., who wanted to write his report. The diplomat walked over to him. ""His Majesty wants the Duke to accept his conditions, otherwise we may have to intervene to make sure succeeds. Speak loud and clear and present the letter with confidence and pride. We're mighty, they are crumbling. And they need to be made aware of that"", he informed the commander and then returned to his place after a small chat.<br/><br/>Curiously the commander read the letter from His Majesty. The Prussian King had a good idea. He offered the Duchy to join the Confederation, so in return the Duke and his rights could be protected and the anti-Francian movement would lose its power, also stopping a possible conflict with Francia. Of course, the Duke would lose a lot of his sovereignty, but did he have any other option? Should he not accept, either the Francians could make use of the situation or the Duke would lose the support of his population, and perhaps even his throne."
14372,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381&start=125,2015-01-31T09:53:00,Senkaku,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.worldstatesmen.org/cn-mk22.gif""/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-size: 299%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The North Asian Directorate</span></span></span><br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Xuèhǎi, Chapter One: Tianxia</span></span></span><br/><br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WnbOcNmbpj4"" rel=""nofollow"">War does not determine who is right- only who is left.</a><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.talesofoldchina.com/images/peking/btwumen.jpg""/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-size: 72%; line-height: 116%;"">The Meridian Gate, Khanbaliq</span></span></div><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Khanbaliq<br/>The Golden Orchid Court<br/>The Chancellery</span><br/><hr/><br/><br/><br/><br/>""We have received intelligence from our spies in Karakorum that Zaichun means to strike at Yinchuan, and the Vice-Regent. He's assembling another force, perhaps as many as 20,000 troops, to do it.""<br/>""Xian will crush him,"" Liu snorted. Prince Sengerinchen nodded gravely.<br/>""Indeed. I doubt whether many of the Jurchen lords will remain by his side- Viceroy Jalar had a tough enough time persuading them to join. I expect he'll be hanging from the walls of Changchun before too long.""<br/>""The real question is these revolutionaries in the south.""<br/>""Not just the south,"" Bayan broke in. ""They've seized Satsuma, in Yapon, Daegu in Hanguo, and Golmud and Shigatse in Chagatai and western Yunnan.""<br/>""But they're mainly concentrated in Nanyu,"" Liu sighed, annoyed.<br/>Sengerinchen nodded. ""Yes. Many of our forces remain loyal, however, and we control many cities there. Nanjing and most of the area around Shanghai is ours, and we've held on to Xiamen and Chongqing as well, and Chengdu is reportedly besieged by loyalist forces from Chongqing already. Additionally, they have few real soldiers, probably only one or two hundred thousand deserters at most. The rest are just their mobs, armed with weapons stolen from the armories they've seized.""<br/>""How has the fighting at Nanchang gone?""<br/>""The expedition from Nanjing, down the Yangtze, seems to have gone smoothly... so far. The city is invested, and from the reports we've received either they didn't breach the armory or they simply haven't made use of the weapons they've taken. I expect it'll fall soon enough, which'll put us in a position of strength, and we also are rallying loyalist forces around Shantou and Jieyang to try and retake Guangzhou.""<br/>""Have the Communists reached out to foreign powers so far?""<br/>""No- but given the rhetoric we've been hearing from them, I'm extremely worried about the Portuguese concessions and the railroad.""<br/>""Well, that's a problem for another time. Minister Zhang, how are things going in your department?""<br/>Zhang inclined his head, his gaunt features twisting into a wry smile. ""We've been able to retool the Grand Secretariat's spy network and the imperial secret police quite well for our purposes, but I've been very excited with our new Civil Guard. Your speech seems to have<span style=""font-style: italic"">really</span>resonated- we've gotten hundreds of thousands of volunteers, and they just keep pouring in. And the way the force is structured, it hasn't cost us a terrible amount to take them on.""<br/>Sengerinchen broke in again. ""I was thinking that, as it is necessary, Civil Guard units could be rotated into our front-line armies. It'd serve several purposes- allowing our regulars to have some leave and recovery time, giving our Guards units more combat experience, bolstering our numbers, and improving morale in the army.""<br/>Zhang Dao nodded. ""The Prince spoke with me about this yesterday, and it seems like a good policy. We've got far more than we need to just keep order and act as police, putting some to use on the front lines could be very effective. Additionally, since we're hearing the bulk of the Communist forces are these Red Guards of theirs, we'll likely need the extra manpower.""<br/>Liu nodded. ""It seems to me the Communists are already falling to pieces- Shanghai surrounded and about to be besieged, Nanchang and Chengdu already under attack, troops being marshaled around Wuhan and Shantou for attacks on Changsha and Guangzhou. What of Yapon?""<br/>""Satsuma will soon be under attack as well, from land and sea. The Communists stand little hope of resisting us, in the field at least. I expect Nanyu will fall swiftly enough, soon.""<br/>""I certainly hope so.""<br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Outside Nanchang<br/>East-Central Federal Repacification Task Force<br/>Field Headquarters</span><br/><hr/><br/><br/><br/><br/>The thunder of cannon fire once again shook the command post, which had been hurriedly set up in one of the watchtowers along Nanchang's peripheral defenses. They could hear the heavy fighting for the nearby inner wall guardhouse, Dadongmen, quite well from the command post, on the outer defenses, and could even see it if they cared to peer through the vision slits in the bunker-like structure, less than a mile away. On occasion one of the heavy guns they'd seized from the Communists would erupt, shaking the entire building, but the command staff was still busily at work.<br/>""Apparently the Communists have set the Tengwang Pavilion on fire.""<br/>""I thought they were using it as an artillery observation post?,"" Ciyakala Ilušun, the commander of the task force, said, looking puzzled.<br/>""Apparently whatever intelligent officers they had up there were killed by the snipers we set around it. It's burning furiously, by all reports, we'll probably be able to see the smoke soon enough. They mostly didn't want it to fall into our hands-""<br/>""So they're destroying a priceless and ancient masterpiece of Tang dynasty architecture. Of course, I understand,"" Ilušun said caustically. ""Mob-crazed idiots. Have our ships pushed south?""<br/>""We got a pigeon indicating the southern landings were successful. We're now attacking the city on all sides, basically.""<br/>""Very good. I don't want any prisoners taken, these low-life scum don't deserve such a privilege.""<br/><hr/><br/><br/><br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.chinatoday.com/org/cpc/old_party_flag_before_1996.jpg""/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Union of Revolutionary Socialist Republics</span></span></span></div><br/><hr/><br/><br/><br/>Bataar Khadagin was crouched, occasionally peering around the railing, on the base floor of the Tengwang Pavilion, as a few Red Guard hurried upstairs to set the building aflame and get their artillery spotters out. Sniper rounds, from Western rifles, would occasionally whine past, sending up horrific shrieks or gargled chokes as they found their marks. There were already corpses sprawled all across the terraces in front of the pavilion, and bodies drifting past in the river. Nanchang was a bloody, fiery frenzy, as the armies of the Directorate, newly invigorated by republicanism, drove the inexperienced Communist militia before them. Nanchang's artillery had been of very limited use, and most of it was in the hands of the Directorate once again, and being used to shell the Communist positions. On all fronts, Bataar's Red Guards and deserters were being swept like leaves before a hurricane.<br/>The Premier stood up, staying low, and ran quickly to take cover behind the stone balustrade and a large potted plant near it, on the top terrace. He looked up at the pavilion- the top was already wreathed in flame- and then next to him.<br/>Two dead soldiers, wearing the cheap, quickly-made red uniforms of their pathetic Red Army- but holding modern Nanchang Armory rifles.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">How are we losing? How?</span>Bataar fumbled for one of their pistols, which lay in the man's lap, soaked in blood from the bullet he'd taken to the abdomen.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Nasty way to go.</span>He stood up again, hurrying for the cover of the second terrace and the trees near to the river, where he might be able to escape-<br/>There was a blinding pain in his left calf, and Bataar tripped, staggering, and fell down the stairs, landing on his right arm and feeling pure agony as the bone audibly crunched under the impact. The jarring impact made him bite his tongue, and he then bounced, slamming his jaw onto the stone and feeling a tooth pop loose. He rolled over, spitting blood and a tooth, feeling his leg go numb, and scrabbled weakly across the terrace, towards the balustrade, taking cover once again behind a plant and gasping in pain.<br/>His leg was bad, but it probably wouldn't kill him. The bullet hadn't ruptured an artery, but he could see blood, crushed bone and torn, ruined flesh- he wouldn't be walking for some time. His arm was probably worse- hanging at an odd angle, every movement sent lightning bolts of pain racing up from his hand to the base of his neck.<br/>A soldier came running up onto the terrace, zig-zagging towards Bataar until he was safely behind the screen of trees.<br/>""Hey! We heard the Premier was somewhere in here! Have you seen him?""<br/>Bataar spat out more blood, struggling weakly to prop himself up.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Am I really so unrecognizable?</span><br/>""I<span style=""font-style: italic"">am</span>the Premier!""<br/>Tengwang was now burning like a torch, as the man's eyes widened and he hurried over.<br/>""Sorry, sir. We'll get you an ambulance-""<br/>""Just bind my leg up and put my arm in a sling, if you could. I don't need a hospital, I need to know what's going on.""<br/>""Sir, the city, for all intents and purposes, has fallen. Dadongmen just gave way. Apparently one of our former Army officers has managed to open a corridor to the southwest, for retreat, but it won't last for long."" The man tore a few strips of cloth off of one of the corpses' uniforms, swiftly starting to bind up Bataar's wound.<br/>""What report have we from other cities?""<br/>""I've little idea, sir."" He tore off another, larger piece of cloth, to use for the sling. ""We've heard something about the Directorate marshaling troops around the cities still in their control, but you'd be best off asking an officer.""<br/><hr/><br/><br/>""So, what exactly is going on?"", Bataar murmured quietly. He was now laying on a stretcher, which had been laid on a table in the Xizhenmen gatehouse, in the southeast area of the city.<br/>Colonel Xu, the chief defector who had been handling many of their military affairs in Nanchang, looked grave.<br/>""The enemy has broken through on all fronts. Our men are, quite admirably, fighting for every inch of ground, and making them pay for their attacks, but they're just militia. These are battle-hardened, trained soldiers from the Nanjing Arsenal, with weapons as good as our men have and considerably more training and better command. I've ordered a retreat, but most seem to prefer to stay and fight, and with this force marching from their southern landing site there's only so long we can stay here.""<br/>""But what of other cities? What is happening elsewhere?""<br/>""Chengdu is besieged by loyalists from Chongqing. Shanghai, we hear, is soon to be attacked by more of their Nanjing soldiers, as well as their new White Guard units, which are apparently more plentiful in Baichuan. And they're also marshaling troops in Fujian, to strike at the port cities we have conquered. I have concerns as well that the British, French, and Portuguese may seek to intervene, but for now we've seen no indications of any barbarian attacks, and we haven't attacked their concessions. We-""<br/>The entire gatehouse suddenly shook, dust raining down from the ceiling, as there was a tremendous sound from beneath them.<br/>Colonel Xu looked alarmed. ""That was a shell, I think. We should probably leave, sir. I've managed to assemble what troops we have for a retreat, and we've sent out pigeons to the rest of the Politburo telling them what's happened.""<br/>Bataar nodded, looking tired. ""Do we have forces for a counterattack?""<br/>""Sir, in the area around Nanchang we have nearly a hundred thousand Red Guards and militia, but I'm not sure that's a sufficiently large force, especially since most of them are much less well-equipped than the ones fighting with us here. They have probably close to 50,000 troops, most of them equipped with good weapons, and they'll doubtless have plenty of reinforcements soon.""<br/>""Very well. Let's go, we'll figure out what to do once we escape with our skins.""<br/><hr/><br/><br/><br/><br/><hr/><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.rfa.org/english/news/uyghur/siriqbuya-11192013181239.html/uyghur-flag-300.gif/image""/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Chagatid Union</span></span></span></div><br/><hr/><br/><br/><br/><br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><br/><br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://alternathistory.org.ua/files/%20040113_The_Golden_Horde_Flag.png""/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Amur Horde</span></span></span></div><br/><hr/><br/><br/><br/><hr/><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.crwflags.com/fotw/images/m/mn_emp1.gif""/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Karakorum Remnant</span></span></span></div><br/><br/>MORE TO BE ADDED SOON<br/><br/><br/><hr/>"
14373,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381&start=125,2015-01-31T18:34:00,Vredlandia,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/e/ec/Flag_of_the_German_Empire.svg/320px-Flag_of_the_German_Empire.svg.png""/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 165%; line-height: 116%;"">The North German Confederation</span></div><br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Duchy of Alsace*<br/>Extraordinary Meeting of the Parliament</span></span><br/><br/>""Gentlemen, I am very glad you could all come here that quickly. The Duke has asked us to immediately discuss a very important matter"", the speaker of the parliament told his colleagues. His voice shivered a little and his eyes wandered through the room, trying to find a friendly face, but most parliamentarians looked either confused or concentrated. In spite of the recent events, we are asked to vote whether to join the North German Confederation or not. You will now be given time to retreat to your party chambers before speaking to the parliament"", he continued and quickly left his place as well, returning to his fellow conservatives.<br/><br/>Of course that issue was a rather controversial matter. A single vote could decide over the future of a whole nation and its citizens. It took some hours until the parties returned to their seats. The first to speak was a right-wing liberal. ""Indeed, I do not speak lies when I say: We have lost. Barely we were able to control our streets and citizens, the population does not want us to be an independent nation anymore. But I also speak truth when I say that, in return, we have won a huge opportunity. Only together with our German brothers we can make a difference and truly advance. Our future lies in a united Germany under one Emperor, with a strong Duke ruling our state. My party will vote for the proposal!""<br/><br/>Some members of the parliament shook their heads, but many applauded their colleague for his statement. The next to speak was one of the ultra-nationalists. ""Honorable colleage, you already started to lie when you said you would not. We never lost anything, these radicals are not a majority, I tell you, and can be fought! Let us not lose our traditions and sovereignty because of one single situation. If we accept to join the Confederation, we will only become weaker. My party will jointly vote against this ridiculous assault on our freedom. The dead would spit on it, if they could"", the man said and returned to his seat. Afterwards chaos emerged, even among those who did not support to join the NGC. However, the last sentence of the nationalist was a bit too harsh for the left-wing liberals, who didn't support it either.<br/><br/>One of their members was the next to speak. It was a rather old man with ugly glasses and few hair. Even though his weak appearance could have made someone think the opposite, he was one of the most influential men in his party and among liberals in general. ""Dear members of this honorable house, while I can not agree with the arguments of my predecessor, we will still vote against the proposal. Through joining one nation, we could possibly make the other our enemy. That could have a very negative impact on our economy. And let us not forget that, should it come to a war, we would be the first victims! I say stay neutral and independent, that's the only way to go. My party will support me there.""<br/><br/>""If it comes to a war, our Duchy would be a victim nonetheless. We are a playball in our current situation, our invasion wouldn't get enough attention"", a conservative member returned. He wasn't the next to speak, though, so he was silenced until another member of his party went to the stage and presented the views of his party. Being caught by German nationalism, the conservatives would also vote for proposal. The party for the French minority also spoke, followed by Antisemites, Protestant & Catholic Parties and regional parties. In the end the French minority party, the left-wing liberals and the nationalists voted against. The socialists missed the vote and didn't participate in the debate either. Conservatives, moderate and right-wing liberals and clerical parties all voted for. Antisemites and regional parties were rather split, mostly because they lacked a good organisation and coordination.<br/><br/>Before the public was informed, a first letter was sent to the Prussian King and the waiting commander: The Alsace voted for a membership of the North German Confederation. Soon after the Duke presented himself at the balcony of the city hall, where thousands of people cheered for him and waved German flags. Few days later the Guards Cuirassiers would parade through the city, another few days later the soldiers fro Strasbourg would reinforce the city garnison and improve defenses. In every bigger city the Prussian army made sure that no further confrontations between Francians and Germans would happen, but there was no reason for that anymore anyways. Hopefully, many now thought, the other German states would follow the example of the Duchy.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 10%; line-height: 116%;"">* with permission of allen</span>"
14374,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381&start=125,2015-01-31T22:50:00,The Grand Republic of Hannover,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/UyiuUBv.png""/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #008000""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Empire of Brazil</span></span></span><br/>September-October 1882<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9cNQFB0TDfY"" rel=""nofollow"">Theme</a></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Rivière de Janvier:</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Oyez! Oyez!</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 1%; line-height: 116%;"">818 - Tracking purposes</span><br/><br/>UNDER CONSTRUCTION."
14375,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381&start=125,2015-01-31T23:30:00,Altito Asmoro,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.flyingcolours.org/uploads/product_imgs/3c654b5d07.png""/></div><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">September 1881</span></div><br/><br/><br/>Presidential Palace, Bogota, Gran Colombia<br/><br/>The dinner's date between Argentina and Colombian leader is approaching, yet the Argentina has yet to come to the dinner's date. It's as it seems that the Argentinians is still responsive to the Brazil's threat more than to its diplomatic relationship. President Rafael began to impatient with this and decided to waited for more time for them to come to Colombia.<br/><br/>France is also not replying yet to their letter, whether or not they will accept it is still a question even to the government. It's as it seems that they are not going to accept the request from minor nation like Colombia, prompting some of Colombia's military officers to force the President to immediately returned to its previous foreign backer, Portugal."
14376,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381&start=125,2015-02-01T05:37:00,Caltarania,"<div style=""margin-left:75px; margin-right:75px; margin-bottom:5px; margin-top:5px""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""color: #BF0000"">Commonwealth of England, Scotland and Ireland</span></span></span><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/6/64/Coat_of_Arms_of_the_Protectorate_%281653%E2%80%931659%29.svg/200px-Coat_of_Arms_of_the_Protectorate_%281653%E2%80%931659%29.svg.png""/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""color: #BF0000"">Chapter 4 - The Punjabi National Congress</span></span></span></div><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""color: #BF0000""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bombay, British Punjab<br/>September 9th, 1881</span></span></div></blockquote></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin-left:75px; margin-right:75px; margin-bottom:5px; margin-top:5px"">TBD:<br/>- Formation of the PNC<br/>- Petition for elected body to govern Punjab<br/>- Cholera stuff</div><br/><br/><div style=""margin-left:75px; margin-right:75px; margin-bottom:5px; margin-top:5px""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><span style=""color: #BF0000""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Westminster, District Britannia<br/>September 19th, 1881</span></span></div></blockquote></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin-left:75px; margin-right:75px; margin-bottom:5px; margin-top:5px"">TBD:<br/>- Debate on the Australian Confederation<br/>- Coalition clashes between Ritchie and Campbell-Bannerman<br/>- Discussion of the PNC</div>"
14377,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381&start=125,2015-02-01T08:17:00,Auchterland,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">Military Coalition of the Andes</span><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Coalizão Militar dos Andes</span></span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">4th September, 1881.<br/>Lima, MCA.</span><br/><br/>That night, a meeting was arranged in a deposit owned by a furniture merchant in one of Lima's industrial districts. There, members of the movement against the military government met, many of them having been in the protest in the Praça Maior.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""You saw the kind of treatment we received from the authorities.""</span>, said an ironworks worker, Luís Fernando Guimaraens.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""They want to crush us like little bugs - it's how they see this nation, an anthill, in which we, workers, must toil endlessly for their own benefit and theirs alone! Almost all of the government's funds are directed to feed this horrible war-machine, always ready to blow up. They steal our sons from our homes and reshape them into soldiers, pawns for their foul play!""</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Yes, and meanwhile, we lack quality in many of the services the government should be providing us. Of course, what else could we expect? The same people have been in power for too long. We still live under the shadow of the Old World. In reality, we still live in a monarchy. We should have true representation in the government! People who actually protect our people's interests.""</span>, complemented the businessman and owner of the deposit, João Paulo Frisch Lobo.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""We should fight for it, then. Brothers, the people cries out for a change! Both in the cities and in the fields, we are discontent with this situation. I know many brave men who would pledge their loyalty to our cause, and many of us know how to fight. We must take this moment and rally them into an alliance for democracy!""</span>, said schoolteacher Felipe da Costa as he stood up, looking to the faces of each of his comrades.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""But what would we fight them with? And how? You can't expect to repeat what we did in the Praça Maior until we succeed, right?""</span>, asked back the engineer Alexandre Moraes da Cunha.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""I... do have plans. It won't be easy, of course. The operation I will propose to you is very delicate and each one of those who take a part in it will have to play their role effectively. Everything is at highest stake here. Can I count with you on this, brothers?""</span>, replied Felipe.<br/><br/>Slowly, the men began to nod. A smile formed on Felipe's lips as he explained his plans.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">20th September, 1881.<br/>Military Base in Peru</span><br/><br/>It was mid-day. The time when the guards were replaced. Otávio da Rocha was one of these guards. His colleague, Augusto Campos, should take his position. And there he was, just in time. He approached him with a smile.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""How is it?""</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Ah, things are going very slowly today-""</span>, said Otávio, until the barrel of a gun was pointed at him.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Wh-what is this?""</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Hands behind the head.""</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Is this some sort of joke!?""</span>, gasped the man, but the expression on Augusto's face seemed rather serious. He slowly put his hands up and did as the other man ordered. He was taken to a small room where more men were being kept, tied up and locked inside.<br/><br/>Augusto and his comrades, young men who were in their period of compulsory military service, waited for the arrival of the carts. Those had been used by Lobo in the transport of furniture for his business, but now they would carry something entirely different. They arrived, guided by other members of the Aliança Democrática Nacional, and so Augusto and the others opened the armory and, hurriedly but still carefully, helped load them with crates of guns, ammunition and explosives. Once they were full, they covered the carts with canvas, changed their uniforms for civillian clothes, hopped on and departed.<br/><br/>TBD:<br/>- Persecution of the rebels by the military government."
14378,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381&start=125,2015-02-01T08:39:00,The Industrial States of Columbia,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/1No4ZHT.jpg""/></div><br/><br/><br/><br/>Reserved For<br/><br/>The Completion of the voyage of the RMS Atlantica, Gold Star's newest, most advanced, and best transatlantic ocean liner<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Addressed to the Most Honorable Sun Liu, Chief Minister of the North Asian Directorate</span><br/><br/>Greetings esteemed and noble leader. The people of Pallasia hope to find you and your constituents well. Though our paths have not crossed in the past, our nations now share a bond through abhorrent events that have lead to our current respective states; Civil Conflicts.<br/><br/>While Pallasia cannot undo some of the seperations and conflict of our past, we can ensure that other nations are able to benefit from our experience.<br/><br/>Henceforth, the Pallasian government will formally recognize your state as the successor to the former Empire, and shall support your nation in its endeavors.<br/><br/>Furthermore, we shall supply an expeditionary force of two-hundred and fifty Longcoat elites and twelve hundred regulars meant for training to Longcoat tactics and equipment.<br/><br/>We wish you and your nation the grace of god, and remain<br/><br/>The High Senate of the Kingdom of Pallasia<br/><br/>and King Richard of the House of Stuart, Sovereign of all Pallasia, and Rightful heir of the thrones of England and Scotland.</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Addressed to the Foreign Offices of The Dual Kingdom, Brazil, the North German Confederation, Francia, the Kingdom of the United Provinces and Belgium, the North Asian Directorate, and the United Provinces of Megiko</span><br/><br/>The Senate and People of Pallasia pass you, august leaders, warm salutations. Though we would wish to be sending this missive on a lighter note, that is not what fate would have us do.<br/><br/>Our world is changed. Gone are the days of romantic war, of men facing men in righteous single combat. We live in an age now of fire, gears, steam and iron. And so shall become war and the state of combat. However, we, as enlightened leaders of great peoples and nations, can prevent this power from coming into the wrong hands. <br/><br/>We invite you to the Pallasian capital of Philosophia to discuss the sale of various arms and discuss possible pacts and alliances between all of our nations, to ensure safe and secure society for our constituents.<br/><br/>We wish your peoples and nations the grace of god, and remain<br/><br/>The High Senate of the Kingdom of Pallasia</blockquote>"
14379,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381&start=125,2015-02-01T08:58:00,The New Lowlands,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/4/46/Coat_of_arms_of_the_January_Uprising.svg/159px-Coat_of_arms_of_the_January_Uprising.svg.png""/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #800000"">Ruthenian Empire</span></span><br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xm8kpZoX32k&amp;spfreload=10"" rel=""nofollow"">-THEME-</a></span></div><br/><br/>reserved for:<br/>-yelling at the NGC<br/>-lying to my reservists<br/>-sending boats to finland?"
14380,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381&start=125,2015-02-01T09:09:00,Aldelxane,Reserved for:<br/>-Glorious Bohemian neutrality as part of both blocs<br/>-Situation in Venice<br/>-TBD
14381,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381&start=125,2015-02-01T12:26:00,The Kingdom of Glitter,"<div align=""center""><div style=""margin-left:75px; margin-right:75px; margin-bottom:5px; margin-top:5px""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><hr/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/QWIb209.png""/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">The Dual Kingdom of Catalonia and Naples</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 130%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #BF0000"">El Dual Regne de Catalunya i Nàpols</span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #FFBF00"">The End of Eternity</span></span><br/><span style=""color: #FFBF00""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Rome, the Papal States | September 19th 1881 Anno Domini</span></span><br/><br/><hr/></blockquote></div></div><br/>The sun had begun to rise over the Eternal City, and King Ferdinand stood on the outskirts of the city. He was surrounded by several of his generals, along with a handful of clergymen, and even several nuns. The day this group had been waiting for had finally arrived, the city of Rome would announce its surrender. It had been almost four months of constant bombardment, turning large sections of the city into dust. Casualties within the city were high and supplies had finally run out. The Romans knew their time had come to a close, and the city surrendered. One hundred thousand Catalopolitians marched into the city, accompanied by several regiments of Tuscan-Lombard of soldiers, operating in secret, and a thousand volunteers sent by Nouvelle France. Initial resistance was met, as some did not agree with the surrender. This resulted in several minor skirmishes within the city, all of which the Catalopolitians and their allies quickly won. The Eternal City had fallen, and was not in the hands of the King of the Dual Kingdom.<br/><br/>King Ferdinand led the procession through the city, heading straight for what remained of Saint Peter's. He had ordered his men to find and capture the false ""king"". As he arrived at the Basilica's ruins he received word that the ""king"" was captured along with several of his general attempting to flee the city in the most ironic of ways, disguising themselves as priests and nuns. Upon their capture they were stripped of their robes and forced to walk in shame for Saint Peter's. Upon their arrival, the king smirked and began to chuckle. He leaped down from his horse and shouted ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">And which one of these fool is the so called King of the Romans?</span>"" One of the officers pushed a man forward. The King had a great laugh. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">So this is the man who tried to murder the Pope? Slaughtered dozens of innocent Men of God? Hurled the Eternal City into turmoil? And today he stand before me, wearing nothing but his undergarments. What a fool indeed. Please, someone tell me why this is so.</span>""<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">He, along with those on either side of him, were trying to escape the city dressed as priests and nuns. We caught them before they could get very far, Your Majesty.</span>"" the officer said in reply.<br/><br/>The King could not refrain from bursting into a fit of laughter, and nearly lost his balance and fell from his horse. After catching himself, he continued on. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">The fool! Thinking he could outsmart an actual monarch, along with Our Lord. For you see, God sees all. God knows all, and God punishes those who try and harm His Church. That is what you have done, dear Sir. You have destroyed His greatest basilica, murdered countless men who pledged their fealty to Him.</span>"" The King took a pause before climbing down from his horse. He walked over to the officer. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Your pistol, Officer.</span>"" The Officer handed his pistol to his King and the King began to stride away. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">And now, so called King Napoleon, King of the now vanquished Romans. You shall meet your maker, and be sentenced to eternal damnation. May God have mercy on your soul!</span>"" He lifted the pistol and fired two rounds into the back of the false ""king's"" head. Napoleon III fell over, having died before hitting the ground.<br/><br/>Ferdinand walked away from the body. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Hang him in what remains of the Square. Kill the others and hang them next to him. Mutilate the bodies and hang them upside down. Those who remain in this city will understand that the Lord punishes those who try and harm His Church, and I am the tool in which he does so.</span>""<br/><br/>Still to Come:<br/>-Foundation of the Transitional Papal Government (Sept 20th)<br/>-Attack on the Royal Railway of Romagna (Sept 24th)<br/>-Various royal nonsense and drama (Sept 27th)<br/>-Possibly the start of the Conference of Naples. Need to speak to all those invited. Invited are: Bohemia, Francia, Greece, NGC, Portugal, Swiss, Tuscany-Lombardy. (Sept 30th)"
14382,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381&start=125,2015-02-01T14:03:00,Liecthenbourg,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://s30.postimg.org/tbaomw9y9/Flag_of_Quebec.jpg""/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #000080"">Les Etats-Unis de Nouvelle France<br/>Ville de Quebec, Quebec</span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Chapter 6: A Bittersweet Peace. <br/>21st of September, 1881 AD</span></span></div><br/><hr/><br/><br/>Café Rigaud, the quaint little restaurant on perhaps the least busy road in all of Quebec, had been flocked by policemen. Constables, trainees, homicide specialists, those whom dabbled in poisons and medicines and even politicians had been present at the scene. Dejarlais' body had been taken to the coroner and now policemen had questioned all those within the building at the time. Question after question came from the officers of the law and all the civilians had said a similar story.<br/><br/>""It was Tremblay, it was. I saw it with my own four eyes!""<br/><br/>""That no good politician must have poisoned Dejarlais, I don't think food could've struck that man down.""<br/><br/>""I swear to you, good officers, only Tremblay spoke to Dejarlais before his late demise.""<br/><br/>Obviously, the policemen had already found their first suspect. Not even an hour had passed, and Tremblay had already been brought to the main police station in Quebec for questioning. He had demanded that he was innocent, having heard the news as he approached his carriage as he left the Café. He had already known that he was going to receive the blame. Deep within his mind though, he knew something was up. It seemed all too planned...<br/><br/><hr/><br/><div align=""middle""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #000080"">San Francisco, California</span></span></span></div><br/><hr/><br/><br/>WIP:<br/>Though, summed up:<br/>- California cedes Washington, Oregon, Idaho and that bit in Canada to Nouvelle France.<br/>- California cedes Nevada and Utah to Megiko.<br/>- Modern day California becomes a puppet state of Megiko."
14383,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381&start=125,2015-02-01T14:39:00,Baja California y Sonora,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/Rwfev8O.png""/><br/><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""color: #004080"">Silberien Republik</span></span></span><br/>September 25th</div><br/><hr/><br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Gutenluften<br/>September 25th</span><br/><br/><div style=""margin-left:75px; margin-right:75px; margin-bottom:5px; margin-top:5px"">""Bah, another article judging our poor premier's choices!"" The young education minister complained to another of his fellow ministers as they walked along the routes of the governmental palace's garden. ""Logan, what can I tell you? The people of Argentina are as angry as they are scared, the Brazilians have mocked and provoked us various times in the past months and we have yet to respond. Silberie's health continues to deteriorate and his policy of subordinating to the Brazilians is making the population resentful, we cannot have another civil crises- no, not in these times."" ""Indeed it's a shame that Brazil continues to undermine our nation, and of course Silberie allowing them to do so. You see, this is why I argued against the resolution of selling our ships. I may just be the education minister but allowing Argentina's status to shrink is a crime! I believe something must be done immediately, but what?"" Lighting up, his friend responded ""Well, my friend, the constitution does not forbid a premier to resign from position, and I do think it is time for Mr. Silberie to leave office before he commits any more mistakes. Now come quick, we must summon the other ministers and have them agree."" ""Great idea! However we must think of all the possibilities, what if the ministers refuse to vote on the resignation of Silberie, or Silberie refuses to resign from office, or worse we are trailed as conspirators. Do you know how hard I worked for this position?"" ""My friend, there is nothing to worry about, when we summon them not much detail will be given to them, we will have the meeting in secrecy! And last I doubt any of them would vote down the resignation of Silberie, even van Helgen would yes, that old hag- loyal to the old cause, he stands no chance even if he were to vote no."" ... As the day progressed Logan Schneider, the education minister and his friend, Jurgen Konigsteiger, the defense minister managed to gain hold of all the members of the electoral leadership by the end of the day. They arranged for a meeting to be held in the home of Konigsteiger the next night in total secrecy.</div><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Home of Konigsteiger,<br/>September 26th </span><br/><br/><div style=""margin-left:75px; margin-right:75px; margin-bottom:5px; margin-top:5px"">The bell tower struck 12 o'clock and the last minster knocked on the wooden door of Konigsteiger's home in central Gutenluften. Horatio Santiago, the Portuguese decedent and youngest minister of all entered the candle lit room where all the other ministers sat conversing with each other. In a loud voice he quickly broke the conversations of the other men. "" Minister Konigsteiger, what is the meaning of this meeting? Why have you summoned our presence at these unholy hours?"" The minister of industry arose from his seat and chimed in ""I suppose this has something to do with Premier Silberie's term, isn't it, Konigsteiger?"" ""Well you are not wrong, take a seat please"" responded Konigsteiger to Kruger and nodding towards Horatio. "" I have summoned you all here, as mentioned by Kruger, to discuss Silberie and his distasteful foriegn and domestic policy."" Pulling out a newspaper, Konigsteiger continued. ""We are amid another civil crises, an avoidable one, yet as potentially disastrous as the March 27th protests. I am trying to warn you all of Silberie's indifference to Brazil's assertiveness against our nation and the nation of New Lorraine. His health is declining and soon he will no longer be an eligible leader for our hungry nation. I bel-"" Interrupting him was Van Helgan. "" Are you suggesting that we dispose of the leader we elected to lead our nation? The very one who conquered the desert? The one who eliminated Argentina's debt? This is conspiracy! Treason, I say! ""I am not suggesting we 'dispose' of him rather than make him retire. Yes, I do agree that his domestic policy worked for the past generation, but a new emerges and he an elderly man cannot fulfill the needs of the new Argentina. He must go, we must militarize once again! Our nation will crumble under a Brazil that control New Lorraine! They will burn our capital and ten ships will not defend us."" ...[Rambling goes on for a while longer]...""So now we must take a vote as to whether we should send our declaration of his resignation to the Hall of Representatives! All in favor raise your hands."" Immediately nine hands went up, everyone but Van helgan had raised their hands. ""What if the hall rejects our declaration for Silberie's resignation? We'll surely be trailed with treason!"" Konigsteiger quickly replied ""No, no my friend, I have contact with very influential members of the hall, they'll vote yes for his resignation, and of course we'll inform Silberie of our declaration prior to it being reviewed, we'll convince him to resign and if that fails, the hall will make him step down, now do you agree with us?"" Van Helgan starred at Konigsteiger's dark eyes, and softly said ""I do""</div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Governmental Palace,<br/>September 28th</span><br/><br/><div style=""margin-left:75px; margin-right:75px; margin-bottom:5px; margin-top:5px"">The room was dark and smelled of age and remorse. A minister entered the room without knocking and found the premier awake, sitting straight upward on his bed as if he would be expecting someone. The dark green room was dark enough and with the curtains shut, the feeling of uncertainty loomed over the minister as he proceeded to enter the room. ""I've been expecting you "" murmured an old voice. ""I know the reason for your rude invasion of my privacy, I am aware of this coup by my own ministers."" "" This is not a coup Premier Silberie, we are only doing what we believe is best for our nation."" replied th minister. ""THE BEST FOR OUR NATION?! I created Argentina, I conquered the desert, I defeated the internal revolutionaries of Argentina, you have no right to tell me anything, especially not you, Konigsteiger, I am aware of your malice, you're a power hungry hog, I know it was you who poisoned Von Hammir for the position of Defense minister! Have you ever heard of the saying more knows the devil for old than for being the devil? Well my age does not limit my comprehension of what occurs in my ministries, you have been seeking what you cannot have."" ""To hell with you, old bastard. Even if you refuse to step down peacefully as I had intended, the hall will make you step down. Everyone believes you are incapable of holding office due to your so called mental state and soon whether you like it or not you will be forced to step down and no one will believe you if you so speak one word of the things you know. I will kill you with my own two hands."" ""So you think"" Silberie pulled a pistol from the covers and proceeded to shoot Konigsteiger twice. ""I saved you from those savages in the Patagonie. I gave you a name, I gave you education, I made you what you are-well were. I treated you like a soon, and you came here to kill me. I'd rather kill you, than see you make a fool of yourself."" Konigsteiger lay in the floor dead, a puddle of blood from the dead carcass became a pool that began flooding the premier's room. A guard came in running and burst into the room, he looked at the dead body near the base of the premier's bed, and the premier who still had the gun in hand. ""May we be forgiven"" the premier said before pointing the gun at himself and shooting. Two dead, one stained carpet, Argentina lost it's premier. Within the course of a few days the successor of Silberie and Konigsteiger were elected by the hall. Jon Hagenberg, a former military leader was elected as premier and Wilhelm Gude defence minsiter.</div><br/>To come<br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Plaza of the conquers, Gutenluften, <br/>October 1st </span><br/><br/>To come<br/>- Newcomer's inaugural speech<br/><br/>- Revised Foreign Policy/Stance on New Lorraine and Brazil<br/><br/>- Letters!"
14384,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381&start=125,2015-02-01T15:40:00,Forty Twoania,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/qVLbgpM.png?1""/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">The Hellenic Republic</span></span><br/>September 26th, 1881<br/><br/>-Reserved for Greece-</div>"
14385,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381&start=125,2015-02-02T17:56:00,Neo-Assyrian Empire,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/zTTKK06.png""/><br/><span style=""color: #0040BF""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 175%; line-height: 116%;"">The Republic of Francia</span><br/><span style=""font-size: 125%; line-height: 116%;"">Chapter Cinq: À l'Afrique, Nous Allons! (Deuxième Partie)</span></span></span></div><hr/>Side Note: I'm gonna have to backdate a lot of stuff just to catch up, so bare with me<hr/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Paris, République de Francia<br/>Septembre 1<sup>er</sup>, 1881</span><br/>""Gentlemen, we have a problem."" Various ministers sat around a table while President Bault stood at the end. ""The Alsatians have attacked our embassy in their territory. None have died, though many Francians have been attacked by the local populace. Reports are still coming in, but it sounds as though the Germans are intent on taking control of it. Anything hostile we do towards the Alsatians could risk negative effects from the Germans, which is never a good thing. At the same time, there must be justice for damages done to Frankish businesses and immigrants. An annexation is unquestionably out of the picture, though an increase of defenses would not be a bad idea.""<br/><br/>Foreign Minister Benoît Roy spoke up. ""As the Alsatians are demanding to join the Germanic Union, and the Germans appear to be preparing to annex them, then we should not worry about the Duchy. We should demand, once they annex the duchy, that justice be served to any persons who damaged Frankish property or immigrants."" Bault nodded in approval. After a moment of silence, he spoke again.<br/><br/>""If no one else has any other ideas, we shall follow Minster Roy's ideas of merely demanding justice.""<hr/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Alger, République de Francia<br/>Septembre 7<sup>me</sup>, 1881</span><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Aux armes, citoyens! <br/>Formez vos bataillons! <br/>Marchons! Marchons! <br/>Qu'un sang impur <br/>Abreuve nos sillons! <br/>Amour sacré de la patrie""</span></div><br/>A brigade of Frankish soldiers marched down the streets of Francia's African capital. These men were tasked with ""civilizing"" the tribes of Eastern Algeria, though they knew what that meant: Colonization. None were opposed to this, in fact, most were glad. They could have been sent back to the mainland and be forced to invade Alsace-Lorraine, if tensions rose high enough. Instead, they would be attacking an army, if it could even be called that, armed with muskets and sabers. The soldiers kept marching south, singing as they went.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Aux armes, citoyens! <br/>Formez vos bataillons! <br/>Marchons! Marchons! <br/>Qu'un sang impur <br/>Abreuve nos sillons! <br/>Amour sacré de la patrie""</span></div><hr/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Touggourt, Algeria<br/>Septembre 13<sup>me</sup>, 1881</span><br/>To Be Added: Battle between the Maghrebis and the Francians<hr/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Diplomacy</span></span></div>To Be Added: Reply to the DK, Columbia, and a letter to the NGC"
14386,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381&start=125,2015-02-02T18:38:00,Valentir,Reserved for future waffle expansion
14387,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381&start=125,2015-02-06T06:41:00,Reuss-Gera,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/c/cf/Coat_of_arms_of_the_Kingdom_of_Bavaria.svg/320px-Coat_of_arms_of_the_Kingdom_of_Bavaria.svg.png""/></div><hr/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 160%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""color: #0080FF"">Kingdom of Bavaria</span></span></span></div><hr/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Munich, Bavaria</span></span><br/><br/>Prince Ludwig observed the large rally, that now assemblied in front of the Royal Palace. The large crowd of about 6,000 people waved pan-Germanist flags, chanted the<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Deutschlandlied"" rel=""nofollow"">Deutschlandlied</a>and proclaimed their desire that a state for all Germans be created. Royal Constables had already been placed in strategic points in the square, ready to disperse the crown that had rallied there. Detachements of the Royal Army had also been placed in the square, due to fears that extremists would attempt to lead a popular revolt against the Bavarian monarchy.<br/><br/>""Is this really needed?"" asked the Prince, looking towards his uncle, King Ludwig III. ""I am not exactly sure that dispersing the crowd will provide any viable solution in the long term. We need to either make it clear to the people that there will never be a German state, or at worst, submit before the Prussians."" the Prince continued, a frustrated look at the face of his uncle. Having studied Law & Economics at the Ludwig Maximilians University of Munich, Prince Ludwig was a member of the Council of Ministers, and his Uncle always listened to his opinion.<br/><br/>By now, the crowd had dangerously approached the courtyard infront of the gates of the Palace. The constabled and the troops were ordered to raise their rifles by their commanders, as well as to fix bayonets. The situation seemed tense, as the peaceful protest turned into an angry mob, demanding that the King meet them now, and discuss their demands. The Royal Guard was assembled in the court yard and positioned itself at the gates of the Palace.<br/><br/>""I do not think that we can do either, my dear nephew."" finally said the King, walking back and forth on the floor of his personal office, full of luxuries brought from Africa and Asia. Ludwing II was in love with art, and had given funds to many artists to commission paintings and statues in honor of important people throught German history. Most of the day-to-day ruling of the Kingdom had been left to the elderly Prince Luitpold, and his son, Prince Lutwig. ""I am sure it's just a phase that will pass, and in the end, we will laugh at our worries that we had. Please inform the commander of my Guard that he may disperse the crowd."" the King finished, and nodded at the Guard standing at the door, who saluted and went to inform his commander.<br/><br/>The fixed baynoets had kept the crowd at bay by now, but the agitated people finally begun marching against the soldiers and the constables, determinated to storm the Palace and force the King to attend to their demands. The panicked and confused soldiers begun moving backwards steadily, not sure what to do, their rifles always pointed to the protestors. And finally, the order came by the large yell of the officer of the Royal Guard, standing on his horse.<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-weight: bold"">DISPERSE THE CROWD!</span>""<br/><br/>The sound of rifles and pistols echoed, as the first protestors fell to the ground dead. Screams and yells of horror were heard from the crowd, as the young pan-Germanists runned towards all directions, the cavalry men of the Royal Men and the detachements of the army and the constables going after them, shooting them and hitting them on sight. By the time all the protestors had fled, many of them lay dead on the ground infront of the Palace, their once proudly waving flags dirty with their blood and mixed with the mud on the ground.<hr/><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Six Hours Later, <a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hofgarten_%28Munich%29"" rel=""nofollow"">Hofgarten</a></span></span><br/><br/>""I trust you that you came alone?"" said Prince Ludwing to the Chairman of the Council of Ministers, Johann von Lutz. After the massacre in the Munich Residence, as the Royal Palace was known, the Prince had asked for the Chairman to meet him in the isolated gardens of the Royal Palace, reserved for the royals only. King Ludwig II was currently in the Königsbau, meeting with important artists and other personas of the Bavarian artistic elite. ""I would not want anyone to hear this conversation"" the Prince continued, looking at the Chairman.<br/><br/>""Of course, Your Majesty"" said the Chairman, saluting the Prince. Von Lutz had been serving as the de facto head of the Bavarian government since 1866, and had beveloped a special bond of friendship with the Prince. With Otto being mentally ill, and his father Luitpold too old to act, it was up on the shoulders of Ludwig to act on behalf of the Royal Family. ""Todays massacre won't go unoticed by the Prussians, I am afraid. Nor any other power."" continued Johann, as he walked with the Prince towards the fountains of the Hofgarten.<br/><br/>""This is why I called this meeting, Chairman"" said the Prince, a saddenned look on his face. ""I am afraid my Uncle can no longer be allowed to reign, as he has been distracted from the affairs of Bavaria too long. He is isolated, and his actions prove that"" he continued, as the Chairman frowned. The Prince did not know if this was good or not. ""I want your help, Herr Lutz. I need your help in removing King Ludwing and installing Otto on the throne, in a regency under me."" he finally finished, hoping that Johann agreed. If he was not, he could very well end in an execution squad.<br/><br/>Finally, Chairman von Lutz looked up at the Prince, and smiled. ""I could not agree more with you, your Majesty. If we are to prevent hostilities, the King needs to be removed soon. The point is, we need to reach a point where war seems imminent to do so. The fear in combination with the King's mad acts will convice the rest of the Ministers and the Army to support your...coup, isn't that the right word?"" he finished, as they reached the gates of the Hofgarten.<br/><br/>""I knew I could trust you, Herr Lutz."" said the Prince. ""I only hope that this proves well for the stability of the nation. A war with the NGC could be catastrophic, and we need to prevent it. Have a good evening"" he said, and slowly walked away.<br/><br/>The Chairman of the Ministers walked away too, as the sun slowly set on Munich. The events that took place today, and those that were to follow would be analysed in Bavarian and possibly German or world history for generations to come."
14388,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381&start=125,2015-02-06T09:04:00,Epraria,"<div align=""center""><span style=""color: #FF8000""><span style=""font-size: 175%; line-height: 116%;"">De Verenigde Provinciën van Megiko<br/></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Chapter 3: The Eagle over California<br/>12th of July, 1881 AD</span></span></div><br/><hr/><br/>San Francisco,<br/>21st of September, 1881 AD<br/><br/>Chris van Cann the Megikaaner representative nodded as he shacked hand with the Nouvelle Francaise represenative and then signed the treaty that was going to end the war between California and the alliance between Megiko and Nouvelle France. The fall of Sacramento to a combined Megikaaner-Nouvelle Francaise force a few days ago had made sure that the terms would be in the favor of Megiko and Nouvelle France. The Transfer of Utah and Nevada to Megiko would ensure that the Colorado river finally feel under the rightful dominance of Megiko and the Megikaaners once and for all while securing the northern border for Megiko. California falling under Megikaaner dominance would also ensure that the west would finally be secured leaving Megiko fully capable of focusing on the south and internally while developing these newly conquered regions. the Eagle of Megiko had entered a new era.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Megiko City</span><br/><br/>The news of the victory in the war against California was welcomed back in Megiko with celebrations and happiness, after all a rival to Megiko had been shown the strength of Megiko and the Megikaaners had so how could a nation like Colombia stand if it wanted to threaten Megiko and her peace again. Inside of the walls of the parliament the celebrations where less happy as the cost of the war and the number of casualties returned, yet those where all acceptable things to the Stadtholder if it meant that the canal project and the border up north where even more secure. Even then the war had shown that Megiko's armed forces was in danger of overstretching itself and even if Panama is a small place to defend the same could not be said for the west or north of the country."
14389,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381&start=125,2015-02-06T11:24:00,Vredlandia,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/e/ec/Flag_of_the_German_Empire.svg/320px-Flag_of_the_German_Empire.svg.png""/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 165%; line-height: 116%;"">The North German Confederation</span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Berlin, North German Confederation</span></span><br/><br/>Crown Prince Friedrich of Prussia sat in his office and read the news of the day when suddenly a parlamentarian from the liberal ""Deutsche Fortschrittspartei"" entered his room. Friedrich wanted to shout at hi at first for simply entering, but he remembered that it was a member of the party one of his close friends founded. ""What is it? Do you have no decency?!"", he asked nonetheless and raised from his table. ""Your Royal Majesty, I am most sorry, but we just received news from the Liberals in Bavaria: They shot down a whole bunch of nationalists!"", he reported. Of course the parlamentarian was talking about German nationalists, it was the most important topic at court.<br/><br/>The news alarmed the Crown Prince. This action demanded a hard reaction, but was a war justified? If the Lierals knew, Bismarck would most likely have been informed by now as well. Friedrich needed to reach his father before the Chancellor did so, it was the only way to influence him a little. Oh, how he hated Bismarck. An opportunist and reactionary who had far too much luck. But he was extremely influential as well, the whole state was built around him. And evolved very well that way. Almost running Friedrich stormed into the chamber of his father.<br/><br/>But Bismarck was already there, along with a doctor, his wife, his son and his personal adjutant. And the King was here, too: Pale and with closed eyes he was lying in his bed, not wondering what all these people did here. He was dead. The King was dead. Everybody in the room immediately turned to the Crown Prince, who would soon be crowned King himself. Friedrich, the staunch supporter of German unity, who always thought the King should rule according to popular opinion and despised antisemitism. Huge liberal reforms weren't in his interest, although many of his supporters expected such things, but his upcoming rule would still change the Confederation and Europe.<br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/u39l7gr.png?1""/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Counties Palatine</span></span><br/><br/>Now that the Duchy of Alsace had joined, the Counties Palatine were almost surrounded by the North German Confederation. Not only did that strengthen the nationalists at home, but political activists from abroad also flooded into the small state. The aristocratic elite knew that they almost had no other choice than joining the North German Confederation, as they have always been the most likely candidate to do so. That unification was overdue. Nonetheless some still clinged to their posts and independence. They feared that joining the NGC would destroy the traditions of their state and their own base of power.<br/><br/>A huge majority of civil members of parliament also supported the unification, though, so all protest was too late by now. The Counties Palatine were the second state to join the North German Confederation. Here, too, thousands celebrated the news. People hopd that the markets in the cities would be even more visited now and that tourists, industry and scientists all settled here. In fact, they needed such a renovation, as their traditional stance wasn't too inviting for many Germans. But that could and probably would change now. Students and kids sang famos anthems of the NGC and soldiers, first reluctantly but later enthusiastically, joined them.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Duchy of Baden</span></span><br/><br/>In a glorious march, accompanied by the sound of trumpets and drums, the carriage transporting both the Crown Prince of Oldenburg and the Duke of Baden arrived in front of the Palace. Waving to the population they left their carriage before greeting the guard. In the light of recent events it was more than important to convince the old Duke of the importance of unification, so they had sent a young, but talented, aristocrat from the North of Germany to talk to him. Oldenburg was a state that profited from the unification, so now their Crown Prince was meant to tell the Duke of Baden about the advantages.<br/><br/>Thanks to the vote in the Counties Palatine there was even one more reason to join: They'd soon be left alone if they did not. Also the North German Confederation owned resourc es that would greatly help the economy of Baden - and politically the Duchy already moved towards unification anyways. There was a lot to lose by not joining, and even more to gain if they decided to join. The Old Duke could have not ignored that completely, but he was still stubborn when it came to giving up his sovereignty. Therefore the Crown Prince had to think of something els. He decided that the Duke needed to be convinced from someone inside the Duchy.<br/><br/>So after the talks ended and the Crown Prince retreated to his hotel suite, he invited several key figures of the Duks surrounding to the hotel lobby to discuss the perks of unification with them. In the end it seemed as if his journey was successful, but only time would show whether he was able to convince them. His next target was the Duchy of Wurttemberg, but he'd only pass through the Duchy and wave a bit to show them that unification was coming closer. Bavaria was more important, especially now that they opposed the unification that heavily. But the Prussian King would take care of them.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 85%; line-height: 116%;"">*OOC: Should I need to reply to reserved posts, I'll still do so. Think I waited long enough for now.</span>"
14390,New Imperialism - AH RP v 2.1 [IC],https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324381&start=125,2015-02-07T03:16:00,Reuss-Gera,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/c/cf/Coat_of_arms_of_the_Kingdom_of_Bavaria.svg/320px-Coat_of_arms_of_the_Kingdom_of_Bavaria.svg.png""/></div><hr/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 160%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""color: #0080FF"">Kingdom of Bavaria</span></span></span></div><hr/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Munich, Bavaria</span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;"">Reserved For:</span><br/><br/><ul><li>Preparations for coup</li><li> Secret letter to South German monarchs?</li><li> New Bavarian constitution? </li></ul>"
14391,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448,2014-12-21T14:31:00,Arana,"OOC Thread:<a class=""postlink-local"" href=""http://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323701"">viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=323701</a><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Flea Bottom, King's Landing, Crownlands<br/>Aerion I Targaryen, King of the Andals, the Rhoynar, and the First Men, Lord of the Seven Kingdoms</span><br/><br/>The morning sun shone down on the rooftops and alleyways of Flea Bottom, and the cool breeze that blew through the streets fanned the scent of pigsties and stables towards the noses of its residents. It was, without a doubt, the poorest, dirtiest, most destitute part of the city of King's Landing, which meant a lot, seeing as how the rest of the city was pretty bad as well. And yet, on the very morning that his wedding festivities were scheduled to begin, this is where the young king of Westeros could be found. Although on his head, like always, sat the crown of Aegon the Conqueror, the rest of his attire was much more simple: rather than the normal clothing of a king, he wore a simple tunic and cloak, with his hair in a braid over his shoulder. Other than the crown, there were a few ways he stood out: the presence of Ser Aemon Steelsong, a white armored knight of the Kingsguard, close behind him; the Valyrian steel blade Dragonfyre hanging at his side; and, most obviously, the small dragon Aerax perched on his shoulder.<br/><br/>As he walked through the run down streets of Flea Bottom, Aerion stopped every once and awhile to give a hungry child a piece of bread from the large basket he was carrying, or say a short prayer with a sick old person, or pet a stray dog that was covered in fleas. For the last several years he'd been doing this and similar things, often with insistence of his betrothed and her mother, who currently served as his regent. To ensure his safety, one of the Kingsguard, usually Ser Aemon or Dame Brienne, would always be sent along with him. He enjoyed it, so much so that it had become routine for him. It had helped him get to know the problems faced by the people of King's Landing, and had allowed him to focus on helping them while his regent and Small Council handled other matters. If possible, he would have stayed there all day, but today there were more pressing matters. After looking up at the sun, Ser Aemon tapped Aerion on the shoulder.<br/><br/>""Your majesty, we should be going. The tourney grounds need inspecting, and they need to be finished before any of the lords arrive.""<br/><br/>Handing the last piece of bread to a small child, Aerion frowned but nodded.<br/><br/>""I suppose you're right. Come then. And remind me to bring more bread next time.""<br/><br/>After waving goodbye to a few children, Aerion and Ser Aemon started off on their way to the tourney grounds outside of King's Landing. The two headed down the delightfully named Pisswater Bend, turned onto the Street of the Sisters, followed it to King's Square, and finally took the side streets onto the Gold Road, which lead to the Lion Gate and out of the city, where the tourney grounds were located. Along the way, the smallfolk of King's Landing waved and shouted, many congratulating the king on his upcoming wedding. Admittedly, Aerion had been doubting how much support the nobles of Westeros had for him, but one thing was certain: the smallfolk loved him. When the two finally arrived, Aerion looked over the tourney grounds and grinned.<br/><br/>""Impressive. The prizes should bring lords from all over... twenty thousand dragons for the winner of the joust, ten thousand for the winner of the melee, and an offer to join the Kingsguard for both of them. This ought to be fun.""<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Kosrak, Lhazar, Ghiscari Empire<br/>Viserys Targaryen, Khal of the Great Grass Sea</span><br/><br/>From on his horse, Viserys looked at the city of Kosrak in the distance. The city was inhabited by the Haesh Rakhi, the Lamb Men, who the Dothraki had raided for centuries. Some time ago, Lhazar had become part of the growing Ghiscari Empire, and the Dothraki had been forced to turn their attention elsewhere, at the commander of their great Khaleesi, the Mother of Dragons herself. But now, she was gone. These days, the empire was ruled by Viserys's half-brother, Aemon Targaryen, called 'the Magnificent' by his people. If he was so magnificent, Viserys wondered, then why was it so easy to raid his territory without opposition?<br/><br/>Nearby, as they always were, were Viserys's dragons, the mighty Drogon and the much smaller Berras. The two were anxious, likely hungry and ready for battle. Noticing, Viserys chuckled and dismounted, then went to stroke Berras's back and Drogon's snout.<br/><br/>""Not this time, my friends. If I use you two, there will be nothing to take but ashes and bones.""<br/><br/>The two also seemed disappointed to hear it, and, more importantly, they looked hungry. Grinning, Viserys pulled two pieces of raw horse meat out of his saddle bag and throwing them in the air. As they reached the height of their arc, he yelled out loudly.<br/><br/>""Vorsa!"" (Fire!)<br/><br/>As soon as the word left his lips, jets of flame emerged from the mouths of both dragons, charring the meat, which they quickly began tearing apart. Laughing, Viserys climbed back on his horse, calling over one of his bloodriders.<br/><br/>""Inform the khalasar, we ride now.""<br/><br/>The man nodded, and rode back to the army waiting behind Viserys. In the distance, Kosrak seemed quiet. Most likely, the Lhazareen were blissfully unaware of what was approaching. When they arrived, the city would be burned, anything of value stolen, and any captives taken as slaves, either to serve the khalasar or to be sold to the slave traders that operated illegally out of Mantarys and other rebellious cities and towns in the empire that were eager to return to their practices before the rise of the Dragon Queen. Before long, the riders of Viserys's khalasar were behind him, and he gave the signal to attack. With a loud yell, thirty thousand Dothraki charged forward to burn and pillage, with Viserys leading the way."
14392,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448,2014-12-21T14:57:00,Tomia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Rickon Stark, on the Road to King's Landing</span><br/>Lord Rickon and his family were traveling toward King's Landing to attend King Aerion's wedding. Rickon was no fan of the current king, as he had sanctioned the killing of his brother, but to not attend would cause suspicion. He was traveling on horse back with his wife Eugenia and their children. Their eldest daughter Talia rode with them, while the younger children sat in the cart being pulled behind them. Eddard rode with them as well, though he didn't seem too happy about attending a Tyrell wedding. He hid his misgivings for his family's sake though. Talia had been talking about the tourney the whole ride. She told her father that she would compete whether he said she could or not. Rickon rode very close to his wife Eugenia and held her hand gently as they rode. Eugenia was never comfortable with marriage, and it took Rickon a long time to convince her but now they were a very happy couple and loved each other greatly. They were only a short while from the city gates now and would arrive soon."
14393,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448,2014-12-21T15:11:00,Sebastianbourg,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Sebasion Iranassar,<br/>Free City of Lys</span><br/><hr/><br/>Lord Sebasion Iranassar was contemplating the possibility of moving permanently to his mansion in Westeros (more specifically, north of King's Landing) but for the time being he was in his native Lys and had decided to enjoy his time there as much as possible. For this reason, he visited one of his family's pleasure-houses and told his cousin Salladhor who administered the pleasure-house to lend him a bed-slave nick-named Irogenia (in honour of the more famous Irogenia) for a few days to which Salladhor Iranassar acceded by saying, ""Take her but she's worth more than a few dragons.""<br/><br/>Sebasion treated Irogenia well (these bed-slaves were expensive after all) and even contemplated buying her and taking her to Westeros to use her as currency while playing the Game of Thrones in addition to using her for his own pleasure. For the time being however, Sebasion Iranassar was enjoying the company of a courtesan (they used this expression as an euphemism for bed-slave) well-trained in the arts of love and seduction. In other words, the Game of Thrones would have to wait for Sebasion."
14394,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448,2014-12-21T15:11:00,The Imperial Republica,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">lord Maxwell Tyrosus ""The Grey Fist""</span><br/><br/>The Grey fist stood atop the battlements, looking out over his hold as he did every night. A ruler should get to know his lands, especially when you've been away from them as long as he had.<br/><br/>""Storm's brewing m'lord. Best to get inside before you get drenched.""<br/><br/>Without looking at the guard, Maxwell replied, ""What about you?""<br/><br/>""Me and the others get payed to put up with this shit. Albeit not much,"" he said with a grin.<br/><br/>Maxwell laughed his hearty laugh and went back inside to survey the new map of his hold. Before Stannis had died, The King had seen fit to grant him new lands for his hold to reward his loyal service. The size of Thunderhoof Hold had nearly doubled, and it now included the islands south of Stonehelm, and East of the Dornish Marches. It looked good on paper, having more land and what not, but this gift was not without its drawbacks. Maxwell had more mouths to feed now, as well as more lands to defend from pirates and outlaws. The islands were especially important to him for their value as naval bases, and the iron and salt mines they held. Maxwell was so deep in thought about how best to defend his new holdings, that he didn't hear his son enter the room.<br/><br/>""Hello father, I hope I didn't startle you.""<br/><br/>""Of course not,"" The Grey Fist lied. Damnit, was it that obvious? ""What is it boy, what do you want?""<br/><br/>""Can't a dutiful son visit his father from time to time just to say hello?""<br/><br/>""Boy, you're many things, but dutiful isn't one of them. If you're here to talk about Tunderhoof, you already know that the answer is no.""<br/><br/>""But father, by the laws of gods and men, this land is mine once you die. I can't believe you're giving it to Jeyne!""<br/><br/>""You're sister is a better ruler than you boy. You're a fighter and a soldier, aye, but you lack enough brain to know your arse from your cock!"" The Derryk reddened at that, and began to open his mouth to speak again but was promptly interrupted by Maxwell.<br/>""My no means no boy. I'm finished with this conversation. You can not have Thunderhoof, and that's final!"" There was a long silence between the two before Derryk piped up.<br/><br/>""What am I to do then?""<br/><br/>""Stay and serve your sister, leave and serve your king, bugger yourself with your sword for all I care! Just stop pestering me for a title you will never hold."" Derryk stared at his father for a long time after that.<br/><br/>""What did I do, to wound you so father? What did I do to earn your unrivaled hatred?""<br/><br/>Now it was Maxwell's turn to stare. And stare he did for this was a question he had asked himself many times. Did the boy truly not know what he had done? Before he could answer, Lucas, his maester, walked in with a letter.<br/><br/>""Letter just came in for you milord. Stamped with the seal of the king himself.""<br/><br/>The maester handed Maxwell the rolled up parchment, which he promptly tore the seal off of and read. Derryk saw his father's eyes go wide and instantly knew that it must be something important.<br/><br/>""Something happen father?""<br/><br/>At that, Maxwell started to laugh. He looked at the boy and said, ""Looks like you've finally run into a bit of luck boy! A chance to bring honor to the family name, and earn yourself a title and position of honor.""<br/><br/>""And pray tell, what must I do to earn this honor, whatever it is?""<br/><br/>""There is going to be a tourney boy, and we're invited."""
14395,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448,2014-12-21T15:14:00,Novae Vitae,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">King's Landing<br/>Lord Paramount Loras Tyrell</span><br/><br/>Loras had been riding for a fortnight for the wedding of his king. Should he have considered the boy his cousin? Should he have considered him a boy at all?<br/><br/>Those were hard questions. His aunt Margaery had raised Aerion as though he was her own son, and that was well known . . . but it was also known that Margaery, with her brothers Loras and Willas (Loras's father), had staged a coup that had seized King's Landing, sent the two other Targaryen boys into exile, and killed Jon and Daenerys Targaryen.<br/><br/>And was the boy they had seized at the time still a boy? A decade and then some had gone by. Loras had been twelve when it had happened, and he had not truly understood the enormity of the event. But now, riding through the King's Gate of King's landing, he understood the massive effect that had occurred. Not Stark nor Lannister nor Baratheon would have noticed the change, for it was subtle--but the very fabric of King's Landing was similar to that of Oldtown. It was clear who had funded the city, and it was clear what designs they had used.<br/><br/>Tyrell had ruled King's Landing for the last decade and then some. But was the king a man now, ready to take the reigns of his rule? Loras had ignored his own reigns with a passion, until his uncle and regent Garlan had died and he had had no other choice to make. Would Aerion Targaryen, the First of His Name, do the same? Loras realized, somewhat bitterly, that he had been out of the flow of King's Landing for far too long.<br/><br/>But that was no longer his intention. Behind him were fifty knights from the Reach, men of repute all. Their armor glistened in the light and their faces shone with bravado and vigor. There was the young Lord Olyvar Hightower, dashing with his golden hair. Beside him was the second son of Lord Rowan, a broad-shouldered man two years Loras's senior called Mathis; and the heir apparent to Lord Tarly, Samwyll, a man (boy?) of eight-and-ten. Behind those three further was the brother to Lord Fossoway and the nephew of Lord Oakheart; and beside them was the Lord Merryweather himself and a distant relative to Lord Redwyne. Further behind were the additional forty-three knights, and behind those knights were one hundred Tyrell men-at-arms, and behind<span style=""font-style: italic"">those</span>men were thirty squires to some of the knights, and furthest back, in the long Tyrell chain, were four cook, two blacksmiths, four stewards, and an general assembly of twenty servants that brought the luggage.<br/><br/>But those two hundred-and-ten men did little to make the impression as the horse beside Loras did. Atop its back was an elaborate cage of solid gold with ornate works of emeralds that wove around the cage like the vines of a flowers. Green silk fell between the bars of the cage, with the rose of Tyrell sown atop them. Inside the cage, growling noisily, was the dragon Endie.<br/><br/>The appearance of Loras Tyrell was truly a show for any man that saw it. Loras had only come for a wedding, like all other lords of the realm. But to those with keen eyes and sharp minds, it was very clear that the Lord of the Reach had a greater intention than just attending the king's wedding.<br/><br/>Loras marched straight to the Red Keep, sending a runner ahead of him so that he would not have to wait. When he reached the keep, he was greeted by his uncle, to whom he was the namesake. ""Beloved uncle,"" Loras called, though he had seen the man only a few times before, ""may I request an audience with the king?""<br/><br/>""The king is not present,"" Lord Commander Loras replied.<br/><br/>Loras looked around. He had decided long ago that he would take up the doctrine of Tywin Lannister--family is the most important thing in the game of thrones. When he spoke, it was a pointed statement. He said: ""Then perhaps I could speak with my beloved aunt Margaery Tyrell all-the-same?"""
14396,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448,2014-12-21T15:16:00,Nuridia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Desiree Velaryon/Princess Desirhae Targaryen<br/>Ghis, Ghiscari Empire</span><br/>""Mother, I don't think that this is such a good idea."" young Desirhae, Grand Princess of Ghis and so far the only child of Emperor Aemon Targaryen said while sitting at her vanity. She was rushing a comb through her chin length hair, it shone as silver as the full moon and blazed somewhat jaggedly with a sun-gold streak down the middle of the left side. This feature, along with her quick wit earned her the nickname Lightning.<br/><br/>""Darling, you're so pessimistic for one so young."" ""It's really not healthy, now come on."" ""You move with feet of lead, your father said that this was a very special occasion."" Empress Desiree, who had risen from the noble lover of Daenerys' firstborn son to the first wife of the Emperor and therefore the most powerful woman in the Ghiscari Empire glided over to where her daughter was. The empress was draped in an elegant violet<span style=""font-style: italic"">tokar</span>with green beads and silver fringe with her silver-gold hair piled up expertly underneath her heavy golden crown. ""I do wish that you hadn't cut your hair Desirhae, it was flowing nearly to your thighs and was so pretty."" ""Now you're nearly shorn like a boy."" The empress brushed the sleek bob that her daughter's hair was now cropped into. They may have been namesakes but mother and daughter couldn't have been more different.<br/><br/>""Honestly, I really don't think that it makes too much of a difference."" ""I think I actually look better this way."" Desirhae's dark violet eyes, the same as her mother's were trained on her little dragon Ghirach who as of now was rifling through her jewel box like a living scaled ruby while her pale slender fingers ran across her jagged golden streak. It was nearly a zigzag through the silver and it was her favorite thing about her. A servant knocked on the door. ""My lady, should I come and assist you with the princess?"" the maid asked. Desiree kindly waved a no. ""It's fine, I've got it."" the empress said. Desirhae however was going over her plan in her head. She wasn't sticking around here, she needed to do something to take back her father's entire kingdom. The girl rose, she towered over her mother by a good ten inches, inherited from her father no doubt. '<br/><br/>""Should I get the maids to prepare your tokar for you?"" the empress asked, turning the large ruby wedding ring on her finger. Desirhae waved her away. ""No, it's fine."" ""I never liked wearing that thing anyway, it's too difficult to walk in."" She instead opted for a gown of silver and dark gray, putting over it a long sleeveless violet over robe embroidered with golden dragons after her mother laced it for her. ""I don't want them talking about me behind my back, I know what they'll say."" ""A bastard playing as a princess, that's what they all think."" Desirhae picked up Ghirach in her arms and left the room. Empress Desiree sighed, running a hand through her hair before following after her daughter.<br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Eugenia Stark,<br/>Winterfell Castle, The North</span><br/>Eugenia Stark was riding on her black stallion on the way to the wedding next to her husband, she held Rickon's hand and was bundled up in her yellow velvet gown and fur cloak. ""Mummy, I'm hungry! Are we there yet?!"" Her five year old son Brandon whined as he rode in the cart behind his parents. His large green eyes were just like hers, but the rest of him was all Rickon. Eugenia laughed as the wind blew Brandon's dark auburn hair. ""Dear,we're nearly there."" ""You're a Northman, and Northmen can survive a horse ride."" ""I mean we survive winter every time it comes."" Eugenia said as they made their way through the streets, twirling her sword in her free hand. She was never a typical noblewoman, she was always a warrior and adventurer at heart and even after her marriage to Lord Rickon and the birth of their seven children, Lady Estermont, now Lady Stark had never given up what she loved to do.<br/><br/>Her greatest dream was to be a knight, but back in those days women were excluded from knighthood and so Eugenia joined the army and founded her own school in the North to train female knights. Of course, the North was a drastic change from her stormy island homeland but her husband and children made her happy and she loved them. Some of her children, like Talia had inherited their mother's fighting spirit and even enrolled in her school. She couldn't hide an immensely proud smile as she announced that she would compete in the king's tourney. Her husband Rickon, while okay with Talia training refused to let her fully graduate because of scaring off suitors. ""I never thought that I'd end up marrying, I wanted to be a wandering sword or a soldier."" ""But I guess that love is funny, here I am doing what I said that I'd never do times seven."" she laughed to herself.<br/><br/>Just then, she was interrupted by a cry from behind in her horse saddle. Eugenia turned her head, her long black braid whipping around in the wind as she did so. ""Mother, I need your help!"" It was none other than her twelve year old daughter Yvonne. ""What is is sweetie?!"" Eugenia called back down. ""I need help picking out a hairstyle to the king's wedding tourney and Talia's no help at all, will you help me please?!"" Yvonne's cloak hood was down, letting her long raven curls whip in the wind. She was one of the few children to inherit her mother's looks, but her ice gray eyes were pure Stark. Eugenia sighed a bit, she never cared for fashion much even as a child but it was her daughter. ""Your hair looks fine dear."" ""It's just like mine."" she told Yvonne."
14397,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448,2014-12-21T15:41:00,Tomia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Rickon Stark</span><br/>Rickon saw the proud look his wife had look on her face when Talia insisted on participating in the tourney. Talia had always been very close to her mother. Rickon couldn't help but think how much Talia reminded him of her. Talia couldn't help but scoff a little at Yvonne's. ""Well, if you asked me what kind of armor you should wear I'd be very helpful."" She said playfully as she rode. She saw Eddard was sulking a little and she nudged him softly. ""Hey cheer up brother, at least there's the tourney to look forward to, and the party. Maybe you'll even find a girl."" She said with a smirk. Eddard merely scoffed but gave a small smile. They finally arrived at the gates of the city and entered it, heading toward the Red Keep. The city was bustling and there were all sorts of sights and smells. Rickon never liked King's Landing much, he couldn't help but think of his deceased father when he came here."
14398,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448,2014-12-21T15:48:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Paramount Loron Greyjoy<br/>King's Landing</span><br/><br/>The Titan's Wrath finally arrived in King's Landing, it had been a bad trip and a storm had knocked them off schedule but they seemed to be in luck, at the harbour decorations for the upcoming wedding were being hung up; they had to be on time.<br/><br/>Loron had taken with him about 30 or so men and women, mostly friends and warriors. The other lords of the Iron Islands had seen no reason to travel to the wedding and Loron's family had preferred to wait at Pyke for his return.<br/><br/>As they docked Loron jumped to the ground and surveyed the landscape. King's Landing looked like a shithole, and the sea breeze was doing all it could butcould hardly mask the smell of the place.<br/><br/>Loron decided that he would leave his gifts and supplies on the ship until they were properly settled, right now he was anxious to see the city and meet everyone that he could; it wasn't every day that the Lord Paramounts all gathered in the same place at the same time.<br/><br/>And so Loron and a group of various ironborn trekked up to the Red Keep, eager to meet their king, what they found however was a long chain of Tyrell's. Loron quickly felt nervous about his own company as they walked past the Tyrells sitting on great horses with long banners streaming in the sky.<br/><br/>When he finally got to the Keep he found the head of the snake, the man who must have been Loras Tyrell and sitting beside him on a horse was a grand cage containing a dragon.<br/><br/>""Now I'm feeling anxious about my own gift."" Loron commented jokingly, giving the lord a bright smile, trying to regain his composure near the dragon and extending his arm for a handshake though it seemed quite awkward because the Tyrell was on a horse and Loron was simply standing there. Loron glanced behind and noted that there were a few Greyjoy banners."
14399,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448,2014-12-21T16:05:00,Nuridia,"'Armor, yuck!"" ""It's not pretty at all!"" Yvonne wrinkled her nose at her older sister. ""Hey, being a warrior isn't so bad Vonnie."" ""But if you want to be a lady, I'll love you either way."" ""You and your sister are just different is all, you two actually remind me of your aunts Sansa and Arya."" ""Going off the stories that your father told me, they were just like you."" Eugenia said as she rode. She didn't really enjoy sitting side saddle, but with the gown she wore she couldn't do much else. Secretly, she had promsied Talia a sparring match before the tourney and had brought the clothes for it. Eugenia's green eyes looked back at Eddard, who was sulking for some reason. ""Ed, is there something wrong?"" she asked her eldest son. Genie didn't like seeing her children unhappy. Her son Aeron was asleep and little Catelyn and Arya were playing with a doll to distract themselves.<br/><br/>Meanwhile in Ghiscari, Desirhae walked down the corridors with her mother following her and Ghirach perched peacefully on her shoulder. There were people in official's robes rushing about and going to and from the direction of the throne room. ""What's going on?"" the young princess asked, raining an eyebrow. ""Don't know, but I'm going to find out."" Desiree stopped one of the running men with an elegantly manicured hand and cradling the dragon egg that Aemon ahd given her on their wedding day under her other arm. After he spoke, the empress' eyes widened and she paled but she dismissed him. ""Apparently a man from one of the villages in the south sent a letter by messenger to the palace."" 'A khalasar has been spotted raiding, again."" Desiree groaned and pinched her nose. ""Is that the uncle whose help you seek, love?"" ""He and your father don't get along very well obviously, and he loots us whenever he can."" ""I doubt he will be of much help, he's such a barbarian he or his horselords may even rape you if given the chance."" the empress said, her pretty face pinched into a frown. Desirhae looked at her mother and then down the rest of the way. Did her father know anything of this?"
14400,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448,2014-12-21T16:33:00,The Imperial Republica,"Lord Maxwell and his son Derryk arrived in king's landing shortly after the Tyrells and the Greyjoys. They arrived on the great war galley,<span style=""font-style: italic"">Sea Ox</span>with an escort of 10 halberdiers, and 50 foot soldiers under the command of Ser Hugo, captain of the guard of Thunderhoof Hold. Derryk had questioned his father's decision to bring such a meager force to the tourney, but Maxwell did not anticipate trouble on a day such as this. After they parked their ship at the docks and got their gifts unloaded, Maxwell and his personal guard (the 10 halberdiers plus Ser Hugo) proceeded to march up to the Red Keep in a very unorderly fashion. After all, today was a day for celebration and festivities. No one anticipated trouble, least of all The Grey Fist. He gave his foot soldiers the afternoon off and told them to meet him at the Red Keep after they had finished their drinking and whoring. Upon reaching Aegon's Hill, Lord Maxwell turned to adress his men.<br/><br/>""Listen up, the lot o' you. I want you all on your best behavior. I know many of you have bad blood with the reachmen and the ironmen, I do too. Those iron bastards played a big role in the loss of the war for Robb Stark 30 some years ago, and those flower haired cunts are the reason Jon's dead now. I'm sure none of you are like to forget that, and neither am I. But we must be smart about this. We will do what we can to undermine the Tyrells, while also befriending the Greyjoys. We need their fleets if we are to secure the throne for the rightful king when he returns to dethrone this Flower-Dragon puppet. I don't want any of you getting into fights with Tyrell bannermen or Greyjoy bannermen either. The best thing we can do is out gift them, and outfight them in the tourney so that Derryk can gain a spot in the kingsguard. From there he will do what he can to whisper in the boy king's ear to remind him who he is, and who his father was. That at least will create some turmoil to keep the Tyrells nice and stupid until we can get the other Dragons over here."" The men nodded and began to ascend up the steps with their lord, ready to do whatever it takes to make him proud."
14401,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448,2014-12-21T16:34:00,Krugmar,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">House Vaeleneos</span><br/>Mantarys - Vaeleneos Palace<br/>Talaemor Vaeleneos, Lord of Mantarys and Master of the Demon Road</span></div><hr/><br/>Talaemor was stood atop a balcony connected to his personal study, from it he could see the entire view of Mantarys. It was a city of great beauty, still retaining its wondrous Valyrian architecture. Dotted around were dozens of dragon statues, each representing one of the Valaeneos dragons from ages past. The Palace was situated in the northern part of Mantarys, built upon a great hill. The great Demon Road cleft the city in half, dotted along it were shops and merchants. The southern part of the city was where most of the commoners lived, while the nobles and rich merchants generally lived in the northern area. The closer you were to the hill, the more important you must have been.<br/><br/>""The City of Monsters they call it, ignorant barbarians"" muttered Talaemor. Few travelers came to Mantarys, only the merchants looking to sell their wares from Meereen and Tolos, or plucky adventurers heading into Valyria and certain doom. The populace kept to themselves, preferring to keep the Valyrian blood undiluted and keep out Ghiscari and other influences. Only the nobles of families had been able to keep this blood purity, whilst the commoners had become a mix of Valyrian and Ghiscari.<br/><br/>Talaemor left the balcony, returning to his study. He was troubled, truth be told he had been troubled for many years. Bending the knee had never come easy to Talaemor, nor to his father Taenar. Relations with the Targaryens of Meereen had always been troubled, Talaemor's attack on Tolos had only help to further ruin the relations. Talaemor was confident that he could stall or potentially crush any Ghiscari army that attempted to march through the Demon Road, he was not confident about facing the Dragons however.<br/><br/>""Balerion, Syraxes, Vaelen! Why do you punish us so? We who have been your faithful for so long, yet you return Dragons to those Targaryen traitors!"" he said to his Gods. After hearing of Daenaerys success at hatching fossilised eggs, Taenar had attempted the same. The result was the loss of fifteen priceless Dragon eggs with no success, only one fossilised egg remained. Talaemor had it locked up away from his father, not wishing to lose even more dignity and accept more failure.<br/><br/>Talaemor turned to one of his slaves and told him to fetch his sister, Maelesa, and fetch her quickly. Though slavery was technically illegal within the Empire, Mantarys had never properly reformed. They had made a show of releasing the slaves, then simply enslaved them again when Daenaerys left. The news would have obviously reached Aemon by now, though Talaemor cared not. He would stick to the old Valyrian ways, for he was a true son of Valyria unlike the Targaryen half-breed blood-traitors. He would rule Mantarys as he wished, his knee would remain upright.<hr/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">House Vaeleneos</span><br/>Mantarys - Vaeleneos Palace<br/>Maelesa Vaeleneos , Lady of Mantarys</span></div><hr/><br/><br/>Maelesa was lying in her huge bed, her handmaidens waiting in the edges of the room. She had just woken up to find that Talaemor had already left,<span style=""font-style: italic"">why did he have to rise so early?</span>. She rolled over and saw that the sun had risen up over the mountains, perhaps she should get up. Talaemor would probably want to see her, she was his favourite after all. She slowly rose from her bed, helped by her handmaidens, and set about washing and preparing herself.<br/><br/>She was quickly washed and dressed by her handmaidens, just in time for the slave to arrive. Talaemor did want to see her, just as expected. She was wearing a simple black dress, adorned with some golden jewelry. She knew that her brother adored the family colours, tradition and all that. She left her room and began to make her way through the Palace. Her area was located in the west wing of the Palace, while her sister had been allocated the east wing. Talaemor had no fixed room, other than his personal study, staying in either of his sisters rooms though he spent more nights with Maelesa than with Vysenna.<br/><br/>She made her way through the Great Hall, a momentous room which could seat well over five hundred people though now it was devoid of all life. She proceeded through a door near Talaemor's throne and went up a large flight of stairs. It took some time to reach the top of the tower and the personal study. She knocked on the door and waited for a response, Talaemor hated intrusions and so she had learnt to simply wait until he was ready. Eventually a slave opened the door and she strolled in without a word and sat on one of the chairs.<br/><br/>""You requested me?"" asked Maelesa.<br/><br/>""Come, walk with me"" replied Talaemor, taking her hand and leading her down the huge flight of steps. She managed to keep herself from groaning about climbing all the steps just to walk down them again a second later.<hr/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">House Vaeleneos</span><br/>Mantarys - Vaeleneos Palace<br/>Vynessa Vaeleneos, Lady of Mantarys</span></div><hr/><br/><br/>Vynessa was in her spacious room, sat at her desk braiding her daughters hair. She spent a lot of her time with Elaena, more time than Maelesa spent with Taemor. Vynessa appreciated the company, she rarely spent time with Talaemor though this was probably Maelesa's doing. Vynessa had always been a good wife to him, better than Maelesa had. Maelesa may have been more seductive and a better warrior but she was a terrible mother. Vynessa had raised Taemor during his younger years while Maelesa had been off, gallivanting around Tolos ignoring her child.<br/><br/>""You seem troubled mother"" said Elaena, always one to understand her mothers emotions.<br/><br/>""Oh... it is nothing dear, I am simply thinking"" she replied. After a few minutes the braiding was finished, she had done quite a good job. She never trusted the handmaidens to braid her daughters hair, not that they were untrustworthy but simply because they lacked a mothers touch. ""How do you feel?"" asked Vynessa.<br/><br/>""The hair looks good, but I am still nervous"" replied Elaena.<br/><br/>""You will be fine, he will love you, I am sure of it"" said Vynessa, putting her hand on Elaena's shoulder as a form of reassurance.<br/><br/>""I hope you are right"" replied Elaena, sighing slightly.<br/><br/>Vynessa laughed and said ""I am always right, now come, let us take a nice walk to the courtyard"" before pulling Elaena by the hand out of the room. Some fresh air would do them both well.<hr/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">House Vaeleneos</span><br/>Mantarys - Vaeleneos Palace<br/>Taemor Vaeleneos, Prince of Mantarys</span></div><hr/><br/><br/>Taemor was busy hacking away at one of the target posts in the courtyard. He was sweating slightly, from the hot sun and physical exercise. He was dressed in a simple tunic and breeches, they were tattered and worn, perfect for simple practice such as this. Nearby Mantaryan Legionnaires stood practicing against each other, their drillmaster shouting orders at them. They were dressed in armour quite<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i.imgur.com/c8bWRVs.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">unique to Mantarys</a>. He could see that some of them were watching him practice, though he didn't feel uneasy about the small audience.<br/><br/>Taemor was a good warrior, though he had few chances to show it. He had only been on a few raids into Tolosi territory and had only slain a few commoners while there, nothing to write a ballad about. Yet he was assured by his father and blademasters that his skill in personal combat was of a high standard. He could only hope that they were correct. He put his sword down and took a long drink, it was beginning to get hot and he would have to change soon.<br/><br/>He looked up and saw his father and mother walking across the battlements, they hadn't seen him and seemed to be talking about something. He heard a voice behind him say ""Prince Taemor, it is lovely to see you"". He whirled round and saw his aunt and half-sister standing near him. Nerves overtook him as he stuttered, he looked like a complete fool in front of his betrothed and the company of legionnaires nearby.<hr/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">House Vaeleneos</span><br/>Mantarys - Vaeleneos Palace<br/>Elaena Vaeleneos, Princess of Mantarys</span></div><hr/><br/><br/>Elaena and her mother entered the courtyard and saw Prince Taemor practicing. He was tall, gallant and every girls dream. Elaena often heard the noble girls talking about him and making bets about who could sleep with him first, yet it seemed none of them could ever win the bets. ""Go speak with him"" she heard her mother say.<br/><br/>""Erm.. no, I think we should go to-"" began Elaena, trying to worm out of actually speaking to her fiancée.<br/><br/>""I am not taking that as an answer"" replied Vynessa, pulling Elaena along by hand. Elaena could see her father and aunt walking across the battlements and knew the reason for her mothers quick and forceful decision. There was bad blood between Maelesa and Vynessa, with each trying to impress Talaemor as much as possible.<br/><br/>""Prince Taemor, it is lovely to see you"" said Vynessa. Taemor whirled around, he looked very confused and made a silly face. Elaena tried her best not to laugh at it. He stuttered out in surprise ""Err... oh! Lady Vynessa, Princess Elaena. It is good to see you"".<br/><br/>Elaena felt a small nudge from her mother, it jabbed her right between the ribs and her attempt to hold in laughter became an attempt to hold in anger. ""I look forward to our wedding Taemor, I hope I will make a good wife"" she said.<br/><br/>""I do too, and I am sure that you will. I hope it makes father happy"" replied Taemor, regaining his composure.<br/><br/>""and it will, and already has"" said Talaemor, interrupting the conversation. Vynessa was smiling, as she could see that Maelesa had been left alone on the battlements. ""Now Taemor I want you to get dressed, I will be holding court today and I want you at my side. Vynessa I want you and Elaena to be there as well"" he continued.<br/><br/>""Will our beloved sister be there?"" asked Vynessa.<br/><br/>""No, I am sending her to Meereen to speak with the Emperor and invite him to the wedding. I would rather not have such filth here, but it is a formality that we must endure"" replied Talaemor. With that he quickly departed for the Great Hall.<br/><br/>""Please excuse me, I must get changed out of these rags"" said Taemor, before he too departed. He was heading for the west wing of the Palace, where his room was located.<br/><br/>""Come now Elaena, we must get you dressed for court"" said Vynessa, leading her daughter back to her room. Elaena sighed, another hour to be wasted trying on dresses and re-braiding her hair.<hr/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">House Vaeleneos</span><br/>Mantarys - Vaeleneos Palace<br/>Maelesa Vaeleneos, Lady of Mantarys</span></div><hr/><br/><br/>Maelesa walked with Talaemor across the battlements, out of the corner of her eye she could see Taemor training and her damned sister approaching him. Her son was magnificent, true perfection borne from the blood of old Valyria. Much better than Elaena, a pretty but useless little girl who would make a terrible wife. If only Maelesa could have given Talaemor a daughter to be a true wife to Taemor.<br/><br/>""I am sending you to treat with the Emperor, invite him to the wedding in two weeks time. I doubt he will come but we must extend the invitation, for the sake of any remaining relations"" said Talaemor.<br/><br/>""Of course, I shall depart at once dear brother"" replied Maelesa.<br/><br/>""Excellent, now I must speak with the rest of our family"" said Talaemor, moving away instantly and walking down the battlement steps. Maelesa watched and saw her sisters large grin, how childish was she to think that this meant anything. After a few minutes she climbed down the battlements and climbed onto a horse. Around her was a company of Mantaryan Legionnaires, saddled up and ready to guard her. They charged out of the gate and through Mantarys, eventually reaching the Demon Road and passing through the eastern gate.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The next day</span><br/><br/>She would eventually reach Meereen the next day. She reached the Palace to find officials running about, talking of Dothraki raids in Lhazar lands. Maelesa didn't care about the problems of this Empire, she began to make her way towards the throne room."
14402,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448,2014-12-21T17:04:00,Tomia,"Talia sighed at her sister's reaction. She loved her sister, but sometimes she wondered how they were related. Rickon couldn't help but smile at the comparison of his daughters to his older sisters. ""Well, it's certainly true. They used to argue about it all the time. They still always lived each other though."" Eddard heard his mother's question and sighed a little. ""I just don't understand why we're attending a wedding for these people. They killed father's brothers, my uncles. How can we be expected to celebrate with them and toast wine together?"""
14403,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448,2014-12-21T17:15:00,Nuridia,"Eugenia sighed. ""Honey, I don't like this either but it's necessary."" ""The Tyrells have become the new Lannisters I'm afraid, and this is the perfect opportunity to observe them and formulate a plan."" ""Besides, young Aerion is your cousin, Jon's son."" ""I'm sure your uncle Jon would want us to get along with him, it's a shame that the child is being manipulated on a string by his parents' murderers."" ""I wonder if he even knows the truth."" Eugenia wondered. Then she spoke again. ""Look, I'm going to say the same thing that I said to my father when he forbade me to be a warrior."" 'We're going to do what we have to do to achieve our goals and not a single fuck will be given about the Tyrells."" ""As long as the right thing is done, I don't give one single fuck, the roses are irrelevant as long as my family is safe."" ""You know how I've always felt about my fucks ever since childhood, I don't give them away, ever."" Eugenia was always a bit rough even as a girl. Yvonne spoke up. ""How can that be, I mean you obviously give your fucks to Father or else we wouldn't exist."" ""I heard you saw to Ed one day, ""Your father's the only one I give my fucks to."" Yvonne laughed. Eugenia blushed brightly. ""Young lady!"" she shouted."
14404,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448,2014-12-21T17:32:00,Tomia,"Eddard nodded at his mother's words. He didn't like it at all, but she was right. They couldn't act too rashly, they had to be smart. He was shocked at what his sister Yvonne said and couldn't help but laugh. ""Maybe she's nor such a lady after all"", he joked. Eddard wasn't surprised by his wife's language. He was used to her speaking her mind and actually admired it. He was shocked however at his daughter's words and tried not to blush. ""Yvonne, you know that isn't appropriate language for you to use."" Rickon said to her sternly."
14405,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448,2014-12-21T17:33:00,New Granadeseret,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Storm's End, Steffon Baratheon-Swann: Several Day's previous</span><br/><br/>""With all due respect, my lord... you<span style=""font-style: italic"">must </span>attend!""<br/><br/>Steffon turned his eyes casually up from his bowl honed porridge and clams, taking an extra moment to chew as he prepared to face the umpteenth petition from the burley, unshaven man sitting a few chairs down from him at his feasting table. The interruptions during his late-night studies had been acceptable; serving as a reminder it was time to go to bed, but just when he was breaking his fast? Before he would have to sit in his court for the next few hours handling his petitions? As much respect as he land for his father's old castellan, that simply could not stand.<br/><br/>""I am the lord of Storm's End Ser Wagstaff, not you."" He stated with as little emotion as possible, filling his mouth once more to stall a moment. ""You ought to know better than anyone else why I simply can not attend."" His voice murmured off at the end: as it was prone to doing whenever he faced off against a personality as... enthusiastic as his advisor, the warrior grunting under his breath as his nails scratched across the table, gritting his teeth.""<br/><br/>""Of course I know the situation wouldn't be ideal."" He began, his harsh tone smoothed over somewhat as he tried to reconcile his passion with the reality, giving Steffon the time he needed to quickly finish off his dish. ""But you must realize that snubbing the young King, your direct liege lord, by not attending his wedding would be a far worse insult than merely turning down his invitation to the accompanying tournament. You need to get out there... court some ladies your own age. Even the scullery maids are starting to talk...""<br/><br/>Steffon interrupted him by making a strong gesture with his arm, directing one of the servants to take his dishes away. ""I have heard this story seven times over."" He began glancing off to the side as he tried to hide the look of mild nausea on his face... the mere thought of fighting and blood for entertainment causing his food to sit poorly. ""If you would let this case rest, I will convene with my other advisors. We must not move too hastily."" Pushing himself away from the table, Steffon beat quiet, dignified retreat from the feasting hall, disappearing into the maze-like passageways of the central keep. Ser Wagstaff, now sitting alone, just sighed, calling out for a strong drink: having known his charge far too well to not know who these 'other advisors' where.<br/><br/>Deep inside the Keep, Steffon pushed a great wooden door open, revealing a room filled with light; the light from the central brazier and torches dances along the walls of the great stone chamber, causing the red robes of the figure sitting there to appear as though afire themselves. He stood there for a moment, silently turning down his head and thanking R'hllor for bringing this dawn, before firmly speaking ""Praise be to the Lord of Light."" Those words caught the attention of the figure sitting there, robes shifting almost ethereally as she stood up, pulling away her hood as she turned towards her guest.<br/><br/>""Praise be to the Lord indeed, child."" Melisadnre answered, looking down at the young lord as she waved out an arm in welcome. ""Come in... I had just finished greeting the dawn myself."" Without another word; Steffon obeyed, sitting cross legged opposite the brazier from her, eyes occasionally obscured by a lick of fire, a look of sincere concern on her face. ""I sense something ... doubts flickering deep inside."" She began, her voice deep yet still achingly feminine. ""Tell me what troubles you, Steffon...""<br/><br/>The presence of such a familiar and comforting face put his heart as ease. ""Priestess... I have received word from King's Landing. The young king... he is finally to be married."" He confessed freely; having no need to put on any sort of airs before the woman who had watched over him since birth. ""As my earthly liege it is my duty to attend, but you know I am not worthy to wield either my father or grandfather's blade. I can not do such dishonor to my name, but if I were to refuse to take to the field what would be said of me?""<br/><br/>He felt a soft, warm hand touch his chest, fingers rubbing slightly from over his robes, as Melisandre's burnished finger went to her lips, signaling for silence. ""The blood of the second Azor Ahai runs through your veins. If the nameless one is to over be defeated, than you must find a woman who can give you the truest of love... and she is not here."" Steffon listened, nodding as she spoke. ""You must go to King's Landing... if all the great ladies off the Kingdoms are to be there, surely your destined wife is as well. As for your honor."" A mischievous smile formed on her lips for a moment. ""There are other ways of glory beside the sword. I'm sure you can find them.""<br/><br/>His face became stern, now firmed with a sense of righteous resolve, as he gripped Melisandre's hand, giving her a small bow with his neck. ""Thank you, my lady,"" he spoke he stood up with her, giving her palm a squeeze. ""I will not fail."" And, with that, he left her be, returning to the hall to find Wagstaff in his second cup.<br/><br/>""Ser, prepare provisions and a ship; we set sail for King's Landing as soon as possible.""<br/><br/>----<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The King's Gate, King's Landing, Steffon Baratheon-Swann Present Day</span><br/><br/>The flagship of the Stormlands, the Baratheon's titular<span style=""font-style: italic"">Fury</span>, sailed up the Blackwater Rush; massive compared to the fishing boats and gallies it was going past Not the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Fury</span>of day's past, this ship used sails in addition to its 100 oars; far more intimidating than the little lord standing at its bow, wearing a cloak of gold-colored satan cloth over his usual black alchemist robes, having some leather padding underneath to try to give him the appearance of a little more bulk than he actually had. The weight of the sword at his side was unfamiliar, as he and his horse trotted down the gangplank; an escort of 10 knights and 70 footmen along with him, in their best available dress uniform. All the pomp and cermimony made him slightly uncomfortable; so much different from the spartan Storm's End and Guildhall, but he kept himself in as noble a pose as he could, parading up through the King's Gate. He did notice the sight of the Stag and Flaming heart drew mixed results; some mumbling a prayer and scurrying away, others giving loud cheers, as they cut through the Street of Steel, then up the hook to Aegon's High Hill, the Red Keep looming directly in front of them.<br/><br/>Nervous, Steffon found himself pushing his troops to a faster pace, allowing him to spot, half-way up the hill, the banners of his vassals, House Tyrosus, above them. He thought back to their gruff lord; a man he could truly imagine being well-liked by his grandfather, based on what stories he'd heard. Still, his mind wandered back to his instructions, what father had taught him about dealing with vassals: ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">They must be given their due respect... but it must be made clear you are due more.""</span>. Taking this to heart, he straightened his shoulders, taking a few deep breaths as he approached the top of the hill, directly his troops to assemble in column on the cobbled square before the keep, staring over at the Tyrosusians; expecting they would acknowledge their liege's presence."
14406,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448,2014-12-21T17:36:00,Nuridia,"""But Mother does it!"" Yvonne protested to her father. Eugenia tried not to laugh, although it was inappropriate it was funny. She did laugh however when Ed laughed and then stopped as she was getting carried away. ""Mother is a grown woman, and I don't speak this way all the time."" ""When you become grown, you can say whatever you want."" Eugenia said seriously to her second daughter."
14407,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448,2014-12-21T17:45:00,Tomia,"Rickon nodded at his wife's words. ""Your mother is right Yvonne, she is a grown woman and can speak like that when she wishes. You are our child, and you need to learn the importance of words before you can say things like that. Besides, you disrespected your mother as well."" He told her sternly. ""You're not to old to go over one of our knees you know."" He warned her. Rickon loved his children, and enjoyed spending time with them, but he also needed to make sure they learned respect for themselves and their elders."
14408,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448,2014-12-21T17:49:00,Nuridia,"""No I didn't, how'd I disrespect her?!"" Yvonne asked, she wondered how that was disrespectful and then she saw her parents' stern faces and sighed. ""You're right Father, I'll stop."" she said, boredly tracing some of the embroidery on her gown and feeling a bit defeated."
14409,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448,2014-12-21T17:55:00,Tomia,"Rickon saw his daughter's expression and felt a little bad. He pulled her close to him as they rode next each other. ""Hey, I didn't mean to make you feel bad. You know your mother and I love you very much. We know you didn't mean anything wrong by it."" ""It was actually kind of funny."" He admitted to her in a whisper with a small smile. ""But a child your age shouldn't use language like that. You shouldn't be in a rush to grow up. I know I was forced to do it far too fast."" He admitted to his second daughter."
14410,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448,2014-12-21T17:58:00,Nuridia,"Eugenia looked at her husband and daughter riding together. ""She'll never take us seriously if you keep coddling her right after discipline Rick."" Eugenia said to her husband and then she smiled. ""But your father's right Yvonne, we do love you a lot."" ""We just want you to grow up to be a smart and strong young lady, enjoy your years while you still have them."" her mother said.<br/><br/>Desirhae shifted from one foot to another, thinking about what in the world was going to happen. Her father, the empire, everything she loved was in danger and her father and uncles were ripped from their home in Westeros and had to carve out a new life for themselves. Although she had the title Grand Princess and was raised as such, she still sometimes felt like a bastard. Of course there were some that said it to her face, her parents were quick to squash that but it still affected her although she acted confident. Desiree wrapped an arm around her daughter's shoulder and Desirhae leaned into her embrace, fingering the golden Targaryen pendant that glistneed around her neck."
14411,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448,2014-12-21T18:08:00,Novae Vitae,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Loron Greyjoy""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Woodstovia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=22871313#p22871313"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Paramount Loron Greyjoy<br/>King's Landing</span><br/><br/>The Titan's Wrath finally arrived in King's Landing, it had been a bad trip and a storm had knocked them off schedule but they seemed to be in luck, at the harbour decorations for the upcoming wedding were being hung up; they had to be on time.<br/><br/>Loron had taken with him about 30 or so men and women, mostly friends and warriors. The other lords of the Iron Islands had seen no reason to travel to the wedding and Loron's family had preferred to wait at Pyke for his return. <br/><br/>As they docked Loron jumped to the ground and surveyed the landscape. King's Landing looked like a shithole, and the sea breeze was doing all it could butcould hardly mask the smell of the place. <br/><br/>Loron decided that he would leave his gifts and supplies on the ship until they were properly settled, right now he was anxious to see the city and meet everyone that he could; it wasn't every day that the Lord Paramounts all gathered in the same place at the same time.<br/><br/>And so Loron and a group of various ironborn trekked up to the Red Keep, eager to meet their king, what they found however was a long chain of Tyrell's. Loron quickly felt nervous about his own company as they walked past the Tyrells sitting on great horses with long banners streaming in the sky.<br/><br/>When he finally got to the Keep he found the head of the snake, the man who must have been Loras Tyrell and sitting beside him on a horse was a grand cage containing a dragon. <br/><br/>""Now I'm feeling anxious about my own gift."" Loron commented jokingly, giving the lord a bright smile, trying to regain his composure near the dragon and extending his arm for a handshake though it seemed quite awkward because the Tyrell was on a horse and Loron was simply standing there. Loron glanced behind and noted that there were a few Greyjoy banners.</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Paramount Loras Tyrell<br/>The Red Keep, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>His uncle had just left for Margaery when Greyjoy appeared. Loras took his hand from his saddle for a moment, considering. To dismount was to denounce the supremacy of House Tyrell, but to make an enemy of Greyjoy was dangerous. Besides, he had danced with smallfolk (and, if rumor held, had a bastard son by one as well). So Loras swung down from his horse and clasped Greyjoy's arm on equal ground.<br/><br/>""An honor, Lord Greyjoy,"" Loras said. He took up a cutting smile. ""It did not expect such unison in our arrival."" Loras peered out over King's Landing from their vantage point atop Aegon's Hill. ""And look there,"" he said, pointing. ""There is House Baratheon-Swann. Perhaps we shall finally meet this new Lord Baratheon.""<br/><br/>Loras noticed the piercing eyes his vassal lordlings had afforded him and Greyjoy. ""Come now, don't be shy!"" Loras exclaimed. He was being jovial, he knew, but it wasn't better than being cold and abrasive. He waved his highest born knights forward to introduce themselves to Greyjoy.<br/><br/>And he would smite them if they did not dismount."
14412,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448,2014-12-21T18:16:00,Toronina,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bracken Lands, Brynden Blackwood</span><br/><br/>Brynden felt alive. On yet another raid of his rival's lands, he was enjoying himself greatly. This was the Blackwood's payback, for it was the Bracken's who were the first house without a captive to bend. Over the history, it'd been proven the Bracken's were a greedy house, betraying their lieges when it was convenient, and killing Blackwood's. This was just another raid, just a simple hit and run operation in the dead of night, no banners flying, no Bracken's captured, but it still made him feel alive.<br/><br/>After the raid had ended, Brynden has walked to his bedroom, back in Raventree Hall, and gone to sleep. Tomorrow was another day, and another chance at revenge."
14413,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448,2014-12-21T18:17:00,Tomia,"Rickon frowned slightly at his wife's words. ""I wasn't coddling Genie, I just didn't want her to be upset. She knows what she said was wrong."" He whispered to his wife as they rode. Soon they finally reached the gates of the Red Keep and dismounted. ""We're finally here. I wonder where the king is."" Rickon said, helping his children out of the cart and off their horses. The guards and servants took their luggage as they headed towards the red keep."
14414,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448,2014-12-21T18:58:00,Alderann,"GOLD ROAD, LION GATE<br/><br/>Lord Jamie Lannister wore the red armor of the Lannisters. The armor giving off a dull shine in the afternoon sun. The Lord and his company of 50 men had been riding the gold road for a week and a half to arrive at kings landing in time for the tourney.<br/><br/>The men and Lord Lannister were exhausted but an end to their journey was in sight. There in front of them was the Lions gate to kings landing. One of the seven gates that granted access to kings landing, the gate itself was named in honor of House Lannister, it seems only fitting that a Lannister would be riding through it.<br/><br/>"" milord our journey is nearly complete.""<br/><br/>"" Aye almost.""<br/><br/>The young Lord was always proper and well mannered. His father had raised him to be a ruler that the House Lannister needed. The young Lord seemed to have all the best qualilties of his father, uncle, and even his grandfather Tywin.<br/><br/>"" milord are you excited for the tourney?""<br/><br/>The young knight that kept speaking was Ser Fulk, a young naive boy who had just recently been knighted. Even tho he was naive, the young knight was very dutiful in the protection of his Lord.<br/><br/>"" Aye I am excited.""<br/><br/>"" milord will you compete in the melee, you have a hand with the sword that rivals that of your uncle ""<br/><br/>"" Aye I will, but I expect you to compete in the joust.""<br/><br/>Ser Fulk rode as if he was born in the saddle. Riding with a grace about him that made most men jealous of his skills.<br/><br/>"" Aye milord if you would permit.""<br/><br/>"" I permit and insist.""<br/><br/>"" milord are we here just for the tourney, or to find you a wife also, this tourney will bring all the lords and ladies. Surely we can find one that catches your eye.""<br/><br/>Lord Jaime did not answer back, instead he just looked ahead as they rode through the lion gate and into kings landing."
14415,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448,2014-12-21T19:11:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Loron Greyjoy</span><br/><br/>Loron smiled at the various lords who dismounted and shook their hands, pretending like he cared about them. ""You're making me feel bad about my own company, you've got all these great lords and I fished this lot out of the gutters of Pyke."" Loron said jokingly, eliciting a laugh from his own retainers. When Loron spotted the lord Baratheon approaching the Keep he decided to greet him as well. ""Lord Baratheon it's nice to finally meet you!"" Loron called out."
14416,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=25,2014-12-21T19:12:00,Nuridia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Tomia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=22873003#p22873003"">wrote</a>:</cite>Rickon frowned slightly at his wife's words. ""I wasn't coddling Genie, I just didn't want her to be upset. She knows what she said was wrong."" He whispered to his wife as they rode. Soon they finally reached the gates of the Red Keep and dismounted. ""We're finally here. I wonder where the king is."" Rickon said, helping his children out of the cart and off their horses. The guards and servants took their luggage as they headed towards the red keep.</div></blockquote><br/>""Well we're here, finally."" Eugenie said as they dismounted, taking her four youngest children with her as they walked towsrd the castle. Yvonne walked next to her father and Eugenie clasped her older son's shoulder as they arrived at the wedding. ""It'll be alright Ned."" Eugenia said comfortingly. the emeralds she wore giving a grassy shine in the sun."
14417,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=25,2014-12-21T19:21:00,Tomia,"Rickon smiled at Yvonne as she walked next to him. He may have been a little set on his children, but he cherished family. He had lost his so young, he couldn't let that happen with his children. Eddard gave a small smile to his mother, they had always had a close relationship. ""Thank you mother"", he told her sincerely. Talia walked with her family toward the castle. ""Don't forget mother, you promised to practice with me before the melee."" She smiled at her mother as she whispered softly. She was sure her father would cave on her request. They reached the front halls of the castle and their servants put down their luggage as the family waited to be greeted. As Rickon looked around he noticed a group of men gathered around in the keep. He recognized a few of them. One was a Greyjoy, by the look of his armor, another he recognized as Loras Tyrell, and the other he didn't recognize but seemed to be wearing the Baratheon sigil. They weren't Rickon's favorite groping of people, but he knew it would impolite to ignore them. He approached Lord Loras with his family trailing behind. ""Lord Loras, it's a privilege to see you again. It was kind of your family to host this event."" Rickon said politely. ""It is nice to meet you as well my lords, I am Rickon Stark."" He said to the Greyjoy, and the Baratheon."
14418,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=25,2014-12-21T19:48:00,Novae Vitae,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Loron Greyjoy""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Woodstovia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=22873548#p22873548"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Loron Greyjoy</span><br/><br/>Loron smiled at the various lords who dismounted and shook their hands, pretending like he cared about them. ""You're making me feel bad about my own company, you've got all these great lords and I fished this lot out of the gutters of Pyke."" Loron said jokingly, eliciting a laugh from his own retainers. When Loron spotted the lord Baratheon approaching the Keep he decided to greet him as well. ""Lord Baratheon it's nice to finally meet you!"" Loron called out.</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Rickon Stark""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Tomia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=22873665#p22873665"">wrote</a>:</cite>Rickon smiled at Yvonne as she walked next to him. He may have been a little set on his children, but he cherished family. He had lost his so young, he couldn't let that happen with his children. Eddard gave a small smile to his mother, they had always had a close relationship. ""Thank you mother"", he told her sincerely. Talia walked with her family toward the castle. ""Don't forget mother, you promised to practice with me before the melee."" She smiled at her mother as she whispered softly. She was sure her father would cave on her request. They reached the front halls of the castle and their servants put down their luggage as the family waited to be greeted. As Rickon looked around he noticed a group of men gathered around in the keep. He recognized a few of them. One was a Greyjoy, by the look of his armor, another he recognized as Loras Tyrell, and the other he didn't recognize but seemed to be wearing the Baratheon sigil. They weren't Rickon's favorite groping of people, but he knew it would impolite to ignore them. He approached Lord Loras with his family trailing behind. ""Lord Loras, it's a privilege to see you again. It was kind of your family to host this event."" Rickon said politely. ""It is nice to meet you as well my lords, I am Rickon Stark."" He said to the Greyjoy, and the Baratheon.</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Paramount Loras Tyrell<br/>The Red Keep, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>""You must be Lord Baratheon,"" Loras said, smiling as the lord approached himself and Lord Greyjoy. ""It is an honor, truly. I myself am Loras Tyrell, Lord Paramount of the Reach. These are--""<br/><br/>Loras was cut off from introducing his knights by the approach of Lord Rickon Stark, whom he had meant briefly before. ""Lord Stark, a pleasure to see you again,"" Loras said. ""And it is the utmost honor of House Tyrell to aid His Grace with his finances. Speaking of His Grace, I have heard he was not present. How unfortunate. My dear aunt Margaery, however, should be with us shortly."""
14419,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=25,2014-12-21T19:53:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Loron Greyjoy</span><br/><br/>A murmur went up from Loron's entourage as the new lord introduced himself. Half of the Ironborn unsheathed their weapons while the other grasped at their hilts. Loron himself wrapped his hand around the hilt of his sword. ""Stark."" said Loron with venom in his voice. ""I was looking for something to decorate Pyke with, maybe wolf pelts will do the trick."" Loron smiled at the man, not showing a hint of kindness."
14420,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=25,2014-12-21T19:58:00,New Granadeseret,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Steffon Baratheon-Swann</span><br/><br/>While waiting for recognition from Lord Tyrosus, he found himself shifting uncomfortably in his saddle; this bow-legged position taking some getting used to. When he heard his name being mentioned in the din, however, he froze up, directing his steed to turn to a vision he'd been told would happen for a long awhile; a collection of the other high lords of the realm, all clearly more at home than he was. He breathed in deeply through his nose, his mount trotting over to this noble collection, putting on a soft, diplomatic grin as he scanned their faces, trying to attach descriptions to the names he'd thoroughly memorized.<br/><br/>""Many thanks, Lord Loron."" He said first, properly recognizing the first one to greet him, offering as proper a bow as he could from atop his steed. ""And to you, Lord Loras; your lovely cousin has may thanks for inviting us to her wedding."" He had to adjust himself in his saddle, somewhat clumsily, to face the Lannister and Stark without their horses bumping awkwardly into one another. ""And to you as well, Lord Jaime, Lord Rickon; it is an honor to finally meet you all. If I may introduce myself."" He held out his hand for shaking moving from one to the next, starting with Loras and working rightward. ""I am Steffon Baratheon-Swann, Lord of Storm's End and Lord-Paramount of the Stormlands. I trust I'm not interrupting anything?"""
14421,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=25,2014-12-21T20:00:00,Nuridia,"""Of course I won't forget dear, you wouldn't let me."" Lady Stark whispered back to her daughter as they met three men who were standing at the gates of the castle. ""Lord Tyrell, Lord Baratheon-Swann. it's been a pleasure to see you again."" Eugenia greeted politely. She had to keep up appearances for her husband's sake although she had nothing against the Baratheons. When she went to go greet Lord Greyjoy, the man was obviously disrespecting her husband and her whole family as he grasped his sword and Eugenia was not having that. Her eyes blazed as she turned to Loron. ""You can try Lord Greyjoy, but don't forget that wolves have a full set of blades on them at all times."" she said grasping her own sword. ""I'm sure that they can take a tentacle or three before the deed is done as a wolf pelt will still have its teeth but a kraken without arms, well that isn't really much of a threat at all."" Eugenia said, her venom matching Loron's."
14422,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=25,2014-12-21T20:05:00,Tomia,"Rickon greeted Steffon Baratheon and shook his hand. ""It is good to meet you my lord. Our families have always bern close. It is unfortunate thay we have just."" Rickon told him with a smile. The Stark guards raised their swords immediately after the Grey joys did the same. They looked ready to attack but Rickon held up a hand to calm them. He turned to Loron, and looked him in the eyes. He wasn't shocked by the Greyjoy's crude behavior, but he was surprised he acted so openly and irrationally. ""I don't see any need for aggression here Greyjoy. We are here for a wedding after all. I see no reason why we need to have a quarrel here."" Rickon said plainly and calmly. He wouldn't give the Greyjoys the aggression they seeked. Eddard, almost went for his blade himself but Talia stopped him, ""Hey, don't be stupid. That's what they want."" She told him. Eddard reluctantly nodded and pulled his hand away from his hilt. Rickon heard his wife's words and wasn't shocked at her outrage, but they didn't need to escalate things further. He took her hand subtly, a way to ask her to keep her calm with out damaging her credibility."
14423,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=25,2014-12-21T20:08:00,Novae Vitae,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Paramount Loras Tyrell<br/>The Red Keep, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>""Such poetry!"" Loras Tyrell marked as the Greyjoys and Starks barred their . . . fangs? Tentacles? It made no matter. For a moment the two House members turned to face him.<br/><br/>""How very dramatic you are both, my lord and my lady,"" Loras said, ""but how excluded I feel. Such grandiose beasts your Houses have to make cutting remarks about! I only have some one hundred-and-fifty men to do my cutting. Of course, those men are only needed when the peace of His Grace is broken. With<span style=""font-style: italic"">Lord</span>Stark around, that should appear in tact.""<br/><br/>Loras raised an eyebrow, his implication obvious."
14424,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=25,2014-12-21T20:25:00,Tomia,"Rickon frowned at Loras' words. He didn't like the Tyrell's subtle insults. ""I apologize for the disturbance, but Starks will always defend themselves. Still, this is unnecessary, and we will not have a fight here. It is pointless."" He turned to his family, ""let us go find where we will be staying."" He told them matter of factly before heading off with them into the keep, guards in tow."
14425,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=25,2014-12-21T20:26:00,Nuridia,"Eugenia felt Rickon take her hand subtly and she snorted in a most unladylike fashion but she calmed down."" She then turned to Loras, knowing what he was implying and her left eye twitched unceremoniously. ""Well<span style=""font-style: italic"">forgive</span>me Lord Tyrell but our family's lives were basically threatened without cause."" ""I being a woman am not as rational as my lord husband, nor do I really freaking care if I am but how would you have reacted?"" ""The quarrel was not started by us."" Eugenia said calmly as possible."
14426,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=25,2014-12-21T20:27:00,Arana,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Red Keep, King's Landing, Crownlands<br/>Aerion I Targaryen, King of the Andals, the Rhoynar, and the First Men, Lord of the Seven Kingdoms</span><br/><br/>Aerion and Ser Aemon quietly walked up behind the crowd gathered at the gate, close enough so that the two of them could hear what was going on but far enough so that, were things to turn ugly, Aerion would be out of harm's way. When it became clear that intervention was necessary, he nodded to Ser Aemon, who began making a path through the crowd. Whenever one of the men would step back into the path after being pushed aside, or whenever one came just a little too close to the king, Aerax would snap at them, usually scaring them out of the way pretty quickly. As they neared the center of the dispute, both Aerion and Ser Aemon drew their swords. In the light, Dragonfyre shined. The mix of colored Valyrian steel - red, yellow, blue, and white - almost seemed to flicker and move, as if the blade itself was made of fire. As he reached the front of the crowd, he spoke up.<br/><br/>""Well put, Lord Tyrell and Lord Stark. Now then, the rest of you, if you all wish to fight so badly, I suppose you will be entering the tourney later today?"""
14427,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=25,2014-12-21T20:34:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Loron Greyjoy</span><br/><br/>Loron thought about what to do next before the king came walking up. The Ironborn sheathed their swords and knelt. Loron bowed stiffly ""Your grace."" he said as a greeting. ""Forgive me but I'm not much of a horserider. I don't think any Ironborn is, I'd be useless in a joust."" Loron was showing Aerion a great deal more respect than lord Tyrell, Baratheon or Stark ""However if there is a melee, beating Stark before his wife and children might be fun."" Loron smirked at his remark."
14428,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=25,2014-12-21T20:35:00,Nuridia,"Lady Stark saw the young king come up and knew what he was implying. He may've been her nephew by marriage and the king but when she heard him and Lord Greyjoy speak Eugenia had to resist the urge to roll her eyes right then and there at his words. 'Well I suppose I may, and I know one of my children wishes to as well, your majesty."" Eugenia said, curtsying to the king. ""I've always wanted to be in a tourney and it would be silly to just pass it up."" ""Besides, I find it quite fun when you get to knock the competition off of their horses with the obviously compensating for something huge shafts of wood called lances."" ""Who knows, I may even enter the melee as well."" She then followed Rickon away from the gate to another entrance and growled. ""I'm gonna do it, I'm going to slaughter those sons of bitches and not one iota of a fuck will be given afterward."" Eugenia said when she was out of earshot."
14429,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=25,2014-12-21T20:38:00,Novae Vitae,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Paramount Loras Tyrell<br/>The Red Keep, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>""Alas, Your Grace,"" Loras said, bowing but not kneeling, ""tourneys are not my strength. I prefer more challenges to the mind. My companions here are a different matter entirely.""<br/><br/>A general mutter of ""Your Grace"" came from the Tyrell household, though the knights were considerably more enthusiastic. Endie perked up at the general chorus, and emitted a call. Aerax responded briefly, but Loras pushed them from his mind.<br/><br/>""I am not sure where my dear aunt is,"" Loras said, ""but you have arrived for us, Your Grace. May we enter the Red Keep? I fear my strong knights have grown tired of standing here."""
14430,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=25,2014-12-21T20:41:00,New Granadeseret,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Steffon Baratheon-Swann</span><br/><br/>Steffon watched, somewhat befuddled, as the Greyjoys and Starks exchanged blows. He knew from his readings, and a basic review of the War of the Five Kings, that there was some bad blood between the two; the famed Theon the Arrogant having seized Winterfell in a brilliant night attack, only to end up completely cut off from the rest of the Ironmen and fall easy prey to the Boltons, but he'd never imagined NOW would be the proper time to bring it up. His eyes met with Jaime's, expressing how confused he was until the argument was broken up by a the flash of two Valyrian steel blades; the pure white armor and the face that adorned some of the coins he'd brought impossible not to recognize.<br/><br/>He quickly proceeded to dismount before Aerion, keeping a respectful distance and his hand farm from his blade's hilt. ""My King."" He spoke, perhaps a bit louder than was needed. ""Your presence is a blessing to us all. It is an honor to come into your service."""
14431,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=25,2014-12-21T20:42:00,Tomia,"Lord Rickon watched as the King approached them and bowed politely. ""Your Grace, it is an honor to see you again. It was not my wish for their to be conflict, but I have always been a man to defend my family."" He heard Loron's comment about the melee and scoffed.<span style=""font-style: italic"">This one's a piece of work.</span>Rickon thought to himself before turning back to the king. ""I'm looking forward to the tourney your grace. It will no doubt be exciting. Would it be possible for my family to be shown to our quarters? We have had a long trip your grace."" Rickon said politely to the king. He bowed again in respect before following a servant with his family. He was surprised to hear that his wife might enter the melee, but he knew she could handle herself. He heard her comment as they walked and sighed. ""Genia, I know you're frustrated. But we have to be smart. I can't stand the Greyhoy's either. But we can't attack then rashly. We have a family to think about."" He told her calmly."
14432,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=25,2014-12-21T20:50:00,Nuridia,"""I know Rickon, that's why I'm going to wait until the melee."" ""Duh."" ""And I know we have a family to think about but the Greyjoys would kill us in our sleep if they had the chance."" Eugenia said, tossing her hair over her shoulder as they walked to their quarters."
14433,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=25,2014-12-21T20:54:00,Arana,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Red Keep, King's Landing, Crownlands<br/>Aerion I Targaryen, King of the Andals, the Rhoynar, and the First Men, Lord of the Seven Kingdoms</span><br/><br/>Aerion smirked at Lord Greyjoy, and stroked Aerax's head as he responded.<br/><br/>""A shame, Lord Greyjoy. However, I do look forward to watching, if you do end up fighting<span style=""font-style: italic"">my uncle</span>in the melee.""<br/><br/>Nodding to his uncle, he sent Ser Aemon to escort them before turning to Steffon.<br/><br/>""So, you must be Lord Steffon. A shame we've only just met, seeing as my father and your grandfather united the seven kingdoms together. I would have liked to meet him, but alas, I was born too late. There was much I would have asked him about the War of the Five Kings. Perhaps the two of us could talk at some point?""<br/><br/>Finally, he moved on to Lord Tyrell, the cousin of his betrothed. He smiled slightly as Aerax and the other dragon spoke, and stroked Aerax's head, wondering what the two were saying.<br/><br/>""Lady Margaery is inside, I believe, although I admit I have not seen her this morning. But by all means, enter."""
14434,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=25,2014-12-21T21:00:00,Novae Vitae,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Aerion Targaryen""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Arana <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=22874687#p22874687"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Red Keep, King's Landing, Crownlands<br/>Aerion I Targaryen, King of the Andals, the Rhoynar, and the First Men, Lord of the Seven Kingdoms</span><br/><br/>Aerion smirked at Lord Greyjoy, and stroked Aerax's head as he responded.<br/><br/>""A shame, Lord Greyjoy. However, I do look forward to watching, if you do end up fighting <span style=""font-style: italic"">my uncle</span> in the melee.""<br/><br/>Nodding to his uncle, he sent Ser Aemon to escort them before turning to Steffon.<br/><br/>""So, you must be Lord Steffon. A shame we've only just met, seeing as my father and your grandfather united the seven kingdoms together. I would have liked to meet him, but alas, I was born too late. There was much I would have asked him about the War of the Five Kings. Perhaps the two of us could talk at some point?""<br/><br/>Finally, he moved on to Lord Tyrell, the cousin of his betrothed. He smiled slightly as Aerax and the other dragon spoke, and stroked Aerax's head, wondering what the two were saying.<br/><br/>""Lady Margaery is inside, I believe, although I admit I have not seen her this morning. But by all means, enter.""</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Paramount Loras Tyrell<br/>The Red Keep, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>""Many thanks, Your Grace,"" Loras said. He clapped his hands and his men began to file into the keep, though he himself remained beside the king. He looked too humble by half, and as though dressed in motley. He wore an ornate crown in conjunction with common clothes; he carried a sword made of Valyrian steel with his hair worn like he should carry a pitchfork.<br/><br/>""I said my men had tired legs,"" Loras said at Aerion's puzzled look, ""not myself. I meant to inquire, Your Grace--what is the state of your small council?"""
14435,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=25,2014-12-21T21:02:00,Tomia,"Rickon nodded to his wife. ""I know they would, and I do not plan on giving them that opportunity, but I do not wish for conflict either."" ""I've lost enough family for one life time."" Rickon said a little sadly. They made it to the large tower that had been set up for them. As they went inside they saw it was ornately decorated and stocked with food. The children ran off to find rooms, trying to claim the best ones. Eddard and Talia couldn't help but laugh and followed them. Rickon took his and his wife's things and headed to the master bedroom with her."
14436,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=25,2014-12-21T21:04:00,New Granadeseret,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Steffon Baratheon-Swann</span><br/><br/>Though Steffon tried to keep his eyes on the King, he did find them glancing off at the dragons from time to time; he had never see the things before, though he'd heard many tales, and even so small they were truly majestic creatures. ""I never had the honor of meeting him myself, your Grace; but my father and his closest advisor, the Lady Melisandre, have told me much about him. It is a shame the darkness took him so quickly."" He paused for a moment, trying to decide if now was or wasn't the right moment to take the knee, but with the massive crowd behind him he decided now wasn't the time for such a ceremony. ""I would appreciate speaking with you as well... though I understand you have much to handle with the wedding. I wish you many happy years with her."" He sad, keeping his voice low as he quickly moved away; uncomfortable in such a large crowd and quickly seeking out a guard who could escourt him to his own chambers."
14437,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=25,2014-12-21T21:10:00,Nuridia,"Eugenis put a hand on her husban's shoulder as they headed to the tower they'd be staying in. She laughed as her children ran around looking for the best rooms and her two oldest children followed them. She then followd her husband into the master bedroom and turned to him. ""Don't wory my dearest, that slimy kraken won't even think about harming us."" ""How dare he, how fucking dare he threaten us!"" Eugenia said, pulling out her sword from her belt and then her dagger from the other side. ""Greyjoy don't want it, he does not want this problem!"" ""Does he not know, does he not know that these are the partners in crime over here?!"" she said, twirling the blades. ""Rickon, he doesn't know."" ""Does he not know what we can do to him if he tries us?"" ""I got the partners in crime and they can turn him into a block of holey cheese, and this one's for his rooster."" Lady Stark said, setting her dagger down on the table and then sighing."
14438,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=25,2014-12-21T21:15:00,Tomia,"Rickon couldn't help but smile at Eugenia, and put an arm around her. ""You are the fiercest person I've ever met, and the bravest."" He told her sincerely. ""I have no doubt we would be able to defend ourselves against the Greyjoy's but our people would be at risk, our family. But you're right, we needn't worry, as long as we are careful."" He said to her as they began to unpack."
14439,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=25,2014-12-21T21:16:00,Arana,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Red Keep, King's Landing, Crownlands<br/>Aerion I Targaryen, King of the Andals, the Rhoynar, and the First Men, Lord of the Seven Kingdoms</span><br/><br/>Aerion had wanted to speak more with Steffon, but before he could say anything, he had gone. Instead, he turned to Lord Tyrell, sheathing his blade as he did so. He winced briefly as Aerax tugged on his braid, but chuckled and pulled it out of the dragon's mouth before speaking.<br/><br/>""I believe it is currently full, save for the Master of Ships, although I fear my Hand may be thinking about resigning his position. Why do you ask?"""
14440,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=25,2014-12-21T21:21:00,Nuridia,"""Hey, we are the partners in crime number two Rick."" ""We have been ever since we were kids, and you''ve never seemed to have a problem with my fierceness all this time."" Eugenia smiled at her husband and kissed his cheek before turning to unpack. ""I mean, you have to admit after I've ben really riled up all day our nights are amazing."" Lady Stark said with a smirk, pulling clothes out of boxes and folding them, putting them in the wardrobe in the room.<br/><br/>In the Ghiscari Empire, everybody was on edge however. It seemed to be panic in the palace and apparently the Emperor needed to handle a lot of things. Desirhae sighed and wonder if she'd be on call all the time when she became Empress. ""I'll be in the gardens if you or Father need me."" the princess said, going down a series of staircases anfd corridors to the lush imperial gardens on the terrace of the palace."
14441,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=50,2014-12-21T21:28:00,Tomia,"Rickon smiled at Eugenia when she kissed his cheek. ""Of course I didn't mind it. In fact, it's one of the reasons I fell in love with you."" He smiled at her. He blushed a little at her last comment but grinned. ""Of course why do you think I annoy you so much?"" He smiled playfully as he helped her unpack.<br/>Eddard unpacked in his room ad was still smarting from the conflict with the Greyjoys. He didn't like being disrespected like that, or the way they spoke to his mother."
14442,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=50,2014-12-21T21:31:00,Novae Vitae,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Aerion Targaryen""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Arana <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=22874899#p22874899"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Red Keep, King's Landing, Crownlands<br/>Aerion I Targaryen, King of the Andals, the Rhoynar, and the First Men, Lord of the Seven Kingdoms</span><br/><br/>Aerion had wanted to speak more with Steffon, but before he could say anything, he had gone. Instead, he turned to Lord Tyrell, sheathing his blade as he did so. He winced briefly as Aerax tugged on his braid, but chuckled and pulled it out of the dragon's mouth before speaking.<br/><br/>""I believe it is currently full, save for the Master of Ships, although I fear my Hand may be thinking about resigning his position. Why do you ask?""</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Paramount Loras Tyrell<br/>The Red Keep, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>""A matter of general curiosity,"" Loras replied. ""A king must be surrounded by well-suited men.""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Gods know you'll need it, boy,</span>Loras decided. He had come to the quick conclusion that Aerion Targaryen would not be a good king, and was indeed a boy.<br/><br/>No doubt that Aerion had come from the smallfolk, and he had dressed accordingly. But what madness had compelled him to approach some of his most powerful vassals in such attire? A clear distinction would need to be made.<br/><br/>Loras resolved to help his aunt improve this boy. ""I am also curious, Your Grace, as to what Hand would resign from you. Might I inquire?"""
14443,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=50,2014-12-21T21:34:00,New Granadeseret,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Inside the Red Keep, Steffon Baratheon-Swann</span><br/><br/>The guard, dressed in Targaryan red and black, lead him into the red keep, the blade chaffing uncomfortably against his leg as he passed by several other lords and ladies; minor nobles form across the realm who'd seen fit to with their King a happy and fruitful marriage. He kept his face down, glancing furtively from side to side; ever wary of possible enemies, as he was directed up a few sets of stairs, the floor home to the finest apartments for noble visitors and only a two flights away from the royal apartments themselves. The guard opened the door for him, revealing a fine room; certainly of higher quality than the dank, utilitarian chambers back at Storm's End, with a real feathered bed, a window overlooking Blackwater Bay, and even a sizable fireplace (as per he request.). He turned to the guardsman; cleanly shaven and clearly not having served for many years yet, and gave him a small, secret smile, place a trio of stags in his hand. ""For you good service... and one more."" He instructed. ""Please inform that King that I will be available at his earliest convenience; that I merely did not wish to take up his other vassals valuble time. Give him my room."" He explained, the guard responding with a curt ""ah."" as he quickly pocked the coins, allowing Steffon to close to door, laying back on the bed and giving his poor legs a rest, after having been on a boat and horse for days on end."
14444,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=50,2014-12-21T21:51:00,Toronina,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Brynden Blackwood</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The River Gate, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>Brynden had arrived in the city for the tourney, and to see if there was a weakness with the King. It was only reluctantly he kept his knee bent towards the Tyrell's and their puppet. Riding alongside him were a few of his bannermen, his guard, his sons, Hoster, Robb and Lucas, along with his daughters Allicent and Catelyn. His sons had begged to participate in the tourney, and his daughters had begged to watch. He misliked bringing them to the city, but he didn't want to say no to them. The journey had taken a while, but they had arrived.<br/><br/>With the banner of his house flapping in the wind, Brynden rode into the city, watching for any great lord."
14445,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=50,2014-12-21T22:01:00,Nuridia,"""Oh, so you do it on purpose then?"" Eugenia smirked back to her husband. ""Well I'll have to get you back for it then."" Lady Stark said, sitting down in a spare chair and she wondered how her children were doing. Then she remembered something and stood back up, kissing Rickon and walking into the other rooms with her sword in hand. ""Lia, darling."" 'If you want to spar I suggest we get started."" Eugenia grinned at Talia, her steel sword flashing in the dim light."
14446,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=50,2014-12-21T22:06:00,Arana,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Red Keep, King's Landing, Crownlands<br/>Aerion I Targaryen, King of the Andals, the Rhoynar, and the First Men, Lord of the Seven Kingdoms</span><br/><br/>Aerion nodded and started heading inside, gesturing for Lord Tyrell to come along.<br/><br/>""One of the Lords Redwyne, Lady Margaery appointed him some time back. He says he's getting too old, and wants to enjoy what time he has left.""<br/><br/>As the two walked, they came across a portrait hanging on the wall. It was one of Aerion's favorites, of a family. On the left, a tall, dark haired man, with dark grey eyes. He was dressed largely in all black, and on his head sat a circlet of rubies set in Valyrian steel. Beside the man was a shorter woman, with silver-gold hair that flowed down from the back of her head. She was quite beautiful, with bright violet eyes. She wore a crown as well, with a three-headed dragon of gold and silver, as well as a black and red dress. Between the man and woman were two young boys, one older than the other, and both dressed in black and red. Both had the same violet eyes and long silver hair, but the younger one stood out, with copper colored skin, which stood out compared to the pale skin of the others. Lastly, in the woman's arms was an infant, with the same eyes and hair as his siblings, but much shorter. All of them were smiling.<br/><br/>""I always loved looking at that portrait. It was painted when I was just a baby, before my parents died and my brothers left Westeros for Mother's lands across the sea. They say my brothers, or rather, my brother and half-brother, were rather fond of me, and yet some say they were the ones that took our parents' lives. I don't really believe it was them, but then why else would they have left?""<br/><br/>For several moments, Aerion looked at the portrait in silence, appearing to be deep in thought. He didn't even notice Aerax once again tugging on his braid. Finally, he looked away from the portrait, and back to Lord Tyrell.<br/><br/>""I'm sorry, I just always start thinking when I see it. But today is a happy day, and should be spent doing happy things."""
14447,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=50,2014-12-21T22:09:00,Tomia,"Rickon smiled at Eugenia's words. ""I have no doubt you will. I'm looking forward to it."" He said flirtatiously to her. He kissed her back when she kissed him and was a little disappointed when she left but was sure she had something important to do. Talia had been unpacking in her room when she suddenly heard her mother at the door. She smiled brightly at her words. ""Of course I want to spar. Let's go."" She said excitedly as she grabbed her sword and headed out with her mother she had already changed to armor as she wanted to get out of her dress as soon as possible."
14448,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=50,2014-12-21T22:18:00,Novae Vitae,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Aerion Targaryen""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Arana <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=22875389#p22875389"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Red Keep, King's Landing, Crownlands<br/>Aerion I Targaryen, King of the Andals, the Rhoynar, and the First Men, Lord of the Seven Kingdoms</span><br/><br/>Aerion nodded and started heading inside, gesturing for Lord Tyrell to come along.<br/><br/>""One of the Lords Redwyne, Lady Margaery appointed him some time back. He says he's getting too old, and wants to enjoy what time he has left.""<br/><br/>As the two walked, they came across a portrait hanging on the wall. It was one of Aerion's favorites, of a family. On the left, a tall, dark haired man, with dark grey eyes. He was dressed largely in all black, and on his head sat a circlet of rubies set in Valyrian steel. Beside the man was a shorter woman, with silver-gold hair that flowed down from the back of her head. She was quite beautiful, with bright violet eyes. She wore a crown as well, with a three-headed dragon of gold and silver, as well as a black and red dress. Between the man and woman were two young boys, one older than the other, and both dressed in black and red. Both had the same violet eyes and long silver hair, but the younger one stood out, with copper colored skin, which stood out compared to the pale skin of the others. Lastly, in the woman's arms was an infant, with the same eyes and hair as his siblings, but much shorter. All of them were smiling.<br/><br/>""I always loved looking at that portrait. It was painted when I was just a baby, before my parents died and my brothers left Westeros for Mother's lands across the sea. They say my brothers, or rather, my brother and half-brother, were rather fond of me, and yet some say they were the ones that took our parents' lives. I don't really believe it was them, but then why else would they have left?""<br/><br/>For several moments, Aerion looked at the portrait in silence, appearing to be deep in thought. He didn't even notice Aerax once again tugging on his braid. Finally, he looked away from the portrait, and back to Lord Tyrell.<br/><br/>""I'm sorry, I just always start thinking when I see it. But today is a happy day, and should be spent doing happy things.""</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Paramount Loras Tyrell<br/>The Red Keep, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>Loras fell instep beside his king. ""Perhaps that will do him well,"" Loras commented. ""I have brought a Redwyne with me. I am sure the reunion of himself to his relative will cheer such a tired man. Perhaps Your Grace should appoint a young successor to the position, to avoid the same thing happening a second time.""<br/><br/>When Aerion paused to consider the picture before him, Loras waited patiently. And when the boy spoke up, he could not help but remark silently at the boy's naivety.<br/><br/>""Your Grace . . ."" Loras began, astonished that Margaery had given him such a ludicrous story and fearful that it would not hold, "". . . there is no easy way to say this, Your Grace. Your brothers were quite fond of you, that much is true. I met them, once. It was . . . a dark time. I cannot explain the situation well.<br/><br/>""What is easy to explain, Your Grace, is that your brothers did not murder your parents. How very insane for someone to suggest!"" Loras said. He looked around quickly. ""You must tell no one of this, Your Grace. Not my beloved aunt or our beloved future queen. Your Kingsguard cannot be trusted with this information, nor can your retiring Hand and the small council too. This must remain in the strictest confidence. Do you swear that, Your Grace? That you will tell no one of what I am about to tell you, on the eternal souls of your mother and father?"""
14449,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=50,2014-12-21T22:28:00,Arana,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Red Keep, King's Landing, Crownlands<br/>Aerion I Targaryen, King of the Andals, the Rhoynar, and the First Men, Lord of the Seven Kingdoms</span><br/><br/>Aerion frowned slightly, and stroked Aerax's head.<br/><br/>""Of course, they were children themselves at the time. It was never even suggested that they might have been behind it, but the idea that they were meant to seize power on behalf of some other house has been suggested. But-""<br/><br/>Aerion stopped as Lord Tyrell's words registered. His heart started beating a bit faster, and he stuttered slightly.<br/><br/>""You knew them... of course. I swear."""
14450,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=50,2014-12-21T22:34:00,Nuridia,"""Alright then, let's go."" Eugenia, who was in a white shirt and trousers with chain-mail underneath headed out with her daughter, her hair still in its braid. ""Now, don't think of me as your mother or even your teacher."" ""Instead, I'm just some random enemy that is coming toward you."" ""Pretend I'm Greyjoy even."" Eugenia said, twirling her sword and standing in front of Talia. ""Now I want you to come at me with the intent to kill."" ""En garde!"" Eugenia moved herself and her sword into a fighting stance and went toward her daughter."
14451,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=50,2014-12-21T22:39:00,Tomia,"Talia went out to the training field with her mother and nodded at her words, clearing her mind the best she could. She got into her fighting stance and watched as her mother charged toward her. She waited until she got close and then quickly side stepped, slashing at Eugenia twice in quick motions, aiming for her legs."
14452,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=50,2014-12-21T22:44:00,Nuridia,"Eugenia barely had time to jump out of the way but she managed to do it, and then she parried at Talia with her sword and acted like she was aiming for her throat but in reality she was aiming for her arm to disarm her and knock the sword out of her hand. For a woman with seven children, Eugenia was still as quick and agile as ever. ""You've been paying attention I see."" Lady Stark said, moving to attack from behind."
14453,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=50,2014-12-21T22:47:00,Tomia,"Talia almost fell for her mother's trick, but managed to move out of the way just in time to stop her from disarming her. She went into a defensive stance as her mother tried to flank her. ""Of course, I learned from the best."" She replied as she watched her mother carefully. To avoid being flanked she quickly did a spin move and raised her blade up in the air, bringing it down hard against Eugenia's."
14454,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=50,2014-12-21T22:57:00,Novae Vitae,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Aerion Targaryen""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Arana <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=22875679#p22875679"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Red Keep, King's Landing, Crownlands<br/>Aerion I Targaryen, King of the Andals, the Rhoynar, and the First Men, Lord of the Seven Kingdoms</span><br/><br/>Aerion frowned slightly, and stroked Aerax's head.<br/><br/>""Of course, they were children themselves at the time. It was never even suggested that they might have been behind it, but the idea that they were meant to seize power on behalf of some other house has been suggested. But-""<br/><br/>Aerion stopped as Lord Tyrell's words registered. His heart started beating a bit faster, and he stuttered slightly.<br/><br/>""You knew them... of course. I swear.""</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Paramount Loras Tyrell<br/>The Red Keep, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>""Your must understand, Your Grace,"" Loras said, ""that the second son of your mother was not by your father. Viserys, your half-brother, was born to one of your mother's bloodriders. It is a Dothraki concept. There is no real Westerosi equivalent.""<br/><br/>Loras paused, looking around again, and he stepped in closer. ""For some time your father, Jon Targaryen, harbored a buried hatred towards your mother for this. Your father was a bastard in himself, and he could not understand how your mother Daenerys--a great woman in many other aspects--could bring a bastard into the world. His confusion manifested itself in a horrible, suppressed rage.""<br/><br/>Loras and Aerion were less than a foot apart. ""Sansa Arryn, your half-aunt, coaxed your father into a most horrible deed. You must understand, Your Grace--he was not within his right mind. It would dishonor your father to begrudge his misunderstanding. It was Sansa Arryn that pushed him to this, and compelled him to murder your mother. She herself was not present at the time, so as best to disguise her intentions.""<br/><br/>Loras waited for the breadth of a second, to allow Aerion's mind a second's reproach. ""Sansa had done well. My grandfather Mace Tyrell had just been executed, and my father and his brothers were marching towards King's Landing to make peace. Some will say that they were making war. They are lying. They had been under the roof of the Red Keep when the tragedy had taken place, and certain, less-than-honorable men had tried to frame them for the crime. In order to protect themselves and you, they seized your regency. House Lannister, through my aunt's marriage to Tommen Lannister, supported their action. For indeed, it was a regency. The father of your half-brother, a Dothraki man called Rakharo, killed your father and fled across the Narrow Sea with your brothers.""<br/><br/>Loras was inches from Aerion. He had spoken with convincing and moving emotion. ""You must understand, Your Grace, that no matter what others tell you, this is the truth. Even my beloved aunt did not tell you this, but that was out of fear of hurting you. Your parents were good people--great people!--but they were not perfect. Your mother fell pray to lust, and your father to the schemes of your half-aunt. History is not as clean as some people would make it out to be. But remember: in the end, it was Sansa Arryn, born a Stark, that led to the death of your parents. And it was House Tyrell, with the help of House Lannister, that secured the realm in the chaos that followed.""<br/><br/>Loras dared not get closer to Aerion. ""Tell<span style=""font-style: italic"">no one</span>,"" he whispered. He took the boy's hand. ""Tell<span style=""font-style: italic"">no one</span>,"" he repeated, ""and trust me. The truth is painful, yes, but I will help you weather it."""
14455,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=50,2014-12-21T23:00:00,Nuridia,"Eugenia laughed at her daughter's words and was quite proud when she managed to get out of the way. First attack is always a feint, I see you've remebered that."" Talia brought her blade down hard on Eugenia's but Eugenia held her sword firm and managed to knock it away to free her blade, she spun and her blade crashed against Talia's and the sound of crashing metal could probably be heard through the tower."
14456,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=50,2014-12-21T23:03:00,Tomia,"Talia was caught of guard at the strength of her mother's attack. She almost forgot how strong she was. Her mother's attack knocked the blade out of Talia's hand so she took out her knife to defend herself as she scrambled for her blade. Rickon heard the sound of blades crashing and looked out his window to see his wife and daughter sparing. He smiled despite himself. He knew they loved to fight, and they were going to do whether he wanted them to or not. Not that Rickon really minded, he was sprout of how strong they were."
14457,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=50,2014-12-21T23:04:00,The Imperial Republica,"<blockquote class=""uncited""><div>Nervous, Steffon found himself pushing his troops to a faster pace, allowing him to spot, half-way up the hill, the banners of his vassals, House Tyrosus, above them. He thought back to their gruff lord; a man he could truly imagine being well-liked by his grandfather, based on what stories he'd heard. Still, his mind wandered back to his instructions, what father had taught him about dealing with vassals: ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">They must be given their due respect... but it must be made clear you are due more.""</span>. Taking this to heart, he straightened his shoulders, taking a few deep breaths as he approached the top of the hill, directly his troops to assemble in column on the cobbled square before the keep, staring over at the Tyrosusians; expecting they would acknowledge their liege's presence.</div></blockquote><br/>(OOC: sorry been busy)<br/><br/>After observing the scuffle outside between the Krakens and the wolves, Maxwell decided it would be a good idea to finally meet the young Steffon. The Grey Fist had purposefully stayed his tongue and temper to observe how the young stag interacted with the other lords. ""Every bit a Baratheon that one"" he muttered jokingly to himself underneath his breath. Many of his fellow Stormlords regarded the boy as a joke and a disgrace to his family name. True, he wasn't the fighter Robert was, or the commander Stannis was, but the boy had handled himself well enough with the other lords, that much was clear. Perhaps he would be the beloved ruler Renly was in the brief time he was king. He figured now would be as good a time as any to meet Steffon and find out.<br/>""Steffon! How goes it milord?"" He greeted Steffon with a hearty slap on the back, which startled both the boy and sent his guards scrambling to draw their swords. Maxwell simply ignored them while he addressed the young stag. ""I'm pleased to meet you milord. I have the pleasure of being Lord Maxwell Tyrosus,"" he said with a rather dramatic bow. ""At your service.""<br/><br/>(OOC: I'll leave it to you to make your reply)"
14458,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=50,2014-12-21T23:32:00,Toronina,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Brynden Blackwood</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Inside of the Red Keep</span><br/><br/>Brynden had dismounted off his horse, as had his guards and children. The horses were taken to a stable, where it was promised they would be taken care of. He and his family had entered the keep, where a guard told took them to their personal quarters. ""I thank you, and I must ask, where are the chambers of Lord Stark? There is business I must discuss with him"" He asked the guard, hoping that the information was not private.<br/><br/>Brynden put his two eldest sons, the twins Hoster and Robb in charge of making sure his other children stay put. ""Of course father, we'll make sure they don't wonder off."" said Robb as Brynden put on a cloak with the sigil of his house on it, fastened by a silver Weirwood tree. He set off, making sure to follow the guards directions to the chambers. After arriving at what was supposedly the chamber of Lord Stark, he knocked on the door, in case someone else was inside."
14459,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=50,2014-12-21T23:39:00,Nuridia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Tomia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=22876141#p22876141"">wrote</a>:</cite>Talia was caught of guard at the strength of her mother's attack. She almost forgot how strong she was. Her mother's attack knocked the blade out of Talia's hand so she took out her knife to defend herself as she scrambled for her blade. Rickon heard the sound of blades crashing and looked out his window to see his wife and daughter sparing. He smiled despite himself. He knew they loved to fight, and they were going to do whether he wanted them to or not. Not that Rickon really minded, he was sprout of how strong they were.</div></blockquote><br/>Eugenia swung her sword toward her daughter's heels to trip her up and then walked over and picke dup Talia's blade before she could get to it. ""In the real world, not all are honorable."" ""Honor doesn't really matter on the battlefield, your father will vex me for saying this but honor is irrelevant in real combat."" ""In a duel it has a place, but not in real combat."" ""Because your enemies are ruthless and will kill you whenever they see an opportunity."" ""It's all about staying alive, strike first or be struck down."" Eugenia said firmly."
14460,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=50,2014-12-22T02:15:00,Yngen,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">King's Landing</span><br/><br/>Hot on the heels of Rickon and his entourage, a band of men from the Dreadfort clattered through the outer walls of King's Landing, flying the banner of the flayed man. They were led by a man in bone-white armour, a band of eleven heavy cavalry in plate followed by a score of grim-looking archers with longswords and longbows.<br/><br/>They tramped through the city, arriving at the sparring grounds where the Winterfell group were sparring.<br/>Dismounting, their leader tugged off his helmet to reveal a heavy-looking face that was more suited to a sea raider or a barbarian than a Lord. His eyes, however, were cold chips of flint, leaving those who saw them under no illusions that this was a powerful and dangerous man. He crossed to Rickon, bowed his head, and placed an armoured gauntlet across his chest, for he was Karsten Bolton, Lord of the Dreadfort, and Bannerman to Rickon Stark of Winterfell.<br/><br/>""Lord Stark, I am glad to find you arrived well. I see your girls are becoming strong. This is good. I feel the North will need every sword it can get, soon enough.."""
14461,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=50,2014-12-22T04:14:00,Tomia,"Talia was surprised when her mother swung at her ankles and she actually fell hard to the ground. She was disappointed when her mother got the blade before she could. She listened to her mother and nodded, looking at the scrapes on her hands. ""Hey mom... when was the first time you killed? Talia asked curiously but a little shyly, not sure how she would respond. Rickon was in the guest tower with the others when Karsten Bolton suddenly approached and bowed before him. Karsten was like the other Boltons of his time, cold and intimidating. However Rickon found him to be loyal so he counted him among his loyal bannermen. ""Rise Karsten, your words are kind. I hope however that their swords will not be needed, but I fear you're right."" Rickon told his bannermen."
14462,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=50,2014-12-22T04:49:00,Arana,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Red Keep, King's Landing, Crownlands<br/>Aerion I Targaryen, King of the Andals, the Rhoynar, and the First Men, Lord of the Seven Kingdoms</span><br/><br/>Aerion went cold as Lord Tyrell spoke. He'd been told that Viserys was a bastard, and if he hadn't it wouldn't have been hard to figure out, but he had always heard that his father loved all his children. In the portrait, the two were smiling, like a family... but the story would explain a lot. After a moment of silence, Aerion tried to speak, but almost cried and had to stop.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Hold it together, stupid. Kings don't cry.</span><br/><br/>""I... I see...""<br/><br/>Loosely gripping Lord Tyrells hand, he found himself falling to his knees, gazing at the portrait ahead of him. Aerax made sad noises, although Aerion didn't seem aware of it.<br/><br/>""But... why? How could she do this? Why would she? Why can't I tell anybody?""<br/><br/>A thousand other questions raced through his head along with those. He didn't want it to be true, but everything fit together perfectly... trying to hold back tears, Aerion lowered his head to pray silently."
14463,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=50,2014-12-22T05:49:00,Asyir,"[b]Arren the ""Eagle Eye""<br/>Flea Bottom[/b]<br/><br/>The tight streets of [i]Flea Bottom[/i] were always filled with large crowds of people, all of them either lame or destitute. It is a place of squalor and criminals. As Arren was walking down a small and compact road, he noticed several thefts taking place. Despite the large risk that simply walking through [i]Flea Bottom[/i] imposed, it was the place Arren had made a name for himself as a mercenary of ""ruthlessness"". It was known that Arren has never turned down a job. Morality and honor had no place amongst the life of a mercenary.<br/><br/>Arren had just recently returned to [i]King's Landing[/i] after completing a small assignment, and was searching for the meeting point, where he would be paid. He easily navigated himself through the labyrinth that was [i]Flea Bottom[/i], and eventually found the small pot-shop where his contact had told him where they would meet. Arren approached the small and gangly man that appeared to be the owner.<br/><br/>The man took notice of Arren approach. ""Ahhh. Another customer I expect. Here for a nice bowl o' brown? It's nice and warm. Come and eat.""<br/><br/>""I didn't come here for your piss poor brown shit,"" Arren said bitterly. The mercenary only wanted his coin. ""I'm only here at this piss poor store to meet someone of importance.""<br/><br/>""No one important lives in Flea Bottom,"" the man responded with an unhappy look on his face. He was clearly annoyed of how Arren had called his store ""piss poor"". ""Now either move along or buy some brown. I have others that need to be served.""<br/><br/>Arren didn't quite enjoy the gangly man's response. Arren with his mailed right hand reached over the small table the man stood behind, and grabbed his throat and pulled him over the table. Everything on the table was knocked off, from a small coin purse, to large containers of a brown colored liquid. The ground underneath Arren felt wet and soggy. The man had pissed himself! ""Please! Please leave me alone!"" The man begged as Arren held him up in the air.<br/><br/>By now a small crowd gathered around the store, much to Arren's dismay. Such a gathering could stick out for a gold cloak, and the last thing Arren needed was a guardsman arresting him. Arren promptly threw the man back over his table. The throw was off however, and the man ended up breaking his table.<br/><br/>Arren turned to the gathered crowd. ""Well!? Move along. Nothing to see here.""<br/><br/>The crowd slowly dispersed back into the labyrinth of Flea Bottom. Only a few stragglers remained. One such straggler began to clap slowly. ""Good show. I presume you are the Eagle Eye?""<br/><br/>The man was armored in padded leather, and Arren knew he was the contact. The man slowly walked up to Arren, coinpurse within his hands. ""Mort sends his regards."" Arren reached out his hands for the coin purse, and with a jingling of coin, it was in his hands.<br/><br/>""I was also sent here to inform you that Mort has more sword work. That's if you have reconsidered of course.""<br/><br/>Arren looked towards the thug. ""No. I am done with Mort. I'm becoming too old for what Mort wants out of me. He can find a younger and meaner mercenary.""<br/><br/>""Well then. Our business is concluded then. If you ever need some quick coin, you know where to find us.""<br/><br/>With that, the thug back into the swarms of smallfolk, leaving Arren alone."
14464,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=50,2014-12-22T06:13:00,The cold ice,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Robert Tully<br/>The Dragon Gate</span><br/>Robert glanced behind him, at the loyal knights he had brought to escort his family. Some Seagard men, some Riverrun, a smattering of Freys. Then he looked ahead, into the largest city in Westeros. It was impressive, he had to admit. The Red Keep and The Great Sept of Baelor rose ahead. Robert made for the Keep.<br/><br/>At the Red Keep, a familiar face appeared. It was Willam, his brother. ""Good day, brother. You're late."" Willam said, smiling. ""The wedding isn't on yet, Willam,"" Robert answered, ""we are not late. Have you been here long?"" ""Two days, but they were a bit dull. But you just missed the king. And the Starks and the Greyjoys baring fangs."" Willam thought for a bit, before adding ""Or would it be tentacles?"" Willam's musings were interrupted by his nephew, little Hoster, tossing himself about his uncle's neck. Robert left them too it, and entered the keep."
14465,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=50,2014-12-22T06:22:00,Diliath,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Galaion Piper</span><br/><br/>Galaion Piper and his escort rode towards the city. He had received a invitation for the wedding three days ago. He had directly gathered an escort and he went to the capital. Under the light of the setting sun rode he through the gates. His escort was standing out of 10 knights from Pinkmaiden and 10 from Stokeworth. As they rode to the red Keep forced they the crowd of smallfolk to make way for them. Every smallfolk person who didn't go aside was overrun by the knights. When they reached the Red Keep asked Galaion for his quarters. When he and his knights were installed did he ask to see the lord of Highgarden. He hadn't come for the puppet-boy king or the tourney, he had come for allies and the Tyrells were the only ones that could help him.<br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Aelid Jaerator, the city of Qarth.</span><br/><br/>Aelid entered the room. It was a richly decorated one. Aelid looked at the owner of the room, who was sitting behid his desk. The man was Valgar Sunfield. The 47 years old commander of the city watch of Qarth. Valgar's father had come to Qarth before the war of the 5 kings as a young unimportant noble. He was a trader, but his son chose another job and became a mercenary. He joined the watch of Qarth, which stands out of mercenaries for half, and became commander after 15 years. Now was he one of the most important persons in Qarth. Valgar said:""Take a seat."" Aelid sat down before him. ""Why did you want to speak with me?"" asked Valgar. Aelid answered:""Ï think you know. I want to become leader of Qarth, but for that do I need allies. I have the tourmaline brotherhood and the warlocks behind me, but with only them am I not able to defeat the pureborn. So I have cameto you. If you and the parts of the city watch that are loyal to you help me are we able to defeat the pureborn."" Valgar smiled and answered:""You and I both know that you don't have a chance without me, besides wahat do I win what I haven't yet?"" Aelid answered:""You become in my ruling council, you will become ruler of Qarkash and you'll get your weight in gold. And you know you can't reach that without me."" Valgar frowned and answered:""You ask much. I will tell nobody of your plans. I have to think about your offer. Leave me for now."" Aelid rose from his chair and left the room. He smiled. He had planted he first seed in the head of Valgar. If Mordonin would return with good news too would everything go as planned.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Mordonin Jaerator, the city of Meereen</span><br/><br/>Mordonin walked towards the palace. He was feeling tension, because would meet the emperor. He smoothened his with gold ornated black robes and walked into the palace. As he entered the palace was he almost ran down by some people in official robes. When he walked towards a clerk to ask how he could speak the emperor washe wondering about the fuss around him. The clerk told him that he would ask wether the emperor would have time or not. While he was waitingfor the message from the emperor did discover why everyone was so busy. A kalasar had attacked Lhazar. This would decrease the chance that the emperor would help him and his family. Mordonin"
14466,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=75,2014-12-22T07:55:00,Aurinsula,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Arana""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Arana <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=22877757#p22877757"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Red Keep, King's Landing, Crownlands<br/>Aerion I Targaryen, King of the Andals, the Rhoynar, and the First Men, Lord of the Seven Kingdoms</span><br/><br/>Aerion went cold as Lord Tyrell spoke. He'd been told that Viserys was a bastard, and if he hadn't it wouldn't have been hard to figure out, but he had always heard that his father loved all his children. In the portrait, the two were smiling, like a family... but the story would explain a lot. After a moment of silence, Aerion tried to speak, but almost cried and had to stop. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Hold it together, stupid. Kings don't cry.</span><br/><br/>""I... I see...""<br/><br/>Loosely gripping Lord Tyrells hand, he found himself falling to his knees, gazing at the portrait ahead of him. Aerax made sad noises, although Aerion didn't seem aware of it.<br/><br/>""But... why? How could she do this? Why would she? Why can't I tell anybody?""<br/><br/>A thousand other questions raced through his head along with those. He didn't want it to be true, but everything fit together perfectly... trying to hold back tears, Aerion lowered his head to pray silently.</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/>As the King was lost in his private reverie, a page announced the arrival of another set of guests.<br/><br/>""Presenting Lord Jeor Arryn, Warden of the East, and his mother, Sansa Arryn!""<br/><br/>Before we begin with their introduction, let's talk a little bit about what led up to this moment. It was quite easy for them to strut around like they owned the place, these two, because for a time, before the death of Jon and Danaerys, they practically did. For a period of over 10 years - from Jeor's third year in 306, to the assassination of the previous King in 318 - the two had lived in King's Landing, the darling of its social circles, and Sansa herself remained for much of the time right until 325. Jeor had grown up alongside the two elder princes. From the moment of his first thought, he had known that he would never have any brothers or sisters, and tried his best to make up for it with the other boys. Up until his thirteenth birthday, he was - or would have himself be - their profound friend and ally.<br/><br/>As for Sansa, having long since made her peace with her bastard brother, she took it upon herself to become an aunt to all three of them. It was easy for her to do; the hardness of her heart in the face of her family's betrayal and her guardian's machinations did not forbear her capacity to love, nor her willingness to pour it forth for anyone she felt could take it and keep it. That included, of course, Danaerys's three boys. She had held her hand through all three births.<br/><br/>When Jon and Danaerys were killed, Sansa mourned at their funeral even as their house remained a strong ally to the Tyrells. That had been Petyr Baelish's doing; he was the Seneschal and he saw at once which way the wind was blowing. For seven glorious years, the Tyrells could could on the Arryns having their back.<br/><br/>Then Jeor Arryn assumed the mantle of leadership, recalled his mother to the Vale, threw his Seneschal out of the Moon Door, and proceeded to keep his own counsel privately. Since then, they have been enigmatic.<br/><br/>Even though they arrived last, it took them long to get there, almost as long as the Starks. First, there was the long and winding road down from the Eyrie, where Jeor and his household - his wife, two of his three children, his mother, and his household retainers. From there, he proceeded east to Gulltown, to rendezvous with others who would join them. He also dropped off his wife and the two children, the better to stay with the other child and with her parents. Wife deposited and retinue in hand, the whole Arryn party took to a ship and sailed around to King's Landing.<br/><br/>In addition to Jeor and his mother, the party included seven knights, 20 of Jeor's household serjeants-at-mace, and 12 servants including a cook. The ten knights had all been the top contestants in a tourney held three months prior in the Vale, the sole purpose of which was to determine who would be permitted to attend this tourney here in King's Landing. The winner of said tourney was Ser Lyance Corbray, cousin to Ser Lyonnel Corbray the Knight of Ninestars. By general acclaim, he was one of the top 10 knights in the Seven Kingdoms, and his cousin had bid him wear to King's Landing the family's Valyrian sword Forlorn, to the honor of Ninestars and of the Vale, and perhaps to earn a seat on the Kingsguard. The rest were all solid contenders in their own right, and were here to provide a fine spectacle for the King's entertainment at the jousting and melee. Jeor had brought his best, and his best was quality stuff indeed.<br/><br/>But soft, let us not linger over-much on Jeor, for as soon as he was announced but before he could speak his part, his mother Sansa cut him off to approach the king. She was now one of the great women of Westeros, and she and Margaery had spent the last 30 years in a continual quadrille of cooperation and betrayal. She was profoundly tall, for a woman, and skeletally thin, but she moved with pronounced and profound vigor.<br/><br/>""Your Grace,"" she said with a deep curtsy. ""It has been long since last we saw one another. My congratulations on your coming wedding."" Then she flashed him a smile.<br/><br/>""May an old woman embrace her nephew?"""
14467,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=75,2014-12-22T09:59:00,Nuridia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Tomia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=22877587#p22877587"">wrote</a>:</cite>Talia was surprised when her mother swung at her ankles and she actually fell hard to the ground. She was disappointed when her mother got the blade before she could. She listened to her mother and nodded, looking at the scrapes on her hands. ""Hey mom... when was the first time you killed? Talia asked curiously but a little shyly, not sure how she would respond. Rickon was in the guest tower with the others when Karsten Bolton suddenly approached and bowed before him. Karsten was like the other Boltons of his time, cold and intimidating. However Rickon found him to be loyal so he counted him among his loyal bannermen. ""Rise Karsten, your words are kind. I hope however that their swords will not be needed, but I fear you're right."" Rickon told his bannermen.</div></blockquote><br/>Eugenia helped her daughter to her feet. ""Hey, cheer up."" ""You've done well, I'm sure that if you keep this up that you'll be a Dame in no time."" Lady Stark said and then she heard Talia's question and then sighed a bit. ""It's not a pretty story."" ""I was twelve, and I was walking through the woods on my way back from this little secluded beach I liked to go to."" ""It went smoothly at first but then I got the strange feeling that I wasn't alone."" ""I ignored it and kept walking, but then I was set on by four bandits and of course I was afraid but I did the standard thing that ladies are taught to do."" ""Offer up your jewelry and money willingly and they'll go away, well whoever said that totally lied because all they did was laugh at me and tell me that they'd much rather have me instead."" ""I was a bit flat but they'd work with that and so I ran away but they blocked me off and tackled me to the ground."" ""I couldn't escape and so I remembered the knife in my belt. grabbed and and I wasn't thinking so I stabbed the man in the eye."" ""He kept coming so I had no choice, I drove the dagger through his heart and did the same with the next one."" ""The other two decided I wasn't worth it and ran away."" Eugenia said."
14468,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=75,2014-12-22T10:10:00,Tomia,"Talia smiled brightly at her mother's compliment as she helped her up. ""Thank you mother, that means a lot coming from you."" She said sincerely. She then listened to her mother's story and was horrified. ""You were only twelve?"" She asked in shock. She then heard the rest of the story and felt bad for her mother. She walked up to her and hugged her softly, ""I'm sorry you had to go through that mother. But it just shows you were just as strong then as you were now."" Talia told her mother sincerely."
14469,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=75,2014-12-22T10:15:00,Yngen,"Karsten's face stayed emotionless, but he nodded briefly.<br/>""Aye, well we'll see how things really stand. It is not good to be here in this nest of vipers, but I have bought some of my best lances to the tournament and perhaps by baring a little northern steel, we can remind the southerners of both your House words and mine.""<br/>He turned and gestured back towards his entourage.<br/>""My daughter slew a great white bear whilst hunting five weeks ago. I thought to make your daughters a gift of the pelt - it might make a fine cloak, or gloves...or perhaps lining for a scabbard or a battle-banner, by the looks of them."""
14470,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=75,2014-12-22T10:26:00,Of the Quendi,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;"">The Ghiscari Empire</span><br/>The Khyzai Pass, in the Imperial Province of Khyzai<br/>Under the sovereignty of Aemon the Magnificent Targaryen</span></span><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://img2.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20120317181433/asoiaf/zh/images/d/d2/House_Targaryen_crest.PNG""/><br/><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Aemon Targaryen</span></span></span></div><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">A</span></span>deafening roar erupted from beyond the pass of the Khyzai rolling like a wave of thunder rolling across the pastures and hills of Lhazar and the muddy waters of the Skahazadan causing sheep to bray and sheepherders to look in terror towards the gap in the low mountain chain separating their lands from those of the Kingdom of Meereen. As the roar, that echoed far throughout Lhazar to the east, the north and the south of the principality, ended, a great shadow fell upon the road running through the pass towards the city of Hesh and the sound of the basking of formidable wings supplanted the roar that no animal dwelling in Lhazar could have been the source of. Then the shadow took form, as out of the pass a mighty winged beast, scaled and horned, green and bronze, appeared. And the beast opened its gullet and released a torrent of orange-and-yellow flames shot through with veins of green. A dragon, Rhaegal the Green Beast, was upon Lhazar.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">H</span></span>e roared once more, proudly announcing his arrival to sheepherders and their herds, and to the fortress within the Khyzai pass as his strong wings carried him up, high above the semi-arid lands of Lhazar, and his bronze gaze fell upon the land underneath him, his lands. He knew no equal or foe worthy of him, safe but for the one still in Meereen and the one to the north. He was the master of his fate, indomitable and invincible. A god amongst beast and bird alike, even among Men. From high above the earth his keen eyes of bright bronze scouted his lands for any who would question his dominion. His gaze fell upon Hesh and upon Lhazosh yet he saw no foes to challenge him there. Then his penetrating gaze wandered further north and east and fell upon Kosrak. Another deafening roar of anger and pride escaped him, louder then the first, loud enough to be heard far and wide, maybe even to the city in the north, and he spewed his deadly flames defiantly in the direction of the city.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">T</span></span>he dragon saw flames north of the city and great dust clouds approaching it and knew it to be foes. He tasted the taste of blood in his mouth and felt a longing and urge to bite and tear through the flesh of horse and man, to claw through steel, to shatter bone, to break shields, to burn armor, to feast upon the traitors until he was fat and bloated and they lay death in their thousands or tens of thousands, slain by fire and blood. Already the dragon could taste the meat and blood of his foes. Yet he lingered. For even as he flew north towards his city of Kosrak the dragon's bloodlust was stayed by the knowledge that amongst the horseman foes was his brother.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">H</span></span>is brother. Born to the same mother, yet different from one another. As the formidable body of Rhaegal cast dark shadows upon Lhazar as he flew north, paying only scarce notice to the formation of troops at both Hesh and Lhazosh, his thoughts of battle and death was halted by the knowledge he would need face and fight his brother to destroy the horseman horde. His own brother.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">A</span></span>top the back of Rhaegal the closed purple eyes of Aemon Targaryen opened, revealing tears dripping from them upon his noble visage. His brother. Viserys Targaryen. Born to Daenerys Targaryen by some Dothraki horse lord, a bastard, a turn cloak, a traitor and a menace. And Aemon's baby brother, whom he had held when he was an infant afraid of the dark, consoled when he cried, loved as a full brother. As the starry eyed gaze of the Emperor of the Ghiscari fell upon the havoc and destruction that he through human eyes was spared to close sight of, far away as it was, he wept, but he knew not if it was for the harm upon his people or for his brother he cried. Still he flew north, upon Lhazosh, with peace he prayed, with Fire and Blood he feared.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;"">The Ghiscari Empire</span><br/>The Imperial City of Meereen, in the Bay of Ghiscari<br/>Under the sovereignty of Aemon the Magnificent Targaryen</span></span><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d4/GhisHarpie.png""/><br/><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lady Missandei</span></span></span></div><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">M</span></span>issandei allowed her hand to dwell for a moment on the magnificent gilded harpy throne in the audience chamber as she sighed.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""I preferred your ebony bench My Lady.""</span>The Grand Vizier whispered, her eyes watering at the thought of her murdered queen who had never sat a real throne though she was more worthy to sit one than her husband and all three of her sons combined. Even after twelve years Missandei felt a deep sadness in her heart, remembering her Silver Queen. Her Mhysa. Her Breaker of Chains. Aemon, Aemon was ... Magnificent? A sad little laugh escaped Missandei. She served the better son, that she did not doubt. The wonders that Aemon had worked with his empire were undeniable and Missandei served him willingly and faithful. Yet the son was not the mother. Even if his greatness matched that of his mother it was not Daenerys's greatness or power Missandei missed. It was her smile and her laughter, her magnificent silver-blond hair and above all that secret and hidden sadness within her, that Missandei recognized so well from herself.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">A</span></span>cough interrupted Missandei's memories.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Grand Vizier.""</span>A meek voice called towards Missandei's back as she herself still looked upon Aemon's ostentatious throne.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Grand Vizier the council is awaiting you. An ambassador from Mantarys, a magnate from Qarth. General Grey Worm and the rest of the army. Imperial Consort Desiree, the Queen of Meereen. Mayhaps even her daughter the Grand Princess of New Ghis. They all await your pleasure Grand Vizier.""</span>The voice of the sycophantic servant cried and for a moment Missandei mourned the tone with which she was addressed. There where no slaves in the Ghiscari empire yet the servant behind her did not speak as a free man to another, no he spoke as servant to master.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""I wonder, would you have thought this well and good?""</span>Missandei whispered with closed eyes, pondering what her dead queen would have had to say to Aemon and Missandei herself on the state of affairs in Slaver's ... No Ghiscari Bay.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">T</span></span>hen the female Grand Vizier shrugged. Daenerys was dead, and Aemon alive. Missandei would have to settle for the candle now she was deprived of the sun. She turned towards the servant.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Let them in. Their Imperial Highnesses first while I receive the Mantarine ambassador and the Qartheen dignitary. I will see Grey Worm and the army later. His Imperial Majesty would not approve of me convening the war council in the presence of outsiders.""</span>Missandei ordered as she walked towards the chair placed right next to the imperial throne and took her seat. As news had reached him of the latest onslaught of his traitor brother Lhazar emperor Aemon had flown himself towards Kosrak to treat with Viserys. Or if the treacherous snake did not see reason declare war on him Missandei hoped. She had never been able to love the middle child of Daenerys no matter how hard she tried. She knew Aemon believed there to be good in him but Missandei could not share the sentiment. She remembered old Barristan Selmy once telling a story of madness in the Targaryen bloodline. Of all Daenerys's children Missandei thought it most likely that such a disease would take hold on Viserys. There had always been a darkness or malice to him that she had never observed in Aemon or the young one, Aerion.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">A</span></span>s she took her seat Missandei discarded thoughts of Viserys. Aemon and the army would deal with him. Fourteen legions had now been raised throughout the empire, one short of the goal. A formidable host, assisted by the Immortal Guard, the Companion cavalry, the Cavalry divisions, the Order of the Dragon, the Order of the Harpy and the auxiliary host Missandei was not worried. Viserys would soon be put in his proper place.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Open the gates.""</span>The Grand Vizier shouted, prompting Immortal guardsmen to immediately swing open the gilded double doors allowing the Imperials, the Mantarine ambassador and the Qartheen magnate to enter, followed by the rest of the grand and opulent Ghiscari court."
14471,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=75,2014-12-22T10:40:00,Nuridia,"""Yes, it was hard at first."" ""But I had to remind myself that if I had not acted quickly I would've been dead as well."" 'It was their lives or mine."" Eugenia said, a bit caught off guard when her daughter hugged her but she smiled and hugged her back. ""And if I hadn't killed them, I wouldn't have married your father or had my little wolf-pups."" ""So it all worked out for the best in the end."" Lady Stark smiled down at her daughter.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ghiscari Empire,<br/>City of Meereen,</span><br/>After Desiree had retrieved her daughter from the gardens, Desirhae was still eating a few dates however and her mother shot her a look that suggested that she finish quickly, which Desirhae did, Ghirach was still perched on her shoulder and trying to look even bigger than he was. Straightening out her over-robe and pulling on a lock of her chin-length hair she linked wrists with her mother as Grand Vizier Missandei bade that the gilded doors of the Coucil Chamber be opened and Desirhae and her mother were admitted first. The Princess' Targaryen Pendant, gold with ruby eyes and onyx teeth set into the heads of the curving three headed dragon shone in the dull light as the Imperial Consort greeted Missandei first and went to her seat while Desirhae did the same. Desirhae had always liked Missandei, she was loyal and kind and never hesitated to tell her stories about her admired grandmother.<br/><br/>""Grand Vizier, I have one question."" ""Where in the seven hells is the Emperor exactly?"" ""Has he gone to take care of the Lhazareen raids by himself?"" Empress Desiree asked with concern, she set her dragon egg down and adjusted her bun like she often did when she was nervous."
14472,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=75,2014-12-22T10:48:00,Tomia,"Talia returned her mother's smile as they hugged. ""You're right, it worked out for the best. I wouldn't want anyone else for a mother."" Talia said sincerely. She didn't usually get emotional, but she was very close to her mother. They seemed to be the only ones that completely understood each other.<br/>Rickon gave a small smile to Karsten at his offer. ""I am sure they would very much appreciate that my friend, thank you. That is quite kind of you."""
14473,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=75,2014-12-22T10:58:00,New Granadeseret,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""The Imperial Republica""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>The Imperial Republica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=22876152#p22876152"">wrote</a>:</cite>After observing the scuffle outside between the Krakens and the wolves, Maxwell decided it would be a good idea to finally meet the young Steffon. The Grey Fist had purposefully stayed his tongue and temper to observe how the young stag interacted with the other lords. ""Every bit a Baratheon that one"" he muttered jokingly to himself underneath his breath. Many of his fellow Stormlords regarded the boy as a joke and a disgrace to his family name. True, he wasn't the fighter Robert was, or the commander Stannis was, but the boy had handled himself well enough with the other lords, that much was clear. Perhaps he would be the beloved ruler Renly was in the brief time he was king. He figured now would be as good a time as any to meet Steffon and find out. <br/>""Steffon! How goes it milord?"" He greeted Steffon with a hearty slap on the back, which startled both the boy and sent his guards scrambling to draw their swords. Maxwell simply ignored them while he addressed the young stag. ""I'm pleased to meet you milord. I have the pleasure of being Lord Maxwell Tyrosus,"" he said with a rather dramatic bow. ""At your service.""<br/>)</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/>(OOC: Well, Steffon has already left, but this conversation can be considered retroactive in the period between him arriving, and the other Lords-Paramounts conversing)<br/><br/><br/>His eyes focused on his fellow Lords-Paramount, Steffon was completely unprepared for the forceful strike on his back, reflexively shuddering slightly in fear, his own hand fumbling for his blade as her heard the sound of swords already pulling from their sheathed; only to look back and sea the Tyrosus colors on somebody who looked vaguely familiar...<br/><br/>""Ah... Lord Maxwell, of course."" He answered, his voice taking a moment to calm, as he glanced over the broad man's shoulders, seeing another in a similar outfit behind him. ""And your son Derryk, I presume. He's grown quite a bit since I last saw him. And of course, you're looking as sturdy as ever."" He spoke honestly, the initial shock fading into a look of noble composure. ""I trust you are hear to wish our King a happy marriage as well?"""
14474,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=75,2014-12-22T11:12:00,Novae Vitae,"<blockquote><div><cite>Aurinsula <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=22878762#p22878762"">wrote</a>:</cite><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Arana""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Arana <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=22877757#p22877757"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Red Keep, King's Landing, Crownlands<br/>Aerion I Targaryen, King of the Andals, the Rhoynar, and the First Men, Lord of the Seven Kingdoms</span><br/><br/>Aerion went cold as Lord Tyrell spoke. He'd been told that Viserys was a bastard, and if he hadn't it wouldn't have been hard to figure out, but he had always heard that his father loved all his children. In the portrait, the two were smiling, like a family... but the story would explain a lot. After a moment of silence, Aerion tried to speak, but almost cried and had to stop. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Hold it together, stupid. Kings don't cry.</span><br/><br/>""I... I see...""<br/><br/>Loosely gripping Lord Tyrells hand, he found himself falling to his knees, gazing at the portrait ahead of him. Aerax made sad noises, although Aerion didn't seem aware of it.<br/><br/>""But... why? How could she do this? Why would she? Why can't I tell anybody?""<br/><br/>A thousand other questions raced through his head along with those. He didn't want it to be true, but everything fit together perfectly... trying to hold back tears, Aerion lowered his head to pray silently.</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/>As the King was lost in his private reverie, a page announced the arrival of another set of guests.<br/><br/>""Presenting Lord Jeor Arryn, Warden of the East, and his mother, Sansa Arryn!""<br/><br/>Before we begin with their introduction, let's talk a little bit about what led up to this moment. It was quite easy for them to strut around like they owned the place, these two, because for a time, before the death of Jon and Danaerys, they practically did. For a period of over 10 years - from Jeor's third year in 306, to the assassination of the previous King in 318 - the two had lived in King's Landing, the darling of its social circles, and Sansa herself remained for much of the time right until 325. Jeor had grown up alongside the two elder princes. From the moment of his first thought, he had known that he would never have any brothers or sisters, and tried his best to make up for it with the other boys. Up until his thirteenth birthday, he was - or would have himself be - their profound friend and ally.<br/><br/>As for Sansa, having long since made her peace with her bastard brother, she took it upon herself to become an aunt to all three of them. It was easy for her to do; the hardness of her heart in the face of her family's betrayal and her guardian's machinations did not forbear her capacity to love, nor her willingness to pour it forth for anyone she felt could take it and keep it. That included, of course, Danaerys's three boys. She had held her hand through all three births.<br/><br/>When Jon and Danaerys were killed, Sansa mourned at their funeral even as their house remained a strong ally to the Tyrells. That had been Petyr Baelish's doing; he was the Seneschal and he saw at once which way the wind was blowing. For seven glorious years, the Tyrells could could on the Arryns having their back.<br/><br/>Then Jeor Arryn assumed the mantle of leadership, recalled his mother to the Vale, threw his Seneschal out of the Moon Door, and proceeded to keep his own counsel privately. Since then, they have been enigmatic.<br/><br/>Even though they arrived last, it took them long to get there, almost as long as the Starks. First, there was the long and winding road down from the Eyrie, where Jeor and his household - his wife, two of his three children, his mother, and his household retainers. From there, he proceeded east to Gulltown, to rendezvous with others who would join them. He also dropped off his wife and the two children, the better to stay with the other child and with her parents. Wife deposited and retinue in hand, the whole Arryn party took to a ship and sailed around to King's Landing.<br/><br/>In addition to Jeor and his mother, the party included seven knights, 20 of Jeor's household serjeants-at-mace, and 12 servants including a cook. The ten knights had all been the top contestants in a tourney held three months prior in the Vale, the sole purpose of which was to determine who would be permitted to attend this tourney here in King's Landing. The winner of said tourney was Ser Lyance Corbray, cousin to Ser Lyonnel Corbray the Knight of Ninestars. By general acclaim, he was one of the top 10 knights in the Seven Kingdoms, and his cousin had bid him wear to King's Landing the family's Valyrian sword Forlorn, to the honor of Ninestars and of the Vale, and perhaps to earn a seat on the Kingsguard. The rest were all solid contenders in their own right, and were here to provide a fine spectacle for the King's entertainment at the jousting and melee. Jeor had brought his best, and his best was quality stuff indeed.<br/><br/>But soft, let us not linger over-much on Jeor, for as soon as he was announced but before he could speak his part, his mother Sansa cut him off to approach the king. She was now one of the great women of Westeros, and she and Margaery had spent the last 30 years in a continual quadrille of cooperation and betrayal. She was profoundly tall, for a woman, and skeletally thin, but she moved with pronounced and profound vigor.<br/><br/>""Your Grace,"" she said with a deep curtsy. ""It has been long since last we saw one another. My congratulations on your coming wedding."" Then she flashed him a smile.<br/><br/>""May an old woman embrace her nephew?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Paramount Loras Tyrell<br/>The Red Keep, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>Loras went to his knees beside his king, still holding his hand lightly. ""I cannot know how hard it is for you, Your Grace,"" Loras said. ""I am sure there are a thousand questions more than what you have already asked, and I will answer them all when--""<br/><br/>Loras's eyes flicked up. ""Your Grace,"" he said in a sharp whisper, squeezing the boy's hand (whether for comfort or for command), ""over your shoulder approaches Jeor and Sansa Arryn, who led to the death of your parents. No, do not look. You must remain<span style=""font-style: italic"">strong</span>, Your Grace--find strength in knowing that you will have all the truth soon. Sansa will try to charm you, as is her nature. She is only veiling her true heart, black and evil. Do not trust her.<br/><br/>""Send for me in the night, when you are ready. All your questions will be answered then. And remember:<span style=""font-style: italic"">tell no one</span>.""<br/><br/>Loras straightened his back, looking at the approaching Arryns. ""My lord,"" he said, dipping his head. ""My lady,"" he added, though with subtle contempt, so as to push Aerion further to hatred and confusion in regards to Sansa. ""I should she that you wish to speak with your nephew, my lady. How rude of me to encroach.""<br/><br/>Loras rose, made his pleasantries to His Grace, and departed. He could only hope that Aerion would have noticed that he had not said<span style=""font-style: italic"">beloved</span>before<span style=""font-style: italic"">nephew</span>.<br/><br/><br/>_______<br/><br/><br/>On his wall through the halls of the Red Keep, a messenger found him, explaining that a certain lord Piper wished to see him. ""Very well,"" Loras said. ""Take me to him."""
14475,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=75,2014-12-22T11:20:00,Toronina,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Brynden Blackwood</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Inside the Red Keep, King's Landing.</span><br/><br/>Brynden knocked on the door again, wondering if he had been led to the wrong room. If I have, I swear that guard will pay.' He waited for an answer. Perhaps Lord Stark was away."
14476,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=75,2014-12-22T13:49:00,Krugmar,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">House Vaeleneos</span><br/>Meereen - Imperial Palace<br/>Maelesa Vaeleneos, Lady of Mantarys</span></div><hr/><br/><br/>Maelesa followed the Imperial family into the audience chamber as the doors were opened, making sure to put herself ahead of the Qartheen dignitary. She approached the disgusting looking throne, a remnant of an age of mongrel Ghiscari dominance. Sitting upon it seemed to be a pitiful creature, some slave that the 'Breaker of chains' had taken pity on and risen far above her station. One of Maelesa's handmaidens was from Naath, they made excellent servants but poor rulers in Maelesa's opinion.<br/><br/>Maelesa gave a mocking bow and then said ""Thank you for receiving me Grand Vizier. I come on behalf of my husband, Talaemor Vaeleneos the Dragonlord of Valyria, Lord of Mantarys and Master of the Demon Road. He extends an invitation to the Emperor of Ghiscari to the wedding of Taemor and Elaena. He hopes that your Emperor will accept his gracious offer and rekindle the friendship between them"". Every word was crafted carefully, a deadly field of swords for the Vizier to navigate.<br/><br/>Talaemor would perhaps not be happy about her conduct within the Imperial Palace, though she reminded herself that she had been given no actual message to stick by. She was sick of pretending to bow to these traitors, and she knew that her brother's knee was particularly stiff. Maelesa straightened herself slightly and could not hide a satisfactory smirk as she waited for the Vizier's reply.<hr/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">House Vaeleneos</span><br/>Mantarys - Vaeleneos Palace<br/>Talaemor Vaeleneos, Lord of Mantarys and Master of the Demon Road</span></div><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><div align=""center"">-The day before-</div></span><br/><br/>""Talaemor of House Valaeneos the Dragonlord of Valyria, Lord of Mantarys and Master of the Demon Road will now take court, please approach in an orderly fashion"" announced the herald, some noble boy from one of the Mantaryan families. Talaemor sat in his great throne, forged in the days of old Valyria. It was a giant obsidian-coloured monstrosity with the top of it forming into a dragons head. It had streaks of moving white marble darting through it, striking strangely like lightning, molded in through the old methods and magics of Valyrian craftsmen. The details of the dragon's head were coloured in gold, with its eyes also being purely golden.<br/><br/>""Approach"" said Talaemor to the person at the head of the procession. They seemed to be a commoner, dressed in clothes little better than rags.<br/><br/>""Thank you your Grace. I am Alavonae Skirax, a simple merchant who sells his wares in Meereen and brings back supplies to sell here. I was attacked along the Demon Road a few days ago by Tolosi raiders, they stole my merchandise and therefore your property your grace, then murdered my wife who traveled with me"" he said, breaking down into tears after he finished. Shock went through the royal court and gasps could be heard from the nobility.<br/><br/>Talaemor rose from his throne, his face showing anger and a certain amount of pity. ""Alavonae Skirax, I thank you for bringing this before me. I grieve for your family, loyal citizens of Mantarys. I promise you the Tolosi will not go unpunished for this. How dare they attack my citizens, along my road!"" he said. Support from the nobility came from cheering, Alavonae knelt before Talaemor offering thanks and prayers for his good health. He was then led away while Talaemor prepared to hear the next person. Alavonae was led into a distant room where he was paid a small fee for his services and then sent away from the Palace, he would probably return to Lys and spent his good amount of money in some whorehouse.<br/><br/>Talaemor spent several hours going though nobles thanking him for invitations to the wedding and commoners bringing him stories of monsters seen to the south. Very little of importance happened and the rest of the day simply slipped away. Talaemor would spend the night with Vysenna, she held a soft spot in his heart. She was far less demanding than Maelesa and was much gentler, though she lacked the fire and warrior spirit that he so admired in Maelesa.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">-The next day-</span></div><br/><br/>Talaemor was up early again, he hated wasting precious hours of the day. He left Vysenna sleeping in the bed and quickly got dressed. His outfit was usually the same, an elegant noble attire in black and golden colours. He made his way down to the Great Hall where breakfast would likely be laid out. As he walked in he caught Taemor also helping himself to some food and ambushed him, eager to speak with his son.<hr/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">House Vaeleneos</span><br/>Mantarys - Vaeleneos Palace<br/>Taemor Vaeleneos, Prince of Mantarys</span></div><hr/><br/><br/>Taemor had risen extra early that day, hoping to catch breakfast quickly and avoid others within the castle. He sat down to an empty table and began munching away at some bread, preferring to stay away from any of the heavier food options. His heart stopped when he felt a firm hand upon his shoulder, he turned to see his father take a seat next to him. Taemor was speechless,<span style=""font-style: italic"">what had he done?</span><br/><br/>""I was hoping to find you here Taemor"" announced Talaemor, grabbing some bread, meat and eggs and piling them onto his place. Taemor had always been scared of his father, though they had always been close, as he was a frightening man. He was a scion of Valyria and certainly showed it, he had a noble but eery face. Taemor had always understood why people called his father ""the Demon"", even without seeing him in battle. ""I wish to have a word with you about your wedding"" continued Talaemor, causing Taemor to become a nervous wreck.<br/><br/>""T-the.. wedding?"" stuttered out Taemor. Talaemor began to laugh, chuckling as he placed a slice of pork between his mouth.<br/><br/>""Yes, the wedding. I want to know your thoughts on it. Are you nervous?"" asked Talaemor, catching Taemor off guard. Taemor was unused to actually talking with his father about matters such as feelings.<br/><br/>""Erm.. Yes, I am actually"" replied Taemor, feeling it best to simply tell the truth.<br/><br/>Talaemor smiled, ""I was nervous at both of my weddings, though especially nervous at my wedding to Maelesa. Your mother scared the life out of me back then, she has always been so full of spirit"" he said. ""Luckily for you, you only have one wedding to get through, unless you would like another wife?"" he continued.<br/><br/>""Err.. No, no, Elaena will do just fine I think"" quickly replied Taemor, eager not to get pressed into a second marriage.<br/><br/>Talaemor chuckled, ""You can marry who you like when I'm dead, just make sure you keep the family line going. You could go from 'the Golden' to 'the Last' very easily. But tell me the truth, what are your thoughts on Elaena?"" he said, then asked.<br/><br/>""She is very beautiful, intelligent, a good per-"" started Taemor.<br/><br/>""No, not what she is, what you think of her"" interrupted Talaemor.<br/><br/>""I think... I think that it is strange, marrying my own half sister"" said Taemor, finally telling the truth to his father.<br/><br/>""There it is"" said Talaemor, still smiling, ""I had those thoughts when I was getting married to Maelesa"" he continued. ""Over time it affects you less, you remember that it is tradition and that without it then we would not be Valyrian"" he said.<br/><br/>""I understand, I know the reasons and I do like her, it is just..."" said Taemor.<br/><br/>""I know what you mean"" said Talaemor, in a strangely understanding fashion. ""Now, I didn't just come down here to talk about your thoughts. I need you to have the Mantaryan legion assembled. A raven came early this morning, Arsemouth has ordered our legion to assist them in the east with some Dothraki problem"" he continued, showing his true motives for finding him.<br/><br/>""and you will... obey this order?"" asked Taemor, unsure about why his father was now accepting orders from Aemon 'Arsemouth' Targaryen.<br/><br/>Talaemor chuckled again, ""No, but while the Tolosi legions are away I was thinking of raiding some of their land. I hope the Dothraki burn every Lhazareen village they come across, hopefully Arsemouth falls off his dragon and breaks his neck. I want you to lead our 6th company, take them into the Tolosi farmlands and put them to the torch. If you meet too much resistance, fall back to the Bhorash and the 7th and 8th companies garrisoned there"" said Talaemor. He then ate the remainder of his breakfast and stood up, while walking away he shouted ""Go with swiftness my son, show no mercy"". Taemor finished his food and hurried off to pull on his armour.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">-Quite a few hours later, near nightfall-</span></div><br/><br/>Taemor stood at the head of the 6th company, riding a large black courser. Behind him were two personal guards, members of the Order of the Demon. There were around 50 cavalry accompanying him. He had sent the hundred or so infantry-men of the company ahead to scout out and warn them of any danger. He saw a flaming signal come from the distance, the signal for all clear. With a shout, he kicked his horse into action and they rode hard and fast into the night.<br/><br/>The Tolosi farms were relatively unguarded, being quite far away from the main city. Some farmers were slaughtered and a few guards were quickly despatched. The large fields quickly went up in flames, as did the wooden storehouses and farms shacks. Taemor himself split the head open of a farmhand, this kind of slaughter didn't appeal to him but he understood the necessity of it. After an hour of burning and killing the raiders eventually withdrew, heading back for Mantarys. They would likely arrive the next morning, probably around noon-time."
14477,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=75,2014-12-22T14:15:00,The cold ice,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Robert Tully<br/>Inside The Red Keep</span><br/>""You,"" Robert gained the attention of a passing serving girl, ""have you seen the Starks?"" The girl stopped, yet seemed mute, standing wide-eyed. Willam scoffed, then jumped of his horse. He kissed the girl's hand, before inquiring: ""Pardon my brother. In my experience, no matter how little it becomes them, great lords are always rather rude to smallfolk. You understand, we are quite anxious to meet our cousins, and we hoped you might have heard were they are?"" Willam waited patiently. ""I heard the Starks were in the sparring grounds,"" she muttered at last, pointing. Robert turned to the stables to be rid of his horse, then made for his goal.<br/><br/>When he reached the grounds afoot and alone, Robert saw that it had indeed been the Starks of Winterfell, as he had expected. That it should be only the women, however, he found more surprising. After the women were finished hugging, he approached Eugenia, whom he recognized from his own wedding to Agnes Mallister, nine years ago. ""Lady Stark. A pleasure to see you again. Where is your husband?"""
14478,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=75,2014-12-22T15:41:00,Nuridia,"Lady Stark was snapped out of her thoughts by the approaching footsteps of Robert Tully. ""Lord Tunny, hello."" Eugenia greeted and then Robert asked where Rickon was. ""In our room in the tower above us, or at least that was where he was a few minutes ago when I last saw him."" Lady Stark said.<br/><br/>In the palace in Meereen, Desiree looked up from some official papers when the dound of footsteps interrupted her as well. And guess who it was, none other than Maelesa Vaeleneos, one of the sister-wives of the Lord of Mantarys. It was no secret how the house felt about Aemon or any of the members of his family.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Look carefully darling, the sword that would cut our throats in the night.</span>Aemon's first wife turned to her daughter with a silent look, Desirhae looked up and saw Maelesa, like an elegant poisonous plant and Ghirach screeched a bit which the princess immediately silenced. All Desirhae knew was that the family did not like her father, seeing her family as not truly Valyrian and she knew that she did not like the way that this woman was speaking to Missandei one single bit. However, she looked straight ahead as her mother did and they both gave Maelesa polite nods of greeting. ""Lady Vaeleneos, pleasure to have you with us today."" Desiree greeted, smoothly and politely."
14479,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=75,2014-12-22T15:58:00,Tomia,"Rickon was in his room with Lord Bolton when he heard a knock on the door. He excused himself for a moment and answered it. He was a little surprised to see Brynden Blackwood, but greeted him with a hand shack. ""Brynden, it is good to see you my friend. How have you been?"" He asked the lord."
14480,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=75,2014-12-22T16:00:00,Krugmar,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Nuridia""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Nuridia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=22883466#p22883466"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>In the palace in Meereen, Desiree looked up from some official papers when the dound of footsteps interrupted her as well. And guess who it was, none other than Maelesa Vaeleneos, one of the sister-wives of the Lord of Mantarys. It was no secret how the house felt about Aemon or any of the members of his family.<br/><br/> <span style=""font-style: italic"">Look carefully darling, the sword that would cut our throats in the night.</span> Aemon's first wife turned to her daughter with a silent look, Desirhae looked up and saw Maelesa, like an elegant poisonous plant and Ghirach screeched a bit which the princess immediately silenced. All Desirhae knew was that the family did not like her father, seeing her family as not truly Valyrian and she knew that she did not like the way that this woman was speaking to Missandei one single bit. However, she looked straight ahead as her mother did and they both gave Maelesa polite nods of greeting. ""Lady Vaeleneos, pleasure to have you with us today."" Desiree greeted, smoothly and politely.</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">House Vaeleneos</span><br/>Meereen - Imperial Palace<br/>Maelesa Vaeleneos, Lady of Mantarys</span></div><hr/><br/><br/>Maelesa turned towards the Imperial family while waiting for the Vizier to answer her. She could see Desiree, some whore from the barbaric lands in the west, with her bastard daughter. Her eyes were mainly focused upon the dragon, a red beauty that should have been blessed upon her family and not upon these mongrels. Maelesa then moved her eyes upward, looking at Desiree and saying ""Desiree Mirino Dāria*, it is a pleasure to be here. Especially seeing a beauty such as this"". She pointed towards Desirhae and her dragon, but made no indication of which she meant.<br/><br/>It hurt Maelesa to have to talk pleasantly to one such as this, a simple concubine of a false Emperor. Talaemor would never have exchanged pleasantries, though that is likely why he sent her instead of coming himself. He probably would have tried to snatch the dragon and run. He was afflicted was a longing, a desire which affected all of their house though it especially affected him. The sickness that came from a loss of dragons, the power that came from them. Although you couldn't see it, Maelesa was struggling with herself to not try and take the dragon. She remained proud and pleasant to the outside eye however, though her disgust at talking to the Imperial family could not be truly hidden.<br/><br/><div style=""float: right;""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-size: 85%; line-height: 116%;"">*Mirino Dāria means Queen of Meereen</span></span></div>"
14481,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=75,2014-12-22T16:15:00,Nuridia,"Desiree knew how House Vaeleneos truly felt about her and her daughter, but honestly it didn't really make much of a difference. Deep inside she wanted to laugh at the absurdity of this conversation and it was obviously tearing Maelesa apart inside to have to bow to the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Velaryon whore and her half-blood bastard</span>as their enemies liked to call them and if she had lacked any self-control she would've just laughed because it was hilarious. Desirhae looked up when Maelesa indicated her after speaking to her mother but it was clear that she probably wasn't pointing at her. She took Ghirach in her hands and held him gently but protectively before bowing her head to Maelesa. ""I thank you my lady, you're too kind."" the princess spoke.<br/><br/>Desiree then spoke up. ""Well Lady Vaeleneos, I assume that you're here to see my husband the Emperor."" ""Unfortunately he is not here at the moment as he has some problems that he needs to take care of in the south."" ""Dothraki raiders, a nasty business I'm afraid."" ""You are quite welcome to wait until he comes back, he's got thr heavy artilery so he should make short work of things and be on his way very soon."" ""You must be thirsty from your long journey, wine?"" Desiree asked politely, gesturing to a silver pitcher that was on the council table which a servant girl put on a tray along with a goblet and prepared to carry it to Maelesa if necessary."
14482,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=75,2014-12-22T16:29:00,Krugmar,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Nuridia""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Nuridia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=22883466#p22883466"">wrote</a>:</cite>Desiree knew how House Vaeleneos truly felt about her and her daughter, but honestly it didn't really make much of a difference. Deep inside she wanted to laugh at the absurdity of this conversation and it was obviously tearing Maelesa apart inside to have to bow to the Velaryon whore and her half-blood bastard as their enemies liked to call them and if she had lacked any self-control she would've just laughed because it was hilarious. Desirhae looked up when Maelesa indicated her after speaking to her mother but it was clear that she probably wasn't pointing at her. She took Ghirach in her hands and held him gently but protectively before bowing her head to Maelesa. ""I thank you my lady, you're too kind."" the princess spoke.<br/><br/>Desiree then spoke up. ""Well Lady Vaeleneos, I assume that you're here to see my husband the Emperor."" ""Unfortunately he is not here at the moment as he has some problems that he needs to take care of in the south."" ""Dothraki raiders, a nasty business I'm afraid."" ""You are quite welcome to wait until he comes back, he's got thr heavy artilery so he should make short work of things and be on his way very soon."" ""You must be thirsty from your long journey, wine?"" Desiree asked politely, gesturing to a silver pitcher that was on the council table.<br/></div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">House Vaeleneos</span><br/>Meereen - Imperial Palace<br/>Maelesa Vaeleneos, Lady of Mantarys</span></div><hr/><br/><br/>Maelesa nodded at the offer of wine, saying ""I was here to see the Emperor, simply to offer this invitation to the wedding which I hope he will accept. I think I shall wait until he comes back, unless his Vizier can speak for him"". She took the goblet and poured herself a glass of wine and took a small sip, it was not to her liking but it was better than the usual Ghiscari muck. ""I would hope to see you and your daughter in Mantarys as well, if you would brave the Demon Road and the City of Monsters, that is"" she continued, smiling to herself. Her eyes did not leave the Red dragon the entire time though, completely fixated upon the wondrous beast. How did this little runt, the child of a blood-traitor and Westerosi whore, get blessed with a god of old Valyria?<br/><br/><br/><div style=""float: right;""></div>"
14483,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=75,2014-12-22T16:38:00,The cold ice,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Robert Tully<br/>Inside the Red Keep</span><br/>""I thank you, my Lady."" With these words Robert departed. He arrived at Rickon's chambers just in time to see Brynden Blackwood enter.<span style=""font-style: italic"">It seems that my cousin is having a very busy day,</span>he thought. Nevertheless, he knocked upon the door."
14484,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=75,2014-12-22T16:51:00,Nuridia,"""Well of course, we would be delighted to attend."" ""Keping the cordial relations between our two houses has always been very important to the enite court."" Desiree told Maelesa and Princess Desirhae spoke up. ""After growing up in these ages my lady, I doubt the Demon Road and City of Monsters will do much to frighten me."" Desirhae said politely, not liking the way that Maelesa's eyes were trained upon her dragon. Desiree saw it too and spoke up. ""Rhae, why don't you take your little companion and put him to bed."" ""He seems tired, and restless."" the empress spoke. Desiree stood up. ""I have to feed him anyway, let's go and gran some rabbits and then you can settle down."" Desirhae said to her dragon, bowing to everyone and carrying her dragon out of the room."
14485,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=75,2014-12-22T17:12:00,Tomia,"<blockquote><div><cite>The cold ice <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=22884101#p22884101"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Robert Tully<br/>Inside the Red Keep</span><br/>""I thank you, my Lady."" With these words Robert departed. He arrived at Rickon's chambers just in time to see Brynden Blackwood enter. <span style=""font-style: italic"">It seems that my cousin is having a very busy day,</span> he thought. Nevertheless, he knocked upon the door.</div></blockquote><br/>After Rickon greeted Brynden there was another knock at the door. He was surprised and opened it, ""Well it seems I'm popular today."" He said with a smile. He opened the door and saw his cousin Robert. ""Robert! It's good to see you my friend."" He said to his cousin, shaking his hand and pulling him into a hug. It's been too long cousin, you should come north one day."" He said to the Lord of Riverrun."
14486,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=75,2014-12-22T17:44:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Tomia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=22883658#p22883658"">wrote</a>:</cite>Rickon was in his room with Lord Bolton when he heard a knock on the door. He excused himself for a moment and answered it. He was a little surprised to see Brynden Blackwood, but greeted him with a hand shack. ""Brynden, it is good to see you my friend. How have you been?"" He asked the lord.</div></blockquote><br/>""I have been good Rickon."" He replied. ""I am sorry to bother you, but there is a trouble brewing. I want you to know, should any trouble arise, you will have my swords."" Brynden bent his knee towards Rickon."
14487,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=75,2014-12-22T17:57:00,Krugmar,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Nuridia""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Nuridia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=22883466#p22883466"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Well of course, we would be delighted to attend."" ""Keping the cordial relations between our two houses has always been very important to the enite court."" Desiree told Maelesa and Princess Desirhae spoke up. ""After growing up in these ages my lady, I doubt the Demon Road and City of Monsters will do much to frighten me."" Desirhae said politely, not liking the way that Maelesa's eyes were trained upon her dragon. Desiree saw it too and spoke up. ""Rhae, why don't you take your little companion and put him to bed."" ""He seems tired, and restless."" the empress spoke. Desiree stood up. ""I have to feed him anyway, let's go and gran some rabbits and then you can settle down."" Desirhae said to her dragon, bowing to everyone and carrying her dragon out of the room.<br/></div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">House Vaeleneos</span><br/>Meereen - Imperial Palace<br/>Maelesa Vaeleneos, Lady of Mantarys</span></div><hr/><br/><br/>Maelesa gave a fake smile and nodded as the Princess left. Her eyes eventually had to leave the dragon as it was carried out of the room, allowing her to rest them upon Desiree again. ""A brave child, likely taking after her parents"" said Maelesa, though what she really meant was '<span style=""font-style: italic"">A foolish child, taking after her whore of a mother and idiot of a father</span>'. She then said ""Now, If you will excuse me, I should probably return my attention to the Vizier"" and with that she turned back towards Missandei, planting her gaze upon the former slave from Naath. This Empire was a complete farce, allowing such lowborn creatures to sit upon thrones (even ugly Ghiscari ones). Maelesa could not wait to return to Mantarys and the comfort of her own home."
14488,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=75,2014-12-22T18:01:00,Arana,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Red Keep, King's Landing, Crownlands<br/>Aerion I Targaryen, King of the Andals, the Rhoynar, and the First Men, Lord of the Seven Kingdoms</span><br/><br/>Aerion continued praying silently as Lord Tyrell knelt beside him, holding the man's hand lightly as he did so. Aerax, seemingly capable of sensing his master's sadness, tugged lightly on the young king's braid, as if trying to cheer him up. The little dragon's efforts were in vain, however, and Aerion continued praying as Loras spoke, his eyes shut tight to keep any tears from coming out.<span style=""font-style: italic"">You're acting like a child. King's don't cry, children do.</span>As Loras rose to leave, he rose as well, and turned to face his aunt.<br/><br/>""Aunt Sansa, Lord Jeor, it's been too long.""<br/><br/>Reluctantly, he went to give the woman a hug, not sure if he was hugging just his aunt, or the person behind the deaths of his parents as well.<br/><br/>""Forgive me for not greeting you earlier. Lord Tyrell and I were just talking about... never mind. It's not important.""<br/><br/>Unable to help himself, Aerion turned to look back at the portrait. All of a sudden, it seemed wrong for it to be in the same room as Lady Arryn. He wondered though, could it be true? His aunt always seemed fond of him... could such a seemingly nice woman have destroyed his family? He was distracted when a guard entered, bearing a message from Lord Baratheon-Swann. Nodding to the guard, Aerion sent him off to find the young lord and bring him to the king.<br/><br/>""Will you be competing in the tourney, Lord Jeor?""<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Kosrak, Lhazar, Ghiscari Empire<br/>Viserys Targaryen, Khal of the Great Grass Sea</span><br/><br/>From atop his horse, Viserys surveyed the destruction around him. Buildings throughout the city were being burned and looted, men and women alike were being taken captive, and any who dared take up arms were cut down where they stood. Viserys himself had already slain ten men, but had decided to leave the looting to the rest of the khalasar. This raid would be a profitable one, for sure. In addition to the huge amount of loot, there would doubtless be many slaves. He could take some for his manse in Pentos, maybe take one or two for himself, and then sell the rest to some slave trader somewhere. Everything was going perfectly... at least, it was. As a sound like thunder came from the west, Dothraki and Lhazareen alike stopped what they were doing to gaze towards the source. Although it couldn't yet be seen by human eyes, Viserys recognized the sound instantly.<br/><br/>""So he brought Rhaegal... he means business.""<br/><br/>Viserys had expected something like this to happen eventually. For years, he had raided his brother's empire. After all, his people had been raiding the Lhazareen for years, and why should that change simply because the owner of the land did? And yet, he had always been certain to finish before Aemon could arrive with an army, before he'd have to face his brother in combat. Could he have won such a battle? Possibly. His brother's legions had superior numbers, but few soldiers could stand against the Dothraki. The last overwhelming defeat had been centuries ago, against the Unsullied of Astapor. But the Unsullied were gone now, slavery being banned by the Mother of Dragons, who's blood flowed in Viserys's veins. If it came to blows, Viserys was confident he could win, but at what cost? Any victory would mean the deaths of many of his people, and possibly even that he would have to face Aemon in person. Before he could make a decision though, one of his outriders rode into the city.<br/><br/>""Dozgosor! Dozgosor!*""<br/><br/>Other riders took up the call, and before long they all knew of the enemy presence. Lacking many better options, he called over one of his bloodriders.<br/><br/>""Blood of my blood, relay my order to the rest of the khalasar. Prepare to engage the enemy, but<span style=""font-weight: bold"">do not</span>attack until attacked, or until I give the signal. I have some business to attend to.""<br/><br/>As soon as he finished speaking, Viserys hurried back to where he had left his dragons. Evidently, Drogon could sense his green brother from a distance, and roared back in his direction. Berras roared as well, much more quietly, and tiny jets of flame shot from the little dragon's mouth. Quickly calming them, Viserys climbed onto the larger dragon's back, the smaller one flying around him.<br/><br/>""Drogon, afis!**""<br/><br/>Instantly, the dragon lifted into the air, and set off in Rhaegal and Aemon's direction, Berras following close behind. Before long, they would be within sight, and whatever the Great Stallion intended to happen would happen. For now, he could only pray.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 85%; line-height: 116%;"">*A term for an enemy horde or army<br/>**Fly</span>"
14489,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=75,2014-12-22T18:29:00,Ublia,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Kingsroad</span></span></span></div><br/><br/>Hooves thundered down the Kingsroad startling the smallfolk and merchant caravans alike as on the horizon a long column of surcoated and armored knights emerged from over the horizon. Soon after oxen bellowed, mares whinnied and men grunted as they moved out of the way for the column of steel some men bowing while their eyes glanced to catch some great Lords sigil. However instead of the proud lion of Lannister, the black stag of Baratheon, the grey diewolf or yes the red dragon of Targaryen their eyes were met by a field of green dotted with a simple mockingbird. And as the convoy passed steadily along towards the massive sprawling metropolis of King’s Landing many scoffed at owing for some minor Lord with a mockingbird for his sigil, but an old Tyroshi trader grinned at the sight of it.<br/><br/>Oh indeed while his companions scoffed and chuckled at what small or simple a lord would use something as genial as a little bird, but he remembered that little Lord. Oh he remembered him, that devilish grin of his, his cold green grey eyes coldly reviewing every inch of his new subordinate and in those eyes the Tyroshi had seen something many great Lords had never seen, ambition, burning ambition. And oh how high he’d risen that little Lord and how far he had fallen, and with him so did I from an agent of the crown to a meagre merchant of trinkets.<br/><br/>Oh how the highborns had reveled in it to see that little man who’d dared to reach something so high be cast down, down onto the rocks, even we who sought only prosperity for daring to reach above our station were also cast down, he frowned, recalling that fat pig of a Lordling throwing him from his office as Keeper of the Scales greedily helping himself to the royal gold while he informed old Vazar of his patrons death. To this day it still stung him, but now he smiled, now as he watched that banner pass, he felt something I him, an unknown knowledge he couldn’t logically have known; he knew the highborn’s would have their dues. And with that he grinned as he hefted up his cart of trinkets and began the long march down the dusty highway that was the Kingsroad.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">King's Landing </span></span></span></div><br/><br/>King’s Landing hadn’t changed much since he’d last been here some five years ago to receive confirmation as Lord of Harrenhal, his protector the Lord Tully by his side all the while. Oh how not so long ago it seemed that day when he felt both a swell of pride as the Master of Laws carried out the King’s decree and announced his ascension to the scoffing court. And oh how they scoffed, a boy not even ten and three years, the son of an overreaching servant barely a step up from a hedge knight, many had jested wondering how long before an Arryn blade would find his throat.<br/><br/>The Arryn’s themselves had merely sneered as he passed by them some whispering shady threats as he wet, but he would not relent. A Lord, a true Lord didn’t need to whisper threats as that red headed stable boy bastard’s whelps had to him, a mere boy, he needed only stare and men would realize that they were dead. They were dead before the knife even slit their throat, before they trudged up the stairs into the bed they would die in, from the last meal they would ever eat, from the last conversation they would have, from that very moment a Lord looked upon them they were dead, and nothing could stop them. Tywin Lannister had exemplified that kind of lord and how Conor had emulated it indeed a Lord must be a lord of iron no an Iron Lord, he paused.<br/><br/>“My Lord we’ve arrived.” Lothor Brune noted as he scratched the scar that ran along his cheek, a eternal gift till the day his flesh peeled from his bones from the Royces. At that the Lord of Harrenhal paused as he looked up upon the massive structure that was the Red Keep, “Well then Lothor shall we go play the game of thrones?” he inquired with a wolfish smile. At that the old bastard Brune was taken aback, rarely did the young lord smile, save for savoring a cunning triumph, no this is a triumph, he paused himself now grinning as he came to the realization, House Baelish had returned, not with a Tully army t its back, not groveling like some traitorous dog to its master but on its own two feet after years of careful cunning preparation.<br/><br/>“We have returned.” He whispered devilishly before turning “Indeed, my Lord.” He replied grinning before the Lord of Harrenhal dug his spurs into his ebony stallion and pressed forward, that iron look of his returning as he pressed through the portcullis and into the courtyard. And as Lothor watched the young Lord he could only grin further. Indeed as he stared at the young man with his raven hair, handsome clean shaven features, lean figure decked in a fine black doublet he was reminded of another Lord of Harrenhal if only in name. But ultimately it was the eyes, those terrifying grey-green eyes that truly spoke to him, for they spoke of a familiar insatiable hunger, a hunger which had torn apart seven kingdoms once, indeed perhaps it will tear apart the world itself.<br/><br/>“Are you coming Ser Brune?” Lord Conor called then as a page took his horse and he began to make his way into the Red Keep, pushy like the old Lord to, Lothor grinned scratching his scar before he hopped from his horse, handed the reins to a squire and marched along after his Lord. And as they made their way down those familiar halls, the two men experienced different memories, one a childhood shattered by senseless cruelty, another a war long dead and comrades long buried. However at last as they reached the great hall, Lord Conor frowned, “The stableboy.” He frowned as Lothor grunted as across the room through the mass of teeming nobles they spotted the two red headed devils who had so destroyed the Baelish line, and their nephew the King.<br/><br/>“Shall we hang back my Lord?” Lothor his eyes darting about as he sized up every man near him, the incident at Runestone had made an honest man a suspicious one all to easily. ' For now."" the young lord replied, for now indeed, he smiled, after all patience was a virtue, and virtue he had mastered well.<br/>."
14490,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=75,2014-12-22T18:35:00,Nuridia,"Desiree was relieved when the vile woman's attention was diverted once again to Missandei ""Well if you'll all excuse me, I will go and keep vigil for the Emperor."" ""Somebody's got to look out for him, I will let you know when he has arrived."" she said, sweeping elegantly out of the room. Desirhae was in a secluded part of the garden with her dragon, letting Ghirach run after a rabbit to kill although he stayed close and she followed him. She had to be wary when that woman was around, Ghirach could never leave her side. In King's Landing, Eugenia went to go rejoin her husband and family, beckoning Talia to follow her."
14491,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=100,2014-12-22T19:11:00,The cold ice,"<blockquote><div><cite>Tomia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=22884488#p22884488"">wrote</a>:</cite>After Rickon greeted Brynden there was another knock at the door. He was surprised and opened it, ""Well it seems I'm popular today."" He said with a smile. He opened the door and saw his cousin Robert. ""Robert! It's good to see you my friend."" He said to his cousin, shaking his hand and pulling him into a hug. It's been too long cousin, you should come north one day."" He said to the Lord of Riverrun.</div></blockquote><br/>""Cousin"" Robert said as they embraced. ""It has been too long indeed."" He turned to Brynden and nodded. ""Lord Blackwood. Good to see you here."" He surveyed the room, spotting the Lord of the Dreadfort. ""Lord Bolton, I presume."" He turned to Rickon, putting as much implication into his voice as he dared: ""A loyal man, I trust."""
14492,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=100,2014-12-22T19:13:00,Tomia,"Ricon was surprised, but grateful at Brynden's words. ""Well, I greatly appreciate that Lord Brynden. You've always been a loyal friend to my family."" He then saw Eugenia and Talia enter the room again and smiled. ""Hello my ladies, I was wondering where you were. I figured you couldn't spare forever."" He turned to Eugenia. ""Genia, you remember my cousin Robert don't you? As well as Lord Brynden Blackwood?"" Rickon then turned back to Robert, ""Of course, Lord Bolton has been very loyal."" He said simply, understanding his meaning."
14493,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=100,2014-12-22T19:21:00,New Granadeseret,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lassa Baratheon-Swann,The <span style=""font-style: italic"">Lady Shireen</span>, Blackwater Rush, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>The elegant<span style=""font-style: italic"">Lady Shireen</span>rowed smoothly quietly up the rush, the figurehead of her namesake; stylized and the greyscale conveniently underplayed, providing the only proof of the vessel's identity. The banners and fancy sails had been removed, only a small escort in the black and white of the family's Swann name atop the deck and dipping only 20 oars. Origionally designed as a pleasure boat by Stannis for his daughter, it had served a for a time as a patrol down near the stepstones, until the rise of the Slave King Cithean had made it far too risky to send such a lightly armed vessel that far south... though, Baratheon warships flying the Flaming Heart were usually left unmolested; weather that was out of respect for R'hllor or fear of drawing the Royal Navy's attention, none could say. In one of the deeper cabins; as far away from the oars as possible, Lady Lassa was sitting in front of her polished silver, carefully apply dabs of scents to the nap of her neck to make herself presentable, two handmaidens having pulled down her hood and brushing through her wavy, ink-black hair; until their delicate work was interrupted as the ship stopped moving, causing them rock and one of the scent swatches to tumble from her hand, sliding under her bed.<br/><br/>Lassa started to bend over, before one of her maids, place their hand gently on hers. ""Don't worry, my lady."" She spoke, a slight Dornish accent tinging her voice as she leaned over, applying a bit more of the lemon just behind her ears and to her wrists, before placing it away in a small wooden chest, pulling the bulky black cloak over her body; covering the black velvet dress she was wearing, tinged with cloth-of-gold. They were quick enough to prempt the knock on the door, as one of her men stepped inside, waving the young women away. ""Lady Lassa."" He said, trying to soften and calm his ordinarily commanding voice. ""We've arrived in King's Landing... are you ready to leave?""<br/><br/>""I suppose..."" she mumbled, not really looking up or making any effort to have her voice heard, gracefully stepping up from her chair before turning around, staying a few paces behind the guard as they came up onto the deck; a pavilion; carried by eight soldiers and with a yellow-and-white covering, positioned near the docks, ready for her and her attendants to board. The handmaidens, at the side of their lady, helped lift her up onto the platform, before climbing up themselves and into the soft chairs attached to the floor, the martial around them transparent enough to let some light in but not for anybody to see.<br/><br/>""Its very important you try your best to behave."" One of her servants reminded her the platform rattling and shifting just slightly as it was hoisted up, the trio starting to move forward. ""This is not Storm's End or Stonehelm, where everybody understands. Besides."" She giggled, trying to put a little fun into the situation. ""If you put up a good impression, maybe it will reflect positively on us. I've heard the young Lannister is just the most<span style=""font-style: italic"">adorable</span>thing.""<br/><br/>""Oh, be quiet,"" the other playfully shot back, leaning forward on her knees. ""The daughter of a mere landed knight would have to have FAR more charm than you to have any hope of bagging somebody like him. Besides, if you're really aiming high, Loras is obviously the best choice. He's a true warrior, experienced, easy to live with... and every woman from here to the wall dreams of a bedding with him. And our princess of storms here is perhaps in the best position to experience that."" Lassa's cheeks blushed noticeably at that comment, biting her lower lip.<br/><br/>""Father told me to be careful."" She answered, far too serious for either of her joking friends. ""They're all just... dangerous."" Still... she coulden't help but admit that all they available lords did all have a certain... appeal; until her fantasies were shattered with the image of her brother and their soldiers being slaughtered on the battlefield to protect her husband, causing her grip on her dress to tighten.<br/><br/>""You must calm yourself, Lassy."" The first handmaiden told her, placing a hand atop her shoulder and trying to massage it gently. ""Things never go right when you panic. Just take a deep breath, like me."" She instructed; having experience with this sort of thing before, breathing in for three second and then exhaling, over and over, until Lassa's potential hyperventilation was stopped, her body starting to loosen as the bloody nightmare left her thoughts.<br/><br/>The three continued to ideally gossip; comparing the reputations of the different men they expected to meet, what sorts of delicacies they were looking forward to at the feast, what entertainment the royal treasure would be able to afford for them; casual small talk meant to keep Lassa's mind off the strange, scary environment she was about to go into, as the soldiers outside trundged through the mud and streets of King's Landing, carrying three fully-grown women up the great staircase to the Red Keep, until the pavilion was set down with a light thud; informing them they'd arrived.<br/><br/>""Are you ready?"" They both asked their lady in unison, having planned for this occasion. Lassa nodded, her finger fidgeting slightly as she pulled her food forward as far as it would go, her handmaidens holding up the back of her cloak like a wedding train, as one of the soliders outside pulled away the pavilion, another pair flanking her as an honor guard as she walked out into the cobblestone square with short, dainty steps, trying her best to look as presentable as possible without looking up, staring down at her fine black lady's slippers. merely going where she saw the boots of her guards go.<br/><br/>---<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Steffon Baratheon-Swann, The Red Keep</span><br/><br/>Steffon had just settled into his chambered; some servants unpacking his things as they were brought up from the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Fury</span>, settled on a chair in the corner, reading an aged tome on the former Archmaester Marwyn on theoretical alchemy; though, nowadays with the return of the dragons it was becoming more and more practical alchemy, when he was interrupted by a knock at the door; the same guard from earlier returning with a message.<br/><br/>""It is the King's convience that you meet you now, m'lord."" He spoke, alongside a very shallow bow, offering him escort back down to where he was. Dutifully, returning the bookmark to its place, Steffon followed the guard back down the many flights of stares, eventually arriving in the front hall, where he saw him standing before an older lady; a face well enough known in the Kingdom that he could recognize her. He waited until a natural break in their conversation to step in, clearing his throat as a casual way to get his attention.<br/><br/>""You summoned me my liege?"" He asked, before looking to the Lady Aryan, offering her his hand. ""And lovely Lady Sansa; a pleasure to make your acquaintance."" He smiled respectfully; amazed that a lady who's gone through so much as she has could remain so strong. ""I do hope I'm not interrupting anything..."""
14494,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=100,2014-12-22T20:17:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>The cold ice <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=22885950#p22885950"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Tomia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=22884488#p22884488"">wrote</a>:</cite>After Rickon greeted Brynden there was another knock at the door. He was surprised and opened it, ""Well it seems I'm popular today."" He said with a smile. He opened the door and saw his cousin Robert. ""Robert! It's good to see you my friend."" He said to his cousin, shaking his hand and pulling him into a hug. It's been too long cousin, you should come north one day."" He said to the Lord of Riverrun.</div></blockquote><br/>""Cousin"" Robert said as they embraced. ""It has been too long indeed."" He turned to Brynden and nodded. ""Lord Blackwood. Good to see you here."" He surveyed the room, spotting the Lord of the Dreadfort. ""Lord Bolton, I presume."" He turned to Rickon, putting as much implication into his voice as he dared: ""A loyal man, I trust.""</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Brynden Blackwood</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Inside the Red Keep</span><br/><br/>""It is good to see you as well, my Lord Tully."" Brynden replied to his liege lord. ""And hello to Lord Bolton as well.""<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Tomia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=22885969#p22885969"">wrote</a>:</cite>Ricon was surprised, but grateful at Brynden's words. ""Well, I greatly appreciate that Lord Brynden. You've always been a loyal friend to my family."" He then saw Eugenia and Talia enter the room again and smiled. ""Hello my ladies, I was wondering where you were. I figured you couldn't spare forever."" He turned to Eugenia. ""Genia, you remember my cousin Robert don't you? As well as Lord Brynden Blackwood?"" Rickon then turned back to Robert, ""Of course, Lord Bolton has been very loyal."" He said simply, understanding his meaning.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""And always will be a loyal friend I hope."" Brynden extended his welcome to the ladies as well, offering out his hand for a handshake."
14495,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=100,2014-12-22T20:30:00,Nuridia,"""Of course I do, how can I forget our loyal cousin?"" Eugenia said, greeting Lord Robert and Lord Brynden. ""My lords."" Lady Stark greeted with a smile."
14496,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=100,2014-12-22T20:58:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nuridia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=22886851#p22886851"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Of course I do, how can I forget our loyal cousin?"" Eugenia said, greeting Lord Robert and Lord Brynden. ""My lords."" Lady Stark greeted with a smile.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Brynden Blackwood</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Stark's Quarters, Red Keep, KL</span><br/><br/>""My lady Stark, it is good to see you. I hope you and your children are well."" Brynden said, offering his hand out for a handshake. ""I would have taken my own children with me, but I fear if I left the little ones alone they'd end up running all over the keep."""
14497,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=100,2014-12-22T21:25:00,Tomia,"Talia bowed politely to the Lord's and Rickon smiled at his wife's greeting. Even though she was a fierce warrior, she was also kind, gentle, and politically astute. He chuckled at Brynden's comment, ""Well, children can certainly be like that. Ours can be a handful at sometimes, but it's most certainly worth it."""
14498,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=100,2014-12-22T21:45:00,The Imperial Republica,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Granadeseret <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=22880177#p22880177"">wrote</a>:</cite><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""The Imperial Republica""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>The Imperial Republica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=22876152#p22876152"">wrote</a>:</cite>After observing the scuffle outside between the Krakens and the wolves, Maxwell decided it would be a good idea to finally meet the young Steffon. The Grey Fist had purposefully stayed his tongue and temper to observe how the young stag interacted with the other lords. ""Every bit a Baratheon that one"" he muttered jokingly to himself underneath his breath. Many of his fellow Stormlords regarded the boy as a joke and a disgrace to his family name. True, he wasn't the fighter Robert was, or the commander Stannis was, but the boy had handled himself well enough with the other lords, that much was clear. Perhaps he would be the beloved ruler Renly was in the brief time he was king. He figured now would be as good a time as any to meet Steffon and find out. <br/>""Steffon! How goes it milord?"" He greeted Steffon with a hearty slap on the back, which startled both the boy and sent his guards scrambling to draw their swords. Maxwell simply ignored them while he addressed the young stag. ""I'm pleased to meet you milord. I have the pleasure of being Lord Maxwell Tyrosus,"" he said with a rather dramatic bow. ""At your service.""<br/>)</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/>(OOC: Well, Steffon has already left, but this conversation can be considered retroactive in the period between him arriving, and the other Lords-Paramounts conversing) <br/><br/><br/>His eyes focused on his fellow Lords-Paramount, Steffon was completely unprepared for the forceful strike on his back, reflexively shuddering slightly in fear, his own hand fumbling for his blade as her heard the sound of swords already pulling from their sheathed; only to look back and sea the Tyrosus colors on somebody who looked vaguely familiar... <br/><br/>""Ah... Lord Maxwell, of course."" He answered, his voice taking a moment to calm, as he glanced over the broad man's shoulders, seeing another in a similar outfit behind him. ""And your son Derryk, I presume. He's grown quite a bit since I last saw him. And of course, you're looking as sturdy as ever."" He spoke honestly, the initial shock fading into a look of noble composure. ""I trust you are hear to wish our King a happy marriage as well?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Maxwell's smile flickered for a moment before he regained his composure. ""Of course!"" he lied. ""I wish for nothing but the best for our king and his little...<span style=""font-style: italic"">rose</span>."" That last word was said as more of a curse than anything else. ""But I have more important issues to discuss with you my lord. Can we go somewhere more...private? Too many ears about here."" Steffon looked around and then nodded as Maxwell slipped his arm around the young lord's shoulders. ""My lord, I must make one thing perfectly clear. You cannot trust<span style=""font-style: italic"">anyone</span>while you are here. These people may seem your friends, but none of them are. There is bad blood between all the lords present at this mummer's farce of a wedding. The squids and the wolves hold each other in much contempt, so perhaps we can pick one to hold as an ally and do what we can to hinder the other. The Tyrells however...there lies the problem. It is well known that the Stormlords consider you a joke my lord. That much was made clear when half of them chose to fight for the Tyrells during the storming of King's Landing. The fact that you couldn't control your own bannermen will surely be taken as a sign of weakness if not wavering loyalty. Perhaps our little<span style=""font-style: italic"">queen of thorns</span>will even convince Aerion of that .The Tyrells might take the opportunity that is provided here during the tourney to...<span style=""font-style: italic"">dispose</span>of you and install a new heir to Storm's End. One who will surely be more loyal to their cause. I shall do my best to have my son Derryk win the melee so as to join the kingsguard so we have a pair of ears in the Red Keep to inform us of the king's plans, but until then I must insist you lay low. I must go now, lest this meeting look suspicious to any watchers. If you have any questions meet me in the Godswood tomorrow morning."" With that, The Grey Fist left, leaving behind a very shaken up young Steffon.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">later that night in the Red Keep</span><br/>The Bull Lord sat on his bed in silence staring at the wall while he thought. Stark or Greyjoy? Wolf or squid? Which would serve as a better ally for the trying times ahead. The Starks shared his dislike of the Tyrells, that much was certain, but the iron fleet would surely be an asset for when either Aemon or Viserys came back to claim the iron throne. In the end, Maxwell decided to send Derryk to talk to the Greyjoys, and Ser Hugo to talk with the Starks to see if they were of the same mind, at least on the matter of the Tyrells and their puppet king. In the meantime, he would have to keep a close eye on Steffon. That boy was at the end of the Baratheon male line right now, and he needed to be kept safe, lest the Stormlands fall under the rule of a rose pretender. Maxwell looked out the window and saw that the dark was beginning to waver, and that the sun would surely rise soon. He slipped his black glove over his infected hand, and made his way to the Godswood."
14499,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=100,2014-12-22T22:42:00,Aurinsula,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Arana""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Arana <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=22885067#p22885067"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Red Keep, King's Landing, Crownlands<br/>Aerion I Targaryen, King of the Andals, the Rhoynar, and the First Men, Lord of the Seven Kingdoms</span><br/><br/>Aerion continued praying silently as Lord Tyrell knelt beside him, holding the man's hand lightly as he did so. Aerax, seemingly capable of sensing his master's sadness, tugged lightly on the young king's braid, as if trying to cheer him up. The little dragon's efforts were in vain, however, and Aerion continued praying as Loras spoke, his eyes shut tight to keep any tears from coming out. <span style=""font-style: italic"">You're acting like a child. King's don't cry, children do.</span> As Loras rose to leave, he rose as well, and turned to face his aunt.<br/><br/>""Aunt Sansa, Lord Jeor, it's been too long.""<br/><br/>Reluctantly, he went to give the woman a hug, not sure if he was hugging just his aunt, or the person behind the deaths of his parents as well.<br/><br/>""Forgive me for not greeting you earlier. Lord Tyrell and I were just talking about... never mind. It's not important.""<br/><br/>Unable to help himself, Aerion turned to look back at the portrait. All of a sudden, it seemed wrong for it to be in the same room as Lady Arryn. He wondered though, could it be true? His aunt always seemed fond of him... could such a seemingly nice woman have destroyed his family? He was distracted when a guard entered, bearing a message from Lord Baratheon-Swann. Nodding to the guard, Aerion sent him off to find the young lord and bring him to the king.<br/><br/>""Will you be competing in the tourney, Lord Jeor?""</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/>Sansa came forward and embraced the young man. ""My strong boy,"" she said soothingly as she pressed him against her bosom. ""You're so tall now, just like your father. He and your mother both would be so proud to see you today. Oh, I miss them both every day. I can see their features in your face."" She kissed him on the forehead, and let him go. Her love was genuine, even if her demonstration might have been a bit artificial.<br/><br/>""And my brother is here, too. I can't wait to see him; we haven't spoken in years."" She seemed happy. She was happy. It was very lonely in the Vale.<br/><br/>As for Jeor himself, he gave the young man a smile and extended his hand. ""Cousin, it's good to see you. Please, let's not stand on formalities among family."" He gave a firm handshake, if given the chance, before answering the King's question.<br/><br/>""No, y'grace, I'm afraid tourneys are not for me. I've never been much of a fighter, and nobody wants to see the likes of me fall from my horse again and again. But I've brought a whole party of knights with me from the Vale. We had a tourney of our own, a few months back, to see who would represent the Vale in this one. The very best knights of the East are here to fight before you. Indeed, one such - Lyance Corbrary - fancies that he's got a shot for the Kingsguard. I'd encourage you to watch him closely; he's a proper maestro.""<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""New Granadeseret""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>New Granadeseret <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=22886057#p22886057"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Steffon Baratheon-Swann, The Red Keep</span><br/><br/>Steffon had just settled into his chambered; some servants unpacking his things as they were brought up from the <span style=""font-style: italic"">Fury</span>, settled on a chair in the corner, reading an aged tome on the former Archmaester Marwyn on theoretical alchemy; though, nowadays with the return of the dragons it was becoming more and more practical alchemy, when he was interrupted by a knock at the door; the same guard from earlier returning with a message. <br/><br/>""It is the King's convience that you meet you now, m'lord."" He spoke, alongside a very shallow bow, offering him escort back down to where he was. Dutifully, returning the bookmark to its place, Steffon followed the guard back down the many flights of stares, eventually arriving in the front hall, where he saw him standing before an older lady; a face well enough known in the Kingdom that he could recognize her. He waited until a natural break in their conversation to step in, clearing his throat as a casual way to get his attention.<br/><br/>""You summoned me my liege?"" He asked, before looking to the Lady Aryan, offering her his hand. ""And lovely Lady Sansa; a pleasure to make your acquaintance."" He smiled respectfully; amazed that a lady who's gone through so much as she has could remain so strong. ""I do hope I'm not interrupting anything...""</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/>Sansa allowed him to kiss her hand. The two, as far as she could remember, had never met, but the Baratheons had always been kind to them and she had no cause to pick an argument.<br/><br/>""Lord Steffon,"" she said. ""You honor me with your good graces. Please have no worries; we were just making greetings. May I present my son, Lord Jeor Arryn?"" Lord Jeor gave a bow.<br/><br/>""But of course,"" she said, ""you are here to see the King."" She nodded to the King, and said, ""we are both at your service, if you wish to speak to us later instead.""<br/><br/>If bid to remain, they remain; if bid to depart, they depart with a bow and a curtsey, and retire to Sansa's manor in King's Landing. Among her many other interests, Lady Arryn was quite the propitious land-lady."
14500,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=100,2014-12-22T23:02:00,New Granadeseret,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Steffon Baratheon-Swann; a few hours past</span><br/><br/>""Of course..."" He answered to Maxwell's request for a private moment; though in the din he doubted anybody would be able to hear mere whispers anyway. His brow furrowed worriedly as he listened... the truth of all those statements uncomfortable as they were unavoidable. He thought back to all the stories he'd heard of his grandfather and great uncle; proud, just warriors who'd claimed their crowns in fire and blood, true to the name of the Storm Kings and their Baratheon conquerors: legends he couldn't hold a candle to. He quivered, suddenly feeling extremely vulnerable... his breath quacking as his survival training kicked in, scanning down the man standing next to him; though not for long. Say what you wanted about the other Storm Lords; Thunderhoof Hall was a loyal vassal through and through, and they had little to gain from his removal. Though he didn't get a chance to respond before Maxwell left, he took those words to heart, carrying them with him as, hearing his named called, he steeled himself and tried to present a confident front to the fellow Lords-Paramount.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Steffon Baratheon-Swann; Present Time</span><br/><br/>Steffon took her hand, only planting a light, momentary kiss; believing this was the proper way to greet a lady of her standing but suddenly worried at the way her arm felt so... stiff when he held it. ""Of course you may."" He turned to Jeor, matching him bow for bow, as equals ought to. ""I've already met with many of the high lords... barring the Martells. I do hope to continue the peaceful and warm relations between our houses.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lassa Baratheon-Swann; Present Time</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Keep your head down... don't make a scene... everything will be alright</span>Lassa repeated over and over again in her head as she tried to keep her pace reasonable; not freezing in place or sprinting in worry through the assembly crowd. She could see the bottom of some of their uniforms; so many colors, so many people surrounding her; only the touch of her escorts on her arm helping keep her focused, approaching the great doors of The Red Keep. As the sole young lady of a major house present, she knew she'd be catching the eyes of at least a few others, though she dared not look up to see who. Eventually she reached the open doors, stepping gracefully into the entrance hall, the sound of the palace guards' armor clinking as they moved out of her way showing she was present, Steffon's eyes quickly darting over at the sight of the dress; his diplomatic, emotionless-as-possible face curling up into a smile.<br/><br/>""Ah, there you are."" She heard a familiar voice sound, picking herself up just slightly to spot the mixture of red, black, and gold pooling around one set of ankles; that could only belong to one person. Though still remaining ladylike, Lassa picked up her pace, stopping at her brothers side; feeling slightly safer as I placed a hand around her shoulder, protectively. ""And this, my liege, Lady Arryn is the lovely lady of my own fortress; my sister Lassa."" He glanced down, seeing she was refusing to look up, even so close to him. ""You'll have to excuse her... she's a tad shy."" He kept his face on hers, one hand turning her head as the other lifted her hood a few inches. ""It's alright, Lassa... this is Aerion, the King. He's sworn to keep us all safe."" The soothing tone of the voice was enough to get to her somewhat, as she curtsied as best she could, glad she could keep her head bowed as part of the ritual.<br/><br/>""Your grace,"" she spoke softly, a mixture of fear and awe. ""Elvina is a lucky lady... to marry someone so noble as you."" She felt the light pressure of Steffon's hand on her shoulder, guiding her to turn to Sansa, curtsing again, though not quite as deeply. ""And to you, Lady Sansa... it must be a happy day to see your nephew finally wed."""
14501,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=100,2014-12-22T23:06:00,Nuridia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Tomia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=22887475#p22887475"">wrote</a>:</cite>Talia bowed politely to the Lord's and Rickon smiled at his wife's greeting. Even though she was a fierce warrior, she was also kind, gentle, and politically astute. He chuckled at Brynden's comment, ""Well, children can certainly be like that. Ours can be a handful at sometimes, but it's most certainly worth it.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Well Rickon, hopefully our house won't crash down about our heads this time."" ""It seems that another War of the Five Kings shall rage and then who will be caught in the middle?"" ""The Game of Thrones has taken too many lives and kings can't keep their heads under their crowns."" ""Is this iron chair really all worth it?"" ""People gambling everything for a throne of swords, ridiculous."" Eugenia lamented to her husband."
14502,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=100,2014-12-22T23:46:00,Arana,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Red Keep, King's Landing, Crownlands<br/>Aerion I Targaryen, King of the Andals, the Rhoynar, and the First Men, Lord of the Seven Kingdoms</span><br/><br/>Aerion felt comforted by his aunt's tone and embrace, almost to the point of no longer being sad. His aunt had been there for him his whole life; indeed, he was more familiar with Lady Arryn's embrace than with that of his own mother.<span style=""font-style: italic"">You heard Lord Tyrell. Her heart is evil and cold. Don't fall for her tricks.</span>And yet he found himself wanting nothing more then to do just that, to just stay in his aunts arms and be a child for a day. Hearing her talk about his parents made the tears start to return, but he pushed them aside for the moment.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Be strong. A king is strong.</span><br/><br/>""Thank you, Aunt Sansa. Please, enjoy yourself. A guard will escort you to your rooms when you're ready.""<br/><br/>Turning to Lord and Lady Baratheon-Swann, the young king smiled.<br/><br/>""Of course not. And it is a pleasure to meet you Lady Baratheon-Swann. Please, don't be shy, and thank you. Lord Steffon, if you don't mind, I had some questions about your grandfather and his faith. The stories of his day alway interested me."""
14503,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=100,2014-12-22T23:59:00,Tomia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nuridia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=22888332#p22888332"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Tomia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=22887475#p22887475"">wrote</a>:</cite>Talia bowed politely to the Lord's and Rickon smiled at his wife's greeting. Even though she was a fierce warrior, she was also kind, gentle, and politically astute. He chuckled at Brynden's comment, ""Well, children can certainly be like that. Ours can be a handful at sometimes, but it's most certainly worth it.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Well Rickon, hopefully our house won't crash down about our heads this time."" ""It seems that another War of the Five Kings shall rage and then who will be caught in the middle?"" ""The Game of Thrones has taken too many lives and kings can't keep their heads under their crowns."" ""Is this iron chair really all worth it?"" ""People gambling everything for a throne of swords, ridiculous."" Eugenia lamented to her husband.</div></blockquote><br/>Rickon frowned at his wife's sober tone. ""You're right my dear, these seem to be dangerous time, but family is most important. If danger comes we will face it together, as Starks like we always have. I've never cared much for the Iron Throne, it isn't worth it if you ask me."" The lord admitted."
14504,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=100,2014-12-23T01:35:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Tomia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=22888784#p22888784"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Nuridia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=22888332#p22888332"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Well Rickon, hopefully our house won't crash down about our heads this time."" ""It seems that another War of the Five Kings shall rage and then who will be caught in the middle?"" ""The Game of Thrones has taken too many lives and kings can't keep their heads under their crowns."" ""Is this iron chair really all worth it?"" ""People gambling everything for a throne of swords, ridiculous."" Eugenia lamented to her husband.</div></blockquote><br/>Rickon frowned at his wife's sober tone. ""You're right my dear, these seem to be dangerous time, but family is most important. If danger comes we will face it together, as Starks like we always have. I've never cared much for the Iron Throne, it isn't worth it if you ask me."" The lord admitted.</div></blockquote><br/>""Aye, and if danger comes you will have my support, I promise you that. I've never really understood why people would want to sit on that chair. It looks all to easy to fall and break your neck, or cut yourself on it."""
14505,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=100,2014-12-23T01:55:00,The Imperial Republica,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ser Hugo</span><br/><br/>As Ser Hugo searched the Red Keep for Lord Stark, he wondered if he was really the best choice for negotiating with the wolves. The man was more warrior than politician, and he hadn't even been a decent warrior since his leg was crippled during the war of 5 kings. In truth, he was nothing more than a glorified body guard now, serving as The Grey Fist's commander of the watch and as his military advisor. Even so, he loved his job and enjoyed working under Lord Maxwell, but he could not help but question if the man was still in his right mind. Truth be told, Hugo suspected that the man's mental state had escalated to an unhealthy level of paranoia ever since the Tyrell's took over. They seemed like nice enough people to the commander, but it didn't matter what he thought. Only what his Lord thought. As he shook these uncomfortable doubts from his head, he heard voices coming from down the hall. As he rounded the corner he heard Lord Stark talking with...well he couldn't make out exactly who, but he thought he heard at least 3 or 4 different voices.<br/>""Better see what they are talking about..."" Ser Hugo muttered to himself. He didn't enjoy all this sneaking around, but his liege lord had commanded him to keep tabs on the Northerners, and that's what he intended to do. As slowly and quietly as he could, he moved to the door and pressed his ear against it hoping to hear what they were discussing."
14506,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=100,2014-12-23T03:07:00,Yngen,"Karsten nodded to the Lords Blackwood and Tully, returning their greetings.<br/>""It is good to see you here, my Lords. I know that the Dreadfort is farthest removed from the foul intrigues of the South, but worry not - the safety and surety of Riverrun and all the borderlands is a matter that concerns all the North.""<br/>He slapped his sword belt.<br/>""For all that, we must be ready. I do not believe the Tyrells and Lannisters will sit idly by and let the family of the former King grow in power."""
14507,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=100,2014-12-23T03:16:00,Diliath,"<blockquote><div><cite>Of the Quendi <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=22879828#p22879828"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">A</span></span>s she took her seat Missandei discarded thoughts of Viserys. Aemon and the army would deal with him. Fourteen legions had now been raised throughout the empire, one short of the goal. A formidable host, assisted by the Immortal Guard, the Companion cavalry, the Cavalry divisions, the Order of the Dragon, the Order of the Harpy and the auxiliary host Missandei was not worried. Viserys would soon be put in his proper place. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""Open the gates.""</span> The Grand Vizier shouted, prompting Immortal guardsmen to immediately swing open the gilded double doors allowing the Imperials, the Mantarine ambassador and the Qartheen magnate to enter, followed by the rest of the grand and opulent Ghiscari court.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Mordonin Jaerator</span><br/><br/>When the Mantarine ambassador had spoken walked Mordonin forward and he bowed before the Grand Vizier. ""My lady, I have come from far to speak to you. And my message is for you alone. So I speak only when I am sure nothing we say leaves the room."""
14508,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=100,2014-12-23T03:56:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Yngen <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=22889607#p22889607"">wrote</a>:</cite>Karsten nodded to the Lords Blackwood and Tully, returning their greetings.<br/>""It is good to see you here, my Lords. I know that the Dreadfort is farthest removed from the foul intrigues of the South, but worry not - the safety and surety of Riverrun and all the borderlands is a matter that concerns all the North.""<br/>He slapped his sword belt.<br/>""For all that, we must be ready. I do not believe the Tyrells and Lannisters will sit idly by and let the family of the former King grow in power.""</div></blockquote><br/>Brynden nodded at Karsten. He'd take any chance he had to spill the blood of Lannister's and Tyrell's. ""Aye Lord Bolton. I think we should end the discussion here though, you might never know who is listening. I've heard of Master of Whisperers the Lannister's had. Some eunuch named Varyo or Varmes or something. From what I heard, the man knew every plot and whisper. I'd suggest we continue this another day."" Brynden said. He was suspicious of the Tyrell's and wouldn't be surprised if he found spy's if he ripped down the walls."
14509,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=100,2014-12-23T04:21:00,The cold ice,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Robert Tully<br/>Inside the Red Keep</span><br/>When the Stark women arrived Robert greeted them as proper, and he was content to listen when Blackwood and Bolton rant for a bit. Then he spoke. ""In Kings Landing the walls have ears, someone told me once. But it pleases me to see the North is yours, cousin. I doubt you have any problems such as mine with house Piper."" He paused a bit, before moving on to less conspiratory matters. ""Have you met your sister yet?"""
14510,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=100,2014-12-23T09:17:00,New Granadeseret,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Arana""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Arana <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=22888701#p22888701"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Red Keep, King's Landing, Crownlands<br/>Aerion I Targaryen, King of the Andals, the Rhoynar, and the First Men, Lord of the Seven Kingdoms</span><br/><br/>Aerion felt comforted by his aunt's tone and embrace, almost to the point of no longer being sad. His aunt had been there for him his whole life; indeed, he was more familiar with Lady Arryn's embrace than with that of his own mother. <span style=""font-style: italic"">You heard Lord Tyrell. Her heart is evil and cold. Don't fall for her tricks.</span> And yet he found himself wanting nothing more then to do just that, to just stay in his aunts arms and be a child for a day. Hearing her talk about his parents made the tears start to return, but he pushed them aside for the moment. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Be strong. A king is strong.</span><br/><br/>""Thank you, Aunt Sansa. Please, enjoy yourself. A guard will escort you to your rooms when you're ready.""<br/><br/>Turning to Lord and Lady Baratheon-Swann, the young king smiled.<br/><br/>""Of course not. And it is a pleasure to meet you Lady Baratheon-Swann. Please, don't be shy, and thank you. Lord Steffon, if you don't mind, I had some questions about your grandfather and his faith. The stories of his day alway interested me.""</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Baratheon-Swanns</span><br/><br/>""Your every welcome, you grace."" Lassa answered, Aerion not sounding too harsh; but she dared not look up, even tilting her body away slightly as their exchange finished. Steffon still at her side and wanting to pre-empt a repeat of all the stories he'd heard of her previous... outburst, quickly intervened. ""It's nothing against you, my King."" He quickly explained. ""She is this way with anybody new... she's truly taken the message of purity to heart."" Though that wasen't completely accurate... it sounded far better, and would hopefully prevent any undue prying.<br/><br/>Thankfully, before any akward tension could built, Aerion spoke up, a more scholarly discussion sounding wonderful at the moment. ""Of course. I can answer any questions you possible have. I have learned much from Lady Melisandre... as much my confident as she was his."""
14511,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=100,2014-12-23T09:41:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Loron Greyjoy</span><br/><br/>Loron found lord Tyrosus in the godswood of King's Landing. The lord had sent his son, Derryk to meet with Loron and discuss the possibility of mutual friendship or something along those lines but instead Loron had demanded to meet with lord Tyrosus in the flesh. It was lucky that the guards had seen where the lord was heading or their search may have taken a lot longer.<br/><br/>""Lord Tyrosus."" Loron said as way of greeting, feeling slightly uneasy in the godswood. His father had taught him what kind of people Starks were, and what kind of gods they worshiped, Loron wasn't a particularly pious man but now he was longing to be near the sea. ""If you wish to speak with me, come yourself; don't send your son to do your work for you. Now, what did you wish to speak to me about?"""
14512,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=100,2014-12-23T10:31:00,Nuridia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Toronina <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=22889281#p22889281"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Tomia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=22888784#p22888784"">wrote</a>:</cite>Rickon frowned at his wife's sober tone. ""You're right my dear, these seem to be dangerous time, but family is most important. If danger comes we will face it together, as Starks like we always have. I've never cared much for the Iron Throne, it isn't worth it if you ask me."" The lord admitted.</div></blockquote><br/>""Aye, and if danger comes you will have my support, I promise you that. I've never really understood why people would want to sit on that chair. It looks all to easy to fall and break your neck, or cut yourself on it.""</div></blockquote><br/>Lady Stark couldn't help but laugh at her cousin in law's words. ""Very true."" ""A few kings were actually killed by that accursed chair, I mean there are already enough dangers to ruling without the sword-covered thing."" ""Rickon, one question?"" ""Why won't you allow me to knight our daughter, I mean she obviously has the skill and is completing all the necessary steps to earn her shield in our school."" ""She wants to be a Dame very much, it means a lot to her."" Eugenia told her husband knowing Talia was in the room."
14513,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=100,2014-12-23T10:43:00,Tomia,"Rickon was surprised when Eugenia brought up Talia's knighthood in front of the others. Talia however was glowing with happiness, not only at her mother's compliments but that she was standing up for her dream. Rickon ignored Eugenia for a moment and turned to the others in the room. ""Well, I suppose we should all settle in. We'll need to prepare for the tourney after all. I'm glad we could speak though my friends, and I know we'll see each other again soon."" He told the lords. Once everyone but Talia and Eugenia had left Rickon turned to Eugenia, ""Eugenia, you shouldn't bring up private matters in public like that. That's our business not theirs."" He told her seriously, then softened a little. ""You know I have no problem with your school, I think it's an incredible success and has supplied us with a number of competent soldiers, but we have to consider what the others would think. Most lords in the kingdom would not want to marry Talia if she was a dame. I'm not saying it's right, but that the way it is."""
14514,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=100,2014-12-23T11:09:00,The cold ice,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Robert Tully<br/>Inside the Red Keep</span><br/>As the three lords left the Stark chambers, they nearly tripped over Ser Hugo. Quickly shutting the door behind him, he turned to the knight. ""What is the meaning of this?"" he demanded of the man."
14515,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=100,2014-12-23T13:44:00,The Imperial Republica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Woodstovia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=22891971#p22891971"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Loron Greyjoy</span><br/><br/>Loron found lord Tyrosus in the godswood of King's Landing. The lord had sent his son, Derryk to meet with Loron and discuss the possibility of mutual friendship or something along those lines but instead Loron had demanded to meet with lord Tyrosus in the flesh. It was lucky that the guards had seen where the lord was heading or their search may have taken a lot longer.<br/><br/>""Lord Tyrosus."" Loron said as way of greeting, feeling slightly uneasy in the godswood. His father had taught him what kind of people Starks were, and what kind of gods they worshiped, Loron wasn't a particularly pious man but now he was longing to be near the sea. ""If you wish to speak with me, come yourself; don't send your son to do your work for you. Now, what did you wish to speak to me about?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Maxwell was startled to hear Loron Greyjoy's voice in the Godswood. In truth, he hadn't expected anyone but Steffon to show up here as no one else but the Northmen kept to the Old Gods anymore, and they were off in the Red Keep reminiscing. Apparently the Godswood wasn't as...<span style=""font-style: italic"">empty</span>as he would've liked it. He would have to remember that. Maxwell looked the young Greyjoy up and down, analyzing him. Not many people would speak to a lord as bluntly as he did, even if they were a lord themselves. The Grey Fist liked a person who had the balls to do it though. He laughed a hearty laugh and got up onto his feet. ""My apologies lad, I'll remember that next time. Now then, I'd like to get straight to the point. The Targaryens need you my boy. The<span style=""font-style: italic"">REAL</span>Targaryens, not this...puppet king. More specifically, they need the iron fleet to match the Arbor's strength at sea. The other Wardens have fleets of their own, aye, but they cannot match the strength at sea that the Ironbron and Reachmen possess. Now, you're probably wondering what's in it for you? Think about it boy! About all the loot and glory you could win when you ravage the coasts of the reach and every other hold that sides with them! Perhaps a very grateful Aemon would even grant you the lands that you won for him? Now do you have anything to say lad?""<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>The cold ice <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=22892693#p22892693"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Robert Tully<br/>Inside the Red Keep</span><br/>As the three lords left the Stark chambers, they nearly tripped over Ser Hugo. Quickly shutting the door behind him, he turned to the knight. ""What is the meaning of this?"" he demanded of the man.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Seven Hells</span>Hugo thought.<span style=""font-style: italic"">You've really stepped in it now. Quickly think, you can't let Lord Tyrosus down.</span>""My apologies my lords. Lord Maxwell sent me to treat with the Northern Lords and I was-""<br/><br/>""You were eavesdropping on us?! I don't know if that's how you Southerners do things, but in the North, we do things decently. If you truly meant us no ill will, you would have simply asked us for our thoughts! Not hidden behind a locked door like some...<span style=""font-style: italic"">spider</span>!""<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Spider</span>Ser Hugo thought, that's it! ""My apologies my lords, but you misjudge my intentions. I was not eavesdropping, not at all. I heard your voices from down the hall, and I thought it best to wait for you outside your door. When I arrived however, I saw a hooded man in a black cloak, emblazoned with a rose, standing outside your door with his ear pressed against it. The man ran off as soon as he saw me, and I thought it best to stand guard out here until you were finished talking."" Ser Hugo hoped that they would find this story convincing. The Tyrells were as treacherous as the Starks were trusting, so this story was not entirely unbelievable. All that remained was to see if they would believe the knight."
14516,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=125,2014-12-23T15:00:00,Arana,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Red Keep, King's Landing, Crownlands<br/>Aerion I Targaryen, King of the Andals, the Rhoynar, and the First Men, Lord of the Seven Kingdoms</span><br/><br/>Aerion smiled slightly at Lady Baratheon-Swann, not used to people being shy around him.<br/><br/>""I never suspected it was. To be honest, I'm not accustomed to nobles being shy around me... many are very outspoken.""<br/><br/>Chuckling, he turned to Lord Steffon, a look of curiosity on his face.<br/><br/>""Ah, yes... I've hear much about Lady Melisandre. Supposedly she and my father knew each other, and at one point prior to becoming king, she warned him of an assassination attempt. What is she like, may I ask? I've heard some... interesting stories...""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Haunted Forest, Beyond the Wall<br/>Raven Snow</span><br/><br/>Raven perched on the branch of a tree, scanning the ground below for prey. Lately, there had been less in the area, as if they knew he was there. Unable to see anything from where he was, he sat down on the thickest branch he could find, shutting his eyes calmly. When he opened them again, he was high in the sky, looking down at this own body below. He always loved being a crow, flying above the surface of the earth. It felt so free, like there was nothing that could stop him. If it wasn't for the task at hand, he could just fly around forever. Instead, he focused his gaze around the forest, eventually spotting a deer not far away. Quickly returning to his own body, Raven jumped from tree to tree, until the deer was inside. One shot from the bow, and it was wounded, but ran anyways. Knowing he couldn't catch up himself, he switched bodies again, this time to that of a wolf. Much faster now, he chased the wounded deer through the woods, eventually lunging at it's neck and tearing it's throat out. After that, it was only a matter of returning to his body and finding it, and then it was dinner time."
14517,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=125,2014-12-23T15:01:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Loron Greyjoy</span><br/><br/>Loron thought about what the man was saying. The offer was tempting to be sure... But the Tyrells were far stronger than some minor lord, and he wasn't really sure how strong these ""real"" Targaryens were.<br/><br/>""Does the Baratheon know you're plotting behind his back? If not I'd be mad to throw in my lot with some minor lord and his ""real"" Targaryens. I could walk up to lord Tyrell right now and tell him what you told me and have you dead in an instant. Besides I've heard that he was thinking of making the Iron Islands independent again, something about how they're too much trouble to rule. I'm sure lord Tyrell would be most thankful if I delivered him this information about traitors and he might give me a reward... Much better than a few coins and some land which will only cause my endless trouble as they try to constantly rebel."" Loron said. The part about independence was a lie but he wanted to see how much he could get out of the lord."
14518,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=125,2014-12-23T15:06:00,The cold ice,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Imperial Republica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=22894133#p22894133"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-style: italic"">Spider</span> Ser Hugo thought, that's it! ""My apologies my lords, but you misjudge my intentions. I was not eavesdropping, not at all. I heard your voices from down the hall, and I thought it best to wait for you outside your door. When I arrived however, I saw a hooded man in a black cloak, emblazoned with a rose, standing outside your door with his ear pressed against it. The man ran off as soon as he saw me, and I thought it best to stand guard out here until you were finished talking."" Ser Hugo hoped that they would find this story convincing. The Tyrells were as treacherous as the Starks were trusting, so this story was not entirely unbelievable. All that remained was to see if they would believe the knight.</div></blockquote><br/>""Calm yourselves, my lords,"" Robert said to his companions. ""A man with a rose, eavesdropping? Tell me, ser, why would a spy wear his masters sigil?"" Robert raised an eyebrow.<span style=""font-style: italic"">It seems this Lord Maxwell is no friend of Tyrells, at least,</span>he thought to himself."
14519,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=125,2014-12-23T15:25:00,Yngen,"Karsten stepped outside into the corridor, hiding his irritation at the talk of knighthoods. He took in Ser Hugo with a slow, appraising look, his flinty eyes travelling lazily up as he rested a hand on his sword belt.<br/>""How very gracious of you, Ser Hugo, to protect us from such treachery. So remind me, to whom do you owe allegiance?"""
14520,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=125,2014-12-23T15:36:00,New Granadeseret,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Baratheon-Swanns</span><br/><br/>""I never imagined otherwise."" Steffon continued to hold his sister tightly, to stop her nerves from getting the better of her in the crowd and embarrassing herself. ""It's your duty to dispense justice, sir... and in lands as vast as ours there is certainly no shortage of that. Particularly with your trusted Hand retiring... Lord Redwyne, yes? The Guildmaster always spoke kindly of him."" Lassa kept her tounge between her teeth, biting down gently, trying to be as little seen or heard as possible.<br/><br/>""Priestess Melisandre... she told me a good deal about King Jon."" The mention of that named caused him to sound.. troubled, brow furrowing up, momentarily distracted before remembering the question. ""But she certainly is an extraordinary person. There isen't a person I trust more than her."" As he spoke, he suddenly became more animated. ""She a gentle lady... wiser than any Maester I've ever met or read of. Fair too... though she says she is married to R'hllor. She served in my Grandfathers court as his chief advisor throughout the war; providing him with divine comfort and knowledge to help him remove the Lannister pretenders. It was she who predicted the return of dragons as well... but I'm rambling."" He stopped, passing for Aerion to interject. ""I could go on for hours. I'm sure you were interested in something more specific.""<br/><br/>---<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">'Old Oakenside' Oran, Oransclan Campsite, the Far North</span><br/><br/>""Pack up boys!"" Oran bellowed out, his powerful cry scattering the birds from the nearby trees. ""We're heading out.""<br/><br/>Oran stood at the open end of his people's camp; a collection of seal and deer hides slung over wooden frames, family campfires scattered all over the place. Normally, this lot was load and unruly; to point he was barely able to sleep sometimes, but everybody knew the gruff tone of his commands, and there was only minor grumbling as men started to pack up their shelters, children carrying smoldering logs to help set up at the next camp. As the First Spear walked around the perimeter; patrolling to make sure nobody else had heard his order and were planning on taking advantage of the distraction, when one of his other warriors walked up to him, eyebrow raised.<br/><br/>""No offense, Oran; but these grounds weren't set to be hunted down for another two days."" He commented with deep concern. ""We've even been coming back light our entire stay... you don't suppose somebody's been scavenging our lands, do you?""<br/><br/>Oran huffed at the mere thought of it, giving his companion a hearty slap on the back. ""Come now, we left our marks."" He spoke, a mild threatening tone creeping in. ""Any clan east of the Frostfangs knows what they mean. If somebody was pouching our game... he'd be a dead man.""<br/><br/>And he meant it, drawing is ancient blade to show a point; one of the few real iron weapons the Wildlings had left after the black vultures disarmed them 30 years ago, only to cut down the slow where they stood. Since then, he'd never let anybody take anything of his folk... not their goods, not their homes, and especially not their food. ""I'll hunt down the bastard myself if I have to."" He reiterated, waving to another of his trusted companions. ""You men keep things orderly around here... I'm going to see if our little scavenger is still around."" With that, he pushed into the treeline; keeping a look out for any footprints, disturbances in the foaliage; anything a small number of men would leave behind.<br/>---<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lady Melisandre, Storm's End, Stormlands</span><br/><br/>The Red Lady sat before her brazier... worrying. Though it remained earlier afternoon outside, she had retreated into one of the castle's deep, windowless rooms; nessicery if she was to try to read the visions R'hllor would provide. She knew it was nessicery to send the Lord and Lady away: there destinies could not be fulfilled trapped in these prison walls, but she was still human, and could not say she'd entirely let go from children she'd watched over from birth. With a mix of wood and coals, she set the great container ablaze, the flames licking up into her face, turning up her neck to bask in their glow. Following this brief moment of awe, however, her eyes locked on the fire's heart, where it burned the closest to a pure, divine white, her heart heaving as she silently sent prayers to her god.<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Great R'hllor, Prince of all that is pure and righteous. The future to us mortals is the deepest of all nights, which only your all-seeing eyes can pierce. Your favored child, heir of the Son of Fire; blessed be his memory, braves it as all men do, groping in the dark to find the path you've laid out for him. Please, Father of all Light, show your humble servant a glimpse of his destiny, so I might guide him to you. Drive away the nameless terrors of the unknown and bring them into your power. </span><br/><br/>She watched the shifting cinder and soot, the flickering of the flames, their shadow along the far wall as she hoped her call would be answered. It was torment, every moment she could not hear what R'hllor was saying, until... the coals at the bottomed popped, casting up sparks as they fell into shape; wood ashed mixed into the coal, forming the shape of a wolves' head; eyes black, soulless coals who refused to burn.<span style=""font-style: italic"">The wolf of Winterfell</span>she whispered, reverently, the cold, dead coals uneasing her. Her thoughts strayed to Steffon... in King's Landing, with the young lord of that castle.<span style=""font-style: italic"">The starks... the brother of that...</span>she thought, her mind racing for a moment until she settled on one thing.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">He must be warned.</span>"
14521,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=125,2014-12-23T15:48:00,Krugmar,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Nights Watch</span><br/>The Wall - Castle Black<br/>Triston Gaunt, Lord Commander of the Nights Watch</span></div><hr/><br/><br/>It was cold, damn cold, at the top of the Wall. Triston was accustomed to it by now, as much as you could be accustomed to bone chilling winds and the blood freezing temperatures. He was watching beyond the Wall, looking for any sign of movement or returning rangers. It was easy to spot black dots moving towards the wall, as the forest had recently been cut back in a well planned and well executed expedition. He could have left this work to his fellow brothers, but he felt it important to show them that he was still working as one of them. He was still bound by their rules, laws and traditions. His title should give him few advantages, only to allow him to lead his brothers.<br/><br/>""Lord Commander? I've been sent to relieve you"" said Edgar Tolkett, a young ranger from the Riverlands. He was a large lad with long brown hair and a short beard and he had quite some skill in using a bow. He was future Commander material at least.<br/><br/>""Excellent, I think I will make my way down to the Great Hall"" replied Triston, patting Edgar on the shoulder and making his way towards the winch elevator. It took him several minutes to be lifted down from the wall, down to Castle Black. On the way down he observed the changes that had happened to Castle Black. The Lord Commanders Keep had been completely rebuilt, after a fire had destroyed it. The Nights Watch had received permission to put up stone walls around Castle Black, after a wildling attack from the south had almost taken it. Most of the buildings that had been damaged in the battle over 30 years ago had been rebuilt, with additional barracks being built to house the new brothers. The Flint barracks was now where most of the junior members of the order stayed, the Obsidian barracks was reserved for veteran and senior members.<br/><br/>Triston could see his brothers training in the yard under the master-at-arms Delgor 'Bloodaxe', a former wildling turned Black Brother, who was shouting at them and threatening them with heinous punishments. A horrible and hard training was necessary for these boys and thieves to become real men of the Nights Watch. Eventually the cage reached the bottom and opened, Triston made his way out and began heading for the Great Hall. Inside the Great Hall was a huge fire, warming and lighting up the entire room. Triston could see that a few dozen of his brothers were here, including the Lord Steward Jorgan Bulwer. He made his way over to his large seat and grabbed himself a mug of ale.<br/><br/>""Lord Commander, how did the watch go?"" asked Jorgan, a small and wiry little man who had been placed into the stewards almost immediately after arriving many years ago.<br/><br/>""Our rangers still have not returned, hopefully they will be back soon"" replied Triston. He had sent four rangers to scout beyond the Wall, hoping to find out more about what the Wildlings were doing. If possible they were to establish friendly relations with any they encountered, but to stay away from large gatherings.<br/><br/>""Aye, I would hate to lose more brothers to those savages"" said Jorgan, a man who detested the wildlings and agreed with Alliser Thorne's ways on how to deal with them.<br/><br/>""We cannot afford to antagonise them at this time, the watch is still weak. Perhaps not as weak as we were thirty years ago, but still far too weak"" said Triston, eager to try and win over some of his brothers to his way of thinking.<br/><br/>""I agree with the Lord Commander, perhaps if we show them some mercy they will just stay north of the wall"" added in Olaf, a senior ranger and one of Triston's loyal supporters.<br/><br/>""Bah, fucking savages will never understand that. After we slaughtered the buggers they learnt well enough to stay in their damned area, show them mercy and they will just come knocking at our gates!"" shouted Jorgan.<br/><br/>""Enough! I will not return to the dark days of slaughter that Ser Alliser advocated, but neither will I allow wildlings freely through the Wall. The only way they can get through that gate is with a black cloak around their shoulders and an oath binding them to this watch"" concluded Triston. He took a swig of his ale and dived straight in to some food. He did not notice Jorgan leave in anger, nor did he really care. He understood that the Watch was becoming divided into several factions, he would need to begin winning over more brothers to his side or at least begin smoothing over relations between the different sides. For now however, he had more important business."
14522,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=125,2014-12-23T16:27:00,Of the Quendi,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;"">The Ghiscari Empire</span><br/>The City of Kosrak, in the Free Province of Lhazar<br/>Under the sovereignty of Aemon the Magnificent Targaryen</span></span><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://img2.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20120317181433/asoiaf/zh/images/d/d2/House_Targaryen_crest.PNG""/><br/><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Aemon Targaryen</span></span></span></div><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">T</span></span>he strength of the bond between rider and dragon had captivated Aemon since the very first time he had mounted Rhaegal, after the fall of King's Landing. Having studied intensely the knowledge of the riding of dragons Aemon had always found it curious how easy and unproblematic control of the Green Beast came to him. It was only much later he realized that his bonds with the dragon went deeper then those described in ancient tomes.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">T</span></span>he first time he had accidentally wandered into the mind of Rhaegal was an experience far surpassing the first time he had lain with Desiree, or held the offspring that came of their union in his arms, and it was the pivotal moment in Aemon's life. Finally the mysteries of the dreams he had dreamed for as long as he remembered became crystal clear and Aemon understood things about himself and his bloodline that a thousand books or maesters could have never taught him. It was then Aemon realized that it was not merely metaphorically that he was called ""the Dragon"", but that in truth he was, possibly as the first Valyrian ever, truly a dragon.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">A</span></span>s Aemon felt the immense muscles of his body drive his great green wings as he flew on Kosrak he smirked, or would have if a dragon possessed the capacity to do so, confident in his own might and power. He was the pinnacle of creation, the mightiest being in the whole of existence. A dragon emperor. A God even. How possibly could he doubt it when he felt the searing heat of his belly that could unleash torrents of deadly flames upon his foes only as a pleasant warming sensation. How could any question him when his tooth and claw broke the bone and tore the flesh of even the mightiest of beast without the slightest difficulty, when he could defeat armies of men or hordes of beast without breaking a sweat or sustaining injury. Truly, Aemon determined, he was indomitable.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">T</span></span>he roar of Drogon interrupted Aemon's thoughts and instinctively he roared back not with human voice but with the thunder of his dragon body. Indomitable, safe for the dragon of his brother. Aemon felt a sting of pain from the old wound Drogon's decision to take Viserys for his rider had caused him. That was when the rift between the brothers had been caused and whatever they had had, or Aemon thought they had had, mattered little from then on. And now Aemon felt the grief of flying against his brother.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">A</span></span>light spasm rolled through Rhaegal's body as suddenly Aemon and Rhaegal's minds drifted apart and Aemon became aware that the unbridled fiery will and energy of his body came not from him but from Rhaegal, and they where no longer one mind and one will. Aemon drifted out of the dragon's mind. Immediately he felt as if struck down by some sickness when he entered his own body. Aemon was a well trained and seasoned warrior that could held his own in sparring with the Swords of the Emperor yet after feeling the enormous force of Rhaegal's physique he felt as an old man weakened by age and sickness. His well toned muscular arms felt like. (physical weakness; longing for dragon strength<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">E</span></span>very time it got more difficult to get back from the dragon form. Every time it was harder and took longer to adjust to a human existence. Aemon shuddered at his thoughts before. A God? Had he thought himself, as the propaganda of his imperial cult proclaimed to all who would listen, and plenty who wouldn't, divine? Perhaps it was not the physical adjustment that was the big problem. When in Rhaegal Aemon's thoughts and sentiments differed more and more from who he was. Aemon could have never compared holding Desirhae in his arms for the first time, or making love to Desiree, with entering Rhaegal's mind, yet moments ago he had done just that. Feeling a sense of terror and dread Aemon realized that he was loosing himself to the dragon.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">H</span></span>is grief over the betrayal of his brother had saved him this time, but what of the next Aemon pondered. Would there come a day when his mind would permanently leave his frail human form and settle for ever in Rhaegal, more beast than man? Aemon feared it might.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Desiree, Desirhae, Mother, Father, Missandei ... Aerion? ... Viserys?""</span>Aemon recited out loud, to remind himself of his humanity, and of the people he loved. Loved, did he love his brothers, Aemon wondered.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">C</span></span>omposing himself Aemon cast a gaze, a weak human gaze but a gaze that was his and no one else's, down upon the city of Kosrak. What he saw was less than pleasing. The city, the smallest and most vulnerable of the Lhazareen cities, was ablaze, its screaming and crying people desperately fleeing the Dothraki onslaught, but there was nowhere to run. But in the center of the city a small squat keep of stone was still defended by the people of the city, and Aemon thanked his foresight that the once defenseless cities of Lhazar was now slowly becoming fortified. In ten years time the raids of the Dothraki could be a thing of the past. But only if the Dothraki where deprived of dragon fire.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">O</span></span>bserving Drogon rise up while the Dothraki horde abandoned their raid, leaving the people of Kosrak free to escape, and preparing to fight Aemon and Rhaegal the emperor smiled. The horde he did not fear. Had Drogon been absent from the field he would have descended upon them with Fire and Blood. Against Drogon that was no option and as the bigger dragon rose towards him Aemon made Rhaegal keep a cautious distance. Drogon was bigger and stronger than Rhaegal. Not by a lot, but by enough. But Rhaegal was the faster and more agile dragon. That, combined with Rhaegal being above Drogon, an advantage Aemon would under no circumstances concede, assured parity, if in fact Aemon did not have the upper hand. The presence of the small dragon Berras did little to change that. It was no threat to Rhaegal.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">B</span></span>ut though Aemon prepared for battle he desired it not. While he allowed the distance between him and his brother to diminish and stayed alert he made no attempt at attacking Drogon from above. Aemon still desired a peaceful solution. If he could not reach one a respite giving the people of Kosrak time to flee was second best. Help was coming.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;"">The Ghiscari Empire</span><br/>The Imperial City of Meereen, in the Bay of Ghiscari<br/>Under the sovereignty of Aemon the Magnificent Targaryen</span></span><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d4/GhisHarpie.png""/><br/><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lady Missandei</span></span></span></div><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">O</span></span>nce the gates to the great audience chamber opened the room was at once filled with an endless stream of courtiers of the Empire that babbled loudly amongst themselves about the news of an assault on Kosrak, the latest and most bold of a great many Dothraki raids into Lhazar. As the courtiers noticed that the imperial throne was vacant with only Missandei seated in the room on her chair next to her master's throne that too became the source of incessant blabber and Missandei resisted a temptation to roll her eyes at her court.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">B</span></span>ut not all the courtiers where foolish bureaucrats, useless eunuchs or frivolous aristocrats. Marching into the room as if he was about to conquer it Grey Worm, attended by Hero, headed straight for Missandei's chair with such speed and resolve that her guard, the First Sword of the Emperor, Ser Tumco Lho, touched the hilt of his blade. Clearly the Marshall of the Imperial Army was not about to wait for an audience when the horse lords where loose in Lhazar. Inquisitor Khrazdaqan, a censor of great cunning and wit, also walked towards Missandei, though more discreetly so. The slender and effeminate eunuch moved silently and gracefully, unobserved but fast. In Missandei's opinion he made for a more fearsome approach and figure than the aging Grey Worm.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">B</span></span>ut the sounds of trumpets would prevent both men from addressing Missandei. As two Valyrian women entered the room Missandei stood from her seat while the courtier's babble miraculously came to a halt and a herald announced;<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Her Imperial Highness, the Grand Princess of New Ghis, Desirhae Targaryen, Princess of the Lhazareen, the Daughter of Dragons.""</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">P</span></span>rincess Desirhae and her mother the Queen of Meereen walked up towards Missandei who bowed her head respectfully first towards the heir and then her mother, while Grey Worm and Khrazdaqan got busy bowing deeply and reverently before the heir of the empire. Looking up at the pair Missandei was briefly struck and saddened by how great a likeness Aemon's daughter had to his mother. Desirhae was about the age Daenerys had been when Missandei first met her Silver Queen, perhaps a little younger. Yet neither she nor her mother where half the woman that Daenerys had been. Still the polite smile Missandei gave them was the first sincere of the day. She liked both women well enough.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">A</span></span>brief chuckle escaped Missandei, betraying her solemn regal demeanor as the Queen of Meereen, having taken a seat on her marble throne on the emperor's left hand, bluntly inquired about the whereabouts of her husband. Whether due to her relatively low birth to a minor Westerosi house, an easygoing nature or a rather charming obstinance the principal imperial consort had a tendency not to observe the solemn imperial protocol of the court.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Your Grace are correct, His Imperial Majesty has flown northeast with Rhaegal to deal with the Dothraki threat to Kosrak in person. As this ... As I understand his imperial will it is however not his intentions to start a war on his own, but to try to negotiate with his brother. The Emperor yet believes in peace.""</span>Missandei declared. The neutral tone with which she spoke her last sentence revealed clearly enough that Missandei herself did not.<br/><br/><div align=""center"">~*~</div><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">E</span></span>xchanging some harmless banter with the heir and the imperial consort, glad that neither the Queen of Yunkai or the Queen of Astapor had chosen to attend the court Missandei soon gestured for her heralds to admit the first supplicant of the day. The Mantarine ambassador.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">A</span></span>s a beautiful arrogant looking woman around Missandei's age approached her seat Inquisitor Khrazdaqan, who had somehow managed to discreetly move to stand right next to Missandei's chair while she chattered with the imperials leaned in towards his mistress whispering.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Lady Maelesa Vaeleneos. sister-wife of Lord Talaemor. Quite the warrior woman, her beauty is matched only by her pride and among scorpions none is so charming ...""</span>The inquisitor spoke in that slightly bemused tone he always adopted before being silenced by a gesture of Missandei. She knew well her visitor. It was doubtful that there where two woman in the whole of the Ghiscari who would walk so boldly towards the throne of the emperor; well, discounting Galazza Loraq of course, Missandei surmised as she greeted the Mantarine lady with a grimace devoid of sentiment that gave away none of Missandei's thoughts on the House of Vaeleneos.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">G</span></span>reatness, Missandei knew, inspired envy in those who lacked it. Upon the foundation laid by Missandei's Silver Queen, Aemon had built a magnificent kingdom that was the envy of the world. The Vaeleneos, in their lesser principality was right to envy him, what had they ever done to make men speak their name with the awe only fools did not use in reference to the mighty House of Targaryen. Yes, Missandei concluded as she observed behind a mask of indifference as the Mantarine lady waltzed into the audience chamber of a far greater ruler as if she owned it, it was only natural that a house long bereft of real power and relevance would look upon the Meereenese court with envy.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">T</span></span>hat however did not make it permissible. Often enough Missandei had pleaded with Aemon to deal with his wayward vassals and remind them who the true dragon lord was. Daenerys had spared Yunkai when she should have struck mercilessly and Aemon time and time again seemed content to make the same mistake. The Dothraki was not the only people Aemon desired peace with in vain, Missandei thought. He still believed an accord could be reached with the Vaeleneos family.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">N</span></span>ear the end of the Emancipation War Missandei remembered that Daenerys had been most surprised to hear that apparently some ancestor of hers, dead for a thousand years, had fought against the Vaeleneos. This struggle, had it ever taken place, was not one the Targaryen's had remembered. Aemon himself laughed of the conflict, calling it myth and not something wise men would pay any heed to. Missandei could not disagree, but whoever called the Vaeleneos wise? They had kept a grudge the origin of which was lost in myths from before the Doom alive for a thousand years. They would not bury the hatchet for another thousand years. So they would have to be stomped out, destroyed by Fire and Blood, but Aemon refused to do so.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">B</span></span>ut Aemon wasn't in Meereen it dawned to Missandei as the Mantarine lady gave her disrespectful bow before Missandei's chair. Missandei was, and Maelesa was. A tiny smile briefly graced Missandei's lips as she observed the arrogant lady before her. It shouldn't be too difficult to goad the woman into giving Missandei a pretext for ordering her arrest. That should be more than enough to force her brother-husband's hand into war. The Empire would crush the Vaeleneos and make Mantarys an imperial province.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">A</span></span>s she pondered plans to manipulate the Vaeleneos lady behind a mask of regal detachment Missandei had paused just long enough after the lady had delivered her message for the Queen of Meereen, ever unrestricted by protocol and custom to address the woman on her own. For a moment confused by the unexpected breach of the protocol Missandei, obviously not able to interrupt the first and favorite wife of her emperor, listened silently as the three Valyrian ladies exchanged veiled threats concealed as polite banter observing the Mantarine lady intently, trying to assess her character and find her weaknesses.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">I</span></span>t was glaringly obvious. Even if Lady Maelesa tried to conceal it it did not escape Missandei's notice that her gaze was never far from Ghirach. The Dream of Dragons, old as Valyria itself, the curse and destiny of the descendants of the dragon lords. Daenerys had talked of them often, what they had meant for her ancestors and herself. No doubt the dragon dreams plagued House Vaeleneos as much as it did the Targaryens. Missandei smirked, dangling the promise of a dragon in front of the Vaeleneos family who knew what hoops its prideful members would jump at Aemon's command.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">T</span></span>he smug smile of the Grand Vizier however faded as Queen Desiree was lured into accepting the offer to travel to Mantarys by the prideful ambassador. That was a blunder from the first consort. If Missandei had her way no close kin of the emperor would ever come within a hundred miles of the City of Monsters without an army at their back. Generously Missandei gave the arrogant ambassador the tiniest of nods in acknowledgement of a victory for House Vaeleneos. Then she herself spoke.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">R</span></span>ising from her seat at a languid pace as if she could scarcely be bothered to take notice of the ambassador Missandei said;<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Greetings My Lady Maelesa Vaeleneos. In the name of your lord and master, Aemon, Emperor of the Ghiscari, I bid you welcome to Meereen.""</span>It was childish, Missandei knew, but provoking the woman was a risk free enterprise that could potentially carry a much greater reward than simply satisfying Missandei's own vanity.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Though I cannot speak for His Imperial Majesty with regards to his attendence at this wedding in your house, I can say that friendship between House Targaryen and House Vaeleneos is greatly desired by His Imperial Majesty.""</span>Missandei, truthfully declared. It was the last olive branch Missandei would offer House Vaeleneos, ever. A reminder that even know their emperor did not desire strife with them. Once, and only once, Missandei would again offer an escape from Fire and Blood.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Y</span></span>et hardly had she spoken her words before Missandei succumbed to the temptation of one last snide remark.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""As much as there can be friendship between master and servant, His Imperial Majesty desires that of you and your family My Lady.""</span>Missandei declared.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""But I am sure he will tell you as much himself when he return to the capital, and offer reply to your generous invitation. Until then I have tasked the chamberlain to provide you with suitable accommodations here in the great pyramid.""</span>Missandei said matter-of-factly, leaving no room for the ambassador to turn down accommodations that was not on offer but mandated. Missandei was not about to miss out on a good hostage now that the Queen of Meereen and the Grand Princess of New Ghis had accepted an invite to visit Mantarys.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""If you have nought else to say to me you are permitted to take your leave. I am sure you and I will have plenty of time to talk later. It would please me greatly to discuss with you how the loyal House Vaeleneos and the city of Mantarys can better serve the empire.""</span>Said the Grand Vizier."
14523,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=125,2014-12-23T16:48:00,Nuridia,"Eugenia was none too pleased at the serious tone that her husband's voice had taken on, like he was chiding her as one would chide a child but she said nothing until he finished. ""Well forgive me, but I only wished to press our daughter's suit."" 'And bother what the others think, if Talia is to marry than somebody who loves her for who she is shouldn't really care that she's a lady knight."" Lady Stark told Rickon gently.<br/><br/>Desirhae was walking to her rooms, passing the Hall again and seeing Lady Missandei finally address the Vaeleneos woman. During their conversation, Missandei seemed very grieved when Queen Desiree accepted Maelesa's invitation to the wedding. Of course they wouldn't go without a guard armed tothe teeth, but the Grand Vizier had always been the more politically astute of the group which was no doubt why she was the Emperor's favorite advisor. She did have a slight problem when Desiree didn't follow the strict protocol of the court, but Desirhae's mother didn't really care much for protocol and she never had. As soon as she was away and on her way to her mother's suite of rooms, she felt Ghirach's head stick out from underneath her cloak. ""It's okay buddy, this only has to go on for a little while longer."" she whispered to the little dragon, stroking his head as she was admitted by the guards into the First Consort's rooms who greeted her daughter with a warm hug. The doors were locked again and the guards implemented as Desirhae perched on one of the elegantly cushioned couches that her mother had in her room.<br/><br/>""Mother, I believe that we may just have made a very grave mistake by accepting this invitation."" Ghirach flapped his wings in a futile attempt at trying to fly. ""Why do you say that darling?"" 'I believe that the Emperor would've wanted it, you know how he is at perserving peace."" ""And it could be an opportunity to learn more about these fools and crush them once and for all."" Desiree said, sipping her wine. ""We'll see what Father has to say when he comes back, anyway I don;t trust her or any of the Vaeleneos."" 'Grand Vizier Missandei doesn't either, and she's never been wrong."" the Grand Princess pointed out."
14524,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=125,2014-12-23T17:00:00,Tomia,"Rickon realized he might have patronized her, but would apologize for that later when they were alone. ""It's not that simple Eugenia, you know most people aren't as accepting as we are. I had no problem with it and appreciated how strong you were, but other men won't be the same. The higher lords who would court her would most likely run away when they hear about it. We have to think about what's best for our house."" He told her gently. ""What if I don't want to marry?"" Talia asked abruptly. Rickon sighed, ""Talia dear, it's an important part of life. Raising a family is noble and fulfilling."" ""I don't want any of that, I want to be a soldier."" Talia said adamantly."
14525,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=125,2014-12-23T17:21:00,Arana,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Red Keep, King's Landing, Crownlands<br/>Aerion I Targaryen, King of the Andals, the Rhoynar, and the First Men, Lord of the Seven Kingdoms</span><br/><br/>""Indeed. I'm afraid I'll need to find a replacement for him... but that will likely be after the wedding.""<br/><br/>Listening with interest as the young lord spoke, Aerion nodded.<br/><br/>""She certainly does sound extraordinary. I'm ashamed to admit I don't know much about faiths other than that of the Seven, so forgive me if I seem a bit... ignorant. And... well, this isn't really what I was planning on asking about, but what kinds of things did she tell you? About my father, that is.""<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Haunted Forest, Beyond the Wall<br/>Raven Snow</span><br/><br/>Raven sat on the ground, picking the meat off of the dead dear. Shadow, his direwolf ate beside him, tearing the flesh of with its teeth, and the crow Bryn did the same with its beak. The flesh was tough and raw, but to use a fire would have been unwise for a variety of reasons, one of which was that it would attract unwanted attention. However, it appeared that attention was coming anyways. High above, a bird, one who Raven had convinced to keep watch for them, cawed three times, signaling approaching enemies. Abandoning what was left of the carcass and quickly wiping some of the blood from his face, Raven climbed into a nearby tree and hid in the branches, drawing his sword. The crystal blade was almost transparent, and it was incredibly durable, but what was more notable was how cold it was, almost like ice. As the enemies approached, Bryn joined Raven in the branches, and Shadow took to the bushes, waiting for the order to attack."
14526,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=125,2014-12-23T17:37:00,Nuridia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Tomia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=22896269#p22896269"">wrote</a>:</cite>Rickon realized he might have patronized her, but would apologize for that later when they were alone. ""It's not that simple Eugenia, you know most people aren't as accepting as we are. I had no problem with it and appreciated how strong you were, but other men won't be the same. The higher lords who would court her would most likely run away when they hear about it. We have to think about what's best for our house."" He told her gently. ""What if I don't want to marry?"" Talia asked abruptly. Rickon sighed, ""Talia dear, it's an important part of life. Raising a family is noble and fulfilling."" ""I don't want any of that, I want to be a soldier."" Talia said adamantly.</div></blockquote><br/>Eugenia laughed at her daughter's adamance. ""You remind me so much of myself my dear, why do you think your middle name's Eugenia?"" she laughed and then heard her words. ""I said the exact same words to my father when I was your age, I'm never going to marry!"" ""No way, I want to be a knight!"" ""But look where I am now, married with seven children!"" ""You can be a wife and a warrior, you just have to find the right man like I did."" ""It took your father forever, he proposed about eight times before I said yes but I eventually said yes and now my life is good."" ""You just have to find a strong man who can handle a strong woman, who will support you and your dreams."" Eugenia said to her daughter."
14527,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=125,2014-12-23T17:45:00,Krugmar,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">House Vaeleneos</span><br/>Meereen - Imperial Palace<br/>Maelesa Vaeleneos, Lady of Mantarys</span></div><hr/><br/><br/>Maelesa kept composed despite the numerous insults and injuries to her pride, wearing a mock smile the entire time. She had easily walked the Westerosi whore into a trap, pulling her into a forced visit to Mantarys or a public embarrassment of refusal. This slave sitting on a chair next to the painfully ugly throne was a different matter entirely. Despite her low birth, she showed intelligence in her composure and manner of speaking, eloquent and well thought out. Maelesa had been caught out, just as she had caught out the Queen of Meereen. Forced to stay in this stinking city as a virtual prisoner of blood-traitors and slaves, Talaemor would have simply drawn his sword and started slashing. Though Talaemor would have quickly been dead, no matter his skill with a blade.<br/><br/>""Thank you for the accommodations Grand Vizier, I am sure that they will be suitable"" responded Maelesa, ""I look forward to our later chat"" she continued before striding away from the throne, her head held as high as possible. She would have to write to Talaemor, he mustn't do anything stupid which would endanger her. She was led to her room by some slave,<span style=""font-style: italic"">no, what did these Ghiscari dogs call them now? Servant, that is it. </span>A servant led her to the room allocated to her, while her loyal Mantaryan Legionnaires accompanied her. She had brought around ten of them with her, mainly for show but it never hurt to have proper protection in a vipers nest such as this.<br/><br/>The room was spacious and grand, but not to her tastes at all. She posted two of her Legionnaires to the door and bid several of them to keep patrols around the hallways. The last two would remain with her in her room, to guard her and later warm her bed. Maelesa made her way over to a desk, near what seemed to be an open window. One of her legionnaires brought over a raven and held it nearby. She wrote a quick letter to Talaemor, wishing to update him.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Dear beloved husband<br/><br/>I have arrived in Meereen and already find it lacking in all regards except one. I have forced the Queen of Meereen into a visit, or at least a humiliating refusal later on. But the damned slave girl has trapped me here until the Emperor arrives. I beg of you not to do anything that would give them an excuse to arrest me.<br/><br/>Always yours, M.V</blockquote><br/><br/>She attached the letter to the raven and sent it flying off, hopefully it would reach Talaemor soon. Perhaps later she would chat with Missandei, or another day it mattered not. Speaking with that slave girl on equal... no, inferior terms was an insult to her and her family. The Vaeleneos family was running out of patience in dealing with these abominable people.<hr/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">House Vaeleneos</span><br/>Mantarys - Vaeleneos Palace<br/>Talaemor Vaeleneos</span></div><hr/><br/><br/>The raven had brought ill news. Talaemor was angered that his sister was essentially a captive in the Emperors hands, though they would do nothing to her surely. His recent attack on the Tolosi may have been misplaced, too eager perhaps. Yet he had a sufficient excuse, one heard by and backed up by the Mantaryan nobility, not that the blood-traitors would care though. If Aemon or his slaves did anything to his sister, Talaemor would answer with...<span style=""font-style: italic"">Fire and Blood</span>. How funny it would be to make the Targaryens eat their own words, make them fear the Vaeleneos family.<br/><br/>Talaemor smirked at this thought, puzzling the nobleman before him who had just told a long and boring story about how his sister had been raped in the streets. Talaemor quickly recovered himself, saying ""I apologise for my smirk, I was thinking of what we would do to the rapist once he is caught"".<br/><br/>""But he is caught your Grace, he is in your dungeons"" said the confused nobleman.<br/><br/>""Excellent, give him the usual punishment for rapists and fine him, giving the gold to this nobleman and his sister"" said Talaemor, not really caring about these trivial disputes. He looked down the line, around thirty more cases to be presented to him. He usually let Maelesa take half of these,<span style=""font-style: italic"">why had he chosen to send her away now of all times?</span><hr/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">House Vaeleneos</span><br/>Bhorash - Ruined city<br/>Taemor Vaeleneos, Prince of Mantarys</span></div><hr/><br/><br/>Taemor rode into the ruined city accompanied by his company of Mantaryan Legionnaires. He had decided to divert to the city instead of heading to Mantarys, keen to meet with the soldiers of the 7th and 8th companies. His father had done some significant reorganisation of the Mantaryan military, ignoring the procedures and standards set by the Empire. Mantarys boasted two legions, each made up of around 12 companies. The legions were an attractive choice to Mantaryan slaves, offered freedom in exchange for around five years of service. These companies that Taemor were with were part of the Mantaryan 1st legion, supposed to be the better of the two but really there was little difference.<br/><br/>The city of Bhorash was a complete ruin, destroyed in some of the tremors that had followed the Doom of Valyria and abandoned over the years. A Meereenese resettlement seemed to have been attempted a few hundred years ago, evidenced by part of the ruins being Ghiscari fashion, yet that failed. The Demon Road ran through the city and therefore the Vaeleneos family had soldiers occupying it. The 7th and 8th companies stayed in a make-shift fort, made out of rubble and housed in one of the more well-built manors that had managed to survive the chaos quite well.<br/><br/>Taemor made his way into the fort, greeting the men as he did. It was important to make alliances with the captains and let the common soldiers know that their future lord would look out for them.<span style=""font-style: italic""> Loyalty of the army is our greatest weapon now that our dragons are gone</span>his father would always say to him. Words of wisdom that he would keep for as long as he lived. He would stay in Bhorash until the morning, then return to Mantarys and report to his father on the successful raid.<hr/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">The Nights Watch</span><br/>The Wall - Castle Black<br/>Triston Gaunt, Lord Commander of the Nights Watch</span></div><hr/><br/><br/>""Eh.. Lord Jon weren't a bad Lord Commander, he was jus' a bit soft on the old wildlings"" said Olaf. Olaf was a kind fellow, one of the few who had been in the watch under Jon Snow, albeit only for a few months as a recruit.<br/><br/>""No, but I am glad he left to be a King. He easily broke his vows time and time again"" said Triston, feeling little respect towards the man who betrayed the watch by running off. ""Though, he did support us even when Lord Alliser was commander"" continued Triston, feeling the need to support the man who had helped rebuild the watch.<br/><br/>""Its a better life here than it is out there"" said Haffa 'the Kneeler', one of the wildlings who had joined the Nights Watch during the 100 days of slaughter. ""Don't get me wrong, I hated Lord Alliser for what he did to my people. I just think that it could have been avoided if they had just knelt. It ain't so hard"" he continued, standing up and bending his knee several times. The other brothers around him began laughing, even Triston managed a smile.<br/><br/>""Very well put Haffa, Now, on to some serious matters. The old wall at..."" said Triston, beginning to delve into the numerous problems that beset the men of Castle Black. Some of his brothers listened diligently while most simply returned to eating and drinking. Some left the hall entirely just to escape 'Old Doom and Gloom' lecturing his brothers on how they should solve their problems and what the future of the watch was.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">- Some hours later -</span><br/><br/>Triston gave his letter to the Maester, some withered old husk who spouted neither wisdom nor impartiality. Triston missed old Aemon and hoped that this new old goat would simply die in his sleep. He quickly retreated away, striding away towards the Lord Commander's Tower. The Maester attached the letter to a raven and sent it off towards Kings Landing.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To King Aerion I of House Targaryen, King of the Andals, the Rhoynar, and the First Men; Lord of the Seven Kingdoms and Protector of the Realm.<br/><br/>I write this to you as a friend and fellow Protector of Westeros. The Nights Watch urgently needs help in whatever manner you can give. Any supplies that the Seven Kingdoms can donate would always be much appreciated. The real reason I write however, is to ask for manpower.<br/><br/>As you may know, the watch grew due to help from your gracious parents, King Jon and Daenerys. I ask that you deliver the same help and implore the Lords of Westeros to send their prisoners to the wall instead of executing them. I also ask you to send the contents of your dungeon to the wall, where we can shape them into real men of the watch. Finally, I ask you to perhaps implore some of the knights and lords, young and old, to take the Black and the honour that comes with it.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">signed, Triston Gaunt, Lord Commander of the Nights Watch and Commander of Castle Black.</span><br/><br/>The Maester laughed, another letter to the King? Lord Commander Triston must be getting really desperate, or really chummy with that boy king. The Maester then hobbled back to his room, eager to catch some sleep before some oaf would come looking for him.</blockquote>"
14528,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=125,2014-12-23T17:48:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Imperial Republica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=22894133#p22894133"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Woodstovia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=22891971#p22891971"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Loron Greyjoy</span><br/><br/>Loron found lord Tyrosus in the godswood of King's Landing. The lord had sent his son, Derryk to meet with Loron and discuss the possibility of mutual friendship or something along those lines but instead Loron had demanded to meet with lord Tyrosus in the flesh. It was lucky that the guards had seen where the lord was heading or their search may have taken a lot longer.<br/><br/>""Lord Tyrosus."" Loron said as way of greeting, feeling slightly uneasy in the godswood. His father had taught him what kind of people Starks were, and what kind of gods they worshiped, Loron wasn't a particularly pious man but now he was longing to be near the sea. ""If you wish to speak with me, come yourself; don't send your son to do your work for you. Now, what did you wish to speak to me about?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Maxwell was startled to hear Loron Greyjoy's voice in the Godswood. In truth, he hadn't expected anyone but Steffon to show up here as no one else but the Northmen kept to the Old Gods anymore, and they were off in the Red Keep reminiscing. Apparently the Godswood wasn't as...<span style=""font-style: italic"">empty</span> as he would've liked it. He would have to remember that. Maxwell looked the young Greyjoy up and down, analyzing him. Not many people would speak to a lord as bluntly as he did, even if they were a lord themselves. The Grey Fist liked a person who had the balls to do it though. He laughed a hearty laugh and got up onto his feet. ""My apologies lad, I'll remember that next time. Now then, I'd like to get straight to the point. The Targaryens need you my boy. The <span style=""font-style: italic"">REAL</span> Targaryens, not this...puppet king. More specifically, they need the iron fleet to match the Arbor's strength at sea. The other Wardens have fleets of their own, aye, but they cannot match the strength at sea that the Ironbron and Reachmen possess. Now, you're probably wondering what's in it for you? Think about it boy! About all the loot and glory you could win when you ravage the coasts of the reach and every other hold that sides with them! Perhaps a very grateful Aemon would even grant you the lands that you won for him? Now do you have anything to say lad?""<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>The cold ice <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=22892693#p22892693"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Robert Tully<br/>Inside the Red Keep</span><br/>As the three lords left the Stark chambers, they nearly tripped over Ser Hugo. Quickly shutting the door behind him, he turned to the knight. ""What is the meaning of this?"" he demanded of the man.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Seven Hells</span> Hugo thought. <span style=""font-style: italic"">You've really stepped in it now. Quickly think, you can't let Lord Tyrosus down.</span> ""My apologies my lords. Lord Maxwell sent me to treat with the Northern Lords and I was-"" <br/><br/>""You were eavesdropping on us?! I don't know if that's how you Southerners do things, but in the North, we do things decently. If you truly meant us no ill will, you would have simply asked us for our thoughts! Not hidden behind a locked door like some...<span style=""font-style: italic"">spider</span>!""<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Spider</span> Ser Hugo thought, that's it! ""My apologies my lords, but you misjudge my intentions. I was not eavesdropping, not at all. I heard your voices from down the hall, and I thought it best to wait for you outside your door. When I arrived however, I saw a hooded man in a black cloak, emblazoned with a rose, standing outside your door with his ear pressed against it. The man ran off as soon as he saw me, and I thought it best to stand guard out here until you were finished talking."" Ser Hugo hoped that they would find this story convincing. The Tyrells were as treacherous as the Starks were trusting, so this story was not entirely unbelievable. All that remained was to see if they would believe the knight.</div></blockquote><br/>Brynden looked at the man. He had no doubt the Tyrell's were spying on them. ""How convenient for you that the man was wearing the sigil."" He said."
14529,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=125,2014-12-23T18:05:00,Tomia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nuridia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=22896645#p22896645"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Tomia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=22896269#p22896269"">wrote</a>:</cite>Rickon realized he might have patronized her, but would apologize for that later when they were alone. ""It's not that simple Eugenia, you know most people aren't as accepting as we are. I had no problem with it and appreciated how strong you were, but other men won't be the same. The higher lords who would court her would most likely run away when they hear about it. We have to think about what's best for our house."" He told her gently. ""What if I don't want to marry?"" Talia asked abruptly. Rickon sighed, ""Talia dear, it's an important part of life. Raising a family is noble and fulfilling."" ""I don't want any of that, I want to be a soldier."" Talia said adamantly.</div></blockquote><br/>Eugenia laughed at her daughter's adamance. ""You remind me so much of myself my dear, why do you think your middle name's Eugenia?"" she laughed and then heard her words. ""I said the exact same words to my father when I was your age, I'm never going to marry!"" ""No way, I want to be a knight!"" ""But look where I am now, married with seven children!"" ""You can be a wife and a warrior, you just have to find the right man like I did."" ""It took your father forever, he proposed about eight times before I said yes but I eventually said yes and now my life is good."" ""You just have to find a strong man who can handle a strong woman, who will support you and your dreams."" Eugenia said to her daughter.</div></blockquote><br/>""He proposed 8 times? Wow, he must of really wanted you."" Talia said in surprise. Rickon couldn't help but laugh, ""Yes, I did. I didn't want anyone else."" Rickon said sincerely. ""Still, even though you guys love each other. I doubt I'll find anyone like that. All the Knights I've met are macho and think a woman is only good for what she can do in the kitchen and in their bed chamber."" She said seriously. ""I want to be a Dame father, please?"" She asked him sincerely, looking up at him hopefully. Rickon sighed, ""I'll think about it Lia, I promise."""
14530,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=125,2014-12-23T18:57:00,New Granadeseret,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Arana""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Arana <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=22896467#p22896467"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Red Keep, King's Landing, Crownlands<br/>Aerion I Targaryen, King of the Andals, the Rhoynar, and the First Men, Lord of the Seven Kingdoms</span><br/><br/>""Indeed. I'm afraid I'll need to find a replacement for him... but that will likely be after the wedding.""<br/><br/>Listening with interest as the young lord spoke, Aerion nodded.<br/><br/>""She certainly does sound extraordinary. I'm ashamed to admit I don't know much about faiths other than that of the Seven, so forgive me if I seem a bit... ignorant. And... well, this isn't really what I was planning on asking about, but what kinds of things did she tell you? About my father, that is.""<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Haunted Forest, Beyond the Wall<br/>Raven Snow</span><br/><br/>Raven sat on the ground, picking the meat off of the dead dear. Shadow, his direwolf ate beside him, tearing the flesh of with its teeth, and the crow Bryn did the same with its beak. The flesh was tough and raw, but to use a fire would have been unwise for a variety of reasons, one of which was that it would attract unwanted attention. However, it appeared that attention was coming anyways. High above, a bird, one who Raven had convinced to keep watch for them, cawed three times, signaling approaching enemies. Abandoning what was left of the carcass and quickly wiping some of the blood from his face, Raven climbed into a nearby tree and hid in the branches, drawing his sword. The crystal blade was almost transparent, and it was incredibly durable, but what was more notable was how cold it was, almost like ice. As the enemies approached, Bryn joined Raven in the branches, and Shadow took to the bushes, waiting for the order to attack.</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Baratheon-Swanns</span><br/><br/>""No need to apologize, my king. It's very hard to find a proper instructor in His ways this side of the Narrow Sea. I could send you some of my tomes to shed some light on R'hllors revelations, if it would please you."" He offered... perhaps a tad too eagerly. He became much more somber, however, when turning the discussion to Jon and the very... sensitive manner surrounding him. ""Our Lady... she didn't put much faith in King Jon. No offense to your family intended, of course, but the man was cold and arrogant... the wall had consumed him. There was no trust outside his band of thieves and murderers, embracing the chaos of the Wildlings. Prestige, accomplishment, learning... it meant little to him. It is true she warned him of his fate... that he would meat his end at a dagger form the dark, surrounded by his enemies. But she also say the feral spirit inside."" He leaned in closer, the next words a barely audiable whisper. ""A wolf dressed in the cloths of a man, your grace. Giving no value to the customs of man, only to his pack and a misdirected sense of honor. And even that last oath of his he finally broke. We can only be grateful one of your mother's children took after her."" He finished, wincing slightly as he worried he might have said something that could get him killed<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Oran, The Haunted Woods </span><br/><br/>The disruption in the foliage above formed an odd path; far too large for a bird or any small animal to form, Oran looking up as he trudged through the forest, his blade in hand as he followed the path of damage, trying to track down whatever clearly human-sized being created it. Spying a path through the snow that had deer tracks, he began to follow; figuring it would lead to some kind of clearing, until it just... stopped, a dear carcass sitting their, chunks ripped out from three different places, drops scattered in the snow around it and steam still coming from its organs; the warmth a sign this was a recent kill. Two sets of footprints surrounded it in the snow; one human, one caninie, as his eyes followed the human ones to the base of a tree... smiling ferally as he put it together.<br/><br/>""Get down from there and I may let you live!"" Oran shouted up the tree in question, his eyes glancing around the trees every few moments, ears keen for the sound of footfalls or fur brushing against trunks... in case the wolf was still around and wanted to continue eating its kill."
14531,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=125,2014-12-23T19:08:00,The Imperial Republica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Woodstovia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=22894904#p22894904"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Loron Greyjoy</span><br/><br/>Loron thought about what the man was saying. The offer was tempting to be sure... But the Tyrells were far stronger than some minor lord, and he wasn't really sure how strong these ""real"" Targaryens were. <br/><br/>""Does the Baratheon know you're plotting behind his back? If not I'd be mad to throw in my lot with some minor lord and his ""real"" Targaryens. I could walk up to lord Tyrell right now and tell him what you told me and have you dead in an instant. Besides I've heard that he was thinking of making the Iron Islands independent again, something about how they're too much trouble to rule. I'm sure lord Tyrell would be most thankful if I delivered him this information about traitors and he might give me a reward... Much better than a few coins and some land which will only cause my endless trouble as they try to constantly rebel."" Loron said. The part about independence was a lie but he wanted to see how much he could get out of the lord.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Maxwell</span><br/><br/>Maxwell couldn't help but grin at the straightforwardness this boy possessed.<span style=""font-style: italic"">clever one, this boy</span>Maxwell thought.<span style=""font-style: italic"">But he still has a bit to learn</span>.<br/>""I thought you might say as much, but you should know, I've covered my arse well. We were both seen entering this Godswood, and there are people listening in on this conversation even know. People I've bought and paid for, who hear what I tell them to hear. If you go to the Tyrells with any of this information, they'll try you for treason same as me for even entertaining the notion of rebellion. The 'little birds' listening in on us right now will provide more than enough testimony to see us both dead, a fate that, in my old age, I would be meeting sooner or later anyways. You on the other hand, are young and have your whole life ahead of you, and I don't think you'd throw it away just to see an old man tried for treason. Now if your very well done trying to blackmail me, you should know that my lord Baratheon shares many of my...shall we say<span style=""font-style: italic"">'concerns' </span>about the Tyrells. Concerns that you'd be wise to share as well. There has been bad blood between the Reach and the Islands ever since your father decided to send his fleet to pillage their coasts some 30 years ago. What makes you think that the Roses aren't scheming to have you killed even now? Think over all I've said to you boy. Think long and hard, and when you're finished, think some more. It is a dangerous game we play here, one were we need all the ally's we can find. Return to me when you have your answer. Until then, I think it would be in both of our best interests if this conversation never happened.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ser Hugo</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">you've really gone and stepped it now Hugo.</span>why did he have to mention the rose? What kind of fool would wear their sygil while spying?<span style=""font-style: italic"">well don't just stand there fool, say something!</span><br/>""Aye my lords, the rose sygil was hidden under a black overcoat mind you, but I saw it none the less. When the man turned to run, I got a glimpse of a red rose on his surcoat. I beg of you to believe me when I say that house Tyrosus bears none of you any ill-will! My liege Lord Maxwell was close as kin with Lord Eddard before he died, and fought for his son Robb during the war. I come bearing words for Lord Stark, and if it please him, you lords as well. I ask only of a moment of his time when he can to hear me out."""
14532,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=125,2014-12-23T19:38:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Loron Greyjoy</span><br/><br/>Loron clenched his jaw shut when the lord began talking about the spies he had in position. That bastard wouldn't really do that would he? Loron decided not to test him. Loron still wasn't sold on the idea however, the Tyrells were extremely strong and by all accounts the new Baratheon lord was a craven. Their offer wasn't very good either, if he was granted the Arbor then he'd be happy but he had no use for any other parts of the Reach; except for perhaps the shields.<br/><br/>Loron decided to just nod at the man ""I'd like to talk with the Baratheon, see what he's made of. All I've heard is that he's a craven who worships some demon god of fire, I'd like to see who he is myself. But for now this conversation never happened."" Loron nodded before walking past the man's son and turning around remembering something. ""And I heard you were entering the melee."" he said to Derryk ""For your own good stay out of my way, you've never seen Ironborn fight"" Loron finished proudly before turning and leaving the godswood."
14533,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=125,2014-12-23T20:36:00,Arana,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Red Keep, King's Landing, Crownlands<br/>Aerion I Targaryen, King of the Andals, the Rhoynar, and the First Men, Lord of the Seven Kingdoms</span><br/><br/>Aerion smiled initially, interested in the idea of learning more about this strange faith, but then his expression changed as his question was answered. So, the<span style=""font-style: italic"">extraordinary</span>Lady Melisandre didn't care much for his father. The continuous stream of criticisms and insults out of the young lord's mouth made Aerion's temper start to heat up, and it took quite a bit of self control to keep himself from yelling in Lord Steffon's face.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Keep calm. What kind of king would you be if you couldn't hold up against a vassal who isn't even trying to offend you? Who knows, he might even be right.</span><br/><br/>""I see. Well then, I wouldn't mind knowing what she thinks of me, if she's so wise. Perhaps I could meet her at some occasion.""<br/><br/>Stroking Aerax rather roughly, he watched the two Baratheons, his mood a bit more sour than at the start of the conversation.<br/><br/>""And I wouldn't mind reading those tomes either.""<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Haunted Forest, Beyond the Wall<br/>Raven Snow</span><br/><br/>Slowly, Raven lowered himself from the tree he was in, relieved to see that he was only up against one enemy. Evidently, it was another one of the Free Folk, which would be easier than if it had been one of the Night's Watch. He had an iron blade, which was impressive for one who lived north of the Wall, but was still weak compared to Raven's own blade. Slowly, his blade lowered to his side and as concealed as possible, Raven approached the man, acting as calm and non-threatening as possible. In the meantime, Shadow remained hidden in a bush, watching closely, and Bryn soared overhead.<br/><br/>""I... I'm sorry... I just got lost from my tribe and didn't know what to do... I was just so hungry...""<br/><br/>Much closer to the man now, he continued, his ice-blue eyes wide and innocent looking.<br/><br/>""I can make up for it, I swear, just please don't...""<br/><br/>Without warning, Raven suddenly kicked a good deal of snow upwards at the man's face, and stepped back while swinging his sword at the man's head. Hopefully, he wouldn't see it coming, and it would all be over in a moment."
14534,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=125,2014-12-23T21:21:00,New Granadeseret,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Arana <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=22898384#p22898384"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Red Keep, King's Landing, Crownlands<br/>Aerion I Targaryen, King of the Andals, the Rhoynar, and the First Men, Lord of the Seven Kingdoms</span><br/><br/>Aerion smiled initially, interested in the idea of learning more about this strange faith, but then his expression changed as his question was answered. So, the <span style=""font-style: italic"">extraordinary</span> Lady Melisandre didn't care much for his father. The continuous stream of criticisms and insults out of the young lord's mouth made Aerion's temper start to heat up, and it took quite a bit of self control to keep himself from yelling in Lord Steffon's face. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Keep calm. What kind of king would you be if you couldn't hold up against a vassal who isn't even trying to offend you? Who knows, he might even be right.</span><br/><br/>""I see. Well then, I wouldn't mind knowing what she thinks of me, if she's so wise. Perhaps I could meet her at some occasion.""<br/><br/>Stroking Aerax rather roughly, he watched the two Baratheons, his mood a bit more sour than at the start of the conversation.<br/><br/>""And I wouldn't mind reading those tomes either.""<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Haunted Forest, Beyond the Wall<br/>Raven Snow</span><br/><br/>Slowly, Raven lowered himself from the tree he was in, relieved to see that he was only up against one enemy. Evidently, it was another one of the Free Folk, which would be easier than if it had been one of the Night's Watch. He had an iron blade, which was impressive for one who lived north of the Wall, but was still weak compared to Raven's own blade. Slowly, his blade lowered to his side and as concealed as possible, Raven approached the man, acting as calm and non-threatening as possible. In the meantime, Shadow remained hidden in a bush, watching closely, and Bryn soared overhead.<br/><br/>""I... I'm sorry... I just got lost from my tribe and didn't know what to do... I was just so hungry...""<br/><br/>Much closer to the man now, he continued, his ice-blue eyes wide and innocent looking.<br/><br/>""I can make up for it, I swear, just please don't...""<br/><br/>Without warning, Raven suddenly kicked a good deal of snow upwards at the man's face, and stepped back while swinging his sword at the man's head. Hopefully, he wouldn't see it coming, and it would all be over in a moment.</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Baratheon-Swanns</span><br/><br/>Steffon felt his breath starting to quicken, growing a little ragged as he could almost<span style=""font-style: italic"">feel</span>the anger radiating off their young king, something in the back of those eyes burning. His feet fidgeted a little, as Lassa felt her arms shake against her, matching it with a shivering of her own; more visible as it shifted the flowing bottom of her dress. ""Don't be angry with my, my King."" He tried to sound stern, but the words came out... slightly frightened; a Targaryen's rage a terrible thing to awaken. ""This doesn't reflect on you, understand that... you take much more after your mother. I beg your every pardon, but I only repeat the words of one who met him personally... a woman who has never lied to me before."" He took a moment to pause, evening out his breathing before continuing. ""As for the tomes... I can do you one better. I shall send Lady Melisandre to bring them to you. Her word is far better than mine."" His hands reached into one of his pockets, pulling out a fine, crystal bottle, the inside filled with a sort of amber liquid. ""And a gift for your new lady, sir. One of my personal creations; it will cause your Lannister bride's skin to shimmer brighter than the walls of Casterly Rock."" He spoke genuinely; the gift honestly meant to do just that, even if it would be common form to have it tested on somebody less important for poison first.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Oran, The Haunted Forest</span><br/><br/>Oran, with a sense of danger honed by decades of living in the unforgiving north, felt something was... wrong with this boy. But he coulden't figure out what it was. His eyes took stock of the boy; smaller, sturdy, unarmed. ""That doesn't matter much to me, boy."" He grunted, his answer deep and serious. ""All the game in these forests was ours as long as we're camped here, and no sob story is going to lead to one of my underlings...""<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">unarmed</span><br/><br/>The thought flew into Oran's head a moment before the blade was drawn, giving his the sense of react. Thankfully, he had enough time, even with his reflexes and heavier weapon, to parry the blow just in the knick of time, his blade less and than an inch from his throat as he pushed it off, the boy extremely close, Oran's stepping back as quickly as he could to try to get enough distance between the two of them for a proper swing."
14535,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=125,2014-12-23T21:43:00,Arana,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Red Keep, King's Landing, Crownlands<br/>Aerion I Targaryen, King of the Andals, the Rhoynar, and the First Men, Lord of the Seven Kingdoms</span><br/><br/>Aerion hadn't realized just how angry he was until he saw the way Lord Steffon and Lady Lassa were reacting.<span style=""font-style: italic"">You idot! That's one of your most important vassals! What in seven hells are you doing?</span>Surprised at his own actions, Aerion took a deep breath, and tried to look at the two in front of him with kindness.<br/><br/>""Please... I'm not angry with you. I just lost my temper for a moment... my parents have been on my mind a lot lately. You've done no wrong.""<br/><br/>Smiling, he nodded to Lord Steffon and accepted the gift.<br/><br/>""I would be honored to receive her. And thank you for the gift, I'm certain she'll love it. Now, please, enjoy yourselves before the start of the tourney. If you need anything, ask a servant.""<br/><br/>Nodding politely to the two, he turned and walked away, searching out Lord Tyrell to continue their conversation from earlier. Eventually, he found him.<br/><br/>""Excuse me, Lord Tyrell... could we continue with that conversation now?""<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Haunted Forest, Beyond the Wall<br/>Raven Snow</span><br/><br/>Raven, taking advantage of the fact that his opponent was off balance, advanced, swinging his sword again in an attempt to score a hit. Shadow emerged from the bushes, watching, and returned to the meal he had been taking part in before the man arrived, as did Bryn. Raven could handle things on his own, and, if something went wrong, the two animals would rip the man's throat and eyes out."
14536,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=125,2014-12-23T21:52:00,Novae Vitae,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Aerion Targaryen""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Arana <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=22899056#p22899056"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Red Keep, King's Landing, Crownlands<br/>Aerion I Targaryen, King of the Andals, the Rhoynar, and the First Men, Lord of the Seven Kingdoms</span><br/><br/>Aerion hadn't realized just how angry he was until he saw the way Lord Steffon and Lady Lassa were reacting. <span style=""font-style: italic"">You idot! That's one of your most important vassals! What in seven hells are you doing?</span> Surprised at his own actions, Aerion took a deep breath, and tried to look at the two in front of him with kindness.<br/><br/>""Please... I'm not angry with you. I just lost my temper for a moment... my parents have been on my mind a lot lately. You've done no wrong.""<br/><br/>Smiling, he nodded to Lord Steffon and accepted the gift.<br/><br/>""I would be honored to receive her. And thank you for the gift, I'm certain she'll love it. Now, please, enjoy yourselves before the start of the tourney. If you need anything, ask a servant.""<br/><br/>Nodding politely to the two, he turned and walked away, searching out Lord Tyrell to continue their conversation from earlier. Eventually, he found him.<br/><br/>""Excuse me, Lord Tyrell... could we continue with that conversation now?""<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Haunted Forest, Beyond the Wall<br/>Raven Snow</span><br/><br/>Raven, taking advantage of the fact that his opponent was off balance, advanced, swinging his sword again in an attempt to score a hit. Shadow emerged from the bushes, watching, and returned to the meal he had been taking part in before the man arrived, as did Bryn. Raven could handle things on his own, and, if something went wrong, the two animals would rip the man's throat and eyes out.</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Paramount Loras Tyrell<br/>The Red Keep, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>Loras spun on his heel when he heard the approach of his king, bowing deeply when he saw him. Turning to the Piper messenger, he said, ""Go back to your lord. Tell him that I will see him as soon as possible. Take him to my personal chambers until that time, and explain to him that the full resources of my servants are at his pleasure.""<br/><br/>The Piper messenger went off, leaving Loras and the king alone. ""Of course, Your Grace,"" Loras said. He paused for a moment, waiting for the messenger to be thoroughly gone. ""Whatever questions you have . . ."" Loras had meant to say,<span style=""font-style: italic"">I will answer to the best of my ability,</span>but he instead said, after a pause, "". . . must be very painful. I will always be here to help you, Your Grace."""
14537,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=125,2014-12-23T21:56:00,Arana,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Red Keep, King's Landing, Crownlands<br/>Aerion I Targaryen, King of the Andals, the Rhoynar, and the First Men, Lord of the Seven Kingdoms</span><br/><br/>Aerion discreetly pulled Lord Tyrell into a nearby room, shutting the door after making sure nobody could listen in.<br/><br/>""Well I have a lot. First off, why would my aunt do something like this? What does she even have to gain, and if she truly is responsible, how can she act so loving around me? And why can't I tell anyone? If they already know, what harm could it do?"""
14538,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=125,2014-12-23T22:13:00,Novae Vitae,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Aerion Targaryen""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Arana <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=22899189#p22899189"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Red Keep, King's Landing, Crownlands<br/>Aerion I Targaryen, King of the Andals, the Rhoynar, and the First Men, Lord of the Seven Kingdoms</span><br/><br/>Aerion discreetly pulled Lord Tyrell into a nearby room, shutting the door after making sure nobody could listen in.<br/><br/>""Well I have a lot. First off, why would my aunt do something like this? What does she even have to gain, and if she truly is responsible, how can she act so loving around me? And why can't I tell anyone? If they already know, what harm could it do?""</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Paramount Loras Tyrell<br/>The Red Keep, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>Loras sighed. ""Your Grace, your aunt came to King's Landing when she eleven. She spent most of her childhood in fear. She learned that, in order to protect herself, she would have to hurt others and steal power. So, when the opportunity arose to be regent, she took it. She did not believe that House Tyrell would have the might in King's Landing to defy her own followers.""<br/><br/>Loras paused. He thought for a moment. ""Your Grace . . . I am going to entertain a thought. Your father has just been beheaded by your betrothed. Your brother is at war with that same killer, and he orders his men to beat you mercilessly if you don't act<span style=""font-style: italic"">exactly</span>as he wants. This was Sansa's life. She was forced to learn to lie, to hide what she felt, when she was very,<span style=""font-style: italic"">very</span>young.""<br/><br/>Loras waited for the king to absorb that before he continued. ""Everyone knows, true--but no one knows that<span style=""font-style: italic"">you</span>know. People are threatened by knowledge, Your Grace. If Sansa Arryn believes that her life may be threatened in your desire for justice, she will lash out. Many innocents will die. My dearest aunt and uncle. Your betrothed, though I pray the Maid would spare her. And, if Sansa brings forth the horrible wolf in her heart . . . I tremble to think of what would happen to you, as it happened to your beloved mother, if only the slightest flaw in your protection were to appear.""<br/><br/>Loras smiled sadly. He took Aerion's hand again. ""But I promise you,"" he said, ""none of that will happen as long as you tell no one."""
14539,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=125,2014-12-23T22:21:00,Arana,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Red Keep, King's Landing, Crownlands<br/>Aerion I Targaryen, King of the Andals, the Rhoynar, and the First Men, Lord of the Seven Kingdoms</span><br/><br/>Aerion, once more on the verge of tears, sat in silence for a moment, before turning to face Lord Tyrell.<br/><br/>""If that is the case, let me ask this. Why should I believe that you're telling the truth? Is there any proof that the aunt who treated me like one of her own children for fifteen years was responsible for the murder of my parents? Are there any reasons I shouldn't invite my brothers back to King's Landing and discuss this with them? And if my aunt is responsible, is there any reason for her to not immediately face justice?"""
14540,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=125,2014-12-23T22:40:00,Novae Vitae,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Aerion Targaryen""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Arana <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=22899426#p22899426"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Red Keep, King's Landing, Crownlands<br/>Aerion I Targaryen, King of the Andals, the Rhoynar, and the First Men, Lord of the Seven Kingdoms</span><br/><br/>Aerion, once more on the verge of tears, sat in silence for a moment, before turning to face Lord Tyrell.<br/><br/>""If that is the case, let me ask this. Why should I believe that you're telling the truth? Is there any proof that the aunt who treated me like one of her own children for fifteen years was responsible for the murder of my parents? Are there any reasons I shouldn't invite my brothers back to King's Landing and discuss this with them? And if my aunt is responsible, is there any reason for her to not immediately face justice?""</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Paramount Loras Tyrell<br/>The Red Keep, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>""Why would I risk lying to you?"" Loras asked. ""How simple it would have been for me to keeping feeding you the lies the rest of the court had been giving to you--even my dear aunt Margaery, though, in her case, out of love. Your Grace, it would have been easy to lie. It was the<span style=""font-style: italic"">right thing</span>to tell the truth. I only hope to be honest with you.""<br/><br/>Loras paused. ""There will never be proof, Your Grace. Has there ever been? Was there proof when Larys Strong slew Aegon II? When Euron Greyjoy killed his brother Balon? When my own great-grandmother killed the tyrant Joffrey? You must trust in what those present had to say--my own uncle Loras, to whom I am the namesake, knows this well. My father told me, and he was present when your parents died, on the very night!""<br/><br/>And then Loras smirked. ""Such a great notion of justice you have. It is admirable, Your Grace."" Loras's face slipped quickly into a frown. ""But if you seize Sansa Arryn now, the Vale will rise in rebellion. The North will follow, and likely the Riverlands. They will all flock to your brother. You and I will be hanged beside my uncle, and my aunt and her daughter--your<span style=""font-style: italic"">betrothed</span>--will kept at the pleasure of the conquerors. Perhaps they will be given to the Dothraki, as a peace-offering. Is that what you want, Your Grace--that you betrothed should be the toy of savages?""<br/><br/>Loras stepped back. He seized the handle of the door. ""If it is, go--seize Sansa Arryn.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Break, boy,</span>Loras thought, though he did not show it.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Gods compel you, break like fallen glass. Let me be here for you.</span>"
14541,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=150,2014-12-23T22:56:00,New Granadeseret,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Baratheon-Swanns</span><br/><br/>The siblings let their king go about his business, having made their offers and not wanting to keep him with a formal farewell; the boy clearly anxious about something. They stood silently for a moment, until Aerion was well out of earshot, Lassa being the first to speak.<br/><br/>""Lord-brother,"" she mumbled, still slightly shaking from Aerion's simmering rage; speaking as though were a volcano on the edge of erupting. ""The King seems very... intense."" The last word could barely be made out, not wanting anybody to hear a possible insult against the King.<br/><br/>""His wedding is nearly here."" Steffon reminded her, trying to rationalize it, even though he had a sinking feeling he'd made some sort of faux paus. ""Any man would be a little nervous over such a serious commitment."" Casually the pair worked their way through the hall, stopping to play meet-and-greet with various second and third tier lords; Redforts, Farmans, and Flints, Steffon ending up having to lightly push a few hands away as some of the minor lordlings exchanged a few short, akward words with his sister, eventually reaching the stairways back to the quarters, Steffon guiding them back to his room. Lassa's own escort having already brought her things up, she quickly set herself down, brushing through her hair as Steffon tried to distract himself with his book... but Melisandre's words hanging too heavily on his mind.<br/><br/>""I'll tell the guard not to let anybody in."" Steffon declared as he flipped his tome shut, placing a finger to his temple.<br/><br/>Lassa glanced back at him... slightly forlorn. ""Can't we have just a little time together?"" She whimpered... almost pleading not to be left alone. Steffon's heartstrings feel extremely pressed... but he managed to respond with a no.<br/><br/>""What would the other families think of the proud House Baratheon remained lock up in their rooms?"" He asked her, still not sounding entirely convinced of his own argument. ""I must make our presence know... but I shall be back by evening. We can catch up in front of the nightfire."" He offered, as he stepped out the door; walking through the floor's hall; spotting a collection in front of the Stark chambers; one unfamiler face, the other he recognized as the Lord of Riverrun, and Ser Hugo; a knight in the service of Thunderhoof Hall and so, in a way, one of his vassels he'd been forced to memorize.<br/><br/>""Lord Tully."" He interrupted, easing the tension as he picked up his pace down the hallway to greet them. ""I do not mean to intrude... but I've made it a duty to introduce myself to all my fellow Lords-Paramount this evening."" He offer a hand, though glancing back at Hugo, curious as to what he was doing here. ""Lord Steffon Baratheon of Storm's End, if I may.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Oran</span><br/><br/>Oran was almost amazed at how well this kid was handling himself.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Maybe I""m getting older than I thought</span>he reason, as he stumbled back, unable to get a sold swing, forced to try to deflect that attacks from this strange sword, a tree behind him limiting how much more he was able to backup. The clash of metal on crystal sounded throughout the forest, Oran's shouts each time he attempted to make a strike going just as far. Surely , it woulden't be long until...<br/><br/>""Commander?"" He heard a voice from in the trees, as three other wildling warriors, armed with birch and bone spears, came on the scene, arraying themselves tot he side of the battlefield. ""Alright kid"" one said, staring sinisterly. ""Come with us and we'll let you die nice and quick."""
14542,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=150,2014-12-23T23:58:00,Toronina,"Brynden walked back to his quarters, suspicious of the man. It seemed someone was eavesdropping on the conversation, but who was this Lord Maxwell, and why did he want to spy on them. ""Welcome back Father."" Said Hoster and Lucas. When he came through the door he greated his children with hugs. After the tourney, he would leave the city as soon as possible, as he disliked being here. The city reeked of more then just waste, and the Tyrell's were bound the have spies. Who knew what lies they had placed into Aerion's head. He sat down at his bed and laid down, drifting off to sleep."
14543,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=150,2014-12-24T05:37:00,The cold ice,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Imperial Republica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=22897511#p22897511"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Aye my lords, the rose sygil was hidden under a black overcoat mind you, but I saw it none the less. When the man turned to run, I got a glimpse of a red rose on his surcoat. I beg of you to believe me when I say that house Tyrosus bears none of you any ill-will! My liege Lord Maxwell was close as kin with Lord Eddard before he died, and fought for his son Robb during the war. I come bearing words for Lord Stark, and if it please him, you lords as well. I ask only of a moment of his time when he can to hear me out.""</div></blockquote><br/>""I fear Lord Stark is speaking to his wife at the moment. But I should think..."" Robert fell silent as the lord of the Stormlands approached. ""Lord Baratheon."" He took Steffon's hand. He then pointed to the other two men in turn. ""This is Karsten Bolton, and this man is..."" Robert paused. The knight had never spoken his name. ""This man is a knight, in service to Lord Maxwell. I can't admit to having heard of the man. One of your Stormlords, perhaps?"" There were no Dornishmen at court, and the man was not Ironborn, that was clear. There was no Lord Maxwell in the North or the Vale that he knew of either."
14544,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=150,2014-12-24T09:47:00,The Imperial Republica,"<blockquote><div><cite>The cold ice <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=22901268#p22901268"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Imperial Republica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=22897511#p22897511"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Aye my lords, the rose sygil was hidden under a black overcoat mind you, but I saw it none the less. When the man turned to run, I got a glimpse of a red rose on his surcoat. I beg of you to believe me when I say that house Tyrosus bears none of you any ill-will! My liege Lord Maxwell was close as kin with Lord Eddard before he died, and fought for his son Robb during the war. I come bearing words for Lord Stark, and if it please him, you lords as well. I ask only of a moment of his time when he can to hear me out.""</div></blockquote><br/>""I fear Lord Stark is speaking to his wife at the moment. But I should think..."" Robert fell silent as the lord of the Stormlands approached. ""Lord Baratheon."" He took Steffon's hand. He then pointed to the other two men in turn. ""This is Karsten Bolton, and this man is..."" Robert paused. The knight had never spoken his name. ""This man is a knight, in service to Lord Maxwell. I can't admit to having heard of the man. One of your Stormlords, perhaps?"" There were no Dornishmen at court, and the man was not Ironborn, that was clear. There was no Lord Maxwell in the North or the Vale that he knew of either.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ser Hugo</span><br/><br/>""Aye my lord,"" Hugo interrupted, ""Lord Maxwell was a lord in service to King Stannis, and now Lord Steffon. I must say that I'm a bit surprised that you've never heard of the man, though. He fought for the Young Wolf some years back, before the Red Wedding of course, and his men made up the bulk of Stannis's army after the Blackwater. I guess up North, you lords have your own heroes to remember, but we have ours too, down South."" Ser Hugo hoped he hadn't offended with his tone, but he could not stand idly by and suffer his Liege Lord's name forgotten to history."
14545,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=150,2014-12-24T10:15:00,New Granadeseret,"<blockquote><div><cite>The cold ice <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=22901268#p22901268"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Imperial Republica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=22897511#p22897511"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Aye my lords, the rose sygil was hidden under a black overcoat mind you, but I saw it none the less. When the man turned to run, I got a glimpse of a red rose on his surcoat. I beg of you to believe me when I say that house Tyrosus bears none of you any ill-will! My liege Lord Maxwell was close as kin with Lord Eddard before he died, and fought for his son Robb during the war. I come bearing words for Lord Stark, and if it please him, you lords as well. I ask only of a moment of his time when he can to hear me out.""</div></blockquote><br/>""I fear Lord Stark is speaking to his wife at the moment. But I should think..."" Robert fell silent as the lord of the Stormlands approached. ""Lord Baratheon."" He took Steffon's hand. He then pointed to the other two men in turn. ""This is Karsten Bolton, and this man is..."" Robert paused. The knight had never spoken his name. ""This man is a knight, in service to Lord Maxwell. I can't admit to having heard of the man. One of your Stormlords, perhaps?"" There were no Dornishmen at court, and the man was not Ironborn, that was clear. There was no Lord Maxwell in the North or the Vale that he knew of either.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Indeed. Lord Maxwell Tyrosus of Thunderhoof Hold."" Steffon acknowledged, hopefully giving Hugo's words some more credibility. ""He served my grandfather well in his youth, and I couldn't ask for a more diligent vassal. Though..."" He turned back to Hugo, one eyebrow raised. ""If you're looking for your liege's chambers, Ser Hugo, he should be at least one floor down."" It was only than that he was willing to look towards the Bolton... even this far to the south the infamy of the Flayed Man, and one of the primary enemies of his grandfather's rule in the North, did not carry much respect. ""Is everything alright with Lady Stark? She seemed... troubled earlier."" He asked, calling back to her little outburst with the Loron in front of the entire Keep."
14546,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=150,2014-12-24T10:22:00,Arana,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Red Keep, King's Landing, Crownlands<br/>Aerion I Targaryen, King of the Andals, the Rhoynar, and the First Men, Lord of the Seven Kingdoms</span><br/><br/>Aerion wanted to scream. He was supposed to be the most powerful person in Westeros, and yet he had never felt so helpless. If Lord Tyrell was telling the truth, and it seemed as if he was, then the women who killed his parents was right there, well within his reach, and yet he couldn't lay a finger on her. He was fifteen, almost a man grown, and yet he felt like a young child. Why did this all have to happen today? He had already been in enough stress over his wedding and the tourney, but now there was this to deal with. He could only hope that the tourney would relieve some stress.<br/><br/>""No... but there must be... something...""<br/><br/>Putting his head in his hands, he finally began to silently cry, everything combined too much for him to handle. He could only wonder what his parents would have done in this position, and that only made him more sad.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Haunted Forest, Beyond the Wall<br/>Raven Snow</span><br/><br/>Raven saw the other men coming out of the corner of his eye, and decided he would need to speed things up. Running at the first man, evidently the leader of them, he swung at his hand, hitting it and knocking the sword from it. Almost instantly after, Shadow tackled him, using his immense weight to keep the man on the ground. Raven then turned to the others and charged, kicking snow into their faces while slashing. The first of them took a hit to the neck, the second the chest, and the third was stabbed through the heart. Grinning, Raven watched the men fall, before walking back over to their leader and holding his blade right in the man's face.<br/><br/>""Ready to be reunited with your friends?"""
14547,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=150,2014-12-24T10:30:00,The cold ice,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Granadeseret <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=22902939#p22902939"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Indeed. Lord Maxwell Tyrosus of Thunderhoof Hold."" Steffon acknowledged, hopefully giving Hugo's words some more credibility. ""He served my grandfather well in his youth, and I couldn't ask for a more diligent vassal. Though..."" He turned back to Hugo, one eyebrow raised. ""If you're looking for your liege's chambers, Ser Hugo, he should be at least one floor down."" It was only than that he was willing to look towards the Bolton... even this far to the south the infamy of the Flayed Man, and one of the primary enemies of his grandfather's rule in the North, did not carry much respect. ""Is everything alright with Lady Stark? She seemed... troubled earlier."" He asked, calling back to her little outburst with the Loron in front of the entire Keep.</div></blockquote><br/>""Tyrosus..."" Robert mulled on the name a while. ""Yes, I recall his name now. I fear I know little of Lords south of the Blackwater, even if they were heroes of a war that ended before I could even speak."" He caught that Steffon did not know of the knight's mission, before the question of the Lady Stark came up. ""That is a family matter. We should not have heard it at all, but now that we have, I do not think we should spread it. You need not fear for her, however. She seems in all health."" It seemed unwise to spread word of that business."
14548,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=150,2014-12-24T10:44:00,Nuridia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Tomia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=22896892#p22896892"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Nuridia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=22896645#p22896645"">wrote</a>:</cite>Eugenia laughed at her daughter's adamance. ""You remind me so much of myself my dear, why do you think your middle name's Eugenia?"" she laughed and then heard her words. ""I said the exact same words to my father when I was your age, I'm never going to marry!"" ""No way, I want to be a knight!"" ""But look where I am now, married with seven children!"" ""You can be a wife and a warrior, you just have to find the right man like I did."" ""It took your father forever, he proposed about eight times before I said yes but I eventually said yes and now my life is good."" ""You just have to find a strong man who can handle a strong woman, who will support you and your dreams."" Eugenia said to her daughter.</div></blockquote><br/>""He proposed 8 times? Wow, he must of really wanted you."" Talia said in surprise. Rickon couldn't help but laugh, ""Yes, I did. I didn't want anyone else."" Rickon said sincerely. ""Still, even though you guys love each other. I doubt I'll find anyone like that. All the Knights I've met are macho and think a woman is only good for what she can do in the kitchen and in their bed chamber."" She said seriously. ""I want to be a Dame father, please?"" She asked him sincerely, looking up at him hopefully. Rickon sighed, ""I'll think about it Lia, I promise.""</div></blockquote><br/>Eugenia smiled at her husband's answer and then she hearc ommotion going on. ""It seems that an awful lot is going down in the Great Hall, I believe we probably should head there."" ""The King could be in danger or worse, and I think we're missing out on something important."" Lady Srark rose from her table and sheathed her weapons. You can't go to any royal occasion without being armed these days."
14549,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=150,2014-12-24T10:57:00,Tomia,"Rickon frowned when he heard the commotion as well. He nodded to his wife. ""We should see what is going on."" He said, heading for the door. Talia stood up, ""I want to come with you, if there's a problem you'll need help."" She insisted. Rickon sighed and nodded reluctantly, ""Fine, but be careful."" He said as the Stark family headed out the door."
14550,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=150,2014-12-24T11:28:00,New Granadeseret,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Steffon Baratheon-Swann</span><br/><br/>""Of course... I didn't mean to pry."" He quickly apologized. ""I just wanted to know if there was an issue with the lady's health. I'm versed in many... alchemical secrets and would have been delighted to brew something for her ills.""<span style=""font-style: italic"">It must be a very serious matter... if she struck out at Loran over it</span>. His thought was interrupted, however, as the Starks sought to leave their chambers; the build-up of bodies in the hallway now starting to get a few odd looks from the posted guardsmen.<br/><br/>""Oh... pardon us."" Steffon shuffled back, making space for the Starks to squeeze through if they were in a hurry.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Oran</span><br/><br/>Simple wooden spear shafts coulden't block a proper sword; what attempts the warriors did make resulting in their weapons being snapped in half. Struggling under the weight of what had to be some kind of direwolf, claws scratching up his chest as he struggled to stand, Oran could only watch as his men were cut down. He tried to reach for his weapon, but coulden't find enough purchase in the snow, slipping back down each time her tried to stretch. His eyes looked right up into the boys... his instinct for survival kicking in.<br/><br/>""Peace."" He coughed up, speaking a stuggle with all that bulk blocking his breathing. ""I've never seen somebody your age so apt with a sword... perhaps you woulden't be unwelcome as I thought."" His mind was easing down at this point; either accepting his death or confident is plan might work. ""I'll forgive you for hunting our lands... if you'd do me the honor of joining our clan. It'll be warmer and safer than wandering about on your own."""
14551,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=150,2014-12-24T11:41:00,Arana,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Haunted Forest, Beyond the Wall<br/>Raven Snow</span><br/><br/>Raven smirked down at the man, patting Shadow's head as he held him down. Slowly, he ran the ice cold blade of his weapon up the side of the warrior's face. Raven knelt down beside the man, keeping his blade close to Oran's throat.<br/><br/>""I suppose I could... or I could let Shadow here have you. And he's just so hungry, since you interrupted his other meal...""<br/><br/>Laughing, Raven stood again, calling Shadow off. The direwolf slowly backed away and returned to eating the deer carcass, watching the two humans closely.<br/><br/>""Very well. It beats wandering around in the cold. Take me there."""
14552,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=150,2014-12-24T11:43:00,Aurinsula,"<blockquote><div><cite>Tomia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=22903350#p22903350"">wrote</a>:</cite>Rickon frowned when he heard the commotion as well. He nodded to his wife. ""We should see what is going on."" He said, heading for the door. Talia stood up, ""I want to come with you, if there's a problem you'll need help."" She insisted. Rickon sighed and nodded reluctantly, ""Fine, but be careful."" He said as the Stark family headed out the door.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Sansa and Jeor Arryn - and it does indeed seem strange to write about them like that, like they were husband and wife - but anyway, these two had meant to leave, to retire to Sansa's villa up on Rhaenys's Hill (Sansa was a formidable proprietress in King's Landing) and await either dinner or the next day's tourney, but fate had other plans - for soon enough, brother and sister encountered one another in the halls.<br/><br/>Sansa was wordless when she saw Rickon, and could do nothing but open her arms to take him into her embrace. She was doing a lot of that today, it seems - but whatever games she may or may not have been playing with the King, she definitely had none here.<br/><br/>""How long has it been? More than a decade, surely."" Then she turned to Talia.<br/><br/>""Talia. I wouldn't be surprised if you didn't remember me; the last time we met, you were just a baby. And look at you now; a fine young woman.""<br/><br/>* * * * *<br/><br/>Meanwhile, in Mereen, a letter arrives at long last.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""A Letter""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-style: italic"">To my dear nephew, Aemon Targaeryen of his many titles,<br/><br/>I write this letter to you on the eve of your brother's wedding. I attend it with some sadness, for as the Lords of Westeros gather like crows around the Red Keep, Margaery Tyrell's grasp over the Iron Throne seems unshakeable. Nevertheless, I have some hope that I can drive a wedge between her and her retainers; the memory of your parents' death is still a fresh one among all those who loved him, as is the memory of the crime done against you.<br/><br/>I also place my hopes in your brother Aerion. I know well how much the thought of him must aggrieve you, but so too must I also beg you to forgive him. He was crowned as a child, before he knew the nature of the people around him. We have been parted five years, and when I left him he was but yet a small child. I can only pray to the Seven Above that in coming to manhood, he will attain the strength of character needed to shed his advisers and take up better counsel.<br/><br/>Rest assured - <span style=""font-weight: bold"">Westeros remembers you.</span> I can only hope, in my heart of hearts, that you in turn remember Westeros, and remember your own people.<br/><br/>Give my love to Desiree and to your daughter, and know that when the time is right, your family will come to your aid.<br/><br/>Your aunt, who first of all people laid her hands upon you,<br/> - Sansa Arryn<br/></span></div></div></div>"
14553,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=150,2014-12-24T11:53:00,Lunas Legion,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Hall of the Triarchs, Old Volantis</span><br/><br/>""You cannot mean to go ahead with this..."" The Norvosi coughed, glancing down at the floor. ""This madness. To attack Aero now? We know he is coming for either Myr or Pentos most likely, so why not simply wait?""<br/><br/>""We need to reclaim the initiative from him."" Zereno stood from his throne. It was a great chair of black obsidian, cold and hard, like any man whoever sat in it would have to be to survive. It had last been sat on when Volantis had attempted and failed in it's conquests of the other Free Cities, before the rise of the Triarchy. Now, with the Triarchy once again removed, and himself in power, the throne had been placed back in it's former position.<br/><br/>""We cannot wait for him to sail against us once again. Lys and Tyrosh, both naval powers in their own right, fell to him. You know what happened to Lys. Do you wish for that to happen to Norvos?""<br/><br/>""Norvos has no coast, and neither does our ally Qohor. You persuaded us to join your 'Rhoynar League' claiming it was a defensive alliance against the Dothraki hordes, but now I see it for what it truly is. A league for Volantis to reclaim the mantle of Old Valyria with and to defeat Aero. It never was anything more, was it?"" The envoy spun on his heel, but turned back to look over his shoulder at Zereno. ""As the representative of Norvos in the Rhoynar League and with the full authority invested in me by my masters, I hereby state that Norvos is no longer a member of your 'Rhoynar League', and I am sure our Qohori allies will be sending you a similar message, Triarch-for-Life.""<br/><br/>Zereno was silent as he left. The attack would still go ahead regardless. He had given all the League's cities 2 weeks advance preparation to hire mercenaries and organise their fleets, and although he had suspected that Norvos and Qohor would leave, he had expected the Qohori to leave first. No doubt they would announce that they had left later on, perhaps tomorrow, but he knew that they would leave; they could not send any forces against Aero, not with the Dothraki on the horizon.<br/><hr/><br/><br/>The Qohori had sent a letter, rather than an envoy, to announce leaving the League. Said latter arrived the next day, was skimmed over, and swiftly dropped in a brazier. But the attack would go ahead anyway; the date had been set for the fleets to head out in 5 days, no matter what.<br/><br/>What mattered was whether Pentos and Myr would go along with his gamble or not. The attack itself was a bold one; his own Volantine fleet would sail along the coast and through the Stepstones to attack Tyrosh from the south whilst the Myrmen and the Pentoshi moved in from the north. If the attack on Tyrosh succeeded, a quarter of what remained of the three fleets would remain to defend Tyrosh whilst the rest sailed to attack and retake Lys.<br/><br/>It would probably end in disaster; he had no idea of the enemy's strength or disposition, but in war, who dares, wins."
14554,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=150,2014-12-24T12:25:00,The cold ice,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Robert Tully<br/>Inside the Red Keep</span><br/>With the arrival of the Starks and Jeor the hallway seemed near to burst. Nevertheless, Robert managed to maneuver his way to the Lord of the Vale. ""Lord Arryn, good to see you."" He extended a hand. ""How are things in the Vale?"""
14555,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=150,2014-12-24T12:47:00,Tomia,"As Rickon walked our of the room with his family he was suddenly pulled into an embrace. When he realized it was Sansa, he hugged hee back warmly. He hadn't seen his sister in years, he was shocked to see her again. ""Sansa? Is that really you? It's been far too long sister, far too long."" Rickon told his older sister. Talia blushed a little at Sansa's compliments, ""it's great to see you Aunt Sansa. I do remember you a little. I'm glad you're here."" She told her aunt sincerely."
14556,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=150,2014-12-24T13:01:00,Nuridia,"""Dear sister-in-law, it has been far too long!"" Eugenia said, greeting Sansa warmly. She was thinner then the last time that she had sen her, almost painfully so but still very strong-looking and that was a very rare combination. Lady Stark supposed that with all she had been through, Sansa had the strength of a hundred armies in her spirit. ""The little ones along with Ned are upstairs still, if I had known you would be here I would've brought them down to see you."" Eugenia said as a raven curl of hair escaped from her braid."
14557,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=150,2014-12-24T14:16:00,Novae Vitae,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Aerion Targaryen""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Arana <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=22903013#p22903013"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Red Keep, King's Landing, Crownlands<br/>Aerion I Targaryen, King of the Andals, the Rhoynar, and the First Men, Lord of the Seven Kingdoms</span><br/><br/>Aerion wanted to scream. He was supposed to be the most powerful person in Westeros, and yet he had never felt so helpless. If Lord Tyrell was telling the truth, and it seemed as if he was, then the women who killed his parents was right there, well within his reach, and yet he couldn't lay a finger on her. He was fifteen, almost a man grown, and yet he felt like a young child. Why did this all have to happen today? He had already been in enough stress over his wedding and the tourney, but now there was this to deal with. He could only hope that the tourney would relieve some stress.<br/><br/>""No... but there must be... something...""<br/><br/>Putting his head in his hands, he finally began to silently cry, everything combined too much for him to handle. He could only wonder what his parents would have done in this position, and that only made him more sad.</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Paramount Loras Tyrell<br/>The Red Keep, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>Loras stepped to his king quickly, eager to seize upon the emotional vulnerability of the boy. He pulled the boy into himself, careful to avoid the dragon Aerax with his arms. ""It will be better soon,"" Loras said, as Aerion cried. ""I promise you, Your Grace, it will better soon.""<br/><br/>For a time, Loras simply held him. After, however, he said, ""I can help you, Your Grace. You need only heed my advice."""
14558,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=150,2014-12-24T14:25:00,Arana,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Red Keep, King's Landing, Crownlands<br/>Aerion I Targaryen, King of the Andals, the Rhoynar, and the First Men, Lord of the Seven Kingdoms</span><br/><br/>For awhile, the young king just cried quietly, hardly even noticing that Lord Tyrell was beside him. His anger and embarrassment at himself for breaking down like he was only made things worse. It made him feel pathetic, like a baby, not like a king should act. It took some time, but eventually he was able to pull himself together.<br/><br/>""Yes... yes, please. Tell me what I need to do."""
14559,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=150,2014-12-24T14:50:00,Novae Vitae,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Aerion Targaryen""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Arana <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=22905356#p22905356"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Red Keep, King's Landing, Crownlands<br/>Aerion I Targaryen, King of the Andals, the Rhoynar, and the First Men, Lord of the Seven Kingdoms</span><br/><br/>For awhile, the young king just cried quietly, hardly even noticing that Lord Tyrell was beside him. His anger and embarrassment at himself for breaking down like he was only made things worse. It made him feel pathetic, like a baby, not like a king should act. It took some time, but eventually he was able to pull himself together.<br/><br/>""Yes... yes, please. Tell me what I need to do.""</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Paramount Loras Tyrell<br/>The Red Keep, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>Loras backed from Aerion by a pace, keeping one hand on his shoulder. With his free hand he wiped a stray tear from Aerion's red face. His touch was delicate, and his sympathy he made to appear genuine.<br/><br/>""It is good that you understand, Your Grace. Lesser kings would not,"" Loras said. ""Now, we cannot seize Sansa . . . but we can take support from her. Her most valuable and staunchest ally is the Starks. The heir, Eddard, can be appointed as your royal companion, or something to that effect. As for the eldest girl, Talia--she can be made a lady-in-waiting to your betrothed. When you make this offer to Lord Rickon, make sure it is done very,<span style=""font-style: italic"">very</span>publicly, and make sure I am near. If Lord Stark refuses, his shame shall never leave him, and his vassals will abandon him.""<br/><br/>Loras waited for Aerion to understand. ""Then, you will need to undermine Tully's position. He is close to the Lord of Harrenhal, but if he is seen as associating closely with Jeor Arryn, that opinion will change rapidly. Lord Piper's ambition is well-known; I will make him a personal ally. I am sure we can drive a wedge between Tully and Blackwood as well.""<br/><br/>Then Loras's mind switched to his allies. ""You told me that you required a Master of Ships--that is a position fit for Lord Greyjoy. We will have to pull him towards our fold. As for Lord Baratheon, I am sure I can coax him into letting me marry his sister. This will mean Sansa will only have the Vale to her support, and perhaps a fractured Riverlands. Men will tremble to behold that.""<br/><br/>Loras waited again for Aerion's comprehension. ""Do you understand what must be done, Your Grace?"""
14560,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=150,2014-12-24T14:53:00,New Granadeseret,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Melisandre, Storm's End, The Stormlands</span><br/><br/>Melisandre set down her quill and bottled up the inkwell as she examed the two pieces of parchment in front of her. The ink on both was still we; messages freshly written, as her eyes scanned down them dutifully; looking for any possible error to correct before she sent them out; each vitally important in its own way.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">My young lord Steffon,<br/><br/>To interrupt your earthly duties is last among my intentions, but I must warn you of a dark vision, cast in the ash and soot of His sacred fires. Whatever you do, do not trust the Wolves of Winterfell... for in their hearts, there is a darkness too deep to understand. I will pray that the Lord sees fit to bestow more vision on me, but for now be wary; winter is cold and full of terrors.<br/><br/>Written in the Light of the Lord</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To the illustrious Lord of Sunstone, Crusader King of the Stepstones, Lys, and Tyrosh, and Blessed Servent of R'hllor, Areo Cithien<br/><br/>Though you may not recognize my name, know I have been a loyal voice for our Lord of Light in Westros for many decades now... sadly one of the few welcome in this land of darkness. It is because I have no temple, no brother and sisters nearby that I share this with you; so your own holy men may glean more from my visions. Before the fire, I beseeched His Radiance to grant me a vision of my young ward's future, the young and faithful lord of Storm's End... and was greeted with the ashen face of a wolf; formed from the parts of my offering R'hllor would not accept, with eyes as cold and dead as The Great Other, who's name must not be spoken. I humbly request you present this to your own Priests, so they may help me read what He wishes to have us know. May your sword, in his name, be ever victorious. <br/><br/>Written in the Light of the Lord, Priestess Melisandre of Storm's End</blockquote><br/><br/>After a careful review, she found not great errors in either of her letters and, contented, rolled them shut, sealing each with golden wax in the Baratheon crest, before carrying them up to the palace's rockery, where Maester Pylos; the old man scattering seeds for the raven's to eat, was interrupted by the slamming opening of the door, her cloak billowing in the light breeze.<br/><br/>""Can I help you with something?"" Pylos asked, glancing up from his duties at the imposing figure before him.<br/><br/>""Yes."" Melisandre answered politiely, holding forward the letters one at a time. ""I ask this be sent to King's Landing."" She began, placing the roll into his open palm. ""And this to Sunstone."" The second request gave Pylos a flustered, almost feared look.<br/><br/>""Of course..."" He began, not wanting to argue. ""But... Sunstone, Priestess? But the Dread...""<br/><br/>""The content is of no concern to you, Maester."" She quickly chastised him, pressing the parchment firmer into his palm. ""Send them off.""<br/><br/>Not wanting to risk her wrath... remembering what happened to the last Maester who got on her bad side, Pylos dutifully pulled together two ravens; the one set for Sunstone looking rather ill-used as he tied the messages to their legs, sending them both flying. It would take a few days to for them to arrive... is storm didn't take them out, of course, but it wasen't really the season for that.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Oran</span><br/><br/>He winced as the chilled blade cut into his cheek; the bleeding slugging from the cold, as he stared up... growing less and less defiant by the moment as death seemed a real possibility. At first, he was cursing himself for his weakness... but slowly, it became more a curiosity about the boy, a respect for his swordsmanship, taking in a sharp breath once the wolf was off him; chilling his lungs, but a wonderful sign that he was still alive, as he pushed himself up from the snow.<br/><br/>""A deal's a deal, boy."" He answered, still catching his breath as he started to trudge back towards camp, leaving his fallen clansmen back in the snow; there was nothing he could do for them now, and it would be best not to leave the wolf hungry. It was so... attached to the boy, he coulden't help wondering if he'd either tamed it... or if he was one of those skin-changers he sometimes heard about.<br/><br/>They approached the clearing, much of the clan already packed up, leaving nothing but empty space and mobs of people, many looking at the crew, and the armed boy by their commander's side."
14561,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=150,2014-12-24T15:08:00,Hai Jin Lao,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Red Keep</span><br/><br/>Margaery and Elvina Baratheon (lannister) - Tyrell are looking from their balcony at the many tents, banners and feasting tables being set up in the castle grounds. They gossiped about the many lords and nobles they saw arriving. Margaery tested the young girls knowledge of the sigils and some history of the noble houses.<br/><br/>And there was Loras, leading a proud troop of high-born knights from the Reach. Elvina let out a sigh, with all the pressure placed on her today, it was reassuring to see someone she loved, and trusted, especially with so many brave knights whilst the other houses were here. Who knew what they were up to, scheming, plotting... Why had her mother been so stupid to invite them all, leaving Elvina all vulnerable.<br/><br/>But Margaery knew better than her cunning, yet inexperienced daughter. It was essential to bring some sort of unity to the seven kingdoms after the turmoil of earlier years. The Tyrells had to show strength, display the wealth, and more importantly, reassure ""friends"" that they had what it took to hold power. Margaery noticed that Loras payed particular interest in young Aerion, which was somewhat concerning... He had been gone too long, who knew what he had to say.<br/><br/>""Mother, I do not want to wear this pin..."" As she pointed to the Targaryen brooch attached to her dress.<br/>""I was thinking the same thing, dearest Elvina."" Said Margaery as she replaced it with a brooch of the Tyrell flower.<br/>""Perfect"" they said in unison.<br/><br/>Margaery noticed the tension between the lords bellow. Something was going on, she could feel it... and she did not like it. After all this was HER day. She arranged all this, none of this would have happened if it wasnt for the sacrifices she had to make, for the horrible things she had to do. That was all just whispers and stories now, the Lannisters had helped, knowing how to hide their own secrets. Margaery did always wonder if Elvina was a Baratheon or a Lannister.... She was to be a Targaryen now. But so long as she was loyal to Highgarden, no name mattered. The Tyrells had long been ignored, often thought too weak to hold any real power, and with her disgraced brother's love affair with that feeble man Renly... it looked as though they never would.<br/><br/>Yet here they were, and if today went well it could secure a long line of Tyrell rulers, afterall... Aerion would be king... but Aerion was also only a boy. And boys would do as they were told.... They always did, as she knew from her experience with Tommen.<br/><br/>""Ser Goldwin! Please send for Loras and Aerion! I think we all need a little discussion about today's busy schedule.... We wouldn't want any mistakes to slip...""<br/>""Yes, your grace!""<br/><br/>And a group of goldcloaks to bring both of them to her, in secrecy of course...<br/><br/>Margaery had made a point of remaining hidden with Elvina this morning. She would bring her subjects to her, as and when she commanded. They were after all<span style=""font-style: italic"">her</span>guests... This was<span style=""font-style: italic"">her</span>day... And as much as she loved her daughter Elvina... she didn't feel any sympathy for hiding her true motives."
14562,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=150,2014-12-24T15:35:00,Yngen,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Granadeseret <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=22903638#p22903638"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Steffon Baratheon-Swann</span><br/><br/>""Of course... I didn't mean to pry."" He quickly apologized. ""I just wanted to know if there was an issue with the lady's health. I'm versed in many... alchemical secrets and would have been delighted to brew something for her ills."" <span style=""font-style: italic"">It must be a very serious matter... if she struck out at Loran over it</span>. His thought was interrupted, however, as the Starks sought to leave their chambers; the build-up of bodies in the hallway now starting to get a few odd looks from the posted guardsmen.<br/><br/>""Oh... pardon us."" Steffon shuffled back, making space for the Starks to squeeze through if they were in a hurry. </div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Karsten Bolton</span><br/><br/>The Lord of the Dreadfort did not like the haughty manner in which this Baratheon spoke to his liege lord.<br/>""The Lady Stark is well cared-for by her maesters, southron."""
14563,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=150,2014-12-24T18:48:00,The Imperial Republica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Yngen <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=22906006#p22906006"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Granadeseret <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=22903638#p22903638"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Steffon Baratheon-Swann</span><br/><br/>""Of course... I didn't mean to pry."" He quickly apologized. ""I just wanted to know if there was an issue with the lady's health. I'm versed in many... alchemical secrets and would have been delighted to brew something for her ills."" <span style=""font-style: italic"">It must be a very serious matter... if she struck out at Loran over it</span>. His thought was interrupted, however, as the Starks sought to leave their chambers; the build-up of bodies in the hallway now starting to get a few odd looks from the posted guardsmen.<br/><br/>""Oh... pardon us."" Steffon shuffled back, making space for the Starks to squeeze through if they were in a hurry. </div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Karsten Bolton</span><br/><br/>The Lord of the Dreadfort did not like the haughty manner in which this Baratheon spoke to his liege lord.<br/>""The Lady Stark is well cared-for by her maesters, southron.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Ser Hugo shot a venomous look at the Bolton. ""I will have to ask that you show a little more respect towards Lord Baratheon here...After all, it was by his Grandfather's good graces that your house still exists."""
14564,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=150,2014-12-24T22:05:00,Arana,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Red Keep, King's Landing, Crownlands<br/>Aerion I Targaryen, King of the Andals, the Rhoynar, and the First Men, Lord of the Seven Kingdoms</span><br/><br/>Aerion nodded slowly in understanding as Loras spoke, wiping his tears away. The man was smart, impressively so. He would make a good ally, or a very, very dangerous enemy. Considering his ideas, Aerion pet Aerax's head.<br/><br/>""I see... what if I was to find some position for Lady or Lord Stark here in Kings Landing, where they can be watched? Maybe that would help?<br/><br/>His thoughts were interrupted by the entrance of a gold cloak. Evidently, his future mother-in-law wanted them.<br/><br/>""It seems that Lady Margaery wishes to speak to us. Shall we go see her, or pretend the guard got lost on the way here?""<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Haunted Forest, Beyond the Wall<br/>Raven Snow</span><br/><br/>Raven grinned as the man stood, and silently followed him on the way back to wherever he and from. Shadow and Bryn followed him just as silently, all three of them with blood on their faces. As they approached the camp, Raven's ice blue eyes scanned the area, taking in the members of the clan and assessing them silently. He could probably take any of them one-on-one if needed, but for now, he'd just try to fit in with them.<br/><br/>Back in the forest, the bodies of the dead warriors were gone. All that remained were two sets of footsteps: one heading towards the camp made by Raven and the other man, and the other leading off into the trees...<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Kosrak, Lhazar, Ghiscari Empire<br/>Viserys Targaryen, Khal of the Great Grass Sea</span><br/><br/>Viserys quickly approached his brother on Drogon's back, careful not to appear too threatening. Drogon, protective of his rider, roared at his green brother, warning him to keep his distance. The dragon had always been very close to Viserys, even allowing the boy to sleep on him when he was a child. The two had an unbreakable bond, and that had always made Aemon angry. Getting close to his brother, Viserys called out in a sarcastic voice.<br/><br/>""Greetings,<span style=""font-style: italic"">your magnificence</span>. Please, would you be so<span style=""font-style: italic"">gracious</span>as to explain why you're here?""<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Sunstone, Kingdom of the Stepstones<br/>Areo Cithien, Pirate King of the Stepstones, Lys, and Tyrosh</span><br/><br/>Areo Cithien sat on his throne, watching as a man was tied to a stake in front of him. The man was a Tyroshi heathen, a follower of some three-headed god. He had been brought to Sunstone as a temple slave after the sack of Tyrosh, but had rebelled and killed one of the priests. As a result, he was to be burned in sacrifice to R'hllor. The timing couldn't have been better. There were many things Areo needed to search the fires for, and hopefully a sacrifice would convince the Lord of Light to show him what he needed to see. In Areo's hand was a letter which had recently arrived from the heathen lands of the west, from a red priestess there. The letter was troubling, and Areo needed to see things for himself. As the wood under the heathen was lit, Areo, along with the rest of the room, bowed his head in prayer.<br/><br/>""Great R'hllor, Lord of Light, God of Flame and Shadow, hear our prayer. Your humble servants sacrifice this heathen to you, in hopes that you will bless us with a vision of times to come. For the night is dark and full of terrors, and threats to your loyal followers lurk in the shadows. Guide us, so that we may continue to share your light with the world.""<br/><br/>As the Tyroshi burned in front of him, his screams echoing throughout the throne room, Areo approached the fire, gazing into the flames. At first, he saw nothing, but soon images began to take shape. The first image was that of a tiger, it's teeth and claws bared as if about to attack. The tiger pounced, and where it landed the flames disappeared for a moment before returning. Next came the image of a tree, one with a thousand and one eyes gazing out of it. The image was ominous to say the least, but what did it mean? What was R'hllor trying to tell him? When no more visions came, Areo returned to his throne, watching as the man, now dead and silent, burned.<br/><br/>""It seems our sister in Westeros was on to something. Get me something to write with. I have a letter to send. And warn my captains to be on their guard, as well as to increase patrols in the Narrow Sea.""<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To Priestess Melisandre of Storm's End<br/><br/>It relieves me that at least one servant of R'hllor resides in the dark lands of the west. After recieving your letter, I looked into my own fires, and saw further troubling images. The first, a tiger pouncing and bringing darkness where he landed, seems clear to me; there have been rumors for some time that Volantis and her allies may be planning an attack. The slaves and priests of Volantis sympathize with our cause, but those who rule the city care only about expanding their own power and wealth. The second image was more cryptic, a thousand and one eyes coming from a tree. I fear this may be some kind of warning similar to that you were shown, but I am unable to take any kind of meaning from it.<br/><br/>If you wish, I can easily send some of my own priests and soldiers to Westeros to assist you in the times to come, and to serve and protect you and your young ward, as well as to spread the light of R'hllor in the dark lands.<br/><br/>Written in the Light of the Lord, <br/>Areo Cithien, Pirate King of the Stepstones, Lys, and Tyrosh</blockquote>"
14565,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=150,2014-12-24T22:33:00,Novae Vitae,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Aerion Targaryen""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Arana <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=22908800#p22908800"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Red Keep, King's Landing, Crownlands<br/>Aerion I Targaryen, King of the Andals, the Rhoynar, and the First Men, Lord of the Seven Kingdoms</span><br/><br/>Aerion nodded slowly in understanding as Loras spoke, wiping his tears away. The man was smart, impressively so. He would make a good ally, or a very, very dangerous enemy. Considering his ideas, Aerion pet Aerax's head.<br/><br/>""I see... what if I was to find some position for Lady or Lord Stark here in Kings Landing, where they can be watched? Maybe that would help?<br/><br/>His thoughts were interrupted by the entrance of a gold cloak. Evidently, his future mother-in-law wanted them.<br/><br/>""It seems that Lady Margaery wishes to speak to us. Shall we go see her, or pretend the guard got lost on the way here?""</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Paramount Loras Tyrell<br/>The Red Keep, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>""A lord Stark was once held by a king,"" Loras Tyrell said, ""and the realm was ripped into five kingdoms thereafter. No, you cannot keep Lord Stark here. He might look. And his wife . . . she is an interesting creature, but dangerous. It would be unwise to put someone with so much power in any royal position.""<br/><br/>Loras paused after, considering. ""I do need to talk with Lady Margaery about something . . . I suppose it could not hurt to speak with her now. But remember, Your Grace--it would be wise to consult me before you make any major decisions; and remember to do as I told you. All will be well after.""<br/><br/>With that, Loras held open the door for Aerion."
14566,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=175,2014-12-24T23:01:00,Arana,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Red Keep, King's Landing, Crownlands<br/>Aerion I Targaryen, King of the Andals, the Rhoynar, and the First Men, Lord of the Seven Kingdoms</span><br/><br/>""Yes... I suppose you're right. And... thank you, Lord Tyrell... for everything. It will not he forgotten.""<br/><br/>Smiling sadly, Aerion steeped out the door, following the gold cloak to where Lady Margaery was waiting."
14567,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=175,2014-12-24T23:10:00,New Granadeseret,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Steffon Baratheon-Swann, The Red Keep, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>While he'd hardly been expecting the most polite response from a Bolton; particularly considering the blood between them, the raw... menace he put into those words still gave him a sense of dread; thankfully easy enough to overcome with a loyal vassal by his side.<br/><br/>""If you saw a frightened lady and did not see her protector around, would you not offer your sword arm to her?"" He questioned, smoothing back down his cloak. ""We alchemists are knights of the mind, protecting from the invisible terrors of plague and pox. I offered nothing more than any nobleman's duty."" Hopefully, an explanation of his intents would be enough to get him to call off his dogs.. though, thankfully, he had his own warrior and a number of witnesses if this Bolton proved to be as violent as his predecessors. Their house was only just building up their reputation after Roose and Ramsay's atrocities. This Lord Bolton wouldn't dare risk that over something this petty... wouldn't he?<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Oran, The Haunted Forest; North of the Wall</span><br/><br/>Oran felt a slight pain in his leg as he walked up to camp, finding his arm over the boy's shoulder. He wanted to keep a close eye on him, stay close and try to figure out his secret. Especially about the strange crystal sword. Perhaps it was some kind of artifact, dug out of a ruin or inherited from his dad or something... that would certainly explain how he hit so strong. ""Here you go lad... your new clan."" He explained, figuring he should stop it there... not wanting to delay their migration for new hunting grounds any longer.<br/><br/>""Oran..."" he heard a few of his warriors run up to him, concerned. ""What's the matter? Where'd that wound come from?""<br/><br/>He just scowled at them... not keen to admit his defeat just yet. ""There's no time for that,"" he shouted; trying to remove any sign of weakness from his voice. ""Bring back my sled for me and the boy here. We're moving south.""<br/><br/>The men looked a little... perplexed. The better hunting grounds right now were north, away from where the other clans were coming together... but after this long of being steered in the right direction, they didn't doubt him now. The orders were shouted throughout the camp, men, women, and children started to trudge through the snow; a mob all heading in the same direction, as the walrus-tusk sled was guided over; the base covered in fur and pulled by a team of 8 tamed wolves, who's eyes were focused on the young one's companion; the team smaller, but looking almost as fierce in its presence. Oran sat himself down... glad to get some rest, as he patted the spot next to him.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Melisandre, Storm's End</span><br/><br/>The days rolled by: Melisandre sure that if the Baratheon children not yet arrived in King's Landing, they would soon. She was in the fortress archives, amusing herself by reading through some of the old legends of this place, when she found her reading interrupted by the puffing out of her candles. The source of the wind was the door, as Maester Pylos; his robes dripping from the rain outside, trudged in, fingers griping like vices around a fine piece of parchment; sealed with the sun-Sigal of the Pirate King.<br/><br/>Spotting this quickly, Melisandre seemed to sweep herself to her feet, her long dress causing it to appear as if she were drifting across the room as the old Maester struggled to catch his breath from the long run from the rockery tower, the Red Lady deftly snatching the paper from his hands as she closed the door in his face; too eager to read the words of one of her fellows after all of these years to care about pleasantries.<br/><br/>She popped the seal open, the candles relighting as she read through the words; slight stained from the weather but still legible; the visions she read of seeming far too familiar.<span style=""font-style: italic"">A thousand and one eyes, coming from a tree</span>... it reminded her of something R'hllor had shown her once, far to the North, where his power started to wane as they approached the Land of Always Winter; a wooden face with a thousand, eerie eyes, staring right at her. ""So... whatever He speaks of has not yet come to pass,"" she mulled to herself, desperate to try to the fires again... but wary of doing so without a sacrifice of her own; something Lord Donnel, Castlen Wagstaff, and Lord Steffon had all forbidden her from doing.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Many already call R'hllor a demon... it would be best not to feed that falsehood</span>they had all said, in one way or another. Nor would she dare send another message to Sunstone so soon... not so long as Pylos might send out his own ravens and spread the word. Putting away her book of legends, she instead pulled from the shelves anything she could find on trees; treatises on botany, geography, and folklore, as she began to research; seeing if there was some key bit of information she was missing."
14568,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=175,2014-12-25T03:08:00,Yngen,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Karsten Bolton, Red Keep</span><br/><br/>Despite his fearsome forebears and his grim visage, Karsten Bolton had in fact once been an knight, anointed in the light of the Seven. Only after he was granted the lands of his ancestors in the North, and turned to worship the gods of his subjects, was he stripped of his knighthood as a heretic. For all his gruff manner, he was not one likely to draw swords over such a small matter.<br/><br/>Karsten shrugged instead. The southerner had been a little rattled, at least enough to respect the privacy of his liege lords."
14569,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=175,2014-12-25T12:09:00,Sebastianbourg,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Sebasion Iranassar,<br/>Free City of Pentos</span><br/><hr/><br/>Lord Sebasion Iranassar had departed his native Lys in haste for the Free City of Pentos in order to meet and care for his bedridden grand-uncle, Magister Illyrio Iranassar, who was rapidly approaching death due to old age (and not a plot to kill him). Unfortunately, he couldn't reach the city as quickly as he would have liked to since it was difficult to find a ship to charter which would be able to hold the vast amount of goods (mostly wine and spices which he had bought from relatives who had returned from faraway lands) he was intending to sell upon his arrival in the Free City of Pentos; his fortune was stored across in family and bank vaults across the Free Cities of Essos and he could not risk to leave Pentos to retrieve the money and have his grand-uncle die in his absence.<br/><br/>Lord Sebasion Iranassar had chosen not to bring any Lysene courtesans with him to his grand-uncle's eight-towered mansion out of a desire to impress fellow aristocrats and merchant-princes with his decency and etiquette but by the time of his arrival in the city it had been decided that he would locate his favourite brothels and could perhaps 'hire' one or two attractive female 'free bond servants' who would serve him as bed-slaves in all but name and could be put to other uses as well.<br/><br/>In general, Lord Sebasion Iranassar was set to spend several reasonably-pleasant months in the city he would perhaps play an important part in ruling one day. Yes, he would be momentarily separated from the majority of his family (they were scattered across the Free Cities but those closest to him were those resident in Lys), his courtesans/bed-slaves and his social circle composed of fellow merchant-lords and scholars and intellectuals of all backgrounds but the end-result would be very convenient for him; he would leave Pentos a Magister (and of course he would inherit his grand-uncle's substantial fortune and prestige)."
14570,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=175,2014-12-25T14:13:00,Hai Jin Lao,"There is a firm knock on Margaery's room and after a short pause<br/><br/>""Enter!""<br/><br/>The goldcloaks open the large wooden door and gesture for Loras and Aerion to go inside. It becomes immediately obvious that Elvina is not there.<br/><br/>""Where is Elvina?"" Asked Aerion, something told him that if Elvina was not here, this conversation would not be about the wedding.<br/>""Well don't you know its bad luck to see your bride before the wedding?"" Margaery laughed, knowing the boy was suspicious.<br/>Margaery looked over at Loras, ""I see you are both well acquainted..."" then gave a smirk that sent shivers up Loras' back.<br/><br/>""As I am sure you are both aware, today<span style=""font-style: italic"">has</span>to go to plan.... for your sake Aerion... I am sure you are old enough to understand that we are not the most popular family in westeros... people may try to tell you vile lies about the Tyrells. Always remember it was me who took you in, mothered you and brought you to be a king!""<br/>Aerion stared, not sure whether to thank Margaery or ask if he could leave. Margaery noticed the tension in the young boy.<br/>""Go, leave us my dear. Enjoy your day! I believe that the tourney is to begin within the hour."" And with a delicate gesture of her hand, the boy left.<br/><br/>Loras turned to leave with him, but the goldcloak would not let him pass. ""Why do I make you so nervous Loras?"" she laughed as the door was closed again leaving the two of them alone. ""What happened down there between the lords?! And where did you take Aerion? What was said?!"" Her tone threatening yet sweet as always. Loras broke a sweat, for some reason despite trusting Margaery, he always felt nervous around her."
14571,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=175,2014-12-25T15:14:00,Novae Vitae,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Margaery Tyrell""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Hai Jin Lao <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=22913717#p22913717"">wrote</a>:</cite>There is a firm knock on Margaery's room and after a short pause <br/><br/>""Enter!""<br/><br/>The goldcloaks open the large wooden door and gesture for Loras and Aerion to go inside. It becomes immediately obvious that Elvina is not there.<br/><br/>""Where is Elvina?"" Asked Aerion, something told him that if Elvina was not here, this conversation would not be about the wedding.<br/>""Well don't you know its bad luck to see your bride before the wedding?"" Margaery laughed, knowing the boy was suspicious.<br/>Margaery looked over at Loras, ""I see you are both well acquainted..."" then gave a smirk that sent shivers up Loras' back.<br/><br/>""As I am sure you are both aware, today <span style=""font-style: italic"">has</span> to go to plan.... for your sake Aerion... I am sure you are old enough to understand that we are not the most popular family in westeros... people may try to tell you vile lies about the Tyrells. Always remember it was me who took you in, mothered you and brought you to be a king!"" <br/>Aerion stared, not sure whether to thank Margaery or ask if he could leave. Margaery noticed the tension in the young boy.<br/>""Go, leave us my dear. Enjoy your day! I believe that the tourney is to begin within the hour."" And with a delicate gesture of her hand, the boy left.<br/><br/>Loras turned to leave with him, but the goldcloak would not let him pass. ""Why do I make you so nervous Loras?"" she laughed as the door was closed again leaving the two of them alone. ""What happened down there between the lords?! And where did you take Aerion? What was said?!"" Her tone threatening yet sweet as always. Loras broke a sweat, for some reason despite trusting Margaery, he always felt nervous around her.</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Paramount Loras Tyrell<br/>The Red Keep, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>Loras was appalled by the way Margaery conducted herself. She lacked any sort of depth or understanding about the position she and House Tyrell were in. Her tone was asinine, her mood foul, her claim on power wavering. Of all the things Margaery Tyrell had ever possessed in her character, those being beauty, status, and charisma, the foremost was fading, the latter was nearly gone, and the lattermost she had abandoned entirely. It brought Loras into an abrupt shock about how he would have to act in King's Landing. Margaery could not be trusted; she was too much like the queens she had usurped, yet not a queen herself.<br/><br/>""You do not make me nervous,"" Loras replied, ""just as you could never make my father nervous."" He bristled. He had expected more composer from his aunt. ""I sweat for fear of our House. What madness has possessed you, dearest aunt? You speak to the king as though he were a child! You speak to him as if he is your own son to throttled before the court. He is smarter than you think, and I have just coerced his loyalty to me. Take care that you do not push him away from us.""<br/><br/>Loras stepped closer to Margaery. She was a tall woman, true, but he too was tall, and far broader in the shoulder. It was his eyes, however, that spoke with the greatest volume. They roared in protest to her candor. ""You of all people should know how careful we must be,"" he hissed. ""As for what was said between the lords, Greyjoy and Stark barred their teeth at each other. I had hoped that I could enlist your aid in caroling Greyjoy's loyalty, but no--you are far too candid for the proud kraken in these halls.""<br/><br/>Loras paused. ""Aerion is coming of age,"" he said, ""which means he shall no longer require a regent. I fear that, without the weight of the regency behind your voice, many will see past the illusion that is your ferocity. You have no lands, and what allies you have will likely desert you once you have lost your regency. It may be wise that you retire to Highgarden for some time, to observe the new styles of etiquette that are arising there.""<br/><br/>Loras strode to the door. He had meant to ask Margaery for help in contacting a shadowbinder, for the hope that Endie could be tamed more effectively . . . how hard it had been to hatch that beast. He would not let it slip through his fingers now, and he could not trust Margaery's instability.<br/><br/>He threw the door open. ""I do hope I have made myself clear, dearest aunt,"" Loras said. ""I should think some time to contemplate etiquette will make you much more useful to the Tyrell cause hereafter. Goodday."" And he strode unhindered from the room.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Additional Edit""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Loras strode through the halls to his chamber, where his men-at-arms had already been assigned. Inside, he found the dragon Endie waiting in the same cage. He thought that good.<br/><br/>He began writing a note quickly. His hand was adept in this fashion and he was soon finished. It read:<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>To the esteemed Lord Galaion Piper,<br/><br/>I regret that I was not able to meet you earlier. Matters of royal import required my immediate attention. I fear that these matters still encumber me, and I may have to work without pause (excluding the royal wedding and associated events) for some time. I did, however, find the time to write this to you; and, should you reply, will continue this means of communication with you until such a time as I am free of burden. Again, I deeply regret that we cannot meet in person. I assure you, however, in the full and unending trust I have in Lord Redwyne, whom shall present to you this letter.<br/><br/>-truly,<br/>Loras Tyrell, Lord Paramount of the Reach, Lord of Highgarden, Warden of the South, and Warden of the Marches</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Loras called for the Redwyne that had come with him, a man called Paxter. He was the same age as Loras, though not quite as appealing of complexion--what he lacked in appearance, however, he made up for in his quick mind.<br/><br/>""Take this to Lord Galaion Piper,"" Loras ordered, placing his sigil on the parchment. ""To his very hand.""<br/><br/>Loras raised his voice for the guards outside. ""And one of you, bring me Lord Baratheon!""</div></div></div>"
14572,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=175,2014-12-25T16:14:00,Toronina,"Brynden had woken up and broken his fast. He was wondered what the puppet king was doing at the moment. He had woken up in the dead of the night, thinking a spy was nearby, though it turned out to be a rat. Brynden had thrown the rodent out of a window, and gone back to sleep. After his fast was broken he picked up his axe and headed for the training yards, he couldn't allow himself to get rusty in place like King's Landing. He brought his children along as well, intending for his youngest son to train."
14573,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=175,2014-12-25T17:00:00,Hai Jin Lao,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Margaery Tyrell, The Red Keep - Kings Landing</span><br/><br/>Margaery quickly followed Loras out of the door.<br/>""Before you go, Loras. I would like to apologise. I have been foolish... I have had a lot on my mind recently. It has not been easy, as I am sure you can imagine. Not since Tommen died... The Lannisters have been as uninvolved as they can be, and until your arrival Highgarden has left me to go insane here. Kings Landing changes you my dear Loras... It corrupts you. And that is why I am so glad you have come here, I have been needing your help for a long time.""<br/><br/>Margaery held her arms outwards, hoping for Loras' embrace. It was true, she glanced in the mirror... her beauty and elegance was fading, partly with age, partly with stress of life in this accursed place. After today, she should be able to hide in the shadows... she had taught Elvina well, and Loras was here now. Good Honourable Loras. Yes with his support, she would recover the part of her soul she had lost. Margaery was not brutal by nature, but the things she had been forced to do had changed her. Yet she could not vanish to Highgarden, it would be improper. She had the perfect solution.<br/><br/>""Loras, would you like a place on the small council? Aerion likes you, I trust and need you, and Elvina sees you as family...""<br/>Margaery smiled, as though all the problems in the world were lifted from her shoulders. Yes, with Loras here, the wedding to begin, dragons on her side, squabbling lords. They were secure, the Tyrells had victory, almost cemented for ever more, in their grasp.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Elvina Tyrell, The Red Keep - Kings Landing</span><br/><br/>Elvina was wandering the castle grounds by herself, of course with guards nearby, should she need them. When she noticed a most curious rose lying on the path to her side. It lead off, out of the garden and towards the sea. Being young and inquisitive she followed in the direction of which the rose seemed to point. Now outwith the sight of her guards, she felt truly free. She never understood why they were necessary... she hadn't done anything wrong, she was just a young girl who happened to be destined to take the throne.<br/><br/>She wandered down the path further, the sun glaring into her eyes blinding her momentarily... then WHOOOSH an arrow flew past her, and when she looked more closely there was a message attached, which read:<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Elvina Baratheon, you are in grave danger, you must not hold your wedding this day. There are many men, with many schemes. </span><br/><br/>Elvina stood up and rushed back through the garden, when she ran straight into the back of Loras Tyrell.<br/>""My apologies!"" She was red, panting and grasping the parchment in her hand."
14574,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=175,2014-12-25T18:04:00,Novae Vitae,"[spoiler=Margaery Tyrell & Elvira Lannister]<blockquote><div><cite>Hai Jin Lao <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=22914753#p22914753"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Margaery Tyrell, The Red Keep - Kings Landing</span><br/><br/>Margaery quickly followed Loras out of the door.<br/>""Before you go, Loras. I would like to apologise. I have been foolish... I have had a lot on my mind recently. It has not been easy, as I am sure you can imagine. Not since Tommen died... The Lannisters have been as uninvolved as they can be, and until your arrival Highgarden has left me to go insane here. Kings Landing changes you my dear Loras... It corrupts you. And that is why I am so glad you have come here, I have been needing your help for a long time.""<br/><br/>Margaery held her arms outwards, hoping for Loras' embrace. It was true, she glanced in the mirror... her beauty and elegance was fading, partly with age, partly with stress of life in this accursed place. After today, she should be able to hide in the shadows... she had taught Elvina well, and Loras was here now. Good Honourable Loras. Yes with his support, she would recover the part of her soul she had lost. Margaery was not brutal by nature, but the things she had been forced to do had changed her. Yet she could not vanish to Highgarden, it would be improper. She had the perfect solution.<br/><br/>""Loras, would you like a place on the small council? Aerion likes you, I trust and need you, and Elvina sees you as family...""<br/>Margaery smiled, as though all the problems in the world were lifted from her shoulders. Yes, with Loras here, the wedding to begin, dragons on her side, squabbling lords. They were secure, the Tyrells had victory, almost cemented for ever more, in their grasp.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Elvina Tyrell, The Red Keep - Kings Landing</span><br/><br/>Elvina was wandering the castle grounds by herself, of course with guards nearby, should she need them. When she noticed a most curious rose lying on the path to her side. It lead off, out of the garden and towards the sea. Being young and inquisitive she followed in the direction of which the rose seemed to point. Now outwith the sight of her guards, she felt truly free. She never understood why they were necessary... she hadn't done anything wrong, she was just a young girl who happened to be destined to take the throne.<br/><br/>She wandered down the path further, the sun glaring into her eyes blinding her momentarily... then WHOOOSH an arrow flew past her, and when she looked more closely there was a message attached, which read:<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Elvina Baratheon, you are in grave danger, you must not hold your wedding this day. There are many men, with many schemes. </span><br/><br/>Elvina stood up and rushed back through the garden, when she ran straight into the back of Loras Tyrell.<br/>""My apologies!"" She was red, panting and grasping the parchment in her hand.</div></blockquote>[/spoiler]<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Paramount Loras Tyrell<br/>The Red Keep, King's Landing</span><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""OOC""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">This occurs between the time Loras leaves Margaery and arrives to his own chambers.</div></div></div><br/><br/>""What I want and like,"" Loras said, ""are different things from what I shall be. And that is the Hand. Now, listen to me closely. If you truly need me, then accept that I am not here to follow your commands.<span style=""font-style: italic"">I</span>am the legal head of our House, dearest aunt. I will not command you. But as you blood and our House's head, I suggest that you go to the king this very moment, apologize to him for you considerable rudest, and implore to him how very tired have been these past few weeks. And then you will<span style=""font-style: italic"">subtly</span>suggest to him how good a Hand I shall be.""<br/><br/>Loras paused, as though moving to embrace his aunt . . . but he saw how vulnerable she was, and made her reliant. ""Go, now. I have business of my own to attend to.""<br/><br/>__________<br/><br/>Loras felt someone fall into his back, and he spun deftly. Years of dancing with the smallfolk had made him outrageously graceful, and within a blink he faced the assailant.<br/><br/>And how beautiful she was. For a moment, Loras puzzled over whom she could be, but soon he realized. ""Dearest cousin, Your Future Grace,"" Loras said, dipping into a sweeping bow. He seized her hand and kissed it deftly. He had not expected to be so taken by her.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">You do not have time to be taken,</span>a small voice whispered in Loras's mind. Loras concurred with it. ""Forgive me, my lady,"" he said. ""I am terribly busy. Perhaps we could talk . . .<span style=""font-style: italic"">later</span>.""<br/><br/>He winked an eye, cut an evil smile, and departed."
14575,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=175,2014-12-25T22:05:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Loron Greyjoy</span><br/><br/>Loron Greyjoy stalked back to the chambers in which he had been housed for the upcoming wedding and tourney (on the opposite side of the Red Keep to where the Starks were) and sat down on his bed thinking. He had no personal emotions attached to the current situation which he was thankful for. He could look at the whole situation objectively. It didn't matter to him if the ""real"" Targaryens weren't on the throne or if king Aerion was a puppet of the Tyrells, life would go on the same way on the Iron Islands regardless. He needed to see how much he could get out of the opposing sides.<br/><br/>What did concern him personally though was the conflict with the Starks. His father had taught him how they were, how they acted; the atrocities they and their dogs had committed to prince Theon. No Greyjoy could ever trust a Stark and he needed to tell the king that. It wouldn't do trying to balance two opposing powers, it would be a complete waste of time. He needed to try and get the king to favour him, but it seemed like everything that got to the king had to go through the Tyrells.<br/><br/>Loron grabbed a piece of paper and a quill which were provided for him and quickly scribbled down a message.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To Lord Loras Tyrell<br/><br/>We need to talk.<br/><br/>- Lord Loron Greyjoy Lord Reaper of Pyke and Lord paramount of the Iron Islands.</blockquote><br/><br/>Loron gave it to a servant and sent him on his way looking for the Tyrell."
14576,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=175,2014-12-25T22:16:00,New Granadeseret,"(My apologies for the delay; family festivities and all that)<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Steffon Baratheon-Swann</span><br/>The conversation had largely grown silent; displaced by what could only be described as a staring match between Ser Hugo and Lord Bolton; intense, silent, and extremely awkward for Steffon (and, he imagined, Lord Robert as well). Every time he felt he could raise his voice to continue his conversation with Robert or perhaps inquire as to Hugo's purpose there, he felt both their looks come over and went silent. He was right on the edge of trying to awkwardly slide away when, as though answering his wishes, a man in a green surcoat, covering what appeared to be chainmail, ascended to their floor, just about to knock on his room door before spotting him across the hall; the little public assembly with his vassal's vassal, a dishonored Northman, and the Lord-Paramount of the Riverlands probably looking odd without context.<br/><br/>Greatful for the interruption, Steffon silently excused himself from what was becoming a soldier's game, making an effort to meet up with the approaching guardsman in the hall. ""Is this call for myself, or the Lady?"" He asked politely, not wanting to disturb Lassa if humanly possible.<br/><br/>""For you, your lordship."" The man spoke hurriedly... yet with more respect than he'd imagined from a servant of the Tyrells. ""Lord Loras has some important matters he wishes to discuss with you, before he must prepare for the tourney.""<br/><br/>Steffon gave him a diplomatic smile; not entirely warm, but understanding; always wary of petitioners. ""Certainly, good sir. If I could just have a moment to settle things."" He turned back to Ser Hugo, looking him right in the eye for a moment. ""Keep some distance from the good lady, Ser. Lord Maxwell doesn't need the Starks breathing down his neck."" With that simple comment, he excused himself, following the guardsman to Loras's chambers, the young dragon Endie making a strange, hissing noise at the entrance of a new stranger to his domain.<br/><br/>""Lord Tyrell."" He greeted, giving him the bow one of his rank was entitled to. ""I trust I'm not interfering... you men said you had a matter of some importance to settle with me?"""
14577,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=175,2014-12-25T22:39:00,Novae Vitae,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Steffon Baratheon-Swann""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>New Granadeseret <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=22916946#p22916946"">wrote</a>:</cite>(My apologies for the delay; family festivities and all that) <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Steffon Baratheon-Swann</span><br/>The conversation had largely grown silent; displaced by what could only be described as a staring match between Ser Hugo and Lord Bolton; intense, silent, and extremely awkward for Steffon (and, he imagined, Lord Robert as well). Every time he felt he could raise his voice to continue his conversation with Robert or perhaps inquire as to Hugo's purpose there, he felt both their looks come over and went silent. He was right on the edge of trying to awkwardly slide away when, as though answering his wishes, a man in a green surcoat, covering what appeared to be chainmail, ascended to their floor, just about to knock on his room door before spotting him across the hall; the little public assembly with his vassal's vassal, a dishonored Northman, and the Lord-Paramount of the Riverlands probably looking odd without context.<br/><br/>Greatful for the interruption, Steffon silently excused himself from what was becoming a soldier's game, making an effort to meet up with the approaching guardsman in the hall. ""Is this call for myself, or the Lady?"" He asked politely, not wanting to disturb Lassa if humanly possible.<br/><br/>""For you, your lordship."" The man spoke hurriedly... yet with more respect than he'd imagined from a servant of the Tyrells. ""Lord Loras has some important matters he wishes to discuss with you, before he must prepare for the tourney.""<br/><br/>Steffon gave him a diplomatic smile; not entirely warm, but understanding; always wary of petitioners. ""Certainly, good sir. If I could just have a moment to settle things."" He turned back to Ser Hugo, looking him right in the eye for a moment. ""Keep some distance from the good lady, Ser. Lord Maxwell doesn't need the Starks breathing down his neck."" With that simple comment, he excused himself, following the guardsman to Loras's chambers, the young dragon Endie making a strange, hissing noise at the entrance of a new stranger to his domain. <br/><br/>""Lord Tyrell."" He greeted, giving him the bow one of his rank was entitled to. ""I trust I'm not interfering... you men said you had a matter of some importance to settle with me?""</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Paramount Loras Tyrell<br/>The Red Keep, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>""No, of course not,"" Loras said, gesturing for Steffon to take the chair across from him. ""Please forgive my dragon, good lord--he does not understand etiquette like we do.""<br/><br/>A man entered the room, striding towards Loras and placing a note in his hand. ""I see,"" Loras said, ripping the paper Greyjoy had sent him into small bits. Loras looked at the man that had delivered the message. ""Do get out, please,"" he hissed.<br/><br/>""I apologize, my good lord,"" Loras said. ""It should seem no one understands etiquette like we do!"" Loras smiled at him genuinely. Then, as though embarrassed, Loras seemed lost for words. ""This . . . this is awkward, my lord.""<br/><br/>He chuckled. Gods, how he hated acting awkward, but it was necessary. Men really listened to reason where family was concerned. ""I must confess my need for a wedding of my own,"" Loras said. ""I meant to inquire if . . . if I might wed your sister. I have heard of her, and she seems . . . interesting. The mind is such a beautiful thing."""
14578,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=175,2014-12-25T23:46:00,New Granadeseret,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Loras Tyrell""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Novae Vitae <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=22917130#p22917130"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Paramount Loras Tyrell<br/>The Red Keep, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>""No, of course not,"" Loras said, gesturing for Steffon to take the chair across from him. ""Please forgive my dragon, good lord--he does not understand etiquette like we do.""<br/><br/>A man entered the room, striding towards Loras and placing a note in his hand. ""I see,"" Loras said, ripping the paper Greyjoy had sent him into small bits. Loras looked at the man that had delivered the message. ""Do get out, please,"" he hissed.<br/><br/>""I apologize, my good lord,"" Loras said. ""It should seem no one understands etiquette like we do!"" Loras smiled at him genuinely. Then, as though embarrassed, Loras seemed lost for words. ""This . . . this is awkward, my lord.""<br/><br/>He chuckled. Gods, how he hated acting awkward, but it was necessary. Men really listened to reason where family was concerned. ""I must confess my need for a wedding of my own,"" Loras said. ""I meant to inquire if . . . if I might wed your sister. I have heard of her, and she seems . . . interesting. The mind is such a beautiful thing.""</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/>Steffon took the chair he was offered; Loras's chambers clearly some of the finest in the Castle... he wouldn't have been surprised if they matched that of the King himself. Even before the Lord of Highgarden spoke, he knew this would be an interesting dance. One would have had to have been deaf to have not heard the tales of Loras's escapades... both rumors and truths. Harvest festivals dancing with the smallfolk, drinking contests with surely seamen at the ports of Oldtown and Lannisport, weeklong flings with whores and crofters daughters just for the experience... and with the strong build of a warrior to match. He was the picture of what the people<span style=""font-style: italic"">wanted</span>; a man in kind to great uncle Robert, if he'd ever seen one. Steffon took in his words, but met them with as emotionless an expression as he could muster, the warning of his father, his tuitors... and more recently, Lord Maxwell on his mind.<br/><br/>""Think nothing of it."" He waved away the interruption of the messenger. ""I have no doubt there are many men who want to court Highgarden, with His Grace's courting almost complete.""<br/><br/>He listened graciously to Loras speak, wondering what had possessed him to speak at this dark hour... his thoughts momentarily straying to Lassa and his promise of the Nightfire for a moment as Loras began to form his request. His mind turned as he focused on Loras's face, trying to read the generosity of his emotions as he would wrest out the lies of a petitioner about shifted boundary stones or stolen sheep. The request weighted heavily on his heart, to say the least... hearing the voice of his father, whispering in his mind.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Beware outsiders who ask for your aid. Our House can ill afford anything befalling you, and honeyed words can draw you to a thousand stings. </span><br/><br/>Yet, at the moment at least, his concerns were a little more... personal. ""There must be something magical to such a grand wedding than."" He began, circling a finger on the tabletop himself... subtly expressing his own emotions. ""I admit I've been feeling a similar desire for companionship as of late. But..."" He paused, sighing lightly... every word filled with his honest thoughts and emotions. ""you of all people should understand how selective advisors can be on these sorts of matters. Politics and whatnot.""<br/><br/>His eyes wandered to the side, looking into Loras's fireplace; cold and empty. ""As for my beloved sister... He spoke somewhat wistful... knowing her pain and sad for her. ""She is the only family I have in the world, if we aren't counting my great-uncles myriad of bastards. You'll understand if I take her happiness into full consideration. You must have heard the rumors, and there is a great deal of truth to them. Lassa is... extremely uncomfortable around people. Unless you have earned her trust, she won't even meet eyes with you, much less touch her or give her consent for anything. You certainly have my blessing to court her... and I will make it as comfortable as possible, but..."" His eyes narrowed; serious and even slightly defiant. ""Firey passion is the gift of our Lord, showing He sanctifies the couple. A marriage without it is a mockery I can not condone.""<br/><br/>The momentary burst of courage quickly faded, leaving him back in his normal pitch, his palm flattening out before his equal. ""I am not your enemy, Loras; none respect your service in removing the Bastard King Snow more than the Stormlands. I did not forbid my lords to ride with the Reach, and I have no love for any Targaryan but our own King Aerion. But I am a man and a brother as much as any."""
14579,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=175,2014-12-26T01:37:00,The Imperial Republica,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ser Hugo</span><br/><br/>After Steffon left, Hugo politely requested that Lord Robert tell the Starks that Lord Maxwell had wanted to speak with them, and then promptly bid the Northmen farewell.<span style=""font-style: italic"">That right there is why Northerners and Southerners don't mingle much. Can scarcely get a few words across without one side or the other taking it as an insult. Too much bad blood nowadays.</span>True, Hugo's temper had gotten the best of him with Lord Bolton, but he didn't regret anything he said, and he, truth be told, had hoped that the flayed bastard had taken it as offensively as possible. The man actually hadn't seemed all that bad to Hugo, he just had the misfortune of saying the wrong thing to the wrong lord.<span style=""font-style: italic"">The man may not be as cruel as his predecessors, but he does not lack their insolence.</span><br/>All that was left now was to inform Lord Maxwell of all that had transpired.<br/>""My lord,"" Ser Hugo said as he entered Maxwell's chambers. ""I went to deliver your message to the Starks, as asked, but they were not at their chambers. Worse yet, I may have alienated a few of the Northern Lords with my...shall we say<span style=""font-style: italic"">brash</span>manners.""<br/><br/>Maxwell looked back up at him with a smile on his lips, as if this were all some secret jape only he was aware of.<br/>""It makes no matter Hugo. I didn't send you because you're my best negotiator. Truth be told, you're actually one of the worst. I sent you, in place of going myself, because I wanted to create an illusion of power for myself. The very fact that a<span style=""font-style: italic"">'minor'</span>lord such as myself could not find the time to speak with great lords such as the Starks should, at the very least, provoke their curiosities of exactly who I am."" Maxwell stopped for a moment to allow his sworn sword to absorb everything he was saying before he moved on.<br/><br/>""Besides, everything is going according to plan. I have now provoked the curiosity of at least a<span style=""font-style: italic"">few</span>of the Northmen, all the while making it so that no one truly knows what type of lord I am, great or weak."" Maxwell then got up and moved to the window, to stare out into the night sky.<br/><br/>""What about the Greyjoys, my lord? Have you received any word from them?""<br/><br/>Maxwell stood in silence, just looking out the window, for a long while before he spoke. ""No Hugo, I have not, though right about now I expect Loron is writing a few words of his own. I expect more than a few will find their way to the Tyrells, though what they will say, I can't be certain of.""<br/><br/>Hugo gaped at what his Lord was saying. ""You don't think the boy means to sell us out to Highgarden, do you?""<br/><br/>""No, no. I don't believe that is a threat, but even so...him selling us out is the least of our worries. I am more concerned that Loron seeks to play both sides of this war, promising aid to both the true Targaryens, and the Tyrells. This way he can maximize his loot and plunder, while still ending up on the winning side. It would not surprise me if this thought has crossed his mind before. That boy's a crafty bastard."" Maxwell moved back to his seat, his halberdiers shadowing his every move. ""Hugo, I want you to gather the men- all 50 of them -and tell them I have a job for them. I want you to send them out into the streets of King's Landing to find every whisperer they can, and see what they know about what's been going on behind these walls. Through any means necessary. I especially want them to keep their eyes open for the ones that have a reputation for serving the higher lords. They're sure to know their way around here. For those that can be bought off, buy them off. We will need all the help we can get soon enough."""
14580,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=175,2014-12-26T06:50:00,Arana,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Red Keep, King's Landing, Crownlands<br/>Aerion I Targaryen, King of the Andals, the Rhoynar, and the First Men, Lord of the Seven Kingdoms</span><br/><br/>Aerion left his future mother-in-law and Lord Tyrell with an irritated look on his face, unlike the happy, expectant look he had upon entering the room. He had hoped to see his betrothed before the tourney, but evidently, Lady Margaery had planned on reminding him things he very well knew. Furthermore, in addition to reminding him why his own wedding was important, she thought it important to point out that people might tell him lies about House Tyrell, and that she had, as he already knew, raised him like her own child. The question was, why? As far as he knew, she hadn't heard any lies about them, unless people were foolish enough to tell her lies about herself, so why was she expecting it?<br/><br/>Deep in thought, he didn't even notice as he stumbled into his betrothed. She was everything he could have wanted: smart, pretty, and the two had known each other for their whole lives. He couldn't wait to marry her. But something seemed wrong...<br/><br/>""Elvina? What's the matter?""<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Haunted Forest, Beyond the Wall<br/>Raven Snow</span><br/><br/>As the warriors expressed their concern over Oran's wound, Raven eyed them coldly.<br/><br/>""He's fine. The wound will heal, I will see to it.""<br/><br/>As the sled was brought out, he climbed on next to Oran, Bryn landing on his shoulder and Shadow following closely alongside, watching the other wolves closely. When he got the chance, Raven moved a little closer to Oran, getting the sense that the man was already starting to become fond of him.<br/><br/>""Moving south? A wise decision. The snow and cold are worse than usual up north, and I've heard rumors that wights have been spotted. They might even be around here. Plus, all the other tribes are to the south, and can be raided. Or... if you can get enough of them together, you might be able to get past the Wall..."""
14581,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=175,2014-12-26T14:15:00,Alderann,"KINGS LANDING, JAIME LANNISTER<br/><br/>Lord Lannister and his men stayed at a Inn enjoying the sights and activities that kings landing had to offer. The journey from Casterly Rock had been long and taken it's toll on the Lord Lannister and his men, they had spent the afternoon resting.<br/><br/>Lord Jaime Lannister was laying in and at thend Inn when there was a knock at the door.<br/>"" milord sorry to disturb you, but it's nearly night fall should we go announce our arrival to the king?""<br/><br/>It was Ser Karl, Lord Jaime laid there for another minute before responding.<br/><br/>"" yes we shall. Ready the men.""<br/><br/>Lord Lannister himself wore the red armor that lannisters were known for, along as the rest of his men. Riding through streets of kings landing up to the red keep. Lord Lannister announced himself to the guards.<br/><br/>"" I Lord Lannister am here by request of the king."""
14582,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=175,2014-12-26T17:48:00,Novae Vitae,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Paramount Loras Tyrell<br/>The Red Keep, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>""Indeed, how selective people can be,"" Loras said; ""that is why this wedding of me and your sister good be so good for the realm. House Baratheon and House Lannister were not long ago at ends, and House Tyrell sided with House Lannister. While I cannot speak for the mind of my ancestors, it would look good to see House Tyrell with House Baratheon so soon after such . . . misfortune.""<br/><br/>Loras smiled charmingly at Baratheon. ""Indeed, your sister's happiness would be my full priorty. Highgarden does not lack for wealth, and the Reach has the most pleasant country I have ever visited. Beautiful jewels and dresses and country shall await your sister in Highgarden.""<br/><br/>Loras smiled sympathetically when he heard what Steffon finished with. The man did not wield courage like a sword, but there was a certain . . . defiance within him, stalwart like his grandfather. True, the wall within him protected little, but his sister was deep entrenched behind it, and no army could scale it--that much was clear.<br/><br/>""Very well, Lord Baratheon,"" Loras said. ""I do not think you are my enemy, and I should think you would make a good friend. I will court your sister . . . and your god. I cannot promise that I shall renounce the Seven outright immediately, but . . . your religion is very interesting to me. If your Lord of Light should prove to be real, it would be unwise to deny him.""<br/><br/>Loras looked at the dragon cage briefly. ""And the Seven have done little to help me with my beast. Tell me, Lord Baratheon--what does your god say of taming dragons?"""
14583,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=175,2014-12-26T19:12:00,New Granadeseret,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Loras Tyrell""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Novae Vitae <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=22923854#p22923854"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Paramount Loras Tyrell<br/>The Red Keep, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>""Indeed, how selective people can be,"" Loras said; ""that is why this wedding of me and your sister good be so good for the realm. House Baratheon and House Lannister were not long ago at ends, and House Tyrell sided with House Lannister. While I cannot speak for the mind of my ancestors, it would look good to see House Tyrell with House Baratheon so soon after such . . . misfortune.""<br/><br/>Loras smiled charmingly at Baratheon. ""Indeed, your sister's happiness would be my full priorty. Highgarden does not lack for wealth, and the Reach has the most pleasant country I have ever visited. Beautiful jewels and dresses and country shall await your sister in Highgarden.""<br/><br/>Loras smiled sympathetically when he heard what Steffon finished with. The man did not wield courage like a sword, but there was a certain . . . defiance within him, stalwart like his grandfather. True, the wall within him protected little, but his sister was deep entrenched behind it, and no army could scale it--that much was clear.<br/><br/>""Very well, Lord Baratheon,"" Loras said. ""I do not think you are my enemy, and I should think you would make a good friend. I will court your sister . . . and your god. I cannot promise that I shall renounce the Seven outright immediately, but . . . your religion is very interesting to me. If your Lord of Light should prove to be real, it would be unwise to deny him.""<br/><br/>Loras looked at the dragon cage briefly. ""And the Seven have done little to help me with my beast. Tell me, Lord Baratheon--what does your god say of taming dragons?""</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/>There was something off about Loras's manner: perhaps it was just his nerves getting the better of his, or whatever front he was trying to throw up to cover them, but the words he was using didn't seem to match the emotions he was conveying. Steffon went over every sentence with scrutiny; ever careful not be talked into signing anything away outright. Try as he might though, there was nothing immediately wrong; nor would he have spoken up if there was, considering he was the guest here.<br/><br/>""I know that very well, Loras. It would be a great lie to say my family's experience with Lady Margaery have been anything pleasant. My grandfather took the idea of pretenders<span style=""font-style: italic"">very</span>seriously, and marrying herself to 3 has done little for her reputation in the Stormlands. But... I have already said, my sister's happiness is my top priority. Not that I doubt your character... I dare say you could charm the Harpie of Old Ghis, if such a creature lived today, but I would rather see myself married off purely for politics before I condemned her to such a fate. At the very least, it would get my Castellan to allow me a night's rest. "" He chuckled, looking down for a moment as he dreaded what Melisandre would do to him for that.<br/><br/>""I have no doubt you'd be able to provide for her, and she'd be much more comfortable along the Mander than the frozen Eyrie or the forsaken fortress of Pyke. Prisons of ice and death are nothing for as delicate a lady as her. But it would be awful lonely in Storm's End without her. I've only had a chance to meet noblewomen of my own lands, and marrying into one of our vassals again... wouldn't be received well."" Suddenly, it was Loras who was sounding sensible as awkwardness crept into Steffon's tone, lips pursing up. ""Lord Tyrell... you must understand the emotions I have right now, feeling them yourself. I've been studying at the foot of Visenya's Hill for years now, and I have no doubt, with the number of women who must have sought you and your cousin due to be queen, that you know the ladies of status far better than any other man. I will make every effort to show my sister your best qualities, and you will have the gratitude of myself and my whole court, if you would do me the favor of finding a loving wife for myself.""<br/><br/>Quick on his feet, he quickly set about to fill that crack in his social defences, Loras's offer of a more scholarly question putting him right back in his comfort zone, looking over to the caged dragon. ""From an ethical standpoint, there is nothing wrong with it."" He began. ""Dragon's are creatures of living fire; birthed directly from the flames Valyria. To train them, they must accept you as their Master, which either requires either having the blood of the Valyrians, having them imprint from hatching in front of you, or the casting of certain spells... though weather they still work in this day and age remains untestd. Whatever way, however... like any flame they must be treated with both respect and discipline. They must be treated as companions if they are ever to trust you... but must be restrained and taught to stand down on command, lest they never respect you."" Then, remembering something, he turned back to Loras. ""His Grace has also expressed interest in learning the truth of our Lord, and I have promised to send Lady Melisandre here to answer his questions. If there is any person in Westros who can see to aligning this young dragon's spirit to your own, it would be her. If you will be here for some time, it would be a simple matter for her to demonstrate R'hllors might, far beyond any tricks of the High Septon."""
14584,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=175,2014-12-26T19:57:00,Novae Vitae,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Paramount Loras Tyrell<br/>The Red Keep, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>Loras smiled at Lord Baratheon. ""Indeed, Lord Baratheon,"" he said, ""I have several candidates in mind. I will inquire more into the matter later, if it pleases you.""<br/><br/>Lord Baratheon's comfort on the matter of his religion was visible. ""When I was three-and-ten,"" Loras said, ""my brother and I took a tour of the Citadel. The Archmaesters fawned over us, my father having been a strong patron of their own. They were a boring lot, I must say--intelligent, indeed, but so meek, so unwilling to challenge notions. Save one, a man named Marwyn. He told me that all premises should be challenged.""<br/><br/>Loras waved his hand as though gesturing. ""I have no doubt the High Septon could make remarkably bright candles or shining crystals . . . but these actions can easily be seen false if challenged. But if this Lady Melisandre can help me tame my dragon . . . it should appear that R'hllor will have challenged my faith in the Seven, and won.""<br/><br/>Loras's genuine smile became somewhat serious. ""I will do my best to remain within the city,"" Loras said. ""Please, do summon this Lady Melisandre for me. I would be very,<span style=""font-style: italic"">very</span>grateful."""
14585,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=175,2014-12-26T21:01:00,New Granadeseret,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Loras Tyrell""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Novae Vitae <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=22924812#p22924812"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Paramount Loras Tyrell<br/>The Red Keep, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>Loras smiled at Lord Baratheon. ""Indeed, Lord Baratheon,"" he said, ""I have several candidates in mind. I will inquire more into the matter later, if it pleases you.""<br/><br/>Lord Baratheon's comfort on the matter of his religion was visible. ""When I was three-and-ten,"" Loras said, ""my brother and I took a tour of the Citadel. The Archmaesters fawned over us, my father having been a strong patron of their own. They were a boring lot, I must say--intelligent, indeed, but so meek, so unwilling to challenge notions. Save one, a man named Marwyn. He told me that all premises should be challenged.""<br/><br/>Loras waved his hand as though gesturing. ""I have no doubt the High Septon could make remarkably bright candles or shining crystals . . . but these actions can easily be seen false if challenged. But if this Lady Melisandre can help me tame my dragon . . . it should appear that R'hllor will have challenged my faith in the Seven, and won.""<br/><br/>Loras's genuine smile became somewhat serious. ""I will do my best to remain within the city,"" Loras said. ""Please, do summon this Lady Melisandre for me. I would be very, <span style=""font-style: italic"">very</span> grateful.""</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Steffon Baratheon-Swann</span><br/><br/>Loras's quick agreement was rather... comforting. Even in the depths of the Guildhall, there were rumors of how tight a fist the Tyrells held on power, many calling Margaery worse than the... female canine Cersi in that regard. There was just something about Loras's manner though; gentle, understanding, and clearly more generous than his name usually gave him credit for, that made Steffon feel he could let down his guard, just a little. ""A thousand thanks, Lord Tyrell. I, and the Baratheon household, thank you for your understanding. I'm certain you'll make some fine choices.""<br/><br/>He listened to Loras's story with rapt attention, the stories he told certainly matching what Guildmaster Hallyne, even with his fading memory, told of the learning in Oldtown, and the parlor tricks played in the Septs to impress ignorant smallfolk. ""I studied among the Pyromancers, good lord. It is our policy to keep an open mind about all matters... proven all the more right with Queen Daenerys' gift to our arts by birthing dragon magic back into the world. If what we have accomplished since than is not proof of Maester Marwyn's claim, I do not know what is. As for Melisandre..."" he smiled as he went on the topic of her and her might. ""Surely you've heard the legends of the Brotherhood without Banners and Lord Dondarrion, his life rekindled seven times over to fight for R'hllor during the War? Binding a creature birthed from His own hand is child's play compared to snatching one back from the clutches of The Great Others. Of course, she will see to His Grace's questions first, but I will instruct her to see to you as soon as he is satisfied."" Granted, he wasen't entirely sure how she felt about the Tyrells... it might be a grave insult, but if it was nessicery for him to find love as she requested, there was no way she would not accept.<br/><br/>""I will send out a message as soon as morning arrives."" He promised, before clearing his throat. ""As for the matter of my sister... I do trust you will be competing in the tourney tomorrow? It might be a bit... presumptuous for me to ask her for a favor, but as a young girl she always dreamed of being declared a Queen of Love and Beauty... as most noble girls do. As shy as she may seem, feel no need to withhold giving her the honor if you should be victorious. It may even help but her mind at ease."" He offered... figuring Loras was trustworthy enough.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Oran, The Haunted Forest, North of the Wall </span><br/><br/>Oran waved away the shaman and women who tried to touch his wound as they rode along... his pride already wounded. Though, the boy's offer to help was actually comforting: he seemed to be loyal after all. He slung an arm over the boy's shoulder as they road, the sturdiness of his body actually somewhat comforting... reminding him of himself as a boy: isolated, confused, and looking for a place he could call home. Perhaps, with a little polish; not getting blood all over his face as he ate, for one, he could make a good warrior... perhaps even an heir.<br/><br/>""Really now..."" he muttered, hearing Raven's report on the northern reaches.<span style=""font-style: italic"">The boy must have just come down from there. </span>he thought, as he directed the wolves between the trees, working there way down to where the Crow's patrols and infighting clans were. ""Ah, raiding was just what I had in mind, boy."" He answered. ""We're in desperate need of some better weapons... our last source running dry once the walruses swam east. Picking off a few of those cursed crows and a few warriors is just what we need."" He brushed the kid's thoughts of storming the wall off for now as childish dreams... though the idea did appeal to him. The Night's Watch had it coming for them, vegence still needed for the hundreds of innocents slaughtered those 3 decades ago, right before his eyes. Perhaps if he raided well enough, he might even be able to hit them! The idea was so humerious, he laughed without even speaking"
14586,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=175,2014-12-26T21:47:00,Asyir,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ser Ryndar Hightower, King's Landing</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">T</span>he warm tropical air of King's Landing warmed Ser Ryndar, as he rode towards the King's Gate. For nearly a fortnight, Ryndar has travelled with his entourage of knights, men-at-arms, and squires, to attend the wedding of King Aerion Targaryen. It had been nearly two years since Ryndar has last been within the city of King's Landing, and he wished for his coming visit to be quick. Ryndar had a great dislike of noble gatherings, especially with the like of the Starks and Greyjoys attending. Nothing was worse than sharing food and song with a wolf and kraken.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">T</span>he city was massive, nearly one half larger than Oldtown, but not as old. Ryndar could make out the Red Keep for miles as he neared the King's Gate. His horse trotted on to the large stone walls. By mid-day, he reached the large gate, and was ushered in by the City Guard. Ryndar's rather large entourage followed suit. Nearly twenty knights, forty men-at-arms, and thirty squires were in Ryndar's company. Most were eager to partake in the tourneys to come, but Ryndar has not yet decided if he would enter the tourney. He assumed his brother, Ser Olyvar, was entering the grand joust. Ryndar recalled that Olyvar hasn't been unhorsed yet, and he believed his brother to be the victor by far.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">R</span>yndar led his horse to the Red Keep. The smallfolk gathered around the large company of horsemen, bewildered by the presence of the knights. Ryndar reached for his coin purse, and threw a few coins towards the gathering crowds, drawing many a cheer from the smallfolk. Ryndar was very popular with the smallfolk from Oldtown, and was quite charitable to those less fortunate. After all, the lesser fight for them, why not get within their good graces?<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">A</span>s they approached the Red Keep, a man on horseback came out of the keep gate to meet them. He was glad in silver plate, and Ryndar knew him to be Olyvar. Ryndar jumped down from his horse, as did Olyvar. The two neared each other and embraced.<br/><br/>""Brother,"" Olyvar said. The tone sounded sincere and almost innocent. ""It has been long.""<br/><br/>""Aye, it has been too long,""responded Ryndar, as the two broke off the embrace. Olyvar wore his heavy silver plate, with his custom made jeweled sheath. His coming of age present from their father. It was a beautiful sheath, probably the best in Westeros, at least according to Olyvar. ""How do you fare my little brother? Good I hope. We have much to be excited for. With the king's marriage in all.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">O</span>lyvar shot his brother Ryndar a curious glance. ""I'm faring well. Being in King's Landing is wonderful, but I do miss the Hightower. This wedding has to come soon though, I'm getting rather anxious waiting for the tourney. Many good knights have arrived to partake, and I see half the house has arrived...""<br/><br/>""Relax brother. You will do fine. Not one man has unhorsed you,"" Ryndar assured his brother has he placed a hand upon his shoulder. ""Trust me. You will make me proud, no matter what the outcome.""<br/><br/>""Your words comfort me brother, as they always have,"" Olyvar said. ""I see father is not within this company. Has he chosen to remain in Oldtown?""<br/><br/>""Yes. In his place, he has sent me along with this company,"" Ryndar responded honestly. ""Hopefully Lord Loras understands. I would hate for him to feel as if father has been ignoring him lately.""<br/><br/>""He will. Loras always understands. It's his best trait,"" Olyvar said lightly. ""Shall I take you to him? I imagine you need to see him?""<br/><br/>""Aye, lead the way,"" Ryndar ordered. Looking back to his company, the knight with a proud and majestic tone commanded them to remain outside for the time being. Olyvar led his brother within the Red Keep, through the great hall. The sound of armorered boots echoed throughout its majestic chambers. Ryndar strapped his sword,<span style=""font-style: italic"">Vigilance</span>, tighter to his back. Unlike his brother, Ryndar did not don his heavy armor, but rather instead had studded leather and Chainmail with a surcoat with the colors and sigil of his house upon it. A long green cloak draped behind him, as the two neared the Iron Throne.<br/><hr/>"
14587,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=175,2014-12-26T22:33:00,Novae Vitae,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Paramount Loras Tyrell<br/>The Red Keep, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>""Well, then it's lucky I am not asking Lady Melisandre to bring make my father,"" Loras said with a light laugh. ""I'll meet with Lady Melisandre whenever she is ready. If what I need her to do is possible, then her time is very valuable indeed.""<br/><br/>When the topic of Lord Baratheon's sister arose, Loras thought. He was not a poor fighter, but he was not as good as some of the men he knew would be competing. In fact, he had planned on scheming during the entertainments, not participating at all . . . but his plans had changed rapidly indeed. ""I shall do my best, Lord Baratheon,"" Loras said with a smile."
14588,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=175,2014-12-26T22:34:00,Alderann,"RED KEEP, KINGS LANDING<br/><br/>Lord Jaime Lannister approached the gates of the red keep keeping a watchful eye on all who was around. He remembered the stories that his father had told him about the capital, how it was an arena where you needed friends and allies to survive.<br/><br/>The red keep, a symbol of power that no one could mistake. Built by Aegon to remind everyone who the true power in Westeros was. A massive structure that all flocked to, home of the king and the royal family.<br/><br/>Jaime use to listen with wide amazement to his father when he told stories of the red keep and of kings landing. So far all of the stories had proven true. Walking through the large doors that guarded the entrance, the Lord Lannister noticed the sigil of House Hightower. A noble family that had a good reputation, if Jaime was going to make friends might as well start with a family that was trustworthy.<br/><br/>"" Lord Hightower how do you fair today? Excited for the tourney? Or the feast?"""
14589,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=175,2014-12-26T22:56:00,Asyir,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Alderann <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=22926101#p22926101"">wrote</a>:</cite>RED KEEP, KINGS LANDING <br/><br/> Lord Jaime Lannister approached the gates of the red keep keeping a watchful eye on all who was around. He remembered the stories that his father had told him about the capital, how it was an arena where you needed friends and allies to survive.<br/><br/> The red keep, a symbol of power that no one could mistake. Built by Aegon to remind everyone who the true power in Westeros was. A massive structure that all flocked to, home of the king and the royal family. <br/><br/> Jaime use to listen with wide amazement to his father when he told stories of the red keep and of kings landing. So far all of the stories had proven true. Walking through the large doors that guarded the entrance, the Lord Lannister noticed the sigil of House Hightower. A noble family that had a good reputation, if Jaime was going to make friends might as well start with a family that was trustworthy.<br/><br/>"" Lord Hightower how do you fair today? Excited for the tourney? Or the feast?""</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ser Ryndar and Olyvar Hightower, inside the Red Keep</span><br/><br/>""I'd say I'm excited for both,"" Ser Ryndar responded to the unfamiliar voice from behind him. He turned to see the young Lord Jaime Lannister. It didn't quite surprise Ryndar to see him here, as all the great houses were gathered throughout the Red Keep. Ryndar had no feud with the Lannisters, and Oldtown had their ships within the harbor often.<br/><br/>Ryndar bowed low. ""Lord Jaime Lannister. I don't believe we have met. I am Ser Ryndar Hightower, eldest son of Lord Jovaryn of Oldtown. It is a pleasure to finally meet your lordship.""<br/><br/>Olyvar looked towards his brother, and also bowed. ""Ser Olyvar Hightower at your service Lord Jaime."""
14590,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=175,2014-12-26T23:05:00,Toronina,"Brynden walked into the throne room, wearing not fine clothes, but armour with his guards and sons. He never felt comfortable wearing fine and rich clothes, and instead loved wearing armour. The plate was decorated with the Ravens and Weirwood Tree of his houses symbol. Hoster and Robb wore armour as well, fitted to their shapes and decorated with the same symbol as Brynden's, while Lucas wore fine silks and cotton, not yet being old enough for his own armour. He knew it was courtesy to greet the king and other lords, not matter who much he despised some, particularly the Lannister's and Tyrell's. He walked over to two lords talking, and saw the sigils on their outfits, the Golden Lion of Lannister and the lit lighthouse of Hightower. A Tyrell bannerman and a Lannister.<br/><br/>""Lord Hightower, Lord Lannister."" He said in his deep gruff voice, making sure to put a bit of venom in it, especially to Lord Lannister."
14591,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=200,2014-12-26T23:21:00,Asyir,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Toronina <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=22926430#p22926430"">wrote</a>:</cite>Brynden walked into the throne room, wearing not fine clothes, but armour with his guards and sons. He never felt comfortable wearing fine and rich clothes, and instead loved wearing armour. The plate was decorated with the Ravens and Weirwood Tree of his houses symbol. Hoster and Robb wore armour as well, fitted to their shapes and decorated with the same symbol as Brynden's, while Lucas wore fine silks and cotton, not yet being old enough for his own armour. He knew it was courtesy to greet the king and other lords, not matter who much he despised some, particularly the Lannister's and Tyrell's. He walked over to two lords talking, and saw the sigils on their outfits, the Golden Lion of Lannister and the lit lighthouse of Hightower. A Tyrell bannerman and a Lannister.<br/><br/>""Lord Hightower, Lord Lannister."" He said in his deep gruff voice, making sure to put a bit of venom in it, especially to Lord Lannister.</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ser Ryndar Hightower, The Red Keep</span><br/><br/>Ryndar and Olyvar turned around to see Lord Blackwood. Ryndar had no care for the Blackwoods, whom his father, Joavryn openly despised. It was common knowledge about the Blackwood-Lannister feud, and Ryndar felt like a great keg of powder has been lit. He saw Brynden in his plate, and his sons in their armor as well. He looked towards Olyvar, whoms silver plate was lit up like a candle in the light from the window above the Iron Throne.<br/><br/>""Lord Blackwood. I see you have been keeping well,"" Ryndar responded in his solemn majestic tone. Ryndar shot a glance to Jaime Lannister of indifference. ""I see you brought the whole<span style=""font-style: italic"">murder</span>of Ravens along with you."""
14592,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=200,2014-12-26T23:25:00,Alderann,"RED KEEP, KINGS LANDING<br/><br/>Lord Lannister spoke with the lords Hightower.<br/>"" it is a pleasure to meet you both. Your house is an honourable one, tell me who will you be seated next to at the feast? If you have no one in mind I would be honored if you were to sit next to me.""<br/><br/>The lords were talking when a voice approached from behind and said with a sense of hatred a hello. Lord Jaime acknowledged the knight.<br/>"" good evening Ser, do not take this as rude but me and the lords here were having a private conversation."""
14593,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=200,2014-12-26T23:31:00,New Granadeseret,"<blockquote><div><cite>Novae Vitae <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=22926094#p22926094"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Paramount Loras Tyrell<br/>The Red Keep, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>""Well, then it's lucky I am not asking Lady Melisandre to bring make my father,"" Loras said with a light laugh. ""I'll meet with Lady Melisandre whenever she is ready. If what I need her to do is possible, then her time is very valuable indeed.""<br/><br/>When the topic of Lord Baratheon's sister arose, Loras thought. He was not a poor fighter, but he was not as good as some of the men he knew would be competing. In fact, he had planned on scheming during the entertainments, not participating at all . . . but his plans had changed rapidly indeed. ""I shall do my best, Lord Baratheon,"" Loras said with a smile.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Baratheon-Swanns</span><br/><br/>""If you aren't here, I will be sure to send her forward to Highgarden."" Steffon offered. ""Though, if R'hllor wills it, I doubt she will need to check."" Perhaps his advisors had been a little overprotective, he thought; Loras seemed like a decent enough fellow. ""And I have no doubt you will preform wonderfully, if your namesake is anything to go off of.""<br/><br/>Yet, over Loras's shoulder, he could see things were getting late indeed; the sun had nearly disappeared behind the horizon, and much of the castle was likely get ready to sleep; either resting for tomorrow tourney and accompany festivities, or recovering from their travels. Even though he'd come by ship, and a rather large one at that, everything still felt stiff, and he could use a good night's rest. ""I hate to be a ungracious guest."" He apologized, pushing himself away from the table and standing. ""But the night has almost come, and Lassa isen't well-versed in lighting her own Nightfires. I'll be certain to tell her you were calling."" He bowed to Loras once again, politely excusing himself. ""May the Lord shine his light onto you, and be gracious to you."" He offered as a farewell, as he exited Loras's chambers, returning to is own room.<br/><br/>Inside, he found Lassa standing at the window, looking off into the sunset. She seemed to huddle down on herself upon hearing the sound of the opening door, before Steffon's voice reached her ears, causing her to relax. ""It's me."" he assured her, as he walked to the middle of the room, Lassa turning back to look up at him.<br/><br/>""Where have you been?"" She asked, a hint of worry in her voice as she approached. ""The sun has almost set.""<br/><br/>""Busy... important issues to discuss with Lord Tully and Tyrell."" He began, heading over to his things to pull out a flint and tinder, firewood already set up near the fireplace as Lassa kneeled before it, hand folded on her lap. ""Lord Loras, in particular, had many things to discuss. He's considering giving up his free-loving lifestyle, settling down with a proper wife."" He remained vague on purpose, trying to ease Lassa into the idea as the pair positioned the kindling together, their hands pressing up against one another as they pushed together the pile.<br/><br/>This didn't seem to get too much of a reaction out of the young lady; sounding like passive gossip as she looked up expectantly, waiting for Steffon to birth the flame. He continued to strike the two pieces together, sparks scattering but nothing catching as he continued to speak. ""He's done some thinking... politely offered to introduce me to some women who might be interested in me. But there really only seemed to be one woman who caught his eye,"" Steffon kept the gossipy tone, but he could tell Lassa was getting tense, her fingers rubbing against he knees. ""She's wise... beautiful... gracious... some might say a little mysterious. Like a fine work of art."" Each adjective was punctuated with the scrapping sound of flint on steel, Lassa's lips formed to ask a question when she was interrupted by the kindling catching, rapidly spreading to the rest of the high quality firewood.<br/><br/>""... and who would that be?"" She asked innocently, as she held out one hand, Steffon taking it and clasping tightly.<br/><br/>""Prayers first."" The insistence in his voice strong. ""Than I will tell."" It was a ritual they both knew well, as the simutaniously took in deep breaths.<br/><br/>""Lead us from the darkness, O ourLord. Fill our hearts with fire, so we may walk your shining path . . . R'hllor, your are the light in our eyes, the fire in our hearts, the heat in our loins. Yours is the sun that warms our days, yours the stars that guard us in the dark of night. R'hllor who gave us breath, we thank you. R'hllor who gave us day, we thank you. We thank you for the sun that warms us. We thank you for the stars that watch us. We thank you for our hearths and for our torches, that keep the savage dark at bay."" The siblings spoke this part in unison, as it is common to all nightfires, before Lassa fell silent, allowing Steffon to offer his personal thanks.<br/><br/>""Praise be to you for providing us with a safe journey across the seas, driving away he storms and clouds which seek to hide your radiance. Though I walk beneath the shadow of the Great Sept, seat of the falsehood, I have not come to harm, and will continue to spread your glory wherever it may reach. May you bless the efforts of your loyal servant, Priestess Melisandre, in bringing the truth before His Grace, and as the protector of all your faithful in Westros, that his union be blessed though he does not invoke your name. I trust that you will further seek to shine your light before Lord Tyrell, so he may see the error of his way and turn to your glory. Blessings be for this dawn, and many dawns to come."""
14594,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=200,2014-12-26T23:38:00,Asyir,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Alderann <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=22926585#p22926585"">wrote</a>:</cite>RED KEEP, KINGS LANDING <br/><br/>Lord Lannister spoke with the lords Hightower.<br/>"" it is a pleasure to meet you both. Your house is an honourable one, tell me who will you be seated next to at the feast? If you have no one in mind I would be honored if you were to sit next to me.""<br/><br/>The lords were talking when a voice approached from behind and said with a sense of hatred a hello. Lord Jaime acknowledged the knight.<br/>"" good evening Ser, do not take this as rude but me and the lords here were having a private conversation.""</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ser Ryndar and Olyvar Hightower, The Red Keep</span><br/><br/>Turning back to Jaime Lannister, Ryndar spoke,""I would be honored to be seated next to you Lord Jaime. I'm sure my brother would prefer to sit by Lord Loras, but I take great strides to get to know everyone I can. On a different note, will you be partaking in the tourney?""<br/><br/>Olyvar eyed Lord Blackwood cautiously, as if the lord might make a sudden strike at Jaime. He turned towards Jaime. ""Surely you will be in the joust? The display would be rather poor without a Lannister charging whilst donning their golden armor in the sunlight."""
14595,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=200,2014-12-26T23:43:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Alderann <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=22926585#p22926585"">wrote</a>:</cite>RED KEEP, KINGS LANDING <br/><br/>Lord Lannister spoke with the lords Hightower.<br/>"" it is a pleasure to meet you both. Your house is an honourable one, tell me who will you be seated next to at the feast? If you have no one in mind I would be honored if you were to sit next to me.""<br/><br/>The lords were talking when a voice approached from behind and said with a sense of hatred a hello. Lord Jaime acknowledged the knight.<br/>"" good evening Ser, do not take this as rude but me and the lords here were having a private conversation.""</div></blockquote><br/>Brynden responded back. ""I am no Ser, Knights are for those who worship the seven, not the Old God's."""
14596,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=200,2014-12-26T23:44:00,Alderann,"RED KEEP, KINGS LANDING<br/><br/>Lord Jaime answered back to Lord Hightower.<br/>"" I fear my lord so far I am only committed to the melee. But perhaps you can help change my mind before the evening concludes.""<br/><br/>The feud between house Blackwood and House Lannister was strong, but Jaime wasn't going to be the one to set it off.<br/>"" come now lords let's go to the great hall where there is more sociable guests.""<br/><br/>Giving a glare at the Lord Blackwood, it was Jaime's way of adding a little insult. With a smirk he turned back to the lords Hightower.<br/>"" and how does Lord Loras fair? Good I hope."""
14597,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=200,2014-12-26T23:45:00,Novae Vitae,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Paramount Loras Tyrell<br/>The Red Keep, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>""And to you as well, Lord Baratheon,"" Loras Tyrell. He thought it remarkably hilarious that Lassa Baratheon had a problem lightning nightfires, but said nothing and made no sign thereof.<br/><br/>When Lord Baratheon was gone, Loras sat down and rubbed his eyes. He had not realized how much time had passed. He considered retiring, but there was business to discuss with Lord Greyjoy.<br/><br/>He called a guard in. ""Call upon Lord Greyjoy for me,"" Loras said. ""Please excuse for me this late hour, and explain I was prior preoccupied."""
14598,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=200,2014-12-26T23:49:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Alderann <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=22926728#p22926728"">wrote</a>:</cite>RED KEEP, KINGS LANDING <br/><br/>Lord Jaime answered back to Lord Hightower.<br/>"" I fear my lord so far I am only committed to the melee. But perhaps you can help change my mind before the evening concludes.""<br/><br/>The feud between house Blackwood and House Lannister was strong, but Jaime wasn't going to be the one to set it off. <br/>"" come now lords let's go to the great hall where there is more sociable guests.""<br/><br/>Giving a glare at the Lord Blackwood, it was Jaime's way of adding a little insult. With a smirk he turned back to the lords Hightower.<br/>"" and how does Lord Loras fair? Good I hope.""</div></blockquote><br/>Brynden shook his head. ""Of course you Lannister's would have no respect, not even bothering to look at man. You Seven worshipers never seem to have respect for our gods."" Brynden remembered when he was told how Lucas had been killed, defending the King in the North against the traitors, Frey's and Bolton's."
14599,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=200,2014-12-26T23:53:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Loron Greyjoy</span><br/><br/>A great deal later than he expected a servant came to bring him before lord Tyrell, saying that Loras had been in a meeting and was unable to talk with Loron as quickly as he had desired to. The explanation however didn't satisfy Loron Greyjoy, he was a lord paramount and a Greyjoy, surely he should have been prioritized over whatever petty discussion he was having.<br/><br/>Loron followed the servant to the chambers of Loras Tyrell and opened the door, standing in the doorway for a moment ""I didn't realize time passed differently on the greenlands, I was sure that I sent that message quite a while ago."" Loron took up a seat and stared daggers at the Tyrell. Waiting for an explanation."
14600,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=200,2014-12-26T23:57:00,Asyir,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Alderann <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=22926728#p22926728"">wrote</a>:</cite>RED KEEP, KINGS LANDING <br/><br/>Lord Jaime answered back to Lord Hightower.<br/>"" I fear my lord so far I am only committed to the melee. But perhaps you can help change my mind before the evening concludes.""<br/><br/>The feud between house Blackwood and House Lannister was strong, but Jaime wasn't going to be the one to set it off. <br/>"" come now lords let's go to the great hall where there is more sociable guests.""<br/><br/>Giving a glare at the Lord Blackwood, it was Jaime's way of adding a little insult. With a smirk he turned back to the lords Hightower.<br/>"" and how does Lord Loras fair? Good I hope.""</div></blockquote><blockquote><div><cite>Toronina <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=22926773#p22926773"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Alderann <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=22926728#p22926728"">wrote</a>:</cite>RED KEEP, KINGS LANDING <br/><br/>Lord Jaime answered back to Lord Hightower.<br/>"" I fear my lord so far I am only committed to the melee. But perhaps you can help change my mind before the evening concludes.""<br/><br/>The feud between house Blackwood and House Lannister was strong, but Jaime wasn't going to be the one to set it off. <br/>"" come now lords let's go to the great hall where there is more sociable guests.""<br/><br/>Giving a glare at the Lord Blackwood, it was Jaime's way of adding a little insult. With a smirk he turned back to the lords Hightower.<br/>"" and how does Lord Loras fair? Good I hope.""</div></blockquote><br/>Brynden shook his head. ""Of course you Lannister's would have no respect, not even bothering to look at man. You Seven worshipers never seem to have respect for our gods."" Brynden remembered when he was told how Lucas had been killed, defending the King in the North against the traitors, Frey's and Bolton's.</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ser Ryndar and Olyvar, The Red Keep</span><br/><br/>""Of course Lord Lannister. I too am fighting in the melee. Perhaps we could spar later? Before the tourney?"" Olyvar asked, his voice becoming excited. He looked at Ryndar, whom merely shook his head with a smile. Olyvar turned to face Lord Jaime. ""Perhaps we could speak later? I have some other business to attend to.""<br/><br/>Bowing, Olyvar departed the group with a hearty farewell for his brother and Jaime, and a stern glare for Lord Blackwood. Ryndar saw the situation between Lord Jaime and Lord Brynden was becoming more intense. He stepped in between the two lords.<br/><br/>""My lords! Can't we just pretend we don't want to kill each other? Think of the children!"""
14601,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=200,2014-12-27T00:02:00,Novae Vitae,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Loron Greyjoy""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Woodstovia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=22926795#p22926795"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Loron Greyjoy</span><br/><br/>A great deal later than he expected a servant came to bring him before lord Tyrell, saying that Loras had been in a meeting and was unable to talk with Loron as quickly as he had desired to. The explanation however didn't satisfy Loron Greyjoy, he was a lord paramount and a Greyjoy, surely he should have been prioritized over whatever petty discussion he was having.<br/><br/>Loron followed the servant to the chambers of Loras Tyrell and opened the door, standing in the doorway for a moment ""I didn't realize time passed differently on the greenlands, I was sure that I sent that message quite a while ago."" Loron took up a seat and stared daggers at the Tyrell. Waiting for an explanation.</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Paramount Loras Tyrell<br/>The Red Keep, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>Greyjoy was clearly an abrasive man. It irked Loras, especially at the late hour, but he forced a smile onto his face. ""My apologies, Lord Greyjoy. I was preoccupied with talks of marriage. Perhaps I should have considered your time under crucial strain, seeing as your servant entered my chambers rather rudely and interrupted my discussion. But I am sure that such customs are commonplace on the Iron Islands.""<br/><br/>Loras waved a hand at the chair that had rather recently been preoccupied by Baratheon. ""Please, sit. You wanted to talk?"""
14602,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=200,2014-12-27T00:04:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Asyir <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=22926829#p22926829"">wrote</a>:</cite><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Alderann <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=22926728#p22926728"">wrote</a>:</cite>RED KEEP, KINGS LANDING <br/><br/>Lord Jaime answered back to Lord Hightower.<br/>"" I fear my lord so far I am only committed to the melee. But perhaps you can help change my mind before the evening concludes.""<br/><br/>The feud between house Blackwood and House Lannister was strong, but Jaime wasn't going to be the one to set it off. <br/>"" come now lords let's go to the great hall where there is more sociable guests.""<br/><br/>Giving a glare at the Lord Blackwood, it was Jaime's way of adding a little insult. With a smirk he turned back to the lords Hightower.<br/>"" and how does Lord Loras fair? Good I hope.""</div></blockquote><blockquote><div><cite>Toronina <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=22926773#p22926773"">wrote</a>:</cite>Brynden shook his head. ""Of course you Lannister's would have no respect, not even bothering to look at man. You Seven worshipers never seem to have respect for our gods."" Brynden remembered when he was told how Lucas had been killed, defending the King in the North against the traitors, Frey's and Bolton's.</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ser Ryndar and Olyvar, The Red Keep</span><br/><br/>""Of course Lord Lannister. I too am fighting in the melee. Perhaps we could spar later? Before the tourney?"" Olyvar asked, his voice becoming excited. He looked at Ryndar, whom merely shook his head with a smile. Olyvar turned to face Lord Jaime. ""Perhaps we could speak later? I have some other business to attend to.""<br/><br/>Bowing, Olyvar departed the group with a hearty farewell for his brother and Jaime, and a stern glare for Lord Blackwood. Ryndar saw the situation between Lord Jaime and Lord Brynden was becoming more intense. He stepped in between the two lords. <br/><br/>""My lords! Can't we just pretend we don't want to kill each other? Think of the children!""</div></blockquote><br/>Brynden shot a glare at Ryndar. ""Stay out of this Hightower, I will not shed blood here."" He said. He would have loved to chop Jaime's head off, but that would result in the removal of his own head."
14603,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=200,2014-12-27T00:20:00,Asyir,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ser Ryndar Hightower, The Red Keep</span><br/><br/>""Hhm...now I know why your ancestors chose the name<span style=""font-style: italic"">Black</span>wood. Black as your mood,"" Ser Ryndar shot rather calmly towards Lord Brynden. Ryndar was irked with Lord Blackwood already, and they have just begun speaking! Ryndar took a step towards Lord Brynden, and looked him dead in the eye. ""Know this Lord Brynden. House Lannister is an ally to my liege Loras Tyrell. Should you let's say, threaten him or hurt him, I will personally drive<span style=""font-style: italic"">Vigilance</span>through your head.""<br/><br/>Ser Ryndar turned towards Jaime as he backed away from Brynden. ""My lord, it seems the mood has just become<span style=""font-style: italic"">Blackened</span>. Shall we go else where? Perhaps take a walk elsewhere?"""
14604,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=200,2014-12-27T00:20:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Loron Greyjoy</span><br/><br/>Loron raised his eyebrow slightly at Loras when he spoke of the customs of the Iron Isles. Was that supposed to be an insult? He couldn't really tell. Loron took the seat and began to think about how he could word his question.<br/><br/>""I'm speaking to you because I know that you and your kin are extremely close to the king and I wish for your support in this. Obviously you know about the tensions between the Greyjoys and the Starks. It's no use ignoring it, or sitting back and waiting as relations get worse. the king needs to pick a side to favor and I want him to favor house Greyjoy."" There was no point in feigning hapiness and telling half-truths, Loron needed to tell the Tyrell how it was and needed to get him to make a decision so Loron knew how to proceed. Either he went back to the Iron Islands and remained issolated or he would take a more active role in supporting the king."
14605,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=200,2014-12-27T00:26:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Asyir <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=22926956#p22926956"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ser Ryndar Hightower, The Red Keep</span><br/><br/>""Hhm...now I know why your ancestors chose the name <span style=""font-style: italic"">Black</span>wood. Black as your mood,"" Ser Ryndar shot rather calmly towards Lord Brynden. Ryndar was irked with Lord Blackwood already, and they have just begun speaking! Ryndar took a step towards Lord Brynden, and looked him dead in the eye. ""Know this Lord Brynden. House Lannister is an ally to my liege Loras Tyrell. Should you let's say, threaten him or hurt him, I will personally drive <span style=""font-style: italic"">Vigilance</span> through your head.""<br/><br/>Ser Ryndar turned towards Jaime as he backed away from Brynden. ""My lord, it seems the mood has just become <span style=""font-style: italic"">Blackened</span>. Shall we go else where? Perhaps take a walk elsewhere?""</div></blockquote><br/>Brynden glared at Ryndar. ""Kill me and face Lord Tully's wrath Hightower. Now back off, I have no blood quarrel with you."""
14606,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=200,2014-12-27T00:38:00,Asyir,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Toronina <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=22926984#p22926984"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Asyir <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=22926956#p22926956"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ser Ryndar Hightower, The Red Keep</span><br/><br/>""Hhm...now I know why your ancestors chose the name <span style=""font-style: italic"">Black</span>wood. Black as your mood,"" Ser Ryndar shot rather calmly towards Lord Brynden. Ryndar was irked with Lord Blackwood already, and they have just begun speaking! Ryndar took a step towards Lord Brynden, and looked him dead in the eye. ""Know this Lord Brynden. House Lannister is an ally to my liege Loras Tyrell. Should you let's say, threaten him or hurt him, I will personally drive <span style=""font-style: italic"">Vigilance</span> through your head.""<br/><br/>Ser Ryndar turned towards Jaime as he backed away from Brynden. ""My lord, it seems the mood has just become <span style=""font-style: italic"">Blackened</span>. Shall we go else where? Perhaps take a walk elsewhere?""</div></blockquote><br/>Brynden glared at Ryndar. ""Kill me and face Lord Tully's wrath Hightower. Now back off, I have no blood quarrel with you.""</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ser Ryndar Hightower, The Red Keep</span><br/><br/>""Lord Tully's wrath? Are they even capable of such things? Bah. This conversation interests me no further. Keep you quarrel to yourself, or you may find one in your chest,"" Ser Ryndar shot at Brynden. Ryndar bowed towards Jaime,""farewell Lord Jaime. Perhaps we could speak more tomorrow. My journey here has been long and tiresome, and I could use a bath.""<br/><br/>Ryndar have Lord Blackwood nothing more than an empty stare devoid of meaning. Ryndar went to where he assumed his quarters would be, his father's room. Jovaryn kept a room at the Red Keep, and Ryndar intended to use it. He was tired and full of grime from a long march. A fresh change of clothes would be nice, and he could clean<span style=""font-style: italic"">vigilance</span>as well.<br/><br/>After walking for some time, Ryndar stumbled upon his father's room, where upon he opened the door, and saw the chambers were already made up. Ryndar closed the door, and removed his armor, placing it on a nearby stand. He put on clean silk clothing, and preceded to unsheath<span style=""font-style: italic"">Vigilance</span>and clean it. He made long careful strokes with a wet cloth, cleaning the beautiful and elaborate steel blade.<br/><br/>After a time, he placed his sword back into its sheath, and fell back on the bed. He closed his eyes, and slowly let sleep take him."
14607,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=200,2014-12-27T00:45:00,Novae Vitae,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Loron Greyjoy""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Woodstovia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=22926958#p22926958"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Loron Greyjoy</span><br/><br/>Loron raised his eyebrow slightly at Loras when he spoke of the customs of the Iron Isles. Was that supposed to be an insult? He couldn't really tell. Loron took the seat and began to think about how he could word his question.<br/><br/>""I'm speaking to you because I know that you and your kin are extremely close to the king and I wish for your support in this. Obviously you know about the tensions between the Greyjoys and the Starks. It's no use ignoring it, or sitting back and waiting as relations get worse. the king needs to pick a side to favor and I want him to favor house Greyjoy."" There was no point in feigning hapiness and telling half-truths, Loron needed to tell the Tyrell how it was and needed to get him to make a decision so Loron knew how to proceed. Either he went back to the Iron Islands and remained issolated or he would take a more active role in supporting the king.</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Paramount Loras Tyrell<br/>The Red Keep, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>""Everyone knows about the tension between the Greyjoys and the Starks, thanks to that little stunt earlier,"" Loras said. He paused. ""Though, Lord Greyjoy, I must admit that I favor your House over the Starks. They are far too close to Sansa Arryn for my liking.""<br/><br/>Loras leaned back. ""I shall speak to His Grace about this matter."" It was a rather mute statement; he had already told Aerion to make Lord Greyjoy Master of Ships, but Greyjoy did not know that. ""Your fleet is rivaled only by my own vassals' and the Royal Fleet. To have all three fleets under one loyalty would mean a complete domination of the seas, which is far more important than the cold snow-sodden warriors Stark could offer.""<br/><br/>Loras paused again, letting Greyjoy consider that, before continuing. ""It would look poorly if I was seen making enemies on my first day in the capital, however,"" he said. ""Do keep this conversation between us, Lord Greyjoy."""
14608,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=200,2014-12-27T03:03:00,Diliath,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Mordonin Jaerator, Meereen</span><br/><br/>When the Mantarine ambassador had spoken walked Mordonin forward and he bowed before the Grand Vizier. ""My lady, I have come from far to speak to you. And my message is for you alone. So I speak only when I am sure nothing we say leaves the room. I do this because it is a matter that can cost me and my family our headsf the wrong people hear me.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Galaion Piper, The red Keep</span><br/><br/>When Galaion had received the letter from Loras did he immidiately start to write a reply.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To Loras Tyrell. <br/><br/>Mylord, we both know about the rivalry between you and Sansa Arryn, including her allies. One of those allies are the Tully's. I write you to say that you will have great value to an ally in the riverlands. And the Pipers will be your allies if you accept us. We will be your beachhead in the riverlands. With our help can you silence the Tully's at the beginning of the war, if war erupts. I hope you consider my request for an alliance worthy.<br/>I ask you to keep this letter between us, even if you don't accept it. You have to understand that i have taken a big gamble.<br/><br/>Galaion Piper</blockquote>"
14609,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=200,2014-12-27T03:06:00,The Imperial Republica,"*Lord Maxwell ""The Grey Fist*<br/><br/>Today had been an especially interesting day. His men had found and killed at least a dozen whisperers and spies that were allied to the other houses, and bought off a score more. Most had nothing of any real interest to tell him, but a few had rather interesting scraps of information that they were so graciously willing to part with. It seemed that tensions were high between the Tullys and the Lannisters as well as the vassal houses that served them. That could prove usefull to him should he require either one's aid. Steffon seemed to be keeping his guard up around the Tyrells so it seemed that something he had said had gotten through to the boy. That was good. Loron however...Loron was proving to be an increasingly tiresome thorn in his side. The squid was trying to put off giving Maxwell an answer until he could figure out how much he could squeeze out of an alliance with the Tyrells. That made no matter, he could wait, and in the event Loron decided to decline his offer...well he had a plan for that too. Most of the other noble houses had forgotten the power of Thunderhoof Hall, and that was exactly the way The Grey Fist liked it. He would continue to build up his armies of spies, soldiers, and ships until he could be sure he'd be able to catch the other lords off guard in combat. Until then, he was content to let them think him a petty lord, desperately trying to play the game of thrones. For now though, he'd have to make due with what he had and make sure that his spies kept tabs on all the lords, without being caught. That could prove quite disastrous indeed..."
14610,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=200,2014-12-27T04:17:00,Of the Quendi,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;"">The Ghiscari Empire</span><br/>The City of Kosrak, in the Free Province of Lhazar<br/>Under the sovereignty of Aemon the Magnificent Targaryen</span></span><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://img2.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20120317181433/asoiaf/zh/images/d/d2/House_Targaryen_crest.PNG""/><br/><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Aemon Targaryen</span></span></span></div><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">T</span></span>he arrogant and not the least bit apologetic sarcasm of his brother's greeting instantly infuriated Aemon and made him clench his fist around the hilt of Longclaw. The vestiges of love he had for his little brother did not excuse Viserys's defiance, the contrary in fact. Younger brothers should respect and obey their older brothers, thus was the law, and one day Viserys would have to bear his due punishment for his rebelliousness.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""I might ask the same of you Viserys, son of my mother.""</span>Aemon spoke politely but coldly.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Your men are on my land and their presence is unwelcome here, I suggest you remove them or I will have to do it for you.""</span>He declared.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">T</span></span>he Red Lamb was not a man to stand idly by while his homeland was invaded even if he had inferior numbers. The moment the Dothraki crossed the border Lhazar would have commenced mobilization. For a moment Aemon said nothing further, contemplating to take the great confrontation that he was increasingly convinced would come. The Empire had never been more powerful. The military reforms where complete and the army was at peak numbers, though not yet as trained and experienced as it would one day become. If he waited Aemon ran the risk of letting Viserys's khalasar grow while Ghiscar would not.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">B</span></span>ut Aemon wanted not war. So he spoke once more.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Well it seems a great raid has been quite successful for you brother. You have taken many sheep and much gold from my people. Keep it. Remove your army for my land and take all the loot you have already taken with you. For each of my subjects, men, women or children, that you have taken captive I will pay one westerosi gold dragon. Take these terms and you shall have peace. Take them not and you may find Hesh or Lhazosh a tougher nut to crack then Kosrak.""</span>Aemon offered.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;"">The Seven Kingdoms</span><br/>King's Landing, on the Blackwater Bay<br/>Within the Crownlands of the King</span></span><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d4/GhisHarpie.png""/><br/><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ser Aurane Velaryon and Ser Daemon Waters</span></span></span></div><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">T</span></span>he stench had been the first sign that the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Seasnake</span>was nearing King's Landing. Before Aurane saw the towers of the Red Keep or the grand dome over the Dragonvault he had begun to smell from his cabin something foul that as time passed grew more intense. After more than a decade in exile Aurane had forgotten how disgusting a place King's Landing really was. Meereen, R'hllor be thanked, did not have such a filthy odeur. Yet for years Aurane had longed to leave behind for good Meereen and return to King's Landing. Nostalgia was a strange thing he surmised.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">B</span></span>ut despite the wretched smell as he walked up on the deck observing as the city came closer, and as he remarkably quickly refamiliarized himself with the stench, Aurane felt at home like he never had in Meereen. Twelve years it had been. Twelve years since Aurane last saw the city swarming with Tyrell assassins and murders and the Red Keep in flames while Aemon Targaryen, made king by the chaos that slew his parents, with his family, the brother, his wife and daughter, Aurane's kin, fled aboard ships belonging to Lord Angra. Following them to guard his niece and her daughter Aurane and his sons had been exiled from their home.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Y</span></span>et now he returned. Much had changed in twelve years. Aemon was not a boy fleeing from mighty adversaries anymore, he was emperor of a kingdom greater and richer than any of the seven. He needed not cower before his foes anymore. So when news of the hatching of a dragon egg to Aerion Targaryen had reached Meereen the emperor had sent Aurane as an ambassador to Westeros. A dangerous task, the Tyrell's had filled Aerion's ears with many lies and Aurane knew he was as likely to be slain as he was to be received by the king. Yet his name was no poor shield. His brother still ruled Driftmark and was not a man to take the slight the execution of his brother was, in good cheer. And more importantly there where still, so claimed the slimy snake Khrazdaqan, and all else said for the perfidious eunuch he was rarely wrong about such things, many of consequence in Westeros who revered the name Aemon Targaryen. They would be able to protect him Aurane hoped, as he gazed towards the city.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">A</span></span>urane's former squire, and one of the smartest men he knew, Ser Daemon Waters approached the Ghiscari ambassador.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""The Emperor's aunt will be somewhere in the city if the fishermen of the coast of Driftmark spoke truth ser.""</span>The man, a youth of scarcely twenty years declared assuringly.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""If Lord Khrazadaqan's intelligence is accurate she may be receptive to the wishes of her nephew, the Emperor.""</span>He spoke politely. Aurane just grunted.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""If and may?""</span>He complained.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""When did I become a cat's paw of the inquisitor putting my life on the line on the whispers of his underlings? What Lady Missandei, or Aemon for that matter, sees in these eunuchs of the Censorate I will never know. Me they always give the willies, I wouldn't trust Khrazdaqan with a groat and now I am trusting him with my life. Bloody eunuch.""</span>Aurane growled.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">D</span></span>aemon quickly cast a gaze down the length of the ship, examining the crewmen who tended to their tasks, laughing and chatting about what they would do when they came ashore in King' Landing.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""R'hllors flames Aurane, be quiet. We do not know who is listening. Lord Khrazdaqan has eyes and ears everywhere.""</span>The young knight declared flustered. Aurane followed his gaze. He knew most the men on<span style=""font-style: italic"">Seasmoke</span>. Most where westerosi who had sailed with Prince Aemon all these years ago. Brave lads who had taken a stand for the rightful king of the Seven Kingdoms when great lords dared not. They had served first under Aurane and then his son Corlys in the Ghiscari navy for a decade and during the four months long journey Aurane had gotten to know most of them personally. The idea that any of them where informers for the Inquisitor was sickening. Yet part of Daemon's worry became Aurane's own. What did he really know of the men? Who knew what vices and weaknesses they had that the inquisitor could exploit. If rumors where true a third of the Ghiscari empire where informers, millions of people. Aurane dared not believe that not some of his men where among them.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">H</span></span>e nodded slowly.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""It will be over soon. Once we have seen Lady Sansa she will either send us to the executioners of the Tyrell's or your ""lord"" Khrazdaqan's informers will have assessed her correctly. Either way our association with the inquisitor will be at an end."" </span>Aurane spoke with longing. More so than he desired to walk on the shores of Driftmark he longed for a day when he would not be a pawn in the eunuch's games of thrones.<br/><br/><div align=""center"">~*~</div><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">D</span></span>aemon had picked a table that provided amble view of the whole of the interior of the inn and taken a seat with his back against the wall from which he could see anyone coming and going through the front door. The backdoor was another matter entirely but there was nothing to do about that. As he toasted Ser Aurane Velaryon, who was seated a bit away on an adjacent table, with Arbor red, Daemon's keen lilac eyes scanned the room meticulous for any who looked to be paying the pair undue attention.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""To the King!""</span>Aurane declared loudly in the common tongue.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">A</span></span>gainst himself Daemon smirked at the older man. He feared for his former mentor, a man of many virtues and qualities who was hopeless in the games of men like the inquisitor. Aurane Velaryon was a sailor, a captain and an admiral, more than he was a nobleman, and he was a nobleman more than he was a politician. With Daemon it was different. He knew he had a knack for politics. It was what he disliked most about himself.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""The King.""</span>Daemon spoke much more quietly.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">I</span></span>t had been about a half hour since the innkeeper had sent a messenger to his proprietary, a man in the employ of Lady Sansa, who among many other properties in the capital, owned the inn where Daemon and Aurane was waiting. A half hour was long enough for someone to alert the gold cloaks or worse the Tyrell's. While neither Aurane nor Daemon was guilty of any wrongdoing it would be easy enough to accuse them of being spies, not an unreasonable claim to make, and execute them. If the proprietary loved gold more than his mistress it was not inconceivable that armed men where converging on the inn already.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">J</span></span>ust when Daemon was about to walk over to his comrade's table and propose a rapid and discreet exit the messenger entered the front door with a well dressed man. Quietly Daemon breathed air out as the messenger, reasonably discreetly, guided the man towards Ser Aurane's table. Huddling himself in his cloak Daemon did his best to appear inconspicuous to escape the notice of the proprietary. It was unnecessary, once the messenger had pointed out Ser Aurane the proprietary took notice of no one else and walked quickly towards Ser Aurane's table where he took a seat with his back against Daemon's table.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Ser Aurane Velaryon?""</span>The proprietary whispered, only just loudly enough for Daemon to hear it. The man was a fool to take so little notice of his surroundings. Daemon could have easily been a Tyrell spy listening in. Fortunately Daemon himself was less careless. He was certain that no other man in the inn would be able to hear a whispered conversation between Ser Aurane and the proprietary.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">S</span></span>er Aurane nodded.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Jon ... Langford?""</span>He replied, receiving a nod from the man. Aurane grunted.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""I have business with your mistress, Lady Sansa, I am told you can deliver a message to her?""</span>Aurane asked. The pause of the proprietary alerted Daemon to the coming turn of the conversation. The man looked more like a merchant in service to Lady Sansa for money than a knight sworn by honor. He was not to be trusted.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""I might. Depends on a lot of things. Whats the message about and who is it from for a start.""</span>The man spoke. Aurane's brow furrowed.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Not your concern proprietary.""</span>He growled quietly.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">B</span></span>ut that did not deter the proprietary.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Well as I am sure you can understand, ""ser"", Aurane, I can't very well deliver a message from some hedge knight to one of the finest ladies in the Seven Kingdoms, it just wouldn't be proper. No, I can't do this thing. Not unless properly motivated. Mayhaps you can make it worth my while.""</span>The proprietary spoke in a slick and venomous tone. Ser Aurane nodded slowly.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""You want money proprietary?""</span>He asked almost rhetorically. Even Ser Aurane knew blatant greed when it was thrown in his face.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Two gold dragons might make it worth your while, no?""</span>Ser Aurane said<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">A</span></span>s Daemon discreetly and quietly rose from his chair, unheard by the proprietary that was consumed by his greed, the other man immediately barked back at Ser Aurane.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Ten.""</span>Was his command.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Ten and I shall deliver your message sellsword. For another ten I might bring one back as ...""</span>He said, falling silently as he felt the point of Daemon's dirk pressing against his neck from the back.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Ten?""</span>Aurane growled.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Very well wretch. Ten for the delivery of my message and ten for bringing back a response to the brothel in Eel Alley. No bad payment, eh? If you play me false you shall receive one of my many knifes in this city right to your dark greedy heart, do we understand one another?""</span>Ser Velaryon spoke and Daemon felt how the proprietary, who was now trembling under the point of Daemon's dirk, gave a quick and servile nod. The man was fortunately a craven, Daemon would bet quite a lot on the man not daring to betray Ser Aurane. His life as it happened, and Ser Aurane's too.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">S</span></span>er Aurane nodded slowly.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Good.""</span>He simply spoke. Then he paused for a moment before putting a hand in his pocket. He pulled out a pale stone figure in the shape of a snarling wolf's head placing it on the table between himself and the proprietary.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Deliver this to Lady Sansa and tell her that friends of the man who wields the sword on which this wolf's head was once the pommel seek a private audience with her, and asks her to arrange it as discreetly as she can.""</span>Ser Aurane said. With shaking hands the proprietary reached for the pommel of Longclaw and took it.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Yes My Lord.""</span>He mumbled meekly. Ser Aurane grunted."
14611,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=200,2014-12-27T07:55:00,Aurinsula,"It had been a busy day for the Arryns. Sansa had a long catch-up with her brother, and made good introductions between their various children. There had been laughs a-plenty, along with wistful sighs, and many a story of the old days. Sansa had particularly enjoyed telling Rickon and his family about their father, whom she of course remembered much better than he did. Ned Stark had been a great man. Their happy meeting stretched on until after dinner, when the two groups parted ways on full stomachs. Having a house of their own to retire to, the House of Arryn returned to it at about 7 PM. (This may seem early, by our reckoning, but remember that Westerosi have no clocks and live their lives by the sun.)<br/><br/>Upon arrival, Lord Jeor met up with his seven noble knights - making a party of eight in total - and headed out to the bottle-shops to have a night's light carouse. Sansa, as was her wont, elected to stay in, catching up on her correspondence. This was a good opportunity for her to think about money; she owned about 60,000 dragons worth of property in King's Landing and they made her an annual yield of about 1,200 to 1,800 gold - 2 to 3 percent. This was a princely sum; we all remember that in the time of Daeron II, 130 years ago, four golden dragons would get you a whole suit of fine armor. She was a profoundly wealthy woman, and not even her own son knew the whole extent of it.<br/><br/>It was at about 8:15 when Jon Langford approached the Manse Arryn. It was guarded at the front by four serjeants-at-mace, each one clad cap-a-pie in chain-mail, carrying a brutal war-hammer that would crack a man's bones in a single blow. They were no stormtroopers, nor were they callous murderers the likes of which might have found gainful employment in the Brave Companions. They were men of ordinary consciousness, drilled thoroughly at arms, who - if you asked them for a philosophical statement - considered it an honor to keep the ducal family from harm and despised the idea that violence might be used as an instrument of state policy. If their masters had, in calm and collection, ordered them to bludgeon a man to death, they might well have fain begged off. Political murder was someone else's job; theirs was to prevent violence.<br/><br/>""I pray you, men,"" said Langford, ""I must see Lady Arryn. Tell her it's a matter of tremendous importance."" Initially, they scoffed.<br/><br/>""What are you playing, man? It's after dark, and the Lady's not to be disturbed. If you've a message for it, tell it to me, and if I like the sound of it then I'll pass it along to her."" Jon Langford was almost apoplectic with fear and eagerness.<br/><br/>""It's - it's to do with her inns and holdings, gentlemen."" Their scoffs turned to laughs.<br/><br/>""Inns and holdings? At nigh-on to midnight? Get you gone, and come back in the morning, lest we give thee a stern hiding for impertinence.""<br/><br/>""I must... I must beg you men, I have..."" He could only stammer as he fidgeted with the pommel, which one of the serjeants caught to at once.<br/><br/>""Hello, what have we here? Let's take a look, eh?"" As soon as the wolf's head was in his hands, the guards looked to one another with hesitation. The symbol itself meant nothing to them; it could well have been a dog, and between wolves and dogs there were a dozen houses that used these devices. It was the sheer novelty of the thing that appealed to them.<br/><br/>""Well, bugger-a-bear. I suppose Lady Sansa ought to see this. But no games, y'hear? No closer'n 10 paces to m'lady, and if'n you so much as scratch your arse wif'out permission, I'll punch a hole in your skull and see all the bad blood out, y'hear?""<br/><br/>He was so admitted.<br/><br/>* * * * *<br/><br/>In the end, there had been no need for all those precautions. Jon Langford was admitted to her Ladyship's presence, and he offered up to her - or rather, he offered up to a guard, who then placed gingerly upon her writing-desk - the stone wolf's head. He had no mind for malice.<br/><br/>And where, she asked without raising her eyes, did he get this?<br/><br/>He spilled the whole story at once, even feeling the need to mention that he was getting ten golden dragons for the go and ten to come back. It was good to come clean of these things. At the end, he repeated his message:<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">The friends of the man who wielded this pommel's sword seek a private audience with the Lady of the East.</span><br/><br/>""Very well,"" she said. ""No, don't tell me where you're delivering this message. It will be better on their spirits. Tell them to meet me in two hours at the Inn of the Black Bull. I will be waiting for them. They must give the publican this token,"" she said, giving him a wooden tally, ""and he will show them to me. And on no circumstances take their money; you've been paid enough for one evening.""<br/><br/>He scampered off to deliver her message, and true enough, should they arrive at the appointed time, she was good to her word. The wooden tally would take them to a secluded chamber, and therein could they discuss their business."
14612,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=200,2014-12-27T11:16:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Loron Greyjoy</span><br/><br/>Loron smiled at Loras Tyrell, happy that he was getting his way. ""You're a smart man lord Tyrell."" he told him ""Make sure king Aerion sees the situation the same way you do."" with that Loron turned and left, having no further business with the man."
14613,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=200,2014-12-27T11:44:00,Of the Quendi,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;"">The Ghiscari Empire</span><br/>The Imperial City of Meereen, in the Bay of Ghiscari<br/>Under the sovereignty of Aemon the Magnificent Targaryen</span></span><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d4/GhisHarpie.png""/><br/><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lady Missandei</span></span></span></div><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">M</span></span>issandei slowly robbed her temples as the Mantarine ambassador strode out of the audience chamber. The grand vizier could feel a headache build and had a very clear feeling that the Vaeleneos woman would be nothing but trouble. Exchanging a gaze with Khrazdaqan she received a discreet nod from the eunuch that did more to alleviate her headache then the gentle rubbing of her fingers. Khrazdaqan could always be trusted to keep an eye on things. From that slightest of nods Missandei deduced that Maelesa Vaeleneos would be watched intently for the duration of her stay in Meereen, if not for the rest of the woman's life, the censors was nothing if not efficient. They had rid Missandei of more headaches then the whole of her cabinet ever had.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">B</span></span>eckoning for her chamberlain to approach Missandei none the less decided that a visit to one of the great bathhouses of Meereen for a thorough rubdown by a beautiful maiden with warm soft hands was what she needed, and then perhaps a swim. The masseuses of the Skahazdeen Baths where particularly beautiful in the Valyrian manner and skillful in their craft.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""The Qartheen dignitary, Mordonin Jaerator. Send him in.""</span>Missandei ordered her chamberlain, dismissing thoughts of more pleasant activities than government from her mind. The Empire awaited the pleasure of no man nor woman.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">T</span></span>he chamberlain quickly fetched the Qartheen visitor. Missandei viewed him with only a little less skepticism than she had shown Lady Maelesa Vaeleneos. Daenerys had spoken often enough of the false friends she had made in the enigmatic city in the east to give Missandei pause when face to face with a Qartheen. Yet Mordonin Jaerator was no common Qartheen. He was worse. Of Valyrian descent he was a warlock, a member of an order that had taken Missandei's Silver Queen and her dragons captive thirty years past. But Mordonin was also a man who had grudges in Qarth, where his Valyrian father had been murdered a year past. Khrazdaqan had nowhere near as many eyes and ears in Qarth as he did in Westeros but Missandei knew plenty of the young warlock before her.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">A</span></span>s the formalities was done the warlock, with what for a Qartheen could only be called bluntness, spoke his mind. Missandei smiled a licentious smile. Assuming the warlock wasn't either exaggerating, or had sinister motives for wanting to be alone with Missandei his words seemed to suggest a golden opportunity for the Empire to expand its influence into Qarth. Slowly Missandei rose from her seat making a gesture towards an antechamber next to the audience hall.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Very well Mordonin Jaerator, you have my interest piqued. We can speak privately in the next chamber.""</span>She declared, breaking protocol by walking towards the chamber.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Fetch Quaithe.""</span>She ordered Khrazdaqan as she waved Ser Tumco Lho over to search the warlock for weapons, be they magic or mundane.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;"">The Seven Kingdoms</span><br/>King's Landing, on the Blackwater Bay<br/>Within the Crownlands of the King</span></span><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d4/GhisHarpie.png""/><br/><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ser Daemon Waters</span></span></span></div><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">S</span></span>er Aurane scoffed as the Langford proprietary ran of.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Filth monger. The type to sell his grandmother for a half groat, eh?""</span>The knight declared, spitting on the street outside the Black Bull, true to his sailor origin and lifestyle. Daemon merely shrugged.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Well he didn't want your gold for his tally.""</span>Daemon declared, pondering what kind of person Lady Sansa could be to deter a greedy money grubber like Langford to refuse coin. Perhaps she was as powerful as her nephew needed her to be after all.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">T</span></span>he two men, robbed in hooded cloaks that concealed their features and Valyrian traits. Daemon had done what he could to scout for shadows tailing, taking Ser Aurane on many detours even disappearing for a while into Flea Bottom to loose trackers. Before meeting Lady Sansa Daemon was not prepared to make an assessment of the situation in the Seven Kingdoms. She would know if his and Ser Aurane's lives where at stake should their presence become known to the King. She would know if the time was ripe to undo the Tyrell traitors.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Y</span></span>et as he entered the inn with Ser Aurane, Daemon scouted the inn for any guests that concealed swords or Arryn surcloaks under their robes. After twelve year who knew where Lady Sansa stood. Ser Aurane handed his tally to the innkeeper the two men was whisked away to a back room. To their deaths or to play the game of a scheming eunuch only Lady Sansa knew."
14614,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=200,2014-12-27T12:43:00,Sebastianbourg,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Sebastianbourg <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=22913062#p22913062"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Sebasion Iranassar,<br/>Free City of Pentos</span><br/><hr/><br/>Lord Sebasion Iranassar had departed his native Lys in haste for the Free City of Pentos in order to meet and care for his bedridden grand-uncle, Magister Illyrio Iranassar, who was rapidly approaching death due to old age (and not a plot to kill him). Unfortunately, he couldn't reach the city as quickly as he would have liked to since it was difficult to find a ship to charter which would be able to hold the vast amount of goods (mostly wine and spices which he had bought from relatives who had returned from faraway lands) he was intending to sell upon his arrival in the Free City of Pentos; his fortune was stored across in family and bank vaults across the Free Cities of Essos and he could not risk to leave Pentos to retrieve the money and have his grand-uncle die in his absence. <br/><br/>Lord Sebasion Iranassar had chosen not to bring any Lysene courtesans with him to his grand-uncle's eight-towered mansion out of a desire to impress fellow aristocrats and merchant-princes with his decency and etiquette but by the time of his arrival in the city it had been decided that he would locate his favourite brothels and could perhaps 'hire' one or two attractive female 'free bond servants' who would serve him as bed-slaves in all but name and could be put to other uses as well.<br/><br/>In general, Lord Sebasion Iranassar was set to spend several reasonably-pleasant months in the city he would perhaps play an important part in ruling one day. Yes, he would be momentarily separated from the majority of his family (they were scattered across the Free Cities but those closest to him were those resident in Lys), his courtesans/bed-slaves and his social circle composed of fellow merchant-lords and scholars and intellectuals of all backgrounds but the end-result would be very convenient for him; he would leave Pentos a Magister (and of course he would inherit his grand-uncle's substantial fortune and prestige).</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Sebasion Iranassar,<br/>Free City of Pentos</span><br/><hr/><br/>Only days had passed since Lord Sebasion Iranassar had relocated to the Free City of Pentos from the Free City of Lys in order to care for his bedridden, sickly grand-uncle, Magister Illyrio Iranassar. Nevertheless, the Lord of Light (which Lord Sebasion Iranassar did not sincerely believe in for he was decidedly and secretly irreligious and agnostic) had sent his servant, Death, to retrieve the Pentoshi merchant-prince Illyrio Iranassar from amongst the mortals of the world. Therefore, Lord Sebasion Iranassar was put into a mild form of grief and caused severe confusion as no-one knew what the Lysene merchant-lord would no be called (he had been called a lord previously but he now was a Magister of Pentos).<br/><br/>In any case, preparations were made for a grand and opulent funeral to be held in Pentos and messengers were sent-out to all the Free Cities (with the exception of Lorath and Norvos where no Iranassar clan-members resided), the Seven Kingdoms (Westeros) and to important cities in the Ghiscari Empire (where several members of House Iranassar lived temporarily as merchants) in order to announce the magister's death to all Iranassar clan-members and notable family-friends, aristocrats and merchant-lords.<br/><br/>Lord-Magister Sebasion Iranassar was now free to depart the Free City of Pentos for his inheritance had been secured both monetarily and prestige-wise. However, he was attempting to begin loaning-out relatively-small amounts of money at little risk to Pentoshi merchants before returning to his native Lys or travelling elsewhere (which was a possibility since he was anxious to trade more exotic and expensive goods that could only be found within the depths of the vast continent of Essos."
14615,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=200,2014-12-27T12:48:00,Nuridia,"Eugenia smiled and bade goodbye to Sansa when she had left. Lady Stark was happy that her husband had gotten to see his beloved older sister again, one of the few of his family still remaining. ""Rickon, so what shall we do now?"" ""Talk to the king, congratulate him on his upcoming mariage?"" ""I mean we did travel from Winterfell for duty's sake."" she asked her husband. She didn't get good vibes around Loras Tyrell, there was something fishy about him. He was doing something to the king and by the Seven she'd find out who it was."
14616,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=225,2014-12-27T13:27:00,Tomia,"Rickon was very happy to see Sansa. She was one of few remaining family after all. He then turned to Eugenia when he heard her idea. ""That's a good idea my lady. We should speak to the King. Maybe after that we can have dinner with the children."" He told her as they headed of to see the king."
14617,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=225,2014-12-27T13:52:00,Novae Vitae,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Galaion Piper""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Diliath <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=22927625#p22927625"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Mordonin Jaerator, Meereen</span><br/><br/>When the Mantarine ambassador had spoken walked Mordonin forward and he bowed before the Grand Vizier. ""My lady, I have come from far to speak to you. And my message is for you alone. So I speak only when I am sure nothing we say leaves the room. I do this because it is a matter that can cost me and my family our headsf the wrong people hear me.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Galaion Piper, The red Keep</span><br/><br/>When Galaion had received the letter from Loras did he immidiately start to write a reply. <br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To Loras Tyrell. <br/><br/>Mylord, we both know about the rivalry between you and Sansa Arryn, including her allies. One of those allies are the Tully's. I write you to say that you will have great value to an ally in the riverlands. And the Pipers will be your allies if you accept us. We will be your beachhead in the riverlands. With our help can you silence the Tully's at the beginning of the war, if war erupts. I hope you consider my request for an alliance worthy.<br/>I ask you to keep this letter between us, even if you don't accept it. You have to understand that i have taken a big gamble.<br/><br/>Galaion Piper</blockquote></div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Paramount Loras Tyrell<br/>The Red Keep, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>It was not long after Greyjoy left that the reply from Piper arrived. Loras supposed he could have summoned the man outright, but that seemed arduous that this late hour.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To Lord Galaion Piper,<br/><br/>It would be very good of you to aid House Tyrell in such a way, and we thank you for such loyalty. I fear deeply, however, that the quick end to Tully's revolt you mean to great would be undone if the other Riverlords should oppose you. I believe the Lord of Harrenhal has arrived at court to see His Grace's wedding. Should you prove able to pull him to this fold of Riverlords loyal to the Crown over House Tully, House Tyrell and the Crown would certainly owe House Piper a debt, which would be rewarded <span style=""font-style: italic"">considerably</span>.<br/><br/>-truly,<br/>Loras Tyrell, Lord Paramount of the Reach, Lord of Highgarden, Warden of the South, and Warden of the Marches</blockquote><br/><br/>Loras returned the letter to Paxter Redwyne, whom had been waiting for his swift hand to finish its inscription. ""Go, Ser Redwyne,"" Loras said. Redwyne departed, and once he had, Loras moved to his bed.<br/><br/>""Someone bring me Ser Olyvar,"" he called to the door, already removing his external-most bits of attire."
14618,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=225,2014-12-27T14:22:00,Yngen,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Great Hall, The Red Keep, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>The clank of boots sounded outside the Great Hall. Lord Bolton, along with a half-dozen of his retainers, approached the giant wooden doors, a mismatched band. Bolton himself wore pale plate armour that looked almost like bone, with a long-faced sallet hanging at his belt. Most of his men wore nasal helmets, with steel breastplates and mail, but one wore bronze ringmail over silk and another wore a great-helm with a pair of towering auroch horns with heavy mail and plate gauntlets. All had their capes fastened by brooches in the fearsome shape of the flayed man.<br/><br/>The Lord of the Dreadfort, along with his bronze warrior and his horned warrior, stepped forwards to speak with the guards.<br/>""Is the King holding court? I would pay my respects to our monarch."""
14619,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=225,2014-12-27T14:57:00,Lunas Legion,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Dromond <span style=""font-style: italic"">Valyria</span>, Volantine Fleet en route to Lys </span><br/><br/>Zereno sipped from a goblet of wine as he glanced back over Volantis, the city slowly sliding behind the horizon. He knew this attack was an all-or-nothing battle; victory would shatter Cithien's power at sea, and cost him both of his conquests. Failure would see Volantis lose the majority of it's fleet, and leave itself open for conquest by Cithien. Whether he succeeded, however, depended on factors entirely outside of his control.<br/><br/>Would the Pentoshi, Myrmen and Lorathi said to attack Tyrosh as he commanded? How many forces would they commit? Would the Myrmen attack the Disputed Lands instead whilst the Pentoshi sailed on Tyrosh alone? Would Cithien know of his intentions, and of his deception to all including his allies? They expected the Volantine fleet to reinforce them by moving up through the Stepstones, but Zereno had set sail to take over Lys instead.<br/><br/>He had 450 ships, 50 of them great War Dromonds while the remainin 400 were galleys dipping anywhere between 100 and 150 oars each. If the fleets of Myr, Pentos and Lorath fully combined to launch their attack on Tyrosh, he guessed they would have a slightly higher number, but the vast majority of those ships would be galleys, and their numbers wouldn't matter if they didn't attack in the first place.<br/><br/>But they had to succeed, did they not? Volantis was the greatest of the Free Cities; it had taken an alliance of all of the others except Braavos, one of the Westerosi Storm Kings and even Aegon the Conqueror himself to bring her to heel during the Century of Blood after the Doom. But that was an age long past, but it was an age that could yet be renewed in his eyes. Defeat Cithien, and the road to a second Volantine Empire was open. Lose, and one of the great obstacles to Cithien's conquest of Essos would be removed. But it was a chance he was willing to take, because he doubted he'd be able to witness the glories of what Volantis deserved if he was cautious."
14620,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=225,2014-12-27T20:51:00,Asyir,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Novae Vitae <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=22931553#p22931553"">wrote</a>:</cite><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Galaion Piper""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Diliath <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=22927625#p22927625"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Mordonin Jaerator, Meereen</span><br/><br/>When the Mantarine ambassador had spoken walked Mordonin forward and he bowed before the Grand Vizier. ""My lady, I have come from far to speak to you. And my message is for you alone. So I speak only when I am sure nothing we say leaves the room. I do this because it is a matter that can cost me and my family our headsf the wrong people hear me.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Galaion Piper, The red Keep</span><br/><br/>When Galaion had received the letter from Loras did he immidiately start to write a reply. <br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To Loras Tyrell. <br/><br/>Mylord, we both know about the rivalry between you and Sansa Arryn, including her allies. One of those allies are the Tully's. I write you to say that you will have great value to an ally in the riverlands. And the Pipers will be your allies if you accept us. We will be your beachhead in the riverlands. With our help can you silence the Tully's at the beginning of the war, if war erupts. I hope you consider my request for an alliance worthy.<br/>I ask you to keep this letter between us, even if you don't accept it. You have to understand that i have taken a big gamble.<br/><br/>Galaion Piper</blockquote></div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Paramount Loras Tyrell<br/>The Red Keep, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>It was not long after Greyjoy left that the reply from Piper arrived. Loras supposed he could have summoned the man outright, but that seemed arduous that this late hour.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To Lord Galaion Piper,<br/><br/>It would be very good of you to aid House Tyrell in such a way, and we thank you for such loyalty. I fear deeply, however, that the quick end to Tully's revolt you mean to great would be undone if the other Riverlords should oppose you. I believe the Lord of Harrenhal has arrived at court to see His Grace's wedding. Should you prove able to pull him to this fold of Riverlords loyal to the Crown over House Tully, House Tyrell and the Crown would certainly owe House Piper a debt, which would be rewarded <span style=""font-style: italic"">considerably</span>.<br/><br/>-truly,<br/>Loras Tyrell, Lord Paramount of the Reach, Lord of Highgarden, Warden of the South, and Warden of the Marches</blockquote><br/><br/>Loras returned the letter to Paxter Redwyne, whom had been waiting for his swift hand to finish its inscription. ""Go, Ser Redwyne,"" Loras said. Redwyne departed, and once he had, Loras moved to his bed.<br/><br/>""Someone bring me Ser Olyvar,"" he called to the door, already removing his external-most bits of attire.</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ser Olyvar Hightower, The Red Keep</span><br/><br/>""Milord, Lord Loras Tyrell calls for you. It sounds most urgent,"" A Reachmen said to Ser Olyvar Hightower, as the knight was removing his armor in his room. Olyvar removed his silver plate, and nearly placed it upon it's stand. He then clothed himself in elaborate finery, with the house's sigil upon its breast.<br/><br/>""And I shall see what Lord Loras needs. You may go.""<br/><br/>The servant departed, and Ser Olyvar left his room door. Olyvar slowly made his way to Loras's quarters. Upon reachin the wooden door, he grasped the door handle, and swung the door open. Once he was in the room, he closed it shut.<br/><br/>""You called my Lord?"""
14621,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=225,2014-12-27T20:59:00,Novae Vitae,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Paramount Loras Tyrell<br/>The Red Keep, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>""I did, Olyvar,"" Loras replied. ""I have had an incredibly long and frustrating day,"" he continued. ""I have dealt with a king and a regent and two Lords Paramount and I can feel the stress mounting in my head.""<br/><br/>Loras stepped into Olyvar, leaving little space between them. There were of a height, so their lips were close. ""Perhaps you could help me relax,"" Loras whispered in Olyvar's ear."
14622,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=225,2014-12-27T21:12:00,Asyir,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Novae Vitae <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=22935103#p22935103"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Paramount Loras Tyrell<br/>The Red Keep, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>""I did, Olyvar,"" Loras replied. ""I have had an incredibly long and frustrating day,"" he continued. ""I have dealt with a king and a regent and two Lords Paramount and I can feel the stress mounting in my head.""<br/><br/>Loras stepped into Olyvar, leaving little space between them. There were of a height, so their lips were close. ""Perhaps you could help me relax,"" Loras whispered in Olyvar's ear.</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/>Olyvar felt Loras get closer to him, until they were practically touching. Olyvar moved his right hand up to Loras's cheek. He felt a great warmth emit from his leige lord, one Olyvar enjoyed having within his hands. He moved his lips near Loras's, they were only a small hair away<br/><br/>""I could see to that my lord,"" Olyvar softly said. ""We can't have our Lord Paramount stressed now. He must remain<span style=""font-style: italic"">strong</span>."""
14623,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=225,2014-12-27T21:17:00,Novae Vitae,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Paramount Loras Tyrell<br/>The Red Keep, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>""Right now, I am<span style=""font-style: italic"">very</span>strong,"" Loras replied, losing control of himself, pulling Olyvar into him, their lips meeting. Pressed into his thigh Olyvar would undoubtedly feel just how<span style=""font-style: italic"">strong</span>Loras was in that moment.<br/><br/>After a moment, Loras pushed away and fell back into the bed. ""I want to see how strong my Silver Knight can be,"" he said with a heretical smirk."
14624,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=225,2014-12-27T22:27:00,New Granadeseret,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Red Keep, King's Landing<br/>The Baratheon-Swanns</span><br/><br/>The ceremony went on for roughly ten minutes more, the siblings singing a hymn of praise as well as allowing Lassa to go through her personal prayers... the list so long, rushed, and quiet Steffon could hardly make it out. There was certainly something wrong with her, to be feeling so tense during one of these times. When they finished they stood up before the fire, Steffon reaching up and brushing Lassa's hood back. He placed a finger under her chin, tilting it up so he could look into her eyes.<br/><br/>""You're troubled."" He spoke matter-of-factly. ""What is the matter with you?""<br/><br/>She tapped her feet nerviously for a moment, as though trying to gracefully sidestep the issue. ""I'm simply exhausted,"" she claimed, eying the bed. ""It was so hard to sleep on the boat here... all I need is a good night's rest.""<br/><br/>That response might have fooled anybody else; her eyes dropping, muscled sagging as though she were tired. However, her brother had known her his entire life... and those were exactly her tells for when she was trying to hide something. ""I've left you alone here all evening,"" He apologized, slowly walking them over the mattress. The two sat down next to each other, Steffon cupping his hand around one of his sisters as they rested in her lap. ""The least I owe you is a few minutes of my time."" Her finger curled up in his grasp, nails running over the skin... expression shifting from tired and fearful to sad as she realized she'd been caught.<br/><br/>""It is nothing you ought to worry yourself over Steffon."" The last word threw him for a loop. It was so unlike her, so impersonal; like he was running forward to meet her and suddenly ran against a wall appearing from nowhere. ""You'd best focus on our Lady's mission, no?"" The mention of Lady Melisandre merely continued to increase his confusion. What could she possibly have to do with anything at the moment?""<br/><br/>""I'm not sure I quite understand..."" his voice faded off. He wanted to help her, or at least come to a conclusion so it woulden't keep them both up all night, his genuine apology sounding so much different than his polite one.<br/><br/>""Of course you understand... its the reason you decided to come in the first place, no?"" It was only then her troubles clicked in his mind but before he could speak she continued. ""Melisandre told you your true love would be here. You're going to meet her and wed and... I'll be all alone again."" A few tears were starting to well up in her eyes; the memories of all those troubled, impossible years holed up in her room confused and scared playing through her mind.<br/><br/>Steffon could feel his heart pounding against his cheast... aching as she appeared on the verge of breaking down into tears. His arms shifted, Reflexively trying to reach out and hold her, like he had done before he'd gone off to study... before his better part came to him and gave a mental splash of cold water. Instead, he took a more subdued approach, reaching up to wipe the tears from her eyes.<br/><br/>""Don't be silly, dearest sister."" He tried to sooth her, lowering his voice to a calming murmer. ""Its not as though I'm going to forget about you. I'm not just here for myself... who is to say your true love isen't here as well? I've been talking with the other lords... and there is one in particular I think might be just perfect for you."" Lassa seemed to be calming down, he breathing slowing and finally willing to look back up; almost hopeful.<br/><br/>""I... I'll just lose myself."" She said, mind drifting to a worst-case scenario. ""He'll try to look at me and I'll just... just..."" She shook her head violently, trying to cast out any memory of those terrible, helpless feelings.<br/><br/>""Shssh."" Steffon calmly silenced her, shaking his head. ""It will be alright. Trust me."" With that, he finally gave into some of his paternal urges; placing an arm loosly around her back and planting a chaste kiss on her forehead. ""All you need to do is relax... now, let us sleep."" He took to the bed on the left side of the room, drawing the curtained divide between the two."
14625,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=225,2014-12-28T01:46:00,The Imperial Republica,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Derryk Tyrosus</span><br/><br/>Derryk<span style=""font-style: italic"">really</span>hated having to patrol the streets of this rat's nest they called<span style=""font-style: italic"">King's Landing</span>.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Of course father picked me to look for enemy agents and informants. Why am I not surprised?</span>Truth be told, he liked having something to do other than playing squire to his lord father. Anything to escape the company of all those puffed-up lords back at court. As Derrk prowled the streets of the city, he spied an especially tempting looking tavern and decided now was a great time for a drink.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Perhaps I'll even find a spy or two,</span>he thought sarcastically. Derryk entered the tavern and found a fairly crowded scene. People were drinking and whoring, and Derryk even thought he saw a few of his father's men. But as he was taking in the scene, one table in particular caught his eye. Two men in hooded robes were seated at the very back of the room, hidden from sight to anyone who<span style=""font-style: italic"">wasn't</span>looking for spies or whisperers, which coincidentally, he was.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Well hello hello...what do we have here?</span>Derryk was careful not to stare and he took a seat on the far side of the room, seated in a position where he could watch them without drawing to much attention to himself. Another man joined the other two shortly and there was a momentary scuffle between them in which one of the two drew a knife on the newcomer. Afterwards he slipped him something that looked like a chunk of wood, possibly a sword pommel, and the man left.<span style=""font-style: italic"">I suppose now's as good a time as any.</span>Derryk waited a few moments after the man had left before following him so as not to draw attention to himself. As he tailed the man down the ally, Derryk made a silent prayer that he wouldn't be seen"
14626,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=225,2014-12-28T08:10:00,Aurinsula,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Of the Quendi""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Of the Quendi <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=22930392#p22930392"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;"">The Ghiscari Empire</span><br/>The Imperial City of Meereen, in the Bay of Ghiscari<br/>Under the sovereignty of Aemon the Magnificent Targaryen</span></span><br/><br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d4/GhisHarpie.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lady Missandei</span></span></span></div><br/><hr/> <br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">M</span></span>issandei slowly robbed her temples as the Mantarine ambassador strode out of the audience chamber. The grand vizier could feel a headache build and had a very clear feeling that the Vaeleneos woman would be nothing but trouble. Exchanging a gaze with Khrazdaqan she received a discreet nod from the eunuch that did more to alleviate her headache then the gentle rubbing of her fingers. Khrazdaqan could always be trusted to keep an eye on things. From that slightest of nods Missandei deduced that Maelesa Vaeleneos would be watched intently for the duration of her stay in Meereen, if not for the rest of the woman's life, the censors was nothing if not efficient. They had rid Missandei of more headaches then the whole of her cabinet ever had.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">B</span></span>eckoning for her chamberlain to approach Missandei none the less decided that a visit to one of the great bathhouses of Meereen for a thorough rubdown by a beautiful maiden with warm soft hands was what she needed, and then perhaps a swim. The masseuses of the Skahazdeen Baths where particularly beautiful in the Valyrian manner and skillful in their craft. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""The Qartheen dignitary, Mordonin Jaerator. Send him in.""</span> Missandei ordered her chamberlain, dismissing thoughts of more pleasant activities than government from her mind. The Empire awaited the pleasure of no man nor woman. <br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">T</span></span>he chamberlain quickly fetched the Qartheen visitor. Missandei viewed him with only a little less skepticism than she had shown Lady Maelesa Vaeleneos. Daenerys had spoken often enough of the false friends she had made in the enigmatic city in the east to give Missandei pause when face to face with a Qartheen. Yet Mordonin Jaerator was no common Qartheen. He was worse. Of Valyrian descent he was a warlock, a member of an order that had taken Missandei's Silver Queen and her dragons captive thirty years past. But Mordonin was also a man who had grudges in Qarth, where his Valyrian father had been murdered a year past. Khrazdaqan had nowhere near as many eyes and ears in Qarth as he did in Westeros but Missandei knew plenty of the young warlock before her. <br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">A</span></span>s the formalities was done the warlock, with what for a Qartheen could only be called bluntness, spoke his mind. Missandei smiled a licentious smile. Assuming the warlock wasn't either exaggerating, or had sinister motives for wanting to be alone with Missandei his words seemed to suggest a golden opportunity for the Empire to expand its influence into Qarth. Slowly Missandei rose from her seat making a gesture towards an antechamber next to the audience hall. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""Very well Mordonin Jaerator, you have my interest piqued. We can speak privately in the next chamber.""</span> She declared, breaking protocol by walking towards the chamber. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""Fetch Quaithe.""</span> She ordered Khrazdaqan as she waved Ser Tumco Lho over to search the warlock for weapons, be they magic or mundane. <br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;"">The Seven Kingdoms</span><br/>King's Landing, on the Blackwater Bay<br/>Within the Crownlands of the King</span></span><br/><br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d4/GhisHarpie.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ser Daemon Waters</span></span></span></div><br/><hr/> <br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">S</span></span>er Aurane scoffed as the Langford proprietary ran of. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""Filth monger. The type to sell his grandmother for a half groat, eh?""</span> The knight declared, spitting on the street outside the Black Bull, true to his sailor origin and lifestyle. Daemon merely shrugged. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""Well he didn't want your gold for his tally.""</span> Daemon declared, pondering what kind of person Lady Sansa could be to deter a greedy money grubber like Langford to refuse coin. Perhaps she was as powerful as her nephew needed her to be after all. <br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">T</span></span>he two men, robbed in hooded cloaks that concealed their features and Valyrian traits. Daemon had done what he could to scout for shadows tailing, taking Ser Aurane on many detours even disappearing for a while into Flea Bottom to loose trackers. Before meeting Lady Sansa Daemon was not prepared to make an assessment of the situation in the Seven Kingdoms. She would know if his and Ser Aurane's lives where at stake should their presence become known to the King. She would know if the time was ripe to undo the Tyrell traitors. <br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Y</span></span>et as he entered the inn with Ser Aurane, Daemon scouted the inn for any guests that concealed swords or Arryn surcloaks under their robes. After twelve year who knew where Lady Sansa stood. Ser Aurane handed his tally to the innkeeper the two men was whisked away to a back room. To their deaths or to play the game of a scheming eunuch only Lady Sansa knew.</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/>Lady Sansa awaited them in an inner room. The inn was her property, of course, and this was an inn she regularly used for clandestine encounters. In the past, said encounters had mostly been amorous; she felt no real loyalty to her dead husband, having never consummated her marriage properly. In her latter days, she'd had no shortage of young bucks eager to ""better their position"" with her, and she indulged them as she saw fit. The innkeeper was a man with both carrot and stick; Sansa paid him handsomely for his work, and he had an old mother in the Vale that she could have beaten to death if she displeased him. Her serjeants-at-mace had been liberally sprinkled in the common room, and three of them - armed and armored to a trice - awaited her beck and call in the next room, lest she be told something she didn't fancy to hear. She even had a knight by her side, in the same room - Ser Robyn Redfort, an ex-lover of hers who had risen high by virtue of her favor and was one of the seven chosen to compete in the tournament. Not the best of knights, perhaps - solidly within a single sigma above the absolute mean of Westeros - but better than nothing, and she trusted him.<br/><br/>But all of that should be unnecessary; she had no intention of forcing anything from these gentlemen by way of armaments. She rose when they entered, very solicitously.<br/><br/>""Well, men,"" she said, ""you have my attention. I presume that you are from my nephew, Aemon. How does he fare? Is he well, and what of his wife and daughter? How can I be of assistance to him?"""
14627,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=225,2014-12-28T09:50:00,Diliath,"<blockquote><div><cite>Of the Quendi <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=22930392#p22930392"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">T</span></span>he chamberlain quickly fetched the Qartheen visitor. Missandei viewed him with only a little less skepticism than she had shown Lady Maelesa Vaeleneos. Daenerys had spoken often enough of the false friends she had made in the enigmatic city in the east to give Missandei pause when face to face with a Qartheen. Yet Mordonin Jaerator was no common Qartheen. He was worse. Of Valyrian descent he was a warlock, a member of an order that had taken Missandei's Silver Queen and her dragons captive thirty years past. But Mordonin was also a man who had grudges in Qarth, where his Valyrian father had been murdered a year past. Khrazdaqan had nowhere near as many eyes and ears in Qarth as he did in Westeros but Missandei knew plenty of the young warlock before her. <br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">A</span></span>s the formalities was done the warlock, with what for a Qartheen could only be called bluntness, spoke his mind. Missandei smiled a licentious smile. Assuming the warlock wasn't either exaggerating, or had sinister motives for wanting to be alone with Missandei his words seemed to suggest a golden opportunity for the Empire to expand its influence into Qarth. Slowly Missandei rose from her seat making a gesture towards an antechamber next to the audience hall. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""Very well Mordonin Jaerator, you have my interest piqued. We can speak privately in the next chamber.""</span> She declared, breaking protocol by walking towards the chamber. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""Fetch Quaithe.""</span> She ordered Khrazdaqan as she waved Ser Tumco Lho over to search the warlock for weapons, be they magic or mundane. </div></blockquote><br/><br/>When the searching had been done and Mordonin's staff was taken away followed Mordonin lady Missandei into the room. He saw in her eyes that she was smart and reminded himself to be careful. Until now had his plan succeeded. The grand Vizier was underestimating him for so far he could see from her smile, the court would be curious and he had a private audience.<br/>Until now was Mordonin pleased by the result. The fate of him and his family was still in the hands of Aemon and this woman, but he expected their aid to come. When they had entered the room and had taken seat asked Missandei:""Tell me what you have to tell me Qartheen.""<br/>Mordonin started to talk, while carefully watching the reaction ofthe Vizier:""As you maybe know is my family planning to be the absolute rulers of Qarth. We have already many behind us, the tourmaline brotherhood, the warlocks, parts of the civil army of Qarth and some sellsword companies. At the moment should we be able to take the power in the city from the pureborn, but keeping the rule will be the problem. Cities will rebel against our absolute rule and civil riots will start. The guilds will too resist against us and our allies will then fall away. As you can see are we nowhere without help. And the only reasonable scource for that help is the Ghiscari empire. If you give us diplomatic and military support will we be able to take control and hold that control over the realm of Qarth. We will show our gratitude by making Qarth a client state of your empire and you'll have help in every war from Qarth. You will too get more trade rights and more food support. So what do you say?"" He was hoping to<br/>get the attention from Missandei and he was hoping to make her underestimating him by his straight talk."
14628,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=225,2014-12-28T10:40:00,Krugmar,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">House Vaeleneos</span><br/>Meereen - Imperial Palace<br/>Maelesa Vaeleneos, Lady of Mantarys</span></div><hr/><br/><br/>Maelesa rose from her bed, tired and quite bored. She had worn out the three legionnaires brought into her room and left them lying on her bed, snoring away. She sat down as one of her handmaidens did her hair and cleaned her up. She would wear one of her most elegant dresses to meet the slave girl later, she would hopefully be able to win over some of the men in the court while being held as a captive. She ignored the stunning view of the city from her room, to her Meereen was a fleapit. Fit only for Ghiscari slavers and their mongrel slaves. A true Valyrian lady should never have had to spend more than a few hours in this disgusting place.<br/><br/>After a short while her hair was completely cleaned and straightened, flowing down to her shoulders. She was fitted into a black dress which accentuated her features, only eunuchs and boy-lovers within the Palace would be able to keep their eyes off of her. She could hear the legionnaires stumbling out of her bed, pulling on their armour and returning to their guard posts around the room. Her handmaidens quickly surrounded the bed and began pulling at it, scrubbing it and preparing it for later tonight. Maelesa eagerly awaited a knock at the door, she couldn't wait to leave the room and hopefully win a battle of wits and words with the highest slave in the Empire.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">House Vaeleneos</span><br/>Mantarys - Vaeleneos Palace<br/>Talaemor Vaeleneos, Lord of Mantarys and Master of the Demon Road</span></div><hr/><br/><br/>Talaemor stood upon his balcony, holding the last dragon egg of the Vaeleneos family. The egg itself was golden, through some of the scales covering it were black. It was one of the eggs laid by their last dragons, though over the centuries it seemed to have fossilized. ""What wonders lay inside you"" muttered Talaemor. He had been afflicted by the dragon-dreams his entire life, though they had increased dramatically when he was seven around the time Daenaerys hatched her dragons.<br/><br/>It took a lot of effort to peel his eyes away from the egg and look at the legion assembling within his courtyard. The 1st Mantaryan legion had been called up and armed, ostensibly to aid the Emperor in his Dothraki war and garrison Mantarys in the event that the Imperial family attends the wedding. Yet this legion would not be leaving Northern Valyria for any reason, they had a different task. Yet now they must wait, until Maelesa was released from her captivity, until after his childrens weddings was over with. There was much to prepare and time seemed to be against Talaemor.<br/><br/>He turned around and returned to his study, placing the egg back into its gilded cage and locking it. He then placed it within his cupboard, locking that also. One day he would hatch that egg, and the Targaryens would burn, the damned Empire would burn. Talaemor would make them all burn.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">The Nights Watch</span><br/>The Wall - Castle Black<br/>Triston Gaunt, Lord Commander of the Nights Watch</span></div><hr/><br/><br/>The years and cold had not been kind to Triston, his face soured and almost frozen in a state of disappointment and anger. He had thought that the Watch would be an honour to serve in, yet that idea had melted away during his training. Standing side by side with rapists, thieves and cutthroats never made on feel easy. Yet now he understood the true brotherhood of the watch, it mattered not where one came from as long as they served well. Yet that was also the problem, not enough people were being sent to join the watch or deciding to join it themselves.<br/><br/>Triston began writing several letters, they would be to the current Lord Paramounts and to some of the more well known lords. Hopefully he could convince them to send prisoners, sworn knights or family members to join the watch.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To the Lords of Westeros,<br/><br/>The Wall is undermanned, Castle Black stands almost empty. The Watch needs your help in these dark times, strange things can be seen in the lands beyond. Wildlings grow bolder, intending to invade our lands in the south. I urge you to send your prisoners, sworn knights, men-at-arms, family members or even yourselves to help us. The watch is an ancient brotherhood of warriors with an unquestionable honour. You will be doing the realm a service by aiding us. Gods protect us all.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">signed, Triston Gaunt, Lord Commander of the Nights Watch and Commander of Castle Black.</span></blockquote><br/><br/>He gave the letters to his steward, who ran off and handed them to the old Maester. The Maester grumbled at being woken up, but posted them anyway. The ravens flew off, most of them heading towards Kings Landing where the majority of the lords were gathering.<br/><br/>Triston pulled off his heavy black cloak and put his armour aside. It was dark outside, hopefully he could catch a few hours nap before being needed again. He climbed into his bed and slowly closed his eyes."
14629,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=225,2014-12-28T10:52:00,Nuridia,"Desirhae had spent the night in her mother's chambers with Ghirach curled up on the other side of her. Most of the fabric objects in the Palace were made out of special fabrics so that the little dragon didn't burn them while they slept. The princess yawned before waking up, turning over and petting her dragon's scales. She could only do it briefly because although Targaryens were resistant to heat, he was like a little furnace from steaming all night and some of the windows had to be cracked to let the heat out. As the First Consort's handmaidens closed the windows and Ghirach, having cooled down sifficiently curled up in his young future rider's lap, she turned to Queen Desiree who was already getting ready for the day by having a bath with her maids in the pool built on the other side of her chambers. ""Mother, I really do believe we should have another meeting with Grand Vizier Missandei later."" ""Or better yet, talk to Father when he gets back about this ""wedding"". ""I should've seen it before, it has trap written all over it."" the princess chided herself. ""Of course sweetheart, we're going to speak to the Emperor first thing when he gets back."" ""Precautions will need to be taken."" the Queen of Meereen said"
14630,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=225,2014-12-28T12:40:00,Alderann,"RED KEEP, KINGS LANDING<br/><br/>Lord Jaime Lannister sat in his chambers by himself. Reflecting on the days events and looking forward to the tourney. He himself was a very skilled swordsman and wanted to show off his skill.<br/><br/>So far he had enjoyed himself in Kings landing. The city was full of life, sights and sounds that he hadn't experienced since he was a boy when his father brought him here.<br/><br/>One lesson that he remembered from his father was to keep his allies close when visiting the city. Walking over to open up a window and look out. The smell of the sea, the lights of the city, everything about it be enjoyed.<br/><br/>Wearing the noticeable red armor of a Lannister be decided he would go for a walk. Leaving his room and walking down the halls of the red keep."
14631,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=225,2014-12-28T12:52:00,Legatia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">House Forrester<br/>On the Kingsroad, Crownlands<br/></span><br/><br/>The family of Lord Ryon Forrester rode along the Kingsroad, his wife and two daughters in a carriage, while his son Ethan rode alongside him.<br/><br/>""Ah, King's Landing."" Ryon proclaimed to his son, as the Mud Gate came into view. ""Place looks nice enough from the outside, hm? I'd abhor living here."" Ethan laughed with his father, as the line trotted up to the gate. The City Watch directed him forward, into the city.<br/><br/>""Shouldn't Lord Stark be here?"" Ethan asked, as the caravan headed deeper into the city.<br/><br/>""Stark? Aye, he should.""<br/><br/>They were led to the Red Keep by City Watch, where they finally were able to unpack.<br/><br/>""Alright, you three unpack. Your mother and I are going for a stroll.""<br/><br/>The children, already set upon their tasks, nodded as Lord Ryon and Lady Adianna went about their way.<br/><br/>""Ah, I've missed the south."" Lady Forrester said, almost blissfully. ""It can be quite miserable up north..""<br/><br/>""Oh, don't lie, Adianna. I know you love the calm and quiet of Ironrath better than this pisshole. The only other time I'd come here would be to be on campaign."" They both shared a small laugh at that, walking along the colonnaded path.. until they happened upon their liege lords, Lord and Lady Stark."
14632,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=225,2014-12-28T14:07:00,Of the Quendi,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;"">The Ghiscari Empire</span><br/>The Imperial City of Meereen, in the Bay of Ghiscari<br/>Under the sovereignty of Aemon the Magnificent Targaryen</span></span><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d4/GhisHarpie.png""/><br/><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lady Missandei</span></span></span></div><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">A</span></span>s Mordonin Jaerator delivered his speech Missandei poured herself a goblet of Arbor gold, a wine made expensive by the punitive taxes the imperial government had levied against every product to come out of the Reach or Westerlands. The speech pleased her greatly though she did not allow this to show as she sipped her wine pondering how best to exploit the designs and ambitions of the Qarteen warlock to the benefit of the empire.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">R</span></span>ising from her seat as the warlock finished his tale Missandei pranced about the antechamber with her wine goblet trying to determine the proper cause of action. Missandei had always found she made a more imposing presence when she treated people with indifference then when she payed them much attention. A female former slave out of Naath could not domineer others by gaze or word, but the indifference of the grand vizier of the Empire of the Ghiscari often could.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">P</span></span>ausing before a map of Essos exquisitely painted upon a screen made of silken threads Missandei examined the masterpiece as Jaerator finished his speech. In the center of the map was Ghiscar, vast, formidable and indomitable. Greater than anything Daenerys could have ever dreamed of. Overshadowing the broken Valyrian peninsula, commanding the Red Waste, reaching towards Vaes Dothraki. It was without question the mightiest kingdom of Essos. But in the furthest eastern corner of the map, beyond the Red Waste was a city that was greater than any in Ghiscar. Qarth. The Queen of Cities. Quite possibly the largest city in the known world, a place even the Dragonlords of Valyria never ruled. As she admired the painting of the map Missandei wondered if Ghiscar could accomplish what Valyria could not?<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">T</span></span>he Grand Vizier turned towards her guest, putting aside such lofty aspirations. That sort of ambition was for Aemon, for Missandei was the more earthly matter of determining if the man before her was one she could place some small measure of trust in. It was not inconceivable that he was an agent provocateur sent to procure evidence of Ghiscari ill will towards Qarth that the war hawks in the Queen of Cities could use in their plans. Possible, but Missandei thought not. She recognized ambition when she saw it and Mordonin Jaerator was brimming with it. He wanted a crown, and men who wanted crowns where easy to read and easier to predict.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">S</span></span>o Missandei gave the man a smile.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""I say that this conversation was well worth a private audience Mordonin Jaerator.""</span>She declared.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""I am indeed not ignorant of the ambition you and your family have displayed in the Queen of Cities. That kingship was its aim I had not perceived.""</span>Missandei said. The analysis of the Qartheen she found largely sound. If he had the warlocks, the Tourmaline brotherhood and parts of the civil guard it was not inconceivable that he could take control. But civil war would certainly ensue, one not won without a powerful supporter.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">T</span></span>he Grand Vizier smiled again. Qarth was with Volantis the last remaining enemy of Daenerys not brought to knee. To finally bring the city under the influence of the Targaryen dynasty would be a grand achievement. A hard and bloody civil war would, regardless of the turnout weaken Qarth at the expense of Ghis, and a vassal kingdom would provide the Empire with control over the lucrative trade routes between east and west, finally establishing a source of income for the Empire to replace the lost slave trade.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""I am most intrigued warlock. Most intrigued.""</span>Missandei said. She didn't trust the man but she was willing to venture the gamble that he could be a great asset to her.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""I am sure the emperor will be as well.""</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">W</span></span>ith yet a lingering, and licentious, gaze towards the painted map of Essos Missandei nodded to herself.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Naturally on so grave a matter as what you have proposed I can make no definite decision without consulting with his Imperial Majesty. But I suspect he will be as intrigued as I am.""</span>Missandei said.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Perhaps if you where to elaborate on your plans, and tell me exactly what you would ask from the empire, I could sway the emperor to give you a favorable reply. When will you be able to launch your coup if His Imperial Majesty consent to support it?""</span>She asked pouring the guest a goblet of wine with a last gaze towards the map.<br/><br/><div align=""center"">~*~</div><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">M</span></span>issandei yawned, stretching her slim body as she lay in her bed in the luxurious private chambers she kept at the apex of the great pyramid of Meereen. Aemon, who in most other regards was as Ghiscari as the Meereenese, was no fan of the Great Pyramid and used it solely for official purposes, preferring to reside in in a bayside manse, leaving Missandei to live in the chambers his mother had once dwelled in. As she stretched her limb Missandei was painfully reminded of her advancing years. She could no longer work throughout the night, chairing war council's, meeting censors, issuing imperial directives and tending to that other host of issues the surprise attack on Kosrak had created, without feeling it in her body. Already her visit to the Skahazdan Baths seemed a distant dream.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Y</span></span>et the affairs of the empire waited for no man. Though the sun had barely risen Missandei signaled for one of her cupbearers to admit one of Khrazdaqan's censors. The eunuch, a youth of scarcely seventeen year approached Missandei reverently, to deliver his report. Leaning in towards the grand vizier, who was spied on as much as any other official of the empire, he quickly recited the findings of the inquisition.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Three?""</span>Missandei asked in surprise with a raised eyebrow.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""How pleasant it must be to have time for such frivolity.""</span>She lamented, only briefly thinking of her visit to the exotic Valyrian beauties at the bath.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">T</span></span>he eunuch, who like most of Khrazdaqan's creatures had no humor, merely nodded solemnly.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Quite.""</span>He remarked.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Do your want to receive her this morning Grand Vizier?""</span>He asked. A sour grimace appeared on Missandei's face.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Want Skahaz? No not the least bit. But that doesn't mean it wouldn't be prudent. Let me have a bath first, then I will receive Lady Maelesa while I break my fast. I have always preferred Vipers to honeyed locusts.""</span>Missandei declared. The eunuch for a brief moment seemed surprised but then he nodded.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Quite, madam.""</span>He declared. Missandei sighed, it really was too early in the morning for a humorless censor.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;"">The Seven Kingdoms</span><br/>King's Landing, on the Blackwater Bay<br/>Within the Crownlands of the King</span></span><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d4/GhisHarpie.png""/><br/><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ser Daemon Waters</span></span></span></div><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">A</span></span>s they where presented to Lady Sansa Daemon and Ser Aurane both struck their hoods revealing their silver-gold Valyrian hair as they bowed reverently towards the powerful magnate.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Just so My Lady.""</span>Ser Aurane politely spoke as the lady, with a forwardness that became a lady poorly but a powerful ruler well, addressed them.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""His Imperial Majesty the Emperor is very well, he recently took a new wife and is most pleased with her, and the whole of his house and family prosper, as does his empire.""</span>Ser Aurane spoke.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">H</span></span>aving answered the question Ser Aurane bowed before the lady once more.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""He has sent me, and my associate Ser Daemon Waters, to deliver pay his respects to his revered aunt and to assure her of his enduring admiration. I am Ser Aurane of House Velaryon of Driftmark, formerly of the Imperial Ghiscari Navy, presently ambassador of Ghiscar to the Great Houses of Westeros.""</span>Ser Aurane declared.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""I have come because the Emperor, following the conquest of New Ghis, is now, but for Mantarine cravens and minor Dothraki incursions into the periphery of his great empire, unchallenged in Ghiscar and at last able to turn his eyes west, where not all he sees pleases him. He hopes his beloved aunt will agree with him that all is not well in the Kingdom of his father and that she will be a force for change of the state of affairs of the Seven Kingdoms with his aid.""</span>Ser Aurane, as diplomatically and courteously as he was able, spoke."
14633,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=225,2014-12-28T17:06:00,Phalnia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ser Tomos Dayne<br/>The Kingswood, Crownlands</span><br/><br/>The road through the forest was peaceful, as the party made its' way to King's Landing. The only sounds were that of hooves striking the stones of the Roseroad, the clanging of the arms and armor of the Dayne escort, and the rustling of branches brought on by the pleasant breeze.<br/><br/>Ser Tomos' eyes drifted from the monotony of the road to the deep green forest on either side. He recalled the history lessons he'd had as a young boy.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Great-uncle Arthur Dayne, of the Kingsguard, rode through these woods and hunted down the Kingswood Brotherhood. Somewhere in these woods he, Barristan Selmy, and the future kingslayer did battle with those outlaws.</span>He recalled the stories as the maester of Starfall had told them. Ser Arthur Dayne, Dawn in hand, fought the Smiling Knight twice. After proving himself a true knight in their first clash, Ser Arthur slew the mad knight in their second.<br/><br/>The knight looked to the rear of his saddle. Nestled among his pack was the same sword. The hilt shown brightly as patches of sun passed over it. As Tomos admired the blade, his attention was drawn away and back to the present.<br/><br/>""Have you gone deaf, son?"" Edric Dayne was staring at his son as they led the party through the woods, which were growing sparser as they went.<br/><br/>""Sorry father."" Tomos said. The shame of being caught daydreaming evident in his voice.<br/><br/>""Don't worry. Just go back and tell your mother and sisters that the city will soon be in sight.""<br/><br/>Tomos nodded and directed his horse to the side of the rode and held her still. He watched as the party continued moving past. First was Ser Baryn Peral, Commander of the household guard. Tomos and Baryn exchanged nods as he passed. Following Peral were a dozen knights sworn to House Dayne, who rode two abreast and were led by two men each carrying a sigil of House Dayne. Immediately behind them were fifty footmen armed with spears, shields, and longswords. And finally, behind the troops were the non-combatants. A two-horse carriage, and two wagons carrying the groups' supplies and gifts in honor of the royal wedding.<br/><br/>Ser Tomos urged his horse on as they moved next to the carriage. A quick knock from Tomos brought the passengers attention to the flap he was looking through. Inside sat his mother, Elizba Dayne, a dignified lady of forty, previously of House Qorgyle. On her left sat Ashara Dayne, nearly at her twentieth nameday. Her namesake was well deserved, from everything Tomos had heard she bared a striking resemblance to their great-aunt who was known as a great beauty. And on his mother's right was Tomos' youngest sister Rache. She was a small girl with delicate features and fair complexion, neither pretty nor hideous, only time would tell what her appearance would blossom into once she reached womanhood. And across from them sat three handmaidens from Starfall.<br/><br/>""Yes, Tomos?""<br/><br/>""Father sent me. We're nearly to King's Landing. You should see it around this next bend.""<br/><br/>Before he could finish his sentence the girls had thrown open the rest of the flaps on the carriage and were craning to be the first to spot the capital. Tomos moved his horse a little faster. Partly, to see the city and partly to escape the overpowering aroma of perfume that flowed freely through the now open flaps.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Edric Dayne<br/>The Kingswood, Crownlands</span><br/><br/>Lord Edric would have gladly exchanged smells with his son. As the trees gave way Edric saw the Red Keep towering over the city. But, more powerful was the smell. It emanated from the shanties arranged about the city and the raw sewage that flowed from the city proper. Edric remembered the first time he saw the city. He was just a boy then, a squire in the service of Beric Dondarrion, but the city still seemed just as large and imposing. Edric was nervous over returning to this place. His last journey had placed him in the center of the War of the Five Kings.<br/><br/>As he recalled his time during the war the sound of hooves drew him back. Next to him rode Ser Baryn Peral. Ser Baryn had served as a knight of House Dayne for nearly twenty years, having been promoted to Commander five years ago following the death of the previous Commander. He was a heavy man with a solid jaw and a bald head.<br/><br/>""Lord Dayne."" The knight bowed his head as he spoke.<br/><br/>""Ser Baryn, I am glad you could accompany us. Even here in the capital a man is one wrong step away from death.""<br/><br/>""As long as I'm alive your family has nothing to worry about.""<br/><br/>The two exchanged small talk as they drew nearer to the River Gate, Edric remembered from his short stay years ago that the locals referred to it as the Mud Gate. As they stopped at the gate Ser Tomos returned next to his father on the opposite side of Ser Baryn.<br/><br/>The gold cloaks manning the gate approach the party. After some routine questioning and a quick check of the wagons the group was ushered into the city, where two city guards led them. They passed through the Fishmonger's Square, the smell of dead fish a relief fro the smell of filth. They soon came to a fork. One road covered with smoke and the sounds of metal hitting metal. The other a wide curving street that led up to the Red Keep. At the entrance to the outer yard the gold cloaks left to return to the Mud Gate. Lord Edric and his party sat just inside the yard awaiting an admittance."
14634,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=225,2014-12-28T17:29:00,The cold ice,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Robert Tully<br/>Inside the Red Keep</span><br/>After the business with Ser Hugo nothing of note occurred. Robert exchanged pleasantries with Lord Jeor Arryn, but was unable to speak to Sansa before he retired to his rooms. Later in the night he found himself with a letter.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Yet another plea for men.</span>The night's watch was under strength as usual. His wife, Agnes Mallister, was awake as well. ""What does it say?"" she asked. ""The night's watch needs men. As if I do not need them at home."" Lord Tully began to rant. ""Piper and Bracken in cahoots with that fiend Loras. There are surviving Freys about too, I hear."" Agnes tried to divert him back to the letter. ""But why not send prisoners, like we usually do?"" Robert laughed. ""Prisoners."" He pointed to the letter. ""The Lord Commander asks for our prisoners before he asks for our knights. A clever man, I suppose."" Robert paused. ""Do we even have that many prisoners? The only men in our dungeons are from Riverrun itself. I can't afford to run about my countryside to often.""<span style=""font-style: italic"">How weak I am.</span>""Family, duty, honor. It seems the only thing I can manage is the first one, and that's mostly father's work."" Agnes placed a hand on Robert's shoulder. ""But what a great work he left you. The Freys, House Darry."" She knelt down and looked him in the eye. ""Me."" Robert took her hand and looked at her. Then he kissed her."
14635,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=225,2014-12-28T21:19:00,The Imperial Republica,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Derryk Tyrosus </span><br/><br/>Derryk followed the cloaked man through an alleyway, before he lost sight of him in the crowds.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Seven Hells...where is he?</span>Derryk scanned the crowd with his eyes and found absolutely nothing, yet he could not believe that his target had escaped.<span style=""font-style: italic"">How did this happen? I'm better than this.</span>All of a sudden a dagger was pressed up to his back, and he was being half pushed and half led towards another alley. His assailant ordered him to drop his sword, then pushed him forward into the alley. Derryk quickly spun around to see the cloaked man he was following, brandishing a long, curved knife.<br/><br/>""Who are you, and why have you been following? Talk fast boy, and don't lie to me!""<br/><br/>Derryk promptly strode up to him, sidestepped a cut, and smashed the man against a wall, pressing his own dagger into his throat.<br/>""I'd rather be the one asking the questions here. How about we start with what exactly you're doing with whatever it is those men gave you?""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Ugh, what's that smell? Did he soil himself?""</span><br/><br/>The man was shaking and looked to be on the verge of tears. ""Please don't kill me milord! I'll talk! I don't know who they are, just that they ain't from around here! From one of the free cities across the Narrow Sea. They gave me something to deliver to Lady Arryn, that's all I know. I swear!""<br/><br/>""Show me. Now,"" Derryk said while he pressed the dagger deeper into the man's throat. He pulled out a piece of carved wood in the shape of a direwolf's head, and handed it to Derryk. ""Hmmm...I've seen this before somewhere...Make sure this reaches Lady Arryn as they requested of you, and speak not a word of what happened here tonight, otherwise you'll be taking an early tour of each of the Seven Hells. Understand?"" The man nodded meekly and quickly scurried off to deliver the pommel. The task now fell to him to alert his father to it, and see if he knew what it meant."
14636,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=225,2014-12-29T02:08:00,Diliath,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Of the Quendi <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=22941427#p22941427"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">A</span></span>s Mordonin Jaerator delivered his speech Missandei poured herself a goblet of Arbor gold, a wine made expensive by the punitive taxes the imperial government had levied against every product to come out of the Reach or Westerlands. The speech pleased her greatly though she did not allow this to show as she sipped her wine pondering how best to exploit the designs and ambitions of the Qarteen warlock to the benefit of the empire.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">R</span></span>ising from her seat as the warlock finished his tale Missandei pranced about the antechamber with her wine goblet trying to determine the proper cause of action. Missandei had always found she made a more imposing presence when she treated people with indifference then when she payed them much attention. A female former slave out of Naath could not domineer others by gaze or word, but the indifference of the grand vizier of the Empire of the Ghiscari often could. <br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">P</span></span>ausing before a map of Essos exquisitely painted upon a screen made of silken threads Missandei examined the masterpiece as Jaerator finished his speech. In the center of the map was Ghiscar, vast, formidable and indomitable. Greater than anything Daenerys could have ever dreamed of. Overshadowing the broken Valyrian peninsula, commanding the Red Waste, reaching towards Vaes Dothraki. It was without question the mightiest kingdom of Essos. But in the furthest eastern corner of the map, beyond the Red Waste was a city that was greater than any in Ghiscar. Qarth. The Queen of Cities. Quite possibly the largest city in the known world, a place even the Dragonlords of Valyria never ruled. As she admired the painting of the map Missandei wondered if Ghiscar could accomplish what Valyria could not? <br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">T</span></span>he Grand Vizier turned towards her guest, putting aside such lofty aspirations. That sort of ambition was for Aemon, for Missandei was the more earthly matter of determining if the man before her was one she could place some small measure of trust in. It was not inconceivable that he was an agent provocateur sent to procure evidence of Ghiscari ill will towards Qarth that the war hawks in the Queen of Cities could use in their plans. Possible, but Missandei thought not. She recognized ambition when she saw it and Mordonin Jaerator was brimming with it. He wanted a crown, and men who wanted crowns where easy to read and easier to predict. <br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">S</span></span>o Missandei gave the man a smile. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""I say that this conversation was well worth a private audience Mordonin Jaerator.""</span> She declared. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""I am indeed not ignorant of the ambition you and your family have displayed in the Queen of Cities. That kingship was its aim I had not perceived.""</span> Missandei said. The analysis of the Qartheen she found largely sound. If he had the warlocks, the Tourmaline brotherhood and parts of the civil guard it was not inconceivable that he could take control. But civil war would certainly ensue, one not won without a powerful supporter. <br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">T</span></span>he Grand Vizier smiled again. Qarth was with Volantis the last remaining enemy of Daenerys not brought to knee. To finally bring the city under the influence of the Targaryen dynasty would be a grand achievement. A hard and bloody civil war would, regardless of the turnout weaken Qarth at the expense of Ghis, and a vassal kingdom would provide the Empire with control over the lucrative trade routes between east and west, finally establishing a source of income for the Empire to replace the lost slave trade. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""I am most intrigued warlock. Most intrigued.""</span> Missandei said. She didn't trust the man but she was willing to venture the gamble that he could be a great asset to her. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""I am sure the emperor will be as well.""</span> <br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">W</span></span>ith yet a lingering, and licentious, gaze towards the painted map of Essos Missandei nodded to herself. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""Naturally on so grave a matter as what you have proposed I can make no definite decision without consulting with his Imperial Majesty. But I suspect he will be as intrigued as I am.""</span> Missandei said. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""Perhaps if you where to elaborate on your plans, and tell me exactly what you would ask from the empire, I could sway the emperor to give you a favorable reply. When will you be able to launch your coup if His Imperial Majesty consent to support it?""</span> She asked pouring the guest a goblet of wine with a last gaze towards the map.</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Mordonin Jaerator</span><br/><br/>Mordonin allowed himself a small smile. ""As soon as my followers is warned and when the imperial support has arrived. The transport of the imperial troops will go slow, I fear because we must smuggle them into the city. As the brotherhood borrowed me half their ships( 400) wil it cost a week, maybe two to smuggle them into Qarth. In the meanwhile will all my followers be ready to take action. So it depends totally on the arrival moment of the imperial support and how many soldiers the emperor does send with me.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Galaion Piper</span><br/><br/>When Galaion received the letter from lord Tyrell was he intrigued by the point concrning the lord of Harrenhal. Together with the lord of Harrenhal would he be powerful enough to defeat the Tully's and their bannermen without help from the Tyrells. But who would become ruler of the riverlands after the fall of the Tully's? It would be a though struggle against the lord of Harrenhal. Galaion decided to ask lord Baelish to sit next to him in the tourney. There could he talk with him about the future of the riverlands.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To lord Conor Baelish, lord of Harrenhal<br/><br/>My greetings to you, lord Conor. I have plans with the future of the riverlands. Plans that require an ally. I hope you can be that ally. I hope I can talk to you during the tournament. So would you like to sit next to me then?<br/><br/>Galaion Piper, lord of Pinkmaiden, the Stoney Sept and Acorn hall</blockquote>"
14637,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=225,2014-12-29T07:01:00,Of the Quendi,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;"">The Ghiscari Empire</span><br/>The Imperial City of Meereen, in the Bay of Ghiscari<br/>Under the sovereignty of Aemon the Magnificent Targaryen</span></span><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d4/GhisHarpie.png""/><br/><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lady Missandei</span></span></span></div><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">O</span></span>f course, Missandei thought. Of course Mordonin Jaerator had not merely come to announce his intent to launch a coup with his own forces and offer to place himself under Ghiscari protection. He wanted the Ghiscari legionnaires to do his dirty work for him, that was the catch in the deal he offered. The deal was still good, depending of course on how many legionnaires it would take to pull of Jaerator's coup and how many of them would fall.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">L</span></span>ightly tapping a finger against her goblet Missandei nodded ponderously.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Ah yes.""</span>She spoke.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Imperial military assistance. Not something His Imperial Majesty is particularly generous with. Unless it serves his own ends that is.""</span>The Grand Vizier declared.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Many troops I doubt he would wish to send unless he is convinced that the gains for him and his empire will be well worth it.""</span>Missandei said with a smirk. Mordonin Jaerator needed the Empire far more than the Empire needed Mordonin Jaerator so Missandei leaned back in her seat smiling politely at her guest, hoping for a very tempting offer. The riches of Qarth knew no bounds and its vast fleet counted in the thousands. Ghiscar was hungry for a slice."
14638,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=225,2014-12-29T07:34:00,Aurinsula,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Of the Quendi""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Of the Quendi <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=22941427#p22941427"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;"">The Seven Kingdoms</span><br/>King's Landing, on the Blackwater Bay<br/>Within the Crownlands of the King</span></span><br/><br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d4/GhisHarpie.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ser Daemon Waters</span></span></span></div><br/><hr/> <br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">A</span></span>s they where presented to Lady Sansa Daemon and Ser Aurane both struck their hoods revealing their silver-gold Valyrian hair as they bowed reverently towards the powerful magnate. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""Just so My Lady.""</span> Ser Aurane politely spoke as the lady, with a forwardness that became a lady poorly but a powerful ruler well, addressed them. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""His Imperial Majesty the Emperor is very well, he recently took a new wife and is most pleased with her, and the whole of his house and family prosper, as does his empire.""</span> Ser Aurane spoke. <br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">H</span></span>aving answered the question Ser Aurane bowed before the lady once more. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""He has sent me, and my associate Ser Daemon Waters, to deliver pay his respects to his revered aunt and to assure her of his enduring admiration. I am Ser Aurane of House Velaryon of Driftmark, formerly of the Imperial Ghiscari Navy, presently ambassador of Ghiscar to the Great Houses of Westeros.""</span> Ser Aurane declared. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""I have come because the Emperor, following the conquest of New Ghis, is now, but for Mantarine cravens and minor Dothraki incursions into the periphery of his great empire, unchallenged in Ghiscar and at last able to turn his eyes west, where not all he sees pleases him. He hopes his beloved aunt will agree with him that all is not well in the Kingdom of his father and that she will be a force for change of the state of affairs of the Seven Kingdoms with his aid.""</span> Ser Aurane, as diplomatically and courteously as he was able, spoke.</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/>As befits a lady of her caliber, Sansa nods sagaciously to the envoys.<br/><br/>""You are indeed correct,"" she says. ""There is much in the Seven Kingdoms that troubles me profusely. The sins of House Tyrell have gone unanswered, and they have wormed their way around the Iron Throne. It sickens me to imagine Margaery Tyrell, covered in the blood she has shed for her vanity.""<br/><br/>""But at the same time,"" she continued, ""it would depend on the proposed solution. Aemon Targaeryen was wronged, deeply and profoundly, and the shades of my brother and his wife are unsatisfied. But I would not be willing to plunge the realm into another war after only barely recovering from the last one. And moreover, you must understand that I made certain promises to my brother, promises which I am not and will never be at liberty to break. Aemon is my blood, but so too is Aerion."" She makes her decision.<br/><br/>""I suppose it would depend on what he had in mind."""
14639,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=225,2014-12-29T11:49:00,Diliath,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Of the Quendi <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=22949130#p22949130"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;"">The Ghiscari Empire</span><br/>The Imperial City of Meereen, in the Bay of Ghiscari<br/>Under the sovereignty of Aemon the Magnificent Targaryen</span></span><br/><br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d4/GhisHarpie.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lady Missandei</span></span></span></div><br/><hr/> <br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">O</span></span>f course, Missandei thought. Of course Mordonin Jaerator had not merely come to announce his intent to launch a coup with his own forces and offer to place himself under Ghiscari protection. He wanted the Ghiscari legionnaires to do his dirty work for him, that was the catch in the deal he offered. The deal was still good, depending of course on how many legionnaires it would take to pull of Jaerator's coup and how many of them would fall. <br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">L</span></span>ightly tapping a finger against her goblet Missandei nodded ponderously. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""Ah yes.""</span> She spoke. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""Imperial military assistance. Not something His Imperial Majesty is particularly generous with. Unless it serves his own ends that is.""</span> The Grand Vizier declared. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""Many troops I doubt he would wish to send unless he is convinced that the gains for him and his empire will be well worth it.""</span> Missandei said with a smirk. Mordonin Jaerator needed the Empire far more than the Empire needed Mordonin Jaerator so Missandei leaned back in her seat smiling politely at her guest, hoping for a very tempting offer. The riches of Qarth knew no bounds and its vast fleet counted in the thousands. Ghiscar was hungry for a slice.</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Mordonin Jaerator</span><br/><br/>Mordonin expected this question so he was prepared. ""I know I ask much of you, but I would like 5 to 10 thousand soldiers. First will they take power together with my armies. Then would I too like to keep them in Qarth for a while to keep order and to train the civic guard. And concerning what you get back, I will offer you all ships of the thirteen with crew and 5000000 golden dragons. As soon as I have taken control of Qarth and all its land and after we have retrained the Qartheen armies will you get support of the army of Qarth. You will also get 20% of the trade income of Qarth each year and 10 warlocks will join your army. As personal gift will I too give you ten demons shaped like the beasts on the flag of Meereen.""<br/>He looked at Missandei to see her reaction."
14640,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=225,2014-12-30T02:50:00,Yngen,"<blockquote><div><cite>Krugmar <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=22939518#p22939518"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To the Lords of Westeros,<br/><br/>The Wall is undermanned, Castle Black stands almost empty. The Watch needs your help in these dark times, strange things can be seen in the lands beyond. Wildlings grow bolder, intending to invade our lands in the south. I urge you to send your prisoners, sworn knights, men-at-arms, family members or even yourselves to help us. The watch is an ancient brotherhood of warriors with an unquestionable honour. You will be doing the realm a service by aiding us. Gods protect us all.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">signed, Triston Gaunt, Lord Commander of the Nights Watch and Commander of Castle Black.</span></blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Dreadfort</span><br/><br/>The letter from the Night's Watch arrived to a comparatively empty Great Hall. Lord Bolton had left with his favoured retainers, to attend a tourney in the far-off King's Landing. The current command was therefore left to the current castellan of the Dreadfort, the aging Steelshanks Walton, and his daughter Guenyvar.<br/>The Dreadfort itself was buzzing with activity. Karsten Bolton was nowhere near as oppressive a ruler as his late father, having been raised in Kings Landing, and under his command the area was flourishing. It was still by no means a wealthy region, not compared with the fertile Reach or trade-rich Westerlands, but there was food enough for most everyone and plenty of game, coal, and metal in the ground.<br/>Walton slumped on a chair at the high table, listening intently as the Maester read out the message to him. His young daughter, who looked rather like a Lannister with her springy blonde hair and straight, proud back, listened intently.<br/>When it was done, Steelshanks coughed derisively.<br/>'Nonsense. Ghosts and ghouls? We'll keep our strength here. We'll be marching south soon enough, if I'm any judge.""<br/>Guenyvar leaned forwards, her tone intense.<br/>""Pa, come on. It's only a few days ride and if something goes wrong at the Wall, it's the Umbers and then us that are in for a kicking! Let me take some men and see what's happening, please!""<br/>""Don't be daft. What happens if Lord Bolton sends for help and I have to tell him you've taken half our lads off hunting fairies, eh? I'll be the one gets a kicking, that's what.""<br/>""I'll only take a hundred or so! That'll be a godsend to the crows, and if we're not needed I can be back in no time.""<br/>She stood.<br/>""If I can't take any Bolton men, I'll just go alone.""<br/>Steelshanks sighed. He knew she wasn't bluffing, pain that she was.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Some days later, the Wall</span><br/><br/>A column of soldiers trudged into view of Castle Black, moving slowly. They were almost all mounted, and several wains followed the column. Most of the men looked to be archers, about sixty or seventy, with a score of armoured men-at-arms and serjeants scattered throughout. They were led by a woman in ringmail, with a long bow over her back and a barbute helmet on her head from which a bushy ponytail snaked.<br/>They rode under the banner of the flayed man, red on white, and the rain had made the colours run so it looked as though the victim was bleeding.<br/>Reinforcements had answered the Watch's call."
14641,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=250,2014-12-30T03:18:00,The Imperial Republica,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Maxwell Tyrosus</span><br/><br/>Maxwell sat by the window overlooking the courtyard, contemplating the news his son had brought him.<span style=""font-style: italic"">could it be true? There is only one sword out there with a direwolf's head for a pommel, and it is presently in the company of Aemon Targeryen, is it not? Yet Derryk had sworn that he had seen that exact pommel earlier today in the hands of some crooked messenger. If it truly means what I think, Aemon is going to need more competent men serving him. He should just be happy. I found it, and not one of those blasted Tyrells.</span>That pommel would be a message for Aemon's aunt, like as not, saying that he has not forgotten Westeros.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Good,</span>Maxwell thought.<span style=""font-style: italic"">My people have endured enough. Now it is time to overcome.</span>Maxwell was so deep in thought, he did not notice Maester Lucas enter.<br/>""My lord, a raven arrived for you earlier, from the Night's Watch. I thought you might like to see it.""<br/>""Of course Lucas. I always have time for the watch."" Maxwell was hoping that the letter would be a messenger declaring that everything was fine for once, but he was wrong. When was it ever good news?<br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To the Lords of Westeros,<br/><br/>The Wall is undermanned, Castle Black stands almost empty. The Watch needs your help in these dark times, strange things can be seen in the lands beyond. Wildlings grow bolder, intending to invade our lands in the south. I urge you to send your prisoners, sworn knights, men-at-arms, family members or even yourselves to help us. The watch is an ancient brotherhood of warriors with an unquestionable honour. You will be doing the realm a service by aiding us. Gods protect us all.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">signed, Triston Gaunt, Lord Commander of the Nights Watch and Commander of Castle Black.</span></blockquote><br/></div></blockquote><br/><br/>Maxwell crumpled up the letter and tossed it into the fire. He knew better than most what the watch was, and what it was capable of, even understaffed. However, he also knew the types of challenges they faced and thought that he would rather give up a few troops, than be battling wights, wildlings, and others once again.<br/>""Maester, be so kind as to dispatch a letter to Thunderhoof Hall instructing my daughter to issue a draft for all able bodied men to either give up some food or silver, or to join the Watch. Also instruct her to send any men on our dungeons to the Wall as well. We will give all we can spare.""<br/>Lucas nodded and hurried off, leaving Maxwell to brood by the window, lost in memories of days long past, and in fears for the future."
14642,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=250,2014-12-30T07:18:00,Of the Quendi,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;"">The Seven Kingdoms</span><br/>King's Landing, on the Blackwater Bay<br/>Within the Crownlands of the King</span></span><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d4/GhisHarpie.png""/><br/><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ser Daemon Waters</span></span></span></div><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">W</span></span>hile Ser Aurane nodded solemnly at Lady Sansa's words, seemingly finding no fault in them, Daemon felt tempted to break his silence and enquire what promises the lady had made to her brother that she after a decade was still bound by. Concerned they only Aerion's life or also his crown Daemon wondered.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">S</span></span>er Aurane, it seemed, did not.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""His Imperial Majesty has no desire for war to ravage the Seven Kingdoms My Lady.""</span>Ser Aurane, perhaps not entirely truthfully Daemon suspected, declared.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""If the honor and dignity of his house and name can be restored without it he will seek no war with the Tyrell's or their traitor allies.""</span>Ser Aurane said.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Much less do he desire for any harm to come to his brother, or any member of his house. Indeed when the Emperor has turned his gaze westwards it is not to reclaim lost titles and honors or avenge treasons and murders. No what has left his Majesty restless for twelve years is neither thought of his own exile or his parents murder but a far greater crime perpetrated by the Tyrell's. The crime of rearing a dragon in captivity.""</span>Ser Aurane declared in an impassioned tone.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">T</span></span>he Velaryon sailor paused for a moment, no doubt trying to remember the instructions he had received from the emperor, who indeed spent more time lamenting the fact that he had failed to rescue his youngest brother then he did plotting vengeance or war.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Dragons, like wolfs if My Lady don't mind me saying so, are not meant for captivity, and every day which his brother had spent a slave of Tyrell puppet masters to be raised a pretty pliant little rose is a day spent in agony for the Emperor. His greatest fear has always been what has befallen his brother in the hands of the traitors. Ser Daemon and I was sent west not when the Empire was ready for war but when news that a dragon had hatched to Aerion reached Meereen. These wondrous news brought hope to the Emperor that twelve year's captivity had not made a Rose of his brother. Believing his brother to be a dragon the Emperor has sent us not to fight his brother but to aid him against treacherous advisors. Should Aerion prove less of a dragon then his brother hopes, I understand that he is to be wed to a Lannister whore, it would grieve the Emperor and he might feel compelled to insist on Aerion's abdication. But if Your Ladyship fears that the Emperor could do harm against his own kin you misjudge him greatly.""</span>Ser Aurane declared.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">W</span></span>ith his rather passionate speech, a condensation of a more eloquent one delivered by the emperor before he sent Daemon and Ser Aurane west, finished Ser Aurane fell quiet, considering all things said. As Daemon did not he took the word.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Indeed the emperor bears his brother now ill will and blames himself for failing to rescue his brother.""</span>He politely began.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""But if there seem to be no discord between Your Ladyship and the Emperor on this matter, perhaps we might turn our attention to how we can find the solutions Your Ladyship asks for?""</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">T</span></span>hough Ser Aurane was the formal leader of the Ghiscari delegation and though Daemon depended entirely on the experience of the older man he knew that it was on him that Khrazdaqan relied to devise the stratagems and designs that would hopefully undo the Tyrell's.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Ser Aurane and I are of course strangers to this land though we are both born here. We know not as Your Ladyship where we can find support for the Emperor or what kind of political situation exists in the Seven Kingdom now. For such knowledge we are entirely dependent on Your Ladyship's sagacious counsel.""</span>Daemon declared.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""If it is not to bold, may I ask if Your Ladyship has a solution of your own on how to accomplish change without war in the Seven Kingdoms? Can we appeal to Aerion himself or is he too much under the spell of the Tyrell's? Are there mayhaps other forces with which we can ally?""</span>"
14643,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=250,2014-12-30T11:07:00,Krugmar,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">House Vaeleneos</span> <div style=""float: right;""><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Of the Quendi""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Of the Quendi <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=22941427#p22941427"">wrote</a>:</cite>[align=center]<span style=""font-style: italic"">[b]<span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;"">The Ghiscari Empire</span><br/>The Imperial City of Meereen, in the Bay of Ghiscari<br/>Under the sovereignty of Aemon the Magnificent Targaryen</span><br/><br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d4/GhisHarpie.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lady Missandei</span></span></span></div><br/><hr/> <br/><br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">M</span></span>issandei yawned, stretching her slim body as she lay in her bed in the luxurious private chambers she kept at the apex of the great pyramid of Meereen. Aemon, who in most other regards was as Ghiscari as the Meereenese, was no fan of the Great Pyramid and used it solely for official purposes, preferring to reside in in a bayside manse, leaving Missandei to live in the chambers his mother had once dwelled in. As she stretched her limb Missandei was painfully reminded of her advancing years. She could no longer work throughout the night, chairing war council's, meeting censors, issuing imperial directives and tending to that other host of issues the surprise attack on Kosrak had created, without feeling it in her body. Already her visit to the Skahazdan Baths seemed a distant dream. <br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Y</span></span>et the affairs of the empire waited for no man. Though the sun had barely risen Missandei signaled for one of her cupbearers to admit one of Khrazdaqan's censors. The eunuch, a youth of scarcely seventeen year approached Missandei reverently, to deliver his report. Leaning in towards the grand vizier, who was spied on as much as any other official of the empire, he quickly recited the findings of the inquisition. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""Three?""</span> Missandei asked in surprise with a raised eyebrow. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""How pleasant it must be to have time for such frivolity.""</span> She lamented, only briefly thinking of her visit to the exotic Valyrian beauties at the bath. <br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">T</span></span>he eunuch, who like most of Khrazdaqan's creatures had no humor, merely nodded solemnly. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""Quite.""</span> He remarked. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""Do your want to receive her this morning Grand Vizier?""</span> He asked. A sour grimace appeared on Missandei's face. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""Want Skahaz? No not the least bit. But that doesn't mean it wouldn't be prudent. Let me have a bath first, then I will receive Lady Maelesa while I break my fast. I have always preferred Vipers to honeyed locusts.""</span> Missandei declared. The eunuch for a brief moment seemed surprised but then he nodded. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""Quite, madam.""</span> He declared. Missandei sighed, it really was too early in the morning for a humorless censor.</blockquote></div></div></div></div></span></div><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Meereen - Imperial Palace<br/>Maelesa Vaeleneos, Lady of Mantarys</span></div><hr/><br/><br/>A knock at the door told Maelesa that the time had come to meet with the exalted slave. She stood up and made her way towards the door, giving a swift hand motion to her handmaidens to stop them from following her. She opened the door and found one of her legionnaires, he said ""My Lady, a messenger came by, the Grand Vizier is ready for you"".<br/><br/>She returned a bleak and bored look to the legionnaire, the confusion on his face was priceless. ""Excellent, where am I meeting her?"" she asked, hoping that it would not be anywhere near that damned ugly throne. Maelesa could not bear another few minutes having to stare at the disgusting Ghiscari heap of junk.<span style=""font-style: italic""> Does the Emperor really think that he commands respect from that thing?</span><br/><br/>""In the Grand Vizier's chambers my Lady"" replied the legionnaire. Maelesa put on a fake smile and nodded, motioning to him to escort her there. The other legionnaire posted at the door followed, their places being taken by two of the legionnaires who had been patrolling the hallway. Maelesa had brought around twenty legionnaires with her, most had gone to stay in the barracks but she had kept around eight as personal guards. Soon she would meet with the Naatheese woman, though she did not look forward to it. The slave had a silver tongue and a quick wit, something Maelesa knew was far more dangerous than any army. She would have to watch her words, lest she be the ruin of Mantarys and the Vaeleneos family.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">The Nights Watch</span> <div style=""float: right;""><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Yngen""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Yngen <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=22959982#p22959982"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Krugmar <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=22939518#p22939518"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To the Lords of Westeros,<br/><br/>The Wall is undermanned, Castle Black stands almost empty. The Watch needs your help in these dark times, strange things can be seen in the lands beyond. Wildlings grow bolder, intending to invade our lands in the south. I urge you to send your prisoners, sworn knights, men-at-arms, family members or even yourselves to help us. The watch is an ancient brotherhood of warriors with an unquestionable honour. You will be doing the realm a service by aiding us. Gods protect us all.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">signed, Triston Gaunt, Lord Commander of the Nights Watch and Commander of Castle Black.</span></blockquote></div></blockquote><br/>[b]The Dreadfort<br/><br/>The letter from the Night's Watch arrived to a comparatively empty Great Hall. Lord Bolton had left with his favoured retainers, to attend a tourney in the far-off King's Landing. The current command was therefore left to the current castellan of the Dreadfort, the aging Steelshanks Walton, and his daughter Guenyvar. <br/>The Dreadfort itself was buzzing with activity. Karsten Bolton was nowhere near as oppressive a ruler as his late father, having been raised in Kings Landing, and under his command the area was flourishing. It was still by no means a wealthy region, not compared with the fertile Reach or trade-rich Westerlands, but there was food enough for most everyone and plenty of game, coal, and metal in the ground.<br/>Walton slumped on a chair at the high table, listening intently as the Maester read out the message to him. His young daughter, who looked rather like a Lannister with her springy blonde hair and straight, proud back, listened intently.<br/>When it was done, Steelshanks coughed derisively. <br/>'Nonsense. Ghosts and ghouls? We'll keep our strength here. We'll be marching south soon enough, if I'm any judge.""<br/>Guenyvar leaned forwards, her tone intense.<br/>""Pa, come on. It's only a few days ride and if something goes wrong at the Wall, it's the Umbers and then us that are in for a kicking! Let me take some men and see what's happening, please!""<br/>""Don't be daft. What happens if Lord Bolton sends for help and I have to tell him you've taken half our lads off hunting fairies, eh? I'll be the one gets a kicking, that's what.""<br/>""I'll only take a hundred or so! That'll be a godsend to the crows, and if we're not needed I can be back in no time.""<br/>She stood.<br/>""If I can't take any Bolton men, I'll just go alone.""<br/>Steelshanks sighed. He knew she wasn't bluffing, pain that she was.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Some days later, the Wall</span><br/><br/>A column of soldiers trudged into view of Castle Black, moving slowly. They were almost all mounted, and several wains followed the column. Most of the men looked to be archers, about sixty or seventy, with a score of armoured men-at-arms and serjeants scattered throughout. They were led by a woman in ringmail, with a long bow over her back and a barbute helmet on her head from which a bushy ponytail snaked.<br/>They rode under the banner of the flayed man, red on white, and the rain had made the colours run so it looked as though the victim was bleeding.<br/>Reinforcements had answered the Watch's call.</div></blockquote></div></div></div></div><br/><br/>The Wall - Castle Black<br/>Triston Gaunt, Lord Commander of the Nights Watch</span></div><hr/><br/><br/>Triston awoke to the sounds of swords clashing and old men shouting. He rose out of bed and pulled on his usual outfit, a standard black tunic, and fitted over it a great black cloak. He made his way out of his rather spacious quarters (at least compared to the barracks) and down towards the yard. He approached the master-at-arms, Delgor 'Bloodaxe', and asked ""Delgor, how goes the training?"".<br/><br/>Delgor turned around, his face red from shouting and his long brown hair in a mess. ""Bad Lord Commander, these damned dogs don't understand what they will be facing. They think all the wildfolk are like the pretty knights from the flowerlands. I'm trying to beat reality into them"" he said, frustration clearly showing.<br/><br/>Triston inspected the recruits, most of them had been here for several weeks and were beginning to grow attuned to life at the wall. They were almost all prisoners sent here, the occasional few were men who had decided to try their luck at the wall. ""Keep beating it into them, eventually they will be moulded into brothers of the watch. Now, any new recruits?"" asked Triston.<br/><br/>""Thirty-five prisoners have been sent by the nearest Northern lords, they arrived early this morning. Two former Umber soldiers have arrived with them, grizzled old veterans of the Tyrell rebellion, wishing to join the watch"" replied Delgor.<br/><br/>""Excellent, put those veterans on the fast track. They will have experience of life in the north and of battle, I want them to be rangers as soon as possible"" said Triston. He had no time and too few men to allow these veterans to simply spend months training like the other green-boys and thieves.<br/><br/>""I'll get to it Lord Commander"" replied Delgor, nodding his head and running off towards the new batch of recruits. He was a strange former wildling, he retained his fiery spirit from his days with the free-folk yet had perfectly adjusted to the life of a kneeler. He had been rewarded well for his service and was a great asset to the watch, Triston could use a thousand of him.<br/><br/>""Lord Commander, Bolton troops spotted at the south gate"" interrupted Edgar Tolkett, the young ranger from the Riverlands. Triston frowned,<span style=""font-style: italic"">Bolton troops, what were they doing here?</span>. He nodded at Edgar and made his way towards the south gate while issuing a command for several of his brothers to follow him.<br/><br/>""Edgar, get a message to the first ranger if you can. Tell him to meet me at the South gate, tell him that we have company"" said Triston, sending Edgar to run off and find the First Ranger. Triston carried on towards the south gate, reaching it quickly. He climbed through the stairs and made his way to the top of the barricade, he could see a large amount of Bolton soldiers marching towards them. ""Open the gate, let them in"" said Triston, hoping that they were coming to aid them. The Boltons were unpredictable, yet an attack on Castle Black would be foolish even for them.<br/><br/>He made his way down to the gate courtyard and stood to attention, around him his brothers positioned themselves into an honour guard. They would formally receive these guests who had likely come to aid the watch in recovering from its dark days.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Hopefully the Boltons would keep the flaying to a minimum, though it could be a useful tool against the Wildlings</span>thought Triston."
14644,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=250,2014-12-30T13:57:00,Yngen,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Castle Black</span><br/><br/>The column trooped under the gateway, their harnesses and equipment clattering as the eighty-odd warriors filed into the courtyard. The cavalrymen looked grim, in light plate and furs with sallet helms, whilst behind them the archers slouched in their saddles, wearing irregular leather or chainmail. Oddly enough, the archers mostly looked bigger and stronger than the cavalrymen, but the huge war bows on their backs explained this. These were no mere huntsmen with light bows for felling deer, these were men who had been training at the bow since they were young, and now possessed the thick corded muscles necessary to pull the massive bows back and loose deadly arrows at their enemies.<br/><br/>For all their strength, they were mounted on light horses and poorly armed other than their bows and arrows, some with only knives and dirks, others with hammers, axes, and a few swords here and there. It was clear they were brawlers when it came to a melee, not disciplined line infantry. The twenty men-at-arms, on the other hand, looked formidable, on heavy warhorses, with thick shields and vicious looking steel at their belts, maces, battle-axes, longswords, and spears for use on horseback.<br/><br/>Their leader dismounted lightly and tugged off her helmet, revealing a pale, pretty face with sparkling blue eyes. She smiled, and gave a curtsey.<br/>""Lord Commander. I am Guenyvar, daughter of Castellan Steelshanks of the Dreadfort. We are here to help protect the Wall against the barbarians beyond."""
14645,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=250,2014-12-30T17:53:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Riliane Wendwater</span><br/><br/>Riliane sat outside the River (or Mud) gate atop her horse and bored. She was waiting to be granted entry to King's Landing. You'd think if the king himself invited you that you'd be able to enter his city rather quickly. Riliane sat grumpily on her horse, beside her was her maestar who had insisted on coming.<br/><br/>As Riliane waited a lord and his son rode up beside her, his arms were peculiar: a sword and a falling star on a lavender background. Riliane struggled to remember what house the man belonged to. ""It's nice to meet you my lord."" she said cheerfully, trying to make small talk even though she didn't know who he was and he probably didn't know who she was. House Wendwater was hardly the greatest house Westeros had ever known. ""I'm Riliane, lady of Wendwater."" she said proudly."
14646,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=250,2014-12-30T18:20:00,The Imperial Republica,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">road to Castle Black</span><br/><br/>The relief column made it's way to Castle Black with about 100 troops, 3 wagons of arms and armor, 50 stallions, and 5 wagons of pickled meats and vegetables. The weapons and horses were easy for Thunderhoof Hall to spare. There was no shortage of either in the Oxen Valley, but the food was somewhat harder to come by. There were only so many farming villages within The Grey Fist's reach, and only so many had food to spare. The men were the hardest to come by. Most were small folk that were either too poor to pay the draft, or committed some sort of crime to earn themselves a place in the dungeons. There was the occasional knight, or son of some minor lord who wished to go off to prove his valor, but they were few and hard to come by. As the column approached Castle Black, the captain saw that he was not the only one there. Men bearing the banners of the Flayed Man of the Dreadfort were already outside the walls of Castle Black. His men started to shout obscenities and curses at the Boltons, but they were quickly silenced by the captain. He would have none of that under his watch. He stopped the column by the gates, and waited for The Lord Commander to come greet them."
14647,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=250,2014-12-30T18:35:00,Krugmar,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">The Nights Watch</span> <br/>The Wall - Castle Black<br/>Triston Gaunt, Lord Commander of the Nights Watch</span></div><hr/><br/><br/>Triston bowed his head slightly to the leader of the Bolton troops, ""Greetings Guenyvar of the Dreadfort. I am Triston Gaunt, you are welcome at Castle Black and the Wall"" he said. She was not what he was expecting, from the stories of the Boltons and their troops. The fact that she was a woman in command didn't surprise him though, his meeting with several of the ladies of Bear Island had made him wish that the Watch accepted women into its ranks. Some of them it seemed could tear through the wildlings with their bare fists.<br/><br/>Triston turned to the Captain from Thunderhoof Hall, a place that he was not too familiar with. ""Welcome to the Wall, I take it you also received my letter. The Watch is grateful for the support from you all"" said Triston, truth be told he had not expected any reply such as this to come. He had been expecting a surge of prisoners being sent up but nothing like this, perhaps the damned southern lords had pulled their fists out of their backsides and realised that the Watch was severely undermanned and needed help. That or his letters had annoyed them into sending help.<br/><br/>""The Great Hall is warm, full of food and open. I invite you to rest there while we open up another wing of the barracks to house you all."" said Triston, turning to the side and extending his hand, pointing towards the location of the Great Hall. It was not a hard building to find, being one of the largest and oldest in Castle Black, but for newcomers it was often hard to find their way around the castle."
14648,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=250,2014-12-30T18:43:00,Nuridia,"Eugenia spotted Aerion, but unfortunately he was around that dreaded Loras Tyrell. There had to be a way to get the king away from him, the Tyrells were probably already filing young Aerion's mind with poison as she spoke. But poisoned against who, that was the question. Whose house were the Tyrells so eager to destroy that they were filling the young king's head with lies and venom, there were many who wanted the Roses dead. The Starks most of all, they ruined their brother's family so revenge was on their minds and Loras and Margaery probably knew it. Lady Stark remarked in her head how much Aerion looked like Daenerys."
14649,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=250,2014-12-30T19:46:00,Phalnia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Edric Dayne<br/>King's Landing</span><br/><br/>The wait was beginning to take its toll on the Dayne party. Edric understood the Royal servants must be overtaxed with the wedding, the tourney, and the increase in the already packed city's population, but he still felt slightly perturbed.<br/><br/>He first took notice of the woman only when she spoke to him. She introduced herself as ""Lady Riliane of Wendwater"". Lord Edric was befuddled for a moment, he knew Wendwater as a river, not a noble house. Unable to think of any time he had heard mention of the house, he decided to avoid an awkward moment.<br/><br/>""Of course, Lady Riliane. A pleasure to meet you. I am Lord Edric Dayne of Starfall.""<br/><br/>He motioned to his son at his side. ""And, this is my son, Ser Tomos Dayne."" Tomos gave a courteous nod towards the Lady.<br/><br/>Lord Dayne pointed his hand behind him. ""My lady wife and daughters are in the carriage behind us.""<br/><br/>Ser Tomos spoke up for the first time. ""I hope your journey to the capital was comfortable Lady Riliane."""
14650,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=250,2014-12-30T20:05:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Riliane Wendwater</span><br/><br/>They were from house Dayne! That was why she recognized their arms. Her father had often told her stories of ser Arthur Dayne and his magical sword. Riliane bowed her head respectfully and answered ser Tomos' question in the same manner. ""My ""journey"" was only a short ride through the woods good ser, I can't imagine what it must have been like to ride all the way from Dorne. I've never really traveled much. Can I-"" Riliane blushed and looked down at her horse Pride as she realized that she sounded like a small child asking about a new toy. ""can I see the sword Dawn?"" she asked nervously."
14651,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=250,2014-12-30T20:40:00,Phalnia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ser Tomos Dayne<br/>King's Landing</span><br/><br/>Ser Tomos smiled. ""Of course."" Of all the questions he had ever been asked, ""seeing Dawn"" was the most common. Even as a squire a hundred miles away from Starfall and the famed sword people would ask about Dawn. The knight motioned his horse closer to Riliane's, while he reached for the sword packed away in his saddlebag. He kept it packed away, being too large to wear in a scabbard around the waist, and back holsters being cumbersome.<br/><br/>The sword glistened as he drew it free. The otherworldly metal shined brighter than any metal Tomos knew of. It was heavy in his hands, as he shifted his hold so the Lady could see it. As a second thought he spoke again. ""The journey from Dorne isn't as bad as one would think. Though experience does help."""
14652,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=250,2014-12-30T21:03:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Riliane Wendwater</span><br/><br/>Riliane smiled brightly and clapped her hands together when ser Tomos drew Dawn. She had expected a little more... But when a sword was so steeped in legend it made sense that some tales would be exaggerated. The sword was still extraordinarily pretty and seemed to shine and radiate with an otherworldly light. After seeing the sword Riliane decided that the idea the sword was made out of the heart of a fallen star wasn't too far-fetched. ""It's beautiful."" Riliane told him ""My father taught me a little bit of swordplay when I was younger, I was only little but I still beat of of his guardsmen,"" Riliane boasted as her maestar Oswell rolled his eyes. ""I'm so powerful aren't I Oswell?"" She asked, turning to him.<br/><br/>Oswell put on a fake smile and nodded in fake agreement. ""Of course you are my lady."" Oswell told her, knowing better than to disagree with her.<br/><br/>""So I assume you'll be participating in the tourney ser Tomos? I won't be able to follow it too closely, I'm supposed to be looking for potential husbands."" said Riliane bitterly, it was clear from how she spoke that she wasn't too thrilled with the prospect."
14653,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=250,2014-12-30T21:40:00,Phalnia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ser Tomos Dayne<br/>King's Landing</span><br/><br/>Tomos returned the blade to its' sheathe on his saddle. He smiled at the Riliane's boast. ""I'm sure you are a fine swordsman my lady. He turned towards the Wendwater maester as he agreed. Clearly, a man playing along.<br/><br/>""I do plan on competing in the upcoming tourney, yes."" Tomos could sense the lack of interest in her second statement. ""Perhaps, you might attend the tourney regardless. A great number of bachelors attend and participate in these events. And this is the largest tourney held in years, the finest men shall be in attendance."""
14654,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=250,2014-12-30T22:14:00,Novae Vitae,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">First Ranger Satin<br/>Castle Black, the North</span><br/><br/>Satin was found by Edgar, whom told him of the Lord Commander's request. Satin went to him, his corded muscles moving quickly as the bow on his back shifted slightly. His quiver at his side rattled.<br/><br/>Satin arrived to the Lord Commander quickly. Before he could ask what the Lord Commander required, however, it became apparent. ""Good day to you,"" he said to the newly-arrived."
14655,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=250,2014-12-31T03:27:00,Of the Quendi,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;"">The Ghiscari Empire</span><br/>The Imperial City of Meereen, in the Bay of Ghiscari<br/>Under the sovereignty of Aemon the Magnificent Targaryen</span></span><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d4/GhisHarpie.png""/><br/><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lady Missandei</span></span></span></div><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">M</span></span>issandei smiled, saying a quite prayer to R'hllor who, so it seemed, was looking out for his alleged son. Five million gold dragons was about the sum of the debts of the Ghiscari Empire, and with an annual Qartheen tribute the deficit would perhaps, at long last, be ended.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""You do ask much Mordonin Jaerator.""</span>Missandei said.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""But you also offer much. I am sure the emperor will agree with me on that when he returns.""</span>The Grand Vizier declared, casting again a gaze towards the painted screen and the city of Qarth marked upon it.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">S</span></span>he nodded ponderously as she looked upon the map.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Yes, I am quite inclined to encourage the emperor to take these terms and assist you in seizing Qarth.""</span>She promised.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""The ""Milk Men"" made a mistake in fighting the Silver Queen. Yunkai has been punished for this insolence, Tolos and Elyria brought to heel and New Ghis conquered. It is time that Qarth too is brought under more satisfactory and, to the Empire, amenable leadership. I will confer with Marshall Grey Worm later today and ask him to prepare two legions for this enterprise.""</span>Missandei said.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Now would there be anything else you would like to discuss with me Mordonin Jaerator?""</span><br/><br/><div align=""center"">~*~</div><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">I</span></span>n spite of her jest honeyed locusts was among the dishes served for Missandei as she broke her fast, suggesting that Skahaz was perhaps immune to humor but not blind to it. While Missandei has never quite gotten used to the dish Strong Belwas himself have never expressed distaste for it. Still with flagons of chilled wine and sweetwater, figs, dates, melons, pomegranates, pecans and peppers was placed before her, accompanied by breads and cheeses, Missandei wasn't tempted by the sugary dish.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">A</span></span>knock on the door announced the arrival of the guest as Missandei was pouring herself a goblet of sweetwater.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Enter.""</span>She commanded. The knocking chamberlain at once opened the door revealing Lady Maelesa Vaeleneos beyond it.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Welcome my dear lady, to my chambers.""</span>Missandei said, warmly enough, bidding the woman enter the chambers as she, briefly, felt a sting of pain looking at the Valyrian woman, reminded of Daenerys.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">T</span></span>he Grand Vizier was however not about to let sentimentality get the better of her. House Vaeleneos was a rebellious all but treacherous vassal of the emperor, if that could not be rectified, and Missandei did not delude herself into thinking it could, tightening control over the house was in due order. That was why Missandei had invited Lady Maelesa to her chambers, not to let the superficial resemblance of the woman to one far better confound her.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""I hope you have slept well?""</span>Missandei spoke with a smirk, still surprised at the virility of a woman almost two score years old."
14656,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=250,2014-12-31T07:20:00,Diliath,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Of the Quendi <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=22972537#p22972537"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;"">The Ghiscari Empire</span><br/>The Imperial City of Meereen, in the Bay of Ghiscari<br/>Under the sovereignty of Aemon the Magnificent Targaryen</span></span><br/><br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d4/GhisHarpie.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lady Missandei</span></span></span></div><br/><hr/> <br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">M</span></span>issandei smiled, saying a quite prayer to R'hllor who, so it seemed, was looking out for his alleged son. Five million gold dragons was about the sum of the debts of the Ghiscari Empire, and with an annual Qartheen tribute the deficit would perhaps, at long last, be ended. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""You do ask much Mordonin Jaerator.""</span> Missandei said. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""But you also offer much. I am sure the emperor will agree with me on that when he returns.""</span> The Grand Vizier declared, casting again a gaze towards the painted screen and the city of Qarth marked upon it. <br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">S</span></span>he nodded ponderously as she looked upon the map. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""Yes, I am quite inclined to encourage the emperor to take these terms and assist you in seizing Qarth.""</span> She promised. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""The ""Milk Men"" made a mistake in fighting the Silver Queen. Yunkai has been punished for this insolence, Tolos and Elyria brought to heel and New Ghis conquered. It is time that Qarth too is brought under more satisfactory and, to the Empire, amenable leadership. I will confer with Marshall Grey Worm later today and ask him to prepare two legions for this enterprise.""</span> Missandei said. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""Now would there be anything else you would like to discuss with me Mordonin Jaerator?""</span> <br/><br/><div align=""center"">~*~</div><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">I</span></span>n spite of her jest honeyed locusts was among the dishes served for Missandei as she broke her fast, suggesting that Skahaz was perhaps immune to humor but not blind to it. While Missandei has never quite gotten used to the dish Strong Belwas himself have never expressed distaste for it. Still with flagons of chilled wine and sweetwater, figs, dates, melons, pomegranates, pecans and peppers was placed before her, accompanied by breads and cheeses, Missandei wasn't tempted by the sugary dish. <br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">A</span></span> knock on the door announced the arrival of the guest as Missandei was pouring herself a goblet of sweetwater. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""Enter.""</span> She commanded. The knocking chamberlain at once opened the door revealing Lady Maelesa Vaeleneos beyond it. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""Welcome my dear lady, to my chambers.""</span> Missandei said, warmly enough, bidding the woman enter the chambers as she, briefly, felt a sting of pain looking at the Valyrian woman, reminded of Daenerys. <br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">T</span></span>he Grand Vizier was however not about to let sentimentality get the better of her. House Vaeleneos was a rebellious all but treacherous vassal of the emperor, if that could not be rectified, and Missandei did not delude herself into thinking it could, tightening control over the house was in due order. That was why Missandei had invited Lady Maelesa to her chambers, not to let the superficial resemblance of the woman to one far better confound her. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""I hope you have slept well?""</span> Missandei spoke with a smirk, still surprised at the virility of a woman almost two score years old.</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/>Mordonin smiled at Missandei and said:""No for the moment not. I will send Grey Worm the plans for the campaign that are already made. He can look wether he likes them or not. I'm very glad the empire wants to help."" With this words did he rise from his chair ""I'm glad you listened to me and i'm thankful that you want to help us. I hope for much friendliness between Qarth and the empire in the future."" After these words walked Mordonin through the door and closed it behind him. He would inform his followers in the Qarth. Soon would he posses thecrown of the queen of cities."
14657,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=250,2014-12-31T08:45:00,Krugmar,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">House Vaeleneos</span> <br/>Meereen - Great Pyramid<br/>Maelesa Vaeleneos, Lady of Mantarys</span></div><hr/><br/><br/>Maelesa entered the quarters, nodding her head in respect when greeted by the Vizier. There was no true loyalty expressed in the nod, but the gesture she felt was appropriate. Hopefully she would get this talk over and done with, she could not stand this miserable slave girl. Maelesa made her way over to a seat, making herself comfortable without caring about an invitation to sit. She might be have shown a bit of respect earlier, but now she needed to show that she was not a slave to the Emperor or his blind followers.<br/><br/>She nodded and said ""I slept as well as one can in this place"", leaving it as an open statement for the Vizier to figure out. It was of course meant as an insult in Maelesa's view, no doubt the Vizier would also understand that, though lesser peoples might even take it as a compliment. She reached over to the table and grabbed herself a goblet, pouring some of the sweetwater for herself. She generally preferred drinking wine, shipments often came in from Volantis and she had a particular like for Dornish Red.<br/><br/>She took a small drink and then placed the goblet back on the table. ""So Vizier, we can do away with honeyed words and get straight to business if you would like"" said Maelesa, in no mood for silly word games. ""Or we could sit here and make small talk with the occasional snide remark, though doubtless that would cause our meeting to be fruitless and a waste. You strike me as a woman who hates wasting her time"" continued Maelesa, crossing her arms and giving the Vizier a impudent smile."
14658,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=250,2014-12-31T09:50:00,Yngen,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Castle Black</span><br/>Guenyvar</span><br/><br/>She smiled generously at the Lord Commander, then turned to her soldiers.<br/>""Right, you heard the man. Stables then food.""<br/>Leaving one of her men to stable her horse, she strolled into the Great Hall. Her troops followed, and they began settling down. In their wagons they had bought some food and a few casks of ale, amongst other things, and they rolled the barrels into the hall and broached two. They cheerfully invited any Brothers in the hall to try the premium dark ale, which was thick and had a faintly fruity aroma."
14659,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=250,2014-12-31T16:58:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Riliane Wendwater</span><br/><br/>Riliane smiled at ser Tomos, deciding that his company was quite enjoyable or that he was at least less irritating than most people she encountered. ""I will be at the tourney what I mean is I'll be talking with other lords instead of watching the jousts. I'm supposed to be looking for lords not knights."" it was clear from the way that she spoke about the subject that she wasn't looking forward to the tournament. ""I hope one of the great lords notice me."" she confided in the Dayne. ""My line ends with me and I'd rather have Wendwater go to a Lannister or Tyrell than a Hogg."""
14660,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=250,2014-12-31T18:13:00,Phalnia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ser Tomos Dayne<br/>King's Landing</span><br/><br/>Tomos nodded as he listened to the lady of Wendwater. He understood the value attached to a lineage, and hoped his own house would never face such adversity. ""Lannister and Tyrell do command a slight more respect than the noble house of Hogg, don't they?"" He shifted in his saddle as he continued. ""Regardless, I wish you the best of luck in your search. May you find a suitable husband."" As an afterthought he added, ""And if you do find the chance I would recommend casting your gaze on the field, the jousts can be quite a sight."""
14661,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=250,2015-01-01T00:00:00,The Imperial Republica,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Castle Black</span><br/><br/>The captain followed The Lord Commander into the food hall after signaling his men to begin distributing troops and supplies.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Perhaps this will help earn Thunderhoof Hall a name once again</span>."
14662,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=250,2015-01-01T09:55:00,Of the Quendi,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;"">The Ghiscari Empire</span><br/>The Imperial City of Meereen, in the Bay of Ghiscari<br/>Under the sovereignty of Aemon the Magnificent Targaryen</span></span><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d4/GhisHarpie.png""/><br/><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lady Missandei</span></span></span></div><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">S</span></span>miling warmly Missandei rose from her seat to bid the visitor goodbye.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""I quite share the hope warlock. It has been a pleasure to talk with Your Mordonin Jaerator. The servants will see to it that you are granted chambers in the pyramid and will let you know when the emperor returns.""</span>She said with a polite nod as the guest retired.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">S</span></span>carcely had the doors to the small antechamber closed behind the warlock before the smile on Missandei's lips faded. She turned to the painted map, strolling leisurely towards it. Standing right before the painted screen she gazed covetously at the depiction of Qarth.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""The Queen of Cities.""</span>She spoke in an almost solemn tone. Then, in a practical and worldy tone more befitting her, she continued;<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Five million Golden Dragons of in Westerosi currency. Almost twenty million Ghiscari Honors.""</span>She smiled.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""At deflated prices that is ten billion coppers.""</span>She declared, grasping with the enormous sum.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""We will almost be solvent, saying nothing of the value of the ships.""</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">T</span></span>apping Qarth lightly Missandei nodded her head ponderously. Then she looked up, staring past the painted map.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Can we trust the warlock though, I wonder.""</span>She spoke. For a moment there was silence. Then a voice, no more than a full meter away from Missandei answered from beyond the screen.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Trust no one.""</span>Khrazdaqan declared. Missandei nodded. Though her eyes, even when she had her face almost up against the screen, could not see through the weavings of the painted screen at the inquisitor behind it, she was unsurprised to find him present. No doubt a crossbow had been pointing at the warlock's head throughout the conversation.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Quite.""</span>Missandei declared.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""I shall not make the mistake of believing that the Jaerator family will not betray us first chance they get. I plan on giving them no such chances.""</span>The cold voice of the Grand Vizier sounded.<br/><br/><div align=""center"">~*~</div><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">A</span></span>slight chuckle escaped Missandei as Lady Maelesa made her thoughts on sleeping in the Great Pyramid clear.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""I myself find sleep increasingly elusive.""</span>Missandei spoke politely.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""The running of the empire leaves scarcely any time for resting even on the best of days. Those it seems there aren't many of and as a result I spend most nights tending to the administration of my master's domain. When at last I do find time for sleep it escapes me as I ponder those tasks that could be accomplished where I not wasting time in my bed.""</span>The Grand Vizier, who recognized an insult for what it was, for a moment thought to say nothing more on the topic, yet against herself she found it impossible to resist temptation to add a final word on the topic.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""I am pleased Your Ladyship is not so troubled. Perhaps you found something more interesting to do with your night then be kept awake by worry?""</span>Missandei asked rhetorically.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">T</span></span>he jolly mood of the Grand Vizier receded as the Valyrian woman, as she put it, got straight to business. Missandei gave the woman a stifled smile, offering no reply. Reaching for her goblet to take a sip of her sweetwater Missandei noticed how her hands where trembling lightly. It was rather unusual, Missandei did not often allow her emotions to show so relatively clearly as the discreet tremble. But there was something about that woman, and her whole family to boot, that antagonized Missandei greatly. Perhaps it was because they where not Ghiscari, who could be said to have course for grievance against the empire, but Valyrians who resembled Missandei's Silver Queen. Whatever it was Missandei felt a rather unprofessional anger swell and for a moment she was tempted to summon Ser Tumco Lho from whatever shadow of the room he was hiding in to throw the Mantarine ambassador of the pyramid.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">B</span></span>ut of course she did not. Sipping her sweetwater she put down her goblet, her hands now under control.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""How forward Maelesa Vaeleneos.""</span>She spoke coldly.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""A trait I always admire in my underlings as it allows me to rely on what they tell me when I have to make decisions without having to wrestle plain speak from them. Yes it is indeed an admirable quality in a bureaucrat, not, I fear, in a Lady. But what you ask for you shall receive.""</span>The Grand Vizier said.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">M</span></span>issandei leaned forward in her chair towards the other woman.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Straight to business? As you wish.""</span>She declared.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""His Imperial Majesty is a man of immense patience and compassion, who thinks only the best of others and always strive to do right by people. His one vice I fear. Though that too could be considered an admirable quality in a lesser person or a better world in a ruler it is not. Fortunately I do not share this vice.""</span>The Grand Vizier proclaimed.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""My patience with wayward vassals of the Emperor, I fear, is quite exhausted. House Vaeleneos has for too long been shirking its duties to the emperor. I will suffer it no longer. You House, Maelesa Vaeleneos, is faced with a simple choice. To know once more its proper place and serve the emperor fully and unquestioningly, or not to. Should it choose the former I shall be no obstacle to the Emperor's patience and compassion. If not ... I shall pray for you.""</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">T</span></span>he Grand Vizier's piercing gaze for a moment dwelled on Lady Maelesa to hammer the message through. Then Missandei leaned back in her chair once more.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Would you like some dates, madam?""</span>Missandei asked politely, gesturing towards a tray."
14663,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=250,2015-01-01T11:15:00,Diliath,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Mordonin Jaerator</span><br/><br/>The day after Mordonin had talked to Missandei was in the beginning spend to bathhouses and libraries. After returning to the piramid was it time for diplomatic matters, however. As he didn't want to rely fully on the empire was he searching reserve allies. The Valeneos family was a perfect one. A friendly relation with them would to garantuee the safety of the Jaerators if the Valeneos family would defeat the Targaryens. To archieve ths friendship walked Mordonin to the quarters of Maelesa. There did the message reach him that Maelesa was with Missandei. He chose to wait for her in her quarters until she would arrive."
14664,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=250,2015-01-02T11:45:00,Arana,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Tourney Grounds, King's Landing, Crownlands<br/>Aerion I Targaryen, King of the Andals, the Rhoynar, and the First Men, Lord of the Seven Kingdoms</span><br/><br/>Aerion had awoken early the morning of the tourney, and had gone down to the tourney grounds outside of the city with Aerax and two of his Kingsguard, Ser Aemon Steelsong and Dame Brienne of Tarth. The tourney itself wasn't going to start for some time, however Aerion had wanted to go for two reasons: one, to prepare, as he intended to compete, and the other to relieve the stress of the night before. He knew that Ser Aemon and Dame Brienne had planned to compete as well, and as a result had come along with him. However, the two seemed less interested in practicing than they were in trying to talk the young king out of competing.<br/><br/>""Your Grace... please, reconsider this. Even with armor, there is still a risk of you being injured, or worse...""<br/><br/>Sitting atop his horse, Aerion frowned, his<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com/736x/44/af/ee/44afee9a72e008e74461776e0a6e7530.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">armor</a>shining in the morning sun. Likely, it would look rather plain compared to the armor of the other lords attending the tourney, but to Aerion it was still a bit too much. It had been given to him as a gift by Lady Margaery some time ago, the metal of the armor dyed Tyrell green, with the red Targaryen dragon on the helm and shield. Personally, Aerion would have preferred to wear lighter armor, like that worn by Aegon the Conqueror, but the fact that the armor was from Margaery was enough for him to wear it.<br/><br/>""I am aware of the risks, Dame Brienne, but I still wish to compete. I have been under a great deal of stress lately, and this may be just what I need to deal with it. And besides, it couldn't hurt to try and impress the other lords.""<br/><br/>Standing next to Dame Brienne, Ser Aemon frowned as well.<br/><br/>""Of course, Your Grace, but there are other issues arising as well. There exists the very real possibility that the other competitors would be too scared to compete against you, for fear of the consequences of injuring you. There was a king before you, Robert Baratheon I believe, who intended to compete at his Hand's tourney, but didn't for that reason... among others.""<br/><br/>""Ser Aemon, I have heard rumors, and no doubt you have as well. There are many lords in this land that would take great joy in knocking me off a horse, and more that would be quick to rise against me at the first sign of tyranny on my part. Were I to try anything, and I mean<span style=""font-style: italic"">anything</span>, at least a few of them would be against me. I don't want war, and they know it. Now, enough of this.""<br/><br/>Exchanging a quick glance, Aemon and Brienne both frowned, silently watching their young king practice. Neither would say it out loud, but they both doubted whether Aerion truly knew what he was doing, or if he was making the first big mistake of his reign.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Kosrak, Lhazar, Ghiscari Empire<br/>Viserys Targaryen, Khal of the Great Grass Sea</span><br/><br/>Viserys could hear the anger and irritation in his brother's voice. It wasn't that hard for him to guess what was going through Aemon's mind; his brother was the oldest of them, and in Westeros and Ghiscar that actually meant something. In Viserys's opinion, it was rather foolish. After all, what if the oldest child was weak and incapable of being a leader? Among the Dothraki, the strong ruled, ensuring that those who wished to lead would need to be capable of doing so, or be abandoned by their khalasar.<br/><br/>""Is that supposed to be a threat, Aemon? If you can take a quick look at my braid, and all the bells in it, you'll see that I have never lost a battle in my time leading what remained of Mother's khalasar after her death. My riders are strong and fierce, and then there's the matter of Drogon and Berras here...""<br/><br/>When Aemon actually made an offer to him, Viserys was admittedly surprised. A gold dragon for every subject captured... the raid had been a great success, and there were at least a thousand or so captives, if not more. That, plus the loot from the battle, and it would be a very profitable day for the khalasar. And yet Viserys would still have to consider it. Surely, a sum like that was nothing to laugh at, but there were other people looking to pay money for those captives, and who knew how much they would offer?<br/><br/>""A gold dragon for each, Brother? Let no man ever say you do not care for your people. I must admit, the offer is tempting. And yet, while that certainly is a generous amount, who is to say that I couldn't get more for them in the Free Cities. Or even in your own empire, for that matter. Furthermore, my people are warriors at heart, and Lhazar has been raided by the Dothraki since the Doom of Valyria, and even in Mother's time. I still remember the stories she used to tell us of her and Khal Drogo, all of them, including his raids in Lhazar, and the maegi who led to his death. A prophecy may very well have been brought to an end that day, and yet... there are some amongst my khalasar and among the Dosh Khaleen that suggest that Rhaego was not the only one it applied to.""<br/><br/>Chuckling, Viserys circled around his brother on Drogon, Berras trying to scare off Rhaegal with his roars, and failing utterly.<br/><br/>""Personally, I am starting to think they might be right. Although based on what I've heard about your empire, I'm not the only one who seems to think they are the subject of a prophecy. Isn't that right, oh Son of Fire?""<br/><br/>Laughing now, Viserys rested his hand on his Valyrian steel arakh, the steel the same color as that of the blade belonging to his captive brother in the west. After a moment, he pulled himself together, and looked at Aemon with a slight grin.<br/><br/>""I do not wish to fight you, Brother. But I cannot ignore the ways of my people. If they go to long without raiding, they will become impatient and desert me, and before long, the khalasar that Mother built from close to nothing and that I have led to glory will crumble until there is nothing left. And when that happens, the khals that rise in my place will have no issue warring with you. As such, I believe I have two options that would work out nicely for both of us. The first is that you follow the example of the Free Cities of the west, and begin paying tribute, to be worked out later. The second is that you acknowledge the right of my people to continue raiding in Lhazar, and the rest of your empire will be spared. As a show of goodwill, should you accept either option, all the children taken in this raid will be released into your custody, and half of the men and women will be sold back to you at the price you offered.""<br/><br/>Considering those two deals relatively fair, but fearing that Aemon would reject them anyways, Viserys looked his brother in the eye.<br/><br/>""Say yes, Brother. These are Mother's people... and as such, they are yours as well.""<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Haunted Forest, Beyond the Wall<br/>Raven Snow</span><br/><br/>Raven grinned at the man's laughter, leaning into him when he put his arm over his shoulder. As quickly as Oran was becoming fond of Raven, Raven was starting to like him as well. As they rode on, Raven bent over to begin examining Oran's wound, not moving from his place under the man's arm. Pulling some cloth to wrap the wound in, as well as some herbs to help keep it from worsening, he quickly got to work.<br/><br/>""I know, it sounds foolish. But the Wall is the only thing keeping us Free Folk trapped in the cold, and if it were to fall, there would be nothing stopping any tribe who took the opportunity. Of course, your tribe is one of the only ones large enough to even consider it, and even that's too small to have a significant chance. Maybe if they could all just unite, they could tear the damn thing down and be free...""<br/><br/>After tightening the cloth to make sure the snow couldn't get in, Raven leaned into Oran once more.<br/><br/>""By the way... thank you. Until you found me, I'd been wandering all alone, save for Shadow and Bryn. The Crows killed my parents awhile ago, and the rest of the clan too... I just want to get down there and kill them all.""<br/><br/>As if sensing Raven's sadness, Shadow jumped onto the sled, licking the boy's face and lying down across his lap. The direwolf looked at Oran silently for a moment, before eventually just resting his head.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Sunstone, Kingdom of the Stepstones<br/>Areo Cithien, Pirate King of the Stepstones, Lys, and Tyrosh</span><br/><br/>The Sun King sat on his throne, looking down at the map placed before him, and he did not like what he saw. His captains had reported a Volantene fleet approaching Lys, and his spies had reported Pentoshi armies marching towards Myr, where he assumed they were meeting up with Myrish armies for a combined attack on the Disputed Lands. Areo couldn't tell which was more problematic. His fleet, combined with those of his captains, was certainly a force to be reckoned with, but was it enough? There were roughly 350 galleys from the Stepstones, and another 200 or so from Tyrosh and Lys that had survived the wars, but no larger ships. Something needed to be done, and soon. Calling a courier into the room, Areo stood and looked over the map.<br/><br/>""Alert my captains. Tell them to take whatever ships they can get their hands on and gather at Lys, and to bring any wildfire they have, if any. Then send another message to my armies in Tyrosh, and tell them to prepare for a joint Myrish-Pentoshi attack on the Disputed Lands. Lastly, prepare my ship. I plan to set sail at dawn.""<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Volantis, Free City of Volantis<br/>Morro Qorys</span><br/><br/>In Volantis, a man with the flame tattoos of a slave of R'hllor walked through the streets, nervously pushing past other citizens on his way to the Temple of the Lord of Light. What he was about to do could very well get him killed, but it would all be worth it in the end. Climbing onto the steps of the temple, Morro yelled out, getting the attention of the various slaves and citizens in the area.<br/><br/>""People of Volantis. Dark times are upon us. In the west, darkness rises, that can only be vanquished by the light of R'hllor. And yet here in Volantis, the First Daughter of Valyria and the greatest of the Free Cities, our so called 'Triarch for Life' has set sail to eliminate one of R'hllor's greatest champions, the Sun King of the Stepstones, born of Volantis herself. Many of us have heard of how he brought light to the Stepstones, and of how he crushed the heathens in Tyrosh. This man may very well be Azor Ahai himself, and yet our great city sends a fleet onward to oppose him!""<br/><br/>Now with the attention of everyone in the area, including the guards, Morro continued, drawing a sword from his belt. After quickly cutting his thumb, Morro pressed it against the blade, moving it down slowly, and fire appearing where the blood touched it. Holding the now flaming sword into the air, he continued, sounding more confident and almost triumphant.<br/><br/>""We must stand against any who try to defy the Lord of Light, or his champion! People of Volantis, look around you! You are slaves to lords that defy R'hllor, who brought fire and light to the world! Rise against those who oppress you! Rise against your Triarch for Life and those who keep him in power! And above all, rise for your god!""<br/><br/>The crowd seemed to roar in response as Morro finished speaking, although the reaction was certainly mixed. While the slaves cheered and applauded, the lords in the area shouted orders at the guards to detain him. Having faith that R'hllor would protect him, Morro stood tall, awaiting whatever would come."
14665,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=250,2015-01-02T12:53:00,Asyir,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ser Ryndar Hightower, Tourney Grounds, King's Landing, The Crownlands</span><br/><br/>Ser Ryndar awoke around mid-morning, or he assumed it was mid-morning. He could see the bright rays of sunlight shining through the small window near his desk, which was situated in the far corner of the room. The Hightower lord, moved to his dresser, where upon he donned a neat brown tunic and breeches. After tightening the clothing, he moved towards his armor stand, where his plate and mail were neatly piled up. He also had a set of studded leather as well.<br/><br/>Ryndar knew he was not going to enter the tourney. He cared little for the honor and glory that was received from fighting within them. He preferred real battle, not a false game of war where there was little to no consequence to the loser. Nevertheless, he would don his studded leather and green surcoat with his houses sigil, as befits a noble of his status.<br/><br/>He fastened and donned his armor, and placed a green cloak with the sigil of house Hightower upon it. He placed<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://www.google.com/imgres?imgurl=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.medievalcollectibles.com%2Fimages%2FProduct%2Flarge%2FMC-KS-4915.png&amp;imgrefurl=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.medievalcollectibles.com%2Fc-778-long-swords.aspx&amp;h=882&amp;w=882&amp;tbnid=KAGv1x9RCgSTgM%3A&amp;zoom=1&amp;docid=Tjh0x_VwTIuCBM&amp;hl=en&amp;ei=JvOmVL7XD5WpyATVtYGoAw&amp;tbm=isch&amp;ved=0CCIQMygGMAY&amp;iact=rc&amp;uact=3&amp;page=2&amp;start=6&amp;ndsp=6"" rel=""nofollow"">Vigilance</a>upon his back, and made his way out of his room, and towards the tourney grounds.<br/><br/>Upon reaching the grounds, he noticed much bustle and commotion as knights from all over the realm arrived to partake. Ser Ryndar saw the King and two Kingsguard off in the distance. Ryndar noticed the King wearing his plate. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Fool,</span>"" He thought to himself,""<span style=""font-style: italic"">A tourney is no place for a King. It is merely to entertain his vassals.</span>""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ser Olyvar Hightower, The Tourney Grounds</span><br/><br/>Ser Olyvar awoke in his own bed, after his night of debauchery with his liege lord Loras Tyrell. He had greatly enjoyed himself the previous night, and felt relaxed and readied for the tourney. He went for his armor stand after putting on simple under clothes. He slowly equipped his silvery chain, it's elegance and craftsmanship left many in an awe inspiring trance.<br/><br/>He donned his silver breastplate, which was decorated with the sigil of House Hightower upon it's forefront. The rest of his silver armor was just as elegant and fanciful. He strapped his jeweled sheath to his hip, and grabbed his helm.<br/><br/>He took his white stallion from the stables, and rode it to the tourney grounds. Upon arriving at the grounds, he saw many knights preparing themselves for the day. He also took notice of his brother, whom was wearing leather and chain. He was most intrigued by King Aerion, whom wore plate and was practicing.<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">He's partaking as well?</span>"" He asked himself quietly. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Can he even fight?</span>"""
14666,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=275,2015-01-02T13:26:00,Atletius,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Rydon Steele, The Wall</span><br/><br/>Lord Rydon and his company reached the crest of the hill, and the Wall and Castle Black came into view.<br/>""Not as impressive as they say, hey brother?"" To his left was his younger brother Fabian Steele, a brash young man blessed with a devilishly handsome face and a silver tongue.<br/>""It is quite impressive enough Fabian."" Rydon's own voice was rough and harsh in contrast to his brothers warm tones. He turned to his company,<br/>""Rest here tonight men, myself, Fabian and the Household guard will ride ahead to meet the Lord Commander."" He motioned toward a footman, who carried a flag bearing the arms of House Steele, a black sun impaled by a sword.<br/>""Isiah, you will bring the rest of the men to Castle Black at dawn. Till then.""<br/><br/>Rydon nodded a curt goodbye, before spurning his horse onward.<br/><br/>He and his companions reached Castle Black an hour later, as night was falling on the Wall.<br/><br/>""Men of the Watch, where is your Lord Commander? I, Rydon Steele, Lord Windholm, wish to speak with him. Please, direct me to him.""<br/><br/>As he set about discerning the location of The Lord Commander from the Watchmen, Rydon ordered Fabian stable the men's horses, and as he did so, he noticed the sign of House Bolton.<br/><br/>""Brother, House Bolton is here.""<br/><br/>Rydon paused, he believed all of the Boltons executed like the treasonous swine they were. How could they be here?<br/>""Remain vigilant Fabian, never trust a Bolton.""<br/>The company eventually learned the location of The Lord Commander, and set out to meet him."
14667,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=275,2015-01-02T13:37:00,New Granadeseret,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Steffon Baratheon-Swann</span><br/><br/>Having taken to bed much earlier than the other lord, Steffon awoke with the first hints of dawn: well rested and ready to face the day he'd be dreading. The old feelings of doubt, inadequacy, and even slight fear stirred in his stomach as he dug through his trunk: the drapped partition giving him privacy. He had picked out his cloths carefully; something not too martial, to avoid questions as to why he wasen't participating in the tourney, but not so casual as to exacerbate any nasty rumors that might be flying about. Eventually, he settled for patterned<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://www.osfcostumerentals.org/stock/Medieval/Men's%20Wear/Medieval%20Tunics,%20Jerkins,%20Shirts/slides/09028889%20Jerkin%20Men's%20Medieval,%20black%20gold%20brocade,%20C38.JPG"" rel=""nofollow"">jerkin</a>, over which he donned a suitable<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://www.osfcostumerentals.org/stock/Medieval/Men's%20Wear/Medieval%20Robes/slides/09023280%20Robe%20Short%20Medieval%20black%20gold%20brocade,%20C38%20W36.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">robe</a>, with a simpler set of trousers underneath. He examined himself in the mirror... nearly cursing himself for thinking so much about cloths when he was already going to appear so unmanly for just being in the stands, before his mind rushed to justify himself.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">You shoulden't worry so much...</span>he repeated over and over again in his mind as he laced himself up, as though thinking it enough times would make it true.<span style=""font-style: italic"">After all... you can't put the family name at risk, can you? And think of what it would be like for poor Lassa to have to sit in that crowd of strange and judgemental ladies all alone</span>. He could still hear her soft breathing behind him as she slept, under the noises of the preparations outside; forgoing his dress sword of an alchemical tome in case he found himself with spare time, before making his way down the stairs; the hall absolutely crowded with servants, guards, and guests who all awoke with the sun as he did. Skipping breakfast: there was always food served when jousts took place at Storm's End, after all, and he doubted the King would be less generous, he quickly made his way out of the Keep, riding through King's Landing towards the tourney grounds outside the western walls; the city just starting to awaken as bakers opened their shops and honest craftsmen and shops started their workday.<br/><br/>When he finally arrived, he noticed nearly everybody who was already there was preparing to fight; most of the guests having taken a more leisurely pace. Somewhat self-conscious about standing alone, with no weapon or tent to get one from, he tried to keep his calm as he walked up to the spectator stands; getting a nice, high viewing seat of the jousting lanes in the one of the better sections near the food and drink tents (as his position entitled him to... he thought, before flipping open his book and beginning to read; for the time being, sticking out like a sore thumb amongst the wooden bleachers as he engrossed himself in a theory on the possible application of dragonfire as a catalyst in producing extremely tough steel.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Oran, Haunted Forest, Beyond-the-Wall</span><br/><br/>The old man gritted his teeth as Raven touched his wounds; still stinging something terrible as the bandages went on... a sign of weakness he wasen't comfortable with but had no choice to accept. He listened to Raven speak, going on about his fanciful child's tales of moving down south and escaping the bitter cold, the stray Walkers that were rumored to come down from the far north, the hunger and the constant wondering of the next day would be your last. He sounded so... nice, to be truly free, so wrong that the bloody kneelers; cowards, slaves, and weaklings to the man were entitled to all the rich, fertile lands. He smiled at the thought of organizing... overrunning the wall as the slead ride gave him time to indulge his fantasies... before a gust of wind blew snow into his face, pulling him back to reality.<br/><br/>""Rayner tried that, boy..."" Oran told him, before realizing if the boy really had been raised alone he might not know the story. ""Before the Great Winter, back in my youth, one of those Crows decided to come to us. More spunk than I've seen in one of them in some time. Say what you want about what they learn down into those empty castles... the man knew how to organized, and got nearly all of us together, preparing to drive those fools from their Wall in one feel swoop. But..."" he shook his head, slightly distraught. ""Those honorless dogs were more clever than we though. They let us through, ah... only to take our weapons and butcher us the moment we turned our backs. The only way we're getting through is if we drive them out completely... and they've been sending out more patrols as of late, or so the stories go."" His phrasing was bitter. ""We'll see how things go down there... maybe there is still some will to get repayment for our blood, but I woulden't bet my life on it."""
14668,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=275,2015-01-02T15:38:00,Novae Vitae,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Paramount Loras Tyrell<br/>The Red Keep--&gt;Tourney Grounds, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>Loras awoke apart from Olyvar, but that did not mean that they had not spent much time . . .<span style=""font-style: italic"">together</span>. . . the night before. He had enjoyed their fun, which had been, in short, creative and energetic.<br/><br/>That did not mean Loras lacked for energy. Perhaps he would be tired tonight, too tired for such fun again, but now he awoke with a vigor. He was young and spry, and the comforts of his bed could not allure him. He rose quickly to his feet, dressing himself.<br/><br/>He wore breaches of satin black, and then an undershirt of white. Over that he wore a jerkin dyed green over that, with a doublet of black atop that; however, most of the black was overwhelmed with thread-work of gold that led to roses. Loras closed the buttons of his doublet, petite golden roses all.<br/><br/>Once dressed Loras examined his armor for any flaws. It was silver with a tint of green to it, a massive golden rose worked over the breast plate. It shone well, even in the dim light of the room's candles, and the vines of the rose worked brightly around the arms and legs of the armor. The helm saw atop itself a wreath of seven roses in the colors of the Seven, which hooked onto the helm but could be removed.<br/><br/>Finding no flaws in the armor, Loras called for two of his lords to be woken so they could ride with him to the tourney grounds. He was answered by Mathis Rowan and Samwyll Tarly, the former in armor and the later not. It made sense; Mathis was not an heir, and Tarly was.<br/><br/>The trio went to the stables, were Loras took for his horse the mare he would ride in the tourney. It was a young horse, only three, but full of vigor and a power not usually found in mares . . . and fully, unstoppably in heat. Rowan's stallion, a great black beast, was unable to ride beside it and Rowan was forced to ride, like Tarly, a gelding.<br/><br/>""Men will call you the Mare Lord,"" Rowan said. He was a massive man, truly, but his mind was not proportional.<br/><br/>""Let them,"" Loras said. ""We will see what runs faster: them, or my mare. Besides, the beast is in heat. No stallion can be ridden well in its presence.""<br/><br/>""My lord, that is . . . dishonorable,"" Tarly said. He seemed afraid of evening acknowledging that fact.<br/><br/>""Quite,"" Loras replied, ""but I have greater concerns on my mind. Honor and marriage are not necessarily inclusive."" They were approaching the tourney grounds quickly, and Loras gestured towards Olyvar, whom he saw. ""Lord Tarly, do me the honor of relaying a message to Ser Hightower. Tell him,<span style=""font-style: italic"">It is good that he means to defend the honor of the Reach in the melee</span>."" Loras could only hope that Ser Olyvar would understand what he was implying.<br/><br/>As Loras moved down the tourney grounds, he saw Aerion dressed in full armor, and raised his hand. ""Go with him, Ser Rowan,"" he added, not trusting Rowan to be silent in his cups.<br/><br/>As he approached the king alone, he asked, ""Do you mean to fight in the tourney, Your Grace?"""
14669,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=275,2015-01-02T15:49:00,Krugmar,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">House Vaeleneos</span> <br/>Meereen - Great Pyramid<br/>Maelesa Vaeleneos, Lady of Mantarys</span></div><hr/><br/><br/>Maelesa ignored the Vizier's jab at her, such petty insults were born out of jealousy. She did however notice the trembling of the hand when the Vizier took a sip of sweetwater. This caused Maelesa to truly smile, she felt as if she was gaining the upper hand. Her smile disappeared after the Vizier's next insult, likening her to a mere underling. She had offered this slave a chance for plain speech and had paid for it with a snide remark. One day, when this Empire fell, this slave would be the first to feel Maelesa's anger.<br/><br/>She heard out the Vizier's words and was not impressed. A lecture from this girl on loyalty would have been humiliating to someone not prepared. But Maelesa was prepared. She had been waiting for the Vizier to slip up like this, she would show her what true loyalty was.<br/><br/>""You speak a great deal of loyalty and service Vizier"" started Maelesa, straightening herself and also leaning forward. She was now looking the Vizier directly in the eyes. ""Yet you forget what true loyalty is. You tell me that my family, the Vaeleneos, are wayward vassals with no true loyalty and yet you are completely wrong"" she continued. She let out a small chuckle, before regaining herself. By now she was smiling profusely, she was going to try to enjoy this.<br/><br/>""Your Targaryen mistress, Daenerys Stormborn, came to Slaver's Bay and brought with her only death and destruction. How many starved or died under her reign? How many of her freedmen died of disease, war and famine? She came here and expected all to bow before her, simply because of a birthright in a far away land. She offered the people of Mantarys a choice, to burn before her or be her slaves. My father, Taenar, out of loyalty to his people chose to bend his knee and accept the chains of slavery."" she continued, her smile turning to a frown as she remembered the day that her father had been forced into servitude.<br/><br/>""Under Daenerys rule we suffered, our businesses failed as trade dried up. The freed slaves lived homeless on the streets, begging our Lord father to return them to slavery. Such wanton death and despair did Daenerys deal to the people of Valyria. Did she forget that they shared her blood? I doubt the Targaryens care, they abandoned Valyria before the doom and mixed with the Westerosi"" continued Maelesa. By now she was actually quite angry, though she kept herself composed.<br/><br/>""My husband, Lord Talaemor, has done much to restore order to his lands. His loyalty to his people has earnt him much deserved respect. Yet you accuse him of shirking his duties? The only duties I see of being worthy are those to his people, of that he has not shirked them at all. I see nothing that he has done wrong. His war against the Tolosi was legal, they raided his lands and attacked his people. He therefore sought retaliation and fought the war in a legal way, according to the customs of old Valyria. But you wouldn't know of that would you? This Empire is based more on Westerosi and Ghiscari customs, yet you presume to tell the people of Northern Valyria how they should live and act"" continued Maelesa. By this point she had folded her arms and regained her smile.<br/><br/>""You say that you are giving us a choice, when there is no choice at all. Pray for us all you like Vizier, your Gods are not ours. Any army you send through the Demon Road would be destroyed. The Black Cliffs offer little sanctuary to invaders to our fair Valyria. Do not taunt us with your dragons either, need I remind you that Mantarys is an old Valyrian city? I am sure that you are aware that a Scorpion bolt can do much damage to dragons, and we have many Scorpions in Mantarys"" continued Maelesa.<br/><br/>""Now, I offer you an this Empire a true choice. Have your Emperor attend the wedding in Mantarys. At this wedding he shall relinquish control over Northern Valyria; this includes Mantarys, Tolos and Elyria. For this he shall receive our eternal friendship and an alliance. Slavery will resume in Northern Valyria, though I assure you that the slaves will have laws protecting them. We shall return to the old ways of Valyria and our people will rejoice. Or we could go with the second choice, I am unsure of what this choice truly entails but I am sure that it is not one that you or the Emperor will wish to choose"" finished Maelesa. Her speech had been long and quite emotional. She leant back in her chair and waited for the Vizier to respond.<br/><hr/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">The Nights Watch</span> <br/>Castle Black<br/>Triston Gaunt, Lord Commander of the Nights Watch</span></div><hr/><br/><br/>Triston turned to his First Ranger, a good man whom he placed quite a bit of trust in. ""Satin, I need you to make sure that our brothers keep themselves orderly while our guests are here. Some of them seem to forget that we forgo our lives before the Watch and wish to exact petty revenge. Oh, and tonight we shall have a great feast to honour our guests"" said Triston, patting Satin on the shoulder as he turned to leave for the Great Hall.<br/><br/>He could see his brothers who were not on duty making their way towards the Great Hall. Training for the recruits would not stop, they had nto earned the right to sit in the Great Hall as brothers yet. Triston made his way into the Great Hall, taking his place up at the head of the table. To his right would sit the First Ranger and the next seat was for the Maester, to his left the First Steward and the next seat was for the First Builder. The other seats would be opened for the Captains of the Hosts.<br/><br/>The rest of the hall was made up of long tables and stools, these were faced vertically rather than horizontally. There were a few empty tables which the guests had been seated at. The other tables were manned exclusively by brothers of the watch. Ale was being served around each table, the brothers particularly enjoyed the ale brought to them by the Boltons.<br/><br/>A brother made his way through the Great Hall and delivered his message to Triston. Triston said ""Send them to the Great Hall, there is a seat for their leader and an empty table for their followers. Send any other parties who arrive the same way as well"". The brother ran off to return his message to the Steele's. Triston hoped that soon everyone would arrive, the feast was due to begin and he had to make a speech to thank his guests for arriving and aiding the Watch in these troubled times."
14670,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=275,2015-01-02T15:52:00,Toronina,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Horas Redwyne, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>It had been many years since Horas Redwyne had been in King's Landing. He still remembered the day when the forces of House Tyrell sacked the city, close to 30 years ago. Alongside him rode his sons: Hobber, Mace, Runceford, Luthor and Ryam. Hobber was his son and heir, 30 years of age. Mace was second oldest, having counted 27 name days. Runceford was in the middle, having counted 25 Namedays. Luthor was tied for youngest, being twins with Ryam. Both were 20. Hobber and Mace were anointed knight, while the others would be if they did well in the tourney. As they rode into the city, guards following them closely. All of his sons were planning to take part in the tourney, wanting to prove themselves. Alongside them rode the Captain of their guard and Master at Arms of the Arbot, Ser Hobber Redwyne, twin to Lord Horas.<br/><br/>Once everyone was inside the Red Keep, Horas and his sons went to the quarters, intending to rest a bit before greeting some of the other houses. Horas pulled out a wineskin, and drank some of the wine his house was famous for. Soon after, he sent his son Hobber off to tel the King and Lord Tyrell of their arrival."
14671,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=275,2015-01-02T16:33:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Riliane Wendwater</span><br/><br/>After the whole mess at the Mud gate was sorted out Riliane had been allowed entry to the Red Keep and had been settled into a nice and cozy room. For a palace the Red Keep seemed awfully bleak though. Her idea of a palace was bright and sunny with music and laughter in the air, but the Red Keep was cold and silent; something always seemed to be just a little bit off.<br/><br/>Riliane woke early and spent her morning meticulously improving her hair and overall appearance before eating a light breakfast of fruit and bread. Riliane wasn't sure what she felt about the upcoming day. She disliked the idea of marriage but felt so excited and nervous to meet all of the lords she had only ever heard about.<br/><br/>Eventually Riliane headed out for the tourney ground. At least the ground was outside of the city. She had quickly learned that that smell wasn't just the Mud gate but in fact all of the city was like that. At the tourney grounds Riliane looked around, taking in the sights of the place. She was being trailed by her maestar. Riliane even spotted Loras Tyrell and the king himself. Her heart leapt and Loras looked even more beautiful than the stories! But he was Loras Tyrell and the king was Aerion Targaryen, they weren't going to act favorably to being interrupted by<span style=""font-style: italic"">Riliane Wendwater</span>. Riliane forced herself to turn away from Loras."
14672,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=275,2015-01-02T16:42:00,Atletius,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Rydon Steele, The Wall</span><br/><br/>Lord Rydon received Tristons message from a Watch brother promptly, as he was quietly talking to his brother.<br/><br/>""Come Fabian, we'll go to the Great Hall now. I don't know about you, but I could do with an ale and some time by a warm hearth.""<br/><br/>The two entered the Great Hall. Rydon smiling in surprise at the scene before him, brothers of the Watch laughing, joking merrily. And men in Bolton arms, similarly joyous.<br/>Rydon saw, who he presumed to be The Lord Commander, seated at the head of the table, befitting his status.<br/><br/>Taking an ale offered to him by a ranger, Rydon walked towards the main table, running a hand through his beard as he did.<br/><br/>""Lord Commander Gaunt, I presume."" Rydon bowed slightly.<br/>""I am Rydon Steele, Lord of Windholm. I received your request for aid, and have come with a company of men.""<br/>He looked around, laughing at the scene, ""Last time I was here, things were noticeably more dour. King Stannis' rule I believe, I came with my father. And please, allow me to introduce my younger brother Fabian.""<br/><br/>Fabian also bowed slightly, ""It's an honour.""<br/><br/>""Well, Lord Commander,"" Rydon sat, ""I hope you don't mind me sitting so soon, I've had a long ride from Windholm, and I'm eager for news. Please tell all. Fabian, get me another drink."""
14673,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=275,2015-01-02T16:44:00,Novae Vitae,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">First Ranger Satin<br/>Castle Black, the Wall</span><br/><br/>""As you say, Lord Commander,"" Satin agreed. He disappeared with a bow to the men, moving around Castle Black with ease. Its crannies and spaces were home to short-cuts and passageways that cut down on moving time considerably. Satin was a ghost of the castle.<br/><br/>He spoke first with the new recruits, whom had the strongest need to denounce their pasts. Then he moved to the older rangers and then the stewards, whom, though technically not his men, listened to him just as well. Satin knew how they were wont to gossip, and he needed to stop that as well.<br/><br/>Last he moved to the builders, whom were often an honest folk, but sometimes proud and often strong in their opinions. Satin did not make light talk with them; he stated clearly that these were the Lord Commander's words, and he would suffer no intolerance to them.<br/><br/>When Satin finished at last, he made his way to the hall, knowing it would not be long before the dining began."
14674,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=275,2015-01-02T16:51:00,Arana,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Tourney Grounds, King's Landing, Crownlands<br/>Aerion I Targaryen, King of the Andals, the Rhoynar, and the First Men, Lord of the Seven Kingdoms<br/></span><br/><br/>Aerion smiled as Lord Tyrell approached.<br/><br/>""Of course, Lord Tyrell. I assume by your armor that you are as well?""<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Haunted Forest, Beyond the Wall<br/>Raven Snow</span><br/><br/>Raven's tone became more serious as he scratched under Shadow's chin.<br/><br/>""I was not aware. However, there must be some way to pay them back for what they have done, and punish them for their wrongdoings. Perhaps something out of legend... the Horn of Winter is supposed to be capable of bringing down the Wall, although it was never found... but if it could be found, it would do the trick. Or maybe...""<br/><br/>Grinning slightly, Raven began whispering in Oran's ear, his eyes seeming to glow slightly through the snow."
14675,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=275,2015-01-02T17:06:00,Novae Vitae,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Paramount Loras Tyrell<br/>The Tourney Grounds, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>""Indeed, I am, Your Grace,"" Loras replied, making a note to scold his servants for their casual display of his armor while moving it to his room. ""But is that wise, Your Grace?""<br/><br/>Loras did not allow Aerion to reply. ""You must understand, Your Grace, that you must distinguish yourself as king. How do you look if you are seen scrapping in the mud with men barely more than landed knights? If you were to win, that would make your vassals detest some perceived arrogance at your ability to best them; and if you to lose, your vassals will see your first action as king as a boy losing at a game. How will they feel if you must one day lead them into war?""<br/><br/>Loras looked to the Kingsguard present for support, hoping that they could coax Aerion out if it quickly. A public argument would not be good for the king."
14676,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=275,2015-01-02T17:07:00,Phalnia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ser Tomos Dayne<br/>King's Landing</span><br/><br/>Ser Tomos walked down the tourney grounds, counting paces and acquainting himself with the field. It was still fairly early in the day, but the grounds were bustling. Knights fro across the realm had arrived in droves. The Dayne knight saw banners from every region of Westeros. The largest chunk were from the Reach, the so-called home of chivalry. And Ser Tomos could only spot a few banners fro Northern houses, and he saw none from the Iron Islands.<br/><br/>Feeling sufficiently satisfied with his inspection of the field, Tomos returned to the large pavilion tent that he and the other knights from house Dayne were using. Outside twin banners flapped softly in the breeze. They proudly displayed the Dayne sigil, a falling star and a sword on a lavender background. The tent itself was fairly large and made of purple and white cotton.<br/><br/>Tomos threw open a flap and stepped in. The single room of the tent was occupied by four men, all anointed knights of the Seven, and their squires. They were in various stages of readiness, one unarmored, two half-armored and one fully dressed. All turned when Tomos entered. They offered courteous greeting which he returned. A young Rhoynish boy stood when Tomos entered, he eagerly approached with underclothes which Tomos changed into. As soon as he had finished the boy produced a suit of chainmail which Tomos donned in similar speed. Finally, the boy helped him into the plate armor he would wear during the tourney.<br/><br/>The armor was of fine quality, forged in honor of his appointment to Sword of the Morning three years earlier. On the breast the armor bore the star and sword, of house Dayne. After polishing out any smudges in the armor, the squire strapped the greatsword Dawn to Tomos' back. Tomos disliked wearing a sheath on his back, but the sword was much too large to wear about his waist. Fortunately, the knight carried a second blade, a longsword, which he kept on his waist.<br/><br/>Satisfied with the work Tomos directed the boy to fetch his horse while he waited in the tent. By now the other knights had dressed and left the tent along with their squires, leaving Tomos alone. He paced across the dirt floor, hands clasped tightly. No matter how many tourneys he had won, Tomos never got used to the jitters before the games. He knelt his head and silently prayed.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Warrior grant me victory. Smith give me strength.</span>He repeated the prayer several ties before the boy returned.<br/><br/>The knight stepped out of the tent. The crowd had greatly increased, as had the number of competitors. Ser Tomos looked away from the crowd and mounted his horse. The animal was a beautiful white destrier, with an easy temperament. Seated atop his horse, his squire handed him the final piece of armor his helm. While some knight choose helms resembling animals or representing their house, Tomos wore a simple flat-topped greathelm. He placed the helmet on his head and spurred his horse towards his companions.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Edric Dayne<br/>King's Landing</span><br/><br/>Edric was awakened by the sunlight streaming through his window. The family had been admitted into a guest apartment in the Red Keep late yesterday afternoon. It was a fine room and quite accommodating. He stretched as stood out of his bed. Next to him his wife stirred. He let her sleep as he dressed himself. He donned his undergarments and white breeches. He reached for his doublet only to find a hand.<br/><br/>Edric turned to find his wife inches fro his face. They kissed as she helped him into his doublet. She smoothed out his jacket and plucked a loose thread. The jacket itself was finely sewn and light lavender in color. Over his heart was sewn the crest of house Dayne. Fully dressed Edric and his wife exchanged sweet nothings as he slowly made his way to the door.<br/><br/>Outside their room Lord Dayne found his wife's handmaiden who politely bowed and entered, to help Lady Dayne into her clothes. Edric made a quick check on his son's room, but found it empty as he had expected. The next room he passed was that of his two daughter, Ashara and Rache. Outside both of their handmaidens sat patiently on a bench. They rose when they saw the Lord approach.<br/><br/>""Are my daughters still in their beds?""<br/><br/>""Yes, my lord."" They replied in unison.<br/><br/>""Well that won't do at all. Follow me."" He turned towards the door with the two girls on his heels. He knocked twice on the door before throwing it open. The two sleeping figures hadn't even budged. He loudly cleared his throat. Still nothing. Growing impatient he clapped his hands together loudly and spoke.<br/><br/>""The dawn has risen! The Sword of the Morning has taken to the field! And his family will be there in support!""<br/><br/>His daughters groaned in protest as they sat up. Edric motioned his hands forward and turned to leave as the ladies in waiting moved towards their charges.<br/><br/>""Your mother and I will await you in the courtyard. Don't wander about.""<br/><br/>He walked through the large halls of the keep and descended several flights of stairs before reaching the courtyard. He found Ser Baryn and the household guard, not already at the tournament, present. Ser Baryn nodded as his lord approached.<br/><br/>""Good morning, m'lord.""<br/><br/>""Hello, Ser Baryn. How did you and the men sleep?""<br/><br/>""Very well, y Lord.""<br/><br/>Edric nodded. Before continuing, he caught sight of his wife and daughters entering the courtyard. His wife was still a beauty despite her age and carried herself with a dignified grace. Behind, her walked their oldest daughter Ashara, nearing her twentieth nameday. She was named in honor of Edric's late aunt, who's beauty was the envy of many a lady in her day. He thought his daughter lived up to the reputation, with her slender build, delicate features and haunting purple eyes. Behind her was Rache, a girl of only twelve years. She was neither beautiful of hideous, though Edric was confident she would be a beauty in her own time.<br/><br/>The party made its way from the Red Keep to the tourney grounds. They found a bustling crowd of nobles, knights, and smallfolk onlookers. Ser Baryn led the Dayne guard to their positions to help keep the peace among the crowd. His daughters exchanged quick whispers and giggles as they scanned the fine knights and noble en in attendance. Among the throng of people the four Daynes spotted the likes of the Tyrells, the Redwynes, the Baratheon-Swanns, and the King himself.<br/><br/>Ashara grabbed her father's arm once she saw the king in full armor. ""He's going to fight?"" She whispered, clearly concerned.<br/><br/>""It would appear so, my dear."" He patted her hand in comforting fashion.<br/><br/>""What if he gets hurt?""<br/><br/>""That's the risk a man takes at tourney. I'm sure his grace knows the risks."" His words seemed to cofort her as she went back to gossiping with her sister. Aong the last recognizable nobles they spotted was Lady Riliane of the Wendwater. She was accompanied by her maester, and seemed somewhat flustered. Lord Dayne approached her family in tow.<br/><br/>""Lady Riliane, how good to see you again. This is my wife Elizba, and my daughters Ashara and Rache. I don't believe you met yesterday, during that ordeal at the gate. Elizba, Ashara, Rache, this is Lady Riliane of Wendwater and her maester, who's name escapes me.""<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Alysane and Jame Mormont<br/>Kingsroad</span><br/><br/>The Lady of Bear Island shifted herself in the saddle as her horse continued down the path. On her right was her son Jame and behind him rode a dozen northern cavalrymen. They were the personal guard for the Mormont's journey south. They had left their island home a week ago and had sailed from the Bear's Dock to the Fever River where they had disembarked and continued on foot. Their destination was King's Landing where they would attend the royal wedding, and the tourney.<br/><br/>Their journey had been long, but the party had just passed Stokeworth and the capital was finally in view. The closer they came the more the gate they approached became clear. It was the Dragon's Gate. It was large and imposing with numerous dragons carved around it.<br/><br/>Entering the city, the party took in the sights around them. On the hill above them sat the remains of the Dragonpit. They continued moving down the crowded mess of streets that crisscrossed the city. Passing through the slums they eventually reached the gates of the Red Keep, where the party was led to their chambers for the night.<br/><br/>The next morning the party assembled at the tournament grounds. As northerners they did not often compete in these knightly events. However, an event of this magnitude required their attendance.<br/><br/>Alysane, had continued to wear her armor and carry great ax, despite the strange glances she drew from the southrons. Accompanying her was her son Jame who awaited the announcement of the archery contest, for he prized himself on being the finest archer on Bear Island. The pair stood about, conversing among themselves.<br/><br/>They stopped when they saw Ser Bari Postel ride by. Ser Bari was the only knight on Bear Island, having remained on the island after leaving the service of a merchant to swear for Mormont. The northern knight positioned himself in preparation for the beginning of the joust.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Jenne Mormont<br/>Mormont Keep, Bear Island</span><br/><br/>Jenne sighed as she leaned on the railing and looked down from the tower of Mormont Keep. She was staring at the Bear's Dock, the new port that her mother had built to handle the influx of ships that came trading. She enjoyed her life on the island, though she would have liked to see the lands to the south again. Since Stannis' crowning she had remained here on Bear Island with so little to do.<br/><br/>She struggled to right herself as lifted herself from the railing, revealing her large stomach. She placed one hand on top of it, as she descended the tower stairs. Jenne stepped out into the courtyard while dancing a finger on her stomach. The several guards in the courtyard stepped out of her way and greeted her, which she returned only slightly paying attention to them. She finally reached the large double doors of the great hall. Trying and failing to open the doors she stood by while the two door guards opened the way for her.<br/><br/>The hall had seen much improvement since the discovery of silver on the island. The long mud packed logs had been replaced with dark stone walls, keeping the hall much warmer and much more safe. After the arduous trek up the three steps leading to the lord's seat Jenne plopped down. She silently cursed her husband for leaving her in such a state while he toured the islands mines, insuring their condition.<br/><br/>From her left a slight clink and the clearing of a throat drew her attention. It was maester Ardin.<br/><br/>""Dammint, Ardin. Are you trying to scare this babe out of me?""<br/><br/>""Forgiveness, my lady. I only meant to bring you news."" He withdrew a letter from the folds of his robe. ""And i wouldn't worry about the child. You still have three months at the least.""<br/><br/>""I'm sure, maester."" She replied taking the note. She read over the thing. ""So the Night's Watch needs men and supplies, eh?""<br/><br/>""It would appear so, lady Jenne.""<br/><br/>""Very well. My lady mother left me in command of the island and its forces. I think it would be appropriate to answer this call."" She shifted in her chair, finding it hard to locate a comfortable position. ""Ardin, bring a quill and paper.""<br/><br/>""Of course.""<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To Triston Gaunt, Lord Commander of the Nights Watch and Commander of Castle Black,<br/><br/>House Mormont has always been a friend of the Night's Watch. Since the raising of the Wall, we have supplied men and supplies. And we remember the service of my great-uncle Jeor, former Lord-Commander. You shall have men and supplies. They shall make landfall south of Westwatch-by-the-Bridge and march from there to Castle Black. Expect their arrival within the fortnight. <br/><br/>-Lady Jenne Mormont, Castellan of Mormont Keep and Protector of Bear Island</blockquote>"
14677,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=275,2015-01-02T17:28:00,New Granadeseret,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Steffon Baratheon-Swann, Tourney Fields</span><br/><br/>Steffon heard a small, gurgling sound; pulling his eyes up from his book as his stomach loudly protested his choice to ignore breakfast. Come to think of it, he had been mostly eating sailors rations the last few days... and his meeting with Loras and the King had completely disrupted his dinner plans. Despite wanting to hold out longer, the hollow feeling in his stomach drove him to stand up, decided he'd get at least something to eat before he'd have to wait for a relay of who knows how many servents to get his order in through the chaos. He walked down from the stands; Loras standing out above the crowd in his brightly-colored headdress, the religious connotation flying right over his head as he made his way towards the drink tent, keeping the tome tucked under his arm. He noticed a few scattered figures; landed nights, minor lords and ladies he coulden't put names to, and a mottly collection of palace servants and visiting escorts. He mulled over Loras's promise last night... wondering how well he would preform against much more seasoned and conventionally-trained knights, wondering if Lassa would awaken in time for her covered chair to be carried all the way down here.<br/><br/>He eventually found his way close to the serving tents; close to the entrance so all the nessicery equiptment and supplies could be shipped in from town with minimal fuss, of course, as the collection of arriving warriors was starting to pile up... suddenly wishing he wasn't the only grown man out of armor around. Still, it was hard not to recognize the sigal of Dayne; even without their rank, it was the sigil of one of R'hllor's most famous warriors, who died and rose again many times during The War of Five Kings... and while he didn't know all about their current lords, knowing that he didn't find them quite as intimidating. They seemed to be talking to some lady, from some minor house or another he couldn't recognize solely by the colors. Clearly, she wasn't one of his own vassals... but who? He pondered picking up some wine to bring over to them but... as he played the image over in his head, it just looked... suspicious to show up out of nowhere with wine of no distinguishable origin.<br/><br/>Not that it ended up mattering anyways: when he arrived at the tent, he found the flaps closed, a cacophony of noises coming from within by no peaking inside, a pair of guards standing before each entrance. Before Steffon could even speak, the guard in front of him stated bluntly. ""The tents aren't open you, m'lord. The servents will start delivering in about an hours time.<br/><br/>Not wanting to make a scene, Steffon didn't protest, instead walking away from the tent and towards the Daynes... realizing that to be seen sitting alone in the stands while everybody else was socializing would look rather sad and pathetic. He cleared his throat from some distance away before walking up, giving a shallow bow to the mounted nights. ""A lovely day, isen't it, Lord Dayne?"" he said, slowly working his way to a conversational distance.""<br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Oran, The Haunted Forest</span><br/><br/>Oran raised an eyebrow, watching as the boy was so... comfortable with that beast. It was almost indeering in a way; something one rarely saw in a beast that looked like it belonged out in the wilderness. The boy certainly had way with animals... the sled dogs didn't even seem to react to his foreign scent. This only further dug him into his current theory; that he was a Skinchanger, probably kicked out of his tribe after his little friend there started eating them. He'd have to be careful around that child...<br/><br/>But he had to admit, that was a decent idea. ""The Horn of Winter, eh?"" he mumbled under his breath, the nucleus of an idea forming. ""It somebody dug it up, there's no better time to use it that now. The longer we wait, the more the kneelers toss them crows their corn and let the vermin spread. Granted, it's been lost for ages, but... you seem to have a good grasp on strategy."" He complimented sincerely... he was really starting to like this kid."
14678,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=275,2015-01-02T17:41:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Riliane Wendwater</span><br/><br/>""Huh?"" Riliane turned to see the Daynes. Lord Edric Dayne began to introduce her to his family. (notably lord Tomos was absent, most likely because he was going to be taking place in the tournament) The Daynes must have really good genetics Riliane thought upon seeing his daughter Ashara, lord Tomos was also quite attractive now that she thought about it.<br/><br/>Riliane smiled brightly and curtsied, internally wondering how she could get Ashara as far away from Loras Tyrell as humanely possible so she wouldn't steal any attention. ""It's an honour to meet your family lord Edric. I'd also like to thank you and your son ser Tomos for your display of kindness towards me last night.""<br/><br/>She heard a man calling off in the distance and turned her head to see who it was. She then saw a most peculiar man of dark black hair who was coming over to talk to the Daynes. Riliane began brainstorming ideas, wondering who the man was; she was sure that she had heard of him. There was something recognizable even though she didn't know what.<br/><br/>Maestar Oswell placed a hand on her shoulder and pulled her closer to him, whispering in her ear ""That's lord Steffon Baratheon-Swann."" Riliane smiled and thanked him, stepping forwards; away from the Daynes and closer to the Baratheon. She curtsied deeply.<br/><br/>""It's an honour to meet you lord Baratheon."" said Riliane, hoping that she didn't look too stupid. ""I am lady Riliane Wendwater."" She didn't expect him to be particularly well versed in the history and mythos of house Wendwater."
14679,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=275,2015-01-02T18:07:00,Phalnia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Edric Dayne<br/>Tournament Grounds</span><br/><br/>""The pleasure is ours lady Riliane."" Replied Lady Dayne as she and her daughters returned the curtsy. ""My husband and son can be quite kind when they put their minds to it. And I'm sure it made their kindness all the easier, knowing it was for a woman as beautiful as you."" She shot her husband a sideways glance as a wicked smile grew.<br/><br/>Lord Edric coughed nervously. ""Oh, you do us to much credit Lady Riliane. Good conversation is always welcome and never a labor."" He smiled back at his wife.<br/><br/>Their conversation was interrupted by a loud greeting. He turned to see a black haired man approach. He recognized him as a Baratheon, but recalled they had been joined to house Swann since the War of the Five Kings. He returned the greeting and bow.<br/><br/>""A pleasure Lord Steffon."" However, before he could continue Lady Riliane had intercepted the man. Edric turned to his wife and whispered. ""The good lady Wendwater is in search of a suitable husband.""<br/><br/>""I see. And was the good lady dissatisfied with our Tomos yesterday?"" Asked the woman slight scorn in her voice.<br/><br/>""Shush woman. I believe she wants something a little closer to home. And a name like Baratheon can carry great weight."" He turned back towards Steffon. ""I'm sorry Lord Steffon Lady Riliane, we must take our leave. I hope we shall speak again soon.""<br/><br/>He ushered his gaggle of women back into the crowd to mingle. As he did so Ashara turned her head and smiled at the Baratheon who she found mysteriously charming."
14680,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=275,2015-01-02T18:19:00,New Granadeseret,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Riliane Wendwater""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">""Huh?"" Riliane turned to see the Daynes. Lord Edric Dayne began to introduce her to his family. (notably lord Tomos was absent, most likely because he was going to be taking place in the tournament) The Daynes must have really good genetics Riliane thought upon seeing his daughter Ashara, lord Tomos was also quite attractive now that she thought about it.<br/><br/>Riliane smiled brightly and curtsied, internally wondering how she could get Ashara as far away from Loras Tyrell as humanely possible so she wouldn't steal any attention. ""It's an honour to meet your family lord Edric. I'd also like to thank you and your son ser Tomos for your display of kindness towards me last night.""<br/><br/>She heard a man calling off in the distance and turned her head to see who it was. She then saw a most peculiar man of dark black hair who was coming over to talk to the Daynes. Riliane began brainstorming ideas, wondering who the man was; she was sure that she had heard of him. There was something recognizable even though she didn't know what.<br/><br/>Maestar Oswell placed a hand on her shoulder and pulled her closer to him, whispering in her ear ""That's lord Steffon Baratheon-Swann."" Riliane smiled and thanked him, stepping forwards; away from the Daynes and closer to the Baratheon. She curtsied deeply.<br/><br/>""It's an honour to meet you lord Baratheon."" said Riliane, hoping that she didn't look too stupid. ""I am lady Riliane Wendwater."" She didn't expect him to be particularly well versed in the history and mythos of house Wendwater.</div></div></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Steffon Baratheon-Swann</span><br/><br/>The mention of the Wendwater name ended up being enough to refresh his memory. Not that a House of their standing was particularly memorable, but the river that was their namesake; part of the tales of the Kingswood Brotherhood many young Stormlands boys were raised on and waterway of the largest forest south of the Neck, certainly was. The name might have also come up in passing gossip among his Stormlords... something about a succession issue and an available daughter? He haden't paid much attention to that, but gave her a warm, genuine smile none the less. Whatever they had mentioned, she certainly was a young, and a great beauty at that... but under gaze of her Maester anything more courtly or forward was carefully avoided.<br/><br/>""The honor is all mine."" He said, leaving the Daynes to sort out proper greetings with the Maester and talk amongst themseleve. ""It's not every day I have the privilege of meeting the lady my vassals have spoken so much of."" He did pick up on the slight awkwardness of her movements, but chocked it up to youth and nerviousness... its not every day a lady barely flowered had take stand as the face of an ancient house. ""And I must say, the rumors didn't do you justice.""<br/><br/>He took the moment before her response to answer back to the Daynes. ""Of course, good Lord. Best of luck on the fields."" He raised up a hand in a mock toast as a farewell. He did notice a passing look from one of the lady's eyes... but considered it rude to make more than the same hopeful gesture to each of them, since he was already speaking with another... and found himself eager to continue."
14681,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=275,2015-01-02T18:37:00,Arana,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Tourney Grounds, King's Landing, Crownlands<br/>Aerion I Targaryen, King of the Andals, the Rhoynar, and the First Men, Lord of the Seven Kingdoms</span><br/><br/>Aerion frowned, trying not to show his irritation. He had finally gotten Aemon and Brienne to stop trying to change his mind, and now Loras was trying as well.<br/><br/>""I am aware, Lord Tyrell. But then, what is a king who cannot fight? If I recall, my grandfather fought at several tourneys, and he would have been king if not for King Robert. And he would have fought as king as well, if he wasn't too fat for his armor, as the stories say. Besides, I have been training my whole life, while I was too young to rule. And in the event that I win, I'll simply give the prize to whoever comes in second, and acknowledge their greatness. If I lose, I will do the same, and lose graciously.""<br/><br/>Sighing, Aerion looked around at the gathering crowd.<br/><br/>""Besides, I need this to get out all the stress and anger I've built up. Better this than me doing something foolish and embarrassing myself.""<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Haunted Forest, Beyond the Wall<br/>Raven Snow</span><br/><br/>""Suppose some of your men were to go north and find the Horn... it would be far from easy, but my old tribe thought they might have located it, before the Crows killed them all. With that knowledge, it should be possible to locate it.""<br/><br/>Grinning, Raven leaned into Oran and whispered into his ear, the words too faint for anyone other than the two of them to make out, save for Shadow and Bryn. The two animals watched Raven and Oran carefully, both of the blue eyes of the wolf and the crow matching those of the boy they traveled with.<br/><br/>""In the meantime, you could try to grow your clan, strengthening it, bringing smaller clans into its fold with words or force. At the same time, I could head south, and do what I need to do there. When the time comes, you can meet me with the Horn, and what must be done will be.""<br/><br/>Drawing his sword and looking at it, he smiled knowingly, running his hand across the smooth end of the blade.<br/><br/>""Does that sound like a plan?"""
14682,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=275,2015-01-02T19:01:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Riliane Wendwater</span><br/><br/>Riliane hadn't realized quite how much she was blushing until she stood upright again. The great lords, the Baratheons, Starks, Greyjoys, Lannisters etc. had seemed a world away. Their houses were steeped in legend, they resided in massive fortresses and they were all rich and powerful. Completely different from the small little castle in the forest where house Wendwater had sat doing nothing for generation upon generation. Yet here was a Baratheon, a great lord who was smiling at her and complimenting her appearance (though he may have been saying that his vassals all thought that she was ugly).<br/><br/>""I believe I left something in my chambers Oswell if you co-"" Riliane began, Oswell quickly picked up on the hint that Riliane wished to be alone with the Baratheon. He nodded courteously and left. ""Thank you for your kind words my lord."" said Riliane with a smile, still blushing quite heavily. ""I'm surprised you're showing me such kindness, it's hardly as if you need the mighty house of Wendwater as an ally. And I see you're not in armour my lord, are you not going to me competing in the tourney?"" Riliane asked, but regretted it quickly. It could easily have been seen as a sly insult which isn't how she meant it."
14683,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=275,2015-01-02T19:02:00,Novae Vitae,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Paramount Loras Tyrell<br/>The Tourney Grounds, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>Those around were not focusing directly on the four of them, but Loras doubted it would be long before they did.<br/><br/>""Indeed, Rhaegar Targaryen fought in tourneys. I thought you knew what happened then, that led to the Tower of Joy and the disposition of your great-grandfather."" Loras stepped closer, whispering now. ""Do not be foolish, Your Grace. If you wish to show strength, watch with your dragon beside you. Not even your greatest knights could slay a dragon! If you win, you're words will not quell the rage of the man you best. Men that would otherwise win have been training for far too long to allow themselves to be<span style=""font-style: italic"">handed</span>victory.""<br/><br/>Loras paused. ""It is not as simple as you think it is. There is no way for you to win in this way, Your Grace. It is the curse of being king. That curse has it's benefits, however, like hunts--or whores--which are much better at relieving stress than angering your vassals.""<br/><br/>Loras stepped back. ""My dame of Tarth,"" Loras said, ""surely you can help me. How would it have felt had you been bested by Lord Renly?"""
14684,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=275,2015-01-02T19:26:00,New Granadeseret,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Steffon Baratheon-Swann</span><br/><br/>There was just something about this innocent young lady: the heavy blush to her cheeks, the way she seemed almost slightly bunched up, the wide, almost admiring look in her eyes. She was clearly as nervous about appearing out of place as he had been... and the feeling of not being alone was enough to allow Steffon to relax every so slightly, the fact nobody was watching now that her Maester had gone off and the complete isolation of her House allowing him to behave a little more naturally. ""I don't know what ideas your advisors have been planting in your head, my lady, but not everything a lord says has to do with politics. The truth of something is reason enough to say it."" He held out a hand, palm up... now that the Maester was gone feeling allowed to extend the proper greeting for a noblewoman.<br/><br/>His firmly held out arm slacked a little at the mention of the tourney... taking in a deep breath as he prepared to explain himself. ""I'm afraid not, Lady Wendwater."" He answered, doing his best to not make it sound apologetic. ""My advisors simply won't allow me to put myself in that sort of danger. I spent my youth sharpening my mind rather than a sword, you see, and I don't have any younger brothers to take my place if anything unfortunate should happen."" He shock his head ever so slightly. ""But, such is my lot in life, no?"" He took her hand, lifting it up gently and planting a soft kiss on the back of it.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Oran, Haunted Forest </span><br/><br/>Oran listened to those whispers... the words faint and hard to understand. He spoke of... the magical places of the far north, or some kind of force which might locate the horn for him. It was almost madness, and yet... the boy was a Warg, and had the sword of one of those Thing's hellspawn... perhaps his tribe really had had some of the knowledge of that mythical artifact. His eyes brightened at that revelation, bright as though full moon shown behind them, licking his lips.<br/><br/>""I suppose we'll be picking up a few drifters... it woulden't be too hard to send a couple of men North, if you're so certain."" He agreed, rubbing his hands against his legs. ""I'll send out our finest scouts, if you can just give us the general directions. As for myself."" He felt so... strong, standing up atop the slead as he howled to the night, almost like an old wolf himself. ""Our enemies best beware; Oransclan is coming south to pillage!"" He cried, drawing cheers from the rest of the clan."
14685,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=275,2015-01-02T20:02:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Riliane Wendwater</span><br/><br/>""I suppose that's true enough my lord, thank you for your kindness."" Riliane told lord Baratheon with a smile. ""And it might be annoying but your advisers are right, it'd be a shame if your house ended up like mine. Besides at least now I have someone to talk to during the tournament, and I prefer talking to you how you are now than if you were all muddy and hurt.""<br/><br/>Riliane blushed even deeper when he kissed her hand, wondering if she was going to die from a lack of blood in the other parts of her body. She felt embarrassed for being so nervous and blushing so much but the Baratheon was kind and it didn't seem to phase him so much. She couldn't really focus on talking to Steffon though when just behind her it seemed like the king and Loras Tyrell were arguing. Riliane cast a few glances back at them and then looked back at Steffon. ""Do you think they're okay?"" she asked hoping that he knew more about the king than her."
14686,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=275,2015-01-02T20:25:00,New Granadeseret,"<blockquote><div><cite>Woodstovia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=23004566#p23004566"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Riliane Wendwater</span><br/><br/>""I suppose that's true enough my lord, thank you for your kindness."" Riliane told lord Baratheon with a smile. ""And it might be annoying but your advisers are right, it'd be a shame if your house ended up like mine. Besides at least now I have someone to talk to during the tournament, and I prefer talking to you how you are now than if you were all muddy and hurt.""<br/><br/>Riliane blushed even deeper when he kissed her hand, wondering if she was going to die from a lack of blood in the other parts of her body. She felt embarrassed for being so nervous and blushing so much but the Baratheon was kind and it didn't seem to phase him so much. She couldn't really focus on talking to Steffon though when just behind her it seemed like the king and Loras Tyrell were arguing. Riliane cast a few glances back at them and then looked back at Steffon. ""Do you think they're okay?"" she asked hoping that he knew more about the king than her.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>It was only after Riliane mentioned her house's state that it finally clicked in Steffons mind; she shouldn't be the Lady Wendwater if she had any brothers to take on her father's name, which meant... ""Of course, of course... it's not that I don't understand. Trust me."" He thought back to what father had constantly said... about the legal headache involving mother, the deals they'd had to strike with that bastard Jon to insure House Baratheon would survive. ""My family found itself in a similar situation a generation ago... we were only so fortunate Grandfather Stannis's position insured the survival of our name. I, unfortunately, have no such luxury. But I can't say I'm unhappy; I've learned many secrets in the Guildhall those knight's out there can only dream of.""<br/><br/>He glanced over Riliane's shoulder, spotting the scuffle currently going on between Loras and the King... and, it looked as though Aerion was acting a little kingly, standing to Lord Tyrell... which anybody knew was gravely dangerious with the current political conditions. ""I have no doubt they are, my lady. Loras is just concerned for Aerion's safety, I assume. See there?"" I pointed behind them, to the grand black and red tented erected just off the fields. ""The King has set up a pavilion, so he must be intent on competing. But as I've mentioned before... its dangerious. I'm sure Loras is just concerned for our young king's safety... he is merely a boy of six and ten. Most boys that age want to fight... or so I've been told."" He finally let go of her hand, realizing he'd been holding it this whole time. ""Anyways... it would be my pleasure to have you sit near by at the tourney. As a fellow direct vassal of His Grace, I'm sure you woulden't be taking anybody's seat."""
14687,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=275,2015-01-02T21:35:00,Arana,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Tourney Grounds, King's Landing, Crownlands<br/>Aerion I Targaryen, King of the Andals, the Rhoynar, and the First Men, Lord of the Seven Kingdoms</span><br/><br/>Any happiness that Aerion felt upon first seeing Loras had faded, and his face showed it. Aemon and Brienne stood silent behind him, not sure whether it would be wise to say anything. As soon as Loras finished speaking, Aerion whispered back, his tone cold.<br/><br/>""I am no fool, Lord Tyrell. And, may I ask, how do you think it would look if I were to change my mind right now? If after being seen by all practicing in my armor, I were to go and watch. Perhaps they'd think I was too scared to compete, or maybe that I was only showing off. Furthermore, I would have thought<span style=""font-style: italic"">you</span>would have remembered, as I did, that Rhaegar won the tourney at Harrenhal, and I would sincerely hope you aren't expecting me to run off with my cousin Talia. If you are indeed correct that there is no way for me to win, then by the same logic, there is no way for me to back down. I can only hope, I suppose, that I place second.""<br/><br/>When Aerion finished, Dame Brienne nervously spoke up, her hand on the young king's shoulder to try and calm him down.<br/><br/>""Lord Tyrell... to be honest, I wouldn't know how it would feel to be defeated in combat by Ki- Lord Renly. I never faced him in combat, and in the one tourney I competed in while he was still alive, I was the victor, after defeating your uncle, Ser Loras. However... I believe, had Lord Renly competed and won, and handed me the victory... I still would have been honored to accept. But that is just me.""<br/><br/>With a smirk, Aerion looked back at Lord Tyrell.<br/><br/>""Is that the answer you were expecting, Lord Tyrell?""<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Haunted Forest, Beyond the Wall<br/>Raven Snow</span><br/><br/>Raven grinned and stood next to Oran, howling along with him. Shadow did the same, as did the wolves pulling the sled. Drawing his sword and pointing it towards the south, he went over his plan in his head. If everything went well, before long Oran's men would retrieve the Horn of Winter, and the Wall would come down. Then, there would be nothing to stop them...<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">South of Castle Black, Brandon's Gift, The Night's Watch<br/>Five Days Later</span><br/><br/>Five days later, Raven was on the other side of the Wall, Shadow and Bryn at his side. He had separated from Oran and his clan four days earlier, spent three days travelling, and then another wandering around in the woods south of Castle Black. Since then, his clothes had become torn up, his face was bloody from eating after his hunts, and he looked weaker than earlier. This was all intentional, however; in reality, he had gotten stronger, if anything. He was chasing a deer when he heard somebody coming through the woods.<br/><br/>""Hey you, stop! Who are you, and what are you doing?""<br/><br/>Raven stopped, his hand going to his sword.<br/><br/>""Please, sir, I've been travelling for days... I came from the north, to get away from a clan that was trying to kill me. I want to join the Night's Watch... I just got lost in the woods. Could you please tell me how to get to Castle Black?""<br/><br/>The Crow watching Raven slowly lowered his weapon, seeming to doubt his story. After a few moments however, the man seemed convinced, and went over to Raven, putting his hand on the boy's shoulder.<br/><br/>""Aye, lad. Come, I'll take you. It isn't far from here. But keep the wolf under control. If it bites anyone, you're dead.""<br/><br/>Grinning Raven went along with the man, Shadow and Bryn following close behind. After some time travelling, they arrived at the gate of Castle Black, and were let inside. Upon entering, the Brother that had brought Raven called over another.<br/><br/>""Go get the Lord Commander. There's a kid here he needs to meet."""
14688,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=275,2015-01-02T21:50:00,Novae Vitae,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Paramount Loras Tyrell<br/>The Tourney Grounds, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>Loras bristled. Now he understood Aerion in a different way--not as foolish boy but a positively insecure one. It would be a poor idea for Loras to argue the point further, with people surely watching now.<br/><br/>""Very well,"" Loras said. ""Very well, Your Grace--do as you please. It was wrong of me to counsel caution in you, though I only had your best interests at heart, as I thought we had made clear before.""<br/><br/>Loras remounted his mare and gestured to the Reachmen assembled in the tourney grounds. ""It would be good if I spoke with my own men. I see the heir-apparent of Lord Hightower is present. Perhaps it would be wise if I spoke with him.""<br/><br/>Loras spurred his horse towards them, but then paused and looked back over his shoulder. ""Dame Brienne,"" he said, ""I should think honesty a virtue. What fortune it never conflicts with the need to protect His Grace.""<br/><br/>His point made, Loras spurred forward to catch up with Rowan and Tarly below reaching the Hightowers. He needed desperately to speak with them."
14689,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=275,2015-01-02T21:54:00,Toronina,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Tourney Grounds, King's Landing.</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ser Hobber Redwyne, heir to the Arbor</span><br/>(I guess since I control the house I can roleplay as him for just the tourney?)<br/><br/>Hobber took his time to admire the tourney grounds. 'This will be a lavish Tourney, one that will be remembered for many years after.' He thought to himself. He remembered his armour, specially crafted to suit his size. His father and uncle had been training them non stop lately. He quite enjoyed jousting, and was prepared to win this tournament. Out somewhat in the distance, he spotted Lord Tyrell and King Aerion, he started to walk over, hoping he was not interrupting something important. Before he could get there, Lord Tyrell mounted his horse and rode off. 'Guess I'll just introduce myself to the king.' He thought, as he continued to walk over."
14690,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=275,2015-01-02T22:13:00,Majestic Draconia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Deren Martell<br/>Blackwater Bay</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Nymeria's Blade</span>cut through the waters of the Blackwater Bay. The ship was flanked by the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Salt Lady</span>and the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Greenblood</span>.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Nymeria's Blade</span>was a fine ship dipping 150 oars while her escorts dipped 100 each. The crew clambered about the deck and sails as she reached closer and closer to King's Landing. On the deck stood a proud figure. A swarthy, curly black-haired man, who had a aura of power about him. He was Deren Nymeros Martell, Lord of Sunspear and Sandship and Prince of Dorne.<br/><br/>He had left his beloved city and home to journey to the capital as an invited guest of King Aerion Targaryen. He was due to celebrate his wedding to Elvira of the House Lannister. Deren would normally ignore an invitation to leave Dorne, but a royal wedding required his attention and he decided he had had quite enough of Lannisters and Tyrells manipulating the fate of the Seven Kingdoms and the young king.<br/><br/>The captain shouted orders as the ship began to slip into dock. Ropes were thrown in all directions as men on the ship yelled to men on the docks and vice versa. Deren stepped to the side of the ship as the final docking preparations were complete. The Dornishman scrunched his nose as the ""aroma"" of the city assaulted his sense of smell. He had heard rumors of King's Landings stench, but was surprised at how true they were.<br/><br/>The gangplank was being lowered into place as Prince Deren approached the captain. The breeze fro the bay blew Deren's robe as he walked. It was a finely sewn outfit, a bright yellow silk robe that flowed nicely and complimented his olive-skin well. The captain was an old man with long white hair and several scars crossing his face. Deren took the man's hand and gave a strong shake.<br/><br/>""Well Captain Sand, another voyage successfully completed."" Said the prince his gravelly voice adding to his presence.<br/><br/>""I'll consider it a success, when we've returned home and washed the smell from our clothes."" The old salt replied with a chuckle.<br/><br/>""Right as always Captain. Hopefully, my business here will be short and we may return to Dorne."" The Prince added as he descended the gangplank along with his companions. He had brought with him twenty of his closest friends and greatest fighters. They all carried spears and swords forged by the smiths in Sunspear and bore gold colored shields with the Martell sun and spear in bright red. Among them were sons of Dornish nobility and bastards whom Deren had befriended in the Water Gardens.<br/><br/>They followed Deren as he walked through the streets of King's Landing. He had chosen to leave the horses at a stable near the docks and take a leisurely stroll through the city to take in the sights. After all, he was in no hurry. None in his party intended to compete in the royal tourney and he had seen enough in his time that missing one wouldn't kill him.<br/><br/>After perusing several shops and seeing a few notable landmarks, Deren and his party arrived at the tournament grounds. He looked about the grounds at the lords in attendance. He spied the rose of Tyrell, the grapes of Redwyne, the stag of Baratheon, and the three-headed dragon of house Targaryen. Most of these noble lords and knights were engaged in conversation, so Prince Deren walked into the stands and directed his men to join the rest of the guards present.<br/><br/>In the stands Deren found someone he may actually enjoy talking to. Lord Edric Dayne and his family were mingling in the crowd. The prince made his way towards his bannermen, slipping between others."
14691,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=300,2015-01-02T22:14:00,Asyir,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ser Ryndar Hightower, The Tourney Grounds</span><br/><br/>Ryndar noted several knights of repute enter the grounds. He noticed Ser Tomos Dayne, a knight that was of certain repute as being a reincarnation of Ser Arthur Dayne. He saw the legendary sword<span style=""font-style: italic"">Dawn</span>, in all it's glory strapped across his back. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">He would be a worthy challenge for any opponent. Perhaps I should enter the tourney.</span>""<br/><br/>Ryndar saw Lord Loras Tyrell in his plate mail. Ryndar knew Loras was a capable fighter, but Ryndar had never witnessed his liege lord fight. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">I wonder if he is jousting. It sure seems that way. Melees probably aren't his thing.</span>""<br/><br/>Ryndar approached his brother, whom already had a tent set up. All of the knights that accompanied Ryndar to King's Landing were present at this tent, which was flying the banner of House Hightower. He saw his brother upon his great white stallion, and with his silver plate adorned.<br/><br/>""Well brother. You are wearing some armor I see, and have<span style=""font-style: italic"">Vigilance</span>upon your back. Have you reconsidered the melee?"" Olyvar asked from atop his mount. His squire seemed to be fussing with the left greave strap, which seemed loose to Ryndar. ""There are many brave and noble knights entering it. It would be quite a challenge.""<br/><br/>""Of that I have no doubt,"" Ryndar responded. He saw almost every knight had plate of some kind equipped. He felt out of place with his simple armor. However, Ryndar fought better with lighter armor, as it allowed him to maneuver around easier, and was less exhausting to move in. He shifted his gaze back to Ser Tomos Dayne. ""There is Ser Tomos Dayne. He wields<span style=""font-style: italic"">Dawn</span>, the fabled sword. They say he fights like Ser Arthur Dayne once did. He seems like a worthy opponent.""<br/><br/>""Aye,"" Olyvar agreed,""he seems an honorable man. However, did you know Lord Loras is partaking in both the joust and melee?""<br/><br/>""I knew he was fighting in the joust, but not the melee,"" Ryndar said. He had no qualms with fighting his liege lord in the melee and would hold nothing back. ""I wonder how he will do.""<br/><br/>Olyvar almost told Ryndar of the message he had recieved from Lord Loras. Almost.<br/><br/>""It should be interesting indeed,"" Olyavr said, as he spotted Lord Loras riding towards them. Ryndar turned to see Lord Loras as well.<br/><br/>""Hail my lord!"" Olyvar called out.<br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Arren, The Tourney Grounds</span><br/><br/>Arren felt extremely out of place. Fancy knights and nobles walked and rode about with their plate and mail and fancy swords. The grizzled sellsword actually became rather nervous, for the first time in a decade. He grasped his sword hilt tightly, like a babe clutching a rattle. The sellsword wore his best armor and clothing, which was nothing in the realm of what all the others were wearing.<br/><br/>He wore a grimy and worn leather vest, with some metal scales in the front. He had no pauldrons, and had light leather bracers on his wrists. He had strong leather breeches with well worn leather boots, and light black gloves. Upon his back was a longbow and quiver. He walked around the tourney grounds with his cloak hood up, hoping to remain unseen. He carefully walked past a green and white tent that had a younger man upon horseback with silver mail, and another that looked older with a beard wearing fancy leather and chain with a surcoat over it.<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Fucking nobles and their wealth,</span>"" Arren bitterly thought to himself as he walked past, taking notice of another rider on a white horse."
14692,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=300,2015-01-02T22:30:00,Phalnia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Edric Dayne<br/>Tourney Stands</span><br/><br/>Lord Edric was talking with a nobleman he had met, when a figure caught his eye. He had only seen the man a few times, but recognized him instantly. It was his liege lord, Prince Deren Martell making his way through the crowd. Lord Dayne excused himself from his current conversation and turned to the approaching Lord of Sunspear, his wife and daughters joining him. As the Prince neared, Edric bowed deeply Elizba, Ashara, and Rache curtsied.<br/><br/>""My liege, it is an honor to see you. I was not expecting you. Did you arrive by ship?"" Asked Lord Dayne, trying not to pry too severely."
14693,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=300,2015-01-02T22:38:00,Novae Vitae,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""The Hightowers""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Asyir <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=23005834#p23005834"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ser Ryndar Hightower, The Tourney Grounds</span> <br/><br/>Ryndar noted several knights of repute enter the grounds. He noticed Ser Tomos Dayne, a knight that was of certain repute as being a reincarnation of Ser Arthur Dayne. He saw the legendary sword <span style=""font-style: italic"">Dawn</span>, in all it's glory strapped across his back. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">He would be a worthy challenge for any opponent. Perhaps I should enter the tourney.</span>""<br/><br/>Ryndar saw Lord Loras Tyrell in his plate mail. Ryndar knew Loras was a capable fighter, but Ryndar had never witnessed his liege lord fight. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">I wonder if he is jousting. It sure seems that way. Melees probably aren't his thing.</span>""<br/><br/>Ryndar approached his brother, whom already had a tent set up. All of the knights that accompanied Ryndar to King's Landing were present at this tent, which was flying the banner of House Hightower. He saw his brother upon his great white stallion, and with his silver plate adorned. <br/><br/>""Well brother. You are wearing some armor I see, and have <span style=""font-style: italic"">Vigilance</span> upon your back. Have you reconsidered the melee?"" Olyvar asked from atop his mount. His squire seemed to be fussing with the left greave strap, which seemed loose to Ryndar. ""There are many brave and noble knights entering it. It would be quite a challenge.""<br/><br/>""Of that I have no doubt,"" Ryndar responded. He saw almost every knight had plate of some kind equipped. He felt out of place with his simple armor. However, Ryndar fought better with lighter armor, as it allowed him to maneuver around easier, and was less exhausting to move in. He shifted his gaze back to Ser Tomos Dayne. ""There is Ser Tomos Dayne. He wields <span style=""font-style: italic"">Dawn</span>, the fabled sword. They say he fights like Ser Arthur Dayne once did. He seems like a worthy opponent.""<br/><br/>""Aye,"" Olyvar agreed,""he seems an honorable man. However, did you know Lord Loras is partaking in both the joust and melee?""<br/><br/>""I knew he was fighting in the joust, but not the melee,"" Ryndar said. He had no qualms with fighting his liege lord in the melee and would hold nothing back. ""I wonder how he will do.""<br/><br/>Olyvar almost told Ryndar of the message he had recieved from Lord Loras. Almost.<br/><br/>""It should be interesting indeed,"" Olyavr said, as he spotted Lord Loras riding towards them. Ryndar turned to see Lord Loras as well. <br/><br/>""Hail my lord!"" Olyvar called out.<br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Arren, The Tourney Grounds</span><br/><br/>Arren felt extremely out of place. Fancy knights and nobles walked and rode about with their plate and mail and fancy swords. The grizzled sellsword actually became rather nervous, for the first time in a decade. He grasped his sword hilt tightly, like a babe clutching a rattle. The sellsword wore his best armor and clothing, which was nothing in the realm of what all the others were wearing.<br/><br/>He wore a grimy and worn leather vest, with some metal scales in the front. He had no pauldrons, and had light leather bracers on his wrists. He had strong leather breeches with well worn leather boots, and light black gloves. Upon his back was a longbow and quiver. He walked around the tourney grounds with his cloak hood up, hoping to remain unseen. He carefully walked past a green and white tent that had a younger man upon horseback with silver mail, and another that looked older with a beard wearing fancy leather and chain with a surcoat over it.<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Fucking nobles and their wealth,</span>"" Arren bitterly thought to himself as he walked past, taking notice of another rider on a white horse.</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Paramount Loras Tyrell<br/>The Tourney Grounds, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>As Loras rode along, he saw him. That man seemed so . . . dangerous. It was not his moving arsenal that frighten Loras, but it was his very manner. His movements were not paranoid, just . . . proactive. As though the man expected danger. He seemed almost feral, and that made him entirely useful.<br/><br/>Loras reigned up a stride past him and turned. ""Sellsword,"" he called back. ""Sellsword!"" The man turned and looked at him. Loras reached for the purse on his saddle-bag. ""Here are fifteen gold dragons,"" Loras said, giving them to the man. ""Go to the tent flying the great golden flower. You interest me, and I'll be there soon to speak with you.""<br/><br/>With that, Loras left, not awaiting the man's answer. He moved along the tents until he reached the Hightower one, then dismounted and entered, leaving his horse tethered outside.<br/><br/>""Sers,"" Loras said. ""I trust you received my message, Ser Olyvar, but things have changed. I warn you now, what I am about to suggest wins no glory . . . but it will help to protect the Reach, which must be our foremost concern. All the same, if either of you wish to have no part in that, I will leave."""
14694,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=300,2015-01-02T22:46:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Riliane Wendwater</span><br/><br/>Riliane smiled at the lord Baratheon's attempts to comfort her. At first she hadn't really been too trusting of him and had thought that he had an ulterior motive but Riliane recognized that only now was Steffon truly aware that house Wendwater was at the end of it's line. He wasn't being kind to get her castle he was being kind because he wanted to be kind to her. His house survived though. Riliane reflected. Maybe she could try and become Riliane Wendwater-Baratheon-Swann, it wasn't very catchy but it was better than having her house erased completely.<br/><br/>The king and Loras Tyrell finished their conversation and Loras rode away. She wanted to call out to him and she wanted to try and talk with him but that would be presumptuous considering her status. Perhaps Steffon knew him? She could ask for him to introduce her or maybe Loras would come over to try and talk with him? In any case Riliane silently hoped that the Baratheons and Tyrells were at least cordial. She thought about introducing herself to the king but felt too nervous.<br/><br/>""Why don't you know if boys like to fight my lord were you born a girl?"" Riliane asked him teasingly with a smirk, noticing only now that the king was the same age as her. ""But I would be honoured to sit beside you, it's not every day that a Wendwater sits with a Baratheon. Don't you have a sister too? Where is she? I'd like to meet her."" Riliane had finally stopped being so formal with Steffon."
14695,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=300,2015-01-02T22:57:00,Asyir,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Novae Vitae <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=23006047#p23006047"">wrote</a>:</cite><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""The Hightowers""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Asyir <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=23005834#p23005834"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ser Ryndar Hightower, The Tourney Grounds</span> <br/><br/>Ryndar noted several knights of repute enter the grounds. He noticed Ser Tomos Dayne, a knight that was of certain repute as being a reincarnation of Ser Arthur Dayne. He saw the legendary sword <span style=""font-style: italic"">Dawn</span>, in all it's glory strapped across his back. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">He would be a worthy challenge for any opponent. Perhaps I should enter the tourney.</span>""<br/><br/>Ryndar saw Lord Loras Tyrell in his plate mail. Ryndar knew Loras was a capable fighter, but Ryndar had never witnessed his liege lord fight. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">I wonder if he is jousting. It sure seems that way. Melees probably aren't his thing.</span>""<br/><br/>Ryndar approached his brother, whom already had a tent set up. All of the knights that accompanied Ryndar to King's Landing were present at this tent, which was flying the banner of House Hightower. He saw his brother upon his great white stallion, and with his silver plate adorned. <br/><br/>""Well brother. You are wearing some armor I see, and have <span style=""font-style: italic"">Vigilance</span> upon your back. Have you reconsidered the melee?"" Olyvar asked from atop his mount. His squire seemed to be fussing with the left greave strap, which seemed loose to Ryndar. ""There are many brave and noble knights entering it. It would be quite a challenge.""<br/><br/>""Of that I have no doubt,"" Ryndar responded. He saw almost every knight had plate of some kind equipped. He felt out of place with his simple armor. However, Ryndar fought better with lighter armor, as it allowed him to maneuver around easier, and was less exhausting to move in. He shifted his gaze back to Ser Tomos Dayne. ""There is Ser Tomos Dayne. He wields <span style=""font-style: italic"">Dawn</span>, the fabled sword. They say he fights like Ser Arthur Dayne once did. He seems like a worthy opponent.""<br/><br/>""Aye,"" Olyvar agreed,""he seems an honorable man. However, did you know Lord Loras is partaking in both the joust and melee?""<br/><br/>""I knew he was fighting in the joust, but not the melee,"" Ryndar said. He had no qualms with fighting his liege lord in the melee and would hold nothing back. ""I wonder how he will do.""<br/><br/>Olyvar almost told Ryndar of the message he had recieved from Lord Loras. Almost.<br/><br/>""It should be interesting indeed,"" Olyavr said, as he spotted Lord Loras riding towards them. Ryndar turned to see Lord Loras as well. <br/><br/>""Hail my lord!"" Olyvar called out.<br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Arren, The Tourney Grounds</span><br/><br/>Arren felt extremely out of place. Fancy knights and nobles walked and rode about with their plate and mail and fancy swords. The grizzled sellsword actually became rather nervous, for the first time in a decade. He grasped his sword hilt tightly, like a babe clutching a rattle. The sellsword wore his best armor and clothing, which was nothing in the realm of what all the others were wearing.<br/><br/>He wore a grimy and worn leather vest, with some metal scales in the front. He had no pauldrons, and had light leather bracers on his wrists. He had strong leather breeches with well worn leather boots, and light black gloves. Upon his back was a longbow and quiver. He walked around the tourney grounds with his cloak hood up, hoping to remain unseen. He carefully walked past a green and white tent that had a younger man upon horseback with silver mail, and another that looked older with a beard wearing fancy leather and chain with a surcoat over it.<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Fucking nobles and their wealth,</span>"" Arren bitterly thought to himself as he walked past, taking notice of another rider on a white horse.</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Paramount Loras Tyrell<br/>The Tourney Grounds, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>As Loras rode along, he saw him. That man seemed so . . . dangerous. It was not his moving arsenal that frighten Loras, but it was his very manner. His movements were not paranoid, just . . . proactive. As though the man expected danger. He seemed almost feral, and that made him entirely useful.<br/><br/>Loras reigned up a stride past him and turned. ""Sellsword,"" he called back. ""Sellsword!"" The man turned and looked at him. Loras reached for the purse on his saddle-bag. ""Here are fifteen gold dragons,"" Loras said, giving them to the man. ""Go to the tent flying the great golden flower. You interest me, and I'll be there soon to speak with you.""<br/><br/>With that, Loras left, not awaiting the man's answer. He moved along the tents until he reached the Hightower one, then dismounted and entered, leaving his horse tethered outside.<br/><br/>""Sers,"" Loras said. ""I trust you received my message, Ser Olyvar, but things have changed. I warn you now, what I am about to suggest wins no glory . . . but it will help to protect the Reach, which must be our foremost concern. All the same, if either of you wish to have no part in that, I will leave.""</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ser Ryndar and Olyvar Hightower, The Tounrey Grounds</span><br/><br/>""I am always here to assist you in<span style=""font-style: italic"">any</span>manner my liege,"" Ser Olyvar said as he bowed deeply. Olyvar would do anything for Loras, regardless of whether or not it were an honorable thing to do.<br/><br/>Ser Ryndar was another story. While he was loyal and respected his liege lord, he was concerned with his honor, which he viewed as a great importance. While he watched his brother easily offer himself to the unknown task at hand, Ryndar remained cynical.<br/><br/>""Pray tell us Lord Loras of your plan first,"" Ryndar said. He wished to know more of what Loras wanted before diving into any sort of shenanigan. ""Tell us. We are alone within this tent. Even if I choose not to go through with it, I won't tell any of this matter. You have my word.""<br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Arren, The Tourney Grounds</span><br/><br/>Arren was quite surprised when the horseman threw him gold. Before he could ask or demand of details, the man rode off to the green and white tent. Arren opened the purse, and it indeed contained 15 gold dragons. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Fucking nobles and their need of sellswords,</span>"" he mused to himself.<br/><br/>After looking for a few minutes, he found the tent the man spoke of. He remained outside for quite some time. A group of knights standing watch over the tent eyed him cautiously. This only served to interest Arren even more.<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Today is looking up. For now,</span>"" he thought."
14696,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=300,2015-01-02T23:04:00,New Granadeseret,"<blockquote><div><cite>Woodstovia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=23006135#p23006135"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Riliane Wendwater</span><br/><br/>Riliane smiled at the lord Baratheon's attempts to comfort her. At first she hadn't really been too trusting of him and had thought that he had an ulterior motive but Riliane recognized that only now was Steffon truly aware that house Wendwater was at the end of it's line. He wasn't being kind to get her castle he was being kind because he wanted to be kind to her. His house survived though. Riliane reflected. Maybe she could try and become Riliane Wendwater-Baratheon-Swann, it wasn't very catchy but it was better than having her house erased completely. <br/><br/>The king and Loras Tyrell finished their conversation and Loras rode away. She wanted to call out to him and she wanted to try and talk with him but that would be presumptuous considering her status. Perhaps Steffon knew him? She could ask for him to introduce her or maybe Loras would come over to try and talk with him? In any case Riliane silently hoped that the Baratheons and Tyrells were at least cordial. She thought about introducing herself to the king but felt too nervous. <br/><br/>""Why don't you know if boys like to fight my lord were you born a girl?"" Riliane asked him teasingly with a smirk, noticing only now that the king was the same age as her. ""But I would be honoured to sit beside you, it's not every day that a Wendwater sits with a Baratheon. Don't you have a sister too? Where is she? I'd like to meet her."" Riliane had finally stopped being so formal with Steffon.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""If you judged me by the way my father treated me, I was indeed."" He joked back; either continuing the good spirit or brushing off any sly insult that might have been there. ""I can't recall the number of times he or one of his servants kept be from going on some sort of adventure. His Grace was blessed with a more... conventional upbringing."" Thankfully, the issue between Loras and the King had sorted itself out... as he hoped Aerion had erred on the side of caution. As far as he understood it, the dark Aemon of Ghiscar was legally entitled to the Iron Throne if anything should happen to the young dragon, and with the resources of the Ghiscar at his command... well, there we honorless men willing to 'accidently' hit too hard in the melee for the right amount of coin.<br/><br/>""Lassa will be here a little later."" He told her, concern returning to his face. ""She's... not exactly comfortable riding through King's Landing. Her escort will take awhile."" He considered informing her of Lassa's... condition, wondering if it'd make her too uncomfortable... but realized he wouldn't be able to hide it for long. ""She'll have to sit along with us... she's not exactly comfortable in crowds.""<span style=""font-style: italic"">What a massive understatement</span>he thought to himself. ""You'll probably get along if you're willing to respect her privacy though... she is more at ease around young women."""
14697,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=300,2015-01-02T23:09:00,Novae Vitae,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Paramount Loras Tyrell<br/>The Tourney Grounds, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>""Then understand, good lord, that you will have conflicting vows,"" Loras replied. He turned to look at Olyvar. How devoted he was to him, and how much Loras had used him to ensure House Hightower was his . . . yet, deep within himself, he felt that there was more between himself and Olyvar that he cared to admit.<br/><br/>""His Grace plans to participate in the melee, as I understand,"" Loras said. ""It is utter folly, and I tried to counsel him against it. He will not heed me, however. So we much teach him by example. Fear not, friends. I do not mean to bring dishonor upon us. I only require that we are able to separate His Grace from those knights that would protect him during the melee, so one of my . . .<span style=""font-style: italic"">men</span>, for lack of a better word . . . can force him to yield.""<br/><br/>Loras looked to Ryndar. ""I would not ask this of you if there were another way,"" he said, ""but His Grace must learn that he cannot risk himself so carelessly."""
14698,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=300,2015-01-02T23:22:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Riliane Wendwater</span><br/><br/>Riliane raised her eyebrow curiously as Steffon talked about his sister. She was quite confused by it all. She had never heard much about Lassa Baratheon so it was strange how carefully Steffon picked his words and how it seemed like there was something he wasn't saying. It seemed like there was something more than simple shyness at play. Shireen Baratheon had been afflicted with a terrible disease called greyscale, Riliane remembered. Could it be hereditary? At least she wouldn't be stealing any attention. It was sweet how much Steffon seemed to care about his sister.<br/><br/>""Oh. Well I hope that she's in good health."" said Riliane. It was a very general thing to say but perfect, if she did suffer from some sort of disease then it would give Steffon an opportunity to comfortably discuss it and if she was just shy (though Riliane didn't believe that) then it'd just seem like she was being kind and wishing his family well.<br/><br/>Riliane shot another glance towards the king, now that she was more comfortable in Steffon's company she was feeling bolder. ""Could you, introduce me to the king?"" Riliane asked. She thought she was feeling bold at least. When she talked her voice was filled with fear. ""He's my liege but I've never talked to him, he was invited to a feast we had when I became lady of Wendwater but he never showed up."" the last part sounded a little sadder than it had when she said it in her head."
14699,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=300,2015-01-02T23:27:00,Asyir,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ser Ryndar and Olyvar Hightower, The Tourney Grounds</span><br/><br/>Ser Ryndar listened to Loras with undivided attention. He too believed it was folly for Aerion to fight within the melee. He agreed that Aerion should learn that battle, even as entertainment or in a tourney, was no mere game. If all Ryndar had to do was cause a diversion for this<span style=""font-style: italic"">man</span>to fight Aerion, it wouldn't be dishonorable, at least in the eyes of the bystanders. It would seem like a normal fight, with no distinction towards foul play.<br/><br/>""Aye, His Grace needs to learn his first lesson in battle. He needs to learn that tourneys are no place for<span style=""font-style: italic"">boys</span>,"" Ryndar responded back to Loras. ""I can assist in this matter. His Grace must learn to not be brash and reckless. It is to my knowledge that a certain king named Robert Baratheon was also reckless, and died because of it.""<br/><br/>""Good. I am glad to see you turn around brother,"" Olyvar said, his heart gladdened by his brother's desicion. He could feel more at ease with Ryndar around, as he was perhaps the greatest swordman within the Hightower family, perhaps even the Reach itself. ""I feel safer already knowing you will have my back."""
14700,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=300,2015-01-02T23:36:00,New Granadeseret,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Steffon Baratheon-Swann</span><br/><br/>""She is... physically speaking."" He answered, feeling obligated to add that last part on the end. He'd never really felt totally comfortable explaining this to strangers... not when he didn't completely understand what was wrong with her himself... but it was something he'd had to grow used to doing, as least since his return to Storm's End. ""It's a tad hard to explain but... I'm certain your Septa instructed you to protect your purity, correct? Well, she has taken the idea a bit too closely to her heart."" It was the best he could do... he wanted to say more, and it showed, but he simply lacked the words to do so. ""If you would be so kind as to avoid touching her. She's occasionally reacted somewhat violently.""<br/><br/>Than, he heard her request, half-stumbling over her words as she put her case together. Steffon kept himself composed, not reacting in the slightest to how abrupt and unladylike the request was. ""Of course... what kind of wedding guest would you be if you haden't properly meet the groom?"" He told her cheerfully. ""It might not be best to bother him while he's getting into his armor, but during the festivities I'll be sure to get you an audience."" This was going so well, he thought to himself... actually a little proud as he felt his heart flutter at the feeling of helping such a young and innocent maiden. Perhaps he'd underestimated the strength of genuine, subdued charm?"
14701,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=300,2015-01-02T23:40:00,Novae Vitae,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""The Hightowers""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Asyir <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=23006528#p23006528"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ser Ryndar and Olyvar Hightower, The Tourney Grounds</span><br/><br/>Ser Ryndar listened to Loras with undivided attention. He too believed it was folly for Aerion to fight within the melee. He agreed that Aerion should learn that battle, even as entertainment or in a tourney, was no mere game. If all Ryndar had to do was cause a diversion for this <span style=""font-style: italic"">man</span> to fight Aerion, it wouldn't be dishonorable, at least in the eyes of the bystanders. It would seem like a normal fight, with no distinction towards foul play.<br/><br/>""Aye, His Grace needs to learn his first lesson in battle. He needs to learn that tourneys are no place for <span style=""font-style: italic"">boys</span>,"" Ryndar responded back to Loras. ""I can assist in this matter. His Grace must learn to not be brash and reckless. It is to my knowledge that a certain king named Robert Baratheon was also reckless, and died because of it.""<br/><br/>""Good. I am glad to see you turn around brother,"" Olyvar said, his heart gladdened by his brother's desicion. He could feel more at ease with Ryndar around, as he was perhaps the greatest swordman within the Hightower family, perhaps even the Reach itself. ""I feel safer already knowing you will have my back.""</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Paramount Loras Tyrell<br/>The Tourney Grounds, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>""It is good to see,"" Loras agreed, smiling. It was genuine. ""I do not mean His Grace ill, but he must understand. War is not a game to be played at for men such as he. And, as for my man . . . I have a small, deep-hearted intuition that his very nature would best most knights of the real. We need only provide the distraction for him."""
14702,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=300,2015-01-03T00:00:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Riliane Wendwater</span><br/><br/>Riliane smiled at Steffon. She decided to not pry further into Lassa's problem as it was something that Steffon was obviously deeply sensitive about, she was curious but forced herself to remain silent. She was happy that Steffon had agreed to introduce her to the king. ""I hope I get to meet Loras Tyrell too."" Riliane told him, she stopped there though; she had planned to say more but quite liked lord Steffon and didn't want to talk about how she had a crush on another man in front of him. ""Shall we go to the stands then?"""
14703,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=300,2015-01-03T00:00:00,Asyir,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ser Ryndar and Olyvar Hightower, The Tourney Grounds</span><br/><br/>""Aye, I understand Lord Loras,"" Ser Ryndar agreed. He too wished no ill upon Aerion, although he was more inclined to follow the orders of Loras, rather than a<span style=""font-style: italic"">boy</span>. ""Sometimes, one must be taught in a harsh and hard manner to fully understand a given situation.""<br/><br/>""As for this man, who is he?"" Ryndar asked, hoping Loras would know the answer."
14704,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=300,2015-01-03T00:03:00,Toronina,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ser Hobber Redwyne, Heir to the Arbor</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Tourney Grounds, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>Hobber decided to speak to the king later. His father had not specified who to talk to first, but given they were Tyrell bannermen, he assumed he would want to talk to Lord Loras first. He continued on his way, trying to spot him again. Eventually, he saw the Tyrell banner. He decided to wait for Lord Loras, since he appeared to be visiting so other bannermen, since he was not at the tent"
14705,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=300,2015-01-03T00:04:00,Novae Vitae,"<blockquote><div><cite>Asyir <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=23006791#p23006791"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ser Ryndar and Olyvar Hightower, The Tourney Grounds</span><br/><br/>""Aye, I understand Lord Loras,"" Ser Ryndar agreed. He too wished no ill upon Aerion, although he was more inclined to follow the orders of Loras, rather than a <span style=""font-style: italic"">boy</span>. ""Sometimes, one must be taught in a harsh and hard manner to fully understand a given situation.""<br/><br/>""As for this man, who is he?"" Ryndar asked, hoping Loras would know the answer.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Paramount Loras Tyrell<br/>The Tourney Grounds, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>Loras, fearing how ridiculous he would look if he said he had only just seen the man, replied, ""A sellsword, but a fearsome one. He has met me before under several names, all of which I doubt to be correct. The man is an expect in his profession, have no fear. He walks about armed for war. A boy in a tourney should be trivial for him."""
14706,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=300,2015-01-03T00:15:00,Asyir,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Novae Vitae <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=23006829#p23006829"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Asyir <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=23006791#p23006791"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ser Ryndar and Olyvar Hightower, The Tourney Grounds</span><br/><br/>""Aye, I understand Lord Loras,"" Ser Ryndar agreed. He too wished no ill upon Aerion, although he was more inclined to follow the orders of Loras, rather than a <span style=""font-style: italic"">boy</span>. ""Sometimes, one must be taught in a harsh and hard manner to fully understand a given situation.""<br/><br/>""As for this man, who is he?"" Ryndar asked, hoping Loras would know the answer.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Paramount Loras Tyrell<br/>The Tourney Grounds, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>Loras, fearing how ridiculous he would look if he said he had only just seen the man, replied, ""A sellsword, but a fearsome one. He has met me before under several names, all of which I doubt to be correct. The man is an expect in his profession, have no fear. He walks about armed for war. A boy in a tourney should be trivial for him.""</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Sers Ryndar and Olyvar Hightower, The Tourney Grounds</span><br/><br/>""So, you've hired one of those dishonorable sellswords then. Fitting,"" Ryndar responded with his usual calm and indifferent tone. He scratched his brown beard with a curious look in his grey eyes. Ryndar didn't have a liking for sellswords, but he also knew that they had a certain value, and if they continued to be funded with gold, they would complete their task with ruthless efficiency. ""This task should be easy, even for his kind. I hope he is up for it."""
14707,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=300,2015-01-03T00:20:00,Novae Vitae,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Paramount Loras Tyrell<br/>The Tourney Grounds, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>""All men have their uses,"" Loras said. ""He plays to his and we play to ours, as Aerion must play to those he was born to hold."" He paused for a moment, then decided the subject required a change.<br/><br/>""Sers, you have a sister of marriageable age in Oldtown, no?"""
14708,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=300,2015-01-03T00:30:00,Asyir,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Sers Ryndar and Olyvar Hightower, The Tourney Grounds</span><br/><br/>""Aye my lord,"" Ryndar answered, with another curious look in his eyes. Ryndar cared deeply for his sister, Edeline, whom had just became seven and ten. ""Edeline is her name. You have only met her once I believe, but that was long ago.""<br/><br/>With a raised eyebrow, the knight asked,""why? Are you interested in marriage? Our at least have a match in mind? My father, Lord Jovaryn has been looking for a candidate for awhile, but to no avail."""
14709,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=300,2015-01-03T02:06:00,The Imperial Republica,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Maxwell Tyrosus, The Grey Fist</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">King's Landing/Tourney Grounds</span><br/><br/>Maxwell awoke to the sounds of servants and squires scurrying about, preparing his weapons, clothes, and armor, as well as that of his knights, for the tourney.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Oh yes, the tourney. I had almost forgotten that that was the mummer's farce that we used as an excuse to visit this rose bush of a city.</span>The Grey Fist got out of bed, ate a light breakfast of bread and eggs, and proceeded to don his armor and weapons.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Musn't fail to impress those puffed up pompous lords and ladies, no no no. Can't have that</span>Maxwell thought to himself mockingly. He picked out his black quilted leather cuirass, with the dark blue and red trims. He put on his dark red tabard with the stormhammer and hoof sigil of his house emblazoned on the front, and then donned his plate graves and gauntlets (the one on his right hand, the one with greyscale, was grey and looked as if it was made of stone), as well as his spaulders which were wrought in the shape of a Buffalo's head. He chose not to wear his horned greathelm, but to instead carry it around strapped to his saddle. He grabbed his ancestral<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://wac.450f.edgecastcdn.net/80450F/arcadesushi.com/files/2013/05/Buster-sword-630x393.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">greatsword</a>,<span style=""font-style: italic"">Darkstorm</span>and sheathed in on his back. ""Prepare my mount! The other lords are likely there already, and I want to make an entrance! Have my son gather the knights and meet me there."" Maxwell strode down to the stables, jumped on his aurochs, and rode the shaggy beast down to the tourney grounds. He attracted more than a few looks, riding on top of the great shaggy beast with his son and 5 other knights in tow. The Grey Fist just kept smiling his cocksure, arrogant smile, and riding straight onwards. He thought he recognized a few lords here and there, like The Lords of Starfall, and Hightower, but he was interested only in finding two in particular. One was the king, as he had not yet introduced himself, and the other was Steffon. He wanted to make sure that the boy wasn't embarrassing himself or making any new enemies. He meant well enough, and seemed to handle himself better than his late grandfather, but he was still young and had much to learn. The former of the two proved easiest to find, dressed up in his green and red armor.<span style=""font-style: italic"">The boy king wears the colors of House Tyrell alongside his own. Interesting.</span>When Maxwell found him, Aerion had just finished talking to Lord Loras Tyrell, so he strode up on his aurochs and introduced himself. ""Good afternoon my lord. I have the pleasure of being Lord Maxwell Tyrsosus of Thunderhoof Hall, at your service"" he said with a little bow from atop his mount. ""I apologize for not having introduced myself earlier. Things have been hectic as of later, and I figured now was as good a time as any. I trust you will be participating in the tourney?""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Castle Black</span><br/><br/>The captain, Ser Bolvar, was feasting with his men and the black brothers when the other two lords arrived.<span style=""font-style: italic"">It looks as if Lord Maxwell and the Boltons were not the only ones to respond</span>he thought to himself. Still, troops were troops, no matter who was sending them. What did it matter which lord or lady had spared them to the wall? So long as the wall remained manned, it made no difference to Bolvar. He saw The Lord commander get up to go greet them, but he remained seated and just grabbed another cup of ale from a nearby brother who had had a little too much to drink. These oh-so important lords never wanted to speak to him anyway."
14710,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=300,2015-01-03T04:25:00,Atletius,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Jaime Steele, Kings Landing, Tourney Grounds</span><br/><br/>Jaime Steele, the youngest of the Steele brothers at only 22, stuck out like a sore thumb as he rode through the tourney grounds in search of the melee. He still wore his clothes from the north, a thick fur cloak attached to his byrnie. He was dressed in dark colours, and his hair both facial and otherwise matched. Upon his back he carried a large greatsword, at his side a simple longsword, his horse carried a kite shield with his family arms on it. He intended to enter the melee.<br/><br/>And, more importantly win it.<br/><br/>He had ridden from his family seat of Windholm, a little to the east of Winterfell. It had been a long ride, one fraught with danger. The bandits in the Riverlands had become more aggressive, more daring as of late. Jaime made note to tell the lords of the Rivers to deal with it while he was south.<br/><br/>As his horse trotted onwards, Jaime's thoughts turned to his brother, Lord Rydon, who had forbidden his younger brother from riding south, and competing in the melee or tourney. So, naturally, Jaime ignored him. As soon as Rydon and Fabian rode north to the wall, Jaime made his way south.<br/><br/>He was now in Kings Landing, taking in the sights before the melee. As he rode, he saw the arms of many noble houses, the Hightowers were here. The men of the Arbor, Jaime made a note to get some of their wine. He also saw then arms of House Tyrell plastered everywhere, much to his disdain.<br/><br/>""Treasonous curs."" He muttered under his breath. His family had a long standing hatred of the Tyrells. They seemed to lack the honour the Northmen cherished, and more importantly. Loras Tyrell the elder, was the man who killed Lord Tristan Steele.<br/>The Steeles all wished death upon that man.<br/><br/>A little way in the distance, he saw the Boy King conversing with some knight, a lord of somewhere or other. The flamboyant cockerel.<br/><br/>""I suppose they are the best people to ask for directions."" He laughed and rode toward the men."
14711,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=300,2015-01-03T08:09:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Loron Greyjoy</span><br/><br/>Loron awoke later than he would have liked, he was in no rush and he didn't need to be there for the jousting but it wouldn't look good to be late. Oh well. Loron broke his fast on bacon and eggs, suddenly he wasn't feeling too worried about hurrying up. And after nothing but sea rations for the whole trip from Pyke bacon and eggs seemed like the nectar of god.<br/><br/>Loron dressed rather quickly in simple leather and cloth armor. The melee would be after the jousting as far as he understood and so he had no reason to walk around all day in heavy plate and mail. A tent had been set up for house Greyjoy at the tourney grounds (as far as possible away from the Stark tent without looking suspiciously far away from the other tents) so he sent the rest of his armor and his axe there to wait on him.<br/><br/>Loron wasn't so sure what to make of the upcoming day. He was a good fighter, he knew that. And he had superior armor and weaponry to most of the other competitors but this was the king's own birthday. Anyone who was anyone would be here and that meant that the very best swordsmen in Westeros would be fighting. There was no way that Loron would back out but he was conscious of the fact that he might very well embarrass house Greyjoy and himself.<br/><br/>After spending a short time relaxing and letting his food settle Loron exited the Red Keep and rode an awaiting horse to the tourney grounds, a little ways outside of the city. He quickly dismounted, not liking horses his other ironborn in tow. Loron cared little for socializing with greenlanders and none of his vassals had chosen to come so Loron simply went to the Greyjoy tent and settled down, deciding that relaxing in a tent full of wine and food before taking part in a massive fight wasn't such a bad way to spend the day. Loron took up a seat and leaned back in it, content."
14712,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=300,2015-01-03T10:13:00,Of the Quendi,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;"">The Ghiscari Empire</span><br/>The City of Kosrak, in the Free Province of Lhazar<br/>Under the sovereignty of Aemon the Magnificent Targaryen</span></span><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://img2.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20120317181433/asoiaf/zh/images/d/d2/House_Targaryen_crest.PNG""/><br/><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Aemon Targaryen</span></span></span></div><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">A</span></span>s his brother spoke Aemon observed him quietly with cold eyes, his only reaction guiding Rhaegal to ensure that Drogon never claimed an advantageous position from which to attack no matter how much Viserys impudently circled. Only as his brother reached for his arakh did Aemon briefly shit in his saddle in anger and his gaze fell upon the roaring Berras. If Viserys reached for his arakh again Aemon would make sure the lesser dragon fell first. He would strike for it and crush it between the clawed feet of Rhaegal like an egg before Viserys and Drogon could interfere. Viserys had made a disastrous mistake by permitting a dragon far too small for combat to come within the reach of Rhaegal.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">B</span></span>ut as Viserys did not draw his blade Aemon turned his gaze once more to his talkative brother, eyeing him coldly. As his brother finished his speech Aemon said nothing for a while. Then;<span style=""font-style: italic"">""You talk too much brother.""</span>He declared coldly. He pointed a gauntlet clad finger down upon the Dothraki khalasar far beneath them.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""There is your tribute. What loot you have already taken and a gold dragon for each man, woman and child of mine that your people have taken. If you desire more come to Meereen. If you take the city you shall know more wealth then any horse lord before you. That is the offer I extend you Viserys, it is not negotiable.""</span>Aemon spoke.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">F</span></span>or a moment the thought had occurred to him that he could exploit his brother's naivety and make a peace favorable to Ghiscar by trickery and guile. Missandei would have endorsed the plan, but Aemon was not his vizier. If he could not win his battles by diplomacy and honor he would win them by fire and blood or not at all. Exploiting Viserys's lack of cunning was beneath him Aemon decided, and if war was to be fought worse conditions could have been imagined.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">S</span></span>o he offered nothing further.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""War or peace brother. Honorable peace. That is what you shall have for me. Take your pick.""</span>The Emperor spoke, his voice bitter and cold as he prepared himself for the consequences of the choice he presented.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;"">The Ghiscari Empire</span><br/>The Imperial City of Meereen, in the Bay of Ghiscari<br/>Under the sovereignty of Aemon the Magnificent Targaryen</span></span><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d4/GhisHarpie.png""/><br/><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lady Missandei</span></span></span></div><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">S</span></span>haking her head in just a little bit sadness, not all the words of the Vaeleneos woman was the arrogant posturing of a fool, Missandei decided to do her best to stay clear of plain speak in the future. Sending the prideful woman a sad smile in return for the one the folded armed Valyrian gave her Missandei found she felt no triumph in receiving what she had wanted from the Mantarine aristocrat. Perhaps it was because Missandei felt like she had hardly worked for it and that it seemed the Vaeleneos woman had been waiting years to speak her truth to the imperial government. Or perhaps, Missandei wondered, it was because she deep down didn't desire the outcome that the plain spoken treasons of Lady Maelesa had now forced?<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">S</span></span>ighing Missandei put that doubt to rest. No point contemplating what could have been now that the die was cast.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Indeed he would not wish to make such a choice.""</span>Missandei mumbled to herself, breaking gaze with the Valyrian.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""It gives me no joy to spare him the decision.""</span>She added. Then, without looking at Lady Maelesa she raised her voice.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Ser Thumco Lho, have you heard the words of Maelesa Vaeleneos?""</span>The Grand Vizier, formally, called out into the room. The First Sword of the Emperor, having pulled closer to Missandei's table as Lady Maelesa spoke, raised his voice in turn.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""I have, Grand Vizier?""</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">M</span></span>issandei nodded.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Then you will relay them to the Emperor as they where spoken, without error or passing judgement over them?""</span>Missandei pedantically spoke.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""I will, Grand Vizier.""</span>The First Sword, in the same tone, though with more passion then the cold detachment of Missandei, replied. Missandei nodded once more.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Very well.""</span>She mumbled.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">T</span></span>hen she looked up at her guest, thankful she was not in Westeros where she could have not done what she needed to.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Lady Maelesa Vaeleneos, Lady of Mantarys, in the name of His Imperial and Illustrious Majesty, Aemon, the first of his name, Targaryen, called the Magnificent, Empire of the Ghiscari, King of Meereen, Yunkai, Astapor, Protector of Lhazar and Dragonlord of Valyria, your liege and overlord, I Missandei of Naath does hereby place you under arrest on the charge of high treason.""</span>Missandei declared forcefully, Ser Tumco Lho at once moving in on the seated guest.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""In his most noble name you will be detained in Meereen until such a time that a trial can be held to determine your guilt and pass sentence over you, or until it is otherwise determined by His Imperial Majesty.""</span>The Grand Vizier continued as Ser Tumco Lho drew his sword.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">I</span></span>n a more conciliatory, and quite apologetic tone, casting a single gaze at the formidable sight of the First Sword, Missandei spoke;<span style=""font-style: italic"">""I sincerely hope you will not resist your arrest.""</span>"
14713,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=300,2015-01-03T12:07:00,Novae Vitae,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Paramount Loras Tyrell<br/>The Tourney Grounds, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>""Unfortunately,"" Loras said, ""politics has dictated that my interests be placed elsewhere."" His eyes lingered on Olyvar for a second too long.<br/><br/>Then he focused again on Ryndar, smiling. ""However, I know a certain Lord Baratheon that has requested help in finding a match for himself. He is quite modest, as I understand him, but his name would be an excellent match for someone as high as a Hightower."""
14714,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=300,2015-01-03T12:21:00,Krugmar,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">House Vaeleneos</span> <br/>Meereen - Great Pyramid<br/>Maelesa Vaeleneos, Lady of Mantarys</span></div><hr/><br/><br/>Maelesa's smile faded, she understood too well what was going to happen even before the Vizier placed her under arrest. She remained seated, not wanting to give the First Sword any reason to strike her down. She replied ""I will offer no resistance, neither will my guards. I ask that no harm will come to them or my handmaidens, though I doubt you will honour such a simple request"".<br/><br/>She stood up slowly, taking her time, making sure that the First Sword knew that she was no threat. ""Enjoy this victory while it lasts, Missandei of Naath, enjoy it while it lasts"" she said, giving Missandei a wicked smile that barely masked the anger she had. She could live in chains no longer, she would rather die than be forced to serve this false Empire. She returned her gaze to the First Sword, waiting to be taken to a cell or confined to her quarters.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Missandei of Naath, I will make sure that you are the first to suffer our wrath</span>she thought, her anger giving her the strength to keep composed. She could not deny feeling very scared, but she had faith in Talaemor. He would rescue her, he would restore the family name and honour. If he didn't, then she would become a Martyr for their family. She would proudly die for their cause, though the thought of death still scared her.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">The Nights Watch</span> <br/>Castle Black<br/>Triston Gaunt, Lord Commander of the Nights Watch</span></div><hr/><br/><br/>""Not at all Lord Rydon, We would be honoured if you would sit at this table with us"" replied Triston. He looked around the hall and was pleased by what he saw,<span style=""font-style: italic"">so many have come to aid us</span>. They would soon leave though, once the cold sets in and the job of guarding the Wall becomes too much of a burden to them. Thankfully they had brought a lot of supplies and prisoners with them, they were the true wealth that could be gained from such a gathering. Now Triston had to make a good impression, he needed more houses to hear good things of the Watch.<br/><br/>Triston stood up, motioning for silence and waiting a while as the Great Hall slowly died down. He allowed himself a smile, something his brothers rarely saw. ""Welcome, honoured guests, to the Wall. Welcome Lady Guenyvar and the men of the Dreadfort. Welcome Captain of Thunderhoof Hall and his men. Welcome Lord Rydon and Lord Fabian and the men of Windholm"" said Triston. The brothers of the watch shouted welcome every time he finished welcoming one of the parties.<br/><br/>""As you may know, the watch is in a troubled state. I have never found the skill, nor honour, of my brothers to be lacking. I would choose them over any army in the world to stand beside me in defence of this realm. My only regret is that our brotherhood is too few, but I fear that this regret is not shared amongst those lords in the south. Tonight we drink and feast, we wash away these worries and rekindle friendships and make new ones. But we can never drink away our duty, we are men of the Nights Watch. Brothers now until the end of time. I salute you all"" continued Triston, raising his mug of ale as he finished. The brothers of the Nights Watch cheered and raised their mugs back at him, before turning them to their mouths and taking large gulps of ale.<br/><br/>Triston did not drink from his ale, he sat back in his seat and placed it down. His men could have the night with no worries, but it was his job to remain ever vigilant. Now he would chat to his honoured guests and make sure to spread the good deeds of the Watch."
14715,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=300,2015-01-03T12:41:00,Tracian Empire,"<img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/kLlcetR.png""/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">The Free City of Pentos, the Red Tavern</span></span></span></span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Aerys Waters,the White Dragon, Commander of the Golden Company</span></span></span></span><br/>It was a loudly and restless night in the taverns of Pentos. More strange men in armors with hoods were staying at a table in the Red Tavern. They were discussing something from time to time, while drinking beer and wine.. One of them, their leader as it seemed, was bearing a white-three-headed dragon on his armor. They where Aerys Waters, the Golden Company's commander, and his most trusted lieutenants, Will Rivers, Brandon Sand, Duncan Snow and John Flowers. Flowers finished his wine cup, and said:<span style=""font-style: italic"">""So, we have won 100.000 Gold Dragons from our last contract. They were all shared between the men."" ""Another contract fulfilled ""</span>, remarked Snow.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Yes. Any chance of getting a new contract soon?""</span>, said Aerys, while looking at his lieutenants. They were all good and loyal men, but he never trusted someone entirely. Most probably because he was a mercenary, and a bastard.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""There are some rumors about a possible fight between the Ghiscari Empire and Khal Viseryis's Khalasar.""</span>, answered Sand.<span style=""font-style: italic"">His half brother and the legitimized Targaryen bastard</span>, thought Aerys, smiling. Rivers said a little bit scared:<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Between Aemon and Viserys? We will be caught between dragons. Don't you remember the last time we fought against dragons?""</span>He remembered that battle.<span style=""font-style: italic"">The Company was very close to complete annihilation . We had luck</span>, said Snow. Aerys was about to answer, when someone put a hand on his shoulder.<br/>He turned his head to see a drunken Pentoshi with his friends.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Hey, you. You are the one who claims to be a Targaryen bastard right?""</span>, said the drunken man.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""I am Aerys Waters, at your disposition.""</span>, said Aerys.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""You are no Targaryen, liar. It's impossible. Go away bastard, this is our tavern!""</span>, said the drunkard, spitting him. Aerys felt a great anger inside him. He tried to control himself, but it was useless. He raised from the table, drew Blackfyre from its sheath, followed by his lieutenants.The hood fell from his head, revealing his platinum hair and purple eyes.Aerys wiped the spit, and said:<span style=""font-style: italic"">""So you don't think that I am a Targaryen bastard, right?""</span>The drunken Pentoshi laughed and said:<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Of course not. You're some peasant's or slave's bastard, idiot."" <br/> ""If you say so,""</span>said Aerys, stabbing the Pentoshi with his sword.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""What do you think now?""</span>, he whispered at the Pentoshi's ear. Aerys took the sword from the drunkard's chest. Blood gushed from the fatal wound on Aerys's armor, turning the white dragon to red. The Pentoshi fell on the ground, dead. The drunken men's friends ran away<br/>He cleaned Blackfyre from blood, and put it back in it's sheath, while saying to his men:<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Let's find another tavern. It seems that they don't like us here.""</span>He opened the door and left the tavern, followed by the others. Soon, they disappeared in the night<br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/ZV6KQOP.png""/>"
14716,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=325,2015-01-03T12:44:00,Yngen,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Night's Watch<br/>Guenyvar</span><br/><br/>Guenyvar laughed.<br/>""I'm no<span style=""font-style: italic"">lady</span>, Lord Commander. I'm just the castellan's daughter, but I thank you for the welcome all the same.""<br/>She took a sip of her ale, but she wasn't a heavy drinker. Or more, she was, she just knew she didn't have the stomach for it.<br/>""So tell us more about this threat, eh? What have we let ourselves in for?"""
14717,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=325,2015-01-03T12:52:00,Krugmar,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">The Nights Watch</span> <br/>Castle Black<br/>Triston Gaunt, Lord Commander of the Nights Watch</span></div><hr/><br/><br/>Triston turned to Guneyvar, his smile slowly faded. ""I will not lie to you Guenyvar, you and your men are in for a rough time. Everything here will try to kill you, the weather, food and the natives. The wildlings are the true threat we face, though their numbers have been notably smaller since... since they attempted the attack on the wall thirty years ago"" said Triston, pausing and omitting the massacre that happened almost three decades ago.<br/><br/>""But wildlings are not monsters that we should fear. If you travel to the Lands of Always Winter then I guarantee you will find true monsters"" continued Triston. He remembered seeing the giants in the attack on the Wall, remembered hearing about Samwell talking endlessly about the Others.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Who knew what was truly out there?</span>.<br/><br/>Triston was interrupted by one of his brothers,<span style=""font-style: italic"">a boy outside the walls?</span>. ""Bring him in, give him some food and something to drink. Then bring him to us, I wish to hear what he has to say"" said Triston. The brother went running out of the Great Hall, back to the strange boy who had just arrived."
14718,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=325,2015-01-03T13:57:00,Atletius,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Rydon Steele, The Wall</span><br/><br/>Rydon drank deeply from his ale.<br/><br/>""Aye I've heard much about the threats from the far north. Tell us all Commander Gaunt, is another long night approaching?""<br/><br/>Fabian didn't drink, and he sat next to his brother, his eyes darker than usual. He turned to Guenyvar.<br/>""You said, you were a castellans daughter. If I may inquire as to who your father serves? I saw the arms of House Bolton outside.""<br/><br/>Rydon turned sharply to his younger brother, ""Fabian, the Wall is no place for this talk."" Fabian, was silenced.<br/>Rydon again turned to Gaunt.<br/>""I'm afraid I cannot stay long Lord Commander. I'm needed at home and further south. The tourney down in Kings Landing worries me. And I haven't seen Lord Stark for some time, it's about time I visit Winterfell again. With your permission I'll only stay the night.""<br/><br/>Rydon drank more of his ale. ""My brother and the company of men who will arrive at Dawn will stay. I will ride south with my household guard in the morrow.""<br/>He turned to Gaunt.<br/>""Lord Commander, please, take this as a gift."" He pulled out a dagger, the hilt of which was embellished with silver veins. ""Not practical I'm afraid, not much use here at the Wall, but take it as a reaffirmation of House Steele's commitment to the Nights Watch. Please.""<br/>Rydon knelt and offered the dagger to Gaunt."
14719,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=325,2015-01-03T14:22:00,Yngen,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Wall, Castle Black<br/>Guenyvar</span><br/><br/>The young woman smiled in return, her face seemingly guileless.<br/>""Why yes, my father is Steelshanks Walton, castellan to Lord Karsten Bolton, Lord of the Dreadfort, and these,"" she gestured to the men in various states of intoxication ""are Bolton men, under my command. Seems it's only Stark bannermen as take the words of the Night's Watch seriously, eh?"""
14720,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=325,2015-01-03T14:44:00,Atletius,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Fabian Steele, The Wall</span><br/>The woman was polite, Fabian had to give her that. But there was something in her smile that disturbed him. He didn't know if he was imagining it, he easily could be, it had been a long ride in a short time from Windholm. She seemed to friendly to be sworn to the Boltons.<br/><br/>But, he laughed, ""Aye, the southerners wouldn't know the wildling threat if they had a wilding spear up their arses. I don't believe I've met your father. Or Lord Bolton for that matter.""<br/><br/>He stared at the woman, Guenyvar, intently. Women outfitted for war were rare outside of Bear Island. Fabian had no doubt many a Reachman would convulse at the sight of her. Pompous fools, a woman can wield a blade just as well as any man.<br/><br/>""So..."" Fabian gave out an awkward cough, running a hand through his hair."
14721,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=325,2015-01-03T14:58:00,Majestic Draconia,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Dayne""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Phalnia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=23005981#p23005981"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Edric Dayne<br/>Tourney Stands</span><br/><br/>Lord Edric was talking with a nobleman he had met, when a figure caught his eye. He had only seen the man a few times, but recognized him instantly. It was his liege lord, Prince Deren Martell making his way through the crowd. Lord Dayne excused himself from his current conversation and turned to the approaching Lord of Sunspear, his wife and daughters joining him. As the Prince neared, Edric bowed deeply Elizba, Ashara, and Rache curtsied.<br/><br/>""My liege, it is an honor to see you. I was not expecting you. Did you arrive by ship?"" Asked Lord Dayne, trying not to pry too severely.</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Prince Deren</span><br/><br/>""The honor is mine lord Dayne."" The Prince returned his bannerman's bow. ""I am glad to see that I am not the only representative of Dorne to make the journey. This wedding seems to be<span style=""font-style: italic"">the</span>event to be at. And if this tourney is any indication the wedding will be a crowded affair."" The Prince turned his gaze to the mass of people present, before he turned back to Edric. ""Yes, my company and I sailed up on<span style=""font-style: italic"">Nymeria's Blade</span>."" He motioned to the twenty Martell men standing about.<br/><br/>His eye was once again drawn away and to the field. He had spied the sigil of the Dayne's and the glint of a large sword. He recognized the sword as Dawn, and assumed the man attached to it was Tomos Dayne, the Sword of the Morning, one of the greatest swordsmen in Dorne. ""Your son, Lord Dayne?"" Asked Deren, motioning towards the knight."
14722,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=325,2015-01-03T15:08:00,New Granadeseret,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Steffon Baratheon-Swann</span><br/><br/>""That shoulden't..."" he began, before glancing around to insure there was nobody too close, leaning in so he could whisper the next sentence into her ear. It was no secret, after all, the sort of reputation Loras had among many of the ladies, and if gossip started to spread. ""We actually had a conversation just last night. He seems rather smitten with my sister. I'm certain I can get a few moments of his time."" It was one of the few bits of influence he could pull at this point... but, at the very least, it might help build up his mystique and power as a great lord.<br/><br/>He was just about to take her hand and lead her up into the stands; the crowds starting to drift in and not wanting to have to scuffle his way though, before he noticed the food tents were opened; catching the back of one well-dressed lord slipping inside. ""Of course, my lady. Shall I fetch us some drinks first though? We might have to wait awhile to get anything brought up."""
14723,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=325,2015-01-03T15:47:00,Asyir,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Novae Vitae <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=23011766#p23011766"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Paramount Loras Tyrell<br/>The Tourney Grounds, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>""Unfortunately,"" Loras said, ""politics has dictated that my interests be placed elsewhere."" His eyes lingered on Olyvar for a second too long.<br/><br/>Then he focused again on Ryndar, smiling. ""However, I know a certain Lord Baratheon that has requested help in finding a match for himself. He is quite modest, as I understand him, but his name would be an excellent match for someone as high as a Hightower.""</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Sers Ryndar and Olyvar Hightower, The Tourney Grounds</span><br/><br/>Ryndar held back his look of disappointment with Loras's response. He had assumed Loras was implying a marriage with Edeline, although a marriage with the Baratheon's wouldn't be so bad. He had heard that they were an honorable folk, and Ryndar felt Edeline would be happy, as she had always wanted to see the Stormlands.<br/><br/>Ryndar noticed Loras's long gaze on Olyvar. It was rather odd, how long the two stared upon each other's eyes. Their gaze seemed more than platonic. It seemed almost romantic.<br/><br/>Ryndar dismissed the notion immediately, focusing on the conversation at large, rather then ponder such unimportant matters. ""A marriage with the Baratheons? Aye, I would accept that. I would however like to meet Lord Baratheon himself before we press further on with this. While I greatly trust you, my liege, I don't want to send my sister off to some lord I haven't had the pleasure of meeting."""
14724,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=325,2015-01-03T15:49:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Riliane Wendwater </span><br/><br/>Loras was smitten with Lassa Baratheon!? Lassa fucking Baratheon?! Riliane began internally fuming and exploding with rage. How could Loras have been seduced by some little whore who wouldn't even let anyone touch her!? Was he mad or blind? Maybe it would be okay though, surely when Loras laid eyes upon her and saw her beauty compared to that of the Baratheons he'd never even think of laying his eyes on Lassa Baratheon again!<br/><br/>Riliane was torn out of her little fantasies and dreams when Steffon began to ask if she wanted anything to drink. At first she thought he meant wine and was slightly disgusted that Steffon would want to get a young maiden drunk so early in the morning but then realized he was just being kind. Riliane nodded sheepishly and followed the Baratheon."
14725,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=325,2015-01-03T15:55:00,Novae Vitae,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Paramount Loras Tyrell<br/>The Tourney Grounds, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>""Indeed, that would be quite appropriate,"" Loras agreed. ""You're regard for your sister is quite honorable, Ser Ryndar. Would you like me to introduce you to Lord Baratheon now, or later while dining?"""
14726,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=325,2015-01-03T16:04:00,New Granadeseret,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Steffon Baratheon-Swann</span><br/><br/>Steffon looked in befuddled amazement as Riliane just stood there, brows furrowing slightly, muscles taunt and jaw clenched. There was something... off about her reaction. Hadn't he'd just told her he could get her what she wanted? Shown some basic concern for her needs? He pulled his head back slightly, eyebrow raised as he was momentarily confused... and than the answer came crashing down on him. This is exactly what he'd been afraid of... turning the entire female population of The Seven Kingdoms on them.<br/><br/>She didn't seem to make any effort to explain afterwards either... though the way she nodded; obviously highly concerned with how she'd just behaved, gave him some idea her thoughts hadn't exactly been about the weather. He kept close to her side, a foot or so in front of her as he went into the drink tent... deciding he'd rather avoid the wine and mead; tempting as it was, he'd rather not make a fool out of himself later, and inside requested some honied milk; sweet, cool for the warm day ahead, and healthful enough. He walked out with a pair of steins, handing on to Riliane before leading her back to the spot he'd found near the center of the stands; admiring the perfect view down onto the fields."
14727,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=325,2015-01-03T16:07:00,Asyir,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Sers Ryndar and Olyvar Hightower, The Tourney Grounds</span><br/><br/>""She's my little sister my liege. I would fight through the flames of dragonfire for her, if I had too, like I would for my brother here,"" Ser Ryndar said, as he turned his gaze upon his brother. He turned back to Loras,""I would prefer to meet Lord Baratheon sooner rather then later."""
14728,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=325,2015-01-03T16:17:00,Novae Vitae,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Paramount Loras Tyrell<br/>The Tourney Grounds, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>""I would have done much the same for my older brother, Seven spare his soul,"" Loras said. ""And as you will, Ser Ryndar. I would be glad to help you find Lord Baratheon, but I must regret that I cannot stay to speak. Matters regarding how to deal with His Grace call my attention.""<br/><br/>With that, Loras held open the tent's flap for Ser Ryndar."
14729,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=325,2015-01-03T16:31:00,Yngen,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Castle Black<br/>Guenyvar</span><br/><br/>She shrugged. ""Lord Bolton was a captive in King's Landing after the previous Lord Bolton was executed for treason. He was raised as a southron and a knight, but was reached maturity and was released just in time to take Lord Stark's side during the war that followed the death of King Jon and Queen Daenarys. He was stripped of his knighthood, but left in command of the Dreadfort in the peace that followed, and since then he's spent most of his time, well...""<br/>She gestured at the troops behind her.<br/>""We make sure our blades are sharp.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">King's Landing,<br/>Tourney Grounds</span><br/><br/>The Bolton party made their way to the tourney grounds early, where a small tent had been set up with the banner of the flayed man hanging over the doorway. Karsten was one of only two who were participating in the lists from the Dreadfort. He was wearing his bone-white plate armour, with red-painted chainmail and padding underneath. His helmet looked faintly skeletal, and his horse was a pale white mare. His companion, Gunnar Raedwald, wore his tall horned greathelm and looked like the Mountain born again, in grim grey plate, though were the two men to have stood side by side the Mountain would have proven the larger."
14730,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=325,2015-01-03T16:39:00,Atletius,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Fabian Steele, The Wall</span><br/><br/>Fabian laughed heartily. ""Well I can't say My family were friends of the old Lords Bolton, but I see no reason relations can't return to, healthier lands now."" He gestured to a nearby Steele Household Guard to get him a drink, the man sighed and walked off.<br/><br/>""And we two are to newcomers here at the wall, comrades-in-arms. I would rather have a friend at my back in these times, not an enemy.""<br/><br/>The Household Guardsmen returned with an ale for Fabian.<br/>""A toast perhaps, to renewed friendship between House Steele, House Bolton and their honourable people such as yourself.""<br/><br/>He lifted his ale."
14731,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=325,2015-01-03T16:47:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Riliane Wendwater</span><br/><br/>Riliane was relieved when Steffon exited the tent not with mead or wine but with what looked like milk (though there was a possibility that it may just have been some weird northern drink) Riliane had no intention of getting drunk and was happy to see that Steffon didn't want to get her drunk either. She accepted a stein of the drink and drunk it happily, enjoying the cool, sweet flavour of the milk which she assumed had been sweetened in some way.<br/><br/>Steffon soon took her up into the stands, and he had clearly put some thought into where they would be seated. Picking out a near-perfect spot from which they could see everything. Riliane hoped the view wouldn't be spoiled by any of the other spectators. Riliane sat back on her seat, with her milk; content."
14732,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=325,2015-01-03T16:51:00,Arana,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Tourney Grounds, King's Landing, Crownlands<br/>Aerion I Targaryen, King of the Andals, the Rhoynar, and the First Men, Lord of the Seven Kingdoms</span><br/><br/>As Loras walked away, Dame Brienne scoffed after him, removing her hand from the king's shoulder.<br/><br/>""As if a Tyrell knows anything of honesty.""<br/><br/>Aerion was about to ask her what she meant, but was interrupted by the arrival of Lord Tyrosus on... whatever it was he was riding. It definitely wasn't a horse, that much was blatantly obvious, but whatever it was, it was certainly interesting.<br/><br/>""Greetings, Lord Tyrosus. No need to apologize. I fear if you had come to meet with me I may have been occupied anyways. Much has happened lately, and there has been far too much for everyone to do. As for the tourney, I do plan on competing, yes. I trust you and your... mount will be competing as well?""<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Kosrak, Lhazar, Ghiscari Empire<br/>Viserys Targaryen, Khal of the Great Grass Sea</span><br/><br/>Viserys sighed. He should have known that Aemon wouldn't see reason. He wasn't sure whether Aemon actually doubted that he would continue raiding were he to refuse, or whether Aemon truly would rather have war than pay him off like the Free Cities had. Whatever the case, things weren't working out how Viserys had hoped. If only Aemon could see things his way...<br/><br/>""Don't be a fool, Brother. We both know that before long, another khalasar, either mine or a rival, will be here raiding again. If you were to promise us a regular tribute, which the Free Cities of the west were more than willing to do, not only would you be safe from my khalasar, but you would be safer from others as well. I have no wish to harm you or your empire, but unless they have something to gain from peace, my people have no such issues with doing so.""<br/><br/>Getting an idea in his head, Viserys slowly approached his brother and Rhaegal, trying to get closer without seeming as if he was about to attack.<br/><br/>""Brother... our uncle, who I was named after, once intended to ally himself with the Dothraki in order to gain his crown. As we both know, in the end he did get it... just not in the way intended. But if it hadn't been for the unfortunate death of Khal Drogo, his khalasar would have placed Mother on the Iron Throne. Perhaps, rather than just paying us tribute, some further deal could be made? Westeros sits just across the Narrow Sea, with our brother on your throne... perhaps you could use the support? Or, less than that, it is no secret that not all of your empire enjoys being a part of it... even as a child, I could tell.""<br/><br/>Looking out at his khalasar below him, Viserys frowned. If Aemon were to just listen... in his mind, it was a good enough agreement, and he hoped, if their mother had been alive, that she would have thought the same. She was a khaleesi... she would have understood. But she was gone, cut down by those Tyrell bastards. If Aemon were to accept, he knew that his people would be thrilled at the prospect of avenging their khaleesi's death.<br/><br/>""There are three paths to take, Brother. Peace through tribute, cooperation, or war. I sincerely hope you see things my way, but if not... there is little I can do.""<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Castle Black, The Wall, The Night's Watch<br/>Raven Snow</span><br/><br/>Raven was escorted into the castle by one of the Crows, and followed close behind him. He tried to look as innocent as possible, wiping some of the blood from his chin and making his clothes more disheveled. He needed to gain the trust of the Watch, and to do that, he needed to prevent any suspicion. Just long enough for Oran and his men to return, carrying the Horn of Winter. Then, the frozen monstrosity that was the Wall would finally come down. Before meeting with the Lord Commander, he was taken to find something to eat and drink. He ate as if he hadn't in days, partially because he was truly hungry, partially because he was, and partially because he needed to look like it. When he finished, he was taken to meet the Lord Commander. Standing in front of him, Raven made a point of looking scared, his blade hidden beneath his clothes.<br/><br/>""Greetings, sir. Please... I wish to join the Watch."""
14733,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=325,2015-01-03T16:54:00,Asyir,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ser Ryndar Hightower, The Tourney Grounds</span><br/><br/>Ser Ryndar turned back towards his brother, as he neared the tent flap that Loras was holding. ""Olyvar, you should remain here. Do some sparring. You'll need it later.""<br/><br/>""Yes brother,"" Olyvar said dutifully. He gazed upon Loras,""see you later my lord. Have fun dealing with His Grace.""<br/><br/>Ryndar stepped through the opening, and bright sunlight nearly blinded him. He turned around,""it's bright today Lord Loras. A grand day for a tourney I'd say. Let's hope the weather remains nice and dry. Wouldn't want anyone to slip and fall tragically during the melee."""
14734,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=325,2015-01-03T17:08:00,Atletius,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Jaime Steele, Kings Landing, Tourney Grounds</span><br/><br/>Riding toward the King, Jaime saw he was conversing with, a man on a cow it seemed. Odd, Jaime chuckled to himself.<br/>""Never in my life seen a cow ridden to battle before. I suppose the Gods have a sense of humour after all."" Jaime made note to search for a godswood somewhere in Kings Landing if one existed, he believed one lied in the Red Keep, and no doubt his noble birth would give him access to it. He meant to offer prayer to the gods for their blessing in the coming fight.<br/><br/>He rode toward the King and the cow knight.<br/><br/>""Greeting my King, profuse apologies for my rude interruption, I am Jaime Steele, brother of Lord Rydon of Windholm to the North, the first of my House to meet your grace I believe, and thought it best to introduce myself on behalf on my family.""<br/>He did a slight bow on his house.<br/><br/>""And , who may you be? Riding to battle atop such a beast? I do hope I shall have the pleasure of fighting you in the melee later."""
14735,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=325,2015-01-03T17:08:00,Phalnia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Edric Dayne<br/>Tourney Stands</span><br/><br/>""I am glad arrived safely, my prince."" Replied Edric with sincerity. He genuinely liked Deren and appreciated his even-handedness when it came to matters of rule in Dorne. His eyes followed as his liege motioned. He had indeed indicated Ser Tomos who was mounted on and amongst his fathers sworn knights.<br/><br/>""It is indeed my son and heir, Tomos. My wife, daughters and I are excited to see him compete today."" The aged lord smiled as he looked at his son, sitting atop a fine horse in shinning armor, before speaking again. ""Would you mind if we sat Prince Deren? My legs aren't quite what they used to be. He waited for the Prince to sit.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ser Tomos<br/>Tourney Fields</span><br/><br/>The knight sat in his saddle exchanging small talk and laughing with the knights from Starfall. Despite enjoying their company, Tomos was eager for the events to begin. He hated the waiting that preceded a tourney. All the knights must dress and arrive. The nobles must make their entrances and find the most prominent seat they could in the stands, and the smallfolk must be present to witness the glory.<br/><br/>As he pondered the nature of tournaments and jousts his eye was drawn to the a most peculiar sight. A man in bull headed pauldrons and an unfamiliar tabard rode by on a large bovine. Tomos was no herdsman, but he knew the difference between a horse and a cow. And this man was riding a cow, or rather a bull. Stranger still, he rode up to the King and began a conversation.<br/><br/>Tomos shrugged it off and returned to his conversation with the knights, taking a drink from a waterskin, diligently provided by his squire."
14736,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=325,2015-01-03T17:26:00,Novae Vitae,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Ryndar Hightower""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Asyir <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=23014990#p23014990"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ser Ryndar Hightower, The Tourney Grounds</span><br/><br/>Ser Ryndar turned back towards his brother, as he neared the tent flap that Loras was holding. ""Olyvar, you should remain here. Do some sparring. You'll need it later.""<br/><br/>""Yes brother,"" Olyvar said dutifully. He gazed upon Loras,""see you later my lord. Have fun dealing with His Grace.""<br/><br/>Ryndar stepped through the opening, and bright sunlight nearly blinded him. He turned around,""it's bright today Lord Loras. A grand day for a tourney I'd say. Let's hope the weather remains nice and dry. Wouldn't want anyone to slip and fall tragically during the melee.""</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Paramount Loras Tyrell<br/>The Tourney Grounds, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>""How horrible that would be,"" Loras said. He resisted the urge to smirk at the comment.<br/><br/>""Come, Lord Hightower,"" he said after a moment looking at the sun. ""Let us find Lord Baratheon."" With that, the two went to look for him."
14737,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=325,2015-01-03T17:32:00,Krugmar,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">The Nights Watch</span> <br/>Castle Black<br/>Triston Gaunt, Lord Commander of the Nights Watch</span></div><hr/><br/><br/>Triston turned to face Lord Rydon, ""I am not sure whether this is going to be another Long Night, our Maester knows more on the subject. If you bother to even try to talk to him, he rarely answers our questions"". It was true, the Maester was an old goat of a man, not worthy of the office that Aemon once held. He had been sent to replace Aemon's successor some sixteen years ago. Aemon's successor, Tryston, had been a good man but an unlucky one. He had managed to cut himself trying to knife open a letter, the cut became infected and he later died. Then the 'Old Goat' replaced him and getting anything done at the Wall became a real hassle.<br/><br/>Triston waited patiently while Rydon told his brother off and then listened to what he had to say. ""I understand Lord Rydon, your presence here has been an honour"". Triston was surprised when Lord Rydon got up and knelt before him, before pulling out a dagger and holding it out to him.<br/><br/>""The Watch thanks you Lord Rydon"" said Triston, carefully taking the dagger out of his hands and holding it up. ""We shall have it hung here, in the Great Hall. But I must protest my Lord, you needn't bow before a simple watcher on the wall"" continued Triston.<br/><br/>Triston then returned to his seat, happy with how events seemed to be playing out. He noticed the young boy, looking quite haggard, walk slowly up to his bench. He listened to him speak and thought over the proposal for a few seconds. ""I would be a fool to turn down help in these times, though I will not have you taking your vows until you are a man"" he said to the boy. ""Tell me, what is your name and where do you come from?"" he continued, keen to know more about this strange boy."
14738,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=325,2015-01-03T17:32:00,New Granadeseret,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Steffon Baratheon-Swann</span><br/><br/>Finally being able to sit back down, Steffon pulled his tome out from under his arm and placed in on the seat to his right; both to free up his hand as well as save a seat for Lassa; lest somebody else try to take the side Riliane wasen't. He took a gentle, dignified sip of the milk; wonderfully refreshing and finally getting his stomach to stop knowing so intensely; the honey thickening it enough that it seemed almost not fully a liquid.<br/><br/>""Its set to be a fairly good match, or so I've been lead to believe,"" he began, making polite conversation. ""The Melee, in particular. I've heard there are warriors all the way from Essos trying to catch our young king's eye with their skills.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lassa Baratheon-Swann</span><br/><br/>The sun was already high in the sky as Lassa awakened... feeling stiff as she'd slept fitfully. After glancing out the window to see just how late it was, however, she found her heart quickening... realizing just how late she was. ""Dear..."" she mumbled to herself as she started to prepare as best she could without her handmaidens... not even bothering to show up, weather turned away by the guards or hung over in the hay with some stablehand, she coulden't say. Her hands fumbled behind as she struggled to tie the laces of her gown; the hem hiked up slightly, halfway to her knees with long black boots beneath; to deal with the problems of what would eventually become a muddy mess as the ground was kicked up by a quarter of King's Landing. It wasen't her best work... the fabric slightly looser than she would prefer, but it would do. She glanced over at her woolen cloak; tossed off haphazardly from the night before... knowing it just woulden't do for a formal event where even the servents would be bothered to wear something more suitable for a royal event. Feeling completely exposed... even a little silly, she reached into the bottom of one of her trunks, pulling out a backup she'd never dared of wearing before; a golden mesh veil, dragon glass droplets hanging from the bottom, which she could fasten into the back of her hair. It was just so ordinate... far too likely to draw attention to herself and her face than she flet comfortable with, but showing up to a tourney dressed like some beggar?<br/><br/>Well... that simply wasn't something ladies did.<br/><br/>She walked out of the room, hands folded over her waist, as she whispered to her door's guard... the man picking up the sound but not able to understand. ""You'll have to speak up, my lady."" He informed her, as delicately as he could... Lassa's breathing picking up and growing shallower as she repeated herself, slightly louder.<br/><br/>""Inform my pavilion I""ll be down shortly."" She instructed him, the guard pausing for a few moments at the unconventional instructions, but rushing down the stairs anyways, Lassa being forced to take the Keep's passages much slower; the elevated heels making it difficult to walk too quickly without stumbling.<br/><br/>When she finally did arrive down at the gates, she saw her escourt had reassembled... some looking a little tired or a tad drunk, but able to keep a firm grip to her platform none the less. Daring to look up, she glanced around, seeing if her handmaidens had arrived... but neither one of them in sight. Not willing to give them any more time, she walked into the mounted tent, settling herself in the chair as she was marched through the city... far too buried in her own throughts and fantacies; something grand and exciting rather than the bloody and Spartan affairs at Storm's End, befitting the epics she'd be raised on, singing some of the songs that came to mind as she rode to distract herself.<br/><br/>Eventually, however, she arrived; after the deafening din of King's Landing had faded and a new, softer surrounding of clomping hooves and the buzz of quiet chatter began. Stepping out of the tent, she looked up; the sunlight coming through the veil giving the world a strong yellow tint, as though everything was plated in a layer of gold, as she made her way to the stands... the protection given by her covering allowing her to keep her head up so long as nobody made direct eye contact and she just kept looking forward. The coloring made its lightly hard for her to make out her brother in the growing crowd, however, wandering half-aimlessely for awhile until she saw a hand raised, waving towards her... seeing Steffon and another lady sitting together as she hustled up to meet them.<br/><br/>""Lord brother..."" she said politiely, almost apologizing. ""Forgive me for my tardiness... and you as well, my lady."" She continued, looking down at the girl's lap... the colored sheen making it so even if she'd known those colors, she coulden't identify her.<br/><br/>""No offence taken."" She heard Steffon speak, comforting her and erasing any doubt this was the right place. ""Lady Wendwater, this is my beloved sister, Lassa Baratheon-Swann."""
14739,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=325,2015-01-03T17:47:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Riliane Baratheon</span><br/><br/>Lassa Baratheon-Swann did not look at all how Riliane expected. When Riliane had heard that Steffon's sister was incredibly shy and disliked being seen in public Riliane had assumed that the woman must have been hideous. Why else would you be so frightened of being seen? But the woman standing in front of her was beautiful. Riliane stared, not in amazement or disgust but in slight shock. It was so different from what she had been expecting. Riliane was almost envious of her... her face wasn't as pretty as Riliane's but her body was much more... womanly. Riliane blushed slightly at her own thoughts and turned her head to take a sip of milk which washed the taste of envy and embarrassment out of her mouth.<br/><br/>Riliane turned back to the woman and smiled brightly at her. It was easy to fake smiles. Her first instinct was to extend her arm for a handshake but she remembered that Lassa disliked being touched and instead stood and curtsied. ""It's a pleasure to meet you my lady, you look rather beautiful today."" Riliane told her. ""I'm lady Riliane Wendwater."" out of the corner of her eye Riliane spotted Loras Tyrell and another man walking around but thought nothing of it and continued to smile at Lassa."
14740,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=325,2015-01-03T17:58:00,Arana,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Castle Black, The Wall, The Night's Watch<br/>Raven Snow</span><br/><br/>Raven went of the story he had concocted in his head, careful to keep his head down and look scared. However, he didn't intend to look like a child. That wouldn't suit him at all.<br/><br/>""Please sir... I need to join the Watch. I'm man enough... thirteen, fourteen in a few months. My name is Raven... Raven Snow. I came from the other side of the Wall... there are<span style=""font-style: italic"">things</span>out there, in the north... they killed most of my clan, and they're coming south, towards the Wall.""<br/><br/>Trembling, he looked up at the Crow, his ice-blue eyes seeming to glow. Shadow stood by his side, licking his hand as if to comfort him.<br/><br/>""The wildlings are coming too... coming to try and attack the Wall like they did before. When they found out my family was going south, they killed my parents before they could warn anyone. I got away... just barely. Please... let me join."""
14741,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=350,2015-01-03T17:59:00,The Imperial Republica,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Maxwell</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Tourney Grounds</span><br/><br/>Maxwell laughed at the remarks of the boy king and the newcomer. ""Aye, Gods be willing, you'll have the pleasure of seeing what a<span style=""font-style: italic"">true</span>battle beast can do!"" Maxwell leaned over and patted his aurochs on the side, winning a deep rumble of what he hoped was affection from it. ""Truth be told, I am a bit rusty in my old age, but hopefully these ancient bones of mine can keep up with you youngsters,"" Maxwell remarked jokingly. ""I hope I will have the pleasure of meeting you two in the melee! I knew your grandfather, Rhaegar, back when we were all younger lads and Aerys wasn't half so mad. I never could unhorse the man. Let's see if you inherited any of that skill eh?"" Maxwell then turned to Jaime and said, ""It was nice to meet you ser. Perhaps we will run into each other again sometime soon?""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ser Bolvar, Castle Black</span><br/><br/>Bolvar might have been half asleep and more than a little drunk, but he still didn't like the look of the wildling newcomer.<span style=""font-style: italic"">The Lord Commander seems to think he's alright. Still...best to have my sword ready just in case something breaks out.</span>The captain made sure his Longsword was still fastened firmly to his hip, and then got up and half walked, half stumbled, to where The Lord Commander and the wilding were talking. On the way he passed the Bolton girl and one of the two lords that had come North.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Strange,</span>he thought,<span style=""font-style: italic"">if I wasn't so drunk I'd think they were flirting.</span>When the captain made it to his destination, he cleared his throat to announce his arrival, and asked, ""is anything wrong?"""
14742,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=350,2015-01-03T18:07:00,Asyir,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ser Ryndar Hightower, The Tourney Grounds</span><br/><br/>The sun's bright rays touched down upon the two as they walked across the grounds, searching for Lord Baratheon. It seemed that the sun began to torch the grounds with its heat. It would be a hot and sweaty tournament for the knights that made the regretful decision to wear full plate.<br/><br/>All around them, there was a great and never ending bustle of activity, ranging from knights training to their squires running about, fetching water and other necessities. Ryndar could see many banners of both great and lesser noble houses. He saw the Kracken of the Greyjoys, the Golden Rose of the Tyrells, the Wolf of the Starks, and others such as the Flayed Man of House Bolton. Despite this, he was more interested in the Blazing Star of house Dayne. Ryndar took notice of a man atop a white horse. He saw a large greatsword slung across the man's back, and Ryndar knew it could be none other than Ser Tomos Dayne. Had Ryndar not have been accompyig Loras, he would've enjoyed to visit with Ser Tomos before the melee, but his liege lord and house come before personal matters.<br/><br/>The two walked for awhile longer, before they soon found themselves at the foot of the stands. Looking at Loras, Ryndar asked politely,""which one is he? I have not yet met him, so his appearance and likelihood are unknown to me."""
14743,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=350,2015-01-03T18:08:00,New Granadeseret,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Baratheon-Swanns</span><br/><br/>Lassa watched this new woman; looking down at her as best she could through the obscuring veil. Riliane seemed so... forward, easily able to present herself so formally and behave so naturally even in front of her brother. Her face was something she herself would have to spend days painting, as though molded from porcelain, eyes warm and inviting. She tilted her head down, suddenly feeling as though she was bare, exposed... doing her best to recover as she moved one hand to her breast, the other lifting her skirt in a sort of bow-curtsy mixture. ""The pleasure I all mine, Lady Wendwater."" She answered, meek as a mouse, concentration broken, the reality of the growing set in on her. Steffon kept turning his look between the two ladies, casually taking a gulp from his cup, giving Lassa a chance. Perhaps this would work out?<br/><br/>As she held the position for several seconds, her dress waving slightly as her hand shuddered, he decided he needed to intervene, pulling his tome back onto his lap. ""Please, sit down."" He offered, patting the bench next to him. So quick was Lassa to take his offer that she actually brushed against the top of Steffon's hand as he pulled it away, to both their embarrassment.<br/><br/>""Lady Lassa here is one of the finest artists among the noble ladies."" He explained to Riliane, trying to build back up Lassa's confidence while redeeming her in his guests eyes. ""She has some amazing works hanging in Storm's End. She knows true beauty and it always makes her a little... excited."""
14744,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=350,2015-01-03T18:31:00,Majestic Draconia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Deren Martell<br/>Tourney Grounds</span><br/><br/>""Of course, lord Dayne."" Deren took the closest seat, placing one ankle over the other knee. He examined the now raised boot. It was covered in muck and the leather smudged. He took several minutes to wipe the smudges and dig the muck out of the bottom with a knife fro his boot. Having cleaned them to the best of his abilities, he sighed and looked up. He wished there was a way to scrape the smell from himself. Only then did he realize that he had ignored his companions.<br/><br/>""You must forgive me, lord Edric. This city it is so different from Sunspear. It will take some time to acclimate."" He looked at the man. Perhaps he was older than he seemed. Though he recalled that as a boy he had heard that a young Edric adventured with an infamous Brotherhood. Perhaps old war wounds had acted up?"
14745,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=350,2015-01-03T18:36:00,Krugmar,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">The Nights Watch</span> <br/>Castle Black<br/>Triston Gaunt, Lord Commander of the Nights Watch</span></div><hr/><br/><br/>""Everything is fine Captain"" said Triston, annoyed at being interrupted but also glad that this Captain was taking a particular interest in the safety of his hall. Triston turned back to the haggard.<span style=""font-style: italic"">. boy... man? </span>. He was unsure what to make of him. The speech he gave was convincing in some ways, but some of it just didn't feel right.<br/><br/>Triston leant over to Satin and whispered in his ear ""Keep your eye on this one"", before returning to his original position. He scratched his chin for a few moments, deliberating over what to do.<br/><br/>It was then that he found perhaps a small flaw in Raven's story, one that he would have to inquire further into. ""If you are attempting to escape these wildlings... then why are you here, trying to join the Watch? You could have escaped further south and perhaps joined regular society, yet you came here, why?"" asked Triston. It was something he just couldn't quite understand."
14746,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=350,2015-01-03T18:41:00,The Imperial Republica,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Maxwell Tyrosus</span><br/><br/>After Maxwell excused himself from Steele and Aerion, he made his way over to the Baratheon tent to tie up his mount and look for Steffon. ""Lord Steffon!"" Maxwell bellowed as he entered the tent. ""Lord Baratheon, are you here?"" The tent was empty except for a few men at arms and 2 of Maxwell's knights who payed him no mind.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Where has Steffon disappeared to now?</span>Maxwell thought to himself. It was then that he spotted Loras and Rynadar making their way to the stands.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Perhaps they're looking for Steffon as well. Why else would they be going to the stands?</span>Without another thought, he started towards the stands."
14747,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=350,2015-01-03T18:52:00,Arana,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Castle Black, The Wall, The Night's Watch<br/>Raven Snow</span><br/><br/>Raven could tell some of the men around him didn't trust him. It didn't matter. One way or another, they would eventually. Shadow growled at the man the Lord Commander was whispering to, as if he could hear what the two were saying. The growl was silenced when Raven rubbed under his chin.<br/><br/>""The answer to that is simple, sir. I feared that those in the south wouldn't accept me... and, more so, I hoped that I could help hold the Wall against the evil things that are coming out of the north. The thing is... well, you could use somebody like me... I know it."""
14748,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=350,2015-01-03T19:01:00,Novae Vitae,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Paramount Loras Tyrell<br/>The Tourney Grounds, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>Loras looked around for a moment, but then he saw Steffon and approached him rapidly. ""This way Lord Hightower,"" Loras said, gesturing for Hightower to follow him.<br/><br/>""Lord Baratheon,"" Loras called at his approach, ""I hope I am not interrupting. His is Ser Ryndar Hightower, heir-apparent to his father Lord Hightower. He has come to discuss matters of marriage concerning his sister, Edeline.""<br/><br/>Loras finished his introduction, paused, then said, ""I wish I could acquaint the two of you better, truly, but there are matters I must swiftly attend to. Good day, Lord Baratheon.""<br/><br/>His eyes moved swiftly over the two women. ""And to you, Lady Baratheon, I presume. And . . . Lady Wendwater. Your House was quite the gossip of smallfolk in the northern Reach some time ago, did you know? But I can say no more.""<br/><br/>Very apparently in a rush, Loras departed the four and made his way to his tent. He had spent more time than anticipated with the Hightowers and wished to speak with the sellsword immediately, should it prove he was there.<br/><br/>Thank the Seven that he was, but Hobber Redwyne was as well. Loras paused by the sellsword, pulling ten more dragons from his purse and giving them to him. ""A moment more,"" Loras said, then he turned to Ser Redwyne.<br/><br/>""I presume you wished to speak?"" Loras said. ""Please, do come in,"" Loras said, holding up the flap to his tent.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">First Ranger Satin<br/>Castle Black, the Wall</span><br/><br/>Satin gave the Lord Commander a nod and turned to face the boy. ""You sound brave,"" Satin said, smiling, remembering how young he had been when he had joined the Wall. ""Brave like a ranger. But you'll have to be more specific. You have to understand that rangers can't go around looking for unseen armies. What exactly are these evil things?"""
14749,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=350,2015-01-03T19:48:00,Arana,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Castle Black, The Wall, The Night's Watch<br/>Raven Snow</span><br/><br/>Raven looked up at the other man, his ice-blue eyes scanning him. Shadow and Bryn did the same, Shadow leaning up against Raven's side, and Bryn sitting on his shoulder.<br/><br/>""They were cold things, with white skin and blue eyes like ice... and...<span style=""font-style: italic"">dead</span>things, except they weren't dead... I don't know..."""
14750,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=350,2015-01-03T19:56:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Riliane Wendwater</span><br/><br/>Riliane smiled at Lassa, rapidly learning that everything Steffon had said about her was true. The woman seemed to be shrinking, she was visibly shaken and nervous. Riliane smiled and tried to get her to grow more comfortable. ""I love paintings, I'm sure your's are beautiful my lady. I was supposed to get my portrait painted once but my house isn't very rich."" Riliane didn't understand what Steffon said when he talked about ""true beauty"" but decided not to ask.<br/><br/>As Riliane tried to ease Lassa, forgetting that only a short while ago she was internally swearing death upon her she looked up to see lord Loras Tyrell approaching. Her heart seemed to stop and she blushed deeply. She was amazed that he knew her name and wondered about what rumors his vassals were spreading. But... just like that he was gone! Riliane's mouth was half-open as she prepared to say something but Loras had just turned and vanished. Not to mention that now right in front of her Steffon was discussing getting married to some other girl. Riliane grumbled and propped her head up with her hand as she looked away from Steffon and Lassa, not wanting to look at them in case she got angry."
14751,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=350,2015-01-03T20:06:00,Novae Vitae,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">First Ranger Satin<br/>Castle Black, The Wall</span><br/><br/>Satin leaned over towards the Lord Commander. ""He is describing Others, my lord,"" he said quietly. ""And look at his eyes. I saw an Other, once, in the Great Ranging. Incredibly similar.""<br/><br/>Then Satin looked back towards the boy. ""Do you remember how many there were?"""
14752,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=350,2015-01-03T20:30:00,New Granadeseret,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Baratheon-Swanns</span><br/><br/>For a moment, everything seemed to he perfect and peaceful for both of them: Lassa had a familer face close by, sitting between her and this new woman as they both spoke kindly of her, Steffon had her sitting still and not making a scene, there wasn't a cloud in the sky as the fields were starting to come alive in earnest, a small city of tents full of lords, knights, and mercenaries keen preparing to face off in the grandest tournament the Seven Kingdoms had seen in three king's time.<br/><br/>It was quickly shattered, however, by Loras's words. At first, Steffon looked up, acknowledging his equal's presence and preparing to wish him good luck at the tournament. It would also be pretty hard not to recognize the Hightowers; arguably the most powerful house without a Lord Paramount title, Ryndar's imposing figure certainly enough to grab his attention. It was the end of his greeting that caused him to wince... was it normal to say such things in front of another noble lady, who had no other reason to be there than enjoying his company? He'd heard Loras could be a bit... cavalier with his women, but that almost seemed purposefully disrespectful.<br/><br/>He didn't have time to think all that through before Loras turned his back, however. ""Best on luck on the fields today, Lord Tyrell."" He called back, raising his glass to him. He found himself looking between Ser Ryndar... standing there, silent and stern, and Riliane, who coulden't have possibly taken this well. His eyes were wide and mouth left slightly ajar; obviously stunned by how blunt and sudden everything was, struggling to grasp the find the right words to recover.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, Lassa sat there; the blush on her face hidden and furiously rubbing her thumbs together as she heard Loras's voice. Rare was a woman in the Seven Kingdoms who haden't at least once taken his image to bed with her, and she was no exception... and Steffon's words that he was thinking of marriage no doubt made her feel even more excited by his presence, but he had sounded... dismissive, rushed. Obviously, he has more important things to worry about that her; the sullen shut-in, as she didn't even dare to respond, bitting down on her lower lip.<br/><br/>""Ser..."" Steffon finally decided, shifting his body to face the Hightower. ""Fancy meeting you here. It's a little... forward for you spring such a suggestion in the middle of such a crowd."" He glanced around; other spectators clearly close enough to hear what was being said, his defensive instincts kicking in... his formerly jovel spirit clamping down, the gates to his mind and heart slamming shut as he prepared to start sniffing."
14753,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=350,2015-01-03T21:00:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Novae Vitae <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=23016443#p23016443"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Paramount Loras Tyrell<br/>The Tourney Grounds, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>Loras looked around for a moment, but then he saw Steffon and approached him rapidly. ""This way Lord Hightower,"" Loras said, gesturing for Hightower to follow him.<br/><br/>""Lord Baratheon,"" Loras called at his approach, ""I hope I am not interrupting. His is Ser Ryndar Hightower, heir-apparent to his father Lord Hightower. He has come to discuss matters of marriage concerning his sister, Edeline.""<br/><br/>Loras finished his introduction, paused, then said, ""I wish I could acquaint the two of you better, truly, but there are matters I must swiftly attend to. Good day, Lord Baratheon.""<br/><br/>His eyes moved swiftly over the two women. ""And to you, Lady Baratheon, I presume. And . . . Lady Wendwater. Your House was quite the gossip of smallfolk in the northern Reach some time ago, did you know? But I can say no more.""<br/><br/>Very apparently in a rush, Loras departed the four and made his way to his tent. He had spent more time than anticipated with the Hightowers and wished to speak with the sellsword immediately, should it prove he was there.<br/><br/>Thank the Seven that he was, but Hobber Redwyne was as well. Loras paused by the sellsword, pulling ten more dragons from his purse and giving them to him. ""A moment more,"" Loras said, then he turned to Ser Redwyne.<br/><br/>""I presume you wished to speak?"" Loras said. ""Please, do come in,"" Loras said, holding up the flap to his tent.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">First Ranger Satin<br/>Castle Black, the Wall</span><br/><br/>Satin gave the Lord Commander a nod and turned to face the boy. ""You sound brave,"" Satin said, smiling, remembering how young he had been when he had joined the Wall. ""Brave like a ranger. But you'll have to be more specific. You have to understand that rangers can't go around looking for unseen armies. What exactly are these evil things?""</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ser Hobber Redwyne</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Tourney Grounds, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>""Lord Tyrell, my father sent me here to inform you and His Grace of our arrival. I trust that you are well?"" Ser Hobber said as he walked inside the tent. ""We've also brought some gifts along for his grace and the other lords.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Brynden Blackwood</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Training Grounds, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>Brynden was out in the training yard, sparring with his heir Hoster. They were trading blows, when suddenly Hoster lost his balance and fell down. ""Keep your balence up Hoster, you can't afford to fall down in the Melee."" He said to his son. Hoster's twin Robb was training with a bow and arrow, trying to get a good shot. He managed to get it close to the bull's eye. ""Good work Robb, keep your weapon steady."" He said. Brynden continued to train."
14754,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=350,2015-01-03T21:08:00,Novae Vitae,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Paramount Loras Tyrell<br/>The Tyrell Tent, the Tourney Grounds, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>""Quite well, Lord Redwyne. Thank you,"" Loras replied. ""I hope your are as well. It would be a pity if someone was unwell on this day.""<br/><br/>Loras paused, considering. Then he asked, ""Tell me, are you participating in the melee today?"""
14755,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=350,2015-01-03T21:11:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Novae Vitae <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=23017864#p23017864"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Paramount Loras Tyrell<br/>The Tyrell Tent, the Tourney Grounds, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>""Quite well, Lord Redwyne. Thank you,"" Loras replied. ""I hope your are as well. It would be a pity if someone was unwell on this day.""<br/><br/>Loras paused, considering. Then he asked, ""Tell me, are you participating in the melee today?""</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ser Hobber Redwyne, Heir to the Arbor</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Tourney Grounds, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>""Aye, my family is well. My uncle has been with us, training us non stop my lord."" He replied.<br/><br/>""No my lord, though I do believe some of my brothers are. Is there something special going on for the winner of the Melee?"""
14756,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=350,2015-01-03T21:12:00,Arana,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Castle Black, The Wall, The Night's Watch<br/>Raven Snow</span><br/><br/>Shadow growled at the man, evidently hearing something he didn't like. Frowning, Raven knelt down and scratched behind the direwolf's ears, then put his arms around his neck.<br/><br/>""Sorry... he doesn't like when people talk about them. He's a bit scared of them to be honest, and there isn't much that scares him. I don't know how many there were, but they killed everyone... my parents and I were some of the only people to get away."""
14757,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=350,2015-01-03T21:26:00,Novae Vitae,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Paramount Loras Tyrell<br/>The Tyrell Tent, the Tourney Grounds, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>""No, I was just wondering how many Reachmen there would be,"" Loras replied nonchalantly. He didn't want to take the chance of enlisting someone for the sheer point of enlisting others.<br/><br/>""Is there anything else you wish to discuss, Lord Redwyne?"" Loras inquired.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">First Ranger Satin<br/>Castle Black, the Wall</span><br/><br/>""That sounds like quite the feat,"" Satin said, ignoring the wolf. He had several knives on his person he would bury in the wolf if it so much as barred its teeth the wrong way.<br/><br/>""Tell me, how did you all escape?"" Satin inquired."
14758,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=350,2015-01-03T21:59:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Novae Vitae <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=23018075#p23018075"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Paramount Loras Tyrell<br/>The Tyrell Tent, the Tourney Grounds, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>""No, I was just wondering how many Reachmen there would be,"" Loras replied nonchalantly. He didn't want to take the chance of enlisting someone for the sheer point of enlisting others. <br/><br/>""Is there anything else you wish to discuss, Lord Redwyne?"" Loras inquired.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">First Ranger Satin<br/>Castle Black, the Wall</span><br/><br/>""That sounds like quite the feat,"" Satin said, ignoring the wolf. He had several knives on his person he would bury in the wolf if it so much as barred its teeth the wrong way.<br/><br/>""Tell me, how did you all escape?"" Satin inquired.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ser Hobber Redwyne, Heir to the Arbor</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Tourney Grounds, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>Hobber shook his head. ""No My lord. I'd best inform the king of my family's arrival and deliver the gifts."""
14759,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=350,2015-01-03T22:07:00,Novae Vitae,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Paramount Loras Tyrell<br/>The Tyrell Tent, the Tourney Grounds, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>""As you will, Lord Redwyne,"" Loras said, escorting him from the tent. Once he was gone, Loras gestured the sellsword in.<br/><br/>""Tell me, are you going to participate in the tourney?"" Loras inquired."
14760,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=350,2015-01-03T22:50:00,The Imperial Republica,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Maxwell Tyrosus</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Tourney Grounds</span><br/><br/>The Grey Fist arrived just in time to see Loras scurry off, leaving behind a very shocked Steffon, Lassa, and...well he didn't recognize the third one, but she looked to be a lady of noble birth. ""My lord Steffon, it is good to see you."" Maxwell strode up Steffon and gave him a pat on the back, being careful not to knock him down, or around. ""This must by your sister, the fair Lady Lassa Baratheon. I've heard much and more about you my lady. I have the pleasure of being Lord Maxwell Tyrosus of Thunderhoof Hall, at your service."" He turned and gave a courteous nod to Lord Hightower and then briefly eyed the other Lady before speaking. ""I am sorry, but I'm afraid I haven't had the pleasure of meeting you,"" he said to the noble woman. He extended forth a hand, and said, ""I am Lord Maxwell, and you are?"""
14761,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=350,2015-01-04T00:31:00,Toronina,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ser Hobber Redwyne, Heir to the Arbor</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Tourney grounds, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>Hobber started to walk over to the King. He had not met the boy before, and it felt weird for some reason, knowing he was older then the king. ""Your Grace."" He called out. ""It's a pleasure to meet you."" He closed the distance, smiling."
14762,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=350,2015-01-04T02:38:00,Atletius,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Jaime Steele, Kings Landing, Tourney Grounds</span><br/><br/>""Aye ser, I shall try to go easy on you in the melee later."" He smiled at the thought. ""Now King, I bid you farewell, I must go see if I can commandeer a tent for myself. It's been an honour, one perhaps I'll shall have again. In the melee perhaps?""<br/><br/>Jaime began to ride away witha slight bow the the King, while riding he saw Loras Tyrell dip into his tent with two other men, he saw the Cow Lord conversing with, who he believed to be Lord Baratheon-Swann, though he couldn't be sure. As he approached the end of the tourney grounds he entered the Training Grounds. Around him many knights and squires and nobles sparring, but one group drew his eye. Blackwoods.<br/><br/>He rode toward them. ""Lord Blackwood, it was been some time since last our families paths crossed, I think not since the War of Five Kings. I am Jaime Steele, son of Tristan, brother of Lord Rydon. It's an honour.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Rydon Steele, The Wall</span><br/><br/>Rydon stood and laughed deeply, his voice loud and booming. ""Haha, no. I would gladly kneel before any man who defends my home and the realm. Lord Commander, my family remember a time the Nights Watch wasn't full of brigands and rogues, a time when it was an honour to take the Black. My family still believe it is.""<br/><br/>He then stood and sat down, glancing over at his brother, who was deep in conversation woth the Bolton girl. He then turned his attention to the young man, nay boy brought in. He described his wish to join the watch. Rydon listened to Satin and the boys conversation intently, only interrupting once, when the boy described the Others.<br/>""Winter is Coming brothers, the Starks are always right in the end.""<br/><br/>There was something about the boy he disliked, his eyes. They were unnatural, a pale blue, like ice. No man had eyes like that, Rydon was sure.<br/><br/>""Lord Commander, Satin, may I make a comment in private?"""
14763,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=350,2015-01-04T02:53:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Atletius <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=23019924#p23019924"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Jaime Steele, Kings Landing, Tourney Grounds</span><br/><br/>""Aye ser, I shall try to go easy on you in the melee later."" He smiled at the thought. ""Now King, I bid you farewell, I must go see if I can commandeer a tent for myself. It's been an honour, one perhaps I'll shall have again. In the melee perhaps?"" <br/><br/>Jaime began to ride away witha slight bow the the King, while riding he saw Loras Tyrell dip into his tent with two other men, he saw the Cow Lord conversing with, who he believed to be Lord Baratheon-Swann, though he couldn't be sure. As he approached the end of the tourney grounds he entered the Training Grounds. Around him many knights and squires and nobles sparring, but one group drew his eye. Blackwoods.<br/><br/>He rode toward them. ""Lord Blackwood, it was been some time since last our families paths crossed, I think not since the War of Five Kings. I am Jaime Steele, son of Tristan, brother of Lord Rydon. It's an honour.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Rydon Steele, The Wall</span><br/><br/>Rydon stood and laughed deeply, his voice loud and booming. ""Haha, no. I would gladly kneel before any man who defends my home and the realm. Lord Commander, my family remember a time the Nights Watch wasn't full of brigands and rogues, a time when it was an honour to take the Black. My family still believe it is.""<br/><br/>He then stood and sat down, glancing over at his brother, who was deep in conversation worth the Bolton girl. He then turned his attention to the young man, nay boy brought in. He described his wish to join the watch. Rydon listened to Satin and the boys conversation intently, only interrupting once, when the boy described the Others.<br/>""Winter is Coming brothers, the Starks are always right in the end.""<br/><br/>There was something about the boy he disliked, his eyes. They were unnatural, a pale blue, like ice. No man had eyes like that, Rydon was sure.<br/><br/>""Lord Commander, Satin, may I make a comment in private?""</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Brynden Blackwood, Lord of Raventree Hall</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Training grounds, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>Brynden nodded at the man. ""Aye, it's been a long time. I met your father once, he was a good man, honorable to. Whatever happened to him?"" He said, holding out his hand for a handshake."
14764,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=350,2015-01-04T03:10:00,Atletius,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Jaime Steele, Kings Landing, Training Grounds.</span><br/>Jaime shook his hand, ""My father spoke highly of you before his death in the Sacking of Kings Landing, killed by a Tyrell while protecting the King."" He shook his head, sighing.<br/><br/>""These your sons?"" He said pointing to the men training. ""The three of you taking part in the melee I assume? I hope our blades do not cross, eh?"""
14765,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=350,2015-01-04T03:57:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Atletius <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=23020035#p23020035"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Jaime Steele, Kings Landing, Training Grounds.</span><br/>Jaime shock his hand, ""My father spoke highly of you before his death in the Sacking of Kings Landing, killed by a Tyrell while protecting the King."" He shook his head, sighing. <br/><br/>""These your sons?"" He said pointing to the men training. ""The three of you taking part in the melee I assume? I hope our blades do not cross, eh?""</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Brynden Blackwood, Lord of Raventree Hall.</span><br/><br/>""Aye, best not speak ill of Tyrell's here. Never know who might here you."" He said , looking around. ""Aye, Hoster, Robb, meet Jaime Steele."" Hoster and Robb also shook his hand. ""Yep, planning to win it, perhaps we could even team up in the Melee, at least until the finals?"""
14766,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=375,2015-01-04T04:45:00,Atletius,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Jaime Steele, Kings Landing</span><br/><br/>Jaime laughed. It was good to meet some people who weren't so, so Kings Landing. So southern.<br/>""Aye, I'll likely keep my misgivings to myself. And I'd be honoured to fight with you in the melee. I am but a stranger here, and gods know an ally would be appreciated.""<br/><br/>He shook all of the men's hands again. ""Till the melee friends, I must go find myself a tent, and more importantly some food and drink. I haven't eaten since the Crossroads. Goodbye.""<br/><br/>With that, He turned and rode away. The Blackwoods were good folk, Jaimes father had spoken highly of the Lords of Raventree Hall, and Jaime was happy to have seen them.<br/><br/>Jaime rode up to a food tent, getting a little bread and meat to quench his hunger, before riding quickly up to the Red Keep. He explained, in an exasperated voice to the guards who he was and why he was there. It took the intervention of a Kingsguard to allow Jaime entry. Once inside the Red Keep, he quickly made his way to the Godswood.<br/><br/>The Red Keep Godswood was far different to the ones home in the north, light and airy, with no Weirwood in sight. The heart tree was a large oak, covered in vines of the smokeberry. But, as with all godswoods, it was a welcome place for the worship of the old gods.<br/><br/>Jaime knelt before the tree, offering his thoughts in silent prayer for a moment. He then muttered, ""Gods, please give me strength to fight for my house, in this fight and any to come. I ask for little but I ask for this, allow me do justice by your laws. Give me strength.""<br/><br/>He remained knelt for some time, in silent prayer and contemplation."
14767,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=375,2015-01-04T11:16:00,Arana,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Castle Black, The Wall, The Night's Watch<br/>Raven Snow</span><br/><br/>Raven started trembling again, hugging Shadow in an attempt both to appear innocent and to actually comfort himself. The men seemed suspicious of him... exactly why he couldn't tell. He needed to do something to convince them, and fast.<br/><br/>""We were low on food, so my parents and a few others went hunting, and took me along since they weren't going far. When we got back, everyone was dead... some of them were being eaten...""<br/><br/>At that moment, Raven started tearing up, hoping that would be enough.<br/><br/>""Please, just let me join... I'll do anything, I swear, just please..."""
14768,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=375,2015-01-04T11:21:00,Of the Quendi,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;"">The Ghiscari Empire</span><br/>The City of Kosrak, in the Free Province of Lhazar<br/>Under the sovereignty of Aemon the Magnificent Targaryen</span></span><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://img2.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20120317181433/asoiaf/zh/images/d/d2/House_Targaryen_crest.PNG""/><br/><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Aemon Targaryen</span></span></span></div><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">P</span></span>oised to attack his brother, his own mind blending with that of Rhaegal and his human emotions and thoughts drowned out by the fire and fury of the dragon, Aemon was taken aback by the sudden change of tune from his brother. Suspiciously he eyed Viserys, the dragon will compelling him to consider the new proposal a ruse and strike at once at Berras. For a moment Aemon was about to commence a deadly war, resolved to bear the consequences of fighting his brother's khalasar. Then he regained control over his senses, drawing his mind away from that of Rhaegal, slowly and not without difficulty, but surely and without hesitation.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">R</span></span>eclaiming his own mind Aemon made sure to keep his distance and the higher air as he eyed his brother suspiciously. It was quite the turnaround Viserys had performed and the fact that his words was as close to what Aemon had never made a secret of desiring made the emperor cautious.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Now you speak words I care to listen too brother.""</span>Aemon guardedly replied, unsure of what to make of his brother's new proposal.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Cooperation you say?""</span>The puzzled dragon lord spoke ponderously.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">I</span></span>f Aemon had dared trusting his younger brother he would have been ecstatic for the offer. A chance to finally unite the Targaryen eastern territories in alliance and friendship was what he had dreamed of since his exile. Such an alliance would once and for all assert the pre-eminence of the Targaryen dynasty over half the known world. Not Qarth, not Area Cithien, no Free City nor any other khalasar would dare stand against the might of the brothers Targaryen, and no recalcitrant subjects of the Empire would dare stand against the dragons. Ghiscar could become the center of the east, the nucleus of a grand Targaryen empire that would span Essos as Aerion's kingdoms did Westeros. If only Aemon could trust his brother.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">S</span></span>ighing Aemon looked at his brother, pondering if there was still some of the young boy he remembered growing up with in the Dothraki warlord before him.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""It seems me a better offer then the one you first gave me brother.""</span>Aemon declared, unable not to give Viserys the benefit of the doubt. Perhaps, though Aemon hardly dared hope it, they could still be brothers to one another.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""My enemies are many; roses and lions in the west, aye, but also foes that don't require the crossing of an ocean to reach. Very well brother, you have piqued my interest. These are words I am prepared to hear.""</span>Aemon proclaimed.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;"">The Ghiscari Empire</span><br/>The Imperial City of Meereen, in the Bay of Ghiscari<br/>Under the sovereignty of Aemon the Magnificent Targaryen</span></span><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d4/GhisHarpie.png""/><br/><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lady Missandei</span></span></span></div><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">A</span></span>s Lady Maelesa mentioned her guards and handmaidens a regretful grimace briefly showed on Missandei's face. There had been a time when she herself had been a handmaid. But their blood was on no hands but those of the Vaeleneos lady herself.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""I fear I can make no such promise.""</span>Missandei spoke, as Ser Tumco Lho moved to, respectfully and courteously, escort the seemingly docile woman to her cell.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Your words have sentenced them as surely as yourself.""</span>Missandei declared rising from her seat as Ser Tumco Lho marched the woman out of the chambers of the Grand Vizier.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">H</span></span>er fingers finding her temples Missandei rubbed them slowly. Age truly did take its toll the Grand Vizier concluded. The effects of the massage seemed all but gone. She was tired of a long sleepless night and burdened by the fact that she was now, whether Lord Talaemor knew it or not, at war with Mantarys. A war she had wanted for a long time to finally remove the last vestiges of the old order and assert, once and for all, the dominion of the Empire of the Ghiscari over all lands west of Qarth and east of Volantis. But the feeling of triumph did not manifest itself. Thousands, maybe tens of thousands, would die. Missandei just felt very very tired.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">H</span></span>er thoughts was interrupted by the sudden arrival of Khrazdaqan. A full minute had not passed since Lady Maelesa was escorted from Missandei's chamber, clearly the man had been spying. Giving the eunuch a regretful gaze Missandei had half a mind to excuse herself. The smug cruel smile of the spymaster was almost too much to bear. She of course did not. Khrazdaqan was as essential to the running of the empire as Missandei herself, perhaps even more so.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""It is being done?""</span>Missandei asked, contemplating the fate of Lady Maelesa's retainers, even if the question was rhetorical. She knew their misfortune.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">K</span></span>hrazdaqan nodded politely.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Just so My Lady.""</span>He declared. Missandei nodded.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""I want it done quietly and discreetly, ideally without any of them dying before we have time to interrogate them.""</span>She ordered, prompting Khrazdaqan to flash her an arrogant smile. Of course he had thought of that already.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Certainly My Lady.""</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">T</span></span>he Grand Vizier nodded once more.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Good. Convene a war council in the heart of the pyramid. Grey Worm, yourself, army staff, navy staff and the Swords of the Emperor, no one else. We have to move quickly and assertively now. As of this moment, though only a handful of people in the whole world may know it, we are for all intents and purposes at war with Mantarys.""</span>Missandei proclaimed, casting a regretful gaze towards her uneaten breakfast as she marched out of her chambers, Khrazdaqan by her side to plot and prepare for war."
14769,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=375,2015-01-04T11:54:00,Arana,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Kosrak, Lhazar, Ghiscari Empire<br/>Viserys Targaryen, Khal of the Great Grass Sea</span><br/><br/>For a moment, Viserys was silent, as if surprised that Aemon was actually willing to consider his offer. Then, a grin came to his face. If he could just get Aemon to accept, not only would his people always have somebody to pillage, but maybe the two of them could start being a family again, or at least acting like one.<br/><br/>""Thank you, Brother. Now, I don't know how much about my people you remember from Mother's stories, but they aren't very familiar with the idea of payment. Rather, in there eyes, they are not paid, they are given a gift, and in their own time, they give another gift back. For example, in exchange for the gift of our mother as a bride, Khal Drogo planned on eventually giving our uncle the gift of his crown. The same would be true here. My khalasar is giving you the gift of protection from your enemies, and, should you desire it, the return of your throne, but you must give a gift in return.""<br/><br/>Stroking Berras, Viserys looked his brother in the eye. This would be the part Aemon probably wouldn't like.<br/><br/>""And what might that gift be?"""
14770,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=375,2015-01-04T12:36:00,Krugmar,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">House Vaeleneos</span> <br/>Mantarys - Vaeleneos Palace<br/>Talaemor Vaeleneos, Lord of Mantarys and Master of the Demon Road</span></div><hr/><br/><br/>Talaemor stood on the balcony, looking directly south into the Doom. He could see the deep red sky, the smoke billowing out and the charred landscape. He was entranced, simply staring into the abyss that used to be Valyria. He could not sleep, having fled from Vysenna's room after a truly horrific dream. Lately he had been cursed with a number of dragon dreams, yet this one had truly chilled him to the bone. He could remember every detail of the dream, it had continued haunting him even in these early hours of the morning.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">He had been flying through the air, his scales a deep golden colour. He shook the earth as he threw his wings up and down, his fire consumed all the land before him. He was completely free, flying where he wanted and scorching the earth with no care in the world. His roar had sent legions running away from him, no foe could stand before him. Then the world had grown darker, the skies became red and an even more monstrous and greater roar could be heard. A monstrously large red dragon with three heads had begun flying towards him. He put up a valiant fight but was no match for it, it ripped off one of his wings and sent him spiraling to the ground. </span><br/><br/>Normally that was the end of his dreams, but this time it had carried on, shifting to a new perspective.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">He was stood on his balcony in Mantarys, like he usually was in his waking hours. The sky was blood red and the earth charred and broken, seemingly stained with blood. The city was completely ruined, fires burning everywhere and his people screaming. He could see stunted, misshapen creatures running through the streets, cutting down and slaughtering his people. Yet that was not what truly chilled him. Flying towards the balcony was the same dragon, all three of its heads roaring and spewing fire over his beloved city. It was rapidly approaching his balcony, its jaw snapping as it went in for the kill.<br/><br/>Yet he stood defiant, in one hand he held Hellfire and in the other an ornate shield. His armour was a grand golden, mixed with a black trim. It was broken in places and charred from previous combat, yet it would still provide ample protection. He gave a battlecry and threw himself off the balcony, jumping into the dragon and bringing Hellfire down upon it.</span><br/><br/>That was where the dream ended, a dream he could not truly make sense of. The Seers he often consulted informed him that dragon dreams could be a simple longing for dragons, or perhaps visions of the future. Talaemor was unsure, hopefully they would stop nearer the wedding. He was still waiting for another letter from Maelesa, usually she kept him well updated. Perhaps she was busy or tired this night. He put her from his mind and made his way back to his desk, he would spend this time productively while waiting for the morning to arrive.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">The Nights Watch</span> <br/>Castle Black<br/>Triston Gaunt, Lord Commander of the Nights Watch</span></div><hr/><br/><br/>Triston was unsure about Raven, his story made sense and yet there was something off-putting about the lad. Triston could not turn down potential support in these times however, especially not in front of guests. It would make him seem hypocritical, being choosy about a lad just because he was slightly strange when they accepted rapists, thieves and murderers.<br/><br/>""Alright lad, keep it together. I won't lie to you, life in the Watch is tough yet if you serve well it is rewarding in many ways. I will be pairing you with Edgar Tolkett, he will help show you around and act as a sort of mentor. You will report to Delgor Bloodaxe in the morning, for now I want you to get some rest. One of the brothers will show you to the barracks. Tomorrow your new life begins"" said Triston.<br/><br/>He still didn't fully trust Raven, a former wildling boy would have a hard time fitting in to a 'kneelers' world. He leant towards Satin again and whispered ""I want the senior rangers to keep an eye on this lad, being a former wildling and all. I trust Delgor to do a good job, but I trust you understand my fears"".<br/><br/>He then leant back and added one more thing before Raven was to be escorted to the barracks, ""Oh yes, I'm afraid the wolf will need to be kept locked up somewhere. I believe we still have the old stables where Lord Commander Jon kept Ghost. Once you are fully initiated, then the wolf will be allowed to roam free."" said Triston. He understood the merits of direwolves, but until he could trust its owner he could not trust the wolf itself."
14771,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=375,2015-01-04T13:42:00,Tracian Empire,"<img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/kLlcetR.png""/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Free City of Pentos</span></span></span></span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Aerys Waters, the White Dragon. Commander of the Golden Company</span></span></span></span><br/>It was a beautiful morning in Pentos. The city was half-asleep after the celebrations from the precedent night. Aerys and his lieutenants were walking on the main street. Aerys turned to Brandon Sand, and gave him a small purse.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Sand,go and order the Scorpio's we were talking about. Take Will and John with you. Give this to the merchant. We will pay the rest when we will see the weapons. If he says something, remind him our motto."" ""Our word is as good as gold""</span>, said Brandon Sand, smiling.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Understood, Aerys. We will meet in the camp. See you there."" </span>He answered, smiling too:<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Yes, our word is as good as gold. See you in the camp. Snow, come with me.""</span>. Sand,Rivers and Flowers went to a small street, while Aerys and Snow went on their way. After a few minutes, they saw their destination. The Spider's Tavern. The two entered the tavern, and sat at a table. Aerys looked around, and saw a waiter. The waiter noticed him and approached.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Call him, and bring us beer. Forget this conversation""</span>, whispered Aerys in the waiters ear, giving him a small coin purse.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Of course sir,""</span>, answered the waiter leaving. A few minutes later, a fat man with a hood over his head seated at their table.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""What's new?""</span>, said Aerys. The fat man looked around, and answered:<span style=""font-style: italic"">""A raven came from our informer in Meereen.It says..""</span>. The man suddenly stopped, because the waiter was approaching their table with some beer. After the waiter leaved, the fat man said:<span style=""font-style: italic""> ""It says that Lady Maelesa Vaeleneos arrived in Meereen. She will speak with Lady Missandrei. As it looks, our informer thinks that there will be war between Mantarys and the Ghiscari Empire."" ""Good. If you receive any more ravens, let me know.""</span>, said Aerys.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Of course""</span>, said the man, before he left the tavern. Aerys and his companion payed for the beer and left.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""You know that that blood made you white dragon red, right?""</span>, said Snow, smiling.<span style=""font-style: italic"">I know. Damn it!</span>,said Aerys, trying to clean his shirt,<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Now let's go. We need to return to the camp.""</span>. The two men entered the crowd that was heading to the city gate.<br/><br/><br/><br/>OOC: A little bit to short, I wanted it to be a little more longer, but I don't have any time now."
14772,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=375,2015-01-04T15:19:00,Atletius,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Rydon Steele, The Wall</span><br/><br/>""Lord Commander. Forgive me if I sound rude, but I would have more than the senior rangers watching that boy. I'd have more, nay the whole Watch gazing over him.""<br/><br/>He rubbed his beard, watching the boy being led out.<br/>""See his eyes. Unnatural. Like the scales of an ice-dragon of old. Aye, watch him carefully.""<br/>Rydon blinked hard, placing down his ale, he'd had enough to drink tonight.<br/>""Direwolves are honourable beasts. But the boy, that wilding, they lack honour. They'd stab you in the back, ram a spear up ya arse to get what they want.""<br/><br/>He laughed darkly, ""My father had a saying, he came up with it when he served Jon as Master of Laws in Kings Landing, to annoy him. ""Never trust a Wildling near a Crow, lest the bird find his wings clipped in the morrow.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Jaime Steele, Kings Landing</span><br/><br/>Jaime loathed to leave the godswood. The tranquility of the place, he adored it. Far from the troubles of the smallfolk and the machinations of the nobles. Alone, with his thoughts and the eyes of the gods.<br/><br/>But, leave he must. He had to return to the Tourney Grounds, he knew not when the Melee was due to start, and prayed not to not miss it.<br/><br/>""A chance for honour and glory, out of my brothers' long shadows."" He muttered to himself, mounting his horse outside the Red Keep. His ride though the city was quick, only briefly interrupted by a merchant trying to sell him some gold jewelry: probably stolen.<br/><br/>The sound of chatter, gossip and house trotting greeted Jaime back to the Tourney grounds.<br/>""Back to civilization."" He murmured to his horse, gently patting it's side. ""Come, let us find that tent."""
14773,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=375,2015-01-04T16:41:00,Novae Vitae,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">First Ranger Satin<br/>Castle Black, the Wall</span><br/><br/>""Aye,"" Satin replied, ""it'd be best if a more senior ranger took charge of him. Perhaps even myself. But ser, you underestimate wildlings. Some are good and some are evil, men just like you and me. They kill us and we kill them; that's the nature of it. But there's no honor to be found in calling them cravens--they're not afraid to face you in the light of day.""<br/><br/>Satin turned to the boy. ""But they stand no chance against what you were describing. Quite odd, though, that the people that were killed stayed dead. I've seen what those creatures do. Those things don't stay dead. Nor would they be eaten.""<br/><br/>Satin leaned forward, making the situation strictly between himself and the boy. ""What aren't you telling us?"" Satin asked."
14774,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=375,2015-01-04T16:42:00,Toronina,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Brynden Blackwood, Lord of Raventree Hall</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Tourney Grounds, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>Brynden and his son's were mounted and armoued, ready for the Melee. All three had the banner of House Blackwood on their armour. He and his sons rode around, to see who else was competing in the Melee. Brynden had his axe ready, while Hoster used a sword and Robb a morning star."
14775,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=375,2015-01-04T17:46:00,Asyir,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ser Ryndar Hightower, The Tourney Stands</span><br/><br/>Ryndar stood near Lord Steffon, and looked around them. The nearby nobles had turned silent, while other nobles had walked up to Steffon. Ryndar felt uneasy, but kept it hidden behind his calm appearance. The knight looked down, and locked his grey eyes onto the Baratheon.<br/><br/>""My lord Baratheon, You seem rather nervous. Do I intimidate you?"" Ser Ryndar said, as he continued looking into Steffon's eyes. ""Because, that is not my intention. Truth be told, I came to speak with your lordship at the request of Lord Loras. If you don't seek a marriage with my sister, I won't be offended.""<br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Arren, The Tourney Grounds</span><br/><br/>Arren entered the tent, and saw it was fit for a noble. A high ranking noble. He had seen the banners outside of the tent, and knew them to be Tyrell banners. Even if he was a peasant and cutthroat, Arren was no fool. The noble asked him if he were partaking in the melee, and Arren responded with an indifferent and uncaring demeanor.<br/><br/>""Of course. Why else would I make my way here? For the view?""<br/><br/>He pointed towards his exposed coinpurse. ""I came here because I have thirty-five gold dragons more then I previously had. Lords such as yourself don't just hand out coin. What's the catch?"""
14776,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=375,2015-01-04T18:02:00,Novae Vitae,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Paramount Loras Tyrell<br/>The Tyrell Tent, the Tourney Grounds, King's Landing</span><br/><br/><br/>""You remind me of savagery,"" Loras said. ""You bristle like a mad dog. How many ways could you kill me before I screamed for help? Seven help me, most likely more than my hands can count.""<br/><br/>Loras took off his coin purse and placed it on the table. ""I still have one hundred-fifteen dragons in this purse. I only need one thing from you. When you're in the melee, myself and the two Hightowers will be drawing attention to ourselves. While this is happening, and I want you move around the melee looking for the king.""<br/><br/>Loras paused, smirking. ""When you find him, make him yield at any cost.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Any cost.</span>""<br/><br/>Loras pushed the purse towards him. ""If you do that, you can have this."""
14777,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=375,2015-01-04T18:14:00,Asyir,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Arren, The Tourney Grounds</span><br/><br/>""I remind you of a savage?"" Arren smirked. ""You need to get out more Lord Tyrell. I know thirteen men that would rip off your arms for the sake of a good laugh.""<br/><br/>Arren looked at the coinpurse presented by Loras greedily. While most sellswords lusted for both gold and women, Arren only cared for the coin. He looked up at Loras, a certain spark hidden behind his blue eyes. ""I can make the King yield. Although my tactics are.... Rather different. Give me enough time however, and I could have the King sing and perform a ballad."""
14778,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=375,2015-01-04T18:18:00,Novae Vitae,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Paramount Loras Tyrell<br/>The Tyrell Tent, the Tourney Grounds, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>""Those particular men would be wiser to rip out my tongue,"" Loras replied. ""That way, I can't order them tortured beyond reason.""<br/><br/>Loras laughed. It was rather pointless and facile, but it was a witty comment, so chevalier in its nature. ""No, that won't be necessary,"" Loras said, smirking. ""I'm sure your much better with a sword than a ballad. You need only make the king yield. Out of curiosity, what are your methods?"""
14779,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=375,2015-01-04T18:27:00,Asyir,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Arren, The Tourney Grounds</span><br/><br/>""I merely stated their savagery. Men like them have no intellect,"" Arren said, turning his gaze on the coinpurse. ""They also aren't much for conversation. It's like talking to a brick wall with them. Except the bricks are more intelligent and personable.""<br/><br/>""As for my tactics. I prefer them to be... Unheard of and unseen,"" Arren responded, answering both the question, and keeping his aura of mystery."
14780,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=375,2015-01-04T18:29:00,Novae Vitae,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Paramount Loras Tyrell<br/>The Tyrell Tent, the Tourney Grounds, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>""All men scream the same,"" Loras replied with a shrug.<br/><br/>""And that is respectable, but I must know. Will the king, if only for the fraction of a second, think his life is about to come to a total and striking end?"""
14781,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=375,2015-01-04T18:40:00,Asyir,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Arren, The Tourney Grounds</span><br/><br/>""Of course. He may also piss his pants in fear and faint. Those would be unintended of course,"" Arren replied. Arren was a quick grasper of concepts, and could guess what Loras was alluding to.<br/><br/>""I've always wondered if a dragon could faint. I'll find out soon it seems. Just make sure I get my coin after this is done. I would hate to hear of a Tyrell nobleman that ""fell"" down some stone steps. They are rather, dangerous and wet, and many do on occasion ""trip"" on their way up to the Red Keep. Or down."""
14782,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=375,2015-01-04T19:12:00,Novae Vitae,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Paramount Loras Tyrell<br/>The Tyrell Tent, the Tourney Grounds, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>Loras poured out fifty gold coins and pushed them towards Arren. ""That's half your pay, sellsword. You'll get the other half later. Maybe more, if I think you did well enough.""<br/><br/>Loras paused. ""I think we'll be good friends. Very good friends. But if one good friend hurts another good friend . . . well then, some good friendships might end in quite a bit of vengeance. How unfortunate that would be."""
14783,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=375,2015-01-04T19:24:00,New Granadeseret,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Baratheon-Swanns</span><br/><br/>It was all starting to become nearly too much for Lassa to handle... her breathing growing shallower as she held her brothers hand in a vicegrip, blood racing through her veins. So many voices, so much stir in the crowd around her as they all looked over at the strange site; armed and armored men clustering around an unarmed lord with two ladies of different Houses at his sides. An urge kept firing off in the back of her mind, ordering to run... find somewhere safe, but for now she was able to keep her resolve. Her eyes closed and teeth clenched as she struggled to stay still, her sole comfort that fact that all the words weren't being directed at her.<br/><br/>Steffon, on the other hand, had no such luxury; the higher servents of the Crown, ladies and older lords of various Houses who had taken to this wonderful spot, all had their attention focused on him. A bit down on his tounge to prevent a hasty response, though still looking befuddled... Loras had sent him directly? Certainly, the romantic Loras was depicted as woulden't have accepted this sort of bare calculus. It certainly wasen't what he'd had in mind when he'd request Loras introduce him to women. Steffon threw up his walls, analyzing the man standing in front of him as Father had always instructed him, the words so bare and businesslike as he carefully picked his.<br/><br/>""No offence taken, Ser."" He began, wincing slightly as Lassa's nails dug into his hands... he'd need to get a press on them if this took too long. ""I was just a tad surprised. I had thought, if Loras himself had briefed you on this matter, he would have told you my opinions on sisters and marrying them off as a mere tools of politic."" These words did seem to manage to break Lassa's fear-hazed mind, causing her much to his pleasure to lighten up a bit.<br/><br/>""I have nothing bad to say about your sister, far from it."" Steffon made very clear, keeping a dignified, respectful tone. ""But neither to I have anything to say at all. You'll understand if a Baratheon is skeptical about arranged marriages of political convenience."" He slipped in that reference to his great-uncle, hoping to give his argument credibility without sounding too fanciful. ""If you wish to discuss meeting her, I would be more than happy to oblige. But I until R'hllor's kindles a signal fire in my breast to show me the path to love... I will make no promises.""<br/><br/>He did notice Maxwell's arrival... but certainly the old lord would understand if he didn't try to hold another conversation in the middle of something so important"
14784,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=375,2015-01-04T19:45:00,Asyir,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Arren, The Tourney Grounds</span><br/><br/>Arren hastily grabbed the coins Loras pushed over, opened his own coinpurse, and threw the coins in. Arren looked up to see Loras, still looking at the sellsword. The talk of more coins peeked Arren's interest, but he kept that to himself.<br/><br/>""Unfortunate indeed,"" Arren remarked. The grizzled mercenary was not afraid of Loras, but again, that was kept to himself. Arren rested his right hand on his sword pommel. ""I assume you are Loras Tyrell then? You wouldn't happen to be informed on the tourney's start time would you?""<br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ser Ryndar Hightower, The Tourney Stands</span><br/><br/>The situation turned from massively awkward, to embarrassing within a matter of mere seconds. Ryndar felt stupid for pressing the issue of meeting Lord Steffon with Loras. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">You are an arse Ryndar. I big stupid arse. Stop being a politician.</span>"" he thought to himself.<br/><br/>""We should both know by now Loras only reveals a minimal amount.""<br/><br/>Ryndar kept his calm exterior, while he was truly loathing every second standing there, looking more the fool as ever. He did take some comfort from learning an aspect of Steffon. He wouldn't force this issue any further. ""My Lord Baratheon, we have the same mindset. I too would never force the issue of marriage upon my sisters, especially for a political technicality.""<br/><br/>""If you wish to meet her, of your own will, I will be happy to introduce your lordship to her. I will not force the issue any further.""<br/><br/>Ryndar looked back towards the tourney grounds, then back to Steffon. ""I should probably prepare myself for the strain and stress of the melee. Farewell Lord Steffon Baratheon. We should speak again sometime, under different circumstances perhaps.""<br/><br/>He gave Steffon a small bow, and slowly walked down the stands, not looking back. He was elated that the awkwardness was over, and he could continue on the important matter at hand. Preparing himself for battle."
14785,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=375,2015-01-04T19:48:00,Novae Vitae,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Paramount Loras Tyrell<br/>The Tyrell Tent, the Tourney Grounds, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>""I am, but unfortunately not. Soon, I assume. But a question has jumped into my mind. What's your name?"" Loras asked.<br/><br/>He laughed inwardly that he had plotted the shame of the king without knowing whom he conspired with."
14786,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=375,2015-01-04T19:53:00,Asyir,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Arren, The Tourney Grounds</span><br/><br/>""Fair enough. You have to know the man you're paying. Very well Lord Tyrell. I shall give you<span style=""font-style: italic"">one</span>of my names,"" Arren replied, hoping it would satisfy the noble. ""You may call me ""Eagle-Eye"" or just ""Eagle"". True names can be rather, dangerous for some to know."""
14787,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=375,2015-01-04T19:58:00,Novae Vitae,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Paramount Loras Tyrell<br/>The Tyrell Tent, the Tourney Grounds, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>""Quite true, Sir Eagle,"" Loras said. ""Quite true indeed. Where are you from, if I might ask? I myself am from the Reach; Highgarden, specifically. As long as we understand the customer-provider relationship, it would be good of you to tell me."""
14788,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=375,2015-01-04T20:03:00,Asyir,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Arren, The Tourney Grounds</span><br/><br/>""I hail from the slums of Flea Bottom,"" Arren said indifferently. It was of course a lie, but Loras would not know it. Arren was a truly born in the frigid north, but he spoke nothing of it.<br/><br/>""Now that I've been, informed, I would like to do some preparations before the melee. I'm sure you would much rather converse with nobility then talk with a common sellsword like myself."""
14789,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=375,2015-01-04T20:05:00,New Granadeseret,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Baratheon-Swanns</span><br/><br/>Steffon found it hard to read Ryndar's voice after that, suddenly muddled with... a mix of emotions he couldn't untangle. He was certainly embarrassed; that much was clear, which thankfully detracted from his own building discomfort. He wouldn't say he was proud... but at least he knew he wouldn't be depicted as disrespecting a knight and the honor of Hightower for this, which had been a definite possibility.<br/><br/>""With brothers as honorable as hers, I'm certain she'd make delightful company."" He answered back, sending Ryndar off on a softer note, goosesteping around setting up any sort of formal meeting while Lady Wendwater was still here. With all that out of the way, he was finally able to turn to Lord Maxwell and his rather... imposing figure, which still kept Lassa turned away from him.<br/><br/>""My apologies for your wait , Lord Maxwell. It's good to see you're still as sturdy as ever."" The man certainly wasen't the perfect image of a knight... at his age that would hardly be possible, but girded up for battle he was a sturdy warrior you'd much rather prefer guarding your back than some lithe, flower-sniffing poet in plate. ""Allow me to introduce Lady Riliane of Wendwater, my honored guest."""
14790,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=375,2015-01-04T21:37:00,The Imperial Republica,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Maxwell Tyrosus</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Tourney Grounds</span><br/><br/>""Please to meet your acquaintance Lady Riliane,"" Maxwell said with a stiff bow. Wendwater...he had heard the name before, but all he could remember as of now was that it was situated somewhere in the Crownlands. ""Not to push my lord, but perhaps you would prefer to continue your conversations somewhere more...<span style=""font-style: italic"">private</span>. Too many prying ears around who can't tell when they're not wanted."" He said the last part a little louder than it had to be, causing some of the onlookers to disperse. ""In any case, I merely wanted to stop by and remind you of the dangers of being<span style=""font-style: italic"">pricked by rose thorns</span>if you decided to enter the tourney. Remember what I told you when you first arrived,"" Maxwell warned. ""If you should need me, I am setting up my tents on the east side of the tourney ground. Good for keeping the sun out of my face and what not."""
14791,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=400,2015-01-04T21:51:00,New Granadeseret,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Steffon Baratheon-Swann</span><br/><br/>""You needen't worry about me, Lord Tyrosus."" Steffon replied formally, spreading his arms slightly as if to emphasize his cup and book. ""I'm hardly a warrior. ""As you can see, I'm content enough right here. And if I'm not to be seen on the field, I should at least make an appearance here, no?"" While he appreciated Maxwells concern, it seemed a little misplaced; after all, any little birds would have to be fairly close by to hear anything remotely resembling casual conversation in this din... right? He took another sip from his drink, buying a moment as he figured the right way to phrase his next comment<br/><br/>""I have no doubt you'll bring the Stormlands great glory in my stead, however. I couldn't ask for a more stalwart protector of our causes. And if you would... send my reguards to Lord Martell if you see him.""<br/><br/>With that, he set his attentions back to Riliane; she'd be left unattended after all. ""I seem to have suddenly become much more popular than I'd expected."" He joked, trying to ease the tension."
14792,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=400,2015-01-05T00:42:00,Atletius,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Rydon Steele, The Wall</span><br/><br/>The men in Castle Black were eating and drinking, Rydon sat the table with The Lord Commander, his younger brother, and the Bolton woman and a few senior Watch members. Suddenly Great Hall door burst open, and a young trainee ran in.<br/>""Raven from Windholm mi'lord.""<br/>""Give me that.""<br/>Rydon skimmed the message with concern, it was from his 3rd, and last brother. Talion. There were 4 Steele brothers, their father was quite virile in his day. The eldest, the now Lord Rydon. Then came Talion, the warrior, then Fabian Silvertongue and finally young Jaime.<br/><br/>In the message, Talion said how Jaime had ridden south to Kings Landing without his knowledge. And asked if he should ride south to find him.<br/>""Damn damn damn."" Rydon hit the table with his fist.<br/>""I'm sorry Lord Commander, fate transpires I leave now. One of my other brothers has absconded to the Tourney in Kings Landing. I must go see he doesn't kill himself.""<br/>Rydon stood, bowing slightly. ""I'll take my Household Guard with me, Fabian will stay accompanied by the infantry who will arrive in the morning.""<br/><br/>Rydon began to exit, but heifer he did he turned back to The Lord Commander, ""I'll be back soon as I can, and watch that boy. No good can come from a wildling. Farewell men of the Watch, Fabian, Lady of the Dreadfort. Goodbye.""<br/><br/>Rydon almost ran of the Great Hall with the Household guard, ""We take the quick pass! Ride overnight to Windholm! Make haste men!""<br/><br/>And with that, the Household Guard and Rydon sped off southward. Leaving Fabian Steele alone, at least until the infantry company arrived at Dawn."
14793,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=400,2015-01-05T02:32:00,Toronina,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Brynden Blackwood, Lord of Raventree Hall</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Tourney Grounds, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>Bryden was looking at the competition. No doubt a great many would be eliminated quick. All large Melee's had young boys who thought to great of themselves, including from the rumors he had heard, kings. King Aerion was said to be partaking in the Melee, and Brynden thought about seeing the boy scared shitless. He laughed to himself in his mind while his sons followed. Soon enough, he found Jaime Steele again. ""Jaime, it is good to see you again. Ready to crack some skulls?"""
14794,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=400,2015-01-05T06:15:00,The cold ice,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Robert Tully</span><br/>After waking and getting dressed, Robert and his family broke their fast on a heavy meal. During a tourney ones options were either to be full before coming, or stuff ones face near constantly. Robert preferred the first alternative. He sent Hoster and Agnes ahead of him to the tourney grounds with Willem, before he walked to the ravens tower. He sent a letter to his castellan ordering him to send what men were willing to go to the Wall. Then he arrived at the tourney grounds.<br/><br/>Robert did not like tourneys. Men trying to push each-other off their horses was fine, if dull. The problem he had was the sheer density of stupid things that happened around a tourney. The most famous example of course being Rhaegar and Lyanna. Less extreme examples could be seen about the field. Brynden, a man of 48, was attending as far as he could tell. Some fool lord had dragged an aurochs with him. But the most egregious was the king armored in green.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Is someone </span>trying<span style=""font-style: italic"">to cause uproar?</span>Robert immediately thought better of it. Of course someone was trying to make a mess. The question was, who. He lay the thought by, and made for the stand where Agnes and Hoster were sitting."
14795,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=400,2015-01-05T06:39:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Riliane Wendwater</span><br/><br/>Riliane hadn't talked for a while, she had turned her head away from the conversation between the Hightower and Steffon and then when lord Tyrosus began talking with Steffon she was intimidated; both by his figure and his blunt personality. At least he seemed loyal to Steffon. It must be nice being a great lord, having so many vassals all striving to please you. Riliane almost began to daydream before Steffon began talking,<br/><br/>Riliane turned her body back around to Steffon and Lassa, her head was slightly pointed towards the ground in a display of nervousness. ""I hope that Edeline Hightower provides you with many strong sons and daughters my lord."" she said meekly. Of course Steffon was going to marry a Hightower, she'd been too presumptuous. Just because a man invited her to sit with him while watching a tourney didn't mean that he wanted to marry her."
14796,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=400,2015-01-05T08:09:00,New Granadeseret,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Baratheon-Swanns</span><br/><br/>Where the nuances of his words going to get through to<span style=""font-style: italic"">anybody</span>? Steffon looked slightly distraught as he heard to honest, sad tone in Riliane's voice. He wanted to reach out and comfort her, feeling it might be somewhat his fault, but worried about appearing too forward. He settled for placing his hand lightly over hers, down near her knees. ""I'll brush up on my anatomy, but I'm fairly certain its impossible to get a lady on the other side of the continent with child."" He told her, still trying to lighten the mood. ""I may be many things, but one I am not is a man who would marry a woman for her family name. Such a loveless marriage caused the realm to bleed for 3 hard years. One can gain the friendship of lords in other ways... but you only get one real chance at love no?""<br/><br/>Lassa, though the crowd was starting to disperse, still found herself feeling extremely uncomfortable. All this talk of sisters and marriage and roses... it just didn't sit well, serving as a cold reminder of how far behind the curve she was. It was a no-win situation, and she knew it... but that didn't mean she still didn't dread every moment she had to feel this."
14797,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=400,2015-01-05T10:32:00,Atletius,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Jaime Steele, Kings Landing, Tourney Grounds</span><br/><br/>""Aye Bryndon. Try to keep up, eh?"" Jaime laughed. ""Who wants to take out the Boy King? Shouldn't be too hard I reckon. He'll wake up with a bruised eye or a cracked skull for sure.""<br/><br/>Janie drew his greatsword, running his hand down it's edge. He wasn't a great warrior, his older brother Talion was the family warrior, Rydon the statesman. What he was, he didn't know.<br/>Hopefully, from today onward, a Kingsguard.<br/><br/>Jaime stretched his neck, feeling the fur of his cloak rub against it.<br/>""Aye, let's crack some heads. I claim the King."""
14798,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=400,2015-01-05T13:00:00,Tracian Empire,"<img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/kLlcetR.png""/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">The Free City of Pentos</span></span></span></span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Aerys Waters, the Dragon's Bastard, Commander of the Golden Company </span></span></span></span><br/>A lot of people were trying to get out of Pentos through the main gate. Among them were Aerys and one of his lieutenants, Duncan Snow. Aerys was very worried, because the blood of that drunken Pentoshi made the white three headed dragon on his shirt red, and as he well knew, Targaryen supporters weren't welcome in Pentos. He looked around for an solution. They were very close to the gate, when he saw a merchant that was selling coats. He bought one, and put it on him, to hide the dangerous coat of arms. After 15 minutes, they arrived near the gate. There were more guards, that were checking everyone. Even if the Golden Company was in peace with Pentos, the Free Cities were always unreliable, and now that most of them were united against that pirate, even more. As they were getting closer to the gate, driven by the flow of humans, he was squeezing the handle of Blackfyre under his coat. They were very close, when Aerys saw a strange man. The man looked familiar to him. When he looked at the man's face, he remembered something. A dark rainy night. The Tyrell attack. The desperate struggle of the loyalists to smuggle the princes out of the town. Aemon and Viserys. They were scared. The dark tunnel. The small port and the ship. A Tyrell soldier shouting:<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Here are the princes! Let's get them! Fuck the Targaryens!""</span>. The desperate fight on the docks. The ship leaving. The blood that flowed into the sea. The ship disappearing in the night. His fight against the last Tyrell soldier there. The blood that flowed from the soldiers neck. The tunnel again. The last loyalists gathering around him. The fear. The panic. The fire. The blood. Everything was lost when the Tyrell and Lannister flags waved over the Red Keep. He and his forces being pushed back until the walls, He and the last loyalists fighting near the edge. He was pushed over, falling in the cold and salty sea, followed by the dark flag with the red dragon they were defending. The darkness.The light.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Next!""</span>, the guard said. Aerys returned in the real world. The strange man was gone<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Yes, here!""</span>, said Snow.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Purpose?</span>, asked the guards.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""None of your buisness""</span>, said Aerys.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""You must pay the tax""</span>, said another guardd.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Here""</span>, said Snow, giving the guards more gold coins,<span style=""font-style: italic"">""And sorry for my friend. He is a little upset.""</span>.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""You can pass""</span>, said the guards leader. The two went through the gate and continued their way to the Golden Company's camp."
14799,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=400,2015-01-05T13:59:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Atletius <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=23034892#p23034892"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Jaime Steele, Kings Landing, Tourney Grounds</span><br/><br/>""Aye Bryndon. Try to keep up, eh?"" Jaime laughed. ""Who wants to take out the Boy King? Shouldn't be too hard I reckon. He'll wake up with a bruised eye or a cracked skull for sure.""<br/><br/>Janie drew his greatsword, running his hand down it's edge. He wasn't a great warrior, his older brother Talion was the family warrior, Rydon the statesman. What he was, he didn't know. <br/>Hopefully, from today onward, a Kingsguard.<br/><br/>Jaime stretched his neck, feeling the fur of his cloak rub against it.<br/>""Aye, let's crack some heads. I claim the King.""</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Brynden Blackwood, Lord of Raventree Hall</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Tourney Grounds, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>""By the end of this that boy will be scared shitless."" Brynden pulled out his axe, and his sons pulled out their weapons. ""Alright, and if some Tyrell crony or Tyrell himself enters, I claim them. Should we stick close or split up?"""
14800,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=400,2015-01-05T14:40:00,Novae Vitae,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Paramount Loras Tyrell<br/>The Tyrell Tent, the Tourney Grounds, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>""As you will, Sir Eagle,"" Loras replied. ""Enjoy yourself before the tourney. The melee shall be quite amusing.""<br/><br/>Loras watched as the man left, but he stopped him for a moment at the entrance. ""Oh, and if the king should be surrounded, don't finish him. You'll be paid all the same, fear not. But if you should happen to finish him with the help of others, it will look like it was a<span style=""font-style: italic"">glorious stand</span>of His Grace. I'm sure you understand.""<br/><br/>Loras gestured for the sellsword to leave, and then called for an aid (he had taken no squire recently) to help him. He was dressed in his armor, but his wreath of flowers was left of, for now. It would be worn only during competition, to lessen the chances of its destruction. It was quite an expensive piece, to say the least.<br/><br/>Thoughts of expense made Loras grimace. Margaery's controlling the royal assets had helped Loras gain a suspicious increase in revenue, but he had spent as much as he had gained. All of it had been done to make statements; the golden dragon cage and the wreath of flowers so carefully designed, the finest armor he could afford and the best gifts for the royal couple, which would, with luck, arrive soon.<br/><br/>Dressed in his armor, Loras took up his sword and practiced his movements. Swordsmanship was like a dance . . . high, low, and forward . . . high, low, and high again . . . high!, low!, and through the heart. With increasing speed Loras went through all the movements he could remember having developed fighting brigands on the highways of the Reach. He remembered what it had felt like to be surrounded by four or five men at once, the need to defend against the all so crucial.<br/><br/>He remembered how easily traditional combat was. His sort of combat was a dance, and he could defend against at least three men. To strike them was a different matter entirely, but he needn't strike them, only occupy them while Aerion was taken. He need only maintain the dance for a short time, nothing like the endless waiting for a small opening dealing with brigands.<br/><br/>After what seemed like hours, Loras thought himself ready. His armor was designed to move freely--another costly, but necessary expense--and he knew how he would fight. Always moving, always changing his approach, until he was sure the king had fallen.<br/><br/>He sheathed his sword. He was ready."
14801,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=400,2015-01-05T14:51:00,Atletius,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Jaime Steele, Kings Landing, Tourney Fields.</span><br/><br/>""Aye together. The gods will favour us this day."" Jaime looked around at the other competitors, a mixture of young boys and squires looking to prove themselves to some fair maiden in the crowd. Foolish, most of them were. Some of the pampered Crownlands boys looked as if they could barely carry a sword let alone wield it in anger. Then there were the knights, the professionals and the lords. Plated, chainmailed with ancestral weapons. They were the main threat, only by working with Lord Blackwood and his sons could Jaime realistically defeat them, his armour was lighter, his weapon stronger yes, but he was a young warrior in amongst veterans. He was in for the greatest fight of his life.<br/><br/>""To glory, eh Bryndon?""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Talion Steele, Windholm</span><br/>""Maester! How long would it take me to ride here to Kings Landing?""<br/>""Not entirely sure my lord, 30 days perhaps. Two weeks if you ride swiftly.""<br/>""Damn it. How did he reach Kings Landing so fast.""<br/>Talion was infuriated, Jaime had run away in the middle of the night, taking some arms and armour. Idiot. If any Steele could win that tourney it was Talion. He was the warrior amongst the brothers. Not even Rydon could match his skill in battle.<br/>But now, the man stood in anger in Windholms Great Hall, his long hair falling just above his shoulders, framing a face upon which dark stubble cast a long shadow, highlighting every crevasse.<br/>""We'll deal with this when Rydon returns."" He dismissed the Maester and poured himself some wine, imported though the White Harbour, from the Arbor.<br/>""Damn Jaime, don't get yourself killed."""
14802,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=400,2015-01-05T19:48:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Riliane Wendwater</span><br/><br/>Riliane's head jerked back up so that she was looking Steffon in the eyes and a smirk of happiness was growing on her face. ""So you're not going to marry the Hightower?"" she asked. The happiness and relief in her voice was plain to hear."
14803,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=400,2015-01-05T20:03:00,New Granadeseret,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Steffon Baratheon-Swann</span><br/><br/>It was hard not to smile back... Riliane's glee so powerful and contagious. ""Not at the moment, and no more likely that any other lady in the Seven Kingdoms in the future."" He informed her, nodding. ""R'hllor woulden't approve of such things... though I have no doubt it would give my advisors a sigh of relief."""
14804,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=400,2015-01-05T20:27:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Riliane Wendwater</span><br/><br/>Riliane smiled happily at Steffon, relieved by him confirming that he wasn't going to marry the Hightower. He worshiped R'hllor though, would marrying him be okay? Riliane hadn't thought about that until Steffon mentioned it to her. ""So how do you uh..."" Riliane paused and lowered her head nervously, aware that she may be walking into a trap by asking him about his faith. ""How do you worship R'hllor?"" she asked, keeping the question vague because she didn't know enough about the god to ask anything more detailed."
14805,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=400,2015-01-05T20:50:00,New Granadeseret,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Steffon Baratheon-Swann</span><br/><br/>Steffon's face continued to lighten up at the question, interpreting her words as a sort of pervious interest... though he kept his voice quiet, wary of any particular pious neighbors in the crowd. ""R'hllor is the father of all life, all light and warmth both physical and spiritual."" He began, giving the most general framework he could. ""He is pleased whenever he sees his children feeling his presence, be it through happiness, triumph, vigor, comrade, or love. He loves people coming together, to share dance and sing together and share their warm. Particularly, just before nightfall... when such things are hard to come by. Anything that brings his fires either to the world or another's heart is a praise to him. If you'd like... you can join us at our nightfire and see for yourself."" He than realized what he'd done, Lassa tugging slightly on his arm... but he'd already extended the invition; there was no withdrawing it now."
14806,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=400,2015-01-05T21:22:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Atletius <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=23037332#p23037332"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Jaime Steele, Kings Landing, Tourney Fields.</span><br/><br/>""Aye together. The gods will favour us this day."" Jaime looked around at the other competitors, a mixture of young boys and squires looking to prove themselves to some fair maiden in the crowd. Foolish, most of them were. Some of the pampered Crownlands boys looked as if they could barely carry a sword let alone wield it in anger. Then there were the knights, the professionals and the lords. Plated, chainmailed with ancestral weapons. They were the main threat, only by working with Lord Blackwood and his sons could Jaime realistically defeat them, his armour was lighter, his weapon stronger yes, but he was a young warrior in amongst veterans. He was in for the greatest fight of his life.<br/><br/>""To glory, eh Bryndon?""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Talion Steele, Windholm</span><br/>""Maester! How long would it take me to ride here to Kings Landing?""<br/>""Not entirely sure my lord, 30 days perhaps. Two weeks if you ride swiftly.""<br/>""Damn it. How did he reach Kings Landing so fast."" <br/>Talion was infuriated, Jaime had run away in the middle of the night, taking some arms and armour. Idiot. If any Steele could win that tourney it was Talion. He was the warrior amongst the brothers. Not even Rydon could match his skill in battle. <br/>But now, the man stood in anger in Windholms Great Hall, his long hair falling just above his shoulders, framing a face upon which dark stubble cast a long shadow, highlighting every crevasse. <br/>""We'll deal with this when Rydon returns."" He dismissed the Maester and poured himself some wine, imported though the White Harbour, from the Arbor.<br/>""Damn Jaime, don't get yourself killed.""</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Brynden Blackwood, Lord of Raventree Hall</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Tourney Grounds, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>""Aye they do. I was surprised to find a weirwood in the godswood, I thought they mostly didn't exist in the south."" Brynden said. ""Stick close to me and make sure to keep an eye on any Tyrell Bannermen, they'll likely be the ones to hurt you bad.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Mace Redwyne</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Tourney Grounds, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>Mace was eying the competition. He spotted many men, with many banners, but only two though under the Banner of Redwyne. If he was lucky, Runceford would be back soon, with the location of some of the other Tyrell bannermen. If he could get an alliance, it would be much easier to win. He prepared the morning star, and waited."
14807,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=400,2015-01-05T21:54:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Riliane Wendwater</span><br/><br/>Riliane listened to Steffon talking about his god, she wasn't very pious but it was clear that Steffon was very interested in religion and so it would have been extremely rude to not pay attention or to cut him off so she sat and listened to him. She was hesitant to accept his invitation to the nightfire, she wasn't very holy but it just felt... wrong to observe them worshiping another god. And on top of that it would be awkward just watching them, however Riliane had become quite smitten with Steffon and found it hard to refuse him. ""It would be an honour to observe your nightfire my lord. Just please don't ask me to take part in your activities, I still worship the Seven."""
14808,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=400,2015-01-05T22:02:00,New Granadeseret,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Barathoen-Swanns</span><br/><br/>At first, his heart jumped upon hearing that; perhaps she was showing some real interest? His hopes were somewhat squelshed when she requested not to take part though. His eyebrows lowered slightly, smile just a little less perked as he accepted, giving her a solume nod. ""I have no intention of forcing you, Riliane. We are not all like the Pirate King. I'm certain the mere presence of a such a warm, gentle soul would please Him well enough."" He had to admit, it was rather... exciting to actually be handling himself so well around a woman for once: granted, he found it hard to process to emotion, but he certainly wouldn't mind seeing more of her.<br/><br/>He glanced down to the field, seeing some stiring in the tents: the melee would start fairly soon, he thought, as he casually slid a fraction of an inch closer to RIliane, Lassa quickly following along beside him."
14809,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=400,2015-01-05T23:06:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Loron Greyjoy</span><br/><br/>Loron marched out of his tent, properly armed and armored. He was wearing thick and heavy armour, it was well made and painted gold upon black in the Greyjoy colours. There was also imagery of the kraken everywhere on the armour. For a weapon Loron had chosen a well made one-handed battle axe, it wasn't decorated and looked extremely simple next to his armour but it worked well and that's all Loron wanted; he also carried a square shield with the symbol of house Greyjoy painted upon it.<br/><br/>Loron made his way through the crowds of greenlanders and into the area where the melee would be held (Loron was unsure of what to call it as he had never taken part in a melee before). A few other ironborn who decided it would be fun had also entered. A drowned priest had followed Loron too and quickly blessed him with saltwater. Loron wasn't extremely pious but he wouldn't refuse any potential help from his god, and it was rather fun making the onlookers who worshiped trees or the seven squirm.<br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Riliane Wendwater</span><br/><br/>Riliane smiled brightly at Steffon (and Lassa who was seemingly being ignored) and inched slightly closer to him. ""I hope lord Loras wins."" Riliane told Steffon quietly. ""Ooh or the silver knight, ser Olyvar. It must be weird though, what would you do if you were fighting in the melee and turned around to see your king? You couldn't hit him hard right?"""
14810,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=400,2015-01-05T23:24:00,New Granadeseret,"(OOC: She's being ignored because she prefers it that way. Steffon knows that in this sort of environment, the less attention she has directed at her, the less likely she is to try and run)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Baratheon-Swanns</span><br/><br/>""Personally? I'd give him the best fight I could."" Steffon commented, quickly transitioning into an explanation. ""Aerion wouldn't have joined the melee if he didn't want a challenge, after all... and it'd look far better for him to yield to a lord than to an upjumped sellsword."" He did truly worry for the young King's safety... melee combat was a dangerous thing: a split second's hesitation could easily cost you your life, or so father had taught him. Sometimes, his mind would wander on flights of fancy, dreaming of such heroics... before he'd inevitably imagine a blade right though his gut, breaking the tranquility.<br/><br/>""Ser Olyvar is certainly one of the favorites though. I wouldn't be surprised if he was victorious."" He ideally wondered, if Olyvar won, who he'd name his Queen of Love and Beauty... an honor every maiden here dreamed of."
14811,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=400,2015-01-06T00:40:00,Atletius,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Talion Steele, Windholm, the North</span><br/>Talion sat in an angered stupor in his room. By all accounts he'd failed one of his duties as Sentinel of Windholm. Their youngest brother could get himself killed, on the way to Kings Landing especially. The journey is fraught with bandits and rogues 'knights'. At the the tourney, if Jaime reached it, Talion knew Jaime would be able to hold his own.<br/>""So Maester. Who are the Steeles?"" He heard a young boy ask from outside, a stable hand of some kind.<br/>""Well, Kais, the Steeles are an old family, they were sworn to the old Kings in Winterfell. Now one of the principal northern houses, though this has only become so recently. During the War of Five Kings, Lord Tristan Steele was one of the first to support King Robb. He fought bravely alongside the Young Wolf in his campaigning in the Riverlands. Then came the betrayal at the Twins.""<br/>""Robb was killed wasn't he Maester?""<br/>""Yes, and Lord Tristan survived. He came back north. The Bolton's soon lay siege to Windholm. The castle held, supplies smuggled in weekly. Eventually, King Stannis drove the Boltons back. And the rest is common history.""<br/>""What happened to Lord Tristan?""<br/>""After Stannis' succession, he returned North. And stayed here in Windholm. When King Jon came to the Throne, Tristan went Kings Landing, serving as Jon's Master of Laws. You obviously know of the Sack of Kings Landing?""<br/>""Yes Maester.""<br/>""Well, during the sack. Tristan tried to protect the King. It is believed that Tristan was killed by The Lord Commander of the Kingsguard Loras Tyrell. The King was then butchered. And Tristan's body returned here to be buried in the Crypts of Windholm.""<br/><br/>Talion knew of his houses history. It was a, recently tragic one. Their father was a good man. He'd led his House to becoming one on the principal northern houses. It was up to Rydon and his younger brothers to continue to story of House Steele. And right now, Talion worried."
14812,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=400,2015-01-06T11:16:00,Tracian Empire,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Golden Company's camp, near the Free City of Pentos</span></span></span></span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Aerys Waters, the Dragon's Bastard, Commander of the Golden Company</span></span></span></span><br/>Aerys and Duncan Snow were approaching the Golden Company's camp. The camp was build near Pentos, with the commanders tent surrounded by the golden skulls in the middle. It was a very hot afternoon there. About 50 meters from the camp, they were suddenly surrounded my more soldiers that appeared from nowhere.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Who are you?""</span>, said the leader of the soldiers? Aerys took his coat down, revealing himself.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Calm down, Strong, it's me."" </span>, said Aerys.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Sorry commander, I didn't recognized you. The other have already arrived"" </span>, said Strong<span style=""font-style: italic""> ""Don't worry Ben, your defense is pretty good. I didn't expected that.""</span>,he said.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Now come on, Snow, we need to go ""</span>, said Aerys turning to Snow. The two reached the camp soon. Sand, Flowers and Rivers were awaiting for them near his tent.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Aerys, we ordered the Scorpio's. They will be ready in one week.""</span>, said Sand. Aerys smiled and said:<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Very good. We can't let the Company without any kind of defense against dragons. I will go to sleep now, and I sugest you to do the same. We have been working for two days without any sleep.""</span>.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Yes, we will go to sleep. Se you all later.""</span>, said Flowers. Aerys entered his tent. He was very tired. He went to a table. On the table was a great war map, with more pions. He stayed there for a half of hour, just watching the map, searching in his memories. He still couldn't remember who that man was. He put two red dragons, one facing another near the Dothraki sea. After, he took a red dragon from Meereen, and put it on the Ghiscari Empire's border with Mantarys, facing a smaller yellow dragon.After this, he crashed in his bed.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">. He dreamed something strange. It was a rainy night, and he was in a small house, that seemed familiar. He was a child.An old woman was sitting next to the fire with him.""You are a Targaryen. It doesn't matter if you are a bastard, believe me. Listen to me, change your fate."" Suddendly, more people with hoods entered the house.One of them took his hood down. It was a beautiful woman, with platinum hair and purple eyes. She looked familiar too. As he was playing next to the fire, she spoke something with the old woman. Now that he was hearing it, it sounded like Valyrian. Then, the beautiful woman came near him, and said: ""We may never see each other again. Take care."" Then the woman told him something in Valyrian. He fell asleep. When he woke up, he was wearing his armor, bearing the white three headed dragon. He had Blackfyre in his hand. In front of him it was a huge red three-headed dragon. The dragon laughed, and said: ""Let's see what will you do now, bastard!"". After this, The dragon threw fire at him.</span><br/>He woke up. One of the lieutenants said:<span style=""font-style: italic"">Commander, you need to come. Now!</span>"
14813,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=400,2015-01-06T18:45:00,Novae Vitae,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Queen Regent Margaery, the Thorny Queen<br/>The Red Keep, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>""It is an ugly throne,"" Margaery said. Her robe was long and trailing, it's sleeves dagged to the floor. It gave her falling form an air of secrecy while her face remained, by all comparisons, still comely and intimidating.<br/><br/>""No man can still easily upon it,"" Elvina replied. Her hair, the color of fire, was bound upward in elegant patterns with small gems littered throughout it. Her own dress, white as though for purity, was fitting to her form and displayed her beauty. Yet it was not her body that had the most cutting appearance, but her mind.<br/><br/>""A foolish choice on the Conqueror's part,"" Margaery replied, walking towards the throne. ""It led to Maegor the Cruel and Rhaenyra who-was-never-queen, to Aegon the Unworthy and Aerys the Mad. If they had just been allowed to sit back and relax, then perhaps so many wars could have been avoided.""<br/><br/>""It led to Jaehearys the Conciliator, too,"" Elvina replied, walking towards her mother but standing behind her slightly. ""It made Aegon the Dragonbane and Viserys II, both cynical men, yes, but good rulers all the same.""<br/><br/>Margaery climbed the steps to the towering Iron Throne, touching one of the swords on its arm. ""All they did was the job their life had been assigned,"" Margaery said. ""They feared something that was not even real, and they feared it well. But how much easier it would have been, if no one had feared at all.""<br/><br/>Margaery's hand moved up and down the sword. Whose sword had this been? An Osgrey? A Farwynd? Was this Gardener's sword? Durrandon's? It would never be known, but it needn't be either. It was just a sword, and whom had swung it mattered not. It was just a sword.<br/><br/>""Fear is what we rule by,"" Elvina said, standing half-way up the steps of the throne.<br/><br/>""Not you, nor I,"" Margaery replied. ""Maekar ruled with fear. Joffrey did. His predecessor did as well. Anyone that is here to remember their names is not glad of it.""<br/><br/>""So how shall we rule?"" Elvina questioned.<br/><br/>Margaery smiled, running her figure once more over the sword. ""With love. With love, and with a heart so ruthless even Maegor would tremble to see us smile.""<br/><br/>Elvina paused. ""Mother, I . . . I do not understand,"" she said, somewhat flush. She should not be embarrassed of not understanding, she knew, yet she was all the same. She was to rule through Aerion; it could not be afforded that she did not comprehend.<br/><br/>Margaery looked over her shoulder and smiled. How much of herself she saw in her daughter. ""You will, sweetling,"" Margaery replied. Her smile, as it was so rarely, was genuine. ""Go to Aerion, sweetling. I shall maintain the court, as ever.""<br/><br/>Elvina nodded and set off from the throne room, not taking note as Margaery turned to face the grand doors of the throne room. Slowly, methodically, she sat upon the Iron Throne. She towered over the room alone, but at once the most powerful person in the kingdoms. She took a deep breath. Her regency might be over soon, but her influence was firmly planted. Her reign was not over.<br/><br/>And as she thought that, she looked with shock and horror as the small droplet of blood that had risen to her finger.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lady Elvina the Rosebud<br/>The Tourney Grounds, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>Elvina made her way to the tourney grounds with a small escort of royal men, riding high atop her mare. She should have been nervous, out in front of so many others that judged and appraised her, but this was her prime. She had been raised for this. She lived for this. This was the center of her battle field.<br/><br/>""Your Grace,"" Elvina said as she approached, gesturing back her men. She dismounted and curtsied, bending low, but not<span style=""font-style: italic"">too</span>low. ""Your Grace, you look quite the knight in your armor. Might I guess you mean to fight in the tourney this day?"""
14814,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=400,2015-01-06T19:51:00,Arana,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Tourney Grounds, King's Landing, Crownlands<br/>Aerion I Targaryen, King of the Andals, the Rhoynar, and the First Men, Lord of the Seven Kingdoms</span><br/><br/>Aerion smiled as he saw Elvina approach, her escort following behind her. As of now, his betrothed was little more than the cousin of the Lord of Highgarden, and the daughter of a queen married to three different kings, two of which were dead and the last of which was overthrown. And yet, compared to Aerion, who often dressed rather casually save for his crown, she looked as if she were already a queen herself.<br/><br/>""Greetings, my Lady. You look lovely this morning, as usual.""<br/><br/>His smile faded a bit when he heard her question.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Please, gods, don't let her try to talk me out of it too.</span><br/><br/>""Indeed I do. Perhaps I'll be so fortunate as to win, and name you queen of love and beauty. The first of many gifts for our wedding."""
14815,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=400,2015-01-06T20:16:00,Novae Vitae,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lady Elvina the Rosebud<br/>The Tourney Grounds, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>Elvina smiled broadly at Aerion. ""Thank you, Your Grace,"" she said. ""And it would be a great honor for me to be your queen of love-and-beauty. I am sure that you shall compete with honor and vigor, Your Grace. Few men can best the dragons, and you are better than most of those dragons all the same. Your victory shall surely be swift.""<br/><br/>Elvina paused. Was it too public for such a question? Yet she was beautiful, and she need make her attraction known. ""Your Grace, I wonder . . . what inspires your skill in battle?""<br/><br/>Seven help the king, for his answer best be her, lest they both be the fool."
14816,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=425,2015-01-06T20:46:00,Arana,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Tourney Grounds, King's Landing, Crownlands<br/>Aerion I Targaryen, King of the Andals, the Rhoynar, and the First Men, Lord of the Seven Kingdoms</span><br/><br/>Aerion smiled back at his betrothed, his smile only widening hearing her speak. As she did so, his eyes began to wander a bit, despite his efforts to prevent them from doing so. For the most part, he maintained eye contact, but there were moments when he was looking elsewhere.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Don't be an idiot. Just look at her face and ignore the rest, at least for now.</span>It wasn't his fault entirely; his betrothed truly was beautiful, and she had only made herself more beautiful with her hair and dress. Besides, even though Aerion was a king, he was still a teenage boy, and at the moment, the teenage boy in him was overpowering the king. Luckily for him, Aerax tugging on his braid brought him back in time to hear Elvina's question.<br/><br/>""My Rosebud, of course. Why do you ask?"""
14817,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=425,2015-01-06T21:23:00,Novae Vitae,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lady Elvina the Rosebud<br/>The Tourney Grounds, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>""I was curious if anything had caught Your Grace's eye,"" Elvina replied. ""How lucky that person would have been, to catch the eye of such a noble<span style=""font-style: italic"">man</span>.""<br/><br/>Elvina stepped an inch closer to Aerion, pretending to study Aerax. As if a piece of dirt had caught her chest, she brushed herself near the top of her abdomen. ""Your dragon is quite stunning, Your Grace. I can never appreciate how incredible he is, especially when near someone like you.""<br/><br/>Elvina smiled pleasantly at Aerion, but her eye held something greater than a smile."
14818,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=425,2015-01-06T22:07:00,Arana,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Tourney Grounds, King's Landing, Crownlands<br/>Aerion I Targaryen, King of the Andals, the Rhoynar, and the First Men, Lord of the Seven Kingdoms</span><br/><br/>Grinning, Aerion moved closer as well, as if to give Elvina a better look at Aerax.<br/><br/>""Someone did. A red rose, prettier than all the roses in the Reach.""<br/><br/>His eyes couldn't help but look down to where her hand was, and it took him a few moments to pull them away again.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Pull it together Aerion. You just have to wait until after the wedding, and then you can do whatever you want.</span>These thoughts, however, were drowned out by Elvina's words, and the young king couldn't help but start to get excited. Leaning in closely, he began whispering into her ear in High Valyrian.<br/><br/>""I'm not sure I can wait until after we marry... I want my rose..."""
14819,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=425,2015-01-06T23:22:00,Toronina,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ser Hobber Redwyne, Heir to the Arbor</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Tourney Grounds, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>'Well this is awkward.' He thought as the kings betrothed rode up. He didn't want to interupt the moment between them. He cleared his throat. ""I am sorry for the interruption Your Grace, it's just that my father has brought some casks of wine over, and he would like to give some to you, as a personal gift for you and your betrothed."""
14820,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=425,2015-01-07T05:53:00,Of the Quendi,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;"">The Ghiscari Empire</span><br/>The City of Kosrak, in the Free Province of Lhazar<br/>Under the sovereignty of Aemon the Magnificent Targaryen</span></span><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://img2.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20120317181433/asoiaf/zh/images/d/d2/House_Targaryen_crest.PNG""/><br/><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Aemon Targaryen</span></span></span></div><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">W</span></span>hatever hope Aemon had begun to harbor as his brother changed his tune quickly evaporated as it became clear that ""cooperation"" was merely another word for tribute. His gaze hardened once more Aemon glared at his whimsical sibling.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""I know plenty of your people, brother.""</span>Aemon barked in a near perfect Dothraki.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""You where a babe still when I prepared myself for the possibility of one day ruling them, since then I have had the pleasure of making the acquaintance of three khals, Scoro, Zhaggo and Jhommo.""</span>Aemon spoke.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Not one of them was in as advantageous a position as you are now when they met me, yet not one stooped so low as to try to best me with guileful words and trickery. Savages and barbarians they where, but extraordinary and honorable fighters who would have never thought to treat with me using honeyed words like a sycophantic courtier. I respected them as I slew them and sent them to the Great Stallion, untainted by the civilization they eschew. You are more Westerosi then you make Viserys.""</span>Aemon proclaimed.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">H</span></span>e shook his head in disgust.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""I am sure my vassals and courtiers would have a great deal to learn from you silver tongue. The ability of turning black into white is praised among such men and I see I face a master, who would turn tribute into cooperation. Spare me your coy blackmail, I have lost my patience with you brother. Name your price, merchant and trouble me no more worthless words. Clearly you know what present you crave so stop wasting my time with your nonsense and your attempt to pass yourself of as a Dothraki. I have known many a great Horselord in my day, I cannot count you among them.""</span>The Emperor growled.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;"">The Ghiscari Empire</span><br/>The Imperial City of Meereen, in the Bay of Ghiscari<br/>Under the sovereignty of Aemon the Magnificent Targaryen</span></span><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d4/GhisHarpie.png""/><br/><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lady Missandei</span></span></span></div><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">M</span></span>issandei's stomach was growling by the time she reached the heart of the pyramid and she quite regretted not bringing some of her breakfast with her. By now even the honeyed locusts was a temptation. She and Khrazdaqan arrived first while the officers was yet to be convened, it gave Missandei a chance to discuss the sensitive matter of the prisoner with the inquisitor in private.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""No torture. Not for Lady Maelesa and not for any of her retainers.""</span>Missandei bluntly declared.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">T</span></span>he eunuch, a tall slender man dressed in the black robes of the inquisition made a grimace.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""There would be all sort of information to be had madam. Lady Maelesa is uniquely well placed to tell us everything we need to know to take Mantarys. I strongly urge that we use this golden opportunity to uncover the secrets of the Vaeleneos family.""</span>The inquisitor declared. Missandei shook her head.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""No, inquisitor. While I appreciate that Lady Maelesa may be a treasure trove of information she is first and foremost a hostage of great value. As the sister and wife of Lord Talaemor she is a priceless asset that I cannot accept any damage to.""</span>Missandei declared in a practical rather then ethical rejection of torture.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">K</span></span>hrazdaqan shook his head dismissively.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""There are ways to preserve the dear lady relatively intact while still extracting vital information. Respectfully Grand Vizier I will instruct my people to commence interrogations. Lady Maelesa Vaeleneos is now in the custody of the Censorate, not the Chancellery. By placing her under arrest you transferred her from the control of the government to the control of the judiciary.""</span>The Inquisitor insisted.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">M</span></span>issandei had been aware of the problem of formally arresting Lady Maelesa. Whatever else the woman now thought her only friend in Meereen was now Missandei herself. The Censorate, and Khrazdaqan, was merciless and had none of Missandei's kindness. As zealous defenders of the empire from internal enemies they shied no means, no matter how savage, in preserving the imperial throne; and unfortunately they where too strong even for Missandei to defy them. Yet she would do her best.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Respectfully Inquisitor, in the absence of the Emperor I do not head the Chancellery, I head the Empire. As vice-regent I repeat; no torture.""</span>The Naathi woman insisted as her stomach growled for the breakfast she had missed.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">K</span></span>hrazdaqan's cold grey eyes narrowed. He knew just as well as Missandei that the emperor was not expected to be gone for more then a few days, hardly something that would prompt a regency. Then again there was no clear precedent delineating the respective powers of the imperial administration in the absence of the emperor. After a moment Khrazdaqan shrugged.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""On your head then, madam.""</span>He declared.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">R</span></span>esisting a temptation to give a relieved sigh Missandei nodded politely, glad to have avoided seeing a prominent vassal of the emperor tortured. But eager to make amends towards the inquisitor Missandei gave the cold man a warm smile and changed the subject.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""I assume you brought the letter?""</span>She asked. The eyes of the inquisitor grew a little less narrow.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Indeed.""</span>He said procuring a small roll of paper, which Missandei quickly took and read. She nodded ponderously.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""I assume the handwriting can be forged.""</span>She asked.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">A</span></span>n eye roll from the inquisitor answered her question, her stupid question.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Good.""</span>She remarked, reviewing the content of the letter once more.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Short and sweet.""</span>She concluded.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""No unreplicable familiarities, no strange formulations or language. Based on this can we forge a letter from Lady Maelesa to her husband?""</span>Missandei asked.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">K</span></span>hrazdaqan nodded slowly.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""I believe so. A short letter such as this doesn't leave much room for anyone to make an obvious mistake. She fortunately does not wax endlessly about family affairs that we lack the knowledge of to write. We couldn't find any trace of code either. Yes I am quite confident we can forge the letter.""</span>The inquisitor declared. Ignoring her hunger Missandei bit her upper lip.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Quite confident, inquisitor? If we send a letter that is seen through we will loose the element of surprise we presently have, I cannot allow that so I need you to be very confident that you can forge a letter.""</span>Missandei said.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">T</span></span>he inquisitor nodded.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Very confident then madam, especially if the content of the letter is something simple it should be easy enough. What would you have me write?""</span>He asked.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Write that she is afraid of being watched and therefore might not be able to send many letters, and write that she has observed a mobilization in Meereen with armies marching to the Khyzai pass to fight the Dothraki.""</span>Missandei ordered.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""With a bit of luck this might goad her husband into an attack on Meereen, sparing us the trouble of the Demon Road.""</span>Missandei said. The inquisitor bowed.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Certainly madam.""</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">T</span></span>hen a knock on the doors to the chamber of the war council announced the arrival of the generals. In came Grey Worm, Ser Tumco Lho, who by now had presumably seen Lady Maelesa installed in the spacious but dark cell that was to be her home for the foreseeable future, Ser Larraq of the Lash, Ser Corlys Velaryon, Hero, Missandei's brother Marselen, Hizdahr zo Loraq the Younger and all the others. It was time to plan a war, Missandei was starved and the day had only begun.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Gentlemen.""</span>She declared.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Thank you for coming. I regret to inform you that as of an hour ago the Empire of the Ghiscari for all intents and purposes entered a state of war with the city of Mantarys and the Vaeleneos dynasty.""</span><br/><br/><div align=""center"">~*~</div><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">W</span></span>alking down the dark damp hallways of the cavernous lower levels of the Great Pyramid with a tray of Valyrian cuisine in her hands Missandei was, all things considered, in a good mood. The war council had been quite a success despite the absence of the emperor. Grey Worm had calmly and confidently taken the lead in bringing the large group of commanders together in formulating not one but two general stratagems against the Mantarines. One, tailored to a two front war with the khalasar of Prince Viserys and one tailored to a one front war against Mantarys. The largely similar stratagems where both calling for a limited war an ideally a total avoidance of having to march on Mantarys. It was stratagems that Missandei hoped would limit and mitigate the disastrous consequences of conflict while at the same time make it clear once and for all to any who would question it that Aemon the Magnificent was the sole and indisputable ruler of All Ghiscar.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">A</span></span>s the Grand Vizier neared the dungeons, her mind preoccupied with assessing the stratagems trying to look for fault in them, she heard the echoes of voices shouting in the Valyrian dialect of Mantarys. She had been greatly pleased to learn that most of Lady Maelesa's retainers had been apprehended without incidents. They could now look forward to a short and hellish live as slaves in the salt mines of the Eastern Province, but that was not Missandei's problem.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">S</span></span>he reached the cell where Lady Maelesa was being held. It was a spacious one built to hold Hizdahr zo Loraq and used by him during his captivity under both Ser Barristan and later in the early reign of Aemon. The jailor who stood before the heavy iron doors of the cell rose to see who was paying him a visit and was clearly stunned to be face to face with the Grand Vizier.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Lady Missandei.""</span>The large unkempt man gasped.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""I wish to inspect the prisonner.""</span>Missandei authoritatively commanded, walking past the man towards the doors.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">D</span></span>espite being awed the man acted with surprising speed, moving in between Missandei and the door.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""M'lady must forgive me, but I am not to let anyone in but the inquisitors.""</span>The man spoke, a slight tremble in his voice as he mentioned the dreaded dark robed guardians of virtue and righteousness of the peoples of the empire. Missandei glared at the man coldly. He was much taller and heavier then her and like any sane individual he did not want to displease the Censorate. But it took a strong man to refuse the Grand Vizier of the Empire.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Step aside jailor and open the door.""</span>Missandei barked, pondering if Lady Maelesa could hear her from behind the door.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">F</span></span>or a moment the look of desperation on the jailor's face made Missandei feel sorry for him. Caught between the Grand Vizier and the Inquisition was an unenviable situation for anyone. In the end the man surprised Missandei by obeying her. Shaking he stepped aside, procured the keys and unlocked the heavy door. Stepping past him Missandei stepped into the doorway.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""May I come in.""</span>She politely inquired at the captive."
14821,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=425,2015-01-07T14:42:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Riliane Wendwater</span><br/><br/>""But there's a difference between him knowing he might get hurt and getting hurt. I wouldn't fight him, I couldn't risk hurting the king before his wedding. I'd just tell him to hit me softly and then fall over and yield, pretending that I was hurt. Ooh, look! You can see the king and his bride together!"" exclaimed Riliane, pointing to where the king and Elvina were. ""They're so cute together..."" Riliane said dreamily, feeling slightly jealous of Elvina."
14822,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=425,2015-01-07T14:54:00,New Granadeseret,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Baratheon-Swanns</span><br/><br/>""There's always that risk yes..."" he admitted, shaking his head. ""But what kind of victory would that be? I suppose it would be best to try to avoid him... let some sellsword with nothing to lose force him down."" He followed Riliane's finger, watching the King and young Elivna get.. oddly close. She did certainly look attractive... and the King every inch a knight in the most shining of armor, but there was just something about the situation that didn't strike him as cute. Maybe the fact it was happening around a bunch of men itching for a good fight.<br/><br/>""They do fit together perfectly, don't they?"" He commented back, watching their bodies press up against each other. Wasen't there something about doing that sort of thing before a wedding? Poor fortune or something along those lines? ""I have no doubt he'll be taking his favor soon... that armor looks so ferocious, he'll need something to remind people he's still a groom."""
14823,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=425,2015-01-07T15:48:00,Arana,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Tourney Grounds, King's Landing, Crownlands<br/>Aerion I Targaryen, King of the Andals, the Rhoynar, and the First Men, Lord of the Seven Kingdoms</span><br/><br/>Looking over towards Lord Redwyne, Aerion smiled, partially grateful for the gift and partially grateful for the distraction. He didn't want to get to do anything stupid in front of all those people, especially right before his wedding.<br/><br/>""Thank you, Lord Redwyne. I would love to try some, most likely after the tourney. Don't want to be drunk out of my wits while I'm fighting.""<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Kosrak, Lhazar, Ghiscari Empire<br/>Viserys Targaryen, Khal of the Great Grass Sea</span><br/><br/>Viserys had expected his brother to be difficult, but this was... different from what he had expected, which was either to convince him of his way or to end up in a fight to the death. What he didn't plan for was Aemon accusing him of things and insulting him. As his brother spoke, Viserys's expression went from a hopeful one to one of confusion, then to one of anger. Who was he to sit there and insult him like that?<br/><br/>""Trickery? Blackmail? Have you even been listening? I have yet to tell you one thing that wasn't straightforward and honest, and if you can point out where I did I'd be surprised. So far, I have made you a deal that was more than good enough for the Free Cities of the west, the Daughters of Valyria, and you refused. I made you a better deal, one that I wouldn't dream of making with any other, and you do little but insult and accuse me. If you cannot see the difference between what I ask and simple tribute, then you are a fool, and an arrogant one at that.""<br/><br/>As his brother moved on to simply insulting him, he found it hard to not knock the great Ghiscari emperor out of the sky. If this was how Aemon treated his potential allies, then it was amazing he had any at all. His voice grew louder, as Berras roared behind him. Unknown to Viserys, his mind was slowly slipping into that of the smaller dragon, much like his brother could do at will.<br/><br/>""If you weren't my flesh and blood I'd have struck you down already, and many would have done so for even less. You not only insult me, but you dare question my culture? I am a khal of khals, the greatest to ride the Dothraki Sea since Mother left. In eight years, I haven't lost a single battle, and I am feared across the Free Cities, so much so that they all jumped at the chance to pay me tribute. And yet my own brother, when asked for a simple gift in return for thirty thousand of the best cavalry in the world, is too high and mighty to accept.""<br/><br/>Forcing himself to calm down, Viserys closed his eyes and took a deep breath. Yelling wouldn't help anything, no matter how much he wanted to do it. What he needed was to get through his brother's thick head, and hope he wasn't foolish enough to turn down one of the best offers that would ever be made to him.<br/><br/>""When Westeros falls, I want to be able to do what I please with the Reach. I want to burn Highgarden and Oldtown and the Arbor to the ground, and take every penny, stag, and dragon they have. That, and I wouldn't mind your assistance in finding a bride. After all, I do need an heir. Lastly, I need ships, to bring my khalasar across the seas and destroy those who killed Mother and your father, and as far as I know mine as well. This is what I want. And if that is too much for your<span style=""font-style: italic"">magnificence</span>, then I will be on my way. Whatever you decide, you very well may soon see me at the gates of Meereen with an army at my back. What that army will be doing depends on you."""
14824,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=425,2015-01-07T17:18:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Arana <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=23060157#p23060157"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Tourney Grounds, King's Landing, Crownlands<br/>Aerion I Targaryen, King of the Andals, the Rhoynar, and the First Men, Lord of the Seven Kingdoms</span><br/><br/>Looking over towards Lord Redwyne, Aerion smiled, partially grateful for the gift and partially grateful for the distraction. He didn't want to get to do anything stupid in front of all those people, especially right before his wedding.<br/><br/>""Thank you, Lord Redwyne. I would love to try some, most likely after the tourney. Don't want to be drunk out of my wits while I'm fighting.""<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Kosrak, Lhazar, Ghiscari Empire<br/>Viserys Targaryen, Khal of the Great Grass Sea</span><br/><br/>Viserys had expected his brother to be difficult, but this was... different from what he had expected, which was either to convince him of his way or to end up in a fight to the death. What he didn't plan for was Aemon accusing him of things and insulting him. As his brother spoke, Viserys's expression went from a hopeful one to one of confusion, then to one of anger. Who was he to sit there and insult him like that?<br/><br/>""Trickery? Blackmail? Have you even been listening? I have yet to tell you one thing that wasn't straightforward and honest, and if you can point out where I did I'd be surprised. So far, I have made you a deal that was more than good enough for the Free Cities of the west, the Daughters of Valyria, and you refused. I made you a better deal, one that I wouldn't dream of making with any other, and you do little but insult and accuse me. If you cannot see the difference between what I ask and simple tribute, then you are a fool, and an arrogant one at that.""<br/><br/>As his brother moved on to simply insulting him, he found it hard to not knock the great Ghiscari emperor out of the sky. If this was how Aemon treated his potential allies, then it was amazing he had any at all. His voice grew louder, as Berras roared behind him. Unknown to Viserys, his mind was slowly slipping into that of the smaller dragon, much like his brother could do at will.<br/><br/>""If you weren't my flesh and blood I'd have struck you down already, and many would have done so for even less. You not only insult me, but you dare question my culture? I am a khal of khals, the greatest to ride the Dothraki Sea since Mother left. In eight years, I haven't lost a single battle, and I am feared across the Free Cities, so much so that they all jumped at the chance to pay me tribute. And yet my own brother, when asked for a simple gift in return for thirty thousand of the best cavalry in the world, is too high and mighty to accept.""<br/><br/>Forcing himself to calm down, Viserys closed his eyes and took a deep breath. Yelling wouldn't help anything, no matter how much he wanted to do it. What he needed was to get through his brother's thick head, and hope he wasn't foolish enough to turn down one of the best offers that would ever be made to him.<br/><br/>""When Westeros falls, I want to be able to do what I please with the Reach. I want to burn Highgarden and Oldtown and the Arbor to the ground, and take every penny, stag, and dragon they have. That, and I wouldn't mind your assistance in finding a bride. After all, I do need an heir. Lastly, I need ships, to bring my khalasar across the seas and destroy those who killed Mother and your father, and as far as I know mine as well. This is what I want. And if that is too much for your <span style=""font-style: italic"">magnificence</span>, then I will be on my way. Whatever you decide, you very well may soon see me at the gates of Meereen with an army at my back. What that army will be doing depends on you.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ser Hobber Redwyne, Heir to the Arbor.</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Tourney Grounds, King's Landing.</span><br/><br/>""Of course not Your Grace. I'll have some servants send to to the feast. Now if you'll excuse me, I must go, some of my brothers are in the Melee and my father would kill me if I missed watching the fights."" He said with a smile. ""Have fun with your betrothed Your Grace, I'm sure you'll do well in the Melee."" Hobber turned away and set off towards his fathers tent, seeing some servants had set it up."
14825,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=425,2015-01-07T18:34:00,Novae Vitae,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lady Elvina the Rosebud<br/>The Tourney Grounds, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>""You will have to wait to pick the flower,"" she replied in High Valyrian as Lord Redwyne approached. She said nothing in his company save pleasantries that preceded and followed her curtsy.<br/><br/>""I can give you the slightest petal though,"" she continued, still in High Valyrian. ""You'll find it later, in your tent. Until later, Your Grace."" With that, she curtsied and dispersed, making her way to Aerion's tent. It would not be good that they seemed to spend too much time together before the wedding.<br/><br/>When she arrived, she found a common man-at-arms standing before it. ""Stand aside, if you'd please,"" she said, waving her hand in gesture.<br/><br/>""Can't, m'lady,"" the man said. ""I'm on specific orders from the king 'imself. No one is to go inside his tent.""<br/><br/>Elvina smiled pleasantly at the man. She suddenly had an idea of what Margaery had meant earlier. It was a grasping concept, not strictly defined . . . but it felt right.<br/><br/>Her smile stretched broadly across her face as she spoke. ""I<span style=""font-style: italic"">am</span>your lady, but soon I shall be your queen. Seven save the man that does not follow the instructions of his queen, and Seven spare them from her wrath. Now, good ser, stand aside--or I shall find somewhat to help the future queen in her distress.""<br/><br/>Her eyelashes battered pleasantly as she said this. The man, at first unintimidated, began to grasp what she was saying. ""Fine, m' . . . my queen. But only for a few minutes.""<br/><br/>Elvina nodded at the man. ""You are wise, good ser,"" she said, entering the tent. One inside, she found the most prominent object in the room and removed a ribbon from her hair. She had worn it the ribbon specifically for this day, and one it, in gold, was a phrase in High Valyrian.<br/><br/>It's translation was ambiguous. While some might think it meant, ""All men must love,"" Elvina had found a different translation.<br/><br/>""All men must lust."""
14826,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=425,2015-01-08T22:11:00,The Imperial Republica,"<span style=""font-style: italic"">Ser Bolvar</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Castle Black</span><br/><br/>Bolvar awakened in a pool of sweat, ale, and a little bit of drool.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Seven Hells. How long was I out?</span>He brought a hand up to his throbbing head to try to ease the pain of the hangover.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Gods be good, I feel like the back side of an ass.</span>He then let out a sudden bark of laughter,<span style=""font-style: italic"">an ass's arse. That's a good one, I'll have to rememeber that.</span>He looked around the Feast Hall and saw that, other than the lone black brother here and there, as well as the occasional drunk man at arms, the place was empty.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Must've been out for longer than I thought.</span>He got up, and waited for the world to stop spinning before he went off in search of The Lord Commander. He had to know if he was still needed here, or if he could take his leave."
14827,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=425,2015-01-09T08:49:00,Of the Quendi,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;"">The Ghiscari Empire</span><br/>The City of Kosrak, in the Free Province of Lhazar<br/>Under the sovereignty of Aemon the Magnificent Targaryen</span></span><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://img2.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20120317181433/asoiaf/zh/images/d/d2/House_Targaryen_crest.PNG""/><br/><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Aemon Targaryen</span></span></span></div><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">A</span></span>emon, unfazed by his brother's final loose of calm, tilted his head slightly, eyeing Viserys suspiciously, pondering once more how much he could trust the unpredictable bastard. In the anger, pride and confidence of the younger man Aemon couldn't help but recognize himself in a way he had not in the sycophantic courtier's babble. He grunted in grudging respect.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Well roared dragon.""</span>He spoke.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Perhaps there is more of my blood in you then I give you credit for.""</span>He conceded.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">T</span></span>hough his mistrust wasn't put at ease Aemon could find little guile in the words of his brother. It did appear as if his brother was either guileless or had abandoned attempts at soliciting like a beggar favor from Aemon. For all his shortcomings Viserys remained Aemon's brother, his blood and his kin. If not for his own sake then for mother's Aemon was prepared to give his brother the benefit of the doubt, and what he asked for was not something that was Aemon's to give.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Very well then brother, if you wish to ravage the Reach I shall not stand in your way.""</span>Aemon declared. For the briefest moment he felt a tingle of sympathy for the millions who had no part in the treachery of the Tyrell's but he quickly drowned the sentiment. The dragon did not pity the prey on which it feasted, nor would Aemon.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">T</span></span>he gaze of the dragon emperor drifted westwards towards the distant kingdoms he had lost. Taking them with Fire and Blood was something he had long dreamed of, and doing so would be a whole lot easier with thirty thousand screamers and Drogon at his command. Yet Westeros was but one of many dreams Aemon had, most being more pressing and closer to home.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""It will be no easy feat to take the Seven Kingdoms, and not one accomplished quickly.""</span>Aemon declared ponderously.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""I lack the ships to match the combined navies of Westeros, and the pirate Area Cithien blocks the Stepstones, something of which I know not whether I can make an advantage of, and I cannot afford to send many troops so far from Ghiscar. But if you send your thirty thousand screamers I shall send no fewer troops. With much less did Aegon subjugate the Seven Kingdoms. Very well we can cooperate on this.""</span>The emperor declared, hiding his true feelings about the adventure behind a facade of calm confidence. A war in the west would hold Aemon for years, decades even should he win it, from his own kingdom in Ghiscar, a prospect that did not entice.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">T</span></span>o conceal his mixed feelings Aemon responded to his brother's queer assistance for aid in arranging a marriage.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""You do make for a strange Dothraki, brother.""</span>He spoke, this time merely in surprise and without contempt. Aemon made a gesture down towards the khalasar assaulting Kosrak.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Have you not all the fillies you need down there amongst the people you call your own?""</span>He asked rhetorically, only to shrug.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""If they do not please you, or do not please you enough, I am sure something can be arranged. Yunkai may train slaves no more, but the way of the seven sighs and the sixteen seats of pleasure are still taught amongst them. I am sure I can find for you a girl most pleasing to the senses. What are brothers for?""</span>The emperor, somewhat amused, spoke."
14828,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=425,2015-01-09T10:16:00,Krugmar,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">House Vaeleneos</span> <br/>Meereen - Great Pyramid<br/>Maelesa Vaeleneos, Lady of Mantarys</span></div><hr/><br/><br/>Maelesa had been in the dark cell for quite a few hours. She was sat on the bed provided, staring at the door as If it would eventually melt from her gaze. Her mind drifted between her family, ones she may never see again. Her beloved Talaemor, who would kill any and all to rescue her. Her son Taemor, who she loved dearly, he was her legacy and she was proud of how he had grown into a man. At this point she would even missing Vysenna and her daughter Elaena. They had their disagreements, but they were still sisters and blood came before words. She resisted the urge to break down into tears, she would have to remain defiant and strong.<br/><br/>Her head snapped up as the Vizier entered the cell, her despair immediately dissipated and her features became that of a slight scowl.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Was she here to torment her? </span>Apparently not, as the meek and polite request reached Maelesa's ears. ""You may, though I would make sure that you also have a way of exiting as well, else you should become as stuck as I am"" said Maelesa, smiling slightly at her own joke. She knew that she would need to amuse herself, humour kept sanity and reality in check while in these environments.<br/><br/>She noticed the tray of food in the Vizier's hands,<span style=""font-style: italic"">a bribe for information? or is the Vizier feeling a bit guilty?</span>""and how may I help Missandei of Naath? Does she require my assistance in strategy? I would have thought that your eunuchs and sycophants would have helped you construct a glorious and 'magnificent' campaign"" she said, attempting a bit of mockery of the Imperial Bureaucracy and the Emperor's nickname. ""Or do you merely wish to chat? In that case, you are most welcome. I seem to be in no hurry to leave"" she continued. She did not wish to antagonise the Vizier too much, she had heard many stories about the Inquisition. Such establishments in her mind did little to confirm the legitimacy of the Empire.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">House Vaeleneos</span> <br/>Vaeleneos Palace<br/>Talaemor Vaeleneos, Lord of Mantarys and Master of the Demon Road</span></div><hr/><br/><br/>Talaemor was in his throne room, sat upon his magnificent throne that had survived from the days of Old Valyria. Courtiers, commanders, nobles, prominent citizens and sycophants chatted with each other while waiting for Talaemor to finish reading his letter. They were spreading simple gossip, war stories and other things that Talaemor was currently not interested. Talaemor was far more interested in the letter, he had been waiting all day to receive it.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Dear beloved husband<br/><br/>I feel that I am being watched in this city, letters may be harder to send. However it seems that the Emperor has mobilised his forces, sending them to the Khyzai pass to fight the Dothraki. I have not yet received an answer as to whether he will attend the wedding, so I will be kept here for a while longer by the slave girl.<br/><br/>Always yours, M.V</blockquote><br/><br/>Talaemor smiled, it was a relief to know that she was still ok. Yet this talk of mobilisation interested him, he would have to find out more. He called to his side one of the captains of the Mantarine 1st Legion and one of his messengers. ""Take this letter and deliver it straight to Maelesa. It will not be given to anyone else. If you are stopped, or if you are forced to give it to someone else then you are to tell me when you return"" he said, fearing that these letters would be taken by the damned Imperial Inquisition. Their reputation as despicable rats was legendary, Meereen was their sewer and therefore could not be trusted.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To my dearest wife<br/><br/>You are right to think that you are being watched, fear the Inquisition. This mobilisation of troops interests me, we shall talk of it when you return. The wedding is soon approaching and I still have not had the meals prepared. I know what Elaena likes, Vysenna told me.About the wedding, what is it Taemon gorges himself on constantly? The answer eludes me and I will not ask him out of embarrassment, I wish that you were here to help me plan this damned thing. <br/><br/>Always yours, T.V</blockquote><br/><br/>Talaemor smiled, it was true that he wanted Maelesa back, he missed her very much. Yet the question he had posed to her was irrelevant, a simple trick. Taemon was very temperate in his eating habits, and the wedding food had been arranged weeks ago by him, Maelesa and Vysenna. Talaemor did not trust his messenger to make it the full way to Maelesa, for<span style=""font-style: italic""> 'The Great Pyramid is filled with traitors, spies and vermin. Trust none within it, trust only your kin'</span>were the words Taenar had said. They had proved wise words in the past, and Talaemor would make no exception in this case. The messenger took the letter and hurried off to his horse, if he rode fast and took another horse at Bhorash he could possibly reach Meereen in the late hours of the night.<br/><br/>Next Talaemor turned to the captain in front of him, he had been kneeling the whole time. Talaemor motioned for him to stand up, ""Take ten of your men, pass through Bhorash onwards to Meereen. Send two into Meereen to scout out the garrison and troops levels. Send two around the surrounding area, checking for signs of a recently mobilised army. The other six, including you, are to go to the Khyzai pass and see if said army is there. Then you are to report to me, I expect you to return in three days, those sent to Meereen and the outlying areas are to report back immediately after finishing"". The captain nodded his head and ran off, intending to mobilise this small regiment.<br/><br/>Talaemor was very tempted to attack Meereen while the Emperor was away, take his wives and children hostage. Yet he would not go in blind, he needed more verification than Maelesa's letter. The wedding would have to be postponed for a time, but that mattered little in the long scheme.<span style=""font-style: italic""> Perhaps this was the time to strike?</span>Talaemor needed more information, caution was cowardly yet only fools would charge in like maniacs. Bravery would have to be tempered with certain cowardice.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">The Nights Watch</span> <br/>Castle Black<br/>Triston Gaunt, Lord Commander of the Nights Watch</span></div><hr/><br/><br/>Triston listened to the good point that the First Ranger put forward, then held his hand up to stop the brother who was about to lead Raven away. ""Raven, I think it best that you answer the First Ranger's question. He has more experience with the Others and their minions than I do, therefore I think it best to defer to his judgements on what constitutes their normal behaviour"" he said. It was true, Triston had never been part of the Great Ranging, having been chosen to remain behind. He had never resented that order, but actually embraced it. The Wall was his home, he had always dislike ranging and was pleased when selected as Lord Commander. It meant that he wouldn't have to go on rangings unless he commanded it, and he wouldn't."
14829,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=425,2015-01-09T11:59:00,Diliath,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Mordonin Jaerator, Meereen</span><br/><br/>When Mordonin heard about the arrest of lady Maelesa left Mordonin her quarters. He had warned his sister in Qarth to send the first ships of the brotherhood to Meereen to be ready when the Ghiscari soldiers would be available. He had enjoyed his stay in Meereen until now. He had gone to the famous baths and he had visited the library of the empire searching for any books about magic, but he found none. In this search however had he met a priest of R'hllor. He had always been a follower of R'hllor and he truly believed in him, but now was he seeing the practical part of the faith. It was commonly known that priests of R'hllor were wielding great power, they could control the flames for example. Mordonin talked hours with the priest and then decided to go to the temple His in Meereen to become one himself. His plan was to study and learn there until he was made priest or until the Ghiscari forces were ready to go to Qarth. With the eye on this did he send letters to his sister Alaenya in Qarth to prepare for the coup and to send the first ships of the tourmaline brotherhood to Meereen. He wrote his cousin Aelid to come with this ships and wrote the following letter to the commander of the golden company so he wouldn't fully rely on his own forces and that from the empire.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Aerys Waters, commander of the golden company.<br/><br/>honoured Aerys, I''m now an unknown man, but soon I''ll be the ruler of Qarth and I'll be quite rich. That allows me to pay you royally for your services and to talk about these services, I'm going to do a coup in Qarth to take the power from the pureborn and take it myself, but i''m not that far. First will I have to do this coup and I want to ask you and your company to help me, as reward will I pay you 500000 golden dragons. In this coup am I assisted by warlocks, Ghiscari legionaries, parts the civic Guard and some other mercenary companies so you'll fight beside them. When this coup has occured will I fight the cities of Faros, Vaharand port Moraq to the south because they'll probably use the chaos in Qarth to attack it. I will also have to keep in control and I''ll have to face rebellion. If you help me in these cases will I grant you the island city of Vahar, maybe as a vassal of Qarth. I hope you're intrested in my offer. <br/><br/>Awaiting your answer<br/><br/>Mordonin Jaerator</blockquote><br/><br/>He also wrote a letter to Missandei to tell her about the coming ships and his retire to the temple, although he asked her to warn him when the Ghiscari soldiers were ready to go to Qarth. When he had finished the letters did he go to the temple where he was accepted as an acolyte of the temple."
14830,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=425,2015-01-10T06:52:00,Toronina,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ser Hobber Redwyne, Heir to the Arbor</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Redwyne Tent, Tourney Grounds, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>Hobber greeted his father and his brothers who were partaking in the joust with him. He had sent off some burly looking servants to hand out casks of Arbor Gold as gifts to the high lords. Horas greeted his son with a tight hug. ""Good luck in the joust Hobber, and if these people just happen to be Northerners or Riverlanders, don't be afraid to do some extra damage."" Hobber nodded, smiling and greeted his brothers with hugs as well. He drank some Arbor Red, but not much, he needed to be sober for the joust."
14831,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=425,2015-01-10T08:13:00,Of the Quendi,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;"">The Ghiscari Empire</span><br/>The Imperial City of Meereen, in the Bay of Ghiscari<br/>Under the sovereignty of Aemon the Magnificent Targaryen</span></span><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d4/GhisHarpie.png""/><br/><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lady Missandei</span></span></span></div><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">F</span></span>or someone put in the care of the censors Lady Maelesa seemed to keep herself quite composed Missandei concluded. The Grand Vizier doubted she herself would have known how to deal with an arrest on the charge of treason. The Mantarine woman however seemed to retain her haughty arrogance and confidence. Laughing dutifully at the jest from the other woman Missandei stepped into the room, taking a seat on a bench bolted to the floor. Amusing it was not, but Missandei took it both as a sign of nervousness and hope from the other woman.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">P</span></span>lacing the tray of food next to her on the bench and gave the prisonner a smile.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""I have no need for strategic advice Maelesa Vaeleneos. The Marshall and his staff has drawn up extensive and clever battle plans, and I am confident in their ability to win the coming war.""</span>The Grand Vizier declared.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""I am here on a more important errand; to win the peace.""</span>She spoke.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">S</span></span>he grabbed the tray holding it out as a peace offering towards Lady Maelesa.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Hungry? Our breakfast was cut of a tad prematurely, so I thought I would bring you something to eat.""</span>The Grand Vizier said, before moving on to her main point.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Despite its brevity you however said a couple of thing I would like to talk further with you about if you are willing. You spoke of a resumption of slavery but with slaves protected by laws and of restoring the ways of Old Valyria. I am curious as to what exactly you meant ?""</span>Missandei asked in a conversational and calm tone, hiding her intense interest about the subject behind a nonchalant demeanor."
14832,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=425,2015-01-10T10:23:00,Krugmar,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">House Vaeleneos</span> <br/>Meereen - Great Pyramid<br/>Maelesa Vaeleneos, Lady of Mantarys</span></div><hr/><br/><br/>Maelesa took the tray off of the Vizier, nodding as she did. It would be a lie to say that she wasn't quite hungry, best to take the small mercies offered. She began picking at and nibbling parts of the food, taking her time and eating her fill. She listened to the Vizier's question as she ate, then wiped her hands clean on the cloth provided with the tray. It had proved a good meal, the cook here was obviously well accustomed to cooking the meals that the Northern Valyrians preferred.<br/><br/>""I was under the impression that Daenerys had understood the Old ways, yet had chosen to ignore them"" she started, wiping her mouth with a seperate piece of cloth. ""That she did not know of them, yet suppressed them all the same is worrying indeed"" she continued. She was not lying, she had always viewed Daenerys, and Aemon by extension, as a monstrous tyrant for imposing foreign laws upon her former people. Perhaps there was hope yet for this Empire to learn, though it seemed that the days had grown too dark already.<br/><br/>""Daenerys only knew of Ghiscari slavery, not the kind that we practiced in Valyria. Slavery there was governed by the Old ways, governed by laws and traditions that must never be broken. A slave is the property of his or her owner, yet they had certain rights which protected them against extreme or unusual punishments. A slave was allowed to marry whomever they wished, their children would be born free. A slave would not be paid a wage, but the Old ways state that they must be given a suitable place to sleep and a suitable amount of food and water to eat and drink. On the first day of every month the slaves would be free to do as they wish, for this is a religious day and no non-vital work may occur on these days. Any slave wishing to continue work on this day must be paid a workers wage for that day. There are far more laws and traditions, but these were the main ones"" spoke Maelesa.<br/><br/>""The resumption of slavery in Mantarys is a moot point however, it simply resumed under a new name under my father Taenar. Indentured Servitude, with contracts written up between 'Servant' and Master, pledging service for a number of years in return for the things I have mentioned"" continued Maelesa, frowning slightly. ""Do not think ill of my father, he was no Ghiscari slave-master. His actions were a result of the homelessness, starvation and death that occurred when all of the former slaves were forced into the streets. Now they have work, a living and far more protection. My brother Talaemor carries this on, and he believes that it is in Mantarys interests to continue it"" she finished. She was unsure as to how the Vizier would take the news, though surely the Empire or its Inquisition must have known about the new servitude laws implemented in Mantarys? If not, they were blinder than she thought."
14833,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=425,2015-01-10T17:20:00,Atletius,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Fabian Steele, The Wall</span><br/><br/>Fabian retired to a room given to him in Castle Black. His head throbbed slightly from the ale, and he has worried about his younger brother and elder brothers. There were five Steele siblings, their father, Lord Tristan was quite the virile man. The siblings stuck together in pairs, the two eldest, Rydon and Talion were close, almost inseparable, as were Fabian and Jaime. Their sister, Lyanna Steele, a girl of only 18, friendly with all, close to none.<br/><br/>Rydon had briefly told Fabian about Jaimes ride south before he left Castle Black for Windhom. Fabian was now the only man of Windholm before Isiah and the men arrived at Dawn. He'd sleep till then, once they'd arrived he'd speak with The Lord Commander, asking where he was needed. Fabian walked to his window, gazing out across the castle grounds, watching the trainees in particular. He'd considered joining the Watch earlier in his life. The third son, he stood little to no chance of inheritance, and to his family taking the Black was an honourable choice.<br/><br/>He thought he still may do so."
14834,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=425,2015-01-11T09:11:00,Tracian Empire,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">Aerys Waters, the Dragon's Bastard- Commander of the Golden Company<br/> The Free City of Pentos</span></span></span></span><br/>Aerys woke up.<span style=""font-style: italic"">What?</span>, he said.<span style=""font-style: italic"">You need to come now, commander. The others are waiting for you.</span>, said the guard.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Yes, tell them that I will be there in 15 minutes</span>, answered Aerys.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Of course sir!</span>, said the guard, leaving the tent.<br/>Aerys raised from his bed, still frightened by the nightmare. He dressed up, and right before he wanted to leave the tent, an armored mercenary entered the tent.<span style=""font-style: italic"">What are you doing here?</span>, asked Aerys. The strange man took his helmet down. It was the same fat man from the tavern.<span style=""font-style: italic"">What are you doing here? And how have you got here?!</span>, said Aerys surprised . The man answered:<span style=""font-style: italic"">It doesn't matter how I got here. I have received a raven from our informer in Meereen. Lady Maelesa Vaelenos was arrested by Lady Missandrei. Unoffical, the Ghiscari Empire and Mantayrs are at war. Now that's interesting. Thank you.</span>, said Aerys.<span style=""font-style: italic"">No problem</span>, said the man and leaved the tent.<br/><br/>Aerys arrived at the great tent. All the lieutenants were there. A dead man was lying on the floor, with a spear in his back.<span style=""font-style: italic"">What happened?</span>, he asked.<span style=""font-style: italic"">This idiot arrived here in the morning. He said he had a message from the Prince of Pentos</span>, answered Flowers<span style=""font-style: italic"">What message?</span>, asked Aerys. Snow answered:<span style=""font-style: italic"">He said that they won't pay us for our last job. And you had to kill him?</span>, asked Aerys.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Yes! Let them see we don't fear them! Let's attack Pentos! We need to get our payment!</span>, said Jon Pyke, the oldest knight in the Company.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Do you all agree?</span>, asked Aerys.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Yes!</span>, shouted everyone.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Then let's attack Pentos!</span>, he ordered.<br/><br/>Before sunset, the Golden Company surrounded Pentos. The Pentoshi noticed, and closed the gates. Aerys was standing with his lieutenants near the cataputs. The last sunrays were reflecting in the silver dragon from his black armor. A mercenary arrived near him.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Commander, you have received a raven from someone in Meereen.</span>, said the mercenary. Aerys read the message .<span style=""font-style: italic"">I will answer it after the siege. Put it somwhere safe!</span>, said Aerys.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Yes sir!</span>, said the mercenary. Snow approached him.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Aerys, the catapults are ready!</span>, said Snow.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Ok! Everyone is ready then?</span>, asked Aerys. Everyone answered affirmative.<br/><br/>Blackfyre reflected the sunrays as Aerys pointed with it in the direction of Pentos.<span style=""font-style: italic"">One, two three,.... fire!</span>, he shouted. The catapults launched their burning projectiles in the walls."
14835,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=425,2015-01-11T12:57:00,Of the Quendi,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;"">The Ghiscari Empire</span><br/>The Imperial City of Meereen, in the Bay of Ghiscari<br/>Under the sovereignty of Aemon the Magnificent Targaryen</span></span><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d4/GhisHarpie.png""/><br/><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lady Missandei</span></span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">The day of the Battle of Kosrak</span></div><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">M</span></span>issandei observed her prisoner as the woman ate her fill. There was something oddly intimate about watching another person eat while she herself was fasting, Missandei thought, as she allowed herself to hope that there was more to be won from a war with Mantarys then a destruction of House Vaeleneos. Despite her distrust and antipathy for the family Missandei had seen enough destruction and chaos for a lifetime and she desired no more. She eagerly awaited a reply from the Valyrian woman.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">A</span></span>s the woman began her reply by speaking of Daenerys, Missandei, ever so subtly, shifted uneasily on the hard wooden bench she sat. She could suffer much from a woman she had thrown in a dungeon but Missandei was not willing to listen to criticism of her Silver Queen. But the Vaeleneos woman seemed to realize that it was not the time or the place for her to deride ""Daenerys the Destroyer"".<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">H</span></span>er words, whether she knew of it or not, played into a contentious and vigorous debate that had plagued the upper echelons of Ghiscari government for a decade, ever since the former slaver's realized that the Dragon Emperor was not the Silver Queen and had a more nuanced view of the concept of freedom then his mother. Following the declaration of empire Aemon had enserfed the majority of those former slaves that had been reduced to abject poverty and a life in destitution. The Ghiscari nobility realized then that the emperor was a man they could work with and as Aemon sent thousands of captured Dothraki prisoners to salt and copper mines they began petitioning the emperor for various relaxations and revisions of the ban on slavery. Under Daenerys such petitions had been life threatening. Aemon not only listened, occasionally he conceded.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">W</span></span>hat Lady Maelesa was describing was almost eerily similar to the Loraq Plan, a slavery scheme proposed by Hizdahr zo Loraq the Elder and propagated by his son. So similar that Missandei decided it was time to look into the emperor's brother-in-laws relations with Mantarys. It was not a new idea to the Grand Vizier.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">C</span></span>losing her eyes for a moment as Lady Maelesa talked, remembering back to her own manumission thirty years past and Daenerys's stalwart struggle for freedom. Though her emancipation remained one of the most intense and wonderful memories of Missandei's life she also remembered what followed. The chaos and destruction that engulfed Slaver's Bay, the disasters of the Astapori emancipation and finally, in the Seven Kingdoms, Daenerys's acceptance of serfdom. Freedom, Missandei mused, was a pretty illusion. As long as men needed food, water, shelter, protection, love true freedom did not exist, compromises would always have to be made. Valar Dohaeris.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">S</span></span>till, despite overwhelming arguments for the restoration of slavery, the thought of seeing the emancipation of Ghiscar undone was something Missandei was not sure she could bear.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""You certainly paint a rosy picture of your Valyrian heritage Maelesa Vaeleneos.""</span>Missandei spoke slowly.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Entire nations perished in chains and shackles under the Fourteen Flames when the Dragonlords reigned. An ocean could have been formed of the tears shed or the blood drawn from them. Do not try to beguile me into believing Old Valyria to be something it was not. It was an empire built on the broken backs of slaves. The one you and I reside in was built by free men and women who dared to dream of a better future for all its people.""</span>Missandei declared.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">T</span></span>he Grand Vizier paused for a moment, a tad overwhelmed by her idealistic description of the Empire. Then she shrugged.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Yet we are not inflexible. If His Imperial Majesty had the dogmatic hostility to slavery that his mother displayed in her early years he would not have suffered your ""indentured servitude"" for all these years. New Ghis fell six years ago, he has not lacked for chances. As it happens it is not something that many others has not already proposed, to an extent even implemented. If it is solely for your right to continue this praxis that you have decided to betray the empire I fear this war shall be rather pointless.""</span>"
14836,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=425,2015-01-11T13:37:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Riliane Wendwater</span><br/><br/>Riliane nodded as Steffon commented on how well they fitted each other. ""I don't find the king very attractive in all honesty but they look so... Magical together..."" Riliane told him, looking down at the king dreamily. Feeling envious of the Tyrell, not because she particularly wanted to marry Aerion but because she wanted to marry a king. ""I hope the king is a better person than that other Aerion though."" Riliane commented, hoping that her use of history would impress Steffon who seemed to be extremely smart."
14837,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=425,2015-01-11T13:51:00,New Granadeseret,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Steffon Baratheon-Swann</span><br/><br/>There was certainly a... romatic look in Riliane's eyes as she looked down, weather for the couple or a lust for the King himself, it was impossible to tell. ""Lady Elvina has the charm to pull any pairing together,"" He commented, focusing on her for a moment before the pair parted, the girl running off towards Aerion's tent. Though, her next comment seemed to give him pause. He'd actually wondered himself what had possessed King Jon to want to name his child after Brightflame, of all the Kings. The name certainly didn't carry much weight, especially when next to his Ghiscari brother, named after the Dragonknight.<br/><br/>""If he were to be quite that insane, we'd have seen something already."" He answered, shaking his head. ""If anything, I'd worry he takes too much after King Robert. He's not exactly known for his time spent in the council."" Though deaf to most of the Seven Kingdoms politics... he had indeed spent all these years in King's Landing. Even if he had been living under a hill, rumors about the King still do get down there. ""Hopefully, he has the mind to surround himself with some fine advisors."""
14838,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=425,2015-01-11T14:16:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Riliane Wendwater</span><br/><br/>Riliane watched as the Tyrell went and waited inside the king's tent. ""You don't think she's..."" giggled Riliane, blushing lightly at the thought of lewdness. The gossip of what was happening between the king and his bride interesting her more than the political discussion of how good a king Aerion would make.<br/><br/>There was a slight pause as Riliane thought for a moment before she asked: ""Steffon have you ever been with a woman?"" in a genuinely curious voice. As a highborn lady it was unthinkable for her to be with a man before marriage, but the situation seemed to be quite different among male lords who flaunted how many partners they had."
14839,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=425,2015-01-11T14:30:00,New Granadeseret,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Baratheon-Swanns</span><br/><br/>Steffon allowed Riliane her light-hearted joking, his smile curling up a little as well at the thought: after all, if she took after her mother, there was the small matter of her having been betrothed to three different men. ""It would make the bedding a lot less enjoyable."" He mentioned, chuckling himself during the slight period silence between.<br/><br/>Than, he froze. Lassa gasped slightly at the question, Steffon glancing around to see if anybody else had heard, his mouth opened slightly but no words coming out. Should he try to lie? Answer honestly? Be ambiguous? It was hard to tell... having never really been in this sort of situation before, as he quickly cobbled together an answer.<br/><br/>""Women aren't usually allowed in the Guildhall, my lady, and when they are they are never whores."" He answered, looking down as he couldn't help his cheeks from growing red. ""I am under no vows of celibacy, but I've decided to be a bit more... selective than my companions."""
14840,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=425,2015-01-11T14:44:00,Atletius,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Rickon Stark, Kings Landing.</span><br/><br/>Lord Stark rode into the tourney grounds accompanied by his two eldest children, Eddard and Talia, both of whom were determined to compete in either the melee or the joust. They rode quickly to a tent, outside which were a half dozen flags, emblazoned with the Wolf of House Stark.<br/><br/>""Eddard, Talia. Stay here, I need to go find my bannermen, here. There shouldn't be many, I know Karsten is here somewhere. And I mean to see Blackwood too, it's been a while. Stay here till I return."" Rickon ignored the protests of his children and left them under the guard of a trusted Household Guardsman.<br/>""Keep them out of trouble, you know what they're like.""<br/>The guardsman nodded, and Rickon walked away. He walked last the Boy Kings tent, seeing him in the distance. If Rickon wasn't mistaken, he wore the colours of House Tyrell alongside his own. Traitor to his father, he thought.<br/><br/>He then came across the Redwynes. He ignored them, he didn't wish to speak to Tyrell bannermen. He wanted his own. Just then, as eyes began to turn to him, he saw Blackwood in the distance.<br/><br/>""Lord Blackwood!"" He called out. Blackwood was with his sons, and another, young man who Rickon faintly recognized. He was a Northerner no doubt, he wore a fur cloak even in the suffocating air of Kings Landing.<br/>""It's good to see another friendly face in Kings Landing."" Rickon rode toward the men, dismounting his horse.<br/>""I don't believe we've met fellow man of the North. Who are you? And Bryndon, it's good to see you again. It's been too long."""
14841,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=450,2015-01-11T15:35:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Riliane Wendwater</span><br/><br/>""That's good,"" Riliane said, looking up at Steffon and smiling. It seemed extremely hard for him to get the words out and so she appreciated the answer. Maybe things were just done differently in the Stormlands? Sex was usually a pretty open subject in the Crownlands. ""I don't like the idea of men who whore and sleep around. It just seems like it makes the person dirty and un-pure."" Riliane shuffled a little closer to Steffon, almost cuddling into him."
14842,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=450,2015-01-11T15:46:00,New Granadeseret,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Baratheon-Swanns</span><br/><br/>This had always been a tricky idea for Steffon to talk about... at least where he was concerned. How many times had his father beaten into his head the dangers of succubus; women that forces who despised him would use as cats paws for their dirty deeds? And having spent his developmental years in a cloister of academic men haden't really helped him feel completely comfortable with the idea. Yet, when Riliane's soft body pressed up against him it felt... nice. Very, very nice. Lassa squeezing in from the other side, gently pinning his body... he had to put some real effort into not showing any signs of relaxation or weakness.<br/><br/>""Really?"" He questioned. ""No offence intended, but my understanding was most women preferred their men having some idea of how... it is all done."" Granted, that was pulled together from gossip and the occasional piece of advise from one of his servents, but it was all he had."
14843,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=450,2015-01-11T15:51:00,Novae Vitae,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lady Elvina the Rosebud<br/>The Tourney Grounds, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>Elvina drifted from the tent moments later, not wanting to make a scene for any that may have been watching. She had already walked away from the king, so it would look foolish to return to him or his proximity. She soon went out in search of others to speak with, preferably someone known to think well of the Tyrell faction. Though, another, younger person might be pulled to her side . . .<br/><br/>She stumbled upon the large party comprised of the Starks, the Blackwoods, and . . . a Steele? She had learned the sigils of the Seven Kingdoms well, but a Steele was not one she remembered well.<br/><br/>""Good lords,"" Elvina said, approaching, ""may I join you? I've need of someone to speak with, and I would be so very grateful if I could have some conversation."" She looked specifically at Talia Stark, tilting her head an inch in the other direction when contact was made."
14844,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=450,2015-01-11T17:11:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Riliane Wendwater</span><br/><br/>Riliane smiled politely, a light blush on her face. ""Well even if most did that would still leave some who don't prefer that right? In the east I've heard that they serve dog meat up to their noblemen as a delicacy, but if you gave one of the men in the melee a plate of dog they'd probably shove their sword through your stomach. Different people like different things."" Maybe that wasn't the best analogy to give... What if Steffon thought she wasn't being commanding enough? Or maybe with her comparisons and corrections she'd been too commanding? As Riliane took a proverbial step back and realized what was going on: that she was talking to one of the most powerful men in the world about her tastes in sex all sorts of doubts filled her mind. Riliane drew back nervously ""I'm sorry my lord, I'm just young and... stupid and I'm sorry for bringing it up."" Riliane was blushing heavily and staring at the ground as she stumbled over her words."
14845,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=450,2015-01-11T17:27:00,New Granadeseret,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Steffon Baratheon-Swann</span><br/><br/>The whole conversation seemed... surreal. Was this really happening, and in the middle of the crowded stands no less, right before the largest tourney in the Seven Kingdoms was about to begin. From what her understood of courting, that simply wasen't something that ought to be done. Yet, she seemed to speak confidently enough about it... clearly not putting up the normal 'perfect lady' façade many of the women he'd met in a courtly setting seemed to put up. It made her seem more... reliable, his fears of harmful motive ebbing somewhat.<br/><br/>""Young yes... but stupid?"" Steffon questioned rhetorically, placing a hand on her shoulder for assurance and comfort. ""You've certainly been more intelligent than many of the ladies I've had the pleasure of speaking to. Most have taken far to much of what their Septas taught to heart and not enough of their Maester's words, if you understand."" HIs polite smile widened a little, becoming far warmer... before he felt Lassa tug on his arm, hard, half-yanking him away as he let out a small gasp in surprise."
14846,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=450,2015-01-12T00:28:00,Atletius,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Rickon Stark, Kings Landing</span><br/><br/>""Ah yes, Steele isn't it. Jaime Steele, brother of Rydon."" Rickons eyes grew less weary with the realisation. ""How is he? Good? I've been meaning to visit your family soon.""<br/>Jaime replied, saying how his brother was good, and how he had ridden to the Wall.<br/><br/>Rickon looked worried for a moment, ""Ah yes, I myself plan to ride there after this."" Suddenly, he turned to his left, seeing his two children had materialised there. But before he could question them as to what they thought they were doing, Lady Elvina had appeared to his other side.<br/><br/>She looked the group up and down, her eyes lingering on Rickons daughter Talia a bit longer than he found comfortable.<br/>""Ah, Lady Elvina... Yes, you may join us... If you can out up with the grimness of a few northern folk."" Rickon laughed.<br/>""We were planning to head up to the Godswood briefly, and you don't share our faith, but we'd be happy for you to accompany us.""<br/>I'm truth Rickon had not planned to go to the godswood, he just hoped the suggestion would scare the good lady away. His fellows seemed to realize what he was doing, and nodded agreements."
14847,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=450,2015-01-12T02:06:00,Toronina,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Atletius <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=23103915#p23103915"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Rickon Stark, Kings Landing.</span><br/><br/>Lord Stark rode into the tourney grounds accompanied by his two eldest children, Eddard and Talia, both of whom were determined to compete in either the melee or the joust. They rode quickly to a tent, outside which were a half dozen flags, emblazoned with the Wolf of House Stark. <br/><br/>""Eddard, Talia. Stay here, I need to go find my bannermen, here. There shouldn't be many, I know Karsten is here somewhere. And I mean to see Blackwood too, it's been a while. Stay here till I return."" Rickon ignored the protests of his children and left them under the guard of a trusted Household Guardsman. <br/>""Keep them out of trouble, you know what they're like.""<br/>The guardsman nodded, and Rickon walked away. He walked last the Boy Kings tent, seeing him in the distance. If Rickon wasn't mistaken, he wore the colours of House Tyrell alongside his own. Traitor to his father, he thought.<br/><br/>He then came across the Redwynes. He ignored them, he didn't wish to speak to Tyrell bannermen. He wanted his own. Just then, as eyes began to turn to him, he saw Blackwood in the distance. <br/><br/>""Lord Blackwood!"" He called out. Blackwood was with his sons, and another, young man who Rickon faintly recognized. He was a Northerner no doubt, he wore a fur cloak even in the suffocating air of Kings Landing.<br/>""It's good to see another friendly face in Kings Landing."" Rickon rode toward the men, dismounting his horse. <br/>""I don't believe we've met fellow man of the North. Who are you? And Bryndon, it's good to see you again. It's been too long.""</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Brynden Blackwood, Lord of Raventree Hall</span><br/><br/>Brynden greeted Lord Stark with a firm handshake. ""It's good to see you Rickon, I've been waiting for the Melee to start.""<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Novae Vitae <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=23104832#p23104832"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lady Elvina the Rosebud<br/>The Tourney Grounds, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>Elvina drifted from the tent moments later, not wanting to make a scene for any that may have been watching. She had already walked away from the king, so it would look foolish to return to him or his proximity. She soon went out in search of others to speak with, preferably someone known to think well of the Tyrell faction. Though, another, younger person might be pulled to her side . . .<br/><br/>She stumbled upon the large party comprised of the Starks, the Blackwoods, and . . . a Steele? She had learned the sigils of the Seven Kingdoms well, but a Steele was not one she remembered well.<br/><br/>""Good lords,"" Elvina said, approaching, ""may I join you? I've need of someone to speak with, and I would be so very grateful if I could have some conversation."" She looked specifically at Talia Stark, tilting her head an inch in the other direction when contact was made.</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/>Brynden let out a deep laugh when she asked to join them. ""Never thought a Tyrell would want to hang out with the likes of us."" He said.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Atletius <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=23109382#p23109382"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Rickon Stark, Kings Landing</span><br/><br/>""Ah yes, Steele isn't it. Jaime Steele, brother of Rydon."" Rickons eyes grew less weary with the realisation. ""How is he? Good? I've been meaning to visit your family soon.""<br/>Jaime replied, saying how his brother was good, and how he had ridden to the Wall. <br/><br/>Rickon looked worried for a moment, ""Ah yes, I myself plan to ride there after this."" Suddenly, he turned to his left, seeing his two children had materialised there. But before he could question them as to what they thought they were doing, Lady Elvina had appeared to his other side. <br/><br/>She looked the group up and down, her eyes lingering on Rickons daughter Talia a bit longer than he found comfortable. <br/>""Ah, Lady Elvina... Yes, you may join us... If you can out up with the grimness of a few northern folk."" Rickon laughed. <br/>""We were planning to head up to the Godswood briefly, and you don't share our faith, but we'd be happy for you to accompany us.""<br/>I'm truth Rickon had not planned to go to the godswood, he just hoped the suggestion would scare the good lady away. His fellows seemed to realize what he was doing, and nodded agreements.</div></blockquote></div></div></div>Brynden quickly caught onto Rickon's jape. Any true Northman apart from Manderly's would have gone to the godswood as soon as they could. ""Aye My Lady, feel free to join us in the godswood, I'd thought you'd keep the faith of the seven."
14848,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=450,2015-01-12T09:24:00,Tracian Empire,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">Aerys Waters, the Dragon's Bastard, Commander of the Golden Company<br/>The Free City of Pentos</span></span></span></span><br/>The sun raised over the defeated Pentos. A large portion of the walls have been destroyed by the catapults, allowing the mercenaries to enter the city. The Pentoshi soldiers didn't opposed any resistance at all. The siege ended with very few casualties. The former Prince of Pentos was exiled, and a new one was elected. The new Prince of Pentos made the intelligent move of paying the Golden Company their gold. More letters were sent to all the leaders in the known world, to assure them that nothing has changed- Pentos is and will be a Free City.<br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">To: All the rulers in the known world<br/>From: The new Prince of Pentos the new Magisters Council and Aerys Waters, the Golden Company's commander<br/>We want to assure you that nothing has changed in Pentos. We are and always be a Free City. None of our alliances will be broken, and we hope that all of the world will understand that. The Golden Company had to attack the city to get their payment, which the former Prince refused to gice them. Our new prince was chosen democratically as before by the Magister's Council. Everything is back to normal</span></span></div></div></div><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Golden Company's camp, near Pentos</span><br/>Aerys was walking to the main tent, when a mercenary stopped him.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Commander, this is the letter you ordered me to keep.</span>, said the mercenary.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Thank you. You made a great job</span>, answered Aerys taking the letter.<br/>Once he arrived in the tent, Aerys read the letter again.<span style=""font-style: italic"">That's a good offer.</span>, he thought. Everybody in the tent made silence when they saw him.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Hello everybody. You made a great job last night. We have received our payment. The gold will be shared as usual to everyone.</span>, said Aerys.<span style=""font-style: italic"">The White Dragon! The White Dragon! The White Dragon!</span>, shouted everyone happy.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Thank you, thank you.Now, we have something important to discuss. I have received a letter from someone in Meereen. He want's to make a coup in Quarth. He is helped by some Ghiscari Legions,Warlocks, mercenaries and some of the Quarth Civic Guard. He want's to hire us, and he will pay us 500000 golden dragons. Given the circumstances, I think that he will make it. What do you say?</span>, he said.<span style=""font-style: italic"">That's a good offer. I said that we should accept it.</span>, answered Snow after a few minutes. Flowers said:<span style=""font-style: italic"">Yes, I agree with Snow. Plus that the Pentoshi will give us the ships to go there. We can be there in a month.</span>Aerys smiled and said:<span style=""font-style: italic"">Then everybody agrees?</span><span style=""font-style: italic"">Yes!</span>, said everybody.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Good, then I will send an answer.</span>, said Aerys. He returned to his tent to write the answer.<br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">To:Mordonin Jaerator<br/>Hello. We have decided to agree to your offer. We will help you take Quarth. Believe me that in the shortest time possible you will rule over Quarth, we are the best mercenary company in the known world. I await a message from you to transmit us when and where we will meet. <br/>Best Regards<br/>Aerys Waters, Commander of the Golden Company.</div></div></div><br/>After he finished and sent the message, Aerys went to the main tent for the dinner. It was a big feast. The best moment of that night was when everybody sang ""We fight beneath the Golden Skulls"", the Company's unofficial anthem<br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><br/>In the endless world<br/>We fight for gold and fame<br/>With rum inside our bellies warm<br/>And freedom in our flags<br/><br/>A wayward bunch of scoundrels<br/>bastards, thieves and slaves<br/>All our enemies fear us when<br/>We show up near them<br/><br/>And when you see them coming<br/>Those skulls of faithful gold<br/>No point in running away there's no<br/>Escaping our attack!<br/><br/>Let's go!<br/>Let's go!<br/>We fight beneath the golden skulls!<br/>A rollickin' we go!<br/>We never broke a contract!<br/>Let's go!<br/>Let's go!<br/>We fight beneath the golden skulls<br/>A rollickin' we go!<br/>We destroy our enemies!!<br/><br/>Defy the odds against us<br/>A mercenary knows no fear<br/>Our steel is ready and our<br/>Retribution is severe<br/><br/>We plunder from the greedy<br/>With blood and with our steel<br/>We rob the enemies of their<br/>Ill-gotten gain and make them kneel<br/><br/>Behold the world's mysteries<br/>The tales of ancient deeds<br/>We follow in the footsteps<br/>Of a silent secret creed<br/><br/>Come on lads!!<br/>Let's go!<br/>Let's go!<br/>We fight beneath the golden skulls!<br/>A rollickin' we go!<br/>We never broke a contract!<br/>Let's go!<br/>Let's go!<br/>We fight beneath the golden skulls<br/>A rollickin' we go!<br/>We bleed our enemies dry!!<br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">[i]Beneath the gold, the bitter steel!</span></span>"
14849,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=450,2015-01-12T12:51:00,Krugmar,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">House Vaeleneos</span> <br/>Meereen - Great Pyramid<br/>Maelesa Vaeleneos, Lady of Mantarys</span></div><hr/><br/><br/>Maelesa listened to the Vizier's arguments with a great interest, it was clear that she had struck a nerve. She had almost forgotten that the Vizier had been a slave, taken from Naath by raiders and eventually bought and freed by Daenerys. She almost laughed when she heard the Vizier criticse Valyria, even more when she heard her paint a golden picture of the Empire. Yet she was able to remain composed, years of working in the Mantarine court had given her the great skill of managing her emotions. Though, she still often made some fatal mistakes. Anger was her greatest vice.<br/><br/>""I suppose this better future has arrived then? Are all men and women are equal, lying upon silk beds as wine flows endlessly and food drops from the heavens?"" said Maelesa, chuckling slightly at her joke. She raised her hand and said ""No need to answer, I think we both know it already"". Her confidence was built out of fear, out of knowing that her life may possibly be forfeit. Yet she would have to remain strong, a Vaeleneos would not break to Ghiscari mongrels.<br/><br/>""Our 'betrayal' is not born out of a simple desire to return to the old ways. It is a desire for Northern Valyria to be free and independent, as it once was. Only the Valyrians may rule Valyria, and I see no true Valyrian sitting upon that harpy throne. You could end this war easily, by allowing my husband, Lord Talaemor, the freedom from the shackles you gave him. He shall reforge the Valyrian Freehold, I trust you remember that the common people fared well in such a Freehold? Then friendship could be made between Ghiscar and Valyria, and you shall have this peace you so desire"" said Maelesa, putting forward a proposal she knew the Vizier would probably not accept. Though people had surprised her in the past, this Vizier did not come across as the sort to surprise others."
14850,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=450,2015-01-12T18:25:00,Novae Vitae,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lady Elvina the Rosebud<br/>The Tourney Grounds, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>""Oh, but Lord Blackwood, I am not a Tyrell,"" Elvina replied. It was an annoying confusion amongst the least educated of court, though Elvina rarely called out upon their ignorance. ""Allow me to trace my heritage. I was born to Tommen Baratheon and Margaery Tyrell, whom were, respectively, born to Robert Baratheon and Cersei Lannister and Mace Tyrell and Alerie Hightower. Even if one assumes the filthy rumors that circulate about my paternal grandmother, I could never possibly be a Tyrell by name.""<br/><br/>Elvina smiled pleasantly, then blushed by forced nature. Her intellect did not embarrass her, but modesty was always valued amongst the northern fallacies. ""Forgive me, my lords, I make boring conversation. And I fear I would not be able to affirm the holy rites of your gods."" That was not true--if she so desired, Elvina could have adopted R'hllor, the Summer Gods, the Harpy of Ghiscar's gods, or the Old Gods, and without showing ignorance. She simply needed a pretext for isolating Talia.<br/><br/>""I fear I would still be in need of a companion,"" she said. ""Lady Stark, would you be so kind as to walk with me? I know a beautiful view over yonder past the tents' edge that I am simply<span style=""font-style: italic"">dying</span>to share."""
14851,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=450,2015-01-12T20:02:00,Asyir,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ser Ryndar Hightower, Heir of Oldtown and the Hightower<br/>King's Landing, Crownlands<br/>Tourney Grounds</span><br/><br/>Ryndar marched his way across the tourney grounds, sizing up the competitors, studying them while they practiced. He looked for any flaws in their stances, for anything that would give Ryndar an advantage. Ryndar was always taught to study for weakness within his opponents. One man's weakness was his gain.<br/><br/>As he walked through the grounds, he eventually stumbled upon a tent with the sigil of House Redwyne of the Arbor. Ryndar had always had a good standing with his Redwyne cousins. The knight neared the tent flap, and opened it, showing a few Redwyne's within.<br/><br/>""Cousins. It is good you came,"" The Heir to Oldtown said with a genuine smile. He saw them armed for the grand melee."
14852,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=450,2015-01-12T20:16:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Novae Vitae <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=23117649#p23117649"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lady Elvina the Rosebud<br/>The Tourney Grounds, King's Landing</span><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">""Oh, but Lord Blackwood, I am not a Tyrell,"" Elvina replied. It was an annoying confusion amongst the least educated of court, though Elvina rarely called out upon their ignorance. ""Allow me to trace my heritage. I was born to Tommen Baratheon and Margaery Tyrell, whom were, respectively, born to Robert Baratheon and Cersei Lannister and Mace Tyrell and Alerie Hightower. Even if one assumes the filthy rumors that circulate about my paternal grandmother, I could never possibly be a Tyrell by name.""<br/><br/>Elvina smiled pleasantly, then blushed by forced nature. Her intellect did not embarrass her, but modesty was always valued amongst the northern fallacies. ""Forgive me, my lords, I make boring conversation. And I fear I would not be able to affirm the holy rites of your gods."" That was not true--if she so desired, Elvina could have adopted R'hllor, the Summer Gods, the Harpy of Ghiscar's gods, or the Old Gods, and without showing ignorance. She simply needed a pretext for isolating Talia.<br/><br/>""I fear I would still be in need of a companion,"" she said. ""Lady Stark, would you be so kind as to walk with me? I know a beautiful view over yonder past the tents' edge that I am simply <span style=""font-style: italic"">dying</span> to share.""</div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Brynden Blackwood, Lord of Raventree Hall</span><br/><br/>'Tommen Baratheon, King Robert's kid?' Brynden thought to himself, laughing inside. Many lords in Westeros got Stannis' letter, and while Stannis Baratheon was said to be a cold hard man, it was doubted by many the man could tell a lie. He said nothing and turned, waiting for the Melee.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ser Hobber Redwyne, Heir to the Arbor.</span><br/><br/>Hobber smiled as his cousin entered the tent. ""Cousin Ryndar, it is good to see you."" He said happily, greeting his cousin with a handshake. ""It's nice to see you here as well."""
14853,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=450,2015-01-13T00:20:00,The Imperial Republica,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ser Bolvar<br/> Castle Black</span><br/><br/>As the ale faded, Bolvar's senses slowly came trickling back to him.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Well I may not be in perfect fighting condition, but at least I can see straight.</span>The captain preferred not to go out in public at all unless he could hold and swing a sword, but he'd have to make an exception for this. As he rounded the corner of the armory, he saw The Lord Commander speaking to the wildling and one of his black brothers.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Best not to interrupt him. He seems like he's got his hands tied, and besides...</span>he looked up at the wall with a grin on his face<span style=""font-style: italic"">I've always wanted to piss off the edge of the world.</span>he started towards the makeshift elevator that was stationed at the base of the wall, got in, and then asked the black brother on guard duty to hoist him up.<span style=""font-style: italic"">God's be good, it's freezing up here!</span>he thought on his way up.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Poor sods. Left here all alone to freeze their balls off, guarding the realm for people who will never know their names.</span>When he finally reached the top, he walked down the length of the wall looking for a good spot to piss off of. He finally found a nice little ledge that overlooked what he supposed was the Haunted Forrest, and he could almost make out faint lights coming from a valley beyond the woods.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Looks like as good a spot as any.</span>He whipped out his cock, and preceded to let out a stream of piss, feeling quite triumphant, when something caught his eye. A shadow, just close enough to see, but far enough to where it looked like nothing more than a large blob.<span style=""font-style: italic"">How queer</span>he thought,<span style=""font-style: italic"">The lights in the valley have just gone out.</span>A sudden chill gripped Bolvar as the shadow edged it's way ever so slowly through the valley. He leaned forward to get a better look, and he was suddenly reeling over in pain. Something was invading his mind, something was trying to get into his head, and this particular something, left an image behind. The last thing Bolvar remembered before passing out were a thousand, blood red eyes. A thousand eyes, and one."
14854,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=450,2015-01-13T00:26:00,Atletius,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Novae Vitae <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=23117649#p23117649"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lady Elvina the Rosebud<br/>The Tourney Grounds, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>""Oh, but Lord Blackwood, I am not a Tyrell,"" Elvina replied. It was an annoying confusion amongst the least educated of court, though Elvina rarely called out upon their ignorance. ""Allow me to trace my heritage. I was born to Tommen Baratheon and Margaery Tyrell, whom were, respectively, born to Robert Baratheon and Cersei Lannister and Mace Tyrell and Alerie Hightower. Even if one assumes the filthy rumors that circulate about my paternal grandmother, I could never possibly be a Tyrell by name.""<br/><br/>Elvina smiled pleasantly, then blushed by forced nature. Her intellect did not embarrass her, but modesty was always valued amongst the northern fallacies. ""Forgive me, my lords, I make boring conversation. And I fear I would not be able to affirm the holy rites of your gods."" That was not true--if she so desired, Elvina could have adopted R'hllor, the Summer Gods, the Harpy of Ghiscar's gods, or the Old Gods, and without showing ignorance. She simply needed a pretext for isolating Talia.<br/><br/>""I fear I would still be in need of a companion,"" she said. ""Lady Stark, would you be so kind as to walk with me? I know a beautiful view over yonder past the tents' edge that I am simply <span style=""font-style: italic"">dying</span> to share.""</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Rickon Stark, Kings Landing.</span><br/><br/>Rickon regard Elvina with suspicious eyes. She, a Baratheon? He could laugh at the thought. Tommen was no more a Baratheon than he was, Tommen and his siblings the product of incest between the Kingslayer and Cersei. Elvina was not Baratheon, she had the blood of incest and Tyrells running through her veins.<br/><br/>He stared at her, more than once having to glare at Eddard to keep him silenced. Why did she want his daughter? Whatever the reason, Rickon needed to speak to her first, make sure she... doesn't say anything that would hurt them later.<br/>""I'm very sorry Lady Elvina, but I want my daughter with me for the time being. Where will you be later, and I shall send her your way.""<br/>Rickon ignored the glances of confusion from Jaime Steele and his own children."
14855,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=450,2015-01-13T14:44:00,Novae Vitae,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lady Elvina the Rosebud<br/>The Tourney Grounds, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>""Later? With company, I must presume. We are such social creatures,"" Elvina replied. ""I cannot attest to where I will be, but I trust your daughter has the competency to find me thereafter. But go, my dear lords. I fear I have intruded. Until later, Lady Stark."" Elvina dipped into a courtesy, her movement graceful, and spun on her heel rather abruptly. She strode away with some pomp.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Stark has a fickler cunt than my mother,</span>Elvina thought. She had not expected such blatant resistance from Stark, especially with the tension of the factions. She was to be queen, and what folly it was of them to deny her will. Yet then she remembered what her mother had said earlier.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">With love, and with a heart so ruthless even Maegor would tremble to see us smile.</span><br/><br/>She would make sure to put that into practice when she saw Stark next. For the time, however, she decided she would talk to Lord Baratheon. She set out for the stands."
14856,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=450,2015-01-13T15:03:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Riliane Wendwater</span><br/><br/>Riliane wasn't quite sure what to make of the situation when Lassa nearly pulled her brother's arm off. Steffon's sister was an odd creature to be sure but also seemingly quite kind, and Riliane felt somewhat sympathetic for her. Riliane remembered that Steffon had told her Lassa had taken her septa's words close to heart and presumed that was the reason why Lassa got so angry when Steffon complimented Riliane for spending more time with her maestar.<br/><br/>Riliane still felt terribly awkward about the whole situation. She had gotten too... Comfortable around him? It didn't seem right to be ashamed of being comfortable with someone. Still though, Riliane felt compelled to apologize. ""No, no please just let me apologize. I was being rude and unladylike, you must think I'm some kind of... Of..."" Riliane couldn't get the words out. She was trying to play at innocent and naive but her pride made her unable to properly complete the apology. Instead Riliane blushed with embarrassment and looked down slightly before noticing someone new approaching and raising her head to see the king's bride walking up to lord Steffon. Riliane stood and curtsied. ""My lady."" she said as greeting, still blushing."
14857,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=450,2015-01-13T15:19:00,New Granadeseret,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Baratheon-Swanns</span><br/><br/>Steffon turned his head to Lassa, raising an eyebrow and curling up a lip, silently trying to question her. He couldn't read her expression with that veil in the way though... and unwilling to let go lest she make a run for it. She would tug on his him in the past; if she wanted to tell him something for instance, but she'd never been this... violent about it. Taking advantage of RIliane's momentarily frazzled state, he tilted his head to the side, hand sliding under her veil so he could peak at her from the bottom. She didn't dare stop him, as he caught sight of her, faced bathed in yellow light, causing her tears to appear almost like liquid gold as they ran down her cheek, lip quiviering... weather humiliated or saddened, he coulden't tell, as her eyes pled, nodding in small, hurried motions, begging him for... something.<br/><br/>""I can't help you if you won't tell me what's wrong."" He whispered, somewhat sharply, causing her to cringe back, her teeth seemingly clamped down on her tounge. He would need some time to pry whatever information she had out... and that was a commodity he didn't have Lady Wendwater started babbling, trying unsuccessfully to explain just what she was apologizing for. To have his head turned away, distracted at a time like this would be rude... but what is Lassa was on the edge of something? His heart felt torn... as he took a few deep breaths, forcing himself to push down his emotions for now.<br/><br/>As he turned up his face to pardon her, however, he noticed another picture of feminine beauty walking towards him; the King's betrothed. He reached back into his mind, trying to remember what the appropriate customs were here... not really feeling comfortable kissing the hand of his sovereign's soon to be wife. So, going with a standby, he hopped to his feet quickly, placing his hands to his back a chest respectively, offering her a fairly deep bow; roughly equivalent to what he'd give to another Lord Paramount. ""Lady Lannister,"" He said respectfully. ""It is a pleasure to meet you... you come to get a good view of your husband to be during the melee, I presume?"" He wondered if he should offer her a seat... glancing to both sides and seeing the ideal area already packed."
14858,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=450,2015-01-13T15:23:00,Atletius,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Novae Vitae <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=23126099#p23126099"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lady Elvina the Rosebud<br/>The Tourney Grounds, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>""Later? With company, I must presume. We are such social creatures,"" Elvina replied. ""I cannot attest to where I will be, but I trust your daughter has the competency to find me thereafter. But go, my dear lords. I fear I have intruded. Until later, Lady Stark."" Elvina dipped into a courtesy, her movement graceful, and spun on her heel rather abruptly. She strode away with some pomp.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Stark has a fickler cunt than my mother,</span> Elvina thought. She had not expected such blatant resistance from Stark, especially with the tension of the factions. She was to be queen, and what folly it was of them to deny her will. Yet then she remembered what her mother had said earlier. <br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">With love, and with a heart so ruthless even Maegor would tremble to see us smile.</span><br/><br/>She would make sure to put that into practice when she saw Stark next. For the time, however, she decided she would talk to Lord Baratheon. She set out for the stands.</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Rickon Stark, Kings Landing</span><br/>""Again, I'm profusely sorry my Lady. My daughter would no doubt be honoured to see you soon.""<br/>Rickon was slightly shocked by her abrupt exit. Perhaps he could have handled that better, but he was never one for the scheming of Kings Landing.<br/>""Talia. Daughter, go see her soon. Now even. Don't... Never trust anybody here. That's how my father died. Go, now. And please be careful."" Rickon watched his daughter run after the Queen to be.<br/>""Brynden. I feel I should leave Kings Landing as soon as possible. These walls aren't kind to the Starks. I have too many enemies here, too few friends. Jaime, you too should leave soon. I understand your father was killed by a Tyrell. Watch your sides, in the melee too. No doubt a dagger will find it's way into your back. I suggest we ride North as soon as this Tourney is done. The wedding... I don't know. Brynden, I value your council. Should we stay?"""
14859,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=450,2015-01-13T15:38:00,Asyir,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ser Ryndar Hightower, Heir of Oldtown and the Hightower<br/>King's Landing, Crownlands<br/>Tourney Grounds</span><br/><br/>Ryndar took his cousin's hand with his right hand outstretched. The two exchanged a quick hand shake before Ryndar spoke. Ryndar was overjoyed to see his cousins. The two families have been close since they married in with each others families. ""Cousin? I see you have armor and weapons. I take it you're fighting in the melee?"""
14860,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=450,2015-01-13T20:31:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Atletius <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=23126706#p23126706"">wrote</a>:</cite><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Novae Vitae <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=23126099#p23126099"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lady Elvina the Rosebud<br/>The Tourney Grounds, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>""Later? With company, I must presume. We are such social creatures,"" Elvina replied. ""I cannot attest to where I will be, but I trust your daughter has the competency to find me thereafter. But go, my dear lords. I fear I have intruded. Until later, Lady Stark."" Elvina dipped into a courtesy, her movement graceful, and spun on her heel rather abruptly. She strode away with some pomp.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Stark has a fickler cunt than my mother,</span> Elvina thought. She had not expected such blatant resistance from Stark, especially with the tension of the factions. She was to be queen, and what folly it was of them to deny her will. Yet then she remembered what her mother had said earlier. <br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">With love, and with a heart so ruthless even Maegor would tremble to see us smile.</span><br/><br/>She would make sure to put that into practice when she saw Stark next. For the time, however, she decided she would talk to Lord Baratheon. She set out for the stands.</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Rickon Stark, Kings Landing</span><br/>""Again, I'm profusely sorry my Lady. My daughter would no doubt be honoured to see you soon.""<br/>Rickon was slightly shocked by her abrupt exit. Perhaps he could have handled that better, but he was never one for the scheming of Kings Landing.<br/>""Talia. Daughter, go see her soon. Now even. Don't... Never trust anybody here. That's how my father died. Go, now. And please be careful."" Rickon watched his daughter run after the Queen to be. <br/>""Brynden. I feel I should leave Kings Landing as soon as possible. These walls aren't kind to the Starks. I have too many enemies here, too few friends. Jaime, you too should leave soon. I understand your father was killed by a Tyrell. Watch your sides, in the melee too. No doubt a dagger will find it's way into your back. I suggest we ride North as soon as this Tourney is done. The wedding... I don't know. Brynden, I value your council. Should we stay?""</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Brynden Blackwood</span><br/><br/>""I say we team up in the Melee, crack some skulls and get out of here soon, or get out of here now. House Blackwood once ruled most of the Wolfswood, and were Northern once, and Tyrell's have no love for the North. We are still Northern at heart. I would not suggest letting your daughter go with the girl, who knows what they mean to do with her. Tyrell's have no love for Stark's. I only met your father in passing once, when I was a small boy at my mothers breast, but my father says he was a great man. He tried to play the game of thrones, and he died. If we're going to be in the Melee, let us team up and stick close, and if we are all that remains, pick a winner from us."" Brynden said to Lord Rickon. ""It could be safer to leave now, in case the Tyrell's have some crony waiting in there with a poisoned sword. It is your choice Lord Stark.""<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Asyir <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=23126958#p23126958"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ser Ryndar Hightower, Heir of Oldtown and the Hightower<br/>King's Landing, Crownlands<br/>Tourney Grounds</span><br/><br/>Ryndar took his cousin's hand with his right hand outstretched. The two exchanged a quick hand shake before Ryndar spoke. Ryndar was overjoyed to see his cousins. The two families have been close since they married in with each others families. ""Cousin? I see you have armor and weapons. I take it you're fighting in the melee?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ser Hobber Redwyne</span><br/><br/>Hobber was glad to see his cousins. The Hightowers were once of the most powerful, if not the most powerful bannermen of the Tyrell's, and were loyal to Lord Loras. ""Afraid not cousin, my and two of my brothers mean to partake in the joust, my other three are in the Melee though."""
14861,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=450,2015-01-14T08:22:00,Of the Quendi,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;"">The Ghiscari Empire</span><br/>The Imperial City of Meereen, in the Bay of Ghiscari<br/>Under the sovereignty of Aemon the Magnificent Targaryen</span></span><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d4/GhisHarpie.png""/><br/><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lady Missandei</span></span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">The day of the Battle of Kosrak</span></div><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">T</span></span>hough Missandei was sufficiently introspective and capable of self-examination to recognize the bizarre in criticizing Lady Maelesa's delusions about the Freehold while extolling the virtues of the second Ghiscari Empire the Grand Vizier was reminded by the words of the Mantarine woman why she disliked her.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""We can't really ask the common people of the Rhoyne and Ghiscar how well they fared under the Freehold since their civilizations was ground to dust by it.""</span>Missandei acrimoniously countered.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""With regard to your derision of the efforts of this empire to do better I can assure you it is not complacent with merely freeing its peoples of shackles, of hunger, of cruel and arbitrary masters. But its a start; more then your Freehold ever gave.""</span>The Grand Vizier said.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">S</span></span>he regretted it almost immediately. Although she stood by every word it was petty and beneath her dignity to argue with a prisoner who could not defend herself, although Lady Maelesa's arrogant posturing did not seem the least bit restrained by her captivity, something that Missandei couldn't help but find incredibly annoying and off-putting. The Naathi shrugged.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""On this we will have to agree to disagree I expect.""</span>The Vizier spoke more amenably.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">H</span></span>owever much she misliked the woman it was hard not to admire the courage to talk so bluntly and disrespectful when imprisoned Missandei had to admit. Had the roles been reversed, well then Missandei would no doubt have been tortured and killed, but if she had been granted a final audience she had no illusions about her willingness to humble herself and beg for mercy. She would have been on her knees in a heartbeat pleading and crying to save her skin.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""I am sorry you and your family feel so ill at ease, living under the rule of the last family of dragonlords.""</span>Missandei said.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Yet I am pleased to learn that I am to send thousands to their death not for misguided conceptions about slavery but for the independence of your Northern Valyria. On that we could have never reached a peaceful settlement you and I. Nor, I expect, could your husband and my emperor. War then, and may the Gods decide the outcome.""</span>Missandei spoke.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">W</span></span>ith that Missandei was done. Her conscience was put at ease knowing that a peaceful settlement had never been possible, her doubts was put at rest and had the topic of the conversation not been so somber Missandei could have almost smiled. Instead she leaned back on her bench, her nerves calmed.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Well, Maelesa Vaeleneos, I thank you for clarifying these matters for me. I fully expect all this will soon be settled by a Ghiscari victory, no doubt you are equally convinced of a Mantarine victory. War is uncertain and neither of us can divine the future. But regardless of what the outcome will be, I will have to manage it, His Majesty would expect it of me. If you do not object perhaps we could talk about the future of your Northern Valyria?""</span>Missandei spoke.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">B</span></span>ut then she had a change of heart. She had already imposed quite a bit on the hospitality of the prisoner and expecting the woman to engage in a candid discussion about what Ghiscar should do about Mantarys once it was conquered was pushing the woman more than acceptable.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""But I seem to forget myself.""</span>The Vizier apologized.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""I have had you imprisoned and cannot expect you to discuss these matters with me, your captors. Perhaps you would rather discuss your own situation? All men and women may not sleep on beds of silk or drink wine and food from heaven in the Ghiscari Empire but nor are people thrown in dungeons to die in the dark. Prisoners has rights, and you are of course entitled to know yours.""</span>Missandei said."
14862,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=450,2015-01-14T15:39:00,Atletius,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Brynden Blackwood</span><br/><br/>""I say we team up in the Melee, crack some skulls and get out of here soon, or get out of here now. House Blackwood once ruled most of the Wolfswood, and were Northern once, and Tyrell's have no love for the North. We are still Northern at heart. I would not suggest letting your daughter go with the girl, who knows what they mean to do with her. Tyrell's have no love for Stark's. I only met your father in passing once, when I was a small boy at my mothers breast, but my father says he was a great man. He tried to play the game of thrones, and he died. If we're going to be in the Melee, let us team up and stick close, and if we are all that remains, pick a winner from us."" Brynden said to Lord Rickon. ""It could be safer to leave now, in case the Tyrell's have some crony waiting in there with a poisoned sword. It is your choice Lord Stark.""<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Asyir <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=23126958#p23126958"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ser Ryndar Hightower, Heir of Oldtown and the Hightower<br/>King's Landing, Crownlands<br/>Tourney Grounds</span><br/><br/>Ryndar took his cousin's hand with his right hand outstretched. The two exchanged a quick hand shake before Ryndar spoke. Ryndar was overjoyed to see his cousins. The two families have been close since they married in with each others families. ""Cousin? I see you have armor and weapons. I take it you're fighting in the melee?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ser Hobber Redwyne</span><br/><br/>Hobber was glad to see his cousins. The Hightowers were once of the most powerful, if not the most powerful bannermen of the Tyrell's, and were loyal to Lord Loras. ""Afraid not cousin, my and two of my brothers mean to partake in the joust, my other three are in the Melee though.""[/quote]</div></div></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Rickon Stark, Kings Landing</span><br/>""I fear I'm honour and duty bound to attend the wedding, as Lord Paramount I fear I have no choice."" Rickon let out an exasperated sigh. ""I'll send my family back before I think. Safer at Winterfell than here."" He looked around, shaking his head, before turning to Eddard, ""Son, go catch up with your sister. We'll have words about you disobeying me later. But now, go. I want you together. Too often Starks are split."" Rickon watched with a sense of forlorn sadness as his son and heir walked away in pursuit of Talia.<br/>""So, when's this melee starting?""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Talia Stark, Kings Landing.</span><br/>Talia ran toward where she saw Elvina walk too. She's entered the stands, and saw her conversing with Baratheon and two women she didn't recognise.<br/>""My Lady! Apologies for interrupting. My father wishes to apologies for his bluntness earlier. He is tired, and only wished to speak to me about where to meet after the Tourney."" A small lie.<br/>She advanced towards the group, giving a courtesy to Lord Baratheon and each of the Ladies.<br/>""Lord Baratheon, an honour to see you again. And my ladies, I'm Talia Stark. A pleasure.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Rydon Steele, Windholm</span><br/><br/>Rydon rode into his holdings in a gallop, racing ahead of his guard, who were still a days travel away at least. One man can travel a lot further, faster than a company.<br/>""Uther! Where is Uther!"" He called out to some nearby guards, and after many sweeping bows, was directed to Uther, who was inspecting the barracks.<br/>""Uther, what news?""<br/>Ser Uther Carwulf was a family friend, a Valeman. He served the Steeles as their Castellan and Master-At-Arms for longer than Rydon had been alive. He was a short, stout man, with greying whiskers and a bald head.<br/>""Very little my Lord. Jaime is in Kings Landing, that's as far as we know.""<br/>""Damn it.""<br/>""But, Lord Stark is also there.""<br/>""Is he?""<br/>""Yes, he is there to attend the wedding of the King and for the Tourney.""<br/>""Of course. Hmm"" Rydon stroked his beard in thought, ""Uther, send a raven to Kings Landing immediately. Tell Jaime to stay with Lord Stark. He'll be safer with him. I hope."""
14863,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=450,2015-01-14T18:01:00,Asyir,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ser Ryndar Hightower, Heir to Oldtown<br/>King's Landing<br/>The Tourney Grounds</span><br/><br/>""Ah. That is good to know. The Redwyne's have always been a family of strong and capable warriors,"" Ryndar said, eyeing Hobber. He bowed low as he slowly backed back towards the exit. ""Farewell Ser Hobber. I must prepare for the melee. May we speak soon.""<br/><br/>Ryndar left the tent, and returned to his own tent."
14864,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=450,2015-01-14T18:47:00,Novae Vitae,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lady Elvina the Rosebud<br/>The Tourney Grounds, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>""Lady Wendwater, Lord Baratheon,"" Elvina greeted with a curtsey. She left that only to notice a third individual near whom must have been Steffon Baratheon and guessed it was his sister Lassa. ""Lady Baratheon,"" Elvina added in a quicker curtsey, but then remembered the rumors of the Baratheon and turned back to the former two.<br/><br/>""I can to join you, only I fear that--"" Elvina began, but somewhat came up behind her. ""Hello, Lady Stark. All is well,"" Elvina said, realizing whom it was. Again, she curtsied. She was about to say there would be no good seats, but she noticed a passing servant and seized him by the arm.<br/><br/>""Fetch two chairs for Lady Stark and I, so that we might speak well,"" Elvina said.<br/><br/>""M'lady, I really must--"" the servant tried, but Elvina cut them off.<br/><br/>""You<span style=""font-style: italic"">must</span>do as I command, and I command this. Now please, go."" She smiled at him, but it was a sort of deadly smile that her mother had mentioned. Elvina was not sure if she had done it correctly, but the servant seemed frightened enough.<br/><br/>""Now,"" Elvina said, returning her gaze to the nobility, ""it is a pleasure. Might I ask where to begin?"""
14865,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=450,2015-01-14T19:13:00,New Granadeseret,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Baratheon-Swann</span><br/><br/>Well, this was rather new.<br/><br/>Steffon took a brief moment to enjoy this strange sense of accomplishment: never before had he had 4 young ladies all vying for his attention at once, and it actually felt giddy... in an overwhelming sort of way. There was just so many voices, so many faces that he was trying to navigate through, unsure if he was having the perfect opportunity or setting out into a diplomatic cow pasture. Where to start was rather obvious, holding out his arm and about to offer her his seat, before she snatched the servant out of mid-jog, spilling some of the drink he'd been carrying down onto the floor.<br/><br/>""Lady Talia, it's lovely to get a chance to have a proper conversation with you."" He commented, having only seen and spoken in passing the once, having to take very small steps so he could position himself for the proper bow in the ever tightening spaces. ""Though, please Lady Lannister; take you seat until the chairs arrive."" He slid back forcing Lassa to break her death-grip on his hands, her pale pales disappearing quickly into the folds near the stomach of her dress. It was probably better to make the offer to the lady who was already betrothed, he reasoned... so as not to risk upsetting any of the others.<br/><br/>""As for where to begin... though I'm sure you've had an earful of these already, you have our House's warmest wishes for your future with His Grace."" He offered, picking up his tome and stein to make sure nobody sat or stepped on them. ""I can't imagine what excitement you must be feeling with the date so near, though I've often heard matter of the heart weigh heavily on ladies your age."""
14866,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=475,2015-01-14T19:48:00,Toronina,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Brynden Blackwood, Lord of Raventree Hall</span><br/><br/>""Honor bound? What do Tyrell's know of honor? Your brother was a great man, and he was killed at a wedding. Let us stick close then Lord Stark, who knows what kind of man could be in this Melee. It will start soon I hope."""
14867,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=475,2015-01-16T15:28:00,Novae Vitae,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lady Elvina the Rosebud<br/>The Tourney Grounds, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>""Thank you, my lord,"" Elvina replied, smiling in almost agreement. ""Indeed, quite heavily."" She sat politely as offered, but hoped the chairs would arrive should. She did not want to make Talia look foolish . . . for too long. ""I am sure His Grace is no better. It is to be a grand affair, as ever.""<br/><br/>Elvina waved her hands in gesture to move the conversation along. ""I am sure it will pass. The stresses of ruling must bare heavier upon you than . . .<span style=""font-style: italic"">what is to be</span>. . . way on me. Tell me, my lord--how do you manage?""<br/><br/>It was a question for Elvina, for the obvious purpose. She would learn from experience.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Queen Regent Margaery, the Thorny Queen<br/>The Red Keep, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>She had entertained few people, hedge knights and merchants most. Usually they were never heard, but the vacancy created by the tourney had afforded them a unique opportunity and they had taken it. Yet, most of their claims were so simple that Margaery worked through them in minutes. Today, she had been somewhat less than charitable. Most times, she was, and it was this that had helped to change King's Landing (the wealth of Tyrell and, in part, Lannister, had gone far)--but today funds were low and it was time to be scrupulous.<br/><br/>""Court is adjourned!"" the herald was now shouting, as the last men left the room. Margaery departed from the room in her flowing robes, making her way not for her own chambers, but for Loras's.<br/><br/>There was a tension between them. She had no doubt they would work well together should they, but if they were combatant . . . King's Landing would bleed, rose would cut rose, and eastern dragons would turn them all to ashes. She could only hope that Loras understood that, and that he had tamed his wild self.<br/><br/>Yet now she was not concerned with him. She was quite certain that he was gone. And she knew he could not have taken his dragon with himself; the beast, as he had once written her, was far beyond tamed. Still, she knew the dragon would not have been unguarded. Are the way to his room, she saw them. The urchin boy, to sink a dagger into the belly of a would-be thief; the chef's servant, whom cut food too well as they walked; and the septa pretending to read near the room, her book almost undoubtedly hollow.<br/><br/>There were, of course, the guards themselves. They were four horribly large men, and at their hips were not swords. They carried equally large shields and massive spears, as though they themselves would form living walls to protect the dragon.<br/><br/>""You will let me pass,"" Margaery said as she approached.<br/><br/>""What is the byword?"" one of the men inquired. He spoke with the slightest accent, but spoke intelligently.<br/><br/>Margaery paused to consider. She knew little of her nephew, but she knew him to be incredibly focused on symbolism. What would his word be? Would it just be a word? Would it be more than one?<br/><br/>Then it struck her. ""Words,"" Margaery replied, and the man pushed the door open. Margaery entered carefully, examining the room slowly. Loras had only been in King's Landing a day, yet the room had clearly changed from vacancy to the property of someone of considerable intelligence. There were books aplenty, yet there were also quills and maps; notes of sums littered the chamber, and scribblings of thoughts lie beside them.<br/><br/>In the corner was the most important thing. The cage was certainly extravagant, but that was not the point. What mattered was the small creature within it, hidden behind the draping. Margaery walked over cautiously, as though the beast would lunge at her. Certainly she had seen Aerax before, and Rhaegal, Viserion, and the mighty Drogon before them . . . but this dragon was different. This dragon was Tyrell.<br/><br/>Margaery parted the draping and looked at the small beast. It was green with workings of red. Rhaegal had looked similar, though bronze in its workings. Yet this beast was different all the same. So perfectly Tyrell.<br/><br/>Margaery couldn't resist her temptation.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Dracarys,""</span>she whispered. Nothing happened.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Dracarys!""</span>Margaery yelled, wanting a reaction . . . and she was forced to leap back as golden flame leapt towards her. She scrambled back in the shock.<br/><br/>It burnt nothing, but the flame caught her gaze and made her ambition burn like it hadn't in so many years."
14868,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=475,2015-01-16T16:08:00,Atletius,"<blockquote><div><cite>Toronina <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=23142509#p23142509"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Brynden Blackwood, Lord of Raventree Hall</span><br/><br/><br/>""Honor bound? What do Tyrell's know of honor? Your brother was a great man, and he was killed at a wedding. Let us stick close then Lord Stark, who knows what kind of man could be in this Melee. It will start soon I hope.""</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Rickon Stark, Kings Landing</span><br/>Rickon shuddered at the reminder of his brother Robb. He'd hardly know him, and he missed him so. The Young Wolf was indeed a great man, one immortalised in various songs, statues, plays etc commissioned in the North since his death. The Ballad of The Young Wolf King has become almost the de-facto anthem of the North.<br/>""Yes, but I intend to be a better man than any Frey, or Tyrell. A Stark keeps his word. Stay together and we will win this melee. Gird your steel eh?""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Talia Stark</span><br/>""It is a pleasure of mine to speak to you Lord Baratheon, and your noble sister if I am not mistaken."" Talia courtesied to Lassa. Our families have been close for what seems to be an eternity, or at least that's what father tells us."" Talia laughed, praying to the gods in her head the seats arrived so she could sit, it's less awkward talking while sitting she felt.<br/>""He speaks highly of you all.""<br/>She then turned to Elvina, ""My Lady, why was it that you wanted to see me?"""
14869,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=475,2015-01-16T16:55:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Atletius <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=23162371#p23162371"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Toronina <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=23142509#p23142509"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Brynden Blackwood, Lord of Raventree Hall</span><br/><br/><br/>""Honor bound? What do Tyrell's know of honor? Your brother was a great man, and he was killed at a wedding. Let us stick close then Lord Stark, who knows what kind of man could be in this Melee. It will start soon I hope.""</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Rickon Stark, Kings Landing</span><br/>Rickon shuddered at the reminder of his brother Robb. He'd hardly know him, and he missed him so. The Young Wolf was indeed a great man, one immortalised in various songs, statues, plays etc commissioned in the North since his death. The Ballad of The Young Wolf King has become almost the de-facto anthem of the North. <br/>""Yes, but I intend to be a better man than any Frey, or Tyrell. A Stark keeps his word. Stay together and we will win this melee. Gird your steel eh?""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Talia Stark</span><br/>""It is a pleasure of mine to speak to you Lord Baratheon, and your noble sister if I am not mistaken."" Talia courtesied to Lassa. Our families have been close for what seems to be an eternity, or at least that's what father tells us."" Talia laughed, praying to the gods in her head the seats arrived so she could sit, it's less awkward talking while sitting she felt.<br/>""He speaks highly of you all."" <br/>She then turned to Elvina, ""My Lady, why was it that you wanted to see me?""</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Brynden Blackwood</span><br/><br/>""Let's go crack some skulls then!"" He exclaimed."
14870,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=475,2015-01-16T17:00:00,Novae Vitae,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lady Elvina the Rosebud<br/>The Tourney Grounds, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>""I meant to speak to you in private, and we can later. Though please stay Lady Stark, more company is always welcome,"" Elvina said, hoping the Baratheons would not mind that she encroached. In the distance she saw a runner approaching, awkwardly. ""And it appears our chairs have arrived,"" Elvina added.<br/><br/>The chairs came quickly, the same person with them. ""Very well done, ser,"" Elvina said, flashing them a smile. She took her seat and gestured for Talia to do the same, then look towards Lord Baratheon. ""Excuse me, my dear lord. I had not meant to continue speaking. Please, I'd love to hear what you have to say."""
14871,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=475,2015-01-16T17:19:00,New Granadeseret,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Steffon Baratheon-Swann</span><br/><br/>""Indeed she is."" Steffon answered... the fact that he had to stand up and let go of her had resulted in her being almost paralyzed... every effort being put into maintaining her cool in the growing, noisy crowd of strangers surrounding her. ""You'll have to excuse Lassa, this is a very stressful even for her."" He needed to deflect attention quickly though, so conveniently ignored the details. ""Eddard was a man of honor beyond reproached; I wouldn't dare question that. In the vein of most of the Starks."" He was certainly educated in The War, very well, and could have hardly said 'all' with the North's brief flirt with independence... betraying their rightful king. Talia seemed like a decent enough lady however... though at this point he did keep most of his guards up.<br/><br/>""I suppose it would... but he at least has the melee to keep him occupied."" He commented, taking a few steps so he could better face the ladies, trying not lean back against the head of the man behind him. ""Your husband to be is truly a brave man, if he's willing to step into that fray."" His thoughts leaped without his consent, grabbing at the dangers the tournament might hold... causing him feel quite uneasy. ""I'm certain he'll be more than a match for any of the petty agents the dog-eater Emperor could send."" There was a certain fear for the King's life there, hidden beneath as much cheer as he could muster.<br/><br/>He was slightly surprised at her inquiry, but able to answer with ease. ""I woulden't take my own habits as the standard for lords, my lady. But when my mind is troubled I seek truth. Weather through my books, my experiments, or R'hllor's blessings, I prefer to sharpen my mind to dulling and clouding it with wine or violence.""<br/><br/>He noticed it was starting to feel just a little hot... probably all these people crowding around him an these stuffy cloths, taking a deep drink from what was left of his sweetened milk before sitting back down, feeling slighty thankful or the chairs. ""But I thankfully don't have to take the full weight of my title. My father left behind a competent council. That goes far."""
14872,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=475,2015-01-17T10:47:00,Novae Vitae,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lady Elvina the Rosebud<br/>The Tourney Grounds, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>""Indeed, His Grace is very brave. And quite noble,"" Elvina added, doing her best to seem enchanted. In truth, Aerion was . . . strong. Perhaps brave. Indeed noble. Somewhat intelligent. Quite comely. But he was not all that Elvina could have hoped for. She wanted someone comely and strong, yes, but that was not the important part. She needed someone that would challenge her own intellect, the unrivaled tower of knowledge she possessed. Even her mother did not have her capabilities in sheer noble, but what her mother lacked for intellect (and only in small parts), she made up for thoroughly in charisma and savvy.<br/><br/>""Your rule seems very interesting, Lord Baratheon,"" Elvina said. ""You must be one of the most honorable lords in the Seven Kingdoms."" Yet she dismissed out of hand his search for truth--truth was an illusion. But the thought of a privy council did intrigue her. Perhaps she could make her own, discreetly, to counter Aerion's . . .<br/><br/>That would be a strong approach, she decided.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Queen Regent Margaery Tyrell, the Thorny Queen<br/>The Tourney Grounds, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>She had left the chamber with strict orders to the guards that only she and Loras were to enter, under an circumstance. That dragon was Tyrell, and she would not risk losing it. It would make her how glorious, powerful . . . regal. Perhaps there would be a way for Aerion to slip from his horse, and the Seven know that no lord would accept Aemon or Viserys as their king, save the northern savages.<br/><br/>Margaery shook her head violently to remove the thought. She could not risk a war now, with Aemon looming so close. Once Aemon was dealt with, perhaps, but not before. If Aerion fell too soon, less lords would flock to a rose than to a dragon. But perhaps later, the rose could take the place of a former stag . . .<br/><br/>Margaery approached Aerion now on the tourney grounds, these thoughts somewhat prominent on her mind. ""Dearest Grace,"" Margaery called, a personal title she had given him, ""how are you today? I fear I did not have the chance to see much of you on the yester."""
14873,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=475,2015-01-17T13:29:00,New Granadeseret,"<blockquote><div><cite>Novae Vitae <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=23169360#p23169360"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lady Elvina the Rosebud<br/>The Tourney Grounds, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>""Indeed, His Grace is very brave. And quite noble,"" Elvina added, doing her best to seem enchanted. In truth, Aerion was . . . strong. Perhaps brave. Indeed noble. Somewhat intelligent. Quite comely. But he was not all that Elvina could have hoped for. She wanted someone comely and strong, yes, but that was not the important part. She needed someone that would challenge her own intellect, the unrivaled tower of knowledge she possessed. Even her mother did not have her capabilities in sheer noble, but what her mother lacked for intellect (and only in small parts), she made up for thoroughly in charisma and savvy.<br/><br/>""Your rule seems very interesting, Lord Baratheon,"" Elvina said. ""You must be one of the most honorable lords in the Seven Kingdoms."" Yet she dismissed out of hand his search for truth--truth was an illusion. But the thought of a privy council did intrigue her. Perhaps she could make her own, discreetly, to counter Aerion's . . .<br/><br/>That would be a strong approach, she decided.<br/><br/></div></blockquote><br/><br/>Steffon noticed something slightly... off about her body language compared to her answers. Perhaps it was just how much father had drilled carefully examine a woman's intentions, but for a time her voice seemed to lack a genuine excitement, as though her thoughts were elsewhere. It was probably nothing. After all, she was going to be queen: what could she possibly desire from him? ""I try my best to achieve that goal, Lady Lannister. I have the Baratheon reputation to uphold, after all."" It was at that moment he noticed he was leaving the other ladies out in the cold, quickly trying to include them in the conversation.<br/><br/>""And if I may ask you ladies... how does the finer sex handle the stress of life?"" He posed... genuinely thirsty for knowledge."
14874,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=475,2015-01-17T14:06:00,Krugmar,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">House Vaeleneos</span> <br/>Meereen - Great Pyramid<br/>Maelesa Vaeleneos, Lady of Mantarys</span></div><hr/><br/><br/>Maelesa smiled when she heard the Vizier talk of the faults of the Freehold, she expected no better from one of such low birth. When the Vizier said that they would have to agree to disagree, Maelesa simply nodded. There was no point attempting to get through to this woman, she was buried too deep in the lies of the Empire. Anger flared within her when she heard the Vizier call the Targaryens the 'last Dragonlords'.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Who does this slave think she is?</span>she thought, her face instantly transforming to reflect this anger. Luckily she dwelled for so long on the insult that she missed most of what the Vizier said next, though she managed to calm herself down to hear the apology and change in topic from the Vizier.<br/><br/>""Do tell me my rights Vizier, I am sure that once your inquisitors arrive I shall be able to use them as a most effective shield. I am surprised you have not tried to rip every last drip of information from me, such is the reputation of your most hospitable Censorate."" said Maelesa, distrusting the Vizier on this topic. All knew what the Censorate and their inquisitors were like, they were famed across the Empire and probably by now, the World. Such a cowardly organisation existing within the Imperial bureaucracy proved the illegitimacy of it's rule. At least the Freehold had faced the Rhoynar and Ghiscari in glorious battle, not assassinated and tortured their leaders and civilians into submission. No doubt the Vizier would find some other imaginary fault to disprove it and keep herself strong, lest the wall of lies come crashing down upon her.<br/><br/>Maelesa yawned and stretched, ""Fear not Vizier, It is not you that I am tired of, but this place. Such horrible surroundings do little to keep one wishing to stay in the realm of the awake. Though, as you say, I am your prisoner. So tell me these rights, and we shall see how effective they are"" she said, returning to a cool calm with little anger remaining. She looked Missandei directly in the eyes and smiled, though whether it was a malicious or friendly smile would be hard to decipher."
14875,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=475,2015-01-17T16:30:00,Atletius,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Talia Stark, Kings Landing</span><br/>Talia had sat and listened to Elvina and Steffons conversation. Her eyes were occasionally drawn to his sister, whose moments were jagged and awkward, she pitied her.<br/>She smiled sadly at the mention of Eddard Stark. ""Yes, Grandfather was an honourable man. My aunt has told us many tales of he and my uncle Robb's times. Their lives ended too soon. Far too soon.""<br/><br/>She then laughed at Steffons question, ""How my lord? Many ways. Many of which I'm sure we are forbidden from revealing, are we not my Lady?"" She glanced over to Elvina. ""But in all seriousness, I find many ways to relieve myself. Gods help me if I didn't have my past times."""
14876,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=475,2015-01-17T17:28:00,Novae Vitae,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lady Elvina the Rosebud<br/>The Tourney Grounds, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>""Indeed,"" Elvina said, sharing a laugh with Talia. ""We are an illustrious and foreign species."" Elvina chuckled to herself briefly, then turned back to Lord Baratheon. ""Forgive me, pleasant humor is one of my ways. But in all seriousness, as Lady Stark mentioned, I find it easiest to release stress by reading. It puts oneself in a place outside their own . . . which leads to another interesting thought. That it relieves stress, I cannot say.""<br/><br/>Elvina paused. She could see the intellect glimmering behind Baratheon's eyes, but would the others understand? If they did not, she would isolate them from the group . . . but it made no matter. Baratheon was the greatest player here, and Talia could be recovered later.<br/><br/>""Imagine, if you would,"" Elvina became, ""the plains at the edge of the Dothraki Sea, towards Yi Ti and north of Qarth. Distant and unexplored lands, rarely reached by even the vastest of<span style=""font-style: italic"">khalasars</span>. Now, take yourself to that place (as reading is wont to do). On the very edge of this sea, there is a single tribe of people who, for the greatest span of their lifetimes . . . absolutely nothing happens. The thought may not be calming, but it certainly makes the world more . . . awe-inspiring."""
14877,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=475,2015-01-17T20:44:00,New Granadeseret,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Baratheon-Swanns</span><br/><br/>""Well, you'd be careful than,"" Steffon continued the jest, the idea simply popping into his head after Elvina's statement. ""There are many hunters about who are always looking for an exotic quarry."" Perhaps it wasen't in the most refine taste, what with one of the subjects so soon to their wedding, but neither Talia nor Elvina seemed to be above a bit of humor. Never the less, he was able to look past the fluff and understand the substance beneath... so, they both were keen on reading as well? That was certainly a welcome revelation; it would give them something to talk about.<br/><br/>""Ah, scholars after my own heart."" He began, sounding pleased. ""I've often thought that books make greenseers of us all; able to peer across the years and leagues, to commune with nature's untold secrets, and reach into the minds of the dead. And, when you're confined behind unscalable walls or beneath a hill, such visions are truly a blessing."" He took in her thought experiment turning his eyes up as she spoke and actively visualizing the whole scenario. And what she said rang true; though, it was not so much the tribe itself, but the sheer amount of landscape and peoples he had to mentally put between him and them to justify the difference.<br/><br/>""There are so many wonders to explore... a single man can forget the world is larger than his village or holdings, that the lands he passes through or has only heard of contain hundreds of people who are just as human. I would personally love to see Braavos most of all... a city built across a thousand islands."" His voice faded off a little, almost dreamy, before he snapped back to reality. ""But wealth and land comes with responsibilities. I can't rightly abandon my subjects to go gallivanting for months on end."""
14878,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=475,2015-01-18T13:03:00,Diliath,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Aelid Jaerator, Meereen</span><br/><br/>Aelid looked over the water and smiled. He smelled the city and glad he could leave the ship after the long journey from Qarth. Although the city didn't impress him was he very excited to see the famous piramid and the famous Ghiscari soldiers. As his ship approached the quay did he look back to assure that the other 14 ships were boarding too. As soon as Mordonin's letter had reached him had he travelled to Meereen with as many ships of the brotherhood as possible without being suspicious. When he jumped from the ship did he walk to the temple with his guards to inform his cousin Mordonin that the first ships were ready and that he could gather his Ghiscari allies.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Mordonin Jaerator, Meereen the temple of R'hollor</span><br/><br/>""Because the night is dark and full of terrors."" Mordonin stood up as he finished his prayer with these words. He felt that the lord made contact with him every times he said a prayer. When he arrived at the temple two weeks earlier was he mostly searching for power, but now was he aware that he truly accepted R'hollor as the one true god. Of course had this given him powers that made him twice as strong. Through his growing faith and his contact with the magical world tht he had as warlock had he easely and swiftly learned to control the gifts from R'hollor.<br/>As he walked towards the door of his room did he walk into a young man in red clothes that were richly decorated with gold. As the blond man turned towards him was Mordonin hit by a wave of happiness when he recognized his cousin. ""Aelid, how is the business in Qarth and how do you do?"" he said and they embraced eachother. ""Nothing changed back home since you left, so I left and brought you some ships."" said Aelid. Mordonin nodded and said: ""Yes we'll need them soon. Where are the ships?"" ""At the eastern part of the harbour"" answered Aelid ""You'll recognize the flags."" ""Go back to the ships, I will travel to the piramid to let the Ghiscari command know that our ships are ready. If they send the soldiers can we soon go to Qarth totake it."" After these words did the cousins leave eachother again and they splitted up. One of them went to the harbour, the other to the piramid."
14879,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=475,2015-01-18T14:50:00,Atletius,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Talia and Eddard Stark, Kings Landing</span><br/>Talia listened. She'd be lying if she said she understood all of what Lord Baratheon and Elvina said. She'd read deeply, true, but matters further afield than the dothraki rarely made into books. Her father had said Danny had spoken highly of the dothraki, they were not the barbarians they were made out to be.<br/>""It is said A reader lives a thousand lives before he dies. The man who never reads lives only one.” Talia brushed a stray strand of her hair out her eyes, ""Don't know who said that exactly, father told me that saying. He is very fond of it."" Rickon spent the greeter part of Talias infancy in the Maesters tower, reading and debating with the Maester. The two were close, the Maester more than a servant of House Stark, he was a friend of Rickon.<br/><br/>Eddard appeared a few meters away, he stared at his sister and the other nobles, and thinking it best not to interrupt them, he wandered off in search of amusement before the tourney began proper. Perhaps he could find some squire or knight to talk to.<br/><br/>Meanwhile Talia smiled at the mention of Braavos. ""I too would love to visit Braavos. To see the Titan of Braavos in reality, not just some Maesters sketch or artists painting. What say we five take a tour of the free cities some day?"" She meant that. To see the Free Cities was a dream of hers, ever since first hearing of Braavos. She was enamoured by them.<br/>""Well my Lord and Ladies? Shall we?""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">House Steele, Windholm</span><br/>In Windholm the Steele family members ate with their council. Rydon sat at the head of the table with his wife, Alys, a Manderly by birth. To his right was Talion and Maester Waryn. To his left Castellan Uther and his mother, Lady Steele. Behind them was the resident troubadour standing with his lute.<br/>""So Rydon, you left Fabian at the Wall."" His mother asked.<br/>""Yes. He and Isiah are keeping the company of men at Castle Black under the command of Lord Commander Gaunt. I couldn't stay long sadly. But the men are happy and optimistic.""<br/>""Why did Triston want aid?"" It was Uther speaking now. He looked troubled.<br/>""Hard to say, wildlings are the main threat. But the possibly of a Long Night is always hovering like the spectre at the feast.""<br/>""Gods protect Fabian.""<br/>""Aye,"" Rydon tore a hunk of bread from the loaf and poured himself some ale, ""Bael, play us something please.""<br/>""Yes my Lord."" Bael the Troubadour picked up his lute and began plucking, the familiar chords of the Ballad of The Young Wolf King.<br/><br/>""In Winterfell cold,<br/>The Wolves grow old,<br/>When the noble stag was killed,<br/>And the bastard Lion rose,<br/>In the Wolves duty was instilled,<br/>But the Lion saw his close,<br/>The Wolf was cleft in twain,<br/>Head lifted from shoulders,<br/>But Winter would not wane,<br/><br/>...<br/><br/>The Young Wolf stood tall, sword in hand,<br/>And cut traitors down,<br/>Crossbow bolts pieced his hide,<br/>And Torrhens Crown fell,<br/>Cold iron and blood,<br/><br/><br/>So ended the Young Wolfs reign."""
14880,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=475,2015-01-19T13:43:00,Novae Vitae,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lady Elvina the Rosebud<br/>The Tourney Grounds, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>""I would simply<span style=""font-style: italic"">adore</span>that,"" Elvina replied. She wasn't just flattering Talia; she would truly enjoy a tour of the Free Cities, if only to make contacts their and reinforce her mother's. ""Perhaps I could speak to His Grace about the matter and see if he would be willing. Perhaps he'd even come; I'm sure affairs of state could arise in the Free Cities.""<br/><br/>There were particular affairs of state to arise in the Free Cities. Of the few that remained, Braavos would be the strongest ally, and its fleet would be incredibly useful against the possible Volantine threat or against the arising King-in-the-Stepstones, though not particularly<span style=""font-style: italic"">of</span>them. Still, it was best to recognize the threat he possessed.<br/><br/>Yet Elvina did not mention this, for fear of making the others seem ignorant."
14881,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=475,2015-01-19T14:38:00,New Granadeseret,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Steffon Baratheon-Swann</span><br/><br/>These women... they seemed so fanciful. The two of them might be able to take a tour easily enough. Even Aerion, with a trustworthy enough Hand and some decent instructions, could manage it was a clear consciousness. But as much as the idea tempted him, to study and explore that wondrous city, the thought of actually doing so felt daunting. He would have no practical purpose for being there, leaving his responsibilities behind for mere enjoyment, and it was no secret that the Free Cities had become more wary of open worship of R'hllor in recent years. It nothing changed, he would have to keep it on the edge of romantic fantasies... and nothing more.<br/><br/>He could hardly turn down a request from two ladies of such high standing though, and so decided he'd at least try to humor them. ""The offer is very tempting, Lady Stark... but I am sworn to the crown to govern and keep peace in the Stormlands. I can't simply abandon my oaths for months on end, even if it is to enjoy such lovely company."" It was only than Elvina spoke, mentioning how she'd talk to the King. State visits were rather uncommon... or major diplomacy with Essos in general, but getting a friendly barrier standing between them and the Dothraki and Ghiscari hordes was certainly a noble goal. ""But business mixed with pleasure is certainly not impossible, in such troubled times. If His Grace had duties for me in those fair cities, I would be happy to escort you."""
14882,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=475,2015-01-19T14:44:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Riliane Wendwater</span><br/><br/>Riliane shrunk back as she became all but ignored. Steffon was like a rabid dog, fixated on his two new toys. Her stomach was churning and she felt a mixture of disgust and betrayal watching Steffon fawn over the new women. ""I'm sorry but I must leave."" Riliane squeaked from behind Steffon. ""I'm feeling rather sick... You can give one of them my seat if you want Steffon, I'm not sure I'll be needing it."" with that Riliane left. Disappearing from the stands and going to find a secluded spot somewhere. She'd wretch if she had to sit there watching Steffon with the women."
14883,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=475,2015-01-19T15:13:00,Atletius,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Talia Stark, Kings Landing</span><br/><br/>Talia clasped her hands together in joy. ""Yes my Lord, surely you can leave the Storm for some time to come with us. It'd be such a joy, and no doubt father would be more likely to let me go if a Baratheon accompanied us. Owudont you like to see the Titan?""<br/>Suddenly, one of the other women had left, and Talia was shocked. Was it something shed said? Surely not? She was careful with her words.<br/>""Apologies my Lady, please don't leave us."" Her words didn't seem to have been heard as the lady left quickly.<br/>Ok, Talia thought, only four of us now. Easier conversation surely. Perhaps, but she would be careful not offend, perhaps she had.<br/>""Lord Baratheon? Was Lady... ? Is she okay?"""
14884,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=475,2015-01-19T15:44:00,New Granadeseret,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Steffon Baratheon-Swann</span><br/><br/>""It would hardly be a trip to Braavos without that."" He commented, taking the questions as they were delivered to him. ""Though, I'm curious about their famed Arsenal as well. They say the fortress can turn out an entire galley in the course of a day... they must have some truly interesting technology if they're able to pull that off. Of course, that's assuming the Sealord would allow is inside."" These thoughts were a pleasant surprised, based on all he'd heard about how everything in King's Landing was merely schemes or politics.<br/><br/>It was then that he heard Riliane's words, happy as, for a few brief moments, he thought she'd finally be entering back into the conversation. She'd gone rather quiet after her little... off color comment earlier, and his insincts from dealing with Lassa told him to respect the privacy of a quiet, troubled woman. From how talkative she'd been earlier, and how full of life she'd been, he found it puzzling that the first thing she'd do in the presence of company was excuse herself. And with an upset stomach too...<br/><br/>His eyes unconsciously drifted down to the glass in his hand... is own stomach growing slightly queezy as the theorized. He haden't tasted anything wrong, but it was better to be safe than sorry. He placed the half-empty stein on the platter of a passing servant, watching her hustle away. One of his eyes was squited, puzzled, until Talia's speech broke through his thoughts.<br/><br/>""I... don't know."" He said, half absent, before his eyes left Talia's fleeing form... only to look down and see Lassa had vanished as well, slipping into the crowd during the confusion. Filled with a sudden sense of alarm, he turned rapidly, trying to seek her out. ""Lassa? Lassa!"" His voice steadily grew louder with each reiteration, only to be swallowed up by the cries of the crowd as the knights and warriors started emerging from their tents, the melees just on the verge of beginning. He glanced back and forth between his guest and the open areas behind the stands, wondering if he should excuse himself as his first real experience at being the center of attention amongst the ladies started collapsing around his ears.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lassa Baratheon-Swann</span><br/><br/>It was just becoming too much... too many voice, to much isolation in the face of strangers, too foreign for her. Only Steffon's comforting and her desire not to make a scene had allowed her to keep a grip on her nerves earlier... but as he focused on the other girls, first just the Wendwater and than the whole gaggle, an instinctual panic set in, lifting up her dress as she rapidly stepped away, taking advantage of Riliane's more vocal exit to give her cover. She nearly hyperventilated as she kept her head down through the crowd, driven only to move away form the noise, the bodies... anything that could hurt her, half stumbling through the mud as she lost her composed stance. Her shoes and lower cloths were covered in trampled down filth as she looked for the best place she could, ducking into someplace dark and quiet. The sound of her sobbing, trying desperately to process all these animal emotions, filled her ears as she sat there, shaking, head down between her knees."
14885,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=475,2015-01-19T16:59:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Riliane Wendwater</span><br/><br/>Riliane had found a fairly isolated spot and took deep, long breaths to clear her head and calm her down. She was stupid to think that he'd ever shown any real interest in her, he could have any maiden in the Seven Kingdoms if he wanted them. She was just a little toy to him that might be fun to play with for a little while but one that he'd easily discard for others. As she calmed down she began to hear a gentle sobbing sound. She hadn't seen anybody near her... Riliane turned to see Lassa near her, her head was between her knees and she was crying. ""L-lady Baratheon?"" Riliane asked, unsure if she was going mad or not. ""What's wrong?"" she asked, everything had seemed fine for Lassa a minute ago. She almost put an arm around her to comfort her but remembered that she disliked being touched and refrained from it."
14886,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=475,2015-01-19T17:16:00,New Granadeseret,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lassa Baratheon-Swann</span><br/><br/>She felt desperate, trapped like a rabbit against a cliff, predators closing in from all sides. It was a familiar feeling, one she'd been struggling with most of her life, but she still felt like a little girl when faced with it. Unable to do much more than huddle there shaking and sobbing, the weight of reality from what she'd seen to today crushing down on the back of her head. At the very least, she'd managed to slip away undetected, so her shameful reaction to this extra trying 'episode' wouldn't make too many waves.<br/><br/>Than, in the darkness the stands and her clothing provided, she heard a voice; hesitant, concerned... but one she'd heard often enough recently. It filled her with an even stranger cocktail of emotions; jealously, respect, rage, and mourning. If nothing else, it gave her the desire and strength to pull her head out of the dress, revealing the golden fabric of her veil and dress to be stained heavily with tears. Her hand twitched, holding back the urge to scratch at the intruder.<br/><br/>""Yes..."" She said questioningly, as her vision settled on Riliane's face. She bit down on her tounge to stop the torrent of things that tried to tumble out of her mouth, doing her best to filter out anything embarrassing. ""Don't worry... I can take it."" Her lips curled in a pained smile. ""Just good care of him... please?"" It was a mewing tone... almost begging."
14887,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=475,2015-01-19T17:28:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Riliane Wendwater</span><br/><br/>Riliane blinked a few times at Lassa, she was trying to reassure Cassana and pleading with her that everything was fine when she was in a heap shaking and shivering; her voice breaking when she talked.<br/><br/>When she added in the part about treating ""him"" well Riliane was unsure as to what she meant at first until she realized Lassa was talking about Steffon. Riliane smiled nervously and shook her head. ""I won't have to treat him nicely, he's more interested in that Stark girl."" RIliane's tone changed from reassuring to depressed over the course of the sentence. ""He isn't interested in me, you saw how his eyes lit up when he saw the Stark girl."" Now Riliane was sitting next to Lassa in the same position Lassa wan in: knees up and arms around them, clenched into a ball."
14888,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=475,2015-01-19T17:56:00,New Granadeseret,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lassa Baratheon-Swann</span><br/><br/>Lassa's face clenched slightly, her eyes watering back up again... still refusing to make eye contact with her new company with the rest of her body loosening up slightly. However, to her ears the words coming out of Riliane's mouth seemed like utter madness. Her head shock, almost furiously, physically denying any truth in those words.<br/><br/>""My brother is like that..."" she solemnly. ""He keeps a strong face in front of people... that's how father taught him how to protect himself. Eyes are... vulnerable."" She had a small urge to look over, to see what Riliane's looked like, but her fear kept her gaze sternly away. ""When you're like me, you read voices instead."" There was barey a pause between the thought and it coming out her mouth, the floodgate of feelings impossible to close. ""His public voice... he dropped it for you. He opened up, asking about you and answering openly. With the queen... he asked and answered exactly what was proper."" She was certain that was the truth... it had to be. ""I was... jealous, that you were going to take him away from me. That's why I... I tried to rip him away."" The thought of being alone again... it just frightened her to no end, the idea rearing its ugly head once more as she paused to take a few deep breaths.<br/><br/>""I don't want him to leave."" She admitted, seeming to be on the verge of incoherienance inhaling. ""But I know him well enough to know when he's comfortable. Just..."" She bit down on her lip, hard enough to draw a little blood, everything finally getting the better of her as the waterworks started again."
14889,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=475,2015-01-19T19:09:00,Phalnia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Edric Dayne<br/>Tourney Stands, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>Lord Dayne sighed and stretched in his seat, his back beginning to tense up. It felt as though he had been sitting in there for days, waiting for the tourney to commence. He looked around the stands as he did so. Most of the lord, ladies, and other people of importance were seated waiting and engaging in conversation.<br/><br/>As he did so his wife turned to him. ""This day seems to be dragging on. Would you mind getting me a drink from the tent dear?""<br/><br/>Edric turned to her, by now her eyes were wide and pulled on the Lord's heartstrings. ""Yes, love."" Edric rose to his feet. ""I live to serve you."" He added with a bow as he turned around. However before he could take a step he was bombarded with more requests. His daughters had decided that they also wanted drinks and food. ""Yes, yes."" He said as he started walking.<br/><br/>The lord made his way through the stands, trying not to bump into, or step on anyone. Eventually he made his way to the food and drink tent. The wait went by fairly quickly and Edric placed his own order. ""Two sweet milks, and two barley teas. And four slices of lemon cake."" The servant taking orders nodded and shouted back the orders. A few minutes later the order was ready and set out on the counter for Edric.<br/><br/>He eyed the with contemplation, he doubted he could carry the food and drink without making a mess and a fool of himself. He looked around for a solution and found one. A little girl, no older than eight, was in the back of the tent washing dishes. Edric spoke to her. ""Little girl, would you mind lending me a hand."" He motioned to the two trays.""<br/><br/>The girl looked to the woman who had taken Edric's order. The woman nodded vigorously and ushered the girl out from behind the counter. She looked nervously around as Edric handed her the tray with the cakes, the lighter and more easily balanced of the two and took the drinks himself.<br/><br/>He stepped out of the tent the girl close behind, her head held low. As the two made their way towards the stands Edric would periodically turn around to make sure the little girl was still there. She was following closely behind and ably avoided bumping anyone, even with her eyes pointed towards the ground. Eventually, they reached the rest of the Dayne family. Edric distributed the drinks, the milks went to his daughters and his wife held the teas as Edric took the tray with the cakes. The girl turned to leave and Edric called to her to stay a moment longer, with the girl obliging.<br/><br/>Having handed his wife and daughters their drinks and foods he looked in his hands. He had one last piece of cake, his eyes turned to the girl, she looked thin and Edric suspected she was likely hungry, having worked around food all morning. He took his piece and knelt down in front of the girl, who stared at the ground even more intently. ""Thank you for your help young lady."" He tried to look at the girls eyes, but she kept them fixed on the floor. Edric slipped the cake under her face. ""Take it.""<br/><br/>The girl looked at cake then at Edric, shaking her head. Edric merely pushed the cake closer, adding. ""Please, I insist."" The girl took the cake, a smile on her face for the first time since Edric had seen her. He reached into the purse on his belt, as the girl took a great bite out of the cake. He pressed a half-dozen silver stags into her free hand. Again the girl attempted to refuse and Edric again insisted. ""If anyone back in the kitchen asks you about the cake or the coins, you tell the to come talk to Lord Edric Dayne."" The girl nodded as she finished of the last bite of the cake. ""Okay? Go on back now.""<br/><br/>The girl quickly rushed down the stands, clutching the coins in two hands. Edric got to his feet and watched her until he was certain she had reached the tent. Lord Dayne then retook his seat next to his wife, taking a sip from the tea she handed him. The four continued to await the start of the games.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ser Tomos Dayne<br/>Tourney Grounds, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>The knight sat atop his horse, becoming restless fro the wait. The rest of the Dayne knights had dispersed to mingle among the other competitors. Tomos looked about the grounds, every other combatant seemed eager to start. Among them he spied several notable houses. He recited the names, words, and seats of the houses he spotted. He still remembered most of them, having them drilled into his skull as a boy by the maester at Starfall.<br/><br/>Finally, Toos noticed someone who appeared intriguing. The man was filled with blood of the first men, that was clear.<br/>He carried himself with a noble aura and Tomos could only assume he was a Stark. As far as the knight could recall, the Starks did have a son about the age of this man, and it made sense that the Stark's would be represented at the royal wedding.<br/><br/>Tomos urged his horse over to the man. He stopped his horse several feet away, not wanting to rush the man. ""Hello there. So are you enjoying the festivities?"" A small chuckle following his question."
14890,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=475,2015-01-20T08:09:00,Of the Quendi,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;"">The Ghiscari Empire</span><br/>The Imperial City of Meereen, in the Bay of Ghiscari<br/>Under the sovereignty of Aemon the Magnificent Targaryen</span></span><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d4/GhisHarpie.png""/><br/><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lady Missandei</span></span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">The day of the Battle of Kosrak</span></div><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">T</span></span>he disappointment she felt at Lady Maelesa's choice of topic for discussion did not shown on Missandei's face. Though the topic of the fate of the lands and peoples of Northern Valyria was probably largely exhausted and the discovery of interesting nuggets unlikely, Missandei would have still favored it over discussing the Ghiscari legal system with her captive. But she could not blame the prisoner for desiring to know what fate awaited her.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">W</span></span>asting only a few moments on the anger that the very mention of House Targaryen's status as the last dragon lords seemed to invoke in the Vaeleneos woman Missandei, suppressing a jawn, began her explanation, out of boredom, by taking the opportunity to ominously address the Valyrian woman's concerns about torture.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""It was proposed to extract from you information useful for the war effort Maelesa Vaeleneos.""</span>She coldly remarked, absentmindedly pondering why the undeniably truthful statement that the Targaryens where the last dragon lords was so upsetting to the woman. Was it merely pride and grief for her own family's lost claim to such a dignity, or was it something more the vizier wondered.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">O</span></span>nce more Missandei realized she was demeaning herself by playing on the fear that surely existed in the mind of the captured Valyrian behind her fiery facade. Strange how easy the other woman could provoke Missandei to abusiveness and cruelty.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""I however declined to use such methods declaring you a valuable hostage. That, I suppose, is the gist of your current situation. You have been arrested and stand accused of high treason, a capital offense, and will be tried by the Censorate in the near future. But at the same time you are being detained by an imperial decree declaring your detention integral to the security of the empire which makes your situation rather ... Complex.""</span>Missandei spoke.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">H</span></span>aving half a mind to cut short her legal briefing at that the Grand Vizier reluctantly continued.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""The imperial decree does, or at least it will when and if the emperor ratifies it, supersedes all other legal instruments of the empire, meaning that regardless of whether you are found guilty or innocent you will neither be released nor punished while the edict remain in effect.""</span>Missandei lied. She had no illusions about the value of an imperial edict not issued by the emperor personally. She gave her document a couple of days, if the emperor didn't show up within that timeframe Maelesa Vaeleneos would reveal every secret she had ever been made privy to in her life on the racks of the inquisition. Missandei found it best to leave that out.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">B</span></span>etter then, the grand vizier thought, to talk about the trial.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Your trial will however be held despite the edict to determine what is to be done with you once the edict expires. You are entitled to seek what legal counsel and assistance you deem necessary to defend yourself and may call witnesses or present evidence to support your position. You will be tried by an inquisitor and judged by a jury of two hundred citizens and a judge appointed from the official list at the Meereenese Royal Court by you, or your lawyer, and the inquisitor. If found guilty the judge will most likely propose the death penalty, requiring the personal approval of the emperor.""</span>Missandei spoke.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">A</span></span>bout to continue explaining in greater details the nature of the Ghiscari legal system she suddenly realized something. She gave the other woman a confused gaze.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Maelesa Vaeleneos, do you deny the charge of treason against the Empire?""</span>The Naathi woman asked, dumbstruck by her sudden realization.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;"">The Ghiscari Empire</span><br/>The Imperial City of Meereen, in the Bay of Ghiscari<br/>Under the sovereignty of Aemon the Magnificent Targaryen</span></span><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d4/GhisHarpie.png""/><br/><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lady Missandei</span></span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Time unknown</span></div><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">T</span></span>he Grand Admiral Ser Corlys Velaryon, despite his tender years, was one of the most trusted and most able military leaders Missandei knew. With Grey Worm now closer to his seventieth then sixtieth year and almost all of the officers of the original unsullied force raised by the Silver Queen in the winter of their life the young Velaryon marine was one of the brightest stars of Aemon's military empire Missandei thought. Just nineteen at the start of the war against New Ghis Corlys Velaryon had been one of the few naval commanders of the empire to emerge with his reputation untarnished after the spectacular naval failures of the war managing to secure a number of small scale victories against the better forces of New Ghis and eventually playing a key role in the amphibious invasion of New Ghis. That was six years ago, now Ser Corlys Velaryon was the newly appointed supreme commander of the navy and among only a handful of officers whom Missandei trusted totally and utterly without reservation.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">T</span></span>he fair haired Valyrian admiral was with Missandei in her private chambers at the apex of the pyramid reviewing the status of the imperial flotilla in Meereen as her servants announced the arrival of Mordonin Jaerator. Missandei nodded ponderously. One could say that the time could have been more opportune for an intervention in Qarth then right when Ghiscar was at the cusps of war with Mantarys, but such was the luck of the empire.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Send him in.""</span>Missandei ordered.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">T</span></span>urning to the admiral she gave him a polite nod and a warm smile.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Thank you for taking the time grand admiral Velaryon. I am most grateful, but now I must ask you to excuse me.""</span>She bid the Velaryon youth goodbye. As he departed Missandei walked towards a chair taking a seat as the Qartheen entered. She gave the man a courteous smile.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Mordonin Jaerator. How good to see you again. I hope you have found your stay in the Imperial Temple of R'hllor a pleasing experience?""</span>Said the vizier."
14891,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=500,2015-01-20T14:16:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Riliane Wendwater</span><br/><br/>""I've never thought about that."" Riliane admitted, pulling her head up from her knees a little. She saw that Lassa was crying and raised her arm, hoping to put it around Lassa to comfort her before remembering just who she was with and jerking her arm back. ""Sorry, I just want to comfort you but... I don't want to bother you."" Riliane said as an apology ""If Steffon does... And I don't think he will but if he does... Marry me."" Riliane could barely say the words ""He'll still be with you, it's just you'll occasionally see me in Storm's End too."""
14892,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=500,2015-01-20T14:43:00,New Granadeseret,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lassa Baratheon-Swann</span><br/><br/>Her tiny reserves of courage spent, Lassa reacted to the arm by scuttling away. Riliane's words were barely managing to pierce through the fog of fear and doubt, hostile feelings welling up towards the woman who, at least in her mind, seemed to want to take her brother away. Her eyes were wide, though hidden beneath her veil, the adrenal rush starting to make her feel a little dizzy. It took almost half a minute to piece what had been said to her together, the response an utterly broken mess of words.<br/><br/>""I should have known... he's getting to old to keep babysitting his kid sister."" She wince, the spite mostly directed at herself. ""I have to... but..."" the next word was unintelligible, choking off into a sob. ""I just... don't... don't hate us."""
14893,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=500,2015-01-20T15:30:00,Atletius,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Eddard Stark, Kings Landing</span><br/>Eddard turned quickly, seeing a knight bearing down on him.<br/>""Ah, Ser. Yes I am, I suppose I am enjoying them. As much as I can, but I yearn for the godwoods and forests and hills near home."" He stuck out a hand. ""Eddard. Stark. Ser... Dayne? Is it?""<br/>Eddard wasn't sure.<br/>""I suppose you're taking part in the tourney?""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Talia Stark</span><br/>Talia was confused. The two ladies with Baratheon had run soon after she and Elvina had arrived. She could understand Lady Baratheon leaving so soon... She'd heard... Things about her, poor girl, she'd heard she wasn't able to talk with people, and more besides.<br/>""Lord Baratheon. Are you okay? You look a bit ill. Would you like a drink?"""
14894,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=500,2015-01-20T16:56:00,Phalnia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ser Tomos Dayne<br/>The Tourney Grounds, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>Tomos took Eddard's hand firmly, and shook. The knight also dismounted his horse and stretched his legs. ""I know what you mean. Dorne has no godswoods, and only a few groupings of trees worthy of the title of forest, but I miss the Torentine, and smell of salt on the hot winds."" Tomos sighed, fondly recalling home.<br/><br/>""Yes, Tomos Dayne. It's a pleasure Eddard."" He paused at the Stark's next question. He looked back to the tourney grounds. ""I plan on it. If the thing ever gets started. Can I assume the same of you?"""
14895,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=500,2015-01-21T14:00:00,Krugmar,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">House Vaeleneos</span> <br/>Meereen - Great Pyramid<br/>Maelesa Vaeleneos, Lady of Mantarys</span></div><hr/><br/><br/>Maelesa had a hatred for legal systems, though she understood why they were needed. She hated the false words spun by serpentine lawyers, the copious amount of paperwork required and justice blinded by gold. She would dislike the Ghiscari system even more. She hated the idea of being tried by citizens, any manner of commoners could be deciding the guilt of a noblewoman descended from an ancient line, which to her was unacceptable. The choosing of the Judge seemed better to her, but she frowned when she heard that the inquisitor would have some input into the choice. She had no doubt that whoever she chose, no matter which citizens were selected, she would be found guilty by the corrupt and the sycophantic.<br/><br/>She paused for a few moments, thinking carefully about how to answer the Vizier's question.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Is this another trick?</span>she though, drumming her fingers slightly on the bench she was seated upon. She did not know whether the Vizier would use such words against her, until she had legal counsel she would not know. Hopefully they would allow her to be represented by someone of higher birth, preferably from Mantarys, should the trial even take place. She still placed hope in her brother saving her, though she was not deluded by fantasies. Talaemor may have been an excellent swordsman and a tried and tested general, but to face the might of the Empire would break even the mightiest. Even should he crush their armies, he would have to slay the dragon that the Emperor rode upon. This was a feat that she thought none capable of, though she did not fully rule it out possibly due to her fear, or hope for her future.<br/><br/>""I will wait until my lawyer arrives to answer that question, Vizier. I have not been trained to use legal language, and so I fear that no matter how I answer that question it will still be used against me in your court"" she said to Missandei. She did however give the Vizier a defiant look to answer her question. She was not sure whether that could be used as evidence, though she doubted the Vizier would bother bringing up how she had looked in the dungeons as further proof. Not that the Vizier really needed proof, the Censorate would spin lies and force the possibly good citizens into finding her guilty, and sweetly ask the lesser men to sentence her to death in return for gold bought with blood.<br/><br/>""But may I ask you something Vizier?"" she asked, but immediately carried on anyway. ""Have you officially declared war upon my husband yet? As I said I am not well versed in the legal side of things, yet I know that it is dishonourable to make surprise war against someone who is unprepared. Yet Ghiscari honour has always escaped me, it seems so different to that which the rest of the world practices"" she said, quite truthfully in fact. The Ghiscari had always been a very odd people to the Mantarines, following totally different customs and gods. Maelesa truly did not know whether their sense of honour was different, and therefore didn't realise that the Vizier may take her last statement as an insult."
14896,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=500,2015-01-21T15:06:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Riliane Wendwater</span><br/><br/>Riliane was taken aback by Lassa's reaction and almost completely lost her patience with the woman. She had tried to be kind and comforting but Lassa had thrown it back in her face. Riliane studied the woman for a second, debating with herself whether or not to just abandon her.<br/><br/>""No he still loves you."" Riliane said, trying one last time to comfort the girl. ""He won't abandon you ever, not even if he marries me; you'll still be his priority. And no I don't hate you, I'm trying to calm you down and make you feel better."""
14897,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=500,2015-01-21T15:47:00,New Granadeseret,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lassa Baratheon-Swann</span><br/><br/>Those words... that were what finally managed to ring clear in her ears. She just had needed to hear that, to be assured her fears were unfounded from the mouth of somebody who had no reason to lie to her. Slowly but surely, the sobbing soft, her breathing still a little unsteady but otherwise on the cusp of being normal. She actually offered Riliane a slight smile.<br/><br/>""I'm sorry. But, thank you."" Her voice dripped with gratitude as she spoke, hugging tightly around her legs. ""I didn't mean to scare you. You're just not familiar."" Its, its hard to control myself."" She glanced back and forth, making sure nobody had moved aside the flaps or was standing to close, as she whispered something to the kind girl in hopes of making up for her patience.<br/><br/>""If you really want to keep his attention... read a book he has and discuss it with him. He loves it far more than he cares to admit."" She revealed, hoping that little personal tidbit would earn her some forgiveness."
14898,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=500,2015-01-23T13:36:00,Toronina,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Brynden Blackwood</span><br/><br/>Brynden waited for the Melee to start off. He was getting impatient, and did not like waiting. ""Start this bloody tourney already."" He yelled out, hoping that he could fight soon"
14899,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=500,2015-01-25T17:02:00,Majestic Draconia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Prince Deren Martell<br/>Tourney Grounds</span><br/><br/>The Rhoynar prince rose to his feet. Deren was growing bored with waiting for the tourney to start. All around him nobles were mingling and knights on the field were growing impatient. Deren stepped down through the stands, unconcerned about his seat, it wasn't very good after all. Eventually, Prince Deren reached the bottom and was able to take long steps. Each one stretched his compressed muscles and was such sweet relief.<br/><br/>With his legs feeling much better Deren looked around to see where he had ended up.<span style=""font-style: italic"">A food tent, eh? I could go for a drink.</span>He opened the flap and stepped inside. He ordered a skin of wine and payed the attendant. Moments later he was standing back outside, bringing the skin to his mouth. He let out a sigh as the wine passed over his tongue and down his throat.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Arbor Gold.</span>He bore no ill will against the vintage, but every time he left Dorne he was bombarded with Arbor wines, it made a man long for the familiarity of home. He walked back towards the stands, reluctantly drinking the wine he had purchased. He changed course when he noticed one of the men he had arrived with attempting to catch the prince's attention.<br/><br/>""Yes, Ser Quinn?"" The prince had closed the distance between them and now stood next to the spearman.<br/><br/>""My prince, I thought it prudent to tell you. His Grace Aerion Targaryen, plans to compete in the melee today."" Whispered the man.<br/><br/>""Compete in the tournament held in his honor? A bit peculiar, wouldn't you say?""<br/><br/>""Yes, my liege.""<br/><br/>""Thank you for telling me, ser."" The Prince turned to return to the stands, but stopped. ""If you find out anything else, come to directly to me.""<br/><br/>""Of course.""<br/><br/>Deren Martell returned to the stands. His mind was abuzz with thoughts."
14900,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=500,2015-01-26T19:50:00,Arana,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Tourney Grounds, King's Landing, Crownlands<br/>Aerion I Targaryen, King of the Andals, the Rhoynar, and the First Men, Lord of the Seven Kingdoms</span><br/><br/>Aerion stared after his betrothed as she walked off. He could tell he was blushing, despite his efforts not to, and he couldn't help but feel aroused. She was beautiful, that he couldn't deny. Her hair was like fire, and her skin was pale and beautiful... even when she was out of sight, thinking of what she might have planned for him made him heat up. He'd been waiting over a decade to finally be in bed with her... he just had to wait one more night. He quickly pushed those shots out of his head as he saw Lady Margaery approaching... she was like a second mother to him, and it felt wrong to be thinking such thoughts about her daughter in her presence.<br/><br/>""Greetings, my lady. I regret not being able to see more of you yesterday. I enjoy having your company.""<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Novae Vitae wrote:</cite>""And I, yours,"" Margaery replied. She smiled lightly at him. ""I see you plan on participating in the tourney . . . but I wished to speak with you about something else.""<br/>She turned to the Kingsguard present. Here the legality of ordering them away was somewhat trickery, and Margaery did not want to risk a scene. ""May we walk alone, Your Grace?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Aerion smiled, and stroked under Aerax's chin. The little dragon was fond of Margaery as well, and shot a tiny jet of fire in the air to impress her.<br/>""Of course, my lady.""<br/><br/>Turning, Aerion looked at his two guards.<br/><br/>""Ser Aemon, Dame Brienne. You two should go get ready for the melee and the joust. I would like to speak to Lady Margaery in private.""<br/><br/>The two knights looked at each other in silence for a moment, before reluctantly leaving.<br/><br/>""Now then, what did you wish to speak to me about?""<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Novae Vitae wrote:</cite>Margaery attained a more seriously demeanor, placing her hands together near her stomach. Her massive sleeves swirled about her and gave herself an air of mystique.<br/><br/>""My regency will be over soon,"" Margaery replied. ""Gods be good, I shall not be required to reassume it. While I trust that I shall always find a welcome place at court""--Margaery had made quite sure of that by courtier opinion--""you will now be a dominate force in the court. But you will need a strong Hand, to make your reign more legitimate. Do you have anyone in mind?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Aerion frowned, and looked down at his feet.<br/><br/>""You have done a wonderful job during your regency, my lady... I am beyond grateful for everything you have done over the years. You have helped Westeros through hard times... and you have helped me as well.""<br/><br/>Looking up, Aerion contemplated everything that had happened lately. He did need a Hand, that much was obvious. The question was who that Hand should be. She could have be his Hand, or Loras... but then, he had many vassals that it wouldn't hurt to placate as well.<br/><br/>""I am aware, my lady. But, if you would not mind, I would like to know if you have any suggestions.""<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Novae Vitae wrote:</cite>Margaery smiled at Aerion. She did think of him as something like a son, and she had seen him mature so well . . . but he was still a pawn, and the game left no room for feelings, for emotion.<br/><br/>""You must draw your factions firmly,"" Margaery replied. ""Lannister and Tyrell are forever yours, while Arryn, Stark, and Tully are against you. Martell would be a battle to win to our side, so they must otherwise be disconsidered. That leaves Lord Baratheon and Lord Greyjoy. I suppose Loras could be made Hand as well, but you can only water a rose so much.""<br/><br/>Margaery paused. ""Put in your position, I would only flatter Greyjoy with Master of Ships. He has made too few waves, as it might be said--and his reputation is fearsomely against the Starks. He will be a symbol, not an actual player. That would, by all forms of logic, make Baratheon your Hand. Yet I fear he may lack the experience.""<br/><br/>Margaery herself considered. Making Loras (or herself, for that matter) Hand would look like a gesture far in favor of the Tyrells, which would only stir resistance . . . but they seemed to be amongst the most competent. ""I think the choice should be yours, Your Grace. Loras is more competent, from what I've heard, but it would be dishonest to say the Tyrells need winning over. As for the Baratheon, he would be a good symbol, but of how much use I cannot say.<br/><br/>""The question is: Do you think you can rule the whole of the realm without the help of a Hand?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""I fear I cannot, my lady. A strong Hand is what I need... somebody who I can trust.""<br/><br/>After thinking for a moment, Aerion frowned.<br/><br/>""Lord Baratheon seems like he would make an excellent Hand... the one issue is his red god.""<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Novae Vitae wrote:</cite>Margaery pursed her brow heavily. Lord Baratheon had been mentioned, true--but he was the incompetent Hand, and Loras otherwise. Had she not made that clear enough?<br/><br/>She would humor Aerion. ""Very well. Pray tell me--what will make Lord Baratheon a good Hand? And his Red God makes little matter. Starks and Greyjoys have been Hands before, and they do not have our God-of-Seven-Aspects.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""I am aware, my lady, but the Old Gods and the Drowned God have rather large followings in the North and the Iron Isles, respectively. Many see the Red God as a demon, and remember how his priestess burned the statues of the Seven on Dragonstone years ago.""<br/><br/>Pondering that, he continued.<br/><br/>""As for Lord Baratheon, as you said, his family, aside from House Greyjoy, is the only major house that I have a chance at winning to my side. His appointment would win over the Stormlands, and not many would be opposed to it. Besides, Lord Steffon seems capable enough, and I know you and Lord Tyrell will always be there to assist if he or I needs advice.""<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Novae Vitae wrote:</cite>""A fair enough point, but few and fewer still she Lord Baratheon as the militant his grandfather was. Devout, yes . . . but there is a difference between devotion and dedication.""<br/><br/>Margaery waved her hand, as though to shoo the topic away.<br/><br/>""Indeed, I said just that. But you said you required a strong Hand. I shall ask you in simpler terms: what makes you think Lord Baratheon is capable? Do not tell that he is; tell me why.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Well, Lord Steffon is a scholar. Most likely this would make him intelligent, as well as very knowledgeable about the kingdom. He seems to have led the Stormlands well enough. Besides, he seems like he'd be more useful here than in Storm's End, whereas Lord Tyrell would be useful to have in Highgarden.""<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Novae Vitae wrote:</cite>""The last time a scholar was made Hand of the King, it was so the whole of the city could be burned down. Lord Steffon is knowledgeable, yes, but so were you when you were two-and-ten. He has had strong counsel backing him, but a strong counselor that does not make.""<br/><br/>Margaery nearly bristled at his last statement. ""I fail to see entirely how Lord Loras could be of any use in Highgarden. Shall he water flowers for use, while your scholast by banal action sets about ruling through the casual institution of neither steadfast nor aggressive but passive resistance.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Aerion stiffened at Margaery's response. He had expected her to be critical of him, but she almost seemed angry...<br/><br/>""My lady, would you care to explain how Lord Tyrell would be a better Hand? I value him as an advisor, and if he would prefer to stay in King's Landing than to return to Highgarden, I'm certain there's room for him on the Small Council, or, if not that, then simply advising me.""<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Novae Vitae wrote:</cite>""You have avoided my question, Your Grace, but I shall concede to you the point nonetheless,"" Margaery replied. She had not expected Aerion to be so poor in his defense of Steffon; in fact, she may have preferred Steffon to Loras--but Aerion needed to understand why, and he did a poor job of that.<br/><br/>""Loras would be a better hand because he has the people,"" Margaery replied. ""The smallfolk ended Rhaenyra's war. The smallfolk defied Maegor the Cruel. The smallfolk turned my second husband into nothing. The smallfolk make us, and the smallfolk break us--and Loras has them in the palm of his hand. Your Hand is as much a symbol as he is an advisor, and Loras is both.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Looking at the time, Aerion sighed.<br/><br/>""I suppose, although we seem to be popular enough with the smallfolk already. But enough of this for now... I believe it is beyond time for the tourney to begin. If you have nothing else to say, I suggest you find a seat and relax.""<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Novae Vitae wrote:</cite>""Oh, I have much more to say, Your Grace,"" Margaery said, ""but I can respect the position of your better idea and will leave you to begin the tourney. I hope very much that we shall see each other later. Until then, good day."" Margaery dipped into her curtsy and departed.<br/><br/>How foolish that boy could be! He thought he had the people, but how many would flock to Aemon? In the eyes of the pious, he was the spawn of incest; and in the eyes of the wise, he was a boy. As if he had the people! What ludicrously. Perhaps he was liked by the smallfolk, but they knew he thought himself better. Loras, from what she had heard, was different. He had protected them from brigands and danced at their festivals, bedded their women and, if the rumors were true, fathered a bastard by them. He did not make the smallfolk like him; he had made himself one of them.<br/><br/>Margaery made way to Loras's tent instead. She would speak to him shortly.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Margaery seemed... unpleased with Aerion, but that was a matter for another time. It's not like it was his fault that he wasn't the best at making decisions... was it? It wasn't as if he had chosen not to rule, but Margaery and the Small Council had done everything for him so far. Frowning, Aerion brushed the thought aside. Looking over to a guard, he nodded, and the guard yelled out.<br/><br/>""Attention! Please take your places for the beginning of the melee!""<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Castle Black, The Wall, The Night's Watch<br/>Raven Snow</span><br/><br/>Raven stopped, and turned to look back at the Lord Commander and First Ranger. Shadow, watching the two closely, nudged Raven's hand, and the boy knelt to scratch under his chin.<br/><br/>""M'lord... I'm telling you everything I saw.""<br/><br/>The man, apparently the First Ranger, seemed to be judging his story, and it made the boy nervous. Nervousness, however, would have been natural in that situation, so he hugged Shadow around the neck and shuddered a little.<br/><br/>""The ones who died... they came back to life, except they had glowing eyes and... and they ate parts of anyone they got their hands on... the ones who didn't come back were reduced to nothing but bits of flesh clinging to bones. I... it...""<br/><br/>Gagging, Raven held his stomach, bending over as he did so.<br/><br/>""I'm sorry, m'lord... it's hard to talk about it...""<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Kosrak, Lhazar, Ghiscari Empire<br/>Viserys Targaryen, Khal of the Great Grass Sea</span><br/><br/>There had been some doubt in Viserys's mind as to whether his more... straightforward approach would have worked, but evidently, it had. He would have expected an emperor to be more receptive to the more polite, courtly way of speaking that he had been using before. But then, he should have expected Aemon to be different. The blood of the dragon flowed through him, and with it came the boldness of his parents. Most likely, had he inherited their mother's khalasar instead of Viserys, he would have made a great khal.<br/><br/>""Thank you, Brother. With the wealth of the Reach, my people will be satisfied for years, and the Tyrells and their cronies Redwyne and Hightower will pay for their sins. The only downside is that there won't be much for you to rule after we're there.""<br/><br/>At that, Viserys chuckled. As his mind slowly started to slip into Drogon, the thought made him feel excited, hungry even... he pushed it aside as hunger for loot and blood, but the dragon had a different kind of hunger. How ironic... the lords of the Reach had slain two dragons and taken another prisoner, only to be slain by dragons themselves.<br/><br/>""But of course. At least it won't be boring. We have some of the best soldiers in the world, and the three greatest dragons in existence, not to mention three smaller ones. Other than ships, which can be obtained, there is only one issue I see making such a war difficult; by that of course I mean our baby brother, held by the Tyrells in King's Landing. I fear he will refuse to submit to you, the true king of Westeros, either through his own desire to be king or because his head has been stuffed with roses and lies. Perhaps afterwards I can take him under my wing... teach him the ways of Mother's people. But that is a matter for after we've won.""<br/><br/>Smiling down at the khalasar below them, Viserys sighed.<br/><br/>""Of course I do. I rarely spend a night alone, and my people mate like animals, whenever the desire comes to them. There are already a few little dragons running around camp, two boys and a girl, unless there are others I don't know about. The three of them already show promise... Rhaego, the oldest of them, is only five, and yet it's already clear he'll be a fighter. And yet, I still want an actual bride... perhaps it has to do with my childhood in Westeros, but I wish to have a beautiful girl of noble birth, like I would have had if I had remained in King's Landing. Enough of this for now though. I must go rally my riders. Farewell, for now.""<br/><br/>Grinning at how everything had turned out, Viserys flew down to his waiting khalasar, all of them ready for battle.<br/><br/>""My people, we will not be fighting here. For now,we are off to Meereen. The dragon emperor has promised us the Reach when he regains his kingdom, and that wealth will last for many of our lifetimes. Find your families. We leave as soon as possible.""<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Meereen, Ghiscari Empire<br/>Viserys Targaryen, Khal of the Great Grass Sea</span><br/><br/>It had taken some time, but eventually, Viserys and his khalasar had reached Meereen. At the sides of the young khal rode his bloodriders, as well as the eldest of his children, Rhaego. In Westeros, he would have been considered a bastard, but the Dothraki did not see him that way. The boy was clearly a young dragon; despite his dark skin, his eyes shone violet, and his short braid was as silver as his father's. Most likely, he would take over after Viserys's death, unless he could find himself a bride.<br/><br/>Unlike the usual attire worn by the Dothraki, consisting of simple pants and a vest or shirt, today Viserys, his bloodriders, and his young son wore fine silks, given as tribute by the Pentoshi and the Myrmen. It wasn't quite the Dothraki style, but it couldn't hurt to look royal for the Ghiscari. The banners carried by his men, black with the red Targaryen dragon and a gold stallion, fluttered in the breeze. From a distance, the khalasar might have looked like a professional army, but up close, the differences could be seen.<br/><br/>Now, he just needed to wait to be admitted into the city."
14901,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=500,2015-01-26T20:27:00,Phalnia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ser Tomos Dayne<br/>Tourney Grounds</span><br/><br/>Tomos turned his head. A guard had announced that the melee was about to begin. ""Forgive me Eddard. I have to take my position."" He nodded to the northman and mounted his horse. The horse whinnied and pawed the ground, anxious as always. The knight patted her side and urged her forward. When he found a spot he liked he stopped his horse and motioned for his squire.<br/><br/>The boy hurried over and looked up at Ser Tomos. ""Help me with the sword boy."" He motioned to his back with his head. His squire nodded and eagerly reached up to unstrap the blade. Tomos took the hilt in his hand and brought the sword forward laying it across his lap. It was light for a greatsword and incredibly sharp. It had been described as being similar to valyrian steel, yet different. It shone brighter than any metal Tomos new of and had none of the ripples valyrian steel had.<br/><br/>Tomos noticed that his squire was still standing nearby. ""Go stand off to the side and keep your eyes open. Some of the greatest fighters in the Seven Kingdoms are here."" The squire nodded and rushed off the field. Ser Tomos took a few practice swing with the sword, limbering his arms for the battle."
14902,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=500,2015-01-26T20:44:00,Toronina,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ser Hobber Redwyne</span><br/><br/>Back in his tent, Hobber was putting on his armour, his squires helping him put it on. He was preparing for the joust, some of his brothers getting ready themselves. Luthor and Ryma were tall men, but not as tall as their eldest brother. Hobber was 6 and 3 Inches tall, quite tall for someone his age. He saw that his gelding was ready and mounted the horse when he got outside, but not before giving his father a hug. Horas Redwyne was not a man who used his children to further his own needs, and cared deeply for their safety. He rode off towards the fields, ready to start off the joust.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ser Mace Redwyne</span><br/><br/>Mace was ready to start off the Melee. Runceford had come back on his horse, having not found any other Tyrell bannermen. He hoped that any they found would be willing to help them out, as they set forth, ready to win the Melee."
14903,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=500,2015-01-27T05:01:00,Of the Quendi,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;"">The Ghiscari Empire</span><br/>The City of Kosrak, in the Free Province of Lhazar<br/>Under the sovereignty of Aemon the Magnificent Targaryen</span></span><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://img2.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20120317181433/asoiaf/zh/images/d/d2/House_Targaryen_crest.PNG""/><br/><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Aemon Targaryen</span></span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">The Day of the Battle of Kosrak</span></div><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">A</span></span>s he watched his brother descend towards his khalasar, the crisis averted and an alliance Aemon had not wanted concluded, the emperor felt the rage that had kept him going recede as fatigue and exhaustion took its place. He had hardly been asleep for two whole days rushing from Meereen to Kosrak to save the city. A seething fury at himself and his Lhazareen commanders for the abject failure the imperial frontier defenses had proven to be made the emperor see blood and fire for his eyes. The whole point of the annexation of the Dothraki March to the north of the Skahadzaban river was to create a buffer zone between Lhazar proper and the Dothraki. Yet neither it, the sizable cavalry companies stationed in Lhazar, the ford defenses or the legions had managed to even delay Viserys.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">T</span></span>he result he saw beneath him. A sadness filled Aemon as he watched Kosrak, its hinterlands plundered and burned and the city itself in chaos. Only the Kosrak fort had managed to put up a credible defense and thousands of Lhazareen had suffered from the raid. It incensed the emperor. So much so that he could feel a Rhaegal reacting to it. Only one thin could enrage Aemon as the betrayal of kin and that was his own failings and shortcomings, and Kosrak presented the most massive such failing since Point Ghozai.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">C</span></span>asting a gaze at his brother who now seemed to gather his horde and lead it away, back north Aemon sighed. It seemed the verbose khal had gotten the last word in the end. Viserys's final remarks about the multitude of his offspring had hit a nerve Aemon had to admit. After more than a decade of marriage, after bedding half his harem and taking three wives Aemon still had but a single daughter to show for it. If he died in the west, something he did not fear for himself, what would become of his empire and his people? Viserys would never rule it Aemon knew. He would never allow that. Aerion? Even if he was no rose, no doubt he would favor Westeros over Ghiscar. Though Aemon had no intention of letting Viserys make a horse lord of a rose that ought be a dragon he did not quite know what to make of his baby brother in the west. Twelve years was a long time. The toddler was a man now, with a dragon hatched. Soon he would think of marriage, no doubt a Rose filled with thorns or a Lannister bastard, and be bound even tighter to his captors.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">T</span></span>he emperor sighed. These matters was for the future. For the nonce Aemon had the somber task of assuaging the fears of his Lhazareen subjects whom he had promised should never again while the empire stood fear the Dothraki horse lords. With a heavy heart the emperor began his descent towards his terrorized city.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;"">The Ghiscari Empire</span><br/>The Imperial City of Meereen, in the Bay of Ghiscari<br/>Under the sovereignty of Aemon the Magnificent Targaryen</span></span><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d4/GhisHarpie.png""/><br/><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lady Missandei</span></span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">The day of the Battle of Kosrak</span></div><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">M</span></span>issandei was caught completely of guard when Lady Maelesa, slick and cunning, rebuked Missandei's question. Flabbergasted the Grand Vizier was for a moment struck by silence. Then a grunt of laughter escaped her. It seemed the Vaeleneos woman learned quickly to guard her words, perhaps she might even become the consummate courtier one day Missandei thought shaking her head in amusement.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Of course Maelesa Vaeleneos, as you please. I intend to testify that you committed treason in words regardless of what you here tell me but if you prefer to consult with your lawyer before speaking further on this matter I shall not deprive you of that right.""</span>The Grand Vizier chuckled.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">R</span></span>ecomposing herself as the Valyrian woman asked about a declaration of war, a matter more serious then the legal debacles of Maelesa of Mantarys Missandei's laughter died out.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""It is dishonorable in the empire to go to war against most adversaries without declaration of war.""</span>Missandei said.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""We make an exception for pirates and Khalasars that are themselves dishonorable, and quite difficult to communicate with at that, but if the empire where to go to war with your city it would indeed need a declaration of war.""</span>Missandei said.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Your brother will not be attacked before a declaration of war has been offered.""</span>Missandei said.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">T</span></span>he statement, true as it was, however hid Missandei's true intentions. Indeed she knew the emperor would not suffer it if Ghiscar went to war without issuing a formal declaration. But that didn't mean that Missandei could not order a large army to march on Mantarys and attack any attempts at stopping it. In fact nothing stopped Missandei from winning the war without ever declaring it. Mantarys was a vassal state of the Empire, if Missandei was to order its legions to be disbanded, its territory to be handed over and its prince to come to Meereen and answer charges of treason any refusal to do so was all the declaration of war Missandei needed.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">R</span></span>evealing some of these thoughts the Grand Vizier spoke;<span style=""font-style: italic"">""But I suspect it will be your brother's declaration that will spark this war.""</span>She declared.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;"">The Ghiscari Empire</span><br/>The Imperial City of Meereen, in the Bay of Ghiscari<br/>Under the sovereignty of Aemon the Magnificent Targaryen</span></span><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://img2.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20120317181433/asoiaf/zh/images/d/d2/House_Targaryen_crest.PNG""/><br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Aemon Targaryen</span></span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Three days after the Battle of Kosrak</span></div><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">A</span></span>red dawn greeted the return of the Dragonemperor to Meereen on the early morrow of the third day after the battle of Kosrak. Rising above the sandstone mountains behind him the sun send its reddish rays down upon the great city and its magnificent pyramid as the emperor returned. Gazing down upon it Aemon felt some of the unrest that plagued him recede. Home it was not, no more than King's Landing or Dragonstone was it, but it was the city where his family and his friends dwelled. If it was one of the last times the emperor would gaze upon the grand Ghiscari city before departing it for years to war in the west he wanted to savor the moment and enjoy the vista for a moment.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">B</span></span>ut just for a moment. The affairs of the empire waited for no man, not even a dragon. Despite the early hours Aemon effortlessly slipped into Rhaegal's mind, feeling at once invigorated as his exhaustion and fatigue was dispelled by the inexhaustible strength and stamina of the mighty dragon, and roared at the city, announcing his arrival. Slipping out of Rhaegal once more, lingering but for a moment in the power and might of the dragon before resuming frail human form the emperor descended upon the city.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">T</span></span>he cheers of the citizenry warmed his heart as he came close enough to hear it. Despite the early hours many citizens already flocked in the streets and many more, presumably just awoken by the roar, leaned out of their windows greeting their dragon emperor's coming. Would the small folk of Westeros cheer when Aemon landed an army on their shores he wondered? Or would they cry?<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">A</span></span>s he gently landed Rhaegal on the side of the great pyramid at the apex and dismounted the dragon Aemon dispelled the thought from his mind. By blood and birthright he was the one true king of the Seven Kingdoms, if the small folk failed to cheer he owed them nought and their suffering was not the work of his armies but of those who had treacherously usurped his throne. The Dragon would not be denied his prize by Roses and Lions and much less by the tears of commoners and lowborn serfs.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">A</span></span>s the emperor entered the apex of the pyramid, leaving Rhaegal to its own devices for a moment, a dark skinned middle aged woman scurried towards him from within the apex chambers. Missandei. The small Naathi woman with her golden eyes and greying dark hair bowed humbly before Aemon.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Your Majesty.""</span>She spoke in a hushed and solemn voice.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Grand Vizier.""</span>Aemon formally replied, barely bothering to take notice of his most faithful aide as he walked through the chamber, Missandei falling in line behind him.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""How fares the Empire in Our absence?""</span>The Emperor inquired.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">F</span></span>or a moment the Grand Vizier was uncharacteristically silent.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""... Well.""</span>She spoke with a hesitance that alerted Aemon to trouble.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""There are quite a few things that require Your Majesty's urgent attention, if Your Majesty would just ...""</span>The vizier began, being cut short by Aemon's commandeering voice.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Unless the Empire is on the cusps of collapse I will tend to these matters later Grand Vizier. For the nonce I wish to bathe, to dine, to change my clothing and if at all possible to sleep. And I wish for the imperial family to be convened anon in my chambers. You may attend to me in my bath if the urgency of your news require my immediate attention, if not convene a grand council within two hours.""</span>The Emperor ordered. Missandei bowed meekly.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Your will my command, Your Majesty.""</span>She spoke solemnly."
14904,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=500,2015-01-27T09:35:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Riliane Wendwater</span><br/><br/>A breakthrough had been made! Riliane was suddenly a lot less angry with Lassa. She had finally broke down her defenses, and she had seen how close Steffon and Lassa were; it was crucial to be able to coexist with Lassa. It wasn't all good news however. Riliane hated reading and wasn't looking forward to the prospect of having to do it to appease Steffon. Still she smiled brightly at Lassa. ""Thank you for that information my lady, should we head back to lord Steffon?"""
14905,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=500,2015-01-27T13:34:00,Diliath,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Quendi""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Of the Quendi <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=23204536#p23204536"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;"">The Ghiscari Empire</span><br/>The Imperial City of Meereen, in the Bay of Ghiscari<br/>Under the sovereignty of Aemon the Magnificent Targaryen</span></span><br/><br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d4/GhisHarpie.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lady Missandei</span></span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Time unknown</span></div><br/><hr/> <br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">T</span></span>he Grand Admiral Ser Corlys Velaryon, despite his tender years, was one of the most trusted and most able military leaders Missandei knew. With Grey Worm now closer to his seventieth then sixtieth year and almost all of the officers of the original unsullied force raised by the Silver Queen in the winter of their life the young Velaryon marine was one of the brightest stars of Aemon's military empire Missandei thought. Just nineteen at the start of the war against New Ghis Corlys Velaryon had been one of the few naval commanders of the empire to emerge with his reputation untarnished after the spectacular naval failures of the war managing to secure a number of small scale victories against the better forces of New Ghis and eventually playing a key role in the amphibious invasion of New Ghis. That was six years ago, now Ser Corlys Velaryon was the newly appointed supreme commander of the navy and among only a handful of officers whom Missandei trusted totally and utterly without reservation. <br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">T</span></span>he fair haired Valyrian admiral was with Missandei in her private chambers at the apex of the pyramid reviewing the status of the imperial flotilla in Meereen as her servants announced the arrival of Mordonin Jaerator. Missandei nodded ponderously. One could say that the time could have been more opportune for an intervention in Qarth then right when Ghiscar was at the cusps of war with Mantarys, but such was the luck of the empire. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""Send him in.""</span> Missandei ordered. <br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">T</span></span>urning to the admiral she gave him a polite nod and a warm smile. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""Thank you for taking the time grand admiral Velaryon. I am most grateful, but now I must ask you to excuse me.""</span> She bid the Velaryon youth goodbye. As he departed Missandei walked towards a chair taking a seat as the Qartheen entered. She gave the man a courteous smile. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""Mordonin Jaerator. How good to see you again. I hope you have found your stay in the Imperial Temple of R'hllor a pleasing experience?""</span> Said the vizier.</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/>Mordonin bowed and nodded. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Yes t was a very exciting experience, thank you for asking. I have come to tell you that the first 5 ships from the brotherhood have arrived tor the soldiers to Qarth so I've come to ask or you're still willing to help me, looking on your situation with Mantarys.</span>"" As he had finished his question did he look at Missandei, knowing that his crown was standing upon her response."
14906,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=500,2015-01-27T17:13:00,Novae Vitae,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Paramount Loras Tyrell<br/>The Tourney Grounds, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>Loras made his way to the melee with arms on his person, searching for the Hightowers along the way. He would not make contact with Sir Eagle, but he would form his position with the Hightowers immediately. It would due poorly to be separated from them; Ryndar and Olyvar were both renowned fighters, and with them he was confident that he would be able to occupy the surrounding. Would he win? Gods, no--but Aerion wouldn't either, and that would only serve to prove his point.<br/><br/>As he neared the grounds on which the melee would take place, he noticed Margaery approaching. ""Dearest aunt,"" he said, smiling at her. He knew little of her person and she littler of him, but it could not do well to make of her a foe.<br/><br/>""We must speak later,"" Margaery replied, and, without saying more, she continued on her way.<br/><br/>Loras did the same, moving towards the grounds and hoping quite deeply that the Hightowers would appear at his side soon.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lady Elvina the Rosebud<br/>The Tourney Grounds, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>""Oh, it looks as if they're beginning,"" Elvina said to Steffon and Talia, hoping to break the mood that had arisen. ""Lord Steffon, I do hope that you'll stay--perhaps, when you find her, you can tell your sister of all the things she's missing, so she doesn't feel as though we've forgotten her.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">First Ranger Satin<br/>Castle Black, the Wall</span><br/><br/>The boy was lying--Gods, how he knew the boy was lying. He had seen Others and killed them too, he had fought against wrights and burnt his brothers so that they didn't change. What the boy said happened, didn't happen. But he knew, somewhere deep in his mind, that he couldn't say that aloud.<br/><br/>He ignored the boy, turning to his Lord Commander. ""Sir,"" he said, speaking quickly and quietly, ""mayhaps it's best if we stop questioning the boy now . . . but let me take him as a steward. I can keep a close eye on him."" On that thought, Satin flicked his gaze back over the boy, whom was so close to the wolf.<br/><br/>""And he and that wolf ought be separated for some time. I have an idea I must needs test,"" Satin said. His mind could not help but go back to the white beast that had prowled beside Jon Snow, Gods protect him."
14907,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=500,2015-01-27T18:00:00,New Granadeseret,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lassa Baratheon-Swann</span><br/>Everything seemed to be calming down... Lassa taking the moment to seize control of her flaring instincts as letting out the information made her feel almost relieved. In the dark, she stood up, tabbing the tear trails away from her face. ""Of course..."" she said, taking a few steps towards the light of the open world. ""He must be worried about me... I hope he isen't too mad."" She whispered the last part to herself, as she lead the way out into the open fields; much less packed now that everybody was hugging the arena field tightly, the melee on the cusp of beginning.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Steffon Baratheon-Swann</span><br/><br/>Elvina's words pulled him away from his dedicated search; unable to move well in the crowded stands but up on his tiptoes, craning his neck to get the best view possible. At the time, he'd barely noticed, scholarly focus kicking in as he ignored all the distractions around him to focuson his task, but now he realized it might be rather silly. ""Of course I'm staying."" He assured her, sitting down in consideration for those behind them, keeping a hand resting on both his sides; saving the seats in case Lassa or Riliane returned. ""She probably just needed to get some air... it is a little stuffy around here."""
14908,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=500,2015-01-27T18:22:00,Novae Vitae,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lady Elvina the Rosebud<br/>The Tourney Grounds, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>""Certainly, certainly,"" Elvina said. ""I often have the same problem when surrounded by a court. I'm sure your sister will be most grateful that you did not miss the events on her account.""<br/><br/>Elvina smiled, almost genuinely, and turned to Talia. ""Lady Stark, are any members of your family going to be in the tourney?""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lady Margaery Tyrell, the Thorny Queen<br/>The Red Keep, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>She was being cautious. Nothing more, simply being cautious. She was Queen Regent and by her right she could make a proclamation. This proclamation was perhaps a bit more complex . . . and, perhaps, before a few lesser men. But they were valid lords all the same, safe to witness what she said.<br/><br/>""Sir Ormund Oldflowers, Sir Arys Osgrey,"" Margaery called out from the Iron Throne, ""Sir Garth Yelshire, Sir Addam Lyberr, Sir Harlan Graves: do you hereby accept that you are witness to this new declaration; that you will affirm your seal to it; and that you will follow and enforce the tenants of this declaration?""<br/><br/>""Yes, Your Grace,"" the men--essential hedge knights totally her pawns--chorused back to her. Margaery smiled beside herself. What she was doing was not technically illegal, nor did she act in a coup . . . but it was not the most elegant form of politics either. She unrolled the parchment from her hand. It read:<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div><span style=""font-weight: bold"">By the Declaration of His Grace Aerion of the House Targaryen, First of His Name, King of the Andals and the Firstmen, the Rhoynar, Lord of the Seven Kingdoms, and the Protector of the Realm,<br/>And His Queen Regent, Margaery of the House Tyrell, Lady of Highgarden,</span><br/><br/>It shall be confirmed that when a King does reach the age of maturity, to lessen the burden of His reign and to ensure that He does not misunderstand the nature of His vassals, that his former Regent's permission shall, for half the span of the Regency, be required for the instatement of any man or woman to the small council, Kingsguard, or other office of His Grace the King, including the position of Hand of the King.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Margaery ushered the man forward and presented them with their seals, one-by-one, until five witnesses had been made and the declaration made official.<br/><br/>And the six people of in the throne room dispersed, Margaery taking care to hide the declaration in a secure place. The five were sworn to silence, on threat of death."
14909,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=500,2015-01-28T11:52:00,Of the Quendi,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;"">The Ghiscari Empire</span><br/>The Imperial City of Meereen, in the Bay of Ghiscari<br/>Under the sovereignty of Aemon the Magnificent Targaryen</span></span><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://img2.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20120317181433/asoiaf/zh/images/d/d2/House_Targaryen_crest.PNG""/><br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Aemon Targaryen</span></span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Early morning the third day after the Battle of Kosrak</span></div><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">I</span></span>n a trance like state Aemon felt the taste of the blood of the ox as he ate it simultaneously with the sensation of the warm water heating his body and the work of keen hands massaging his shoulders. Between his bath in Meereen and his hunt on the northern banks of the Skahadzaban he could scarcely tell where dragon ended and human began or vice versa. Both the devouring of the slain ox and the feel of the warm bath felt equally real and equally surreal. Formless, at once present and not present, Aemon's mind drifted from dragon to human and he knew not which he favored or where he belonged. He was at the same time both and neither. His curse or his blessing.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">M</span></span>obilizing his willpower Aemon pulled back from Rhaegal leaving the dragon to slaughter and feast upon wild oxen and opened his eyes, his human eyes, finding a concerned Missandei gazing at him. For a moment the dragon emperor knew not why his Grand Vizier was staring at him with a concern. For a very brief moment he failed to recognize her. Then he sighed.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""It has not yet been five days since I departed Meereen and in that brief span of time you have managed to get me embroiled in a war I have spent years trying to avoid Grand Vizier. Would you understand if I am displeased?""</span>Aemon spoke.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">T</span></span>he Naathi had the decency too at least look ashamed. Though she had been back and forth she had for quite a long time been a grudging and sceptic member of the war party calling for the conquest and annexation of Mantarys.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""I do Your Majesty.""</span>Missandei replied.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""But as I have often enough said I do not share, nor understand your preference for peace with this dastardly people who mock your glory, shame your mother's brilliance and take your lenience for weakness. All the same as I know Your Majesty's wish for peace I have discussed the grievances of the Vaeleneos family with our prisoner to ascertain if a peaceful solution could have been found. As R'hllor is my witness no such solution exists. Nothing but independence will appease the Vaeleneos, if even that would truly suffice.""</span>The Grand Vizier spoke.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">A</span></span>emon coldly cut his vizier of with an imperious gesture, rising from his bath. The emperor stepped out of the grand basin he had taken his bath in. The bath had awakened his weary body quite and with the taste of blood on his lips and reddish skin warmed by water that would have burned an ordinary man the emperor was in no mood for apologies.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""It is not for you to try to understand my motives vizier. The butterfly cannot hope to understand the dragon, and emperors answer to no authority of this earth.""</span>Aemon growled.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""If I wish to spare the Vaeleneos family, a family that for all the trouble it causes was once great and mighty among Valyrians, it is not for you to disagree only obey. Is that clear Grand Vizier?""</span>Aemon commanded as a trembling handmaiden brought him a towel.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">A</span></span>s the emperor draped the towel around him Missandei quietly with a calm blank expression kneeled before him, humble and humiliated.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""I beg Your Majesty forgive me my impertinence, I did not wish to cause offense.""</span>Missandei spoke and though everything about her signified submission and humility Aemon detected a faint hint of defiance and disapproval in the tone of his chief minister. He grunted at her.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Of course not.""</span>He declared.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""No man or woman could ever doubt that you have ever had anything but the best interest of me and my family at heart Missandei of Naath.""</span>The Emperor spoke, his praise the closest thing to an apology he had to offer.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Rise.""</span>He commanded.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">M</span></span>issandei obeyed, her expression unreadable. While Aemon dried himself with the towel, waving aside any attempt by the attending handmaidens to assist him, neither of them spoke for quite some time. In the end Aemon broke the silence with a new topic of conversation.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Mordonin Jaerator you say?""</span>He spoke ponderously.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""I think I have heard the name in passing before. I suspect many shall hear a great deal more of it in the future if he and we can succeed at what he proposes. Can we?""</span>Aemon continued speaking ponderously before giving his vizier a sharp question.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">M</span></span>issandei nodded slowly.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""I believe so Your Majesty. There have always been four chief obstacle to a successful Ghiscari invasion of Qarth. They are; the size of the naval might of the city, the strength of its walls, and its ability to raise mercenary armies with its vast wealth, and finally the Red Waste. A surprise attack on Qarth driven by allies within the city will allow us to negate all four obstacles and against the imperial legions the Qartheen civic guard will surely fail.""</span>Missandei declared. emon smirked at her. In a great many things he acknowledged that Missandei was wiser then he was but when it came to military matters she was no great mastermind and the fact that she thought that Aemon was unaware of the most basic analyses of an invasion of Qarth was rather adorable in a way.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Quite.""</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">A</span></span>emon smirked at her. In a great many things he acknowledged that Missandei was wiser then he was but when it came to military matters she was no great mastermind and the fact that she thought that Aemon was unaware of the most basic analyses of an invasion of Qarth was rather adorable in a way.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Quite.""</span>He said.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""But I did not ask you if we can take the city by military force, we both can and will. What I ask of my vizier is if we can politically hold it once it is taken.""</span>The Emperor spoke.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">A</span></span>ponderous look and silence was Missandei's initial response to Aemon's question.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""We might.""</span>She said after a while.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""It all depends on Jaerator and his allies and their ability to build support in the city for their rule after centuries of a stable and not all that bad government and how much we will support him. Even in the best case scenario it will no doubt prove a monumental task for Jaerator to cling on to power but it isn't impossible that he will manage it for a while.""</span>The Grand Vizier proclaimed.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">A</span></span>emon nodded ponderously. For a moment his attention drifted, Rhaegal had consumed the first oxen and was now excited about the attack of another, particularly large one and for a moment Aemon found it difficult to remain in his bath chamber in Meereen. Then he pulled himself together.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""You don't sound terribly convincing. Tell me why should I throw legions after so poor odds?""</span>He asked skeptically looking down on his minister as he returned to Meereen.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">A</span></span>s Missandei met Aemon's gaze with her own the emperor saw steely determination in the Naathi woman that matched the cynicism and cold of her reply.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Because regardless of whether Jaerator succeeds or not a fortune in Qartheen gold honors and a vast fleet of ships will be ours. Whatever else may happen in Qarth the city will have no choice but to acknowledge the primacy of the Empire, it will have neither the ships or gold to stand against us if we do this, and accept that the east belong to the glorious Targaryen dynasty.""</span>She declared.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">A</span></span>emon smiled at his vizier and then he nodded slowly. Missandei was right. Her analysis was impeccable, even if Jaerator was not strong enough to hold Qarth he would certainly be strong enough to bleed whoever would rise up against him sufficiently to ensure the dominance of the empire. Qarth would suffer, but the Empire would prosper.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""You may inform this man that I will agree to his plan. If possible I would like to talk to him before I lead the armies against Mantarys.""</span>Aemon declared.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">M</span></span>issandei curtseyed.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Yes your Majesty. Will there be anything else?""</span>She asked. Aemon shook his head.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""I will be with my family.""</span>He said sending his vizier on her way. She curtseyed once more and walked towards the door. As she reached it Aemon spoke.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""You didn't ask me how it went in Lhazar?""</span>He spoke. Missandei turned towards him. She shrugged.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""The butterfly should not question the dragon.""</span>She said. Aemon chuckled.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""I spoke too harshly, I have always valued your counsel and forwardness, even dragons sometimes feel lonely and longing for days when they could think of nothing better then hearing butterflies telling them strange and wonderful tales of distant eastern lands.""</span>Aemon spoke softly.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">M</span></span>issandei smiled warmly.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""So does butterflies.""</span>She replied. A silence ensued. Aemon laughed.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Well if you are not going to ask, I guess I will have to tell you anyway.""</span>He said, the softness slowly fading from his voice.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""It is well that I shall soon own a thousand Qartheen ships, they will be much needed when I sail an army of Ghiscari and Dothraki west to tame lions and pluck roses and with blood and fire raise a dragon to the throne of my forbears.""</span>The emperor spoke, his tone now cold as ice and his eyes burning with the fire of Rhaegal as it devoured oxen.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">A</span></span>look of surprise appeared on Missandei's face. The Vizier shed a single tear of joy as she smiled sadly at Aemon.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Has the time come at last to avenge the murder of our queen and king?""</span>She spoke with hope and longing. Aemon nodded solemnly.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""It has. With Viserys beside me I will raze Highgarden to the ground, crush Casterly Rock to dust and sow death and destruction from the Arbor to the Bonefort. I will burn to the ground every holdfast, town or manor that denies me, I will make the Mander run red with blood and make mass graves of the mines of the Westerlands. I will was away the betrayal of the oath breakers with the tears of a million widows and orphans and erase the dishonor of my family from the pages of history as I undo every house that took part in the heinous murder of my family.""</span>Aemon roared with Rhaegal's fury. Missandei nodes solemnly.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""R'hllor be thanked.""</span><br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;"">The Ghiscari Empire</span><br/>The Imperial City of Meereen, in the Bay of Ghiscari<br/>Under the sovereignty of Aemon the Magnificent Targaryen</span></span><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d4/GhisHarpie.png""/><br/><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lady Missandei</span></span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Midday the third day after the Battle of Kosrak</span></div><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">M</span></span>issandei nodded politely as the warlock presented his request. Even if the debacle with Mantarys would have made the Grand Vizier hesitant to commit to a military expedition to Qarth the plans drawn up between the emperor and his Dothraki half brother now necessitated the assembly of a huge fleet and an enormous war chest to secure a successful invasion of Westeros. Only in Qarth could the Empire find the ships and coin it needed. Ghiscar remained committed to the plot of the Jaerator family.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Indeed I am Mordonin Jaerator. I have already briefed his Majesty the Emperor on your request for military assistance and I am pleased to say that he has expressed enthusiasm for the idea.""</span>The Grand Vizier spoke.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">R</span></span>ising from her seat she gestured towards the door.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""In fact I am sure he would very much like to personally discuss this matter with you.""</span>She said.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Presently he is with the imperial family, but he is keen to see you before he depart for Mantarys.""</span>Missandei said.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""If you would follow me, please.""</span>"
14910,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=500,2015-01-29T17:51:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Riliane Wendwater</span><br/><br/>Riliane followed Lassa out of the tent and walked back up to the stands where Steffon was sitting. She gave him a weak smile, feeling slightly embarrassed about leaving only to come straight back to him. ""Sorry about that my lord."" she told Steffon, relieved to see that he hadn't just given her seat away to another highborn girl. ""Looks like I came back just in time for the melee."" she said blandly, waiting to see how he'd react to her leaving."
14911,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=500,2015-01-29T18:00:00,New Granadeseret,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Baratheon Swanns</span><br/><br/>Faced with Lady Stark's sudden silence, he was extra relieved to see both Lass and Riliane return; not even having had pleasant conversation to distract him from his worry. ""There you are."" He waved them over with a wide motion, trying to get properly seen through the crowd around them and above the excitement that was build for the inevitable clash of weapons as the melee particpants already gathered on the battlefield. ""You both had me worried sick... has your stomach stopped troubling you, Lady Wendwater?"" He thought it best to ask her first... considering he knew well enough what had driven Lassa off, even if she did seem slightly less on edge than she normally would be in this excited of a crowd. He moved his hands to the side, grabbing Lassa's arm and easing her back down into her seat, before holding one up to Riliane; it would be best just to offer, in case she was feel flustered over having shown her sickness earlier. ""You must have been in a lot of pain, to have been silent so long earlier. If it's still troubling you, I know how to brew a draught or too that might help."""
14912,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=500,2015-01-29T18:49:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Riliane Wendwater</span><br/><br/>Riliane's eyes opened a little wider when Steffon made his suggestion. Was he trying to get her drunk? No, she didn't believe that he had been to kind to her to suddenly try and do something so underhanded. Instead she took Steffon's hand and sat back down while smiling at him. She didn't have much experience with alcohol but nobles drunk wine and ale all the time so it seemed like a relatively simple and normal thing to drink. ""My silence was more due to your complete lack of attention after the others showed up. A draught would be lovely though, thank you my lord."""
14913,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=500,2015-01-29T19:07:00,New Granadeseret,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Baratheon-Swanns</span><br/><br/>Guiding her down, he quickly tried to understand her comment. Though he'd processed her silence well enough, he hadn't really managed to make the connection. After all, hadn't one of his few comments that hadn't been a direct response to a question been addressed at all the ladies... her included? Perhaps he hadn't phrased it correctly, been so focused on being polite in answer the rest of his company as quickly as possible he'd neglected to make a proper balance? He still had an aweful lot to learn about conversing with women... particularly three at a time with widely varying ranks. His eyebrows were up, puzzled as he tried to make sense of everything. ""I hadn't realized,"" he admitted, feeling a twinge of guilt for his misstep. ""It's a tad difficult to give three noble ladies all the attention they deserve, especially when they have so much to say. I hope you won't hold too much against me."" He gripped tightly onto Lassa's hand... focusing on being much more conscious of everybody.<br/><br/>When she agreed to a draught, he quickly reached for his waist; where his workbelt would often be when he was busy in his lab, containing all kinds of basic alchemic and chemical components. Ginger root mixed into a drink would probably do the trick, he reasoned... only to realize he was in courtly cloths, not his alchemist robes. Instead he had to tap the shoulder of a servant who was standing nearby, trying to use the guise of service to have one of the best views. ""Some light summerwine for the lovely lady... and add a spoonful of ginger if you could."" He politely, the young man grumbling at he strange request but not keen on disobeying him."
14914,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=500,2015-01-30T12:30:00,Wolfmanne,"<div align=""center""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">House Arryn of of the Eyrie</span></span></span></div><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/thumb/b/be/House_Arryn.PNG/250px-House_Arryn.PNG""/></div><br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lady Sansa Arryn of the Vale</span></span><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Of the Quendi""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Of the Quendi <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=22961106#p22961106"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;"">The Seven Kingdoms</span><br/>King's Landing, on the Blackwater Bay<br/>Within the Crownlands of the King</span></span><br/><br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d4/GhisHarpie.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ser Daemon Waters</span></span></span></div><br/><hr/> <br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">W</span></span>hile Ser Aurane nodded solemnly at Lady Sansa's words, seemingly finding no fault in them, Daemon felt tempted to break his silence and enquire what promises the lady had made to her brother that she after a decade was still bound by. Concerned they only Aerion's life or also his crown Daemon wondered. <br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">S</span></span>er Aurane, it seemed, did not. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""His Imperial Majesty has no desire for war to ravage the Seven Kingdoms My Lady.""</span> Ser Aurane, perhaps not entirely truthfully Daemon suspected, declared. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""If the honor and dignity of his house and name can be restored without it he will seek no war with the Tyrell's or their traitor allies.""</span> Ser Aurane said. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""Much less do he desire for any harm to come to his brother, or any member of his house. Indeed when the Emperor has turned his gaze westwards it is not to reclaim lost titles and honors or avenge treasons and murders. No what has left his Majesty restless for twelve years is neither thought of his own exile or his parents murder but a far greater crime perpetrated by the Tyrell's. The crime of rearing a dragon in captivity.""</span> Ser Aurane declared in an impassioned tone. <br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">T</span></span>he Velaryon sailor paused for a moment, no doubt trying to remember the instructions he had received from the emperor, who indeed spent more time lamenting the fact that he had failed to rescue his youngest brother then he did plotting vengeance or war. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""Dragons, like wolfs if My Lady don't mind me saying so, are not meant for captivity, and every day which his brother had spent a slave of Tyrell puppet masters to be raised a pretty pliant little rose is a day spent in agony for the Emperor. His greatest fear has always been what has befallen his brother in the hands of the traitors. Ser Daemon and I was sent west not when the Empire was ready for war but when news that a dragon had hatched to Aerion reached Meereen. These wondrous news brought hope to the Emperor that twelve year's captivity had not made a Rose of his brother. Believing his brother to be a dragon the Emperor has sent us not to fight his brother but to aid him against treacherous advisors. Should Aerion prove less of a dragon then his brother hopes, I understand that he is to be wed to a Lannister whore, it would grieve the Emperor and he might feel compelled to insist on Aerion's abdication. But if Your Ladyship fears that the Emperor could do harm against his own kin you misjudge him greatly.""</span> Ser Aurane declared.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">W</span></span>ith his rather passionate speech, a condensation of a more eloquent one delivered by the emperor before he sent Daemon and Ser Aurane west, finished Ser Aurane fell quiet, considering all things said. As Daemon did not he took the word. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""Indeed the emperor bears his brother now ill will and blames himself for failing to rescue his brother.""</span> He politely began. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""But if there seem to be no discord between Your Ladyship and the Emperor on this matter, perhaps we might turn our attention to how we can find the solutions Your Ladyship asks for?""</span> <br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">T</span></span>hough Ser Aurane was the formal leader of the Ghiscari delegation and though Daemon depended entirely on the experience of the older man he knew that it was on him that Khrazdaqan relied to devise the stratagems and designs that would hopefully undo the Tyrell's. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""Ser Aurane and I are of course strangers to this land though we are both born here. We know not as Your Ladyship where we can find support for the Emperor or what kind of political situation exists in the Seven Kingdom now. For such knowledge we are entirely dependent on Your Ladyship's sagacious counsel.""</span> Daemon declared. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""If it is not to bold, may I ask if Your Ladyship has a solution of your own on how to accomplish change without war in the Seven Kingdoms? Can we appeal to Aerion himself or is he too much under the spell of the Tyrell's? Are there mayhaps other forces with which we can ally?""</span></div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/>Sansa listened to Aurane's words carefully, watching every flimmer of his tongue and every shudder of his lips, aware that she knew little of the intentions of the Targaryens of Essos, just as as they knew little of the occurrences in Westeros. Yet she needed them just as they needed her. The Tyrell hegemony over the Seven Kingdoms was more than a small concern. History had been written by the Tyrells the last few decades, yet despite being the winners, no matter the point of view they seemed to be more like villainous tyrants rather than conquering heroes. The evergrowing thornweed of the Tyrells was lustful for power, a lust that was passionate and venomous. Sansa thought of Aerion for a moment, than thought of herself, once a captive of the Lannisters, almost one of the Tyrells and finally one of Petyr Baelish. She was the key to the open door that was the leaderless North, one that was thrown to Tyrion Lannister so that he could turn.<br/><br/>""It is an unbearable pain, to be under the shackles of chains, whether you're a wolf or a dragon"" she said, with a hint of sorrow, both for herself and Aerion. ""Inside me, I was always a Stark. Whether it was Joffrey making me his Barathon Queen, the Imp his Lady of the North, Lord Baelish his mistress. When I took the Arryn name, it was not by choice, although I was fond of dear Sweetrob - Lord Robert Arryn. I was merely pawn of Lord Baelish, but I bid my time. I used the Arryn name as armour and bore Robert's son, beloved Jeor"".<br/><br/>Sansa remembered the stableboy and the night she spent with him, the night that would bring Jeor into this world. Her mind was conflicted as to whom she first lay with. She would dream of different moments and they would confuse her. Was she raped in the streets of King's Landing? Did the Hound do more than kiss her? Did Baelish steal it away from her? Or was that stableboy her first? It did not matter. Sansa looked at the face of the stableboy as screamed and begged for mercy. She looked at the scars that riddled the chest of the stableboy, but felt no sympathy or guilt. He stared at her and Sansa stared back for every moment, until he was thrown out in a flash.<br/><br/>""Lord Baelish is dead now"" she ended. ""He saw me as dutiful and loyal at first and allowed me to become as powerful as him. That was when I broke away from him. I absorbed more and more of his enterprise, until nought remained to him. And now I take the name 'Arryn' as my own, for the sake of my son Jeor. Could Aerion be doing the same? That I can't say, for I do not truly know. But having seen him, I would say that the throrns of the rose are deeply ingrained into him. It can be pulled out... but no without great effort"".<br/><br/>""I am afraid to say that the Ghiscari Empire will find few friends in the Royal Court"" she continued. ""Yet this renewed sense of urgency from His Imperial Majesty means that I can not abandon my nephew and Your Imperial Majesty's brother. I can find loyal allies among the Stark. My brother won't deny me, no matter the honeyed word the Tyrells sprout out or the gold the Lannisters throws at them. Combined, the steadfast men of the Vale and the North should be able to counter the influence of the Westerlands and the Reach. Whereas the Westerlands and the Reach were ravished with war and famine in the War of Five Kings, the Vale and the North have only grown. White Harbour and Gulltown are powerful enough to challenge King's Landing and Dorne in terms of connections to Essos. Our fleets are extensive, our warehouses full and our cities are prosperous. Money can no longer be a reason for the South to ignore us when it us that brings it to the Seven Kingdom"".<br/><br/>The reality of the matter whilst the Vale had certainly expanded, prejudices in the South may not have changed and the South had largely recovered from their wartorn conditions. The fighting barely touched the Vale, with the fleet able to protect the coasts and exist in being to counter the Redwyne fleet, whilst the Knights of the Vale were able to hold the mountain passes.<br/><br/>""I believe that positions at the Royal Court and on the Small Council are obtainable easily. For more direct allies, Crackclaw Point is located to the South of the Vale. The Lords there are steadfastly loyal to the Emperor; they are Targaryen men, yet how can they back the dragon covered in roses? If you seek allies, rally them to your cause. They can not offer much, but if they are aware that opposition to the usurper exists, they will then I'd expect them to become less passive and more headstrong, perhaps to the point of brinkmanship with the usurper"".<br/><br/>""The only gurantees I can give you are the Vale and the North. The Riverlands is still in a dispute regarding sucession. House Tully lords over the Trident, but I see their status as an 'ally' as questionable. Rather than destroying House Baelish, they have allowed them to lay at large. Conor Baelish may be young, but he is just as intelligent as his father. And he also knows too much, she thought. ""I'd strangle his enterprises at every corner, yet there are many avenue that he can find which I don't have knowledge of. Like myself, the Tullys don't want war, especially with the Freys and the Baelishes able to press claims against them. I think they'd rather receive support from the King that they can protect or choose neutrality as the best option that pleases everyone"".<br/><br/>""The Baratheons? I'm afraid I do not know the answer to that. Do they envy for the throne they believe belongs to them? Or have they gone past Robert's Rebellion? They can not achieve that goal in the short term, which means they can be lured into an alliance. I wouldn't approach them now. Let them make their moves first. She then thought of Lanna Baratheon and added some information regarding her. ""Lanna Baratheon is a strong figure. Lord Paramount Stefforn, as good a man as he may be, is not an inspiring leader. Lanna may not appear it at first glance, but she has a character behind that 'I am very shy and introverted' fascade. The Martells are in the same basket. Theoretically, their links to Essos and general hatred of the Tyrells should mean that they would be happy to be courted into the opposition. But again, they are unpredictable. Approach them now and see what you can do"".<br/><br/>Sansa had given the information that was necessary to Essos. Nothing was concrete though and it was up to His Imperial Majesty to ponder on what to do with it. She expected a long series of requests, seeing that her alliance with him was mutually beneficial. Yet she remembered that she had a monopoly on the service that the Ghiscari Empire was demanding, which was a foothold and reliable ally in Westeros. Sansa decided to play her hand.<br/><br/>""The Vale of the Eerie is happy to fulfill the requests of His Imperial Majesty, but it does not come without a price"" she began. ""I can plot whatever political intrigue the Emperor desires, I can bring him the allies he wants and squeeze the enemies he desires. But what does he do for me? The Vale is booming economically, something that I think both the Empire and the Vale appreciates. As the lesser merchant requests an investment from an angel investor, the region of the Vale would ask that the Empire supports our growth"".<br/><br/>""New caravans travelling through Essos should be opened from Gulltown to Ghischar and trade routes should be rerouted from King's Landing and Hightower to Gulltown. It is burdenous for a trader to sell his goods at Gulltown rather than King's Landing, so I hope you can find the means to infentify them. I'm sure the Emperor has his own substantial trading fleet. For private traders, I request that you would find some form of subsidising them to sell at Gulltown rather than King's Landing"".<br/><br/>""Do this for me and I can start one of my first acts of opposition to the 'His Majesty'. He will try to find some way a squeeze a piece of gold out of all the new trade coming to Gulltown. But when his tax collectors are imprisoned, how will he react? When levies go unpaid towards King's Landing, what will he do? When his negotiations end in a resounding diplomatic defeat for him, how will Westeros look upon him"". Should this be effective, I believe that myself and the Lords of the Vale to obtain some relatively prestigious postings inside the Royal Court and the Small Council. At this point, the Tyrells are arrogant to see the Vale as a credible threat. Our Knights may not be ready to mobilise, but our Merchants are ready to expand and exploit""."
14915,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=500,2015-01-30T12:39:00,Nuridia,"OOC: I'm still playing Desirhae, didn't really have anything to post for which is why I didn't post for those weeks.<br/><br/>IC:<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Desirhae Targaryen</span><br/>So much had happened in these past few days, but now as she heard the roar of Rhaegal echo through the Great Pyramid, she knew that her father was finally home. Emperor Aemon had been gone for an awfully long time to treat with Khal Viserys and she wondered if he had been reasonable at all. Desiree, her mother was looking out of the window of her bedchamber and saw that Aemon had finally arrived. While the Queen of Meereen went to go greet her husband. Desirhae straigtened her short hair and picked Ghirach up in her arms, carrying him protectively as she too left the chamber and followed behind her mother. The Princess of New Ghis knew that Grand Vizier Missandei was probably still trying to speak to that horrible Vaeleneos woman. Desirhae fignered the streak in her hair, same color as a newly minted gold dragon as she and the First Empress went to go inquire about the emperor's whereabouts."
14916,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=525,2015-01-30T15:09:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Riliane Wendwater</span><br/><br/>The serving man returned and handed Riliane her drink of summerwine. Riliane wasn't exactly sure what it'd taste like but she trusted Steffon to buy her something nice. She sniffed at the drink before sipping it, to her delight the drink was extremely pleasant. She smiled at Steffon and inched slightly closer to him, trying to cuddle up to him but not wanting to get close enough so that the others would suspect anything. ""I might have been a little harsh my lord, I'm sorry. You shouldn't pay more attention to me and ignore the others."""
14917,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=525,2015-01-30T16:20:00,The cold ice,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Robert Tully<br/>The Tourney Grounds</span><br/><br/>When Robert had returned from his brief wishing of good luck to his brother he had seen something that greatly disturbed him. Lord Steffon Baratheon and Elvina Tyrell in deep conversation. He nearly cursed right there.<span style=""font-style: italic"">To be expected, I suppose,</span>he thought. He squinted at their companions, making out Talia Stark and two other women. He thought the one was Steffon's sister, but he had never seen the other before. Memories of the night before suddenly appeared in his head.<span style=""font-style: italic"">What was the name that knight so emphatically told me? Yes, Maxwell Tyrosus.</span>He resolved to seek out the Stormlord immediately. But just as he made to go, the melee was announced.<span style=""font-style: italic"">After, then.</span>If Ser Hugo was against the Tyrells, the Lord of Thunderhoof Hold should be as well. There would be plenty of time. He sat down and waited for the melee to begin."
14918,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=525,2015-01-30T17:05:00,New Granadeseret,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Steffon Baratheon-Swann</span><br/><br/>The moment their shoulders made contact, Steffon froze up. It wasn't as if his back stiffened or her tried to shift away but couldn't: he didn't have any natural reaction and didn't know how to handle a lady snuggling up next to him. She felt... soft, nice, and smelled rather pleasant compared to the inevitably fowl oder of a hundreds of men and women crammed together like cod in a barrel. Granted, he'd hugged Lassa before, feeling a woman's shoulder, but this was the first time the girl in question wasen't his sister. He had no way of responding, remaining completely still and seemingly unphased for a few seconds as he tried to pull together a response, eyes locked on the field ahead.<br/><br/>""No need to apologize, Riliane. I'm certain Lady Lannister will be more keen on keeping an eye on her betrothed than anything else."" He spoke quietly, trying to keep her out of this particular part of the conversation. ""It's a rather... risky out there, with warriors from all over Westros. It wouldn't surprise me if there were eyes keeping a lookout for anybody carrying Ghiscari gold. If she ever had reason to worry for him, now would be the time."""
14919,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=525,2015-02-01T12:35:00,Krugmar,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">House Vaeleneos</span> <br/>Meereen - Great Pyramid<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">The day of the Battle of Kosrak</span><br/>Maelesa Vaeleneos, Lady of Mantarys</span></div><hr/><br/><br/>""Very good, it is nice to see that some of you seem to retain a certain amount of honour"" said Maelesa, giving Missandei a half-hearted smile. ""I do believe you are correct though, my brother will likely give you a reason to make war on him, however unjust it is. I suppose that I should warn you, though doubtless you already know, that you are entering the Land of Demons and the City of Monsters. Not all there are as civilised, nor as perfect as my family. Valyria herself dislikes intruders, especially those waving the Ghiscari flag. No doubt the Tolosi will help you, though I do not think that the baseless allegations and angry shouting they can offer will be of much use. As for the Road itself, few survive the travel even under the protection of our legions, let alone against them. I can only wish you and the Emperor good health, enough to make you realise the foolishness of your actions"" she said, crossing her arms and gazing slowly around her cell. She was growing fond of the Naathese woman, in a strange sort of way. She would still have her killed if given the chance, for her numerous insults, but she might even feel a bit bad about it.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">House Vaeleneos</span> <br/>Vaeleneos Palace - Mantarys<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Three days after the Battle of Kosrak</span><br/>Talaemor Vaeleneos, Lord of Mantarys and Master of the Demon Road</span></div><hr/><br/><br/>It was early in the morning, and Talaemor was growing increasingly worried. He knew that perhaps Maelesa was unable to send a message back to him, or perhaps it had not arrived yet, yet something felt wrong. His dreams of late had been uneasy, always the same destructive attack on Mantarys by a strange three-headed dragon. His Seer had informed him that it meant that the Targaryens were slowly ripping Mantarys apart, that Valyria was angry about their rule, and that he should take action against them soon.<span style=""font-style: italic"">'A fools notion'</span>he thought, having no wish to stand against Aemon and his dragon in open combat. He was not afraid of dying in combat, he simply had no wish to end the Vaeleneos line and cause the destruction of Mantarys all for vainglorious pride.<br/><br/>He began writing a new letter, this time addressed to the Emperor, which would be sent via Pigeon.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-style: italic"">To his Imperial Majesty, Aemon I of House Targaryen <br/><br/>I wish you all the best health in these unsettling times, and wish prosperity to you and your most regal family. Doubtless my wife, the Lady Maelesa, will have already informed you about the wedding between my son, Taemor, and my daughter, Elaena, and will have hopefully invited you and your family to attend this wedding. Arrangements will need to be made for your safety should you decide to attend, for the Demon Road is oft called a dangerous place. If you would allow me to know your travel arrangements if you wish to attend, then I shall do my utmost to keep the route you are traveling completely safe. I am troubled by the recent Tolosi raids on my citizens and your merchants, and I fear that I will have to take action to protect the Empire against these dissidents. I would ask for your permission for this, for I feel troubled by taking it into my hands without the consideration of my liege.<br/><br/>signed, Talaemor Vaelenos, Lord of Mantarys and Master of the Demon Road</span></blockquote><br/><br/>He sealed the letter and attached it to the pigeon. Writing every word in that letter had hurt, but the flattery and servitude was needed. He knew that the Emperor would rebuke his attack on Tolos, not that he really cared though. Once the wedding was over, he would simply march his army to Tolos and attack. Or better yet, perhaps the Emperor could suffer a misfortune upon his trip to Mantarys? The Pigeon quickly flew off towards Meereen.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">The Nights Watch</span> <br/>Castle Black - The Wall<br/>Triston Gaunt, Lord Commander of the Watch</span></div><hr/><br/><br/>Triston nodded, ""Alright, he will be assigned as your personal steward for now, under private training from you. The wolf will be caged for now, until he proves a certain amount of control over it, like Jon had, and until we can fully trust him"" he said to Satin. He adjusted himself in the chair, his eyes growing heavy and a sigh escaping his mouth. He was not old, but simply tired, he had served for a damn long time. He pushed himself to his feet and departed the hall, not saying a word to anyone, and made his way towards his tower. He was going to have something to drink and read until his eyes could not remain open."
14920,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=525,2015-02-02T13:38:00,Of the Quendi,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;"">The Ghiscari Empire</span><br/>The Imperial City of Meereen, in the Bay of Ghiscari<br/>Under the sovereignty of Aemon the Magnificent Targaryen</span></span><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d4/GhisHarpie.png""/><br/><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lady Missandei</span></span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Concurrently with the Battle of Kosrak</span></div><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">M</span></span>issandei nodded affirmatively. If Mantarys had not benefitted from its position in a harsh landscape known for its impassability the city would have brought to heel long ago the grand vizier suspected. Its forces where a poor match for the might of the empire if not for that geographic problem. But Missandei was confident that the plans of the board of war would break the city. Smiling, amused that Lady Maelesa apparently thought herself and her family a lesser problem for the empire then the rest of the city Missandei replied.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""A harpy will fly above the legions of the Empire but so shall a dragon. The harpy shall fly only from the flagpoles and standards of the empire, the dragon shall not. Ghiscar has its own monsters and they do not travel by road.""</span>The vizier declared.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">A</span></span>bout to elaborate on her metaphor Missandei jolted as the quiet of the cell was interrupted by a fist slamming loudly and very insistently against the cell door.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Grand Vizier.""</span>An angry voice called out in of all language old Ghiscari, a language hardly ever used in Aemon's Valyrian empire.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Grand Vizier Missandei I must insist that you come out of there at once.""</span>The shouter cried as a key was turned in the door.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">F</span></span>or a moment Missandei was caught of guard. Then she realized that the jailor had just made the mistake of a lifetime. First he had allowed Missandei into the cell and then, poor man, he had went and informed an inquisitor. Giving Lady Maelesa a grimace to pass for an apologetic smile Missandei rose.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Excuse me Maelesa Vaeleneos.""</span>The vizier said as the door was opened revealing the large unkempt jailor with a both sheepish and terrified smile on his face and behind him a dark robed inquisitor. Missandei stepped out of the room, feeling a tingle of something she annoyingly identified as fear.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">C</span></span>ompensating for her fear Missandei held her head high as she gazed at the inquisitor, a dour man, weren't they all, with pale skin and deep dark eyes that burned with the fanaticism and zealotry of all of his ilk.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Inquisitor.""</span>Missandei spoke curtly as the jailor closed the door to Lady Maelesa's cell.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">T</span></span>he inquisitor gave Missandei a deathly gaze and a grimace to match.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""This woman.""</span>He declared venomously.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Is in the care of the censorate, charged with treachery, rebellion and incitement to both, Grand Vizier, and you are not to come near her cell unless you wish to share it on a more permanent basis on similar charges.""</span>The inquisitor said in a shrill voice colder then the winters of Westeros. Locking eyes with the man Missandei for a moment thought to object to the threat but in his eyes she saw that the threat was very very real. The man was determined enough to arrest her and the jailor clearly knew whom to fear most. Missandei was beaten and she knew it.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Very well inquisitor. In any case I have concluded my business with Lady Vaeleneos for the nonce. She is all yours.""</span>Missandei regretfully conceded, praying that the paper shield she had crafted for Lady Maelesa would stay the hands of the inquisitors.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;"">The Seven Kingdoms</span><br/>King's Landing, on the Blackwater Bay<br/>Within the Crownlands of the King</span></span><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d4/GhisHarpie.png""/><br/><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ser Daemon Waters</span></span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Concurrently with the Battle of Kosrak</span></div><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">A</span></span>s much as he tried Daemon found it difficult not to grimace as Lady Sansa did not name House Tully an ally. The rest of her analysis was much in line with what of Lord Khrazdaqan and offered few surprises for Daemon, but the Riverlands he had hoped could be counted on to support the emperor. The wealth and large populace of the Riverlands would have been a tremendous boon to the emperor's cause that would be sorely missed. Cracklaw Point was a poor compensation for the arms of Tully.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Y</span></span>et, it dawned to Daemon, the absence of the Riverlands on the side of Aemon also came with certain advantages to the imperial cause. The North and the Vale where both kingdoms very easily to defend against even very superior enemy forces. With them on Aemon's side, and a dragon and navy to connect them, the emperor could, if it should come to it, fight a defensive war on terms that would have the Tyrell and Lannister armies at a disadvantage. That was perhaps a quite tolerable compensation for Tully arms, Daemon thought.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">H</span></span>is musings was cut short as Lady Sansa demanded a price for her assistance. Clearly displeased Ser Aurane shifted in his seat and for a moment Daemon was concerned that the older man would object. Ser Aurane, like the emperor himself Daemon knew, apparently had assumed that kinship alone would win them the support of Lady Sansa. Lord Khrazdaqan had however anticipated that a counter service would be demanded.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">A</span></span>nd what Lady Sansa asked for was neither much nor difficult to give. For six years time, since the fall of New Ghis, the emperor had already done his best to cut of his Westerosi enemies from trading with the east. The journey to Qarth had become perilously indeed for ships out of Oldtown, the Arbor, Lannisport of King's Landing. If they braved the Basilisk Isles they where rarely heard from again, if they graven New Ghis their owners would return to Westeros years later without their wealth and vessels. Though neither Daemon nor Ser Aurane was authorized to make decisions on matters of the imperial trade policy what Lady Sansa asked for would require only a slight modification of the existing embargo against the traitors. Placing a hand on Ser Aurane's shoulder Daemon nodded slowly.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""What you ask for is most reasonable My Lady. I am sure the emperor, and Ser Aurane, will agree with me on that.""</span>Daemon spoke. Ser Aurane grunted something that could be taken as consent.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;"">The Ghiscari Empire</span><br/>The Imperial City of Meereen, in the Bay of Ghiscari<br/>Under the sovereignty of Aemon the Magnificent Targaryen</span></span><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://img2.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20120317181433/asoiaf/zh/images/d/d2/House_Targaryen_crest.PNG""/><br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Aemon Targaryen</span></span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Early morning the third day after the Battle of Kosrak</span></div><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">A</span></span>emon read the letter carefully one last time, nodding ponderously at the words of his vizier. He owed a great deal to the Naathi woman and her savvy Aemon knew, it was difficult imagining the empire functioning with the efficiency it did without his mother's most trusted handmaiden.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""We concur.""</span>The Emperor glumly deigned to concede eyeing the vizier coldly. For all her wit and skill Missandei's support for war against Mantarys was misplaced and Aemon was not about to let her of the hook for allowing herself to be put in a situation where arresting Lady Maelesa was her only option.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">M</span></span>issandei nodded pliantly and opened her mouth. But before the vizier could utter any words there was a knock on the door leading into the imperial apartments. Without waiting for a response a servant entered and bowed before Aemon.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Your Majesty, the Grand Princess of New Ghis has come with her mother to see the emperor.""</span>The man announced. Despite his exhaustion and hunger Aemon lit up in a brief smile that momentarily made his cold and arrogant demeanor melt away and reveal just a hint of the man he had been twelve years before, when his parents yet lived.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Send them in.""</span>The emperor ordered, rising from his seat.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">T</span></span>urning towards Missandei, not about to let the fact that his family had come deter him from doing his duty the emperor nodded.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""We concur.""</span>He said again.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Have the letter send to Mantarys. But do not send it too fast, no need to alert Talaemor of what is coming for him. The letter may reach his hands two days from now, not a heartbeat before. By then I shall be in Bhorash and the time for discretion and secrecy gone.""</span>He instructed his vizier, sending her away.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">T</span></span>hen, as Missandei left the room, he walked towards the door as the servant opened it once more for his daughter and first wife. As his family entered the emperor looked younger and fairer then before. The harsh and draconian demeanor he had shown moments before seemed to have receded and for a moment, a very brief moment, Aemon found he could not feel the presence of Rhaegal in the back of his mind.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Aemon Targaryen, the Magnificent called, Emperor of All the Ghiscari, King of Meereen, King of Yunkai, King of Astapor, King of New Ghis, King of Kings of Ghiscar, Protector of the Lhazar, Dragonlord of Valyria, Grand Master of the Order of the Dragon to Talaemor Vaeleneos,<br/><br/>At Our court it has long been said by many that Our right to rule over the Empire of the Ghiscari and all its lands is not by the House of Vaeleneos being accepted as being divinely instituted and beyond question and contestation. Thus far We have payed such heed to these rumors and gossip as the dragon ought pay heed to the word or will of mice and We have refused to take such steps as We where counseled against Our vassals in Mantarys, the westernmost city of Our great empire.<br/><br/>Alas it would appear that We may have in this been too lenient and too patient, and that We have thus nourished at Our bosom a serpent that seeks only Our undoing against all the laws of Gods, Man and Nature itself. For We have today been presented with witnesses of the utmost credibility who will attest before what Gods with which they keep faith and before Our throne that your lady sister Maelesa Vaeleneos in Our very palace has spoken words of treason and betrayal and for it has been arrested.<br/><br/>Thus We shall hereby order you to come at once to the ruins of Bhorash where We shall be to renew those oaths of allegiance you to Us owe and assure Us of the unbreakable loyalty of House Vaeleneos to Our imperial person and dynasty. For as the head of your family you are responsible for the acts and deeds and words of all its members. Be at Bhorash no longer then a week from the day upon which you receive this missive or We shall consider your absence complicity and proof of culpability in this grave matter of treason. At once obey Us or face Our righteous wrath as enemy of the state and traitor against the crown.<br/><br/>Given at Meereen, on the seventh day of the twelfth year of Our reign.</span></blockquote><br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;"">The Ghiscari Empire</span><br/>The Imperial City of Meereen, in the Bay of Ghiscari<br/>Under the sovereignty of Aemon the Magnificent Targaryen</span></span><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d4/GhisHarpie.png""/><br/><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lady Missandei</span></span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Midday the third day after the Battle of Kosrak</span></div><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">W</span></span>ith the Qartheen warlock by her side Missandei walked briskly towards the audience chamber of the Great Pyramid where the emperor held his court. With a thousand details of the multiple martial engagements that the empire was preparing on her mind she was quiet during the walk paying little heed to the warlock. As the pair of them reached the massive gates to the chamber they found it guarded by Ser Grazdar zo Galare, the fifth sword of the Emperor and a dozen of Immortal guardsmen. As Ser Grazdar attested their right to enter the chamber the Immortals slowly opened the heavy doors leaving a free passage for Missandei and Mordonin Jaerator to enter the heart of the Ghiscari Empire.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">T</span></span>he audience chamber, or throne room as it ought more appropriately be called was filled with people. Throughout the splendorous and cavernous hall courtiers and supplicants had gathered in their hundreds to be present for the emperor's return. Along the massive colums of purple marble, motionless as statues, the Immortal guard's finest troops stood at attention to maintain order in the huge hall.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">A</span></span>t the end of the hall atop a great podium stood the great harpy throne, a magnificent monument of carved and gilded wood in the shape of a great harpy. Eunuch servants and the high dignitaries and administrators of the empire surrounding the podium with the throne garbed in the richly adorned robes of their offices made the impression of power in the throne's occupant in a way it could have never done for Missandei.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">F</span></span>or as Aemon sat his throne, garbed in a tokar of tyrian purple silk with a stripe of gold, with cold eyes and the arrogance only those wielding immense undisputed power could posses he looked more a god then an emperor to Missandei. As the sharp eyes of the dragon emperor fell upon Missandei like a hawk on a pigeon the emperor made a convening gesture, prompting Missandei to walk Mordonin Jaerator towards the podium.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Your Imperial Majesty, I have the honor of presenting Mordonin Jaerator, a warlock and noble of Qarth.""</span>Missandei declared.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">F</span></span>or a moment the emperor said or did nothing. Then he calmly ordered;<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Leave us.""</span>An order promptly obeyed by the court until only the emperor, his guards, Missandei and Mordonin Jaerator remained in the hall.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Welcome, warlock, to Meereen to my empire.""</span>Aemon spoke."
14921,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=525,2015-02-03T09:29:00,Nuridia,"Desirhae and Desiree thanked the servant as they were let inside of the council chamber. Ghirach seemed to screech in happiness at seeing the Emperor again and both the Princess and the Queen of Meereen bowed to Aemon. ""I am happy to see you well and returned to us, your majesty. "" Desiree greeted her husband happily. ""Father, I am glad to see you."" Desirhae said, smiling."
14922,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=525,2015-02-05T11:36:00,Krugmar,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">House Vaeleneos</span> <br/>Vaeleneos Palace - Mantarys<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Five days after the Battle of Kosrak</span><br/>Talaemor Vaeleneos, <span style=""font-style: italic"">Dragonlord of Valyria,</span> <span style=""font-style: italic"">King</span> of Mantarys and Master of the Demon Road</span></div><hr/><br/><br/>Talaemor had the letter grasped in his hands, while seated upon his monstrous throne. ""Imprisoned..."" he finally said, shocking several of the nobles and retainers gathered nearby. ""The Emperor has dared to imprison my wife, on false charges of treason. Too many years have I cowered here, letting this tyrant shackle us. No longer."" he said solemnly, pushing himself off of the throne. He gazed at those gathered before him, their faces filled with mixtures of dread, shock and a strange joy. Few in Mantarys had any love for the distant Emperor or his family, the slave trade had been large in Mantarys and the local economy had been hit hard when they were 'liberated'.<br/><br/>""My lord, how are you planning to respond? Would it be wise to fight the Emperor?"" asked one of the local nobles, his hands shaking from fear. Talaemor had no time for such cowards, but understood that keeping the nobles happy at a time like this was paramount.<br/><br/>""There is no need for wisdom here, only true courage. The Empires forces will melt away along the Demon Road, with only scraps reaching the city. Here they shall meet their doom, and I shall personally slay this tyrant"" he responded. He noticed that the noble was not entirely convinced, so he took a few steps towards him. ""I would not fight him if I did not believe we had any chance of winning. But as it is, I believe that we truly can win. He will claim his advantage is a large army, but we shall turn that into a disadvantage. Bring all food into the city, burn all the farms, every place that can harbour food that his army would be able to scavenge. With luck, his troops will starve and eventually mutiny"" he said, pacing slowly as he set out his plans. A scribe nearby was detailing them down, ready to send them out to the local commanders.<br/><br/>""We know of most of the watering holes nearby, places where he will need to stock up on fresh water for his troops. In this time of emergency, I think we must consider attempting to poison, or at least infect, most of them. Some will possibly be too large to completely infect, but an attempt should be made nonetheless. Take any lesser citizens known to be infected by easily catch-able diseases, along with the prisoners. Kill them, dump their bodies in these watering holes. That should slow his army down, or potentially destroy it"" he continued.<br/><br/>""My lord, if I may"" interjected one of the commanders. Talaemor looked at him, thought about it for a second, then motioned for him to speak. ""My lord, will his army not have a constant supply caravans feeding food and water to it? We would simply be punishing ourselves with this tactic"" he spoke.<br/><br/>""He probably will, which is why the skirmishers and cavalry of the II Legion will be kept out, hidden and constantly moving along the areas near the Demon Road. Companies six to ten will remain in the field, the rest will return to Mantarys and garrison the city. They will attack the supply caravans, either burning the food and water or taking some of it for themselves. We will also put a bounty on each caravan raided, hopefully bandits or potentially Dothraki, though I doubt it, will take up that offer"" he said, stopping his pacing and taking a few moments to think.<br/><br/>""We will have the Scorpions inspected, and attempt to have more made in the short time that we have. The city watch is to be equipped for war, militias are to be formed. I want our blacksmiths forging weapons and armour, likely of low quality, to be given to these militias. We shall also use the armour and weapons in our reserve armouries for these militias. The city is to be put into a war economy, I want things rationed, I want prices to not inflate ridiculously. Everything must be done to keep local order in the likely event of a siege, though I doubt our populace will choose the Emperor over us"" he continued, tapping his foot gently on the floor.<br/><br/>""We will need allies, I will have letters written to the Free cities, asking them for monetary aid and possibly military aid. I will write to the Iron Bank, the Pentoshi Bank, the Myr and Lys Banks, to the Tyroshi Cartels, any who will lend us money. With this money, and the money we have in our vaults, we should be able to hire some mercenary companies to bolster our forces. I will also write to the other cities of the Empire, attempting to incite them to revolt, though I doubt that any of the Ghiscari cities will join us, perhaps Pamphlets can be spread across their cities, their citizens may revolt. Elyria, possibly, Tolos, unlikely. I will attempt to send letters to some of the Dothraki Khals, some may be arrogant or greedy enough to start raids on the Empire, especially if they knew that the bulk of their forces will be heading here. Hmm.."" he said, pausing and wondering for a few moments.<br/><br/>""My Lord, what about the Westerosi? It is known that the Emperor Aemon is an exile from that distant land, perhaps they would aid us to curb his power?"" said one of his big-bellied nobles, obviously one who traded with Volantis frequently.<br/><br/>""Those barbarians? Perhaps I will write to them, there is no harm in gaining even written support. Would they bother sending money, or even troops? I do not know, their customs confuse me entirely. I will write regardless. Perhaps..."" he said, pondering for a few moments. ""Perhaps I will write to this pirate lord, Areo Cithien I believe, inviting him to raid the Empire and disrupt its trade"" he continued, putting forward the proposal.<br/><br/>""But, what if he stays after the war is over Lord?"" asked one of the commanders, notable for his completely bald head.<br/><br/>""We have no fleet, no reliance upon the sea for trade or food. Pirates are rarely a problem for more than several years anyway, eventually he will die and his fleet will break up. Not that I particularly envision him actually arriving here, it is a long way from the Stepstones. But, it may put the idea into other pirates heads, and anything that can be done to anger the Emperor is good enough for now. Now, I believe that is all for our current tactics. My legitimacy here is at question, many of these potential allies will simply think I am a treasonous vassal. Therefore I shall be crowned Dragonlord this afternoon, in a hasty and quick coronation. A true coronation can happen after we win the war, but such a rushed event will have to suffice for now. Return to your families, spread the word, attend in several hours. Now, go and fulfill your duties"" he said, dismissing them with a wave of his hand.<br/><br/>He called into the room one of the messengers, and handed him a letter written for the Emperor. ""You are to stop first at the company garrisoning Bhorash, tell them to flee as quickly and quietly as possible. If they have already been trapped by the Emperor, inform them that they are to wait at the entrance of Bhorash in anticipation of my arrival as a guard, then to attempt to slip away and return to Mantarys. If this is not possible, then simply deliver<span style=""font-style: italic"">this</span>message to the Emperor. May Meraxes save them, should the Emperor show his true bloodthirsty nature"" he said, patting the messenger on the shoulder and then dismissing him.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">~Several Hours Later~</span></div><br/><br/>""In the sight of the Gods of Valyria, and the nobles of this fair realm, you are named Dragonlord of Valyria, King of Mantarys and Master of the Demon Road. All hail the Dragonlord! May the Gods bless his reign!"" said one of the Seers, placing a<a class=""postlink"" href=""https://s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com/736x/50/3d/ef/503def61b356cbca845c8b4f7ad92d5c.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">dark and fearsome looking crown</a>upon his head. Those gathered before him knelt, repeating the last words of the Seer.<br/><br/>Talaemor stood, a half-smile appearing upon his face. ""Loyal men and woman of Mantarys, friends, we face a time of great hardship. Yet I would give anything to return freedom to our own, and to the rest of the cities. I will not rest until we have won our deserved freedom, and If I have to, I will cut the heart out of this false Emperor and feed it to his own cursed dragon. His army will be annihilated, his cities destitute, he will find himself friendless and broken. Then I will march on Meereen, smash down the gates and free the Lady Maelesa, who has been so wrongfully imprisoned for speaking the truth. Then, we shall know true peace, and return to our old and true ways. This, I promise you"" he said, receiving applause from the nobles gathered at the impromptu coronation. He departed from the Hall, heading towards his study, he had many letters to write.<br/><br/>On his way he found his son, Taemor, along with his daughter and his wife. They had been summoned to one of the private rooms within the Palace, he wished to speak to them. ""This is important, and you must promise me that you will tell no-one"" he said, waiting for them to nod. ""Taemor and Elaena, you are to depart the city secretly with a small armed guard. You are to head toe Volantis with a small amount of gold. From there you will lay low and sit out the war. If you should hear that we have lost, you are to depart for Westeros. There you will probably find enemies of the Emperor, and will be safe. You or your descendants must retake Mantarys, for it will wither and die without a Vaeleneos to guide it, we have been here since the beginning and will be at the end. Head out during the night, covered in simple robes. Dye your hair if necessary, simply survive"" he said, hugging them both quickly and kissing them on the foreheads. This may be the last time he would see them, but he felt little sorrow. At least should he fail the family would survive. Vysenna guided them away, heading towards their private rooms, tears going down her cheeks. This would be the first time that she was separated from her daughter, and it could potentially be permanent.<br/><br/>Talaemor finally reached his study, where he sat down and began scribbling out some letters. One of his scribes could rewrite them quickly and make them neater, as well as make several copies, just to be safe.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><div align=""center"">~Letters~</div></span><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Letter to the Emperor""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-style: italic"">To Aemon Targaryen, the Terrible called, False Emperor of Ghiscari, King of Ashes, Broken Promises, Ruins and Disease and the Protector of Sheep.</span><br/><br/>I most joyously reject your evil and malicious terms. You will immediately respond by freeing my wife, the Lady Maelesa, from such unjust imprisonment. You will make a public apology, noting that Valyria is a free and independent territory. You will pay a large ransom, to be decided at a later date, for your misdeeds. You will humbly surrender the territories of Tolos and Elyria, granting them their autonomy to join the Valyrian Freehold. You will surrender one of your young dragons to our care, along with several eggs. Then perpetual peace will be established between our two realms.<br/><br/>Failure to meet these terms will result in your annihilation. Consider your own life, the lives of your family, the lives of your soldiers. Then ask yourself, do you truly wish to risk the Demon Road? Do you wish to face the hundreds of Scorpions adorning our walls? Do you wish to discover what monsters lie in wait for you? If you are still brave or foolish enough to face us, then ask yourself, are you truly prepared to face the Demon of Mantarys?<br/><br/>I await your surrender most eagerly.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">signed, Talaemor Vaeleneos, Thirty fifth of his name, Dragonlord of Valyria, King of Mantarys, Master of the Demon Road and Protector of the Freehold.</span></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Letter to the Free Cities""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-style: italic"">To the Magnificent and Illustrious [Free City]</span><br/><br/>Freedom has reigned in Essos for a long time, since the Doom of Valyria, with trade flowing freely between our cities. However, an evil and malicious Empire has arisen to enslave all of our fair cities. It calls itself Ghiscari, yet it enslaves those who live in the area and now attempts to enslave those still living in Valyria. If left unchecked it will eventually swallow all of Essos, bloating in its decadence and gorging itself upon the misery of all. Yet I will not allow that to happen, for I have decided to stand up against the tyranny of such a beast. Together we can keep Essos free from this Targaryen menace, and resume free trade between us.<br/><br/>I ask for your aid, whether financially, militarily or through mercenaries, all help will be most appreciated. A victory will be won against this Empire, and all who help shall share in the glory of it. But I say this once again, if Mantarys falls then the western Demon Road lies open. Nothing then will stop the evil Emperor from breaking the peace that has reigned for so long.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">signed, Talaemor Vaeleneos, Thirty fifth of his name, Dragonlord of Valyria, King of Mantarys, Master of the Demon Road and Protector of the Freehold.</span></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Letter to the Imperial Governors""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-style: italic"">To the Illustrious [Imperial Governor] of [Ghiscari city]</span><br/><br/>I send this letter to you with much joy, for it brings the potential of liberation to your fair cities. All know that the Vaeleneos family has long worked with the cities of Ghiscar, primarily through trading which brought much wealth to our cities. It is to my regret that I have learnt that the 'Emperor of Ghiscar' is little more than a mad tyrant, bent on destroying the rights of those under him. I strongly urge you to join me in liberating yourselves from his cruel grasp and retaking control of your cities. Do not fear his dragon, for we are renowned Dragon-masters and slayers ourselves. I promise you, under binding oath, that when the war is won you shall be free and autonomous cities, or a coalition of your choosing, I leave the decision to you as people of Ghiscar. Remove your Westerosi Overlord, take back your laws, your religion, your rights.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">signed, Talaemor Vaeleneos, Thirty fifth of his name, Dragonlord of Valyria, King of Mantarys, Master of the Demon Road and Protector of the Freehold.</span></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Letter to the King of Westeros""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-style: italic"">To Aerion Targaryen, first of his name, King of the Andals, the Rhoynar, and the First Men; Lord of the Seven Kingdoms and Protector of the Realm</span><br/><br/>I write with the utmost respect to your Grace, in these troubling times. I understand that your elder brother, the Emperor Aemon, is an exile from your realm. What you may not know is that he intends to enslave Valyria, the birthplace of your family as well as mine. While I agree that this may be distant news to you, I must urge you to reconsider its urgency. If he conquers Valyria, he will soon move on to enslaving Essos. After that it is likely that he will attempt to usurp your throne, which all can agree is rightfully yours.<br/><br/>As one monarch to another, I think we both know that such malicious expansion shows the corrupt nature of the Emperor. He has lost his way, unlike your Grace, and will need to be put back in his place. I ask most humbly that you aid me in my defence against such an unwarranted attack. I understand that you are likely loathe to commit soldiers, which I fully understand, though I beg that you perhaps send financial aid which would be most gracious. Perhaps you could also allow volunteers to journey over and make their mark defeating the cruel Emperor? Such valiant Westerosi knights would do their gracious King much credit, there is no doubt. However, if this is too much, then perhaps simple support for our cause? It would be of much help to know that a fellow monarch of a great kingdom was in support of us.<br/><br/>I wish you a long and blessed reign, I only hope that I can help protect Westeros and Valyria from this attack.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">signed, Talaemor Vaeleneos, Thirty fifth of his name, Dragonlord of Valyria, Kingof Mantarys, Master of the Demon Road and Protector of the Freehold.</span></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Letter to the Banks""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To the most Magnificent [Free City Bank]<br/><br/>I, Talaemor Vaeleneos, Dragonlord of Valyria, King of Mantarys, Master of the Demon Road and Protector of the Freehold, requests an immediate loan from your bank. I am due to make war upon the Ghiscari Empire, and I recognise that you may not feel that the odds are in my favour, yet I urge you to reconsider. Mantarys is an extremely defensible position, any army attempting to even cross the Demon Road without permission will be destroyed. Now you understand that the odds are stacked against the Emperor. I will require as much gold as you see fit, enough to hire several mercenary companies. If you so wish, you could give the loan to me through hiring the companies for me.<br/><br/>I swear upon my Valyrian Gods, as well as your Gods and all the Gods worshipped by those who still live, that I, and my descendants, will repay such a loan at the interest that you ask. <br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">signed, Talaemor Vaeleneos, Thirty fifth of his name, Dragonlord of Valyria, King of Mantarys, Master of the Demon Road and Protector of the Freehold.</span></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Declaration to Mercenary companies""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To whom it may concern;<br/><br/>His Radiance, Talaemor Vaeleneos, Thirty fifth of his name, Dragonlord of Valyria, King of Mantarys, Master of the Demon Road and Protector of the Freehold, is hiring mercenary companies to join him in his war against the Empire of Ghiscar. Such companies will be paid handsomely for their work, with undisputed shares of spoils of war being given. Protection along the Demon Road will be provided. <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Sealed with the official stamp of Valyria</span></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/pdqPrRP.png""/></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Letter to Areo Cithien""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-style: italic"">To the most magnificent, illustrious and excellent Areo Cithien, King of the Stepstones, Lys, and Tyrosh and Lord of Sunstone</span><br/><br/>I write to you with an invitation, that I believe will prove most useful to both of us. The Emperor of Ghiscar has unjustly declared war upon Mantarys, and therefore Valyria, and will be moving his full might against us. During this time I believe his Empire will be defenceless, with his full attention drawn to us. Therefore, I believe that you and your fleet would be able to raid his coastal cities and disrupt trade. The loot is likely unimaginable, and I strongly urge you to consider such an expedition.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">signed, Talaemor Vaeleneos, Thirty fifth of his name, Dragonlord of Valyria, King of Mantarys, Master of the Demon Road and Protector of the Freehold.</span></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Pamphlets for the cities of the Empire""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-style: italic"">To the oppressed citizens of the Empire</span><br/><br/>Do you remember a time of freedom, before the Empire came in and ripped those rights away from you? Such wanton death and destruction was caused, all for a false sense of 'liberation'. The slaves simply traded one master for another, they traded silk beds for hard mats. You, the noble and good people, were shunned and blamed. Your traditions dating back centuries were spat upon, and Westerosi customs were pressed unto you without your consent. Aemon the Terrible holds your chains, as his mother once did. Talaemor Vaeleneos, your friend and ally, has stood up to this tyranny, after Aemon the Terrible imprisoned his wife with no legal basis. How long will it be before this malicious Emperor imprisons your family and enslaves you just because you stand up for what is yours.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">-A small drawing of Aemon is included, holding several collars in one hand and dipping children into burning oil in the other-</span><br/><br/>This is the fate he promises, yet it is not the fate that we have to accept. Stand up for what is yours, stand up for your freedoms. Talaemor promises you autonomy, freedom and trade. Ask yourself, what does this Emperor offer you? Your answer was oppression, disease and death. He is a foul curse that we must be rid of, one who would replace the Gods of Ghiscar with his own Red God. Take back your cities, your freedoms, your rights. Take back Ghiscar!<br/><br/>-A small drawing of a united army, waving the banners of Ghiscar, several Free Cities, and Valyria-</blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Letter to Elyria""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-style: italic"">To the [Lord of Elyria]</span><br/><br/>Long have I considered you my ally, my trading partner, my fellow Valyrian. As you know I have had the utmost respect for Elyria, as you have been honourable always, unlike the evil Tolosi. I write to you with a great sadness. The false Emperor has imprisoned my wife, the Lady Maelesa, for unjust and make-believe reasons. I believe he intends to assault her in ways most vile, the shame of it. I ask you now to join me in a movement for Independence. I ask that you join the Valyrian Freehold.<br/><br/>You may believe that I am asking you to surrender your autonomy, but that is just lies likely spread by the Emperor. I would have you made King of Elyria, as you rightfully should be, and a partner in ruling the Freehold. Your city would have autonomy, as always, and would be bound by no laws made by me or my kin. The Freehold would be a defensive, and mercantile, alliance. It would be modeled on the Old Valyrian Freehold, but updated to match the more modern world. I understand the hardships that will come with this war, but I urge you to consider joining me. We can win, we will win. Valyria united.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">signed, Talaemor Vaeleneos, Thirty fifth of his name, Dragonlord of Valyria, King of Mantarys, Master of the Demon Road and Protector of the Freehold.</span></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Open Declaration of Independence""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To all whom it may concern;<br/><br/>On this most joyful day, His Radiance, Talaemor Vaeleneos, Thirty fifth of his name, Dragonlord of Valyria, King of Mantarys, Master of the Demon Road and Protector of the Freehold, has declared that the Valyrian Freehold is to be independent of the Empire of Ghiscar. The current Emperor, Aemon the Terrible, had falsely usurped the title of Dragonlord of Valyria, despite having no legal claim to it. He has attempted to use threats of death to force the population of Valyria into submission, but his Radiance has decided to stand up and fight for his people.<br/><br/>His Radiance urges all other nations to take up arms against the Emperor, as it is known he intends to make war upon the entire world. His Radiance would also like the other nations, kingdoms and cities to note that the Valyrian Freehold has no interest in expanding its borders or reclaiming any 'colonies' of the Old Valyrian Freehold. His Radiance is simply interested in defending Valyria from this foreign invader, and he has decided that all claims upon the Free Cities of Essos are to be legally and spiritually null and void. He recognises the majesty and independence of these cities, and urges that they do the same to the Freehold.<br/><br/>[b]<span style=""font-style: italic"">Sealed with the official stamp of Valyria</span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/pdqPrRP.png""/></blockquote></div></div></div>"
14923,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=525,2015-02-06T12:51:00,Diliath,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Mordonin Jaerator, Meereen.<br/><br/>Three days after the battle of Kosrak.</span><br/><br/>Mordonin was impressed by the immortal guards and the riches in the audience room, but he didn't show any emotion. As he kneeled before the emperor did he start to speak:<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Thank you mighty emperor, It was a pleasure to be in your Meereen, but alas, as you well know do I have to go eastwards. And on my way eastwards would I like to be accompanied by your soldiers. Ships are dripping into the port of Meereen and many of them are in my possesion. I'm planning to transport the army in the ships ship by ship. When half the ships have reached Qarth without my enemies there know hat they're there will we send the other half a once. When they've arrived will they occupy the city from out of the port, while my followers will take the walls. When we then control the city do I wish to take control of the other parts of the realm of Qarth with the help of your forces, the golden company and other mercenary companies. When the whole Qartheen realm is conquered ill you get your payment and ships. But even then do I still wish the help of your mighty armies to keep peace in the realm and to train my army. When all that has happened will I create my own army and won't I ask anything of you anymore. Then will my forces and money help You. So what do you say mighty emperor, will you help me with taking Qarth?""</span>Mordonin looked up to the man on the throne, awaiting his response.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Four days after the battle of Kosrak.</span><br/><br/>Mordonin Jaerator took up his pen to write an answer to Aerys waters.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Aerys Waters, commander of the golden Company<br/>From: Mordonin Jaerator.<br/><br/>I'm glad you accepted my offer. I would like to meet you in Qarth, but I need your services before we meet. I want you to take port Yhos. My cousin Aelid will await you in Meereen or another city in Slaver's bay if you prefer that. He will tell you what my plans are as I don't put them in a letter. If you posses ships do I want to ask you to come with them, because that makes it easier to take port Yhos. I would like to know if you have them for the planning of the campaign. I'm looking forward to fight with you and your men and I hope we'll have a good collaboration.</blockquote>"
14924,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=525,2015-02-06T13:17:00,Tracian Empire,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Aerys Waters, the Dragon's Bastard, Commander of the Golden Company- The Gulf of Grief</span></span></span></span><br/><br/>The Golden Company arrived after one month of sailing in the Gulf of Grief. 60 ships, carrying 20.000 mercenaries.<br/><br/>Even if the ships were at a pretty big distance from Valyria, but the sky was still red and the smoke was visible. The smoke that covered what was once the world's biggest empire.<br/>Aerys was standing on the deck of his admiral ship, the Dragon's Hate. He was looking at the smoke, trying to imagine how Valyria had looked in it's Golden Ages. Somebody put his hand on Aerys's shoulder. He turned around to see Snow.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Aerys, we have received a message from our employer.""|</span>, said Snow giving Aerys a paper.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""This just arrived from Meereeen."" </span>.Aerys took the paper and read the message on it.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Thank you Snow, I will go and write an answer in my cabin.""</span>, said Aerys.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Of course commander""</span>, answered the lieutenant. Aerys went in his cabin and wrote an answer.<br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Mordonin Jaerator<br/>From: Aerys Waters<br/> Of course that we will take the port Yhos for you. We will need to stop in Astapor to replenish our supplies. We could take your cousin from there. Please assure Emperor Aemon that we don't have any hostile intentions. I hope that we'll have a good collaboration too, and that my next message to you will be about our victory in Yhos. Not that the port will be hard to conquer.The Golden Company is at your disposition.</blockquote>.</div></div></div><br/>Aerys went to the deck to sent the message. After that, he ordered the whole fleet to sail in the direction of Astapor."
14925,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=525,2015-02-08T07:01:00,Of the Quendi,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;"">The Ghiscari Empire</span><br/>The Imperial City of Meereen, in the Bay of Ghiscari<br/>Under the sovereignty of Aemon the Magnificent Targaryen</span></span><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://img2.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20120317181433/asoiaf/zh/images/d/d2/House_Targaryen_crest.PNG""/><br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Aemon Targaryen</span></span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Early morning on the third day after the Battle of Kosrak</span></div><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">G</span></span>reeting his wife with a soft kiss on her lips and his daughter a tender one on her forehead holding each of them in turn the Emperor smiled; happy.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Desi, Rhae.""</span>He said, a perhaps not terribly witty play on the fact that his pet names for his first wife and heir when spoken in connection with one another sounded like the full name of both of them.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""And I am most pleased to be with you again.""</span>The emperor responded to the remarks of his wife and daughter before falling quiet, for a moment, content.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">T</span></span>rying to savor the moment Aemon extended a finger towards Ghirach, rubbing its stomach playfully. Not for the first time the emperor pondered if he could have been a happier man then he was absent crown and purple tokar, living an ordinary life with Desiree and Desirhae rather than rule over the fate of millions. But neither for the first time the emperor dismissed the thought. He was no ordinary man, he was Aemon Targaryen, R'hllor's chosen, the Last Son of Valyria and the Restorer of Ghiscar. So Aemon allowed the moment to pass and when he spoke again it was the words of the emperor.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">G</span></span>esturing towards his table where, finally, servants was preparing a sold breakfast for the famished sovereign and his family, the emperor spoke;<span style=""font-style: italic"">""I bring good tidings from the east. Kosrak has been saved and Viserys, for it was indeed him, appeased.""</span>The emperor said taking his seat.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""But while I treated with him I understand from Missandei that things have not been quiet here in Meereen?""</span>Aemon added.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;"">The Ghiscari Empire</span><br/>The Imperial City of Meereen, in the Bay of Ghiscari<br/>Under the sovereignty of Aemon the Magnificent Targaryen</span></span><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d4/GhisHarpie.png""/><br/><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lady Missandei</span></span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Midday on the third day after the Battle of Kosrak</span></div><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">A</span></span>s Mordonin Jaerator talked Missandei observed the emperor carefully trying to gauge the responsiveness of her liege to the man's words. He was a hard man to read Missandei had always found. Those pools of burning purple flames that was the emperor's eyes seemed so filled with such strong emotions that Missandei could not discern a thought from them. With his attendants gone Aemon rose from his golden throne and like a predator encircling its prey approached the kneeling warlock and for a brief moment as Jaerator spoke of his sellswords Missandei thought she saw something that looked like unbridled desire in the eyes of the dragon emperor, and she knew that there was something she was missing.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">T</span></span>he emperor nodded ponderously at the words of the warlock.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""We are intend to offer you Our assistance in this grand enterprise you propose warlock.""</span>Aemon proclaimed.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""A bird flew this morning to New Ghis instructing the three legions We have there stationed to prepare for deployment to Qarth to aid you in your quest.""</span>The emperor declared.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""One you may ship to Qarth, concealed on your ships in secrecy. The other two shall arrive openly with the second half of your fleet. Those three legions, more than fifteen thousand men, We offer you for your coup. When it is done We shall keep one legion in Qarth to train your forces and assist you against your adversaries. Furthermore We shall deploy naval forces to Port Yhos, the Qaathi city nearest Our empire. This We offer in exchange for your fealty and allegiance Mordonin of House Jaerator, as Our vassal lord of Qarth.""</span>Aemon growled in a tone of voice that reminded Missandei less of a man and more of the roars of Rhaegal or Viserion when they set upon an oxen or elephant.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">T</span></span>hen Aemon leaned in towards the warlock, grabbing the underside of the man's forearm and pulling him up from his kneeling position. But the emperor did not let go, of what Missandei guessed was quite a firm grip, as the warlock stood. Locking eyes with the warlock the emperor continued;<span style=""font-style: italic"">""But first, We would have your oath of allegiance, friend Mordonin, as Our vassal and subject.""</span>The emperor adamantly ordered.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;"">The Ghiscari Empire</span><br/>The Imperial City of Meereen, in the Bay of Ghiscari<br/>Under the sovereignty of Aemon the Magnificent Targaryen</span></span><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://img2.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20120317181433/asoiaf/zh/images/d/d2/House_Targaryen_crest.PNG""/><br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Aemon Targaryen</span></span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Afternoon on the third day after the Battle of Kosrak</span></div><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">T</span></span>h emperor departed Meereen riding his black stallion Midnight with his army at his back and the citizens of Meereen cheering his name. The sound of iron clad feet marching was as commonplace and mundane as any in Aemon's empire. By steel and blood and dragon fire the second empire had been forged upon the ruins of the ancient Ghiscari empire that had been undone in similar fashion. The screams of the Yunkish, the New Ghiscari and the Dothraki, the sound of the lash upon the backs of the enemy and the roar of Rhaegal and Viserion had heralded its coming and in the blood of nations it had been baptized.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">A</span></span>emon wished that he could find in his soul antipathy and remorse for the devastation he had brought on those who had stood in the way of his empire in the past but he could not. He had no remorse. He had thrived on his wars, longed for them and reveled in the bloodshed. The emperor heard the roar of Rhaegal high above his army and knew it shared his sentiment. War was in its blood as it was in Aemon's and Aemon would not pity the people of Mantarys and their insolent prince. They had chosen their own fate. They had chosen Blood and Fire.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">R</span></span>aising a gauntlet clad fist above his head, the emperor shouted without words of human tongue, answering Rhaegal's roar in turn, dragon to dragon. The Immortals, ten thousand of them, began to slam their spears down on the cobbled streets of Meereen in tune with their lockstep march creating an infernal noise. As they exited the city through the northern gate, followed by another ten thousand auxiliaries, mainly the archer companies, some cavalry companies and of course the emperor's personal bodyguard the companion cavalry they marched across the great bridge spanning the Skahadzaban and began to form disciplined ranks on a field north of the river.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">R</span></span>iding out in front of them Aemon turned his horse to admire the sight of his army of twenty thousand men. Another army, almost equal in size, would be assembled in Tolos consisting mainly of the legion stationed there, and the Elyrian and Tolosi auxiliaries.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Men of Ghiscar.""</span>Aemon roared with an inhumane voice that was drowned out by another roar from Rhaegal and the echo of Viserion's reply from within Meereen.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Men of Valyria, Men of Lhazar, Men of Westeros.""</span>The emperor continued.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Mantarys, a city of monsters and degenerate wretches, has proven itself false breaking all bonds of fealty and servitude to Our great and illustrious empire. Its princess in her arrogance names me tyrant and you slaves.""</span>Aemon roared, receiving the first cries of indignation from the auxiliaries. But not a word from the Immortals who stood silent and motionless under the warm rays of the sun.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">R</span></span>iding his horse in front of his army Aemon demonstratively spat on the warm sand beneath him.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""This faithless city, has dared to challenge the empire, claiming that Talaemor Vaeleneos should rule over the lands my mother conquered and we all built from ashes to splendor and greatness. This false prince would have you in chains before his feet like dogs as he wear my crown. But I say to you that no more then the sky has two suns shall the east bear two kings and that we shall bring to this faithless traitor and pretender that message that there can be but one Empire and one Emperor over the whole world and that he shall not be it.""</span>Aemon roared, receiving cheers in return.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""We shall assail Mantarys and lay waste to her if she does not submit to us and accept that it is I and I alone who are the ruler of all the east.""</span>Aemon proclaimed.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Fire and Blood!""</span>He shouted, prompting the auxiliaries to answer the call while the Immortals began banging their spears against their shields.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">F</span></span>or a while the soldiers made clear their enthusiasm for the war and Aemon laughed loudly. But then he began passing out orders to his commanders, Grey Worm chief among them. Soon half the auxiliary force was beginning to board the ships that would sail them to Bhorash under the command of Ser Corlys Velaryon and Ser Tumco Lho to ambush what forces Mantarys had their, while the remainder of the army, lead by Grey Worm and Aemon himself, began the first part of the long march to Bhorash."
14926,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=525,2015-02-08T12:46:00,Diliath,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Mordonin Jaerator, Meereen<br/><br/>Three days after the battle of Kosrak.</span><br/><br/>Mordonin wasn't suprised about the emperors ask for allegiance, but he was impressed by this man's wild attitude. And when he looked with his own cold, purple eyes in the wild ones from the other valyrian was he sure that he had to do with a dragonlord. As he and the emperor were holding eachothers arm in silence for a few minutes decided Mordonin that he would plee his allegiance to the emperor. And as Mordonin realized that he and his family would be under the protection of the empire as bannermen started he to move his bue lips:""<span style=""font-style: italic"">I, Mordonin of house Jaerator swear allegiance and fealty to Aemon Targaryen first of his name, emperor of Ghiscar, king of Astapor, Yunkai and Meereen, protector of the Lhazar lord of the seven kingdoms, king of the Andals, the Rhoynar and the First Men. That you'll always be welcome at my table and in my house and that I'll serve you from this day until my last; under your protection.</span>"" After these words bowed Mordonin for the emperor in the knowledge he was now vassal of the most powerful man in the world."
14927,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=525,2015-02-08T13:03:00,Nuridia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Of the Quendi <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=23434854#p23434854"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;"">The Ghiscari Empire</span><br/>The Imperial City of Meereen, in the Bay of Ghiscari<br/>Under the sovereignty of Aemon the Magnificent Targaryen</span></span><br/><br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://img2.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20120317181433/asoiaf/zh/images/d/d2/House_Targaryen_crest.PNG"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Aemon Targaryen</span></span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Early morning on the third day after the Battle of Kosrak</span></div><br/><hr/> <br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">G</span></span>reeting his wife with a soft kiss on her lips and his daughter a tender one on her forehead holding each of them in turn the Emperor smiled; happy. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""Desi, Rhae.""</span> He said, a perhaps not terribly witty play on the fact that his pet names for his first wife and heir when spoken in connection with one another sounded like the full name of both of them. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""And I am most pleased to be with you again.""</span> The emperor responded to the remarks of his wife and daughter before falling quiet, for a moment, content. <br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">T</span></span>rying to savor the moment Aemon extended a finger towards Ghirach, rubbing its stomach playfully. Not for the first time the emperor pondered if he could have been a happier man then he was absent crown and purple tokar, living an ordinary life with Desiree and Desirhae rather than rule over the fate of millions. But neither for the first time the emperor dismissed the thought. He was no ordinary man, he was Aemon Targaryen, R'hllor's chosen, the Last Son of Valyria and the Restorer of Ghiscar. So Aemon allowed the moment to pass and when he spoke again it was the words of the emperor. <br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">G</span></span>esturing towards his table where, finally, servants was preparing a sold breakfast for the famished sovereign and his family, the emperor spoke; <span style=""font-style: italic"">""I bring good tidings from the east. Kosrak has been saved and Viserys, for it was indeed him, appeased.""</span> The emperor said taking his seat. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""But while I treated with him I understand from Missandei that things have not been quiet here in Meereen?""</span> Aemon added. </div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Not by a longshot, I'm sure that the Grand Vizier has told you about that Vaeleneos woman. She came in heterogeneous and I believe she has some sort of plot to entrap us, or even assassination. "" Desiree told her husband as she say down to breakfast.<br/><br/>""I hope that dreaded Maelesa and her family go down in blood and flames they're terrible people Daddy."" Desirhae hadn't called the emperor that ever since she was a child, but sometimes reverted to it when she was happy or angry. Ghirach nipped at Aemon's fingers playfully when the emperor rubbed his stomach. For that moment, all seemed right with the Imperial family again if only for that brief moment."
14928,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=525,2015-02-08T19:56:00,Asyir,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ser Ryndar Hightower, The Tourney Grounds, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>The tourney was about to begin, Ryndar sensed. He moved near the tent flap, with his<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://www.google.com/imgres?imgurl=http://fc08.deviantart.net/fs70/i/2010/044/4/b/Griffon_Knights_helm_by_DragonArmoury.jpg&amp;imgrefurl=http://azmal.deviantart.com/art/Green-Elven-Knight-Helmet-Compiled-387029769&amp;h=1171&amp;w=900&amp;tbnid=zBc4vClB7DYw3M:&amp;zoom=1&amp;docid=YqojrWihAvMqVM&amp;ei=0RvYVPrKOc34yQTMzYCwDw&amp;tbm=isch&amp;ved=0CE0QMygfMB8"" rel=""nofollow"">helmet</a>underneath his right armed, tucked tightly in his arm pit. The helmet was elegantly crafted for him. It bore the sigil of house Hightower slightly above where his eyes would be. It was light, and crafted for Ryndar's fighting style. With his left hand, he checked the strap of his Valyrian steel sword<span style=""font-style: italic"">Vigilance</span>, the blade of house Hightower, entrusted to him by his father Lord Jovaryn.<br/><br/>The knight opened the flap and saw his brother, Ser Olyvar, wearing his elegant<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://www.google.com/imgres?imgurl=https://s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com/originals/4e/27/42/4e2742ef1144c1c66cbde6aefec7d8d7.jpg&amp;imgrefurl=http://animal-kid.com/medieval-fantasy-armor.html&amp;h=700&amp;w=617&amp;tbnid=o3w76MRY0D2N8M:&amp;zoom=1&amp;docid=6RS47467sD5ufM&amp;ei=whzYVOaDM4T2yQSgiYCwCQ&amp;tbm=isch&amp;ved=0CIcBEDMoWTBZ"" rel=""nofollow"">silver and gold plate</a>. Ryndar knew his brother preferred to fight donning fantastical arms and armor, but this was simply over doing it, at least as Ryndar saw it. Regardless, the two clasped arms, greeting each other.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Brother,""</span>Olyvar said as the two embraced, a sense of anxiety in his voice.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Are you ready for the melee? To fight alongside our lord Loras?""</span><br/><br/>Ryndar pulled his brothers head towards his lips, so he could faintly whisper into his younger siblings ears.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Quiet Olyvar. We can't make our alliance known to everyone. Don't fuck this up. Just fight and hold. Think of nothing but steel and blade.""</span><br/><br/>Olyvar broke the embrace.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Of course brother. Let us be on towards the grounds.""</span><br/><br/>The two walked with a small entourage of several knights from Oldtown behind them. When they arrived upon the grounds, they spotted lord Loras Tyrell. Both the Hightowers walked towards Loras.<br/><br/>Ryndar bowed as they got close.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Greetings Lord Loras. May the warrior guide your blade today.""</span><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Arren the ""Eagle Eye"", Tourney Grounds</span><br/><br/>Arren walked steadily towards the grounds, once he saw a great commotion of knights, squires, and other opportunists making their way to the grounds. Arren felt out of place, as he wore only simple leather over a suit of chain. He boasted only a simple steel longsword. A bow was no good for a melee, so he left that back at the inn. He strapped and tightened his chain coif.<br/><br/>Upon arriving, he saw Lord Loras Tyrell, the paramount that wanted him to beat Aerion. Arren still hadn't the faintest idea why a King would even take place in his own melee. Arren moved to a suitable spot, where upon a knight in plate greeted him.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""May the Seven grant you luck ser.""</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""I ain't no ser, nor do I want your Seven's luck. Piss off.""</span><br/><br/>The knight scoffed, and held a look of disgust, that made Arren smirk. The knight lowered his visor, and moved away from Arren.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""I'll be looking for you on the field.""</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""And I'll be waiting for you. Just don't shit yourself when a commoner knocks your ass down.""</span>"
14929,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=525,2015-02-08T20:55:00,Phalnia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ser Bari Postel, Knight of Bear's Dock<br/>Tourney Grounds, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>Ser Postel sat on his horse, breathing heavily. He hadn't competed in a tourney in nearly seven years, having lived in the North for so long. His nerves were biting at him, he feared he may be out of practice.<br/><br/>The knight recalled his last outing well. It had been in the Riverlands, when he was still a hedge-knight. Some lord had planned the tourney in honor of a marriage. Ser Postel had performed well-enough. He dismounted several knights in the joust and was among the last handful to be eliminated in the melee. His above average performance and status as a hedge-knight had attracted the attention of a merchant, who hired him as a sworn shield.<br/><br/>But, that was years ago and Bari reminded himself to focus on the present. He checked over the various straps and buckles on his armor they were all tight and strong. He lowered the visor on his helm and gripped his<a class=""postlink"" href=""https://makezineblog.files.wordpress.com/2009/11/the_hammer_is_my.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">hammer</a>tightly. Ser Bari moved his horse forward with a slight kick as he lowered his visor. He was ready to begin."
14930,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=525,2015-02-09T09:35:00,Of the Quendi,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;"">The Ghiscari Empire</span><br/>The Imperial City of Meereen, in the Bay of Ghiscari<br/>Under the sovereignty of Aemon the Magnificent Targaryen</span></span><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://img2.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20120317181433/asoiaf/zh/images/d/d2/House_Targaryen_crest.PNG""/><br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Aemon Targaryen</span></span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Early morning on the third day after the Battle of Kosrak</span></div><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">S</span></span>mirking a bit, most uncharacteristic of the Emperor of All the Ghiscari though less so far Aemon, at his wife's word Aemon waved aside a number of servants bringing in a plethora of pastries, fruits, berries, biscuits, cheeses and other such dishes with a grimace. A starved dragon ate neither greenery nor baked goods nor dairy and first when a pheasant was presented did the emperor react with elation. So much that he even chuckled at the words of his wife.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Some assassin to allow herself to be arrested for treason.""</span>The emperor remarked, carving a large chunk of pheasant for himself.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""That she had no errand but to spread discord seems evident but of such infamy I do not think her capable.""</span>Aemon said, his mood as he contemplated the Vaeleneos family quickly deteriorating.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">E</span></span>ven more so when Desirhae declared her antipathy towards the Vaeleneos family. Passing his daughter one of the pastry pieces that presumably was there for her rather then his and Desiree's benefit Aemon observed his only child and future heir. Somehow, almost surreptitiously, she had grown to the cusps of adulthood without Aemon's knowledge and most certainly without his permission. She towered over her mother and had more then a passing resemblance to Aemon's. But unlike Aemon's mother Desirhae had lived, as Aemon had wanted it, a life in plenty and comfort in Meereen, shielded from the harsher realities that had faced both Aemon himself and before him both his parents. The war against Mantarys would not change that fact if Aemon did not will it so, but the war he had promised Viserys to wage against the Tyrell's likely would.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">N</span></span>oddingly slowly, ponderously, at his daughter's words Aemon shrugged.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Mayhaps they are.""</span>The emperor conceded.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Mayhaps they aren't.""</span>He said.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Many, maybe even millions, would wish a similar end upon me for similar reasons. Lady Maelesa is a traitor and that her brother-husband will join her in her treason I do not doubt. For that I must wage war upon them that much is certain. But let us not forget that the Vaeleneos family are as Valyrian as ours, mayhaps even more. What is in their nature we might also find in our own should we dare look. I have never had any illusions about what House Vaeleneos is? They warred against my mother thirty years past and has spent the past decade being in every way conceivable recalcitrant and obstinate. Yet I suffered them for ten years when I could have unleashed such fire and such blood upon them that they would have surely fallen, did I not?""</span>The emperor mused philosophically, filling a tingle of regret at the war that awaited him.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""In my dreams I still see Valyria in all her splendor. Forty families ruled it and all but two has been destroyed. I do not wish to be the Last Son of Valyria so I suffered the Vaeleneos family, and once I even hoped to wed you, my child, to their family and thus mend our differences lay the foundation of a New Valyria.""</span>Aemon stated.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">R</span></span>ealizing that his words could sound like a rather harsh admonishment of his daughter Aemon gave her a brief smile.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""No doubt you are right to call them terrible, but not half so as I to our foes, or my mother to hers. Terror is in our blood. Our terror, our fire and blood, has laid waste to kingdoms and cities and built the Targaryen wealth and might.""</span>Taking a healthy sip from a goblet of sweet wine Aemon shrugged.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Well, the Lady Maelesa has committed treason for that there can be no excuse. Lest their terror proves a match for mine the Vaeleneos family will be erased from the pages of history. I march with the army in a few hours to rid us of them once and for all. For better or worse they are done.""</span>The emperor declared.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;"">The Ghiscari Empire</span><br/>The Imperial City of Meereen, in the Bay of Ghiscari<br/>Under the sovereignty of Aemon the Magnificent Targaryen</span></span><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d4/GhisHarpie.png""/><br/><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lady Missandei</span></span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Midday on the third day after the Battle of Kosrak</span></div><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">A</span></span>s she observed her emperor and the Qartheen warlock locked arms Missandei had to resist a temptation to roll her eyes. War was coming and Aemon, the wisest and most sagacious prince she had ever known, had a tendency to revert to some rather primitive martial behavior in such situation. Hence the arm grasp, she suspected.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">T</span></span>he emperor received Mordonin Jaerator's oath with a grunt. Then he spoke himself.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""And We Aemon, named the Magnificent, of the illustrious House Targaryen, Emperor of All the Ghiscari, King of Meereen, King of Yunkai and King of Astapor, Protector of the Lhazar and Dragonlord of Valyria, shall not forget what is Us offered, nor fail to reward that which is Us given; fealty with love, valor with honor, oath-breaking with vengeance.""</span>The Emperor declared, letting go of Jaerator's arm as the man bowed.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Stand Lord Mordonin Jaearator, Our bannerman and vassal, future Prince of Qarth and the Qaathi under Our suzerainty, and go forth with Our blessings.""</span>The Emperor declared.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">T</span></span>he ritual concluded the Grand Vizier approached the two men though she still instinctively felt that the emperor was not quite yet done with his new vassal, to escort Mordonin Jaerator out. Ordinarily the emperor treated those who swore him oaths of fealty to feasting and merrymaking but with several military adventures in the works there was little time for such pleasantries so the vizier merely gave the warlock a polite nod.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Lord Mordonin.""</span>She spoke, calling him by that title for the first time, gesturing towards the doors.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""If you would kindly follow me.""</span>Missandei spoke.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">O</span></span>nly to be interrupted by the emperor. Walking back up the stairs to the dais on which his throne stood Aemon, innocuously as if merely by a passing thought, turned towards his new vassal.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""I hear you have summoned the Golden Company from the Free Cities to aid us against the Qartheen My Lord?""</span>Aemon nonchalantly said.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Do you know their commander well?""</span><br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;"">The Ghiscari Empire</span><br/>The Bay of Bhorash, in the Bay of Ghiscari<br/>Under the sovereignty of Aemon the Magnificent Targaryen</span></span><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://viki.gameofthronestr.com/images/250x334xVelaryon.png.pagespeed.ic._qjbzIrqxm.png""/><br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ser Corlys Velaryon, Grand Admiral of Ghiscar</span></span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Morning on the sixth day after the Battle of Kosrak</span></div><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">S</span></span>tanding on the bridge of his flagship as it cut through the mists of the bay of Bhorash on the third day from their departure from Meereen Ser Corlys Velaryon's gaze was set on the faint contours of lands he could observe to the north where he knew the ruined city of Bhorash and the Mantarine garrison stationed there awaited him, Ser Tumco Lho and their men. It was only a little under a day since Lord Talaemor received his summoning to the Meereenese court and Ser Corlys was confident that he had managed to bring the vanguard of the imperial expeditionary force to Bhorash in time to ambush and capture an unprepared garrison and win the first battle, or skirmish, for the emperor.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">A</span></span>s the mists began to recede with the onset of dawn Ser Corlys quietly observed how his fleet, sixty three warships and some two dozen conscripted merchant ships carrying supplies, began to become visible. Knowing the moment of surprise was over he made a commandeering gesture and moments later the speed with which the oarsmen rowed the ships intensified as the drummers increased the pace. Ser Corlys Velaryson gave Ser Tumco Lho a curt nod, alerting the first sword of the emperor to the fact that they would be upon Bhorash imminently. The First Sword drew his blade and began issuing orders to the, mainly auxiliary, soldiers resting on the deck of Ser Corlys's galleass, rousing them for battle.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">I</span></span>n the distance, on the westernmost flank of the fleet, three of the nine flotilla's Ser Corlys Velaryon commanded broke rank, sailing further westwards. The three hundred horsemen and five hundred infantrymen, mostly archers, onboard those vessels would land several miles west of Bhorash with instructions to prevent any attempt by the garrison at Bhorash to escape the trap the empire was about to spring on them."
14931,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=525,2015-02-09T10:56:00,Krugmar,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">House Vaeleneos</span> <br/>Vaeleneos Palace - Mantarys<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Six days after the Battle of Kosrak</span><br/>Talaemor Vaeleneos, <span style=""font-style: italic"">Dragonlord of Valyria,</span> <span style=""font-style: italic"">King</span> of Mantarys and Master of the Demon Road</span></div><hr/><br/><br/>Talaemor sat upon his throne, idly drumming the armrest, waiting for some news to relieve him of such boredom. Finally the Prefect of the I Legion, Maedor Lennalys, entered the Great Hall, he strode towards the throne and took a knee. ""Your Radiance, the two mercenary companies have been made completely loyal to you. Rewards were promised to the Captains, who have agreed to fight for you against the Empire. One of the Captains refused, and I believe that his colleagues literally tore him to pieces. The first company, the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Dead Men of Oros</span>, a company of around 2000 men, have sworn a more complete fealty to you. I question their claimed Valyrian heritage, for none of them bear the marks, but they will make a good edition to our own Legions"" he said, his scarred mouth causing slight difficulty in speech.<br/><br/>""Excellent, what of this other company then?"" asked Talaemor, leaning forward slightly.<br/><br/>""They call themselves the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Wildmen of the Mountains</span>. I believe that they are just wildfolk from the Painted Mountains who have simply come for the offer of gold and loot. They are around 750 to 1000, and are all lightly equipped and armed. Useful for raiding and skirmishing, not much else"" Maedor replied.<br/><br/>""Send them to the Painted Mountains, perhaps they can rally any kin they have there? In any case, they will assist our II Legion troops stationed there in harrying and ambushing the Imperial army as it makes its way across the Demon Road"" commanded Talaemor. The Prefect nodded, bowed, then exited the room to pass on the orders. Talaemor leaned back into his chair, waiting was always the worst part of war.<br/><br/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">House Vaeleneos</span> <br/>Ruins of Bhorash<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Six days after the Battle of Kosrak</span><br/>Balaevar Galdaerys, Commander of the 1st Company, II Legion.</span></div><hr/><br/><br/>""Commander, ships sighted!"" frantically shouted one of the junior officers, jumping up and down to gain the captains attention. The grizzled old commander, his dark hair turning white and his violet eyes losing their lustre, turned to face the young man.<br/><br/>""Eh? Ships?"" he said, as he strode forwards to where the officer had been perched, but could see none of the shoreline. He then saw one of the archers standing nearby, obviously the one who had relayed the message. ""You there, what flags were they flying?"" he asked in a gruff tone.<br/><br/>""I could not make it out the animal sir, but it was red on a black background, and I think I saw a harpy too. There were many ships, all heading in this direction"" he answered meekly, almost causing Balaevar to laugh when he did a half-bow. These new-bloods in the veteran companies were a joke, temporarily handed over by Taemor to reinforce his company after several had been lost in a freak accident.<br/><br/>""That sounds like the damned banner of the Empire, pull the men together and get them armed and ready"" he replied, pushing the archer away to relay the message.<br/><br/>""Will we be resisting commander?"" asked the young officer, a recent transfer after a Tolosi skirmish a few months back.<br/><br/>""I hope we won't have to, but it doesn't take a genius to work out what is going on"" he answered, while perching himself upon a ledge to get a better look. He counted quite a few ships, all of them heading towards Bhorash. He saw several break off and head west,<span style=""font-style: italic"">what were they doing?</span>""I think his Lordship has kicked the hornets nest again, but this time I think it has responded. No orders though... his lordship must not know of this attack. ""You there, archer? Run to Mantarys as fast as you can, inform his lordship as to what has happened. Try not to get caught"" he said to a small and wiry archer, hopefully one who could outrun those ships heading west or the men on them. He knew the man would never make it, but he might be able to slip past or evade capture.<br/><br/>""Alright, this is what we are going to do. We have prepared for this, fighting in these ruins, for quite a few damned boring years. Archers and poltasts are to take their positions hidden in the ruins, ledges... you know the drill. The rest of you are to fan out, hide where you can and get ready to ambush any poor sod who gets in your way. Spearmen are to form positions, block key areas and are to be protected by the swordsmen. Officers, you are to take charge of your units. Contubernia's 16 and 17, follow me!"" he shouted, watching as the men hurried away to their positions. The Contubernias he took with him, made of ten men each, were both made up of swordsmen, light on their feet in they needed to make a runner. He made his way to the shoreline with them at his back, swords sheathed, carrying the twin dragon banners, one showing the gold and one the red. Hopefully he could negotiate before everything turned violent, else he and all his men would be dead, though judging by his hair, he didn't have long left anyway.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">House Vaeleneos</span> <br/>Demon Road to Volantis<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Six days after the Battle of Kosrak</span><br/>Taemor Valeneos, Prince of Mantarys</span></div><hr/><br/><br/>Taemor had set out with his betrothed, Elaena, and around twelve guards, all shrouded in black robes, during the night. They had left Mantarys by the Eastern Gate, and were making good progress towards Volantis. He was dressed simply, fit more for a nobleman, as was Elaena. Their guards carried no banner, nor any identifying armour. There was no safety from the Imperial Censorate, every precaution had to be made. His hair had been died a more yellowish colour, as had Elaena's. To outsiders they would look like they were from Lys, though true Valyrians would likely be able to identify them from their eyes. They hurried on at a brisk pace, hoping to reach the city soon."
14932,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=525,2015-02-09T12:05:00,Diliath,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Mordonin Jaerator, Meereen<br/><br/>Three days after the battle of Kosrak</span><br/><br/>As Mordonin heard the question from the emperor he remembered something about Aerys Waters. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">No, I haven't seen him yet, your grace, but he claims to be a bastard son from your mother. And they say he has conquered Pentos so he must be a good commandr.</span>"" answered Mordonin careful to not anger Aemon.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Four days after the battle of Kosrak</span><br/><br/>The first ships were leaving to Qarth but Mordonin didn't join them. He would come with the bigger fleet in the end. He had loyal subjects on the boat that would escort the Ghiscari soldiers towards Qarth. He looked out of the window as the shipswere leaving the harbour. He wanted to go to Qarth. He wanted to take control of it so he wuldn't be a beggar any more and he wanted to revenge his father and uncle. But he had to be patient. As he realized that again turned he his back towards the window and did he walk to his desk. A message from Aerys had just arrived and Mordonin started to read it. He smiled when he had read the letter. The armies of Qarth would be no match for the combined forces of the empire and the golden company. Mordonin took a pencil and a paper and started to write an answer:<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Aerys Waters<br/>From: Mordonin Jaerator<br/><br/>I am pleased about your answer. I'll send Aelid to Astapor. He will approach you when you'll have arrived. In Astapor will also be a small fleet of Ghiscari warships that will give you naval support. I hope you'll have a good cooporation with my cousin and the Ghiscari commanders. When you've resupplied in Astapor will you sail to the ruins of Old Ghis with the Ghiscari fleet. There will you wait for message from me to take Port Yhos as I need to take Qarth by suprise first.</blockquote><br/><br/>After he had writed this message decided Mordonin to directly send some others.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: The warlocks of Qarth<br/>From: Mordonin Jaerator<br/><br/>Greetings to you, my brothers and sisters. I send this message to inform you about my journey westwards. I've received the help from both the Golden Company and the Ghiscari empire. I'll soon come to Qarth to expel the Pureborn, the Spicers and the Thirteen. I want to ask you to be ready for the moment that I arrive as I want your help to take power and to convince the people of our right to rule. <br/><br/>I'l see you when we take Qarth.</blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: The Tourmaline brotherhood<br/>From: Mordonin Jaerator<br/><br/>Honoured members of the tourmaline brotherhood. I send this message to thank you for the ships that are arriving in Meereen and to inform you of the last developments in our plan. Both the Ghiscari and the Golden Company have accepted my offer and are now moving towards Qarth. I can say that I wouldn't have reached this point without your help so I thank you for that and I tell you that I'll royally reward you when I've taken Qarth. I'll reach you soon.</blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: The priests of R'hollor in Qarth<br/>From Mordonin Jaerator<br/><br/>Priests and Priestesses of R'hollor. I'm Mordonin Jaerator, a warlock of Qarth and follower of R'hollor. I'm wanting to become king of Qarth and I want to ask for your help. When I take Qarth do I want your assistance with convincing the people and nobles of the city of my good will. I too want you to help me in my government after I've taken Qarth. In reward you'll get important positions and will you advise me with the ruling. I'll also unite all Qartheen under the faith of R'hollor and I'll become a priest myself. <br/><br/>I hope to hear positively from you soon.</blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Valgar Sunfield<br/>From: Mordonin Jaerator<br/><br/>Greetings, commander Valgar. I want to tell you that my mission in the west has succeeded and both the Ghiscari empire and the Golden Company will help me. I want you to prepare the soldiers that are loyal to us and the sellswords. I can't say when I come but I want to ask you to get every midday loyalists on the walls and in the port quarters as well as the sellswords. Be prepared, our time will come soon.</blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/>After he had written and sent this messages went Mordonin to see Aelid. He told him that he had go to Astapor and he informed him what he had to do there. An hour later rode Aelid with then bodyguards through the city gates towards Astapor."
14933,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=525,2015-02-09T12:21:00,Novae Vitae,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Paramount Loras Tyrell<br/>The Melee, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>""And may he guide yours and your brother's,"" Loras replied. He lifted his visor and smiled, but then a thought returned to his mind. ""I'm terribly sorry for the manner I left you in with Lord Baratheon. It was only that I suddenly had something to address regarding our . . . fighting strategy . . . and I thought it warranted immediate attention. It could have very well decided the fate of the kingdom. I do hope you understand, my good ser."""
14934,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=525,2015-02-09T16:54:00,Asyir,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Sers Ryndar and Olyvar Hightower, The Tourney Grounds, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>Ryndar listened closely to Loras's apology, or what Ryndar assumed to be an apology. In truth, the conversation with Lord Baratheon could not have been anymore awkward than it already was. He felt stupid, and he assumed the Stag lord felt the same.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Of course your lordship. I understand,""</span>Ryndar responded with a small nod of his head. He felt there was more to Loras's fighting strategy then be led on, but he didn't bother to ask. He would prefer not to be aware of any dirty tricks, he enjoyed surprises. He did however decide to tell Loras something else.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Lord, I should tell you something,""</span>Ryndar said, loud enough for only Loras and Olyvar to hear.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""My father requests my presence back in Oldtown after the wedding, and I intend to go. I just thought your lordship would wish to know beforehand.""</span>"
14935,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=525,2015-02-09T18:38:00,Novae Vitae,"<blockquote><div><cite>Asyir <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=23455766#p23455766"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Sers Ryndar and Olyvar Hightower, The Tourney Grounds, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>Ryndar listened closely to Loras's apology, or what Ryndar assumed to be an apology. In truth, the conversation with Lord Baratheon could not have been anymore awkward than it already was. He felt stupid, and he assumed the Stag lord felt the same.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Of course your lordship. I understand,""</span> Ryndar responded with a small nod of his head. He felt there was more to Loras's fighting strategy then be led on, but he didn't bother to ask. He would prefer not to be aware of any dirty tricks, he enjoyed surprises. He did however decide to tell Loras something else.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Lord, I should tell you something,""</span> Ryndar said, loud enough for only Loras and Olyvar to hear. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""My father requests my presence back in Oldtown after the wedding, and I intend to go. I just thought your lordship would wish to know beforehand.""</span></div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Paramount Loras Tyrell<br/>The Melee, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>""It's very good of you to tell me, Ser Ryndar,"" Loras said. ""Very good of you indeed, and I fear I can only offer my sincerest thanks beside my apologies. Of course, there is the possibility that I could right to Highgarden and order them to prepare for your coming. I'll make sure they'll have a fresh bed and horse readied for your arrival, Ser Ryndar, to make the last part of your return as easy as possible--if you want that, of course. That choice is yours entirely.""<br/><br/>In truth, Loras did want to repair himself a bit in Ryndar's eyes. He was a bloody honorable man, but in a good way. Loras would never be him, but men like him were good people--that he could not deny. Perhaps his elderly castellan could even have the courtesy to stand down for Ser Ryndar. The Hightower might prove to unite the lords back to him, as he never knew how. He was made for the smallfolk, his peers, and kings, not his vassals."
14936,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=525,2015-02-10T08:22:00,Tracian Empire,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Aerys Waters, Commander of the Golden Company, the Dragon's Bastard</span></span></span></span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Astapor, the Ghiscari Empire</span></span><br/>After a pretty long road, the ships of the Golden Company have arrived in Astapor, to resupply and join forces with some Ghiscari warships. Some of the ships stopped in the port, while some remained offshore.<br/>While his men were doing the resupplying, Aerys and some of his lieutenants entered the city. Aerys was dressed in a black armor with a white three headed dragon on his chest, and had the sword Blackfyre with him. His lieutenants were also dressed in black armors in comparison with most other officers in the Company, which were always dressed in golden things. Aerys and his lieutenants were all bastards, and were often called ""The Golden Company's bastards"".<br/>Aerys stopped in a small inn in the city. After ordering more bottles of wine, he prepared for the meeting. Other officers of the Company arrived at the inn, which was guarded by more loyal members of the Company.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""First, we need to send a letter to Aemon Targaryen. We should say that we are honored to fight on the same side at his troops or something like that""</span>, said Duncan Snow.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Good, I will write it personally""</span>, said Aerys.<br/>More things needed to be done. After deciding what supplies would be bought, the mercenaries decided to send the men in the city, but on turns.<br/>After the meeting has ended, Aerys stopped three of his lieutenants.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Aelid, the cousin of our employer must arrive in Astapor. Bring him here""</span>, he said.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""We will bring him, don't worry""</span>, answered his lieutenants and left.<br/>After remaining alone, Aerys wrote all the letters he had to.<br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Aerys Waters, Commander of the Golden Company, often called ""The Dragon's Bastard, to Aemon Targaryen, the Magnificent called, Emperor of All the Ghiscari, King of Meereen, King of Yunkai, King of Astapor, King of New Ghis, King of Kings of Ghiscar, Protector of the Lhazar, Dragonlord of Valyria, Grand Master of the Order of the Dragon.</span><br/>Your Imperial Highness, I am honored to fight together with your invincible troops. I wish you an easy victory against Mantarys, and I promise that Quarth and all its territories will fall soon.</blockquote>""</div></div></div><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""The Seven help me, he really has lots of titles""</span>, said Aerys with a low voice.<br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-style: italic"">From Aerys Waters, the Golden Company's commander, to Mordonin Jaerator, future ruler of Quarth</span><br/>I understand, and I will do as you wish. We have now arrived in Astapor, and will follow your orders. I look forward to meet your cousin</blockquote>.</div></div></div>"
14937,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=525,2015-02-10T16:23:00,Asyir,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Novae Vitae <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=23457244#p23457244"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Asyir <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=23455766#p23455766"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Sers Ryndar and Olyvar Hightower, The Tourney Grounds, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>Ryndar listened closely to Loras's apology, or what Ryndar assumed to be an apology. In truth, the conversation with Lord Baratheon could not have been anymore awkward than it already was. He felt stupid, and he assumed the Stag lord felt the same.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Of course your lordship. I understand,""</span> Ryndar responded with a small nod of his head. He felt there was more to Loras's fighting strategy then be led on, but he didn't bother to ask. He would prefer not to be aware of any dirty tricks, he enjoyed surprises. He did however decide to tell Loras something else.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Lord, I should tell you something,""</span> Ryndar said, loud enough for only Loras and Olyvar to hear. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""My father requests my presence back in Oldtown after the wedding, and I intend to go. I just thought your lordship would wish to know beforehand.""</span></div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Paramount Loras Tyrell<br/>The Melee, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>""It's very good of you to tell me, Ser Ryndar,"" Loras said. ""Very good of you indeed, and I fear I can only offer my sincerest thanks beside my apologies. Of course, there is the possibility that I could right to Highgarden and order them to prepare for your coming. I'll make sure they'll have a fresh bed and horse readied for your arrival, Ser Ryndar, to make the last part of your return as easy as possible--if you want that, of course. That choice is yours entirely.""<br/><br/>In truth, Loras did want to repair himself a bit in Ryndar's eyes. He was a bloody honorable man, but in a good way. Loras would never be him, but men like him were good people--that he could not deny. Perhaps his elderly castellan could even have the courtesy to stand down for Ser Ryndar. The Hightower might prove to unite the lords back to him, as he never knew how. He was made for the smallfolk, his peers, and kings, not his vassals.</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Sers Ryndar and Olyvar Hightower, The Tourney Grounds, King's Landing</span><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""It's alright Lord Loras,""</span>Ryndar said honestly. While the conversation was indeed rather awkward, Loras was his liege, and whatever he needed, Ryndar was happy to assist with.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""I will gladly stop by Highgarden, I would love to walk through those gardens once more before I return to Oldtown.""</span><br/><br/>Ryndar took his position to Loras's right, while Olyvar took the left. Both looked hungry for battle."
14938,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=525,2015-02-11T01:08:00,Dun Geanainn,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ynrit the Huntress, Magnar of House Thenn<br/>Queenscrown, The Gift</span><br/><br/>Ynrit sat upon her throne, although it was more of a simple<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://www.marvelbuilding.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/Simple-Chair-in-Shape-Like-A-Throne.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">chair</a>, looking out at the thirty Thenns as they ate in the Magnar's Hall. She looked at each of them individually, taking care to note the shape of their heads, their musculature, their ways of eating, and other personal characteristics about each of them. She was close to them, choosing to lead them from within, rather than the traditional style of ruling, where the leader of a group would have nothing in common with his or her followers. The Thenn had come quite a long way since the assault on Castle Black. Now living south of the wall, they were forced to abandon their old ways, no longer feeding on the flesh of their enemies. Frustrated with the inactivity, Ynrit stood. As the only member of House Thenn, Ynrit had no real power, but the Thenns still swore their fealty to her. She had proven to them that she was more than worthy of their loyalty.<br/><br/>Ynrit walked out of the Magnar's Hall, looking out at the lake which surrounded much of Queenscrown. It was beautiful, but Ynrit cared not for beauty. She longed for the hunt, but she feared what would happen if she were to leave her Thenns. She loved the Thenns like her own children, but she respected them as warriors. She had grown up hearing stories of the great Styr, who had been killed by John Snow at Castle Black. She went back to the entryway into her hall and said loudly enough for the Thenns to hear, ""We must do something, my brothers and sisters. We have done nothing for far too long."""
14939,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=525,2015-02-11T07:38:00,Of the Quendi,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;"">The Ghiscari Empire</span><br/>The Imperial City of Meereen, in the Bay of Ghiscari<br/>Under the sovereignty of Aemon the Magnificent Targaryen</span></span><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d4/GhisHarpie.png""/><br/><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lady Missandei</span></span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Midday on the third day after the Battle of Kosrak</span></div><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">A</span></span>silent gasp escaped Missandei at the nonchalant words of Mordonin Jaerator. Casting a gaze at Aemon she saw how the emperor froze at the words of the warlock and Missandei realized that the emperor had known the rumors about this Aerys Waters, known it and not shared it with Missandei. For a moment the emperor did not react to the words of the warlock standing still in cold silence. Then he nodded slowly, curtly.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""My father I believe.""</span>The emperor spoke coldly.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">C</span></span>omposing herself Missandei tried to think about everything she knew of the Golden Company, silently cursing Khrazdaqan for keeping her in the dark about this Aerys Waters fellow. A son of Jon? And then it dawned to Missandei; an<span style=""font-style: italic"">older</span>son of Jon. Gazing at her master the Naathi woman pondered if that was the cause of Aemon's interest.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">W</span></span>hatever Aemon thought he did not care to share it. Turning away from Mordonin and Missandei he continued to scale the stairs leading to his throne.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""When this is all done and Qarth has fallen I should like to meet this man.""</span>The emperor said, in a tone that sounded like an order much more then a request or a statement.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""R'hllor be with you Lord Mordonin.""</span>The emperor bid his new vassal goodbye as he sat down upon his harpy throne.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;"">The Ghiscari Empire</span><br/>The Bay of Bhorash, in the Bay of Ghiscari<br/>Under the sovereignty of Aemon the Magnificent Targaryen</span></span><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://viki.gameofthronestr.com/images/250x334xVelaryon.png.pagespeed.ic._qjbzIrqxm.png""/><br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ser Corlys Velaryon, Grand Admiral of Ghiscar</span></span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Morning on the sixth day after the Battle of Kosrak</span></div><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">S</span></span>couting the movements of the enemy within Bhorash through the Myrish lenses of his far-eye, a smile graced the luscious lips of Ser Corlys Velaryon. The Bhorash commander was clearly not about to try to make a run towards the west. He would give battle. The grand admiral removed the far-eye and turned to Ser Tumco Lho.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""They will give battle.""</span>Ser Corlys informed the commander of the ground forces aboard his ships.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">S</span></span>er Tumco Lho nodded glumly.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""So will I.""</span>He laconically declared, prompting Ser Corlys to smirk at the Emperor's First Sword. But before the admiral could react to his fellow commander's words he noticed commotion within the ruined city. Lifting the far-eye up to his own again Ser Corlys observed as a small group of enemy troops made their way to the shore with a banner. Handing his far-eye to Ser Tumco Lho Ser Corlys pointed out the party.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""A parlay?""</span>He suggested.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">O</span></span>bserving the enemy forces for a moment Ser Tumco Lho nodded as he handed back the far-eye.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""So it would seem. What a pity.""</span>He, even more glumly remarked. This time Ser Corlys rolled his eyes, carefully not to be caught doing so by the finest swordsman of the empire.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">A</span></span>s the warships of the empire came closer to the ruined city Ser Tumco Lho and his lieutenants began to prepare the nearly five thousand auxiliaries they had brought with them from Meereen for battle while Ser Corlys and his commanders readied their scorpio's and marines to assist in the assault. But with his flagship some fifty meters from the coastline Ser Corlys ordered boats placed in the water. With Ser Tumco Lho, a force nearly twice as large as the awaiting Mantarine one and the two imperial banners, the harpy with thunderbolts in its talons and the three-headed dragon, Ser Corlys sailed the boats towards the Mantarine force."
14940,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=525,2015-02-11T10:59:00,Dun Geanainn,"Ynrit entered her Magnar's Hall, happy to see that her Thenns were finished with their meal. The feast had been prepared in order to fuel them for a long march, which Ynrit had not yet told them about. Their years living south of the wall had taught the Thenns many things, in addition to the idea that they mustn't dine on human flesh. They also learned that they needed to speak the common tongue spoken in Westeros, but many of them still held dear the Old Tongue. Ynrit stood next to her chair, from which she looked out upon her warriors. She spread her arms out, as though embracing them all at once, ""Thenns, it is time for us to march. We have remained here for far too long. Today, we begin our journey south, in search of honour and position. Follow me now, and I will bring you power and glory."" The Thenns looked at her, never questioning the authority of their Magnar, all standing in unison. They turned to face her, simultaneously beating their fists against their chests, mimicking the sound of war drums. The sound was enough to get Ynrit's blood pumping as she walked out of the hall, followed by her Thenns.<br/><br/>The Thenns, led by Ynrit the Huntress, travelled quickly despite their armour and weapons. There were thirty-one of them if including Ynrit, and the sound of their feet hitting the ground roused the wildlife. They travelled East, towards the Kingsroad, which they reached within hours. From there, they began the march south, along the Kingsroad, until they reached the Umber Forest. Ynrit paused, allowing her men rest, whilst pondering her next move. She knew that marching into Last Hearth without informing the Greatjon was a risk, but she decided to take that risk, leading her men towards Last Hearth, the banner of House Thenn held proudly by the Thenn beside her."
14941,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=550,2015-02-11T14:27:00,Wolfmanne,"<blockquote><div><cite>Of the Quendi <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=23365049#p23365049"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;"">The Seven Kingdoms</span><br/>King's Landing, on the Blackwater Bay<br/>Within the Crownlands of the King</span></span><br/><br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d4/GhisHarpie.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ser Daemon Waters</span></span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Concurrently with the Battle of Kosrak</span></div><br/><hr/> <br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">A</span></span>s much as he tried Daemon found it difficult not to grimace as Lady Sansa did not name House Tully an ally. The rest of her analysis was much in line with what of Lord Khrazdaqan and offered few surprises for Daemon, but the Riverlands he had hoped could be counted on to support the emperor. The wealth and large populace of the Riverlands would have been a tremendous boon to the emperor's cause that would be sorely missed. Cracklaw Point was a poor compensation for the arms of Tully. <br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Y</span></span>et, it dawned to Daemon, the absence of the Riverlands on the side of Aemon also came with certain advantages to the imperial cause. The North and the Vale where both kingdoms very easily to defend against even very superior enemy forces. With them on Aemon's side, and a dragon and navy to connect them, the emperor could, if it should come to it, fight a defensive war on terms that would have the Tyrell and Lannister armies at a disadvantage. That was perhaps a quite tolerable compensation for Tully arms, Daemon thought. <br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">H</span></span>is musings was cut short as Lady Sansa demanded a price for her assistance. Clearly displeased Ser Aurane shifted in his seat and for a moment Daemon was concerned that the older man would object. Ser Aurane, like the emperor himself Daemon knew, apparently had assumed that kinship alone would win them the support of Lady Sansa. Lord Khrazdaqan had however anticipated that a counter service would be demanded. <br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">A</span></span>nd what Lady Sansa asked for was neither much nor difficult to give. For six years time, since the fall of New Ghis, the emperor had already done his best to cut of his Westerosi enemies from trading with the east. The journey to Qarth had become perilously indeed for ships out of Oldtown, the Arbor, Lannisport of King's Landing. If they braved the Basilisk Isles they where rarely heard from again, if they graven New Ghis their owners would return to Westeros years later without their wealth and vessels. Though neither Daemon nor Ser Aurane was authorized to make decisions on matters of the imperial trade policy what Lady Sansa asked for would require only a slight modification of the existing embargo against the traitors. Placing a hand on Ser Aurane's shoulder Daemon nodded slowly. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""What you ask for is most reasonable My Lady. I am sure the emperor, and Ser Aurane, will agree with me on that.""</span> Daemon spoke. Ser Aurane grunted something that could be taken as consent.</div></blockquote><br/>Sansa noted that the envoys of the East had listened with great interest and looked towards the East. Their body language told 1000 words for each spoken one, a duaolgue between the two envoys hinting that the Empire may strike at a time sooner than she'd expected, perhaps at a time less suited to her, having hoped to take advantage of Aerion's weak rule (one that did not yet exist, but one she intended to create) to strengthen the position of the Arryn and Stark households, perhaps even the Tullys if they returned to the pack that her late brother Robb Stark had assembled. Her request was one with this in mind, a stone to kill multiple birds.<br/><br/>A Vale lead initiative to re-establish trade with Essos would be one that would see the lands of Stark and Arryn eclipse that of Lannister and Tyrell, would secure the loyalty of her son's vassals in the Vale and would enable to stem the tide of Southerner influence in the Royal Court. The only question was how would the Tyrells respond to it. When they hear news of trade being re-opened, would the Vale be in for a round of gunboat diplomacy? Whether they will try to place an impasse on the trading mission, levy an indirect tax upon it or imtimidate the many trader making the endeavour to and from Essos, she was self-assured that she'd be able to respond to it with cold prejudice. Orally, this idea was theoretical, but in practice, the merchants in Gulltown had already proposed dates for convoys, plotted sea routes and overland caravans, cleared space for new warehouses and drawn up grand construction schemes. The cake was ready and just needed icing from the Ghiscaris.<br/><br/>""I can assure you, this helps our cause more than you think it will"" she said. ""The only leveridge in Westeros I have right now is knowledge, a form of power in itself. But knowledge only is not the only form of power; the other form is power itself. Power is power, but if you lack the knowledge to apply it, then it is a wasted resource. But if you lack power, then your knowledge is a wasted resource. One on its own is a move in cyvasse. Both of them is winning the full game"".<br/><br/>""I thank you for this meeting"" she continued. ""It must had been a long journey from Essos and I'm sure that you are tired. You are welcome to stay in one of my inns at your pleasure for as long as you require, or if you so lean that one, I have a number of alternative establishment at your disposal. I shall order my steward to return with a household guard and to begin preparations with the merchants of Gulltown. I'd send a message home and bring the proposal to His Imperial Majesty. Formal negotiations can begin in Essos; neither of us wants to decide the future of the Narrow Sea over a few drinks"". Sansa took out a few scrolls and handed them to the Ghiscari representatives.<br/><br/>""This is not a request<span style=""font-style: italic"">per se </span>, but more a suggestion. If it please his Emperor, he could assign a Spymaster to my household, one that I ask is loyal to him and no one else - not even me. My network spans from the Wall to Sunspear. I have my own network in Essos, but whilst I believe that is capability rivals that of the Royal Court, there is no better network than those who lord over the lands supplying the information. I too shall send my own representative to the Imperial Court"". Sansa thought back to an number of intrigues and plots that her agents had devised, schemes devilish and cold blooded that any man with honour would shudder in disgust. And now was the time to put more than one of them in action."
14942,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=550,2015-02-12T16:16:00,Krugmar,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">House Vaeleneos</span> <br/>Ruins of Bhorash<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Six days after the Battle of Kosrak</span><br/>Balaevar Galdaerys, Commander of the 1st Company, II Legion.</span></div><hr/><br/><br/>Balaevar watched as a large number of the ships disembarked their soldiers into their rowboats. His small battalion reached the shoreline, and left some gap between themselves and the sea. He turned to the two soldiers holding the banners and motioned for them to stand beside him. He then moved up slowly, closer to the shoreline, but still leaving a gap large enough for the Imperial Commander, whoever he was. Balaevar had never bothered with learning about the Imperial forces, though all knew of the famous Ser Tumco Lho. Balaevar was hoping that he would not be among this fleet.<br/><br/>He did not wait for their boats to hit the shore, deciding to announce his intentions quickly. ""Hail there. From your banners and ships, I assume that you are Imperial soldiers. I ask why you have entered into the lands administered by the good Lord Vaeleneos with such a mighty fleet, and what your intentions are"" he shouted to those in the boats. He then stood to attention, awaiting his answer as either a strongly worded message from their commander, or a small arrow to snuff out his life. Either one would likely spell doom for the old commander, so he cared not which it would be."
14943,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=550,2015-02-13T12:21:00,Diliath,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Mordonin Jaerator<br/><br/>4 days after the battle of Kosrak</span><br/><br/>As ships from the tourmaline brotherhood were arriving and leaving again and the Ghiscari forces are slowly transported towards Qarth retreats Mordonin to the temple of R'hollor again, now showing the ambiton to become a priest. He will remain in there until the second half of Ghiscari will go to Qarth. In the meanwhile can people still meet him. At the moment Mordonin had entered the temple started he to write a letter to his betrothed, Alaenya Jaerator, his sister.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">My most beloved Alaenya, <br/><br/>I want to let ou know that I think of you everyday I'm far away from you and when I arrive will I promise that we'll never seperate again. But as I know how much you hate my letters that explain my love to you will I write about practical business. I've had succes in Meereen and I've received help from both the Ghiscari empire and the Golden Company. This means I'll soon return to Qarth. I want to ask you to do one thing in this war. I want you to go to Qarkash to represent house Jaerator there and to get allies over there. When I've taken Qarth do I want you to take control of Qarkash. You can get 500 loyal men from Valgar to assist you. After we control both cities can you return to Qarth again. There will I make you queen and will I marry with you in the biggest wedding the world has ever seen.<br/><br/>Your loving Mordonin.</blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Aelid Jaerator<br/><br/>5 days after the battle of Kosrak. </span><br/><br/>When Aelid rode through the gates of Astapor was he suprised of the mess. He saw Astapor for the first time as he had went to Meereen by ship on the way up. After thirty years were the walls still under reconstructure and ruins of houses were everywhere on the norhern side of the city. It was clear that the former greatness of Astapor was gone in reverse to Meereen and Yunkai. When he and his guards had put away their horses went they to the harbour. On the way there went Aelid to an inn called the dead harpy where his friends with whom he had spent his whole life where awaiting him. He had asked them to go to this inn because he wanted them with him on his jurne to Port Yhos. They were 30 in total, all young noble valyrians. The other 50 were still in Qarth. After he had had luch with them went he to the harbour. The first person he asked for the Golden Company was directly the right one. He was sent to a tavern where he met some soldiers of the company. When he had asked for Aerys was he redirected to the docks. THe part of the docks where he was sent to was full of men from the company but Aelid immidiately picked Aerys from them through his aura of leadership and his white hair. As Aelid approached him turned Aers around, but before he could say anything said Aelid:""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Greetings, I'm Aelid Jaerator and I guess you're Aerys Waters, nice to meet you.</span>"" After these words offered he his hand to Aerys."
14944,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=550,2015-02-13T12:45:00,Tracian Empire,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Aerys Waters, the Dragon's Bastard, Commander of the Golden Company</span></span></span><br/>Aerys turned around to see a man with a Valyrian look.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Aelid Jaerator? Nice to meet you too. I am Aerys Waters.""</span>, said Aerys and shook Aelid's hand.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""As you see, we are almost ready. We will leave tomorrow morning. We should probably talk. Do you want to go to an inn, or if you want we could go on my ship. It's anchored over there""</span>, said Aerys pointing at a pretty big ship."
14945,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=550,2015-02-14T12:49:00,Diliath,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Tracian Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=23503090#p23503090"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Aerys Waters, the Dragon's Bastard, Commander of the Golden Company</span></span></span><br/>Aerys turned around to see a man with a Valyrian look. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""Aelid Jaerator? Nice to meet you too. I am Aerys Waters.""</span>, said Aerys and shook Aelid's hand.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""As you see, we are almost ready. We will leave tomorrow morning. We should probably talk. Do you want to go to an inn, or if you want we could go on my ship. It's anchored over there""</span>, said Aerys pointing at a pretty big ship.</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Aelid Jaerator, Astapor</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""I guess that your ship is a better place to discuss what we're going to discuss as I guess it's a bit too confedential to discuss it in a busy inn."" </span>Said Aelid when he had given a gaze towards the big ship."
14946,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=550,2015-02-14T18:45:00,New Granadeseret,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Random Palace Herald Tourney Grounds, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>The crowd was getting antsy... one could feel the tension in the air, as the warriors stood in a ring around the arena, decked out in their heavy armor and equip with maul, training swords, and blunted polearms. They glared, making their plans, ready to spring the moment the opportunity presented itself.<br/><br/>As it turned out, however, the servant who was responsible for starting things had slept in... having drunk far too much wine the night before. Even now, he was stumbling slightly, struggling to get the horn to the his mouth as he stood to the front of the stands. Then, with one loud breath, the sound of a battle horn rang across the plains... the melee had begun."
14947,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=550,2015-02-14T20:39:00,Phalnia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ser Tomos Dayne<br/>Tourney Grounds, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>The Dornish knighted held the practice sword in one hand and a shield in the other. It had been blazoned with a falling star and raised sword. Tomos never much cared for training swords. Once a man had held the real thing it never quite felt the same. He surveyed the field, there were a few dozen men forming a circle of sorts. A few notable men stood out from the assortment of hedge knights and sellswords. He would have to keep an eye out for them. Though in his experience you could never be certain to find a specific man in the chaos of a melee.<br/><br/>To either side of Tomos sat a half dozen knights of house Dayne. They would fight as a unit through the first wave of combat. Eventually, they would no doubt be separated. Perhaps they would meet in the final group of combatants, or not. Either way he knew these men well, they would fight bravely and with honor.<br/><br/>His horse pawed at the ground, anxious over all the standing about. Tomos was equally anxious. He looked to the crowd, trying to pick out faces in the crowd. He found his father, mother, and sisters easily enough. Their pale yellow hair stood out in the Crownlands as well as it did in Dorne. They were seated next to a swarthy looking fellow.<span style=""font-style: italic"">A Martell? The Martell. Deren Martell had arrived.</span><br/><br/>Before he could pick out more faces in the crowd a great horn rang out. Tomos' eyes were drawn to a man barely on his feet at the top of the stands. The knights heartbeat quickened and blood felt hot. The melee had begun and the greatest lords of the realm were watching. Tomos snapped the visor of his helm closed and looked to his men. ""Seven watch over you, men."" With that single line Tomos urged his horse forward his men on his tail as they plowed into the center of the fighting."
14948,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=550,2015-02-14T20:43:00,Novae Vitae,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Paramount Loras Tyrell<br/>The Melee, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>""Shall we?"" Loras inquired to the Hightowers beside himself. He drew his sword forward and looked at the way it caught the light, even as a practice sword, twisting it this way and that. ""Recall, now--we must needs attract as many of the combatants as possible, so as to make a clear way for my . . . associate . . . to His Grace.""<br/><br/>Loras turned to Olyvar. ""I believe that our Silver Knight would be the most likely to cause such a scene."" He turned to Olyvar's brother, Ryndar. ""Do you agree?""<br/><br/>Something about Olyvar causing a scene positively excited Loras. As though he was about to watch something glorious, something that would lead to something more.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lady Elvina the Rosebud<br/>The Tourney Grounds, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>""Oh, I believe that they're stating,"" Elvina said, turning to Lord Baratheon. ""Whom are you wishing for?"" Then, realizing the awkward position the question put him in, Elvina added: ""Excluding His Grace, of course."""
14949,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=550,2015-02-14T20:52:00,New Granadeseret,"<blockquote><div><cite>Novae Vitae <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=23520196#p23520196"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lady Elvina the Rosebud<br/>The Tourney Grounds, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>""Oh, I believe that they're stating,"" Elvina said, turning to Lord Baratheon. ""Whom are you wishing for?"" Then, realizing the awkward position the question put him in, Elvina added: ""Excluding His Grace, of course.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Steffon Baratheon-Swann</span><br/><br/>Looking up from his conversation with Rilenna as she drunk, Steffon caught Elvina's voice. The glint of the sun off everybody's armor as they started to come together alone would have caught his attention, causing him to shield his eyes for a moment.<br/><br/>""Excluding his Grace? Well, it's a simple question then."" He answered quickly, barely having to think. ""I would he happy with too. Lord Maxwell, of course. He's been getting up in his years, and has put a great deal of work into keeping himself strong. A great victory would certainly be well deserved. Though..."" He leaned closer, not wanting to ruin the surprise for the lady sitting next to him. ""For my gentle sister's sake... I've been told she would greatly wish to see Lord Loras triumphant."""
14950,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=550,2015-02-14T21:04:00,Asyir,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Novae Vitae <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=23520196#p23520196"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Paramount Loras Tyrell<br/>The Melee, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>""Shall we?"" Loras inquired to the Hightowers beside himself. He drew his sword forward and looked at the way it caught the light, even as a practice sword, twisting it this way and that. ""Recall, now--we must needs attract as many of the combatants as possible, so as to make a clear way for my . . . associate . . . to His Grace.""<br/><br/>Loras turned to Olyvar. ""I believe that our Silver Knight would be the most likely to cause such a scene."" He turned to Olyvar's brother, Ryndar. ""Do you agree?""<br/><br/>Something about Olyvar causing a scene positively excited Loras. As though he was about to watch something glorious, something that would lead to something more.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lady Elvina the Rosebud<br/>The Tourney Grounds, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>""Oh, I believe that they're stating,"" Elvina said, turning to Lord Baratheon. ""Whom are you wishing for?"" Then, realizing the awkward position the question put him in, Elvina added: ""Excluding His Grace, of course.""</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Sers Ryndar and Olyvar Hightower, The Melee</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Yes Lord Loras!""</span>the Hightower brothers said together. Both of them were ready and eager to smash and gnash some knights. Hightower and Reachmen surrounded them, no doubt teaming up. A few knights hailed them, and ran up to the thicket of the melee, where swords and screams of pain echoed. Ryndar's gray eyes were alight with a flame, he was in a warriors state. Olyvar held a similar look, although he held back his look.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""A scene?""</span>Olyvar said, holding out his blunted longsword in his right hand. Although blunted, it was every much deadily, and could still kill a man. He raised his silver shield with his left hand, and proceeded to bash his sword against the elegant shield. Knights, mainly those nearby turned to see Olyvar wildly bashing his shield.<br/><br/>Ryndar held back a smirk, and took out his blunted bastard sword. He gripped the hilt with both hands. His menacing demeanor scared off nearby opponents.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Yes. It seems Olyvar has gained everyone's attention. Good""</span><br/><br/>Some Reachmen saw the three, and one of them, a Hightower man-at-arms hailed Ryndar.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Ser Ryndar! Mind if I take a spot near you?""</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Sure Galmont. Look! Here come some opponents. The first to be slaughtered!""</span><br/><br/>Olyvar nodded, and raised his shield in a defensive stance.<br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Arren the ""Eagle Eye"", The melee</span><br/><br/>Chaos was all around Arren, as knights and soldiers clashed bitterly. Arren ducked and dodged his way around, thankful that he wore only Chainmail, and hadn't had plate. It was easy to sneak and dodge his way around. He held a blunted longsword in his left hand, as he was a left handed swordsman.<br/><br/>He weaves his way out of traffic, looking for King Aerion on the field."
14951,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=550,2015-02-14T21:14:00,Novae Vitae,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lady Elvina the Rosebud<br/>The Tourney Grounds, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>""Ah, yes,"" Elvina said back, careful to speak softly. ""It would be good to see him win. I hear that he spent a good deal of time . . . winning glory . . . for his House amongst the smallfolk."" She did not know why Lord Baratheon was being discreet, but she tried to avoid hinting too directly at Lord Loras.<br/><br/>Truly, it would be good to see him win. There was something positively radiant about him. She had only seen him once, and in passing, but he had a certain way about him, a certain easy smile that seemed to lie easily on her mother's lips as well. Perhaps it was a trait of the Tyrells. Perhaps she would make it a trait of her own.<br/><br/>""But of course, I must hope strongest for the victory of His Grace. Nothing would aid the realm more than to see their king a champion, no? It is neigh on time that the dragon return to its glory, I think.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Paramount Loras Tyrell<br/>The Melee, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>""Ha, well done!"" Loras said with a laugh. He usually did not let his exclamations escape him so easily, but there was something positively invigorating about the moment. He had fought tooth-and-nail in the Reach, slaying bandits as he went, but this was something different. There was something more lively about a tourney. No one had to worry about dying.<br/><br/>And then he was beset. Though Loras did not know the knight's sigil, he took the blow and turned his foe's point down. The man recovered easily and made to slash for Loras's face, but Loras leaned back and watched the point pass before his eyes. He remembered dancing with the bandits, the steel inches from your skin. His skills, untoned but very real, returned to him.<br/><br/>He moved right and brought his sword for the knight, whom caught it just above his head. Loras jerked his sword back and made to swing for the knight's side, but moved back and allowed his sword to pass freely through the air. The knight looked at his sword, confused that it had caught nothing, and Loras shoved him back, taking him off balance.<br/><br/>He moved into a defensive position, knowing he could not be moved from his comrades, waiting to see if either would move to attack the knight as well."
14952,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=550,2015-02-14T21:21:00,Majestic Draconia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Prince Deren Martell<br/>Tourney Stands, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>The Prince nearly jumped from his seat as a great horn sounded. At once the boredom of the seemingly endless waiting turned into a sudden burst of excitement. Men clad in heavy metal and wielding blunted swords crashed into one another. If he had really stopped to think about it, Deren might have realized how silly this all seemed. Men swung fake swords trying to inflict enough pain to get another man to leave the battle.<br/><br/>Fortunately, he didn't think long on it instead watching as the fighters clashed and the crowd began to cheer."
14953,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=550,2015-02-14T21:22:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Riliane Wendwater</span><br/><br/>Riliane was quite content to just snuggle up to Steffon while the competitors lined up. Everything seemed so nice, so content in her life. Then the horn blew and the melee begun. ""Ooh! Look! The melee's started!"" exclaimed Riliane, stating the obvious. ""Lord Maxwell? Wasn't he the man with the cow thingy?"" Riliane asked upon hearing Steffon's comment. ""He seemed nice but I hope lord Loras wins."" Riliane finished with a sigh. Loras was so dreamy..."
14954,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=550,2015-02-14T21:26:00,Asyir,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Novae Vitae <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=23520512#p23520512"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lady Elvina the Rosebud<br/>The Tourney Grounds, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>""Ah, yes,"" Elvina said back, careful to speak softly. ""It would be good to see him win. I hear that he spent a good deal of time . . . winning glory . . . for his House amongst the smallfolk."" She did not know why Lord Baratheon was being discreet, but she tried to avoid hinting too directly at Lord Loras.<br/><br/>Truly, it would be good to see him win. There was something positively radiant about him. She had only seen him once, and in passing, but he had a certain way about him, a certain easy smile that seemed to lie easily on her mother's lips as well. Perhaps it was a trait of the Tyrells. Perhaps she would make it a trait of her own.<br/><br/>""But of course, I must hope strongest for the victory of His Grace. Nothing would aid the realm more than to see their king a champion, no? It is neigh on time that the dragon return to its glory, I think.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Paramount Loras Tyrell<br/>The Melee, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>""Ha, well done!"" Loras said with a laugh. He usually did not let his exclamations escape him so easily, but there was something positively invigorating about the moment. He had fought tooth-and-nail in the Reach, slaying bandits as he went, but this was something different. There was something more lively about a tourney. No one had to worry about dying.<br/><br/>And then he was beset. Though Loras did not know the knight's sigil, he took the blow and turned his foe's point down. The man recovered easily and made to slash for Loras's face, but Loras leaned back and watched the point pass before his eyes. He remembered dancing with the bandits, the steel inches from your skin. His skills, untoned but very real, returned to him.<br/><br/>He moved right and brought his sword for the knight, whom caught it just above his head. Loras jerked his sword back and made to swing for the knight's side, but moved back and allowed his sword to pass freely through the air. The knight looked at his sword, confused that it had caught nothing, and Loras shoved him back, taking him off balance.<br/><br/>He moved into a defensive position, knowing he could not be moved from his comrades, waiting to see if either would move to attack the knight as well.</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Hightowers, The Melee</span><br/><br/>Ser Ryndar turned slightly to see Olyvar being pressed into a defensive stance, and Loras figuring of an armored knight. Ryndar saw Lord Loras knock the knight off balance. Ryndar smiled, knowing what he would do. The large knight raised his sword high, and with a large surge of might, brought it down upon the poor man.<br/><br/>The sword collided with the man's pauldron, only an inch or to from his head. The blow nearly knocked the knight onto the ground, and Ryndar thought he heard a yield, but he wasn't sure.<br/><br/>Olyvar however was fighting a ferocious man, whom struck again and again, smashing his sword into Olyvar's shield. Olyvar shrugged off the blows, hoping to tire the man."
14955,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=550,2015-02-14T21:32:00,Novae Vitae,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Paramount Loras Tyrell<br/>The Melee, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>""Well done, ser,"" Loras said to Ryndar as the knight yielded, before turning to take the knight smashing against Olyvar. The man moved back in a quick parry, but Loras could not follow up with him as he saw, in the corner of his eye, another man coming at him.<br/><br/>He smirked beneath his helm and turned in a pivoting motion while, at the same time, sinking down to a knee. The man's own momentum carried him into Loras, but Loras held firm, rearing upward and throwing the man to the ground. The man's sword went scattering across the ground as Loras forced him to yield, a foot on his chest.<br/><br/>""Is this the best there are to offer?"" he called out, raising his sword in the air. As another knight moved towards him, his sharp eye saw a man in mail weaving through the chaos, and his smirk broadened."
14956,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=550,2015-02-14T21:36:00,New Granadeseret,"<blockquote><div><cite>Novae Vitae <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=23520512#p23520512"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lady Elvina the Rosebud<br/>The Tourney Grounds, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>""Ah, yes,"" Elvina said back, careful to speak softly. ""It would be good to see him win. I hear that he spent a good deal of time . . . winning glory . . . for his House amongst the smallfolk."" She did not know why Lord Baratheon was being discreet, but she tried to avoid hinting too directly at Lord Loras.<br/><br/>Truly, it would be good to see him win. There was something positively radiant about him. She had only seen him once, and in passing, but he had a certain way about him, a certain easy smile that seemed to lie easily on her mother's lips as well. Perhaps it was a trait of the Tyrells. Perhaps she would make it a trait of her own.<br/><br/>""But of course, I must hope strongest for the victory of His Grace. Nothing would aid the realm more than to see their king a champion, no? It is neigh on time that the dragon return to its glory, I think.""<br/><br/></div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Steffon Baratheon-Swann</span><br/><br/>Carefully trying not to ignore Lady Wendwater for too long; not wanting to repeat his former mistake but wary of trying to make he talk through her drink, he decided he would risk talking to Elvina a bit longer. ""I've heard those tales as well. I can't imagine there'd be a bandit left the Reach with the stories that follow him."" Of course, there were the... less savory rumors. But that was hardly something to speak of in feminine company. And he certainly did seem courageous; having been one of the quickest to make his moves, throwing his fully energy into the fight.<br/><br/>""Though, if he should win, I'd fear the safety of his Queen of Love and Beauty. Many a maiden would covet that title dearly. Surely, he has the same charm as his namesake."" Her next words however... stung a little. Bringing up fragements of stories he'd heard long ago, of the prowess and glory of his grandfather and granduncle. He tightened his grip around the cup, keeping his eyes on the scene. ""I have no doubt His Grace will preform admirably. The Realm needs a strong king... and smallfolk must see he is the finest to bear the Targaryan name in some time. "" More conscious of himself, however, he tilted his head to Lady Wendwater.<br/><br/>""And arox, to be precise,"" he explained to her... though he hardly expected somebody who'd been raised in a forest realm to have seen many. ""Thunderhoof Hall is famous for their stock. But, one can hardly blame you for preferring Lord Tyrell to one."" Gently, he placed a hand on her knee, trying to relax a little after all this drama and enjoy what they'd come here to see."
14957,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=550,2015-02-14T21:55:00,Novae Vitae,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lady Elvina the Rosebud<br/>The Tourney Grounds, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>""Indeed, many-a-maiden,"" Elvina replied. ""Though, something tells me Loras is not one to make the mistakes of predecessors. What folly convinced Rhaegar Targaryen that day we shall never know, nor what madness convinced his father after. Perhaps history would have gone easier if more men as honorable as your grandfather had been the Targaryens of those days. But we can only regret.""<br/><br/>Elvina turned to her head to Lady Wendwater, not wishing to again exclude her from the conversation. She had made quite the fit the last time, and it looked poorly if she did so again. ""That beast is quite the oddity, I must say,"" she said. ""I believe it's my first time seeing one."""
14958,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=550,2015-02-14T21:56:00,Asyir,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Hightowers, The Melee</span><br/><br/>Olyvar was hard pressed. The knight struck again and again.<span style=""font-style: italic"">By the Seven! His endurance is unnatural!</span>he thought to himself, keeping his shield raised to block the unending blows. Loras attempted to attack from a flank, but with a quick flip of his wrist, the opposing knight glanced away Loras's sword. However this gave Olyvar the second he needed.<br/><br/>Putting all of his momentum into his left arm, he lunged forth, and struck the knight by surprise.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""What the hell?""</span>the knight stammered out, as he was knocked backwards by Olyvar's shield. During the push, the knight lost grip of his sword, and attempted to dodge around Olyavr. Unlucky for his, his helmet was smacked by Olyvar's sword, and the man stumbled down and yielded with a cry. Olyvar's victory was short lived as another man took Olyvar by surprise. This one wearing simple leather and chain.<br/><br/>But there was Ryndar, whom came charging in like a thunderbolt. A mad and crazed thunderbolt. Ryndar bulldozed the mans blindside, knocking him down. The man was tossed backwards, and yielded.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Thank the Seven for the man that made padding!""</span>Ryndar japed. Olyavr moved in front of Ryndar, as the latter recovered from the brutal charge.<br/><br/>Several knights and others witnessed this. A few stepped backwards, one probably shit his pants. Three men looked at each other, and shouted a battle cry, and charged Ryndar and Olyvar.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""You're good with that shield right?""</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Above average I'd say.""</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Right. So tell me why you have one?""</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""You didn't see me shield bash that guy over there? You know the one I was facing before you charged.""</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Wait? You actually made that guy yield. Didn't know you were capable.""</span>"
14959,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=550,2015-02-14T22:04:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Riliane Wendwater</span><br/><br/>Riliane leaner back and took another sip of her drink as Steffon placed his hand onto her knee. She was enjoying the fact that they were becoming close. She nodded at Elvina as she spoke and felt happy about being included by them. ""I wish I could become Queen of Love and Beauty but it's only really for people that the tourney winner is courting or for daughters and sisters of great lords. I can't exactly imagine many of the men in the melee itching to earn the favour for a house as mighty as house Wendwarer."""
14960,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=550,2015-02-14T22:16:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Loron Greyjoy</span><br/><br/>Loron had found the melee depressingly easy so far, he hadn't really thought about it before but around 99% of the knights in Westeros were nobodies who had a few coppers to spend on whatever shitty pieces of paper they could find to cover themselves and all of these men had crammed themselves into the melee. Fighting was supposed to be a rush, fun and energetic but Loron just found himself bored.<br/><br/>He quickly toppled the knight he was fighting over and begun battering him with a blunted axe until he yielded. Loron looked around and noticed that there was a break in the action and there was nobody near him. Then from out of the crowd he could hear the Tyrell yelling. Loron thought about striding up to him and fighting him for a few seconds before a better plan formed in his mind. ""If you want the best come over here and I'll give it to you!"" Loron yelled back at the Tyrell. The threat was flimsy but it was all he could think of. If the Tyrell backed down now he'd be viewed as a coward, Loron wanted to fight him but didn't really know who'd win and so if the Tyrell did decide to back down Loron would be perfectly happy with that outcome too."
14961,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=550,2015-02-14T22:18:00,New Granadeseret,"<blockquote><div><cite>Novae Vitae <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=23520879#p23520879"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lady Elvina the Rosebud<br/>The Tourney Grounds, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>""Indeed, many-a-maiden,"" Elvina replied. ""Though, something tells me Loras is not one to make the mistakes of predecessors. What folly convinced Rhaegar Targaryen that day we shall never know, nor what madness convinced his father after. Perhaps history would have gone easier if more men as honorable as your grandfather had been the Targaryens of those days. But we can only regret.""<br/><br/>Elvina turned to her head to Lady Wendwater, not wishing to again exclude her from the conversation. She had made quite the fit the last time, and it looked poorly if she did so again. ""That beast is quite the oddity, I must say,"" she said. ""I believe it's my first time seeing one.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Steffon Baratheon-Swann</span><br/><br/>""Lust exists in men as well as ladies."" Steffon commented, neatly tying the two points together. ""If legends of the Lady Stark's beauty were to be believed, I can imagine how he might be tempted. As for Aerys..."" he took a deep breath... shivering at what he'd heard of the man. ""The Dragonlords have always had fire in their blood. It has always been the flip of a coin; heads a Jaehaerys or Daeron, tails a Baelor or Aegon IV. We can only thank fortune the poor toss of this generation on the other side of the narrow sea for the Ghis to deal with.""<br/><br/>""Don't sell yourself short, Riliane."" He informed her, slightly widening the smile on his face as their eyes met. ""I know it sometimes seem we men wrap our minds in business, but take Lord Tyrell as an example. He could have sought the favor of any noble house he wished, yet he didn't celebrate his victories in the keeps of the local lords. We're as much people as yourself... and every lady present is certainly beautiful enough to attract many eyes."
14962,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=550,2015-02-14T22:24:00,Novae Vitae,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Paramount Loras Tyrell<br/>The Melee, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>Loras heard Greyjoy from across the melee and grimaced as he let the defeated knight scurry out from under him. He saw another man charging at him, but that gave him an idea.<br/><br/>He stepped back from the man's swing and tripped him, then made a point of hitting him heavily with his sword. ""I am somewhat busy!"" Loras called back, then he engaged a passing knight and caught his blow, shoving him back a good distance to add, ""Perhaps you could come to me, seeing as you're so free of foes! Unless, of course, you're craven!"""
14963,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=550,2015-02-14T22:30:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Loron Greyjoy</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">That was easy to turn around</span>Loron thought as Loras turned what he had said against him. He thought about asking Loras if they could meet half way but decided that it'd just seem like he was ducking the challenge so instead he grimly marched through the sea of bodies towards Loras. Something didn't quite feel right... And Loron swung around to smash his axe into the face of a knight who had tried to hit him in the back, the man had only been wearing a kettle helm and so blood came pouring out of his face. Loron felt disgusted by the violence but he couldn't stop and help the man now. Loron continued to march through the melee until he got closer to Loras he was almost within striking distance now..."
14964,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=550,2015-02-14T22:45:00,Novae Vitae,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Paramount Loras Tyrell<br/>The Melee, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>Loras dispatched of the other knight while he waited for Greyjoy to arrive, having allowed the man to charge at him only to force his surrender be bringing him to the ground after tripping him. He rose and smirked, spreading his arms wide and saying, ""The move is yours, Lord Greyjoy."""
14965,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=550,2015-02-14T23:46:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Riliane Wendwater</span><br/><br/>Riliane looked up at Steffon with big doe-eyes. ""Truly? Do you really think that I'm beautiful enough to be crowned as Queen of Love and Beauty?"" Riliane asked him."
14966,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=575,2015-02-15T01:08:00,The Imperial Republica,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">OOC:</span>sorry if this post is a bit on the longer side. I have some catching up to do because of all the time I've missed<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Maxwell ""The Grey Fist"" <br/>Tourney Grounds,</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Night before the melee</span><br/>As Maxwell sat in the light of the moon, contemplating what the morrow might bring, he could not help but to remember<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/index.php/Battle_of_the_Trident"" rel=""nofollow"">that day on the trident</a>all those years ago.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Why?""</span><br/>The question that had haunted him for years after that battle, for it was the last thing The Grey Fist had ever heard from his lifelong friend Rhaegar before Robert had shattered him, and the Targeryen rule, for what most thought would be eternity. The worst part was the look Rhaegar gave him before he and Robert crossed blades. The look that held so much surprise, sadness, and disappointment. The look that one gives a friend, right before he gets stabbed in the back.<br/>""I often ask myself that same question, old friend,"" Maxwell muttered to himself. But now was not the time for such trivial thoughts, for tomorrow was the beginning of tourney, and he had a long day ahead of himself. The lord of Thunderhoof stood up, albeit with more trouble than it took him 30 years ago, and proceeded to ready his<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://img1.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20121009214659/elderscrolls/images/e/ec/Stormcloakcuirass.png"" rel=""nofollow"">cuirass</a>, his<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://decyplme.startlogic.com/images/LionPauld.jpg="" rel=""nofollow"">pauldrons</a>, his blue and black tabard with his personal<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://www.axiomfiles.com/Files/414085/GFThumbNew.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">sygil</a>, his horned<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://gemstone.play.net/etimes/et9/images/hornheaume.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">greathelm</a>, and his steel greaves and reinforced gauntlets. When all his armor had been readied, he turned and reached for his black iron<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://fc07.deviantart.net/fs28/f/2008/132/f/1/Buster_sword_by_Wen_JR.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">greatsword</a>, but something made him pause. Perhaps it was the thought that should he fall, years of planning and plotting to restore Aemon to the throne would be for naught. Or perhaps he remembered that every time he had drawn his sword, it was for the cause of a good man now dead. Whatever it was that made the Stormlord pause, he shook it off and proceeded to polish and sharpen his weapon. With any luck, it would taste just a little blood tomorrow.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Tourney Grounds, <br/>Day of the melee</span><br/>Maxwell awoke to the sounds of Knights and infantry men running about, either getting the arms and armor of their lords ready, or getting ready themselves.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">today is the day</span>, he thought.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Try not to die.</span>Lord Maxwell got up and donned his armor and sword, keeping his helm at his side as he mounted his auroch and rode from his tent down to the actual area where the melee would be held. As always, he attracted a curious look here and there, but not as many as his grand entrance on the first day of the tourney. He reached his spot right as the herald was addressing the lords and preparing to blow his horn.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">plenty of familiar faces here. Tully, Stark, Dayne, Greyjoy. The real question though is who will wind up on the business end of my blade.</span>That was a question that would be addressed soon enough, and within moments of his arrival, the horn was blown and Maxwell charged into the fray, donning his helm and swinging his sword, instantly knocking a knight to the ground. Another came at him with a high cut to his head, but Maxwell simply let the blade clash uselessly on his reinforced gauntlet, then he disabled the knight with a quick punch to the neck. As the fighting went on though, something strange seemed to happen. Maxwell seemed to phase in and out of reality, or more accurately, his vision did. One moment he was in the melee fighting Knights, the next, he was at the trident crossing blades with an extremely confused Rhaegar.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Gods be damned not now!</span>He shook his head to bring himself back to the present, and continued to clear a bloody path straight down the middle.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Castle Black<br/>Ser Bolvar</span><br/>Ser Bolvar awoke in the Castle Black infirmary with a maester leaning over him, poking him with some sort of metal rod.<br/>""Gah! Get that damned thing away from me!"" He screamed as he shot quickly to his feet. His vision immediately went blurry and he began to fall over.<br/>""Easy there you bloody fool!"" The maester shouted at him. ""Get up to quick and you'll be right back to where you were. Just sit down and take a moment."" He eased Bolvar back down into his seat and gave him some water to help clear his mind. ""Now then, before I ask you a few questions, is there anything you would like to know?""<br/>Bolvar gulped the water down, then looked at the maestar and asked, ""how long was I out?""<br/>""Almost a full day. We found you out cold on top of the wall. What were you doing up there anyway?""<br/>""Why, Pissing off the edge of the world of course,"" Bolvar replied.<br/>The Maester looked him over and then sighed. ""Why am I not surprised. Only reason anyone comes to the wall anymore. You remember anything?""<br/>""Not much...except..."" Bolvar shivered suddenly as he recalled what had happened to him. ""Eyes. I remember eyes...blood red, and there were hundreds of them...maybe a thousand!""<br/>The maester turned a deathly shade of white as Bolvar recounted this to him. ""God's be good...it can't be...you must tell the lord commander of this immediately!"" The maester nearly knocked over the table in his hurry as he grabbed Bolvar by the arm and rushed him to the lord commander's office."
14967,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=575,2015-02-15T03:17:00,Nasaira,"WILLIAM FREY<br/><br/>The Lord of the Crossing sat in his castle the twins. If it wasn't for the importance of the crossing and the anarchy that would of come from uprooting the Frey's, then the Frey's would of been replaced after the war of the five kings.<br/><br/>But luckily for the Frey's and for the Tully's a suitable head of the house was found. William Frey the grandson of Walder Frey. Walder Frey almost brought the family to ruin, sure at the time betraying the Starks might have seemed like the way to propel the family to prosperity but after the war and with the death of Tywin, there was no support from the Lannisters.<br/><br/>Cersi had no interest in honoring any alliances that her late father made, especially not with the Frey's. At that point the Frey's had out lived there usefulness and Cersi had no use for them. Then when Walder went mad and named everyone his heir, this caused infighting and kinslaying upon his death. The House of Frey was almost destroyed by this fighting.<br/><br/>In an attempt to stop the fighting and bring peace back to the region the Tully's supported the only suitable heir for House Frey. William Frey is the polar opposite of his grandfather, mostly because William spent his youth in the halls of Riverrun being raised by the Tully's themselves.<br/><br/>One William came to power as lord of the crossing he bent the knee to House Tully and swore an oath of Allegiance to them. The boy which is now Lord of the Crossing has commissioned several building projects, the most profitable so far is expanding the bridge at the twins which allows more trade to be conducted with the north and the rest of Westeros.<br/><br/>Now William Frey, the Lord of the Crossing just sits in his castle. Not ever invited to court and the Tully's for the most part ignore his existence, only to come around to recieve their tribute for the Lord of the Crossing. While Lord William Frey has considerable wealth and influence, he is able to call upon 7,000 banner men if he choose to do so, but even with this the Tully's for the most part ignored Lord William.<br/><br/>Of course this sort of treatment weighed on the young Lord. Constantly being looked down upon by all the great houses of Westeros. Young William for the most part is being punished for the sins of his grandfather. And now the Lord Frey sits in the Twins awaiting for any word from the lords of Westeros.<br/><br/>"" Have we recieved any Ravens today?""<br/><br/>"" milord there is a tourney taking place in Kings landing, but there is no invitation for us I'm afraid milord.""<br/><br/>Lord Frey had a sad and somber expression overtake his face.<br/>"" of course there is no invitation for us, we are Frey's and therefore hated by all.""<br/><br/>"" milord there are lords out there that wish to be friends with our noble house.""<br/><br/>"" Then let them show themselves."""
14968,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=575,2015-02-15T05:20:00,Tracian Empire,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Diliath <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=23514541#p23514541"">wrote</a>:</cite>[spoiler]<blockquote><div><cite>Tracian Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=23503090#p23503090"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Aerys Waters, the Dragon's Bastard, Commander of the Golden Company</span></span></span><br/>Aerys turned around to see a man with a Valyrian look. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""Aelid Jaerator? Nice to meet you too. I am Aerys Waters.""</span>, said Aerys and shook Aelid's hand.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""As you see, we are almost ready. We will leave tomorrow morning. We should probably talk. Do you want to go to an inn, or if you want we could go on my ship. It's anchored over there""</span>, said Aerys pointing at a pretty big ship.</div></blockquote></div></blockquote></div></div><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Mordonin Jaerator, Astapor</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""I guess that your ship is a better place to discuss what we're going to discuss as I guess it's a bit too confedential to discuss it in a busy inn."" </span>Said Aelid when he had given a gaze towards the big ship.</div><br/>[/spoiler]<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Of course""</span>, said Aerys to Aelid. The two took a boat to Aerys's ship. Once they arrived, they went to the map room. Aerys took a map of Yhos from a drawer.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""This is Yhos. From what we know, it's poorly defended, so I am confident that we will take it pretty easy. As you may see, the most important part of the city is the port. If we take the port, they are doomed. The port has a chain, so this is my plan:<br/>We should send more men on more boats first, in the middle of the night, to take the port and stop them from closing the port with the chain. They will be followed by the main force later. Once we take the port, teh road to the city is open. We may even make them surrender. I will lead personally the men that will arrest the governor.""</span>"
14969,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=575,2015-02-15T08:29:00,Phalnia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ser Tomos Dayne<br/>Tourney Grounds, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>Tomos had one foot on a hand and his sword pointed at the owner's throat. "" Yield!I yield!"" Hollered the man as he scrambled to his feet, good hand rubbing the one Tomos had stepped on. That was the third man the knight from Dorne had bested, since dismounting. He surveyed the field. He quickly noticed that he had lost another of his companions. Had the man been bested? Dragged into a fight out of sight? Or simply lost in the fray? Whatever the cause Tomos had more important things to worry about.<br/><br/>His group now numbered three, including himself. They would need to stick together as long as possible if they hoped to have a chance at winning. The group made their way through the mob. Smashing shields and swinging swords at anyone in their way."
14970,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=575,2015-02-15T09:30:00,Asyir,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Hightowers, The Melee</span><br/><br/>The two brothers readied themselves as the three challengers were nearly upon them. Olyvar raised his silver shield, the midday sun shining brightly off it.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Here they come Ryndar!""</span>The Silver Knight cried out behind him, where Ryndar fell into formation to his brothers left.<br/><br/>The frenzied knight clutched his bastard sword tightly. The three men ran at them, only to see Ryndar and Oylvar side step them. Ryndar pulled out his foot, and tripped one of the poor bastards, whom fell rather quickly. Olyvar spun towards Ryndar's backside, as the other two men turned to face them.<br/><br/>It was at this point Ryndar and Olyvar noticed Galmont, a Hightower man-at-arms, and his small company of four, smash into the unlucky two men. With cries of a yield, the three men scurried away.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""I got you Ser Ryndar, but I arrived a little late. Lord Loras is about to engage Lord Loron Greyjoy!""</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Damn. What in the bloody hell is he doing?""</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""I don't know sire. Should we intervene?""</span><br/><br/>Ryndar saw that there was no opponents nearby.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""No. Let us make sure that no one else decides to intervene.""</span>Ryndar said as he moved towards the two lords. Olyvar, Galmont, and the other four men-at-arms followed the Hightower towards the duel of Loras and Loron."
14971,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=575,2015-02-15T12:16:00,The Imperial Republica,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Maxwell Tyrosus ""The Grey Fist""<br/>Tourney Grounds, day of the melee</span><br/>The sound of steel on steel filled the air like a symphony of instruments. It was almost soothing to a soldier like Maxwell. As the Stormlord took down yet another knight, he paused to examine the field. There was a notable decrease of men still fighting on the field, still plenty mind you, but much less than had started. This was to be expected of course, not everyone can win a melee. Maxwell did a quick survey and noticed that there were still at least 3 or 4 of his elite Knights (BloodHooves) out there fighting. Scratch that, one of them just went down. He had gotten too close to what seems like a duel between Greyjoy and Tyrell.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">interesting</span>he thought.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Kraken and Rose, but which one do I despise more?</span>the answer to this question was a rather simple one, and Maxwell began to carve a bloody swath towards the two lords, in the hopes that Loron might require his help in taking out Loras. That would go a long way in helping to win the favor (and fleets) of the Ironborn."
14972,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=575,2015-02-15T12:32:00,Of the Quendi,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;"">The Seven Kingdoms</span><br/>King's Landing, on the Blackwater Bay<br/>Within the Crownlands of the King</span></span><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d4/GhisHarpie.png""/><br/><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ser Daemon Waters</span></span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Concurrently with the Battle of Kosrak</span></div><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">A</span></span>s Ser Aurane received the scrolls handed him by Lady Sansa he gave a curt bow.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""It is we who thank you My Lady.""</span>The old sailor spoke.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""And should you find yourself lacking in power, despair not, the emperor has much though of Westerosi affairs he is lacking in knowledge.""</span>He added, the extent of his philosophical musings about power Daemon suspected. At least the older man seemed to have put aside his displeasure at Lady Sansa's call for reimbursement from the emperor.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">S</span></span>er Aurane's next words seemed to confirm it.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""I am sure His Majesty will welcome any emissary Your Ladyship may wish to send to his Meereenese court.""</span>The man said.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""To scheme or to negotiate a treaty as you please.""</span>He spoke.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""As for a Ghiscari representative to your own court My Lady, Ser Daemon and I are sent here for just such a purpose. We have been traveling for too long to turn back again so soon. Gods be good we shall not depart the Seven Kingdoms before they are rid of the Tyrell menace.""</span>He proudly declared.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Regarding our accommodation if it is all the same to Your Ladyship I am an old sailor and sleep better in my bunk on my ship then I do in any inn, no matter how fine.""</span><br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;"">The Ghiscari Empire</span><br/>The Bay of Bhorash, in the Bay of Ghiscari<br/>Under the sovereignty of Aemon the Magnificent Targaryen</span></span><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://viki.gameofthronestr.com/images/250x334xVelaryon.png.pagespeed.ic._qjbzIrqxm.png""/><br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ser Corlys Velaryon, Grand Admiral of Ghiscar</span></span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Morning on the sixth day after the Battle of Kosrak</span></div><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">S</span></span>er Corlys hid a smile of relief as the commander of the Mantarine soldiers on the coast shouted his greeting. Not yet, it seemed, had Talaemor prepared his forces for war if war would indeed be his response to the arrest of his sister. With a bit of luck the peaceful surrender of Bhorash and its garrison could be achieved.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Let us try to be diplomatic about this.""</span>The Grand Admiral said quietly to Ser Tumco Lho.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""I always am.""</span>The First Sword replied.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">M</span></span>oving to the fore of the boat the First Sword replied to the Mantarine officer.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Hail, Mantarine. I am Ser Tumco Lho, First Swrod of the Emperor.""</span>The Basilisk Islander shouted back as the boats reached the coast.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""I have been sent to Bhorash in preparation of His Majesty's visit to the city. His Majesty has convened your lord, Prince Talaemor, here to renew his oaths of fealty to the imperial throne. I, and my comrades with me, are here to handle the security of the imperial person for the duration of his stay.""</span>Ser Tumco Lho declared, stepping foot, as the first man, on the soil of Bhorash as he stepped out of his boat.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">M</span></span>ore men soon followed the swordsman while Ser Corlys stayed behind observing the Mantarines carefully, weary of treachery.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""I expect the compliance and hospitality of the Mantarine garrison at Bhorash until such a time as our respective masters arrive, and I do hope you will not prevent me in carrying out my orders.""</span>Ser Tumco Lho proclaimed."
14973,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=575,2015-02-15T13:47:00,New Granadeseret,"<blockquote><div><cite>Woodstovia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=23521562#p23521562"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Riliane Wendwater</span><br/><br/>Riliane looked up at Steffon with big doe-eyes. ""Truly? Do you really think that I'm beautiful enough to be crowned as Queen of Love and Beauty?"" Riliane asked him.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Steffon Baratheon-Swann</span><br/><br/>""It is enough to have any man consider you even if you were a mere smallfolk."" He said honestly. ""Though, in all fairness, today is a day of celebration of the beautiful love between HIs Grace and our Lady Lannister. Even if by some event the King should not win, it would hardy be fair to detract too much from you, my lady."" He addressed the final comment to Elvina."
14974,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=575,2015-02-15T13:58:00,Novae Vitae,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lady Elvina the Rosebud<br/>The Tourney Grounds, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>""Indeed, Lady Riliane,"" Elvina said, looking towards her. ""Your beauty is a sight to behold, even for the highest of lords. I cannot imagine how anyone could overlook you so easily."" A thought flittered through her head at how she might use Riliane's beauty, but she pushed it away for now.<br/><br/>""Thank you, Lord Steffon,"" Elvina added, smiling at him. ""Being the queen-to-be does have its advantages."""
14975,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=575,2015-02-15T15:11:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Riliane Wendwater</span><br/><br/>Riliane blushed, genuinely flattered by their words. ""You're both too kind!"" Riliane exclaimed happily. Her attention however was drawn to the melee where she could make out Loras preparing to fight some other lord. She knew he was a lord from the armour he wore. ""I hope Loras is okay."" she sighed."
14976,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=575,2015-02-15T15:37:00,Nasaira,"JAMIE LANNISTER<br/><br/>The tourney had begun and the melee was underway, with the contestants showing off their skill to all of the young ladies in attendance and to bring honor and glory to their house. The smell of roasted pig was thick in the air, along with other delicious foods being cooked for the crowd.<br/><br/>The crowds cheered for their favorite Lord or knight in the melee. There must of been at least six fights happening at a time. It seemed as if all the lords of Westeros was in attendance here. All fighting for their king and to name that lucky lady their queen of beauty. Ah buy who would the winner of the tourney be, there is a lot of favorites here the one that most people spoke of is that of Loras Tyrell.<br/><br/>It is true that his skill was the sword could not be underestimated here. Loras is a famous knight known for his martial skill, which he practiced daily. And then there was Jamie Lannister, the young Lord walked the tourney grounds in his armor which was a well polished silver that was outlined in gold taper. A true sign of his states and wealth, the armor that Lord Lannister wore was some of the finest in the land, and the sword he carried a Valryian blade named courage. An heirloom from his uncle.<br/><br/>But it appeared as if the Lord Lannister wouldn't participate in the tourney, instead he walked the grounds watching the sight, walking past lords and ladies alike, deep in his own thoughts."
14977,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=575,2015-02-15T15:48:00,Wolfmanne,"<div align=""center""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">House Arryn of of the Eyrie</span></span></span></div><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/thumb/b/be/House_Arryn.PNG/250px-House_Arryn.PNG""/></div><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Paramount Jeor Arryn</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Vale Camp, King's Landing </span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Before the Tourney</span><br/><br/>The Knights of The Vale had been ordered to keep to themselves, with only the patriachs of the family being given leave to roam the city to seek out marriages for their children among the other houses of Westeros. Anyone else who wished to leave the camp had to do so in groups and were ordered to keep a low-profile. There were both political and tourney-related reasons for this; politically, he did not want any trouble being stirred against the Lannister and Tyrell forces in the city and in regards to the tourney, this level of secrecy prevented the other Houses from knowing who among the Knights of The Vale would bring victory to The Vale in the tourney. Jeor was confident, cocky even, of the Vale's chances. Aye, he was a competent fighter, but was far from being a contender to win the Royal Tourney.<br/><br/>The competitors, other than himself, included Ser Jyck Coldwater, Ser Luceon Hardyng, Ser Harlan Hunter the Younger (a knight with an interesting story behind him, given that his father Lord Harlan Hunter the Elder only succeeded to his seat due to the mysterious deaths of his father and two older brothers), Ser Olyvier Redfort, Ser Casper Royce, Lord Alyn Torrent and the reputable Ser Lyance Corbray, who was expected in The Vale to carry them to victory. All were young and for all of them, this would be their breakthrough tournament, with the exception of the veteran Ser Lyance, who sought to add this tourney to a long-running list. Jeor had been his sparring partner throughout his time in King's Landing and he was simply unstoppable. Once you let your guard down, there was nothing to stop a relentless onslaught.<br/><br/>The size of The Vale party was small, contrasted to many others. For instance, the Daynes had almost the same number as the entire contingent of The Vale. Loras Tyrell was believed to have a sizable party of his own and according to speculators, was one of the favourites. Maxwell Tyrosus was another person people speculated, a Stormlander so-and-so who would bring great prestige to himself if he won. Only the Ironborn had brought less men than The Vale to the tourney. Northmen, Rivermen, Crownlanders, all could be found, but excluding their Lord Paramount, only Seven Knights of the Vale had raised their swords.<br/><br/>Each had been blessed by the Faith and the Septon accompying entrusting them to worship a different aspect each day, however aligned so that all of the Seven would be worshipped upon that day. It had been a system that had caused the knights to scratch their heads more than once, but they had gradually got the hang of it. The Stranger was not worshipped though, per tradition and it acted as an unofficial day off for each of the knights. For Jeor himself, as Lord Paramount, he had to dedicate himself to all aspects each day except Sunday. The Septon had promised that piety to the Seven would be rewarded in the Tourney. Perhaps it would be a reward as generous as victory.<br/><br/>Corbray had called a gathering of the Vale contingent. Whilst Jeor was the symbolic leader, they all rallied to Corbray, who was an experienced man in his own right. Corbray went over their strategy and formation. They had all agreed to march onto the grounds mounted, charging a path before eventually dismounting as the numbers thinned out. There was a debate over whether King Aerion should specifically be targeted, with an idea that it would be a symbol of opposition to his illegitimate rule. Jeor overruled the argument; no matter what, Aerion was like a brother to him. He couldn't find it in him to turn on him, even if he had turned away from him.<br/><br/>However, he gravely feared for His Majesty; he was young and inexperienced, fighting in a tourney full of people who'd love throw a swing at his head so that they could say 'I was the one who got the King in'. Then there would be those who'd try and let the King win, for the reason that he was the King. Jeor saw himself as neither of those kinds of people; if he met him on the tourney grounds, so be it.<br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Paramount Jeor Arryn</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Tourney Grounds, King's Landing </span><br/><br/>Jeor had been knocked off his horse far sooner than he had expected. He had the misfortune of getting clipped by a Dornish spear that knocked him off. He last saw a lightly armoured hedge knight mounting his horse and steering it away into one of the brawls that had emerged. His teammates knew that his horse had been the slowest of the lot but by far the toughest and had been galloping some distance behind the other Valemen. Therefore, they had no idea he had been knocked off before he had even begun. The Dornishman fought with ferocity and passion, scaring Jeor into keeping his distance that he would then close through an amazing aerobatic display that would grant him a better angle of attack. Jeor was lucky; the Dornishman, despite being all flashy, was obviously inexperienced and Jeor disarmed him by finding a mount, waiting for him to jump at him and using his height advantage to whack him in the head. The Dornishman yielded soon afterwards.<br/><br/>Jeor wanted to look around and find Corbray, but almost immediately a large, bulky knight carrying a greatsword set upon him. He gave a long, powerful swing at him that Jeor dodged with ease. Had Jeor stood still, it would had done more than put him out the fight. The knight had overcommitted to the attack and Jeor responded with an unending flurry. This knight dropped his weapon and was made to yield. He assumed that he was a Northman, for few other then Northmen chose to come into the melee two-handed. He felt that both of the initial two men he had fought were merely unlucky, as they both seemed like good fighters who was misfortunate. The second knight could had easily made Jeor yield if he didn't overcommit.<br/><br/>After this, Jeor made a cautious advance towards the direction the Knights of The Vale were riding in. He had to regroup with them. His quest was partially answered when he discovered Corbray holding off three determined attackers by himself. His horse was positioned slightly behind him and it seemed like Corbray was almost protecting it. The other Knights were nowhere to be seen. Corbray was the only one there and was being extremely defensive, as he knew that if he attacked then it would be game over for him. The one on his right made a clumsy parry at Corbray, who took his chance and disarmed. This created a gap that the middle attacker sought to exploit. Jeor lunged forward to deflect the blow. Corbray, not knowing that Jeor was there, was able to disarm the middle knight. There was now one left, who was outnumbered two to one. Corbray instead struck at Jeor, knocking him to the ground. The other knight used this opportunity to withdraw from the battle, seeking an easier opponent for him to defeat. Corbray, as he was about to give the finishing blow abruptly stopped and lifted his helmet, a grin on his face.<br/><br/>""Lord Paramount"" he grinned, helping him up. ""My apologies, I fought you were some freebooter trying to knock me out whilst I was unaware. I guess I have you to thank for defeating those hedge knights. A bunch of Crownlanders, formerly sellswords that were recently knighted and wanted an opportunity to play with the big boys"".<br/><br/>""No problem Lyonnel"" he said. ""I guess we're sword-brothers for now, at least until we find the others"". The two then had a look around, searching for targets. They saw Lord Greyjoy and Lord Tyrell engaged against each other. Jeor rose his sword, as if he was about to charge, but Lyonnel raised a hand.<br/><br/>""Na, too much effort"" he said, with a calm demeanour. ""They're both great fighters, but let them tire each other out and we'll knock them out in the final round with more ease. Let's look for an easier target, shall we?"" Jeor nodded and followed the veteran knight."
14978,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=575,2015-02-15T16:47:00,Phalnia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ser Tomos Dayne, The Sword of the Morning<br/>Tourney Grounds, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>Tomos and his small party continued on their way. They were now five strong having reconvened with a household knight and finding a cousin of Tomos', one of the sons of Lord Qorgyle. Together, they continued sloshing through the melee. Tomos had to side step a mounted knight wildly swinging a sword. He could just make out the sigil on his shield as he galloped past. A red castle.<span style=""font-style: italic"">So the knights of the Vale are about.</span>He had heard rumors they were in the capital, but he hadn't actually seen them.<br/><br/>As he reoriented himself he took a moment to survey the field. Still quite a few fighters, though not as many as had started of course. He noted the Lords Paramount Greyjoy and Tyrell who were battling one another. He also recognized the white tower of Oldtown on several men as they moved towards their Tyrell overlord. He decided it best to let them thin themselves out.<br/><br/>He instead led his party in the opposite direction. ""Come on, this way! Lets show these men how Dornishmen fight!"""
14979,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=575,2015-02-15T17:47:00,Majestic Draconia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Prince Deren Martell<br/>Tourney Stands, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>The Prince sat in his seats watching as the melee unfolded. Many of the entrants had already been bested and now sat on the sidelines. Deren was glad to see that ser Tomos was still in the fight. A Dornishman winning would bring the Prince great joy.<br/><br/>As he continued to watch the battle a glinting caught his eye. Pacing along the sidelines was a man in splendid armor with hair as golden as Deren had ever seen.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Clearly a Lannister</span>he thought to himself.<span style=""font-style: italic"">No. Not just any Lannister. It is Lord Jamie Lannister.</span>He thought it might be prudent to speak to Lord Lannister. Prince Deren grabbed a passing servant. ""Be helpful and ask Lord Lannister there,"" the Prince pointed to the armored man ""to come and speak with me.""<br/><br/>""Of course Prince Deren."" The servant replied rushing down the stands. The serving man bowed deeply as he stood before the Lannister man. ""M'lord, Deren Martell has requested your company in the stands."" The man motioned to where the prince sat in the stands."
14980,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=575,2015-02-15T18:08:00,Nasaira,"<blockquote><div><cite>Majestic Draconia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=23530193#p23530193"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Prince Deren Martell<br/>Tourney Stands, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>The Prince sat in his seats watching as the melee unfolded. Many of the entrants had already been bested and now sat on the sidelines. Deren was glad to see that ser Tomos was still in the fight. A Dornishman winning would bring the Prince great joy. <br/><br/>As he continued to watch the battle a glinting caught his eye. Pacing along the sidelines was a man in splendid armor with hair as golden as Deren had ever seen. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Clearly a Lannister</span> he thought to himself. <span style=""font-style: italic"">No. Not just any Lannister. It is Lord Jamie Lannister.</span> He thought it might be prudent to speak to Lord Lannister. Prince Deren grabbed a passing servant. ""Be helpful and ask Lord Lannister there,"" the Prince pointed to the armored man ""to come and speak with me.""<br/><br/>""Of course Prince Deren."" The servant replied rushing down the stands. The serving man bowed deeply as he stood before the Lannister man. ""M'lord, Deren Martell has requested your company in the stands."" The man motioned to where the prince sat in the stands.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>JAMIE LANNISTER<br/><br/>The Lord of Casterly Rock contiouned to pace the tourney fields watching the melee's that were happening. It was a sight, all of those Knights fighting for their lords and houses. Mixed with the smell of the fresh baked bread and the cheering of the crowd.<br/><br/>Lord Lannister's thoughts were interrupted by the appearance of the servant with a message from the prince of Dorne. "" m'lord I'm sorry to disturb you but the prince of Dorne would enjoy your presence with him.""<br/><br/>The prince of Dorne is a powerful man and would make a great friend and powerful ally. It would not only be rude to decline but also foolish, the prince is a very powerful man. Of course Lord Lannister would accept the offer and join the prince.<br/><br/>Walking over to where the prince was sitting Lord Lannister was the first to speak. "" dear prince how do you fair? Are you here to enjoy the tourney or are you here for other reasons? Me personnelly I'm more here to find a wife then for the tourney."""
14981,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=575,2015-02-15T19:30:00,Novae Vitae,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lords Paramount Loras Tyrell and Loron Greyjoy, combatant<br/>The Melee, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>Loras smirked at Greyjoy beneath his helm. ""At least you aren't a craven,"" he said, leveling his sword at Lord Greyjoy. He would let Greyjoy make the first actual move, but he would be sure to goad him into it.<br/><br/>""Well, come at me then,"" he added, leaning forward a bit to give Greyjoy as easy opening. ""You struggled all the way here, you might as well try and get me. Unless, of course, you really<span style=""font-style: italic"">are</span>craven.""<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>Loron felt a burning in the pit of his stomach as Loras began to hit at his pride. He wasn't quite sure how he was going to approach this fight. He had heard that Loras was a good fighter and had heard stories of his battles with bandits but the man didn't really look like a warrior... Or at least not to Loron.<br/><br/>Loron lifted his axe and arced it downwards in a vicious attack, he put some weight behind it to try and get a feel of Loras' strength. He expected it to be parried and so made sure that he wouldn't be caught off-guard by a counter and kept his shield up high.<br/></div></blockquote><br/><br/>Loras side-stepped Greyjoy and swung his sword in a horizontal arch, forcing space between himself and Greyjoy. Then he stepped back and lazily twisted the sword in his hand, smirking under his helm.<br/><br/>""Come now, Lord Greyjoy,"" he called out, leveling his blade at his heart, ""I expected more of you."" He knew the next blow would like see steel meet steel.<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>Loron felt another twinge of pride burning as Loras mocked him again. Loras's sword was coming for his heart. In real combat he'd try to back away and catch it with his sword, he didn't like parrying since it would blunt his blade but since they were already fighting with blunted weapons Loron saw no problem with swatting Loras' sword away with his axe. He put some strength behind his parry and tried to swipe sideways, hoping to get Loras off balance as he stepped through and tried to batter Loras with his shield.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Greyjoy's shield caught Loras in the shoulder and he went tumbling to the ground, rolling to recover from the blow. He rose to a kneel and stabbed out blindly, forcing Greyjoy back on the off chance that he had advanced. Loras then rose to his feet and squared his position.<br/><br/>""Did they teach you to slap like a bitch on the Iron Islands?"" Loras asked. ""I once met a maid from there on the Oceanroad. She was good and tough in bed, but I always end up on top. I always end up fucking ironborn bitches.""<br/><br/>His language was crude, but he used it to reach into the crude man's mind.<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>Loron was quite shocked to hear Loras use that sort of language, he had always thought of the lord as being quite mild mannered and kind, he wasn't expecting the sort of language that he used and started blushing in embarrassment; both from his youth and from Loras basically saying he was going to fuck Loron.<br/><br/>Loron had no response and so simply threw another blow at Loras, again putting quite a lot of his strength behind it. Aiming for the neck instead of the more heavily armoured parts of Loras.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Loras parried Greyjoy's blow, feeling the shock reverberate down his arm. Gods, this man was strong! Loras stepped back from him and held his blade across his chest, not risking another quick attack from Greyjoy.<br/><br/>""Not bad,"" Loras said, ""but remember--I always end up on top. Unless you want to come and get me, Greyjoy! Come now, see if you can<span style=""font-style: italic"">push me down</span>."" Loras let out a laugh, but felt no more at ease. Greyjoy was a better fighter than he had anticipated.<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>Loron would've been smiling if it hadn't been for Loras' constant taunting. ""Oh just shut up!"" Loron barked at him out of frustration. He knew it probably wouldn't do much but if felt good to yell at the man. Since Loras was on the defence now Loron dove with another quick strike, trying to get close to knock him down. He put his weight into the attack but it wasn't a very controlled one.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Loras laughed and moved back easily. It wouldn't be long now before Greyjoy made a mistake that cost him the fight. He moved back again, twirling his sword as he did, interlacing his legs to control his position. He needed just the right angle so--<br/><br/>His foot caught against another and suddenly he falling. His sword stuck into the ground and he fell next, a cloud of dust arising next to him. As he grabbed the hilt of his sword, trying to rise, he met Greyjoy's eye.<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>Loron let out a bark of laughter. The stupid bastard had fallen over! He had won! He saw that Loras was trying to find his feet again so Loron rushed over and threw his elbow at the man, trying to strike him in the face. He wasn't the strongest but his elbow was covered in thick plate. ""Yield."" Loron grunted as he attacked the man.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Loron's strike fell across Loras and he shouted. His ears rung and he turned to see the Hightowers, which gave him a thought. In a loud voice, he shouted, ""Good gods man, I can't hear!""<br/><br/>""Then yield!"" Loron hissed back, hitting him again.<br/><br/>Hurry, Loras thought, hoping the Hightowers had heard him. ""I said I can't bloody hear!"" he shouted for effect, then he looked back at Loron and took a deep breath. ""I . . . I--"""
14982,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=575,2015-02-15T19:41:00,New Granadeseret,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Steffon Baratheon-Swann</span><br/><br/>Having just been on the topic of Loras, Steffon's eyes settled on the lord as he seemed to get into a sort of one-on-one clash with Loron Greyjoy... at least, that's who the armor suggested was beneath it. Blade and axe blows were traded across helmet and shield; a place in its own right in the middle of the storm of combat, as if nobody dared interrupt their dance, lest he be caught by some glancing blow. However... the Ironborn's raw power and stability seemed to be too much for his graceful work; fighting an armored, disciplined foe was probably far different from an organized joust or fighting highwaymen, Steffon wincing at the graphic smack to the side of his head... if nothing else, that would certainly throw of his balance come the joust. Their was a small uproar from the crowd as they witnessed this, as one might of expected, Steffon holding onto Lassa's and Riliane's hands tightly in some effort to comfort them... figuring Elvina would be more concerned with how her betrothed was fighting."
14983,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=575,2015-02-15T20:01:00,Majestic Draconia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Prince Deren Martell<br/>Tourney Stands, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>The Prince rose as Jamie Lannister approached. ""Lord Lannister. How kind of you to accept my offer."" The Dornishman shuffled to the side opening a space for Lannister man to sit. ""Please have a seat."" He offered before sitting himself. ""I am doing quite well, I hope you are...""<br/><br/>For a moment his train of thought was interrupted by the commotion on the field. Loron Greyjoy seemed to be getting the best of the crowd favorite, Loras Tyrell. A wide smile grew on Deren's face. He couldn't care less if the Ironman won, but to see the haughty Tyrell laid low would be a sight to see. The prince's ind finally returned to his conversation.<br/><br/>""Forgive me. I am quite fine, as I hope you are as well. I've come to watch the tourney and take in the sights of the city. Maybe meet with my fellow lords, like yourself. I wish you the best of luck in your search for a bride. I'm sure a man of your status should have little trouble."""
14984,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=575,2015-02-15T20:42:00,Asyir,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Hightowers, The Melee</span><br/><br/>Both Hightowers and their group witnessed Loras fall. Olyvar had a look of pure horror underneath his silver helm, while Ryndar held a look of indifference. After all Loras left formation, but neither could Ryndar allow a Greyjoy to best Loras in the melee. The group began to run, with Ryndar and Olyvar nodding to one another. Both formulated a plan to save Loras.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Olyvar, break off while I distrac......""</span>was all Ryndar could say before Ser Olyvar, with his silver shield raised to Loron's chest sprinted as fast as he could.<br/><br/>Olyvar couldn't stand to see his lord.. His lover.. Upon the ground. A certain frenzy unleashed within him, a frenzy even greater then Ryndar's. The Silver Knight with all of his strength mustered charged forth like a raging river. Ryndar ran too, but noticed a large gathering of warriors pausing to watch. Ryndar and the other men ran to attempt to protect Olyvar.<br/><br/>Olyvar looked from his helm, and saw Loron still focused upon Loras. The knight continued his charge. He was nearly upon Loron when he issued forth a great battle cry.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""For the Reach!!!!!!""</span>. Olyvar was now within 3 feet and closing fast.<br/><br/>Ryndar was back aways, but held his breath, as he watched his younger brother bull rush Lord Loron Greyjoy. He was approaching. 3 feet... 2 feet... Ryndar could imagine the crowd... 1 foot...<br/><br/>Like a crazed madman, Olyvar slammed into Loron, with the force of a charging stallion. Loron flew back, with Olyvar atop him. Olyvar realized he had no sword in his hand, and couldn't see Loron's axe. With his right hand, the knight reached in to grasp Loron's throat.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Yield to me. Yield like your worthless grandfather and father.""</span>"
14985,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=575,2015-02-15T20:57:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Loron Greyjoy</span><br/><br/>Come on! Say it! Loron screamed internally. He was so close. So close to yielding! Loron could practically see the words forming on Loras' lips before something hit him hard and he was sent tumbling. His helmet flew off too, the stupid faulty fucking- then Loron was grabbed by his now unprotected throat and he looked up to see his assailant. He didn't recognise him but even if he did all he was thinking about was Loras, he had made the fucker yield! He had won!<br/><br/>Then Loron tried to take a breath and realised just how serious the situation he was in was. He grabbed the man's hand with both of his but then he realised how strong the man was and how weak and tired Loron was after his fight. He couldn't yield not now! Not when he'd just bested the best fighter in the seven kingdoms! Not when his assailant was insulting his father and grandfather! Loron's hands groped clumsily at the man's face. He was trying to find an eye to gouge, it was dirty but he had to do something! He couldn't just yield!"
14986,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=575,2015-02-15T21:14:00,Novae Vitae,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Paramount Loras Tyrell<br/>The Melee, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>Loras scrambled to his feet, seized his sword, and dashed to Olyvar's side. Placing the tip of his blade on Loron's exposed head and stepped on his shoulder to force down his hand, he said, ""Well fought Lord Greyjoy, but it appears you've been bested. If you yield, nod. If not . . . well, you can always choke.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lady Elvina the Rosebud<br/>The Tourney Grounds, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>""By the Seven, things appear to have changed,"" Elvina said, allowing a bit of her shock to slip through her lips. Aerion had been doing nothing, so she might as well have watched Loras--and what a surprise they had been given. The crowd had gasped collectively, and a few people had even risen to watch more closely.<br/><br/>""They call him the Silver Knight,"" Elvina said, nodding towards the man atop Lord Greyjoy. ""His real name is Olyvar Hightower, and he's one of the best swordsmen in the Reach, though his brother Ryndar is said to be better."" She had to admit that something about the three Reachmen was positively appealing.<br/><br/>""So, my lord and lady, what are we to make of what has just happened?"""
14987,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=575,2015-02-15T21:27:00,Asyir,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Hightowers, The Melee</span><br/><br/>Oylvar clutched at Loron's throat with his right hand harder. He had felt Loron's finger nearing his eye slot on his helm, but Loras had knocked them off. Still very much in a bloodthirsty frenzy, the young knight pulled back his left hand, where his shield, or what's left of his shield, to bash Loron's head from the leftside. Olyvar began to motion forward.<br/><br/>But his hand was kicked, and the bash failed. Ryndar had arrived in time to restrain his brother. The kick weakened Olyvar's grip on Loron.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Olyvar that is enough. The man has to yield!""</span><br/><br/>Olyvar couldn't comprehend what Ryndar had said. His ears were ringing rather loudly from the collsion, but he slowly eased upwards, noticing immediately that all eyes were upon him. Galmont and his men formed a small circle around them, to attempt to keep anyone out.<br/><br/>Olyvar was lifted and pushed off of Loron by Ryndar, whom eyed the Ironborn lord, looking for any wound.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Yield Lord Loron,""</span>Ryndar said,<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Yield or this won't end well. You have lost. Admit defeat.""</span>"
14988,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=575,2015-02-15T21:33:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Loron Greyjoy</span><br/><br/>Loron coughed and spluttered as he caught his breath. He was enraged by the whole situation. He had won! Though at the back of his mind Loron swelled with confidence having just bested a great warrior. He eyed Loras. Furious with the man. But in a soft, meek voice he said ""I yield."""
14989,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=575,2015-02-15T21:39:00,Novae Vitae,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Paramount Loras Tyrell<br/>The Melee, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>""A wise choice, my lord,"" Loras said, extending his hand to help Greyjoy rise. The man may not want the honor, but the gesture itself was a good thing to be seen. He would have to thank Olyvar after, of course, but first-and-foremost, his reputation must not be smeared."
14990,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=575,2015-02-15T21:50:00,The Imperial Republica,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Maxwell Tyrosus<br/>The Tourney Grounds</span><br/>As Maxwell carved his way to Loron and Loras, he saw yet another of his men bite the dust.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">I'm going to have to train them better</span>he thought jokingly to himself, though in truth he knew it was not their fault. You can only fight for so long before you tire. He knocked another knight to the ground and then looked up in time to see Greyjoy tackle Loras.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">perhaps he won't need my help after all</span>Maxwell thought smugly. Before he could turn around though, he saw one of the Hightowers charge Grejoy and knock him to the ground. He started to charge over, but before he could, The Knight of Flowers offered him a hand up to his feet.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">gods be damned...too late</span>. Instead he whistled out for his men to form around him, and together they held their ground in the center.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">this time, I'll wait for them to come to me.</span>"
14991,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=600,2015-02-15T23:19:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Loron Greyjoy</span><br/><br/>Loron glared up at Loras. He was furious with the man but when they were in a public setting with so many eyes on them Loron wasn't sure that it would be the best move to throw a fit. Instead he dutifully accepted Loras' hand with a scowl upon his face and went to pick up his helmet. ""I had you beat."" grumbled Loron ""You got beaten by a 21 year old Ironborn. Maybe next time focus on fighting instead of telling me a story about how you fucked an Ironborn maiden."" Loron scolded him."
14992,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=600,2015-02-15T23:34:00,Novae Vitae,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Paramount Loras Tyrell<br/>The Melee, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>""Aye, I did,"" Loras replied. ""But I have a good assortment of friends, it seems, and they came to my rescue. You'll recall whom has done the same for you, in the light of His Grace.""<br/><br/>""A good day, Lord Greyjoy,"" Loras said, turning away from him. With that he turned to Olyvar. Olyvar could not see the smile beneath his helm, or the burning in his heart, but when he spoke, it was with passion.<br/><br/>""Do try not to waste too much energy here,"" Loras said to Olyvar. ""You'll likely need some later tonight for that feat."" He allowed a purposeful pause only Olyvar would understand until he added, ""Because the king will surely add you to the Kingsguard."""
14993,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=600,2015-02-15T23:45:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Riliane Wendwater</span><br/><br/>Riliane let out a gasp and hugged Steffon's arm tightly when it seemed like Loras was about to yield but then another knight lept at Loras' assailant and Riliane let out a sigh of relief. What Elvina said however made Riliane think over the conversation a bit more ""I'm glad that lord Loras is safe and well but... Isn't it a bit... un-chivalrous to have someone else save you during a duel?"""
14994,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=600,2015-02-15T23:54:00,Novae Vitae,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lady Elvina the Rosebud<br/>The Tourney Grounds, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>""Perhaps,"" she said to Riliane, though she did not think so. ""Perhaps it is not, though. Some consider knighthood a brotherhood. Would it not have been unchivalrous of Ser Olyvar to let his brother be stricken down?""<br/><br/>She did try to paint a good picture of Loras and his companions; they were her lifeline should some unfortunate circumstances send her from Aerion's favor, and it did not do well to be calling them unchivalrous."
14995,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=600,2015-02-16T00:07:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Riliane Wendwater</span><br/><br/>""Well... I suppose when you look at it that way I guess ser Olyvar was in the right to help lord Loras."" Riliane replied nervously. She was quite intimidated by Elvina and she wasn't sure why. She did like her though, she almost seemed like a teacher and to Riliane seemed a lot smarter than herself. Riliane decided that she liked the woman and felt like she could trust her."
14996,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=600,2015-02-16T08:36:00,New Granadeseret,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Steffon Baratheon-Swann</span><br/><br/>It all seemed to go so quickly; one moment, the Loras was on the ground and on the verge of yielding. The next, burly Hightower knights were covering his sides, driving off the Ironborn aggressor. competitors. Granted, he didn't have too fine of a grip on tourney history, but so much fighting over knocking down/keeping up a single man who wasen't a King in his own right wasen't exactly a normal event.<br/><br/>He allowed Elvina and Riliane to finish their conversation, taking a moment to check on Lassa: eye's locked on the scene with rapt attention mouth slightly agape as she clung her seat. ""Loron was striking rather forcefully."" He gave a few looks to the men he'd left behind... that heavy axe of his able to leave some nasty marks and bloody wounds, even when wooden and blunted. ""Besides.. one can hardly blame them for following the instinct to protect their lord, no?"
14997,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=600,2015-02-16T09:21:00,Phalnia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ser Tomos Dayne, The Sword of the Morning<br/>Tourney Grounds, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>Tomos rammed his shield into the mans shoulder. The Riverlander stumbled back landing on his ass. Before the knight had a chance to right himself, Ser Tomos had kicked away his sword, which lay a few inches away. With a blunted sword at his neck, the man yielded and headed off of the field. The Dornishman took a moment to catch his breath. His group was still five strong and had done well at sticking together.<br/><br/>He looked around the field and stopped when he saw the fight between Loras and Loron. Just when it seemed that the ironman had won a knight rushed him knocking him to his feet and attempting to strangle the life out of him. The Greyjoy had no choice but to yield or be choked to death. He chose life.<br/><br/>The whole situation sat wrong with Tomos. Lord Greyjoy had bested Lord Tyrell, yet an overly devote Hightower had robbed him over his win. The Sword of the Morning would not let the situation stand as it was. He turned to his men and spoke. ""Follow me. Lets see if the Reachmen can fight against more equal forces.""<br/><br/>They crossed the field and stopped before the wall of men-at-arms erected to defend the Tyrell and Hightowers. ""Are the Lords of the Reach going to fight a more even force? Or would they prefer I fight them alone?"" His challenge had been issued, now he waited for their response."
14998,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=600,2015-02-16T10:05:00,Diliath,"<blockquote><div><cite>Tracian Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=23522915#p23522915"">wrote</a>:</cite><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Diliath <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=23514541#p23514541"">wrote</a>:</cite>[spoiler]</div></blockquote></div></div><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Mordonin Jaerator, Astapor</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""I guess that your ship is a better place to discuss what we're going to discuss as I guess it's a bit too confedential to discuss it in a busy inn."" </span>Said Aelid when he had given a gaze towards the big ship.</div><br/>[/spoiler]<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Of course""</span>, said Aerys to Aelid. The two took a boat to Aerys's ship. Once they arrived, they went to the map room. Aerys took a map of Yhos from a drawer.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""This is Yhos. From what we know, it's poorly defended, so I am confident that we will take it pretty easy. As you may see, the most important part of the city is the port. If we take the port, they are doomed. The port has a chain, so this is my plan:<br/>We should send more men on more boats first, in the middle of the night, to take the port and stop them from closing the port with the chain. They will be followed by the main force later. Once we take the port, teh road to the city is open. We may even make them surrender. I will lead personally the men that will arrest the governor.""</span></div></blockquote><br/><br/>When Aerys had finished talking answered Aelid:""<span style=""font-style: italic"">That sounds like a good plan. I think it will work, When we have passed through the port and walls into the city will they soon surrender I think. We'll attack Port Yhos when Mordonin has attacked Qarth as he needs the advancement of the suprise more than we do. I suggest that we sail to the ruins of Old Ghis were we'll wait until message reaches us that Mordonin has attacked Qarth. Another point we'll have to discuss i the payment for you and your company. What do you have in mind as payment for all services that concern Port Yhos?</span>"""
14999,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=600,2015-02-16T10:20:00,Asyir,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Hightowers, The Melee</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Really? I could possibly become a knight of the Kingsguard?""</span>Olyvar said, playing on to what Loras said, and also because he wished to know. He never had doubted his ability to fight, and was often praised for it. But the Kingsguard were on an entirely different level. They were the best of the best. If Olyvar became one of them, his name would be known for generations to come.<br/><br/>Ryndar merely shook his head.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Lord Loras perhaps this isn't the best place for a discussion like this. Don't fill Olyvar's head with fantasies. We must remain focused on the melee.""</span><br/><br/>Olyvar gave a disappointed nod. As the three returned to the realm of reality, Galmont had noticed Tomos approaching them. The faithful soldier spoke to the three behind him.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""It seems Ser Tomos Dayne and his band are near. How should we proceed?""</span><br/><br/>Ryndar clutched his bastard sword with both hands, and pushed Galmont aside.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""He's mine.""</span><br/><br/>Ryndar left the circle of Reachmen. He approached Ser Tomos, raising his sword for battle.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Your challenge was heeded and accepted. I am Ser Ryndar Hightower, heir to Oldtown. Let us fight this alone and unaided. May the Warrior be with you, and may this duel bring us both honor.""</span><br/><br/>Ryndar would wait for Tomos. He would not strike Tomos without the knight preparing himself for battle. Ryndar had seen enough dishonor for one day. If he was to fight Ser Tomos, why not do so honorably."
15000,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=600,2015-02-16T12:12:00,Phalnia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ser Tomos Dayne, The Sword of the Morning<br/>Tourney Grounds, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>Tomos watched as the Hightower left the circle. He waited for him to finish speaking. ""Greetings, Ser Ryndar. I am Tomos Dayne, the Sword of the Morning and heir to the ancient seat of Starfall. And may the Father Above judge our deeds as just.""<br/><br/>He readied his shield and sword as he watched the man carefully through his eye slits. Tomos would wait for the Reachman to strike first, perhaps he would get lucky and Ryndar would leave an opening."
15001,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=600,2015-02-16T13:23:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Riliane Wendwater</span><br/><br/>""I suppose not."" said Riliane to answer Steffon. She was still hugging his arm even though Loras was no longer in any immediate danger. ""I wish I had vassals."" Riliane said with a sigh."
15002,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=600,2015-02-17T15:48:00,Novae Vitae,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lady Elvina the Rosebud<br/>The Tourney Grounds, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>""I have no vassals,"" Elvina said casually. ""None at all, and yet here I am, the betrothed of the queen."" Elvina let a smirk slip over her face, raised a finger, and said, ""Watch what I can do without any vassals.""<br/><br/>She rose daintily from her chair and seized a passing knight by the arm. He was not a servant, but an anointed warrior of the Seven, and she said to him, ""Ser, be so kind as to get me something to eat. Well, no--get<span style=""font-style: italic"">us</span>something to eat. I think a platter would suit us nicely. And don't shrink from sweets, day is a day for festivities.""<br/><br/>The knight stared at her, mouth opened wide at her audacity, but she pulled a cutting smile across her lips and said, ""Ser, do hurry. My friends and I are waiting."" And with that, the knight was off to fetch her food.<br/><br/>""See?"" Elvina asked, returning to her seat. ""It is the projection of power that makes us strong, not the power itself. One need only look back to Petyr Baelish or Varys the Spider to see that. Vassals are only concepts, just like illusions--the trick is knowing which illusion is my deadly, mine or, say, Lord Arryn's.""<br/><br/>Again, a thought flickered through Elvina's mind about what to do with Riliane. A young lady, beautiful, not lacking in wit and certainly a seductress. Look at how she already had such closeness to Steffon. Perhaps there was more to make of her than a simple tact of land off the Wendwater."
15003,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=600,2015-02-17T15:48:00,Novae Vitae,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lady Elvina the Rosebud<br/>The Tourney Grounds, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>""I have no vassals,"" Elvina said casually. ""None at all, and yet here I am, the betrothed of the queen."" Elvina let a smirk slip over her face, raised a finger, and said, ""Watch what I can do without any vassals.""<br/><br/>She rose daintily from her chair and seized a passing knight by the arm. He was not a servant, but an anointed warrior of the Seven, and she said to him, ""Ser, be so kind as to get me something to eat. Well, no--get<span style=""font-style: italic"">us</span>something to eat. I think a platter would suit us nicely. And don't shrink from sweets, day is a day for festivities.""<br/><br/>The knight stared at her, mouth opened wide at her audacity, but she pulled a cutting smile across her lips and said, ""Ser, do hurry. My friends and I are waiting."" And with that, the knight was off to fetch her food.<br/><br/>""See?"" Elvina asked, returning to her seat. ""It is the projection of power that makes us strong, not the power itself. One need only look back to Petyr Baelish or Varys the Spider to see that. Vassals are only concepts, just like illusions--the trick is knowing which illusion is my deadly, mine or, say, Lord Arryn's.""<br/><br/>Again, a thought flickered through Elvina's mind about what to do with Riliane. A young lady, beautiful, not lacking in wit and certainly a seductress. Look at how she already had such closeness to Steffon. Perhaps there was more to make of her than a simple tact of land off the Wendwater."
15004,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=600,2015-02-17T16:35:00,New Granadeseret,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Steffon Baratheon-Swann</span><br/><br/>Steffon watched Elvina's little display silently... the way she smiled and spoke, the way in which the knight leaped to a few kind words, bringing some questions to his mind. Surely, he could make that demand of his servants or household, but if he had made such a request of his vassals... would they obey? Or might they simply keep standing, perhaps tossing in some comment about petty abuse of power. Lord now though he was, when he stood judgement at Storm's End there were still those who felt strongly towards Aerion or Aemon, carrying that spark of disappointment or lacking full degree of courtly etiquette in some kind of punishment for his cowardness. If, through some delusion of grandeur, the Ghiscar Emperor sought to take the throne and he called his swords, would they heed his words, or merely do as they pleased. For that moment, confronted with the true power of charm, all the secrets of the world he knew and amazing concoctions he could brew couldn't help him from feeling like a child at his lessons.<br/><br/>""You'd best not say those words too loudly, my lady, lest the smallfolk catch wind."" He said jokingly as he tried to lessen his own tension. ""But it is true... vassals are not like servants, to listen to your every beck and call. They are men and women with wills and honor of their own... and it can only be pushed so far before they can no longer stand it. Aereys lays dead as a testament to that much."""
15005,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=600,2015-02-17T17:29:00,Asyir,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ser Ryndar Hightower, The Melee</span><br/><br/>Ryndar moved into his stance. He quickly probed Ser Tomos for any weakness in stance or armor. There was none. Ryndar had heard that Tomos was the best swordsman in Dorne, and would be Ryndar's toughest challenge yet.<br/><br/>The knight of Oldtown raised his sword with both hands, and gave a light horizontal slash towards his right side, knowing Tomos would surely block or parry away his sword. Ryndar didn't want to extend himself, and merely wanted to test Tomos's strength."
15006,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=600,2015-02-17T19:12:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Riliane Wendwater</span><br/><br/>Riliane looked up at Elvina in awe, almost like she was her mother, older sister or a teacher to her. ""You're really smart. But... You're a Tyrell and you're going to be the queen of Westeros of course people will follow you. The name Tyrell carries power, half the people here won't even know house Wendwater is a house!"" Riliane exclaimed. ""And they all know you're betrothed to the king, nobody here knows me."""
15007,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=600,2015-02-17T19:27:00,The Imperial Republica,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Maxwell Tyrosus</span><br/><br/>As the Grey Fist led his men through the melee, he saw a rather interesting sight indeed. Ryndar Hightower and Tomos Dayne were fighting it out just a few yards away.<br/>""Now this will be interesting,"" Maxwell said to his men as he stuck his sword in the ground and leaned on it like a post. ""The Dornishmen and the Reachmen have never been quite fond of each other. I do wonder which one will prevail.""<br/>""I've got my money on the Hightower,"" one of his Bloodhooves spoke up.<br/>""I'll take that bet,"" Maxwell replied. ""My money is on the Dayne."" If this one was anything like the old kingsguard, Arthur...well Ryndar would have his money's worth."
15008,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=600,2015-02-17T23:44:00,Novae Vitae,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Paramount Loras Tyrell<br/>The Melee, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>""We'll see you in white yet, though<span style=""font-style: italic"">guarding</span>people won't be your only activity here at court,"" Loras said to Olyvar, with a smirk. ""But your brother is right; you've got to stay focused on the now, or you might slip up. We can't have that.""<br/><br/>Then he turned to Lord Maxwell. ""My lord, you appear to be relaxing over there. Care to have a go? I promise you'll only have to go against me, but I can promise nothing about winning."" Loras raised his sword and leveled it half-heartedly at the man. With any luck, he could provoke him to rashness, and from there he would have won.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lady Elvina the Rosebud<br/>The Tourney Grounds, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>""Varys had nothing,"" Elvina said, ""nor did Littlefinger. It was who they were as a person, not whom their ancestors were, that made them so powerful."" Again, the thought flittered through Elvina's head, and now she could not restrain it.<br/><br/>""You should be a lady-in-waiting for me,"" Elvina said. ""After we get back from Essos, of course."" She allowed a small smile and then continued, ""But truly, it would place you in the heart of the court, in a place of honor, with the eyes of many suitors on you--and coming to your call, I might add, not you to theirs. I think you'll be surprised how quickly your influence spreads."""
15009,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=600,2015-02-18T00:37:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Riliane Wendwater</span><br/><br/>Riliane didn't know who Varys or Littlefinger were and spent a few seconds wondering what lady Elvina meant before all her doubts were washed away and her heart began to race with excitement. Lady-in-waiting to the queen? Riliane was almost floored. She looked up at Elvina in awe, struggling to find the words to express her happiness. ""Are you sure? My lady I-I would be honoured to be your lady-in-waiting."""
15010,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=600,2015-02-18T12:12:00,Phalnia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ser Tomos Dayne, The Sword of the Morning<br/>Tourney Grounds, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>Tomos raised his shield and easily blocked Ryndar's strike. This Hightower knew well enough not to over extend himself early. Tomos liked to think of a duel like a game of cyvasse. You start with your rabble to probe the enemy, his defenses and strategy.<br/><br/>Ser Tomos made his first move a moment after the block. With his shield raised he moved towards Ryndar and swung his sword low, aiming for just below the his opponents ribs."
15011,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=600,2015-02-18T15:48:00,Krugmar,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">House Vaeleneos</span> <br/>Ruins of Bhorash<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Six days after the Battle of Kosrak</span><br/>Balaevar Galdaerys, Commander of the 1st Company, II Legion.</span></div><hr/><br/><br/>Balaevar grimaced as he saw Tumco Lho, the First Sword, and realised that any engagement against any enemy such as this would be short and futile. He wasn't averse to giving his life for a cause, such as defending Mantarys, but he was not going to throw it away in some useless gesture of independence. He did not buy the argument the First Sword gave, the fleet was far too large for an advance party, even for one such as the Emperor. If a dragon could not protect him, then no amount of spears or swords could do the job either. The fleet rapidly sailing to the west also troubled him, what purpose would they have if their orders were simply to prepare Bhorash for the Emperor's arrival? Something was not right, but there was nothing Balaevar could do, and nothing Talaemor had ordered him to do.<br/><br/>""I am Balaevar Galdaerys, Commander of the 1st Company of the Second Legion and the Lord Deputy here in Bhorash. I have had no orders to prepare the city for the Emperor's arrival, nor have I received any news about this renewal of fealty. I will comply with your demands, but I will await my orders from my liege Lord as well. You are welcome to use one of the abandoned forts on the eastern side if you wish, though I would not blame you if you decided to remain camped outside. The city is ghastly, and the screams of those long dead can oft be heard among the ruins"" he said to the First Sword.<br/><br/>Balaevar turned to one of the swordsmen next to him, and whispered ""Return to the city, tell the garrison to resume their posts in the Western Fort, end any attempts at hostility"". The swordsman quickly ran towards the ruins, intending to inform the garrison to stand down and not to attack any of the Ghiscari forces."
15012,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=600,2015-02-18T16:03:00,Wolfmanne,"<div align=""center""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">House Arryn of of the Eyrie</span></span></span></div><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/thumb/b/be/House_Arryn.PNG/250px-House_Arryn.PNG""/></div><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Paramount Jeor Arryn</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Tourney Grounds, King's Landing </span><br/><br/>The two Vale knights had managed to find some of the others. It seems that a large proportion of the party was dismounted and were separated, fighting it out alone against clusters of determined combatants. Harlan Hunter and Casper Royce were both found fighting together as brothers. They had attracted a great deal of attention from men of lesser houses and sellswords, for they were two men of two of the greater houses in The Vale. They had been attacked as they advanced, but the two focused on trying to avoid combat if possible, buying their time. Jeor had a twisted feeling in his stomach, as if people were watching and judging the two as cravenous. They didn't literally run away from battle, but they were extremely defensive and making no attacks other than counter-attacks when opportunities presented themselves. Casper noticed Luceon Hardyng in the distance, fighting off four knights single handedly. Jeor tried to rally the men and raised his sword, but Lyance Corbray intervened.<br/><br/>""Leave him"" he said. ""It's too far, he'll be finished by the time we get there, we'll be highly noticable and we'll be vulnerable. Stick together"". Harlan nodded in agreement, as did Casper, but Jeor still felt it was wrong. All four of them were swornknights. They weren't just any Knights either, they were Knights of The Vale, the paragons of all knights across the realm. And yet here was Lyance, telling them to leave them. No, this was not right. Lyance may be a respected warrior, but Jeor was still his liege<br/><br/>""I'm not leaving him behind"" he exclaimed, once again raising his sword. ""Royce, Hunter, with me, now. Corbray, do what you please. I am not going to be a part of this any longer"". Royce and Hunter glanced at each other with faces of reluctance, whilst Corbray grinned in the direction that Hardyng was in. Jeor looked back and saw him being disarmed. His sword was lying on the ground and Luceon raised his hands up, as if he was surrendering. One of the knights pushed him over and the heavy weight of Luceon's armour dragged him down. The rabble appeared to be laughing and joking among each other, with one kicking his helmet. They appeared to be lightly armoured and likely used their mobility along with their numbers to overwhelm Hardyng before he could respond. Inside, Arryn knew that had Corbray not wasted time, they could had saved. Nevertheless, what was done was done. They had a tourney to win.<br/><br/>""Look at that cluster over there"" Corbray pointed out. ""Two people engaging each other in single combat and everyone else watching? Ah wait, I remember; they are Dornish and Reachmen"". Jeor noticed the banners of the Daynes and Tyrell-Hightower alliance. First Greyjoy had fought the Tyrells and now the Daynes are trying their luck. The favourite were all wearing each other and Corbray had barely fought any tough competition. He knew that these were Corbray's waters; he always picked his battles carefully, fighting when necessary and avoiding confrontations he saw as pointless. ""Clearly they care more about making this tourney a fool's act rather than a demonstration of martial prowess. I might be a pragmatic man, but I am not dishonourable; as much as I'd love to, it would not do us any favours if we intervened and bashed their skulls in. Let's move out""."
15013,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=600,2015-02-20T12:42:00,Tracian Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Diliath <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=23537202#p23537202"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Tracian Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=23522915#p23522915"">wrote</a>:</cite><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""></div></div></div><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Of course""</span>, said Aerys to Aelid. The two took a boat to Aerys's ship. Once they arrived, they went to the map room. Aerys took a map of Yhos from a drawer.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""This is Yhos. From what we know, it's poorly defended, so I am confident that we will take it pretty easy. As you may see, the most important part of the city is the port. If we take the port, they are doomed. The port has a chain, so this is my plan:<br/>We should send more men on more boats first, in the middle of the night, to take the port and stop them from closing the port with the chain. They will be followed by the main force later. Once we take the port, teh road to the city is open. We may even make them surrender. I will lead personally the men that will arrest the governor.""</span></div></blockquote><br/><br/>When Aerys had finished talking answered Aelid:""<span style=""font-style: italic"">That sounds like a good plan. I think it will work, When we have passed through the port and walls into the city will they soon surrender I think. We'll attack Port Yhos when Mordonin has attacked Qarth as he needs the advancement of the suprise more than we do. I suggest that we sail to the ruins of Old Ghis were we'll wait until message reaches us that Mordonin has attacked Qarth. Another point we'll have to discuss i the payment for you and your company. What do you have in mind as payment for all services that concern Port Yhos?</span>""</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>Aerys Waters, Commander of the Golden Company<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Well, it won't be a hard job, so we have decided that 200000 gold dragons is more that enough""</span>,said Aerys.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""We will leave Astapor tomorrow morning. I think that we should all sleep a little""</span>.<br/>After Aelid had left, Aerys went to his room. He stayed there for a few hours, looking at a map of Yhos, planning everything.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""It's going to be too easy""</span>, said Aerys."
15014,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=600,2015-02-22T07:16:00,Diliath,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Tracian Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=23589574#p23589574"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Diliath <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=23537202#p23537202"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>When Aerys had finished talking answered Aelid:""<span style=""font-style: italic"">That sounds like a good plan. I think it will work, When we have passed through the port and walls into the city will they soon surrender I think. We'll attack Port Yhos when Mordonin has attacked Qarth as he needs the advancement of the suprise more than we do. I suggest that we sail to the ruins of Old Ghis were we'll wait until message reaches us that Mordonin has attacked Qarth. Another point we'll have to discuss i the payment for you and your company. What do you have in mind as payment for all services that concern Port Yhos?</span>""</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>Aerys Waters, Commander of the Golden Company<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Well, it won't be a hard job, so we have decided that 200000 gold dragons is more that enough""</span>,said Aerys. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""We will leave Astapor tomorrow morning. I think that we should all sleep a little""</span>.<br/>After Aelid had left, Aerys went to his room. He stayed there for a few hours, looking at a map of Yhos, planning everything. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""It's going to be too easy""</span>, said Aerys.</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/>When Aelid had left Aerys walked he towards the part of the harbour that was reserved for the imperial fleet. He easily located the part of the fleet that would go to Yhos. When Aelid asked where the admiral was, was he redirected to a large ship. After he had convinced the Ghiscari guards that he had good meanings could he enter the ship. As he knocked on the admirals door was he curious what kind of man it would be."
15015,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=600,2015-02-22T20:17:00,Arana,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Greywater Watch, The Neck, The North<br/>Brandon Reed, Lord of Greywater Watch, Protector of Moat Cailin</span><br/><br/>Brandon Reed wandered through the woods, not quite sure where he was going. Something was pointing him towards where he needed to be, although as to what was doing it and and what it was pointing him to, he couldn't say. Regardless, he knew from experience to not ignore such feelings. As he walked on, above him soared a bird, seemingly an eagle or falcon, which seemed to be further leading him in the right direction. After walking for quite awhile, Brandon emerged from the trees, stopping in awe when he saw what was in front of him: a huge meadow stretching as far as the eye could see, with flowers growing everywhere. They were Southern flowers, mostly roses, and they were beautiful. For awhile, he just stood there, looking down at the meadow, until the bird cried out overhead, sounding almost impatient with him. As he went on into the flowers, he started to notice how deep they were. The further he went, the deeper they got, until it became difficult to move. By the time he was almost waist deep, the thorns starting cutting into his skin as well, drawing blood. He started to turn back, but something prevented him from doing so, pulling him forward.<br/><br/>In a clearing ahead, he saw an even more breathtaking sight: a young dragon, tangled in the rose vines, with thorns stabbing into it. There was quite a bit of blood, and it was quite obviously wounded, but it seemed to be at peace. The bird landed near the vines, and started pulling at them with its beak, seemingly trying to free the dragon. The beast simply roared at the bird, and new vines crept over it, tightening around it. Brandon wasn't sure why, but he knew he wanted... no, he needed to help it, to make it feel better. Pulling out a small knife, he started cutting at the vines, ignoring the pain as the thorns dug into his sides and legs. The dragon roared once more, but as Brandon reached a hand through to touch it, it fell silent. Vines began to fall away as he cut through them, but still the dragon remained trapped, seeming reluctant to allow itself to be free. Between Brandon and the bird, a path through to the beast was opened, and the young Lord of Greywater Watch approached cautiously, hugging it around the neck after it showed no signs of hostility. Suddenly, the vines sprung back, snaring the two of them almost instantly. As they restricted his movement and cut into him, he struggled to break free, but then, they started to feel so good... he struggled for a moment or two, before simply putting his arms around the dragon and submitting. But as he did so, another roar came from the woods, and a golden beast ran up to him, lunging with its teeth and claws right at his...<br/><br/>Brandon woke with a jolt. He was still at home, in Greywater Watch, and not in some meadow with a dragon. The memory of the dream was fading fast, but one thing was certain: he needed to tell Howland about it. Throwing on some clothes quickly, he marched from his room to that of his grandfather. The older Reed was lying in bed, as usual, his frail, withered body barely moving. Still, he managed to smile weakly for his grandson, as always.<br/><br/>""Good morning child. It's been awhile... what was it, two hours ago? Three maybe? Did you get any sleep at all last night?""<br/><br/>Brandon frowned. It was true, he'd spent most of the night reading, and when he wasn't reading he was making sure his grandfather didn't need anything. Sitting in a chair across from he bed, Brandon sighed and rested his eyes.<br/><br/>""I had another dream last night.""<br/><br/>""Green or regular?""<br/><br/>""Would I be here if it was regular?""<br/><br/>Slowly Howland turned to look over to Brandon, struggling to move.<br/><br/>""Let me guess. The roses again?""<br/><br/>""Yes. This is the fifth time, and I still can't tell what it means...""<br/><br/>Groaning, Howland rolled his eyes and returned to his position on his back.<br/><br/>""Brandon... I love you, and you are as gifted as both of my children combined. But sometimes, you can be as dumb as a rock. I haven't left Greywater Watch in almost fifty years, and it's obvious to me what it means. Try and follow along here. Who is the king?""<br/><br/>""Aerion Targaryen, First of His Name, why?""<br/><br/>""No questions. His sigil is?""<br/><br/>""The dragon.""<br/><br/>""His regent and small council consist of lords from the...""<br/><br/>""Reach?""<br/><br/>""And they're ruled by...""<br/><br/>""House Tyrell.""<br/><br/>""Whose sigil is...""<br/><br/>For a moment, Brandon was silent. Then he groaned loudly, putting his head in his hands.<br/><br/>""I trust you've figured it out by now?""<br/><br/>""Yes... but why am I in it? What am I supposed to do?""<br/><br/>For a moment, Howland looked thoughtful, before answering.<br/><br/>""I cannot say. But the king's wedding is coming up soon. Go south, to King's Landing, and I suspect you shall find your answer.""<br/><br/>Brandon's eyes flashed open, a surprised look on his face.<br/><br/>""I can't leave. You're too sick, and I have to oversee the rest of the work on Moat Cailin, and continue studying...""<br/><br/>""Enough. I have no intention of dying yet. Lord Fenn or Lord Blackmyre can finish the construction at Moat Cailin, and you can study anywhere. You are going, Brandon. Is that clear?""<br/><br/>Reluctantly, Brandon nodded.<br/><br/>""Good. And give the king my apologies for not being able to come.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Much Time Later, Tourney Grounds, King's Landing, The Crownlands</span><br/><br/>Brandon walked through the tourney grounds, looking at the other lords and ladies around him. Most didn't notice him at all, others saw the sigil of House Reed on his chest and scoffed. It was for those two reasons that Brandon preferred to stay in the Neck, or if he had to leave, the North. The tourney was already in progress, thanks to the trouble he'd had getting past some of the Tyrell guardsmen at the gates, who refused to stop harassing him until he threatened to go to Lord Stark. After that, he'd been harassed by Frey guardsmen, until he threatened to close the causeway to any of Lord Frey's men. Neither threat was serious, of course, but they didn't hurt either; the Reeds had been loyal to the Starks for thousands of years, and the Freys had hated them for almost as long. Wandering into the stands, he found a group of young nobles, and went to sit with them. On closer inspection, it became apparent who they were.<br/><br/>""Greetings, Lord Baratheon, Lady Stark, Lady Wendwater. And, of course, our soon-to-be queen, Lady Lannister. I hope I haven't missed much.""<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Tourney Grounds, King's Landing, The Crownlands<br/>Aerion I Targaryen, King of the Andals, the Rhoynar, and the First Men, Lord of the Seven Kingdoms</span><br/><br/>As the melee began, Aerion charged forward into the brawl, Ser Aemon and Dame Brienne slowly following behind him. Although it wasn't known to him, the two had agreed to watch over him beforehand; of course, they had no intention whatsoever to just let him win, only to ensure his safety. Unfortunately, for the beginning of the melee, it seemed like they might be doing their job a bit too well. Most contestants that Aerion tried to go after were taken down by others before he could get to them, and most that tried to come at him from behind made the mistake of trying to take out Aemon or Brienne first.<br/><br/>Eventually, Aerion managed to find an opponent, a knight around his age with a shield bearing the blue swordfish of House Bar Emmon. The knight charged at him, his sword hitting Aerion's shield with a loud clang. The young king was knocked back a bit on his horse, but was able to push back, holding the other knight at bay for long enough to steady himself. From the look of it, the other had hurt his arm somehow, and Aerion used that to his advantage, taking the advantage and bashing him with his shield before advancing with his sword. After several moments, the other knight fell from his horse, yielding before Aerion even had a chance to ask it of him. Several more lesser knights fell before Aerion, none of them particularly good fighters. After some time, this dawned on the young king, and he decided to look for more of a challenge. Noticing a possible confrontation between Lord Maxwell, Lord Loras, and Ser Olyvar, he gestured to Brienne (Aemon was currently fighting off a rather large Pentoshi), and rode over.<br/><br/>""Loras, Lord Tyrosus, Ser Olyvar. I'm glad to see you all still in action.""<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Castle Black, The Wall, The Night's Watch<br/>Raven Snow</span><br/><br/>Raven looked up at the two men, somewhat disappointed but glad at the same time.<br/><br/>""Thank you... I have to admit, I had come hoping to fight, but... whatever is necessary.""<br/><br/>Leaning down, he hugged Shadow and scratched him behind the ears. Bryn looked down at him as well, seemingly almost as sad to be separated from the wolf as Raven was. After receiving a few licks from Shadow, he allowed the wolf to be taken away before looking up at Satin.<br/><br/>""So... what now?"""
15016,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=625,2015-02-23T14:01:00,Of the Quendi,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;"">The Ghiscari Empire</span><br/>The Bay of Bhorash, in the Bay of Ghiscari<br/>Under the sovereignty of Aemon the Magnificent Targaryen</span></span><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://viki.gameofthronestr.com/images/250x334xVelaryon.png.pagespeed.ic._qjbzIrqxm.png""/><br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ser Corlys Velaryon, Grand Admiral of Ghiscar</span></span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Morning on the sixth day after the Battle of Kosrak</span></div><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">S</span></span>er Tumco Lho shrugged indifferently at the concerns of the man, Balaevar Galdaerys, who apparently was the senior commander of the Mantarines in Bhorash.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""His Majesty sent me on the same day he sent words to your master. Its possible your lord has not yet received the Emperor's summoning, or even that he has chosen to ignore it.""</span>Ser Tumco declared.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Either way my men will camp within the city, they are no strangers to haunted ruins, Old Ghis had no shortages of those, and await His Majesty.""</span>The First Sword proclaimed as he walked up towards the Mantarine commander.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">H</span></span>aving apparently said all he cared to the First Sword turned his back to the Mantarine commander, making Ser Corlys's skin crawl at the overconfidence to turn ones back to a potential foeman, shouting back to the ships.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Get the men ashore, the lot of them.""</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">S</span></span>haking his head Ser Corlys wondered if the First Sword was as cavalier with the Emperor's safety as he seemed to be with his own. Alone on a shore against a numerically superior force with his back turned. The man was either very stupid, very brave or very very good.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Ashore lads.""</span>Ser Corlys roared at his men in the boats. Moving to the side of his own boat the young grand admiral shouted at one of his lieutenants.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Back to the fleet, get the men moving. Before nightfall I want all men and provisions ashore.""</span>He instructed, before turning his attention once more to the First Sword and the Mantarine commander.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">I</span></span>t seemed Ser Tumco Lho had stopped baring his back as he had walked the rest of the way up to the Mantarine while Ser Corlys issued his orders.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""I will need for whatever defenses this place have to be placed under the control of my men, commander, as well as a list of names and numbers of all Mantarine soldiers and citizens present here at Bhorash, and lists of weaponry, provisions and equipment. The safety of the emperor demands it.""</span>The First Sword declared."
15017,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=625,2015-02-23T21:30:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Riliane Wendwater</span><br/><br/>""Huh? You know of my house?"" Riliane asked in astonishment. She didn't know how he knew she was a Wendwater when few present even knew Wendwater was a house but it made her happy. ""You missed most of the melee, the king is even fighting in it. Not much has really happened though apart from a duel between the lords Greyjoy and Tyrell."""
15018,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=625,2015-02-24T17:01:00,Krugmar,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">House Vaeleneos</span> <br/>Ruins of Bhorash<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Six days after the Battle of Kosrak</span><br/>Balaevar Galdaerys, Commander of the 1st Company, II Legion.</span></div><hr/><br/><br/>""Well, I can tell you that the city is lacking in defence, with no walls anymore and completely ruined buildings. There is the 'Skull Fort' that my men are currently garrisoned in, though the walls surrounding it are a mix of old stone and wooden palisades. I suppose there is the old Palace, a bit broken down but still defencible and probably decent if quickly revamped. As for the men and weapons we have, those records are in my office, I will fetch them for you. As for provisions, we have about three days of food left and we should be resupplied by tomorrow. Last caravan sent got hit by bandits, only half of the food came unspoilt."" said Balaevar to the First Sword, relaxing slightly as he saw his men march out of the ruins towards the beach, assembled in loose formations.<br/><br/>They stopped marching, a shout was given, then they coalesced into two lines, making an entrance that led to a dilapidated arch. ""It is customary for newcomers to march through the arch, gives good luck and keeps the ghosts resting."" said Balaevar, completely serious. He was a superstitious man, believing in tales of demons, ghosts and other creatures of the night. When the arch had become a sort of protection against such evils was unknown, probably invented by the soldiers either out of fright, or simply to mock their commander and his superstitions. Before long, however, they all began to believe in the story.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">House Vaeleneos</span> <br/>Ruins of Bhorash<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Seven days after the Battle of Kosrak</span><br/>Talaemor Vaeleneos, Dragonlord of Valyria, King of Mantarys and Master of the Demon Road</span></div><hr/><br/><br/>Talaemor stood in the central plaza of the city, on an elevated platform, surrounded by his guards and nobles while the commoners looked on. He was in the middle of a speech, attempting to rally the Mantarine people and get them to devote themselves wholeheartedly to the war. ""But we will not become crushed by this tyrant, nor will we suffer his chains anymore. A free Valyria, for the true Valyrians! They shall call us the City of Monsters no longer, instead they shall name us the City of Dragons! Stand with me, stand with Mantarys, and together we can defeat this usurper and restore freedom to these lands!"" he shouted, finishing his speech. The cheers of the people were almost deafening, they had been waiting for this moment for a long time. The most skeptical amongst them did not cheer, but looked worried, about their future and the future of the city.<br/><br/>Next came the rituals, descended from old Valyria. First a pure white lamb was led up to an altar on the platform, where it was pulled up and tied town by several Seers. Talaemor drew an elegant knife, so uniquely and greatly designed that some might mistake it for Valyrian steel, and sliced open the stomach of the poor creature, spraying its entrails over the altar and on to the floor. The Seers read the omens carefully for several minutes, before declaring that the Gods favoured Mantarys, and would see Valyria restored. Cheers went up amongst the crowds, with even some of the skeptical members joining in this time.<br/><br/>Several prisoners were led up to the stage, each of them were Ghiscari officials who had been sent to keep an eye on Mantarys. One was a tax collector, while another was an advisor, and another was a Red Priest. They each wore a loincloth, and painfully branded onto their foreheads was the three-headed dragon of the Targaryens. Talaemor drew Hellfire, quietening the crowd as they stared at the blade which shimmered in an unnatural steel-orange light, with strange fiery streaks running through it every few seconds. He brought the blade down first upon the tax collector, decapitating him swiftly in one stroke and showering the nearby audience with blood. The head was pulled into a basket, while the body was pushed into the crowd, who quickly began pulling it apart and slicing it up. The same was done to the other individuals, each meeting this unfortunate end.<br/><br/>Yet the ritual was far from over, there was still one last gruesome detail to occur. A bull was led to the platform, having been painted red, wings added and two other bull heads having been stitched on to its neck. The imagery was clear, and the mockery created a turbulous amount of laughter amongst the crowd. The bull was hooked up to a makeshift crane that had been prepared earlier, and hoisted up until it flew above Talaemor. He used Hellfire to quickly slice its throat, causing it to twitch for some time until the life drained out of its body. The blood showered Talaemor, coating his simple robes in blood, for several minutes. He waited until he was completely drenched, and the bull devoid of all blood, before descending the steps down into the crowd. There they fought to touch him, and to wipe some of the blood onto themselves. By the time he had made it back to his Palace he was almost clean, though stinking of dried blood. The Gods must have heard the rituals, and soon they would respond with their favour. Valyria would rise again.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">The Night's Watch</span> <br/>Lord Commanders Quarters - Castle Black<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Day after celebrations</span><br/>Triston Gaunt, Lord Commander of the Night's Watch</span></div><hr/><br/><br/>Triston listened intently to the story presented to him by the Maester and Captain Bolvar, though he kept a puzzled frown throughout. He was never a man for superstition, relying more on the practical. He understood the cold, the wildlings, accepted that maybe the dead could rise and that the Others existed, but strange visions were potentially too much for him. ""I am very confused, what significance are these red eyes and why do they seem to trouble you so much?"" he asked, leaning forward in his chair to look closer at the two in front of him.<br/><br/><br/><hr/>"
15019,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=625,2015-02-24T17:26:00,Novae Vitae,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lady Elvina the Rosebud<br/>The Tourney Grounds, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>""Indeed,"" Elvina said, and she saw the knight she had ordered about earlier returning. He was behind the Reed, however, and she gave him a stare so harsh, pointing to the new visitor, that the man rounded on his heel and left, presumably to get more refreshments.<br/><br/>""And Lord Reed, may I ask--what news is there from the North, by the Neck? I hear that your House has undertaken the task of rebuilding Moat Cailin.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">First Ranger Satin<br/>Castle Black, the Wall</span><br/><br/>""Come with me, child,"" Satin said, rising. He nodded to the First Ranger, excusing himself. Satin strode from the hall, out into the unhindered cold of the Wall, and there turned abruptly on the boy.<br/><br/>""I don't trust you,"" Satin said, ""but that's not personal. I don't trust half my brothers. Trust is something you will earn. But respect, that is something I have for you. It's hard to survive up there. It nearly took my life many a time. But out of the respect I've given you, tell me here, tell me now.""<br/><br/>Satin crouched down in front of the boy, his hands resting on his hips . . . and near his daggers. ""What are you hiding?"""
15020,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=625,2015-02-24T19:23:00,New Granadeseret,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Steffon Baratheon-Swann</span><br/><br/>Even before he turned to see the approaching lord... deciding it would be best to let Elvina make her offer without an interference, his nose scrunched up to the smell... something vaguely like the moldy oder of the less-used corners of the Guildhall, yet almost impossible deeper... if admittedly weaker. His head turned, trying to follow the smell to it's source, to find a very young man standing there. Though he wore the cloths of nobility, the stench and his complexion seemed to suggest he might be stablehand or portier mummering about with his employer's wardrobe.<br/><br/>He already had his hand half up to wave the boy away when Lady Lannister spoke, declaring him to be some Lord Reed. It almost sounded like some mocked up name, like an insult one would give to some smug peater... but, he directed his hand to the new tray of sweets instead, just in case. It was only at the mention of the neck that a few vague memories, from his childhood exercises bubbled up... causing his nose to remain tightened. The Crannogmen... savage relics of a bygone age, continuously snubbing civilization to wallow around in the mud like some beast, ignorantly toying with a thousand petty demons, selling their spirits for visions of half-truths and tragedies that would be wrought by the very forces that predicted them. His courtly smile faded to something much more strained, swallowing to buy himself one moment more to collective his nerves.<br/><br/>""Lord Reed... come, sit. You'd best not miss much more of the action."""
15021,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=625,2015-02-24T20:16:00,Arana,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Tourney Grounds, King's Landing, The Crownlands<br/>Brandon Reed, Lord of Greywater Watch, Protector of Moat Cailin</span><br/><br/>Though it was there and gone in an instant, Brandon recognized the look on Lord Baratheon's face. It was a look that every Reed had seen at least once in their life, usually from some Southron knight or noble who thought themselves better than them. In the North, things were different; there, House Reed was given the respect that they deserved, as the first line of defense against invasion from the south. Here though, things were different. Here, the Old Ways had been abandoned in favor of the Seven, or in some places, the red demon that was so popular in Essos.<br/><br/>""Thank you, my lord. As for the construction, my lady, it should be completed soon. We've fortified the northern side of Moat Cailin, and when I left repairs had been finished on the Children's Tower and the Drunkard's Tower, and the third was near completion. Even in ruins, it was a challenge, but now any invader will find it near impossible to capture. And as he who controls Moat Cailin controls the causeway, the only other way for an invader to come by land would be through the bogs, and... well, no army has made it through alive in centuries.""<br/><br/>Grinning slightly, Brandon looked at the melee going on down below. Fromwhere he was, it was clear to see who was who. His eyes were drawn to the king, seemingly speaking with who he assumed to be Lord Tyrell. Although he wouldn't admit it to his grandfather, he had been at least a little excited to travel south, if only to finally meet the boy whose face he kept seeing on money. Part of him feared that the young king would react much the same as Lord Baratheon had, but he still hoped that he'd remember everything House Reed had done for his father and great uncle.<br/><br/>""Oh, and congratulations, my lady, on your upcoming wedding. My grandfather had wished to come congratulate you as well, but lately he's been unable to leave his bed for very long. Besides, it has been decades since he's left the Neck... I'm sure if he could have left for anything though, it would have been this.""<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Castle Black, The Wall, The Night's Watch<br/>Raven Snow</span><br/><br/>Raven was startled when the First Ranger suddenly turned, and his hand instinctively went to his blade. When the man stopped, however, he retracted his hand, and looked up at him.<br/><br/>""I... nothing, m'lord. I tried to tell everything as I remembered it... I'm just afraid I might have remembered wrong."""
15022,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=625,2015-02-24T20:58:00,Phalnia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ser Tomos Dayne, The Sword of the Morning<br/>Tourney Grounds, King's Landing</span><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""OOC""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Asyir has given me permission to finish our fight.</div></div></div><br/><br/>Ser Tomos' move only seemed to glance off of Ryndar. The next moment the Reachman was upon him. He landed several strong downward blows in quick succession. Fortunately, Ser Dayne's shield proved useful. He held it above his head absorbing the strikes. However, with every blow Tomos found himself being forced lower and lower to the ground. He would have to separate quickly.<br/><br/>After the fourth blow Tomos made his move. He struck out with his shield catching the Hightower in mid swing and forcing him back a few steps. This gave Dayne the chance to stand up straight. He took a quick glance at his shield, several cracks and splinters had appeared adding to the few incurred during the melee, it would hold together for the fight though.<br/><br/>The two now stood a few feet apart facing one another intently. The sounds of others clashing around them and the periodic roar of the crowd seemed to be drowned out. Tomos could only hear his own heavy breathing and his blood as it rushed through every inch of his body.<br/><br/>Ryndar and Tomos were walking in a circle, matching each others steps and never getting to close. The Reachman spoke in a booming voice. ""You're as good as I had heard, Ser Dayne! I'm glad! I never cared much for crossing swords with cravens and strutting fools!""<br/><br/>Tomos responded. ""I've heard tale of your skill as well! They do not exaggerate!"" As soon as his sentence ended Ryndar charged in, sword primed to strike. With only a moment to spare, Tomos quickly stepped to his right, feeling a gust through the slits of his helm as the Reachman flew by. In mid-step Tomos could see an opening. Ryndar was stumbling forward, as he tried to right himself from his missed strike. Some would have seen such an opening as an excellent opportunity to finish a man. But, Tomos was not one of those men. He had always held himself to a high code of chivalry. Many had called him a fool and self-righteous, but Tomos ignored them. He was content in the fact that he held himself to his own code of ethics.<br/><br/>Ryndar hjad caught himself with a free hand and managed to face Tomos. Obscured by his helm the knight's face was a mixture of confusion and surprise. He had fully expected to feel the strike of a blade across his back. Instead he saw the Dornishman standing shield and sword ready. Ryndar gripped his blade tightly with both hands.<br/><br/>Sensing his opponents readiness, Tomos made the next move, charging with his shield raised. Ryndar swung his sword, but Tomos was too close for the Reachman to build up enough momentum for the attack to be effective. Instead it merely bounced off of Tomos' shield as he brought his sword forward in a horizontal strike, meeting Ryndar solidly on his left shoulder.<br/><br/>Ryndar let out a loud grunt as his shoulder was struck. His shoulder ached with pain though he could still grip his sword with both hands. The knight swung his blunted sword, mustering as much strength as he could. His swing made contact as Tomos only barely managed to raise his shield to meet the blow. With the strength of the blow, Ser Tomos' shield had finally broken. The cracks and splinters had weakened the shield and now the top third was missing. The straps and holds had soehow managed to survive the fracturing.<br/><br/>Both knights were stunned. Luckily Tomos managed to recover first. With what was left of his shield Tomos struck Ryndar square in the chest. The knight was sent tumbling to the ground, his sword sliding away. The force of the strike and the crash landing had knocked the air from Ryndar's lungs. He lay on the ground trying to grasp his sword and catch his breath. Just as his fingers found the hilt he felt a sword tap his breastplate. Ser Tomos' sword was placed on his neck.<br/><br/>""You fought well, Ser Ryndar, but its over now. Yield, there's no shame in it."" Ser Tomos kept his sword on the man's chest. It would do much being blunted, but it was how these things were done.<br/><br/>The Reachman stared up his sword too far away and his opponents blade on his neck. It was over. ""I yield."" As he said the words he heard a thump a few feet away. Ser Tomos had thrown down his ruined shield. Ryndar turned his head fro the shield back up. He found a hand extended. He grasped it and was helped to his feet by Ser Tomos.<br/><br/>""I don't remember the last time I fought someone like you Ser Ryndar. I'd never hope to meet you on the field."" Tomos' words were sincere. He had won, but only by a single stroke."
15023,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=625,2015-02-25T10:51:00,Of the Quendi,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;"">The Ghiscari Empire</span><br/>The Bay of Bhorash, in the Bay of Ghiscari<br/>Under the sovereignty of Aemon the Magnificent Targaryen</span></span><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d4/GhisHarpie.png""/><br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ser Tumco Lho, First Sword of the Emperor</span></span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Morning on the sixth day after the Battle of Kosrak</span></div><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">S</span></span>er Tumco Lho, the champion and First Sword of the Emperor, commander of the Companion cavalry and the vanguard of the armies of the Ghiscari Empire had his thought elsewhere when he parlayed with the Mantarine commander of Bhorash. In his life the aging First Sword had fought many wars. The emancipation wars of the dragon queen, the great battle of Meereen where tens of thousands fell, the last battles of that struggle the Andals called the War of the Five Kings, and then the unending series of conflicts of the dragon queen's son. The Dothraki Wars, the war against New Ghis, wars in Lhazar and Upper Skahadzaban. Some wars had been glorious and filled with honor, but all had been bloody and messy. None more so then the merciless suppression of the uprisings against the empire.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">N</span></span>ow a new war awaited him. In the First Sword's mind there could be no doubt about that, the Mantarine ruler would not come humble before the emperor and submit peacefully at Bhorash. War was coming. War against yet a nation foolish risen in revolt against the might of the dragon emperor. The boy Tumco remembered sparring with in King's Landing what seemed a lifetime ago had been hardened by exile and tragedy and had grown into an imperious and powerful ruler who accepted no dissent, and it was the First Swords job to suppress all opposition to the imperial rule. Even as he parlayed with commander Galdaerys Tumco's thoughts was on future battles to be fought between Bhorash and Mantarys.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">T</span></span>he first sword nodded slowly at the words of the Mantarine commander.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""The old palace shall suffice I am sure.""</span>Ser Tumco Lho said. If it came to it he was prepared to cut the man before him down by a single word from the emperor, but he bore the man, and his company, no personal ill will. They where rebels, or at least Ser Tumco knew they would soon enough be it, but not by their own choosing. As First Sword he could forgive no treachery but as a man Ser Tumco Lho found he could not harbor ill will against a man for doing as bid by a superior, what Ser Tumco Lho had done without question for thirty years.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">S</span></span>uddenly the senses of the absent minded general was awoken by the arrival of more Mantarine soldiers. As they arrayed in two lines alongside a path toward ruinous arc the First Sword tried to look for cues indicating a betrayal but found none. As the Mantarine commander explained the strange formation Ser Tumco grunted in acceptance. Ghosts where not to be taken lightly, and more importantly the First Sword would not have it said that he shied away from walking alone through a defile between hostile soldiers.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Lead the way commander.""</span>Ser Tumco Lho commanded, beginning to walk towards the arc, without looking back to see if reinforcements where being landed.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""We will revive your records in your office over a goblet of wine. My treat.""</span>The First Sword proclaimed.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;"">The Ghiscari Empire</span><br/>The Imperial City of Meereen, in the Bay of Ghiscari<br/>Under the sovereignty of Aemon the Magnificent Targaryen</span></span><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d4/GhisHarpie.png""/><br/><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lady Missandei</span></span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">The seventh day after the Battle of Kosrak</span></div><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">M</span></span>issandei was breaking her fast in the apex of the Great Pyramid when news of the arrival of a great host of Dothraki screamers was announced. With a sigh the Grand Vizier got up from her divan and walked out on the terrace garden where she had so many happy memories of her queen. With her eyes squinted Missandei peered north, across the muddy waters of the Skahadzaban and onto the dry brown hills, the orchards, and the fields of the Meereenese kingdom north of the great river. There in the distance rose a great dust cloud and under the coverage of it rode a mighty army. Tens of thousands of horses, riden by, Missandei was told, as many as a hundred thousand people. The greatest khalasar to dare approach the Ghiscari Empire in its short but glorious history. The greatest foe that ever faced the empire, if Viserys came with ill intents. Or the greatest ally Aemon could have ever found to aid in the retaking of the seven kingdoms.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">M</span></span>issandei sighed, observing as the dust cloud moved closer and she began to be able to spot figures within the great host. Friend or foe, she knew not. She dared not trust Viserys. He was the offspring of Daenerys but Missandei still dared not trust him. Nor did Aemon. And as he had entrusted it to Missandei to make sure that Viserys became a friend and not a foe she sighed.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Showtime.""</span>She mumbled, determined not to fail her emperor.<br/><br/><div align=""center"">~*~</div><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">M</span></span>issandei did not much like horses. Well that was not entirely true, she liked them well enough but for the most part they just didn't seem to share the sentiment which had given Missandei some reservations about them. When she had to ride the Grand Vizier often preferred gentle tempered ponies who did what she wanted of them without causing any fuzz. So to say that Missandei was uncomfortable when she greeted Viserys mounted atop a huge exquisite black war destrier, garbed in her full regalia as grand vizier, not exactly riding gear, would be an understatement, but if she had been on foot Missandei would not much have impressed the screamers of her master's half brother, hence the destrier.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">A</span></span>s the Khalasar of Prince Viserys reached the banks of the Skahadzaban they found a welcome party already awaited them midway on the bridge across the river. The bridge had been built by Aemon a few years after the last of the three khals had been enslaves. On its far side it was guarded by two huge Valyrian sphinxes crafted in the likeliness of Jon and Daenerys Targaryen out of black marble gazing northwards towards the Dothraki Sea, daring any would-be-conquering khal to challenge the empire and try to cross the bridge. But midway on it Missandei sat atop her mount, surrounded by imperial dignitaries garbed in their finest. A welcome committee not an army, greeted Khal Viserys.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">B</span></span>y her side, on an even bigger destrier, Missandei had the bright new hope of the Swords of the Emperor, Aenar, called ""Brightfire"", a Valyrian of distant Targaryen descent according to rumors, made plausible by his silver hair and dark purple eyes and a domineering and arrogant demeanor, who had made a name for himself as an extraordinary swordsman and warrior. He was also a good horseman, why Missandei appreciated having him right next to her if her monster of a steed should cause any trouble. Behind her the Green Grace of Meereen sat mounted atop a white elephant, while the emperor's father-in-law and banker Drazenko Rogare sat on a horse surrounded by Lyseni exiles, envoys and exiles from the Summer Islands to Qarth could also be found in the procession that greeted Viserys Targaryen welcome to Meereen. Priests of R'hllor, Septons of the Seven, Warlocks of Qarth, monastics of the Dragon and Harpy Orders, inquisitors, court eunuchs, knights, lordlings, princes and merchants, and of course the city guard of Meereen had all come out of Meereen to greet the menace of Lhazar whom their emperor had ordered them to befriend. Only the imperial family itself had stayed in the Great Pyramid leaving it to Missandei to greet the khal.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">E</span></span>yeing the Seventh Sword of the Emperor nervously Missandei kicked her destrier, as lightly as she could, forward towards the arriving guests who it seemed had dressed to impress, a positive sign the diplomat within her concluded as she clutched the reins of her horse as she rode ahead with Ser Aenar right beside her to greet Viserys.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Greetings, My Prince. In the Name of His Majesty the Emperor, I bid thee welcome to Meereen.""</span>She called out at the khal."
15024,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=625,2015-02-25T11:27:00,The Imperial Republica,"<blockquote class=""uncited""><div><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">The Night's Watch</span> <br/>Lord Commanders Quarters - Castle Black<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Day after celebrations</span><br/>Triston Gaunt, Lord Commander of the Night's Watch</span></div><hr/><br/><br/>Triston listened intently to the story presented to him by the Maester and Captain Bolvar, though he kept a puzzled frown throughout. He was never a man for superstition, relying more on the practical. He understood the cold, the wildlings, accepted that maybe the dead could rise and that the Others existed, but strange visions were potentially too much for him. ""I am very confused, what significance are these red eyes and why do they seem to trouble you so much?"" he asked, leaning forward in his chair to look closer at the two in front of him.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""I wish I knew,"" replied Bolvar.<br/>Just then the maester piped up, ""Perhaps I can help with that, my lord."" He drew a book out of his robes and handed it to the Lord Commander.<br/>""And what is this?"" He asked, opening the book and flipping through the pages.<br/>With a grim smile, the maester asked, ""Have you ever heard of Brynden Rivers, my lord? Most have forgotten his name, but you may know him by another. Lord Bloodraven."""
15025,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=625,2015-02-26T14:18:00,Wolfmanne,"<div align=""center""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">House Arryn of the Eyrie</span></span></span></div><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/thumb/b/be/House_Arryn.PNG/250px-House_Arryn.PNG""/></div><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""> Lady Sansa Arryn <span style=""font-style: italic"">née</span> Stark</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Tourney Grounds, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>The meeting with the Ghiscari envoys had ended a few days ago, in which Sansa was able to weave a mutually beneficial agreement between the Vale and the Ghiscari Empire, one that had yet to be set in stone, but the winds would carry the words back to Meereen. Life had gone on in Westeros, for no one, even Lord Stark, was unaware that the rightful King had a desire to reclaim his rightful throne and liberate Westeros from a thorny grasp. Men were, by nature, bloodthirsty, and this thirst for violence had lead to a focus upon the upcoming tourney. In the Vale camp, everyone had their mind on this singular event, with fair maidens giggling about the fairest and most gallant of the competitors, blacksmiths tweaked swords and armour to be of pristine quality, stableboys prepared the mounts for riding and squires ran around the camp on errends for the Knights of The Vale. A tourney was a honourable way to commit the act of bloodletting, but the only way boys became men was through true warfare thought with cold and heavy hearts.<br/><br/>Gallantry meant nothing when your life was on your life. Lady Sansa, at 46, had seen war and death, from the Siege of King's Landing to the devestation of the Riverlands. It was no place for boys. Jeor Arryn, her son, had proven himself to be ready for the tourney. Sansa had raised him not as a boy, but as Lord Arryn of the Vale. He was known as a proficient swordsman and rider, although far from the best. However, to Sansa, that did not matter. Many men could score a perfect hit with a lance or slash their way through an army. Lord Jeor's skills had been honed elsewhere, in the fields of diplomacy, of stewardship, of intrigue and of command. Whilst he did hear tales of knights rescuing fair maidens from krakens and dragons, Sansa had instilled in him a sense of reason to these tales. Most notably, he had raised him to revere of the Old God, like Sansa herself, along with the Faith of Seven, a matter that did not please the Septon. Yet the Old Gods did not lie with falses tales to be ignored and Sansa had felt that had been an important value to teach.<br/><br/>Watching the tourney from a distance, Jeor, who had been approaching maturity in his early 20s, found himself knocked off early, but he had managed to hold his own until Corbray found him. Corbray was the Vale's finest right now, a pragmatic knight with his own sense of chivalry. He had a sellsword's cunning coupled with a knight's prowess, two traits that made Corbray an especially dangerous man on the battlefield. Jeor followed Ser Corbray, listening and fighting along side him. She had told Jeor that he still had a lot to learn and he had taken this advice to heart clearly. He could easily be the one commanding the battlefield, but he had deferred judgement to the more experienced Ser Corbray.<br/><br/>Sansa had taken her place along side the Valemen Lords for a time, conversing with them about their sons in battle. In time, she left them, for even at a masquerade of a battle, there was still work to be done for a woman. At 46, she had no need to sit and look beautiful in heart of being crowned Queen of Love and Beauty. After traversing through the stands, she found where the Lords of promience were seated. Lord Steffon Baratheon, the Lord Paramount of the Stormlands, and Lady Elvina Lannister, the soon-to-be 'Queen'-Consort. Sansa felt a sick feeling in her stomach, of Lady Elvina twisting the mind of Lord Baratheon. Whispers had been heard that Steffon was a candidate for the position of Hand of the King. His loyalty was untested though and Sansa felt that he could lean either way, along with the Martells. Sansa could not argue with Steffon as a fine choice Hand of the King; he would be competent and have an air of impartiality in contrast to someone like Lord Loras Tyrell or Lord Lannister. Additionally, he could continue serve with grace once the scheduled regime change had been executed. But he could see he was no player, but neither was he a pawn to be disposed of in the next intrigue.<br/><br/>Politics had to wait though. When she came, the people that caught her eye were those of the North. Her niece, Talia Stark, was present along with Lord Reed. Even though Sansa was the Lady Arryn, she still considered herself to be both Northerner and Southron, perhaps the prior more-so if she had to choose. She had lived in the Vale for a long portion of her life, but she would dream of the days where she would return to Winterfell to see the children of Rickon as they grow up. She would spend hours in the Godswood, although not to worship the Old Gods but merely to enjoy the romantic peace of the North. It was a far-cry from the Eerie, full of constant meetings with flatterers and fools that sought to advance themselves in the Game.<br/><br/>""My Lords and Ladies"" she said to them all, glancing at Talia. ""I hope you do not mind if I take a seat along side you. It is a pleasure to see you all: Lord Baratheon, Your Maj - sorry, Lady Lannister. Do excuse me, but your beauty will make both Queen of Westeros and Queen of Love and Beauty, and it does you no justice that you must wait for them to be granted. I await the day where I can finally address by your the title that you will hold. And Lady -"". She paused for a moment. She did not recognise this Lady, but Sansa did not want to be rude. She seemed to be of minor stock, perhaps a lady-in-waiting for Lady Lannister? ""I am so sorry, My Lady, I do not believe we have been acquainted?"" The Southron's flattery was done; now she could converse freely with her brothers and sisters.<br/><br/>""Lady Talia, it has been some time since I have last seen you"" Sansa said hugging her, forgetting her social graces. ""My, haven't you grown?"" She would of said that she would be a fine match to any Knight, but she knew of Talia's intention to become a Dame and did not add that on. ""It is so long since I have last seen one of my own. There no Arryns other than my son and even though I carry the name, I still remember myself as a Stark"". Next she noticed Lord Brandon Reed. Lord Reed had been given the traditional frosty Southron welcome, but what was to be expected? The Crannogmen were only respected by Northerners. Poor Brandon had it worse, for he was a legitimised bastard and half-Wilding. She could sense the disgust of the Southrons inside her. But even her Southron side could bring herself to respect him. Brandon and Jeor weren't too different in roots, after all; Brandon just had the misfortune of his being known.<br/><br/>""Brandon, my haven't you grown as well? I know we haven't been fully acquainted, but it is nonetheless a pleasure to meet. I do know your father Howland - tell me, where can I find him at the tourney? I would feel priviliged to meet him"". She was unaware of Howland's sickness and in reality they had only met a few times. She did treasure her visits to the Neck when she went there in her trips to the North. Her first few times visiting the place were mired in disgust, but she began to feel a sense of appreciation for the Crannogmen, for they were Northerners, just like any other and the Neck had its own wonders."
15026,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=625,2015-02-26T14:23:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Riliane Wendwater</span><br/><br/>The Reed completely ignored her. Riliane had tried to be polite to that little frog-eater too! Lady Arryn didn't even have any idea who she was... Riliane leaned closer to Steffon, almost trying to hide behind him and use him as a shield to protect herself from the world. ""I'm lady Riliane Wendwater."" Riliane said coldly, glaring at Sansa."
15027,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=625,2015-02-26T15:04:00,New Granadeseret,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Steffon Baratheon-Swann</span><br/><br/>The Reed seemed to be a man of few words, at least when they'd addressed him. His attention was mostly focused on Elvina... though, that was perhaps understandable. As far as he understood, the women of his lands were stunted and wrinkled little things, wallowing around in the bogs and waiting for a meal to run by rather then proper womanly tasks. To him, dressed in the best the gold of House Lannister could offer, she must have appeared some kind of angel. Keeping Riliane and Lassa close, he decided to let the man do as he please... which was convenient, considering there seemed to be yet more late arrivals.<br/><br/>At least Sansa Arryn had an excuse: she was getting up in her years; it was amazing she could still take the trip up to and down from the Eyrie, let alone get up at an hour to get her carriage ahead of the traffic. His eyes met with hers for a brief moment as he turned his head up... for that split second something in his chest almost seeming to roll over. He'd only rarely had a chance to truly talk to older women (Melissandre accepted of course... though, she could pass for under three tens with ease): visiting lords and petitioners to Storm's End had a tendency to leave their wives behind, the kitchen servants and cleaners were rarely even seen while he was about, and of course no women had been allowed into the hallowed Alchemist's halls. He was truly wandering in the dark on everything: how he ought to speak, how she might think, or any of the thousand and one lessons one learns through real conversation. As luck would have it, however, she seemed to be more distracted with the women about him, helping ease some of the pressure. Without any real thought, however, he quickly moved his hands away from the two adjacent ladies; not wanting to give any false ideas.<br/><br/>""Lady Arryn,"" He answered, only when she'd finished her words to the rest of the ladies and lord assembled. ""You honor us with your presence."" Noticing the lack of open seats, he stood up and gestured to his former spot, shelving the book beneath his arms. ""Please... rest. I can't imagine you've had much idle time since you're arrival."" He did vaguely remember the Arryns were a fairly wealthy house nowadays... though it was mostly tied up buildings spread amongst the nation's great cities: wealth that could hardly be easy to manage. ""But please... allow me to introduce my beautiful company: Lady Riliane Wendwater, sworn to His Grace and doe of the Kingswood, and my honorable sister Lassa Baratheon-Swann."" This queue caused Lassa to glance up, face still behind the veil but offering a small, silent nod to the new guest: barely enough to inform her she was alive, but already getting swamped in her focus by two new faces in such quick succession. ""Thankfully, you are here at the perfect time... though the chaos has died down, it remains lively enough to enjoy. Though... it seems as though there will be little glory for your son today."""
15028,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=625,2015-02-26T15:55:00,Novae Vitae,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">First Ranger Satin<br/>Castle Black, the Wall</span><br/><br/>Satin studied the boy, the look on his face, the sheen in his eyes.<span style=""font-style: italic"">I know you're lying to me, boy,</span>he thought, but he only grasped the boy's shoulder and gave it a firm squeeze.<br/><br/>""It'll be alright,"" he said. ""Come now, I'll take you to your stay."" He turned to rise, but paused. ""First though, we'll need to put your direwolf in the kennel.""<br/><br/>He looked over his shoulder, waiting for the boy's reaction.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lady Elvina the Rosebud<br/>The Tourney Grounds, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>""Lady Arryn, it is a pleasure,"" Elvina said, with a full smile. She felt a loathing in her heart for this woman, but she did not let it show on her face. ""You flatter me beyond words, my lady."" She threw back her hair, so fiery, so bright--like hers, which had shimmered in<span style=""font-style: italic"">another</span>age.<br/><br/>""Do tell me, though, my lady--whom is that knight your son fights with? His skill honors the Vale well.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">With the fortune of the Seven, his blade with pierce your sons heart,</span>Elvina thought. She smiled. It was the kind of smile her mother had talked about earlier."
15029,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=625,2015-02-26T22:57:00,Toronina,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ser Mace Redwyne</span><br/><br/>The melee was on and Mace was ready, alongside Runceford he rode off, knocking a few men off their horses. He was quite prepared to win the melee, and was not about to let his father down. At 28, he was by no means a good jouster, but her could still knock men off their horses. His younger brother Runceford helping him out."
15030,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=625,2015-02-27T12:03:00,Elepis,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Chapter 1: Slaves, and Blood</span></div><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Act 1: Slaves</span></div><br/><br/><br/>Under the blinding sun of Essos, Belicho Staegone, the “Golden Boy”, Triarch of Volantis, Grand Admiral of the Volantese navy and owner of the largest trading company in the city stood on a raised platform outside the barracks of the Tiger Cloaks, the city guard of Volantis. From this high position, Belicho looked over the great city of Volantis. Split in two by the mighty Rhoyne River; the western side of the city was open to foreigners, traders and merchants and was one of the financial hubs of Essos. The eastern side where Belicho was standing contained the inner city, which was protected by an imposing 200-foot-tall Black Walls, so wide you could ride six chariots abreast around it. South lay the huge crescent shaped port, so deep and wide it could fit all the islands of Braavos in to it. This port was the key to the city’s, and Belicho’s vast wealth.<br/><br/>A horn sounded in the plaza below which drew Belicho’s gaze from the view. Drums sounded and out of “Great Valyria Boulevard” marched thousands of armoured men, the lower ranks on foot and the officers on horseback. As the ranks of solider marched across the plaza, the assembled crowd of people cheered. The soldiers, or Tiger Cloaks as they were called were a curios sight. They were slave soldiers, but happy to serve the city, they had green tiger stripes adorned their cheeks, of which they were fiercely proud. They wore helms fashioned to appear like tiger masks and steel claws jut from their gauntlets. From the shoulders orange and green cloaks rippled down their backs. On their left arm they carried circular wooden shields, decorated with the image of a tiger, open mouthed and roaring in their right they clasped eight foot long spears, tips shining in the sun. Their torsos were covered in polished scale armour, their lower legs encased in steal grieves. Belicho found himself admiring their ornate armour, even though he had grown up around them.<br/><br/>As the last ranks passed, Belicho and the two other Triarchs (officially his equals but Belicho was the richest and thus, in the world of Volantese politics, the most powerful) waved at the crowd of merchants and bankers families and turned to leave. When they reached Triarch’s palace, down the boulevard from the barracks, Belicho hustled the other two Triarchs in to his private study. After pouring them Dornish wine he pushed back his slick dark hair and spoke in a deep baritone “They were certainly an impressive sight, the Tiger Cloaks, marching in their grand armour which glittered in the sun”, Lorenca, another Triarch smiled “They certainly were and they are match for any other force in Essos”. Belicho drained his goblet and exhaled “One on one certainly. However there are only 8,000 of them, The Ghiscari Empire has a force of over 50,000 men. I doubt if they attacked us we could last that long. Volantis itself could last for a long time but our other cities would fall within weeks.” Givvoni, the third Triarch laughed “That is why we have sellswords with your fortune alone we could buy 10,000 good men, the city could by 30,000!” Belicho focused his purple eyes at Givvoni “Tell me, my lord Triarch, if you were the commander of the Golden Company or the Second Sons, would you fight for a Free City or the most powerful empire this world has seen since the Doom? We have enough money to hire many sellswords and they would fight with us against Pentos or Elyria but against Ghiscar? They would never sign a contract with us.” Lorenca stood up off this scarlet sofa he had been reclining on and looked out of the stained glass window “What are you saying dear Belicho? Why do you trouble us with this?”<br/><br/>Belicho opened a draw and took out a pile of papers “In Westeros they have a curious system to raise armies. Every land owner, or as they call them, knights, provide a certain amount of men in times of war. This means that each region can summon vast armies. One region, known as the reach can raise an army 100,000 strong. The Westerlands can summon 60,000. If the Reach which has a smaller population than us can muster an army 100,000 strong, Imagine how many we could muster if we applied a similar system. Ghiscar would think twice about attacking us if we had an army numbering in the hundreds of thousands rather than the tens of thousands”"
15031,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=625,2015-02-27T15:10:00,Krugmar,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">House Vaeleneos</span> <br/>Ruins of Bhorash<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Six days after the Battle of Kosrak</span><br/>Balaevar Galdaerys, Commander of the 1st Company, II Legion.</span></div><hr/><br/><br/>Balaevar nodded, then proceeded with the First Sword through the arranged lines of his men,<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i.icap.me/1091425074527b913.png"" rel=""nofollow"">their armour</a>shining in the sunlight. It was rather basic armour, not offering too much protection, but it allowed them to be agile and to keep cool. In climates such as these, that was vital. His<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i.icap.me/10914250729249822.png"" rel=""nofollow"">own armour</a>was a bit more protective and certainly more ornate. They made their way towards his office, located within the small fort that had been partially and quite crudely repaired. The place had been decorated with the skulls of bandits, and banners mainly depicting Mantarys, the Vaeleneos sigil or the heraldry of the II Legion. It could be noted that there was only one, rather torn Imperial banner, while the Targaryen heraldry was missing entirely.<br/><br/>Balaevar invited the First Sword into his office, quite a large room and relatively well repaired and decorated compared to the rest of the fortress. ""I have been here for so many years, this is essentially my home"" explained Balaevar, a bit embarrassed by his overly ornate office. He poured two goblets of cheap, watered down wine imported from god's know where. ""Sorry about the wine, we drank most of the good stuff during a religious festival a few weeks ago"" he said, while passing the goblet to the First Sword.<br/><br/>He then grabbed some of the files, neatly organised and riddled with notes, scribbles and other edits. The 1st Company was essentially up to date with weapons and soldiers, it was merely rations which had begun to run dangerously low. ""Forgive my intrusion, but why exactly is my Lord Vaeleneos renewing his oath? Is this happening to every lord, or has he done something wrong and is to make amends?"" asked Balaevar, still confused as to what was going on exactly.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">House Vaeleneos</span> <br/>Ruins of Bhorash<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Late Seventh day after the Battle of Kosrak</span><br/>Talaemor Vaeleneos, Dragonlord of Valyria, King of Mantarys and Master of the Demon Road</span></div><hr/><br/><br/>Talaemor looked at those gathered before him in his council chamber. There were numerous commanders and captains, but only a few really stood out. There was of course<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i.icap.me/10914251445175e63.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Maedor Lennalys</a>, Legate of the I Legion, beside him was<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i.icap.me/10914251445119cb7.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Aeralyx Cellarys</a>, Legate of the II Legion. Standing near them, with a few of his captains, was<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i.icap.me/10914251445072191.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Jacaegon Agtaris</a>, the Tribune of the City Watch. Standing to Talaemor's left was<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i.icap.me/1091425144534977d.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Daeramon Naranyon</a>, Talaemor's long time bodyguard and recently announced First Sword, as a parallel to Ser Tumco Lho. He was certainly not as skilled as Ser Tumco, but he was large, intimidating and followed orders without question. The<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i.icap.me/1091425143433ad75.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Chieftain of the Wildmen</a>had also joined them, though he was having some difficulty in understanding what they were saying.<br/><br/>""We are vastly outnumbered by the Ghiscari war machine, and other than being able to slow them down, I am at a loss as to what we can do"" said Talaemor, quite truthfully, to his council.<br/><br/>Maedor rose to the challenge, saying ""Your Radiance is more than a match for the Emperor, perhaps challenging him to personal combat?""<br/><br/>Aeralyx quickly cut in, ""The Emperor would never agree to such terms, and even if he did he would simply have Ser Tumco be his champion. With the help of the gods, and our own mens resolve, we can win. If we force them to siege the city, their forces will slowly wittle down into nothingness"" he said, rather optimistically.<br/><br/>""Can we hold them off for that long? I am worried about keeping the people in line, especially in times like these. We must also remember that they have a dragon, though I place my hope in our numerous scorpions to bring the beast down"" replied Jacaegon.<br/><br/>""I think that the Emperor will not use his dragon unless absolutely necessary, relying instead upon the strength of his forces. Every Unsullied we kill is a major blow to the Empire, as I doubt they have the facilities, let alone the legal right, to train any more of them. With the unsullied destroyed, his army will be little more than a rabble"" said Maedor, his scarred face working hard to utter the words. He was a very confident man, and quite a proficient commander, but perhaps he had too high an opinion of his own strength and underestimated the foes.<br/><br/>""The Emperor's army is quite capable, even without the Unsullied"" said Talaemor, a grim frown masking his face. ""If we kill him, and his dragon, Ghiscar will fall. He has built up a strong administration, I will give him that, but how long before one of his advisors, or governors, think they can do a better job than his daughter? Infighting between his wives may be a potential. Kill him, and Ghiscar would fall to civil war. I want more scorpions built, quickly and as efficiently as possible. If he takes to the air, he will find it filled with steel bolts and the screams of his dragon"" he continued, gaining agreement from his commanders. He then turned to the Chieftain and said ""How many men do you have with you?"" in the common tongue.<br/><br/>""I have with me 800 strong warriors, ready to fight for you"" he said, barely being able to grunt the words. He and his people were savages, reigning supreme in the Painted Mountains, but had long been allied, or at least neutral, towards Mantarys and her forces garrisoned in the Demond Road which passed through that section.<br/><br/>""How many of your people live in the Painted Mountains, and how many would be willing to fight for us against the Ghiscari? asked Talaemor.<br/><br/>""I don't know, there are many thousands potentially, and they might all fight for you. Most hate the Ghiscari ever since slave trade dried up and Sheep men given swords. Used to go on long raids, once a year, to capture sheep men"" replied the Chieftain.<br/><br/>""I would like you to return to your people, and call some sort of council. Promise them riches and slaves if they fight with us, have some join us here, but most I want to remain in the mountains. Have them destroy the Emperor's army as he makes his way through, the looting rights will belong to your people of course"" replied Talaemor, dismissing the Chieftain and the rest of the council. He made his way towards his quarters, where he could rest and take his mind off the growing war.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">The Night's Watch</span> <br/>Lord Commanders Quarters - Castle Black<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Day after celebrations</span><br/>Triston Gaunt, Lord Commander of the Night's Watch</span></div><hr/><br/><br/>""I know of Bloodraven, aye, used to be a Lord Commander. But speak up in the name of the Seven man, what exactly does he have to do with these red eyes? And exactly why is it important enough for you to bring it to me?"" asked the Lord Commander, growing unusually agitated about the questioning. He felt quite tired, despite having had a good sleep, and could not explain his anger."
15032,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=625,2015-02-27T17:42:00,Novae Vitae,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Paramount Loras Tyrell and Lord Maxwell Tyrosus, the Greyfist, combatant,<br/>The Melee, King's Landing</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Maxwell<br/>Tourney Grounds</span><br/><br/>Maxwell let out a haughty laugh at Loras's challenge.<br/>""Of course boy! I never back down from a fight! Besides, I must admit that watching a fight is a rather boring affair for me. Participating in one though...is a different matter."" The Greyfist lifted his greatsword to meet Loras's as he shifted into a fighting stance.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">With any luck, these old bones will still move swiftly and strongly enough to take Loras out quickly</span>he thought to himself. While Lord Tyrosus was indeed stronger and larger than Loras, he was also much older and less skilled with a blade. He would have to rely on his quick thinking and strength to catch Loras off guard and overpower him.<br/>""Now then,"" Maxwell said. ""shall we begin?""<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>Loras inclined his head toward Lord Maxwell, spreading his arms wide. ""The first strike is yours, my lord,"" he said, resting the point of his sword down. He would let Lord Maxwell make the first attack, knowing that, even in his tired state, he would be able to simply evade the man's blows until an opportunity presented itself.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Lord Tyrosus smiled at the younger man's attempt to bait him.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">you want me to attack first?</span>he thought,<span style=""font-style: italic"">fine then. We'll play your little game, but on my terms.</span>Maxwell made eye contact with one of his Knights and made sure he knew that he would be needed soon, then he proceeded to swing his sword in a high arc at Loras's head.<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>Loras noticed the casual gaze Lord Maxwell gave his knight and made sure to turn slightly to keep him in view, then side-stepped to avoid the descending blades. He moved back as he looked at that knight, waiting for something to happen.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Maxwell pressed his offensive forcing Loras back or to the side with every step he took to dodge the Grey Fist's sword. While Loras was keeping his gaze focused on the Bloodhoof in front of him, the other two were slowly making their way around him on opposite sides.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">He's bound to notice them eventually, but for now, I'll keep his attention and keep driving him back. We'll see if he's so nonchalant then.</span>Out of the corner of his eye the Stormlord thought he saw another shape in the colors of house Targaryen arrive, but he wouldn't worry himself with Aerion's appearance now. He had bigger roses to snip.<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>Loras spun casually to avoid another slash from Lord Maxwell, then saw the knight from earlier moving to encircle him. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Does he think I'm bloody blind?</span> Loras wondered.<br/><br/>""It's good of you to fight so honorably, Lord Maxwell,"" he said loudly. ""Such honor for a man of your years to fight on his own, not plotting nor conspiring with the malicious use of others. I salute your valor!""<br/><br/>His blade checked high and caught the Greyfist's, but then he twisted his right shoulder upward and forced the blade down. Instead of striking the Greyfist, however, he made two quick spins and appeared behind him, taking too much time to strike there as well.<br/><br/>Loras noticed the second knight now. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Cunt,</span> Loras thought. He only tipped his head, however, and said, ""Such an honor man, ser. You must instruct me some time.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Maxwell let out a loud, bellowing laugh. ""Honor?!"" He spat. ""And I suppose you're some sort of poster child to lecture me on honor? Fighting a man almost twice your age in single combat? Boy, I think it's time I teach you a lesson that I learned from a young age. All honor gets you is death. If you want to survive,"" Maxwell said, ""You need to play<span style=""font-style: italic"">dirty</span>!"" As he shouted that last part, he kicked up some dirt and sand into Loras's face, and then faked a low cut to his leg, quickly spinning around afterward bringing his sword right towards Loras's head.<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>Loras ducked his head as Maxwell kicked the sand up at him, tucking his chin to his chest so that the sand bounced off of his helm. He saw the blade move for his feet, but knew that Maxwell had the upper hand entirely and would be going for a finishing blow.<br/><br/>Loras fell to a knee and pushed off, rolling forward and rising well within Lord Maxwell's range. He had abandoned his sword, but he drew his dagger and placed it under Lord Maxwell's chin, the blade not as dull as his sword's.<br/><br/>""I agree, my lord,"" Loras whispered. ""Yield,"" he said louder. ""I would not wish to dishonor this field with blood."" He looked at one of Lord Maxwell's knights and made his point clear--either they would not intervene, or they would serve a new lord.<br/></div></blockquote><br/><br/>Maxwell stared Loras in the eye and smiled ever so faintly. ""Well played my boy,"" he said. He brought up his knee quickly into Loras's groin causing the knight to reel over in pain as Maxwell pulled away from him. He went to pick up his greatsword, but for the life of him couldn't lift it. It was then that he noticed Loras's dagger jammed into a chink in his armor, right where his sword arm bent at the elbow.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Well played indeed</span>Maxwell thought. He tried to pull the dagger out, but winced at the pain it caused in his old joints. He sighed and walked over to Loras who spit out some blood, and then rose to meet him.<br/>""It seems that your quick speed and thinking have bested me,"" Maxwell told him. ""Normally I'd continue fighting 'till one of us was out cold, but it seems you've taken me out of the fight all together now. And I suppose this is as good a time as any to say it: I yield."" he said as he pointed to the knife jammed in his arm. ""By the way, I don't suppose you'd mind helping and old knight remove the thorn from his arm?"" While it might have seemed strange to some of the onlookers, this was Maxwell's version of a good faith handshake, and he hoped Loras would catch on to that, and not leave him standing there like a fool.<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>""Certainly, my lord,"" Loras said, and he moved to pull the blade free, but it was thoroughly lodged. He saw Lord Maxwell grimace with pain, and a trickle of blood seeped from the armor of his arm.<br/><br/>""Lord Maxwell,"" Loras said, ""perhaps it would be best if you went to see a master? My own is standing near my tent, tending to a knight whom injured himself an hour passed. Surely he'll remove this a bit more cleanly; I assure you, his skill in the Reach is unrivaled.""<br/></div></blockquote><br/><br/>Maxwell clenched his fist so hard he thought his entire hand would break. ""Go ahead and take it out. I've had worse.""<br/>""Not at your age though, I imagine,"" Loras said he reached for the dagger. He looked up at Maxwell one last time as he warned him, ""this will hurt. I'll count to three, then rip it out. 1-"" and with that he yanked the dagger out in one swift and fluid motion.<br/>""Gah! Age is a terrible thing, don't let anyone tell you different,"" Maxwell said as he rubbed his wound tenderly. ""My thanks Loras. I'll not forget this kindness anytime soon.""<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>""That is kind of you, Lord Maxwell,"" Loras replied, maintaining a bit more formality. There would be no love lost if the Greyfist did not like him, but he would flatter him nonetheless. ""And you always free to use my master, no matter the circumstances.""</div></blockquote>"
15033,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=625,2015-02-28T06:09:00,Diliath,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Aelid Jaerator<br/>New Ghis<br/>8 days after the battle of Kosrak. </span><br/><br/>Aelid's talks with the Ghiscari captain in Astapor had went well, because the captain was already informed. The captain in Astapor had only 5 ships under his command and he had said that the rest was waiting in New Ghis. When Aelid saw New Ghis was he suprised. Although the city was smaller than Meereen or Qarth was it bigger than Astapor and Yunkai and the city was looking totally intact. When the ships sailed into the city became it clear to Aelid that this city was the centre of the Ghiscari culture. Aelid had loved the stories about the fall of Old Ghis when he was a child and he was suprised that the people of Ghiscar had been able to construct such acity after their doom. After the ships had boarded guided the Ghiscari captain from Astapor to the admiral of the fleet that would go to Yhos. Again knocked Aelid on the door of a Ghiscari sea commander."
15034,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=625,2015-02-28T15:32:00,The Imperial Republica,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ser Bolvar</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Castle Black</span><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Bloodraven?</span>the name sounded vaguely familiar to Bolvar but, like the Lord Commander, he had no idea what it had to do with the thousands of red eyes he saw.<br/>""Lord Triston,"" the maester said, ""I'm sure you know what Brynden Rivers was before he became Lord Commander of the Night's Watch?""<br/>The Lord Commander nodded while Bolvar listened intently.<br/>""While Brynden was still hand of the King, it was a common thing to hear that he effectively ruled the kingdom through sorcery and spies, and that he saw all with a thousand eyes. A thousand<span style=""font-style: italic"">red</span>eyes, and one."" the maester seemed to stress that last part while shifting his gaze over to Bolvar. The Knight's jaw dropped as it dawned on him what the maester was saying.<br/>""Wait, but you don't mean...""<br/>""It seems that you have attracted the attention of a very old, and very powerful dead man, Ser Bolvar.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Maxwell Tyrosus, The Grey Fist</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Tourney Grounds</span><br/>Maxwell knew that Loras was simply playing along in keeping up this facade, and the old knight was thankful for it. He didn't like Loras any more than Loras liked him, but there was no need to advertise that to everyone watching.<span style=""font-style: italic"">If the pup can win with grace,</span>Maxwell thought,<span style=""font-style: italic"">then I can lose with some.</span>Maxwell rubbed his aching arm and looked around to see who was still fighting in the tourney. Just because he was out, didn't mean that it was over. It was just getting good."
15035,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=625,2015-03-01T02:18:00,Elepis,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Chapter 1: Slaves, Gold and Blood</span></div><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Act 2: Gold</span></div><br/><br/><br/>Belicho walked up the polished marble steps of the Guild House on the western side of the Rhoyne River. Assembled inside were the richest men in the Volantese Freehold including Cosimo Del Canta the Spice Czar, the Consul of Selhorys (who had gotten rich from trade with Qohor) and other venerable citizens. Behind Belicho walked his friend Palao, who was also commander of his 200 strong personal guard and 20 of those said guards. When Belicho reached the huge oak doors of the House he took of his Valyrian steel sword (no weapons were allowed in the House) and just as he was about to enter he whispered to Palao “Are the men in position”, Palao nodded and Belicho walked in.<br/><br/>When he entered the great auditorium of the Guild House, the various merchants, bankers and consuls rose in a sign of respect and sat once Belicho took his seat next to his fellow Triarchs. Once the speaker of the House had taken down the names of all those present, Belicho stood. He was here today to convince these powerful merchants to back his planned army reforms (while he could do it without their support, it always helped if he had their backing). He drank a goblet of water and began.<span style=""font-style: italic"">“Honourable ladies and gentlemen, fellow citizens of Volantis”</span>Belicho stepped off the raised platform on to the floor<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Volantis is currently in more danger than we have ever been since the Century of Blood. In the east, an empire has risen which is so powerful many are likening it to Valyria of old. In the west Pirates have cut off our trade to the other Free Cities and has taken Lys and Tyrosh. Volantis is at risk from west and east, we are like a bird cleaning the teeth of a crocodile. Soon the jaws will snap shut and we will be obliterated. This will happen if we do not take action quickly. <br/><br/>Our army is currently 10,000 strong, this means that while our fleet would crush any would be attacker from the sea, they could easily march overland and destroy us. That is why we desperately need to increase the size of our army. I know many of you will be thinking that because we are massively rich we could just hire sellswords, however if Ghis attacked us or the Dothraki, they would not fight for us, they would run to save themselves. Only Volantese will fight to the death for Volantis and that is why we must build an army of Volantese for Volantis. <br/><br/>In Westeros they have a very different system to us, in times of war each landowner calls up a certain amount of men, equips them with some sort of weapons a trains them in basic fighting skills. The way each region can summon huge armies. The second largest region, called the Westerlands can summon 60,000 men. The Westerlands has a smaller population than us but it can raise armies much larger than our 10,000 Tiger Cloaks. Imagine what would happen if we employed similar system? If we called up 1% of our population of 8.5 million, we could raise an army of over 85,000 men. This is indeed a mighty number.<br/><br/>I do NOT want us to implement this system, it would simply be too expensive and as I said earlier the army would only be half trained. Instead I want to implement a hybrid system which combines the training and effectiveness of our current army with the increased size of the Westerosi system. <br/><br/>Currently, our army is made up of slaves, raised from birth to fight. While this can create a very good fighting force, the numbers are small, unless we go down the lines of old Astapor and do it to almost every male slave. However the problem of having a massed conscript army is that they are generally only half trained. In this, I believe I have found a solution. We will create a new army of volunteers. Anyone can join this army as long as they are male and not slaves. Freedmen and Citizens alike, irrespective of wealth and power. Each man will start at the bottom and rise to the top through merit, not family influence. I know many of you are wondering ‘who would join an army of his own free will, what would be in it for them? <br/><br/>Well, the answer to this is simple, a very generous reward. Each man will be given a steady annual pay which will not dramatically fluctuate so he can always count on having enough money also, every man, once completing his military service will be given a decent pension. Soldiers who were citizens will serve in the army for 15 years while non-citizen soldiers will serve for 20 years and will be granted citizenship once they leave the army. <br/><br/>The first, and most obvious result of this will be the improvement in the military capability of the army. No longer, when war threatens will we have to hire sellswords who will break their contracts if the odds are unfavourable and no longer will we have to pay each sellsword an obscene amount of money. This will mean that the men will generally have better fighting spirit than the sellswords as they will be fighting for their people, their families and their homes, not the promise of gold.<br/>Using this system, I have calculated we could have a professional army of 60,000-65,000 men who will fight for Volantis and will die for Volantis instead of a promise of gold.<br/><br/> Currently, our army of 10,000 men fight in phalanxes with 8ft spears. These phalanxes can only move straight ahead, or backwards. In the heat of battle it is impossible for the phalanx to manoeuvre. To turn, our men would need to pull his spear up vertically, and then lower it again in the new direction. This is just impossible when the phalanx is in direct contact with the enemy. <br/><br/>To counter this problem, I suggest a new method of fighting, one based off manoeuvre and tactics rather than just going forward and not moving. We will completely change our way of fighting in almost every way. Each unit of 100 men, or centurial will be an autonomous part of a great organism and its commander will be able to make his own decisions if none are coming from the general and each centurial commander will be able to exploit any golden opportunity that comes along. These units will intern will be part of another autonomous organism of 500 men with its own commander called a Cohort commanded by a Military Consul which will intern be part of a body of 10,0000 men called a Legion commanded by a General. <br/><br/>The Equipment for these units will also be completely overhauled. Almost all infantry men will be armed with new equipment.” </span>Belicho turned and opened the door to the room. A single solider came in wearing the new armour. The man stood in front of the crowd and Belicho walked over to him.<span style=""font-style: italic""> ""For armour every man will where a shirt of steel scale armour reaching down to mid-thigh and elbows. On the lower legs the soldiers will where steel greaves and on their feet they will wear sandals with iron studs.”</span>he waved at each section of the armour in turn. He then pointed at the helmet<span style=""font-style: italic""> ""The helmets will also be changed, instead of helmets which cover the entire face and ears, meaning communication on the battle field is difficult, the new helmets will be more open to allow better communication. The face will be completely open and the ears will be exposed. There will be a ridge above the eyes to protect the face from downwards attack and there will be a flared neck guard to protect the rear pf the neck. The top of the helmet will be reinforced to help protect the top of the head. These helmets will be the perfect meeting point between communication and protection. <br/><br/>The large oval curved shield is 10KG in weight and is made from three sheets of wood glued together and covered with canvas and leather, with a spindle shaped boss along the vertical length of the shield. The shield is light enough to be held in one hand and its large height and width covered the entire solider, making him very unlikely to get hit by missile fire and in hand-to-hand combat. The metal boss in the centre of the shield also made it an auxiliary punching weapon as well.<br/> <br/>The weapons will also be completely changed. Instead of the traditional spear the primary weapon of the new legions will be a short stabbing sword. These swords will be about 2ft in length and unlike most swords, will be primarily used for stabbing, although it can be used for slashing. The reason for the emphasis on is that stab wounds especially in the abdominal area, are almost always deadly.<br/>Each solider will also be armed with a single javelin to throw when the enemy comes in ranges. These javelins will have a long thin metal neck which means the javelin will bend after impact meaning that if it is caught in shield it will be almost impossible to remove, meaning the shield will have to be thrown away. <br/><br/>The cavalry units and archers will also be changed but I do not have time to go in to that. Now, I ask you to vote to back my reforms. In my opinion these reforms are crucial to allow Volantis to be protected against those who would seek to destroy us.”<br/> </span><br/><br/>The men and women of the guild voted in favour of Belicho’s reforms and the next week the reforms began to be put in to place with a large recruitment campaign it is estimated that by the end of the year, 30,000 men will have joined the new army and by the end of the next year the target of 70,000 will be reached."
15036,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=625,2015-03-02T05:30:00,Of the Quendi,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;"">The Ghiscari Empire</span><br/>The Bay of Bhorash, in the Bay of Ghiscari<br/>Under the sovereignty of Aemon the Magnificent Targaryen</span></span><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d4/GhisHarpie.png""/><br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ser Tumco Lho, First Sword of the Emperor</span></span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Morning on the sixth day after the Battle of Kosrak</span></div><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">A</span></span>s he walked alongside the Mantarine commander into the ruined city little escaped the piercing gaze of Ser Tumco Lho. He was neither spy nor assassin but when it came to assessing military strength Ser Tumco Lho was as able as any of the dark robed dour inquisitors or their grimer and darker censor masters and he planned to let nothing about the Mantarine garrison at Bhorash escape his notice when the emperor himself was to visit the place. To protect the emperor, that was Ser Tumco Lho's finest task. When old Ser Barristan, his seven gods preserve him, had died that had been his last words to Ser Tumco. Protect the Queen. In that Ser Tumco had failed miserably. But where he failed the mother he would defend to death the son. He would not leave a stone unturned in Bhorash in search of assassins and threats to the emperor's life.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">S</span></span>lightly surprised by the relative opulence of the Mantarine commander's room Ser Tumco looked around it. He gave an appreciatory grunt. The Balaevar produced his win and a brief grimace appeared on Ser Tumco Lho's face. He however suppressed any misgivings, and fearing no poison, he took the offered goblet, lifted it to the Mantarine and drained it in a single gulp. Tasty it was not.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""If you won't tell the Emperor I have sent my squire to bring us an excellent Arbor red I got from a King's Landing smuggler. Once you have tasted it you will never be able to drink that yellow piss that passes for wine in Meereen.""</span>Ser Tumco Lho said brazenly, putting down the goblet to receive the papers from the Mantarine commander.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">G</span></span>runting at the man's question Ser Tumco Lho briefly thought to ignore it. But then he decided that there was no point. Whether Talaemor complied with the emperor's demands or not there was no point in keeping the Mantarines at Bhorash in the dark now that the Ghiscari army was so vastly outnumbering them in the ruins.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Your lord alone has been called to renew his oath. His sister, Maelesa, made some treasonous remarks and as the head of the family Lord Talaemor must disown these remarks and assure the emperor of his loyalty.""</span>Ser Tumco Lho declared. The Basilisk Islander paused for a moment before deciding there was no point in not telling the whole thing, the Mantarine wasn't likely to be stupid enough not to figure it out.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Amongst His Majesty's counselors few expect your lord will, and chances are Mantarys and the Empire will soon be at war.""</span>He said.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;"">The Ghiscari Empire</span><br/>The City of New Ghis, in the Gulf of Grief<br/>Under the sovereignty of Aemon the Magnificent Targaryen</span></span><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://viki.gameofthronestr.com/images/250x334xVelaryon.png.pagespeed.ic._qjbzIrqxm.png""/><br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ser Corlys Velaryon, Grand Admiral of Ghiscar</span></span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Eighth day after the Battle of Kosrak</span></div><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">S</span></span>tanding on the forecastle of his great galleass<span style=""font-style: italic"">Sea Snake</span>, Ser Corlys Velaryon stood still as a statue, his long velvet sea green cloak draped around him, gazing ahead as his flotilla rounded the final cape before New Ghis. The long silver-golden mane of the young supreme commander of the Imperial Navy was waving in the wind that brought his ships onward towards their destination, concealing the sharp weathered features, the aquiline nose and the intense green eyes from the sight of his men.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""New Ghis.""</span>He mumbled to himself as the city came in sight.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">B</span></span>ut though the thoughts of the young admiral momentarily dwelled on the memory of the climactic battle of New Ghis where the Empire finally brought the great city into submission it was not the city itself, though it was splendorous and vast, the rival of Meereen itself, that caught the gaze of the Velaryon knight. No it was the grand armament that lay beneath the walls of the great city, its masts more numerous then the stars in the heavens, its sails like the wings of great dragons ready to lift them towards the skies and its men in their thousands and tens of thousands ready for war. Before the walls of New Ghis lay most of the imperial navy, close to two hundred warships awaiting their admirals.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">S</span></span>er Corlys's weathered, yet still fair, face lit up in a proud smile at the sight. To think that just six years past the Ghiscari navy had been humbled and broken by that of New Ghis yet now before that very city lay an armada to match that of any of the enemies of the empire, all thanks to his and his father's arduous labor, Ser Corlys knew. It had payed of, of that he was sure as his<span style=""font-style: italic"">Sea Snake</span>and its escorts sailed closer to the grand armada.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Signal our arrival.""</span>Ser Corlys ordered, not for a moment looking away from the grand sight in front of him to ensure his order was carried out by his men.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">M</span></span>oments later a loud trumpet call came from<span style=""font-style: italic"">Sea Snake</span>to the armada. Soon the ships of the armada came to live, trumpets calling back and signal banners being flied. As<span style=""font-style: italic"">Sea Snake</span>neared the great armada Ser Corlys was able to make out individual ships. Nimble and maneuverable galleys like<span style=""font-style: italic"">Sea Flame</span>and<span style=""font-style: italic"">Harpy's Talon</span>, full rigged ones like<span style=""font-style: italic"">Aemon's Wrath</span>or even the armor plated<span style=""font-style: italic"">Kraken</span>, commanded by an Iron Isle exile. Heavy armed and armored galleasses like<span style=""font-style: italic"">Fire and Blood</span>,<span style=""font-style: italic"">Maids of Meereen</span>or<span style=""font-style: italic"">Ser Corlys Velaryon</span>, named after Ser Corly's namesake great great great grandfather. Or the large hulking transport ships, carracks, greatships or even Swan Ships out of Summer Islands like<span style=""font-style: italic"">Winter's Dragon</span>,<span style=""font-style: italic"">Princess Daenaeryanne</span>or<span style=""font-style: italic"">Dragonfire</span>, the terrifying vessel carrying much the navy's reserve supply of wildfire whose captain under pain of death was prohibited from sailing nearer then half a mile from any other vessel of the Empire. A mighty armada indeed.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">R</span></span>aising a gauntlet clad high in the air, letting go of his cape to reveal his exquisite suit of armor, Ser Corlys saluted the men aboard the multitude of his ships, giving the occasional curt nod to men he recognized. In a dozen different tongues he was hailed by Andals, Rhoynar and First Men; by Ghiscari, Valyrians and Lhazareen; by Lyseni and Tyroshi aboard the great fleet as<span style=""font-style: italic"">Sea Snake</span>sailed through their ranks towards the great harbor of New Ghis. A smile softened the hard features of the young admiral.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">A</span></span>s<span style=""font-style: italic"">Sea Snake</span>reached the pier reserved for it Ser Corlys walked down from the forecastle of his large and imposing galleass-of-war receiving salutes from his crewmen. Stepping onto the pier Ser Corlys saluted the dozen senior naval commanders awaiting him.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Good day to you My Lords.""</span>The admiral spoke, beginning to walk towards the admiralty with the men falling in behind him. The greatest navy of the world was united with its commander, now it was time to plot the down falling of Qarth.<br/><br/><div align=""center"">~*~</div><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">S</span></span>tanding over a table with the secret maps of the eastern half of the Summer Sea on display Ser Corlys grunted a brief;<span style=""font-style: italic"">""enter.""</span>As someone knocked on the door to his war council with his senior commanders. The door opened and a young ensign and adjutant, a squire of Westerosi descent, entered the room.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Lord Admiral, the flotilla out of Astapor has arrived with a certain Aelid Jaerator aboard. He requests and audience.""</span>The adjutant proclaimed.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">S</span></span>er Corlys grunted once more.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Send him in.""</span>the grand admiral ordered, leaving the adjutant to show the Qartheen into the luxurious council chamber of the opulent admiralty building."
15037,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=625,2015-03-06T11:34:00,Diliath,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Of the Quendi <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=23702765#p23702765"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;"">The Ghiscari Empire</span><br/>The Bay of Bhorash, in the Bay of Ghiscari<br/>Under the sovereignty of Aemon the Magnificent Targaryen</span></span><br/><br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d4/GhisHarpie.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ser Tumco Lho, First Sword of the Emperor</span></span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Morning on the sixth day after the Battle of Kosrak</span></div><br/><hr/> <br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">A</span></span>s he walked alongside the Mantarine commander into the ruined city little escaped the piercing gaze of Ser Tumco Lho. He was neither spy nor assassin but when it came to assessing military strength Ser Tumco Lho was as able as any of the dark robed dour inquisitors or their grimer and darker censor masters and he planned to let nothing about the Mantarine garrison at Bhorash escape his notice when the emperor himself was to visit the place. To protect the emperor, that was Ser Tumco Lho's finest task. When old Ser Barristan, his seven gods preserve him, had died that had been his last words to Ser Tumco. Protect the Queen. In that Ser Tumco had failed miserably. But where he failed the mother he would defend to death the son. He would not leave a stone unturned in Bhorash in search of assassins and threats to the emperor's life. <br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">S</span></span>lightly surprised by the relative opulence of the Mantarine commander's room Ser Tumco looked around it. He gave an appreciatory grunt. The Balaevar produced his win and a brief grimace appeared on Ser Tumco Lho's face. He however suppressed any misgivings, and fearing no poison, he took the offered goblet, lifted it to the Mantarine and drained it in a single gulp. Tasty it was not. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""If you won't tell the Emperor I have sent my squire to bring us an excellent Arbor red I got from a King's Landing smuggler. Once you have tasted it you will never be able to drink that yellow piss that passes for wine in Meereen.""</span> Ser Tumco Lho said brazenly, putting down the goblet to receive the papers from the Mantarine commander. <br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">G</span></span>runting at the man's question Ser Tumco Lho briefly thought to ignore it. But then he decided that there was no point. Whether Talaemor complied with the emperor's demands or not there was no point in keeping the Mantarines at Bhorash in the dark now that the Ghiscari army was so vastly outnumbering them in the ruins. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""Your lord alone has been called to renew his oath. His sister, Maelesa, made some treasonous remarks and as the head of the family Lord Talaemor must disown these remarks and assure the emperor of his loyalty.""</span> Ser Tumco Lho declared. The Basilisk Islander paused for a moment before deciding there was no point in not telling the whole thing, the Mantarine wasn't likely to be stupid enough not to figure it out. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""Amongst His Majesty's counselors few expect your lord will, and chances are Mantarys and the Empire will soon be at war.""</span> He said.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;"">The Ghiscari Empire</span><br/>The City of New Ghis, in the Gulf of Grief<br/>Under the sovereignty of Aemon the Magnificent Targaryen</span></span><br/><br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://viki.gameofthronestr.com/images/250x334xVelaryon.png.pagespeed.ic._qjbzIrqxm.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ser Corlys Velaryon, Grand Admiral of Ghiscar</span></span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Eighth day after the Battle of Kosrak</span></div><br/><hr/> <br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">S</span></span>tanding on the forecastle of his great galleass <span style=""font-style: italic"">Sea Snake</span>, Ser Corlys Velaryon stood still as a statue, his long velvet sea green cloak draped around him, gazing ahead as his flotilla rounded the final cape before New Ghis. The long silver-golden mane of the young supreme commander of the Imperial Navy was waving in the wind that brought his ships onward towards their destination, concealing the sharp weathered features, the aquiline nose and the intense green eyes from the sight of his men. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""New Ghis.""</span> He mumbled to himself as the city came in sight. <br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">B</span></span>ut though the thoughts of the young admiral momentarily dwelled on the memory of the climactic battle of New Ghis where the Empire finally brought the great city into submission it was not the city itself, though it was splendorous and vast, the rival of Meereen itself, that caught the gaze of the Velaryon knight. No it was the grand armament that lay beneath the walls of the great city, its masts more numerous then the stars in the heavens, its sails like the wings of great dragons ready to lift them towards the skies and its men in their thousands and tens of thousands ready for war. Before the walls of New Ghis lay most of the imperial navy, close to two hundred warships awaiting their admirals. <br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">S</span></span>er Corlys's weathered, yet still fair, face lit up in a proud smile at the sight. To think that just six years past the Ghiscari navy had been humbled and broken by that of New Ghis yet now before that very city lay an armada to match that of any of the enemies of the empire, all thanks to his and his father's arduous labor, Ser Corlys knew. It had payed of, of that he was sure as his <span style=""font-style: italic"">Sea Snake</span> and its escorts sailed closer to the grand armada. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""Signal our arrival.""</span> Ser Corlys ordered, not for a moment looking away from the grand sight in front of him to ensure his order was carried out by his men. <br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">M</span></span>oments later a loud trumpet call came from <span style=""font-style: italic"">Sea Snake</span> to the armada. Soon the ships of the armada came to live, trumpets calling back and signal banners being flied. As <span style=""font-style: italic"">Sea Snake</span> neared the great armada Ser Corlys was able to make out individual ships. Nimble and maneuverable galleys like <span style=""font-style: italic"">Sea Flame</span> and <span style=""font-style: italic"">Harpy's Talon</span>, full rigged ones like <span style=""font-style: italic"">Aemon's Wrath</span> or even the armor plated <span style=""font-style: italic"">Kraken</span>, commanded by an Iron Isle exile. Heavy armed and armored galleasses like <span style=""font-style: italic"">Fire and Blood</span>, <span style=""font-style: italic"">Maids of Meereen</span> or <span style=""font-style: italic"">Ser Corlys Velaryon</span>, named after Ser Corly's namesake great great great grandfather. Or the large hulking transport ships, carracks, greatships or even Swan Ships out of Summer Islands like <span style=""font-style: italic"">Winter's Dragon</span>, <span style=""font-style: italic"">Princess Daenaeryanne</span> or <span style=""font-style: italic"">Dragonfire</span>, the terrifying vessel carrying much the navy's reserve supply of wildfire whose captain under pain of death was prohibited from sailing nearer then half a mile from any other vessel of the Empire. A mighty armada indeed. <br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">R</span></span>aising a gauntlet clad high in the air, letting go of his cape to reveal his exquisite suit of armor, Ser Corlys saluted the men aboard the multitude of his ships, giving the occasional curt nod to men he recognized. In a dozen different tongues he was hailed by Andals, Rhoynar and First Men; by Ghiscari, Valyrians and Lhazareen; by Lyseni and Tyroshi aboard the great fleet as <span style=""font-style: italic"">Sea Snake</span> sailed through their ranks towards the great harbor of New Ghis. A smile softened the hard features of the young admiral. <br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">A</span></span>s <span style=""font-style: italic"">Sea Snake</span> reached the pier reserved for it Ser Corlys walked down from the forecastle of his large and imposing galleass-of-war receiving salutes from his crewmen. Stepping onto the pier Ser Corlys saluted the dozen senior naval commanders awaiting him. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""Good day to you My Lords.""</span> The admiral spoke, beginning to walk towards the admiralty with the men falling in behind him. The greatest navy of the world was united with its commander, now it was time to plot the down falling of Qarth. <br/><br/><div align=""center"">~*~</div><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">S</span></span>tanding over a table with the secret maps of the eastern half of the Summer Sea on display Ser Corlys grunted a brief; <span style=""font-style: italic"">""enter.""</span> As someone knocked on the door to his war council with his senior commanders. The door opened and a young ensign and adjutant, a squire of Westerosi descent, entered the room. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""Lord Admiral, the flotilla out of Astapor has arrived with a certain Aelid Jaerator aboard. He requests and audience.""</span> The adjutant proclaimed. <br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">S</span></span>er Corlys grunted once more. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""Send him in.""</span> the grand admiral ordered, leaving the adjutant to show the Qartheen into the luxurious council chamber of the opulent admiralty building.</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Aelid Jaerator<br/><br/>Eight day after the battle of Kosrak.</span><br/><br/>When Aelid entered the room was he struck by the wealth and riches of the room. He hadn't expected that from a normal admiral, but as his eyes quickly turned through the room did he recognize the sigil of house Velaryon what explained some of the wealth. Aelid walked over to the desk of the admiral and nodded to the man. He looked like an experienced and capable commander. ""Greetings, lord Velaryon. I was informed that you will command the Ghiscari soldiers and ships that go to Port Yhos and I'm honoured that the emperor sent such an important and capable commander to accompany us. I also want you to say that both I and the Golden Company are ready. I suggest that we move our combined fleet to the area close to Yhos so we can take the city as soon as Qarth is taken."""
15038,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=625,2015-03-06T11:45:00,Tracian Empire,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Aerys Waters, Commander of the Golden Company</span><br/>When the allied ships reached New Ghis, Aerys was on the deck of his ship. He looked amazed at the city. It was pretty big. Even if he didn't liked the Ghicari in general, he was impressed.<br/>Before they continued their journey to Yhos, Aerys had to speak with the commander of the Ghiscari forces. From his informations, the commander was the Grand Admiral of Ghiscar, Ser Corlys Velaryon.<br/>Aerys, together with some of his lieutenants used a boat to reach the Admiral's ship. Once they arrived there, they sent someone to announce the Grand Admiral that Aerys Waters was requesting to see him.<br/>While waiting, Aerys continued to watch the city from the deck of this ship. In his mind, he was thinking about the plan to take Yhos."
15039,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=625,2015-03-07T10:13:00,Wolfmanne,"<div align=""center""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">House Arryn of the Eyrie</span></span></span></div><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/thumb/b/be/House_Arryn.PNG/250px-House_Arryn.PNG""/></div><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""> Lady Sansa Arryn <span style=""font-style: italic"">née</span> Stark</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Tourney Grounds, King's Landing</span><br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Woodstovia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=23661058#p23661058"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Riliane Wendwater</span><br/><br/>The Reed completely ignored her. Riliane had tried to be polite to that little frog-eater too! Lady Arryn didn't even have any idea who she was... Riliane leaned closer to Steffon, almost trying to hide behind him and use him as a shield to protect herself from the world. ""I'm lady Riliane Wendwater."" Riliane said coldly, glaring at Sansa.</div></blockquote><br/>""You must forgive me, Lady Wendwater"" Lady Arryn said, putting on a tone of sincerity. Lady Wendwater was of little concern to her, yet she was sharing companionship of Lord Baratheon, so she had to throw a bone to the Lord Paramount's spaniel. If Sansa could concede something to her, it was that she had done well enough to gain the acquaintance of Lord Paramount Baratheon. Maybe she would continue to fuck her way to the top. ""I do try and make a point of remembering the names of those I've met. Yet I have not encountered a Wendwater in person, therefore I did not have the chance to greet you by name. I once shared the friendship of a young lady named Jeyne Poole, Daughter of Vayon Poole. I'm sure Jeyne is more infamous for what she did, even if it was against her will, but there are few who remember Vayon. His house held few lands and Vayon's only claim to fame was holding the position of Steward of Winterfell. Most Southrons were unaware of Vayon, but he was the thread that kept the fabric of Winterfell together"".<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>New Granadeseret <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=23661607#p23661607"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Steffon Baratheon-Swann</span><br/><br/>The Reed seemed to be a man of few words, at least when they'd addressed him. His attention was mostly focused on Elvina... though, that was perhaps understandable. As far as he understood, the women of his lands were stunted and wrinkled little things, wallowing around in the bogs and waiting for a meal to run by rather then proper womanly tasks. To him, dressed in the best the gold of House Lannister could offer, she must have appeared some kind of angel. Keeping Riliane and Lassa close, he decided to let the man do as he please... which was convenient, considering there seemed to be yet more late arrivals.<br/><br/>At least Sansa Arryn had an excuse: she was getting up in her years; it was amazing she could still take the trip up to and down from the Eyrie, let alone get up at an hour to get her carriage ahead of the traffic. His eyes met with hers for a brief moment as he turned his head up... for that split second something in his chest almost seeming to roll over. He'd only rarely had a chance to truly talk to older women (Melissandre accepted of course... though, she could pass for under three tens with ease): visiting lords and petitioners to Storm's End had a tendency to leave their wives behind, the kitchen servants and cleaners were rarely even seen while he was about, and of course no women had been allowed into the hallowed Alchemist's halls. He was truly wandering in the dark on everything: how he ought to speak, how she might think, or any of the thousand and one lessons one learns through real conversation. As luck would have it, however, she seemed to be more distracted with the women about him, helping ease some of the pressure. Without any real thought, however, he quickly moved his hands away from the two adjacent ladies; not wanting to give any false ideas.<br/><br/>""Lady Arryn,"" He answered, only when she'd finished her words to the rest of the ladies and lord assembled. ""You honor us with your presence."" Noticing the lack of open seats, he stood up and gestured to his former spot, shelving the book beneath his arms. ""Please... rest. I can't imagine you've had much idle time since you're arrival."" He did vaguely remember the Arryns were a fairly wealthy house nowadays... though it was mostly tied up buildings spread amongst the nation's great cities: wealth that could hardly be easy to manage. ""But please... allow me to introduce my beautiful company: Lady Riliane Wendwater, sworn to His Grace and doe of the Kingswood, and my honorable sister Lassa Baratheon-Swann."" This queue caused Lassa to glance up, face still behind the veil but offering a small, silent nod to the new guest: barely enough to inform her she was alive, but already getting swamped in her focus by two new faces in such quick succession. ""Thankfully, you are here at the perfect time... though the chaos has died down, it remains lively enough to enjoy. Though... it seems as though there will be little glory for your son today.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Lord Baratheon, you are a kind man"" she said, sitting down in Lord Baratheon's seat. ""An aging woman such as myself must still face many burdens. I regret that they also burden you. As for Jeor, the competition does seem to be decreasing, but that it is his concern, isn't it? I am only at the Tourney because it is expected of me. Playing soldiers is not the same as war. I'm sure there are other matters two scholars such as myself and I could discuss"". Sansa privately felt indifferent to tourneys. At best, they were a good opportunity to find prospective young fighters who would sit on the War Councils of Jeor, but there were better ways to determine that. The cultural significance of tourneys could not be doubted though, as evidenced by the cheering crowd. The Tyrells had certainly created the perfect distraction for the realm. ""I do apologise if you're unaware of this, but my aides within the Royal Court have heard whispers of the candidates for appointment to the Small Council. I believe that your name was muttered by His Majesty more than once""."
15040,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=625,2015-03-07T11:32:00,Emilio Aguinaldo,"I was gazing at the map the cartographer had given me and I was trying to plan for the future of my realm. I noticed many things like the Dothraki inching closer and closer to the Free Cities and the Pirates that have dominated the disputed lands. The upstart raider would have to wait, the Dothraki are the much larger threat and I should think of a plan on how to counter them.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">How can I counter the Dothraki? They cannot handle sieges very well, but they just raid the outlying villages and suffocate the cities of resources. Spearmen? They can hold against their horses, but I think their horse archers will destroy any mass of infantry hurled at them. Aha! I have found the solution! I would need to mass crossbows against them. Their not hard to train peasants by, what takes an archers months to get proficiency the crossbow needs only days. My only problem now would be the cost for the myrmen would not want to give the secrets of their craft to another rival City.</span><br/><br/>As I was still pondering what to do to counter the Dothraki threat the captain of the city guard entered the room panting and said ""The peasants, sire! The peasants are rioting! What shall we do?"" I thought about what I was going to do for a second and replied ""Send in what remains of the pitiful mass that the magistrates call an army. Make it sure that they contain the populace."" I looked out the window for a second and saw them running amok on the streets then I continued ""Makes an example of them if they dare defy you. Also, do remember let them hate us as long as they fear us. You are dismissed"" The captain hailed and replied ""Yes sire! You are most wise!""<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">I've pondered too much on what I am going to arm my army to fight against the Dothraki, but I forgot that the 'army' that I have command of is just a pitiful mass of peasants with pitchforks at worst and a spear at best. An enormous reform would be needed I do not think the peasants would be too happy about it, but the Princedom would have to endure for the sake of my son or whoever inherits my crown.</span>"
15041,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=650,2015-03-07T12:04:00,Woodstovia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Riliane Wendwater</span><br/><br/>Riliane wasn't really sure why Sansa begun to talk about the Pooles but merely took it as a case of old age and so politely listened to Sansa and nodded when she paused for breathe or to think of her next sentence. ""It's okay, I don't really expect you to recognize me or what family I'm from."" Riliane said nervously. She wasn't used to being surrounded by such high-ranking lords and ladies. The prospect of Steffon sitting on the small council was exciting to her, that way she would still be able to see him regularly if Elvina let her be a lady-in-waiting. Riliane turned to Steffon and smiled ""If you become a member of the small council we could see each other all the time!"" she said excitedly, not one for subtlety."
15042,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=650,2015-03-07T13:13:00,Wolfmanne,"<div align=""center""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">House Arryn of the Eyrie</span></span></span></div><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/thumb/b/be/House_Arryn.PNG/250px-House_Arryn.PNG""/></div><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""> Lady Sansa Arryn <span style=""font-style: italic"">née</span> Stark</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Tourney Grounds, King's Landing</span><br/><hr/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Woodstovia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=23763762#p23763762"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Riliane Wendwater</span><br/><br/>Riliane wasn't really sure why Sansa begun to talk about the Pooles but merely took it as a case of old age and so politely listened to Sansa and nodded when she paused for breathe or to think of her next sentence. ""It's okay, I don't really expect you to recognize me or what family I'm from."" Riliane said nervously. She wasn't used to being surrounded by such high-ranking lords and ladies. The prospect of Steffon sitting on the small council was exciting to her, that way she would still be able to see him regularly if Elvina let her be a lady-in-waiting. Riliane turned to Steffon and smiled ""If you become a member of the small council we could see each other all the time!"" she said excitedly, not one for subtlety.</div></blockquote><br/>Sansa didn't understand the Wendwater girl. She had initially presumed her to be a lesser player who had overstepped, although clearly fickle in emotion, yet the latter seemed to be the most predominant feeling. She couldn't help but see a throwback version of herself in her days as a young girl in Winterfell. Perhaps she would learn the cold, harsh reality of the world in her own time. If anything, it was more than convenient that her heart was set on Lord Baratheon. He was a bachelor, certainly one of the most eligible, but whether it was confirmed was a truth not even known to the most elaborate players. Lord Baratheon marrying Wendwater for love would be perfect, for it would deny the Tyrells or Lannisters the chance to prop up a distant cousin to secure the allegiance of the Baratheons.<br/><br/>She glanced at Lord Baratheon's sister, veiled and unable to be seen, clearly hiding her beauty and intellect. A perfect match for many a Lord; Lord Royce of the Gates of the Moon had suggested proposing a marriage between her and Jeor Arryn. Sansa had not expressed a strong opinion either way. Jeor was a key to many doors. Yet Sansa did not have the set of cards required to make the play she wanted with Lassa; things would have have to wait. She returned her focus to Steffon.<br/><br/>""I too hope that it is true"" she continued. ""The realm has long been torn. I will make it no secret that my house feels a degree of animosity to the Tyrells"" she said. ""But now is not the time to grieve what has occurred. What the realm needs is stability. The Tyrells know this, I know this. It would make sense to have you as a candidate; you're a Lord Paramount so you have the power base, in the Tyrell-Arryn rivalry you appear to be a neutral and you are certainly more than qualified. The only other candidates I can see taking the role of Hand is Lord Stark and Lord Tyrell, but neither will happen for obvious reasons. Our rivalry is petty and I do not wish to compromise the realm"". She glanced at the King. ""Isn't he gallant? He is young but ready to be tutored to greatness, Aerion just might be the King we need. He needs the right people behind him, telling him what is right, what is wrong"". Sansa picked her words carefully, in fear of those who may feed what she has said to the wrong people. The realm was an abstract concept, an enigma for chaos. For now, this chaos had to be controlled and Lord Baratheon was the best choice in her mind."
15043,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=650,2015-03-07T14:16:00,New Granadeseret,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Steffon Baratheon-Swann</span><br/><br/>Despite his initial assumptions, Sansa seemed to have quiet a bit of energy left... or, at least, a great deal of focus. ""Think nothing of it."" he politely informed her as she lowered herself down. ""I'd just thought I'd best inform you of your son's health. Things can be a bit chaotic sometimes, and I'm sure you care for him deeply."" He tried to be brief: Sansa's tone telling him she wasen't particularly interest in such violence and, to be honest, he didn't care much of it either. Sure, their was a lot of initial excitement, but they always seemed to devolve into this kind of muddy, one-on-one standoffs, quickly causing him to lose interest. After one last courtesy glance to the field to insure he wasn't missing anything important, he turned his back to the warriors to get a better look at his companionship.<br/><br/>Sansa continued speaking... directing the attention to politics. For a moment, he felt a little suspicious, wary as she brought up her 'contacts' in the royal court right in front of the soon-to-be consort, but when she mentioned his name had been tossed about, his face shifted slightly, taking on the appearance of slightly surprise. ""Surely it was only spoken idly, my lady."" He responded, a strange mix of flustered and modest. ""I haven't heard talk of any planned retirements... and surely their are lords in the realm with far more experience then myself more worthy of those honors."" Not that it wasen't nice to dream that might be true. Perhaps showing his worth in service of the realm would finally put to rest the whispers from some of his vassals he wasen't a fit ruler. ""If his Grace requested it, though, I would hardly deny the honor. My father's and mother's houses both have always placed the good of the real above all else.""<br/><br/>He then directed his attention back to Riliane, smiling warmly. ""I suppose we would."" That would be hard to deny... if he were in service of the King, and her of the Queen, they'd hardly be able to keep from bumping into each other. Perhaps it was just his inexperience with this sort of thing but... that made him want the job just a little bit more. He kept his eyes on her for the first part of Sansa's speech, just in case she said something, turning also to Elvina and Lord Reed to insure he didn't repeat his earlier mistakes, before returning to Lady Arryn. Her words did seem to carry a great deal of truth. However, then she mentioned the Tyrell-Arryn feud: certainly is was something he'd heard about: no lord besides perhaps the Clans of the north didn't know that, at least, but he did find his eyes darting back to Lady Lannister on occasion... wondering if Sansa had simply forgotten her presence: she was, after all, Tyrell on her mother's side. ""Indeed, his Grace is a fine warrior."" He commented first, afraid to step into what could be a social minefield. ""Spending time among the people and arms both has gives one a wide set of skills... but lore and finance are not the strongest among them. If what knowledge I possess is of use, then I am fully at his disposal."""
15044,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=650,2015-03-07T16:17:00,Wolfmanne,"<div align=""center""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">House Arryn of the Eyrie</span></span></span></div><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/thumb/b/be/House_Arryn.PNG/250px-House_Arryn.PNG""/></div><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lady Sansa Arryn <span style=""font-style: italic"">née</span> Stark</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Tourney Grounds, King's Landing</span><br/><hr/><br/>Lady Arryn glanced at Elvina, making brief eye contact with her before looking ahead of her. Lady Elvina was not to be underestimated, a fact she had learnt from those who despised the Tyrells. Elvina was the final product of the Tyrell-Lannister alliance, the final piece of the the Tyrell conspiracy to secure the throne. Jeor had been raised along side Aerion for a significant portion of his life to the point that they were almost like brothers. However, for the security of Lord Arryn and with the Tyrells not wishing for Aerion to by influenced by the Lord Arryn, he could not remain along side Aerion and Sansa took him back to The Vale, to groom him to be the successor of her empire of influence. Jeor would be competent, yet it was obvious he lusted to be more like Aerion, to hunt and to hawk, to not worry about the realm and simply enjoy life, perhaps with a woman along side him and with a son to raise. Aerion had no one, but soon he would find Lady Elvina along side him, feeding him lies and ruling from behind the throne.<br/><br/>Elvina was as calculating as her mother and would seek to destroy the Northern alliance and erode the power of the Arryns. It was easier to destroy an enemy that did not fight back and Sansa wanted to give this impression; that The Vale and The North were prepared to work with King's Landing rather than against it. In the same way that Lady Elvina was the symbol of the Tyrell-Lannister alliance, Lord Baratheon would be the symbol of peace. It was a noble role, one that he seemed willing to take up. He was young and bright, a man who could be inspired to deliver ground-breaking reforms, fight back corruption and bring the crown back to the forefront of Westeros, just like the days of the Targaryen Kings in the post-conquest era.<br/><br/>""No one can doubt that you're qualified"" she said. ""It also so happens that there is plenty of work to be done. The last ten years have been an era of unrest, of conflict; the next ten should be of reconciliation. And the hundred that follow should be of unity. His Majesty has the force to keep the realm at peace"". She glanced at Lady Elvina once again; the Tyrell-Lannister forces were formidable enough. Hordes of rose men with the armour and swords of the lion were a sight to behold. ""But whereas force represses, the Hand of the King can inspire and plot the destiny of Westeros. Lady Elvina, I will confess, there is dissent among the Lords of The Vale"". Lady Arryn knew that for certain, seeing that she had fuelling it for the last 10 years, but that detail did not matter here. ""Neither of us can reverse the past. But we can chart the future. I am confident that I can convince not just the Mountain Lords, but those of the Rivers and those of Winter to support a petition before the King to declare Lord Baratheon his Hand of the King. Tell me, do you think it is something The Reach and The Westerlands could agree to also?"""
15045,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=650,2015-03-07T20:27:00,Novae Vitae,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lady Elvina the Rosebud<br/>The Tourney Grounds, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>""I cannot speak for the Lords Tyrell and Lannister, but my mother speaks with the voice of the king, and rules in his stead,"" Elvina replied. She turned to Lord Baratheon. ""I must concur with Lady Arryn. You would make an incredible Hand, I am sure of it. Every word you have speaks on your knowledge, and your House is the blood of kings, yet what a message it would send to the smallfolk. A king and lords united, with one goal for continuing the unity that has marked this regency so well.""<br/><br/>Elvina paused after that. Was Arryn blind? King's Landing was modeled anew and money went to the poor regularly; Mother had ruled well and none had risen up against her, even in these awful times. Perhaps the woman was growing mad with age.<br/><br/>""Yes, I think I must simply do that my lord,"" Elvina said. She gave him a dashing smile, and she leaned forward to squeeze his hand, gaging carefully where his eyes would land. ""I promise that I will personally implore my lady mother to name you Hand, as a grand beginning to the new reign that will symbolize a new<span style=""font-style: italic"">age</span>in Westeros."""
15046,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=650,2015-03-08T08:34:00,Of the Quendi,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;"">The Ghiscari Empire</span><br/>The City of New Ghis, in the Gulf of Grief<br/>Under the sovereignty of Aemon the Magnificent Targaryen</span></span><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://viki.gameofthronestr.com/images/250x334xVelaryon.png.pagespeed.ic._qjbzIrqxm.png""/><br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ser Corlys Velaryon, Grand Admiral of Ghiscar</span></span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Eighth day after the Battle of Kosrak</span></div><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">S</span></span>er Corlys was still standing over his maps, his hands placed on them as he contemplated the coming war, when Aelid Jaerator was ushered into the chamber of his war council. The man was young, Ser Corlys noted, younger than expected and for a moment Ser Corlys thought that he was meeting Aelid Jaerator's squire rather then the man himself. Then again the Emperor had not been much older when he made the world tremble.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Aelid Jaerator, welcome to New Ghis.""</span>Ser Corlys greeted the man, not without some skepticism.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Y</span></span>oung or old Ser Corlys had little trust in the Jaerator's. A Valyrian warlock of Qarth, it sounded almost like a riddle, and his very ambitious family did not strike the admiral as an obvious ally against the distant Tyrell and Lannister enemies and trustworthy he most certainly didn't consider them. But the emperor had given his orders and Ser Corlys knew better then to question them, he had just spent the better part of two hours reminding all his commanders of that fact.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">A</span></span>s the young Qartheen noble spoke Ser Corlys furrowed his brow. Yhos? Surely it would need to be taken but Ser Corlys considered it no particular priority. Qarth was the true price, if it fell Port Yhos and Qarkash would have no choice but to submit and if it didn't the taking of Qarkash and Port Yhos would be irrelevant.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""I will not personally lead an assault on Port Yhos.""</span>Ser Corlys stated, before being interrupted by a knocking on the grand doors of his chamber.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Yes?""</span>The Grand Admiral called. His adjutant entered once more.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""A Ser Aerys Waters, seeks the Grand Admiral?""</span>The youth declared. Ser Corlys nodded quickly.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Have him shown in.""</span>The admiral declared before turning back to Aelid Jaerator.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">M</span></span>otioning towards a Lyseni commander with silver-gold hair and purple eyes who wore an exquisite piece of dragon scale armor marking him as a member of the Order of the Dragon, Ser Corlys spoke;<span style=""font-style: italic"">""I will be sending admiral Ser Lysandro Rogare to lead ... Three flotillas on that town.""</span>The thirty odd years old dragonknight and admiral saluted Aelid Jaerator a not so subtle smile of satisfaction on his lips. Originally Ser Corlys intended only to send two flotilla's to Port Yhos."
15047,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=650,2015-03-08T09:27:00,Tracian Empire,"<span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Aerys Waters, the Dragon's Bastard, Commander of the Golden Company</span></span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The City of New Ghis, in the Gulf of Grief</span><br/>After a few minutes of waiting, Aerys was led by the Grand Admiral's adjutant into the office. He was wearing as usual a black armor,unlike the other members of the Company which usually wear golden clothes and expensive things, and had the sword Blackfyre with him. The only thing that could really show that he was indeed the commander of the mercenary company was the golden ring on his right hand.<br/><br/>Aerys entered the room. He saw more men. One of them was Aelid Jaerator. The second must have been the Grand Admiral and Aerys had no idea who the third could be. He looked at the Grand Admiral, Ser Corlys Velaryon.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Greetings, Lord Velaryon, I am Aerys Waters, the Commander of the Golden Company. Pleased to meet you.""</span>, said Aerys. He then looked at Aelid Jaerator.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Greetings, Lord Jaerator, pleased to meet you again.""</span>. He then looked at the third man. Probably from Lys, he was wearing an exquisite piece of dragon scale armor.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""I am sorry. but I don't know who you are. Pleased to meet you anyway.""</span><br/><br/>By how the things looked, they were probably planning the attack on Yhos. Aerys looked at the Grand Admiral.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Would you please inform me of the plan of the attack on Yhos? And, as the most experienced army commander around, I would like to request the command of all ground forces during the siege.""</span>, said Aerys smiling."
15048,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=650,2015-03-09T11:09:00,Diliath,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Aelid Jaerator, New Ghis</span><br/><br/>Aelid tought about the plan when Aerys entered. How longer he tought how more it seemed to him that the Ghiscari fleet would be able to handle Yhos. Mordonin and he could use the Golden Company far better in Yhos. When Aerys finished talking decided Aelid to ask Aerys wether he would accept the new mission: ""Aerys, lord Corlys, it does seem to me that it would be silly to send both your magnificent forces to Yhos. I guess that the imperial fleet is more than able to take the city and we can use the Golden Company well in Qarth. If you both agree will I send word to Mordonin that the Golden Company will join up with the imperial forces he takes with him. When the ships of the Golden Company will act like ships of the Tourmaline Brotherhood will nobody know in time that they aren't and I guess that 20.000 elite soldiers can be better used in Qarth than Yhos, what do you say?"""
15049,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=650,2015-03-09T12:55:00,New Granadeseret,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Steffon Baratheon-Swann</span><br/><br/>This was all so unexpected: Arguably the two most powerful women in Westros praising him so openly. He found it impossible not to lightly blush, his early modesty having not been entirely false. He had do doubts he was a good steward; his father and the Guild (at special request) had made sure he'd had the best instruction available. But to be the Hand of the King? That such influential people seemed to think he was so unquestionably suited for the highest appointed title in the country was certainly doing wonders for his ego; eyes widening and his stance growing more... regal, turning his head down as if trying to hide the growing smile naturally growing on his face. ""I know better then to question the political judgment of two such giants of the court."" He tried to keep his voice steady, but this much glee and confidence turned out to be impossible to hid, keeping his arm steadily extended as Elvina took it. Since she was the one who'd be doing him this favor, he kept his eyes directed at her, looking down at her stomach to give a respectful bow without directing his eyes anywhere... uncouth. ""If even your honorable mother and His Grace agrees, then their seems to be no objection earthly wisdom could make. I only hope Rest assured, I will do all I can to remove the stain Grandmaster Rossart left upon the office."""
15050,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=650,2015-03-26T14:43:00,Arana,"In the end, only one remained standing. Those still remaining fought well, but eventually, they were all beaten. Lord Tyrell and Ser Tomos each were forced to yield, Lord Tyrell by Ser Aemon and Ser Tomos, very narrowly, by King Aerion. Arren was beaten down by Dame Brienne, who then similarly beat Ser Aemon and the king. For much of this time, it appeared that Dame Brienne would be the winner... this, however, did not come to be. Ser Olyvar, who had vanquished much of the lesser known competitors while the others fought, faced Dame Brienne, battling for almost fifteen minutes before the Maid of Tarth was forced to yield.<br/><br/>In the joust, which was much less exciting, many were knocked from their horses, very few of whom were anyone of note. In the end, the winner was Lord Commander Loras of the Kingsguard, with Ser Edric Storm coming in second, and Ser Devan Seaworth coming in third. And thus, the tourney ended."
15051,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=650,2015-03-27T02:58:00,Of the Quendi,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;"">The Ghiscari Empire</span><br/>The Bay of Bhorash, in the Bay of Ghiscari<br/>Under the sovereignty of Aemon the Magnificent Targaryen</span></span><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d4/GhisHarpie.png""/><br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ser Tumco Lho, First Sword of the Emperor</span></span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Morning on the tenth day after the Battle of Kosrak</span></div><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">S</span></span>tanding at attention in his finest piece of gilded armor before the opened eastern gate of Bhorash with half of his men Ser Tumco Lho felt the earth tremble ever so lightly under him to the sound of the thousands of marching feet of the Imperial Immortal Guard. It was not however the lockstep of the legion that made the earth tremble as the garrison of Bhorash awaited the arrival of the imperial army. It was something far more imposing. It was Rhaegal.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">A</span></span>fter all those years the great green terror and its siblings still filled Ser Tumco with dread and awe. At the Siege of Meereen the beast had been formidable and since it had only grown bigger and more deadly. It had killed more soldiers than Ser Tumco could ever hope to and it had singlehandedly forced surrenders from Westeros to New Ghis. But for all it had done for the cause of first the silver queen and then the dragon emperor, Ser Tumco dreaded it. He was the greatest swordsman in the whole of the Ghiscari Empire but before Rhaegal he was nothing but flesh and bones only to easily crushed and charred and consumed. In a world where dragons flew across the sky, men would live on their knees, and Ser Tumco hated it, and wished better for his daughters.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">B</span></span>ut at least this dragon was controlled by a great man, one as honorable and brave as the mother, but wiser. As the sight of Rhaegal, imposing as ever, emerged on the eastern road Ser Tumco's gaze fixed on the figure seated atop the beat on an ornate dragon saddle wearing his black and red dragon scale armor with his gilded dragonhelm concealing his Valyrian features. The Emperor. For as long as he ruled Rhaegal Ser Tumco was hopeful. But of late the First Sword had more and more often had an eerie feeling that the bond between man and beast was too strong by half and served no longer to bind and constrain the beast.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">S</span></span>uch doubts did not shown on the First Sword's dark skinned face as the emperor lead his beast to the city gate, Ser Larraq the Lash and Strong Belwas by his side. Ser Tumco saluted his emperor.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Your Majesty.""</span>He declared.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""The ruins of Bhorash has been taken.""</span>He laconically announced. From atop his beast Aemon grunted absentmindedly.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Show him.""</span>The emperor remarked, making Ser Larraq jump down from his horse and walk over to Ser Tumco with a piece of parchment. The First Sword took the letter, noting the seal of Mantarys and began to read. His emotionless face grew darker as he did.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">R</span></span>eading ended he saluted the emperor.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Was there captives?""</span>Aemon asked. It took a moment for Ser Tumco to catch the change of topic, but then he declared;<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Aye, Your Majesty. The mantarine garrison of Bhorash was captured almost in its entirety, but a runner escaped westwards.""</span>The emperor grunted in approval.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Excellent. Find me another runner then I have words to send back to this traitor scum. So he wants war? Very well then, war it is.""</span>The emperor proclaimed coldly.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Aemon Targaryen, the Magnificent called, Emperor of All the Ghiscari, King of Meereen, King of Yunkai, King of Astapor, King of New Ghis, King of Kings of Ghiscar, Protector of the Lhazar, one true Dragonlord of Valyria, Grand Master of the Order of the Dragon to Talaemor the Traitor and his partisans, sends his final words of warning,<br/><br/>Insolent inbred, so at last the mask of loyalty and honor is cast of revealing your foul and wicked nature as an oathbreaker and a traitor. We know well how to deal with those, and We shall make you and your house rue to day it dared to defy Our will and oppose Us. We reject your peace, the dragon does not make peace with the sheep, and your insults, you shall pay for them with your life and blood. Your traitor wife shall remain in Our captivity and shall in due time stand trial for her treachery as shall you. Your ransom We shall pay you in fire and in blood, between Tolos and Elyria We shall divide those measly possessions you presume to call a kingdom. And never the day shall come when We shall surrender to you or your ilk a single dragon egg or hatchling, of these birthrights of Our dynasty your depraved bastard house is unworthy. <br/><br/>You talk of monsters, traitor scum, but what know you truly of monsters. Those abominations and inbreds walk the streets of Mantarys the corrupted may serve as tales to be told petulant children at night but they are nought but grotesque deformed men. By your defiance and betrayal you have awakened a truer monster, traitor. You have awoken the dragon, and neither your demon road nor your army of mongrel half-Valyrians, shall stay it from assailing your city and turning it into rubble if you do not at once submit to Our will. We demand that you at once tender your immediate and unconditional surrender to Us as your rightful and just overlord and liege. Do so and from this betrayal House Vaelenesos may yet prosper. Do it not and We shall unleash the terror of dragons upon you to remind you that Valyria has but one Dragonlord, and Valyrians but one master.<br/><br/>Witness our hand at Bhorash in the twelfth year of Our reign, and may we meet in battle on your precious demon road, Aemon Targaryen, the Magnificent called, Emperor of All the Ghiscari, King of Meereen, King of Yunkai, King of Astapor, King of New Ghis, King of Kings of Ghiscar, Protector of the Lhazar, Dragonlord of Valyria, Grand Master of the Order of the Dragon</span></blockquote><br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;"">The Ghiscari Empire</span><br/>The City of New Ghis, in the Gulf of Grief<br/>Under the sovereignty of Aemon the Magnificent Targaryen</span></span><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://viki.gameofthronestr.com/images/250x334xVelaryon.png.pagespeed.ic._qjbzIrqxm.png""/><br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ser Corlys Velaryon, Grand Admiral of Ghiscar</span></span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Eighth day after the Battle of Kosrak</span></div><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">S</span></span>er Corlys tilted his head slightly eyeing the newly arrived Valyrian looking man with a cold and calculating gaze, akin to how a dragon might eye an oxen, considering whether to make it prey or no. Aerys Waters. It was a name not unheard in the east. If rumors was true Ser Corlys found himself in a room with the emperor's half brother, though others said that the middle-aged commander of the Golden Company was simply some Blackfyre bastard. Whatever the case Ser Corlys knew the emperor would expect a full report on the man when next they met, so the grand admiral of Ghiscar took care to divine as much as possible from observing the man.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">A</span></span>s the man greeted him Ser Corlys nodded his head politely in response, his gaze for a moment dwelling on the Valyrian sword on the man's hip that seemed to contrast so dramatically his plain black armor. Could it truly be, Ser Corlys pondered, trying to compare the blade to the descriptions passed down of it in Westeros. It seemed this Aerys was a man of surprises.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">T</span></span>hat impression was only reinforced when Waters, having greeted Aelid Jaerator and Ser Lysandro Rogare, confidently and unapologetically asked for command over the ground forces, claiming to be the most experienced army commander present. A few of the elder admirals murmured angrily among themselves and Ser Lysandro seemed less than pleased at the insulting greeting he had received. But before Ser Corlys could call his men to order Aelid proposed a new plan. Ser Corlys nodded ponderously.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""I have absolute confidence in the ability of Ser Lysandro Rogare and a small detached force to seize the Port of Yhos alone.""</span>The Grand Admiral declared.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Qarth is and remains the target of paramount importance. Should it fall, the resistance of any other city in its empire will be futile. Should it not fall, the fall of any other city in its empire will not matter. Hence it is the position of His Majesty and the Ghiscari Admiralty that as many men as at all possible must be send against Qarth.""</span>The Grand Admiral declared."
15052,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=650,2015-03-27T03:09:00,Toronina,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Horas Redwyne</span><br/><br/>Horas had been in the crowd during the tourney, cheering on his sons, hoping they would win. Hobber was knocked off his horse with ease by Ser Loras, while some other knights had defeated his others. He noticed that Lord Blackwood defeated one of his sons in the Melee. Blackwood was a traitor, it was no secret that he would be one of many that would rise for Aemon should he return to Westeros, however he couldn't have the man killed, a man in the prime of his life would not drop dead. He congratualted his sons for their fighting skills, and noticed Ryam was sad that he had not one. The boy had dreamed of joining the Kingsguard, and as a last born son, there was nothing for him to inherit. He had some burly servants sent off to the King, to give him a gift for how well he did in the tourney. He set off for the Hightower tent, to congratulate his cousin on his victory."
15053,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=650,2015-03-27T08:38:00,Asyir,"<span style=""font-size: 125%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Hightower Tent, The Tourney Grounds, King's Landing</span></span><br/><br/>A great loud cheer erupted from the victor's tent. Ser Olyvar Hightower, second son of Lord Olyvar Hightower, had beaten Dame Brianne in a fifteen minute slugging match. Ser Olyvar as victor of the did not achieve such success in the joust, but he had won the melee.<br/><br/>Ser Olyvar stood in the center, being hooted and dancing with Hightower Men-At-Arms, men whom had came up with Ryndar as his entourage. Olyvar danced away on the large center oak table, as flagons of ale flew around the room. Ser Ryndar held back his smile as he sat near the entrance, his Valyrian Greatsword across his back. Ryndar seemed to be the only sober one in the room.<br/><br/>He wondered when Lord Loras Tyrell would show up, whether or not other Reach bannermen would arrive. He even wondered if his Grace would make an appearance. Ryndar leaned back upon one of the many wooden beams near the enterace, waiting for people to show, if they would. The Hightower tent was indeed the loudest of all right now."
15054,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=650,2015-03-27T14:32:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Asyir <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=23989514#p23989514"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-size: 125%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Hightower Tent, The Tourney Grounds, King's Landing</span></span><br/><br/>A great loud cheer erupted from the victor's tent. Ser Olyvar Hightower, second son of Lord Olyvar Hightower, had beaten Dame Brianne in a fifteen minute slugging match. Ser Olyvar as victor of the did not achieve such success in the joust, but he had won the melee.<br/><br/>Ser Olyvar stood in the center, being hooted and dancing with Hightower Men-At-Arms, men whom had came up with Ryndar as his entourage. Olyvar danced away on the large center oak table, as flagons of ale flew around the room. Ser Ryndar held back his smile as he sat near the entrance, his Valyrian Greatsword across his back. Ryndar seemed to be the only sober one in the room.<br/><br/>He wondered when Lord Loras Tyrell would show up, whether or not other Reach bannermen would arrive. He even wondered if his Grace would make an appearance. Ryndar leaned back upon one of the many wooden beams near the enterace, waiting for people to show, if they would. The Hightower tent was indeed the loudest of all right now.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Horas Redwyne, Lord of the Arbor</span><br/><br/>Horas and all his sons walked into the tent with a smile, ready to congratulate them. A couple of servants brought in casks on Arbor Red and Gold. ""Well done Ser Olyvar!"" He said with a smile. ""I believe a celebration is in order."""
15055,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=650,2015-03-27T18:22:00,Novae Vitae,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Paramount Loras Tyrell<br/>The Hightower Tent, the Tourney Grounds, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>""Well done, Ser Olyvar,"" Loras called out, entering the tent. He had changed from his armor to more fitting attire, a darker shade of green that clung to his body and cut to his regal form. His hair he had soaked and dried, and now it hung on his head like a shining mane. His eyes, emerald and sharp, searched for Olyvar with a passion.<br/><br/>He was immersed in the Hightower men, and Loras would let him have his fun for now. They would speak soon, no doubt, as something was burning in Loras that he had never felt before. All the same, Olyvar would not sleep tonight as soon he would be a member of the Kingsguard and--therefore--was required to maintain his vigil.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">I do hope you know what you're doing, Olyvar,</span>Loras thought.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Things have become much more real for you.</span>And the thing inside Loras roared hotter at the thought."
15056,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=650,2015-03-27T18:27:00,Phalnia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Edric Dayne<br/>Tourney Grounds, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>The Lord and his family descended from the stands following the completion of the festivities. Ser Tomos had fared well in the melee, being forced to yield in the final confrontations against his grace King Aerion. An honorable defeat, though a thought gnawed at the back of Edric's mind. He had seen his son fell men twice as experienced as Aerion and twice as large. Had his son chosen the tactful path, to bow out in favor of his king? Edric doubted his son would admit to such a thing even if it was true.<br/><br/>Edric, Elizba, Ashara, and Rache arrived at the Dayne tent. The man-at-arms bowed as he opened the flap for Edric, his wife and daughters remained outside. Inside Edric noticed the knights were standing about talking, washing and changing from their armor into robes, jackets, and doublets. The knights bowed before their liege as did Tomos who stood at the end of the tent accompanied by his squire.<br/><br/>""Father, how are you?""<br/><br/>""I am well Tomos. I am more concerned with you. You looked to have taken a few strikes.""<br/><br/>""It's nothing, but a few bruises. I'll live.""<br/><br/>""Good. When you're ready, your mother, sisters and I are heading to congratulate Ser Olyvar, on a battle well fought. You should join us."" With that Edric turned and exited the tent.<br/><br/>With his wife on his arm and daughters trailing behind Edric stopped before Ser Ryndar at the entrance. ""Hello, Ser Ryndar. We've come to congratulate your brother and you on a battle well fought."""
15057,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=650,2015-03-27T20:00:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Novae Vitae <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=23995769#p23995769"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Paramount Loras Tyrell<br/>The Hightower Tent, the Tourney Grounds, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>""Well done, Ser Olyvar,"" Loras called out, entering the tent. He had changed from his armor to more fitting attire, a darker shade of green that clung to his body and cut to his regal form. His hair he had soaked and dried, and now it hung on his head like a shining mane. His eyes, emerald and sharp, searched for Olyvar with a passion.<br/><br/>He was immersed in the Hightower men, and Loras would let him have his fun for now. They would speak soon, no doubt, as something was burning in Loras that he had never felt before. All the same, Olyvar would not sleep tonight as soon he would be a member of the Kingsguard and--therefore--was required to maintain his vigil.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">I do hope you know what you're doing, Olyvar,</span> Loras thought. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Things have become much more real for you.</span> And the thing inside Loras roared hotter at the thought.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Horas Redwyne, Lord of the Arbor</span><br/><br/>Noticing his liege lord enter the tent, Horas had a cup of Arbor Gold sent to Lord Loras, hoping he would enjoy the taste. Olyvar had won the Melee, and as such would be taking the place in the Kingsguard that Ryam had wanted so badly. Of course, there was always the off chance Olyvar would refuse the honor. He had never been taught what happened if one refuses the honor."
15058,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=650,2015-03-27T20:19:00,Novae Vitae,"<blockquote><div><cite>Toronina <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=23996993#p23996993"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Novae Vitae <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=23995769#p23995769"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Paramount Loras Tyrell<br/>The Hightower Tent, the Tourney Grounds, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>""Well done, Ser Olyvar,"" Loras called out, entering the tent. He had changed from his armor to more fitting attire, a darker shade of green that clung to his body and cut to his regal form. His hair he had soaked and dried, and now it hung on his head like a shining mane. His eyes, emerald and sharp, searched for Olyvar with a passion.<br/><br/>He was immersed in the Hightower men, and Loras would let him have his fun for now. They would speak soon, no doubt, as something was burning in Loras that he had never felt before. All the same, Olyvar would not sleep tonight as soon he would be a member of the Kingsguard and--therefore--was required to maintain his vigil.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">I do hope you know what you're doing, Olyvar,</span> Loras thought. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Things have become much more real for you.</span> And the thing inside Loras roared hotter at the thought.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Horas Redwyne, Lord of the Arbor</span><br/><br/>Noticing his liege lord enter the tent, Horas had a cup of Arbor Gold sent to Lord Loras, hoping he would enjoy the taste. Olyvar had won the Melee, and as such would be taking the place in the Kingsguard that Ryam had wanted so badly. Of course, there was always the off chance Olyvar would refuse the honor. He had never been taught what happened if one refuses the honor.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Paramount Loras Tyrell<br/>The Hightower Tent, Tourney Grounds, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>""Thank you, Lord Redwyne,"" Loras said, accepting the wine from him. Arbor Gold was his favorite vintage, though a Dornish red had an interesting taste to it--foreign, fiery, rebellious. Still, Loras drank and enjoyed. ""It is good to see you again. We spoke so briefly in my tent. I recall you mentioned your brother's fought in the melee, yet beating back Greyjoys distracted me from my Reachmen. How did they fare?"""
15059,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=650,2015-03-27T20:25:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Novae Vitae <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=23997228#p23997228"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Toronina <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=23996993#p23996993"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Horas Redwyne, Lord of the Arbor</span><br/><br/>Noticing his liege lord enter the tent, Horas had a cup of Arbor Gold sent to Lord Loras, hoping he would enjoy the taste. Olyvar had won the Melee, and as such would be taking the place in the Kingsguard that Ryam had wanted so badly. Of course, there was always the off chance Olyvar would refuse the honor. He had never been taught what happened if one refuses the honor.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Paramount Loras Tyrell<br/>The Hightower Tent, Tourney Grounds, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>""Thank you, Lord Redwyne,"" Loras said, accepting the wine from him. Arbor Gold was his favorite vintage, though a Dornish red had an interesting taste to it--foreign, fiery, rebellious. Still, Loras drank and enjoyed. ""It is good to see you again. We spoke so briefly in my tent. I recall you mentioned your brother's fought in the melee, yet beating back Greyjoys distracted me from my Reachmen. How did they fare?""</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Horas Redwyne, Lord of the Arbor</span><br/><br/>""I fear my lord has mistaken me for my eldest son and heir, Hobber."" It was easy to see why though, while there was around a twenty age year difference, Hobber was the spitting image of his father. ""My son's rode well, unfortunately they did not win in either the Melee or joust."""
15060,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=650,2015-03-27T20:29:00,Novae Vitae,"<blockquote><div><cite>Toronina <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=23997298#p23997298"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Novae Vitae <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=23997228#p23997228"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Paramount Loras Tyrell<br/>The Hightower Tent, Tourney Grounds, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>""Thank you, Lord Redwyne,"" Loras said, accepting the wine from him. Arbor Gold was his favorite vintage, though a Dornish red had an interesting taste to it--foreign, fiery, rebellious. Still, Loras drank and enjoyed. ""It is good to see you again. We spoke so briefly in my tent. I recall you mentioned your brother's fought in the melee, yet beating back Greyjoys distracted me from my Reachmen. How did they fare?""</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Horas Redwyne, Lord of the Arbor</span><br/><br/>""I fear my lord has mistaken me for my eldest son and heir, Hobber."" It was easy to see why though, while there was around a twenty age year difference, Hobber was the spitting image of his father. ""My son's rode well, unfortunately they did not win in either the Melee or joust.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Paramount Loras Tyrell<br/>The Hightower Tent, Tourney Grounds, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>Loras managed a polite blush and said, ""Forgive me, my lord--the Greyjoy struck quite hard, and the hours before the melee have become somewhat of a blur. It feels like ages since the morn."" He gave a small chuckle at that, hoping Lord Redwyne would pass over the mistake.<br/><br/>""And surely, my lord, they will win come the next tourney. We must maintain the momentum of our victories, no?"" Loras inquired."
15061,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=650,2015-03-27T22:38:00,Toronina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Novae Vitae <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=23997349#p23997349"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Toronina <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=23997298#p23997298"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Horas Redwyne, Lord of the Arbor</span><br/><br/>""I fear my lord has mistaken me for my eldest son and heir, Hobber."" It was easy to see why though, while there was around a twenty age year difference, Hobber was the spitting image of his father. ""My son's rode well, unfortunately they did not win in either the Melee or joust.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Paramount Loras Tyrell<br/>The Hightower Tent, Tourney Grounds, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>Loras managed a polite blush and said, ""Forgive me, my lord--the Greyjoy struck quite hard, and the hours before the melee have become somewhat of a blur. It feels like ages since the morn."" He gave a small chuckle at that, hoping Lord Redwyne would pass over the mistake. <br/><br/>""And surely, my lord, they will win come the next tourney. We must maintain the momentum of our victories, no?"" Loras inquired.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Horas Redwyne, Lord of the Arbor</span><br/><br/>""It is alright my lord, when I was eight and twenty I looked like like Hobber did, both Hobber's to be exact."" He japed with a smile."
15062,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=650,2015-03-28T09:33:00,Novae Vitae,"<blockquote><div><cite>Toronina <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=23998254#p23998254"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Novae Vitae <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=23997349#p23997349"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Paramount Loras Tyrell<br/>The Hightower Tent, Tourney Grounds, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>Loras managed a polite blush and said, ""Forgive me, my lord--the Greyjoy struck quite hard, and the hours before the melee have become somewhat of a blur. It feels like ages since the morn."" He gave a small chuckle at that, hoping Lord Redwyne would pass over the mistake. <br/><br/>""And surely, my lord, they will win come the next tourney. We must maintain the momentum of our victories, no?"" Loras inquired.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Horas Redwyne, Lord of the Arbor</span><br/><br/>""It is alright my lord, when I was eight and twenty I looked like like Hobber did, both Hobber's to be exact."" He japed with a smile.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Paramount Loras Tyrell<br/>The Hightower Tent, Tourney Grounds, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>""It must be a trait amongst Reachmen,"" Loras jested. His smile broadened. ""Men say I am the striking image of my uncle Garlan--and Garlan's son is said to be the image of my father. History has a funny way of confusing those that try to follow along, no?"""
15063,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=650,2015-03-28T15:39:00,Krugmar,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">House Vaeleneos</span> <br/>Mantarys<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Thirteenth Day after the Battle of Kosrak</span><br/>Talaemor Vaeleneos, Dragonlord of Valyria, King of Mantarys and Master of the Demon Road</span></div><hr/><br/><br/>""Our scouts report that Aemon has moved his army into Bhorash, our garrison there has surrendered"" said Maedor Lennalys, Legate of the I Legion, hovering over the large map laid out upon the chamber table. Talaemor sighed, he had hoped that the garrison would fight to the death and slay as many Imperial forces as possible.<br/><br/>Aeralyx Cellarys, Legate of the II Legion spoke up, ""Captain Balaevar is a good man, it is likely that our message didn't reach him in time"". Talaemor nodded, he wouldn't punish any man who did not deserve it. Balaevar was a tried and tested commander, and had been chosen specifically to guard Bhorash.<br/><br/>Talaemor pushed himself away from the table and gazed at the generals before him. ""How many of the mountain clans have declared themselves for us?"" he asked.<br/><br/>The Chieftain of the Wildmen, leading one of the clans who had put themselves up for hire, responded, ""Six clans have declared themselves for your cause, amounting to around seven hundred men"". He butchered the Valyrian tongue as he spoke, but he was just about understandable by most in the room. It was far less clansmen than they had wanted, and they would end up being little more than harassment to the Imperial army.<br/><br/>""Aemon's army still vastly outnumbers us, and he has dragons at his disposal as well"" said Maedor Lennalys, ever the optimist. ""He has offered us a reprieve, would it be wise to take it?"" he asked, receiving only glares from his comrades.<br/><br/>""This is the last chance for freedom for Mantarys and Valyria, I will never surrender. Even if I am the last man holding his sword"" said Talaemor, hand on the hilt of Hellfire. Maedor nodded, and bowed to show his deference to Talaemor's decision. ""Bring me my quill and a parchment, I shall reply to Aemon"" he continued, a servant quickly fetched him the requested items.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-style: italic"">To Aemon Targaryen,</span><br/><br/>The surrender you seek lies upon the tip of my sword. Come and claim it.<br/><br/>signed, Talaemor, the Monster of Mantarys called, Thirty fifth of his name, Dragonlord of Valyria, King of Mantarys, Tolos and Elyria, Master of the Demon Road and Protector of the Freehold.</blockquote><br/><br/>He signed the letter confidently and had it sent via one of the pigeons meant for Bhorash. He was eager to meet Aemon in battle, and slay him before his army and dragons. Then he would take what was rightfully his.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">The Night's Watch</span> <br/>Lord Commanders Quarters - Castle Black<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Day after celebrations</span><br/>Triston Gaunt, Lord Commander of the Night's Watch</span></div><hr/><br/><br/>The Lord Commander laughed, an unusual occurrence at the Wall, and extremely rare from him. ""Dreams are often that, dreams. I would not get hung up on it Ser Bolvar, this place has a way of getting to you. Don't listen to this old goat of a Maester, forged too many Valyrian Steel links. Now, is there anything you actually wanted?"" he asked dismissively."
15064,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=650,2015-03-29T08:16:00,Asyir,"<span style=""font-size: 125%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Sers Ryndar and Olyvar Hightower, The Hightower Tent, The Tourney Grounds, King's Landing</span></span><br/><br/>Ser Ryndar Hightower moved outside the tent, welcoming in nobility. He hailed his cousins, the Redwyne's, and hailed his liege lord, Loras Tyrell. Ser Ryndar saw what appeared to be a family coming towards the tent. He saw it was Lord Dayne and his family.<br/><br/>When Lord Dayne approached, Ryndar saw his wife, and his daughters trailing along. He did not see Ser Tomos with this small entourage.<br/><br/>""Thank You Lord Dayne,"" Ser Ryndar responded as he hailed Lord Dayne with a bow,"" Your family was well represented by your son. Ser Tomos truly deserves his title of ""Sword of The Morning"".<br/><br/>Straighting from his bow with a creak from his armor, the knight held open the tent flap, exposing Hightower knights, a Redwyne, and Ser Olyvar, whom now was not dancing upon the table. ""He's inside, just be careful in there Lord Dayne, you know what men are like after a victorious fight.""<br/><hr/><br/>Olyvar stepped off the large oak table when his cousins entered. He greeted them, and took more than a fair share of Arbor Wine. ""Yes, a celebration is in order my dear cousin,"" Olyvar said,"" and we must get my brother nice and drunk.""<br/><br/>""I heard that,"" Ser Ryndar said from the entrance, as he moved outside.<br/><br/>""Damn his ears of a hawk,"" Olyvar said, turning toward Lord Redwyne,""How can someone not want to celebrate this?""<br/><br/>just then Lord Loras Tyrell walked in, but Olyvar did not take note for sometime, he caught up with Loras eventually. ""Sorry for not noticing you earlier my liege,"" Olyvar said, attempting to hide the smell of alcohol he had consumed,""Thanks for coming. I don't know what to do with all of this money's though, and you know, you're good with it, so what should I do with this?"" He said pointing towards some chests filled with his prize money."
15065,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=650,2015-03-29T10:58:00,Novae Vitae,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lord Paramount Loras Tyrell<br/>The Hightower Tent, Tourney Grounds, King's Landing</span><br/><br/>""Well, you're going to be a knight of the Kingsguard,"" Loras said. ""Any foods or wines you could desire will be in the Red Keep. The arms and armor will likely be provided by the king. You could spent your last night free on whores . . .""<br/><br/>Loras inched closer, and whispered, "". . . but you only have one, and he doesn't cost anything."" A smirk slipped over Loras's face as he stepped back.<br/><br/>""It seems you've little to spend the gold on. If I were you, I'd give the king back his money,"" Loras said. ""Say something like,<span style=""font-style: italic"">While Your Grace is kind to gift me with such riches, the reward of being of the Kingsguard is enough</span>. You don't have to mean it, of course, but it does make quite a nice start to the new glorious addition to the Kingsguard."""
15066,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=675,2015-03-30T09:10:00,Of the Quendi,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;"">The Ghiscari Empire</span><br/>The Bay of Bhorash, in the Bay of Ghiscari<br/>Under the Sovereignty of Aemon Targaryen</span></span><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://img2.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20120317181433/asoiaf/zh/images/d/d2/House_Targaryen_crest.PNG""/><br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Aemon Targaryen</span></span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Midday on the tenth day after the Battle of Kosrak</span></div><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">A</span></span>s the straight Valyrian roads of his forebears ran one hundred and twenty one leagues separated Aemon's army from their Mantarine prize. Ordinarily no obstacle, the lockstep legions marched such a distance in ten days, but these one hundred and twenty one leagues differed from the leagues between Meereen and Lhazar, Meereen and New Ghis or Meereen and Qarth. The Demon Road men called it in hushed voices. It had a sinister reputation and unfortunately it was well earned. Despite the risks involving in sailing under the shadow of Old Valyria few merchants ever considered the land route and for good reasons. Aemon feared neither ghost nor demons but brigands and plague, harsh climate and savage men from the mountain, could perhaps do what neither the hordes of screamers, the iron legions of New Ghis or the Harpy Sons had managed; break the imperial army.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">S</span></span>tanding in his great opulent tent, a mobile palace of silk complete with servants and all luxuries imaginable, over his table reviewing the map of the western portion of his empire with his generals, almost solemnly, standing around in deferential silence the emperor sighed. Many men both in the east and in the Seven Kingdoms believed wars where won by the brave. That the general who lead his army into the field determined to fight to the death would always prevail. Such folly. War was won by the wise not the brave, and if the Mantarines stayed behind their wall they where already near what was if not victory for them then certainly a very acceptable draw.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Have words been sent to Tolos?""</span>Aemon barked, his gaze still fixed on the maps as he tried to divine a winning strategy from the parchment.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">I</span></span>t was Ser Tumco Lho who responded.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Aye, sire. Admiral Velaryon sent ships to inform them that war was coming and I have myself sent a bird with news of the defiance of the Valaeneos family.""</span>The First Sword proclaimed. Aemon nodded and gave a grunt in response.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""I need more horse.""</span>He mumbled to himself. It was a returning worry of his. Slowly, painfully slowly, Aemon had managed to transform a predominantly infantry army into one with a larger cavalry arm yet still only one sixth of his army was mounted, and that was if camelry and elephants where counted. Aemon feared the day when he would have to fight the great knight armies of Westeros. On foot he could tear every single one of the Seven Kingdoms to pieces but ahorse?<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">G</span></span>rey Worm coughed.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Pardon, sire?""</span>The aging general spoke.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""I said I need more cavalry.""</span>Aemon proclaimed.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""I want entire companies of outriders patrolling every foot of this accursed route that awaits us. I want them scouting dozens of miles on both sides of the route, from the sea to the Painted Mountains, I want to encounter no nasty surprises between here and the southern mountain range.""</span>The Emperor declared. The awkward silence of his commander almost made him roll his eyes. Sometimes being the emperor carried the unfortunate curse of being taken very literal all the time. Aemon sighed.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Ser Larraq.""</span>He called.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">T</span></span>he freeman knight, and Third Sword of the Emperor saluted at once.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Sire.""</span>He responded.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""I want you and Ser Dhazzar zo Naqqan to take those cavalry and auxiliary cavalry companies we do have and ride out ahead of the army, already today. Focus on the northern flank, with our ships patrolling the bay and Tolos under our control the enemy can't possibly be bold enough to try to attack from the south.""</span>Aemon declared after a moments hesitation. The possibility that the enemy had large forces stationed on the Black Cliffs couldn't entirely be ruled out, but in war one prioritized. And if an enemy army positioned itself between Tolos and Aemon's army he was willing to loose many troops to trap it there.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">S</span></span>er Larraq saluted once more, followed immediately by ""the Dancer"", Ser Dhazzar, acting Sixth Sword in the absence of the Red Lamb, as he realized he was being assigned a task.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""And what of the road itself, sire?""</span>Grey Worm asked.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Ser Tumco Lho will lead my Companion Cavalry along the Demon Road. To the extent that Ser Larraq and Ser Dhazzar can't cover the road itself it will be the task of the Companions to crush any opposition.""</span>Aemon declared, his words followed by disbelieving silence. Saluting, Ser Tumco Lho was the first to speak.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""The Companion Cavalry will fight to the death, sire.""</span>He declared, apparently not noticing Aemon's eye roll.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""But I must say that the Companions are not outriders. They are knights, some of the finest in the known world. They won't be effective against enemy outriders on their own.""</span>The First Sword spoke.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">A</span></span>emon shrugged.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Who said they would be on their own. We are in badly need of able scouts and none are abler than Rhaegal. I will fly out ahead with the Companions, let the Mantarines try to hide from a dragon.""</span>Aemon declared, raising his hand assertively against the outcry of protests he knew would come.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""No, my lords, I have made my decision. There is not a soldier in this army I am not proud of and you all have my absolute confidence, but in every battle from the Khyzai Pass to the gates of New Ghis the deciding factor in my victories have always been dragon fire. I will not stay with the reserve and watch from afar as other men fight my battles for me. I had enough of that when King's Landing burned and the dogs of Tyrell collared my brother and slew my parents while my vassals and allies betrayed me by the scores. No my brothers in arms, I take great pride in calling you thus and will not dishonor old bonds of comradeship by cowering in my tent. I fly with Ser Tumco.""</span>Aemon proclaimed, smiling at his army commanders. For all the problems and shortcomings of the eclectic group they where almost as family to Aemon and it was no accident that he referred to himself in singular among them. For all its terrors war forged bonds of friendship that sometimes transcended even ranks and titles.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">O</span></span>bserving as the protest died out Aemon smiled at his generals and saw how dents in their deferential subservient manners appeared and they gave him discreet smiles in turn. Sometimes it was beneficial to have an officer corps consisting mostly of people who knew you as a child, Aemon deduced. He turned to Grey Worm, one man who was not about to forget who was emperor and start smiling, and grasped the eunuchs upper arms in a firm grip.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Grey Worm, faithful and steadfast Grey Worm, the most loyal retainer my family has known since the death of Ser Barristan the Bold, you shall as always be my right hand and marshall of my armies and camps. I place you in command of the main host and the reserves. Tomorrow I want you to lead them out and march as quickly as possible to the intersection of the Demon Road with the road to Tolos. Once we get there the war is already half won.""</span>Aemon lied."
15067,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=675,2015-03-30T09:22:00,Tracian Empire,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Of the Quendi <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324448&amp;p=23987214#p23987214"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;"">The Ghiscari Empire</span><br/>The Bay of Bhorash, in the Bay of Ghiscari<br/>Under the sovereignty of Aemon the Magnificent Targaryen</span></span><br/><br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://awoiaf.westeros.org/images/d/d4/GhisHarpie.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ser Tumco Lho, First Sword of the Emperor</span></span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Morning on the tenth day after the Battle of Kosrak</span></div><br/><hr/> <br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">S</span></span>tanding at attention in his finest piece of gilded armor before the opened eastern gate of Bhorash with half of his men Ser Tumco Lho felt the earth tremble ever so lightly under him to the sound of the thousands of marching feet of the Imperial Immortal Guard. It was not however the lockstep of the legion that made the earth tremble as the garrison of Bhorash awaited the arrival of the imperial army. It was something far more imposing. It was Rhaegal. <br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">A</span></span>fter all those years the great green terror and its siblings still filled Ser Tumco with dread and awe. At the Siege of Meereen the beast had been formidable and since it had only grown bigger and more deadly. It had killed more soldiers than Ser Tumco could ever hope to and it had singlehandedly forced surrenders from Westeros to New Ghis. But for all it had done for the cause of first the silver queen and then the dragon emperor, Ser Tumco dreaded it. He was the greatest swordsman in the whole of the Ghiscari Empire but before Rhaegal he was nothing but flesh and bones only to easily crushed and charred and consumed. In a world where dragons flew across the sky, men would live on their knees, and Ser Tumco hated it, and wished better for his daughters. <br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">B</span></span>ut at least this dragon was controlled by a great man, one as honorable and brave as the mother, but wiser. As the sight of Rhaegal, imposing as ever, emerged on the eastern road Ser Tumco's gaze fixed on the figure seated atop the beat on an ornate dragon saddle wearing his black and red dragon scale armor with his gilded dragonhelm concealing his Valyrian features. The Emperor. For as long as he ruled Rhaegal Ser Tumco was hopeful. But of late the First Sword had more and more often had an eerie feeling that the bond between man and beast was too strong by half and served no longer to bind and constrain the beast. <br/> <br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">S</span></span>uch doubts did not shown on the First Sword's dark skinned face as the emperor lead his beast to the city gate, Ser Larraq the Lash and Strong Belwas by his side. Ser Tumco saluted his emperor. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""Your Majesty.""</span> He declared. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""The ruins of Bhorash has been taken.""</span> He laconically announced. From atop his beast Aemon grunted absentmindedly. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""Show him.""</span> The emperor remarked, making Ser Larraq jump down from his horse and walk over to Ser Tumco with a piece of parchment. The First Sword took the letter, noting the seal of Mantarys and began to read. His emotionless face grew darker as he did. <br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">R</span></span>eading ended he saluted the emperor. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""Was there captives?""</span> Aemon asked. It took a moment for Ser Tumco to catch the change of topic, but then he declared; <span style=""font-style: italic"">""Aye, Your Majesty. The mantarine garrison of Bhorash was captured almost in its entirety, but a runner escaped westwards.""</span> The emperor grunted in approval. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""Excellent. Find me another runner then I have words to send back to this traitor scum. So he wants war? Very well then, war it is.""</span> The emperor proclaimed coldly. <br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Aemon Targaryen, the Magnificent called, Emperor of All the Ghiscari, King of Meereen, King of Yunkai, King of Astapor, King of New Ghis, King of Kings of Ghiscar, Protector of the Lhazar, one true Dragonlord of Valyria, Grand Master of the Order of the Dragon to Talaemor the Traitor and his partisans, sends his final words of warning,<br/><br/>Insolent inbred, so at last the mask of loyalty and honor is cast of revealing your foul and wicked nature as an oathbreaker and a traitor. We know well how to deal with those, and We shall make you and your house rue to day it dared to defy Our will and oppose Us. We reject your peace, the dragon does not make peace with the sheep, and your insults, you shall pay for them with your life and blood. Your traitor wife shall remain in Our captivity and shall in due time stand trial for her treachery as shall you. Your ransom We shall pay you in fire and in blood, between Tolos and Elyria We shall divide those measly possessions you presume to call a kingdom. And never the day shall come when We shall surrender to you or your ilk a single dragon egg or hatchling, of these birthrights of Our dynasty your depraved bastard house is unworthy. <br/><br/>You talk of monsters, traitor scum, but what know you truly of monsters. Those abominations and inbreds walk the streets of Mantarys the corrupted may serve as tales to be told petulant children at night but they are nought but grotesque deformed men. By your defiance and betrayal you have awakened a truer monster, traitor. You have awoken the dragon, and neither your demon road nor your army of mongrel half-Valyrians, shall stay it from assailing your city and turning it into rubble if you do not at once submit to Our will. We demand that you at once tender your immediate and unconditional surrender to Us as your rightful and just overlord and liege. Do so and from this betrayal House Vaelenesos may yet prosper. Do it not and We shall unleash the terror of dragons upon you to remind you that Valyria has but one Dragonlord, and Valyrians but one master.<br/><br/>Witness our hand at Bhorash in the twelfth year of Our reign, and may we meet in battle on your precious demon road, Aemon Targaryen, the Magnificent called, Emperor of All the Ghiscari, King of Meereen, King of Yunkai, King of Astapor, King of New Ghis, King of Kings of Ghiscar, Protector of the Lhazar, Dragonlord of Valyria, Grand Master of the Order of the Dragon</span></blockquote><br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 120%; line-height: 116%;"">The Ghiscari Empire</span><br/>The City of New Ghis, in the Gulf of Grief<br/>Under the sovereignty of Aemon the Magnificent Targaryen</span></span><br/><br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://viki.gameofthronestr.com/images/250x334xVelaryon.png.pagespeed.ic._qjbzIrqxm.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ser Corlys Velaryon, Grand Admiral of Ghiscar</span></span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Eighth day after the Battle of Kosrak</span></div><br/><hr/> <br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">S</span></span>er Corlys tilted his head slightly eyeing the newly arrived Valyrian looking man with a cold and calculating gaze, akin to how a dragon might eye an oxen, considering whether to make it prey or no. Aerys Waters. It was a name not unheard in the east. If rumors was true Ser Corlys found himself in a room with the emperor's half brother, though others said that the middle-aged commander of the Golden Company was simply some Blackfyre bastard. Whatever the case Ser Corlys knew the emperor would expect a full report on the man when next they met, so the grand admiral of Ghiscar took care to divine as much as possible from observing the man. <br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">A</span></span>s the man greeted him Ser Corlys nodded his head politely in response, his gaze for a moment dwelling on the Valyrian sword on the man's hip that seemed to contrast so dramatically his plain black armor. Could it truly be, Ser Corlys pondered, trying to compare the blade to the descriptions passed down of it in Westeros. It seemed this Aerys was a man of surprises. <br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">T</span></span>hat impression was only reinforced when Waters, having greeted Aelid Jaerator and Ser Lysandro Rogare, confidently and unapologetically asked for command over the ground forces, claiming to be the most experienced army commander present. A few of the elder admirals murmured angrily among themselves and Ser Lysandro seemed less than pleased at the insulting greeting he had received. But before Ser Corlys could call his men to order Aelid proposed a new plan. Ser Corlys nodded ponderously. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""I have absolute confidence in the ability of Ser Lysandro Rogare and a small detached force to seize the Port of Yhos alone.""</span> The Grand Admiral declared. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""Qarth is and remains the target of paramount importance. Should it fall, the resistance of any other city in its empire will be futile. Should it not fall, the fall of any other city in its empire will not matter. Hence it is the position of His Majesty and the Ghiscari Admiralty that as many men as at all possible must be send against Qarth.""</span> The Grand Admiral declared.</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Aerys Waters, Commander of the Golden Company</span></span><br/>Seeing the angry reactions of some of the Ghiscari commanders, Aerys couldn't stop from smirking. Before he could say amything, Aelid proposed a new plan. After a few moments of thinking, Aerys answered:<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""I agree with this plan. Qarth is our primary target. It will also be the hardest to defeat, this is why we will need ass many forces as possible."" The Golden Company will take part in the attack on Qarth. I think that we should start our journey as soon as possible. Any news on the positions of the other forces?</span>, asked Aerys."
15068,"Westeros, Chapter 1: Rise of a King (Game of Thrones RP/IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324448&start=675,2015-04-04T09:39:00,Diliath,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Aelid Jaerator, New Ghis</span></div><br/><br/>Aelid noticed the growing tension in the room when Aerys entered. Aelid wondered what Aerys had brought Aerys to proclaim he was most experienced between some elder officers. He wanted to escape the growing tension that would cause trouble during the actual intervention and he started to speak in order to answer Aerys' question:""The forces in Qarth are ready, but I can't say anything about the moving Ghiscari forces as they're under Ghiscari command. It seems that the Grand Admiral maybe knows how many ships have already passed Ghis. When we know that do we know when the other half will arrive."" he decided to compliment both the Ghiscari forces as the Golden Company in order to reduce the tension between the Jaerator allies. Aelid knew that the Jaerator's were fully standing on their allies and when they would fight eachother would the ambition of the family be stopped forever. ""I think that we should be clear about the command indeed. We have an army standing out of two of the best forces in the world and this expedition should not be stopped by struggle about the command. It is clear that both forces will only accept their own commander so we need a third party to intervene. That third party can be the Jaerator's. I propose to appoint Mordonin as commaner-in-chief. This will not harm your both commanders as Mordonin will only help with the coordination of the forces ad you'll both command your own forces in the field. Mordonin is a capable commander but inexperienced so he will mostly do everything as you advise him. He also knows the city. I can nothing say about experience and skills towards you as you're all better commanders then me, I can only say that I'm between some of the best in the world. Let Qarth be the final test, gentlemen. I guess it is time to make a proper plan for the offensive and then we'll only have to wait."" Aelid now looked at the men around him to see their reaction. He noticed the sweat on his back as he knew that the whole succes of the coup could be decided by these men."
15069,Fall of the U.S. RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324587,2014-12-22T14:05:00,New Napo France,"Welcome to the Fall of the U.S. RP<br/><br/>For story and signups:<a class=""postlink-local"" href=""http://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324500"">viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324500</a>"
15070,Fall of the U.S. RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324587,2014-12-22T18:32:00,Athron,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Undisclosed location.......Texas</span><br/><br/>Gerald Herrick stood in front of four large monitors,each displaying a figure shrouded by darkness. The figures, clearly associated with The UAP, were members of the party's higher council. Which oversaw any actions made by the Party's vast private army.<br/>Herrick quickly spoke,""Morning gentlemen, I'm going to skip the pleasantries and get straight to the point of this meeting. A second Civil war."" Herrick paused to let the words sink in. ""With our forsaken country falling apart,many factions are already rising...."", He started to search his desk for something,and then brought a folder into view of the other members and opened it. ""Our spies are already reporting multiple rebel factions scattered throughout the country. We have a group in Texas wanting to become independent. There is another in Michigan,trying to form a Communist state,""Shutting the folder,Herrick continued. ""We can not allow any of these groups to take hold,especially the one in Texas. If it gains a foot hold,we may never be able to fully complete our plan....Now that you have heard my report,do I have your complete support?""<br/>The other members of the party were silent for what seemed to be hours,but someone decided to break the silence. ""I speak for myself and the other members,when I say you have our full support while dealing with the threat in Texas. But the commies,could mean the death of Corporate America. Deal with the Texans first,but then focus on the Communist in Michigan.""<br/><br/>Results:<br/>The UAP has met and decided on what factions posed a greater danger to their plans.<br/>The have decided to focus most their attention of Texas,but will still make plans for Michigan"
15071,Fall of the U.S. RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324587,2014-12-22T19:50:00,New Napo France,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">In the West Side Presidential Bunker in Washington DC.</span><br/><br/>President Jack Roth enters the situation room which is full of his various advisors. The President immediately asks,""so... our army is not in a position to stop any major uprising. I'm I correct?"" The small crowd of advisors begin to chatter until the response of the Secretary of Defence says,""We agree Mr. Roth and suggest a tactical withdrawal of most troops from foreign soil to try and combat this current unrest. At the same time we should keep a contingency force and possibly ask other NATO nations to fill our slot."" Jack sits down in his chair at the head of the table and ponders for minutes until he speaks up, saying,""Yes we should do these suggestions you bring to the table, but also raise our military numbers to better deal with the rebel threat. I suggest 2,000,000 active military soldiers, 1,000,000 reserve, and 600,000 military police. The military police will be the law enforcement after the real law enforcement fails."" He takes a long pause then continues,""We must adopt a strict harsh treatment plan where harshness is needed to put down unrest."" The advisors begin to speak amongst themselves when a barrage of gun shots are heard and the President is ushered out of the room with Roth quickly saying,"" I believe you all will come to agree and ask for the plan to be set in motion by the time of my return.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">At the U.S. naval base at Norfork, just hours later.</span><br/><br/>""The President just demanded a new set of soldier and we should see a new group of workers soon,"" hollered Jacob Vasily."" I don't think this president doing the right thing, he should by putting through a set of political reforms,"" shouted Charles Pits in response to Jacob's comment.<br/><br/>Results: U.S. military is set to 2,000,000 active personnel, 1,000,000 reserve, and 600,000 MPs. Almost all U.S. personnel is recalled back to the U.S. and a new harsh treatment plan is put in to the Roth administration."
15072,Fall of the U.S. RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324587,2014-12-23T01:30:00,Crhysthn,"Detroit, Michigan, GM Renaissance Centre<br/><br/>Despite later conjecture via news networks, no one can really say where the shots were first fired from. However, within a minute of the first corpse, ten black clad figures were marching towards the GM headquarters, gunning down anyone in their path. The steps are soon littered with bodies, and the figures show no sign of stopping.<br/>They never made it to the RenCen's doors. The guards fire back the moment the troop is in sight. The guards have cover, the approaching figures do not. It is a slaughter. But what is so concerning to the public is that only one attempted to run when the retaliation fire began. The others walked stoically onward as if they didn't care for their lives. Even down to the last man, they walk and shoot, not even pausing to reload. When the last one collapses several feet in front of the doors, it looked like its over.<br/>The bomb he carried went off, destroying most of the foyer.<br/><br/><br/>While early reports suggest an attack by IS on US soil, it very quickly becomes apparent that this is the work of someone new.<br/>By the end of the day, all the nation is trying to determine the attackers identities.<br/><br/>Results:<br/><br/>50 dead and 100 wounded, enough to headline on every news outlet in the country.<br/>A sizeable drop in Share Prices for GM and lots of other companies in the vicinity."
15073,Fall of the U.S. RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324587,2014-12-23T02:37:00,Arcanda,"<span style=""font-style: italic"">In a cabin near Laredo, Texas</span><br/><br/>As the wind swept the desert, four pick-up trucks arrived.They were loaded with men on their back.Another two were already parked in front of the cabin, and two horses were also attached.John McJoe opened the door and extended a furrowed hand to his visitors : ""Hiya, pal.'Ready ?""<br/><br/>They went inside.The cabin was full of crates.Boxes of ammunition were scattered, and .375 revolvers, M4 carbines, hunting rifles were carefully aligned beside the crates.McJoe pointed to a map of the United States, with different colors, and several cities circled.<br/><br/>""This, fellow gentlement"", ""Is Texas"".<br/>Pointing to the rest of the states : ""This is a dictatorship, trying to get us.""<br/><br/>""For too long we've been kept in a Union we didn't wanted to be part of in the beginning.Now, as this Empire of opression crumble, is the time to secede.Create a new state, of our own.Today is the day.Y'all know your assignements, good day to y'all, and God bless Texas.""<br/><br/>The men who came to visit turned their backs, and exited the cabin.John McJoe turns to one of the guards : ""All ready, Hernandez ? No defections ?""<br/>""No, sir"".<br/>""Good.""<br/><br/>Scattered across Texas were dozens of cabins alike to this one, filled with ammunition and guns that had been bought separately for years before this was planned.Following the rise of ISIS in the middle east, the Liberation Front of Texas (LFT) had adopted similar internet-based propaganda, and, under the cover of camps, several dozens of people had been trained to fighting.<br/><br/>At 3 PM, a bomb was detonated in Austin, killing an unknown number of people and maybe killing the Governor of Texas.In Houston, Galveston, Corpus Christi and El Paso, similar terrorist attacks were made, using homemade bombs.The LFT had decided to secure a strip of land near the Rio Grande and the western border, seeing of the threat posed by the UAP.<br/><br/>At 9 PM, under the cover of the night and profiting for a great panick ensuing the attacks, several armed groups secure Galveston, Laredo, Del Rio and El Paso.Each group has its objectives and is barely attached to the central command.They act by small groups themselves, furst shutting down the power for a moment, then assaulting the local police precincts with grenades and machine guns, and then seizing the county seat and town halls.<br/><br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Results</span><br/><br/>The Liberation Front of Texas uses ISIS-like method of recruiting and guerilla.<br/>Armed with M-4s, explosives, homemade bombs, hunting rifles.Trained in camps at least half of its memebers.<br/><br/>Detonated a bomb in Austin, killing many and possibly killing the Governor (OOC : I leave the casualties up to Athron, idk if the Governor plays an important role in your rp).The same night, profiting from the panick, several cells takesGalveston, Laredo, Del Rio and El Paso.John McJoe determines the UAP as a threat seeing their presence in Texas, and the current aim is to secure the western border.<br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://wwp.greenwichmeantime.com/images/usa/texas.jpg""/>"
15074,Fall of the U.S. RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324587,2014-12-23T11:09:00,Athron,"Governor of Texas's mansion<br/>""Look,you know that I've always been a firm supporter of the United America Party,but That attack came to close to taking my life. Maybe I should surrender to the Rebels."" Governor Hays was generally worried about the latest attacks that had taken place all around the state. That was the reason why he had asked to meet with his close ally,Gerald Herrick. ""You know that can't happen. If we lose Texas,it could lead to a chain reaction. Meaning other states might follow suit."" Gerald,had been in the study for a few hours. He was sent to calm the governor and reassure him of his safety.<br/><br/>""I don't care about your little civil war prevention plan anymore! Don't you understand? America is dead, but if we play our cards right, we may be able to drag a few countries out of its ashes."" Herrick was growing tired of convincing the governor that his plan would work. If he couldn't convince the governor he was suppose to get rid of him. He really didn't want to do that,but if it meant saving America,it could be done.<br/><br/>""I'm going to ask you one more time,Blake. Do we still have your support?"" The governor looked at Herrick,Dumbfounded. ""Hell no,you don't have my support!"" He then threw a glass across the room. As it shattered,Herrick spoke. ""I'm sorry dear friend, but your death will inspire the sleeping giant."" He then fired on the governor,killing him,and then fleeing the mansion.<br/><br/>Leaving nothing behind except for footprints,Herrick was sure that the governor's death would be blamed on rebels. leading to military action."
15075,Fall of the U.S. RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324587,2014-12-23T14:33:00,New Napo France,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">At Austin,Texas, May 20, 2016.</span><br/><br/>""People of Texas stand with me when I say that we must end these attacks at all costs, reclaim the land lost in Western Texas, and stop these dreadful killings!"" exclaimed President Jack Roth to a crowd of sad and angry Texans, ""we shall work with the local political group called the United America Party to rout the rebels, now I dread to say the United Political Group which holds both the Republican and Democratic parties has split with the group disbanding fully. Now this may not be as bad as you think our elections shall be almost completely open, everyone shall vote who gets into the election, then have the whole election period. This shall be done until the New Republican and Democratic parties emerge."" The crowd had mixed reactions, most agreed to the first half of the speech, but felt sorrow for the loss of their beloved Republican Party. The President started again after the pause he made,"" now we must stand together and keep the Union alive for we allowed this great state in for it's protection, so lets protect it!"" The crowd cheered as they all wanted payback for their losses from the attacks.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">At the Texas Presidential Nuclear Bunker, hours before.</span><br/><br/>""Mr. Roth our reports from the recon units say that the rebels are gaining the upper hand due to civilians in the fighting zone, so we recommend to install martial law in the western part of the state, you don't even have to take responsibility, we can blame it on the... Texas state government,"" said the Secretary of Defence Linda Trent.<br/><br/>Roth got up from his chair and began to walk around the room as eyes from his staff began to tear at his concentration. Finally the President spoke up,"" I don't know if the people of Texas would stand back and allow this.""<br/><br/>""Jack, just give a speech and set the martial law, the rebels must be stopped at all costs. Do you want the Union destroyed?""<br/><br/>The President shook his head and responded,"" no, but this will break it further. I say this, but have little choice if I want those rebels destroyed,"" Roth paused for a second then continued,"" begin installing martial law, send 100,000 military police to enforce it."" After a brief pause Roth exited the room and all of the advisors began to grab their papers and leave the bunker.<br/><br/>Results:Martial law is installed in Western Texas and 100,000 military police are sent to stop the rebel advance."
15076,Fall of the U.S. RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324587,2014-12-23T14:45:00,Trunfio Republic,"Boston, Massachusetts<br/><br/>100 well armed men approached the Massachusetts statehouse while an important meeting was in session. The startled guards were too slow and outnumbered to put up resistance. The group entered and a massacre of important figures began. The police and S.W.A.T teams were soon on the scene but were too late to stop anything. As the last of the important figures were gunned down, 100 small bombs began to detonate around the building. The startled men scattered but the bombs went off blowing up the whole building including the surrounding area. A new rebel organization, the United Colonies Group, claimed responsibility for the attacks releasing a statement saying, ""This is the first of many attacks just beginning New England."""
15077,Fall of the U.S. RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324587,2014-12-23T15:18:00,Vichtander,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">7:37 p.m. A Small Hunting Cabin Somewhere between Mount Pleasant and Georgetown, South Carolina</span><br/><br/><br/><br/>The group of battle hardened veterans sat around a table, in the room lit only by candles and a fire, play a nice game of Texas Hold Em'. Raleigh, a man with a sort of charismatic figure, broke the dead silence. ""I'm sure you've all heard by now; Texas is up in flames, there are uprisings in North Carolina, and Georgia. I want your opinions. What do you think we should do. Remember we too the oath to protect our home from all enemies, domestic and foreign."" All twelve of the men looked at him as if they were shocked. ""Are you guys telling me that I'm the only one of us that actually pays attention to what is happening to our country."" The man across the table, John Ellis, was the only one of them that bothered to speak up. ""Well, I think I speak for all of us here when I say we should come out of retirement."" Within eight minutes, all thirteen of the ex-SEALS were geared up; magazines full, and suits pressed.<br/><br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">12:42 a.m. Charleston Coast Guard Port, South Carolina</span><br/>The small militia of men prepared to blow the fence to the base. Raleigh held the explosives. ""Hey John, you still remember how to light a firecracker?"" John gave him a grin. ""Damn right."" Before the military police new what was happening, the men blew the fence and were on a speed boat, racing to Texas.<br/><br/>Result: The militia of ex-SEALS have stolen a boat and on the way to Texas to restore order by taking out high priority targets of the rebellious groups and factions."
15078,Fall of the U.S. RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324587,2014-12-23T16:45:00,Athron,"Undisclosed location<br/>May/20/2016<br/>Sometime before The Presidential Speech.<br/><br/>After dispatching the Governor, Gerald Herrick was called to another meeting with the other members of the UAP. ""Can someone please tell me why this meeting was called?"" Herrick had been called away from important business,and was upset.<br/>""There...has been a change of plans,"" stated one of the figures. ""Yes,we have decided that civil war can not be avoided,but if we act fast,we can catch the rebels off guard and claim victory.""<br/>""Wait,do you all feel this way,that we can't stop the war,"" Herrick asked the multiple figures on the display screen. ""not without action. Which is why we have already ordered the execution of plan B...The troops should be arriving n Austin soon. In fact,maybe you need to go the news,Gerald.""<br/><br/>Austin,Texas<br/>May/20/2016<br/>During or after The Presidential Speech<br/><br/>An agent,maybe ten feet away from POTUS, ear started to buzz with orders. Orders not from other agents,but from some UAP official. ""Plan B is a go,I repeat, Plan B is a go. Take out POTUS.""<br/>With those orders now in his head,the agent quickly pulled out his weapon and fired at president,hitting him in the gut. The agent was only able to fire one or two shots before being brought down by the other agents. ""DIVIDED WE FALL, TOGETHER WE RISE!!!!!""<br/><br/>OCC:You can decided on what happens to the President,it's a gut shot,he will most likely survive."
15079,Fall of the U.S. RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324587,2014-12-23T16:50:00,Soviet Chernarus,"<span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Raleigh, Wake County<br/>North Carolina</span></span><br/><br/>Edward Brigham sat in one of the stores at an abandoned shopping center; the wall was peppered with bullet holes, and the windows smashed. The shelves had been emptied. Anything that was even remotely of use had been taken by the Salvation Army or stolen by looters. Outside of the store stood two guards, dressed in US army uniforms. They had been deserters; they were rare, but they were useful to the Army's efforts. They wore blue armbands with a white star in the middle, to distinguish themselves from the actual US Army.<br/><br/>Behind the counter, Brigham stared at a map of North Carolina. The US state was colored red and blue - most of the central areas of the state were blue - controlled by the Salvation Army. The red was still controlled by the government. With the recent turmoil everywhere in the US the troops were spread out all across the country, which was good, even if the US held the advantage in training, experience, and weapons.<br/><br/>A uniformed rebel rushed into the store, despite the guard's protests. Red-faced and panting, he saluted to Brigham. ""Commander Brigham, sir! This is very urgent!""<br/><br/>""Urgent, you say?"" he placed down the map he was holding and looked up. ""What is it?""<br/><br/>""Read it for yourself, sir."" The officer said, handing him a rolled up newspaper. He unrolled it; Brigham's eyes scanned the small newspaper print. After a few minutes, he set it down beside him.<br/><br/>""This is bad. They're finally doing something about it."" By it he meant the rebellions that were happening all across the country.<br/><br/>""Soon there will be even more reinforcements coming into North Carolina. Its obvious that the only thing we can do is start pulling out of our reserves, and to recruit even more. I have already assembled a group of people who are skilled in public speaking, and are ready to travel across cities and towns to aid in recruitment for the Salvation Army.""<br/><br/>""That's the best thing we can do right now."" With a wave of his hand he dismissed the officer, who departed the store. He hoped that him and his group of rebels, the Carolinian National Salvation Army, would be able to survive the fiery inferno that would soon engulf the entire United States..."
15080,Fall of the U.S. RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324587,2014-12-23T17:22:00,New Napo France,Deleted
15081,Fall of the U.S. RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324587,2014-12-23T17:22:00,New Napo France,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">In the presidential limo on route to the hospital of Austin.</span><br/><br/>""Roth, Roth stay with me!"" exclaimed Vice President Rick Nickles.<br/><br/>""Whats going on?"" The President said softly while looking at his guards all around. Roth became dizzy just sitting there, then passes out when he sees how bad his wound is.<br/><br/>The next thing Roth sees is a hospital room with tons of medical professionals in it. He is told,"" you are going to live, we have put you through surgery, and it was successful. We should see you up and about in 5 weeks."" This made the President surprisingly mad because he knows his administration won't keep the country kicking.<br/><br/>Results: President is crippled and the country becomes even more unstable."
15082,Fall of the U.S. RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324587,2014-12-23T18:03:00,Soviet Chernarus,"<span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Chapter One: The Disunited States of America <br/>The Salvation Army Gathers Strength</span></span><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.telegraph.co.uk/multimedia/archive/02919/donetsk_2919670b.jpg""/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">A Salvation Army soldier walks past the destroyed husks of US APCs; the end result of a battle fought between the US Army and rebel soldiers in a field in Lee County, North Carolina</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Sanford, Lee County<br/>North Carolina</span></span><br/><br/>The ruins of Sanford - what resulted from a battle involving nearly over 2,000 soldiers. The Salvation Army emerged victorious, and US Army forces retreated from Lee County, North Carolina. Casualties on the rebel side were not light, however, and the cost of the battle was high - over 300 rebel soldiers had been killed, wounded, or captured. Rebel soldiers patrolled the streets; while the battle for control of the small city was over, small remnants of the Feds - what the Salvation Army often used as a term for the government - still remained, and sporadic fighting has occured for days. They inspected the ruins of what was once a school. Desks and chairs were broken, and textbooks were found all over the rubble. They rounded a corner, where they saw several bodies wearing US Army uniforms. They searched them, and managed to find a canteen and some rations. Brigham couldn't supply his troops with enough food, so they often searched and looted stores and stole food from the dead bodies of US Army soldiers.<br/><br/>The Salvation Army soldiers continued to walk down several streets, closely watching the buildings. Whenever they stumbled across a dead body, they searched it. Finally, they came across a small camp, where the rubble had been cleared. A man approached them, dark circles under his eyes. Unlike the soldiers, he wore civilian clothes, with the blue armband.<br/>""Sergeant Donningham,"" The soldier's said, his strong Southern accent drawing some glances from the nearby men who were working in the camp. They both saluted.<br/><br/>""Yes, that's my name."" He said, irritated ""Do you have any reports to made?""<br/>""Our section is clear of all hostile forces. We also mamaged to scrounge up some food and water."" He took out the rations and the canteens he took from the bodies of the soldiers.<br/>""Excellent work. This'll last us a few days"" Donningham replied in a monotone-ish voice. He put his hand on both of the soldier's shoulders. ""Listen, I have some things to sort out for the Salvation Army. Currently we have some fighting between the remnants of the US Army - maybe around 10 to 20 soldiers, and 5 soldiers of the Salvation Army. We need all available forces there. The fighting is going on in downtown Sanford, so i need you to report there pronto. Got that?"" He snapped.<br/><br/>""Yes sir, Sergeant Donningham!"" They replied in unison."
15083,Fall of the U.S. RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324587,2014-12-24T01:47:00,Crhysthn,"May 24th, 2016<br/><br/>A string of explosions rock across Michigan, their target: Power Plants, power stations, power grids of all forms. Though they can't manage to take down all the power to an entire state, there is enough chaos for the NCR troop movements, disguised as police trucks and ambulances to move about with ease. The effect wasn't perfect, but in the chaos most places were happy to accept all of the help they could get. Twenty hospitals, four universities, and several shopping malls were taken without a struggle. It wasn't until the doors were barricaded and the people inside were rounded up that people realised what was wrong. But by then it was too late.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">UPLOADED TO YOUTUBE, 1 PM EST</span><br/><br/>[Staring into the web cam, there was a stern, middle aged black woman, smiling with perfect white teeth]<br/>""By now, you all must realised what I have done. I've seen conflicting reports in the media, but I can tell you the exact number of hostages. Ten Thousand, Four Hundred, and sixty two. Men, women. Ages ranging from 104 to, well-"" The wail of a baby can be heard in the distance. ""We are in a hospital.<br/>""I'll be frank. I have three messages to give.<br/>""To the media. I am Eliza Karls, President of New Communist Republic. I wish to free you from the corporate control, the oligarchy, and the shackles of the bourgeois. The lives of millions will be better when the rich have been brought low, and you have been destroyed. We are coming for you.<br/>""To President Roth, wherever you may be, I want Michigan. Retract all the US forces within the state, or I will kill every single one of the ten thousand. And if your conscience can stomach that, don't worry. There is so much more we can do. So much more we are prepared to do. Don't try to save any of them, all they all die. Don't try to trick us, or they all die. Nothing less than compliance with my demands will save their lives. You have twenty four hours. Your move.<br/>""And to my fellow rebels. I think we can help each other. Let's talk.""<br/>Eliza steps away from the camera revealing a featureless grey wall. 10 seconds of silence follow.<br/><br/>Results: - Extensive media coverage, N.C.R. are a household name.<br/>- Michigan in chaos."
15084,Fall of the U.S. RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324587,2014-12-24T11:28:00,Trunfio Republic,"Somewhere south of Boston, Massachusetts<br/><br/>Video clip sent to local media:<br/><br/>[Camera turns on and begins to film] ""Hello my name is Logan Conners and I am here to claim responsibility for yesterday's attack on the statehouse. My group, the United Colonies Group, and I have planned many more attacks like the one the other day. I suggest that the President cede control of New England to us. We plan to reunite the northern half of the former 13 colonies and reshape them into a better place. We would like to work with other rebel groups to accomplish our goals. Currently our troops are heading south of Boston and plan on destroying every single important building they see until they get to Cape Cod. By tomorrow we will have plenty of hostages and will have destroyed plenty of buildings. It's your decision Mr. President on whether or not to give us New England."" [Camera fades to black]"
15085,Fall of the U.S. RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324587,2014-12-24T11:44:00,Soviet Chernarus,"<span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Salvation Army Headquarters<br/>Clayton, Johnston County<br/>North Carolina</span></span><br/><br/>""Using hostages to get what they want. Those Michigan communists are despicable."" Brigham closed his laptop - his work computer. He had been keeping a close eye on the other rebellions occuring in the United States, and the youtube video was no exception. ""communism is a flawed system, and its on its way out from the world. Thank goodness for that."" He said more to himself than the other officers in the headquarters. They rushed about, exchanging pieces of information with each other, discussing strategies. One of them approached Brigham. ""Commander Brigham, sir! I have an important report to make.""<br/><br/>""Yes?"" Brigham turned. ""Our attacks in Durham county have been completely stopped by Fed forces there. We have vague reports of heavy casualties, and it is likely the Feds will try to take advantage of this situation. I request that forces be deployed here to counter this possible threat.""<br/><br/>""No. First, send a small patrol to assess the situation and make casualty reports. We have roughly 500 men near there, do we not? Deploy 250 men to Durham county and all the nurses and doctors you can get from the hospitals."" Even though Brigham wasn't exactly the most compassionate man, he was still popular amongst his soldiers due to his leadership qualities and coolheadedness.<br/><br/>""Of course, sir. Would you like me to inform Goldworth of the meeting in two weeks time?"" The officer replied, saluting.<br/>""Yes, please. You are dismissed."" The officer departed the building, and Brigham opened his laptop again. He scanned the recent news in the US, which, of course, mainly concerned all the rebellions going on. There was a small mention of battles raging throughout North Carolina, and of course, of the Salvation Army's recent capture of Lee County."
15086,Fall of the U.S. RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324587,2014-12-24T12:49:00,Vichtander,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">6:00 P.M. Three Days After Presidential Surgery: Hospital of Austin, Texas</span><br/><br/><br/><br/>The hospital was quiet. Secret Service agents around every corner, seemingly unaware of the coming operation set forth by the small group of men. ""What floor is he on?"" inquired Marcus, seemingly caressing the Barret M82 sniper rifle. ""Well, if the secret service is anywhere near competent, they are keeping him on the top floor."" Whispered Raleigh, looking through the binoculars at the fortress of a hospital across the street. Each of the men had some of the best weaponry available to the navy SEALS at the time. FN MK17 SCAR's, FN MK20's, M249 5.56mm, and a Barret M82 .50 sniper rifle /w suppressor. Although they were retired, a majority of them were still only in their 30's.<br/>John's watch let out a quiet ring. ""Its time. Load up and safety's off."" Marcus started picking off the agents outside the entrance. The rest of the men crept down the stairs of the apartment building they were hiding in. Several agents raced outside when they heard the slight crack of the gun. ""Eight hostiles at the immediate entrance."" Marcus whispered on the comms. ""Drop em'"". Within the net few seconds three more agents were dead on the ground. ""Somethings jammed, I'm going to need some time."" The agents spotted him. The cover was blown, the hospital suddenly became alive as agents locked down the entrances. Raleigh began to throw orders left and right. "" Were going to have to rush now. Marcus, keep working on getting that gun unjammed. John, take three others and start towards the back, I'll take the rest of the men. Anyone with a gun thats wearing a black suit that hasnt already shot themselves is a target. You are cleared to fire at will."" The plan commenced, all men following their orders. The agents were dropping left and right. They slowly made their way towards the doors. ""Nevermind, dont go through the front doors."" He place a small explosive at the wall. As he pressed the button, dust and debris filled the air. All seemed to go silent as if the secret service were in shock. The men dashed through the door sized whole in the wall, dropping just about every agent that was coming their way. As they were storming through the lobby of the hospital, one of the men dropped to the ground. Raleigh rushed over to see who. It was John; there was a large whole in his neck, blood gushing. Raleigh knew they had to keep moving if they were to succeed in the operation. After a few more minutes of fighting, the ex-SEALS finally made it to the top floor. ""Quickly, find the President. Time is of the essence. We have to extract the president before the military arrives."" The fighting only slowed as the defenders seemingly got better equipped as they got closer to the president. They reached the presidential chamber. Raleigh approached him, nonchalantly saluting, ""Hello, Mr. President. I'm Raleigh McMillian; ex-Navy SEAL. These are my fellow soldiers. We're taking you back to South Carolina. We'll explain the rest on the way.""<br/>""Attention, package aquired, proceed to extraction."" The men rushed to the roof. When they arrived, Ellis lit a flare. A rental helocopter that was meant for tourists, arose from the smoke that plagued the area. It landed perfectly for the men to board. ""Lift and head towards the beach."" ""But we forgot about Marcus!"" The helo went back to the apartment to pick him up, but he was missing.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">7:12 P.M. Galveston, Texas: Beach shortly after extraction</span><br/>""Its about damn time you guys got back."" The loaded onto the boat and started back to South Carolina.<br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""https://encrypted-tbn3.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcT5uDNUCxCPSTFI3yd3dmbtauUmaBGPhakJc84e0NS0hB3uDjWY""/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">The Team About to enter the hospital</span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""https://encrypted-tbn1.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcRcNWv0qQ34nOSh1IfK-a673os7x13oNVq8MUx6TA5tD5yZrsrh""/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">The Team at Extraction from hospital</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Results:</span></span><span style=""font-style: italic"">The militia abducts the president from the hospital<br/> One SEAL K.I.A. -John<br/> One SEAL M.I.A. -Marcus<br/>Militia Arrives back at Cabin</span>"
15087,Fall of the U.S. RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324587,2014-12-24T14:52:00,New Napo France,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">At the White House Situation Room, May 25, 2016.</span><br/><br/>""So I have come up with an idea to get the President out. We have to contact the rebel group and ask what they want, then we set up a meeting, we will go to the meeting with the people they wish to come, but at the same time move troops into positions to assault the rebels if needed. We want the President alive of course, but lets face it he is not essential, he is only needed to keep the government from starting to collapse. Although if the President dies we are to have all of those rebels heads here ASAP."" Said Vice President Rick Nickles, who is currently in charge of the country. ""So lets get a move on people, come on, and also contact the rebels in Michigan, to tell them we can't respond to their threats currently.""<br/><br/>Results: The government attempts to contact the Ex-Navy Seals and Michigan rebels for the reasons above.<br/><br/>OOC: Ha, did this post on mobile."
15088,Fall of the U.S. RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324587,2014-12-24T16:18:00,Crhysthn,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">UNDISCLOSED LOCATION, MICHIGAN, 12PM</span><br/><br/>Eliza Karls chewed her lips, and furiously tapped the table with her fingers. ""They're not going to negotiate?""<br/>The messenger, a teenage boy of little more than fifteen, was visibly shaking. Sweat drenched his forehead, and he seemed to be having trouble standing, needing another guard to stand by him as he spoke. Nevertheless, he managed to speak clearly and concisely, despite his message. ""No, President Karls, I'm afraid not. The message we received -.""<br/>Karls slammed her fist down onto the table. ""Did they say why!""<br/>The Messenger boy gulped. ""No, that was undis-.""<br/>Ryan Holt, wearing a rifle thrown over his shoulder and a thick black suit despite the heat. ""Probably the President. He gets himself shot, and kidnapped, and now his Vice ain't got the balls to make any deals with us. What is the country coming to?"" He said with a chuckle.<br/>""It's falling to he pieces, like we want!"" Eliza stood up from the table, and walked over to the wall. ""Fuck!"" She slammed her fist through wooden wall. She pointed at the messenger with a bleeding hand. ""You! Out! Now!""<br/>The Messenger was gone in a puff of smoke.<br/>Eliza slumped back into her chair. At this rate, her teeth would be ground to nubs in days.<br/>""Now, I know your pissed. And you just wanna leave it all alone, but you don't have that luxury."" Said Holt, he sat on the table, looking down at his boss. ""You said they had twenty four hours or you'd kill them all. They've not done their side, so now you have to do what you need to do. Kill them.""<br/>Eliza knotted her hands together, running them through each other frantically. ""I don't want to give away my hand so freely.""<br/>""President, you don't have to, and you know it. You do have to show them you're serious."" Holt licked his lips. ""Kill everyone in certain buildings. Film it. Show it on youtube. Show them you're serious without losing your advantage. You'll still have thousands of hostages, but you're showing that we're not just some crazy college kids, we're an army. And we will be taken seriously.""<br/>Eliza ran her fingers along her cheeks. She opened her mouth, closed it hard, and opened it again. With her eyes wide and bloodshot, she sighed. ""The shopping mall. Everyone there. Now. And send envoys to North Carolina, and Massachusetts. I want to coordinate with our new neighbors. See if they are prepared for an alliance.""<br/>Holt stood up from the table. ""I'll get on it.""<br/>""And one more thing.""<br/>""Yes?""<br/>""Spare the children. Take them somewhere else. Hide them. But make it look like we killed them.""<br/>Holt nodded. ""Of course, President.""<br/><br/>Results: - A Shopping Mall in Detroit held by the N.C.R. is destroyed with seemingly every civilian inside.<br/>- Diplomats are sent to both the Salvation Army and United Colonies Group. Proposition for joint attacks."
15089,Fall of the U.S. RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324587,2014-12-24T19:56:00,Athron,"Why the yell would you attack the president,we need him to keep the country stable"" Gerald Herrick was furious,and now paced in front of the display screens. ""Relax Gerald,the attempt failed. The president lives.....we have more pressing matters to discuss. "" The figure quit speaking,and another picked up where he had left off, ""Uprisings are happening all over the country,we have decided,instead of sending troops to Texas,We will send them to North and South Carolina. A group of rebels calling themselves The Carolinian National Salvation Army. They've already taken multiple counties. They must be stopped.""<br/>Herrick was worried,it seemed that the other members had forgotten the mission. ""Do you all feel this way?"" It was unanimous , each figure felt that troops should be sent.<br/><br/>May /26/2016<br/>Seymour Johnson AFB,North Carolina<br/><br/>Commander Walker,leader of all UAP troops active in North Carolina,walked down the off-ramp of a Boeing C-17 Globemaster III. The UAP troops had just arrived at the Air base,and were now unloading the last bit of supplies.<br/>Walker went from the airstrip,to a small building, which was being used as a temporary command post. Walker entered the building and made his way to a large table in the center of room. The table was scattered with open folders and and large maps.<br/>""What's the status of our troops? are they on the move?"" asked walker. One of his officers responded, ""not yet sir,we are still waiting for the rest of the Recons teams to return. though we do have general idea of where the NCS is located."" The officer tapped a spot on one of the maps,"" This is Clayton,and we believe that this is where they have set up their headquarters."" Walker was happy to know where the enemy's base was,but if he was going to stop these rebels,then he needed that intel.<br/><br/>Results:<br/>Troops are no longer in route to Texas.<br/>Instead have been sent to both Carolinas.<br/>UAP forces are waiting on the last bits of intel."
15090,Fall of the U.S. RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324587,2014-12-24T21:48:00,Jeremy Beaver,"<span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Seattle Washington State</span><br/>Nixon Street Apartment Building 2nd Floor<br/><br/>A Man in the corner of a Room leaning back against a Wall in a Chair looks up to see the Door across from him in the Room open. The man says""Ah The Savior"" as he Looks John Kowalski in the Eye ""How are you Sean?"" The Savior Answers back. ""Better than ever Friend, Tell me how is your Organization doing?"" Says Sean. ""We're Expanding and that's all you need to know"" Says The Savior. ""Why the hostility? After all I am your only informant on how the Government here is doing."" Sean says with slight hint of Sarcasm, Something The Savior did not like. ""No you aren't my only Informant actually."" The Savior says while walking out of the Room, not closing the door behind him. ""Where are you going! Get back here!"" Sean yell's. The Savior walks out of the building and pulls out a old Cell Phone when he gets 2 and half Blocks away and calls a Number. The apartment he was just in Explodes<br/>Primarily around the 2nd floor The smoke could be seen for miles.<br/><br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Results</span><br/><br/>Evidence is found connecting this to the LCS<br/>Sean Peterman is Found dead. The Government let's the public know he was a Spy in the Organization.<br/>The Savior Sends a letter to the Mayor of Seattle Saying any attempts to spy on Him will End up looking like what happened that day.<br/>The LCS Become Infamous in Seattle."
15091,Fall of the U.S. RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324587,2014-12-25T11:18:00,Trunfio Republic,"Video clip sent to media:<br/><br/>[Camera turns on and begins recording] ""Once again it is I Logan Conners from the United Colonies Group. I just want everyone to now that most of south-eastern massachusetts is under my control. Plenty of towns and cities now under my leadership. But not enough, so I ask Mr. President and the government that you give me New England. We plan on working with our neighbors in Michigan to achieve our goals. I have ordered our troops to soon go out and capture us more territory."" [Conners pulls down map that is in back of him]<img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i57.tinypic.com/29zaq3d.jpg""/><br/>""This is the territory now in my hands. I will begin destroying important buildings and hostages soon if I don't get what I want. I am not bluffing. [Camera fades to black]"
15092,Fall of the U.S. RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324587,2014-12-25T11:41:00,Soviet Chernarus,"<span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Salvation Army HQ<br/>Clayton, Johnston County<br/>North Carolina</span></span><br/><br/>""Commander Brigham, representatives from the Michigan Communists have come to see you. I think they want to negotiate a possible alliance with the Salvation Army. Permission to let them in, sir?"" The officer said, staring at Brigham as he turned to face him.<br/>""Permission not granted. Escort the representatives to the abandoned neighborhood near here, then we can negotiate. Send Goldworth to represent the Salvation Army."" Brigham ordered, taking a sip out of his morning coffee. Why were the communists coming all the way here to negotiate an alliance? He wondered.<br/>""We have only one slight problem, Commander Brigham. Goldworth is currently somewhere in Lee County, inspecting his troops. He left two days ago."" The officer replied.<br/>""Damn that bastard,"" Brigham muttered to himself, ""then send Hesse to meet them. I don't care what he does, but tell him to be nice to those representatives.""<br/>The officer saluted ""It will be done, sir.""<br/>-5 minutes later-<br/>The representatives look at the door of the Salvation Army Headquarters as it opens, and out steps a tall, intimidating man, with a brown mustache and messy hair. His hard eyes shift to look at the representatives. He outstretches his hand, expecting them to shake it.<br/><br/>""Senior Commander Rudolf Hesse of the Carolinian National Salvation Army. I am here to represent the Salvation Army, and I am glad to be here with you."" His voice had a trace of an accent. ""And you people are?"" He inquired."
15093,Fall of the U.S. RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324587,2014-12-25T12:02:00,New Napo France,"OOC: So we need a date system become set up, look in the OOC thread to get my quick explanation and post on the OOC for questions about the date system."
15094,Fall of the U.S. RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324587&start=25,2014-12-25T16:43:00,Jeremy Beaver,"Seattle Washington<br/><br/>The Savior looks at reports made by Lieutenants. Most of them have missions to Expand the Network and get full grasp on the city. The reports the really catch his eye are Recruitment reports, mostly the Lieutenants would be recruiting People in slums and other areas but now since the LCS has become more popular people are Offering to join. People from Colleges and Skilled Workers who would offer more to the LCS. He then thought ""I must get the Public opinion of the people up so they will like us more and side with us instead of the Conservative.""<br/><br/>The Savior Sends word to his Second in Command Greg Franklin to try and get the Public to like the LCS More such actions to increase opinion would be things like Public Service and Propaganda. Maybe even Education to sway the young minds of Seattle. The second in Command then sends word to his Subordinates to Increase opinion with the Public. Greg knew that some people would not like this regardless of the LCS attempting to make them Like the LCS more.<br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Results</span><br/>The Public start to like the LCS More<br/>Police and government officials publicly harassed by Groups of people.<br/>Protests start Forming in seattle large enough for National Notice."
15095,Fall of the U.S. RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324587&start=25,2014-12-25T16:45:00,Crhysthn,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">North Carolina, May 26th</span><br/>""Good day to you, Commander Hesse."" Said a woman in a brown business suit as she curtseyed. The politeness of the event was invalidated somewhat by the two heavily armed guards behind her. ""I am Captain Michelle Sanders of the New Communist Republic, and I am here to talk to you about a joint military alliance. In order to control our respective territories, we will need to assist each other.<br/>""The Republic is already in talks with the United Colonies Group for joint defensive and offensive attacks against federal forces along the Mid-West / Eastern Border. Our plan is to fortify that border, a nice fall back place if the worst should happen. However, your army would make a good situation better. If you could head north through the Virginias and meet us the border between Ohio and Pennsylvania we have good chance of controlling a good portion of the United States, and having a staging point for any further attacks in our region. Of course, as part of the alliance, the Republic will assist you in any military operations you have. I do not speak for the UCG, but I'm sure that with some diplomatic talks we can come up with an alliance between all of us that they can agree with.<br/>""Let it be known that the NCR can be a good friend to you?<br/>""Obviously you will need to discuss this with you leader. If there is no problem, I will wait here to hear what he has to say.""<br/><br/>Meanwhile: - Another hostage building is being prepared for termination in Michigan."
15096,Fall of the U.S. RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324587&start=25,2014-12-25T18:12:00,Soviet Chernarus,"<blockquote><div><cite>Crhysthn <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324587&amp;p=22914668#p22914668"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">North Carolina, May 26th</span><br/> ""Good day to you, Commander Hesse."" Said a woman in a brown business suit as she curtseyed. The politeness of the event was invalidated somewhat by the two heavily armed guards behind her. ""I am Captain Michelle Sanders of the New Communist Republic, and I am here to talk to you about a joint military alliance. In order to control our respective territories, we will need to assist each other.<br/> ""The Republic is already in talks with the United Colonies Group for joint defensive and offensive attacks against federal forces along the Mid-West / Eastern Border. Our plan is to fortify that border, a nice fall back place if the worst should happen. However, your army would make a good situation better. If you could head north through the Virginias and meet us the border between Ohio and Pennsylvania we have good chance of controlling a good portion of the United States, and having a staging point for any further attacks in our region. Of course, as part of the alliance, the Republic will assist you in any military operations you have. I do not speak for the UCG, but I'm sure that with some diplomatic talks we can come up with an alliance between all of us that they can agree with. <br/> ""Let it be known that the NCR can be a good friend to you?<br/> ""Obviously you will need to discuss this with you leader. If there is no problem, I will wait here to hear what he has to say.""<br/><br/>Meanwhile: - Another hostage building is being prepared for termination in Michigan.</div></blockquote><br/>""I am sure that our leader will agree to this alliance between the NCR and the Salvation Army. But first, as a sign of goodwill between our two groups, I will escort you inside the headquarters,to a private room so we can discuss this alliance more, and to eat."" Commander Hesse stepped back inside, then lead them down a hallway into an empty room. Hesse sat down on a couch, then gestured for them to sit down as well. ""I am not certain that our troops will be able to arrive to the border between Ohio and Pennsylvania intact, as we will have to go through Fed-controlled areas, but I have some ideas. Unfortunately our leader, Commander Edward Brigham, is busy right now so he will not be able to come to this meeting."" Hesse explained."
15097,Fall of the U.S. RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324587&start=25,2014-12-25T18:13:00,Trunfio Republic,"Logan Conners held his head in his private study. No word from the government yet. An aid walked into the room updating Conners on all operations. Conners replied, ""Very well, begin sending our troops south into Cape Cod and the Islands. I also want one small town that rebels to be destroyed in order to send our message. Film the destruction and send it out. Monitor all government activity. By the way how fortified is Boston?"" The aid said, ""Its not good sir. All federal troops in the state are holding Boston and there is no way are forces could beat them right now."" Conners sighed and said, ""Dismissed!"" He looked around at his study in the secret base and thought, ""There are days when I really hate this job but the payoff could be huge."""
15098,Fall of the U.S. RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324587&start=25,2014-12-25T18:47:00,The United States of North Amerigo,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Oregon, Abandoned Airbase</span><br/>""What is god?"" Jeff asked the crowd below them.<br/><br/>""The only way."" Everyone else replied in unison.<br/><br/>""What is Jesus?"" He asked again<br/><br/>""The son of god!"" They replied moral filled in their voices as they screeched out, holding up their M16A2 rifles.<br/><br/>""and god is the way."" The priest finished. ""Gentlemen there is only one way to rebuild this land, all other lands have fallen apart but this one will not. Through god. Only through god."" He continued on. ""There are whole countries in ruins, the only way that we can save ourselves is that we work through the will of god. The whole world is screwed. Europe is facing an onslaught. The middle east has betrayed the lord and our savior and has paid the price. ISIS or ISIL marches through lands. claiming lives, killing and raping women, girls, goats."" There was some laughter in the room. ""We cannot end like them, the United States must be rebuilt on Jesus, and if we fail or die, then it is our time."" He finished.<br/><br/>""Lord Jesus I hope that you bless our journey and the lives that we take. Bless those souls that are killed in our crusade for you. In Jesus name, Amen"" He finished praying. ""Amen."" Also came out of the mouths of everyone else in the room. The room scattered as people started to realize that the message was over. Most of the troops headed to the armory to gather body armor and firearms, some troops stayed to repaint the American flags on their equipment with a Cross over the 50 stars.<br/><br/>""Hey, Jeff."" his wife Alexis approached him. ""How are things?"" She asked.<br/><br/>""Eh... Could be better."" He replied. ""I got bigots to my left and right.""<br/><br/>""What about the infidels to the north?"" She asked with a smile on her face.<br/><br/>""We'll hit the Seattle border tonight."" He looked at a Cessna 208 Prop plane."
15099,Fall of the U.S. RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324587&start=25,2014-12-25T18:56:00,New Napo France,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Presidential Situation Room, Washington DC, May 26, 2016.</span><br/><br/>The Secretary of Defence Linda Trent walks up to Rick Nickles as he is readying to address the President's advisors and tells him,"" I have a new plan to try and save the country from the havoc it is in.""<br/><br/>""Well tell it to everyone."" said Rick Nickles in a loud and powerful voice.<br/><br/>""Ok, everyone I have came up with the private expenditure plan where we let private companies pay off some of our expenditure and let them have some more freedom from our monopoly laws.(OOC: The huge companies, not the game.) This will allow for more MPs which I believe are very effective. Now on to another thing we must confront the Michigan and Carolina rebels, so I say for the Michigan rebels we pull back to defense positions near Chicago, north of Milwaukee, east of Duluth, west of Cleveland, north of Cincinnati, and at Buffalo. Now you are probably thinking, what Buffalo, well that brings us to our next subject we should call on Canada for help, they could attack the Michigan rebels in the Great Lakes and launch surgical strikes against them."" Linda said quite quickly so she could get through it without interruption.<br/><br/>The crowd gasped as they heard the plan, but many did agree at the end, even the Vice President who has been known as a Centralist.<br/><br/>Linda started again,"" For the rebels in the Carolinas well we must send in the real military not the MPs. So I say we send 50,000 military personnel and 10,000 new MPs to the region to let the 20,000 MPs that were fighting there rest a bit. Also we must engage in more costly fighting there to draw their manpower down."" After a brief pause Linda starts again,"" Now we should probably send troops northward to fortify Boston even more and we should also fortify Providence RI, Worcester MA, and Orleans, which is on Cape Cod. We cannot give up New England even if they slaughter innocents, but do not let that statement reach the ears of the public. Am I clear on that part? How about the other parts to the plan?""<br/><br/>The advisors mostly gave nods of approval, so Linda moved on. ""Here are my papers."" She shuffles a deck of papers and puts one in the projector the Vice President planned to use.<br/><br/>The document says:<br/>Active Personnel: 2,000,000<br/>New Reserved Personnel: 1,200,000<br/>New MP amount: 1,000,000<br/>Canadain Forces: 300,000 Plus Naval and Air Support<br/>New Total Forces: 4,500,000<br/><br/>The Vice President speaks up,"" where are you going to get these new soldiers? (OOC: The American military not the Canadian.)<br/><br/>""Oh you under estimate the amount of people who want to go into the military, but are rejected due to funds."" Responds Linda."" Well can we agree on this adv-oh the Presidential situation still has the top priority, of course."" Seeing her failure to remember that part of her speech, Linda quickly flees the Situation Room."
15100,Fall of the U.S. RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324587&start=25,2014-12-25T19:25:00,Jeremy Beaver,Seattle Washington State<br/><br/>The Savior was pleased with how well the LCS was growing they went from around Ten Thousand people to over 60k people The Savior began to plan to take the City. With military of the U.S else where dealing with Michigan and Texas. The Savior gets Ten thousand of his followers to march up to the City Capital building to Protest 100 of these people are secretly armed with Concealed UZI's disguising as the Protesters to kill any Government officials. The Savior was also In this crowed as he wasn't afraid of the Police showing up to name him self the Mayor of Seattle.<br/><br/>The Savior Felt they had enough opinion with the Public in Seattle that even the Police would help him. The March will start Soon
15101,Fall of the U.S. RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324587&start=25,2014-12-25T19:42:00,Conglomerate of Iron,"<span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">Mountain Country, Undisclosed Location, West Pennsylvania</span><br/><br/>Dagny Rothbard lit up her cigar. She was a beautiful woman of 42, a mature and powerful woman with an air of grace. She had run her oil company for nearly ten years now, making a fortune in the shale business. This whole government crackdown thing had really put a dent in her business plan, and their ridiculous taxation rates had pissed her off even more.<br/><br/>So now, she had her network set up. Anarchists all across Pennsylvania, and some in the surrounding states, now formed the ultimate black market. Oil, guns, drugs, food, alcohol, vehicles, military hardware, anything and everything was produced and traded. Even the Anarcho-Communists, normally not on speaking terms with Anarcho-Capitalists such as Dagny, had joined. Although they had small differences, they could both coexist, and hated government.<br/><br/>Currently, they were off the radar. However, Dagny had a plan to change a few things and it involved her AnCom friends....<br/><br/>She sat for a few more minutes smoking in her log cabin. She had lived out here for a while, personally overseeing certain details of her business. In addition, she ran the Anarchist Network from here, communicating with sympathizers everywhere.<br/><br/>She was dosing when a guard burst through the door with Jake, a lead AnCom spy.<br/><br/>""I hope you have good news for me,"" she said with a smile.<br/><br/>The guard stood at attention, and let Jake respond.<br/><br/>Jake was a tall Norwegian looking young man, around age 20. Sharp of wit, he was excellent at avoiding military police, and was a head courier for the Spy Network.<br/><br/>""Well, Ms. Rothbard, we have some significant advancements. Namely, the successful blackmailing of the governor. He understands the situation very well.""<br/><br/>She smiled. ""Excellent. I assume the speech will be on the news?""<br/><br/>""Yes.""<br/><br/>""We shall have an excellent night of drunken debauchery. Tell everyone to come Jake.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">Later that day....</span><br/><br/>The governor maintained a straight face. He knew what was at stake. He would be ruined if the word got out. And already, the Pennsylvania legislature was all but on the Anarchist's side. Every one of them, bribed or blackmailed.<br/><br/>""Hello people of Pennsylvania. I have come to tell you that from this day forward, due to the national emergency, the government of Pennsylvania will be privatizing roads, cutting taxes, privatizing liquor and the lottery, removing crippling regulations on businesses, and releasing non violent drug offenders, prostitutes, and gamblers from prison. We as a nation have far bigger issues to worry about than silly things such as these. We must focus on defense of the country, and no other issue is more important.""<br/><br/>He was quite nervous once he was off the camera. He knew the real reason for these issues. Already, those released prisoners were joining the anarchists in droves. Those regulations were harming anarchist business, and would net them more profit. The government of Pennsylvania's days were numbered."
15102,Fall of the U.S. RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324587&start=25,2014-12-25T19:57:00,Athron,"After the all the recon teams arrived,it was discovered that both North and South Carolina had rebels in it. So,the UAP would have to fight on two fronts,dividing their main forces. With all the Intel gathered,It was time for the UAP to begin their campaign.<br/>Since, the total number UAP forces in North Carolina was 200,000. About 100,000 would be used in North Carolina,while the rest waited at the airbase,and were prepped fro the eventually movement in to south Carolina.<br/><br/>May 26 2016<br/>From Goldsboro to Benson,NC, The UAP troops marched. The plan was march from Benson to Lillington,slowly taking back any land captured by the NCS. Then they would hit Sanford with full force,taking back one o the NCS's major victories.<br/>The march was led by Commander Walker. He had insisted on fighting with the main force,even though is officer's begged him to stay at the airbase. In his mind,leading the UAP army and stopping the rebels would put his name in the history books. Of course,this was just his way of dealing with sending his men into the grinder.<br/>The campaign would not be easy,but there were at least 100,000 more soldiers waiting at the airbase. If things got bad,Walker could call for reinforcements.<br/><br/>Results:<br/>UAP forces are on the move making their way to Sanford,NC<br/>Their numbers are about 100,000,with 100,000 more in reserve."
15103,Fall of the U.S. RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324587&start=25,2014-12-25T20:18:00,Conglomerate of Iron,"<span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">To The Salvation Army</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Encryption Level: Very High</span><br/><br/>You do not know who we are. You will not know who we are. But this message is a game changer for your war.<br/><br/>We are a faction in Pennsylvania who is interested in the overthrow of the very same enemy you are fighting. Preferably, their complete annihilation. We have large amounts of arms, ammunition, food, oil, and even some armored vehicles. We would be willing to give you large amounts of these supplies, as long as you follow a couple of rules:<br/><br/>1) You will not step foot in Pennsylvania.<br/>2) You will not kill innocent civilians.<br/><br/>Your reply is eagerly awaited. This is a secure electronic channel to exchange information.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">Sincerely Yours, DR</span>"
15104,Fall of the U.S. RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324587&start=25,2014-12-25T20:35:00,Jeremy Beaver,"Seattle Washington<br/><span style=""font-size: 85%; line-height: 116%;"">Out side City Capital Building</span><br/><br/>A crowd of Ten thousand is outside the Capital building Yelling and Swearing outside. Riot police are guarding outside keeping the crowed at bay which is slowly turning into a Riot. The riot police are outnumberd and with the 100 men also there with UZI's are Out Gunned. The Savior gave the word to open fire on the Riot Police, just as he gave word Gun fire was heard and some of Riot police Fell dead the others Ran away into the Building shattered by seeing there fellow Comrades suddenly<br/>die. The Wave of rioters ran up to the Building. Breaking windows and trying to break down the door. Eventually they succeed and the Savior who lead this Riot Takes over.<br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Result</span><br/>Some of The police start to Join LCS.<br/>The LCS take over throw the Government In the city.<br/>Propaganda Making the U.S look like they Abandoned Seattle<br/>Is spreading.<br/>LCS numbers Swell."
15105,Fall of the U.S. RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324587&start=25,2014-12-25T20:53:00,Athron,"May 26 2016<br/>Uploaded to the internet about three hours after UAP forces reach Benson,NC.<br/><br/>A line of Rebels are seen kneeling on a sidewalk,they appear beaten and bloodied. Two UAP soldiers stand guard,while another soldier paces in front of the rebels. ""How many NCS soldiers are in Sanford,"" it appeared that none of them were willing to tell him. ""Fine then,We have other ways of getting what we want."" The soldier quickly pulled out his pistol and shot one the rebels in the head. ""Now will anyone talk?""<br/>He ended up shooting five of the six rebels on the sidewalk. ""Fine .....I'll talk,just please don't kill me."" The soldier walked closer to the rebel. ""Sorry,friend,but we no longer need the information,"" and before the rebel could say a word,he was shot dead,left to bleed out on the sidewalk.<br/>The Video continues for sometime,until the holder is spotted. The few seconds of the video show six UAP soldiers charging the camera holder.<br/><br/>Results:<br/>The brutality of the UAP soldiers has been made pubic.<br/>They have already reached and captured Benson,and will soon move on to Lillington."
15106,Fall of the U.S. RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324587&start=25,2014-12-25T22:19:00,Crhysthn,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">North Carolina, 26th May</span><br/><br/>Captain Michelle nodded casually. “Whenever he is ready. I have been given order to remain until discussions have been finalised or I have been dismissed. We will gladly wait.”<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Detroit, Michigan, 27th May</span><br/><br/>Eliza Karls looked out over her city, tapping gently at the window. The NCR had a state. The Government had actually given in to her demands. It was<span style=""font-style: italic"">amazing</span>.<br/>Too amazing.<br/>“Holt! Come in here.” She yelled.<br/>Holt walked in, a smile that didn't quite reach his eyes.“A celebration? We have a state now, and we didn't have to kill all the hostages. That's something to celebrate.”<br/>“Is it?”<br/>His smile fell. ""No, no it really isn't. If they've given up on Michigan, than they've got something else planned.”<br/>“Have you been probing the borders?”<br/>“We've managed to get a little into Ohio, but not by much. The few trucks we had going to the Mid-West border have been destroyed. Captain Sanders is effectively cut off from us. The alliance can't go ahead as we had planned it.”<br/>Eliza sighed. She'd gotten what she had wanted. Maybe if she just sat still and didn't leave Michigan, the Republic could become a strong nation. But that was just a dream, there was no way the US was going to leave them alone. They needed to respect the alliance, and prepare for war. They were going to need troops.<br/>""Send scouts at in all directions. I want to know the exact extent of the borders they put around us. Re-purpose every police car and boat in Michigan, as well as the officers. If they don't cooperate, take their families hostage. We could use the additional equipment. And have the electricity stations been repaired yet?”<br/>“Not entirely, but we can use radios and speakers if you want to get everyone in the area to hear what you have to say.”<br/>“Good, call all stations in the area, I have a speech to make.”<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">A Broadcast on All Stations</span><br/><br/>“The US has abandoned you. If there was ever proof needed that the oligarchy doesn't care for you, than this is it. Detroit has been stomped on and ruined by capitalist devils. How many of you do not have food, or easy access to water? And now this, how many of you have lost jobs because the United States have given up on you. Join us, we will give you what you need to survive.<br/>“You may have seen the hostage crisis, you may thing the NCR are monsters, but we will do something that the US never did for you. We will care for you. We will give you food, and shelter, and water. In exchange these supplies, we ask only for your service in a NCR mandated field.<br/>“If one family member serves in the NCR military, than the entire family will be given shelter, food, and water.<br/>“Make the right decision.”<br/><br/>Results: - A fairly steady supply of new troops. An additional 10000 at the end of this post, with about another five hundred per post. These are not properly trained troops unfortunately, only about 10% would be considered useful in battle (mostly the police force),<br/>- A hold on initial alliance plans. Captain Sanders does not yet know about this.<br/>- An increase in military hardware.<br/>-We now know the whereabouts of Government forces."
15107,Fall of the U.S. RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324587&start=25,2014-12-25T23:38:00,The United States of North Amerigo,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">0114 Hours, May 27th 2016, Friday</span><br/>The men loaded up their various carbines and rifles as they put on the helmets on their wingsuits, the door the the Cessna 208 opened letting in a gust of wind from the outside. The pilot quickly put on his oxygen mask. He gave the thumbs up, the soldiers jumped out and glided as if they were flying squirrels.<br/><br/>""Go go go!"" The pilot radioed to the soldiers, they awkwardly made their way out the plane. The Cessna pilot then pulled down a HUD that was taken from an UH-1Y. ""Someone close that door!"" He transmitted through a radio. A soldier stationed on the plane dragged the machine gun mounted on it inside the plane. The gun was mounted on the door but like the door the gun was supposed to be dragged in order to shoot.<br/><br/>""Door closed."" He said as he dragged the door shut. He went up to a seat near the front and strapped himself as the Cessna plane banked right quickly. The CO-Pilot selected an AGM-114 Hellfire missile from the collection of missiles mounted on the right side of the plane.<br/><br/>""Looks like a Humvee down there, fire at it."" He ordered the gunner/co-pilot as the missile ripped off towards the ground. ""Taking fire!"" the pilot quickly realized a steady stream of tracer rounds was flying towards the Cessna. The co-pilot spotted an M6A2 shooting it's heavy 25mm rounds into the sky with no success.<br/><br/>""Do something!"" The Co-pilot yelled at the doorman, he took out his M79 grenade launcher firing it and reloading it. The wind screwed up the trajectory of some of the grenades but regardless some landed on the M6A2.<br/><br/>""Team Alpha 1-1, we're gonna have to pull out, we're seeing some Anti-Air units move in to the area."" They radioed.<br/><br/>""Copy that."" The team replied.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Meanwhile on the ground....</span><br/>The soldiers took off their wingsuits, luckily they packed their body armor under it, but they would have to keep their helmets on. The men advanced north for five minutes encountering several fences they cut through. Their mission? Set a Fuel Air Explosion Bomb to clear a path for infantry and reserve tanks that had been captured. As well as infantry. Soon however they found the bridge, a much bigger target.<br/><br/>""Set the bomb here."" the leader said<br/><br/>""What about the tanks?"" Another person asked.<br/><br/>""They're not crossing this bridge."" He lied, he just wanted to blow up the bridge to screw with the government forces. ""Set up some IEDs behind us, if someone discovers our tracks..."""
15108,Fall of the U.S. RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324587&start=25,2014-12-26T00:17:00,Jeremy Beaver,"BroadCast on All Stations<br/><br/>""Hello everyone, You may know me and you may not. I am The Savior I have freed the City of Seattle from the Conservative Menace and I am controlling now. I ask that Other Factions ally themselves with me to further my Goals to control Washington State. You may ask your self, Why should I help the LCS control Washington? Well the answer is simple. To free one more state From this Vile Union in return, I will help you Further your Goals. I await your Response fellow Freedom Fighters.""<br/><br/>Washington State, Seattle at a Local Radio station.<br/><br/>""Do you think we will get allies sir?"" Said a young Lieutenant ""We may or may not, Time will tell friend"" The Savior said. Inside how ever The Savior was scared he didn't know what to do from here. Possibly he should Consolidate power and take other Cities? He had to get a Status report."
15109,Fall of the U.S. RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324587&start=25,2014-12-26T00:57:00,Conglomerate of Iron,"<blockquote><div><cite>Jeremy Beaver <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324587&amp;p=22917743#p22917743"">wrote</a>:</cite>BroadCast on All Stations <br/><br/>""Hello everyone, You may know me and you may not. I am The Savior I have freed the City of Seattle from the Conservative Menace and I am controlling now. I ask that Other Factions ally themselves with me to further my Goals to control Washington State. You may ask your self, Why should I help the LCS control Washington? Well the answer is simple. To free one more state From this Vile Union in return, I will help you Further your Goals. I await your Response fellow Freedom Fighters.""<br/><br/>Washington State, Seattle at a Local Radio station.<br/><br/>""Do you think we will get allies sir?"" Said a young Lieutenant ""We may or may not, Time will tell friend"" The Savior said. Inside how ever The Savior was scared he didn't know what to do from here. Possibly he should Consolidate power and take other Cities? He had to get a Status report.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">To The LCS</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Very High Encryption</span><br/><br/>You do not know who we are. You will not know who we are. But this message is a game changer for your war.<br/><br/>We are a faction in Pennsylvania who is interested in the overthrow of the very same enemy you are fighting. Preferably, their complete annihilation. We have large amounts of arms, ammunition, food, oil, and even some armored vehicles. We would be willing to give you large amounts of these supplies, as long as you follow a couple of rules:<br/><br/>1) You will not step foot in Pennsylvania.<br/>2) You will not kill innocent civilians.<br/><br/>Your reply is eagerly awaited. This is a secure electronic channel to exchange information.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">From DR</span>"
15110,Fall of the U.S. RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324587&start=25,2014-12-26T01:04:00,Jeremy Beaver,"<blockquote><div><cite>Conglomerate of Iron <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324587&amp;p=22917972#p22917972"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Jeremy Beaver <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324587&amp;p=22917743#p22917743"">wrote</a>:</cite>BroadCast on All Stations <br/><br/>""Hello everyone, You may know me and you may not. I am The Savior I have freed the City of Seattle from the Conservative Menace and I am controlling now. I ask that Other Factions ally themselves with me to further my Goals to control Washington State. You may ask your self, Why should I help the LCS control Washington? Well the answer is simple. To free one more state From this Vile Union in return, I will help you Further your Goals. I await your Response fellow Freedom Fighters.""<br/><br/>Washington State, Seattle at a Local Radio station.<br/><br/>""Do you think we will get allies sir?"" Said a young Lieutenant ""We may or may not, Time will tell friend"" The Savior said. Inside how ever The Savior was scared he didn't know what to do from here. Possibly he should Consolidate power and take other Cities? He had to get a Status report.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">To The LCS</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Very High Encryption</span><br/><br/>You do not know who we are. You will not know who we are. But this message is a game changer for your war.<br/><br/>We are a faction in Pennsylvania who is interested in the overthrow of the very same enemy you are fighting. Preferably, their complete annihilation. We have large amounts of arms, ammunition, food, oil, and even some armored vehicles. We would be willing to give you large amounts of these supplies, as long as you follow a couple of rules:<br/><br/>1) You will not step foot in Pennsylvania.<br/>2) You will not kill innocent civilians.<br/><br/>Your reply is eagerly awaited. This is a secure electronic channel to exchange information.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">From DR</span></div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">In Reply to Faction </span><br/><br/>We accept this Alliance but do not Cross troops into Washington<br/>I have a plan for this but I will not disclose it too you.<br/><br/>The Savior"
15111,Fall of the U.S. RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324587&start=25,2014-12-26T07:31:00,Conglomerate of Iron,"<blockquote><div><cite>Jeremy Beaver <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324587&amp;p=22918014#p22918014"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Conglomerate of Iron <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324587&amp;p=22917972#p22917972"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">To The LCS</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Very High Encryption</span><br/><br/>You do not know who we are. You will not know who we are. But this message is a game changer for your war.<br/><br/>We are a faction in Pennsylvania who is interested in the overthrow of the very same enemy you are fighting. Preferably, their complete annihilation. We have large amounts of arms, ammunition, food, oil, and even some armored vehicles. We would be willing to give you large amounts of these supplies, as long as you follow a couple of rules:<br/><br/>1) You will not step foot in Pennsylvania.<br/>2) You will not kill innocent civilians.<br/><br/>Your reply is eagerly awaited. This is a secure electronic channel to exchange information.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">From DR</span></div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">In Reply to Faction </span><br/><br/>We accept this Alliance but do not Cross troops into Washington <br/>I have a plan for this but I will not disclose it too you.<br/><br/>The Savior</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">To The LCS</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Very High Encryption</span><br/><br/>Excellent. Washington shall be yours.<br/><br/>Initial shipments of AK-47's and ammunition will now be carried out. You will be receiving both hollow point and armor piercing ammunition, with enough to equip most of your force. In addition, you will receive basic body armor, enough to stop most common rifle rounds.<br/><br/>Your first shipment of armored vehicles will constitute of 20 Humvees, armored and with machine guns, and 5 IFVs, armed with chain guns and Anti Armor rockets.<br/><br/>The ammunition and guns will be provided by the end of the week as they get to you through secure back channels, and the vehicles will get to you in a few more days, as they are a bit more.... conspicuous.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">Good Luck My Friend,<br/>Sincerely, DR</span>"
15112,Fall of the U.S. RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324587&start=25,2014-12-26T12:26:00,Soviet Chernarus,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Message to Pennsylvania""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Owing to the recent developments we have been authorized by Commander Brigham to accept your terms, in exchange for these supplies and weapons. Our roughest estimates suggest around 100,000 troops, all belonging to the UAP, or United America Party. Our own forces will number around 50,000, and if we are able to arm them all, we will be able to stand a chance against them. While we appreciate this offer in helping us fight the enemy, we request that these supplies be sent immediately. The UAP is approaching our headquarters in North Carolina, and we are doing the best we can to hold them off.</div></div></div><br/>---<br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Salvation Army HQ<br/>Clayton, Johnston County<br/>North Carolina</span></span><br/><br/>There was the sound of yelling outside the room, and urgent knocks on the door as Hesse stood up, obviously annoyed. He opened the door, seeing a soldier, who straightened up, saluting. Hesse glared at him. ""What is the reason for this?""<br/>""Sir, we've got reports. The situation is getting even more worse than before. The UAP has arrived - with 100,000 men."" Hesse's eyes widened . ""100,000 men? What the hell are they trying to play at? First the Feds, now the UAP.""<br/><br/>""Yes, but we still have hope. We're still planning this out, but it seems that an unknown organization has offerred to give us supplies and weapons; of course, with several terms."" The officer replied. ""Our recruitment programs have also been a success, and we think we can have about 60-70,000 men in a month.""<br/><br/>""Well, we must keep our guard up. Tell all the Salvation Army troops to hold them back, even if it costs them their lives. And get Brigham!""<br/><br/>""Understood, sir""<br/><br/>Hesse turned. ""i think that things will get disastrous for us soon enough. But never mind that. I apologize for the disturbances. The food will be here shortly, as well as Brigham."""
15113,Fall of the U.S. RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324587&start=25,2014-12-26T12:29:00,Trunfio Republic,"UCG Command Central<br/><br/>Logan Conners walks up to the podium in the center of the room as his closest advisors gather in front of him. Technicians on the far side of the room turn around from their work stations to listen. ""Ladies and gentleman"", Conners began,""I have a plan on how we can win Cape Cod!"" [Map appears as a projector screen falls from the celling]<br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i61.tinypic.com/2ez5itk.png""/><br/>""If you take a look at the map behind me, the pink is all the land in Cape Cod held in enemy hands and the red is Orleans which is held by Federal troops."" [New image appears on screen]<br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i62.tinypic.com/54si2r.png""/><br/>Conners begins to explain, ""Our new plan is we continue to move about 10k soldiers throughout the Cape getting closer to Orleans represented on the map by the yellow. We will recruit more people along the way probably increasing that force to 15k by the time it reaches Orleans. A side note our military has increased from 15k to 20k and will probably hit 30k in total by the end of the Cape War. Now since most of the Federal forces are locked up in Fort Orleans, it should be easy to get the territory surrounding it. The small resistance our men will face will simply be tiny local militias. Once our troops can reach Orleans we will tell them to sit and wait. Meanwhile we will load all of our ships with 5k troops and land them on the north side of Orleans which is represented by the light blueish purple. When they make it to Orleans we order a full scale attack from both sides, surround them, and take Fort Orleans!"" People sat around with their mouths hanging open and soon they began to clap. Conners barked, ""All right everyone back to work now! Begin organizing the military to start the plan tonight. I will be holding a strategy meeting with my closest advisors to setup everything up at 3 PM. Questions anyone? Alright then let's do this!"" Papers flew around as people ran around the room. Conners said one last thing to his closest advisor, ""Contact the Anarchist Alliance and see if we can strike up an alliance with them. We need as many friendlies as we can get."""
15114,Fall of the U.S. RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324587&start=25,2014-12-26T13:37:00,Conglomerate of Iron,"<blockquote><div><cite>Soviet Chernarus <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324587&amp;p=22921183#p22921183"">wrote</a>:</cite><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Message to Pennsylvania""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Owing to the recent developments we have been authorized by Commander Brigham to accept your terms, in exchange for these supplies and weapons. Our roughest estimates suggest around 100,000 troops, all belonging to the UAP, or United America Party. Our own forces will number around 50,000, and if we are able to arm them all, we will be able to stand a chance against them. While we appreciate this offer in helping us fight the enemy, we request that these supplies be sent immediately. The UAP is approaching our headquarters in North Carolina, and we are doing the best we can to hold them off.</div></div></div><br/>---<br/>[spoiler=150]<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Salvation Army HQ<br/>Clayton, Johnston County<br/>North Carolina</span>[/size]<br/><br/>There was the sound of yelling outside the room, and urgent knocks on the door as Hesse stood up, obviously annoyed. He opened the door, seeing a soldier, who straightened up, saluting. Hesse glared at him. ""What is the reason for this?"" <br/>""Sir, we've got reports. The situation is getting even more worse than before. The UAP has arrived - with 100,000 men."" Hesse's eyes widened . ""100,000 men? What the hell are they trying to play at? First the Feds, now the UAP.""<br/><br/>""Yes, but we still have hope. We're still planning this out, but it seems that an unknown organization has offerred to give us supplies and weapons; of course, with several terms."" The officer replied. ""Our recruitment programs have also been a success, and we think we can have about 60-70,000 men in a month.""<br/><br/>""Well, we must keep our guard up. Tell all the Salvation Army troops to hold them back, even if it costs them their lives. And get Brigham!"" <br/><br/>""Understood, sir""<br/><br/>Hesse turned. ""i think that things will get disastrous for us soon enough. But never mind that. I apologize for the disturbances. The food will be here shortly, as well as Brigham.""</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">To Salvation Army</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Very High Encryption</span><br/><br/>Roger that. Supplies, consisting of AK-47s, ammuntion, body armor, and food and fuel will begin to be delivered through secure channels immediately.<br/><br/>In addition, we will be sending 30 humvees, armed with machine guns, and armored. To supplement these vehicles, there will also be 5 IFVs equipped with chain guns and anti armor rockets.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">Best of Luck,<br/>DR</span>"
15115,Fall of the U.S. RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324587&start=25,2014-12-26T15:25:00,Jeremy Beaver,"The Battle Of Washington State<br/><br/>""Here's the situation, we're pretty much surrounded but we have received supply from Outside Forces and expecting more on the way, what I want is to Expand outside with as little Loss as Possible, what were going to do is use Propaganda and our Military force."" The Savior explains. ""Well what do we about other Faction haves?"" Says The Second in Command. ""The other Factions are either too far away or Don't know we exist. They should if they have seen a News Channel"" Explains The Savior<br/><br/><br/>The Savior Put's down a Map of Washington State and Points at Seattle, ""We need to Go South to Olympia and North and West to Secure the Canadian Border and the Idaho Border. I want To send troops North and West to Spread Propaganda and Take territory. 1 Army for each Direction made of 10,000 of our Military Personnel. We will deal with Olympia later but send 1 Person to keep an Eye on them There as a Spy""."
15116,Fall of the U.S. RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324587&start=25,2014-12-26T15:40:00,Conglomerate of Iron,"<span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">To the UCG</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Very High Encryption</span><br/><br/>You do not know who we are. You will not know who we are. But this message is a game changer for your war.<br/><br/>We are a faction in Pennsylvania who is interested in the overthrow of the very same enemy you are fighting. Preferably, their complete annihilation. We have large amounts of arms, ammunition, food, oil, and even some armored vehicles. We would be willing to give you large amounts of these supplies, as long as you follow a couple of rules:<br/><br/>1) You will not step foot in Pennsylvania.<br/>2) You will not kill innocent civilians.<br/><br/>Your reply is eagerly awaited. This is a secure electronic channel to exchange information.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">Sincerely, DR</span>"
15117,Fall of the U.S. RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324587&start=25,2014-12-26T15:50:00,Trunfio Republic,"<blockquote><div><cite>Conglomerate of Iron <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324587&amp;p=22922653#p22922653"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">To the UCG</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Very High Encryption</span><br/><br/>You do not know who we are. You will not know who we are. But this message is a game changer for your war.<br/><br/>We are a faction in Pennsylvania who is interested in the overthrow of the very same enemy you are fighting. Preferably, their complete annihilation. We have large amounts of arms, ammunition, food, oil, and even some armored vehicles. We would be willing to give you large amounts of these supplies, as long as you follow a couple of rules:<br/><br/>1) You will not step foot in Pennsylvania.<br/>2) You will not kill innocent civilians.<br/><br/>Your reply is eagerly awaited. This is a secure electronic channel to exchange information.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">Sincerely, DR</span></div></blockquote><br/><br/>We will follow all rules. Please tell me what supplies I can have. I'm in the process of fighting at Orleans, Cape Cod against a substantial force of Federal troops."
15118,Fall of the U.S. RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324587&start=25,2014-12-26T15:56:00,Conglomerate of Iron,"<blockquote><div><cite>Trunfio Republic <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324587&amp;p=22922745#p22922745"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Conglomerate of Iron <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324587&amp;p=22922653#p22922653"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">To the UCG</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Very High Encryption</span><br/><br/>You do not know who we are. You will not know who we are. But this message is a game changer for your war.<br/><br/>We are a faction in Pennsylvania who is interested in the overthrow of the very same enemy you are fighting. Preferably, their complete annihilation. We have large amounts of arms, ammunition, food, oil, and even some armored vehicles. We would be willing to give you large amounts of these supplies, as long as you follow a couple of rules:<br/><br/>1) You will not step foot in Pennsylvania.<br/>2) You will not kill innocent civilians.<br/><br/>Your reply is eagerly awaited. This is a secure electronic channel to exchange information.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">Sincerely, DR</span></div></blockquote><br/><br/>We will follow all rules. Please tell me what supplies I can have. I'm in the process of fighting at Orleans, Cape Cod against a substantial force of Federal troops.</div></blockquote><br/>Over the next few days you will recieve AK-47s, ammunition, and body armor, enough to outfit your entire force.<br/><br/>In addition, you will recieve 25 heavily armed and armored humvees, and 5 IFVs. The humvees will have mounted machine guns and the IFVs will have chain guns and anti armor rockets.<br/><br/>Best of luck,<br/><br/>DR"
15119,Fall of the U.S. RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324587&start=50,2014-12-26T16:23:00,Arcanda,"Several days had passed since the takeover of southern and western Texas.Despite small pockets of resistance in some towns, the operation went down smoothly.By now, the majority of the cities at which the attacks were aimed were secured.However, the LFT didn't advance, and this prompted the UAC to get troops to somewhere east.However, after the President was wounded during a speech and after the Governor was found dead after the missed attack, Texas was empty, and devoid of any leader.<br/><br/>In the areas kept under LFT control, which are Galveston, Laredo, Del Rio and El Paso, minimal order was provided by some rag-tag popular militias and the remnants of the local police, but it was mostly anarchy.However, death penalty had been reintroduced in its most barbaric manner; which is hanging.Although some people began to loot, they were soon found and killed.<br/><br/>While 5,000 trained men are now guarding El Paso, several bombers have been sent to Austin.Their targets include police stations, post offices, and major communication centers as well as power grids.If the attacks are carried out successfully, Austin would be under LFT control by tomorrow night."
15120,Fall of the U.S. RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324587&start=50,2014-12-26T16:52:00,Conglomerate of Iron,"Pennsylvania was changing for the better.<br/><br/>The state no longer enforced taxation, regulation, or any sort of law.<br/><br/>In the wake of government, local economies EXPLODED. Production of goods of all kinds rapidly increased, and unemployment shrank to less than 1%.<br/><br/>Law and order was being kept by local sheriffs, militias, and private defense companies, all of whom were fair and just in their law.<br/><br/>Rothbard Industries rapidly expanded, with oil, weapons, and mercenary programs growing exponentially.<br/><br/>Some of these developments brought the attention of federal agents, particularly when irregularities in tax flow became apparent.<br/><br/>These agents were silenced.<br/><br/>The Anarchist Alliance knew that soon the feds would recognize what was happening. Already, the expanding militia and mercenary forces were being trained and equipped.<br/><br/>Trained mercenaries numbered in at 50,000.<br/><br/>Militias were immense, and numbered at nearly 200,000.<br/><br/>Armored forces numbered in at 50 tanks, 129 IFVs, and various Humvees and light armored vehicles.<br/><br/>Air forces are currently limited to scout planes and light helicopters. Heavier forces currently under development.<br/><br/>Defenses were being prepared at major cities and industrial zones including Pittsburgh, Reading, Philadelphia, Erie, Harrisburg, and farm country.<br/><br/>The port of Wilmington, being a major port and PA's outlet to the outside world, was having sleeper cells of mercs being deployed. An army of 10,000 mercenaries supported by 30,000 militia within and without the city would soon take it and fortify it.<br/><br/>Soon the anarchist flag would fly high over all of PA."
15121,Fall of the U.S. RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324587&start=50,2014-12-26T17:06:00,Trunfio Republic,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Just South of Orleans</span><br/>Troops begin to surround the area outside Fort Orleans. As night falls the Commander tells everyone they will attack at dawn. The men fall asleep riffles at their side…<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Just North of Orleans</span><br/>The troops were exhausted after fighting beach forces when they landed at the tip of Cape Cod. They now approached the big fort in awe. Their Commander ordered them to sleep that night and attack at the crack of dawn."
15122,Fall of the U.S. RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324587&start=50,2014-12-26T17:48:00,New Napo France,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Conversation on secure channel between the Secretary of Defence Linda Trent and Secretary of Homeland Security Paul Gibson. May 30, 2016.</span><br/><br/>""Paul, the Vice isn't playing this game of rebellion correctly and we need to find a way to...get him out of office. I was thinking we have him taken out by a mercenary group, in turn we give them what they want within reason, of course."" Suggested Linda nervously as she made sure no one was around.<br/><br/>""Yes, he must be taken out, but by mercenaries, and ones inside the country! I think we could do it our selves."" Replied Paul as he to checked around himself for eavesdroppers.<br/><br/>""No, we must make sure it is done right.""<br/><br/>""What of the other th-""<br/><br/>""Yes I will make sure of that.""<br/><br/>""Choose carefully then."" Paul then hung up suddenly.<br/><br/>""I will.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">At the meeting of assassination, May 31, 2016.</span><br/><br/>""We have all decided our parts and such before you arrived, Mr. Gibson."" Uttered Linda as Paul entered the room.<br/><br/>""Well that is good, but what are our moves after the...assassination."" Replied Paul as he sat in his chair.<br/><br/>Linda gasps under her breathe and responds,""I thought we would talk about that on a later date, but if you wish to know I was planning to send guerrilla teams of real military personnel into Pennsylvania to combat the mercenaries there, unless they do the assassination for us. I also thought we would pull men out of the Carolinas because of the UAP movements. We should also sen-""<br/><br/>""Don't get ahead of yourself, does everyone agree."" A fury of yes and yup came from the crowd seconds later.<br/><br/>""Well like I was saying, we should send MPs to Oregon to try and combat the new rebel group there. Also troops should head to Washington State to stop the rebellions there. Does everyone agree on that matter."" Much agreement came from the group so she continued."" The last movement we should do is set up radio stations that act as listening posts. We must not let any rebels know about them so I want them secretly guarded, with top notch soldiers, and I want them trashed if the enemy get close.""<br/><br/>The crowd sung with happiness as they heard the idea and wished for it to become stressed as a program immediately.<br/><br/>Results: A call for mercenaries to assassinate the Vice President is sent out to all rebels groups in secret. Plans for after the assassination are made in secret and listening posts are set up secretly all over the country."
15123,Fall of the U.S. RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324587&start=50,2014-12-26T17:53:00,The United States of North Amerigo,"""3..2..1... Detonate!"" Boom the bridge went as an explosion engulfed both sides of the bridges, the special forces watched safely from a Bell 206 helicopter. ""Beautiful."" The co-pilot said.<br/><br/>""Okay let's get out of here, the colonel wouldn't have allowed that, but then he realized that cutting off the bridge could also cut off logistics for the LCS and Government forces."" The pilot continued. ""Also, there's a land border and our tanks can just cross that."" The bridge caved in on itself in a spectacular fashion as any vehicles on it burned.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">1st Path Mechanized Division, 0439 Hours (4:39 AM)</span><br/>The 1st Mechanized division was the main tank and IFV/APC division of the Glorious Path. Most of it was just made up of infantry, first generation Abrams tanks, M60A5 tanks, M113s, and oddly they decided to throw in some private helicopters. Mostly, however, it was just trucks with high caliber guns on them and Humvees. All of this was cheaper than the much more expensive government equipment of course, but it meant more poorly equipped. The convoy was halfway across the line when... boom.<br/><br/>""Halt halt halt!"" The lead tank stopped in front of a blown up armored personnel carrier. It was an M1126 Stryker, reduced to an empty husk. The wheels faced upwards towards the sky. The main body burnt out, and the gun drooping downwards, the barrel chewed off.. ""Do we have a bomb squad?"" The leader asked.<br/><br/>""Affirmative sir..."" Several men with no EOD suits hopped out of an M113 APC and took out metal detectors. They scanned across the ground, one soldier stood at the back of them, carrying an M16A2 rifle. He served as a rear guard in case it was an ambush. ""There's no IEDs here..."" The squad leader concluded.<br/><br/>""Okay, hop back in your vehicles, back on the road to Seattle!"" The convoy commander yelled throughout the radio, the men cheered in response. ""On the road again."" The commander began to sing as his Abrams tank started back up, avoiding the wreckage of the stryker."
15124,Fall of the U.S. RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324587&start=50,2014-12-26T18:03:00,Jeremy Beaver,"Washington State, Seattle<br/><br/>Mass recruitment is on going currently and Propaganda can be seen on the Streets for Miles. The current Total strength of the LCS has risen from around 60k to around 124k with 100k Going into the Military of the LCS and 24k into places like Propaganda and Recruitment aswell as Fund raising. Many Armored Vehicles have been captured from the Army and Police, Such as 25 Police SWAT vans and 10 U.S Army Bradley IFV's. LCS Members are now trying to Locate Air Vehicles in and outside the City.<br/><br/>LCS 1st Group<br/><br/>The LCS 1st Group was assigned to go outside the city to Spread news and Propaganda and Capture Land mostly to the North. 10,000 Personnel were assigned to this Group Using AK-47 assault rifles and Wearing Body Armor Capable to stop most Rifle Rounds. They would be Marching through Towns and Villages. The LCS 2nd Group would also be doing the same thing But going South.<br/><br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Results</span><br/><br/>Atleast 20k LCS Armed personnel would be out side the city of Seattle Marching to Other Towns to Spread word and Propaganda to Get Recruits.<br/>The LCS are Known throughout the Country by Liberals as Savior's.<br/>LCS Numbers Swell to 124k and keep Growing from there."
15125,Fall of the U.S. RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324587&start=50,2014-12-26T18:07:00,Soviet Chernarus,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Broadcast in North Carolina</span></span><br/><br/>""It is obvious that, with the government failing to keep the country together, that they are not capable of leading over us. The federal government has become too powerful, and due to this the Carolinian National Salvation Army seeks to unite both Carolinas. You have seen the cruelty of the United America Party, whom discriminately killed our captured unarmed soldiers. We, the members of the Carolinian National Salvation Army, shall liberate the Carolinas from the boot of the UAP and the government, and are always open to volunteers. The tide is turning against the government- all I ask is that, as fellow North Carolinians, support our aims and help fight for our freedom!""<br/>---<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Sanford, Lee County<br/>North Carolina</span></span><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://blogs.houstonpress.com/news/westoUSEpen042713-thumb-560x336.jpg""/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The blurred image of an explosion in a Sanford neighborhood. Even though the Feds had been repelled from Sanford, the new UAP arrivals, outnumbering the Carolinian rebels, quickly pushed the rebels back to Sanford</span><br/><br/>Rouhgly 1500 rebel soldiers desperately tried to hold back the numerically superior UAP forces as they retreated, occasionally turning to fire a few shots at their pursuers. Two captured Humvees followed the retreating rebels, weaving through shell holes and piles of rubble. One of them suddenly exploded, flinging burning shards of metal, leaving only the smoking, burning carcass. A body writhed in the flames, screaming in agony until it finally collapsed. While Brigham had vaguely promised ""help"" for the troops, it seemed as if all hope was lost, and morale quickly plummeted. However, after seeing the UAP's cruelty towards captured soldiers, many, rather than give themselves over to an enemy that would kill them, chose to desert. However, the main group of Salvation Army soldiers, inspired by their commanders speeches, resolved to fight on. While their officers were conducting a retreat, they were also fighting back, hoping to inflict as many casualties as possible before withdrawing from Sanford."
15126,Fall of the U.S. RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324587&start=50,2014-12-26T18:10:00,Trunfio Republic,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Secure Communication sent to Linda Trent</span><br/><br/>Logan Conners is sitting at his desk. He begins his speech, ""So it appears you need your Vice-President taken out and we will do it...for a price. This time I won't request all of New England, no this time instead I want something else. Pull your troops out of Boston and the Vice-President will be taken care of. If you need other jobs done I'll do them if you pull troops out of Providence. Well that's my offer on the table. I will await your response eagerly. Until then farewell.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Transmission ends abruptly</span>"
15127,Fall of the U.S. RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324587&start=50,2014-12-26T19:10:00,Crhysthn,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Detroit, Michigan</span><br/><br/>Eliza Karls stood in front of her most trusted advisors, taking deep, slow breathes to keep her calm. Professionally, she put her notes on the table and handed them out to her chief of staff.<br/>""We need to begin our war. The feds have given us plenty of room to manuevre, but it's hardly going to last us very long, not when we need resources. So, here's our plan.<br/>""Begin the evacuation of the children from the city and the creation of the communes in the North of the Republic. We can make food production and keep them away from any bombing raids on the cities.<br/>""Next, we must turn Detroit into a forge. Ration oil, and break up cars and disused buildings. I want everything that can be converted into military hardware to be converted. We need trucks, planes, and boats. A lot of boats.<br/>""The families of the children evacuated will work in the construction, or the military. They will, because we'll have their children. They won't want us to hurt them."" Eliza wiped her forehead with a handkerchief.<br/>""And finally, send 8000 soldiers to positions to the South of Lake Michigan. Another 4000 to thirty miles above the US defensive lines. Hold as many of the remained of our soldiers near Detroit. We will begin the war within the week.""<br/><br/>Results: - 50000 new recruits, though only 10000 can be used in the traditional military sense.<br/>- The Communes are being built in the North of the state, for farming. And their protection of course.<br/>- Large scale conversion of vehicles to military hardware.<br/>- Large scale movements of troops towards the defense positions."
15128,Fall of the U.S. RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324587&start=50,2014-12-26T19:27:00,Jeremy Beaver,Near a Enemy Convoy of troops and Armor Possibly another Faction.<br/><br/><br/>6 LCS Soldiers are Lying Prone on the Ground on top a Small cliff side Looking at a Road with a passing by Enemy Convoy on it. The Lieutenant leading the Squad with his Binoculars trys to Look for away to Stop the Convoy. They were on a road that had a all most Direct route to the City Seattle. The Lieutenant Orders to concentrate all Fire on a Truck in front of the Rest.<br/><br/>Sudden Cracks of AK-47 Fire Fill the Area and the Truck is under Immense fire by the LCS Squad. The then Lieutenant Orders to Fall back into the Forest Behind them.
15129,Fall of the U.S. RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324587&start=50,2014-12-26T19:54:00,The United States of North Amerigo,"<blockquote><div><cite>Jeremy Beaver <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324587&amp;p=22924572#p22924572"">wrote</a>:</cite>Near a Enemy Convoy of troops and Armor Possibly another Faction.<br/><br/><br/>6 LCS Soldiers are Lying Prone on the Ground on top a Small cliff side Looking at a Road with a passing by Enemy Convoy on it. The Lieutenant leading the Squad with his Binoculars trys to Look for away to Stop the Convoy. They were on a road that had a all most Direct route to the City Seattle. The Lieutenant Orders to concentrate all Fire on a Truck in front of the Rest.<br/><br/>Sudden Cracks of AK-47 Fire Fill the Area and the Truck Suddenly stops from its driver being Hit. The fire continues on and the Lieutenant Orders to Fall back into the Forest Behind them.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: The lead vehicle is a tank, and godmod."
15130,Fall of the U.S. RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324587&start=50,2014-12-26T20:54:00,The United States of North Amerigo,"""Geez, what the hell was that?"" The lead tank commander said. ""Someone blow the hell out of that truck!"" He ordered. An M60A3 Patton aimed it's gun at the empty truck and fired. There was a medium sized explosion, but not enough to damage the tank behind it. ""Full speed to Seattle, I don't want any more incidents!""<br/><br/>""Yes sir."" Some of the soldiers said in response as the vehicles went pedal to the metal and drove at top speed. ""Just a few more miles and we'll be there boys! It's victory or death!"" The commander finished.<br/><br/>It was several hours later when the city came into view, the convoy packed some 105mm howitzers that were fixed to the back of some humvees and pickup trucks. ""Unload! Unload!"" Several men hopped out of their transports. The vehicles pulled over to the side while the frontline troops continued on.<br/><br/>""Prep the howitzer, aim at the space needle!"" The men put on their hearing protection and aimed the howitzer using an army map, at the space needle, they hoped this would generate fear. ""Get ready, 3..2..1...Fire!"" Boom, the howitzers all shot in almost perfect synchronization. The rounds landed, boom, boom, boom boom. Some hit the tower others didn't, and the tower fell down. Soon, gunfire was audible in the distance.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Seattle.</span><br/>All the tanks had lined up and were firing at some LCS M2A3 Bradleys, the IFVs had taken out some technical trucks and humvees. So the tanks were counter-attacking, most of them M60A3/5 tanks, but still formidable pieces of equipment, especially in the condition around the world.<br/><br/>""Go go go!"" Several trucks, humvees, cars, and APCs carrying troops had unloaded them, the troops charged the city. God powered their moral, and they would not give up easily. Soon three private planes with machine-guns mounted on them had arrived and were acting as gunships. They carried M134 Chainguns, M240 Machine guns, etc. One even carried a set of hellfire missiles on its wings to take out heavy armor. ""Those vehicles, down below."" A Cessna plane let out some guided missiles at several guided vehicles below. The assault had truly begun."
15131,Fall of the U.S. RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324587&start=50,2014-12-26T21:01:00,The United States of North Amerigo,"<dl class=""codebox""><dt>Code: <a href=""#"" onclick=""selectCode(this); return false;"">Select all</a></dt><dd><code>To, The LCS<br/>Dear LCS, despite our completely Christian agenda, we are willing to take a change of heart for freedom of religion, in fact despite the Christian heart of the people. Most of them believe in religious freedom. I think you do too, but that's not why we are messaging you. Your city is under assault by our ground forces. That's not our ""cream of the crop"" division so to speak, however. Although it will be arriving, unless you agree to merge our groups. We can figure out a name later. However, with your people and mine, we can be united. If you refuse, we will obliterate you, if you do not refuse, your people may become glorious as well. Think about it.<br/><br/>P.S: We won't force people to become Christian and only accept Christian members, but Christianity will be taught. It will also be socially pressured on the people. <br/><br/>-Jeff Hirsch</code></dd></dl>"
15132,Fall of the U.S. RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324587&start=50,2014-12-26T21:05:00,Jeremy Beaver,"Seattle Washington State<br/><br/>A loud Rumble could be heard around the city. The Space needle the Symbol of Seattle is seen falling on top of the Innocent civilians and LCS Members. Fear Strikes at the heart of everyone in the city. And worst the Leader of the LCS was Killed in the Collapse Along with the Second of Command that was Always with the Savior.<br/><br/>Upon hearing that the Leader of the LCS was Killed and the Second in Command with him. The forces Broke and retreated into the City utterly Routed and Shattered. Essentially Leaderless and the Command Structure Collapsed the LCS is Basically Disbanded and destroyed.<br/><br/>Troops still loyal how ever are defending the City.<br/><br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Result</span><br/>LCS Troops Routed .<br/>Leader's Killed and command Structure Basically Destroyed<br/>News reaches that the Space Needle was Destoyed by the Faction and thousands Die."
15133,Fall of the U.S. RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324587&start=50,2014-12-27T02:45:00,Arcanda,"<span style=""font-style: italic"">Outside of Galveston</span><br/><br/>At 6 AM, convoys apparently pertaining to the US Army were seen approaching the cityon a major highway.At the same time, the LFT got word of the Marshal Law being enforced in Texas.As soon as the vehicles were in range of being a shot, a shot was fired a few yards in front of them, as a warning shot.After lurching off the road, the first car came to a stop, and the enemy, exiting their vehicles began to shoot.<br/><br/>Taking cover behind the abandoned cars on the highway, the militias began to fire.Galveston wasn't exaclty protected by the best, and nor were the militia men armed with state-of-the-art weapons, but they could defend themselves.They had to keep those invaders, whoever they were, out of the city.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Bay Tours Inc., Galveston</span><br/><br/>Tom Barry was an experienced pilot.He had fought during the Gulf War, and retired happily in Galveston, owning a tour company.When the rebels taook over, he paid little attention.Life wouldn't change that much, would it ? Until now.A group of five men came running to him, giving him a few bucks :<br/><br/>""Hey, grandpa, care taking us on a tour ?""<br/><br/>The men were armed with M4s, and one was carrying a LAW rocket launcher.They took off and went over the highway, taking the enemy on another front.As soon as they were in range, the LAW was fired, and in a gargantuan bowl of fire, two cars exploded leaving only two others.<br/><br/>***<br/><br/>In the other cities, the same scenario unrolled.But soon, all of the militias were made aware of the incoming threats.Most of them held fiercely in front of the Army, but some were defeated.Laredo had fallen.<br/><br/>***<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Austin, 10 AM</span><br/><br/>It was rush hour.Despite the civil war, people went on with their buisness.At nearly the same time, 4 out of the 6 explosives were detonated.A convention center, a power grid, and two police stations were hit.The other bombers had been caught by the police, who are now aware of their tactics.<br/><br/>McJoe had decided not to attack the city now and to concentrate on the defense of the territory that was already acquired."
15134,Fall of the U.S. RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324587&start=50,2014-12-28T06:28:00,Trunfio Republic,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Just North of Fort Orleans</span><br/><br/>The sun was beginning to rise over the fort. The soldier was standing with his fellow men 5,000 strong. During the night all their supplies had arrived from the Anarchist Alliance and we're now ready to attack. These men were to be the distraction force to trick the fort's forces. Suddenly the General's voice yelled, ""Go, go, go, attack and go!!!"" The men ran forward pounding the walls blowing everything up and taking no prisoners. They screamed like wild animals as they charged. Men were dropping everywhere but they had acommplished their goal in distracting the fort's defences.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Just South of Fort Orleans</span><br/><br/>All the men hiding outside the fort heard their comrades on the other side attacking. The fight was heading their way but if they didn't get backup soon they would be destroyed. ""Run, run, run, and attack!"" screamed the General. Facing no resistance they charged at the fort full speed. Their relentless assault knocked down the fort's entrance. Any resistance they faced was taken out. As they entered the fort their enemies retreated to the other side of the base where the other group of men was attacking.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Inside the Fort (South Side)</span><br/><br/>Suddenly the men pushed forward entering the back of the fort. They charged ahead mowing down enemy forces. It was now a free for all as people were shooting everywhere. On the opposite side of the room the group saw friendly forces arriving. Now the fort's soldiers were being shot at from two sides with no escape. Slowly the men put their hands up with one even waving a white flag.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">UCG HQ</span><br/><br/>Logan Conners was grinning from ear to ear. When news of victory at the Battle of Orleans had reached him he had started doing his happy dance. Now 3/4 of Cape Cod was under his control and their was little resistance left in the area. Now all he had to worry about was Boston, Providence, and Springfield."
15135,Fall of the U.S. RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324587&start=50,2014-12-29T09:53:00,Conglomerate of Iron,"<span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">Rothbard Enterprises HQ</span><br/><br/>Dagny gave the signal to her forces over the radio.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">Broadcast Heard All Across The Country</span><br/><br/>""People of the former United States of America. We have engaged in this broadcast to tell you the truth about ""your"" government. I say your with an air of apprehension, because what was once a government that at least attempted to subscribe to rule of law has now become an arbitrary force, using rule by law to oppress all of us. Where we once had the freedom to speak, we now cannot protest. Where we once had the freedom to property, we now have the tyranny of state mandated theft. And where we once had the liberty of self-determination, we now have a corrupt, warmongering government pushing us to follow their agenda.<br/><br/>There is a time for discussion and a time for action.<br/><br/>Now is the time for action.<br/><br/>Do not allow for authoritarian dogs to kill your family, to destroy your livelihood, and rape you. Because yes, that is what the government does. Taxation is theft, their military and police are murderers, and they are brutes themselves. Cowards. Suits with bigotry and hatred.<br/><br/>Ally with your neighbors. Love one another. Learn to make your livelihood without government. They are not your friend, but your enemy.""<br/><br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cw9uoMZDAk0"" rel=""nofollow"">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cw9uoMZDAk0</a><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">All Across the Country</span><br/><br/>A massive DDOS attack was carried out against all government servers, particularly intelligence and military networks. Millions of anarchist computers and their zombie army of virally infected computers began hacking into the US mainframe, attacking everything from the military network to the local police registries.<br/><br/>Riots broke out in most major cities as tens of millions took to the streets, sometimes violently, sometimes peacefully, to resist government control. Many small communities seceded from government control, not daring to look back. Arms were being distributed across secure channels to all these resistance movements, who began arming themselves with everything and anything.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">Pennsylvania and Outlying Areas.</span><br/><br/>Wilmington was taken with hardly an eye blink.<br/><br/>Thousands of anarchists stormed the city, aided by sympathizers. An armored column of a hundred vehicles and ten tanks supported. The port was made secure for trade with other nations. Defenses, including sandbags and mortars were set up. The economic plan of the anarchists was in full swing.<br/><br/>All across Pennsylvania, the Anarchist Alliance flag was drawn up. The communities knew which side they were on. Thousands joined the militias.<br/><br/>In West Virginia, hundreds of communities contacted the Anarchist Network to join and receive military aid. They immediately began receiving shipments. West Virginia becomes a fortified anarchist territory.<br/><br/>Various communities in New York, New Jersey, Maryland, Delaware, and Virginia soon joined the Network.<br/><br/>Total militia and mercenaries within PA and surrounding area: 500,000<br/><br/>Total across country: Unknown, possibly tens of millions."
15136,Fall of the U.S. RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324587&start=50,2014-12-30T13:23:00,The United States of North Amerigo,"<span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">On Radios across the country</span></span><br/>""Citizens of America, it's time to rise up. Enough of the anarchists, the communists, we may only find our way through one person, God. The other factions, these radicals have lead you astray... You must consider if we go the wrong path in this revolution, that god may take out his wrath on the Earth yet again. Rise up Christians, join us in our firepower. Our words are backed by guns and god."" The preacher finished his speech. ""Now we go to the bible. First Corinthians 7:19... This may be a relief to those having children.""<br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Result:</span><br/>Christians rise up against anarchists, they believe in a set of morals and rules. They clash against the anarchists.<br/>Christians start some movements on the eastern seaboard."
15137,Fall of the U.S. RP (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324587&start=50,2014-12-30T13:25:00,Arcanda,"Following the transmission of radio messages from another faction, many more enlist in the FLT, motivated by religious fanatism."
15138,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594,2014-12-22T15:56:00,Personal Freedom,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Welcome to the Earth that never was and never will be, the Earth of heroism and myths, magic and monsters, life and death, and everything in between. In this world dragons can ravage the countryside, men the peace, and demons the soul. What you and I believe to be myths are very much real in this world. Dark wells are inhabited by wurms, swamps are home to foul creatures, beasts ravage the countryside by night, and great kingdoms rise in fall. Now it is your turn to take control of the destiny of this planet, to lead a civilization into glory or into ruin,and to change Earth forever. <br/></span></span><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324195&amp;p=22848144#p22848144"" rel=""nofollow"">OOC</a><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Avalon</span></span><br/>Ellariel, a sorceress of the Leanaí de Math, stood on a terraced cliff above the crashing waves. Her brown-blonde hair fell past her shoulders and for a moment she stood there staring across the sea before a wind caused her to shudder and walk back towards the palace. She was a member of the ruling council, the elected representative of the Academy of Formithlas, one of the nine magi that made up the aptly named Council of Nine, and she felt something was wrong. Divination had never been her strong point, but something just felt wrong. She would soon be tasked with explaining this uneasiness before the council, and she knew very well it would not be easy. Even if they did put stock into her premonitions, what could they do? She didn’t know, but knew they might as well know.<br/><br/>Upon entering her chamber she began to undress and switch into more formal garb. She had been wearing her night robe but now had slipped into the traditional hooded garment that befitted a mage of her status. The council was to convene in under an hour, and she had to be dressed the part. There was much to discuss. It was far too important for her to miss because she didn't bother to get dressed for council."
15139,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594,2014-12-22T16:21:00,Krugmar,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Aklaan Dominion<br/>Aklaivar</span></div><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Ashnaiven</span><br/><br/>The Ashnaiven paced around his office, located in the Great Temple, as he waited for the Ashkeenoril to arrive. He made sure that his robes were not creased and were flowing properly, he could hardly see them properly out of the small eye slits in his mask. He had never completely understood why the Gods detested the public showing of skin, but it was not his place to question them. The door opened and he turned to greet the Ashkeenoril.<br/><br/>""Greetings Ashkeenoril, blessings to you"" he said quickly.<br/><br/>""Blessings to you Ashnaiven, I ask your forgiveness for the interruption"" said the Ashkeenoril, observing the simple formalities in meeting with the highest priest.<br/><br/>""You are forgiven, now, what did you wish to meet with me about?"" asked the Ashnaiven.<br/><br/>""Some of your priests have begun chanting about the Eleni, riling up the populace against them and convincing them to massacre innocents"" replied the Ashkeenoril, folding his arms as he said it.<br/><br/>The Ashnaiven pondered for a second,<span style=""font-style: italic"">his priests were doing what?</span>. ""I give you permission to punish them under full accordance of the law, I rescind their protection under the Gods"" he said, determined to keep the Ashkeenoril on his side.<br/><br/>""Many blessings to you"" said the Ashkeenoril as he left the office, off to order several arrests and executions. The Great Nouse of Naiven relied upon House Keenoril for protection and enforcement, without them they were completely powerless. There was always friction between the Houses, especially between the Uverni and Keenorili. Yet House Naiven had always managed to stay out of these affairs, the others were scared of angering the Gods by making enemies of their chosen House.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Ashuvern</span><br/><br/>The mace came crashing down upon the slaves head, the man's eyes darted about for a few seconds until they stopped forever. The Ashuvern recovered his mace, scooping out parts of the slaves brain as he did so. Around him his uverni were butchering the runaway slaves that they had tracked down. The Ashuvern could have simply left this job to one of his lieutenants, but he loved getting his hands dirty. He had actually been dissapointed when he was chosen to lead the Great House after the previous Ashuvern had died. He didn't care about losing his wife and family or his name, he was angry about being forced to sit in an office.<br/><br/>It was on occasions such as this that he could truly escape and engage in something he was passionate about. This small slave revolt hadn't actually required his attention, or even the attention of House Uvern. It was only small and the Keenorili could have put it down, but the Ashuvern had claimed responsibility in putting it down simply to escape. Soon however he would have to return, the annual and scared meeting of the Tetrarchy would begin tomorrow and that was something he could not miss. He cleared this from his mind as he planted his mace into the shoulder of another slave and returned to mindless killing."
15140,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594,2014-12-22T16:43:00,Nuridia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Faelona, Kingdom of the Fae,<br/>Palace of Dagda, Vanriel City</span><br/>Ismara Feirell, the High Queen of the Fae reclined in her ebony and ivory throne in the Receiving Hall of her palace. Sle looked like a beautifully elegant human in most aspects, tall and slender as fae tend to be with an enviable figure and waves of dark hair spilled down her back. Sticking out from that thick dark hair were surprisingly, a pair of horns that curled just above her pointed ears like a ram's would do. She was preparing to meet her council of twelve where they would discuss the politics and what is to be done with the kingdom to keep it largely peaceful. Ismara herself was a powerful magic user in her own right, as a lot of faeries tended to be. She straightened out her brown satin gown, spaces cut in the back for her large and colorfully feathered wings and then turned to her most trusted official.<br/><br/>""Wiz darling, you may admit the council in now."" the Queen spoke up. A six-legged cat with fur as black as ink hat was striped with red and intense blue eyes stood up from where it was curled beside the throne, a pair of iridescent red and pink wings protruded from its back as it was bathed in light and transfomed into the form of a very handsome man with faerie markings on his forehead, the side of his neck and his arms which were largely hidded by the black robes he wore. The only real difference were his wings and two tufts of hsi red and black hair that stuck up like a pair of cat's ears. His name was Wizleaf Wazell, the Wizard Imperial. The Wizard Imperial was the Prime Minister and Chief Mage of the land, second only to the Queen herself. They had been great friends since childhood.<br/><br/>""Should I not go and fetch your cousin my lady?"" he asked. Biologically a teenager, the Princess Evangeline, known as Eva was the charge of the young Queen after her parents died. ""No, it's fine."" ""Let Eva in peace, she needs it."" Wiz strode to the door and admitted the lords of the council, they bowed to the Queen and took their seats as Ismara thumped her staff on the floor three times, opening the council."
15141,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594,2014-12-22T17:01:00,Tomia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Capitol of Waltu, Wuarra </span><br/>The King of Waltu, Arax Muraris, had recently come from a long and tedious council meeting. Arax was a young human, at the age of 20. He was tall and had flowing brown hair and crystal blue eyes. He was handsome and fit, though he never dressed in fancy clothing or anything, despite the insistence of his family. His father Murac had retired from ruling recently and named his oldest son the heir to his throne. Arax didn't envy his responsibility, but knew he had to lead his people. Arax ruled over a diverse and complicated population. There were many tribes he had to appease and rituals he had to abide by. He made his way back to the large royal palace that was made from thick stone. He saw his younger brothers and sisters sitting with his parents. ""Arax, I'm so glad you're done working."" The king's mother Alia said. She was a desert elf and had pointed ears and darker skin then the rest of her family. ""Well, blame father for that."" He said a little playfully as he sat down tiredly. ""Oh its not too bad sweetie. Besides being king you'll have your choice of all the women in the country, maybe the world."" His mother said with a smile. Arax scoffed, his parents were always trying to get him to marry. ""What about Queen Ismara? You two were very close when you were a ward to her family when you were younger."" Arax looked surprised, ""Ismara? Well, I haven't seen her in years since I left. She wasn't exactly happy when I left. We had a fight and everything."" Arax said, he turned and thought back to his memories of living in the Fae kingdom."
15142,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594,2014-12-22T17:19:00,Liberated Counties,"<span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Olmerias </span></span><br/><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://dwnloadwallpapers.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/City-Fantasy.jpg""/></div><br/><br/>The snow white stone of the mighty citadel of Olmerias seemed to glow in the morning rays as its inhabitants awoke from their peaceful slumbers to set about their daily chores. In the marketplace, merchant mages adorned their stalls with enchanted jewelry, exlirs and clothing, while others displayed ripe looking fruits grown from the surrounding countryside and fresh meats stored in snowy barrels. Among the hustle and bustle of early morning buyers and supply wagons, the Royal Guard began their morning patrols. The crowds parted innocently enough as their bear-mounts padded through the street, the soldiers riding them on the prowl for the pickpockets and thieves that often plagued these morning markets. Their imposing silver armour served as an effective reminder to all thieves and wrong-doers that the Royal Guard meant business, although a fair share of sneaky individuals were bound to try their luck today.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Crystal Palace</span></span><br/><br/>Whilst the city around it was beginning to blossom, the Crystal Palace had already sprung to life a couple of hours beforehand. Servants rushed everywhere carrying linens, bedsheets and breakfasts for the royal family. King Larain was already dressed and was halfway through his breakfast of oats, nuts and raisins in a bowl of bison milk. He admired the morning sun as he ate elegantly, but his peace was disturbed as the glass doors to his solar opened, and in stepped his Master of Diplomacy, Milur, who had requested to see him.<br/>""My Liege, I have come at the wrong time clearly..."" Milur said as he backed out<br/>""No, no. You have come at the right time my friend. I was merely enjoying the sun."" He smiled as he handed his bowl to the servant standing behind him. ""I've considered your counsel, and i do agree it is time to seek friendship with our half-elven kin to the east. We are an isolated nation, a beacon of civilization among this snowy wasteland. Friends in such proximity to us would be of great value""<br/>""So, should i continue with our plans to send myself as an emissary?"" He said to Larain, who listened intently whilst he poured himself a goblet of wine.<br/>""You're the Master of Diplomacy, Milur, I don't see any other person more capable. I do believe we could survive a couple of months while your away."" He chuckled.<br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Four hours later</span></span><br/><br/>The Southern Gate stood guarded by around a dozen members of the Royal Guard, who had spent the entire morning searching countless wagons before permitting them entrance to the city. When they'd received word of a royal envoy passing through, they kept the gate clear of any traffic as a luxurious wheelhouse rolled out flanked by twenty mounted soldiers. As the wheelhouse cleared the gate, the other wagons had been given the signal to carry on. Milur was his the way to the port of Addunas to catch his boat to negotiate with the Frostorn of Greenland."
15143,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594,2014-12-22T17:32:00,Nuridia,"Ismara was a rarity among her people, despite Faelona being a northern kingdom her smooth skin was as dark as the fertile brown earth. Her eyes were dark too, except for the bright silver flecks that were in them. She sat down at the throne-like chair at the head of the council chamber with Wiz, as the second in the kingdom beside her. ""Alright ladies and gentlemen, I call this meeting of the High Faelona Council to order."" the queen announced.<br/><br/>""Now, first order to be put forth."" Grand Chancellor Virae unrolled a scroll of parchment and read. ""The matter of the raids to the south and the wild beasts."" the older human man announced. ""Right, that must be seen to without delay."" ""I am meeting with the chielfs of defense this afternoon and we will patrol the border ourselves."" Ismara said. ""Who's next?"" ""Hey, me!"" ""Ismara, pick me!"" Wizleaf asked excitedly like he was a kid again. Ismara rolled her eyes. ""Wiz?"" she gestured to him. ""Well, the othe matter is the matter of Her Majesty's marriage."" Ismara snorted. ""Leave that aside."" the queen said dully.<br/><br/>'Oh come on Is, you're smart and beautiful and nice."" ""You're the queen, you've got killer curves and you're not really getting any younger."" ""Wiz!"" ""Sorry."" he squeaked. ""But come on."" ""You can have any guy in the world, there's the Duke of Vanriel and the High Musician and there's Arax..."" Ismara cut him off. ""Wait, Arax of Waltu?"" ""I haven't seen him in several years, and our last parting didn't turn out so well."" the queen said,the silver flecks in her eyes dimming. That was a reflection of her mood, when the silver in her eyes was bright she was happy and excited, when the flecks nearly disappeared and her eyes were all dark brown that meant she was sad, angry or reflective."
15144,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594,2014-12-22T17:37:00,The Starlight,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Doriath, Capitial of Vallorion<br/>Queen Irithren Temedil</span><br/><br/>Queen Irithren Temedil of Vallorion rode in on her white stallion. To her left, was the massive statue of Vilgaen I Temedil, founder of Vallorion, and arguably the greatest of the elvenkings of Vallorion. Vilgaen I stood guard over Doriath, and was a warning to all who presumed themselves to be worthy of the High elves' notice, and even mightier than they. Vilgaen stood nearly 40 feet tall, with his familiar stance now taught to all of the Vallorion elven warriors, one foot in front, the other one bent behind, one hand with palm open in warning, while the other hand held the curved Vallorion sword straight forward.<br/><br/>Drawing herself from her thoughts, the elves of Vallorion made way for their Queen as she rode through, to the royal palace, the beloved Queen raising a hand in greeting and comfort as the pure white stallion thundered through. It had been a good hunt, Irithren landing the first and final shot on a boar that had been rampaging the countrysie, with her elven longbow. She had offered the necessary prayers over the beast and now some of her guard bore the proud, once raging beast on an open palanquin. There would be feasting tonight, and the boar would be the centerpiece of it. As her guards bore the boar off to the kitchens, Irithren handed her bow to a waiting aide, before dismounting, and patting the stallion's flank, led the horse into the stables. After a quick grooming she changed, and headed down to the library to read more and be informed the current and past history of the Earth. Too long now, had other beings murdered the fair trees upon the Earth. No more, Irithren swore to herself, no more."
15145,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594,2014-12-22T18:50:00,Tomia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">King Arax of Waltu</span><br/>After spending some time with his family Arax had to attend another council meeting. He dreaded it, but it was his duty. The royal assembly had convened, that meant it was an impractical issue. The assembly was made up of appointed representatives of each ruling Waltu family and tribe. They each had a vote in the assembly and some had more votes depending on their population. When the King arrived the meeting began. The issue that was being discussed was a potential alliance with Faelona. Arax was shocked when he heard this. They had always been friendly and unofficial allies, but many representatives argued it would be best for their trade economy and security to create a formal alliance. After much discussion and debate a vote was finally taken. There was a vast majority in favor of the alliance. Assemblyman Arura of the Harot tribe then rose. ""Your grace, there has been discussion among the members of this body. We wish for you to travel to Faelona to represent us personally."" Arax raised an eyebrow and felt a pit in his stomach, he didn't know how that would go with seeing Ismara, he wasn't sure he wanted to find out. He was afraid she would hate him after how they had parted. ""Well, that doesn't seem necessary. Besides I have duties here."" He tired to argue. After a few minutes of back and forth it was put up for a vote and the assembly voted unanimously against the King.<br/>""The assembly hates me."" Arax groaned as he had retreated to his office. He now had to travel to the place he had called home for many years, but he wasn't sure how well he would be received. He drafted a letter telling of his arrival and sent it off to Faelona. He made it as formal and impersonal as possible. He didn't dare write Ismara personally. He would have no idea what to say.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">To the Royal Family of Faelona</span><br/>Dear friends of the Waltu royal family, I hope everything is well in your homeland. My assembly and I have decided we would like to discuss with you an alliance between our nations. There has long been friendly relations between our kingdoms and we believe a formal alliance would only help us further. I will personally be traveling to your capital to discuss the terms of said alliance and see if we can not come to an agreement. I hope to see you soon as it has been over 3 years since I have last visited your beautiful land.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Yours truly, King Arax of Waltu</span>"
15146,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594,2014-12-22T19:08:00,Hastiaka,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Archduchy of Alteria<br/>Territories of the High Elven Duchy<br/>the Capital City of Alinor</span><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://jolstatic.fr/www/captures/946/0/23480-800.jpg""/></div><br/><br/><br/>Archduchess Arianne was walking around the Splendid Halls and the extreme extravagance of the Altmer Palace. The Alterians were living a very comfortable lifestyle. The glorious culture of the Elves are highly embraced. from the Farmers to the Soldiers. They wear golden-clad outfits and fine clothing. It took centuries of Hard work for the Altmer to achieve such glorious status. They import gold and silver wear from Mining regions. The Lancionne Mines were the heart of the High Elven wealth. Currently, due to setbacks upon the discovery of a Methane Gas, the workers had to shut down the Mine. The Aeres are the agents of Alinor. Designated to uphold the extravagant culture of the High Elven Nation.<br/><br/>Inside the Palace lies a great golden fountain. Rays of Sunlight and Moonlight radiate and makes the fountain glow. Alterian Royal Guards can be seen wearing fanciful uniforms and armed with luxurious weapons. However, there is one grim thing about Alterian culture. It was the great civil war that took millions of Alterian lives that caused this golden age. The East and the West battled for supremacy. Ultimately, they decided to bond together by using the matrimony of marriage.<br/><br/>Across the gold colored halls of the Palace lies the great throne room. The Archduke or Archduchess resides here. Each pillar is surrounded by three Elite guardsmen. While the Best Alterian Warriors stands next to the throne. The throne is Made of Cyan colored diamond. It took centuries for the Alterians to build this and it was just 10 years ago that they finished it.<br/><br/>After walking around the Halls of the Palace, Archduchess Arianne decided to walk towards the Sacred Gardens outside the Palace. The Archduchess would always be accompanied by the Arch-Guard. They are the Elite Warriors who is tasked on defending the Palace. Walking around the tiny fountain in the Garden she noticed an elderly woman sitting on a granite bench.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">''I see you Archduchess Arianne Indoril of the House of Lancelot. Second daughter of Archduke Valen and the Favored grandchild of Duchess Ingrid of Silvercrest.''</span>the old woman said with a smile. Shocked and astonished, the Young Archduchess replied,<span style=""font-style: italic"">''I see you have your research done. Let me guess. You are a fortune teller are you?''</span>Shortly, the Old woman stood up and said yes.<span style=""font-style: italic"">''Yes. And i Predict that you will have a daughter and two sons. Your Nation will soar to the highest but first getting through the problems your countrymen face today.''</span><br/><br/>As you see, Alteria is divided by five great houses; The House of Lancelot, Everglade, Silvercrest, Leon and Tressandril. Ever since the great civil war, the position of Archduke or Archduchess were being feud by the five great houses. Currently, Archduchess Arianne is Lancelot's fifteenth Archduchess. Each house is stationed in Alinor. Their headquarters is a large Manor with extravagant design."
15147,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594,2014-12-22T19:32:00,Nuridia,"While Ismara was with her council, a faery messenger with flowing red hair that dragged the ground half-floated into the room, being held aloft by her bright blue butterfly wings. ""My Queen, there is a message for you!"" she said, handing the Wizard Imperial the letter. Wiz's eyes, one blue and one gold scanned the letter and then his eyes widened at the signature. ""It's from Arax."" ""He's written to you Is."" he said, handing Ismara the letter. Ismara nodded to the messenger, giving her leave to go and then she slumped in her chair. ""Why would he be writing now?"" ""He just runs out on me and then doesn't call or write for three years and all of a sudden he wants to talk?!"" the queen raged a bit. The council looked a bit on edge. ""It could be important, no harm will come from reading it.' Wiz told her gently, putting a hand on her shoulder. Ismara snatched the letter from him and read it. ""It says he wishes to discuss a formal alliance."" ""He's...coming in person.""<br/><br/>If it were even possible, Ismara's beautiful dark skin blanched at the thought of seeing Arax again and she threw her hands up in the air. ""Fuck...my life"" ""Wiz, darling."" ""Catch me, I'm going to faint!"" Ismara swooned and Wiz caught her in one arm, fanning her with a hand fan with the other. Ismara then spoke. ""The universe hates me Wiz, it's official."" ""Damn it, why does he have to come in person!?"" ""It's like the gods just decided...""Ismara, today we're just going to fuck you with no warning!"" Wiz looked sad for his Queen, he hated seeing her this way. ""Is, cheer up."" ""It's not all bad, an alliance will definitely help us since we're pretty much isolated."" ""Besides, we've all been best friends forever and our two countries have ben too."" The Wizard Imperial knelt before Ismara's chair. ""Remember when we were kids, how muc fun we used to have together."" 'We were so close, you, me, Eva and Arax."" ""We were thick as thieves, the Four Musketeers."" The young Queen laughed at the memory. ""Especially us."" 'The Partners in Crime, Is and Wiz.""<br/><br/>Wizleaf stood up and turned to Ismara. ""Majesty, we were all so close."" ""Well, until we hit puberty and then I think Arax was always sort of mad at me for some reason."" ""I believe he wants to get back to our friendship."" ""I do, and I know you do too."" he said gently. Ismara closed her eyes and her council spoke with suggestions until she spoke, adjusting her diadem. ""Alright, you're right."" ""Our countries have bene friends for a long time, we need the alliance."" The Queen hid her feelings. ""Wiz, stamp this letter and go get Eva and tell her to get ready."" ""Also get me some wine and chocolate covered cheese."" ""On it!"" Wiz turned into his fairy cat form and took off while Ismara was given parchment by the Grand Chancellor. Glaring at it, she sighed and wrote the letter. Wiz had stamped it before he left so it had two seals, the seal of the Queen and the seal of the Wizard Imperial. It was necessary only because the seals would find their owners so that if one writer can't get the reply the other one can, basically a return address. Ismara sprinkled the letter with transit dust and threw it into the fireplace. As it burned it would be transported to Waltu.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">To the Kingdom of Waltu, beloved friends of the Kingdom of Faelona<br/>We have just received the King's most gracious letter asking for a formal alliance to be officiated and that he will represent his people in person while traveling to our fair land. Happy news, since we have all been friends for many years, as well as business partners. An official alliance will only strengthen our friendship which gives all of us great joy. We will be honored to receive you at the capital, and look forward to your arrival.<br/>Your faithful friend, Queen Ismara Feirell of the Fae Realms of Faelona.</span>"
15148,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594,2014-12-22T19:46:00,Hastiaka,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Archduchy of Alteria<br/>Territories of the High Elven Duchy<br/>the Capital City of Alinor</span></div><br/><br/><br/>In the throne room, the Dukes and Duchess would gather around the throne in a senate-styled fashion. Hundreds of them surrounded the Archduchess. Furthermore, the Archguard is on high alert on any raid inside the Alterian Palace. The Throne room had a auditorium. The roof was designed to reflect the rays of the sun and the moon. The seats were made of marble.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">''My Archduchess, our navy had reported sightings of Pirates just off Port Greenflower! Discussing the formalities, the city of Oakheart had been harassed by bandits! The city's defenders can't last another assault! the 450 Alterian Knights stationed there can't last long.''</span>Duke Endrilson of Oakheart shouted.<span style=""font-style: italic"">'My Archduchess! Our miners had discovered a new gold reserve. We can earn millions by this discovery!''</span>another shouted.<span style=""font-style: italic"">''Archduchess Arianne, the Nuns at the Domburton Monastery is asking to host the Annual fruit harvesting festival!'' </span>shouted another at the right. It was all manner of shouting. left and right.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">''Enough!''</span>the Archduchess shouted with a loud voice. Suddenly, the chattering stopped and the throne room became silent.<span style=""font-style: italic"">''My ancestors gave you land to cultivate and cherish and look what you have done to it. I shall send a thousand knights to reinforce Oakheart and I shall authorize mining at the Newly discovered gold reserve and Yes, the nuns can host the annual fruit harvesting festival.''</span><br/><br/>With that, the entire Summit ended and the dukes returned to their respective lands."
15149,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594,2014-12-22T19:52:00,Tomia,"Arax was with his family, packing for the journey to Faelona. He would be going along so that his father and younger brother Garith to rule in his place. Arax had to admit, he was nervous about his trip. Ismara seemed very hurt when he left, more than he had expected. She didn't understand why he left, and it seemed like she thought he didn't care about her. That wasn't true. But he couldn't tell her, or his friend Wiz the real reason. Especially since he had been secretly made at them at the time. Ismara had a temper, so he didn't know how she would react, but doubted it would be pleasant. He read her reply letter and knew her too well to think she was completely sincere. He could tell her kindness was forced. Once he was all back he boarded a small carrier ship that would cross the great sea to bring him to Faelona."
15150,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594,2014-12-22T20:04:00,Hastiaka,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Archduchy of Alteria<br/>Territories of the High Elven Duchy<br/>Port Greenflower</span></div><br/><br/>The Port was rich. In fact, Every Alterian Settlement is rich. The Port has Wealthy citizens. However, the port is very vulnerable to attacks. It only has one Alterian Navy Galleon. Each galleon is golden-clad and has wealthy designs.<span style=""font-style: italic"">ANS Mayflower</span>cannot hold of an assault of a group of Pirate ships. Neither can the ship defend it from raiders too.<br/><br/>In the sunrise, the Pirates attacked. Cannons unfolded as it fires upon the unsuspecting wealthy citizens of Port Greenflower. The warning bells rang from the Town hall. Hundreds of Elves ran towards the Emergency shelters. Guardsmen rush out from the barracks as the<span style=""font-style: italic"">ANS Mayflower</span>attempts to counter attack the pirate ship. It was madness. The Next village; Andoril can see lights and hear the sounds of cannon blast. The<span style=""font-style: italic"">ANS Mayflower</span>was a great galleon. It fired upon the pirate ship and sunk it but not before the Pirates landed. Battle were sprouting all over the Port. The vigilant citizens took arms and defended their families. The Greenflower Defenders were holding off the Pirates.<br/><br/>Soon, Reinforcements from Andoril arrived. 360 Soldiers arrived to drive off the Pirates. Soon after the Pirates were driven off, It was only then that the people saw the full extent of the damage. The Port was devastated. In mid day, The Alterian Navy arrived to assess the situation. It was grim indeed.<br/><br/>This event would cause the Alterian people to focus on building a great Naval Armada to defend her coastal seas."
15151,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594,2014-12-22T20:23:00,Nuridia,"The Queen had dismissed her council for that day, going to her chambers to get ready for Arax's arrival. He had just abandoned her without warning, started an argument and left. While she couldn't deny that she missed their old friendship, it was hard to forgive him for that. Right now, Wiz was doing her hair and they were trying to agree on a hairstyle. Meanwhile Ismara's cousin Princess Eva, her bushy red hair was bent over a trousseau of gowns and jewels that two maids were helping her select and two more maids were showing gowns to the Queen to wear. ""Too red."" ""Too tight."" Ismara said, waving away the dresses that were shown. ""Calm down Is, I mean you'd look great in either one of those gowns."" Wiz said, placing green jeweled beads in the Queen's hair and braiding it. They had to work around Ismara's large curved horns, it was a fairly rare fairy trait. ""I mean they're all sexy."" Eva said from her bed. Many of Ismara's gowns had decolletage, a plunging low cut neckline and a cinched bodice but she wasn't ashamed of it. It's not like all her goods were out and she had a nice pair of assets. Why shouldn't she show them off was her philosophy. It showed enough to be sexy but not slutty. ""Ismara, can I wear the family diadem?"" ""Just for today?"" Eva asked. ""No, absolutely not."" the queen said as Eva was laced into her chosen blue gown and was adorned with her own diadem and jewels. The Faelon Diadem was the most powerful magical object in Faelona, worn by a ruler and changing form to whatever ruler wields it. It can only be used by somebody with Fae blood and as a magical amplifier it had to be guarded. Finally Ismara kicked everybody out and dressed in a shimmering silver gown with scrolling and a red bodice. Her hair was elegantly done up and she wore the diadem on her head. ""So, how do I look?"" she asked. ""Somebody call the winter mages because the temperature just rose honey!"" Wiz praised and Ismara laughed. She, Wiz and Eva headed to the throne room to await Arax's arrival."
15152,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594,2014-12-22T20:54:00,Hastiaka,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Archduchy of Alteria<br/>Territories of the High Elven Duchy<br/>the City of Oakheart</span></div><br/><br/>The City was all well preparing for the Arrival of the Bandits. Duke Endrilson wore a Golden armor and a steel sword riding on a white stallion.<span style=""font-style: italic"">''Alteria will not bow down to bandits! The city of Oakheart will prevail!''</span>his shout followed with waves upon waves of cheering from the citizens of Oakheart. Oakheart was a major trading area during Alteria's early days.<br/><br/>The Knights of Alteria were getting ready when the Bandit archers fired upon the Magnificent Marble walls of the City. The Bandits were not High Elves. They were Human Slaves. Ever since the Harsh Duke of Medoril died, His Human Slaves began rampaging throughout Alterian Territory. The Bandits used a battering ram against the Gates of the City. The Defending Archers attempts to fire upon the Bandits.<br/><br/>Shortly, the Gates were destroyed and the Human Bandits were flooding in. Shortly, the Alterian Army arrived. Headed by the Archduchess herself. The Archguards flanked the Bandits and in a swift battle, the Bandits lost."
15153,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594,2014-12-22T21:15:00,Tomia,"The ship ride had taken nearly a day, but the winds were with them so it was rather fast paced. The whole ride he wondered what his meeting with Ismara would be like. He had secretly fancied her in his youth and had left in anger because he felt she didn't return his feelings. He knew he had been childish now, and was afraid he had lost her friendship forever. Finally they arrived in the port of Vanriel City. Arax left this ship and mounted his horse with an entourage of guards and approached the castle flying the Blue Dragon of Waltu. Ajax approached the gates with his men and was led inside to the castle with his men. Ajax had grown significantly taller since he last saw Ismara, and was more muscular and attractive too. He entered the throne room and saw Ismara. He was shocked at how beautiful she looked she was even more beautiful than he remembered. He suddenly got very nervous but he tried to focus on the task at hand. He bowed before her respectfully. ""Ismara, it's a pleasure to see you again. It's been too long."" He told her, trying to keep the nervousness out of his voice."
15154,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594,2014-12-22T21:36:00,Nuridia,"Ismara was perched on her throne, leaning with her legs crossed. Many of her gowns had side-slits to make this easier as this was the most comfortable position for her when she was relaxed except she wasn't all the way relaxed. Wiz was standing on one side of her throne, his half red, half black hair in a long braid except for the cat-ear shaped tufts that stood up and he wore a purple sleeveless robe over his dark robes that was sewn on the back with the symbol of the Wizard Imperial. Eva's bushy red hair was left free and loose, wearing a gold and ruby diadem on it and her sapphire eyes looked happily at Arax, excited to see him again. Her long gown was modest and childlike and swept the floor, brightly colored with whimsical designs embroidered into it. Ismara's diadem seemed to give a hard sparkle in the light as her dark eyes widened upon seeing Arax again. He had obviously grown in these past three years, his body was more muscular and fit and he looked much more manly. It was obvious that he was trying to hide his nervousness. The queen couldn't deny that she was happy deep down in her heart to see Arax again, but he had simply left her angry and heartbroken and that took over now. She tried to remember how they all used to be but it was pointless.<br/><br/>""Arax, it's so good to see you again."" The queen smiled at him, but couldn't keep the hard edge out of her voice although there was sadness in the politeness as well, as if wondering why things were left the way they were. 'I see you've changed since that night that we last saw you, welcome back to Faelona."" ""We've missed you."" It wasn't a lie, but it was accusatory. The queen turned her eyes to the men that accompanied her old ex-friend. ""Gentlemen, you and your master are welcome here."" ""I am Ismara, Queen of the Fae."" ""This is Wizleaf Wazell, my Wizard Imperial."" she said, gesturing to Wiz who waved. ""But you all can call me Wiz, everyone does."" 'Arax, it's so good to see you again old friend."" ""I'm saddened by the way things were left, but now's the time to forge ahead to the future and forget about the past."" Wiz greeted cherfully. He meant every word he said, he missed when he, Ismara, Eva and Arax were a team and didn't know why Arax had abandoned them. ""This is my dear cousin, Princess Evangeline but most call her Eva."" Ismara gestured to the redhead. 'Hey Arax, it's been so long!"" ""Do you remember me, remember us?"" Eva greeted happily. She wanted to rush up to Arax and hug him, tell him how much she had missed him. She wanted it to be the way it was, to be the Partners in Crime with her friends again. They committed no real crimes but they were mischievous as kids."
15155,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594,2014-12-22T22:27:00,Hastiaka,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Archduchy of Alteria<br/>Territories of the High Elven Duchy<br/>Border Fortress Arestille</span></div><br/><br/>The Fortress were guarded by 670 Alterian Knights. Lady Malevar was tasked of commanding the Knights. The Fortress was a strong one. The designs are of the best. Towering structures made of Gold and white marble. Pillars of granite. It's glory is at it's best.<br/><br/>One night, a mysterious event shook the Fort. In the dead night a wizard invaded the Fortress. The Knights rushed to get their weapons. Hundreds of them rushed for the kill. Unfortunately, the Wizard destroyed the Fort and in the process, Lady Malevar escaped with five other knights.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""color: #0080BF"">The Archduchy of Alteria</span></span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Dear Glajinard Dwarves,<br/><br/>The Alterians would like to invite you to the Glorious capitol of Alinor. Our Archduchess would like to discuss trade talks with you.<br/><br/>Sincerely, <br/>Emissary Ignatius<br/></span></blockquote>"
15156,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594,2014-12-22T22:41:00,Tomia,"Arax heard the coldness in Ismara's voice and he knew he deserved it. He had no doubt she was angry but she seemed at least a little happy to see him. Arax figured that was something. He rose and looked her in the eyes, he figured he owed her that much. He couldn't help but think about how beautiful she was but he forced that thought out of his mind. ""It's great to see you as well Ismara. I missed you."" He told her sincerely. He frowned ever so slightly at Ismara's words about that last night they saw each other. ""Yes, I certainly have grown."" He said, subtly trying to say he wasn't the same person he was on that night. He saw Wiz and was a little surprised at how happy he seemed to be. Arax had been very angry at Wiz when they left. ""It's good to see you too Wiz. It's been too long."" He said kindly, though there still seemed to be something uncomfortable between them. He then smiled brightly when he heard Eva speak. He had always been like her big brother, and he was glad to see at least she wasn't mad at him. ""Hey Eva, of course I remember you. How could I forgot one of my best friends?"" He said to her, his nervousness shedding. ""What, no hug?"" He half joked to her with a smile."
15157,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594,2014-12-22T22:47:00,Glajinard,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://s29.postimg.org/3y8f4wzef/566_1174967532_large.jpg""/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Gikerahaf, capital of Glajinard</span></div><br/><br/>Lakrir Hafdarsson, High King of Glajinard, looked out the window into sea of clouds. He had chosen, as usual, to have his meeting with the Privy Council in the Pinnacle Tower, at the edge of cliff-face. The dwarven capital of Gikerahaf had two distinctions among the fourteen cities of Glajinard. It was the highest city, as well as the most exposed. With approximately 15% of the city exposed above ground it was unusual for a dwarven city. Most other cities had only a gatehouse or small fortress exposed.<br/><br/>Around the room stood several members of the elite Satyr Guard, the personal bodyguard of the High King. They were drawn from the best warriors of the United Yaress Tribes, a vassal state of the Glajinard dwarves. Finally, Lakrir returned his attention to the matter at hand, the daily meeting of his Privy Council. The council consisted of the great officers of the realm, the Chancellor, Marshal, Steward, Seneschal, and Rector. The first three dealt with foreign affairs, military matters, and finance respectively. The Seneschal dealt with espionage and spies. The Rector serves as both the head of Glajinard's institutes of higher learning, as well as the King's adviser for scientific and magical matters.<br/><br/>""Sire, we have received a letter from Archduchy of Alteria, they request we send an envoy to discuss trade."" said the Chancellor, recapturing the High King's attention.<br/><br/>""Altmeria, eh?"" said Lakrir. ""I don't really care for elves, especially High Elves, they take too much pride in themselves. Nevertheless, trade with them could be very lucrative. Draft a response that makes it clear we are sending an ambassador, and expect one in return. That way we don't appear to be coming at their beck and call, but rather we expect to be treated as equals.""<br/><br/>""Yes sir."" said the Chancellor.<br/><br/>With that the business seemed to be done, and Lakrir dismissed the council. However, his seneschal remained behind.<br/><br/>""Sire,"" said Seneschal Varel, ""I too have received some interesting information. I have learned of a distant realm populated by Naga, which are shapeshifting beings, half snake and half man. They are apparently the most skilled of assassins. I suggest we write to one of their leaders and request they send us one of these assassins, they could be of great use.""<br/><br/>""An excellent idea Varel. Surprise and secrecy are always the way to victory. An assassin can end a war by killing on man. Draft the letter."" said Lakrir, as he and Varel left the chamber.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Kingdom of Glajinard</span></span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">To His Excellency Emissary Ignatius,</span> <br/><br/>It would be our pleasure to exchange ambassadors with the Archduchy. We will be sending Ambassador Tabrin Gobafsson immediately. We look forward to receiving your ambassador as well. We hope that this exchange will be the first step in friendship between our realms. <br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Signed, <br/>Chancellor Rarnol Hafdarsson</span></blockquote><br/><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Secret In-character</span><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Kingdom of Glajinard</span></span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">To His Eminence Rajah Gadhadhar of Muzaffarnagar-Saharanpur,</span> <br/><br/>Your Eminence, as far away as our Kingdom we have heard of your illustrious realm, the nobility of your people, and the skill and deadliness of your warriors. We send with this envoy a gift of dwarven armor, which we hope your eminence will find pleasing. We ask that you allow one of your subjects skilled in secrecy and combat to come to our kingdom and serve our High King, that he may bring honor to all Naga. <br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Signed, <br/>Seneschal Varel Issiksson</span></blockquote>"
15158,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594,2014-12-22T23:00:00,Nuridia,"Wiz had been hurt by Arax's anger but her hoped that by being kind that maybe they could put the past behind them. Eva grinned at Arax's response and then rushed up to him and tackled him in a hug, her wings fluttering against his arm. She had smooth light golden-brown skin, a mixture of her parents in her looks. Ismara then stood up. ""I assume that you've all come here to discuss something and that you must be tired."" 'Follow me, we'll go into the old solar and catch up."" Ismara said calmly as she walked away, her wings flapping heavily as she did so and a few loose feathers fell to the tile floor. Wiz cocked an eyebrow, she had closed off that room and had it boarded up ever since Arax left and forbade anybody from entering. It was a large arched marble room with high glass windows and a glass ceiling to let in the light of the celestial bodies. There were comfortable couches and recliners all set around a table and filled with anything a child would want, the four used to spend hours in there at night just hanging out and laughing."
15159,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594,2014-12-22T23:00:00,Frostorn,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Realm of Frose</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Frosenar, Capital City</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Council Hall</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">High Council</span><br/><br/>Lord Jarem Crosser pounded his fist angrily on the table. ""No! We will not send any more men to their deaths! These Expeditions have gone all for 15 years and we have not receive any results to convince us to continue.""<br/><br/>""But the Realm is curious to know what is beyond the Veil. Even if we are to forbid the Citadel and the Order to disband all expedition teams, some citizens will still venture out to cross the Bridges."" Lady Alyssa Drake replied.<br/><br/>Archmage Gwendolyn raised a hand without speaking a word. The others turned to her with tired eyes, all of them weary of this exceptionally long council meeting. The sun was setting and they had been in the Higher Keep since midday. ""There is a simpler way to settle this affair. Let us vote. Those in favor of continuing the Expeditions across the Seven Bridges through the Veil?”<br/><br/>The Archmage, Grand Ranger, and 3 other Lords and Lady Alyssa all raised their hands. ""I believe that settles the matter,"" said Grand Ranger Oliver. ""The Expeditions continue and this meeting is at an end.""<br/><br/>The members stood up and started leaving the room."
15160,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594,2014-12-22T23:10:00,TheRepublicOfAmbition,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Racis, Arc-En Ciel </span><br/><span style=""font-size: 85%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">(The Land of the Guardians)</span></span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Port District</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Night-time; before sunset</span></span><br/>The port in Racis bustled with activity. Other than a few ports and other buildings here and there, the Arcani didn't really hang out above-ground. So what was the occasion? A mission. Not just any mission, but one that would involve the entire world. A group of Arcani travellers would sail around the world, spreading goodwill to the various nations they'll likely encounter on their journey. The Arcani were normally a quiet, isolationist people and they still are to some degree, however, times change, and the Committee of the Wise thought it, well, wise, to go out and make a few friends.<br/><br/>""Or to have us do it for them"", a short-in-stature Arcani said flatly. She sighed and flicked one of her antennae. ""This mission is ambitious, but rubbish. I'd much rather be here working on solving the next great intellectual mystery, or designing a new weapon.""<br/><br/>""Aw, cheer up, Ayala"", another Arcani said. His golden eyes blinked before continuing. ""We get to go places. See things. Meet people! Think about it. We're the first in a long time to reach out to other nations. And, we're doing it as a gesture of goodwill! We're pioneers, Ayala! We're making history!""<br/><br/>""You're way too motivated. Simmer down, Azure. By the way, where is the linguist? Apparently we'll need someone who's good at languages and stuff. Bah.""<br/><br/>Azure blinked again. ""Oh. Right. The Committee said something about that. We're leaving at sunrise, so if they aren't here by then . . .""<br/><br/>Ayala cut Azure off to finish his sentence. ""They'll be left behind."" She didn't like the idea of going on this mission, not when she could be doing anything else. Ayala really was in a mood bad enough to make her leave someone behind. Especially if the person couldn't be arsed to show up on time. Don't speak too soon though, as Azure spotted someone in the distance walking towards them. Even in this night sky, the moon provided just enough light to make out a small figure in the distance.<br/><br/>""Hey Ayala. Look!"" Azure was pointing now. ""Could that be them? Why are they carrying that big old sack with them? His observations were correct. It was, in fact, the ""cultural expert"" assigned to be apart of the crew. It was a female, and she was carrying -- no, dragging -- a rather large bag. It was almost bigger than she was!<br/><br/>""Oh, great. She packs heavy"", Ayala muttered.<br/><br/>When the bag-dragging girl reached the two, she stopped and panted for a while. ""Salutem!"" she said. ""I'm Yuri. Yuri Youngblood."" This was said in between breaths. ""I'm your linguist slash cultural expert."" Her emerald eyes were beaming with excitement and anticipation. Her dark skin and hair almost disappearing against the night sky. Yuri shot her hand out, expecting Ayala to grasp it.<br/><br/>Instead, Ayala rolled her crimson eyes. ""Of course you are."" Wait. Youngblood. She heard that name before. Youngbloods were a notable family in Arc-En Ciel. They manufactured the best offensive weapons. Swords, crossbows, canons -- things like that. They were always designing badass weaponry. ""Wait, you're a Youngblood. How on Earth did you end up here? On a travelling mission?""<br/><br/>""Uh, well"", Yuri began. ""It's a long story. I might tell you on the trip. It'll make for good sailor talk!""<br/><br/>Trip? Is that what she thought this was? A<span style=""font-style: italic"">trip</span>? This wasn't a trip. This was a government ordered task to basically go around the world telling everyone how awesome the Arcani were. The ""trip"" was likelier to piss people off than it was to make anyone want to be friends with them.<br/><br/>Ayala rolled her eyes again. If it wasn't clear before now, she didn't shake Yuri's hand. ""Right. Whatever you say. Get that sack of your on the ship. We leave at sunset.""<br/><br/>Azure's eyes widened, as if the excitement of travelling could burst from them. ""Where we goin' first, Ayala?""<br/><br/>""Does it matter?""<br/><br/>""No. I guess not."" Azure frowned slightly at Ayala's response. And to think, as big a deal as this mission was, no one was at the port to see them off. They were the only three there. I guess that was the upside to belonging to a species of smarties. They entrusted you had enough sense to do simple tasks. In this case, get on a boat, sail, and make friends. Not exactly rocket science. That was a good thing, for Ayala at least. It meant she didn't have to deal with any officials breathing down her neck prior to embarkation on the journey. There were other crew members, of course. A ship needed all the hands it could get. Whoever was there already was sleeping on the ship. Ayala, Azure and Yuri were the only three crew members awake right now. In a few hours, they would set sail for adventure and greatness!<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 85%; line-height: 116%;"">* Salutem is the Arcani word for ""Greetings"".</span>"
15161,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594,2014-12-22T23:13:00,Tomia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nuridia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=22888286#p22888286"">wrote</a>:</cite>Wiz had been hurt by Arax's anger but her hoped that by being kind that maybe they could put the past behind them. Eva grinned at Arax's response and then rushed up to him and tackled him in a hug, her wings fluttering against his arm. She had smooth light golden-brown skin, a mixture of her parents in her looks. Ismara then stood up. ""I assume that you've all come here to discuss something and that you must be tired."" 'Follow me, we'll go into the old solar and catch up."" Ismara said calmly as she walked away, her wings flapping heavily as she did so and a few loose feathers fell to the tile floor. Wiz cocked an eyebrow, she had closed off that room and had it boarded up ever since Arax left and forbade anybody from entering. It was a large arched marble room with high glass windows and a glass ceiling to let in the light of the celestial bodies. There were comfortable couches and recliners all set around a table and filled with anything a child would want, the four used to spend hours in there at night just hanging out and laughing.</div></blockquote><br/>Arax couldn't help but laugh when Eva nearly tackled him to the ground in a hug. He hugged her back warmly and felt her wings fluttering against him. ""Wow kid, you're getting strong."" He smiled to her.<span style=""font-style: italic"">At least someone still likes me.</span>He thought to himself. Arax's guards headed off to find rooms for themselves, while Arax followed the queen to the solar. He was excited to see it again. It had been years since he had been in the room he once spent so much time in. He was shocked to see that it was boarded up. When they finally got inside the place looked like a museum. Dust had collected everywhere and it seemed un-lived in. ""It looks like no one's been in here in years."" He said, shock, sadness, and guilt in his voice."
15162,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594,2014-12-22T23:15:00,Equalium,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Matriarchal Princapality of Mersa Gawasis</span></div><br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i693.photobucket.com/albums/vv298/Alice_Roxlyn/Book%20Images/DemonQueen.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">http://i693.photobucket.com/albums/vv29 ... nQueen.jpg</a><br/>Queen Ammirini I of Mersa Gawasis<br/><br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://4photos.net/blog/wp-content/uploads/photo-of-Palace-United-Arab-Emirates.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">The Royal Palace</a>[/align]<br/>The sun rises as the Queen of her nation had glanced over the general proximity of the waters of the Red Sea from her palace. Her hands folded behind her back to think about the prosperity that her nation had been going through as of the world. The Red Sea everso glistens over and indeed, saw trading ships from areas from mysterious parts of the world, from the southern horn of Meikriut (Puntland) and of course, ships from Pwenet. The luxurious incense that came from the traders helped with religious ceremonies and to keep the dark demons away from her, and added quite a good smell. Of course, Mersa was also blossoming as a flower of the Red Sea as the goods from the area were made from imported raw materials and made into fine finished goods ready for trading. Mersa's forces weren't that large due to the fact that the recent changes of her predecessors bought Mersa to a more peaceful state and turned the Draconians from a warrior-like race into a trader type race. Never to say, they are still fiersome when angry, but aren't aggressive at all.<br/><br/>The Queen's daughter eventually appeared looking out into the distance. Her daughter was Ammarini II whom was still young at around 14, a maturing young girl, but still ambitiousness of her own. She knew her mother's mind was more centered around booming an economy worthy to show the world how prosperous the nation can truly be despite them being often called beasts and tall scary peoples The Draconian race were a proud one, and they are quite grateful to be the more human-like dragons.<br/><br/>Either or, the one thing that the Draconians do desire the most: The toil of gold. Oh yes, many Draconian merchants were quite greedy, getting richer and richer. The Draconian's lust for gold is the reason why they horde it all away to toil in it. Like the dwarves, the Draconians themselves always thought that gold was quite good to feel, and yes, gold was amazing. And the younger Ammarini knew that her mother wanted to become extremely well to do with it before she dies, and perhaps have a mausoleum made of gold, knowing that would probably get destroyed. But either or.<br/><br/>""Mother."" her daughter spoke. ""Is there anything do you wish for me to do today?""<br/><br/>Ammarini glanced over at her daughter for a bit as she held her golden chalet and smiled. ""No. Nothing at all."" she said. She turned back and glanced out at the view of the Red Sea. ""Do you ever imagine one day, that our race will eventually dominate the entire world, not through conquest, but through gold?""<br/><br/>Ammarini's daughter pondered at the question and shrugged. ""I can't be too positive, honestly. Our race is proud, sure, but would you think a Draconian would give their gold away? No. We love it. Henceforth, we wouldn't. But we would be quite rich I tell you. We would no longer have anyone too poor, for everyone would have their own fair share of gold. The unfortunate Draconians whom have little to none will decay, but the ones who have more, and the most like you, will survive for a long time.""<br/><br/>It was true. The Draconians do treasure their gold, as much as they treasured their own soul. The Mersan pride was of course the same as the Draconian pride, but even if the Merchants gave their gold for goods, they would indeed get much more of a profit buying for cheap, and selling for more.<br/><br/>The military of the nation was mostly defense, armed with axes, spears and such. The Draconian religion was mostly Egyptian religion due to the fact that they had directly adopted it into Draconian society upon conquest of Mersa, however, the most popular religion they had kept was Zoroastrian, which carried on into the lands of Mersa. When Persia conquered Egypt, Zoroastrian was introduced into the area, and since, the Draconians adopted to the ideas of Zoroastrian creating their own segment and ensure that they served them more."
15163,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=25,2014-12-22T23:28:00,Nuridia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Tomia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=22888381#p22888381"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Nuridia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=22888286#p22888286"">wrote</a>:</cite>Wiz had been hurt by Arax's anger but her hoped that by being kind that maybe they could put the past behind them. Eva grinned at Arax's response and then rushed up to him and tackled him in a hug, her wings fluttering against his arm. She had smooth light golden-brown skin, a mixture of her parents in her looks. Ismara then stood up. ""I assume that you've all come here to discuss something and that you must be tired."" 'Follow me, we'll go into the old solar and catch up."" Ismara said calmly as she walked away, her wings flapping heavily as she did so and a few loose feathers fell to the tile floor. Wiz cocked an eyebrow, she had closed off that room and had it boarded up ever since Arax left and forbade anybody from entering. It was a large arched marble room with high glass windows and a glass ceiling to let in the light of the celestial bodies. There were comfortable couches and recliners all set around a table and filled with anything a child would want, the four used to spend hours in there at night just hanging out and laughing.</div></blockquote><br/>Arax couldn't help but laugh when Eva nearly tackled him to the ground in a hug. He hugged her back warmly and felt her wings fluttering against him. ""Wow kid, you're getting strong."" He smiled to her. <span style=""font-style: italic"">At least someone still likes me.</span> He thought to himself. Arax's guards headed off to find rooms for themselves, while Arax followed the queen to the solar. He was excited to see it again. It had been years since he had been in the room he once spent so much time in. He was shocked to see that it was boarded up. When they finally got inside the place looked like a museum. Dust had collected everywhere and it seemed un-lived in. ""It looks like no one's been in here in years."" He said, shock, sadness, and guilt in his voice.</div></blockquote><br/>""Well, I closed it one day and just never came back."" ""It's been three years since a soul has entered this room, none of the maids have even been allowed in here to clean it up."" Ismara said as she glided in. Even with the daylight bouring in through the windows and ceiling, the shadows still lingered over the room and everything seemed to be covered in a shining eerie web of fine dust and cobwebs. Eva nearly cried when she saw the solar, all their memories of a happy childhood and when they were all together full of light and color it was now gone. The one comfort that was there was that everything was the way it was the last time everyone in here, Wiz was even heartbroken seeing it as the corners of his mouth pulled down into a frown and he bit his lip to keep it from quivering. Even Ismara looked a bit sad, everything was exactly like it used to be, even the shattered bits of vases and mosaics and even a few dolls on the floor from where a hurt Ismara unleashed her magic on the unfortunate items. Wiz knelt by the broken pieces and dusty dress of a broken chiny doll and tracd it with his long nails. ""One of Ismara's favorite dolls."" he lamented softly. The glittering sapphire and pearl eyes, even separated from the head and away from each other glitterd brilliantly in the daylight with their powdery age, it was sad really."
15164,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=25,2014-12-22T23:40:00,Harbertia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Glajinard <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=22888187#p22888187"">wrote</a>:</cite><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Kingdom of Glajinard</span></span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">To His Eminence Rajah Gadhadhar of Muzaffarnagar-Saharanpur,</span> <br/><br/>Your Eminence, as far away as our Kingdom we have heard of your illustrious realm, the nobility of your people, and the skill and deadliness of your warriors. We send with this envoy a gift of dwarven armor, which we hope your eminence will find pleasing. We ask that you allow one of your subjects skilled in secrecy and combat to come to our kingdom and serve our High King, that he may bring honor to all Naga. <br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Signed, <br/>Seneschal Varel Issiksson</span></blockquote></div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/><br/>The emissary traveled far, over mountains, deserts, forests, and thick jungle before reaching the Uttar city of Hadesha-Kalur. It's towers of monolithic stone, carved with etchings of battle, and trade where the first to be seen. As one drew nearer a people could be made out. They wore hoods of red, green, and turquoise as much bickering filled the air. The emissary stuck out in this strange land. Some cobra's passed before him, before vanishing into an ornate oriface with in the walls of the city's structures. To his left a woman, the lower half of her form that of a serpent played a flute as a cobra danced before her, a small child near by holding a small bowl towards passer byes. As the center of the city was reached a massive bazaar was lain forth, filled with fruits, wines, spices, and silks.<br/><br/>One of his aids approached an important looking individual, who pointed to a hill near the city, where upon a mansion stood. The company approached, escorted by the guide, and two armed men who seemed to appear from the walls, for none where behind them before. Each wore blue, with a fine mustache waxed so as to curl ornately. As the sun lowered they reached the mansion, and stopped at the entrance. It's doors open, the company could gaze upon a mighty feast. Three long tables could be seen, one in the far back, long ways, where at it's center was a great chair, where upon sat a silent commanding man. Guests seemed to fill the seats, and the tables where fool of exotic game. In the area at the center was a red, and gold rug leading up to the central chair. Music filled the air as a dance was underway. The woman seemed to move like a wave, light blue scarfs flowing like the ocean breeze. Suddenly all six dances began to change into cobra's which began to move as if upon desert sand before they rose, and again with each sway took on their female form.<br/><br/>The guards at the gate listened to the guide, and entered, making his way behind the tables towards a slender man, an adviser perhaps. After a bow, he spoke, and the slender man made his way to who could only be the Rajah, the silent man of command. After some whispers, the Rajah looked over the dancers towards the entrance where the company waited. With a wave of his hand the music ceased, and the dancers acrobatically made their way to the two side tables, where the sat in the open on either side of the rug. A serious tone filled the air as the Rajah gestured towards the company, and bid them enter.<br/><br/>The company made it's way, the two soldiers behind them. The Slender man approached, and with a hand out received the message. He held his other palm out to instruct the company to halt as he turned, and gave the message over to his ruler who handed it to a woman who sat next to him. She looked upon it, and whispered to him. He nodded to his adviser who turned to the company. He gestured as if representing the opening of a book, and the company revealed the armor. His eminence stood, and looking at another motioned his head towards the armor gift.<br/><br/>A muscular man looked upon it scrutinizing it, and nodded towards his Rajah who then sat. He stroked his beard before beckoning with his finger towards one of the dancers, and with his head towards another from the other side of the rug. The two soldiers also came up from behind the company to join the two woman. Each pair stood next to their Rajah who looked towards the emissary, his hands reaching out to either side where the four stood.<br/><br/>The adviser then spoke, ""His Eminence had decided that the emissary of the great Senachal Varel Issiksson shall decide a servant for his master."""
15165,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=25,2014-12-22T23:45:00,Tomia,"Arax's hear filled with guilt. He could barely take to look at the room anymore but he steeled his emotions. He felt terrible for leaving. He never realized how much he had hurt them, especially Ismara. He wanted to just break down and beg for their forgiveness, but he couldn't do that, not in public. He was a king now, and had to act like it. He didn't even seem very comfortable sitting in the furniture and just sat in a small chair at one of the tables. ""Well, I guess we should discuss the alliance now."" He said, trying to make it seem like he was unaffected by the room but his eyes were filled with sadness and regret. ""My assembly and I thought it would be beneficial if we opened up larger trade relations between our two countries. We each have goods that the other needs and we'll be able to make sure each of our countries prosper. We also propose a military alliance, to ensure the protection of our lands. We also suggest we each work to expand our kingdoms to the unsettled land that separates our kingdoms. We believe we should rule this land together to better promote travel between our countries."" Arax said to Ismara, trying to act calm but it was difficult for him."
15166,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=25,2014-12-22T23:58:00,Hastiaka,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Archduchy of Alteria<br/>Territories of the High Elven Duchy<br/>Alinor</span></div><br/><br/>The Weather was clear. The breeze could be felt going through the skin. Alinor is considered as the safest place on earth. It is also one of the richest. The High Elves of Alteria boast their rich culture. Everyone in Alteria is rich. Due to relatively low population, Poverty is eradicated. Cleanliness is the priority of the Alterians. The High Elves in Vallorion are not as prideful as the Alterians.<br/><br/>However, word reached Alinor about the Massacre in Fort Arestille. Anger sparked within the capitol. The Wealthy citizens gathered outside the city and protested. The Archguards were on high alert. Alinor is ''sacred ground'' and only the Wealthy and Invited guests are allowed to enter inside. The streets were filled with people. Protesting about the recent threat that arrived to Alteria. The proposed 'Division Wall' was deemed a failure after the breach. The city has its own trained guards. The thick walls and advance guards is what makes the city of Alinor impregnable.<br/><br/>Inside the Palace, the Dukes and Duchess gather again for an emergency summit. The Archguards is highly trained to defend the Palace from any threat.<span style=""font-style: italic"">''Archduchess, our nation is under siege. First the Bandits and Pirates then the Mysterious Massacre in the Northern Fortresses. We must end this madness! We shall rally our troops and confront this monster!''</span>suddenly an earthquake shook the Palace. The Palace and the city is strong enough to withstand the earthquake. However, an old man descended from the heavens. Resisting, the Archguards used their Holy Magics against the old man. The Old Man merely blowed and the attack failed. He simply made the 200 Elite Soldiers and Mages unconscious.<br/><br/>He entered the doors of the Palace and every duke and duchess were shocked.<span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""color: #400040"">''I am Magnus Rex. The leader of the Magirata Syndicate. I will give you a month until you give me 5000 tons of gold or else, there won't be any Alteria''</span></span></span>With that, the Old man destroyed the divine statue of Aadara with a click of his finger.<br/><br/>an Hour later, Alteria's Grandmage; Grandmage Alferius, walked and explained how powerful Magnus Rex is.<span style=""font-style: italic"">''My Archduchess, the man who approach to you is capable of destroying Alinor in an hour! Trust me, i fought him once.''</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">''Who is he?''</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">'That man is hell itself''</span>"
15167,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=25,2014-12-23T00:15:00,New Abrahammia,"The emperor of Anihc looked at papers of the state of his nation. He read all of the economic reports relating to the state of his nation and thought to himself ""We need more money. There are roads that need to be built and servants that need to be paid. I should not raise taxes, as that would exasperate our current ninja problem. No, we need something else. What we need is a road that stretches from here to the dwarf lands. Yes, this will allow Anihc to trade her goods easily to all the lands! We'll be even richer than before!""<br/>He then calmly tells his scribe ""Scribe. I need you to send a message to all of the lands between here and the dwarflands. Tell them that we are building… a road. We need them to build the parts of the road running through their nation."" The scribe nods and begins writing the message on hemp paper. He will duplicate the message by block printing.<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>Dear Lord,<br/>We, the proud empire of Anihc, are planning to construct a road that reaches from our empire to Kerorem. The purpose of this road is to maximize trading efficiency for all nations the road runs through. We need your nation to construct the section of the road that runs through your nation. <br/><br/>From,<br/>The Emperor of Anihc</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The emperor begins funding the Anihc section of the road."
15168,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=25,2014-12-23T00:27:00,Nuridia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Tomia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=22888689#p22888689"">wrote</a>:</cite>Arax's hear filled with guilt. He could barely take to look at the room anymore but he steeled his emotions. He felt terrible for leaving. He never realized how much he had hurt them, especially Ismara. He wanted to just break down and beg for their forgiveness, but he couldn't do that, not in public. He was a king now, and had to act like it. He didn't even seem very comfortable sitting in the furniture and just sat in a small chair at one of the tables. ""Well, I guess we should discuss the alliance now."" He said, trying to make it seem like he was unaffected by the room but his eyes were filled with sadness and regret. ""My assembly and I thought it would be beneficial if we opened up larger trade relations between our two countries. We each have goods that the other needs and we'll be able to make sure each of our countries prosper. We also propose a military alliance, to ensure the protection of our lands. We also suggest we each work to expand our kingdoms to the unsettled land that separates our kingdoms. We believe we should rule this land together to better promote travel between our countries."" Arax said to Ismara, trying to act calm but it was difficult for him.</div></blockquote><br/>Ismara sat down in one of the chairs after she used a charm to clear the dust away. Wiz used some magic to make the room less dusty to let some light in, gloom was never his thing especially when it involved his dearest friends in the world. Eva remembered one of their old toys, a spinning top that they used to play with and pulled it out of the box. Ismara listened to what Arax had to say, personal feelings aside this was business time now. She felt a little rediculous as the chairs were designed for adolescent children and they had long since outgrown them. ""Your plan has some very good points, an alliance between our already friendly countries would be really beneficial to all our people."" ""However, what are you saying about expanding?"" ""You mean that we should just take our military and conquer all that land that we don't need?"" ""It'll be too difficult to manage such large borders."" ""And ruling together, are you suggesting a union of the crowns?"" the Fairy Queen questioned."
15169,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=25,2014-12-23T00:35:00,Tomia,"""Well, I doubt much fighting would need to occur. The lands are not densely populated. The idea is to simply make it so the land is safe to travel through and under our control, though I suppose we could simply carve out the land we would need for the trade routes."" He blushed slightly and shook his head when she asked if he was suggesting a union of their crowns. ""No Ismara, simply that we would rule these new lands or trade routes equally, so that they would be owned by both our countries."" He explained to her. They were two rulers speaking now, trying to forget they were also friends with a past."
15170,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=25,2014-12-23T00:56:00,Hastiaka,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Archduchy of Alteria<br/>Territories of the High Elven Duchy<br/>Alinor</span></div><br/><br/>Days after the Mad wizard besieged the Capitol, Things were actually getting better. The Archguard were busy on random patrols and the Grandmage made a magical barrier. The blue and white banners of Alteria were being unfolded. The Alterian Army march in defiance of the crazed wizard. The army wore gold, white and blue. Their spears were colored in gold and white. They march across the streets by the tens of thousands. While in the side of the streets, thousands of Alterian citizens cheer.<br/><br/>The Archduchess marches with the Army. With the Archguard at her side and the Army at her back, it seemed that the Archduchy of Alteria is ready to strike back. Hundreds of Elves rushed to the recruitment centers as Militia and the Naval construction areas are being filled by Human peasants by the Dukes and Duchess of Alteria. Humanity is considered as slaves and second class citizens. There is only one Duke who is Human; The Duke of Manara. Meanwhile in the Frontier city of Grenlada, the Army of Alteria is on standby. Thousands of Soldiers prepare.<br/><br/>Furthermore, the Archduchess is requesting the audience of the Dwarven Ambassador, the Queen of Faelonia and the King of Waltu to the Capitol city of Alteria. Despite the Vastness of wealth the city possesses. It is the first time she will host a meeting between another leader from another nation. The towers were being used as a scouting tool for the Archguard. The walls are being repainted and the streets were being colored white and blue. Steel were to be painted white and granite were to be painted blue. It seems that a great celebration is coming.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""color: #0080BF"">The Archduchy of Alteria</span></span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">the Esteemed leaders of Faelonia and Waltu,<br/><br/>We request audience upon the city of Alinor. The Alterian Navy will meet your ships in the Channel (RL English Channel) Once you dock to the Port of Berrington, you will be escorted to the city of Alinor where thousands of Elves are awaiting your arrival<br/><br/>Glory to you my fellow leaders,<br/>Sincerely,<br/>Archduchess Arianne Indoril of House Lancelot</span></blockquote>"
15171,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=25,2014-12-23T01:11:00,Nuridia,"'A well good idea, I rather enjoy it."" ""And it would be for the best, we will finalize the details later on today."" ""For now, how about we have midday tea and catch up?"" ""I mean it has been three years since we've all seen each other after all, and if I may be quite honest I'm starving."" the Queen said, rising. She had done her best to try and not show any imotion, that she had been hurt by what Arax had done and so had everybody else. When they all gathered for tea, they used to sneak into the royal kitchens and make the food themselves, although some attempts by some people had been rather poor. ""Great, I'll be in charge of dessert!"" Wiz volunteered. Ismara snorted playfuly. ""Wiz, last time you were in charge of dessert you made the tres leches cake disappear."" ""Like poof, bitch it's magic."" Although no magic was used in the process."" Wiz looked indigna nt. ""Hey, don't judge me!"" ""That cake was calling my name!"" he whined and everybody laughed, even Ismara. It felt like old times again briefly. Eva saw something that seemed to catch her eye. It was a small knife laying on the floor, an old gift for Wiz from a human child they used to play with. ""Hey Wiz, remember this old thing?"" Eva said, bending to pick it up when she pulled back with a loud pained screech. ""Eva, what's wrong?!"" Ismara and Wiz rushed to her, where she was clutching her fingers that now had angry red marks on them and seemed to be leaking blood a little. One of the new humans who was working at the castle ran past and heard it. ""Lady Eva, are you okay?!"" the maid opened the door and asked with concern. ""It was an old gift from a human child, I don't think he knew any better and that somebody just gave it to him, he was so young after all."" Wiz said, trying to use magic to heal Eva's hand. Eva looked at the maid. ""Iron burns faeries."" ""Steel is a bit better, but even that we can only handle for so long."" the princesss said.<br/><br/>Just then, another servant entered the room and gave Ismara a letter which she read. It was from the Archduxhy of Alteria. Faelona had never really had a problem with this nation and they weren't enemies, but Ismara detested their legalization of slavery to humans. Fae had been slaves thousands of years ago and had finally broken free. Still, it would be rude not to attend and she handed the letter to Arax to read as this concerned him as well."
15172,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=25,2014-12-23T01:36:00,Tomia,"Arax nodded to Ismara, glad that they could get the deal done. He then gave a small smile at her words and went to join her for tea. Still, he could tell that Ismara was hiding her feelings about him. He knew that he would have to apologize to her especially soon. Though he wasn't sure that would mean much to her. As they sat together he heard Eva scream and rushed over to her, hoping she was okay. He realized she had touched iron as the mage healed her. ""Oh ya I forgot about your weakness to iron."" Arax saod, remembering that his friends couldn't touch the metal.He watched as Ismara was brought a letter and read it once she handed it to him. It seemed that Alteria wanted to begin a trade relationship with their two countries and it's leader invited them for a visit."
15173,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=25,2014-12-23T01:41:00,Hastiaka,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Archduchy of Alteria<br/>Outside the Territories of the High Elven Duchy<br/>The Channel (RL English Channel)</span></div><br/><br/>The Navy had already arrived quickly because of wind condition. 1/5th of the Entire Alterian Fleet is present. The Navy is filled with heavy Galleons. However, due to limited cannons, Mages reside in the ships too. Each ship has it's own commandant. The Flagship;<span style=""font-style: italic"">ANS Lancelot</span>is the largest among the fleet. Commandeered by Grand Admiral Morril Lorethar, He led the Navy on a crusade against Pirates. However, the Lancelot would be sent to the location where the two leaders are to inform them that the Navy had already arrived."
15174,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=25,2014-12-23T02:08:00,Jamjai,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">White Hoofs of Assasa,<br/>Dender Province, Ironwill City</span></span><br/><br/>Elder King Moffi, the grand king of Assasa, is lazily sitting in his throne on a 20-foot raised deck overlooking the gladiator pits. The elder king of Assasa nods and puts his right thumb down, as if in he disapproves the ongoing gladiator fight. A guard blows into a horn as to signal the other minataurs to open the vicious beast lurking inside the small cell. The king grins little only to grunt afterwards as in his excitement is actually a false call. The commander of the Farth Battalion, standing besides the king's tremendous but aging figure, whispers into his silted huge ears. Suddenly, the king's increasingly bored face turns into a menacing smile, with his cracked old jagged teeth displaying his old age and many fights he had over his long careered life. Finally, the king raises his right hand, his thick palm facing the gladiator battle, halts the fight between the two minatuars twins and a frightfully disfigured beast.<br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">One hour later in the elder king Moffi's throne room</span><br/><br/>""King of Assasa, we had an unpleasant event while you were watching the gladiator fight."" The commander calls the a minataur who had first spotted the slithering theives. ""We have successfully captured, without a doubt my king, a band of thieves who infiltrated our borders of Assasa to free our human slaves."" The commander chimes in ""What did they exactly think of this great nation, my king, where we would just allow them to trespass our large unflinching walls of Assasa?!"" The king, like a stone wall, sat firmly in his decorated throne chair. After some seconds of processing the information, the king roars ""Throw these useless thieves in the gladiator pit at once!"" "" They'll make a fine combat with our less worthy warriors."" ""Yes, my elder king Moffi, we will obey your wish."" The commader not wanting his let ferocity out. ""Good, now get out of my fucking face, you ilk brethren!"" The commader and the guard hurriedly walk off out of the king's massive doors."
15175,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=25,2014-12-23T03:16:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://oi61.tinypic.com/2ihmck6.jpg""/></div><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bruun, Capital City of Imperial Kylantha</span></div><br/>A row of Venali stood with chains linking them together. They were almost completely naked, except for the loincloths given them. Here they shivered in the cold, having been caught trying to escape Bruun after killing their master and incapacitating his wife and two children. Airdan Miirphys, son of Galather Miirphys, wanted these slaves bound and made to suffer in front of the people of Bruun, showing the rest their kind what the consequences of defiance were. There were 6 slaves in all, and guards of both the Ashryn and Braern peoples were watching them. Some laughing and mocking. The citizens who walked through the square looked upon the Venali with scorn as they passed by.<br/><br/>Above, on the balcony of Bruun's Imperial Palace, Airdan stood leaning on the banister. His eyes were filled with anger towards the slaves below. Not simply because they had killed, but simply because they were there. Though it didn't matter. There was no need for another extermination. Kylantha needed their labor, but to keep their population down, weekly reductions were necessary. Staring out over the mountains of his domain, Airdan sighed. He turned around and returned into his quarters. No need for a throne here. People would speak to him in his quarters directly. Currently, only his beloved wife Myriani was in the room. His two sons and single daughter were in the floors below, likely joking about with the subjects of the palace. Airdan's wife smiled warmly at him as he entered, then returned to the robe which she had been sewing since the day before. The young Emperor sat at her side and placed a hand on hers.<br/><br/>""Myriani, my beloved. I will have to leave Bruun yet again. This time to the land reigned upon by the dwarves of the West.""<br/>he told her in a hushed voice. His wife turned to him with a look of worry, yet she wasn't all worried. Her husband was a strong young man. He could hold out on his own.<br/><br/>""I must be sure that they are no longer accepting Venali scum. More and more slaves have been escaping ever since the North-Western Patron collapsed."" Airdan continued to explain, looking towards the balcony doors for extra drama.<br/><br/>""I understand, Airdan. Go if you must. I will tell the children myself."" said Myriana, kissing her husband on the cheek. ""Remember that my love is always with you.""<br/><br/>""And mine with yours.""<br/><hr/><br/>And so, a scroll was sent to the dwarven kingdom of Glajinard by plumehawk. An adviser released the bird, and it squawked loud and clear before disappearing behind a row of mountaintops.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Leaders of Glajinard, <br/>The Ashryn Emperor, Airdan Miirphys would like to request access into your territory, for a simple visit. With the Emperor are 100 men of the Imperial Kylanthan Guard. He hopes to be able to speak to your High King directly.<br/><br/>Taero Ilyaen, Imperial Adviser</blockquote>"
15176,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=25,2014-12-23T06:07:00,Frostorn,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Realm of Frose</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Frosenar</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Morden Hall</span><br/><br/>Lord Mors Morden sighed as he stood upon his solar balcony. His balcony faced outwards towards the northern coastline, but since Frosenar was built so high up, he could see nothing but clouds when he looked around. Frosenar was the largest city in all of Frose. It was built to stretch between the ring of 9 mountains. 7 mountains for the 7 High Families. 1 for the Order and 1 for the Citadel. Their homes were built into the mountains with occasional protrusions required for extra space and buttress. The City itself was stacked layer upon layer with the lower classes living near the surface.<br/><br/>Mors turned away from the sky with another small sigh, walked over to his paper-strewn desk and sat down. His shadows had sent their reports to him over a period of two days and most were about things he already knew. What he was worried about was the reports about the lands across the eastern sea, especially the one of Alteria. There seemed to be military movement in their capital city of Alinor, but Mors wondered who or what Alteria was preparing against. Finally, after nearly an hour of pondering, he rang the bell for his steward.<br/><br/>""You rang, my lord?"", asked his steward.<br/><br/>""Yes. Send a message to Volerys Notar. Tell him to present himself to Morden Hall by midday tomorrow. I require his services."", replied Mors. His steward nodded and closed the door as he left the Lord's solar.<br/><br/>Mors Morden climbed the stairs to his room and retired for the night."
15177,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=25,2014-12-23T06:22:00,Renetopia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Kerboms, the Dwarvenlands</span><br/><br/>Situated on and beneath the great mountain of Euru, the city of<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://snowskadi.deviantart.com/art/Dwarf-130092214"" rel=""nofollow"">Kerboms</a>, the largest known to Dwarfkind, bustled with excitement. For it was one of the best years for the city. The Dwarves have discovered a whole cave filled with gold from top to bottom. The city and it's people enjoyed their new wealth.<br/><br/>For it's leaders, there were much more important issues. As the High Council met, deep within the underground halls of Kerboms. The representative of Kerboms itself, Busem the Brave, King of Kerboms and the Surrounding Hills, spoke to the others about other Dwarves in the world.<br/><br/>What the Dwarves of the Dwarvenlands had figured out, through trading with the nearby High Elves of Vallorion, is that there is a vast land situated up north that is also populated by Dwarves called Glajinard. The possibility of forming an alliance, a small trading one at best, has excited the High Council. Someone will have to travel up north and physically meet with their leaders, since Dwarves thought sending letters was a sign of disinterest.<br/><br/>It was decided that Busem the Brave, with a small group of diplomat-soldiers (in case the meeting goes either way), set out to Glajinard."
15178,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=25,2014-12-23T06:24:00,Hastiaka,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Archduchy of Alteria<br/>Territories of the High Elven Duchy<br/>Alinor</span></div><br/><br/>The time is nigh. Almost the entire might of Alteria converged into the capitol. Thousands of Elves marched upon the streets shouting the chant;<span style=""font-style: italic"">''Arna'h ti Dresda'h Alteria!''</span>which meant; Forward to Tomorrow Alteria! in Alterian Language. the High Elven soldiers carried golden spears and specters. The mages flanked the back while the Horsemen led the Front Flank. They are ready to defend the city against any threat on earth. In the High walls, the Elite archers of the Archguard readied and armed their weapons. In the towers, the Stronger mages scout the area. In the Temple, the High Sages guard and prepare for the Incoming assault by the crazed magi syndicate.<br/><br/>The Entire Population of Alinor is expecting a single approach by the Powerful mage. His magicks were too powerful for the entire nation to handle. The Grandmage had cast a barrier which will protect the city from negative elements. In the seas, the Navy of Alteria is still expecting the two world leaders to arrive. Meanwhile in neighboring towns and cities, Every store and shop closed. The Inns were filled with people as they lock down their doors. It seemed Alteria was preparing for doomsday."
15179,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=25,2014-12-23T08:44:00,Personal Freedom,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Council Chamber</span></span><br/>A sandy-haired man in a rust colored robe stood before the eight other members of the council. His name was Celegal and he was the most feared man in the land. Today he direly told ill-tidings, or at least tidings as he saw them, to the the garnered council.<br/><br/>""It is an undeniable fact that those around us our militarizing. Both our operatives and the Forest Peoples say so. We need to embrace the fact that war is coming, and we need to be prepared by focusing on defense,"" he stated rather sternly as he stared at his fellow council members.<br/><br/>""You'd like that, wouldn't you? It is your school, Ithon, that specializes in war magic and you'd be favored heavily,"" bitter'y responded Nerwenye Fairchild, a longtime member of the council from a prestigious family. She hand long golden-hair that fell to her back in curls and a ghostly complexion.<br/><br/>""My<span style=""font-style: italic"">fair maiden</span>,"" Celegal began, emphasizing the fact that Nerwenye had no lover despite that fact she was in her second century, something nearly unheard of in society. ""I was suggesting a universal focus on such magic from all the schools. Not what you so cynically expected.""<br/><br/>""Why should we fear an attack now when for centuries we were much weaker. We have not had to fight a war since our founding, in fact, and we've always taken pride in our defenses before. Are we suddenly weak? Can we no longer defend ourselves,"" Ildor, a cautious man and not one to jump into anything unless he was absolutely sure the reasoning behind it was sound.<br/><br/>""It is as I have said before. We have seen militarization and mobilization among our enemies and our neighbors. We can not sit back and we cannot hope for allied support. We have no allies. We are the black sheep of the elven world, attempted usurpers of throne of one the ancient kingdoms. The deeds of our parents are not forgotten, and I doubt that even those to the West would help us if we were attacked. A storm is brewing, a flood is coming, and we are alone in the flood plain,"" Celegal responded.<br/><br/>""Too think that our academies need to be structured like yours―"" Nerwenye began to say but was cut off by the interruption by Ellariel.<br/><br/>""Council members, give him stock. All of the day I have suffered a feeling of unease. There is a strong premonition that something is going to happen. I may not be a diviner, but it... It is not a natural feeling. If what he says is true then surely it is this which I have detected.""<br/><br/>""I too have suffered the same feeling,"" stated Finore Hawkelven, the youngest member of the council. ""The wind whispers dark secrets and preludes to death. The chill crisp air creeps like a phantom. Someway or another death will visit our kingdom. I have foreseen it.""<br/><br/>This discussion continued for a little while with the other four members each voicing there own say on the matter before a five to four vote in favor of increasing focus on military and defenses was passed. On the way out Finore walked with Ellariel back towards her chambers.<br/><br/>""I was nervous I'd have to defend my premonition before the council, but it wasn't just me after all. No one can argue with the feelings of a diviner,"" Ellariel said to Finore as they walked.<br/><br/>""I did not specifically see war... just death... Sorry if I'm not myself. You could say there is a cloud hanging over me.""<br/><br/>""You look pale. Is something wrong?""<br/><br/>""No... I always suffer some from the aftermath of a divination. It leads me weakened mentally and physically. Look, your chambers our just ahead. I must turn back. I think I will use bones to scry and see what more I can learn.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Diviners Study</span></span><br/>The tapestries an fabric that adorned the walls that Finore traveled were beauteous, breathtaking things. The floor in this hallway was organized into a mosaic pattern of shapes before ending at the study. This was Finore's personal study, inside were his tools. Opening the door, he sat down at a desk and began burning some long rods of incense on both sides of the desk. He then cleared the desk of stones and ash from a previous casting before taking out a leather punch and flipping it upside down on to a odd symbol that had been cut into the desk. Bones with burnt on runes littered the desk and he began to read the omens. After the first cast he wrote the runes on a sheet of parchment and began again. After the second casting he shook his head, and repeated for a final time. The omens he saw differently required a full crystal scrying. Suddenly, however a sound caught his intention.<br/><br/>""Hello? Is someone there?"" Finore asked as he approached the direction where he had heard the noise. Several books lay on the floor instead of haphazardly on the bookcase where he had stacked them. It was a bit odd, but he thought nothing of it. Within a moment's time he was sitting in the center of the floor, lit candles surrounding him, a crystal ball in front of him, and incense smoking all around. Her stared into the balls as hundreds of transient images came and went until he focused on what he wished to learn. Startled, he sat transfixed in horror as the future was made known to him. He quickly waved his hand, putting out all the candles through magical force and got up to learn the others―<br/><br/>He then felt the icy sharpness of steel upon his throat, the warm feel of blood gushing down his neck, and the dark cold of death."
15180,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=25,2014-12-23T09:18:00,Nuridia,"'So, what are we to do about the Alterian archduchess?"" ""I mean it would be rude to just leave her hanging but this trade would be good for all our people."" ""Then again, I probably would be betraying my ancestors if worked with somebody who promotes the institution of slavery."" ""I will not trade in slaves with them, no human cargo will be allowed to pass to the kingdom nor will we supply any."" ""I guess we have to leave and meet with her to find out, and Wiz, go get the stuff."" the queen told Wiz after she spoke to Arax. ""The stuff?"" Wiz asked. ""I heard Alteria is a steel-clad place, go find the enchantment that offers temporary protection against iron please."" Ismara asked as shse wrote a letter to the Archduchess, sprinkled it in dust and sent it off. Wiz went off to the library where spells were kept while Ismara wrote to Arianne. ""Hey, majesty?"" ""Doesn't your diadem have the power to create a barrier to protect from iron and magic for a time?"" Eva asked. Ismara touched the intricately ornate but small tiara-like object she was wearing. ""Oh yeah, I forgot about that."" ""Anyway we'll need Wiz's spell if the barrier is broken."" the queen replied.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Lady Arianne, Noble Archduchess of the Land of Alteria,<br/>We have just received your message wishing to host an audience and treat with us. I asgree hat this transaction may be beneficial to all our people as trade helps an economy grow very prosperous. Forgive this message being so short, but we will meet with you and discuss the terms of this new trade alliance at your earliest convienience. I hope that you do not mind that I will bring along a few members of my council as well, as this involves them too.<br/>Ismara Feirell, Queen of Faelona.</span>"
15181,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=25,2014-12-23T09:25:00,Tomia,"Arax nodded to Ismara, ""My country would not be interested in a slave trade either, but you're right that an economic partnership could help us both."" He read the letter Ismara wrote before she sent it off. He couldn't help but think that she was a skilled diplomat. She was certainly a more wise ruler than he was, although he had just started his reign and hoped to become a better king."
15182,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=25,2014-12-23T09:55:00,New Nassrau,"<span style=""color: #800000""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Latin Remnant<br/>Constantinople</span></div></span></span><br/><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/oWItLew.jpg?3""/></div><br/><br/>""Oh how mixed life is. The misfortune of one is the victory for another. Romans all around have feelings of mistrust. Thats for very good reason. Beasts. Its taught in the schools, and its passed down through the families. It was<span style=""font-style: italic"">them</span>who caused the fall. It was<span style=""font-style: italic"">them</span>that murdered thousands, possibly millions. It was<span style=""font-style: italic"">them</span>that put us in this state. One does not question the teachers and elders, do they? Knowledge is a luxury these days, ever since Rome fell. Thousands of important books were lost in the chaos, and Constantinople's Royal Library holds the only true knowledge. Roman citizens know why the Empire fell, but it is a partial truth. Locked away, guarded by hundreds of soldiers, the books in the Royal Library tell the real truth. Humanity is also at fault. We spread past our boundaries. We leaped from Italy, and with a force never seen before, smashed all rivals across the Mediterranean. Quite an outstanding feat. Yet, Humanity hungered for more, and Roman armies marched through Gaul and England. We marched to the furthest reaches of Iberia and the Desert. What did it bring us? Riches. Riches beyond belief. In the process, we found our God with the death of Christ, but even then, Religion could not save us from greed. We became lazy, cruel, and oppressive. We made the mistake of allowing these... supernatural,<span style=""font-style: italic"">non-human</span>beasts into our army! When Atilla came, it was no wonder that the beasts rebelled against us, sacked the holy city of Rome, and marched on Constantinople. Were it not for the Emperor's discovery of magic, we would have been all dead long ago. Romans from all around escaped to Greece and Anatolia. The new heart of the Roman Empire, Constantinople, kept us safe, but the cracks were clear. We are called Remnant for a reason. Rome has lost its glory, and its citizens are ashamed. We are fighting for our survival, against a world that wants all humans dead. We have locked down our borders, and have not ventured out since the West fell. Time will tell if our way of life can survive for any longer....""<br/><br/>The Emperor closed the book. It was, indeed, well worded like the rest, but just as gloomy. He looked at his Empress. She could care less about history, the only thing she cares about is fine dining. He rolled his eyes back to the book. It was written just like every other book in the Empire. Nostalgic. Always talking about the fall, and survival against all odds. Emperor Valentine IV is from a long line of Romans that escaped to the East. He can trace his ancestry pretty far back... but any further and those records have been lost. Roman society has changed, and the wonders of magic have been a mixed bag. The holy authority has denounced magic as being dangerous, and only holy orders and holy men may use it. It is odd. In an army, you have battle hardened swordsmen fighting alongside priests and bishops who cast out spells. The magic revealed to man is known as Light Magic. It is the color of gold and its texture is like rays of sunlight. It is piercing, scalding, and powerful. Spells have been made that use the magic in various ways. From small bolts, to beams from the sky, who knows what the bishops come up with nowadays. A military advisor runs in the room. Thats usually not a good sign. He speaks as he unfurls a map.<br/><br/>""My Emperor, I bring fourth terrible news."" He waited for a response, anything from the Emperor, and after hearing nothing, continued. ""Our easternmost fortress, Manzikert, has fallen!"" Yet another piece of the empire is gone.<br/>Valentine responded, the tone of his voice was tired. ""What is it this time? Do we even know?""<br/>The advisor gulped. ""Raiders most likely.... but... we do not know.""<br/>""I've heard enough, you may leave.""<br/>""But.... sir!""<br/>""LEAVE.""<br/><br/>Valentine couldn't handle any more news. Every month, something falls. Unless something directly threatened Constantinople, he didn't care anymore. His wife, however, was different. Laodice. She was the Empire's beauty. Born and raised in Antioch, she is descended from the royal family of the long gone Seleucid Empire. On a visit to Antioch, Valentine was young and escaped the royal procession to a wine seller. She found him there and history was made. Laodice, however, did not give off smarts, but she is knowledgable. More than once, has she had to goad he husband into action about an issue. In fact, she has led the country when her husband fell to illness for a week. During the short periods of her rule, she quietly passed laws and reforms. Empress Laodice has a 1 year old son with Valentine. Its hard to be both an Empress and a mother. Valentine looks down on her, as the years have passed, yet he has gone off her advice on a myriad of times.<br/><br/>Laodice looked over at her husband. She could see the desperation. This attitude of his needed to end. In fact, the attitude of the entire nation needed to end. But what was she to do? She was a woman, yes, an Empress, but still subservient to her husband. Laodice, in fact, has many bright ideas for the Empire, but Valentine IV would most likely oppose. Even if it is to help Rome, Valentine puts no effort into anything. She speaks to him.<br/>""My darling, what is your agenda today?""<br/>He looks over, ""The usual, we shall have a meeting of the situation in the Empire, then a feast""<br/>""That is all? Lets go on a tour around the country, give the people some hope.""<br/>""Hope? All the morale they need is just to look in our direction, they don't need it""<br/>""Yes they do! I have received thousands of letters from across the empire. All written by women, they want more for them, and for everyone else! People are tired of being afraid, of being scared. They want a leader, and I thin- AAAAH!""<br/><br/>Valentine grabbed her upper arm. ""I am their leader, Laodice, and I do not want to hear more of your hopeful crap! They have me as their leader, and I have been doing what my forefathers did. What is wrong with that?""<br/><br/>Laodice backed away and went to the doorway, she turned her head towards him. ""Everything is wrong with that, Valentine. Your forefathers did nothing, and you are following right in their footsteps!"" She walked away from the throne room."
15183,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=25,2014-12-23T10:16:00,Glajinard,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Muzaffarnagar-Saharanpur, Naga Realm of Uttar</span><br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Harbertia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=22888648#p22888648"">wrote</a>:</cite>A muscular man looked upon it scrutinizing it, and nodded towards his Rajah who then sat. He stroked his beard before beckoning with his finger towards one of the dancers, and with his head towards another from the other side of the rug. The two soldiers also came up from behind the company to join the two woman. Each pair stood next to their Rajah who looked towards the emissary, his hands reaching out to either side where the four stood.<br/><br/>The adviser then spoke, ""His Eminence had decided that the emissary of the great Senachal Varel Issiksson shall decide a servant for his master.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The Glajinardi emissary was surprised by the turn of events, although he assumed that being allowed to pick showed a great respect for himself. He bowed to the Rajah in thanks, before looking closely at the four possibilities. He assumed that all the four were deadly assassins, as that was what the letter had requested. He weighed the options in his mind. The males looked physically stronger, but the women were lithe and acrobatic. He decided that the latter was more important when choosing an assassin.<br/><br/>He pointed to the first woman, and bowed again to the Rajah. He spoke to the adviser, ""Sir, it would be the pleasure of the Seneschal if the first woman would join us in Gikerahaf.""<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Gikerahaf, Glajinard</span><br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=22889642#p22889642"">wrote</a>:</cite>And so, a scroll was sent to the dwarven kingdom of Glajinard by plumehawk. An adviser released the bird, and it squawked loud and clear before disappearing behind a row of mountaintops. <br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Leaders of Glajinard, <br/>The Ashryn Emperor, Airdan Miirphys would like to request access into your territory, for a simple visit. With the Emperor are 100 men of the Imperial Kylanthan Guard. He hopes to be able to speak to your High King directly.<br/><br/>Taero Ilyaen, Imperial Adviser</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Another meeting with the Ashryns?"" said High King Lakrir. He intensely disliked the Ashryn, as did most Glajinardi dwarves. The two races were ancient enemies, who had lived in a state of distrustful peace for many years.<br/><br/>""Yes sir, how shall I respond?"" said the Chamberlain. The Chamberlain was the head of the royal household, and had received the letter by plumehawk earlier today. Previous Ashryn Emperors and Glajinardi High Kings had realized they would need to maintain contact to preserve the peace, so they had set up direct messenger-bird lines between palaces. The Ashyrn used plumehawks, while the Glajinardi used ravens.<br/><br/>The High King mused for a moment before drafting his response, which the Chamberlain quickly attached to a raven and sent back to Bruun.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Kingdom of Glajinard</span></span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">To Taero Ilyaen, Imperial Adviser</span><br/><br/>Sir, his majesty the High King agrees to your request for a meeting. He will await your arrival at the city of Arbamthaz, near the border. <br/><br/>Signed, <br/>Chamberlain Nikrul Bornsson</blockquote><br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Renetopia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=22890714#p22890714"">wrote</a>:</cite>What the Dwarves of the Dwarvenlands had figured out, through trading with the nearby High Elves of Vallorion, is that there is a vast land situated up north that is also populated by Dwarves called Glajinard. The possibility of forming an alliance, a small trading one at best, has excited the High Council. Someone will have to travel up north and physically meet with their leaders, since Dwarves thought sending letters was a sign of disinterest.<br/><br/>It was decided that Busem the Brave, with a small group of diplomat-soldiers (in case the meeting goes either way), set out to Glajinard.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>After much traveling overland and some over sea, the emissaries from the Dwarvenlands arrived in Glajinard. They arrived in one of the coastal villages of the Vanelli, and were quickly seen to a local representative of the King. He, in turn, set them up with a group of Glajinardi soldiers traveling back to the capital. The soldiers were part of the Knights of Ndakh, a military order that served as the national military. After several more days of travel they arrived in the capital of Gikerahaf. After being given accommodations, the emissary was shown into the office of the Chancellor.<br/><br/>""Welcome to Gikerahaf emissary, it is a pleasure to finally meet a member of the Southern Dwarves."" said the Chancellor, using the term the Glajinardi used to refer to the Dwarvenlands, ""I'm afraid the High King has been called away on very important business, but I am authorized to speak in his name while he is absent."""
15184,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=25,2014-12-23T10:28:00,Nuridia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Tomia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=22891833#p22891833"">wrote</a>:</cite>Arax nodded to Ismara, ""My country would not be interested in a slave trade either, but you're right that an economic partnership could help us both."" He read the letter Ismara wrote before she sent it off. He couldn't help but think that she was a skilled diplomat. She was certainly a more wise ruler than he was, although he had just started his reign and hoped to become a better king.</div></blockquote><br/>""Wonderful, now we have to all get ready for the trip."" Eva's fingers would eventually heal on their own, good thing they didn't linger on the iron for too long. Wiz's magic and the bandages would hopefully prevent scarring. ""Now I'm going to go get the council and the official papers and you alldo what you need to in order to get ready for the journey."" 'Wiz, did you get the spell?"" Ismara asked. ""Got it."" Wiz said, holding up a scroll. Ismara nodded in approval as she went to go carry out her duties. ""Maybe we can go and tour Faelona again and visit all our favorite places just like we used to when we were all little kids."" 'Won't that be fun?"" Eva asked, trying to resolve tension in the room."
15185,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=25,2014-12-23T10:48:00,Tomia,"Arax didn't like how formal and cold Ismara was now, though that was understandable. It was his fault anyway. He hoped he would get a chance to speak to her alone soon to apologize. He was pulled out of his thoughts by Eva. He couldn't help but smile at her childish optimism. ""Sure Eva, that sounds like fun. How are your fingers, they don't hurt too bad right?"" He asked her as they spoke. Arax had always been protective of her, they had a very close relationship before he left."
15186,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=25,2014-12-23T11:11:00,Krugmar,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">The Aklaan Domain</span></span></div><hr/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Aklaivar - Outer city<br/>Jevath Uverleth - Keenorili</span><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Jevath Uverleth""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/EMPmhti.jpg""/></div></div></div></div><hr/><br/><br/>Jevath made his way through the streets of the Outer regions of Aklaivar. This was the built up area around the Oasis, inhabited by the lesser members of the houses and the place where foreign dignitaries (though rare) were allowed to reside. The exception being the Foreign Canton, which was reserved for only the wealthiest of foreigners and best of ambassadors to stay in. The other Cantons were completely off limits, unless a certain foreigner was given special permission and even then they would be escorted by guards. Even lesser members of the Houses, like Jevath, were barred from entering the main city and Eleni, the tribesman, were completely banned from entering it.<br/><br/>Jevath was a member of House Keenoril, his family the Uverleth's had been in the House for generations. It was rare for families to switch houses, and rare for individuals to cut ties with their old families and join a new House. Jevath however was a lower member of the House, being a simple Oathman. This relegated him to simple guard duty in the outer city and barred him from access to the main city. His father, Azak, was slightly more important, being a Lawman and able to enter the Hall of Justice. Azak worked mainly on scribe duty, helping to copy down the laws, mainly because he was too old to be fit for guard duty. Hopefully Jevath would be able to rise through the ranks quicker than his father, though his family had been Oathmen and Lawmen forever. It was better than being simple Retainers and Hirelings though.<br/><br/>It was late and the streets were mainly abandoned, he made his way through the Seventh District. It was a relatively nice district, he knew many people here and thought it a nice place to live. His family were lucky enough to live in the Second District in a large manor, despite the district usually being reserved for Kinsman. They had been in the House long enough to deserve the ranking of Kinsman, yet many a time it had been granted to other not as worthy families.<br/><br/>His thoughts were interrupted by a noise from a nearby street, some movement could be seen. Jevath approached it slowly holding his torch out in front of him.<span style=""font-style: italic""> Probably just a loose Gizzak</span>he though. Then he heard running, it was growing louder and seemed to be coming closer. He put his hand to his hilt and prepared for the worst. Out of the street came a foreigner, some kind of elf. He barreled into Jevath and caused them both to tumble over.<br/><br/>The elf spoke some kind of nonsense that Jevath couldn't understand. Jevath pulled himself to his feet, having dropped the torch, and drew his sword. ""Who are you outlander?"" asked Jevath, not in a good mood at all. The elf began shouting more nonsense at Jevath, he didn't seem to be able to talk the proper language. ""Answer me or pay with your blood"" continued Jevath, how dare a foreigner assault him on this night.<br/><br/>The elf seemed to understand what Jevath had said. Quickly he whipped out a knife and stabbed Jevath in the side through a gap in his armour. ""You n'wah! I'll-"" started Jevath, clumsily throwing about his sword until the elf put the dagger through the opening in his helm and silenced him. The elf quickly fled the scene, running off into the night and escaping Aklaivar. It would be around half an hour until another Keenorili found the corpse of Jevath. Riots would occur the next day as anti-foreigner sentiment rose dramatically. The Uverleth family would mourn the loss of one of their sons, but would soon find themselves in a much stronger position."
15187,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=25,2014-12-23T11:22:00,Personal Freedom,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Diviner's Study</span></span><br/>It was hours before they found the body or at least what was lift of it. It would have been much longer had not Ellariel, in her own uneasiness, gone to see Finore in his study. Her shrill scream had alerted the guards and soon the whole council was gathered at the scene of the crime. The bones lay smashed and scattered, bookshelves were toppled over, and the crystal ball shattered, but that was not the hideousness of the crime. Finore's body had been beheaded, and then skull removed from the severed head, leaving a mass of flesh, hair, and brain on the floor. For a long time no one spoke, but then Celegal spoke in a angered tone.<br/><br/>""This atrocity is beneath what any elf, even a hated Tuatha de Danann, would do! The head destroyed so that we may not speak to the spirit within the skull, the skull which was taken as a trophy! I declare this the work of a lizard!"" he shouted unsheaving his knife.<br/><br/>""We have no proof, Celegal,"" Ildor stated calmly. ""Any creature with hands able to grip a sword could have killed Finore.""<br/><br/>""An elf butcher another and take the skull? This I cannot believe, Ildor!""<br/><br/>""Nor can I,"" echoed Golfeanas Reedbow, a young, mostly silent, councilmen.<br/><br/>""I too do not believe it to be done by an elf. Its too messy,"" Nerwenye stated. ""But how would a creature get into the palace, let alone this study?""<br/><br/>""Ellariel, you were here first, did you see anything?""<br/><br/>Ellariel just stood there shaking and looking nearly as pale as the corpse.<br/><br/>""Celegal, you crass! Can't you see she is shaken up by this murder? She was the closest to the diviner of any of us.""<br/><br/>""Now listen here,<span style=""font-style: italic""> my fair maiden</span>. It is imperative to our security―""<br/><br/>""Shut up!"" Ellariel said rather suddenly. She looked angry but also as if she might weep. ""The window was open... It still is. That is all I saw.""<br/><br/>""There? That window would would be unable to be opened from the outside. That means the murderer would have had to be in the castle prior to the murder,"" Ildor stated.<br/><br/>""Why do we say murderer when we surely mean lizard?"" Gilminye Silverleaf, the third female on the council butted into the conversation. She was seen as one of most impulsive of the council.<br/><br/>""Look! If that was true someone would have to helped a lizard into the palace!"" responded Elengor, the last mage on the council and now the youngest by fate,<br/><br/>""Its seems to me that there is traitor in this palace. A traitor in this very room! Obviously someone on the council did not want him to scry and reveal the truth about a plot to invade the kingdom!""<br/><br/>""Now, your just speaking in conspiracy theories, Gilminye. Look, everyone should go back to their quarters. Guards will be posted and you are not to leave without escort. Tomorrow we'll hold an emergency convening and see a new representative from Donoras elected. We are not about to go to war over bigoted suspicions,"" Ildor stated firmly and they did as he said."
15188,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=50,2014-12-23T11:30:00,Renetopia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Renetopia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=22890714#p22890714"">wrote</a>:</cite>What the Dwarves of the Dwarvenlands had figured out, through trading with the nearby High Elves of Vallorion, is that there is a vast land situated up north that is also populated by Dwarves called Glajinard. The possibility of forming an alliance, a small trading one at best, has excited the High Council. Someone will have to travel up north and physically meet with their leaders, since Dwarves thought sending letters was a sign of disinterest.<br/><br/>It was decided that Busem the Brave, with a small group of diplomat-soldiers (in case the meeting goes either way), set out to Glajinard.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>After much traveling overland and some over sea, the emissaries from the Dwarvenlands arrived in Glajinard. They arrived in one of the coastal villages of the Vanelli, and were quickly seen to a local representative of the King. He, in turn, set them up with a group of Glajinardi soldiers traveling back to the capital. The soldiers were part of the Knights of Ndakh, a military order that served as the national military. After several more days of travel they arrived in the capital of Gikerahaf. After being given accommodations, the emissary was shown into the office of the Chancellor. <br/><br/>""Welcome to Gikerahaf emissary, it is a pleasure to finally meet a member of the Southern Dwarves."" said the Chancellor, using the term the Glajinardi used to refer to the Dwarvenlands, ""I'm afraid the High King has been called away on very important business, but I am authorized to speak in his name while he is absent.""</div></blockquote><br/>Busem the Brave was impressed with this place. It's towns were much larger than those in the homelands he was used to. It was also...low. The Kerorem were a mountain dwelling people, not used to lowlands and seas.<br/><br/>Busem spoke to the Chancellor. ""My name is Busem the Brave, the King of Kerboms and and the Surrounding Hills. It is an honor to meet you, Chancellor, and anyone of our northern brethren. I suppose you are curious as to why I'm here, visiting your kingdom.<br/><br/>We have known for generations that there were more Dwarves up north, but we never really knew where. Our traders trade with the Elvish traders west of us, and they have learned about this kingdom called Glajinard. The High Council was intrigued, especially me.<br/><br/>We're planning to stay for about a week, before we go back home. But fret not, it won't be the last time I come here. It's nice out here. The scenery is breathtaking.<br/><br/>Anyway, I have brought gems from the Dwarvenlands, the finest diamonds and rubies of the Alps. I am here mostly because of trade, as well as learning about your culture, which I believe is a bit different than ours, seeing if there is a possibility of a future alliance, and trying out the local mead. I sincerely hope our visit won't be a bother."""
15189,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=50,2014-12-23T11:47:00,Nuridia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Tomia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=22892544#p22892544"">wrote</a>:</cite>Arax didn't like how formal and cold Ismara was now, though that was understandable. It was his fault anyway. He hoped he would get a chance to speak to her alone soon to apologize. He was pulled out of his thoughts by Eva. He couldn't help but smile at her childish optimism. ""Sure Eva, that sounds like fun. How are your fingers, they don't hurt too bad right?"" He asked her as they spoke. Arax had always been protective of her, they had a very close relationship before he left.</div></blockquote><br/>""They're sore an everything, but I think I'll be okay eventually."" Eva said, holding up her carefully bandaged fingers. Ismara came back dressed in a fine feather cloak and she had transfigured her gown into autumn shades and a higher neckline. ""Alright, we move out."" the queen said, ordering everybody to gather around her. She chanted a spell and her staff started to glow while Wiz drew the circle. It was a complicated and very tricky spell, teleportation and it needed to be done exactly right. Finally a green light appeared and they floated in the air before disappearing, transporting them to the land of Alteria."
15190,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=50,2014-12-23T11:53:00,Tomia,"Arax frowned at Eva's response. ""Don't worry Eva, I'm sure we'll find something to make you feel better."" Arax had gathered his things that he brought to Faelona and brought a few of his guards with him as well. He watched as Ismara preformed a spell and was amazed by it. It had been years since he had seen fairy magic. Suddenly there was a flash of green light and they were all transported away."
15191,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=50,2014-12-23T18:36:00,Personal Freedom,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Ildor's Chambers</span></span><br/>A soft rapping on the door alerted Ildor of someone's presence. Ildor made his way to the door, flung it open, and was surprised to see Ellariel standing at the door in her night-robe.<br/><br/>""Ellariel, its an odd hour of the night, what are you doing here? Pray tell me you didn't come alone?""<br/><br/>""I didn't... I had guards escort me. I'm sorry. I just couldn't sleep,"" she answered weakly. He motioned her to take a chair and he sat across from her as she spoak.<br/><br/>""It must be very hard for you... Finore being so close,"" Ildor stated as he noted her rather unhealthy look and reddened eyes.<br/><br/>""That is not what I come to speak about,"" she responded glancing nervously over her shoulder.<br/><br/>""There is nothing to fear―""<br/><br/>""Both you and I know that is not true. A killer haunts these very halls and tomorrow the council will likely vote us into war. We have everything to fear.""<br/><br/>""No one wants war,"" Ildor assured her. He fidgeted uncomfortably in his seat at the thought. ""And I'm not so sure we have a traitor in our midst,""<br/><br/>""Really? Gilminye seems more than ready to go to war, and I'd expect Celegal to side with her. Elengor will most likely follow. And how did Finore die?""<br/><br/>""Golfeanas is a thinker. He'll probably see reason. Finore... his death warrants investigation. It could have been an assassination without any help from within the castle.""<br/><br/>""I'm not so confident about anything,"" Ellariel said raising her voice. ""I don't even know if we can count on Nerwenye in this vote. Just as the others... she seemed sure the murderer was no elf.""<br/><br/>""If it will help ease your mind, we can't vote on war tomorrow due to a technicality. We need nine members. An election must be held. That gives us at least a week to change minds and tensions to cool.""<br/><br/>""But what of Donoras. They could elect anyone!"" she said in a flurry of emotion, standing up and walking towards the window.<br/><br/>""Calm down, child. I have been on the council for centuries. I can predict how this vote will go!""<br/><br/>""Do you not see war?""<br/><br/>""War is unavoidable. Be it the Tuatha de Danann or the lizards, it is coming. The important thing is to fight it on our own terms.""<br/><br/>""Even you, Ildor? Is the whole council war mad?""<br/><br/>""I'm a realist, child. The armies of our neighbors are ready to march upon us. We must be prepared.""<br/><br/>""I am not a child and don't need to be lectured like one.""<br/><br/>""You're barely into your first century, girl and you didn't have to come to me.""<br/><br/>""I'll be leaving then, since I appear to out stayed my welcome,"" Ellariel stated slamming the door behind. She then returned to her room under an armed escort.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Avalon</span></span><br/>Words of ill-tidings spread faster than good news and the death of a council members had far reaching ramifications. Instead of the the normal bustle of the city the streets were deserted, guards patrolled the grounds of the palace on high alert, and there was a deathly silence in the air. Every house seemed dark as night hung low over the cities normally busy districts. Even the docks were empty. It was a dreadfully eerie feeling that seemed to even cause the animals uneasiness. It was as if a curse had befallen the city, as if a plague would strike down all life, but all it was in reality was fear. A budding fear that could only grow with every moment that the murderer was not found. A fear that could easily lead to paranoia. Paranoia that could easily lead to war, and war that could only lead to destruction."
15192,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=50,2014-12-23T18:43:00,Nuridia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Tomia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=22893093#p22893093"">wrote</a>:</cite>Arax frowned at Eva's response. ""Don't worry Eva, I'm sure we'll find something to make you feel better."" Arax had gathered his things that he brought to Faelona and brought a few of his guards with him as well. He watched as Ismara preformed a spell and was amazed by it. It had been years since he had seen fairy magic. Suddenly there was a flash of green light and they were all transported away.</div></blockquote><br/>When the Faelonian and Waltu royals arrived at Alteria and were amazed. Everything was painted white and blue with flags flying high and proudly in the breeze. ""I've never seen so much white in blue ever in one place."" ""Im my life."" Eva said, her large eyes scanning the new city. There was no doubt that the High Elven Archduchy was beautiful and it was very ornate, like a golden city, a jewel in a fancy crown. ""Well, I suppose we ask one of these soldiers to help us find our way to the palace or is there already an escort waiting for us?"" the Faery Queen mused. Wiz looked around, also amazed by the place."
15193,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=50,2014-12-23T18:46:00,Hastiaka,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Archduchy of Alteria<br/>Territories of the High Elven Duchy<br/>Alinor</span><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://jolstatic.fr/www/captures/946/0/23480-800.jpg""/></div><br/><br/>Preparations were intense. The two leaders of the Known world were to visit the Archduchy. The three hundred strong Dukes and Duchess gathered in the Throne room. While the Archguard and the Entire military might of Alteria is standing by. Albeit nervous, the Archduchess gathered the High Sages of the Goddess. However, the looks on the face of the Sages were grim.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">''My Archduchess, The reason why the Syndicate is so strong is because they stole the orb of the goddess. Without the orb, our goddess is powerless! We need more allies if we are to stop the Syndicate. Else, the entire culture of the Alterian race would be wiped out from history.''</span><br/><br/>With that in place, the Archduchess nodded and the Sages went back to the High temple. Thousands of Noble Alterians lined up in the sidewalks of the Main white road. The road was made of marble colored in white and blue. The poles were adorned with Alterian Banners while the Entire city were bringing their flags and were waving it. Meanwhile, the Alterian Constables were on high alert. The Border fortress were on high alert too. Today was the day that Alteria will host a summit for another leader.<br/><br/>The City was ready. Gold, White and Blue adorned every corner of the city. The Escorts were ready for the incoming leaders.<br/>Lieutenant Aledra was the finest among the Archguard. She waved at the leaders and led them to their Golden-clad carriage. Inside the carriage, Exotic food and drinks. The best wines in the world were being served to the Leaders."
15194,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=50,2014-12-23T19:00:00,Tomia,"When they arrived, Arax looked around the impressive cutt. It seemed as if there were great preparations made for them. Arab saw the large carriage arrive and turned to Asmara. ""It seems that's for us."" He said to her as he as the first to go inside. It was elaborate and elegant. ""Well, our hosts really went through a lot to receive us."" Arax said to his friends as they rode off toward the palace as they were escorted by soldiers."
15195,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=50,2014-12-23T19:13:00,Nuridia,"""Amazing!"" ""Our carriages are pastel colors and we don't have many!"" Eva breathed as she climbed into the carriage, followed by Queen Ismara and then Wiz when Arax climbed in. They thanked the carriage staff for the food and Eva, ever curious was looking through the exotic foods and the fine wine. ""This is gorgeous!"" ""How come we don't have a lot of fancy carriages Ismara?"" the redhead asked her cousin. ""Because Fae don't need them, we usually fly everywhere except in bad weather."" ""You know this."" the queen told the teenager as she took a sip of wine. ""This is the best wine I have ever had, the High Elves sure know opulence I'll give them that."" Wiz said drinking from his cup."
15196,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=50,2014-12-23T19:23:00,Hastiaka,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Archduchy of Alteria<br/>Territories of the High Elven Duchy<br/>Alinor</span></div><br/><br/><br/>Passing by several thousand cheering citizens and Grand and extravagant buildings, they arrive at the Grand Palace of the Archduchy. Filled with thousands more, the Archguard greeted them and started to escort them to the Palace. As they enter, they would see a Blue-crystal door. Further in, they would see the Golden fountain with Marble pillars surrounding it. The entire palace was illuminated. Every focal point. The Nobles would shake the hands of the leaders. Nearing the Throne Room, they were offered chocolates. The best there is. They would see the Human Peasants are not actually peasants but rather freemen. Some of the Humans shook their hands while too wearing fine clothing. As they enter the Throne Room, they are blinded by the Gold and colors of the surrounding area. The Dukes and Duchess would clap their hands as the leaders enter."
15197,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=50,2014-12-23T21:05:00,Glajinard,"<span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Gikerahaf, Glajinard</span></span><br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Renetopia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=22892857#p22892857"">wrote</a>:</cite>Busem spoke to the Chancellor. ""My name is Busem the Brave, the King of Kerboms and and the Surrounding Hills. It is an honor to meet you, Chancellor, and anyone of our northern brethren. I suppose you are curious as to why I'm here, visiting your kingdom...<br/><br/>Anyway, I have brought gems from the Dwarvenlands, the finest diamonds and rubies of the Alps. I am here mostly because of trade, as well as learning about your culture, which I believe is a bit different than ours, seeing if there is a possibility of a future alliance, and trying out the local mead. I sincerely hope our visit won't be a bother.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>When Busem introduced himself the Chancellor's expression became shocked, when he finished speaking he bowed. ""I'm sorry your Majesty, we were unaware that you were royalty in addition to being an emissary. We will be happy to move your accommodations to the palace.""<br/><br/>The Chancellor looked at the gemstones Busem had brought with him. The diamonds and rubies were of the highest quality, shining brilliantly.<br/><br/>""These are amazing sir, truly the equal of anything found here in Glajinard. I'm sure the High King will find some excellent purpose for them. Speaking of the High King,"" Rarnol continued, ""while I am capable of discussing the matters of trade and diplomacy with you, I'm sure you would like to discuss them with the High King himself. He is currently in Arbamthaz, a city to the southeast, where he will soon meet with the Emperor of the neighboring Ashryns.""<br/><br/>The Chancellor brought out a<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://s12.postimg.org/s9xkp5v0t/Untitled.png"" rel=""nofollow"">map</a>of Glajinard to show Busem. He pointed to the star representing Gikerahaf, and the most southeastern gold dot representing Arbamthaz.<br/><br/>""He will be returning within 5-6 days, which would be towards the end of your journey, however it would take only a little over one day to travel there yourself. You may do so, or you may await his arrival here. A third option is, of course, simply negotiating with me. All these options are yours to choose from.""<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Arbamthaz, Glajinard</span><br/><br/>After a day of traveling, High King Lakrir and his entourage had arrived at Arbamthaz. He patted his mount, a large polar bear named Garsik. Garsik came from a long line of polar bears kept in the royal stables. The High King was the only dwarf, by feudal right, permitted to ride polar bears. The Knights of Ndakh held a similar right to ride brown bears. Other dwarves relied on elk for transport, while Venali use sturdy ponies. Satyrs usually do not ride, being able to keep pace with most mounts.<br/><br/>The King was accompanied by his Satyr Guard, as well as his Marshal, Ges Vasaksson. Ever distrustful of the Ashryn, Vasaksson had had an easy time convincing Lakrir to devote an additional 100 members of the Knights of Ndakh to complement the city militia. They had been filing in from various local outposts throughout the day. He also had the squadron of the Griffin Corps based in Devruoeh on stand by. Neither the High King nor the Marshal expected trouble, this was not the first time the Ashryn had requested a meeting, but they were not about to be caught unaware.<br/><br/>As they approached the city gates trumpets blasted to welcome the High King and announce his arrival to the city. Unlike Gikerahaf, but like most other dwarven cities, the gatehouse was the only exposed part of Arbamthaz. It was a formidable structure however. Ever since the Ashryn War long ago, the people of Arbamthaz had focused on making their city impenetrable.<br/><br/>The High King saluted the guards as they crossed the threshold of the gates. Waiting just inside was Duke Dkag Fotminsson, the leader of the city. With him were several members of the city council, with whom the Duke shared power. Lakrir and Dkag were old friends, and he embraced him in a hug.<br/><br/>""It's good to see you again Dkag."" said Lakrir.<br/><br/>""You too sire,"" said Dkag, with a mischievous grin, ""and there's more of you to see than ever!""<br/><br/>Both dwarves laughed heartily. ""I insist you stay in the city palace with me."" said Dkag.<br/><br/>""No old friend,"" said the High King, ""I want to stay here in the gatehouse, to meet the Ashryn Emperor as soon as he arrives. You know as well as I do that our honor demands no Ashryn ever enter this city, after what they did. So I want to intercept him outside the gates.""<br/><br/>Dkag nodded solemnly, ""Well said, I suppose I will come out here to join you then. In the meantime I will have a pavilion set up outside, for you to host the Emperor in."""
15198,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=50,2014-12-23T21:31:00,Jamjai,"<span style=""font-style: italic"">At the palace mess hall</span><br/><br/>King Moffi carelessly lifts up huge jug of milk. ""For Assasa!"" The minatuars roar with pride. ""Heroes and legend of Assasa!"" goes the king. Suddenly, the king chokes down his cup of milk. For a second his body shuts down and then he recovers from unexpected disturbance. ""Are you all right my king."" Yes, i'm alright, I'm doing fine Goldhoof, my brethren."" King Moffi gives a slap on Goldhoof's left shoulder. ""Your the best warrior of the White Hoofs, Goldhoof."" ""And now-suddenly the king collapses to the ground with a loud thump. King Moffi, my king!"" Everyone at the mess hall eyes went white with shock.<br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">At the local gladiator arena</span><br/><br/><br/>""Let loose the thieves"" cries the guardsman overlooking the the pit. A horn blows and the gate opens. The thieves cautiously pour into the battlefield. Ahhhhh! cries a black hood ed dagger-wielding thief. I will taste your blood!"" roars one of the minataur twins. The minataur unexpectedly charges at the thieves. Some of the members start to scramble from the minataur's charge. The minataur's sharpened horns locks into the shocked target and slams his body into the wall, a barrier between the pit and the audience. The audience let out roars and stomping their hoofs. The minataur picks up the now dead body and cuts his right arm with a dagger. He lifts his dead enemy arm upside down to his, centimeters away, to his mouth. The overflowing fresh blood gushes down the minataur's throat, spilling blood over the the edges. He finally takes a huge gulp and then chokes out some of the blood. Recovering from the short experience he just had, he musters out ""That was tasty."""
15199,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=50,2014-12-23T21:46:00,Nuridia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Hastiaka <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=22897671#p22897671"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Archduchy of Alteria<br/>Territories of the High Elven Duchy<br/>Alinor</span></div><br/><br/><br/>Passing by several thousand cheering citizens and Grand and extravagant buildings, they arrive at the Grand Palace of the Archduchy. Filled with thousands more, the Archguard greeted them and started to escort them to the Palace. As they enter, they would see a Blue-crystal door. Further in, they would see the Golden fountain with Marble pillars surrounding it. The entire palace was illuminated. Every focal point. The Nobles would shake the hands of the leaders. Nearing the Throne Room, they were offered chocolates. The best there is. They would see the Human Peasants are not actually peasants but rather freemen. Some of the Humans shook their hands while too wearing fine clothing. As they enter the Throne Room, they are blinded by the Gold and colors of the surrounding area. The Dukes and Duchess would clap their hands as the leaders enter.</div></blockquote><br/>""Wow, this is an amazing palace!"" ""Ours is amazing too, but not as shiny."" ""It's covered all over with gold and crystal."" Eva said as they traveled through the palace and shook the hands of the human freedman and then they were offered chocolates. 'Oh, thank you."" ""I'll take twelve!"" Wiz said, taking a few but a cough from Ismara made sure he didn't take too many. ""Forgive my friend, he can't control himself around sugar I'm afraid."" the queen said, eating her own chocolates and turning to the nobles. They thanked the nobles and glided into the room, everybody dipped into a small bow at the clapping of hands. ""Your Ducal Highnesses, it's good to be here."" Ismara told the gathered Dukes and Duchess."
15200,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=50,2014-12-23T22:00:00,New Abrahammia,"Anihc begins to boycott all nations that have slaves. This is put pressure on those nations to stop their slavery. This means no tea for those nations. Anihc asks other nations to join Anihc in this boycott to protect basic human rights for all mankind. Anihc has built much of their large road, which now is only used to transport things from one part of Anihc to another."
15201,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=50,2014-12-23T22:09:00,Tomia,"Arax was a little overwhelmed by the crowds and eccentric atmosphere. He came from a much simpler land and personally preferred it that way. Still, he was sure there was much he could learn from this new land. He entered with his friends and politely tasted the chocolate, finding it to be very sweet. He made his way to the chamber where the nobles cheered for them. He bowed respectfully and introduced himself. ""I am King Arax, of Waltu. Thank you for having us, it us an honor to be in your country."""
15202,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=50,2014-12-24T01:48:00,Hastiaka,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Archduchy of Alteria<br/>Territories of the High Elven Duchy<br/>Alinor</span></div><br/><br/>The Archduchess, wearing the ceremonial dress and was flanked by the top soldiers of the Archguard. She nodded at the two leaders and offered them more wine. Alteria's Economical Power was strong. Top processor of Wine, Olive oil and shipbuilding. Alteria also began importing gold and had discovered more gold in the Eastern regions of the Country. The Dukes and Duchess offered the two leaders each of their Dukedom's native product. The most surprising is the Duke of Elrata . He brought the two leaders an entire cart of gold and diamond. Duke Oadfon of Eltara was part human. He assured that the Human slaves of Alteria is richer than the common man in Ordinary Human Nations.<br/><br/>The Meeting began with the three leaders heading towards the Conference hall. The Statues of the Elven Goddesses were standing erect. The Archguard did not follow them. The Conference hall is one of the safest part of the Palace. Reinforced with Steel and mettle. Before they sat, a servitor walked inside flanked by two of Alteria's top ranking Generals. The look on their face looked outraged. The general slammed their hand in the fine wood table.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">''My Archduchess, the Anihc Humans had deliberately sanctioned us economically! Even though they our not really a top trader, We are outraged on how the outlanders think about our Human peasantry projects! These Humans are FREE. But they have a DEBT to our dukes! In exchange of payment, the Humans work! The dukes even provide them houses! Not just ordinary houses but MANORS and Middle class buildings!''</span>"
15203,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=50,2014-12-24T01:58:00,New Abrahammia,"Regardless of the slaves living in manors in Alteria, forced labor is still wrong, no matter how it is made. The emperor had an idea that if he maintained current strategy of denying them trade, they could no longer have tea. This would surely make the Alterians go nuts. Unless they didn't drink tea before. Then it would do nothing. If the plan fizzled, the emperor would need to draft a new plan."
15204,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=50,2014-12-24T02:03:00,Jamjai,"<span style=""font-style: italic"">The palace mess hall</span><br/><br/>King Moffi wakes up after some hours. ""My king, you'd been passed out by that milk."" Goldhoof says. ""Milk?"" King Moffi questions. King Moffi squints around the room in a confusing manner. He slowly glances back at the voice who spoke to him. ""Who are you?"" Goldhoof gets puzzled by his response. Its Goldhoof, your adviser."" ""What?"" ""What happened here.""<br/>Suddenly, the commander of the Farth battalion came in rushing through the mess hall. ""King Moffi, one of our neighbors issued a boycott in response of possessing human slaves, my king."" ""What?"" ""Who is this neighbor?"" the king falters. ""My king, Moffi, we should teach these pathetic humans our ways not their ways."" snaps Goldhoof. The king musters up his strength to stand. ""We will not give up slavery of humans"" ""We own this land!"" The king's response is followed by loud roars of minataurs."
15205,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=50,2014-12-24T02:17:00,New Abrahammia,"The king discusses with his royal advisors what further action he should take in stopping slavery. Someone recommends ""We could invade them.""<br/>""No, war is hell. And expensive.""<br/>We could give them money to stop doing so.""<br/>""No, they probably would just keep the money and continue with their slavery.""<br/>""What if we get some ninjas to free the slaves? We'll have to get ninjas, though, and they hate us.""<br/>""We could offer the ninjas amnesty for doing this. I know they hate slavery, too.""<br/>""That could work. We'll need to give them money, too. Spread the message that anyone that can prove that they possess ninja-like skills must report to the capital for a mission. Make sure to include the payment part of it.""<br/>Flyers would soon go around reading the following message:<br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>Ninjas Needed!<br/>By imperial decree, any willing human man or woman possessing ninja-like talents should report to the emperor's palace. After proving your ability, you will be given a mission by the emperor. Completion of this will result in a large payment as well as amnesty for any and all crimes.</div></blockquote>"
15206,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=50,2014-12-24T03:14:00,Hastiaka,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Archduchy of Alteria<br/>Territories of the High Elven Duchy<br/>Alinor</span></div><br/><br/>Shortly before the leaders had made discussion, the general blasted inside the conference hall and announced.<span style=""font-style: italic"">''With all due respect my Archduchess, the Anhic had made movements that have made us weary. We do not care if they cut tea. Hell, we're addicted to wealth not tea. Secondly, they had granted amnesty on any criminal that can be a Ninja. Third, they have a Population far larger than hours. However, we have a counter at this. The Grandmage and the Magi Syndicate had formed an accord. The Syndicate would help defend Alteria against any threat. Im afraid we have to postpone this trade conference. Leaders, with all due respect, You may need to clear out of Alterian territory before it get's messy. You see, the Humans i believe are going to strike anytime. Our Arcane Mages have detected such movement in their capitol. Alinor will survive such attack. The Navy and the Border walls are being fortified as of this moment. The Human Peasants have been notified and they are currently being evacuated to the safety of their own respective Duke's castle. This is still not total war. Yet, it may escalate if they cross Alterian soil unannounced. If we may, I know your race are not war mongering nations neither are ours. We will ask for an Alliance if we can. The only thing that separates us from them is 12,000 miles of space. Archduchess, the Generals and i had already sent messages to necessary nations that may help us.''</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Northern Fortresses, Alterian Border</span><br/><br/>The Border Guards were on high alert. They gathered upon full might. The Keep is tasked to defend the Northern borders of Alteria from any threat. Anhic Humans pose a great threat to Alterian culture. Their King and their so called ''culture'' have made movements that threatens balance. After 2,000 years of utter peace, It is the first time a external force had threatened Alteria so much.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Atlantic Fleet, Alterian Territory</span><br/><br/>The Navy was on High alert too. The ships were forming an Armada. The entire might of the navy combined at the Straight of Gibraltar. There, they became wary of any movements in the Area.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""color: #008080"">The Archduchy of Alteria</span></span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Dear esteemed leaders,<br/><br/>We ask you to help us defend our nation in such dire times. Indeed, we are asking distress. We know that our people had been snobbish, selfish and greedy for the last 2,000 years but we are not at all greedy. The Humans had given us an ultimatum. Free the Humans or They will free them themselves. We request any aid at all. The Humans had been part of Alterian Identity. In her history, 150 Humans had been Duke and Duchess and there was even one Human that became an Archduke. We do not tolerate harshness against these Sentient Creatures. The Elves were guided by them. However, to achieve balance in Alteria, we needed to make them work. The Human leaders in Alteria openly accepted in exchange of good human treatment and Basic Human rights in the Country. Because of the Humans, the Cities of Alteria became engulfed in the colors of gold and blue.<br/><br/>Signed,<br/>Universal Ambassador Venedril</span></blockquote>"
15207,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=50,2014-12-24T03:20:00,The Abel Imaginarium,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Hordes of Khaarn</span>-<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Orky Fort Rumble</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Raeynar Blood Huntress of</span> The Titan Eaters Clan</span><br/><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://38.media.tumblr.com/e37c257d5bf5e6cfdeeed01b059ee572/tumblr_mg2tdjfbOk1rdy3s5o1_500.jpg""/></div><br/><br/>The Blood Sunz Clan was the largest tribe to hold dominion over<span style=""font-weight: bold"">North Orkrim</span>(Belarus) and as such, Raeynar Blood Huntress naturally rode into their camp seeking eager recruits for one of her daring raids across Khaarn borders. As the only daughter of the infamous Warlord Akhora Titan-Eater, Raeynar was naturally expected by many to succeed him as Warlord of Khaarn (despite her gender and mix lineage as an elf) and like him her ferocity, prowess and strength earned her an equally fearful reputation as the best hunter in all of the 20 tribes. Not even the deadly Forest Trolls of South Orkrim were her equals in stealth, speed and cunning.<br/><br/>Recently there hadn't been much activity in Khaarn and despite their daily brawls and bloody fights with one another, the orks were getting bored. Raeynar knew that if her father didn't do anything to resolve the current situation quickly, he would face trouble in the form of upstart warchiefs and warbosses all vying to become the new warlord of the 20 clans. As it was in Khaarn.....boredom is the one thing the orks fear the most and couldn't abide with for long.<br/><br/>""Weeell lookees here,"" boomed the voice of a gruff ork.<br/><br/>Recognising it, Raeynar whirled her warg around and said grinning, ""Ho Jambayolla! How's life in the fast lane?""<br/><br/>Jambayolla was the son of the Warboss of The Blood Sunz Clan and Raeynar's long time childhood playmate. Jambayolla was well-known for his laziness, good natured temper tantrums as well as his passion for gambling in cage fights.<br/><br/>""Not sa good Rae. Remember Hodar The Terrible?....that vicious biting stunty we picked up during last year's raiding party down west? Yeaaah weeell...I lost him to Grishnak's wargs during last week's Dirt Death competition. Poor bastard waz torn apart though hae went down fighting like any true ork would. Could still see bits & piece of hes guts still wriggling and stirring from da fight.""<br/><br/>Cage fights or<span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Bigga Slayya</span>contests was a very popular sport and entertainment amongst the orks of Khaarn. So much so that their previous Warlord even built a humongous caged arena for better viewing and to pit multiple fighters against each other at the same time. Imprisoned dwarves (who are known as stunties here) were often the favourite gladiators used in this sport for most of them were hardy, sturdy combatants & could last far more longer on the battlefield compared to elves and humans. Dwarfish slaves were considered rare and highly prized for their kind are highly difficult to capture without a few losses or so. Forest Trolls are often needed to accomplish such a task but they cost a fortune to be hired. As a result, most ork warriors who do manage to get their hands on a dwarf will be on the road to earning a steady flow of income via cage fight gambling for dwarves were born survivors and will very seldom go down without a fight.<br/><br/>The loss of a dwarf gladiator is often considered the loss of a living treasure among the orks and knowing this Raeynar looked upon him with pity. ""Sorre to hear about that Jamba. But I did tell you to stop feeding him those maggoty fatty squig meat didn't I?.....da stunties, da ummies and da tallies can't stomach that kind of food like us. Too weak for they own good.""<br/><br/>Looking downtrodden alittle, Jamba just shrugged his massive shoulders and sighed saying, ""Oh weells....nothing to be done abat dat. At least Hodar left me a wee bit of fortune before e left. May Tarkon bless em for e's service.""<br/><br/>Seeing an opportunity here, Raeynar quickly inquired, ""Soooo.....ye in da mood for a raid? Things have been to quiet around these parts so gonna rile up some of da big boyz and have em come with me to pillage some fairy village up north of here. Whaddaya say of a team up just like the old days eh? Me thinks we might even snare a live elf or fairie for the Bigga Slayya.""<br/><br/>Jamba shook his head knowledgeably. ""Elves and fairies ain't no good in a dirty cage fight. I mean not if you wan em for the long battle. They boths r to prim & proper for something like the Bigga Slayya. Also....yer gonna need one of dem trolls to catch either one. Especially if yer wan em alive. Theys too slippery like an eel for us orks to do a clean job.""<br/><br/>With a twinkle in her eyes, Raeynar spurred her warg to continue moving forward as she replied, ""Thats wat yer think Jambayolla. Dem boyz don't call me Blood Huntress fer nothing. But anyways.......waz planning on inviting Darr'ukka of the Moon Glade clan of forest trolls ta tag along just in case. They say he's one of da best in hunting and trapping.....besides me of course."""
15208,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=50,2014-12-24T03:53:00,Hastiaka,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Archduchy of Alteria<br/>The Territories of the High Elven Duchy<br/>The Summerset Fortress</span><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://jolstatic.fr/www/captures/1816/5/57295.jpg""/></div><br/><br/>In defiance of the Human Sanctions and Ultimatum, The Archduchess led the Armies to Fort Summerset but not before she apologize to the Fae if ever did she offend them. The Archduchess wanted the world to know that the Humans love Alteria. Alteria will never go down without a fight. Thousands upon thousands of Alterian troops marched towards the Largest Fortress in the Continent. Magical barriers with advanced machinery (e.g fireworks) would prove a match if ever the Humans decide to cross Alterian Borders.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">''Archduchess, the Navy had reported that we might actually have a Home advantage. You see, we know this land better than them. We have a better hand at magic due to our Ancestors. Our retaliation forces would rush from Alinor and flank the Human invaders from the east. But we'll speak about the full plan since this location is not truly secure''</span>the Archduchess nodded.<br/><br/>She then went towards the podium. Facing several thousand Alterian Self Defense Force troops, she began her speech;<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">''The Human warmongers in Anihc think they can threaten such a cultured race like ours? We will die if we have to. We will die for the Human ''Slaves'' as they call it. We will not let these Humans simply be un-nurtured and slip back to poverty! Not on our watch! If the Humans are freed, Who will protect them? Who will feed them? Their government will simply leave them and the rest of their generations in desolation. They will ditch them. Here in Alteria, we are encouraged to help the Humans. Our professors and best scholars are Humans. We will not tolerate such harsh actions and even hurting a Human might even put you to death row. Racial discrimination here is discouraged. Yet they think that they can march their armies, Pillage our villages, Kill our children? No! We will never let that happen. Before they strike us and may it even take a few months, We will be ready. Our scouts had confirmed that the Anihc King had granted amnesty to anyone who wants to ''free'' our Human cousins. Shall we let the Humans be pulled back to the dark ages? NO! We are Alteria and we are Free!''</span>"
15209,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=50,2014-12-24T05:39:00,Saestea,"Taero Ilyaen waited in his eyrie where over twenty thousand<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://vignette3.wikia.nocookie.net/avatar/images/c/c8/Messenger_hawk.png/revision/20140908142049"" rel=""nofollow"">plumehawks</a>were being kept. He was quite fond of the creatures, and they in turn seemed to love him, being one of the Braern peoples. As one particularly large male perched on his padded forearm, Taero heard a familiar noise coming from behind him. It was a Glajinardi Raven, and it carried a message, likely from the dwarven kingdom. The smaller bird landed on the snow laden stone railings of the eyrie and cawed as the adviser approached him. The plumehawk that Ilyaen carried seemed threatened or irritated by the raven's presence, but it made no aggressive movement. The adviser gently stroked the raven's back and wings and took the letter. Once finished with it, he called his servant forward. A young Ashryn entered the eyrie, looking left and right cautiously as the large birds eyed him.<br/>Taero handed the letter to the young servant and gave his instructions. With a nod, the Ashryn left the room and headed for the foot of the Palace where the Emperor was waiting.<br/><br/>Below,<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://oi57.tinypic.com/1ykcux.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Emperor Airdan Miirphys</a>tended to his<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://oi62.tinypic.com/2s7zvdf.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">smilodon</a>. He had been trained since the age of 10. Now 16, he knows all there is to know about the creatures. The large cat chuffed softly and nudged its master, when the gates behind them and the rest of the group began to rattle. One of the<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://oi60.tinypic.com/2j495c6.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Kylanthan Imperial Guard</a>walked over to the gate and opened it, letting the adviser's servant forth into the snow. Airdan took the letter from him and nodded to the lead soldier. The other members of the entourage prepared to move. From the walls above the gate, six<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://fc05.deviantart.net/fs70/f/2012/299/6/4/mh3___barioth_by_iireii-d5izk59.png"" rel=""nofollow"">snow wyvern</a>riders took off to scout the safest way for their Emperor.<br/><hr/><br/>After a day and a half, Emperor Airdan and his escort of 100 Imperial Guard and 6 wyvern riders were finally half-a-kilometer from Kylantha's border with Glajinard, the dwarven Kingdom of the West. From where Airdan was, he could see the dwarves. At this point, he knew not who the High King was, as this would be the first time he would directly meet the dwarven High King. His father and the adviser, Taero, had held meetings before, but now that his father was gone and Taero was too old, he had to assume the responsibility. Taking a deep breath, Airdan motioned for the Guard to follow, but the first to appear in front of King Lakrir were the six riders on top of their massive steeds. In between the rows, Airdan rode forth on his smilodon.<br/><br/>After a moment of silence, he spoke as loudly and as clearly as he could. His voice was not nearly as hard and loud as his father's. ""Let your King speak, for I know not who he is!"" Airdan called, moving closer, but upon noticing the dwarven warriors, he slowed. The Imperial Guard and wyvern riders behind him stayed alert."
15210,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=50,2014-12-24T08:16:00,Personal Freedom,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Council Chambers, Avalon</span></span><br/>Today the eight surrounding members of the Council of Nine all sat in their wooden seats as the guardmaster of the palace spoke. With various levels of interest, the council members listened, some like Ellariel hanging on to every word to try to find proof that this was not done by a lizard, others like Gilminye believing every word evidence.In detail the guard went on how no guards were absent from their respective posts, no one had used the great machinery to open the palace doors, and nothing damning had been left at the seen of the crime. He suggested that the murderer was already in the castle and had been for sometime, long enough to learn the location of Finore's study, and then he finished his testimony and was dismissed back to his post.<br/><br/>""I think that disproves the theory a lizard was responsible. No lizards roam the halls of the palace. Even if they had meant to assassinate him, they wouldn't know where the study is. No, instead, they would have waited in the shadows of his chambers. Besides, the lizards are a traditional peaceful people. It isn't like them,"" Ellariel stated, getting up to stand before the council. Instead of the normal robe, today she wore a long black dress and had her hair braided as a sign of mourning, she had noticed immediately, however, that she was the only to do so.<br/><br/>""All it proves is that we have a traitor in our walls. The killer could have been let in and told where to go,"" Gilminye retorted from her seat. She had dark hair and dark eyes more common among the Forest People than the Kindred Folk and it gave her an almost exotic beauty. Her words had a fire of a temper behind them as she spoke, they always did, and she often seemed to overlook things when her emotions directed her elsewhere.<br/><br/>""There is no proof of that, Council. All that we know is that the assassin found the study and butchered Finore there. A professional assassin, be he elf or dwarf or lizard, could easily follow him there and dispatch him in his post-trance state.""<br/><br/>""He would still have to find a way into the palace. He didn't come in through the front door during the night, he definitely did not climb out of the seen and then up a cliff on to the balcony, and he could not get in through a window unless it was already open for him. So either he was already here come nightfall, he climbed in through a foolishly open window, or someone helped him into the palace. I would say the guads would have prevented the second one unless we have terribly inept guards,"" Nerwenye concluded.<br/><br/>""I motion for the dismissal of the issue until a later time,"" Ildor stated beckoning to the others to return to their seats. ""There are two reasons that this discussion is moot, at least today's is. Firstly, we cannot vote ona ny action that we would like to undertake in response to this event for we are lacking a full council. Secondly, the investigation has not yet concluded. Do I have a general state of agreement among my fellow council members?"" No one motioned to disagree. ""Good. Now we must deal with the important issue of Donoras's elections.""<br/><br/>The Council meeting went on for several hours until recess was called. During this time several council members took the opportunity to write unofficial letters to leaders of other nations. It was technically prohibited, but that had never stopped any council members from doing so.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""> To The Duchy of Alteria</span></span><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Most Respected Archduchess,<br/><br/>We of the Leanaí de Math seem likely to go to war with the Lizards of The Commonwealth of South Anglica and Normania. It is believed that they threaten our sovereignty and they are believed be responsible for the death of one of our councilmen. If hostilities erupt we ask for your support in exchange for any land held by the lizards in interior Europe. This is an unofficial request at the moment, for we lack a full council, but we would still greatly appreciate a response. In addition, we will be in your debt should you require aid in any conflict in the future. Such an alliance will only benefit you, and we hope for future friendship and prosperity to the both of us.<br/><br/>Blessings be upon you,<br/> Master Celegal of Ithon</blockquote><br/><br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Also to the Duchy of Alteria</span></span><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Most Exalted Archduchess,<br/><br/>No doubt you have received a letter explaining the dire threat that Leanaí de Math face at hands of the Lizards of The Commonwealth of South Anglica and Normania, and the strong possibility of an up coming war in which your help would be greatly appreciated and you may be able to expand your lands. I ask you to go against it. The war is fueled by bigoted opinions. A council member was found dead and the assumption was that the murder was so savage it had to be done by a cold-blooded beast, but if you look at the accused, it is totally unlike them. The Commonwealth has always been relatively peaceful and it would not be in there interest to invade us. The scouts report that they have armies raised and drilling for war, but they share a border with the militaristic Holy Empire of Aasreth. I suspect the murder was carried out by someone seeking to capitalize on the destruction left in wake, perhaps the Tuatha de Danann, our long time enemies in Ireland, or Aasreth itself, yet the warmongers on the council will not give my word any heed. I am imploring you, please, respond to letters accordingly. Tell them how foolish they are to believe such a thing and deny support in the potential war. Perhaps then they will see their folly. It would be a travesty if we were to decimate a people and spill so much innocent blood. I trust you to make the right decision.<br/><br/>Lady Ellariel of the School of Amar</blockquote>"
15211,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=50,2014-12-24T09:42:00,Renetopia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Glajinard <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=22898657#p22898657"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Gikerahaf, Glajinard</span></span><br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Renetopia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=22892857#p22892857"">wrote</a>:</cite>Busem spoke to the Chancellor. ""My name is Busem the Brave, the King of Kerboms and and the Surrounding Hills. It is an honor to meet you, Chancellor, and anyone of our northern brethren. I suppose you are curious as to why I'm here, visiting your kingdom...<br/><br/>Anyway, I have brought gems from the Dwarvenlands, the finest diamonds and rubies of the Alps. I am here mostly because of trade, as well as learning about your culture, which I believe is a bit different than ours, seeing if there is a possibility of a future alliance, and trying out the local mead. I sincerely hope our visit won't be a bother.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>When Busem introduced himself the Chancellor's expression became shocked, when he finished speaking he bowed. ""I'm sorry your Majesty, we were unaware that you were royalty in addition to being an emissary. We will be happy to move your accommodations to the palace."" <br/><br/>The Chancellor looked at the gemstones Busem had brought with him. The diamonds and rubies were of the highest quality, shining brilliantly. <br/><br/>""These are amazing sir, truly the equal of anything found here in Glajinard. I'm sure the High King will find some excellent purpose for them. Speaking of the High King,"" Rarnol continued, ""while I am capable of discussing the matters of trade and diplomacy with you, I'm sure you would like to discuss them with the High King himself. He is currently in Arbamthaz, a city to the southeast, where he will soon meet with the Emperor of the neighboring Ashryns."" <br/><br/>The Chancellor brought out a <a class=""postlink"" href=""http://s12.postimg.org/s9xkp5v0t/Untitled.png"" rel=""nofollow"">map</a> of Glajinard to show Busem. He pointed to the star representing Gikerahaf, and the most southeastern gold dot representing Arbamthaz. <br/><br/>""He will be returning within 5-6 days, which would be towards the end of your journey, however it would take only a little over one day to travel there yourself. You may do so, or you may await his arrival here. A third option is, of course, simply negotiating with me. All these options are yours to choose from.""</div></blockquote><br/>""If it's only five to six days"", said Busem, ""then I'll just wait. I'm in no rush.<br/><br/>And, my good man, I appreciate your kindness towards me, but you don't have to bow to me. I am not your king or superior, I am merely a traveler from a distant land and your guest. I should be thanking You for your hospitality. Say, could I have a copy of that map you've showed me? It would be much easier for future travels."""
15212,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=50,2014-12-24T10:49:00,Nuridia,"The group from Faelona listened as the leaders of Alteria got the message from Anihc. They were right, slavery was wrong a hundred percent which is why these talks were going on. If slavery had been involved in any process of the trade route then they'd have to refuse and also human cargo would be barred from going through their lands at all. Then all of a sudden there was commotion and rallying going on along with numerous letters being sent. ""What in the world is going on, my lords and lady?"" Ismara asked, ever vigilant before the Archduchess took off with an apology. The safety of her own lands came first and that was all that mattered, Ismara understood that feeling. They weren't going to stick around if it was the middle of a war going on right now, Eva was too young to rule and Ismara had no intentions of dying yet although she could handle herself. ""Forgive us my lords, we should probably go."" ""Sticking around during a war has never been smart."" Ismara said, leaving a note of apologu for the rchduchess and explaining her reasons before she and Wiz prepared the spell to teleport them all home."
15213,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=75,2014-12-24T11:03:00,Tomia,"Arax was shocked by the sudden talk of Anihc and war. He wondered why the Altria were so worried about war. The Anihcese were very far away from them and it would be very difficult for them to attack. Still, if they were determined to have war Arax agreed with Ismara that they shouldn't stick around for it. ""You're right Ismara, it is best to return at a more convenient time."" He said as they prepared to leave."
15214,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=75,2014-12-24T11:04:00,Glajinard,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Arbamthaz, Glajinard</span><br/><br/>Scouts had alerted High King Lakrir when the Ashryn crossed over into Glajinardi territory. He had been preparing himself for the meeting since then, carefully coordinating the place he would meet the Emperor, as well as the composition of his entourage and guards. He had sent a raven to Devruoeh, the next closest city and a base of the Griffin Corps, asking for two Griffin-riders to be sent down. They had arrived early the morning of the Ashyrn Emperor's arrival. Staging was half the battle in diplomacy, and Lakrir wanted to make it evident that he was willing to negotiate with the Ashryn, but only on equal terms.<br/><br/>As the Ashryn approached<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://s10.postimg.org/5xz9ovpm1/Cliffwatch.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Arbamthaz</a>, Lakrir looked around. He had had an open air pavilion set up at the far end of the bridge across to the city, inside were several courtiers and diplomats, as well as Duke Dkag and half of the Arbamthaz City Council. The pavilion contained a large round table, as well as two rows of benches to either side. Lakrir in the middle of Dkag and the three other councilors, and five seats remained open on the other half of the table. The remainder of his entourage took up the half of the benches behind him. To the right side of the pavilion stood his 100 strong Satyr Guard, while the two Venali Griffin-riders looked on from the city battlements.<br/><br/>As the Snow Wyrvens touched down, the wind from their wings rustled the beards of the assembled dwarves. Emperor Airdan stepped out in front of them, it was immediately apparent from his bearing and attire that he was the monarch.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=22901276#p22901276"">wrote</a>:</cite>After a moment of silence, he spoke as loudly and as clearly as he could. His voice was not nearly as hard and loud as his father's. ""Let your King speak, for I know not who he is!"" Airdan called, moving closer, but upon noticing the dwarven warriors, he slowed. The Imperial Guard and wyvern riders behind him stayed alert.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Lakrir rose from his seat, with the dignity that age brings. He motioned with his hand for Airdan to come forward.<br/><br/>""I am High King Lakrir of Glajinard, Grand Chieftain of the Yaress Tribes, and Protector of the Western Venali. I had the pleasure of knowing your father. Please, take a seat at the table, and we may begin discussing what you wished to speak about.""<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Gikerahaf, Glajinard</span><br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Renetopia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=22902636#p22902636"">wrote</a>:</cite>""If it's only five to six days"", said Busem, ""then I'll just wait. I'm in no rush.<br/><br/>And, my good man, I appreciate your kindness towards me, but you don't have to bow to me. I am not your king or superior, I am merely a traveler from a distant land and your guest. I should be thanking You for your hospitality. Say, could I have a copy of that map you've showed me? It would be much easier for future travels.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Certainly your Ma.."" the Chancellor cut off ""majesty."" ""Um, *cough* yes, here you go."" he handed the map to Busem.<br/><br/>""If you're interested in learning more about our culture, feel free to look at the Royal Library here. Or you may like to visit the University of Gikerahaf, where our finest minds go to learn. You're free to travel anywhere you like in the city, and feel free to ask to speak to anyone you like. I'd be happy to arrange anything you'd like to see or learn."""
15215,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=75,2014-12-24T12:30:00,Pinebarrensyia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Supreme Council Chambers, Tiwahani, Capital of the Confederation</span><br/><br/>Otetiani paced around the ceremonial fire that burned in the center of the room. Surrounding him were the nine council members, sitting in silence, while they waited for Otetiani to speak.<br/><br/>“Council members,” Otetiani began. “Today, I bring you an important guest with even more important information.”<br/><br/>Otetiani signaled the two Wendigo guards to open the Chamber doors. The two Wendigoes immediately began open up the massive, elegantly carved, wooden doors. As the doors opened, a red fox scurried into the chamber and stopped before the fire and Otetiani. The fox stood still for a moment before being enveloped by a cloud of smoke. A few seconds later, after the smoke cleared, a man stood in the fox’s place. The Skinwalker began to speak to the people in the room.<br/><br/>“O, wise Council members,” the Skinwalker said bowing before the Council. “I am Enapay of Fox Clan. I’m also in charge of the reconnaissance teams.”<br/>“What do you have to report,” Otetiani said.<br/>“Well, my men hidden east of us have reported increased military movement from the Gonzali,” the Skinwalker replied.<br/><br/>There was much murmuring from the Council at the mention of the Gonzali. The Gonzali were a fierce warrior tribe of Wendigoes that dominated the Alati (Idaho and Western Montana). They were led by the warlord Bumbati, a descendant of Kleo himself and were known to conduct raids into Confederation territory. However, the Gonzali had been quiet for a few decades and now that military activity has resumed, it alarmed many of the Council members.<br/><br/>“What kind of activity are the Gonzali doing?” asked Molimo, a Wendigo Council member.<br/><br/>Enapay turned his attention to the Council member.<br/><br/>“Well, for starters, they are constructing a massive fort only twenty miles from our border. They have also moved a larger number of troops west towards up as well,” the Skinwalker concluded.<br/><br/>Everyone was silent except Molimo.<br/><br/>“It sounds like Bumbati is making a command center for an invasion,” Molimo stated.<br/><br/>The Council members nodded in agreement.<br/><br/>“Now, what else do you report,” Otetiani said.<br/><br/>The Skinwalker cleared his throat and begun to speak again.<br/><br/>“To our Southeast, the Anasazi have also begun gearing for war. However, we know less information on them than we do on the Gonzali,” Enapay replied.<br/>“Well, it appears that the Confederation may have a two front war on its hands,” Otetiani said, addressing the entire Council. “This is unacceptable. These threats need to be neutralized, but we must be careful how we go about this.”<br/><br/>Before Otetiani could continue his speech, a human Council member named Aponivi interrupted him.<br/><br/>“May I suggest that before we declare war, that we pick which is the greater threat and focus our efforts on said threat,” Aponivi stated.<br/>“Agreed, I believe going after the Anasazi first would be the best option. Our southern border is not nearly has defended as our eastern border. We are much more ready for an attack from the Gonzali than we are from the Anasazi. If we defeat the Anasazi, we could launch at counterattack from the Anasazi lands into the southern Gonzali lands,” a Skinwalker Council member named Tuatu said.<br/><br/>Several members nodded in agreement with Tuatu. However, there were still members who supported dealing with the Gonzali first.<br/><br/>“Are you insane, Tuatu?” asked Lexoco, a Wendigo. “The Gonzali are a superior fighting force when compared to Anasazi. If the Anasazi break into our borders, they would only cause minimal damage. If the Gonzali break into our borders, they could divide our nation in half. That cannot happen. Therefore, we must take out the Gonzali first.”<br/><br/>Before things got out of hand, Otetiani stepped in.<br/><br/>“Gentlemen, this is not the place to fight. We will conduct a vote to decide which of the two is the greater threat. However, we need more information before we can deal with the situation,” Otetiani said.<br/><br/>This seemed to calm the two Council members down. Otetiani turned back Enapay.<br/><br/>“Is there anything else,” Onetiani said.<br/>“Yes, to our far Northeast, there is a kingdom we have had little contact with. I suggest we send a delegation to them,” the Skinwalker replied.<br/>“Hmm, I will deal with the delegation. Council, I suggest that you vote on whether to deal with the Gonzali or the Anasazi. Enapay, go back out and get more information on our hostile neighbors,” Otetiani said.<br/><br/>Enapay bowed to the Council before leaving. Not long after, Otetiani left the Council to vote.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""> A few hours later…</span><br/><br/>Otetiani had assembled a delegation that would travel to the kingdom in the Northeast. The delegation included three Skinwalkers, two humans and a Wendigo. The delegation was led by a Skinwalker named Tamalo. Tamalo would represent Otetiani at the future meeting with the kingdom in the Northeast. However, it would be several days before the delegation arrived."
15216,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=75,2014-12-24T13:55:00,New Nassrau,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""color: #800000""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">The Bastion of Latium<br/>Constantinople<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""All Under Heaven""</span></span></span></span></div><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com/736x/bf/23/97/bf23978343cde6b89a6aac17f5e59e67.jpg""/></div><br/><br/>Laodice walked away from her husband after the confrontation. It was too much to bear to see him again. She was walking down the hall and two of her praetorian guards flanked her. These soldiers are the personal protectors of the royalty, but they are also fierce on the battlefield. Laodice could trust these two, however, as they were a part of her personal guard. The more she walked down the halls, the more she thought of the problems with Valentine, and finally she broke into a run. Tears started to fall and the attendants in the hallways all stared as she cried down the hall. Laodice knew she was better than this, but she was only human. The tension, the issues, she needed guidance once more. Thankfully, the Pope resided in the giant church right beside the palace. Sometimes, the Pope was too close for comfort, but it was nice that he was there. She ran across the courtyard and ran upon the golden and mosaic entrance. She didn't care to look at it longer and ran inside. The two guard, exhausted from running, dutifully guarded the door. Their presence alone would dissuade any potential church goers from coming inside.<br/><br/>Laodice entered the cavernous church. All around were images of church scenes, as well as images of past Romans. She stood near the altar, and her footsteps and noise alerted the presence to the second most powerful man in the empire, Pope Innocent II. He entered the room and Laodice was relieved. He used to be a skinny man, and was becoming more and more pudgy. His hair was a dirty gray, and he was already becoming frail. His smile, however, would warm anyone's heart. The Pope sat down at his chair and she knelt beside it. He looked at the empty church and waited for her to speak.<br/><br/>""Your Holiness, I need guidance once more"". She looked up at him.<br/>The Pope chuckled, ""My Empress, whatever is the matter? I am simply a man""<br/>""Yes, but you are connected to our lord...""<br/>""Well. Empress Laodice?""<br/><br/>She remained silent and looked into his eyes. He could sense something was off. It was the desperation in her eyes. He began to speak.<br/>""Laodice, I feel that you are... how do I say, annoyed at something?""<br/>""Yes, my husband. I have so many ideas... but Valentine, he doesn't care anymore...""<br/>""He rightfully doesn't know what to do! Him and his ancestors have had no guidance. We Romans have sat in this realm... but we need to explore once more.""<br/>""Exactly my thoughts your Holiness!""<br/>He smiled. ""You know, you are stronger than you think. You also have much more authority than you think. If your husband is too stubborn to see it, show him that you are a strong woman. Instead of words, do actions!""<br/>Laodice stood up and smiled again. ""Thank you, those small words were what I needed"" She bowed and left the establishment.<br/><br/>Pope Innocent II simply sat there until she closed the door. He then immediately got up and rushed to his study. Two robed figures stood inside his office. One of them spoke.<br/>""Your Holiness, preparations are in order, we do not need more distractions.""<br/>The Pope's demeanor changed, he was much more serious. ""Yes, she is a friend, and nothing for you to worry about... in fact, she could work into our plans.""<br/>""Her? She is simply a volatile young girl!""<br/>The Pope smirked, ""All under heaven, everyone is open to our plans""<br/>""But, sir?""<br/>""The Aeon will return, I promise it..."""
15217,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=75,2014-12-24T15:18:00,Jamjai,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=22900720#p22900720"">wrote</a>:</cite>The king discusses with his royal advisors what further action he should take in stopping slavery. Someone recommends ""We could invade them.""<br/>""No, war is hell. And expensive."" <br/>We could give them money to stop doing so.""<br/>""No, they probably would just keep the money and continue with their slavery.""<br/>""What if we get some ninjas to free the slaves? We'll have to get ninjas, though, and they hate us.""<br/>""We could offer the ninjas amnesty for doing this. I know they hate slavery, too."" <br/>""That could work. We'll need to give them money, too. Spread the message that anyone that can prove that they possess ninja-like skills must report to the capital for a mission. Make sure to include the payment part of it.""<br/>Flyers would soon go around reading the following message:<br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>Ninjas Needed!<br/>By imperial decree, any willing human man or woman possessing ninja-like talents should report to the emperor's palace. After proving your ability, you will be given a mission by the emperor. Completion of this will result in a large payment as well as amnesty for any and all crimes.</div></blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">King Moffi's throne room</span><br/><br/>King Moffi orders some of the Anihc villages to to destroyed.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""We will defy the Empire of Anihc boycott, even tho we don't drink tea""</span>-King Moffi lets out a loud mockery snort. Goldhoof starts laughing like a madman. King Moffi becomes a little dazed by Goldhoof's laugh and scratches his left ear. King Moffi continues.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""We will destroy a few of their villages to show who truly owns this region.""</span><span style=""font-style: italic"">""And also""</span>King Moffi roars with a quick breath.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Until they stop their foolish sanctions we will wager a proxy war with them!""</span>King Moffi yells with ferocity. Goldhoof grins with amusement.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""And if they don't stop?"" we will attack them!""</span><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Stop! Your voice is hurting my ears Goldhoof."" ""My brain still hurts from that milk I drank.""</span><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Sorry, my king"" ""It's just I have a disdain for humans, there are weaklings beyond imaginable""</span>Goldhoof says with a grim face<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Tell you what. Since your the best warrior I've ever seen I will promote you as my top general.""</span>Goldhoof lets out a grin<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Thanks, my king, It will be my honor to to lead such a formidable army.""</span>says Goldhoof trying to hide his happiness<span style=""font-style: italic"">Okay, Goldhoof, since your really eager for battle, you will lead a small unit against destroying Ainhc villages</span>Goldhoof smiles with delight-fulness.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""We will bring back their blood and drink it as wine.""</span>"
15218,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=75,2014-12-24T15:23:00,Nuridia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Tomia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=22903393#p22903393"">wrote</a>:</cite>Arax was shocked by the sudden talk of Anihc and war. He wondered why the Altria were so worried about war. The Anihcese were very far away from them and it would be very difficult for them to attack. Still, if they were determined to have war Arax agreed with Ismara that they shouldn't stick around for it. ""You're right Ismara, it is best to return at a more convenient time."" He said as they prepared to leave.</div></blockquote><br/>As the spell was prepared, the Fae delegation was back in their palace in Faelona and both Wiz and Ismara were visibly tired from teleporting twice in that day. 'Has the whole world gone mad?"" ""Everybody wants to go to war with each other, it's ridiculous!"" Ismara swore, collapsing in her throne. ""Well be thankful that it isn't us, at least for now."" Wiz said, going to the kitchens to get some hot spiced wine. It seemed that they all needed it now. ""This is why the alliance is a good idea after all, and not to mention it can fix so many broken things."" Eva said, sitting down at an empty seat in the throne room."
15219,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=75,2014-12-24T15:56:00,Tomia,"Arax joined his friends in the Faelona throne room. ""Well, at least we're apart from the violence. We can only defend our own."" He smiled at Eva's words but looked guilty at her last words. He turned back to Ismara who was sitting on her throne. ""Ismara, may I speak to you alone? It's important."" He said sincerely, looking into her eyes and hoping she'd accept."
15220,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=75,2014-12-24T16:07:00,New Nassrau,"<div align=""center""><span style=""color: #800000""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">The Bastion of Latium<br/>Constantinople<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Action""</span></span></span></div><br/><br/>Laodice went back to the Palace and did not even need to welcome her husband. She knew immediately what to do. She called upon various Senate members and formulated a plan to bring Rome back into the world's fold. It was time for the nation to stop being in the dumps. As each Senate member went off to accomplish his task, she felt a twinge more guilt each time. It felt like she was committing treason, but this was the kind of action needed. Without the Emperor's approval, she sent off many to revitalize the various towns and asses the situation in each province. Then, Laodice got together a letter to send off. The Pope also got involved, but as time went on, arguments started to form. Eventually, she was sent out of the writing process. She never wanted to sound rude, but everyone else had a different idea. For the sake of progress, she decided to let the men write the letter completely. To make it seem more real, she decided to get her husband's approval. The evening was fast approaching, and Laodice noticed the shadows in the hallway. It seemed darker. Laodice entered the throne room and Valentine was eating alone... and that meant eating with nearly a dozen servants doing various tasks. Thankfully he was drunk.<br/><br/>""My darling, Emperor Valentine IV, I require your signature on this sheet""<br/>""Uh, you aren't... doing things, are you?"" His speech was slightly slurred.<br/>""No... this is... this is the sheet for our next order of ice!""<br/>""Hmmmm, okay.....""<br/><br/>It was not a bad signature considering the state he was in, and thus she went off and copied it on the other letters as well. Finally, she stamped each one with the seal... it hasn't been used in years probably. Laodice looked out towards the harbor and saw the few ships in it. Someday, there would be more. She finally arrived at the military section and entered the stables. This section was for the Pegasus Knights. The Pegasus, like the horse, was tamed and eventually used for warfare. The Pegasus knights are unique in that it is open to women. These women are some of the strongest in the empire and need a morale boost. Laodice knew they would trust her, so she gave them the task of sending out these letters. She was making a huge risk, but this was a needed change. Laodice was worried that the content might be too inflammatory, but it was just vague enough to sound intimidating. Rome has the resources, it just finally needs to use them. Throughout the Eurasian continent, Pegasus riders took to the sky, only with rudimentary maps of the old world. Everywhere they went, there was shock and disbelief, either at the odd creature, or that a human woman in armor was riding it. The light of Constantinople was growing...<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_m285i8HHHO1qm15qr.jpg""/></div><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">To:</span>The Supposedly Civilized Nations of the world<br/><br/>Times such as these are a luxury. We live in a world where people live in some of the most varying living conditions. The most awful of these, is humanity. Humans have long been cast aside as an inferior. From being indebted to enslaved, humans are told they are meant to be in this position. They are told they have no hope, they are told that they fit no place else. They are wrong. A strong and secure empire rests at the eastern Mediterranean. Our history strings so far back that we used to own the known world. Humanity might have fallen as a single force, but the idea is still there. Under the rule of Latium, humans still live in a just and prosperous society. We are not a backwards tribe to be ""civilized"". We might have fallen, but are already rising. The Roman Empire is on the dawn of a new era. We are ready to face the world and take back what God has given us.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Emperor Valentine IV, Father of All Romans, King of Greece and Anatolia, Blessed by his Holiness</span></blockquote>"
15221,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=75,2014-12-24T16:08:00,Liberated Counties,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Addunas</span></span><br/><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i59.tinypic.com/2dwhrhl.jpg""/></div><br/><br/>Milur and his entourage finally arrived in the port of Addunas after travelling for five days straight along the Emperors Road, an immensely long stone brick road that stretches across the entirety of the Olmerdi Empire, linking all the centers of wealth to Addunas. As the wheelhouse finally rolled up to the gate, it remained unopened for a good five minutes as the militiamen on duty still hadn't noticed their arrival despite having drawn watch. A blow of one of the soldiers warhorns was all that it took to rouse their attention, and the embarrassed militia scrambled to raise the portcullis and then swing open the gate. The wheelhouse made its way inside followed by its mounted guard.<br/><br/>A single militiaman gathered up the courage to approach the travel-weary group. He was clad in a decent looking hauberk and nervously gripped his spear as he spoke. ""What brings a royal caravan to the port today, my good fellows?"" He asked the captain of the guard<br/>""We bring the Master of Diplomacy to treat with the half-elves of Frostorn. Our boat leaves tomorrow."" He said as he dismounted his bear, hardly taking notice of the anxious militiaman as the wheelhouse rolled by. ""He'll be staying at the mayors manor."" He finished as he walked on buy, guiding his mount alongside him.<br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-style: italic"">The Next Day</span></span><br/><br/>The boat that was awaiting Milur in the harbour was known as the Iono, a sleek galleon with disproportionally large sails and few cannons to boast of, since she was built for speed and therefore was perfect for the job at hand. Milur walked along the harbour admiring the vessel as he went. Dockworkers rushed around him as they loaded up the Iono with supplies for the trip. His captain and the other nineteen royal guards followed behind.<br/>""What a nice day to sail"" Milur said as his vision panned across the harbour, which was half empty since most of the merchant vessels had already left early to take advantage of the good weather, and all that remained anchored in the harbour where three heavily armed second-rates which guarded Addunas from pirates.<br/><br/>After preparations had finished, Milur and his companions boarded the Iono which wasted no time in casting off, and soon the slender vessel was making good speed to Greenland."
15222,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=75,2014-12-24T17:24:00,New Abrahammia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Jamjai <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=22905845#p22905845"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=22900720#p22900720"">wrote</a>:</cite>The king discusses with his royal advisors what further action he should take in stopping slavery. Someone recommends ""We could invade them.""<br/>""No, war is hell. And expensive."" <br/>We could give them money to stop doing so.""<br/>""No, they probably would just keep the money and continue with their slavery.""<br/>""What if we get some ninjas to free the slaves? We'll have to get ninjas, though, and they hate us.""<br/>""We could offer the ninjas amnesty for doing this. I know they hate slavery, too."" <br/>""That could work. We'll need to give them money, too. Spread the message that anyone that can prove that they possess ninja-like skills must report to the capital for a mission. Make sure to include the payment part of it.""<br/>Flyers would soon go around reading the following message:<br/></div></blockquote><br/> <span style=""font-style: italic"">King Moffi's throne room</span><br/><br/> King Moffi orders some of the Anihc villages to to destroyed. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""We will defy the Empire of Anihc boycott, even tho we don't drink tea""</span>-King Moffi lets out a loud mockery snort. Goldhoof starts laughing like a madman. King Moffi becomes a little dazed by Goldhoof's laugh and scratches his left ear. King Moffi continues. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""We will destroy a few of their villages to show who truly owns this region.""</span> <span style=""font-style: italic"">""And also""</span> King Moffi roars with a quick breath. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Until they stop their foolish sanctions we will wager a proxy war with them!""</span> King Moffi yells with ferocity. Goldhoof grins with amusement. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""And if they don't stop?"" we will attack them!""</span> <span style=""font-style: italic"">""Stop! Your voice is hurting my ears Goldhoof."" ""My brain still hurts from that milk I drank.""</span> <span style=""font-style: italic"">""Sorry, my king"" ""It's just I have a disdain for humans, there are weaklings beyond imaginable""</span> Goldhoof says with a grim face <span style=""font-style: italic"">""Tell you what. Since your the best warrior I've ever seen I will promote you as my top general.""</span> Goldhoof lets out a grin <span style=""font-style: italic"">""Thanks, my king, It will be my honor to to lead such a formidable army.""</span> says Goldhoof trying to hide his happiness <span style=""font-style: italic"">Okay, Goldhoof, since your really eager for battle, you will lead a small unit against destroying Ainhc villages</span> Goldhoof smiles with delight-fulness. <span style=""font-style: italic"">""We will bring back their blood and drink it as wine.""</span></div></blockquote><br/>The ninjas did not like the Anihc emperor, but knew that the minotaurs would destroy everything they worked for. They fled their towns for the capital, as they knew that the minotaurs were far worse. They fled to the emperor's to participate in the missions the emperor had. The generals had a great plan. It started with an attack from the south. Warriors stood in a row lines directly in front of archers who used repeating crossbows with poison tipped bolts. The strategy is to have the warriors duck down with their shields to allow the crossbowmen to fire. In the event that the minotaurs charge, the archers will hold their fire and the warriors shall stand to engage them."
15223,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=75,2014-12-24T17:40:00,Hastiaka,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Archduchy of Alteria<br/>The Territories of the High Elven Duchy<br/>Selia Towers, Alinor</span></div><br/><br/>The Dukes and Duchess were stressed. The Alterian people were all stressed. After a week, the Armies went back to their respective villages and rested. However, a large portion remained on High Alert. The Alterians were great traders. Their ships were large. Their naval convoys carried enough to trade tons upon tons of goods. Alteria can survive with out importing from other countries for a century or two. The Archduchess began going back to the Capitol. Tensions went down after weeks of intense preparations. However, the Alterian Archduchess is still outraged on how the other Human thinks their bretheren are being treated. In response, the Human Workers marched into the capitol proclaiming that they love Alteria. Thousands of Human workers were given salaries from that day on. Alteria never realized that their Peasantry project would cause such intrigue and controversy. The Archduchess, gathered her entire diplomatic force and sent a letter to the Anihc emperor. Apologizing sincerely, she too was teleported to the Anihc Emperor<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Anihc Imperial Palace</span><br/><br/>The Beautiful Archduchess walked in the aisle flanked by two diplomats and four Archguards. She bowed to the emperor and offered him her hand.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">''I apologize about enslaving the Human race. We are abolishing it. Furthermore, the Humans will still be invited to work in exchange of payments and gold.''</span>the Archduchess said."
15224,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=75,2014-12-24T17:56:00,New Abrahammia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Hastiaka <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=22906822#p22906822"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Archduchy of Alteria<br/>The Territories of the High Elven Duchy<br/>Selia Towers, Alinor</span></div><br/><br/>The Dukes and Duchess were stressed. The Alterian people were all stressed. After a week, the Armies went back to their respective villages and rested. However, a large portion remained on High Alert. The Alterians were great traders. Their ships were large. Their naval convoys carried enough to trade tons upon tons of goods. Alteria can survive with out importing from other countries for a century or two. The Archduchess began going back to the Capitol. Tensions went down after weeks of intense preparations. However, the Alterian Archduchess is still outraged on how the other Human thinks their bretheren are being treated. In response, the Human Workers marched into the capitol proclaiming that they love Alteria. Thousands of Human workers were given salaries from that day on. Alteria never realized that their Peasantry project would cause such intrigue and controversy. The Archduchess, gathered her entire diplomatic force and sent a letter to the Anihc emperor. Apologizing sincerely, she too was teleported to the Anihc Emperor<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Anihc Imperial Palace</span><br/><br/>The Beautiful Archduchess walked in the aisle flanked by two diplomats and four Archguards. She bowed to the emperor and offered him her hand.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">''I apologize about enslaving the Human race. We are abolishing it. Furthermore, the Humans will still be invited to work in exchange of payments and gold.''</span> the Archduchess said.</div></blockquote><br/>After this act of kindness and compassion, the emperor of Anihc ordered for a convoy of caravans to carry gold to the capital of Alteria. The emperor looked the Archdutchess in the eye and said to her ""We need your nation's help to fight the minotaurs. This is not just for Anihc, but for basic rights that everyone deserves. Can you do that?"""
15225,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=75,2014-12-24T19:14:00,Hastiaka,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Archduchy of Alteria<br/>The Territories of the High Elven Duchy<br/>Imperial Palace of Anihc</span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">''I'm afraid that Alteria needs to be neutral today. However, how did you know they were attacking? My sentries are the best here but they never confirmed such attacks. Perhaps you'd need to clarify this to the Minotaurs. However, if this is really true not just a vague rumor, I recommend pleading for help to a another Human Empire called Latinan.. Latino?.. wait, Yes, it's Latinum. They have the armies. Probably the best if you establish relations with them. Anyways, i'll have to travel Home then. My diplomats have to stay here. My Archguard and i however needs to travel home in Alteria. We have to walked thousands of miles there. Good bye now, I'm off to an adventure!''</span><br/><br/>With that, the Archduchess and her Personal guards travelled outside the Imperial Palace. She was awed on how the Humans were living. She came to the local stable and Hired a carraige. After paying for the Carraige, she decided to head home. First off was the Anihc cities in Xinjiang."
15226,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=75,2014-12-24T19:22:00,Nuridia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Tomia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=22906174#p22906174"">wrote</a>:</cite>Arax joined his friends in the Faelona throne room. ""Well, at least we're apart from the violence. We can only defend our own."" He smiled at Eva's words but looked guilty at her last words. He turned back to Ismara who was sitting on her throne. ""Ismara, may I speak to you alone? It's important."" He said sincerely, looking into her eyes and hoping she'd accept.</div></blockquote><br/>""Alone?"" The queen raised an eyebrow and she couldn't say that she was thrilled to be alon with Arax after the way that things were left off. She still hadn't recovered from her pain and anger from that but she knew that it wouldn't be healthy to keep it all in. She turned to Eva and Wiz. ""Guys, leave us for a bit please."" she asked. Wiz motioned to Eva and the two left the throne room along with the lords of the chamber until it was just Arax and Ismara."
15227,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=75,2014-12-24T19:26:00,Jamjai,"<span style=""font-style: italic"">Near the border of Anihc</span><br/><br/>Goldhoof readies his troops.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""I waaant fleeeeshhh.""</span>Squealed a young crazed minotaur. The minataur next to him shoves his puny body aside.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Owie!""</span>Goldhoof hits himself in the face with his right palm.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Get that idiot out of here before he does something stupid.""</span>Two soldiers pick him up and get ready to toss him<span style=""font-style: italic"">No, no no!""</span><span style=""font-style: italic"">""I go myself""</span>The little minatuar runs away but shortly after, falls to the ground. Goldhoof starts to speak.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Okay, we will raid the villages in three minutes.""</span><span style=""font-style: italic"">""The Anihc have lots of ""wine""</span><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Go get it""</span>The minataurs roar with superiority.<br/><br/>A minute later, a young courier gallops his way to the small band of warriors.<span style=""font-style: italic"">"" I have news!""</span>The courier reaches them and takes a pause to catch his breath.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""What is it?""</span>ask Goldhoof.<span style=""font-style: italic"">The Anihc had made an alliance with the Alterians.</span><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Whaaaaat!""</span>gasps Goldhoof.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Arg! Those ungrateful elves""</span><span style=""font-style: italic"">I'll will go back to the king and advise him to build a large miltary presence near the Anihc border."" </span><span style=""font-style: italic"">""And!""</span>Goldhoof pauses for a moment.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""We will enslave the nomads in the west in response to the Anihc antics."" </span><span style=""font-style: italic"">""I will make sure the king agrees.""</span>"
15228,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=75,2014-12-24T19:36:00,Tomia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nuridia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=22907562#p22907562"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Tomia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=22906174#p22906174"">wrote</a>:</cite>Arax joined his friends in the Faelona throne room. ""Well, at least we're apart from the violence. We can only defend our own."" He smiled at Eva's words but looked guilty at her last words. He turned back to Ismara who was sitting on her throne. ""Ismara, may I speak to you alone? It's important."" He said sincerely, looking into her eyes and hoping she'd accept.</div></blockquote><br/>""Alone?"" The queen raised an eyebrow and she couldn't say that she was thrilled to be alon with Arax after the way that things were left off. She still hadn't recovered from her pain and anger from that but she knew that it wouldn't be healthy to keep it all in. She turned to Eva and Wiz. ""Guys, leave us for a bit please."" she asked. Wiz motioned to Eva and the two left the throne room along with the lords of the chamber until it was just Arax and Ismara.</div></blockquote><br/>Arax was nervous to be alone with Ismara again. The last time he was alone with her was that fateful day three years ago. And that had not been a pleasant conversation. ""I figured I should speak to you alone. We were the closest after all, I figured I should apologize to you first. I know it probably doesn't mean much, or anything at all. But Is, I'm so sorry. What I did was stupid and childish. I had no idea how much I hurt you. I regretted leaving as soon as I did it, but I was too much of a coward to face you. I know we won't ever be able to return to how things were, but I just want you to know, I truly regret what I did."""
15229,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=75,2014-12-24T19:38:00,Hastiaka,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">An Anihc Village near Minotaur Territory</span><br/><br/>After days of travel, the Carraige almost reached the edge of Anihc territory. The Archduchess stepped down from her carraige as she heard screams of Humans in a nearby Anihc settlement. She and her four guards approached the town cautiously. As she nears the village, she saw Minotaurs rampaging across the settlement. The Village's guards were literally ripped into pieces as the minotaurs slaughter innocent children. The huts of the Humans were burning. Black clouds reaching high into the sky. The Archduchess was stunned. Her guards recommended to leave them alone. Hundreds of Humans were being slaughtered. The mothers were charred while their children became drinks for the Minotaurs to eat. The beasts were everywhere. Soon, a group of Human knights arrived just to be torn apart. Their armor were no match to the utter strength of the beasts. The Archduchess, fearing that the Minotaurs will see her, fled to the carraige and went on."
15230,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=75,2014-12-24T19:43:00,New Abrahammia,"An all out war is predicted between Anihc and the Minotaurs because of their violent actions. Archers are placed on the Good Wall of Anihc along with other troops nearby, but that only protects the northern side. The northwest seemed to be where the minotaurs would strike next. To prepare for them, troops put oil in the fields where there is no villages. Archers equipped with fire arrows wait behind hills to eliminate them. Military camps are set up around the northwest as well, a kilometer behind the oil traps."
15231,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=75,2014-12-24T19:54:00,Hastiaka,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Anihc City, Border crossing</span><br/><br/>The Archduchess arrived to the safety of an Anihc Settlement. The city was albiet large. The traders were coming from different races. Alterian, Fae, Dwarves and others. The Archduchess visited the city's Little Alteria. a Hundred Alterians migrated there. Though, abandoning their Rich culture and settled for a more basic lifestyle. The Archduchess shocked the Alterian Migrants when she knocked on their weekly meetings. The Alterians there gradually adapted to Human culture and thus was wearing Human clothing.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">''I am Archduchess Arianne Indoril of House Lancelot. Greetings bretheren, I recommend you leaving this settlement. You see, there is war going on and the Minotaurs think we joined the Anihc cause. They may slaughter you once they reach this city. As the Archduchess of your ancestors, I command you to leave this city now!</span>suddenly. the Archguard ordered them to forcefully evacuate. Soon, the Alterians there moved out in a caravan.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">''Let us leave this city and head to Minotaur territory. I hope they won't see us. Goddess Andrela! Goddess of Light and Fate! Help us!''</span>"
15232,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=75,2014-12-24T20:28:00,Glajinard,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Gikerahaf, Glajinard</span><br/><br/>Chancellor Rarnol happened to look out the window at a pegasus alighted on the courtyard of the royal palace. He was astounded, as he had only ever read about pegasi, and had never seen one in person. He doubted if anyone in Glajinard had. Several guards quickly approached the beast and its rider. Rarnol could see that they were telling him he couldn't land here, while the rider was apparently telling them something important. The rider was holding out a scroll, which one of the guards stepped forward to receive. He stepped back with the scroll and the rider spurred his steed, which quickly took off and soared away. As Rarnol observed the pegasus flying further into the distance, the guard had made his way to the Chancellor's office with the scroll.<br/><br/>""Sir, I have a message here, the messenger said he was from the Latium Empire, a human nation to the far south.""<br/><br/>""Thank you soldier, you may be dismissed."" said Rarnol as he took the scroll. He read through the message. It rambled about past human greatness, their legacy and destiny, etc, etc. Rarnol knew from history that the Human Empire at its greatest extent never touched Glajinard territory. Regardless, he figured the Orks and others would make quick work of human expansion. He folded the letter and filed it away, figuring he could bring it up at the next Privy Council meeting."
15233,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=75,2014-12-24T21:22:00,New Abrahammia,"With the lands to the south having slavery, this became quite difficult for the emperor. Yes, they have slaves, but they also are mostly human and have a large army. After some thought, the emperor expanded the Royal decree putting sanctions on slave bearing nations. Now, The Sasvatanagara Empire is an exception to the sanctions."
15234,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=75,2014-12-24T22:02:00,Former Soviet Socialists,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://oi59.tinypic.com/so3ino.jpg""/></div><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Ancient Village within the Mountain</span></div><br/><br/>It was a grand village. Built deep within the sacred Mountain of Gileyven. It is said that the ancient mountain itself was once a golem that the Great Sage breathed life into after building it with his own hands. Inside this mountain was the place the Great Sage chose to build his capital for the tribes he united under him. The Citadel stood in the middle of the village. That place has, since ancient times, has been meeting place for the mighty Decarchs. Now, as before, all those mighty Decarchs gathered in the Ancient City for the administering of the land. There are 10 Decarchs in total, from the ten strongest tribes amongst the sankinlari. The individual tribes tribes decide their own Decarch in the form of the custom of their lands. The current Decarcs are: Sage Sesbacu Tarnlin of the Tarnlin clan, Bowuk The Hammer of the Adacaws, Descau The Terrible of the Fahl clan, Remac Mur of the Mur, Wiyer The One-eyed of the Yasbacu, Komus The Indecisive of the Gelea, Gilas of the Relea. The remaining three are Sunefes who have manged to become Decarchs of Sankinlari tribes through skillful political maneuverings, Masiyi The merchant, Desaram The Law-Giver, Rotu The Bold. There is also an Honorary Decarch, the leader of the Sunefes, Larinoc. Though he holds no power in the state government, most of the Decarchs respect the Sunefes leader. It was the Great Sage who first bestowed the title of Honorary Decarch to the Sunefe leader in those ancient times.<br/><br/>The meeting proceeded as usual under Sage Sesbacu. Sesbacu was Decarch of the Tarnlin clan, that clan which was led by the Great Sage. The Sage in his title is passed down through the clan from successive leaders. He began the council, ""As you all know, our people grown restless. They are sharpening their swords and forming the war band. They call for blood grows louder every day. Some of you have even given in to that call without first coming to the council."" He looked over at Descau, who have been given the name ""The Terrible,"" for your land would face great despair if he was attacking it. ""Brother, my people grumbled against me."" Descau said, trying to exscuse himself. ""My men only attacked those humans by the Great Sea. Everyone knows their leader is a timid one. He never responds to our attacks. We need not fret over any response from that man."" Remac of the Mur, agrily chimed in, ""Sesbacu is right, we have our laws! We must go to the council and get approval! Get approval then go to war!"" Remac was a strict follower of the laws laid before us by our forefathers. He needed to be, his tribe controlled a small claim between stronger tribes. Those laws are what keep his tribe in existence. ""As well as the reports of Descau attacking the humans by the Great Sea, there are also reports of growing restlessness.,"" said Sesbacu. ""We need to convene a vote now to decide what is permitted and what is not.""<br/><br/>Some time after, the Sunefes also gathered to their council of their leaders to discuss the growing restless among the Sankinlari. The Sunefe always felt uneasy when the Sankinlari would get this way, fearing they would have to fight them again. The Sunefe have their own council made up of all the leaders of Sunefe villages, the three Sunefe Decarchs, and the honorary Decarch. In this council the Honorary Decarch did have power, near-absolute power, as this is the way the Sunefe manged their land. And his title in this council was High Kalen, as the Honorary Decarch title is one that is given to him in the Sankinlari government. The Sunefes knew how to deal with the Sankinlari, especially during these times. It is the key as to how they survived the extinction during the days of the Great Sage. The Sunefes deceided that they would just stay out of their way. It was good if the Sankinlari bloodlust was turned elsewhere. Many of their leaders even pledged to join the Sankinlari as a great amount of coin could be made from the Sankinlari destruction. The Sankinlari were there ones who did the majority of the trade in the land after all.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><br/>Some weeks ago....</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><br/>Fortress of Manzikert</span><br/>Now Descau The Terrible of the Fahl tribe had been attacking the humans by the Great Sea, taking what he can. His tribe has mostly just been raiding, only one admirable feat took place, that was the destruction of the Fortress at Manzikert. Descau attacked it, for it was said to hold the the wealth of the province. It was in the dead of night, the Sankinlari swarmed the fortress walls on their Yatans. They used them to smash the fortress in their weak spots. The Yatans smashed through and ran amok in the fortress, trampling all foolish enough to be in the way, even the Sankinlari themselves. The Sankinlari and the Golems they breathed life into, followed quickly behind. Descau had reserved Golems this campaign just for attacking this fortress. The defenders were quickly overwhemled. All was set ablaze in the fight, and the fortress walls torn down. Many of the fortress' people, as well as the small villages in the area were taken captive by Descau and the Sunefe slavers. As usual, the humans of the Great Sea sent no response to Descau or the other tribes.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Summary:</span><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Usual intro, Council, Govenment proceedings.<br/>The description of the destruction of the Fortress of Manzikert in The Bastion of Latium.</div></div></div>"
15235,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=75,2014-12-24T22:06:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Arbamthaz, Glajinard</span></span></div><br/>The High King Lakrir finally revealed himself, and Airdan hopped off his smilodon. Automatically after its rider was off, the huge cat dropped onto its rump. The young Emperor then took his helmet off and walked up to the table to take his seat. The Imperial Guard entered the pavilion with their smilodon whether or not they were allowed to. The massive cats seemed to be rather irked at the presence of bears. Looking up, Airdan scoffed at seeing Venali on griffons. Disgusting. The snow wyverns that couldn't fit on the pavilion stayed where they were, snapping at the griffons, obviously seeing these avian creatures as... Lunch. Their handlers were beginning to have a hard time holding them back. Airdan glanced back and gestured for one of the Imperial Guard to deal with the problem. The guard then nodded, led his smilodon out and calmed the angry wyverns down.<br/><br/>""Emperor Airdan Miirphys. Supreme Leader of Scandinavian Kylantha, and<span style=""font-style: italic"">Oppressor of the Venali scum</span>."" said the Emperor as he sat down, glaring up at the Venali riders. Had the snow wyverns not noticed them, he wouldn't be in a foul mood. But he quickly regained his composure for his reputation's sake, and looked back at the dwarven High King. The boy Emperor took another deep breath before he spoke.<br/><br/>""Ah. Anyway, King Lakrir. I understand that you and my father had an agreement, concerning the Venali. After the war, you were not any longer allowed to admit the Venali into your lands. But more and more have been escaping. And were seen heading West..."" Airdan sighed. ""I don't aim to cause unrest over this matter. I only ask that you... Stop. Completely. That is, if slaves still are entering your lands. They're undesirable. Filthy.""<br/><br/>The Emperor continued to explain, emphasizing his dislike for the Venali people. But he made a little decision that would surely make his wife happy. She had asked him for true peace, and so he would give it to her. And to his children as well. Being a father at 16 years of age wasn't so easy at all. He realized that showing his hatred for the Venali wouldn't help with this meeting at all. He continued to abhor them, but now more discreetly.<br/><br/>""I am also here to repair relations with your Kingdom. My father was indeed... Rather hostile. Though I can't say I'm not either, I don't want to be like him. My children look up to me, and I'd rather not have them growing up to be as bad as I.""<br/><br/>Running his fingers through his white hair, he breathed again, remembering how many people were watching and listening to him. He never did like having to speak in public, but according to old Taero, it was required of him.<br/><br/>""High King Lakrir, as of now, I have nothing to offer you. But I hope that after we leave here, Glajinard and Kylantha will not have to look upon each other with hate. I'd like to propose an alliance."" he said directly to the High King. The Imperial Guard around him seemed unsettled, but couldn't and wouldn't do anything. This boy was their Emperor, after all.<br/><br/>""As my wife said, we cannot live in peace when we're all too aware that our ""enemies"" are all around. We must make them our friends if we are to have peace of mind..."" Airdan concluded, clasping his hands together on the table nervously, as he expected King Lakrir to reject the alliance. But it didn't matter. Then they could resume to the uncertain peace, but it would definitely disappoint Myriani..."
15236,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=75,2014-12-24T22:08:00,Drunken Pagan Weirdos,"((As the below is also posted in the OOC thread, I've spoiler'd it for the reader's convenience to cut down on space.))<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Catacombs of the Royal Family, beneath the Royal Palace, City of Sasvata Nagara</span><br/><br/>Lord Jallandhar drew his cloak tighter around him as he descended further into the depths of the royal catacombs, suppressing a shiver. A shiver! He, a Rakshasa – the undead – who had not felt the bitter touch of cold in nearly five hundred years, now felt the need to shiver! Behind him he heard a single amused chuckle. “It can be frightful here, milord Regent. I’m sure we all think the better of you for leading us down here regardless.”<br/><br/>That would be Manushya, mocking him in a light, lilting tone. That insufferable wench! Had he the power Jallandhar would have turned and done something about that raven-haired buffoon, but Manushya was one of the Twenty – the sorcerers who had been turned undead alongside the immortal Devaraja – and was therefore twice his age, with power and magic to match. Jallandhar himself could only faintly remember the Devaraja, the god-king who had been asleep down in these catacombs for most of the Regent’s unlife. And so he hissed, licking his fangs and muttering, “It was you, I believe, who requested <span style=""font-style: italic"">my</span> company down here. I was only too happy to protect you.”<br/><br/>Manushya gave him a cold smile. “And I was only stating my gratitude in the fact that you, the ruler of the Empire and the Regent holding the throne, deigned to lead us to the Devaraja’s chambers… personally.”<br/><br/>Jallandhar grumbled, but said no more: the rest of the group, three Rakshasa guards and two human servants, were now giving the exchange their full attention. Besides, the company had finally reached their destination – a solid stone door bearing the carving of a demon. The Devaraja’s tomb. “We’re here,” he said, grateful to have changed the subject. “Guards, stand alert. You two, bring the torches closer.”<br/><br/>“Never mind that,” Manushya purred, waving the mortal servitors away. “If you’ll allow me…?”<br/><br/>She placed hands upon the door and began to chant; Jallandhar and the three guards stood grimly, while the mortals gazed upon the sorceress with fear and awe. But if they expected flash and panache out of her magic they were disappointed; after a few moments’ time the old door groaned and slowly, of its own accord, slid back to reveal a jet-black passageway. “Let’s get this over with,” Jallandhar said, drawing his cloak tighter still, but Manushya stopped him with an outstretched arm.<br/><br/>“No,” said she, “you go alone. If the Devaraja is truly waking, it should be you, his regent, who greets him first.”<br/><br/>Jallandhar blinked in surprise; this honor pleased him immensely, and he was surprised that the sorceress wench had offered it. “Of course,” said he, straightening up his clothing and wiping away a cobweb; with that, he vanished down the hallway. The remainder of the group leaned forward, not knowing what they would hear, but breathless with anticipation regardless. Finally, Jallandhar called back, “I think he’s –“<br/><br/>His voice dissolved into a piercing scream, quickly cut off into a pained gurgle. The guards and servants drew back; Manushya merely leaned against the wall, the faintest of smiles playing across her face. She had been right after all – her lord was hungry. And it wasn’t ten seconds before she, with her heightened senses, heard movement – the sound of something dragging its feet down a long stone hallway. One of the guards gasped. “He has arisen!”<br/><br/>The two mortals turned and ran in terror; Manushya paid them no mind. If – <span style=""font-style: italic"">if</span> – the blind fools made it out of these ancient crypts, they could be dealt with soon enough. For now, she had more pressing matters to consider – namely, that of the pale humanoid figure now dragging himself out of the hallway and into the torchlight. He was an obviously demonic thing; he had the head of a lion, with blood on his fanged lips and a multi-tied crown on his head, and long clawed fingers, also stained with blood. His tail, a scaled thing that looked surprisingly like a snake, swished back and forth. He growled at the light, and he growled at Manushya.<br/><br/>“Zapathasura,” she intoned, bowing her head. “Welcome back.”<br/><br/>He blinked, trying to drudge up the old memory of his long-forgotten name. Finally he parted his teeth and spoke. Manushya knew that it was as much a curse as a blessing, a bitter irony of vile taste on the Devaraja’s lips: “Long… live… the king.”<br/><br/>In unison, Manushya and the guards dropped to their knees and repeated as one: “Long live the king.”</div></div></div><br/><br/><div align=""center"">-----<br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i2.cdn.turner.com/cnn/dam/assets/130509172931-umaid-bhavan-horizontal-gallery.jpg""/></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Throne Room, Royal Palace, City of Sasvata Nagara</span><br/><br/>“Bring me up to speed,” the Devaraja commanded in a low, rumbling tone. He settled into his old throne – wonder of wonders, it was just as he’d left it! – and stroked absentmindedly at his chin. He appeared far more human now – though his skin remained pale, his face was now much as it had been in his mortal life, with a wide, curling moustache, and his hands were now merely topped off with long, pointed fingernails. Facing him were six of the Twenty Sorcerers, several ancient generals, and whatever of his old advisors still remained – the rest of the latter, he had learned, had been slain in various petty power struggles over the last four hundred years. He had been filled in on what he had missed in the past; now he needed to learn and understand the present. “You have told me of<span style=""font-style: italic"">my</span>empire. The Eternal City thrives, but what of the rest of the world?”<br/><br/>“I – I am glad that you asked, Lord Devaraja,” Manushya, standing in front of the others, said with a nod. “Our neighbors to the far north in Anihc have decided to make things… difficult.” She nodded to one of the advisors, who delivered to the Devaraja a sealed scroll. He broke it and began to read, brows furrowed. “They intend to boycott nations involved in the trade and use of slaves,” she continued, “and that list of nations, of course, includes the Empire.”<br/><br/>The Devaraja snorted, clearly still struggling to wake and function at full capacity. “Is our trade with those cretins of sufficient size to worry? Whatever will we do without their<span style=""font-style: italic"">tea</span>?”<br/><br/>Several of the assembled personages snorted with laughter, while Manushya merely gave the Devaraja a thin-lipped smile. “Good relations with Anihc are a cornerstone of our modern security,” said she, “and I for one would endeavor to keep it.” Several others nodded in agreement.<br/><br/>“Perhaps we should offer<span style=""font-style: italic"">tea</span>to other nations affected by this boycott,” the Devaraja mused. “I will not be bullied into submission by – “<br/><br/>He broke off as the doors to the throne room opened, and another courtier – a very young Rakshasa – entered, bowing profusely. The Devaraja beckoned him to approach, and received a whispered message in return. After the courtier had left once more, he turned back to his fellows and smiled. “I am told that Anihc has lifted the boycott – but only against the Empire specifically,” he said. “It would seem that they are as interested in that cornerstone as you, Manushya.”<br/><br/>She smiled and bowed in response. “Then I shall pay the boycott no further mind,” he continued, waving his hand. “Let them do as they well. In any event we shall refrain from announcing my renewed presence in this court for the time being; I will consider the matter again when my mind has fully cleared. In the meantime, do send a message of acknowledgement and friendship to Anihc; if their kingdom is as large as I recall, I do think positive relations would be safer for us all. And give Lord… what was his name, again?”<br/><br/>“Jallandhar,” Manushya supplied.<br/><br/>“See that Lord Jallandhar is given a burial befitting his status,” the Devaraja continued, smiling thinly. “I do regret having done that to him.”"
15237,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=75,2014-12-24T22:23:00,The Abel Imaginarium,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">THE TITAN EATER</span></span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Krigorn - Fortress of The Colossus</span></span><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://northwind.clan.su/_nw/19/24173666.jpg""/></div><br/><br/>Even in his sleep,<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Warlord Arkhor Asinbad Krigmar</span>could hear the dying screams of his fallen enemies. In his dreams he saw himself standing once again on a mound of dead ogres and giants lifting up the bloody head of their decapitated king and howling victory in the names of Tarkon and Killaar. Surrounding him were his fellow Black Orcs chanting the never-ending warcry of their race and praising his name for it was through that victory he became known as The Titan Eater and earned the rights to become the new Warlord of Khaarn.<br/><br/>Arkhor was no ordinary ork of course. His father was a mighty Black Orc whilst his mom an elven slave which overall made him a half-breed. Because of the mix blood running in his veins, Arkhor became more intelligent, wise and cunning than other members of his kind. He had better control over the infamous berserker rage that plagued his race and could remain cool-headed and logical even in the most crucial of times. Now that Arkhor had earned his position, all that remains for him to do is to keep it. And to do that he needed to prevent his crude vassals from becoming too bored and rebellious for his and their own good.<br/><br/>As such, plans were already in motion while he snoozed. In the far north-western region of Khaarn, where the<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Rocket Freakz</span>&<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Gizzmo Boyz Clans</span>resided, hundreds of Mek Orks had been secretly mobilised to band their thick skulls together and conjure up new terrible schematics to build ""da biggest and baddest"" war machines ever built. If there was one mastercraft the dull-witted Orks excelled at....it was the crafting of weapons & engines of destruction, or anything that went ""boom"" and ""bam"" for that matter. To help increase the effectiveness of what they were about to create, Warlord Arkhor even enlisted a large number of his crazed shamans from the<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lightning Fitz Clan</span>to help the Mek Orks empower tenfold whatever they created.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, up north near the ork fishing ports of the Baltic Sea, a few goblins from the<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Snazzy Eader</span>tribe had been tasked with voyaging up to The Kylantha Empire to trade with them and purchase from them a large number of slaves. The Orks needed more workers to work their iron and steel mines and since they couldn't depend upon themselves to do it (too boring a job for them) they had to get others to do it for them. At the same time, Warboss Dumma of the<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Skaree Moon</span>Clan was told to gather 385 of his boyz and head down south-west while protecting 20 makeshift caravans driven by wild boar riders. It was time to put their useless gold and silver treasures to a good use so their mission was to buy up as much metal ore as possible from the markets of the western kingdoms and bring them back without losing even a fraction of it.<br/><br/>In his sleep, The Titan Eater smiled to himself.<br/><br/>The world was going to bear witness to the greatest WAAGH! they'll ever see. A WAAGH that will raze this entire continent to the ground and turn it into a heaven of endless carnage and slaughter. The Orks had remained quiet for far too long. It was time the other weakling nations were reminded of the terrible rage of the The Hordes of Khaarn."
15238,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=100,2014-12-24T22:43:00,Nuridia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Tomia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=22907682#p22907682"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Nuridia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=22907562#p22907562"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Alone?"" The queen raised an eyebrow and she couldn't say that she was thrilled to be alon with Arax after the way that things were left off. She still hadn't recovered from her pain and anger from that but she knew that it wouldn't be healthy to keep it all in. She turned to Eva and Wiz. ""Guys, leave us for a bit please."" she asked. Wiz motioned to Eva and the two left the throne room along with the lords of the chamber until it was just Arax and Ismara.</div></blockquote><br/>Arax was nervous to be alone with Ismara again. The last time he was alone with her was that fateful day three years ago. And that had not been a pleasant conversation. ""I figured I should speak to you alone. We were the closest after all, I figured I should apologize to you first. I know it probably doesn't mean much, or anything at all. But Is, I'm so sorry. What I did was stupid and childish. I had no idea how much I hurt you. I regretted leaving as soon as I did it, but I was too much of a coward to face you. I know we won't ever be able to return to how things were, but I just want you to know, I truly regret what I did.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Sorry?"" ""You think you can just leave us in shambles, abandon us without even giving a reason why and that makes it better?"" Ismara demanded lowly before speaking again. ""I regret what you did too."" ""I mean, not only was I hurt but Wiz and Eva were hurt as well."" ""And Wiz, you were very curel to him before you left but he's more forgiving than I am."" ""I miss the friendship we had, but you just destroyed it."" ""You seem sorry but it's going to take more than that to fix anything."" ""You can start by telling me why."" ""If you're sorry, tell me why you picked that fight and just left us all those years ago with no note, no letter, no visits from you."" ""You just left in anger and I want to know the reason why."" ""And no lies, I want the truth."" the queen said, holding back her tears."
15239,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=100,2014-12-24T22:51:00,Tomia,"""No, I know it won't fix anything. I'm not sure anything can, but I want to try."" He told her sincerely. He tensed up a little when she asked for the true reason why he left. He knew lying was a terrible idea, so he just had to tell the truth. Alright Is, you deserve at least that much. The true reason I left was... I was jealous."" He said softly and slowly. ""That's why I was cruel to Wiz as well. You too were so close, I thought you were... more than friends. I couldn't take that, and I was angry at both of you, so I left. I know how stupid that must seem, believe me I know. It was the stupidest thing I've ever done in my life."" He told her. He felt terribly guilty when he saw that she was holding back tears and trying not to cry."
15240,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=100,2014-12-24T22:55:00,Hastiaka,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Archduchy of Alteria<br/>Territories of the High Elven Duchy<br/>Alinor</span><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://40.media.tumblr.com/ea8e366c8a690fedf31859a5bfdaac64/tumblr_mw1fm7ml671sdu08go6_500.jpg""/></div><br/><br/>Duke Regent Vendralis was more of a Aggressive character. He hails from the House of Everglade. Duke Regent Vendralis was once a suspect in the slaying of former Archduke Yedran. However, in a unexpected twist, the Court of Intregal dismissed his infidelity and moved on. Soon, he rose to become a Duke Regent.<br/><br/>the Duke Regent, having the same power as the Archduchess had made plans to form an alliance between Elven Kingdoms. the Duke Regent is an Elven Xenophobe. Part of the Lildalis Order; An order designed to Make Elves superior, He began writing messages to the Different Elven Kingdoms about the suggested Elven Alliance.<br/><br/>After writing the suggestion, he sent the message via Elven messenger hawks. Each of these Hawks were given armor to provide protection. Soon, the letters would reach the Elven Kingdoms.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.theskoomaden.com/wp-content/uploads/High-Elf-Flag.png""/><br/><span style=""font-size: 130%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Archduchy of Alteria<br/>Official Communique</span></span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">To: The Various Elven Nations on Earth<br/><br/>From: Duke Regent Vendralis<br/><br/>We now face constant threat from other races, We now know that Humanity could destroy us. However, we must stand strong and united. Ever should they attack us, we shall help each other. For now, we shall increase our trade and our relations. To know each other, we must hold summits on each capitol. We are the elves of earth. The war mongering races of the planet think we are weak and filth. Elves will defend themselves. We are brethren. We are the elf.<br/><br/>Which is why i think we must bond our cultures together, End war between our nations. I propose to you the Elven Union. The EU will be responsible for the trade between our nations. I hope you will accept this<br/><br/>Glory to Elves! Glory to Elfkind!<br/><br/>Sincerely,<br/>Duke Regent Vendralis of House Everglade </span></blockquote>"
15241,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=100,2014-12-24T23:11:00,Nuridia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Tomia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=22909111#p22909111"">wrote</a>:</cite>""No, I know it won't fix anything. I'm not sure anything can, but I want to try."" He told her sincerely. He tensed up a little when she asked for the true reason why he left. He knew lying was a terrible idea, so he just had to tell the truth. Alright Is, you deserve at least that much. The true reason I left was... I was jealous."" He said softly and slowly. ""That's why I was cruel to Wiz as well. You too were so close, I thought you were... more than friends. I couldn't take that, and I was angry at both of you, so I left. I know how stupid that must seem, believe me I know. It was the stupidest thing I've ever done in my life."" He told her. He felt terribly guilty when he saw that she was holding back tears and trying not to cry.</div></blockquote><br/>""Jealous?"" ""Of Wiz and I, why would you ever be jealous?"" Ismara asked in astonishment. ""You know that he's never been more to me than a friend."" ""And yes, we are more than friends because he is like my brother and we were raised together."" ""Any sister loves her brother, I can't believe that you were jealous."" ""You should've come to us, if that was the way that you felt."" ""We tell each other everything, well at least that's what I thought."" Ismara blushed a little. He was jealous of Wiz? Why, it was like he was in love with her which was impossible. She did care for him, even was in love with him and prepared to confess but he blew up in her face one night and just left."
15242,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=100,2014-12-24T23:19:00,Tomia,"""I know Is, I told you I was being stupid. It was just hard for me to deal with. I didn't think you would understand, and I was afraid you would reject me. I realize now I ruined through best friendship I ever had over nothing. It was the worst mistake of my life Is. If you want to scream at me, kick me, throw me out, then do it. I deserve it all."" He told her sincerely, looking quite defeated in the moment."
15243,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=100,2014-12-25T00:06:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Lahti, Southern Kylantha</span></span></div><br/>As the ships from the Snazzy Eader tribe from the South approached, the ice around them began to move more quickly, and the waters churned violently in some places. From above, the beating of large wings could be heard, and below, the rumble of something large and angry. The goblins on the ship would begin to feel frightened as their craft began to sway from side to side as time passed. If one of them looked over the side, he would notice the huge dark shape that seemed to directly beneath the ship. It's arched back was cracking through the ice as it followed, making loud groaning noises as it went.<br/><br/>From afar, two Ashryn sentries watched, on the back of their<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://fc05.deviantart.net/fs70/f/2012/299/6/4/mh3___barioth_by_iireii-d5izk59.png"" rel=""nofollow"">snow wyverns</a>. The ship convoy neared, and once it passed the nautical border that led directly into Kylantha, one<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://img2.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20140830090509/monsterhunter/images/3/36/MHP3-Glacial_Agnaktor_Render_001.jpg"" rel=""nofollow""><span style=""font-style: italic"">havsorm</span> or sea serpent</a>burst through the ice, stopping the ships completely. One of the two sentries took off and had his snow wyvern land directly in front of the huge<span style=""font-style: italic"">havsorm</span>and the ship. It would have been far too large to land on the ship itself. The rider jumped off the wyvern and rubbed the side of its head before jumping up to the ship. He was humanoid, but being an Ashryn, his limbs were more powerful.<br/><br/>""For what reason are you Southerners here?!"" he demanded, drawing his longsword. Another havrsorm burst out of the icy waters behind the convoy. ""Speak now, before I have to do away with you!"""
15244,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=100,2014-12-25T00:08:00,Jamjai,"<span style=""font-style: italic"">King's throne room</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""We should now attack the nomads."" </span>Golfhoof says. King Moffi agrees<span style=""font-style: italic"">""We need slaves."" ""And we will enslave some of their people for our entertainment needs.""</span>King Moffi continues<span style=""font-style: italic"">""And plus we need slaves for being our target practice buddies.""</span>King Moffi says. Goldhoof smiles with awe.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Good, excellent plan my king""</span><br/><br/>After some long pause...<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""What do think of increasing our military presence near the Anihc border?""</span><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Hmm...""</span>The king thinks for a minute or two.<span style=""font-style: italic"">I will put half of our army(42,500) on guard near the Anihc border""</span><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Yes, my king"" I will inform the generals and the commanders.""</span><span style=""font-style: italic"">""And don't stop attacking until the Anihc ends the sanctions they have inflicted on us.""</span><span style=""font-style: italic"">Yes, my king we are a mighty people who will not take orders from anyone.""</span>Goldhoof hesitant for a while.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Except you King Moffi, of course.""</span><br/><br/>King Moffi speaks<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Also send a raiding party and several slavers to the west, the nomads.""</span><span style=""font-style: italic""> Oh, I certainly agree.""</span>Goldhoof grins."
15245,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=100,2014-12-25T00:34:00,The Abel Imaginarium,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Raid - Borders of Faelona</span></span><br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Raeynar The Bloodhuntress</span></span><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://media-cache-ec0.pinimg.com/736x/dd/95/05/dd95059788e7a198b45a70e2fa5226d0.jpg""/></div><br/><br/>""Ere you,"" said Darr'ukka the Moon Glade forest troll as he scooped up what looked like a handful of disgusting goop from his leather sack and offered it to Jambayolla. ""Be covered in this must.""<br/><br/>Jamba peered at it in disgust.<br/><br/>""Wat the grot is that awful stinking poo Darr'ukka? By Killaar it smells even worse then my dada's armpits.....and THATS saying alot!""<br/><br/>""Organs of squigs, excrement of wargs & waboo herbs crush and mix together,"" replied Darr'ukka solemnly. ""New idea from forest trolls. Good for blending in surrounding and hiding scent. Must put must.""<br/><br/>For the past five days, The Blood Huntress's raiding party consisting of thirty orks, ten forest trolls & one goblin shaman had managed to cross the borders of Faelona undetected and were now preparing themselves for a fun time raiding a small Fae village.<br/><br/>""Well if yer fink I'm gonna be covered from head to toe in squig poo then yer better fink again,"" grumbled Jamba carefully pushing away the troll's slime covered hand. ""I'm not gonna raid some village smelling worse than my dada's armpits......noooo sirree.""<br/><br/>Chuckling at Jamba's reaction, Raeynar spoke, ""The reason why it stinks this much Jamba is because its a deterrent for any animal the Fae employs to track us down. Seriously....not even our wargs can stand smelling that stuff without ruining their sniffers and crying tears. Plus, its color is suitable for hiding in environments like this.""<br/><br/>""Yeah yeah I get all f that,"" replied Jamba as he began sharpening his battleaxe. ""But what I wanna know is whads the point of all this muckery and secrecy. Can't we just go in roaring as usual and burn and butcher them lot?""<br/><br/>""Weeeeeell the aim is to catch them lot off guard see,"" Raeynar explained. ""Besides.....I heard the Big Boss wants more slaves to work the coal, iron and steel mines......and e offering a huge fortune to whoever manages to bring back more then twenty. Fortune split amongst ourselves is still big enough for each of us to buy our own stunties for the Bigga Slayya.""<br/><br/>When he heard that, Jamba paused for a moment and thought as he watched the other orks reluctantly cover their green skins with slimy goop.<br/><br/>""Orite orite.....but just THIS once yer hear me!""<br/><br/>The Blood Huntress grinned slyly and stood observing her band of raiders for awhile. Amongst the 30 orks she brought with her, there were 15 Black Orcs from her own tribe. If anything were to go sour by chance, these bigger and meaner fellows will make short work of the problem. To keep watch while the raid was happening, Darr'ukka's companion, Zirikir, would be dispatched with half of the forest trolls to secure the paths of the surrounding village area and alarm them of any approaching help from the neighbouring communities as well as to capture any escapees. It wouldn't bode too well for her group if word was to reach the rulers of Faelonia before they were safely back in Khaarn territory. Also, knowing of the magical prowess that the people of this kingdom possessed, Raeynar wisely brought with her<span style=""font-style: italic"">Old Trimbotrim</span>of the<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Crazee Gang</span>tribe of goblins. The Fae won't be expecting their ork raiders to be magically protected so that would be another unpleasant surprise for them.<br/><br/>""You boyos ready for some fun?"" she inquired with a smirk when the last ork had already strapped on his shield and light armor. At their unison chorus of agreement, The Blood Huntress said chillingly, ""Good.""<br/><br/>Turning to Old Trimbotrim she continued, ""Enact the spell Trimbo! Jam every form of their magical communications so they'll have to rely on foot, horse & bird messengers. Then barrier us up after yer done......now boyz....time to do some killing!""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Summer Night of Blood</span><br/><br/>It was a cool, beautiful and peaceful night for the villagers of a small Fae village. After a busy day's work they were happy to be back for some rest and sleep to prepare for another busy tomorrow. Suddenly......dark clouds hid the village out of the moon's gaze. Under the cover of darkness, The Blood Huntress and her warband moved quickly until they were right outside the outskirts of their target. The forest trolls under Zirikir moved into position and Raeynar raised her blade up at their signal.<br/><br/>The silence was suddenly broken by the roar of 30 raging orks and the rumbling earthquake of their terrible charge. Bloodlust filled the air and the atmosphere changed from one of slumbering peace to one of panic and fear and utter TERROR.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Lahti - Southern Kylantha</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Kaptain Yongkesh The Vile</span></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://jaydraven.files.wordpress.com/2009/11/orc_boss_large.jpg?w=390&amp;h=390""/></div><br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=22909613#p22909613"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Lahti, Southern Kylantha</span></span></div><br/>As the ships from the Snazzy Eader tribe from the South approached, the ice around them began to move more quickly, and the waters churned violently in some places. From above, the beating of large wings could be heard, and below, the rumble of something large and angry. The goblins on the ship would begin to feel frightened as their craft began to sway from side to side as time passed. If one of them looked over the side, he would notice the huge dark shape that seemed to directly beneath the ship. It's arched back was cracking through the ice as it followed, making loud groaning noises as it went. <br/><br/>From afar, two Ashryn sentries watched, on the back of their <a class=""postlink"" href=""http://fc05.deviantart.net/fs70/f/2012/299/6/4/mh3___barioth_by_iireii-d5izk59.png"" rel=""nofollow"">snow wyverns</a>. The ship convoy neared, and once it passed the nautical border that led directly into Kylantha, one <a class=""postlink"" href=""http://img2.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20140830090509/monsterhunter/images/3/36/MHP3-Glacial_Agnaktor_Render_001.jpg"" rel=""nofollow""><span style=""font-style: italic"">havsorm</span> or sea serpent</a> burst through the ice, stopping the ships completely. One of the two sentries took off and had his snow wyvern land directly in front of the huge <span style=""font-style: italic"">havsorm</span> and the ship. It would have been far too large to land on the ship itself. The rider jumped off the wyvern and rubbed the side of its head before jumping up to the ship. He was humanoid, but being an Ashryn, his limbs were more powerful. <br/><br/>""For what reason are you Southerners here?!"" he demanded, drawing his longsword. Another havrsorm burst out of the icy waters behind the convoy. ""Speak now, before I have to do away with you!""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>As the goblin sailors quivered in fear, a large scarred ork emerged from the bowels of the crude galley carrying a razor-sharp battleaxe.<br/><br/>""Oi now! what is da meaning of this hullabaloo em hearing!"" Kaptain Yongkesh bawled as he patted his weapon menacingly. ""...and who in Tarkon's name r you to stop ma ship yer grot! Didn't yer marmee ever teach yer ta show some respect?!....as for who we are.....we are Orks from Khaarn, bird boy, and The Titan Eater has sent us here to trade!""<br/><br/>But then with a cruel grin, Yongkesh continued, ""Buuuuut......if its a fight yer want.....we're more then willing to oblige. Ain't that right boyz?!""<br/><br/>At that moment, more grim and mean orks emerged from the ship's hold pouring onto the deck with their sharp blades, spears and axes. ""Yeahhhhh......me and ma boyos will be more than happy to have a piece of your birdie and that sea thing over there! So whats it gonna be birdboy?...yer gonna take us to yer oldman king or give us a good fight?""<br/><br/>Caught up in the moment, his Ork warriors began to chant out loud, ""FIGHT! FIGHT! FIGHT! FIGHT!"""
15246,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=100,2014-12-25T01:17:00,Hastiaka,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Alterian Refugee Caravan, Minotaur Territory</span><br/><br/>The morning sun shone across the Minotaur territory. The Caravan was slow and steady. Archduchess was too walking with a camel. a Hundred Alterians were walking. Time to time, they would set up camp. They would avoid Minotaur settlements as the Minotaur might think that the Elves are food to eat. The Archduchess was tired and lied down at the Camel's hump. The Archguards and the Alterian Militia guarded the villagers as they eat, sleep and repeat. It had been one week in and they are 1/7th the way."
15247,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=100,2014-12-25T01:49:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Lahti, Southern Kylantha, Tassarion Channel</span></span></div><br/>Saevel the Scout scoffed and returned his sword to its place. ""As if you could ever slay a<span style=""font-style: italic"">havsorm or</span>a snow wyvern."" he said arrogantly, giving a glance at the large sea serpent right behind him. It growled and exhaled, coating the ship's forward hull with a thin layer of ice. Saevel looked up at Yongkesh, unintimidated. He was young and much smaller, but he was trained not to show fear in the face of the enemy, no matter how much larger they were than yourself.<br/><br/>""First of all... Our Emperor is not 'old'. He's in the dwarvenlands to the West currently, though Lord Taero will be<span style=""font-style: italic"">glad</span>to speak with you. Second, I'm not a bird boy. If you're looking to meet one we've got over three thousand in the mainland, hungry and ready to find some prey."" Saevel continued. Before the orks could give any reply, the other snow wyvern landed next to the larger one, and a female sentry jumped onto the deck a meter behind Saevel. Elasha.<br/><br/>""What's the matter, Saevel? Having trouble with dealers again?"" she asked, smirking as she approached with a hand on her hip. At the sight of the orks, she grimaced. Good thing her mouth wasn't visible. Orks were more undesirable than the Venali, really, but Emperor Airdan had yet to say anything of them. She kept her hand on the hilt of her sword in case these men had any other plans. Saevel shrugged and briefly explained to her as he prepared to leave.<br/><br/>""Follow behind me, directly. Unless you want one of the<span style=""font-style: italic"">havsorm</span>to think I'm leaving you for them."" said Saevel, hopping up onto the ships side. ""They'll tear this ship into pieces within minutes. Crew included. So, eyes on the snow wyverns, please.""<br/><br/>The two Ashryn mounted their snow wyverns and took off. Saevel gestured to the<span style=""font-style: italic"">havsorm</span>that was blocking the ship's way, and it swiftly disappeared into the dark, icy waters. Saevel and Elasha made sure they were close enough so that the convoy behind wouldn't lose them. If in case that happened, then the<span style=""font-style: italic"">havsorm</span>would attack whether or not they had orders to do so. The Braern who trained them made them hostile towards whatever crossed the channel without Ashryn guides. Many had lost their lives in this channel, though all of them were Venali."
15248,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=100,2014-12-25T05:39:00,Glajinard,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Arbamthaz, Glajinard</span><br/><br/>High King Lakrir sighed as Emperor Airdan finished speaking. He noticed the conflict between the smilodons and wyrvens, and the griffins, which he thought poetically mirrored the animosity between their owners. While he was sure the wyrvens were physically stronger than the griffins, he also expected the griffins to be faster, a fair fight if there ever was one. He had brought the Venali griffin-riders here for the express purpose of reminding the Ashryn that they had a valuable place in Glajinardi society.<br/><br/>The youth of the boy was evident, not only in his appearance but his speech and thought. He had the traditional arrogance and inhumanity of his father, whom Lakrir had always thought an evil, but brilliant, man. As the Emperor continued to insult the Venali, Lakrir and many of the dwarves and satyrs bristled. The dwarves looked on the Venali benevolently as their wards, while the satyrs saw them as their brothers in vassalage. Needless to say, here at Arbamthaz the hate ran deep, many of those present had lost friends and family in the war.<br/><br/>When the Emperor suggested an alliance, sounds of protest, shock, and disgust rippled through the assembled Glajinardi. The idea that the dwarves, many of whom had been present during the war, as dwarves often live till 250, was offensive to nearly all. Duke Dkag smashed his fist on the table as Airdan finished speaking.<br/><br/>""My king, surely you cannot allow..."" he shouted, before Lakrir silenced him with a gesture.<br/><br/>Lakrir turned his seat to address the dwarves behind him. ""Peace, peace brethren, allow me to speak."" he said, and the dwarves begrudgingly quietened down. Lakrir turned his attention back to the Emperor.<br/><br/>""Emperor Airdan, let me begin by saying I will not tolerate your continued insults to my valued subjects. If you cannot refrain from speaking ill of the Venali, do not speak of them at all. If you cannot do even this you will leave my kingdom.""<br/><br/>Lakrir took a second to rub his forehead in consternation. ""As for the peace treaty, it is offensive to me that you would imply any dwarf, much less myself, would break his word in such a manner. I signed that treaty with my own hand, and I can assure you we have followed it to the letter. However, there are physical constraints upon which I have no control. My soldiers cannot possibly monitor the entire border, and I cannot spare them to scour the countryside searching for your fugitive slaves. Any escaped Venali that may or may not reside in Glajinard do so illegally, and must be hiding in the wilderness. If and when they are caught they will be handed over to you.""<br/><br/>""Finally, this<span style=""font-style: italic"">alliance</span>,"" Lakrir spat out the word, ""will not happen. Not now, likely not ever. I too am sorry that our peoples must look upon each other with hate, but it was not the dwarves that attacked an Ashryn city. The dwarves will not break the peace, so long as the Ashryn do not. When the Venali and Braern are free, and the lion lies down with the lamb, then we may revisit the subject."""
15249,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=100,2014-12-25T05:57:00,Frostorn,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Frosenar</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">High Keep</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Council Room</span><br/><br/>For 10 minutes, the 9 council members steadily filed into the room and sat down in their respective seats around the council table. When finally Lady Evily of House Sorrel sat down, Lord Mors Morden spoke up.<br/><br/>""I would like to start this meeting by informing all of you of the reports sent to me by my Shadows. Firstly, there seems to be an outbreak of war between the Empire of Anihc and the White Hoofs of Assasa. There are the usual skirmishes in the lands to the west. I suggest possible trade talks with the nations of the eastern lands.""<br/><br/>""Thank you for your input, Lord Mors."", said Lady Alyssa Drake. ""As Lady of Messengers, I have received a letter from The Archduchy of Alteria proposing an alliance of all Elvish nations against Humanity. I suggest that we join such a Union.""<br/><br/>""How can we? We are the descendants of both Elf and Human. We cannot turn back against our ancestors."", the Archmage hurriedly said.<br/><br/>""It has always been known that Elvish blood is stronger than Human blood. After over 13,000 years, there is not a trace of human left in us. Surely joining such a Union is to our benefit."", replied Lady Alyssa.<br/><br/>""So once again, it comes down to a vote."", said Lord Jarem with a sigh.<br/><br/>After a quick vote, it was decided that Frose would indeed join the Elven Union.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Realm of Frose</span></span></div><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 125%; line-height: 116%;"">High Council</span></span></div><br/><br/>To The Archduchy of Alteria,<br/> <br/> We of the Realm of Frose have received your proposal of an alliance of Elvish nations. While we may have a little human blood within us, I assure you that our interests are towards the Elf. If you will accept us into your proposed Elven Union, we will stand with the Elven should there be a confrontation against Humans. We await your reply of confirmation.<br/><br/>Yours sincerely,<br/>Lady Alyssa<br/>House Drake</blockquote>"
15250,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=100,2014-12-25T06:21:00,Saestea,"<div align=""ce""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Arbamthaz, Glajinard</span></span></div><br/>In response to what the High King said, Airdan only scratched his chin. He wasn't surprised. In fact, he realized how it was far too early for him to start an alliance. The Imperial Guard present at the pavilion were relieved. Taero would be surprised to hear of this, definitely. He wasn't aware that Airdan was going to propose an alliance.<br/><br/>At the moment, Airdan couldn't help but feel that all this was his father's fault, more than it was his own. He hadn't anything to say about the Venali, or the Braern. The Braern were free enough, as far as he knew. They could do whatever they wanted in Kylantha, though the Venali were treated very differently. Perhaps it was time that Airdan freed them completely? His wife had been hoping for it for so long, and Airdan wanted nothing more than to make her happy, and to keep her safe at the same time. He took one last glance at the Venali on their griffons, with a look less malevolent than before. In fact, it was neutral. Indifferent.<br/><br/>""Perhaps..."" he said softly, glancing back at the Captain who had accompanied him here. The man waited for the young Emperor to speak, but the boy said nothing. How strange. Airdan turned back to Lakrir and shrugged.<br/><br/>""Well..."" Airdan rose from his chair and let out a deep breath. ""I will return to Kylantha to contemplate over this matter.""<br/>The Captain turned his smilodon around and moved out of the Emperor's way. The smilodon on which Airdan had been riding quickly stood up straight upon seeing its master get up from the chair he had been in.<br/><br/>Putting his cape back on, Airdan shook what snow might have gotten into his hair off and grinned at the High King.<br/>""Well, it's been a good first meeting with you, High King Lakrir. I hope the next time goes just as peacefully.""<br/><br/>At that, he left his chair and mounted his smilodon. Aside from what he'd said, there were no other greetings. He simply yanked at the ropes attached to his smilodon's harness and rode off into the snow, a troubled look on his face. He now began to feel strange about Kylantha's laws. Taero wouldn't be too pleased to know of what he'd done here. In fact, he'd be furious.<br/>His father, Galather, had never dealt with the dwarves this way. He was assertive and very decisive. Airdan was nothing like him. The snow wyvern riders waited for the Imperial Guard to come off the pavilion before they followed. The largest snow wyvern was reluctant to leave, though its rider was tugging at its reins. The rider pulled as hard as he could and tapped his boots against the creature's side, making it growl. It now had to leave, but before it did, it roared at the griffons in pure anger, having not had a chance to see if its taste was as good as its scent.<br/><br/>Airdan was startled and looked back at the huge wyvern, glowering as it finally submitted and followed after the caravan.<br/>Above, a plumehawk screeched and landed atop one of the railings lining the edge of the pavilion. It seemed to know immediately who was of authority, as it quickly headed towards the High King. It was a letter from Taero Ilyaen.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">High King Lakrir of Glajinard,<br/>I understand that our new Emperor has reached your border safely. As you see, he is quite young. Easier to persuade than his father is. Compliant, altruistic. I hope that you keep this a secret from him. But he is rather careful of what his family thinks of him. He is a good father, and will do anything, should his wife or children as for it. <br/><br/>Though that is not the subject of this message. I would like to know what exactly he has asked of you. What your discussion was about. He only told me that he wanted to speak with you. There was nothing about his intentions. I hope to hear from you, as I am worried about him. As he can be... Impulsive.<br/><br/>Taero Ilyaen, Imperial Adviser</blockquote>"
15251,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=100,2014-12-25T06:45:00,Nuridia,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Abel Imaginarium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=22909734#p22909734"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Raid - Borders of Faelona</span></span><br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Raeynar The Bloodhuntress</span></span><br/><br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://media-cache-ec0.pinimg.com/736x/dd/95/05/dd95059788e7a198b45a70e2fa5226d0.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div><br/><br/>""Ere you,"" said Darr'ukka the Moon Glade forest troll as he scooped up what looked like a handful of disgusting goop from his leather sack and offered it to Jambayolla. ""Be covered in this must.""<br/><br/>Jamba peered at it in disgust.<br/><br/>""Wat the grot is that awful stinking poo Darr'ukka? By Killaar it smells even worse then my dada's armpits.....and THATS saying alot!""<br/><br/>""Organs of squigs, excrement of wargs &amp; waboo herbs crush and mix together,"" replied Darr'ukka solemnly. ""New idea from forest trolls. Good for blending in surrounding and hiding scent. Must put must.""<br/><br/>For the past five days, The Blood Huntress's raiding party consisting of thirty orks, ten forest trolls &amp; one goblin shaman had managed to cross the borders of Faelona undetected and were now preparing themselves for a fun time raiding a small Fae village.<br/><br/>""Well if yer fink I'm gonna be covered from head to toe in squig poo then yer better fink again,"" grumbled Jamba carefully pushing away the troll's slime covered hand. ""I'm not gonna raid some village smelling worse than my dada's armpits......noooo sirree.""<br/><br/>Chuckling at Jamba's reaction, Raeynar spoke, ""The reason why it stinks this much Jamba is because its a deterrent for any animal the Fae employs to track us down. Seriously....not even our wargs can stand smelling that stuff without ruining their sniffers and crying tears. Plus, its color is suitable for hiding in environments like this.""<br/><br/>""Yeah yeah I get all f that,"" replied Jamba as he began sharpening his battleaxe. ""But what I wanna know is whads the point of all this muckery and secrecy. Can't we just go in roaring as usual and burn and butcher them lot?""<br/><br/>""Weeeeeell the aim is to catch them lot off guard see,"" Raeynar explained. ""Besides.....I heard the Big Boss wants more slaves to work the coal, iron and steel mines......and e offering a huge fortune to whoever manages to bring back more then twenty. Fortune split amongst ourselves is still big enough for each of us to buy our own stunties for the Bigga Slayya.""<br/><br/>When he heard that, Jamba paused for a moment and thought as he watched the other orks reluctantly cover their green skins with slimy goop. <br/><br/>""Orite orite.....but just THIS once yer hear me!""<br/><br/>The Blood Huntress grinned slyly and stood observing her band of raiders for awhile. Amongst the 30 orks she brought with her, there were 15 Black Orcs from her own tribe. If anything were to go sour by chance, these bigger and meaner fellows will make short work of the problem. To keep watch while the raid was happening, Darr'ukka's companion, Zirikir, would be dispatched with half of the forest trolls to secure the paths of the surrounding village area and alarm them of any approaching help from the neighbouring communities as well as to capture any escapees. It wouldn't bode too well for her group if word was to reach the rulers of Faelonia before they were safely back in Khaarn territory. Also, knowing of the magical prowess that the people of this kingdom possessed, Raeynar wisely brought with her <span style=""font-style: italic"">Old Trimbotrim</span> of the <span style=""font-weight: bold"">Crazee Gang</span> tribe of goblins. The Fae won't be expecting their ork raiders to be magically protected so that would be another unpleasant surprise for them.<br/><br/>""You boyos ready for some fun?"" she inquired with a smirk when the last ork had already strapped on his shield and light armor. At their unison chorus of agreement, The Blood Huntress said chillingly, ""Good.""<br/><br/>Turning to Old Trimbotrim she continued, ""Enact the spell Trimbo! Jam every form of their magical communications so they'll have to rely on foot, horse &amp; bird messengers. Then barrier us up after yer done......now boyz....time to do some killing!""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Summer Night of Blood</span><br/><br/>It was a cool, beautiful and peaceful night for the villagers of a small Fae village. After a busy day's work they were happy to be back for some rest and sleep to prepare for another busy tomorrow. Suddenly......dark clouds hid the village out of the moon's gaze. Under the cover of darkness, The Blood Huntress and her warband moved quickly until they were right outside the outskirts of their target. The forest trolls under Zirikir moved into position and Raeynar raised her blade up at their signal. <br/><br/>The silence was suddenly broken by the roar of 30 raging orks and the rumbling earthquake of their terrible charge. Bloodlust filled the air and the atmosphere changed from one of slumbering peace to one of panic and fear and utter TERROR.</div></blockquote><br/>Ismara bit her lip and was a bit pensive before answering Arax. But before the Fae Queen could get a world out, there was a commotion. All of a sudden, somebody broke into the throne room. ""My Queen!"" ""I flew here as fast as I could, I had to avoid the Orcs!"" the fae mage bowed. ""Wait, what orcs?"" Ismara demanded. ""The beasts have struck again, they have raided our southern lands, and now they're attacking my village!"" ""Attacking everything they see, killing all who oppose them and taking whoever they can as slaves!"" a village head cried, bowing to her. Ismara's eyes narrowed as she rose. ""How dare those slimeballs attack<span style=""font-style: italic"">my people!</span>"" ""Didn't they learn their lesson when we kicked their ass the first time!?"" ""I tried to treat with peace with them since I dislike war, but you can't reason with these creatures."" ""Steward!"" ""Go fetch Wiz and tell him to get his wizards immediately!"" ""You over there, go and get me my elite guard force!"" ""And you, go and summon this list of soldiers from the barracks!"" Ismara ordered her servants and they rushed to carry out her commands. ""Somebody get the blacksmith, where's my armor!?"" ""I'm going onto the front myself, this will be the last time they mess with this land!"" Ismara said, going to get ready for war and forgetting all about Arax."
15252,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=100,2014-12-25T07:11:00,Tomia,"Arax was shocked to hear Faelona was attacked. He saw Ismara rushing to prepare. ""Is, I'll help you. I'll go with you. We're allies after all."" He told her, ordering his men to get his armor as well. He also wrote a letter back home, order a large number of troops to be sent as reinforcements as soon as possible."
15253,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=100,2014-12-25T07:17:00,Glajinard,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Arbamthaz, Glajinard</span><br/><br/>Lakrir was frankly speechless. He expected to enrage the Emperor by suggesting the Venali be freed, but the boy seemed to take the idea seriously. In all his years he'd never seen an Ashryn who had anything but utter hatred and disdain for the Venali. Apparently the Emperor was also satisfied with Lakrir's response about the Venali refugees. Lakrir had expected to be pressed harder about the escaped slaves, he thought the Emperor would insist that either he find them or allow Ashryn slavecatchers to do so.<br/><br/>Lakrir thought these things showed inexperience, which was something he liked to see in an adversary. If the Emperor was considering emancipation, that would cause complete anarchy in Ashryn society. He doubted very much that the Ashryn who had become used to having slaves wait on their every whim would give it up voluntarily. However, he was not about to take any action to prevent this. He wanted the Venali freed, and an enemy in chaos is a good thing.<br/><br/>""I too hope our next meeting is as peaceful Emperor, farewell."" Lakrir managed to say, getting over his speechlessness.<br/><br/>As the Ashryn convoy marched away, Lakrir noted the plumehawk arriving. He took the message from it, and sent it on its way. He read it carefully, and convened an impromptu council meeting with Duke Dkag and the City Councilors. He passed the letter around, and filled them in on his thoughts about the Emperor.<br/><br/>""What do you make of it Duke?"" asked Lakrir.<br/><br/>""It seems like some court intrigue to me. If we involve ourselves we take some risks. Taero may be a power behind the throne, and by working with him we may have some influence in the Emperor's Court."" said Dkag.<br/><br/>""I'm not so sure,"" said a councilor, ""the power of the Emperor is absolute in Ashryn. If what you say is true, he may suddenly decree all Venali free, which would throw Kylantha into chaos. Also, if the Emperor finds out we've been working with Taero behind his back, he may equally suddenly declare war.""<br/><br/>Lakrir weighed the option. ""I agree with you councilor, we little to gain and much to lose by cooperating with Taero. I will not respond."" He crumpled up the letter and threw it away.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lanlemi, Glajinard<br/>Near the Kylantha Border</span><br/><br/>Captain Ocome led her squad of griffin-riders through the air following the Kylantha border. They were working on an open secret within the royal military, the rescuing of escaped slaves from Kylantha. The Griffin Corps and the Knights of Ndakh had been assisting fugitive Venali slaves ever since the peace treaty was signed decades ago. The High King was fully complicit in their activities, although he strictly enforced the rule that only slaves that made it into Glajinardi territory on their own were to be helped, no Venali could be helped unless he physically stepped over the border.<br/><br/>Additionally, to keep the project secret, no Venali could be helped that was actively being pursued by Ashryn. Normally the Ashryn would stop at the border, if they made it that far, and the griffin-riders would watch the Venali from afar until they were out of sight of the Ashryn slavecatchers. The High King also made it clear that no city would harbor these escaped slaves, only the griffin-riders, Knights, and Venali would know.<br/><br/>Captain Ocome spotted a group of Venali slaves below, well onto Glajinardi territory. She could see six adults and what looked like three or four children. She wheeled her griffin about, setting course for a local Knights outpost. Once there she would report the location of the Venali to the Knights, who would pick them up and escort them to the Venali villages on the western coast."
15254,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=100,2014-12-25T09:34:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Western Patron, Falköping, Kylantha</span></span></div><br/>On the trip back to his Empire's border, Airdan Miirphys continued to ponder over what his decision would be. Myriani wanted peace, yet he would have to consult her about this. She always had the answers. The boy giggled. Maybe she should be the Empress instead. Indeed. But he couldn't just pass on the leadership to her, and Taero wouldn't allow it, anyway.<br/><br/>Just as the fourth smilodon of his caravan crossed the gates of the Western Patron's wall, Airdan noticed something from afar. It was a cloud of dust, caused by the slavecatchers and their legalized<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://vignette3.wikia.nocookie.net/drachen/images/4/41/Abiorugu.jpeg/revision/latest?cb=20120116204434&amp;path-prefix=de"" rel=""nofollow"">chasm lizards</a>. Airdan knew what was going on, but ignored it for now. He still had thinking to do. And a lot of it, at that. He decided that he would rest in the city of Falköping for now, and continued on to Bruun the day after.<br/><hr/><br/>Nearing the border of Glajinard were two Venali men. One had in his arms a very young child. Behind them, the roaring of the chasm lizard was audible, and it reverberated throughout the canyon in which they were being pursued. They were so close now that they couldn't afford to stop and hide. If they did, the Braern slavecatchers would set salamanders upon them. And they were far more savage than even the huge chasm lizard. The canyon ended with a cliff that overlooked the passage into Glajinardi territory. Ahead, a small group of Venali were running. Above, a griffin rider.<br/><br/>""Hurry, damn you!"" yelled the slavecatcher, tapping the chasm lizard's crest. It continued to run, but the slaves had crossed the border, and were in sight of the dwarven forts. The chasm lizard, having gone through this routine over a hundred times, skidded to a stop and fell over, having tripped. The Venali slaves continued, one whooping triumphantly. The slave catcher then gathered up his tamed lizard and roped it elsewhere. There was no point in pursuing the slaves further. And the Emperor had said so. He would simply report this to the leader himself, who was said to be in the nearby city of Falköping.<br/><br/>On different points of the border, Venali people were either being caught or accidentally killed by the animals brought about by the Braern tamers. Some were lucky enough to escape. Some hid in caves for so long that wild creatures caught them, or they starved to death and fell victim to scavengers.<br/><br/>Almost half-an-hour later, the slavecatcher, known to the city guard as Iohan, asked to speak to the young Emperor. He bowed immediately as he was let in. Airdan motioned for him to come forward.<br/>""Your Highness."" began Iohan, hanging his head. ""I took the chance to speak with you, as I have witnessed treachery on our borders with the dwarvenlands.""<br/><br/>""Go on?"" said Airdan nonchalantly, biting into an apple.<br/><br/>""As I was pursuing Venali slaves, there was a griffon rider, I was certain it was Glajinardi, flying above. But they didn't stop the slaves, and I waited a while, but the slaves were not returned. Sire, they're allowing Venali into Glajinard!""<br/><br/>Airdan sneered, set his apple down, and sighed. This was a problem as well. To stop slave trading would outrage slavecatchers as well, since doing what they did was one of the few ways they could get money. That was strange as well. As a boy, Airdan assumed that everyone in Kylantha, with the exception of the Venali, was rich. How strange, indeed.<br/><br/>""I will deal with this matter when I returned to Bruun. Your name, good sir?"" he asked, leaning back into his velvet chair.<br/><br/>""Iohan, my lord. Iohan Durante."" the slavecatcher replied.<br/><br/>""Yes, Iohan. I will not forget."""
15255,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=100,2014-12-25T09:40:00,Personal Freedom,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Donoras</span></span><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">The votes had been tallied, of all the candidates the winner had been chosen, the name was ready to be announced. Eron Redcloak, the first half-elven mage to be elected. Eron Redcloak, the wild card whose vote could determine the matter of war or peace. An interesting figure to say the least, Eron had studied in conjuration for only a few years and had been born to a human mother. His election was unprecedented, unexpected, and somewhat unnerving to older members of the council. With so many young mages on the Council of Nine, the old ways were becoming increasingly irrelevant. Things were changing.</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Ellariel's Chamber</span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">KNOCK! KNOCK! KNOCK!</span>""Its Nerwenye Fairchild, may I come in?""<br/><br/>""One moment,"" Ellariel said as she rose out of the bed she had been resting on, she wasn't expected to have to be anywhere for another hour and she was caught by surprise. She then went to the door and opened it.<br/><br/>""I'm sorry. Is it a bad time?"" Nerwenye asked looking around the room and noticing that it seemed to be in disarray.<br/><br/>""No, never, so I've heard that you may have finally-""<br/><br/>""I didn't come hear to talk gossip about my personal life.""<br/><br/>""Fair enough. What did you come here to tell me?""<br/><br/>""The new councilmen is Eron Redcloak.""<br/><br/>""I can't say I recognize the name.""<br/><br/>""Nor could I, but apparently he is a talented conjurer, and a half-elf.""<br/><br/>""A half-elf?""<br/><br/>""Aye, and one barely into his third decade. A bit of a prodigy from what I have heard.""<br/><br/>""What an unusual event... Surely this isn't all you've come to tell me? Something is on your mind, I can read it in your face,"" Elariell stated as she realized how as she realized how disheveled she probably appeared. She began to nervously adjust her clothing.<br/><br/>""Don't worry about your appearance. We all are a bit ragged recently, but yes, you are correct. I did want to say something to you about the council, the murder, and the potential war. I believe you, though I happen to know the results of the investigation have now confirmed that the knife used in the attack was not an elven blade. It would not be something the lizards would do. They do not wage war like humans. They aren't destructive.""<br/><br/>""I'm happy to see someone else hasn't lost their senses.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Roughly and Hour Later the Council Chamber</span></span><br/>Celegal was the first to speak to the council on this day and he began by welcoming the newest meber.<br/><br/>""Welcome, Master Conjurer Eron Redcloak, it is truly an honor to serve with the first half-elf to be elected. We have much to discuss today, but let us begin with foreign policy. We received a message last night by way of bird from the Duchy of Alteria,"" he stated before procuring a small written scroll from within his robe.<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center"">(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://www.theskoomaden.com/wp-content/uploads/High-Elf-Flag.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/><span style=""font-size: 130%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Archduchy of Alteria<br/>Official Communique</span></span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">To: The Various Elven Nations on Earth<br/><br/>From: Duke Regent Vendralis<br/><br/>We now face constant threat from other races, We now know that Humanity could destroy us. However, we must stand strong and united. Ever should they attack us, we shall help each other. For now, we shall increase our trade and our relations. To know each other, we must hold summits on each capitol. We are the elves of earth. The war mongering races of the planet think we are weak and filth. Elves will defend themselves. We are brethren. We are the elf.<br/><br/>Which is why i think we must bond our cultures together, End war between our nations. I propose to you the Elven Union. The EU will be responsible for the trade between our nations. I hope you will accept this<br/><br/>Glory to Elves! Glory to Elfkind!<br/><br/>Sincerely,<br/>Duke Regent Vendralis of House Everglade </span></blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Interesting, Celegal, but we have other matters to deal with though we may be able to host such a meeting,"" Gilminye stated upon his finishing of the letter.<br/><br/>""True. What are the results of the investigation?"" Celegal asked.<br/><br/>""Nerwenye and I have personally overseen the investigation,"" began Elengor. ""The blade that killed Finore was no elf-blade. The lacerations from the blade resembles nothing I have ever seen before. It is as if a shard of twisted metal was taken to his throat.""<br/><br/>""Then there is no evidence it was the lizards. It could even be one of the aasamir to the north or anyone at all,"" Ellariel said standing up to address the others on the council. ""All this talk of war is madness. There is no proof of anything!""<br/><br/>""Watch your outbursts, Ellariel. We all know that you were the most affected by the murder, but please remain calm and keep your whits,"" Ildor responded.<br/><br/>""Enough of this bickering. I thought elves were supposed to be the wisest of the races,"" Eron stated rather cockily, ""We vote on matters to get things done, or maybe spend a day to discuss, but this has been the focus of your past week and we are not changing any minds. Let us decide.""<br/><br/>""The<span style=""font-style: italic"">half-elf</span>is right. Let us vote."" Celegal said with a vigor in his voice.<br/><br/>Within in moments the vote was decided. With Ildor's last moment decision to abstain, there was a tie of 4-4 as to whether to attack the lizards. No war would be coming, at least not today.<br/><br/>""Now one the business of the Elven Union. I think we agreed universally that we are interested in it, did we not?"" Celegal asked. A murmur approval greeted him. ""Great then, let us write the letter.""<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To:Duke Regent Vendralis<br/>From: The Council of Nine of the Leanaí de Math<br/><br/>We of the Leanaí de Math are intrigued by the your proposal and would like to potentially host a summit in the near future. However, if granted membership in your union, we request that you bar the wretched Tuatha de Danann, from membership. They are our blood enemies and we refuse to do businuess with them. We too believe that the other races are a growing threat to the Elven World and have recently underwent an assassination from one of these other races seeking to cause havoc. An alliance between powerful elven nations seems like a way of definite protection from our enemies. We are the pinnacle of civilization in a world of savages and let none threaten us. Together the elves will destroy any who seek to plunge our world into darkness. We will happily join your union.<br/><br/>OFFICIAL SEAL OF THE COUNCIL OF NINE<br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.floating-world.org/images/AngelShieldRedl.gif""/></blockquote>"
15256,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=100,2014-12-25T10:07:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Bruun, Imperial Kylantha</span></span></div><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Still no raven</span>, thought the old Taero Ilyaen. It had been a while since he sent the plumehawk to Glajinard, and it had returned. Yet the raven he expected did not come. What did this mean? Was Airdan killed? Were they plotting something without his knowledge? Vexed more than ever before, the old adviser left the eyrie and asked an Imperial Guard of what had become of the young Emperor. He was relieved to know that the guard said he was in Falköping. Though he was slightly irritated that he had not been informed beforehand. Airdan was becoming careless of his duties, but more careful of what his wife and children thought of him. He was simply undeserving of the position as Emperor.<br/><br/>And so then started his plot. Airdan had to die, if the glory of the old Empire was to be kept. Along with his wife and children. It was a terrible thought, to murder children, especially ones of Ashryn blood, but for the Empire it had to be done. But how to do it was the question. The Imperial Guard were loyal only to the Emperor. Were he to bribe one of them, he would be dragged to the pit where that dreadful storm wyvern was kept. Executed for treason.<br/><br/>Perhaps an accident could be arranged. An accident was how Galather had died anyway. Surely it would work on his child as well. The boy would never know what hit him. As quickly as he could Taero searched for a trustworthy soldier who wasn't one of the elite Imperial Guard. Just a soldier for the city of Bruun. Nothing more.<br/><br/>This man was to ride to Falköping, where he would pose as a guard. He would then unleash an as yet untamed salamander upon the boy. That should kill him then.<br/><br/>The man left Bruun as soon as possible with the two salamanders, the other one he was<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://th09.deviantart.net/fs71/PRE/i/2011/049/7/9/sylence__great_baggi_by_artistica526-d36qsji.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">riding upon</a>, and the other being untamed. Although it was forced to be quiet, being in the presence of a larger salamander.<br/>Due to the speed at which the soldier went, he reached Falköping in half of a day. He changed his attire and entered the Emperor's temporary quarters. Here, he heard the captain and Airdan conversing over what had happened in Glajinard. Airdan was indeed planning to emancipate slavery in Kylantha. The soldie then forgot about the entire plan and returned to Bruun. The wild salamander was left and killed later on after it attempted to attack a small trading convoy.<br/><br/>The soldier knew he wasn't going to make it to Bruun in time, so he returned to the border city, bought himself a plumehawk and sent it to Taero with what he'd learned. Back at the capital city, on the eyrie, the adviser was laughing mad. He now had a better reason to kick Airdan and his family out of the palace. With this, he reported to the Imperial Council of what Airdan was doing, and being a charismatic leader, turned them all against him..<br/><br/>Within the hour, Myriani and her three children were thrown into Bruun Palace's dungeons. And when Airdan returned, he was brutally beaten by several angry noblemen and noblewomen, who were then killed by the Imperial Guard. It was then that Airdan knew of what Taero had done, and was outraged. The old man now claimed to be Emperor of Kylantha, since he was more deserving, and the Council had allowed for him. Despite this, Airdan was still technically Emperor, and the Captain of the Imperial Guard knew that. The law of inheritance said so. The night after Airdan was cast into dungeon with his family, Taero declared war on Glajinard for violating the treaty. Airdan was stricken with panic. A war was not what he'd wanted. As he paced about in his cell, the gate opened. It was the Captain who had come with him to Arbamthaz.<br/><br/>""Sire, I am still under your service, though for my family's sake, I must stay here. I hope you understand. You must take your family, and flee. To Glajinard if possible. They must be warned of what is happening here!"" he said, cautiously looking back into the corridors of the dungeon.<br/><br/>Airdan embraced the captain and ushered his children out into the corridor.<br/>""I understand, good sir. I owe you this forever."" he nodded before leading his family to freedom.<br/><br/>As midnight came, a slavecatcher loyal to Airdan's line agreed to smuggle them into Glajinard. But Airdan expected to be rejected. It didn't matter. All he had to do was warn them about the incoming attack. The chasm lizard set off from the neighbouring city of Vantaa, towards the Western Border. Airdan hoped that the High King wasn't heading back to their capital yet. This was all going to be disastrous. At the border, the slavecatcher stopped. But Airdan begged for him to continue. He promised to keep them all safe if they came under the sight of Glajinardi griffon riders."
15257,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=100,2014-12-25T11:16:00,New Abrahammia,"As the White Hoofs nation would be hard to infiltrate, Anihc needs to make some use of the ninjas. The emperor decides to send ninjas into all other civilized nations. With this, he will at least be able to know what the citizens in those nations know about their government. This will be a secretive mission mission that even the citizens of Anihc will not know about."
15258,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=100,2014-12-25T11:35:00,The Starlight,"<blockquote><div><cite>Hastiaka <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=22909130#p22909130"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center"">(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://www.theskoomaden.com/wp-content/uploads/High-Elf-Flag.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/><span style=""font-size: 130%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Archduchy of Alteria<br/>Official Communique</span></span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">To: The Various Elven Nations on Earth<br/><br/>From: Duke Regent Vendralis<br/><br/>We now face constant threat from other races, We now know that Humanity could destroy us. However, we must stand strong and united. Ever should they attack us, we shall help each other. For now, we shall increase our trade and our relations. To know each other, we must hold summits on each capitol. We are the elves of earth. The war mongering races of the planet think we are weak and filth. Elves will defend themselves. We are brethren. We are the elf.<br/><br/>Which is why i think we must bond our cultures together, End war between our nations. I propose to you the Elven Union. The EU will be responsible for the trade between our nations. I hope you will accept this<br/><br/>Glory to Elves! Glory to Elfkind!<br/><br/>Sincerely,<br/>Duke Regent Vendralis of House Everglade </span></blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Doriath, Capital of Vallorion<br/>Queen Irithren Temedil</span></div><br/><br/>The feast had gone wonderfully, the Queen and the lords and ladies of all of the Houses, both Great and Small, convening on the palace to enjoy another knight. There had been music and singing, worthy of only the elves. The boar had been roasted wonderfully, the herbs which the chefs had injected the beast with made it only more delicious. There were salads, breads, and all sorts of foods and desserts. Afterwards, elven wine had been poured as the guests and their hosts headed out onto the plain to look upon the moon and the bright stars. Just then, she received a letter from Alteria. Heading to her private chambers she sat upon her desk to pen a response.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/en/5/5f/Finwe.gif""/><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">To Duke Regent Vendralis of House Everglade,<br/><br/>Your idea is favorable in my eyes and I strongly agree. For too long, humanity has dominated this earth, destroying our beloved trees and making themselves to be greater. It is well time that we, the Eldar, respond. With this alliance, this Elven Union, Vallorion and all of our realms will be able to prosper. The armies of Vallorion are still great, and our enemies shall fear when our horns tear veils in the sky, when our gold and blue banners are unfurled, and when they hear the thundering of our stallions. Let all who oppose the Elven Union fear, for they have ignited the fury of the Eldar. Let them shiver. The Elven Union is welcome to come to Doriath when they so choose.<br/><br/>Signed and penned in my own hand, <br/>Queen Irithren of Great House Temedil.</span></blockquote></div><br/><br/>Irithren sent the letter back with the armored bird, thinking. This was truly the dawn of a new age, the age of the Eldar race."
15259,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=100,2014-12-25T12:41:00,Former Soviet Socialists,"Tiluro the Sunefe was the High Emissary for all the tribes in the Ancient Village. He handled all diplomatic and trade functions. Now that the Sankinlari have become restless, his duty was more important than ever. There were many issues of important that needed handling. First being the matter of the influx of slaves from Descau. Tiluro talked to his Cheif Trader, Ressal, about organizing a trade caravan to The Island. It was for the selling of those slaves whom Descau had brought back. Ressal was to be in charge of this operation and to go there personally. As well as leading this trade mission, he was to deleiver a message to the Ork in charge of The Island for the Great Blood Huntress. The Island was an unforgiving land, dark and dreary, and filled with Orks, and controlled by Raeynar Blood Huntress. Because it is so, there would naturally have to be some kind of security escorting the caravan into the land, for protection as well as to keep the slaves under gaurd. The second matter was the looming war between the Orks and those Faeries. The council had given him clear instructions on what direction he is to take. The Sankinlari would not be taking sides officically, but fighting for both, under the guise of mercenary outfits. This would give the restless tribes a chance to use those swords they've been sharpening. But before this he was told to first get permission from The Great Blood Huntress and the Feary Queen to allow mercenaries to enter the land and fight under them, payment being coin and/or slaves.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>New Nassrau <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=22906236#p22906236"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center"">(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_m285i8HHHO1qm15qr.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">To:</span>The Supposedly Civilized Nations of the world<br/><br/>Times such as these are a luxury. We live in a world where people live in some of the most varying living conditions. The most awful of these, is humanity. Humans have long been cast aside as an inferior. From being indebted to enslaved, humans are told they are meant to be in this position. They are told they have no hope, they are told that they fit no place else. They are wrong. A strong and secure empire rests at the eastern Mediterranean. Our history strings so far back that we used to own the known world. Humanity might have fallen as a single force, but the idea is still there. Under the rule of Latium, humans still live in a just and prosperous society. We are not a backwards tribe to be ""civilized"". We might have fallen, but are already rising. The Roman Empire is on the dawn of a new era. We are ready to face the world and take back what God has given us.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Emperor Valentine IV, Father of All Romans, King of Greece and Anatolia, Blessed by his Holiness</span></blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/>Tiluro looked at the letter, whom the humans by the Great Sea had sent. ""Does this mean that their leader finally prepares to defend his people?"" Tiluro thought to himself. He was doubtful. Descau had been attacking him periodically and he never reacted. There was no reason to respond to the letter, he concluded. For the Sunefe do not associate with those who cannot defend themselves. Like the Sankinlari it seems, the Sunefes only respect those who are strong."
15260,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=100,2014-12-25T13:33:00,Glajinard,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Arbamthaz, Glajinard<br/>Near the Kylanthan Border</span><br/><br/>A squad of five griffin-riders on a border patrol spotted something disturbing below, a large chasm lizard was crossing the border. Chasm lizards were always ridden by Ashryn slavecatchers, although this particular case was unusual. The griffin-riders had seen no slaves escaping across the border, and the lizard seemed to be heading directly for Arbamthaz. The captain of the squad gestured with his spear, and the squad banked and began to dive towards the lizard. As they dived all five griffins released bloodcurdling screeches.<br/><br/>One of the griffin-riders loosed an arrow as they descended, hitting the chasm lizard in the side. For a creature as large and tough as chasm lizard it was no grievous wound, but it did get the beasts attention. The five griffins landed in front of the lizard, blocking it's path. One of the riders, who had been present at the meeting the day before, noticed that Emperor Airdan was one of those on the lizard's back.<br/><br/>""Sir,"" he called to the captain, ""that's the Emperor of the Ashryn, I just saw him yesterday.""<br/><br/>""Is it indeed?"" said the captain. ""Fly back to Arbamthaz immediately, tell the High King about this."" As the young rider took wing, the captain addressed those on the lizard.<br/><br/>""My subordinate says one of you is the Emperor of Kylantha. Regardless, you are all trespassers. Dismount the lizard and prepare to be taken into custody.""<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Later, at Arbamthaz</span><br/><br/>An hour and a half flight brought the griffin-rider to Arbamthaz. The rider was just in time, as the High King's convoy was already at the gates of the city, saying their goodbyes. The rider blew his trumpet to get their attention. He landed in the midst of the High King's party, quickly dismounting and bowing to one knee.<br/><br/>""My liege, I have some... strange news. The Ashryn Empire and what appears to be his wife and children have crossed into our territory on the back of a slavecatcher's chasm lizard."" said the rider.<br/><br/>High King Lakrir, Duke Dkag, and the others present were visible confused, but they quickly regained their composure.<br/><br/>""Sire, the only reason I can think of for this would be that they are fleeing for their lives."" said Duke Dkag.<br/><br/>""I suppose so,"" said Lakrir, ""I suspect it has something do with that Taero fellow as well. I suppose we shall have to help them, at least so they survive long enough to tell us what's happening.""<br/><br/>The High King called forward twenty of his personal bodyguard, the Satyr Guard. ""Dkag,"" he said, ""may I borrow a few elk?""<br/><br/>""Of course!"" said the Duke. Soon the twenty satyrs were hurrying away, easily keeping pace with the elk they were leading. Elk function as transport animals for the dwarves, and the four they brought along would provide quick transport for the Emperor and his family.<br/><br/>As the party hurried to the rendezvous point, the High King looked over at the pavilion tent, which was just being taken down by workers. ""We'll need that set back up sharpish!"" he called out. The workers sighed, and began setting the tent back up."
15261,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=100,2014-12-25T20:12:00,Hastiaka,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Archduchy of Alteria<br/>Territories of the High Elven Duchy<br/>Alinor</span></div><br/><br/>The Archduchess was still not in the Nation. Duke Regent Vendralis still assumed his position. During the meeting, An exited servant busted inside the court and declared;<span style=""font-style: italic"">''The Elven Nations had responded! The Elven Union is a possibility!''</span>The Court, filled with Hundreds of Elven statesmen and politicians, cheered to the possibility of the Elven Union. Regent Vendralis smiled and wisely announced to the court. He fixed his hair and walked towards the podium. The entire court was looking at him.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">''From now on, Every troop, militia and officers will be under the Elven Union. We must work together to achieve peace and prosperity! Let no one threaten our Alliance! We must show the world that Elves are not weak!'' </span><br/><br/>He took a piece of apple and placed it in a table. He demonstrated. He told the court that the apple is Alteria and his bow, the enemy. Aimed and utterly broke the apple into half. However, he took another apple and placed a barrier which represents the Elven Union. As he released the arrow, the Arrow split in half and the Apple was not touched.<br/><br/>He stood firmly in the podium and said<span style=""font-style: italic"">''Let no one threated Elves. We may be not as strong as them but we are United! We are civilized compared to the outside world. To survive, we must unite.''</span><br/><br/>After the court meeting, he decided to go for a walk around the city. He greeted the pedestrians and rode his horse. He was awed on how the people of Alteria was still care-free. Halcyon it is. The Elves were being oppressed since the beginning. It was only when man fell that the elves had a chance to survive. The Time is nigh for the elves to shout that they are here.<br/><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.theskoomaden.com/wp-content/uploads/High-Elf-Flag.png""/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Archduchy of Alteria<br/>Official Communique</span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">To fellow elves,<br/><br/>We are grateful that you have responded to our cause. We had been threatened by the other races for millennium and we have not acted upon the curse that they had cast on us. We are looking upon the dawn of Elves and the re-rising of mankind. To survive this imminent rise, we must herald our alliance. All of the applying nations are accepted for obvious reasons. We must stand together to achieve our superiority.<br/><br/>Signed,<br/>Duke Regent Vendralis of House Everglade. </span></blockquote>"
15262,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=100,2014-12-25T21:45:00,The Abel Imaginarium,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">The Raid - Borders of Faelona</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Raeynar Blood Huntress</span></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://new-ams.weebly.com/uploads/1/3/8/4/13842126/9189527.jpg?555""/></div><br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Nuridia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=22911086#p22911086"">wrote</a>:</cite>Ismara bit her lip and was a bit pensive before answering Arax. But before the Fae Queen could get a world out, there was a commotion. All of a sudden, somebody broke into the throne room. ""My Queen!"" ""I flew here as fast as I could, I had to avoid the Orcs!"" the fae mage bowed. ""Wait, what orcs?"" Ismara demanded. ""The beasts have struck again, they have raided our southern lands, and now they're attacking my village!"" ""Attacking everything they see, killing all who oppose them and taking whoever they can as slaves!"" a village head cried, bowing to her. Ismara's eyes narrowed as she rose. ""How dare those slimeballs attack <span style=""font-style: italic"">my people!</span>"" ""Didn't they learn their lesson when we kicked their ass the first time!?"" ""I tried to treat with peace with them since I dislike war, but you can't reason with these creatures."" ""Steward!"" ""Go fetch Wiz and tell him to get his wizards immediately!"" ""You over there, go and get me my elite guard force!"" ""And you, go and summon this list of soldiers from the barracks!"" Ismara ordered her servants and they rushed to carry out her commands. ""Somebody get the blacksmith, where's my armor!?"" ""I'm going onto the front myself, this will be the last time they mess with this land!"" Ismara said, going to get ready for war and forgetting all about Arax.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The smell of smoke and burned flesh filled the air as the moans of the dead and screams of the dying could be heard echoing throughout the forest.<br/><br/>The raid had been a great success and the Orks emerged victorious with blood stains splattered all across their humongous bodies along with the heads of the brave peasants, who had tried to defend their families, impaled horribly on their long spears and pikes.<br/><br/>Raeynar grinned cruelly as she wiped the blood off of her face and pulled out her crooked jagged sword from the body of a female Fae. This was what she loved the most. The carnage, the thrill of killing and the massacre of the weak. To the orks, their terrible raids send a plain & simple message to the nation(s) that they target.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""If you think your strong enough to stop us. Then prove your strength's worth &amp; come and get us.""</span><br/><br/>In short, a challenge of might through force of arms . This was an opportunity for the orks to get some fun out of a real good fight as well as for a kingdom to prove their tenacity by battling them. Most of the time the orks won because of their physiology, their savagery, the natural berserker fury they possessed, their large numbers and more importantly their crazed obsession for fighting and their lack of fear while doing so. Because of the indescribable havoc and destruction an ork WAAGH could cause to a nation's economy, society and territory, most of the neighbouring rulers seldom satisfy the expectations of The Hordes of Khaarn. By Ignoring them after awhile, the raiding and pillaging would eventually stop just because the orks became bored of doing the same old thing over again in the same old place.<br/><br/>But. When they do respond accordingly to what the orks want....it means that that certain kingdom is entirely prepared to teach their race a lesson and nothing makes the orks happier then news of an oncoming war for they were confident that they'll emerge the winners as usual. However....the only time the orks had faced defeat was against a dwarven race and as such, all dwarves had earned their gratifying respect and admiration (and that was how captured dwarves became the favourite gladiators of a death game called The Bigga Slayya).<br/><br/>All-in-all, The Blood Huntress had accomplished her main aim. If things play out according to plan, The Hordes were going to have to gather into a WAAGH to defend their homes and their lust for blood would finally be sated.<br/><br/>As she was resting and smiling about the possible success of her mission, Zirikir came running up to her in a hurry.<br/><br/>""Huntress!....my scouts just reported to me that a single villager managed to slip away from one of their grasps. I took care of our scout's carelessness and the fool now lies dead with the other victims. But what should we do now?""<br/><br/>Raeynar sighed. There was afterall only one thing to do anyways.<br/><br/>Calling to her band, she spoke out loud, ""Alrighty boyz.....time ta get a moving here. One of the little sneaky sneaks managed to escape the fray and now their weakling queen is probably mustering an army ta hunt us down!""<br/><br/>Turning to Darr'ukka she continued. ""You and the rest of your boyos form the rearguard. You be our eyes and ears to warn us if the enemy is coming closer yeah.""<br/><br/>To Jambayolla & Trimbotrim, she said, ""You got dem prisoners right?...good. Tie them all up nice & tight and make sure they move as fast as possible. You, Trimbo & dem are the vanguard but If anyone of them drops....cut em loose if yer get what I mean. Trimbo.....make sure all of us are shielded from da spells and if you sense anyone of dem Fae trying ta use their tellyporta nonsense & get da drop on us you raise the alarm.""<br/><br/>Finally to<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Morlock</span>, the head of the Black Orcs in her group.<br/><br/>""You da best fighters with us. Protect our flanks and once you get the warning from the trollies, stay back and buy us some time ta cross the borders. Now.....EVERYBODY GET GOING!....neither of us wanna end up in faerie soup now do we?""<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Lahti, Southern Kylantha, Tassarion Channel</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Kaptain Yongkesh The Vile</span></span></div><br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=22909930#p22909930"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Lahti, Southern Kylantha, Tassarion Channel</span></span></div><br/>Saevel the Scout scoffed and returned his sword to its place. ""As if you could ever slay a <span style=""font-style: italic"">havsorm or</span> a snow wyvern."" he said arrogantly, giving a glance at the large sea serpent right behind him. It growled and exhaled, coating the ship's forward hull with a thin layer of ice. Saevel looked up at Yongkesh, unintimidated. He was young and much smaller, but he was trained not to show fear in the face of the enemy, no matter how much larger they were than yourself. <br/><br/>""First of all... Our Emperor is not 'old'. He's in the dwarvenlands to the West currently, though Lord Taero will be <span style=""font-style: italic"">glad</span> to speak with you. Second, I'm not a bird boy. If you're looking to meet one we've got over three thousand in the mainland, hungry and ready to find some prey."" Saevel continued. Before the orks could give any reply, the other snow wyvern landed next to the larger one, and a female sentry jumped onto the deck a meter behind Saevel. Elasha. <br/><br/>""What's the matter, Saevel? Having trouble with dealers again?"" she asked, smirking as she approached with a hand on her hip. At the sight of the orks, she grimaced. Good thing her mouth wasn't visible. Orks were more undesirable than the Venali, really, but Emperor Airdan had yet to say anything of them. She kept her hand on the hilt of her sword in case these men had any other plans. Saevel shrugged and briefly explained to her as he prepared to leave.<br/><br/>""Follow behind me, directly. Unless you want one of the <span style=""font-style: italic"">havsorm</span> to think I'm leaving you for them."" said Saevel, hopping up onto the ships side. ""They'll tear this ship into pieces within minutes. Crew included. So, eyes on the snow wyverns, please.""<br/><br/>The two Ashryn mounted their snow wyverns and took off. Saevel gestured to the <span style=""font-style: italic"">havsorm</span> that was blocking the ship's way, and it swiftly disappeared into the dark, icy waters. Saevel and Elasha made sure they were close enough so that the convoy behind wouldn't lose them. If in case that happened, then the <span style=""font-style: italic"">havsorm</span> would attack whether or not they had orders to do so. The Braern who trained them made them hostile towards whatever crossed the channel without Ashryn guides. Many had lost their lives in this channel, though all of them were Venali.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Yeah yeah bird boyyy! Whatever yer say!"" boomed the Kaptain as he turned towards his warriors. ""Arite boyz. Sorry but....looks like there ain't gonna be a fight. NA GET BACK TO WORK!""<br/><br/>The ork warriors began to grumble and show abit of temper tantrums at the denial of the one thing they all loved to do. The ship started moving across the waters and followed the female sentry that was leading them."
15263,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=125,2014-12-25T22:08:00,Glajinard,"<span style=""font-size: 85%; line-height: 116%;"">OOC Note: All approved by PF</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Gikerahaf, Glajinard</span><br/><br/>Chancellor Rarnol and Steward Rofi were holding an impromptu meeting in the steward's office. The subject of the meeting was a matter of mutual interest for the realm's chief diplomatic and financial officers, potential peaceful expansion of the kingdom. The two closely examined the documents and maps that had recently been delivered to them. These had been generated by an expedition that High King Lakrir had agreed to support, at their behest, several months ago. The expedition's purpose was to map the nearby islands of the North Atlantic, and assess their suitability for colonization.<br/><br/>The expedition consisted of three ships, crewed entirely be Venali. However, they were led by one of the few dwarfs not<span style=""font-style: italic"">completely </span>incapacitated by seasickness. The ships had spent the last six months charting and exploring the islands, and had returned with their reports.<br/><br/>""It seems that the two islands named..."" said Rarnol as he searched the<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://s12.postimg.org/poykpbejx/claims.png"" rel=""nofollow"">map</a>to get the names correctly, ""Lakrir and Dkag have sufficiently large mountains to host small dwarf cities. While the other two are recommended for Venali settlement.""<br/><br/>""Indeed,"" said Rofi, ""I would like to immediately move to settle all four of the islands, as per the explorers' suggestions. However, we'd need the High Court's approval to expand the realm in this way.""<br/><br/>""True, however I'm sure we'll get their support. This has no downside. We will put out a call summoning the High Court for two days after we expect the High King's return. In the meantime,"" said the Chancellor, ""we may begin making all the preparations for colonization, short of authorizing the ships to leave port.""<br/><br/>""Very good,"" said the steward, with a large smile, ""I'll begin acquisitioning funds, you should begin recruiting for colonists.""<br/><br/>The Chancellor and Steward began about their tasks, sending out ravens all over the realm summoning the High Court. Little did they know High King Lakrir, in Arbamthaz, was thinking about how he also needed the High Court summoned, for much more pressing and disconcerting matters."
15264,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=125,2014-12-26T00:10:00,Nuridia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Tomia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=22911230#p22911230"">wrote</a>:</cite>Arax was shocked to hear Faelona was attacked. He saw Ismara rushing to prepare. ""Is, I'll help you. I'll go with you. We're allies after all."" He told her, ordering his men to get his armor as well. He also wrote a letter back home, order a large number of troops to be sent as reinforcements as soon as possible.</div></blockquote><br/>""Do what you will."" Ismara called out to Arax as she exited the room wearing her golden armor and chainmail. Wiz came out behind her dressed in armor with a flock of wizards at his back. ""Men, tonight we defend our country."" 'Those blasted Orcs think that they can just take whatever they want and raid our lands!?"" ""Well I say never again!"" ""For too long the people of this country have had to live in fear of the southern barbarians, no more!"" A thunder of cheers erupted from the crowd. The soldiers were lined up, but many Fae, human and elf countrymen would be willing to fight anf die for their homes, their families, their children. In the name of peace. ""Follow me to the stables, we ride!"" ""And fly!"" ""We shall be a scourge upon those Orcish heads!"" Ismara called as the company rushed to saddle up and move out. There would be war tonight."
15265,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=125,2014-12-26T00:36:00,Drunken Pagan Weirdos,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/XCNjk28.png?1""/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Outskirts of the City of Sasvata Nagara</span></div><br/><br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i.imgur.com/6oA3BWm.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Zapathasura</a>, great Devaraja of the Sasvatanagara Empire, stood atop a platform on an ancient temple to a long-forgotten eldritch god, flanked by stone statues of leering demons, hissing snakes, and snarling tigers – all symbols of his religion and his rule. To mortal eyes they seemed to move in the flickering torchlight surrounding the Devaraja’s platform, alive and overcome with the majesty of the moment. A hundred feet below, down a long flight of stairs lined with Rakshasa guards, the Devaraja could see thousands of individual points of light stretching across a vast plain, each a torch held by one of his mortal subjects – all of whom kowtowed before him, murmuring prayers of worship and wonder. He was awake! Their God-King, who had slept for four hundred years, was awake!<br/><br/>The Devaraja, despite himself, was carried away by the emotion his subjects seemed to press upon him. He stepped forward, to the edge of the stairs, and raised his arms in exultation. His voice, magically amplified, boomed out over the plain: “<span style=""font-style: italic"">I am arisen!</span>”<br/><br/>The masses before him responded with a roar, a slow-moving cloud of sound that rolled over the Devaraja as he looked up to the blackened night sky and screamed in triumph. Alone and in private he cursed his prolonged life, knew that no mortal man was meant to live this long, but here, in public… he knew that his subjects needed faith, needed something to believe in, and he would be damned if he lapsed in his duty to provide it. “I have forseen that the Empire will thirst for true leadership in the times to come, and I, the Lord your God,<span style=""font-style: italic"">will provide</span>!”<br/><br/>He went on for a short while, knowing that he was laying it on rather thick but continuing regardless; finally, when he had his assembled subjects in a fever pitch – admittedly, one that was subtly helped along by the charm magics of his sorcerers – he spread his arms wide and boomed, “Go you now, and spread the news to the four corners of the Earth – the Eternal King of the Eternal Empire lives once more!”<br/><br/>The crowd laid down their torches and began to pray in repeated mantras, some in low tones and some in wailing ecstasy, but all seemingly as one voice and one mind. The Devaraja stepped back from the platform and entered the temple itself; there three of his ministers, waiting inside the inner arch, fell into step behind him. “Your sacred vessels await, milord,” one, his ancient and faithful Lord High Councilor, hissed in a hushed tone.<br/><br/>“Excellent. But I yet place business before pleasure – now that I have announced my return to my people, I should like to do the same to those lands beyond our realm,” replied the Devaraja. “The Naga of the north have united as one, you said?”<br/><br/>“Aye, milord, and for some time now. Relations are stable.”<br/><br/>“And I would have it continue to be so with all foreigners – at least until I’m confident in my mastery of the political and economic situation of the present. I will it that delegations be dispatched on the morrow to the Naga and to Anihc. They shall bear gifts, announce my return, reaffirm the friendship between our respective peoples, ensure that our trade routes remain unmolested,<span style=""font-style: italic"">et cetera</span>.”<br/><br/>The ministers bowed. “It will be done, milord.”<br/><br/>The four of them passed deeper into the temple, soon coming to the inner sanctum, a sizeable chamber lit by a large bonfire in its center, with human skulls and statues of vile and blasphemous creatures ringing its walls. “Oh,” said the Devaraja, pausing mid-step, “and… send word through writing to the Draekonian Imperium in the southeastern island and to the Winterborn of the far north. Discern their interest in building trade and commerce links with our Empire, and ask if we might send emissaries to their lands as well. I should like to learn more about the both of them.”<br/><br/>The ministers bowed yet again as the Devaraja swept into the inner sanctum, eyeing the “sacred vessels” laid out upon the floor – young men and women bedecked in glittering jewelry, slaves all, chained and chittering in fright. With a faint smile he swept down upon the first and began to drink. After a respectful length of time in waiting, his ministers joined him.<br/><br/><div align=""center"">-----</div><br/><br/>In the morning two small delegations set out on the backs of elephants, flags flying prominently in the breeze – one, led by the Lord Bhasmasura, to the Naga of Uttar, and the other, led by the Lord Subahu, to Anihc. Both nobles were simple practitioners of magic, chosen in part for their knowledge of spells and rituals pertaining to limited communication and projection over long distances – a necessity, as they saw it, for any proper emissary.<br/><br/>Shortly thereafter, notes were dispatched by sea to the monarchs of the Winterborn Tribes and Draekonians:<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/ZXRZmUA.png?1""/></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Esteemed Lord,<br/><br/>The Eternal Empire of Sasvatanagara desires increased links and commerce with your own great kingdoms. To that end we propose, with your permission, that you receive an ambassador from us, to be sent after your reply in affirmation; through him we will learn more of your people and your ways. Should you then desire closer relations with our Empire, our emissary will then stand ready to assist in any way necessary.<br/><br/>You are, of course, welcome to send an ambassador of your own, with much the same aim, if you desire.<br/><br/>Glory unto you always,<br/>Lord High Councilor Karambha<br/>In the name of His Majesty the Devaraja of Sasvatanagara</span></blockquote>"
15266,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=125,2014-12-26T01:14:00,Saestea,"The slavecatcher began to feel nervous, constantly tipping his head back to check the skies for Glajinardi griffon riders. Soon enough, as they came closer to reaching Arbamthaz, a squadron of them descended, causing the chasm lizard to grumble and slow down. It squalled when its side was hite by what looked like an arrow. It didn't really hurt, but it was more like an itch it needed to scratch. Both of its legs stopped moving once the feeling settled in. Being large and heavy, it took a moment for the creature to come to a full stop. Eager for a second meal, the it snarled and snapped at the griffons, threatening to lash out at them. It would have done just that, had its owner not been tugging at its reins. Nonetheless, it continued to glare at the griffons with hunger in its eyes. The Emperor was relieved that at least one of the riders recognized him. Obediently, he helped his family off the huge creatures back once it was down on its belly, but asked that the slavecatcher be allowed to return to the border with his little pet. Leaving it running amok would end with more slaves being killed needlessly. When a chasm lizard was without an owner, it chose no particular prey. As long as it was moving and had blood, it was considered food. Airdan thanked the slavecatcher, handing him the bag of currency he had and sent him on his way.<br/><br/>The slavecatcher thanked the Emperor, tugged at his reins, causing the chasm lizard to turn its body around, tail waving as it grudginly trudged off away from its would-be meal. Airdan pulled his cape further over his head and looked around just in case anyone else had been following them. He kept his wife and children in front of them in case there was an arrow. Looking up at who he thought would be the lead griffon rider, he hung his head.<br/><br/>""I'd like to see the High King of Glajinard again, please. It's... It's very urgent."" he said softly, but as loudly as he could, over the whistling winds of the gorge they were in.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Lahti, Southern Kylantha, Tassarion Channel</span></span></div><br/>It was only when the snow wyvern riders and the ships reached the shore that they found out about what happened to Emperor Airdan and his family. Taero had taken over. Saevel looked distressed. Taero was a loony that influenced even the previous Emperor, Galather Miirphys. He was nothing more than a lowly snake who hid behind the largest of animals. After hearing of the news, the two riders returned to the ork ships who were kept at the port, waiting for their slaves.<br/><br/>""I don't know about you, Saevel, but Emperor Airdan is still my Emperor."" said Elatha as she walked back to her wyvern.<br/><br/>Two slavecatchers and their chasm lizards were leading a throng of slaves to the port for the orks to choose which they would bring back to their lands. At the moment, neither of the riders had any control of what happened to the slaves. There was no order from Airda yet, and there probably wouldn't be. Since he'd been kicked out, apparently. Both riders knew what kind of a ruler Taero was. With certain people, he was kind and compassionate. But deep down, he was vile and tyrannical.<br/>Absolutely nothing like Airdan. He had polluted the mind of Galather Miirphys, and according to rumor, his death was Taero's doing as well. But that certain secret was not spread for too long, as the adviser had threatened to have anyone who spoke of that caught and kept in the dungeons of Bruun Palace."
15267,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=125,2014-12-26T01:45:00,Hastiaka,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Edge of the Border of Assasa</span><br/><br/>The Archduchess was tired. Everyone in the convoy too was tired. Finally, they reached the edge of the border. 1,000 Mile trek. They are 1/6th the way to home. The Convoy was tired and weary. When they crossed the border crossing, the Archduchess noticed something was in the air. Eager to come home, she rode the camel and went straightforward. The Duchy of Alteria was waiting and exited for the Arrival of the esteemed Archduchess.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">''Captain Andralis, what's taking so long? What happened to our spell? Why can't we go back to Alteria?'' </span>the Archduchess murmured.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">''Archduchess, the Spell is no longer working. We're to Magically drained as of the moment.''</span>the Captain replied<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">''How do you think home is now?''</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">''I bet they formed an Alliance. I saw a Hawk flying over us. You see Duchess, the Hawk is only used when forming a formal Alliance. Just like what we did during the great interregnum.''</span>"
15268,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=125,2014-12-26T07:52:00,Russian people of america,"Kyoto, The Dragon Empire<br/><br/>Saito Oda (first-person)<br/><br/>The Dragon Empire, my family conquered the land to create it. Now, the land is in peace, the samurai look to the oceans for the next threat to the empire, barbarians, from across the oceans, with strange languages and ways, and many with no sense of honor. It didn't matter, the empire, previously called Japan, was an impenetrable fortress, with tall mountains, fierce samurai, and hundreds of fortresses. So I feel secure, however, I think we should make contact with the barbarians, my advisors think its foolish, I don't, if it could benifit my people then I see no reason not to make contact. So, as I sit on this throne, remember, I live and breath only for the empire, to keep it united at any cost. I have ordered my sailors to find the barbarians, I admit, I am hopeful the will find something across the water. My sailors will be investigating across the water to a land once called China by my people, I have heard from merchant of a civilization there. Another group will be traveling to a land across the water to the east. I rule over 300,000 people, all would die in a heartbeat for their homeland, I'm Proud be their emperor. Now I wait, as my people make contact with other peoples for the first time.<br/><br/>Between Japan and China<br/><br/>Nobunaga Oda (Third-person)<br/><br/>Nobunaga Oda, Saito Oda's brother, was an experienced sailor, he was actually supposed to be the one who took the throne, however turned down the offer in favor of sailing. He had been selected, as with some other captains to make contact with those across the water from Japan. He prayed constantly for the sea gods to watch over him and his men. Their cargo consisted of powerful, magic resistant armour, katana's as well as other weapons. They also brought fish and expensive kimono's. Finally, land came into view, and the men celebrated. Nobunaga gave the order and the ships proceeded to dock"
15269,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=125,2014-12-26T08:15:00,Glajinard,"<blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=22918045#p22918045"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I'd like to see the High King of Glajinard again, please. It's... It's very urgent."" he said softly, but as loudly as he could, over the whistling winds of the gorge they were in.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The leader of the griffin riders, Captain Baren, was struggling with his emotions. Before him stood the great oppressors of his people, the Ashryn, not only that but the Emperor of the Ashryn! Baren struggled to keep himself under control, knowing that with a word he could have the oppressor killed, either by his griffin or by his own hand. As he looked at the young Empress and her three babies shivering in the cold winds, however, he was moved to pity. He himself had young children, and could not help empathizing with the young parents. Besides, he may be a Venali, but he was a loyal servant of the High King of Glajinard now, and he knew he would want them alive. Baren sighed and dismounted his steed, the other griffin-riders following his lead.<br/><br/>""Our griffins could not handle the weight of you or your wife Ashryn, and I doubt you would trust us to take your children on alone."" he said to the Emperor, ""I have sent one of my own back, he should be returning soon with transport. In the meantime we need to keep you warm.""<br/><br/>The riders led their griffins to the gorge wall, and bid them lay down in a circle. They had the Emperor and his family sit inside the circle, warmed by the body heat of the griffins, and the blankets they pulled from their packs. The griffins, despite being dreadful warbeasts, gently nuzzled the children, who squealed with glee the feathers tickled them. The griffin riders sat down some distance away, their armor already designed to keep them warm in the frozen skies.<br/><br/>After about two hours the twenty Satyr Guard and the elk the brought with them arrived. They loaded the Emperor and Empress on two elk. The three babies were bundled up and carried in baskets by three satyrs, who stayed right next to the Empress. As they hurried back to Arbamthaz as quickly as possible, the Griffin-riders kept pace above them.<hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Arbamthaz</span><br/><br/>High King Lakrir had been waiting at Arbamthaz for slightly over four hours since he sent out the Satyr Guard. During that time the city had received a raven from Gikerahaf. The letter summoned the High Court, a body with certain legislative and judicial functions, and was signed by the Chancellor, Steward, and Marshal. This did not disturb Lakrir, in his absence he had said that a majority of his Privy Council could summon the High Court. Actually, it worked to his favor, as he expected he would need to consult them about what Emperor Airdan was going to say. He sent out another series of ravens with the royal seal, confirming the summons, but asking the High Court to convene in Devruoeh, the next closest city to Arbamthaz.<br/><br/>After finishing with this, he saw the Satyr Guards and the Emperor quickly approaching from the east. He awaited under the pavilion, now empty except for himself, Duke Dkag, and the Satyr Guard outside. As the Ashryn Emperor arrived and dismounted, along with his family, High King Lakrir stood again.<br/><br/>""Emperor Airdan, it's a pleasure to see you again, although I suspect the circumstances are not pleasant. Before we begin let us tend to your family."" High King Lakrir pointed to a medium sized tent next to the pavilion. ""Inside are food and beverages, as well as a roaring coal stove to provide warmth. Please, make use of it Empress.""<br/><br/>Lakrir now turned back to Emperor Airdan. ""Also, I need to explain that we cannot allow you to enter Arbamthaz. Since the war I, along with all future kings, was required to swear an oath that I would never permit an Ashryn to enter the city."""
15270,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=125,2014-12-26T08:59:00,The V O I D,"<blockquote><div><cite>Drunken Pagan Weirdos <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=22917882#p22917882"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center"">(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i.imgur.com/XCNjk28.png?1"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Outskirts of the City of Sasvata Nagara</span></div><br/><br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i.imgur.com/6oA3BWm.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Zapathasura</a>, great Devaraja of the Sasvatanagara Empire, stood atop a platform on an ancient temple to a long-forgotten eldritch god, flanked by stone statues of leering demons, hissing snakes, and snarling tigers – all symbols of his religion and his rule. To mortal eyes they seemed to move in the flickering torchlight surrounding the Devaraja’s platform, alive and overcome with the majesty of the moment. A hundred feet below, down a long flight of stairs lined with Rakshasa guards, the Devaraja could see thousands of individual points of light stretching across a vast plain, each a torch held by one of his mortal subjects – all of whom kowtowed before him, murmuring prayers of worship and wonder. He was awake! Their God-King, who had slept for four hundred years, was awake!<br/><br/>The Devaraja, despite himself, was carried away by the emotion his subjects seemed to press upon him. He stepped forward, to the edge of the stairs, and raised his arms in exultation. His voice, magically amplified, boomed out over the plain: “<span style=""font-style: italic"">I am arisen!</span>”<br/><br/>The masses before him responded with a roar, a slow-moving cloud of sound that rolled over the Devaraja as he looked up to the blackened night sky and screamed in triumph. Alone and in private he cursed his prolonged life, knew that no mortal man was meant to live this long, but here, in public… he knew that his subjects needed faith, needed something to believe in, and he would be damned if he lapsed in his duty to provide it. “I have forseen that the Empire will thirst for true leadership in the times to come, and I, the Lord your God, <span style=""font-style: italic"">will provide</span>!” <br/><br/>He went on for a short while, knowing that he was laying it on rather thick but continuing regardless; finally, when he had his assembled subjects in a fever pitch – admittedly, one that was subtly helped along by the charm magics of his sorcerers – he spread his arms wide and boomed, “Go you now, and spread the news to the four corners of the Earth – the Eternal King of the Eternal Empire lives once more!”<br/><br/>The crowd laid down their torches and began to pray in repeated mantras, some in low tones and some in wailing ecstasy, but all seemingly as one voice and one mind. The Devaraja stepped back from the platform and entered the temple itself; there three of his ministers, waiting inside the inner arch, fell into step behind him. “Your sacred vessels await, milord,” one, his ancient and faithful Lord High Councilor, hissed in a hushed tone.<br/><br/>“Excellent. But I yet place business before pleasure – now that I have announced my return to my people, I should like to do the same to those lands beyond our realm,” replied the Devaraja. “The Naga of the north have united as one, you said?”<br/><br/>“Aye, milord, and for some time now. Relations are stable.”<br/><br/>“And I would have it continue to be so with all foreigners – at least until I’m confident in my mastery of the political and economic situation of the present. I will it that delegations be dispatched on the morrow to the Naga and to Anihc. They shall bear gifts, announce my return, reaffirm the friendship between our respective peoples, ensure that our trade routes remain unmolested, <span style=""font-style: italic"">et cetera</span>.”<br/><br/>The ministers bowed. “It will be done, milord.”<br/><br/>The four of them passed deeper into the temple, soon coming to the inner sanctum, a sizeable chamber lit by a large bonfire in its center, with human skulls and statues of vile and blasphemous creatures ringing its walls. “Oh,” said the Devaraja, pausing mid-step, “and… send word through writing to the Draekonian Imperium in the southeastern island and to the Winterborn of the far north. Discern their interest in building trade and commerce links with our Empire, and ask if we might send emissaries to their lands as well. I should like to learn more about the both of them.”<br/><br/>The ministers bowed yet again as the Devaraja swept into the inner sanctum, eyeing the “sacred vessels” laid out upon the floor – young men and women bedecked in glittering jewelry, slaves all, chained and chittering in fright. With a faint smile he swept down upon the first and began to drink. After a respectful length of time in waiting, his ministers joined him.<br/><br/><div align=""center"">-----</div><br/><br/>In the morning two small delegations set out on the backs of elephants, flags flying prominently in the breeze – one, led by the Lord Bhasmasura, to the Naga of Uttar, and the other, led by the Lord Subahu, to Anihc. Both nobles were simple practitioners of magic, chosen in part for their knowledge of spells and rituals pertaining to limited communication and projection over long distances – a necessity, as they saw it, for any proper emissary. <br/><br/>Shortly thereafter, notes were dispatched by sea to the monarchs of the Winterborn Tribes and Draekonians:<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center"">(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i.imgur.com/ZXRZmUA.png?1"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Esteemed Lord,<br/><br/>The Eternal Empire of Sasvatanagara desires increased links and commerce with your own great kingdoms. To that end we propose, with your permission, that you receive an ambassador from us, to be sent after your reply in affirmation; through him we will learn more of your people and your ways. Should you then desire closer relations with our Empire, our emissary will then stand ready to assist in any way necessary.<br/><br/>You are, of course, welcome to send an ambassador of your own, with much the same aim, if you desire.<br/><br/>Glory unto you always,<br/>Lord High Councilor Karambha<br/>In the name of His Majesty the Devaraja of Sasvatanagara</span></blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">The Draekonian Imperium</span></span></span></div><br/><br/>The Emperor was interrupted from his dinner, by one of his slave-maids. The Emperor snarled and growled, wondering what the disturbance was about.<br/>""<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Oh, esteemed Emperor, forgive my disturbance with your almighty grace - a letter hath arrived from Sasvatanagara, requesting that emissaries be permitted to come into our glorious nation.</span>"", said the slavemaid. The Emperor pondered a moment, standing up on all four of his leg-limbs. His body was massive- far larger than most Draekonians. His body was about the size of a small shack, and his upper humanoid body was small compared to it, but very lean and muscular. He glared his crimson red, reptilian eyes at the slavemaid, walking up to her on his four leg limbs, and lowering his face to her level, due to how small she was compared to him. He spoke.<br/>""<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Send a message back. Tell them I will allow only two emissaries to come, with two guards for both of them. No more. And do not report back to me until it is done, or I will feast upon you.</span>"", he snarled out. The slavemaid nodded in fear, scurrying out. The Emperor grunted. He sat back down at the overly-large table, continuing to eat some<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://fc07.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2011/348/0/e/mountain_behemoth_by_rpowell77-d4j45pi.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Behemoth</a>meat. Behemoths were the largest nonsentient creatures within the Draekonian Imperium- and perhaps, the world. They were nearing extinction, unfortunately. The Emperor sighed when he finish, moving himself to be in a sitting position in his giant throne.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/sGvZ0NV.jpg""/></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">To whom it may concern,<br/><br/>Our glorious Emperor, Shidao Laiyiek has accepted your offer. But, there are some conditions: you are to only send two emissaries, and those emissaries are to each- at most- have two guards with them when off their ships. The Emperor wishes your emissaries safe travels to our glorious Imperium.<br/><br/>Signed,<br/>Therese Willhorn<br/>Slavemaid and International Letter Assistant of Shidao Laiyiek</span></blockquote>"
15271,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=125,2014-12-26T09:39:00,Saestea,"Looking more closely, Airdan saw that the griffon riders were Venali. The people whom he and his father had kept as slaves for so long. Suddenly feeling worried for the safety of his family, he kept them behind him, using his arms as barriers. He knew well that all Venali hated him, and this one was no exception, even though he was under Glajinardi authority. If this man had a grudge against him, then he would gladly sacrifice himself. But he wasn't so sure how he would save his wife and children from death. They were more vulnerable than he was in this situation. They had no idea how to fight, and if they escaped, the could not return to Kylantha, for they would suffer the same fate. They would starve in the mountains or be killed by predators.<br/><br/>But what the rider said was far different from what Airdan had expected. He did not draw his sword. The boy Emperor very nearly shoved his family back as an order for them to run. The Venali rider had said something that immediately put Airdan to shame. He felt strangely warm. In the wrong way. Myriani behind him laid a hand on his shoulder, wondering what they were now to do. But with a simple gesture from her husband, she calmed down and comforted her children.<br/><br/>Airdan nodded, sagging. He now felt drained, having been stressed with thinking that his family would be slaughtered.<br/>""Thank you..."" he managed to croak. ""Thank you.""<br/><br/>Myriani and Airdan spoke later as their three young children played with the griffons. Airdan had never seen one this close. They were extremely rare in Kylantha, as they always ended up as meals for wyverns or hillbeasts. The young Empress quivered slightly as she watched Baren's griffon nuzzling her son. Its beak was sharp and could hurt him, but it didn't. Relieved, she leaned against her husband's shoulder and sighed. She wondered if her life would be this way had her parents not asked Airdan to marry her. It was frightening, but she was reassured simply by Airdan's presence. He was a great husband and father. He was reliable, though young.<br/><br/>""What shall we do now, Airdan?"" she asked her husband, keeping her eyes on her children as they played.<br/><br/>The boy Emperor shrugged. ""We wait... Flee if we must.""<br/><br/>That was a good enough answer for Myriani, apparently, as she had fallen asleep leaning against Airdan. Soon, the children were asleep as well, fearlessly pressed up against one of the griffons. Airdan couldn't help but smile, yet at the same time berate himself. For so long he had been oppressing the Venali, yet here, they showed him mercy he didn't deserve. His family had done nothing, yet they might have been killed as well simply for being related to him and being Ashryn. With these thoughts in mind, Airdan closed his eyes, hoping he would wake up again to see his wife and children...<br/><hr/><br/>Several hours later, the transport that the griffon rider had promised arrived. Satyr guards with what looked like kaelo from Kylantha, but they were much smaller. Their antlers were smaller as well, and less complicated. Airdan woke his wife, who woke the children up as well. Later on they were made to ride on the elk and were brought to Arbamthaz where the High King was. Airdan was relieved to know that he had not yet left.<br/><br/>When they dismounted at the pavilion, Airdan thanked the Satyr Guards and smiled up at the griffons wistfully. Perhaps he would abolish slavery in Kylantha, after all. But it was all too late now. Taero had taken over, the old fool. He would pay, but not until Airdan found a formidable force with which to fight the despotic new leader. Airdan was more than just glad to see Lakrir, and he almost embraced the dwarf, but he figured it would be disrespectful to do so. The High King also allowed for his wife and children to rest in a nearby tent first while they spoke.<br/><br/>""Thank you, your Highness."" said Myriani with a shallow bow. She then brought her children to the tent for a rest they needed especially at this time, while Airdan waited for them to disappear behind the curtains before following Lakrir.<br/><br/>""I understand completely."" Airdan nodded to Lakrir, looking up at the walls of Arbamthaz. ""We will leave as soon as I have told you what you need to know.""<br/><br/>Airdan didn't want to have to leave, as his family wasn't safe at all between the borders. But he had to respect foreign laws, though he was no longer leader. Surely this was temporary, as Taero was old and weak. But he was decisive, and that was his only strength. Airdan dragged his feet as he took the bench he'd sat in earlier this day, his arms were trembling and he was feeling sore all over from the beating in Bruun and the crossing over the borders.<br/><br/>""There is..."" he began. ""Taero... He... Found out about my intentions to... Free the Venali... He would not allow it."" At this point he began to break down, tears in his eyes as he clutched the edges of the table tightly. ""He nearly killed me... He nearly killed my family. And now he comes for you. He has found out about your operations... Your allowing of Venali into your borders. Taero has an army, and he is preparing to attack. I don't know how I can stop him in this state, but I needed to warn you..."""
15272,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=125,2014-12-26T09:58:00,Glajinard,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Arbamthaz, Glajinard</span><br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=22920147#p22920147"">wrote</a>:</cite>""There is..."" he began. ""Taero... He... Found out about my intentions to... Free the Venali... He would not allow it."" At this point he began to break down, tears in his eyes as he clutched the edges of the table tightly. ""He nearly killed me... He nearly killed my family. And now he comes for you. He has found out about your operations... Your allowing of Venali into your borders. Taero has an army, and he is preparing to attack. I don't know how I can stop him in this state, but I needed to warn you...""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>High King Lakrir stared at the boy Emperor. He knew that Airdan must be in very dire straits to show his emotions in this way, and despite being an Ashryn he felt for him. The sight of his three children, mere babes, had softened the old king's hardened heart.<br/><br/>""Don't worry Emperor, we aren't so hardhearted as to condemn a man with a wife and three young children to death in the wilderness. You may not enter Arbamthaz, but with my permission you may enter other dwarven cities. After we finish here we will be traveling to Devruoeh, the next closest city. There we will shelter you and your family.""<br/><br/>The High King took a second to mull over the news about Taero. He knew that Emperor Airdan was the best chance he had to end hostilities with Kylantha, and obviously Taero was a dire threat to his kingdom. This may be his only chance to change the course of history.<br/><br/>""Emperor, you know from history that the Kylanthan army was not able to take a dwarven city, but you also know that the dwarven army was not able to defeat the Kylanthans in the field. I'm not sure the situation will be any different this time. Nevertheless, we will help you to the best of our ability, but we need assurances first.""<br/><br/>The High King called for a<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://s21.postimg.org/n1fyogoxz/Treaty.png"" rel=""nofollow"">map</a>, as well as a scribe.<br/><br/>""If my subjects are to fight and die to restore you to your throne, we need to know we are restoring a true friend. You must agree here and now to emancipate all slaves in Kylantha, and to give up three provinces to create a Venali homeland. This Venali homeland will be jointly administered by our two realms, and all Venali must be allowed to travel and settle there if they so desire. All Ashryn must leave these provinces unless given permission to stay by the new Venali leadership.""<br/><br/>The scribe presented the hastily drawn up treaty to the Emperor, as well as a quill and ink.<br/><br/>""If you agree to these terms we will do everything in our power to restore you to the throne, and we will count you as a true friend to Glajinard."""
15273,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=125,2014-12-26T10:53:00,Personal Freedom,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Celegal's Chamber</span></span><br/>Ildor was at the door to discuss some businuess that had to be addressed, but he heard a faint murmur of conversation through the door and stopped.<br/><br/>""Do not worry, the experience is far less hallowing then you'd imagine,"" Ildor could here Celegal clearly say. Immediately this was followed by muffled sounds.<br/><br/>""Yes, to immortality!""<br/><br/>At this point Ildor flung open the door only to reveal Golfeanas in what appeared to be sleep on the floor as a<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://img4.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20071210213657/forgottenrealms/images/0/0a/Baelnorn.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">corpse dressed in a mage's robes stood over him</a>. The corpse spun around and turned to face Ildor, hatred in its eyes. It seemed to have a lifeless and unnatural movement to it, not jerky, but effortless as it picked up a wand with its skeletal fingers.<br/><br/>'Hssssssss.... I should have locked the door behind me..."" the undead thing said and with horror Ildor stepped back upon realizing it was Celegal's voice. Second's later he began assaulting it with magic screaming as he attacked.<br/><br/>""The guards will not come,"" Celegal said pausing only to sound another death his as acid splashed against the side of his face. His skin immediately seemed to crawl as it quickly healed. ""I had to make sure they were on my side awhile ago. I never would have been able to so effortlessly murder Finore."" A bolt of lightning flew towards him yet he seemed unphased as he absorbed the electricity through his hands. ""Your powers are great Ildor, and I would have fallen already had I not embraced the power of undeath.""<br/><br/>""Celegal, you monster! What did you have against the diviner?"" Ildor yelled as he threw a fireball which enveloped the corpse-mage. To his horror the damage seemed to be minimal.<br/><br/>""That actually hurt a little... Now, to answer your question... Nothing. He had never slighted me in any way. I just happened to need a skull to complete my transformation. The war was also to benefit me. Had I visited the half-elf earlier it would have went another way,"" he stated before a blast of ice escaped from the wand he held in his hands, striking Ildor. With a gasp Ildor fell to the ground. ""The war was, of course, to be merely a distraction so that it would be easier to dispose of the other council-members. Speaking of which... Golfeanas should be returning from the netherworld of souls right about now. I didn't even have to talk to him. He came to me seeking immortality. It is not difficult to attain if you stop at nothing to achieve your goal. I am beginning to feel as if my talking is boring you, so I'll leave you to Golfeanas. I have others to silence.""<br/><br/>Celegal left the room and departed down the long hallway just as Golfeanas arose from his position.<br/><br/>""Don't do this, Golfeanas. You're a good man, a logical thinker,"" Ildor implored feebly.<br/><br/>""A logical thinker would not have thought twice about immortality. I have taken―"" he began before his body convulsed violent as lighting entwined his body and scorched his flesh. He fell with a thud as Ildor got up and kicked his body out of the way.<br/><br/>""I've got to get out of this place.""<br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">By the end of the night five of the nine council members lay dead. Of the survivors, two remained in power, the lich-lord Celegal, and the power hungry Lady Nerwenye, who took up necromancy as a pastime.Agents within the two schools of Ithon and Eredonas culled out potentially threats to the new regime and the other schools were besieged and scattered. A new power held sway over the city of Avalon, and threats to the new regime were scattered or killed so that the possible of a resistance forming was made virtually impossible. Still, two major threats remained. The sorceress Nerwenye Fairchild, a noble from a prominent family, was not to be found. Her family holdings in the kingdom had, of course, been searched and pillaged, but her whereabouts still eluded the agents of the new Council of Nine. The other threat was the mage, Ildor, who managed to alert his apprentices and escape the city. His whereabouts were also unknown. </span><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Summary""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">A new council composed of necromancers rules the kingdom. Only two magic schools still operate under the new rulers. Relationships with foreign nations remain the same and the new regime continues to honor the alliance with the wood-elves of the kingdom. The army is reorganized and restructured.</div></div></div>"
15274,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=125,2014-12-26T18:54:00,Tomia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nuridia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=22917680#p22917680"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Tomia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=22911230#p22911230"">wrote</a>:</cite>Arax was shocked to hear Faelona was attacked. He saw Ismara rushing to prepare. ""Is, I'll help you. I'll go with you. We're allies after all."" He told her, ordering his men to get his armor as well. He also wrote a letter back home, order a large number of troops to be sent as reinforcements as soon as possible.</div></blockquote><br/>""Do what you will."" Ismara called out to Arax as she exited the room wearing her golden armor and chainmail. Wiz came out behind her dressed in armor with a flock of wizards at his back. ""Men, tonight we defend our country."" 'Those blasted Orcs think that they can just take whatever they want and raid our lands!?"" ""Well I say never again!"" ""For too long the people of this country have had to live in fear of the southern barbarians, no more!"" A thunder of cheers erupted from the crowd. The soldiers were lined up, but many Fae, human and elf countrymen would be willing to fight anf die for their homes, their families, their children. In the name of peace. ""Follow me to the stables, we ride!"" ""And fly!"" ""We shall be a scourge upon those Orcish heads!"" Ismara called as the company rushed to saddle up and move out. There would be war tonight.</div></blockquote><br/>Arax frowned a little at Ismara's indifference but guessed that she was still mad at him, which was understandable. Still, he rushed to put on his armor and and join her and her men. He joined her armed with his sword and shield along with the two dozen guards he brought with him. He heard Ismara's speech and couldn't help but be impressed. He almost forgot how passionate she could be. He mounted his horse along with his men as they followed Ismara towards battle."
15275,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=125,2014-12-26T19:45:00,Hastiaka,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Archduchy of Alteria<br/>Territories of the High Elven Duchy<br/>Central Keep, Fortress Summerset</span></div><br/><br/>Across a valley, lies a great fortress; Summerset. This was the bastion of the Elves during the civil war of Alteria. Armed with firework technology and magic towers, the Fortress is considered impregnable. The Command center is in the center of the Strong fortress. Surrounded by layers upon layers of pure elven steel. Designed with glass and gold. The fortress is also home to a forest reserve. The two thousand strong platoons of the fortress guards and makes sure that the Fortress will not fall into the hands of evil. Recently, the Fortress was designated as the Main Headquarters of the Elven Union Defense Forces.<br/><br/>In the wide halls of the Keep, several Generals are seen walking back and forth carrying important information with them. Further in, the quarters of the Guardsmen are filled with reserves. The guards are seen sleeping, tired of the 24 Hour schedule. Inside the Command Area, the Generals are seen gathering for a meeting concerning about the Solidification of the Elven Union. The Elven Union mostly controls Europe. Alinor in general is seen as a potential Headquarters of such Alliance.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">''General Naarfin, we cannot risk moving the 7th and 6th Battalions toward the city of Yeastmore. The Eldryn Order had outlawed such movement in their city! Duke Regent Vendralis would fire us if we do such thing!''</span>Lord Ordron remarked towards the Highly commended General Naarfin.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">''So what Ordron? Lady Arannelya can march her Ranger Corps towards the Eastern borders if needed. Our forces are ready to defend the Headquarters. Lady Arannelya has the best archers in Europa.''</span>General Naarfin boasted.<br/><br/>Lord Ordron, shocked replied;<span style=""font-style: italic"">''Potentially, the Humans will harm the other races as seen. Our sentries have informed us that there may be a Alliance formation between the Human Empires. However, we must not play against them. The Elven Union is still young. We must trade with the Humans and improve our trading within the Union.''</span><br/><br/>Ranger General Lady Arannelya joined in the conversation and said;<span style=""font-style: italic"">''We need a Unified Currency. Diplomatically, we must improve the Union. Our military is not enough to hold the ground. I recommend a formation of a currency called Auron. This will greatly unite our lands. The Minister of Wealth had agreed with such thing. We are primitive indeed. We will send a message to the member states and we shall form our first Unified Currency. The EU will be the greatest diplomatic arm the World will ever see.''</span><br/><br/>With that, the top Politicans, Statesmen and Generals nodded. Later, word reached Duke Regent Vendralis about a ''Unified Currency'' With an instant yes, the Communication officers started sending letters to the Four Member states.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""https://rakashieso.files.wordpress.com/2014/04/05-ep-ebonheart-pact-flag.jpg?w=672&amp;h=372&amp;crop=1""/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""color: #00BFBF""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">The Alliance of the Elven Union</span></span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">To the Memberstates,<br/><br/>We request to meet in Alinor for an important meeting. We have formed the idea of a Unified Currency. In response to Diplomacy, we will establish a firm headquarters in the Capital city of Alteria. We must also meet in order to formalize this Alliance<br/><br/>Glory to Elfkind!<br/><br/>Sent by,<br/>Duke Regent Vendralis</span></div></blockquote><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""TLDR""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">The Generals meet to disscuss plans for the Elven Union. Lady Arannelya decides to form a Unified Currency. Messages are sent to the Nations informing the First Summit held in the Union.</div></div></div>"
15276,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=125,2014-12-26T22:12:00,New Abrahammia,"""Ya!"" The gathered armies scream as they are in the northernmost area of Anihc. ""Those monsterous, hooved, minotaur freaks have attacked our villages. Great anguish has been brought by them. We will not stand for this. What we will do now is go over our Good Wall and show them our might! We will raze the town and free any slaves present. Then, we head back here, before they send out a force to eliminate us. The attack will be in the southeast of the White Hoofs land. We know that they will not strike at the Good Wall, as it is a very defensible position, so they will instead attack from the west. Many of our troops are gathered there, preparing traps and such for them. In the unlikely event that they do attack from the north, we will still have forces waiting by the wall. Now men, over the wall!"" The front linesmen that go over the Good Wall are armed with swords and shields. The ones in the back are armed with repeating crossbows. All of them have flint and steel in their pockets, for all of your fire related purposes."
15277,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=125,2014-12-27T03:47:00,Frostorn,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Realm of Frose</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Frosenar</span><br/><br/>""Announcement to all Frosenites! The Realm of Frose has joined the Elven Union! We are to join in the use of a Unified Currency. After all discussions have been managed, we will start to switch to the Auron.""<br/><br/>The city horns blared loudly all day long with this message. Most of the city know about it by noon. There was both excitement and consternation in the many marketplaces and trading posts of the city. Some felt that it would be orderly and easier to trade with a single unified currency while others believed that by doing so, Frosenite culture will be lost.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Realm of Frose</span></div><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 125%; line-height: 116%;"">High Council</span></div><br/><br/>To Duke Regent Vendralis,<br/><br/>We will be sending three members of the High Council to Alteria by ship. Please await us by the closest harbor. The three are namely: Archmage Gwendolyn, Lord Jeor of House Stormley, Lord Richard of House Costayne. We hope that this First Summit will commence and end peacefully.<br/><br/>Yours sincerely,<br/>Lady Alyssa<br/>House Drake</blockquote>"
15278,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=125,2014-12-27T07:35:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Arbamthaz, Glajinard</span></span></div><br/>Airdan nodded gratefully to the High King, using his cape to dry his tears. He had again not expected to be shown hospitality, after all he had done. He felt like dirt, having been put in his place. But for the sake of the Empire which he had inherited, he took this the good way and made the final decision, just as Lakrir prepared the treaty. His father had deserved to die, after all those years that he had oppressed and committed genocide against the Venali peoples. He, the new Emperor, had done the same. And he deserved to die as well. But he had a chance to right his wrongs, and perhaps his father's as well. Without a hint of hesitation, Airdan gathered himself up, took the quill, and sighed the treaty.<br/><br/>""It is done. As soon as I return to Bruun, I will make sure that the Venali are no longer seen as anywhere beneath the Ashryn or the Braern..."" said Airdan firmly, dropping the quill back onto the table. He clenched his fists as he returned the treaty to Lakrir's scribe. But with true anger in his voice he added, ""Though I'd like to make a request, your Highness... If and when you make a direct attack... I ask that you involve me. It's about time that I showed that charlatan Taero where he belongs.""<br/><hr/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Fort Strömstad, Imperial Kylantha</span></span></div><br/>Fort Strömstad, about three kilometers from Bruun itself was completely deserted. It rested on top of a wide plateau, and was surrounded by thick walls. This fort was meant for the training of the Kylanthan Imperial Guard, and for their family's housing. Currently, there was no one inside. Not even the animals bred specially for the Imperial Guard. Taero had the fort checked several hours ago, but wasn't surprised that the Imperial Guard had abandoned him for their ""real"" Emperor. They would die along with him in the end. But that would be after the invasion of Glajinard was completed.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Kolmården Forest, Imperial Kylantha </span></span></div><br/>The Imperial Guard of Kylantha marched through the snow covered forest with their families and their trained animals.<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://oi59.tinypic.com/wlh08.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Chasm lizards</a>which were bred for their use. They were versatile and much larger than the slavecatchers' chasm lizards. Many others of the Guard were on their<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://oi62.tinypic.com/wwm2ar.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Northern wyverns</a>. The group seemed to be heading West, with the Captain who had released Airdan leading them out of the way of Taero's wrath. For now, there was no reason for them to be in Kylantha at the moment. Their loyalty was to Airdan's line. Not Taero's. Glajinard was their current destination, though they may have to take several detours on the way there in order to avoid Taero's constant patrols."
15279,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=125,2014-12-27T08:32:00,New Nassrau,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #800000"">The Bastion of Latium<br/>Constantinople</span></span></span></div><br/><br/>Valentine IV got up from his sleep. It was deep, relaxing... and dizzy? Valentine groaned as he stumbled out of his bed. Thoughts and memories slowly returned, and he realized he had gotten drunk. Notably, he doesn't remember his wife from last night at all. He scratched his unshaved chin. He had to yell at the servants to come inside. Weird, they usually don't want to go near him after a night of drinking. After being changed, they offered more wine, but he shewed them off. Instead, he would have to simply drink water, like the common folks. He stepped inside the dining hall and saw his wife enjoying a meal. She was eating alone and looked up at him, but didn't say anything. Valentine shrugged and sat down. He didn't know the problem with her! Women. Why must they be so concealed when they are angry. He looked around the room, and when he looked back at the table, a plate had been set down. Baked bread, various berries, honey, and nuts. Alright. He took a bite and was surprised his wife has yet to say anything. Those darn Greeks, why must they hold grudges for so long! He should have heeded his father's warning and married a Roman instead. No. She must be hiding something! Why must Laodice be this way, she's never this way. Valentine adjusted his crown, took on a serious face, and stood up ready to face her. Then ever so suddenly, she got up and left. Valentine decided that it wasn't worth it and went on to continue eating, all traces of action, gone.<br/><br/>Laodice walked out of the room. She was too caught up in her own thoughts to face her husband. She had been awake at the earliest she could, and was receiving reports about the latest news. Senators had gone to their respective towns and were gathering information. The Pegasus Knights sent their messages and had already returned for the next assignment. Laodice smiled as she saw military forces parading through the city. It hasn't happened in years and it was certainly a morale booster. She walked down the gilded streets and saw priests and bishops practicing magic in a church courtyard. Their magic would be needed in the coming months. Laodice eventually reached Constantinople's military headquarters. She sat down with the rest of the staff and was awaiting updates. It might take a while, but eventually news would come through of the coming operation...<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""color: #800000""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">The Bastion of Latium<br/>Manzikert </span></span></span></div><br/><br/>The castle was heavily damaged. The raiding party had killed the defenders and took some of the wealth inside. The Fortress was falling apart and some raiders and thieves stayed behind. All was quiet, but then a rumbling was heard. Some raiders poked their ears, others didn't notice. The rumbling continued until horns could be heard. Multiple horns. These kind of calls were rallying calls. The horns continued, until, finally, everyone showed up. Hundreds of Pegasus Knights flew in and dived into the ruins of Manzikert. Their long spears and lances pierced and shredded any monsters remaining inside. The Pegasi remained unscathed as blood and innards splattered on them. The female riders, similarly unscathed by the fighting as they had been trained for this combat. Some soldiers dropped off the backs of these riders and swept inside the ruins, securing the ruined fortress. A Roman flag was raised on top of the highest point they could find. Manzikert has been retaken."
15280,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=125,2014-12-27T08:41:00,Glajinard,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Arbamthaz, Glajinard</span><br/><br/>Lakrir was pleased that the young Emperor agreed so readily. He knew it might be months before the war was over, and indeed it was not sure that the dwarves would win at all, but he knew that he had secured a peaceful future for his kingdom. He also liked the fire in the boy's eyes as he spoke of Taero.<br/><br/>""That's it boy!"" he said, ""That's the spirit. We may make a dwarf of you yet. You can rest assured that you'll be there when we take Brunn. You'll be the one to slay Taero if I have anything to say about it."" As they stood up from the table Duke Dkag slapped the boy emperor on the back, laughing heartily along with the High King.<br/><br/>As they had already been prepared to depart, it didn't take long for the convoy to get back in order. High King Lakrir rode at the front, on his polar bear Garsik, along with the Emperor and Duke Dkag on elk. In fact, Duke Dkag had made a gift of the beast to Airdan. Behind them, and surrounded by the Satyr Guard, was the Empress and the small children, in a comfortable covered wagon.<br/><br/>Seeing as the High Court would not be able to assemble for at least three days, the royal caravan did not rush to get to Devruoeh, making the trip in a day and a half.<hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Devruoeh, Glajinard<br/>Two days later</span><br/><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://s28.postimg.org/gkxrp2obh/1200x752_8146_Waking_Light_2d_fantasy_snow_mount.jpg""/></div><br/><br/>Devruoeh, known as the City of Griffins, was one of the most picturesque cities in Glajinard. The city was the primary headquarters of the Griffin Corps, as could be deduced from the large numbers of griffin-riders that could constantly be seen flying to and from the city. At the pinnacle of the mountain was Griffin Tower, where the Commandant of the corps lived. The tower was even busier than usual, as nearly the entire 500-strong griffin-rider force had been called in.<br/><br/>The griffin-riders were not the only ones who had been summoned. The dwarf kingdom was rallying for war, and thousands of soldiers were marshaled outside the city, or marching towards it. Half of the city militias of Hedduna, Gikerahaf, Oerithaz, and Hrorthaf were on their way, as well as the militia of the Yaress Tribes. Combined with half the militias of Devruoeh, Cabimhaf, Disimi, Rdedhaf, Lanlemi, and Vremt (which they were to pick up along the way), they totaled . Additionally, the Knights of Ndakh, the national military, was on its way with a force of 6,200, including hundreds of their famous bear cavalry. Finally, the High King and his Satyr Guard would be present. All in all the dwarves expected to field an army of 10,450.<br/><br/>Finally, the High Court of Glajinard had been summoned to the city. The High Court is the feudal council of Glajinard, having many legislative and judicial functions. It is composed of the dukes of the realm, the High Priest of Baule, and representatives of the city councils, armed forces, and fiefdoms. The Council had been summoned almost four days ago, and had been filtering in from all over the realm. They had all been informed of the imminent invasion, and were now prepared to discuss the matter.<br/><br/>The High Court gathered in a hall, with enough seating for the 37 members. High King Lakrir took his position facing the other members, beside him was seated Emperor Airdan. He rose to address them.<br/><br/>""Friends, vassals, loyal dwarves, you all know why we are here today. Our realm faces a grave threat from the Kylanthans once again. The traitorous Taero has cast out the emperor, and now plans to attack us for our assistance to the Venali."" Lakrir gestured to Airdan, ""Emperor Airdan has agreed to free all Venali slaves, and create a Venali state between our realms if we will help him back to his throne.""<br/><br/>Lakrir took a step forward. ""I ask for your support in this endeavor. Not only will this free the Venali and create a buffer state between us and the Kylanthans, we will be establishing a just ruler in the place of an aggressive and tyrannical one. This is good for Glajinard in more ways than one. Will the High Court give me control of the armies gathered here to do with as I see fit?""<br/><br/>The assembled dwarves chattered among themselves, but soon all raised their hands and said aye.<br/><br/>""There is one more matter I wish to discuss, the election of a Regent. I intend to go into battle myself. At any time this would be a dangerous endeavor, but at my age it is even more so. I would like you all to elect a regent now, in case I am killed or captured. The regent will return to Gikerahaf, and if contact with me is lost they will take office until a new High King can be elected. I wouldn't ask this if we were not at war, in this situation we cannot go without leadership.""<br/><br/>The High Court members saw the logic in this, and the voting began. After a few rounds Duke Narel of Rdedhaf was elected as Regent. The High King then left to meet with his generals to work up a war strategy. Meanwhile the High Court continued under the leadership of Duke Narel, approving the colonization project the Chancellor had requested."
15281,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=125,2014-12-27T10:03:00,Personal Freedom,"<blockquote><div><cite>Hastiaka <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=22924720#p22924720"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center"">(<a class=""postlink"" href=""https://rakashieso.files.wordpress.com/2014/04/05-ep-ebonheart-pact-flag.jpg?w=672&amp;h=372&amp;crop=1"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""color: #00BFBF""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">The Alliance of the Elven Union</span></span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">To the Memberstates,<br/><br/>We request to meet in Alinor for an important meeting. We have formed the idea of a Unified Currency. In response to Diplomacy, we will establish a firm headquarters in the Capital city of Alteria. We must also meet in order to formalize this Alliance<br/><br/>Glory to Elfkind!<br/><br/>Sent by,<br/>Duke Regent Vendralis</span></div></blockquote><br/></div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Duke Regent Vendralis,<br/><br/>Though we hope to retain our membership in the EU, we see no reason to convert out currency. All gold flows equally well in Avalon and we do not believe it practical to end this practice or to attempt to remove other <br/>coins from circulation. We will send a delegate to the conference so that we may become better acquainted with the member states of our brethren. Glory to our brothers!<br/>OFFICIAL SEAL OF THE COUNCIL OF NINE<br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.floating-world.org/images/AngelShieldRedl.gif""/></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">One of the Small Docks on the Atlantic Ocean</span></span><br/>It had taken several days of traveling through the wilderness for the delegation of Leanaí de Math to reach a small port on the Atlantic ocean. Avalon was located in a landlocked lake, and most of the population lived in the surrounding area. There were few roads established and even fewer people. Celegal had selected the ship and been appointed to represent the new council. He once again appeared living though his true form was that of the undead. With him went a score of guards to see to his protection, yet he hardly needed them. They served more as a formality than anything else. The ship selected for the trip was nothing special. A simple<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://img3.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20110702210239/avarell/images/4/4d/Elven_Ship.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">schooner</a>with the triangular sail shared by all watercraft of his people. It was a quick vessel and the transport would be very pleasant as opposed to if he rented a larger foreign vessel for the journey. Celegal introspected the ship to make sure he could trust its seaworthiness, and then he turned to the captain and began to discuss the specifics of the trip, the importance of what he was doing, the quality of food provided, and where his lodging would be aboard the ship.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">A Busy Port in Faelona</span></span><br/>Nerwenye Fairchild stepped off of a similar ship into a foreign port in an unfamiliar land. As far as she knew she was the last survivor of the original Council of Nine and a criminal with a bounty on her head in her own land. She had come to Faelonia because it was far from the reach of Celegal's agents, or at least far enough away that she could remain undiscovered here for a longtime. She had brought with her a letter she had written for the queen asking for asylum and not much else. She had been careful to disguise herself and to take a inconspicuous boat. Her golden hair had been dyed brown, her richly adorned robes left in a ditch while she wore peasant's garb, and her escort was in total fewer than five men. now they approached a seafarer's inn, not the most luxurious of lodging, and sh walked up to man who provided lodgings. He was a shriveled old man with a few teeth that had mostly been blackened by whatever it was he was chewing.<br/><br/>""I need a single room for the party of Arwelwil,"" she said rather sternly.<br/><br/>""Foreigners... no sense of fashion... Alright, I think I can get yous one if yous don't mean sharing beds with each other"" he replied as he regarded them closely. Something just didn't look right to him, it didn't add up,, but it wasn't his place to ask he decided after a moment's thought.<br/><br/>""That will do, it's for only a night anyways,"" she stated before haggling over the price. After getting the lodging bussinuess sorted out she took her group out on the city's streets until she found a guardsman,<br/><br/>""You, guardsman. Take this to your commanding officer, he'll know what to do with it,"" she said stopping the guard to hand him a letter. It had a heavy seal of the Fairchild House on it and had a very official look to it She just hoped it would arrive at its destination.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To the most respected Ismara Feirell, High Queen of Fae,<br/><br/>My name is Nerwenye Fairchild, a powerful sorceress of the Fairchild noble house with holdings throughout Europe. I come in time of need. Several weeks ago a coup overthrew the elected council of Avalonia, and I believe I am the only surviving member, now an enemy of my homeland, and I fear that if I was to one of my families holdings in in the Elven Union, I would immediately be set upon by my enemy. I ask you for asylum from those that would wish to do harm to me. In exchange I offer my services as a powerful mage. I know this may be a lot to ask, but few other options are available to me, and so I am here pleading for you to let me stay. If not, I will depart your lands immediately. All I ask is that you will at least consider my plea. Currently you can find me {LOCATION}.<br/><br/>Signed,<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Lady Nerwenye Fairchild </span></blockquote>."
15282,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=125,2014-12-27T12:22:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Arbamthaz, Glajinard</span></span></div><br/>The Emperor felt nervous, even as Lakrir and Dkag gave him encouraging words and gestures. But aside from nervous, Airdan was ready. He would permanently dethrone Taero even if it was the last thing he did. But currently, he had to keep this as a secret from his wife, who would certainly not allow her husband to fight. Taero never played fair. He was absolutely insane. If it meant killing Airdan, he would go way out. As he rode on the elk to the city of Devruoeh, he prepared a plan to use when he finally faced the old adviser. He wasn't entirely sure how the dwarves would fight against the Kylanthans, but he didn't know yet that his Imperial Guard was coming to assist him. They swore from the day their corps was established that they would never leave the Emperor's side.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, in the covered wagon, Myriani Miirphys was rather relieved to know that her children were safe, and that the dwarves were nicer than she'd been told by her parents. It appeared they were completely wrong. She peeked out of the wagon to look out at her husband who seemed pensive, staring out into the white expanse as if he were deep in thought. He was, likely until they reached Devruoeh.<br/><hr/><br/>In the city of Devruoeh itself, Airdan felt very uncomfortable. He noticed how many were watching him closely, but he could not discern whether their looks were of hatred or not. Though later, Lakrir had explained his intentions for him in front of all the other dwarves in authority. They all agreed to help against the Kylanthans, who were now being pressed to pledge an allegiance to Taero, or be executed on the spot.<br/><br/>Airdan could not help but worry. If they were defeated here, the Glajinardi peoples may come to abhor him even more, to the point that he and his family would finally be ended. But back at Arbamthaz, what Airdan hoped for had arrived. A large number of reinforcements from the elite Imperial Kylanthan Guard itself. 5,000 men and women who had been trained from a young age to be adept in the art of war, in order to be able to effectively protect their rulers. Some were on enhanced chasm lizards, and many more on Norther wyverns, as they had all been traveling West since they left Strömstad sometime ago. Their families were carried in wagons hauled along by smilodon. Until Taero was out of Bruun, they would be seeing Kylantha in a while. Assuming that their Emperor had fled to Glajinard, Captain Velatha of the Imperial Guard decided to head there in order to find out if he and his family had survived.<br/><br/>If he didn't, then they would flee to the South. It was that simple. Though the captain truly did hope that their Emperor had endured. For long enough to even fight back against Taero. The old man had employed savages to protect him after the Imperial Guard abandoned him."
15283,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=125,2014-12-27T13:21:00,Glajinard,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Devruoeh, Glajinard</span><br/><br/>Lakrir looked over the plans once more, although he was satisfied with them.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Well, as satisfied as one can be with war plans</span>, he thought. He had spent several hours with his top generals after the High Court meeting, going over dozens of ideas, working towards this final strategy. Initially his generals, nearly all his age or even older, suggested the tried and true tactic of defense. They were products of the Kylanthan War, as was he. This had been the largest military conflict in Glajinarid history, and the tactic of retreating to the walls and waiting out a siege had worked. Many of them saw no reason to try and defeat the numerically superior Kylanthan army on the field.<br/><br/>However, a younger general, Carval Vatnarsson, only 85 years old, had disagreed. By reason, persuasion, and cajoling he eventually brought the war council around to his way of thinking. General Carval had distinguished himself in several battles against raiders from Rhodok, and had proven himself to be an innovative thinker. Carval recognized that this war was not like the Kylanthan War, the goal was not self-preservation, but regime change in Kylantha. They could not hope to restore Airdan, he argued, by relying on the strength of their walls.<br/><br/>When the other generals protested that the dwarven army could not hope to defeat the Kylanthan army in the field, Carval agreed, to their astonishment. He explained that they could not defeat the Kylanthan army, so they wouldn't try. Instead they would use a different strategy. Quoting an old military treatise he said<span style=""font-style: italic"">you must deceive the heavens to cross the ocean</span>. Griffin-rider scouts reported that the Kylanthan army was already departing Brunn and heading south, undoubtedly to attack Arbamthaz yet again.<br/><br/>So, Carval explained, the Glajinardi army would secretly march north, cross the mountains by secret passes, and attack Brunn head on. The Kylanthan army would already be laying siege to Arbamthaz, which even lightly defended would hold out for many weeks. This would allow sufficient time to take Brunn, kill Taero, and restore Airdan. With Taero dead the war would end immediately, as the army bears no personal loyalty to Taero.<br/><br/>Several other points of strategy were planned out as well. The griffin-riders would fly over Kylantha, dropping copies of the Emperor's decree freeing the slaves, as well as encouraging his subjects to revolt against Taero. Hopefully this would cause some problems for Taero. The printing presses in Devruoeh were already working overtime to produce thousands of copies of the decree. The council had received word of the arrival of the Imperial Guard at Arbamthaz during Carval's speech, which only buttressed his ideas. It was decided 1,000 of the guardsmen would remain at Arbamthaz to help the defenders, while the remainder would join the main army.<br/><br/>High King Lakrir broke from his reverie and spoke to one of the nearby pages. ""Go find Emperor Airdan and bring him here.""<br/><br/>The page rushed off through the maze of halls, stairs, and bridges to find Emperor Airdan. Eventually he came to the guest quarters and found the Emperor playing with one of his children.<br/><br/>""Your Majesty,"" said the page, ""High King Lakrir requests your presence."" The page set a quick pace as he led the Emperor back to the war council room.<br/><br/>""Emperor,"" said Lakrir as Airdan entered, greeting him with a handshake, ""let me fill you in on the plan we've come up with. Let me know what you think of it."" He handed Airdan a written copy of the plan, as well as a<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://s24.postimg.org/kf7m73fkl/plan.png"" rel=""nofollow"">map</a>illustrating the troop movements."
15284,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=125,2014-12-27T14:20:00,Jamjai,"<span style=""font-style: italic"">The Diplomacy room</span><br/><br/>After hearing some disturbing reports from the scouts within the city and outside the city, King Moffi orders a letter be send from the top diplomat of Assasa.<br/><br/><div style=""margin-left:75px; margin-right:75px; margin-bottom:5px; margin-top:5px"">We like to seek an audience with the leader of the Empire of Anihc. We will discuss about slavery and we will host many gladiator battles from our most toughest and fieriest fighters against each other for your entertainment.<br/><br/>Signed<br/>Assasa Diplomat<br/>Twohorn Weaver</div>"
15285,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=125,2014-12-27T15:10:00,New Abrahammia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Jamjai <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=22931802#p22931802"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-style: italic"">The Diplomacy room</span><br/><br/> After hearing some disturbing reports from the scouts within the city and outside the city, King Moffi orders a letter be send from the top diplomat of Assasa.<br/><br/><div style=""margin-left:75px; margin-right:75px; margin-bottom:5px; margin-top:5px"">We like to seek an audience with the leader of the Empire of Anihc. We will discuss about slavery and we will host many gladiator battles from our most toughest and fieriest fighters against each other for your entertainment.<br/><br/>Signed<br/>Assasa Diplomat<br/>Twohorn Weaver</div></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>If we are to meet eachother, it shall not be in the White Hoofs lands, as that land is too dangerous for me to enter. It shall be hosted in Anihc, as I do not risk ambush there.</div></blockquote>"
15286,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=125,2014-12-27T16:18:00,Drunken Pagan Weirdos,"One bright, pleasant morning a single ocean-going ship set out from the island of Sri Lanka, bound for the Draekonian Imperium. Ambassador Raktabija stood at its prow, arms crossed as he took in the view of the sun shimmering over the waves. Unlike the second ambassador on the journey, Lord Jatasura of the Twenty Sorcerers, Raktabija was yet a mortal human – though, in part due to the patronage of the sorceress Manushya, he was considered a promising candidate for what his patron had referred to as the Dark Gift. “Succeed in this journey,” she had said, “and I may well be able to persuade the Emperor to allow me to give you true Nobility… personally.”<br/><br/>To be turned undead by so old a Rakshasa – and one who was so close to the Devaraja, no less! – would give Raktabija power and prestige unparalleled amongst neonates. That he was a distant bloodline descendant of the sorceress’ brother, a man dead for over nine hundred years, had allowed him this opportunity in the first place – and he fully intended to use his talents, connections, and skills to make the most of it from here. Lord Jatasura had been publicly less than excited about “babysitting Manushya’s pet mortal”, but the sorcerer was none of Raktabija’s concern. He spit into the water below and thought,<span style=""font-style: italic"">Screw him.</span><br/><br/>The trip was, auspiciously, rather uneventful; not even Jatasura’s veiled gripes and complaints could damper Raktabija’s mood. As they maneuvered the ship in to dock, the two ambassadors and their guards – all of whom were mortal, the better to avoid potentially frightening the Draekonians – gathered on the deck and readied to disembark.<br/><br/><div align=""center"">-----<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Imperial Palace, Anihc</span></div><br/><br/>The Lord Subahu, on the other hand, did not feel that he had had a pleasing trip at all. Over his centuries of undeath this rotund nobleman and former territorial governor had become quite the gourmand with regards to what types of mortals he preferred to feast upon – and once his diplomatic train of elephants had crossed over the southern border into Anihc, he had been forced to refrain entirely from what he enjoyed so well. It was necessary, he had been told, to avoid any sort of odd behavior until safe and out of public view.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Bah!</span>he thought with a snort.<br/><br/>In any event the delegation arrived at Anihc’s Imperial Palace, and Lord Subahu, taking care to hide his more<span style=""font-style: italic"">abnormal</span>facial aspects, requested an audience with the Emperor of Anihc himself."
15287,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=125,2014-12-27T18:27:00,The Starlight,"<div align=""center"">Forests of Doriath, Capital of Vallorion<br/>Queen Irithren Temedil</div><br/><br/>She knelt over the plants and the rabbits in the Forest of Doriath. Some human woodsmen had dared to chop some of the trees, her trees. This could not be borne, no longer, Irithren thought to herself, striding forward. She only had to follow the path of destruction and she mounted back on top of her stallion and rode at a canter, waving a hand to heal the trees with her power. She began to ride faster, the plants and animals sensing her and forming a path where there previously was none. She caught them right outside of the forest, the humans driving a poor old horse with a whip, with a cart of freshly cut logs being drawn by the horse. Her voice thundered,<br/><br/>""Stop! You dare, humans? To cut trees from<span style=""font-style: italic"">my</span>forest? Speak, and then I shall declare my punishment. Speak!"" The humans stuttering with fear, tried to feel, but the horse sensed the Queen's powers and also sensing freedom, stood still after a silent command from Irithren. ""I see,"" Irithren muttered. She spoke once more, ""Here is my decision. I shall not kill you humans, but..."" a wave of her hand conjured up vines which held them quickly and tightly, to the point of pain. ""You will bear the news that the Queen of Vallorion will not have her forests, or any of the forests of this elven realm defiled. You are here against the law, I prohibited, from day one of my reign, any humans in my land, besides traders. And I am the law."" Irithren set free the horse from its burden, and stopped over the trees and muttering, regrew them. ""You will bear your tidings, on foot. And tell them this, all of your illegal woodsmen camps must disband and go over the border in a week. After that, my armies will sweep my land, and if any humans are found, besides traitors, you will be escorted out, and all those who resist will die. Go!"" said Irithren, her voice crackling with anger like a whip, as the vines abruptly dropped them to the ground. She mounted once again and rode back to the palace without a look back.<br/><br/>After a short rest, the regrowing of the trees having tired her, Irithren sat with a few clusters of grapes, plucking them off their vines and slowly eating them. She had received the reply of Alinor, and she hoped that the Duchy wasn't getting too presumptuous, thinking that they were the head of the alliance. They may have initiated it, but the other realms had joined it of their own free will. She penned a response after that thought, fetching her quill once again.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/en/5/5f/Finwe.gif""/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">To the Duke Regent Vendralis of Alinor,<br/><br/>I shall be there, however, I oppose the concept of a unified currency. The Elven Union is not strong enough, not yet, and it is too young to announce a new currency. That would hurt all of our economies for several years. I believe also that a vote should be taken about this, and the headquarters of the EU.<br/><br/>The Eldar shall reign once more.<br/><br/>Signed and penned by my own hand,<br/>Queen Irithren of Great House Temedil.</span></blockquote></div>"
15288,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=150,2014-12-27T18:28:00,New Abrahammia,"Outside the Imperial Palace in Anihc, the Lord Subahu has been permitted entry into the Imperial Palace. The Emperor of Anihc, named Emperor Rorepme, has joined Lord Subahu for tea. Emperor Rorepme speaks to Lord Subahu and says ""The situation between Anihc and the Minotaurs is heating up. We need assistance to prevent human casualties. What I propose is an alliance between all human civilizations. We must ally with The Winterborn Tribes, the island to the east, and all of the other majority human civilizations. If they own slaves like your empire, I shall still trade with the nation, although with tariffs. I still encourage you to free the slaves, but I shall not withhold trade for that. Do you agree to join a military and economic alliance with all other majority human nations?"""
15289,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=150,2014-12-27T18:53:00,Nuridia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Personal Freedom <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=22929651#p22929651"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Hastiaka <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=22924720#p22924720"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center"">(<a class=""postlink"" href=""https://rakashieso.files.wordpress.com/2014/04/05-ep-ebonheart-pact-flag.jpg?w=672&amp;h=372&amp;crop=1"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""color: #00BFBF""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">The Alliance of the Elven Union</span></span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">To the Memberstates,<br/><br/>We request to meet in Alinor for an important meeting. We have formed the idea of a Unified Currency. In response to Diplomacy, we will establish a firm headquarters in the Capital city of Alteria. We must also meet in order to formalize this Alliance<br/><br/>Glory to Elfkind!<br/><br/>Sent by,<br/>Duke Regent Vendralis</span></div></blockquote><br/></div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Duke Regent Vendralis,<br/><br/>Though we hope to retain our membership in the EU, we see no reason to convert out currency. All gold flows equally well in Avalon and we do not believe it practical to end this practice or to attempt to remove other <br/>coins from circulation. We will send a delegate to the conference so that we may become better acquainted with the member states of our brethren. Glory to our brothers!<br/>OFFICIAL SEAL OF THE COUNCIL OF NINE<br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.floating-world.org/images/AngelShieldRedl.gif""/></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">One of the Small Docks on the Atlantic Ocean</span></span><br/>It had taken several days of traveling through the wilderness for the delegation of Leanaí de Math to reach a small port on the Atlantic ocean. Avalon was located in a landlocked lake, and most of the population lived in the surrounding area. There were few roads established and even fewer people. Celegal had selected the ship and been appointed to represent the new council. He once again appeared living though his true form was that of the undead. With him went a score of guards to see to his protection, yet he hardly needed them. They served more as a formality than anything else. The ship selected for the trip was nothing special. A simple <a class=""postlink"" href=""http://img3.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20110702210239/avarell/images/4/4d/Elven_Ship.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">schooner</a> with the triangular sail shared by all watercraft of his people. It was a quick vessel and the transport would be very pleasant as opposed to if he rented a larger foreign vessel for the journey. Celegal introspected the ship to make sure he could trust its seaworthiness, and then he turned to the captain and began to discuss the specifics of the trip, the importance of what he was doing, the quality of food provided, and where his lodging would be aboard the ship.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">A Busy Port in Faelona</span></span><br/>Nerwenye Fairchild stepped off of a similar ship into a foreign port in an unfamiliar land. As far as she knew she was the last survivor of the original Council of Nine and a criminal with a bounty on her head in her own land. She had come to Faelonia because it was far from the reach of Celegal's agents, or at least far enough away that she could remain undiscovered here for a longtime. She had brought with her a letter she had written for the queen asking for asylum and not much else. She had been careful to disguise herself and to take a inconspicuous boat. Her golden hair had been dyed brown, her richly adorned robes left in a ditch while she wore peasant's garb, and her escort was in total fewer than five men. now they approached a seafarer's inn, not the most luxurious of lodging, and sh walked up to man who provided lodgings. He was a shriveled old man with a few teeth that had mostly been blackened by whatever it was he was chewing.<br/><br/>""I need a single room for the party of Arwelwil,"" she said rather sternly.<br/><br/>""Foreigners... no sense of fashion... Alright, I think I can get yous one if yous don't mean sharing beds with each other"" he replied as he regarded them closely. Something just didn't look right to him, it didn't add up,, but it wasn't his place to ask he decided after a moment's thought.<br/><br/>""That will do, it's for only a night anyways,"" she stated before haggling over the price. After getting the lodging bussinuess sorted out she took her group out on the city's streets until she found a guardsman, <br/><br/>""You, guardsman. Take this to your commanding officer, he'll know what to do with it,"" she said stopping the guard to hand him a letter. It had a heavy seal of the Fairchild House on it and had a very official look to it She just hoped it would arrive at its destination.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To the most respected Ismara Feirell, High Queen of Fae,<br/><br/>My name is Nerwenye Fairchild, a powerful sorceress of the Fairchild noble house with holdings throughout Europe. I come in time of need. Several weeks ago a coup overthrew the elected council of Avalonia, and I believe I am the only surviving member, now an enemy of my homeland, and I fear that if I was to one of my families holdings in in the Elven Union, I would immediately be set upon by my enemy. I ask you for asylum from those that would wish to do harm to me. In exchange I offer my services as a powerful mage. I know this may be a lot to ask, but few other options are available to me, and so I am here pleading for you to let me stay. If not, I will depart your lands immediately. All I ask is that you will at least consider my plea. Currently you can find me {LOCATION}.<br/><br/>Signed,<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Lady Nerwenye Fairchild </span></blockquote>.</div></blockquote><br/>As they prepared to ride out, a massenger came and handed the Queen a letter. Ismara took it and read it, apparently it was a concillor of Avalonia and that she was looking for political asylum from her enemies. She had never had a problem with Avalonia, but they carried a lot of enemies and baggage. Her enemies may com here and raise Ismara's lands to the ground and the queen could not risk that. Still, they couldn't let such a powerful mage get away, if she was anywhere on Wiz's level she could be a very big help. ""I will go see this Mistress Fairchild, but we also have to deal with the Orcs as well."" ""I will send her a letter, one of you carry it to her and we will go and deal with these raiders."" Isabella wrote a quick letter on paper and a messenger rode off to carry it to Fairchild while the queen and her men headed to the border.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Esteemed Nerwenye Fairchild, Lady Councillor of Avalonia,<br/>I send you this letter in responce to the one that I have received from you. Forgive me for making it so brief, but I have a pressong matter of Orc raids on my southern border that I have to crush. I have seen all your points, and what happened to you and your country is awful. We will discuss the terms of your request in the morning, I will either go to your location or you will meet me at the royal palace and there we can talk about what happened to your country and what we are to do. There are many factors that I must consider with this, the safety of my people coming forst and foremost. For now however, I will not turn you away and you may stay in your present location, but do not draw enemies here if you can help it.<br/>Ismara Feirell, the Fae Queen</span>"
15290,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=150,2014-12-27T21:47:00,Hastiaka,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Archduchy of Alteria<br/>Territories of the High Elven Duchy<br/>Newly Built EU Headquarters, Outside Alinor</span><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://fc01.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2011/063/d/6/imperial_palace_by_deivcalviz-d3axogd.jpg""/></div><br/><br/>After several weeks of intense construction, The Headquarters was built by Thousands of Elven and Human workers. The Duke Regent favored the lake outside the city as the Ideal location of the Headquarters. The Elven Union is still not known to the outside world. It is still young and will still need development. The newly-formed Taskforce Economy and Taskforce Diplomacy of the EU is tasked on bringing marketing throughout the EU. The Alterian Nobles had agreed to host the Summit in the EU Headquarters outside Alinor.<br/><br/>Inside the EU Headquarters, a Amphitheater was created for EU Representatives and Diplomats. Air vents were also created to circulate fresh air throughout the Headquarters. Each Delegate has a quarters in the EU Building. The 10th Army is tasked to defend Alinor and the EU Headquarters alone. While the 4th Army is tasked to defend the Prioritized EU designated Ports in the Country. The officials of the EU were in hurry. Hoping to catch up with the delayed schedule. The Alterian delegation are waiting outside the Main EU Port in Alteria.<br/><br/>Meanwhile in the Duke Regent's Office,<br/><br/>The Duke Regent received the message. The Duke realized that the EU was still young. He sent a reply.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""https://rakashieso.files.wordpress.com/2014/04/05-ep-ebonheart-pact-flag.jpg?w=672&amp;h=372&amp;crop=1""/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""color: #00BFBF""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">The Alliance of the Elven Union</span></span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">To the Memberstates,<br/><br/>Yes, i agree indeed. However, despite the misunderstandings, we will still continue our Summit in the city of Alinor. In fact, the Archduchy has decided to build the Headquarters outside the capital. The Frose delegation has already arrived. We also request for your delegates to stay so that they can attend the General Assembly of the EU.<br/><br/>Glory to Elfkind!<br/><br/>Sent by,<br/>Duke Regent Vendralis</span></div></blockquote><br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">EU Port Leafwell</span><br/><br/>The EU Delegation of Frose was arriving in the Port. The Port was near Lisbon, the 2nd largest city of Alteria and has the largest Human Population. The EU Delegation was greeted by High Ranking Alterian Officials."
15291,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=150,2014-12-27T22:16:00,Drunken Pagan Weirdos,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=22934018#p22934018"">wrote</a>:</cite><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Outside the Imperial Palace in Anihc, the Lord Subahu has been permitted entry into the Imperial Palace. The Emperor of Anihc, named Emperor Rorepme, has joined Lord Subahu for tea. Emperor Rorepme speaks to Lord Subahu and says ""The situation between Anihc and the Minotaurs is heating up. We need assistance to prevent human casualties. What I propose is an alliance between all human civilizations. We must ally with The Winterborn Tribes, the island to the east, and all of the other majority human civilizations. If they own slaves like your empire, I shall still trade with the nation, although with tariffs. I still encourage you to free the slaves, but I shall not withhold trade for that. Do you agree to join a military and economic alliance with all other majority human nations?""</div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/><br/>Subahu made a slight grimace as he sipped at his tea; its flavor was of course excellent, but it was not something that his stomach, warped beyond anything human, would be able to digest. Ah, well; he could find ways to be rid of it later, and in the meantime it paid to be polite. As to the matter at hand… “I am authorized to inform you, Your Majesty, that Sasvatanagara will not hear further discussion on the matter of… slavery, as you so put it. You must recognize that there are certain religious overtones, in addition to the moral, that make such discussion impossible at this time. My lord, the risen Devaraja, appreciates your understanding and your decision to continue the trade between our great empires – and pledges that he too will strive to maintain the status quo. As to your… situation… in the north…”<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Can the great army of Anihc not handle a swarm of petty minotaurs?</span>he wanted to sneer, for he was a vain and arrogant man; but the diplomat within bit his tongue. Instead he continued, “I was not under the impression that humanity as a whole was under imminent threat. Of course, there is that small matter of the Latins in the West… it is a pity what happened to their realm, and I personally would not like to see that last spark extinguished. But what can we do? How can your empire or mine rush to their defense in sufficient numbers? No, I think it best that we stick to specifics for the time being. The great Devaraja is of course willing to guarantee your southern frontier, thus freeing you to move additional forces north to counter your own threat… but exactly what other ‘assistance’ did you wish to request? Military support? If so, in what numbers?”"
15292,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=150,2014-12-27T23:03:00,New Abrahammia,"Emperor Rorepme sipped his tea and wore a poker face. ""Although the Anihc military could handle the minotaurs, with assistance from your nation, we can end this war much sooner. My master plan is to gain support from the eastern human nations, including you, the island to the east, and The Winterborn Tribes. The idea is for The Winterborn Tribes to attack from the north, Anihc to attack from the southeast, and you to attack from the south. Perhaps the war could end without even invading the minotaur lands. Perhaps the threat of invading with such a massive and surrounding army could create a swift surrender. Now, if you agree to this, you can be in the peace deal with the minotaurs. You could secure the right to monetary aid from them, the right to gold mines, or whatever you would like."""
15293,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=150,2014-12-27T23:51:00,Hastiaka,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Archduchy of Alteria<br/>Territories of the High Elven Duchy<br/>EU Headquarters</span></div><br/><br/>In the very busy Headquarters of the Elven Union, Frose delegates are seen settling in their respective offices. Meanwhile in the conference hall, Lord Pelatine, Lady Yeranne and Lord Trohalt, High Ranking Alterian Officials were having a argument. In the table, Lord Pelatine slammed his hand unto the golden table. The two Nobles looked at Lord Pelatine and let him explain.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">''We feel that Alteria is the de facto leader here. However, we are not. We must form the EU Council. Elven Union members vote corresponding a action. If the other leaders feel that we are the ''Knight in Shining Armor'' here, i'll bet they will leave. Alteria isn't the greatest nation on earth and we must face that. In a fortnight, the Latins would be able to overrun the 3rd and 7th Army guarding the Eastern border and we too must face that! We are weak! But united we are strong! Economically, we are capable and it seems that the Dwarves up north may be a ''Partner'' I suggest that we must also consider the dwarves as a potential ''Economic Bastion'' The Elven Union must increase her economy or else we'll face our own consequences. I suggest opening the Urdan and Erdic Mines in our Southern France territory. I'm sure it'll increase our economy.'' </span>said Lord Pelatine. Lord Pelatine was more of a passive character. He loves economy and studies it well.<br/><br/>The Duke Regent overheared the conversation and realized that his administration's movement seemed that the Duchy indeed was very ''assertive'' in their recent actions."
15294,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=150,2014-12-28T07:08:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Devruoeh, Glajinard</span></span></div><br/>The Emperor was with his family in the guest quarters they had been allowed to stay in. Myriani was in bed with her two girls, lulling them into a much needed nap. Airdan was with his son, Kelvhan, teaching him to use a sword. It was about time that he learned. If Airdan was killed in battle, Myriani would rise to power as Empress of Kylantha. Surely, as ruler, she would be just and wise. But for now as Airdan was the Emperor, had to fight. Taero had been around for far too long. At first, Airdan had respect for the old adviser, but now there was only contempt. Pure hatred.<br/><br/>Kelvhan seemed not too bothered by the sword's weight, as he was able to swing it well and cut through a short broom that his father had borrowed. The boy received praise from his father, and prepared to strike again, but was interrupted by the sound of their room's door opening. It seemed that the High King wanted to see Airdan. With a smile, the Emperor kissed his son's forehead, retrieved his sword, and left the room. Kelvhan slolwy turned to the broom he had decapitated and smiled. Someday, he wanted to be just like his father. An Emperor who was brave, but was gentle at the same time. He was the best father in the whole world.<br/><hr/><br/>Airdan followed the page to the war council room, where the High King was, along with several others. He gave them a shallow bow of his head and took a seat. He seemed rather troubled as he read the plan through. He had not been told that his Imperial Guard had arrived. The plan to directly attack Bruun was quite sensible, though their forces may run into several forts, such as Durstrom, Lagerfelt, and Fagersta. Airdan told Lakrir that he would allow 2,000 to stay in Arbamthaz instead.<br/><hr/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Vennesla, Imperial Kylantha</span></span></div><br/>As the dwarves had expected, Taero's army was now heading South through Vennesla, drifting closer to the border. In a few hours, they'd be at Falköping. As time passed, many soldiers broke away from the advancing army group, leaving them with<br/>26,530, from the original 38,990. Not many of the troops were surprised, as as they didn't want to fight either, yet felt that they had to. There were more soldiers loyal to Taero back in Bruun who were quite well trained compared to them who were called only to service when war was declared.<br/><br/>The Imperial Guard at Arbamthaz found a way to hide their families while they prepared to create a perimeter around the base of their walls, with many of the chasm lizards burrowing into the snow, prepared to lunge out at anything that came within their range. The wyvern riders made use of the mountains, with some even latching to the walls of the dwarven fort until the time came that they had to fight."
15295,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=150,2014-12-28T07:48:00,The Greater Maltan Empire,"<img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i58.tinypic.com/11qo9xj.png""/><br/><br/><span style=""color: #FF0000""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Imperial Palace, Rome</span></span></span></span><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i62.tinypic.com/2rg2i41.jpg""/><br/><br/>Sitting alone in his study, God-Emperor Aurelius over-looked the draft he had begun work upon to declare for the first time in nearly a hundred years the re-opening of the Imperial borders.<br/><br/><span style=""color: #800000"">""To the citizens of the Imperium and beyond, for the first time in a century the Imperium will once again open her borders to those that would wish to enter. The gate of the sun, the moon, and mars, on our northern border will be opened for a time to allow those that wish it to traverse in and out of our nation. Though, fear not, we will conduct extensive checks on all those that wish to enter and exit to determine their purposes for entering or exiting. However, during this period the ports of the Imperium remained closed to those that would seek to enter them. The Imperial Navy will be sure that none will enter our domain over the sea. <br/><br/>As the winter months approach, I wish for all those of the Imperium and beyond well for soon the first snow will be upon us all.<br/><br/>God-Emperor Aurelius of the Imperium of Man"" </span><br/><br/>Placing a hand on the bridge of his nose he rubs it, this would have to do it wasn't the best but he needed to make this statement heard the world over. Ships would carry this notice to all corners of the world, distributing posters and letters to all those that have deemed should be informed.<br/><br/>Mulling over what this single piece of parchment holds he smiles, placing it down on the desk before calling for one of his councilmen to begin distribution.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #FF0000"">Outcome:</span></span></span></span><br/><br/>For the first time in a century the three gates have been opened allowing entrance and exit to the Imperium, though those entering and exiting will be searched -very- thoroughly it is perhaps a great chance for parties that seek to speak with the Imperium to do so. At each gate, it houses a large group of soldiers that bunk themselves though a few hundred can be seen above ground it seems their is an under-ground complex of some design under each gate. However, the ports of the Imperium remain closed the Imperial Navy seen patrolling the waters assuring that none would enter Imperial lands by sea.<br/><br/>Notices/letters are sent to all corners of the globe and to everyone that could be considered of note to inform them of this incredible event.<br/><br/><br/>For those that want to see the map with the Bulwark:<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i62.tinypic.com/262312c.png"" rel=""nofollow"">http://i62.tinypic.com/262312c.png</a>The Yellow Circle in the North is the Sun Gate, the Purple gate is the Moon Gate the Red Gate is the Gate of Mars."
15296,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=150,2014-12-28T08:41:00,The GAmeTopians,"<img alt=""Image"" src=""http://cdn.damninteresting.com/wp-content/uploads/2007/10/masyaf_castle11.jpg""/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Fortress of Quicke, La Delnora Quicasia</span><br/>Salneron Quick, the High Assassin of The Creed slept peacefully in his bedroom. He was located in the inner keep of the castle, taking a rest from the tedium of paperwork. There was a knock at the door.<br/>""I'm on break; oh fine, come in,"" Salneron grumbled. The door opened, and a young man of about 20 entered the room, dressed in the purple robes of a High Advisor. Salneron sat up, brushing his waist-length black hair away from his eyes. It was considered an honor to keep your hair long in the Creed, and a punishment for minor to medium infractions was to cut the miscreant's hair. Salneron put on his black robe, and stood in front of his advisor.<br/>""We need to get back to the mobilization paperwork, sir. Our spies have heard rumors that war may spark soon, and we need to be ready.""<br/>""Assassin Stronatio, with all this paperwork we could just throw it at the enemy and bury them in it.""<br/>Stronatio chuckled and followed Salneron out of the keep. Theguards raised the outer gate, and the pair made their way to the harbor. Magical Caravels of all sizes bobbed up and down in the waters of the harbor, tied securely to the piers.<br/><br/>(To be continued in another post)"
15297,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=150,2014-12-28T09:17:00,Personal Freedom,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Leanaí de Math Delegation</span></span><br/>The ship arrived at its destination in a matter of days allowing<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://drakonis.org/uploads/7/v/0/7v0ng7m0e3/2010/09/19/20100919233326-3f1ef93f.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Celegal</a>to join the delegations of the EU already present. He was dressed eloquently in robes totally unlike what he formerly wore as a member of the old Council of Nine. The new Council of Nine had a far greater variety of attire and a far greater variety of people who served on it. Today the council was composed of two of the original nine schools, an alchemist's guild, an assassin's guild, two new schools that had operated underground for ages, and three necromancer's who had as of the time he left not yet created an organization to fill the void left by the previous council but were expected to by the time Celegal returned. There was a single bond they all shared, they all sought immortality. Some, such as Celegal himself, had turned to the dark powers of undeath. Others searched for the Philosopher's Stone, hoping to maintain their life and yet no longer age. None of which would have been permitted by the old government. To them life was sacred and death an important stage of life. To upset the natural cycles was a sinful act.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Fools!</span>Celegal thought as he considered this.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Most of them are dead now.</span>Celegal then looked around for some indication for where he was supposed to go. He didn't want to be late. This union had great potential to benefit him and the kingdom, of course. The architecture fascinated him. It was unlike any that he had seen before, constructed in a manner so it did not resemble the architecture of Avalon at all. ""I wonder who the statues represent?"" he wondered at loud.<br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Architecture Comparison""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Avalon<br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://0.tqn.com/d/gofrance/1/S/B/P/camelot-merlin-bbs-tv-series-location-1.jpg""/><br/><br/>Alteria<br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://jolstatic.fr/www/captures/946/0/23480-800.jpg""/>[/align]</div></div></div><br/><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Nerwenye Fairchild's Room</span></span><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div><span style=""font-style: italic"">Esteemed Nerwenye Fairchild, Lady Councillor of Avalonia,<br/>I send you this letter in responce to the one that I have received from you. Forgive me for making it so brief, but I have a pressong matter of Orc raids on my southern border that I have to crush. I have seen all your points, and what happened to you and your country is awful. We will discuss the terms of your request in the morning, I will either go to your location or you will meet me at the royal palace and there we can talk about what happened to your country and what we are to do. There are many factors that I must consider with this, the safety of my people coming forst and foremost. For now however, I will not turn you away and you may stay in your present location, but do not draw enemies here if you can help it.<br/>Ismara Feirell, the Fae Queen</span></div></blockquote><br/><br/>Nerwenye read the letter and absentmindedly dispatched one of her party to inform the innkeeper she would be staying for at least another day. Her mind had wandered after she read the letter, and she know reread the last line. At first she had mistaken it for a warning not to cause trouble, but she now decided it was more of a general warning to lay low and not bring any of her enemies upon the kingdom. That could be done easily enough. She already barely resembled herself, had arrived on a rather nondescript boat, and been careful not to flash her wealth about, even going so far as to stay in the inn she was currently in instead of a nicer inn she could easily afford. She had hoped that the Fae were far enough away that her enemies would not find her, and so far this had been true. She considered her options if she was turned away. She could flee to the Tuatha de Danann, there she knew she would be beyond the reaches of Celegal, but she also knew that it was not likely they were forget where her house had sided in the war that had shattered their kingdom. She was old enough that her parents had played a major role in the war, and the enmity between the two was still strong. Perhaps up North, among the dwarves, she could find safety if this fell through though she really didn't know if there was anywhere that she'd be able to feel at home. Being exiled was truly a curse."
15298,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=150,2014-12-28T12:33:00,Russian people of america,"ANHIC PORT<br/><br/>Nobunaga Oda (first-person)<br/><br/>My men were still celebrating, land, the Anhic empire, they had arrived. They needed to make contact with the anhics leader immediately. We docked in their port, and I walked for the first time on anhic soil. When I looked at the natives, I noticed a quick resemblance between them and my own people, and so I thought that we might share ancestors. My men bowed, showing respect, they didn't return the bows, normally I would have felt angry, not bowing to a member of the imperial family! But I knew that these people, despite the resemblance, were different from us. I spoke in my native tongue to the taller native, forgetting that they might not know our language, ""greetings, I come from the Dragon Empire, I wish for an audience with your leader"". They gave us strange looks, probably thinking we were crazy, my samurai watched them carefully, a Hanson their katana's. Finally one if my deck-hands spoke up, ""sir, please allow me the honor of translating, I visited here once and know their language"" he bowed quickly, I remembered this deck hand, I had came to call him saru, or monkey due to his appearance, he did in fact look very much like a monkey. ""If you know their language, please translate saru"" I said back. Saru repeated, and the villagers responded, saru smiled at me, ""they say they can take us to the Capitol sir, but we should hurry"" I felt a flash of gratitude and pride, I was glad that I had the sense to hire Saru back in Owari. After the goods were unloaded we climbed onto our horses, then hurryed to catch up with the natives, we began our journey to the capitol of the Anhic Empire. I glanced around, finally I sighted Louise, Louise wasn't the best when it came to magic, however, she was the only magic user I had brought. She came from a far away land to the west. I had a good feeling she would be useful here. Beside her was her familiar, a human, his name escapes me though. I glanced around, noticing both a ninja in our party, as well as a yellow-haired girl, she had a tiger skin tied around her waist, and a katana at her side, she was an Oda like me, she was my sister, nobuna. We didn't talk much though, we still had to make it to Anhics capitol, so I stopped focusing on my party, and more on the locals I saw along the way.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Summary<br/><br/>Nobunaga Oda makes his way to the Anhic Capitol with the help of local citizens.</div></div></div>"
15299,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=150,2014-12-28T12:58:00,New Abrahammia,"As Emperor Rorepme was in the meeting with Lord Subahu, Rorepme shouts to his son ""Son! Write a letter to the Winterborn Tribes, The Imperium of Man, and the Dragon Empire. We're making a human alliance and I need their support. Ask them to write a confirmation letter back to us."" And so, the prince begun writing a letter.<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>Dear Sir or Ma'am,<br/><br/>As the human race is under constant danger by inferior species, we human nations need to bond together in the event that these species become hostile towards us. To ground peaceful intentions and to minimize human deaths we, the nation of Anihc, propose an alliance between all human nations throughout the world. If you agree to join this alliance, please send a letter of confirmation to Emperor Rorepme of Anihc.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Anihc</span></div></blockquote><br/><br/>The prince woodblock printed 3 of these letters and sent a copy to The Winterborn Tribes, The Imperium of Man, and the Dragon Empire."
15300,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=150,2014-12-28T13:18:00,Russian people of america,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=22940720#p22940720"">wrote</a>:</cite>As Emperor Rorepme was in the meeting with Lord Subahu, Rorepme shouts to his son ""Son! Write a letter to the Winterborn Tribes, The Imperium of Man, and the Dragon Empire. We're making a human alliance and I need their support. Ask them to write a confirmation letter back to us."" And so, the prince begun writing a letter. <br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>Dear Sir or Ma'am,<br/><br/>As the human race is under constant danger by inferior species, we human nations need to bond together in the event that these species become hostile towards us. To ground peaceful intentions and to minimize human deaths we, the nation of Anihc, propose an alliance between all human nations throughout the world. If you agree to join this alliance, please send a letter of confirmation to Emperor Rorepme of Anihc.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Anihc</span></div></blockquote><br/><br/>The prince woodblock printed 3 of these letters and sent a copy to The Winterborn Tribes, The Imperium of Man, and the Dragon Empire.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Before the letter could reach the Dragon Empire, nobunaga had reached the Anhic Empires capitol, nobunaga didn't know what to expect as the locals and his party entered the city, Nobuna and Louise talked, his samurai acted as tough they might be attacked at any minute, the Ninja stayed hidden among the men, and the locals continued to lead them to the leader of the empire. Nobuna looked around with awe at the city, nobunaga knew she wanted to see the world, but she shouldn't let her guard down. The locals stopped in front of a building, nobunaga knew this was where the Anhics leader must be, he took a deep breath, nervous, saru gave him another happy look, ""i wish to have an audience with the Anhic leader"" he said to to the guards."
15301,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=150,2014-12-28T13:30:00,Drunken Pagan Weirdos,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=22940720#p22940720"">wrote</a>:</cite>As Emperor Rorepme was in the meeting with Lord Subahu, Rorepme shouts to his son ""Son! Write a letter to the Winterborn Tribes, The Imperium of Man, and the Dragon Empire. We're making a human alliance and I need their support. Ask them to write a confirmation letter back to us."" And so, the prince begun writing a letter. <br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>Dear Sir or Ma'am,<br/><br/>As the human race is under constant danger by inferior species, we human nations need to bond together in the event that these species become hostile towards us. To ground peaceful intentions and to minimize human deaths we, the nation of Anihc, propose an alliance between all human nations throughout the world. If you agree to join this alliance, please send a letter of confirmation to Emperor Rorepme of Anihc.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Anihc</span></div></blockquote><br/><br/>The prince woodblock printed 3 of these letters and sent a copy to The Winterborn Tribes, The Imperium of Man, and the Dragon Empire.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Subahu furrowed his brows in contemplation. Finally he said, ""Your Majesty, to commit Sasvatanagara to such a binding alliance would perhaps be somewhat...""<br/><br/>He pondered for a moment before continuing, ""Somewhat premature. You understand that I would need to commune with the great Devaraja first, as I haven't the authority to go this far. At the very least I should think that my Empire can agree to some manner of defensive pact against further non-human interference in the glorious East - but I see no reason to be bound into a great pan-human pact of aggression, which is what I fear this might become. Not through you, for yours is a realm of peace, but through the hungry western Romans seeking to retake what is theirs. And I suspect that my Lord Devaraja will agree. If, say, the western kingdoms of men should fall under attack from the elves, or the orcs, or the minotaurs... how would we respond? How<span style=""font-style: italic"">could</span>we respond?"""
15302,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=150,2014-12-28T13:39:00,Glajinard,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Gikerhaf, Glajinard</span><br/><br/>Chancellor Rarnol reviewed the latest communiques from Devruoeh, apparently the kingdom was now at war. This was not something he was happy about, he personally had no desire to risk dwarven lives to restore an Ashryn to his throne.<span style=""font-style: italic"">It's not what my father died for at Arbamthaz</span>, he thought. Nevertheless, that was the High King's concern, not his. What was his concern was the visiting dignitary from Kerorem, King Busem. He wrote up a short letter and had it sent by page to Busem's quarters in the Royal Palace.<br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Letter to Busem""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">King Busem, <br/><br/>I apologize, but it appears that High King Lakrir will not be able to return to Gikerahaf for the foreseeable future, the security of the realm prevents it. As such, I'd like to request that you meet with me, whenever it is convenient for you, to conduct our diplomatic discourse. I look forward to it. I apologize for any wasted time you've spent waiting for the High King. <br/><br/>-Chancellor Rarnol</div></div></div><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Devruoeh, Glajinard</span><br/><br/>High King Lakrir observed the army outside from a high window. It was formed into several large column, in marching order. In just a few hours they would be departing, beginning their march to Brunn, where they would hopefully end this war quickly. Emperor Airdan had approved of his war council's plans, with a minor change to the number of Imperial Guard left at Arbamthaz.<br/><br/>Lakrir walked back to his chambers, where his aides-de-camp were waiting to help him into his armor. He would be riding at the front of the army, along with the Emperor. However, on his way there he was stopped by a page with a message.<br/><br/>""From Arbamthaz, sire."" said the page, handing him the missive.<br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Letter from Dkag""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Your Majesty, <br/><br/>The Ashryn Imperial Guard here have brought their families with them, I assume you were not informed of this, because you have yet to order them moved somewhere else. I write to ask you to make another city available to host the women and children. <br/><br/>Your loyal vassal, <br/>Duke Dkag</div></div></div><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Of course I wasn't informed!</span>thought Lakrir. He quickly drafted a response to the duke.<br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Letter from Lakrir""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Duke, <br/><br/>You are correct I was not informed. Let the Imperial Guard know I will be making all transport we can spare available for them to send their families here to Devruoeh, I'm sure you will do the same.<br/><br/>-Lakrir</div></div></div><hr/><br/><br/>Elsewhere in Devruoeh, a team of dwarven writers had been asked by the High King to draft a broadside to rally support from loyal Kylanthans. These pages would be dropped by griffin-riders across Kylantha, especially over areas with large Venali populations. It was hoped that Kylanthans would rally to the Emperor's cause if they knew he still lived, and was trying to return to them. They thought they had a good draft, but before they took it to the printers they had to get Emperor Airdan's approval, as they would need to attach his signature and imperial seal to all of them. They sent a copy to the Emperor by a page.<br/><br/>The page found the Emperor with his oldest son in one of Devruoeh's many dining halls.<br/><br/>""Your Majesty,"" said the page, ""I have a draft of the broadside we want to drop over Kylantha. The writers would like your final approval. They will need your signature and imperial seal as well. From it they'll be able to create a stamp to use in our presses."" The page handed Airdan the draft.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Broadside Draft""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Arise Kylanthans!</span></span><br/><br/>The tyrant Taero has traitorously driven me, your true Emperor, descended from a line unbroken, from our ancestral kingdom. I am residing in Glajinard, at the gracious invitation of High King Lakrir of the dwarves. The High King and the other dwarves are honorable friends, and have been more loyal than some of my own subjects who have accepted Taero as emperor. With their help I will restore myself to my throne, and depose the pretender. <br/><br/>I request and command that all my subjects refuse to cooperate with the commands of the traitor Taero. All my subjects are released from any obedience, oath, or contract they have with Taero or anyone implementing his orders or will. Furthermore, I encourage all my true and loyal subjects to rebel against Taero at all opportunities. Take up arms, and support your true Emperor!<br/><br/>Finally, in order that the traitor Taero may be overthrown, and for the better safety, peace, and well-being of my empire, I decree the following: <br/>1. All those now held in slavery or bondage to servants or supporters of Taero are free, now and forever. <br/>2. All those now held in slavery or bondage who will take up arms and serve me by rebelling against Taero are free, now and forever.<br/>3. When I am restored to my throne slavery will be abolished in Kylantha, and a new realm will be established as a Venali homeland, to be located between Kylantha and Glajinard.</div></div></div><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Eternal City, Sasvatanagara Empire</span><br/><br/>The fifteen dwarven owners and operators of the Barronsson Bank in Sasvata Nagara had observed the events of the last few days with some apprehension. The God-King of the Sasvatanagarans had apparently risen from his centuries long slumber, which foretold a new age in the country. Who knew what the Devaraja had in mind, especially towards outsiders who inhabited his realm.<br/><br/>The dwarves had arrived and founded the bank some 65 years ago, and had been making a happy living for all that time. They were all members of the Barronsson family, consisting of the patriarch Sidlo, his three sons sons and their wives, and the three adult grandchildren. The latest generation of Barronssons had been born and raised in Sasvata Nagara. All of the Barronsson had come to love their new home, which had a much different beauty than Glajinard. They had come to love the colorfulness of the city, its ancient heritage, and vivid culture. Likewise they liked the people, who they found to be pious, happy, and pleasant.<br/><br/>The Barronssons had made a living by handling money, mostly by providing loans and insurance. Shopkeepers and farmers provided most of their business. They were known for being shrewd financiers, but also willing to work with people in need, especially farmers who all too often had to deal with failed crops. The initial endowment of a hundred pounds of gold they had brought from Glajinard had increased dramatically, and was well supplied with additional gemstones that Sasvatanagara seemed to flow with.<br/><br/>The government had been watching the Barronssons closely over the years, making sure they stayed in line. The Barronssons, to their credit, had worked to always stay within the regulations, but nevertheless bribes were necessary for even the most upright of businesspeople in the city. With the return of the Devaraja, they were uncertain what to expect for the future."
15303,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=150,2014-12-28T14:48:00,New Abrahammia,"Emperor Rorepme invited Nobunaga Oda to join a meeting he was hosting between Rorepme and Lord Subahu. Rorepme said to Nobunaga ""Come in, good sir! Join us for tea. We were discussing the creation of an alliance between all human nations. We need to protect human life from all of the other species as well as agree to peace between human nations. If we can gather the Dragon Empire's support along with that of the the Winterhold Tribes, and The Sasvatanagara Empire, humanity shall be defended against the other species. Now, Nobunaga Oda, do we have the Dragon Empire's support?"""
15304,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=150,2014-12-28T15:03:00,New Abrahammia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Drunken Pagan Weirdos <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=22941085#p22941085"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=22940720#p22940720"">wrote</a>:</cite>As Emperor Rorepme was in the meeting with Lord Subahu, Rorepme shouts to his son ""Son! Write a letter to the Winterborn Tribes, The Imperium of Man, and the Dragon Empire. We're making a human alliance and I need their support. Ask them to write a confirmation letter back to us."" And so, the prince begun writing a letter. <br/><br/><br/><br/>The prince woodblock printed 3 of these letters and sent a copy to The Winterborn Tribes, The Imperium of Man, and the Dragon Empire.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Subahu furrowed his brows in contemplation. Finally he said, ""Your Majesty, to commit Sasvatanagara to such a binding alliance would perhaps be somewhat...""<br/><br/>He pondered for a moment before continuing, ""Somewhat premature. You understand that I would need to commune with the great Devaraja first, as I haven't the authority to go this far. At the very least I should think that my Empire can agree to some manner of defensive pact against further non-human interference in the glorious East - but I see no reason to be bound into a great pan-human pact of aggression, which is what I fear this might become. Not through you, for yours is a realm of peace, but through the hungry western Romans seeking to retake what is theirs. And I suspect that my Lord Devaraja will agree. If, say, the western kingdoms of men should fall under attack from the elves, or the orcs, or the minotaurs... how would we respond? How <span style=""font-style: italic"">could</span> we respond?""</div></blockquote><br/>""Aggression will be largely unnecessary, as they shall not attack any part of such a powerful union. Anihc shall not be the aggressors in any conflict, and if we are, the rest of the alliance is not obligated to join the war. The current situation that is being dealt with is the minotaur threat from the north. If this military pact is agreed upon, a surrender on the minotaur's part shall be very soon, perhaps without the need of more fighting. Just the knowledge of your empire taking the side of Anihc is all the minotaurs need to know they cannot win. In the unlikely event that they do not surrender after hearing of your presence, the minotaurs can still easily be crushed by our alliance's superior number of soldiers. Please remember that agreeing to this pact also protects your nation from non-human hostile fighting forces."""
15305,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=150,2014-12-28T15:56:00,Jamjai,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=22932311#p22932311"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>If we are to meet eachother, it shall not be in the White Hoofs lands, as that land is too dangerous for me to enter. It shall be hosted in Anihc, as I do not risk ambush there.</div></blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div> King Moffi won't be unavailable for this meeting. Instead I will be bound to Anihc as his replacement. I request a safe passage between Assasa and Anihc's Palace and I will be bringing four guards with me and plus our entertainment crew. I'm expecting a one-on-one conversation with the leader of Anihc. <br/><br/>Signed<br/>Assasa Diplomat<br/>Twohorns Weaver<br/></div></blockquote>"
15306,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=150,2014-12-28T17:08:00,New Abrahammia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Jamjai <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=22942551#p22942551"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=22932311#p22932311"">wrote</a>:</cite></div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div> King Moffi won't be unavailable for this meeting. Instead I will be bound to Anihc as his replacement. I request a safe passage between Assasa and Anihc's Palace and I will be bringing four guards with me and plus our entertainment crew. I'm expecting a one-on-one conversation with the leader of Anihc. <br/><br/>Signed<br/>Assasa Diplomat<br/>Twohorns Weaver<br/></div></blockquote></div></blockquote><br/>It is agreed that the ambassador of Assasa shall meet the great honorable Emperor Rorepme. Tomorrow at noon, we shall meet and discuss a peace treaty at the Royal Palace. Bring a gift."
15307,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=150,2014-12-28T18:44:00,Drunken Pagan Weirdos,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=22941997#p22941997"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Aggression will be largely unnecessary, as they shall not attack any part of such a powerful union. Anihc shall not be the aggressors in any conflict, and if we are, the rest of the alliance is not obligated to join the war. The current situation that is being dealt with is the minotaur threat from the north. If this military pact is agreed upon, a surrender on the minotaur's part shall be very soon, perhaps without the need of more fighting. Just the knowledge of your empire taking the side of Anihc is all the minotaurs need to know they cannot win. In the unlikely event that they do not surrender after hearing of your presence, the minotaurs can still easily be crushed by our alliance's superior number of soldiers. Please remember that agreeing to this pact also protects your nation from non-human hostile fighting forces.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Lord Subahu frowned at that; he was wary of promising any concrete aid to Anihc, with or without authorization. Like many elder Rakshasa he preferred stability and stagnation to change, all the better to maintain his own affairs on his own lands without the upsets of military ventures and the taxation that inevitably sprung from it. He had ruled over his personal domains for hundreds of years without the interruptions of war - why should he wish to change that now? But he would cast a spell of Sending and speak with the Devaraja first – better to receive official approval before speaking further about Emperor Rorepme’s proposal. “I fear,” said he, stroking his bushy moustache, “that I must commune with the Great Devaraja before I speak further, and thus must return to my quarters for the moment. But before I take my leave, I wonder how the esteemed representative of the Dragon Empire feels about the proposed alliance…?”<br/><br/>With that he, too, turned his attention to the ambassador, Nobunaga Oda, and awaited a response."
15308,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=150,2014-12-29T05:59:00,Renetopia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Glajinard <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=22941173#p22941173"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Gikerhaf, Glajinard</span><br/><br/>Chancellor Rarnol reviewed the latest communiques from Devruoeh, apparently the kingdom was now at war. This was not something he was happy about, he personally had no desire to risk dwarven lives to restore an Ashryn to his throne. <span style=""font-style: italic"">It's not what my father died for at Arbamthaz</span>, he thought. Nevertheless, that was the High King's concern, not his. What was his concern was the visiting dignitary from Kerorem, King Busem. He wrote up a short letter and had it sent by page to Busem's quarters in the Royal Palace. <br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Letter to Busem""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">King Busem, <br/><br/>I apologize, but it appears that High King Lakrir will not be able to return to Gikerahaf for the foreseeable future, the security of the realm prevents it. As such, I'd like to request that you meet with me, whenever it is convenient for you, to conduct our diplomatic discourse. I look forward to it. I apologize for any wasted time you've spent waiting for the High King. <br/><br/>-Chancellor Rarnol</div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/>Busem the Brave read the letter and sighed. ""What a shame indeed. But, this Chancellor fellow seems like a wise Dwarf. Trade talks with him could also go well. Plus, I'm in no rush.""<br/><br/>He told the other dignitaries in the Palace that he will proceed in negotiating with Chancellor Rarnol.<br/><hr/><br/>Meanwhile, in the city of Kerboms in the Dwarvenlands, the High Council met again after a very short time. They were here to discuss a new important matter. The borders between the Dwarvenlands and the Imperium of Man have been opened after a long time closed off by the Bulwark wall. The Dwarves have known about the Imperium that resides south of them, but have never really been in contact with them due to the Humans seeing other races as inferior. Still, the Dwarves of Kerorem were always a friendly people, seeing opportunities to trade their gemstones and metals with anyone.<br/><br/>But the High Council was divided in the matter. On one hand, these men were the descendants of the mighty Rome and could become excellent allies, or at least trade partners. On the other hand, their history of ethnic cleansing and isolation weren't so popular with the Dwarves.<br/><br/>Finally, a solution was decided by king Arrek the Wise. They will wait for the Imperium to make the first move. The last thing the Dwarves want is a war."
15309,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=150,2014-12-29T07:17:00,Russian people of america,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=22941837#p22941837"">wrote</a>:</cite>Emperor Rorepme invited Nobunaga Oda to join a meeting he was hosting between Rorepme and Lord Subahu. Rorepme said to Nobunaga ""Come in, good sir! Join us for tea. We were discussing the creation of an alliance between all human nations. We need to protect human life from all of the other species as well as agree to peace between human nations. If we can gather the Dragon Empire's support along with that of the the Winterhold Tribes, and The Sasvatanagara Empire, humanity shall be defended against the other species. Now, Nobunaga Oda, do we have the Dragon Empire's support?""</div></blockquote><br/>Nobunaga listened quietly, Saru at his side to translate. Louise and Nobuna stayed back, out of the way. He thought, a military pact? His people were built for war, but would the rest of the Oda family understand if he accepted. He wasn't sure, if an Oda family member thought badly of the pact it could lead to rebellion. On the other hand however, this would be a good chance to improve relations with the outside world, and besides, the Dragon Empire itself was a fortress between the huge mountains and many large castles on the island. He finally made a decision, he would accept the pact, but the gods and demons within the Dragon Empire would still fight along with the humans. ""I Accept your offer"" he said simply."
15310,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=150,2014-12-29T10:51:00,Glajinard,"<blockquote><div><cite>Renetopia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=22948676#p22948676"">wrote</a>:</cite>Busem the Brave read the letter and sighed. ""What a shame indeed. But, this Chancellor fellow seems like a wise Dwarf. Trade talks with him could also go well. Plus, I'm in no rush.""<br/><br/>He told the other dignitaries in the Palace that he will proceed in negotiating with Chancellor Rarnol.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Gikerahaf, Glajinard</span><br/><br/>Later that day Busem was shown into Chancellor Rarnol's office once again. Rarnol stood to give a slight bow to Busem as he walked in. He offered him a seat at a small table, Rarnol sat across from him.<br/><br/>""King Busem, I apologize again for you wait, which has turned out to be in vain."" He looked worried for a moment, ""Unfortunately it appears we face an imminent invasion from our neighbors the Ashryn, and the High King must be there to lead the troops. You needn't worry, however, we will be able to hold them at the border city of Arbamthaz. Gikerahaf is in no danger."""
15311,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=150,2014-12-29T11:53:00,The Greater Maltan Empire,"<img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i58.tinypic.com/29muq2f.jpg""/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #BF0000"">Sun Gate, Imperium Controlled Alps/Bullwark</span></span></span></span><br/><br/>Outside of the Sun-Gate a large host had been assembled, numbering some twenty-five thousand Imperium soldiers. All holding with them great shield of Iron holding the Imperium Crest, sharpened steel swords and axes holding at their sides. Thick and sturdy Iron armor surrounding the men of the Imperium. Standing in rank before the massive Sun Gate the men waited, unmoving as a figure approached from the Sun-Gate standing just before the massive group assembled. As he approached them they all raised their swords and shield, smashing them against one another in rhythm which continues for several moments before the Commander raises his hand to call for silence.<br/><br/>""Men, you are the first Imperium soldiers to be outside of these gates in nearly a century. I know you're frightened who knows what we will face out there. But, let me tell you this we are men of the Imperium we've fought for -EVERYTHING- we have with our own blood and iron. Once the Great Empire fell to the 'unclean' we where pushed toward extinction but then the God-Emperor came and saved us from that fate. The God-Emperor who has put his trust in each and every one of you! We are the Imperial Vanguard! FOR THE IMPERIUM!""<br/><br/>As the Commander Screams for the Imperium the men once more began to bang their shields and swords, their voices screaming in response to his. After several minutes, the large force leaves the Sun Gate heading into the alps not to directly assault anyone instead it seems this is indeed a massive scouting mission. Several squads break away from this larger force, acting as forward scouts.<br/><br/>As the large force marched, the red banners of the Imperium where raised massive drums being beaten as they marched by massive men. The thrumming of the drums told of their arrival into the Alps. The scouts, just out of reach of the sound of the thrumming drums. Several of the men begin to ding what could be acquainted to a drinking song, the Commander seemed to join in on the merry group as they marched.<br/><br/><span style=""color: #FF0000""><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Let it now be taught<br/>If a man is as he ought<br/>Alleluia!<br/>The beer will sing:<br/>Res miranda!<br/>Wonderful thing!<br/><br/>Drink, if there’s beer in your jar -<br/>It’s far to the sun from the stars*<br/>Drink it well, drink it deep.<br/>Out of the barrel flows the beer<br/>Semper clara<br/>Always clear<br/><br/>Drink your beer deep, drink it well<br/>I’ll drink my own in parallel<br/>But take great care<br/>Don’t leave your beer near the fire-rail<br/>Fit corrupta<br/>For it will stale<br/><br/>If the rich throw a riotous party<br/>Let us too then be noisy and hearty:<br/>To your good health!<br/>Bless the good neighbour with rations to eat<br/>Carne sumpta<br/>Take up the meat!<br/><br/>As for the innkeeper, sweet madonna<br/>Who treats all her guests with regal honour<br/>Naught strike her blind<br/>Good drink and food most generously<br/>Hec predicta;<br/>More worthy than women before her is she<br/><br/>Now let us drink to the queen<br/>In pints and quarts, so we won’t be called mean.<br/>Our cask won’t run dry,<br/>All through the night it’s full of good mirth<br/>And giving Birth...""</span></span><br/><br/>The songs continued as they marched, every one more gaudy then the last.<br/><br/>However, it seems this is not the only large force exiting from the gates along the Bulwark merely the first. Another Twenty-Five thousand can be seen leaving from the Western Moon Gate and the Eastern Gate of Mars to find whatever forces are on the other side of the Bullwark.<br/><br/>OOC:<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">This is a massive scouting operation as it has been nearly a hundred years since they've left their borders the Imperium has to look at what has become of the rest of the world. (So we're heading North into the Alps, West into France, and East. I look forward to the reactions from the nations in these areas and how they will respond. <img alt="":D"" src=""./images/smilies/icon_mrgreen.gif"" title=""Mr. Green""/></div></div></div>"
15312,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=150,2014-12-29T12:50:00,Arkotania,"<span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Qudar, Capital of the Qabalat</span></span><br/><br/>The sound of horses filled the street, along with shouts laced with profanity passed between the horsemen and the peasants in their way. Soldiers in elaborate robes and golden ceremonial armor marched alongside the horses, holding their decorated spears skyward. They were on one of the main roads to the central structure of the city. It was a massive building, perfectly circular in shape with a large open courtyard in the center. There were 8 distinctive corner towers that jut out, each with a different banner representing each tribe flying from their peaks. This was the center of government for the confederacy of tribes, known as<span style=""font-style: italic"">Al-Abraj</span>(the towers).<br/><br/>One of the gates of<span style=""font-style: italic"">Al-Abraj</span>could be seen opening as the group approached.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Al-Abraj</span>had 4 massive gates, for each cardinal direction, and these gates were heavily guarded. As soon as the gate had opened, heavily armored soldiers filed out to keep overly curious peasants away. Following them was an unusually tall man, dressed in an exquisite robe, holding an elegant staff. The man was a Jinnari oracle, one of the eight oracles that assisted the shaman of the lands. Oracles were also the spiritual representatives and advisors for the eight tribes.<br/><br/>""Greetings Marshal Ursam, I hope your trip was uneventful?"" The oracle greeted the leader of the group with a raise of his hands. The leader unwrapped the cloth that had been covering his face, revealing the ebony pale skin. A large scar ran across his face, from above his right eyebrow diagonally across to his left cheek. He climbed off his horse and approached the oracle, who stood only slightly taller than him. The two stood a foot from one another, then suddenly hugged.<br/>""It's good to see you again brother. My trip was indeed uneventful. I'm filled with wonder and warmth when I enter this great city!"" Marshal Ursam spoke with excitement. His brother smiled and with his arms around his shoulder, led him into Al-Abraj. The rest of the group followed them in.<br/><br/>It was the annual meeting of the tribes. This was not only a political gathering, but also a festival period for the locals of the capital. Hundreds flocked to the city for the celebration, touting goods from their tribe or clan, or even offering other more scrupulous services. The feast was also considered a suitable time to entice the arrival of foreigners to the relatively new nation."
15313,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=175,2014-12-29T13:54:00,New Abrahammia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Russian people of america <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=22949271#p22949271"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=22941837#p22941837"">wrote</a>:</cite>Emperor Rorepme invited Nobunaga Oda to join a meeting he was hosting between Rorepme and Lord Subahu. Rorepme said to Nobunaga ""Come in, good sir! Join us for tea. We were discussing the creation of an alliance between all human nations. We need to protect human life from all of the other species as well as agree to peace between human nations. If we can gather the Dragon Empire's support along with that of the the Winterhold Tribes, and The Sasvatanagara Empire, humanity shall be defended against the other species. Now, Nobunaga Oda, do we have the Dragon Empire's support?""</div></blockquote><br/>Nobunaga listened quietly, Saru at his side to translate. Louise and Nobuna stayed back, out of the way. He thought, a military pact? His people were built for war, but would the rest of the Oda family understand if he accepted. He wasn't sure, if an Oda family member thought badly of the pact it could lead to rebellion. On the other hand however, this would be a good chance to improve relations with the outside world, and besides, the Dragon Empire itself was a fortress between the huge mountains and many large castles on the island. He finally made a decision, he would accept the pact, but the gods and demons within the Dragon Empire would still fight along with the humans. ""I Accept your offer"" he said simply.</div></blockquote><br/>Emperor Rorepme shakes the hand of Nobunaga Oda. ""Thank you, sir. You will not regret this."" Emperor Rorepme then slides a sheet of paper to Nobunaga Oda. ""Sign here, please, to confirm your involvement in the alliance. Now, Lord Subahu, can I count on your support? I will remind you that a unified eastern alliance will protect all of us from the, other species. Do not squander this opportunity."" Emperor Rorepme wore a poker face, but felt very confident in the future safety of Anihc. Emperor Rorepme sipped his tea, then whispered ""Humanity must be preserved."" Rorepme begun thinking about if he would ever actually need their military assistance, as no one would dare to attack an alliance as powerful as theirs."
15314,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=175,2014-12-29T15:22:00,Glajinard,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Qudar, Capital of the Qabalat</span><br/><br/>Sanimsson Brothers Bank was one of the few foreign institutions in Qabalat. It was a modest sandstone structure, showing a mix of local and dwarven architecture, with extensive subterranean vaults. It had been founded only five years ago, by the six relatively young Sanimsson brothers. The brothers were Loro, Eore, Iebi, Fodre, Ktah, Bret. The eldest of them, Loro, was the primary owner of the institution, and he was the one who had put the most into the banks initial endowment.<br/><br/>Currently the city of Qudar was experiencing the annual meeting of the leadership of the eight tribes, gathering in the Al-Abraj, a great fortress in the city. The brothers had experienced five of these annual meetings, however the primary interest of the brothers was the accompanying festival. Through most of the year they were in the business of providing loans and insurance to farmers and shopkeepers, as well as the great caravans that connected the West and East. However, during the festival all traffic picked up, all new temporary shopkeepers and caravans travelled into the city, and needed the money-lending services of the bank.<br/><br/>As the morning rush was beginning, Eore opened the front doors of the bank. The sights, sounds, and smells of the exotic city floated into the lobby."
15315,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=175,2014-12-29T15:38:00,Former Soviet Socialists,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Summary:</span><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">1-</span> Emissary and trade caravan sent to The Hordes of Khaarn. The Abel Imaginarium, you have a message. <br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">2-</span> Emissary sent to Kingdom of Faelona. Nuridia you have a message too.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">3-</span> The hardships and trials experienced by my emissaries getting to these lands.</div></div></div><br/><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://oi58.tinypic.com/2uiemw5.jpg""/></div><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Mountains of Sankinlari<br/>The Sunefe Port of Malynca in The Great Sea </span></div><br/><br/>Ressal, Cheif Trader of the Ancient Village, anointed by High Emissary Tiluro himself, was to lead the trade caravan deep within the land of The Great Blood Huntress. For now though, he was preparing the caravan within the Port of Malynca, gathering men and supplies. This port, controlled by the Sunefe, is a port of significant size, located by the Malynca Straights opposite of the Island. The Sunefes had used this port many times for leading trade caravans onto The Island. While the Sunefes do not like the Orks, they would not pass the opportunity to trade with them. The population of Malynca is sizable, and the city well defended. It is located in the territory of the Adalun tribe, who have chose to promote Masiyi The merchant, a Sunefe, as the Decarch of their tribe. Because it is a Sunefe village, the Sunefe have control over it, not the Sankinlari. Its architecture is in the classic style of most Sunefe villages. It is built on a island in the middle of a small inlet. One bridge leads in and out of the island village. There is a tall point, the acropolis, which all sunefe villages have, and a tower rests in the center of this point. This village, as does many others, have Kaleliqens that sits atop the tower in marble. Being the center point, the acropolis is the life of the village. It is where the village's administers administer the village, it is also the point in which the defenders go once the village walls have been breached.<br/><br/>The whole village was at the Docks for the spectacle. Because of the trade caravan, the Docks were crowded. Ressal had bought many ships and stationed them in the docks. Kaleliqens were at the head of them ready to pull the ferries to the other side of the straight to Cillima. There were many men of the military standing guard and on the ships. The Sunefe traders inspected the slaves before counting them and loading them into ferries. The state of the slaves was fair, a decent amount, in decent health, numbering in the hundreds. Some were sold off right there in the Port to Sunefe richmen. In the evening, Ressal began ferrying his caravan to the other side. Dozens of ships, loaded with slaves, guardsmen, and yatans crossed the straights under the supervision of the Cheif Trader and his confidants. Ressal, the Sunefe was quite the skilled trader, which is why he was promoted to the position of Cheif Trader in the first place. He has done this many times before, both in managing his father's caravans, and managing those of the Ancient Village. Sometime after midnight, under the hand of Ressal, all of the caravan had been transported to the other side safely.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Western Settlements on The Island</span><br/><br/>After safely crossing the Malynca Straights the caravan came to the small Sunefe port of Cillima. It has not grown very much over the decades, for the Sunefe would rather not live by the Orks. Here Ressal rested his caravan, preparing for the next leg of the journey. The land is not foreign to the Sunefes. Like the village of Cillima, there are some Sunefe settlements on the eastern corner of the island. The people in these small settlements would be the last friendly faces they would see before being surrounded by the dreaded Orks. From here on, the caravan would have to travel by foot up the island. The Guard was told to be on close inspection for the Orks are beasts. Any chance to slaughter foreigners, they would do so. The guard was led by a Sankinlari of the Tarnlin tribe called, Selas. He was chosen by Ressal himself. Selas Tarnlin has escorted many caravans both between the tribes and within foreign land. There are many like him in the land, Ressal could just as easily chose another Captain of the Guard. This is not to take away from Selas, he is quite skilled, and he has many recommendations and much experience on his record. Being the experienced guardsman that he is, Selas began to look over his men and slaves throughout the night after the crossing, making sure all is up to standard. Under his command are a mix of Sankinlari and Sunefe guardsmen as well as the Golem. He is a strict captain, his small detachment camped just outside the village, and refused his men from going into the village, fearing it would interfere with their duties. He was strict for a purpose, For Sankinlari of position like Selas do not only represent themselves, but their tribe as well.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The March Within The Territory of The Great Blood Huntress</span><br/><br/>Dawn Broke. Whips cracked. Slaves Wailed. The march had begun. The caravan under the direction of Chief Trader Ressal finally entered the land of the Great Blood Huntress. It was a dark and dreary land. The land was barren and pale, the trees bare as well. It would seem that nothing profitable could ever come from this place. Very little wildlife was seen. There were some vultures circling above, following the caravan for much of the time. They were probably waiting till some raiders attacked us and left our corpses on the side of the road. Hopefully, these predators will not feast upon our carcasses in the coming days. Selas led the caravan at the very front with a few dozen Guardsmen. Behind him were Ressal and his advisers, followed by the slaves. The slaves were hand tied together by rope and led in two lines. Guardsmen sporadically flanked them on each side. And finally at the rear, followed more of Selas Guards. The caravan marched Dawn till Dusk, taking breaks every few hours. There was precious cargo to be delivered, and Selas was careful of not to fail his mission, as it would lead to embarrassment and ridicule within his tribe.<br/><br/>On the second day, the caravan had broke camp and resumed the journey to the Ork encampment on The Island. Still looming over them like a bad omen, were the vultures, whom had still been following the caravan. There were even more of them on the first day in this land. Masses of them. The trees painted black with them, the cliffs brimmed with them, they hovered over us, mocking us, making the day seem night, some even rested atop the trade wagons. It was as if they could foresee the rotting corpses before any other. If one were to believe in Omen, then this would certainly be a valid situation. Selas, the Captain Guardsman, was not taking any chances. Omen or no omen, he switched formation of his Guard. He advised Ressal and his advisers to retreat into the wagons. He bulked the Guard at the front and the rear. In the distance could be heard rumbling, as if the land was ready to open up and swallow them. Selas stopped the caravan, the slaves were huddled and some Golem were to stand Guard over them like stone walls. The rumbling soon shewn black beasts in the distance.<br/><br/>As the vultures have foreseen, carcases would litter the land. About four dozen Orks would descended upon Selas and his Guard. Selas deployed a double line formation facing the direction in which the enemy came, protecting the caravan. The first line made up of Golem, this is what the Sankinlari call, The Stone wall. The Ork would Crash into an enemy of clay and rock. Behind that stone wall stood Sankinlari and Sunefe guardsmen. The caravan had brought about two dozen Yatans, that had been serving as carriers. Selas had the Sankinlari detach them from the wagons, and mounted for battle. They would be the hammer, waiting in the wings to strike the anvil. The Ork drew closer and closer until eventually, they smashed into the stone wall. Some Golem were smashed into dust, spewing earth into the air. The blood of the Ork spilled over the defenders. Dust and blood formed into one, washing over the faces of the defenders, anointing them. The air was heavy with earth from the destroyed Golem, covering the air with a thin shroud. Captain Selas could still be seen and heard. He was in the center of the second line, encouraging his men and fighting by their side. The Guardsmen used the stone wall as they're supposed to be used. They used the reach of their spears and slaughtered those fighting the golem. Those that penetrated the stone wall, were slaughtered with short swords by the second line. The Yatan riders circled the enemy and slew those on the flanks and those trying to flee. These Ork raiders, were simply that, common miscreant that have zero experienced in fighting disciplined men. The dust settled and the land was stricken with death. Selas gathered his dead, and quickly got the caravan moving. For where there are few Orks there are many Orks.<br/><br/>Selas and Ressal stopped the caravan for camp late in the evening. They camped near a small cliff that had an opening. Selas went to count the number of his Gaurd dead. Five guardsmen succumbed in the skirmish, while nine Golem had been crushed into earth. Selas had dinner with Ressal to discuss the events earlier that day. ""Foul Beasts!"", proclaimed Selas. ""Four guardsman perished in the battle today. These were simply raiders, who sought opportunity."" Selas began to dip his sweet bread into the basi sauce. ""Raiders or not, they caused us great hardship."" Ressal so sternly put it. ""I'm glad you are ok, as well as many more of our guardsmen. Thanks to your leadership we are saved."" They sat in silence for a moment, eating. The meal was the traditional meal the tribes from the mountains ate while on campaign, sweet bread, dried berries, yatan meat and roots. The Sunefe had something similar but more fish and roots of plants of the sea. ""Ressal, I'd like some time to camp here and enchant more Golems. The rock of this cliff should make nice material."" said Selas. ""That would be appropriate."" agreed Resal. ""I don't want to run into raiders again with decreased manpower. I'll send the mage to enchant the Golem your men carve."" Again the men paused in speech, and resumed eating. ""Tell me about the slaves, were they hurt in the skirmish?"" Asked Ressal. ""I have inspected the slaves and I finished with my Guard. Ten slaves expired as well as three of the Golem guarding the slaves. Some Orks must have gone around there to attack them in the chaos. I brought the expired slaves back here with us, if some Orks had gone to that place they would see human bodies and be thrown in a frenzy. They would come looking for a fight. Right now they're probably thinking the Orks slaughtered each other, since that is what they do all the time. We have have our dead Guardsmen and those Human buried back in the Western Settlements during our return trip."" With all being said the men enjoyed their meals in silence. When finished, they bid farewells and left for slumber.<br/><br/>That same night, a slave named Vorinius had managed to loosen his bonds somehow. He and his followers destroyed three Golems that were standing Gaurd. Their destruction was not easy, ten of Vorinius' follows has been slain. The three guardsmen who were in the cave with the Golem saw what was happening and quickly ran to Selas. It was maybe four hours after Selas had had dinner with Ressal, that he was woken from his slumber to his panicking subordinates. ""My Captain! The Slaves are trying to escape!"" said a wide eyed guardsmen. Selas jumped to his feet. ""What?!"" replied a half-awake Selas. ""A slave named Vorinius, who is known as a troublemaker has freed himself and his followers, now they attack us!"" explained the guardsman. Selas rushed outside and blew the Horn of Assembly. Men came running from all directions to his call. Some were stumbling out of their tents, some were returning from watchposts some distance away. Vorinius who had realized that sound, quickly tried to leave the cave with his escaped followers. He had barely manage to free thirty slaves, when he heard the horn. There was also the problem of the slaves not being armed with anything. Vorinius and his followers scurried out of the cave like rats. But Selas and his men were already upon the cave. Seeing the danger in front of them, Vorinius' men scattered, trying to flee back in the cave, hiding among the other slaves. Selas quickly found them out and slaughtered them. In the morning the troublemakers who did survive were made an example of. Selas had the remaining followers of Vorinius' beheaded. This was made for all the slaves to see. It was a shame though that Vorinius' head could not roll, for he was slain during the uprising.<br/><br/>After the delay from the Ork raiders and the setback of the uprising, the caravan had finally made it to the main Ork encampment on The Island. They had spent three days in that cliff enchanting new Golems. Ressal and his advisers as well as the cargo had been safely transported. It was a successful mission so far. Now that they are by the camp they needed to talk to the big Ork in charge and get this message to the Blood Huntress. The main encampment wooded walls were closed, so the caravan made it to what looked like a very crude market outside the walls. Orks as well as a tiny population of Sunefes, Humans, and Faery were in the market trading various items. This was a meeting point for four nations, so it would make sense that you see these different people here. Ressal began asking around for the Great Blood Huntress, to every Ork he could see. He knew this would provoke them and eventually someone in charge would come looking for him. And so someone did.<br/><br/>Word must have reached inside that someone in the market was asking of the Great Blood Huntress. The wooded gates opened and some frightening orks entered the marketplace looking for someone. Ressal approached them and introduced himself, ""I am Ressal, Cheif Trader of the Mountains of Sankinlari, I come bearing a message for the Great Blood huntress."" The Orks did not respond to his query, but instead grunted and sneered at him. ""Will someone take me to the Great Blood Huntress!"" An Ork in the mob finally responded, ""Not possible. Great Blood Huntress in war."" Danger loomed as more and more Orks crowded the market. ""Yes, I heard."" replied Ressal. An even bigger Ork approached them, making the earth tremble with every step, towering over them, weapon in hand. ""Do you want to die?! Why do you speak the Great Blood Huntress name, human?!"" roared the Ork who approached them. ""I am Ressal, Cheif Trader of the Mountains of Sankinlari. I bear a message. Could you send a messenger to deliver this document to the Great Blood Huntress on the frontlines. It is an important message from her ally. She has been waiting for it for some time."" The Ork began to scowl and grunt at Ressal. Ressal was bluffing, he needed to, he was in Ork territory. He needed to pretend as if he was an important friend of the Great Blood Huntress so no harm could come to the caravan. After a slight pause, the unsightly Ork took the scroll and left, grunting all the way. The caravan spent the rest of the time in that place for the selling of that cargo. Once everything was sold, the caravan left back to Callima.<br/><br/><br/>Inscribed within the scroll lay a message,<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div style=""margin-left:75px; margin-right:75px; margin-bottom:5px; margin-top:5px"">Great Blood Huntress,<br/><br/>I am Tiluro, the Sunefe, High Emissary from the Mountains of Sankinlari. Please, first allow me to ask forgiveness for my intrusion of your time. I know your a very busy person as of late. I have heard news that your great army has gone to battle with the Faery. The reason I am writing to you, was to ask your permission for my people to enter your land as mercenaries under your employment. The payment would be whatever The Great Huntress deems appropriate. My people really have no malice towards your people. We just would like the opportunity to share in battle and spoil. This is not to say the tribes of my land will be supporting you officially, no, this is not the case. My superiors would like to remain neutral in this conflict. These mercenaries have no part in the official government in the Ancient Village. They are simply warriors whom blades have dulled due to lack of conflict in the areas surrounding these mountains. We ask so that when these mercenaries enter your land, you do not accuse us of invading you, for this would not be the case. Some mercenaries from our land have already tried to enter your land but we stopped them. Great Blood Huntress, the Ancient Village would like a response to the matter. Your response can be delivered to the village of Callima on the eastern side of The Island. May your armies triumph against the Faery folk and the Great Blood Huntress name be feared and spoken of throughout the land.<br/><br/>Signed,<br/>Tilruo High Emissary</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Faery Lands</span><br/><br/>Emissary Malus had finally reached the Faery lands. It was his first time on a mission into these lands. He had been appointed to deliver a message to the Queen of the Fae. Malus was a Sankinlari, who had a position of emissary. It was unusual since the Sankinlari prefer to be on the battlefield. Tiluro must think the man is of worth, since he does not send those out to foreign lands who aren't. Accompanying him on this mission were two Golems, a guardsman named Bale, his assistant, Yares, and his pet rock imp. He had been traveling with this group for two weeks on Yatans to get to his predestined location, a forest that our emissaries know is populated by the Fae. Tiluro, whom had been to these lands many times, had given him specific directions on how to get in contact with the Faery. There are certain forests and fields where you see them more often than not. The domain of the Fae is a vast one. Their land is wide and open, with many forests. The emissaries of our land never had trouble with traveling up to the Faery Lands for talks. They are not like the Orks. Their land is not inhospitable and their people are not monsters. Because it is so, compared to Ressal's security, there isn't much, even still if Ressal weren't transporting cargo. The only reason Malus has the small security detail is for the bandits in our own land.<br/><br/>As Malus approached the forest he could see the Faery flying around, playing amongst themselves. Malus spoke to them. They stopped and looked at him, but descended deeper into the forest, as the Faery are bashful of other races. Malus led his group deeper in the forests to try to speak with the Faery. As he descended deeper it felt as if he entered another world. They sky grew dark as the went in. Very faint singing could be heard in the distance. As abruptly as the singing started, it ended. There weren't any faeries or trees in view now as everything was dark. A great ball of light appeared in front of them in the darkness. ""Speak!"" It said. ""I am Emissary Malus of the Mountains of Sankinlari."" replied a frightened Malus. ""State your purpose for entering our wood!"" demanded the light. ""I bear a message for the High Queen of the Fae! Please it is urgent you deliver this message to her!"" said Malus. He reached into his sac and grabbed the letter entrusted to him. He held it in front of him offering it the to blinding light. In a blinding flash, the group was returned outside the forest. The night had returned to day, or maybe inside that place it is always night. As the group looked inside the forest they could see the Faery flying wildy, playing again. Malus checked in his sac to see if he still had the message, he did not. ""I guess the mission was successful. The letter is no longer in my possession. Let us go back home and wait for the High Queen's response.""<br/><br/><br/>The message inscribed within the scroll,<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div style=""margin-left:75px; margin-right:75px; margin-bottom:5px; margin-top:5px"">Great High Queen of the Fae,<br/><br/>High Queen, allow me to introduce myself. I am Tiluro, the Sunefe, High Emissary of the Mountains of Sankinlari. A thousand pardons for interrupting you in this great time of turmoil. I am well aware you are dealing with Ork incursions in your domain. Those incursions are the main reason I am sending you this letter. There are mercenaries in my land, seeking battle and spoil. If Her Majesty wishes, please allow these mercenaries to enter your domain under your employment. This matter is of utmost importance. Recently, we stopped mercenaries from entering your land to take part in this war. Had we not stopped stopped them, we feared this would lead to misunderstanding amongst our lands. We feared these mercenaries would be seen as part of our government and we were invading you personally. I assure you, High Queen, we have no such motive. The mercenaries who wish to enter your land wish to serve under you. They are not aligned with the Sankinlari government in any way. My superiors do not wish to take part in this war between the Orks and your kingdom. Please make your position on this matter known to us. The risk in miscommunication is great. We await your message in the Port of Malynca.<br/><br/>Signed,<br/>Tilruo High Emissary</div></blockquote>"
15316,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=175,2014-12-29T17:06:00,The GAmeTopians,"Salneron eventually came upon a tall gate, which creaked open as he approached. He strode down the pathway, standing before an amazing tower.<br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://img1.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20130806145100/rsroleplay/images/4/4c/Wizard_Tower.png""/><br/>He opened the door and stepped inside, followed closely by Stronatio. The Mage Tower of Quicasia Island was the hub of all magic in the Creed, and the location of the main administration on Quicasia. They hurried up to the top floor, passing robed figures of all sorts. The stairs opened up to a long table, where individuals in purple robes sat in focused discussion.<br/>""Ah, my Lord Salneron!"" the man at the head of the table stood and bowed, rising to speak again.<br/>""We have just been discussing possible ways to maximize our opportunities with these new possibilities of war springing up. We have decided that a good way to gain business partners would be to host a ball on Isla Daltara. Shall we send invitation to all countries?""<br/>""Of course! Good work, everyone.""<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">TO: Leader(s) and Royalty, All Countries<br/>FROM: The Creed<br/>Good day,<br/>We hereby invite any and all recipients of this letter to a ball and feast at Castle Delera on Isla Daltara. The feast will begin at 5 hours from high noon 1 month from this day, and the ball will follow once the feast has been finished.<br/>Sincerely,<br/>The Creed</blockquote>"
15317,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=175,2014-12-29T18:47:00,Liberated Counties,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Olmerias</span></span><br/><br/>The throne room was empty save for Larain, who sat upon his marble throne reading a piece of parchment in one hand whilst picking from a bowl of wild berries with the other. His eyes darted across the High Elven scripture which was a slight struggle for him to read, since he was used to the tongue of his race, a bastard form of High Elvish. Nonetheless the two languages where mutually intelligible. He placed the parchment down and his gaze drifted to the sunset.<br/><br/>He sat back to ponder the letter.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">It has been centuries since the Elves of the world last met, and i am truly concerned as too why, it is extremely unusual of the high elves to call upon us, their inferior cousins, for help. Nonetheless, i will not forsake my kin and stand aside. I believe it is time to visit the west. </span>He thought to himself as he rose from his throne. He was going to the west and he was going now. He swung open the doors to the great courtyard that laid outside his throne room. Outside, many of his court had taken to their evening activities. Some read in the candlelight, and others gathered around beautiful hearths of blue, magical fires which did not burn flesh, and gave out great warmth. Sat alone, his son and heir sat in front of his own fire, meditating before bed. Aryx was his name, and he was a humble young elf. Wise and strong, as his royal blood permitted.<br/><br/>""Aryx, you are to be the acting regent whilst i am away."" He said as he strode towards his son.<br/>Aryx's eyes suddenly shot open, his face confused ""Why are you leaving?""<br/>""I am taking the fairy ring to the west. a gathering of elves has been called."" He said ""You will stay and rule whilst i am away. I have complete faith you will do just fine.""<br/>""A fairy ring? Father, Fairy magic is unpredictable at best, and the ring hasn't been used in three hundred years. Why not take a ship, like you do with all your other envoys?""<br/>""I am needed immediately, and the ring is my best option. Besides, the fairies linked these rings between the Olmerdi and the High Elves for this very reason, best to make full use of their generosity.""<br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Half an hour later.</span></span><br/><br/>In the Royal Gardens, Larain and his entourage had gathered in the secluded area of garden where the fairy ring stood. Centuries of neglect had withered the steel fence, and seemingly endless vines had warped and twisted the metal. regardless, the garden still was a pretty sight, with wild flowers and bushes growing around the edges. The middle of the garden however remained relatively untouched by the wild, which was where the ring itself stood, a large circle of seemingly regular mushrooms.<br/>""The ring hasn't been activated in almost three centuries. though fret not, fairy magic is a powerful force and as wild as the garden surrounding it. Although do not fear for your lives either, the worst that could happen is that you arrive hours behind schedule. If its any consolation, No elf has been killed by a fairy ring thanks to our natural connection to all things magical. As for men, the use of the ring is riskier."" He spoke to the small crowd of concerned faces. He eyed the mushrooms surrounding them as the mage stepped towards the crowd. He spoke clearly to instruct the crowd.<br/><br/>""Hold hands, and repeat after me 'Di'urnos No'drai'"" He ordered the king and his crowd.<br/><br/>""Di'urnos No'drai'"" the crowd repeated, and almost immediately the mushrooms began to swell, their ancient magics reawakening<br/><br/>""Again."" the mage ordered<br/><br/>""Di'urnos No'drai'"" and with that the mushrooms began to glow, filling the dark garden with an ambient blue glow which only grew brighter, until the whole garden was basked with light. the flowers began to rustle as a great breeze took ahold of the area<br/><br/>""Again, louder this time.""<br/><br/>""Di'urnos No'drai'!"" the crowd shouted, and a flash consumed the vision of all, then darkness. The next feeling felt like a few minutes of constant falling, until the morning light finally returned to them. Where they had ended up was almost as deserted, but was of different architecture. They had reached the capital of the Elves. King Larain and his entourage made haste as they exited the garden to present themselves for the summit."
15318,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=175,2014-12-29T22:22:00,Hastiaka,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Archduchy of Alteria<br/>Territories of the High Elven Duchy<br/>EU Summit, Alinor</span></div><br/><br/>The winds were warm in the Mediterranean country. Albeit weird though, war is in the midst of the winds. Changing directions forevermore. Hopefully, a faint light became a blazing star when the possibility of an Alliance between the highly civilized elves were formed. From the east, Humanity is finally growing. Gathering momentum to strike the ''barbarians'' or so they say. However, tonight is different. The Elves too are gathering momentum to create a peaceful environment in Europe and in abroad. The Immense Human Population in Italy is well known. However, they too are infamous in Alteria because of their hideous claims against elfkind. Tonight is the night that will change Elven History. A night to be remembered. Elves will no longer be in the sidelines of the History they wrote. Their culture are less regarded. The other races look down the elves as either weak or as snobbish imbeciles that likes to act that they are the kings. Elves are not like that. They are tied to culture and nature. Earth itself will be nothing without the existence of Elves.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">EU Headquarter Gardens</span></span><br/><br/>The guards were roaming around the circular gardens filled with exotic trees and flowers as far from Anihc. Three nobles were discussing in secret about the recent movements of the Imperium of Man.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">''Lord Trevanis, the 6th Army well regards our well being in Southern France. We are safe.''</span>Lady Indaris commented as they walked and sat in a granite bench.<br/><br/>The Lord looked at the two. Uncomfortable about the safety of Alteria.<span style=""font-style: italic"">''The 6th Army will not stand long if any attacks are mounted. The EU Nations can never mount a counter attack that fast.'' </span><br/><br/>Lord Reels, an old man dressed in Elven robes replied;<span style=""font-style: italic"">''I agree with lord Trevanis, the Humans are too strong for the 6th Army to Handle. I mean, in the past decade, we have disassembled the 9th, 10th and 11th armies! the 8th Army is vacant though. They may be placed on our Southern France borders. The EU is still young. We need more time to concentrate! Shush! i feel a magical essence coming.. Teleportation spell? Impossible!'' </span><br/><br/>With that, the Olmerian delegation teleported right next to them. The three lords shook their hands.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Leanai de Math delegation, Alinor</span></span><br/><br/>The Duke of Yesvari was accompanying the Delegation. As Celegal asked who were the people represented in the statues, the Duke replied;<span style=""font-style: italic"">''They are the Knights of Heaven. They are the brave angels who defeated death itself. They are also the mighty protector of the Goddess Altera.''</span>As they rode across the streets, heading to the EU Headquarters, waves upon waves of Alterian citizens greeted them. Offering roses and chocolates and even wine!<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Southern France, Border Fort Segalia</span></span><br/><br/>Ranger General Arannelya was there with the entire force of her Ranger Corps. The fortress was large. It's the 2nd largest fort of Alteria. The walls were patrolled by Alterian archers as the Towers were guarded by adept mages. Across the mountains, one of the Archers noticed a faint light. Later on, passing by the same spot later, she noticed that it wasn't just a faint light. It was an entire army.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">''Ranger General! There is an Army heading towards us!</span>the Archer screamed.<br/><br/>Shortly, the Warning bells rang and the 1,700 strong Ranger Corps rushed to the ramparts and were on high alert. The gate was being closed as a Messenger were being sent to Alinor to warn the EU.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">''Ranger General, who are these people? Do they dare march on Elven Union territory?''</span>the Archer asked nervously.<br/><br/>The Ranger General was the best among all in Alteria. She knew the Humans would interfere soon with the Summit the EU Hosts.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">''Humans. They bear the flag of the Imperium of Man!''</span><br/><br/>Half an hour later, the Ranger General, flanked by two elite archers rode on their horses and went towards the Approaching army.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">''Humans of the Imperium of Man. You are crossing Alterian and EU territory unannounced. Bringing of an entire Army will be put in discussion in the Summit and may or may not impose harsh economic sanctions upon your nation. Leave or face heavy diplomatic pressure. Alteria will be more than welcome to have a accord with your nation. However, your show of force against the EU will not be tolerated. Please leave us in Peace. <br/><br/>I am Ranger General Arannelya. I order your troops to pack up and leave Elven Union territory unannounced at once! or Else, you will face heavy consequences. Our ties are strained. No need to strain it more. We want peace. But if you will threaten my nation under my Watch, your army will be devastated and the bloodline of your empire will be cut. <br/><br/>Leave in peace, Thank you. </span></span>"
15319,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=175,2014-12-30T06:56:00,Reserka,"Laminas Grass almost thought that his father was kidding when he said veto at the Fay council meeting. Laminas’ father was a Fay same as him and as Fay it was their job to rule Sapdivia on their own; with no base rules. As they were all family to one another they were suppose to work there conflicts on their own. Qui moderatu, as his family called him was the leader of the family and father to Laminas Grass. Outside the Trunk was the great city of Fay who saw him has Dux Deus arch-priest of the Church of Many Lights.<br/><br/>Earlier that day at the meeting when Laminas and his fellow Fay were voting on new law for the sickly; to raise the money given to the sickly. Laminas voted yes as well did every family member besides Qui moderatu, you see; he vetoed the vote. This angered Laminas and his family because in an earlier meeting Qui moderatu insisted on letting the public decide if he sure have veto power. Latinas thought it was a good idea at the time but he soon regret his decision has he walked back to his room after the meeting.<br/><br/>Why did I vote yes...."
15320,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=175,2014-12-30T08:09:00,The Greater Maltan Empire,"<span style=""color: #800000"">((Right so this is what happened as per our roleplay between my army and the Ranger-General from Alterian from the perspective of my armed forces.)) <br/></span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i58.tinypic.com/29muq2f.jpg""/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #FF0000""><br/>Southern France, Border Fort Segalia</span></span></span></span><br/><br/>The Commander continued the march riding on his large stallion barely fitting the grotesquely large man, the commander wearing havy steel armor a crimson red cloak flowing from behind the massive man and down the stallion. A large sword adorning the mans waist, perhaps two times the size of the regular soldiers weapons. The thrumming drums beating as , the large division of nearly twenty-five thousand men marched in tandum.<br/><br/>A singular man comes slinking from the tree-line, falling into step with the rest of the army slowly weaving his way to The Commander speaking just loud enough to be heard above the thrumming drums.<br/><br/>""Commander, three elves ride out to meet us from their fortress."" The man states, keeping in tandem with the march.<br/><br/>""Thank you, I look forward to meeting these 'elves' I remember hearing stories about how they fell like wheat before the scythe to the mighty Imperium."" The Commander smiled, a grotesque smile.<br/><br/>The now obvious scout made his way back into the tree-line, fading into the army before-hand to be sure he isn't seen.<br/><br/>After several minutes with a continued march the Ranger General comes into view, the whole of the Divion stop marching as the Commander raises his hand the thrumming of the drums halt as well. Within moments of the halting of the march, as the woman begins to speak he covers the distance on horse-back the incredibly large man sliding from horse-back as he coverse the last bit of the distance handing the woman the enveloped wrapped in a dark red silk. The grotesque and incredibly large man for his part stood taller then the horse, indeed he could while standing on the ground stare directly at the womans stomach if he where to face forward.<br/><br/>The Ranger General began to speak, however it seemed as if the Commander could not or was not listening to her as she began a tirade. She spoke upon how he was breaking their sovereignty as a nation and how this is not how Diplomacy or otherwise is to be handled.<br/><br/>The Commander stood there in banded steel armor for several minutes allowing for her Tirade to continue until she stopped speaking, noticing the man was not responding. Smiling at her The Commander raised his right hand and the thrumming of the drums starting again. Yet, the tune was different louder and more disjointed then the previous tune had been. s the thrumming takes place, nearly two hundred men from either side of the woman come from the woods and the various bushes they hold lighter armor then the rest of the army. It can be inferred that these men where scouts, and skilled ones at that if they had been missed by the elves. They don't look at the woman and her entourage, instead they move and fall back into rank at the very back of the force which is two miles down wind.<br/>The Commander just stares at the woman the entire time the scouts make their way reforming back into the main force.<br/><br/>Suddenly, the Ranger General did something he did not expect. She summoned her entire host some seventeen hundred men and women, The Commander made no move to slay her as he easily could of and instead waited until her entire host arrived. At this point, the man began to smile a Grotesque smile that could terrify a mortal man (or elf).<br/><br/>The woman, once her host arrived began to scream out at the men of the Imperium and the Commander.<br/><br/>((Taking it directly from our Roleplay))<br/><br/>''Leave us alone Humans, you have no business here. Our army is not scared. You have walked through Vallorion territory and now your here. Proceed further, and you have declared war against the Alterians and the Vallorions as well as the entire might of the Elven Union.''<br/><br/>The General aimed and struck a flying bird and it fell on the Commander. the Rangers, armored in Gold and bearing the seal of an eagle, erected a gigantic EU flag and shouted<br/><br/>''Leave us mortal men! For we are not interested in your pillages upon our people! We will die if we have must!''<br/><br/>((Back to my romanticized version.<img alt="":)"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_smile.gif"" title=""Smile""/>))<br/><br/>The Commander remained still, staring at the woman and her forces as the assembled began to shout. The bird striking his armor and leaving a dark red streak down the front of it, as the bird strikes his armor the enormous mans' face contorts into a grotesque smile and he begins to laugh. But this laugh is dark, deep and hollow seeming to echo the horror that this man truely was standing infront of the elves. This ever so eerie with the quiet that fell after the Elves had drawn their weapons.<br/><br/>Suddenly his laughing ends, ever so curt and his brow furrows staring at the Ranger General still smiling ever so grotesquely.<br/><br/>""We have come not to fight, we are simply a scouting force the inquire what has become of the land beyond the Bulwark.""<br/><br/>Raising his hand, the Commander smiles and at once the whole of the Twenty-Five thousand men pull their blades from their Scabbards a terrifying metal sound echoes through the valley the men raising their weapons and shields.<br/><br/>""You speak of might, you know nothing of true strength..Little elf. You know not how easy it would be for us to strike you down, to spread your entrails across your castle and your home. Or perhaps send your head back to those you serve as a reminder of just how -lowly- you are, you know not of our strength... Yet I must turn, I must return as decreed by the God-Emperor. So you are safe this day, little elf.""<br/><br/>Smiling as the man turns back to his men, raising his blade high into the air he screams. ""FOR THE EMPEROR!""<br/><br/>""For the Emperor! For the Emperor!"" The men chant, slamming their swords and shields together several making way as the Commander leads his horse back through the ranks preparing to depart.<br/><br/>Yet as the men continue their chanting, the elves begin as well however they begin to weave a spell. Suddenly, a barrier is formed shielding the elves from the men save for the Ranger General who took off dashing for the Commander jumping high as one of the Humans attempt to block her path hopping onto her shield and over several men landing before the Commander drawing her Enchanted Golden sword placing it at his stomach. The woman beginning to scream out at the Commander.<br/><br/>''Why are you not content with the destruction of our race in your nation? The High Elves pose you no threat!'' she cried.<br/><br/>''Why? Slaughter us? Leave us alone! You almost killed my ancestors! Leave my family alone! LEAVE THE ELVEN LANDS FOREVERMORE!'' she shouted and began to cry falling to her knees allowing for her blade to skitter to the ground. As she began to cry, she let her hands grasp at her golden hair holding it.<br/><br/>Looking up at the commander with her blue eyes, she pleaded with the man. ''I'll trade myself to your service. Leave elven lands and never return."" Quickly she signaled just barely able to be seen over the massive force now surrounding her.<br/><br/>As the signal was received the elven host departs, leaving the Humans and the Ranger General alone.<br/><br/>Laughing once more, with his dark hallow laugh and his face contorting into a Grotesque smile the man stares at her. Shaking his head, it seems he can not stop laughing this continues for several moments. Reaching over to the womans' head he places his hand on top of it his fingers curling into her golden hair as he makes sure she's looking into his dark eyes, after a moment of staring at her he spoke.<br/><br/>""Know this, elf, I will not accept some vain proposition of your service in return for halting the Emperors' plans. I know not what the future holds, nor' will I make it. I have done as I was ordered, now -you- will do as you have been ordered. You will take that envelope to your Commander, Your King, whatever you 'lot have as your governance and let them know that we spared you. We spared each and every one of you from a swift death, we did not know these where your lands nor' was their any way for us to know. We simply wanted to make contact and you drew your weapons upon us, this was merely our scouting force. Do not force me to return, Elf, next I do I will not be so nice.""<br/><br/>Shrugging the man leaves her alone, in her crying fit as he begins to ride for the front of the Division leaving back to the Bulwark. The men that surrounded the woman slowly trickle away, being sure to keep her within viewable range but do not touch her. Instead, they simply stare onwards daggers trained for her visage. Perhaps they hold a deep hatred for her, or was it her kind? Only those men knew.<br/><br/><span style=""color: #FF0000"">The letter that would be taken to whomever the Ranger General decreed: </span><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Greetings to whomever is reading this letter, <br/><br/>I have provided this envelope with my scouting forces to distribute to any and all that they meet, we wish for those that wish to travel to the Bulwark to be received and then to be taken into the heart of the Imperium. I wish to speak with you on various matters that pertain to all, that being trade or otherwise. <br/><br/>The parchment remains unsigned though it could be inferred it is by the God-Emperor of the Imperium.</div></div></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""color: #FF0000""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">OOC:<br/></span></span></span></span><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Yeah, this is more or less just what happened between The Ranger General and my Commander I just wanted to post it here 'cause it was interesting.</div></div></div>"
15321,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=175,2014-12-30T08:58:00,The Greater Maltan Empire,"(( Sorry for the Double Post guys, but Mr. Dwarflands wants me to do it. :/ ))<br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i62.tinypic.com/2lsjmet.jpg""/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Alps, Outside a Dwarven City.</span></span></span><br/><br/>The division halts its' advance looking upon the city that lay before them, the thrumming of drums still echoing through the valley as it resounds. The men hold, staring forward at the city the Twenty-Five thousand of them remaining stationary. The Commander of the division remains on his horse, the man seems rather average build though ever so slightly taller then the average man staying stationary as he paces up and down the front of the formation. A singular man comes slinking from the massive rank of the division, approaching he begins to speak to the Commander.<br/><br/>""Sir, I know not' what this settlement is. But short-men reside inside, I believe they've noticed us as we've approached I believe we will be receiving someone very soon.""<br/><br/>Nodding towards the man, the commander slides from his horse motioning for two men to come toward him speaking with them for a moment they leave returning to what would be a cart of some kind bringing forth an ornate table and two ornate wooden chairs placed across from one another. The Commander taking a seat on one, waiting for the emissaries of the Dwarves to arrive.<br/><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i62.tinypic.com/9vcha8.jpg""/><br/><br/>The men for their part begin to make camp, setting up tents and braziers breaking out the beer and the food. The smell of roasted meat fills the air around the massive city of tents and braziers."
15322,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=175,2014-12-30T09:44:00,Russian people of america,"<img alt=""Image"" src=""http://imagizer.imageshack.us/a/img901/4354/utxqyo.jpg""/><br/><br/>Nobunaga looked over, watching the man, seeing if he would join the alliance or not. He knew another ally would make them stronger, but it also made it more likely for the three to go to war. He was trying to ignore the mans boldness by shaking his hand, instead of a traditional bow. If he had cut the man down it would stop any alliance from being made and would just start another war. He knew the king was just being friendly, and this was his land, he could do as he liked, and as the visitor, nobunaga would have to just tolerate it. He wondered why saru looked at the anhic king with that expression, it was an honored one, an expression of awe. Perhaps it was because he had spent the early part of his life in this foreign land, so it was understandable. Nobunaga was sure saru would treat the shogun and emperor just the same. In the back, nobuna had started talking to a guard. Louise was watching him, carefully, and his ninja, his assassin was just behind him, his face covered with a hood, his hand on his wakazashi, ready to draw at a moments notice. They were an odd bunch, but they were all specially selected by his brother, the emperor, they were all here for a reason. Nobunaga turned his attention back to the man, waiting for a decision."
15323,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=175,2014-12-30T09:45:00,The Yoke of Oppression,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Lacert Tribes<br/>Eastern Islands of the Lacert Tribal Lands<br/>End of the Rainy Season</span></div><br/><br/>In the cool of the morning, the shipwrights were only beginning to gather near the shores. The fishers had already brought in their nets, and laid out their catch for trade, and so the shipwrights ambled about with the early-risers, swapping gossip and sharing breakfast. Torpid crowds huddled around fires; the cold-blooded Lacerts needed to warm themselves to fully wake up.<br/><br/>A few large males were leaving the shore: the night-watch, who had patrolled around their fires through the chilly night, staving off sleep with heat and constant movement. They were being relieved by the morning watch, who were younger and smaller--trainees, too young and inexperienced for the challenge of keeping watch in the cool night. Besides these few guards, who were constantly posted near the shipwrights' great work, the other males were still sleeping.<br/><br/>A large female, nearly 8 feet high, lumbered out onto the beach and bellowed to the shipwrights. ""To work! Enough of breakfast! Hammers out--the ships must be ready to launch before the month is out!""<br/><br/>This was Hammerface, the chief shipwright. She was on order directly from the tribal council to prepare this fleet of three great-ships for a huge expedition, to last through the whole dry season.<br/><br/>The shipwrights had worked throughout the rainy season, and their work was now almost done--but the schedule was tight, and the shipwrights needed to move fast to ensure the worthiness of their vessels. Only one ship of this size had yet been built, and it was now under sail from the westlands of the Lacert tribes with a load of tools, weapons, and trade goods from the grand cities. Along with its goods, that ship, the Firstborn, was carrying Twice-Dead, the war-chief of the Lacert Tribes, and his coterie of shamans and elite warriors.<br/><br/>They would accompany the female traders, sailors, and scholars on their expedition--which would first go south, then along the coast of the southern continent. It was known to the Lacert that other civilized races dwelt in those lands, for the stories had come to them from wanderers, and a few caravans had made their way to the Lacert lands. But much was rumor and myth, and the scholars on the expedition desired to be certain of the peoples in those lands; the council, for its part, was eager to establish trade with the outsiders.<br/><br/>The shipwrights set about the work: the banging of mallets on wood resounded across the shore, and the whole village sprung to life in the clatter. Hatchlings scrambled down to the beach with their mothers tailing behind, splashing eagerly into the warm waters and swimming out to deeper waters to practice diving. Traders set up their stalls and laid out their wares; trappers set out into the jungles to check their traps; artisans of all kinds set about their work of the day; males began to stir later than most females, and collected in packs to play competitive games and spare, or plunged into the waters to dive for pearls.<br/><br/>The village's shaman circled the village cenotaph, inscribed with the names of the honored dead, collecting offerings and speaking prayers. But he was not alone today: other shamans were visiting, in advance of the coming voyage, to consult the spirits and read the signs.<br/><br/>When the collection of offerings was complete, they retired to a private hut. Blackscale, the most senior among them, issue the orders. ""Light the fires, Moontooth. Pearleye, Birdmouth: begin the chants.""<br/><br/>The chants began, smoke issued from the top of the shamans' hut, and the shamans began to consult the spirits. Looking up from her work, Hammerface saw the smoke rising from the hut; she was anxious. For all of the work that had been done, a bad omen could still scuttle the great expedition."
15324,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=175,2014-12-30T10:39:00,Renetopia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Glajinard <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=22951013#p22951013"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Renetopia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=22948676#p22948676"">wrote</a>:</cite>Busem the Brave read the letter and sighed. ""What a shame indeed. But, this Chancellor fellow seems like a wise Dwarf. Trade talks with him could also go well. Plus, I'm in no rush.""<br/><br/>He told the other dignitaries in the Palace that he will proceed in negotiating with Chancellor Rarnol.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Gikerahaf, Glajinard</span><br/><br/>Later that day Busem was shown into Chancellor Rarnol's office once again. Rarnol stood to give a slight bow to Busem as he walked in. He offered him a seat at a small table, Rarnol sat across from him. <br/><br/>""King Busem, I apologize again for you wait, which has turned out to be in vain."" He looked worried for a moment, ""Unfortunately it appears we face an imminent invasion from our neighbors the Ashryn, and the High King must be there to lead the troops. You needn't worry, however, we will be able to hold them at the border city of Arbamthaz. Gikerahaf is in no danger.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Bah, you don't need to apologize."", said Busem. ""These things happen, and I understand the seriousness of the issue. But, let's start the negotiation, shall we?<br/><br/>See, my people are always in search for trading opportunities. The Alps provide gems and rare metals, and their forests provide wood. However, that's all there is. Farming and fishing are difficult because of the high elevation and long cold winters, so food is expensive. And there's another issue. The gemstones. They have become almost worthless back in the Dwarvenlands because they're so abundant. But that's not the case with the rest of the world. So that's why the Dwarves of Kerorem trade their gems with... Well, pretty much anyone.<br/><br/>Tell me, is there anything that's really abundant in Glajinard?""<br/><hr/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Maltan Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=22961635#p22961635"">wrote</a>:</cite> (<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i62.tinypic.com/2lsjmet.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Alps, Outside a Dwarven City.</span></span></span><br/><br/>The division halts its' advance looking upon the city that lay before them, the thrumming of drums still echoing through the valley as it resounds. The men hold, staring forward at the city the Twenty-Five thousand of them remaining stationary. The Commander of the division remains on his horse, the man seems rather average build though ever so slightly taller then the average man staying stationary as he paces up and down the front of the formation. A singular man comes slinking from the massive rank of the division, approaching he begins to speak to the Commander.<br/><br/>""Sir, I know not' what this settlement is. But short-men reside inside, I believe they've noticed us as we've approached I believe we will be receiving someone very soon."" <br/><br/>Nodding towards the man, the commander slides from his horse motioning for two men to come toward him speaking with them for a moment they leave returning to what would be a cart of some kind bringing forth an ornate table and two ornate wooden chairs placed across from one another. The Commander taking a seat on one, waiting for the emissaries of the Dwarves to arrive. <br/><br/><br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i62.tinypic.com/9vcha8.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/><br/>The men for their part begin to make camp, setting up tents and braziers breaking out the beer and the food. The smell of roasted meat fills the air around the massive city of tents and braziers.</div></blockquote><br/>The great gates of the city of Koreru opened and a group of 10 Dwarves riding on horses rushed to the tents. Among them was Dusrrreom the Bold, the very king of Koreru. The others were soldiers/diplomats, just in case.<br/><br/>Dusrrreom wasn't a very judgemental person in general, but he knew of the history of the Imperium and their possible goals. He knew that he will be the first of his kind to talk to a Human from the Imperium (or<span style=""font-style: italic"">Basrek</span>in Dwarven) in a long, long time.<br/><br/>When he approached the camp, he noticed that most of the Humans were staring at him. He probably looked interesting to them, with his long, oddly shaped beard and mustache, sturdy figure and armor coated with gemstones. Dusrrreom saw a person he figured was the commander and introduced himself.<br/><br/>""Greetings Commander. I am Dusrrreom the Bold, King of Koreru. I welcome you and your soldiers to the Dwarvenlands. To what do we owe the honor of your visit?"""
15325,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=175,2014-12-30T10:44:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://cs409717.vk.me/v409717059/4c1e/6YMSatKz0VM.jpg""/></div><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Bruchsal, Imperial Kylantha</span></span></div><br/>General Tehlmar Nelaeryn rode ahead of all other Kylanthan troops on his horse, a large white Bernstein. It was large and certainly built to cross mountains without much effort. Only the Imperial Guard and the Emperor himself were given access to the smilodon. Apparently, the guard had left none of them at their fort. All their animals were gone, and so were their families. Tehlmar slowed down once the wall adjacent to Bruchsal had come into view. It was high, made to keep anything at all from getting past it, unless you had the ability to fly. There was only one gate through which on could peacefully enter through or break down. The Ashryn general sounded his horn to direct his rather distressed army to the city, where they would rest after several hours of marching through the mountains of Western Kylantha. It was ridiculous, but they had orders. Soon, they would be upon Arbamthaz again. According to Adviser Taero, if the fort could not be breached within two days, they would head to other dwarven cities with thinner defenses, and perhaps thinner walls.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://www.sbb.ch/content/dam/sbb/all/html/europakampagne_fruehling2014/content-img/gen_kufstein_1.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Kejserliga fästning, Bruun, Imperial Kylantha</a></span></span></div><br/>The doors to the Emperor's bedroom were rammed by a salamander, smashing it and sending pieces of it all over the carpets. It stalked in with its rider, sniffing the air. After a moment, it clicked and relaxed. There was no one here. Taero followed a bit after the large reptile, observing the room. He was truly expecting the young fool to be cowering here with his family. They had the fortress built for themselves and whoever else would come after them, after all. It made no sense. There was nowhere else for him to hide. All other cities had been thoroughly scoured to their foundations. Though it could well be that while he was escaping, he was killed in some way, with his family as well. Smirking at the thought, Taero walked out of the room and gestured for his men to follow. There was no need to stay here any longer. The old man returned to Bruun where the streets were silent, as all were being kept in their homes. Anyone seen outside was struck down. In the courtyard directly in front of the palace balcony, several bodies lay. Strangely, most of them were Braern and Ashryn. Only hours ago, they had gathered there, demanding to know where their real Emperor was. They never got their answer. Taero ordered them all executed on the spot. He was quickly instilling fear as time passed, and surely when he conquered Glajinard, he would become more powerful, having surpassed even Galather Miirphys.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Devruoeh, Glajinard</span></span></div><br/>Airdan was again with his son, Kelvhan, showing him a map of Kylantha. Three spots within the country's border were crudely marked with red. Airdan placed his finger upon each of those spots with Kelvhan carefully following with his eyes.<br/><br/>""These are the three provinces which I am going to release after our war is won. It is for the slaves."" the Emperor said.<br/><br/>Kelvhan frowned and tilted his head. ""What for, father? Aren't they supposed to stay with their masters?"" he asked, wrinkling his nose.<br/><br/>Airdan laughed and shook his head. ""Not any more, Kelvhan. Once we get rid of that rotten Taero, all slaves will be freed, as your mother has wished for so long."" he explained to his son, folding the map and setting it aside. The boy crossed his arms over his chest, wondering why, but said no more. He simply nodded and smiled. So did his father. As he reached across the table to grab a piece of roasted meat, someone approached and gave his father a piece of paper. Kelvhan tore off a chunk of meat and watched as Airdan took the paper and read from it. After he was done, he nodded and took the quill he'd used to mark the three Southern provinces red and wrote his signature. Then, he paused for a moment, as if in deep thought. The Emperor turned to Kelvhan and smiled. The boy placed his food back on the plate as is father passed him the paper. He finally completely understood what was happening. What was written on the paper was acceptable to him, so he looked back up at Airdan and nodded. His father then gave the quill to him and motioned for him to write.<br/><br/>""I seem to have forgotten the seal, Kelvhan. Will you draw it for me?"" said the Emperor with a light chuckle. Kelvhan grimaced and stuck his tongue out at his father.<br/><br/>""Silly father. It's like this..."" the boy replied, hunching down over the paper and almost perfectly drawing the Miirphys seal. A smilodon leaning against a shield. It was crudely drawn, but just right. Kelvhan was an artist. Feeling satisfied with his work, the boy returned the paper and quill to his father, grinning.<br/><br/>""Thank you, Kelvhan."" said Airdan softly, giggling at the sight of the red smilodon. He handed the sheet back to the page, smiling warmly. ""I hope that's acceptable, friend."" he giggled and placed the quill back into its place.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Arbamthaz, Glajinard</span></span></div><br/>As Captain Velatha led his group to the designated city to join his Emperor, the 2,000 remaining at Arbamthaz had made quite a lot out of the time they had, as there seemed to bee a smaller fort directly underneath the dwarven fort. From above, there were small drifts where chasm lizards lay in wait to snatch their unsuspecting prey. More and more Northern wyverns were crawling up against the walls of Arbamthaz to brood as their riders sharpened their weapons. The Imperial Guard here was more than ready to fight back their own forces. Trusting that their families would be well kept, they continued to work until the Kylanthan army moved in."
15326,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=175,2014-12-30T11:15:00,The Greater Maltan Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Renetopia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=22962455#p22962455"">wrote</a>:</cite><hr/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Maltan Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=22961635#p22961635"">wrote</a>:</cite> (<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i62.tinypic.com/2lsjmet.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Alps, Outside a Dwarven City.</span></span></span><br/><br/>The division halts its' advance looking upon the city that lay before them, the thrumming of drums still echoing through the valley as it resounds. The men hold, staring forward at the city the Twenty-Five thousand of them remaining stationary. The Commander of the division remains on his horse, the man seems rather average build though ever so slightly taller then the average man staying stationary as he paces up and down the front of the formation. A singular man comes slinking from the massive rank of the division, approaching he begins to speak to the Commander.<br/><br/>""Sir, I know not' what this settlement is. But short-men reside inside, I believe they've noticed us as we've approached I believe we will be receiving someone very soon."" <br/><br/>Nodding towards the man, the commander slides from his horse motioning for two men to come toward him speaking with them for a moment they leave returning to what would be a cart of some kind bringing forth an ornate table and two ornate wooden chairs placed across from one another. The Commander taking a seat on one, waiting for the emissaries of the Dwarves to arrive. <br/><br/><br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i62.tinypic.com/9vcha8.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/><br/>The men for their part begin to make camp, setting up tents and braziers breaking out the beer and the food. The smell of roasted meat fills the air around the massive city of tents and braziers.</div></blockquote><br/>The great gates of the city of Koreru opened and a group of 10 Dwarves riding on horses rushed to the tents. Among them was Dusrrreom the Bold, the very king of Koreru. The others were soldiers/diplomats, just in case.<br/><br/>Dusrrreom wasn't a very judgemental person in general, but he knew of the history of the Imperium and their possible goals. He knew that he will be the first of his kind to talk to a Human from the Imperium (or <span style=""font-style: italic"">Basrek</span> in Dwarven) in a long, long time.<br/><br/>When he approached the camp, he noticed that most of the Humans were staring at him. He probably looked interesting to them, with his long, oddly shaped beard and mustache, sturdy figure and armor coated with gemstones. Dusrrreom saw a person he figured was the commander and introduced himself.<br/><br/>""Greetings Commander. I am Dusrrreom the Bold, King of Koreru. I welcome you and your soldiers to the Dwarvenlands. To what do we owe the honor of your visit?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>""Welcome, I am Commander Railith Abil. I thank you for your warm welcome, I have come to deliver a letter to you and your kind I know not what it holds. I was not sure how long it would take for you and yours to come out to meet us, so I had the men make camp for the night we will be gone in the morning from your lands and return to the Sun Gate.""<br/><br/>Extending the letter the Commander would smile, the letter is wrapped in a dark red silk as the man offers it to the Dwarven King.<br/><br/>The Letter if read composes much the same as the letter delivered to the elves.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Greetings to whomever is reading this letter,<br/><br/>I have provided this envelope with my scouting forces to distribute to any and all that they meet, we wish for those that wish to travel to the Bulwark to be received and then to be taken into the heart of the Imperium. I wish to speak with you on various matters that pertain to all, that being trade or otherwise.<br/><br/>The parchment remains unsigned though it could be inferred it is by the God-Emperor of the Imperium.</div></div></div>"
15327,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=175,2014-12-30T12:16:00,Glajinard,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Gikerahaf, Glajinard</span><br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Renetopia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=22962455#p22962455"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Bah, you don't need to apologize."", said Busem. ""These things happen, and I understand the seriousness of the issue. But, let's start the negotiation, shall we?<br/><br/>See, my people are always in search for trading opportunities. The Alps provide gems and rare metals, and their forests provide wood. However, that's all there is. Farming and fishing are difficult because of the high elevation and long cold winters, so food is expensive. And there's another issue. The gemstones. They have become almost worthless back in the Dwarvenlands because they're so abundant. But that's not the case with the rest of the world. So that's why the Dwarves of Kerorem trade their gems with... Well, pretty much anyone.<br/><br/>Tell me, is there anything that's really abundant in Glajinard?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Rarnol chuckled slightly at Busem's rather gruff manner, it seemed the southern dwarfs had much less use for formality than his own compatriots.<br/><br/>""We too rely on gold and precious metals for our economy. We have a profitable relationship with the Venali, however. We supply them with the fruits of our mining (gold, gems, iron, etc) and they provide us with fish and agricultural products. We often hire them to tend our herds and gardens as well. Perhaps the Dwarvenlands should consider opening their borders to attract surface dwellers who would fill a similar role? We find the relationship to be highly productive.""<br/><br/>""Additionally, we use our excess precious metals and gems through our system of banks. Often dwarf merchants will take gold and gems to set up banks in foreign lands, using them as endowments. Often if they need to make a big loan they will write back home, where they can buy gold and silver for much cheaper than were they are. We could easily assist you in setting up a similar system, our merchants may even wish to work together. Finally, I'm afraid we have little in the way of trade goods that you do not also have.""<br/><br/>""The High King wanted me to discuss the possibility of a declaration of friendship between our two realms, or perhaps even a defensive alliance. Would you consider this?""<hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Skies over Kylantha</span><br/><br/>Captain Ocome, formerly stationed at Lanlemi, was currently flying high above Kylanthan Territory. The entire Griffin Corps, split into squads of five, was doing the same, covering vast swaths of the country. It was night, chosen to hopefully help them avoid the attention of archers, and worse, wyrven riders.<br/><br/>On either side of his griffin were bulging saddlebags, fortunately filled with paper. The contained the broadsides the dwarven printing presses had been working over time to create. As they flew over a moderately sized village, Ocome saw several manors and dozens of small slave shacks, he grabbed a handful of broadsides and scattered them. They floated down, landing indiscriminately on houses, in the street, in puddles. He banked and swept over the village once more, dropping another handful.<br/><br/>They then flew off, looking for more places to drop pamphlets.<hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Arbamthaz, Glajinard</span><br/><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://s10.postimg.org/5xz9ovpm1/Cliffwatch.jpg""/></div><br/><br/>Duke Dkag and the Arbamthaz City Council representative, after the High Court meeting finished, had mounted their elk and ridden hard back to his city. They wanted as much time as possible to monitor the defenses, and work on battle strategy. High King Lakrir had impressed on the Duke the need to hold the Kylanthans there, and do as much damage as possible if they tried to go around the city. Before heading inside the city, Duke Dkag sought out the commander of the Imperial Guard, he found him in what had become his makeshift command center in one of the lower forts.<br/><br/>""Commander, I'm Duke Dkag, leader of this city. I'd like to discuss a strategy we've come up with. As you know a small bridge connects our city to the main road across the gorge. If we can lure the Ashryn into attack the city, we can destroy the bridge when a good portion of their army is across, trapping them between us and the gorge. In doing so we can destroy a large amount of their force. The only question is how to entice them into an early attack. Any ideas?""<hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Devruoeh, Glajinard</span><br/><br/>Mounted on his polar bear Gesik, Lakrir could look out over the entire force. Row after row of soldiers, gleaming in their armor, stood in the narrow valley before the great dwarven city. As Emperor Airdan rode up on one of the smilodons his Imperial Guard had brought with them, he gave the signal to march. Large horns blasted, echoing off the mountains. The army began to march forward, and Lakrir turned his polar bear around to begin leading them. For the first time in centuries, the dwarves were marching to war."
15328,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=175,2014-12-30T12:56:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Gerau Township, Imperial Kylantha</span></span></div><br/>As Lady Ava Mylaela was hanging a tapestry up on her bedroom wall, she saw from the corner of her eye a large shape fly swiftly past her balcony. Unsure of whether it was a wyvern or not, she cautiously stepped out into the open, and noticed a pamphlet laying among her flowers. She took it with both her hands and held it to her chest as she hurried back inside to inform her husband of what she had found. Her helpers would be happy to hear of this as well. The only reason she kept Venali slaves was to provide for them, as both she and her husband took pity on them. Finally, the real Emperor had declared them free.<br/><br/>Hours later, around two hundred Venali slaves fled the township of Gerau after the guards had willingly let them out, even arresting the others who refused to let the slaves go. In larger cities, Ashryn, Braern, and Venali alike were pushing up against the soldiers that Taero had appointed. During these small riots, fourteen Kylanthan cities were completely purged of Taero's influence. The Venali, no matter how angered they felt, took celebration over vengeance. Ashryn and Braern elitists were either being arrested or executed in some cities.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bruun, Imperial Kylantha</span></span></div><br/>A soldier on horseback arrived at the Bruun palace, waving one of the pamphlets dropped by the Glajinardi griffon riders. Taero was enraged by this, and tore the propaganda to shreds. He wished he could do the same to that boy, Airdan. He had survived somehow and was now rousing all of Kylantha against him. As he prepared to send additional forces to Glajinard, he ordered that more wyvern riders be dispatched to make sure than no more messengers were present in the skies of Kylantha.<br/>Snow wyverns were not as fast as Northern wyverns, but they were good fliers and powerful fighters.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Arbamthaz, Glajinard</span></span></div><br/>General Arlen Ilthuryn stood among other Captains with their smilodon, performing another head count. As Dkag approached, the others dispersed without a word. Ilthuryn gave a salute and dismounted his smilodon. He simply laughed at what the dwarf said. He removed his helmet and dropped it in the snow as he thumped over to Dkag.<br/><br/>""There is no way to lure them onto the bridge. That old snake will have warned them against trying to cross. See, Duke... In Kylantha, we've something called a gustwagon. Now, it's not really a wagon."" he laughed again, ""It's a bloody bat. And it's big enough to carry around eight men on its back, all the way to its ass. But there's a weakness to every strength. Those noisy bastards are blind, and they're not too hard to spot."" The general drew his sword and prepared to sharpen it as he spoke to Dkag. ""They might also try to make sturdier bridges and other ways into the city. Ye know. I'd say that old pervert Taero learned from his mistakes..."" the general laughed again, harder than before and began to sharpen his sword.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Devruoeh, Glajinard</span></span></div><br/>Airdan hurried forth on his large white smilodon, up alongside the High King Lakrir and his polar bear. The large cat was a tad taller, and seemed bothered by the bear, but it adjusted quickly and kept its eyes forward. The young Emperor glanced back at the assembled forces, easily making out which groups were from his Imperial Guard. Among the dwarves were the elite guard on their smilodons and salamanders. The chasm lizard riders stood out from all the rest on their huge steeds.<br/><br/>""I never thought I would ever be in this place... You?"" said Airdan as he pulled gently at the ropes. The smilodon turned around in the same direction as Gesik and snarled, as if to say it was ready for a fight."
15329,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=175,2014-12-30T13:01:00,Nuridia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Former Soviet Socialists <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=22954196#p22954196"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Summary:</span>[spoiler]<span style=""font-weight: bold"">1-</span><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Faery Lands</span><br/><br/>Emissary Malus had finally reached the Faery lands. It was his first time on a mission into these lands. He had been appointed to deliver a message to the Queen of the Fae. Malus was a Sankinlari, who had a position of emissary. It was unusual since the Sankinlari prefer to be on the battlefield. Tiluro must think the man is of worth, since he does not send those out to foreign lands who aren't. Accompanying him on this mission were two Golems, a guardsman named Bale, his assistant, Yares, and his pet rock imp. He had been traveling with this group for two weeks on Yatans to get to his predestined location, a forest that our emissaries know is populated by the Fae. Tiluro, whom had been to these lands many times, had given him specific directions on how to get in contact with the Faery. There are certain forests and fields where you see them more often than not. The domain of the Fae is a vast one. Their land is wide and open, with many forests. The emissaries of our land never had trouble with traveling up to the Faery Lands for talks. They are not like the Orks. Their land is not inhospitable and their people are not monsters. Because it is so, compared to Ressal's security, there isn't much, even still if Ressal weren't transporting cargo. The only reason Malus has the small security detail is for the bandits in our own land. <br/><br/>As Malus approached the forest he could see the Faery flying around, playing amongst themselves. Malus spoke to them. They stopped and looked at him, but descended deeper into the forest, as the Faery are bashful of other races. Malus led his group deeper in the forests to try to speak with the Faery. As he descended deeper it felt as if he entered another world. They sky grew dark as the went in. Very faint singing could be heard in the distance. As abruptly as the singing started, it ended. There weren't any faeries or trees in view now as everything was dark. A great ball of light appeared in front of them in the darkness. ""Speak!"" It said. ""I am Emissary Malus of the Mountains of Sankinlari."" replied a frightened Malus. ""State your purpose for entering our wood!"" demanded the light. ""I bear a message for the High Queen of the Fae! Please it is urgent you deliver this message to her!"" said Malus. He reached into his sac and grabbed the letter entrusted to him. He held it in front of him offering it the to blinding light. In a blinding flash, the group was returned outside the forest. The night had returned to day, or maybe inside that place it is always night. As the group looked inside the forest they could see the Faery flying wildy, playing again. Malus checked in his sac to see if he still had the message, he did not. ""I guess the mission was successful. The letter is no longer in my possession. Let us go back home and wait for the High Queen's response.""<br/><br/><br/>The message inscribed within the scroll,<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div style=""margin-left:75px; margin-right:75px; margin-bottom:5px; margin-top:5px"">Great High Queen of the Fae,<br/><br/>High Queen, allow me to introduce myself. I am Tiluro, the Sunefe, High Emissary of the Mountains of Sankinlari. A thousand pardons for interrupting you in this great time of turmoil. I am well aware you are dealing with Ork incursions in your domain. Those incursions are the main reason I am sending you this letter. There are mercenaries in my land, seeking battle and spoil. If Her Majesty wishes, please allow these mercenaries to enter your domain under your employment. This matter is of utmost importance. Recently, we stopped mercenaries from entering your land to take part in this war. Had we not stopped stopped them, we feared this would lead to misunderstanding amongst our lands. We feared these mercenaries would be seen as part of our government and we were invading you personally. I assure you, High Queen, we have no such motive. The mercenaries who wish to enter your land wish to serve under you. They are not aligned with the Sankinlari government in any way. My superiors do not wish to take part in this war between the Orks and your kingdom. Please make your position on this matter known to us. The risk in miscommunication is great. We await your message in the Port of Malynca.<br/><br/>Signed,<br/>Tilruo High Emissary</div></blockquote></div></blockquote><br/>Ismara patrolled the borders and they were busily cleaning up the mess that the Orcs had left. Putting out fires, helping rebuild the village and the Queen already had a plan to rescue the stolen faeries that the Orcs had taken as slaves. They were going to pay for this, the beastly bastards. And there was another letter sent for her, apparently from somebody wanting her to hire mercenaries. Who were these people and why would they just give away mercenaries without cause? No, there had to be some sort of ulterior motive. Wiz on the other hand was with his wizards healing the injured people and after the remaining Orcs were driven away there would be a barrier placed around this village. They prepared to fight, this was going to be a long night. Senseless wars, the Queen was tired of them. She was tired of people dragging her innocent kingdom into wars with senseless violence when Faelona prided itself on not getting involved with the affairs of others. Damn that Blood Huntress, may she burn in hell and stay there for all Ismara cared. This was not going to go unpuished."
15330,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=175,2014-12-30T13:24:00,New Abrahammia,"Emperor Rorepme says to Nobunaga ""As we wait for Lord Subahu to consider his options, I have other matters to discuss. To make trade between us and Europe easier, I have a plan to cut the voyage to and from there by thousands of miles. If we dig into the thin piece of land in northern [whatever you call Africa], we can create a passage for ships going to and from Europe. You have some extraordinarily strong non-humans that can help, don't you? Sure, it'll take many years and a whole lot of money, but it'll pay for itself in increased trade and less expenses when trading. I think if the 3 of us pitch in, we can have it ready in a little more than a decade. Maybe we can get the minotaurs to help if we make them do so in the treaty. Perhaps the EU could also pitch in, as they want increased trade as well. Will you all pitch in because Anihc isn't going to do this herself."""
15331,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=175,2014-12-30T15:53:00,Drunken Pagan Weirdos,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-size: 125%; line-height: 116%;"">Imperial Palace, Empire of Anihc</span></span></span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">This is all moving too quickly,</span>Subahu thought. He looked from one man to the other, then gave the Emperor a ceremonial bow. “Your Majesty, I reiterate that I must consult with the Lord Devaraja in private. If you will excuse me...?”<br/><br/>Subahu retired to his assigned rooms, summoning one of his accompanying mortal servants from Sasvatanagara “in all due haste”. Once there he drew all the windows, checked to ensure that nobody was watching or listening, and swiftly turned on the servant, silencing him with a hand over the mouth before beginning to drink deeply of his blood. Subahu knew well that he was tasked with refraining from any such behavior until he had returned to the safety of his own realm – but it had been a long journey, and the gourmand within could wait no longer. The servant’s struggles ceased as Subahu lapped greedily at his throat; finally – finally – Subahu stood and wiped his mouth, having drank his fill. Only then did it occur to him that he now had a dead body in his quarters, drained wholly of blood, and that if the Anihc courtiers or guards discovered it...<br/><br/>Subahu, in his arrogance, simply shrugged and reasoned that it would be simple to cover this up – the others could simply be told that the servant had been taken ill, and the body could be disposed of with little difficulty.<span style=""font-style: italic"">And that’s that.</span>He removed the body from sight, then laid out the implements necessary to begin the Ritual of Sending. Within minutes he was ready; the spell was cast and an image of the Devaraja, seated upon his throne, sprung up as if from the ground itself. “Milord – “ Subahu began.<br/><br/>“Hold,” the Devaraja commanded. He stood up from his throne, appearing to leer over the kneeled Subahu, and sniffed. Subahu knew well that smell was not one of the senses transmitted by the Ritual of Sending – including the faint scent of blood that the servant had left behind – but shrunk back guiltily regardless. “What have you to report?” the Devaraja finally asked, albeit with a low growl.<br/><br/>Subahu remained kowtowed. “Milord, the Emperor of Anihc has gone far beyond what we anticipated. He proposes a grand defensive alliance of nations – ourselves, his realm, the Dragon Empire, and perhaps even the Winterborn – though why he is so confident of the latter is beyond my ken. Regardless, it seems clear to me that the Emperor intends to use this alliance to secure his own ends with the non-human species of the East, either by removing us as a potential threat or directly requesting the use of our armies. Indeed, he –“<br/><br/>“Did you accept?” the Devaraja rumbled. His eyes narrowed, and he appeared to grow slightly in size and bulk.<br/><br/>“Well – no, Milord. He<span style=""font-style: italic"">says</span>it is for defensive purposes exclusively, but – “<br/><br/>“But you are afraid of war,” the Devaraja interrupted. “Agree to the alliance.”<br/><br/>“M-milord?”<br/><br/>The Devaraja glared down at Subahu with barely-concealed disgust. “We will use this to our advantage,” said he. “A grand alliance of humanity in the East will allow the Empire unrestricted access to the markets of Anihc and the eastern islands, as well as bind them to come to our defense should we suffer from seaborne piracy as a consequence. I will it that you demand exactly that as a condition of our approval, in fact. And it will give the Empire a guarantee of security in the North, thus freeing us to spread in… other directions.”<br/><br/>“Other directions, Milord?” Subahu repeated. “Surely we should keep to our own affairs, leave the merchants to their own devices –“<br/><br/>“And allow you to continue growing fat and happy sucking the peasantry dry, in both wealth<span style=""font-style: italic"">and</span>blood, on land that<span style=""font-style: italic"">I</span>won for you by the sword,” the Devaraja sneered. “And while we’re on the subject of sucking mortals dry…”<br/><br/>He appeared to grow larger still, until he towered over the cringing Subahu. “Were you not commanded to refrain from unsavory activity until your return to the Empire?”<br/><br/>“Milord, I can assure you that I’ve done nothing –“<br/><br/>“<span style=""font-style: italic"">Liar!</span>” the Devaraja roared. His face began to shift, to change, and his form bulked up and expanded. “Blood speaks to blood, and it tells me that you’ve killed a man in this very room! In the Imperial Palace at the heart of Anihc! I sent you here because I remembered you as a capable diplomat, not a gluttonous pig sunk into depravity! ”<br/><br/>He turned away from Subahu, as though speaking to others outside of the range of the spell. By this time the Devaraja’s transformation was complete, and he was no longer remotely human: he sported the lion’s head, nine-headed cobra tail, and multiple clawed limbs of his<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i.imgur.com/yVVecCF.jpg?1"" rel=""nofollow"">demonic form</a>. “I think I’m beginning to see the true colors of many of my so-called ‘nobility’! I sleep for four hundred years, and all of you turn from capable administrators to corrupt degenerates who treat my realm as their personal playground!”<br/><br/>He hissed out a deep breath between his teeth, and appeared to calm and deflate as he turned back to Subahu. “Return to the Emperor and agree to his terms as I’ve outlined. And if everything is ruined due to your utter lack of self-discipline –“ he thrust a finger towards the dead body’s hiding place – “then upon your return you’ll see your heart ripped from your chest and devoured before your very eyes!”<br/><br/>Before Subahu could respond the Devaraja’s image vanished with a puff of smoke; he was left prostrate and trembling on the floor. After a few minutes he finally found the strength to stand, and called in two of his Rakshasa guards with instructions to discreetly be rid of the servant’s body, and to claim that he had died of sudden illness if necessary. Then, Subahu returned to the Emperor and the Dragon Empire’s ambassador.<br/><br/>“I am pleased to announce,” said he, with a small waver in his voice, “that the great Devaraja agrees with your plans. All of them. If you’ll allow me to insert just a few small modifications into the treaty, I will sign.”<br/><br/><div align=""center"">-----<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 125%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Throne Room, Royal Palace, Sasvata Nagara</span></span></span></div><br/><br/>The sorceress Manushya glanced at the space that Subahu’s image had occupied just seconds before and frowned. “I don’t believe anyone has been quite that harsh with him in a very long time,” she observed dryly.<br/><br/>The Devaraja turned to her and snarled, and the snakes on his tail stood up and hissed. “I tire of the timidity and stagnation of my so-called ‘nobility’, Manushya, and I see now why Ravana was so keen to grant my every wish. He knew that this would come to pass; the human mind is unable to cope with immortality, isn’t it? He knew that this would come to pass, and he laughed, and laughed, and laughed. After all these years we fear change more than death itself. We cower before it.”<br/><br/>“I will admit,” said Manushya, “that we elders are hesitant to change, but –“<br/><br/>“But nothing! You’ve all fostered a culture of depraved, ratlike cowardice in this court, Manushya, and I tire of it. My bureaucrats, my advisors – they scurry around me for favor like dogs seeking table scraps, but only when they’re not too busy stabbing one another in the back, and I<span style=""font-style: italic"">tire of it!</span>Half of my governors have no coin, and that’s<span style=""font-style: italic"">after</span>they’ve bled their domains dry through taxes! My generals have so forgotten war that they wouldn’t recognize it if it slapped them in the face!”<br/><br/>“’What purpose serves an empire? What purpose serves glory?’” Manushya quoted. The Devaraja flinched as if he’d been struck; those had been his own words hundreds of years before all of this madness. “Milord, what purpose serves life eternal, if it is not to enjoy the fruits of our labors all those years ago? We won our wars, Lord Zapathasura, and now you fault us for seeking gratification with what we won?”<br/><br/>Manushya hoped that the use of his true name would shock him back into reality; instead the Devaraja raised his hands to strike her, but hesitated. She did not flinch or react; finally he managed to scowl, “Be that as it may, there’s a rot firmly entrenched in this realm, Manushya. I begin to wonder whether it wouldn’t be better to excise it from within, before it grows any worse.”<br/><br/>With that declared the Devaraja stormed out of the room, leaving Manushya wondering, for the first time, whether it was such a good thing that the old God King had woken up after all.<br/><br/><div align=""center"">-----<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 125%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Barronsson Bank, Sasvata Nagara</span></span></span></div><br/><br/>A rather unusual customer stepped into the sole dwarven bank in the capital, with a dark grey cloak wrapped tightly around his frame. He was slightly hunched over, as if embarrassed and trying to be as nondescript as possible, but the cloak could not hide his red, bloodshot eyes or his pale skin. Nevertheless he proceeded, much as he imagined a mortal customer would, to find the nearest dwarf and hiss, “Thisss… this is the ‘bank’, is it not? I seek… financing.”<br/><br/>Yes, the new customer figured, that was an entirely normal way to interact with a dwarf. At the first mention of money, they could be relied upon to lose their sense of reason entirely, and that served his purposes perfectly.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">tl;dr, since we're all doing that now: In short, Lord Subahu has been intimidated into signing the treaty of human alliance, the Devaraja rages in court over the perceived cowardice and corruption of his nobility, and an odd customer has business with the dwarven bank in Sasvatanagara's capital.</div></div></div>"
15332,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=175,2014-12-30T17:45:00,Glajinard,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Arbamthaz, Glajinard</span><br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=22963969#p22963969"">wrote</a>:</cite>""There is no way to lure them onto the bridge. That old snake will have warned them against trying to cross. See, Duke... In Kylantha, we've something called a gustwagon. Now, it's not really a wagon."" he laughed again, ""It's a bloody bat. And it's big enough to carry around eight men on its back, all the way to its ass. But there's a weakness to every strength. Those noisy bastards are blind, and they're not too hard to spot."" The general drew his sword and prepared to sharpen it as he spoke to Dkag. ""They might also try to make sturdier bridges and other ways into the city. Ye know. I'd say that old pervert Taero learned from his mistakes..."" the general laughed again, harder than before and began to sharpen his sword.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Hmph,"" said Dkag, obviously displeased. ""The Ashryn are apparently not as stupid as I remember."" he said jokingly. He looked up at the wyrvens that had gathered on the city's walls and surrounding mountainside. ""I'm sure your wyrvens and our archers will make quick work of any<span style=""font-style: italic"">gustwagons</span>. I don't suppose, however, you have a clever strategy to propose?""<hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Devruoeh, Glajinard</span><br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=22963969#p22963969"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I never thought I would ever be in this place... You?"" said Airdan as he pulled gently at the ropes. The smilodon turned around in the same direction as Gesik and snarled, as if to say it was ready for a fight.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>High King Lakrir smiled wryly. ""No, I never expected you to ever be here either."" he said, showing his dwarf sense of humor as Dkag was doing miles away.<br/><br/>After several hours of marching the sun set below the horizon, and dusk fell on the marching army. Lakrir gave the order to encamp for the night. They had gotten a late start today, but they would be marching again before sunup. As campfires were lit and bedrolls spread out all through the army, High King Lakrir entered the tent his servants had set up. He had just taken off his armor when a messenger appeared in the doorway.<br/><br/>""Sir, I have the report you requested from the Griffin Corps."" said the messenger, handing Lakrir the letter.<br/><br/>Lakrir read over it quickly. The mission had been generally a success, only twelve griffins and their riders lost. Mostly to wyrvens and archers. The lack of casualties was attributed to the element of surprise, however the Kylanthans would be prepared for any more such actions. However, he only needed for the plan to work once. He ordered the griffin riders to return to accompany the army.<hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Barronsson Bank, Sasvata Nagara</span><br/><br/>Old Sidlo, patriarch of the Barronsson clan and proprietor of the establishment, eyed the new 'customer' suspiciously as he entered. Through 65 years of banking he had come to know just about everyone in his district of the Eternal City, and was on friendly terms with most of them. However, this person was unlike anyone he'd seen before. The stranger did, however, resemble the myth, legends, and rumors one heard about the reclusive rulers of the city. They were the monstrous, undying ones that the common people only spoke about in whispers.<br/><br/>Sidlo was a little frightened of the individual, but there was no doubt such a creature would not enter his establishment without serious extenuating circumstances. He approached cautiously.<br/><br/>""Yes sir. I am Sidlo, owner of this establishment, at your service. We offer a variety of loans and insurances, all at excellent interest rates. How may I be of assistance?"""
15333,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=175,2014-12-30T19:36:00,Hastiaka,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Archduchy of Alteria<br/>Territories of the High Elven Duchy<br/>Alinor</span></div><br/><br/>It was a warm night. All the feast and as the delegates awed. However, the warmth of the wind will not protect Alteria from the scandal that happened a few days ago with the Imperium of Man. The Noble Tribunal discussed this and put it into court. However, in the Mansion of the Duke Regent’s Estate, a High-elf, Belonging to the Unity Party raided his home. In a swift act of bravery, the Elf managed to sneak past through 20 Elite Archguard members un-noticed. This uncanny act was to be remembered forever.<br/>As the Elf sneaked towards his private quarters, He picked locked the heavy door. After several attempts, he was thwarted to abandon his mission. However, his last picklock opened the door. He approached the study table of the Duke Regent. Opening his secret journal cloaked in the 2nd closet of his Wooden table. As the Elf opened the journal. He was shocked at the first words.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Vendralis’ Private Journal</span><br/>My name is Duke Vendralis of House Everglade. I am the black sheep amongst the dukes and duchess of the Archduchy. I am the man who killed the last Archduke a decade ago. If your reading this, it’s either you are my descendant or are a theif. However, by the blessing of the Goddess Altera. May she guide this book to my descendants.<br/><br/>It all started when we were having a state dinner at the Lannione Estate. I was walking around the narrow corridors. Blah, I’m such a clusterphobic person. I met this Human. The Human was a girl. A Female in Human form. She was all to nice and all. We had a drink, we partied and we fell in love. That night, we were about to make love. However, she tricked me when she took my wallet and drawed her sword and pointed it against me. Enraged, she forgot that I had magic powers. As she vested the last blessings of the Goddess of Death; Zephina, I took my hand and casted a spell.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Vio, Trasus, Blaherius!</span>I shouted in elven language. Suddenly, a large fireball can be seen illuminating out of my hand. I quickly took it to my advantage when she was afraid. Humans were trecherous. From that day on, I would curse the Human Race …..<br/><br/>…. Tonight I gathered my wisdom and walked downwards the Dungeon. I was proclaimed Duke Regent a month ago. The damned Archduchess is still missing. Downstairs was a seemingly deserted location. It was a perfect place to imprison the Dark Duke Trevinos. He was the one who attempted to Kill the Archduchess three years ago at a State summit. Wow, it might suck if your in that cell. It was made of nothing. Made of magic. No one can escape that impregnable spell. He screamed in agony as he saw me walking by, eating luxurious food and offering him Wine.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Vendralis! Stop it! I can’t handle it anymore! Curse you for setting me up!’’</span>I grinned and threw the wine to the floor and the liquid flowed almost near the barrier. He salivated at the view. You see, my archnemisis are always fed with rats and mouse. Not to mention dirty water once in a while. As he salivated, I threw the bread and cookies at his barrier. Only to slide as he screamed in horror. I left his mad state in his cell. Never to leave the dungeons<br/><hr/><br/>The Elf, shocked in horror. Left the room only to be cornered by the Regent.<span style=""font-style: italic"">I see you have read my journal ey? Perhaps a visit to the ‘’Cage’’ will interest you most dearly. Poor elf.</span>The elf wondered why he was called elf. The Duke Regent wasn’t really a High Elf. He was.. a Demon. He devoured the body of the elf as the blood run through his room. The shouting was not heared by the Mortal Archguard guarding outside. The Elf screamed in agony until his dying breath. Duke Regent was once a High Elf. But due to the extent of his hatred against the Humans, he sold his body to the devil. He is a demon and will be growing stronger in every Sentient he eats.<br/>After the gruesome scene, he went downstairs and ordered wine. For he has guests to entertain in the Capital. He discussed with his dark collegues about a take over of the Archduchy once the EU summit is over.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">’’First, we shall abolish the Archduchy and place a Necromantic Magistrate. Second, the Dukes and Duchess forever. I will kill the Archduchess this time. I will defeat the trecherous Humans. I shall be known as the Great Crusader from now on. I shall crusade against the lies of Humans. Forever.<br/><br/>The Dukes and Duchess are to be hunted until all 360 of them are slaughtered. To be offered to me. Third, the loyal Generals, Officers and officials are to be evicted from position and executed. Fourth, the 1st to 7th Armies will sent near our borders. Let’s show them how the Alterians deal with them’’</span><br/><br/>He thought they were alone, Lord Valesius, Tridontus, Eritrun and Lady Aelia, Indrida and Valena over heared the conversation and warned the Dukes and Duchess of the Archduchy.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Summary""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">An elf from a Pro-Human party read the journal of Duke Regent Vendralis. Upon discovering he was evil, he was flanked by the regent himself and revealed himself as a Demonic Vampire and too devoured the Elf. Soon, he gathered with his co-conspirators planning to take over the Archduchy. Though, 6 Nobles overhear their conversation and will warn the other Dukes.</div></div></div>"
15334,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=175,2014-12-30T20:14:00,New Abrahammia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Drunken Pagan Weirdos <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=22965851#p22965851"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-size: 125%; line-height: 116%;"">Imperial Palace, Empire of Anihc</span></span></span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">This is all moving too quickly,</span> Subahu thought. He looked from one man to the other, then gave the Emperor a ceremonial bow. “Your Majesty, I reiterate that I must consult with the Lord Devaraja in private. If you will excuse me...?”<br/><br/>Subahu retired to his assigned rooms, summoning one of his accompanying mortal servants from Sasvatanagara “in all due haste”. Once there he drew all the windows, checked to ensure that nobody was watching or listening, and swiftly turned on the servant, silencing him with a hand over the mouth before beginning to drink deeply of his blood. Subahu knew well that he was tasked with refraining from any such behavior until he had returned to the safety of his own realm – but it had been a long journey, and the gourmand within could wait no longer. The servant’s struggles ceased as Subahu lapped greedily at his throat; finally – finally – Subahu stood and wiped his mouth, having drank his fill. Only then did it occur to him that he now had a dead body in his quarters, drained wholly of blood, and that if the Anihc courtiers or guards discovered it...<br/><br/>Subahu, in his arrogance, simply shrugged and reasoned that it would be simple to cover this up – the others could simply be told that the servant had been taken ill, and the body could be disposed of with little difficulty. <span style=""font-style: italic"">And that’s that.</span> He removed the body from sight, then laid out the implements necessary to begin the Ritual of Sending. Within minutes he was ready; the spell was cast and an image of the Devaraja, seated upon his throne, sprung up as if from the ground itself. “Milord – “ Subahu began.<br/><br/>“Hold,” the Devaraja commanded. He stood up from his throne, appearing to leer over the kneeled Subahu, and sniffed. Subahu knew well that smell was not one of the senses transmitted by the Ritual of Sending – including the faint scent of blood that the servant had left behind – but shrunk back guiltily regardless. “What have you to report?” the Devaraja finally asked, albeit with a low growl.<br/><br/>Subahu remained kowtowed. “Milord, the Emperor of Anihc has gone far beyond what we anticipated. He proposes a grand defensive alliance of nations – ourselves, his realm, the Dragon Empire, and perhaps even the Winterborn – though why he is so confident of the latter is beyond my ken. Regardless, it seems clear to me that the Emperor intends to use this alliance to secure his own ends with the non-human species of the East, either by removing us as a potential threat or directly requesting the use of our armies. Indeed, he –“<br/><br/>“Did you accept?” the Devaraja rumbled. His eyes narrowed, and he appeared to grow slightly in size and bulk.<br/><br/>“Well – no, Milord. He <span style=""font-style: italic"">says</span> it is for defensive purposes exclusively, but – “<br/><br/>“But you are afraid of war,” the Devaraja interrupted. “Agree to the alliance.”<br/><br/>“M-milord?”<br/><br/>The Devaraja glared down at Subahu with barely-concealed disgust. “We will use this to our advantage,” said he. “A grand alliance of humanity in the East will allow the Empire unrestricted access to the markets of Anihc and the eastern islands, as well as bind them to come to our defense should we suffer from seaborne piracy as a consequence. I will it that you demand exactly that as a condition of our approval, in fact. And it will give the Empire a guarantee of security in the North, thus freeing us to spread in… other directions.”<br/><br/>“Other directions, Milord?” Subahu repeated. “Surely we should keep to our own affairs, leave the merchants to their own devices –“<br/><br/>“And allow you to continue growing fat and happy sucking the peasantry dry, in both wealth <span style=""font-style: italic"">and</span> blood, on land that <span style=""font-style: italic"">I</span> won for you by the sword,” the Devaraja sneered. “And while we’re on the subject of sucking mortals dry…”<br/><br/>He appeared to grow larger still, until he towered over the cringing Subahu. “Were you not commanded to refrain from unsavory activity until your return to the Empire?”<br/><br/>“Milord, I can assure you that I’ve done nothing –“<br/><br/>“<span style=""font-style: italic"">Liar!</span>” the Devaraja roared. His face began to shift, to change, and his form bulked up and expanded. “Blood speaks to blood, and it tells me that you’ve killed a man in this very room! In the Imperial Palace at the heart of Anihc! I sent you here because I remembered you as a capable diplomat, not a gluttonous pig sunk into depravity! ”<br/><br/>He turned away from Subahu, as though speaking to others outside of the range of the spell. By this time the Devaraja’s transformation was complete, and he was no longer remotely human: he sported the lion’s head, nine-headed cobra tail, and multiple clawed limbs of his <a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i.imgur.com/yVVecCF.jpg?1"" rel=""nofollow"">demonic form</a>. “I think I’m beginning to see the true colors of many of my so-called ‘nobility’! I sleep for four hundred years, and all of you turn from capable administrators to corrupt degenerates who treat my realm as their personal playground!”<br/><br/>He hissed out a deep breath between his teeth, and appeared to calm and deflate as he turned back to Subahu. “Return to the Emperor and agree to his terms as I’ve outlined. And if everything is ruined due to your utter lack of self-discipline –“ he thrust a finger towards the dead body’s hiding place – “then upon your return you’ll see your heart ripped from your chest and devoured before your very eyes!”<br/><br/>Before Subahu could respond the Devaraja’s image vanished with a puff of smoke; he was left prostrate and trembling on the floor. After a few minutes he finally found the strength to stand, and called in two of his Rakshasa guards with instructions to discreetly be rid of the servant’s body, and to claim that he had died of sudden illness if necessary. Then, Subahu returned to the Emperor and the Dragon Empire’s ambassador.<br/><br/>“I am pleased to announce,” said he, with a small waver in his voice, “that the great Devaraja agrees with your plans. All of them. If you’ll allow me to insert just a few small modifications into the treaty, I will sign.”<br/><br/><div align=""center"">-----<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 125%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Throne Room, Royal Palace, Sasvata Nagara</span></span></span></div><br/><br/>The sorceress Manushya glanced at the space that Subahu’s image had occupied just seconds before and frowned. “I don’t believe anyone has been quite that harsh with him in a very long time,” she observed dryly.<br/><br/>The Devaraja turned to her and snarled, and the snakes on his tail stood up and hissed. “I tire of the timidity and stagnation of my so-called ‘nobility’, Manushya, and I see now why Ravana was so keen to grant my every wish. He knew that this would come to pass; the human mind is unable to cope with immortality, isn’t it? He knew that this would come to pass, and he laughed, and laughed, and laughed. After all these years we fear change more than death itself. We cower before it.”<br/><br/>“I will admit,” said Manushya, “that we elders are hesitant to change, but –“<br/><br/>“But nothing! You’ve all fostered a culture of depraved, ratlike cowardice in this court, Manushya, and I tire of it. My bureaucrats, my advisors – they scurry around me for favor like dogs seeking table scraps, but only when they’re not too busy stabbing one another in the back, and I <span style=""font-style: italic"">tire of it!</span> Half of my governors have no coin, and that’s <span style=""font-style: italic"">after</span> they’ve bled their domains dry through taxes! My generals have so forgotten war that they wouldn’t recognize it if it slapped them in the face!”<br/><br/>“’What purpose serves an empire? What purpose serves glory?’” Manushya quoted. The Devaraja flinched as if he’d been struck; those had been his own words hundreds of years before all of this madness. “Milord, what purpose serves life eternal, if it is not to enjoy the fruits of our labors all those years ago? We won our wars, Lord Zapathasura, and now you fault us for seeking gratification with what we won?”<br/><br/>Manushya hoped that the use of his true name would shock him back into reality; instead the Devaraja raised his hands to strike her, but hesitated. She did not flinch or react; finally he managed to scowl, “Be that as it may, there’s a rot firmly entrenched in this realm, Manushya. I begin to wonder where it wouldn’t be better to excise it from within, before it grows any worse.”<br/><br/>With that declared the Devaraja stormed out of the room, leaving Manushya wondering, for the first time, whether it was such a good thing that the old God King had woken up after all. <br/><br/><div align=""center"">-----<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 125%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Barronsson Bank, Sasvata Nagara</span></span></span></div><br/><br/>A rather unusual customer stepped into the sole dwarven bank in the capital, with a dark grey cloak wrapped tightly around his frame. He was slightly hunched over, as if embarrassed and trying to be as nondescript as possible, but the cloak could not hide his red, bloodshot eyes or his pale skin. Nevertheless he proceeded, much as he imagined a mortal customer would, to find the nearest dwarf and hiss, “Thisss… this is the ‘bank’, is it not? I seek… financing.”<br/><br/>Yes, the new customer figured, that was an entirely normal way to interact with a dwarf. At the first mention of money, they could be relied upon to lose their sense of reason entirely, and that served his purposes perfectly.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">tl;dr, since we're all doing that now: In short, Lord Subahu has been intimidated into signing the treaty of human alliance, the Devaraja rages in court over the perceived cowardice and corruption of his nobility, and an odd customer has business with the dwarven bank in Sasvatanagara's capital.</div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/>Emperor Rorepme smiles. ""Excellent. You will not regret this. This meeting is dismissed. We 3 shall meet again when the Hurly-Burly's done. When all is lost and won."" Emperor Rorepme begins escorting them out of the palace. Emperor Rorepme goes to his bedroom to take a nap. He had to look and act his finest when the Minotaur ambassador arrived. Rorepme dreams about kittens and how they run."
15335,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=175,2014-12-30T23:40:00,Hastiaka,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Archduchy of Alteria<br/>Territories of the High Elven Duchy<br/>EU Summit General Assembly</span></div><br/><br/>Everyone was sitting down in the Amphitheater. The comfortable seats contained the softest wool a sheep can give. The ventilation systems were working. The temperature inside became cold as the Ice from the vents melted yet still long lasting due to the enchantment cast upon the ice. Hundreds of Delegates sat down. It was at best, a International Assembly. In the amphitheater, all kinds of person are seen. Fat, thin, Healthy and utterly sick. The Medical crew were on standby. Inside the Headquarters, Duke Regent Vendralis came upon the Podium and began speaking.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">''Fellow Elves of the Elven Union, my dearest concern is of today. The Imperium of Man with it's grotesque population, marched and crossed the borders of Vallorion and almost entered Alterian territory where it not for our Fortresses. I am concerned about a possible alliance between the Humans. The EU is currently centered in Economics not aggression. I propose that we shall impose a trade pact with the Dwarven Nations. However, the threat is real. the Humans are....'' </span>before he even finished his speech, 5 High-ranking Generals ousted him. General Undaril went towards the podium.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">''He is wrong. He was planning to slaughter his own subjects. Nevertheless, Alteria will no longer be an Archduchy. Elections, derived from the Ancient Human civilization called Athens as researched by our Historians and Political analysts will be imposed as of today. The Elections will start next month. It shall be called Demoscracy. However, the Roman Republic once had senators and so shall we. The Humans must be respected. However, if needed, we will defend ourselves. We shall once more be called as the Republic of Alteria. Next month, we will have our first elections. Everyone. This will boost the EU once more. For demoscracy will equalize our Nation. Both Elves and Humans.'' </span><br/><br/>The audience clapped. Either for support or sarcasm. Alteria was changing. A new rebirth. To balance Elves and Humans.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Archduchess Caravan, Southern Faelonia</span><br/><br/>The Caravan only contained 60 Elves. The other 40 died as the endless desert storm plagued them. Others died of dehydration. While others died because of Bandit attacks. The Archduchess was still alive. She does not know what is happening to her homeland. However, she hears orcs down south. The Elves waited for the orcs. They do not yet notice the Elves."
15336,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=175,2014-12-31T05:29:00,The Holy Pagan Reich,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Court of Bones - Hrafenthron</span></span><br/><br/>A Hushed Silence Fell upon the Court of Bones as the messenger from the South entered the cold and windswept hall. Carved from celestial ice gifted to this world by their god, its massive vaulted roof was supported with great pillars of whalebone and many bas-relief carvings of religious significance adorning its walls. Priests, chieftains, merchants and other important figures, all clad in great fur cloaks; brown and black for the chieftains and merchants, white for the Priests. At the back of the hall upon a raised dais of Ice sat the immense black throne, carved of raw Iron and littered with runic inscriptions of a language and age long past, the seat of the High Kings of winter, the namesake of Hrafenthron.<br/><br/>Large and Imposing Guards, men of crude and rough bearing herded the man to the throne with High King Ongern sat. He was a sailor sent to deliver a letter but was seized along with the rest of the crew after they reached the great eastern port city of Beriheg. The Winterborn seized both letter and crew and drug the captains and several sailors to Hrafenthron, the priests often needing to intercede to keep the mortal servants of the Sasvatanagara Empire alive. After being made to kneel upon the hard and bitterly cold floor of the hall, the man is roughly dragged to his feat and approached by a learned Priest of Winter.<br/><br/>The priest then bade him speak ""Read the letter to the King and I will translate your words for him, do not delay"" and thus the sailor related the words of the Devaraja. And then he dared to look up and saw for a moment that the King of the Winterborn was not a striking man, not even as large as many of the other chieftains nor as heavily muscled as the many warriors he had seen during his travels, his bearded countenance almost plain. He sat there with a look of grim boredom, clad in his crown of mammoth bone and armor wrought from the scales of that the sailor assumed was a white dragon. Then he noted the eyes, hollow, cold, and unnaturally staring, something in them betraying a wrongness that quickly snatched away any measure of relief he felt. The King listened without saying a single word as the priest finished translating his worlds and some of the voices in the hall began to voice their opinions before being silenced by Vryka, High Priest of Winter but raised his hand.<br/><br/>Ongern spoke, as though he was assured of his course of action before the sailor walked in ""Very well, we will accept their ambassador. He will come to Hrafenthron and live amongst us and provisions will be taken for the needs of such a demon-creature of the south. A Priest of Tzernobolg will accompany you back to your lands and insure the safety of my gift to the Devaraja. Is this understood southlander?""<br/><br/>The man fearfully nodded and was joined by one of the hooded and nameless priests in the white cloaks accompanied by two dwarven slaves bearing a great oak cask. The Guards escorted them from the Court of Bones without so much as a word and silence once again reigned within those halls for a time. Then Ongern beckoned Vryka over to the Raven throne, his expression darkened. ""Do you really think it wise to truck with such demons and their weakling southland thralls?""<br/><br/>""I have read the signs my king, Tzernobolg demands that we seek allies for the times ahead. These infidels are truly abominations in the eyes of the great one, but I have seen a great noose closing and the rush of leaves many times in my dreams. We will need allies.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Szetkar - City west of the Wyrmspine mountains.</span></span><br/><br/>The crowd roared as the prisoners were marched to the great tree in the town square. A chained collum of elves was herded at spearpoint though the narrow streets between the sturdy yet primitive homes of the Winterborn tribesmen of the city. Szetkar was built on a great hill and walled in by a great palisade of frozen trees, and in the center, the great dead ash that served at the focal point of local worship of Tzernobolg. And today a dozen elves were marched with great cruelty and malice towards the tree as the crowd jeered and mocked them and the priest of winter spat curses at them as the guard hauled them up to the great tree. Then the crowd fell silent as a harsh wind blew down from the east and a great shaman climbed a rock before the tree to address the crowd.<br/><br/>""Of all the races of this word, the Winterlord favors MAN above all others! It is to us that he gave the gift of the forever ice, it is to us that he gave VISIONS! It is to us that he gave his favor, WE are the strongest! Destined to survive the eternal winter and dark as our enemies starve and freeze! Until the ice covers this world, we must be vigilant against jealous blasphemers such as these elves. Caught trying to sneak past our borders to practice their foul witch arts that Tzernobolg reviles! Look at these pale, spindly worms! These weak and detestable summerlanders! TELL ME WHAT SHOULD BE DONE WITH THEM!""<br/><br/>And the crowd roared for them to be taken to the tree and the guard set upon them viciously, beating and kicking them as they hauled them to the great ash and nailed them screaming to it. Elven blood flowed and soon froze, their faces contorted with horror as a dread and unnatural cold iced them over as soon as they were properly crucified against the tree's immense trunk. The cruel god of winter accepted the sacrifices and the winds howled, signaling his approval as the tree and the frozen ground drank in the life essence of the slain elves."
15337,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=175,2014-12-31T06:11:00,Russian people of america,"Nobunaga didn't answer as saru translated, neither did the other king. Before the thought about trade with another foreign land, they should increase the defensive power of anhik and their ally. He was about to ask the king something but he and his group were ushered out. Once out, nobuna complained about the sudden end to the meeting, Louise said nothing, she was practicing her magic. His ninja stayed at his side. He shook his head, saru looked dazed, finally he decided to return to his ship. They would return for the next meeting soon."
15338,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=200,2014-12-31T06:50:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Arbamthaz, Glajinard</span></span></div><br/>At the Duke's mention of a strategy, Ilthuryn stopped sharpening his sword and laughed heartily. ""Strategy? What strategy? All we have to do is fight them down to the last man if we have to. Keep them from moving on to other cities!""<br/><br/>""There's no more time to build an effective strategy. We can only hope they haven't brought Taero with them. Or else things will be much worse than we wanted!"" the general shrugged and set his sword aside to think. ""If Taero stands as their field officer, he will be able to devise a plan quickly. So if and when he is spotted, he must be neutralized.""<br/><br/>Just then, three halberd wielding guards ran past, towards the edge of the smaller fort. Ilthuryn jerked his head in their direction and followed them to the edge of the wall. He pointed at a few rocks and yelled at two of the guard in the ancient Ashryn language(Swedish). They nodded to the general, then to each other, before they mounted their wyverns and headed for the rock. A few minutes passed, and there seemed to be a fight stirring. Snow and dust were being thrown into the air as the wyvern brawled with a gustwagon. The Kylanthan soldiers on its back were thrown off as the Northern wyverns continued to tear at the large bat creature. Finally, the smaller of the two aimed for the gustwagon's neck and tugged at it. The creature fell dead, and the soldiers who had been riding it fled.<br/><br/>""Prepare yourselves!"" Ilthuryn yelled over the wall, keeping his eyes at the sky. There was a group of two gustwagons, in a triangular formation, three each. The general pointed at them and ordered for a wyvern squadron to get moving. As he ran back to grab his sword he yelled to Dkag.<br/><br/>""They're here! Get your defenses ready!""<br/><br/>Sure enough, horses and salamanders with their riders were pouring out from between gorges and behind rocks, and footmen were hurtling forward with their shields up. The Imperial Guard quickly pressed up against the walls they erected and began firing arrows and throwing spears over the barrier. Outside the wall itself, a salamander was just about to jump over the wall, but it was snatched in mid-air by a pair of large jaws. The chasm lizard had come up from beneath and swung the smaller reptile from side to side before casting it into the snow with its dead rider. More chasm lizards burst out from the snow, though outnumbered, were doing well. None of them fell as they pushed through the crowds beneath them.<br/><br/>From the walls of Arbamthaz and the deep gorge between it and the entrance, not only squadrons of wyverns appeared. There were<span style=""font-style: italic"">swarms</span>of them. Groups of ten each were flowing out of the gorge like a twister. Only a hundred of the wyvern riders had stayed with Airdan. The rest, number at 2,000 had stayed here to deal with the snow wyvern threat. As they arrived, they were quickly greeted by a storm of black fur and snow white claws that threw them out of the sky.<br/><hr/><br/>After the march from Devruoeh, Emperor Airdan drifted away from the camp with Captain Velatha at his side. Both were on their smilodon as they moved slowly and cautiously through the snow. Airdan intended to scout ahead of the army to make sure that no one from Taero's regime was watching them. As they were passing through a small tunnel formed by ice, Airdan spoke, looking up at the ceiling of the tunnel. It reflected him and the Captain.<br/><br/>""I'd like to thank you again, Captain, for saving me and my family. I will see to it that you are given a reward once we return to Bruun."" said Airdan softly, smiling wistfully. At the end of the tunnel was a short cliff that overlooked the first of many forts preceding Bruun itself. Velatha grinned under his helmet and nodded courteously to his Emperor.<br/><br/>""It is my pleasure, your Highness. I was raised to protect the Imperial family. I only did what was expected of me."" he replied, ordering for his smilodon to crouch. Airdan's smilodon followed suit.<br/><br/>""And I will be forever grateful for it."" the boy Emperor finally said, before dropping down. The two smilodon crept up to the edge of the cliff, and their riders peered down over the edge. Fagersta was well-lit, and well-guarded. Airdan knew not whether its inhabitants were loyal to him, or that viper, Taero. The two nodded to each other, and quickly returned to the encampment of dwarves and Ashryn troops. Airdan separated from Velatha and headed to Lakrir immediately.<br/><br/>""High King!"" he called, jumping off his smilodon. ""I've scouted ahead, with one of my guard, and have located the fort, Fagersta. Like all other forts, it sits in the easiest route to Bruun. If we are to cross the mountains, the chasm lizards may not be able to follow. Do we attack the fort?"""
15339,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=200,2014-12-31T07:39:00,Jamjai,"Twohorns Weaver packs everything he needs in his leather backpack. Bloodleg, Chicken, Oxy and Boneater were his four guards who will accompany him to Anihc's royal palace. There was also an entertainment group of eight fighters who will wrestle each other until one of them wins. The fighting crew were already waiting outside the Anihc border waiting for Twohorns Weaver and his guards. Twohorns and his guards approaches them and tells the escort that they are ready for departure. Before that, the minotaurs form a four-man formation and start walking. Twohorns remembers about the gift that he needs to give to the leader and smirks to himself that the gift is in his leather backpack."
15340,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=200,2014-12-31T08:28:00,Renetopia,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Maltan Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=22962864#p22962864"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Renetopia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=22962455#p22962455"">wrote</a>:</cite><hr/><br/><br/>The great gates of the city of Koreru opened and a group of 10 Dwarves riding on horses rushed to the tents. Among them was Dusrrreom the Bold, the very king of Koreru. The others were soldiers/diplomats, just in case.<br/><br/>Dusrrreom wasn't a very judgemental person in general, but he knew of the history of the Imperium and their possible goals. He knew that he will be the first of his kind to talk to a Human from the Imperium (or <span style=""font-style: italic"">Basrek</span> in Dwarven) in a long, long time.<br/><br/>When he approached the camp, he noticed that most of the Humans were staring at him. He probably looked interesting to them, with his long, oddly shaped beard and mustache, sturdy figure and armor coated with gemstones. Dusrrreom saw a person he figured was the commander and introduced himself.<br/><br/>""Greetings Commander. I am Dusrrreom the Bold, King of Koreru. I welcome you and your soldiers to the Dwarvenlands. To what do we owe the honor of your visit?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>""Welcome, I am Commander Railith Abil. I thank you for your warm welcome, I have come to deliver a letter to you and your kind I know not what it holds. I was not sure how long it would take for you and yours to come out to meet us, so I had the men make camp for the night we will be gone in the morning from your lands and return to the Sun Gate."" <br/><br/>Extending the letter the Commander would smile, the letter is wrapped in a dark red silk as the man offers it to the Dwarven King.<br/><br/>The Letter if read composes much the same as the letter delivered to the elves.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Greetings to whomever is reading this letter,<br/><br/>I have provided this envelope with my scouting forces to distribute to any and all that they meet, we wish for those that wish to travel to the Bulwark to be received and then to be taken into the heart of the Imperium. I wish to speak with you on various matters that pertain to all, that being trade or otherwise.<br/><br/>The parchment remains unsigned though it could be inferred it is by the God-Emperor of the Imperium.</div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/>Dusrrreom read the letter and was intrigued by its content. ""So, the Imperium is opening up to outsiders? Well that is good news!"" he said happily. ""If your Emperor wishes to talk trade with the Dwarves, he is in luck. The Dwarves of the Dwarvenlands are warriors, miners, blacksmiths, jewel-makers and traders.<br/><br/>I will take this letter to the High Council and we will proceed from there, maybe send a diplomat to your empire to negotiate about trade.<br/><br/>When you return home, you can tell your God Emperor that by opening the borders, he has opened a literal goldmine. The precious metals and gemstones are abundant in the Dwarvenlands.<br/><br/>I must go now and alert the High Council. I wish you luck on your future travels and endeavors, and on the behalf of my kind, welcome you to Kerorem, the Dwarvenlands.""<br/><br/>And with that, Dusrrreom bowed to the Commander, got back on his horse and rode to the city."
15341,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=200,2014-12-31T08:47:00,New Abrahammia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Jamjai <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=22974190#p22974190"">wrote</a>:</cite>Twohorns Weaver packs everything he needs in his leather backpack. Bloodleg, Chicken, Oxy and Boneater were his four guards who will accompany him to Anihc's royal palace. There was also an entertainment group of eight fighters who will wrestle each other until one of them wins. The fighting crew were already waiting outside the Anihc border waiting for Twohorns Weaver and his guards. Twohorns and his guards approaches them and tells the escort that they are ready for departure. Before that, the minotaurs form a four-man formation and start walking. Twohorns remembers about the gift that he needs to give to the leader and smirks to himself that the gift is in his leather backpack.</div></blockquote><br/>A group of 10 Anihc guards escort the men to the palace. A group of ninjas follow them until they're safely inside the palace. You can never be too safe when dealing with minotaurs. At the palace, Emperor Rorepme awoken and began writing the terms and conditions of the treaty he wanted them to sign. It was very much leaning in favor of Anihc and his people, but only because Anihc now had the support of 2 other nations. If they could not agree on a treaty and war resumed, they would make sure the battle would take place in their land, not in Anihc. Emperor Rorepme wondered how much he could get from them without causing further warfare. The copy he had ready read the following:<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Treaty of Peace, Friendship and Commerce between the most honorable Empire of Anihc and the Emperor of The White Hoofs of Assassa</span><br/><br/>The White Hoofs of Assasa must grant the Empire of Anihc 10 million silver dollars in installments over 3 years. If it is not paid in a timely manner, an annual interest rate of 5 percent will be charged to Assasa.<br/>The White Hoofs of Assasa must surrender the southern town of Ruatonim to the Empire of Anihc.<br/><br/>The White Hoofs of Assasa must abolish forced labor completely.</div></blockquote>"
15342,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=200,2014-12-31T09:29:00,Personal Freedom,"<blockquote><div><cite>Hastiaka <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=22970741#p22970741"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Archduchy of Alteria<br/>Territories of the High Elven Duchy<br/>EU Summit General Assembly</span></div><br/><br/>Everyone was sitting down in the Amphitheater. The comfortable seats contained the softest wool a sheep can give. The ventilation systems were working. The temperature inside became cold as the Ice from the vents melted yet still long lasting due to the enchantment cast upon the ice. Hundreds of Delegates sat down. It was at best, a International Assembly. In the amphitheater, all kinds of person are seen. Fat, thin, Healthy and utterly sick. The Medical crew were on standby. Inside the Headquarters, Duke Regent Vendralis came upon the Podium and began speaking.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">''Fellow Elves of the Elven Union, my dearest concern is of today. The Imperium of Man with it's grotesque population, marched and crossed the borders of Vallorion and almost entered Alterian territory where it not for our Fortresses. I am concerned about a possible alliance between the Humans. The EU is currently centered in Economics not aggression. I propose that we shall impose a trade pact with the Dwarven Nations. However, the threat is real. the Humans are....'' </span> before he even finished his speech, 5 High-ranking Generals ousted him. General Undaril went towards the podium.<br/><br/> <span style=""font-style: italic"">''He is wrong. He was planning to slaughter his own subjects. Nevertheless, Alteria will no longer be an Archduchy. Elections, derived from the Ancient Human civilization called Athens as researched by our Historians and Political analysts will be imposed as of today. The Elections will start next month. It shall be called Demoscracy. However, the Roman Republic once had senators and so shall we. The Humans must be respected. However, if needed, we will defend ourselves. We shall once more be called as the Republic of Alteria. Next month, we will have our first elections. Everyone. This will boost the EU once more. For demoscracy will equalize our Nation. Both Elves and Humans.'' </span><br/><br/>The audience clapped. Either for support or sarcasm. Alteria was changing. A new rebirth. To balance Elves and Humans. <br/><br/><hr/><br/></div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Celegal</span></span><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">As much as humanity seeks to threaten us, they forget elves were part of the undoing and will be able to undo them again. They do not have the high arts of magic we do and with our allies we will work to send them back. The population is a worrisome though...</span>Celegal thought before hearing of the change of the government structure of Alteria. This was of mild interest to him and could potentially solve some issues in the future with a particular noble family originally from inside the city of Avalon, but who also owned a manor in central Alteria.<br/><br/>""I applaud the Alterian's change of government,"" Celegal began to say to an emissary sitting next to him from some other member state. He wasn't sure which, but it hardly mattered. ""We of the Leanaí de Math longg ago decided that blood was a poor basis for a government system. Nobility now means little other than having born into old money. This is an important step for any country to make and the duke-regents has our support on the matter. I do suppose it is a bit of a bad time to implement it though, if there is ever a bad time. The archduchess is away and to come and find that she no longer has the same power she once had, I imagine that would be a bit of a surprise.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">The trade pacts with the dwarves seem fine as well though I believe they could be far better as an agent to secure good relationships than for the trade we will receive. If played right we could have have dwarvish infantry to bolster our lines for the inevitable future war. We need to have a more personal discussion on foreign affairs of the alliance. There is so much that could be done. What we really need is a defense plan and I may have a few ideas on the matter. I also need to inform my allies of the traitors who may attempt to seek refuge among them. Ildor and Nerwenye cannot be allowed to escape. They both have the potential to seed the roots destruction and rebellion wherever they go.</span>"
15343,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=200,2014-12-31T10:55:00,Glajinard,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Arbamthaz, Glajinard</span><br/><br/>As the wyrvens took down the first gustwagon, Duke Dkag quickly hopped back on his elk. He spurred it forward, clattering across the bridge. As the wyrvens and gustwagons clashed overhead, he rode through the gates. Jumping off he quickly began barking orders. To the city militia, which had already been summoned and equipped by the City Council. Normally the militia numbered 750, but due to the emergency more able-bodied dwarves had been recruited, and the number now stood close to 1,400. Obviously the new recruits were poorly trained, and the city armories were stretched thin.<br/><br/>""Archers to the wall! I want a battalion of swordsmen, spears-men and archers, one the double!"" He put on his own helmet and continued. ""Train one trebuchet on the bridge, in case I need it taken out. Fire the others at will into the Kylanthan army, flaming missiles. Don't man the ballistae unless they make it through the Imperial Guard, the range isn't long enough.""<br/><br/>The battalion of 400 dwarves, wielding swords, spears, bows, and large shields, formed in just minutes. Dkag mounted his elk and set a double pace back across the bridge. They rushed towards the lower forts to assist the Imperial Guardsmen. Meanwhile, flaming projectiles began streaking across the sky, falling among the attacking Kylanthan army.<hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Dwarven Army Camp</span><br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=22973958#p22973958"">wrote</a>:</cite>""High King!"" he called, jumping off his smilodon. ""I've scouted ahead, with one of my guard, and have located the fort, Fagersta. Like all other forts, it sits in the easiest route to Bruun. If we are to cross the mountains, the chasm lizards may not be able to follow. Do we attack the fort?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Well,"" said Lakrir, ""that is a problem. I would take valuable time to go around the fort. It would also take a lot of time and blood to take the fort. We don't have the time to spare for either."" Lakrir thought for a moment. ""Do you believe they are loyal to Taero? If not they may let us pass if you show yourself to them."""
15344,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=200,2014-12-31T12:48:00,Renetopia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Glajinard <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=22963573#p22963573"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Gikerahaf, Glajinard</span><br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Renetopia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=22962455#p22962455"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Bah, you don't need to apologize."", said Busem. ""These things happen, and I understand the seriousness of the issue. But, let's start the negotiation, shall we?<br/><br/>See, my people are always in search for trading opportunities. The Alps provide gems and rare metals, and their forests provide wood. However, that's all there is. Farming and fishing are difficult because of the high elevation and long cold winters, so food is expensive. And there's another issue. The gemstones. They have become almost worthless back in the Dwarvenlands because they're so abundant. But that's not the case with the rest of the world. So that's why the Dwarves of Kerorem trade their gems with... Well, pretty much anyone.<br/><br/>Tell me, is there anything that's really abundant in Glajinard?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Rarnol chuckled slightly at Busem's rather gruff manner, it seemed the southern dwarfs had much less use for formality than his own compatriots. <br/><br/>""We too rely on gold and precious metals for our economy. We have a profitable relationship with the Venali, however. We supply them with the fruits of our mining (gold, gems, iron, etc) and they provide us with fish and agricultural products. We often hire them to tend our herds and gardens as well. Perhaps the Dwarvenlands should consider opening their borders to attract surface dwellers who would fill a similar role? We find the relationship to be highly productive."" <br/><br/>""Additionally, we use our excess precious metals and gems through our system of banks. Often dwarf merchants will take gold and gems to set up banks in foreign lands, using them as endowments. Often if they need to make a big loan they will write back home, where they can buy gold and silver for much cheaper than were they are. We could easily assist you in setting up a similar system, our merchants may even wish to work together. Finally, I'm afraid we have little in the way of trade goods that you do not also have."" <br/><br/>""The High King wanted me to discuss the possibility of a declaration of friendship between our two realms, or perhaps even a defensive alliance. Would you consider this?""</div></blockquote><br/>""Banks?"", asked Busem. ""Yes, I've heard of them. We've never had them in the Dwarvenlands. I mean, we have treasuries, where the riches of a city are kept, but we've never had banks. It's an intriguing idea.<br/><br/>As for a declaration of friendship, the High Council will have to decide on that, but I think I speak for everyone when I say we're more than happy. A defensive alliance would be possible, but not practical.<br/><br/>Let's say that... Oh, I don't know... Someone attacks the Dwarvenlands. It would take a long time for a messenger to travel all the way to Glajinard, deliver the message, and then the Glajinardi army to come to the Dwarvenlands. Even worse, we don't have access to the sea, nor any chance at acquiring any kind of shoreline, so any travel between our nations is hard because it has to be by land, through other kingdoms' territories."""
15345,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=200,2014-12-31T12:50:00,New Nassrau,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""color: #800000""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">The Bastion of Latium<br/>Constantinople</span></span></span></div><br/><br/>Laodice was sitting in the Palace gardens. The breeze of the ocean and the scent of the flowers melded together into a gorgeous scent. She loved the gardens. When she became the official empress of the Roman Empire, she revitalized the horticulture of the capital and made the city greener. It was certainly a much needed morale boost. The time spent in the city has been amazing for her, however, she felt the need to go to there cities and make them greener. Thessaloniki, Nicea, Nicomedia, Antioch, Athens, Belgrade... there were countless towns in need of hope outside of Constantinople. She picked up a rose. The thorns touched her skin, yet she did not recoil in pain. She let the thorns pierce her arm. Pain. Neither her or Valentine have ever experienced pain. Well, obviously besides childbirth, but they never felt a different kind of pain. Hardships. She can usher in so much to help her people, but her husband would not allow it. She sat back down on the stone bench. The wind blew again, and ever so suddenly a note fell into her lap! It was in a letter, and had Laodice written on the front. Laodice stood up and looked above. The Palace walls had nothing on them. Leaves hit the wall and fell down. Maybe the card came from elsewhere? She frantically turned around and saw no one. Confused, she sat back down and opened the letter.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Dear, Our Beloved Empress, Laodice<br/><br/>Read well, for this message is not from your so called guards, but of other, more caring guardians. We know of your struggles. Day and night, your activity has caused a sense of hope throughout the nation. An unwelcome effect of that is becoming clear. Dark forces are at work. They hide behind what is holy, and fool everyone, including you. Empress Laodice, your wisdom is boundless, and your husband is unaware. More so, he refuses to acknowledge that you are more than just a beauty. Take your knowledge, and save this nation. Even with all that you know, we must send you this warning. A calamity is upon us, one that we cannot halt. Divine forces are at work that seek to stop you and keep humanity unaware of the changes outside. Empress Laodice, the world outside our borders is not the same as it was over a thousand years ago. No longer do hordes roam and kill. The beasts are not beasts... there are nations. There are societies thriving, and higher forces are at work that seek to stop Romans from knowing that. Our beloved Empress, your life is in danger if you do not take swift action... and do not trust the Pope...<br/><br/>Sincerely, Your True Protectors</span></blockquote><br/><br/>Laodice held her mouth and got up. What was she to do?"
15346,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=200,2014-12-31T14:12:00,Glajinard,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Gikerahaf, Glajinard</span><br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Renetopia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=22977255#p22977255"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Banks?"", asked Busem. ""Yes, I've heard of them. We've never had them in the Dwarvenlands. I mean, we have treasuries, where the riches of a city are kept, but we've never had banks. It's an intriguing idea.<br/><br/>As for a declaration of friendship, the High Council will have to decide on that, but I think I speak for everyone when I say we're more than happy. A defensive alliance would be possible, but not practical.<br/><br/>Let's say that... Oh, I don't know... Someone attacks the Dwarvenlands. It would take a long time for a messenger to travel all the way to Glajinard, deliver the message, and then the Glajinardi army to come to the Dwarvenlands. Even worse, we don't have access to the sea, nor any chance at acquiring any kind of shoreline, so any travel between our nations is hard because it has to be by land, through other kingdoms' territories.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The Chancellor nodded. ""I understand completely, we would have an equally different time assisting you in a similar situation. I mean to suggest not a defensive alliance as other nations might have, but something recognizing the unique situation of dwarves. Along with a statement of friendship, perhaps it would be better to call it a ""mutual assistance alliance."" In the event of war against one of us the other will use all its economic, diplomatic, and other powers to assist the other. We wouldn't expect to receive an army from you, but an embargo on the enemy and its allies would be expected. Additionally, if one of use borders an enemy they could attack and harass it.""<br/><br/>""I understand your need to speak with the High Council, we also have a similar body called the High Court which would have to approve the alliance. Would messages by raven be sufficient, or would you need to return south?"""
15347,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=200,2014-12-31T15:01:00,The Holy Pagan Reich,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Foreverdark Woods - Sacred Grove adjacent to Hrafenthron</span></span><br/><br/>The eyes of the Initiated glowed bright blue under the dense snow covered canopy of the grove as fog rose from the ground. This was a place deeply sacred to Tzernobolg, where the first pacts between Shamans of the land and the Winter Lord were forged and sunlight nor warmth never penetrated this grove, the power of the god maintaining an unnatural cold and dark even for this far northern place. The chill of this place could kill even a Winterborn man within minutes unless he truly carried the favor of his god, and as such only the Priests and the dreaded pact-Shamans of the Winter Lord came here to seek reflection, meditation and communion with their Lord. Here the dread spirits of the North could pass freely into reality and those few southlanders who passed near to the wood can still hear the unearthly song.<br/><br/>A shaman of immense power rose from his meditations with his circle, interrupted by an acolyte bearing a rimefire lantern (enchanted fire and the only kind permitted within Winterborn holy places) and bearing an item wrapped in thick woolen cloth. The shaman bid him approach the circle and the acolyte bowed, careful not to show the slightest disrespect for the shaman.<br/>""Tell me little acolyte, why does the High Priest of Winter not come and see me himself, why does he see fit to send a barely initiated toady into this most sacred of places to interrupt my meditations."" The shaman Mulalyr sneered, his eyes especially aglow amongst his circle as he sized up the acolyte, an unskilled priestling forced to use a lantern of rimefire and stumble into the dark after him. Careful not to termble, the acolyte unwrapped the cloth and presented a letter from the Emperor of Anihc.<br/><br/>""So the bloated Empire of Anihc's princeling requests an alliance with our peoples? After we raided and sacrificed many of their warriors to solidify out position with the Southern Khans? Interesting. Ongern is intent on taking more captives from that land....ahh so Vryka intents to dissuade our dear King. Leave this place now and repeat nothing, or I will show you a depth of terror you never knew existed!""<br/><br/>The acolyte calmly bowed and departed with as much dignity as he could muster.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Sturdy little bastard thought Mulalyr to himself, perhaps the new generation of Winter Priests will be worthy after all.</span>After he was gone, Mulalyr turned to the circle. ""This is interesting news indeed, coupled with our brother-shamans sending word of strange vessels sighted by the seafarers of Beriheg and the Shard Island. The world wakes and we must be ready. Say nothing and delay any inquiries from the King. I will attend to this personally.""<br/><br/>The shamans nodded and resumed their meditations as their leader took the shape of a great white owl and took off into the night, flying southwards with the wind ever on his side.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Steppeland border between the White Hoofs and the Winterborn</span></span><br/><br/>Adazod halted his mount and order his warband to do likewise. He was an imposing man who looked every put the son of the former great Khan in his armor of lamellar and helm adorned with the great horns of a slain minotaur. Fifty frostbitten survivors of the chilling cold that ravaged the horselords now stood proudly mounted upon their new Tarpan steeds, their misty breath rising as their leader awaited the outriders.<span style=""font-style: italic"">My father may resent our new god and new ways but I will make them my own and go onward to glory! These minotaurs will be excellent offerings to the Winter God. May every death here be in tribute to him!</span><br/><br/>His face cracks into a deep smile after the outriders return with news of a minotaur camp, a small border village with relatively few defenders. He motioned for 10 of the men to bring up the spare horses and wait for his signal and then motioned the rest forward. The horsemen rode into the village with great speed alarming the villagers and burying arrows into the guards before they can react, and then slaughtering the rest when they attempt to surrender. Arrows from their recurve bows fly in waves as minotaurs attempt to flee and sound the alarm, killing all those foolish enough not to seek shelter as a detachment of raiders whisper a prayer of absolution from thier new god and hurl torches onto the roofs of the houses. The civilians run as it the only option left as the raiders put them to sword and lance, all save the children.<br/><br/>Later in the burning remnants of the village, the few survivor minotaur children are bound to the spare horses and lead away with anything else of value as the village burned and the warband sacrificed the dying to their god, carving eldritch symbols into their skulls and mounting them on pikes, save for the horns which are taken as trophies.<br/><br/>""Let us depart quickly men, it won't take long for the horned beast to react and foolishly attempt to retaliate. Then Tzernobolg will have more than his fill of blood and slaves!'<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Imperial Palace - Ainhc</span></span><br/><br/>Later that night that night the Prince of Ainhc was visited by a white owl in his dreams. It flew into palace, buoyed by a snowstorm and bid him meet him alone a few weeks from now in the city gardens."
15348,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=200,2014-12-31T17:55:00,Harndar,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">United Dwarven Kingdoms of Gordebul, Kingdom of Alron</span><br/><br/>The Lord of Alron, Goran Swordbane, walks down the street. He was enjoying the scenery that surrounded his kingdom. Alron was a both in a mountain and on a valley, it had roads that entered and exited both dimensions, the overworld and the underground, trees plot the land within the kingdom, same with stone buildings. While dwarves walk from one place to another, the smell of pine somehow filled the air, relaxing most of the dwarves. Goran took a breath, broke into a smile and embraced the view. His moment of silence broke when a dwarf came up behind him,""M'Lord?"" He spoke with ease. Goran looked behind him and looked at a dwarf, he inferred that he was was an elite messenger then turns around. ""Yes, my friend, does my fellow lords want to meet me now?""<br/><br/>""Y-Yes, but how do you kn-""<br/><br/>""If someone sends a elite messenger, that means something important, but usually the lords use them as 'meeting callers'"" He said walking to his palace."" Since you were a elite messenger, I thought you may have known that.""<br/><br/>""They never told me about it, it's my first day.""<br/><br/>""Ah, well I hope you keep this job as long as he can."" Goran said with a smile and walked away<br/><br/>""Thank you sir."" The messenger said, sadly Goran wasn't close enough to hear"
15349,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=200,2014-12-31T18:03:00,Northern Arcadian Empire,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Kingdom of Arcadia, Ateria</span><br/><br/>Ateria was the capital of the Kingdom, it was a medium sized town with a great stone walled castle with its keep nestled upon a medium sized hill. Within the town people where walking around, or what what seemed to be people, they where actually dwarves. These where fierce people in the heat of the battle who valued honor, glory, and there coins.<br/><br/>A small patrol of Arcadian Foot soldiers walked through the town, just a normal patrol since the Enemy's Waking, they where armed with leather chest plates, steel helms, swords, spears, and bows. They walked into the towns only Inn and as they walked in everyone turned to see the soldiers then returned to there own business. The bartender looked at the group as he picked up a cloth and wiped is hands<br/>""So what it be, Sirs?"" Asked the man<br/>""Ale and food, please"" said the lead soldier sitting down at a table<br/>""Alrighty, I'll get that"" said the Bartender walking into the kitchen, the soldiers sat down next to there Sargent Major an began discussing what has been going on.<br/>""Did you here what has been happening near Henry's Crossing?"" Asked the Corporal<br/>""Yea, half of the militia was killed by a forest ogre...nasty things"" replied a private rubbing his chin<br/>""I heard those things wait until the cover of night to attack caravans and small villages"" said another<br/>""We'll I fought two of those things, lost my left eye and several teeth"" said a grumpy lance corporal pointing to his eye and to his teeth, he had several gaps. Soon the bartender walked up holding several wooden plates of bread, cheese and meat along with several mugs of ale.<br/><br/>""Here you go mates, first round is on the house"" he said passing out the plates<br/><br/>The soldiers gave there thanks and started to eat, drink, and laugh<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ateria Castle</span><br/>King Frederick paced back and forth in the throne room, it was decorated with great carpets and beautiful tapestries and banners. Then he finally sat down on his Throne sighing<br/>""Davison, how is the East Army holding?"" He said picking up his ale goblet and sipping form it<br/>A royal adviser walked up to him and looked at the report<br/><br/>""Sir there holding position and currently don't need anymore reinforcements, however scouts have reported that there is a large group of Forest ogres near Henry's Crossing and Jamesburg"" he said putting away the report<br/><br/>""I see...send word to the Jamesburg militia to be ready for a possible raid""<br/><br/>""As you wish"" said the adviser walking away"
15350,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=200,2014-12-31T19:55:00,Mesrane,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">OOC: Nuridia I think this is for you</div></div></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Niemala, Kingdom of Toisilaa</span><br/><br/>Rain pelted the ageless battlements as King Viryas Sukavestaa gazed out across his capital of Niemala, and beyond that the deep woods of his forested realm of Toisilaa. From the citadel in which his father and grandfather had ruled, the Toisilaan capital looked small.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Mostly because it is,</span>he reflected. But that was also because Niemala, like so many other cities in the realm, had the bulk of its population underground, in vast caverns that had been enlarged by the First Men, before the arrival of the Vanhin elves out of the east, his people. These caverns had been further enlarged over four centuries of elvish rule, leading to the present day. Unlike most of their kind, the Vanhin elves held a strong affinity and reverence for places deep under the earth, where they felt most at home; the refuge of his people.<br/><br/>Viryas considered the lands beyond his own wooded realm: To the north, Kylantha, the Empire of slavers. He wanted little to do with them, but if they were willing to leave him alone and trade, he would do the same. To the south and east: Faelona, the Fae realm. It was a place he was wary of, yet their wisdom was said to be held in high esteem. He would seek them out. Other than that, he would send ships out to the edge of the known world to discover what could be. As the drizzling rain turned into a pelting torrent, Viryas turned to face his First Councilor; Kivel Heitala, who had been waiting patiently while his King worked out his thoughts. ""Come Kivel, we have much to discuss."" Viryas ushered him back through a thick oaken door and into the citadel. A guard, dutifully resigned to watch duty upon that section of the citadel wall, shut the door behind the pair and sighed as the storm thoroughly soaked him in a matter of seconds.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Several days later, Eastern marches of the Earldom of Joensuu</span><br/>A half-dozen riders pulled to a halt as they reached the summit of a barren hill, sticking out like a sore thumb from the severe pines which encircled it. ""Maunu,"" one rider growled. ""Down past this hill is Fae territory. Our purpose is diplomatic, but who knows if our reception will be eh? Keep your wits about you and your swords close."" He spurred his horse forward, down the hill and into the Kingdom of Faelona."
15351,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=200,2014-12-31T20:36:00,Jamjai,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=22974628#p22974628"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Treaty of Peace, Friendship and Commerce between the most honorable Empire of Anihc and the Emperor of The White Hoofs of Assassa</span><br/><br/>The White Hoofs of Assasa must grant the Empire of Anihc 10 million silver dollars in installments over 3 years. If it is not paid in a timely manner, an annual interest rate of 5 percent will be charged to Assasa.<br/>The White Hoofs of Assasa must surrender the southern town of Ruatonim to the Empire of Anihc.<br/><br/>The White Hoofs of Assasa must abolish forced labor completely.</div></blockquote></div></blockquote><br/>Twohorns and his four guards climb the stairs of the decorative palace. Twohorns meets the Emperor of Anihc and is suddenly handed a treaty. Twohorns reads it and processes for about six minutes. He tells the Emperor that on behalf of King Moffi that he accepts the offer. But in reality, Twohorns didn't like the offer but was too weary from the journey to bargain with the Emperor so he just accepts it. He signs the paper and tells the Emperor in a deep throaty voice that they will free all the remaining slaves into Anihc territory once we have bring back this treaty to King Moffi. Twohorns estimates that the slave population of Assasa is around five thousand to the emperor of Anihc. Once the meeting was over the emperor left in quickly manner. The Anihc guards escorted them back to the outside world. Twohorns tells the escort that they ready to back to the border separating Anihc and Assasa."
15352,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=200,2014-12-31T21:24:00,New Abrahammia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Jamjai <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=22981423#p22981423"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=22974628#p22974628"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/></div></blockquote><br/>Twohorns and his four guards climb the stairs of the decorative palace. Twohorns meets the Emperor of Anihc and is suddenly handed a treaty. Twohorns reads it and processes for about six minutes. He tells the Emperor that on behalf of King Moffi that he accepts the offer. But in reality, Twohorns didn't like the offer but was too weary from the journey to bargain with the Emperor so he just accepts it. He signs the paper and tells the Emperor in a deep throaty voice that they will free all the remaining slaves into Anihc territory once we have bring back this treaty to King Moffi. Twohorns estimates that the slave population of Assasa is around five thousand to the emperor of Anihc. Once the meeting was over the emperor left in quickly manner. The Anihc guards escorted them back to the outside world. Twohorns tells the escort that they ready to back to the border separating Anihc and Assasa.</div></blockquote><br/>Emperor Rorepme was suprised how they accepted such a treaty, but decided not to think to much about it. He was a little disappointed they had forgotten to bring a gift, as it is customary, but he shrugged it off pretty quickly. The war is won and Assasa has accepted it. He wasn't going to let them all in because of a bunch of immigrants move in, they'll take the humans' jobs. Emperor Rorepme orders military to act as border guards to every side that the good wall does not cover. He then eats a carrot and goes back to sleep.<br/><br/>The guards begin escorting Twohorns back to Assasa, thinking that it was a surprisingly short meeting. They then feel disappointment over Assasa's failure to bring the entertainment promised, but soon forgot about it. The guards then have a discussion with each other about turnips."
15353,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=200,2014-12-31T23:45:00,Drunken Pagan Weirdos,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Governor’s Palace, City of Visakhapatnam, Andhra Province, Sasvatanagara</span></span></div><br/>Five Rakshasa, faces shrouded with hoods, sat around a circular table in a dark room in the recesses of the Governor’s Palace. They listened in silence to a sixth Rakshasa pacing before him. “Events move more quickly than we had anticipated,” said he. “According to our eyes and ears, the Devaraja’s return has not been the death knell of our plans, as we at first believed. He despises the Elders as much as we.”<br/><br/>“Can he be brought over to our cause?” one of the sitting Rakshasa interrupted. “Perhaps –“<br/><br/>“Of course not,” the first speaker replied. “He is still an Elder, and thus cannot be trusted. What a foolish thing to say, Hidimbi! But it does buy us both time and valuable breathing room; the attention the Elders focus upon plotting against their God-King is attention not focused on us. How comes the Naga plot, Hidimba?”<br/><br/>The man sitting to the left of Hidimbi cleared his throat. “We are still raising the necessary funds, my friend,” he said. “In fact, our puppet” – there was a collective chuckle amongst those in the room – “is raising what will hopefully be the last of them as we speak. After that, it remains only a matter of contacting the Naga themselves. It’s a pity we can’t do the dirty deed ourselves, but, well, we must be able to point the finger of accusation elsewhere if we fail – and I have personally built layer upon layer of falsehood to make it so.”<br/><br/><div align=""center"">---------<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Barronsson Bank, City of Sasvata Nagara</span></span></div><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Glajinard <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=22967091#p22967091"">wrote</a>:</cite><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Barronsson Bank, Sasvata Nagara</span><br/><br/>Old Sidlo, patriarch of the Barronsson clan and proprietor of the establishment, eyed the new 'customer' suspiciously as he entered. Through 65 years of banking he had come to know just about everyone in his district of the Eternal City, and was on friendly terms with most of them. However, this person was unlike anyone he'd seen before. The stranger did, however, resemble the myth, legends, and rumors one heard about the reclusive rulers of the city. They were the monstrous, undying ones that the common people only spoke about in whispers. <br/><br/>Sidlo was a little frightened of the individual, but there was no doubt such a creature would not enter his establishment without serious extenuating circumstances. He approached cautiously. <br/><br/>""Yes sir. I am Sidlo, owner of this establishment, at your service. We offer a variety of loans and insurances, all at excellent interest rates. How may I be of assistance?""</div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/><br/>The individual blinked several times, appearing to gaze out over Sidlo’s shoulder, before returning his attentions to the conversation at hand. “It isss… how can I put it… a delicate affair of which I wish to speak, Sidlo Barronsson. I am Bakasura, Lord of Andhra Province, and I seek…”<br/><br/>He glanced about his person and adjusted his robes to better hide his figure. “…financing and counsel. If you wisssh to keep this establishment, you will hear me out, in private. Tell me... how do these 'loans' work?”<br/><br/><div align=""center"">---------</div><br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>The GAmeTopians <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=22955367#p22955367"">wrote</a>:</cite><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">TO: Leader(s) and Royalty, All Countries<br/>FROM: The Creed<br/>Good day,<br/>We hereby invite any and all recipients of this letter to a ball and feast at Castle Delera on Isla Daltara. The feast will begin at 5 hours from high noon 1 month from this day, and the ball will follow once the feast has been finished.<br/>Sincerely,<br/>The Creed</blockquote></div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-style: italic"">To whom it may concern,<br/><br/>The Eternal Empire of Sasvatanagara would be honored to send a representative to this special occasion. Please expect an emissary to arrive one day prior to the indicated gate, the better to get to know your illustrious nation and culture. We look forward to the day.<br/><br/>Glory unto you always,<br/>Lord High Councilor Karambha<br/>In the name of His Majesty the Devaraja of Sasvatanagara</span></blockquote><br/><br/><div align=""center"">---------</div><br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>The Holy Pagan Reich <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=22973330#p22973330"">wrote</a>:</cite><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Court of Bones - Hrafenthron</span></span><br/> <br/> A Hushed Silence Fell upon the Court of Bones as the messenger from the South entered the cold and windswept hall. Carved from celestial ice gifted to this world by their god, its massive vaulted roof was supported with great pillars of whalebone and many bas-relief carvings of religious significance adorning its walls. Priests, chieftains, merchants and other important figures, all clad in great fur cloaks; brown and black for the chieftains and merchants, white for the Priests. At the back of the hall upon a raised dais of Ice sat the immense black throne, carved of raw Iron and littered with runic inscriptions of a language and age long past, the seat of the High Kings of winter, the namesake of Hrafenthron. <br/><br/> Large and Imposing Guards, men of crude and rough bearing herded the man to the throne with High King Ongern sat. He was a sailor sent to deliver a letter but was seized along with the rest of the crew after they reached the great eastern port city of Beriheg. The Winterborn seized both letter and crew and drug the captains and several sailors to Hrafenthron, the priests often needing to intercede to keep the mortal servants of the Sasvatanagara Empire alive. After being made to kneel upon the hard and bitterly cold floor of the hall, the man is roughly dragged to his feat and approached by a learned Priest of Winter.<br/><br/> The priest then bade him speak ""Read the letter to the King and I will translate your words for him, do not delay"" and thus the sailor related the words of the Devaraja. And then he dared to look up and saw for a moment that the King of the Winterborn was not a striking man, not even as large as many of the other chieftains nor as heavily muscled as the many warriors he had seen during his travels, his bearded countenance almost plain. He sat there with a look of grim boredom, clad in his crown of mammoth bone and armor wrought from the scales of that the sailor assumed was a white dragon. Then he noted the eyes, hollow, cold, and unnaturally staring, something in them betraying a wrongness that quickly snatched away any measure of relief he felt. The King listened without saying a single word as the priest finished translating his worlds and some of the voices in the hall began to voice their opinions before being silenced by Vryka, High Priest of Winter but raised his hand.<br/><br/> Ongern spoke, as though he was assured of his course of action before the sailor walked in ""Very well, we will accept their ambassador. He will come to Hrafenthron and live amongst us and provisions will be taken for the needs of such a demon-creature of the south. A Priest of Tzernobolg will accompany you back to your lands and insure the safety of my gift to the Devaraja. Is this understood southlander?"" <br/><br/> The man fearfully nodded and was joined by one of the hooded and nameless priests in the white cloaks accompanied by two dwarven slaves bearing a great oak cask. The Guards escorted them from the Court of Bones without so much as a word and silence once again reigned within those halls for a time. Then Ongern beckoned Vryka over to the Raven throne, his expression darkened. ""Do you really think it wise to truck with such demons and their weakling southland thralls?""<br/><br/> ""I have read the signs my king, Tzernobolg demands that we seek allies for the times ahead. These infidels are truly abominations in the eyes of the great one, but I have seen a great noose closing and the rush of leaves many times in my dreams. We will need allies.""</div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Throne Room, Royal Palace, City of Sasvata Nagara</span></span></div><br/>Lord High Councilor Karambha strode into the Throne Room to find the Devaraja, in his bestial lion-headed form, pacing back and forth across the room. Though it pained him to see his dear old friend this way, it was most certainly not the first time; no, by this point he was well prepared for the King’s mood swings. “Milord,” he said, clearing his throat, “there are several matters of state that require your attention.”<br/><br/>The Devaraja paused and focused his gaze out of the nearest window. “Speak, Karambha,” he rumbled.<br/><br/>“Milord, firstly, we have received a letter of invitation from the Creed, the… assassins to the east. They have invited all nations, and therefore us, to send a representative to their lands for a formal occasion in one month’s time. Have you a preference as to who should go?”<br/><br/>“None,” said the Devaraja. “I still trust your good judgment in these matters. You are better suited than I to make these decisions, I should think.”<br/><br/>“As you will, Milord, so shall it be done,” replied Karambha with a bow. “Secondly, Lord Subahu has completed formal negotiations with Anihc, and awaits a formal audience with Your Majesty via the Ritual of Sending, but wishes to communicate to you beforehand that the diplomatic mission was a success. In addition, he… ah… wished me to tell you that he hid the body.”<br/><br/>“The swine! He seeks to have you deliver the news in his stead, so that I will be favorably disposed towards him when we<span style=""font-style: italic"">do</span>speak! I grow ever more displeased with the man’s cowardice, Karambha.”<br/><br/>“Understandable, Milord. As to the third and final matter, we have received a reply from the Winterborn Tribes of the north concerning the matter of an ambassador, and they have responded favorably. In addition they have taken the initiative to send a representative of their own to us.”<br/><br/>For the first time the Devaraja turned to look at Karambha directly. He raised an eyebrow as he said, “Intriguing. If he is ready, you may send him in directly.”<br/><br/>“Of course, Milord. But before I do… who shall we send north in return? Shall I also make this decision?”<br/><br/>Karambha took a step back as the Devaraja slowly, wickedly, curved his lips into a fanged smile. “No, no, I think I know just the man. And, wonder of wonders, he’s halfway along the road to the Winterborn already! Don’t you worry, Karambha; I shall deliver the good news to Lord Subahu… personally. But first, please show the Winterborn ambassador in, won’t you?”"
15354,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=200,2015-01-01T03:22:00,Hastiaka,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Alterian Republic<br/>Territories of the High Elven Republic<br/>EU Summit</span></div><br/><br/>Everyone was happy an hour after the summit. Crowds were celebrating. Humanity finally had representation in the government after two thousand long years of waiting. Democracy proved a popular thing for the elves. Elections were to start in 3 days rather than next month. The EU Summit will last for two more weeks as the leaders would plan their decisions and diplomacy throughout the hall. Representatives would stand up and approve or strike a blow to a suggestion. However, threat is real. Even the to be elected Chairperson of the Government.<br/><br/>Three candidates were running for elections. Alredan Varyleon; A Alterian High Elf who values culture and economy who also well handles diplomacy. Tristoff Conduntes; A Alterian Human who wants Humanity to be represented in the High Elven Nation. Finally, Zekran Borbosa; A Harsh Former Duke who treats his Human servants like slaves. Meanwhile in the Vice-Chairperson elections contains two Humans; Terada Leon; a Human who's descendants were once Roman Nobles and Generals and Barana Ulos; A Human who used to be a minor duchess in the Archduchy.<br/><br/>Inside the EU Summit, the Alterian Delegate; Ysandre Varyleon took note about how the Humans like to throw their basket around their neighbors.<span style=""font-style: italic"">''These Humans are not civilized compared to Elven-Based Humans! They have the balls to threaten their neighbors with their gargantuan population and yet, they do not think on how war can spill their milk within a day! The Imperium of Man had deliberately marched on the doorstep of the Elven Union. Vallorion and Alteria will be tasked to defend the heart of Elven Europe. However, we must get the hearts of the Dwarves first. For the Humans will soon assault our neighbors and soon before we know it, they will be knocking on our door and they too will slaughter our people. The EU will not tolerate this thing. Members of the EU Council and Summit, i ask you to put this on a vote. Shall we, the United Elves of Earth will move in a very strictly, a Diplomatic way to condemn the actions of the IOM or the Imperium of Man. Yes, i agree. We elves were part of their undoing and we shall undo them once more! For we are their curse and again we shall curse them again. To the East lies a very dangerous army. Only mere distance saves us from them. I vote that we shall make a mandatory letter to our able-bodied citizens that they will be conscripted into the EU Defense Force!''</span><br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Alterian Cities</span><br/><br/>Recruiters rode fire and wide across Alterian Territories. The recruitment letter contained this letter.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Alterian Republic</span><br/><br/>All Able-bodied Elves or Humans aged 25 above are conscripted into the Alterian Defense Forces. <br/><br/>Letter given to you by the Alterian Transitional Government</blockquote></div></div></div>"
15355,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=200,2015-01-01T08:29:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Arbamthaz, Glajinard</span></span></div><br/>As the Kylanthan troops continued to force their way forward against the lower forts erected by the Imperial Guard, General Tehlmar Nelaeryn watched from a distance on his horse, with over two hundred Kylanthan soldiers behind him. Most of which were on horseback. The general smirked as more and more gustwagons fell from the sky and more explosions emerged ahead. With a wave of his sword, Nelaeryn and the soldiers with him turned back and abandoned the fighting force. If they chose to side with Taero, they could well fight this war for him. But the Imperial battalion would fight no more. Initially, there were 30,000 plus troops. Now there were only 17,000 plus left, including the dead. The battle was heading down the slope quickly for the Kylanthan army. But there was another army group, sent by Taero. Soldiers loyal only to him. They were heading for the far Northern city of Vremt. In all, there were 11,000 troops. They weren't trained to fight, but they were vicious and willing to kill for the rewards promised them by the treacherous adviser.<br/><br/>From above, several wyvern riders saw that more and more Kylanthan troops were turning back, finding the fighting pointless, as none of them were able to cross the gorge anyway. Some Kylanthans had begun to fight as they dragged other troops back to their emplacements. Soon, only those loyal to Taero were left. Around 3,000 soldiers. Others were either dead or fleeting for the border. Nelaeryn and his battalion laughed and shook their heads as it was only then that the fools had learnt that this war was for naught. Taero was deluded. Old, not to mention. Close to his time of death.<br/><br/>""Come on, boys!"" the general turned his horse around and sheathed his sword. ""This battle is over.""<br/><br/>As the last of the wyvern riders drove their targets away, two of them looked immediately for their General, Ilthuryn. Coincidentally, he was quite close to where Dkag was. The general was laughing as he grabbed a salamander by its neck and killed it as it attempted to cross the wall.<br/><br/>""General! They're fleeing!"" the rider called, keeping his wyvern in one place. It seemed pumped from all the fighting.<br/><br/>Ilthuryn poked his head over the wall. ""Are they? But we're still at it, aren't we?""<br/><br/>The rider nodded, but pointed over the wall again, towards the distant icy gorges. The general looked closer and saw the troops that were leaving the scene. He laughed again mockingly, clutching his stomach. ""Would ye look at that! Not as big of a threat as I'd thought, eh?"" he faced Dkag, wiping a tear from his eye. ""Well, let's finish them off, Duke!"" And at that, the general jumped over the wall and attacked the nearest soldier he spotted. Other guardsmen began to join in and the rider took off again to make sure the skies were clear.<br/><hr/><br/>Emperor Airdan took a moment to consider. He could be hurt seriously, or even killed if they'd made a mistake here. But he needed to know to whom the peoples of Kylantha were really loyal to. He faced Lakrir with a look of hard determination on his face.<br/><br/>""We'll see."" he simply said, returning to his smilodon. ""We'll see who they see as their rightful Emperor."""
15356,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=200,2015-01-01T09:01:00,Renetopia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Kerboms, the Dwarvenlands</span><br/><br/>The city was bustling with excitement and gossip. Dwarves are a talkative bunch, so word spreads quickly. The topic of today's gossip is the story told by a couple of Dwarf traders from the easternmost city of the Dwarvenlands, Imsroraks. These traders rushed into the city and immediately called for the High Council, saying they have seen something extraordinary.<br/><br/>They spoke with the High Council members. Their conversation was... interesting.<br/><br/>""No way!""<br/><br/>""Are you sure?""<br/><br/>""That's a bunch of<span style=""font-style: italic"">meorsus</span>!""<br/><br/>""Were you lads drunk when you saw them?""<br/><br/>The Council members didn't believe the men, but they were sure in their story. They claim to have been approached by a person smaller than them, as if that's even possible, with almost pure-white hair and beard, a funny-looking nose and weird clothes. This person asked for their help because of a ""plague"" of some sorts. After that, the person heard a noise of some sorts and quickly ran away.<br/><br/>If these men are telling the truth, then a race only believed to exist in Dwarvish myths and legends actually exists... Gnomes."
15357,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=200,2015-01-01T10:26:00,Russian people of america,"Anhic Capitol<br/><br/>Nobunaga Oda<br/><br/>Nobunaga sat, cleaning his katana. He was in a inn and didn't want to be disturbed. He wondered if he had made the right decision. He had also decided that when he and the Anhic king met again, he would request the nation build up its defense. He didn't trust the winter born tribes he had heard about, and he wouldn't let his army's be trapped in Anhic land without proper castles and defenses. He didn't fear these tribes, he just didn't trust them, and if the turned on the empire they wouldn't hesitate to invade. He kept these thoughts to himself however, and kept with cleaning his katana. In his empire, alliances were formed and cemented with marriage, since that may not be the case here he wouldnt contact his daughter in the empire. However he would bring it up at the next meeting. A political marriage would create a stronger bond between the dragon empire and the Anhic Empire. He stood and left the room, sitting at the small wooden table that held a bowl of rice on top of it. He ate, still thinking. He felt a pang of homesickness, he missed the huge mountains of the empire, his people and their ways, and his family. He shook it off and headed for bed."
15358,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=200,2015-01-01T11:00:00,Osnil,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Blessed Island of Idrra<br/>Eldar's Tower</span><br/>The Council was beginning again. Role call had just begun. Tonwit, the Archangel, stood up and held a long scroll listing everyone's names, ""Tudrec.""<br/><br/>A lion, lying on the floor, with a crown on his head, lazily yawned and replied, ""Here.""<br/>""Maga.""<br/><br/>A tall woman with wings, and blue hair, and wings replied, ""Here.""<br/><br/>""Tremine.""<br/><br/>A male Centaur with long hair said, ""Here.""<br/><br/>""Arye.""<br/><br/>A tall elf sitting stood up and replied, ""Here.""<br/><br/>""Autumntree.""<br/><br/>A woman with bright orange hair, clothed in bright red leaves, replied, ""Here.""<br/><br/>""Nerissa.""<br/><br/>A mermaid, with black hair, on the side of the fountain in the center of the room, replied, ""Here.""<br/><br/>""That is everyone. Now, on to business,"" Tonwit said, sitting down, ""there have been rumors among the mer-folk that man is coming to the island. Whether these rumors be true or not, it is still a matter of the Council.""<br/><br/>""Our cousins, the mermaids of the oceans, have told us that man has chopped down trees,"" Nerissa replied, at this Autumntree looked down, ""and they are expanding their empires.""<br/><br/>""Will our island ever be safe?"" declared Tremine, beginning to shake. Fairies are not known to take shocks well.<br/><br/>""Viridi went up into her home in the sky and cannot help us. She prevented panic ages ago, and we will prevent panics now,"" Maga said, trying to calm Tremine down, ""they may come in peace or war. In my mirror, I see ships of war and ships of trade in my dreams. I also see the elven kindred forging alliances.""<br/><br/>""Elven kingdoms forging alliances?"" asked Ayre, ""according to the history of elves, my clan left because of ages of war between the elves.""<br/><br/>""That isn't the subject,"" Tonwit replied coldly, ""what do we do about men?""<br/><br/>""They chop down forests and slaughter animals. They'll enslave us. I've heard that they put fairies in jars to harvest their magic,"" Tremine replied, ""I vote that any human entering our shores never leaves.""<br/><br/>""The answer is not to go on a rampage against humans,"" Ayre replied, ""but to try to make peace. If they come to trade, we trade with them. If they come to war, we fight back.""<br/><br/>""That is a very diplomatic solution,"" Tonwit replied, ""and it's one I like.""<br/><br/>""I agree,"" Nerissa said, ""my people will watch the seas.""<br/><br/>""And my people will watch their dreams,"" Maga replied.<br/><br/>""So it is settled,"" Tonwit said, ""we will wait to see their intentions.""<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">After the Council<br/>On the Northern Beach of Idrra</span><br/>Nerissa sighed, as she sat on the beach, watching the tide come in. Things would change. The whole atmosphere reeked of it. Singing to her friends in the ocean, the distant whale responded back in chorus. A look of horror silenced her singing. A fleet of ships driven by men was coming to the island. She then broke into song, singing about ancient times. The whole island chorused back. If men did come, they would be met."
15359,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=200,2015-01-01T16:38:00,Northern Arcadian Empire,"Kingdom of Arcadia<br/>Frederick looked at the map in font of him, it was quite small only showing the known areas and the rough coastline of a land to the northeast. Its coastline looked like three fingers, he was quite fascinated with this area and wanted to learn more about it.<br/><br/>""Here! Seen a ship here, I want to know more about it send a long ship to that area"" he said pointing to the farthest finger would be<br/><br/>""As you wish"" said a servant<br/><br/><br/>Kingdom of Toisilaa<br/><br/>""ROW! ROW!"" yelled the commanding dwarf to the rowers, who kept rowing against the high, cold, and dangerous seas. But it seemed that the sea was wining, the Captain was quite disappointed with his crew, they more land warriors then over sea explorers, but hey a warrior is better then a coward.<br/>""Captain Runic! We are going as fast as we can sir! But these waves there much much stronger then ones that we are use to!"" yelled Sergeant Lunwick through the screaming wind, the Captain looked at the Sergeant and stepped down form his deck<br/>""I don't care! Just find us a place to land and we check our position!""<br/>""Aye"" he said walking away and towards the crows nest<br/><br/>Minutes would pass and the storm did little to help the dwarfish crew with there search for land, but through the last glimmering piece of sunlight the lookout spotted a small piece of land<br/><br/>""LAND HOOO!"" he yelled pointing toward the port side of the ship, Captain Runic looked out upon the sea and saw what the lookout meant then turned to the helmsman<br/>""Bring us port!"" he yelled<br/>The helmsman nodded and replied ""Leaning port!"" as he turned the wheel to the port side and soon was heading toward land.<br/><br/>Once the ship was aground the dwarves jumped off there ship and stretched legs as the captain began to plan for there exploration"
15360,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=200,2015-01-01T18:06:00,Glajinard,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Arbamthaz, Glajinard</span><br/><br/>The sun was setting over the battlefield, crows and wolves emerging to feast on the dead, as Duke Dkag returned to the city. Behind him marched his battalion. The soldiers marched in loose formation, shuffling from exhaustion. They had suffered few losses, most of the dwarves that left Arbamthaz that morning were returning home. They had spent hours pursuing and destroying any remnants of the Kylanthan army left in the field. Any Kylanthan soldier that surrendered immediately was spared. Following this they had participated in scouring the battlefield. They had given quick deaths to those to wounded to move, while rounding up all those that had a good chance of surviving. This group of wounded and captured enemy soldiers was now straggling behind the dwarves. The wounded were in wagons, while the others were manacled and marching. All in all they had captured about two hundred prisoners-of-war.<br/><br/>As he reached the lower forts, he ordered one of his lieutenants to see to it that the prisoners-of-war were cared for. The other members of the City Council were waiting for him near the bridge. He approached them, shaking hands first with Councilman Ygrol, who had been commanding the archers and trebuchets on the walls during the battle.<br/><br/>""Excellent work today Ygrol."" said the Duke.<br/><br/>""Thank you your grace,"" said the Councilman, ""but the real honor is yours. They'll be singing about Duke Dkag at the Second Battle of Arbamthaz for a long time.""<br/><br/>Dkag laughed and punched Ygrol in the shoulder, then shook hands with the other councilors. They all congratulated him as well.<br/><br/>""We ought to dip into the city coffers and host a grand feast to celebrate our victory."" said Dkag, and the council agreed. The word was sent out that the City Council would be hosting a grand feast for all those who had fought in the battle, and anyone else who could fit in the dining halls. Dkag wanted to personally tell General Nelaeryn, and sought him out among his troops.<br/><br/>""General, I want you to be the guest of honor at our feast tonight, you'll sit with me at the Council's table. I've decided that for the Imperial Guards actions here today, I'm revoking the oath that Ashryn will never enter our city. From now on, any Ashryn loyal to Emperor Airdan is welcome in our walls.""<hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Vremt, Glajinard</span><br/><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://s16.postimg.org/4qm5u7s5x/mountain_castle_2825_1920x1200.jpg""/></div><br/><br/>The most northerly city in Glajinard, Vremt was a cold and stark place. Like Arbamthaz, it was a strongly fortified city, meant to repel any northern invasion. However, only a few days ago half of the city militia had departed to join the High King's army, to march on Brunn. Duke Callen had looked on the High King's invasion plan with displeasure. He had only grudgingly allowed his militiamen to leave, because the High Court had ordered it. He was one of the three oldest of Glajinard's dukes, which meant he could possibly be elected High King if Lakrir were to die.<br/><br/>Duke Callen was walking from his personal office to this throne room when he was interrupted by Dr. Boorn, the head of the astrologers in Vremt. Astrology was one of the three sciences in Natural Philosophy, the dwarven magical practice, and used the movements of heavenly bodies for divination. He had already been alerted by Boorn about a meteor shower that had occurred two nights ago, on the evening on the departure of the militia.<br/><br/>""Your grace, a moment of your time?"" said Boorn, and Callen stopped impatiently. He had little confidence in the astrologers, and divination in general. ""My fellow astrologers and I have come to the conclusion that the meteor shower we experienced was a very bad omen. We are worried that Vremt may be in danger, as the heavens indicate we face a foreign threat.""<br/><br/>""It appears the heavens are as vague as usual,"" said Callen scornfully, ""do they give any specifics about this<span style=""font-style: italic"">threat</span>?""<br/><br/>""Well sir, they do not,"" said Boorn, somewhat anxiously, ""but due to our current state of war with the Kylanthans, we expect that this may have something to do with it. Perhaps we face an attack from them?""<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Perhaps?</span>"" said the Duke, ""we have ""perhaps"" faced an attack from the Kylanthans for a century or more, and yet it has never come. When the stars give you a more direct answer do let me know.""<br/><br/>Dr. Boorn was left speechless with frustration as the Duke walked off towards the throne room.<hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Barronsson Bank, City of Sasvata Nagara</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Oh my</span>, thought Sidlo. He had been expecting a bureaucrat, not the lord of a province, this complicated things. Nevertheless apparently compliance was mandatory, as he certainly did wish to keep this establishment.<br/><br/>""Of course my lord, please follow me into my office"" said Sidlo, as he led the way to his office. Once inside he seated himself behind his desk and offered a seat to Bakasure.<br/><br/>""Now, my lord, when we make a loan we provide you with money, be it in gold, silver, or currency, at interest. Interest is a fee paid for the borrowing of our money. We determine the interest rate based on the risk associated with the loan. Of course, there is little risk associated with loaning money to a noble of your stature, so the rate would be quite low.""<br/><br/>Sidlo looked a bit nervous before continuing. ""However, I will have to ask what purpose the loan is for."""
15361,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=200,2015-01-01T18:14:00,Former Soviet Socialists,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Summary""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Bastion of Latium, this is your character now. Kill him off if you want. Or ignore him. Or whatever. He's yours to do with what you want. So I don't control him or his dialogue anymore. I just wanted a slave to survive and make it to some Roman land in Crimea. Thought it would be interesting.</div></div></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Island</span><br/><br/>All was quiet. Not even a scavenging vulture's call could be heard. Light shown through the rocks and warmed all, as if giving life. The man came from the rock to see what has become of his fellow slaves. A bitter sight awaited him. Graves scarred the land. It was a field of misery and sorrow. He went over to touch the disturbed patches of dirt. These were his fellow man, kidnap and sold by monsters. As he sit there, hand grazing the gravel of the graves, he couldn't help but think about that night. The night of Vorinius' failed escape plan. He was planing to escape that night with the others. But everything went very wrong. Vorinius had been crushed swiftly and soundly. There was not even a chance to fight back. The was the the only one to survive Vorinius' plot. He had hidden in a small crevice inside the cave during the chaos. He was a very small man compared to those of his kind. It is what allowed him his freedom. That and the blood of his fellow man. It was a heavy burden for him, even more so as he looked upon their graves. ""Now I am the only one that is free."" the man murmured to himself. ""What can I do?"" The man got up and began to walk aimlessly. Wallowing in regret and self-pity. As he was in Ork territory is was not long before he spotted some Orks. And the Orks spotted him. They began to give chase. The man noticing he had been spotted began to run in the opposite direction. Whatever direction is fine as long as he could get away from the Ork. After some distance the man had completely lost the Ork and so the man was in solitude again. He was in that wilderness for days. Sleeping in small clifs. Eating things not fit to be eaten. Walking a seemingly unending route. Just as his path seemed to loom forever in the dark, an unsuspecting light warmed him, just as when the light warmed him in the rock.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><br/>A Roman Town on the Coast</span><br/><br/>After so many days of wandering the man had finally entered friendly territory. It was a Roman territory. He saw a town on the coast and desperately ran to his salvation to be. The man entered the town running and yelling. He was a wreck. He smelled of death and urine. His hair disheveled. His clothes tattered as if a lion had mauled him. His face covered with a shroud of gravel, dirt and blood. The townspeople looked at him in great confusion. ""Why does he run through the streets like a madman?"" one mad said. ""Has the man been attacked by some beast?"" another said. ""Just another tramp who has lost his mind from living like a beast?"" asked one. ""Maybe it was the Orks! Do they not live up to the North?"" suggested another. ""Right. They attacked this man and caused him great hardship!"" proclaimed one. ""Let us restrain this man and tell us what happened to him!"" And so the townspeople followed the man and surrounded him. ""Help!"" said the man who had been running through the streets. ""With what?"" a townsman asked. ""Monsters."" replied the man. ""You mean those Orks?"" the man queried. ""Some Orks have been chasing me!"" the man said. ""I was take slave from a village in the east. Please I want to go back home!"" The townspeople began to look at each other in bewilderment, mumbling to each other. They decided to take him to their leaders in the village to see what must be done."
15362,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=200,2015-01-02T05:39:00,Renetopia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Glajinard <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=22978192#p22978192"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Gikerahaf, Glajinard</span><br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Renetopia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=22977255#p22977255"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Banks?"", asked Busem. ""Yes, I've heard of them. We've never had them in the Dwarvenlands. I mean, we have treasuries, where the riches of a city are kept, but we've never had banks. It's an intriguing idea.<br/><br/>As for a declaration of friendship, the High Council will have to decide on that, but I think I speak for everyone when I say we're more than happy. A defensive alliance would be possible, but not practical.<br/><br/>Let's say that... Oh, I don't know... Someone attacks the Dwarvenlands. It would take a long time for a messenger to travel all the way to Glajinard, deliver the message, and then the Glajinardi army to come to the Dwarvenlands. Even worse, we don't have access to the sea, nor any chance at acquiring any kind of shoreline, so any travel between our nations is hard because it has to be by land, through other kingdoms' territories.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The Chancellor nodded. ""I understand completely, we would have an equally different time assisting you in a similar situation. I mean to suggest not a defensive alliance as other nations might have, but something recognizing the unique situation of dwarves. Along with a statement of friendship, perhaps it would be better to call it a ""mutual assistance alliance."" In the event of war against one of us the other will use all its economic, diplomatic, and other powers to assist the other. We wouldn't expect to receive an army from you, but an embargo on the enemy and its allies would be expected. Additionally, if one of use borders an enemy they could attack and harass it."" <br/><br/>""I understand your need to speak with the High Council, we also have a similar body called the High Court which would have to approve the alliance. Would messages by raven be sufficient, or would you need to return south?""</div></blockquote><br/>""I'm afraid I'm gonna have to return south."" said Busem sadly. ""I think I've stayed here longer than I should have. The folks back home don't even know if something had happened to me or not.<br/><br/>Again, I thank you for your hospitality, and I hope my visit will forever cement the relations between the northern and southern Dwarves. I'll talk to the High Council about proposing an alliance and I'm sure they will say yes, and hopefully your High Court will as well.""<br/><br/>Later that day, Busem and his crew packed their belongings. The following day they said farewell to the Chancellor, thanked him for his hospitality, and with a final godspeed, they left. A long journey awaits until Busem and his crew will return home with great news."
15363,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=225,2015-01-02T10:15:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Arbamthaz, Glajinard</span></span></div><br/>After the battle, the Imperial Guard took no prisoners. They returned to the fort once it was all over, and treated their injured and buried their dead. That time when Dkag approached Nelaeryn, he was again sharpening his sword, seemingly without a care, as if a battle to the death hadn't just happened. He laughed again like he always did when the Duke offered him a place at a feast to celebrate their victory against the numerically superior Kylanthan army which had degraded over time with its only trained troops leaving due to the leadership.<br/><br/>""I...I hardly..."" the general couldn't stop laughing. ""I hardly think that's necessary, Duke!"" he calmed down, sheathing his sword and grabbing another to sharpen. ""There's no need for that, really.""<br/><br/>The other guardsmen seemed to agree as they only walked by or stayed where they were, making no protests to what Nelaeryn said. The fight itself was enough, as if it was a meal that satisfied all of them. It was ridiculous, but it was just the way they were. As Nelaeryn again began to sharpen his sword, a captain came over after speaking to two wyvern riders. He whispered something to the general that made him laugh yet again, and he nodded. Nelaeryn got up, set the sword he was sharpening away, and walked over to Dkag.<br/><br/>""Now, Duke. It's been a great fight today, and it's been a pleasure working with you, but you wouldn't mind if we left now would you?"" he laughed again. ""Do you think the other group would have gone too far for us to catch up?""<br/><hr/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Fagersta, Imperial Kylantha</span></span></div><br/>Airdan was feeling nervous as he rode out into the open in full view of the guards within Fort Fagersta. It was a strange feeling, but not as strange as when he was fleeing Kylantha with his family. Several spear-armed men peeked over the battlements, and Airdan raised his shield slightly and clutched the reins in his hands. But nothing happened. The gates of the fort opened, and three men came out, looking bewildered. They came in closer and dropped to one knee.<br/><br/>""Emperor Airdan. We are truly glad to see that you're just fine. We received the note and were in denial until now..."" the one in the middle said. ""Would you like to have a rest, sire?"" he asked, gesturing for the gates, but Airdan shook his head.<br/><br/>""If you can, lend us a hand in overthrowing Taero. I'm not going to force this on you, but the choice is yours."" he replied, dropping his shield entirely. These soldiers were of no threat.<br/><br/>The man in the middle stood up, seemed to be thinking for a moment, and nodded.<br/>""Of course, sire. Right away. We'll bring up everything we can. And just so you know. The next few forts will be just as happy to see you."" he said with a smile before running back inside with his subordinates to give the news. Soon the Ashryn and Braern of Fagersta were assembled, numbering at around 706. The next forts would hand over 1,000 more, strengthening the forces attacking Bruun. Taero would be surprised of this, surely."
15364,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=225,2015-01-02T10:38:00,Harndar,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">United Dwarven Kingdoms of Gordebul, The Palace of Alron</span><br/>Goran entered the palace and first seeing the 4 lords of the kingdoms. ""Where have you been?"" Thorinscar, the lord of Everstone, asked impatiently. ""You know this is going to change the alliance as we know it, so why are you late?""<br/>""Easy Thorinscar"" Lardraun, the lord of Winteriron, spoke, I am sure about his decision of being late is probably a good reason.<br/>""If it doesn't slow down Ralore's trade!."" The lord of Ralore, Earl, said,"" If we don't keep our economy up, we may fall to a failed world!""<br/>""You make no sense Earl"" Carabun, lord of Weldro, told to the king of economics,"" Think of all the trees you've killed because for your frenzy for more money!""<br/>Lords of Gordebul!"" Goran spoke, ""Calm down so we can discuss of the topic, if we should help the conflict over at Europe or not."""
15365,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=225,2015-01-02T12:17:00,Mesrane,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Near Lapua, Kingdom of Toisilaa</span><br/><br/>Karujas notched an arrow to his bow as he stalked silently through the southern woods. The blood splatters from the stag he'd been hunting for the past three hours were coming more scarcely with each passing minute. He would lose it soon, and his family would have to dig further into the winter stores to come up with a meal. Here, he recognized the smell of the sea and strode out onto the beach, only to be greeted with a very strange sight indeed: a party of dwarves, consulting among themselves in a tight circle. Their boat was dragged ashore. Karujas blinked and walked over to the small campsite. ""Wh- Who in Visayt's name are you? What are you doing here?""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Edge of Faelona near the border with Toisilaa</span><br/>Earl Joensuu raised a fist, and the six riders accompanying him halted. Each rider looked tired, haggard and worn from the brutal cold and snow they had ridden through all day long. The sun, while barely visible through the ceiling of pines, was clearly on the verge of dipping below the horizon. Night would soon be upon them, and with it even colder hours. ""Alright. Having no better locale that we can find within the hour, we'll camp here along the road, where the Fae are quite likely to stumble upon us. Manu and Pohjalo, fetch some firewood. The rest of us will set up camp. We<span style=""font-style: italic"">are</span>elves, but we haven't found hearth nor soul in a day of steady riding. Whether this was by design, I know not. But I'll take the first watch. Be wary and not stupid. We don't know how we'll be greeted."" Nodding in acceptance of their duties, the elves stood and set about their tasks with a tired will.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Border with Kylantha, Earldom of Rovasarku</span><br/>A dozen riders cantered through what the Vanhin called the Endless Wood. It began in the northern reaches of the Earldom of Rovasarku, and continued like a long snake into the north as far as the eye could see.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Into Kylantha,</span>Tiusjalo thought with intense curiosity. The ranger, largely because of his duties to the king, had never ventured outside the realm before. Now he did forth as an escort to the Earl Rovasarku, who on the kings orders wished to establish contact with the Kylanthans.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Then again,</span>he reflected with a hint of sadness,<span style=""font-style: italic"">These lands were Toisilaan once. Centuries ago. </span>His sharp gaze swept through the underbrush and scanned the trees as the party rode on, out of Toisilaa and into lands that had once been part of the realm as well but now belonged to Kylantha, news of which even now whispered of civil war and rebellion. Snow began to gently whistle down through the trees as the party rode doggedly on."
15366,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=225,2015-01-02T12:20:00,Renetopia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Outside the Dwarvenlands</span><br/><br/>Commander Omdam had gathered his army on the outskirts of the Dwarvenlands, to the east. Why? Well, the High Council had decided it was time for the Dwarves to expand their territory. Cities have become overcrowded and a little more land has multiple advantages. So, they asked Omdam to command the Dwarven army to seize any land they can, but not if it's populated by other people. Only unclaimed land.<br/><br/>So the army set east. On their way, they mapped out the area and already secured soon-to-be outposts. Along with the army came scientists and experts who studied the hills and mountains for possible Dwarvish habitation.<br/><br/>It didn't take too long since the Dwarves met no resistance. New lands were gained, but not conquered. Which is good, the less people die, the better.<br/><br/>In the end, the Dwarvenlands map changed to this:<br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i59.tinypic.com/qsjv4j.png""/><br/><span style=""font-size: 85%; line-height: 116%;"">New territories marked with a blue dot.</span><br/><br/>But just as Omdam was ready to return back to his city, to mysterious figures approached him. At first the thought they were enemies and got his axe ready, but when they finally came into view, his jaw dropped."
15367,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=225,2015-01-02T12:43:00,New Abrahammia,"A sailor walks into the office of Emperor Rorepme. He says ""Emperor Rorepme! I have discovered an island down southwest. I think it's called the Blessed Island of Idrra. There is a lot of weird kinds of creatures there. There's also a lot of jungle there.""<br/>""Interesting. Can we take it over easily?""<br/>""Probably not, as they have some half-man half-fish thingies that can ruin our ships.""<br/>""Well, come in peace, then. I want you and your crew to map out the island. Grab a couple bricks of gold on your way out to pay for this.""<br/>""Yes, m'lord! I shall begin my cartographic mission immediately!"" He then leaves the palace with a couple gold bars. Emperor Rorepme sends several other ships to help the sailor on his mission. Once there, they begin a long expedition to make a map of Idrra and shag all the Dryads."
15368,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=225,2015-01-02T13:16:00,Glajinard,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Brunn, Capital of Kylantha</span><br/><br/>After several more days of marching, the dwarven army had arrived at the Kylanthan capital of Brunn in the middle of the night. They encamped outside the city, forming a wide semicircle. Resident's of Brunn woke the next morning to see the thousands of tents. Banners fluttered in the cool morning breeze, representing the High King, the Emperor, County Boern, the Yaress Tribes, and the represented dwarven cities. The army had been bolstered by the regiments of several forts they had passed, which had sworn loyalty to their rightful emperor. Additionally, the Imperial Guard, fresh from its victory at Arbamthaz, had hurried to join the main force.<br/><br/>Throughout the march High King Lakrir and Emperor Airdan had been going over the plans meticulously. Their force, although now approaching 12,000, was considerable. However, they had not been able to transport any siege engines with them along their perilous mountain route. It would take months to build trebuchets and siege towers, time they didn't have. Taero's army had deserted at Arbamthaz, but they may rally to the defense of their capital. In any case Taero would think of something if given enough time.<br/><br/>They had decided air-power was their only hope to a quick victory. They had two goals, opening the gates to allow the army into the city, and taking out Taero as quickly as possible. The Griffin Corps would focus on the first goal, attacking the main gate head-on, with the sole goal of opening the gates. The griffins were strong enough to carry their riders and one satyr, who tend to be quite light. Meanwhile, Emperor Airdan and his some of his Imperial Guards would approach from a different direction, mounted on wyrvens. They would make a beeline for the Imperial Palace, and Airdan would cut down Taero himself. With their leader dead and the Emperor back on his throne, they expected the opposing forces to surrender quickly.<br/><br/>Before the sun rose the army had risen and prepared itself. The main force stood marshaled in front of the city gates, just out of arrow range and ready to rush in as soon as the gates were open. The five hundred strong Griffin Corps stood ready, riders mounted and ready to go. Right next to them were the Emperor's wyrven force. Emperor Airdan on his wyrven and Commandant Cao waited for their signal, side by side.<br/><br/>High King Lakrir rode his elk out to them just as the first rays of light peaked over the horizon, with a herald at his side.<br/><br/>""Gentlemen,"" said the High King, saluting them. ""today is the day. One of you will regain your throne, and the other will participate in freeing his people. Good luck to both, may Baule watch over you, and may we never forget what we have accomplished together.""<br/><br/>Commandant Cao, the Venali commander of the griffin-riders, turned in the saddle to speak to the Emperor. ""Airdan, I thank you for your part in liberating my people, from now on at least I will look upon you as a friend of the Venali people."" He shook hands with the Emperor, and then spurred his mount. The griffin flapped its powerful wings and was soon in the air, followed by five hundred others. Each of the griffins also carried a satyr in it's front claws, including eighty members of the High King's elite Satyr Guard.<br/><br/>High King Lakrir watched as the griffins made a swoop to the east before turning and flying straight for the main gates. Meanwhile, the wyrvens had also taken off, making a swoop west before flying towards the Imperial Palace near the city center. He returned to his main force to await the outcome of the battle at the gates.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Gates of Brunn</span><br/><br/>The city gates of Brunn were an impressive affair. The doors themselves were massive wooden affairs, with iron bands and rivets, easily three feet thick. Around them was the large stone gatehouse, nearly as large as a fortress itself. As the griffins approached, the gatehouse guards were ready, firing volleys of arrows at will. Several griffins and their riders fell from they sky, struck and killed. However, their losses were mitigated by their speed. On their first pass over they skimmed close to the ground and walls, dropping their satyr payload. Soon five hundred satyrs were fighting tooth and nail with Brunn's defenders. The griffin riders wheeled around and attacked once more, grasping Kylanthans with their talons, and biting them with their sharp beaks or dropping them from great heights.<br/><br/>Finally they wheeled again, settling in for the battle. Those griffin riders who specialized in archery formed an aerial Cantabrian circle, a single-file rotating circle that fired a continuous stream of arrows down on the defenders. The remainder landed, hopping off their griffins to join the satyrs in hand-to-hand combat, while their griffins continued to attack the enemy.<br/><br/>Soon the speed and ferocity of their attack had pushed back the Kylanthans, and they were able to push open the city gates. They formed a defensive line just inside the gates, and blew their horns to alert the main army. High King Lakrir, however, didn't need that signal. He'd been closely watching the gates, and as soon as they started to open he had started the charge. His polar bear Gesik loped forward, roaring, while the entire dwarven army charged behind him. The shouting dwarves, satyrs, and Ashryn Imperial Guard crashed through the gates, breaking the line of Ashryn that had been struggling to push out the griffin-riders. Kylanthan forces had poured into the area from around the city. Battle raged in the area around the gates, while the Emperor flew towards the palace."
15369,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=225,2015-01-02T13:20:00,Osnil,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Blessed Island of Idrra<br/>The Eldar Tower</span><br/>Role call had already occured, and Nerissa brushed back her brown hair and began, ""Last night, I was singing as I always do on the northern beach. A whale responded back. Nothing unusual. Whales do tend to talk a lot to us. But what he said was that he spotted a great wooden vessel sailing toward the island. He said that the men spotted our island, but sailed away. He said that they are intent on coming back.""<br/><br/>Maga, who had been half-asleep, shot up and exclaimed, ""What? They're coming to the island?""<br/><br/>""It was inevitable,"" Ayre sighed. He was going to suggest exploring to meet man, but man had beaten him to it.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Maybe another time,</span>he thought.<br/><br/>""Friends, friends, there is no need to be disenheartened. We have a large army so that in the case of an attack, we may still remain standing on two legs. They might also come to trade. And they might be just exploring. Men are known for their curious ways,"" Tremine encouraged, ""but we should welcome them with open arms but discerning hearts. And if they come not in peace, I hear the vultures need a snack.""<br/><br/>Tonwit, who had been stone-faced during the entire discussion, suddenly spoke up, ""What if they are too powerful? What if they attack and we can't defend?""<br/><br/>""We know this island top to bottom,"" Tudrec yawned, seemingly disinterested in the entire scene, ""I doubt that would happen. We have the element of nature on our side.""<br/><br/>""He does have a point,"" Nerissa replied, ""and my cousins in the ocean say that their wooden vessels break easily. They've torn a few apart by accident.""<br/><br/>""The wood is that weak?"" asked Autumntree, brushing back her orange hair back, frightened.<br/><br/>""For one thing, their wood isn't magical and they kill the tree instead of taking it's branches. Second, humans are oftentimes too hurried to do a good job,"" Tremine replied.<br/><br/>""When will these humans arrive?"" asked Autumntree, beginning to panic.<br/><br/>""If all goes well, two months,"" replied Tremine.<br/><br/>""Then we have two months to prepare,"" Tudrec replied, beginning to nod off to sleep.<br/><br/>""And we should get to it,"" Nerissa replied."
15370,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=225,2015-01-02T13:59:00,Northern Arcadian Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Mesrane <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=22998653#p22998653"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Near Lapua, Kingdom of Toisilaa</span><br/><br/>Karujas notched an arrow to his bow as he stalked silently through the southern woods. The blood splatters from the stag he'd been hunting for the past three hours were coming more scarcely with each passing minute. He would lose it soon, and his family would have to dig further into the winter stores to come up with a meal. Here, he recognized the smell of the sea and strode out onto the beach, only to be greeted with a very strange sight indeed: a party of dwarves, consulting among themselves in a tight circle. Their boat was dragged ashore. Karujas blinked and walked over to the small campsite. ""Wh- Who in Visayt's name are you? What are you doing here?"" <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Edge of Faelona near the border with Toisilaa</span> <br/>Earl Joensuu raised a fist, and the six riders accompanying him halted. Each rider looked tired, haggard and worn from the brutal cold and snow they had ridden through all day long. The sun, while barely visible through the ceiling of pines, was clearly on the verge of dipping below the horizon. Night would soon be upon them, and with it even colder hours. ""Alright. Having no better locale that we can find within the hour, we'll camp here along the road, where the Fae are quite likely to stumble upon us. Manu and Pohjalo, fetch some firewood. The rest of us will set up camp. We <span style=""font-style: italic"">are</span> elves, but we haven't found hearth nor soul in a day of steady riding. Whether this was by design, I know not. But I'll take the first watch. Be wary and not stupid. We don't know how we'll be greeted."" Nodding in acceptance of their duties, the elves stood and set about their tasks with a tired will. <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Border with Kylantha, Earldom of Rovasarku</span> <br/>A dozen riders cantered through what the Vanhin called the Endless Wood. It began in the northern reaches of the Earldom of Rovasarku, and continued like a long snake into the north as far as the eye could see. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Into Kylantha,</span> Tiusjalo thought with intense curiosity. The ranger, largely because of his duties to the king, had never ventured outside the realm before. Now he did forth as an escort to the Earl Rovasarku, who on the kings orders wished to establish contact with the Kylanthans. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Then again,</span> he reflected with a hint of sadness, <span style=""font-style: italic"">These lands were Toisilaan once. Centuries ago. </span> His sharp gaze swept through the underbrush and scanned the trees as the party rode on, out of Toisilaa and into lands that had once been part of the realm as well but now belonged to Kylantha, news of which even now whispered of civil war and rebellion. Snow began to gently whistle down through the trees as the party rode doggedly on.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>Shoreline-<br/>Captain Runic looked at the tall stranger and bowed so did his men around him ""Greetings Stranger, I am Captain Runic of the Kingdom of Arcadia. We are simple explorers who wish to know what and how lives in the lands beyond our borders."" he said pulling out a scroll form a leather pouch and handed it to the elf ""We have orders to hand this or read this scroll to the leader of the place we meet. If you cannot read our language, i will gladly read it for you"" the Captian smiled as he finished then gestured toward the camp fire ""Would you like some food and drink?""<br/><br/>The dwarves around the campfire where uneasy with this newcomer, but they where quite curious and talked among themselves with in there own language. But kept to themselves as they ate and drank by the fire. One dwarf looked at the Sergeant and nodded ""What do you think Sarge?"" he said eating some bread<br/><br/>""I heard stories, butI think he is a Elf""<br/><br/>""Really? How can you tell?""<br/><br/>""Pointy ears, taller then us, and the armor its very sleek""<br/><br/>""Oh I see"""
15371,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=225,2015-01-02T14:20:00,Drunken Pagan Weirdos,"<blockquote><div><cite>Glajinard <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=22990151#p22990151"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Barronsson Bank, City of Sasvata Nagara</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Oh my</span>, thought Sidlo. He had been expecting a bureaucrat, not the lord of a province, this complicated things. Nevertheless apparently compliance was mandatory, as he certainly did wish to keep this establishment. <br/><br/>""Of course my lord, please follow me into my office"" said Sidlo, as he led the way to his office. Once inside he seated himself behind his desk and offered a seat to Bakasure. <br/><br/>""Now, my lord, when we make a loan we provide you with money, be it in gold, silver, or currency, at interest. Interest is a fee paid for the borrowing of our money. We determine the interest rate based on the risk associated with the loan. Of course, there is little risk associated with loaning money to a noble of your stature, so the rate would be quite low."" <br/><br/>Sidlo looked a bit nervous before continuing. ""However, I will have to ask what purpose the loan is for.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Lord Bakasura’s thin-lipped smile broke into a sneer. “You presume to –“<br/><br/>Suddenly he paused, and his face went blank. After several seconds, with a great deal of effort, he twisted his visage back into a pleasant one. “Of courssse, Sidlo Barronsson,” he hissed. “I seek gold. It is for… routine upkeep, you see. The soldiers must be paid; roads must be maintained. I fear that with a failure in the harvest for the year, I may not be able to make endsss fully meet. You understand why this would be a delicate subject for one of my… stature.”<br/><br/>It was a curious statement; anyone who possessed a familiarity with the trade routes to eastern Asia knew that Andhra province included the Empire’s largest and richest port, Visakhapatnam, on the eastern coast, and thus raked in its riches. More to the point, no word of any crop failures had yet reached Sasvata Nagara. For its governor to be in need of a loan would, therefore, be odd indeed."
15372,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=225,2015-01-02T14:30:00,Glajinard,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Barronsson Bank, City of Sasvata Nagara</span><br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Drunken Pagan Weirdos <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23000366#p23000366"">wrote</a>:</cite>Lord Bakasura’s thin-lipped smile broke into a sneer. “You presume to –“<br/><br/>Suddenly he paused, and his face went blank. After several seconds, with a great deal of effort, he twisted his visage back into a pleasant one. “Of courssse, Sidlo Barronsson,” he hissed. “I seek gold. It is for… routine upkeep, you see. The soldiers must be paid; roads must be maintained. I fear that with a failure in the harvest for the year, I may not be able to make endsss fully meet. You understand why this would be a delicate subject for one of my… stature.”<br/><br/>It was a curious statement; anyone who possessed a familiarity with the trade routes to eastern Asia knew that Andhra province included the Empire’s largest and richest port, Visakhapatnam, on the eastern coast, and thus raked in its riches. More to the point, no word of any crop failures had yet reached Sasvata Nagara. For its governor to be in need of a loan would, therefore, be odd indeed.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Sidlo braced himself for a withering response from Bakasura, but it seemed the lord thought better of it. The incongruities in the governor's response were not lost on Sidlo. He was a banker, and it was his business to know the economic state of the country around him. As over half their business revolved around loans to farmers, Sidlo knew there was no such crop failure. Even if there were, Visakhapatnam should bring enough money from tariffs alone to provide for the provincial government's needs.<br/><br/>However, Sidlo knew he had no other choice. He couldn't press Bakasura further without risking harm to himself, his family, or his establishment. In the end he had little choice but to provide the money. However, he hoped at least to garner a little favor with the lord for doing so.<br/><br/>""My Lord, we would be very happy to provide you a loan in this time of need."" he said. ""As Andhra province is such a prosperous area, we are sure after this small setback you will have no problem repaying us. I think an interest rate of 4% will be sufficient, how much gold will you be requiring?"""
15373,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=225,2015-01-02T15:10:00,New Nassrau,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""color: #800000""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">The Bastion of Latium<br/>Constantinople<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Trickery""</span></span><br/></span><br/></span></div><br/><br/>The air was turning harsh. Ever so suddenly, a letter had fallen into the Empress' lap. Its contents confused her and caused her not to feel safe, but worried. Where did this letter come from? Why is she learning these facts? Who are her supposed ""real"" guardians, and why does it warn against trusting the Pope? The Pope has been a point of stability in her life. Whenever she felt down, he always propped her up. He enjoyed her faith, and she enjoyed his comfort and wise council. Were it not for him, she would have been broken long ago. More leaves were falling. Wait... in fact, the skies were turning darker. Why were there suddenly clouds? It was bright just a moment ago. Laodice put her hands to her arms and felt cold. She quickly walked inside of the palace. Attendants were lighting fires to keep the place lit as she walked down the halls. She went into her glorious bedroom and put on heavier clothes. Laodice paused and looked outside the balcony. People in Constantinople were closing shops as the bad weather was getting worse. In the streets, it was hard to tell, but many priests, bishops, and other holy men were marching through the town. She ran out and two Praetorians flanked her. She went outside in a hurry.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Bastion of Latium<br/>Belgrade and across the Danube</span><br/><br/>This city is somehow forever a frontier city. South of the banks of Danube, this border town somehow became larger and prosperous. It is quite well known as being an entrance into the wilderness of the unknown. A large bridge connects Belgrade to the northern side of the river, however the middle can be raised to keep anything out. Most of the time it is raised, however a Legionnaire detachment patrols the other side. The Belgrade garrison is one of the best equipped outside of Constantinople and the Far East. Probably the third best equipped and strongest. The mist is heavy this time of year, and patrols have to be very careful. They are told to always stay to the path and never venture on their own. They are constantly told of how beasts roam and that nothing is civilized for miles. They are also told to be cautious of trickery. For trickery was on their minds when out of the mist, soldiers come marching."
15374,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=225,2015-01-02T16:27:00,Drunken Pagan Weirdos,"<blockquote><div><cite>Glajinard <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23000553#p23000553"">wrote</a>:</cite>Sidlo braced himself for a withering response from Bakasura, but it seemed the lord thought better of it. The incongruities in the governor's response were not lost on Sidlo. He was a banker, and it was his business to know the economic state of the country around him. As over half their business revolved around loans to farmers, Sidlo knew there was no such crop failure. Even if there were, Visakhapatnam should bring enough money from tariffs alone to provide for the provincial government's needs. <br/><br/>However, Sidlo knew he had no other choice. He couldn't press Bakasura further without risking harm to himself, his family, or his establishment. In the end he had little choice but to provide the money. However, he hoped at least to garner a little favor with the lord for doing so. <br/><br/>""My Lord, we would be very happy to provide you a loan in this time of need."" he said. ""As Andhra province is such a prosperous area, we are sure after this small setback you will have no problem repaying us. I think an interest rate of 4% will be sufficient, how much gold will you be requiring?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>“Interest?” Bakasura scowled and hissed. “Interest will –“<br/><br/>He broke off again and stared at Sidlo – though a more appropriate description would be that he stared<span style=""font-style: italic"">through</span>the dwarven banker, as if concentrating upon something off in the distance. When he next spoke, it was in a flat, hushed tone. “Interest will, of course, be paid in full,” said he. “A flat four per-cent rate is fair and appropriate. As to the amount… I shall require forty pounds in gold coin to cover my shortcomings for the season. Not… too much, you see, and my gratitude would of course be immense. And I would need it immediately.”<br/><br/>He continued to stare blankly through Sidlo as he awaited a response.<br/><br/><div align=""center"">---------<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Royal Palace, City of Sasvata Nagara</span></span><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/jIrXoKu.jpg""/></div><br/><br/>Lady Manushya was drawn from the Sleep of the Black Lotus, an old meditation ritual that served to focus her mind and heighten her magical potency, by a low knock on the door of her personal rooms. “Enter,” she said, prying open a single eye in irritation.<br/><br/>A single individual, a very young Rakshasa who had once been one of Manushya’s favorites, slipped into the room with a bow of apology. “I thought it wise to inform you, Milady, that Lord Bakasura has been sighted in the city. A trustworthy source saw him attempting to… discreetly enter a foreign establishment.”<br/><br/>“Bakasura?” Manushya repeated. “The governor? He sent no word that he would be visiting the capital. What ‘establishment’ did he patronize?”<br/><br/>“I believe it is the outlander dwarven financial establishment, the bank.”<br/><br/>“The bank?” Manushya was interested; Bakasura was a politically powerful noble, and politically powerful nobles would rather be caught dead than begging for currency from anyone. And even if he<span style=""font-style: italic"">were</span>financially destitute for whatever reason, what would possess him to do so this blatantly? Why not remain in Visakhapatnam and send an anonymous mortal servant instead? “I don’t believe that it was Lord Bakasura,” she finally said. “He would never do something like this. Confirm the identity of the subject, and after he has left, question the dwarves as to what he was doing there. Report the results directly to me as soon as you are able; there’s no need to involve anyone else.”<br/><br/>It always paid, Manushya reflected, to have a governor under one’s thumb. If this were true, Bakasura would owe her a gigantic favor indeed."
15375,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=225,2015-01-02T16:59:00,Glajinard,"<blockquote><div><cite>Drunken Pagan Weirdos <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23002104#p23002104"">wrote</a>:</cite>“Interest?” Bakasura scowled and hissed. “Interest will –“<br/><br/>He broke off again and stared at Sidlo – though a more appropriate description would be that he stared <span style=""font-style: italic"">through</span> the dwarven banker, as if concentrating upon something off in the distance. When he next spoke, it was in a flat, hushed tone. “Interest will, of course, be paid in full,” said he. “A flat four per-cent rate is fair and appropriate. As to the amount… I shall require forty pounds in gold coin to cover my shortcomings for the season. Not… too much, you see, and my gratitude would of course be immense. And I would need it immediately.”<br/><br/>He continued to stare blankly through Sidlo as he awaited a response.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The continued unfocused staring of the governor was disturbing to Sidlo, and he hoped to get rid of the man soon.<br/><br/>""Very well sir, forty pounds in coin. If you will wait here we will get it together for you as quickly as possible. If you like we provide complementary transport anywhere within the city, and for a nominal fee we can arrange for transport outside the city as well. I'll let you think it over.""<br/><br/>Sidlo exited the room without giving Bakasura time to respond, eager to be away from him. He walked down a few flights of steps to the main vault, where his son was on duty. He filled out the necessary paperwork to withdraw the gold, the Barronssons had a meticulous system to track the comings and goings of the bank. Soon he had forty pounds of gold coin in two medium sized chests. He had them loaded onto a small cart, and placed under guard in the bank lobby. He returned to his office afterwards.<br/><br/>""My lord the gold is ready and waiting in the lobby. I just need your signature on this document,"" said Sidlo, handing it to Bakasura along with a quill, ""and the gold is yours. The loan and interest will come due in one year's time."""
15376,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=225,2015-01-02T19:03:00,Arkotania,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Central Chamber of Al-Abraj</span></span><br/><br/>A horn was sounded as the doors to the chamber began to open. From the eight doors came groups of men dressed in elegant, and differently colored, robes. The room was shaped like a nonagon, nine sides, with on side to the south elevated above the other sides. This platform was the Jinnari Stand. The other sides represented the other tribes.<br/><br/>The Grand Shaman took the center stand and began to chant a prayer. The room began to fill with swirling light, a manipulation of the flames of the torches in the room. They began to shift in colors and cover the surface of ceiling before becoming transparent, creating a portal. ""Before the gods of Shamsaan, who serve as witness to our grand gathering, we proceed!""<br/><br/>Every one of the tribes began to stand, and introduce themselves. For the short time the Qabalat was formed, the leadership was the same. However, it appeared that there had been some changes as 3 tribal leaders were unfamiliar to the rest. Once introductions were shared, the leader of the Jinnar stood. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">I,Marshal Rawjan Ursam, stand on behalf of the Jinnari of this world. I greet all you tribal leaders to our annual gathering once again, and extend my welcome to the three newcomers. For years, we've focused only on our internal growth but it has come to my attention that we must expand our influce to our neighbors. In our very capital city, we hold the bank of a foreign nation. Yet we know nothing of our neighbors.</span>""<br/><br/>Marshal Ursam pointed at the ground in front of him and an aide ran up with a large map. The aide opened the map across the chamber floor, and the portal above illuminated it for all to see. Another aide arrived with a wide jar filled with different color sand. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">As you can see, our scouts believe we have 3 neighbors to our North and East. From what they were able to spot, we will need to send three emissaries</span>."" As he spoke, he was waving his right hand to demonstrate the locations, which would be marked by a specific color of sand.<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">My primary concern is the land to the south-west. I believe that we MUST expand our borders to these lands. Their prime location along a coast, and the presence of a river, would give our nation substantial benefits. I ask that, with the blessings of Al-Shamsaan and the Grand Shaman, we prepare an invasion force to occupy and settle these territories. While it would be best that all the tribes attend this action, I will need only at least 5 tribes to aid me</span>."" The marshal continued to outline his plans for invasion and the various supplies and manpower he would for the invasion.<br/><br/>In the meantime, three emissaries were quickly prepared, given messages of greetings, gold for tribute, and an escort of Jinnari cavalry, before being sent out to the three nations. They would travel to the nations of:<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">-Mountains of Sankinlari<br/>-The Bastion of Latium<br/>-The Kingdom of Waltu</span>"
15377,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=225,2015-01-02T19:11:00,The V O I D,"<blockquote><div><cite>Drunken Pagan Weirdos <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=22932915#p22932915"">wrote</a>:</cite>One bright, pleasant morning a single ocean-going ship set out from the island of Sri Lanka, bound for the Draekonian Imperium. Ambassador Raktabija stood at its prow, arms crossed as he took in the view of the sun shimmering over the waves. Unlike the second ambassador on the journey, Lord Jatasura of the Twenty Sorcerers, Raktabija was yet a mortal human – though, in part due to the patronage of the sorceress Manushya, he was considered a promising candidate for what his patron had referred to as the Dark Gift. “Succeed in this journey,” she had said, “and I may well be able to persuade the Emperor to allow me to give you true Nobility… personally.”<br/><br/>To be turned undead by so old a Rakshasa – and one who was so close to the Devaraja, no less! – would give Raktabija power and prestige unparalleled amongst neonates. That he was a distant bloodline descendant of the sorceress’ brother, a man dead for over nine hundred years, had allowed him this opportunity in the first place – and he fully intended to use his talents, connections, and skills to make the most of it from here. Lord Jatasura had been publicly less than excited about “babysitting Manushya’s pet mortal”, but the sorcerer was none of Raktabija’s concern. He spit into the water below and thought, <span style=""font-style: italic"">Screw him.</span><br/><br/>The trip was, auspiciously, rather uneventful; not even Jatasura’s veiled gripes and complaints could damper Raktabija’s mood. As they maneuvered the ship in to dock, the two ambassadors and their guards – all of whom were mortal, the better to avoid potentially frightening the Draekonians – gathered on the deck and readied to disembark.<br/><br/><div align=""center"">-----<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Imperial Palace, Anihc</span></div><br/><br/>The Lord Subahu, on the other hand, did not feel that he had had a pleasing trip at all. Over his centuries of undeath this rotund nobleman and former territorial governor had become quite the gourmand with regards to what types of mortals he preferred to feast upon – and once his diplomatic train of elephants had crossed over the southern border into Anihc, he had been forced to refrain entirely from what he enjoyed so well. It was necessary, he had been told, to avoid any sort of odd behavior until safe and out of public view. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Bah!</span> he thought with a snort.<br/><br/>In any event the delegation arrived at Anihc’s Imperial Palace, and Lord Subahu, taking care to hide his more <span style=""font-style: italic"">abnormal</span> facial aspects, requested an audience with the Emperor of Anihc himself.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">The Draekonian Imperium <br/>Elseun - ""Dock"" City</span></span></span><br/><br/>The ""Dock"" City of the Imperium, Elseun, was a medium sized city by Draekonian standards. The ship would have docked there, more than likely. The Slavemaids and Imperial Guardsmen awaited the ship to unload their ambassadors, and such. There were six Slavemaids, who were feminine in their scale color as well as upper body appearance. The Slavemaids were no larger than an average carriage. Meanwhile, the Guardsmen trumped their size by being about the size of four carriages, in terms of their reptilian halves, while their upper halves were muscular and very masculine in appearance, covered in golden-colored armor and helmet. One of the Guardsmen would speak upon the ambassadors' departure from the ship, the formal Imperial greeting, no less. It was spoken very proudly and definitively.<br/>""<span style=""font-weight: bold"">On behalf of his Imperial Greatness, the Draekonian Emperor, I welcome you all to our wondrous Imperium.</span>"", said the Guardsman. Then, he awaited any formal responses or greetings."
15378,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=225,2015-01-02T19:30:00,Hastiaka,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Alterian Republic<br/>Territories of the High Elven Republic<br/>Election Day, Alinor</span></div><br/><br/>While the EU Summit is still taking place, The Citizens of Alteria were lining in the election ballots. The candidates went to city to city to make their speech. The entire election was centralized. Once the ballots were already finished in the cities, they will be shipped to Alinor. Hundreds of Thousands lined and voted for Alredan Varyleon. He won via landslide and is now to make his oath in the capital.<br/><br/>Hours later, Thousands of Elves and Humans crowded the streets of the capital. Packs upon packs of them are literally like ants. Alredan Varyleon and his Vice-Chairwoman of the Republic; Terada Leon. The two made their oath in front of Thousands of witnesses.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">''We Alredan Varyleon and Terada Leon. Take this oath in the name of the people. Live this oath for the name of the people and Abide by this oath by the name of the people. I shall do my duties of Alteria and by the grace of the gods i shall prevail. I will not malign the system of truth for we are the truth and we shall prevail. Our duties are bonded by the goddess for we are her servants as we serve her as our master. Alteria today is Alteria forever.'' </span>both said while on the podium.<br/><br/>The two then paraded to the Palace of Archduchess now named as the Republic Palace. There, the two would gather with the elected senate and would discuss the current issues of Alteria."
15379,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=225,2015-01-03T06:02:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Engdahl Skogsmarker, Imperial Kylantha</span></span></div><br/>Throughout the forests of Kylantha were stone paths laid down for the convenience of travel. Despite this, the journey was not always safe. Along the road, people would always encounter something unpleasant. This was why the Imperial Government advised all who travelled to or from Kylantha to have some form of security with them. On this particular road, predators were abundant. They attacked merchant caravans and even armed convoys fearlessly. They had no reason to be scared, anyway. These creatures were large and durable. Arrows and swords were far from enough to put them down.<br/><br/>Watching the Toisilaans from the treeline was an adult male<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://pinkubentobox.com/nagi/images/dinowiki/deltadromeus_01.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">silvadromeus</a>. The elves were only about as<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://fc01.deviantart.net/fs70/i/2011/175/3/a/deltadromeus_agilis_by_eocarchariadinops-d3jur5w.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">tall as the huge reptile's leg</a>. Patiently, it waited for the group's front to get ahead before it suddenly burst out of the trees, roaring. It grabbed one rider by the head and took him off his horse. The others seemed dumbfounded as the rider was lifted, his head and shoulders could no longer be seen as they were in the silvadromeus' jaws. Then he was dropped, lifeless. The creature stepped on the dead rider and tore a piece of meat from him before roaring triumphantly and turning towards the front. It had many to choose from tonight, and probably wouldn't go hungry if he could catch them all. The horses as well. Horses tasted better, but elves were good too.<br/><hr/><br/>Airdan simply smiled at Cao before directing his own squadrons west to head for the courtyard. The Palace would be their target. Below, the fighting was intense as well. But surely the High King and his own troops could manage.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Bruun, Imperial Kylantha</span></span></div><br/>As expected, arrows could not kill Northern wyverns. They only felt stings. But unless the riderwas hit, they did not fall. Snow wyverns were even harder to kill than the Northern wyverns, as they were larger and had thicker skin. Airdan was escorted by three other riders as he landed on Taero's balcony. The plumehawks in the eyrie were going crazy at the sight of Northern wyverns, which was their primary predator. Airdan drew his sword quickly as the three riders joined him. The were soon in the Imperial quarters and confronting Taero. There were many guards with him, and he simply laughed at Airdan, who was outnumbered and definitely not experienced enough to fight him. He was old, but he drew his sword and taunted the Emperor to a fight.<br/><br/>At the gates outside, the Kylanthans were stacking up and pushing, and at some point began to succeed. That was until two chasm lizards threw themselves against it, destroying it completely and throwing the guards in every direction. Kylanthan troops and Imperial guardsmen were assisting the dwarves while some of them entered the palace immediately, searching for Taero. The fighting soon reached the highest towers, and Airdan was backed by several other troops. They wanted Taero down, but knew what the plan was, so they engaged the guards first. Taero fled the room with Airdan on his tail. The Emperor pursued the adviser through the halls and caught him in the mess hall, his sword ready.<br/>The first thing Taero did was to fling a torch at one of the banners in the room, setting it aflame. The problem with this was the fact that these banners were connected to chains that held a large chandelier up. If it fell, the mess hall would be destroyed. Taero smirked. There were only two doors leading out of the mess hall, and they were behind Airdan. If he chose to flee now, he would be in trouble, but he expected the young Emperor to still fight. And that was what he did. Airdan lunged for the old adviser, but couldn't hit him just yet. He was quite good for his age. The man only laughed at Airdan, agitating him. This was part of his plan. If the boy was frustrated he would become easily distracted, and thus, easier to defeat.<br/><br/>By the time that the chandelier was dangling by three chains more, Airdan was already wounded. Taero had struck him in the side and arms, but he would not back down. Every time the Emperor swung his sword he yelled furiously, and was soon exhausted. Taero found the perfect opportunity and grabbed a pot from the table and threw it at Airdan, he then swiftly moved forward and stabbed the Emperor through the stomach. The blade pierced through Airdan's body, and Taero made it worse by moving it around. When he pushed Airdan off his sword, he fell onto the carpets, panting and clutching at his stomach. He still had his sword in his other hand.<br/><br/>""There. It's done. You've failed... Just like your father. You never expected me. He was a fool to trust me, now look. He's dead... Like you will be very soon."" Taero mocked the boy as his vision began to blur. ""When I'm done with you, I'll find your family and kill them as well. Actually, I'll make them suffer first. Yes. That would be better.""<br/><br/>""Don't you... Touch them... You... You... I'll kill you..."" Airdan croaked, forcing himself up onto his knees.<br/><br/>""In that state? Kill me? Airdan, that was just what your father said before I<span style=""font-style: italic"">lopped his head off</span>."" the adviser laughed.<br/>""The Venali had nothing to do with his death. It was I who killed your father. And now, I'm going to kill you.""<br/><br/>Now Airdan was truly furious. He began to force himself forward though he was only moments from death. He had never felt so much pain in his life. As Taero strode away, Airdan took a knife sitting nearby and threw as hard as he could, hoping it would hit him. It did, anyway. The knife lodged itself into Taero's ankle, sending him sprawling and wailing in pain. He hurried towards the doors, holding his leg, but it was too late. Airdan closed his eyes and took a deep breath as the chandelier fell, crushing both of them.<br/><br/>Half an hour later, troops came in to check the dining hall, and saw Taero, impaled by large pieces of the chandelier's glass frame. They found their Emperor minutes later, impaled as well and lifeless beneath piles of debris. They stood where they were, frozen, mourning silently. Two of them took Taero, and hung him over his balcony, showing the last of his troops that he was gone. The militia fighting for the poser dropped their swords and surrendered. Some of them committed suicide.<br/><br/>The soldiers who had first seen the dead set Airdan's body aside first before reporting what had happened to their commanding officers. Celebrations quickly turned to grieving once the message was around. Velatha and Nelaeryn were struck most, having been closer to the Emperor than most others. But they were in denial. The Kylanthans were crushed to find that Airdan was indeed killed. Velatha felt that he should have been with Airdan, but he wasn't one of the riders who entered the palace first. From the towers of Bruun's walls, horns were sounded, though they weren't like other Kylanthan horns. Their sound was deep and low, to tell neighbouring cities that the Emperor was dead. From far off, the same horn was being blown. Soon the sound seemed to be everywhere.<br/><br/>Captain Velatha of the Imperial Guard walked to the dwarven High King with Airdan's cape. It was torn but otherwise intact. There was also blood on it. Velatha knelt down and showed Lakrir the cape.<br/><br/>""Your Majesty. Our Emperor is gone, killed along with the traitor, Taero. I have heard that his family lives, and now they must return to take the Emperor's place..."" he said. His voice cracked as he held back tears, keeping his head down."
15380,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=225,2015-01-03T12:32:00,Renetopia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Newly gained lands of the Dwarvenlands</span><br/><br/>Commander Omdam couldn't believe what he saw. From the nearby woods two figures appeared, both shorter than him. One looked like a Dwarf, only it wasn't as muscular, had a white beard and hair, a large nose and wore odd robes. The other one was even shorter and looked like a human, with messy hair and no shoes, exposing his rather hairy feet.<br/><br/>The two men approached Omdam. He put away his battleaxe and, still very surprised, spoke calmly to the two figures.<br/><br/>""Hello... I'm Omdam, a Dwarvish commander and these people are my army. We mean no harm. Uh, who are you fellas?""<br/><br/>The one with the white beard spoke first. ""My name is Sargos and this fella beside me is Lerd Dilas. We're leaders of our respective people. You see, not too far from here there once existed a great kingdom known as Guaesau Diladiz. Our people lived together here in harmony and peace. But not too long ago a plague struck. Around three quarters of the population died. Mr Dilas and me are the current leaders of the survivors of a broken nation.""<br/><br/>The other one, Lerd Dilas, spoke with tears in his eyes. ""There's actually a lot of us, but our infrastructure is destroyed. Villages are abandoned and decaying, the rivers polluted, it's just... Horrible. And we have nowhere else to go.""<br/><br/>Omdam felt sorry for the two. ""You know what,"" he said. ""Why don't me and my crew set up camp here and we could talk more. You've gained my interest, alright.""<br/><hr/><br/>Later that evening, in camp, Sargos and Lerd told Omdam and his soldiers their full story. Everyone in camp listened.<br/><br/>Apparently, this once prosperous Kingdom of Guaesau Diladiz was populated by two races, Gnomes (Sargos' race) and Halflings (Lerd's race). The Dwarves thought Gnomes and Halflings only existed in myths and legends, or might have gone extinct long ago. The Gnomes lived beneath hills in small towns and Halflings lived in even smaller villages in the valleys.<br/><br/>Then the plague came and almost wiped them out. Death, civil unrest, famine, bandits, civil war and finally forced exile. The Dwarves sympathized with the Gnomes and Halflings and decided to help them out.<br/><br/>As the two were finishing their story, Omdam came up with an unusual idea. The Dwarvenlands were wast but almost everyone lived in cities under mountains. Many hills and valleys were unpopulated. Perhaps they could let the Halflings and Gnomes settle in Kerorem.<br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Kerboms, the Dwarvenlands</span><br/><br/>Meanwhile, king Busem the Brave returned to the Dwarvenlands from his expedition to Glajinard.<br/><br/>The townspeople were so happy they organized a party on a massive level. It was heartwarming for Busem to see just how much his people loved him.<br/><br/>""So..."", he asked random nearby people. ""Anything worthwhile happen while I was gone?"""
15381,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=225,2015-01-03T15:06:00,Glajinard,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Brunn, Kylantha</span><br/><br/>When Taero's body was hung from the balcony of the Imperial Palace, fighting began to stop immediately. Word of his death spread like wildfire through the Kylanthan ranks, and they began throwing down their arms in surrender to the dwarves and Imperial Guards. The dwarves began to cheer, reveling in their victory. They began taking the surrendering Kylanthan soldiers as prisoners of war, marching them out into the plain in front of the city gates. They bid them sit down in great groups, under guard.<br/><br/>High King Lakrir, spattered with blood, put down his war-axe and took off his helmet. He called Gesik to his side, petting the large bear's head. He soon noticed the approach of Velatha, however.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23008434#p23008434"">wrote</a>:</cite>Captain Velatha of the Imperial Guard walked to the dwarven High King with Airdan's cape. It was torn but otherwise intact. There was also blood on it. Velatha knelt down and showed Lakrir the cape.<br/><br/>""Your Majesty. Our Emperor is gone, killed along with the traitor, Taero. I have heard that his family lives, and now they must return to take the Emperor's place..."" he said. His voice cracked as he held back tears, keeping his head down.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The High King shed a tear as soon as he saw what Velatha was holding. In the short time he had known him, he had become good friends with the young Emperor, he had seen much of himself in the boy. He took the blood-soaked cape, and turned to address the combined armies.<br/><br/>""History will long remember Airdan the Liberator,"" said Lakrir in a strong voice, ""his tale shall be told and songs sung in his honor in Glajinard for generations!""<br/><br/>The dwarves cheered, they too had grown to respect Airdan. Lakrir turned back to Velatha.<br/><br/>""We'll send a party of wyrvens to pick up the Empress and the children and bring them back quickly. I will remain here to meet with her when she returns. This is a sad time, but there are things that need to be discussed now that the war is over."""
15382,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=225,2015-01-03T15:49:00,The GAmeTopians,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Dyun Mar</span><br/>Hills of sand for miles around, the whole land hot and dry. Even more sand blew up into the air, driven by deadly winds of the sun.<br/>All was quiet.<br/>But if you looked carefully, you could see a massive sandstone door hidden in the side of one of the larger hills. Two towers poked out of the top of the hill, like the ears of an animal. Four short, stocky dwarves sat in each tower, scanning the horizon with bows in hand. In the towers there were also cauldrons of oil, ready to burn and send toppling down on enemies. If you were to get past the twin towers and the massive, thick door, you would immediately be faced with a long stairway, leading down into the caverns. You would see heavily armed dwarves standing guard at intervals, ready with swords, battleaxes and maces. At the bottom of the stairway you would see a massive cavern, lit with torches showing buildings and more tunnels. In the center stood a stone building, with a sign on the door labeled ""City Hall"". This, however, was anything but the city hall. This was, in fact, the guardhouse. Any intruder who happened to attempt to force their way inside would be met by spears and axes. The tunnel opposite the stairway led to the forges. Were you to enter you would see dwarves, hammers in hand, beating fine metal into weapons and armor. They used the secret technique of Dyun Mar, known as the Discarene Forge, to create magnificently hard armor and sharp weapons. They would then pass everything on to the dwarven enchanters, who would use the dwarven magics to seal in the durability and power of the weapons and armor. This was the world of a Dyun Mar smith.<br/>OOC: I'm not going to go over all of the defenses, this is just a general outline."
15383,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=225,2015-01-03T16:02:00,Mesrane,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Near Lapua, Kingdom of Toisilaa</span><br/><br/>Karujas took the scroll and looked over the dwarvish runes. Having little experience with their kind, he could not read it. ""My apologies Captain for my unfriendly entrance."" He bowed low. ""I am Karujas, ranger of the realm and servant to the Earl of Lapua. And yes, to answer the questions of your fellows, I am indeed an elf, as are nearly all within the kingdom."" Sniffing against the cold, he held up the scroll. ""I'm afraid I can't read this at all, but if this is meant for King Viryas, you should go to him in Niemala. It's not far actually. You head straight north through these woods for a few hours before you come across a road leading further north still. It's a three day ride down that road to the capital. But,"" he sat down around the fire. ""I confess I am quite peckish, and surely you'll want to spend the night here before heading for Niemala tomorrow no?""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Engdahl Skogsmarker, Kylantha</span><br/><br/>Tiusjalo watched for a moment in petrified horror as one of the leading elves was ripped from his saddle by an enormous lizard-like creature and virtually bit in half by its gargantuan jaws, blood spraying across many of the others like some grotesque fountain. But then, recovering his senses, he spurred his horse forward as the rest of the party scattered into ones and twos so as to isolate the creature's attention. He and another of the rangers notched arrows to their short bows and loosed them, the shafts burying themselves in the chest by the right leg. Tiusjalo twisted desperately in the saddle to sight Earl Rovasarku, who was off to the side of the road, his mount parked in a thick of cluster of trees along with two other riders, almost unnoticeable as they stood stock still.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Good,</span>he thought quickly.<span style=""font-style: italic"">It might be able to stick its maw inside, but it can't fit its whole body. And I think he's more interested in Pekka and myself. </span>The ranger galloped back around the creature's tail, notching another arrow and raising his bow as the other riders began a barrage with their own bows, always staying on the move, galloping in random patterns in front of the beast as they shot."
15384,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=225,2015-01-03T17:08:00,Osnil,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Blessed Island of Idrra<br/>The Eldar's Tower</span><br/>""You want to what?"" asked Tonwit. His wings drooped.<br/><br/>""I said that I would like to seek the Council of the High Elves of Vallorion. That is where the Idrraen elves came from. We departed from there because of wars and famine, and some of us would like to take a trip there, as well as the other elven countries,"" Ayre replied, ""I want to see their relationships between them and man. And the men's relationship with each other.""<br/><br/>""You suggesting that we allow you-to leave? Don't you like it here?"" asked Nerissa, saddened.<br/><br/>""I am not asking for permission, but only your blessing. It may be beneficial to our dealings with man,"" Ayre replied.<br/><br/>Silence flooded the room. Everyone there knew he was right.<br/><br/>""Then Ayre, Eldest of the Elves, who shall go with you?"" asked Tonwit. He didn't want all elves to go.<br/><br/>""At least a company of fifty and myself,"" Ayre replied, ""my lovely wife, Asyre can take my seat on the council.""<br/><br/>""That is acceptable,"" Tonwit said, ""I thought that all three thousand elves were leaving Idrra.""<br/><br/>""How do you intend to cross the ocean?"" asked Nerissa.<br/><br/>""That was the other thing. I had hoped that the trees would lend us enough wood so we could make a fleet of rafts,"" Ayre replied.<br/><br/>Autumntree smiled, ""The dryads will give you everything you want.""<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">One week later<br/>The Northern Shore of Idrra</span><br/>Waves of goodbye and shouts of ""Viridi be with you."" echoed from the beaches as Ayre and his fifty elves sailed off. The mermaids gave them a good start, pushing the boats forward. Before Ayre had boarded, Tremine had given him a gift-a crystal ball. It was a magic ball, intended for contacting the Eldar Council with new information.<br/><br/>The mermaids had instructed a group of dolphins to pull the elves to the nearest friendly territory. The dolphins were tied to the rafts, and the journey began."
15385,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=225,2015-01-03T18:13:00,Siliarba,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Matriarchy of The Winged Mountain</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">West of the Winged Mountain / Eastern territory of The Swathari Confederacy</span><br/><br/>For months the war between the Matriarchy and the Swathari had been going on, seemingly in a strong disadvantage for the Harpies. The Swathari pushed, the Matriarchy fell back, the Swathari laid claim, and the Matriarchy fell back. Just like almost everything when dealing with Harpies, this was all a facade, casualties were nearly non existent, the lands that were supposedly taken over underwent no change as the Swathari was pushing to fast so the lands remained unspoiled.<br/><br/>As the greatest part off the Swathari army was inside the territory off the Winged Mountain, the harpies made their move, all Harpies capable off wind magic had gathered in the skies around the border merely waiting for the sign from<a class=""postlink"" href=""https://s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com/236x/5a/0c/ed/5a0ced9deeb8b494886f6c362ddd956b.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Zephy Whitebreeze</a>to spring in to action. And once given the command they started creating a great wind wall separating the Swathari army from it's country. It was far from impossible to pass through the wind wall but it would be like facing a rainless storm, the harpies would have the clear advantage.<br/><br/>Meanwhile the base off the Winged Mountain and the forest surrounding it had been covered in traps designed by<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://fc08.deviantart.net/fs8/i/2005/298/4/e/Harpy__coloured__by_bishie_keeper.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Nymira Bluesight</a>and her agents just waiting to be sprung causing any armies unable to fly to get separated from each other. With the route to escape basically closed and the enemy army scattered in to small groups it was<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://fc09.deviantart.net/fs71/i/2012/059/b/b/harpy_by_draakh-d4rai7c.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Mylene Redclaw</a>who lead the charge together with the Harpy commanders to take down the enemy army, killing those that managed to stay in group and attempting to disarm and kidnap small groups or completely separated enemies as future slave laborers.<br/><br/>A war that went on for months had seemingly ended in days. The Winged Mountain was back under the Matriarchies control and the number off slave laborers had been increased by a great deal of strong slaves, plus any Swathari civilians unlucky enough to have been caught up in the war. And wile the Harpies could have continued this war deeper in to Swathari territory, they had all ready claimed all they wanted out off this war, more territory than the Winged Mountains and it's forests was unmaintainable with their current numbers and wile more slaves is always a great bonus having to many becomes a detriment so pushing further had nothing to offer the Harpies.<br/><br/>It was under that logic that the council decided to offer the Swathari to keep what remained off their lands as long as they showed no aggression towards the Matriarchy or dared cross it's borders again."
15386,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=225,2015-01-03T18:58:00,The GAmeTopians,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Dyun Mar</span><br/>""Sir, I have heard rumors of an attack from the northeast."" The True King sat on his throne, facing one of his advisors. True King Lanthanus was a wise young man, if a bit hotheaded.<br/>""Ah. Well, they'll have a good fight if so, and we may have something to work with. Prepare a messenger bird for the Harpy Matriarchy farther Northeast, I have an offer for them.""<br/>The advisor saluted and hurried off.<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-style: italic"">My lady Raven Blackfeather,<br/><br/>We have heard rumors of invasion from the northeast, and we have an offer for you. These are the terms:<br/>You will provide us with military assistance in this possible war and any future wars.<br/>You will not enslave any Dyun Mar dwarves (we do not ask you to refrain from enslaving other dwarves, however)<br/>In return, we will:<br/>Provide you with discount prices on jewelry and gems<br/>Provide you with any military support you may need in the future<br/>Provide you with free weapons<br/>Turn over a percentage of the prisoners of war we capture to be used as slaves (men, of course)<br/><br/>I hope these terms are acceptable to you, they are quite in your favor.<br/>Sincerely,<br/><br/>King Lanthanus, The One True King of Dyun Mar</span></blockquote>"
15387,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=225,2015-01-03T20:04:00,New Abrahammia,"The Anihc sailors have finally reached Idrra. The men feel relieved how they finally reached dry land. They immediately head to the nearest taverns, as they had run out of booze a while ago. The men were wearing backpacks containing things they needed to map out the island, like compasses, feather pens, gold coins, and more. The men were excited to see the Dryads they've talked much about on the boat. They were expecting to perform romantic gestures with the Dryads, as they imagined them being very beautiful. They also had intentions to eat meat, as they had eaten mostly rice and fish upon the ship. The men discussed which teams would go to what ends of the island and decided who would map out the northern side, who would tackle the southern side, and so on. They were in no hurry to create this map, as Emperor Rorepme did not give them time restraints. They planned to spend a week in the first town they encountered before moving out."
15388,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=250,2015-01-03T20:10:00,Glajinard,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Coast of England</span><br/><br/>Captain Bevern, the Venali commander of the ship<span style=""font-style: italic"">Gikerahaf</span>, woke up on the cold sand. He was being shaken by a dwarf.<br/><br/>""Captain! Wake up captain!"" shouted the dwarf.<br/><br/>""I'm awake for Baule's sake!"" said the captain, a little angrily. His head was swimming, and the dwarf wasn't helping. It took the captain a second to remember what had happened. He'd been part of a small flotilla of ships carrying colonists. They'd been sent out to settle the four new islands that had been claimed for Glajinard in the Western Sea.<br/><br/>He raised himself up into a sitting position. He could see wreckage of his ship strewn about the beach. About twenty dwarves were huddled around a small fire, along with ten Venali, drying some clothes. Apparently they had only lost a few settlers, and none of the crew. Thankfully his ship had been one of the smaller ones in the flotilla.<br/><br/>The dwarf helped Bevern up and he walked over to the fire."
15389,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=250,2015-01-03T22:16:00,New Nassrau,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""color: #800000""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">The Bastion of Latium<br/>Constantinople<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Realizations""</span></span></span></span></div><br/>Emperor Valentine only caught a glimpse of his wife. What a pity, he had the fleeting thought of kissing her cheek. Eh. She will always be his wife, no matter what she does. Valentine slumped in his chair. Fires were being lit? The tiles creaked as feet touched the now cold floor. Running and running to light the candles and fires. More hurried feet ran to meet Valentine. This attendant nodded and directed him towards his room. Valentine rolled his eyes at the attendant's warm smile. What is this? The weather is getting colder, things need attending, and he's just standing there smiling? Valentine was about to push him aside when more workers stopped in front of the emperor and simply looked at him. He recoiled in disgust, but soon realized these were more than looks. For the first time in his life, he saw the expressions in their eyes. Hope, desire, regret. They all had something, and it was directed towards his room. Without question, he rose, the shackles of his armor clinking as he got up. He walked as more and more servants watched as he entered his room. There. All across his room. Flooded with letters. It was amazing! Wait, who did this! Some were dressed to his wife, but other were dressed to him, or both of them. He was hesitant to open them, but when he did, he was amazed. They were thank you letters. Letters telling amazing stories, tales of hope, tales of thanks, and tales of forgiveness. They thanked him for listening to their problems. Wait, he never sent senators around the country? It didn't matter, he found out that his citizens do have problems. Wait. Laodice. She was right, the whole time! He does need to care more about them, and if he commits to action, they will love him more! For once in his life, he smiled genuinely. A moment of urgency caught over him. He must apologize to his wife. He got up and committed to go to where she usually runs to, the Pope, inside the Hagia Sophia.<br/><br/>Laodice walked quickly. The building was nearby, but it was quite large and took a bit to arrive. The clouds had gotten blacker, and she became ever more confused at this sign. She looked at one of her Praetorians, and was in awe at the determination in his eyes. Laodice looked at the church windows. She gasped as bright light began to flash from inside. Bursts of gold light would shoot out the window in a dazzling display. Wait, wasn't magic banned from practice inside the Hagia Sophia? Her walk turned into a run as she went towards the church. Why? She needed answers. The letter she received earlier only unnerved her. Civilized monsters? Peace outside Latium's borders? She needed calm council. Another point of worry was the weather. The worsening conditions could be the sign of an attack by the beasts. Only a holy place could be safe. Rain started to fall, backed up by the awful rumbles of thunder. The skies roared in a fury. Laodice went to the doors, but they were locked! What is this?<br/><br/>""Please, I beg of you, holy men, it is I, your empress! Let me in, or I swear by God's name that i shall strike you down!""<br/><br/>After a moment dust fell off the doors as they were being heaved open by four men. She walked inside, unnerved by the fact they were covered in dark robes. Inside, the Pope's hands were raised over a circle in the middle of the church. Many other holy men were adding their magic to it. She considered leaving, confused beyond belief, but the Pope beckoned her in. He stepped around the circle and smiled a devious smile.<br/>""My Empress, it appears you have arrived at the right moment.""<br/><br/>Without thinking, Laodice stepped forward, her mind blank and the mystery in the air catching her.<br/>""What.... what is the meaning of this?""<br/><br/>Pope Innocent II laughed. Odd, she never heard him laugh before.<br/>""Humanity is the meaning of all this. My dearest Laodice, how you come before me with your questions and riddles. For years, my council has driven you towards your independence... towards this moment.""<br/><br/>He took her hand, but her mind snapped to and she took a step back. She had a look of worry.<br/>""I really don't know what to say, but I need more answers, why is the sky darkening? What is that holy ring? And why are you bringing up our past?""<br/><br/>He stepped forward a step as well so he couldn't lose grip of her hand.<br/>""You are more important than you think. There are those out there who try to dissuade you, but your purpose is far greater. Your aura is strong. The skies are turning not in anger, but in anguish for whats about to become. An Aeon, a powerful angelic being shall be formed in this world and bring light to us all. Humanity will be saved. The Aeon will cleanse all who are not human.""<br/><br/>He grasped her other hand.<br/>""Rome shall return to its former glory!""<br/>He led her closer to the circle, and she saw runes and letters she had never seen before swirl around alongside various patterns, but she stopped once more.<br/>""But why do you need me?""<br/><br/>She turned around and saw that both of her Praetorian guards were on the ground. Just as she was about to scream, the window panels burst as knights in silver and red outfits swung through, firing bursts of fire and light at the priests. The Pope stepped back. These new men rushed to Laodice's side, one spoke hurriedly.<br/>""Mam, you must leave now, the Pope is committing a grave terror! He'll use you as sacrifice then wipe out all li-""<br/><br/>He was cut off as a ray out light pierced his skin. Laodice screamed as the man fell to pieces. The Pope raised his scepter and another beam of light pierced the other man beside her. He yelled out.<br/>""Do not listen to these heathens! They spill lies!""<br/><br/>Laodice stood as various men fought each other using magic spells. She didn't know who to trust. Everyone was seemingly spinning lies, who was telling the truth.?<br/><br/>""LAODICE!""<br/>Teary eyed, she turned around and saw an unexpected face. Her husband! He raised his sword and ran towards her, slicing both Priest and Knight. She ran towards him and was caught in his arms.<br/>""Laodice, I was wrong about you. You were right about hope and everything, I don't know whats going on, but I am here now!""<br/><br/>They both started running. He spoke.<br/>""Lets leave, I can't bear to see you leave me once more!""<br/><br/>Laodice looked back in horror as the Pope raised his arms and he rose into the air. He spoke with an ever darker tone.<br/>""Not so fast Emperor, you have quite the aura useful for my plans""<br/><br/>The Pope surrounded Valentine's body in light as he rose in the air. He screamed towards his wife.<br/>""Go! Go now while you have the chance!""<br/><br/>Laodice looked into his eyes and ran outside into the pouring rain. She collapsed on the muddy ground and cried. Confused, horrified, and worried, she looked back and saw the lights and flashes in the Church. Her husband got captured.... and the Pope truly had something mischievous planned. She pushed that aside and more worried about Valentine. He saved her from whatever fate was due for her. But in that moment of joy, he was stolen from her. Laodice collapsed on her side as four Knights moved towards her body."
15390,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=250,2015-01-03T22:33:00,Drunken Pagan Weirdos,"<blockquote><div><cite>Glajinard <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23002406#p23002406"">wrote</a>:</cite>The continued unfocused staring of the governor was disturbing to Sidlo, and he hoped to get rid of the man soon. <br/><br/>""Very well sir, forty pounds in coin. If you will wait here we will get it together for you as quickly as possible. If you like we provide complementary transport anywhere within the city, and for a nominal fee we can arrange for transport outside the city as well. I'll let you think it over."" <br/><br/>Sidlo exited the room without giving Bakasura time to respond, eager to be away from him. He walked down a few flights of steps to the main vault, where his son was on duty. He filled out the necessary paperwork to withdraw the gold, the Barronssons had a meticulous system to track the comings and goings of the bank. Soon he had forty pounds of gold coin in two medium sized chests. He had them loaded onto a small cart, and placed under guard in the bank lobby. He returned to his office afterwards. <br/><br/>""My lord the gold is ready and waiting in the lobby. I just need your signature on this document,"" said Sidlo, handing it to Bakasura along with a quill, ""and the gold is yours. The loan and interest will come due in one year's time.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Bakasura took the proffered quill and laid signature onto paper in a slow, methodical motion before rising from his seat. “Yesss,” he hissed, now frowning as he tried to suppress a facial tic. “One year.”<br/><br/>Two mortal servants, both as blank-eyed as their master, entered the bank to take the cart as Bakasura approached. With a quick motion towards the door, the entire party left without another word. It was not ten seconds, however, before another figure – this one clearly mortal, and wearing the armor of a city guard – slipped through the building’s doors and made a beeline for Sidlo. “Sir,” he said upon approach, with no preamble, “I must speak with you about the man with whom you just interacted. What was his business here?”<br/><br/><div align=""center"">---------<br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/YXVUIeo.jpg""/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Northern Gate, City of Sasvata Nagara</span></span></div><br/><br/>Two clandestine guards followed the Lord Bakasura and his cargo to the edge of the city, and watched him pass under the great Northern Gate, presumably on his way back to Andhra Province. Suddenly both men blinked in shock, and one turned to the other. “Did you see that?” he asked.<br/><br/>For Bakasura and his entire load of gold had just stepped into one of the long shadows cast by the gate and disappeared – right before their very eyes!<br/><br/><div align=""center"">---------</div><br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>The V O I D <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23004123#p23004123"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">The Draekonian Imperium <br/>Elseun - ""Dock"" City</span></span></span><br/><br/>The ""Dock"" City of the Imperium, Elseun, was a medium sized city by Draekonian standards. The ship would have docked there, more than likely. The Slavemaids and Imperial Guardsmen awaited the ship to unload their ambassadors, and such. There were six Slavemaids, who were feminine in their scale color as well as upper body appearance. The Slavemaids were no larger than an average carriage. Meanwhile, the Guardsmen trumped their size by being about the size of four carriages, in terms of their reptilian halves, while their upper halves were muscular and very masculine in appearance, covered in golden-colored armor and helmet. One of the Guardsmen would speak upon the ambassadors' departure from the ship, the formal Imperial greeting, no less. It was spoken very proudly and definitively.<br/>""<span style=""font-weight: bold"">On behalf of his Imperial Greatness, the Draekonian Emperor, I welcome you all to our wondrous Imperium.</span>"", said the Guardsman. Then, he awaited any formal responses or greetings.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Curious creatures</span>, Raktabija thought. In truth he was somewhat frightened, or at least put on guard; he had been told that the Draekonians were sizeable beasts, but verbal description did little justice to stark reality. He reminded himself that he had seen more horrific things in service to his patroness – reminded himself two or three times, in fact – and bowed deeply. “I am Ambassador Raktabija,” he announced. “With me is Lord Ambassador Jatasura.”<br/><br/>The undead Rakshasa, standing at Raktabija’s shoulder, bowed as well, if less deeply than his associate. “In the name of the Great Devaraja of the Eternal Empire of Sasvatanagara,” Raktabija continued, “we accept and thank you for your warm welcome. The Draekonian Emperor honors us with his friendship. In return we bear gifts, to be presented to His Majesty, in hopes of reinforcing good relations between our great empires for generations to come.”<br/><br/>He motioned for the guards to begin carrying several chests off of the ship, then turned back to the Guardsman and waited."
15391,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=250,2015-01-04T04:48:00,Northern Arcadian Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Mesrane <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23014427#p23014427"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Near Lapua, Kingdom of Toisilaa</span> <br/> <br/>Karujas took the scroll and looked over the dwarvish runes. Having little experience with their kind, he could not read it. ""My apologies Captain for my unfriendly entrance."" He bowed low. ""I am Karujas, ranger of the realm and servant to the Earl of Lapua. And yes, to answer the questions of your fellows, I am indeed an elf, as are nearly all within the kingdom."" Sniffing against the cold, he held up the scroll. ""I'm afraid I can't read this at all, but if this is meant for King Viryas, you should go to him in Niemala. It's not far actually. You head straight north through these woods for a few hours before you come across a road leading further north still. It's a three day ride down that road to the capital. But,"" he sat down around the fire. ""I confess I am quite peckish, and surely you'll want to spend the night here before heading for Niemala tomorrow no?""<br/> <br/> <span style=""font-weight: bold"">Engdahl Skogsmarker, Kylantha</span> <br/> <br/> Tiusjalo watched for a moment in petrified horror as one of the leading elves was ripped from his saddle by an enormous lizard-like creature and virtually bit in half by its gargantuan jaws, blood spraying across many of the others like some grotesque fountain. But then, recovering his senses, he spurred his horse forward as the rest of the party scattered into ones and twos so as to isolate the creature's attention. He and another of the rangers notched arrows to their short bows and loosed them, the shafts burying themselves in the chest by the right leg. Tiusjalo twisted desperately in the saddle to sight Earl Rovasarku, who was off to the side of the road, his mount parked in a thick of cluster of trees along with two other riders, almost unnoticeable as they stood stock still. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Good,</span> he thought quickly. <span style=""font-style: italic"">It might be able to stick its maw inside, but it can't fit its whole body. And I think he's more interested in Pekka and myself. </span> The ranger galloped back around the creature's tail, notching another arrow and raising his bow as the other riders began a barrage with their own bows, always staying on the move, galloping in random patterns in front of the beast as they shot.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Near Lapua, Kingdom of Toisilaa</span><br/>Runic looked at the elf and nodded ""Yes that was our original plan, rest here and then head north and see if we can find a village and talk to them"" he said then looked toward the dwarf right next to him ""Davo! get this man some bread!!""<br/>""You must be hungry after you along walk""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Near Henry's Landing</span><br/>On there normal patrol the squad of Foot Solider encountered a new sight dwarves under a different banner then they where accustomed to. The squad walked over to the newcomers, the commander stepped forward and spoke<br/><br/>""Who are you and where do you come form?"""
15392,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=250,2015-01-04T07:53:00,The V O I D,"<blockquote><div><cite>Drunken Pagan Weirdos <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23018693#p23018693"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The V O I D <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23004123#p23004123"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">The Draekonian Imperium <br/>Elseun - ""Dock"" City</span></span></span><br/><br/>The ""Dock"" City of the Imperium, Elseun, was a medium sized city by Draekonian standards. The ship would have docked there, more than likely. The Slavemaids and Imperial Guardsmen awaited the ship to unload their ambassadors, and such. There were six Slavemaids, who were feminine in their scale color as well as upper body appearance. The Slavemaids were no larger than an average carriage. Meanwhile, the Guardsmen trumped their size by being about the size of four carriages, in terms of their reptilian halves, while their upper halves were muscular and very masculine in appearance, covered in golden-colored armor and helmet. One of the Guardsmen would speak upon the ambassadors' departure from the ship, the formal Imperial greeting, no less. It was spoken very proudly and definitively.<br/>""<span style=""font-weight: bold"">On behalf of his Imperial Greatness, the Draekonian Emperor, I welcome you all to our wondrous Imperium.</span>"", said the Guardsman. Then, he awaited any formal responses or greetings.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Curious creatures</span>, Raktabija thought. In truth he was somewhat frightened, or at least put on guard; he had been told that the Draekonians were sizeable beasts, but verbal description did little justice to stark reality. He reminded himself that he had seen more horrific things in service to his patroness – reminded himself two or three times, in fact – and bowed deeply. “I am Ambassador Raktabija,” he announced. “With me is Lord Ambassador Jatasura.”<br/><br/>The undead Rakshasa, standing at Raktabija’s shoulder, bowed as well, if less deeply than his associate. “In the name of the Great Devaraja of the Eternal Empire of Sasvatanagara,” Raktabija continued, “we accept and thank you for your warm welcome. The Draekonian Emperor honors us with his friendship. In return we bear gifts, to be presented to His Majesty, in hopes of reinforcing good relations between our great empires for generations to come.”<br/><br/>He motioned for the guards to begin carrying several chests off of the ship, then turned back to the Guardsman and waited.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Elseun, ""Dock"" City<br/>The Draekonian Imperium</span></span><br/><br/>The Guardsman then snapped his fingers, and the Slavemaids attentively turned and lowered their lower-bodies, so that they could be climbed upon like steeds.<br/>""<span style=""font-weight: bold"">These Slavemaids are to transport you, with our escort, directly to the Palace. Emperor Shidao Laiyiek would never allow possible allies to dirty their feet, or strain their legs for the long walk. Six slavemaids- one for each of you, my Lords, and the other sets of two are for your guards.</span>"", said the Guardsman. The Guardsman grinned under his helmet a friendly grin- which was barely visible- and that grin had some reptilian teeth in it, so at the same time as being friendly, it's purpose could also be read as somewhat menacing. But the gesture's purpose in friendliness was, at least, made a bit obvious by the body language of the Guardsman, who was passively standing, not aggressively. The Slavemaids bowed their heads, awaiting to be mounted on. They even had comforters and seats attached to them."
15393,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=250,2015-01-04T08:31:00,Glajinard,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">City of Sevasta Nagara</span><br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Drunken Pagan Weirdos <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23018693#p23018693"">wrote</a>:</cite>Two mortal servants, both as blank-eyed as their master, entered the bank to take the cart as Bakasura approached. With a quick motion towards the door, the entire party left without another word. It was not ten seconds, however, before another figure – this one clearly mortal, and wearing the armor of a city guard – slipped through the building’s doors and made a beeline for Sidlo. “Sir,” he said upon approach, with no preamble, “I must speak with you about the man with whom you just interacted. What was his business here?”</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Sidlo sighed, he had expected at least a little time before the loan to Bakasura came back to bite him. He had, of course, had dealings with the city guard many times before. They had often responded to burglaries and break-ins at the bank. He didn't know this guard, but he knew several others personally. Nevertheless, he knew he couldn't cooperate with him, at least until he was sure Lord Bakasura was outranked by whoever the guard was working for.<br/><br/>""I'm afraid we have policies in place to protect the confidentiality of our clients. Unless you have authorization from higher authorities in the pursuit of a criminal investigation, I will not answer questions about my clients."""
15394,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=250,2015-01-04T11:23:00,Osnil,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Idrra<br/>The Eldar Council</span><br/>""Mankind has reached our shores. We have sighted one of their vessels,"" Nerissa stated, ""they came ashore not long ago.""<br/><br/>""Well then, as our agreement was, we would welcome them to our shores,"" Tonwit replied.<br/><br/>""They are at the western shore now,"" Nerissa said, ""and they spoke of exploration.""<br/><br/>""Neither reason we thought,"" Tremine replied, ""but another matter has bothered me. A group of half-women, half-eagles have recently warred with a nation far north, where Ayre is headed. These women are horrible monsters, taking enemies as slaves. They must take another route. We need one of the mermaids to warn them.""<br/><br/>""My brother, Neri, will warn them,"" Nerissa replied, ""but to the beaches. We shall meet our guests.""<br/><br/>The company stood on the western beach shortly afterwards, and Tonwit spoke first, ""Welcome to Idrra!""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Elven Wanderers</span><br/>Ayre and his company of elves were making good time. They had plenty of fish, and they stayed close enough to shore to camp every night. But soon, they sighted a merman, swimming toward them. Ayre said, ""It is Neri! What brings you here Neri?""<br/><br/>""My sister sent me. She says that Tremine had a dream and that you should take a route to the tip of this land. Then you should go north until you reach your destination,"" Neri replied.<br/><br/>""So we are delayed another five days or so,"" Ayre replied, ""thank you, Neri. Tell Tremine I will abide by his council.""<br/><br/>Ordering the dolphins to turn the rafts around, Ayre began another long trek south."
15395,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=250,2015-01-04T11:44:00,Glajinard,"<blockquote><div><cite>Northern Arcadian Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23020389#p23020389"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Near Henry's Landing</span><br/>On there normal patrol the squad of Foot Solider encountered a new sight dwarves under a different banner then they where accustomed to. The squad walked over to the newcomers, the commander stepped forward and spoke<br/><br/>""Who are you and where do you come form?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Captain Bevern noted the approach of the foot-soldiers. He alerted his dwarven compatriots, and waited while they approached.<br/><br/>""Hello, I am Captain Bevern. I'm leading this group of colonists, but our ship sank in a storm. We were heading for an island north of here. We hail from the Kingdom of Glajinard, to the east. If you could provide us with some assistance, and maybe a messenger-bird to contact our people, we would make sure you are compensated."""
15396,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=250,2015-01-04T12:14:00,Northern Arcadian Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Glajinard <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23023901#p23023901"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Northern Arcadian Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23020389#p23020389"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Near Henry's Landing</span><br/>On there normal patrol the squad of Foot Solider encountered a new sight dwarves under a different banner then they where accustomed to. The squad walked over to the newcomers, the commander stepped forward and spoke<br/><br/>""Who are you and where do you come form?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Captain Bevern noted the approach of the foot-soldiers. He alerted his dwarven compatriots, and waited while they approached. <br/><br/>""Hello, I am Captain Bevern. I'm leading this group of colonists, but our ship sank in a storm. We were heading for an island north of here. We hail from the Kingdom of Glajinard, to the east. If you could provide us with some assistance, and maybe a messenger-bird to contact our people, we would make sure you are compensated.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Aye, follow us to Henry's Landing we have a garrison there do you may get some rest, food, and your bird"" said the commander then turned to his Sergenat ""send word to the garrison and tell them we have we have some guests here""<br/><br/>The Sergeant saluted and rode away, the. The commander turned to the other dwarf ""Follow us""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Later....at Henry's Landing</span><br/>The group later reached Henry's Landing and the commander looked at the other Captian ""Our garrison commander is just inside there"" he said pointing to the large stone building with several banners hanging off it ""you will be greeted by several Foot soldiers, they will as you what's your business just say Your new comers"""
15397,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=250,2015-01-04T13:21:00,Renetopia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Kerboms, the Dwarvenlands</span><br/><br/>Commander Omdam had led Sargos and Lerd, along with a few other Halflings and Gnomes, to the city of Kerboms. It was overwhelming for the Kerbomsians. Not too long ago, their king had finally returned from a long journey into the north, and now this.<br/><br/>Omdam, Sargos, Lerd and Omdam's soldiers walked on the main road to the palace where the High Council was waiting for them. All eyes were on the Gnomes and Halflings as they walked. Dwarves gathered near the road, seeing beings they never thought existed. Sargos didn't pay too much attention to the citizens, but Lerd felt a bit uncomfortable.<br/><br/>""All these people are staring at us. This is unnerving"", he said. But Omdam assured him there's nothing to worry about.<br/><br/>They entered the palace and, with his Dwarvish pride, Omdam entered the meeting room of the Council.<br/><br/>King Busem was still telling tales of his visit to Glajinard. When Omdam entered, all councilmembers looked away from Busem and at Omdam, who came in unexpectedly.<br/><br/>King Busem was clearly upset. ""What is the meaning of this? Can't you see we're in the middle of an important..."" He stopped when he saw Sargos and Lerd enter the room.<hr/>Lerd didn't feel like explaining his people's history for the upteenth time, so Sargos did all the talking. He explained the whole story just like he did to Omdam, only this time to 20 councilmembers and a irritated king.<br/><br/>The Council kept asking him questions, really milking out every possible detail about Gnomish and Halfling history, culture, beliefs and facts. By the time he was done, a whole day had passed. After he was done, Omdam stepped in.<br/><br/>""Sargos, Lerd, dear Council, I have a proposal for you."" He explained how the Dwarvenlands were vast, but uninhabited because all Dwarves lived only in mountains. Hills, valleys, riverbeds, lake islands remained empty. And how these people need a new home.<br/><br/>""So why not let them settle here, in Kerorem? We have plenty of space, right?""<br/><br/>He was asked to leave the room so that the Council, along with Sargos and Lerd, could reach a decision. After about an hour, he was invited in.<br/><br/>One of the councilmembers spoke. ""Alright. We accept your plan. But under one condition. You personally will organize the settlement. Expect no extra help from the members of the Council unless they choose to help you.<br/><br/>And if anything goes wrong, it will be on you.""<hr/>After exiting the High Council room, Omdam walked with Sargos and Lerd and showed them to their temporary accommodations.<br/><br/>""So..."", he asked. ""Exactly how many Gnomes and Halflings are there?""<br/><br/>""Somewhere around forty thousand."" replied Lerd."
15398,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=250,2015-01-04T13:47:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Engdahl Skogsmarker, Imperial Kylantha</span></span></div><br/>In all truth, the silvadromeus was confused, as the elves on horseback circled it quickly. But after a while it got the drift of what was going on and used its tail for the first time this day, knocking one rider off his horse. The huge lizard then swiftly crushed that elf's skull before he could get up and fight again. His horse came next, getting caught between the lizard's jaws.<br/>Once it was sure that the horse was dead, the silvadromeus cleaned its snout and turned towards Tiusjalo and the riders close to him. The constant stinging from the arrows was beginning to irritate it, and it lunged forward in fury, but missed another rider quite narrowly. A little more and he could have lost his balance and falled off, making him more vulnerable to the predator.<br/><br/>Elsewhere, Captain Steen Olstad of the Southern Wyvern Corps. was standing before his squadron, explaining what he assumes had happened at the capital. Having heard the Stygian horn, he was immediately aware of Emperor Airdan Miirphys' fate. The poor boy was dead. The only thing that Olstad didn't know yet was why. Though for sure it had something to do with Taero, who had only recently taken over the entire Empire. Just as the Captain finished with his speech, his<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://img4.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20140821133944/mogapedia/fr/images/8/8c/Dhuragaua.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Southern wyvern</a>raised its snout and began barking in quick succession. Olstad's eyes widened, and he hurried over to his wyvern and took off with it.<br/><br/>Back at the stone path, the silvadromeus continued to take targets down, having already chomped up two riders and two horses. Now it got one more, right in the middle, killing him instantly. The lizard quickly munched the elf down, and locked its eyes on Tiusjalo. At full speed it charged, jaws wide open, but it was stopped by a powerful cuff to the side of its head that sent it barrelling towards the treeline. Infuriated, it quickly stood up, but was now intimidated at the sight of a Southern wyvern. It roared threateningly, but backed away until it was hidden by trees. That was when it finally, fled, only partially satisfied by what it had gotten.<br/><br/>Laughing, Captain Olstad climbed down the side of his wyvern and looked around. The path was now messed up by all the snow and dust thrown up by the silvadromeus, but aside from that, it was fine. Now there were the elves to worry about. He approached the one closest to himself as two other wyvern riders arrived nearby to watch the area.<br/><br/>""It seems we weren't too late this time. Forgive us for not having arrived sooner. Those 'dromes are getting more persistent each time we drive them off, really. Anyway, are ye alright?"" the Captain asked Tiusjalo. He gestured for the other two riders to check if the elven rangers were okay, but was given a signal that said they weren't.<br/><hr/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Bruun, Imperial Kylantha</span></span></div><br/>Captain Velatha bowed low and nodded to Lakrir before running off to give out orders. The Imperial Guard and the Kylanthan troops that were loyal to Airdan cheered as loud as they could for their Emperor. His sacrifice would not be forgotten, though what really went on in that mess hall would probably never be told. It was simply a battle to the death which ended in the victory of the good, and the fall of the evil.<br/><br/>Nelaeryn had not been present when Lakrir addressed the Kylanthan and Glajinardi armies. He was inside the Bruun Palace. Later on he walked out with Airdan in his arms, a red cape over his body, which was much lighter, since he was quite young.<br/>The red symbolized the red smilodon on the Imperial family's seal.<br/><br/>A stand was quickly set up by the Kylanthan troops where they would keep their Emperor's body before the burial. It was custom for his family to see him first before they brought him to his grave, where he would be again with his father and mother after so long. Taero would be thrown off the walls of Bruun for the predators to have. The same went for those who followed him. The army group headed for Vremt was quickly informed of what had happened, and were slaughtered on their way back. They didn't even make it to Vremt.<br/><hr/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Devruoeh, Glajinard</span></span></div><br/>Empress Myriani Miirphys fell upon the table at which she sat, sobbing loudly. Her son Kelvhan stood at her side, comforting her, though he wasn't sure of what was going on. Two wyvern riders stood nearby, their heads bowed. Everyone looked so blue. But for what, he simply didn't know.<br/><br/>""Mother... What's the matter? Why are you weeping?"" he asked, hugging the Empress.<br/><br/>""Your father... Oh, your father, Kelvhan!"" Myriani wept even louder, leaving the riders to tell the boy of what had happened at Bruun. He froze, took several steps back, and ran out of the tent with tears in his eyes. He wasn't seen for the rest of that evening until later on, and another wyvern rider brought him to Bruun after his mother and two sisters. Back at Bruun, Myriani held both her daughters on either side of her, weeping. The stand on which Airdan's body lay was decorated with mountweed and wreaths made of pine. Above the stand was a banner, soaked with red. The Empress saw Lakrir, but she needed to see her husband first. She hurried up to the stand and looked at his face, now paler than ever. He looked at peace, and that meant that he was at peace when he died. Truly, that was enough to comfort the Empress. She leaned against her husband's chest for the last time, and she stepped off, bringing both her girls with her. When Kelvhan arrived, he refused to leave his father, even when they were already carrying him away to where he would be buried the next day. It was all too much for him. Hours ago his father was breathing, and smiling, too! It was impossible. He was the best father in the world...<br/><hr/><br/>After Airdan's body was gone, Myriani approached Lakrir and bowed shallowly.<br/><br/>""Thank you for removing Taero from the halls of Bruun. Thank you also, for taking us in and trusting my beloved."" she said to the High King, wiping away her tears. She still could not believe that Airdan was gone.<br/><br/>""As Kelvhan is too young, I must take the position as Empress of Kylantha, yes?"" she asked, feeling rather uncertain. She wasn't thinking straight, still shaken up by everything that had happened this night."
15399,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=250,2015-01-04T14:21:00,Glajinard,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Brunn, Kylantha</span><br/><br/>High King Lakrir remained deep in thought throughout Airdan's funeral, contemplating the young Emperor's life, and the future of both his own country and Kylantha. He felt for the young Empress and her children, he had outlived his own wife and one of his children. After the heartbreaking service Myriani approached him.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23025619#p23025619"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Thank you for removing Taero from the halls of Bruun. Thank you also, for taking us in and trusting my beloved."" she said to the High King, wiping away her tears. She still could not believe that Airdan was gone. <br/><br/>""As Kelvhan is too young, I must take the position as Empress of Kylantha, yes?"" she asked, feeling rather uncertain. She wasn't thinking straight, still shaken up by everything that had happened this night.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Of course my lady,"" he said with a sad smile, ""it was my honor to help your family. Airdan showed himself worthy of the trust of dwarves, something not easily done.""<br/><br/>He looked over at young Kelvhan before continuing.<br/><br/>""Yes, I believe you must rule as regent for Kelvhan until he comes of age. However, he is legally the Emperor, and has been so since the death of his father. As soon as you think appropriate, his coronation ought to occur. There are formalities that need to be observed. Also, I don't wish to rush you in your time of mourning, but there are matters of state we need to discuss when you are ready."""
15400,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=250,2015-01-04T16:27:00,Mesrane,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Near Lapua, Toisilaa</span><br/><br/>Karujas nodded graciously. ""I am, yes. Thank you kindly."" He took a half-loaf of bread from Davo's proffered hand and bit into it ferociously, gobbling the entire piece down in a matter of seconds. The fire played shadow tricks on the sand of the beach as night quickly took hold of the Baltic Sea, settling over the trees like a thick cloak. The elven ranger stared deep into the fire's coals, wondering what other lands lay across the waves. ""Well,"" he finally said to Runic, ""We'd best catch what sleep we can now. The start of a three day journey begins tomorrow. I'll take first watch.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Engdahl Skogsmarker, Kylantha</span><br/><br/>Tiusjalo watched in horror as a grey blur slammed into the beast and knocked it down. His horror, however, soon turned to relief as he realized the newcomer was a wyvern and not another one of the reptilian creatures. It had taken the lives of three of his comrades, and he was more than glad to see the thing skulk off. He turned to the man who had apparently saved the party. ""Yes, I am fine, as are my . . remaining fellows."" He glanced at the crushed bodies of the three dead elves. ""Earl Rovasarku, I believe it is safe,"" he called towards the cluster of trees where the Earl had taken refuge with two other rangers. Slowly, the grey haired-earl emerged, guiding his mount towards Tiusjalo at a steady trot.<br/><br/>The ranger turned back to their rescuer. He bowed low in the saddle. ""You have the eternal gratitude of every elf here, sir. I know not how to repay you, though perhaps the Earl will come up with something more appropriate than pretty words."" He gestured north up the road. ""As I'm sure you may be wondering, we crossed into Kylantha so that we may make the acquaintance of your Emperor. Brunn is his capital, if I'm not mistaken. We come as emissaries of Toisilaa in the name of its king, Viryas. Might you do us one more favor and point us to Brunn? I know we must continue northwards for a time, but once the land curves south I would know not where to go.""<br/><br/>Rovasarku remained at a distance, watching the discussion intently. Slowly he turned to one of the rangers next to him. ""It would be rude to arrive uninvited. Take the letter I wrote a few nights past and send it ahead by pigeon.""<br/><br/>The ranger inclined his head in acknowledgement of the order and removed a rolled-up scroll from his saddle bag. He unfurled it and scanned the contents:<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div><span style=""font-style: italic"">To his Majesty the Emperor of Kylantha,<br/><br/>Greetings. I know not your name, as our realms know little of one another and have seen even less, yet I write to you now in friendship and goodwill. On the orders of His Majesty King Viryas of Toisilaa, I lead a small expedition north into your lands in the hope of making your acquaintance and establishing cordial relations after four centuries of isolation. I hope this letter is received well and wish to inform you that, if all goes according to plan, you may expect our arrival in Brunn perhaps a week's time following this letter, unless of course we procure an even faster means of transportation. <br/><br/>Sincerely, <br/><br/>Harsjo Desvestaa, Earl of Rovasarku</span></div></blockquote><br/><br/>Using a piece of spare string, the ranger secured the tightly wrapped letter to one of the messenger pigeons carried in a cage strung to his horse. He sent it off fluttering west, flapping wildly before the wind caught it and carried it smoothly towards the Kylanthan capital.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Juskinen, Toisilaa</span><br/><br/>The longship<span style=""font-style: italic"">Vraima</span>slid into the Gulf of Bothnia with little fanfare, the dockhands carrying on with their work as if it hardly mattered that the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Vraima</span>was off to find new lands, to make new discoveries.<br/><br/>Captain Hannu Aulis stood clutching the mast, looking out across the deep blue of the Baltic, wondering what lay beyond. His crew of 30 elves knew not where they were headed, content to let the wind deposit them where ever it might care to, but Hannu had a mind to make for the northern shores of what men had once called France, centuries ago."
15401,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=250,2015-01-04T17:36:00,Drunken Pagan Weirdos,"<blockquote><div><cite>The V O I D <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23021560#p23021560"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Elseun, ""Dock"" City<br/>The Draekonian Imperium</span></span><br/><br/>The Guardsman then snapped his fingers, and the Slavemaids attentively turned and lowered their lower-bodies, so that they could be climbed upon like steeds.<br/>""<span style=""font-weight: bold"">These Slavemaids are to transport you, with our escort, directly to the Palace. Emperor Shidao Laiyiek would never allow possible allies to dirty their feet, or strain their legs for the long walk. Six slavemaids- one for each of you, my Lords, and the other sets of two are for your guards.</span>"", said the Guardsman. The Guardsman grinned under his helmet a friendly grin- which was barely visible- and that grin had some reptilian teeth in it, so at the same time as being friendly, it's purpose could also be read as somewhat menacing. But the gesture's purpose in friendliness was, at least, made a bit obvious by the body language of the Guardsman, who was passively standing, not aggressively. The Slavemaids bowed their heads, awaiting to be mounted on. They even had comforters and seats attached to them.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Raktabija’s eyebrow twitched, but his face betrayed no further emotion as he shrugged and swung himself onto the leading Slavemaid, taking care to arrange his robes as he did so. Behind him, Lord Jatasura climbed onto his Slavemaid with near-inhuman speed, then sat and began running his teeth over his pointed teeth as he surveyed the area. The guards, after securing the chests brought from the ship, mounted up as well. “It would appear that we are ready to depart,” Raktabija said, after a moment’s wait. “How long will the journey be?”<br/><br/><div align=""center"">---------</div><br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Glajinard <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23021815#p23021815"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">City of Sevasta Nagara</span><br/>Sidlo sighed, he had expected at least a little time before the loan to Bakasura came back to bite him. He had, of course, had dealings with the city guard many times before. They had often responded to burglaries and break-ins at the bank. He didn't know this guard, but he knew several others personally. Nevertheless, he knew he couldn't cooperate with him, at least until he was sure Lord Bakasura was outranked by whoever the guard was working for. <br/><br/>""I'm afraid we have policies in place to protect the confidentiality of our clients. Unless you have authorization from higher authorities in the pursuit of a criminal investigation, I will not answer questions about my clients.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The guard scowled as he searched for something to say, eyes shifting back and forth across the bank. Finally he spat, “This will be remembered. You will hear from us again.” He then turned and hurried out of the bank as swiftly as he had entered. Contrary to his word, however, neither he nor any other authority figure returned to the bank that day.<br/><br/><div align=""center"">---------<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Royal Palace, Sasvata Nagara</span></span></div><br/><br/>Manushya’s mouth curved into a dangerous frown. “What do you mean, you ‘lost him’?”<br/><br/>The two men who had been following Lord Bakasura looked at one another. “He, his servants, and his cargo simply disappeared, Milady,” one finally replied. “It would appear that powerful magics are at play, and we thought it best to report back to you at once.”<br/><br/>The side of Manushya’s mouth twitched. “Curious. Curious enough, I think, to warrant checking up on poor Bakasura… personally. Please tell the Devaraja that I wish to speak with him in, oh, one hour. And make preparations for a week’s journey. Both of you are coming with me.”<br/><br/><div align=""center"">---------<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Governor’s Palace, City of Visakhapatnam, Andhra Province, Sasvatanagara</span></span></div><br/><br/>The six Rakshasa who had previously convened here were doing so again. “What is the status of the puppet?” their leader, standing before the other five, was demanding. He had the appearance of a very young man, with long hair, clean-shaven features, and curiously pointed ears – not quite elven, but certainly not human either. Only his pale skin, claw-like fingernails, and pointed teeth gave him away as undead.<br/><br/>Lord Hidimba stood from the circular table as well. “All goes according to plan,” he replied, placing his hands behind his back. “We have raised the last of the funds required. Lord Bakasura” – he paused as the others seated in the room shared a light chuckle – “has left the capital with forty pounds of gold coin in tow. I had him employ a bit of illusion and trickery to ensure that he was not followed.”<br/><br/>“But he was spotted going about his business?” their leader asked.<br/><br/>“I believe so, yes. Therefore all goes according to plan – though I should point out that his will was almost too strong for my magics to suppress, and he came dangerously close to breaking free several times. I don’t think that we’ll have use for him for much longer.”<br/><br/>“So be it,” their leader replied. “His will not be the first or the last death in the coming weeks. Are the Naga ready to move, Hidimbi?”<br/><br/>The female to Hidimba’s right stood and bit her lip. “I… regrettably, Lord Rashaad, we have been unable to contact the Naga assassins.”<br/><br/>The leader, Rashaad, narrowed his eyes. “’Unable to contact’ them?”<br/><br/>“Never fear, Milord,” Hidimbi said, speaking quickly. “I am already working on an alternative; the teleportation circle is ready and I plan to depart as soon as our meeting is concluded. The Creed are more easily contacted, and I believe that they can be bought for the gold we intended to spend in the first place.”<br/><br/>“So long as the deed is done,” Rashaad growled, giving Hidimbi a very dangerous look indeed. “And I know that, if additional payment should be required, you and your brother would be all too happy to provide it from your own finances… won’t you?”<br/><br/>Hidimba shot his sister a nasty look as well, but after a few moments both siblings nodded in unison."
15402,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=250,2015-01-04T17:40:00,Glajinard,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Henry's Landing, Kingdom of Arcadia</span><br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Northern Arcadian Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23024307#p23024307"">wrote</a>:</cite>The group later reached Henry's Landing and the commander looked at the other Captain ""Our garrison commander is just inside there"" he said pointing to the large stone building with several banners hanging off it ""you will be greeted by several Foot soldiers, they will ask you what's your business just say Your new comers""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Captain Bevern thanked the soldiers once again, before walking off towards the fort. He left the company of dwarves and Venali in the village. As he walked inside he saw several more dwarven foot soldiers, sitting around, eating, etc.<br/><br/>""Hello? I'm Captain Bevern, some soldiers told me I could find their commander in here? I'm leading a group of colonists from Glajinard and we've been shipwrecked. We could use some assistance."""
15403,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=250,2015-01-04T18:03:00,The V O I D,"<blockquote><div><cite>Drunken Pagan Weirdos <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23028602#p23028602"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The V O I D <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23021560#p23021560"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Elseun, ""Dock"" City<br/>The Draekonian Imperium</span></span><br/><br/>The Guardsman then snapped his fingers, and the Slavemaids attentively turned and lowered their lower-bodies, so that they could be climbed upon like steeds.<br/>""<span style=""font-weight: bold"">These Slavemaids are to transport you, with our escort, directly to the Palace. Emperor Shidao Laiyiek would never allow possible allies to dirty their feet, or strain their legs for the long walk. Six slavemaids- one for each of you, my Lords, and the other sets of two are for your guards.</span>"", said the Guardsman. The Guardsman grinned under his helmet a friendly grin- which was barely visible- and that grin had some reptilian teeth in it, so at the same time as being friendly, it's purpose could also be read as somewhat menacing. But the gesture's purpose in friendliness was, at least, made a bit obvious by the body language of the Guardsman, who was passively standing, not aggressively. The Slavemaids bowed their heads, awaiting to be mounted on. They even had comforters and seats attached to them.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Raktabija’s eyebrow twitched, but his face betrayed no further emotion as he shrugged and swung himself onto the leading Slavemaid, taking care to arrange his robes as he did so. Behind him, Lord Jatasura climbed onto his Slavemaid with near-inhuman speed, then sat and began running his teeth over his pointed teeth as he surveyed the area. The guards, after securing the chests brought from the ship, mounted up as well. “It would appear that we are ready to depart,” Raktabija said, after a moment’s wait. “How long will the journey be?”<br/><br/><div align=""center"">---------</div><br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Glajinard <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23021815#p23021815"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">City of Sevasta Nagara</span><br/>Sidlo sighed, he had expected at least a little time before the loan to Bakasura came back to bite him. He had, of course, had dealings with the city guard many times before. They had often responded to burglaries and break-ins at the bank. He didn't know this guard, but he knew several others personally. Nevertheless, he knew he couldn't cooperate with him, at least until he was sure Lord Bakasura was outranked by whoever the guard was working for. <br/><br/>""I'm afraid we have policies in place to protect the confidentiality of our clients. Unless you have authorization from higher authorities in the pursuit of a criminal investigation, I will not answer questions about my clients.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The guard scowled as he searched for something to say, eyes shifting back and forth across the bank. Finally he spat, “This will be remembered. You will hear from us again.” He then turned and hurried out of the bank as swiftly as he had entered. Contrary to his word, however, neither he nor any other authority figure returned to the bank that day.<br/><br/><div align=""center"">---------<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Royal Palace, Sasvata Nagara</span></span></div><br/><br/>Manushya’s mouth curved into a dangerous frown. “What do you mean, you ‘lost him’?”<br/><br/>The two men who had been following Lord Bakasura looked at one another. “He, his servants, and his cargo simply disappeared, Milady,” one finally replied. “It would appear that powerful magics are at play, and we thought it best to report back to you at once.”<br/><br/>The side of Manushya’s mouth twitched. “Curious. Curious enough, I think, to warrant checking up on poor Bakasura… personally. Please tell the Devaraja that I wish to speak with him in, oh, one hour. And make preparations for a week’s journey. Both of you are coming with me.”<br/><br/><div align=""center"">---------<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Governor’s Palace, City of Visakhapatnam, Andhra Province, Sasvatanagara</span></span></div><br/><br/>The six Rakshasa who had previously convened here were doing so again. “What is the status of the puppet?” their leader, standing before the other five, was demanding. He had the appearance of a very young man, with long hair, clean-shaven features, and curiously pointed ears – not quite elven, but certainly not human either. Only his pale skin, claw-like fingernails, and pointed teeth gave him away as undead.<br/><br/>Lord Hidimba stood from the circular table as well. “All goes according to plan,” he replied, placing his hands behind his back. “We have raised the last of the funds required. Lord Bakasura” – he paused as the others seated in the room shared a light chuckle – “has left the capital with forty pounds of gold coin in tow. I had him employ a bit of illusion and trickery to ensure that he was not followed.”<br/><br/>“But he was spotted going about his business?” their leader asked.<br/><br/>“I believe so, yes. Therefore all goes according to plan – though I should point out that his will was almost too strong for my magics to suppress, and he came dangerously close to breaking free several times. I don’t think that we’ll have use for him for much longer.”<br/><br/>“So be it,” their leader replied. “His will not be the first or the last death in the coming weeks. Are the Naga ready to move, Hidimbi?”<br/><br/>The female to Hidimba’s right stood and bit her lip. “I… regrettably, Lord Rashaad, we have been unable to contact the Naga assassins.”<br/><br/>The leader, Rashaad, narrowed his eyes. “’Unable to contact’ them?”<br/><br/>“Never fear, Milord,” Hidimbi said, speaking quickly. “I am already working on an alternative; the teleportation circle is ready and I plan to depart as soon as our meeting is concluded. The Creed are more easily contacted, and I believe that they can be bought for the gold we intended to spend in the first place.”<br/><br/>“So long as the deed is done,” Rashaad growled, giving Hidimbi a very dangerous look indeed. “And I know that, if additional payment should be required, you and your brother would be all too happy to provide it from your own finances… won’t you?”<br/><br/>Hidimba shot his sister a nasty look as well, but after a few moments both siblings nodded in unison.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Elseun, ""Dock"" City<br/>The Draekonian Imperium</span></span><br/><br/>The Guardsmen turned, getting on either side of the Slavemaids as they lined up horizontally, so that no one was truly in the 'lead', so to speak. The Guardsman responded.<br/>""<span style=""font-weight: bold"">The journey to the capital city of Repan is a short one, from this specific docking city. It is merely four hours- via Draekonian walking speed and such, anyways. A long walk on foot would, in your time, probably take a day or two.</span>"", said the Guardsman, in a nonoffensive tone. He began walking, as did the other Guardsman, and that signalled the Slavemaids to begin walking as well. The Draekonians were fastpaced walkers- or, maybe they just took large steps due to their size. Nonetheless, it would be a comfortably journey, as bumps in the ground and such didn't seem to be felt through the comforters under the seating. They headed to Repan, the four hour trek would seem short for anyone really."
15404,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=250,2015-01-04T18:36:00,The Starlight,"<blockquote><div><cite>Hastiaka <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=22984055#p22984055"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Alterian Republic<br/>Territories of the High Elven Republic<br/>EU Summit</span></div><br/><br/>Everyone was happy an hour after the summit. Crowds were celebrating. Humanity finally had representation in the government after two thousand long years of waiting. Democracy proved a popular thing for the elves. Elections were to start in 3 days rather than next month. The EU Summit will last for two more weeks as the leaders would plan their decisions and diplomacy throughout the hall. Representatives would stand up and approve or strike a blow to a suggestion. However, threat is real. Even the to be elected Chairperson of the Government.<br/><br/> Three candidates were running for elections. Alredan Varyleon; A Alterian High Elf who values culture and economy who also well handles diplomacy. Tristoff Conduntes; A Alterian Human who wants Humanity to be represented in the High Elven Nation. Finally, Zekran Borbosa; A Harsh Former Duke who treats his Human servants like slaves. Meanwhile in the Vice-Chairperson elections contains two Humans; Terada Leon; a Human who's descendants were once Roman Nobles and Generals and Barana Ulos; A Human who used to be a minor duchess in the Archduchy.<br/><br/>Inside the EU Summit, the Alterian Delegate; Ysandre Varyleon took note about how the Humans like to throw their basket around their neighbors. <span style=""font-style: italic"">''These Humans are not civilized compared to Elven-Based Humans! They have the balls to threaten their neighbors with their gargantuan population and yet, they do not think on how war can spill their milk within a day! The Imperium of Man had deliberately marched on the doorstep of the Elven Union. Vallorion and Alteria will be tasked to defend the heart of Elven Europe. However, we must get the hearts of the Dwarves first. For the Humans will soon assault our neighbors and soon before we know it, they will be knocking on our door and they too will slaughter our people. The EU will not tolerate this thing. Members of the EU Council and Summit, i ask you to put this on a vote. Shall we, the United Elves of Earth will move in a very strictly, a Diplomatic way to condemn the actions of the IOM or the Imperium of Man. Yes, i agree. We elves were part of their undoing and we shall undo them once more! For we are their curse and again we shall curse them again. To the East lies a very dangerous army. Only mere distance saves us from them. I vote that we shall make a mandatory letter to our able-bodied citizens that they will be conscripted into the EU Defense Force!''</span><br/><br/></div></blockquote><br/><br/>Irithren stood up, tired of their squabbling. ""ENOUGH! This is supposed to be an Elven Union, an alliance of elven nations, where we come together to make decisions. Not of the politics of one nation! It seems that Alteria has already made all of those decisions, thinking themselves to be the leaders of this alliance. They have already built a headquarters in here without consulting any other elven nation! And now, they are gathering an army, for the Elven Union, they say, but under whose authority will it be? Alteria's I tell you! You Alterians are hypocrites, claiming to be elvish, while you have humans, who chop down our trees and burn our forests, living here in Alteria, and forming a part of the Union's army? You dare to claim yourselves to be elvish? Letting humans rule you, being part of your government? You are a disgrace to every elf on this planet, and I say, no more! Vallorion is leaving the Elven Union, as this alliance is a plot for Alteria to gain power over other elven nations, while having humans within them. Vallorion does not need Alteria and we never shall!"" With that, Irithren stormed out, disregarding the pleas of everyone, mounted her horse and rode out of the city and Alteria in a righteous fury, her guards riding behind her."
15405,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=250,2015-01-04T21:51:00,The Holy Pagan Reich,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Palace Gardens - Anihc</span></span><br/><br/>Mulalyr landed after almost a week of continues flight, freed from his need for sleep, and rest by his pacts with the land and living off of the small beasts as an owl would between Hrafenthron and his destination. He landed in a secluded part of the Garden and resumed his usual shape, that of a man robed and hooded in white furs and waited in the garden for a moment. Resting and communing with the land before reaching out with his thoughts to the Prince of Anihc.<span style=""font-style: italic""> I am here princeling, come to the garden alone. Do not ignore these summons if you care anything for the fate of this land. Come to me!</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Borderlands of Assasa, closer to the Great Lakescar</span></span><br/><br/>""Heh, just as I thought. The Minotaur are remiss in guarding their borders, too distracted by those Anihc fools to notice their own borders being raided. Tell me Subotai, what do we do to fools who allow us to steal from them with impunity?""<br/><br/>""We take everything, Lord Adazod. The weak and foolish have no place amongst the living""<br/><br/>""Ready the horses and signal our new...allies. Hriblok had better be worth his boasting"" Adazod galloped his horse to the crest of the hill and looked upon a walled Minotaur town as his 50 men all joined them. It was nothing of true military or economic significance but would leave a far more lasting impression than raiding petty villages. The Minotaurs sent out a part of messengers to greet them and treat and Adazod order arrows to be readied and fired at them. Men do not treat with beasts, Adazod thought to himself as the town readied their defenses. A Horn Blast from the North sounded and he knew all he had to do was wait.<br/><br/>Slow and Lumbering, a company of two dozen giants emerged from the northern wood and roared their displeasure at the city of the minotaur as the leader blasted his horn. Many days they had marched south at Adazod's invitation and here they planned to make good his promise of plunder as their war elephants dragged behind them immense carts filled with stones. Large enough for a giant to hurl with the force of a catapult and shatter the walls. It would be a dark day indeed for this Minotaur town.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""> Throne Room, Royal Palace - City of Sasvata Nagara</span></span><br/><br/>The white robed priest strode forth into the throne room and lowered his hood to reveal a face covered with pale blue tattoos and a completely shaven head save for a braided heard that reached past the man's throat. His skin is utterly pale and the eyes a dull gray with a heavy set features that seemed to indicate he was from the northwest of the Winterborn lands.<br/>""I am Korvik, Priest of the mighty Wintergod Tzernobolg, Emissary of his Priesthood, and messenger of King Ongern the Skull-taker, High King of the Winterborn and chosen our god. I have been sent her to forge an ties between your nation and ours and to spiritually advise any unbeliever who wishes to gain the good graces of the mightiest of gods while I am here.""<br/>The man does not even blink put pauses for a moment as he motions for the dwarven slaves to place the great oaken cask at the feet of the Devaraja. Both the Devaraja note an odd sensation of slight cold eminating from the man as the dwarvens open the cask and present the gifts.<br/><br/>""A cloak of white whale-fur taken from the rarest of the Bronjanx whales of the arctic seas. Worth several times its weight in gold and clasped with forever-ice. There is also a dagger with a handle carved from the choices mammoth ivory and the blade is also forever-ice that has been shaped enchanted powerfully by our Shamans to....make one's attacker regret deeply his ill intent. There is also a suitable amount of dwarven gold to complete the gift. King Ongern hopes that you enjoy them""<br/><br/>The Priest bows his head respectfully as the gifts are received. ""At the Devaraja's pleasure I shall remain here as ambassador and with his permission conduct missionary work when I am not required."""
15406,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=250,2015-01-04T22:02:00,Former Soviet Socialists,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Nassrau <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=22929161#p22929161"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""color: #800000""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">The Bastion of Latium<br/>Manzikert </span></span></span></div><br/><br/>The castle was heavily damaged. The raiding party had killed the defenders and took some of the wealth inside. The Fortress was falling apart and some raiders and thieves stayed behind. All was quiet, but then a rumbling was heard. Some raiders poked their ears, others didn't notice. The rumbling continued until horns could be heard. Multiple horns. These kind of calls were rallying calls. The horns continued, until, finally, everyone showed up. Hundreds of Pegasus Knights flew in and dived into the ruins of Manzikert. Their long spears and lances pierced and shredded any monsters remaining inside. The Pegasi remained unscathed as blood and innards splattered on them. The female riders, similarly unscathed by the fighting as they had been trained for this combat. Some soldiers dropped off the backs of these riders and swept inside the ruins, securing the ruined fortress. A Roman flag was raised on top of the highest point they could find. Manzikert has been retaken.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Descau The Terrible</span><br/>""Hmph,"" Descau snarled. ""Who does he think he is?"" Descau had recently returned home after the council was adjourned. He reclined in his residence, talking informally with his advisers about what happened behind closed doors. ""Does he not know that we are all equal?"" It was a quite some distance from his tribe's ancestral grounds to the capital. Maybe his crankiness came from the long travel. ""Talking down to me like some imp!"" His advisers muted themselves, as Descau is an unpredictable man. ""Decarch, maybe you misunderstand Decarch Sesbacu."" spoke a brave adviser. ""I'm sure he does not think you an imp."" Unexpectedly, Descau reacted with calm. ""Maybe so. But I don't like his eyes towards me."" Descau began to grow tired of this council talk. What he really wanted to hear about was the humans by the Great Sea. ""Enough of that! Tell me noble advisers, what have the humans by the Great Sea done in my absence."" It was going to be a shock to him, as it was to his advisers when they heard news from across the border. ""We heard reports from tribesman of some of our brothers staying in the area. They said they didn't come back, choosing instead more loot."" replied an adviser. ""After some time some tribesmen began saying they haven't heard from their brothers. So we sent a scouting party across the land to the area we raided. It seems the humans have taken that stone village we destroyed."" Descau spirit began to return back to him. It almost cheered him to hear someone was challenging him. ""Ha!"" scorned Descau. ""Is this a comedy? I don't believe it! This tale the tribe must hear during the meeting.""<br/><br/>For the past few days and weeks warriors and champions from throughout the Mountains had been showing up in the camp of Descau. Word has spread in the Ancient Village that Descau was on campaign, and from the Ancient Village word spread to other tribes. And so the warriors from these lands descended upon Descau's ancestral lands. From the pause in his activities in the council, they knew he would return to do what he was doing. These warriors would tag along with him and his army, hoping to gain splendor and glory. Champions of all fame and stature, and of every stripe would gather here, hoping to go on an adventure under Descau. This pleased Descau greatly, he had been out amongst the strongmen in his camp, greeting his brothers and thanking them for coming. He liked seeing his camp full of strong warriors and his name spoken so highly of. He was promising them all a great plunder and glorious battle. As much as he like being amongst them he had to leave for one of the many meetings with his tribal leaders and discuss recent events concerning them. He told the leaders of how the council has given him approval of continued raiding of the humans. It seemed Descau was not the only one who thought they were timid. The council stressed though, that he should avoid major conflict. In the coming days he and his tribe decided they would depart to the Great Sea and show strength to the humans.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><br/>Walls of Manzikert</span><br/>After a few weeks of preparation Descau had again marched his armies of about three thousand across the border into the human territory. He was heading to one location, the stone village which was said to had been retaken by humans. But before Manzikert, he had to give those under him plunder. Manzikert would be the real battle, there needed to be incentive to carry on before the hard job was confronted. On the way to Manzikert, Descau let his armies loose on the countryside. They pillaged some towns and outposts, fought minor skirmishes and took some slaves, and he saw that his men had grown content. Now he moved forward, for raiding was not his main objective. That fortress at Manzikert, he thought, was a direct challenge to his power. And being the strongman that he is, he decided he was going to directly confront his challenger. It took quite some time, but here he was. Descau had returned to the stone village whose walls he had torn down earlier. He stood atop a small hill viewing the fortress in the distance. ""It is true."" Descau laughingly said. ""The humans have taken back the stone village. Let us begin."" Descau signaled to his hornbearers, and then blew into their horns made from Yatan tusks. Descau and his Yatan cavalry led the way with the rest of the army following him down the hill. They made their way to the walls and began to form a wide circle around them some distance back. After the circle was formed they began to move around the fortress in this formation. Descau was just outside the moving circle watching as his army enticed those inside, if any were still inside. They continuously circled the walls, walking around them, blowing their horns and shouting. They did this for four hours everyday in the evening, waiting for someone to meet in battle."
15407,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=250,2015-01-04T22:58:00,Drunken Pagan Weirdos,"<blockquote><div><cite>The V O I D <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23028848#p23028848"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Elseun, ""Dock"" City<br/>The Draekonian Imperium</span></span><br/><br/>The Guardsmen turned, getting on either side of the Slavemaids as they lined up horizontally, so that no one was truly in the 'lead', so to speak. The Guardsman responded.<br/>""<span style=""font-weight: bold"">The journey to the capital city of Repan is a short one, from this specific docking city. It is merely four hours- via Draekonian walking speed and such, anyways. A long walk on foot would, in your time, probably take a day or two.</span>"", said the Guardsman, in a nonoffensive tone. He began walking, as did the other Guardsman, and that signalled the Slavemaids to begin walking as well. The Draekonians were fastpaced walkers- or, maybe they just took large steps due to their size. Nonetheless, it would be a comfortably journey, as bumps in the ground and such didn't seem to be felt through the comforters under the seating. They headed to Repan, the four hour trek would seem short for anyone really.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Though Lord Jatasura was acting unusually quiet as they rode, Raktabija felt it best to break the silence and learn something of these strange people – it was, after all, his explicit job to do so. “Could I trouble you, sir, to tell me something of your people?” he asked the Guardsman. “A story, a legend, something that might teach us more about you. And what accounts for the enormous discrepancy in size between your male and female Draekonians?”<br/><br/><div align=""center"">---------<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Governor’s Palace, City of Visakhapatnam, Andhra Province, Sasvatanagara</span></span></div><br/><br/>After the meeting, Hidimbi went alone to her quarters, closed the door behind her, and let out a deep sigh. That could have gone… better.<span style=""font-style: italic"">But it could have been far worse,</span>she reminded herself. Lord Rashaad was an honorable man, a leader that she chose to follow gladly, whose guidance would help usher in a new era for the Empire… but at the same time he was, like many leaders of men, a man whom it was best not to cross.<br/><br/>After taking a moment to collect her thoughts Hidimbi straightened her robes and stepped into a chalk-lined circle in the center of the room, ringed by letters of an eldritch and ancient alphabet inked in her own blood – a self-designed magical conduit that would allow her to better focus her energies for a spell of teleportation. She began a Ritual of Sending to the Mage Tower of Quicasia Island, capital of The Creed, to alert them of her visit and to ask them to prepare for her discreet arrival. When that task was done, and when she sensed that The Creed had opened a path on their end, she cast the spell of teleportation itself. She focused her will upon the power inherent in her demonic blood, completed the ritual with a recitation in the unholy tongue of the Rakshasa sorcerers, and was<span style=""font-style: italic"">shifted</span>to her destination – Quicasia Island.<br/><br/><div align=""center"">---------</div><br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>The Holy Pagan Reich <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23031242#p23031242"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""> Throne Room, Royal Palace - City of Sasvata Nagara</span></span><br/><br/> The white robed priest strode forth into the throne room and lowered his hood to reveal a face covered with pale blue tattoos and a completely shaven head save for a braided heard that reached past the man's throat. His skin is utterly pale and the eyes a dull gray with a heavy set features that seemed to indicate he was from the northwest of the Winterborn lands.<br/> ""I am Korvik, Priest of the mighty Wintergod Tzernobolg, Emissary of his Priesthood, and messenger of King Ongern the Skull-taker, High King of the Winterborn and chosen our god. I have been sent her to forge an ties between your nation and ours and to spiritually advise any unbeliever who wishes to gain the good graces of the mightiest of gods while I am here.""<br/> The man does not even blink put pauses for a moment as he motions for the dwarven slaves to place the great oaken cask at the feet of the Devaraja. Both the Devaraja note an odd sensation of slight cold eminating from the man as the dwarvens open the cask and present the gifts.<br/><br/> ""A cloak of white whale-fur taken from the rarest of the Bronjanx whales of the arctic seas. Worth several times its weight in gold and clasped with forever-ice. There is also a dagger with a handle carved from the choices mammoth ivory and the blade is also forever-ice that has been shaped enchanted powerfully by our Shamans to....make one's attacker regret deeply his ill intent. There is also a suitable amount of dwarven gold to complete the gift. King Ongern hopes that you enjoy them""<br/><br/> The Priest bows his head respectfully as the gifts are received. ""At the Devaraja's pleasure I shall remain here as ambassador and with his permission conduct missionary work when I am not required.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The Devaraja, human in appearance for this audience, gave the emissary of the Winterborn a small, fanged smile. Something told him that he might just come to like this brutish man – he was reminded perhaps just a little of himself, a long, long time ago, when it was the simple thrill of conquest and the pride in being the mightiest ruler in the land that had propelled him forward. Court life, with its politics and back-room deals, was proving increasingly and annoyingly… wearisome. But he had learned the hard way that to retreat from the problem, to sleep it off and pray that all things would sort themselves out, was not an option; if he wished to change the political culture of what his empire had become, he would have to act, and act forcefully. But this was not the time for self-reflection – no, there was the pressing matter of this man from the north that needed to be addressed. And so he gathered his thoughts and spoke.<br/><br/>“Your gifts are received and welcomed,” he replied, taking the dagger in hand. “If you’ve the ability, contact King Ongern and inform him that I am pleased with his generosity. You are also, of course, welcomed as ambassador to the Empire, with the hope that relations between our realms shall be long and fruitful. In return I send the Lord Subahu, who but recently concluded a treaty of mutual alliance against nonhuman threats with Anihc, and I hope that the gifts he bears for your lord are as well-received as yours are with me.”<br/><br/>He deftly and expertly tied the dagger into his belt; his hand tingled in a very odd way as it brushed across the blade, leading him to give momentary pause before continuing. “As to your other request, there is but one maxim to remember: Sasvatanagara is a land of many gods, with yours included should he wish it. But there is the other side to the coin: to propagate your worship here you must accept that there are many gods, with worship of a facet of my own personage preeminent among them, for we sometimes believe that a divine being can have many different… incarnations. Bear this well in mind, and you shall be allowed your work – but do not cross the line. If that is all, then I will have Lord High Councilor Karambha show you to your lodgings – which, I hope, will be more than sufficient for your purposes.”<br/><br/><div align=""center"">---------</div><br/><br/>After the emissary Korvik had departed, the Devaraja was left alone – but only for a few minutes, for Lady Manushya disturbed his solitude. “What is it, Manushya?” he rumbled.<br/><br/>She proceeded to tell him what she had learned about Lord Bakasura’s visit to the dwarven bank, watching as the Devaraja grew visibly angry in the telling. “Given the highly suspicious circumstances, Milord, I plan to pay the Lord Bakasura a… personal visit,” she finished.<br/><br/>“And so you shall,” the Devaraja growled. “But not alone. I, too, will be traveling north.”<br/><br/>Manushya blinked in surprise. “Milord?”<br/><br/>“If Bakasura thirsts for coin in his position, something is wrong – and he is guilty of severe mismanagement. If he does not, then he has sought to acquire funds for illicit reasons, so that it will not be traced back to him – and he is thus guilty of severe mismanagement. You know that I tire of the corruption of my nobility, Manushya; I think it time that an example be made. And if Bakasura has made no visit to the capital, and is innocent – well, that bears investigation as well, does it not?”<br/><br/>“I suppose that it would, Milord,” said Manushya, secretly disappointed. She’d be unable to blackmail the provincial governor if the Devaraja slaughtered him for his transgressions, after all.<br/><br/>“Besides,” said the God-King, giving Manushya a fanged grin, “I desire to see the state of my provinces personally. If nothing else I am conducting an unannounced inspection of my chief trade port. Ready discreet transport for the both of us, Manushya, and we will be off within the hour.”"
15408,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=250,2015-01-04T23:49:00,New Abrahammia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Palace Gardens, Anihc</span><br/><br/>The prince of Anihc arrived to the palace garden, alone, as promised. Although he was alone, he had a kusarigama on him in the event that someone tried him. The kusarigama was rolled up, so as to not seem threatening, although he could unwrap it if need be. He had also told the guards prior to his arrival that he was going to the palace gardens, as he did not normally trust voices in his head to tell him to go places. At the palace gardens, he waited to be greeted by someone.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Blessed Island of Idrra</span><br/><br/>The men on the voyage began making a map of the first town each group reached, being in no hurry. While working, they catcalled Dryads and other pretty humanoid women as they walked by. When not working, they spent much time at the taverns, attempting to make drunken flattery towards women they saw as attractive."
15409,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=250,2015-01-05T00:31:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Engdahl Skogsmarker, Kylantha</span></span></div><br/>Olstad had not been quick enough to save three, but at least whoever these elves were escorting was fine. He and his riders would have to accompany these people to the next fort, as the path only became more dangerous as they progressed. The Captain turned to Tiusjalo and held his hand out for a shake.<br/><br/>""I am Captain Steen Olstad of the Southern Wyvern Corps. of Kylantha. From here on out, my men and I will be with you. The wyverns should be more than enough to keep those pesky 'zards away."" he said and returned to his wyvern's side. ""You should have come with ballistae."" he joked. ""Bruun is indeed North, but the path heads West and South in many places. The nearest fort is not far from here. The soldiers there will be able to guide you to Bruun. Though... It might not be the Emperor you meet.""<br/><br/>So with two wyverns in the rear and Olstad's in front, they headed to the Eastern Fort of Lillehammer. The Captain saw the pigeon, but made nothing of it at the moment. There was a good chance that a slightly larger bird would catch it on its way to wherever it was going. Again, from Lillehammer, since it was close enough, the Stygian horns were blown, scaring many animals around the area, even the wyverns, which were evidently bothered by the sound.<br/><hr/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Bruun, Imperial Kylantha</span></span></div><br/>""Of course..."" Myriani nodded. She would teach her son all he needed to know before he could become Emperor. She wanted him to be as good of an Emperor as possible, as his father was. Kelvhan looked up to Airdan ever since he became more aware of the world around him. He was inquisitive and easily taught. Though the latter quality could be a problem at some point. People like Taero would always be around, disturbing the peace for their own wants and needs. All Myriani had to do was raise her son the way that Airdan would have wanted. She had always seen her husband in him, after all.<br/><br/>""What is it you need me for?"" she asked Lakrir, folding her dress over her front. ""I would like to rest after this, and speak with my son. He is... Crushed. I must also begin teaching him..."""
15410,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=250,2015-01-05T02:42:00,Hastiaka,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Republic of Alteria<br/>Territories of the High Elven Republic<br/>Alinor</span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">''What the hell is wrong with him? Does he not realize that the Imperium already infiltrated his borders?''</span>a nearby diplomat murmured. Even though Vallorion exited the Summit, the Summit still went on and soon, they were disscussing the Probability of building a defense wall around EU lands.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">''I suggest a state of the art wall similar to the bulwark of the Imperium. Not only that this stops invasion to our nations but will also serve as a show of force the EU has. I will send a letter to the nearby dwarven embassies concerning our planned Mutual defense agreement. I believe that Alteria isn't supposed to be blamed here. My people are not content with the government and revolted. Each nation matters. I also suggest a Emergency fund in case of droughts, plagues and disasters. Further more, we shall constitute a preamble upon the next meeting tomorrow. Leaders, if you wish, secretary Adera has the details of the procedures of the Summit. Our local courts have been working on making a similar court between major crimes in each of our nation. ''</span>the Chairman said.<br/><br/>And within hours, the Preamble written in a parchment was given to the Diplomats.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><pre style=""overflow: auto; background-color: #FFFFFF; border: 1px solid #D8D8D8; padding: 3px;""><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Preamble</span></span><br/><hr/><br/><br/>First Elven Union Summit, Alteria<br/><br/>Facing with extreme pressure, We the member states of the Elven Union has decided <br/>to form an agreement and an accord <br/>concerning the safety and economical balance between member states. <br/>We push through our ideologies and bond them into one.<br/> We member states is tasked to maintain itself and that <br/>We will not break our pledge as a member. <br/>We shall state our allegiance to the EU and we will participate <br/>in the games and defenses mounted by the EU. <br/><br/>We are also tasked to maintain Diplomatic Embassies in each nation and whereof if one nation is assaulted by another, we are bounded by our Mutual defense agreement signed by the <del>Six</del> Five Elven Nations</div></pre></blockquote>"
15411,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=250,2015-01-05T06:36:00,The GAmeTopians,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Creed</span><br/>When they had<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Recieved</span>the message, the Creed Mages rushed to draw a teleportation circle. Instead of in an open room, however, they went into the basement of the mage tower. The basement was heavily warded, and served as a conference room where deals were struck. Salneron sat at the head of the table as the mages drew the circle at the other end. When she<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Shifted</span>into the room, one of the mages brought over a chair for her.<br/>""Now then, to business. What do you want and why have you come to us?""<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Dyun Mar</span><br/>""Sir, we should send out an exploration party. Few dwarves have left Dyun Mar and its lands in over a hundred years! I have a list here of possible dwarves to embark."" The advisor handed the One True King a sealed envelope, labeled with dwaren runes.<br/>""Hmm. So it shall be done. I will contact the dwarves that I choose tonight."""
15412,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=250,2015-01-05T08:45:00,Glajinard,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bruun, Imperial Kylantha</span><br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Saestea <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23032051#p23032051"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Of course..."" Myriani nodded. She would teach her son all he needed to know before he could become Emperor. She wanted him to be as good of an Emperor as possible, as his father was. Kelvhan looked up to Airdan ever since he became more aware of the world around him. He was inquisitive and easily taught. Though the latter quality could be a problem at some point. People like Taero would always be around, disturbing the peace for their own wants and needs. All Myriani had to do was raise her son the way that Airdan would have wanted. She had always seen her husband in him, after all.<br/><br/>""What is it you need me for?"" she asked Lakrir, folding her dress over her front. ""I would like to rest after this, and speak with my son. He is... Crushed. I must also begin teaching him...""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Lakrir was upset that he had to force the Empress to talk about matters of state so soon after her husband's funeral. He knew she wouldn't want to discuss it right now, but it couldn't wait forever.<span style=""font-style: italic""> She's a ruler now</span>, he thought,<span style=""font-style: italic"">""want"" has little to do with it.</span>He steeled himself to the situation, something he'd had to do many times in his own reign.<br/><br/>""Again, I'm sorry that this must be discussed, and I understand your loss. However, I need to ensure that the promises made by Airdan are carried out by you, and there is the matter of an alliance that Airdan and I said would be discussed after the war. This does not need to be discussed immediately, but in the next few days.""<br/><br/>Lakrir was interrupted by a messenger who approached Myriani.<br/><br/>""My lady, we have received a message from emissaries from Toisilaa, they are coming to Brunn and wish to speak with you."" said the messenger, giving the Empress the letter and then departing.<br/><br/>""Toisilaa?"" said Lakrir, ""Nothing has been heard from them in ages. My lady, if you'll permit I will remain here as I also wish to speak with these emissaries."""
15413,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=275,2015-01-05T09:26:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Bruun, Imperial Kylantha</span></span></div><br/>Her first official affair. With people from a place called Toisilaa. Truthfully, she had never heard of them before. Perhaps Airdan did, but he wouldn't be around to assist her with that now. She pondered for a moment over what the messenger said and what the dwarven High King requested, then she nodded in agreement. With a deep sigh, the new ruler of Kylantha nodded to Lakrir. The smile that her husband and children often saw on her face was gone. Now there was only a glassy look, empty and cold. Until Kelvhan was of age and she was in her husband's place, she would most likely be this way.<br/><br/>""It's perfectly fine..."" she said very softly. Lakrir might have not heard it, for it was as soft as the cold winds passing through the enclosed space where the members of the Imperial Family were buried. The Silver Crypt, they called it for some reason. Even though there was nothing made of silver. It was an arrangement of white blocks, and nothing more.<br/><br/>The Empress seemed to be staring in one certain direction as she spoke to Lakrir. Her head never moved. She could only watch as Kelvhan was crouched over the structure where Airdan had been placed. Ever since he reached that very spot, he refused to leave, insisting that his father was still alright. It was obvious that the boy was not in the right state of mind. He was alone there, as everyone else had left to mourn in their homes. This silence within Bruun and the rest of Kylantha would go on for several days, most likely. The death of an Emperor was something no one took lightly.<br/><br/>""Perhaps it is better if we faced this matter on another day. I feel terribly distressed and would like to take a rest before I begin to tend to my duties."" Myriani's voice cracked as she spoke. She used her veil to cover her face as she began weeping yet again, though this time more quietly. She hated seeing her children so sad. Her daughters were still far too young to understand the situation, yet they seemed deeply affected by the loss of their father when they felt his cold face and cried continuously as they were returned to the Imperial Fortess outside the capital city."
15414,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=275,2015-01-05T09:56:00,Northern Arcadian Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Glajinard <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23028634#p23028634"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Henry's Landing, Kingdom of Arcadia</span><br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Northern Arcadian Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23024307#p23024307"">wrote</a>:</cite>The group later reached Henry's Landing and the commander looked at the other Captain ""Our garrison commander is just inside there"" he said pointing to the large stone building with several banners hanging off it ""you will be greeted by several Foot soldiers, they will ask you what's your business just say Your new comers""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Captain Bevern thanked the soldiers once again, before walking off towards the fort. He left the company of dwarves and Venali in the village. As he walked inside he saw several more dwarven foot soldiers, sitting around, eating, etc. <br/><br/>""Hello? I'm Captain Bevern, some soldiers told me I could find their commander in here? I'm leading a group of colonists from Glajinard and we've been shipwrecked. We could use some assistance.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>A semi old dwarf stepped up to the captain ""Yes, I am General Voin of the Northeast Army, you just met the militia of the village, your pigeons are ready. Your men must be hungry form there journey and being shipwrecked. Please come and sit with my men"" he said gesturing toward several open benches near the south end of the building."
15415,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=275,2015-01-05T10:10:00,Osnil,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Idrra<br/>The Eldar Council</span><br/>""These men are trying our patience,"" Autumntree stated, ""a majority of the time they spend yelling drunkenly at us.""<br/><br/>""They must've found the Centaurtown. We have one-or maybe two taverns in ours,"" Tremine quietly replied, ""but I don't know exactly how long they intend to stay. They speak of making maps.""<br/><br/>""Well, we could go speak to the Captain of the men,"" Tonwit said. Shortly, Tonwit and several angels stood on board the vessel the men had bought. ""Could we ask that your men respect the people of the island? I have been alerted of some complaints from the elven women and the Dryads,"" Tonwit asked the Captain.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ayre and his elves</span><br/>A week had past and they were past Idrra. Sightings of a large vessel near Idrra were curious. Man had made it to Idrra. Ayre was tempted to meet these men. But he had a goal, and he stuck to it."
15416,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=275,2015-01-05T10:59:00,Siliarba,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Matriarchy of The Winged Mountain</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">High Council chamber</span><br/><br/>After the victory and taking back the entirety off the Winged Mountain the high council met to discuss their next course of action. Most of the discussions was how to use their new lands, where to put their new gained slaves to work and what it was that the country needed. As usual this council had been going for hours and could keep going for hours.<br/><br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""https://s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com/236x/5a/0c/ed/5a0ced9deeb8b494886f6c362ddd956b.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Zephy Whitebreeze</a>: ""These marks I made on the map show where we should deploy our new slaves for mining operations, the mountain may reveal nothing but rock at first glance but it is emanating a power me and my mages have felt several times during the battles, mine there and you will find gems.""<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://fc09.deviantart.net/fs71/i/2012/059/b/b/harpy_by_draakh-d4rai7c.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Mylene Redclaw</a>: ""Don't be to hasty employing the new slaves sister, you did not fight them as up close as I did. They will resist us more fiercely than previous slaves we acquired. They have strong traditions tht won't allow them to give in to slavery. Many off my soldiers weren't satisfied with the battle however, wile the fight was hard the battle ended quickly, give my soldiers some off the slaves, let them tear them apart in front off the others. Those that give in to our commands will be spared, the others sacrificed. It will break the spirits off our new slaves and my soldiers will have their fun after all.""<br/><br/>The discussions between Redclaw and Whitebreeze continued for a wile, but<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://fc08.deviantart.net/fs8/i/2005/298/4/e/Harpy__coloured__by_bishie_keeper.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Nymira Bluesight</a>seemingly had nothing to say. This was however not uncommon, Redclaw was rash and her main thoughts went about how to sate whatever urges appeared first without much thought off the future. On the battlefield she's a great tactician, in the Council Chamber she's a rash girl. Whitebreeze would always have the best interests for the people on her mind but she always looked at things very narrow-minded. The finding of gems and ores was important for the country, but it was almost always the sole thought in Whitebreeze's mind. It was, after all, no secret in the council her addiction to the crystals was greater than most other Harpies.<br/><br/>Bluesight was different, she rarely spoke without feeling the need to speak and being chosen for her intelligence she thought things through, further than most could leading to realizations most could not see coming until it was right in front of them.<br/><br/>Nymira Bluesight: ""The braking off the slaves, the finding off new gems and ores, both important, yes, but neglectable for now. Those things will happen whether we discuss them or not, the only difference is the speed in which it happens. What we need is connections with other countries.<br/><br/>Redclaw and Whitebreeze were silent for a moment, not understanding why Bluesight would say this, Whitebreeze remained rather calm she simply did not know how to react. Redclaw was in a similar situation, except she is never calm and not knowing how to react has never stopped her from reacting before.<br/><br/>Mylene Redclaw: ""How can you even dare say that? We have done everything we have done to make sure there are no connections, we don't want outsiders for anything else than slaves and now that we have what we want, you want to go to them? I should take your head for just even thinking that!<br/>Nymira Bluesight: ""You can't touch me and you know it, otherwise you would have already tried to take my head and not yell about it. I don't expect you to understand sister, just like the battlefield are your home but a mystery to me, so is my reasoning blatantly obvious to me but far beyond your grasps. Just like my head."" Nymira smirked a bit, even though she wouldn't admit it she loved taunting Redclaw, after all, she was one off only 2 who could get away with it unharmed, the other being Whitebreeze.<br/><br/>Nymira Bluesight: ""We are strong now, we have no direct enemies, no wars and no shortages. But things change with time and we need to make sure we can change with them, for that reason we need to anticipate and plan, not wait for something to happen before we react. I can not expect you to understand my reasoning just like you do not expect me to understand every battle tactic you invent. I have seen time and time again they always work just like you have seen time and time again that the invisible threats I talk about always tend to show themselves just as I predicted. I do not require your understanding but I require your loyalty to follow me in these matters just like you have mine when it comes to your field of expertise.""<br/><br/>Redclaw wasn't answering and that was enough for Bluesight, she knew Redclaw was to stubborn to ever admit she'd follow someone else's lead so Redclaw's silence meant much more than anything she could've said.<br/><br/>Zephy Whitebreeze: ""Well, you managed to silence our loudest sister, getting her to agree leaves my point mute as she is always the hardest one to crack. I'll admit I don't understand your views, I probably never will but that is why you're part of the council after all, you don't need 2 people in a council that say and think the same. And as you said, dealing with the slaves and finding new riches in the mountains will happen whether we discuss it or not. That being said I believe me and Redclaw are unsuited for helping you pick delegates, so we will continue our earlier discussion. I suggest in the meantime you find the perfect delegates.<br/><br/>The 3 council members bowed concluding the current council allowing Bluesight to leave as directly afterwards Whitebreeze and Redclaw circled the room a couple of times officially opening a new council meeting between just the 2 of them.<br/><br/>Bluesight knew who to pick as delegates before she even brought up the subject. The delegates had to be Harpies who were best at showing their charming and attractive side wile keeping their more darker sides hidden from plain sight. Bluesight's only regret in the matter was that she could not send Whitebreeze herself as she was considered one of the most attractive and charming Harpies in the Matriarchy, but sending a council member wile other councils may not even know about the council would be foolish to say the least.<br/><br/>After several hours of gathering the harpies she wanted and explaining the goals the Delegates took flight to the surrounding countries and the countries surrounding the surrounding countries. Even if the delegates simply get thrown out as soon as the arrive it will give intelligence about those countries the Matriarchy previously did not have, and foreign intelligence was something the Harpies completely lacked at this stage.<br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">OOC:</span>(I'll respond to people talking about my Harpy delegates having come to their country, I didn't talk about any country in particular so I wouldn't have to roll the dice and see if I got a response or not.)"
15417,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=275,2015-01-05T13:19:00,New Abrahammia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Osnil <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23034665#p23034665"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Idrra<br/>The Eldar Council</span><br/>""These men are trying our patience,"" Autumntree stated, ""a majority of the time they spend yelling drunkenly at us.""<br/><br/>""They must've found the Centaurtown. We have one-or maybe two taverns in ours,"" Tremine quietly replied, ""but I don't know exactly how long they intend to stay. They speak of making maps.""<br/><br/>""Well, we could go speak to the Captain of the men,"" Tonwit said. Shortly, Tonwit and several angels stood on board the vessel the men had bought. ""Could we ask that your men respect the people of the island? I have been alerted of some complaints from the elven women and the Dryads,"" Tonwit asked the Captain.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ayre and his elves</span><br/>A week had past and they were past Idrra. Sightings of a large vessel near Idrra were curious. Man had made it to Idrra. Ayre was tempted to meet these men. But he had a goal, and he stuck to it.</div></blockquote><br/>The captain of the men, who Tonwit saw drinking booze right before conversation, tried to act sober and said to Tonwit ""There's nothing wrong with us trying to court a few honeys. We are merely attempting flattery to the best of our ability without straying away from our work too much. At the taverns, we are simply trying to romanticize a few women in our downtime. Now, you can go ahead and punish us for our unpopular actions, but I'd rather hand you a beer and start a friendship between my crew and you and your angels."" The captain then holds a mug of beer in front of himself, offering it to Tonwit."
15418,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=275,2015-01-05T13:55:00,Osnil,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23036370#p23036370"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Osnil <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23034665#p23034665"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Idrra<br/>The Eldar Council</span><br/>""These men are trying our patience,"" Autumntree stated, ""a majority of the time they spend yelling drunkenly at us.""<br/><br/>""They must've found the Centaurtown. We have one-or maybe two taverns in ours,"" Tremine quietly replied, ""but I don't know exactly how long they intend to stay. They speak of making maps.""<br/><br/>""Well, we could go speak to the Captain of the men,"" Tonwit said. Shortly, Tonwit and several angels stood on board the vessel the men had bought. ""Could we ask that your men respect the people of the island? I have been alerted of some complaints from the elven women and the Dryads,"" Tonwit asked the Captain.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ayre and his elves</span><br/>A week had past and they were past Idrra. Sightings of a large vessel near Idrra were curious. Man had made it to Idrra. Ayre was tempted to meet these men. But he had a goal, and he stuck to it.</div></blockquote><br/>The captain of the men, who Tonwit saw drinking booze right before conversation, tried to act sober and said to Tonwit ""There's nothing wrong with us trying to court a few honeys. We are merely attempting flattery to the best of our ability without straying away from our work too much. At the taverns, we are simply trying to romanticize a few women in our downtime. Now, you can go ahead and punish us for our unpopular actions, but I'd rather hand you a beer and start a friendship between my crew and you and your angels."" The captain then holds a mug of beer in front of himself, offering it to Tonwit.</div></blockquote><br/>""I would like friendship with you, but not over beer. Are you planning to go deep into the island?"" asked Tonwit. There was no convincing these men. He sighed. At the very center of the island, was a hole, that was said to lead into hell itself. He'd never personally believed these so-called stories. Either of two things happened-one was that they would never return. The other was that they would be driven madly insane. They would scream about demons, scorpions, fire, and a beast."
15419,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=275,2015-01-05T14:07:00,New Abrahammia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Osnil <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23036698#p23036698"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23036370#p23036370"">wrote</a>:</cite>The captain of the men, who Tonwit saw drinking booze right before conversation, tried to act sober and said to Tonwit ""There's nothing wrong with us trying to court a few honeys. We are merely attempting flattery to the best of our ability without straying away from our work too much. At the taverns, we are simply trying to romanticize a few women in our downtime. Now, you can go ahead and punish us for our unpopular actions, but I'd rather hand you a beer and start a friendship between my crew and you and your angels."" The captain then holds a mug of beer in front of himself, offering it to Tonwit.</div></blockquote><br/>""I would like friendship with you, but not over beer. Are you planning to go deep into the island?"" asked Tonwit. There was no convincing these men. He sighed. At the very center of the island, was a hole, that was said to lead into hell itself. He'd never personally believed these so-called stories. Either of two things happened-one was that they would never return. The other was that they would be driven madly insane. They would scream about demons, scorpions, fire, and a beast.</div></blockquote><br/>The captain frowns slightly. He puts down the mug and says""My men were going to go to as much of the island as possible. Nor rain, nor sleet, nor hail will permanently halt our expedition. We shall go to every corner of the island, the center of the island, and have it so that there is not one woman we do not shag. Our journey throughout your lands will be peaceful. I can assure you that. We shall not spy on your people or cause chaos. We shall merely travel through your lands, give your storekeepers money for food and mead, and then leave when we're done. Please do not feel threatened by our presence."""
15420,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=275,2015-01-05T14:44:00,Osnil,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23036844#p23036844"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Osnil <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23036698#p23036698"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I would like friendship with you, but not over beer. Are you planning to go deep into the island?"" asked Tonwit. There was no convincing these men. He sighed. At the very center of the island, was a hole, that was said to lead into hell itself. He'd never personally believed these so-called stories. Either of two things happened-one was that they would never return. The other was that they would be driven madly insane. They would scream about demons, scorpions, fire, and a beast.</div></blockquote><br/>The captain frowns slightly. He puts down the mug and says""My men were going to go to as much of the island as possible. Nor rain, nor sleet, nor hail will permanently halt our expedition. We shall go to every corner of the island, the center of the island, and have it so that there is not one woman we do not shag. Our journey throughout your lands will be peaceful. I can assure you that. We shall not spy on your people or cause chaos. We shall merely travel through your lands, give your storekeepers money for food and mead, and then leave when we're done. Please do not feel threatened by our presence.""</div></blockquote><br/>""I believe your word Captain, but going to the center of the island is almost pure suicide. Even the trees have refused to grow there. Those who go there, never come back, and if they do, the come back with insane babblings-that of scorpions, demons, and a beast. They say there is a staircase leading to a hallway. The gates clang behind you so you can never get you. I don't believe those tales, but it's rumored all the same. Perhaps a joint expedition into the center of the island would clear things up?"" asked Tonwit. Several Centaurs, a couple dozen big cats, and maybe a few fairies would probably be beneficial to the group. And it would clear up the stories of the place."
15421,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=275,2015-01-05T15:00:00,New Abrahammia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Osnil <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23037251#p23037251"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23036844#p23036844"">wrote</a>:</cite>The captain frowns slightly. He puts down the mug and says""My men were going to go to as much of the island as possible. Nor rain, nor sleet, nor hail will permanently halt our expedition. We shall go to every corner of the island, the center of the island, and have it so that there is not one woman we do not shag. Our journey throughout your lands will be peaceful. I can assure you that. We shall not spy on your people or cause chaos. We shall merely travel through your lands, give your storekeepers money for food and mead, and then leave when we're done. Please do not feel threatened by our presence.""</div></blockquote><br/>""I believe your word Captain, but going to the center of the island is almost pure suicide. Even the trees have refused to grow there. Those who go there, never come back, and if they do, the come back with insane babblings-that of scorpions, demons, and a beast. They say there is a staircase leading to a hallway. The gates clang behind you so you can never get you. I don't believe those tales, but it's rumored all the same. Perhaps a joint expedition into the center of the island would clear things up?"" asked Tonwit. Several Centaurs, a couple dozen big cats, and maybe a few fairies would probably be beneficial to the group. And it would clear up the stories of the place.</div></blockquote><br/>The captain smiled at this offer. ""We could always use your help. We intend to go there immediately. Of course, the whole group will split up to cover the whole island, so just me, the valiant men you granting us, and my cronies will venture to the center. It's risky, but it can't be that dangerous. After all, people did come back from there to tell stories."" the captain and his cronies start marching inland to find this horrific center that has been described. The captain then turns to Tonwit and says ""Uh, which way is it?"""
15422,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=275,2015-01-05T15:05:00,The V O I D,"<blockquote><div><cite>Drunken Pagan Weirdos <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23031701#p23031701"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The V O I D <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23028848#p23028848"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Elseun, ""Dock"" City<br/>The Draekonian Imperium</span></span><br/><br/>The Guardsmen turned, getting on either side of the Slavemaids as they lined up horizontally, so that no one was truly in the 'lead', so to speak. The Guardsman responded.<br/>""<span style=""font-weight: bold"">The journey to the capital city of Repan is a short one, from this specific docking city. It is merely four hours- via Draekonian walking speed and such, anyways. A long walk on foot would, in your time, probably take a day or two.</span>"", said the Guardsman, in a nonoffensive tone. He began walking, as did the other Guardsman, and that signalled the Slavemaids to begin walking as well. The Draekonians were fastpaced walkers- or, maybe they just took large steps due to their size. Nonetheless, it would be a comfortably journey, as bumps in the ground and such didn't seem to be felt through the comforters under the seating. They headed to Repan, the four hour trek would seem short for anyone really.</div></blockquote> <br/><br/>Though Lord Jatasura was acting unusually quiet as they rode, Raktabija felt it best to break the silence and learn something of these strange people – it was, after all, his explicit job to do so. “Could I trouble you, sir, to tell me something of your people?” he asked the Guardsman. “A story, a legend, something that might teach us more about you. And what accounts for the enormous discrepancy in size between your male and female Draekonians?”<br/><br/><div align=""center"">---------<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Governor’s Palace, City of Visakhapatnam, Andhra Province, Sasvatanagara</span></span></div><br/><br/>After the meeting, Hidimbi went alone to her quarters, closed the door behind her, and let out a deep sigh. That could have gone… better. <span style=""font-style: italic"">But it could have been far worse,</span> she reminded herself. Lord Rashaad was an honorable man, a leader that she chose to follow gladly, whose guidance would help usher in a new era for the Empire… but at the same time he was, like many leaders of men, a man whom it was best not to cross.<br/><br/>After taking a moment to collect her thoughts Hidimbi straightened her robes and stepped into a chalk-lined circle in the center of the room, ringed by letters of an eldritch and ancient alphabet inked in her own blood – a self-designed magical conduit that would allow her to better focus her energies for a spell of teleportation. She began a Ritual of Sending to the Mage Tower of Quicasia Island, capital of The Creed, to alert them of her visit and to ask them to prepare for her discreet arrival. When that task was done, and when she sensed that The Creed had opened a path on their end, she cast the spell of teleportation itself. She focused her will upon the power inherent in her demonic blood, completed the ritual with a recitation in the unholy tongue of the Rakshasa sorcerers, and was <span style=""font-style: italic"">shifted</span> to her destination – Quicasia Island.<br/><br/><div align=""center"">---------</div><br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>The Holy Pagan Reich <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23031242#p23031242"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""> Throne Room, Royal Palace - City of Sasvata Nagara</span></span><br/><br/> The white robed priest strode forth into the throne room and lowered his hood to reveal a face covered with pale blue tattoos and a completely shaven head save for a braided heard that reached past the man's throat. His skin is utterly pale and the eyes a dull gray with a heavy set features that seemed to indicate he was from the northwest of the Winterborn lands.<br/> ""I am Korvik, Priest of the mighty Wintergod Tzernobolg, Emissary of his Priesthood, and messenger of King Ongern the Skull-taker, High King of the Winterborn and chosen our god. I have been sent her to forge an ties between your nation and ours and to spiritually advise any unbeliever who wishes to gain the good graces of the mightiest of gods while I am here.""<br/> The man does not even blink put pauses for a moment as he motions for the dwarven slaves to place the great oaken cask at the feet of the Devaraja. Both the Devaraja note an odd sensation of slight cold eminating from the man as the dwarvens open the cask and present the gifts.<br/><br/> ""A cloak of white whale-fur taken from the rarest of the Bronjanx whales of the arctic seas. Worth several times its weight in gold and clasped with forever-ice. There is also a dagger with a handle carved from the choices mammoth ivory and the blade is also forever-ice that has been shaped enchanted powerfully by our Shamans to....make one's attacker regret deeply his ill intent. There is also a suitable amount of dwarven gold to complete the gift. King Ongern hopes that you enjoy them""<br/><br/> The Priest bows his head respectfully as the gifts are received. ""At the Devaraja's pleasure I shall remain here as ambassador and with his permission conduct missionary work when I am not required.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The Devaraja, human in appearance for this audience, gave the emissary of the Winterborn a small, fanged smile. Something told him that he might just come to like this brutish man – he was reminded perhaps just a little of himself, a long, long time ago, when it was the simple thrill of conquest and the pride in being the mightiest ruler in the land that had propelled him forward. Court life, with its politics and back-room deals, was proving increasingly and annoyingly… wearisome. But he had learned the hard way that to retreat from the problem, to sleep it off and pray that all things would sort themselves out, was not an option; if he wished to change the political culture of what his empire had become, he would have to act, and act forcefully. But this was not the time for self-reflection – no, there was the pressing matter of this man from the north that needed to be addressed. And so he gathered his thoughts and spoke.<br/><br/>“Your gifts are received and welcomed,” he replied, taking the dagger in hand. “If you’ve the ability, contact King Ongern and inform him that I am pleased with his generosity. You are also, of course, welcomed as ambassador to the Empire, with the hope that relations between our realms shall be long and fruitful. In return I send the Lord Subahu, who but recently concluded a treaty of mutual alliance against nonhuman threats with Anihc, and I hope that the gifts he bears for your lord are as well-received as yours are with me.”<br/><br/>He deftly and expertly tied the dagger into his belt; his hand tingled in a very odd way as it brushed across the blade, leading him to give momentary pause before continuing. “As to your other request, there is but one maxim to remember: Sasvatanagara is a land of many gods, with yours included should he wish it. But there is the other side to the coin: to propagate your worship here you must accept that there are many gods, with worship of a facet of my own personage preeminent among them, for we sometimes believe that a divine being can have many different… incarnations. Bear this well in mind, and you shall be allowed your work – but do not cross the line. If that is all, then I will have Lord High Councilor Karambha show you to your lodgings – which, I hope, will be more than sufficient for your purposes.”<br/><br/><div align=""center"">---------</div><br/><br/>After the emissary Korvik had departed, the Devaraja was left alone – but only for a few minutes, for Lady Manushya disturbed his solitude. “What is it, Manushya?” he rumbled.<br/><br/>She proceeded to tell him what she had learned about Lord Bakasura’s visit to the dwarven bank, watching as the Devaraja grew visibly angry in the telling. “Given the highly suspicious circumstances, Milord, I plan to pay the Lord Bakasura a… personal visit,” she finished.<br/><br/>“And so you shall,” the Devaraja growled. “But not alone. I, too, will be traveling north.”<br/><br/>Manushya blinked in surprise. “Milord?”<br/><br/>“If Bakasura thirsts for coin in his position, something is wrong – and he is guilty of severe mismanagement. If he does not, then he has sought to acquire funds for illicit reasons, so that it will not be traced back to him – and he is thus guilty of severe mismanagement. You know that I tire of the corruption of my nobility, Manushya; I think it time that an example be made. And if Bakasura has made no visit to the capital, and is innocent – well, that bears investigation as well, does it not?”<br/><br/>“I suppose that it would, Milord,” said Manushya, secretly disappointed. She’d be unable to blackmail the provincial governor if the Devaraja slaughtered him for his transgressions, after all.<br/><br/>“Besides,” said the God-King, giving Manushya a fanged grin, “I desire to see the state of my provinces personally. If nothing else I am conducting an unannounced inspection of my chief trade port. Ready discreet transport for the both of us, Manushya, and we will be off within the hour.”</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Outskirts of Repan<br/>The Draekonian Imperium</span></span><br/><br/>The Guardsman looked at the ambassador for a moment, unsure as to how to answer that question. He decided to give the simpler answer.<br/>""<span style=""font-weight: bold"">We've figured out our size varies based on how much Behemoth we eat. It is believed Behemoth's meat promotes growth among our species. Lower classes are given less, upper classes are given more. That is what determines our size. Usually, anyway.</span>"", the Guardsman said, before continuing on the walk. They were reaching the outer parts of Repan, which was indicated by the entrance gates as they opened up. Repan's outskirts looked like a slum town; obviously where the peasants lived. Although, in the distance, a palace could be seen, that was of gold and silver in color. And it was massive- even in Draekonian building standards. The Emperor was either huge, or just had a large family. Either way, it was easy to see that this venture would be interesting."
15423,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=275,2015-01-05T15:07:00,Osnil,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23037442#p23037442"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Osnil <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23037251#p23037251"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I believe your word Captain, but going to the center of the island is almost pure suicide. Even the trees have refused to grow there. Those who go there, never come back, and if they do, the come back with insane babblings-that of scorpions, demons, and a beast. They say there is a staircase leading to a hallway. The gates clang behind you so you can never get you. I don't believe those tales, but it's rumored all the same. Perhaps a joint expedition into the center of the island would clear things up?"" asked Tonwit. Several Centaurs, a couple dozen big cats, and maybe a few fairies would probably be beneficial to the group. And it would clear up the stories of the place.</div></blockquote><br/>The captain smiled at this offer. ""We could always use your help. We intend to go there immediately. Of course, the whole group will split up to cover the whole island, so just me, the valiant men you granting us, and my cronies will venture to the center. It's risky, but it can't be that dangerous. After all, people did come back from there to tell stories."" the captain and his cronies start marching inland to find this horrific center that has been described. The captain then turns to Tonwit and says ""Uh, which way is it?""</div></blockquote><br/>Tonwit smiled and pointed north, ""Of course I will go along as well. I have a couple of centaurs, a few large cats, and some fairies. By tomorrow I shall be ready to leave. What is the status of your supplies? Do you need food or fresh water?"""
15424,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=275,2015-01-05T15:14:00,New Abrahammia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Osnil <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23037517#p23037517"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23037442#p23037442"">wrote</a>:</cite>The captain smiled at this offer. ""We could always use your help. We intend to go there immediately. Of course, the whole group will split up to cover the whole island, so just me, the valiant men you granting us, and my cronies will venture to the center. It's risky, but it can't be that dangerous. After all, people did come back from there to tell stories."" the captain and his cronies start marching inland to find this horrific center that has been described. The captain then turns to Tonwit and says ""Uh, which way is it?""</div></blockquote><br/>Tonwit smiled and pointed north, ""Of course I will go along as well. I have a couple of centaurs, a few large cats, and some fairies. By tomorrow I shall be ready to leave. What is the status of your supplies? Do you need food or fresh water?""</div></blockquote><br/>""In regards to food and water, we packed much water and tea, though it won't last the entire expedition. This is why we have brought gold to trade with merchants for more water. In regards to food, we packed rice and fish, but the same thing applies with that. If you do not wish to leave today, I understand. I will head to town and attempt to court pretty Dryads. This time, sober. Maybe it could actually work that way."""
15425,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=275,2015-01-05T20:48:00,Personal Freedom,"<blockquote><div><cite>Hastiaka <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23032447#p23032447"">wrote</a>:</cite>Republic of Alteria<br/>SNIP</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Leanaí de Math Delegation</span></span><br/>""Indeed. The overall idea of the union looks as if it could suit our nations well. I am surprised by the actions of the Vallorion diplomats, they communicated a loathing for humanity unlike I have ever seen... Some of these new ideas, however, seem to threaten the sovereignty of the union members. The Leanaí de Math joined this union to form economic and military alliances with our brethren, not to delegated like some type of providence in an empire and not to have foreigners interfere with our culture. The Council of Nine will have to review this... But acceptance at this point I cannot guarantee the acceptance of the preamble, nor a continued presence in the Union,"" Celegal stated as he took in the agenda and events that concerned him during the Alterian held summit.<span style=""font-style: italic"">The dream of merging our cultures is the raving of a madman. To think their goddess and her clerics would peacefully co-exist with our necromancers and our clerics. And we have yet to contact the People of the Forest on this matter.</span>""I do, however, invite all to Avalon. It is a bit secluded in the woods and it is about a day's ride once you land in port, but it is well worth the time, and you may even be able to address the council. Perhaps you will be able to convince to continue to fully participate in the assembled union. We are in a reconstruction period at the moment, but I'm am sure the city will be alive and well prepared for your visits,"" Celegal added as a second thought. He only hoped that the holding of such a summit in Avalon would lower the chance of any of the new regimes enemies gaining foreign support.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""> The Sultanate of Scheherazade</span></span><br/>On a large dais sat a richly adorned figure, slightly larger than a human, with eyes of a burning amber. Before him was a man, a human sailor probably no older than eighteen years, shackled and surrounded by burly mailed guards armed with razor sharp scimitars hanging by their sides. The space where this event took place seemed to be a public market and about a hundred or so silent male Djinn, their faces obscured by sand colored robes, stood gathered around to see the sentencing. A crime had been committed by the shackled foreigner, a crime against hospitality and tradition, and it had attracted a considerable amount of people o watch the enforcement of ancient law.<br/><br/>""The man before you has been found to be guilty of a heinous crime,"" the seated man began. He had a deep and thundering voice that conveyed both a commanding and powerful aura. As he spoke the prisoner was dragged towards a slab of rough stone that seemed to be ripped from the Earth itself. ""To violate the hospitality of the merchants by stealing from them while being a guest in our lands is too severely violate the anciet custom of hospitality. The punishment awarded must be equally severe.""<br/><br/>The prisoner now had one of his arms held in the air by one of the two guards as the other unsheathed his sword and hung it raised over the stone. With a groan that expressed both anguish and primal fear the prisoner spoke, pleading to the seated figure. ""Mercy, Great Sultan Scheherazade! I did not steal! I merely was inspecting his wares. I had not―""<br/><br/>The Sultan did not hear and gave his words little more heed than he cared for each grain of sand in the desert. ""It is tradition that we should sever the hand and thus prevent him from stealing again. This has been the way for as long as we have had tradition."" He paused as the prisoner's arm was forced to lie on the stone. ""But it is known that a man without a hand can always hide it in a robe, and a crafty one may come up with a thousand good excuse for his missing limb, which is why I have devised a punishment every bit as severe as the crime. One which he will never recover from and never be able to hide.""<br/><br/>""Please! Mercy!"" the prisoner hollered before his head was slammed against the stone with such force that his chin began bleeding and he spoke no more. His arm no longer rested on the stone slab. Both arms now rested be the man's side. The scimitar no hung menacingly above his neck.<br/><br/>""I heard a cry for mercy. Let it be known that this is a merciful punishment. There is no lighter punishment for his crime. There will never be a lighter punishment for thieves!"" The words seemed to fill the air and by his gesture the guard went underway with the swinging of the sword. Moments later the knife connected with flesh and the a splash of blood and a muffled cry of pain erupted from the man, a man whose nose had been hacked off and his jaw broken. Seconds later an iron boot connected with the fingers of the man right hand, crushing them, before he was pulled up before the crowd.<br/><br/>""The prisoner will now be reunited with his crew mates, a lesson for all who dare commit crime in this land!"""
15426,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=275,2015-01-05T20:54:00,Osnil,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23037601#p23037601"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Osnil <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23037517#p23037517"">wrote</a>:</cite>Tonwit smiled and pointed north, ""Of course I will go along as well. I have a couple of centaurs, a few large cats, and some fairies. By tomorrow I shall be ready to leave. What is the status of your supplies? Do you need food or fresh water?""</div></blockquote><br/>""In regards to food and water, we packed much water and tea, though it won't last the entire expedition. This is why we have brought gold to trade with merchants for more water. In regards to food, we packed rice and fish, but the same thing applies with that. If you do not wish to leave today, I understand. I will head to town and attempt to court pretty Dryads. This time, sober. Maybe it could actually work that way.""</div></blockquote><br/>""The Dryads kind of turned off when they found out that your ship was made of wood. I have tried to explain that this is one of the few places that the trees have voices. Though I do know a Dryad I could introduce you to if you are interested,"" Tonwit replied, ""and doing it sober would increase your chances of getting one, Captain-what did you say your name was?"""
15427,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=275,2015-01-06T01:04:00,New Abrahammia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Osnil <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23041269#p23041269"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23037601#p23037601"">wrote</a>:</cite>""In regards to food and water, we packed much water and tea, though it won't last the entire expedition. This is why we have brought gold to trade with merchants for more water. In regards to food, we packed rice and fish, but the same thing applies with that. If you do not wish to leave today, I understand. I will head to town and attempt to court pretty Dryads. This time, sober. Maybe it could actually work that way.""</div></blockquote><br/>""The Dryads kind of turned off when they found out that your ship was made of wood. I have tried to explain that this is one of the few places that the trees have voices. Though I do know a Dryad I could introduce you to if you are interested,"" Tonwit replied, ""and doing it sober would increase your chances of getting one, Captain-what did you say your name was?""</div></blockquote><br/>""Captain Beardblack, at your service."" Captain Beardblack, who had no beard, extended his hand to shake hands with Tonwit. ""I plan to right a book on my experience exploring this island. Iat will discuss more so of this island's culture and interactions more than it will discuss the landscape. Because the map will be made to speak of it, but the map says nothing of tree nymphs. Now, there is a Dryad you offered to introduce me to? Tell me about 'er."" The captain wore a poker face during this meeting, as if he's trying to not show a sign of weakness."
15428,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=275,2015-01-06T07:47:00,Osnil,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23042900#p23042900"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Osnil <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23041269#p23041269"">wrote</a>:</cite>""The Dryads kind of turned off when they found out that your ship was made of wood. I have tried to explain that this is one of the few places that the trees have voices. Though I do know a Dryad I could introduce you to if you are interested,"" Tonwit replied, ""and doing it sober would increase your chances of getting one, Captain-what did you say your name was?""</div></blockquote><br/>""Captain Beardblack, at your service."" Captain Beardblack, who had no beard, extended his hand to shake hands with Tonwit. ""I plan to right a book on my experience exploring this island. Iat will discuss more so of this island's culture and interactions more than it will discuss the landscape. Because the map will be made to speak of it, but the map says nothing of tree nymphs. Now, there is a Dryad you offered to introduce me to? Tell me about 'er."" The captain wore a poker face during this meeting, as if he's trying to not show a sign of weakness.</div></blockquote><br/>Tonwit took Beardblack's hand and shook it with a mighty grip. ""Well, her hair is as green as the field, her smile is more beautiful than flowers, and she will love you. Her name is Greenblossom. I can take you to meet her right now if you like,"" Tonwit offered."
15429,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=275,2015-01-06T10:24:00,New Abrahammia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Osnil <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23044451#p23044451"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23042900#p23042900"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Captain Beardblack, at your service."" Captain Beardblack, who had no beard, extended his hand to shake hands with Tonwit. ""I plan to right a book on my experience exploring this island. Iat will discuss more so of this island's culture and interactions more than it will discuss the landscape. Because the map will be made to speak of it, but the map says nothing of tree nymphs. Now, there is a Dryad you offered to introduce me to? Tell me about 'er."" The captain wore a poker face during this meeting, as if he's trying to not show a sign of weakness.</div></blockquote><br/>Tonwit took Beardblack's hand and shook it with a mighty grip. ""Well, her hair is as green as the field, her smile is more beautiful than flowers, and she will love you. Her name is Greenblossom. I can take you to meet her right now if you like,"" Tonwit offered.</div></blockquote><br/>The captain smiles and nods. I'll tell my men to do inventory or something. I must see her without my men's interference. Where shall I meet her? When should I arrive to this location? Should I bring a gift?"" The captain relaxs his shoulders, as if to try to look cool."
15430,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=275,2015-01-06T11:48:00,Osnil,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23045686#p23045686"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Osnil <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23044451#p23044451"">wrote</a>:</cite>Tonwit took Beardblack's hand and shook it with a mighty grip. ""Well, her hair is as green as the field, her smile is more beautiful than flowers, and she will love you. Her name is Greenblossom. I can take you to meet her right now if you like,"" Tonwit offered.</div></blockquote><br/>The captain smiles and nods. I'll tell my men to do inventory or something. I must see her without my men's interference. Where shall I meet her? When should I arrive to this location? Should I bring a gift?"" The captain relaxs his shoulders, as if to try to look cool.</div></blockquote><br/>""I'll take you to meet her, then I'll leave you two alone and get the men ready to go. Though bringing a gift would be nice, you don't have to,"" Tonwit replied. Greenblossom had many suitors-elves and fairies, but she hadn't a man yet."
15431,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=275,2015-01-06T13:09:00,Renetopia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Outskirts of the Dwarvenlands</span><br/><br/>In the past few weeks, commander Omdam felt more tired than ever before. The High Council had given him all the responsibilities of relocating the Gnomes and Halflings from their ruined kingdom into the Dwarvenlands. He thanked the gods that he had help. Sargos and Lerd were also helping, organizing entire families into units and looking for the best place to start a settlement.<br/><br/>Many abandoned Dwarven forest and valley fortresses were resettled or their stone was used in building new houses.<br/><br/>Omdam was intrigued by how the settlements of the Gnomes and Halflings were different than those of the Dwarves.<br/><br/>Gnomes took up living in forests and hills. Their buildings are mostly underground, except each one has at least one door and one window on the outside.<br/><br/>Halflings are even stranger. They build their houses overground, but put earth on top of the roofs, and eventually grass and other plants. They make their own hills. Omdam never would have imagined anyone would do something so odd. But, to them it's tradition.<br/><br/>Many settlements were reincarnated. For example, members of a previous village still live together in a new village, with the same name and even a similar arrangement of houses and whatnot.<br/><br/>The only problem was that Halflings, unlike Dwarves and Gnomes, aren't fighters. Some of them said that they're excellent assassins and spies, which the Dwarves could use, but they're not fighters in general. So, he plans to set up at least two Dwarf or Gnome soldiers in every Halfling village in case of trouble. Because if war starts, the Halflings will be attacked first."
15432,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=275,2015-01-06T15:20:00,New Abrahammia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Osnil <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23046384#p23046384"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23045686#p23045686"">wrote</a>:</cite>The captain smiles and nods. I'll tell my men to do inventory or something. I must see her without my men's interference. Where shall I meet her? When should I arrive to this location? Should I bring a gift?"" The captain relaxs his shoulders, as if to try to look cool.</div></blockquote><br/>""I'll take you to meet her, then I'll leave you two alone and get the men ready to go. Though bringing a gift would be nice, you don't have to,"" Tonwit replied. Greenblossom had many suitors-elves and fairies, but she hadn't a man yet.</div></blockquote><br/>""She shall pick me over all her other suitors!"" He aggressively rips several flowers out of the ground in one tug. ""I know she'll pick me because I'm human. And I brought flowers. How many suitors thought of that? Probably not many. Now, lead me to this renowned lass you speak of."""
15433,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=275,2015-01-06T15:31:00,Osnil,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23048667#p23048667"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Osnil <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23046384#p23046384"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I'll take you to meet her, then I'll leave you two alone and get the men ready to go. Though bringing a gift would be nice, you don't have to,"" Tonwit replied. Greenblossom had many suitors-elves and fairies, but she hadn't a man yet.</div></blockquote><br/>""She shall pick me over all her other suitors!"" He aggressively rips several flowers out of the ground in one tug. ""I know she'll pick me because I'm human. And I brought flowers. How many suitors thought of that? Probably not many. Now, lead me to this renowned lass you speak of.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Several elves and fairies, but she turned them all away. She might like you because you're unique. But to warn you, you might want to leave behind anything made from wood,"" Tonwit said, ""dryads are very sensitive about that sort of thing."" Leading her to the western part of the island, in a grassy knoll, he introduced the captain, ""Captain Beardblack, this is Greenblossom. Greenblossom, this is Captain Beardblack. He would like to be your suitor.""<br/><br/>""Well, we'll see about that,"" Greenblossom replied, eyeing the captain, ""so what are you doing here on Idrra?"""
15434,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=275,2015-01-06T15:43:00,New Abrahammia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Osnil <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23048811#p23048811"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23048667#p23048667"">wrote</a>:</cite>""She shall pick me over all her other suitors!"" He aggressively rips several flowers out of the ground in one tug. ""I know she'll pick me because I'm human. And I brought flowers. How many suitors thought of that? Probably not many. Now, lead me to this renowned lass you speak of.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Several elves and fairies, but she turned them all away. She might like you because you're unique. But to warn you, you might want to leave behind anything made from wood,"" Tonwit said, ""dryads are very sensitive about that sort of thing."" Leading her to the western part of the island, in a grassy knoll, he introduced the captain, ""Captain Beardblack, this is Greenblossom. Greenblossom, this is Captain Beardblack. He would like to be your suitor.""<br/><br/>""Well, we'll see about that,"" Greenblossom replied, eyeing the captain, ""so what are you doing here on Idrra?""</div></blockquote><br/>Captain Beardblack stood proudly with proper posture and made eye contact with Greenblossom. He responded ""My men and I have come here to create a map of this island, sketching and writing whatever we need for the knowledge of our people. I, of course, lead the men on this expedition, as I am the captain. They look up to me and follow my orders. In return, I make sure they don't fall off a cliff or wander into a tiger's mouth."""
15435,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=275,2015-01-06T16:14:00,Glajinard,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Brunn, Imperial Kylantha</span><br/><br/>Two days after Emperor Airdan's funeral, High King Lakrir remained at the Imperial Palace. It was mid-morning, and the weak winter sun alternatively shined it's cold light and was covered by passing clouds. It was a chilly day, and Lakrir drew his fur coat closer about his old bones. He was taking a walk along the outer balcony of the palace, which was mostly cleaned and free of debris. Just days ago Taero's body had been hanging from this balcony, and now things appeared to be back to normal. He could see the plains outside the city. It was scattered with detritus from the army camps and subsequent battle. His army had begun to depart shortly after the battle, dispersing into its component parts. Even now militias would be returning to their home cities, reunited with their wives and children, celebrating their safe return.<br/><br/>However, the mass graves outside the city reminded him, sadly, that not all would be returning home. Two large mounds had been raised to hold the Glajinardi dead; dwarves, satyrs, and Venali. The flags of Glajinard, the Yaress Tribes, and the County of Beorn fluttered over them in the winds.They had not lost as many as during the Siege of Arbamthaz, but this had been one of the largest losses in the mostly peaceful history of Glajinard. The mounds were still bare earth now, but he knew they would soon be covered with grass, and probably wildflowers, before long. He had always thought that simple earthen mounds were a beautiful memorial, especially for dwarves who were so connected to the earth. He made a mental note to have a small monument commissioned to place near the mounds, explaining in Dwarven and Kylanthan the significance of the site.<br/><br/>The city below was quiet, few people milled about in the streets, the atmosphere was subdued and somber. The great respect the Kylanthan people had for their Emperor touched Lakrir, each of them acted as though they had known him personally. His death truly saddened all of them, it seemed. It was a testament to the young Emperor, how he had related to his people.<br/><br/>Today he was supposed to be meeting with the young Empress, although he supposed she was now properly called Empress Dowager. He pitied her, losing the love of her life, and instantly thrust into a position she neither expected nor wanted. On his way through the palace he paused at the courtyard where the funeral service was held. He walked over to the Silver Crypt, placing his hand on the cold stone doors.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Don't worry Airdan, I'll watch out for them</span>, he thought.<br/><br/>He continued through the palace, entering the office where the meeting was supposed to take place. He had brought with him a draft of the decree he wished Myriani to pass, along with a proposal for an alliance.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value="" Draft Imperial Decree""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><div align=""center""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Imperial Decree</span></span></div><br/><br/>Whereas We make it the joy and glory of Our heart to behold the prosperity of Our country, and the welfare of Our subjects, We do hereby, in virtue of the Supreme power We inherit from Our Imperial Ancestors, promulgate following orders, for the sake of Our present subjects and their descendants.<br/><br/>1. Slavery or forced labor of any kind, except as punishment for a crime sentenced by the due process of law, shall be abolished. <br/>2. A new realm shall be created from two provinces of Kylantha, and one province of Glajinard, to become a homeland for the Venali people, it shall be called the Venali Republic. <br/>3. Any Venali who wishes to emigrate to the Venali Republic shall not be stopped from doing so. <br/>4. The Venali Republic shall be under the joint protection of the Kingdom of Glajinard and the Empire of Kylantha, who shall jointly manage the Republic's foreign affairs and defense. <br/>5. The domestic affairs of the Venali Republic shall not be interfered with by either realm, unless they affect the foreign affairs or defense of the Republic. <br/>6. Any Venali who chooses to remain in Kylantha shall become a free and equal subject of His Imperial Majesty Emperor Kelvhan. <br/>7. No Ashryn or other non-Venali shall be permitted to remain in the Venali Republic without the consent of the government thereof, but having been granted such consent shall be a free and equal citizen thereof, as shall be their descendants.<br/><br/>Signed, <br/>Empress Dowager Myriani<br/>on behalf of His Imperial Majesty Emperor Kelvhan</div></div></div><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Henry's Landing</span><br/><br/>Captain Bevern wrote out a letter to send back to Gikerahaf. He wrote directly to the Chancellor, explained what had happened to his ship, and informing him of the discovery of another dwarven nation. He was sure the Chancellor would find this extremely interesting, as the Alpine Dwarves were the only other ones known. Finally, he asked the Chancellor to send word to the other part of the fleet that they would need to be picked up on the coast when they finished unloading their colonists.<br/><br/>After his he saw to it that his own crew and colonists were fed and housed, in a local tavern, before sitting down to join General Voin.<br/><br/>""General, as you've heard we come from a land to the east. We had no idea that there were dwarves living on this isle. I'm sure our government would like to make contact with yours. Do you think you could arrange for an emissary to travel to my homeland? I can show you on our maps how to get there."""
15436,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=275,2015-01-06T17:48:00,Osnil,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23048950#p23048950"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Osnil <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23048811#p23048811"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Several elves and fairies, but she turned them all away. She might like you because you're unique. But to warn you, you might want to leave behind anything made from wood,"" Tonwit said, ""dryads are very sensitive about that sort of thing."" Leading her to the western part of the island, in a grassy knoll, he introduced the captain, ""Captain Beardblack, this is Greenblossom. Greenblossom, this is Captain Beardblack. He would like to be your suitor.""<br/><br/>""Well, we'll see about that,"" Greenblossom replied, eyeing the captain, ""so what are you doing here on Idrra?""</div></blockquote><br/>Captain Beardblack stood proudly with proper posture and made eye contact with Greenblossom. He responded ""My men and I have come here to create a map of this island, sketching and writing whatever we need for the knowledge of our people. I, of course, lead the men on this expedition, as I am the captain. They look up to me and follow my orders. In return, I make sure they don't fall off a cliff or wander into a tiger's mouth.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Such a noble idea!"" Greenblossom exclaimed, ""we have a group of elves sailing to their homeland for a short visit. Idrraeans are not as great a seafaring people. If there is a need for sailing, they trade us for our branches, which are used to make rafts. The rafts are pulled by the merpeople's trained dolphins, which are rented for a price. I understand that you want to court me."" In jest, she continued, ""Should we get married tonight or in the morning?"" She was obviously taken by the brave captain.<br/>Meanwhile, Tonwit had gathered up those willing to go-mostly young folks, with the exception of the Centaurs, who lived to be hundreds of years old-and sometimes even thousands. Fourteen Centaurs, a couple of big cats, one or two Great Fairies, and four elves volunteered to join in."
15437,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=275,2015-01-06T18:14:00,New Abrahammia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Osnil <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23050483#p23050483"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23048950#p23048950"">wrote</a>:</cite>Captain Beardblack stood proudly with proper posture and made eye contact with Greenblossom. He responded ""My men and I have come here to create a map of this island, sketching and writing whatever we need for the knowledge of our people. I, of course, lead the men on this expedition, as I am the captain. They look up to me and follow my orders. In return, I make sure they don't fall off a cliff or wander into a tiger's mouth.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Such a noble idea!"" Greenblossom exclaimed, ""we have a group of elves sailing to their homeland for a short visit. Idrraeans are not as great a seafaring people. If there is a need for sailing, they trade us for our branches, which are used to make rafts. The rafts are pulled by the merpeople's trained dolphins, which are rented for a price. I understand that you want to court me."" In jest, she continued, ""Should we get married tonight or in the morning?"" She was obviously taken by the brave captain.<br/>Meanwhile, Tonwit had gathered up those willing to go-mostly young folks, with the exception of the Centaurs, who lived to be hundreds of years old-and sometimes even thousands. Fourteen Centaurs, a couple of big cats, one or two Great Fairies, and four elves volunteered to join in.</div></blockquote><br/>The captain's eyes dilated, as he was very suprised by how easily he was able to court Greenblossom. ""Should we not set up a formal wedding before we get married? I know that we should waste no time before doing so, but creating a nice wedding would take more than a day. Do you know where we can find a wedding planner? I believe my men can set up the place after all of the planning is finished. Or we could skip all that and have a swift, unelaborate marriage. I will leave this decision for you to decide."""
15438,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=300,2015-01-06T18:21:00,Osnil,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23050850#p23050850"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Osnil <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23050483#p23050483"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Such a noble idea!"" Greenblossom exclaimed, ""we have a group of elves sailing to their homeland for a short visit. Idrraeans are not as great a seafaring people. If there is a need for sailing, they trade us for our branches, which are used to make rafts. The rafts are pulled by the merpeople's trained dolphins, which are rented for a price. I understand that you want to court me."" In jest, she continued, ""Should we get married tonight or in the morning?"" She was obviously taken by the brave captain.<br/>Meanwhile, Tonwit had gathered up those willing to go-mostly young folks, with the exception of the Centaurs, who lived to be hundreds of years old-and sometimes even thousands. Fourteen Centaurs, a couple of big cats, one or two Great Fairies, and four elves volunteered to join in.</div></blockquote><br/>The captain's eyes dilated, as he was very suprised by how easily he was able to court Greenblossom. ""Should we not set up a formal wedding before we get married? I know that we should waste no time before doing so, but creating a nice wedding would take more than a day. Do you know where we can find a wedding planner? I believe my men can set up the place after all of the planning is finished. Or we could skip all that and have a swift, unelaborate marriage. I will leave this decision for you to decide.""</div></blockquote><br/>""We will have the wedding once you return from the Gates of Hell,"" Greenblossom replied, ""so stay safe."" Her eyes twinkled as she said this. She then offered him an orange from her tree."
15439,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=300,2015-01-07T10:45:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Bruun, Imperial Kylantha</span></span></div><br/>It was two days after Airdan was buried, yet he was still not forgotten. He would never be forgotten. By the Empress Dowager and her children, most especially. It took her a few moments to realize that someone had entered hers and Airdan's room, now an office. The chair in which she sat used to be Airdan's and it pained her to know that he would never sit here again.<br/><br/>""Good afternoon, High King."" she greeted Lakrir, though somewhat monotonously. ""It's... Just a gloomy day like any other."" the Empress Dowager glanced out the open doors leading onto the balcony that overlooked the courtyards. This was where Taero had been hanged only a few days before. After her husband's burial, Myriani felt different. There wasn't too much of a change. It was very simple. For once in her entire life, she felt<span style=""font-style: italic"">hate</span>. Hate of the purest kind. Hate for the rat who took her love away from her, and from her children. If she could kill him again, she would... She would make Taero suffer.<br/><br/>""I assume... That's what you were going to show me."" she looked down at the draft that the High King carried. She assumed that he and Airdan had agreed on it back at Arbamthaz. Myriani gave a sigh and mentally asked for a quill. It appeared in her hand. So did a small bowl with ink inside of it. She had not shown anyone outside of Bruun before, but she could use a small amount of magic. Not for combat, but for convenience. Her mother had taught her."
15440,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=300,2015-01-07T13:54:00,New Abrahammia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Osnil <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23050925#p23050925"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23050850#p23050850"">wrote</a>:</cite>The captain's eyes dilated, as he was very suprised by how easily he was able to court Greenblossom. ""Should we not set up a formal wedding before we get married? I know that we should waste no time before doing so, but creating a nice wedding would take more than a day. Do you know where we can find a wedding planner? I believe my men can set up the place after all of the planning is finished. Or we could skip all that and have a swift, unelaborate marriage. I will leave this decision for you to decide.""</div></blockquote><br/>""We will have the wedding once you return from the Gates of Hell,"" Greenblossom replied, ""so stay safe."" Her eyes twinkled as she said this. She then offered him an orange from her tree.</div></blockquote><br/>""Alright, it's a deal. I shall return shortly."" Captain Beardblack walked back to his crew confidently and bursted into a full sprint as soon as she was out of sight. He returned to his men, now very out of breath. ""Guys, we… need… to go... Now!""<br/>One of his crew said ""Captain, do you need a minute to rest before we-""<br/>""No! We have to get to the center of the island now! Get your stuff and hurry!"" The men grabbed their stuff in a helter skelter manner. The men hurried out carrying large, stuffed backpacks. The captain did not carry one of these bags. He only carried a sword in his hand for defense and to show superiority. The men hurried into the forest, some of them tripping occasionally. This was followed by the other men not helping him up, but instead just passing them. It was up to those that tripped to make it back to the group. Under other circumstances, they would have stopped and helped him up, but the captain was trying to finish this mission as fast as possible. They did make it back to the group, just a little more out of breath. The captain didn't rush off away from them, even though he could because of his lack of pack. This was mostly due to him probably needing them once he gets there. They hurried like for a couple miles. After that, he decided to stop to let the men pant for a few minutes, then start to move average walking speed."
15441,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=300,2015-01-07T14:19:00,Osnil,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23058786#p23058786"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Osnil <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23050925#p23050925"">wrote</a>:</cite>""We will have the wedding once you return from the Gates of Hell,"" Greenblossom replied, ""so stay safe."" Her eyes twinkled as she said this. She then offered him an orange from her tree.</div></blockquote><br/>""Alright, it's a deal. I shall return shortly."" Captain Beardblack walked back to his crew confidently and bursted into a full sprint as soon as she was out of sight. He returned to his men, now very out of breath. ""Guys, we… need… to go... Now!"" <br/>One of his crew said ""Captain, do you need a minute to rest before we-""<br/>""No! We have to get to the center of the island now! Get your stuff and hurry!"" The men grabbed their stuff in a helter skelter manner. The men hurried out carrying large, stuffed backpacks. The captain did not carry one of these bags. He only carried a sword in his hand for defense and to show superiority. The men hurried into the forest, some of them tripping occasionally. This was followed by the other men not helping him up, but instead just passing them. It was up to those that tripped to make it back to the group. Under other circumstances, they would have stopped and helped him up, but the captain was trying to finish this mission as fast as possible. They did make it back to the group, just a little more out of breath. The captain didn't rush off away from them, even though he could because of his lack of pack. This was mostly due to him probably needing them once he gets there. They hurried like for a couple miles. After that, he decided to stop to let the men pant for a few minutes, then start to move average walking speed.</div></blockquote><br/>Tonwit met Beardblack shortly afterwards. ""How was your date?"" he asked Beardblack. He understood from Greenblossom that it had gone quite well. She had told Tonwit that if Beardblack survives going through the Gates of Hell, she would marry him. Smoke loomed in front of him. He shuddered. Hell was not the place for an angel."
15442,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=300,2015-01-07T14:44:00,New Abrahammia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Osnil <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23059125#p23059125"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23058786#p23058786"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Alright, it's a deal. I shall return shortly."" Captain Beardblack walked back to his crew confidently and bursted into a full sprint as soon as she was out of sight. He returned to his men, now very out of breath. ""Guys, we… need… to go... Now!"" <br/>One of his crew said ""Captain, do you need a minute to rest before we-""<br/>""No! We have to get to the center of the island now! Get your stuff and hurry!"" The men grabbed their stuff in a helter skelter manner. The men hurried out carrying large, stuffed backpacks. The captain did not carry one of these bags. He only carried a sword in his hand for defense and to show superiority. The men hurried into the forest, some of them tripping occasionally. This was followed by the other men not helping him up, but instead just passing them. It was up to those that tripped to make it back to the group. Under other circumstances, they would have stopped and helped him up, but the captain was trying to finish this mission as fast as possible. They did make it back to the group, just a little more out of breath. The captain didn't rush off away from them, even though he could because of his lack of pack. This was mostly due to him probably needing them once he gets there. They hurried like for a couple miles. After that, he decided to stop to let the men pant for a few minutes, then start to move average walking speed.</div></blockquote><br/>Tonwit met Beardblack shortly afterwards. ""How was your date?"" he asked Beardblack. He understood from Greenblossom that it had gone quite well. She had told Tonwit that if Beardblack survives going through the Gates of Hell, she would marry him. Smoke loomed in front of him. He shuddered. Hell was not the place for an angel.</div></blockquote><br/>Beardblack said to the men ""Alright, men. Catch your breath. Hmm, how do we get inside? I assume such evil, sinister beings wouldn't leave the gate unlocked. We have to be swift in case we have to run away from something really fast, so take only your weapons inside. We need someone to guard our non-weapons that we leave outside, so we now draw straws to see who doesn't get to go inside."" The men all grab a straw, making one of Beardblack's crew stay outside.<br/><br/>Captain Beardblack looks at the gate, thinking. ""Maybe we could throw a grapple onto the top. Then, we can climb the rope and get to the other side. Yeah, let's do that."" Captain Beardblack grabs a grapple and tosses it to the top of the gate. He then climbs to the top of the rope and, instead of going down right away, he looks around what is apparently hell."
15443,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=300,2015-01-07T17:17:00,Osnil,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23059399#p23059399"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Osnil <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23059125#p23059125"">wrote</a>:</cite>Tonwit met Beardblack shortly afterwards. ""How was your date?"" he asked Beardblack. He understood from Greenblossom that it had gone quite well. She had told Tonwit that if Beardblack survives going through the Gates of Hell, she would marry him. Smoke loomed in front of him. He shuddered. Hell was not the place for an angel.</div></blockquote><br/>Beardblack said to the men ""Alright, men. Catch your breath. Hmm, how do we get inside? I assume such evil, sinister beings wouldn't leave the gate unlocked. We have to be swift in case we have to run away from something really fast, so take only your weapons inside. We need someone to guard our non-weapons that we leave outside, so we now draw straws to see who doesn't get to go inside."" The men all grab a straw, making one of Beardblack's crew stay outside. <br/><br/>Captain Beardblack looks at the gate, thinking. ""Maybe we could throw a grapple onto the top. Then, we can climb the rope and get to the other side. Yeah, let's do that."" Captain Beardblack grabs a grapple and tosses it to the top of the gate. He then climbs to the top of the rope and, instead of going down right away, he looks around what is apparently hell.</div></blockquote><br/>Tonwit easily flew over the gates, but his centaurs pushed the gates open. Once everyone got in safely, the gates shut behind them with a loud clang. Rushing back, they find the gates locked, with skeleton creatures approaching. They cracked their whips at the group. Tonwit fired his bow at the leader. It didn't seem to do anything to it. It said, ""You fools are now guests of hell! Behold your new home."" Fire spouted from the ground near them. Tonwit unsheathed his sword and ordered a charge. The skeletons soon fell prey to the bite of the dog, the magic of the Centaur, and the sword of the angel."
15444,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=300,2015-01-07T18:01:00,New Abrahammia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Osnil <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23061158#p23061158"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23059399#p23059399"">wrote</a>:</cite>Beardblack said to the men ""Alright, men. Catch your breath. Hmm, how do we get inside? I assume such evil, sinister beings wouldn't leave the gate unlocked. We have to be swift in case we have to run away from something really fast, so take only your weapons inside. We need someone to guard our non-weapons that we leave outside, so we now draw straws to see who doesn't get to go inside."" The men all grab a straw, making one of Beardblack's crew stay outside. <br/><br/>Captain Beardblack looks at the gate, thinking. ""Maybe we could throw a grapple onto the top. Then, we can climb the rope and get to the other side. Yeah, let's do that."" Captain Beardblack grabs a grapple and tosses it to the top of the gate. He then climbs to the top of the rope and, instead of going down right away, he looks around what is apparently hell.</div></blockquote><br/>Tonwit easily flew over the gates, but his centaurs pushed the gates open. Once everyone got in safely, the gates shut behind them with a loud clang. Rushing back, they find the gates locked, with skeleton creatures approaching. They cracked their whips at the group. Tonwit fired his bow at the leader. It didn't seem to do anything to it. It said, ""You fools are now guests of hell! Behold your new home."" Fire spouted from the ground near them. Tonwit unsheathed his sword and ordered a charge. The skeletons soon fell prey to the bite of the dog, the magic of the Centaur, and the sword of the angel.</div></blockquote><br/>Another man through another grapple over the wall so that the men would have a way to escape. Captain Beardblack speaks to the man outside, ""Josh, I need paper to write the map. Hand me up a piece of paper and some writing tools. An inkwell in a capped jar and a feather pen will do nicely."" After the man hands the stuff to Captain Beardblack, he then begins to point to 3 of his men. ""You, you, and you hold one of these items in your pocket. You may need to fold the paper to make it fit in your pocket. Now, we explore. Alright; Tonwit and his men, we'll need you to escort is through here. Judging by how well you took out those demon scum, I believe you are best suited for this job. We'll watch your back."""
15445,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=300,2015-01-07T18:12:00,Osnil,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23061655#p23061655"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Osnil <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23061158#p23061158"">wrote</a>:</cite>Tonwit easily flew over the gates, but his centaurs pushed the gates open. Once everyone got in safely, the gates shut behind them with a loud clang. Rushing back, they find the gates locked, with skeleton creatures approaching. They cracked their whips at the group. Tonwit fired his bow at the leader. It didn't seem to do anything to it. It said, ""You fools are now guests of hell! Behold your new home."" Fire spouted from the ground near them. Tonwit unsheathed his sword and ordered a charge. The skeletons soon fell prey to the bite of the dog, the magic of the Centaur, and the sword of the angel.</div></blockquote><br/>Another man through another grapple over the wall so that the men would have a way to escape. Captain Beardblack speaks to the man outside, ""Josh, I need paper to write the map. Hand me up a piece of paper and some writing tools. An inkwell in a capped jar and a feather pen will do nicely."" After the man hands the stuff to Captain Beardblack, he then begins to point to 3 of his men. ""You, you, and you hold one of these items in your pocket. You may need to fold the paper to make it fit in your pocket. Now, we explore. Alright; Tonwit and his men, we'll need you to escort is through here. Judging by how well you took out those demon scum, I believe you are best suited for this job. We'll watch your back.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Got it,"" Tonwit replied, swinging his sword at yet another skeleton. But their troubles were just beginning, for as they went further and further into the deep, they heard screaming. More skeletons with whips attacked, but they were quickly subdued. The heat was almost unbearable. As they reached the center of the screaming, they saw a beast, gigantic, on four legs, with horns. It was tormenting some unfortunate fairies that had been unlucky enough to wander into the depths. Tonwit pulled out his bow and fired at the creature. The arrow bounced off, as the monster scanned the area for his prey. ""Viridi destroyed you long ago!"" Tonwit exclaimed, ""it can't be!"""
15446,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=300,2015-01-07T18:43:00,New Abrahammia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Osnil <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23061780#p23061780"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23061655#p23061655"">wrote</a>:</cite>Another man through another grapple over the wall so that the men would have a way to escape. Captain Beardblack speaks to the man outside, ""Josh, I need paper to write the map. Hand me up a piece of paper and some writing tools. An inkwell in a capped jar and a feather pen will do nicely."" After the man hands the stuff to Captain Beardblack, he then begins to point to 3 of his men. ""You, you, and you hold one of these items in your pocket. You may need to fold the paper to make it fit in your pocket. Now, we explore. Alright; Tonwit and his men, we'll need you to escort is through here. Judging by how well you took out those demon scum, I believe you are best suited for this job. We'll watch your back.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Got it,"" Tonwit replied, swinging his sword at yet another skeleton. But their troubles were just beginning, for as they went further and further into the deep, they heard screaming. More skeletons with whips attacked, but they were quickly subdued. The heat was almost unbearable. As they reached the center of the screaming, they saw a beast, gigantic, on four legs, with horns. It was tormenting some unfortunate fairies that had been unlucky enough to wander into the depths. Tonwit pulled out his bow and fired at the creature. The arrow bounced off, as the monster scanned the area for his prey. ""Viridi destroyed you long ago!"" Tonwit exclaimed, ""it can't be!""</div></blockquote><br/>Captain Beardblack shouted ""Yo, fuck this! Let's get out of here! We've seen enough!"" The captain ran away, leading his men to the gate. They were going to climb the rope to get out of hell, then climb the first rope thrown to get out of hell. Captain Beardblack planned to leave Tonwit and his crew behind, as they thought that whatever they did would be righteous. Beardblack says to the men as they ran ""Once we get out of here, we'll walk around the gate, get a feel for the shape and size of hell, and sketch the insides randomly. No one will venture here to disprove us."""
15447,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=300,2015-01-07T18:49:00,Harndar,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">UDKG, Palace of Alron</span><br/>Goran grew tired of the quarreling of of the lords, "" EVERYONE SHUT UP!"" he yelled, ending their hated looks at one another,"" Everyone go back to your kingdoms and think of a choice between leaving Europe alone, or try and join the conflict?!"" Each lord nodded, and exited the Palace of Alron, before exchanging glares of death. Goran put his hand on his face. ""In the name of Mahal, This is harder than I thought."" He said, rubbing his forehead.""It's gonna take a miracle to makes these lords work together, how did my ancestor unite this divided land anyway?"" He got up, and took a stroll out on the walls of his kingdom, wondering how did his great uncle, Trobo Swordbane pass it down on him. He hated him when he passed the crown to him, his nephew and not his sons instead, all he wanted was to live a life with no trouble, but being a lord was far from peace. He did not understand why his great uncle chose him, all that his great uncle said that, "" He is strong, He well make a great ruler."" then took his last breath and died. Goran sighed walking along the walls, hoping to find a reason for being lord."
15448,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=300,2015-01-07T19:09:00,Osnil,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23062139#p23062139"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Osnil <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23061780#p23061780"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Got it,"" Tonwit replied, swinging his sword at yet another skeleton. But their troubles were just beginning, for as they went further and further into the deep, they heard screaming. More skeletons with whips attacked, but they were quickly subdued. The heat was almost unbearable. As they reached the center of the screaming, they saw a beast, gigantic, on four legs, with horns. It was tormenting some unfortunate fairies that had been unlucky enough to wander into the depths. Tonwit pulled out his bow and fired at the creature. The arrow bounced off, as the monster scanned the area for his prey. ""Viridi destroyed you long ago!"" Tonwit exclaimed, ""it can't be!""</div></blockquote><br/>Captain Beardblack shouted ""Yo, fuck this! Let's get out of here! We've seen enough!"" The captain ran away, leading his men to the gate. They were going to climb the rope to get out of hell, then climb the first rope thrown to get out of hell. Captain Beardblack planned to leave Tonwit and his crew behind, as they thought that whatever they did would be righteous. Beardblack says to the men as they ran ""Once we get out of here, we'll walk around the gate, get a feel for the shape and size of hell, and sketch the insides randomly. No one will venture here to disprove us.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Cowards,"" Tonwit muttered, as he charged the monster. He would end Viridi's war-the war that sent her into the heavens forever. Flying to the top of the beast's head, Tonwit struck a mighty blow so mighty that the island shook. The beast had died. Two of the skeletons, running away, were grabbed by the Centaurs, ""What was that doing here?""<br/><br/>""Master is dead!"" the skeleton howled. More skeletons followed, surrounding the party. The Centaur conjured up a spell, and the skeletons were lost a gigantic tidal waves.<br/><br/>""There's nowhere to go but onward,"" Tonwit said. He couldn't believe that the Captain had left him. He went further into the tunnel. More skeletons were quickly disposed of. Finally, at the bottom, there stood a figure. It wore a dark hood and held a golden staff with a red orb glowing inside. He was a Necromancer. Around it's neck was a key on a chain.<br/><br/>""The way out is by fighting me,"" the figure laughed, ""many fools have tried, but no one has defeated me. They say that when man enters the island I will be defeated, but seeing that men are cowards, that prophecy is inexistent.""<br/><br/>""There are ten of us and one of you,"" Tonwit said, ""and I, for one will take pleasure in destroying the last of the Necromancers of Idrra."" Raising his sword, Tonwit charged at the Necromancer. The Necromancer laughed, ""You'll have to do far better than that to beat me."" With a blast of energy, Tonwit was sent sprawling to the ground. The dogs growled and ran towards the Necromancer. The Necromancer turned himself into the most powerful being of all-a tunnel dragon. Black scales covered his body. Spikes ran along his back. And his tail-his tail was the longest tail ever seen, and it had a triangle on the end. The centaurs raised their spears and charged, aiming directly at the weak spot on its chest. The tail swung out, and the Centaurs, too fell to the ground. With a mighty blast of fire, the two Greater Fairies were incinerated-not dead but close. The last fairy, a Lesser Fairy named Ashley, flew away. The Necromancer pursued her, ""Where do you think you're going? I have a nice glass bottle for you."" Finally reaching the Captain, she said, ""Captain, hurry, kill the dragon with your sword. In the center of his chest is a weak point with no scale. Slay it, and you will be the Hero of Idrra. It was prophesied long ago that a man would come to the island-a man who would destroy Hell and restore peace. He would be a leader. That man is you."""
15449,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=300,2015-01-07T19:25:00,New Abrahammia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Osnil <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23062539#p23062539"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23062139#p23062139"">wrote</a>:</cite>Captain Beardblack shouted ""Yo, fuck this! Let's get out of here! We've seen enough!"" The captain ran away, leading his men to the gate. They were going to climb the rope to get out of hell, then climb the first rope thrown to get out of hell. Captain Beardblack planned to leave Tonwit and his crew behind, as they thought that whatever they did would be righteous. Beardblack says to the men as they ran ""Once we get out of here, we'll walk around the gate, get a feel for the shape and size of hell, and sketch the insides randomly. No one will venture here to disprove us.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Cowards,"" Tonwit muttered, as he charged the monster. He would end Viridi's war-the war that sent her into the heavens forever. Flying to the top of the beast's head, Tonwit struck a mighty blow so mighty that the island shook. The beast had died. Two of the skeletons, running away, were grabbed by the Centaurs, ""What was that doing here?""<br/><br/>""Master is dead!"" the skeleton howled. More skeletons followed, surrounding the party. The Centaur conjured up a spell, and the skeletons were lost a gigantic tidal waves.<br/><br/>""There's nowhere to go but onward,"" Tonwit said. He couldn't believe that the Captain had left him. He went further into the tunnel. More skeletons were quickly disposed of. Finally, at the bottom, there stood a figure. It wore a dark hood and held a golden staff with a red orb glowing inside. He was a Necromancer. Around it's neck was a key on a chain.<br/><br/>""The way out is by fighting me,"" the figure laughed, ""many fools have tried, but no one has defeated me. They say that when man enters the island I will be defeated, but seeing that men are cowards, that prophecy is inexistent.""<br/><br/>""There are ten of us and one of you,"" Tonwit said, ""and I, for one will take pleasure in destroying the last of the Necromancers of Idrra."" Raising his sword, Tonwit charged at the Necromancer. The Necromancer laughed, ""You'll have to do far better than that to beat me."" With a blast of energy, Tonwit was sent sprawling to the ground. The dogs growled and ran towards the Necromancer. The Necromancer turned himself into the most powerful being of all-a tunnel dragon. Black scales covered his body. Spikes ran along his back. And his tail-his tail was the longest tail ever seen, and it had a triangle on the end. The centaurs raised their spears and charged, aiming directly at the weak spot on its chest. The tail swung out, and the Centaurs, too fell to the ground. With a mighty blast of fire, the two Greater Fairies were incinerated-not dead but close. The last fairy, a Lesser Fairy named Ashley, flew away. The Necromancer pursued her, ""Where do you think you're going? I have a nice glass bottle for you."" Finally reaching the Captain, she said, ""Captain, hurry, kill the dragon with your sword. In the center of his chest is a weak point with no scale. Slay it, and you will be the Hero of Idrra. It was prophesied long ago that a man would come to the island-a man who would destroy Hell and restore peace. He would be a leader. That man is you.""</div></blockquote><br/>The captain said stopped and said to the fairy in a proud, yet somewhat reluctant way, ""Alright. I'll do it."" The captain then marched back to the building, obviously scared. His crew nervously followed him. He then barely saw the dragon from a distance. He then said ""On second thought…"" he then ran from the dragon. His men followed him away, also seeming scared. ""I am not dying today, fairy! I've got a fiancé to marry and a lot of rum to drink! I'll be very happy if Tonwit slays the dragon and becomes leader and hero, but it won't be me. Besides, what are the odds of me not being reduced to ash? One in two? Forget that."" He continued running to the gate."
15450,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=300,2015-01-07T19:43:00,Glajinard,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Brunn, Imperial Kylantha</span><br/><br/>Lakrir was glad that Myriani had signed the decree without protest. It was simply what he and Airdan had agreed to, and he had not expected any disagreement with the Empress,<span style=""font-style: italic"">but the best laid plans of mice and men often go awry</span>. He was impressed by Myriani's apparent magical skill. The only magical arts practiced by dwarves were astrology, alchemy, and theurgy. However, they considered these to be Natural Philosophy, a scientific effort. Magic such as that practiced by elves, or apparently Ashryn, was not usually in the ability of dwarves.<br/><br/>""Thank you for signing the decree, I'm sure it will be implemented forthwith. Additionally I wanted to discuss an alliance. I can assure you that the High Court would approve an alliance between us, if either of us is attacked we will consider it an attack on us both. I propose that the treaty be binding for fifty years before we have to reconsider it."""
15451,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=300,2015-01-08T07:37:00,Osnil,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23062755#p23062755"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Osnil <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23062539#p23062539"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Cowards,"" Tonwit muttered, as he charged the monster. He would end Viridi's war-the war that sent her into the heavens forever. Flying to the top of the beast's head, Tonwit struck a mighty blow so mighty that the island shook. The beast had died. Two of the skeletons, running away, were grabbed by the Centaurs, ""What was that doing here?""<br/><br/>""Master is dead!"" the skeleton howled. More skeletons followed, surrounding the party. The Centaur conjured up a spell, and the skeletons were lost a gigantic tidal waves.<br/><br/>""There's nowhere to go but onward,"" Tonwit said. He couldn't believe that the Captain had left him. He went further into the tunnel. More skeletons were quickly disposed of. Finally, at the bottom, there stood a figure. It wore a dark hood and held a golden staff with a red orb glowing inside. He was a Necromancer. Around it's neck was a key on a chain.<br/><br/>""The way out is by fighting me,"" the figure laughed, ""many fools have tried, but no one has defeated me. They say that when man enters the island I will be defeated, but seeing that men are cowards, that prophecy is inexistent.""<br/><br/>""There are ten of us and one of you,"" Tonwit said, ""and I, for one will take pleasure in destroying the last of the Necromancers of Idrra."" Raising his sword, Tonwit charged at the Necromancer. The Necromancer laughed, ""You'll have to do far better than that to beat me."" With a blast of energy, Tonwit was sent sprawling to the ground. The dogs growled and ran towards the Necromancer. The Necromancer turned himself into the most powerful being of all-a tunnel dragon. Black scales covered his body. Spikes ran along his back. And his tail-his tail was the longest tail ever seen, and it had a triangle on the end. The centaurs raised their spears and charged, aiming directly at the weak spot on its chest. The tail swung out, and the Centaurs, too fell to the ground. With a mighty blast of fire, the two Greater Fairies were incinerated-not dead but close. The last fairy, a Lesser Fairy named Ashley, flew away. The Necromancer pursued her, ""Where do you think you're going? I have a nice glass bottle for you."" Finally reaching the Captain, she said, ""Captain, hurry, kill the dragon with your sword. In the center of his chest is a weak point with no scale. Slay it, and you will be the Hero of Idrra. It was prophesied long ago that a man would come to the island-a man who would destroy Hell and restore peace. He would be a leader. That man is you.""</div></blockquote><br/>The captain said stopped and said to the fairy in a proud, yet somewhat reluctant way, ""Alright. I'll do it."" The captain then marched back to the building, obviously scared. His crew nervously followed him. He then barely saw the dragon from a distance. He then said ""On second thought…"" he then ran from the dragon. His men followed him away, also seeming scared. ""I am not dying today, fairy! I've got a fiancé to marry and a lot of rum to drink! I'll be very happy if Tonwit slays the dragon and becomes leader and hero, but it won't be me. Besides, what are the odds of me not being reduced to ash? One in two? Forget that."" He continued running to the gate.</div></blockquote><br/>""Do it for Greenblossom,"" Ashley replied, ""the dragon himself is afraid of humans."" ""Afraid?"" a voice mocked back, ""I think not. Humans are proud, foolish cowards."" The Dragon quickly bypassed them and flew over the gate, barring them from getting out. Transforming back into the Necromancer, he whipped out a sword and said, ""Face me now in a duel! You win; you leave. I win; you all get tormented forever."" He unlocked the gates before cutting the grappling hooks. ""Well, Captain Coward?"" asked the Necromancer."
15452,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=300,2015-01-08T10:09:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Bruun, Imperial Kylantha</span></span></div><br/>At the mention of an alliance between Glajinard and Kylantha, Myriani seemed to cheer up a little. Peace between her nation and the dwarves' nation was something she had yearned for, long before Airdan became her husband. The Assembly would most likely not approve of this, consisting mostly of generals who fought the first great war, but being the Empress Dowager, her will was to be honored. Besides, this was what Airdan would have wanted. She had seen hatred in him, but it was easily quelled.<br/><br/>""An alliance... Between Kylantha and Glajinard. Yes, I'd like that. The Imperial Assembly may not approve of this, but the Emperor or Empress' decision is always final. And I assure you, that I will agree to this."" said Myriani firmly. Both the quill and the bowl of ink faded into mists. ""And in addition to the creation of a sovereign Venali state, why don't we allow their people to choose a name for their new home as well?"" she then suggested, smiling a little bit.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Kejserliga Fästning, Bruun, Imperial Kylantha</span></span></div><br/>As his mother had asked, Kelvhan Miirphys stayed in the Imperial Fort outside the walls of Bruun. It was more heavily defended than the Bruun Palace itself, being the home of Airdan's family. The boy stood beneath a painting that was hung only three hours ago. It came after two others. The first he recognized as his great-grandfather who he'd never even met, and the second he knew as his grandfather, Galather Miirphys. In the third painting was his father. He looked youngest, simply because he was. His father was the first Emperor to die at 16 years of age. Still struck by this, Kelvhan sighed.<br/><br/>He had been like this ever since he heard of what had happened to the young man that he had looked up to all his life. Though he was only 16 years-old, he was a decent father and a decent Emperor as well, even more after what he did to that old crook, Taero. Kelvhan knew he would hate that man all his life. Little did he know that the adviser's bastard son was in the fort itself, watching him very closely. This boy was the child of Emperor Airdan, who had killed his father two days ago.<br/>Kelvhan bowed his head and closed his eyes for a few minutes. Before he left, he touched the painting of his father.<br/><br/>Knowing that the new Emperor would be in his quarters, the man, Taero's son, prepared a little drink for him. He had been a servant in this fort for quite a long time now, though Airdan had never been informed. On a golden tray was a goblet made of silver, embedded with red gems. Airdan used to drink from this goblet, but no longer. Kelvhan was now the rightful Emperor, so he immediately inherited everything that his father used to own. Though he wouldn't last long, either. The man produced a vial with a blue liquid contained inside of it. He flipped the cap and allowed for one drop to spread into the drink, causing it to turn bright green for a moment before it once again became transparent. When the steward for Kelvhan served this to him, the boy would die a slow and agonizing death as the liquid would slowly consume his insides.<br/><br/>Completely unaware was the youngest Emperor of Kylantha yet, Kelvhan. As the man expected, he was in the Emperor's quarters, sitting in his father's bed, now his. He clenched his fists tightly as he silently vowed that he would be just as good of an Emperor as his father. His mother had already told him of his new responsibility, and he accepted it for the sake of his father. He was probably very proud of him at this moment. His thoughts were interrupted as a young Ashryn stepped into the room with the tray in his hands. he bowed low before proceeding. Kelvhan watched as the steward set the goblet and loaf onto the bedside table, followed by a bowl with spices for the bread. Before leaving the steward bowed again, and Kelvhan waved him out, like his father taught him several months ago.<br/><br/>The first thing Kelvhan decided to consume was the drink. His throat was dry. He hadn't had a drink since he'd been staring at his father's picture for over half-an-hour. He took the goblet by the neck and drew it close to his nose, smelling it. Just like any other juice, though it looked slightly off. Perhaps not enough fruit had been squeezed for it. Nonetheless, it was still a drink. Just as Kelvhan put the goblet to his lips, one of his twin sisters pranced into the room and grabbed the edge of his tunic. He placed the drink down so as not to spill it.<br/><br/>""Come, come, brother! The whitehorns are in the yard!"" said Calonia enthusiastically, tugging at Kelvhan. She pointed for the door where her twin sister, Clymenti poked her head out. She was grinning as she waved her brother over. Cheered up by his sisters' presence, he set his food aside and followed them. He could eat later. The man had no idea that after Kelvhan left, the drink was discarded when one of the guards who drank it suddenly fell and died..."
15453,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=300,2015-01-08T12:31:00,New Abrahammia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Osnil <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23066505#p23066505"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23062755#p23062755"">wrote</a>:</cite>The captain said stopped and said to the fairy in a proud, yet somewhat reluctant way, ""Alright. I'll do it."" The captain then marched back to the building, obviously scared. His crew nervously followed him. He then barely saw the dragon from a distance. He then said ""On second thought…"" he then ran from the dragon. His men followed him away, also seeming scared. ""I am not dying today, fairy! I've got a fiancé to marry and a lot of rum to drink! I'll be very happy if Tonwit slays the dragon and becomes leader and hero, but it won't be me. Besides, what are the odds of me not being reduced to ash? One in two? Forget that."" He continued running to the gate.</div></blockquote><br/>""Do it for Greenblossom,"" Ashley replied, ""the dragon himself is afraid of humans."" ""Afraid?"" a voice mocked back, ""I think not. Humans are proud, foolish cowards."" The Dragon quickly bypassed them and flew over the gate, barring them from getting out. Transforming back into the Necromancer, he whipped out a sword and said, ""Face me now in a duel! You win; you leave. I win; you all get tormented forever."" He unlocked the gates before cutting the grappling hooks. ""Well, Captain Coward?"" asked the Necromancer.</div></blockquote><br/>The men looked at Captain Beardblack. Beardblack said ""Alright, men, huddle up."" They get together and he continues. ""Alright, here's the plan. You all throw your swords at once. One of them is bound to hit him. If that doesn't work, I'll figure something out."" The men then seperate about a meter between eachother and hold their swords behind their heads. Using this leverage, they fling their swords at the necromancer."
15454,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=300,2015-01-08T19:12:00,Glajinard,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Brunn, Imperial Kylantha</span><br/><br/>""Sometimes I envy you Empress,"" said Lakrir, with a small laugh, ""being able to overrule your assembly. The High Court can be...<span style=""font-style: italic"">difficult </span>at times."" Several instances jumped to his mind where precious time had been lost in High Court meetings, or things had failed to go the way he thought best due to a vote going against him. The High Court was an important part of Glajinard's feudal system, restraining excesses of royal authority and giving voice to the various sections of society. However, it all too often became an arena for feuding nobles, ambitious politicians, and illogical opinions.<br/><br/>""As far as the name of the Venali homeland, I completely agree. ""Venali Republic"" will be a provisional name, when the government is formed they can change it if they wish. Speaking of the Venali, most, if not all, of the population will be recently freed slaves. They will have no experience with governing. I believe we will need to give them a bit of a guiding hand at first, I suggest we promote a government like the Venali in Glajinard have. Small villages, each with an elected council. The village councils, in turn, elect representatives for a High Council, which will be the leadership of the Venali."""
15455,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=300,2015-01-09T04:21:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Bruun, Imperial Kylantha</span></span></div><br/>The Empress couldn't help but smile and giggle a little bit. This would be the first time she'd done that in two days. She wondered as well why the High King would put up with such opposition if he could simply disband the High Court and make his own decisions supreme. Though that probably wasn't acceptable to dwarves. The Ashryn however, seemed content with the current system. Only the members of the Imperial Assembly were often irritated by this law and constantly wished for it to be revoked and forgotten. But neither Airdan nor his predecessors ever did that.<br/><br/>To the next thing that Lakrir said, Myriani gasped and covered her mouth with one hand. ""There are villages of Venali in Glajinard?.."" She said, unsure of why she'd never heard of it. Apparently, Airdan didn't know either. But his father did. Galather knew, of course. Because he was the only Kylanthan Emperor who declared war on Glajinard so far. Myriani seemed to be in deep thought for a moment before she regained her composure and nodded again, completely agreeing.<br/><br/>""Yes, that would work... I'm not sure what we can teach them regarding politics, though... Kylantha is an Empire, after all. The last thing we want is another slave crisis..."""
15456,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=300,2015-01-09T12:19:00,Osnil,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23068740#p23068740"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Osnil <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23066505#p23066505"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Do it for Greenblossom,"" Ashley replied, ""the dragon himself is afraid of humans."" ""Afraid?"" a voice mocked back, ""I think not. Humans are proud, foolish cowards."" The Dragon quickly bypassed them and flew over the gate, barring them from getting out. Transforming back into the Necromancer, he whipped out a sword and said, ""Face me now in a duel! You win; you leave. I win; you all get tormented forever."" He unlocked the gates before cutting the grappling hooks. ""Well, Captain Coward?"" asked the Necromancer.</div></blockquote><br/>The men looked at Captain Beardblack. Beardblack said ""Alright, men, huddle up."" They get together and he continues. ""Alright, here's the plan. You all throw your swords at once. One of them is bound to hit him. If that doesn't work, I'll figure something out."" The men then seperate about a meter between eachother and hold their swords behind their heads. Using this leverage, they fling their swords at the necromancer.</div></blockquote><br/>The Necromancer ducked the blades and asked, ""Oh, is that it? Well, two can play at this game."" He then raised his staff in the air and shouted, ""As these fools throw their swords, I will now unleash my fiery hordes!"" He struck the ground quickly, and then the ground shook, and out came two fire mages-soon to become Necromancers. ""One you pass this test, you will become Necromancers,"" he said, ""destroy them."""
15457,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=300,2015-01-09T12:53:00,New Abrahammia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Osnil <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23079604#p23079604"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23068740#p23068740"">wrote</a>:</cite>The men looked at Captain Beardblack. Beardblack said ""Alright, men, huddle up."" They get together and he continues. ""Alright, here's the plan. You all throw your swords at once. One of them is bound to hit him. If that doesn't work, I'll figure something out."" The men then seperate about a meter between eachother and hold their swords behind their heads. Using this leverage, they fling their swords at the necromancer.</div></blockquote><br/>The Necromancer ducked the blades and asked, ""Oh, is that it? Well, two can play at this game."" He then raised his staff in the air and shouted, ""As these fools throw their swords, I will now unleash my fiery hordes!"" He struck the ground quickly, and then the ground shook, and out came two fire mages-soon to become Necromancers. ""One you pass this test, you will become Necromancers,"" he said, ""destroy them.""</div></blockquote><br/>The one man that was left outside sees what is going on and has an idea. He enters through the unlocked gate with his sword out. He attempts to sneak up behind the necromancer and murder him, as the necromancer's back is turned to the gate. If this is successful, there is a chance it could make the fire mages surrender or flee.<br/>Meanwhile, the captain sees what he is doing and believes that he just needs to buy him some time and cover the sound of his footsteps. He says to his men ""Men! Make the loudest, most obnoxious sound you can! Also, try to dodge whatever they throw at you!"" The captain and his men (except the guy sneaking up on the necromancer) begin screeching while they ready themselves to dodge some fireballs."
15458,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=300,2015-01-09T13:08:00,Saestea,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><div align=""center"">10 Years Later - Thelne Allanar, Imperial Kylantha</div></span></span><br/>On the ramparts of the new and improved city of Bruun, renamed Thelne Allanar by the Empress Dowager, a young boy who very closely resembled Airdan Miirphys was hopping from one wall block to the other. It was the new Emperor Kelvhan Miirphys of the Kylanthan Empire who was now 13, after 10 years of education with his mother and the Imperial Guard. He had the same clothes his father used to wear as a young boy. He also had with him a new sword, enchanted by his mother's magic. Yes, over time, Empress Myriani's magical ability seemed to heighten to a point that she could enchant objects. A gift for her beloved son's 13th birthday was a sword which he could use in his training with Captain Velatha, who began to treat the Emperor as though he were his own child. Calonia and Clymenti, Kelvhan's twin sisters, were with their mother in the Palace, doing things that girls often did. Finger-painting, and tapestry sewing. Kelvhan scoffed as he hopped off the last block and headed into the palace courtyard where Captain Velatha of the Imperial Guard was waiting, seemingly unaware that he was being stalked.<br/><br/>Then suddenly, Kelvhan leaped, sword raised over his head. ""Hyaaah!!!"" he yelled as he descended upon the captain's head. But as expected, Velatha was aware, and blocked the sword with a shield that was attached to his forearm. He didn't even seem surprised. But Kelvhan fought on. Velatha was never afraid to be hurt during training.<br/><br/>After several more swings of his sword, Kelvhan found himself exhausted. Velatha was standing there, poised to defend himself again, and he wasn't even armed! Absolutely absurd. The Emperor scowled and lunged one last time, but missed again. Velatha had seemingly flitted to the right and hit the boy Emperor behind his neck, sending him sprawling.<br/><br/>""O-Oww!"" Kelvhan yelped. His sword clattered against the cold courtyard stone and into a patch of winterweed. Velatha approached from behind, laughing. Kelvhan didn't seemed too amused as the Captain held an arm out with which to help the boy up. But he had another trick up his sleeve. The goal in these short duels was to bring the other down. And though technically, Kelvhan had already lost, he wanted to humiliate his teacher, too. Smirking, he took Velatha's hand, pressed a leg against his torso, and pushed. Velatha fell onto his rump, dazed. Kelvhan was now rolling around on the courtyard laughing. But Velatha quickly recovered, and for a moment, Kelvhan worried that he was cross. But no, not at all..<br/><br/>""Well played, little prince. But alas, I have already defeated you."" the man said, bowing low. Laughing again, Kelvhan stood up quickly and bowed. From one of the doors leading into the towers surrounding the courtyard was a man who had been attempting to kill Kelvhan for so long.<span style=""font-style: italic"">He was a stubborn-ass b*tch who just wouldn't give up</span>! What an attitude, right?<br/>Until now, he held a grudge against the boy whose father murdered his father, and died. He clearly was out of his damn mind. But like always, he could never get close enough to Kelvhan. Too many guards, too many tasters, too many people.<br/><br/>""Oi! It's you again, ye bloody perverted thievin' basterd ye!"" a guardsman came up behind him, and he darted off for the other end of the tower in his cloak. Velatha and Kelvhan were staring as the guardsman followed with his halberd. Kelvhan wasn't quite sure what to make of that, as apparently, he was often around. No one yet knew who he was, and no one had caught him because he was such a slippery little snake.<br/><br/>Before the two could go at another duel, Myriani stepped into the courtyard through the main doors, smiling. Over the time that had passed, she learned to let go of her past losses and came to love her children as much as she loved her husband. Even more, maybe. They were absolutely beautiful. And Kelvhan was growing to become a good young man as his father was. She called both men inside for some lunch before another meeting for Kelvhan studies began. He had to be at the job all the time, because that's what the Emperor had to do.<br/><br/>*<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://oi60.tinypic.com/og2hi.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Emperor Kelvhan Miirphys</a>"
15459,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=300,2015-01-09T15:06:00,Osnil,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23079889#p23079889"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Osnil <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23079604#p23079604"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Necromancer ducked the blades and asked, ""Oh, is that it? Well, two can play at this game."" He then raised his staff in the air and shouted, ""As these fools throw their swords, I will now unleash my fiery hordes!"" He struck the ground quickly, and then the ground shook, and out came two fire mages-soon to become Necromancers. ""One you pass this test, you will become Necromancers,"" he said, ""destroy them.""</div></blockquote><br/>The one man that was left outside sees what is going on and has an idea. He enters through the unlocked gate with his sword out. He attempts to sneak up behind the necromancer and murder him, as the necromancer's back is turned to the gate. If this is successful, there is a chance it could make the fire mages surrender or flee.<br/>Meanwhile, the captain sees what he is doing and believes that he just needs to buy him some time and cover the sound of his footsteps. He says to his men ""Men! Make the loudest, most obnoxious sound you can! Also, try to dodge whatever they throw at you!"" The captain and his men (except the guy sneaking up on the necromancer) begin screeching while they ready themselves to dodge some fireballs.</div></blockquote><br/>""My plan-it is working!"" shrieked the Necromancer right before getting stabbed. The fire mages saw that their leader was dead, they stopped, debating on what to do. Finally, from behind Captain Beardblack's men, a spear and an arrow killed them. Tonwit and his group had been revived by Ashley, except for the dogs, who had sniffed out something. Tonwit slapped Beardblack's back and said, ""Well done, Captain! I believe that you have proved your race's worth to Idrra."" ""Tonwit!"" barked the dogs, running back, ""we found something!""<br/><br/>""What is it?"" asked Tonwit. The dogs panted for a moment, then said, ""We found a Pegasus!""<br/><br/>""So this is what happened to them,"" Tonwit said quietly, then turning back to Captain Beardblack, ""The Pegasus disappeared on the island the day the war ended.""<br/><br/>The Centaurs quickly scurried after the dogs, and returned leading 100 or so Pegasus that had been imprisoned by the Necromancer. With a loud neigh, the Pegasus transformed the Gates of Hell into a beautiful green hill. No evidence of the Gates of Hell remained, with the exception of the bodies of him and his mages. ""Hurrah for the Hero of Idrra!"" Tonwit cheered. The group echoed back.<br/><br/>One Pegasus wandered up to Captain Beardblack and placed it's nose on his shoulder. ""He likes you,"" one of the Centaurs commented.<br/><br/>""Why don't you take it back to your home with you?"" asked Tonwit, ""we have plenty and I think you deserve a reward for discovering the Pegasus and helping slay the Necromancer. Of course, no one shall forget the one who stayed behind. You will all remain forever in this island's memory."""
15460,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=300,2015-01-09T16:04:00,New Abrahammia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Osnil <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23080981#p23080981"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23079889#p23079889"">wrote</a>:</cite>The one man that was left outside sees what is going on and has an idea. He enters through the unlocked gate with his sword out. He attempts to sneak up behind the necromancer and murder him, as the necromancer's back is turned to the gate. If this is successful, there is a chance it could make the fire mages surrender or flee.<br/>Meanwhile, the captain sees what he is doing and believes that he just needs to buy him some time and cover the sound of his footsteps. He says to his men ""Men! Make the loudest, most obnoxious sound you can! Also, try to dodge whatever they throw at you!"" The captain and his men (except the guy sneaking up on the necromancer) begin screeching while they ready themselves to dodge some fireballs.</div></blockquote><br/>""My plan-it is working!"" shrieked the Necromancer right before getting stabbed. The fire mages saw that their leader was dead, they stopped, debating on what to do. Finally, from behind Captain Beardblack's men, a spear and an arrow killed them. Tonwit and his group had been revived by Ashley, except for the dogs, who had sniffed out something. Tonwit slapped Beardblack's back and said, ""Well done, Captain! I believe that you have proved your race's worth to Idrra."" ""Tonwit!"" barked the dogs, running back, ""we found something!""<br/><br/>""What is it?"" asked Tonwit. The dogs panted for a moment, then said, ""We found a Pegasus!""<br/><br/>""So this is what happened to them,"" Tonwit said quietly, then turning back to Captain Beardblack, ""The Pegasus disappeared on the island the day the war ended.""<br/><br/>The Centaurs quickly scurried after the dogs, and returned leading 100 or so Pegasus that had been imprisoned by the Necromancer. With a loud neigh, the Pegasus transformed the Gates of Hell into a beautiful green hill. No evidence of the Gates of Hell remained, with the exception of the bodies of him and his mages. ""Hurrah for the Hero of Idrra!"" Tonwit cheered. The group echoed back.<br/><br/>One Pegasus wandered up to Captain Beardblack and placed it's nose on his shoulder. ""He likes you,"" one of the Centaurs commented.<br/><br/>""Why don't you take it back to your home with you?"" asked Tonwit, ""we have plenty and I think you deserve a reward for discovering the Pegasus and helping slay the Necromancer. Of course, no one shall forget the one who stayed behind. You will all remain forever in this island's memory.""</div></blockquote><br/>Captain Beardblack smiled gallantly while the men retrieved their swords. ""Although I would love to take on the title of ""Hero of Idrra, but he is not me. All I did was tell my men to screech to help the real hero. Lieutenant Joshua Ivan III; excuse me,<span style=""font-style: italic"">Captain Joshua Ivan III</span>, you are the true hero. You were the one that stabbed the necromancer, not I. You will lead this expedition from now on and I shall finally make my return to Greenblossom."" Beardblack ran back to Greenblossom to tell her that the necromancer is dead. Meanwhile, Joshua just stood their, befuddled.<br/>Captain Joshua says to Tonwit ""Uh, what just happened?"""
15461,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=300,2015-01-09T16:17:00,Osnil,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23081625#p23081625"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Osnil <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23080981#p23080981"">wrote</a>:</cite>""My plan-it is working!"" shrieked the Necromancer right before getting stabbed. The fire mages saw that their leader was dead, they stopped, debating on what to do. Finally, from behind Captain Beardblack's men, a spear and an arrow killed them. Tonwit and his group had been revived by Ashley, except for the dogs, who had sniffed out something. Tonwit slapped Beardblack's back and said, ""Well done, Captain! I believe that you have proved your race's worth to Idrra."" ""Tonwit!"" barked the dogs, running back, ""we found something!""<br/><br/>""What is it?"" asked Tonwit. The dogs panted for a moment, then said, ""We found a Pegasus!""<br/><br/>""So this is what happened to them,"" Tonwit said quietly, then turning back to Captain Beardblack, ""The Pegasus disappeared on the island the day the war ended.""<br/><br/>The Centaurs quickly scurried after the dogs, and returned leading 100 or so Pegasus that had been imprisoned by the Necromancer. With a loud neigh, the Pegasus transformed the Gates of Hell into a beautiful green hill. No evidence of the Gates of Hell remained, with the exception of the bodies of him and his mages. ""Hurrah for the Hero of Idrra!"" Tonwit cheered. The group echoed back.<br/><br/>One Pegasus wandered up to Captain Beardblack and placed it's nose on his shoulder. ""He likes you,"" one of the Centaurs commented.<br/><br/>""Why don't you take it back to your home with you?"" asked Tonwit, ""we have plenty and I think you deserve a reward for discovering the Pegasus and helping slay the Necromancer. Of course, no one shall forget the one who stayed behind. You will all remain forever in this island's memory.""</div></blockquote><br/>Captain Beardblack smiled gallantly while the men retrieved their swords. ""Although I would love to take on the title of ""Hero of Idrra, but he is not me. All I did was tell my men to screech to help the real hero. Lieutenant Joshua Ivan III; excuse me, <span style=""font-style: italic"">Captain Joshua Ivan III</span>, you are the true hero. You were the one that stabbed the necromancer, not I. You will lead this expedition from now on and I shall finally make my return to Greenblossom."" Beardblack ran back to Greenblossom to tell her that the necromancer is dead. Meanwhile, Joshua just stood their, befuddled. <br/>Captain Joshua says to Tonwit ""Uh, what just happened?""</div></blockquote><br/>""You just saved Idrra,"" Tonwit replied, bowing, ""Captain Joshua. But that doesn't make Beardblack any more noble. It takes heroism to distract his enemy. His role is no less important than yours.""<br/>The Pegasus followed Beardblack to Greenblossom's field. Greenblossom squealed with delight, ""What a beautiful wedding gift you brought to me! Where did you find it?"""
15462,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=300,2015-01-09T16:59:00,New Abrahammia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Osnil <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23081813#p23081813"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23081625#p23081625"">wrote</a>:</cite>Captain Beardblack smiled gallantly while the men retrieved their swords. ""Although I would love to take on the title of ""Hero of Idrra, but he is not me. All I did was tell my men to screech to help the real hero. Lieutenant Joshua Ivan III; excuse me, <span style=""font-style: italic"">Captain Joshua Ivan III</span>, you are the true hero. You were the one that stabbed the necromancer, not I. You will lead this expedition from now on and I shall finally make my return to Greenblossom."" Beardblack ran back to Greenblossom to tell her that the necromancer is dead. Meanwhile, Joshua just stood their, befuddled. <br/>Captain Joshua says to Tonwit ""Uh, what just happened?""</div></blockquote><br/>""You just saved Idrra,"" Tonwit replied, bowing, ""Captain Joshua. But that doesn't make Beardblack any more noble. It takes heroism to distract his enemy. His role is no less important than yours.""<br/>The Pegasus followed Beardblack to Greenblossom's field. Greenblossom squealed with delight, ""What a beautiful wedding gift you brought to me! Where did you find it?""</div></blockquote><br/>Beardblack smiled. ""I found it in the deepest depths of hell."" He begins examining the Pegasus. ""I'm as surprised as you are that nothing burnt to a crisp. So, who's going to fund the wedding? Does the Idrra government have it covered? I hope it does because I don't have any money that Anihc didn't grant."""
15463,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=325,2015-01-09T18:10:00,Osnil,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23082266#p23082266"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Osnil <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23081813#p23081813"">wrote</a>:</cite>""You just saved Idrra,"" Tonwit replied, bowing, ""Captain Joshua. But that doesn't make Beardblack any more noble. It takes heroism to distract his enemy. His role is no less important than yours.""<br/>The Pegasus followed Beardblack to Greenblossom's field. Greenblossom squealed with delight, ""What a beautiful wedding gift you brought to me! Where did you find it?""</div></blockquote><br/>Beardblack smiled. ""I found it in the deepest depths of hell."" He begins examining the Pegasus. ""I'm as surprised as you are that nothing burnt to a crisp. So, who's going to fund the wedding? Does the Idrra government have it covered? I hope it does because I don't have any money that Anihc didn't grant.""</div></blockquote><br/>Greenblossom smiled, ""The Pegasus are immune to fire. They were in the Gates of Hell? Whoever would have put them there? And the wedding, I suppose will be arranged-taking part in finding the Pegasus deserves more than arrangements for a wedding."""
15464,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=325,2015-01-09T19:27:00,Mesrane,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">OOC: Ignoring the time skip, because I really don't know what's up with that.</div></div></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Near Lapua, Toisilaa</span><br/><br/>Karujas nudged the dwarves in the leftmost three tents awake and directed them to wake their compatriots while he stamped out the last embers of the fire. Dawn's first uncertain fingers would begin to peek over the horizon in just a few minutes, and they needed to set a brisk pace early in the day if they wished to reach a settlement that could lend them horses by nightfall, for the remainder of the journey.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lillehammer</span><br/><br/>Tiusjalo winced as the fort's horns rang out yet again, echoing down the mountainsides until they faded into nothing. It had been a fortnight and a half of travel through the forests, towns, and fields of Kylantha, a country Tiusjalo found to be quite charming. Spurring his horse forward, the ranger drew even with Steen Olstad, the Kylanthan captain who set a brisk pace atop his wyvern after coming to the Earl's rescue. ""Excuse me Captain,"" Tiusjalo cleared his throat, ""But this is Lillehammer, you said, no? Surely we are close to Brunn? And to Glajinard perhaps?""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">English Channel</span><br/><br/>Captain Hannu Aulis watched, a bemused expression gracing his sharp elven features, as the thirty-strong crew of the longship<span style=""font-style: italic"">Vraima</span>attempted to guess the nature of the inhabitants of the land that lay to the south, well in view of the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Vraima.</span>The large island known as Britain lay just out out of sight in the north, but Aulis wanted to reconnoiter the south first. Hannu turned from the noon discussion and regarded one more ""crewman.""<span style=""font-style: italic"">The most important,</span>Hannu reflected. The elf in question was armored in the sheen green-tinted plate armor of the House of Sukavestaa. Hannu casually strode over. ""Prince Armas,"" he rumbled. ""How does the day treat you thus far?""<br/><br/>Armas turned, revealing a pair of blue eyes that seemed to burrow into the core of one's soul. A crop of short, black hair stood atop his chiseled head. ""Fine Captain. Just fine, thank you. Though I do know that the lizard folk inhabit those southern shores and the lands beyond them. That troubles me. It may be that we shall have to tread<span style=""font-style: italic"">very </span>quickly and carefully if we are to reach Vallorion.""<br/><br/>Hannu nodded. ""That is true, My Prince. We shall have to proceed with the utmost care. Would you recommend we land anyway? Directly south should be the quickest way into Vallorion.""<br/><br/>Armas pursed his lips in thought. ""I have my reservations, but our mission mustn't be slowed so considerably in the face of the degenerate lizard men. We shall land.""<br/><br/>The captain saluted, clapping the open palm of his right hand against his left shoulder. ""It shall be done, My Prince."" He turned to the crew, shaking them out of their midday leisure time. ""Alright boys, loose full sails. We make for the south coast!"" A chorus of cheers answered his order as the sailors set to work."
15465,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=325,2015-01-09T20:15:00,Saestea,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Lillehammer, Imperial Kylantha</span></span></div><br/>Arriving at the fort of Lillehammer, Captain Olstad learned by messenger that the Emperor had indeed passed, and that his wife Myriani was on the throne as Empress Dowager. Also according to the messenger, Taero had been killed, and there were dwarves in Bruun. By the time that Olstad and the Toisilaans arrived at Lillehammer, the law freeing all Venali had been enacted. Thousands of men, women, and children, previously slaves, were being escorted to their new home by the very same men that chased them down and returned them to Kylantha. The chasm lizard mounted slavecatchers.<br/><br/>""Indeed."" said Olstad to Tiusjalo after the messenger returned to his salamander to return to Bruun. ""We are drawing near to Bruun. We will see the palace from the next city. Unfortunately, we are no closer to Glajinard than before. But you may travel there from Bruun if you are allowed to cross the border."" he continued to explain.<br/><br/>As he turned his wyvern around, he remembered something and faced Tiusjalo again. ""Also, you may need to know that we are now under a new leadership. The young Emperor has passed, and is now succeeded by his wife, who will hold position as Empress until their son is of age."" Once the word was out, Olstad frowned, still unable to believe that their Emperor was dead. He had not known the boy personally, yet he felt equally terrible along with the rest of Kylantha that they had lost him. ""Still, the Empress will be glad to see you."" he finally added before continuing to lead."
15466,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=325,2015-01-09T21:42:00,New Abrahammia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Osnil <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23083059#p23083059"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23082266#p23082266"">wrote</a>:</cite>Beardblack smiled. ""I found it in the deepest depths of hell."" He begins examining the Pegasus. ""I'm as surprised as you are that nothing burnt to a crisp. So, who's going to fund the wedding? Does the Idrra government have it covered? I hope it does because I don't have any money that Anihc didn't grant.""</div></blockquote><br/>Greenblossom smiled, ""The Pegasus are immune to fire. They were in the Gates of Hell? Whoever would have put them there? And the wedding, I suppose will be arranged-taking part in finding the Pegasus deserves more than arrangements for a wedding.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Well, in the mean time, let's go to the tavern and get drunk. I don't know if the people 'round know who I am yet, but they will. I think I've got a few gold coins in the event that it's not on the house. My men are busy mapping out hell with Tonwit, so they won't be able to make your acquaintanceship."""
15467,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=325,2015-01-10T07:35:00,Osnil,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23085092#p23085092"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Osnil <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23083059#p23083059"">wrote</a>:</cite>Greenblossom smiled, ""The Pegasus are immune to fire. They were in the Gates of Hell? Whoever would have put them there? And the wedding, I suppose will be arranged-taking part in finding the Pegasus deserves more than arrangements for a wedding.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Well, in the mean time, let's go to the tavern and get drunk. I don't know if the people 'round know who I am yet, but they will. I think I've got a few gold coins in the event that it's not on the house. My men are busy mapping out hell with Tonwit, so they won't be able to make your acquaintanceship.""</div></blockquote><br/>""I think it would be wiser to make wedding plans right now. How would two days from now sound?"" asked Greenblossom. She wasn't fond of the tavern in Centaurtown, but it would have to be her burden.<br/>Meanwhile, Tonwit and the others had finished mapping out the center of the island. Tonwit had a burnt wing, a charred hand, and a burnt arm. He led Captain Joshua to the Eldar City and set them each up with rooms. They would have the finest. He then went to find the Fairy Healer. He and his men needed it. And a bath and a good night's rest. But all in good time."
15468,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=325,2015-01-10T11:45:00,New Abrahammia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Osnil <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23088356#p23088356"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23085092#p23085092"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Well, in the mean time, let's go to the tavern and get drunk. I don't know if the people 'round know who I am yet, but they will. I think I've got a few gold coins in the event that it's not on the house. My men are busy mapping out hell with Tonwit, so they won't be able to make your acquaintanceship.""</div></blockquote><br/>""I think it would be wiser to make wedding plans right now. How would two days from now sound?"" asked Greenblossom. She wasn't fond of the tavern in Centaurtown, but it would have to be her burden.<br/>Meanwhile, Tonwit and the others had finished mapping out the center of the island. Tonwit had a burnt wing, a charred hand, and a burnt arm. He led Captain Joshua to the Eldar City and set them each up with rooms. They would have the finest. He then went to find the Fairy Healer. He and his men needed it. And a bath and a good night's rest. But all in good time.</div></blockquote><br/>Captain Beardblack put his thumb and index finger on his chin, thinking. ""2 days doesn't sound like enough time to plan a wedding, but if some planners can throw it together, I'll be there."" Beardblack walked into the tavern, sat at the bar, and said ""Beer me, barkeep. Greenblossom, what'll you be drinking this fine evening?"""
15469,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=325,2015-01-10T12:01:00,Osnil,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23090377#p23090377"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Osnil <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23088356#p23088356"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I think it would be wiser to make wedding plans right now. How would two days from now sound?"" asked Greenblossom. She wasn't fond of the tavern in Centaurtown, but it would have to be her burden.<br/>Meanwhile, Tonwit and the others had finished mapping out the center of the island. Tonwit had a burnt wing, a charred hand, and a burnt arm. He led Captain Joshua to the Eldar City and set them each up with rooms. They would have the finest. He then went to find the Fairy Healer. He and his men needed it. And a bath and a good night's rest. But all in good time.</div></blockquote><br/>Captain Beardblack put his thumb and index finger on his chin, thinking. ""2 days doesn't sound like enough time to plan a wedding, but if some planners can throw it together, I'll be there."" Beardblack walked into the tavern, sat at the bar, and said ""Beer me, barkeep. Greenblossom, what'll you be drinking this fine evening?""</div></blockquote><br/>""We Dryads only drink water,"" Greenblossom replied. A nearby Centaur trotted next to Beardblack, ""Captain, how is it that you have survived? You went through the Gates of Hell. Nobody survives going there. I feared all of you dead."" At mention of the Gates of Hell, the entire bar soon flooded the former Captain with questions, ""What was it like?"" ""What happened?"""
15470,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=325,2015-01-10T12:20:00,New Abrahammia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Osnil <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23090569#p23090569"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23090377#p23090377"">wrote</a>:</cite>Captain Beardblack put his thumb and index finger on his chin, thinking. ""2 days doesn't sound like enough time to plan a wedding, but if some planners can throw it together, I'll be there."" Beardblack walked into the tavern, sat at the bar, and said ""Beer me, barkeep. Greenblossom, what'll you be drinking this fine evening?""</div></blockquote><br/>""We Dryads only drink water,"" Greenblossom replied. A nearby Centaur trotted next to Beardblack, ""Captain, how is it that you have survived? You went through the Gates of Hell. Nobody survives going there. I feared all of you dead."" At mention of the Gates of Hell, the entire bar soon flooded the former Captain with questions, ""What was it like?"" ""What happened?""</div></blockquote><br/>Beardblack smiled, sipped his beer, and said ""Gladly. Just earlier today, my men and I were at the outside of the gates with Tonwit and his men. Now, it would've been just plain stupid to walk in through the front gate, so we threw a grappling hook over the gate so that if it locks, we'd still be able to leave. We left our knapsacks outside, so that we could run faster if we had to. To prevent people from rummaging through our stuff, one man was left there to watch it. So then, we finally went in there and kicked some demon ass! Then, there was some giant dragon that could also be a necromancer-it's complicated. So, it maimed Tonwit and then went after us, right by the gate. My men lost their swords fighting him, but; remember that guy we left outside to watch our stuff? He snuck up behind the necromancer and stabbed him in the back! After that, the whole place was neutralized."""
15471,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=325,2015-01-10T12:34:00,Osnil,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23090819#p23090819"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Osnil <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23090569#p23090569"">wrote</a>:</cite>""We Dryads only drink water,"" Greenblossom replied. A nearby Centaur trotted next to Beardblack, ""Captain, how is it that you have survived? You went through the Gates of Hell. Nobody survives going there. I feared all of you dead."" At mention of the Gates of Hell, the entire bar soon flooded the former Captain with questions, ""What was it like?"" ""What happened?""</div></blockquote><br/>Beardblack smiled, sipped his beer, and said ""Gladly. Just earlier today, my men and I were at the outside of the gates with Tonwit and his men. Now, it would've been just plain stupid to walk in through the front gate, so we threw a grappling hook over the gate so that if it locks, we'd still be able to leave. We left our knapsacks outside, so that we could run faster if we had to. To prevent people from rummaging through our stuff, one man was left there to watch it. So then, we finally went in there and kicked some demon ass! Then, there was some giant dragon that could also be a necromancer-it's complicated. So, it maimed Tonwit and then went after us, right by the gate. My men lost their swords fighting him, but; remember that guy we left outside to watch our stuff? He snuck up behind the necromancer and stabbed him in the back! After that, the whole place was neutralized.""</div></blockquote><br/>The whole building errupted into cheers. ""You forgot about the part with the Pegasus,"" whispered Greenblossom. Upon hearing about the Pegasus, the whole tavern urged Beardblack to tell the tale over again. This time, a historian, an angel named Charnim, took out a quill and a scroll and began writing."
15472,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=325,2015-01-10T12:44:00,New Abrahammia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Osnil <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23090998#p23090998"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23090819#p23090819"">wrote</a>:</cite>Beardblack smiled, sipped his beer, and said ""Gladly. Just earlier today, my men and I were at the outside of the gates with Tonwit and his men. Now, it would've been just plain stupid to walk in through the front gate, so we threw a grappling hook over the gate so that if it locks, we'd still be able to leave. We left our knapsacks outside, so that we could run faster if we had to. To prevent people from rummaging through our stuff, one man was left there to watch it. So then, we finally went in there and kicked some demon ass! Then, there was some giant dragon that could also be a necromancer-it's complicated. So, it maimed Tonwit and then went after us, right by the gate. My men lost their swords fighting him, but; remember that guy we left outside to watch our stuff? He snuck up behind the necromancer and stabbed him in the back! After that, the whole place was neutralized.""</div></blockquote><br/>The whole building errupted into cheers. ""You forgot about the part with the Pegasus,"" whispered Greenblossom. Upon hearing about the Pegasus, the whole tavern urged Beardblack to tell the tale over again. This time, a historian, an angel named Charnim, took out a quill and a scroll and began writing.</div></blockquote><br/>""Again,"" Beardblack said as he sipped his beer ""gladly. Just earlier today, my men and I were at the outside of the gates with Tonwit and his men. Now, it would've been just plain stupid to walk in through the front gate, so we threw a grappling hook over the gate so that if it locks, we'd still be able to leave. We left our knapsacks outside, so that we could run faster if we had to. To prevent people from rummaging through our stuff, one man was left there to watch it. So then, we finally went in there and kicked some demon ass! Then, there was some giant dragon that could also be a necromancer-it's complicated. So, it maimed Tonwit and then went after us, right by the gate. My men lost their swords fighting him, but; remember that guy we left outside to watch our stuff? He snuck up behind the necromancer and stabbed him in the back! We covered his footsteps by screaming, but that's not important. After that, the whole place was neutralized. Then, in the aftermath of the battle, Tonwit's men found some Pegasuses- Pegasusi? Whatever you call more than one Pegasus. The one that stabbed the necromancer, Joshua Ivan III, was promoted to captain by me so that I could run off with Greenblossom without having to worry about them being directionless."""
15473,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=325,2015-01-10T13:22:00,Osnil,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23091125#p23091125"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Osnil <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23090998#p23090998"">wrote</a>:</cite>The whole building errupted into cheers. ""You forgot about the part with the Pegasus,"" whispered Greenblossom. Upon hearing about the Pegasus, the whole tavern urged Beardblack to tell the tale over again. This time, a historian, an angel named Charnim, took out a quill and a scroll and began writing.</div></blockquote><br/>""Again,"" Beardblack said as he sipped his beer ""gladly. Just earlier today, my men and I were at the outside of the gates with Tonwit and his men. Now, it would've been just plain stupid to walk in through the front gate, so we threw a grappling hook over the gate so that if it locks, we'd still be able to leave. We left our knapsacks outside, so that we could run faster if we had to. To prevent people from rummaging through our stuff, one man was left there to watch it. So then, we finally went in there and kicked some demon ass! Then, there was some giant dragon that could also be a necromancer-it's complicated. So, it maimed Tonwit and then went after us, right by the gate. My men lost their swords fighting him, but; remember that guy we left outside to watch our stuff? He snuck up behind the necromancer and stabbed him in the back! We covered his footsteps by screaming, but that's not important. After that, the whole place was neutralized. Then, in the aftermath of the battle, Tonwit's men found some Pegasuses- Pegasusi? Whatever you call more than one Pegasus. The one that stabbed the necromancer, Joshua Ivan III, was promoted to captain by me so that I could run off with Greenblossom without having to worry about them being directionless.""</div></blockquote><br/>The whole tavern erupted into cheers. The angel, Charnim, had the whole story written out. This was a historic moment. Tonwit then walked inside the tavern and said, ""I have the arrangements all prepared, Beardblack, you and your lovely bride will be wed in two days. It will occur at the center of the island-formerly known as the Gates of Hell."" Gasps fell around the room. ""Nothing to worry about. It's just green grass and Pegasus. The ones freed when the Necromancer was destroyed. I assume you've all heard the story."" Laughter echoed through the room. ""And we have successfully mapped the Pegasus Fields."""
15474,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=325,2015-01-10T14:16:00,Drunken Pagan Weirdos,"<blockquote><div><cite>The V O I D <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23037499#p23037499"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Outskirts of Repan<br/>The Draekonian Imperium</span></span><br/><br/>The Guardsman looked at the ambassador for a moment, unsure as to how to answer that question. He decided to give the simpler answer.<br/>""<span style=""font-weight: bold"">We've figured out our size varies based on how much Behemoth we eat. It is believed Behemoth's meat promotes growth among our species. Lower classes are given less, upper classes are given more. That is what determines our size. Usually, anyway.</span>"", the Guardsman said, before continuing on the walk. They were reaching the outer parts of Repan, which was indicated by the entrance gates as they opened up. Repan's outskirts looked like a slum town; obviously where the peasants lived. Although, in the distance, a palace could be seen, that was of gold and silver in color. And it was massive- even in Draekonian building standards. The Emperor was either huge, or just had a large family. Either way, it was easy to see that this venture would be interesting.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Raktabija was suitably impressed by the overall size of the city, and of course the palace itself – it was clear that these weren’t quite the backwards tribal folk that the Nobility back home had perhaps been expecting. And that, of course, meant that the trip here would be worth even more prestige than he had anticipated.<br/><br/>Even Lord Jatasura appeared to be more interested in his surroundings as they entered the city.<span style=""font-style: italic"">It should prove more interesting still,</span>Raktabija thought,<span style=""font-style: italic"">to meet the Draekonian Emperor himself.</span>He allowed the Guardsman to lead the way.<br/><br/><div align=""center"">---------</div><br/><blockquote><div><cite>The GAmeTopians <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23033323#p23033323"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Creed</span><br/>When they had <span style=""font-weight: bold"">Recieved</span> the message, the Creed Mages rushed to draw a teleportation circle. Instead of in an open room, however, they went into the basement of the mage tower. The basement was heavily warded, and served as a conference room where deals were struck. Salneron sat at the head of the table as the mages drew the circle at the other end. When she <span style=""font-weight: bold"">Shifted</span> into the room, one of the mages brought over a chair for her.<br/>""Now then, to business. What do you want and why have you come to us?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Hidimbi straightened out her robes as she sat in the offered chair. “My lords, I must first apologize for not sending much of an advance notice - but I fear that my business with you is very sensitive indeed, and I must move rather clandestinely. With that out of the way... I am Lady Hidimbi of Sasvatanagara, and I wish to procure your rather unique services to help me be rid of a few, ah, domestic enemies. I am told that, when it comes to these services, you are the best. You have no problems with the assassination of members of my realm’s nobility, I hope?”<br/><br/>With the delivery of the last line she gave the mages a small smile, showing the tips of her pointed teeth."
15475,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=325,2015-01-10T15:31:00,The V O I D,"<blockquote><div><cite>Drunken Pagan Weirdos <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23092104#p23092104"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The V O I D <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23037499#p23037499"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Outskirts of Repan<br/>The Draekonian Imperium</span></span><br/><br/>The Guardsman looked at the ambassador for a moment, unsure as to how to answer that question. He decided to give the simpler answer.<br/>""<span style=""font-weight: bold"">We've figured out our size varies based on how much Behemoth we eat. It is believed Behemoth's meat promotes growth among our species. Lower classes are given less, upper classes are given more. That is what determines our size. Usually, anyway.</span>"", the Guardsman said, before continuing on the walk. They were reaching the outer parts of Repan, which was indicated by the entrance gates as they opened up. Repan's outskirts looked like a slum town; obviously where the peasants lived. Although, in the distance, a palace could be seen, that was of gold and silver in color. And it was massive- even in Draekonian building standards. The Emperor was either huge, or just had a large family. Either way, it was easy to see that this venture would be interesting.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Raktabija was suitably impressed by the overall size of the city, and of course the palace itself – it was clear that these weren’t quite the backwards tribal folk that the Nobility back home had perhaps been expecting. And that, of course, meant that the trip here would be worth even more prestige than he had anticipated.<br/><br/>Even Lord Jatasura appeared to be more interested in his surroundings as they entered the city. <span style=""font-style: italic"">It should prove more interesting still,</span> Raktabija thought, <span style=""font-style: italic"">to meet the Draekonian Emperor himself.</span> He allowed the Guardsman to lead the way. <br/><br/><div align=""center"">---------</div><br/><blockquote><div><cite>The GAmeTopians <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23033323#p23033323"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Creed</span><br/>When they had <span style=""font-weight: bold"">Recieved</span> the message, the Creed Mages rushed to draw a teleportation circle. Instead of in an open room, however, they went into the basement of the mage tower. The basement was heavily warded, and served as a conference room where deals were struck. Salneron sat at the head of the table as the mages drew the circle at the other end. When she <span style=""font-weight: bold"">Shifted</span> into the room, one of the mages brought over a chair for her.<br/>""Now then, to business. What do you want and why have you come to us?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Hidimbi straightened out her robes as she sat in the offered chair. “My lords, I must first apologize for not sending much of an advance notice - but I fear that my business with you is very sensitive indeed, and I must move rather clandestinely. With that out of the way... I am Lady Hidimbi of Sasvatanagara, and I wish to procure your rather unique services to help me be rid of a few, ah, domestic enemies. I am told that, when it comes to these services, you are the best. You have no problems with the assassination of members of my realm’s nobility, I hope?”<br/><br/>With the delivery of the last line she gave the mages a small smile, showing the tips of her pointed teeth.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">The Imperial Palace<br/>Repan, the Capital of the Imperium<br/>The Draekonian Imperium</span></span><br/><br/>As the Slavemaids and Guardsmen arrived, the Slavemaids knelt down to allow the ambassadors to get off, infront of the Palace stairs. The stairs were Draekonian sized- and so, at minimum, it'd be like climbing up a 3 foot wall for a normal human. However, there were specially built wooden stairs that were human-sized that looked meant to help them get upstairs. The Palace itself was large and amazing, seemingly made of gold and silver at some points, while some was made of stone. At the top of the stairs, Emperor Shidao Laiyiek himself awaited. His massive form would be overwhelming compared to that of his Slavemaids and Guardsmen. He'd grin widely.<br/>""<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Welcome, Ambassadors, to Repan. To the Draekonian Imperium. And, to my palace. I am Shidao Laiyiek, Emperor of the Draekonians. I hope your trip was comfortable.</span>"", he said with that grin on his face. He'd lowered himself so that his lower, reptilian half was basically laying on it's 'stomach', and that his upper, human half was at near-normal human height, albeit it was still a bit higher."
15476,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=325,2015-01-10T15:38:00,New Abrahammia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Osnil <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23091559#p23091559"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23091125#p23091125"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Again,"" Beardblack said as he sipped his beer ""gladly. Just earlier today, my men and I were at the outside of the gates with Tonwit and his men. Now, it would've been just plain stupid to walk in through the front gate, so we threw a grappling hook over the gate so that if it locks, we'd still be able to leave. We left our knapsacks outside, so that we could run faster if we had to. To prevent people from rummaging through our stuff, one man was left there to watch it. So then, we finally went in there and kicked some demon ass! Then, there was some giant dragon that could also be a necromancer-it's complicated. So, it maimed Tonwit and then went after us, right by the gate. My men lost their swords fighting him, but; remember that guy we left outside to watch our stuff? He snuck up behind the necromancer and stabbed him in the back! We covered his footsteps by screaming, but that's not important. After that, the whole place was neutralized. Then, in the aftermath of the battle, Tonwit's men found some Pegasuses- Pegasusi? Whatever you call more than one Pegasus. The one that stabbed the necromancer, Joshua Ivan III, was promoted to captain by me so that I could run off with Greenblossom without having to worry about them being directionless.""</div></blockquote><br/>The whole tavern erupted into cheers. The angel, Charnim, had the whole story written out. This was a historic moment. Tonwit then walked inside the tavern and said, ""I have the arrangements all prepared, Beardblack, you and your lovely bride will be wed in two days. It will occur at the center of the island-formerly known as the Gates of Hell."" Gasps fell around the room. ""Nothing to worry about. It's just green grass and Pegasus. The ones freed when the Necromancer was destroyed. I assume you've all heard the story."" Laughter echoed through the room. ""And we have successfully mapped the Pegasus Fields.""</div></blockquote><br/>Beardblack smiles ""Super. I have to find Joshua before he gets far away. He will be my best man. Hold on, Greenblossom, I'll be back in a jiffy. Tonwit, beat up any drunk creeps that try to holler at her."" Beardblack then sets off to find Joshua, but he was too late. He had already set off with the men to continue the operation. He then walks back to Greenblossom and sadly says ""He's gone. Joshua's gone."""
15477,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=325,2015-01-11T12:27:00,Osnil,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23093097#p23093097"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Osnil <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23091559#p23091559"">wrote</a>:</cite>The whole tavern erupted into cheers. The angel, Charnim, had the whole story written out. This was a historic moment. Tonwit then walked inside the tavern and said, ""I have the arrangements all prepared, Beardblack, you and your lovely bride will be wed in two days. It will occur at the center of the island-formerly known as the Gates of Hell."" Gasps fell around the room. ""Nothing to worry about. It's just green grass and Pegasus. The ones freed when the Necromancer was destroyed. I assume you've all heard the story."" Laughter echoed through the room. ""And we have successfully mapped the Pegasus Fields.""</div></blockquote><br/>Beardblack smiles ""Super. I have to find Joshua before he gets far away. He will be my best man. Hold on, Greenblossom, I'll be back in a jiffy. Tonwit, beat up any drunk creeps that try to holler at her."" Beardblack then sets off to find Joshua, but he was too late. He had already set off with the men to continue the operation. He then walks back to Greenblossom and sadly says ""He's gone. Joshua's gone.""</div></blockquote><br/>Greenblossom looked down and saw the disappointment in her future husband's eyes. ""It's okay, Beardblack. I will love you with or without your best man."" With that she kissed him on the cheek and went to help arrange the ceremony."
15478,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=325,2015-01-11T12:58:00,The Greater Maltan Empire,"<img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i57.tinypic.com/2gspijr.jpg""/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""color: #FF0000"">The Imperium of Man, Citadel of the God-Emperor, Rome.</span></span></span><br/><br/>The movment of the massive crowd assembled acted like a swarm of ants swaying from one side to the other, the hundreds of thousands of people that have arrived to hear the words of the God-Emperor seeming dwarfed by the massived Citadel. The massive regal balcony where the God-Emperor would come to speak with the crowds covered with a dark red velvet cloth, several guardsman seen as dark shadows walking behind the cloth.<br/><br/>Standing alone in the darkness of the room the God-Emperor looked over himself assuring that his grooming has been done proper. His golden-trimmed spell forged steel armor seeming as sturdy as ever, the eagle of the great Imperium emboldened proudly on his chest and his shoulder-guards. A large claymore of spell-forged steel stood stationary against the massive mirror he was looking at, the claymore had a hilt of gold with a massive ruby pommel holding a golden eagle in the depths of the ruby. (What the armor looks like:<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i57.tinypic.com/2q1gi1j.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">http://i57.tinypic.com/2q1gi1j.jpg</a>) The blade seemed ancient, even sitting in the darkness it seemed to glow in the darkness of the room a deep golden glow a warmth seeping from the blade.<br/><br/>Standing the God-Emperor reaches forward grasping the hilt of the blade, seeming to heft the massive claymore that stood perhaps the height of a normal man, with ease. The God-Emperor moved swiftly and fluidly towards the massive arch-way leading onto the balcony that was covered in a dark red velvet cloth. Reaching the arch-way and walking through it he looks at the various royal guards, govered in banded spellforged steel armorment massive golden eagles adorning their shields and the pommels of their blades denoting them from the regular person.<br/><br/>Offering a nod to one of the guards he reaches over, tugging on the end of a rope the massive velvet drape opening to cheers from the massive crowd down below. Hundreds of thousands of men and women of the Imperium here to listen to the God-Emperor, the massive royal-guard force halting them at the entrance to the Citadel.<br/><br/>Standing at the edge of the balcony for several minutes, he allowed for the crowd to cheer endlessly. Several of the legionaires that where intermingled with the crowd raising the banners of the Imperium high, the golden eagle adorned on the red background causing for the crowd to cheer louder.<br/><br/>Raising his massive hand, the God-Emperor looked over the crowd his hand raised asking for silence. The crowd fell deathly silent, it seeming as if some are even holding their breath not wishing for their shallow breathing to interfere with what the God-Emperor was to say.<br/><br/>""Men and women of the Imperium, we find ourselves for the first time in a hundred years at a point in which we can transform ourselves to garner the strength and power we have lost in the past. Just as the mighty Rome once did, we will strike out for Humanity to seek the greatest strength that can be held, we will once more become the cultural and economic center of the world. We will hold our borders and protect our citizens with our mighty Legions, abroad or otherwise! Our mighty Legions will strike out and gain us that wealth we have lost, we will not allow for any to interfere with our destiny! We are the Imperium! We are the legacy of Rome! We are those that will control our destiny! None will deny us! FOR THE IMPERIUM!""<br/><br/>As the emperor screams ""For the Imperium!"" he raises his massive claymore, the golden glow that had seemed only slight begins to expand greatly consuming the whole of the blade and the Emperors hand. The golden glow seems to brighten, endlessly causing those assembled to look away for several moments harming their eyes should they not shield them.<br/><br/>However, even as the light continues to glow the people scream in response to the God-Emperor and indeed begin to chant ""For the Imperium!"" the deafening sound resounding through-out the night. The chant echoing far into the night and resounding across the country-side the hundreds of thousands of people assembled shaking the vary foundation of the massive Citadel.<br/><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i60.tinypic.com/2en3vk5.jpg""/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""color: #FF0000"">The Bulwark, Dwarflands Kerorem</span></span></span><br/><br/>A single runner can be seen exiting through the gate of the sun, a massive outrider makes his way towards the Dwarflands holding with him an envelope for the High Council<br/><br/>High Council,<br/><br/>""I seek a diplomatic envoy to meet at the Gate of the Sun so that we might discuss the opening of trading between our mighty nations, as well as other pacts that might allow for our nations to continue to assist one another.""<br/><br/>-Unsigned-<br/><br/><span style=""color: #FF0000""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Bulwark, EU Lands</span></span></span><br/><br/>Much like in the Dwarflands an outrunner is sent from the Gate of the Moon, however it seems it is much more then simply one outrunner instead it seems to be fiffty making their way into Elven Union lands to be assured the message will reach each one of the member states.<br/><br/>To each member-state of the Elven Union, even the far-reaching Nation of Avalon.<br/><br/>"" I will make this brief, we seek not open conflict on our borders with your ilk. However, should you begin to marshal an army to form upon our border, do not think the Imperium will stay silent much as the former mighty nation of Rome allowed for you backstabbing creatures to do. Should we seek to destroy you, your ilk will all fall like wheat to the mighty scythe that is the Imperium.""<br/><br/>Signed: Renald, scribe of the God-Emperor.<br/><br/>Just as the out-runners finish leaving the gate of the moon, the massive Legions of the Imperium begin to marshal from the under-ground complex that resided next to the gate."
15479,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=325,2015-01-11T13:01:00,New Abrahammia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Osnil <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23102498#p23102498"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23093097#p23093097"">wrote</a>:</cite>Beardblack smiles ""Super. I have to find Joshua before he gets far away. He will be my best man. Hold on, Greenblossom, I'll be back in a jiffy. Tonwit, beat up any drunk creeps that try to holler at her."" Beardblack then sets off to find Joshua, but he was too late. He had already set off with the men to continue the operation. He then walks back to Greenblossom and sadly says ""He's gone. Joshua's gone.""</div></blockquote><br/>Greenblossom looked down and saw the disappointment in her future husband's eyes. ""It's okay, Beardblack. I will love you with or without your best man."" With that she kissed him on the cheek and went to help arrange the ceremony.</div></blockquote><br/>Beardblack was less sad now, but he was nervous now, as he was going to marry a woman he hasn't known for more than a day. To cope with this fear, Beardblack decides to start drinking some more. Abraham gulps down his beer and says to the barkeep ""Give me another."""
15480,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=325,2015-01-11T13:30:00,Osnil,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23102857#p23102857"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Osnil <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23102498#p23102498"">wrote</a>:</cite>Greenblossom looked down and saw the disappointment in her future husband's eyes. ""It's okay, Beardblack. I will love you with or without your best man."" With that she kissed him on the cheek and went to help arrange the ceremony.</div></blockquote><br/>Beardblack was less sad now, but he was nervous now, as he was going to marry a woman he hasn't known for more than a day. To cope with this fear, Beardblack decides to start drinking some more. Abraham gulps down his beer and says to the barkeep ""Give me another.""</div></blockquote><br/>The bartender handed him another beer. Tonwit, seeing that his friend was nervous, said, ""Don't worry. You'll be alright. You distracted the Necromancer. You can handle nervousness."""
15481,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=325,2015-01-11T13:57:00,The GAmeTopians,"<blockquote><div><cite>Drunken Pagan Weirdos <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23092104#p23092104"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The V O I D <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23037499#p23037499"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Outskirts of Repan<br/>The Draekonian Imperium</span></span><br/><br/>The Guardsman looked at the ambassador for a moment, unsure as to how to answer that question. He decided to give the simpler answer.<br/>""<span style=""font-weight: bold"">We've figured out our size varies based on how much Behemoth we eat. It is believed Behemoth's meat promotes growth among our species. Lower classes are given less, upper classes are given more. That is what determines our size. Usually, anyway.</span>"", the Guardsman said, before continuing on the walk. They were reaching the outer parts of Repan, which was indicated by the entrance gates as they opened up. Repan's outskirts looked like a slum town; obviously where the peasants lived. Although, in the distance, a palace could be seen, that was of gold and silver in color. And it was massive- even in Draekonian building standards. The Emperor was either huge, or just had a large family. Either way, it was easy to see that this venture would be interesting.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Raktabija was suitably impressed by the overall size of the city, and of course the palace itself – it was clear that these weren’t quite the backwards tribal folk that the Nobility back home had perhaps been expecting. And that, of course, meant that the trip here would be worth even more prestige than he had anticipated.<br/><br/>Even Lord Jatasura appeared to be more interested in his surroundings as they entered the city. <span style=""font-style: italic"">It should prove more interesting still,</span> Raktabija thought, <span style=""font-style: italic"">to meet the Draekonian Emperor himself.</span> He allowed the Guardsman to lead the way. <br/><br/><div align=""center"">---------</div><br/><blockquote><div><cite>The GAmeTopians <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23033323#p23033323"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Creed</span><br/>When they had <span style=""font-weight: bold"">Recieved</span> the message, the Creed Mages rushed to draw a teleportation circle. Instead of in an open room, however, they went into the basement of the mage tower. The basement was heavily warded, and served as a conference room where deals were struck. Salneron sat at the head of the table as the mages drew the circle at the other end. When she <span style=""font-weight: bold"">Shifted</span> into the room, one of the mages brought over a chair for her.<br/>""Now then, to business. What do you want and why have you come to us?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Hidimbi straightened out her robes as she sat in the offered chair. “My lords, I must first apologize for not sending much of an advance notice - but I fear that my business with you is very sensitive indeed, and I must move rather clandestinely. With that out of the way... I am Lady Hidimbi of Sasvatanagara, and I wish to procure your rather unique services to help me be rid of a few, ah, domestic enemies. I am told that, when it comes to these services, you are the best. You have no problems with the assassination of members of my realm’s nobility, I hope?”<br/><br/>With the delivery of the last line she gave the mages a small smile, showing the tips of her pointed teeth.</div></blockquote><br/>Salneron smiled, and removed a purple amulet from his robes. He closed his eyes for but a moment, and his form blurred and swirled into a purple mist, which flowed over behind Hidimbi. The mist swirled, and Salneron reappeared, a dagger in his hand.<br/>""Yes, I think everything you say is true. I think we can work out a deal. Down to business! How many people are you asking to be assassinated or, let's just say, incapacitated?"""
15482,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=325,2015-01-11T14:40:00,New Abrahammia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Osnil <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23103142#p23103142"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23102857#p23102857"">wrote</a>:</cite>Beardblack was less sad now, but he was nervous now, as he was going to marry a woman he hasn't known for more than a day. To cope with this fear, Beardblack decides to start drinking some more. Abraham gulps down his beer and says to the barkeep ""Give me another.""</div></blockquote><br/>The bartender handed him another beer. Tonwit, seeing that his friend was nervous, said, ""Don't worry. You'll be alright. You distracted the Necromancer. You can handle nervousness.""</div></blockquote><br/>After gulping down the next beer the bartender handed him, Beardblack says to the barkeep ""Give me another. I can handle it."" He then turned to Tonwit and said ""Yeah, but I'm leaving a lot behind doing this. What if Joshua can't lead the men? I know he's the 'Hero of Idrra' but that title means nothing to a foreigner like me. What if the people back at Anihc curse my name for marrying a non-human? So many things to consider. When distracting the necromancer, the worst that could happen to me is I die. I would walk through the Pearly Gates, everyone would see me as a brave, valiant hero, and that's it! But here, in marrying Greenblossom, there's a lot more to consider. There are many more things that happen."""
15483,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=325,2015-01-11T15:08:00,Osnil,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23103876#p23103876"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Osnil <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23103142#p23103142"">wrote</a>:</cite>The bartender handed him another beer. Tonwit, seeing that his friend was nervous, said, ""Don't worry. You'll be alright. You distracted the Necromancer. You can handle nervousness.""</div></blockquote><br/>After gulping down the next beer the bartender handed him, Beardblack says to the barkeep ""Give me another. I can handle it."" He then turned to Tonwit and said ""Yeah, but I'm leaving a lot behind doing this. What if Joshua can't lead the men? I know he's the 'Hero of Idrra' but that title means nothing to a foreigner like me. What if the people back at Anihc curse my name for marrying a non-human? So many things to consider. When distracting the necromancer, the worst that could happen to me is I die. I would walk through the Pearly Gates, everyone would see me as a brave, valiant hero, and that's it! But here, in marrying Greenblossom, there's a lot more to consider. There are many more things that happen.""</div></blockquote><br/>""It isn't too late to call off the wedding,"" Tonwit said, ""but if we wed you here, but you keep it a secret until you reach your home, then ask permission, if your leader refuses, then you won't lose anything. Greenblossom gets sent back here. Not a problem."" The bartender handed Beardblack another drink. ""And not having drinks might help your case. Dryads are not very fond of drinking. We almost had a civil war over it. This is the only place in all of Idrra that you can drink beer."""
15484,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=325,2015-01-11T15:29:00,New Abrahammia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Osnil <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23104275#p23104275"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23103876#p23103876"">wrote</a>:</cite>After gulping down the next beer the bartender handed him, Beardblack says to the barkeep ""Give me another. I can handle it."" He then turned to Tonwit and said ""Yeah, but I'm leaving a lot behind doing this. What if Joshua can't lead the men? I know he's the 'Hero of Idrra' but that title means nothing to a foreigner like me. What if the people back at Anihc curse my name for marrying a non-human? So many things to consider. When distracting the necromancer, the worst that could happen to me is I die. I would walk through the Pearly Gates, everyone would see me as a brave, valiant hero, and that's it! But here, in marrying Greenblossom, there's a lot more to consider. There are many more things that happen.""</div></blockquote><br/>""It isn't too late to call off the wedding,"" Tonwit said, ""but if we wed you here, but you keep it a secret until you reach your home, then ask permission, if your leader refuses, then you won't lose anything. Greenblossom gets sent back here. Not a problem."" The bartender handed Beardblack another drink. ""And not having drinks might help your case. Dryads are not very fond of drinking. We almost had a civil war over it. This is the only place in all of Idrra that you can drink beer.""</div></blockquote><br/>Beardblack sips his beer and looks at Tonwit. ""The thing is, if I do that and Emperor Rorepme refuses, I'd still be married to her. Even if we're a million miles apart, the gods would still see us as married."" He takes another sip of his beer. ""And don't think I won't consummate the marriage. And Tonwit, I only drink because life's shit and drinking is an escape. I'm not going to give that up.""<br/><br/>Meanwhile, back at Joshua and his men, Joshua leads his men to another town in Idrra that bordered the eastern coast. He says to the men ""Alright, so Beardblack ran off with some island whore, so I have to lead you now. You people go to the town square and make a map of the buildings and such. I'll go to the beach and shag a mermaid or two, as I'm apparently the Hero of Idrra."" Joshua goes to the beach and finds a mermaid, to which he says ""Hey, are you a baker? Because you've got nice buns."""
15485,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=325,2015-01-11T15:41:00,Osnil,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23104551#p23104551"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Osnil <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23104275#p23104275"">wrote</a>:</cite>""It isn't too late to call off the wedding,"" Tonwit said, ""but if we wed you here, but you keep it a secret until you reach your home, then ask permission, if your leader refuses, then you won't lose anything. Greenblossom gets sent back here. Not a problem."" The bartender handed Beardblack another drink. ""And not having drinks might help your case. Dryads are not very fond of drinking. We almost had a civil war over it. This is the only place in all of Idrra that you can drink beer.""</div></blockquote><br/>Beardblack sips his beer and looks at Tonwit. ""The thing is, if I do that and Emperor Rorepme refuses, I'd still be married to her. Even if we're a million miles apart, the gods would still see us as married."" He takes another sip of his beer. ""And don't think I won't consummate the marriage. And Tonwit, I only drink because life's shit and drinking is an escape. I'm not going to give that up.""<br/><br/>Meanwhile, back at Joshua and his men, Joshua leads his men to another town in Idrra that bordered the eastern coast. He says to the men ""Alright, so Beardblack ran off with some island whore, so I have to lead you now. You people go to the town square and make a map of the buildings and such. I'll go to the beach and shag a mermaid or two, as I'm apparently the Hero of Idrra."" Joshua goes to the beach and finds a mermaid, to which he says ""Hey, are you a baker? Because you've got nice buns.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Well, you could move back here with her,"" Tonwit replied, ""or we could wait for your Emperor's answer on the subject. But Greenblossom seems determined now. Or better yet, you could both stay here on the island and never go back.""<br/><br/>On the beach, the mermaid laughed and said, ""Thank you. You are the Hero of Idrra, are you not? My name is Ara."" She tossed her black hair backwards and then said, ""Did the Hero of Idrra get a song for his bravery yet?"""
15486,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=325,2015-01-11T16:27:00,New Abrahammia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Osnil <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23104696#p23104696"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23104551#p23104551"">wrote</a>:</cite>Beardblack sips his beer and looks at Tonwit. ""The thing is, if I do that and Emperor Rorepme refuses, I'd still be married to her. Even if we're a million miles apart, the gods would still see us as married."" He takes another sip of his beer. ""And don't think I won't consummate the marriage. And Tonwit, I only drink because life's shit and drinking is an escape. I'm not going to give that up.""<br/><br/>Meanwhile, back at Joshua and his men, Joshua leads his men to another town in Idrra that bordered the eastern coast. He says to the men ""Alright, so Beardblack ran off with some island whore, so I have to lead you now. You people go to the town square and make a map of the buildings and such. I'll go to the beach and shag a mermaid or two, as I'm apparently the Hero of Idrra."" Joshua goes to the beach and finds a mermaid, to which he says ""Hey, are you a baker? Because you've got nice buns.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Well, you could move back here with her,"" Tonwit replied, ""or we could wait for your Emperor's answer on the subject. But Greenblossom seems determined now. Or better yet, you could both stay here on the island and never go back.""<br/><br/>On the beach, the mermaid laughed and said, ""Thank you. You are the Hero of Idrra, are you not? My name is Ara."" She tossed her black hair backwards and then said, ""Did the Hero of Idrra get a song for his bravery yet?""</div></blockquote><br/>Beardblack sipped his beer and said to Tonwit ""I don't know anymore. I could stay here, but there's a lot of people back in Anihc that I want to see again. But I can't not marry Greenblossom, either. Gosh, this should be one of the happiest days of my life!"" Beardblack puts his head on the table and sobs.<br/><br/>On the beach, Joshua says to the mermaid ""No, I haven't heard a song of my bravery. Oh, where are my manners, my name is Joshua, captain of a platoon of heroes and the slayer of the necromancer."" He smiles at her, charismatically.<br/><br/>Back at the town square, a subdivision of the men are standing around the town square, speaking about the captains. ""Hey, why does Beardblack and Joshua get to just wander off and shag women while we're the ones actually working?""<br/>""Yeah! We should be the ones with pretty women around our arms, not them!""<br/>""We should form a mutiny! That'll teach 'em all a darn good lesson!""<br/>""Alright, huddle up. Here's the idea: Beardblack us probably at the town we last saw him at, with that tree hussy. If we're going to kill him, it should be at the wedding. That'll make a statement. As for Joshua? We can off him now.""<br/>""Yeah, there's a good hundred of us here. Let's spilt up. Half of us can track down and get Beardblack, the others get Joshua. Hang on, I'll rally them."" He exits the huddle and says to the other sailors ""Followers of Joshua! Are you tired of<span style=""font-style: italic"">the man</span>working us like dogs while they can run off and shag anything on two legs?<span style=""font-style: italic"">The man</span>can only use us as much as we let him! If we turn on Joshua and Beardblack, then we're free as the wind! I say this half can track down Beardblack and end his days at his wedding, and this half, including me, will kill Joshua in front of whatever women he's with!""<br/>The men shout ""Yah!"" before setting off."
15487,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=325,2015-01-11T16:53:00,Mesrane,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lillehammer, Kylantha</span><br/><br/>Tiusjalo looked on in curiosity as several seemingly-endless caravans of Venali satyrs pushed steadily westwards. The high gates of Lillehammer shut behind the party as they passed into the solid embrace of its walls, cutting off the view. He listened to Olstad explain things as they drew up to the courtyard, where the garrison was directing the party to tie up their horses at a stable. ""Perhaps, if the Earl is of like mind, my fellow rangers and I will accompany him to Glajinard after meeting your esteemed Empress. I am glad to learn, however, that we will be received so warmly. We were all far from certain of the nature of our reception, especially with these rumors of conflict to the south . . . dark rumors. I do not like the talk that southern merchants bring anymore.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Normandy</span><br/><br/>The<span style=""font-style: italic"">Vraima</span>bobbed gently up and down by the beach at its crew hopped into the shallow water and waded ashore in twos and threes. Hannu accompanied the Prince as they labored to bring a coil of rope and several quivers of arrows to shore. Once all thirty elves were assembled, Prince Armas addressed them while Hannu looked on.<br/><br/>""Alright,"" Armas bellowed.<span style=""font-style: italic"">A good strong leader,</span>thought Armas.<span style=""font-style: italic"">And only sixty winters. A good omen for the kingdom.</span>""Here we are, on the shores of Normandy. Unfortunately, Vallorion and another elven nation-Alteria-lie inland, Vallorion being northernmost of those. Unfortunately, the lands about, east<span style=""font-style: italic"">and</span>west, are rumored to be full of the lizardfolk. We should not draw their ire, and so we shall go quickly and quietly southwards in as straight a line as we can manage until we reach fellow elven kin in Vallorion. I have spoken with Captain Hannu on this matter, and we have determined our course of action: I shall take half the crew, and press south with all speed to Vallorion. Captain Hannu shall take the other half and sail as best he can to Britain, and the isles north of the channel.""<br/><br/>Mumbles of surprise spread throughout the small crowd as Hannu picked out his fifteen men, previously agreed upon the night before. The captain would take the fifteen best sailors, while Armas would bring the fifteen best fighters with him.<br/><br/>Once the crew was segregated and supplies allocated, the seamen bid their farewells to one another, before Armas' elves followed him across the beach's dunes and into the gentle hills of this strange southern land."
15488,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=350,2015-01-11T17:27:00,The GAmeTopians,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Dyun Mar Dwarves, Coast of Imperium of Man</span><br/>A sturdy oaken sailboat slid onto the coast, plowing into the soft sand gently. 10 short figures sat in the boat, 8 rowing, 1 on the tiller, and 1 trimming the sail. One of the rowers spoke up.<br/>""Thror, where are we?""<br/>The dwarf at the tiller sighed.<br/>""According to the map we're on the coast of the Imperium of Man. We'll wait to explore until we're sure this area is deserted. We wait here with our weapons for a few hours, then we move on.""<br/>The dwarves grabbed their axes and halberds, and sat down to wait."
15489,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=350,2015-01-11T17:41:00,The Greater Maltan Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>The GAmeTopians <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23105843#p23105843"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Dyun Mar Dwarves, Coast of Imperium of Man</span><br/>A sturdy oaken sailboat slid onto the coast, plowing into the soft sand gently. 10 short figures sat in the boat, 8 rowing, 1 on the tiller, and 1 trimming the sail. One of the rowers spoke up.<br/>""Thror, where are we?""<br/>The dwarf at the tiller sighed.<br/>""According to the map we're on the coast of the Imperium of Man. We'll wait to explore until we're sure this area is deserted. We wait here with our weapons for a few hours, then we move on.""<br/>The dwarves grabbed their axes and halberds, and sat down to wait.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""color: #FF0000""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><br/>Imperium of Man, off the coast of Sardinia.</span></span></span><br/><br/>As the Dwarven sailboat slid onto the coast three large ships totting the banner of the Imperium of Man came into sight, seeming to be incredibly large with both sails and people rowing to make the massive ships move even with calm winds. As the massive ships came into view, hundreds of men could be seen on board of either ship all with bows and massive swords and shields.<br/><br/>A singular arrow is fired at the Dwarven Sailboat crashing into the mast of the boat, tied to it is a scroll.<br/><br/>To the Invaders:<br/><br/>""Remain where you are, you have invaded the sovereign territory of the Imperium of Man. Should you choose to flee, we will destroy you. Should you attempt to run inland, we will find you and we will destroy you. Should you be too flatulent, we will destroy you. The only way we do not destroy you and your pitiful ship is for each and every one of you to remain where you are so that we might gauge the reasoning for your landing. Should we judge it to be a good reason, you will not be slain.""<br/><br/>~ Vice Admiral Raith Lugice."
15490,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=350,2015-01-11T17:47:00,The GAmeTopians,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Maltan Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23105966#p23105966"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The GAmeTopians <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23105843#p23105843"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Dyun Mar Dwarves, Coast of Imperium of Man</span><br/>A sturdy oaken sailboat slid onto the coast, plowing into the soft sand gently. 10 short figures sat in the boat, 8 rowing, 1 on the tiller, and 1 trimming the sail. One of the rowers spoke up.<br/>""Thror, where are we?""<br/>The dwarf at the tiller sighed.<br/>""According to the map we're on the coast of the Imperium of Man. We'll wait to explore until we're sure this area is deserted. We wait here with our weapons for a few hours, then we move on.""<br/>The dwarves grabbed their axes and halberds, and sat down to wait.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""color: #FF0000""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><br/>Imperium of Man, off the coast of Sardinia.</span></span></span><br/><br/>As the Dwarven sailboat slid onto the coast three large ships totting the banner of the Imperium of Man came into sight, seeming to be incredibly large with both sails and people rowing to make the massive ships move even with calm winds. As the massive ships came into view, hundreds of men could be seen on board of either ship all with bows and massive swords and shields. <br/><br/>A singular arrow is fired at the Dwarven Sailboat crashing into the mast of the boat, tied to it is a scroll.<br/><br/>To the Invaders: <br/><br/>""Remain where you are, you have invaded the sovereign territory of the Imperium of Man. Should you choose to flee, we will destroy you. Should you attempt to run inland, we will find you and we will destroy you. Should you be too flatulent, we will destroy you. The only way we do not destroy you and your pitiful ship is for each and every one of you to remain where you are so that we might gauge the reasoning for your landing. Should we judge it to be a good reason, you will not be slain."" <br/><br/>~ Vice Admiral Raith Lugice.</div></blockquote><br/>The dwarves jumped at the arrow's impact, and shields came up around the boat, dwarves pushing them into the deck as protection against further fire. Thror stood, shouting across the water,<br/>""Hail! We come in peace!"""
15491,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=350,2015-01-11T17:54:00,The Greater Maltan Empire,"The three ships slowly approach two of which slide onto shore on either side of the small Dwarven Sailboat meanwhile the final one positions itself behind the Dwarven Sailboat. Hundreds of Legionaires holding bows with notched arrows are pointed down at the Dwarves, the men remaining taunt and prepared to fire should they be ordered. A man, looking something of fifty years old. Gray hair denotes this man, all except for his banded Iron armor with a golden threaded eagle on the front of the breastplate. The man, would jump down from the massive warship on the left landing on the front of the Dwarven Sailboat two Legionaires jumping down and flanking the man. The men towering over the Dwarves would stare at them, the two Legionaires on either side of the center man seeming to grin for a moment before what can be assumed as the Vice Admiral looks at them the grin immediately fading.<br/><br/>""Why have you landed on our shores, explain and in detail or my men will slaughter you where you stand. """
15492,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=350,2015-01-11T18:00:00,The GAmeTopians,"Thror stepped up to face the Vice Admiral, flanked by two dwarves holding axes and shields.<br/>""We are an exploration party from the Dwarven Kingdom of Dyun Mar, due South across the water. We were instructed to travel across the water and attempt to make friendships and alliances with whomever we found. I assume you are no exception, so we stand down for you if you do us no harm."""
15493,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=350,2015-01-11T18:25:00,The Greater Maltan Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>The GAmeTopians <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23106153#p23106153"">wrote</a>:</cite>Thror stepped up to face the Vice Admiral, flanked by two dwarves holding axes and shields.<br/>""We are an exploration party from the Dwarven Kingdom of Dyun Mar, due South across the water. We were instructed to travel across the water and attempt to make friendships and alliances with whomever we found. I assume you are no exception, so we stand down for you if you do us no harm.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Nodding the Vice Admiral looks over the Dwarf, taking in everything that he seems. After several minutes of staring at the Dwarf the Vice Admiral motions with his left hand. Suddenly all of the Legionaires at one raise their bows, removing the arrow from the string and placing it back in the quiver on their backs each and every man slamming their bow on the hull of the ship allowing for a very intimidating sound to echo between the ships.<br/><br/>""Very good, that is reason enough for my men to stand down. You and those you wish to, can accompany me. We will travel to the Citadel of the God-Emperor. Should he wish to see you, you will be seen and he will speak with you or one of his many scribes or members of court will. I make no promise that your mission will be fruitful.""<br/><br/>OOC:<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">If you agree to come with, I'll make up an elaborate post for you to respond to tomorrow I can't do it right now.</div></div></div>"
15494,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=350,2015-01-11T18:48:00,The GAmeTopians,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Maltan Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23106393#p23106393"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The GAmeTopians <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23106153#p23106153"">wrote</a>:</cite>Thror stepped up to face the Vice Admiral, flanked by two dwarves holding axes and shields.<br/>""We are an exploration party from the Dwarven Kingdom of Dyun Mar, due South across the water. We were instructed to travel across the water and attempt to make friendships and alliances with whomever we found. I assume you are no exception, so we stand down for you if you do us no harm.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Nodding the Vice Admiral looks over the Dwarf, taking in everything that he seems. After several minutes of staring at the Dwarf the Vice Admiral motions with his left hand. Suddenly all of the Legionaires at one raise their bows, removing the arrow from the string and placing it back in the quiver on their backs each and every man slamming their bow on the hull of the ship allowing for a very intimidating sound to echo between the ships.<br/><br/>""Very good, that is reason enough for my men to stand down. You and those you wish to, can accompany me. We will travel to the Citadel of the God-Emperor. Should he wish to see you, you will be seen and he will speak with you or one of his many scribes or members of court will. I make no promise that your mission will be fruitful."" <br/><br/>OOC: <br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">If you agree to come with, I'll make up an elaborate post for you to respond to tomorrow I can't do it right now.</div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/>Thror signaled his men, and they thrusted their axes into their belts, and dropped their shields.<br/>""Aye, we'll all come with you. Men, prepare for a journey. I assume 'tis a long way,"" He added as an aside to the Vice Admiral, chuckling.<br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""OOC""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Fine with me.</div></div></div>"
15495,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=350,2015-01-11T18:49:00,Osnil,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23105273#p23105273"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Osnil <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23104696#p23104696"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Well, you could move back here with her,"" Tonwit replied, ""or we could wait for your Emperor's answer on the subject. But Greenblossom seems determined now. Or better yet, you could both stay here on the island and never go back.""<br/><br/>On the beach, the mermaid laughed and said, ""Thank you. You are the Hero of Idrra, are you not? My name is Ara."" She tossed her black hair backwards and then said, ""Did the Hero of Idrra get a song for his bravery yet?""</div></blockquote><br/>Beardblack sipped his beer and said to Tonwit ""I don't know anymore. I could stay here, but there's a lot of people back in Anihc that I want to see again. But I can't not marry Greenblossom, either. Gosh, this should be one of the happiest days of my life!"" Beardblack puts his head on the table and sobs.<br/><br/>On the beach, Joshua says to the mermaid ""No, I haven't heard a song of my bravery. Oh, where are my manners, my name is Joshua, captain of a platoon of heroes and the slayer of the necromancer."" He smiles at her, charismatically. <br/><br/>Back at the town square, a subdivision of the men are standing around the town square, speaking about the captains. ""Hey, why does Beardblack and Joshua get to just wander off and shag women while we're the ones actually working?""<br/>""Yeah! We should be the ones with pretty women around our arms, not them!""<br/>""We should form a mutiny! That'll teach 'em all a darn good lesson!""<br/>""Alright, huddle up. Here's the idea: Beardblack us probably at the town we last saw him at, with that tree hussy. If we're going to kill him, it should be at the wedding. That'll make a statement. As for Joshua? We can off him now.""<br/>""Yeah, there's a good hundred of us here. Let's spilt up. Half of us can track down and get Beardblack, the others get Joshua. Hang on, I'll rally them."" He exits the huddle and says to the other sailors ""Followers of Joshua! Are you tired of <span style=""font-style: italic"">the man</span> working us like dogs while they can run off and shag anything on two legs? <span style=""font-style: italic"">The man</span> can only use us as much as we let him! If we turn on Joshua and Beardblack, then we're free as the wind! I say this half can track down Beardblack and end his days at his wedding, and this half, including me, will kill Joshua in front of whatever women he's with!""<br/>The men shout ""Yah!"" before setting off.</div></blockquote><br/>But they hadn't accounted for the lone elf who was listening, Harque was his name. He ran off and burst into the tavern. ""Beardblack, your men are attempting a mutiny. They're going to kill Joshua, then you ON your wedding day."" Tonwit grasped his bow, and the entire tavern burst into an uproar. Tonwit said, ""I'll go rescue Joshua. If it's the one place he is-its at the beach. The mermaids are there."" He grasped his bow and half the tavern marched out with him. Harque stayed at Beardblack's side."
15496,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=350,2015-01-11T20:36:00,New Abrahammia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Osnil <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23106655#p23106655"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23105273#p23105273"">wrote</a>:</cite>Beardblack sipped his beer and said to Tonwit ""I don't know anymore. I could stay here, but there's a lot of people back in Anihc that I want to see again. But I can't not marry Greenblossom, either. Gosh, this should be one of the happiest days of my life!"" Beardblack puts his head on the table and sobs.<br/><br/>On the beach, Joshua says to the mermaid ""No, I haven't heard a song of my bravery. Oh, where are my manners, my name is Joshua, captain of a platoon of heroes and the slayer of the necromancer."" He smiles at her, charismatically. <br/><br/>Back at the town square, a subdivision of the men are standing around the town square, speaking about the captains. ""Hey, why does Beardblack and Joshua get to just wander off and shag women while we're the ones actually working?""<br/>""Yeah! We should be the ones with pretty women around our arms, not them!""<br/>""We should form a mutiny! That'll teach 'em all a darn good lesson!""<br/>""Alright, huddle up. Here's the idea: Beardblack us probably at the town we last saw him at, with that tree hussy. If we're going to kill him, it should be at the wedding. That'll make a statement. As for Joshua? We can off him now.""<br/>""Yeah, there's a good hundred of us here. Let's spilt up. Half of us can track down and get Beardblack, the others get Joshua. Hang on, I'll rally them."" He exits the huddle and says to the other sailors ""Followers of Joshua! Are you tired of <span style=""font-style: italic"">the man</span> working us like dogs while they can run off and shag anything on two legs? <span style=""font-style: italic"">The man</span> can only use us as much as we let him! If we turn on Joshua and Beardblack, then we're free as the wind! I say this half can track down Beardblack and end his days at his wedding, and this half, including me, will kill Joshua in front of whatever women he's with!""<br/>The men shout ""Yah!"" before setting off.</div></blockquote><br/>But they hadn't accounted for the lone elf who was listening, Harque was his name. He ran off and burst into the tavern. ""Beardblack, your men are attempting a mutiny. They're going to kill Joshua, then you ON your wedding day."" Tonwit grasped his bow, and the entire tavern burst into an uproar. Tonwit said, ""I'll go rescue Joshua. If it's the one place he is-its at the beach. The mermaids are there."" He grasped his bow and half the tavern marched out with him. Harque stayed at Beardblack's side.</div></blockquote><br/>The men that marched towards Joshua encountered Tonwit. One of the men named Kong says ""Look who it, boys; Tonwit the Twit. Stay out of this or we'll go right through you. Don't think we won't? There's 50 of us and only 3 of you. If I were you, I'd be begging for my life right about now."" The men slowly walk closer to Tonwit with their swords out.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, the men that were tasked at killing Beardblack head back to the ship and gather harpoons and bows. The men then drink the rum onboard and talk about their plans for killing Beardblack.<br/><br/>At the tavern, Beardblack takes another swig and says to Harque ""Where is Greenblossom? Is she safe? I fear for the life of Tonwit as well, but now I need to know about Greenblossom's security. Damn it man, tell me!"" Beardblack begins to violently shake Harque."
15497,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=350,2015-01-12T11:37:00,Osnil,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23107843#p23107843"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Osnil <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23106655#p23106655"">wrote</a>:</cite>But they hadn't accounted for the lone elf who was listening, Harque was his name. He ran off and burst into the tavern. ""Beardblack, your men are attempting a mutiny. They're going to kill Joshua, then you ON your wedding day."" Tonwit grasped his bow, and the entire tavern burst into an uproar. Tonwit said, ""I'll go rescue Joshua. If it's the one place he is-its at the beach. The mermaids are there."" He grasped his bow and half the tavern marched out with him. Harque stayed at Beardblack's side.</div></blockquote><br/>The men that marched towards Joshua encountered Tonwit. One of the men named Kong says ""Look who it, boys; Tonwit the Twit. Stay out of this or we'll go right through you. Don't think we won't? There's 50 of us and only 3 of you. If I were you, I'd be begging for my life right about now."" The men slowly walk closer to Tonwit with their swords out. <br/><br/>Meanwhile, the men that were tasked at killing Beardblack head back to the ship and gather harpoons and bows. The men then drink the rum onboard and talk about their plans for killing Beardblack. <br/><br/>At the tavern, Beardblack takes another swig and says to Harque ""Where is Greenblossom? Is she safe? I fear for the life of Tonwit as well, but now I need to know about Greenblossom's security. Damn it man, tell me!"" Beardblack begins to violently shake Harque.</div></blockquote><br/>""You'll be going no further,"" Tonwit said, aiming his bow. ""And you're all trapped on the island now; the mermaids tore your ship apart earlier. And there are a whole lot more of us than you think."" Two cats leaped out of the bushes as he said that, and elves swung from behind the group, arrow on the string. ""You'd best surrender. Put down your weapons and you'll be treated kindly. Any kind of resistance will be put down immediately. And killing me isn't a good idea; especially on my own land."""
15498,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=350,2015-01-12T13:15:00,New Abrahammia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Osnil <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23113009#p23113009"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23107843#p23107843"">wrote</a>:</cite>The men that marched towards Joshua encountered Tonwit. One of the men named Kong says ""Look who it, boys; Tonwit the Twit. Stay out of this or we'll go right through you. Don't think we won't? There's 50 of us and only 3 of you. If I were you, I'd be begging for my life right about now."" The men slowly walk closer to Tonwit with their swords out. <br/><br/>Meanwhile, the men that were tasked at killing Beardblack head back to the ship and gather harpoons and bows. The men then drink the rum onboard and talk about their plans for killing Beardblack. <br/><br/>At the tavern, Beardblack takes another swig and says to Harque ""Where is Greenblossom? Is she safe? I fear for the life of Tonwit as well, but now I need to know about Greenblossom's security. Damn it man, tell me!"" Beardblack begins to violently shake Harque.</div></blockquote><br/>""You'll be going no further,"" Tonwit said, aiming his bow. ""And you're all trapped on the island now; the mermaids tore your ship apart earlier. And there are a whole lot more of us than you think."" Two cats leaped out of the bushes as he said that, and elves swung from behind the group, arrow on the string. ""You'd best surrender. Put down your weapons and you'll be treated kindly. Any kind of resistance will be put down immediately. And killing me isn't a good idea; especially on my own land.""</div></blockquote><br/>The men hold still for a moment before Kong threw his sword at Tonwit, which spun horizontally towards his abdomen. Kong simultaneously shouts ""No!"" After this, ~40 men towards the back of the group spun around and charged at the elven archers. The men held their swords sideways in front of their necks to protect them from arrows. ~5 men headed towards the 2 cats, though they were still puzzled by how there were<span style=""font-weight: bold"">bushes on beach</span>. The rest of the men charged at Tonwit and Joshua. Joshua said ""I think we're fucked."" He then grabs a hold on Ara and shouts ""Hurry! Swim! Please!""<br/><br/>Meanwhile, back at the ship that mermaids were busy tearing apart, some of the crew onboard sliced open barrels of rum before tossing them into the sea. The plan was to impair their vision or make them drunk. The men were not afraid of drowning after the ship sinks, as it is still docked, meaning they could swim back there quite easily. The men that are not trying to make the mermaids drunk are taking crates of weapons and gold off the ship. They know they cannot grab them all in time, so they instead carry one crate off the ship before taking out whaling harpoons. If the mermaids try to surface to avoid the rum, they'll use the harpoons.<br/><br/>Back at the tavern, Beardblack was getting annoyed by Harque not answering him about Greenblossom. He grabs Harque's belt and the top of his shirt to use as handles. Beardblack then picks up Harque and slides him across the counter, knocking down everyone's drink. Beardblack then goes to Harque and shouts in his face ""Is Greenblossom okay?"""
15499,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=350,2015-01-12T13:38:00,Osnil,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23114108#p23114108"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Osnil <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23113009#p23113009"">wrote</a>:</cite>""You'll be going no further,"" Tonwit said, aiming his bow. ""And you're all trapped on the island now; the mermaids tore your ship apart earlier. And there are a whole lot more of us than you think."" Two cats leaped out of the bushes as he said that, and elves swung from behind the group, arrow on the string. ""You'd best surrender. Put down your weapons and you'll be treated kindly. Any kind of resistance will be put down immediately. And killing me isn't a good idea; especially on my own land.""</div></blockquote><br/>The men hold still for a moment before Kong threw his sword at Tonwit, which spun horizontally towards his abdomen. Kong simultaneously shouts ""No!"" After this, ~40 men towards the back of the group spun around and charged at the elven archers. The men held their swords sideways in front of their necks to protect them from arrows. ~5 men headed towards the 2 cats, though they were still puzzled by how there were <span style=""font-weight: bold"">bushes on beach</span>. The rest of the men charged at Tonwit and Joshua. Joshua said ""I think we're fucked."" He then grabs a hold on Ara and shouts ""Hurry! Swim! Please!"" <br/><br/>Meanwhile, back at the ship that mermaids were busy tearing apart, some of the crew onboard sliced open barrels of rum before tossing them into the sea. The plan was to impair their vision or make them drunk. The men were not afraid of drowning after the ship sinks, as it is still docked, meaning they could swim back there quite easily. The men that are not trying to make the mermaids drunk are taking crates of weapons and gold off the ship. They know they cannot grab them all in time, so they instead carry one crate off the ship before taking out whaling harpoons. If the mermaids try to surface to avoid the rum, they'll use the harpoons. <br/><br/>Back at the tavern, Beardblack was getting annoyed by Harque not answering him about Greenblossom. He grabs Harque's belt and the top of his shirt to use as handles. Beardblack then picks up Harque and slides him across the counter, knocking down everyone's drink. Beardblack then goes to Harque and shouts in his face ""Is Greenblossom okay?""</div></blockquote><br/>The sky turned black as the mermaids burst into a song of war and triumph. Lightning flashed as the battle began. Tonwit looked up at the sky, smiled and said, ""We aren't in trouble, Joshua."" From the sky descended the mighty Pegasus-the most dangerous weapon in war and the most beautiful in peace. Fire shot from their mouths. In the sea, the mermaids struggled against the ale as they tore the ship apart. Then help came from above. Arrows flew at the men on the ship dumping ale into the sea. ""Who dares to attempt to kill the hero of Idrra? You have turned against him and this island turns against you,"" a voice thundered. A black figure in the sky, whose wings were aflame descended with fifty angels from above and drew their swords. Mermaids tore at the wood holding the ship together.<br/>Back at the tavern, Harque replied nervously, ""She fetched help. Watch the sky. You and Joshua are not in trouble; far from it. You might end up here forever. The mermaids are attacking the group getting the weapons on the ship. Angels have been sent to help them. Tonwit and the others are on the beach. The Pegasus have unleashed their fury on them."""
15500,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=350,2015-01-12T15:25:00,New Abrahammia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Osnil <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23114320#p23114320"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23114108#p23114108"">wrote</a>:</cite>The men hold still for a moment before Kong threw his sword at Tonwit, which spun horizontally towards his abdomen. Kong simultaneously shouts ""No!"" After this, ~40 men towards the back of the group spun around and charged at the elven archers. The men held their swords sideways in front of their necks to protect them from arrows. ~5 men headed towards the 2 cats, though they were still puzzled by how there were <span style=""font-weight: bold"">bushes on beach</span>. The rest of the men charged at Tonwit and Joshua. Joshua said ""I think we're fucked."" He then grabs a hold on Ara and shouts ""Hurry! Swim! Please!"" <br/><br/>Meanwhile, back at the ship that mermaids were busy tearing apart, some of the crew onboard sliced open barrels of rum before tossing them into the sea. The plan was to impair their vision or make them drunk. The men were not afraid of drowning after the ship sinks, as it is still docked, meaning they could swim back there quite easily. The men that are not trying to make the mermaids drunk are taking crates of weapons and gold off the ship. They know they cannot grab them all in time, so they instead carry one crate off the ship before taking out whaling harpoons. If the mermaids try to surface to avoid the rum, they'll use the harpoons. <br/><br/>Back at the tavern, Beardblack was getting annoyed by Harque not answering him about Greenblossom. He grabs Harque's belt and the top of his shirt to use as handles. Beardblack then picks up Harque and slides him across the counter, knocking down everyone's drink. Beardblack then goes to Harque and shouts in his face ""Is Greenblossom okay?""</div></blockquote><br/>The sky turned black as the mermaids burst into a song of war and triumph. Lightning flashed as the battle began. Tonwit looked up at the sky, smiled and said, ""We aren't in trouble, Joshua."" From the sky descended the mighty Pegasus-the most dangerous weapon in war and the most beautiful in peace. Fire shot from their mouths. In the sea, the mermaids struggled against the ale as they tore the ship apart. Then help came from above. Arrows flew at the men on the ship dumping ale into the sea. ""Who dares to attempt to kill the hero of Idrra? You have turned against him and this island turns against you,"" a voice thundered. A black figure in the sky, whose wings were aflame descended with fifty angels from above and drew their swords. Mermaids tore at the wood holding the ship together.<br/>Back at the tavern, Harque replied nervously, ""She fetched help. Watch the sky. You and Joshua are not in trouble; far from it. You might end up here forever. The mermaids are attacking the group getting the weapons on the ship. Angels have been sent to help them. Tonwit and the others are on the beach. The Pegasus have unleashed their fury on them.""</div></blockquote><br/>The men in the beach fought valiantly against the elves firing their arrows, but eventually, the men were defeated by the Pegasus, who claimed the lives of a few friendlies in the crossfire. The men that fought the tigers had slain them, then fled into the woods, thinking that the Pegasus wouldn't burn them there as that would set the whole forest ablaze. Tonwit was currently locked in a battle with Kong, who had picked up one of his fallen brethren's swords to replace the one he threw. Kong always positioned himself in a manner so that Tonwit's back was towards the Pegasus. This was to prevent the Pegasus from breathing fire on him, as it would hit Tonwit as well. Joshua wasn't watching the battle, as he was too busy swimming away.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, Beardblack was holding Harque by the lapel and slapping him. ""Mermaids are sinking<span style=""font-style: italic"">my</span>ship? She's my pride and honor! I have to save her!"" Beardblack pushed Harque on his back and headed towards his ship. He was going to stop the fighting at the port.<br/><br/>Back at the ship, the men that were on the sinking ship swung to the port like in assassins creed 4. Some of them fell into the water, having to try to stab sharks in the face with whaling spears. The mermaids had sunk the ship, but were now intoxicated. The men being shot at with arrows were pinned behind crates to avoid getting hit."
15501,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=350,2015-01-12T15:33:00,Osnil,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23115500#p23115500"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Osnil <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23114320#p23114320"">wrote</a>:</cite>The sky turned black as the mermaids burst into a song of war and triumph. Lightning flashed as the battle began. Tonwit looked up at the sky, smiled and said, ""We aren't in trouble, Joshua."" From the sky descended the mighty Pegasus-the most dangerous weapon in war and the most beautiful in peace. Fire shot from their mouths. In the sea, the mermaids struggled against the ale as they tore the ship apart. Then help came from above. Arrows flew at the men on the ship dumping ale into the sea. ""Who dares to attempt to kill the hero of Idrra? You have turned against him and this island turns against you,"" a voice thundered. A black figure in the sky, whose wings were aflame descended with fifty angels from above and drew their swords. Mermaids tore at the wood holding the ship together.<br/>Back at the tavern, Harque replied nervously, ""She fetched help. Watch the sky. You and Joshua are not in trouble; far from it. You might end up here forever. The mermaids are attacking the group getting the weapons on the ship. Angels have been sent to help them. Tonwit and the others are on the beach. The Pegasus have unleashed their fury on them.""</div></blockquote><br/>The men in the beach fought valiantly against the elves firing their arrows, but eventually, the men were defeated by the Pegasus, who claimed the lives of a few friendlies in the crossfire. The men that fought the tigers had slain them, then fled into the woods, thinking that the Pegasus wouldn't burn them there as that would set the whole forest ablaze. Tonwit was currently locked in a battle with Kong, who had picked up one of his fallen brethren's swords to replace the one he threw. Kong always positioned himself in a manner so that Tonwit's back was towards the Pegasus. This was to prevent the Pegasus from breathing fire on him, as it would hit Tonwit as well. Joshua wasn't watching the battle, as he was too busy swimming away. <br/><br/>Meanwhile, Beardblack was holding Harque by the lapel and slapping him. ""Mermaids are sinking <span style=""font-style: italic"">my</span> ship? She's my pride and honor! I have to save her!"" Beardblack pushed Harque on his back and headed towards his ship. He was going to stop the fighting at the port.<br/><br/>Back at the ship, the men that were on the sinking ship swung to the port like in assassins creed 4. Some of them fell into the water, having to try to stab sharks in the face with whaling spears. The mermaids had sunk the ship, but were now intoxicated. The men being shot at with arrows were pinned behind crates to avoid getting hit.</div></blockquote><br/>Tonwit swung his sword and said, ""Coward! You mutiny your captain and attempt to murder your former captain. Your ship is sunk and your men fleeing. Give up now and you can live."" The Centaurs quickly hunted down the crew hiding in the wood. Tonwit flew upward and onto the back of the Pegasus. He said, ""Surrender now or be toast, Kong. You're finished.""<br/>The angels quickly pursued the men on the beach and Centaurs ambushed from the woods. The lead angel said, ""Drop your weapons or we'll put ours through you."" The angels on the sinking ship grabbed the remaining crew and dragged them kicking and screaming to the Eldar City's Dungeons."
15502,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=350,2015-01-12T15:57:00,New Abrahammia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Osnil <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23115586#p23115586"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23115500#p23115500"">wrote</a>:</cite>The men in the beach fought valiantly against the elves firing their arrows, but eventually, the men were defeated by the Pegasus, who claimed the lives of a few friendlies in the crossfire. The men that fought the tigers had slain them, then fled into the woods, thinking that the Pegasus wouldn't burn them there as that would set the whole forest ablaze. Tonwit was currently locked in a battle with Kong, who had picked up one of his fallen brethren's swords to replace the one he threw. Kong always positioned himself in a manner so that Tonwit's back was towards the Pegasus. This was to prevent the Pegasus from breathing fire on him, as it would hit Tonwit as well. Joshua wasn't watching the battle, as he was too busy swimming away. <br/><br/>Meanwhile, Beardblack was holding Harque by the lapel and slapping him. ""Mermaids are sinking <span style=""font-style: italic"">my</span> ship? She's my pride and honor! I have to save her!"" Beardblack pushed Harque on his back and headed towards his ship. He was going to stop the fighting at the port.<br/><br/>Back at the ship, the men that were on the sinking ship swung to the port like in assassins creed 4. Some of them fell into the water, having to try to stab sharks in the face with whaling spears. The mermaids had sunk the ship, but were now intoxicated. The men being shot at with arrows were pinned behind crates to avoid getting hit.</div></blockquote><br/>Tonwit swung his sword and said, ""Coward! You mutiny your captain and attempt to murder your former captain. Your ship is sunk and your men fleeing. Give up now and you can live."" The Centaurs quickly hunted down the crew hiding in the wood. Tonwit flew upward and onto the back of the Pegasus. He said, ""Surrender now or be toast, Kong. You're finished.""<br/>The angels quickly pursued the men on the beach and Centaurs ambushed from the woods. The lead angel said, ""Drop your weapons or we'll put ours through you."" The angels on the sinking ship grabbed the remaining crew and dragged them kicking and screaming to the Eldar City's Dungeons.</div></blockquote><br/>The crew being taken from the sinking ship stab the Angels with harpoons, allowing only a few to be taken. The men knew they couldn't win, but just wanted to take as many of them down as possible. The men in the woods that were being tracked down by centaurs took out a flint and steel and set fire to the woods. This could make the Centaurs retreat or just kill them along with the forest. Either way, it was better than being killed by centaurs. Kong thrown his sword in a straight line upward in an attempt to impale the Pegasus from the stomach.<br/><br/>Beardblack had arrived at the scene at the port and kicked the man commanding the archers in the bollocks. Beardblack tells the man ""What the actual fuck is wrong with you? You don't go around sinking heroes ships. You know how long I've sailed on that ship? A long time! Call your boys off right now. I don't care if they stab me, make my walk the plank, or whatever they do. All I know is I don't want you desecrating the SS Niatpac.""<br/><br/>Meanwhile, another Anihc crewmember not part of the revolt nor lead by Joshua (he was lead by a seperate, irrelevant captain) looks at the battle and says ""Tsk, tsk, tsk. I told them it was a bad idea to get involved in there lives."" Before walking away."
15503,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=350,2015-01-12T22:59:00,Harndar,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">UDKG, Alron Palace</span></span><br/><br/>Goran sits down on his throne, walking for someone, to walk in, while he was waiting, he imagine his cousins, Rolo, Colo saying he was a disgrace of Gordebul and will send Gordebul back into anarchy. He was hated by his great uncle's line except for the parents. Goran sighed and heard his door open. It was elite messenger, although the lords didn't decide where to meet for a meeting, plus they didn't EVEN plan a meeting at all.<br/><br/>""Well, this is strange,"" Goran spoke to the messenger,""No meetings?""<br/><br/>The messenger nodded,"" The lords have told me that the area is now to small to live in so they sent me to say to you that they wish to expand north.""<br/><br/>""Is there anyone over there?""<br/><br/>The messenger shakes his head"" We heard no one claimed that land and there are plenty of resources.""<br/><br/>It took a few mins. to make a decision, then Goran spoke, ""Very well, tell the lords that they can expand north and settle there, as long as they don't fight.""<br/><br/>The messenger nodded and exited the palace, ready to tell the news to the Dwarven lords."
15504,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=350,2015-01-13T05:01:00,Osnil,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23115914#p23115914"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Osnil <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23115586#p23115586"">wrote</a>:</cite>Tonwit swung his sword and said, ""Coward! You mutiny your captain and attempt to murder your former captain. Your ship is sunk and your men fleeing. Give up now and you can live."" The Centaurs quickly hunted down the crew hiding in the wood. Tonwit flew upward and onto the back of the Pegasus. He said, ""Surrender now or be toast, Kong. You're finished.""<br/>The angels quickly pursued the men on the beach and Centaurs ambushed from the woods. The lead angel said, ""Drop your weapons or we'll put ours through you."" The angels on the sinking ship grabbed the remaining crew and dragged them kicking and screaming to the Eldar City's Dungeons.</div></blockquote><br/>The crew being taken from the sinking ship stab the Angels with harpoons, allowing only a few to be taken. The men knew they couldn't win, but just wanted to take as many of them down as possible. The men in the woods that were being tracked down by centaurs took out a flint and steel and set fire to the woods. This could make the Centaurs retreat or just kill them along with the forest. Either way, it was better than being killed by centaurs. Kong thrown his sword in a straight line upward in an attempt to impale the Pegasus from the stomach. <br/><br/>Beardblack had arrived at the scene at the port and kicked the man commanding the archers in the bollocks. Beardblack tells the man ""What the actual fuck is wrong with you? You don't go around sinking heroes ships. You know how long I've sailed on that ship? A long time! Call your boys off right now. I don't care if they stab me, make my walk the plank, or whatever they do. All I know is I don't want you desecrating the SS Niatpac.""<br/><br/>Meanwhile, another Anihc crewmember not part of the revolt nor lead by Joshua (he was lead by a seperate, irrelevant captain) looks at the battle and says ""Tsk, tsk, tsk. I told them it was a bad idea to get involved in there lives."" Before walking away.</div></blockquote><br/>The lead angel fell to the ground and said, ""It's not sunk-yet. It's repairable. The trees will give you wood.""<br/><br/>Shouts of, ""Fire! Fire!"" soon covered the island. But the fairies, who had skill in water magic, quickly put down that cry. The Centaurs quickly rounded up the men who started the fire. The whole island would be in an uproar soon.<br/><br/>The sword slammed right into the stomach of the Pegasus, and Tonwit fired a shot right at Kong's head. The Pegasus fell to the ground and Tonwit ran forward and grabbed Kong by the collar with one hand and began punching him with the other."
15505,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=350,2015-01-13T13:12:00,New Abrahammia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Osnil <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23121423#p23121423"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23115914#p23115914"">wrote</a>:</cite>The crew being taken from the sinking ship stab the Angels with harpoons, allowing only a few to be taken. The men knew they couldn't win, but just wanted to take as many of them down as possible. The men in the woods that were being tracked down by centaurs took out a flint and steel and set fire to the woods. This could make the Centaurs retreat or just kill them along with the forest. Either way, it was better than being killed by centaurs. Kong thrown his sword in a straight line upward in an attempt to impale the Pegasus from the stomach. <br/><br/>Beardblack had arrived at the scene at the port and kicked the man commanding the archers in the bollocks. Beardblack tells the man ""What the actual fuck is wrong with you? You don't go around sinking heroes ships. You know how long I've sailed on that ship? A long time! Call your boys off right now. I don't care if they stab me, make my walk the plank, or whatever they do. All I know is I don't want you desecrating the SS Niatpac.""<br/><br/>Meanwhile, another Anihc crewmember not part of the revolt nor lead by Joshua (he was lead by a seperate, irrelevant captain) looks at the battle and says ""Tsk, tsk, tsk. I told them it was a bad idea to get involved in there lives."" Before walking away.</div></blockquote><br/>The lead angel fell to the ground and said, ""It's not sunk-yet. It's repairable. The trees will give you wood.""<br/><br/>Shouts of, ""Fire! Fire!"" soon covered the island. But the fairies, who had skill in water magic, quickly put down that cry. The Centaurs quickly rounded up the men who started the fire. The whole island would be in an uproar soon.<br/><br/>The sword slammed right into the stomach of the Pegasus, and Tonwit fired a shot right at Kong's head. The Pegasus fell to the ground and Tonwit ran forward and grabbed Kong by the collar with one hand and began punching him with the other.</div></blockquote><br/>Beardblack falls to his knees looking at the ship and says to the lead angel ""Those men. I could've saved then. It's all my fault most of them are dead and the rest were carted off to the stocks. If I hadn't decided to run off with some tree lady, they would still be alive."" Beardblack stood up and looked at the lead angel straight in the eye. ""Let me speak with the warden. Have me take their place in the dungeon. I may not be able to take the place of the ones who died, but I can sure take their place in the cells.""<br/><br/>Meanwhile, on the beach, Kong shifted his body to the side as much as Tonwit's grip could allow and avoided one of the punches and, using this second of not being punched in the face, grabbed Tonwit's wing. Kong pulled the wing underneath his armpit as if he was trying to give it a headlock. Joshua, who was watching this fight, turned to Ara and said ""Fancy a shag?"""
15506,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=350,2015-01-13T14:09:00,Osnil,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23125049#p23125049"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Osnil <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23121423#p23121423"">wrote</a>:</cite>The lead angel fell to the ground and said, ""It's not sunk-yet. It's repairable. The trees will give you wood.""<br/><br/>Shouts of, ""Fire! Fire!"" soon covered the island. But the fairies, who had skill in water magic, quickly put down that cry. The Centaurs quickly rounded up the men who started the fire. The whole island would be in an uproar soon.<br/><br/>The sword slammed right into the stomach of the Pegasus, and Tonwit fired a shot right at Kong's head. The Pegasus fell to the ground and Tonwit ran forward and grabbed Kong by the collar with one hand and began punching him with the other.</div></blockquote><br/>Beardblack falls to his knees looking at the ship and says to the lead angel ""Those men. I could've saved then. It's all my fault most of them are dead and the rest were carted off to the stocks. If I hadn't decided to run off with some tree lady, they would still be alive."" Beardblack stood up and looked at the lead angel straight in the eye. ""Let me speak with the warden. Have me take their place in the dungeon. I may not be able to take the place of the ones who died, but I can sure take their place in the cells.""<br/><br/>Meanwhile, on the beach, Kong shifted his body to the side as much as Tonwit's grip could allow and avoided one of the punches and, using this second of not being punched in the face, grabbed Tonwit's wing. Kong pulled the wing underneath his armpit as if he was trying to give it a headlock. Joshua, who was watching this fight, turned to Ara and said ""Fancy a shag?""</div></blockquote><br/>Tonwit pulled back, leaving Kong's armpit full of feathers, and gave Kong a swift kick aimed directly at the shin. He then leaped on Kong.<br/>Ara shook her head no to Joshua's question, ""Shouldn't you be helping?""<br/><br/>The lead angel on the beach looked at Beardblack's eyes. ""You would take the place of the very men who were going to kill you?"" The angel, Varian, was impressed. The captain was going to take the place of his men in the prison."
15507,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=350,2015-01-13T18:40:00,New Abrahammia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Osnil <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23125715#p23125715"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23125049#p23125049"">wrote</a>:</cite>Beardblack falls to his knees looking at the ship and says to the lead angel ""Those men. I could've saved then. It's all my fault most of them are dead and the rest were carted off to the stocks. If I hadn't decided to run off with some tree lady, they would still be alive."" Beardblack stood up and looked at the lead angel straight in the eye. ""Let me speak with the warden. Have me take their place in the dungeon. I may not be able to take the place of the ones who died, but I can sure take their place in the cells.""<br/><br/>Meanwhile, on the beach, Kong shifted his body to the side as much as Tonwit's grip could allow and avoided one of the punches and, using this second of not being punched in the face, grabbed Tonwit's wing. Kong pulled the wing underneath his armpit as if he was trying to give it a headlock. Joshua, who was watching this fight, turned to Ara and said ""Fancy a shag?""</div></blockquote><br/>Tonwit pulled back, leaving Kong's armpit full of feathers, and gave Kong a swift kick aimed directly at the shin. He then leaped on Kong.<br/>Ara shook her head no to Joshua's question, ""Shouldn't you be helping?""<br/><br/>The lead angel on the beach looked at Beardblack's eyes. ""You would take the place of the very men who were going to kill you?"" The angel, Varian, was impressed. The captain was going to take the place of his men in the prison.</div></blockquote><br/>Beardblack marched to the dungeon and said to the warden ""Sir, my crew that you've arrested are innocent. But I am not. You see, it was my negligence and poor decision making that caused them to revolt. What I want you to do,"" Beardblack put his wrists together ""Is clasp me in irons and have me replace my crew you've locked up. Only then will justice be served.""<br/><br/>Meanwhile, Kong had just received a kick to the shin, but sidestepped to Tonwit's attempt of leaping on him. Kong then grabbed Tonwit's wing to use as a handle when side kicking Tonwit. Joshua said to the mermaid ""Nah, I'm sure Tonwit'll be fine."" Joshua put his arm around Ara and watched the fight as if it were a play."
15508,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=350,2015-01-14T12:45:00,Renetopia,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Greater Maltan Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23102830#p23102830"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""color: #FF0000"">The Bulwark, Dwarvenlands (Kerorem)</span></span></span><br/><br/>A single runner can be seen exiting through the gate of the sun, a massive outrider makes his way towards the Dwarvenlands holding with him an envelope for the High Council<br/><br/>High Council,<br/><br/>""I seek a diplomatic envoy to meet at the Gate of the Sun so that we might discuss the opening of trading between our mighty nations, as well as other pacts that might allow for our nations to continue to assist one another."" <br/><br/>-Unsigned- </div></blockquote><br/>The outrider's run didn't go unnoticed for too long. Halfling spies had noticed him a short while into his journey and went on to alert the High Council. The man came from the Imperium, but didn't seem dangerous.<br/><br/>The High Council was alerted. After a long meeting, they decided to hear what the man has to say, as long as he means no harm.<hr/>A small convoy of Dwarves and Gnomes greeted the man and along with him went to the city of Kerboms to where the High Council resides. The man was even allowed inside the city and became the first Human to visit a Dwarvish city.<br/><br/>The man was, as anyone could see, amazed by the underground metropolis. Eyes wide and mouth agape, he walked to the palace of the High Council and entered along with the convoy.<br/><br/>He gave his letter to the High Council members. After a lot of hushed talks and silent agreements, it was decided that a diplomatic envoy will meet at the Gate of the Sun. A message was written, confirming the decision and given to the man so that he could send it to the Imperium."
15509,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=350,2015-01-16T08:54:00,Osnil,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23129447#p23129447"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Osnil <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23125715#p23125715"">wrote</a>:</cite>Tonwit pulled back, leaving Kong's armpit full of feathers, and gave Kong a swift kick aimed directly at the shin. He then leaped on Kong.<br/>Ara shook her head no to Joshua's question, ""Shouldn't you be helping?""<br/><br/>The lead angel on the beach looked at Beardblack's eyes. ""You would take the place of the very men who were going to kill you?"" The angel, Varian, was impressed. The captain was going to take the place of his men in the prison.</div></blockquote><br/>Beardblack marched to the dungeon and said to the warden ""Sir, my crew that you've arrested are innocent. But I am not. You see, it was my negligence and poor decision making that caused them to revolt. What I want you to do,"" Beardblack put his wrists together ""Is clasp me in irons and have me replace my crew you've locked up. Only then will justice be served.""<br/><br/>Meanwhile, Kong had just received a kick to the shin, but sidestepped to Tonwit's attempt of leaping on him. Kong then grabbed Tonwit's wing to use as a handle when side kicking Tonwit. Joshua said to the mermaid ""Nah, I'm sure Tonwit'll be fine."" Joshua put his arm around Ara and watched the fight as if it were a play.</div></blockquote><br/>Ara broke free of Joshua's arms and said, ""You men are all the same-all you want is to shag mermaids and dryads. You have no care for honor. She then dove underwater and came back carrying a trident.<br/><br/>Tonwit, in the meanwhile had received a sidekick. He grabbed Kong by the legs, and tossed him to the ground. The Centaurs, in the meanwhile, had recovered all the crewmen in the forest.<br/>The Jail-warden, Boque, said, ""We have met no one with greater honor. You would take the place of men who tried to kill you by saying that it is your fault. However, I have a better idea. I would like you and the surviving crewmen to repair your ship. You may supervise them if you wish. And the dryads will give you all the wood you need."""
15510,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=350,2015-01-16T13:14:00,New Abrahammia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Osnil <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23158295#p23158295"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23129447#p23129447"">wrote</a>:</cite>Beardblack marched to the dungeon and said to the warden ""Sir, my crew that you've arrested are innocent. But I am not. You see, it was my negligence and poor decision making that caused them to revolt. What I want you to do,"" Beardblack put his wrists together ""Is clasp me in irons and have me replace my crew you've locked up. Only then will justice be served.""<br/><br/>Meanwhile, Kong had just received a kick to the shin, but sidestepped to Tonwit's attempt of leaping on him. Kong then grabbed Tonwit's wing to use as a handle when side kicking Tonwit. Joshua said to the mermaid ""Nah, I'm sure Tonwit'll be fine."" Joshua put his arm around Ara and watched the fight as if it were a play.</div></blockquote><br/>Ara broke free of Joshua's arms and said, ""You men are all the same-all you want is to shag mermaids and dryads. You have no care for honor. She then dove underwater and came back carrying a trident.<br/><br/>Tonwit, in the meanwhile had received a sidekick. He grabbed Kong by the legs, and tossed him to the ground. The Centaurs, in the meanwhile, had recovered all the crewmen in the forest.<br/>The Jail-warden, Boque, said, ""We have met no one with greater honor. You would take the place of men who tried to kill you by saying that it is your fault. However, I have a better idea. I would like you and the surviving crewmen to repair your ship. You may supervise them if you wish. And the dryads will give you all the wood you need.""</div></blockquote><br/>Joshua's eyes dilated as he slowly stepped away from the water. ""Woah, hold your horses, Ara. Don't do anything you might regret, like stabbing me or sing your war song. Just-"" Joshua ran away from the beach, really hoping she wouldn't sing her song. He made sure to stay at least 5 meters away from the canals. Joshua then went back to the boat to see if he'd have better luck with drunk mermaids (He knew of the spill because he saw rum coming down the canal).<br/>Kong had hit the sand pretty hard, and had destroyed a sand castle in doing so. Kong jumped back on his feet and attempted to throw a punch at him, although he expected it to be blocked or dodged.<br/>Beardblack stares at the warden and says ""If we accept being exiled from here, promise me one thing; I need Greenblossom to go to Anihc, but in a seperate boat, a week behind our ship. That way, I can still tell my men that I gave up on her while still being able to reunite with her. Back in Anihc, that is."""
15511,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=350,2015-01-16T14:30:00,Osnil,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23160657#p23160657"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Osnil <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23158295#p23158295"">wrote</a>:</cite>Ara broke free of Joshua's arms and said, ""You men are all the same-all you want is to shag mermaids and dryads. You have no care for honor. She then dove underwater and came back carrying a trident.<br/><br/>Tonwit, in the meanwhile had received a sidekick. He grabbed Kong by the legs, and tossed him to the ground. The Centaurs, in the meanwhile, had recovered all the crewmen in the forest.<br/>The Jail-warden, Boque, said, ""We have met no one with greater honor. You would take the place of men who tried to kill you by saying that it is your fault. However, I have a better idea. I would like you and the surviving crewmen to repair your ship. You may supervise them if you wish. And the dryads will give you all the wood you need.""</div></blockquote><br/>Joshua's eyes dilated as he slowly stepped away from the water. ""Woah, hold your horses, Ara. Don't do anything you might regret, like stabbing me or sing your war song. Just-"" Joshua ran away from the beach, really hoping she wouldn't sing her song. He made sure to stay at least 5 meters away from the canals. Joshua then went back to the boat to see if he'd have better luck with drunk mermaids (He knew of the spill because he saw rum coming down the canal). <br/>Kong had hit the sand pretty hard, and had destroyed a sand castle in doing so. Kong jumped back on his feet and attempted to throw a punch at him, although he expected it to be blocked or dodged. <br/>Beardblack stares at the warden and says ""If we accept being exiled from here, promise me one thing; I need Greenblossom to go to Anihc, but in a seperate boat, a week behind our ship. That way, I can still tell my men that I gave up on her while still being able to reunite with her. Back in Anihc, that is.""</div></blockquote><br/>Tonwit ducked the punch as Ara threw her trident. Tonwit lay flat on the ground as the trident sailed through the air.<br/><br/>The warden said, ""You're not being exiled. A captain who can take such responsibility for his actions is indeed one whom this island welcomes. Your men, however, are not. They may not come back. If you choose to come back, they may not come with you. If they do, this island will be less welcoming."""
15512,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=350,2015-01-16T23:44:00,New Abrahammia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Osnil <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23161369#p23161369"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23160657#p23160657"">wrote</a>:</cite>Joshua's eyes dilated as he slowly stepped away from the water. ""Woah, hold your horses, Ara. Don't do anything you might regret, like stabbing me or sing your war song. Just-"" Joshua ran away from the beach, really hoping she wouldn't sing her song. He made sure to stay at least 5 meters away from the canals. Joshua then went back to the boat to see if he'd have better luck with drunk mermaids (He knew of the spill because he saw rum coming down the canal). <br/>Kong had hit the sand pretty hard, and had destroyed a sand castle in doing so. Kong jumped back on his feet and attempted to throw a punch at him, although he expected it to be blocked or dodged. <br/>Beardblack stares at the warden and says ""If we accept being exiled from here, promise me one thing; I need Greenblossom to go to Anihc, but in a seperate boat, a week behind our ship. That way, I can still tell my men that I gave up on her while still being able to reunite with her. Back in Anihc, that is.""</div></blockquote><br/>Tonwit ducked the punch as Ara threw her trident. Tonwit lay flat on the ground as the trident sailed through the air.<br/><br/>The warden said, ""You're not being exiled. A captain who can take such responsibility for his actions is indeed one whom this island welcomes. Your men, however, are not. They may not come back. If you choose to come back, they may not come with you. If they do, this island will be less welcoming.""</div></blockquote><br/>Kong had fallen on Tonwit. After a moment, Tonwit realized the trident in Kong's back, which caused Kong to die.<br/>Beardblack said to the warden ""I am not planning to come back to this island. Too many… memories. I want to simply sail back to Anihc, elope with Greenblossom, and write a book on my trip to Idrra. Please do not miss me."""
15513,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=375,2015-01-19T08:43:00,Osnil,"<blockquote><div><cite>New Abrahammia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23165911#p23165911"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Osnil <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324594&amp;p=23161369#p23161369"">wrote</a>:</cite>Tonwit ducked the punch as Ara threw her trident. Tonwit lay flat on the ground as the trident sailed through the air.<br/><br/>The warden said, ""You're not being exiled. A captain who can take such responsibility for his actions is indeed one whom this island welcomes. Your men, however, are not. They may not come back. If you choose to come back, they may not come with you. If they do, this island will be less welcoming.""</div></blockquote><br/>Kong had fallen on Tonwit. After a moment, Tonwit realized the trident in Kong's back, which caused Kong to die. <br/>Beardblack said to the warden ""I am not planning to come back to this island. Too many… memories. I want to simply sail back to Anihc, elope with Greenblossom, and write a book on my trip to Idrra. Please do not miss me.""</div></blockquote><br/>The warden sighed. ""We will respect your wishes. No one will mourn your leaving.""<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ayre and his elves</span><br/>Ayre had finally reached Vallorion. He and his fifty elves began their long trek toward the capital."
15514,A Fantasy Earth IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324594&start=375,2015-01-25T11:17:00,Harndar,"<img alt=""Image"" src=""http://fc02.deviantart.net/fs70/f/2010/082/8/7/In_Dwarfs___land_by_Ozakuya.jpg""/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">UDKG, Northern Lands</span><br/><br/>At the camp of the Northern Lands, Goran walked around the camp, keeping things in order. A group of Dwarves suddenly approached him while he was keeping track of everything.<br/><br/>""Lord Goran,"" The leader said stands out from the rest of his group,"" We have reports of many camps of Barbarians, what say we you to them?""<br/><br/>""Try to convince them to join us,"" Goran said,"" I do not wish to wipe them out of this world simply because we will inhabit some of their lands, but if it gets nasty with the barbarians, you have my permission to use force.""<br/><br/>The leader of the group nodded, but had to say this out of his mind, ""Sir, so many Dwarven kingdom were here before, but were laid to rest because of the invader's might, are you willing to revive some of those kingdoms?""<br/><br/>Goran looked at the leader, although he didn't plan to revive once Dwarven kingdoms, he has a feeling it was going to help the dwarves in the long run, and would increase morale."" Although I do not promise, but I will try to retake those kingdoms of the old."" He said<br/><br/>The leader smiled in delight,"" Thank you Sir."" The leader said then went with his group to explore more of the Northern Lands of North America."
15515,"The Streets of Knox , a Need For Speed RP (IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324599,2014-12-22T16:20:00,Chistanad,"<span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Knox City</span></span></span><br/><br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324054"" rel=""nofollow"">OOC Thread</a><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://img3.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20120312190806/nfsworldinfo/images/thumb/3/35/Downtownfromfortuna.jpg/800px-Downtownfromfortuna.jpg""/><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i369.photobucket.com/albums/oo132/Dillano609/NFSExpansionMap.jpg""/><br/><br/>A city that is filled with crime and destruction. Small time thugs went from settling disputes in bars to settling them on the road. Over time four large groups: The Heights Drifters, The Exotic Racers, The Downtown Rebels, and Eastside Maulers, took over the underground racing scene in Knox City. Over the years the police has increased in their tactics to stop the racers. Even though the cops took down high ranking racers the racing scene is still going strong.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Knox City Police Department</span></span></span><br/>Motto:<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">""The most ruthless agency in the state.""</span></span><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/AIsYGOI.jpg""/><br/><br/>The KCPD has recently gone under massive change to deal with the ever changing underground racing scene. The police are highly equipt with state-of-the-art police cruisers. Even going undercover to knock down high-ranking racers. The police are very aggressive even destroying their own cars to take down the racers.<br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.vicioplanet.net/wp-content/uploads/image/an%C3%A1lisis/NFS%20The%20Run/Need-for-Speed-The-Run-Screenshot6.jpg""/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">KCPD Cars</span></span><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""List of Police Cars""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Police Cruiser<br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""https://i.ytimg.com/vi/d9VSfwgZUxM/sddefault.jpg""/><br/><br/>Police Concept<br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.66xue.com/uploads/article/2014/4/2/c9f71a2527dd5a8b01d28ee34d02f29b.jpg""/><br/><br/>County Police Cruiser<br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.wallpapershub.in/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/Dodge-Police-Car-Wallpaper-Desktop3.jpg""/><br/><br/>Speed Enforcement (County)<br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://gamer.portail.free.fr/mid/p1358/need_for_speed_most_wanted_1_13.jpg""/><br/><br/>State Police<br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.gamersbooth.com/images/niscop.jpg""/></div></div></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Groups In Knox City</span></span></span><br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Heights Drifters</span></span><br/>Info: The Heights Drifters are situated on the western side of town. The Heights Drifters are mainly about drifting competitions.<br/>Members:<br/><a href=""//www.nationstates.net/nation=Val Halla"">Val Halla</a>- Elliot Cartwright<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Exotic Racers</span></span><br/>Info: The Exotic Racers do exactly what there title says: they race exotic type cars. They normally stick to the northern side of town, above the river.<br/>Members:<br/><a href=""//www.nationstates.net/nation=Stormwrath"">Stormwrath</a>- Adelaide Silver<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Downtown Rebels</span></span><br/>Info: The Downtown Rebels race in any type of cars. They also race in any type of races. The Downtown Rebels tend to stick to Downtown Knox, the circle place south of the river.<br/>Members:<br/><a href=""//www.nationstates.net/nation=Stormwrath"">Stormwrath</a>- Jackie Bell<br/><a href=""//www.nationstates.net/nation=Conglomerate of Iron"">Conglomerate of Iron</a>- Maxine ""The Mauler Mueller<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Eastside Maulers</span></span><br/>Info: The Eastside Maulers normally race in import cars. They normally do drift or sprint type of races. They can be found south of downtown.<br/>Members:<br/><a href=""//www.nationstates.net/nation=Chistanad"">Chistanad</a>- John Freeman<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Knox City Police Department</span></span><br/>Info: The KCPD has recently gone under massive change to deal with the ever changing underground racing scene. The police are highly equipt with state-of-the-art police cruisers. Even going undercover to knock down high-ranking racers. The police are very aggressive even destroying their own cars to take down the racers.<br/>Members:<br/><a href=""//www.nationstates.net/nation=Chistanad"">Chistanad</a>- Ted Lerg<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">KCPD Undercover Unit</span></span><br/>Info: This is the underground sector of the KCPD. They infiltrate the gangs and try to take them down from the inside out.<br/>Members:<br/><a href=""//www.nationstates.net/nation=Stormwrath"">Stormwrath</a>- Rodney Zimmerman, The Exotic Racers<br/><a href=""//www.nationstates.net/nation=Soldati senza confini"">Soldati senza confini</a>- Charles Thompson, The Downtown Rebels<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Pursuit Techs</span></span></span><br/>Racers:<br/>1. Extreme Turbo Boost- Causes a short burst of speed to get rid of the police or to get into the lead.<br/>2. Spike- A modified spike that fits into the truck of the car. Could knock out any car behind you.<br/>3. EMP Burst- Sends an electromagnetic burst that temporary shuts down communications/ techs and even cars within a 100 foot radius for 5 seconds.<br/>4. Wheel Spikes- Makes a spike pops out of the tire and can destroy another cars tires.<br/><br/>Police:<br/>1. Backup- This on is obvious it sends two extra police cruisers to help aid in the pursuit.<br/>2. Helicopter- Sends a helicopter to follow the suspect and rarely drops spike strips.<br/>3. Spike (Car)- The police cruiser gets a modified spike in the truck of the car. Useful in knocking out a car behind you.<br/>4. Spike (Roadblock)- A modified roadblock with a spike strip in it.<br/>5. Roadblock- Puts a row of SUV's that block the road.<br/>6. EMP Launcher- Sends a small rod that penetrates and enemy car and shuts it down, for good. Unless the rod is taken out<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Rules</span></span></span>:<br/>1. I'm the OP. What I say goes.<br/>2. Be reasonable in your posts.<br/>3. No godmodding Ex. taking control of another persons character<br/>4. No oneliners, unless it is conversation between two characters.<br/>5. Minimum of a paragraph per post, around seven sentences. Come on anyone can do that.<br/>6. Respect other players.<br/>7. Have fun.<br/>8. Police use all of the patrol cars.<br/>9. Undercover police use two cars."
15516,"The Streets of Knox , a Need For Speed RP (IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324599,2014-12-22T18:31:00,Stormwrath,"The test car that Adelaide Silver was driving, which was a red and gold 2005 Ford GT, had just rounded turn 7 of the race track. This was basically her day job; driving cars to produce data of their performance. The car went down the straight road and went through turn 8, which isn't really a sharp bend. However, she encountered some problems with the steering of the vehicle at turn 11, which was the sharpest bend of the race course. Nearly missing the barrier, she then rounded a few more turns and went for the finish line.<br/><br/>After parking the car at the pits, Adelaide went up to the guy handling the data being produced by the car. Flicking her blonde hair lightly to the side, she went over to the computer, which had produced the results of the lap. ""So, how did the car do?"", asked Adelaide with a distinct British accent. Clearly she wasn't originally from Seacrest County.<br/><br/>""Not bad, 0-60 in 3.2 seconds, average speed of 196 km/h, and a lap time of 1:36.45"", read the man from the computer.<br/><br/>""However, I did encounter some problems with the steering of the vehicle while rounding turn 11. It seems like it needed more effort to turn.""<br/><br/>""Eh, don't worry. I'll notify the owner of the car first and then we can tweak it to adjust.""<br/><br/>""Alright.""<br/><br/>""By the way, you have a text message. Seems like some race is going to happen soon in the north."" He hands over the phone to Adelaide before proceeding to talk with the owner of the car.<br/><br/>""Huh, 9:30 AM tomorrow, Highway 53, 6 grand. Alright then, seems like a good show."" She then texted back saying that she accepts, and then proceeds to the sofa near the edge of the garage. Adelaide then removed her jacket and scarf, revealing the tank top underneath. She placed them on the hanger and went back to boot the Xbox. She then loads up a disc into the console which reads ""Need for Speed Rivals"" and begins to play it. Adelaide's passion for racing can be also observed when she becomes a gamer girl, as she has a collection of games that mostly revolve around cars, such as GTA 5, Blur, and of course, the Need for Speed Series. Strangely, people on Xbox Live are being nice to her today.<br/><br/><hr/><br/>Jackie Bell had just won an underground street race in Downtown Knox. Fortunately, none of the cops were around that night. With $5,000 in her pocket, she drove back home to the custom racing shop that her father operates. She parked the car outside the garage and stepped out to unlock the door. After that, she parked her Ford Shelby in the vacant spot over by the window, in the space between the Nissan Silvia S15 and the 1967 Chevrolet Camaro. She closed the garage door and went inside the house, then put in the cash inside the piggy bank, which was on the table right next to the lampshade.<br/><br/>The rest of the family was sound asleep, as it was already 11:13 PM on the wall clock. Jackie was clearly tired; after all, she helped out her father in the shop to fix a certain customer's car, which had a problem in one of the pistons. Then she had to drive to the pharmacy to buy her younger brother some medicines to suppress his asthma attacks. And after that she had to go back to the shop to help out some more and then race against other drivers from rival groups at night. After placing her hat on the hanger and changing into her nightwear, which consisted of a tank top and spacious cotton shorts, she immediately went to bed and slept."
15517,"The Streets of Knox , a Need For Speed RP (IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324599,2014-12-23T10:57:00,Chistanad,"<span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">6 Days Ago... Rockport</span></span><br/><br/>John Freeman, well know by racers and the RPD, was racing through the streets of Rockport. His Acura Integra Type R is beating his rival, Jason Rogers, who's driving a Ford Focus. The two turn onto the interstate where the Rockport PD were waiting. The RPD knock out Jason within minutes. After a long and tiring pursuit, which knocked out twelve RPD cruisers and destroyed multiple buildings, John gets away. He drives back home to find his house vandalized and destroyed. All of his possessions and cars were stolen. John started to worry about his safety, but he shrugged it off.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">4 Days Ago... Rockport</span></span><br/><br/>John was driving through Rockport in a Ford Crown Victoria trying to lay low. Suddenly two Shelby Mustang GT500's come out of an alley and ram John. John freaks out and floors it. The two GT500's do the same. John turns onto the Campus where the RPD was waiting for him. The RPD, who apparently joined up with John's rival gang, starts too ram John's car. John retaliates by knocking one of the RPD cruisers which in turn knocks out one of the Shelby's. The remaining Shelby backs off and the RPD get serious. John dodges some police SUV's which ram one of the cruisers. The remaining RPD cruiser terminates the pursuit. John takes this incident as a threat to leave. John hears about the racing scene in Knox City and leaves Rockport to go there.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">2 Days Ago... Entering Knox City</span></span><br/><br/>John pulls up to a parking lot that is overlooking the city. He gets out of his car and walks up to the guardrail.<span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">So this is Knox City,</span></span>thinks John as he hears cars drifting in the distance.<br/><br/>""Ahh. The sweet sound of racing."" John says to himself. John walks back to his car and drives off. After hours of looking, John finds a warehouse on the edge of downtown. Hours later there's a knock at the door. John gets up and opens the door. Outside there is a tall man with two guards. The tall man speaks to John.<br/><br/>""Are you John Freeman, that famed racer from Rockport everyone's talking about?"" asked the tall man with a slight Bronx accent.<br/><br/>""Yea. I'm him."" said John with a slight southern accent.<br/><br/>""Well, do you want to join the Eastside Maulers?""<br/><br/>""Sure.""<br/><br/>""Good. There's a race going on by the docks in two days. If you win that race you'll join.""<br/><br/>""Alright.""<br/><br/>""See you there."" The tall man then left leaving John standing in the doorway. John closes the door.<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Two days,</span></span>thinks John.<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">I'm ready.</span></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Present Day... Docks, Knox City</span></span><br/><br/>John pulls up in his Acura Integra Type R. There is around 100 people gathered around. John gets out of his car and is met by the same tall guy, which is the leader of The Eastside Maulers.<br/><br/>""John my man."" said the tall guy as he's shaking John's hand. ""You ready for this.""<br/><br/>""I am."" said John.<br/><br/>""Alright let's start this."" said the tall man. Within minutes the road is cleared except for four cars. John looks over at his competition. Rose Valdez, driving a green Toyota Supera, Lil' Jake, driving a gray Honda S2000, and Frank Guz, driving a red Honda S2000. John looks away as a girl walks in front of the cars. She points at each driver. She then raises her hand and lowers it. The race has started. They race in between buildings at the docks. Rose gets an early lead with John right behind her. Behind John, Lil' Jake and Frank were fighting for third. Lil' Jake pits Frank and Frank wrecks his car. Lil' Jake speeds up to catch up with the leaders. John and Rose are fighting for first. There bumping into each other and passing. Rose pulls into the lead as they head for the final turn. Rose takes the turn wide and John passed low. John passed the finish line with Rose right behind him. John stops the car and is greeted by the crowd.<br/><br/>The tall man walks up and pats John on the back, ""Welcome to The Eastside Maulers."" John nods his head and the tall guy walks off. Rose walks up and hands John a paper.<br/><br/>""Call me sometime."" John smiles as he puts the paper in his pocket."
15518,"The Streets of Knox , a Need For Speed RP (IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324599,2014-12-23T12:07:00,Val Halla,"Elliot Cartwright had been on the run for days. Running through mountain passes and endless freeways from his pursuers had began to let up. He drove his Corolla down the freeway, his foot planted to the ground, and his turbo violently whistling. 450 enraged horses charged up as he switched up another gear. He passed a speed camera, clocked going 170 MPH. He flew past a police patrol car, too fast for them to even bother to catch up. His exhaust popped, spitting out purple flames as he pulled up to sixth gear. Up ahead, her saw a new city, Knox. The rain began to beat down and he pulled up at the side of the road. He stepped out the Corolla, and looked over towards the night lights, with his shirt flowing in the wind. The sound of violent V8s, and nitrous bursts could be heard, even though he was still several miles away. As he began to step back in his car, a bright orange Nissan 350Z flew past, drifting between cars with a large spoiler keeping it on the ground. He jumped in the drivers seat, shoved his right foot onto the accelerator, and began to chase down the Nissan. He smiled to himself, saying ""looks like I've found a new home"". He caught the Nissan, and flagged the driver down. They began to talk, and Cartwright decided that he had found a new city to compete in."
15519,"The Streets of Knox , a Need For Speed RP (IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324599,2014-12-23T15:11:00,Stormwrath,"Rodney Zimmerman had just got out of the KCPD precinct, out to do his undercover job. Wearing a leather jacket like he has always done back in his street racing days, he went for the underground parking lot of the building to use his undercover car, a black Ferrari F12berlinetta. How and why the cops have laid their hands on Ferraris, which are known to be status symbols of wealth and power, are still not known. Aside from that, this Ferrari was modified with state-of-the-art pursuit tech. Racing parts such as engines and transmission were tweaked only to a minimum because, well, it's Ferrari. They seem to be including more and more features from their experience in the F1 Racing scene, so why upgrade them even further? Never fret, the supercar has nitrous installed.<br/><br/>Rodney drove out of the parking lot and to the location where the other Exotic Racers were gathering: just near Highway 53. Being an undercover member of the Exotic Racers for a few months now, surely none of them could figure out his double mission. After all, he looked like any other street racer, with the well built tone and the thug like appearance. Once he arrived at the scene, he saw a lineup of five exotic supercars that were there, including Adelaide's Laguna Blue Corvette Stingray. The other cars there were mostly European cars meant for showing off and for taking on high speeds quickly. On the line up, there was a white Aston Martin One-77, a bright red Lexus LFA, a gray Lamborghini Huracan, a yellow Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG, Adelaide's Corvette Stingray, and Rodney's Ferrari F12. Rodney suspects that more than half of them were probably stolen vehicles from the grand showroom heist in Downtown Knox a few months ago.<br/><br/>Adelaide spots Rodney's Ferrari making an entrance to the race. As she leans on her car, Rodney parks and steps out of his car. He then walks over to greet the girl. ""Hello Addie"", he says with a calm but confident tone. He proceeds to kiss her on the cheek, which she tolerates.<br/><br/>She responds, ""Oh hey. So you've decided to join this race Rob?"" Rob was Rodney's street racer alias for now.<br/><br/>""Oh yeah, but six grand is way too small for the stakes, don't you think?""<br/><br/>""True, but still they showed up anyway. Probably because they ran out of cash to upgrade their supercars further.""<br/><br/>""Yeah.""<br/><br/>""But I'm here for the racing, that's it. The cash is just going to be a little extra.""<br/><br/>""What, so you can buy more DLC that goes with your games? Hey, I know all of this because of the stuff everyone says on Xbox Live.""<br/><br/>""So you've heard from them?""<br/><br/>As they were talking, one of the members says, ""Hey guys, let's start the race. It's almost 9:30, and no signs of traffic.""<br/><br/>Rodney then said to Adelaide, ""Well, I'll see you at the finish.""<br/><br/>""Not 'till I get there first"", she smirked.<br/><br/>As each of the racers got into their cars, Rodney then activated his radio and set his frequency to the KCPD. He started up his engine, and maneuvered his car to the starting line. He then radioed the northern police station saying, ""Attention all units, a street race is about to begin on Highway 53. Suspects are going eastbound. All available units in the area 10-3. Suspects are driving a red Lexus, white Aston Martin, gray Lamborghini, yellow Mercedes, and a blue Corvette.""<br/><br/>""Roger that, nearby units will be heading to that location as soon as possible.""<br/><br/>The racers revved their engines furiously, and the crowd around them was already cheering. They began rolling out, and the signal was given to start. The race had begun, and they took off into the highway. Adelaide began pulling ahead of the Aston Martin and took third place behind Rodney's Ferrari and the LFA."
15520,"The Streets of Knox , a Need For Speed RP (IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324599,2014-12-25T16:42:00,Chistanad,"<blockquote><div><cite>Stormwrath <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324599&amp;p=22895019#p22895019"">wrote</a>:</cite>Rodney Zimmerman had just got out of the KCPD precinct, out to do his undercover job. Wearing a leather jacket like he has always done back in his street racing days, he went for the underground parking lot of the building to use his undercover car, a black Ferrari F12berlinetta. How and why the cops have laid their hands on Ferraris, which are known to be status symbols of wealth and power, are still not known. Aside from that, this Ferrari was modified with state-of-the-art pursuit tech. Racing parts such as engines and transmission were tweaked only to a minimum because, well, it's Ferrari. They seem to be including more and more features from their experience in the F1 Racing scene, so why upgrade them even further? Never fret, the supercar has nitrous installed.<br/><br/>Rodney drove out of the parking lot and to the location where the other Exotic Racers were gathering: just near Highway 53. Being an undercover member of the Exotic Racers for a few months now, surely none of them could figure out his double mission. After all, he looked like any other street racer, with the well built tone and the thug like appearance. Once he arrived at the scene, he saw a lineup of five exotic supercars that were there, including Adelaide's Laguna Blue Corvette Stingray. The other cars there were mostly European cars meant for showing off and for taking on high speeds quickly. On the line up, there was a white Aston Martin One-77, a bright red Lexus LFA, a gray Lamborghini Huracan, a yellow Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG, Adelaide's Corvette Stingray, and Rodney's Ferrari F12. Rodney suspects that more than half of them were probably stolen vehicles from the grand showroom heist in Downtown Knox a few months ago.<br/><br/>Adelaide spots Rodney's Ferrari making an entrance to the race. As she leans on her car, Rodney parks and steps out of his car. He then walks over to greet the girl. ""Hello Addie"", he says with a calm but confident tone. He proceeds to kiss her on the cheek, which she tolerates.<br/><br/>She responds, ""Oh hey. So you've decided to join this race Rob?"" Rob was Rodney's street racer alias for now.<br/><br/>""Oh yeah, but six grand is way too small for the stakes, don't you think?""<br/><br/>""True, but still they showed up anyway. Probably because they ran out of cash to upgrade their supercars further.""<br/><br/>""Yeah.""<br/><br/>""But I'm here for the racing, that's it. The cash is just going to be a little extra.""<br/><br/>""What, so you can buy more DLC that goes with your games? Hey, I know all of this because of the stuff everyone says on Xbox Live.""<br/><br/>""So you've heard from them?""<br/><br/>As they were talking, one of the members says, ""Hey guys, let's start the race. It's almost 9:30, and no signs of traffic.""<br/><br/>Rodney then said to Adelaide, ""Well, I'll see you at the finish.""<br/><br/>""Not 'till I get there first"", she smirked.<br/><br/>As each of the racers got into their cars, Rodney then activated his radio and set his frequency to the KCPD. He started up his engine, and maneuvered his car to the starting line. He then radioed the northern police station saying, ""Attention all units, a street race is about to begin on Highway 53. Suspects are going eastbound. All available units in the area 10-3. Suspects are driving a red Lexus, white Aston Martin, gray Lamborghini, yellow Mercedes, and a blue Corvette.""<br/><br/>""Roger that, nearby units will be heading to that location as soon as possible.""<br/><br/>The racers revved their engines furiously, and the crowd around them was already cheering. They began rolling out, and the signal was given to start. The race had begun, and they took off into the highway. Adelaide began pulling ahead of the Aston Martin and took third place behind Rodney's Ferrari and the LFA.</div></blockquote><br/>Ted Lerg, a KCPD officer, wakes up. He looks at the clock: 8AM. Ted yawns and stretches. He gets out of bed and heads to the kitchen and starts his coffee maker. He then walks to the bathroom and takes care of business. He heads back to the kitchen and grabs a mug. He takes the coffee maker and pours it into the mug. He walks back to his bedroom while drinking the coffee. After a couple of minutes he is dressed is his police outfit. He walks back to the kitchen and pours the rest of the coffee into his mug. He then heads out to his cruiser to start his day. He looks at the clock: 8:30AM.<br/><br/>He patrols around for an hour when he finds a car that is speeding. He flips on the lights and the car pulls over.<br/><br/>""I have a Blue Ford Focus that was speeding. I might need some backup, so put some squad cars on stand-by.""<br/><br/>""Copy that. There's, ummm, two patrol cars on stand-by."" said Dispatch.<br/><br/>Ted gets out of his police car, which is the Dodge Challenger, and walks to the driver.<br/><br/>""Sir, do you know how fast you were going?""<br/><br/>""Yea. Sorry Officer.""<br/><br/>""Why were you speeding?""<br/><br/>""My wife's in the hospital and I need to see her.""<br/><br/>""And what's your name, sir?""<br/><br/>""It's, ummm, uhhhhhh...""<br/><br/>""I need and answer."" said Ted is a stern voice.<br/><br/>The driver puts his head down. ""It's Kevin Lannsing, sir.""<br/><br/>""Kevin Lannsing?"" said Ted. Kevin Lannsing is a notorious street racer associated with the Downtown Rebels. ""Get out of the car.""<br/><br/>""But, sir, I want to go see my wife.""<br/><br/>""GET OUT OF THE CAR."" said Ted as he put his hand on his tazer. As Kevin's getting out of the car the dispatcher comes over the radio.<br/><br/>""We need all nearby units to respond to a street race heading eastbound on Interstate 53 to the mall. Repeat, we need all nearby units to respond to a street race heading eastbound on Interstate 53 to the mall.""<br/><br/>""Copy that. This is Unit 2428. I'm responding."" Ted looks at Kevin. ""This is your lucky day. Now get out of here.""<br/><br/>""Thank you, sir."" Kevin gets in his car and drives off. Ted gets into his car.<br/><br/>""What's your ETA unit 2428.""<br/><br/>""I'm about five minutes out. I'll intersect them at mile marker 28.""<br/><br/>""Copy that. There's backup by mile marker 30 to help you.""<br/><br/>""Copy."" Ted then drives off hoping to get another bust."
15521,"The Streets of Knox , a Need For Speed RP (IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324599,2014-12-25T17:24:00,Stormwrath,"Adelaide was now attempting to split Rodney and the LFA to gain the lead. After dodging a few traffic cars, she managed to do so. Rodney followed close behind. He was already giving directions for the cops to get to the street racers' current location. Several police cruisers were already dispatched along the highway, especially near the stadium. For both racer and cop, this is probably where they will clash; which is what happened. The Mercedes had encountered a police cruiser and rolled the vehicle over. The cars behind turned slightly to dodge the wreckage.<br/><br/>Rodney then radioed, ""Police cruiser is down at mile marker 26. I repeat, police cruiser is down. Mile marker 30, they're closing on your location fast. Deploy the spike strips from your units to take out some of them."""
15522,"The Streets of Knox , a Need For Speed RP (IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324599,2014-12-25T17:44:00,Chistanad,"<blockquote><div><cite>Stormwrath <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324599&amp;p=22914924#p22914924"">wrote</a>:</cite>Adelaide was now attempting to split Rodney and the LFA to gain the lead. After dodging a few traffic cars, she managed to do so. Rodney followed close behind. He was already giving directions for the cops to get to the street racers' current location. Several police cruisers were already dispatched along the highway, especially near the stadium. For both racer and cop, this is probably where they will clash; which is what happened. The Mercedes had encountered a police cruiser and rolled the vehicle over. The cars behind turned slightly to dodge the wreckage.<br/><br/>Rodney then radioed, ""Police cruiser is down at mile marker 26. I repeat, police cruiser is down. Mile marker 30, they're closing on your location fast. Deploy the spike strips from your units to take out some of them.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Fuck, This is Unit 2428. We have a officer down at mile marker 26. Send EMS.""<br/><br/>""Copy that EMS en route.""<br/><br/>""We need to set up a roadblock with spikes.""<br/><br/>""Alright. I'm trying to dispatch units to mile marker 32.""<br/><br/>""Copy. We're heading up to mile marker 30.""<br/><br/>""Copy."" Two Chevrolet Corvette PC race up behind the group of racer. Each Corvette picks a different car. One chooses the yellow Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG while the other Corvette barrels down on Adelaide's blue Corvette Stingray. Ted barrels down and rams the red Lexus LFA."
15523,"The Streets of Knox , a Need For Speed RP (IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324599,2014-12-25T18:16:00,Stormwrath,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Chistanad""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Chistanad <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324599&amp;p=22915079#p22915079"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Stormwrath <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324599&amp;p=22914924#p22914924"">wrote</a>:</cite>Adelaide was now attempting to split Rodney and the LFA to gain the lead. After dodging a few traffic cars, she managed to do so. Rodney followed close behind. He was already giving directions for the cops to get to the street racers' current location. Several police cruisers were already dispatched along the highway, especially near the stadium. For both racer and cop, this is probably where they will clash; which is what happened. The Mercedes had encountered a police cruiser and rolled the vehicle over. The cars behind turned slightly to dodge the wreckage.<br/><br/>Rodney then radioed, ""Police cruiser is down at mile marker 26. I repeat, police cruiser is down. Mile marker 30, they're closing on your location fast. Deploy the spike strips from your units to take out some of them.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Fuck, This is Unit 2428. We have a officer down at mile marker 26. Send EMS.""<br/><br/>""Copy that EMS en route.""<br/><br/>""We need to set up a roadblock with spikes.""<br/><br/>""Alright. I'm trying to dispatch units to mile marker 32.""<br/><br/>""Copy. We're heading up to mile marker 30.""<br/><br/>""Copy."" Two Chevrolet Corvette PC race up behind the group of racer. Each Corvette picks a different car. One chooses the yellow Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG while the other Corvette barrels down on Adelaide's blue Corvette Stingray. Ted barrels down and rams the red Lexus LFA.</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/>The LFA has felt the impact of the police car that just rammed into it. It began to spin out but then it regained control and continued to speed down the highway. Adelaide, sensing the approaching Corvette, quickly slows down. As a result the Corvette misses and hits the barrier of the highway. The Mercedes-Benz does the same. The Lamborghini and the Aston Martin used the opportunity to drive past the Mercedes and Rodney's Ferrari. Rodney in response, drove close to the Aston Martin and did a PIT maneuver, taking out the vehicle. Some police cruisers arrived at the vehicle's location and proceeded to arrest the suspect, who took off and ran. Officers eventually caught up and tackled him down, finally restraining him. The driver was then brought to the cruiser to be brought to the downtown precinct.<br/><br/>The racers were about to close in on the roadblock's location, and Adelaide sensed a gap between the police cars. Sensing that it may be spike strips, she sped up using a turbo boost and rammed into one of the cars. This sent the police vehicle flying. The LFA did the same, ramming into the opposite side of the roadblock. The other racers went through the gaps that the Corvette and the LFA made, and the whole group was about to cross the bridge going into Downtown Knox. Rodney radios the other cop cars saying, ""Suspects about to cross the Marion Bridge. I repeat, suspects about to cross the Marion Bridge. I need reinforcements in Downtown Knox now."""
15524,"The Streets of Knox , a Need For Speed RP (IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324599,2014-12-25T18:42:00,Conglomerate of Iron,"<span style=""font-style: italic"">Du bist hier im meinem land<br/>Meine Welle und meinem Strande</span><br/><br/>""The Mauler"" was rocking to some sick tunes as she pulled out of the Rebels' garage in her Ford Falcon. She had just joined up, figuring her new life in America may as well be one doing something she loved: street racing.<br/><br/>At the next red light, she adjusted her mohawk, applied a bit of lipstick, and thought about her exile. She had just gotten a little carried away in Australia thats all. That boy she had raped.... she had no idea he was jailbait. And that unfortunate incident with the machete and the cop..... well, she could have handled that better. But it didn't matter now. Her life was one of freedom, and to her that was all that counted.<br/><br/>And now she could race with the best in Knox City.<br/><br/>With a smile, she flipped on the police scanner on her dash and began to drive to no place in particular.<br/><br/>At first she just heard the typical bullshit. Vandals, pickpockets, speeders, small shit. Then she heard it. The urgency in the voice of the officers. The fake calm of the worried dispatcher. Yes.... a street race. Highway 53.....<br/><br/>""Here I come pigs! Lets see who I can screw with!""<br/><br/>With a roar of an engine she sped to Highway 53, hoping to get a piece of the action.<br/><br/>As she drove, the music changed from Rammstein to Metallica, Enter Sandman. Hehehe..... perfect music for a chase."
15525,"The Streets of Knox , a Need For Speed RP (IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324599,2014-12-25T19:01:00,Chistanad,"<blockquote><div><cite>Stormwrath <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324599&amp;p=22915243#p22915243"">wrote</a>:</cite><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Chistanad""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Chistanad <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324599&amp;p=22915079#p22915079"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Fuck, This is Unit 2428. We have a officer down at mile marker 26. Send EMS.""<br/><br/>""Copy that EMS en route.""<br/><br/>""We need to set up a roadblock with spikes.""<br/><br/>""Alright. I'm trying to dispatch units to mile marker 32.""<br/><br/>""Copy. We're heading up to mile marker 30.""<br/><br/>""Copy."" Two Chevrolet Corvette PC race up behind the group of racer. Each Corvette picks a different car. One chooses the yellow Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG while the other Corvette barrels down on Adelaide's blue Corvette Stingray. Ted barrels down and rams the red Lexus LFA.</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/>The LFA has felt the impact of the police car that just rammed into it. It began to spin out but then it regained control and continued to speed down the highway. Adelaide, sensing the approaching Corvette, quickly slows down. As a result the Corvette misses and hits the barrier of the highway. The Mercedes-Benz does the same. The Lamborghini and the Aston Martin used the opportunity to drive past the Mercedes and Rodney's Ferrari. Rodney in response, drove close to the Aston Martin and did a PIT maneuver, taking out the vehicle. Some police cruisers arrived at the vehicle's location and proceeded to arrest the suspect, who took off and ran. Officers eventually caught up and tackled him down, finally restraining him. The driver was then brought to the cruiser to be brought to the downtown precinct.<br/><br/>The racers were about to close in on the roadblock's location, and Adelaide sensed a gap between the police cars. Sensing that it may be spike strips, she sped up using a turbo boost and rammed into one of the cars. This sent the police vehicle flying. The LFA did the same, ramming into the opposite side of the roadblock. The other racers went through the gaps that the Corvette and the LFA made, and the whole group was about to cross the bridge going into Downtown Knox.</div></blockquote><br/>""The Lexus LFA is still mobile.""<br/><br/>""Copy that.""<br/><br/>""Damn it. There heading downtown. Dispatch every unit available. We need to take these guys down.""<br/><br/>""Copy. There's six units coming up. I'm also dispatching a helicopter.""<br/><br/>""Copy."" Ted then falls behind the Lexus LFA. He switches the EMP Launcher on. He gets a lock on the Lexus and fires."
15526,"The Streets of Knox , a Need For Speed RP (IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324599,2014-12-25T19:41:00,Stormwrath,"Jackie was driving around in her Ford Mustang, enjoying the drive through the city. She stopped by at the store to pickup some new parts for the shop. Once she was done, she put the parts back in the trunk and entered her car. As she was starting her engine, she saw a black Ford Falcon sped past her car. This was the Aussie's car which beat her Mustang a week ago and entered the Downtown Rebels. Now this newcomer is asking for some more trouble. By her appearance alone, Jackie can tell that this ""Mauler"" has been through hell and back in her native Australia, or maybe she<span style=""font-style: italic"">is</span>the hell and back. Maybe it could be put in both ways.<br/><br/>Jackie then started to drive off, following the Australian. She feared that Mauler would be looking for more cops, thus putting the rest of the Rebels at risk. She had already heard of the high speed chase at Highway 53; maybe Mauler is heading there to join in the fun. As Jackie was driving, she radioed, ""Mauler, stay out of this one. Not worth turning cop cars to scrap metal right now.""<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>The LFA suddenly is disabled by the EMP rod and begins to stop. Due to the huge inertia, it suddenly rolls over and crashes at the barrier of the bridge. The remaining four drivers went on to downtown Knox to continue the race. Adelaide, for defensive measure, used her Spikes to take out the police car on her tail. The Mercedes and the Lamborghini slowed down and surrounded a police car to block it. However, the vehicle managed to escape by ramming the Lamborghini, sending it to the barrier.<br/><br/>Rodney then radioed the others, ""Good job, boys. Only two suspects remaining. I want a Rhino collision on the Mercedes and the Corvette, now.""<br/><br/>""Roger that, Rhinos are on their way now.""<br/><br/>The two SUVs that have been dispatched to the area sped down the roadway to intercept the two remaining racers. This could probably end quickly for them, ending the case of the Exotic Racers once and for all. Adelaide saw the juggernauts closing in the distance, and then radioed Rodney and the other driver to watch out for the coming Rhinos. As they came closer, the three drivers maneuvered their cars, and the Rhinos missed them by a couple of inches."
15527,"The Streets of Knox , a Need For Speed RP (IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324599,2014-12-25T19:57:00,Conglomerate of Iron,"<blockquote><div><cite>Stormwrath <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324599&amp;p=22915749#p22915749"">wrote</a>:</cite>Jackie was driving around in her Ford Mustang, enjoying the drive through the city. She stopped by at the store to pickup some new parts for the shop. Once she was done, she put the parts back in the trunk and entered her car. As she was starting her engine, she saw a black Ford Falcon sped past her car. This was the Aussie's car which beat her Mustang a week ago and entered the Downtown Rebels. Now this newcomer is asking for some more trouble. By her appearance alone, Jackie can tell that this ""Mauler"" has been through hell and back in her native Australia, or maybe she <span style=""font-style: italic"">is</span> the hell and back. Maybe it could be put in both ways.<br/><br/>Jackie then started to drive off, following the Australian. She feared that Mauler would be looking for more cops, thus putting the rest of the Rebels at risk. She had already heard of the high speed chase at Highway 53; maybe Mauler is heading there to join in the fun. As Jackie was driving, she radioed, ""Mauler, stay out of this one. Not worth turning cop cars to scrap metal right now.""<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>The LFA suddenly is disabled by the EMP rod and begins to stop. Due to the huge inertia, it suddenly rolls over and crashes at the barrier of the bridge. The remaining four drivers went on to downtown Knox to continue the race. Adelaide, for defensive measure, used her Spikes to take out the police car on her tail. The Mercedes and the Lamborghini slowed down and surrounded a police car to block it. However, the vehicle managed to escape by ramming the Lamborghini, sending it to the barrier.<br/><br/>Rodney then radioed the others, ""Good job, boys. Only two suspects remaining. I want a Rhino collision on the Mercedes and the Corvette, now.""<br/><br/>""Roger that, Rhinos are on their way now.""<br/><br/>The two SUVs that have been dispatched to the area sped down the roadway to intercept the two remaining racers. This could probably end quickly for them, ending the case of the Exotic Racers once and for all. Adelaide saw the juggernauts closing in the distance, and then radioed Rodney and the other driver to watch out for the coming Rhinos. As they came closer, the three drivers maneuvered their cars, and the Rhinos missed them by a couple of inches.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Exit Light<br/>Enter Night<br/>Grain of Sand<br/>We're off to Never ever Land!</span><br/><br/>Maxine was pumped. Time to tear some pigs a new one....<br/><br/>A voice began to speak on the CB radio. She recognized it... It was that girl from the race! Nice girl, same gang. A friend maybe.<br/><br/>But she was telling Maxine to back down. That crap don't fly.<br/><br/>""Girl, you're cute and all, but I am going to have some fun. You should come along. make the cops understand who is running this town!"""
15528,"The Streets of Knox , a Need For Speed RP (IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324599,2014-12-25T20:22:00,Stormwrath,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Conglomerate of Iron""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Conglomerate of Iron <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324599&amp;p=22915865#p22915865"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Stormwrath <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324599&amp;p=22915749#p22915749"">wrote</a>:</cite>Jackie was driving around in her Ford Mustang, enjoying the drive through the city. She stopped by at the store to pickup some new parts for the shop. Once she was done, she put the parts back in the trunk and entered her car. As she was starting her engine, she saw a black Ford Falcon sped past her car. This was the Aussie's car which beat her Mustang a week ago and entered the Downtown Rebels. Now this newcomer is asking for some more trouble. By her appearance alone, Jackie can tell that this ""Mauler"" has been through hell and back in her native Australia, or maybe she <span style=""font-style: italic"">is</span> the hell and back. Maybe it could be put in both ways.<br/><br/>Jackie then started to drive off, following the Australian. She feared that Mauler would be looking for more cops, thus putting the rest of the Rebels at risk. She had already heard of the high speed chase at Highway 53; maybe Mauler is heading there to join in the fun. As Jackie was driving, she radioed, ""Mauler, stay out of this one. Not worth turning cop cars to scrap metal right now.""<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>The LFA suddenly is disabled by the EMP rod and begins to stop. Due to the huge inertia, it suddenly rolls over and crashes at the barrier of the bridge. The remaining four drivers went on to downtown Knox to continue the race. Adelaide, for defensive measure, used her Spikes to take out the police car on her tail. The Mercedes and the Lamborghini slowed down and surrounded a police car to block it. However, the vehicle managed to escape by ramming the Lamborghini, sending it to the barrier.<br/><br/>Rodney then radioed the others, ""Good job, boys. Only two suspects remaining. I want a Rhino collision on the Mercedes and the Corvette, now.""<br/><br/>""Roger that, Rhinos are on their way now.""<br/><br/>The two SUVs that have been dispatched to the area sped down the roadway to intercept the two remaining racers. This could probably end quickly for them, ending the case of the Exotic Racers once and for all. Adelaide saw the juggernauts closing in the distance, and then radioed Rodney and the other driver to watch out for the coming Rhinos. As they came closer, the three drivers maneuvered their cars, and the Rhinos missed them by a couple of inches.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Exit Light<br/>Enter Night<br/>Grain of Sand<br/>We're off to Never ever Land!</span><br/><br/>Maxine was pumped. Time to tear some pigs a new one....<br/><br/>A voice began to speak on the CB radio. She recognized it... It was that girl from the race! Nice girl, same gang. A friend maybe.<br/><br/>But she was telling Maxine to back down. That crap don't fly.<br/><br/>""Girl, you're cute and all, but I am going to have some fun. You should come along. make the cops understand who is running this town!""</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/>""Yeah, but you have a crapton of bounty on your head. They catch you, they might send your ass back to Australia."" As she was speaking, a police cruiser spotted her car. She burned out and then took off.<br/><br/>The police cruiser radioed other units, ""Attention all units, currently in pursuit of a Ford Mustang. Send in reinforcements.""<br/><br/>""Roger that"", came back the voice. ""Sending additional pursuit vehicles to your location.""<br/><br/>Jackie made some quick twists and turns through the city streets, like a maniac. Upon rounding a corner, she drove on the curb and back on the road. She radioed Maxine, ""Alright. Change of plans. Got the 5-0 on my ass. Might as well have a little fun getting them off my tail."""
15529,"The Streets of Knox , a Need For Speed RP (IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324599,2014-12-25T20:28:00,Conglomerate of Iron,"<blockquote><div><cite>Stormwrath <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324599&amp;p=22916037#p22916037"">wrote</a>:</cite><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Conglomerate of Iron""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Conglomerate of Iron <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324599&amp;p=22915865#p22915865"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-style: italic"">Exit Light<br/>Enter Night<br/>Grain of Sand<br/>We're off to Never ever Land!</span><br/><br/>Maxine was pumped. Time to tear some pigs a new one....<br/><br/>A voice began to speak on the CB radio. She recognized it... It was that girl from the race! Nice girl, same gang. A friend maybe.<br/><br/>But she was telling Maxine to back down. That crap don't fly.<br/><br/>""Girl, you're cute and all, but I am going to have some fun. You should come along. make the cops understand who is running this town!""</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/>""Yeah, but you have a crapton of bounty on your head. They catch you, they might send your ass back to Australia."" As she was speaking, a police cruiser spotted her car. She burned out and then took off.<br/><br/>The police cruiser radioed other units, ""Attention all units, currently in pursuit of a Ford Mustang. Send in reinforcements.""<br/><br/>""Roger that"", came back the voice. ""Sending additional pursuit vehicles to your location.""<br/><br/>Jackie made some quick twists and turns through the city streets, like a maniac. Upon rounding a corner, she drove on the curb and back on the road. She radioed Maxine, ""Alright. Change of plans. Got the 5-0 on my ass. Might as well have a little fun getting them off my tail.""</div></blockquote><br/>""LET'S DO THIS GIRL!!!""<br/><br/>A harsh maniacal laugh went over the radio. Maxine was pumped to the extreme.<br/><br/>She knew the girl was on her tail, could see it in the rearview, same for the cops.<br/><br/>She quickly took a back route, planning to sneak behind the cops and take them out while they were on Jackie's tail.<br/><br/>""Jackie, I am coming up on your 6 in a moment.""<br/><br/>She slowed down a bit on the road, planning on catching the cop like a hawk snatches a rabbit.<br/><br/>She watched in flashes as the buildings flew past her, the cops approaching Jackie. Wait for it....<br/><br/>The roads converged.<br/><br/>""YEEHAW!""<br/><br/>Accelerating rapidly, her car smashed right into the bumper of the lead cruiser, then braked, moving behind the other cars before they could react.<br/><br/>(I will leave to you what happens to the cruiser, do something fun.)"
15530,"The Streets of Knox , a Need For Speed RP (IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324599,2014-12-25T20:50:00,Stormwrath,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Conglomerate of Iron""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Conglomerate of Iron <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324599&amp;p=22916088#p22916088"">wrote</a>:</cite>""LET'S DO THIS GIRL!!!""<br/><br/>A harsh maniacal laugh went over the radio. Maxine was pumped to the extreme.<br/><br/>She knew the girl was on her tail, could see it in the rearview, same for the cops.<br/><br/>She quickly took a back route, planning to sneak behind the cops and take them out while they were on Jackie's tail.<br/><br/>""Jackie, I am coming up on your 6 in a moment.""<br/><br/>She slowed down a bit on the road, planning on catching the cop like a hawk snatches a rabbit.<br/><br/>She watched in flashes as the buildings flew past her, the cops approaching Jackie. Wait for it....<br/><br/>The roads converged.<br/><br/>""YEEHAW!""<br/><br/>Accelerating rapidly, her car smashed right into the bumper of the lead cruiser, then braked, moving behind the other cars before they could react.<br/><br/>(I will leave to you what happens to the cruiser, do something fun.)</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/>The Falcon smashed into the police cruiser's right side, sending it crashing into a bakery shop. Other police cars noticed, and radioed, ""Officer down, repeat, officer down. I need EMS here now.""<br/><br/>Another officer radioed, ""Another suspect has entered the pursuit, a black Ford Falcon. I need Rhinos on these cars.""<br/><br/>Other officers radios started to get the same message. ""Attention all units. We are currently in a high speed pursuit with two warranted suspects evading custody. All available units are ordered to come and provide cover. Suspects are driving a black Ford Falcon and a gray Mustang.""<br/><br/>""Roger that, proceeding to pursuit.""<br/><br/>Jackie sensed some Rhinos about to ram into her vehicle, and maneuvered the car. She dodged them and rounded another corner. A high speed pursuit vehicle came by and attempted to smash her car in its side, but Jackie hit the brakes, and the police car missed and crashed into a telephone pole. She turned another corner, where she encountered another police vehicle. As the two cars were driving side by side, Jackie activated her car's wheel spikes and disabled the pursuer.<br/><br/>She radioed Maxine again, ""Damn, it is always like this in Sydney?"""
15531,"The Streets of Knox , a Need For Speed RP (IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324599,2014-12-25T21:00:00,Chistanad,"<blockquote><div><cite>Stormwrath <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324599&amp;p=22915749#p22915749"">wrote</a>:</cite>Jackie was driving around in her Ford Mustang, enjoying the drive through the city. She stopped by at the store to pickup some new parts for the shop. Once she was done, she put the parts back in the trunk and entered her car. As she was starting her engine, she saw a black Ford Falcon sped past her car. This was the Aussie's car which beat her Mustang a week ago and entered the Downtown Rebels. Now this newcomer is asking for some more trouble. By her appearance alone, Jackie can tell that this ""Mauler"" has been through hell and back in her native Australia, or maybe she <span style=""font-style: italic"">is</span> the hell and back. Maybe it could be put in both ways.<br/><br/>Jackie then started to drive off, following the Australian. She feared that Mauler would be looking for more cops, thus putting the rest of the Rebels at risk. She had already heard of the high speed chase at Highway 53; maybe Mauler is heading there to join in the fun. As Jackie was driving, she radioed, ""Mauler, stay out of this one. Not worth turning cop cars to scrap metal right now.""<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>The LFA suddenly is disabled by the EMP rod and begins to stop. Due to the huge inertia, it suddenly rolls over and crashes at the barrier of the bridge. The remaining four drivers went on to downtown Knox to continue the race. Adelaide, for defensive measure, used her Spikes to take out the police car on her tail. The Mercedes and the Lamborghini slowed down and surrounded a police car to block it. However, the vehicle managed to escape by ramming the Lamborghini, sending it to the barrier.<br/><br/>Rodney then radioed the others, ""Good job, boys. Only two suspects remaining. I want a Rhino collision on the Mercedes and the Corvette, now.""<br/><br/>""Roger that, Rhinos are on their way now.""<br/><br/>The two SUVs that have been dispatched to the area sped down the roadway to intercept the two remaining racers. This could probably end quickly for them, ending the case of the Exotic Racers once and for all. Adelaide saw the juggernauts closing in the distance, and then radioed Rodney and the other driver to watch out for the coming Rhinos. As they came closer, the three drivers maneuvered their cars, and the Rhinos missed them by a couple of inches.</div></blockquote><br/>""Damn. The Rhinos failed."" Ted speeds a head to get in front of the pack. He speeds ahead of Rodney and Adelaide, which appear to be the only one's left except for the Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG, Ted tries to PIT the Mercedes but it fails. Ted then charges ahead of the Mercedes when a Ford Falcon and a Ford Mustang charge into the chase.<br/><br/>""WTF is going on here. Where did these guys come from.""<br/><br/>""Unit 2428 there appears to be new suspects, Dispatching more units to your 20. Can you hold out?"" Suddenly a police helicopter flies over.<br/><br/>""I think I can."" The helicopter flies a half mile ahead and drops a spike strip blocking the exits of the Highway. Further down the road was a Police roadblock with a spike in it."
15532,"The Streets of Knox , a Need For Speed RP (IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324599,2014-12-25T21:16:00,Conglomerate of Iron,"<blockquote><div><cite>Stormwrath <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324599&amp;p=22916264#p22916264"">wrote</a>:</cite><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Conglomerate of Iron""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Conglomerate of Iron <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324599&amp;p=22916088#p22916088"">wrote</a>:</cite>""LET'S DO THIS GIRL!!!""<br/><br/>A harsh maniacal laugh went over the radio. Maxine was pumped to the extreme.<br/><br/>She knew the girl was on her tail, could see it in the rearview, same for the cops.<br/><br/>She quickly took a back route, planning to sneak behind the cops and take them out while they were on Jackie's tail.<br/><br/>""Jackie, I am coming up on your 6 in a moment.""<br/><br/>She slowed down a bit on the road, planning on catching the cop like a hawk snatches a rabbit.<br/><br/>She watched in flashes as the buildings flew past her, the cops approaching Jackie. Wait for it....<br/><br/>The roads converged.<br/><br/>""YEEHAW!""<br/><br/>Accelerating rapidly, her car smashed right into the bumper of the lead cruiser, then braked, moving behind the other cars before they could react.<br/><br/>(I will leave to you what happens to the cruiser, do something fun.)</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/>The Falcon smashed into the police cruiser's right side, sending it crashing into a bakery shop. Other police cars noticed, and radioed, ""Officer down, repeat, officer down. I need EMS here now.""<br/><br/>Another officer radioed, ""Another suspect has entered the pursuit, a black Ford Falcon. I need Rhinos on these cars.""<br/><br/>Other officers radios started to get the same message. ""Attention all units. We are currently in a high speed pursuit with two warranted suspects evading custody. All available units are ordered to come and provide cover. Suspects are driving a black Ford Falcon and a gray Mustang.""<br/><br/>""Roger that, proceeding to pursuit.""<br/><br/>Jackie sensed some Rhinos about to ram into her vehicle, and maneuvered the car. She dodged them and rounded another corner. A high speed pursuit vehicle came by and attempted to smash her car in its side, but Jackie hit the brakes, and the police car missed and crashed into a telephone pole. She turned another corner, where she encountered another police vehicle. As the two cars were driving side by side, Jackie activated her car's wheel spikes and disabled the pursuer.<br/><br/>She radioed Maxine again, ""Damn, it is always like this in Sydney?""</div></blockquote><br/>""Mostly on the backroads in the Outback! If you had four wheel drive, shit got crazy!""<br/><br/>Maxine began swerving, attempting to trick out the cops. A rookie got jumpy and braked at the wrong time, getting rear ended by another car. In said car, an officer, quite the rebellious fellow, forgot to wear his seat belt. His body flew out of the vehicle and hit a car in the opposing lane, scaring the hell out of a man going to work, and killing the officer instantly.<br/><br/>The wreckage was then hit by a Rhino, which careened into the walls, disabling the vehicle, but leaving the officers in the vehicle alive.<br/><br/>""We saw that kind of stuff happen Jackie! All the time. I once saw a man's body ripped in half.... HAHAHA!!!"""
15533,"The Streets of Knox , a Need For Speed RP (IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324599,2014-12-26T06:05:00,Val Halla,"Elliot Cartwright was drifting through the streets. He storming along, leading a street race in his Corolla. He had little in the way of competition, just rich kids in stock M3s and Camaros. He threw the car through traffic, skimming off the wing mirror of a civilian Toyota Camry. He slammed the handbreak as he slipped into a sharp hairpin. An unsuspecting racer in a 370Z knocked into his right rear side, giving a jolt. Cartwright thought little of it. He sped past a police cruiser. The car gave chase, alerting other officers. Chargers materialised in front of him. ""Looks like we got company"", he said to himself. He flicked his nitrous switch, and smashed into one of the officers. The Charger lost control, ploughing into his colleagues and blocking the road behind Cartwright. He smiled, and went on his way to the finish line. Just before he reache the line, his right rear tyre burst, making him lose control and hit a tree backwards, sending his body jerking. He stumbled out of his car, his nose bleeding. He sat down in shock for 5 minutes, before pulling out his phone and saying ""I crashed. Help"". A heights truck arrived within minutes, pulling up Elliot's car. He jumped in the front. The truck was piloted by a young Japanese woman. ""You OK Elliot? Looks like a heavy impact"", she asked. ""I'm fine. Just need patching up""."
15534,"The Streets of Knox , a Need For Speed RP (IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324599,2014-12-27T20:00:00,Soldati Senza Confini,"Charles was on the way to the incident. He was out earlier than usual on the rounds, and his turf was the Downtown District where the Downtown Rebels reside. His task was simple: investigate and dismantle the gang. He heard over the radio the cops and racers, in which he took his Ferrari Italia and sped away towards the streets where the action was going on.<br/><br/>When he caught up they -- a Ford Mustang, a Mercedez Benz, and a Ford Falcon -- were about to enter the spike strip. He decided to get out on a nearby street which ran parallel to the road they were cruising on and then decided to apply the nitros so he could get faster to the other side of the spike strip. His car could lift speed fast, so that wasn't an issue for him if he needed to catch up the Mustang and the Mercedez. He did know his car could outrun the Falcon though."
15535,"The Streets of Knox , a Need For Speed RP (IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324599,2014-12-28T02:08:00,Stormwrath,"Noticing the spikes laid out along the road, Jackie quickly slammed on the brakes and turned a right corner to avoid getting her Mustang's tires punctured. The Mercedes did the same. The driver of that car was now desparately hurrying to the finish line; probably Adelaide and Rodney already crossed it. Jackie and the Mercedes rounded another corner, and then she turned to the right while the Mercedes went straight down the road. It passed by its pursuer, a Ferrari 458 Italia that belonged to the undercover division of the KCPD. Where did they get these luxury supercars anyway?<br/><br/>Jackie was already escaping on her own, toppling some scaffolding to immobilize a police car. Some of the cops stopped while others continued to pursue her. After rounding out a few more corners and bends, she drive her car into a warehouse, hopefully to hide from the cops. Obviously this has taken too much of her time.<br/><br/>Adelaide managed to cross the finish line first at the mall, the $6,000 cash prize was now hers. However, she then drove away from the downtown area to reach the Westside of Knox. That way she can make it back to the track without having to encounter more of the 5-0. Rodney arrived second, and then turned around to lay a bust on the Mercedes. He radioed Charles, ""Give me the location of the Mustang, the Mercedes, and the Falcon ASAP."""
15536,"The Streets of Knox , a Need For Speed RP (IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324599,2014-12-28T02:46:00,Chistanad,"Ted followed the blue Corvette down the offramp. Unfortunately he lost control and the Corvette got away. He sat for a second when the Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG flew by. Ted flipped on the sirens and nos to catch up.<br/><br/>""This is Unit 2428, I'm in pursuit of a yellow Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG. It's driving erratically and I'm having trouble keeping up. I need backup.""<br/><br/>""Copy what's your twenty.""<br/><br/>""""We're getting close to the campus. Need any available units NOW!!""<br/><br/>""Copy. Dispatching some units to your location.""<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>John Freeman, who's been laying low for a few days, decides to go see Rose Valdez. He gets in is Acura Integera Type R and speeds away from his warehouse. He tunes into his CB radion and hears all the comotion that's going on downtown.<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Glad that's not me over there</span></span>, John thinks to himself. After a couple of minutes of driving he pulls up to a two story white Victorian-style house. He pulls into the drive behind Roses green Toyota Supera. He gets out of his car and walks up to the door and knocks it. Rose, who is dressed up in pajamas and a loose T-shirt, answers the door.<br/><br/>""Hey cutie.""<br/><br/>""Hey Rose. Can I come in?""<br/><br/>""Sure just go into the living room. I've got to change."" John walks into the living room while Rose walks upstairs to her room. John turns on the T.V., which is playing the police pursuit that's going on downtown. John sits down when Rose comes down the stairs. She's now dressed in a more friendly outfit ditching the pajamas and loose T-shirt for some jeans and a fitting T-shirt.<br/><br/>""So what are you watching.""<br/><br/>""Some police chase that's going on down town. Looks serious.""<br/><br/>""So, what did you want?""<br/><br/>""I wanted that date you told me about.""<br/><br/>""I knew you were going to say that.""<br/><br/>""So...""<br/><br/>""Sure. I'll date you.""<br/><br/>""Yes. Where do you want to go?""<br/><br/>""Well, I've already made some reservations for us.""<br/><br/>""Where?""<br/><br/>""At The Dun Family Restaurant.""<br/><br/>""Alright. Let's go."" John and Rose get's in John's Acura and leaves. After a couple of minutes of driving they get to the diner. John and Rose hit it off and start a relationship."
15537,"The Streets of Knox , a Need For Speed RP (IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324599,2014-12-28T06:29:00,Soldati Senza Confini,"<blockquote><div><cite>Stormwrath <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324599&amp;p=22937127#p22937127"">wrote</a>:</cite>Noticing the spikes laid out along the road, Jackie quickly slammed on the brakes and turned a right corner to avoid getting her Mustang's tires punctured. The Mercedes did the same. The driver of that car was now desparately hurrying to the finish line; probably Adelaide and Rodney already crossed it. Jackie and the Mercedes rounded another corner, and then she turned to the right while the Mercedes went straight down the road. It passed by its pursuer, a Ferrari 458 Italia that belonged to the undercover division of the KCPD. Where did they get these luxury supercars anyway?<br/><br/>Jackie was already escaping on her own, toppling some scaffolding to immobilize a police car. Some of the cops stopped while others continued to pursue her. After rounding out a few more corners and bends, she drive her car into a warehouse, hopefully to hide from the cops. Obviously this has taken too much of her time.<br/><br/>Adelaide managed to cross the finish line first at the mall, the $6,000 cash prize was now hers. However, she then drove away from the downtown area to reach the Westside of Knox. That way she can make it back to the track without having to encounter more of the 5-0. Rodney arrived second, and then turned around to lay a bust on the Mercedes. He radioed Charles, ""Give me the location of the Mustang, the Mercedes, and the Falcon ASAP.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""I lost the Mustang in pursuit; the Falcon is on my 6 and I'm on the pursuit of the Mercedes and is on my visual, over"" said Charles as he hit the pedal and the nitro and tried to slam against the Mercedes' rear end in order to swerve him off the road. He then radioed the frequency of dispatch ""setup roadblocks near the highway and campus roads, we can't let them get in it""."
15538,"The Streets of Knox , a Need For Speed RP (IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324599,2014-12-28T07:08:00,Stormwrath,"The radio finally gave away the suspect's location, just what Rodney was looking for. ""Attention all units, suspect last seen westbound at Knox University Campus Circle. Requesting all units to head there now.""<br/><br/>He then responded, ""Roger that."" Upon the suggestion of another undercover cop that they set up a roadblock, he replied, ""Negative, not enough time to set up one. Let's try a rolling block on the suspect. Might wanna end this before noon.""<br/><br/>Other police units are already ahead of the Mercedes ready to use the tactic to end the pursuit. ""Copy that, rolling block in formation.""<br/><br/>The suspect car went off the circle and into Indigo Street. There, four cop cars began to surround the Mercedes as it went down the asphalt. The two state cruisers slammed in the brakes and the Mercedes failed to stop in time. Once it bumped into both of the police cars' rears, the other two sealed off the suspect's chances of escape. Rodney arrived at the scene and stepped out of his car. The suspect stepped out of his, being ordered to put his hands up. He was handcuffed and brought to a police cruiser. On the way, he looked Rodney and muttered, ""Rob, you traitor.""<br/><br/>In response Rodney replied, ""It's my job.""<br/><br/>He then radioed the others and said, ""What's the status of the other suspect drivers?""<br/><hr/><br/><br/>Adelaide managed to get back to the Knox City International Raceway with only a few scratches on her Corvette. Rothcall, the mechanic from earlier, was just tuning a Nissan GT-R when she drove into the garage. He commented, ""Yikes Addie, I guess you got into a hell of a ride didn't ya?""<br/><br/>""You could say that"", she replied nonchalantly as she took off her leather jacket. ""But at least I got the six grand. Well, technically not since the police jumped in.""<br/><br/>""Oh well. Wanna play some Xbox after I tune this car?""<br/><br/>""Yeah, sure. What do you want to play?""<br/><br/>""Blur.""<br/><br/>""Alright. I warn you though, I have gotten better at this game since last time.""<br/><br/>""Oh we'll see.""<br/><hr/><br/><br/>Jackie arrived at the shop, having narrowly escaped another pursuit. She parked the Mustang and stepped out of the car to open the trunk. Then she pulled out the parts that her father asked her to buy, which were a couple of tires, 18 inch rims, and a box containing brake discs. Her dad was currently under a truck, fixing the vehicle's underside. He said as he heard Jackie's footsteps thudding in the garage, ""Hey there Jackie. Did you get the parts I asked?""<br/><br/>""Yeah dad, I got 'em"", she replied as she placed the rims on the shelf where an assortment of other rims were. She later placed the box on the shelf for the brake discs. Once she was done, she proceeded to open the door to the house. Obviously a girl has to take a shower, for she neglected to do that earlier.<br/><br/>While inside the shower, she looked down at her breasts and sighed while the water flowed all over the rest of her body.<br/><br/>""This sucks."""
15539,"The Streets of Knox , a Need For Speed RP (IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324599,2014-12-28T09:14:00,Val Halla,"Elliot set about repairing his damaged Corolla. The accident had destroyed his rear suspension, and the tyres all needed replacing. He decided to switch to Pirelli tyres, his Hankook tyres failing beneath him. He wore something typical of a man repairing a car, blue jeans and a long shirt. A Nissan Silvia rolled in, driven by the same woman that picked up his crash Toyota. The car was very loud, and very green. ""I've got some Bilstein springs for you. Will that do?"" she asked. ""Sure, should work,"" responded Elliot. He decided he was done working on his Corolla. He stepped into a Nissan Skyline, powered by four turbos, a 6.5 litre V10 and 850 BHP. It was one of the fastest tuners anybody had ever seen, and would be more than capable of going toe-to-toe with the exotics. So he set off to find trouble."
15540,"The Streets of Knox , a Need For Speed RP (IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324599&start=25,2014-12-28T13:38:00,Chistanad,"<blockquote><div><cite>Stormwrath <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324599&amp;p=22938305#p22938305"">wrote</a>:</cite>The radio finally gave away the suspect's location, just what Rodney was looking for. ""Attention all units, suspect last seen westbound at Knox University Campus Circle. Requesting all units to head there now.""<br/><br/>He then responded, ""Roger that."" Upon the suggestion of another undercover cop that they set up a roadblock, he replied, ""Negative, not enough time to set up one. Let's try a rolling block on the suspect. Might wanna end this before noon.""<br/><br/>Other police units are already ahead of the Mercedes ready to use the tactic to end the pursuit. ""Copy that, rolling block in formation.""<br/><br/>The suspect car went off the circle and into Indigo Street. There, four cop cars began to surround the Mercedes as it went down the asphalt. The two state cruisers slammed in the brakes and the Mercedes failed to stop in time. Once it bumped into both of the police cars' rears, the other two sealed off the suspect's chances of escape. Rodney arrived at the scene and stepped out of his car. The suspect stepped out of his, being ordered to put his hands up. He was handcuffed and brought to a police cruiser. On the way, he looked Rodney and muttered, ""Rob, you traitor.""<br/><br/>In response Rodney replied, ""It's my job.""<br/><br/>He then radioed the others and said, ""What's the status of the other suspect drivers?""<br/></div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Unit 2428 to Control the Mercedes is captured and as for the other racers, they got away.""<br/><br/>""Copy. We'll set up a search containment in the downtown area for the other racers.""<br/><br/>""Copy. I'll keep my eyes out."" Ted gets out of his patrol car and looks at the driver of the Mercedes-Benz, he looks pissed. Ted then walks over to Rodney.<br/><br/>""Hey Rodney, good work out there. I'm glad your on our side."""
15541,"The Streets of Knox , a Need For Speed RP (IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324599&start=25,2014-12-28T14:01:00,Val Halla,"<blockquote><div><cite>Chistanad <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324599&amp;p=22941154#p22941154"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Stormwrath <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324599&amp;p=22938305#p22938305"">wrote</a>:</cite>The radio finally gave away the suspect's location, just what Rodney was looking for. ""Attention all units, suspect last seen westbound at Knox University Campus Circle. Requesting all units to head there now.""<br/><br/>He then responded, ""Roger that."" Upon the suggestion of another undercover cop that they set up a roadblock, he replied, ""Negative, not enough time to set up one. Let's try a rolling block on the suspect. Might wanna end this before noon.""<br/><br/>Other police units are already ahead of the Mercedes ready to use the tactic to end the pursuit. ""Copy that, rolling block in formation.""<br/><br/>The suspect car went off the circle and into Indigo Street. There, four cop cars began to surround the Mercedes as it went down the asphalt. The two state cruisers slammed in the brakes and the Mercedes failed to stop in time. Once it bumped into both of the police cars' rears, the other two sealed off the suspect's chances of escape. Rodney arrived at the scene and stepped out of his car. The suspect stepped out of his, being ordered to put his hands up. He was handcuffed and brought to a police cruiser. On the way, he looked Rodney and muttered, ""Rob, you traitor.""<br/><br/>In response Rodney replied, ""It's my job.""<br/><br/>He then radioed the others and said, ""What's the status of the other suspect drivers?""<br/></div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Unit 2428 to Control the Mercedes is captured and as for the other racers, they got away.""<br/><br/>""Copy. We'll set up a search containment in the downtown area for the other racers.""<br/><br/>""Copy. I'll keep my eyes out."" Ted gets out of his patrol car and looks at the driver of the Mercedes-Benz, he looks pissed. Ted then walks over to Rodney.<br/><br/>""Hey Rodney, good work out there. I'm glad your on our side.""</div></blockquote><br/>Elliot continued to drift through the streets in his Skyline. The tyres smoked as they deposited themselves onto the road. He sharply pulled the handbreak, and threw the car through red traffic lights. As he pulled his car back straight he looked in the rear view mirror. Flashing lights appeared, and a street racer blasted past him. He realised he just put himself in a very vulnerable position. He buried the throttle into the floor, opened the window and threw a glass of whiskey at one of the pursuing police cars. The glass went through the window of the cruiser, and hit the officer in the head, causing him to crash. He then looked over to the passenger seat, on which sat a pistol, armed and dangerous. ""No,"" he told himself. He was a criminal, but not a violent one. He called up one of his other crew members, telling the situation. He responded by saying that there was a very violent police presence in the area. All Cartwright could do was hope. He received a ram from behind, unsettling the powerful Nissan slightly."
15542,"The Streets of Knox , a Need For Speed RP (IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324599&start=25,2014-12-28T20:03:00,Altito Asmoro,"Lee is in the middle of a race, a sprint one. From one side to the other side, at the south obviously. His car the has the marks of Eastside Maulers on the left side of the body and on it's spoiler. His enemies in this race are 2, one with Lamborghini Gallardo, seemed to be modified already. The other one is a heavily modified RX-8, but it's not as...fast the rest of the other two which is Lee and the other guy. In the end, he won, he got the bet, and he went to a garage, his place. His home. At his home he checked his fridge, grabbed a cold water and a half-eaten sandwich for dinner. He reviewed what he just did this morning. It seems nothing is achieved currently. If he can do something..."
15543,"The Streets of Knox , a Need For Speed RP (IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324599&start=25,2014-12-29T18:55:00,Stormwrath,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Chistanad""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Chistanad <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324599&amp;p=22941154#p22941154"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Stormwrath <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324599&amp;p=22938305#p22938305"">wrote</a>:</cite>The radio finally gave away the suspect's location, just what Rodney was looking for. ""Attention all units, suspect last seen westbound at Knox University Campus Circle. Requesting all units to head there now.""<br/><br/>He then responded, ""Roger that."" Upon the suggestion of another undercover cop that they set up a roadblock, he replied, ""Negative, not enough time to set up one. Let's try a rolling block on the suspect. Might wanna end this before noon.""<br/><br/>Other police units are already ahead of the Mercedes ready to use the tactic to end the pursuit. ""Copy that, rolling block in formation.""<br/><br/>The suspect car went off the circle and into Indigo Street. There, four cop cars began to surround the Mercedes as it went down the asphalt. The two state cruisers slammed in the brakes and the Mercedes failed to stop in time. Once it bumped into both of the police cars' rears, the other two sealed off the suspect's chances of escape. Rodney arrived at the scene and stepped out of his car. The suspect stepped out of his, being ordered to put his hands up. He was handcuffed and brought to a police cruiser. On the way, he looked Rodney and muttered, ""Rob, you traitor.""<br/><br/>In response Rodney replied, ""It's my job.""<br/><br/>He then radioed the others and said, ""What's the status of the other suspect drivers?""<br/></div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Unit 2428 to Control the Mercedes is captured and as for the other racers, they got away.""<br/><br/>""Copy. We'll set up a search containment in the downtown area for the other racers.""<br/><br/>""Copy. I'll keep my eyes out."" Ted gets out of his patrol car and looks at the driver of the Mercedes-Benz, he looks pissed. Ted then walks over to Rodney.<br/><br/>""Hey Rodney, good work out there. I'm glad your on our side.""</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/>""Yeah"", he replied while pulling out a cigar and lighting it. ""However, y'all did a pretty good job too. We've managed to bust four suspects in this pursuit, which couldn't have been done without all of the effort put in by all of us. For now let's-""<br/><br/>At thus, a Nissan Skyline appeared out of the blue and sped past the cops. A whiskey bottle was thrown out of the car and landed on an officer's head. In response he maneuvered his police cruiser and rammed the Skyline from behind.<br/><br/>""Well, guess this ain't over. Officer Ted, prepare for another busting."" Rodney then went back to his vehicle and radioed other police vehicles in the area, saying, ""Attention all units, we've got a wanted suspect heading eastbound on Indigo Street. Send some available units to pursue him. Suspect is a modified Nissan Skyline.""<br/><br/>He then stepped into his car and went into the pursuit. He activated his Nitrous to pull closer to the suspect, hopefully to end this quickly."
15544,"The Streets of Knox , a Need For Speed RP (IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324599&start=25,2014-12-29T19:56:00,Evil Twin of Val Halla,"<blockquote><div><cite>Stormwrath <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324599&amp;p=22956625#p22956625"">wrote</a>:</cite><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Chistanad""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Chistanad <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324599&amp;p=22941154#p22941154"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""Unit 2428 to Control the Mercedes is captured and as for the other racers, they got away.""<br/><br/>""Copy. We'll set up a search containment in the downtown area for the other racers.""<br/><br/>""Copy. I'll keep my eyes out."" Ted gets out of his patrol car and looks at the driver of the Mercedes-Benz, he looks pissed. Ted then walks over to Rodney.<br/><br/>""Hey Rodney, good work out there. I'm glad your on our side.""</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/>""Yeah"", he replied while pulling out a cigar and lighting it. ""However, y'all did a pretty good job too. We've managed to bust four suspects in this pursuit, which couldn't have been done without all of the effort put in by all of us. For now let's-""<br/><br/>At thus, a Nissan Skyline appeared out of the blue and sped past the cops. A whiskey bottle was thrown out of the car and landed on an officer's head. In response he maneuvered his police cruiser and rammed the Skyline from behind.<br/><br/>""Well, guess this ain't over. Officer Ted, prepare for another busting."" Rodney then went back to his vehicle and radioed other police vehicles in the area, saying, ""Attention all units, we've got a wanted suspect heading eastbound on Indigo Street. Send some available units to pursue him. Suspect is a modified Nissan Skyline.""<br/><br/>He then stepped into his car and went into the pursuit. He activated his Nitrous to pull closer to the suspect, hopefully to end this quickly.</div></blockquote><br/>Elliot looked back, and saw that another officer had joined the pursuit. He was clearly more suited to a high speed chase than the others. He pulled a can of Diet Coke out of the glovebox, and took a big slurp out of it, before depositing it onto the road. The rear bumper fell off the car, unsettling it slightly. As the the main pursuer neared, he looked back towards the gun. He tried to take aim, but quickly dropped it. He became nervous, and began to struggle. He slid and slided, partly due to his panic, and partly due to the difficult handling of the car. He turned on the radio to classical music to calm himself, but he continued to struggle, clipping walls and civilian cars, inflicting damage on the Skyline that wasn't even his. He side swept one of the officers, which damaged his front suspension and steering."
15545,"The Streets of Knox , a Need For Speed RP (IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324599&start=25,2014-12-29T20:15:00,Stormwrath,"Rodney followed behind the suspect, which looked like he was driving nervously. Traffic cars were dodged by the undercover cop one by one, as he kept pushing further to reach the Skyline. Sensing that the suspect had a very little chance of escape, and that there were no cars on the stretch of road they were on, Rodney did a PIT maneuver on the suspect's car to try to spin him out.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>Adelaide and Rothcall were already finished playing the Xbox. Now the two were replacing the front bumper of her Corvette, which was deformed from the pursuit earlier that day. Probably they will have to repair the sideskirts and the doors too. By this time, Adelaide's stomach rumbled out of the blue. She said to Rothcall, ""Hey, want to take a lunch break? It's on me today.""<br/><br/>Rothcall, surprised that she would be the one buying lunch, straightened out his cap and replied, ""Sure. What car should we take? We can't have the Corvette rolling around again.""<br/><br/>""The Subaru, of course."". She was referring to the red 2005 Subaru Impreza parked opposite the Corvette.<br/><br/>""Fine, but I'll drive."""
15546,"The Streets of Knox , a Need For Speed RP (IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324599&start=25,2014-12-29T20:25:00,Evil Twin of Val Halla,"<blockquote><div><cite>Stormwrath <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324599&amp;p=22957437#p22957437"">wrote</a>:</cite>Rodney followed behind the suspect, which looked like he was driving nervously. Traffic cars were dodged by the undercover cop one by one, as he kept pushing further to reach the Skyline. Sensing that the suspect had a very little chance of escape, and that there were no cars on the stretch of road they were on, Rodney did a PIT maneuver on the suspect's car to try to spin him out.</div></blockquote><br/>Elliot lost complete control of the car. He tried to snatch the but it threw itself out of his hands. He hit a wall. Hard. The front of the car crumpled, and a momentum change sent the car upside down. He slid on his roof for a while, before his car was hit by a Cadillac Escalade. When his car came to a stop, he was bloodied and in pain. The handgun had dropped out through the window, and he was left with of chance of escape. He unfastened his seatbelt and fell down. It appeared he have cracked his ribs.He ctwaled out of the car and put his hands up in defeat."
15547,"The Streets of Knox , a Need For Speed RP (IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324599&start=25,2014-12-29T20:33:00,Stormwrath,"Rodney quickly slowed down his car and stopped near the wreckage. The suspect crawled out of the car, blood starting to come out of his side. As he put his hands up, Rodney radioed the others and replied, ""Suspect's car has been sent into a roll. Suspect is injured, I need ambulance here at this location.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Copy that, a police ambulance has been dispatched and will be arriving at your location soon.""</span><br/><br/>Rodney proceeded to pull the suspect away from the car and let him sit down next to a telephone pole. He handcuffed the suspect and asked him, ""What's your name?"""
15548,"The Streets of Knox , a Need For Speed RP (IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324599&start=25,2014-12-29T20:47:00,Evil Twin of Val Halla,"<blockquote><div><cite>Stormwrath <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324599&amp;p=22957587#p22957587"">wrote</a>:</cite>Rodney quickly slowed down his car and stopped near the wreckage. The suspect crawled out of the car, blood starting to come out of his side. As he put his hands up, Rodney radioed the others and replied, ""Suspect's car has been sent into a roll. Suspect is injured, I need ambulance here at this location.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Copy that, a police ambulance has been dispatched and will be arriving at your location soon.""</span><br/><br/>Rodney proceeded to pull the suspect away from the car and let him sit down next to a telephone pole. He handcuffed the suspect and asked him, ""What's your name?""</div></blockquote><br/>""Elliot, sir"" he responded. He spat out some blood. Blood was also running out of his nose, but he couldn't wipe it. He tried to pull himslef up to run off, but he fell flat on his face. He was still in a state of shock from the accident. He managed to see his car through the blood running over his eyes. It was a wreck. An expensive and highly tuned car was written off, and was surely going to be crushed."
15549,"The Streets of Knox , a Need For Speed RP (IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324599&start=25,2014-12-29T22:57:00,Stormwrath,"He noticed that the suspect, this Elliot, tried to get up, but then fell on his face. Rodney helped him back up and said, ""Don't strain yourself. You have a few fractured ribs."" He then pulled out a bandage from his pocket and wrapped it around Elliot's chest. After adding a few more bandages on his head and on his left arm, he waited for the ambulance to arrive. After two minutes, it did, along with a few police cars. Two nurses came out of the vehicle and brought the folding bed, while Rodney helped the suspect up, removed the handcuffs, and placed him on the bed. The nurses told him to lie down while they brought the bed back inside the ambulance.<br/><br/>Rodney went back to his car and radioed to the other police officers, ""Suspect has been apprehended, will be sending him to the police hospital for treatment of injuries. Good job everyone.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Copy that Unit 1725, will be readying emergency room.""</span><br/><br/>He closed the car's door and started up the engine. After that he began the drive back to the KCPD precinct, after busting a few street racers. So far this has been the most busts of the Police Department this week. However, there was no time to celebrate, for there are still more racers on the prowl for racing on Knox's streets.<br/><br/><hr/><br/>The Subaru Impreza parked in the parking space in front of a diner at a certain junction. Adelaide and Rothcall both stepped out of the car and went inside, wanting to have some lunch. They found a table right next to the window, and they sat at opposite sides of the table. This diner was where they would often eat, and rightly so. It had some good service, delicious meals, and somewhat cheaper prices compared to other diners within five miles of the Knox City Speedway. A waitress came over to their table and said, ""Good noon. What may be your orders?""<br/><br/>Adelaide started first and said, ""Oh, just the usual please."" Rothcall then added, ""And could we also have a slice of cheesecake to go with that?""<br/><br/>The waitress then repeated the order. ""Okay, so two cheeseburgers with fries, two glasses of Coke, and two cheesecakes?""<br/><br/>""Yes please"", the British woman replied.<br/><br/>""Okay then, will be coming back with your order.""<br/><br/>""Thanks.""<br/><br/>She flicked her hair a couple of time and then said to Rothcall, ""I'm going again for the<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/United_SportsCar_Championship"" rel=""nofollow"">TUSCC</a>. Maybe this time they will let me race.""<br/><br/>""Probably not"", replied Rothcall. ""Only the best of the best in this country can race in that league.""<br/><br/>""Who knows? Maybe they will. After all, I have been improving a lot at racing GT cars.""<br/><br/>""Mostly from street races.""<br/><br/>""But still, compared to last time I think I have a shot at this.""<br/><br/>""Ummm, when have you applied?""<br/><br/>""Last week. They would even come to the speedway next week to evaluate my performance.""<br/><br/>""They're going to come over to Knox City International Speedway?""<br/><br/>""Yes. I think a few of the Exotic Racers will show up to see me.""<br/><br/>Rothcall rubbed his head. ""Oh, well I look forward to... when is that day?""<br/><br/>""Thursday.""<br/><br/>""Right, Thursday next week."""
15550,"The Streets of Knox , a Need For Speed RP (IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324599&start=25,2014-12-30T05:30:00,Evil Twin of Val Halla,"Elliot was transported to the nearest hospital. His wounds were not life threatening, but it was hardly a light scrape either. The other guys would be less than pleased if they found out what happened to him, or the Skyline. For now though, he was justed put in a hospital bed. A nurse bandaged him up, and stitched the large cuts he had received to his head, arms and torso. He had also received a broken nose and fractured ribs. A quick x-ray showed nothing more. He was put back into bed, and a nurse was put to watch over him. He was still under arrest, even if he was in hospital. He looked towards the TV. He saw sething he really didn't want to. His chase (and subsequent accident) was being reported. He sighed, which injured his ribs further."
15551,"The Streets of Knox , a Need For Speed RP (IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324599&start=25,2014-12-30T06:06:00,Altito Asmoro,"Lee went into his garage to fix his car. There are some loose screws at the tires and oil lost. Immediately after he able to did those of the fixes, he went back inside and watched TV. It appears there is yet another crash and capture by the local police. Damn, Knox City Police Department is not something to be looking down of. He went into planning what should be the next day's plan. Wheel Spikes to use to another car maybe a good example, especially when he wants to expand his group into another areas."
15552,"The Streets of Knox , a Need For Speed RP (IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324599&start=25,2014-12-30T06:09:00,Stormwrath,"""...Oh my goodness, really?"", Adelaide said as the waitress came to their table with the two plates placed on a tray, each has a cheeseburger with fries placed around it. Along with it, there were two glasses of Coke. She placed the tray on their table and placed one of each plate and glass in front of Adelaide and Rothcall. The waitress then said to them, ""Cheesecakes will be brought here soon.""<br/><br/>""Alright, thank you very much"", replied Adelaide. The waitress bowed slightly and went to get the cheesecakes. Now it was time for lunch. Rothcall took a large bite out of his cheeseburger, and was satisfied. Adelaide in contrast, just took her sweet time and took little bites out of her cheeseburger, sometimes taking some fries and dipping them in the ketchup. She then continued, ""Anyways, there's no way that Nathan could've got away with that.""<br/><br/>Rothcall looked up and replied, ""Well he did. Doubt that he would last long with that video of his. The cops would've traced him in a few days.""<br/><br/>""But the fact that he had the audacity to do that is beyond me.""<br/><br/>""I'd not encourage you to post videos of yourself racing on Knox's streets.""<br/><br/>""Don't worry, I'm not that stupid.""<br/><br/>""Yeah, as if the League of Legends thing isn't stupid...""<br/><br/>""That was three years ago.""<br/><br/>The waitress already returned with the cheesecakes and placed the plates in front of the two. She said to them, ""Okay, here are your cheesecakes. Thank you for dining here.""<br/><br/>""Anytime"", replied Rothcall. And the waitress bowed once more before leaving the two to their own devices. He then continued, ""Okay, have you heard of that car crash in Downtown Knox?""<br/><br/>""Oh yeah, I've heard of it. I noticed that the cops have gotten more brutal recently.""<br/><br/>""Yeah, as if all they care is the bust. Might wanna watch your ass next time when the cops show up.""<br/><br/><hr/><br/>Jackie had just got out of the shower, with a cerulean towel wrapped around her body and a smaller white towel around her hair. She then proceeded to her room to change. She put on another shirt and a pair of shorts and proceeded to the kitchen to make lunch for the rest of the family. Her little brother, a 17 year old teenager, was sitting in the living room playing Mass Effect 3 on his Xbox. He was kind of thin and pale skinned compared to Jackie, and was dependent on asthma suppressants. So far he hasn't had any attacks, and he has been taking prescription just like the doctor told him, when any normal teenager would disregard.<br/><br/>By the time noon struck, she placed the finished meals on the table, consisting of tuna, beef, and lettuce salad. She called out to her dad who was at the garage working on a customer's car. ""Dad, lunch is ready.""<br/><br/>""Okay J, be right there."" Her dad wiped his hands with the cloth wrapped around his neck and took off his uniform as he entered the house. He placed it on the hanger and then went to the sink to wash his hands. After all, motor oil and beef all over his fingers do not go well together. He then sat at the table, calling out, ""Jason, time to eat.""<br/><br/>Jason paused his game and then headed for the table, which was a round table. Jackie sat on the chair near the fridge, while dad sat opposite to her and Jason sat adjacent to her. After that it was lunchtime."
15553,"The Streets of Knox , a Need For Speed RP (IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324599&start=25,2014-12-30T10:15:00,Evil Twin of Val Halla,"Elliot looked longingly out of the window. He was trapped in a hospital, and was technically under arrest. He didn't take long to decide that he wanted to leave. He snook out through the window. He then jumped down out of the window, and rolled onto the ground. He broke onto a Ford Fiesta and sped off. He was quite a sore thumb, speeding around wearing scrubs. He tried to make his way towards a clothes shop, having found a wallet in the glovebox."
15554,"The Streets of Knox , a Need For Speed RP (IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324599&start=25,2014-12-31T04:22:00,Stormwrath,"<span style=""font-style: italic"">a few hours later...</span><br/><br/>""He what?!""<br/><br/>The nurse was now starting to shake in front of Rodney. The police had arrived at the hospital to retrieve the suspect and bring him to the precinct. A police officer came up to him and reported, ""The suspect might've snuck out through the window and stole a car; a traffic warden reported of a Ford Fiesta stolen.""<br/><br/>Rodney then ordered, ""Search the city blocks around the hospital. He could be less than five miles from here."" The police officer turned and said, ""Thanks for your time.""<br/><br/>As the nurse scurried away, the police officers exited the hospital and began to search for the suspect. Cop cars started and drove off at nearly the same time. Rodney said to himself as he went to his (not a Ferrari) police car, ""Heh, the suspect won't last long, not with those injuries."""
15555,"The Streets of Knox , a Need For Speed RP (IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324599&start=25,2014-12-31T04:53:00,Evil Twin of Val Halla,"Elliot left the clothing store. He donned a black coat, a fluffy deerstalker hat and some navy coloured jeans. He needed to stay out of anybody's line of sight. Sirely now he wuld be a wanted criminal. He went to a pharmacy and took some strong painkillers. He went to a cafe to gulp them down when a police patrol came into view. He quickly hid under the table. It was clear now. They knew. He knew now that he would be tracked. He drove the Fiesta to a back alley and burned it to hide forensic details. But then, some officers spotted him. He turned and an down a back street. He vaulted a fence, stumbling as he laned. He ram through the middle od the road, right into the path of a police car."
15556,"The Streets of Knox , a Need For Speed RP (IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324599&start=25,2014-12-31T05:57:00,Altito Asmoro,"Lee went into the street, more specifically to the western side of the city. He sorts into ditching his plan and cruising into the city. He more or less needs time to be alone, with his car, with his life. With his own personal devil. In the end, no one ever noticed of what he did, so it more of a win-win? He guessed so. As he went cruising the streets...<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Evil Twin of Val Halla <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324599&amp;p=22973057#p22973057"">wrote</a>:</cite>Elliot left the clothing store. He donned a black coat, a fluffy deerstalker hat and some navy coloured jeans. He needed to stay out of anybody's line of sight. Sirely now he wuld be a wanted criminal. He went to a pharmacy and took some strong painkillers. He went to a cafe to gulp them down when a police patrol came into view. He quickly hid under the table. It was clear now. They knew. He knew now that he would be tracked. He drove the Fiesta to a back alley and burned it to hide forensic details. But then, some officers spotted him. He turned and an down a back street. He vaulted a fence, stumbling as he laned. He ram through the middle od the road, right into the path of a police car.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>His car is behind a police car, which is..umm...dangerous. So to say, so he takes time to carefully carves the way out from there. It will be hard with his left side of the body, the clan symbol, marked there."
15557,"The Streets of Knox , a Need For Speed RP (IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324599&start=25,2014-12-31T23:46:00,Stormwrath,"A police officer in the car spotted Elliot, who looked hurt. As the suspect tried to run away, he then shouted, ""Hey stop!"", but it was no use. He then got out of his car and then radioed other officers, ""Suspect has been spotted on Raleigh Avenue, in pursuit of him now. Send more units here.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Copy that, units have been dispatched and are heading over to your location now.""</span><br/><br/>He started to chase the suspect on foot in an attempt to pin him down. He had a TAZER in his left holster and a handgun in his right. As he was running after Elliot, he already had the TAZER in hand. Rodney was on his way, too; heading there at high speed in his county police cruiser."
15558,"The Streets of Knox , a Need For Speed RP (IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324599&start=25,2014-12-31T23:50:00,Altito Asmoro,"<blockquote><div><cite>Stormwrath <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324599&amp;p=22982828#p22982828"">wrote</a>:</cite>A police officer in the car spotted Elliot, who looked hurt. As the suspect tried to run away, he then shouted, ""Hey stop!"", but it was no use. He then got out of his car and then radioed other officers, ""Suspect has been spotted on Raleigh Avenue, in pursuit of him now. Send more units here.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Copy that, units have been dispatched and are heading over to your location now.""</span><br/><br/>He started to chase the suspect on foot in an attempt to pin him down. He had a TAZER in his left holster and a handgun in his right. As he was running after Elliot, he already had the TAZER in hand. Rodney was on his way, too; heading there at high speed in his county police cruiser.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Oh man.</span><br/><br/>In front of him, the police officer went out from his car. While the somebody (possibly suspect) ran away. Lee is pretty much screwed up at this point. On one hand, he could escaped now. On the other hand, escaping is through the front which is at this point is trying to catch the suspect. Lee took a deep breath, before turn right and speed straight ahead, using Extreme Turbo Boost to enhances his car's speed to get away from the police.<br/><br/>It may hit the police officer and/or the suspect."
15559,"The Streets of Knox , a Need For Speed RP (IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324599&start=25,2015-01-01T00:40:00,Chistanad,"<blockquote><div><cite>Stormwrath <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324599&amp;p=22982828#p22982828"">wrote</a>:</cite>A police officer in the car spotted Elliot, who looked hurt. As the suspect tried to run away, he then shouted, ""Hey stop!"", but it was no use. He then got out of his car and then radioed other officers, ""Suspect has been spotted on Raleigh Avenue, in pursuit of him now. Send more units here.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Copy that, units have been dispatched and are heading over to your location now.""</span><br/><br/>He started to chase the suspect on foot in an attempt to pin him down. He had a TAZER in his left holster and a handgun in his right. As he was running after Elliot, he already had the TAZER in hand. Rodney was on his way, too; heading there at high speed in his county police cruiser.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Ted Lerg pulls up to a red light. He sits there waiting for the light to turn green. He turns up the radio because his favorite song, ""Night Moves"" by bob Seger, comes on the radio. suddenly the dispatcher comes over the police radio.<br/><br/>""This is control to all units. We have an APB on a Ford Fiesta. It was heading west from the hospital. The Fiesta has a licence number of A32 471.""<br/><br/>""Copy this is Unit 2428. I'll be on lookout.""<br/><br/>""Copy."" Ted looks up and the light turns green. Ted drives three blocks and turns to a store.<span style=""font-style: italic"">A clothing store. I could get something for my wife,</span>Ted thinks. He steps out of his patrol car and walks inside. The clerk behind the counter speaks to Ted.<br/><br/>""Hello officer. What you looking for?""<br/><br/>""My wife's birthday is coming up and I thought of giving her some new clothes.""<br/><br/>""That's thoughtful. Try the exotic shirts in the back."" Ted starts to walk to the back when a voice comes over the radio.<br/><br/>""Suspect has been spotted on Raleigh Avenue, in pursuit of him now. Send more units here.""<br/><br/>""Shit."" Ted runs out to his patrol car and floors it to Raleigh Avenue."
15560,"The Streets of Knox , a Need For Speed RP (IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324599&start=25,2015-01-01T05:07:00,Stormwrath,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Altito Asmoro""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Altito Asmoro <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324599&amp;p=22982865#p22982865"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Stormwrath <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324599&amp;p=22982828#p22982828"">wrote</a>:</cite>A police officer in the car spotted Elliot, who looked hurt. As the suspect tried to run away, he then shouted, ""Hey stop!"", but it was no use. He then got out of his car and then radioed other officers, ""Suspect has been spotted on Raleigh Avenue, in pursuit of him now. Send more units here.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Copy that, units have been dispatched and are heading over to your location now.""</span><br/><br/>He started to chase the suspect on foot in an attempt to pin him down. He had a TAZER in his left holster and a handgun in his right. As he was running after Elliot, he already had the TAZER in hand. Rodney was on his way, too; heading there at high speed in his county police cruiser.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Oh man.</span><br/><br/>In front of him, the police officer went out from his car. While the somebody (possibly suspect) ran away. Lee is pretty much screwed up at this point. On one hand, he could escaped now. On the other hand, escaping is through the front which is at this point is trying to catch the suspect. Lee took a deep breath, before turn right and speed straight ahead, using Extreme Turbo Boost to enhances his car's speed to get away from the police.<br/><br/>It may hit the police officer and/or the suspect.</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/>""Oh shit!"", said the police officer as he saw a black Toyota Supra heading his way. He quickly ran off the street so he wouldn't be roadkill. As he was chasing the suspect, he radioed back, ""Reporting another suspect going over the speed limit, a black Toyota Supra.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Copy that, sending units to pursue suspect car.""</span><br/><br/>Surprisingly the police officer seemed to have a lot of stamina. He felt like he was doing the marathon at the Olympics, or running up some stairs. Either way, it seemed to be tiring for the guy, and that he needed to pass out. He was also surprised that the suspect he was going after had just as enough stamina as him, maybe even more. But whenever he thought of taking a break, he shook his head, thinking that one second of stopping would give the suspect enough time to evade on foot, and probably steal another car."
15561,"The Streets of Knox , a Need For Speed RP (IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324599&start=25,2015-01-01T05:38:00,Evil Twin of Val Halla,"<blockquote><div><cite>Stormwrath <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324599&amp;p=22984462#p22984462"">wrote</a>:</cite><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Altito Asmoro""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Altito Asmoro <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324599&amp;p=22982865#p22982865"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Oh man.</span><br/><br/>In front of him, the police officer went out from his car. While the somebody (possibly suspect) ran away. Lee is pretty much screwed up at this point. On one hand, he could escaped now. On the other hand, escaping is through the front which is at this point is trying to catch the suspect. Lee took a deep breath, before turn right and speed straight ahead, using Extreme Turbo Boost to enhances his car's speed to get away from the police.<br/><br/>It may hit the police officer and/or the suspect.</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/>""Oh shit!"", said the police officer as he saw a black Toyota Supra heading his way. He quickly ran off the street so he wouldn't be roadkill. As he was chasing the suspect, he radioed back, ""Reporting another suspect going over the speed limit, a black Toyota Supra.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Copy that, sending units to pursue suspect car.""</span><br/><br/>Surprisingly the police officer seemed to have a lot of stamina. He felt like he was doing the marathon at the Olympics, or running up some stairs. Either way, it seemed to be tiring for the guy, and that he needed to pass out. He was also surprised that the suspect he was going after had just as enough stamina as him, maybe even more. But whenever he thought of taking a break, he shook his head, thinking that one second of stopping would give the suspect enough time to evade on foot, and probably steal another car.</div></blockquote><br/>Elliot continued to try and escape on foot. A car stopped in front in front of him, but he slipped over the bonnet, though he lost his footing when he landed. He lost a shoe, cut his foot as he continued to run away. He shouted back to the officer ""tired yet?"", mocking him to distract him. He ran down a dark alley and tried to vault the fence . He failed, and was left trapped. He sprinted towards the officer, hoping he would dive out of the way, without realising he was armed."
15562,"The Streets of Knox , a Need For Speed RP (IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324599&start=25,2015-01-01T05:49:00,Stormwrath,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Val Halla""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Evil Twin of Val Halla <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324599&amp;p=22984590#p22984590"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Stormwrath <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324599&amp;p=22984462#p22984462"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""Oh shit!"", said the police officer as he saw a black Toyota Supra heading his way. He quickly ran off the street so he wouldn't be roadkill. As he was chasing the suspect, he radioed back, ""Reporting another suspect going over the speed limit, a black Toyota Supra.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Copy that, sending units to pursue suspect car.""</span><br/><br/>Surprisingly the police officer seemed to have a lot of stamina. He felt like he was doing the marathon at the Olympics, or running up some stairs. Either way, it seemed to be tiring for the guy, and that he needed to pass out. He was also surprised that the suspect he was going after had just as enough stamina as him, maybe even more. But whenever he thought of taking a break, he shook his head, thinking that one second of stopping would give the suspect enough time to evade on foot, and probably steal another car.</div></blockquote><br/>Elliot continued to try and escape on foot. A car stopped in front in front of him, but he slipped over the bonnet, though he lost his footing when he landed. He lost a shoe, cut his foot as he continued to run away. He shouted back to the officer ""tired yet?"", mocking him to distract him. He ran down a dark alley and tried to vault the fence . He failed, and was left trapped. He sprinted towards the officer, hoping he would dive out of the way, without realising he was armed.</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/>Now that Elliot was charging towards the officer, he pulled out his TAZER and stunned him. A couple of volts managed to stop the suspect for a few seconds, enough time for the cop to handcuff him. The officer was panting hard, and was now catching his breath. Once he was handcuffed, the officer radioed, ""Suspect is now apprehended, will be bringing him back to hospital. Please send a unit over to our location."" He gasped for air a couple of times while reporting back to his fellow officers.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Will do, a unit is heading there now. Others are currently in pursuit of the Supra.""</span><br/><br/>""Copy that.""<br/><br/>After two minutes, a police car came over and stopped in front of the alley. The police officer then brought Elliot inside the vehicle. By now the suspect had incurred more injuries, including one on his foot."
15563,"The Streets of Knox , a Need For Speed RP (IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324599&start=25,2015-01-01T05:54:00,Altito Asmoro,"<blockquote><div><cite>Stormwrath <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324599&amp;p=22984462#p22984462"">wrote</a>:</cite><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Altito Asmoro""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Altito Asmoro <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324599&amp;p=22982865#p22982865"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Oh man.</span><br/><br/>In front of him, the police officer went out from his car. While the somebody (possibly suspect) ran away. Lee is pretty much screwed up at this point. On one hand, he could escaped now. On the other hand, escaping is through the front which is at this point is trying to catch the suspect. Lee took a deep breath, before turn right and speed straight ahead, using Extreme Turbo Boost to enhances his car's speed to get away from the police.<br/><br/>It may hit the police officer and/or the suspect.</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/>""Oh shit!"", said the police officer as he saw a black Toyota Supra heading his way. He quickly ran off the street so he wouldn't be roadkill. As he was chasing the suspect, he radioed back, ""Reporting another suspect going over the speed limit, a black Toyota Supra.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Copy that, sending units to pursue suspect car.""</span><br/><br/>Surprisingly the police officer seemed to have a lot of stamina. He felt like he was doing the marathon at the Olympics, or running up some stairs. Either way, it seemed to be tiring for the guy, and that he needed to pass out. He was also surprised that the suspect he was going after had just as enough stamina as him, maybe even more. But whenever he thought of taking a break, he shook his head, thinking that one second of stopping would give the suspect enough time to evade on foot, and probably steal another car.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Probably police will chase me. So the only option is to evade them by heading South.""<br/><br/>The Toyota Supra ran faster as he shifted the gear. He must escaped. The police is probably behind him, or maybe not. Spikes and Wheel Spikes are ready to be deployed, but without target it is hard. Especially now."
15564,"The Streets of Knox , a Need For Speed RP (IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324599&start=25,2015-01-01T06:07:00,Evil Twin of Val Halla,"<blockquote><div><cite>Stormwrath <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324599&amp;p=22984625#p22984625"">wrote</a>:</cite><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Val Halla""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Evil Twin of Val Halla <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324599&amp;p=22984590#p22984590"">wrote</a>:</cite>Elliot continued to try and escape on foot. A car stopped in front in front of him, but he slipped over the bonnet, though he lost his footing when he landed. He lost a shoe, cut his foot as he continued to run away. He shouted back to the officer ""tired yet?"", mocking him to distract him. He ran down a dark alley and tried to vault the fence . He failed, and was left trapped. He sprinted towards the officer, hoping he would dive out of the way, without realising he was armed.</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/>Now that Elliot was charging towards the officer, he pulled out his TAZER and stunned him. A couple of volts managed to stop the suspect for a few seconds, enough time for the cop to handcuff him. The officer was panting hard, and was now catching his breath. Once he was handcuffed, the officer radioed, ""Suspect is now apprehended, will be bringing him back to hospital. Please send a unit over to our location."" He gasped for air a couple of times while reporting back to his fellow officers.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Will do, a unit is heading there now. Others are currently in pursuit of the Supra.""</span><br/><br/>""Copy that.""<br/><br/>After two minutes, a police car came over and stopped in front of the alley. The police officer then brought Elliot inside the vehicle. By now the suspect had incurred more injuries, including one on his foot.</div></blockquote><br/>Elliot was taken once again to the hospital, and was this time handcuffed to the bed. In addition to his injuries prior, now he had a badly cut up foot and the shock was still going through him slightly. However, he felt fortunate that the officer did not just put a bullet in him. He was largely fine, and he was informed that he would soon be taken to the police station. For now though, he was left to think about what he'd done, also being glad he didn't shoot when first escaping. It appeared nobody had noticed the gun. He also thought how he would get out of custody. Bribes? Pay a fine? Maybe the officer would take sympathy on him. He was thown into another police car, to transport him to the police station."
15565,"The Streets of Knox , a Need For Speed RP (IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324599&start=50,2015-01-02T07:26:00,Toishima,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Altito Asmoro""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Altito Asmoro <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324599&amp;p=22984640#p22984640"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Probably police will chase me. So the only option is to evade them by heading South.""<br/><br/>The Toyota Supra ran faster as he shifted the gear. He must escaped. The police is probably behind him, or maybe not. Spikes and Wheel Spikes are ready to be deployed, but without target it is hard. Especially now.</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/>At the risk of being a severe double-stereotype, KCPD Sergeant James Danh was sitting in his Crown Victoria cruiser, a half-empty box of Chinese takeout sitting on his lap and a styrofoam cup of coffee in hand, a half-eaten doughnut soaking in the beverage. The Asian cop was parked at the side of the road on a relatively peaceful stretch along a side street, finishing up his lunch. Traffic was quite light today, with only a few minor refractions like dragging hitches and the like. Danh gave a wry smile.<span style=""font-style: italic"">When was the last time there was an illegal race? Oh, right, last night.</span><br/><br/>Such was life in Knox City. The adrenaline rush given by high-speed chases affected everyone, the police included. When things were quiet, everyone got bored. As much as Sgt. Danh wished for the destruction of these dangerous street gangs, some part of his subconscious yearned for the thrill of the chase.<br/><br/>He wouldn't have to wait long.<br/><br/>Out of nowhere, a black Toyota Supra suddenly tore past Danh's car at breakneck speed. Danh almost spat out his coffee. He just barely managed to get the Toyota's number plate and committed it to memory before grabbing for the ignition key.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Speak of the devil...</span>He dropped the cup- doughnut included- into the cup holder, turned the ignition key and fired up his pursuit sirens. He winded up the window as he gunned the engine. At that moment, dispatch came in, a few seconds too late as usual.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""All units, suspect in black Toyota Supra going dangerously over the speed limit in your area. Purse and apprehend.""</span><br/><br/>""Roger that, dispatch. Unit 8311 in pursuit,"" the Vietnamese-American officer replied, his Crown Vic' pulling out of the roadside lot and joining the light traffic. Cars swerved to let him pass, though there was already enough of a residual path from the Toyota's wild driving.<br/><br/>""Dispatch, black Toyota is going southward. Run a check on the following licence plate number,"" Danh barked, swerving to avoid a FedEx van and rattling off the Toyota's licence plate for the station to pull up the owner's identity.<br/><br/>After a few moments, he finally caught sight of the black Toyota again, still moving southwards. The Toyota's driver seemed to be no pushover, but then again Danh wasn't either. He rapidly shifted into high gear and pushed the Crown Vic as fast as she could go, the V8 roaring against the backdrop of his pursuit sirens.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Let's do this, motherfucker. One on one. Hãy chiến đấu!</span>"
15566,"The Streets of Knox , a Need For Speed RP (IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324599&start=50,2015-01-07T19:04:00,Altito Asmoro,"<blockquote><div><cite>Toishima <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324599&amp;p=22995932#p22995932"">wrote</a>:</cite><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Altito Asmoro""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Altito Asmoro <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324599&amp;p=22984640#p22984640"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Probably police will chase me. So the only option is to evade them by heading South.""<br/><br/>The Toyota Supra ran faster as he shifted the gear. He must escaped. The police is probably behind him, or maybe not. Spikes and Wheel Spikes are ready to be deployed, but without target it is hard. Especially now.</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/>At the risk of being a severe double-stereotype, KCPD Sergeant James Danh was sitting in his Crown Victoria cruiser, a half-empty box of Chinese takeout sitting on his lap and a styrofoam cup of coffee in hand, a half-eaten doughnut soaking in the beverage. The Asian cop was parked at the side of the road on a relatively peaceful stretch along a side street, finishing up his lunch. Traffic was quite light today, with only a few minor refractions like dragging hitches and the like. Danh gave a wry smile. <span style=""font-style: italic"">When was the last time there was an illegal race? Oh, right, last night.</span><br/><br/>Such was life in Knox City. The adrenaline rush given by high-speed chases affected everyone, the police included. When things were quiet, everyone got bored. As much as Sgt. Danh wished for the destruction of these dangerous street gangs, some part of his subconscious yearned for the thrill of the chase.<br/><br/>He wouldn't have to wait long.<br/><br/>Out of nowhere, a black Toyota Supra suddenly tore past Danh's car at breakneck speed. Danh almost spat out his coffee. He just barely managed to get the Toyota's number plate and committed it to memory before grabbing for the ignition key. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Speak of the devil...</span> He dropped the cup- doughnut included- into the cup holder, turned the ignition key and fired up his pursuit sirens. He winded up the window as he gunned the engine. At that moment, dispatch came in, a few seconds too late as usual.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""All units, suspect in black Toyota Supra going dangerously over the speed limit in your area. Purse and apprehend.""</span><br/><br/>""Roger that, dispatch. Unit 8311 in pursuit,"" the Vietnamese-American officer replied, his Crown Vic' pulling out of the roadside lot and joining the light traffic. Cars swerved to let him pass, though there was already enough of a residual path from the Toyota's wild driving.<br/><br/>""Dispatch, black Toyota is going southward. Run a check on the following licence plate number,"" Danh barked, swerving to avoid a FedEx van and rattling off the Toyota's licence plate for the station to pull up the owner's identity.<br/><br/>After a few moments, he finally caught sight of the black Toyota again, still moving southwards. The Toyota's driver seemed to be no pushover, but then again Danh wasn't either. He rapidly shifted into high gear and pushed the Crown Vic as fast as she could go, the V8 roaring against the backdrop of his pursuit sirens. <span style=""font-style: italic"">Let's do this, motherfucker. One on one. Hãy chiến đấu!</span></div></blockquote><br/><br/>The black Toyota Supra went to the highway on his way. His plan is to make an accident, some kind of one big accident. Sure to make one of that he needs to uses his tools and devices in his car. But that will be easy. He shifted his gear to five and accelerate faster than before. He has to finds a way, a wide one before he is able to do his way."
15567,"The Streets of Knox , a Need For Speed RP (IC)",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324599&start=50,2015-01-19T19:40:00,Stormwrath,"Rodney was sitting in his office browsing through his recent load of paperwork. It was mostly about the current state of the police department, which was starting to enter losses, probably because of the street racing phenomenon in Knox City. Every car, he was told by the chief, costs money, and the state might not probably give anymore money for KCPD to buy more vehicles. He sighed while sinking into his chair. ""There must be some way to end this already"", he mumbled to himself. He then straightened his back and browsed the database of his computer.<br/><hr/><br/>Rothcall and Adelaide had just finished their lunch and proceeded to drive back to the raceway. She was eager to practice, for this may be the fulfillment of her dreams. Well, at least, if she didn't have anything else in mind. Rothcall started the engine, and began driving back to the raceway; Adelaide being in the passenger's seat. He coupled the audio jack to his iPhone and played Drum and Bass songs. He was clearly having a good time, and was staring to bop his head to the rhythm of the music. He turned his head to Adelaide, who was looking out the side window.<br/><br/>""Is something on your mind?"", he asked.<br/><br/>""Nothing"", she replied in a monotonous tone. ""Just keep your eyes on the road.""<br/><br/>""Sure."" And that was when he turned his head back to view the horizon on his windshield. Traffic was certainly light today."
15568,Genoa Conference (New Imperialism/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324734,2014-12-23T15:50:00,Sabara,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Palazzo Reale, Genoa<br/>Liguria Canton<br/>April 24th 1881</span><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://images.fineartamerica.com/images-medium-large/genova-palazzo-reale--royal-palace-of-palazzo-dei-rolli-enrico-pelos.jpg""/></div></div></div><br/><br/>You shield your eyes as the sun infiltrates the large plantation shutters that adorn the central conference room. Huge chandeliers hang from the ceiling, and plush carpets cover the marble floor. In the middle of the room there is a small circular table surrounded by simple, wooden chairs - that's where you're sitting. You realize that the Palazzo Reale is truly as luxurious as claimed by those fickle Genoese.<br/><br/>Soon, your thoughts drift from your surroundings. Worries about how the Mediterranean nations might respond to some of your initiatives fill your stomach with butterflies. Representing Switzerland-Piedmont in one of it's first major home summits, it will be your job to eloquently portray the nation to a wide international audience. At least this shows the Chancellor's faith in you. Originally, Leon was going to be the sole representative, but the cabinet decided it would be more effective and formal if the Chancellor visited the meeting on the second day, with you (the Premier) as the main broker.<br/><br/>Suddenly, you hear the unmistakable noises of a horse-carriage. The flag adorning the top identifies it as the delegation from the Dual Kingdom. Your heartbeat races. It's almost time to begin.<br/><br/>(OOC: Just post arriving in the conference hall)"
15569,Genoa Conference (New Imperialism/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324734,2014-12-23T16:02:00,The Kingdom of Glitter,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Palazzo Reale, Genoa<br/>Liguria Canton<br/>April 24th 1881</span><br/><br/>As their carriage approached the Palazzo Reale, the Foreign Minister of the Dual Kingdom sat and thought to himself. He knew of his nation's ongoing actions in Egypt, and the plans to stabilize and absorb the region. He had assumed that most would not object to the actions of the Dual Kingdom, especially considering the Holy Father's approval of the declaration of war. However, that did not change the fact that Francia might oppose the course of action.<br/><br/>Francia was the only true threat to the Dual Kingdom, as per the Mediterranean nations went. There was some, largely unwarranted fear, they might intervene on behalf of Egypt. However, with the recent assassination of the Frankish President, the Foreign Minister knew they would be otherwise occupied.<br/><br/>He had noble intentions for the conference, including an idea he and his Assistant Minister of Foreign Relations, Feliu Castell, came up with and had proposed to the Prime Minister, who approved. The idea would be saved for the proper time, and First Minister Vilaró strongly hoped it would be received warmly.<br/><br/>Their carriage had finally arrived, and the First Minister and the Assistant First Minister quickly readied themselves to exit the carriage.<br/><br/>As the door was opened and the First Minister began to exit the carriage, he said ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Ah, Premier de Meuthse, what a pleasure it is to be in this beautiful city. I must thank you for having me. Shall I introduce you to the Assistant Foreign Minister of the Dual Kingdom? This is Mr. Feliu Castell</span>"""
15570,Genoa Conference (New Imperialism/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324734,2014-12-23T16:15:00,Sabara,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Palazzo Reale, Genoa<br/>Liguria Canton<br/>April 24th 1881</span><br/><br/>You smile at the First Minister, politely shaking his hand.<span style=""font-style: italic"">""These Catalonians are quite friendly, more friendly than I suspected""</span>, you think to yourself. When he introduces you to his assistant, you smile warmly and bow. ""It is an honor to make your acquaintance, Monsieur Castell.""<br/><br/>The group of three then begins moving into the Hall, and you attempt to make conversation with the Catalonian Minister. ""Well, Monsieur [?] it appears that the Frankish delegation will be arriving in ten minutes,"" You say, looking at your watch. ""While we're waiting I'd like to privately discuss the Dual Kingdom's involvement in Egypt.""<br/><br/>Tension in the room suddenly becomes palpable. Although Switzerland-Piedmont enjoyed cordial and even friendly relations with the Catalonians, the DK's intervention in Egypt caused quite a fright in the Swiss-Piedmontese National Assembly. Although they claimed to intervene in the well being of Egypt, it seemed blatant imperialism to the Swiss - which then translated as a threat to it's interests in Italy.<br/><br/>You continue. ""Monsieur, to be blunt, your actions in Egypt came as a shock to much of us in the Swiss Piedmontese government. Although we agree that intervention is.. warranted, I'm afraid that it increased the fear among us that your government could do similar in Italy, where we both share interests."""
15571,Genoa Conference (New Imperialism/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324734,2014-12-23T16:17:00,The Kingdom of Glitter,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Palazzo Reale, Genoa<br/>Liguria Canton<br/>April 24th 1881</span><br/><br/>The Foreign Minister was not entirely surprised that inquires were being made in regards to the attack on Egypt.<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Ah yes, Mister de Meuthse. Our actions are of course imperialistic, there is no denying that. However, keep in mind Egypt is not Italy. The Dual Kingdom is a proud nation, no doubt. And yes, we do occupy a sizable portion of the Peninsula. However, we have no desire to obtain anymore of it. We have two intentions for Italy, to prevent the unification of the continent and protect the Holy Father from anyone who wishes to bring him or his realm harm. Egypt, however, is an unstable nation, plunged into civil disorder. We only wish to return stability and bring the word of God to a region that has exploded in utter chaos. Switzerland-Piedmont is a stable nation, and the word of God has arrived here centuries before you and I. It is simply in the interests of no one to invade your nation.</span>"""
15572,Genoa Conference (New Imperialism/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324734,2014-12-23T18:55:00,Sabara,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Palazzo Reale, Genoa<br/>Liguria Canton<br/>April 24th 1881</span><br/><br/>""Well, Monsieur, I appreciate your lauding of Switzerland-Piedmont; but I am also worried about how this may affect the Dual Kingdom's international standing. I understand that you Catalonians have nothing but good intentions, but it could spell danger for both of our realms, and specifically Italy, if the Prussians or Franks are offended."""
15573,Genoa Conference (New Imperialism/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324734,2014-12-23T18:57:00,The Kingdom of Glitter,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Palazzo Reale, Genoa<br/>Liguria Canton<br/>April 24th 1881</span><br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Ah yes, these are again valid concerns. Hopefully I will be able to reaffirm your faith in the Dual Kingdom. The only way I forsee incident with the Franks and the Germans is if we sieze the Suez for ourselves, of which we have no intention of doing. Due to our strong capitalist beliefs, I can personally assure you that no such seizure will ever occur under our watch. Now, onto the Franks. We maintain cordial relations with them, and I doubt this will strain our relationship too badly. However, given the recent events in Francia, I am sure their government has bigger concerns than Egypt. And in regards to the North Germans. We simply do not share a border with them, and they would have a hard time reaching the Mediterranean. I don't view them as a threat to the Dual Kingdom.</span>"""
15574,Genoa Conference (New Imperialism/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324734,2014-12-23T19:10:00,Carathon,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Palazzo Reale, Genoa<br/>Liguria Canton<br/>April 24th 1881</span><br/><br/>Merzanno di Firenze waddled through the marble in-laid stairs and beautiful statues of the Palazzo Reale.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Perhaps I have misjudged the Swiss.</span>The fat man had insulted Genoa during a meeting at the Vatican, and yet standing there in the flesh he had to admit it was truly a great, wealthy and culturally rich city. Being a lover of the fine arts and luxuries, the Cardinal and Papal Legate grew a grudgingly admiration of the city.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Yet, it is still nothing compared to the glory of Rome.</span>Comforted with that ""fact,"" he took a moment to gorge himself upon some dates - which reminded him to bring up the topic of Egypt - and gaze upon the women who were as fine as the hotel.<br/><br/>Eventually the portly Cardinal made his way into the Conference room, taking a moment to breath in the wonders of the lavishly decorated room. Turning his fat submerged eyes upon the other Delegates, he manages to catch the tail end of a conversation. ""...pecifically Italy, if the Prussians or Franks are offended."" Pretending as if he didn't hear, he promptly seated himself at the surprisingly humble table and seats - which creaked under his weight - and looked to the other ambassadors.<br/><br/>""Good day, gentlemen."" He greeted first in Italian, and then repeated twice in nearly flawless French and Spanish, apparently ignorant of the fact that the Catalans spoke their own language or simply care-less of the fact."
15575,Genoa Conference (New Imperialism/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324734,2014-12-23T20:07:00,Sabara,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Palazzo Reale, Genoa<br/>Liguria Canton<br/>April 24th 1881</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 50%; line-height: 116%;"">OOC: I'm tired of writing in the second person.</span><br/><br/>Meuthse looked up with surprise as Merzanno di Firenze entered the room. Raoul put a hand on the Catalonian's knee to signal that they should continue the conversation later. The Cardinal plopped himself into a seat at the table without waiting for introductions, and Raoul instinctively lurched forward as the chubby holy man nearly broke the frail wooden chairs. ""Good day, gentlemen."" He extorted through the folds of his chin.<br/><br/>""Er.. Welcome, your Holiness! I hope you are enjoying yourself in this humble city of Genoa."" Raoul exclaimed, a bit forcefully. He then looked at his watch. ""Well, it appears that we have a couple of more minutes until the Franks and Portuguese arrive. I don't think we should commence the conference until they're here, so is there anything you'd like to discuss, Monsieur Firenze?"""
15576,Genoa Conference (New Imperialism/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324734,2014-12-23T21:26:00,Bujahla,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Palazzo Reale, Genoa<br/>Liguria Canton<br/>April 24th 1881</span><br/><br/>The Portuguese delegate strode into the chamber with an air of confidence, reflective of his experience. His name was Benedito Mario and he was the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs for the Mediterranean. His sub-division controlled relations with their strong ally, the Dual Kingdom, as well as with many other states such as the Papal States, Judea, Egypt, Morocco, etc. etc. With all authority in his power, any decisions he made at the meeting were to become policy. He held a significant amount of influence within the Portuguese government as his family is one of power and used to control the UCD. Now, he was hoping to rise to power in the government, and his lead on the war in Egypt and potential at this conference would be a solid platform for making him the next minister of the Foreign Affairs.<br/><br/>As he blazed into the chamber he was followed by his trusted interrupter who spoke more languages than him (Mario speaks Portuguese, Catalunian, French, and Arabic) and his clerk. He wore a fancy white outfit that made him stand out and reflect the chamber's bright light. ""Saluti ai miei amici."" Mario's goals were straight forward: Support the military operations in Egypt, solidify Portuguese interests in Morocco, and possibly gather support for the restoration of Gibraltar to Portugal. Any two of these goals would make him a firm candidate for promotion in the government, and that's what governs Portuguese policy, self-interest."
15577,Genoa Conference (New Imperialism/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324734,2014-12-24T00:55:00,The Kingdom of Glitter,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Palazzo Reale, Genoa<br/>Liguria Canton<br/>April 24th 1881</span><br/><br/>The First Minister silently understood the Primer's intention, and nodded to show his support to resume talks later.<br/><br/>He turned his head to the Cardinal that had sat before him. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Cardinal di Firenze, it is my utmost pleasure. And same to you, Deputy Minister Mario.</span>"""
15578,Genoa Conference (New Imperialism/IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324734,2014-12-24T08:46:00,Forty Twoania,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Palazzo Reale, Genoa<br/>Liguria Canton<br/>April 24th 1881</span><br/>The Greek delegate, Gregorios Panagiotakis, arrived at the Palazzo Reale after a short journey by sea from Athens to Genoa. His mind was racing with the long discussions with the Prime Ministers Cabinet, they talked until morning about the conference and the Greek interests in Egypt. Gregorios had been chosen to not only represent Greece at the conference but also the wishes of the Greek Coptics in Egypt, he had been chosen because of his past having lived in Alexandria for a few year after completing his education in Geneva. Besides the issues related to the Coptics, Gregorios had also been instructed to to insure that Greek shipping was allowed to continue through the Suez canal, which was important in order to maintain the health of the Greek economy.<br/><br/>Gregorios entered the chamber, ""Greetings Gentlemen"" he said as he sat at the table with the other delegates ""the Prime Minister of the Hellenic Republic sends his regards."""
15579,The Paths of Fantasia:Deliverance IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324775,2014-12-24T00:02:00,Togeria,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""OOC""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324629"" rel=""nofollow"">http://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324629</a></div></div></div><br/><br/>Three years, three years since I've been in my home of Yeshir. I now had to ride there, for a war had just broken out, and I would protect my home. My people are a proud and deserving race, but our power has made us cold. I no longer support the slavery that Yeshir, and to extension the Basetion race are built upon. I would most likely fight in this war, but for coin, and to any side that could pay enough.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">CRAACK!!!</span><br/><br/>""The hell."" What was that, I sniffed the air, there was a scent, and it smelt foul, and unnerving. It must have been a troll, as I was leaps away from any Unwanted, I got off my horse, and prepared my blade. If this bastard wanted a battle, then by all means I would give it to him.<br/><br/>""Come out and show yourself!"" I screamed, no response. ""I won't ask aga-"" that was all I could say, as the wind was knocked out of me. I flew into a tree, as my vision was blurred. I looked and saw that my attacker was a Orc.<br/><br/>""You must pay a fee to pass""<br/><br/>""I am of Basetion blood, I will pay no fee.""<br/><br/>""Then die!"" He screamed, charging head first. I dodged just in time, as I heated his head make contact with the wood, he screamed in pain. I readied my sword and shield, this would not be a easy battle."
15580,The Paths of Fantasia:Deliverance IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324775,2014-12-24T00:11:00,Badassistanian,"A big strong grobian entered the bar it seemed like he was looking for trouble, never less he came up to me and asked for a drink so I poured it gave it to him and said ""5 gold please"" he just blankly stared at me and then he downed his drink I continued to tell him he has to pay but instead of paying he got up grabbed his bar stool and threw it towards me. I ducked out of the way and got ready for a brawl."
15581,The Paths of Fantasia:Deliverance IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324775,2014-12-24T00:22:00,Abrahammia,"I was working my day job, mining for gold. It was tedious work, sure, but it put food on the table. Not much food, but food. I said to my co-worker, who is a ninja at night, ""Are we still going to practice ninja stuff after work today?""<br/>He responds ""Nah, I think you're ready to actually use it. We're going to rob them gosh-darn-millionaire-human-scumbags; I'll tell you the details after work.""<br/>""Quiet!"" shouted the supervisor as he counted his gold coins."
15582,The Paths of Fantasia:Deliverance IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324775,2014-12-24T00:25:00,Badassistanian,"After delivering a good 10 strong whacks to the grobien he fled. After the fight I thought ""there has to be something more, outside of these frozen islands there has to be adventure. So I grabbed us much gold as I had close to 1,000 (the bar service was booming) and headed down to the black smith. There I bought an iron sheild and a 3 balled mace to serve as my weapon these cost me 500 coin but it was worth it. From there I hired a boatsman to aid me in finding new and adventures land.(the mace and Sheila are made for a 10 ft and one ton grobian so they are very large and heavy."
15583,The Paths of Fantasia:Deliverance IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324775,2014-12-24T00:32:00,The Intergalactic Russian Empire,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">South Lexuis</span></span></span><br/>I, Rasputin the Fiery, future ruler of the world (or at least of all humans), was walking along a path like a peasant, I had set out on a journey to find supper powerful relics and artifacts, the only problem was that I had no map or compass, so I was completely lost. I gauged that I was going south with the help of the sun and moon, I heard a noise and turned to see three bow wielding thugs, one of them said ""Hey, old fart, give us everything you have."" I said ""I am no old fart, I am Rasputin the fiery! Future ruler of the world, bow to me, wimps!"" one of them laughed and shot an arrow towards me, the nerve of some people, I slammed my staff into the ground and created a wall of fire that destroyed the arrows, I then shot the wall forward and it killed the thugs. I scoffed ""Serves them right for messing with me."""
15584,The Paths of Fantasia:Deliverance IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324775,2014-12-24T00:35:00,Togeria,"Dodge. Parry. Hit. Dodge. Parry. Hit. The repetition had gotten kind of annoying, but I couldn't let up. This man wanted blood, and it wouldn't be mine.<br/><br/>As soon as he threw his mace at me, I barely dodged, and I mean barely. I took the opportunity the tackle him, throwing my shield at his face, taking him off balance. We both hit the dirt, as I tried to stab him, but he grabbed my wrist before I could. He pulled me in for a headbutt, as my vision was blurred again. He flipped me over, and be began planting vicious blows onto my head and chest, I blocked the hits as I regain my vision. Might used my claws to gauge out his eyes.<br/><br/>""ARRGHH!""<br/><br/>His scream echoed through the forest, as I pushed him off, I went for my blade, as force pushed me into a neighboring tree. My shoulder was dislocated, as charged at me with rage. He seemed full of rage, and then the life was gone from his eyes, as put my blade up, and he ran dead into it.<br/><br/>He fail all life leaving his body, I slit his throat, just to make sure the job was done. I looted him and found 1000 gold pieces, they would serve me well.<br/><br/>I mounted my horse, and continued on my journey. It would take me three days at most to reach my home, but first I had to pass Lexius. Human domain."
15585,The Paths of Fantasia:Deliverance IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324775,2014-12-24T00:39:00,Badassistanian,"The boatsman and I came upon a hot, dry, and sandy place filled with caravans and small oasisis these furry and strange looking creatures lived there but they seemed to have many traits of the grobians<br/>they wear clothes they eat, drink, and sing, they speak languages. I decided it was best to keep my distance and observe."
15586,The Paths of Fantasia:Deliverance IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324775,2014-12-24T00:48:00,Badassistanian,"Me and the boatsman decided to hunt one of them and see what we could find. I took the boatsman bow and fired it right through the head of an unexpecting creature we quickly ran up grabbed him and pulled him onto the boat. As I was pulling it abored a remembered that my mother told me to watch out for furry creatures, I always thought it was just a very tale but I'm now pulling a dead one onto my boat in order to gain some gold or a meal.(this is the first time ever seeing a bastion there no more than a game animal to me)"
15587,The Paths of Fantasia:Deliverance IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324775,2014-12-24T00:59:00,Togeria,"It had taken a day and night, but I had reached the southern parts of Lexius. I roamed through the forest, and stumbled upon a man in rags. He was human, he would fetch a nice price in Yesir, but his slaving days were done. He put that behind him.<br/><br/>""Stranger, where do you go? What is your name?"" I ask him, looking at his staff; it was fire.<br/><br/>""Your a wizard? Why do you roam these forest? Don't you know they're dangerous?"""
15588,The Paths of Fantasia:Deliverance IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324775,2014-12-24T01:05:00,The Intergalactic Russian Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324775&amp;p=22900368#p22900368"">wrote</a>:</cite>It had taken a day and night, but I had reached the southern parts of Lexius. I roamed through the forest, and stumbled upon a man in rags. He was human, he would fetch a nice price in Yesir, but his slaving days were done. He put that behind him. <br/><br/>""Stranger, where do you go? What is your name?"" I ask him, looking at his staff; it was fire. <br/><br/>""Your a wizard? Why do you roam these forest? Don't you know they're dangerous?""</div></blockquote><br/>""I am Rasputin the Fiery, I fear nothing in these woods! I am on a quest to find magical artifacts and relics so I can use them to rule over all humans with an iron fist! Why? I honestly don't know, I just woke up one day wanting world domination."" I looked at the Basetion with suspicion, Basetions were infamous for their enslavement of humans."
15589,The Paths of Fantasia:Deliverance IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324775,2014-12-24T01:06:00,Badassistanian,"While looking through the creatures pockets I hear a quiet voice say ""ready men"" I quickly grab my sheild and mace and tell the boatman its time to go. Out of no wear one pounces on me with a knife and tries to slit my neck but I'm able to knock him off into the water. Another pops out and throws a spear into my leg. I swing my mace and somehow blindly through pain am able to hit him in the head and knock him out. The boatman finally gets the boat untied and we sail away while being cursed at by tue creatures."
15590,The Paths of Fantasia:Deliverance IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324775,2014-12-24T01:10:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Intergalactic Russian Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324775&amp;p=22900397#p22900397"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324775&amp;p=22900368#p22900368"">wrote</a>:</cite>It had taken a day and night, but I had reached the southern parts of Lexius. I roamed through the forest, and stumbled upon a man in rags. He was human, he would fetch a nice price in Yesir, but his slaving days were done. He put that behind him. <br/><br/>""Stranger, where do you go? What is your name?"" I ask him, looking at his staff; it was fire. <br/><br/>""Your a wizard? Why do you roam these forest? Don't you know they're dangerous?""</div></blockquote><br/>""I am Rasputin the Fiery, I fear nothing in these woods! I am on a quest to find magical artifacts and relics so I can use them to rule over all humans with an iron fist! Why? I honestly don't know, I just woke up one day wanting world domination."" I looked at the Basetion with suspicion, Basetions were infamous for their enslavement of humans.</div></blockquote><br/>I saw the look in his eyes, it was the look thousands of humans had when they say me, an honestly I couldn't blame him. In my slaver days, I hunted thousands of humans, what could I say it was a profitable business, but that was behind me, I was a changed man.<br/><br/>""You have no need to worry human, I do not enslave your species anymore, that is behind me. Though I must ask, do you have a map to find such relics?"""
15591,The Paths of Fantasia:Deliverance IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324775,2014-12-24T01:14:00,Badassistanian,"While slowly pulling the spear out of my leg I thought to myself ""my mother was right those bastard creatures are terrible. It is has been several hours on the seas and we see a new kind of land. We head in to land and hopefully not meet furry creatures."
15592,The Paths of Fantasia:Deliverance IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324775,2014-12-24T01:21:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Nervier, Ovinn Isles</span><br/>I was cold. Suddenly, I could hear a loud noise from downstairs, and so I climbed out of the wicker basket and ran across the floor, opened the door, and I cautiously, paw by paw, went down the stairs. I opened another door and stepped into the warm kitchen, which had a stone floor, warmed up by the giant, open, brick oven. My father called out to me, saying ""Good morning... Breakfast is nearly ready..."", before I sat down in a chair and was served some wonderful steak, surrounded by... human potatoes of all things... I ate the steak, and ate one potato before throwing the rest in the bin, wondering why we had to eat... human... food. I then took 1000 gold pieces from the money jar.<br/><br/>I walked out of the nice wooden, stone-surrounded door, and sprinted down the street, all the way to the local blacksmith. I was friends with a worker there, so I decided to ask for a Bronze sword with decorative jewels. I was handed one by my friend, and I paid him a few gold pieces for the sword. Then, I went to the nearby armoursmith. As I walked in, I could see the armoursmith working hard. ""Come for your armour Cooper?"" asked the armoursmith, before he handed me a nice suit of samurai armour. By now, all the money I had left was 100 gold pieces, which was just enough for me to buy a small boat. I ran down the street to the docks, where I paid for my boat, and jumped on board. Soon, my boat was well on its way out to sea."
15593,The Paths of Fantasia:Deliverance IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324775,2014-12-24T01:28:00,Badassistanian,"As we came to shore we say a huge city populated by flying creatures we no doubt knew they were the Rasqual(dont know if I said that right) we decided to instead enter the city peacefully and try to get information. As we entered all the creatures looked at us strangely one whispered to another ""do you see there master anywhere."" we walked into the town hall, having to duck in order to get through the smaller door and tried to find some information."
15594,The Paths of Fantasia:Deliverance IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324775,2014-12-24T02:36:00,Jamjai,"I will set out my journey to Lexius, where the humans live peacefully.<span style=""font-style: italic"">I want go there and live there. Forget about Hersey, I'm not even an elf.</span>I thought to myself.<br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">This is place is where I belong</span><br/><br/>I sought out a boat to set sail for Lexius, taking out my pouch full of gold coins.<span style=""font-style: italic"">My mother and farther are such nice people.</span>I finally reach my destination and pay the elven man who was a staff member of this large boat. I get on the boat and look around my surrounding environment.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">There many elven passengers, they probably have some business in Lexius they have to attend to.</span><br/><br/>Suddenly, the large boat lowers it's sails and starts to move.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">I wonder what will Lexuis will look like. My parents have never been to Lexuis before so I not so sure what to look foward to</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Well, I'm sure the strangers will help me. I'm there own kind. I'm sure they will find a place for me to live.</span>"
15595,The Paths of Fantasia:Deliverance IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324775,2014-12-24T02:56:00,Badassistanian,"While in the town hall I got a map of the lands and got info about current situations and I learned of the gods and there mighty quests I felt like I was ready to go on foot I gave the boat man a generous fee and he left me in the city I had hardly any gold left so it was time to find work. I eventually stumbled upon a dark figure in an alley he said to me ""are you interested in earning some coin"" of course I respond with ""yes very much so"" he then said "" I have a kill contract and I'm to busy to do it so 5,000 gold is yours if you bring me this mans head"" while pointing at a flier. He wishes me good luck and I begin my quest."
15596,The Paths of Fantasia:Deliverance IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324775,2014-12-24T09:47:00,Kumbhalgarh,"Aromir, and his legion was walking through the streets of Southern Valdoor.<br/>War had broken out, and Valdoor was not exactly prepared.<br/><br/>Although compared to the other nations Valdoor had a lot of wealth, and money to prepare an army. Aromir's work was to defend the southern frontier of Valdoor alongside Belogas a fellow legion leader.<br/>Aromir was now heading towards the border outpost of Hometafel. The citizens saluted Aromir as he walked on his horse across the lush green grass.<br/><br/>Aromir saluted them back as he reached the outpost. 300 men were under his command, and they were ready to sacrficie their lives. Belogas, and his 450 men arrived 10 minutes later, and got to work. They were setting up a watch. Now, Hometafel was a huge iron fortress with enough room for 2,500 men. Aromir knew in case of an attack he would get no support from homeland Valdoor, or the nearby procince of Gohire, and he had an army of 1050. The extra 300 because Aromir could make 300 duplicates of himself with the exact same fighting skill. Formiddable, huh?<br/><br/>""Sir Sir!!"" yelled Zidorlas as an army of orcs approached. Mighty and formiddable they looked. By the looks they were about 10,000 battle ready orc tribesmen. ""Curse my luck"" said Aromir as he put on his battle gear, and 1050 Rasquals soared into the sky. Ready to kill the orcs."
15597,The Paths of Fantasia:Deliverance IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324775,2014-12-24T09:54:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">The Battle of Hometafel</span><br/><br/>The Rasqualian men were an amazing sight in the sky as they soared down towards the orcs. Aromir clawed 5, and ripped apart 6 as he flew back up to prepared another assault. The Orcs were left covering their eyes as the Rasquals charged down headlong with their swords in front of them. The sound of flesh being ripped apart could be heard as the orcs were slaughtered. Slowly the battle progressed, but Aromir was losing men, and they were getting exhausted. Aromir's clones though could not get exhausted and kept on fighting the orcs. While the other men got inside of Hometafel and prepared a strategy.<br/><br/><br/>Outside the sounds of Orcs screaming, and Rasqualian Men roaring could be heard. ""Hehe"" said Aromir. Belogas took command as he planned out a strategy, ""Alright so look we're gonna flight in flanks"" 400 on the right, 400 on the left, and the rest will charge at the orcs through the middle, led by Aromir. Aromir yelled a chant as his clones returned into his body. Now they worked the plan. The orcs put up average resistance, and slaid a few hundred rasqualian, 300 to be exact. But then Aromir and his bloody charge through the air was a sight to watch as he cloned in the middle, 300 more rasqualians to face for the orcs. The orcs were completely annihalted as they were humilated from the right left and middle. More than 11,000 orcs died in this attack. The Rest of the orcs fled as Aromir immedietaly raised a cheer, and sent a messenger to Gohire to tell them of the attack."
15598,The Paths of Fantasia:Deliverance IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324775,2014-12-24T10:23:00,Badassistanian,"After long journeys I finally came upon my target, a male human, and by using grobian hunting skills I fire an arrow straight through his head. I quickly ran up took my knife and I cut of his head putting it in bag then I ran off. Soon after the gaurds noticed the body I wander if it was worth it for the coin ."
15599,The Paths of Fantasia:Deliverance IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324775,2014-12-24T10:26:00,The Intergalactic Russian Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324775&amp;p=22900430#p22900430"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Intergalactic Russian Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324775&amp;p=22900397#p22900397"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I am Rasputin the Fiery, I fear nothing in these woods! I am on a quest to find magical artifacts and relics so I can use them to rule over all humans with an iron fist! Why? I honestly don't know, I just woke up one day wanting world domination."" I looked at the Basetion with suspicion, Basetions were infamous for their enslavement of humans.</div></blockquote><br/>I saw the look in his eyes, it was the look thousands of humans had when they say me, an honestly I couldn't blame him. In my slaver days, I hunted thousands of humans, what could I say it was a profitable business, but that was behind me, I was a changed man. <br/><br/>""You have no need to worry human, I do not enslave your species anymore, that is behind me. Though I must ask, do you have a map to find such relics?""</div></blockquote><br/>""Unfortunately, I forgot my map in my tower far north and only realized it a week after my departure. I am still looking for a new map, especially one that is fire-proof if that is possible."" I stroked my beard like any self-respectin wizard and thought of what to do. I then asked ""Do you know where the nearest city is?"""
15600,The Paths of Fantasia:Deliverance IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324775,2014-12-24T11:04:00,Badassistanian,The man held up his part if the bargain and gave me my coin. Killing that man felt odd and made me feel more like a thug than a hunter but never less I needed the coin.
15601,The Paths of Fantasia:Deliverance IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324775,2014-12-24T11:10:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Intergalactic Russian Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324775&amp;p=22903060#p22903060"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324775&amp;p=22900430#p22900430"">wrote</a>:</cite>I saw the look in his eyes, it was the look thousands of humans had when they say me, an honestly I couldn't blame him. In my slaver days, I hunted thousands of humans, what could I say it was a profitable business, but that was behind me, I was a changed man. <br/><br/>""You have no need to worry human, I do not enslave your species anymore, that is behind me. Though I must ask, do you have a map to find such relics?""</div></blockquote><br/>""Unfortunately, I forgot my map in my tower far north and only realized it a week after my departure. I am still looking for a new map, especially one that is fire-proof if that is possible."" I stroked my beard like any self-respectin wizard and thought of what to do. I then asked ""Do you know where the nearest city is?""</div></blockquote>I sniffed the air, it smelt of oak, and grass, but in the distance I could smell the faintest scent of people. I could also smell horses, bakeries, and wet stone. It's had recently rained, so the smells were somewhat blocked out.<br/><br/>""Wizard, the nearest city is located to the east. Come, get on my horse, and we shall ride there."""
15602,The Paths of Fantasia:Deliverance IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324775,2014-12-24T11:45:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Gohire</span><br/><br/>""Aromir said it. We need to hunt the orcs down,"" said the chancellor of Gohire. ""I will dispatch an army of 5,000 battle ready rasquals led by you Aromir."" Aromir laughed in delight as he thought of the oppurtuniy. The orcs hid in the mountains north of Hometafel, and if he could annex the Mountains of Orthanc into Valdoor they would get a clear target to destroy the human city of Lexius.. Swiftly the aerial dynamo of 5,000 rasqualian soldiers was a sight to see. They flooded the air, and what they saw was a golden chance to destroy the orcs. An open orc army defenseless from the air. Thus the battle of Orthance began."
15603,The Paths of Fantasia:Deliverance IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324775,2014-12-24T11:54:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">The Battle of Orthanc</span><br/><br/>The army of rasquals was marching through the ground, towards the mountains of Orthanc led by the brave man Aromir. Aromir wiped sweats from his brow, and looked up.<br/>Only to see an army of 15,000 orcs charging down at them. ""TAKE TO THE SKY!!"" yelled Aromir.<br/><br/>The men of Valdoor shot into the sky, and went into a frenzy. Slaughtering the orcs mercilessly. Aromir charged like a jet and slammed into many orcs, trampling them.<br/><br/>He then cloned himself 300 duplicates, and ordered them to take the orcs on the ground. The Orcs were losing gravely, and they had no hope left. Then, the rasquals made one last assault which was the most horrible one for the orcs. The Rasquals won the battle and took The mountains of Orthanc for themselves. Aromir, and his army of 4,500 Rasqualians. 500 were slain in the battle btw. Stood in formation staring at the human city of Lexius which would be their next target, but they were receiving more than 10,000 more soldiers from the capital of Valdoor, Volken. Altogether an army of 15,000 battle ready Rasquals would charge upon Lexius, and destroy the city. Again this charge was led by the newly crowned General of the Army of Valdoor, AROMIR"
15604,The Paths of Fantasia:Deliverance IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324775&start=25,2014-12-24T11:57:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324775&amp;p=22900488#p22900488"">wrote</a>:</cite>As we came to shore we say a huge city populated by flying creatures we no doubt knew they were the Rasqual(dont know if I said that right) we decided to instead enter the city peacefully and try to get information. As we entered all the creatures looked at us strangely one whispered to another ""do you see there master anywhere."" we walked into the town hall, having to duck in order to get through the smaller door and tried to find some information.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/><br/>OOC: I am roleplaying the Rasquals, I suggest you exit our city. We only allow friends and allies. And currently our only friends are ice giants"
15605,The Paths of Fantasia:Deliverance IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324775&start=25,2014-12-24T12:45:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324775&amp;p=22903958#p22903958"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324775&amp;p=22900488#p22900488"">wrote</a>:</cite>As we came to shore we say a huge city populated by flying creatures we no doubt knew they were the Rasqual(dont know if I said that right) we decided to instead enter the city peacefully and try to get information. As we entered all the creatures looked at us strangely one whispered to another ""do you see there master anywhere."" we walked into the town hall, having to duck in order to get through the smaller door and tried to find some information.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/><br/>OOC: I am roleplaying the Rasquals, I suggest you exit our city. We only allow friends and allies. And currently our only friends are ice giants</div></blockquote><br/>[region][/region]<br/>occ: I'm a grobien wich are the ice giants if you look at my app I'm 9 ft tall and very strong and come from were they live so I thought you would figure out I'm a grobien."
15606,The Paths of Fantasia:Deliverance IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324775&start=25,2014-12-24T13:17:00,Badassistanian,Through my long journys I found that the world and all the species do not trust each other very well. It seems that war was going on throughout all the regions. I thought to myself what if somehow I could try to stop this war or at least help the species regain trust in one another but I'm just one man so I need allies. I begin to search the world for allies in order to build a ragtag legion of peace keepers.
15607,The Paths of Fantasia:Deliverance IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324775&start=25,2014-12-24T14:38:00,Abrahammia,"Now that work has ended for me and my co-worker, he says ""Dora! Here's what I want you to do. Get your ninja apparel and weapons, sneak into their community, and rob some rich SOB's. Hit houses and stuff.""<br/><br/>That's just what I did. At night, when a shipment of gold was being transported into the human community, I snuck into the back of the caravan before it reached the checkpoint. I put some gold over me in case they glanced inside. I didn't take any of the gold, though, as it was too… shiny. After passing the checkpoint, I waited till it was out of sight. I then hopped out of the caravan, brushed gold dust off my clothes, and began looking for people that have more money then they need."
15608,The Paths of Fantasia:Deliverance IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324775&start=25,2014-12-24T15:49:00,Jamjai,"""Ah, The smell of the sea."" I have never smelled the sea before but I felt alive being out in the open."" A elven nobleman comes towards me ""Who are you, young boy"" I stumble and regain my thoughts ""i'm Farris and I was born here..."" There was an awkward silence between me the elven nobleman for several seconds. ""You say you were born here?"" ""Uh, yes."" I replied back.<br/><br/>""Alright, young boy"" The elven nobleman walks away as in I was a crazy person.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Few hours later</span><br/><br/>We arrived at province of Lexuis. We start to dock and I look around<br/><br/>Everyone in the ship looked dismayed. ""I never have seen so many soldiers in one place before"""
15609,The Paths of Fantasia:Deliverance IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324775&start=25,2014-12-24T15:52:00,Badassistanian,"i enter into the human province of lexius hoping to find someone who will join with me and try to keep peace i begin to search the streets vigorously but have no luck, everyone wants to win the war not end it. in dismay i give up and walk into a local tavern order a beer."
15610,The Paths of Fantasia:Deliverance IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324775&start=25,2014-12-24T16:21:00,OneEarth,"I smirked as I tossed the sack of gold in my hand. I had just stolen it from an old woman, it had been the easiest heist of his career. I was walking up the road towards an inn when a courier came up to him, giving me a letter with an odd symbol on the envelope, an odd symbol which I was very used too. I smiled and gave him a piece of gold, slipping it out of his pocket when he turned to leave, and opened it.<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>Dear Guildmaster,<br/><br/>We've just been informed that a ship will soon be leaving for Lexius. Now could be our chance to start a new branch of the Thieves Guild. You are closest to the ship, so we have wondered if you would be willing to travel to Lexius.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>I stopped reading there and smiled, then left to find the ship.<br/><br/>A few hours had passed, and Lexius came into view. I slipped off the ship and made my way into the human province. Most people would probably notice me, my garb was quite distinct, but that didn't bother me."
15611,The Paths of Fantasia:Deliverance IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324775&start=25,2014-12-24T16:36:00,Badassistanian,"soon enough while sitting in the tavern a couple basteions entered they had a wanted poster with my face on it. they began to ask around if any one had seen me i tried to hide but being 9 ft tall in a human tavern does not help. they spotted me so i grabbed my gear and it seemed like all the humans backed me up because when they approached me the humans started to boo and ready there fists. a few minutes later the tavern erupted into hell on earth humans and a grobian against to skilled fighters. i began to swing my mace at them but they quickly dodged them and then suddenly one of them dissapeared, i didn't have the time to find him so i fought off the other one and managed to to hit him and knock him out but the other from the ceiling jumped on my back and stab me in the shoulder with a dagger. he used the dagger to hang on as i violently shook and swung. he tore a big gash into my arm but i manged to throw him off. the humans ran up and began to pummel him while he was down i sat down at a still intact table and began to painfully tear out the dagger."
15612,The Paths of Fantasia:Deliverance IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324775&start=25,2014-12-24T16:38:00,Jamjai,"I walk out of the docks with a few pieces of remaining gold in my pockets. I start to admire the surrounding environment until a guard shoves me by the back. ""Move faster"" the guard yells. I grunt in displeasure. The guards seem to be everywhere. I can""t even walk around without a guard looking over my shoulders. My elven friends never told me about the many suspicious looking guards. Suddenly, my stomach begins growling. ""Oh, man I'm hungry."" ""I forgot I haven't ate any food since my parent's house. Again, my stomach begins to growl but more louder this time. ""I better eat something before I die of starvation."" I quietly told myself. I walk quickly in the busy streets in search of place where I can rest and eat for a awhile. I shortly encounter a tavern and hesitantly open the door.<br/><br/>""Whoa, this tavern looks completely different then the ones in Hersey."" I walk straight up to the barkeeper and order some drink I never tasted before. ""What is this called?"" I ask the man ""Its wine."" the man replies. I drink the cup and gulp it down my throat. Suddenly, I get a burning sensation in my throat and start coughing out the wine onto the counter. ""Whoa, what was that? ""Sorry, I added some extra spice into it"""
15613,The Paths of Fantasia:Deliverance IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324775&start=25,2014-12-24T16:57:00,Badassistanian,"after wrapping up my wound i received in the fight i see a man drink some wine and cough. i walk over to the man and say ""you alright"" i then holler to the bartender that helped me much in the battle to get the man a more suitable drink on me. i ask the man what his name is."
15614,The Paths of Fantasia:Deliverance IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324775&start=25,2014-12-24T17:47:00,Abrahammia,"After searching the streets, I did manage a mansion that looked like it was begging to be robbed. There were 2 guards by the front gate. I convinced them to take a vacation to heaven by combining shurikens and their necks. I then entered through a window, which was left open to allow a pie to cool. Upon entry, I realized that I had broken into a mansion that was hosting a party. People were everywhere, so I couldn't steal anything. Everyone there must have been drunk as hell, because they weren't scared or disgusted by me. I decided to get drunk instead of robbing the house."
15615,The Paths of Fantasia:Deliverance IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324775&start=25,2014-12-24T18:07:00,Jamjai,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324775&amp;p=22906554#p22906554"">wrote</a>:</cite>after wrapping up my wound i received in the fight i see a man drink some wine and cough. i walk over to the man and say ""you alright"" i then holler to the bartender that helped me much in the battle to get the man a more suitable drink on me. i ask the man what his name is.</div></blockquote><br/>A random voice calls me<br/><br/>""I swirl around and find a giant humungous man walking towards me. The man is bleeding from his wound. He asks my name. I answer back. ""My name is Farris. I came from Hersey. Actually, I was born there."" Hey, Hersey is a wonderful place."" It has a more of a open space you know, to walk around in.""<br/><br/>""Hey"" I whisper. ""Do you know why are there so many guards around here?"""
15616,The Paths of Fantasia:Deliverance IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324775&start=25,2014-12-24T19:44:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Jamjai <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324775&amp;p=22907041#p22907041"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324775&amp;p=22906554#p22906554"">wrote</a>:</cite>after wrapping up my wound i received in the fight i see a man drink some wine and cough. i walk over to the man and say ""you alright"" i then holler to the bartender that helped me much in the battle to get the man a more suitable drink on me. i ask the man what his name is.</div></blockquote><br/>A random voice calls me <br/><br/>""I swirl around and find a giant humungous man walking towards me. The man is bleeding from his wound. He asks my name. I answer back. ""My name is Farris. I came from Hersey. Actually, I was born there."" Hey, Hersey is a wonderful place."" It has a more of a open space you know, to walk around in."" <br/><br/>""Hey"" I whisper. ""Do you know why are there so many guards around here?""</div></blockquote><br/>I tell him that all the provinces are going to war and that im being chased by the bastions, we had a bit of a scuffle early"" while pointing at my wound. ""anyways"" I continue ""I'm grob and Incase you can't tell I'm a grobien its nice to meet you"" as I finish the waiter lays a weaker drink on the table for Farris."
15617,The Paths of Fantasia:Deliverance IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324775&start=25,2014-12-25T01:25:00,Jamjai,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324775&amp;p=22907745#p22907745"">wrote</a>:</cite>I tell him that all the provinces are going to war and that im being chased by the bastions, we had a bit of a scuffle early"" while pointing at my wound. ""anyways"" I continue ""I'm grob and Incase you can't tell I'm a grobien its nice to meet you"" as I finish the waiter lays a weaker drink on the table for Farris.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The bald headed man tells me about the incoming war and his recent fight with the bastions. The man shows me his wound and I cringe from looking at his wound. I suddenly start to feel a dizzy but a moment later I start to recover.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Oh, his name is Grob.</span>I thought to my self.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Whoa, that is a weird name.</span><br/><br/>He keeps on talking.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Grobian?</span>I question myself in my mind.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">I haven't heard of that word before.</span><br/><br/>""Its nice to meet you too."" I respond back.<br/><br/>I see the bar keeper hand me a free beer on the counter. I take the beer and give to Grob. ""I'm just going to rent a room and go to sleep for the rest of the day."" ""I traveled from long way, you see."" ""Anyways, have a safe day"" I say to Grob. I turn around and call the barkeeper. ""Barkeeper!"" ""What!"" ""You know that i have name?"" The barkeeper says weakly. ""Um, yea."" ""I like to rent a room for a day"" ""Alright, Gimme the golds."" I take out the gold coins from both of my pockets and hand most of my remaining coins.""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Running out of coins.</span>I whisper in my head.<br/><br/>The barkeeper tells me ""The rooms are upstairs and make sure to pick the empty ones."" ""Got it"" I quickly nod my head in agreement. I lazily walk up the the stairs and open a random door. "" This door looks empty."" ""No one is here"" I talk out loud. ""Good.""<br/><br/>I shut the door, jump on the bed and go to sleep."
15618,The Paths of Fantasia:Deliverance IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324775&start=25,2014-12-25T03:13:00,Kumbhalgarh,"The army of Rasquals was mustering its full strengtht against Lexius. 15,000 Powerful Valdoorian Rasqual Soldiers where already there, with another 15,000 being expected to arrive from the northern provinces of Valdoor. Now it was time for Aromir to destroy Lexius, and the greedy human race."
15619,The Paths of Fantasia:Deliverance IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324775&start=25,2014-12-25T07:03:00,Badassistanian,"I decide its time to leave before any more of those bastions show up so I got up and exited the tavern I decided it was time to go home and tell my family and friends of my adventure. I found a fishermen's boat and asked if the fisherman would take me home. ""200 gold, I dont even know if the place your going actually exists or not"". I paid him the fee and we set sail."
15620,The Paths of Fantasia:Deliverance IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324775&start=25,2014-12-25T07:06:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">The Raid of Lexius</span><br/><br/>30,000 Rasquals soared into the Sky. Battle ready. Equipped with swords, and arrows there goal was to kill as many soldiers as possible. The whole point of this raid was to decrease the manpower of Lexius. Thus the charge led by Aromir began. The puny humans stood no chance against the Mighty Aromir as he charged down, sword first and cloned himself 300 times. 301 Aromir's to face. The Rasquals slaid the Humans without mercy as they dived again and again<br/><br/>""RETURN TO ORTHANC!"" cried Aromir.<br/><br/>Mission succesful they had killed 40,00 human soldiers."
15621,The Paths of Fantasia:Deliverance IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324775&start=25,2014-12-25T09:35:00,The Intergalactic Russian Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324775&amp;p=22903460#p22903460"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Intergalactic Russian Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324775&amp;p=22903060#p22903060"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Unfortunately, I forgot my map in my tower far north and only realized it a week after my departure. I am still looking for a new map, especially one that is fire-proof if that is possible."" I stroked my beard like any self-respectin wizard and thought of what to do. I then asked ""Do you know where the nearest city is?""</div></blockquote>I sniffed the air, it smelt of oak, and grass, but in the distance I could smell the faintest scent of people. I could also smell horses, bakeries, and wet stone. It's had recently rained, so the smells were somewhat blocked out. <br/><br/>""Wizard, the nearest city is located to the east. Come, get on my horse, and we shall ride there.""</div></blockquote><br/>I thought for a second, if this was a human, I would take his horse and leave, I then said ""Yeah, sure, let's go with that."" I dug through my pouch and pulled out some gold ""How much will this cost me?"""
15622,The Paths of Fantasia:Deliverance IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324775&start=25,2014-12-25T10:48:00,Togeria,"""200"" I said, I usually would charge a lot higher, but he seemed like a honest man, so I didn't. I helped him on to my horse, and we rode to the city, I followed the scents of the humans. As it became dryer, it also became easier to find them. Soon we stumbled upon the main gates, I saw two guards there, one walked up to me.<br/><br/>""300 gold, for you and your friend.""<br/>""Fine""<br/><br/>I payed the price for both us, and took us into the city, but only to show not all Basetians are stuck up, and prideful.<br/><br/>""My name Resh human, and here I believe is where we part ways."""
15623,The Paths of Fantasia:Deliverance IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324775&start=25,2014-12-25T11:19:00,Badassistanian,As me and the fisherman begin sail I gave him the directions. It was a long journey but definitely worth it. When we landed I thanked the fisherman and began to walk to my parents house. When I arrived I met with my parents and began to tell them of my adventures. Although at first they were mad that I left out of nowhere but they forgave me.
15624,The Paths of Fantasia:Deliverance IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324775&start=25,2014-12-25T20:52:00,Jeremy Beaver,"The Settlement of Togeria<br/><br/>""We aren't giving you any Damn food!"" Yelled Goran Clad in his Armor ""You Bandits have been Pestering us for too long here in Yelsir."" He yelled again at the Bandits in front of him. At least 15 of them but Goran knew there were more, There were always more. ""Will we have to take it by force then? We told you we would come back again and again if you didn't give us your Tax.""<br/>The Leader of the Human Bandit Clan said. ""The Tax"" was what the Bandits called the ""Descarte Boy's"" took from all the local settlements here. Togeria refused to pay it, after all it was Their food and they need it. ""Do what you will to us. But we will fight."" Said Goran.<br/><br/>Goran knew what would come, and he did not like it."
15625,The Paths of Fantasia:Deliverance IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324775&start=25,2014-12-25T21:19:00,The Intergalactic Russian Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324775&amp;p=22912640#p22912640"">wrote</a>:</cite>""200"" I said, I usually would charge a lot higher, but he seemed like a honest man, so I didn't. I helped him on to my horse, and we rode to the city, I followed the scents of the humans. As it became dryer, it also became easier to find them. Soon we stumbled upon the main gates, I saw two guards there, one walked up to me. <br/><br/>""300 gold, for you and your friend.""<br/>""Fine""<br/><br/>I payed the price for both us, and took us into the city, but only to show not all Basetians are stuck up, and prideful. <br/><br/>""My name Resh human, and here I believe is where we part ways.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Yes, this is where I leave, goodbye, Resh."" I got off the horse and gave him 200 gold, I then said ""Off to the library!"" I walked off towards the library and went to get a map. I wondered what I would do when I got enough power ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">When I have enough power, I shall return to Dmacia and overthrow the idiot Duke</span>"" I thought to myself as I walked into the library. ""Ma'am, do you have any maps detailing the locations of lost artifacts?"" I said to the librarian."
15626,The Paths of Fantasia:Deliverance IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324775&start=25,2014-12-25T21:29:00,Togeria,"With him off my horse I continued my journey to Yeshir. I wondered the city a bit before going to a tavern, I would stay there for a day, my body needed rest after being in the forest for so long.<br/><br/>I dismounted and hitched my horse, before entering the tavern. It seemed as though there was a skirmish here, but that didn't concern me, I needed rest.<br/><br/>""You there, how much for a nights stay?""<br/>""A day is 50g""<br/><br/>I handed him the gold before taking the key, and heading to the room. Closing the door, and going under the covers, I needed this."
15627,The Paths of Fantasia:Deliverance IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324775&start=25,2014-12-25T23:30:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Jeremy Beaver <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324775&amp;p=22916276#p22916276"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Settlement of Togeria<br/><br/>""We aren't giving you any Damn food!"" Yelled Goran Clad in his Armor ""You Bandits have been Pestering us for too long here in Yelsir."" He yelled again at the Bandits in front of him. At least 15 of them but Goran knew there were more, There were always more. ""Will we have to take it by force then? We told you we would come back again and again if you didn't give us your Tax.""<br/>The Leader of the Human Bandit Clan said. ""The Tax"" was what the Bandits called the ""Descarte Boy's"" took from all the local settlements here. Togeria refused to pay it, after all it was Their food and they need it. ""Do what you will to us. But we will fight."" Said Goran.<br/><br/>Goran knew what would come, and he did not like it.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: Please make in first person please<img alt="":)"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_smile.gif"" title=""Smile""/>"
15628,The Paths of Fantasia:Deliverance IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324775&start=25,2014-12-25T23:30:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324775&amp;p=22910196#p22910196"">wrote</a>:</cite>The army of Rasquals was mustering its full strengtht against Lexius. 15,000 Powerful Valdoorian Rasqual Soldiers where already there, with another 15,000 being expected to arrive from the northern provinces of Valdoor. Now it was time for Aromir to destroy Lexius, and the greedy human race.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: First person please<img alt="":)"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_smile.gif"" title=""Smile""/>"
15629,The Paths of Fantasia:Deliverance IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324775&start=50,2014-12-26T02:43:00,Kumbhalgarh,"The Rasquals had now entered the streets of lexius, and were slaying the human resistance mercilessly. Some Rasquals were up in the air, and the others were fighting on the street.<br/><br/>I (Aromir) was heading towards the palace with 1,000 rasquals behind me. I was pridefully charging through the city, my beautiful sword and clones beside me. We reached the palace and charged right in. ""Now, Mr.King of stupid land, tell me when you'll surrender"""
15630,The Paths of Fantasia:Deliverance IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324775&start=50,2014-12-26T04:25:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"My boat landed near a city... I walked through the streets until I found a tavern, and I went in. I paid for my room and then went upstairs before I fell asleep."
15631,The Paths of Fantasia:Deliverance IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324775&start=50,2014-12-26T12:40:00,The Intergalactic Russian Empire,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Nordfästning, Thorvald Nordskov</span></span></span><br/>I was walking down a stone path towards the keep, I walked in to see<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-IBIO6s8zJhU/UPWPapVMxdI/AAAAAAAAEV0/CtiMPoSEN40/s1600/nordic_soldier_by_dado0016-d4euvor.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">General Ásbjörn</a>talking to my father, Lord Ulrik Nordskov. Ásbjörn said ""M'lord, Lexius is under attack by Rasquals, we must ready our defenses incase they attack us!"" I listened in with intrigue as my father said ""Ready the defenses and send word to all the other fortresses across Scandavia, tell them the same."" Ásbjörn bowed and said ""Yes, m'lord."" as he walked away, Catharina walked in and whispered to me ""What were they talking about?"" I turned to her and said ""Rasquals, attacking Lexius they may come here next."" She sighed and said ""Why would they do that."" I said ""I don't know, they didn't say anything about that."" I heard a horn blow out side, I had to go. I said ""I have to go."" I walked out."
15632,The Paths of Fantasia:Deliverance IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324775&start=50,2014-12-26T12:41:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Intergalactic Russian Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324775&amp;p=22921284#p22921284"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Nordfästning, Thorvald Nordskov</span></span></span><br/>I was walking down a stone path towards the keep, I walked in to see <a class=""postlink"" href=""http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-IBIO6s8zJhU/UPWPapVMxdI/AAAAAAAAEV0/CtiMPoSEN40/s1600/nordic_soldier_by_dado0016-d4euvor.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">General Ásbjörn</a> talking to my father, Lord Ulrik Nordskov. Ásbjörn said ""M'lord, Yeshir is under attack by Rasquals, we must ready our defenses incase they attack us!"" I listened in with intrigue as my father said ""Ready the defenses and send word to all the other fortresses across Scandavia, tell them the same."" Ásbjörn bowed and said ""Yes, m'lord."" as he walked away, Catharina walked in and whispered to me ""What were they talking about?"" I turned to her and said ""Rasquals, attacking Yeshir, they may come here next."" She sighed and said ""Why would they do that."" I said ""I don't know, they didn't say anything about that."" I heard a horn blow out side, I had to go. I said ""I have to go."" I walked out.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>I ddint attack Yeshir yet! I attacked Lexius. oh my god!"
15633,The Paths of Fantasia:Deliverance IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324775&start=50,2014-12-26T22:23:00,Togeria,"I had woken from my slumber, I went out the room, and to the tavern to get something to eat. I had to hand it to humans, they did make good food, one of the reasons why they were desired as slaves. I went and just got some pork, along with eggs and half a loaf of bread. I thanked the women, before buying some eggs, and leaving the tavern, getting my horse before riding into the forest.<br/><br/>As I rode the scenery became more arid, and lifeless. Sand started becoming more rampant, as the air became drier. I was entering the dessert, one more day, and hopefully I would reach my home."
15634,The Paths of Fantasia:Deliverance IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324775&start=50,2014-12-26T23:23:00,Kumbhalgarh,"I returned to Valdoor after defeating the king of Mexalo a Lexian City. I had lost about 10,000 men, but killed many more. The king had given me 10,000 soldiers as a gift. Now me and 500 of my best men were heading to Yeshir to ally the Bestions"
15635,The Paths of Fantasia:Deliverance IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324775&start=50,2014-12-27T00:40:00,Togeria,"The day had passed, I found shelter under a rock, and was able to survive on the eggs, meat, and water I had with me.<br/><br/>Once day arrived I enters my home, the oasis giving it protection, as soon as I arrived I hitched my horse, and headed to the kings chambers. As I walked I saw slaves, and their masters walking across the village.<br/><br/>They looked pitiful, but I saw no open disobedience, as some actually looked happy to be with their masters. How could one find happiness being ruled by another, they were weak.<br/><br/>As I approached the main chamber(the walk taking me three hours) I was greeted by two guards.<br/><br/>""What is your business here?""<br/><br/>""I wish to see the king. He sent me on a mission to find him a gem that can turn the tide of the war; I have found it.""<br/><br/>""Let me see.""<br/><br/>Showed him the stone, it was reddish, and shined in the light. It also sparked, as if a current went through it, but gave me no harm. I had no knowledge of its properties, but the king payed me to retrieve it, and for 10,000g. It must've been important.<br/><br/>""Go, he is in the kings hall; sitting on his throne.""<br/><br/>""Thank you.""<br/><br/>They opened the doors, and I went inside to commence the hand off, and maybe discuss becoming a soldier. I had experience, and could lead my men to victory, but I had no intention of being to common foot soldier, I would prefer leading soldiers, no matter how big they are."
15636,The Paths of Fantasia:Deliverance IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324775&start=50,2014-12-27T18:29:00,The Intergalactic Russian Empire,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Rasputin</span></span></span><br/>I walked out of the library with scrolls and books that I had bought after giving the librarian death threats. I had decided to postpone my adventure and instead go back to my evil lair and study. I then went to the stables and ""borrowed"" a horse and left on a journey to my evil tower in Dmacia.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Thorvald</span></span></span><br/>I heard news spreading that the king of Lexius had been captured and that my father had rejoiced this news and was planning to crown himself king. I ignored the second part for now as I walked along the battlements of the wall around Nordfästning. I looked at the lands outside the wall and mostly at the snowy forest towards the horizon, it was at the eastern edge of our domain and home to tribes of barbarians, my father said that our ancestors used to live like them."
15637,The Paths of Fantasia:Deliverance IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324775&start=50,2014-12-28T01:41:00,Jamjai,"I slowly open my open my eyes. ""Ah, that was a good sleep""<br/><br/>Suddenly, I came in view of some odd looking people. They take my clothes off and take turns raping me from behind. I was in serious agony but they didn't care. Finally, they leave the room, laughing like a pack of hyenas, leaving the door open. I crawl my way to the edge of the room and sit there in shock. I see a knife randomly placed on the floor. I take it and start to cut myself."
15638,The Paths of Fantasia:Deliverance IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324775&start=50,2014-12-28T02:22:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Jamjai <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324775&amp;p=22936993#p22936993"">wrote</a>:</cite>I slowly open my open my eyes. ""Ah, that was a good sleep""<br/><br/>Suddenly, I came in view of some odd looking people. They take my clothes off and take turns raping me from behind. I was in serious agony but they didn't care. Finally, they leave the room, laughing like a pack of hyenas, leaving the door open. I crawl my way to the edge of the room and sit there in shock. I see a knife randomly placed on the floor. I take it and start to cut myself.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: dafuq? Seriously dafuq?"
15639,The Paths of Fantasia:Deliverance IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324775&start=50,2014-12-28T10:33:00,Kumbhalgarh,Lol Jamjai got raped.
15640,The Paths of Fantasia:Deliverance IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324775&start=50,2014-12-30T03:53:00,Badassistanian,occ: i completely forgot about this<br/><br/>gorb begins to set sail after speaking to his family. this time he looks to find a new region he has only heard about from a man named rasputin.
15641,The Paths of Fantasia:Deliverance IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324775&start=50,2014-12-30T03:55:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324775&amp;p=22960302#p22960302"">wrote</a>:</cite>occ: i completely forgot about this<br/><br/>gorb begins to set sail after speaking to his family. this time he looks to find a new region he has only heard about from a man named rasputin.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: first person please."
15642,The Paths of Fantasia:Deliverance IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324775&start=50,2014-12-30T03:58:00,Badassistanian,i began to set sail from my family and homeworld this time i am more prepared and ready than ever. i sail for an area i have only heard of from rasputin.
15643,The Paths of Fantasia:Deliverance IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324775&start=50,2014-12-31T15:17:00,Togeria,"The kings palace was a wonderful sight, truly did seem like heaven in hell. The king however, was far from an angel, he fought hard to protect slavery, and nude his reign many atrocities were committed. I would never forgive him, however there was hope, if my friend the prince was put in the throne, he would bring Yeshir out the war."
15644,The Paths of Fantasia:Deliverance IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324775&start=50,2015-01-01T01:51:00,Kumbhalgarh,"I returned to Valdoor, and defended it from dangers. A few skirmishes with the orcs had happened, but I managed to defeat the foul creatures. Now I reeled in shock as I got news of a 80,000 Strong Orc army was attacking Valdoor."
15645,The Paths of Fantasia:Deliverance IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324775&start=50,2015-01-01T01:55:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"I woke up and walked back to my boat, before I set off to the sea.<br/>OOC: Can he arrive in Yeshir?"
15646,The Paths of Fantasia:Deliverance IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324775&start=50,2015-01-01T02:01:00,Kumbhalgarh,"I led a brave army of 20,000 Raquals to defend the frontiers of Valdoor against the marching orc hordes. ""Legion upon legion of Orcs march upon us, but they still count as one army,"" I said and laughed. I charged upon the orcs, my soldiers behind me, ""ORC PEST CONTROL!"" I yelled, and blasted into their ranks."
15647,The Paths of Fantasia:Deliverance IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324775&start=50,2015-01-01T02:06:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324775&amp;p=22983675#p22983675"">wrote</a>:</cite>I woke up and walked back to my boat, before I set off to the sea.<br/>OOC: Can he arrive in Yeshir?</div></blockquote><br/>Yes."
15648,The Paths of Fantasia:Deliverance IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324775&start=50,2015-01-01T02:10:00,Kumbhalgarh,"I, and my soldiers hacked into the orcs, and slashes upon them. I cloned into 300 duplicates, and charged up in the sky along with 1,000 comrades. There were 19,000 Rasquals on the ground fighting the orcs. ""Up to the sky!!!"" I yelled. The Rasquals charged up the sky, and rallied. A massive army they looked. ""On the count of 3, we destroy those pests, cause we're pest control!"" I commanded. ""1... 2...3!!!"" I shouted. The Rasqual Army charged down with full force, and slayed all of the orcs."
15649,The Paths of Fantasia:Deliverance IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324775&start=50,2015-01-01T10:56:00,OneEarth,"Finally, I had recruited enough initiates to start a branch of the Thieves Guild here in Lexius. It was surprisingly easy, more humans were willing to be thieves than I had originally thought. I quickly purchased a secluded shack and began to build the underground part of the headquarters. It would only take about three days, working nonstop, to get it livable, though it would take a few months to get it to the level of comfort that other Thieves Guild headquarters had.<br/><br/>I selected a member to be a guard and then carved the Thieves Guild symbol into the doorpost and gave final instructions before leaving them their work. I would stay for a few days, perhaps a few weeks, to help get them started, then I would select a Nocturnal, a branch leader, and leave them be. At the moment, however, I had pressing matters to attend to. I had heard that a king would be passing through, and I couldn't pass up the chance to steal from royalty."
15650,The Paths of Fantasia:Deliverance IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324775&start=50,2015-01-02T00:50:00,Cuprum,"I would have never believed that I'll keep a journal again. Actually I haven't kept any since my years as a garde de la Marine and garde du pavillon. Since then, there were only ship logs. But now I feel the need to keep one... exactly because I can't confess my secrets to anyone besides this pile of paper nicely bound in leather.<br/><br/>The journal doesn't judge me, doesn't gossip me, doesn't mock me like far too many of them have done lately. Actually, I think it will keep me sane!<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Le journal of the Frost giant</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">3rd of March 119 A.D</span><br/><br/>How strange are the paths of life! Three days ago, I was the thrall who had plundered the city of kattergat and took everything of importance from it, even their women. Since then I became the black sheep of the society. Everybody and everything has turned their backs on me, as if my lucky star has fallen from the sky. This has never happened to me before…<br/><br/>Today was even worse, in the Jarl's Castrum, when he accused me for anything imaginable… Lucky that there is no Admiral here, otherwise I might have ended court-martialled. His words are still resounding in my mind… Why should everything happen to me?<br/><br/>I can’t even gather properly my thoughts, each one is flying in a different direction… And I’d transform myself into a wolf, like in the old legends, to run away in the wilderness with my sorrow and my unanswered questions… to howl them at night at the moon… But even then I guess I’d be a solitary wolf, as now human packs tend to reject me… as if I am my failure. Even my crewmen despise me, convinced that I have done the unthinkable, that I have offered myself in the most whorishly way as a price for my freedom and for the ship’s. Almost nobody believes that I am innocent, that I didn’t sell myself and that a tactical mistake is not the end of the world. I can prove my worthiness again, once given the chance!<br/><br/>Actually yes, it makes sense, I am a failure now. Failure as a raider, nearly having lost my ship; failure as a man, being rejected by that lioness I wanted more for myself than for my country… only to become the subject of a man’s desire! And moreover, I owe this man, this damn pirate’s outrageous passion for me, my life, the lives of my crew and my ship. I hate it, but I must admit it, because a life debt is a huge one and honour says I must repay it once. If he wasn’t there to intervene to his captain, I would have been kept for ransom exactly how I had intended to keep that wild lady and my dear “Blixtsnabb” would have been their prize. And given how I was received today by the Jarl, I doubt anybody would have paid any ransom for my pathetic hide.<br/><br/>It hurts far more because at that blasted ball I thought he was going to be my friend. We could be almost brothers, with so similar interests and knowledge, understanding each other… Who could ever think, when I invited him aboard my ship in any port, how was the visit going to really happen! And when he had told me that he was used to chase what he wanted until finding it, who could know what he had really meant! A pirate, not a merchant, first of all… and secondly, instead of friendship, pursuing me with his lust.<br/><br/>Spurned by a young lady in order to be desired by a man, and both in the same day! This is something… inconceivable. And still… Between me and my guilty conscience, I have to admit that I enjoyed that kiss. Why, and how it was possible, I don’t know. My mind refuses to understand what my senses accepted and welcomed. At the beginning, when I understood what he wanted, I was terrified, ashamed and disgusted, all in one. But once his lips met mine with such a passion, the intensity of that kiss took me by surprise and I got wrapped up in it. For a few moments, he wasn’t anymore a filthy pirate, a man kissing me, but the tenderest lover, and I couldn’t help answering in the same way. Of course I can’t ever admit that his kiss… left me half wanting more, and half ashamed that it had happened. Naturally, I had rejected him, but he still intervened for me with his captain, so that I got released, together with the ship. And these ungrateful bastards are insinuating …far more!<br/><br/>How in this world the little coffee flower whom I had considered a mere toy before was the only one to receive me warmly and to comfort me? Her soothing, innocent kisses succeeded to wipe out of my mouth the memory of a man’s burning kiss, and her hesitant touches made me feel a man again. How could that man behave with her, even before leaving her alone in a foreign country, that she was so shy?<br/><br/>I wasn’t this nordic beauty’s first man; however, her big eyes and puzzled, but smiling expression let me understand that only with me she discovered passion. This was… nice and reassuring for me too, after the latest events.<br/><br/>This bashful girl is totally different than all the other maids I had known… well, except Astrid. They are completely opposite but, at the same time, they have something in common. I can’t say yet what, perhaps because with Astrid we were both far too young, living our first love feelings, while now I am a mature man, receiving somehow her youth and candour… When she looked at me so adoringly, it melt my heart…I am not only good to be despised and worth to be desired only by a man. I am still the same young bastad, able to awake passion in a young woman, as beautiful as a coffee flower… Indeed, I failed taming that spoiled lioness, but here it is another girl, differently wild, and who came into my arms by her own will… Yet her attention can’t wipe out the general rejection I am feeling today. Is that lucky star only hiding from me, or has it fallen from the sky? Only the next events will tell…"
15651,The Paths of Fantasia:Deliverance IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324775&start=50,2015-01-02T01:17:00,Erhialam,"~Being the emergence on the scene of the slave girl, Liy~<br/><br/>I stare up at the castle of the Basetian King, supposing it could be beautiful were it not for the monster that sat within it. How easy, how satisfying it would be to spit on the pristine marble of the foyer floor, tarnish it in my own small way. But, no, even that small act of defiance would not go unnoticed.<br/><br/>My master, a merchant, is here to play cringing, over-praising sycophant to the king in an attempt to claw his way up the path to power. It is no concern of mine. I am here to entertain the guards and officials. Two other women, draped in cool, gauzy silks like mine follow me, one with a two-pronged flute and the other with a lyre cradled in her arms as if it were her child. We are escorted by a servant to a corner of the foyer.<br/><br/>I must lose myself, if only for a moment. Some of the guards are already milling about. How easy it would be, how satisfying...<br/><br/>There is a dagger, sheathed in my braids, keeping them in place at the back of my head.<br/><br/>No. I must lose myself.<br/><br/>The two women play their beginning notes, and I rise slowly, conjuring a bit of false smoke to look as if it seeps from my fingers.<br/><br/>It is an old song. It is my favorite song. It is a<span style=""font-style: italic"">human</span>song. The words are meaningless to me; it is in a tongue I do not know. But I know it, I know the familiar, haunting ache of it.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">I will Lose myself. </span><br/><br/>I slip my hand to the braids, and pull free the dagger, letting my hair fall loose about my shoulders. Slowly, I begin my dance, still letting the false smoke swirl about me.<br/><br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y2RHlXdG3N4"" rel=""nofollow"">I sing.</a>"
15652,The Paths of Fantasia:Deliverance IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324775&start=50,2015-01-02T01:38:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Erhialam <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324775&amp;p=22994219#p22994219"">wrote</a>:</cite>~Being the emergence on the scene of the slave girl, Liy~<br/><br/>I stare up at the castle of the Basetian King, supposing it could be beautiful were it not for the monster that sat within it. How easy, how satisfying it would be to spit on the pristine marble of the foyer floor, tarnish it in my own small way. But, no, even that small act of defiance would not go unnoticed. <br/><br/>My master, a merchant, is here to play cringing, over-praising sycophant to the king in an attempt to claw his way up the path to power. It is no concern of mine. I am here to entertain the guards and officials. Two other women, draped in cool, gauzy silks like mine follow me, one with a two-pronged flute and the other with a lyre cradled in her arms as if it were her child. We are escorted by a servant to a corner of the foyer. <br/><br/>I must lose myself, if only for a moment. Some of the guards are already milling about. How easy it would be, how satisfying...<br/><br/>There is a dagger, sheathed in my braids, keeping them in place at the back of my head. <br/><br/>No. I must lose myself. <br/><br/>The two women play their beginning notes, and I rise slowly, conjuring a bit of false smoke to look as if it seeps from my fingers. <br/><br/>It is an old song. It is my favorite song. It is a <span style=""font-style: italic"">human</span> song. The words are meaningless to me; it is in a tongue I do not know. But I know it, I know the familiar, haunting ache of it. <br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">I will Lose myself. </span><br/><br/>I slip my hand to the braids, and pull free the dagger, letting my hair fall loose about my shoulders. Slowly, I begin my dance, still letting the false smoke swirl about me. <br/><br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y2RHlXdG3N4"" rel=""nofollow"">I sing.</a></div></blockquote><br/>I sit back and watch the performance, such a beautiful voice. It's live heaven is ringing in my ears, it brings peace, and the mood is serene.<br/><br/>""Ahem! Do you have the relic?"" The bastard king says.<br/><br/>""Yes sir! I found it in a cave, it was deep in Lexius.""<br/><br/>""I care not for the damn story, but only for the prize; my prize.""<br/><br/>""Yes my liege, here you are.""<br/><br/>He looks at it, intrigued by the electric that flows through it. It quite intriguing if I say myself, like chaos in a jewel the reddish color reminding of the sky at sunset.<br/><br/>""Now what do you want for your payment?""<br/><br/>""I want my payment of 10,000g, and I want to lead your forces.""<br/><br/>""The gold is yours, but I'm afraid I wouldn't dear let some merc lead my men, they're my shinning achievement! And to have them lead by some former slaver would simply devalue them.""<br/><br/>""You haven't seen my abilities, I found the stone that has to pro-""<br/><br/>""ENOUGH!!! You will either decide another payment, or you will leave.""<br/><br/>I tighten up in hatred, who does he think he is. His army is nothing more then simple thugs under the veil of a rank, they have no honor! And he spits on my ability as if I was one of the Unwanted. Stupid! I think for a minute before looking at the girl, slavery was one thing I hated, it often made me question why use to be a was a slaver. I saw how she tried drown out everyone, this place had brought her great pain, maybe if I helped her, I would be forgiven by the Fantasia for my crimes. I would have given her a life away from this retched place.<br/><br/>""You can keep my payment on one condition.""<br/><br/>""What?""<br/><br/>""Allow me to have the girl."" I demanded, pointing in her direction.<br/><br/>""What!? Are you serious? She's not even my property, and why would you want her, especially since you deny your own culture?""<br/><br/>""I plan to buy land, and she could help keep the house clean and cheery, with such an angelic voice.""<br/><br/>""I'll only allow you to keep her, if the owner agrees."""
15653,The Paths of Fantasia:Deliverance IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324775&start=50,2015-01-02T12:59:00,Cuprum,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">10th of March 119 A.D</span><br/><br/>How can I make sure that I catch them and failure does not come back to bite my back again?<br/><br/>I must learn everything about that damn “Basetian Siren” and I am not sure where to start. I can’t ask the governor anymore, not now when he despises me. Maybe I should try in a tavern? Anything might be a clue to my help.<br/><br/>Planning revenge means not leaving anything up to the chance of messing it up again. Every detail counts, because I want their blood. Especially that arrogant Basetian captain of theirs! His bad-taste sun charm sparkling on his earring and his demanding tone on which he had stripped my beautiful ship of everything – navigation tools, maps and ship logs included – still hurt my senses.<br/><br/>My pride – this had been hurt worse. Did he get the prize I was denied? Most likely yes, first that those filthy pirates don’t take “no” for an answer, they aren’t understanding gentlemen like I have been, and secondly… if I think better… she had not been taken prisoner, she went with them by her own will, the blue-blooded slut! Well, she fully deserved what she had gotten, finally! But I should have been the first, not a blasted sea rogue!<br/><br/>Besides Haraldr, my lieutenant and my friend, only the Jarl’s secretary had been nice with me. Despite being young, this man understands that Lady Luck can be as flighty as any mistress, focusing her attention here and there as she wishes, and the doesn’t hold my failure against me. Actually he tried to comfort me, a few days ago, over a glass of brandy, telling me that no general or admiral had won each battle held, and that tables do turn around at the most unexpected moment. I know he did his best… but unfortunately his superior has a totally different opinion, which counts in front of the admiral and the king, opinion shared by people in Frystad.<br/><br/>When somebody has been wronged the only thing that matters is getting right again. Getting even, how the most unexpected person had explained to me aboard the ship, then... And in my case, there won’t be any rehabilitation unless I can prove that I am not that coward and incapable people are gossiping about. Or… worse, because my crewmen’s stories had travelled round the taverns and brothels, up to the streets of the whole blasted town. Damn them too! They have contributed to my undoing almost equally like the pirates.<br/><br/>Will the plan drawn up in Kallstad work? I hardly wait for the moment when “Blixtsnabb” will be repaired again and I’ll meet the allied captains. Limeys or not, they are our friends now, and what a Spanish bastard, pirate or Navy alike, can do, I have already seen. To further disguise our ships, getting the “Siren” to believe us a merchant convoy. Not even how “Blixtsnabb” was looking like when she got attacked, but even closer to a merchantman. Then, they will meet not one broadside, but three. Quick strikes. Fast moves. Gunning them down to Davy Jones’ locker, as these bastards fully deserve! If they damaged my beautiful ship, they deserve to be destroyed for good. Exactly how “Prinsessa” was, but quicker and hopefully with no survivors.<br/><br/>“Do you want my blood too?” a known shadow asks me, and I don’t know what to answer. How one can repay a blood debt? By spilling the saviour’s, as… flawed as he can also be? “No way… I can’t want your blood, only the others’… You have tried your best to protect me in any manner you could… Irrespective which were your reasons for this, I owe you what I still have… And damn, I hate being in debt to you, but I can’t hate you, as hard as I try! I think I could have hated you if we haven’t drunk together for friendship, for safer seas and for meeting again, a few weeks before. I should hate you for being the source of my bad luck, but I simply can’t.”<br/><br/>And I hate myself instead, for this. For being weak, or worse than weak. I have no revenge against the one who saved my life and my ship, claiming only a small price; but what about the others? They have to feel it… to clean my honour and rehabilitate my name… Damn, I never wanted so bad somebody’s blood like I want that Basetian scum’s and his spoliating crew’s! And perhaps I’ll be better seen then by the Jarl and citizens… Really protecting their interests, as a flag captain should be, not defeated by a floating nutshell!"
15654,The Paths of Fantasia:Deliverance IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324775&start=75,2015-01-02T13:32:00,Erhialam,"I slowly drop to my knees and make the false smoke cease as I let the last note of the song tumble reluctantly from my lips. Gently, I set the dagger on the marble.<br/><br/>""Allow me to have the girl,"" someone says, and I snatch a glance in the direction of the king. A Basetian stands before him, pointing in my direction. Enamored of me, is he? I veil my disgust with a demure glance downwards, motion to the other women to start another tune.<br/>This one is Basetian, but it possesses some faint beauty nonetheless. It's better than the silence in which they stare; I can pretend that they are not.<br/><br/>""I'll only allow you to keep her, if the owner agrees,"" the king says, his words breaking through my attempts to drown everything out.<br/><br/>""Begging your pardon, illustrious Highness."" It's the pinched, nasal voice of my master. He must have been skulking about the throne, waiting his turn. ""I happen to be the one that owns her.""<br/><br/>I close my eyes, focus even harder on the dance, the song, anything. But some part of me cannot, some part of me hangs on the words of the Basetian."
15655,The Paths of Fantasia:Deliverance IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324775&start=75,2015-01-02T14:24:00,OneEarth,"I had traveled through Lexius, following rumors of riches, and came upon a walled city. Unsure of what to expect, I lowered my hood and walked up to the gate and looking for guards. I would simply enter the city as any normal person and scout the area, probably even legally purchase a few items. I would then bide my time, select the right target, and wait for the right time.<br/><br/>Being a master thief for years had taught me that patience truly is a virtue."
15656,The Paths of Fantasia:Deliverance IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324775&start=75,2015-01-02T17:01:00,The Intergalactic Russian Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>OneEarth <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324775&amp;p=23000454#p23000454"">wrote</a>:</cite>I had traveled through Lexius, following rumors of riches, and came upon a walled city. Unsure of what to expect, I lowered my hood and walked up to the gate and looking for guards. I would simply enter the city as any normal person and scout the area, probably even legally purchase a few items. I would then bide my time, select the right target, and wait for the right time.<br/><br/>Being a master thief for years had taught me that patience truly is a virtue.</div></blockquote><br/>I looked down from the wall and saw a Rai I pointed down at him and said ""Stranger, what brings you to Nordfästning, capital of the newly independent Kingdom of Scandavia. Non humans rarely come around here without good reason."""
15657,The Paths of Fantasia:Deliverance IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324775&start=75,2015-01-02T17:05:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Erhialam <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324775&amp;p=22999682#p22999682"">wrote</a>:</cite>I slowly drop to my knees and make the false smoke cease as I let the last note of the song tumble reluctantly from my lips. Gently, I set the dagger on the marble. <br/><br/>""Allow me to have the girl,"" someone says, and I snatch a glance in the direction of the king. A Basetian stands before him, pointing in my direction. Enamored of me, is he? I veil my disgust with a demure glance downwards, motion to the other women to start another tune. <br/>This one is Basetian, but it possesses some faint beauty nonetheless. It's better than the silence in which they stare; I can pretend that they are not. <br/><br/>""I'll only allow you to keep her, if the owner agrees,"" the king says, his words breaking through my attempts to drown everything out. <br/><br/>""Begging your pardon, illustrious Highness."" It's the pinched, nasal voice of my master. He must have been skulking about the throne, waiting his turn. ""I happen to be the one that owns her.""<br/><br/>I close my eyes, focus even harder on the dance, the song, anything. But some part of me cannot, some part of me hangs on the words of the Basetian.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>I look at the owner, he looked weak a shell of no virtue. I hated the man at first sight, but I didn't let it show, I would play my cards well.<br/><br/>""My liege, as you've stated that gem can bring the war to Yeshir's favor. When no one would bring you it, I did. With that feat alone I could ask for 100,000g and be merry, but I do not ask for gold, I simply want her.""<br/><br/>""The slave? Why her in particular?""<br/><br/>""My reasons are of no concern with all do respect, she holds worth that could aid me, give me the woman, and I shall leave.""<br/><br/>I look at owner, he looks like your common slob, kissing up so then he may have chance to get power. I for now will appeal to his pride.<br/><br/>I bowed, but didn't get on my knees, I get on my knees for no man.<br/><br/>""Kind sir, the amulet I have brought very well win Yeshir this war. The only payment I ask is to take her off of you."" I used her quite a lot, she wasn't a slave, and neither was anyone of her status. They were beings created from the Fantasia, they held the same virtues as any Basetian, but it seems my brethren did not hold the same frame of mind.<br/><br/>""Think for a minute, I could simply take back the jewel, and Yeshir could lose thousands of troops. I would be perfectly find, while the kingdom is in a state of weakness from the war a rebellion could happen, and Yeshir no more, or we could go with the second plan. You give me her, and I leave, the king keeps the gem, and is held a hero. You would most likely be rewarded, and could live a life of luxury, all because you let me have that women right their.""<br/><br/>Making my point, I bow my head.<br/><br/>""I feel it's in the best interest of the kingdom and our way life if we just gave her away. She's a slave, and I could easily fetch you another, maybe even one from my private collection. Though the choice is yours."" The king said to the owner."
15658,The Paths of Fantasia:Deliverance IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324775&start=75,2015-01-02T17:14:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Intergalactic Russian Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324775&amp;p=23002427#p23002427"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>OneEarth <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324775&amp;p=23000454#p23000454"">wrote</a>:</cite>I had traveled through Lexius, following rumors of riches, and came upon a walled city. Unsure of what to expect, I lowered my hood and walked up to the gate and looking for guards. I would simply enter the city as any normal person and scout the area, probably even legally purchase a few items. I would then bide my time, select the right target, and wait for the right time.<br/><br/>Being a master thief for years had taught me that patience truly is a virtue.</div></blockquote><br/>I looked down from the wall and saw a Rai I pointed down at him and said ""Stranger, what brings you to Nordfästning, capital of the newly independent Kingdom of Scandavia. Non humans rarely come around here without good reason.""</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">DRAKE</span><br/>The provinces are at war, damn how unfortunate they decide now when the kingdoms are at their own war in Lexius. This cannot be allowed to go on any longer, I king Accordo will unite the kingdoms, and only then will we Lexius win the war.<br/><br/>""My liege where do we ride?""<br/><br/>""I've heard tells of a kingdom up north who swear loyalty to no one but themselves, I intended to rectify that.""<br/><br/>""How many men?""<br/><br/>""Bring a group of thirty, arm them with royal armor, and the finest weapons we have. We need to make a statement.""<br/><br/>With that I left to my private quarters, and armed myself, wearing my armor. The kingdom of the west would hold sovereignty over the province of Lexius, I could feel it in my blood.<br/><br/>After I had finished I left the castle, and mounted my horse, I saw my men were ready too. We then made our ride up north, to the kingdom of Scandavia."
15659,The Paths of Fantasia:Deliverance IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324775&start=75,2015-01-02T17:34:00,Erhialam,"Taking me...instead of gold? I continue dancing, and it is well that my body know the motions to a point where my mind does not need to intervene. I am focused completely on the three Basetians.<br/><br/>Why would he take me instead of that princely sum of gold for the artifact? Nothing they do is without some motive, some angle...But what could he want of me that was worth that much to him. A sacrifice for some cult? A concubine?<br/><br/>In any case, my master seems quite interested in the trade.<br/><br/>""Your women are the envy of many a trader, Sire,"" he croons. ""By your will, I would be only too grateful to accept a replacement for her.""<br/><br/>He turns to shake hands with the Basetian that has such an interest in me.<br/><br/>""She'll satisfy your every need, good sir, I can assure you. A timid one, yes, but she'll please you greatly.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Timid, indeed, you bastard.</span>I finish my dance and kneel again.<br/><br/>""I'll fetch her directly.""<br/><br/>I continue kneeling until he is just above me, until I sit in his shadow.<br/><br/>""You'll be going with that gentleman there, my girl. Come on, get yourself up, my darling, get yourself up.""<br/><br/>He never speaks in such honeyed tones to me, nor does he call me 'darling'. Of course. Who would not want to appear kind before his mighty king...<br/><br/>I stand, and he guides me by an arm to my new master.<br/><br/>""Now, you mustn't forget to bow, my dear, you mustn't forget to bow."" And bow I do, the way a good, cringing slave girl does. But no good, cringing slave girl am I. Instead of meekly lowering my eyes, I keep them level with the Basetian."
15660,The Paths of Fantasia:Deliverance IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324775&start=75,2015-01-02T17:42:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Erhialam <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324775&amp;p=23002847#p23002847"">wrote</a>:</cite>Taking me...instead of gold? I continue dancing, and it is well that my body know the motions to a point where my mind does not need to intervene. I am focused completely on the three Basetians.<br/><br/>Why would he take me instead of that princely sum of gold for the artifact? Nothing they do is without some motive, some angle...But what could he want of me that was worth that much to him. A sacrifice for some cult? A concubine? <br/><br/>In any case, my master seems quite interested in the trade. <br/><br/>""Your women are the envy of many a trader, Sire,"" he croons. ""By your will, I would be only too grateful to accept a replacement for her."" <br/><br/>He turns to shake hands with the Basetian that has such an interest in me. <br/><br/>""She'll satisfy your every need, good sir, I can assure you. A timid one, yes, but she'll please you greatly.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Timid, indeed, you bastard.</span> I finish my dance and kneel again. <br/><br/>""I'll fetch her directly."" <br/><br/>I continue kneeling until he is just above me, until I sit in his shadow. <br/><br/>""You'll be going with that gentleman there, my girl. Come on, get yourself up, my darling, get yourself up.""<br/><br/>He never speaks in such honeyed tones to me, nor does he call me 'darling'. Of course. Who would not want to appear kind before his mighty king...<br/><br/>I stand, and he guides me by an arm to my new master. <br/><br/>""Now, you mustn't forget to bow, my dear, you mustn't forget to bow."" And bow I do, the way a good, cringing slave girl does. But no good, cringing slave girl am I. Instead of meekly lowering my eyes, I keep them level with the Basetian.</div></blockquote><br/>""Hello my name is Resh. May I know yours?""<br/><br/>I smile, I see she does not bow, but it doesn't effect me. It shows she has a will of a lion, and will not be broken.<br/><br/>I bow to the king and man, and leave, taking her hand as I depart. I look through my pouch and see I have 400g left, this should take me back to Lexius, and get a weapon to defend herself.<br/><br/>""I'm sorry for pulling you out like that, I didn't like those fools, and I could tell neither could you. As I've said my name is Resh, may I please know yours?"""
15661,The Paths of Fantasia:Deliverance IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324775&start=75,2015-01-02T17:50:00,Erhialam,"He's being...kind...<br/><br/>What does the bastard want with me?<br/><br/>I slipped my dagger back to my belt, but he could easily overcome me. Not now. Better to play-act meek slave girl until I know more of his motive.<br/><br/><br/>""My name is Liy, Master,"" I say, in the most demure voice I can conjure.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">What do you want of me?!?</span><br/><br/>""How will I be...employed in your service?"" I ask; it seemed the most delicate way of phrasing the question."
15662,The Paths of Fantasia:Deliverance IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324775&start=75,2015-01-02T18:02:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Erhialam <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324775&amp;p=23003040#p23003040"">wrote</a>:</cite>He's being...kind...<br/><br/>What does the bastard want with me?<br/><br/>I slipped my dagger back to my belt, but he could easily overcome me. Not now. Better to play-act meek slave girl until I know more of his motive. <br/><br/><br/>""My name is Liy, Master,"" I say, in the most demure voice I can conjure. <br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">What do you want of me?!?</span><br/><br/>""How will I be...employed in your service?"" I ask; it seemed the most delicate way of phrasing the question.</div></blockquote><br/>""I'm not your master, and I'll never be your master. I purchased your freedom, but Yeshir isn't a safe place to be in. We'll ride to Lexius, but if your asking on how you can repay your debt then simply become my companion. I'm a mercenary, and it gets lonely riding by yourself, become my partner and help me with my contracts and your debt is repaid. It ends when the war is over. Then you can leave or continue riding along side me.""<br/><br/>I was honest, I wouldn't keep her, she could consider herself a free woman now.<br/><br/>""You'll need a weapon, do you have one? I can purchase you an iron sword at the smith if you require one. Do you have any training? If not then we'll go to my home, and I shall teach you the basics? Although swinging a sword can't be that hard right!?"" I laugh at my own joke, trying to make the situation less tense."
15663,The Paths of Fantasia:Deliverance IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324775&start=75,2015-01-02T18:08:00,OneEarth,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Intergalactic Russian Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324775&amp;p=23002427#p23002427"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>OneEarth <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324775&amp;p=23000454#p23000454"">wrote</a>:</cite>I had traveled through Lexius, following rumors of riches, and came upon a walled city. Unsure of what to expect, I lowered my hood and walked up to the gate and looking for guards. I would simply enter the city as any normal person and scout the area, probably even legally purchase a few items. I would then bide my time, select the right target, and wait for the right time.<br/><br/>Being a master thief for years had taught me that patience truly is a virtue.</div></blockquote><br/>I looked down from the wall and saw a Rai I pointed down at him and said ""Stranger, what brings you to Nordfästning, capital of the newly independent Kingdom of Scandavia. Non humans rarely come around here without good reason.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""I heard rumors of a city wishing to be freed from the oppression of Lexius,"" I called back, ""I wished to help, though it seems that I may have been a bit slow.""<br/><br/>I smiled a bit, showing my friendlier side and making sure what I said seemed sincere. Years as the Guildmaster had taught me this skill."
15664,The Paths of Fantasia:Deliverance IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324775&start=75,2015-01-02T18:14:00,Togeria,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">DRAKE</span><br/>My men and arrived at the gates, interesting they seemed well fortified, as if an attack had already happened here. I walk up to the two guards<br/><br/>""State your business.""<br/><br/>""I am from the kingdoms of the west, and I must speak with your king.""<br/><br/>""About what?""<br/><br/>""None of your concern, let me pass. The fate of Lexius is on the balance.""<br/><br/>They look at each other for a moment.<br/><br/>""Don't cause trouble.""<br/><br/>With that I was let in, me and my men walked through the streets, the people glared at is like common criminals. This would be a tough kingdom to crack."
15665,The Paths of Fantasia:Deliverance IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324775&start=75,2015-01-02T19:04:00,Erhialam,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324775&amp;p=23003184#p23003184"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Erhialam <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324775&amp;p=23003040#p23003040"">wrote</a>:</cite>He's being...kind...<br/><br/>What does the bastard want with me?<br/><br/>I slipped my dagger back to my belt, but he could easily overcome me. Not now. Better to play-act meek slave girl until I know more of his motive. <br/><br/><br/>""My name is Liy, Master,"" I say, in the most demure voice I can conjure. <br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">What do you want of me?!?</span><br/><br/>""How will I be...employed in your service?"" I ask; it seemed the most delicate way of phrasing the question.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""I'm not your master, and I'll never be your master. I purchased your freedom, but Yeshir isn't a safe place to be in. We'll ride to Lexius, but if your asking on how you can repay your debt then simply become my companion. I'm a mercenary, and it gets lonely riding by yourself, become my partner and help me with my contracts and your debt is repaid. It ends when the war is over. Then you can leave or continue riding along side me.""<br/><br/>I was honest, I wouldn't keep her, she could consider herself a free woman now. <br/><br/>""You'll need a weapon, do you have one? I can purchase you an iron sword at the smith if you require one. Do you have any training? If not then we'll go to my home, and I shall teach you the basics? Although swinging a sword can't be that hard right!?"" I laugh at my own joke, trying to make the situation less tense.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">...What?</span><br/><br/>I stop walking.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">He is not my master. I am not his slave. </span><br/><br/>What does he want of me? Oh, yes, I'd certainly be grateful if he were some soft-hearted, compassionate sop that wanted to free me, but he is not that. He cannot be that. He is Basetian.<br/><br/>Though, I do remember the king's words, faintly:<span style=""font-style: italic"">""Why would you want her, especially since you deny your own culture?""</span><br/><br/>Denying the culture of slavery?<br/><br/>I could reach the dagger and swing it, or just duck away and run...I'm smaller and faster than he.<br/><br/>But how far would I get before being caught, dragged back to the Yeshir galleys?<br/><br/>My best chance of survival lies with him, even if he lies. I do not have to trust him.<br/><br/>But I do not have to pretend to be what I am not, it seems. I can let down my delicate mask, if not my guard.<br/><br/>""...I prefer daggers,"" I say, showing him mine. ""Smaller, faster, easier to hide than swords."" My voice is no longer its pitchy, timid, slave-girl falsehood. It is my own. ""But I suppose swords would be of more use in some places.""<br/><br/>The next part is difficult for me to say. I cannot trust him. He is Basetian.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">But if he doesn't lie...</span><br/><br/>It is the best way to know what he wants.<br/><br/>""I'd be happy to become your...companion. Teach me, show me,"" I glance behind my shoulder at the palace with a look of scorn. ""Take me away from wretched Yeshir...Resh."""
15666,The Paths of Fantasia:Deliverance IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324775&start=75,2015-01-02T19:10:00,The Intergalactic Russian Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324775&amp;p=23003375#p23003375"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">DRAKE</span><br/>My men and arrived at the gates, interesting they seemed well fortified, as if an attack had already happened here. I walk up to the two guards<br/><br/>""State your business.""<br/><br/>""I am from the kingdoms of the west, and I must speak with your king.""<br/><br/>""About what?""<br/><br/>""None of your concern, let me pass. The fate of Lexius is on the balance.""<br/><br/>They look at each other for a moment. <br/><br/>""Don't cause trouble.""<br/><br/>With that I was let in, me and my men walked through the streets, the people glared at is like common criminals. This would be a tough kingdom to crack.</div></blockquote><br/>The newly crowned King Alaric Nordskov sat on his throne with Àsbjörn standing nearby, the king said ""And gives you the right to barge in here with heavily armored troops? What is so important that the fate of all of Lexius is in the balance?"""
15667,The Paths of Fantasia:Deliverance IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324775&start=75,2015-01-02T19:12:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Erhialam <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324775&amp;p=23004056#p23004056"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324775&amp;p=23003184#p23003184"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>""I'm not your master, and I'll never be your master. I purchased your freedom, but Yeshir isn't a safe place to be in. We'll ride to Lexius, but if your asking on how you can repay your debt then simply become my companion. I'm a mercenary, and it gets lonely riding by yourself, become my partner and help me with my contracts and your debt is repaid. It ends when the war is over. Then you can leave or continue riding along side me.""<br/><br/>I was honest, I wouldn't keep her, she could consider herself a free woman now. <br/><br/>""You'll need a weapon, do you have one? I can purchase you an iron sword at the smith if you require one. Do you have any training? If not then we'll go to my home, and I shall teach you the basics? Although swinging a sword can't be that hard right!?"" I laugh at my own joke, trying to make the situation less tense.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">...What?</span><br/><br/>I stop walking. <br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">He is not my master. I am not his slave. </span><br/><br/>What does he want of me? Oh, yes, I'd certainly be grateful if he were some soft-hearted, compassionate sop that wanted to free me, but he is not that. He cannot be that. He is Basetian.<br/><br/>Though, I do remember the king's words, faintly: <span style=""font-style: italic"">""Why would you want her, especially since you deny your own culture?""</span><br/><br/>Denying the culture of slavery?<br/><br/>I could reach the dagger and swing it, or just duck away and run...I'm smaller and faster than he. <br/><br/>But how far would I get before being caught, dragged back to the Yeshir galleys?<br/><br/>My best chance of survival lies with him, even if he lies. I do not have to trust him. <br/><br/>But I do not have to pretend to be what I am not, it seems. I can let down my delicate mask, if not my guard. <br/><br/>""...I prefer daggers,"" I say, showing him mine. ""Smaller, faster, easier to hide than swords."" My voice is no longer its pitchy, timid, slave-girl falsehood. It is my own. ""But I suppose swords would be of more use in some places."" <br/><br/>The next part is difficult for me to say. I cannot trust him. He is Basetian. <br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">But if he doesn't lie...</span><br/><br/>It is the best way to know what he wants. <br/><br/>""I'd be happy to become your...companion. Teach me, show me,"" I glance behind my shoulder at the palace with a look of scorn. ""Take me away from wretched Yeshir...Resh.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Glad too."" With that we walked back to my horse, there was a black smith near it, so I went to him.<br/><br/>""How much for a common short sword?""<br/><br/>""200""<br/><br/>I took out 200 and bought it, handing it to her.<br/><br/>""It's lighter then a regular sword, but had more reach then your dagger will allow.""<br/><br/>""You're giving it to the slave girl!? Are you mad?""<br/><br/>""No, we're leaving this place, and she needs to defend herself.""<br/><br/>""Never saw Basetian care so much for a slave.""<br/><br/>""That's why she isn't my slave.....she's my partner.""<br/><br/>With that I take her hand, and go to my horse. I feel I've overstayed my welcome. I mount it before offering her a hand.<br/><br/>""Sorry I don't have two horses, wasn't expecting company. The ride will two days, but their are rivers along the way for water, and I have rations, albeit short."""
15668,The Paths of Fantasia:Deliverance IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324775&start=75,2015-01-02T19:16:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Intergalactic Russian Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324775&amp;p=23004112#p23004112"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324775&amp;p=23003375#p23003375"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">DRAKE</span><br/>My men and arrived at the gates, interesting they seemed well fortified, as if an attack had already happened here. I walk up to the two guards<br/><br/>""State your business.""<br/><br/>""I am from the kingdoms of the west, and I must speak with your king.""<br/><br/>""About what?""<br/><br/>""None of your concern, let me pass. The fate of Lexius is on the balance.""<br/><br/>They look at each other for a moment. <br/><br/>""Don't cause trouble.""<br/><br/>With that I was let in, me and my men walked through the streets, the people glared at is like common criminals. This would be a tough kingdom to crack.</div></blockquote><br/>The newly crowned King Alaric Nordskov sat on his throne with Àsbjörn standing nearby, the king said ""And gives you the right to barge in here with heavily armored troops? What is so important that the fate of all of Lexius is in the balance?""</div></blockquote><br/>""Isn't it simple in order for Lexius to succeed the kingdoms must unite under one crown. I intend to be that crown, now if you would kindly lead me to your chambers we can speak some more."" I say, as I ready my blade invade danger comes."
15669,The Paths of Fantasia:Deliverance IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324775&start=75,2015-01-02T19:25:00,OneEarth,"I smirked as I finally gained entry to the city. I walked about, talking to various merchants, purchasing food, and inquiring about properties for sale. I also glanced at each pocket, lockbox and door I could see, just to see what I was up against.<br/><br/>""You came at a bad time."" One person said, ""A warrior is talking to our king. Rumor is he's trying to take us over.""<br/>""Perhaps I could help."" I said quietly, looking towards the palace."
15670,The Paths of Fantasia:Deliverance IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324775&start=75,2015-01-02T19:42:00,The Intergalactic Russian Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324775&amp;p=23004176#p23004176"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Intergalactic Russian Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324775&amp;p=23004112#p23004112"">wrote</a>:</cite>The newly crowned King Alaric Nordskov sat on his throne with Àsbjörn standing nearby, the king said ""And gives you the right to barge in here with heavily armored troops? What is so important that the fate of all of Lexius is in the balance?""</div></blockquote><br/>""Isn't it simple in order for Lexius to succeed the kingdoms must unite under one crown. I intend to be that crown, now if you would kindly lead me to your chambers we can speak some more."" I say, as I ready my blade invade danger comes.</div></blockquote><br/>The king saw him reaching for a dagger and said ""I will not speak in private if you reach for that dagger again."" Catharina came in then and asked ""Father, I heard there a commotion, what it going on?"" the king said ""It is nothing, Catharina."" and turned back to Drake."
15671,The Paths of Fantasia:Deliverance IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324775&start=75,2015-01-02T20:00:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Intergalactic Russian Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324775&amp;p=23004402#p23004402"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324775&amp;p=23004176#p23004176"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Isn't it simple in order for Lexius to succeed the kingdoms must unite under one crown. I intend to be that crown, now if you would kindly lead me to your chambers we can speak some more."" I say, as I ready my blade invade danger comes.</div></blockquote><br/>The king saw him reaching for a dagger and said ""I will not speak in private if you reach for that dagger again."" Catharina came in then and asked ""Father, I heard there a commotion, what it going on?"" the king said ""It is nothing, Catharina."" and turned back to Drake.</div></blockquote><br/>I put away the dagger,""then by all means lead me to your castle."" I said, looking at his guards. They lacked steel armor, but with how cold it is here, leather would be better, they also looked trained, if I had a bigger force we could take them, but we didn't. I kept my gaze low on the king."
15672,The Paths of Fantasia:Deliverance IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324775&start=75,2015-01-02T20:18:00,The Intergalactic Russian Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324775&amp;p=23004550#p23004550"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Intergalactic Russian Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324775&amp;p=23004402#p23004402"">wrote</a>:</cite>The king saw him reaching for a dagger and said ""I will not speak in private if you reach for that dagger again."" Catharina came in then and asked ""Father, I heard there a commotion, what it going on?"" the king said ""It is nothing, Catharina."" and turned back to Drake.</div></blockquote><br/>I put away the dagger,""then by all means lead me to your castle."" I said, looking at his guards. They lacked steel armor, but with how cold it is here, leather would be better, they also looked trained, if I had a bigger force we could take them, but we didn't. I kept my gaze low on the king.</div></blockquote><br/>The king got up and said ""Yes, yes, my potential ally, right this way."" he turned to Àsbjörn and said ""If these soldiers try anything stupid, kill them."" Àsbjörn just gave an evil grin and nodded. Alaric then led the way to the castle."
15673,The Paths of Fantasia:Deliverance IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324775&start=75,2015-01-02T20:38:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Intergalactic Russian Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324775&amp;p=23004731#p23004731"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324775&amp;p=23004550#p23004550"">wrote</a>:</cite>I put away the dagger,""then by all means lead me to your castle."" I said, looking at his guards. They lacked steel armor, but with how cold it is here, leather would be better, they also looked trained, if I had a bigger force we could take them, but we didn't. I kept my gaze low on the king.</div></blockquote><br/>The king got up and said ""Yes, yes, my potential ally, right this way."" he turned to Àsbjörn and said ""If these soldiers try anything stupid, kill them."" Àsbjörn just gave an evil grin and nodded. Alaric then led the way to the castle.</div></blockquote><br/>""So how is the kingdom with the war going on. Mine was just attacked by Ovinniks awhile ago."" I said, starting some conversation while we walked."
15674,The Paths of Fantasia:Deliverance IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324775&start=75,2015-01-02T20:44:00,The Intergalactic Russian Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324775&amp;p=23004918#p23004918"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Intergalactic Russian Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324775&amp;p=23004731#p23004731"">wrote</a>:</cite>The king got up and said ""Yes, yes, my potential ally, right this way."" he turned to Àsbjörn and said ""If these soldiers try anything stupid, kill them."" Àsbjörn just gave an evil grin and nodded. Alaric then led the way to the castle.</div></blockquote><br/>""So how is the kingdom with the war going on. Mine was just attacked by Ovinniks awhile ago."" I said, starting some conversation while we walked.</div></blockquote><br/>""We thought the Rasquals would attack, but they left, other than that, nothing has happened as we are remaining neutral."" he seemed to have warmed a little to Drake and sounded a lot nicer."
15675,The Paths of Fantasia:Deliverance IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324775&start=75,2015-01-02T20:50:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Intergalactic Russian Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324775&amp;p=23004978#p23004978"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324775&amp;p=23004918#p23004918"">wrote</a>:</cite>""So how is the kingdom with the war going on. Mine was just attacked by Ovinniks awhile ago."" I said, starting some conversation while we walked.</div></blockquote><br/>""We thought the Rasquals would attack, but they left, other than that, nothing has happened as we are remaining neutral."" he seemed to have warmed a little to Drake and sounded a lot nicer.</div></blockquote><br/>""Interesting. I plan to talk more about my plan, I came to your kingdom first it's the strongest out of all of them, and would be harder to convince. My advisors told me to send a delegate here to speak, but I'm a man of action, as decided it be best I come myself."""
15676,The Paths of Fantasia:Deliverance IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324775&start=75,2015-01-02T21:01:00,The Intergalactic Russian Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324775&amp;p=23005043#p23005043"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Intergalactic Russian Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324775&amp;p=23004978#p23004978"">wrote</a>:</cite>""We thought the Rasquals would attack, but they left, other than that, nothing has happened as we are remaining neutral."" he seemed to have warmed a little to Drake and sounded a lot nicer.</div></blockquote><br/>""Interesting. I plan to talk more about my plan, I came to your kingdom first it's the strongest out of all of them, and would be harder to convince. My advisors told me to send a delegate here to speak, but I'm a man of action, as decided it be best I come myself.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Unfortunately, I do not want to go back to being a simple lord, the fact is that, my ancestors used to be king of Scandavia until the people of Lexius forced us to serve them. This crown upon my head has been an heirloom of the kings for almost a thousand years."""
15677,The Paths of Fantasia:Deliverance IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324775&start=75,2015-01-02T21:03:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Intergalactic Russian Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324775&amp;p=23005156#p23005156"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324775&amp;p=23005043#p23005043"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Interesting. I plan to talk more about my plan, I came to your kingdom first it's the strongest out of all of them, and would be harder to convince. My advisors told me to send a delegate here to speak, but I'm a man of action, as decided it be best I come myself.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Unfortunately, I do not want to go back to being a simple lord, the fact is that, my ancestors used to be king of Scandavia until the people of Lexius forced us to serve them. This crown upon my head has been an heirloom of the kings for almost a thousand years.""</div></blockquote><br/>""I do not plan to oppress you, or your kingdom. I simply say we unite. Aid me and your kingdom will have autonomy, you only give men and taxes to the empire of Lexius. I could care less for your affairs, but we need to unite, the other races underestimate us humans. It will be there downfall."""
15678,The Paths of Fantasia:Deliverance IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324775&start=75,2015-01-02T21:15:00,The Intergalactic Russian Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324775&amp;p=23005186#p23005186"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Intergalactic Russian Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324775&amp;p=23005156#p23005156"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Unfortunately, I do not want to go back to being a simple lord, the fact is that, my ancestors used to be king of Scandavia until the people of Lexius forced us to serve them. This crown upon my head has been an heirloom of the kings for almost a thousand years.""</div></blockquote><br/>""I do not plan to oppress you, or your kingdom. I simply say we unite. Aid me and your kingdom will have autonomy, you only give men and taxes to the empire of Lexius. I could care less for your affairs, but we need to unite, the other races underestimate us humans. It will be there downfall.""</div></blockquote><br/>""So more of a strategic alliance than me bowing to you? Good, but how should we cement this alliance? I want our alliance to be a strong one."""
15679,The Paths of Fantasia:Deliverance IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324775&start=100,2015-01-02T21:24:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Intergalactic Russian Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324775&amp;p=23005300#p23005300"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324775&amp;p=23005186#p23005186"">wrote</a>:</cite>""I do not plan to oppress you, or your kingdom. I simply say we unite. Aid me and your kingdom will have autonomy, you only give men and taxes to the empire of Lexius. I could care less for your affairs, but we need to unite, the other races underestimate us humans. It will be there downfall.""</div></blockquote><br/>""So more of a strategic alliance than me bowing to you? Good, but how should we cement this alliance? I want our alliance to be a strong one.""</div></blockquote><br/>""First we need all the kingdoms to unite, then I propose a council. I came to you first, and I plan on going east next, the south is stubborn, and will likely not submit unless force is applied."""
15680,The Paths of Fantasia:Deliverance IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324775&start=100,2015-01-02T21:42:00,The Intergalactic Russian Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324775&amp;p=23005376#p23005376"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Intergalactic Russian Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324775&amp;p=23005300#p23005300"">wrote</a>:</cite>""So more of a strategic alliance than me bowing to you? Good, but how should we cement this alliance? I want our alliance to be a strong one.""</div></blockquote><br/>""First we need all the kingdoms to unite, then I propose a council. I came to you first, and I plan on going east next, the south is stubborn, and will likely not submit unless force is applied.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Ok, make others join first, think about how to cement alliance later. I know a place to go next, Dmacia, a nation I was planning to make an alliance with, they are more towards the south-east.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Rasputin</span></span></span><br/>I had finally made it back to my base, the<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://th03.deviantart.net/fs70/PRE/i/2012/089/6/6/tower_of_orthanc_by_graychi-d4ugqzj.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Tower of Dmoria</a>there is where I was plotting domination of Dmacia, then the world."
15681,The Paths of Fantasia:Deliverance IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324775&start=100,2015-01-02T21:45:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Intergalactic Russian Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324775&amp;p=23005540#p23005540"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324775&amp;p=23005376#p23005376"">wrote</a>:</cite>""First we need all the kingdoms to unite, then I propose a council. I came to you first, and I plan on going east next, the south is stubborn, and will likely not submit unless force is applied.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Ok, make others join first, think about how to cement alliance later. I know a place to go next, Dmacia, a nation I was planning to make an alliance with, they are more towards the south-east.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Rasputin</span></span></span><br/>I had finally made it back to my base, the <a class=""postlink"" href=""http://th03.deviantart.net/fs70/PRE/i/2012/089/6/6/tower_of_orthanc_by_graychi-d4ugqzj.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Tower of Dmoria</a> there is where I was plotting domination of Dmacia, then the world.</div></blockquote><br/>""Thank you for your help."" I said, I made a call and me and my men stormed off, heading towards that direction."
15682,The Paths of Fantasia:Deliverance IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324775&start=100,2015-01-03T12:29:00,The Intergalactic Russian Empire,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Nervier, the Emergence</span></span></span><br/>In the northwestern area of the mountains of Nervier, 10 Ovinnik soldiers were patrolling around when they heard a noise, they ran over to see what it was. There they found a steep rock wall wit a flat opening in front of it, the rock was moving ""What is it?"" one asked, the other said ""I don't know, it seems the rock wall is opening."" the wall did open as a great, giant stone double door revealed itself. On the other side, was darkness, but something was moving, out of the darkness came 30 creatures, their heavy steel armor glinted in the sun, they help shields in one hand and spears of stone and iron in the other. These were the Dwarves, they were the first to see the sun in thousands of years, they emerged squinting and looking around in confusion. The Ovinniks, assuming they were hostile left to get reinforcements. After they left, the commander of the Dwarves yelled something into the darkness behind him, soon more Dwarves came out, by the dozens and by the time the Ovinniks returned with a group of 40 soldiers, they realized all too late that the number of Dwarves had swelled. What ensued was a massacre to terrible to tell of, the Dwarves then set their sights on a nearby city, ripe for conquest."
15683,The Paths of Fantasia:Deliverance IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324775&start=100,2015-01-03T15:10:00,Erhialam,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324775&amp;p=23004125#p23004125"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Erhialam <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324775&amp;p=23004056#p23004056"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">...What?</span><br/><br/>I stop walking. <br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">He is not my master. I am not his slave. </span><br/><br/>What does he want of me? Oh, yes, I'd certainly be grateful if he were some soft-hearted, compassionate sop that wanted to free me, but he is not that. He cannot be that. He is Basetian.<br/><br/>Though, I do remember the king's words, faintly: <span style=""font-style: italic"">""Why would you want her, especially since you deny your own culture?""</span><br/><br/>Denying the culture of slavery?<br/><br/>I could reach the dagger and swing it, or just duck away and run...I'm smaller and faster than he. <br/><br/>But how far would I get before being caught, dragged back to the Yeshir galleys?<br/><br/>My best chance of survival lies with him, even if he lies. I do not have to trust him. <br/><br/>But I do not have to pretend to be what I am not, it seems. I can let down my delicate mask, if not my guard. <br/><br/>""...I prefer daggers,"" I say, showing him mine. ""Smaller, faster, easier to hide than swords."" My voice is no longer its pitchy, timid, slave-girl falsehood. It is my own. ""But I suppose swords would be of more use in some places."" <br/><br/>The next part is difficult for me to say. I cannot trust him. He is Basetian. <br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">But if he doesn't lie...</span><br/><br/>It is the best way to know what he wants. <br/><br/>""I'd be happy to become your...companion. Teach me, show me,"" I glance behind my shoulder at the palace with a look of scorn. ""Take me away from wretched Yeshir...Resh.""</div></blockquote><br/>""Glad too."" With that we walked back to my horse, there was a black smith near it, so I went to him. <br/><br/>""How much for a common short sword?""<br/><br/>""200""<br/><br/>I took out 200 and bought it, handing it to her. <br/><br/>""It's lighter then a regular sword, but had more reach then your dagger will allow.""<br/><br/>""You're giving it to the slave girl!? Are you mad?""<br/><br/>""No, we're leaving this place, and she needs to defend herself.""<br/><br/>""Never saw Basetian care so much for a slave.""<br/><br/>""That's why she isn't my slave.....she's my partner.""<br/><br/>With that I take her hand, and go to my horse. I feel I've overstayed my welcome. I mount it before offering her a hand.<br/><br/>""Sorry I don't have two horses, wasn't expecting company. The ride will two days, but their are rivers along the way for water, and I have rations, albeit short.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>I nod, unsure what to say and still feeling a bit on edge. Wherever he's taking me...<br/><br/>He<span style=""font-style: italic"">did</span>give me a blade. I'm unsure whether to express what gratitude I feel; it's gratitude to someone I cannot trust. To discern what he truly wants, I'll have to go with him.<br/><br/>I sit behind him on the horse, gripping his waist with a feigned confidence that I lack utterly. Wherever I'm going...It could be worse than Yeshir.<br/><br/>But it is not Yeshir. And, for that, I have some small scrap of hope."
15684,The Paths of Fantasia:Deliverance IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324775&start=100,2015-01-03T17:43:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Erhialam <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324775&amp;p=23013852#p23013852"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324775&amp;p=23004125#p23004125"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Glad too."" With that we walked back to my horse, there was a black smith near it, so I went to him. <br/><br/>""How much for a common short sword?""<br/><br/>""200""<br/><br/>I took out 200 and bought it, handing it to her. <br/><br/>""It's lighter then a regular sword, but had more reach then your dagger will allow.""<br/><br/>""You're giving it to the slave girl!? Are you mad?""<br/><br/>""No, we're leaving this place, and she needs to defend herself.""<br/><br/>""Never saw Basetian care so much for a slave.""<br/><br/>""That's why she isn't my slave.....she's my partner.""<br/><br/>With that I take her hand, and go to my horse. I feel I've overstayed my welcome. I mount it before offering her a hand.<br/><br/>""Sorry I don't have two horses, wasn't expecting company. The ride will two days, but their are rivers along the way for water, and I have rations, albeit short.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>I nod, unsure what to say and still feeling a bit on edge. Wherever he's taking me...<br/><br/>He <span style=""font-style: italic"">did</span> give me a blade. I'm unsure whether to express what gratitude I feel; it's gratitude to someone I cannot trust. To discern what he truly wants, I'll have to go with him. <br/><br/>I sit behind him on the horse, gripping his waist with a feigned confidence that I lack utterly. Wherever I'm going...It could be worse than Yeshir. <br/><br/>But it is not Yeshir. And, for that, I have some small scrap of hope.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""We will be riding to Lexius, it's a collection of kingdoms controlled by humans. I plan to take us to the mountains, but the trip is expensive, and I all supplies. Lexius being so split means it holds many people trying to kill each other, we're mercenaries, our job is to make sure that gets done. Understand? They won't expect you, but we should get 20,000 at the end if this, 5,000 will go to buying you some armor. Another 5,000 will go to food, and supplies. The rest is walking money.""<br/><br/>I braced myself for a long ride, and soon day turned to night, she probably couldn't see anything, but I could. My night vision came in handy."
15685,The Paths of Fantasia:Deliverance IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324775&start=100,2015-01-12T15:53:00,Cuprum,"Shine through the top, with a pearl in the back, young Goldie on repeat, run it back, shorty want me to talk about war and peace, in the near future she'll be sittin on my lap wishing for success. The future of my kingdom is behind my back, I have friend who is conscious about my promiscuity, he send me letters every month.<br/><br/>I well remember the time my madness seized me. It was when aunt was telling me about gods. She told their story and got up to leave the room. But i held her back: ""Tell me more about , Prince of Dyfed!"" we said.<br/><br/>""I must go,"" she replied.<br/><br/>""No, tell me more, please!"" I insisted, and she repeated all she had said before. She told me how he defeated Arawn's enemy Hafgan, and on his return encountered Rhiannon, a beautiful maiden whose horse cannot be caught up with.<br/><br/>""Auntie, can i be a hero like Pwyll?""<br/><br/>""No because you are wicked, my child.""<br/><br/>""But why?""<br/><br/>""The forces of Annwn want you to lead their armies, dead and corruption will travel through your veins- it is nine o'clock, don't you hear the clock striking?""<br/><br/>""Why... Why... Please have mercy of me auntie""<br/><br/>""Be quiet, I say. I am going to a ball now.""<br/><br/>""No, Auntie, don't go!..."" And again my madness took possession of me. I sobbed and sobbed, and began knocking my head against the wall.<br/><br/>I thought, by going out of the room, to get away from what was tormenting me. But it followed me and made everything seem dark and dreary. My feeling of horror, instead of leaving me, was increasing.<br/><br/>""What nonsense!"" I said to myself. ""Why am I so dejected? What am I afraid of?"" ""You are afraid of me"" - I heard the voice of Arawn, lord of the otherworld - ""Rwyf yma. Hir yw'r dydd a hir yw'r nos, a hir yw aros Arawn""*<br/><br/>I shuddered. Yes, - Death! Death will come, it will come and it ought not to come. Even in facing actual death I would certainly not feel anything of what I felt now. Then it would be simply fear, whereas now it was more than that. I was actually seeing, feeling the approach of death, and along with it I felt that death ought not to exist. My entire being was conscious of the necessity of the right to live, and at the same time of the inevitability of dying. This inner conflict was causing me unbearable pain. I tried to shake off the horror; I found a half-burnt candle in a brass candlestick and lighted it. The candle with its red flame burnt down until it was not much taller than the low candlestick. The same thing seemed to be repeated over and over: ''Nid oes dim yn para, nid yw bywyd, popeth yn marw - ond dylai marwolaeth peidio â bodoli''**. I tried to turn my thoughts to what had interested me before, women and war. Far from being a relief, these seemed nothing to me now. To feel my life doomed to be taken from me was a terror shutting out any other thought. ""Mae'n rhaid i mi geisio cysgu.""***"
15686,The Paths of Fantasia:Deliverance IC,https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324775&start=100,2015-01-15T18:44:00,Badassistanian,"After a very long a grueling journey I have finally made it to the lands of the elf. While walking around and being stared at strangely I decided to get some sleep so I walked in to a local inn and as always trouble always seemed to follow,when i walked in there were two bastions and i immediately ran for it however they eventually caught up to me and starting to spring at me i managed to knock them off but they would just leap back up. I had no choice but to try and bribe them only the gods will now if this works."
15687,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805,2014-12-24T10:08:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"OOC:<a class=""postlink-local"" href=""http://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=5&amp;t=324804"">viewtopic.php?f=5&amp;t=324804</a><br/><br/>Welcome to the IC Thread! Roleplay as your nation here."
15688,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805,2014-12-24T10:11:00,Badassistanian,Saudi Arabia begins extreme output of oil in order to increase trade as much as possible. The king decide a military alliance with Russia is the best way to go.
15689,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805,2014-12-24T10:11:00,Aglium,Brazil spends most of it's money on trade.
15690,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805,2014-12-24T10:14:00,Kumbhalgarh,"The American President George Bush has sent a peace letter to the Soviet Union.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To The Soviet Union<br/><br/>Hello, I understand that our ideologies are different, but America proposes that we join our armies together, and destroy the motherfucking kingdoms who we both hate, such as Japan, Germany, and Brazil.</blockquote>"
15691,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805,2014-12-24T10:14:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22902892#p22902892"">wrote</a>:</cite>Saudi Arabia begins extreme output of oil in order to increase trade as much as possible. The king decide a military alliance with Russia is the best way to go.</div></blockquote><br/>We consider the alliance, and after consideration, we accept."
15692,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805,2014-12-24T10:15:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22902924#p22902924"">wrote</a>:</cite>The American President George Bush has sent a peace letter to the Soviet Union.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To The Soviet Union<br/><br/>Hello, I understand that our ideologies are different, but America proposes that we join our armies together, and destroy the motherfucking kingdoms who we both hate, such as Japan, Germany, and Brazil.</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: United States of America<br/>From: Union of Soviet Sovereign Republics<br/><br/>Greetings,<br/>Since when were Germany and Brazil kingdoms? Plus, we like Germany. And we're Communist, your Capitalist. So basically, no.</blockquote>"
15693,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805,2014-12-24T10:16:00,Kumbhalgarh,"America is angered at this response, but stays calm for the moment. Slowly (you cant know about this its a secret) the American army begins to train its eyes on taking over Moscow"
15694,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805,2014-12-24T10:17:00,Aglium,Brazil wishes to make a trading alliance with the Soviet Union.
15695,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805,2014-12-24T10:17:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22902951#p22902951"">wrote</a>:</cite>America is angered at this response, but stays calm for the moment. Slowly (you cant know about this its a secret) the American army begins to train its eyes on taking over Moscow</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: Army? Seriously reconsider that, Soviet ICBMs would be launched at the US with full backing of the international community if that happened."
15696,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805,2014-12-24T10:18:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Aglium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22902959#p22902959"">wrote</a>:</cite>Brazil wishes to make a trading alliance with the Soviet Union.</div></blockquote><br/>We accept the trading alliance. To start off, we offer to trade 2 tanks in return for 40 crates of bananas."
15697,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805,2014-12-24T10:18:00,Badassistanian,The king of Saudi would like to have a meeting with the president of the United States
15698,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805,2014-12-24T10:20:00,Kumbhalgarh,"The President is currently unavailable, but the foreign minister, Mr. David Ndukwe will be in Saudi Arabia."
15699,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805,2014-12-24T10:20:00,Aglium,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22902977#p22902977"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Aglium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22902959#p22902959"">wrote</a>:</cite>Brazil wishes to make a trading alliance with the Soviet Union.</div></blockquote><br/>We accept the trading alliance. To start off, we offer to trade 2 tanks in return for 40 crates of bananas.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Brazil agrees to the deal and sends 40 crates of bananas to Russia,"
15700,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805,2014-12-24T10:20:00,The New Byzantine,"Japan, the newly empire invaded Korea and most of the Japanese Imperial Army kills the Republican and Communist armies in the Korean Peninsula, well..North and South Korea is ceased to exist and annexed those countries into my mighty empire!<br/><br/>Japan marks the Manchurian region, Mongolia, Kamchatka peninsula, and Far East Russia as the sphere of influenced but soon Manchuria will be annexed into the empire.<br/><br/>Most of the Japanese Imperial Army has been sent to the Korean Peninsula as the staging battleground.<br/><br/>---<br/><br/>Meanwhile in my homeland, economy is increasing and the old people in Japan keeps complaining about the rise of the Second empire of Japan, giving them nightmares including veterans, well that's bad.."
15701,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805,2014-12-24T10:21:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Aglium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22902995#p22902995"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22902977#p22902977"">wrote</a>:</cite>We accept the trading alliance. To start off, we offer to trade 2 tanks in return for 40 crates of bananas.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Brazil agrees to the deal and sends 40 crates of bananas to Russia,</div></blockquote><br/>We in return send the tanks."
15702,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805,2014-12-24T10:21:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Aglium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22902995#p22902995"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22902977#p22902977"">wrote</a>:</cite>We accept the trading alliance. To start off, we offer to trade 2 tanks in return for 40 crates of bananas.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Brazil agrees to the deal and sends 40 crates of bananas to Russia,</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>The American President warns brazil that it might go bankrupt. Because the American army and navy is pressuring key traders of brazil to stop trading with Brazil."
15703,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805,2014-12-24T10:22:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Byzantine <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22903001#p22903001"">wrote</a>:</cite>Japan, the newly empire invaded Korea and most of the Japanese Imperial Army kills the Republican and Communist armies in the Korean Peninsula, well..North and South Korea is ceased to exist and annexed those countries into my mighty empire!<br/><br/>Japan marks the Manchurian region, Mongolia, Kamchatka peninsula, and Far East Russia as the sphere of influenced but soon Manchuria will be annexed into the empire.<br/><br/>Most of the Japanese Imperial Army has been sent to the Korean Peninsula as the staging battleground.<br/><br/>---<br/><br/>Meanwhile in my homeland, economy is increasing and the old people in Japan keeps complaining about the rise of the Second empire of Japan, giving them nightmares including veterans, well that's bad..</div></blockquote><br/>We offer a alliance to Japan and use of all of our ports. We also applaud Japan on extinguishing the so-called ""Communist North Korea""."
15704,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805,2014-12-24T10:23:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"We tell Brazil in secret that if things go sour with the US, we will drop a ICBM on a US city of Brazil's choice, excluding Chicago."
15705,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805,2014-12-24T10:24:00,Kumbhalgarh,"300,000 American soldiers are deployed to the Korean penisula to defend South Korea."
15706,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805,2014-12-24T10:25:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22903037#p22903037"">wrote</a>:</cite>300,000 American soldiers are deployed to the Korean penisula to defend South Korea.</div></blockquote><br/>South Korea has already fallen, as stated in the storyline. 300,000 is also excessive."
15707,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805,2014-12-24T10:26:00,Togeria,"Germany is intrigued, seeing this new Japan. Germany's economy is also increasing at a fast rate, being one of the strongest nations in Europe. Germany begins building more planes and tanks, while also recruiting more citizens. The citizens are worried about a 4th Reich coming, but the president assures them the opposite is truly the case. Germany is world power, and must now act like one.<br/><br/>Germany purchases several iron deposits, that way it can take lead in the steel industry, and use it for other purposes."
15708,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805,2014-12-24T10:27:00,Badassistanian,Saudi grows weary of America and there moves we tell the international community that if they take action we will take action. We begins full scale capturing and removing of terrorists in Saudi and capture there huge supply of weopens to aid us.
15709,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805,2014-12-24T10:27:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22903061#p22903061"">wrote</a>:</cite>Germany is intrigued, seeing this new Japan. Germany's economy is also increasing at a fast rate, being one of the strongest nations in Europe. Germany begins building more planes and tanks, while also recruiting more citizens. The citizens are worried about a 4th Reich coming, but the president assures them the opposite is truly the case. Germany is world power, and must now act like one. <br/><br/>Germany purchases several iron deposits, that way it can take lead in the steel industry, and use it for other purposes.</div></blockquote><br/>We offer a alliance to Germany."
15710,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805,2014-12-24T10:30:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22903067#p22903067"">wrote</a>:</cite>Saudi grows weary of America and there moves we tell the international community that if they take action we will take action. We begins full scale capturing and removing of terrorists in Saudi and capture there huge supply of weopens to aid us.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>DUDE, I said I am slowly moving my army towards Moscow, its a secret you can't figure that out. Thats called Meta Gaming."
15711,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805,2014-12-24T10:31:00,The New Byzantine,"<blockquote class=""uncited""><div>We offer a alliance to Japan and use of all of our ports. We also applaud Japan on extinguishing the so-called ""Communist North Korea"".</div></blockquote><br/><br/>We accept the ""alliance"" to the Soviet Union and we tell to the Soviet Union that don't betray us just like you did in that previous Great War (WWII).<br/><br/>---<br/><br/>[ THE SECRET PLAN ]<br/><br/>Emperor Akihito said to his general, ""General, this is a good plan, the Soviet Union has manage to be allied with us! We will invade their territories AFTER we defeat those Communist China and the Mongols! They don't even know our secret plan!"" and the imperial General said, ""Yes, my emperor, they don't even know our secret plan."" and Emperor Akihito, ""General, tomorrow, you will lead the Imperial Japanese Army! First, you will invade Shenyang and annexed that province to our mighty empire! Do not fail this invasion, General."" and the General said, ""I will promise to you, my emperor that I will not fail this invasion!"" and Emperor Akihito said, ""Good, General, this is for the Shogunate."" and the General said, ""Indeed my emperor, for the Shogunate.""<br/><br/>--<br/><br/>The Imperial Japanese Army is now marching to the border between the Communist China and wait for the cold-night until the orders came out.<br/><br/>Also, we want a Non-Agression Pact with the Soviet Union incase their is a bad relation happening to my 'allies'."
15712,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=25,2014-12-24T10:32:00,Zeyojan,Wishing to stay peaceful with Nations France wants to sign a Non-Agression with Russia and Japan.
15713,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=25,2014-12-24T10:32:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22903097#p22903097"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22903067#p22903067"">wrote</a>:</cite>Saudi grows weary of America and there moves we tell the international community that if they take action we will take action. We begins full scale capturing and removing of terrorists in Saudi and capture there huge supply of weopens to aid us.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>DUDE, I said I am slowly moving my army towards Moscow, its a secret you can't figure that out. Thats called Meta Gaming.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: Kumbhalgarh, I doubt you could attack Moscow. Also, slow down there Byzantine, China is not on right now."
15714,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=25,2014-12-24T10:33:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22903097#p22903097"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22903067#p22903067"">wrote</a>:</cite>Saudi grows weary of America and there moves we tell the international community that if they take action we will take action. We begins full scale capturing and removing of terrorists in Saudi and capture there huge supply of weopens to aid us.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>DUDE, I said I am slowly moving my army towards Moscow, its a secret you can't figure that out. Thats called Meta Gaming.</div></blockquote><br/>occ: we only grew weary of you we don't know your current movements we just believe your up to something and that's not meta gameing"
15715,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=25,2014-12-24T10:33:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Zeyojan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22903119#p22903119"">wrote</a>:</cite>Wishing to stay peaceful with Nations France wants to sign a Non-Agression with Russia and Japan.</div></blockquote><br/>We accept."
15716,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=25,2014-12-24T10:33:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22903127#p22903127"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22903097#p22903097"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><br/>DUDE, I said I am slowly moving my army towards Moscow, its a secret you can't figure that out. Thats called Meta Gaming.</div></blockquote><br/>occ: we only grew weary of you we don't know your current movements we just believe your up to something and that's not meta gameing</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: Both of you, please don't fight."
15717,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=25,2014-12-24T10:34:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22903071#p22903071"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22903061#p22903061"">wrote</a>:</cite>Germany is intrigued, seeing this new Japan. Germany's economy is also increasing at a fast rate, being one of the strongest nations in Europe. Germany begins building more planes and tanks, while also recruiting more citizens. The citizens are worried about a 4th Reich coming, but the president assures them the opposite is truly the case. Germany is world power, and must now act like one. <br/><br/>Germany purchases several iron deposits, that way it can take lead in the steel industry, and use it for other purposes.</div></blockquote><br/>We offer a alliance to Germany.</div></blockquote><br/>Germany accepts."
15718,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=25,2014-12-24T10:34:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To all the capitalist nations of the world,<br/><br/>I George H.W Bush request that we get together, and discuss about communism in Europe, and how to repel it. Also we will also discuss about the recent activites of the Soviet Union,<br/><br/><br/>From America</blockquote><br/><br/><br/>OOC: THIS IS A SECRET, IF YOUR COMMUNIST OR ALLIED WITH SOVIET UNION YOU CANT KNOW ABOUT THIS."
15719,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=25,2014-12-24T10:37:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22903142#p22903142"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To all the capitalist nations of the world,<br/><br/>I George H.W Bush request that we get together, and discuss about communism in Europe, and how to repel it. Also we will also discuss about the recent activites of the Soviet Union,<br/><br/><br/>From America</blockquote><br/><br/><br/>OOC: THIS IS A SECRET, IF YOUR COMMUNIST OR ALLIED WITH SOVIET UNION YOU CANT KNOW ABOUT THIS.</div></blockquote><br/>Please, listen to his disclaimer guys."
15720,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=25,2014-12-24T10:39:00,The New Byzantine,"<blockquote><div><cite>Zeyojan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22903119#p22903119"">wrote</a>:</cite>Wishing to stay peaceful with Nations France wants to sign a Non-Agression with Russia and Japan.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>We accept."
15721,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=25,2014-12-24T10:41:00,The New Byzantine,"The Second Japanese Empire declares war on the Asian communist nations; except the Soviet Union as they are 'allies'<br/><br/>Declares war on; China, Vietnam, and Laos."
15722,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=25,2014-12-24T10:42:00,Aglium,Brazil wishes to have a trading alliance with Germany.
15723,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=25,2014-12-24T10:43:00,Togeria,"Germany has amassed a force of 500,000 as Europe begins to get worried.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">PRESIDENTIAL OFFICE</span><br/>""Sir!""<br/>""Yes. What do you want?""<br/>""It's about the sudden increase in the army, what are you planning?""<br/>""Simple I use the growing tensions of the world to my advantage.""<br/>""How so?""<br/>""My plan is simple, restore the borders of the German Empire, pre WW1, and if we're lucky, take the land that was under Austro-Hungary.""<br/>""I see. Are we ready for such action?""<br/>""We're Germany. We're always ready.""<br/><br/>And with that manufacturing increased, along with conscription, as Germany would need a massive force to restore its borders."
15724,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=25,2014-12-24T10:44:00,Badassistanian,Saudi continues to be weary of the united states. We offer a military trading system with Russia so we can exchange.
15725,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=25,2014-12-24T10:45:00,The New Byzantine,The recruitment in the Japanese Imperial Army has started in Japan and Korea because of this new war!<br/><br/>2 post until Japan invades Shenyang province.
15726,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=25,2014-12-24T10:45:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Aglium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22903210#p22903210"">wrote</a>:</cite>Brazil wishes to have a trading alliance with Germany.</div></blockquote><br/>Germany accepts, any boost their economy is appreciated."
15727,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=25,2014-12-24T10:46:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Byzantine <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22903200#p22903200"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Second Japanese Empire declares war on the Asian communist nations; except the Soviet Union as they are 'allies'<br/><br/>Declares war on; China, Vietnam, and Laos.</div></blockquote><br/>China isn't on right now. Delay the invasion of China."
15728,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=25,2014-12-24T10:46:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Byzantine <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22903238#p22903238"">wrote</a>:</cite>The recruitment in the Japanese Imperial Army has started in Japan and Korea because of this new war!<br/><br/>2 post until Japan invades Shenyang province.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: Now wait for China to respond."
15729,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=25,2014-12-24T10:46:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22903230#p22903230"">wrote</a>:</cite>Saudi continues to be weary of the united states. We offer a military trading system with Russia so we can exchange.</div></blockquote><br/>We agree"
15730,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=25,2014-12-24T10:48:00,The New Byzantine,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22903246#p22903246"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The New Byzantine <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22903200#p22903200"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Second Japanese Empire declares war on the Asian communist nations; except the Soviet Union as they are 'allies'<br/><br/>Declares war on; China, Vietnam, and Laos.</div></blockquote><br/>China isn't on right now. Delay the invasion of China.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>K. Just declared war on them and I didn't invade them yet so it's fine"
15731,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=25,2014-12-24T10:49:00,The New Byzantine,We sent a Non-Agression Pact to the United States and we sent a trade agreement to the Saudi Arabia.
15732,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=25,2014-12-24T10:50:00,Badassistanian,Exchange of weopens and machinery of war begins between Saudi and Russia. Saudi offers trade to Germany as well.
15733,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=25,2014-12-24T10:51:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Byzantine <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22903281#p22903281"">wrote</a>:</cite>We sent a Non-Agression Pact to the United States and we sent a trade agreement to the Saudi Arabia.</div></blockquote><br/>Saudi agrees and begins the first oil shipments."
15734,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=25,2014-12-24T11:00:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22903286#p22903286"">wrote</a>:</cite>Exchange of weopens and machinery of war begins between Saudi and Russia. Saudi offers trade to Germany as well.</div></blockquote><br/>Germany agrees."
15735,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=25,2014-12-24T11:07:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,We ask that a rail line be constructed between Berlin and Moscow.
15736,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=25,2014-12-24T11:07:00,The New Byzantine,"Total troops of Japanese Imperial Army in Korea;<br/><br/>800,000 troops<br/>1500 tanks<br/>600 apache helicopters,<br/><br/>---<br/><br/>About 6500 men has been recruited to the Japanese Imperial Army."
15737,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=50,2014-12-24T11:14:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22903433#p22903433"">wrote</a>:</cite>We ask that a rail line be constructed between Berlin and Moscow.</div></blockquote><br/>Germany accepts the offer. As forces are now being trained, in secret as to not cause any suspicion.<br/><br/>Total:<br/>630,000 men<br/>12,000 Panzers<br/>10,000 Luftwaffe<br/>7,000 naval forces"
15738,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=50,2014-12-24T11:22:00,The New Byzantine,"We sent a elite Japanese spy to Shenyang for spying the activities of Communist China.<br/><br/>We announced that 'Kamikaze' (a suicide bomber) is now disbanded from the Japanese Imperial Air Forces to prevent losses of soldiers in Japan.<br/><br/>--<br/><br/>Total troops of Japan/Second Japanese Empire;<br/><br/>965,000 soldiers<br/>7500 tanks<br/>2500 jet bombers<br/>1500 apache helicopters<br/>8000 battleships"
15739,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=50,2014-12-24T11:26:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"Plane-Ship godmod. Tune it down. No going above 10,000 with your tanks."
15740,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=50,2014-12-24T11:28:00,The New Byzantine,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22903622#p22903622"">wrote</a>:</cite>Plane-Ship godmod. Tune it down. No going above 10,000 with your tanks.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Plane-Ship???"
15741,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=50,2014-12-24T11:33:00,Badassistanian,"The Saudi military begins to prepare for possible war. We build defensives and begin recruiting 500,000 more soldiers into the Saudi military. We ask Russia about there stance on the current state the world is in."
15742,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=50,2014-12-24T11:37:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Byzantine <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22903281#p22903281"">wrote</a>:</cite>We sent a Non-Agression Pact to the United States and we sent a trade agreement to the Saudi Arabia.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>America agrees."
15743,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=50,2014-12-24T11:38:00,The New Byzantine,We sent a NON- Agression pact with the United States.
15744,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=50,2014-12-24T11:39:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Byzantine <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22903643#p22903643"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22903622#p22903622"">wrote</a>:</cite>Plane-Ship godmod. Tune it down. No going above 10,000 with your tanks.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Plane-Ship???</div></blockquote><br/>Your godmodding on both planes and battleships."
15745,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=50,2014-12-24T11:39:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22903699#p22903699"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Saudi military begins to prepare for possible war. We build defensives and begin recruiting 500,000 more soldiers into the Saudi military. We ask Russia about there stance on the current state the world is in.</div></blockquote><br/>We say we are neutral."
15746,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=50,2014-12-24T11:40:00,Kumbhalgarh,Americs sends a non agression pact to all the nations of this world
15747,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=50,2014-12-24T11:42:00,The New Byzantine,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22903760#p22903760"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The New Byzantine <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22903643#p22903643"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Plane-Ship???</div></blockquote><br/>Your godmodding on both planes and battleships.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>I'll disband my plane then"
15748,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=50,2014-12-24T11:47:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Byzantine <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22903795#p22903795"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22903760#p22903760"">wrote</a>:</cite>Your godmodding on both planes and battleships.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>I'll disband my plane then</div></blockquote><br/>8000 battleships is still too much.<br/><br/>The USSR admits Romania, Bulgaria, and Poland as member SSRs of the Soviet Union. Greece is also asked to join due to close Greek-Soviet relations, and Greece accepts, due to the good relations and the failing Greek economy."
15749,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=50,2014-12-24T11:52:00,The New Byzantine,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22903854#p22903854"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The New Byzantine <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22903795#p22903795"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>I'll disband my plane then</div></blockquote><br/>8000 battleships is still too much.<br/><br/>The USSR admits Romania, Bulgaria, and Poland as member SSRs of the Soviet Union. Greece is also asked to join due to close Greek-Soviet relations, and Greece accepts, due to the good relations and the failing Greek economy.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>1500 battleships?"
15750,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=50,2014-12-24T11:54:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Byzantine <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22903911#p22903911"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22903854#p22903854"">wrote</a>:</cite>8000 battleships is still too much.<br/><br/>The USSR admits Romania, Bulgaria, and Poland as member SSRs of the Soviet Union. Greece is also asked to join due to close Greek-Soviet relations, and Greece accepts, due to the good relations and the failing Greek economy.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>1500 battleships?</div></blockquote><br/>Fine by me."
15751,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=50,2014-12-24T12:02:00,Sereina,"New Zealand sends a Non-Agression Pact to Saudi Arabia, The USSR, China, Japan, Brazil, Germany, and the USA"
15752,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=50,2014-12-24T12:05:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Sereina <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22904021#p22904021"">wrote</a>:</cite>New Zealand sends a Non-Agression Pact to Saudi Arabia, The USSR, China, Japan, Brazil, Germany, and the USA</div></blockquote><br/>The Soviet Union accepts."
15753,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=50,2014-12-24T12:05:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Sereina <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22904021#p22904021"">wrote</a>:</cite>New Zealand sends a Non-Agression Pact to Saudi Arabia, The USSR, China, Japan, Brazil, Germany, and the USA</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>we agree, but tell them to stop allying with fucking communists.<br/><br/><br/>OOC: Dutchland check out my post on the fantasy rp thread."
15754,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=50,2014-12-24T12:07:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22904056#p22904056"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Sereina <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22904021#p22904021"">wrote</a>:</cite>New Zealand sends a Non-Agression Pact to Saudi Arabia, The USSR, China, Japan, Brazil, Germany, and the USA</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>we agree, but tell them to stop allying with fucking communists. <br/><br/><br/>OOC: Dutchland check out my post on the fantasy rp thread.</div></blockquote><br/>The Soviet Union sends a letter back saying:<br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>Don't say that again. Or else.</div></blockquote>"
15755,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=50,2014-12-24T12:15:00,Sereina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22904056#p22904056"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Sereina <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22904021#p22904021"">wrote</a>:</cite>New Zealand sends a Non-Agression Pact to Saudi Arabia, The USSR, China, Japan, Brazil, Germany, and the USA</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>we agree, but tell them to stop allying with fucking communists. <br/><br/><br/>OOC: Dutchland check out my post on the fantasy rp thread.</div></blockquote><br/>We're just promoting peace."
15756,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=50,2014-12-24T13:07:00,Badassistanian,Sadly Saudi loses all trust from America.
15757,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=50,2014-12-24T13:20:00,The New Byzantine,OOC: I'll just wait for China to respond
15758,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=50,2014-12-24T13:40:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Byzantine <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22904755#p22904755"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: I'll just wait for China to respond</div></blockquote><br/>Okay."
15759,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=50,2014-12-24T13:41:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22904639#p22904639"">wrote</a>:</cite>Sadly Saudi loses all trust from America.</div></blockquote><br/>We tell Saudi Arabia they should make a Arabian nation consisting of all of central asia."
15760,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=50,2014-12-24T13:50:00,Zeyojan,France starts to fund public Schools and the Military
15761,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=50,2014-12-24T14:18:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Zeyojan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22904999#p22904999"">wrote</a>:</cite>France starts to fund public Schools and the Military</div></blockquote><br/>We offer a major alliance to France.<br/>(Think a America-Britain alliance)"
15762,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=75,2014-12-24T14:35:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22904931#p22904931"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22904639#p22904639"">wrote</a>:</cite>Sadly Saudi loses all trust from America.</div></blockquote><br/>We tell Saudi Arabia they should make a Arabian nation consisting of all of central asia.</div></blockquote><br/>we tell Russia that Saudi expansion will only occur in the middle east."
15763,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=75,2014-12-24T14:44:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22905441#p22905441"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22904931#p22904931"">wrote</a>:</cite>We tell Saudi Arabia they should make a Arabian nation consisting of all of central asia.</div></blockquote><br/>we tell Russia that Saudi expansion will only occur in the middle east.</div></blockquote><br/>We understand."
15764,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=75,2014-12-24T22:04:00,The New Byzantine,"Since the invasion isn't ready yet, all of the Japanese Imperial Army is on a military exercise, including battleships."
15765,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=75,2014-12-24T22:12:00,Tractionisia,"Under the Marcos regime, Philippines is a powerful nation in South East Asia, a richest nation next to Japan (dis is true). After the failure of the 1986 Peaceful Revolution which Marcos didn't overthrown and he decided to kill who opposed him. He killed thousands of peaceful revolutionist like nuns, workers, etc. and Aquino was EXECUTED instead of reigning Philippines on 1987-1992. So, Ferdinand Marcos died on 1989 and was replaced by his son Ferdinand 'Bongbong' Marcos Jr and then Marcos Jr's goal is to continue the Marcos regime for his father.<br/><br/>---<br/><br/>Philippines became aware from the new Japan, the 'Second empire' so we sent a Non-Agression Pact and trade agreement to Japan."
15766,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=75,2014-12-24T22:15:00,The New Byzantine,"<blockquote><div><cite>Tractionisia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22908854#p22908854"">wrote</a>:</cite>Philippines became aware from the new Japan, the 'Second empire' so we sent a Non-Agression Pact and trade agreement to Japan.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>We accept the Non-Agression Pact and trade agreement with the Philippines."
15767,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=75,2014-12-24T23:39:00,East Niphilate,Singapore wishes to form an alliance with the Philippines in the interest of greater regional integration.<br/>The Singapore government also issues a cake to Marcos Jr.
15768,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=75,2014-12-25T00:52:00,Tractionisia,"<blockquote><div><cite>East Niphilate <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22909476#p22909476"">wrote</a>:</cite>Singapore wishes to form an alliance with the Philippines in the interest of greater regional integration. <br/>The Singapore government also issues a cake to Marcos Jr.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The alliance has been accepted and Marcos Jr accepts the issue also."
15769,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=75,2014-12-25T00:57:00,Tractionisia,"DIPLOMATIC RELATIONSHIP OF THE PHILIPPINES:<br/><br/>Japan -<span style=""color: #BFFFBF"">Friendly</span><br/>Singapore -<span style=""color: #00FF80"">Very Friendly</span><br/>Malaysia -<span style=""color: #800000"">Unfriendly</span><br/>China [Communist] -<span style=""color: #800000"">Unfriendly</span><br/>China [Republic] -<span style=""color: #BFFFBF"">Friendly</span><br/>Soviet Union -<span style=""color: #00FFFF"">Indifferent</span><br/>German Empire -<span style=""color: #00FFFF"">Indifferent</span><br/>Brazil -<span style=""color: #00FFFF"">Indifferent</span><br/>United States -<span style=""color: #BFFFBF"">Friendly</span><br/>Saudi Arabia -<span style=""color: #00FFFF"">Indifferent (unfriendly)</span><br/>New Zealand -<span style=""color: #00FFFF"">Indifferent</span>"
15770,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=75,2014-12-25T03:05:00,The New Imperial China,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Beijing</span><br/><br/>The President of China wishes to start diplomatic relations with Japan. He believes that with these two countries allied,they can both benefit and become very powerful countries. The president wishes to make a mutual defense pact between the Empire of Japan and The People's Republic of China. This deal will also bring trading opportunities with China discount prices. And will also give acces to the most prescious material on Earth, petroleum.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, the president has announced that he will request an alliance with the Soviet Union and other Communist countries like the newly formed People's Republic of Vietnam and the People's Republic of Cuba. The president has also announced that he will begin trading with Venezuela, Laos, and Cambodia.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lower Mongolia</span><br/><br/>An invasion force has started the invasion of Mongolia. The PLA hopes that this invasion will only take a couple of weeks."
15771,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=75,2014-12-25T03:14:00,The New Byzantine,The mutual defense pact was declined because we don't want that BUT we request to buy the Manchurian region.
15772,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=75,2014-12-25T03:15:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22905300#p22905300"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Zeyojan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22904999#p22904999"">wrote</a>:</cite>France starts to fund public Schools and the Military</div></blockquote><br/>We offer a major alliance to France.<br/>(Think a America-Britain alliance)</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>America does not agree!"
15773,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=75,2014-12-25T03:30:00,The New Imperial China,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Byzantine <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22910201#p22910201"">wrote</a>:</cite>The mutual defense pact was declined because we don't want that BUT we request to buy the Manchurian region.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>We believe that this pact will bring great benefit to both nations as they can both become great military powers in the east, and with our armies combined we could win any war against the capitalist. Think about it, then we can talk about Manchuria."
15774,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=75,2014-12-25T03:34:00,Kumbhalgarh,"America demands a meeting with all of the non communist nations of this world, and also warns soviet union that it will fall in 1 year, and 11 months."
15775,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=75,2014-12-25T03:56:00,The New Byzantine,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Imperial China <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22910265#p22910265"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The New Byzantine <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22910201#p22910201"">wrote</a>:</cite>The mutual defense pact was declined because we don't want that BUT we request to buy the Manchurian region.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>We believe that this pact will bring great benefit to both nations as they can both become great military powers in the east, and with our armies combined we could win any war against the capitalist. Think about it, then we can talk about Manchuria.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Japan doesn't care about capitalist and also the pact is denied but we request a trade agreement with Communist China IF you give us the Manchurian region.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, military exercise is finished, all of the armies are now experienced."
15776,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=75,2014-12-25T04:06:00,The New Byzantine,"Soviet Union -<span style=""color: #00FF80"">Allies (Friendly)</span><br/>China -<span style=""color: #800000"">Unfriendly</span><br/>Saudi Arabia -<span style=""color: #FF8040"">Trading Partners (Friendly)</span><br/>Brazil -<span style=""color: #00FFFF"">Indifferent</span><br/>United States -<span style=""color: #00FFFF"">Indifferent (Friendly)</span><br/>Germany -<span style=""color: #00FFFF"">Indifferent</span><br/>France -<span style=""color: #BF40FF"">Non Aggression Pact (Friendly)</span><br/>Philippines -<span style=""color: #FF8040"">Trading Partners (Very Friendly)</span><br/>New Zealand -<span style=""color: #00FFFF"">Indifferent</span><br/>United Kingdom -<span style=""color: #00FFFF"">Indifferent</span><br/>Singapore -<span style=""color: #00FFFF"">Indifferent</span><br/>India -<span style=""color: #00FF80"">Allies (Very Friendly)</span><br/>Australia -<span style=""color: #00FFFF"">Indifferent</span><br/>Indonesia -<span style=""color: #00FFFF"">Indifferent</span><br/>Turkey -<span style=""color: #00FFFF"">Indifferent</span>"
15777,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=75,2014-12-25T04:10:00,Scrinia,We request an alliance on Japan as they are an imperialist.
15778,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=75,2014-12-25T04:11:00,The New Byzantine,"<blockquote><div><cite>Scrinia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22910380#p22910380"">wrote</a>:</cite>We request an alliance on Japan as they are an imperialist.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Of course we accept as you an imperialist too!"
15779,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=75,2014-12-25T04:14:00,The New Imperial China,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Byzantine <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22910348#p22910348"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The New Imperial China <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22910265#p22910265"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>We believe that this pact will bring great benefit to both nations as they can both become great military powers in the east, and with our armies combined we could win any war against the capitalist. Think about it, then we can talk about Manchuria.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Japan doesn't care about capitalist and also the pact is denied but we request a trade agreement with Communist China IF you give us the Manchurian region.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, military exercise is finished, all of the armies are now experienced.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>An alliance and a trade agreement and we might have a deal.<br/><br/>China requests an alliance with the Soviet Union."
15780,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=75,2014-12-25T04:14:00,The New Byzantine,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22910280#p22910280"">wrote</a>:</cite>America demands a meeting with all of the non communist nations of this world, and also warns soviet union that it will fall in 1 year, and 11 months.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC: it can be alternate bro, your nation isn't a time traveler -_-"
15781,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=75,2014-12-25T04:15:00,The New Byzantine,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Imperial China <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22910391#p22910391"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The New Byzantine <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22910348#p22910348"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Japan doesn't care about capitalist and also the pact is denied but we request a trade agreement with Communist China IF you give us the Manchurian region.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, military exercise is finished, all of the armies are now experienced.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>An alliance and a trade agreement and we might have a deal.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Hmm, Japan accepts the 'alliance' and a trade agreement, now can we have the Manchurian region?"
15782,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=75,2014-12-25T04:19:00,The New Imperial China,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Byzantine <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22910348#p22910348"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The New Imperial China <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22910265#p22910265"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>We believe that this pact will bring great benefit to both nations as they can both become great military powers in the east, and with our armies combined we could win any war against the capitalist. Think about it, then we can talk about Manchuria.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Japan doesn't care about capitalist and also the pact is denied but we request a trade agreement with Communist China IF you give us the Manchurian region.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, military exercise is finished, all of the armies are now experienced.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>An alliance and a trade agreement and we might have a deal.<br/><br/>China requests an alliance with the Soviet Union.<br/><br/>Soviet Union - Very Friendly<br/>Saudi Arabia - Indifferent<br/>Brazil - Friendly<br/>United States - Hostile<br/>Germany - Unfriendly<br/>France - Unfriendly<br/>Philippines - Friendly<br/>New Zealand - Hostile<br/>United Kingdom - Hostile<br/>Singapore - Friendly<br/>India- Friendly<br/>Australia - Hostile<br/>Indonesia - Friendly<br/>Turkey - Friendly<br/>Japan- (Alliance and Trade Agreement) Indifferent"
15783,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=75,2014-12-25T04:22:00,The New Byzantine,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Imperial China <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22910404#p22910404"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The New Byzantine <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22910348#p22910348"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Japan doesn't care about capitalist and also the pact is denied but we request a trade agreement with Communist China IF you give us the Manchurian region.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, military exercise is finished, all of the armies are now experienced.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>An alliance and a trade agreement and we might have a deal.<br/><br/>China requests an alliance with the Soviet Union.<br/><br/>Soviet Union - Very Friendly<br/>Saudi Arabia - Indifferent <br/>Brazil - Friendly<br/>United States - Hostile <br/>Germany - Unfriendly<br/>France - Unfriendly<br/>Philippines - Friendly<br/>New Zealand - Hostile<br/>United Kingdom - Hostile<br/>Singapore - Friendly<br/>India- Friendly<br/>Australia - Hostile<br/>Indonesia - Friendly <br/>Turkey - Friendly<br/>Japan- Friendly</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC:Umm, we are already allies and trade agreement man"
15784,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=75,2014-12-25T04:22:00,The New Imperial China,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Byzantine <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22910395#p22910395"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The New Imperial China <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22910391#p22910391"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>An alliance and a trade agreement and we might have a deal.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Hmm, Japan accepts the 'alliance' and a trade agreement, now can we have the Manchurian region?</div></blockquote><br/><br/>China is very suspicious of Japan and denies to sell Manchuria. The Alliance is broken but the trade agreement is accepted. The Chinese military is placed on full alert<br/><br/>OCC: You do know that Japan has invaded China multiple times and has failed miserably all of those times. I'm a history nerd, so if you invade me you are going to fail."
15785,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=75,2014-12-25T04:24:00,The New Byzantine,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Imperial China <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22910414#p22910414"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The New Byzantine <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22910395#p22910395"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Hmm, Japan accepts the 'alliance' and a trade agreement, now can we have the Manchurian region?</div></blockquote><br/><br/>China is very suspicious of Japan and denies to sell Manchuria. The Alliance is broken but the trade agreement is accepted. The Chinese military is placed on full alert <br/><br/>OCC: You do know that Japan has invaded China multiple times and has failed miserably all of those times. I'm a history nerd, so if you invade me you are going to fail.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Japan is upset about the response but the trade agreement is also accept.<br/><br/>OOC: I'm also a history nerd lol, well anyways<img alt="":)"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_smile.gif"" title=""Smile""/>)))"
15786,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=75,2014-12-25T04:26:00,The New Byzantine,We invited the imperialist India to have a meeting conference about the 'Secret Plan'.
15787,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=100,2014-12-25T04:29:00,Scrinia,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Byzantine <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22910427#p22910427"">wrote</a>:</cite>We invited the imperialist India to have a meeting conference about the 'Secret Plan'. It is held on Tokyo.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The imperial President accepts the invitation of the Second Japanese Empire. All of imperialist Indian officials will come to Tokyo.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, we ask China if we can buy the Tibetan region."
15788,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=100,2014-12-25T04:30:00,Tractionisia,"The military exercise has started, all of the Philippine Army will do military exercise to experienced whats in the actual battle."
15789,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=100,2014-12-25T05:43:00,East Niphilate,The Singapore Armed Forces wishes to help facilitate the military exercise for the Philippines.<br/><br/>We wish for a trade agreement with China and choose to view America's demand for a meeting as a desperate call for support and thus ignore America
15790,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=100,2014-12-25T05:54:00,Nogay Islamic Empire,"<span style=""font-style: italic"">Turkish form, the Middle East Treaty Organization (METO), and preparing an army against the Communist Warsaw Pact</span><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">From: President Mustafa Kara Suleiman <br/>To: The Leader of Soviet Union<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">You have invaded Islamic countries, namely Afghanistan, I as chairman METO will take action ie, invaded the Crimea.</span></blockquote>"
15791,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=100,2014-12-25T06:05:00,The New Imperial China,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Byzantine <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22910423#p22910423"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The New Imperial China <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22910414#p22910414"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>China is very suspicious of Japan and denies to sell Manchuria. The Alliance is broken but the trade agreement is accepted. The Chinese military is placed on full alert <br/><br/>OCC: You do know that Japan has invaded China multiple times and has failed miserably all of those times. I'm a history nerd, so if you invade me you are going to fail.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Japan is upset about the response but the trade agreement is also accept.<br/><br/>OOC: I'm also a history nerd lol, well anyways <img alt="":)"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_smile.gif"" title=""Smile""/>)))</div></blockquote><br/>Ooc: Are you planning to invade me? Don't worry this knowledge will only be kept in OOC"
15792,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=100,2014-12-25T06:07:00,The New Byzantine,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Imperial China <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22910874#p22910874"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The New Byzantine <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22910423#p22910423"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Japan is upset about the response but the trade agreement is also accept.<br/><br/>OOC: I'm also a history nerd lol, well anyways <img alt="":)"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_smile.gif"" title=""Smile""/>)))</div></blockquote><br/>Ooc: Are you planning to invade me? Don't worry this knowledge will only be kept in OOC</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC: I think so lol and hey I think Scrinia's nation is having a trade request region lol"
15793,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=100,2014-12-25T06:10:00,Tractionisia,"<blockquote><div><cite>East Niphilate <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22910773#p22910773"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Singapore Armed Forces wishes to help facilitate the military exercise for the Philippines. </div></blockquote><br/><br/>We accept, even though that our military force is more powerful than Singapore Armed Forces.<br/><br/>And also, we want a alliance with Singapore."
15794,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=100,2014-12-25T06:11:00,The New Imperial China,"China proposes to all nations in the east: The Empire of Japan, Singapore, India, The Soviet Union, and The Philipinnes to form a cooperative international alliance. It will be called the League of Eastern Nations and part of its purpose will be to mainly keep order and peace among the nations of the East and become a strong military power against the west. We will also discuss matters of international interest and we can create international law. China awaits the response of the major Eatsern nations.<br/><br/>China proposes to Japan that there can be a territorial exchange. Manchuria for Taiwan and North Korea. Together with that we can also make an alliance"
15795,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=100,2014-12-25T06:12:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22910202#p22910202"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22905300#p22905300"">wrote</a>:</cite>We offer a major alliance to France.<br/>(Think a America-Britain alliance)</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>America does not agree!</div></blockquote><br/>We send another letter saying:<br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>Be quiet.</div></blockquote>"
15796,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=100,2014-12-25T06:13:00,The New Imperial China,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Byzantine <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22910878#p22910878"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The New Imperial China <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22910874#p22910874"">wrote</a>:</cite>Ooc: Are you planning to invade me? Don't worry this knowledge will only be kept in OOC</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC: I think so lol and hey I think Scrinia's nation is having a trade request region lol</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC: Why?<img alt="":("" src=""./images/smilies/sm_sad.gif"" title=""Sadface""/><img alt="":("" src=""./images/smilies/sm_sad.gif"" title=""Sadface""/><img alt=""&gt;:("" src=""./images/smilies/sm_angry.gif"" title=""Irked""/><img alt=""&gt;:("" src=""./images/smilies/sm_angry.gif"" title=""Irked""/>"
15797,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=100,2014-12-25T06:13:00,Scrinia,"The imperialist Indian officials has been arrived on Tokyo, apparently they are waiting for the Japanese officials in the airport.<br/><br/>Waiting for China's response about purchasing the Tibetan region.<br/><br/>An imperialist Indian propaganda has been spread one of his neighbouring countries; Nepal, Bhutan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Myanmar, and Pakistan."
15798,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=100,2014-12-25T06:14:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Imperial China <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22910404#p22910404"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The New Byzantine <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22910348#p22910348"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Japan doesn't care about capitalist and also the pact is denied but we request a trade agreement with Communist China IF you give us the Manchurian region.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, military exercise is finished, all of the armies are now experienced.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>An alliance and a trade agreement and we might have a deal.<br/><br/>China requests an alliance with the Soviet Union.<br/><br/>Soviet Union - Very Friendly<br/>Saudi Arabia - Indifferent <br/>Brazil - Friendly<br/>United States - Hostile <br/>Germany - Unfriendly<br/>France - Unfriendly<br/>Philippines - Friendly<br/>New Zealand - Hostile<br/>United Kingdom - Hostile<br/>Singapore - Friendly<br/>India- Friendly<br/>Australia - Hostile<br/>Indonesia - Friendly <br/>Turkey - Friendly<br/>Japan- (Alliance and Trade Agreement) Indifferent</div></blockquote><br/>We accept."
15799,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=100,2014-12-25T06:15:00,The New Byzantine,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Imperial China <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22910907#p22910907"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The New Byzantine <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22910878#p22910878"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>OOC: I think so lol and hey I think Scrinia's nation is having a trade request region lol</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC: Why? <img alt="":("" src=""./images/smilies/sm_sad.gif"" title=""Sadface""/> <img alt="":("" src=""./images/smilies/sm_sad.gif"" title=""Sadface""/> <img alt=""&gt;:("" src=""./images/smilies/sm_angry.gif"" title=""Irked""/> <img alt=""&gt;:("" src=""./images/smilies/sm_angry.gif"" title=""Irked""/></div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC: Jk but time will come imperial china lol<img alt=""8)"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_cool.gif"" title=""Cool""/><br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>The New Imperial China wrote:</cite>China proposes to all nations in the east: The Empire of Japan, Singapore, India, The Soviet Union, and The Philipinnes to form a cooperative international alliance. It will be called the League of Eastern Nations and part of its purpose will be to mainly keep order and peace among the nations of the East and become a strong military power against the west. We will also discuss matters of international interest and we can create international law. China awaits the response of the major Eatsern nations.<br/><br/>China proposes to Japan that there can be a territorial exchange. Manchuria for Taiwan and North Korea. Together with that we can also make an alliance</div></blockquote><br/><br/>No, Japan declines to be ally with you and doesn't want to give you North Korea (staging battleground) for Manchuria because that region is already one of Japan's staging battleground and the borders will be overlapped."
15800,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=100,2014-12-25T06:16:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nogay Islamic Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22910834#p22910834"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-style: italic"">Turkish form, the Middle East Treaty Organization (METO), and preparing an army against the Communist Warsaw Pact</span><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">From: President Mustafa Kara Suleiman <br/>To: The Leader of Soviet Union<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">You have invaded Islamic countries, namely Afghanistan, I as chairman METO will take action ie, invaded the Crimea.</span></blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Turkey<br/>From: Union of Soviet Sovereign Republics<br/><br/>Good afternoon.<br/>Invade the Crimea and we will fight back. We have recently expanded into Poland, Bulgaria, and Romania, and have made the citizens there happier than they were before. We would have done the same with Afghanistan.</blockquote>"
15801,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=100,2014-12-25T06:17:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Imperial China <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22910895#p22910895"">wrote</a>:</cite>China proposes to all nations in the east: The Empire of Japan, Singapore, India, The Soviet Union, and The Philipinnes to form a cooperative international alliance. It will be called the League of Eastern Nations and part of its purpose will be to mainly keep order and peace among the nations of the East and become a strong military power against the west. We will also discuss matters of international interest and we can create international law. China awaits the response of the major Eatsern nations.<br/><br/>China proposes to Japan that there can be a territorial exchange. Manchuria for Taiwan and North Korea. Together with that we can also make an alliance</div></blockquote><br/>We accept."
15802,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=100,2014-12-25T06:21:00,The New Byzantine,"<blockquote><div><cite>Scrinia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22910911#p22910911"">wrote</a>:</cite>The imperialist Indian officials has been arrived on Tokyo, apparently they are waiting for the Japanese officials in the airport.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Japanese officials saw the imperialist Indian officials on outside of the airport and Emperor Akihito saw the imperial President of India saying, ""Hello, the greatful imperial President!"" and then Akihito handshaked the president and after that, we proceed to the Conference."
15803,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=100,2014-12-25T06:23:00,Tractionisia,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Imperial China <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22910895#p22910895"">wrote</a>:</cite>China proposes to all nations in the east: The Empire of Japan, Singapore, India, The Soviet Union, and The Philipinnes to form a cooperative international alliance. It will be called the League of Eastern Nations and part of its purpose will be to mainly keep order and peace among the nations of the East and become a strong military power against the west. We will also discuss matters of international interest and we can create international law. China awaits the response of the major Eatsern nations.<br/><br/>China proposes to Japan that there can be a territorial exchange. Manchuria for Taiwan and North Korea. Together with that we can also make an alliance</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Philippines strongly disagree about the international alliance with China because they are strongly-communist nation."
15804,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=100,2014-12-25T06:26:00,Scrinia,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Byzantine <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22910954#p22910954"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Scrinia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22910911#p22910911"">wrote</a>:</cite>The imperialist Indian officials has been arrived on Tokyo, apparently they are waiting for the Japanese officials in the airport.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Japanese officials saw the imperialist Indian officials on outside of the airport and Emperor Akihito saw the imperial President of India saying, ""Hello, the greatful imperial President!"" and then Akihito handshaked the president and after that, we proceed to the Conference.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The imperialist Indian officials sit down on their seat and imperial President Ramaswamy asked to Emperor Akihito, ""So, Emperor, what would be our discussion today?""<br/><br/>Meanwhile, Bangladesh fell into the imperialist Indian propaganda and decided to join the Imperial Republic because there is a vision that India will become a superpower soon.<br/><br/>[REGION ADDED]<br/>Bangladesh"
15805,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=100,2014-12-25T06:30:00,The New Byzantine,"<blockquote><div><cite>Scrinia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22910984#p22910984"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The New Byzantine <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22910954#p22910954"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Japanese officials saw the imperialist Indian officials on outside of the airport and Emperor Akihito saw the imperial President of India saying, ""Hello, the greatful imperial President!"" and then Akihito handshaked the president and after that, we proceed to the Conference.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The imperialist Indian officials sit down on their seat and imperial President Ramaswamy asked to Emperor Akihito, ""So, Emperor, what would be our discussion today?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Emperor Akihito said, ""We're talking about the Secret Plan, well, we are goddamn have a trade agreement with the Communist China and allied with the Soviet Union well here is going to happen, first we will both declare war on China and we will sacked that nation into half! And then I will invade Mongolia and you will invade Persia and after that we will invade the Soviet Union! You will invade the Soviet Central Asian region and I will invade the Soviet Far East region, is that a good plan, imperial President?"""
15806,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=100,2014-12-25T06:31:00,The New Imperial China,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Beijing</span><br/><br/>Anti-communist protests have erupted in Beijing and Shaghai. The protests are being leaded by the presidents brother, who goes by the same name. Currently they want to take down the communist government in order to restore a new Imperial China, based on the old dynasties. Currently the MSS is investigating Xi ""Red Dragon"" Ling (brother of the president).<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Mongolia</span><br/><br/>Chinese troops have lid siege against the capital city of Mongolia, Ulaanbaatar. The Mongolian government has officially annexed the region."
15807,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=100,2014-12-25T06:32:00,East Niphilate,We accept this alliance with the Philippines.
15808,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=100,2014-12-25T06:33:00,Scrinia,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Byzantine <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22911009#p22911009"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Scrinia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22910984#p22910984"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>The imperialist Indian officials sit down on their seat and imperial President Ramaswamy asked to Emperor Akihito, ""So, Emperor, what would be our discussion today?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Emperor Akihito said, ""We're talking about the Secret Plan, well, we are goddamn have a trade agreement with the Communist China and allied with the Soviet Union well here is going to happen, first we will both declare war on China and we will sacked that nation into half! And then I will invade Mongolia and you will invade Persia and after that we will invade the Soviet Union! You will invade the Soviet Central Asian region and I will invade the Soviet Far East region, is that a good plan, imperial President?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>President Ramaswamy said, ""That would might be a risky plan, Mr Emperor but I agree to your plan! But first, I will restore lands of the Indian Empire and we will do the Secret Plan, is that okay?"""
15809,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=100,2014-12-25T06:35:00,The New Byzantine,"<blockquote><div><cite>Scrinia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22911022#p22911022"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The New Byzantine <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22911009#p22911009"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Emperor Akihito said, ""We're talking about the Secret Plan, well, we are goddamn have a trade agreement with the Communist China and allied with the Soviet Union well here is going to happen, first we will both declare war on China and we will sacked that nation into half! And then I will invade Mongolia and you will invade Persia and after that we will invade the Soviet Union! You will invade the Soviet Central Asian region and I will invade the Soviet Far East region, is that a good plan, imperial President?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>President Ramaswamy said, ""That would might be a risky plan, Mr Emperor but I agree to your plan! But first, I will restore lands of the Indian Empire and we will do the Secret Plan, is that okay?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Emperor Akihito said, ""Alright! The deal is accepted, thank you for the participation, imperial President, a new world order awaits! You all can leave now and have a safe flight!"""
15810,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=100,2014-12-25T06:39:00,Scrinia,"The imperialist Indian officials thanked the invitation of the conference and leave Tokyo.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bangladesh</span><br/>Decent Indian forces has arrived on Bangladesh, the Bengal flag has been lowered on the flagpole and replaced it with an Indian flag, the people on Bangladesh is not happy about the Indian occupation in Bangladesh and the Bengal government turned into a Indian governor's house. I guess the Land of the Bengals are ceased to exist eh?"
15811,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=100,2014-12-25T07:02:00,Kumbhalgarh,"America condemns India's agression towards Bangladesh, but also requests India to stop leaning towards Communism. America has also moved a nuclear missile in the Artic Sea which is targeting Moscow."
15812,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=125,2014-12-25T07:06:00,Scrinia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22911190#p22911190"">wrote</a>:</cite>America condemns India's agression towards Bangladesh, but also requests India to stop leaning towards Communism. America has also moved a nuclear missile in the Artic Sea which is targeting Moscow.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>MESSAGE TO USA<br/><br/>Dear US,<br/>Bangladesh is the one who joined our imperial Republic, we do not condemn aggression towards on our neighbours and we are not communism, we are imperial Republic and also stop intervening what is happenings on every nation. Thank you.<br/><br/>- President Ramaswamy.<br/><br/>--<br/><br/>India declares the United States as<span style=""color: #800000"">UNFRIENDLY</span>."
15813,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=125,2014-12-25T07:39:00,Kumbhalgarh,"America reminds India, that it is right now a poor, ragtag Nation. It depends on the west for all of its economical needs, and its army is using old weapons. India has no choice but to maintain friendly relations with u.S<br/><br/><br/>OOC: If you don't friend us, youre economy will go down."
15814,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=125,2014-12-25T07:52:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22911373#p22911373"">wrote</a>:</cite>America reminds India, that it is right now a poor, ragtag Nation. It depends on the west for all of its economical needs, and its army is using old weapons. India has no choice but to maintain friendly relations with u.S<br/><br/><br/>OOC: If you don't friend us, youre economy will go down.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: Hahaahhaha. Other weapon suppliers. Fun fact, the west depends on the east for cheap labour. Also, launch that missile at Moscow, and the eastern seaboard will be nuked."
15815,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=125,2014-12-25T07:55:00,Scrinia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22911373#p22911373"">wrote</a>:</cite>America reminds India, that it is right now a poor, ragtag Nation. It depends on the west for all of its economical needs, and its army is using old weapons. India has no choice but to maintain friendly relations with u.S<br/><br/><br/>OOC: If you don't friend us, youre economy will go down.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC: Lol, India is powerful under the rule of President Ramaswamy because he has a powerful female prime minister name Indah Gandhi<img alt="":p"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_tongue.gif"" title=""Razz""/>"
15816,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=125,2014-12-25T08:00:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"BREAKING NEWS:<br/>Mikhail Gorbachev has resigned, leaving the Union to Vladimir Volkovv. He has started rebuilding the Red Army, Red Navy, and Red Air Force.<br/>RED ARMY<br/>20,000 Tanks<br/>2,000 Armoured Vehicles<br/>400,000 Active Troops<br/>1,000,000 Reserve Troops<br/>RED NAVY<br/>4 Aircraft Carriers<br/>200 Battleships<br/>250 Destroyers<br/>55 Submarines<br/>100,000 Active Seamen<br/>150,000 Reserve Seamen<br/>RED AIR FORCE<br/>2,000 Fighter Jets<br/>1,000 Bombers<br/>4 Aircraft Carriers<br/>1,200 Attack Helicopters<br/>100,000 Active Airmen<br/>150,000 Reserve Airmen"
15817,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=125,2014-12-25T08:04:00,East Niphilate,"Singapore acknowledges the new leader of the Soviet Union and wishes to work with him, starting with the proposal of a trade agreement and a non-aggression pact."
15818,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=125,2014-12-25T08:08:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>East Niphilate <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22911547#p22911547"">wrote</a>:</cite>Singapore acknowledges the new leader of the Soviet Union and wishes to work with him, starting with the proposal of a trade agreement and a non-aggression pact.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>America halts Singapore, and asks it to join the American union Instead."
15819,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=125,2014-12-25T08:12:00,Bendicion,Australia starts making mines for minerals in which they will sell to the world market.
15820,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=125,2014-12-25T08:14:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>East Niphilate <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22911547#p22911547"">wrote</a>:</cite>Singapore acknowledges the new leader of the Soviet Union and wishes to work with him, starting with the proposal of a trade agreement and a non-aggression pact.</div></blockquote><br/>We agree."
15821,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=125,2014-12-25T08:15:00,Zhenos,"In Indonesia, the national military began an extensive military buildup program, fearful of a resurgent and militistic Philippines."
15822,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=125,2014-12-25T08:22:00,Bendicion,"Bauxite,Diamond,Iron,Coal,Zinc and Copper mines are being established,Huge Uranium deposits have also been discovered in Norther Territory.<br/>The Republic of Australia will then sell it to the world market.<br/><br/>For other news,Soccer has been made the international sport and the governmemt has appropriated $400M to start a national airline and shipment carrier<br/><br/>Manufacturing plants are also under construction"
15823,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=125,2014-12-25T08:28:00,Zhenos,"Indonesia wishes to buy stockpile of uranium from Australia, and send a secret envoy to secure the deal. We will pay cold hard cash for it."
15824,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=125,2014-12-25T08:30:00,Badassistanian,"Saudi Arabia invades omen, with 50,000 troops we begin to pummel there defensive on the border. This attack is made in the name of Allah ."
15825,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=125,2014-12-25T08:35:00,Bendicion,"The Uranium mines will still have to be constructed.The deposit is projected to hold 80 Million tons of uranium<br/><br/>Manufacturing plants start making bauxite to aluminum,which is then sent to Airplane manufacturers to make airliners for the Australia Air Ways.<br/><br/>The Australian government is also starting to encourage enginnering courses to supplement the making of own Australian car designs and military planes.<br/><br/>The Barrier Reef is now being made as an ecological tourist spot,ships could send tourists on a 2 hour view across the Reef.<br/><br/>The Military is currenrly enforcing a 2 year draft,it now has 80,000 active troops with 500,000 reserves.The military engineering tech is also coming up with MBT designs."
15826,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=125,2014-12-25T08:48:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bendicion <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22911741#p22911741"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Uranium mines will still have to be constructed.The deposit is projected to hold 80 Million tons of uranium<br/><br/>Manufacturing plants start making bauxite to aluminum,which is then sent to Airplane manufacturers to make airliners for the Australia Air Ways.<br/><br/>The Australian government is also starting to encourage enginnering courses to supplement the making of own Australian car designs and military planes.<br/><br/>The Barrier Reef is now being made as an ecological tourist spot,ships could send tourists on a 2 hour view across the Reef.<br/><br/>The Military is currenrly enforcing a 2 year draft,it now has 80,000 active troops with 500,000 reserves.The military engineering tech is also coming up with MBT designs.</div></blockquote><br/>We support Australia, and ask for Australian Airways to fly to Moscow."
15827,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=125,2014-12-25T08:52:00,Bendicion,"Australian Airways(AA) could not fly all the way to Moscow,the Airline doesn't have the needed planes to fly over 9,600 km.The AA could perhaps fly to Indonesian,New Zealand,japan and Philippine Airports.The AA currently has 12 McDonnelDouglas MD-81's and are trying to make own plane designs."
15828,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=125,2014-12-25T08:53:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bendicion <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22911865#p22911865"">wrote</a>:</cite>Australian Airways(AA) could not fly all the way to Moscow,the Airline doesn't have the needed planes to fly over 9,600 km.The AA could perhaps fly to Indonesian,New Zealand,japan and Philippine Airports.The AA currently has 12 McDonnelDouglas MD-81's and are trying to make own plane designs.</div></blockquote><br/>We say they could stopover."
15829,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=125,2014-12-25T08:57:00,Bendicion,The Australian government starts negotiations with the Japanese government for posible stopover flights to Moscow.<br/><br/>Uranium mines now start operations.<br/><br/>OOC:LATER!
15830,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=125,2014-12-25T09:09:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22911717#p22911717"">wrote</a>:</cite>Saudi Arabia invades omen, with 50,000 troops we begin to pummel there defensive on the border. This attack is made in the name of Allah .</div></blockquote><br/>\<br/><br/>Saudi, Its 1990. Omen has an army more than 200,000 in size. You'll get rekt."
15831,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=125,2014-12-25T09:15:00,Kumbhalgarh,"America decides to ally soviet union, and requests a peace treaty."
15832,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=125,2014-12-25T09:25:00,The New Imperial China,"OOC: First I'd like to say that more than 200 battleships is extremely unrealistic, not even the U.S. could afford that. Second, where are you going to put them all? It's not like Russia has a port in every single coastline. Plus the cost to maintain and operate a battleship is very high, that is why they discontinued the great majority after World War 2. And third well, they are unrealistic. And I know it's alternate history, but lest keep the realism in the numbers, ok?<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Beijing</span><br/><br/>An army of rebels, some of them PLA soldiers have stormed the capital and killed the president. The ""Red Dragon"" has declared the new Ling dynasty and has declared China, the Empire of New China. He has also renamed the army to the Imperial Chinese Army or ICA. He now whishes to form an alliance of Empires and invites the Empires around the world to meet him in Beijing to celebrate the formation of a new Empire"
15833,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=125,2014-12-25T09:34:00,The New Byzantine,We take a note about Soviet Union's new leader and the new empire that emerge in China.
15834,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=125,2014-12-25T09:36:00,Kumbhalgarh,"I demand that Saudi Arabia stop conquering entire nations in one post. That too with only 50,000 soldiers. I mean its 1990 all nations have more than 100k men."
15835,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=125,2014-12-25T09:40:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Imperial China <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22912082#p22912082"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: First I'd like to say that more than 200 battleships is extremely unrealistic, not even the U.S. could afford that. Second, where are you going to put them all? It's not like Russia has a port in every single coastline. Plus the cost to maintain and operate a battleship is very high, that is why they discontinued the great majority after World War 2. And third well, they are unrealistic. And I know it's alternate history, but lest keep the realism in the numbers, ok?<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Beijing</span><br/><br/>An army of rebels, some of them PLA soldiers have stormed the capital and killed the president. The ""Red Dragon"" has declared the new Ling dynasty and has declared China, the Empire of New China. He has also renamed the army to the Imperial Chinese Army or ICA. He now whishes to form an alliance of Empires and invites the Empires around the world to meet him in Beijing to celebrate the formation of a new Empire</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: What should I cut it down to?<br/>IC:<br/>KGB agents are given a mission:Reinstall the PRC."
15836,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=125,2014-12-25T09:41:00,Scrinia,"Nepal, Bhutan and Sri Lanka has been fell on the India's imperialism propaganda and this three countries have no choice but to join the imperial republic.<br/><br/>And also, we ask China if we can purchase the Tibetan Autonomous Region.<br/><br/>[REGION ADDED]<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Nepal</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Sri Lanka</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bhutan</span>"
15837,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=150,2014-12-25T09:43:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Scrinia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22912175#p22912175"">wrote</a>:</cite>Nepal, Bhutan and Sri Lanka has been fell on the India's imperialism propaganda and this three countries have no choice but to join the imperial republic.<br/><br/>And also, we ask China if we can purchase the Tibetan Autonomous Region.<br/><br/>[REGION ADDED]<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Nepal</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Sri Lanka</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bhutan</span></div></blockquote><br/><br/>NO WAY. You can't add Nepal, Bhutan, and Sri lanka without Britian beating the shit out of you. Also Nepal has an army. Sri lanka has an army, and bhutan has a small army. On top of that Nepal is favored by Britian. You cannot take 3 nations over in one post without even roleplaying it out, and also Britian's way stronger than you."
15838,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=150,2014-12-25T09:46:00,Kumbhalgarh,"And also there poverty, lack of money, inflamation, and not to mention India would not attack this nations. Because it has a bigger threat inside. Poverty, Maoists, and other terrorists are also a big threat. You neeed to think about that."
15839,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=150,2014-12-25T09:47:00,Tractionisia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22912187#p22912187"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Scrinia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22912175#p22912175"">wrote</a>:</cite>Nepal, Bhutan and Sri Lanka has been fell on the India's imperialism propaganda and this three countries have no choice but to join the imperial republic.<br/><br/>And also, we ask China if we can purchase the Tibetan Autonomous Region.<br/><br/>[REGION ADDED]<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Nepal</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Sri Lanka</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bhutan</span></div></blockquote><br/><br/>NO WAY. You can't add Nepal, Bhutan, and Sri lanka without Britian beating the shit out of you. Also Nepal has an army. Sri lanka has an army, and bhutan has a small army. On top of that Nepal is favored by Britian. You cannot take 3 nations over in one post without even roleplaying it out, and also Britian's way stronger than you.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC: Well there is a possibility that they can add the nation due to they are small nation as I was just saying this three countries 'joined' because of propaganda and also there is no Britain occupying that region. Just helping my buddy Scrinia here"
15840,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=150,2014-12-25T09:49:00,Kumbhalgarh,Dude. India would never attack Nepal. They don't have the economy to attack 3 countries at once. India would never become powerful enough fort hat.
15841,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=150,2014-12-25T09:49:00,Tractionisia,Philippines takes note about this new and imperialistic China. We request a trade agreement to the Indian Imperial Republic.
15842,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=150,2014-12-25T09:51:00,Kumbhalgarh,"I THEREBY IGNORE THAT INDIA HAS CAPTURED BHUTAN SRI LANKA, AND NEPAL. I ALSO IGNORE ALL OF SAUDI'S ARABIS CONQUESTS."
15843,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=150,2014-12-25T09:52:00,Tractionisia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22912216#p22912216"">wrote</a>:</cite>Dude. India would never attack Nepal. They don't have the economy to attack 3 countries at once. India would never become powerful enough fort hat.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Well India is following the British Raj system and idk why ze hell are u complaining anyways back to IC"
15844,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=150,2014-12-25T09:52:00,Zeyojan,France starts to build up their military just in case war happens.
15845,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=150,2014-12-25T09:52:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"The Soviet Union mobilises its forces and invades Eastern Finland with 75,000 troops. Fighter jets also bomb Helsinki."
15846,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=150,2014-12-25T09:52:00,Zhenos,"Lol, this is ruined."
15847,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=150,2014-12-25T09:53:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Zeyojan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22912237#p22912237"">wrote</a>:</cite>France starts to build up their military just in case war happens.</div></blockquote><br/>We offer a big alliance to France."
15848,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=150,2014-12-25T09:53:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Tractionisia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22912233#p22912233"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22912216#p22912216"">wrote</a>:</cite>Dude. India would never attack Nepal. They don't have the economy to attack 3 countries at once. India would never become powerful enough fort hat.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Well India is following the British Raj system and idk why ze hell are u complaining anyways back to IC</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/><br/>Because Saudi Thinks that 50k troops is enough to conquer an entire nation, and also India's new ""Additions"" are complete shit. Nepal, Srilanka, and Bhutan are all commonwealth."
15849,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=150,2014-12-25T09:53:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Zhenos <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22912240#p22912240"">wrote</a>:</cite>Lol, this is ruined.</div></blockquote><br/>I'm about to step in."
15850,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=150,2014-12-25T09:54:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"ALL OF YOU. SRI LANKA, NEPAL, AND BHUTAN, ARE NOT CONQUERED. AMERICA, PLEASE, STOP FIGHTING."
15851,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=150,2014-12-25T09:55:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22912254#p22912254"">wrote</a>:</cite>ALL OF YOU. SRI LANKA, NEPAL, AND BHUTAN, ARE NOT CONQUERED. AMERICA, PLEASE, STOP FIGHTING.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>How could I not fight? It irks that people think that they can conquer<span style=""font-size: 300%; line-height: 116%;""> 3</span>nations in one post."
15852,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=150,2014-12-25T09:56:00,Aglium,Brazil wishes to have a trading alliance with China.
15853,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=150,2014-12-25T09:56:00,Gruneles,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22912262#p22912262"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22912254#p22912254"">wrote</a>:</cite>ALL OF YOU. SRI LANKA, NEPAL, AND BHUTAN, ARE NOT CONQUERED. AMERICA, PLEASE, STOP FIGHTING.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>How could I not fight? It irks that people think that they can conquer<span style=""font-size: 300%; line-height: 116%;""> 3</span> nations in post.</div></blockquote><br/>Im on a alt.<br/>I have reversed that, therefore, no need to fight now."
15854,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=150,2014-12-25T09:57:00,Kumbhalgarh,"I have 1 more concern. Saudi Arabia has been conquering the entire Middle east, and with less than 100k soldiers every attack."
15855,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=150,2014-12-25T09:58:00,Zeyojan,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22912241#p22912241"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Zeyojan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22912237#p22912237"">wrote</a>:</cite>France starts to build up their military just in case war happens.</div></blockquote><br/>We offer a big alliance to France.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>France Agrees."
15856,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=150,2014-12-25T09:58:00,Scrinia,then forget the conquest on those three nations but I already conquered Bangladesh ans PLZ CAN WE STOP ARGUING THIS IS JUST AN RP ANYWAYS BACK TO FACKING IC
15857,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=150,2014-12-25T09:59:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Scrinia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22912282#p22912282"">wrote</a>:</cite>then forget the conquest on those three nations but I already conquered Bangladesh ans PLZ CAN WE STOP ARGUING THIS IS JUST AN RP ANYWAYS BACK TO FACKING IC</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>If someone has a problem, listen to it, and also if u attack bangladesh Pakistan attack u."
15858,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=150,2014-12-25T10:00:00,Kumbhalgarh,"America send a huge alliance to soviet union and france, and wants to make a triple alliance."
15859,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=150,2014-12-25T10:01:00,The New Byzantine,"Japan declares China as<span style=""color: #BF0000"">HOSTILE</span>due to become a stupid and foolish imperialist."
15860,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=150,2014-12-25T10:01:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Byzantine <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22912301#p22912301"">wrote</a>:</cite>Japan declares China as <span style=""color: #BF0000"">HOSTILE</span> due to become a stupid and foolish imperialist.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>Hey japan lets ally.!"
15861,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=150,2014-12-25T10:03:00,The New Byzantine,"lol argue everywhere and America your not a superhero nation u should shut the fuck up<img alt="":eyebrow:"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_eyebrow.gif"" title=""What?""/><img alt="":eyebrow:"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_eyebrow.gif"" title=""What?""/>"
15862,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=175,2014-12-25T10:04:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Byzantine <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22912314#p22912314"">wrote</a>:</cite>lol argue everywhere and America your not a superhero nation u should shut the fuck up <img alt="":eyebrow:"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_eyebrow.gif"" title=""What?""/> <img alt="":eyebrow:"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_eyebrow.gif"" title=""What?""/></div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>I am stronger than you, by lets see, 10 times?"
15863,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=175,2014-12-25T10:19:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"We agree to the US's alliance.<br/><br/>Finland has been conquered, with heavy losses sadly."
15864,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=175,2014-12-25T11:15:00,Sereina,New Zealand will fight alongside with Britain and the U.S.A if support is needed.
15865,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=175,2014-12-25T11:33:00,The New Imperial China,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22912173#p22912173"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The New Imperial China <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22912082#p22912082"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: First I'd like to say that more than 200 battleships is extremely unrealistic, not even the U.S. could afford that. Second, where are you going to put them all? It's not like Russia has a port in every single coastline. Plus the cost to maintain and operate a battleship is very high, that is why they discontinued the great majority after World War 2. And third well, they are unrealistic. And I know it's alternate history, but lest keep the realism in the numbers, ok?<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Beijing</span><br/><br/>An army of rebels, some of them PLA soldiers have stormed the capital and killed the president. The ""Red Dragon"" has declared the new Ling dynasty and has declared China, the Empire of New China. He has also renamed the army to the Imperial Chinese Army or ICA. He now whishes to form an alliance of Empires and invites the Empires around the world to meet him in Beijing to celebrate the formation of a new Empire</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: What should I cut it down to?<br/>IC:<br/>KGB agents are given a mission:Reinstall the PRC.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC: most probably, like between 20 and 40. Having more than that, I believe would be very unrealistic. Anyway, if anyone needs more info in war history, you can ask me.<br/><br/>IC:<br/><br/>Emperor Ling has made an official statement that they still are friendly towards the Soviet Union and maintain almost the same ideals.<br/><br/>China overview:<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Manpower</span><br/>Total population: 1,349,585,838<br/>Available manpower: 749,610,775<br/>Active military personnel: 3,456,145<br/>Reserve military personnel: 2,566,788<br/>Fit for service: 618,588,627<br/>Reaching military age annually: 19,538,534<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Land Systems</span><br/><br/>Tanks: 10,455<br/>Armored fighting vehicles: 6,755<br/>Self-propelled guns: 2,400<br/>Towed-artillery: 6,246<br/>Multiple-launch rocket systems: 2,770<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Air Power</span><br/><br/>Fighters/interceptors: 2,456<br/>Fixed-winged attack aircraft: 856<br/>Transport aircraft: 995<br/>Trainer aircraft: 380<br/>Helicopters: 2,455<br/>Attack helicopters: 677<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Naval Powe</span><br/><br/>Aircraft carriers: 10<br/>Frigates: 54<br/>Destroyers: 36<br/>Corvettes: 23<br/>Coastal defense craft: 453<br/>Mine warfare: 212<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Resources (Petroleum)</span><br/><br/>Oil production: 4,075,000 bbl/day<br/>Proven Oil reserves: 25,580,000,000 bbl/day<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Logistical</span><br/><br/>Labor force: 798,500,000<br/>Merchant marine strength: 2,030<br/>Major ports and terminals: 15<br/>Serviceable airports: 507<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Financial</span><br/><br/>Defense budget: $126,000,000,000<br/>Reserves of foreign exchange and gold: $3,341,000,000,000"
15866,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=175,2014-12-25T11:40:00,The New Imperial China,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Byzantine <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22912301#p22912301"">wrote</a>:</cite>Japan declares China as <span style=""color: #BF0000"">HOSTILE</span> due to become a stupid and foolish imperialist.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Dude seriously? That's a very dumb and unrealistic, no nation will declare a status of hostile towards another nation just because they are ""stupid and foolish imperialists"". It's like the US saying ""Russia I hate you because you guys are dumb and stupid communist bastard. America! Bacon! Fuck yeah!"" And can everyone please get realistic, this IC is getting really unrealistic. And Japan if you keep doing that, I'm going to ignore your posts"
15867,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=175,2014-12-25T11:42:00,Kumbhalgarh,"China, you don't have 1.4 billiion billion."
15868,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=175,2014-12-25T11:50:00,Togeria,"Germany after much preparation begins an assault on Czech Rep. The enemy has been weary of Germany, but did not expect such aggression from the country. This has lead to a war between the two countries, as such Germany has sent a proposal to Austria to get annexed. Germany is currently winning the war, with only 3,400 casualties."
15869,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=175,2014-12-25T11:52:00,The New Byzantine,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Imperial China <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22912928#p22912928"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The New Byzantine <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22912301#p22912301"">wrote</a>:</cite>Japan declares China as <span style=""color: #BF0000"">HOSTILE</span> due to become a stupid and foolish imperialist.</div></blockquote><br/> <br/>Dude seriously? That's a very dumb and unrealistic, no nation will declare a status of hostile towards another nation just because they are ""stupid and foolish imperialists"". It's like the US saying ""Russia I hate you because you guys are dumb and stupid communist bastard. America! Bacon! Fuck yeah!"" And can everyone please get realistic, this IC is getting really unrealistic. And Japan if you keep doing that, I'm going to ignore your posts</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Lol that's an just an expression but the thing is, your growing stronger and you might invade Korea"
15870,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=175,2014-12-25T11:52:00,The New Imperial China,"China accepts the trade agreement with Brazil. China also offers a mutual defense pact.<br/><br/>The Minister of Defense, Kwon Yingpei has announced in a press conference that China will begin the Annual Military Practice and Trainig Exercise (AMPTE). 700,000 soldiers, 135 tanks, 233 AFV's, and 45 helicopters will participate in the exercise. He has also invited the Soviet Union, Japan and Brazil to participate in the AMPTE."
15871,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=175,2014-12-25T11:53:00,The New Imperial China,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22912940#p22912940"">wrote</a>:</cite>China, you don't have 1.4 billiion billion.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OCC: 1.4 billion what?"
15872,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=175,2014-12-25T11:55:00,The New Imperial China,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Byzantine <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22912985#p22912985"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The New Imperial China <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22912928#p22912928"">wrote</a>:</cite> <br/>Dude seriously? That's a very dumb and unrealistic, no nation will declare a status of hostile towards another nation just because they are ""stupid and foolish imperialists"". It's like the US saying ""Russia I hate you because you guys are dumb and stupid communist bastard. America! Bacon! Fuck yeah!"" And can everyone please get realistic, this IC is getting really unrealistic. And Japan if you keep doing that, I'm going to ignore your posts</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Lol that's an just an expression but the thing is, your growing stronger and you might invade Korea</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC: Why would I invade Korea? If you have Korea, you can keep it. I don't want it<img alt="":)"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_smile.gif"" title=""Smile""/>"
15873,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=175,2014-12-25T11:56:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Imperial China <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22912994#p22912994"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22912940#p22912940"">wrote</a>:</cite>China, you don't have 1.4 billiion billion.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OCC: 1.4 billion what?</div></blockquote><br/>Probably soldiers."
15874,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=175,2014-12-25T11:56:00,Scrinia,"India declares war on his neighbouring countries; Nepal, Bhutan, Sri Lanka, Myanmar, and Pakistan.<br/><br/>The Indian Imperial Armed Forces (IIAF) in Bangladesh is now marching to the capital of Myanmar; Naypyidaw, the battle has been occurred there when Myanmar's forces intercept the army, well, that's gotta be a bloody battle.<br/><br/>The recruitment for the IIAF has started in New Delhi."
15875,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=175,2014-12-25T11:58:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Scrinia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22913009#p22913009"">wrote</a>:</cite>India declares war on his neighbouring countries; Nepal, Bhutan, Sri Lanka, Myanmar, and Pakistan.<br/><br/>The Indian Imperial Armed Forces (IIAF) in Bangladesh is now marching to the capital of Myanmar; Naypyidaw, the battle has been occurred there when Myanmar's forces intercept the army, well, that's gotta be a bloody battle. <br/><br/>The recruitment for the IIAF has started in New Delhi.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC:War with Pakistan isn't wise, they're the most capable to stop you, and with support with the other countries it be very difficult. Not only that with Nepal they have the perfect defense, the mountains. That's very unwise, because at this point the only thing your depending on is numbers."
15876,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=175,2014-12-25T11:58:00,Sereina,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22913008#p22913008"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The New Imperial China <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22912994#p22912994"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>OCC: 1.4 billion what?</div></blockquote><br/>Probably soldiers.</div></blockquote><br/>1.4 billion people..."
15877,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=175,2014-12-25T11:59:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Imperial China <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22913004#p22913004"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The New Byzantine <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22912985#p22912985"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Lol that's an just an expression but the thing is, your growing stronger and you might invade Korea</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC: Why would I invade Korea? If you have Korea, you can keep it. I don't want it <img alt="":)"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_smile.gif"" title=""Smile""/></div></blockquote><br/>OOC: nobody cares about what Germany's doing T-T it's all good doe. Hail the democratic reich."
15878,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=175,2014-12-25T12:06:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Sereina <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22913022#p22913022"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22913008#p22913008"">wrote</a>:</cite>Probably soldiers.</div></blockquote><br/>1.4 billion people...</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: they had 1.1 billion."
15879,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=175,2014-12-25T13:31:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,We declare our support for Germany. KGB agents are dispatched across the Sino-Soviet border to reinstall the PRC.
15880,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=175,2014-12-25T13:47:00,The New Imperial China,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Beijing</span><br/><br/>Today at 2:00pm, police officials have found the Emperor Xi Ling dead in his quarters. The whole population celebrate his death and greet the new Premier, Liang Yingpei. Yingpei, brother of General Kwon Yingpei, was the prime minister of the antique people's republic of China until he was kicked out by the Emperor. He and other government officials seemed help from the Soviet Union and the KGB in order to restore the PRC. His first act was to eliminate the Office of The Head of State and has declared that this office will be replaced with The Office of the Premier. He has also announced the creation of multiple security and intelligence agencies. He also announces that the region of Manchuria will be sold to Japan for $145 billion. And the region of Tibet will be sold to India for the same price. He also added that the nations that purchase these lands must ally themselves with the People's Republic of China and must also sign non-aggression pacts."
15881,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=175,2014-12-25T14:47:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,The Soviets celebrate.
15882,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=175,2014-12-25T14:51:00,Nogay Islamic Empire,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Middle East Treaty Organzation, Istanbul</span><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.mobygames.com/images/portraits/large/975104058-00.jpg""/><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">President Kara Mustafa Suleiman</span></span></span><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Soviet troops had invaded our brothers, namely Afghanistan, I as President Republic Turkish and Chairman METO, I will take action to invade the Crimea.</span></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Operation Liberation of Crimea, North Crimea</span><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://wac.450f.edgecastcdn.net/80450F/kmmsam.com/files/2014/06/141603664-630x397.jpg""/><br/>METO Forces, from Turkish, in North Crimea<br/><br/>METO troops captured the northern Crimea, and charming about 30,000 Soviet soldiers, is a result of Soviet troops invaded Afghanistan.<br/>according to the Central Intelligence Agency of Turkish, with espionage in Afghanistan and the results are very severe population starved to death afghanistan and hit a mine owned soviets."
15883,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=175,2014-12-25T14:58:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"BREAKING NEWS:<br/>The Greek Republic has joined the Soviet Union out of panic of Turkish expansion. The Soviet Union demands that Turkey withdraw from the Crimea. On the other hand, we tell Germany they may take Czechslovakia, Switzerland, Austria, and all other nations remaining."
15884,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=175,2014-12-25T15:09:00,Nogay Islamic Empire,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">BREAKING NEWS:</span><br/><br/>METO forces, directly attacked the Greek border and charming 1,000 troops and police greek. the Turkish government, stating that the battle was won by METO border."
15885,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=175,2014-12-25T15:17:00,The New Imperial China,"China moves a fleet conatining 2 aircraft carriers, 2 destroyers, 7 corvettes, 12 frigates, 12 mine warfare vessels, 2 battleships, and 3 cruisers to the Mediterrainian sea, China asks permission to the Soviet Union to station this fleet in ports in Greece. This fleet will be at the call of duty if a conflict surfaces in this region. This fleet is intended to aid Soviet forces in the region."
15886,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=175,2014-12-25T15:33:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Imperial China <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22914109#p22914109"">wrote</a>:</cite>China moves a fleet conatining 2 aircraft carriers, 2 destroyers, 7 corvettes, 12 frigates, 12 mine warfare vessels, 2 battleships, and 3 cruisers to the Mediterrainian sea, China asks permission to the Soviet Union to station this fleet in ports in Greece. This fleet will be at the call of duty if a conflict surfaces in this region. This fleet is intended to aid Soviet forces in the region.</div></blockquote><br/>We allow China to station them.<br/>We start launching cruise missiles at Ankara and Istanbul. Our targets are not civilians, but government buildings and factories. We have plans to launch modified V2s later."
15887,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=200,2014-12-25T15:48:00,Togeria,"With low casualties if 4,000 Germany has conquered Czechoslovakia, as Austria has accepted annexation. Germany now repairs, and waits. For they plan to take Poland, and then Yugoslavia."
15888,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=200,2014-12-25T16:18:00,The New Imperial China,China joins the Soviet Union in the battle. The Chinese fleet stationed in Greece has refueled and has set course towards Istanbul. The fleet has made a blockade on all Turkish shipping lines.
15889,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=200,2014-12-25T17:22:00,Nogay Islamic Empire,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">BREAKING NEWS</span><br/>Turkish Navy, sinking two carrier, 2 destroyers, 7 Corvettes, 12 frigates, and 12 combat vessels mine.<br/>and according, Launching Missile Detachment, Rhodes became the object of attack by Launching Missile Detachment, the city was attacked, with the object that civilian buildings, hospitals, government, churches, and military<br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://thumbs.dreamstime.com/x/missile-launcher-7201150.jpg""/><br/>Rocket Launcher in Edirne<br/><br/>METO troops in the Crimea, capturing thousands of civilians Pro-Communist and METO when fighting forces, it will be killed.<br/>while the Pro-METO it will be given the post of Special, while Soviet troops captured it will be tortured and killed.<br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-fyEfIc61olc/UsBG9NHjGBI/AAAAAAAAII0/dob_yUUa7SA/s1600/Russian+spy+laughing+through+his+execution+in+Finland+during+The+Winter+War,+1939.jpg""/><br/>Soviet Army in Crimea Executed on METO Military Police in Village in Sevastopol"
15890,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=200,2014-12-25T18:34:00,Bendicion,"Australia builds its first and second cruise shios for Sydney Cruise Lines.<br/>Australian Airways inagurates 3 brand new MD-83's,they will be flown to Japan,Philippines,Indonesia and New Zealand if the countries do accept airline flights.<br/><br/>The Australian government starts increasing the welfare budget to build more homes to the homeless and sick.Hospitals are built and college courses like engineering,medtech,doctors,nurses,pilots are in demand.<br/><br/>The Australian Navy decomissions 1 battleship,and puts it to scraps,gathering more than $711 M for it.<br/><br/>The government starts building dams and reseevoirs for drinking and irrigation.<br/><br/>The Mineral mines are now operating,minerals include:<br/>Bauxite-$810/ton<br/>Iron Ore-$1,300/ton<br/>Coal-$780/ton<br/>Copper-$670/ton<br/>Gas-$1,500/ton<br/>Leas-$4,500/ton<br/>Uranium-$379M/kg<br/>Silver-$70,000/kg<br/>Gold-$100M/kg<br/>Diamond-$57M/kg"
15891,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=200,2014-12-25T18:45:00,The New Imperial China,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nogay Islamic Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22914899#p22914899"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">BREAKING NEWS</span><br/>Turkish Navy, sinking two carrier, 2 destroyers, 7 Corvettes, 12 frigates, and 12 combat vessels mine.<br/>and according, Launching Missile Detachment, Rhodes became the object of attack by Launching Missile Detachment, the city was attacked, with the object that civilian buildings, hospitals, government, churches, and military<br/><br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://thumbs.dreamstime.com/x/missile-launcher-7201150.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/>Rocket Launcher in Edirne<br/><br/>METO troops in the Crimea, capturing thousands of civilians Pro-Communist and METO when fighting forces, it will be killed.<br/>while the Pro-METO it will be given the post of Special, while Soviet troops captured it will be tortured and killed.<br/><br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-fyEfIc61olc/UsBG9NHjGBI/AAAAAAAAII0/dob_yUUa7SA/s1600/Russian+spy+laughing+through+his+execution+in+Finland+during+The+Winter+War,+1939.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/>Soviet Army in Crimea Executed on METO Military Police in Village in Sevastopol</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OCC: Dude what the hell, godmod, plus have some respect and honor I was offline. Plus you cant just destroy an entire fleet with missile launchers. This is the 1990's missile launchers were still in development. STOP GODMODDING"
15892,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=200,2014-12-25T18:50:00,The New Imperial China,The fleet continues to maintain its blockade. The battleships fire on multiple ports around Istanbul and Odessa. Destroyers use cruise missiles to destroy a fleet of the Turkish coastal guard.
15893,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=200,2014-12-25T19:02:00,The New Imperial China,"Watching the wonderful work that Australia has been doing, China starts its own welfare programs. China starts building factories and offers trade agreements to all nations in the world. The Premiers has also announced that the government will pay more attention to the small villages in the poorer regions of China and will focus on providing electricity and water to those who need it"
15894,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=200,2014-12-25T19:11:00,SECP,"BREAKING NEWS<br/><br/>Afghanistan's government troops are being pushed back by Mujahideen guerrilla fighters in every direction. The Afghan government is now pleading for the help from any nation were mainly asking for newer weapons or medical supplies but were fine with anything at this point.<br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://blogs.bu.edu/guidedhistory/files/2013/04/Soviet-invasion-of-Afghanistan.jpg""/><br/>Afghan's last helicopter shot down by Mujahideen"
15895,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=200,2014-12-25T19:13:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>SECP <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22915570#p22915570"">wrote</a>:</cite>BREAKING NEWS<br/><br/>Afghanistan's government troops are being pushed back by Mujahideen guerrilla fighters in every direction. The Afghan government is now pleading for the help from any nation were mainly asking for newer weapons or medical supplies but were fine with anything at this point.<br/><br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://blogs.bu.edu/guidedhistory/files/2013/04/Soviet-invasion-of-Afghanistan.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>) <br/>Afghan's last helicopter shot down by Mujahideen</div></blockquote><br/>Germany sends aid in the form of capital and weapons, as now it re-adjust itself with the new land. A attack on Yugoslavia is immenent."
15896,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=200,2014-12-25T19:26:00,SECP,The Afghan government are thankful for the weapons received from germany. We are hoping this can tip the tide.
15897,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=200,2014-12-25T20:33:00,The New Imperial China,"<blockquote><div><cite>SECP <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22915570#p22915570"">wrote</a>:</cite>BREAKING NEWS<br/><br/>Afghanistan's government troops are being pushed back by Mujahideen guerrilla fighters in every direction. The Afghan government is now pleading for the help from any nation were mainly asking for newer weapons or medical supplies but were fine with anything at this point.<br/><br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://blogs.bu.edu/guidedhistory/files/2013/04/Soviet-invasion-of-Afghanistan.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>) <br/>Afghan's last helicopter shot down by Mujahideen</div></blockquote><br/><br/>China sends:<br/><br/>27 military advisors<br/>500 spare troops<br/>15 helicopters<br/>5 attack helicopters<br/>23 tanks<br/>34 AFV's<br/>45 towed artillery cannons<br/>6 fighters<br/>78 doctors<br/>100 crates containing weapons, ammunition, and other military equipment<br/>67 trucks containing: tents, boots, military uniforms, medical supplies, computers, heavy ammunition and rocket launchers."
15898,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=200,2014-12-25T21:46:00,Bendicion,"As Villages and towns of Australia are seperated by huge distances,the Government has established the Royal Flying Doctor Service,which provides emergency ambulance service in the Australian interior with the use of helicopters.20 home made Black Hawks are inagurated as the first heli ambulances.<br/><br/>To make the economy grow,the government has started a wide construction planning to build roads,railroads,overpasses and underpasses across Australia.The government will fund 2.7B Australian Dollars for the program.<br/><br/>To combat internal threats,Australia establishes the ANSF or Australian National Secueity Force to patrol and combat crimes in major cities to smallest villages.A total membership counts to 500,000 members.<br/><br/>Australia facilitates on making animal reservations for endangered animals.2,000,000 sq.km of land is given to Aborigines for native use."
15899,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=200,2014-12-25T22:05:00,Nogay Islamic Empire,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">BREAKING NEWS</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">on this day, troops METO, will join the Mujahideen of Afghanistan to stop the movement of the Soviet rate to Middle East</span><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_kgDKr5CUr9U/TP_lYUEwwFI/AAAAAAAAATA/FAd4TRCCda0/s1600/khan20101208130654843.jpg""/><br/>Muhammad Al-Qasim, came from Iraq, he was the Iraqi army, which the State of joining the METO.<br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://media-cache-ec0.pinimg.com/736x/cd/8a/fd/cd8afd5e39de45fe22f16bdc6f7109d4.jpg""/><br/>Afghan Mujahideen and METO Army"
15900,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=200,2014-12-25T22:17:00,Bendicion,"Australian Airways inagurates another 3 MD-83's,they'll be flying to cities in China and Thailand.The AA has already 27 planes and 11 domestic destinations and 18 international routes.The company is planning to but the new MD-93's"
15901,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=200,2014-12-25T22:18:00,Scrinia,"With declaring war with Pakistan, defensive Indian army has been sent to the Indus region to defend if Pakistan will invade India.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, the battered army who are marching to Myanmar is besieging the capital of Myanmar; Naypyidaw, this could be a hell battle here.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Battle of Naypyidaw</span><br/>In the night of Naypyidaw, the battered army is slowly approaching to the capital and then tanks starts to bomb tr capital and the battered army STORMED the capital and Myanmar's defending forces starts shooting the Indian army which it takes few casualties and the tank bombed the Myanmar's defending forces which they have big casualties, now those defending forces are now retreating and leave their own capital. Within 8 hours later, the battered Indian army successfully occupied Naypyidaw and heroic victory for the battered Indian army. Northern Myanmar is ours.<br/><br/>[REGION ADDED]<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Northern Myanmar</span>"
15902,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=200,2014-12-25T22:23:00,The New Byzantine,"Japan supports the conquests of India. We have sent them 100 battleships and lots of ammunitions which will help the conquest of India.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, we sent a elite Japanese spy to Shenyang to sabotage industrial buildings which will cripple the economy of this new imperialist China."
15903,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=200,2014-12-25T22:32:00,Tractionisia,"Philippines requested a trade agreement with Australia.<br/><br/>A battle occur in Southern Zamboanga when Communist Party of the Philippines' left-armed wing, the New People's Army ambushed my troops which it has few casualties however my expeditional forces fight against the pro-Communists and those rebels retreated after we manage to break their morale, however, since there is no injured soldiers, they continue going to the Southernmost Zamboanga to enter the expeditional ship."
15904,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=200,2014-12-25T22:44:00,Badassistanian,"Saudi successfully with low casualties controls omen. in the name of Allah with 100,000 newly trained troops we begin an invasion of iraq and begin pummeling there defensive. at the same time 50,000 troops in omen invade yeman using the same tactics.<br/>occ: sorry i haven't been around"
15905,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=200,2014-12-25T22:52:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22912243#p22912243"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Tractionisia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22912233#p22912233"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Well India is following the British Raj system and idk why ze hell are u complaining anyways back to IC</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/><br/>Because Saudi Thinks that 50k troops is enough to conquer an entire nation, and also India's new ""Additions"" are complete shit. Nepal, Srilanka, and Bhutan are all commonwealth.</div></blockquote><br/>its plenty enough for the size of country i conquered"
15906,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=200,2014-12-25T22:53:00,The New Byzantine,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bendicion <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22915337#p22915337"">wrote</a>:</cite>Australia builds its first and second cruise shios for Sydney Cruise Lines.<br/>Australian Airways inagurates 3 brand new MD-83's,they will be flown to Japan,Philippines,Indonesia and New Zealand if the countries do accept airline flights.<br/><br/>The Australian government starts increasing the welfare budget to build more homes to the homeless and sick.Hospitals are built and college courses like engineering,medtech,doctors,nurses,pilots are in demand.<br/><br/>The Australian Navy decomissions 1 battleship,and puts it to scraps,gathering more than $711 M for it.<br/><br/>The government starts building dams and reseevoirs for drinking and irrigation.<br/><br/>The Mineral mines are now operating,minerals include:<br/>Bauxite-$810/ton<br/>Iron Ore-$1,300/ton<br/>Coal-$780/ton<br/>Copper-$670/ton<br/>Gas-$1,500/ton<br/>Leas-$4,500/ton<br/>Uranium-$379M/kg<br/>Silver-$70,000/kg<br/>Gold-$100M/kg<br/>Diamond-$57M/kg</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Japan accepts and the international airport is always open."
15907,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=200,2014-12-25T22:55:00,The New Byzantine,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22917219#p22917219"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22912243#p22912243"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><br/><br/>Because Saudi Thinks that 50k troops is enough to conquer an entire nation, and also India's new ""Additions"" are complete shit. Nepal, Srilanka, and Bhutan are all commonwealth.</div></blockquote><br/>its plenty enough for the size of country i conquered</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Just ignore that kumb guy lol"
15908,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=200,2014-12-25T23:04:00,Badassistanian,"THE ASSAULT OF BAGHDAD<br/><br/>after breaking through the Iraq defensive Saudi troops are able to march without resistance to the capital. The capital is heavily fortified.<br/>two divisions of 1000 soldiers each are dispatched to invade the town from both sides. the west division is able to push into the city without taking heavy casualties. the east division however loses almost all there men from a prolonged stalemate. reinforcements are sent in order to help the division keep there stance while the west pushes forward. the west is able to ambush the enemy from behind and make quick work of them, saudi is successful and conquers the country."
15909,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=200,2014-12-25T23:20:00,Scrinia,"After the invasion of Naypyidaw; Myanmar surrenders and joined to the Imperial republic. Meanwhile in Southemost India; Indian Expeditional Forces has been sent to Sri Lanka to start the invasion.<br/><br/>We ask Nepal and Bhutan if thy can join the Indian Imperial Republic and both of them say Ues because they have a vision that India will become one of the Superpowers.<br/><br/>We marked Nepal and Bhutan to become one of the economic cities of India ever.<br/><br/>We also thanked what Japan give to us; battleships and ammunitions.<br/><br/>[ NEW REGIONS ADDED ]<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Whole of Myanmar</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Nepal</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bhutan</span>"
15910,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=200,2014-12-25T23:27:00,Badassistanian,"Yemen decides it is best to surrender to Saudi since troops are already at there doorsteps and they fear the same fate as Iraq and Omen.<br/>red-current empire yellow-future expansion<br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i58.tinypic.com/iegufb.jpg""/>"
15911,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=200,2014-12-25T23:37:00,Togeria,"Germany now commences a invasion of Poland, as their forces are adept to Blitzkrieg, but with their weak military they're being easily defeated, as a second invasion force heads into weakened Yugoslavia. On both fronts armies make extensive use of bombing raids, and the M16 to aid them in their ventures. A force of 40,000 is split up to conquer both fronts, with Poland falling easier."
15912,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=225,2014-12-25T23:41:00,Badassistanian,"the king decides the sooner Syria falls the better and begins to rally troops. he also institutes Islam as the Saudi national religion, any one who follows any other religion will be imprisoned."
15913,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=225,2014-12-25T23:43:00,Scrinia,"Indian Imperial Expeditional Force arrived on Sri Lanka and besiege the capital. Within two hours later; Sri Lanka surrender because they are just an island nation and Sri Lanka joined India. About 7866 Indian troops died from the defending elite 2000 Sri Lankan troops and remaining 5050 Indian troops has survived.<br/><br/>[ NEW REGION ADDED ]<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Sri Lanka</span>"
15914,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=225,2014-12-25T23:46:00,Badassistanian,"50,000 troops are rallied in former eastern Iraq and begin to pummel Syrian defensive hoping for a quick win the king demands Syria surrender or suffer the same fate as the others."
15915,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=225,2014-12-25T23:47:00,The New Byzantine,Japan declares 'Shintoism' as the primary religion and 'Taoism' as the secondary religion.
15916,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=225,2014-12-25T23:51:00,Togeria,"The Fourth German Empire has declared Roman Catholicism as it's primary religion, and not it's official.<br/><br/>A siege on Warsaw has commenced, as German troops have taken most of Northern Yugoslavia."
15917,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=225,2014-12-25T23:54:00,Badassistanian,the syrian king decides its best to give up instead of having men suffer. Kuwait follows suit
15918,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=225,2014-12-26T00:07:00,Badassistanian,"THE INVASION OF JORDAN<br/>100,000 troops are met by the most brilliant defenses they have seen yet in the crusade. the fighters are trying to protect the holy land as well as possibly. we commence the invasion, we move in from both sides squeezing them into pulp but in the process we take 10,000 casualties and another 20,000 wounded. we marched towards the capital and lay siege we demand there surrender. they agreed."
15919,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=225,2014-12-26T00:11:00,Togeria,"The battle of Warsaw has finished, as 6,700 troops have died, most of Northern Yugoslavia is conquered as a treaty detailing Poland's surrender is being discussed. It has agreed to be annexed, with the exception of retaining some autonomy. Remaining forces are sent to Yugoslovia."
15920,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=225,2014-12-26T00:14:00,Scrinia,"India has only one main conquest remain; Pakistan. The Indian Imperial Expeditional Forces in Sri Lanka will be sailed to invade Karachi (Southern Pakistan) and the defending Indian forces in Indus will be marching and invade the Eastern provinces of Pakistan. This started the<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Indo-Pakistani War</span>.<br/><br/>INDIAN IMPERIAL EXPEDITIONAL FORCES [Sri Lanka]:<br/>5050 troops<br/>50 tanks<br/><br/>INDIAN IMPERIAL ARMED FORCES [Indus]:<br/>250,000 troops<br/>300 tanks<br/>80 helicopters"
15921,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=225,2014-12-26T00:22:00,Badassistanian,"out of fear Israel and Lebanon surrender under the terms that we allow them to continue there religion<br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i60.tinypic.com/nmb6lf.gif""/><br/>red- current empire yellow- possible future expansion"
15922,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=225,2014-12-26T01:00:00,Scrinia,"INDIA's CONQUEST:<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Pakistan</span><br/><br/>INDIA's SPHERE OF INFLUENCE:<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Afghanistan</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Tibet</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Soviet Central Asia</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Iran</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Soviet Caucasian Regions</span>"
15923,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=225,2014-12-26T01:04:00,Togeria,OOC: We need a map.
15924,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=225,2014-12-26T01:05:00,Togeria,"OOC: also if you plan on conquering Afghanistan, it's controlled by a player."
15925,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=225,2014-12-26T01:05:00,Scrinia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22918008#p22918008"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: We need a map.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Idk how to make a map."
15926,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=225,2014-12-26T01:06:00,Scrinia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22918015#p22918015"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: also if you plan on conquering Afghanistan, it's controlled by a player.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC: It's just a sphere of influence doesn't mean it's part of my conquest."
15927,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=225,2014-12-26T01:11:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Scrinia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22918020#p22918020"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22918015#p22918015"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: also if you plan on conquering Afghanistan, it's controlled by a player.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC: It's just a sphere of influence doesn't mean it's part of my conquest.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: your stating you have influence, and power to run his developments, unless he agreed to this you won't have strong influence in his country."
15928,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=225,2014-12-26T01:16:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22914327#p22914327"">wrote</a>:</cite>With low casualties if 4,000 Germany has conquered Czechoslovakia, as Austria has accepted annexation. Germany now repairs, and waits. For they plan to take Poland, and then Yugoslavia.</div></blockquote><br/>Poland is ours and Yugoslavia is Volkstrad."
15929,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=225,2014-12-26T01:19:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,I am making the map. It will be up soon.
15930,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=225,2014-12-26T01:23:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"Soviet tanks retake most of the Crimea.<br/>OOC: We were going to be kind when we reached Istanbul, but I can tell you, Ankara is going up in flames. Also, that isn't godmodding, as the Turkish Army would break apart compared to a WW2-style Red Army."
15931,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=225,2014-12-26T01:27:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22918054#p22918054"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22914327#p22914327"">wrote</a>:</cite>With low casualties if 4,000 Germany has conquered Czechoslovakia, as Austria has accepted annexation. Germany now repairs, and waits. For they plan to take Poland, and then Yugoslavia.</div></blockquote><br/>Poland is ours and Yugoslavia is Volkstrad.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC:Will stop attacks on Yugoslavia, but will not compromise on Poland. Essential to our borders."
15932,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=225,2014-12-26T01:33:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"Parts of the Red Army invade Norway and Sweden. Initially heavy losses ensure, but by using Blitzkrieg tactics, the nations later fall.<br/>KIA: 1,000<br/>POW(All Returned): 1,200<br/>Injured: 5,000<br/><br/>Funerals are held for the lost soldiers.<br/><br/>In the Kremlin, we send a message to Saudi Arabia saying we would like to split up Iran:<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Saudi Arabia<br/>From: Union of Soviet Sovereign Republics<br/><br/>Greetings,<br/>We wish to split up Iran. We would have everything north of Tehran and east of Tehran, and you would have the remainder, still leaving you with Tehran and the majority of land. What do you say?<br/><br/>From,<br/>Union of Soviet Sovereign Republics</blockquote><br/><br/>OOC: Poland is a SSR. We wouldn't want the Soviets in Berlin again, and Soviet High Command certainly doesn't."
15933,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=225,2014-12-26T01:37:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22918114#p22918114"">wrote</a>:</cite>Parts of the Red Army invade Norway and Sweden. Initially heavy losses ensure, but by using Blitzkrieg tactics, the nations later fall.<br/>KIA: 1,000<br/>POW(All Returned): 1,200<br/>Injured: 5,000<br/><br/>Funerals are held for the lost soldiers.<br/><br/>In the Kremlin, we send a message to Saudi Arabia saying we would like to split up Iran:<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Saudi Arabia<br/>From: Union of Soviet Sovereign Republics<br/><br/>Greetings,<br/>We wish to split up Iran. We would have everything north of Tehran and east of Tehran, and you would have the remainder, still leaving you with Tehran and the majority of land. What do you say?<br/><br/>From,<br/>Union of Soviet Sovereign Republics</blockquote><br/><br/>OOC: Poland is a SSR. We wouldn't want the Soviets in Berlin again, and Soviet High Command certainly doesn't.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: not in the nineties, let's reach a compromise, I only want enough to fill out the original borders of the German Empire."
15934,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=225,2014-12-26T01:52:00,The New Byzantine,About 5000 men has been recruited each month. Meanwhile we keep supplying India from his conquest.
15935,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=225,2014-12-26T01:53:00,Bendicion,"Australia invades the Solomon Islands.About 29,000 marines participated.22 ships of Bulwark-Class Destroyers also helped.<br/><br/>The Australian Navy first secured the islands water routes with the help of 7 submarines.After seas were secured the initual bombing occurer,after 2 hours of bombing transport ships and planes started landing troops in strategic areas.<br/><br/>As of now,31 casualtiee have been called as the Commonwealth Army pushes through the jungles."
15936,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=225,2014-12-26T02:00:00,Scrinia,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Byzantine <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22918185#p22918185"">wrote</a>:</cite>About 5000 men has been recruited each month. Meanwhile we keep supplying India from his conquest.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>We thanked Japan from the supplies.<br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">INVASION IN PAKISTAN</span><br/>Meanwhile the Indian Imperial Expeditional Forces has arrived on Karachi and start besieging it and the Indian Imperial Armed Forces of Indus invades the Eastern provinces of Pakistan.<br/><br/>We sent a letter to Saudi Arabia;<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>To: Saudi Arabia,<br/>Hello, Saudi Arabians, this is India, how about I'll invade the Easternmost provinces of Iran? I have heared about the Soviet Union has an interest on Iran, how about we make this deal?<br/><br/>- India </div></blockquote>"
15937,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=250,2014-12-26T02:17:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22918127#p22918127"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22918114#p22918114"">wrote</a>:</cite>Parts of the Red Army invade Norway and Sweden. Initially heavy losses ensure, but by using Blitzkrieg tactics, the nations later fall.<br/>KIA: 1,000<br/>POW(All Returned): 1,200<br/>Injured: 5,000<br/><br/>Funerals are held for the lost soldiers.<br/><br/>In the Kremlin, we send a message to Saudi Arabia saying we would like to split up Iran:<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Saudi Arabia<br/>From: Union of Soviet Sovereign Republics<br/><br/>Greetings,<br/>We wish to split up Iran. We would have everything north of Tehran and east of Tehran, and you would have the remainder, still leaving you with Tehran and the majority of land. What do you say?<br/><br/>From,<br/>Union of Soviet Sovereign Republics</blockquote><br/><br/>OOC: Poland is a SSR. We wouldn't want the Soviets in Berlin again, and Soviet High Command certainly doesn't.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: not in the nineties, let's reach a compromise, I only want enough to fill out the original borders of the German Empire.</div></blockquote><br/>Deal. We can divide it up."
15938,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=250,2014-12-26T02:18:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,It is now January 1991.
15939,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=250,2014-12-26T02:20:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Scrinia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22918213#p22918213"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The New Byzantine <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22918185#p22918185"">wrote</a>:</cite>About 5000 men has been recruited each month. Meanwhile we keep supplying India from his conquest.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>We thanked Japan from the supplies.<br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">INVASION IN PAKISTAN</span><br/>Meanwhile the Indian Imperial Expeditional Forces has arrived on Karachi and start besieging it and the Indian Imperial Armed Forces of Indus invades the Eastern provinces of Pakistan.<br/><br/>We sent a letter to Saudi Arabia;<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>To: Saudi Arabia,<br/>Hello, Saudi Arabians, this is India, how about I'll invade the Easternmost provinces of Iran? I have heared about the Soviet Union has an interest on Iran, how about we make this deal?<br/><br/>- India </div></blockquote></div></blockquote><br/>KGB agents in Saudi Arabia hear a Saudi official talking about it, and they report back to the Kremlin. The Kremlin decides to boost military production at 75% in order to attack first."
15940,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=250,2014-12-26T02:21:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"The Soviet Union offers Denmark a deal. They join the Union, and in return Denmark will be made a grand nation. Denmark, seeing how Norway and Sweden fell anyway, accepts."
15941,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=250,2014-12-26T02:29:00,Badassistanian,"Saudi tells russia to mind its own business or we will end your precious oil trade,<br/>saudi tells india sure you take the east i take the west"
15942,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=250,2014-12-26T02:29:00,Bendicion,"Australian Airways is further funded by the government to buy more planes.Flights to Hawaii are being made.3 flights are made to Beijing-Sydney,HongKong-Sydney and Macau-Sydney.All back-and-forth.<br/><br/>The government starts providing free fertilizers and tutoring to farmers and herders.<br/><br/>The Australian Outback Railways(AOR) starts operations with 6 trains,that cross Australia.Metro Australian Railways(MAR) starts conducting operations in Southeast to Northeast cities with 12 trains.<br/><br/>The Australian Army takes a full offensive to take Solomon Islands.179 have died.<br/><br/>The Australiam Economic Aid Commision(AEAC) goes to South Africa to start trade negotiations.AEAC agents also tarbel to Nigeria,Madagascar and Kenya to start granting loans to these countries.<br/><br/>Australia has started to monopolize the 3 countries(except S.Africa) economy and starts granting more loans in exchange that these countries buy from Australia."
15943,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=250,2014-12-26T02:30:00,Badassistanian,"200,000 saudi troops move to the iran border and await word from india"
15944,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=250,2014-12-26T02:33:00,Badassistanian,"at the same time 200,000 troops are moved to the Egyptian border and begin to invade. the Egyptians put up fierce fights along the border but we are able to prevail but we lose 20,000 men in the process. the invasion continues towards Cairo."
15945,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=250,2014-12-26T02:36:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Imperial China <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22912994#p22912994"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22912940#p22912940"">wrote</a>:</cite>China, you don't have 1.4 billiion billion.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OCC: 1.4 billion what?</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>1.4 billion people. You have less than 1 billion"
15946,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=250,2014-12-26T02:37:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22918316#p22918316"">wrote</a>:</cite>at the same time 200,000 troops are moved to the Egyptian border and begin to invade. the Egyptians put up fierce fights along the border but we are able to prevail but we lose 20,000 men in the process. the invasion continues towards Cairo.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>NO. Just no. Egypt has a lot of soldiers. You can't take over Omen and Egypt in less than 8 posts. I IGNORE ALL YOUR INVASIONS AND CONQUESTS TILL NOW."
15947,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=250,2014-12-26T02:39:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22918326#p22918326"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The New Imperial China <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22912994#p22912994"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>OCC: 1.4 billion what?</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>1.4 billion people. You have less than 1 billion</div></blockquote><br/>During this time China did have 1billion, but just that 1.1 nothing more."
15948,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=250,2014-12-26T02:44:00,Badassistanian,"THE ASSAULT OF CAIRO<br/>10,000 troops are dispatched to take down Cairo. the strategy is to pretty much blitzkrieg the enemy and run them out of the city. the troops are very easily able to push the army out of town but many battles take place while doing so. 3,000 men are pronounced dead and many more injured. the leader of Egypt surrenders in order to save his and his mens life's. Saudi decides to be ruthless in this invasion and chases down the rest of Egypts men."
15949,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=250,2014-12-26T02:45:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22918328#p22918328"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22918316#p22918316"">wrote</a>:</cite>at the same time 200,000 troops are moved to the Egyptian border and begin to invade. the Egyptians put up fierce fights along the border but we are able to prevail but we lose 20,000 men in the process. the invasion continues towards Cairo.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>NO. Just no. Egypt has a lot of soldiers. You can't take over Omen and Egypt in less than 8 posts. I IGNORE ALL YOUR INVASIONS AND CONQUESTS TILL NOW.</div></blockquote><br/>Just don't recognise his nations sovereign rights over the lands."
15950,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=250,2014-12-26T02:47:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22918346#p22918346"">wrote</a>:</cite>THE ASSAULT OF CAIRO <br/>10,000 troops are dispatched to take down Cairo. the strategy is to pretty much blitzkrieg the enemy and run them out of the city. the troops are very easily able to push the army out of town but many battles take place while doing so. 3,000 men are pronounced dead and many more injured. the leader of Egypt surrenders in order to save his and his mens life's.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>Excuse me? Um, You can't just take over Cairo like that in one post. You would face resistance from Jordan, Egypt, and other Arab states. Not to mention Iran would smoke you. Egypt's army is well over 300,000. More than half of Saudi's army would be required to fight Egypt.<br/><br/>I am sorry bro, but I not only ignore this capture but I also declare war on your nation."
15951,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=250,2014-12-26T02:48:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22918301#p22918301"">wrote</a>:</cite>Saudi tells russia to mind its own business or we will end your precious oil trade, <br/>saudi tells india sure you take the east i take the west</div></blockquote><br/>I offered you the deal earlier... Shame that Saudi Arabia is now counted as ""unfriendly"".<br/><br/>Soviet troops invade northern Iran, suffering 100 KIA in the first day. And by the tenth day, casualties are at 1,200 KIA and 3,000 injured. However, most of northern Iran has been taken."
15952,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=250,2014-12-26T02:49:00,Kumbhalgarh,"President George Bush was now mad at how childish Saudi Arabia was. Unite state's strength was well greater than Saudi and it would be easy to take Saudi Down. 400,000 men, and various machines were dispatched to Saudi Arabia."
15953,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=250,2014-12-26T02:50:00,Kumbhalgarh,America also proposes that Soviet union also send its army to smoke Saudi.
15954,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=250,2014-12-26T02:50:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22918361#p22918361"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22918346#p22918346"">wrote</a>:</cite>THE ASSAULT OF CAIRO <br/>10,000 troops are dispatched to take down Cairo. the strategy is to pretty much blitzkrieg the enemy and run them out of the city. the troops are very easily able to push the army out of town but many battles take place while doing so. 3,000 men are pronounced dead and many more injured. the leader of Egypt surrenders in order to save his and his mens life's.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>Excuse me? Um, You can't just take over Cairo like that in one post. You would face resistance from Jordan, Egypt, and other Arab states. Not to mention Iran would smoke you. Egypt's army is well over 300,000. More than half of Saudi's army would be required to fight Egypt.<br/><br/>I am sorry bro, but I not only ignore this capture but I also declare war on your nation.</div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: The United States of America<br/>From: The Union of Soviet Sovereign Republics<br/><br/>Greetings,<br/>We see that you have declared war on Saudi Arabia. We will offer you supplies, and will aid you.<br/><br/>From,<br/>Vladimir Volkov, Premier of the Soviet Union</blockquote>"
15955,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=250,2014-12-26T02:52:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22918371#p22918371"">wrote</a>:</cite>America also proposes that Soviet union also send its army to smoke Saudi.</div></blockquote><br/>Our reply is:<br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>The Premier says ""Okay."".</div></blockquote>"
15956,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=250,2014-12-26T02:52:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To Soviet Union From America,<br/><br/>Thank you for your assistance, and I promise you that Saudi Arabia will go down. <br/><br/><br/>From George H.W Bush, President of America/</blockquote>"
15957,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=250,2014-12-26T02:52:00,Badassistanian,saudi waits a sec then begins setting up defenses and recruiting men we ask why Russia is willing to aid the enemy we have been friends with you for a long time. also america your country should be going into an energy crisis soon
15958,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=250,2014-12-26T02:53:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22918377#p22918377"">wrote</a>:</cite>saudi waits a sec then begins setting up defenses and recruiting men we ask why Russia is willing to aid the enemy we have been friends with you for a long time. also america your country should be going into an energy crisis soon</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/><br/>America starts to pump oil from Houston, satisfying its Needs, and it also increases oil trade with Russia, Qatar, UAE, Jordan, and Egypt."
15959,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=250,2014-12-26T02:54:00,Badassistanian,"aa guns are set up, the beaches are heavily militarized an the land borders are as well and all borders are closed."
15960,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=250,2014-12-26T02:55:00,Badassistanian,Saudi continues to question Russia as we have done nothing to harm them and have been great allys
15961,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=250,2014-12-26T02:55:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"We reply:<br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>You betrayed us for India.</div></blockquote>"
15962,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=275,2014-12-26T02:57:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22918391#p22918391"">wrote</a>:</cite>We reply:<br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>You betrayed us for India.</div></blockquote></div></blockquote><br/>when we only say india ask if i missed your post im sorry hell you can have all of iran if you want"
15963,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=275,2014-12-26T02:57:00,Kumbhalgarh,"American General laughed at the pathetic defenses set up Saudi Arabia. ""Those islamic desert wanderers can't even make mordern defenses!"" he said. The invasion began as America planes far outclassed Saudi arabian Planes and began to bomb Mecca, and the mosque in Mecca thus killing over a million people. The American tanks rolled out on to the beach and blasted the entire the area, backed by missile blasts by the battleships, and a charge by 100,000 men, who fired at the saudi defenses. The defenses broke down pathetically as the Soviet supplies arrived, and bombed the beach again. The american army slaugheterd the arab soldiers, and moved forward with full force."
15964,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=275,2014-12-26T02:58:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22918400#p22918400"">wrote</a>:</cite>American General laughed at the pathetic defenses set up Saudi Arabia. ""Those islamic desert wanderers can't even make mordern defenses!"" he said. The invasion began as America planes far outclassed Saudi arabian Planes and began to bomb Mecca, and the mosque in Mecca thus killing over a million people. The American tanks rolled out on to the beach and blasted the entire the area, backed by missile blasts by the battleships, and a charge by 100,000 men, who fired at the saudi defenses. The defenses broke down pathetically as the Soviet supplies arrived, and bombed the beach again. The american army slaugheterd the arab soldiers, and moved forward with full force.</div></blockquote><br/>the planes make it no wear near mecca due to the aa and your godmodding right now"
15965,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=275,2014-12-26T02:59:00,Kumbhalgarh,Soviet Union don't back down now. We've got these muslims cornered. Me and you are too strong for them.
15966,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=275,2014-12-26T02:59:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22918405#p22918405"">wrote</a>:</cite>Soviet Union don't back down now. We've got these muslims cornered. Me and you are too strong for them.</div></blockquote><br/>stop godmodding dude"
15967,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=275,2014-12-26T03:00:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22918403#p22918403"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22918400#p22918400"">wrote</a>:</cite>American General laughed at the pathetic defenses set up Saudi Arabia. ""Those islamic desert wanderers can't even make mordern defenses!"" he said. The invasion began as America planes far outclassed Saudi arabian Planes and began to bomb Mecca, and the mosque in Mecca thus killing over a million people. The American tanks rolled out on to the beach and blasted the entire the area, backed by missile blasts by the battleships, and a charge by 100,000 men, who fired at the saudi defenses. The defenses broke down pathetically as the Soviet supplies arrived, and bombed the beach again. The american army slaugheterd the arab soldiers, and moved forward with full force.</div></blockquote><br/>the planes make it no wear near mecca due to the aa and your godmodding right now</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/><br/>Yep, thats what you were doing the entire Roleplay till now. Now you get a bit of your own medicine, and also imagine 100 fighter jets moving across the sky. towards a huge city. Panic would spread out, people would run everywhere. Your ""AA"" would be in a pathetic fighting mode. We would easily bomb you."
15968,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=275,2014-12-26T03:01:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22918409#p22918409"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22918405#p22918405"">wrote</a>:</cite>Soviet Union don't back down now. We've got these muslims cornered. Me and you are too strong for them.</div></blockquote><br/>stop godmodding dude</div></blockquote><br/><br/>If you think your gonna win this, with soviet union AND America against you. Your the one whoses godmodding."
15969,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=275,2014-12-26T03:01:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22918411#p22918411"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22918403#p22918403"">wrote</a>:</cite>the planes make it no wear near mecca due to the aa and your godmodding right now</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/><br/>Yep, thats what you were doing the entire Roleplay till now. Now you get a bit of your own medicine, and also imagine 100 fighter jets moving across the sky. towards a huge city. Panic would spread out, people would run everywhere. Your ""AA"" would be in a pathetic fighting mode. We would easily bomb you.</div></blockquote><br/>no i was simply attacking non player countrys and takeing them over you on the other hand are attacking a player controlled country"
15970,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=275,2014-12-26T03:04:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22918416#p22918416"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22918411#p22918411"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><br/><br/>Yep, thats what you were doing the entire Roleplay till now. Now you get a bit of your own medicine, and also imagine 100 fighter jets moving across the sky. towards a huge city. Panic would spread out, people would run everywhere. Your ""AA"" would be in a pathetic fighting mode. We would easily bomb you.</div></blockquote><br/>no i was simply attacking non player countrys and takeing them over you on the other hand are attacking a player controlled country</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/><br/>Well IF YOU THINK YOU CAN BEAT AMERICA, AND SOVIET UNION. THE TWO STRONGEST NATIONS IN THE WORLD RIGHT NOW. YOU'RE THE GODMODDER."
15971,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=275,2014-12-26T03:06:00,Badassistanian,i don't yes i would be screwed but the means your taking this at is god mode
15972,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=275,2014-12-26T03:07:00,Badassistanian,you also have no real reason to declare war except for the fact your a little but hurt
15973,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=275,2014-12-26T03:09:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22918398#p22918398"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22918391#p22918391"">wrote</a>:</cite>We reply:<br/></div></blockquote><br/>when we only say india ask if i missed your post im sorry hell you can have all of iran if you want</div></blockquote><br/>The Soviet Union agrees and withdraws."
15974,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=275,2014-12-26T03:10:00,Badassistanian,also you keep saying you cant do that. the size of nations im taking over don't require 10 posts of rp. yes maybe Egypt and i apologize for that my bad.
15975,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=275,2014-12-26T03:11:00,Badassistanian,alright back to rp
15976,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=275,2014-12-26T03:13:00,Badassistanian,Saudi continues to push further into Egypt and drive out there soldiers. we tell Russia we are very sorry about the recent blow out. we ask russia if we should continue oil trade with them.
15977,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=275,2014-12-26T03:34:00,Kumbhalgarh,"The American army ignore Saudi Threats and continues pushing into Saudi Arabia, driving the arabians out."
15978,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=275,2014-12-26T03:34:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22918458#p22918458"">wrote</a>:</cite>Saudi continues to push further into Egypt and drive out there soldiers. we tell Russia we are very sorry about the recent blow out. we ask russia if we should continue oil trade with them.</div></blockquote><br/>We agree."
15979,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=275,2014-12-26T03:36:00,Kumbhalgarh,"America tells Russia, that trading with Saudi is a waste of money, when you've got Iran under your command."
15980,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=275,2014-12-26T03:41:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22918514#p22918514"">wrote</a>:</cite>America tells Russia, that trading with Saudi is a waste of money, when you've got Iran under your command.</div></blockquote><br/>We start considering both options."
15981,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=275,2014-12-26T03:43:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22918506#p22918506"">wrote</a>:</cite>The American army ignore Saudi Threats and continues pushing into Saudi Arabia, driving the arabians out.</div></blockquote><br/>you were never here we ignore you as well for godmodding because all we did was took some countrys that have no influence on you at all"
15982,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=275,2014-12-26T03:44:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22918527#p22918527"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22918514#p22918514"">wrote</a>:</cite>America tells Russia, that trading with Saudi is a waste of money, when you've got Iran under your command.</div></blockquote><br/>We start considering both options.</div></blockquote><br/>we tell russia that its not a waste of money our prices are cheaper and we have higher supply."
15983,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=275,2014-12-26T03:55:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22918533#p22918533"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22918506#p22918506"">wrote</a>:</cite>The American army ignore Saudi Threats and continues pushing into Saudi Arabia, driving the arabians out.</div></blockquote><br/>you were never here we ignore you as well for godmodding because all we did was took some countrys that have no influence on you at all</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>THEY HAVE AN ARMY BRO, and also Iran has a bigger supply than Saudi Arabia. Iran basically powers India and China's oil needs alone."
15984,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=275,2014-12-26T03:58:00,Bendicion,Australian Economic Association Commission(AEAC) has filed a proposal to increase loans to 13 African countries which have agreed to accept the Australian aid in exchange that they will buy products from Australia tax free into their ports.<br/><br/>The Commonwealth grants the needed funds it takes $500 M from the mines' incomes and uses it to load the 13 countries in Africa.The Commonwealth starts to build large farm industries and industrial plants to change this into products.<br/><br/>Dams are built in Queensland Province.The Commonwealth starts establishing wind farms in Northern Territory.<br/><br/>AA planes now is buying gates all across Indonesia and Japan and plans to increase flights to Thailand and Malaysia.The AA has already bought additional 15 MD-93's.<br/><br/>Australia calls for international peace to reign in the world.
15985,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=275,2014-12-26T04:00:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22918564#p22918564"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22918533#p22918533"">wrote</a>:</cite>you were never here we ignore you as well for godmodding because all we did was took some countrys that have no influence on you at all</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>THEY HAVE AN ARMY BRO, and also Iran has a bigger supply than Saudi Arabia. Iran basically powers India and China's oil needs alone.</div></blockquote><br/>ya and we fought them took heavy casualties and in the end won."
15986,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=275,2014-12-26T04:02:00,Badassistanian,and now your walking into my country right over our huge military and killing all the Saudis you can find. even after i said i said sorry that yes egypt was a little godmoddy
15987,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=300,2014-12-26T04:03:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22918587#p22918587"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22918564#p22918564"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><br/>THEY HAVE AN ARMY BRO, and also Iran has a bigger supply than Saudi Arabia. Iran basically powers India and China's oil needs alone.</div></blockquote><br/>ya and we fought them took heavy casualties and in the end won.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Iran is too strong for you mate, and also I will annex Iran if you have it. Without U.S help Saudi is nothing. Iran's numbers and their leader, Saddam is too strong for you."
15988,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=300,2014-12-26T04:04:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bendicion <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22918582#p22918582"">wrote</a>:</cite>Australian Economic Association Commission(AEAC) has filed a proposal to increase loans to 13 African countries which have agreed to accept the Australian aid in exchange that they will buy products from Australia tax free into their ports.<br/><br/>The Commonwealth grants the needed funds it takes $500 M from the mines' incomes and uses it to load the 13 countries in Africa.The Commonwealth starts to build large farm industries and industrial plants to change this into products.<br/><br/>Dams are built in Queensland Province.The Commonwealth starts establishing wind farms in Northern Territory.<br/><br/>AA planes now is buying gates all across Indonesia and Japan and plans to increase flights to Thailand and Malaysia.The AA has already bought additional 15 MD-93's.<br/><br/>Australia calls for international peace to reign in the world.</div></blockquote><br/>we along with Australia call for peace between the major nations"
15989,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=300,2014-12-26T04:04:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,We tell the US to stop.
15990,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=300,2014-12-26T04:04:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22918603#p22918603"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22918587#p22918587"">wrote</a>:</cite>ya and we fought them took heavy casualties and in the end won.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Iran is too strong for you mate, and also I will annex Iran if you have it. Without U.S help Saudi is nothing. Iran's numbers and their leader, Saddam is too strong for you.</div></blockquote><br/>i never laid a finger on iran"
15991,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=300,2014-12-26T04:05:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22918597#p22918597"">wrote</a>:</cite>and now your walking into my country right over our huge military and killing all the Saudis you can find. even after i said i said sorry that yes egypt was a little godmoddy</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>HUGE MILLITARY. HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA WAHAT A JOKE. An army with barely enough money for guns, hehe. Imagine. An ultra mordern army consisting of 400,000 soldiers, 600 tanks, and 200 fighter jets, and 100 bombers attacking your puny nation which is basically desert.<br/><br/><br/>I REPEAT YOU DON'T HAVE ANY RESOURCES EXCEPT FOR OIL. AMERICA GIVES U WEAPONS, AND LOGISTICAL SUPPORT. BUT SINCE WE NOW STOPPED DOING THAT YOU'RE CARRION."
15992,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=300,2014-12-26T04:07:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22918607#p22918607"">wrote</a>:</cite>We tell the US to stop.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>we tell the soviet union, that if Saudi Falls then middle east will only have Iran as their defender. If U.S and soviet union can take over Saudi and all of its territories then we have abundandt oil, and we also can defeat Iran.<br/><br/><br/>America and russia already have huge oil deposits, and if we can defeat the middle east we can become the 2 nations that have alll the oil in the world."
15993,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=300,2014-12-26T04:07:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22918613#p22918613"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22918597#p22918597"">wrote</a>:</cite>and now your walking into my country right over our huge military and killing all the Saudis you can find. even after i said i said sorry that yes egypt was a little godmoddy</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>HUGE MILLITARY. HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA WAHAT A JOKE. An army with barely enough money for guns, hehe. Imagine. An ultra mordern army consisting of 400,000 soldiers, 600 tanks, and 200 fighter jets, and 100 bombers attacking your puny nation which is basically desert. <br/><br/><br/>I REPEAT YOU DON'T HAVE ANY RESOURCES EXCEPT FOR OIL. AMERICA GIVES U WEAPONS, AND LOGISTICAL SUPPORT. BUT SINCE WE NOW STOPPED DOING THAT YOU'RE CARRION.</div></blockquote><br/>we built it up this is alt history by the way this isnt based of the here and now i built the army up through my conquests and drafts and captureing of terrorists weopens and military support from russia"
15994,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=300,2014-12-26T04:08:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22918620#p22918620"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22918607#p22918607"">wrote</a>:</cite>We tell the US to stop.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>we tell the soviet union, that if Saudi Falls then middle east will only have Iran as their defender. If U.S and soviet union can take over Saudi and all of its territories then we have abundandt oil, and we also can defeat Iran. <br/><br/><br/>America and russia already have huge oil deposits, and if we can defeat the middle east we can become the 2 nations that have alll the oil in the world.</div></blockquote><br/>We tell you we already have Iran and that you are trying to create a Monopoly on oil, so we refuse."
15995,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=300,2014-12-26T04:09:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22918621#p22918621"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22918613#p22918613"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><br/>HUGE MILLITARY. HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA WAHAT A JOKE. An army with barely enough money for guns, hehe. Imagine. An ultra mordern army consisting of 400,000 soldiers, 600 tanks, and 200 fighter jets, and 100 bombers attacking your puny nation which is basically desert. <br/><br/><br/>I REPEAT YOU DON'T HAVE ANY RESOURCES EXCEPT FOR OIL. AMERICA GIVES U WEAPONS, AND LOGISTICAL SUPPORT. BUT SINCE WE NOW STOPPED DOING THAT YOU'RE CARRION.</div></blockquote><br/>we built it up this is alt history by the way this isnt based of the here and now i built the army up through my conquests and drafts and captureing of terrorists weopens and military support from russia</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/><br/>All you ever did was attack nations, and lose soldiers. and the nations u captured only were deserts.<br/><br/><br/><br/>@SOVIET UNION: I understand you have Iran, but the thing is that if 2 superpowers control the oil monopoly no other nation can dare attack us or deny what we want."
15996,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=300,2014-12-26T04:10:00,Kumbhalgarh,"@ Saudi Arabia. I never saw one post in which u recruited any men, or made any army."
15997,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=300,2014-12-26T04:10:00,Badassistanian,we tell Russia that Saudi has always been by its side and supported it and we will continue to do so because Saudis honor there agreements
15998,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=300,2014-12-26T04:11:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"We still refuse.<br/><br/>The Netherlands is accepted into the Union as a SSR, after requesting to join.<br/>BREAKING NEWS:<br/>The world is in a boom time for the economy!"
15999,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=300,2014-12-26T04:11:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22918631#p22918631"">wrote</a>:</cite>we tell Russia that Saudi has always been by its side and supported it and we will continue to do so because Saudis honor there agreements</div></blockquote><br/>We offer to send more support to Saudi Arabia, and to build infrastructure in Saudi Arabia."
16000,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=300,2014-12-26T04:12:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22918636#p22918636"">wrote</a>:</cite>We still refuse.<br/><br/>The Netherlands is accepted into the Union as a SSR, after requesting to join.<br/>BREAKING NEWS:<br/>The world is in a boom time for the economy!</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>NETHERLAND WOULD NEVER FALL. BRITIAN WOULD COME."
16001,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=300,2014-12-26T04:13:00,Kumbhalgarh,"The American army faces fierce resistants from the Saudi Arabians, but the better equipment of America prevails. The American planes continue to destroy Saudi Cities, and send missiles to kill civillians. Few oil deposits have also been captured."
16002,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=300,2014-12-26T04:14:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22918640#p22918640"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22918636#p22918636"">wrote</a>:</cite>We still refuse.<br/><br/>The Netherlands is accepted into the Union as a SSR, after requesting to join.<br/>BREAKING NEWS:<br/>The world is in a boom time for the economy!</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>NETHERLAND WOULD NEVER FALL. BRITIAN WOULD COME.</div></blockquote><br/>stop it for crying out load your acting like you an op dictator"
16003,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=300,2014-12-26T04:14:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22918640#p22918640"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22918636#p22918636"">wrote</a>:</cite>We still refuse.<br/><br/>The Netherlands is accepted into the Union as a SSR, after requesting to join.<br/>BREAKING NEWS:<br/>The world is in a boom time for the economy!</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>NETHERLAND WOULD NEVER FALL. BRITIAN WOULD COME.</div></blockquote><br/>It's a Republic. It's Government could decide. And if Britain came, I can already imagine Soviet-sponsored revolutions in the North."
16004,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=300,2014-12-26T04:14:00,Badassistanian,we support Russias claim on the netherlands
16005,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=300,2014-12-26T04:14:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22918652#p22918652"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22918640#p22918640"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><br/>NETHERLAND WOULD NEVER FALL. BRITIAN WOULD COME.</div></blockquote><br/>stop it for crying out load your acting like you an op dictator</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>Dude you cant alternate that much, can you?"
16006,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=300,2014-12-26T04:15:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22918656#p22918656"">wrote</a>:</cite>we support Russias claim on the netherlands</div></blockquote><br/>We offer Saudi Arabia help on a nuclear program."
16007,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=300,2014-12-26T04:16:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22918659#p22918659"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22918652#p22918652"">wrote</a>:</cite>stop it for crying out load your acting like you an op dictator</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>Dude you cant alternate that much, can you?</div></blockquote><br/>In this, the Soviet recession has stopped, and the Soviets are now a massively powerful nation. Lots of nations would want to join."
16008,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=300,2014-12-26T04:16:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22918656#p22918656"">wrote</a>:</cite>we support Russias claim on the netherlands</div></blockquote><br/><br/>America laughs and ignore Saudi Arabia as the Saudi opinion does not matter. Half of Saudi Arabia has been overrun by the American army, and the crappy saudi equipment stands no chance against the mordern, cutting edge equipment of the Americans. Bombing on Mecca continues as the Mosque is completely destroyed, and millions of people are hurt/and or killed."
16009,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=300,2014-12-26T04:16:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22918661#p22918661"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22918656#p22918656"">wrote</a>:</cite>we support Russias claim on the netherlands</div></blockquote><br/>We offer Saudi Arabia help on a nuclear program.</div></blockquote><br/>saudi agrees saying this would help improve our military standing greatly"
16010,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=300,2014-12-26T04:17:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22918664#p22918664"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22918659#p22918659"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><br/>Dude you cant alternate that much, can you?</div></blockquote><br/>In this, the Soviet recession has stopped, and the Soviets are now a massively powerful nation. Lots of nations would want to join.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/><br/>America, Britian, South America, and many other nations still resist."
16011,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=300,2014-12-26T04:17:00,Kumbhalgarh,"I REPEAT SAUDI ARABIA DOES NOT HAVE THE TECHNOLOGY CAPABLE OF BUILDING NUKES.<br/><br/>SAUDI IS A POOR, CRAPPY, DESERT NATION WITH NO SCOPE FOR MORDERNIATON. ITS WOMEN CAN'T DRIVE OR VOTE!!"
16012,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=325,2014-12-26T04:18:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22918665#p22918665"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22918656#p22918656"">wrote</a>:</cite>we support Russias claim on the netherlands</div></blockquote><br/><br/>America laughs and ignore Saudi Arabia as the Saudi opinion does not matter. Half of Saudi Arabia has been overrun by the American army, and the crappy saudi equipment stands no chance against the mordern, cutting edge equipment of the Americans. Bombing on Mecca continues as the Mosque is completely destroyed, and millions of people are hurt/and or killed.</div></blockquote><br/>again your godmodding does nothing you never entered my country you just floated over it and dropped right into the middle of it"
16013,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=325,2014-12-26T04:18:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22918677#p22918677"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22918665#p22918665"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>America laughs and ignore Saudi Arabia as the Saudi opinion does not matter. Half of Saudi Arabia has been overrun by the American army, and the crappy saudi equipment stands no chance against the mordern, cutting edge equipment of the Americans. Bombing on Mecca continues as the Mosque is completely destroyed, and millions of people are hurt/and or killed.</div></blockquote><br/>again your godmodding does nothing you never entered my country you just floated over it and dropped right into the middle of it</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>Exactly. You never entered any of the countries you attacked. You just dropped in the middle with soldiers and you expect us to tolerate that!"
16014,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=325,2014-12-26T04:19:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22918670#p22918670"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22918661#p22918661"">wrote</a>:</cite>We offer Saudi Arabia help on a nuclear program.</div></blockquote><br/>saudi agrees saying this would help improve our military standing greatly</div></blockquote><br/>We send you 15 Nuclear Warheads to start and a few ICBMs. We also send top nuclear scientists from Eastern Poland.<br/><br/>OOC: Saudi could develop with help. Also, they can resist. But they can't do much without being condemned by everyone if the official Dutch government accepts. Also, Saudi is modernised in this."
16015,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=325,2014-12-26T04:19:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22918675#p22918675"">wrote</a>:</cite>I REPEAT SAUDI ARABIA DOES NOT HAVE THE TECHNOLOGY CAPABLE OF BUILDING NUKES.<br/><br/>SAUDI IS A POOR, CRAPPY, DESERT NATION WITH NO SCOPE FOR MORDERNIATON. ITS WOMEN CAN'T DRIVE OR VOTE!!</div></blockquote><br/>so your point thats based of our religion and we do have nuclear capabilitys learn something about saudi. we are farely modernized our miltary is our citys are our roads are"
16016,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=325,2014-12-26T04:20:00,Bendicion,"The Australian Army takes out Honiara, capital of Solomon Islands,3,000 troops are now garrisoned in the city while the remaining 25,000 take out left over resisitng troops.The Commonwealth navy still fires cannons on several jungles suspected to hold resisting Solomonians.<br/><br/>AA takes flights from Sydney to Honiara."
16017,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=325,2014-12-26T04:20:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"The Soviet Union issues a letter to the world:<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">We, the Soviet Union, will declare war on the United States if they continue to rampage through Saudi Arabia. The United States has one chance. We wish that they take it.</blockquote><br/><br/>OOC: Badassistanian can modernise if he wants to.<br/><br/>IC:<br/>We send planes and other modern supplies to Saudi Arabia."
16018,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=325,2014-12-26T04:21:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bendicion <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22918692#p22918692"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Australian Army takes out Honiara, capital of Solomon Islands,3,000 troops are now garrisoned in the city while the remaining 25,000 take out left over resisitng troops.The Commonwealth navy still fires cannons on several jungles suspected to hold resisting Solomonians.<br/><br/>AA takes flights from Sydney to Honiara.</div></blockquote><br/>we ask for an alliance with Australia and a trade agreement"
16019,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=325,2014-12-26T04:22:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22918700#p22918700"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Bendicion <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22918692#p22918692"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Australian Army takes out Honiara, capital of Solomon Islands,3,000 troops are now garrisoned in the city while the remaining 25,000 take out left over resisitng troops.The Commonwealth navy still fires cannons on several jungles suspected to hold resisting Solomonians.<br/><br/>AA takes flights from Sydney to Honiara.</div></blockquote><br/>we ask for an alliance with Australia and a trade agreement</div></blockquote><br/>We do the same."
16020,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=325,2014-12-26T04:22:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22918696#p22918696"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Soviet Union issues a letter to the world:<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">We, the Soviet Union, will declare war on the United States if they continue to rampage through Saudi Arabia. The United States has one chance. We wish that they take it.</blockquote><br/><br/>OOC: Badassistanian can modernise if he wants to.<br/><br/>IC:<br/>We send planes and other modern supplies to Saudi Arabia.</div></blockquote><br/>we thank the union for being such a kind ally, we will repay the favor one day"
16021,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=325,2014-12-26T04:22:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22918687#p22918687"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22918675#p22918675"">wrote</a>:</cite>I REPEAT SAUDI ARABIA DOES NOT HAVE THE TECHNOLOGY CAPABLE OF BUILDING NUKES.<br/><br/>SAUDI IS A POOR, CRAPPY, DESERT NATION WITH NO SCOPE FOR MORDERNIATON. ITS WOMEN CAN'T DRIVE OR VOTE!!</div></blockquote><br/>so your point thats based of our religion and we do have nuclear capabilitys learn something about saudi. we are farely modernized our miltary is our citys are our roads are</div></blockquote><br/><br/>No its 1990. Saudi Arabia still doesnt have the nuclear capability right now in 2014, well 2015. Your nation cannot build a nuclear power plant, or nuclear bombs just like that. and your not mordernized. Your women wear black clothing to cover their head, and they cant drive. wtf is that."
16022,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=325,2014-12-26T04:23:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22918696#p22918696"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Soviet Union issues a letter to the world:<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">We, the Soviet Union, will declare war on the United States if they continue to rampage through Saudi Arabia. The United States has one chance. We wish that they take it.</blockquote><br/><br/>OOC: Badassistanian can modernise if he wants to.<br/><br/>IC:<br/>We send planes and other modern supplies to Saudi Arabia.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>He can't mordernize when theres 400,000 american soldiers well into his country, and also it will take time for the supplies to reach."
16023,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=325,2014-12-26T04:24:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22918682#p22918682"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22918677#p22918677"">wrote</a>:</cite>again your godmodding does nothing you never entered my country you just floated over it and dropped right into the middle of it</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>Exactly. You never entered any of the countries you attacked. You just dropped in the middle with soldiers and you expect us to tolerate that!</div></blockquote><br/>no read my posts. i attacked there defensive on the borders and marched from there to there capitals losing men in the process"
16024,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=325,2014-12-26T04:24:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22918716#p22918716"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22918696#p22918696"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Soviet Union issues a letter to the world:<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">We, the Soviet Union, will declare war on the United States if they continue to rampage through Saudi Arabia. The United States has one chance. We wish that they take it.</blockquote><br/><br/>OOC: Badassistanian can modernise if he wants to.<br/><br/>IC:<br/>We send planes and other modern supplies to Saudi Arabia.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>He can't mordernize when theres 400,000 american soldiers well into his country, and also it will take time for the supplies to reach.</div></blockquote><br/>there are non in my country your not a fricken god that can just place down units where he wants."
16025,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=325,2014-12-26T04:25:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22918718#p22918718"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22918682#p22918682"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><br/>Exactly. You never entered any of the countries you attacked. You just dropped in the middle with soldiers and you expect us to tolerate that!</div></blockquote><br/>no read my posts. i attacked there defensive on the borders and marched from there to there capitals losing men in the process</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/><br/>No thank you, and also the nations you attacked have an army. An army strong enough to fight 50,000 soldiers of a crappy desert nation."
16026,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=325,2014-12-26T04:26:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22918707#p22918707"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22918687#p22918687"">wrote</a>:</cite>so your point thats based of our religion and we do have nuclear capabilitys learn something about saudi. we are farely modernized our miltary is our citys are our roads are</div></blockquote><br/><br/>No its 1990. Saudi Arabia still doesnt have the nuclear capability right now in 2014, well 2015. Your nation cannot build a nuclear power plant, or nuclear bombs just like that. and your not mordernized. Your women wear black clothing to cover their head, and they cant drive. wtf is that.</div></blockquote><br/>its the religion and we have capabilities because russia is helping us"
16027,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=325,2014-12-26T04:26:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22918724#p22918724"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22918716#p22918716"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><br/>He can't mordernize when theres 400,000 american soldiers well into his country, and also it will take time for the supplies to reach.</div></blockquote><br/>there are non in my country your not a fricken god that can just place down units where he wants.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/><br/>No I say my army has bases in Saudi Arabia, and i mean it. You're not mordernizing or I am getting the mods."
16028,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=325,2014-12-26T04:27:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22918734#p22918734"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22918718#p22918718"">wrote</a>:</cite>no read my posts. i attacked there defensive on the borders and marched from there to there capitals losing men in the process</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/><br/>No thank you, and also the nations you attacked have an army. An army strong enough to fight 50,000 soldiers of a crappy desert nation.</div></blockquote><br/>a crappy dessert huh. a dessert that probably puts the food on your table. its not hard to blitzkrieg into there capital and conquer them if you catch them off gaurd"
16029,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=325,2014-12-26T04:28:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22918735#p22918735"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22918707#p22918707"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>No its 1990. Saudi Arabia still doesnt have the nuclear capability right now in 2014, well 2015. Your nation cannot build a nuclear power plant, or nuclear bombs just like that. and your not mordernized. Your women wear black clothing to cover their head, and they cant drive. wtf is that.</div></blockquote><br/> its the religion and we have capabilities because russia is helping us</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>NO JUST NO JUST NO. JUST BECAUSE RUSSIA IS HELPING DOESNT MEAN YOU HAVE THE CAPABILITY. YOU NEED WATER. FRESH WATER. YOU NEED LOTS OF RESOURCES. YOU CAN'T BUILD SOMETHING ON THE IDEA THAT ""RUSSIA' WILL HELP YOU OUT. YOU NEED YOUR OWN TECHNOLOGICAL CAPABILITIES. THAT YOU DON'T HAVE RIGHT NOW."
16030,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=325,2014-12-26T04:28:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22918743#p22918743"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22918734#p22918734"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><br/><br/>No thank you, and also the nations you attacked have an army. An army strong enough to fight 50,000 soldiers of a crappy desert nation.</div></blockquote><br/>a crappy dessert huh. a dessert that probably puts the food on your table. its not hard to blitzkrieg into there capital and conquer them if you catch them off gaurd</div></blockquote><br/><br/>We have more farms than you bitch."
16031,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=325,2014-12-26T04:30:00,Bendicion,"The Commonwealth starts expanding the services sector of the country.The Pacific Cruise Lines are now supporting over 7,000 employees and now has 3 ships with 4 on order from the Australian Central ShipBuildings.Engineering courses has been ranked as the most in demand proffesion in Australia.<br/><br/>AA starts flights from Melbourne,its second hub, to Manila, Jakarta and Tokyo.More routes ill be added as orders are still being made.<br/><br/>The Commonwealth inaugurates its first home made train! The train has been already in the final stages of mass production.This will soon replace the imported trains in the Australian Metro Railways(AMR) and the Trans-Australian Railways(TrAR), to save the government from buying importd ones.<br/><br/>The Government starts financing several scienctific advancement firms to grow the country's expertise in shaping many new designs for ships,aircraft,ways to,how to, and many more ."
16032,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=325,2014-12-26T04:30:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22918750#p22918750"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22918743#p22918743"">wrote</a>:</cite>a crappy dessert huh. a dessert that probably puts the food on your table. its not hard to blitzkrieg into there capital and conquer them if you catch them off gaurd</div></blockquote><br/><br/>We have more farms than you bitch.</div></blockquote><br/>your point the entire american life style is based of that crappy dessert"
16033,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=325,2014-12-26T04:31:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bendicion <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22918761#p22918761"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Commonwealth starts expanding the services sector of the country.The Pacific Cruise Lines are now supporting over 7,000 employees and now has 3 ships with 4 on order from the Australian Central ShipBuildings.Engineering courses has been ranked as the most in demand proffesion in Australia.<br/><br/>AA starts flights from Melbourne,its second hub, to Manila, Jakarta and Tokyo.More routes ill be added as orders are still being made.<br/><br/>The Commonwealth inaugurates its first home made train! The train has been already in the final stages of mass production.This will soon replace the imported trains in the Australian Metro Railways(AMR) and the Trans-Australian Railways(TrAR), to save the government from buying importd ones.<br/><br/>The Government starts financing several scienctific advancement firms to grow the country's expertise in shaping many new designs for ships,aircraft,ways to,how to, and many more .</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>America offer the AA routes to more than 400 cities in America."
16034,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=325,2014-12-26T04:31:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22918765#p22918765"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22918750#p22918750"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>We have more farms than you bitch.</div></blockquote><br/>your point the entire american life style is based of that crappy dessert</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>No. Not at all."
16035,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=325,2014-12-26T04:37:00,Bendicion,"AA statement to America:The range of our planes could not accommodate that vast distance between our countries.We are already acquiring 7 MD-93's to expand our reach in Asia.If we have enough money we will buy Airbus 300's to reach America via Hawaii.<br/><br/>The Royal Australian Navy has now finished operations in Solomon Islands and troops have finally captured remaining enemy holdouts.<br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""https://c1.staticflickr.com/9/8319/7921049478_15ae40a746_z.jpg""/><br/>The Royal Aussy ships stationed in Honiara<br/><br/>The Australian Army suffered 231 deaths and 533 wounded and Solomon infrastructure damaged amounts to $129M, the Government will however appropriate half a billion dollars to create Solomon as a magnificent place."
16036,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=325,2014-12-26T04:41:00,Badassistanian,Saudi citizens begin to feel its there duty to protect there country from any threat and begin to join the ranks this causes a massive rise in the number of troops.
16037,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=350,2014-12-26T04:41:00,Kumbhalgarh,"America increases the soldiers deplyoed in Saudi Arabia, and 300,000 reinforcemtns will arrive the next morning."
16038,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=350,2014-12-26T04:44:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22918834#p22918834"">wrote</a>:</cite>America increases the soldiers deplyoed in Saudi Arabia, and 300,000 reinforcemtns will arrive the next morning.</div></blockquote>all soldiers in saudi that are american are ordered to leave or be imprisoned. if freedom is your real ideology you will honor this and leave"
16039,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=350,2014-12-26T04:45:00,Badassistanian,we block all entry to american soldiers.
16040,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=350,2014-12-26T04:47:00,Kumbhalgarh,"America ignore this threat, and 700,000 American soldiers blast the Saudi Defenses. Tank blasts, Missiles, bombs, are all thrown at the Saudi Defenses. Moreover An American Nuclear missiles has been moved to the dead sea, and is targeting Saudi Arabia."
16041,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=350,2014-12-26T04:49:00,Scrinia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22918301#p22918301"">wrote</a>:</cite>Saudi tells russia to mind its own business or we will end your precious oil trade, <br/>saudi tells india sure you take the east i take the west</div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>To: Saudi Arabia<br/><br/>Thank you for the deal.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Meanwhile, in the invasion of Pakistan.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">WESTERN FRONT - KARACHI, PAKISTAN</span><br/>When the invasion started, hell, the expeditional forces landed in the beach and the Pakistani army are already there, mounted with machine guns and then when the Pakistani forces fired their bullets, the Indian expeditional forces got killed one by one in any second and the expeditional forces takes cover and then thanks for the Japan that they give us the battleships, the battleships open fire where the Pakistani forces positioned and the enemy retreated to the city and the expeditional forces chased them down.<br/><br/>Meanwhile the Indian Imperial Air Force bombed down Karachi into fire and the expeditional forces stormed Karachi, within 7 hours of battle, India won within a decisive victory and captured the coastal city of Pakistan; Karachi.<br/><br/>Many casualties on both side; about estimated 3500 Indian expeditional forces has been killed, after the capture of Karachi, reinforcing Indian army has arrived in Karachi.<br/>--<br/><br/>Meanwhile, the Indian Imperial Armed Forces of Indus Regiment, they occupied the Eastern provinces of Pakistan because there is Pakistani army in the East retreated back to the capital of Pakistan; Islamabad to defend against India's supreme invaders.<br/>--<br/>[ TOTAL REGIONS OF INDIAN IMPERIAL REPUBLIC ]<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bangladesh</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Myanmar</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ceylon (Sri Lanka)</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Nepal</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bhutan</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Pakistan (Southern and Eastern)</span>"
16042,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=350,2014-12-26T04:50:00,Scrinia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22918859#p22918859"">wrote</a>:</cite>America ignore this threat, and 700,000 American soldiers blast the Saudi Defenses. Tank blasts, Missiles, bombs, are all thrown at the Saudi Defenses. Moreover An American Nuclear missiles has been moved to the dead sea, and is targeting Saudi Arabia.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>dafuq"
16043,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=350,2014-12-26T04:51:00,The New Imperial China,"All right after reading the extensive posts in this IC while I was gone, I have been noticing a bunch of amateurs and one-liners. The guy who is playing america is just a godmodder and ill ignore ALL of his posts for the rest of the IC. Second, I believe that the only two nations who actualy have posting experience and know how to properly RP, are me and Bendicion. Depending on what each nation says about mine ill ignore it or accept it. Oh and Kumb, you dude, you know nothing of how to properly RP and for starters I believe you haven't noticed but this is the 1990's, the US was not the overpowered nations it is today. Plus during this time Saudi Arabia controlled, distributed and produced a lot of oil, and the US bought that oil before the invasion of Iraq. I am a war history nerd so don't contradict me. Oh and Byzantium, stop it, really. You know and I know that Japan does't stand a chance against China. Not in the 1990's and not now. During this time actually, the United States had a base in Japan and Japan relied a lot in the United States in order to return to its original self.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Beijing</span><br/><br/>The Premier has announced that he will request an alliance with India, Japan and Australia. He also added that if Japan were to accept this request they may have the Manchurian region for $2.2 billion."
16044,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=350,2014-12-26T04:52:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Scrinia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22918870#p22918870"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22918301#p22918301"">wrote</a>:</cite>Saudi tells russia to mind its own business or we will end your precious oil trade, <br/>saudi tells india sure you take the east i take the west</div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>To: Saudi Arabia<br/><br/>Thank you for the deal.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Meanwhile, in the invasion of Pakistan. <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">WESTERN FRONT - KARACHI, PAKISTAN</span><br/>When the invasion started, hell, the expeditional forces landed in the beach and the Pakistani army are already there, mounted with machine guns and then when the Pakistani forces fired their bullets, the Indian expeditional forces got killed one by one in any second and the expeditional forces takes cover and then thanks for the Japan that they give us the battleships, the battleships open fire where the Pakistani forces positioned and the enemy retreated to the city and the expeditional forces chased them down.<br/><br/>Meanwhile the Indian Imperial Air Force bombed down Karachi into fire and the expeditional forces stormed Karachi, within 7 hours of battle, India won within a decisive victory and captured the coastal city of Pakistan; Karachi.<br/><br/>Many casualties on both side; about estimated 3500 Indian expeditional forces has been killed, after the capture of Karachi, reinforcing Indian army has arrived in Karachi.<br/>--<br/><br/>Meanwhile, the Indian Imperial Armed Forces of Indus Regiment, they occupied the Eastern provinces of Pakistan because there is Pakistani army in the East retreated back to the capital of Pakistan; Islamabad to defend against India's supreme invaders.<br/>--<br/>[ TOTAL REGIONS OF INDIAN IMPERIAL REPUBLIC ]<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bangladesh</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Myanmar</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ceylon (Sri Lanka)</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Nepal</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bhutan</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Pakistan (Southern and Eastern)</span></div></blockquote><br/>sorry india that deal is dead"
16045,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=350,2014-12-26T04:53:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Scrinia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22918870#p22918870"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22918301#p22918301"">wrote</a>:</cite>Saudi tells russia to mind its own business or we will end your precious oil trade, <br/>saudi tells india sure you take the east i take the west</div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>To: Saudi Arabia<br/><br/>Thank you for the deal.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Meanwhile, in the invasion of Pakistan. <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">WESTERN FRONT - KARACHI, PAKISTAN</span><br/>When the invasion started, hell, the expeditional forces landed in the beach and the Pakistani army are already there, mounted with machine guns and then when the Pakistani forces fired their bullets, the Indian expeditional forces got killed one by one in any second and the expeditional forces takes cover and then thanks for the Japan that they give us the battleships, the battleships open fire where the Pakistani forces positioned and the enemy retreated to the city and the expeditional forces chased them down.<br/><br/>Meanwhile the Indian Imperial Air Force bombed down Karachi into fire and the expeditional forces stormed Karachi, within 7 hours of battle, India won within a decisive victory and captured the coastal city of Pakistan; Karachi.<br/><br/>Many casualties on both side; about estimated 3500 Indian expeditional forces has been killed, after the capture of Karachi, reinforcing Indian army has arrived in Karachi.<br/>--<br/><br/><br/>Meanwhile, the Indian Imperial Armed Forces of Indus Regiment, they occupied the Eastern provinces of Pakistan because there is Pakistani army in the East retreated back to the capital of Pakistan; Islamabad to defend against India's supreme invaders.<br/>--<br/>[ TOTAL REGIONS OF INDIAN IMPERIAL REPUBLIC ]<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bangladesh</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Myanmar</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ceylon (Sri Lanka)</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Nepal</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Bhutan</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Pakistan (Southern and Eastern)</span></div></blockquote><br/><br/>The takeover was Nepal, Bhutan, and Sri lanka was ignore by the OP."
16046,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=350,2014-12-26T04:53:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22912254#p22912254"">wrote</a>:</cite>ALL OF YOU. SRI LANKA, NEPAL, AND BHUTAN, ARE NOT CONQUERED. AMERICA, PLEASE, STOP FIGHTING.</div></blockquote>"
16047,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=350,2014-12-26T04:54:00,Scrinia,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Imperial China <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22918875#p22918875"">wrote</a>:</cite>All right after reading the extensive posts in this IC while I was gone, I have been noticing a bunch of amateurs and one-liners. The guy who is playing america is just a godmodder and ill ignore ALL of his posts for the rest of the IC. Second, I believe that the only two nations who actualy have posting experience and know how to properly RP, are me and Bendicion. Depending on what each nation says about mine ill ignore it or accept it. Oh and Kumb, you dude, you know nothing of how to properly RP and for starters I believe you haven't noticed but this is the 1990's, the US was not the overpowered nations it is today. Plus during this time Saudi Arabia controlled, distributed and produced a lot of oil, and the US bought that oil before the invasion of Iraq. I am a war history nerd so don't contradict me. Oh and Byzantium, stop it, really. You know and I know that Japan does't stand a chance against China. Not in the 1990's and not now. During this time actually, the United States had a base in Japan and Japan relied a lot in the United States in order to return to its original self.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Beijing</span><br/><br/><br/>The Premier has announced that he will request an alliance with India, Japan and Australia. He also added that if Japan were to accept this request they may have the Manchurian region for $2.2 billion.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>We will accept the alliance if we want to purchase the Tibetan region for $1.5 billion."
16048,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=350,2014-12-26T04:54:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Imperial China <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22918875#p22918875"">wrote</a>:</cite>All right after reading the extensive posts in this IC while I was gone, I have been noticing a bunch of amateurs and one-liners. The guy who is playing america is just a godmodder and ill ignore ALL of his posts for the rest of the IC. Second, I believe that the only two nations who actualy have posting experience and know how to properly RP, are me and Bendicion. Depending on what each nation says about mine ill ignore it or accept it. Oh and Kumb, you dude, you know nothing of how to properly RP and for starters I believe you haven't noticed but this is the 1990's, the US was not the overpowered nations it is today. Plus during this time Saudi Arabia controlled, distributed and produced a lot of oil, and the US bought that oil before the invasion of Iraq. I am a war history nerd so don't contradict me. Oh and Byzantium, stop it, really. You know and I know that Japan does't stand a chance against China. Not in the 1990's and not now. During this time actually, the United States had a base in Japan and Japan relied a lot in the United States in order to return to its original self.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Beijing</span><br/><br/>The Premier has announced that he will request an alliance with India, Japan and Australia. He also added that if Japan were to accept this request they may have the Manchurian region for $2.2 billion.</div></blockquote><br/>occ: thank you also i have played many rps as well as togeria we just like to play casual rps which means one liners are allowed to an extent. this is a communist bloc based rp. once again thank you"
16049,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=350,2014-12-26T04:55:00,Scrinia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22918888#p22918888"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22912254#p22912254"">wrote</a>:</cite>ALL OF YOU. SRI LANKA, NEPAL, AND BHUTAN, ARE NOT CONQUERED. AMERICA, PLEASE, STOP FIGHTING.</div></blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/>While your goddamn offline, I already conquered those three countries RPly, one by one, post to post, now, you can shut up now."
16050,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=350,2014-12-26T04:56:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Scrinia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22918898#p22918898"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22918888#p22918888"">wrote</a>:</cite></div></blockquote><br/><br/>While your goddamn offline, I already conquered those three countries RPly, one by one, post to post, now, you can shut up now.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>Nah."
16051,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=350,2014-12-26T04:57:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22918896#p22918896"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The New Imperial China <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22918875#p22918875"">wrote</a>:</cite>All right after reading the extensive posts in this IC while I was gone, I have been noticing a bunch of amateurs and one-liners. The guy who is playing america is just a godmodder and ill ignore ALL of his posts for the rest of the IC. Second, I believe that the only two nations who actualy have posting experience and know how to properly RP, are me and Bendicion. Depending on what each nation says about mine ill ignore it or accept it. Oh and Kumb, you dude, you know nothing of how to properly RP and for starters I believe you haven't noticed but this is the 1990's, the US was not the overpowered nations it is today. Plus during this time Saudi Arabia controlled, distributed and produced a lot of oil, and the US bought that oil before the invasion of Iraq. I am a war history nerd so don't contradict me. Oh and Byzantium, stop it, really. You know and I know that Japan does't stand a chance against China. Not in the 1990's and not now. During this time actually, the United States had a base in Japan and Japan relied a lot in the United States in order to return to its original self.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Beijing</span><br/><br/>The Premier has announced that he will request an alliance with India, Japan and Australia. He also added that if Japan were to accept this request they may have the Manchurian region for $2.2 billion.</div></blockquote><br/>occ: thank you also i have played many rps as well as togeria we just like to play casual rps which means one liners are allowed to an extent. this is a communist bloc based rp. once again thank you</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>Me too, I have done a lot of Roleplaying with Togeria, and yes we do a lot of one liner."
16052,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=350,2014-12-26T04:57:00,Badassistanian,Saudi Arabia begins to work on gaining new alliances and trade partners. we ask china and Australia for trade alliances and small military support. we say these deals would strengthen our nations relations and usher a new age of peace and harmony.
16053,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=350,2014-12-26T04:58:00,Kumbhalgarh,Alright i am gonna nuke Saudi.
16054,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=350,2014-12-26T04:58:00,The New Byzantine,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Imperial China <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22918875#p22918875"">wrote</a>:</cite>All right after reading the extensive posts in this IC while I was gone, I have been noticing a bunch of amateurs and one-liners. The guy who is playing america is just a godmodder and ill ignore ALL of his posts for the rest of the IC. Second, I believe that the only two nations who actualy have posting experience and know how to properly RP, are me and Bendicion. Depending on what each nation says about mine ill ignore it or accept it. Oh and Kumb, you dude, you know nothing of how to properly RP and for starters I believe you haven't noticed but this is the 1990's, the US was not the overpowered nations it is today. Plus during this time Saudi Arabia controlled, distributed and produced a lot of oil, and the US bought that oil before the invasion of Iraq. I am a war history nerd so don't contradict me. Oh and Byzantium, stop it, really. You know and I know that Japan does't stand a chance against China. Not in the 1990's and not now. During this time actually, the United States had a base in Japan and Japan relied a lot in the United States in order to return to its original self.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Beijing</span><br/><br/><br/>The Premier has announced that he will request an alliance with India, Japan and Australia. He also added that if Japan were to accept this request they may have the Manchurian region for $2.2 billion.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Japan finally accepts the deal, 'alliance' with purchasing the Manchurian region, we purchase it with $2.2 billion and Japan's attitude towards imperialist China is now<span style=""color: #00FF80"">VERY FRIENDLY</span>.<br/><br/>My forces moved to this new region; Manchuria, southern Manchuria will become a Japanese-defended state while northern Manchuria will become a free-state, Japan promise that Manchuria will become one of the richest cities in the world.<br/><br/>OOC: Okay, you win man<img alt="":("" src=""./images/smilies/sm_sad.gif"" title=""Sadface""/>but time will come you know<img alt="";)"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_wink.gif"" title=""Wink""/>"
16055,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=350,2014-12-26T04:58:00,Badassistanian,we ask for an alliance and trade agreement with India.
16056,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=350,2014-12-26T04:59:00,The New Imperial China,"Your welcome. If anyone had any war history questions concerning your nation, don't hesitate to ask.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Beijing</span><br/><br/>The Premier has accepted this deal. China requests permission to send troops to aid the Indian army in their conquest of the Middle East. He has also added that India, Japan, The Soviet Union and China must ally and cooperate in order to beat our common enemies."
16057,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=350,2014-12-26T05:00:00,The New Imperial China,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Byzantine <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22918918#p22918918"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The New Imperial China <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22918875#p22918875"">wrote</a>:</cite>All right after reading the extensive posts in this IC while I was gone, I have been noticing a bunch of amateurs and one-liners. The guy who is playing america is just a godmodder and ill ignore ALL of his posts for the rest of the IC. Second, I believe that the only two nations who actualy have posting experience and know how to properly RP, are me and Bendicion. Depending on what each nation says about mine ill ignore it or accept it. Oh and Kumb, you dude, you know nothing of how to properly RP and for starters I believe you haven't noticed but this is the 1990's, the US was not the overpowered nations it is today. Plus during this time Saudi Arabia controlled, distributed and produced a lot of oil, and the US bought that oil before the invasion of Iraq. I am a war history nerd so don't contradict me. Oh and Byzantium, stop it, really. You know and I know that Japan does't stand a chance against China. Not in the 1990's and not now. During this time actually, the United States had a base in Japan and Japan relied a lot in the United States in order to return to its original self.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Beijing</span><br/><br/><br/>The Premier has announced that he will request an alliance with India, Japan and Australia. He also added that if Japan were to accept this request they may have the Manchurian region for $2.2 billion.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Japan finally accepts the deal, 'alliance' with purchasing the Manchurian region, we purchase it with $2.2 billion and Japan's attitude towards imperialist China is now <span style=""color: #00FF80"">VERY FRIENDLY</span>.<br/><br/>OOC: Okay, you win man <img alt="":("" src=""./images/smilies/sm_sad.gif"" title=""Sadface""/> but time will come you know <img alt="";)"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_wink.gif"" title=""Wink""/></div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC: You can't invade me and you know that."
16058,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=350,2014-12-26T05:02:00,Badassistanian,we once again ask for an alliance with china and trade agreement hoping to usher a new age of peace and harmony.
16059,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=350,2014-12-26T05:04:00,Scrinia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22918920#p22918920"">wrote</a>:</cite>we ask for an alliance and trade agreement with India.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>We accept the alliance and trade agreement with India.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>The New Imperial China <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22918920#p22918920"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Premier has accepted this deal. China requests permission to send troops to aid the Indian army in their conquest of the Middle East. He has also added that India, Japan, The Soviet Union and China must ally and cooperate in order to beat our common enemies.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Permission denied because India isn't interested on Middle East but we accept the alliance with imperialist China.<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>To Japan:<br/><br/>Emperor Akihito, is the Secret Plan will be continued?</div></blockquote>"
16060,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=350,2014-12-26T05:05:00,Kumbhalgarh,The nuke is fired as the the sound of an explosion rings the ears of the American men. The nuclear bomb had exploded on Saudi.
16061,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=350,2014-12-26T05:06:00,Gruneles,The reason I'm doing one liners is cause im on iPad.
16062,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=375,2014-12-26T05:08:00,The New Byzantine,"<blockquote><div><cite>Scrinia my love <img alt="":)"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_smile.gif"" title=""Smile""/> wrote:</cite><br/>To India:<br/><br/>""Yes, Mister President, we will continue the Secret Plan but we will unleash the Secret Plan in the right place and the right time.""<br/><br/>- Emperor Akihito</div></blockquote>"
16063,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=375,2014-12-26T05:09:00,The New Byzantine,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22918957#p22918957"">wrote</a>:</cite>The nuke is fired as the the sound of an explosion rings the ears of the American men. The nuclear bomb had exploded on Saudi.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>lol<img alt="":clap:"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_clap.gif"" title=""Applause""/>"
16064,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=375,2014-12-26T05:11:00,Bendicion,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Imperial China <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22918875#p22918875"">wrote</a>:</cite>All right after reading the extensive posts in this IC while I was gone, I have been noticing a bunch of amateurs and one-liners. The guy who is playing america is just a godmodder and ill ignore ALL of his posts for the rest of the IC. Second, I believe that the only two nations who actualy have posting experience and know how to properly RP, are me and Bendicion. Depending on what each nation says about mine ill ignore it or accept it. Oh and Kumb, you dude, you know nothing of how to properly RP and for starters I believe you haven't noticed but this is the 1990's, the US was not the overpowered nations it is today. Plus during this time Saudi Arabia controlled, distributed and produced a lot of oil, and the US bought that oil before the invasion of Iraq. I am a war history nerd so don't contradict me. Oh and Byzantium, stop it, really. You know and I know that Japan does't stand a chance against China. Not in the 1990's and not now. During this time actually, the United States had a base in Japan and Japan relied a lot in the United States in order to return to its original self.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Beijing</span><br/><br/>The Premier has announced that he will request an alliance with India, Japan and Australia. He also added that if Japan were to accept this request they may have the Manchurian region for $2.2 billion.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Thanks for the Compliment!But if I want to,I would've really been a oneliner,my posts are all oneliners bunched together so to save space.But like thr others I've played with Togeria who acceots one liners.But ill be not doing one liners of this time.I lovr my part as a economic riser while others war mongers."
16065,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=375,2014-12-26T05:11:00,Scrinia,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Byzantine <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22918967#p22918967"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Scrinia my love <img alt="":)"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_smile.gif"" title=""Smile""/> wrote:</cite><br/>To India:<br/><br/>""Yes, Mister President, we will continue the Secret Plan but we will unleash the Secret Plan in the right place and the right time.""<br/><br/>- Emperor Akihito</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC: My name <img alt="":eek:"" src=""./images/smilies/icon_e_surprised.gif"" title=""Surprised""/> anyways love u too Byzantine <img alt="":kiss:"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_kiss.gif"" title=""Kiss""/> LOL<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>The New Byzantine <img alt="":blush:"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_blush.gif"" title=""Blush""/> wrote:</cite><br/>We replied: ""Okay.""</div></blockquote></div></blockquote>"
16066,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=375,2014-12-26T05:15:00,The New Imperial China,"Due to this attack against a neutral nation, China condemns it and cuts all trading with the US including oil trade. China insists that all nations that trade with america to make embargoes against the country."
16067,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=375,2014-12-26T05:16:00,Badassistanian,Saudi begins to grow its military even further with the money coming from the recent trade agreement with India we thank them
16068,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=375,2014-12-26T05:16:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Imperial China <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22918997#p22918997"">wrote</a>:</cite>Due to this attack against a neutral nation, China condemns it and cuts all trading with the US including oil trade. China insists that all nations that trade with america to make embargoes against the country.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>Saudi is already destroyed completely"
16069,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=375,2014-12-26T05:18:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22919001#p22919001"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The New Imperial China <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22918997#p22918997"">wrote</a>:</cite>Due to this attack against a neutral nation, China condemns it and cuts all trading with the US including oil trade. China insists that all nations that trade with america to make embargoes against the country.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>Saudi is already destroyed completely</div></blockquote><br/>one bomb can not take out all of saudi but only one city id thats not god mode i dont know what is"
16070,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=375,2014-12-26T05:19:00,Tractionisia,"Philippines broke the alliance and trade agreement with the United States; even if they are a former American colony, they broke the alliance as the relations become harsh between the Philippines and the United States.<br/><br/>Economy is rising; squatter villagers has been replaced into a house subdivision but still those house is own by the squatter villagers.<br/><br/>The Philippine Expeditional Forces has arrived in Sabah and invade it without knowing to the Malaysian authorities."
16071,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=375,2014-12-26T05:19:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22919006#p22919006"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22919001#p22919001"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><br/>Saudi is already destroyed completely</div></blockquote><br/>one bomb can not take out all of saudi but only one city id thats not god mode i dont know what is</div></blockquote><br/><br/>ITS A NUKE."
16072,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=375,2014-12-26T05:20:00,Badassistanian,"saudia with nuclear icbms given from russia arms them and turns the keys, one to new york and one to washington D.C."
16073,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=375,2014-12-26T05:20:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22919015#p22919015"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22919006#p22919006"">wrote</a>:</cite>one bomb can not take out all of saudi but only one city id thats not god mode i dont know what is</div></blockquote><br/><br/>ITS A NUKE.</div></blockquote><br/>apparently you dont know how nukes work"
16074,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=375,2014-12-26T05:21:00,Bendicion,"AA is now going flights from Melbourne-Beijinh,Mel-Nanking,Mel-Okinawa,Mel-Chiang,Mel-Kuala Lumpur.These flights are made after AA received all new MD-93's.A purchase for 3 A300's were already made.<br/><br/>As for Solomon Islands,the government is reorganized under Military Rule,the first Australian sponsored elections are made and 30 schools are constructed.<br/>Pacific Cruise Lines are planning Solomon to be its hub destination.<br/>to fund all these developments,the givernment gets money from exports to African countries and mining minerals.<br/><br/>As of this time,Australian participation in 3 out of the 13 countries granted AEAC Loans are now evident.Australia now governs indirectly through loans the following countries:Tanzania,Madagascar and Malawi.In these countries,Australian citizens control Major government positions and economic keys.These countires are est to buy Australian goods at worth of $40M/week."
16075,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=375,2014-12-26T05:21:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22919019#p22919019"">wrote</a>:</cite>saudia with nuclear icbms given from russia arms them and turns the keys, one to new york and one to washington D.C.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>NO. DUDE. YOU CAN'T JUST NUKE 2 HUGE CITIES IN ONE POST. AND YOU DONT EVEN HAVE NUKES. EVEN WITH RUSSIA'S HELP IT WOULD TAKE A LONG TIME. I AM CALLING THE MODS."
16076,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=375,2014-12-26T05:22:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22919027#p22919027"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22919019#p22919019"">wrote</a>:</cite>saudia with nuclear icbms given from russia arms them and turns the keys, one to new york and one to washington D.C.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>NO. DUDE. YOU CAN'T JUST NUKE 2 HUGE CITIES IN ONE POST. AND YOU DONT EVEN HAVE NUKES. EVEN WITH RUSSIA'S HELP IT WOULD TAKE A LONG TIME. I AM CALLING THE MODS.</div></blockquote><br/>russia helped me build the facilities and gave them to me read the posts"
16077,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=375,2014-12-26T05:23:00,The New Imperial China,"All right lets agree on something, and i'd like to put it to vote. Who agrees to ignore Kumb?"
16078,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=375,2014-12-26T05:23:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Imperial China <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22919033#p22919033"">wrote</a>:</cite>All right lets agree on something, and i'd like to put it to vote. Who agrees to ignore Kumb?</div></blockquote><br/>I"
16079,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=375,2014-12-26T05:23:00,Bendicion,AA now cancels flights to Philippines as the Commonwealth seriously condemns such an act of invasion.All Philippine Assets in Australia are frozen and Filipino OFWs are deported.<br/><br/>OOC:Philipines cant just invade a country backed by Britain.That's hard!Hiw many troops do you even have to take on Malaysia?
16080,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=375,2014-12-26T05:25:00,Badassistanian,the king has decided that all Saudi expansion has ended. all Saudi claimed lands have been gained we think our allies for help in completing this goal.
16081,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=375,2014-12-26T05:27:00,Tractionisia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bendicion <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22919036#p22919036"">wrote</a>:</cite>AA now cancels flights to Philippines as the Commonwealth seriously condemns such an act of invasion.All Philippine Assets in Australia are frozen and Filipino OFWs are deported.<br/><br/>OOC:Philipines cant just invade a country backed by Britain.That's hard!Hiw many troops do you even have to take on Malaysia?</div></blockquote><br/><br/>We tell Australia that it's not an act of invasion plus we don't have an interest in Malaysia.<br/><br/>OOC: We just occupied Sabah we don't want to continue moving forward on Malaysian territories besides Sabah is a former Philippine region but when Americans arrived on ze Philippines, Britain purchased Sabah and yea"
16082,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=375,2014-12-26T05:30:00,Badassistanian,Saudi requests a trade agreement and alliance with the Philippines to usher an era of peace.
16083,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=375,2014-12-26T05:31:00,The New Imperial China,Does anyone else agree?
16084,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=375,2014-12-26T05:41:00,Bendicion,OOC:Philippines has made an act of war against Malaysia.Sabah is Malaysian territory.Yes Philippines once owned it.But referendums were held in Sabah if they wanted Malaysia or Phils.They picked Malaysia and became Malaysian territory so what you did is invasion!<br/><br/>Australia starts mobilizing for war if it tries to help Malaysia.
16085,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=375,2014-12-26T06:04:00,Tractionisia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bendicion <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22919103#p22919103"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC:Philippines has made an act of war against Malaysia.Sabah is Malaysian territory.Yes Philippines once owned it.But referendums were held in Sabah if they wanted Malaysia or Phils.They picked Malaysia and became Malaysian territory so what you did is invasion!<br/><br/>Australia starts mobilizing for war if it tries to help Malaysia.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC: Okay and also Malaysia is a NPC one not a player one.<br/><br/>We tell Australia that we already purchased the Sabah region from Malaysia about $9.5 million."
16086,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=375,2014-12-26T06:14:00,Bendicion,"Ooc:Hayy...Philippines, Malaysia wouldn't easily sell Sabah at that price and even if you tried buying it,Malaysia would always fight for it.<br/><br/>And Philippines has not a great amount of money like 9.5M,if you attempted to buy it,riots would occur in Phils as Philippines was agricultural dominated in 1991.Especially after America pulled troops from Subic."
16087,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=400,2014-12-26T07:11:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"Kumb, stop the godmodding or a kick from the game. If you nuked Saudi Arabia, he can nuke you."
16088,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=400,2014-12-26T07:18:00,Nogay Islamic Empire,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Presidential Palace Topkapi, Istanbul</span><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://img2.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20140106082332/cnc/images/7/7f/YR_Michael_Dugan_1.jpg""/><br/>President Mustafa Kara Suleiman<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">From: President of Republic Turkish<br/>To: Leader of Soviet Union<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">METO me as chairman, I want the leader of the Soviet Union, signed the Treaty Bayaklar, I created this agreement to stop the war.<br/><br/>AGREEMENT BAYAKLAR<br/>1. I as the President of Turkey, I want stop the war<br/>2. The territory of Crimea will be returned to the Soviet Union<br/>3. Soviet forces in the territory of Turkey, or METO member states, are required to retreat original kewilayah<br/>4. whereas the territory of Afghanistan, the Soviet Union still be allowed to hold the reins of government, but with one condition, namely, Afghanistan must be a member METO<br/>5. if the conditions that had been approved, then we will stop the mujahideen insurgency<br/><br/>signed<br/><br/>President Kara Mustafa Suleiman</span></blockquote>"
16089,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=400,2014-12-26T07:24:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22919398#p22919398"">wrote</a>:</cite>Kumb, stop the godmodding or a kick from the game. If you nuked Saudi Arabia, he can nuke you.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>He doesnt have nukes, and it would take SAUDI ARABIA a decade to get Nuclear technology even with Russia helping him."
16090,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=400,2014-12-26T07:34:00,Tractionisia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bendicion <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22919207#p22919207"">wrote</a>:</cite>Ooc:Hayy...Philippines, Malaysia wouldn't easily sell Sabah at that price and even if you tried buying it,Malaysia would always fight for it.<br/><br/>And Philippines has not a great amount of money like 9.5M,if you attempted to buy it,riots would occur in Phils as Philippines was agricultural dominated in 1991.Especially after America pulled troops from Subic.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC: I know BUT this is an altered timeline. Philippines is still under from the Marcos regime and Ferdinand Marcos wasnt overthrown in 1986 due to the failure peaceful revolution. Do you know that during the Marcos regime in the Philippines; Philippines was a powerful nation in Southeast Asia, militaristic nation and a richest nation next to Japan? Deal with it."
16091,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=400,2014-12-26T07:35:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Tractionisia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22919465#p22919465"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Bendicion <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22919207#p22919207"">wrote</a>:</cite>Ooc:Hayy...Philippines, Malaysia wouldn't easily sell Sabah at that price and even if you tried buying it,Malaysia would always fight for it.<br/><br/>And Philippines has not a great amount of money like 9.5M,if you attempted to buy it,riots would occur in Phils as Philippines was agricultural dominated in 1991.Especially after America pulled troops from Subic.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC: I know BUT this is an altered timeline. Philippines is still under from the Marcos regime and Ferdinand Marcos wasnt overthrown in 1986 due to the failure peaceful revolution. Do you know that during the Marcos regime in the Philippines; Philippines was a powerful nation in Southeast Asia, militaristic nation and a richest nation next to Japan? Deal with it.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>Japan was rebuilding from war, it was kinda poor."
16092,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=400,2014-12-26T07:36:00,The New Imperial China,"In China, the government continues its welfare programs. Agriculture is taken over by the government and profits are divided between farmers and the government. Premier Yingpei has announced that China will now go through some extreme reforms, including the type of government. Yingpei has created a new form of government which he calls Yingpeism, he has claimed it is a one-party constitutional communist republic and that it will not affect China so much. He has also announced that he will lower the military budget by $678 million and that money will be used for the construction of modern buildings in villages and other poor towns. He has also announced that more production factories will be built in Shanghai and other provinces in China. Also the military will start training exercises in the East China Sea and in other provinces in China."
16093,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=400,2014-12-26T07:39:00,Scrinia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22919398#p22919398"">wrote</a>:</cite>Kumb, stop the godmodding or a kick from the game. If you nuked Saudi Arabia, he can nuke you.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Can you even kick this guy? He needs to improve his damn roleplay with nations. He needs to be stop godmodding and plus he is not fit in the role as US."
16094,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=400,2014-12-26T07:41:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Scrinia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22919488#p22919488"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22919398#p22919398"">wrote</a>:</cite>Kumb, stop the godmodding or a kick from the game. If you nuked Saudi Arabia, he can nuke you.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Can you even kick this guy? He needs to improve his damn roleplay with nations. He needs to be stop godmodding and plus he is not fit in the role as US.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>i am better than you, mind you. i have had some fantastic roleplays in the past. Also i godmodded because Saudi pissed me off, and also your not fit for the role of India. India was never communism."
16095,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=400,2014-12-26T07:42:00,Scrinia,"We request a trade agreement with the Philippines.<br/><br/>---<br/><br/>Also, the Pakistani government actually surrenders after the Indian army occupied the 4 major cities. Pakistan has no choice but to join the Imperial Republic.<br/><br/>--<br/><br/>We ask a request to China if we can purchase the Tibetan Autonomous Region for $6.6 million."
16096,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=400,2014-12-26T07:42:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Scrinia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22919503#p22919503"">wrote</a>:</cite>We request a trade agreement with the Philippines.<br/><br/>---<br/><br/>Also, the Pakistani government actually surrenders after the Indian army occupied the 4 major cities. Pakistan has no choice but to join the Imperial Republic.<br/><br/>--<br/><br/>We ask a request to China if we can purchase the Tibetan Autonomous Region for $6.6 million.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>Also, Pakistan cannot be defeated in less than 8 posts. Its so unrealistic."
16097,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=400,2014-12-26T07:44:00,Scrinia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22919501#p22919501"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Scrinia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22919488#p22919488"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Can you even kick this guy? He needs to improve his damn roleplay with nations. He needs to be stop godmodding and plus he is not fit in the role as US.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>i am better than you, mind you. i have had some fantastic roleplays in the past. Also i godmodded because Saudi pissed me off, and also your not fit for the role of India. India was never communism.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Better than me? LOL, I roleplay with many kinds of genres; horror, misc, nation, and interactive single roleplay. I'm an improved RPer plus India fits my role and India is an Imperial Republic not a goddamn commie you dumbass imbecile"
16098,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=400,2014-12-26T07:45:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Scrinia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22919522#p22919522"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22919501#p22919501"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>i am better than you, mind you. i have had some fantastic roleplays in the past. Also i godmodded because Saudi pissed me off, and also your not fit for the role of India. India was never communism.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Better than me? LOL, I roleplay with many kinds of genres; horror, misc, nation, and interactive single roleplay. I'm an improved RPer plus India fits my role and India is an Imperial Republic not a goddamn commie you dumbass imbecile</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>You've only had 29 posts, bro."
16099,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=400,2014-12-26T07:45:00,Scrinia,"hey kumbdumb it's the best not to join this game because your a dumbass imbecile kid, it's the best to ignore u lol"
16100,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=400,2014-12-26T07:47:00,Scrinia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22919533#p22919533"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Scrinia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22919522#p22919522"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Better than me? LOL, I roleplay with many kinds of genres; horror, misc, nation, and interactive single roleplay. I'm an improved RPer plus India fits my role and India is an Imperial Republic not a goddamn commie you dumbass imbecile</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>You've only had 29 posts, bro.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>lol I've been in different kinds of role playing forums and idc about the posts, I care about ur immature attitude"
16101,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=400,2014-12-26T07:47:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Scrinia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22919537#p22919537"">wrote</a>:</cite>hey kumbdumb it's the best not to join this game because your a dumbass imbecile kid, it's the best to ignore u lol</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/><br/><br/>All you do is capture nations in one post. I RP a battle out."
16102,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=400,2014-12-26T07:49:00,The New Byzantine,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22919545#p22919545"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Scrinia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22919537#p22919537"">wrote</a>:</cite>hey kumbdumb it's the best not to join this game because your a dumbass imbecile kid, it's the best to ignore u lol</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/><br/><br/>All you do is capture nations in one post. I RP a battle out.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Stop the fight!!"
16103,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=400,2014-12-26T08:08:00,Bendicion,"Australia starts a campaign against Vanuatu.5,000 troops will attack.21 ships."
16104,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=400,2014-12-26T08:53:00,The New Imperial China,"A message from Premier Liang Yingpei to Australia:<br/><br/>I am aware of our probable cultural differences and probably you consider us inferior because of our war like country. But we are also merchants and we can produce lots of materials. We wish for a mutual defense pact and an alliance. I fear that Japan might try to invade us once again, and I need allies in order to successfully defeat them once and for all."
16105,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=400,2014-12-26T09:03:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,Stop the fight!
16106,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=400,2014-12-26T10:18:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nogay Islamic Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22919423#p22919423"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Presidential Palace Topkapi, Istanbul</span><br/><br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://img2.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20140106082332/cnc/images/7/7f/YR_Michael_Dugan_1.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/>President Mustafa Kara Suleiman<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">From: President of Republic Turkish<br/>To: Leader of Soviet Union<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">METO me as chairman, I want the leader of the Soviet Union, signed the Treaty Bayaklar, I created this agreement to stop the war.<br/><br/>AGREEMENT BAYAKLAR<br/>1. I as the President of Turkey, I want stop the war<br/>2. The territory of Crimea will be returned to the Soviet Union<br/>3. Soviet forces in the territory of Turkey, or METO member states, are required to retreat original kewilayah<br/>4. whereas the territory of Afghanistan, the Soviet Union still be allowed to hold the reins of government, but with one condition, namely, Afghanistan must be a member METO<br/>5. if the conditions that had been approved, then we will stop the mujahideen insurgency<br/><br/>signed<br/><br/>President Kara Mustafa Suleiman</span></blockquote></div></blockquote><br/>We agree."
16107,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=400,2014-12-26T10:19:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bendicion <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22919657#p22919657"">wrote</a>:</cite>Australia starts a campaign against Vanuatu.5,000 troops will attack.21 ships.</div></blockquote><br/>The USSR supports Australia."
16108,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=400,2014-12-26T10:19:00,Kumbhalgarh,Can I switch to Britian?
16109,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=400,2014-12-26T10:26:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22920334#p22920334"">wrote</a>:</cite>Can I switch to Britian?</div></blockquote><br/>The person who did have it hasnt posted, so yes. But don't godmod...."
16110,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=400,2014-12-26T11:38:00,Togeria,"With the new territory's, Germany begins to spread its populace out, and build infrastructure. They begin building cars, along with plane parts, as Germany wishes to buy more iron deposits for their steel industry. Germany is expecting to become one of, if not the top power in Europe in the next couple of years."
16111,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=400,2014-12-26T11:57:00,Furstia,Argentina would like to establish new commercial pacts with the USSR.
16112,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=425,2014-12-26T11:57:00,Arvenia,Mexico enjoys cockfighting and no-drug policy.
16113,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=425,2014-12-26T11:57:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"The map won't work, so someone else can make one."
16114,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=425,2014-12-26T11:59:00,Furstia,I can make one but someone needs to tell me every single territorial change.
16115,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=425,2014-12-26T12:00:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Furstia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22921025#p22921025"">wrote</a>:</cite>I can make one but someone needs to tell me every single territorial change.</div></blockquote><br/>Soviet Union consists of:<br/>Half of Poland(Eastern)<br/>Greece<br/>Bulgaria<br/>Romania<br/>Rest of Soviet Union(All SSRs)<br/>Iran"
16116,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=425,2014-12-26T12:02:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Furstia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22921000#p22921000"">wrote</a>:</cite>Argentina would like to establish new commercial pacts with the USSR.</div></blockquote><br/>We agree."
16117,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=425,2014-12-26T12:03:00,Furstia,Ok. Starting right now.
16118,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=425,2014-12-26T12:07:00,Badassistanian,"my territory's: Saudi Arabia, omen, Yemen, Syria, Jordon, Israel, Egypt, Kuwait , Iraq, and the small nation above israel( I forgot the name)<br/>the small country is Lebanon."
16119,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=425,2014-12-26T12:08:00,Kumbhalgarh,"Alright so I switched to Britian and my terrotories are: Britian, South Africa, and Belgium"
16120,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=425,2014-12-26T12:12:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Furstia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22921025#p22921025"">wrote</a>:</cite>I can make one but someone needs to tell me every single territorial change.</div></blockquote><br/>German Fourth Reich<br/>Germany<br/>Western Poland<br/>Austria<br/>Czechoslovakia"
16121,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=425,2014-12-26T12:17:00,Furstia,"IC:<br/>Argentina would like to engage in peace talks with Great Britain about a possible change of sovereignty over the disputed Falkland, South Georgia and South Sandwich Islands.<br/><br/>OCC:<br/>Thanks for the refenrences guys, the map is looking good so far."
16122,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=425,2014-12-26T12:21:00,Kumbhalgarh,"Britian Grants Argentina its request terrotories, and asks Argentina for a huge trading alliance.<br/><br/>Britian also sends messages to the rest of the countries of the world, requesting non agression, and trade agreements."
16123,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=425,2014-12-26T12:22:00,Badassistanian,Saudi issues a huge right to the people since major Jewish and Islamic country's are under Saudis control we give the people religious freedom or the ability to choose what to believe in.
16124,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=425,2014-12-26T12:24:00,Furstia,"IC:<br/>Argentina accepts the trading and non agression offers from Great Britain<br/><br/>OCC:<br/>The Map<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i.cubeupload.com/TlYLHg.png"" rel=""nofollow"">http://i.cubeupload.com/TlYLHg.png</a>"
16125,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=425,2014-12-26T12:26:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Furstia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22921172#p22921172"">wrote</a>:</cite>IC:<br/>Argentina accepts the trading and non agression offers from Great Britain<br/><br/>OCC:<br/>The Map<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i.cubeupload.com/TlYLHg.png"" rel=""nofollow"">http://i.cubeupload.com/TlYLHg.png</a></div></blockquote><br/>occ: my territory is spot on"
16126,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=425,2014-12-26T12:27:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Furstia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22921172#p22921172"">wrote</a>:</cite>IC:<br/>Argentina accepts the trading and non agression offers from Great Britain<br/><br/>OCC:<br/>The Map<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i.cubeupload.com/TlYLHg.png"" rel=""nofollow"">http://i.cubeupload.com/TlYLHg.png</a></div></blockquote><br/><br/>You forgot to add Ireland in mine."
16127,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=425,2014-12-26T12:29:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22921187#p22921187"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Furstia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22921172#p22921172"">wrote</a>:</cite>IC:<br/>Argentina accepts the trading and non agression offers from Great Britain<br/><br/>OCC:<br/>The Map<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i.cubeupload.com/TlYLHg.png"" rel=""nofollow"">http://i.cubeupload.com/TlYLHg.png</a></div></blockquote><br/><br/>You forgot to add Ireland in mine.</div></blockquote><br/>Ireland is independent from the UK. It's Northern Ireland."
16128,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=425,2014-12-26T12:29:00,Badassistanian,We tell Russia not to make moves on the emirate as it is a country I wish to keep free until I decide to bring it into the empire.
16129,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=425,2014-12-26T12:30:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22921200#p22921200"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22921187#p22921187"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>You forgot to add Ireland in mine.</div></blockquote><br/>Ireland is independent from the UK. It's Northern Ireland.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>Then we will take it over!"
16130,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=425,2014-12-26T12:31:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,Soviets also have all of Scandinavia and Netherlands.
16131,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=425,2014-12-26T12:32:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22921208#p22921208"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22921200#p22921200"">wrote</a>:</cite>Ireland is independent from the UK. It's Northern Ireland.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>Then we will take it over!</div></blockquote><br/>we have no problem with Britains invasion of Ireland since it is there sovereign land."
16132,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=425,2014-12-26T12:32:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"We accept the british deals. We also say ""Okay"" to Saudi Arabia.<br/><br/>Year is now 1992.<br/>We invite Saudi Arabia, Great Britain, Germany, Argentina, China, Japan, Australia, and everyone else, to the Olympics."
16133,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=425,2014-12-26T12:35:00,Furstia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22921214#p22921214"">wrote</a>:</cite>Soviets also have all of Scandinavia and Netherlands.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Does that include Denmark?<br/><br/>IC:<br/>Argentina will send its best athletes to the Olympic Games. We are thankful for the invitation."
16134,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=425,2014-12-26T12:35:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22921221#p22921221"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22921208#p22921208"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><br/>Then we will take it over!</div></blockquote><br/>we have no problem with Britains invasion of Ireland since it is there sovereign land.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Moscow</span><br/>Vladimir Volkov was in his sitting room once again, with the fireplace warm. Suddenly, a messenger came in.<br/>""Britain is going to invade Ireland!"" said the messenger.<br/>""Hmm. Send this to them."" said Vladimir Volkov, writing up a letter.<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: United Kingdom of Great Britain &amp; Northern Ireland<br/>From: Union of Soviet Sovereign Republics<br/><br/>Greetings,<br/>We request you do not invade Ireland. If you refuse, we will place sanctions on your nation and request for the rest of the world to do the same.<br/><br/>From,<br/>Union of Soviet Sovereign Republics</blockquote>"
16135,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=425,2014-12-26T12:35:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Furstia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22921241#p22921241"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22921214#p22921214"">wrote</a>:</cite>Soviets also have all of Scandinavia and Netherlands.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Does that include Denmark?<br/><br/>IC:<br/>Argentina will send its best athletes to the Olympic Games. We are thankful for the invitation.</div></blockquote><br/>Yes, it does.<br/><br/>IC:<br/>We thank Argentina for accepting."
16136,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=425,2014-12-26T12:36:00,Kumbhalgarh,"Britian agrees to join the olympics, and also the british army peacefully annexes Ireland into the Empire."
16137,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=450,2014-12-26T12:36:00,Togeria,"Germany accepts, as they continue their conquest to become the top superpower, as since te borders of the form Reich is restored, and then some, the president wishes to recreate the borders of Holy Rome, as a invasion of northern Italy is being planned."
16138,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=450,2014-12-26T12:36:00,Arvenia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22921225#p22921225"">wrote</a>:</cite>We accept the british deals. We also say ""Okay"" to Saudi Arabia.<br/><br/>Year is now 1992.<br/>We invite Saudi Arabia, Great Britain, Germany, Argentina, China, Japan, Australia, and everyone else, to the Olympics.</div></blockquote><br/>Mexico accepts the invitation and will send it's best athletes to the Olympics."
16139,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=450,2014-12-26T12:37:00,Kumbhalgarh,"Irish president, mr. Goodluck Charm himself has decided to join the British Empire, and also as for the Russian Letter. I inform Soviet Union that Ireland itself has walked up to us, and requested to join our empire."
16140,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=450,2014-12-26T12:37:00,Badassistanian,Saudi believes in this time of high change in there culture and lifes agree to come to the Olympics as it would unify the nation together
16141,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=450,2014-12-26T12:38:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22921252#p22921252"">wrote</a>:</cite>Germany accepts, as they continue their conquest to become the top superpower, as since te borders of the form Reich is restored, and then some, the president wishes to recreate the borders of Holy Rome, as a invasion of northern Italy is being planned.</div></blockquote><br/>we support Germany in taking back there original lands we offer them an official alliance"
16142,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=450,2014-12-26T12:38:00,Kumbhalgarh,"British ships begin to bomb Spain, and Portugal, and more than 100,000 men invade the coasts of Spain and Portugal. The two nations, who are going through economical strain surrender to Britian and Join the Empire<br/><br/><br/>Britian Terrotories: Uk, Ireland, Wales, Scotland, South Africa, Spain, Portugal."
16143,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=450,2014-12-26T12:39:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22921267#p22921267"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22921252#p22921252"">wrote</a>:</cite>Germany accepts, as they continue their conquest to become the top superpower, as since te borders of the form Reich is restored, and then some, the president wishes to recreate the borders of Holy Rome, as a invasion of northern Italy is being planned.</div></blockquote><br/>we support Germany in taking back there original lands we offer them an official alliance</div></blockquote><br/>Germany accepts, and continues to work on its industry."
16144,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=450,2014-12-26T12:39:00,Kumbhalgarh,"Britian offers Germany, and Saudi Arabia an Allliance. Britian also sends fresh strawberries to Russia as a christmas present."
16145,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=450,2014-12-26T12:40:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22921281#p22921281"">wrote</a>:</cite>Britian offers Germany, and Saudi Arabia an Allliance. Britian also sends fresh strawberries to Russia as a christmas present.</div></blockquote><br/>saudi agrees to the allience"
16146,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=450,2014-12-26T12:41:00,Kumbhalgarh,"Britian sends strawberries to friendly nations as a christmas present. The british industry booms of growth as men and women work hard to develop the economy. Britian helps the poor, and support animal welfare. The government has also given 1 billion Pounds to the Animal welfare charity."
16147,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=450,2014-12-26T12:43:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,The USSR changes its national animal to the Siberian Cat.(Tiger)
16148,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=450,2014-12-26T12:44:00,Badassistanian,feeling the need to tie up lose ends a plan to take the emirate is devised. the plan is a newer version of the blitzkrieg tactics
16149,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=450,2014-12-26T12:44:00,Kumbhalgarh,Britian wants to know if Russian Premier Vladmir liked the strawberries.
16150,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=450,2014-12-26T12:45:00,Furstia,"IC:<br/>Tensions build up in the Argentine - Uruguayan border. 3 Argentine soldiers drowned in the Uruguayan margin of the homonym river when the Uruguayan Coast Guard failed to see that they were screaming for help. The Uruguayan authorities have refused to give explanations about the matter.<br/><br/>OOC:<br/>Map Updated.<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i.cubeupload.com/y6NiN5.png"" rel=""nofollow"">http://i.cubeupload.com/y6NiN5.png</a>"
16151,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=450,2014-12-26T12:45:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22921309#p22921309"">wrote</a>:</cite>Britian wants to know if Russian Premier Vladmir liked the strawberries.</div></blockquote><br/>We reply that he liked them."
16152,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=450,2014-12-26T12:46:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Furstia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22921312#p22921312"">wrote</a>:</cite>IC:<br/>Tensions build up in the Argentine - Uruguayan border. 3 Argentine soldiers drowned in the Uruguayan margin of the homonym river when the Uruguayan Coast Guard failed to see that they were screaming for help. The Uruguayan authorities have refused to give explanations about the matter.<br/><br/>OOC:<br/>Map Updated.<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i.cubeupload.com/y6NiN5.png"" rel=""nofollow"">http://i.cubeupload.com/y6NiN5.png</a></div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>You forgot to add Spain and portugal into mine, and also sorry if this is stressing you out."
16153,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=450,2014-12-26T12:46:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22921281#p22921281"">wrote</a>:</cite>Britian offers Germany, and Saudi Arabia an Allliance. Britian also sends fresh strawberries to Russia as a christmas present.</div></blockquote><br/>Germany accepts, and sends a gift of roses to its allies."
16154,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=450,2014-12-26T12:47:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"Add China on there as China and Mongolia, Japan on there as Korea and Japan, and also add Australia as Australia and Tasmania. Also put Canada on there as Canada."
16155,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=450,2014-12-26T12:47:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,Add Iceland to USSR also.
16156,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=450,2014-12-26T12:47:00,Badassistanian,"Saudi takes 100,000 troops to the emirates border we begin pounding there defensive with the newest military technology from Russia. we are able to break a hole in the defensive but lose 10,000 troops in the battle we begin to march towards the capital"
16157,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=450,2014-12-26T12:49:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,BREAKING NEWS:<br/>Vladimir Volkov has fallen gravely ill after eating the English Strawberries. The Supreme Soviet demands a explanation off the UK.
16158,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=450,2014-12-26T12:49:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22921314#p22921314"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22921309#p22921309"">wrote</a>:</cite>Britian wants to know if Russian Premier Vladmir liked the strawberries.</div></blockquote><br/>We reply that he liked them.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>British President Laughs, and takes a bite himself. The best british athletes are being sent to the olympics. Britian begins the invasion of Africa. All of the south African army equipped with British equipment are sent to attack various nations. Heavy firing takes place, and bombing is exchanged as the british south african army out-classes the africans. more than 4 nations now surrender. those nations are: Namibia, Botaswana, Zimbabwe, Mosambique, and Zambia<br/><br/>THE NEW BRITISH EMPIRE INCLUDES: Uk, wales, Ireland, Scotland, Spain, Portugal, Belgium, Namimbia, Botaswana, Zimbabwe, Mosambique, and Zambia."
16159,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=450,2014-12-26T12:50:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22921343#p22921343"">wrote</a>:</cite>BREAKING NEWS:<br/>Vladimir Volkov has fallen gravely ill after eating the English Strawberries. The Supreme Soviet demands a explanation off the UK.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>OOC: These were freshly plucked strawberries.<br/><br/><br/>IC: The english president apologizes, and says that these were freshly plucked no preservative, no pesticide grown strawberries."
16160,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=450,2014-12-26T12:51:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"BREAKING NEWS:<br/>The Supreme Soviet understands, and the best doctors start treating him."
16161,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=450,2014-12-26T12:52:00,Badassistanian,"THE ASSAULT OF ABU DHABI<br/>10,000 troops are dispacthed to take over the capital and win the war. using blitzkrieg tactics the troops rush the city caching it off guard and killing many soldiers. how ever 3,000 men are killed in the fight and an estimated 2,000 are injured. The rest of the military begins to capture military bases. the emirates fall"
16162,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=475,2014-12-26T12:53:00,Kumbhalgarh,"The british empire massively improves its Economy. Industries are upraged, and infrastructure is improving extremely fast across the empire."
16163,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=475,2014-12-26T12:53:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22921349#p22921349"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22921314#p22921314"">wrote</a>:</cite>We reply that he liked them.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>British President Laughs, and takes a bite himself. The best british athletes are being sent to the olympics. Britian begins the invasion of Africa. All of the south African army equipped with British equipment are sent to attack various nations. Heavy firing takes place, and bombing is exchanged as the british south african army out-classes the africans. more than 4 nations now surrender. those nations are: Namibia, Botaswana, Zimbabwe, Mosambique, and Zambia<br/><br/>THE NEW BRITISH EMPIRE INCLUDES: Uk, wales, Ireland, Scotland, Spain, Portugal, Belgium, Namimbia, Botaswana, Zimbabwe, Mosambique, and Zambia.</div></blockquote><br/>occ: no you cant do that you cant take 5 countrys in one post and lose no men"
16164,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=475,2014-12-26T12:54:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,WINNERS OF THE OLYMPICS:<br/>1st - Soviet Union<br/>2nd - Argentina<br/>3rd - Britain<br/>4th - Germany<br/>5th - Mexico<br/>6th - Saudi Arabia<br/><br/>DETERMINED BY A RANDOM PICKER.<br/><br/>IC:<br/>All nations are given 1 Billion USD in prize money.
16165,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=475,2014-12-26T12:55:00,Kumbhalgarh,"The British Army begins to bomb the African Nations, and attack few of them. They are unable to resist the oocupation and fall to the might of Britian. Famous Terrorist leader Abu Shabi is killed in battle against the British<br/><br/><br/>The British Empire now consists of: UK, IRELAND, WALES, SCOTLAND, SPAIN, PORTUGAL, BELGIUM, SOUTH AFRICA, MOSAMBIQUE, ZAMBIA, ZIMBABWE, NAMIBIA, BOTSWANA, ZAMBIA, ANGOLA, TANZANIA, AND ALL OF CONGO."
16166,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=475,2014-12-26T12:56:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22921384#p22921384"">wrote</a>:</cite>The British Army begins to bomb the African Nations, and attack few of them. They are unable to resist the oocupation and fall to the might of Britian. Famous Terrorist leader Abu Shabi is killed in battle against the British<br/><br/><br/>The British Empire now consists of: UK, IRELAND, WALES, SCOTLAND, SPAIN, PORTUGAL, BELGIUM, SOUTH AFRICA, MOSAMBIQUE, ZAMBIA, ZIMBABWE, NAMIBIA, BOTSWANA, ZAMBIA, ANGOLA, TANZANIA, AND ALL OF CONGO.</div></blockquote><br/>occ: hell no kick him DUP"
16167,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=475,2014-12-26T12:56:00,Kumbhalgarh,"The British casualites have come to a resounding 100,000 in the recent conquests, a public stir is caused. The British Prime minister explains to the public that, ""Now Britian is as powerful as Soviet Union, and as rich as Dubai."
16168,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=475,2014-12-26T12:57:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22921385#p22921385"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22921384#p22921384"">wrote</a>:</cite>The British Army begins to bomb the African Nations, and attack few of them. They are unable to resist the oocupation and fall to the might of Britian. Famous Terrorist leader Abu Shabi is killed in battle against the British<br/><br/><br/>The British Empire now consists of: UK, IRELAND, WALES, SCOTLAND, SPAIN, PORTUGAL, BELGIUM, SOUTH AFRICA, MOSAMBIQUE, ZAMBIA, ZIMBABWE, NAMIBIA, BOTSWANA, ZAMBIA, ANGOLA, TANZANIA, AND ALL OF CONGO.</div></blockquote><br/>occ: hell no kick him DUP</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>I lost more than 100k men. What do you think. I can't attack any more for atleast 3 more posts."
16169,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=475,2014-12-26T12:58:00,Kumbhalgarh,"Another report comes in and another shocker has arrived. Britian has sufered more than 1 billion dollars loss due to all the war. Also 50,000 British men were assaulted, and injured in Mosambique."
16170,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=475,2014-12-26T12:58:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22921393#p22921393"">wrote</a>:</cite>The British casualites have come to a resounding 100,000 in the recent conquests, a public stir is caused. The British Prime minister explains to the public that, ""Now Britian is as powerful as Soviet Union, and as rich as Dubai.</div></blockquote><br/>occ:no you cant do that even if you lose men you cant just conquer all of middle and southern Africa in one or two posts"
16171,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=475,2014-12-26T12:58:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: United Kingdom<br/>From: Soviet Union<br/><br/>Greetings,<br/>Withdraw from Spain and Portugal now. Or else.<br/><br/>From,<br/>Soviet Union</blockquote><br/><br/>It is now July 1992."
16172,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=475,2014-12-26T12:59:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22921401#p22921401"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22921393#p22921393"">wrote</a>:</cite>The British casualites have come to a resounding 100,000 in the recent conquests, a public stir is caused. The British Prime minister explains to the public that, ""Now Britian is as powerful as Soviet Union, and as rich as Dubai.</div></blockquote><br/>occ:no you cant do that even if you lose men you cant just conquer all of middle and southern Africa in one or two posts</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>I havent taken them over completely. I still need to defeat the terrorists, and calm the people down. I claim them, but I have no sovereign control. Chill out. Its an army occupation, not a political takeover."
16173,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=475,2014-12-26T13:00:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22921396#p22921396"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22921385#p22921385"">wrote</a>:</cite>occ: hell no kick him DUP</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>I lost more than 100k men. What do you think. I can't attack any more for atleast 3 more posts.</div></blockquote><br/>no you have conquered through god mode. dont say this is what i did all the countrys i took i did two posts for and laid down the strategy and how i took it you just walked in"
16174,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=475,2014-12-26T13:01:00,Kumbhalgarh,"A british Army of 1,000 work hard to end the resistance in Zambia. The army explains the importance of Education, Welfare, and Hygien to the people as they continue to work hard, and win the hearts of Zambians. The british men also promise the Zambians Defense from invaders."
16175,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=475,2014-12-26T13:01:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"Kumb, I must stick to my agreement. Sorry.<br/>Those in favour of throwing Kumb out, say I."
16176,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=475,2014-12-26T13:01:00,Kumbhalgarh,I REPEAT I HAVE NO SOVEREIGN CONTROL YET.
16177,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=475,2014-12-26T13:03:00,Furstia,"IC:<br/>The Argentine athletes are received with glory in their homeland! A stunning 2nd place after the Soviet Union.<br/><br/>January 1992. Argentina invades Uruguay with a large attack comprising 30,000 soldiers. Outnumbered, still the Uruguayans fiercely resist. A few months later, the Battle of Montevideo ends with plenty of casualties by the Argentine side as we have lost 1,600 men. Still, the Uruguayan Government has formally surrendered their country seeing no further alternatives."
16178,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=475,2014-12-26T13:03:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22921420#p22921420"">wrote</a>:</cite>Kumb, I must stick to my agreement. Sorry.<br/>Those in favour of throwing Kumb out, say I.</div></blockquote><br/>i"
16179,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=475,2014-12-26T13:04:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22921423#p22921423"">wrote</a>:</cite>I REPEAT I HAVE NO SOVEREIGN CONTROL YET.</div></blockquote><br/>you still have control of about half of africa after two posts"
16180,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=475,2014-12-26T13:04:00,Furstia,"OOC<br/><br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i.cubeupload.com/O9jUKl.png"" rel=""nofollow"">http://i.cubeupload.com/O9jUKl.png</a><br/><br/>Provisional map. I say ""provisional"" due to the thing about Namibia, and all those other countries."
16181,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=475,2014-12-26T13:05:00,Kumbhalgarh,"Union strikes ravage the British African terrotories as the army tries hard to calm them down. They hold a public rally, attend to the needs of the people, and help the poor in Need. Still resistance is heavy as another 10,000 men die trying to fully annex this nations. The new british political party wins a landslide in Zambia due to the armies hard work in trying to convince the people. Zambia now accepts the British Flag. More than 9 nations are still left to fix as the army, and political ministers try to calm the people down. In tanzania the people are given fresh food, and toilets for the first time. And terrorists attacks are being foiled. The people appaud the work of the british as the tanzanian government accepts british control for the good of the nation. Zambia and Tanzania now accept the British flag."
16182,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=475,2014-12-26T13:06:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22921420#p22921420"">wrote</a>:</cite>Kumb, I must stick to my agreement. Sorry.<br/>Those in favour of throwing Kumb out, say I.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>I just occupied their nations, and now I will go one by one for atleast 11 posts and completely rule this lands. As I said this is just miillitary occupation. I must win their hearts first."
16183,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=475,2014-12-26T13:07:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22921455#p22921455"">wrote</a>:</cite>Union strikes ravage the British African terrotories as the army tries hard to calm them down. They hold a public rally, attend to the needs of the people, and help the poor in Need. Still resistance is heavy as another 10,000 men die trying to fully annex this nations. The new british political party wins a landslide in Zambia due to the armies hard work in trying to convince the people. Zambia now accepts the British Flag. More than 9 nations are still left to fix as the army, and political ministers try to calm the people down. In tanzania the people are given fresh food, and toilets for the first time. And terrorists attacks are being foiled. The people appaud the work of the british as the tanzanian government accepts british control for the good of the nation. Zambia and Tanzania now accept the British flag.</div></blockquote><br/>you can say this all you want but you still god modded your control of this territory"
16184,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=475,2014-12-26T13:08:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22921470#p22921470"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22921455#p22921455"">wrote</a>:</cite>Union strikes ravage the British African terrotories as the army tries hard to calm them down. They hold a public rally, attend to the needs of the people, and help the poor in Need. Still resistance is heavy as another 10,000 men die trying to fully annex this nations. The new british political party wins a landslide in Zambia due to the armies hard work in trying to convince the people. Zambia now accepts the British Flag. More than 9 nations are still left to fix as the army, and political ministers try to calm the people down. In tanzania the people are given fresh food, and toilets for the first time. And terrorists attacks are being foiled. The people appaud the work of the british as the tanzanian government accepts british control for the good of the nation. Zambia and Tanzania now accept the British flag.</div></blockquote><br/>you can say this all you want but you still god modded your control of this territory</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>Dude give me a chance its Africa their armies are crap. Its just millitary occcupation I havent offficialy annex them yet"
16185,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=475,2014-12-26T13:09:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22921464#p22921464"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22921420#p22921420"">wrote</a>:</cite>Kumb, I must stick to my agreement. Sorry.<br/>Those in favour of throwing Kumb out, say I.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>I just occupied their nations, and now I will go one by one for atleast 11 posts and completely rule this lands. As I said this is just miillitary occupation. I must win their hearts first.</div></blockquote><br/>you said and i quote:British President Laughs, and takes a bite himself. The best british athletes are being sent to the olympics. Britian begins the invasion of Africa. All of the south African army equipped with British equipment are sent to attack various nations. Heavy firing takes place, and bombing is exchanged as the british south african army out-classes the africans. more than 4 nations now surrender. those nations are: Namibia, Botaswana, Zimbabwe, Mosambique, and Zambia<br/><br/>THE NEW BRITISH EMPIRE INCLUDES: Uk, wales, Ireland, Scotland, Spain, Portugal, Belgium, Namimbia, Botaswana, Zimbabwe, Mosambique, and Zambia.<br/><br/>seams to me you god modded Spain and Portugal and all your African countrys"
16186,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=475,2014-12-26T13:10:00,Badassistanian,"and it gets better: The British Army begins to bomb the African Nations, and attack few of them. They are unable to resist the oocupation and fall to the might of Britian. Famous Terrorist leader Abu Shabi is killed in battle against the British<br/><br/><br/>The British Empire now consists of: UK, IRELAND, WALES, SCOTLAND, SPAIN, PORTUGAL, BELGIUM, SOUTH AFRICA, MOSAMBIQUE, ZAMBIA, ZIMBABWE, NAMIBIA, BOTSWANA, ZAMBIA, ANGOLA, TANZANIA, AND ALL OF CONGO."
16187,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=500,2014-12-26T13:11:00,Kumbhalgarh,"Medical attention is in dire need as many british soldiers are killed when they try to convince the Namibians. The british foreign minister himself helps the little African kids survive as he feeds them. The british government gives aid to these poor nations, and defends them from attack. 5 british soldiers dilligently work hard all day and build a toilet for the village, earning claps and applauds from the village. A terorist organization attacks the crop of an innocent farmer, and are drivven back by a brave british respone. The desert wandering Namibians support the British Acts, and surrender themselves politically and millitarily to the British."
16188,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=500,2014-12-26T13:12:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22921482#p22921482"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22921464#p22921464"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><br/>I just occupied their nations, and now I will go one by one for atleast 11 posts and completely rule this lands. As I said this is just miillitary occupation. I must win their hearts first.</div></blockquote><br/>you said and i quote:British President Laughs, and takes a bite himself. The best british athletes are being sent to the olympics. Britian begins the invasion of Africa. All of the south African army equipped with British equipment are sent to attack various nations. Heavy firing takes place, and bombing is exchanged as the british south african army out-classes the africans. more than 4 nations now surrender. those nations are: Namibia, Botaswana, Zimbabwe, Mosambique, and Zambia<br/><br/>THE NEW BRITISH EMPIRE INCLUDES: Uk, wales, Ireland, Scotland, Spain, Portugal, Belgium, Namimbia, Botaswana, Zimbabwe, Mosambique, and Zambia.<br/><br/></div></blockquote><br/>Dude i am posting how I gain their trust, and support right now. I posted 2 paragraph posts, and i am working hard to explain my conquests.<br/>seams to me you god modded Spain and Portugal and all your African countrys"
16189,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=500,2014-12-26T13:14:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22921503#p22921503"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22921482#p22921482"">wrote</a>:</cite>you said and i quote:British President Laughs, and takes a bite himself. The best british athletes are being sent to the olympics. Britian begins the invasion of Africa. All of the south African army equipped with British equipment are sent to attack various nations. Heavy firing takes place, and bombing is exchanged as the british south african army out-classes the africans. more than 4 nations now surrender. those nations are: Namibia, Botaswana, Zimbabwe, Mosambique, and Zambia<br/><br/>THE NEW BRITISH EMPIRE INCLUDES: Uk, wales, Ireland, Scotland, Spain, Portugal, Belgium, Namimbia, Botaswana, Zimbabwe, Mosambique, and Zambia.<br/><br/></div></blockquote><br/>Dude i am posting how I gain their trust, and support right now. I posted 2 paragraph posts, and i am working hard to explain my conquests.<br/>seams to me you god modded Spain and Portugal and all your African countrys</div></blockquote><br/>look at the part that says ""now includes"" that signifies you have complete control"
16190,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=500,2014-12-26T13:16:00,Kumbhalgarh,"Spain and Portugal: The Spanish Armada kills many British Soldiers as the last resistance is put up. The British Men suprise the Spanish with an attack of peace. A box of strawberries. The Spanish laugh as they take a bite and enjoy. The spanish men realize that they are cornered, but are in the safe and kind hands of Britian. Britian starts to economically aid Spain as Spain itself surrenders to Britian."
16191,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=500,2014-12-26T13:16:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22921518#p22921518"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22921503#p22921503"">wrote</a>:</cite>Dude i am posting how I gain their trust, and support right now. I posted 2 paragraph posts, and i am working hard to explain my conquests.<br/>seams to me you god modded Spain and Portugal and all your African countrys</div></blockquote><br/>look at the part that says ""now includes"" that signifies you have complete control</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>I TAKE THAT BACK, OK? NOW I AM POSTING EVERYTHING THAT EXPLAINS HOW I GAINED THEIR TRUST AND SUPPORT. Please let me continue, and Roleplay."
16192,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=500,2014-12-26T13:18:00,Badassistanian,Saudi does not recognize British claims for they were unjustly conquered. the Saudi nuclear program and troops prepares for possible intervention.
16193,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=500,2014-12-26T13:19:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22921545#p22921545"">wrote</a>:</cite>Saudi does not recognize British claims for they were unjustly conquered. the Saudi nuclear program and troops prepares for possible intervention.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>*ignore* come on bro. Unjustly conquered? I havent even conquered them yet. Before hitting me with my posts as evidence. I want you to know that I take that back. I will now explain everything one by one."
16194,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=500,2014-12-26T13:23:00,Furstia,"IC:<br/>A monument is erected in Buenos Aires remembering the fallen of the War with former Uruguay. Uruguayans fully integrate into Argentina as they share lots of historical and cultural aspects. Argentina is constructing new nuclear power plants in order to end the dependence on gas and fossil fuels for thermic centrals.<br/><br/>OOC:<br/>Dutchland, since you created this RP, feel free to tell me if I need to fix something else with the map.<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i.cubeupload.com/9RtEaN.png"" rel=""nofollow"">http://i.cubeupload.com/9RtEaN.png</a>"
16195,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=500,2014-12-26T13:26:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22921552#p22921552"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22921545#p22921545"">wrote</a>:</cite>Saudi does not recognize British claims for they were unjustly conquered. the Saudi nuclear program and troops prepares for possible intervention.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>*ignore* come on bro. Unjustly conquered? I havent even conquered them yet. Before hitting me with my posts as evidence. I want you to know that I take that back. I will now explain everything one by one.</div></blockquote><br/>tell me a cassus belli and you may continue in peace"
16196,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=500,2014-12-26T13:46:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,The map is brilliant.<br/>IC:<br/>The Soviet Union starts farming land in the Ukraine.<br/>OOC:<br/>Anyone want to be Italia?
16197,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=500,2014-12-26T13:55:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22921704#p22921704"">wrote</a>:</cite>The map is brilliant.<br/>IC:<br/>The Soviet Union starts farming land in the Ukraine.<br/>OOC:<br/>Anyone want to be Italia?</div></blockquote><br/>Germany is planning to invade them soon"
16198,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=500,2014-12-26T13:57:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22921770#p22921770"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22921704#p22921704"">wrote</a>:</cite>The map is brilliant.<br/>IC:<br/>The Soviet Union starts farming land in the Ukraine.<br/>OOC:<br/>Anyone want to be Italia?</div></blockquote><br/>Germany is planning to invade them soon</div></blockquote><br/>How do you know?"
16199,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=500,2014-12-26T14:01:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22921781#p22921781"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22921770#p22921770"">wrote</a>:</cite>Germany is planning to invade them soon</div></blockquote><br/>How do you know?</div></blockquote><br/>they posted they had plans to invade"
16200,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=500,2014-12-26T14:05:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22921814#p22921814"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22921781#p22921781"">wrote</a>:</cite>How do you know?</div></blockquote><br/>they posted they had plans to invade</div></blockquote><br/>Oh."
16201,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=500,2014-12-26T14:20:00,The Dominion Of The Corn,"In response to growing threats, the Swiss government has issued a declaration of neutrality and has closed its borders. Any violation of Swiss airspace will result in the destruction the aircraft responsible. The Swiss armed forces have mobilized, bringing its numbers to 250,000 men, 1000 tanks and 450 aircraft. Switzerland maintains that while they remain neutral, any attack on Switzerland will have grave repercussions."
16202,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=500,2014-12-26T14:26:00,Furstia,"OOC:<br/>Switzerland in yellow.<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i.cubeupload.com/gchC4c.png"" rel=""nofollow"">http://i.cubeupload.com/gchC4c.png</a>"
16203,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=500,2014-12-26T14:28:00,The Dominion Of The Corn,"<blockquote><div><cite>Furstia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22921999#p22921999"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC:<br/>Switzerland in yellow.<br/>http://i.cubeupload.com/gchC4c.png</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: just curious, what program do you use to make the map?"
16204,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=500,2014-12-26T14:34:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"Please also put on Yugoslavia, which consists of Yugoslavia."
16205,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=500,2014-12-26T14:40:00,Furstia,"IC:<br/>1992. Chile has refused Argentinian offers of arbitration for the definitive demarcations of Patagonia. This is a blatant offense to the Argentine nation and we don't see any other alternatives than war. During months, Argentina manages to occupy Chilean Patagonia and the cities of Santiago and Valparaíso. Resistance is heavy and casualties go as high as 2,000 (civilians and soldiers). After seeing that resistance attempts in areas of Argentine occupation are futile, the Chilean Government proposes a peace treaty ceding Patagonia.<br/><br/>OCC:<br/>Map Updated.<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i.cubeupload.com/EZYFyJ.png"" rel=""nofollow"">http://i.cubeupload.com/EZYFyJ.png</a>"
16206,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=500,2014-12-26T14:41:00,Kumbhalgarh,can i keep my african lands?
16207,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=500,2014-12-26T14:42:00,Furstia,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Dominion Of The Corn <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22922015#p22922015"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Furstia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22921999#p22921999"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC:<br/>Switzerland in yellow.<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i.cubeupload.com/gchC4c.png"" rel=""nofollow"">http://i.cubeupload.com/gchC4c.png</a></div></blockquote><br/>OOC: just curious, what program do you use to make the map?</div></blockquote><br/><br/>It's just Paint.<img alt="":lol:"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_laugh.gif"" title=""LOL""/>"
16208,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=500,2014-12-26T14:42:00,Furstia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22922108#p22922108"">wrote</a>:</cite>can i keep my african lands?</div></blockquote><br/><br/>You should ask Dutchland for that."
16209,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=500,2014-12-26T14:49:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22922108#p22922108"">wrote</a>:</cite>can i keep my african lands?</div></blockquote><br/>im ok with it if you dont go any further and give a reasonable casus belli"
16210,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=500,2014-12-26T14:50:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22922108#p22922108"">wrote</a>:</cite>can i keep my african lands?</div></blockquote><br/>lets put all this stuff behind us deal"
16211,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=500,2014-12-26T14:52:00,Aglium,Brazil stars to fund it military.
16212,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=525,2014-12-26T14:53:00,Badassistanian,Saudi citizens begin to believe Libya is sovereign land due to our borders and the strong Egyptian culture in the region. we also ask Britain for a truce and peace agreement
16213,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=525,2014-12-26T14:56:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,Our population grows.
16214,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=525,2014-12-26T15:13:00,Furstia,"IC:<br/>Argentina wishes to establish a military alliance with Brazil.<br/><br/>OOC:<br/>Map Updated<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i.cubeupload.com/dkiBPE.png"" rel=""nofollow"">http://i.cubeupload.com/dkiBPE.png</a>"
16215,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=525,2014-12-26T15:17:00,Arvenia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Furstia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22922388#p22922388"">wrote</a>:</cite>IC:<br/>Argentina wishes to establish a military alliance with Brazil.<br/><br/>OOC:<br/>Map Updated<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i.cubeupload.com/dkiBPE.png"" rel=""nofollow"">http://i.cubeupload.com/dkiBPE.png</a></div></blockquote><br/>OOC: Don't forget Mexico!"
16216,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=525,2014-12-26T15:42:00,Furstia,"OOC:<br/>Mexico in the map<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i.cubeupload.com/xn4A3E.png"" rel=""nofollow"">http://i.cubeupload.com/xn4A3E.png</a>"
16217,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=525,2014-12-26T15:54:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"And Turkey and Afghanistan. India consists of India, Bhutan, Tibet, Pakistan, and Bangladesh."
16218,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=525,2014-12-26T16:12:00,Nogay Islamic Empire,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">BREAKING NEWS</span><br/>Preisdent Kara Mustafa Suleiman, declared war against Saudi Arabia, forces due to Saudi Arabian shoot 5 Turkish Kurdish citizens, at the border, according to police the border, Saudi Arabian forces attacked the homes Kurdish-Turkish, Turkish-Kurdish people gather in the main square, and shot, while women made in female entertainers gathered in near the house that had been attacked, while Turkish citizens were killed, they were traveling to cross over to the Turkish state, and then they stopped right on by, soldiers Saudi Arabian.<br/><br/>list-Turkish Kurds were shot<br/>- Muhammad useyyin Ahmed- Dead beaten<br/>- Mahivderan Selamlik- Dead raped<br/>- Ahmed Koprulu- Dead tortured<br/>- Ibrahim Parga- shot Dead<br/>- Sumbhul Agha- hanged Dead<br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://img2.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20140106082332/cnc/images/7/7f/YR_Michael_Dugan_1.jpg""/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Statement by the President Kara Mustafa Suleiman</span></span><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-style: italic"">You Imperialist Saudi Arabian, Saudi Arabian is very greedy, you have killed the turkey, we will continue to carry out the war, we will inaugurate Operation, Two People Command. Do not You Forget Occasional History</span></blockquote>"
16219,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=525,2014-12-26T16:17:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nogay Islamic Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22922939#p22922939"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">BREAKING NEWS</span><br/>Preisdent Kara Mustafa Suleiman, declared war against Saudi Arabia, forces due to Saudi Arabian shoot 5 Turkish Kurdish citizens, at the border, according to police the border, Saudi Arabian forces attacked the homes Kurdish-Turkish, Turkish-Kurdish people gather in the main square, and shot, while women made in female entertainers gathered in near the house that had been attacked, while Turkish citizens were killed, they were traveling to cross over to the Turkish state, and then they stopped right on by, soldiers Saudi Arabian.<br/><br/>list-Turkish Kurds were shot<br/>- Muhammad useyyin Ahmed- Dead beaten<br/>- Mahivderan Selamlik- Dead raped<br/>- Ahmed Koprulu- Dead tortured<br/>- Ibrahim Parga- shot Dead<br/>- Sumbhul Agha- hanged Dead<br/><br/>(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://img2.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20140106082332/cnc/images/7/7f/YR_Michael_Dugan_1.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)<br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Statement by the President Kara Mustafa Suleiman</span></span><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-style: italic"">You Imperialist Saudi Arabian, Saudi Arabian is very greedy, you have killed the turkey, we will continue to carry out the war, we will inaugurate Operation, Two People Command. Do not You Forget Occasional History</span></blockquote></div></blockquote><br/>occ: what the hell man you cant just say we attacked you when we didnt"
16220,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=525,2014-12-26T16:21:00,Badassistanian,"most Saudi forces about 350,000 out of 700,000 head to the Turkish border and begin to fire with tanks and and rocket launchers. we call on the soviet union our most faithful ally to support us in this war if you do we will split Turkey with you. we will support the British invasion of Africa if they go no farther north than the republic of Congo and support us in the war against turkey."
16221,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=525,2014-12-26T16:31:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22923041#p22923041"">wrote</a>:</cite>most Saudi forces about 350,000 out of 700,000 head to the Turkish border and begin to fire with tanks and and rocket launchers. we call on the soviet union our most faithful ally to support us in this war if you do we will split Turkey with you. we will support the British invasion of Africa if they go no farther north than the republic of Congo and support us in the war against turkey.</div></blockquote><br/>We agree and start launching missiles at Turkish government buildings. Vladimir Volkov is reported as saying:<blockquote class=""uncited""><div>Turkey has no proof of these attacks.</div></blockquote>"
16222,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=525,2014-12-26T16:34:00,The Hezbollah Republic,Tag
16223,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=525,2014-12-26T16:35:00,Badassistanian,"we tell Russia that if war is successful they will be given the east half of turkey, we get the west so the land we gain is connected to the Saudi mainland."
16224,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=525,2014-12-26T16:40:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22923174#p22923174"">wrote</a>:</cite>we tell Russia that if war is successful they will be given the east half of turkey, we get the west so the land we gain is connected to the Saudi mainland.</div></blockquote><br/>Err, I think you mean you get east if you want it connected to Saudi."
16225,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=525,2014-12-26T16:40:00,Furstia,"Using pretexts such as ""Argentina enslaves native tribes"", the nations of Bolivia and Paraguay have made military incursions into our country. This will not be tolerated.<br/><br/>100,000 soldiers (they'll divide in half, each group going to one country) have crossed the border and started attacking the weak armies of Bolivia and Paraguay. Asunción, capital of Paraguay has already fallen due the surprise factor and because its nearly of the border. Tarija, a few kilometers away from the border has already fallen as well. Casualties so far for the Argentine Armed Forces are near the 150 deaths. The High Command will establish the front in those 2 cities. Sooner, Bolivia and Paraguay will fall."
16226,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=525,2014-12-26T16:41:00,SECP,"With support from other countries the Afghan military are pushing the Mujahideen back into the hills, but thanks to METO members joining the Mujahideen the government army is halted again.<br/><br/>With the USSR coming around Afghanistan the government are getting worried..."
16227,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=525,2014-12-26T16:44:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22923216#p22923216"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22923174#p22923174"">wrote</a>:</cite>we tell Russia that if war is successful they will be given the east half of turkey, we get the west so the land we gain is connected to the Saudi mainland.</div></blockquote><br/>Err, I think you mean you get east if you want it connected to Saudi.</div></blockquote><br/>oh ya sorry got my directions mixed up"
16228,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=525,2014-12-26T16:45:00,The Hezbollah Republic,OOC: Saudi can I have Lebanon?
16229,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=525,2014-12-26T16:45:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>SECP <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22923230#p22923230"">wrote</a>:</cite>With support from other countries the Afghan military are pushing the Mujahideen back into the hills, but thanks to METO members joining the Mujahideen the government army is halted again.<br/><br/>With the USSR coming around Afghanistan the government are getting worried...</div></blockquote><br/>we ask for support from Afghanistan in the turkish- Saudi war"
16230,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=525,2014-12-26T16:47:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Hezbollah Republic <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22923265#p22923265"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: Saudi can I have Lebanon?</div></blockquote><br/>occ:sorry man that's an important part to the greater Saudi empire plus you would be completely surrounded by us so it wouldn't be the best situation for you"
16231,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=525,2014-12-26T16:47:00,Furstia,"OOC:<br/>Updated map<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i.cubeupload.com/UAWdNO.png"" rel=""nofollow"">http://i.cubeupload.com/UAWdNO.png</a>"
16232,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=525,2014-12-26T16:48:00,The Hezbollah Republic,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22923287#p22923287"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Hezbollah Republic <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22923265#p22923265"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: Saudi can I have Lebanon?</div></blockquote><br/>sorry man that's an important part to the greater Saudi empire plus you would be completely surrounded by us so it wouldn't be the best situation for you</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Your empire is MASSIVE and me and you could become allies"
16233,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=525,2014-12-26T16:48:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Furstia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22923289#p22923289"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC:<br/>Updated map<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i.cubeupload.com/UAWdNO.png"" rel=""nofollow"">http://i.cubeupload.com/UAWdNO.png</a></div></blockquote><br/>occ: we have one full map"
16234,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=525,2014-12-26T16:48:00,SECP,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22923268#p22923268"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>SECP <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22923230#p22923230"">wrote</a>:</cite>With support from other countries the Afghan military are pushing the Mujahideen back into the hills, but thanks to METO members joining the Mujahideen the government army is halted again.<br/><br/>With the USSR coming around Afghanistan the government are getting worried...</div></blockquote><br/>we ask for support from Afghanistan in the turkish- Saudi war</div></blockquote><br/><br/>We are currently having problems with METO and Mujahideen right now all support we have are trying to fight them."
16235,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=525,2014-12-26T16:49:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Hezbollah Republic <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22923297#p22923297"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22923287#p22923287"">wrote</a>:</cite>sorry man that's an important part to the greater Saudi empire plus you would be completely surrounded by us so it wouldn't be the best situation for you</div></blockquote><br/> <br/>Your empire is MASSIVE and me and you could become allies</div></blockquote><br/>occ: still that's our sovereign land that we fought and lost many men for"
16236,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=525,2014-12-26T16:50:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>SECP <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22923303#p22923303"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22923268#p22923268"">wrote</a>:</cite>we ask for support from Afghanistan in the turkish- Saudi war</div></blockquote><br/><br/>We are currently having problems with METO and Mujahideen right now all support we have are trying to fight them.</div></blockquote><br/>we offer to support you with weapons"
16237,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=550,2014-12-26T16:51:00,SECP,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22923316#p22923316"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>SECP <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22923303#p22923303"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>We are currently having problems with METO and Mujahideen right now all support we have are trying to fight them.</div></blockquote><br/>we offer to support you with weapons</div></blockquote><br/><br/>We would be grateful for that thank you.<br/><br/>OOC: I looked at the new map and i laughed Afghanistan is so alone."
16238,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=550,2014-12-26T16:52:00,Bendicion,Vanuatu is conquered!A total of 22 days were made until capture.193 died.<br/><br/>AA uses A300's to flight to India and Central China.A A has made great achievements and its incomes rise.<br/><br/>The commonwealth agrees to establish ties with China.
16239,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=550,2014-12-26T16:53:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>SECP <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22923339#p22923339"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22923316#p22923316"">wrote</a>:</cite>we offer to support you with weapons</div></blockquote><br/><br/>We would be grateful for that thank you.<br/><br/>OOC: I looked at the new map and i laughed Afghanistan is so alone.</div></blockquote><br/>occ:im just glad im allied with russia"
16240,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=550,2014-12-26T16:54:00,The Hezbollah Republic,Algeria a Communist government has just been founded. We ask for a trade agreement with Saudi and a Non-Aggression pact with the UK.
16241,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=550,2014-12-26T16:56:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Hezbollah Republic <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22923373#p22923373"">wrote</a>:</cite>Algeria a Communist government has just been founded. We ask for a trade agreement with Saudi and a Non-Aggression pact with the UK.</div></blockquote><br/>Saudi agrees"
16242,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=550,2014-12-26T16:56:00,The Hezbollah Republic,Algeria also requests that their army can come to the Turkish border and help the Saudis and Russians.
16243,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=550,2014-12-26T16:57:00,Aglium,"<blockquote><div><cite>Furstia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22922388#p22922388"">wrote</a>:</cite>IC:<br/>Argentina wishes to establish a military alliance with Brazil.<br/><br/>OOC:<br/>Map Updated<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i.cubeupload.com/dkiBPE.png"" rel=""nofollow"">http://i.cubeupload.com/dkiBPE.png</a></div></blockquote><br/><br/>Brazil agrees."
16244,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=550,2014-12-26T16:58:00,Badassistanian,the Saudi government issues the support of heavy weopens against turkey which include explosive warheads and small chemical weopens.
16245,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=550,2014-12-26T16:59:00,The Hezbollah Republic,War is declared on Turkey
16246,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=550,2014-12-26T16:59:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Hezbollah Republic <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22923392#p22923392"">wrote</a>:</cite>Algeria also requests that their army can come to the Turkish border and help the Saudis and Russians.</div></blockquote><br/>saudi agrees"
16247,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=550,2014-12-26T17:00:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Hezbollah Republic <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22923421#p22923421"">wrote</a>:</cite>War is declared on Turkey</div></blockquote><br/>we tell them that russia and saudi will gain the land and as reward we will back off of libya"
16248,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=550,2014-12-26T17:00:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,We request to ally with Algeria. We tell Afghanistan not to worry as we will support them against METO.<br/><br/>OOC:<br/>India also owns Tibet.
16249,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=550,2014-12-26T17:03:00,SECP,Afghan's government army (AGA) are changing their tactics for fighting the Mujahideen. They are fighting more like the Mujahideen. And is showing good results 23 METO members dead 4 enemy helicopters downed and 45 Mujahideen killed with AGA only losing 12.<br/><br/>OOC: what are METO just wondering?
16250,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=550,2014-12-26T17:09:00,The Hezbollah Republic,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22923435#p22923435"">wrote</a>:</cite>We request to ally with Algeria. We tell Afghanistan not to worry as we will support them against METO.<br/><br/>OOC:<br/>India also owns Tibet.</div></blockquote><br/>Algeria accepts"
16251,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=550,2014-12-26T17:11:00,Furstia,"IC:<br/>It is considered a phyrric victory for Argentina. 2,300 soldiers lost their lives during the last offensive that crushed Bolivia and Paraguay. The civilian population is gentle with the troops as they knew that this war wouldn't last long. Still, the Argentine government doesn't exclude the possibility of future insurrections.<br/><br/>OOC:<br/>Updated map<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i.cubeupload.com/azSKfb.png"" rel=""nofollow"">http://i.cubeupload.com/azSKfb.png</a>"
16252,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=550,2014-12-26T17:18:00,Badassistanian,"Saudi declares Sudan as a sovereign territory, if other nations attack Sudan they will receive the full pleasure of welcoming the entire Saudi army at there door step."
16253,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=550,2014-12-26T17:23:00,Furstia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22923604#p22923604"">wrote</a>:</cite>Saudi declares Sudan as a sovereign territory, if other nations attack Sudan they will receive the full pleasure of welcoming the entire Saudi army at there door step.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC:<br/>Are you sure you can do this? Just declaring a country like it's yours with no actions?"
16254,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=550,2014-12-26T17:33:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Furstia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22923641#p22923641"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22923604#p22923604"">wrote</a>:</cite>Saudi declares Sudan as a sovereign territory, if other nations attack Sudan they will receive the full pleasure of welcoming the entire Saudi army at there door step.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC:<br/>Are you sure you can do this? Just declaring a country like it's yours with no actions?</div></blockquote><br/>occ: we declare it because of its close ties to egypt and that we believe we should control all borders of the red sea"
16255,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=550,2014-12-26T17:38:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Furstia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22923541#p22923541"">wrote</a>:</cite>IC:<br/>It is considered a phyrric victory for Argentina. 2,300 soldiers lost their lives during the last offensive that crushed Bolivia and Paraguay. The civilian population is gentle with the troops as they knew that this war wouldn't last long. Still, the Argentine government doesn't exclude the possibility of future insurrections.<br/><br/>OOC:<br/>Updated map<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i.cubeupload.com/azSKfb.png"" rel=""nofollow"">http://i.cubeupload.com/azSKfb.png</a></div></blockquote><br/>Give the nation thats completely surrounded by india to india please."
16256,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=550,2014-12-26T17:41:00,Badassistanian,we hold the southern turkish border hostage no one gets out without being imprisoned or being sent to refugee camps.
16257,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=550,2014-12-26T17:50:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22923796#p22923796"">wrote</a>:</cite>we hold the southern turkish border hostage no one gets out without being imprisoned or being sent to refugee camps.</div></blockquote><br/>We fire more missiles at Ankara."
16258,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=550,2014-12-26T18:40:00,The Hezbollah Republic,"Operation:<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Candlelight</span><br/><br/><br/><br/>7 C-17s containing 6000 paratroopers and tanks fly above a Kurdish city. All paratroopers are equipped with Ak-47s and grenades. All tanks have parachutes attached to them so they can drop out of the sky. ""On my mark parachute down and wreck havoc, Copy?"" ""GO GO GO"" 200 tanks drop out of the sky and land in the small city the Turkish populace is terrified. As the paratroopers land the general makes a speech. ""Listen up we could either blow up your city and rape you women or you could hand over the city and become slaves for Saudi,Russia and Algeria."" They surrender and hand over the city. A special flag with all three nations flag on it is risen."
16259,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=550,2014-12-26T18:50:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Hezbollah Republic <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22924206#p22924206"">wrote</a>:</cite>Operation:<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Candlelight</span><br/><br/><br/><br/>7 C-17s containing 6000 paratroopers and tanks fly above Kobane. All paratroopers are equipped with Ak-47s and grenades. All tanks have parachutes attached to them so they can drop out of the sky. ""On my mark parachute down and wreck havoc, Copy?"" ""GO GO GO"" 200 tanks drop out of the sky and land in Kobane the Turkish populace is terrified. As the paratroopers land the general makes a speech. ""Listen up we could either blow up your city and rape you women or you could hand over the city and become slaves for Saudi,Russia and Algeria."" They surrender and hand over Kobane. A special flag with all three nations flag on it is risen and Kobane is annexed.</div></blockquote><br/>occ: dude you cant do that you have to wait for him to respond to us taking his defensive and your not allowed to annex because it breaks the russian- saudi deal and if you break this deal me and russia are going to be mad as hell at you. this is considered god modding since turkey is player controlled. also kobane is in syria and syria is under my control you just attacked me."
16260,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=550,2014-12-26T19:01:00,The Hezbollah Republic,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22924274#p22924274"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Hezbollah Republic <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22924206#p22924206"">wrote</a>:</cite>Operation:<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Candlelight</span><br/><br/><br/><br/>7 C-17s containing 6000 paratroopers and tanks fly above Kobane. All paratroopers are equipped with Ak-47s and grenades. All tanks have parachutes attached to them so they can drop out of the sky. ""On my mark parachute down and wreck havoc, Copy?"" ""GO GO GO"" 200 tanks drop out of the sky and land in Kobane the Turkish populace is terrified. As the paratroopers land the general makes a speech. ""Listen up we could either blow up your city and rape you women or you could hand over the city and become slaves for Saudi,Russia and Algeria."" They surrender and hand over Kobane. A special flag with all three nations flag on it is risen and Kobane is annexed.</div></blockquote><br/>occ: dude you cant do that you have to wait for him to respond to us taking his defensive and your not allowed to annex because it breaks the russian- saudi deal and if you break this deal me and russia are going to be mad as hell at you. this is considered god modding since turkey is player controlled. also kobane is in syria and syria is under my control you just attacked me.</div></blockquote><br/>Edited btw it's a small city with no resistance but I will wait for turkey's response"
16261,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=550,2014-12-26T19:09:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Hezbollah Republic <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22924350#p22924350"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22924274#p22924274"">wrote</a>:</cite>occ: dude you cant do that you have to wait for him to respond to us taking his defensive and your not allowed to annex because it breaks the russian- saudi deal and if you break this deal me and russia are going to be mad as hell at you. this is considered god modding since turkey is player controlled. also kobane is in syria and syria is under my control you just attacked me.</div></blockquote><br/>Edited btw it's a small city with no resistance but I will wait for turkey's response</div></blockquote><br/>occ: ya but its still my town, you entered and occupied with force. kobane is a city in northern syria, i control syria. look at the map"
16262,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=575,2014-12-26T19:17:00,The Hezbollah Republic,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22924415#p22924415"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Hezbollah Republic <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22924350#p22924350"">wrote</a>:</cite>Edited btw it's a small city with no resistance but I will wait for turkey's response</div></blockquote><br/>occ: ya but its still my town, you entered and occupied with force. kobane is a city in northern syria, i control syria. look at the map</div></blockquote><br/>I understand I invaded Turkey look at my post"
16263,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=575,2014-12-26T19:22:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Hezbollah Republic <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22924485#p22924485"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22924415#p22924415"">wrote</a>:</cite>occ: ya but its still my town, you entered and occupied with force. kobane is a city in northern syria, i control syria. look at the map</div></blockquote><br/>I understand I invaded Turkey look at my post</div></blockquote><br/>ok but your post still says they handed over kobane"
16264,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=575,2014-12-26T19:25:00,The Hezbollah Republic,Edited
16265,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=575,2014-12-26T19:30:00,Badassistanian,the troops on the seized southern Turkish border clean there weapons and are sent to the exact border they are told to prepare for an invasion. ICBMs are loaded with explosive warheads and armed.
16266,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=575,2014-12-26T21:03:00,Scrinia,"OOC: Wow page 24 already? And Kumb, I'm sorry if i insult you..<br/><br/>--<br/><br/>Now, India's conquest has been finished; the Indian Imperial Republic consist of all Indian sub-continent; (India, Pakistan, Nepal, Bhutan, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, and Myanmar).<br/><br/>India is now focusing on economy, industrial goes boom, education becomes advance and a free-tax to the lower class to prevent riot."
16267,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=575,2014-12-26T21:11:00,Togeria,"Germany declares war on Italy, the reasons not stated, as sends troops to the northern areas, and begins a heavy fire fight, as a force of 17,000 is sent with heavy air support, and 3 panzer brigades."
16268,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=575,2014-12-26T21:14:00,The New Byzantine,"<blockquote><div><cite>Furstia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22922388#p22922388"">wrote</a>:</cite>IC:<br/><br/>OOC:<br/>Map Updated<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i.cubeupload.com/dkiBPE.png"" rel=""nofollow"">http://i.cubeupload.com/dkiBPE.png</a></div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>OOC: Furstia, update the map, Japan owns Manchuria because they purchase the region from China. Philippines is also here, owning Sabah (I think), Indonesia is here, Singapore is here, and India, consisting the former British Raj territory</div></blockquote><br/><br/>----<br/><br/>Japan creates an, 'Asian Imperialist Alliance', inviting the imperialist China and India. Population is growing, economic goes boom, about 100 jet-planes has been created each year.<br/><br/>New city emerges, Shenyang, in Manchurian region (Japanese-territory)."
16269,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=575,2014-12-26T21:56:00,East Niphilate,"Singapore wishes to open its ports and airports for all Japanese aircraft and ships so long as they do not harm any Singaporean person, business or infrastructure."
16270,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=575,2014-12-26T22:11:00,Scrinia,"Map for the Indian Imperial Republic (or simply India/Imperialist India)<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://althistory.wikia.com/wiki/File:British_Raj_Map_(1858-1947)_(History_Rewritten).png"" rel=""nofollow"">http://althistory.wikia.com/wiki/File:British_Raj_Map_(1858-1947)_(History_Rewritten).png</a>"
16271,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=575,2014-12-26T22:24:00,The Hezbollah Republic,"Algeria decides to beigin it's conquest into Tunisa. 150,000 Soldiers are sent in. Tunisa submits easily do to the previous propaganda distrubeted the day before. Tunisa is not declared as a fully held territory. Algeria requests approval from Russia and Saudi. Algeria would also propose bulding a embassy in The Soviet Territory and the Saudi Terriotry. Algeria offers Australia and Singapore trade alliances and Non-Agression Pacts"
16272,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=575,2014-12-26T22:27:00,The New Byzantine,"Japan created the 'Asian Continental Imperialist Alliance', inviting China and India.<br/><br/>We request to the Soviet Union if we can purchase their Far-East held territories for $1.1 billion."
16273,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=575,2014-12-26T22:40:00,Glamour,Mistake
16274,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=575,2014-12-26T22:41:00,The New Byzantine,"<blockquote><div><cite>Glamour <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22926165#p22926165"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""color: purple"">By the Pen of Cassadra Davenport, 43rd Incumbent Diva of Glamour</span><br/><br/>On behalf of the people of our Esteemed and Liberated nation, I would like to offer commentary upon the dawning of unprecedented global warfare - often thermonuclear in its grotesque nature.<br/><br/>The Esteemed and Liberated Land of Glamour has, having received the unfortunate notification of this ongoing conflict, activated its defensive destruction of both the Bronchi of Boudicca tunnels to the south of the territory and The Catwalk, which bridges the mainland-based city of Concordo with the city of Belstaff within Glamour's innermost constituency.<br/><br/>The Catwalk, being the only point of access from the continent across the Basseymouth River into Glamour, is booby-trapped with thermite across its central beams, which can be and have been activated to explode in this event of prospective invasion. Likewise, the twin tunnels at Glamour's south – the Bronchi of Boudicca – are also rigged with explosives and have regrettably been destroyed.<br/><br/>The indigenous peoples of the southern borders of the Peninsular Gulf of Glamazonia have been notified of these international developments. In response, there has been declared the Week of Wailing and Weeping, and in addition, the Untul'e'le' Tribe have begun to organise themselves militarily, as well as having become involved in extensive rituals of High Universal Vibratory Frequency and humanitarian liaisons with the Glamourian state.<br/><br/>The Basseymouth River has been surrounded on its western banks with the country's Xena special forces, and the entirety of Glamour's Naval Foundation have been deployed into the Chanel Sea, the outskirts of her waters along the Mariana Trench, and the uppermost boundaries of the Northern Tundra.<br/><br/>In lieu of these special circumstances, Glamour has indefinitely halted its asylum and refugee program on the island of Isla, with the island now being required to house individuals from the evacuated mainland city of Concordo, as well as those among the indigenous people who are in sek of government-provided respite and security.<br/><br/>I solemnly and sadly decree that on a personal basis, I have become incredibly disillusioned regarding the state of the world, and hope for unconditional, immediate and permanent peace among these fine nations. This statement from the Untul'e'le'li marks the final instance of international correspondence originating from this state, and is also only the second known publication of tribal legend and literature in Glamour's history.<br/><br/><div align=""right"">""<span style=""color: purple"">Oh, peoples gathered from each corner of the Earth<br/>One of whom declares peace in his name<br/>The other who thinks to teach dissenters their lesson<br/>Must every and all heed this teaching:<br/><br/>A life is not yours to take<br/>And death is the shade which allows illumination:<br/>The illumination coming forth from the eyes of a child<br/>That which is in the heart of a rebel who is wild<br/>All of this is under duress<br/>And it is wise, now, to disregard the desire to impress<br/>In favour of humility<br/><br/>In favour of humanity<br/>And in consideration that the disembodied perception<br/>Manifest in a dream<br/>Shall make those who defy love its slave, with cosmic justice reaped<br/><br/><br/>Under fear of untold cosmic retribution<br/>The Untul'e'le' call for a solution<br/>Every facet of the universe<br/>Calls out in distress<br/><br/>Every warmongerer on the Earth<br/>Will experience stress<br/>And by stress the species will be stretched<br/><br/>And by being stretched, surely it shall grow.</span>""</div><br/><br/>This piece marks the final international letter of correspondence from The Esteemed and Liberated Land of Glamour for the forseeable duration of the Third World War, during which our citizens will be notified of emergency situations and encouraged to remain within their state provided bunker habitats as frequently as possible.<br/><br/>May Gosh help us all throughout this time of chaos. It is now that I retire to my chamber to engage in fervent prayer, unabashed imbibing of alcohol, unlimited consumption of marijuana, organisation of internal state affairs and secluded mourning.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><div align=""center"">(<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i40.photobucket.com/albums/e231/CHRiS192P/WW3-1.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Image</a>)</div></div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/><br/>Who dafuq"
16275,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=575,2014-12-26T23:01:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22922193#p22922193"">wrote</a>:</cite>Saudi citizens begin to believe Libya is sovereign land due to our borders and the strong Egyptian culture in the region. we also ask Britain for a truce and peace agreement</div></blockquote><br/>we agree."
16276,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=575,2014-12-26T23:05:00,The New Byzantine,"We request a trade agreement to the UK.<br/><br/>OOC: Your not US anymore?<img alt="":o"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_ohmy.gif"" title=""Gasp""/>"
16277,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=575,2014-12-26T23:15:00,Glamour,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Byzantine <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22926177#p22926177"">wrote</a>:</cite>Who dafuq</div></blockquote><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://media.giphy.com/media/UMTk8f6Xo9CHC/giphy.gif""/><br/><br/>Is this real life?<br/><br/>...Whoops"
16278,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=575,2014-12-26T23:24:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Byzantine <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22926434#p22926434"">wrote</a>:</cite>We request a trade agreement to the UK.<br/><br/>OOC: Your not US anymore? <img alt="":o"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_ohmy.gif"" title=""Gasp""/></div></blockquote><br/><br/>No not U.S I am uk.<br/><br/>IC: We accept the trade agreement, and also send fresh strawberries to you."
16279,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=575,2014-12-26T23:35:00,Kumbhalgarh,"The African terroties melted at the goodness of the deeds of Britian. Women and girls were allowed all the rights of men, terrorists groups were no match for Britian's tanks, and toilets were a commen sight now. 3 nations had politcally surrender to Britian, and those nations were Mosambique, Zambia, and Namibia. Due to hard work, and care for the citizens of these 3 nations. Britian gained the trust and support of the populace. Britian then fought an election in Tanzania, and due to the good work Britian did in Mosambique, the tanzanians elected Britian as their new ruler. Thus countries began to except Britain's supremacy and Kindess. It was a good deal. A kind and strong protecter to protect a weak, and anarch nation. Thus Britian took control of all of its occupied African nations due to a landslide victory in votes.<br/><br/><br/><br/>OOC: Is this a good ""Casus Belli"" Saudi??"
16280,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=575,2014-12-26T23:55:00,Nogay Islamic Empire,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">BREAKING NEWS</span><br/><br/>Air Force of the Republic of Turkish, attacked the oil field saudi arabia, while the Army of the Republic of Turkish, attacked the METO member states, the colonized, namely<br/>Iraq, Syria, Egypt, Kuwait, Qatar, the United Arab Emirates.<br/>while the Iranian state, declared war against saudi arabia, according to a statement Iranian leader.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-style: italic"">you saudi arabia, very cruel, very cruel, we will declare war like turkey</span></blockquote>"
16281,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=575,2014-12-26T23:58:00,Kumbhalgarh,"OOC: Saudi You can object if you want, and I will give more reasons.<br/><br/>IC: Britian now consists of: UK, SCOTLAND, WALES, IRELAND, BELGIUM, SOUTH AFRICA, SPAIN, PORTUGAL, MOSAMBIQUE, NAMIBIA, Botswana, Zimbabwe, Tanzania, Zambia, Angola, and Congo."
16282,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=575,2014-12-27T00:00:00,Nogay Islamic Empire,"United kingdom, we want to declare war on a very crazy saudi"
16283,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=575,2014-12-27T00:02:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nogay Islamic Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22926846#p22926846"">wrote</a>:</cite>United kingdom, we want to declare war on a very crazy saudi</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/><br/>It is not our problem, although we will start an oil trade with you."
16284,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=575,2014-12-27T00:02:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nogay Islamic Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22926810#p22926810"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">BREAKING NEWS</span><br/><br/>Air Force of the Republic of Turkish, attacked the oil field saudi arabia, while the Army of the Republic of Turkish, attacked the METO member states, the colonized, namely<br/>Iraq, Syria, Egypt, Kuwait, Qatar, the United Arab Emirates.<br/>while the Iranian state, declared war against saudi arabia, according to a statement Iranian leader.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-style: italic"">you saudi arabia, very cruel, very cruel, we will declare war like turkey</span></blockquote></div></blockquote><br/>Saudi troops that hold the border begin a full invasion and bloody counter attack with Russia attacking from the north and Algeria aiding we push the front takeing many city's and towns. We would like to tell Britain that we will continue to support them if they do not go into northern Africa. We tell Britain that turkey is the attacker."
16285,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=575,2014-12-27T00:03:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22926862#p22926862"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Nogay Islamic Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22926810#p22926810"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">BREAKING NEWS</span><br/><br/>Air Force of the Republic of Turkish, attacked the oil field saudi arabia, while the Army of the Republic of Turkish, attacked the METO member states, the colonized, namely<br/>Iraq, Syria, Egypt, Kuwait, Qatar, the United Arab Emirates.<br/>while the Iranian state, declared war against saudi arabia, according to a statement Iranian leader.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-style: italic"">you saudi arabia, very cruel, very cruel, we will declare war like turkey</span></blockquote></div></blockquote><br/>Saudi troops that hold the border begin a full invasion and bloody counter attack with Russia attacking from the north and Algeria aiding we push the front fakeing many city's and towns. We would like to tell Britain that we will continue to support them if they do not go into northern Africa.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>We ensure you that we will stay in our half of Africa, and also would you like to try fresh british strawberries?"
16286,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=575,2014-12-27T00:07:00,Badassistanian,ICBMs loaded with explosive war heads begin to launch into turkeys cities.
16287,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=600,2014-12-27T00:07:00,Kumbhalgarh,"British Navy ships surround Madagascar as they exchange blows with the army of the Madgascaranas. The British inflitrate their border and out class the army of Madagascar they keep on pushing, and taking over the country until they face resistance by the Tribes of Madagascer they are easily killed by British Weapons, and the British control Madagascar now."
16288,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=600,2014-12-27T00:08:00,Badassistanian,The airforce is dispatched to take care of Turkish planes and bomb cities.
16289,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=600,2014-12-27T00:11:00,Kumbhalgarh,"The Annual Check has come in, and the British Empire now consists of:<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Spain <br/>Portugal<br/>Scotland<br/>Wales<br/>Ireland<br/>England<br/>South Africa<br/>Zambia<br/>Mosambique<br/>Zimbabwe<br/>Botswana<br/>Namibia<br/>Angola<br/>Tanzania<br/>Congo.<br/>Madagascar</span></span>"
16290,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=600,2014-12-27T00:12:00,The Dominion Of The Corn,"Switzerland remains on high alert, but offers loans to any country in need of them. The Swiss government also requests the purchase of 200 tanks from any willing nation."
16291,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=600,2014-12-27T00:14:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Dominion Of The Corn <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22926919#p22926919"">wrote</a>:</cite>Switzerland remains on high alert, but offers loans to any country in need of them. The Swiss government also requests the purchase of 200 tanks from any willing nation.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Britian asks Swizterland what type of tanks they need?"
16292,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=600,2014-12-27T00:14:00,Nogay Islamic Empire,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">BREAKING NEWS</span><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Turkish troops, attacked tabuk with blitzkrieg strategy, making saudi army surrendered unconditionally, while iran troops, attack, Iraq-saudi through baghdad.<br/>while the naval forces and marines work together to land at the north African coast, the most important is the beach Algeria, while Russian troops lost 800,000 soldiers and 10,000 armaments, in the Afghanistan war, the Mujahideen forces and METO, approaching the capital Kabul, and began preparing to destroy Kabul</span></blockquote>"
16293,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=600,2014-12-27T00:15:00,Badassistanian,"Saudi ICBMs hit key cities including the Turkish capital. Tanks begin to drive in seizing more land from turkey, we tell turky you are at war with three countries and we have you outnumbered surrender and accept defeat."
16294,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=600,2014-12-27T00:16:00,The Dominion Of The Corn,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22926923#p22926923"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Dominion Of The Corn <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22926919#p22926919"">wrote</a>:</cite>Switzerland remains on high alert, but offers loans to any country in need of them. The Swiss government also requests the purchase of 200 tanks from any willing nation.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Britian asks Swizterland what type of tanks they need?</div></blockquote><br/>Switzerland requests from Britain Challenger tanks and asks what a reasonable price for the batch would be"
16295,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=600,2014-12-27T00:16:00,Kumbhalgarh,"Britian sends fighter jets acrosss the air, and bombs the turkish city of Ankara."
16296,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=600,2014-12-27T00:16:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nogay Islamic Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22926925#p22926925"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">BREAKING NEWS</span><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Turkish troops, attacked tabuk with blitzkrieg strategy, making saudi army surrendered unconditionally, while iran troops, attack, Iraq-saudi through baghdad.<br/>while the naval forces and marines work together to land at the north African coast, the most important is the beach Algeria, while Russian troops lost 800,000 soldiers and 10,000 armaments, in the Afghanistan war, the Mujahideen forces and METO, approaching the capital Kabul, and began preparing to destroy Kabul</span></blockquote></div></blockquote><br/>we do not surrender, we continue the fight pushing fast and now nearing the capital ask turkey to surrender."
16297,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=600,2014-12-27T00:17:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22926932#p22926932"">wrote</a>:</cite>Britian sends fighter jets acrosss the air, and bombs the turkish city of Ankara.</div></blockquote><br/>we thank Britain for there support."
16298,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=600,2014-12-27T00:19:00,Badassistanian,"Turkey continues to get pummeled but so far in they war we have lost 110,000 troops and many others injured."
16299,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=600,2014-12-27T00:19:00,Nogay Islamic Empire,"Turks finally stormed saudi arabia, namely jeddah. they tortured 400,000 soldiers saudi arabia"
16300,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=600,2014-12-27T00:20:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nogay Islamic Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22926950#p22926950"">wrote</a>:</cite>Turks finally stormed saudi arabia, namely jeddah. they tortured 400,000 soldiers saudi arabia</div></blockquote><br/>occ: that's godmode we control the entire border and have pushed the front far up we have you surrounded and you have no means by to attack me."
16301,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=600,2014-12-27T00:22:00,Kumbhalgarh,"Britian continues to destroy Ankara killing innocent people, and destroying massive buidlings"
16302,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=600,2014-12-27T00:23:00,Nogay Islamic Empire,"You want me to give up, so I gave up on one condition that you should help us in terms of economic, military, or our ally"
16303,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=600,2014-12-27T00:23:00,Badassistanian,"For the last time we tell turkey yo surrendered your out numbered and also fighting a very strong soviet union in the north, we also have support from Algeria and Britain. Give up. You can't win."
16304,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=600,2014-12-27T00:24:00,Nogay Islamic Empire,"am surender, i need you to my ally"
16305,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=600,2014-12-27T00:25:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nogay Islamic Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22926970#p22926970"">wrote</a>:</cite>You want me to give up, so I gave up on one condition that you should help us in terms of economic, military, or our ally</div></blockquote><br/>no you will be destroyed as a country and annexed into Saudi and Russia you have made false claims and only want to bring death to the world ."
16306,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=600,2014-12-27T00:25:00,Togeria,"Germany will being only able to help Saudia Arabia or Turkey, decides it will only help the nation that can best suit its interest of restoring Holy Rome."
16307,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=600,2014-12-27T00:26:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Dominion Of The Corn <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22926930#p22926930"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22926923#p22926923"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Britian asks Swizterland what type of tanks they need?</div></blockquote><br/>Switzerland requests from Britain Challenger tanks and asks what a reasonable price for the batch would be</div></blockquote><br/><br/>whats ur budget?"
16308,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=600,2014-12-27T00:26:00,Badassistanian,Our terms<br/>eastern half goes to saudi<br/>western goes to Russia<br/>turkey is dissolved
16309,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=600,2014-12-27T00:27:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22926982#p22926982"">wrote</a>:</cite>Germany will being only able to help Saudia Arabia or Turkey, decides it will only help the nation that can best suit its interest of restoring Holy Rome.</div></blockquote><br/>we have been your ally and will aid you in your conquest brother."
16310,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=600,2014-12-27T00:28:00,Badassistanian,Saudi soldiers continue to advance and remind the world Turkey was the aggressor.
16311,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=600,2014-12-27T00:29:00,Badassistanian,"50,000 troops are sent to Germany to aid in there reconquests'."
16312,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=625,2014-12-27T00:29:00,Nogay Islamic Empire,"please do not, annexed our country, we promise you may build military bases our country"
16313,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=625,2014-12-27T00:31:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nogay Islamic Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22927002#p22927002"">wrote</a>:</cite>please do not, annexed our country, we promise you may build military bases our country</div></blockquote><br/>it has been set in stone you made the wrong moves now you have to pay for it. Do you think when the allies took over Berlin they were going to let the Nazis stay a country."
16314,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=625,2014-12-27T00:34:00,Nogay Islamic Empire,"Our citizens of Turkey, we will deliver to saudi namely President Kara Mustafa Suleiman"
16315,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=625,2014-12-27T00:36:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nogay Islamic Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22927017#p22927017"">wrote</a>:</cite>Our citizens of Turkey, we will deliver to saudi namely President Kara Mustafa Suleiman</div></blockquote><br/>I dont want your citizens I want justice."
16316,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=625,2014-12-27T00:37:00,Kumbhalgarh,Britian almost as powerful as Russia now.
16317,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=625,2014-12-27T00:38:00,Kumbhalgarh,Saudi leave Turky but put sanctions on the nation
16318,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=625,2014-12-27T00:39:00,Nogay Islamic Empire,Let you want justice
16319,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=625,2014-12-27T00:39:00,The New Byzantine,"Japan declares war on Taiwan and launch an invasion; Japanese Expeditional forces has been sent there with over 450,000 army with reinforcing 120 Japanese battleships. This could be a bloody invasion and it will take weeks to be occupied.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, we ask permission to Saudi Arabia if we can help your war against this new 'Ottomans' (Turkey)."
16320,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=625,2014-12-27T00:41:00,Scrinia,We request an alliance with Britain as they are the one who make India; a powerful nation.
16321,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=625,2014-12-27T00:41:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22927036#p22927036"">wrote</a>:</cite>Saudi leave Turky but put sanctions on the nation</div></blockquote><br/>we mean no disrespect but we have lost many men and I can not simply do that, a compromise must occur or we will take the capital."
16322,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=625,2014-12-27T00:43:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Byzantine <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22927044#p22927044"">wrote</a>:</cite>Japan declares war on Taiwan and launch an invasion; Japanese Expeditional forces has been sent there with over 450,000 army with reinforcing 120 Japanese battleships. This could be a bloody invasion and it will take weeks to be occupied.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, we ask permission to Saudi Arabia if we can help your war against this new 'Ottomans' (Turkey).</div></blockquote><br/>we tell Japan we have them in a sort of chokehold and the war is farely one sided but thank you for offering support."
16323,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=625,2014-12-27T00:44:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22927027#p22927027"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Nogay Islamic Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22927017#p22927017"">wrote</a>:</cite>Our citizens of Turkey, we will deliver to saudi namely President Kara Mustafa Suleiman</div></blockquote><br/>I dont want your citizens I want justice.</div></blockquote><br/>Germany advise for Saudi Arabia to not go down this path. Germany explains that Saudia is coming from pure anger, let Germany rule Turkey, as we can reform it. We are also capable of making sure no aggression happens again, while giving it autonomy;appeasing both sides.<br/><br/>Germany has conquered Northern Italy, as a siege of Rome begins."
16324,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=625,2014-12-27T00:46:00,The Hezbollah Republic,"Turkey is met with retaliation on the Algerian beach front. 20,000 Turkey Elite soldiers are captured and forced to join the Algerian Armed Forces. Algeria requests that we get a small part of Turkey. Algeria requests that the Japanese authorize that we land in Taiwan and help the Japanese forces."
16325,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=625,2014-12-27T00:47:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22927069#p22927069"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22927027#p22927027"">wrote</a>:</cite>I dont want your citizens I want justice.</div></blockquote><br/>Germany advise for Saudi Arabia to not go down this path. Germany explains that Saudia is coming from pure anger, let Germany rule Turkey, as we can reform it. We are also capable of making sure no aggression happens again, while giving it autonomy;appeasing both sides. <br/><br/>Germany has conquered Northern Italy, as a siege of Rome begins.</div></blockquote><br/>we tell Germany we don't hate turky we just want justice ft there false claims and attacks. Plus we support your reconquests' so please support us in this war"
16326,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=625,2014-12-27T00:49:00,Badassistanian,Saudi leaves a final deal on the table west turkey is given to Russia and the east becomes a sort of modern day vassal to saudi.
16327,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=625,2014-12-27T00:49:00,Tractionisia,"We ignore the Australian threat about invading Philippines.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, we take control of the Sabah region and finally we declared war on Malaysia because for Sabah, this could be Malaysian army cause to be unpreparedness of the Philippine invasion in Malaysian Borneo. Philippines conquest is; the Malaysian Borneo region. The forces in Sabah will marching to the Sarawak State of Borneo, the Philippine forces in Sabah is consisting of 450,000 and 1000 tanks, the Sarawak State will be sure almost a month to be captured and this will be a very bloody battle.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, we ask Japan if we can have South Formosa and you can have North Formosa with Taipei."
16328,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=625,2014-12-27T00:51:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22927093#p22927093"">wrote</a>:</cite>Saudi leaves a final deal on the table west turkey is given to Russia and the east becomes a sort of modern day vassal to saudi.</div></blockquote><br/>this means tHat east turkey can control itself but must rule under Saudi."
16329,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=625,2014-12-27T00:52:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22927093#p22927093"">wrote</a>:</cite>Saudi leaves a final deal on the table west turkey is given to Russia and the east becomes a sort of modern day vassal to saudi.</div></blockquote><br/>Germany again advises this isn't the best way, we advise to let us in, and reorganize their government. Germany will even pay for all damages and loss of lives during this war, but let Turkey still claim its lands."
16330,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=625,2014-12-27T00:53:00,The New Byzantine,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Hezbollah Republic <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22927079#p22927079"">wrote</a>:</cite>Turkey is met with retaliation on the Algerian beach front. 20,000 Turkey Elite soldiers are captured and forced to join the Algerian Armed Forces. Algeria requests that we get a small part of Turkey. Algeria requests that the Japanese authorize that we land in Taiwan and help the Japanese forces.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>We simply declined that request because Japan is a powerful imperialist nation but we thanked about the help request of Algeria.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Tractionisia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22927079#p22927079"">wrote</a>:</cite>Meanwhile, we ask Japan if we can have South Formosa and you can have North Formosa with Taipei.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>We gladly accept the request of the Philippines."
16331,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=625,2014-12-27T00:55:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Byzantine <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22927110#p22927110"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Hezbollah Republic <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22927079#p22927079"">wrote</a>:</cite>Turkey is met with retaliation on the Algerian beach front. 20,000 Turkey Elite soldiers are captured and forced to join the Algerian Armed Forces. Algeria requests that we get a small part of Turkey. Algeria requests that the Japanese authorize that we land in Taiwan and help the Japanese forces.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>We simply declined that request because Japan is a powerful imperialist nation but we thanked about the help request of Algeria.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Tractionisia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22927079#p22927079"">wrote</a>:</cite>Meanwhile, we ask Japan if we can have South Formosa and you can have North Formosa with Taipei.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>We gladly accept the request of the Philippines.</div></blockquote><br/>Germany request an alliance with Japan, seeing as Japan is a major power, and Germany is rising to become a dominant power, this can benefit both nations. As Germany will have influence in the east, and Japan will have access to Germany's massive steel industry."
16332,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=625,2014-12-27T00:58:00,The New Byzantine,"Six hours after the declaring war with Taiwan, The Expeditional forces has arrived on the beach near Taipei and manage to take an offensive from Taiwanese defensive line and the Expeditional forces manage to fight the Taiwanese defensive forces, the Expeditional forces has lose many forces and take a big casualties but the Yamato battleships (Japan) manage to help the Expeditional forces and bombard the Taiwanese defensive forces; this could make them retreat back to Taipei.<br/><br/>After that bloody beach battle; Japanese Imperial Army arrived with Japanese tanks and make a settlement in the beach and take a rest so they can besiege Taipei in the next morning.<br/><br/>JAPANESE EXPEDITIONAL FORCES:<br/>450,000 - Total<br/>135,000 - KIA<br/>320,000 - Remaining<br/><br/>[REINFORCING] JAPANESE IMPERIAL ARMY W/ TANKS:<br/>650,000 - Total<br/>5000 - Tanks"
16333,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=625,2014-12-27T00:58:00,The Dominion Of The Corn,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22926986#p22926986"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Dominion Of The Corn <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22926930#p22926930"">wrote</a>:</cite>Switzerland requests from Britain Challenger tanks and asks what a reasonable price for the batch would be</div></blockquote><br/><br/>whats ur budget?</div></blockquote><br/>Swiss military budget is currently at $5 billion"
16334,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=625,2014-12-27T01:00:00,The New Byzantine,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22927121#p22927121"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The New Byzantine <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22927110#p22927110"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>We simply declined that request because Japan is a powerful imperialist nation but we thanked about the help request of Algeria.<br/><br/><br/><br/>We gladly accept the request of the Philippines.</div></blockquote><br/>Germany request an alliance with Japan, seeing as Japan is a major power, and Germany is rising to become a dominant power, this can benefit both nations. As Germany will have influence in the east, and Japan will have access to Germany's massive steel industry.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>We sure accept the alliance with Germany and we invite Germany to join the 'World Imperialist Alliance'<br/><br/><span style=""color: #FF8000"">PENDING INVITE</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">India</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">China</span>"
16335,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=625,2014-12-27T01:01:00,The Dominion Of The Corn,"Switzerland requests that it may purchase the regions of Piedmont, Liguria, , Lombardy, and Aosta Valley in northern Italy for 5 billion dollars each from Germany"
16336,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=625,2014-12-27T01:02:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22927107#p22927107"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22927093#p22927093"">wrote</a>:</cite>Saudi leaves a final deal on the table west turkey is given to Russia and the east becomes a sort of modern day vassal to saudi.</div></blockquote><br/>Germany again advises this isn't the best way, we advise to let us in, and reorganize their government. Germany will even pay for all damages and loss of lives during this war, but let Turkey still claim its lands.</div></blockquote><br/>we will agree to the following terms<br/>1. after you are done you leave the country<br/>2. you help grow its economy<br/>3. you make sure that they know an attack against Saudi will result in annexation<br/>4. you must pay like you have said you would<br/>5. YOU LEAVE TURKEY AND THE MIDDLE EAST WHEN YOU ARE DONE"
16337,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=650,2014-12-27T01:06:00,Togeria,"Germany accepts.<br/><br/>Germany has beaten Italy, the German-Italian wars have ended, with Germany the victor. The treaty has been signed in Rome, the northern parts of Italy have been ceded to Germany. The Fourth Reich is nearly complete, and as such Germany puts less into military, and more into infrastructure and education. A total of 34,000 have died, along with 5,000 Arabian troops. Germany has passed a series of amendment that have given better equal rights, such as allowing homosexuals to join the army, and better protection of workers rights."
16338,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=650,2014-12-27T01:06:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22927149#p22927149"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22927107#p22927107"">wrote</a>:</cite>Germany again advises this isn't the best way, we advise to let us in, and reorganize their government. Germany will even pay for all damages and loss of lives during this war, but let Turkey still claim its lands.</div></blockquote><br/>we will agree to the following terms<br/>1. after you are done you leave the country<br/>2. you help grow its economy<br/>3. you make sure that they know an attack against Saudi will result in annexation<br/>4. you must pay like you have said you would<br/>5. YOU LEAVE TURKEY AND THE MIDDLE EAST WHEN YOU ARE DONE</div></blockquote><br/>Germany agrees."
16339,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=650,2014-12-27T01:07:00,The Dominion Of The Corn,Switzerland requests that Germany protect Swiss sovereignty in exchange for exclusive trade and banking rights with Switzerland
16340,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=650,2014-12-27T01:09:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22927169#p22927169"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22927149#p22927149"">wrote</a>:</cite>we will agree to the following terms<br/>1. after you are done you leave the country<br/>2. you help grow its economy<br/>3. you make sure that they know an attack against Saudi will result in annexation<br/>4. you must pay like you have said you would<br/>5. YOU LEAVE TURKEY AND THE MIDDLE EAST WHEN YOU ARE DONE</div></blockquote><br/>Germany agrees.</div></blockquote><br/>oh we would also like to keep military presence in the country"
16341,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=650,2014-12-27T01:11:00,Badassistanian,occ: for the map maker: no one but turkey controls turkey
16342,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=650,2014-12-27T01:16:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Dominion Of The Corn <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22927172#p22927172"">wrote</a>:</cite>Switzerland requests that Germany protect Swiss sovereignty in exchange for exclusive trade and banking rights with Switzerland</div></blockquote><br/>Germany accepts, and will also allow Arabia to keep military prescence within Turkey, albeit limited."
16343,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=650,2014-12-27T01:17:00,The New Byzantine,"The Second Japanese Empire or simply Japan consists of;<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Japan</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Korea</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Manchuria</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">North Taiwan <span style=""color: #FF0000"">(Under Japanese-invasion)</span></span><br/><br/>DIPLOMATIC RELATIONS of The Second Japanese Empire;<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Soviet Union</span>-<span style=""color: #00BF40"">FRIENDLY (Allies)</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">China</span>-<span style=""color: #00FF40"">VERY FRIENDLY (Allies)</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Saudi Arabia</span>-<span style=""color: #00BF40"">FRIENDLY (Allies)</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Brazil</span>-<span style=""color: #0080FF"">INDIFFERENT</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Mexico</span>-<span style=""color: #0080FF"">INDIFFERENT</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Argentina</span>-<span style=""color: #0080FF"">INDIFFERENT</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">USA</span>-<span style=""color: #BF0000"">UNFRIENDLY</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Germany</span>-<span style=""color: #00BF40"">FRIENDLY (Allies)</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">France</span>-<span style=""color: #00BF40"">FRIENDLY (Non-Aggression Pact)</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Philippines</span>-<span style=""color: #00FF40"">VERY FRIENDLY (Trading Partners)</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">New Zealand</span>-<span style=""color: #0080FF"">INDIFFERENT</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Australia</span>-<span style=""color: #00BF40"">FRIENDLY (Trading Partners)</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Great Britain</span>-<span style=""color: #00BF40"">FRIENDLY (Allies)</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Turkey</span>-<span style=""color: #BF0000"">UNFRIENDLY</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Singapore</span>-<span style=""color: #00BF40"">FRIENDLY</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">India</span>-<span style=""color: #00FF40"">VERY FRIENDLY (Mutual Allies)</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Indonesia</span>-<span style=""color: #00BF40"">FRIENDLY</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Yugoslavia</span>-<span style=""color: #0080FF"">INDIFFERENT</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Switzerland</span>-<span style=""color: #0080FF"">INDIFFERENT</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Algeria</span>-<span style=""color: #00BF40"">FRIENDLY</span>"
16344,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=650,2014-12-27T01:24:00,Badassistanian,"we have had sovereign right over Sudan for a while and it continues to grow, there are now citizens demanding we annex the country."
16345,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=650,2014-12-27T01:29:00,The Dominion Of The Corn,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22927215#p22927215"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Dominion Of The Corn <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22927172#p22927172"">wrote</a>:</cite>Switzerland requests that Germany protect Swiss sovereignty in exchange for exclusive trade and banking rights with Switzerland</div></blockquote><br/>Germany accepts, and will also allow Arabia to keep military prescence within Turkey, albeit limited.</div></blockquote><br/>What says Germany in regards to the previous offer for a Swiss purchase of northwestern Italy?"
16346,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=650,2014-12-27T01:33:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Dominion Of The Corn <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22927247#p22927247"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22927215#p22927215"">wrote</a>:</cite>Germany accepts, and will also allow Arabia to keep military prescence within Turkey, albeit limited.</div></blockquote><br/>What says Germany in regards to the previous offer for a Swiss purchase of northwestern Italy?</div></blockquote><br/>Swiss purchase, and we Northern Italy was ceded to us."
16347,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=650,2014-12-27T01:36:00,Badassistanian,veterans of the Turkish war are given the assignment of taking over Sudan the country shear size is going to make this hard but the king cant refuse 98% of the populous.
16348,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=650,2014-12-27T01:38:00,Scrinia,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Byzantine <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22927138#p22927138"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22927121#p22927121"">wrote</a>:</cite>Germany request an alliance with Japan, seeing as Japan is a major power, and Germany is rising to become a dominant power, this can benefit both nations. As Germany will have influence in the east, and Japan will have access to Germany's massive steel industry.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>We sure accept the alliance with Germany and we invite Germany to join the 'World Imperialist Alliance'<br/><br/><span style=""color: #FF8000"">PENDING INVITE</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">India</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">China</span></div></blockquote><br/><br/>We accept to join the 'World Imperialist Alliance'."
16349,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=650,2014-12-27T01:42:00,Badassistanian,"200,000 men are sent into Egypt they begin the classic Saudi tactic of capturing the border and then marching straight to the capital and fighting all enemies along the way, they begin by using tanks and air support to take out the defensive."
16350,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=650,2014-12-27T01:48:00,The New Byzantine,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">BATTLE OF TAIPEI</span><br/>In the next morning; about almost 5am, the Japanese Expeditional Forces together with the reinforcing Japanese Imperial Army stormed the Taipei making Taiwanese forces force to wake up with a unpreparedness attack from the Japanese invasion. In the outer city of Taipei; Taiwanese defensive forces shows a lot of Japanese invading forces, showing Japan as the new mighty empire from its vengeance! The Taiwanese defensive forces manage to fight the Japanese invading forces, within hours later as the Taiwanese starts to low on ammo; they retreat to the inner city and the Japanese invading forces captured the outer city; Japanese tanks bomb the inner city with the help of a Japanese aerial raid of the city; all of the Japanese forces stormed the inner city of Taipei and most of the Taiwanese forces retreated back to Southern; mountainous Taiwan and few of 300 Taiwanese forces stayed in Taipei to fight against the invaders; within one hour, the Japanese forces CAPTURED Taipei and executed the remaining a Taiwanese forces.<br/><br/>We tell the Philippines that Southern Taiwan is now controlled by the remaining Taiwanese troops, if you arrive there, kill them! They thought you are a helping Taiwan but it's not!<br/><br/>--<br/><br/>JAPANESE EXPEDITIONAL FORCES<br/>320,000 - Total<br/>280,000 - KIA<br/>40,000 - Remaining<br/>8,000 - Injured<br/><br/>JAPANESE IMPERIAL ARMY<br/>650,000 - Total<br/>150,000 - KIA<br/>500,000 - Remaining<br/>68 tanks - destroyed"
16351,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=650,2014-12-27T02:07:00,Tractionisia,"Almost weeks later; the Philippines has a full-control of the Malaysian Borneo, over 500,000 Philippine forces have died from the amphibious invasion; after the invasion, we annex Brunei and take control of Brunei.<br/><br/>We manage to have a peace-treaty with Malaysia and they accept it.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, we tell Japan that we will invade South Formosa about several days to go because my armies are replenishing after the amphibious invasion in Malaysian Borneo.<br/><br/>Philippines consist of;<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Philippines</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Brunei</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Malaysian Borneo</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">South Formosa (thru the pact with Japan)</span>"
16352,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=650,2014-12-27T02:23:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Byzantine <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22926027#p22926027"">wrote</a>:</cite>Japan created the 'Asian Continental Imperialist Alliance', inviting China and India.<br/><br/>We request to the Soviet Union if we can purchase their Far-East held territories for $1.1 billion.</div></blockquote><br/>We decline."
16353,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=650,2014-12-27T02:29:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,Iran is mine.
16354,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=650,2014-12-27T02:30:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,Please post map.
16355,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=650,2014-12-27T02:31:00,Kumbhalgarh,"Britian begins to assault various African Nations. The classic British technique of outclassing their openent's postion was put to work as 50,000 British Men attacked the nation of Kenya. Tanks, and Planes which were british were seen bombing Many Kenyan Millitary Bases as the British Pushed Kenya Back. General McWatson led 20,000 men into a charge at Naroibi where they rolled their tanks into the city, and made the remaining Kenyan army surrender. Kenya was part of Britian.<br/><br/><br/>The British Empire now consists of:<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Portugal<br/>Spain<br/>England<br/>Ireland <br/>Wales<br/>Scotland<br/>South Africa<br/>Belgium<br/>Namibia<br/>Mosambique<br/>Botswana<br/>Zimababwe<br/>Angola <br/>Zambia<br/>Tanzania<br/>Congo<br/>Kenya<br/>Madagascar</span>"
16356,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=650,2014-12-27T02:34:00,The Hezbollah Republic,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Byzantine <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22927216#p22927216"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Second Japanese Empire or simply Japan consists of;<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Japan</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Korea</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Manchuria</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">North Taiwan <span style=""color: #FF0000"">(Under Japanese-invasion)</span></span><br/><br/>DIPLOMATIC RELATIONS of The Second Japanese Empire;<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Soviet Union</span> - <span style=""color: #00BF40"">FRIENDLY (Allies)</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">China</span> - <span style=""color: #00FF40"">VERY FRIENDLY (Allies)</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Saudi Arabia</span> - <span style=""color: #00BF40"">FRIENDLY (Allies)</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Brazil</span> - <span style=""color: #0080FF"">INDIFFERENT</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Mexico</span> - <span style=""color: #0080FF"">INDIFFERENT</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Argentina</span> - <span style=""color: #0080FF"">INDIFFERENT</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">USA</span> - <span style=""color: #BF0000"">UNFRIENDLY</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Germany</span> - <span style=""color: #00BF40"">FRIENDLY (Allies)</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">France</span> - <span style=""color: #00BF40"">FRIENDLY (Non-Aggression Pact)</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Philippines</span> - <span style=""color: #00FF40"">VERY FRIENDLY (Trading Partners)</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">New Zealand</span> - <span style=""color: #0080FF"">INDIFFERENT</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Australia</span> - <span style=""color: #00BF40"">FRIENDLY (Trading Partners)</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Great Britain</span> - <span style=""color: #00BF40"">FRIENDLY (Allies)</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Turkey</span> - <span style=""color: #BF0000"">UNFRIENDLY</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Singapore</span> - <span style=""color: #00BF40"">FRIENDLY</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">India</span> - <span style=""color: #00FF40"">VERY FRIENDLY (Mutual Allies)</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Indonesia</span> - <span style=""color: #00BF40"">FRIENDLY</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Yugoslavia</span> - <span style=""color: #0080FF"">INDIFFERENT</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Switzerland</span> - <span style=""color: #0080FF"">INDIFFERENT</span></div></blockquote><br/><br/>What about me? XD"
16357,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=650,2014-12-27T02:39:00,The New Byzantine,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Hezbollah Republic <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22927447#p22927447"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The New Byzantine <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22927216#p22927216"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Second Japanese Empire or simply Japan consists of;<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Japan</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Korea</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Manchuria</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">North Taiwan <span style=""color: #FF0000"">(Under Japanese-invasion)</span></span><br/><br/>DIPLOMATIC RELATIONS of The Second Japanese Empire;<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Soviet Union</span> - <span style=""color: #00BF40"">FRIENDLY (Allies)</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">China</span> - <span style=""color: #00FF40"">VERY FRIENDLY (Allies)</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Saudi Arabia</span> - <span style=""color: #00BF40"">FRIENDLY (Allies)</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Brazil</span> - <span style=""color: #0080FF"">INDIFFERENT</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Mexico</span> - <span style=""color: #0080FF"">INDIFFERENT</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Argentina</span> - <span style=""color: #0080FF"">INDIFFERENT</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">USA</span> - <span style=""color: #BF0000"">UNFRIENDLY</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Germany</span> - <span style=""color: #00BF40"">FRIENDLY (Allies)</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">France</span> - <span style=""color: #00BF40"">FRIENDLY (Non-Aggression Pact)</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Philippines</span> - <span style=""color: #00FF40"">VERY FRIENDLY (Trading Partners)</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">New Zealand</span> - <span style=""color: #0080FF"">INDIFFERENT</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Australia</span> - <span style=""color: #00BF40"">FRIENDLY (Trading Partners)</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Great Britain</span> - <span style=""color: #00BF40"">FRIENDLY (Allies)</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Turkey</span> - <span style=""color: #BF0000"">UNFRIENDLY</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Singapore</span> - <span style=""color: #00BF40"">FRIENDLY</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">India</span> - <span style=""color: #00FF40"">VERY FRIENDLY (Mutual Allies)</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Indonesia</span> - <span style=""color: #00BF40"">FRIENDLY</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Yugoslavia</span> - <span style=""color: #0080FF"">INDIFFERENT</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Switzerland</span> - <span style=""color: #0080FF"">INDIFFERENT</span></div></blockquote><br/><br/>What about me? XD</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Oh shit I forgot you sorry man, I'll edit it"
16358,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=650,2014-12-27T02:40:00,Kumbhalgarh,"Britian is working on developing Africa's economy. industries are opeened, villages are given basic human facilites, and workers rights are great. The economy of Britian is on a boom as the gdp growth is 7% this quarter. Moreover the army purchases 5 new Nuclear armed Battle ships thus making Britian Nuclear Armed, and also 3 nuclear power plants, and 5 hydroelectric dams are being built across England ensuring the Nation's completely dependence on Renewable Energy sources. The British African Terrotories are booming in agriculture as farmers ar given rights, technology, and money. Animal welfare is also an important concern. Infrastructure is built in African British Colonies as more than 500 buildings, and hospitals are confirmed to be building. Moreover poverty is cancelled out by more jobs, and less inflation. The Pound goes up against the dollar by a staggering 3 dollars per Pound"
16359,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=650,2014-12-27T02:41:00,The Hezbollah Republic,"Algeria reminds Britain that North Africa will be held by Algeria. Further expansion is being frowned upon. Tunisia is officially declared a puppet state of Algeria.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Current Territory's</span><br/><span style=""color: #00BFFF"">Algeria</span><br/><span style=""color: #FF0000"">Tunisia</span><br/><br/>OOC:Really? Come on your the UK don't take over all of Africa how about you focus on Europe! The nazis are knocking at your door."
16360,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=650,2014-12-27T02:42:00,Kumbhalgarh,"The Army begins to make Millitary bases all over the world. With bases in France, Germany, Italy, Africa, America, Mexico, India, Japan, Nepal, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Russia, Ukraine, Mongolia, China, and Phillipines being commisioned to start. Moreover the army is mobilizing heavily defending its borders, building watch towers, and britan is producing more and more tanks."
16361,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=650,2014-12-27T02:43:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Hezbollah Republic <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22927476#p22927476"">wrote</a>:</cite>Algeria reminds Britain that North Africa will be held by Algeria. Further expansion is being frowned upon. Tunisia is officially declared a puppet state of Algeria.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Current Territory's</span><br/><span style=""color: #00BFFF"">Algeria</span><br/><span style=""color: #FF0000"">Tunisia</span><br/><br/>OOC:Really? Come on your the UK don't take over all of Africa how about you focus on Europe! The nazis are knocking at your door.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/><br/>OOC: Germany is allies. If they set their eyes on Britian Saudi Arabia, Soviet union, Japan, and China will destroy them."
16362,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=675,2014-12-27T02:43:00,Kumbhalgarh,And no one can stop me from expanding into Africa. I was here first.
16363,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=675,2014-12-27T02:44:00,Scrinia,"OOC: wait I owned Tibet? Since when? THANK U DUTCHLAND<img alt="":lol:"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_laugh.gif"" title=""LOL""/><br/><br/>Tibet is now a new region of India after purchasing a region from China."
16364,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=675,2014-12-27T02:44:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22927432#p22927432"">wrote</a>:</cite>Britian begins to assault various African Nations. The classic British technique of outclassing their openent's postion was put to work as 50,000 British Men attacked the nation of Kenya. Tanks, and Planes which were british were seen bombing Many Kenyan Millitary Bases as the British Pushed Kenya Back. General McWatson led 20,000 men into a charge at Naroibi where they rolled their tanks into the city, and made the remaining Kenyan army surrender. Kenya was part of Britian.<br/><br/><br/>The British Empire now consists of:<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Portugal<br/>Spain<br/>England<br/>Ireland <br/>Wales<br/>Scotland<br/>South Africa<br/>Belgium<br/>Namibia<br/>Mosambique<br/>Botswana<br/>Zimababwe<br/>Angola <br/>Zambia<br/>Tanzania<br/>Congo<br/>Kenya<br/>Madagascar</span></div></blockquote><br/>we remind Britain about there agreement to stop there african conquests at the democratic republic of congo wich means you can not take Ethiopia, solamolia, south sudan, central african republic, camroon, and everything above and to the west of those countrys"
16365,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=675,2014-12-27T02:45:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Hezbollah Republic <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22927476#p22927476"">wrote</a>:</cite>Algeria reminds Britain that North Africa will be held by Algeria. Further expansion is being frowned upon. Tunisia is officially declared a puppet state of Algeria.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Current Territory's</span><br/><span style=""color: #00BFFF"">Algeria</span><br/><span style=""color: #FF0000"">Tunisia</span><br/><br/>OOC:Really? Come on your the UK don't take over all of Africa how about you focus on Europe! The nazis are knocking at your door.</div></blockquote><br/>I'm not a Nazi. I'll rek you if you say that again."
16366,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=675,2014-12-27T02:45:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Scrinia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22927051#p22927051"">wrote</a>:</cite>We request an alliance with Britain as they are the one who make India; a powerful nation.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>We agree gladly, and send a box of strawberries as a peace gift."
16367,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=675,2014-12-27T02:46:00,The New Byzantine,"<blockquote><div><cite>Furstia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22923289#p22923289"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC:<br/>Updated map<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i.cubeupload.com/UAWdNO.png"" rel=""nofollow"">http://i.cubeupload.com/UAWdNO.png</a></div></blockquote><br/><br/>Lol u forgot India owning Nepal and Sri Lanka and me owning Manchuria and North Twiwan<img alt="":("" src=""./images/smilies/sm_sad.gif"" title=""Sadface""/>u also forgot philippines; consist of Philippines, Malaysian Borneo, Brunei and South Taiwan. U also forgot Indonesia and singapore"
16368,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=675,2014-12-27T02:47:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22927499#p22927499"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22927432#p22927432"">wrote</a>:</cite>Britian begins to assault various African Nations. The classic British technique of outclassing their openent's postion was put to work as 50,000 British Men attacked the nation of Kenya. Tanks, and Planes which were british were seen bombing Many Kenyan Millitary Bases as the British Pushed Kenya Back. General McWatson led 20,000 men into a charge at Naroibi where they rolled their tanks into the city, and made the remaining Kenyan army surrender. Kenya was part of Britian.<br/><br/><br/>The British Empire now consists of:<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Portugal<br/>Spain<br/>England<br/>Ireland <br/>Wales<br/>Scotland<br/>South Africa<br/>Belgium<br/>Namibia<br/>Mosambique<br/>Botswana<br/>Zimababwe<br/>Angola <br/>Zambia<br/>Tanzania<br/>Congo<br/>Kenya<br/>Madagascar</span></div></blockquote><br/>we remind Britain about there agreement to stop there african conquests at the democratic republic of congo wich means you can not take Ethiopia, solamolia, south sudan, central african republic, camroon, and everything above and to the west of those countrys</div></blockquote><br/><br/>We wish to take Uganda, Somalia, Ethiopia, Congo, and The Central African Republic. The rest you may Keep."
16369,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=675,2014-12-27T02:47:00,Kumbhalgarh,OOC: IF YOU MAKE NEW MAP ADD MY AFRICAN COLONIES.
16370,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=675,2014-12-27T02:48:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22927508#p22927508"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Scrinia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22927051#p22927051"">wrote</a>:</cite>We request an alliance with Britain as they are the one who make India; a powerful nation.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>We agree gladly, and send a box of strawberries as a peace gift.</div></blockquote><br/>Germany wishes for stronger relations with the UK, as both are the top powers in Europe. Germany wishes to take land in central and South America."
16371,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=675,2014-12-27T02:48:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22927527#p22927527"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22927508#p22927508"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><br/>We agree gladly, and send a box of strawberries as a peace gift.</div></blockquote><br/>Germany wishes for stronger relations with the UK, as both are the top powers in Europe. Germany wishes to take land in central and South America.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/><br/>Britian wishes to colonize Brazil, and says that the rest may be taken by Germany. Britan starts to trade with Germany, and also asks for a millitary alliance."
16372,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=675,2014-12-27T02:49:00,The Hezbollah Republic,"OOC:It was a joke<img alt="":rofl:"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_rofl.gif"" title=""ROFL""/><br/><br/>IC: Algeria declares that the current status with the UK and Fourth Reich is<span style=""color: #FF0000"">Unfriendly</span>. Continue to make threats and we shall shove bullets down your throat."
16373,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=675,2014-12-27T02:50:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22927531#p22927531"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22927527#p22927527"">wrote</a>:</cite>Germany wishes for stronger relations with the UK, as both are the top powers in Europe. Germany wishes to take land in central and South America.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/><br/>Britian wishes to colonize Brazil, and says that the rest may be taken by Germany. Britan starts to trade with Germany, and also asks for a millitary alliance.</div></blockquote><br/>Germany accepts, and begins sending ships to Hati, planning on also taking territory in the Caribbean."
16374,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=675,2014-12-27T02:50:00,Badassistanian,"we continue the invasion of Sudan and rush towards the capital<br/>the ASSAULT OF SUDAN CAPITAL<br/>we attack the capital using the same tactics we used in Egypt rushing them and pushing them out. we rush them with 20,000 soldiers by surprise there low garrison is easily overpowered and destroyed. citizen resistance holds progress of the troops. after many battles the capital is finally captured. the country is annexed"
16375,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=675,2014-12-27T02:51:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Hezbollah Republic <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22927534#p22927534"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC:It was a joke <img alt="":rofl:"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_rofl.gif"" title=""ROFL""/> <br/><br/>IC: Algeria declares that the current status with the UK and Fourth Reich is <span style=""color: #FF0000"">Unfriendly</span>. Continue to make threats and we shall shove bullets down your throat.</div></blockquote><br/>Germany doesn't consider Algeria a threat, and as such continues it's business."
16376,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=675,2014-12-27T02:51:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22927520#p22927520"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22927499#p22927499"">wrote</a>:</cite>we remind Britain about there agreement to stop there african conquests at the democratic republic of congo wich means you can not take Ethiopia, solamolia, south sudan, central african republic, camroon, and everything above and to the west of those countrys</div></blockquote><br/><br/>We wish to take Uganda, Somalia, Ethiopia, Congo, and The Central African Republic. The rest you may Keep.</div></blockquote><br/>we are fine with this except for ethiopia and somolia."
16377,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=675,2014-12-27T02:52:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Hezbollah Republic <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22927534#p22927534"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC:It was a joke <img alt="":rofl:"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_rofl.gif"" title=""ROFL""/> <br/><br/>IC: Algeria declares that the current status with the UK and Fourth Reich is <span style=""color: #FF0000"">Unfriendly</span>. Continue to make threats and we shall shove bullets down your throat.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>Uk reminds Algeria that UK and Germany are the top powers in Europe.<br/><br/><br/>The British army pushes into Uganda with an army of 50,000 men. Tanks and planes bomb the Ugandan Capital to<br/>give out a warning. The british men fire Bazookas, and tanks roll out and demolish the Ugandan army bases. Uganda surrenders eventually as the British Army rolls in to the Capital.<br/><br/><br/>UGANDA IS PART OF MY EMPIRE."
16378,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=675,2014-12-27T02:52:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Byzantine <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22927518#p22927518"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Furstia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22923289#p22923289"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC:<br/>Updated map<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i.cubeupload.com/UAWdNO.png"" rel=""nofollow"">http://i.cubeupload.com/UAWdNO.png</a></div></blockquote><br/><br/>Lol u forgot India owning Nepal and Sri Lanka and me owning Manchuria and North Twiwan <img alt="":("" src=""./images/smilies/sm_sad.gif"" title=""Sadface""/> u also forgot philippines; consist of Philippines, Malaysian Borneo, Brunei and South Taiwan. U also forgot Indonesia and singapore</div></blockquote><br/>Also add northern Italy to my Reich."
16379,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=675,2014-12-27T02:53:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22927531#p22927531"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22927527#p22927527"">wrote</a>:</cite>Germany wishes for stronger relations with the UK, as both are the top powers in Europe. Germany wishes to take land in central and South America.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/><br/>Britian wishes to colonize Brazil, and says that the rest may be taken by Germany. Britan starts to trade with Germany, and also asks for a millitary alliance.</div></blockquote><br/>brazil is player controlled"
16380,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=675,2014-12-27T02:53:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22927559#p22927559"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The New Byzantine <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22927518#p22927518"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Lol u forgot India owning Nepal and Sri Lanka and me owning Manchuria and North Twiwan <img alt="":("" src=""./images/smilies/sm_sad.gif"" title=""Sadface""/> u also forgot philippines; consist of Philippines, Malaysian Borneo, Brunei and South Taiwan. U also forgot Indonesia and singapore</div></blockquote><br/>Also add northern Italy to my Reich.</div></blockquote><br/>and i have gained SUDAN"
16381,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=675,2014-12-27T02:54:00,Zhenos,"A nuclear bomb went off in Jakarta, supposedly a mishap that happened when the military tries to test it. Millions death."
16382,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=675,2014-12-27T02:56:00,Kumbhalgarh,"The British Army begins to assault the Central African Republic heavy fire is exchange on the borders as both sides lose many men. The British Finally bring in their Advancing Panzer Tanks and blast the Central African defenses out. Aerial support also kills the Central african Men.<br/><br/><br/><br/>The Assault on the capital of Central African Republic:<br/><br/>The Batlle ensues with both sides on a stalemante. Eventually The british make a bold charge and lose 3,000 men, but gain a valuable position in the battle, then the tanks provide cover as the british soldiers sneak into their camp and occupy it. Thus cornering the Central African Men. The soldiers are given mercy. As the crowd rasies cheer for the British Men.<br/><br/>Central African Republic Annexed."
16383,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=675,2014-12-27T02:59:00,Tractionisia,"After the successful conquest in Malaysian Borneo and Brunei and the peace treaty with Malaysia, we turned to Taiwan after Japan occupied Northern Taiwan.<br/><br/>At midnight; Philippine Northern Luzon Brigade consist of 500,000 troops and 400 camouflage tanks arrived at the southern tip beach of Southern Taiwan and the PNLB starts to make a settlement on the beach.<br/><br/>At sunrise; the PNLB has been giving orders to keep moving and find the LAST settlement of the Taiwanese forces and then the Taiwanese forces saw the incoming Philippine forces, the Taiwanese forces thought that the Philippine forces was helping Taiwan to kick out Japan on their nation but it's not; the Taiwanese forces welcomed the Philippine forces at the city of Pingtung; the last stronghold of Taiwan and after that the Philippine forces start shooting on the Taiwanese forces and all of the Taiwanese forces was wiped out. Taiwan is ceased to exist.<br/><br/>Philippines is now considered as one of the powerful nations in Southeast Asia.<br/>Philippines consist of;<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Philippines</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Brunei </span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Malaysian Borneo</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">South Taiwan</span>"
16384,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=675,2014-12-27T03:01:00,Togeria,"An assault of hati begins, the German navy using destroyers and submarines to crush the small navy, as a force of 12,000 is sent to invade the island, and establish German order. 200 have died so far."
16385,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=675,2014-12-27T03:02:00,Kumbhalgarh,"Uk is now considered one of the most powerful nations in the world, and Europe.<br/><br/><br/>Uk consists of:<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">England<br/>Ireland<br/>Scotland<br/>Wales<br/>Belgium<br/>Spain<br/>Portugal<br/>Botswana<br/>Mosambique<br/>ZImbabwe<br/>Namibia<br/>Tanzania<br/>Angola<br/>Zambia<br/>Democratic Republic of Congo<br/>Congo<br/>Uganda<br/>Kenya<br/>Gabon<br/>Madagascar<br/></span>"
16386,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=675,2014-12-27T03:03:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22927581#p22927581"">wrote</a>:</cite>The British Army begins to assault the Central African Republic heavy fire is exchange on the borders as both sides lose many men. The British Finally bring in their Advancing Panzer Tanks and blast the Central African defenses out. Aerial support also kills the Central african Men.<br/><br/><br/><br/>The Assault on the capital of Central African Republic:<br/><br/>The Batlle ensues with both sides on a stalemante. Eventually The british make a bold charge and lose 3,000 men, but gain a valuable position in the battle, then the tanks provide cover as the british soldiers sneak into their camp and occupy it. Thus cornering the Central African Men. The soldiers are given mercy. As the crowd rasies cheer for the British Men.<br/><br/>Central African Republic Annexed.</div></blockquote><br/>occ: i posted this earlier but i dont know if you saw it<br/>we are fine with these few more country you are taking except somolia.<br/>we claim Djibouti and Eritrea sovereign land"
16387,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=700,2014-12-27T03:04:00,The New Byzantine,"<blockquote><div><cite>Zhenos <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22927568#p22927568"">wrote</a>:</cite>A nuclear bomb went off in Jakarta, supposedly a mishap that happened when the military tries to test it. Millions death.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>LOL you bombed ur own nation?<img alt="":blink:"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_blink.gif"" title=""Confused""/>"
16388,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=700,2014-12-27T03:04:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22927617#p22927617"">wrote</a>:</cite>Uk is now considered one of the most powerful nations in the world, and Europe.<br/><br/><br/>Uk consists of:<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">England<br/>Ireland<br/>Scotland<br/>Wales<br/>Belgium<br/>Spain<br/>Portugal<br/>Botswana<br/>Mosambique<br/>ZImbabwe<br/>Namibia<br/>Tanzania<br/>Angola<br/>Zambia<br/>Democratic Republic of Congo<br/>Congo<br/>Uganda<br/>Kenya<br/>Gabon</span></div></blockquote><br/>Think your good now m8. No need for everyone to try and take over the world."
16389,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=700,2014-12-27T03:05:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22927631#p22927631"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22927617#p22927617"">wrote</a>:</cite>Uk is now considered one of the most powerful nations in the world, and Europe.<br/><br/><br/>Uk consists of:<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">England<br/>Ireland<br/>Scotland<br/>Wales<br/>Belgium<br/>Spain<br/>Portugal<br/>Botswana<br/>Mosambique<br/>ZImbabwe<br/>Namibia<br/>Tanzania<br/>Angola<br/>Zambia<br/>Democratic Republic of Congo<br/>Congo<br/>Uganda<br/>Kenya<br/>Gabon</span></div></blockquote><br/>Think your good now m8. No need for everyone to try and take over the world.</div></blockquote><br/>i agree he has a lot of land"
16390,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=700,2014-12-27T03:06:00,Badassistanian,"20,000 troops are dispatched to conquer djbouti and eritrea."
16391,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=700,2014-12-27T03:07:00,Bendicion,"The Commonwealth invades the nations of Mircronesia and Polynesia,excepr New Zealnad.More than 53,000 troops and 100 ships are doing the campaign.<br/><br/>The RAAF starts bombing Port Morseby.<br/><br/>With newer planes AA expands to flights to more cities in China,Jqpan and Sri Lanka.<br/><br/>Welfare programs are beibg made vigorously.<br/><br/>Nuclear plants are being constructed for electiricty and military use."
16392,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=700,2014-12-27T03:10:00,Kumbhalgarh,"The Economy is worked on heavily as the British African colonies are fixed. Industries are built in Africa, toilets are common in rural villages. Everyone child is being educated, and Jobs are being filled. Inflation is going down as people are working hard, and bringing Africa up. More than 3,000 hospitals are being constructed all over British Africa. Millitary is protecting the people from terrorists, and the Gdp growth of the British empire is a staggering 9%. 1 british pound = 3 dollars. Nuclear power plants and renewbale energy sources are also being built. Poverty is being targeted as an evil, and now only about 10 million people are below the poverty line in all of British Empire. The Techonology is improved drastically as Mordern Instruments, Technology, and other mordern equipment is brought to African Agriculture, and everyday life."
16393,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=700,2014-12-27T03:10:00,The New Byzantine,"Asian Continental Imperialist Alliance:<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://www.worldmapmaker.com/edit-map.php?map_id=402940"" rel=""nofollow"">http://www.worldmapmaker.com/edit-map.php?map_id=402940</a>"
16394,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=700,2014-12-27T03:11:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Byzantine <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22927663#p22927663"">wrote</a>:</cite>Asian Continental Imperialist Alliance: <a class=""postlink"" href=""http://www.worldmapmaker.com/edit-map.php?map_id=402940"" rel=""nofollow"">http://www.worldmapmaker.com/edit-map.php?map_id=402940</a></div></blockquote><br/><br/>It isnt strong enough for soviet union yyet."
16395,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=700,2014-12-27T03:13:00,The New Byzantine,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22927667#p22927667"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The New Byzantine <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22927663#p22927663"">wrote</a>:</cite>Asian Continental Imperialist Alliance: <a class=""postlink"" href=""http://www.worldmapmaker.com/edit-map.php?map_id=402940"" rel=""nofollow"">http://www.worldmapmaker.com/edit-map.php?map_id=402940</a></div></blockquote><br/><br/>It isnt strong enough for soviet union yyet.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC: It's just an alliance from three imperialist nations<img alt="":)"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_smile.gif"" title=""Smile""/>"
16396,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=700,2014-12-27T03:13:00,Bendicion,"The Australian Pacific Islands Territories are beung developed for the economy.Government official start creating dozens of ports and airstrips.Pacific Cruise Lines makes the Islands as a hub destination.<br/><br/>Back to Australia,several corporations start springing up.Fashion trends slowly change."
16397,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=700,2014-12-27T03:13:00,Badassistanian,Saudi begins to build thousands of schools across the lands in order to improve our technology and minds. new technological advancements have been made recently including a total of 300 colleges and university's. Saudi is looking to become a more modernized power when it comes to relations and technology
16398,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=700,2014-12-27T03:14:00,The New Byzantine,"We offer Philippines a 'mutual alliance' and also we applaud Philippines for destroying this so-called ""Republic of China""."
16399,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=700,2014-12-27T03:15:00,Kumbhalgarh,"The British Empire's millitary far outpasses the rest, and is still developing. Products are made, and poverty is declining. Moreover, Africa's Agricultural Output increases by a staggering 40%. The British millitary is now nuclear armed, and any attempt to violate Britian willl result in a solid Response. Battleships surround Britian, and its colonies. Millitary bases are in every allied nation of the world. More than 100 bases in the entire world are being constructed. Airforce of Britian is expanding as more planes are bought. The african borders are secured, and sealed with tanks, planes, soldiers, and watch toweres. A massiv iron wall is built seperating British Africa from the rest."
16400,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=700,2014-12-27T03:16:00,Badassistanian,"Djibouti and Eritrea are captured with little resistance due to there size and incapability to take on Saudi. the red sea is now officially completely controlled by Saudi and we use it as a major fishing, tourist, shipping, trading, and navy base."
16401,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=700,2014-12-27T03:17:00,Bendicion,"Australian forces start conquering one island nation after another.This islands will be strategic points for the navy and nuclear silos.<br/><br/>The Commonwealth eyes Indonesia and Papua New guinea.<br/><br/>12,000 troops are mobilized and transports are readied."
16402,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=700,2014-12-27T03:17:00,Kumbhalgarh,"More than 3,000 schools are being made across all of British Africa, and infrastructure is improved. The roads are mordernized, and the new look of Africa is staggering. A mordernzied, Technological, Economical Powerhouse is the new look of British Africa. Children are getting educated and trained for life. The army has gained more than 3 million new recruits, and 2,000 tanks and planes."
16403,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=700,2014-12-27T03:17:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22927685#p22927685"">wrote</a>:</cite>The British Empire's millitary far outpasses the rest, and is still developing. Products are made, and poverty is declining. Moreover, Africa's Agricultural Output increases by a staggering 40%. The British millitary is now nuclear armed, and any attempt to violate Britian willl result in a solid Response. Battleships surround Britian, and its colonies. Millitary bases are in every allied nation of the world. More than 100 bases in the entire world are being constructed. Airforce of Britian is expanding as more planes are bought. The african borders are secured, and sealed with tanks, planes, soldiers, and watch toweres. A massiv iron wall is built seperating British Africa from the rest.</div></blockquote><br/>seeing britain claim they have the best military (russia does btw) and build a wall separating Africa, trust with them is lost."
16404,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=700,2014-12-27T03:18:00,Bendicion,A navy expedition goes to Antarctica and lays claim over all Antarctica.A navy force of 10 arrives then with 100 scientists.
16405,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=700,2014-12-27T03:19:00,Kumbhalgarh,"The Naval power of Britian is very strong. The english channel, The oceans surrounding Africa, and the Antartic Sea, and the artic sea. Are a major power of Brtiain. It is used for trading, fishing, and many other naval economical activities. The naval power of britian is truly unmatched."
16406,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=700,2014-12-27T03:19:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22927706#p22927706"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22927685#p22927685"">wrote</a>:</cite>The British Empire's millitary far outpasses the rest, and is still developing. Products are made, and poverty is declining. Moreover, Africa's Agricultural Output increases by a staggering 40%. The British millitary is now nuclear armed, and any attempt to violate Britian willl result in a solid Response. Battleships surround Britian, and its colonies. Millitary bases are in every allied nation of the world. More than 100 bases in the entire world are being constructed. Airforce of Britian is expanding as more planes are bought. The african borders are secured, and sealed with tanks, planes, soldiers, and watch toweres. A massiv iron wall is built seperating British Africa from the rest.</div></blockquote><br/>seeing britain claim they have the best military (russia does btw) and build a wall separating Africa, trust with them is lost.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Britian is doing this to protect itself from terrorist Attacks. Britian tries to regain the trust of Saudi Arabia by sending many goods, and tells them that Britian and Saudi should be allies."
16407,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=700,2014-12-27T03:21:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22927726#p22927726"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22927706#p22927706"">wrote</a>:</cite>seeing britain claim they have the best military (russia does btw) and build a wall separating Africa, trust with them is lost.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Britian is doing this to protect itself from terrorist Attacks. Britian tries to regain the trust of Saudi Arabia by sending many goods, and tells them that Britian and Saudi should be allies.</div></blockquote><br/>we accept the alliance but still are really confused by the wall we ask if free passage is allowed"
16408,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=700,2014-12-27T03:22:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22927738#p22927738"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22927726#p22927726"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Britian is doing this to protect itself from terrorist Attacks. Britian tries to regain the trust of Saudi Arabia by sending many goods, and tells them that Britian and Saudi should be allies.</div></blockquote><br/>we accept the alliance but still are really confused by the wall we ask if free passage is allowed</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>Free passage for citizens of Saudi Arabia is allowed, if they are African citizens they will be checked."
16409,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=700,2014-12-27T03:23:00,Bendicion,"The Commonwelath starts an invasion of 7 major Indonesian Islands.12,000 troops come about in waves,stunning enemy military forces.The navy pounds Indonesian bases with cannons.<br/><br/>Australian Airlines starts flights to Saudi Arabia and UAE woth 7 new A319's.The Boeing 737 starts flights from Melbourne to San Francisco via Hawaii.<br/><br/>Mines are starting to further lend out tonnes of minerals.<br/><br/>The Commonwealth starts building the Space Shuttle Overlord."
16410,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=700,2014-12-27T03:24:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22927742#p22927742"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22927738#p22927738"">wrote</a>:</cite>we accept the alliance but still are really confused by the wall we ask if free passage is allowed</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>Free passage for citizens of Saudi Arabia is allowed, if they are African citizens they will be checked.</div></blockquote><br/>Saudi is fine with this and goes back to modernizing our country."
16411,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=700,2014-12-27T03:24:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bendicion <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22927716#p22927716"">wrote</a>:</cite>A navy expedition goes to Antarctica and lays claim over all Antarctica.A navy force of 10 arrives then with 100 scientists.</div></blockquote><br/>Germany has conquered Haiti, and sets it's sights on Central America.<br/><br/>Germany also does not recognize Australia's claim over Antarctica, and as proof sends a force of 6 destroyers and 4 submarines there with 45 scientist to the area."
16412,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=725,2014-12-27T03:24:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bendicion <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22927747#p22927747"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Commonwelath starts an invasion of 7 major Indonesian Islands.12,000 troops come about in waves,stunning enemy military forces.The navy pounds Indonesian bases with cannons.<br/><br/>Australian Airlines starts flights to Saudi Arabia and UAE woth 7 new A319's.The Boeing 737 starts flights from Melbourne to San Francisco via Hawaii.<br/><br/>Mines are starting to further lend out tonnes of minerals.<br/><br/>The Commonwealth starts building the Space Shuttle Overlord.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>The British Government tells australian Airlines to conduct Flights to South Africa and Britian."
16413,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=725,2014-12-27T03:25:00,The New Byzantine,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bendicion <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22927747#p22927747"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Commonwelath starts an invasion of 7 major Indonesian Islands.12,000 troops come about in waves,stunning enemy military forces.The navy pounds Indonesian bases with cannons.<br/><br/>Australian Airlines starts flights to Saudi Arabia and UAE woth 7 new A319's.The Boeing 737 starts flights from Melbourne to San Francisco via Hawaii.<br/><br/>Mines are starting to further lend out tonnes of minerals.<br/><br/>The Commonwealth starts building the Space Shuttle Overlord.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Indonesia is a controlled player"
16414,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=725,2014-12-27T03:25:00,Kumbhalgarh,"The british mordernize their country even more. Britian tops the economical charts as growth is unbeilavable. The British Navy has also gained 10 new Nuclear armed battleships. Moreover Terrorist group: ""Al Mukhotra"" has been destroyed."
16415,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=725,2014-12-27T03:26:00,Kumbhalgarh,"The British Mining industry fined huge Natural Gas, and Coal deposits in Scotland. Britian asks its allies if they are interested in trading with Britian for Natural gas, and coal."
16416,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=725,2014-12-27T03:27:00,The New Byzantine,"OOC: MAP!!!<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://www.worldmapmaker.com/view-map.php?map_id=402941"" rel=""nofollow"">http://www.worldmapmaker.com/view-map.php?map_id=402941</a><br/><br/>Sorry guys if it's only five nations I included, my nation cant include Manchuria for no f'cking reason even China anyways lol<br/><br/>Algeria - Maroon<br/>Soviet Union - RED<br/>Saudi Arabia - Green<br/>Turkey - Yellow<br/>Indian Imperial Republic (including Tibetan region) - BLUE"
16417,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=725,2014-12-27T03:28:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22927775#p22927775"">wrote</a>:</cite>The British Mining industry fined huge Natural Gas, and Coal deposits in Scotland. Britian asks its allies if they are interested in trading with Britian for Natural gas, and coal.</div></blockquote><br/>Germany has purchased many iron deposits, and as such is willing to trade steel. We are also looking into purchasing silver reserves, and establish a global bank, with help from Switzerland."
16418,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=725,2014-12-27T03:28:00,Bendicion,AA starts flights to Britain via Saudi.<br/><br/>The Commonwealth retreats from Indonesia but attacks Papua relentlessly.<br/><br/>Australia starts machinery revolution to increase farm output.
16419,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=725,2014-12-27T03:30:00,Kumbhalgarh,"Many Gold Mines are found in Africa as Britian starts mining tonnes of gold, bronze, and silver. Coal, and Natural Gas are also being mined in abundance."
16420,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=725,2014-12-27T03:30:00,Tractionisia,We accept the mutual alliance with Japan.
16421,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=725,2014-12-27T03:31:00,Kumbhalgarh,"Britian announces that it has more than 300 millitary bases around the world, and that if threat arises to any of its allies it will help them immedietaly."
16422,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=725,2014-12-27T03:32:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Byzantine <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22927788#p22927788"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: MAP!!! <a class=""postlink"" href=""http://www.worldmapmaker.com/view-map.php?map_id=402941"" rel=""nofollow"">http://www.worldmapmaker.com/view-map.php?map_id=402941</a><br/><br/>Sorry guys if it's only five nations I included, my nation cant include Manchuria for no f'cking reason even China anyways lol<br/><br/>Algeria - Maroon<br/>Soviet Union - RED<br/>Saudi Arabia - Green<br/>Turkey - Yellow<br/>Indian Imperial Republic (including Tibetan region) - BLUE</div></blockquote><br/>iran is a part of russia not saudi"
16423,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=725,2014-12-27T03:34:00,The New Byzantine,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22927824#p22927824"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The New Byzantine <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22927788#p22927788"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: MAP!!! <a class=""postlink"" href=""http://www.worldmapmaker.com/view-map.php?map_id=402941"" rel=""nofollow"">http://www.worldmapmaker.com/view-map.php?map_id=402941</a><br/><br/>Sorry guys if it's only five nations I included, my nation cant include Manchuria for no f'cking reason even China anyways lol<br/><br/>Algeria - Maroon<br/>Soviet Union - RED<br/>Saudi Arabia - Green<br/>Turkey - Yellow<br/>Indian Imperial Republic (including Tibetan region) - BLUE</div></blockquote><br/>iran is a part of russia not saudi</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Never know about that"
16424,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=725,2014-12-27T03:36:00,The New Byzantine,"Japanese Imperial Army is now doing a military exercise, including Navy Forces and Air Forces."
16425,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=725,2014-12-27T03:37:00,Kumbhalgarh,"You forgot Britian<img alt="":eek:"" src=""./images/smilies/icon_e_surprised.gif"" title=""Surprised""/>"
16426,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=725,2014-12-27T03:38:00,The New Byzantine,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22927864#p22927864"">wrote</a>:</cite>You forgot Britian <img alt="":eek:"" src=""./images/smilies/icon_e_surprised.gif"" title=""Surprised""/></div></blockquote><br/><br/>That was a limited color map making, only five nations including sorry man<img alt="":("" src=""./images/smilies/sm_sad.gif"" title=""Sadface""/>"
16427,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=725,2014-12-27T03:42:00,Kumbhalgarh,"Map of the British Empire. Ignore the West African Country I highlighted in Blue, My bad.<br/><br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://imgur.com/8nZSW5y"" rel=""nofollow"">http://imgur.com/8nZSW5y</a>"
16428,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=725,2014-12-27T03:47:00,Badassistanian,occ: our good friend the map maker has some big updates to do
16429,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=725,2014-12-27T03:48:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22927924#p22927924"">wrote</a>:</cite>occ: our good friend the map maker has some big updates to do</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>I need more of Africa though."
16430,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=725,2014-12-27T03:51:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22927934#p22927934"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22927924#p22927924"">wrote</a>:</cite>occ: our good friend the map maker has some big updates to do</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>I need more of Africa though.</div></blockquote><br/>occ: do you want to get attacked by every nation on the planet. no one wsnts you to expand anymore you have tons of land."
16431,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=725,2014-12-27T03:56:00,Bendicion,"The Commmonwealth starts building research facilities.The Commonwealth will start financing the Space Program.<br/><br/>OOC:I think we should end this now,theres nothing left to do."
16432,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=725,2014-12-27T03:57:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bendicion <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22927972#p22927972"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Commmonwealth starts building research facilities.The Commonwealth will start financing the Space Program.<br/><br/>OOC:I think we should end this now,theres nothing left to do.</div></blockquote><br/>occ: thats up to DUP"
16433,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=725,2014-12-27T04:03:00,The New Imperial China,"China notices that all the nations of the world have started to develope their economies, it was time for China to come in big. China offers its major production factories to all the nations in the world, because China is a manufacturing giant and it has one of the biggest economies the world.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, China has offered to the governments of Laos, Cambodia, Vietnam, Thailand, Burma, and New Guinea if they want to be annexed by the Chinese. Already, Vietnam, Laos and Cambodia have accepted being annexed into China. They have become autonomous regions in the PRC."
16434,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=725,2014-12-27T04:10:00,The New Byzantine,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Imperial China <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22927997#p22927997"">wrote</a>:</cite>China notices that all the nations of the world have started to develope their economies, it was time for China to come in big. China offers its major production factories to all the nations in the world, because China is a manufacturing giant and it has one of the biggest economies the world. <br/><br/>Meanwhile, China has offered to the governments of Laos, Cambodia, Vietnam, Thailand, Burma, Indonesia and New Guinea if they want to be annexed by the Chinese. Already, Vietnam, Laos and Cambodia have accepted being annexed into China. They have become autonomous regions in the PRC.<br/><br/>OOC: Actually my friend, New Wondour, will be making an RP tomorrow and it will be about World War 3 in the year 2020, and I hope you guys come over and check it out. That is if this RPM ends. And sorry I am advertising.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC: Burma - Indian territory, Indonesia - controlled player"
16435,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=725,2014-12-27T04:10:00,The New Byzantine,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22927888#p22927888"">wrote</a>:</cite>Map of the British Empire. Ignore the West African Country I highlighted in Blue, My bad. <br/><br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://imgur.com/8nZSW5y"" rel=""nofollow"">http://imgur.com/8nZSW5y</a></div></blockquote><br/><br/>And Kumb, how do you do the map?"
16436,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=725,2014-12-27T04:23:00,Bendicion,"Australia takes the chinese offer and Australia send $300M to start operations in China to make huge airplane parts,military apparatus and beef!"
16437,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=750,2014-12-27T06:10:00,The Dominion Of The Corn,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22927796#p22927796"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22927775#p22927775"">wrote</a>:</cite>The British Mining industry fined huge Natural Gas, and Coal deposits in Scotland. Britian asks its allies if they are interested in trading with Britian for Natural gas, and coal.</div></blockquote><br/>Germany has purchased many iron deposits, and as such is willing to trade steel. We are also looking into purchasing silver reserves, and establish a global bank, with help from Switzerland.</div></blockquote><br/>Switzerland agrees to join with Germany in this endeavor, and suggests that Geneva be the site of this bank's headquarters"
16438,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=750,2014-12-27T06:18:00,The Dominion Of The Corn,"The regions of Italy purchased from Germany have come under Swiss rule quietly and easily. Swiss population is now 25 million, mostly made of the newly added Italian provinces. Switzerland's friendship with Germany means that her birders are fairly secure. The Swiss now look to the seas, and ask for the purchase of naval vessels from any willing party."
16439,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=750,2014-12-27T07:17:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"It is now October 1994.<br/><br/>IC:<br/>The Soviet Union invades Morocco, Western Sahara, and Mauritania. All are captured within days, with 300 KIA."
16440,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=750,2014-12-27T07:56:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,Bump.
16441,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=750,2014-12-27T08:01:00,Bendicion,This thread is dead.
16442,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=750,2014-12-27T08:30:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Bendicion <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22929022#p22929022"">wrote</a>:</cite>This thread is dead.</div></blockquote><br/>Why?<br/><br/>We offer a alliance and trade pact to Australia."
16443,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=750,2014-12-27T08:54:00,The Dominion Of The Corn,Switzerland reiterates the aforementioned proposal for the purchase of naval vessels and seeks to purchase North African land if the Soviet Union is interested
16444,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=750,2014-12-27T09:05:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Dominion Of The Corn <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22929268#p22929268"">wrote</a>:</cite>Switzerland reiterates the aforementioned proposal for the purchase of naval vessels and seeks to purchase North African land if the Soviet Union is interested</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: Are you seeking to buy vessels off us?<br/><br/>IC:<br/>We say we will sell our North African land for 200 Million British Pounds."
16445,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=750,2014-12-27T09:41:00,Furstia,"OOC:<br/>Guys I just woke up. please, refrain from posting any further territorial changes. In a few minutes I'll have the updated map. Seems that a lot has been going on here<img alt="":p"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_tongue.gif"" title=""Razz""/>"
16446,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=750,2014-12-27T09:46:00,Furstia,"OOC:<br/>I'm not sure if Turkey has fallen already. If any more changes needed just tell me.<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i.cubeupload.com/pD8u9j.png"" rel=""nofollow"">http://i.cubeupload.com/pD8u9j.png</a>"
16447,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=750,2014-12-27T10:29:00,SECP,"With Turkey defeated the METO just kinda dissolve into the background some join the Mujahideen, most return home. With METO gone the Mujahideen are severely broke so we sue them for peace after several days of talks in a small village and Mujahideen officially disband their efforts against the government in return they can have seat in the government building.<br/><br/>With fighting in Afghanistan basically over within a night is somewhat strange. Now the government turns to its people and begin to stabilize the economy, build schools and other important cultural buildings, and modernizing cities and military.<br/><br/>Also we would like to talk to Turkey about this METO thing, the people are demanding answers and so far we see one suspect. You need to pay for the damage you've done in Afghanistan."
16448,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=750,2014-12-27T10:41:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>SECP <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22929848#p22929848"">wrote</a>:</cite>With Turkey defeated the METO just kinda dissolve into the background some join the Mujahideen, most return home. With METO gone the Mujahideen are severely broke so we sue them for peace after several days of talks in a small village and Mujahideen officially disband their efforts against the government in return they can have seat in the government building. <br/><br/>With fighting in Afghanistan basically over within a night is somewhat strange. Now the government turns to its people and begin to stabilize the economy, build schools and other important cultural buildings, and modernizing cities and military. <br/><br/>Also we would like to talk to Turkey about this METO thing, the people are demanding answers and so far we see one suspect. You need to pay for the damage you've done in Afghanistan.</div></blockquote><br/>We just blasted Turkey to pieces. But then Saudi broke their deal with us, so we've severed relations with them."
16449,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=750,2014-12-27T10:47:00,Furstia,"But I mean, under who's control is Turkey now?"
16450,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=750,2014-12-27T10:58:00,Scrinia,"During the patrol in the Northern Indian Ocean, the Indian Navy founds a group of islands that it's nation called 'Maldives', Indian navy arrived on Male and the Maldivians welcomed the Indians and when the Indian Navy Commander mets the leader of Maldives, the Navy Commander ask, ""Hello, sir, how about you join the Imperial Republic of India?"" and the leader of Maldives replied, ""Of course, India will have a major great tourist spots!""<br/><br/>And Maldives joined India."
16451,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=750,2014-12-27T11:05:00,Furstia,"IC:<br/>After much debates, the Chilean and Peruvian Governments have decided to join Argentina. Similar offers have been made to Ecuador, Venezuela, Colombia, Suriname and Guyana.<br/><br/>OOC:<br/>Updated map.<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i.cubeupload.com/I4MBKG.png"" rel=""nofollow"">http://i.cubeupload.com/I4MBKG.png</a>"
16452,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=750,2014-12-27T11:07:00,Tractionisia,We asked Singapore to invade the Malayan Peninsula and we will help you from the battle.
16453,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=750,2014-12-27T11:15:00,Scrinia,"Indian imperialist propaganda has been spread to Afghanistan to be influenced from ideologies of Indian imperialism.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, we sent Indian elite spy to Thailand to know what's going on."
16454,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=750,2014-12-27T11:28:00,The Hezbollah Republic,"OPERATION:<span style=""font-weight: bold"">SI</span><br/><br/>10 Destroyers leave the Algerian beach and head for Southern Italy. Meanwhile 30 C-17 with 100,000 paratroopers in them do laps around Italy. All Jets take off from the destroyers and start doing laps around Italy as well. The Algerian Navy starts firing torpedoes at the beach. Due to Germany taking the Northern part of Italy we are taking the Southern part. For now only a military presence is decided until further notice."
16455,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=750,2014-12-27T11:37:00,SECP,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22929940#p22929940"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>SECP <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22929848#p22929848"">wrote</a>:</cite>With Turkey defeated the METO just kinda dissolve into the background some join the Mujahideen, most return home. With METO gone the Mujahideen are severely broke so we sue them for peace after several days of talks in a small village and Mujahideen officially disband their efforts against the government in return they can have seat in the government building. <br/><br/>With fighting in Afghanistan basically over within a night is somewhat strange. Now the government turns to its people and begin to stabilize the economy, build schools and other important cultural buildings, and modernizing cities and military. <br/><br/>Also we would like to talk to Turkey about this METO thing, the people are demanding answers and so far we see one suspect. You need to pay for the damage you've done in Afghanistan.</div></blockquote><br/>We just blasted Turkey to pieces. But then Saudi broke their deal with us, so we've severed relations with them.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>I know you guys just destroyed turkey but we still want to be repaid for the damages they caused. They supported the Mujahideen witched caused our war to go longer causing more unneeded deaths and damage. THEY NEED TO PAY!"
16456,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=750,2014-12-27T11:40:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Furstia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22929973#p22929973"">wrote</a>:</cite>But I mean, under who's control is Turkey now?</div></blockquote><br/>Technically Germany, but it doesn't actually rule. It's just repairing the economy, and taming the government."
16457,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=750,2014-12-27T11:44:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>SECP <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22930344#p22930344"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22929940#p22929940"">wrote</a>:</cite>We just blasted Turkey to pieces. But then Saudi broke their deal with us, so we've severed relations with them.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>I know you guys just destroyed turkey but we still want to be repaid for the damages they caused. They supported the Mujahideen witched caused our war to go longer causing more unneeded deaths and damage. THEY NEED TO PAY!</div></blockquote><br/>I'm paying for their damages.<br/><br/>IC: Germany sends a force of 100,000 men to take on Panama, and then Peru, with Panama falling easily. Yet a force of 14,000 died to diseases inside that tropical environment."
16458,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=750,2014-12-27T11:47:00,SECP,"<blockquote><div><cite>Scrinia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22930149#p22930149"">wrote</a>:</cite>Indian imperialist propaganda has been spread to Afghanistan to be influenced from ideologies of Indian imperialism.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, we sent Indian elite spy to Thailand to know what's going on.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The Afghan government will not accept the ideas of Indian Imperialism in fact many members were outraged (mainly ex-Mujahideen) by the idea. They see it as a threat to their long living culture. But we don't wish to be enemies, we want to be allies but we just wont accept your ideas of imperialism."
16459,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=750,2014-12-27T11:48:00,The Hezbollah Republic,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Hezbollah Republic <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22930273#p22930273"">wrote</a>:</cite>OPERATION:<span style=""font-weight: bold"">SI</span><br/><br/>10 Destroyers leave the Algerian beach and head for Southern Italy. Meanwhile 30 C-17 with 100,000 paratroopers in them do laps around Italy. All Jets take off from the destroyers and start doing laps around Italy as well. The Algerian Navy starts firing torpedoes at the beach. Due to Germany taking the Northern part of Italy we are taking the Southern part. For now only a military presence is decided until further notice.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Southern Italy is now<span style=""color: #FF0000"">Annexed</span>"
16460,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=750,2014-12-27T11:56:00,SECP,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22930393#p22930393"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>SECP <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22930344#p22930344"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>I know you guys just destroyed turkey but we still want to be repaid for the damages they caused. They supported the Mujahideen witched caused our war to go longer causing more unneeded deaths and damage. THEY NEED TO PAY!</div></blockquote><br/>I'm paying for their damages. <br/><br/>IC: Germany sends a force of 100,000 men to take on Panama, and then Peru, with Panama falling easily. Yet a force of 14,000 died to diseases inside that tropical environment.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Seeing how germany is assisting Turkey in rebuilding we don't wish to be paid since germany has assisted Afghanistan in the past instead we wont really mind to take some of Turkeys weapons off their hands for them."
16461,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=750,2014-12-27T12:00:00,Furstia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22930393#p22930393"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>SECP <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22930344#p22930344"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>I know you guys just destroyed turkey but we still want to be repaid for the damages they caused. They supported the Mujahideen witched caused our war to go longer causing more unneeded deaths and damage. THEY NEED TO PAY!</div></blockquote><br/>I'm paying for their damages. <br/><br/>IC: Germany sends a force of 100,000 men to take on Panama, and then Peru, with Panama falling easily. Yet a force of 14,000 died to diseases inside that tropical environment.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>All governments seeing that non-south american powers set their eyes in these lands accept the offer as well. Argentina declares war on France to acquire French Guyana and to assert its sphere of influence. Sending 50,000 soldiers, French Guyana soon will fall and Argentina will no longer need further expansions. Argentina wishes to establish a non agression and a trading pact with Germany.<br/><br/>OOC:<br/>Peru is under my control.<br/><br/>Map updated:<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i.cubeupload.com/ycv1fW.png"" rel=""nofollow"">http://i.cubeupload.com/ycv1fW.png</a>"
16462,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=775,2014-12-27T12:01:00,The Hezbollah Republic,"<blockquote><div><cite>Furstia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22930521#p22930521"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22930393#p22930393"">wrote</a>:</cite>I'm paying for their damages. <br/><br/>IC: Germany sends a force of 100,000 men to take on Panama, and then Peru, with Panama falling easily. Yet a force of 14,000 died to diseases inside that tropical environment.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>All governments seeing that non-south american powers set their eyes in these lands accept the offer as well. Argentina declares war on France to acquire French Guyana and to assert its sphere of influence. Sending 50,000 soldiers, French Guyana soon will fall and Argentina will no longer need further expansions. Argentina wishes to establish a non agression and a trading pact with Germany.<br/>OOC:<br/>Peru is under my control.<br/><br/>Map updated:<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i.cubeupload.com/ycv1fW.png"" rel=""nofollow"">http://i.cubeupload.com/ycv1fW.png</a></div></blockquote><br/><br/>Southern Italy is under my control<img alt="":p"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_tongue.gif"" title=""Razz""/>"
16463,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=775,2014-12-27T12:02:00,Togeria,"Germany will allow a big majority of big weapons (destroyers,jets,tanks, and etc) to be sent to the allies, most going to Afghanistan, as to help in de-imperializing Turkey. We know send delegates to help restructure their government, and help build up their government.<br/><br/>Germany accepts Argentina's pact and alliance, as now they invade Central America.<br/>OOC: My bad."
16464,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=775,2014-12-27T12:21:00,The Dominion Of The Corn,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22929328#p22929328"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Dominion Of The Corn <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22929268#p22929268"">wrote</a>:</cite>Switzerland reiterates the aforementioned proposal for the purchase of naval vessels and seeks to purchase North African land if the Soviet Union is interested</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: Are you seeking to buy vessels off us?<br/><br/>IC:<br/>We say we will sell our North African land for 200 Million British Pounds.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: I was looking for all takers, that includes you<br/><br/>IC: We accept and have wired £200m pounds to the soviet government in exchange for their North African territories"
16465,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=775,2014-12-27T12:23:00,The Hezbollah Republic,Forces from Algeria and Tunisia start to invade Niger. Since this such a disease stricken country with barley any defense only 50000 soldiers are needed along with 300 tanks. As the soldiers and tanks tear into the small villages they are hit with arrows which do nothing. All Nigerean citizens appoint Algeria and Tunisia are hanged in public and burned.For now there is only a military accoupation
16466,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=775,2014-12-27T12:26:00,Furstia,"OOC:<br/>Map updated<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i.cubeupload.com/t08P77.png"" rel=""nofollow"">http://i.cubeupload.com/t08P77.png</a>"
16467,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=775,2014-12-27T12:31:00,The Dominion Of The Corn,"<blockquote><div><cite>Furstia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22930782#p22930782"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC:<br/>Map updated<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i.cubeupload.com/t08P77.png"" rel=""nofollow"">http://i.cubeupload.com/t08P77.png</a></div></blockquote><br/>OOC: I bought Soviet North Africa"
16468,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=775,2014-12-27T12:31:00,The Hezbollah Republic,"Algeria declares<span style=""color: #FF0000"">WAR</span>on Germany. We ask for support from our allies."
16469,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=775,2014-12-27T12:35:00,Togeria,"Germany send a force of 100,000 supported with heavy air support, and panzer units to southern Italy."
16470,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=775,2014-12-27T12:37:00,Togeria,"Germany ask for Switzerland to join the war on our side, a long with Saudi Arabia, and the Soviet Union."
16471,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=775,2014-12-27T12:45:00,The Hezbollah Republic,"150,000 Troops in Southern Italy fight back. AA missiles are wet up on the Algerian beach. Northern Italy is bombed. Suicide bombers are sent in to Northern Italy. 500 tanks rush to the front lines. Algeria requests that Russia and Saudi join on its side. Algeria also requests help from any nation that's willing.<br/><br/>OOC:I have to go"
16472,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=775,2014-12-27T12:47:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22929328#p22929328"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Dominion Of The Corn <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22929268#p22929268"">wrote</a>:</cite>Switzerland reiterates the aforementioned proposal for the purchase of naval vessels and seeks to purchase North African land if the Soviet Union is interested</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: Are you seeking to buy vessels off us?<br/><br/>IC:<br/>We say we will sell our North African land for 200 Million British Pounds.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>We will buy it."
16473,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=775,2014-12-27T12:50:00,Kumbhalgarh,we will buy the land for 300 million!
16474,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=775,2014-12-27T12:50:00,The Dominion Of The Corn,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22930992#p22930992"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22929328#p22929328"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: Are you seeking to buy vessels off us?<br/><br/>IC:<br/>We say we will sell our North African land for 200 Million British Pounds.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>We will buy it.</div></blockquote><br/>Sorry, Switzerland has already made the purchase"
16475,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=775,2014-12-27T12:51:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Dominion Of The Corn <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22931016#p22931016"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22930992#p22930992"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><br/>We will buy it.</div></blockquote><br/>Sorry, Switzerland has already made the purchase</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>We're offering more. Let soviet decided if it wants 300 million or 200 million"
16476,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=775,2014-12-27T12:53:00,The Dominion Of The Corn,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22930876#p22930876"">wrote</a>:</cite>Germany ask for Switzerland to join the war on our side, a long with Saudi Arabia, and the Soviet Union.</div></blockquote><br/>The Swiss armed forces have mobilized, and ask that once the Algerians are defeated, Switzerland gains some of the land. 50,000 Swiss soldiers are sent to Swiss North Africa to fight the Algerians, and 75,000 men and 200 tanks move to support German troops in Italy."
16477,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=775,2014-12-27T12:54:00,The Dominion Of The Corn,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22931027#p22931027"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Dominion Of The Corn <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22931016#p22931016"">wrote</a>:</cite>Sorry, Switzerland has already made the purchase</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>We're offering more. Let soviet decided if it wants 300 million or 200 million</div></blockquote><br/>We have the world bank bud. Don't try to outbid Switzerland."
16478,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=775,2014-12-27T12:54:00,Kumbhalgarh,Is Mexico Player controllled?
16479,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=775,2014-12-27T12:55:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Dominion Of The Corn <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22931056#p22931056"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22931027#p22931027"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><br/>We're offering more. Let soviet decided if it wants 300 million or 200 million</div></blockquote><br/>We have the world bank bud. Don't try to outbid Switzerland.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>WE'RE RICHER MATE. No offense. We run your bank, and also I need that land. You're safe in your tiny cozy nations WHILE OUR MEN SACRIFICE OUR LIVES."
16480,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=775,2014-12-27T13:00:00,The Dominion Of The Corn,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22931070#p22931070"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Dominion Of The Corn <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22931056#p22931056"">wrote</a>:</cite>We have the world bank bud. Don't try to outbid Switzerland.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>WE'RE RICHER MATE. No offense. We run your bank, and also I need that land. You're safe in your tiny cozy nations WHILE OUR MEN SACRIFICE OUR LIVES.</div></blockquote><br/>u wot m8? We run the bank in conjunction with Germany, and I am fighting a war against Algeria. Unless you want us to freeze your assets in the bank, back off m8"
16481,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=775,2014-12-27T13:05:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Dominion Of The Corn <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22931121#p22931121"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22931070#p22931070"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><br/>WE'RE RICHER MATE. No offense. We run your bank, and also I need that land. You're safe in your tiny cozy nations WHILE OUR MEN SACRIFICE OUR LIVES.</div></blockquote><br/>u wot m8? We run the bank in conjunction with Germany, and I am fighting a war against Algeria. Unless you want us to freeze your assets in the bank, back off m8</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Fine all I want is those lands in North Africa please. I really wanna capture more land, and make a true empire."
16482,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=775,2014-12-27T13:12:00,The Dominion Of The Corn,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22931157#p22931157"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Dominion Of The Corn <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22931121#p22931121"">wrote</a>:</cite>u wot m8? We run the bank in conjunction with Germany, and I am fighting a war against Algeria. Unless you want us to freeze your assets in the bank, back off m8</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Fine all I want is those lands in North Africa please. I really wanna capture more land, and make a true empire.</div></blockquote><br/>You have Southern Africa, we need North Africa as a staging ground and we have no overseas territories."
16483,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=775,2014-12-27T13:36:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Dominion Of The Corn <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22931223#p22931223"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22931157#p22931157"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Fine all I want is those lands in North Africa please. I really wanna capture more land, and make a true empire.</div></blockquote><br/>You have Southern Africa, we need North Africa as a staging ground and we have no overseas territories.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>You dont need oversease colonies. You're safe in Switzerland protected by Germany."
16484,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=775,2014-12-27T13:38:00,The Dominion Of The Corn,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22931406#p22931406"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Dominion Of The Corn <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22931223#p22931223"">wrote</a>:</cite>You have Southern Africa, we need North Africa as a staging ground and we have no overseas territories.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>You dont need oversease colonies. You're safe in Switzerland protected by Germany.</div></blockquote><br/>one could argue a similar point for you. We offered to buy first."
16485,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=775,2014-12-27T13:42:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Dominion Of The Corn <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22931426#p22931426"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22931406#p22931406"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>You dont need oversease colonies. You're safe in Switzerland protected by Germany.</div></blockquote><br/>one could argue a similar point for you. We offered to buy first.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>We're not defended by anyone. Germany could attack us, Saudi, and soviet union."
16486,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=775,2014-12-27T13:52:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"We say we will stay neutral in the Algerian-Swiss & German War. We also invade Alaska, with practically no opposition from a withering US Army, but plenty of opposition at first by rebellious US citizens. However, the natives accept us and so do the Russian-Americans, and so soon do the Americans. 1,500 were KIA, 3,000 WIA."
16487,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=800,2014-12-27T13:55:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22931554#p22931554"">wrote</a>:</cite>We say we will stay neutral in the Algerian-Swiss &amp; German War. We also invade Alaska, with practically no opposition from a withering US Army, but plenty of opposition at first by rebellious US citizens. However, the natives accept us and so do the Russian-Americans, and so soon do the Americans. 1,500 were KIA, 3,000 WIA.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>We Tell Russia to leave America to Rot. As it is a destroyed Nation with no economy at all."
16488,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=800,2014-12-27T14:02:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,It is now 1997.<br/>Soviet High Command starts planning for a invasion of the Great Lakes.
16489,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=800,2014-12-27T14:03:00,Kumbhalgarh,"Dude stop invading America, your becoming too huge for your government too control. Imagine The roman empire. Too huge. You don't have a strong economy, but a huge empire."
16490,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=800,2014-12-27T14:09:00,The Dominion Of The Corn,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22931554#p22931554"">wrote</a>:</cite>We say we will stay neutral in the Algerian-Swiss &amp; German War. We also invade Alaska, with practically no opposition from a withering US Army, but plenty of opposition at first by rebellious US citizens. However, the natives accept us and so do the Russian-Americans, and so soon do the Americans. 1,500 were KIA, 3,000 WIA.</div></blockquote><br/>what is your verdict on North Africa? Does it go to Switzerland or Britain?"
16491,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=800,2014-12-27T14:27:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Dominion Of The Corn <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22931688#p22931688"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22931554#p22931554"">wrote</a>:</cite>We say we will stay neutral in the Algerian-Swiss &amp; German War. We also invade Alaska, with practically no opposition from a withering US Army, but plenty of opposition at first by rebellious US citizens. However, the natives accept us and so do the Russian-Americans, and so soon do the Americans. 1,500 were KIA, 3,000 WIA.</div></blockquote><br/>what is your verdict on North Africa? Does it go to Switzerland or Britain?</div></blockquote><br/>Switzerland."
16492,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=800,2014-12-27T14:28:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22931878#p22931878"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Dominion Of The Corn <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22931688#p22931688"">wrote</a>:</cite>what is your verdict on North Africa? Does it go to Switzerland or Britain?</div></blockquote><br/>Switzerland.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>I am paying more. I will pay three times the price."
16493,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=800,2014-12-27T14:28:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22931645#p22931645"">wrote</a>:</cite>Dude stop invading America, your becoming too huge for your government too control. Imagine The roman empire. Too huge. You don't have a strong economy, but a huge empire.</div></blockquote><br/>Fine. But Soviet economy is currently one of the best."
16494,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=800,2014-12-27T14:29:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22931889#p22931889"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22931645#p22931645"">wrote</a>:</cite>Dude stop invading America, your becoming too huge for your government too control. Imagine The roman empire. Too huge. You don't have a strong economy, but a huge empire.</div></blockquote><br/>Fine. But Soviet economy is currently one of the best.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Britian tops the chart in that, anyways I will pay you triple or quadruple the price for North Africa."
16495,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=800,2014-12-27T14:31:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22931906#p22931906"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22931889#p22931889"">wrote</a>:</cite>Fine. But Soviet economy is currently one of the best.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Britian tops the chart in that, anyways I will pay you triple or quadruple the price for North Africa.</div></blockquote><br/>We don't want to sell to Britain. We don't want to make you guys more powerful.<br/>BTW, you could try and retake the eastern seaboard US Colonies."
16496,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=800,2014-12-27T14:32:00,Furstia,"OOC<br/>Map<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i.cubeupload.com/ejbbKj.png"" rel=""nofollow"">http://i.cubeupload.com/ejbbKj.png</a>"
16497,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=800,2014-12-27T14:33:00,The Dominion Of The Corn,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22931906#p22931906"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22931889#p22931889"">wrote</a>:</cite>Fine. But Soviet economy is currently one of the best.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Britian tops the chart in that, anyways I will pay you triple or quadruple the price for North Africa.</div></blockquote><br/>I believe the deal has been sealed. Swiss North Africa is a thing. Our troops have raised our flag over our new possessions"
16498,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=800,2014-12-27T14:33:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22931925#p22931925"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22931906#p22931906"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Britian tops the chart in that, anyways I will pay you triple or quadruple the price for North Africa.</div></blockquote><br/>We don't want to sell to Britain. We don't want to make you guys more powerful.<br/>BTW, you could try and retake the eastern seaboard US Colonies.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>Why not make us Powerful, you afraid that after America we're gonna be the ""Anti Soviet union"" superpower?"
16499,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=800,2014-12-27T14:34:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22931942#p22931942"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22931925#p22931925"">wrote</a>:</cite>We don't want to sell to Britain. We don't want to make you guys more powerful.<br/>BTW, you could try and retake the eastern seaboard US Colonies.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>Why not make us Powerful, you afraid that after America we're gonna be the ""Anti Soviet union"" superpower?</div></blockquote><br/>Correct."
16500,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=800,2014-12-27T14:35:00,Kumbhalgarh,"Britian's navy heavily bombs the Eastern coast of America. More than 150,000 men rush outside of the boats, and destroy the rusty American Army. The Americans are destroyed by internatl strife, constant war, and a poor economy. The British army rolls into the city with heavy local ressitance, and weather difficulties. After losing more than 5,000 men the British Army establishes its stronghold over most of Eastern U.S/"
16501,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=800,2014-12-27T14:36:00,The Dominion Of The Corn,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22931961#p22931961"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22931942#p22931942"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><br/>Why not make us Powerful, you afraid that after America we're gonna be the ""Anti Soviet union"" superpower?</div></blockquote><br/>Correct.</div></blockquote><br/>But you do not fear Switzerland? We could rule the world. Banks, chocolate, and multi-tool knives for all!"
16502,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=800,2014-12-27T14:37:00,Kumbhalgarh,"Britian forcefully pushes into Somalia, and violates its treaty with Saudi Arabia. The somalians are too busy defending agains the Arabians, and are defenseless against a full fledges British Assault. More than 100,000 Somalian soldier die, and 3,000 British Men are killed as the bloody battle ends. Somalia is Annexed."
16503,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=800,2014-12-27T14:40:00,The Dominion Of The Corn,"After securing the border with Algeria, 40,000 Swiss troops invaded Senegal, Guinea-Bissau, and Gambia and were met by scattered resistance, and all three countries capitulated with ease to Swiss arms. Switzerland suffered 3,000 casualties and began improving the infrastructure of the conquered territories."
16504,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=800,2014-12-27T14:41:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Dominion Of The Corn <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22932015#p22932015"">wrote</a>:</cite>After securing the border with Algeria, 40,000 Swiss troops invaded Senegal, Guinea-Bissau, and Gambia and were met by scattered resistance, and all three countries capitulated with ease to Swiss arms. Switzerland suffered 3,000 casualties and began improving the infrastructure of the conquered territories.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Um doesnt that take more time to move your soldiers from switzerland and stuff? and 3 countries in one post is too much. Go one by one. Your a tiny nation 40,000 men is a lot for you."
16505,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=800,2014-12-27T14:47:00,Kumbhalgarh,"The annual British Map has come in:<br/><br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://imgur.com/uMS77Fg"" rel=""nofollow"">http://imgur.com/uMS77Fg</a>"
16506,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=800,2014-12-27T14:48:00,The Dominion Of The Corn,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22932031#p22932031"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Dominion Of The Corn <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22932015#p22932015"">wrote</a>:</cite>After securing the border with Algeria, 40,000 Swiss troops invaded Senegal, Guinea-Bissau, and Gambia and were met by scattered resistance, and all three countries capitulated with ease to Swiss arms. Switzerland suffered 3,000 casualties and began improving the infrastructure of the conquered territories.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Um doesnt that take more time to move your soldiers from switzerland and stuff? and 3 countries in one post is too much. Go one by one. Your a tiny nation 40,000 men is a lot for you.</div></blockquote><br/>I have already moved 50,000 men to North Africa, check the posts about the war with Algeria. Also, those are tiny countries, the three of them together are hardly larger than Switzerland"
16507,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=800,2014-12-27T15:07:00,Furstia,"OOC:<br/>REAL MAP updated:<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i.cubeupload.com/Ji4Yev.png"" rel=""nofollow"">http://i.cubeupload.com/Ji4Yev.png</a>"
16508,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=800,2014-12-27T15:11:00,The Dominion Of The Corn,"Switzerland consolidates its new African possessions and brings about a new era of prosperity. Swiss armed forces are stretched thin, but recruits from Italy and Africa bolster the ranks. The entire Swiss army now consists of 350,000 men, 70,000 in Africa and the rest in Europe. Heavy fighting occurs on the Swiss-Algerian border with heavy losses for both sides"
16509,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=800,2014-12-27T15:18:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,This years wheat harvest is good.
16510,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=800,2014-12-27T15:18:00,The Dominion Of The Corn,"The Greater Swiss Empire consists of:<br/>Switzerland<br/>Northwestern Italy<br/>Morocco<br/>Western Sahara<br/>Mauritania<br/>Senegal<br/>Guinea-Bissau<br/>Gambia<br/><br/>With the addition of North African territories, the Swiss population has swelled to 60 million. We're not so tiny anymore, now are we, eh?"
16511,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=800,2014-12-27T15:40:00,Togeria,"Germany request Saudi Arabia and Russia come to its aid, as more panzer units, and heavy bombers are sent to the Italian front."
16512,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=825,2014-12-27T15:42:00,The Dominion Of The Corn,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22932586#p22932586"">wrote</a>:</cite>Germany request Saudi Arabia and Russia come to its aid, as more panzer units, and heavy bombers are sent to the Italian front.</div></blockquote><br/>The Swiss military has fully mobilized, 50,000 men are fighting the Algerians in North Africa and 100,000 men are aiding Germany in Italy"
16513,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=825,2014-12-27T15:43:00,Furstia,Argentina is willing to send economic and medical aid to Germany if its needed.
16514,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=825,2014-12-27T15:47:00,Togeria,"Germany thanks both Switzerland and Argentina for their aid, and will repay their kindness at a later date."
16515,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=825,2014-12-27T16:57:00,The Hezbollah Republic,"200,000 men in Algeria lash back. Algeria begins to mobilize tanks from Tunisia to come and fire on Swiss troops. The Swiss are a rather undeveloped military because the focus on their economy. Suicide bombers continue to push into North Italy. Algeria calls upon Saudi and Russia for help as we are outnumbered. We would like to remind Germany that we have more land than it and more Elite soldiers. Algeria is using a terror solution for the Swiss. 4 Swiss Soldiers are hanged in Southern Italy. 150000 move into Northern Italy met with heavy fire. We still gain some land. Algerian troops throw tear gas at hostile troops. Algerian troops fire rockets on Morroco to weaken the Swiss"
16516,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=825,2014-12-27T17:19:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Furstia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22932281#p22932281"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC:<br/>REAL MAP updated:<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i.cubeupload.com/Ji4Yev.png"" rel=""nofollow"">http://i.cubeupload.com/Ji4Yev.png</a></div></blockquote><br/>Djibouti. And Eritrea are under my control."
16517,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=825,2014-12-27T17:21:00,Badassistanian,"An invasion force of 200,000 troops are sent into south Sudan to claim the area for Allah."
16518,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=825,2014-12-27T17:31:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Hezbollah Republic <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22933260#p22933260"">wrote</a>:</cite>200,000 men in Algeria lash back. Algeria begins to mobilize tanks from Tunisia to come and fire on Swiss troops. The Swiss are a rather undeveloped military because the focus on their economy. Suicide bombers continue to push into North Italy. Algeria calls upon Saudi and Russia for help as we are outnumbered. We would like to remind Germany that we have more land than it and more Elite soldiers. Algeria is using a terror solution for the Swiss. 4 Swiss Soldiers are hanged in Southern Italy. 150000 move into Northern Italy met with heavy fire. We still gain some land. Algerian troops throw tear gas at hostile troops. Algerian troops fire rockets on Morroco to weaken the Swiss</div></blockquote><br/>we tell Algeria we can not attack our German brothers for they have done to much for us. We do aid you in supplies such as fresh food and clean water."
16519,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=825,2014-12-27T17:31:00,The Hezbollah Republic,We request Saudi help in the German-Swiss war. We request that Saudi helps us as we are outnumbered
16520,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=825,2014-12-27T17:36:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Hezbollah Republic <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22933584#p22933584"">wrote</a>:</cite>We request Saudi help in the German-Swiss war. We request that Saudi helps us as we are outnumbered</div></blockquote><br/>occ: who are you at war with"
16521,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=825,2014-12-27T17:42:00,The Hezbollah Republic,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22933630#p22933630"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Hezbollah Republic <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22933584#p22933584"">wrote</a>:</cite>We request Saudi help in the German-Swiss war. We request that Saudi helps us as we are outnumbered</div></blockquote><br/>occ: who are you at war with</div></blockquote><br/>OOC:Germany and the Swiss"
16522,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=825,2014-12-27T17:46:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Hezbollah Republic <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22933671#p22933671"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22933630#p22933630"">wrote</a>:</cite>occ: who are you at war with</div></blockquote><br/>OOC:Germany and the Swiss</div></blockquote><br/>8 Saudi helicopters enter Algeria's capital they come with a small 500 man army and a delegate. The delegate wishes to speak of how we can aid you in the war."
16523,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=825,2014-12-27T17:48:00,Badassistanian,The Saudi invasion force enters south Sudan and begins many bloody battles against there military. Attack choppers enter the region and begin to provide air support and tanks begin to roll in.
16524,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=825,2014-12-27T17:52:00,The Hezbollah Republic,"We would love troops. 100,000 Men march into Western Sahara. There is barley any recestiance due to the Swiss being accupied in Euroupe. All Swiss men in Western Sahara are forced to join the ranks. The Swiss flag is burnt to the ground. For now Western Sahara is<span style=""font-weight: bold"">NOT</span>annexed"
16525,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=825,2014-12-27T17:55:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Hezbollah Republic <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22933775#p22933775"">wrote</a>:</cite>We would love troops.</div></blockquote><br/>the delagate says that we will bring in troops to be under your command but for a price of course."
16526,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=825,2014-12-27T18:00:00,Badassistanian,"The south Sudan government surrenders to our overwhelming military.<br/>map needs updated:Eritrea,Djibouti, and south Sudan are mine"
16527,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=825,2014-12-27T18:41:00,Badassistanian,in the mean time the king tells the swiss there possessions in africa are outrages we do not like it when European country enter africa.( see my big fight against britain and there claims about 5- 10 pages back) we tell them Africa is no place for Europeans for you have acted terrible to Africans for the past 300 years. military action does not occur against the swiss.
16528,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=825,2014-12-27T18:51:00,The Hezbollah Republic,"We are willing to pay the price. Western Shara is now<span style=""color: #BF0000"">Annexed</span>the Algerian empire now consists of<br/><br/><span style=""color: #0000FF"">Algeria</span><br/><br/><span style=""color: #0000FF"">Tunisia</span><br/><br/><span style=""color: #FF0040"">Southern Italy</span><br/><br/><br/><span style=""color: #FF0000"">Western Sahara</span>"
16529,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=825,2014-12-27T20:03:00,The Hezbollah Republic,"bump, is this dead?"
16530,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=825,2014-12-27T20:42:00,Badassistanian,Saudi backs out of all possible military support for now.
16531,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=825,2014-12-27T21:08:00,The New Byzantine,"Japan doesn't like the act of the Soviet Union invading Alaska, even if they are allies, they are start not liking to the act."
16532,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=825,2014-12-27T21:36:00,Scrinia,"The spy camed back, the spy said, ""Sir, it seems Thailand is on brink of communist revolution, this is the right time to strike it!""<br/><br/>Now, the experienced Indian Imperial Armed Forces is now marching to Thailand without declaration of war.<br/><br/>We sent some Indian philosophers to Afghanistan to teach people about ""Indian imperialism""."
16533,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=825,2014-12-27T21:47:00,Nogay Islamic Empire,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">BREAKING NEWS</span><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.mobygames.com/images/portraits/large/1261334837-00.jpg""/><br/><br/>President of the new Republic of Turkey has been elected, the President Ibrahim Ackerman, the president has promised to build a better turkey<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">President's speech at the Topkapi Palace</span><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">All my people, you have experienced the destruction, I as President, I will build Turkey's better than ever. thank you My people</blockquote><br/><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://img3.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20120823080008/cnc/images/4/47/General-Carville-1,112667,original.jpeg""/><br/><br/>The President has chosen Commander of the Armed Forces, General Selim Carville"
16534,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=825,2014-12-27T22:41:00,Scrinia,"The experienced Indian Imperial Armed Forces of Burma has arrived on Thailand's capital; Bangkok , they have seen some Thai communist rebels starts attacking the government forces. Within, the Indian Air Forces bombed Bangkok and the IIAF stormed the capital and start shooting any communist rebels or government forces in the area. Tanks are rolling in.<br/><br/>After 6 hours later; the government forces has been wiped out and the Thai communists has retreated to southernmost Thailand; meanwhile in Eastern Thailand, many people like Indian imperialism, so they have joined.<br/><br/>Western and Eastern Thailand has joined India except Southern Thailand that it's full of communist rebels."
16535,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=825,2014-12-27T22:46:00,The New Byzantine,"Japan has marked this locations for Japan's future expansion;<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">China's Capital Region</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Mongolia</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Sakhalin Island</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Kuril Islands</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Alaska</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">West Coast America</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Hawaii</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Far-East Russia</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Siberia</span><br/><br/>Japan has sent 1000 Expeditional forces to annex Kuril Islands without knowing the Soviet Union."
16536,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=825,2014-12-27T22:48:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22934968#p22934968"">wrote</a>:</cite>Saudi backs out of all possible military support for now.</div></blockquote><br/>Germany request Arabia to aid it in its war, as they are allies, and have a mutual alliance.<br/><br/>Germany begins an offensive, bringing in its naval power to aid in the war, and sends them to Morocco. A force of 12,000 sent again, as snipers are to push back enemy soldiers, and forces use pincer techniques to counter the enemy advance."
16537,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=850,2014-12-27T22:50:00,The New Byzantine,Japan stays neutral in the war between Algeria versus Germany and the Swiss Empire.
16538,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=850,2014-12-27T23:21:00,The Hezbollah Republic,"300 Jets in Western Sahara fire missels on Morroco. 50,000 Elite soldiers march into Morroco. Algeria makes a statement saying that they will stop the war when both Morroco and Italy are under their full control. Meanwhile a military base in Cyprus is built. 200,000 Men march into Northern Italy met with heavy fire. Algeria requests that they make daily flights to Tunis and Algiers."
16539,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=850,2014-12-27T23:22:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22935918#p22935918"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22934968#p22934968"">wrote</a>:</cite>Saudi backs out of all possible military support for now.</div></blockquote><br/>Germany request Arabia to aid it in its war, as they are allies, and have a mutual alliance. <br/><br/>Germany begins an offensive, bringing in its naval power to aid in the war, and sends them to Morocco. A force of 12,000 sent again, as snipers are to push back enemy soldiers, and forces use pincer techniques to counter the enemy advance.</div></blockquote><br/>we ask who the Germans are at war with"
16540,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=850,2014-12-27T23:26:00,The Dominion Of The Corn,"The Swiss military has dug trench lines in Morocco and will face any aggression with stiff resistance. Outrage at Moroccan atrocities has caused a surge of patriotism in the Swiss Empire and recruits flock to the banner. Germany's superior military can easily handle the failure that the Algerians call an ""army"" in Italy. 30,000 more men are sent to Morocco to reinforce. Switzerland would like to remind Algeria that they are outnumbered and outmatched in this war and cannot hope to achieve any semblance of victory."
16541,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=850,2014-12-27T23:26:00,Badassistanian,"300,000 soldiers enter peacefully into libia."
16542,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=850,2014-12-27T23:28:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22936132#p22936132"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22935918#p22935918"">wrote</a>:</cite>Germany request Arabia to aid it in its war, as they are allies, and have a mutual alliance. <br/><br/>Germany begins an offensive, bringing in its naval power to aid in the war, and sends them to Morocco. A force of 12,000 sent again, as snipers are to push back enemy soldiers, and forces use pincer techniques to counter the enemy advance.</div></blockquote><br/>we ask who the Germans are at war with</div></blockquote><br/>Algeria.<br/><br/>Germany begins daily and nightly bomb raids in Italy, using firing bombing to destroy enemy military bases, as the navy sails to cut of Algeria from Italy with three naval fleets."
16543,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=850,2014-12-27T23:30:00,Badassistanian,"300,000 soldiers along with tanks and air support hit east Algeria hard knocking them down from a surprise attack. explosive ICBMs are launched into Algerian towns."
16544,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=850,2014-12-27T23:31:00,The Dominion Of The Corn,"Following the Algerian attack on Western Sahara, they failed to take into consideration the 35,000 Swiss troops bolstered by another 15,000 African recruits to the south of them in Mauritania. These March north and surround the overstretched Algerian forces in Morocco. Western Sahara is reclaimed and it's illegal annexation is repudiated. German and Swiss forces in the North combined with Swiss forces to the south have completely cut off the Algerians from any support. The Algerians soon realize they made a grave mistake in forcing the captured Swiss to join them, as these soldiers soon assassinate key Algerian officers, throwing the Algerians into disarray."
16545,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=850,2014-12-27T23:35:00,Badassistanian,fire fights continue along the east Algerian border.
16546,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=850,2014-12-27T23:35:00,The Hezbollah Republic,"The Swiss are tiny and pose no threat with a tiny army. All remaining soldiers are transported with 7 C-17s which land in Southern Italy with equipped flares. Algerian Forces bomb Swiss tunnels and send suicide bombers in from Wester Sahara. We would like to remind the Swiss and Germany that we have more land therefore a bigger army. Algerian Forces pickoff Swiss forces like flies although losses are sustained. Algerian troops continue marching into Italy with 200,000 soldiers. 7 Swiss and German citizens are hanged in Western Sahara and the remains are sent to Germany and the Swiss in little chunks."
16547,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=850,2014-12-27T23:36:00,The Hezbollah Republic,"50,000 troops march into Western Sahara to finish the Swiss."
16548,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=850,2014-12-27T23:37:00,Badassistanian,the east Algerian border is successfully captured by Saudi Arabia. camps are immediatly set up and prepare for retaliation.
16549,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=850,2014-12-27T23:38:00,The Hezbollah Republic,Stop Meta-Gaming please Saudi don't team up against me.
16550,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=850,2014-12-27T23:39:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Hezbollah Republic <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22936213#p22936213"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Swiss are tiny and pose no threat with a tiny army. All remaining soldiers are transported with 7 C-17s which land in Southern Italy with equipped flares. Algerian Forces bomb Swiss tunnels and send suicide bombers in from Wester Sahara. We would like to remind the Swiss and Germany that we have more land therefore a bigger army. Algerian Forces pickoff Swiss forces like flies although losses are sustained. Algerian troops continue marching into Italy with 200,000 soldiers. 7 Swiss and German citizens are hanged in Western Sahara and the remains are sent to Germany and the Swiss in little chunks.</div></blockquote><br/>Germany would like to remind Algeria, that it and Switzerland they have better tech, and stronger economies, and as such are able to afford to stay in a longer war. AA guns are set up to destroy suicide bombers, as crowd control gas is sent to the battlefield in stronger doses, it allows the Germans to change the front, and push back the enemy."
16551,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=850,2014-12-27T23:39:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Hezbollah Republic <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22936232#p22936232"">wrote</a>:</cite>Stop Meta-Gaming please Saudi don't team up against me.</div></blockquote><br/>occ: im not i marched through lybia with 300,000 soldiers and took your border."
16552,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=850,2014-12-27T23:40:00,Badassistanian,we now set up temporary defensive on the border.
16553,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=850,2014-12-27T23:41:00,The Dominion Of The Corn,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Hezbollah Republic <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22936220#p22936220"">wrote</a>:</cite>50,000 troops march into Western Sahara to finish the Swiss.</div></blockquote><br/>Switzerland would remind Algeria that we are not so tiny since our acquisition of swaths of rich land. The Swiss populace is outraged by Algerian atrocities, and African and Italian recruits flood the ranks. The Swiss and African troops, with German support, are able to fend off these 50,000 with ease, as they outnumber them and have an enormous advantage in terrain, supply, and support. The Swiss army has swelled once more, and 200,000 men are dispatched to Northern Italy, where they join their German brothers in the destruction of the Algerians."
16554,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=850,2014-12-27T23:43:00,Badassistanian,saudi wishes to move soldiers into swiss held territory to aid them.
16555,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=850,2014-12-27T23:43:00,The Dominion Of The Corn,Algeria's gross violations of the Geneva Convention and their atrocities against civilians have called for all nations with a semblance of dignity to condemn the monsters who run Algeria and to aid in their destruction.
16556,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=850,2014-12-27T23:45:00,The Dominion Of The Corn,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22936266#p22936266"">wrote</a>:</cite>saudi wishes to move soldiers into swiss held territory to aid them.</div></blockquote><br/>Switzerland will welcome aid from Saudi Arabia. Once the Algerians can be pushed back across their border, a combined Swiss-Saudi-German offensive can engage the Algerians on three fronts."
16557,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=850,2014-12-27T23:46:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Dominion Of The Corn <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22936276#p22936276"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22936266#p22936266"">wrote</a>:</cite>saudi wishes to move soldiers into swiss held territory to aid them.</div></blockquote><br/>Switzerland will welcome aid from Saudi Arabia. Once the Algerians can be pushed back across their border, a combined Swiss-Saudi-German offensive can engage the Algerians on three fronts.</div></blockquote><br/>Germany will attack through Italy, and hit Algeria directly."
16558,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=850,2014-12-27T23:47:00,The Dominion Of The Corn,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22936283#p22936283"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Dominion Of The Corn <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22936276#p22936276"">wrote</a>:</cite>Switzerland will welcome aid from Saudi Arabia. Once the Algerians can be pushed back across their border, a combined Swiss-Saudi-German offensive can engage the Algerians on three fronts.</div></blockquote><br/>Germany will attack through Italy, and hit Algeria directly.</div></blockquote><br/>Swiss troops in Italy are placed at the disposal of the Germans to aid in this."
16559,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=850,2014-12-27T23:48:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Dominion Of The Corn <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22936276#p22936276"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22936266#p22936266"">wrote</a>:</cite>saudi wishes to move soldiers into swiss held territory to aid them.</div></blockquote><br/>Switzerland will welcome aid from Saudi Arabia. Once the Algerians can be pushed back across their border, a combined Swiss-Saudi-German offensive can engage the Algerians on three fronts.</div></blockquote><br/>50,000 saudi troops enter the swiss territory to aid them. saudi soldiers on the east Algerian border wait for switszerlands word."
16560,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=850,2014-12-27T23:48:00,The Hezbollah Republic,"Western Sahara is still Algerian land 500,000 men march into Northern Italy taking heavy losses. 1,000 Tanks roll in and kill Swiss/German troops like flies. Algeria reminds Germany that Algerian forces<span style=""font-weight: bold"">ONLY</span>want Italy and Morocco. 3 Destroyers fire upon Morocco beaches. Jets fly above and do bombing runs. Morocco will soon go up in flames if it is not annexed by Algeria"
16561,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=850,2014-12-27T23:52:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Hezbollah Republic <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22936293#p22936293"">wrote</a>:</cite>Western Sahara is still Algerian land 500,000 men march into Northern Italy taking heavy losses. 1,000 Tanks roll in and kill Swiss/German troops like flies. Algeria reminds Germany that Algerian forces <span style=""font-weight: bold"">ONLY</span> want Italy and Morocco. 3 Destroyers fire upon Morocco beaches. Jets fly above and do bombing runs. Morocco will soon go up in flames if it is not annexed by Algeria</div></blockquote><br/>Germany will not give up Italy, as it bound to them by culture, and now thy Algeria has made the greatest offense Germany will take all of Italy.<br/><br/>Germany now uses heavy tanks a force of 1,000 is sent as the heavy tanks collide head on, and the lighter ones go and help infantry movements. With air support forces are able to push through the lines of communication an disrupt the enemy front, as the war has speed up, Germany using artillery in Italy's northern terrain, as pushes south towards Rome."
16562,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=875,2014-12-27T23:54:00,Badassistanian,"Saudi seeing almost no retaliation from Algerian troops, begin to push forward in east Algeria."
16563,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=875,2014-12-27T23:57:00,Badassistanian,Advanced Saudi tanks and war machines enter the war. These tanks are dropped off on the east Algerian border.
16564,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=875,2014-12-27T23:58:00,The Dominion Of The Corn,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22936314#p22936314"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Hezbollah Republic <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22936293#p22936293"">wrote</a>:</cite>Western Sahara is still Algerian land 500,000 men march into Northern Italy taking heavy losses. 1,000 Tanks roll in and kill Swiss/German troops like flies. Algeria reminds Germany that Algerian forces <span style=""font-weight: bold"">ONLY</span> want Italy and Morocco. 3 Destroyers fire upon Morocco beaches. Jets fly above and do bombing runs. Morocco will soon go up in flames if it is not annexed by Algeria</div></blockquote><br/>Germany will not give up Italy, as it bound to them by culture, and now thy Algeria has made the greatest offense Germany will take all of Italy. <br/><br/>Germany now uses heavy tanks a force of 1,000 is sent as the heavy tanks collide head on, and the lighter ones go and help infantry movements. With air support forces are able to push through the lines of communication an disrupt the enemy front, as the war has speed up, Germany using artillery in Italy's northern terrain, as pushes south towards Rome.</div></blockquote><br/>The surrounded 50,000 Algerians are soon either killed or taken prisoner, and the remaining 50,000 are easily repulsed by the German, Swiss, and Saudi troops. Switzerland signals to Saudi Arabia that the time for invasion has come."
16565,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=875,2014-12-28T00:00:00,The Hezbollah Republic,"150,000 troops move to Eastern Algeria and start plowing through the enemy. A cyber attack is launched on Germany. This is malware that targets all missiles in Northern Italy. All missiles launch and are set to blow up in Morocco this might seem unethical but is needed. We tell Saudi to please help<span style=""font-weight: bold"">US</span>as we are outnumbered by Nazis and Nazi lovers (Swiss)<img alt="":p"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_tongue.gif"" title=""Razz""/>. The 50,00 soldiers retreat to Western Sahara."
16566,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=875,2014-12-28T00:01:00,The Hezbollah Republic,"Have to go offline for tonight DO NOT invade me while I'm gone<img alt=""8)"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_cool.gif"" title=""Cool""/>"
16567,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=875,2014-12-28T00:03:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Hezbollah Republic <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22936350#p22936350"">wrote</a>:</cite>150,000 troops move to Eastern Algeria and start plowing through the enemy. A cyber attack is launched on Germany. This is malware that targets all missiles in Northern Italy. All missiles launch and are set to blow up in Morocco this might seem unethical but is needed. We tell Saudi to please help <span style=""font-weight: bold"">US</span> as we are outnumbered by Nazis and Nazi lovers (Swiss) <img alt="":p"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_tongue.gif"" title=""Razz""/>. The 50,00 soldiers retreat to Western Sahara.</div></blockquote><br/>The Reich commences a huge bombing raid on southern Italy in response to the attack. Germany would like to remind Algeria it is no longer a Nazi state, as this statement alone has angered troops, and increased the attacks with ruthless aggression."
16568,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=875,2014-12-28T00:04:00,The Dominion Of The Corn,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Hezbollah Republic <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22936350#p22936350"">wrote</a>:</cite>150,000 troops move to Eastern Algeria and start plowing through the enemy. A cyber attack is launched on Germany. This is malware that targets all missiles in Northern Italy. All missiles launch and are set to blow up in Morocco this might seem unethical but is needed. We tell Saudi to please help <span style=""font-weight: bold"">US</span> as we are outnumbered by Nazis and Nazi lovers (Swiss) <img alt="":p"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_tongue.gif"" title=""Razz""/>. The 50,00 soldiers retreat to Western Sahara.</div></blockquote><br/>I'm seriously starting to think this is godmoding..."
16569,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=875,2014-12-28T00:04:00,Badassistanian,"The 300,000 troops in eastern Algeria easily fight back the Algerian forces ""dropping them like fly's"" one commander said. We continue to push the front further into Algeria. We also tell Algeria these ""Nazis"" are our friends."
16570,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=875,2014-12-28T00:04:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Dominion Of The Corn <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22936374#p22936374"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Hezbollah Republic <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22936350#p22936350"">wrote</a>:</cite>150,000 troops move to Eastern Algeria and start plowing through the enemy. A cyber attack is launched on Germany. This is malware that targets all missiles in Northern Italy. All missiles launch and are set to blow up in Morocco this might seem unethical but is needed. We tell Saudi to please help <span style=""font-weight: bold"">US</span> as we are outnumbered by Nazis and Nazi lovers (Swiss) <img alt="":p"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_tongue.gif"" title=""Razz""/>. The 50,00 soldiers retreat to Western Sahara.</div></blockquote><br/>I'm seriously starting to think this is godmoding...</div></blockquote><br/>Same."
16571,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=875,2014-12-28T00:05:00,The Dominion Of The Corn,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Hezbollah Republic <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22936350#p22936350"">wrote</a>:</cite>150,000 troops move to Eastern Algeria and start plowing through the enemy. A cyber attack is launched on Germany. This is malware that targets all missiles in Northern Italy. All missiles launch and are set to blow up in Morocco this might seem unethical but is needed. We tell Saudi to please help <span style=""font-weight: bold"">US</span> as we are outnumbered by Nazis and Nazi lovers (Swiss) <img alt="":p"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_tongue.gif"" title=""Razz""/>. The 50,00 soldiers retreat to Western Sahara.</div></blockquote><br/>Swiss ABMs stop the missiles and Algeria's statements further piss off the troops. Swiss aircraft pound apAlgerian targets and prepare for an invasion of Algeria"
16572,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=875,2014-12-28T00:08:00,The Dominion Of The Corn,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22936378#p22936378"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Dominion Of The Corn <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22936374#p22936374"">wrote</a>:</cite>I'm seriously starting to think this is godmoding...</div></blockquote><br/>Same.</div></blockquote><br/>If you look at population numbers, you get this:<br/>Swiss Empire: 60m<br/>Germany: 200m<br/>Saudi: 180m<br/>Against<br/>Algeria: 80m<br/>And obviously we all have better economy and tech, Algeria is screwed."
16573,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=875,2014-12-28T00:09:00,Badassistanian,The Saudi troops entrench themselves in the controlled Algerian territory. We tell the world our goal is to capture and annex eastern Algeria.
16574,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=875,2014-12-28T00:13:00,The Hezbollah Republic,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Dominion Of The Corn <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22936374#p22936374"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Hezbollah Republic <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22936350#p22936350"">wrote</a>:</cite>150,000 troops move to Eastern Algeria and start plowing through the enemy. A cyber attack is launched on Germany. This is malware that targets all missiles in Northern Italy. All missiles launch and are set to blow up in Morocco this might seem unethical but is needed. We tell Saudi to please help <span style=""font-weight: bold"">US</span> as we are outnumbered by Nazis and Nazi lovers (Swiss) <img alt="":p"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_tongue.gif"" title=""Razz""/>. The 50,00 soldiers retreat to Western Sahara.</div></blockquote><br/>I'm seriously starting to think this is godmoding...</div></blockquote><br/>I'm sorry fewer troops been inactive. Going to sleep so stop invasions for now"
16575,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=875,2014-12-28T00:13:00,The Dominion Of The Corn,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22936419#p22936419"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Saudi troops entrench themselves in the controlled Algerian territory. We tell the world our goal is to capture and annex eastern Algeria.</div></blockquote><br/>Switzerland wishes to take western Algeria as well as Sardinia from the enemy."
16576,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=875,2014-12-28T00:14:00,The Dominion Of The Corn,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Hezbollah Republic <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22936432#p22936432"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Dominion Of The Corn <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22936374#p22936374"">wrote</a>:</cite>I'm seriously starting to think this is godmoding...</div></blockquote><br/>I'm sorry fewer troops been inactive. Going to sleep so stop invasions for now</div></blockquote><br/>You invaded me when I was asleep<img alt="":("" src=""./images/smilies/sm_sad.gif"" title=""Sadface""/>"
16577,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=875,2014-12-28T00:17:00,The Hezbollah Republic,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Dominion Of The Corn <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22936434#p22936434"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22936419#p22936419"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Saudi troops entrench themselves in the controlled Algerian territory. We tell the world our goal is to capture and annex eastern Algeria.</div></blockquote><br/>Switzerland wishes to take western Algeria as well as Sardinia from the enemy.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Lets keep our counties to our selves k. I will probably surrender tomorrow<br/><br/>Swiss will get Western Sahara<br/><br/>Germany will get Italy<br/><br/>Saudi back off ok? I'm gonna give you Cyprus"
16578,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=875,2014-12-28T00:19:00,The Dominion Of The Corn,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Hezbollah Republic <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22936452#p22936452"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Dominion Of The Corn <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22936434#p22936434"">wrote</a>:</cite>Switzerland wishes to take western Algeria as well as Sardinia from the enemy.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Lets keep our counties to our selves k. I will probably surrender tomorrow<br/><br/>Swiss will get Western Sahara <br/><br/>Germany will get Italy<br/><br/>Saudi back off ok? I'm gonna give you Cyprus</div></blockquote><br/>I want Sardinia"
16579,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=875,2014-12-28T00:23:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Hezbollah Republic <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22936452#p22936452"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Dominion Of The Corn <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22936434#p22936434"">wrote</a>:</cite>Switzerland wishes to take western Algeria as well as Sardinia from the enemy.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Lets keep our counties to our selves k. I will probably surrender tomorrow<br/><br/>Swiss will get Western Sahara <br/><br/>Germany will get Italy<br/><br/>Saudi back off ok? I'm gonna give you Cyprus</div></blockquote><br/>no we want eastern algeria."
16580,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=875,2014-12-28T00:25:00,Badassistanian,I can fight and win a war against you easily so surrender eastern Algeria and peace will occur
16581,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=875,2014-12-28T00:25:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Dominion Of The Corn <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22936462#p22936462"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Hezbollah Republic <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22936452#p22936452"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Lets keep our counties to our selves k. I will probably surrender tomorrow<br/><br/>Swiss will get Western Sahara <br/><br/>Germany will get Italy<br/><br/>Saudi back off ok? I'm gonna give you Cyprus</div></blockquote><br/>I want Sardinia</div></blockquote><br/>As long as I get Sicily I'm good."
16582,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=875,2014-12-28T00:35:00,The Dominion Of The Corn,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22936510#p22936510"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Dominion Of The Corn <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22936462#p22936462"">wrote</a>:</cite>I want Sardinia</div></blockquote><br/>As long as I get Sicily I'm good.</div></blockquote><br/>So I can have Sardinia and Malta along with a bit of western Algeria to beautify my borders, you get southern Italy and Saudi gets Tunisia. Everyone happy with this?"
16583,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=875,2014-12-28T00:39:00,The Hezbollah Republic,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22936488#p22936488"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Hezbollah Republic <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22936452#p22936452"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Lets keep our counties to our selves k. I will probably surrender tomorrow<br/><br/>Swiss will get Western Sahara <br/><br/>Germany will get Italy<br/><br/>Saudi back off ok? I'm gonna give you Cyprus</div></blockquote><br/>no we want eastern algeria.</div></blockquote><br/>Hell no dude ok that's MY land all your getting is Cyprus nothing more nothing less. Stop pushing you luck.<img alt="":evil:"" src=""./images/smilies/icon_evil.gif"" title=""Evil or Very Mad""/>"
16584,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=875,2014-12-28T00:41:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Dominion Of The Corn <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22936575#p22936575"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22936510#p22936510"">wrote</a>:</cite>As long as I get Sicily I'm good.</div></blockquote><br/>So I can have Sardinia and Malta along with a bit of western Algeria to beautify my borders, you get southern Italy and Saudi gets Tunisia. Everyone happy with this?</div></blockquote><br/>No taking any of Algeria, just take its empire."
16585,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=875,2014-12-28T00:43:00,Badassistanian,"Y<blockquote><div><cite>The Hezbollah Republic <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22936619#p22936619"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22936488#p22936488"">wrote</a>:</cite>no we want eastern algeria.</div></blockquote><br/>Hell no dude ok that's MY land all your getting is Cyprus nothing more nothing less. Stop pushing you luck. <img alt="":evil:"" src=""./images/smilies/icon_evil.gif"" title=""Evil or Very Mad""/></div></blockquote><br/>your troops are depleted and your nation is tired of war I can destroy you completely within hours give up. You have been warned."
16586,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=875,2014-12-28T00:44:00,Kumbhalgarh,"Britian is met by no resistance as it's army moves across America without any army facing it. 50,000 American Soldier put up a fierce fight in the center of America, but the well protected, and establlished British kill the Americans while losing 40,000 Men themsevles. They set up a camp here, and their tanks conquer all of Central America."
16587,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=900,2014-12-28T00:46:00,Badassistanian,We are fine with takeing Tunisia instead.
16588,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=900,2014-12-28T00:47:00,Kumbhalgarh,"The British Army was moving across Kenya to Ethiopia. 100,000 battle armed British men had set up a base in the border with Ethiopia, and tanks and airstrikes were being ordered. The men of britian watched in awe as 50 british fighter jets roared across the sky, and bombed Ethiopia. Enloping the ethiopians in confusion and panic. Just then 200 British tanks came in and fired all out, but faced resistance from the border guards. The soldiers of britian immeditaely ran to protect its tanks, and shot the border guards one by one. For the next hour neither side wad ready to budge. Eventually a Missile shot by Britian managed to allow the soldiers to infiltrate the border, and kill the border guards. Now they would charge at the capita."
16589,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=900,2014-12-28T00:48:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22936676#p22936676"">wrote</a>:</cite>300,000 British Men move across Africa destroying and annexing everything between Central African Republic and Algeria. They set up guns, and tanks at the border with algeria, and attack it from the South followed by airstrikes, and Missile attacks. Not only that but 200,000 British men charge into Algeria, and destroy their southern Army bases. Britian has invited Algeria to war.</div></blockquote><br/>god mode man that also destroys our agreement you can not do this"
16590,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=900,2014-12-28T00:50:00,Kumbhalgarh,okakak
16591,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=900,2014-12-28T00:50:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22936676#p22936676"">wrote</a>:</cite>300,000 British Men move across Africa destroying and annexing everything between Central African Republic and Algeria. They set up guns, and tanks at the border with algeria, and attack it from the South followed by airstrikes, and Missile attacks. Not only that but 200,000 British men charge into Algeria, and destroy their southern Army bases. Britian has invited Algeria to war.</div></blockquote><br/>Major Godmod, everything from taking the USA, to Central America, to Africa. Change it now."
16592,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=900,2014-12-28T00:51:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22936679#p22936679"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22936676#p22936676"">wrote</a>:</cite>300,000 British Men move across Africa destroying and annexing everything between Central African Republic and Algeria. They set up guns, and tanks at the border with algeria, and attack it from the South followed by airstrikes, and Missile attacks. Not only that but 200,000 British men charge into Algeria, and destroy their southern Army bases. Britian has invited Algeria to war.</div></blockquote><br/>god mode man that also destroys our agreement you can not do this</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/><br/>No, I want Africa and I want it now. 300,000 BRITISH MEN are too strong for any damn republic thats in our way. You're wasting your soldiers fighting Algeria while I can take over Africa."
16593,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=900,2014-12-28T00:52:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22936689#p22936689"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22936676#p22936676"">wrote</a>:</cite>300,000 British Men move across Africa destroying and annexing everything between Central African Republic and Algeria. They set up guns, and tanks at the border with algeria, and attack it from the South followed by airstrikes, and Missile attacks. Not only that but 200,000 British men charge into Algeria, and destroy their southern Army bases. Britian has invited Algeria to war.</div></blockquote><br/>Major Godmod, everything from taking the USA, to Central America, to Africa. Change it now.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>USA? No My troops were already in Eastern America. But ok I will go one by one."
16594,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=900,2014-12-28T00:52:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22936686#p22936686"">wrote</a>:</cite>New Map of Britian: <a class=""postlink"" href=""http://imgur.com/T00Okjc"" rel=""nofollow"">http://imgur.com/T00Okjc</a></div></blockquote><br/>you also took sudan and south sudan wich is my territory"
16595,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=900,2014-12-28T00:53:00,Badassistanian,im done with your god moding its against the rules and you dont know how to stop
16596,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=900,2014-12-28T00:54:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22936696#p22936696"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22936689#p22936689"">wrote</a>:</cite>Major Godmod, everything from taking the USA, to Central America, to Africa. Change it now.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>USA? No My troops were already in Eastern America. But ok I will go one by one.</div></blockquote><br/>no your not allowed any more land in africa or anywhere in the planet"
16597,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=900,2014-12-28T00:54:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22936696#p22936696"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22936689#p22936689"">wrote</a>:</cite>Major Godmod, everything from taking the USA, to Central America, to Africa. Change it now.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>USA? No My troops were already in Eastern America. But ok I will go one by one.</div></blockquote><br/>The U.S isn't that weak, and would be able to fight you off. They've done it multiple times, and Germany might just help them."
16598,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=900,2014-12-28T00:55:00,The Dominion Of The Corn,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22936696#p22936696"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22936689#p22936689"">wrote</a>:</cite>Major Godmod, everything from taking the USA, to Central America, to Africa. Change it now.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>USA? No My troops were already in Eastern America. But ok I will go one by one.</div></blockquote><br/>You also took Mauritania which is mine. Super godmod"
16599,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=900,2014-12-28T00:56:00,Badassistanian,get the hell out of my land britain you godmoded it and broke the agreement.
16600,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=900,2014-12-28T00:56:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22936701#p22936701"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22936686#p22936686"">wrote</a>:</cite>New Map of Britian: <a class=""postlink"" href=""http://imgur.com/T00Okjc"" rel=""nofollow"">http://imgur.com/T00Okjc</a></div></blockquote><br/>you also took sudan and south sudan wich is my territory</div></blockquote><br/><br/>I didnt take Sudan."
16601,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=900,2014-12-28T00:56:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22936711#p22936711"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22936696#p22936696"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><br/>USA? No My troops were already in Eastern America. But ok I will go one by one.</div></blockquote><br/>The U.S isn't that weak, and would be able to fight you off. They've done it multiple times, and Germany might just help them.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>Its NPC, and Me and Russia are doing it."
16602,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=900,2014-12-28T00:57:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Dominion Of The Corn <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22936713#p22936713"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22936696#p22936696"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><br/>USA? No My troops were already in Eastern America. But ok I will go one by one.</div></blockquote><br/>You also took Mauritania which is mine. Super godmod</div></blockquote><br/>Either fix this, or I'm taking some of your territory away, and I might just take away eastern US, considering you have a big stake in Africa."
16603,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=900,2014-12-28T00:57:00,Badassistanian,he took land from all of us without fighting at all. he took south sudan and sudan wich are mine
16604,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=900,2014-12-28T00:57:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22936726#p22936726"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Dominion Of The Corn <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22936713#p22936713"">wrote</a>:</cite>You also took Mauritania which is mine. Super godmod</div></blockquote><br/>Either fix this, or I'm taking some of your territory away, and I might just take away eastern US, considering you have a big stake in Africa.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>Fine I fixed it."
16605,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=900,2014-12-28T00:58:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22936723#p22936723"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22936711#p22936711"">wrote</a>:</cite>The U.S isn't that weak, and would be able to fight you off. They've done it multiple times, and Germany might just help them.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>Its NPC, and Me and Russia are doing it.</div></blockquote><br/>I'll change from Germany to USA. Make me make that move."
16606,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=900,2014-12-28T00:58:00,Kumbhalgarh,"FINE IGNORE IT, BUT MY ARMY IS ATTACKING ETHIOPIA."
16607,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=900,2014-12-28T00:58:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22936734#p22936734"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22936723#p22936723"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><br/>Its NPC, and Me and Russia are doing it.</div></blockquote><br/>I'll change from Germany to USA. Make me make that move.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>ask the OP. Even if become the US You'll only have Western America, Alaska and Hawaiii are also taken."
16608,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=900,2014-12-28T00:59:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22936721#p22936721"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22936701#p22936701"">wrote</a>:</cite>you also took sudan and south sudan wich is my territory</div></blockquote><br/><br/>I didnt take Sudan.</div></blockquote><br/>your map says you did"
16609,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=900,2014-12-28T01:00:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22936736#p22936736"">wrote</a>:</cite>FINE IGNORE IT, BUT MY ARMY IS ATTACKING ETHIOPIA.</div></blockquote><br/>no its not we will defend it from you with our hearts"
16610,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=900,2014-12-28T01:00:00,Badassistanian,i think we should have DUP kick him
16611,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=900,2014-12-28T01:01:00,Kumbhalgarh,"Charge at The Ethiopian Capital.<br/><br/><br/>30,000 British Men fired mercilessy at the capital of Ethiopia as they gained an air advantage through their Helicopters. They fire bazookas, and picked off Ethiopian soldiers through the sky as they made a landing covered by Tanks. The tanks blasted the city open while the British Men inflitrated it completely. Moreover the aircrafts of Britian bombed the parliament building as the presidnet himself surrendered.<br/><br/>Ethiopia Annexed."
16612,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=925,2014-12-28T01:01:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22936750#p22936750"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22936736#p22936736"">wrote</a>:</cite>FINE IGNORE IT, BUT MY ARMY IS ATTACKING ETHIOPIA.</div></blockquote><br/>no its not we will defend it from you with our hearts</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Its NPC, and my army is here first."
16613,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=925,2014-12-28T01:01:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22936755#p22936755"">wrote</a>:</cite>Charge at The Ethiopian Capital.<br/><br/><br/>30,000 British Men fired mercilessy at the capital of Ethiopia as they gained an air advantage through their Helicopters. They fire bazookas, and picked off Ethiopian soldiers through the sky as they made a landing covered by Tanks. The tanks blasted the city open while the British Men inflitrated it completely. Moreover the aircrafts of Britian bombed the parliament building as the presidnet himself surrendered.<br/><br/>Ethiopia Annexed.</div></blockquote><br/>god mode"
16614,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=925,2014-12-28T01:02:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22936755#p22936755"">wrote</a>:</cite>Charge at The Ethiopian Capital.<br/><br/><br/>30,000 British Men fired mercilessy at the capital of Ethiopia as they gained an air advantage through their Helicopters. They fire bazookas, and picked off Ethiopian soldiers through the sky as they made a landing covered by Tanks. The tanks blasted the city open while the British Men inflitrated it completely. Moreover the aircrafts of Britian bombed the parliament building as the presidnet himself surrendered.<br/><br/>Ethiopia Annexed.</div></blockquote><br/>I swear."
16615,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=925,2014-12-28T01:03:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22936758#p22936758"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22936750#p22936750"">wrote</a>:</cite>no its not we will defend it from you with our hearts</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Its NPC, and my army is here first.</div></blockquote><br/>you just god moded it and it broke the agreement what you just did pissed me off with a fiery passion"
16616,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=925,2014-12-28T01:03:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22936762#p22936762"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22936755#p22936755"">wrote</a>:</cite>Charge at The Ethiopian Capital.<br/><br/><br/>30,000 British Men fired mercilessy at the capital of Ethiopia as they gained an air advantage through their Helicopters. They fire bazookas, and picked off Ethiopian soldiers through the sky as they made a landing covered by Tanks. The tanks blasted the city open while the British Men inflitrated it completely. Moreover the aircrafts of Britian bombed the parliament building as the presidnet himself surrendered.<br/><br/>Ethiopia Annexed.</div></blockquote><br/>god mode</div></blockquote><br/><br/>YEAH AND IT AINT GOD MOD WHEN U TAKE OVER OMEN, YEMEN, AND ALL THOSE MIDDLE EASTY COUNTRIES. PLUS I WAS HERE FIRST, AND YOUR AMRY IS FIGHTING ALGERIA."
16617,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=925,2014-12-28T01:03:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22936770#p22936770"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22936758#p22936758"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Its NPC, and my army is here first.</div></blockquote><br/>you just god moded it and it broke the agreement what you just did pissed me off with a fiery passion</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>i AM TAKING AN NPC NATION, AND JUST CAUSE I BROKE A DEAL DOESNT MEAN ITS GOD MOD YOU KNOW."
16618,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=925,2014-12-28T01:05:00,Kumbhalgarh,"TELL ME ETIOPIA IS NPC. IT WANST GOD MOD WHEN I TOOK DOWN LIKE 15 AFRICAN NATIONS IN THE SOUTH. EHTIOPIA IS SMALLER THAN A LOT OF THEM, AND ITS NPC. JUST CAUSE U WANTED IT, AND I TOOK IT BEFORE MEANS ITS GOD MOD."
16619,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=925,2014-12-28T01:06:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22936776#p22936776"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22936770#p22936770"">wrote</a>:</cite>you just god moded it and it broke the agreement what you just did pissed me off with a fiery passion</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>i AM TAKING AN NPC NATION, AND JUST CAUSE I BROKE A DEAL DOESNT MEAN ITS GOD MOD YOU KNOW.</div></blockquote><br/>you lost no men and just walked right over them that is the definition of god mode, those 15 nations you took were god mode as well"
16620,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=925,2014-12-28T01:06:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22936787#p22936787"">wrote</a>:</cite>TELL ME ETIOPIA IS NPC. IT WANST GOD MOD WHEN I TOOK DOWN LIKE 15 AFRICAN NATIONS IN THE SOUTH. EHTIOPIA IS SMALLER THAN A LOT OF THEM, AND ITS NPC. JUST CAUSE U WANTED IT, AND I TOOK IT BEFORE MEANS ITS GOD MOD.</div></blockquote><br/>no i didnt want it i just want to protect it from god mode"
16621,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=925,2014-12-28T01:07:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22936792#p22936792"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22936776#p22936776"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><br/>i AM TAKING AN NPC NATION, AND JUST CAUSE I BROKE A DEAL DOESNT MEAN ITS GOD MOD YOU KNOW.</div></blockquote><br/>you lost no men and just walked right over them that is the definition of god mode, those 15 nations you took were god mode as well</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>EXCUSE ME? it took me like 2 posts to capture this nation, just cause I didnt post that I lost men doesnt mean that I didnt! I wrote that heavy firing took place for an hour that exhausted both nations."
16622,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=925,2014-12-28T01:08:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22936787#p22936787"">wrote</a>:</cite>TELL ME ETIOPIA IS NPC. IT WANST GOD MOD WHEN I TOOK DOWN LIKE 15 AFRICAN NATIONS IN THE SOUTH. EHTIOPIA IS SMALLER THAN A LOT OF THEM, AND ITS NPC. JUST CAUSE U WANTED IT, AND I TOOK IT BEFORE MEANS ITS GOD MOD.</div></blockquote><br/>One more chance, that's all."
16623,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=925,2014-12-28T01:08:00,Kumbhalgarh,"you know what? just cause you wanted ethiopia, and i got there before you, and took it over. Means its godmod. You're right. You're a cry baby when someone takes the nation you wanted you start crying its godmod."
16624,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=925,2014-12-28T01:09:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22936807#p22936807"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22936787#p22936787"">wrote</a>:</cite>TELL ME ETIOPIA IS NPC. IT WANST GOD MOD WHEN I TOOK DOWN LIKE 15 AFRICAN NATIONS IN THE SOUTH. EHTIOPIA IS SMALLER THAN A LOT OF THEM, AND ITS NPC. JUST CAUSE U WANTED IT, AND I TOOK IT BEFORE MEANS ITS GOD MOD.</div></blockquote><br/>One more chance, that's all.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>I will keep Ethiopia, and Central U.S. The rest is yours. I will withdraw everything I said. Also Ethiopia is rightfully mine because my men got there first. So I will keep Ethiopia and Central U.S."
16625,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=925,2014-12-28T01:10:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22936811#p22936811"">wrote</a>:</cite>you know what? just cause you wanted ethiopia, and i got there before you, and took it over. Means its godmod. You're right. You're a cry baby when someone takes the nation you wanted you start crying its godmod.</div></blockquote><br/>i dont flipping want Ethiopia i just dont want you and your god mode ethics to conquer the entire flipping world through god mode"
16626,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=925,2014-12-28T01:11:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22936818#p22936818"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22936807#p22936807"">wrote</a>:</cite>One more chance, that's all.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>I will keep Ethiopia, and Central U.S. The rest is yours. I will withdraw everything I said. Also Ethiopia is rightfully mine because my men got there first. So I will keep Ethiopia and Central U.S.</div></blockquote><br/>You get South Africa, Ireland, and the eastern coast of the US."
16627,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=925,2014-12-28T01:12:00,Kumbhalgarh,The Annual British check has come in:<br/><br/>Britian consists of:<br/><br/>England<br/>Wales<br/>Scotland<br/>Ireland<br/>Belgium<br/>Spain<br/>Portugal<br/>South Africa<br/>Eastern U.S<br/>Central U.S<br/>South africa<br/>Namibia<br/>Botswana<br/>Zimbabwe<br/>Mosambique<br/>Zambia<br/>Tanzania<br/>Angola<br/>Democratic republic of congo<br/>Congo<br/>Kenya<br/>Uganda<br/>Gabon<br/>Somalia<br/>Ethiopia<br/>Madagascar
16628,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=925,2014-12-28T01:12:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22936827#p22936827"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22936818#p22936818"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><br/>I will keep Ethiopia, and Central U.S. The rest is yours. I will withdraw everything I said. Also Ethiopia is rightfully mine because my men got there first. So I will keep Ethiopia and Central U.S.</div></blockquote><br/>You get South Africa, Ireland, and the eastern coast of the US.</div></blockquote><br/>agreed"
16629,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=925,2014-12-28T01:12:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22936829#p22936829"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Annual British check has come in:<br/><br/>Britian consists of:<br/><br/>England<br/>Wales<br/>Scotland<br/>Ireland<br/>Belgium<br/>Spain<br/>Portugal<br/>South Africa<br/>Eastern U.S<br/>Central U.S<br/>South africa<br/>Namibia<br/>Botswana<br/>Zimbabwe<br/>Mosambique<br/>Zambia<br/>Tanzania<br/>Angola <br/>Democratic republic of congo<br/>Congo<br/>Kenya<br/>Uganda<br/>Gabon<br/>Somalia<br/>Ethiopia<br/>Madagascar</div></blockquote><br/>this right here is my entire point"
16630,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=925,2014-12-28T01:13:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22936827#p22936827"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22936818#p22936818"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><br/>I will keep Ethiopia, and Central U.S. The rest is yours. I will withdraw everything I said. Also Ethiopia is rightfully mine because my men got there first. So I will keep Ethiopia and Central U.S.</div></blockquote><br/>You get South Africa, Ireland, and the eastern coast of the US.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>I rightfully took like 20 posts to capture my african nations before Ethiopia. I will keep them. As for Ethiopia I took 2 bloody wars and posts to take the nation. I lost more than 50k men."
16631,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=925,2014-12-28T01:13:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22936834#p22936834"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22936829#p22936829"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Annual British check has come in:<br/><br/>Britian consists of:<br/><br/>England<br/>Wales<br/>Scotland<br/>Ireland<br/>Belgium<br/>Spain<br/>Portugal<br/>South Africa<br/>Eastern U.S<br/>Central U.S<br/>South africa<br/>Namibia<br/>Botswana<br/>Zimbabwe<br/>Mosambique<br/>Zambia<br/>Tanzania<br/>Angola <br/>Democratic republic of congo<br/>Congo<br/>Kenya<br/>Uganda<br/>Gabon<br/>Somalia<br/>Ethiopia<br/>Madagascar</div></blockquote><br/>this right here is my entire point</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>I fought hard to get these lands. I lost more than 400,000 men."
16632,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=925,2014-12-28T01:14:00,Kumbhalgarh,"Breaking news: Britian has lost more than 60,000 men in the wae against ethiopia. Officials say that it took a long time to bring Ethiopia down, and that it sapped a lot of Britian Strength in Africa."
16633,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=925,2014-12-28T01:15:00,Kumbhalgarh,"England<br/>Wales<br/>Scotland<br/>Ireland<br/>Belgium<br/>Spain<br/>Portugal<br/>South Africa<br/>Eastern U.S<br/>Central U.S<br/>South africa<br/>Namibia<br/>Botswana<br/>Zimbabwe<br/>Mosambique<br/>Zambia<br/>Tanzania<br/>Angola<br/>Democratic republic of congo<br/>Congo<br/>Kenya<br/>Uganda<br/>Gabon<br/>Somalia<br/>Ethiopia<br/>Madagascar<br/><br/><br/>Alright I'll keep all of the land in List, but I wont expand at all. Not even a tiny bit."
16634,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=925,2014-12-28T01:15:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22936755#p22936755"">wrote</a>:</cite>Charge at The Ethiopian Capital.<br/><br/><br/>30,000 British Men fired mercilessy at the capital of Ethiopia as they gained an air advantage through their Helicopters. They fire bazookas, and picked off Ethiopian soldiers through the sky as they made a landing covered by Tanks. The tanks blasted the city open while the British Men inflitrated it completely. Moreover the aircrafts of Britian bombed the parliament building as the presidnet himself surrendered.<br/><br/>Ethiopia Annexed.</div></blockquote><br/>Doesn't look like two bloody wars. My decision stands."
16635,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=925,2014-12-28T01:17:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22936853#p22936853"">wrote</a>:</cite>England<br/>Wales<br/>Scotland<br/>Ireland<br/>Belgium<br/>Spain<br/>Portugal<br/>South Africa<br/>Eastern U.S<br/>Central U.S<br/>South africa<br/>Namibia<br/>Botswana<br/>Zimbabwe<br/>Mosambique<br/>Zambia<br/>Tanzania<br/>Angola <br/>Democratic republic of congo<br/>Congo<br/>Kenya<br/>Uganda<br/>Gabon<br/>Somalia<br/>Ethiopia<br/>Madagascar<br/><br/><br/>Alright I'll keep all of the land in List, but I wont expand at all. Not even a tiny bit.</div></blockquote><br/>no 90 % of your territory was gained through god mode"
16636,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=925,2014-12-28T01:20:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22936872#p22936872"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22936853#p22936853"">wrote</a>:</cite>England<br/>Wales<br/>Scotland<br/>Ireland<br/>Belgium<br/>Spain<br/>Portugal<br/>South Africa<br/>Eastern U.S<br/>Central U.S<br/>South africa<br/>Namibia<br/>Botswana<br/>Zimbabwe<br/>Mosambique<br/>Zambia<br/>Tanzania<br/>Angola <br/>Democratic republic of congo<br/>Congo<br/>Kenya<br/>Uganda<br/>Gabon<br/>Somalia<br/>Ethiopia<br/>Madagascar<br/><br/><br/>Alright I'll keep all of the land in List, but I wont expand at all. Not even a tiny bit.</div></blockquote><br/>no 90 % of your territory was gained through god mode</div></blockquote><br/><br/>So was yours don't talk to me like that when you did the same thing. If i keep my land you keep your land, but If I lose my land you have to lose it as well. Because to be fair you godmoded to get all your land too."
16637,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=950,2014-12-28T01:24:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22936887#p22936887"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22936872#p22936872"">wrote</a>:</cite>no 90 % of your territory was gained through god mode</div></blockquote><br/><br/>So was yours don't talk to me like that when you did the same thing. If i keep my land you keep your land, but If I lose my land you have to lose it as well. Because to be fair you godmoded to get all your land too.</div></blockquote>you. What I said is final, ad Badass no more expanding, the you keep everything up to Egypt, and maybe Sudan, but let me think on that."
16638,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=950,2014-12-28T01:24:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,Kumb. You only own the east coast:<br/>IC:<br/>The Soviet Union tells Japan to withdraw from the Kuril Islands.
16639,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=950,2014-12-28T01:26:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22936887#p22936887"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22936872#p22936872"">wrote</a>:</cite>no 90 % of your territory was gained through god mode</div></blockquote><br/><br/>So was yours don't talk to me like that when you did the same thing. If i keep my land you keep your land, but If I lose my land you have to lose it as well. Because to be fair you godmoded to get all your land too.</div></blockquote><br/>nope you see i didnt build a world empire through god mode i built a small empire through attacking defensives then counquering the capital and losing many men and haveing many men injured.<br/>we dont plan on expanding any more we have built what we needed and taken our sovereign lands"
16640,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=950,2014-12-28T01:28:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22936907#p22936907"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22936887#p22936887"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>So was yours don't talk to me like that when you did the same thing. If i keep my land you keep your land, but If I lose my land you have to lose it as well. Because to be fair you godmoded to get all your land too.</div></blockquote>you. What I said is final, ad Badass no more expanding, the you keep everything up to Egypt, and maybe Sudan, but let me think on that.</div></blockquote><br/>i will keep my current empire it is small and i fought hard and lost many men for it i will stop expanding for we have our sovereign territorys<br/>also i didnt god mode my way in"
16641,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=950,2014-12-28T01:33:00,Togeria,"No more invasion of the U.S, and I believe it's time for a ""no more empire building"" rule."
16642,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=950,2014-12-28T01:35:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22936960#p22936960"">wrote</a>:</cite>No more invasion of the U.S, and I believe it's time for a ""no more empire building"" rule.</div></blockquote><br/>i agree once again i gained my land far and square so i should be allowed to keep it but i will not expand any furthur"
16643,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=950,2014-12-28T01:36:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22936961#p22936961"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22936960#p22936960"">wrote</a>:</cite>No more invasion of the U.S, and I believe it's time for a ""no more empire building"" rule.</div></blockquote><br/>i agree once again i gained my land far and square so i should be allowed to keep it but i will not expand any furthur</div></blockquote><br/>After my war with Algeria I'm done."
16644,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=950,2014-12-28T01:36:00,The Hezbollah Republic,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22936960#p22936960"">wrote</a>:</cite>No more invasion of the U.S, and I believe it's time for a ""no more empire building"" rule.</div></blockquote><br/>M and the Swiss are small we must expand<img alt="":p"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_tongue.gif"" title=""Razz""/>anyone selling land?"
16645,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=950,2014-12-28T01:37:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22936964#p22936964"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22936961#p22936961"">wrote</a>:</cite>i agree once again i gained my land far and square so i should be allowed to keep it but i will not expand any furthur</div></blockquote><br/>After my war with Algeria I'm done.</div></blockquote><br/>ya from the war im planning on takeing tunisia for my troubles but thats it"
16646,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=950,2014-12-28T01:37:00,Kumbhalgarh,"I keep all of my african lands though, and the east coast of U.S I WONT expand any more. i will just build my empire, and make lots of cookies."
16647,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=950,2014-12-28T01:37:00,The Hezbollah Republic,Btw I surrender you have all of Italy Germany
16648,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=950,2014-12-28T01:39:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22936971#p22936971"">wrote</a>:</cite>I keep all of my african lands though, and the east coast of U.S I WONT expand any more. i will just build my empire, and make lots of cookies.</div></blockquote><br/>you get to keep the african land that you took on a different day scince all the land in africa you took today was god mode"
16649,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=950,2014-12-28T01:39:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Hezbollah Republic <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22936973#p22936973"">wrote</a>:</cite>Btw I surrender you have all of Italy Germany</div></blockquote><br/>we request tunisia"
16650,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=950,2014-12-28T01:40:00,The Hezbollah Republic,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22936983#p22936983"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Hezbollah Republic <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22936973#p22936973"">wrote</a>:</cite>Btw I surrender you have all of Italy Germany</div></blockquote><br/>we request tunisia</div></blockquote><br/>Have it"
16651,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=950,2014-12-28T01:40:00,Togeria,"Cool, and Kumb you keep just above South Africa and the eastern coast of the US(even though taking that is highly improbable.) that's it, not compromising."
16652,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=950,2014-12-28T01:40:00,Kumbhalgarh,"Britian begans to improve on the infrastructure of its nations even more. It builds more and more schools, and more industries. Farmers in British Africa now use the same method as the farmers back in Britian and Belgium, and toilets are a common sight. Economy keeps on improving as the british economy now grows at 10%. The pounds has now increased, and has become the most valuable currency in the world. British Africa is now as mordern as many other european Nations, while also taking care of the forest and wildlife. People in rural villages now have food, clean water, toilets, and education. There is also many job oppurtunities in British Africa that are attracting foreign companies."
16653,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=950,2014-12-28T01:41:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22936988#p22936988"">wrote</a>:</cite>Cool, and Kumb you keep just above South Africa and the eastern coast of the US(even though taking that is highly improbable.) that's it, not compromising.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>Ok I will keep all the land I took on another day, Congo, Namibia and stuff. But I wont take Ethiopia or Somalia. The rest of the african lands I took the other day I will keep."
16654,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=950,2014-12-28T01:42:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22936995#p22936995"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22936988#p22936988"">wrote</a>:</cite>Cool, and Kumb you keep just above South Africa and the eastern coast of the US(even though taking that is highly improbable.) that's it, not compromising.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>Ok I will keep all the land I took on another day, Congo, Namibia and stuff. But I wont take Ethiopia or Somalia. The rest of the african lands I took the other day I will keep.</div></blockquote><br/>Fine."
16655,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=950,2014-12-28T01:42:00,Badassistanian,all troops pull out of algeria and into tunisia.
16656,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=950,2014-12-28T01:43:00,Togeria,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">NEW RULE</span><br/>No more imperial expansion."
16657,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=950,2014-12-28T01:43:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22937001#p22937001"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22936995#p22936995"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><br/>Ok I will keep all the land I took on another day, Congo, Namibia and stuff. But I wont take Ethiopia or Somalia. The rest of the african lands I took the other day I will keep.</div></blockquote><br/>Fine.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Care for some African Spices for Germany?, and do you need any help against another nation in war."
16658,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=950,2014-12-28T01:44:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22937008#p22937008"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22937001#p22937001"">wrote</a>:</cite>Fine.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Care for some African Spices for Germany?, and do you need any help against another nation in war.</div></blockquote><br/>Yes and no."
16659,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=950,2014-12-28T01:46:00,Kumbhalgarh,"The British Emperor was strolling through his garden in British Spain, and sat down to eat some food. Britian was not going to put brakes onto its economical development. British Africa was developing fast, and people were becoming educated. Infrastructure in British Africa now rivaled England's infrastrucutre. Britian was also rebuilding its army, and manufacturing planes and tanks. Recruting more men, and sending them to Africa to defend their borders. As earlier said, a huge British Iron wall was being made to seperate British Africa from the Rest. British africa was defended by Battleships, and many men and tanks. Spain and Portugal were also heavily Defended."
16660,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=950,2014-12-28T01:47:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22937014#p22937014"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22937008#p22937008"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Care for some African Spices for Germany?, and do you need any help against another nation in war.</div></blockquote><br/>Yes and no.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/><br/>Alright I will send 100 crates of Cacao for 15 German Tanks."
16661,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=950,2014-12-28T01:49:00,Badassistanian,"<img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i58.tinypic.com/fo3htv.png""/><br/><br/>final map of Saudi empire"
16662,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=975,2014-12-28T01:49:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22937033#p22937033"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22937014#p22937014"">wrote</a>:</cite>Yes and no.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/><br/>Alright I will send 100 crates of Cacao for 15 German Tanks.</div></blockquote><br/>Accepted."
16663,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=975,2014-12-28T01:50:00,Kumbhalgarh,Can anyone make like a currency exchange chart?
16664,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=975,2014-12-28T01:52:00,Badassistanian,Tunisia is turned into a grand outpost and technological center for the European world. new rights are added allowing not only religous freedom but the ability for women to work and have all the same rights as men.
16665,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=975,2014-12-28T01:53:00,Kumbhalgarh,British Africa is becoming a mighty and technoligcally advance nation.
16666,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=975,2014-12-28T01:57:00,Badassistanian,the king decides that his imperialism has been full fulled and such belives that he should step down for he has lead saudi into a new modern world. his son now 40 years of age is given the crown he immediately gets married so he can have a ruling queen beside him. the former king now spends his days in Cairo.
16667,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=975,2014-12-28T01:58:00,Togeria,"Germany shifts focus to the electronics industry, helping develop game systems, phones, and computers. As focus is again put into the steel industry, an car industry, Germany comes out with a new series of high-end luxury cars called the ""Schnelles"" that can go 0-60 in 4minutes. They begin to mass produce this new car, and the proceeds go to education, and the development of medicine."
16668,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=975,2014-12-28T02:00:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22937096#p22937096"">wrote</a>:</cite>Germany shifts focus to the electronics industry, helping develop game systems, phones, and computers. As focus is again put into the steel industry, an car industry, Germany comes out with a new series of high-end luxury cars called the ""Schnelles"" that can go 0-60 in 4minutes. They begin to mass produce this new car, and the proceeds go to education, and the development of medicine.</div></blockquote><br/>the king wishes to import German made electronics and cars in order to further modernize saudi."
16669,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=975,2014-12-28T02:02:00,Togeria,"The president is satisfied, he said he would restore the German empire, and he did. He said he would restore Holy Rome, and he did. He said he would lead Germany into becoming a top power, and he did. With this he doesn't run for another term, as a new president is elected, his mission to make Germany the top superpower.<br/><br/>Germany agrees."
16670,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=975,2014-12-28T02:05:00,Badassistanian,"the new king personally congratulates on the new German presidents victory at the polls. a big problem in Saudi has been medicine being very rare, the new king decides to make a brand new grand pharmacy in the capital in hopes of changing this."
16671,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=975,2014-12-28T02:07:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22937115#p22937115"">wrote</a>:</cite>the new king personally congratulates on the new German presidents victory at the polls. a big problem in Saudi has been medicine being very rare, the new king decides to make a brand new grand pharmacy in the capital in hopes of changing this.</div></blockquote><br/>Germany would like to send scientist over to aid in the development of medicine, as to help the world. Teams in Germany begin looking into HIV and Alzheimer's."
16672,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=975,2014-12-28T02:09:00,The Dominion Of The Corn,"Switzerland's booming economy has led to great leaps of technological advancement, and Switzerland seeks to establish hegemony over west Africa in order to combat the expansion of the British. However, Switzerland also offers trade agreements and non-aggression pacts with Britain if they recognize and do not interfere with Swiss operations in West Africa"
16673,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=975,2014-12-28T02:10:00,The Dominion Of The Corn,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22937122#p22937122"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22937115#p22937115"">wrote</a>:</cite>the new king personally congratulates on the new German presidents victory at the polls. a big problem in Saudi has been medicine being very rare, the new king decides to make a brand new grand pharmacy in the capital in hopes of changing this.</div></blockquote><br/>Germany would like to send scientist over to aid in the development of medicine, as to help the world. Teams in Germany begin looking into HIV and Alzheimer's.</div></blockquote><br/>In response to Saudi Arabian amity towards Switzerland, the Swiss government, in conjunction with the WHO, has distributed medicine to the people of the Saudi Empire."
16674,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=975,2014-12-28T02:12:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22937122#p22937122"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22937115#p22937115"">wrote</a>:</cite>the new king personally congratulates on the new German presidents victory at the polls. a big problem in Saudi has been medicine being very rare, the new king decides to make a brand new grand pharmacy in the capital in hopes of changing this.</div></blockquote><br/>Germany would like to send scientist over to aid in the development of medicine, as to help the world. Teams in Germany begin looking into HIV and Alzheimer's.</div></blockquote><br/>we accept the support"
16675,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=975,2014-12-28T02:13:00,The New Byzantine,"We tell the Soviet Union that we didn't 'annex' the Kuril Islands.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, Japanese navy is now patrolling near the Kuril Islands."
16676,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=975,2014-12-28T02:13:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Dominion Of The Corn <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22937131#p22937131"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22937122#p22937122"">wrote</a>:</cite>Germany would like to send scientist over to aid in the development of medicine, as to help the world. Teams in Germany begin looking into HIV and Alzheimer's.</div></blockquote><br/>In response to Saudi Arabian amity towards Switzerland, the Swiss government, in conjunction with the WHO, has distributed medicine to the people of the Saudi Empire.</div></blockquote><br/>we thank the swiss for the aid"
16677,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=975,2014-12-28T02:13:00,The Dominion Of The Corn,"The Swiss empire has stated that the ultimate fulfillment of its ambitions will be to expand to Mali and and all of West Africa to Benin. No action on this has yet taken place, but Switzerland asks other nations to recognize this mandate and offers peaceful purchase and annexation of the land for a mutually beneficial cooperation to the leaders of the West African nations."
16678,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=975,2014-12-28T02:17:00,Scrinia,"After the invasion in Thailand (West and East), about 75,000 forces has been killed during the invasion in a revolution-torn country; Thailand, thankfully, the Indian forces has quickly wiped out all Thai communists and Thai loyalists, within, we captured and occupied Thailand except the southern regions of Thailand which is now occupied by Thai communists.<br/><br/>About 400,000 Indian forces, 150 heavy tanks, has been marching to the southern Thailand to get rid of the last Thai communists and take control of the whole Thailand."
16679,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=975,2014-12-28T02:18:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Scrinia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22937165#p22937165"">wrote</a>:</cite>After the invasion in Thailand (West and East), about 75,000 forces has been killed during the invasion in a revolution-torn country; Thailand, thankfully, the Indian forces has quickly wiped out all Thai communists and Thai loyalists, within, we captured and occupied Thailand except the southern regions of Thailand which is now occupied by Thai communists.<br/><br/>About 400,000 Indian forces, 150 heavy tanks, has been marching to the southern Thailand to get rid of the last Thai communists and take control of the whole Thailand.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC:And your imperial expansion stops here. Focus on something else, other then expanding."
16680,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=975,2014-12-28T02:21:00,Scrinia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22937169#p22937169"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Scrinia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22937165#p22937165"">wrote</a>:</cite>After the invasion in Thailand (West and East), about 75,000 forces has been killed during the invasion in a revolution-torn country; Thailand, thankfully, the Indian forces has quickly wiped out all Thai communists and Thai loyalists, within, we captured and occupied Thailand except the southern regions of Thailand which is now occupied by Thai communists.<br/><br/>About 400,000 Indian forces, 150 heavy tanks, has been marching to the southern Thailand to get rid of the last Thai communists and take control of the whole Thailand.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC:And your imperial expansion stops here. Focus on something else, other then expanding.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC: No, I'll stop the imperial expansion at Mainland Malaysia and then I'll give the Mainland. Malaysia to the Philippines, that was my plan, deal?<img alt="":bow:"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_notworthy.gif"" title=""Bowing""/>"
16681,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=975,2014-12-28T02:22:00,The New Byzantine,Japan request a trade agreement with the Switzerland.
16682,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=975,2014-12-28T02:24:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,Okay.<br/>IC:<br/>The Soviet Union reinforces Siberia with troops.
16683,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=975,2014-12-28T02:24:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Scrinia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22937186#p22937186"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22937169#p22937169"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC:And your imperial expansion stops here. Focus on something else, other then expanding.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC: No, I'll stop the imperial expansion at Mainland Malaysia and then I'll give the Mainland. Malaysia to the Philippines, that was my plan, deal? <img alt="":bow:"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_notworthy.gif"" title=""Bowing""/></div></blockquote><br/>i agree imperial expansion only ends for people with large empires"
16684,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=975,2014-12-28T02:26:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Scrinia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22937186#p22937186"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22937169#p22937169"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC:And your imperial expansion stops here. Focus on something else, other then expanding.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC: No, I'll stop the imperial expansion at Mainland Malaysia and then I'll give the Mainland. Malaysia to the Philippines, that was my plan, deal? <img alt="":bow:"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_notworthy.gif"" title=""Bowing""/></div></blockquote><br/>Fine."
16685,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=975,2014-12-28T02:26:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,The Soviets are still cautious about Japan.
16686,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=975,2014-12-28T02:27:00,The Dominion Of The Corn,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Byzantine <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22937199#p22937199"">wrote</a>:</cite>Japan request a trade agreement with the Switzerland.</div></blockquote><br/>Switzerland agrees to this, and hopes that amiable relations will prosper with Japan"
16687,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1000,2014-12-28T02:27:00,Togeria,"Germany now begins building itself up to become the top power in Europe, as it offers free education to all nations."
16688,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1000,2014-12-28T02:28:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,CHEERS TO 1000 POSTS!
16689,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1000,2014-12-28T02:29:00,Scrinia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22937213#p22937213"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Scrinia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22937186#p22937186"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>OOC: No, I'll stop the imperial expansion at Mainland Malaysia and then I'll give the Mainland. Malaysia to the Philippines, that was my plan, deal? <img alt="":bow:"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_notworthy.gif"" title=""Bowing""/></div></blockquote><br/>Fine.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Ty.<br/><br/>---<br/><br/>IC:<br/><br/>The Indian Imperial Armed Forces who is marching to the Southern-communist occupied Thailand rest for a while; they stopped in a highway with a fresh-air wind."
16690,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1000,2014-12-28T02:30:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,Copenhagen is turned into a technological centre. Officials from all countries are invited to the new centre. It is now the SECOND MILLENIUM!<br/>Review of the Past Decade:<br/>Wars happened.(GOAL: ERADICATE WAR - FAILED)<br/>Trade happened.(GOAL: TRADE - WON)
16691,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1000,2014-12-28T02:31:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22937239#p22937239"">wrote</a>:</cite>Copenhagen is turned into a technological centre. Officials from all countries are invited to the new centre. It is now the SECOND MILLENIUM!<br/>Review of the Past Decade:<br/>Wars happened.(GOAL: ERADICATE WAR - FAILED)<br/>Trade happened.(GOAL: TRADE - WON)</div></blockquote><br/>OOC:Let's make a list of the strongest nations, and all the wars that happened."
16692,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1000,2014-12-28T02:32:00,The New Byzantine,"Japanese officials, together with Emperor Akihito and the officials has arrived in Copenhagen.<br/><br/>In mainland Japan, Japanese people celebrates the Second Millenium."
16693,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1000,2014-12-28T02:34:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22937248#p22937248"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22937239#p22937239"">wrote</a>:</cite>Copenhagen is turned into a technological centre. Officials from all countries are invited to the new centre. It is now the SECOND MILLENIUM!<br/>Review of the Past Decade:<br/>Wars happened.(GOAL: ERADICATE WAR - FAILED)<br/>Trade happened.(GOAL: TRADE - WON)</div></blockquote><br/>OOC:Let's make a list of the strongest nations, and all the wars that happened.</div></blockquote><br/>list all my counquerings as ""the Saudi crusade"""
16694,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1000,2014-12-28T02:34:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22937266#p22937266"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22937248#p22937248"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC:Let's make a list of the strongest nations, and all the wars that happened.</div></blockquote><br/>list all my counquerings as ""the Saudi crusade""</div></blockquote><br/>List mine as the Germanic restoration."
16695,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1000,2014-12-28T02:36:00,The Dominion Of The Corn,"Mali has accepted peaceful annexation by Switzerland in exchange for local autonomy and help dealing with terrorists due to their cultural ties and French being an official language in both nations. 6,000 Swiss troops have moved to help Mali with their terrorist issues."
16696,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1000,2014-12-28T02:40:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22937271#p22937271"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22937266#p22937266"">wrote</a>:</cite>list all my counquerings as ""the Saudi crusade""</div></blockquote><br/>List mine as the Germanic restoration.</div></blockquote><br/>occ: you should make this list"
16697,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1000,2014-12-28T02:41:00,Scrinia,"India celebrates the Second Millenium!<br/><br/>Meanwhile, the Indian Imperial Armed Forces has stormed the last-stronghold of Thai communists in Southern Thailand. Indian jet-planes do an aerial raid in Communist base in Southern Thailand which killed many Thai communists until a Thai communist rebel who is holding an RPG shot down the jet-plane, 1 has been lost and the aerial raid has stopped. The Indian forces has stormed the communist base, killing their enemies who is on their way; tanks has rolling in, bombing the buildings inside the communist base, when Indian forces stormed an Communist-held HQ, a Thai communist rebel who is mounted on a Machine gun starts shooting the Indian forces who is inside and many heavy casualties on both sides and then a Indian soldier throws a grenade and the communist rebel with a MG has blown into pieces and then Indian forces has completely stormed the HQ and then the communist rebels decided to surrender and became the Prisoners of War and then the Indian soldier who is holding the Indian flag; slowly pull down a Thai communist flag and replaced it with Indian flag.<br/><br/>INDIAN IMPERIAL ARMED FORCES; With Tanks and Jetplanes.<br/>400,000 - Total<br/>98,500 - KIA<br/>350,000+ - Remaining<br/>0 - tanks destroyed<br/>1 - Jetplane destroyed"
16698,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1000,2014-12-28T02:42:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22937298#p22937298"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22937271#p22937271"">wrote</a>:</cite>List mine as the Germanic restoration.</div></blockquote><br/>occ: you should make this list</div></blockquote><br/>I'm on a phone though......"
16699,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1000,2014-12-28T02:42:00,Scrinia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22937271#p22937271"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22937266#p22937266"">wrote</a>:</cite>list all my counquerings as ""the Saudi crusade""</div></blockquote><br/>List mine as the Germanic restoration.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Mine would be Indian imperialism."
16700,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1000,2014-12-28T02:43:00,The New Byzantine,"Japan is now focus on economy.<br/><br/>Japanese universities would be a ""tuition-free"" which the students will be happy."
16701,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1000,2014-12-28T02:45:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22937248#p22937248"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22937239#p22937239"">wrote</a>:</cite>Copenhagen is turned into a technological centre. Officials from all countries are invited to the new centre. It is now the SECOND MILLENIUM!<br/>Review of the Past Decade:<br/>Wars happened.(GOAL: ERADICATE WAR - FAILED)<br/>Trade happened.(GOAL: TRADE - WON)</div></blockquote><br/>OOC:Let's make a list of the strongest nations, and all the wars that happened.</div></blockquote><br/>Sure!<br/>1 - Soviet Union tied with Saudi Arabia and Britain"
16702,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1000,2014-12-28T02:45:00,The Dominion Of The Corn,"<blockquote><div><cite>Scrinia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22937307#p22937307"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22937271#p22937271"">wrote</a>:</cite>List mine as the Germanic restoration.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Mine would be Indian imperialism.</div></blockquote><br/>Mine is 'The Swiss Genesis'"
16703,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1000,2014-12-28T02:46:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22937316#p22937316"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22937248#p22937248"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC:Let's make a list of the strongest nations, and all the wars that happened.</div></blockquote><br/>Sure!<br/>1 - Soviet Union tied with Saudi Arabia and Britain</div></blockquote><br/>Germany would be a close second along with Japan, and Switzerland."
16704,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1000,2014-12-28T02:47:00,The New Byzantine,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Dominion Of The Corn <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22937318#p22937318"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Scrinia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22937307#p22937307"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Mine would be Indian imperialism.</div></blockquote><br/>Mine is 'The Swiss Genesis'</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Mine is the 'Japanese Revival' meaning Japan's empire has been revived and this was just a beginning."
16705,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1000,2014-12-28T02:48:00,The New Byzantine,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22937322#p22937322"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22937316#p22937316"">wrote</a>:</cite>Sure!<br/>1 - Soviet Union tied with Saudi Arabia and Britain</div></blockquote><br/>Germany would be a close second along with Japan, and Switzerland.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Well, Philippines is a richest nation next to Japan during the Marcos regime, I believe Tractionisia's RP country is still Marcos regime..<img alt="":meh:"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_mellow.gif"" title=""Neutral""/>"
16706,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1000,2014-12-28T02:51:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Byzantine <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22937333#p22937333"">wrote</a>:</cite>Well, Philippines is a richest nation next to Japan during the Marcos regime, I believe Tractionisia's RP country is still Marcos regime.. <img alt="":meh:"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_mellow.gif"" title=""Neutral""/></div></blockquote><br/>Don't think your the richest. Germany might be the richest in Europe, just because we focused more on society and not war, and steel. Which everyone needs, so we got a lot of cash there, as 95% of the worlds steel comes from Germany, as we bought a crap ton of iron deposits."
16707,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1000,2014-12-28T02:53:00,The New Byzantine,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22937349#p22937349"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The New Byzantine <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22937333#p22937333"">wrote</a>:</cite>Well, Philippines is a richest nation next to Japan during the Marcos regime, I believe Tractionisia's RP country is still Marcos regime.. <img alt="":meh:"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_mellow.gif"" title=""Neutral""/></div></blockquote><br/>Don't think your the richest. Germany might be the richest in Europe, just because we focused more on society and not war, and steel. Which everyone needs, so we got a lot of cash there, as 95% of the worlds steel comes from Germany, as we bought a crap ton of iron deposits.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>k<img alt="":)"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_smile.gif"" title=""Smile""/>"
16708,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1000,2014-12-28T02:54:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Byzantine <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22937355#p22937355"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22937349#p22937349"">wrote</a>:</cite>Don't think your the richest. Germany might be the richest in Europe, just because we focused more on society and not war, and steel. Which everyone needs, so we got a lot of cash there, as 95% of the worlds steel comes from Germany, as we bought a crap ton of iron deposits.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>k <img alt="":)"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_smile.gif"" title=""Smile""/></div></blockquote><br/>Also were probably one of the smartest nations. Quite proud of that."
16709,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1000,2014-12-28T02:56:00,Badassistanian,people i think the reward for best turn around goes to saudi
16710,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1000,2014-12-28T02:58:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22937373#p22937373"">wrote</a>:</cite>people i think the reward for best turn around goes to saudi</div></blockquote><br/>What do you mean?"
16711,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1000,2014-12-28T02:58:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"We ask to be Germany's best ally and trading partner. We offer a huge trade deal to start, with us offering weapons and oil in return for German steel, which is some of the best steel in the world.<br/>Soviet High Command is alarmed at British expansion in America and tells the UK to stop it's imperialism, or we will fire cruise missiles at Edinburgh.<br/><br/>At the awards in Copenhagen, the Soviets are awarded the award for Best Communist Nation, while Best Turn Around goes to Saudi Arabia. Best Military goes to China and Soviet Union tied."
16712,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1025,2014-12-28T02:58:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22937376#p22937376"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22937373#p22937373"">wrote</a>:</cite>people i think the reward for best turn around goes to saudi</div></blockquote><br/>What do you mean?</div></blockquote><br/>It turned from the third world to the first world in a decade."
16713,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1025,2014-12-28T03:00:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22937378#p22937378"">wrote</a>:</cite>We ask to be Germany's best ally and trading partner. We offer a huge trade deal to start, with us offering weapons and oil in return for German steel, which is some of the best steel in the world.<br/>Soviet High Command is alarmed at British expansion in America and tells the UK to stop it's imperialism, or we will fire cruise missiles at Edinburgh.<br/><br/>At the awards in Copenhagen, the Soviets are awarded the award for Best Communist Nation, while Best Turn Around goes to Saudi Arabia. Best Military goes to China and Soviet Union tied.</div></blockquote><br/>Germany accepts.<br/><br/>I think ""biggest rising power"" goes to Germany"
16714,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1025,2014-12-28T03:00:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22937380#p22937380"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22937376#p22937376"">wrote</a>:</cite>What do you mean?</div></blockquote><br/>It turned from the third world to the first world in a decade.</div></blockquote><br/>True."
16715,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1025,2014-12-28T03:06:00,The New Byzantine,"Japan has a new advanced unit in the Japanese army called 'Japan Elite Ground Self-Defense Force', a recently developed unit and the most powerful unit in the Japanese army.<br/><br/>Japan promise to become the best Imperialist nation and now Japan is focused on Economy other than military. Japan's economy is increasing because of trading. We have traded Saudi Arabia for metals."
16716,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1025,2014-12-28T03:06:00,The New Byzantine,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22937387#p22937387"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22937378#p22937378"">wrote</a>:</cite>We ask to be Germany's best ally and trading partner. We offer a huge trade deal to start, with us offering weapons and oil in return for German steel, which is some of the best steel in the world.<br/>Soviet High Command is alarmed at British expansion in America and tells the UK to stop it's imperialism, or we will fire cruise missiles at Edinburgh.<br/><br/>At the awards in Copenhagen, the Soviets are awarded the award for Best Communist Nation, while Best Turn Around goes to Saudi Arabia. Best Military goes to China and Soviet Union tied.</div></blockquote><br/>Germany accepts. <br/><br/>I think ""biggest rising power"" goes to Germany</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The best imperialist nation would be Japan or India.."
16717,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1025,2014-12-28T03:07:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"We withdraw our ambassador from Tokyo, and set up missile sites on the southern Kuril Islands."
16718,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1025,2014-12-28T03:09:00,Togeria,"Germany contours advancing, using everything at its disposal, from it empire in Europe to oversees, as it begins building back up Hati, and begins to export sugar. Putting a tax on the canal, that way it can profit from trade."
16719,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1025,2014-12-28T03:11:00,The New Byzantine,"We broke an alliance with the Soviet Union and declares Soviet Union as<span style=""color: #FF4040"">HOSTILE</span>due putting a missile sites in southern Kuril Islands near Hokkaido."
16720,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1025,2014-12-28T03:12:00,Badassistanian,"with a surplus of food such as camels, various birds, ect. all Saudi citizens are guaranteed a meal every night when they come home."
16721,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1025,2014-12-28T03:13:00,Togeria,"Germany will remain neutral in this conflict, and continue trade with both sides, but if any side shows aggression towards Germnay, it will cut off that nations steel supply."
16722,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1025,2014-12-28T03:15:00,Scrinia,"Meanwhile, the only one conquest from imperialist India will be Mainland Malaysia; since Malaysia is a weaken nation after the Philippine invasion in the Malaysian Borneo years ago. We threaten to invade Malaysia and then Malaysia has been feared from the threat of India since they are just rebuilding their nation, since they have no choice, they will joined the India.<br/><br/>Malaysia has joined India."
16723,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1025,2014-12-28T03:16:00,The New Imperial China,"China continues to develop its military. Already the old vehicles have been updated to newer technology and its numbers are increased. China, offers it's factories and its production of raw materials to the nations of the world. Although that prices must be negotiated with the Chinese government. Meanwhile, Shanghai has become the economical center of China and it is now home of the Chinese stock exchange."
16724,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1025,2014-12-28T03:18:00,Tractionisia,"It is now the new Millenium. Philippines is now one of the richest nations in the world because of the Marcos family, the Philippines are aiming to become a militaristic nation in Asia but they are also focusing on economy as well."
16725,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1025,2014-12-28T03:19:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Imperial China <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22937457#p22937457"">wrote</a>:</cite>China continues to develop its military. Already the old vehicles have been updated to newer technology and its numbers are increased. China, offers it's factories and its production of raw materials to the nations of the world. Although that prices must be negotiated with the Chinese government. Meanwhile, Shanghai has become the economical center of China and it is now home of the Chinese stock exchange.</div></blockquote><br/>Germany is interested in purchasing several of China's iron deposits of 1.1 billion. Germany can easily make the money back up, since it controls the majority of steel production, beating the US."
16726,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1025,2014-12-28T03:19:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22937426#p22937426"">wrote</a>:</cite>We withdraw our ambassador from Tokyo, and set up missile sites on the southern Kuril Islands.</div></blockquote><br/>seeing hostilities rising Saudi sides with there long time ally, the soviet union if war breaks out."
16727,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1025,2014-12-28T03:20:00,Scrinia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Tractionisia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22937464#p22937464"">wrote</a>:</cite>It is now the new Millenium. Philippines is now one of the richest nations in the world because of the Marcos family, the Philippines are aiming to become a militaristic nation in Asia but they are also focusing on economy as well.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>We requested Philippines to purchase Mainland Malaysia for $200 million; meanwhile, New Delhi become one of the richest nations in India; slums has been destroyed and replaced into a housing subdivisions, we also start a campaign called ""Clean India"" meaning we will decide to clean India."
16728,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1025,2014-12-28T03:24:00,Tractionisia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Scrinia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22937477#p22937477"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Tractionisia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22937464#p22937464"">wrote</a>:</cite>It is now the new Millenium. Philippines is now one of the richest nations in the world because of the Marcos family, the Philippines are aiming to become a militaristic nation in Asia but they are also focusing on economy as well.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>We requested Philippines to purchase Mainland Malaysia for $200 million; meanwhile, New Delhi become one of the richest nations in India; slums has been destroyed and replaced into a housing subdivisions, we also start a campaign called ""Clean India"" meaning we will decide to clean India.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>We accept and purchased the Mainland Malaysia for $200 million; meanwhile, a notorious leader of the Communist Party of the Philippines has signed a peace negotiations with the Philippine government because we, Philippine brothers will celebrate the New Millenium!"
16729,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1025,2014-12-28T03:26:00,Togeria,"Germany celebrates the new milineum, and invites foreigners of all races and ethnic backgrounds. Germany for the time being cuts steel prices buy 15% to all countries, as Germany has a surplus of goods, and is looking to sell some of its cars, and electronics."
16730,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1025,2014-12-28T03:28:00,The Dominion Of The Corn,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22937378#p22937378"">wrote</a>:</cite>We ask to be Germany's best ally and trading partner. We offer a huge trade deal to start, with us offering weapons and oil in return for German steel, which is some of the best steel in the world.<br/>Soviet High Command is alarmed at British expansion in America and tells the UK to stop it's imperialism, or we will fire cruise missiles at Edinburgh.<br/><br/>At the awards in Copenhagen, the Soviets are awarded the award for Best Communist Nation, while Best Turn Around goes to Saudi Arabia. Best Military goes to China and Soviet Union tied.</div></blockquote><br/>What does Switzerland get?<img alt="":?:"" src=""./images/smilies/icon_question.gif"" title=""Question""/>"
16731,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1025,2014-12-28T03:46:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Dominion Of The Corn <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22937512#p22937512"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22937378#p22937378"">wrote</a>:</cite>We ask to be Germany's best ally and trading partner. We offer a huge trade deal to start, with us offering weapons and oil in return for German steel, which is some of the best steel in the world.<br/>Soviet High Command is alarmed at British expansion in America and tells the UK to stop it's imperialism, or we will fire cruise missiles at Edinburgh.<br/><br/>At the awards in Copenhagen, the Soviets are awarded the award for Best Communist Nation, while Best Turn Around goes to Saudi Arabia. Best Military goes to China and Soviet Union tied.</div></blockquote><br/>What does Switzerland get? <img alt="":?:"" src=""./images/smilies/icon_question.gif"" title=""Question""/></div></blockquote><br/>Best land purchaser."
16732,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1025,2014-12-28T03:47:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"We declare Japan hostile and we send diplomats to Hokkaido, however their plane is shot down on the way. Outraged, the Soviets demand an explanation."
16733,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1025,2014-12-28T03:49:00,The Hezbollah Republic,"Japan is declared<span style=""color: #FF0000"">hostile</span>. Algeria wishes to begin trade with the Swiss,Germany,Russia and Singapore"
16734,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1025,2014-12-28T04:01:00,The Dominion Of The Corn,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Hezbollah Republic <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22937597#p22937597"">wrote</a>:</cite>Japan is declared <span style=""color: #FF0000"">hostile</span>. Algeria wishes to begin trade with the Swiss,Germany,Russia and Singapore</div></blockquote><br/>Switzerland will trade with Algeria once indemnities are paid to the families of the civilians murdered by the Algerians"
16735,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1025,2014-12-28T04:02:00,The New Byzantine,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22937589#p22937589"">wrote</a>:</cite>We declare Japan hostile and we send diplomats to Hokkaido, however their plane is shot down on the way. Outraged, the Soviets demand an explanation.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The Japanese people saw a plane crashed to Hokkaido, people are surrounding it and the Japanese police has been sent there and they look at the symbol of the plane, it is Soviet with hammer and sickle, after that the Japanese military has arrived on the crash site.<br/><br/>Japan ask the Soviet Union that why is your plane crashed on my homeland, is it time for a Soviet invasion in Japan?"
16736,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1025,2014-12-28T04:03:00,The New Byzantine,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Hezbollah Republic <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22937597#p22937597"">wrote</a>:</cite>Japan is declared <span style=""color: #FF0000"">hostile</span>. Algeria wishes to begin trade with the Swiss,Germany,Russia and Singapore</div></blockquote><br/><br/>I don't know why you declared Japan as hostile. We begin to cut the trade agreement to Algeria and the Soviet Union."
16737,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1050,2014-12-28T04:48:00,Badassistanian,japan is now considered a hostile nation to Saudi Arabia
16738,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1050,2014-12-28T05:06:00,The Dominion Of The Corn,"Switzerland remains neutral to Japan and the USSR, but will cease trade with any nation that shows aggression to Switzerland"
16739,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1050,2014-12-28T05:07:00,The New Byzantine,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22937815#p22937815"">wrote</a>:</cite>japan is now considered a hostile nation to Saudi Arabia</div></blockquote><br/><br/>We tell Saudi Arabia that why are we a hostile nation."
16740,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1050,2014-12-28T05:09:00,The Dominion Of The Corn,"Both Guinea and Sierra Leone have decided that they will respond to the Swiss ultimatum by joining peacefully. To safeguard Africa, 50,000 troops have begun to be transferred from Europe and another 25,000 native African troops have been recruited."
16741,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1050,2014-12-28T05:29:00,Nogay Islamic Empire,"<blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Japan Emperor Hirohito<br/>From: President Republic of Turkey Ibrahim Ackerman<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Hi, Emperor of Japan, Hirohito, I want both of us to work together in terms of economic, technological.<br/><br/>a greeting</span></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Leader of Germany and Swiss<br/>From: Leader of Republic Turkey<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">I as the President of Turkey, I would like to stop the hostilities between Germany and Switzerland, and I want to bring together leaders of the two countries, in the Topkapi Palace.<br/><br/>Salam</span></blockquote>"
16742,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1050,2014-12-28T06:12:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Byzantine <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22937863#p22937863"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22937815#p22937815"">wrote</a>:</cite>japan is now considered a hostile nation to Saudi Arabia</div></blockquote><br/><br/>We tell Saudi Arabia that why are we a hostile nation.</div></blockquote><br/>for your hostilities against russia"
16743,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1050,2014-12-28T06:18:00,The Dominion Of The Corn,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nogay Islamic Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22937936#p22937936"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Japan Emperor Hirohito<br/>From: President Republic of Turkey Ibrahim Ackerman<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Hi, Emperor of Japan, Hirohito, I want both of us to work together in terms of economic, technological.<br/><br/>a greeting</span></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Leader of Germany and Swiss<br/>From: Leader of Republic Turkey<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">I as the President of Turkey, I would like to stop the hostilities between Germany and Switzerland, and I want to bring together leaders of the two countries, in the Topkapi Palace.<br/><br/>Salam</span></blockquote></div></blockquote><br/>Germany and Switzerland are friends, what are you on about mate?"
16744,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1050,2014-12-28T06:35:00,The New Byzantine,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nogay Islamic Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22937936#p22937936"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Japan Emperor Hirohito<br/>From: President Republic of Turkey Ibrahim Ackerman<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Hi, Emperor of Japan, Hirohito, I want both of us to work together in terms of economic, technological.<br/><br/>a greeting</span></blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC: It's Akihito not Hirohito.<br/><br/>IC: We accepted the request of Turkey and Turkey declared as a<span style=""color: #00BF40"">FRIENDLY</span>nation for now.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Badass <img alt="":evil:"" src=""./images/smilies/icon_evil.gif"" title=""Evil or Very Mad""/> wrote:</cite>for your hostilities against russia</div></blockquote><br/><br/>We tell to the Saudi Arabia that the Soviet Union is using you, they are also have an interest in Middle East for oil."
16745,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1050,2014-12-28T06:48:00,Scrinia,"India declares the Soviet Union as<span style=""color: #FF4000"">HOSTILE</span>due being a hostility attitude towards India's mutual allies; Japan."
16746,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1050,2014-12-28T06:51:00,The Dominion Of The Corn,"Switzerland offers to be a mediator in negotiating a peaceful solution, and invites the heads of the involved parties to talks in Geneva."
16747,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1050,2014-12-28T07:01:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Byzantine <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22937643#p22937643"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22937589#p22937589"">wrote</a>:</cite>We declare Japan hostile and we send diplomats to Hokkaido, however their plane is shot down on the way. Outraged, the Soviets demand an explanation.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The Japanese people saw a plane crashed to Hokkaido, people are surrounding it and the Japanese police has been sent there and they look at the symbol of the plane, it is Soviet with hammer and sickle, after that the Japanese military has arrived on the crash site.<br/><br/>Japan ask the Soviet Union that why is your plane crashed on my homeland, is it time for a Soviet invasion in Japan?</div></blockquote><br/>We reply that they were sent to discuss ending our hostilities towards each other."
16748,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1050,2014-12-28T07:02:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nogay Islamic Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22937936#p22937936"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Japan Emperor Hirohito<br/>From: President Republic of Turkey Ibrahim Ackerman<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Hi, Emperor of Japan, Hirohito, I want both of us to work together in terms of economic, technological.<br/><br/>a greeting</span></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Leader of Germany and Swiss<br/>From: Leader of Republic Turkey<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">I as the President of Turkey, I would like to stop the hostilities between Germany and Switzerland, and I want to bring together leaders of the two countries, in the Topkapi Palace.<br/><br/>Salam</span></blockquote></div></blockquote><br/>Hirohito is dead. The Japanese will probably think the message is from years ago."
16749,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1050,2014-12-28T07:05:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"Vladimir Volkov has ordered a invasion of Pakistan due to Indian hostilities. We tell the Afghan and Japanese governments not to get involved. Tanks have begun rolling into Pakistan, and are in battles with Indian troops."
16750,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1050,2014-12-28T07:06:00,The New Byzantine,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22938272#p22938272"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The New Byzantine <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22937643#p22937643"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>The Japanese people saw a plane crashed to Hokkaido, people are surrounding it and the Japanese police has been sent there and they look at the symbol of the plane, it is Soviet with hammer and sickle, after that the Japanese military has arrived on the crash site.<br/><br/>Japan ask the Soviet Union that why is your plane crashed on my homeland, is it time for a Soviet invasion in Japan?</div></blockquote><br/>We reply that they were sent to discuss ending our hostilities towards each other.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>We reply that don't build your missile sites near on our homeland and we will end our hostilities towards each other."
16751,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1050,2014-12-28T07:09:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Byzantine <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22938296#p22938296"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22938272#p22938272"">wrote</a>:</cite>We reply that they were sent to discuss ending our hostilities towards each other.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>We reply that don't build your missile sites near on our homeland and we will end our hostilities towards each other.</div></blockquote><br/>We reply ""Fine."" and take down the missiles and withdraw the missiles to our border with China at Mongolia, telling China not to be alarmed as these are for use against India."
16752,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1050,2014-12-28T07:09:00,Scrinia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22938293#p22938293"">wrote</a>:</cite>Vladimir Volkov has ordered a invasion of Pakistan due to Indian hostilities. We tell the Afghan and Japanese governments not to get involved. Tanks have begun rolling into Pakistan, and are in battles with Indian troops.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>India declared<span style=""color: #FF0000"">WAR</span>on the Soviet Union. Indian Imperial Armed Forces in Pakistan is ready to defend Islamabad meanwhile the Indian troops in battle retreated back to Islamabad; Indian jetplanes bombed the Soviet invaders.<br/><br/>We request a help to Japan."
16753,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1050,2014-12-28T07:13:00,Tractionisia,"This is the right time; to rise the Philippine nationalism and feared that Japan and India might invade Philippines.<br/><br/>Philippines; the militaristic nation in the New Millenium declares<span style=""color: #FF0000"">WAR</span>on India and Japan.<br/><br/>Philippine forces in Mainland Malaysia begin marching to the Indian-occupy Thailand and Philippine forces in South Taiwan is now marching to Japan's North Taiwan and it is heading for Taipei.<br/><br/>Philippines dreamed to be a militaristic nation in Asia."
16754,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1050,2014-12-28T07:15:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"We announce once we have finished India off we will install the Socialist Republic there once again.<br/><br/>AA guns have shot down 1 Indian jetplane in battle, and about 85 casualties happened during the Airstrike and Battle on the Soviet side.<br/>The tanks and vehicles advance further.<br/><br/>We declare our support for the Philippines, but will stay neutral in its war with Japan. We ask to ally with the Philippines."
16755,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1050,2014-12-28T07:16:00,The Dominion Of The Corn,Switzerland pleads that a peaceful solution may be met.
16756,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1050,2014-12-28T07:18:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"We tell Switzerland we were pacifist mainly, but these circumstances call for war."
16757,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1050,2014-12-28T07:18:00,The New Byzantine,OOC: this is unexpected<br/><br/>---<br/><br/>Japan is upset about Philippines declaring war against us. In North Taiwan; Japan's militia forces decides to defend Taipei against the experienced Philippine invaders.<br/><br/>We declined the help of India due to the war against the Philippines.
16758,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1050,2014-12-28T07:21:00,Badassistanian,"saudi declares war on India 300,000 troops are in route to the indian mainland. explosive missiles are fired towards the country"
16759,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1050,2014-12-28T07:25:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,We tell Saudi Arabia they must NOT betray us like they did in Turkey.
16760,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1050,2014-12-28T07:27:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22938402#p22938402"">wrote</a>:</cite>We tell Saudi Arabia they must NOT betray us like they did in Turkey.</div></blockquote><br/>we will not"
16761,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1050,2014-12-28T07:31:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22938411#p22938411"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22938402#p22938402"">wrote</a>:</cite>We tell Saudi Arabia they must NOT betray us like they did in Turkey.</div></blockquote><br/>we will not</div></blockquote><br/>We say ""Okay"".<br/>Troops are advancing through Pakistan and gaining land quickly."
16762,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1075,2014-12-28T07:34:00,Scrinia,"Indian artillery in Islamabad is fired towards to the Soviet invaders meanwhile, we manage to fight the Philippine forces who is coming to Bangkok.<br/><br/>OOC: can I be afk for a moment? I need to charge my iPad"
16763,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1075,2014-12-28T07:34:00,The Dominion Of The Corn,"Switzerland returns attention to africa, and purchased both Burkina Faso and Cote d'Ivoire for 500m dollars. Sierra Leone joined Switzerland in exchange for increased autonomy. Swiss expansion is relatively peaceful, due to the history of Swiss kindness in their colonies."
16764,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1075,2014-12-28T07:36:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Scrinia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22938443#p22938443"">wrote</a>:</cite>Indian artillery in Islamabad is fired towards to the Soviet invaders meanwhile, we manage to fight the Philippine forces who is coming to Bangkok.<br/><br/>OOC: can I be afk for a moment? I need to charge my iPad</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: Sure.<br/>We fire back at Indian artillery and jet planes bomb Islamabad and Hyderabad."
16765,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1075,2014-12-28T07:41:00,Badassistanian,saudi arrives with its massive fleet of landers and destroyers. we begin phase one of landing.
16766,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1075,2014-12-28T07:43:00,The Dominion Of The Corn,"The Swiss government subsidizes building hospitals and schools in the African territories, and other west African states are considering joining Switzerland as protection against crueler overlords such as the British"
16767,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1075,2014-12-28T07:48:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Dominion Of The Corn <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22938483#p22938483"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Swiss government subsidizes building hospitals and schools in the African territories, and other west African states are considering joining Switzerland as protection against crueler overlords such as the British</div></blockquote><br/>we see that the Swiss have a hatred of British in africa this strengthens our relations"
16768,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1075,2014-12-28T07:50:00,The Dominion Of The Corn,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22938505#p22938505"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Dominion Of The Corn <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22938483#p22938483"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Swiss government subsidizes building hospitals and schools in the African territories, and other west African states are considering joining Switzerland as protection against crueler overlords such as the British</div></blockquote><br/>we see that the Swiss have a hatred of British in africa this strengthens our relations</div></blockquote><br/>Switzerland is glad that friendship can arise from mutual hatred"
16769,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1075,2014-12-28T08:07:00,Furstia,I'll get the map done in a few minutes. Just give me some time to see what has changed here.
16770,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1075,2014-12-28T08:20:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Furstia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22938615#p22938615"">wrote</a>:</cite>I'll get the map done in a few minutes. Just give me some time to see what has changed here.</div></blockquote><br/>yay"
16771,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1075,2014-12-28T08:20:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Dominion Of The Corn <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22937128#p22937128"">wrote</a>:</cite>Switzerland's booming economy has led to great leaps of technological advancement, and Switzerland seeks to establish hegemony over west Africa in order to combat the expansion of the British. However, Switzerland also offers trade agreements and non-aggression pacts with Britain if they recognize and do not interfere with Swiss operations in West Africa</div></blockquote><br/>We agree"
16772,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1075,2014-12-28T08:26:00,Kumbhalgarh,Britian probably has the strongest Army after Russia. As for economical Britian is either 2nd or 3rd.
16773,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1075,2014-12-28T08:34:00,Furstia,"OOC:<br/>Updated. Tell me if I made a mistake or something.<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i.cubeupload.com/xaD7tB.png"" rel=""nofollow"">http://i.cubeupload.com/xaD7tB.png</a>"
16774,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1075,2014-12-28T08:36:00,Tractionisia,"Philippine forces has arrived on Taipei with total 500,000 forces, we start sieging the capital and Philippine Air Force has bombed the city of Taipei to kill one of the Japanese militias inside that city.<br/><br/>Before the declaration of war, Philippine Expeditional Army has already been deployed near the Ryukyu Islands and today, the Philippine Expeditional Army is now invading the Ryukyu Islands.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, we also manage to fight the Indian counter-attack near Bangkok, many heavy casualties on the Philippine side but the Philippine bombers supported the Philippine invaders and manage to bomb the Indian forces near Bangkok."
16775,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1075,2014-12-28T08:37:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Furstia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22938771#p22938771"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC:<br/>Updated. Tell me if I made a mistake or something.<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i.cubeupload.com/xaD7tB.png"" rel=""nofollow"">http://i.cubeupload.com/xaD7tB.png</a></div></blockquote><br/>libya is not mine other than that it looks good"
16776,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1075,2014-12-28T08:39:00,The New Byzantine,"About 50,000 Japanese armed citizen is defending Taipei, during the bombings of Taipei by the Philippines, there are heavy casualties on the armed citizens and the morale starts to decrease. Only 9000 armed citizen has been remaining, they decide to defend the inner city of Taipei and kill those Philippine forces one by one."
16777,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1075,2014-12-28T08:40:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22938721#p22938721"">wrote</a>:</cite>Britian probably has the strongest Army after Russia. As for economical Britian is either 2nd or 3rd.</div></blockquote><br/>yes but remember Saudi has freinds so dont try anything"
16778,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1075,2014-12-28T08:42:00,Kumbhalgarh,"The british army base in Kolkata is all set to mobilize as 5,000 British Men get ready for war. Tanks, and naval British support is called in as the all mighty British Army prepares for assault.<br/><br/>""Prepare Legion 7 for fight, commander,"" said the Radio<br/>""Roger that"" said Commander Douglas.<br/><br/><br/>5,000 British men, and 40 tanks. 15 of which were German bought rolled out to fight the Indians through the west while the Soviets and Saudis attacked them from the other direction. 100 British Fighter Jets were ordered for Attack as they surged through the Sky, and bombed the Indian City of Islamabad, and Hyderabad. 15 Battleships, and 10 Frigates steamed in through South Africa, and engaged against India at the coast of Mumbai.<br/><br/><br/>Britian declares India as<span style=""color: #FF0000"">Unfriendly</span>and has declared war against the Indian Agressors.<br/><br/><br/>The British Millitary Base in Afghanistan got ready and prepared 10,000 men to attack the Indian terrotiry of Pakistan. The pakistani land of Balochistan was attacked as they rolled out, and began to fire heavily."
16779,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1075,2014-12-28T08:44:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22938826#p22938826"">wrote</a>:</cite>The british army base in Kolkata is all set to mobilize as 5,000 British Men get ready for war. Tanks, and naval British support is called in as the all mighty British Army prepares for assault. <br/><br/>""Prepare Legion 7 for fight, commander,"" said the Radio<br/>""Roger that"" said Commander Douglas.<br/><br/><br/>5,000 British men, and 40 tanks. 15 of which were German bought rolled out to fight the Indians through the west while the Soviets and Saudis attacked them from the other direction. 100 British Fighter Jets were ordered for Attack as they surged through the Sky, and bombed the Indian City of Islamabad, and Hyderabad. 15 Battleships, and 10 Frigates steamed in through South Africa, and engaged against India at the coast of Mumbai.<br/><br/><br/>Britian declares India as <span style=""color: #FF0000"">Unfriendly</span> and has declared war against the Indian Agressors.<br/><br/><br/>The British Millitary Base in Afghanistan got ready and prepared 10,000 men to attack the Indian terrotiry of Pakistan. The pakistani land of Balochistan was attacked as they rolled out, and began to fire heavily.</div></blockquote><br/>saudi welcomes britain to the battlefield. saudi troops successfully land on the indian main land."
16780,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1075,2014-12-28T08:45:00,Tractionisia,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Byzantine <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22938809#p22938809"">wrote</a>:</cite>About 50,000 Japanese armed citizen is defending Taipei, during the bombings of Taipei by the Philippines, there are heavy casualties on the armed citizens and the morale starts to decrease. Only 9000 armed citizen has been remaining, they decide to defend the inner city of Taipei and kill those Philippine forces one by one.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>More Philippine forces has stormed the inner city of Taipei. Heavy tanks are getting inside the inner city and open-fire one of the Japanese-occupied buildings. Few casualties is on the Philippine side. Also, we tell the Japanese armed citizens in Taipei to surrender or get killed.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, the Philippine Expeditional Army occupied the Ryukyu Islands one by one since there is no Japanese forces there, only some Japanese trading ports there.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, the Philippine Southern Luzon Army, 8th regiment, one of the most experienced armies in the Philippine Army has started the landings in Kyushu; the Southern Island of Japan, this cause Japanese forces to be sent to Taiwan and undefended in the Japanese mainland."
16781,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1075,2014-12-28T08:46:00,Furstia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22938790#p22938790"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Furstia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22938771#p22938771"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC:<br/>Updated. Tell me if I made a mistake or something.<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i.cubeupload.com/xaD7tB.png"" rel=""nofollow"">http://i.cubeupload.com/xaD7tB.png</a></div></blockquote><br/>libya is not mine other than that it looks good</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Then Libya is free or is in control of somebody else?"
16782,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1075,2014-12-28T08:46:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Furstia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22938852#p22938852"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22938790#p22938790"">wrote</a>:</cite>libya is not mine other than that it looks good</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Then Libya is free or is in control of somebody else?</div></blockquote><br/>its free"
16783,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1075,2014-12-28T08:49:00,The New Byzantine,"<blockquote><div><cite>Tractionisia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22938847#p22938847"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The New Byzantine <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22938809#p22938809"">wrote</a>:</cite>About 50,000 Japanese armed citizen is defending Taipei, during the bombings of Taipei by the Philippines, there are heavy casualties on the armed citizens and the morale starts to decrease. Only 9000 armed citizen has been remaining, they decide to defend the inner city of Taipei and kill those Philippine forces one by one.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>More Philippine forces has stormed the inner city of Taipei. Heavy tanks are getting inside the inner city and open-fire one of the Japanese-occupied buildings. Few casualties is on the Philippine side. Also, we tell the Japanese armed citizens in Taipei to surrender or get killed.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, the Philippine Expeditional Army occupied the Ryukyu Islands one by one since there is no Japanese forces there, only some Japanese trading ports there.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, the Philippine Southern Luzon Army, 8th regiment, one of the most experienced armies in the Philippine Army has started the landings in Kyushu; the Southern Island of Japan, this cause Japanese forces to be sent to Taiwan and undefended in the Japanese mainland.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Japanese Armed Citizens in Taipei surrendered, they don't want to die.<br/><br/>All Japanese forces is now defending Japan except Kyushu and Taiwan, it is too late. Japanese forces has divide into 20 divisions in each regions in mainland Japan. Tokyo is now heavily defended from the Japanese forces. Anti-aircraft guns has been put in each regions because there will be a aerial raid and paratroopers of the Philippines."
16784,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1075,2014-12-28T08:50:00,Tractionisia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Furstia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22938771#p22938771"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC:<br/>Updated. Tell me if I made a mistake or something.<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i.cubeupload.com/xaD7tB.png"" rel=""nofollow"">http://i.cubeupload.com/xaD7tB.png</a></div></blockquote><br/><br/>Philippines owns whole of Taiwan and Philippines own Kyushu; a Southern Island in Japan."
16785,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1075,2014-12-28T08:51:00,Furstia,"OOC:<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i.cubeupload.com/oECPb7.png"" rel=""nofollow"">http://i.cubeupload.com/oECPb7.png</a><br/><br/>Just a thing:<span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Territory is just annexed at the end of each war/purchase/treaty</span>. E.G.: Phillipines might be in control of Ryukyu right now but until that war its over, that territory is still ""de jure"", part of Japan. Same applies for Pakistan and that."
16786,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1075,2014-12-28T08:57:00,Tractionisia,"Philippine forces in Taipei takes control of Northern Taiwan after the surrender of the Japanese armed citizens.<br/><br/>A gigantic Philippine army in Kyushu takes control of the Island. The town hall in Kyushu has been placed into a Philippine flag, Philippine combat engineers in Kyushu starts to build a bridge to Honshu; the main island of Japan.<br/><br/>Philippine Navy Force is now going to Japan to bomb Tokyo.<br/><br/>Philippines' president, Ferdinand 'Bongbong' Marcos, Jr said, ""This is just the beginning. I know that Japan rise into an empire once again but we must stop it before they will invade us again, finally, we invade their heartland, plus we will also invade one of India's holdings in their eastern territory. I hope my father is so proud of me, I also dreamed that the Philippines will become a superpower."""
16787,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1100,2014-12-28T09:05:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"We ultimately decide to not use nuclear weapons against Japan or India, and to march in as liberators.<br/>We declare war on Japan, and invade Hokkaido, with missile strikes against Sapporo happening regularly."
16788,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1100,2014-12-28T09:06:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,Our forces in Pakistan push on and take more land. We also plan to cut a passage through India to Calcutta to help the British.
16789,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1100,2014-12-28T09:22:00,The New Byzantine,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22938959#p22938959"">wrote</a>:</cite>We ultimately decide to not use nuclear weapons against Japan or India, and to march in as liberators. <br/>We declare war on Japan, and invade Hokkaido, with missile strikes against Sapporo happening regularly.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>Japanese advanced unit, the 'Japan Elite Self Ground Forces' has been deployed in Hokkaido and they are ready to defend the Northern island.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, Japanese air forces has bombed massively to the Philippine forces in Kyushu and then the Japanese army stormed the island.<br/><br/>Also, the forces in Manchuria is now marching to Vladivostok."
16790,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1100,2014-12-28T09:23:00,Tractionisia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22938959#p22938959"">wrote</a>:</cite>We ultimately decide to not use nuclear weapons against Japan or India, and to march in as liberators. <br/>We declare war on Japan, and invade Hokkaido, with missile strikes against Sapporo happening regularly.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>We tell to the Soviet Union to not interfere the war of 'Philippine-Japanese War'."
16791,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1100,2014-12-28T09:25:00,Furstia,Argentina will send economic and medical aid to the Soviet Union if needed.
16792,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1100,2014-12-28T09:25:00,Tractionisia,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Byzantine <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22939046#p22939046"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22938959#p22938959"">wrote</a>:</cite>We ultimately decide to not use nuclear weapons against Japan or India, and to march in as liberators. <br/>We declare war on Japan, and invade Hokkaido, with missile strikes against Sapporo happening regularly.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>Japanese advanced unit, the 'Japan Elite Self Ground Forces' has been deployed in Hokkaido and they are ready to defend the Northern island.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, Japanese air forces has bombed massively to the Philippine forces in Kyushu and then the Japanese army stormed the island.<br/><br/>Also, the forces in Manchuria is now marching to Vladivostok.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Heavy casualties on the Philippine side, the Philippine forces do the defensive position and WILL defend Kyushu against Japanese forces. Philippine-machinegunners has mounted near the bridge. Philippine-snipers are on tower, the Philippine jet-planes manage to chase down those Japanese air forces.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Battle of Kyushu</span>will be one of the bloodiest battles in the Second Millennium."
16793,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1100,2014-12-28T09:30:00,The New Byzantine,"This is the right time to strike, Japan declares<span style=""color: #FF0000"">WAR</span>on the Soviet Union.<br/><br/>The Japanese forces in Manchuria has arrived and start sieging Vladivostok. Japanese forces in Kyushu gets a heavy casualties; the Japanese forces has retreated back to the Northern Kyushu and then the Japanese artillery ordered to fire the Philippine defensive positions to destroy their morale."
16794,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1100,2014-12-28T09:32:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Tractionisia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22939051#p22939051"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22938959#p22938959"">wrote</a>:</cite>We ultimately decide to not use nuclear weapons against Japan or India, and to march in as liberators. <br/>We declare war on Japan, and invade Hokkaido, with missile strikes against Sapporo happening regularly.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>We tell to the Soviet Union to not interfere the war of 'Philippine-Japanese War'.</div></blockquote><br/>We tell the Phillippines we are only interested in Hokkaido.<br/>The units in Manchuria are strategically nuked by the ICBMs on the Mongolian-Soviet border."
16795,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1100,2014-12-28T09:32:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Furstia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22939065#p22939065"">wrote</a>:</cite>Argentina will send economic and medical aid to the Soviet Union if needed.</div></blockquote><br/>We accept.<br/>It is now 2001."
16796,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1100,2014-12-28T10:00:00,Kumbhalgarh,"We tell soviet Union and Saudi Arabia that We want Gujarat and Rajasthan Indian states after India is defeated. We also tell India that if they give us Gujarat and Rajasthan we will pull back our men. We would also like to tell every nation of this world that britian has more than 1,000 millitary bases around the world. Which means it can attack or deffend a country in under 3 hours with at least 5,000 men.<br/><br/><br/>OOC: Sorry I was afk for a while. It snowed here in netherlands, and my dog loves snow. So we were outside playing snowball fights and stuff. I love snow!!"
16797,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1100,2014-12-28T10:04:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"We say:<br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>No.</div></blockquote>"
16798,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1100,2014-12-28T10:07:00,Kumbhalgarh,"Millitary base at the border of China and India, Classified Location.<br/><br/><br/>""Commander Kentucky, immedietaly prepare your men, and assault the Indian state of Assam. I want no stone left unturned in this assault. The head command has decided that 5,000 men from Leefield Millitary Base in Nepal will join you in this Battle. Along with Tanks, and some Naval Support you will also get 16 English Auto Artillery that can fire 15 shots in under 2 minutes. You will have the ammunition to conduct 3,000 shots."" said Mission Operator Hannah Lee.<br/><br/><br/>""Roger That, Madam"" said Kentucky.<br/><br/>""See you in England after you finish your mission, Honey"" said Hannah. She was dating Kentucky.<br/><br/><br/>Kentucky and 10,000 Men attacked the indian state of assam, and were aided by tanks and bombers who bombed the state without Mercy. Children and women were killed."
16799,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1100,2014-12-28T10:08:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22939305#p22939305"">wrote</a>:</cite>We say:<br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>No.</div></blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>Why noT?"
16800,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1100,2014-12-28T10:22:00,Kumbhalgarh,"OOC: Waiting for India to put up resistance.<br/><br/><br/>IC: Meanwhile the war goes on Britian continues to mordernize its army. More than 1,000 new tanks are produced, and 15 new destroyers are bought. Not only that, but Britian now uses 15% of fossil fuel, and 85% renewebale sources. Nuclear power plants provide energy, and nuclear weapons. Making Britian one of the most powerful nations of the world.<br/><br/><br/>A list of the 5 strongest Nations:<br/><br/>1. Soviet Union (Nuclear Armed)<br/>2. British Empire (Nuclear Armed)<br/>3. The Fourth Reich of Germany (Unknown)<br/>4. The Sultanate of Saudi Arabia (Nuclear Armed)<br/>5. China (Not nuclear armed)<br/><br/><br/>Britian's economy keeps on growing at 10% as it makes new bridges, factories, and protects the evnivorment. The British GDP grows by 200 Billion Pounds, and has become the top Economy of this world (Estimatete). Techonology is at its peak in Britian as they continue to grow economically. The people love this type of government, and are enjoying Citizen Benefits. There are now 400 British Millitary bases in the world, and Britian can attack any nation in under 3 hours. Or defend it. British Africa is now very developed.. British Naval power grows as they buy new destroyers, and frigates. The British Air force undergoes a huge upgrade as they buy 200 new planes. Also they buy 4 new Carriers."
16801,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1100,2014-12-28T10:28:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"No. British Africa is still not as good as China or India. China is also not imperial, it is communist still after we sent the KGB to help restore Communism. We attack Pakistan further."
16802,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1100,2014-12-28T10:29:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"""No because Socialist India deserves to stick together!"""
16803,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1100,2014-12-28T10:30:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22939443#p22939443"">wrote</a>:</cite>No. British Africa is still not as good as China or India. China is also not imperial, it is communist still after we sent the KGB to help restore Communism. We attack Pakistan further.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>Soviet can I get Gujurat and Rajasthan after we defeat India? I was born there."
16804,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1100,2014-12-28T10:31:00,Kumbhalgarh,"Britian Demands it gets some sort of India soil. It proposes that it is split 3 way. The Western and Northern Parts given to Britian, the Eastern and Center to Soviet Union, and Pakistan, Sri Lanka, and The south of India to Saudi."
16805,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1100,2014-12-28T10:33:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22939454#p22939454"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22939443#p22939443"">wrote</a>:</cite>No. British Africa is still not as good as China or India. China is also not imperial, it is communist still after we sent the KGB to help restore Communism. We attack Pakistan further.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>Soviet can I get Gujurat and Rajasthan after we defeat India? I was born there.</div></blockquote><br/>I was born in northern England, I don't have northern England. We also tell Britain we are fed up with each time we declare war, our plans are wrecked. Such as, we never got western Turkey as promised."
16806,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1100,2014-12-28T10:34:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22939478#p22939478"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22939454#p22939454"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><br/>Soviet can I get Gujurat and Rajasthan after we defeat India? I was born there.</div></blockquote><br/>I was born in northern England, I don't have northern England. We also tell Britain we are fed up with each time we declare war, our plans are wrecked. Such as, we never got western Turkey as promised.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>Britian requests that it gets Gujurat and Rajasthan. Britian promises to raid Japan and help soviet Union defeat the Japaneese, and Britian also promises that Soviet Union gets to keep all of Japan if it gives india Gujurat and Rajasthan."
16807,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1100,2014-12-28T10:37:00,Kumbhalgarh,"Britian Pushes further into the west coast of India revolving around Rajasthan and Gujurat. Missile strikes happen regularly, and fighter jets weaken the Indian defenses. 30,000 Soldiers attack Gujurat's Coast, followed by Strikes by the BE Hampshire (A destroyer). Tanks, and aerial support defend the British sodleirs as they storm up the coast, firing at the indian coastal guards."
16808,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1100,2014-12-28T11:10:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22939482#p22939482"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22939478#p22939478"">wrote</a>:</cite>I was born in northern England, I don't have northern England. We also tell Britain we are fed up with each time we declare war, our plans are wrecked. Such as, we never got western Turkey as promised.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>Britian requests that it gets Gujurat and Rajasthan. Britian promises to raid Japan and help soviet Union defeat the Japaneese, and Britian also promises that Soviet Union gets to keep all of Japan if it gives india Gujurat and Rajasthan.</div></blockquote><br/>We say Japan isn't yours to promise anyway, but accepted, on the condition the provinces eventually go back to India."
16809,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1100,2014-12-28T11:17:00,Badassistanian,we land in sri lanka and begin to pummel the island.
16810,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1100,2014-12-28T11:19:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,Southwest Pakistan has been completely invaded.
16811,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1100,2014-12-28T11:50:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,We improve Soviet roads to be as good as western roads.
16812,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1125,2014-12-28T12:13:00,Kumbhalgarh,"Indian cities are bombed every hour, and British tanks keep on firing at innocent People"
16813,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1125,2014-12-28T12:22:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,We ask the British to stop killing innocents.
16814,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1125,2014-12-28T12:28:00,The Dominion Of The Corn,"<blockquote><div><cite>Furstia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22938884#p22938884"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC:<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i.cubeupload.com/oECPb7.png"" rel=""nofollow"">http://i.cubeupload.com/oECPb7.png</a><br/><br/>Just a thing: <span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Territory is just annexed at the end of each war/purchase/treaty</span>. E.G.: Phillipines might be in control of Ryukyu right now but until that war its over, that territory is still ""de jure"", part of Japan. Same applies for Pakistan and that.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: I control Sierra Leone"
16815,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1125,2014-12-28T12:28:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22940349#p22940349"">wrote</a>:</cite>We ask the British to stop killing innocents.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/><br/>Britian stops firing at innocents, and concentrates on destroying the Indian Army.<br/><br/>OOC: India wouldnt stand a chance now."
16816,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1125,2014-12-28T12:32:00,The Dominion Of The Corn,Switzerland has purchased Ghana and Togo and has given Benin 24 hours to accept annexation or be invaded
16817,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1125,2014-12-28T12:33:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,Canada and Australia are now open for anyone due to the fact Bendicion and the other guy havent posted.
16818,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1125,2014-12-28T12:34:00,Kumbhalgarh,"British soldiers support Benin, and tell switzerland that if they attack Benin then britian shall defend it."
16819,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1125,2014-12-28T12:35:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22940480#p22940480"">wrote</a>:</cite>British soldiers support Benin, and tell switzerland that if they attack Benin then britian shall defend it.</div></blockquote><br/>We tell the British if they do that we will stay neutral."
16820,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1125,2014-12-28T12:36:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22940489#p22940489"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22940480#p22940480"">wrote</a>:</cite>British soldiers support Benin, and tell switzerland that if they attack Benin then britian shall defend it.</div></blockquote><br/>We tell the British if they do that we will stay neutral.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>We thank the soviets, and tell them that Switzerland's expansion must be stopped. Or it will become out of hand. Britian dispatches 30,000 Men to Benin to defend the Borders of the nation."
16821,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1125,2014-12-28T12:37:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22940480#p22940480"">wrote</a>:</cite>British soldiers support Benin, and tell switzerland that if they attack Benin then britian shall defend it.</div></blockquote><br/>we tell Britain to not defend it for Switzerland is a kind country bringing happiness to the continent."
16822,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1125,2014-12-28T12:38:00,Togeria,"Germany declares<span style=""color: #FF0000"">war</span>on India and Japan for their imperial aggression. A force of 10,000 is split to aid the Soviet Union and Saudi Arabia. Germany has ceased steel trade to both India ad Japan, and placed an embargo on them. German panzer tanks are sent to the soviets and and high-impact bombers to help aid Saudi."
16823,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1125,2014-12-28T12:38:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22940508#p22940508"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22940480#p22940480"">wrote</a>:</cite>British soldiers support Benin, and tell switzerland that if they attack Benin then britian shall defend it.</div></blockquote><br/>we tell Britain to not defend it for Switzerland is a kind country bringing happiness to the continent.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>We tell Saudi Arabia that Benin must stay Independent. If all of Africa is annexed what will remain of African Culture? Of freedom for the Africans?"
16824,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1125,2014-12-28T12:39:00,The Hezbollah Republic,"Chad accepts annexation into Algeria. The Algerian leaders tell the British to not shoot at civilians and innocents as this would be violating international law and any respectable nation would have to declare<span style=""font-weight: bold"">war</span>on you. Algerian forces arrive in India to escort civilians out of there and fly them to Algiers. We will<span style=""font-weight: bold"">NOT</span>declare war on India we are just evacuating citizens. Switzerland is given finical aid to increase its army."
16825,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1125,2014-12-28T12:39:00,The Dominion Of The Corn,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22940508#p22940508"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22940480#p22940480"">wrote</a>:</cite>British soldiers support Benin, and tell switzerland that if they attack Benin then britian shall defend it.</div></blockquote><br/>we tell Britain to not defend it for Switzerland is a kind country bringing happiness to the continent.</div></blockquote><br/>Benin has been driven into the open arms of the Swiss by blatant British transgression and fear of British annexation. Benin peacefully joins the Swiss empire."
16826,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1125,2014-12-28T12:40:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22940530#p22940530"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22940508#p22940508"">wrote</a>:</cite>we tell Britain to not defend it for Switzerland is a kind country bringing happiness to the continent.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>We tell Saudi Arabia that Benin must stay Independent. If all of Africa is annexed what will remain of African Culture? Of freedom for the Africans?</div></blockquote><br/>we agree with Britain but in that case why did you counquer half of Africa if you care so much for its freedom and culture."
16827,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1125,2014-12-28T12:40:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Dominion Of The Corn <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22940545#p22940545"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22940508#p22940508"">wrote</a>:</cite>we tell Britain to not defend it for Switzerland is a kind country bringing happiness to the continent.</div></blockquote><br/>Benin has been driven into the open arms of the Swiss by blatant British transgression and fear of British annexation. Benin peacefully joins the Swiss empire.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>What the heck."
16828,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1125,2014-12-28T12:40:00,The Dominion Of The Corn,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Hezbollah Republic <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22940539#p22940539"">wrote</a>:</cite>Chad accepts annexation into Algeria. The Algerian leaders tell the British to not shoot at civilians and innocents as this would be violating international law and any respectable nation would have to declare <span style=""font-weight: bold"">war</span> on you. Algerian forces arrive in India to escort civilians out of there and fly them to Algiers. We will <span style=""font-weight: bold"">NOT</span> declare war on India we are just evacuating citizens. Switzerland is given finical aid to increase its army.</div></blockquote><br/>The Swiss government subsidizes hospitals in Algeria and offers an alliance"
16829,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1125,2014-12-28T12:41:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Dominion Of The Corn <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22940456#p22940456"">wrote</a>:</cite>Switzerland has purchased Ghana and Togo and has given Benin 24 hours to accept annexation or be invaded</div></blockquote><br/>Germany will not allow Switzerland to forcibly invade Benin, an is prepared to stop them."
16830,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1125,2014-12-28T12:41:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Dominion Of The Corn <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22940558#p22940558"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Hezbollah Republic <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22940539#p22940539"">wrote</a>:</cite>Chad accepts annexation into Algeria. The Algerian leaders tell the British to not shoot at civilians and innocents as this would be violating international law and any respectable nation would have to declare <span style=""font-weight: bold"">war</span> on you. Algerian forces arrive in India to escort civilians out of there and fly them to Algiers. We will <span style=""font-weight: bold"">NOT</span> declare war on India we are just evacuating citizens. Switzerland is given finical aid to increase its army.</div></blockquote><br/>The Swiss government subsidizes hospitals in Algeria and offers an alliance</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>That just.. God mod Bro you cant take Benin like that. You either fight us or you back down."
16831,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1125,2014-12-28T12:42:00,The Dominion Of The Corn,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22940530#p22940530"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22940508#p22940508"">wrote</a>:</cite>we tell Britain to not defend it for Switzerland is a kind country bringing happiness to the continent.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>We tell Saudi Arabia that Benin must stay Independent. If all of Africa is annexed what will remain of African Culture? Of freedom for the Africans?</div></blockquote><br/>The Swiss ambassador hands the British prime minister a dictionary with a bookmark on the page containing the word ""irony"""
16832,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1125,2014-12-28T12:42:00,Kumbhalgarh,British and German forces come together and set up iron defenses in Benin British Naval support also comes in.
16833,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1125,2014-12-28T12:42:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22940554#p22940554"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22940530#p22940530"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><br/>We tell Saudi Arabia that Benin must stay Independent. If all of Africa is annexed what will remain of African Culture? Of freedom for the Africans?</div></blockquote><br/>we agree with Britain but in that case why did you counquer half of Africa if you care so much for its freedom and culture.</div></blockquote><br/>we want an immediant answer to this question from Britain."
16834,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1125,2014-12-28T12:43:00,The Dominion Of The Corn,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22940566#p22940566"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Dominion Of The Corn <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22940558#p22940558"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Swiss government subsidizes hospitals in Algeria and offers an alliance</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>That just.. God mod Bro you cant take Benin like that. You either fight us or you back down.</div></blockquote><br/>Actually the Africans would kinda hate you... So they would rather join Switzerland on good terms than face being subjugated by Britain."
16835,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1125,2014-12-28T12:44:00,The Hezbollah Republic,"We are ready to fight for the Swiss back down<span style=""font-weight: bold"">NOW</span>. The alliance is accepted the Swiss are declared<span style=""color: #00FF00"">Very Friendly</span>. Forces become mobile and move into Benin with 50,000 men."
16836,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1125,2014-12-28T12:45:00,The Dominion Of The Corn,"The Swiss government has stated that it seeks<span style=""font-weight: bold"">no</span>further expansion but will defend all Swiss land, including Benin"
16837,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1150,2014-12-28T12:46:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22940581#p22940581"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22940554#p22940554"">wrote</a>:</cite>we agree with Britain but in that case why did you counquer half of Africa if you care so much for its freedom and culture.</div></blockquote><br/>we want an immediant answer to this question from Britain.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>We tell Saudi Arabia that the nations Britian captured were filled with terorism, and rape. Abuse to children, and women. The only way to stop such inhumane activities to capture the nation and put a stop it Myself. As for Benin it is a civillized and a well maintained nation."
16838,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1150,2014-12-28T12:46:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Dominion Of The Corn <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22940603#p22940603"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Swiss government has stated that it seeks <span style=""font-weight: bold"">no</span> further expansion but will defend all Swiss land, including Benin</div></blockquote><br/>With this Germany back downs, it wishes for Africa to now be left alone, so that they may now focus on their culture."
16839,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1150,2014-12-28T12:47:00,Kumbhalgarh,Britian reminds Switzerland that Benin isnt Swiss yet. And Britian will not let Switzewrland Take it.
16840,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1150,2014-12-28T12:48:00,Badassistanian,We tell Britain that is not true these countrys were doing well without you.
16841,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1150,2014-12-28T12:48:00,The Hezbollah Republic,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22940613#p22940613"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22940581#p22940581"">wrote</a>:</cite>we want an immediant answer to this question from Britain.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>We tell Saudi Arabia that the nations Britian captured were filled with terorism, and rape. Abuse to children, and women. The only way to stop such inhumane activities to capture the nation and put a stop it Myself. As for Benin it is a civillized and a well maintained nation.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>You only filled them with more hate and rape. Algeria is a well established country you just put fear into their hearts. Benin is annexed by the Swiss"
16842,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1150,2014-12-28T12:48:00,The Dominion Of The Corn,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22940613#p22940613"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22940581#p22940581"">wrote</a>:</cite>we want an immediant answer to this question from Britain.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>We tell Saudi Arabia that the nations Britian captured were filled with terorism, and rape. Abuse to children, and women. The only way to stop such inhumane activities to capture the nation and put a stop it Myself. As for Benin it is a civillized and a well maintained nation.</div></blockquote><br/>Switzerland reminds Britain that most of its land was purchased, not conquered and it has made vast improvements in the quality of life in Swiss Africa. Switzerland does not want war with Britain."
16843,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1150,2014-12-28T12:49:00,Kumbhalgarh,"Britian's entire power of The Sea near africa is summoned. More than 100,000 British soldiersMove into Benin, and ask the Benin Monarch to help defend Benin from Switzerland. Planes, Tanks, Missiles, Artillery, Jeeps, Vehicles, and even destroyers are summoned to drive the swiss off."
16844,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1150,2014-12-28T12:49:00,SECP,With war so close to Afghanistan's border we arm our soldiers and prepare for anything to happen.
16845,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1150,2014-12-28T12:50:00,The Dominion Of The Corn,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22940627#p22940627"">wrote</a>:</cite>Britian reminds Switzerland that Benin isnt Swiss yet. And Britian will not let Switzewrland Take it.</div></blockquote><br/>Switzerland will not leave Benin, as that would be detrimental to both parties involved"
16846,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1150,2014-12-28T12:50:00,Gyrenaica,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Appleton, WI</span><br/>President George looked out his window. Cars drove by, buses were loaded and unloaded, people jogged on by. It was a crisp, somewhat warm Sunday morning. America, the one he now ran, flourished. The American civil war had ended with a stalemate and the FSA's independence. So far, the USA had made no further attempts to retake the lost lands. President George knew that the US government would try to retake the FSA, so he needed allies.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">TELEGRAMS</span><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Dearest friends in Britain,<br/>Hello there! I am President George of the Free states and I wish to form an alliance with you. I congratulate you on your successful invasion of the east coast as that success is what gave us the final push for independence. I hope for great relations between our 2 nations.</blockquote>"
16847,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1150,2014-12-28T12:50:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Dominion Of The Corn <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22940639#p22940639"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22940613#p22940613"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><br/>We tell Saudi Arabia that the nations Britian captured were filled with terorism, and rape. Abuse to children, and women. The only way to stop such inhumane activities to capture the nation and put a stop it Myself. As for Benin it is a civillized and a well maintained nation.</div></blockquote><br/>Switzerland reminds Britain that most of its land was purchased, not conquered and it has made vast improvements in the quality of life in Swiss Africa. Switzerland does not want war with Britain.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>We tell Saudi and Switzerland that Britian revamped all of British Africa as well. It is now a civillized, and morden Nation. Benin shall not fall as long as Britian Defends it."
16848,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1150,2014-12-28T12:50:00,Badassistanian,Saudi finds Britain to be great hypocrite that have to come up with lies to protect there own empire.
16849,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1150,2014-12-28T12:51:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Gyrenaica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22940654#p22940654"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Appleton, WI</span><br/>President George looked out his window. Cars drove by, buses were loaded and unloaded, people jogged on by. It was a crisp, somewhat warm Sunday morning. America, the one he now ran, flourished. The American civil war had ended with a stalemate and the FSA's independence. So far, the USA had made no further attempts to retake the lost lands. President George knew that the US government would try to retake the FSA, so he needed allies.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">TELEGRAMS</span><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Dearest friends in Britain,<br/>Hello there! I am President George of the Free states and I wish to form an alliance with you. I congratulate you on your successful invasion of the east coast as that success is what gave us the final push for independence. I hope for great relations between our 2 nations.</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>We agree, and tell The Free states that Britian and the States will remain in Harmony."
16850,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1150,2014-12-28T12:51:00,The Hezbollah Republic,"Algeria and the Swiss request help defending Benin from a aggressive attacker. 150,000 Troops hold of the British with Teargas and AK-47s. Live shots are fired into the British."
16851,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1150,2014-12-28T12:51:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22940640#p22940640"">wrote</a>:</cite>Britian's entire power of The Sea near africa is summoned. More than 100,000 British soldiersMove into Benin, and ask the Benin Monarch to help defend Benin from Switzerland. Planes, Tanks, Missiles, Artillery, Jeeps, Vehicles, and even destroyers are summoned to drive the swiss off.</div></blockquote><br/>Germany prepares its naval fleets to counter the British, as Germany is not scared to face the empire."
16852,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1150,2014-12-28T12:52:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22940657#p22940657"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Dominion Of The Corn <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22940639#p22940639"">wrote</a>:</cite>Switzerland reminds Britain that most of its land was purchased, not conquered and it has made vast improvements in the quality of life in Swiss Africa. Switzerland does not want war with Britain.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>We tell Saudi and Switzerland that Britian revamped all of British Africa as well. It is now a civillized, and morden Nation. Benin shall not fall as long as Britian Defends it.</div></blockquote><br/>which destroys the regions culture"
16853,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1150,2014-12-28T12:52:00,The Dominion Of The Corn,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22940640#p22940640"">wrote</a>:</cite>Britian's entire power of The Sea near africa is summoned. More than 100,000 British soldiersMove into Benin, and ask the Benin Monarch to help defend Benin from Switzerland. Planes, Tanks, Missiles, Artillery, Jeeps, Vehicles, and even destroyers are summoned to drive the swiss off.</div></blockquote><br/>The president of Benin reminds Britain that he already joined Switzerland and is insulted that he was called a monarch. Switzerland's African army of 60,000 men is mobilized to defend against the British invaders. Switzerland calls for aid against the British aggressor"
16854,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1150,2014-12-28T12:52:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22940659#p22940659"">wrote</a>:</cite>Saudi finds Britain to be great hypocrite that have to come up with lies to protect there own empire.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>Britian tells Saudi that Benin will stay independent, and Britian hopes that Saudi is still allies. As for you switzerland. You can move on. Let Benin live."
16855,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1150,2014-12-28T12:53:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,We ask to ally with the FSA.
16856,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1150,2014-12-28T12:53:00,Kumbhalgarh,"Britian recalls its armies, and makes peace. Benin is now Swiss. I hope that we are still friends, Switzerland, Germany, and Saudi.<br/><br/>Britian would like to maintain relations with all of the nations."
16857,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1150,2014-12-28T12:54:00,Badassistanian,Saudi begins to find Britain more of a tyrant than a noble emperor.
16858,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1150,2014-12-28T12:54:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22940678#p22940678"">wrote</a>:</cite>We ask to ally with the FSA.</div></blockquote><br/>The Fourth Reich also wishes for an alliance with the FSA."
16859,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1150,2014-12-28T12:55:00,The Dominion Of The Corn,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22940681#p22940681"">wrote</a>:</cite>Britian recalls its armies, and makes peace. Benin is now Swiss. I hope that we are still friends, Switzerland, Germany, and Saudi.<br/><br/>Britian would like to maintain relations with all of the nations.</div></blockquote><br/>Switzerland is still cautious towards Britain and is not friends due to recent provocations, but Switzerland will maintain relations and hopes that the future may be more fruitful"
16860,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1150,2014-12-28T12:55:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22940687#p22940687"">wrote</a>:</cite>Saudi begins to find Britain more of a tyrant than a noble emperor.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>Britian assures Saudi that it will not attack Arabia, and it restores peace by sending 200 free boxes of Cacao to Arabia."
16861,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1150,2014-12-28T12:56:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22940681#p22940681"">wrote</a>:</cite>Britian recalls its armies, and makes peace. Benin is now Swiss. I hope that we are still friends, Switzerland, Germany, and Saudi.<br/><br/>Britian would like to maintain relations with all of the nations.</div></blockquote><br/>Germany reluctantly accepts their call for friendship."
16862,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1175,2014-12-28T12:56:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Dominion Of The Corn <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22940691#p22940691"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22940681#p22940681"">wrote</a>:</cite>Britian recalls its armies, and makes peace. Benin is now Swiss. I hope that we are still friends, Switzerland, Germany, and Saudi.<br/><br/>Britian would like to maintain relations with all of the nations.</div></blockquote><br/>Switzerland is still cautious towards Britain and is not friends due to recent provocations, but Switzerland will maintain relations and hopes that the future may be more fruitful</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>Britian understands, and sends Strawberries as a peace sign."
16863,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1175,2014-12-28T12:56:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22940681#p22940681"">wrote</a>:</cite>Britian recalls its armies, and makes peace. Benin is now Swiss. I hope that we are still friends, Switzerland, Germany, and Saudi.<br/><br/>Britian would like to maintain relations with all of the nations.</div></blockquote><br/>Saudi does not wish to be friends with a lying and hypocritical emperor."
16864,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1175,2014-12-28T12:57:00,Kumbhalgarh,"Britian calls for a peace meeting between Switzerland, Germany, Saudi, and Britian.<br/><br/>The British Prime minister pursues better peace, and starts trade with the nations."
16865,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1175,2014-12-28T12:57:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22940706#p22940706"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22940681#p22940681"">wrote</a>:</cite>Britian recalls its armies, and makes peace. Benin is now Swiss. I hope that we are still friends, Switzerland, Germany, and Saudi.<br/><br/>Britian would like to maintain relations with all of the nations.</div></blockquote><br/>Saudi does not wish to be friends with a lying and hypocritical emperor.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>Britian reminds Saudi Arabia that peace is the way to go, and Britian has never attacked another Player controlled Nation."
16866,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1175,2014-12-28T12:58:00,The Hezbollah Republic,"20,000 Troops stay stationed in Benin to help defend against future invaders. We want a trade agreement with the FSA. Trade with the British is cut which damages their econmy because we produce precious metals."
16867,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1175,2014-12-28T12:58:00,Kumbhalgarh,"Britian wishes to start a non agression pact with Saudi Arabia, and trade."
16868,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1175,2014-12-28T12:58:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Hezbollah Republic <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22940719#p22940719"">wrote</a>:</cite>20,000 Troops stay stationed in Benin to help defend against future invaders. We want a trade agreement with the FSA. Trade with the British is cut which damages their econmy because we produce precious metals.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>Which nation are you, and we never traded with you."
16869,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1175,2014-12-28T12:59:00,The Dominion Of The Corn,"The Swiss empire now has a population of 175,000,000. Focus is now put on infrastructure in Africa and in developing new technologies"
16870,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1175,2014-12-28T13:00:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22940722#p22940722"">wrote</a>:</cite>Britian wishes to start a non agression pact with Saudi Arabia, and trade.</div></blockquote><br/>Saudi tells Britain our relation are currently to sour and as long as you are in Africa the worse our relations will get."
16871,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1175,2014-12-28T13:00:00,Kumbhalgarh,"Britian would like to resume trade, and friendship with all nations, and assures that this will never happen. Britian consoles these nations, and sends cacao, Bananas, and Natural Gas as a token of peace."
16872,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1175,2014-12-28T13:00:00,The Hezbollah Republic,"Algeria. Cyprus is a prime destination for<span style=""font-weight: bold"">YOUR</span>citizens to go to during the summer. Algeria is insulted by the British."
16873,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1175,2014-12-28T13:01:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Hezbollah Republic <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22940753#p22940753"">wrote</a>:</cite>Algeria. Cyprus is a prime destination for <span style=""font-weight: bold"">YOUR</span> citizens to go to during the summer. Algeria is insulted by the British.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>Our citizens go to florida now, because its British controlled. Our citizens also go to South Africa in Winter holidays. Britian wants to restore friendship with Algeria."
16874,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1175,2014-12-28T13:02:00,Gyrenaica,"President George was glad that the Brits were willing to be allies with FSA. What made him even more elate was that not only Britain wanted an alliance with the Free States, but 2 other nations did. He hoped for great relations with the world powers in the new world. Trade will be allowed between the FSA and any other nations besides the USA. We ask that should war ever break out between the USA and FSA that our allies support us."
16875,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1175,2014-12-28T13:02:00,Kumbhalgarh,"Britian really wishes to resstore peace, and wants all of the nations to trade with Britian. Saudi Arabia is reminded that Britian will not leave Africa, but Britian is an important supplier of Cacao, Banana, Natural Gas, Coal, Gold, Bronze, and Illegal Ivory."
16876,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1175,2014-12-28T13:03:00,Badassistanian,We beleive Britain has no right over there African land and have no casus hello for Takeing the regions.
16877,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1175,2014-12-28T13:04:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22940791#p22940791"">wrote</a>:</cite>We beleive Britain has no right over there African land and have no casus hello for Takeing the regions.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/><br/>OOC: Dude, just make peace and stop making wars. Everything was good."
16878,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1175,2014-12-28T13:04:00,The Hezbollah Republic,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22940763#p22940763"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Hezbollah Republic <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22940753#p22940753"">wrote</a>:</cite>Algeria. Cyprus is a prime destination for <span style=""font-weight: bold"">YOUR</span> citizens to go to during the summer. Algeria is insulted by the British.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>Our citizens go to florida now, because its British controlled. Our citizens also go to South Africa in Winter holidays. Britian wants to restore friendship with Algeria.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Algeria accepts. Algeria improves its schools and public places. All funding is going into infrastructure right now. Algeria continues to export citizens from India. We request a trade agreement with the FSA."
16879,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1175,2014-12-28T13:05:00,SECP,"Modernization in Afghanistan is going as planned we have schools set up in every little town, Skyscrapers in Major cities, and the Military is now a trained/well equipped fighting force."
16880,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1175,2014-12-28T13:05:00,Kumbhalgarh,"Britian is starting to lose hope in Saudi Arabia, but still pursues good relations with the Arabs. Britian requests that trade happens between Swiss and British Africa."
16881,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1175,2014-12-28T13:07:00,The Dominion Of The Corn,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22940791#p22940791"">wrote</a>:</cite>We beleive Britain has no right over there African land and have no casus hello for Takeing the regions.</div></blockquote><br/>Switzerland does believe that Britain has rights over its African lands. If not, do they have rights over Iberia or the eastern US? Switzerland, while not chummy with Britain, still supports their right to their land."
16882,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1175,2014-12-28T13:08:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Dominion Of The Corn <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22940829#p22940829"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22940791#p22940791"">wrote</a>:</cite>We beleive Britain has no right over there African land and have no casus hello for Takeing the regions.</div></blockquote><br/>Switzerland does believe that Britain has rights over its African lands. If not, do they have rights over Iberia or the eastern US? Switzerland, while not chummy with Britain, still supports their right to their land.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>Britian works hard to imrove relations with the Swiss, and sends delegates. Gifts, and even a millitary alliance. If Switzerland is ever attacked the first nation to help will be britian."
16883,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1175,2014-12-28T13:08:00,The Dominion Of The Corn,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22940814#p22940814"">wrote</a>:</cite>Britian is starting to lose hope in Saudi Arabia, but still pursues good relations with the Arabs. Britian requests that trade happens between Swiss and British Africa.</div></blockquote><br/>Switzerland accepts, but also hopes that Saudi Arabia and Britain reach a peaceful agreement."
16884,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1175,2014-12-28T13:09:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Dominion Of The Corn <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22940842#p22940842"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22940814#p22940814"">wrote</a>:</cite>Britian is starting to lose hope in Saudi Arabia, but still pursues good relations with the Arabs. Britian requests that trade happens between Swiss and British Africa.</div></blockquote><br/>Switzerland accepts, but also hopes that Saudi Arabia and Britain reach a peaceful agreement.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>Britian is now working on British Africa's infrastructure and is making the roads the quality of the roads back in England."
16885,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1175,2014-12-28T13:09:00,The Dominion Of The Corn,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22940840#p22940840"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Dominion Of The Corn <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22940829#p22940829"">wrote</a>:</cite>Switzerland does believe that Britain has rights over its African lands. If not, do they have rights over Iberia or the eastern US? Switzerland, while not chummy with Britain, still supports their right to their land.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>Britian works hard to imrove relations with the Swiss, and sends delegates. Gifts, and even a millitary alliance. If Switzerland is ever attacked the first nation to help will be britian.</div></blockquote><br/>Switzerland accepts, but on the condition that Britain seeks to maintain amiable relations with Algeria, Germany, and Saudi Arabia."
16886,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1175,2014-12-28T13:10:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22940814#p22940814"">wrote</a>:</cite>Britian is starting to lose hope in Saudi Arabia, but still pursues good relations with the Arabs. Britian requests that trade happens between Swiss and British Africa.</div></blockquote><br/>we tell Britain that there answer to the question was a great lie and later you ruind African culture while saying you want to protect it. This has hurt relations very much. In order to be friends again we need a true answer, even if it makes you look bad. A true leader should be able to face issues head on and from what I have seen you can not do it."
16887,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1200,2014-12-28T13:10:00,The Dominion Of The Corn,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22940857#p22940857"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Dominion Of The Corn <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22940842#p22940842"">wrote</a>:</cite>Switzerland accepts, but also hopes that Saudi Arabia and Britain reach a peaceful agreement.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>Britian is now working on British Africa's infrastructure and is making the roads the quality of the roads back in England.</div></blockquote><br/>Switzerland requests that Britain not subject her African subjects to the indignity of driving in the wrong side of the road like in England"
16888,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1200,2014-12-28T13:11:00,Kumbhalgarh,"We tell Afganistan to ally with Britian and Britian offers a millitary agreement. if britian is attacked, Afganistan helps Britian, and if Afghanistan is attacked then Britian flocks to its aid."
16889,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1200,2014-12-28T13:11:00,The Hezbollah Republic,"Troops mobilize to invade Canada. 150.000 Troops arrive at Toronto. Canada accepts<span style=""font-weight: bold"">peaceful</span>annexation into Algeria. A military alliance with Saudi is requested. Roads are improved."
16890,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1200,2014-12-28T13:12:00,The Dominion Of The Corn,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22940866#p22940866"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22940814#p22940814"">wrote</a>:</cite>Britian is starting to lose hope in Saudi Arabia, but still pursues good relations with the Arabs. Britian requests that trade happens between Swiss and British Africa.</div></blockquote><br/>we tell Britain that there answer to the question was a great lie and later you ruind African culture while saying you want to protect it. This has hurt relations very much. In order to be friends again we need a true answer, even if it makes you look bad. A true leader should be able to face issues head on and from what I have seen you can not do it.</div></blockquote><br/>Switzerland points out that Saudi Arabia only seems to care about Britain's African land. This seems to Switzerland to be a ploy for Saudi interest in regional dominance"
16891,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1200,2014-12-28T13:13:00,Kumbhalgarh,"The british prime minister says in a bold statement that, ""I wanted the lands of Africa to increase my Empire, but i have also improved its infrastrucutre, and economy greatly. Now every African child in British Africa goes to school, has a toilet, and has food. Yes Mr. Saudi I did attack the nations for my personal benefit, but now i look forward to the smiles of millions of african children,"" said Mr. Shwetang in a bold statment on Sunday."
16892,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1200,2014-12-28T13:13:00,Kumbhalgarh,Can I regain Canada as a part of my old British colonies?
16893,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1200,2014-12-28T13:14:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Hezbollah Republic <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22940879#p22940879"">wrote</a>:</cite>Troops mobilize to invade Canada. 150.000 Troops arrive at Toronto. Canada accepts <span style=""font-weight: bold"">peaceful</span> annexation into Algeria. A military alliance with Saudi is requested. Roads are improved.</div></blockquote><br/>No. Retconned."
16894,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1200,2014-12-28T13:14:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22940899#p22940899"">wrote</a>:</cite>Can I regain Canada as a part of my old British colonies?</div></blockquote><br/>No."
16895,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1200,2014-12-28T13:14:00,The Hezbollah Republic,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22940899#p22940899"">wrote</a>:</cite>Can I regain Canada as a part of my old British colonies?</div></blockquote><br/>OOC:It's mine now<img alt="":p"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_tongue.gif"" title=""Razz""/>"
16896,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1200,2014-12-28T13:15:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Hezbollah Republic <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22940913#p22940913"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22940899#p22940899"">wrote</a>:</cite>Can I regain Canada as a part of my old British colonies?</div></blockquote><br/>OOC:It's mine now <img alt="":p"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_tongue.gif"" title=""Razz""/></div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>Togeria retconned it."
16897,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1200,2014-12-28T13:15:00,The Dominion Of The Corn,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22940895#p22940895"">wrote</a>:</cite>The british prime minister says in a bold statement that, ""I wanted the lands of Africa to increase my Empire, but i have also improved its infrastrucutre, and economy greatly. Now every African child in British Africa goes to school, has a toilet, and has food. Yes Mr. Saudi I did attack the nations for my personal benefit, but now i look forward to the smiles of millions of african children,"" said Mr. Shwetang in a bold statment on Sunday.</div></blockquote><br/>Switzerland applauds the sentiment expressed by the British and say it reflects their views as well."
16898,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1200,2014-12-28T13:15:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Hezbollah Republic <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22940913#p22940913"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22940899#p22940899"">wrote</a>:</cite>Can I regain Canada as a part of my old British colonies?</div></blockquote><br/>OOC:It's mine now <img alt="":p"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_tongue.gif"" title=""Razz""/></div></blockquote><br/>OOC: No it isn't. Retconned."
16899,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1200,2014-12-28T13:15:00,The Hezbollah Republic,Sorry what does Retconned mean also the OP said Canada is free for the taking.
16900,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1200,2014-12-28T13:16:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22940895#p22940895"">wrote</a>:</cite>The british prime minister says in a bold statement that, ""I wanted the lands of Africa to increase my Empire, but i have also improved its infrastrucutre, and economy greatly. Now every African child in British Africa goes to school, has a toilet, and has food. Yes Mr. Saudi I did attack the nations for my personal benefit, but now i look forward to the smiles of millions of african children,"" said Mr. Shwetang in a bold statment on Sunday.</div></blockquote><br/>Saudi is very impressed with Britain and relations improve we also ask Britain that if people want to live the way they did before your conquests so be it."
16901,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1200,2014-12-28T13:18:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Hezbollah Republic <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22940934#p22940934"">wrote</a>:</cite>Sorry what does Retconned mean also the OP said Canada is free for the taking.</div></blockquote><br/>Never happened, and I'm CO-OP. Canada has a strong military, and is a strong sense of independence. Not only that it's apart on NATO, so you just got into a war with the FSA, Britain, and Germany."
16902,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1200,2014-12-28T13:18:00,The Dominion Of The Corn,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Hezbollah Republic <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22940934#p22940934"">wrote</a>:</cite>Sorry what does Retconned mean also the OP said Canada is free for the taking.</div></blockquote><br/>Retcon means ""retroactive continuity"" or changing something that already happened. He meant that Canada was free to take for a new player, and it would probably be a longer war to take Canada as they are rich, large, and far away"
16903,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1200,2014-12-28T13:19:00,The Hezbollah Republic,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22940962#p22940962"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Hezbollah Republic <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22940934#p22940934"">wrote</a>:</cite>Sorry what does Retconned mean also the OP said Canada is free for the taking.</div></blockquote><br/>Never happened, and I'm CO-OP. Canada has a strong military, and is a strong sense of independence. Not only that it's apart on NATO, so you just got into a war with the FSA, Britain, and Germany.</div></blockquote><br/>Sorry. He did say that Canada is free but I guess it's for new players :/"
16904,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1200,2014-12-28T13:19:00,SECP,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22940871#p22940871"">wrote</a>:</cite>We tell Afganistan to ally with Britian and Britian offers a millitary agreement. if britian is attacked, Afganistan helps Britian, and if Afghanistan is attacked then Britian flocks to its aid.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>We would like to have an alliance Britain and we agree with the terms. May this be a long and happy friendship."
16905,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1200,2014-12-28T13:19:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Dominion Of The Corn <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22940970#p22940970"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Hezbollah Republic <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22940934#p22940934"">wrote</a>:</cite>Sorry what does Retconned mean also the OP said Canada is free for the taking.</div></blockquote><br/>Retcon means ""retroactive continuity"" or changing something that already happened. He meant that Canada was free to take for a new player, and it would probably be a longer war to take Canada as they are rich, large, and far away</div></blockquote><br/>And apart of NATO."
16906,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1200,2014-12-28T13:20:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Hezbollah Republic <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22940981#p22940981"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22940962#p22940962"">wrote</a>:</cite>Never happened, and I'm CO-OP. Canada has a strong military, and is a strong sense of independence. Not only that it's apart on NATO, so you just got into a war with the FSA, Britain, and Germany.</div></blockquote><br/>Sorry. He did say that Canada is free but I guess it's for new players :/</div></blockquote><br/>It's cool.<img alt=""8)"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_cool.gif"" title=""Cool""/>don't let it happen again."
16907,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1200,2014-12-28T13:21:00,Furstia,"OOC:<br/>Map<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i.cubeupload.com/pHmWLt.png"" rel=""nofollow"">http://i.cubeupload.com/pHmWLt.png</a><br/><br/>IC:<br/>Argentina warns the British government about their hipocritical actions. Also, the Foreign Minister has stated that Argentina will be glad to cooperate militarily with Switzerland and Germany if Great Britain insults those nations again."
16908,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1200,2014-12-28T13:22:00,Badassistanian,The king lands in the capital of Britain personally shakes hands with the prime minister(I'm guessing your leader is a prime minister) and offers new trade and alliances.
16909,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1200,2014-12-28T13:22:00,The Hezbollah Republic,"Algeria wishes to buy Israel and Lebanon from Saudi. We are willing to pay any amount. A flux of Algerian citizens move to Lebanon and Israel so they can stage<span style=""font-weight: bold"">PEACEFUL</span>protests and accept annexation into Algeria"
16910,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1200,2014-12-28T13:23:00,The Hezbollah Republic,"<blockquote><div><cite>Furstia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22940996#p22940996"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC:<br/>Map<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i.cubeupload.com/pHmWLt.png"" rel=""nofollow"">http://i.cubeupload.com/pHmWLt.png</a><br/><br/>IC:<br/>Argentina warns the British government about their hipocritical actions. Also, the Foreign Minister has stated that Argentina will be glad to cooperate militarily with Switzerland and Germany if Great Britain insults those nations again.</div></blockquote><br/>I have chad<img alt="":p"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_tongue.gif"" title=""Razz""/>"
16911,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1200,2014-12-28T13:24:00,Togeria,"Germany now seeks to expand into Costa Rica, and Nicaragua."
16912,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1225,2014-12-28T13:24:00,Badassistanian,Saudi wishes to take Libya in order to link Tunisia to the mainland. We ask the international community if such an act is justified.
16913,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1225,2014-12-28T13:25:00,Gyrenaica,"The FSA invites Britain<span style=""font-size: 50%; line-height: 116%;"">and Russia</span>to a join invasion of Canada.<img alt="":p"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_tongue.gif"" title=""Razz""/>"
16914,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1225,2014-12-28T13:26:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Furstia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22940996#p22940996"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC:<br/>Map<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i.cubeupload.com/pHmWLt.png"" rel=""nofollow"">http://i.cubeupload.com/pHmWLt.png</a><br/><br/>IC:<br/>Argentina warns the British government about their hipocritical actions. Also, the Foreign Minister has stated that Argentina will be glad to cooperate militarily with Switzerland and Germany if Great Britain insults those nations again.</div></blockquote><br/>On the future be prepared to add all of Central America to Germany. I have claim on those lands."
16915,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1225,2014-12-28T13:27:00,Badassistanian,Surprisingly in a turn of events Libya has come to Saudi saying civil wars and such are destroying there country and wish to join us. We accept.
16916,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1225,2014-12-28T13:27:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22941030#p22941030"">wrote</a>:</cite>Saudi wishes to take Libya in order to link Tunisia to the mainland. We ask the international community if such an act is justified.</div></blockquote><br/>Germany believes enough land has been taken from Africa, and that Saudi should seek to build relations with Libya."
16917,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1225,2014-12-28T13:27:00,The Dominion Of The Corn,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22941030#p22941030"">wrote</a>:</cite>Saudi wishes to take Libya in order to link Tunisia to the mainland. We ask the international community if such an act is justified.</div></blockquote><br/>Switzerland approves"
16918,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1225,2014-12-28T13:28:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22941055#p22941055"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22941030#p22941030"">wrote</a>:</cite>Saudi wishes to take Libya in order to link Tunisia to the mainland. We ask the international community if such an act is justified.</div></blockquote><br/>Germany believes enough land has been taken from Africa, and that Saudi should seek to build relations with Libya.</div></blockquote><br/>they have come to us this time brother"
16919,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1225,2014-12-28T13:28:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Gyrenaica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22941036#p22941036"">wrote</a>:</cite>The FSA invites Britain <span style=""font-size: 50%; line-height: 116%;"">and Russia</span> to a join invasion of Canada. <img alt="":p"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_tongue.gif"" title=""Razz""/></div></blockquote><br/>Germany will not allow this to happen, and is prepared to fight the small nation for Canada's independence."
16920,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1225,2014-12-28T13:29:00,Badassistanian,Libya is incorporated Into the Saudi empire. Troops go in and quell the civil wars.
16921,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1225,2014-12-28T13:31:00,The Hezbollah Republic,Protests are staged in Lebanon and Israel. Riots also happen in Tel Aviv and Beirut. Soldiers from Cyprus begin to peacefully fly supplies in and out of these two countries. A new airline called AlgeriaConnect (AC) is started. With a fleet of 4 A319 and 2 787 Dreamliners we can do both Long Haul and short haul flights. Tell us if your nation would like to be flown to.
16922,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1225,2014-12-28T13:32:00,Furstia,"IC:<br/>Argentina sends diplomats to Cuba, seeking a peaceful integration of that country to Argentina."
16923,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1225,2014-12-28T13:33:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22941008#p22941008"">wrote</a>:</cite>The king lands in the capital of Britain personally shakes hands with the prime minister(I'm guessing your leader is a prime minister) and offers new trade and alliances.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>We agree."
16924,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1225,2014-12-28T13:34:00,Togeria,"Germany has sent a force of 100,000 into Costa Rica which is in hold, as now it's in the process of sieging all of Central America."
16925,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1225,2014-12-28T13:34:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Gyrenaica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22941036#p22941036"">wrote</a>:</cite>The FSA invites Britain <span style=""font-size: 50%; line-height: 116%;"">and Russia</span> to a join invasion of Canada. <img alt="":p"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_tongue.gif"" title=""Razz""/></div></blockquote><br/><br/>We tell FSA that Canada may be best left alone."
16926,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1225,2014-12-28T13:37:00,Furstia,"IC:<br/>The Cuban Government relinquishes sovereignty of the island to Argentina. Cuba is annexed.<br/><br/>OOC<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i.cubeupload.com/AmhW6g.png"" rel=""nofollow"">http://i.cubeupload.com/AmhW6g.png</a>"
16927,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1225,2014-12-28T13:38:00,Togeria,"12,000 have died mainly from disease, but have succeeded in pushing into Honduras. As amphibious Panzers are sent, along with attack choppers."
16928,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1225,2014-12-28T13:39:00,Kumbhalgarh,"Britian fully develops its eocnomy in Africa, Belgium, and all of its colonies. It commisions the building of 3,000 new hospitals across British Europe, and 3,000 more in british Africa. Huge skyscrapers are built in British Africa."
16929,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1225,2014-12-28T13:39:00,Furstia,"OOC:<br/>The war with Japan is not over yet, or, is it?"
16930,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1225,2014-12-28T13:40:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Furstia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22941165#p22941165"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC:<br/>The war with Japan is not over yet, or, is it?</div></blockquote><br/>Nope. Just waiting for them to get back on."
16931,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1225,2014-12-28T13:41:00,The Hezbollah Republic,150.000 Troops invade Nigeria with 45.000 KIA. Nigeria accepts annexation into Algeria although with heavy resistance.<br/><br/>Our empire consists of<br/><br/>Algeria<br/>Chad<br/>Cyprus<br/>Niger<br/>Nigeria
16932,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1225,2014-12-28T13:41:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Furstia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22941165#p22941165"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC:<br/>The war with Japan is not over yet, or, is it?</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>I dont know India's rekt for sure.<br/><br/>IC: Britian pursues better relations with Argentina, and Briitan gdp is now growing at 11% per quarter. One British Sterling Pound = 15 Soviet Rubles. The pound has become a staple currency around the world, and is now accepted in every nation."
16933,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1225,2014-12-28T13:41:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Hezbollah Republic <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22941190#p22941190"">wrote</a>:</cite>150.000 Troops invade Nigeria with 45.000 KIA. Nigeria accepts annexation into Algeria although with heavy resistance. <br/><br/>Our empire consists of<br/><br/>Algeria<br/>Chad<br/>Cyprus<br/>Niger<br/>Nigeria</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>Britian Tells Algeria that Africa must now be left in peace."
16934,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1225,2014-12-28T13:43:00,Badassistanian,Occ: wow only 3 free African countrys left
16935,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1225,2014-12-28T13:44:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22941209#p22941209"">wrote</a>:</cite>Occ: wow only 3 free African countrys left</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>Must be left for new players, I guess. No more expansion for any nation."
16936,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1225,2014-12-28T13:45:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22941216#p22941216"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22941209#p22941209"">wrote</a>:</cite>Occ: wow only 3 free African countrys left</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>Must be left for new players, I guess. No more expansion for any nation.</div></blockquote><br/>Saudi will find a way, trust me"
16937,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1250,2014-12-28T13:46:00,Kumbhalgarh,"Britian works even harder on its economy, and become the richest nation in the world<br/><br/>Top 5 richest, and developped nations<br/><br/>1. British Empire<br/>2. Soviet Union<br/>3 The Fourth Reich<br/>4. Switzerland<br/>5. Saudi Arabia."
16938,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1250,2014-12-28T13:47:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22941221#p22941221"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22941216#p22941216"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><br/>Must be left for new players, I guess. No more expansion for any nation.</div></blockquote><br/>Saudi will find a way, trust me</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>No don't please. We have room for new players."
16939,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1250,2014-12-28T13:48:00,The Hezbollah Republic,Let's just wage war and take land that way.
16940,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1250,2014-12-28T13:48:00,Kumbhalgarh,Britian begins to build more millitary bases internationally. British infrastructure grows.
16941,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1250,2014-12-28T13:48:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Hezbollah Republic <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22941241#p22941241"">wrote</a>:</cite>Let's just wage war and take land that way.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>Fine I'll take the remaining 3 african nations. Dibs on Somalia."
16942,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1250,2014-12-28T13:51:00,Furstia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22941245#p22941245"">wrote</a>:</cite>Britian begins to build more millitary bases internationally. British infrastructure grows.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i.cubeupload.com/0kUnNY.png"" rel=""nofollow"">http://i.cubeupload.com/0kUnNY.png</a><br/><br/>What's you definition of ""internationally"", Kumb?. I will not allow foreign military bases in my territory, that's for sure.<br/><br/>IC:<br/>Argentina accepts Great Britain's offer of amiable relations."
16943,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1250,2014-12-28T13:52:00,Togeria,"Germany has conquered all of Central America though 43,000 have died as a result from enemy guerrilla warfare and disease, Germany now works on developing these countries, and stabilizing its empire. Education is key, as the electronic industry is now being lead by Germany, they now work on how to improve the phone, and German cars are going through strict regulation to develop the best car in the world. Germany now seeks to become the strongest financially."
16944,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1250,2014-12-28T13:53:00,Kumbhalgarh,"OOC: If you have objection with this let me know, You can retcon it.<br/><br/><br/>IC: The British army exploded into Somalia, and began to invade the nation. 12,000 British men immeditelay died as they were hit by Al-Shabab Resistance. Britian began to rework its strategy, and move on to Al-Shabab bases pushing Al-shabab back, but fighting the army of Somalia as the same time. 15,000 More men died. Britian fought hard, and bombed many Somalian Bases, but only got control of Southern Somalia"
16945,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1250,2014-12-28T13:54:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22941293#p22941293"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: If you have objection with this let me know, You can retcon it.<br/><br/><br/>IC: The British army exploded into Somalia, and began to invade the nation. 12,000 British men immeditelay died as they were hit by Al-Shabab Resistance. Britian began to rework its strategy, and move on to Al-Shabab bases pushing Al-shabab back, but fighting the army of Somalia as the same time. 15,000 More men died. Britian fought hard, and bombed many Somalian Bases, but only got control of Southern Somalia</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: Acceptable."
16946,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1250,2014-12-28T13:56:00,Furstia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22941283#p22941283"">wrote</a>:</cite>Germany has conquered all of Central America though 43,000 have died as a result from enemy guerrilla warfare and disease, Germany now works on developing these countries, and stabilizing its empire. Education is key, as the electronic industry is now being lead by Germany, they now work on how to improve the phone, and German cars are going through strict regulation to develop the best car in the world. Germany now seeks to become the strongest financially.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC:<br/>Does that include the Caribbean islands?"
16947,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1250,2014-12-28T13:57:00,Kumbhalgarh,"British destroyers made the Somalian Navy busy while the Army, and Airforce continued to push forward. British men were shot down, and killled although they got back in the game, and gave a solid response. The Briitsh Tanks blastes many Somalian Posistions, and the Somalia's last hope the Al-Dunyati machine gun outpost was taken over. The blooddy british army refilled its supplies, and lost about 3,000 KIA. They did not give hope although the Briitsh morale was down. A cheer was raised as a bottle of beer was shared in the camp, but the British camp was set to fire by locals. An angry British response was clearly shown in its air raids as it destoryed the Somalian Capital. 2,000 British Men sneaked into the capital, and took over the streets, backed up by Briitsh navy, and airforce. Somalia was annexed<br/><br/>Total Kia: 40,000."
16948,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1250,2014-12-28T13:59:00,Kumbhalgarh,"Britian strives to be the top economical nation, and increaes Natural Gas, Gold, Coal, and Cacao output. Infrastrucutre, and Economy are better built, and The British News Channel: BBC is formed."
16949,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1250,2014-12-28T14:00:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Furstia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22941312#p22941312"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22941283#p22941283"">wrote</a>:</cite>Germany has conquered all of Central America though 43,000 have died as a result from enemy guerrilla warfare and disease, Germany now works on developing these countries, and stabilizing its empire. Education is key, as the electronic industry is now being lead by Germany, they now work on how to improve the phone, and German cars are going through strict regulation to develop the best car in the world. Germany now seeks to become the strongest financially.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC:<br/>Does that include the Caribbean islands?</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: Sure."
16950,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1250,2014-12-28T14:01:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Furstia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22941274#p22941274"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22941245#p22941245"">wrote</a>:</cite>Britian begins to build more millitary bases internationally. British infrastructure grows.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i.cubeupload.com/0kUnNY.png"" rel=""nofollow"">http://i.cubeupload.com/0kUnNY.png</a><br/><br/>What's you definition of ""internationally"", Kumb?. I will not allow foreign military bases in my territory, that's for sure. <br/><br/>IC:<br/>Argentina accepts Great Britain's offer of amiable relations.</div></blockquote><br/>occ: the map is so colorful"
16951,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1250,2014-12-28T14:02:00,Kumbhalgarh,"Britian begins to elaborate on Education and Economy. British Cacao is the best in the world, and Britian leads the weapons industry."
16952,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1250,2014-12-28T14:02:00,Kumbhalgarh,OOC: Add Somalia to my nation.
16953,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1250,2014-12-28T14:03:00,Badassistanian,"Seeing Africa completely fall to imperialist powers 200,000 soldiers enter Ethiopia and begin to hit there defensives hard."
16954,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1250,2014-12-28T14:03:00,The Dominion Of The Corn,"<blockquote><div><cite>Furstia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22941274#p22941274"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22941245#p22941245"">wrote</a>:</cite>Britian begins to build more millitary bases internationally. British infrastructure grows.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i.cubeupload.com/0kUnNY.png"" rel=""nofollow"">http://i.cubeupload.com/0kUnNY.png</a><br/><br/>What's you definition of ""internationally"", Kumb?. I will not allow foreign military bases in my territory, that's for sure. <br/><br/>IC:<br/>Argentina accepts Great Britain's offer of amiable relations.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: I control Sardinia"
16955,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1250,2014-12-28T14:05:00,Badassistanian,"Tanks roll into Ethiopia and attack choppers provide air support. The defensive us smashed and we march towards the capital 20,000 men are lost"
16956,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1250,2014-12-28T14:05:00,Kumbhalgarh,Britian now has the most land in Africa.
16957,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1250,2014-12-28T14:05:00,Togeria,"Germany begins to improve on its electric output, as it looks for greenier ways for energy, in Italy it build dams to allow hydro electric energy, and in Germany itself it builds wind farms.<br/><br/>Germany also increases its military. As to dissuade any nation into attacking it, as it has one of the top militaries."
16958,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1250,2014-12-28T14:05:00,Kumbhalgarh,Britian Now announces that Africa is completely Annexed.
16959,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1250,2014-12-28T14:06:00,Kumbhalgarh,"Britian works on its millitary, and maintains the 2nd strongest army position in the world. 15 New destroyers are bought."
16960,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1250,2014-12-28T14:06:00,Furstia,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Dominion Of The Corn <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22941382#p22941382"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: I control Sardinia</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC:<br/>Germany, does he owns Sardinia? Just checking to be sure.<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i.cubeupload.com/wiDDTH.png"" rel=""nofollow"">http://i.cubeupload.com/wiDDTH.png</a>"
16961,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1250,2014-12-28T14:06:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Furstia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22941418#p22941418"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Dominion Of The Corn <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22941382#p22941382"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: I control Sardinia</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC:<br/>Germany, does he owns Sardinia? Just checking to be sure.<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i.cubeupload.com/wiDDTH.png"" rel=""nofollow"">http://i.cubeupload.com/wiDDTH.png</a></div></blockquote><br/>Yes."
16962,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1275,2014-12-28T14:08:00,The Hezbollah Republic,Greener energy is now the priority for Algeria.
16963,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1275,2014-12-28T14:08:00,Furstia,"Swiss Sardinia it is then<img alt="":p"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_tongue.gif"" title=""Razz""/><br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i.cubeupload.com/5GHf4q.png"" rel=""nofollow"">http://i.cubeupload.com/5GHf4q.png</a>"
16964,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1275,2014-12-28T14:08:00,Badassistanian,The Ethiopian president surrenders the country to Saudi.
16965,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1275,2014-12-28T14:11:00,Togeria,"Germany sets defenses in all its territory, so no nation tries to attack the Reich. Germany makes millions from sales in the Caribbean an Central America, as the canal is a cash cow."
16966,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1275,2014-12-28T14:13:00,Badassistanian,"<blockquote><div><cite>Furstia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22941445#p22941445"">wrote</a>:</cite>Swiss Sardinia it is then <img alt="":p"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_tongue.gif"" title=""Razz""/> <br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i.cubeupload.com/5GHf4q.png"" rel=""nofollow"">http://i.cubeupload.com/5GHf4q.png</a></div></blockquote><br/>I have etheopia."
16967,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1275,2014-12-28T14:15:00,Furstia,"OOC;<br/>Update.<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i.cubeupload.com/vVeEl3.png"" rel=""nofollow"">http://i.cubeupload.com/vVeEl3.png</a><br/><br/>I'll go now, I'll be back later."
16968,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1275,2014-12-28T14:35:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,We mobilise our forces to invade northern Pakistan. It falls with 900 casualties.
16969,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1275,2014-12-28T14:37:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,The wrecked due to strategical nuking Japanese Manchurian Army is destroyed even further by cruise missiles. More troops are sent to Vladivostok.<br/><br/>It is now 2002.
16970,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1275,2014-12-28T14:49:00,The Hezbollah Republic,"We demand that Russia<span style=""font-weight: bold"">stop</span>the nukes as they are killing innocent people. Russia is still declared<span style=""color: #00BFFF"">Friendly</span>. Japanese citizens are all exported on a AlgeriaConnect 787 Dreamliner. Japanese citizens are given temporary citizenship even though Japan is declared Neutral All Japs are given jobs. We are taking a peaceful approach to this war."
16971,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1275,2014-12-28T14:54:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"We say the Manchurian Army was advancing on Vladivostok, and we did not want a situation like at Taipei."
16972,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1275,2014-12-28T14:56:00,The Hezbollah Republic,"Algeria would like to lead a joint expedition to Antarctica. We invite all nations of the world to join us on one condition.<span style=""font-weight: bold"">NO ONE</span>will annex Antarctica. We would meet in Algeria and then fly to Antarctica on one of AlgeriaConnect's planes. A runway is being built in Antarctica. Protests continue in Israel and Lebanon."
16973,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1275,2014-12-28T14:58:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Hezbollah Republic <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22941933#p22941933"">wrote</a>:</cite>Algeria would like to lead a joint expedition to Antarctica. We invite all nations of the world to join us on one condition. <span style=""font-weight: bold"">NO ONE</span> will annex Antarctica. We would meet in Algeria and then fly to Antarctica on one of AlgeriaConnect's planes. A runway is being built in Antarctica. Protests continue in Israel and Lebanon.</div></blockquote><br/>We say we will join, and enforce a Antarctic treaty if one is made.<br/>We suggest a treaty to make it so nobody can claim the Antarctic."
16974,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1275,2014-12-28T14:59:00,SECP,"With India falling and the soviets moving in onto them from the south, Afghanistan announces a peaceful march into Pakistan's northern part along the march of 20,000 soldiers and some 200 tanks they reach city after city rejoicing in this ""liberation"". But shots were fired when ex-Mujahideen scouts reached Islamabad and some part of an Indian army was guarded up there. When the rest of the AAF got there there was a pretty much a same picture of Mujahideen attacking a city, but the AAF called off the Mujahideen and sent them to take Gilgit and the rest of the north."
16975,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1275,2014-12-28T15:05:00,SECP,We ask if the Soviets what to help take Islamabad and in return they govern the souther part of the city.
16976,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1275,2014-12-28T15:07:00,Nogay Islamic Empire,"The Soviet Union, the President said that we should make peace with the Soviet Union, if you want."
16977,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1275,2014-12-28T15:07:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"Lets let India respond first, godmodding isn't cool.<br/>We make more nuclear power plants and wind farms out at sea.<br/>We upgrade our railways and our economy boosts to become<span style=""color: #00FF00"">Very High</span>"
16978,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1275,2014-12-28T15:08:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nogay Islamic Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22942028#p22942028"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Soviet Union, the President said that we should make peace with the Soviet Union, if you want.</div></blockquote><br/>We say Turkey can stay independent, and we don't care anymore."
16979,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1275,2014-12-28T15:11:00,SECP,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22942037#p22942037"">wrote</a>:</cite>Lets let India respond first, godmodding isn't cool.<br/>We make more nuclear power plants and wind farms out at sea.<br/>We upgrade our railways and our economy boosts to become<span style=""color: #00FF00"">Very High</span></div></blockquote><br/><br/>Ah ok I saw every one declaring war on India a couple of pages back. So two things came to mind one he's not playing any more so everyone is landgrabbing and that HEY Afghanistan can grow a little."
16980,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1275,2014-12-28T15:15:00,Nogay Islamic Empire,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">BREAKING NEWS</span><br/><br/>President Ackerman, has built a nuclear plant, improve the quality of education, military, and economic. during this turkey is always trapped in the war.<br/><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Leader of the Soviet Union<br/>From: Leader of Republic Turkey<br/><br/>if I may ask for military aid, such as, officers train new soldiers, weapons, and military equipment.</blockquote>"
16981,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1275,2014-12-28T15:15:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>SECP <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22942083#p22942083"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22942037#p22942037"">wrote</a>:</cite>Lets let India respond first, godmodding isn't cool.<br/>We make more nuclear power plants and wind farms out at sea.<br/>We upgrade our railways and our economy boosts to become<span style=""color: #00FF00"">Very High</span></div></blockquote><br/><br/>Ah ok I saw every one declaring war on India a couple of pages back. So two things came to mind one he's not playing any more so everyone is landgrabbing and that HEY Afghanistan can grow a little.</div></blockquote><br/>He's not playing?<br/>How do you know?"
16982,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1275,2014-12-28T15:19:00,SECP,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22942144#p22942144"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>SECP <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22942083#p22942083"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Ah ok I saw every one declaring war on India a couple of pages back. So two things came to mind one he's not playing any more so everyone is landgrabbing and that HEY Afghanistan can grow a little.</div></blockquote><br/>He's not playing?<br/>How do you know?</div></blockquote><br/><br/>No, I was guessing."
16983,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1275,2014-12-28T15:20:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>SECP <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22942175#p22942175"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22942144#p22942144"">wrote</a>:</cite>He's not playing?<br/>How do you know?</div></blockquote><br/><br/>No, I was guessing.</div></blockquote><br/>I don't think so."
16984,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1275,2014-12-28T15:29:00,Gyrenaica,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22941069#p22941069"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Gyrenaica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22941036#p22941036"">wrote</a>:</cite>The FSA invites Britain <span style=""font-size: 50%; line-height: 116%;"">and Russia</span> to a join invasion of Canada. <img alt="":p"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_tongue.gif"" title=""Razz""/></div></blockquote><br/>Germany will not allow this to happen, and is prepared to fight the small nation for Canada's independence.</div></blockquote><br/>I was joking"
16985,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1275,2014-12-28T15:33:00,The Hezbollah Republic,Dead?
16986,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1275,2014-12-28T15:37:00,Gyrenaica,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Hezbollah Republic <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22942320#p22942320"">wrote</a>:</cite>Dead?</div></blockquote><br/>Erm. Idk... Mebbe"
16987,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1300,2014-12-28T15:50:00,Great Britain and Belgium,"The Canadian President obeyed the Parliament's vote in 1993 to keep the country neutral in all of the affairs in the world and remain mostly isolated. However a new vote has took place in the Senate in Ottawa and the President wishes to invite the leader of the United Kingdom to a visit to Canada,"
16988,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1300,2014-12-28T16:18:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,GB&B is reinstated as Canada.<br/>We establish a militay base in northern Hokkaido.
16989,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1300,2014-12-28T16:30:00,The Hezbollah Republic,"Britain and FSA are declared<span style=""color: #FF0000"">unfriendly</span>. Ties are strengthened with the Soviet Union,Saudi,the Swiss and Germany. Canada is declared<span style=""color: #004040"">neutral</span>.<br/>We warn Canada to stay away from the Brits as their main intention is to steal land. Protests are staged in the UK. If tear gas is thrown at the protests Algeria will support the protesters by giving them small handguns to make the UK fall into anarchy. More protests are staged in Lebanon, Bekka Valley and Israel, Tel Aviv"
16990,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1300,2014-12-28T16:44:00,Great Britain and Belgium,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Hezbollah Republic <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22942894#p22942894"">wrote</a>:</cite>Britain and FSA are declared <span style=""color: #FF0000"">unfriendly</span>. Ties are strengthened with the Soviet Union,Saudi,the Swiss and Germany. Canada is declared <span style=""color: #004040"">neutral</span>.<br/>We warn Canada to stay away from the Brits as their main intention is to steal land. Protests are staged in the UK. If tear gas is thrown at the protests Algeria will support the protesters by giving them small handguns to make the UK fall into anarchy. More protests are staged in Lebanon, Bekka Valley and Israel, Tel Aviv</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The President retracts the invite to the UK and instead would like to ask Argentina if they are willing to build a strong politico-economic relationship with Canada,"
16991,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1300,2014-12-28T17:09:00,The Hezbollah Republic,Bump
16992,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1300,2014-12-28T17:09:00,Furstia,"OOC:<br/>Map updated.<br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i.cubeupload.com/81k7hU.png"" rel=""nofollow"">http://i.cubeupload.com/81k7hU.png</a><br/><br/>IC:<br/>The Argentine Government gladly accepts the offer of Canada."
16993,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1300,2014-12-28T17:15:00,Great Britain and Belgium,The Canadian government is delighted to hear that the Argentines have accepted their offer. The President also wishes to discuss with the Russia the possibility of Canada purchasing Greenland.
16994,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1300,2014-12-28T17:18:00,The Hezbollah Republic,"""Lebanon is in anarchy"" said a recent article released on the International newspaper. We request to trade with Canada and also forge a military alliance. 70.000 men march into Benin to keep the UK out In the future.<br/><br/>Nations<br/>Red stands for enemy Blue stands for friendly<br/><br/><span style=""color: #0000FF"">Swiss</span><br/><span style=""color: #0000FF"">Germany</span><br/><span style=""color: #0000FF"">Russia</span><br/><span style=""color: #0000FF"">Canada</span><br/><span style=""color: #0000FF"">Argentina</span><br/><span style=""color: #FF0000"">India</span><br/><span style=""color: #FF0000"">Japan</span><br/><span style=""color: #FF0000"">UK</span><br/><span style=""color: #0000FF"">Turkey</span><br/><span style=""color: #0000FF"">China</span><br/><span style=""color: #0000FF"">Afghanistan</span><br/><span style=""color: #FF0000"">FSA</span>"
16995,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1300,2014-12-28T17:21:00,Great Britain and Belgium,Canada accepts a trade alliance with Algeria. Will the military alliance involve mutual defence?
16996,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1300,2014-12-28T17:22:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"We ask Algeria to become better allies, as we are both communist nations."
16997,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1300,2014-12-28T17:22:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Great Britain and Belgium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22943424#p22943424"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Canadian government is delighted to hear that the Argentines have accepted their offer. The President also wishes to discuss with the Russia the possibility of Canada purchasing Greenland.</div></blockquote><br/>We refuse this."
16998,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1300,2014-12-28T17:32:00,The Hezbollah Republic,"<blockquote><div><cite>Great Britain and Belgium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22943495#p22943495"">wrote</a>:</cite>Canada accepts a trade alliance with Lebanon. Will the military alliance involve mutual defence?</div></blockquote><br/>OOC:We are Algeria we are just saying stuff about Lebanon<img alt="":p"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_tongue.gif"" title=""Razz""/><br/><br/>IC:We agree with the Soviet Union. If we start war on the British will you join us? Me and you could gain some MAJOR land."
16999,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1300,2014-12-28T17:35:00,Great Britain and Belgium,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22943522#p22943522"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Great Britain and Belgium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22943424#p22943424"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Canadian government is delighted to hear that the Argentines have accepted their offer. The President also wishes to discuss with the Russia the possibility of Canada purchasing Greenland.</div></blockquote><br/>We refuse this.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The President wishes to know why and if possible sit down with the Russian leader to discuss this.<br/><br/>We would be willing to join a war with the British but we wish to know the reasoning for a war and of course the Senate would have to vote on us going to war."
17000,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1300,2014-12-28T17:37:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Great Britain and Belgium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22943672#p22943672"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22943522#p22943522"">wrote</a>:</cite>We refuse this.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The President wishes to know why and if possible sit down with the Russian leader to discuss this.<br/><br/>We would be willing to join a war with the British but we wish to know the reasoning for a war and of course the Senate would have to vote on us going to war.</div></blockquote><br/>We say we want to keep Alaska, and would stay neutral if war was declared on Britain."
17001,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1300,2014-12-28T17:40:00,Great Britain and Belgium,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22943691#p22943691"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Great Britain and Belgium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22943672#p22943672"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>The President wishes to know why and if possible sit down with the Russian leader to discuss this.<br/><br/>We would be willing to join a war with the British but we wish to know the reasoning for a war and of course the Senate would have to vote on us going to war.</div></blockquote><br/>We say we want to keep Alaska, and would stay neutral if war was declared on Britain.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Russia would be able to keep Alaska. Russia's possession of Alaska would only come under threat if relations between our two states reached dangerous levels. All we ask for is Greenland."
17002,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1300,2014-12-28T17:49:00,Gyrenaica,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Hezbollah Republic <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22942894#p22942894"">wrote</a>:</cite>Britain and FSA are declared <span style=""color: #FF0000"">unfriendly</span>. Ties are strengthened with the Soviet Union,Saudi,the Swiss and Germany. Canada is declared <span style=""color: #004040"">neutral</span>.<br/>We warn Canada to stay away from the Brits as their main intention is to steal land. Protests are staged in the UK. If tear gas is thrown at the protests Algeria will support the protesters by giving them small handguns to make the UK fall into anarchy. More protests are staged in Lebanon, Bekka Valley and Israel, Tel Aviv</div></blockquote><br/>Why man?"
17003,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1300,2014-12-28T17:49:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Great Britain and Belgium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22943722#p22943722"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22943691#p22943691"">wrote</a>:</cite>We say we want to keep Alaska, and would stay neutral if war was declared on Britain.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Russia would be able to keep Alaska. Russia's possession of Alaska would only come under threat if relations between our two states reached dangerous levels. All we ask for is Greenland.</div></blockquote><br/>Still no."
17004,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1300,2014-12-28T17:52:00,Great Britain and Belgium,"If that is Russia's final decision then it will stand. However, Greenland will become apart of Canada through whatever actions that need to be took. We still however wish to keep close relations with Russia."
17005,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1300,2014-12-28T17:56:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Great Britain and Belgium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22943818#p22943818"">wrote</a>:</cite>If that is Russia's final decision then it will stand. However, Greenland will become apart of Canada through whatever actions that need to be took. We still however wish to keep close relations with Russia.</div></blockquote><br/>We say you cannot take Greenland"
17006,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1300,2014-12-28T17:59:00,Great Britain and Belgium,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22943850#p22943850"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Great Britain and Belgium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22943818#p22943818"">wrote</a>:</cite>If that is Russia's final decision then it will stand. However, Greenland will become apart of Canada through whatever actions that need to be took. We still however wish to keep close relations with Russia.</div></blockquote><br/>We say you cannot take Greenland</div></blockquote><br/><br/>As we said before your decision will stand but Greenland will become apart of Canada through whatever means needed. Whether it be diplomacy or conflict."
17007,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1300,2014-12-28T18:04:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Great Britain and Belgium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22943871#p22943871"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22943850#p22943850"">wrote</a>:</cite>We say you cannot take Greenland</div></blockquote><br/><br/>As we said before your decision will stand but Greenland will become apart of Canada through whatever means needed. Whether it be diplomacy or conflict.</div></blockquote><br/>We say if you use conflict you will lose."
17008,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1300,2014-12-28T18:06:00,Great Britain and Belgium,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22943909#p22943909"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Great Britain and Belgium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22943871#p22943871"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>As we said before your decision will stand but Greenland will become apart of Canada through whatever means needed. Whether it be diplomacy or conflict.</div></blockquote><br/>We say if you use conflict you will lose.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Do not be so sure. If we fail to get Greenland then our sights turn to Iceland and Europe."
17009,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1300,2014-12-28T18:07:00,Great Britain and Belgium,"<blockquote><div><cite>Great Britain and Belgium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22943925#p22943925"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22943909#p22943909"">wrote</a>:</cite>We say if you use conflict you will lose.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Do not be so sure. If we fail to get Greenland then our sights turn to Iceland and Europe or the remaining area of North America.</div></blockquote>"
17010,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1300,2014-12-28T18:23:00,The Hezbollah Republic,Yes this treaty would include mutual defense but we also have a treaty with the Soviet Union. Algeria wishes to buy the state of Minnesota from FSA. We are not declaring war on the British we are just asking. UK is falling into anarchy with murder rates at a new high.
17011,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1300,2014-12-28T18:27:00,Great Britain and Belgium,Canada accepts the military alliance with Algeria.
17012,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1325,2014-12-28T18:27:00,Furstia,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Hezbollah Republic <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22944054#p22944054"">wrote</a>:</cite>Yes this treaty would include mutual defense but we also have a treaty with the Soviet Union. Algeria wishes to buy the state of Minnesota from FSA. We are not declaring war on the British we are just asking. UK is falling into anarchy with murder rates at a new high.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Godmodding, you can't handle what happens in the UK. You just control Algeria."
17013,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1325,2014-12-28T18:32:00,The Hezbollah Republic,"<blockquote><div><cite>Furstia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22944083#p22944083"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Hezbollah Republic <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22944054#p22944054"">wrote</a>:</cite>Yes this treaty would include mutual defense but we also have a treaty with the Soviet Union. Algeria wishes to buy the state of Minnesota from FSA. We are not declaring war on the British we are just asking. UK is falling into anarchy with murder rates at a new high.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Godmodding, you can't handle what happens in the UK. You just control Algeria.</div></blockquote><br/>Ok I'm sorry take back all the posts reporting on what's happening"
17014,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1325,2014-12-28T18:36:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Great Britain and Belgium <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22943925#p22943925"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22943909#p22943909"">wrote</a>:</cite>We say if you use conflict you will lose.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Do not be so sure. If we fail to get Greenland then our sights turn to Iceland and Europe.</div></blockquote><br/>We say DO NOT try to take our land."
17015,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1325,2014-12-28T18:43:00,Nogay Islamic Empire,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">BREAKING NEWS</span><br/><br/>President Ackerman, declared war on Britain, and do Embargo Economics, General Carville has combined forces with allies Algeria"
17016,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1325,2014-12-28T18:47:00,The Hezbollah Republic,"30.000 Men march into Benin encase war breaks out. Any nation wishing to declare war on us will be met with an iron fist. 3 Destroyers circle around Ireland. Algeria wishes the the British return to Europe as they are making life in Africa<span style=""font-weight: bold"">worse</span>."
17017,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1325,2014-12-28T18:48:00,The Hezbollah Republic,"We invite the Swiss,Russia and Saudi to join the war. We also invite Canada to make a move on British American claims."
17018,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1325,2014-12-28T18:53:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,LET KUMB REPLY. Sheesh...
17019,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1325,2014-12-28T18:54:00,Nogay Islamic Empire,"Turkish Air Force, has been bombarded Dublin, according to the Turkish air force commander, the target is the civil construction, military, and government. while navy led by Admiral Muhammad Robert Bingham. Turkish warships had joined Algeria"
17020,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1325,2014-12-28T18:56:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,Let. Kumb. Reply.
17021,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1325,2014-12-28T19:10:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,We sre one of the most technologcsl advabced nations.
17022,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1325,2014-12-28T19:34:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,Bump
17023,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1325,2014-12-28T19:45:00,Togeria,"Germany remains neutral for now, but trade with Britain slows."
17024,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1325,2014-12-28T20:00:00,Gyrenaica,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Hezbollah Republic <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22944054#p22944054"">wrote</a>:</cite>Yes this treaty would include mutual defense but we also have a treaty with the Soviet Union. Algeria wishes to buy the state of Minnesota from FSA. We are not declaring war on the British we are just asking. UK is falling into anarchy with murder rates at a new high.</div></blockquote><br/>Sorry but no"
17025,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1325,2014-12-28T20:15:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Gyrenaica <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22944966#p22944966"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Hezbollah Republic <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22944054#p22944054"">wrote</a>:</cite>Yes this treaty would include mutual defense but we also have a treaty with the Soviet Union. Algeria wishes to buy the state of Minnesota from FSA. We are not declaring war on the British we are just asking. UK is falling into anarchy with murder rates at a new high.</div></blockquote><br/>Sorry but no</div></blockquote><br/>^ that is crazy of Algeria."
17026,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1325,2014-12-28T20:27:00,SECP,"OOC:See you guys theirs one problem some time back me (Afghanistan) and Britain made an alliance to guard each others back, but I know if I join I'll probably get tromped by USSR but what the hell...<br/><br/>IC: Afghanistan hearing of war being declared on Britain, so we pull all our troops out of Indian land. Our troops man the borders. We quickly dig the Mountains into giant bunkers. We now say to all nations involved in the hostilities with Britain please stop, we don't what to go to war with any of you we get along with you, but we will protect our (only) ally."
17027,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1325,2014-12-28T20:38:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>SECP <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22945241#p22945241"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC:See you guys theirs one problem some time back me (Afghanistan) and Britain made an alliance to guard each others back, but I know if I join I'll probably get tromped by USSR but what the hell... <br/><br/>IC: Afghanistan hearing of war being declared on Britain, so we pull all our troops out of Indian land. Our troops man the borders. We quickly dig the Mountains into giant bunkers. We now say to all nations involved in the hostilities with Britain please stop, we don't what to go to war with any of you we get along with you, but we will protect our (only) ally.</div></blockquote><br/>We are neutral in the British war. We take nearly all of Pakistan, with only Hyderabad and Islamabad remaining Indian."
17028,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1325,2014-12-28T20:44:00,SECP,"Were pulling out of India completely it was a bad idea from the start were not a imperial like country. We apologize to India for damage we might have caused.<br/><br/>We would like to start to trade with the USSR, I know we had a rough past, but we can change it. With Soviet's help Afghanistan can become a very great nation."
17029,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1325,2014-12-28T20:46:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,We accept.
17030,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1325,2014-12-28T20:47:00,The Hezbollah Republic,Forces remain at Benin until orders are given. We request that Afghanistan does not get involved instead it should cut the alliance and join us. If we are successful they will get Madagascar. 4 Destroyers surround Cape Cod. The only thing that Algeria is worried about is Afghanistan. We request that Germany might take the British mainland. We request Saudi help me and Turkey take Africa and restore their proper culture and religion.
17031,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1325,2014-12-28T20:49:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,Guys lets wait until respective players get on
17032,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1325,2014-12-28T20:50:00,Furstia,"OOC:<br/>Well, I'm off to sleep.<br/>Tomorrow I'll update the map once again if needed."
17033,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1325,2014-12-28T20:59:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"Okay.<br/>We ask the germans to extend the Trans-Siberian to Berlin, where we will extend it to copenhagen."
17034,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1325,2014-12-28T21:05:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22945533#p22945533"">wrote</a>:</cite>Okay.<br/>We ask the germans to extend the Trans-Siberian to Berlin, where we will extend it to copenhagen.</div></blockquote><br/>Germany accepts."
17035,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1325,2014-12-28T21:09:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,Another branch through Finland and Sweden is made to Copenhagen.
17036,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1325,2014-12-28T21:33:00,The New Byzantine,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22940519#p22940519"">wrote</a>:</cite>Germany declares <span style=""color: #FF0000"">war</span> on India and Japan for their imperial aggression. A force of 10,000 is split to aid the Soviet Union and Saudi Arabia. Germany has ceased steel trade to both India ad Japan, and placed an embargo on them. German panzer tanks are sent to the soviets and and high-impact bombers to help aid Saudi.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC: I can tell that the Philippines is the real threat, not India nor Japan<img alt="":)"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_smile.gif"" title=""Smile""/>anyways I'll post later, I'm eating something nice"
17037,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1350,2014-12-28T21:38:00,The New Byzantine,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22941293#p22941293"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: If you have objection with this let me know, You can retcon it.<br/><br/><br/>IC: The British army exploded into Somalia, and began to invade the nation. 12,000 British men immeditelay died as they were hit by Al-Shabab Resistance. Britian began to rework its strategy, and move on to Al-Shabab bases pushing Al-shabab back, but fighting the army of Somalia as the same time. 15,000 More men died. Britian fought hard, and bombed many Somalian Bases, but only got control of Southern Somalia</div></blockquote><br/><br/>OOC: Al-Shabab wasn't on the early 2000s, they were separated to Al-Qaeda of Somalia after the rise of Islamic State in June 2014."
17038,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1350,2014-12-28T21:40:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,We strategically nuked your Manchurian army and have most of northern Hokkaido.
17039,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1350,2014-12-28T21:43:00,The New Byzantine,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22945892#p22945892"">wrote</a>:</cite>We strategically nuked your Manchurian army and have most of northern Hokkaido.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>We tell to the Soviet Union that you can have Northern Hokkaido and I can have South Hokkaido and also if you want to occupy North Hokkaido, then we can occupy Vladivostok and then we will have a peace and Japan will focus on the bloody, tyranny, and militaristic Philippines."
17040,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1350,2014-12-28T21:49:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Byzantine <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22945927#p22945927"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22945892#p22945892"">wrote</a>:</cite>We strategically nuked your Manchurian army and have most of northern Hokkaido.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>We tell to the Soviet Union that you can have Northern Hokkaido and I can have South Hokkaido and also if you want to occupy North Hokkaido, then we can occupy Vladivostok and then we will have a peace and Japan will focus on the bloody, tyranny, and militaristic Philippines.</div></blockquote><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>No. You'll pay the price for waging war.</div></blockquote>"
17041,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1350,2014-12-28T21:54:00,Scrinia,"After the many nations has declared war on the imperialist India; A gigantic Indian army has arrived on Islamabad and Hyderabad, ready to defend against Soviet Union.<br/><br/>Meanwhile in New Delhi; a Socialist leader of India and one of the powerful man in the Communist World, Pranab Mukherjee said, ""The Soviet Union has just invaded the imperialist India, we would likely to join the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics but we can also have an independent referendum or the Soviet Union can be a protectorate to us but now it's time to rise the Indian socialism, we will first strike at the heart of the imperial India and then we will occupy it, we will rise and we will clean IMPERIALISM! For the Socialist India!""<br/><br/>Indian socialist flag:<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://martin23230.deviantart.com/art/People-s-Union-of-India-Flag-217704651"" rel=""nofollow"">http://martin23230.deviantart.com/art/People-s-Union-of-India-Flag-217704651</a><br/><br/>OOC: Also, can I play as a Indian socialist rebel faction?"
17042,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1350,2014-12-28T21:57:00,The New Byzantine,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22945977#p22945977"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The New Byzantine <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22945927#p22945927"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>We tell to the Soviet Union that you can have Northern Hokkaido and I can have South Hokkaido and also if you want to occupy North Hokkaido, then we can occupy Vladivostok and then we will have a peace and Japan will focus on the bloody, tyranny, and militaristic Philippines.</div></blockquote><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>No. You'll pay the price for waging war.</div></blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/>We say that ""we are not like the old and evil imperialist Japan. We are the new and peaceful imperialist Japan, we have just March to Vladivostok because you invade our homeland."""
17043,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1350,2014-12-28T22:14:00,The Hezbollah Republic,"Algeria declares<span style=""color: #FF0000"">war</span>on India. A minor force of 10.000 men is sent to India to be controlled by the Soviet Union. 300 Bombers fly over India awaiting orders. 300.000 Men are now in Benin (to defend the Swiss). Suicide bombers are sent in to the capital. 3 Fail and 1 succeeds. Algeria national security is heightened in case of war being declared out of the blue."
17044,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1350,2014-12-28T22:16:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"We cease hostilities with Japan, and we declare support for the Indian socialists.<br/>OOC: Sure, you can be Indian socialists<br/>We have destroyed most of the Indian Army and taken Hyderabad. Islamabad will fall soon."
17045,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1350,2014-12-28T22:18:00,The New Byzantine,"With that, Manchuria is heavily guarded by military for now.<br/><br/>Now, we focus in the war against the Philippines, the artillery is still shelling on the Philippine side, making them struggle."
17046,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1350,2014-12-28T22:28:00,Scrinia,"It is a rainy night in New Delhi; Indian soldiers are having fun each other and the other soldiers are guarding if they are any Soviet, Saudi, British, or Algerian soldiers coming to the capital. Pranab Mukherjee, the Indian socialist leader led his 600,000 forces from Kerala to capture New Delhi. Those 600,000 forces was called Mukherjee's Army. The Mukherjee's Army is slowly going inside to the city of New Delhi. Mukherjee's snipers using their silenced sniper starts killing those Indian soldiers who seriously guarded on the entrance of New Delhi and then Mukherjee's army slowly entering the gate of New Delhi quietly, like an assasin, the Mukherjee's army is slowly occupying one of the buildings in the southern city of New Delhi until Mukherjee ordered his mortar to bomb those several Indian soldiers who is making fun each other. The bombardment has started, the Indian soldiers quickly panicked from the bombardment, they shouted 'Shit! Soviets are here! They are advancing!' But it's not, the Mukherjee shouted, ""FOR SOCIALIST INDIA, OPEN FIRE!"" and Mukherjee's army is now engage in the battle against Indian soldiers for the first time."
17047,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1350,2014-12-28T22:31:00,Tractionisia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Battle of Kyushu</span><br/><br/>Philippine forces has heavy casualties after a massive bombing of Japan and the Philippine forces takes cover in the buildings and they will wait until the bombing stopped.<br/><br/>---<br/><br/>The Indian army from Thailand has been defeated from the superiority of the Philippine army and we captured Thailand."
17048,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1350,2014-12-28T22:35:00,Togeria,"OOC: Germany is about to enter the Japo-Philippine war, but I need background on it, that way I can choose a side to help."
17049,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1350,2014-12-28T22:36:00,The New Byzantine,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22946336#p22946336"">wrote</a>:</cite>OOC: Germany is about to enter the Japo-Philippine war, but I need background on it, that way I can choose a side to help.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>It's Philippine-Japanese War and no don't enter, Philippines might annoy from the foreigners lol<img alt="":lol:"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_laugh.gif"" title=""LOL""/>"
17050,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1350,2014-12-28T22:37:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"We back up Socialist Indian forces,"
17051,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1350,2014-12-28T22:37:00,The Sidi,"Due to a period of uproar from the leaders in France a major revolution has occurred and new leadership and a new direction has been taken for the country.<br/><br/>Issuing a telegram to the world super powers and declaring a state of neutrality in all hostilities while sending a envoy to the USSR to get a trading route established.<br/><br/>The envoy's goal is to set up a trade route for military protection in exchange for high tech hardware.Z<br/><br/>While those have been dispatched new laws in the country have made the minimum age for military sign up to 16 years of age, from the previous 20 and have increased the military's size as new recruits go into training."
17052,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1350,2014-12-28T22:37:00,The New Byzantine,"The massive bombings is still continue on the Philippines until in the next morning. About 200,000 reinforcing Japanese troops has been deployed in Northern Kyushu and it is ready to fight against the Philippines."
17053,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1350,2014-12-28T22:39:00,Togeria,"Germany begins to fortify its borders with France, seeing a attack is imminent, as it increases it's military production."
17054,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1350,2014-12-28T22:40:00,The Hezbollah Republic,"50.000 Soldiers march into New Delhi screaming ""BRING SOCIALISM TO INDIA"" suddenly the General yells ""OPEN FIRE"". They throw tear gas into the Indian soldiers. Meanwhile 50 or so snipers stay back and set up. Every time the kill an Indian soldier they scream ""SOCIALISM FOR INDIA"". Indian soldiers are taken hostage and hanged in Socialist India for their crimes against the people. We state that we will not stop until the Imperialist India and it's leader are burned to the ground and Socialist India dominates. We want a trade agreement with France."
17055,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1350,2014-12-28T22:43:00,Scrinia,"We thanked from the Soviets about backing us up.<br/><br/>The Indian soldier shouted, ""It's not the Soviets, it's the bloody commies!"" and then the Indian soldier got headshot by Mukherjee's snipers. Mukherjee's army takes offensive, moving forward while shooting against the Indian soldiers meanwhile a Indian tank has arrived and the rebel said, ""It's a tank, take cover!"" and then the rebel who is holding an RPG shoots and destroyed the tank. Mukherjee's army is now doing an encirclement so the Indian soldiers can be trapped.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, the Indian colonies that has been lost; Thailand."
17056,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1350,2014-12-28T22:47:00,Scrinia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">ANNOUNCEMENT</span><br/>""Imperialist India has fallen, his colonies are now independent but either the Philippines or Japan would annex it. We never like imperialism, we like socialism.""<br/><br/>The leader of imperialist India has been prisoned for war crimes. The Indian soldiers has surrender to the Socialist India and they are now Prisoners of War. An Indian socialist flag has been raised in Taj Mahal.<br/><br/>The Socialist Republic of India's territories will be Nepal, Bhutan, Sri Lanka, Maldives, and Bangladesh only. Tibet has been given to China, Myanmar is now independent and Thailand has given to the militaristic Philippines."
17057,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1350,2014-12-28T22:48:00,The Sidi,"Trade agreement will be taken under consideration, but only to improve odds of being accepted. What do you have to offer in exchange for what you want from us?<br/><br/>The French government has released a new law, all civilians are required by law to have a gun in their house and be trained in how to use them. In efforts to increase their efforts to not fall victim to a foreign invasion although no-one outside the inner circle of the new government knew of its true intention.<br/><br/>All of those who opposed the law within 24 hours and their stuff demolished."
17058,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1350,2014-12-28T22:51:00,The New Byzantine,"The massive bombings has stopped. The Japanese commander said, ""It's time to kick those Filipinos out of our homeland! CHARGE!"" and then 400,000 Japanese forces stormed Kyushu and the Japanese used their tactics 'Running While Shooting' against the Philippines. Japanese Air Forces has bombed any Anti-Aircraft guns that has been used by the Philippine army.<br/><br/>Japan's new mission:<br/><br/>[b]Philippine-Japanese War<br/>- Kick out the Philippine forces on the homeland.<br/>- Retake Taiwan<br/>- Invade Philippines and it's occupied territories."
17059,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1350,2014-12-28T22:53:00,The Hezbollah Republic,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Sidi <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22946422#p22946422"">wrote</a>:</cite>Trade agreement will be taken under consideration, but only to improve odds of being accepted. What do you have to offer in exchange for what you want from us?<br/><br/>The French government has released a new law, all civilians are required by law to have a gun in their house and be trained in how to use them. In efforts to increase their efforts to not fall victim to a foreign invasion although no-one outside the inner circle of the new government knew of its true intention.<br/><br/>All of those who opposed the law within 24 hours and their stuff demolished.</div></blockquote><br/>We provide precious minerals. We would like weapons or a payment. We request to trade with Socialist India. All troops fly back to Algeria from this rather quick war."
17060,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1350,2014-12-28T22:53:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Sidi <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22946358#p22946358"">wrote</a>:</cite>Due to a period of uproar from the leaders in France a major revolution has occurred and new leadership and a new direction has been taken for the country.<br/><br/>Issuing a telegram to the world super powers and declaring a state of neutrality in all hostilities while sending a envoy to the USSR to get a trading route established.<br/><br/>The envoy's goal is to set up a trade route for military protection in exchange for high tech hardware.Z<br/><br/>While those have been dispatched new laws in the country have made the minimum age for military sign up to 16 years of age, from the previous 20 and have increased the military's size as new recruits go into training.</div></blockquote><br/>We accept."
17061,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1350,2014-12-28T22:57:00,Scrinia,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Hezbollah Republic <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22946454#p22946454"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Sidi <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22946422#p22946422"">wrote</a>:</cite>Trade agreement will be taken under consideration, but only to improve odds of being accepted. What do you have to offer in exchange for what you want from us?<br/><br/>The French government has released a new law, all civilians are required by law to have a gun in their house and be trained in how to use them. In efforts to increase their efforts to not fall victim to a foreign invasion although no-one outside the inner circle of the new government knew of its true intention.<br/><br/>All of those who opposed the law within 24 hours and their stuff demolished.</div></blockquote><br/> We provide precious minerals. We would like weapons or a payment. We request to trade with Socialist India. All troops fly back to Algeria from this rather quick war.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>We accept it and then Pranab Mukherjee does a speech to his people about how imperialist India have done in the international relations, we promise that we will make India, a better and a economy rather than military.<br/><br/>Socialist India is now rebuilding the nation but the ""Cleaning India"" campaign is still continued, we request USSR and Algeria to help the ""Cleaning India"" campaign.<br/><br/>OOC: And also, the color of Socialist India is Maroon."
17062,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1375,2014-12-28T23:00:00,Tractionisia,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Byzantine <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22946448#p22946448"">wrote</a>:</cite>The massive bombings has stopped. The Japanese commander said, ""It's time to kick those Filipinos out of our homeland! CHARGE!"" and then 400,000 Japanese forces stormed Kyushu and the Japanese used their tactics 'Running While Shooting' against the Philippines. Japanese Air Forces has bombed any Anti-Aircraft guns that has been used by the Philippine army. <br/><br/>Japan's new mission:<br/><br/>[b]Philippine-Japanese War<br/>- Kick out the Philippine forces on the homeland.<br/>- Retake Taiwan<br/>- Invade Philippines and it's occupied territories.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Damn it, the Philippine forces seeing this 400,000 forces coming to Kyushu starts to struggle, the Philippine forces has do a defensive position and starts shooting to the incoming Japanese forces, as soon as they keep shooting, the Philippine forces starts to low on ammo but still they fight against the incoming Japanese forces."
17063,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1375,2014-12-28T23:03:00,The New Byzantine,"<blockquote><div><cite>Tractionisia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22946495#p22946495"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The New Byzantine <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22946448#p22946448"">wrote</a>:</cite>The massive bombings has stopped. The Japanese commander said, ""It's time to kick those Filipinos out of our homeland! CHARGE!"" and then 400,000 Japanese forces stormed Kyushu and the Japanese used their tactics 'Running While Shooting' against the Philippines. Japanese Air Forces has bombed any Anti-Aircraft guns that has been used by the Philippine army. <br/><br/>Japan's new mission:<br/><br/>[b]Philippine-Japanese War<br/>- Kick out the Philippine forces on the homeland.<br/>- Retake Taiwan<br/>- Invade Philippines and it's occupied territories.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Damn it, the Philippine forces seeing this 400,000 forces coming to Kyushu starts to struggle, the Philippine forces has do a defensive position and starts shooting to the incoming Japanese forces, as soon as they keep shooting, the Philippine forces starts to low on ammo but still they fight against the incoming Japanese forces.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Heavy casualties on the Japanese forces but the Japanese forces starts to flank the Philippine defensive positions and a Japanese soldier throws the grenade on the Philippine mounted-machine gun. Japanese Air Forces come to help the Japanese forces in Kyushu and starts bombing the Philippine soldiers; this makes the Philippine soldiers retreat to the southernmost tip of Kyushu."
17064,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1375,2014-12-28T23:06:00,The Hezbollah Republic,"Algeria donates 50 Billion USD to the Cleaning India campaign 10.000 soldiers remain in India in case there is unrest. We wish to begin a military alliance with India. 140.000 Suddenly arrive in Japan and start marching to the destination where Japan and they are fighting. Suddenly out of nowhere on the battlefield Algerian soldiers spring into life and fire upon Japanese forces.<span style=""color: #FF0000"">WAR</span>is declared on Japan in order to help the Philippines."
17065,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1375,2014-12-28T23:08:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,We will help the cleaning india campaign.
17066,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1375,2014-12-28T23:10:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"The Soviet Union redeclares<span style=""color: #FF0000"">WAR</span>on Japan and takes North Korea by surprise."
17067,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1375,2014-12-28T23:11:00,Tractionisia,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Hezbollah Republic <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22946535#p22946535"">wrote</a>:</cite>Algeria donates 50 Billion USD to the Cleaning India campaign 10.000 soldiers remain in India in case there is unrest. We wish to begin a military alliance with India. 140.000 Suddenly arrive in Japan and start marching to the destination where Japan and they are fighting. Suddenly out of nowhere on the battlefield Algerian soldiers spring into life and fire upon Japanese forces. <span style=""color: #FF0000"">WAR</span> is declared on Japan in order to help the Philippines.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Before retreating; Philippine soldiers looks at the incoming full-stack Algerian forces fighting against the Japanese forces of 400,000 forces, meanwhile we are still shooting against the Japanese forces."
17068,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1375,2014-12-28T23:12:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"30,000 Soviet troops start helping the Phillippines."
17069,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1375,2014-12-28T23:14:00,The New Byzantine,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22946564#p22946564"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Soviet Union redeclares <span style=""color: #FF0000"">WAR</span> on Japan and takes North Korea by surprise.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The armies in the Korean Peninsula is now defending Seoul meanwhile in Kyushu, the Japanese forces retreat back to the mainland Japan to defend the bridge, only 250,000 forces has been remaining."
17070,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1375,2014-12-28T23:16:00,Tractionisia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22946581#p22946581"">wrote</a>:</cite>30,000 Soviet troops start helping the Phillippines.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>With the Japanese retreat; again, we saw another foreign troops that helping us, it's the Soviet socialists. Philippines always hate communist but we thanked them for their help."
17071,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1375,2014-12-28T23:16:00,Togeria,"Germany declares<span style=""color: #FF0000"">war</span>on the Philippines, as forces in Central America are sent to aid the Japanese, as a relive force of 100,000 is sent."
17072,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1375,2014-12-28T23:24:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22946611#p22946611"">wrote</a>:</cite>Germany declares <span style=""color: #FF0000"">war</span> on the Philippines, as forces in Central America are sent to aid the Japanese, as a relive force of 100,000 is sent.</div></blockquote><br/>We ask Germany to stay neutral or help us fight Japan."
17073,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1375,2014-12-28T23:25:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Byzantine <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22946589#p22946589"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22946564#p22946564"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Soviet Union redeclares <span style=""color: #FF0000"">WAR</span> on Japan and takes North Korea by surprise.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The armies in the Korean Peninsula is now defending Seoul meanwhile in Kyushu, the Japanese forces retreat back to the mainland Japan to defend the bridge, only 250,000 forces has been remaining.</div></blockquote><br/>We march on South Korea and take northern cities."
17074,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1375,2014-12-28T23:26:00,The Sidi,"The French government accepts the trade agreement and will exchange advanced military hardware in exchange for veteran soldiers who can train our military in advanced combat tactics. We will send the first ship of advanced sighting programs, advanced scopes & missile flight-path programming hardware once the first trainers arrive.<br/><br/>The first shipment of advanced military weaponry will consist of AK-74's with more stable stocks & firing mechanisms. Advanced targeting programs for missile launchers & tanks, allowing them to fire on the move like their American rivals. The last one will have plans for prototype for a new battle tank the Soviets can field against their enemies."
17075,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1375,2014-12-28T23:27:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22946670#p22946670"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22946611#p22946611"">wrote</a>:</cite>Germany declares <span style=""color: #FF0000"">war</span> on the Philippines, as forces in Central America are sent to aid the Japanese, as a relive force of 100,000 is sent.</div></blockquote><br/>We ask Germany to stay neutral or help us fight Japan.</div></blockquote><br/>Germany can not do that, as it and Japan are in the same alliance, Germany must fight on the side of the empire."
17076,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1375,2014-12-28T23:28:00,The Hezbollah Republic,250.000 More troops arrive at the war zone and have Japan pinned. Mean while 40.000 troops march into NK to help the Soviet Union. If we win we would like to annex South Korea.
17077,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1375,2014-12-28T23:29:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22946686#p22946686"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22946670#p22946670"">wrote</a>:</cite>We ask Germany to stay neutral or help us fight Japan.</div></blockquote><br/>Germany can not do that, as it and Japan are in the same alliance, Germany must fight on the side of the empire.</div></blockquote><br/>We tell you we were bigger allies.<br/>Year is now 2003.<br/>We tell Algeria:<br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>Why?</div></blockquote>"
17078,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1375,2014-12-28T23:34:00,Togeria,"Germany has an military alliance with Japan, which it must honor.<br/><br/>The 100,000 have arrived and now begin an attack on the Algerians, as supplies are sent to the Japanese to aid them."
17079,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1375,2014-12-28T23:39:00,The Hezbollah Republic,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22946703#p22946703"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22946686#p22946686"">wrote</a>:</cite>Germany can not do that, as it and Japan are in the same alliance, Germany must fight on the side of the empire.</div></blockquote><br/>We tell you we were bigger allies.<br/>Year is now 2003.<br/>We tell Algeria:<br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>Why?</div></blockquote></div></blockquote><br/>If your asking why we want to annex SK it's so we can have some Asian land we are helping you because we are allies. The Japanese are outnumbered in the battle. Some Japs are seen fleeing from the battle only to be shot by snipers. We do not wish to attack Germany but you guys made us<img alt="":unsure:"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_unsure.gif"" title=""Unsure""/>. Suddenly German forces approach. ""Fuck its the Germans"" a soldier yells. 300 Bombers start bombing the Japanese and Germans. Supplies are intercepted and diverted to help the Algerian Forces instead."
17080,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1375,2014-12-28T23:40:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22946727#p22946727"">wrote</a>:</cite>Germany has an military alliance with Japan, which it must honor. <br/><br/>The 100,000 have arrived and now begin an attack on the Algerians, as supplies are sent to the Japanese to aid them.</div></blockquote><br/>We also had a military alliance with you."
17081,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1375,2014-12-28T23:42:00,The New Byzantine,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22946727#p22946727"">wrote</a>:</cite>Germany has an military alliance with Japan, which it must honor. <br/><br/>The 100,000 have arrived and now begin an attack on the Algerians, as supplies are sent to the Japanese to aid them.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>We accept the military alliance, thank god we still have an imperialist nation helping us, I thought no one could help me since India has fell into a socialist nation.<br/><br/>The remaining 250,000 Japanese forces has manage to go back to Kyushu and fight the Philippine and Algerian forces.<br/><br/>A full-stack Japanese army has arrived in Busan, South Korea for over 400,000 forces, they are now marching to Seoul to meet the German forces and to fight against Algerian socialists forces."
17082,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1375,2014-12-28T23:44:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"Vladimir Volkov is replaced by Oleg Volkov, his son."
17083,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1375,2014-12-28T23:44:00,Tractionisia,"The Philippines also declares war on Germany.<br/><br/>The remaining 100,000 Philippine forces has moving to Northern Kyushu to occupy the whole island of Kyushu.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, the Philippine Navy Forces has arrived near Tokyo and start shelling the Japanese capital."
17084,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1375,2014-12-28T23:46:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Hezbollah Republic <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22946778#p22946778"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22946703#p22946703"">wrote</a>:</cite>We tell you we were bigger allies.<br/>Year is now 2003.<br/>We tell Algeria:<br/></div></blockquote><br/>If your asking why we want to annex SK it's so we can have some Asian land we are helping you because we are allies. The Japanese are outnumbered in the battle. Some Japs are seen fleeing from the battle only to be shot by snipers. We do not wish to attack Germany but you guys made us <img alt="":unsure:"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_unsure.gif"" title=""Unsure""/> . Suddenly German forces approach. ""Fuck its the Germans"" a soldier yells. 300 Bombers start bombing the Japanese and Germans. Supplies are intercepted and diverted to help the Algerian Forces instead.</div></blockquote><br/>Germany begins a full Blitzkrieg assault, breaking through weaker enemy lines. The supplies are now guarded with submarines, as when the enemy tries to capture one it is hit hard underwater.<br/>Fighters are sent to counter the enemy bomber, as Germany is trying to knock Algeria out the war first.<br/><br/>Germany apologizes to the Soviet Union, but we cannot allow Europe to conquer any Asia and vise-versa."
17085,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1375,2014-12-28T23:46:00,Scrinia,"We thanked from the Soviet Union and Algeria for helping the 'Cleaning India' campaign. Socialist Republic of India will stay neutral for now and rebuilding its nation, over 2000 men has been recruited."
17086,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1375,2014-12-28T23:48:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Tractionisia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22946827#p22946827"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Philippines also declares war on Germany.<br/><br/>The remaining 100,000 Philippine forces has moving to Northern Kyushu to occupy the whole island of Kyushu.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, the Philippine Navy Forces has arrived near Tokyo and start shelling the Japanese capital.</div></blockquote><br/>Two naval fleets are sent to separate Taiwan from the Philippines, and block them off, as force shell enemy naval forces hard, Germany begins to block supply lines to starve the enemy."
17087,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1400,2014-12-28T23:51:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,We tell Germany we crushed Berlin once and would do it again if needed.
17088,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1400,2014-12-28T23:53:00,The New Byzantine,"<blockquote><div><cite>Tractionisia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22946827#p22946827"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Philippines also declares war on Germany.<br/><br/>The remaining 100,000 Philippine forces has moving to Northern Kyushu to occupy the whole island of Kyushu.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, the Philippine Navy Forces has arrived near Tokyo and start shelling the Japanese capital.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The battered Japanese forces has arrived in Northern Kyushu and setting a defensive position against the battered Philippine forces. The full-stacked Japanese forces has arrived in Seoul and will defend against Soviet/Algerian forces.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, artillery shelled the Philippine Naval Forces in Tokyo."
17089,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1400,2014-12-28T23:54:00,Togeria,"Germany threatens to cut the Soviets off their steel supply of they make another threat, as Germany is stronger then it was, and will bring humility to the Russians. The Russo-German border is fortified, as the trans-Siberian railroad leading into Berlin is decommissioned."
17090,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1400,2014-12-28T23:56:00,Togeria,"Germany takes and annexes Hungary, as to prepare itself for a Soviet attack. Barb wire, mines, and sharp-shooters are placed to defend the border."
17091,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1400,2014-12-28T23:56:00,The Duty,California has request a trade agreement to Germany and we will trade them coconuts.<br/><br/>California starts to make a settlement in a Mexican territory of the Southern California.
17092,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1400,2014-12-28T23:58:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"The Soviets invade Western Poland, initiating Seven Days to the River Rhine.<br/>I already had Hungary. I sent Argentina a request to put it on the map hours ago."
17093,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1400,2014-12-28T23:58:00,Tractionisia,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Byzantine <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22946889#p22946889"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Tractionisia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22946827#p22946827"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Philippines also declares war on Germany.<br/><br/>The remaining 100,000 Philippine forces has moving to Northern Kyushu to occupy the whole island of Kyushu.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, the Philippine Navy Forces has arrived near Tokyo and start shelling the Japanese capital.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The battered Japanese forces has arrived in Northern Kyushu and setting a defensive position against the battered Philippine forces. The full-stacked Japanese forces has arrived in Seoul and will defend against Soviet/Algerian forces.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, artillery shelled the Philippine Naval Forces in Tokyo.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Philippine bombers bombed the defensive positions of Japan and the battered Philippine forces stormed the defensive position.<br/><br/>2 ships lost but continue shelling Tokyo."
17094,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1400,2014-12-28T23:59:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Duty <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22946906#p22946906"">wrote</a>:</cite>California has request a trade agreement to Germany and we will trade them coconuts.<br/><br/>California starts to make a settlement in a Mexican territory of the Southern California.</div></blockquote><br/>Germany agrees.<br/><br/>German force meet soviets head-on. Forming a pincer to trap them, before encircling them, as air forces now bomb the soviet camps."
17095,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1400,2014-12-29T00:02:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"A ICBM is launched at Nagoya, Japan, and one has also been launched at Bonn, Germany."
17096,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1400,2014-12-29T00:03:00,The Dominion Of The Corn,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22946920#p22946920"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Duty <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22946906#p22946906"">wrote</a>:</cite>California has request a trade agreement to Germany and we will trade them coconuts.<br/><br/>California starts to make a settlement in a Mexican territory of the Southern California.</div></blockquote><br/>Germany agrees.<br/><br/>German force meet soviets head-on. Forming a pincer to trap them, before encircling them, as air forces now bomb the soviet camps.</div></blockquote><br/>Switzerland remains officially neutral, but we embargo the soviets and provide aid to the Germans"
17097,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1400,2014-12-29T00:04:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,We reinforce missile protection in all cities.
17098,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1400,2014-12-29T00:05:00,Togeria,"An anti-ballistic missile is fire to counter the ICBM, as forces continue to push back soviet force in Poland. Germany sends a force to invade Hungary, and them Greece."
17099,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1400,2014-12-29T00:08:00,The Hezbollah Republic,"Out of nowhere hundreds of bombers start bombing German positions. Meanwhile in Algeria,<br/><br/>Mission S3<br/><br/>20 C-17s take off from Algeria as 6 Destroyers flock to Southern Italy. When all forces land in Southern Italy they begin to march inland met with little resistance due to Germany focusing its forces in Asia and Germany. The Destroyers shell the Southern Italy beach while forces march into Northern Italy met with a much greater resistance. We would like to remind the Swiss that Germany was the aggressor and we would like to keep our outstanding alliance."
17100,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1400,2014-12-29T00:09:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Dominion Of The Corn <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22946941#p22946941"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22946920#p22946920"">wrote</a>:</cite>Germany agrees.<br/><br/>German force meet soviets head-on. Forming a pincer to trap them, before encircling them, as air forces now bomb the soviet camps.</div></blockquote><br/>Switzerland remains officially neutral, but we embargo the soviets and provide aid to the Germans</div></blockquote><br/>Germany strongly request military aid from Switzerland, because if Germany loses its empire, then it'll lose income, and all nations will suffer. A force of 2,000 is sent to southern Italy."
17101,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1400,2014-12-29T00:10:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22946956#p22946956"">wrote</a>:</cite>An anti-ballistic missile is fire to counter the ICBM, as forces continue to push back soviet force in Poland. Germany sends a force to invade Hungary, and them Greece.</div></blockquote><br/>We fire more ICBMs at Bonn. In Poland, the sheer size of the Red Army pushes towards Berlin.<br/>The force in Greece is met by strategic nukes, as are forces in Hungary. The Red Army equips ballistic missiles with all divisions."
17102,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1400,2014-12-29T00:11:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,Munich and Hamburg are also nuked.
17103,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1400,2014-12-29T00:12:00,The Hezbollah Republic,The force is defeated quickly. 50.000 Troops fly to Greece to help defend the Soviet Union. Forces in SK move to Japan to help the Philippines and defeat Japan.
17104,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1400,2014-12-29T00:13:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22946983#p22946983"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22946956#p22946956"">wrote</a>:</cite>An anti-ballistic missile is fire to counter the ICBM, as forces continue to push back soviet force in Poland. Germany sends a force to invade Hungary, and them Greece.</div></blockquote><br/>We fire more ICBMs at Bonn. In Poland, the sheer size of the Red Army pushes towards Berlin.<br/>The force in Greece is met by strategic nukes, as are forces in Hungary. The Red Army equips ballistic missiles with all divisions.</div></blockquote><br/>Germany positions its lines as a giant pincer, as army A encircles the Soviets and put them in a hammer and anvil, mass enemy casualties follow. Anti ballistic missiles are fired to counter nukes, as Germany would like to remind Russia, nukes are against the rules of war. As such Germany deploys gas to counter the enemy."
17105,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1400,2014-12-29T00:15:00,Togeria,"Germany declares that if Japan surrender it will issue a white peace, and leave the war."
17106,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1400,2014-12-29T00:16:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Hezbollah Republic <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22946995#p22946995"">wrote</a>:</cite>The force is defeated quickly. 50.000 Troops fly to Greece to help defend the Soviet Union. Forces in SK move to Japan to help the Philippines and defeat Japan.</div></blockquote><br/>Also, Yugoslavia was in way of Greece. German attack nulled.<br/><br/>The nuke fired at Hamburg is the only one that made it through. We equip our troops with gas masks and gas the Germans in return."
17107,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1400,2014-12-29T00:17:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,We demand UNCONDITIONAL surrender off Germany.
17108,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1400,2014-12-29T00:18:00,Togeria,"Germans wear gas suits, as mustard gas is thrown, it does not need to breach the mask, but simply hit the skin, as Russian railroads are destroyed, and supplies stolen.<br/><br/>Germany will not unconditionally surrender, but will have peace talks. Germany calls for the aid of Saudi Arabia, the UK."
17109,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1400,2014-12-29T00:20:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22947035#p22947035"">wrote</a>:</cite>Germans wear gas suits, as mustard gas is thrown, it does not need to breach the mask, but simply hit the skin, as Russian railroads are destroyed, and supplies stolen.<br/><br/>Germany will not unconditionally surrender, but will have peace talks. Germany calls for the aid of Saudi Arabia, the UK.</div></blockquote><br/>In response we fire more nukes at Munich, one of which succeeds, due to Germany's aggression. We call for India and Saudi Arabia to help us."
17110,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1400,2014-12-29T00:21:00,The New Byzantine,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22947013#p22947013"">wrote</a>:</cite>Germany declares that if Japan surrender it will issue a white peace, and leave the war.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>We will accept the peace if the Soviet Union and Algeria agrees except Philippines."
17111,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1400,2014-12-29T00:22:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Byzantine <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22947052#p22947052"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22947013#p22947013"">wrote</a>:</cite>Germany declares that if Japan surrender it will issue a white peace, and leave the war.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>We will accept the peace if the Soviet Union and Algeria agrees except Philippines.</div></blockquote><br/>OOC: We nuked Nagoya, just so you know.<br/><br/>We accept the peace, but we want North Korea seceeded to us."
17112,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1425,2014-12-29T00:24:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22947048#p22947048"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22947035#p22947035"">wrote</a>:</cite>Germans wear gas suits, as mustard gas is thrown, it does not need to breach the mask, but simply hit the skin, as Russian railroads are destroyed, and supplies stolen.<br/><br/>Germany will not unconditionally surrender, but will have peace talks. Germany calls for the aid of Saudi Arabia, the UK.</div></blockquote><br/>In response we fire more nukes at Munich, one of which succeeds, due to Germany's aggression. We call for India and Saudi Arabia to help us.</div></blockquote><br/>Germany has not been aggressive, the soviets invaded Germany's territory, bring the war to Europe, and nuked two German cities. Germany will never forgive the Soviet Union, and now looks at them as monsters.<br/><br/>Germany offers white peace to Russia."
17113,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1425,2014-12-29T00:29:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"It is now 2004.<br/>A revolution in Russia happens. Oleg Volkov, the militaristic dictator, is sent to Germany for trial, along with a note from politburo members saying.<br/>""We will immediately order a ceasefire, and issue compensation for the cities destroyed. You may also do anything to our previous leader."""
17114,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1425,2014-12-29T00:31:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"Mikhail Gorbachev is reinstated. He withdraws the demand of North Korea for peace with Japan, and he orders all Soviet forces to ceasefire."
17115,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1425,2014-12-29T00:31:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22947115#p22947115"">wrote</a>:</cite>It is now 2004.<br/>A revolution in Russia happens. Oleg Volkov, the militaristic dictator, is sent to Germany for trial, along with a note from politburo members saying.<br/>""We will immediately order a ceasefire, and issue compensation for the cities destroyed. You may also do anything to our previous leader.""</div></blockquote><br/>Germany accepts the cease-fire, as the leader is put on trial. Germany thanks Russia for the compensation, the leader is found guilty. He is to be executed by firing squad."
17116,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1425,2014-12-29T00:33:00,Togeria,"Germany wishes for Algeria, Philippines, Japan, and Russia to come to Berlin, there peace talks shall commence."
17117,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1425,2014-12-29T00:33:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Hezbollah Republic <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22944054#p22944054"">wrote</a>:</cite>Yes this treaty would include mutual defense but we also have a treaty with the Soviet Union. Algeria wishes to buy the state of Minnesota from FSA. We are not declaring war on the British we are just asking. UK is falling into anarchy with murder rates at a new high.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>No... We're the richest in the world bro."
17118,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1425,2014-12-29T00:35:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22947146#p22947146"">wrote</a>:</cite>Germany wishes for Algeria, Philippines, Japan, and Russia to come to Berlin, there peace talks shall commence.</div></blockquote><br/>Our diplomats arrive.<br/>NATURAL DISASTER!<br/>Lisbon is hit by an Earthquake.<br/>Europe once again suffers flash floods."
17119,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1425,2014-12-29T00:37:00,Kumbhalgarh,"Briitan has no fear of Turkey or Algeria. 300,000 British Soldiers give a staunch reply to Algeria, while 500 Fighter Jets attack Ankara, and bomb the capital. Destroyers, and Many frigates are sent to turkey along with 300,000 Men ready for assault. Britian asks that other nations join Briitans war against these agressors. Meanwhile Britian upgrades its railways, and industries. Becoming the most tech advanced nation. Not only that, but as a defense tool All of britian has been defended heavily by soldiers. Briitsh Africa is recruiting men, and posting them to the borders with algeria."
17120,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1425,2014-12-29T00:37:00,Kumbhalgarh,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22947156#p22947156"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22947146#p22947146"">wrote</a>:</cite>Germany wishes for Algeria, Philippines, Japan, and Russia to come to Berlin, there peace talks shall commence.</div></blockquote><br/>Our diplomats arrive.<br/>NATURAL DISASTER!<br/>Lisbon is hit by an Earthquake.<br/>Europe once again suffers flash floods.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>Lisbon? Its my land! Naw."
17121,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1425,2014-12-29T00:38:00,Togeria,"Germany prepares itself for the floods, as it focuses on the coast, some crops have been effected, but not too many. Citizens are put into safe houses, as Germany waits out the floods."
17122,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1425,2014-12-29T00:39:00,The New Byzantine,"We denied from giving the NK to Soviets but we accept the peace, the destruction of Nagoya, killing thousands of people. We look at the Soviet Union as monsters.<br/><br/>We request a cease-fire to the Philippines and ordered them to leave Kyushu."
17123,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1425,2014-12-29T00:39:00,The Hezbollah Republic,"Diplomats arrive. We will cease fire on one condition; Japan give money to the Philippines and back off. We will get Italy. Anyone wishing to make their claims can.<br/><br/>OOC:Britain I was joking<img alt="":p"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_tongue.gif"" title=""Razz""/>"
17124,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1425,2014-12-29T00:39:00,Kumbhalgarh,"Britian reparis Lisbon, and sets on work to tend to sick people in the nation. Not only that, but The Briitsh Soldiers have landed in Turkey."
17125,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1425,2014-12-29T00:40:00,Kumbhalgarh,"OOC: Algeria that was a horrible Joke. I will retreat, but don't do that again or we'll destroy you."
17126,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1425,2014-12-29T00:40:00,Tractionisia,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Byzantine <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22947190#p22947190"">wrote</a>:</cite>We denied from giving the NK to Soviets but we accept the peace, the destruction of Nagoya, killing thousands of people. We look at the Soviet Union as monsters.<br/><br/>We request a cease-fire to the Philippines and ordered them to leave Kyushu.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>We accept and all Philippine army has been withdraw back to Taiwan and Ryukyu Islands. The ceased-fire is agreed but the peace will never agreed."
17127,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1425,2014-12-29T00:41:00,Tractionisia,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Hezbollah Republic <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22947197#p22947197"">wrote</a>:</cite>Diplomats arrive. We will cease fire on one condition; Japan give money to the Philippines and back off. We will get Italy. Anyone wishing to make their claims can.<br/><br/>OOC:Britain I was joking <img alt="":p"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_tongue.gif"" title=""Razz""/></div></blockquote><br/><br/>We tell Algeria that we don't need money, all we need is ceased-fire."
17128,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1425,2014-12-29T00:41:00,Kumbhalgarh,"Britian keeps on upgradings its economy. New technology is bought, railway is imrpoved, and animal welfare is being given 100 million pounds."
17129,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1425,2014-12-29T00:42:00,Kumbhalgarh,Britian tells Soviet Union that Germany will not stand alone.
17130,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1425,2014-12-29T00:43:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Hezbollah Republic <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22947197#p22947197"">wrote</a>:</cite>Diplomats arrive. We will cease fire on one condition; Japan give money to the Philippines and back off. We will get Italy. Anyone wishing to make their claims can.<br/><br/>OOC:Britain I was joking <img alt="":p"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_tongue.gif"" title=""Razz""/></div></blockquote><br/>Germany reminds Algeria that we did not surrender, and not that the Soviet Union is ball to its original state, Germany will collide with Algeria full force, and break the small empire."
17131,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1425,2014-12-29T00:44:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Byzantine <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22947190#p22947190"">wrote</a>:</cite>We denied from giving the NK to Soviets but we accept the peace, the destruction of Nagoya, killing thousands of people. We look at the Soviet Union as monsters.<br/><br/>We request a cease-fire to the Philippines and ordered them to leave Kyushu.</div></blockquote><br/>We say we are sorry for that as it happened under a previous leader, who will now be executed."
17132,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1425,2014-12-29T00:45:00,The New Byzantine,"Japan takes note about a natural disaster in Europe. Japan makes an invasion plan to the Philippines called ""Operation: End the Reign"", the plan was about the Japanese troops landing on Luzon and then the naval forces will shell Manila and then after taking Luzon. Visayas will be picked one by one and during the invasion in Visayas, the Japanese troops will land on Mindanao. It is a secret plan.<br/><br/>We tell Malaysia and Thailand to start rebel against the tyrannical Philippines."
17133,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1425,2014-12-29T00:46:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"We tell Germany and Japan this war should be counted as a stalemate, and a monument to what nuclear war can do. We also want to start repairing relations."
17134,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1425,2014-12-29T00:47:00,Togeria,"The floods begin to slow down, and stop after four months, the damage was not severe in Germany, as it is flat land, the Italian areas are in good condition, as the only area truly affected was the northern coast. Rebuilding is underway."
17135,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1425,2014-12-29T00:48:00,The Hezbollah Republic,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22947231#p22947231"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Hezbollah Republic <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22947197#p22947197"">wrote</a>:</cite>Diplomats arrive. We will cease fire on one condition; Japan give money to the Philippines and back off. We will get Italy. Anyone wishing to make their claims can.<br/><br/>OOC:Britain I was joking <img alt="":p"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_tongue.gif"" title=""Razz""/></div></blockquote><br/>Germany reminds Algeria that we did not surrender, and not that the Soviet Union is ball to its original state, Germany will collide with Algeria full force, and break the small empire.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>We understand we would just like the Southern part of Italy for tourism and Algeria wishes to restore trade and a military alliance with Germany. Funds are given to rebuild the railroad.The British are using false statements to scare us."
17136,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1425,2014-12-29T00:49:00,The New Byzantine,"Japan is now researching about a new unit of the Japan Self Ground Forces called 'Sunburst drone'.<br/><br/>Description of the Sunburst Drone: The Sunburst Drone is a highly versatile, dragonfly-like machine that can fly rather quickly and can be used to scout out terrain before engaging a larger number of troops. It can also detect disguised or stealthed units.<br/><br/>Picture of the Sunburst Drone:<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://img2.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20130202140419/cnc/images/3/3d/RA3_Burst_Drone_Concept_Art_2.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">http://img2.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20130202140419/cnc/images/3/3d/RA3_Burst_Drone_Concept_Art_2.jpg</a><br/><br/>---<br/><br/>Also, the city of Nagoya will be a permanent danger zone (just like Fukushima) after what Soviet Union launch a ICBM to Nagoya."
17137,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1450,2014-12-29T00:51:00,Togeria,"Algeria cannot have southern Italy, but are welcomed to come and visit. Trade will be accepted, but a military alliance is denied."
17138,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1450,2014-12-29T00:53:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"And so, with the whole world conquered, the roleplay draws to a end. A new one will be up momentarily..."
17139,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1450,2014-12-29T00:54:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,GG!
17140,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1450,2014-12-29T00:54:00,Togeria,Germany strong.
17141,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1450,2014-12-29T00:57:00,Tractionisia,"It's 2004, Philippines is now on economic breakdown and the Philippines starts to collapse, the revolution in the Philippines has started. This is called the 'Philippine Revolution of 2004' (similar to 1986 Peaceful Revolution IRL in Philippines)<br/><br/>The pro-Japanese separatist or the Separatist Japanese Republic of the Philippines has started, the rebels with over 95,000 men manage to raid one of the Philippine military base in Manila such as Philippine Air Force base and Philippine Military Academy."
17142,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1450,2014-12-29T00:57:00,The New Byzantine,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22947291#p22947291"">wrote</a>:</cite>And so, with the whole world conquered, the roleplay draws to a end. A new one will be up momentarily...</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Yes!!! GG PPL!"
17143,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1450,2014-12-29T01:00:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Byzantine <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22947311#p22947311"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22947291#p22947291"">wrote</a>:</cite>And so, with the whole world conquered, the roleplay draws to a end. A new one will be up momentarily...</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Yes!!! GG PPL!</div></blockquote><br/>To think Japan and Germany recreated their empires, and are now the one the top powers. T-T it's beautiful."
17144,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1450,2014-12-29T01:03:00,The New Byzantine,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22947323#p22947323"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The New Byzantine <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22947311#p22947311"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Yes!!! GG PPL!</div></blockquote><br/>To think Japan and Germany recreated their empires, and are now the one the top powers. T-T it's beautiful.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Yes but the revenge with Soviet Union, US has failed<img alt="":("" src=""./images/smilies/sm_sad.gif"" title=""Sadface""/>"
17145,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1450,2014-12-29T01:04:00,The Hezbollah Republic,T-T so beautiful.
17146,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1450,2014-12-29T01:05:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Byzantine <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22947335#p22947335"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22947323#p22947323"">wrote</a>:</cite>To think Japan and Germany recreated their empires, and are now the one the top powers. T-T it's beautiful.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Yes but the revenge with Soviet Union, US has failed <img alt="":("" src=""./images/smilies/sm_sad.gif"" title=""Sadface""/></div></blockquote><br/>And Germany has succeeded, look at our empire, it's beautiful."
17147,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1450,2014-12-29T01:06:00,The New Byzantine,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22947347#p22947347"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The New Byzantine <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22947335#p22947335"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Yes but the revenge with Soviet Union, US has failed <img alt="":("" src=""./images/smilies/sm_sad.gif"" title=""Sadface""/></div></blockquote><br/>And Germany has succeeded, look at our empire, it's beautiful.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Yes, it's beautiful<img alt="":lol:"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_laugh.gif"" title=""LOL""/>"
17148,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1450,2014-12-29T01:07:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,Anyone want to reserve? I'll reserve Badassistanian China and Saudi Arabia automatically.
17149,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1450,2014-12-29T01:10:00,The Hezbollah Republic,I reserve France and Spain TG me the link.
17150,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1450,2014-12-29T01:12:00,Togeria,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22947361#p22947361"">wrote</a>:</cite>Anyone want to reserve? I'll reserve Badassistanian China and Saudi Arabia automatically.</div></blockquote><br/>I'll reserve Mexico, and Central America."
17151,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1450,2014-12-29T01:18:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Togeria <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22947385#p22947385"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22947361#p22947361"">wrote</a>:</cite>Anyone want to reserve? I'll reserve Badassistanian China and Saudi Arabia automatically.</div></blockquote><br/>I'll reserve Mexico, and Central America.</div></blockquote><br/>Are you sure?"
17152,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1450,2014-12-29T01:19:00,The New Byzantine,I'll reserve Japan and the Philippines
17153,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1450,2014-12-29T01:27:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<a class=""postlink-local"" href=""https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=5&amp;t=325259&amp;p=22947456#p22947456"">viewtopic.php?f=5&amp;t=325259&amp;p=22947456#p22947456</a>"
17154,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1450,2014-12-29T01:28:00,Zhenos,Give me Bhutan.
17155,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1450,2014-12-29T01:28:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,Bhutan is small weak and mini!<br/>Are you sure?
17156,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1450,2014-12-29T01:31:00,Zhenos,"<blockquote><div><cite>Dutchland-UK-Prussia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22947473#p22947473"">wrote</a>:</cite>Bhutan is small weak and mini!<br/>Are you sure?</div></blockquote><br/>Well it will be fun if something major happen from it then.<img alt="":p"" src=""./images/smilies/sm_tongue.gif"" title=""Razz""/>"
17157,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1450,2014-12-29T02:02:00,The New Byzantine,I guess this is close then lol
17158,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1450,2014-12-29T02:10:00,Kumbhalgarh,dont end it yet
17159,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1450,2014-12-29T02:17:00,The New Byzantine,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kumbhalgarh <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22947653#p22947653"">wrote</a>:</cite>dont end it yet</div></blockquote><br/><br/>We have a new RP"
17160,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1450,2014-12-29T03:10:00,The Dominion Of The Corn,Reserve me Sweden
17161,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1450,2014-12-29T03:14:00,The New Byzantine,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Dominion Of The Corn <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22947925#p22947925"">wrote</a>:</cite>Reserve me Sweden</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Hey corn, go here bro:<a class=""postlink"" href=""https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=5&amp;t=324804"" rel=""nofollow"">https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=5&amp;t=324804</a>"
17162,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1475,2014-12-29T03:17:00,The Dominion Of The Corn,"<blockquote><div><cite>The New Byzantine <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22947937#p22947937"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Dominion Of The Corn <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22947925#p22947925"">wrote</a>:</cite>Reserve me Sweden</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Hey corn, go here bro: <a class=""postlink"" href=""https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=5&amp;t=324804"" rel=""nofollow"">https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=5&amp;t=324804</a></div></blockquote><br/>Already did"
17163,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1475,2014-12-29T11:10:00,Badassistanian,Occ:can someone catch me up on the last 5 pages
17164,"1990 - World war 3 ( RP, IC )",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324805&start=1475,2014-12-29T11:37:00,Dutchland-UK-Prussia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Badassistanian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324805&amp;p=22951175#p22951175"">wrote</a>:</cite>Occ:can someone catch me up on the last 5 pages</div></blockquote><br/>We died and Byzantine is planning a new one."
17165,The Test of Time (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324944,2014-12-25T13:25:00,Photana,"<div align=""center ""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324856"" rel=""nofollow"">OOC</a><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Test of Time</span></span></div><br/>The year is<del>10,000</del>5000 BCE, and the world has been changed forever. One intelligent species,<span style=""font-style: italic"">Homo sapiens sapiens</span>- modern man, has spread out and dominated the globe, assimilating and annihilating his rivals. Man's spread, however, may be short lived. The world still remains in the depths of an Ice Age, much of the land is buried under miles of ice, and the land that remains unbarren is filled with deadly predators and dangerous prey. In this dangerous world, the seeds of something bigger than isolated tribalism are being planted. The dangers of this world force humans to co-operate, speak to each other, learn from each other. The dangers of this world force humans to move frequently, to use whatever they can to survive. This dangerous world kills many, and this high mortality rate has brought about ceremonies to honor the dead and prepare them for the next life.<br/><br/>But this dangerous world is changing. Slowly but surely, this world is changing. The snows come a bit later, the summer stays for longer and melts more of the ice and snow. As the world changes, so does humanity. This slow warming will not just provide more ways of gathering food, or expand hunting lands, the slow warming of the globe will start a revolution - Agriculture - that will allow humanity to settle, grow from village to town to city all the while expanding their minds as well. The slow warming of the globe will allow humanity to progress beyond simple tribes and start testing their ideas, but the true test - the Test of Time - has already begun, and though many groups will fail this test and be forgotten, some lucky few will pass this test, and lead humanity not only across this globe, but across the stars.<br/><hr/><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Azkainite Tale One: Kazos and the Farmers</span></span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">One day, Great Aztan Kazos was travelling his island.</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">As he traveled, he happened upon a group of men, cutting trees.<br/><br/>Kazos spoke to them, ""Men, why do you clear these trees? You are far from your village and have no use for clear land.""<br/><br/>""Great Aztan"", spoke back one of the men, ""we labor to clear these trees so we can plant where they once stood. The our plants can grow, and we can feed our people""<br/><br/>After speaking to the men, the Aztan continued through the land of his people. The next village he came upon was surrounded by fields of grains. He traveled through the fields into the village.<br/><br/>In this village, he saw prosperity. Children played in the streets, being well fed, men and women talked in the village center, occasionally biting from loaves and drinking grape juices. <br/><br/>Kazos continued his trek, and came across one final village. The grains were dead, dying, briwn, and covered in locusts. He traveled to the village. <br/><br/>Here, starved children sat outside their houses, too hungry to play. Men and women were wandering, starved and angry at each other.<br/><br/>The Azatn asked a villager, ""Why do you starve?""<br/><br/>The villager responded, ""The souls of the grains were not pleased with us, and invited the locusts and blight. We starve because of our hubris, we starve because we though we owned the earth.""<br/><br/>The Aztan completed his trip around the island, and when he returned to his village, he spoke thus: "" If man must plant, he will grow strong. But when he forgets his place, he will grow weak. Man must be balanced!"" </span>"
17166,The Test of Time (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324944,2014-12-25T14:32:00,The Orson Empire,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Korum, Mesopotamia</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">5,000 BCE</span><br/><br/>Korum was a large village consisting of 3,000 people who were referred to as the Koruma. The city was located in the fertile lands between the Tigris and Euphrates rivers in Mesopotamia (RL Babylon). The village consisted of many mudbrick and reed houses. There were also numerous farms in the village, as the Koruma had been practicing intense subsistence agriculture ever since they gave up their hunter-gatherer ways centuries ago. The farms depended on irrigation canals, a recent invention that had been made by the Koruma, so that they could be watered, as there was little water in the surrounding deserts. The village was a chiefdom, meaning that it was led by a chieftain who was chosen at birth to lead the village by the senior members of the most powerful families in the village; the current chieftain was Vulara. The shift to a chiefdom had created a much more complex society in Korum then was ever present before, marked by increased social stratification and declining egalitarianism (equality among everyone in the village). For the first time, instead of everyone being treated equally, those in the elite class enjoyed more privileges then the commoners.<br/><br/>Around the village was a large city wall made out of bricks, along with two gates. The walls were meant to protect Korum from attacks by other villages in the area, most notably a village the Koruma referred to as ""Ugor"". Ugor and Korum were two of the most powerful villages in the area, and they had been arch-enemies for decades. There has been frequent small scale combat between the two, but a full scale war has yet to erupt."
17167,The Test of Time (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324944,2014-12-25T15:11:00,Abrahammia,"In Confuse, people are beginning to make farms, as they see it as a more reliant source of food then hunting and gathering. Chief Confucius came up with the idea, but now has more plans. He instructs people to sacrifice animals near the farms. This way, the sun will be pleased by their offerings and grant them good harvest. To sacrifice an animal, people must kill it somehow, take it near a farm, and burn it. By burning it, you release its soul, which is the smoke. The smoke from the fire goes up to the sun and the animal disintegrates, showing that the sun is receiving the animal spirit."
17168,The Test of Time (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324944,2014-12-25T15:19:00,The Emerald Dragon,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Changdi, Okinawa</span><br/><br/><br/>Changdi. The one word that all the tribes in central Okinawa feared; it stood for brutal efficiency and the power of will. Tales of the adult male populace of Changdi, numbering just 150 defeating the larger forces of hostile tribesmen against the odds had become legendary. Their martial prowess having beaten back and decimated their enemies over the years, however, today all was quiet. The entire populace of the Taigami people lived in this settlement, protected by large mounds of mud that had been turned into a defensive embankment. Protected by this embarkment - the 'heartland' of the Taigami, the women and children who are destined to be mothers, warriors and living legends among the tribe in future generations. When they unify the Ryukyu Islands, then they will move onto the large and mysterious landmass to the West and use the island to the Southwest as a steeping stone. But for now, preparations for the annual warrior games among the younger generations take precedence over this mysteriously tempting pipe dreams. Getting caught up in these dreams will prove deadly, as they'll be unable to achieve them if they spend too much time fantasising and not enough fishing, farming and growing their community.<br/><br/>WIP"
17169,The Test of Time (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324944,2014-12-25T16:03:00,Stormwrath,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ethiopian highland<br/>Circa 5000 BC</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""So this is our new home.""</span><br/><br/>Akkwecis was climbing up the mountain to get a good view of the Awash River. With a rod in hand, the young man trudged on to the top. A hawk flew overhead as he climbed, flying towards the sun, the manifestation of Wesama. Certainly he wouldn't get tired, for the highlands provided cooler weather than their former home near the coast. Yamwiga, god of the night, was guiding his people with the stars; Wesama was guiding them by day. The gods have brought them here to live out the rest of their lives. And it was good. The banks of the Awash had fertile soil, albeit not as much as the Fertile Crescent; but still it could allow for them to build villages, followed by towns, and finally glorious cities.<br/><br/>He had made it to the top of the mountain, and he went over to stand on the cliff. He looked down towards the Awash River basin, where he could see a few towns begin to develop, surrounded by farm plots. This was only the beginning. The story of the Hamisa people. Hopefully Wesama and Yamwiga will continually be visible above their heads as they look to the sky."
17170,The Test of Time (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324944,2014-12-25T16:09:00,Jeremy Beaver,"Brittany, Modern Day France<br/>5,000 BCE<br/><br/>The Sha sits down for a moment reflecting the Events of today and asking for Guidance from Jusha the Deity of the Sha Bragenia. Jusha asks that the Village grow more than it has ever before. The Sha Immediately goes to the 2 Elders who then spread the news to the Village. The villagers start to draw plans for the Village on the ground, Squares and Rectangles represent Buildings and Sharp lines represent Roads. The Sha Aproves of the plans and immediately the Village goes into gathering Recources for the Immense work they must do. All of this for there one True Deity."
17171,The Test of Time (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324944,2014-12-25T17:58:00,The United Lands of Ash,"Popper Coast, Modern Day French Riviera<br/>5000 BC<br/><br/>The tiny villages have grown. By now most of what was a few villages with fields in between has grown into what could barely be called a city built of mud and clay surrounded by orchards and fields of grain.<br/><br/>Atlas smiled on his domain of sorts from the high hill giving him an entire vantage point of the ""city."" His forefathers, all named Atlas for the recorded history, would have been proud of the Flakian people's accomplishments. Just recently the ""wheel"" was discovered by a group of farmers to make carts for transporting grain and fruits. Atlas began to walk down the hill back into the city. He couldn't keep lollygagging like this.<br/><br/>""Atlas!"" Cried a bearded man as Atlas reached the city center.<br/>""Yes, Big?""<br/>""I believe I have discovered this material much stronger than wood!""<br/>""Do tell, Big""<br/>""It's amazing! Heat it up enough and it melts and then it becomes stronger and-""<br/>""Big, I don't think the farmers want their tools to melt"" Atlas said cutting him off.<br/>""Yes, but you super-heat it!""<br/>""Alright... Tell me about it later. I have work to do right now""<br/>""Of course, Atlas"" He muttered disappointed."
17172,The Test of Time (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324944,2014-12-25T19:19:00,Senkaku,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">North China Plain<br/>Xiushe Settlement<br/>c. 5,000 BCE</span><br/><hr/><br/><br/><br/>""The people of Zhugeh settlement wish for their representative to express their frustration. While we understand the utility of the new sericulture farm and the mulberry trees on it, the settlement is concerned that an overfocus on silk production could potentially impact our production of grain and increase the risk of starvation come winter."" The representative of Zhugeh, an elderly man, was wearing simple clothes, not the silk that a few of the representatives from the largest settlements wore. ""Additionally, if we do go ahead with such mass silk production, we would request the Council find some way to supply us with surplus grain, to ensure that we can produce silk for all and still be fed.""<br/>The Chancellor, Dejin of Lanhe, frowned. ""This seems like a reasonable request. At our last meeting, after we discussed our successful expedition against the villages to the southeast, Representative Yu of Rulu reported a significant grain surplus, some of which could go to waste. For this year, perhaps part of this surplus could be devoted to Zhugeh's granary.""<br/>The Representative of Xiushe, Kang of Xiushe, who was the head priest at the Xiushe temple (the largest temple in the land), frowned, but said nothing.<br/>Dejin noted this frown, but also said nothing.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>""I must tell you, I suspect Priest Kang disapproves of our action regarding Zhugeh and the new sericulture establishment there.""<br/>Dejin acted surprised. ""Oh? Why do you say that?""<br/>""He spoke to me, and later some of the priests, saying we should not allow them to complain and request such assistance. He believes they should be left to themselves to figure out how they may serve the state without being a burden.""<br/>The Chancelor frowned. ""I will deal with our dear High Priest.""<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Xiushe Temple<br/></span><br/><hr/><br/><br/>The Xiushe Temple sat on a hill just above the village, with its clay and mud-brick bulk extending the hill and giving the building a forbidding sense of power and an air of majesty. Around it, lesser towers were arranged as well, and they flew banners of fine silk to praise the gods.<br/><br/>A troop of soldiers, equipped with padded fabric armor and spears, was making their way up the hill as the sun rose. One was an officer of the Council, carrying a heavy stone tablet etched with writing, in the primitive characters of the People.<br/>It was a sentence for the arrest of Representative Kang, on charges of corrupting the minds of the people.<br/><br/>A few hours later, the temple's halls were stained with blood, and the power of the priests among the Ren had been broken forever.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">POST SUMMARY:</span><br/><br/>-The Ren are beginning to master sericulture and have a semi-organized militia, which has allowed them to expand slightly against other, smaller, less organized villages.<br/>-The priests have lost much of their influence."
17173,The Test of Time (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324944,2014-12-25T19:37:00,Jeremy Beaver,"The Sha Bragenia Modern day Brittany<br/>5000 BCE<br/><br/>The Sha's order to Expand the Village was fulfilled buildings were under construction and many of the villages Women were pregnant to have Baby's to grow the Village even more. The Farms outside of the Village were increasing there Field size to accommodate for the population increase. The expected population after this growth is expected to be around the 800's<br/><br/>Sha's House in the Village.<br/><br/>""I Want to create another Village outside of this one. Another Village if you will my freinds"" the Sha said to the 2 Elders. ""I believe we may be able to do so with 150 people. It will start small but I think the profits out of this will be great."" The other elder beside him says ""Perhaps we should send a scout to find a suitable area. Maybe a 5 or 6 man Party?"" The Sha Nodded ""Let it be so. Find a suitable area. This new Settlement will be called Sha Gruna""<br/><br/>It meant Paradise."
17174,The Test of Time (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324944,2014-12-25T20:13:00,The Orson Empire,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Korum<br/>5,000 BCE</span><br/><br/>Chieftain Vulara had been working to negotiate an end to the constant warfare between Korum and their rival Ugor, in hopes that they might one day become friends and defend each other from other villages in the area. The Ugorians were not cooperating. However, the Ugorians had recently stopped their normal raids, which was very strange. Vulara saw this as an opportunity to talk to the Ugorian chieftain. In soft clay, Vulara used a sharp tool to etch in symbols (as a form of proto-writing) that represented Vulara's peace terms. It was perhaps one of, if not the world's first peace treaty every created. After the clay hardened into a tablet, Vulara took the tablet and 5 guards wielding spears and bows with him on a journey to Ugor.<br/><br/>Once arriving, Vulara attempted to enter the city, and saying to the city guards that he was here to make peace. The Ugorian chieftain himself let Vulara and his guards in. Vulara showed the Ugorian chieftain the tablet. The chieftain then took the tablet and smashed it on the ground, and ordered his guards to apprehend Vulara and the 5 guards he brought along. Everything happened so quickly that Vulara could not respond in time. However, two of the guards managed to escape, but the Ugorians did not give chase. Vulara was then personally beheaded by the Ugorian chieftain with an axe, while the other 3 guards were impaled with spears.<br/><br/>The 2 guards that escaped made it back to Korum and informed the village of what had happened. The village was outraged, and the village leaders immediately ordered a force of 500 men to be assembled in order to destroy Ugor once and for all.<br/><br/>A full scale war was now imminent."
17175,The Test of Time (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324944,2014-12-25T20:54:00,Chrysaor,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Mekong Delta - 5000 BCE</span><br/><br/>Smoke filled his eyes as the cries grew louder, the sobs of orphans and the wailing of a widow. Elder An Yang looks on as the body of the young man who drowned that morning was carried to his resting place. Bouquets of grass and flowers were placed around the grave and burned, an offering to Hanu. ""May your soul travel safely through the Darklands to join Hanu and your elders"" An Yang declared. ""May your dreams and hopes become Him so when we pray we know that you listen."" Han Sa died young but he was brave and smart, the smartest in the tribe. He would be exactly what Hanu want and need. Most of all he was idealistic, he had an idea to help his people and though he failed, it almost worked.<br/><br/>The Anams were nomads, but they had not moved in almost a year now since The Great River blocked their path. The river was red and brown and ran to beyond where the eyes could see. Anams had never saw a body of water they could not walk past except the sea. And even the sea opened up for them when they decided the old lands had nothing left for the people. The elder rubbed his head, he was tired. He smiled when he remembered that at least it was not hopeless. Some younger ones found that the red soft dirt around the river worked miracles. When you plant certain things there, they grow and they grow quickly. Some of these crops were even edible! This new practice could well change everything that is Anam, no longer do the people have to rely what the trees were willing to give. They could plant what they need themselves! But An Yang had let other elders oversaw that project, for he was more interested in Han Sa's idea. The young man said he had found a way to cross The Great River. He crafted a wooden thing which he called it a raft. The raft mimics how animals would ride leaves over streams but this one could carry people. The first test ride was this morning but when a sudden wave crashed his raft, Han Sa's ideas died with him.<br/><br/>As the elder returned to his tent that evening, he felt only weariness and disappointment. What would now happen to his people? They wouldn't starve but they couldn't move and continue their lives either. An Yang prayed to Hanu that night before he went to sleep. Then in his sleep, the God himself bestowed upon him a vision. He saw where empty lands once stood were massive rice paddies and fields of vegetables. He saw where once only groups of traveling tents were now dotted by small houses. Finally, he saw that the river could no longer stopped them. Men and women rode things like rafts and travel between riverbanks with ease. It was a sight most marvelous!<br/><br/>When elder An Yang woke, he was sure Han Sa himself as Hanu must have showed him this dream. Though a few things about it puzzled the man. Even after they could, why did the people stayed in this land? Was it because now they have things worth staying for like rice fields and houses? Was this to be their future? The Elder mulled over his dream and questions for a long while. Before he knew, it was evening again and the tribe was again gathering around the campfire. An Yang walked out, he was going to announce to his people that they were no longer nomads. This land was now their home.<br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Summary:</span><br/>-Anam people settled down and started developing agriculture and basic sailing.<br/><br/>-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------<br/>4990BCE - Mekong Delta<br/><br/>An Rang looked down from the hill and admired her grandfather's work. Rice paddies now covered one side of the river and little villages could be spotted both near and far from where she stood, marked by the steady streams of smokes rising from their campfires. It had been merely a decade since An Yang decided that the Anam would take root and already their lives have changed so much. Food were in abundance from both the field and the river. Their dwellings were safe and because winter had never been harsh in the new land, fewer children died every year. They were happy. Though even as the sedentary life was good, in their blood the Anam were still travelers. This was especially true for An Rang for she was always an adventurous child. She was already an accomplished scout for the tribe by then and now she would lead the first group of settler to the other side of the river. The Anam would expand further in-land.<br/><br/>The final boat carrying her people should return to shore for her anytime now. An Rang took the chance to visit the temple one last time. The mud temple dedicated to Hanu had been grandfather's last grand project. In his last years, he figured out how to shape and create from the miracle soil they had plant on. Now to honor his immeasurable contribution to the people, the Anams placed An Yang at the center of the temple surrounded by the bones of every elders after him. The remains were on and around a large stone centerpiece carved from a big boulder which sat on the hill, a totem of the God of Death. The temple itself was built around it. Though it did not resemble much anything, to the people it was Hanu himself.<br/><br/>An Rang silently prayed for guidance from grandfather and Hanu. ""May I lead our people with the same wisdom you had."" She had both hopes and fears. They would learn so much, as they already had. This land had taught them to command the plants, to ride the waters and to shape the earth. Yet Anam's peaceful ways did not prepare them for enemies. Contact was made to strange tribes occupying the mainlands a few short weeks ago and already there had been trouble. For the first time, Anam's hunters were learning to use their tool against men.<br/><br/>An Rang worried. But for now she sailed the river to the other side."
17176,The Test of Time (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324944,2014-12-25T22:11:00,Reatra,"""Ainpi!"" Dan called.<br/>""Yes, Dan?"" Ainpi Rei asked.<br/>""Rentau has blessed us, for as the floods have not destroyed our fields this year. The same cannot be said of the Xian to the west, and it seems that they are starving. Their Ku is having trouble feeding his warriors, whose fields have been destroyed or trampled by fleeing beasts. Ainpi, this is the time to steal their fields and forests, if there ever was one."" Dan said.<br/>""Really, Dan? Are you sure?""<br/>""Yes!""<br/>""Then we truly are blessed by Rentau, and he favors us over the Xian... Go tell the Chiefs that I need their warriors... And I'll raise mine from their fields, bring them to Rainaut and we will subjugate their villages. Go, go!"" Re ordered.<br/><br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><br/>The sound of a hundred horses beating the earth rang throughout the countryside. They'd been riding for three hours, and finally they had come to the furthest east of the Xian villages. The chief there, after about thirty seconds of negotiation, the chief refused to surrender and swear a oath of loyalty to Ainpi Rei. Then came the cavalry charge. Horse archers and lancers armed with spears stormed onto the village. The battle lasted only a few minutes, and the Warriors from that village were nowhere near enough to fight off the Rainaut horsemen. Then, after the chief was killed and another one appointed, who just so happened to be a rather high-ranked warrior of Rei's, Rei rode on to the next village. Seeing the horde of cavalry scared the next four villages into submission, and the lack of resistance due to starvation made the conquest of most of Xian rather easy. In fact, this was the first of a series of conflicts that would take place over the next few centuries officially named ""The Rainaut Wars of Unification"", or, by most others, as ""The Millennia Long War"".<br/><br/>After the conquest of the weakened Xian, Ainpi Rei moved on to the not comparatively weaker tribe of the Songou, lived further inland along the Auktiu River. Then the Uanpu fell into submission too, soon, by roughly 4700 BCE, the Yangtze was conquered up to OTL Anhui province in China. Ainpi Rei didn't plan on stopping there, and he would continue to dominate Auktiu tribes for another thousand years."
17177,The Test of Time (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324944,2014-12-25T22:42:00,Jeremy Beaver,"Village of Sha Bragenia Modern day Brittany, France<br/><br/>""The Sha sends word that 6 Able Bodied men must go beyond the Village to look for Another place to Settle. Who among you Brave men will go beyond and continue our Legacy?"" 2 Men step forward after 1 minute, 3 more step forward. ""May Jusha give you the Strength to go on this journey, Good luck."" The 5 Men gather supplies and tools such as Stone Sharpened Knives and Axes and continue on there way East.<br/><br/>Later in A Farm out side of the Village<br/><br/>A Farmer notices that a Wolf is Injured outside of his House in the Field. At first he wants to kill it for Food but he changes his mind out of Mercy for the Wolf. He nurses it to Health and let's it stay in his House for a while to get Better."
17178,The Test of Time (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324944,2014-12-25T23:12:00,Paketo,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Village of Bleu Wolf, Modern day Munich area, Germany<br/>5000 BC</span><br/><br/>Bleuge crept silently through the forest with two other Carolia Hunter and his trusty hound. They were looking for a good prize of a deer for the village to partake of. The moved for another few minutes until they spotted two deer within the the trees. Bleuge grunted to the other men and the quickly notched arrows in their bows as Bleuge readied his spear. The two men released their arrows at the two deer and one flew straight and true right through the big buck's heart. The other arrow struck the smaller deer and the leg and it began to flee but Bleuge's hound quickly gave chase followed by the three hunters. The dog sunk his teeth into the deers leg taking it down to the ground before Bleuge ran up and finished it with his spear. It was a successful hunting trip for the group taking two large deer back to the village. Though the village did raise animals like cows and pigs for their meat and other things, supplementing meat from the forest was always welcome in the tribe.<br/><br/>The group of hunters had almost finished their trip but one last thing must be done before they could go home. They gathered the two deer together and quickly spoke a prayer to the two wolves as was the custom when you killed a animal. ""Great blue wolves who lead us to our home, take these to animals into your eternal embrace and we thank the, for their gift to us in giving their lives to feed us"" spoke Bleu before grabbing a deer and slinging it over his shoulders to carry.<br/><br/>The village was rather quiet as the hunting party returned. It was large holding 950 people but they lived a very peaceful lives with few other people ever coming to the village, in peace or war. Built up earthen mounds with sharpened sticks at the top were the only real defense of the village with men being posted their to keep watch every day. The inside of the village was mostly just large wooden shacks next to fields and animal pens. The center of the village was the one difference to this rule though as at the center stood the meeting hall, a great hall that the entire village built together, and the storehouse where the food and other items were stored.<br/><br/>The store house was of course where Bleuge and the two others were going needing to drop off the two fresh kills. Their meat would be a valued addition to the regular diet of the Carolins."
17179,The Test of Time (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324944,2014-12-25T23:17:00,Alleniana,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Jaza</span><br/><br/>""Look, there's nothing here. The fish are dying in the rivers, the locals are kidnapping our children... why must you keep us here?""<br/><br/>The bearded chieftain turned around and roared.<br/><br/>""For the last damn time, there's nothing wrong with the land! I've said, it's bears! Why the bloody hell would the locals kidnap our children? Do they eat brains or something?""<br/><br/>A few of those around the village, hearing the uproar and the words spoken, nearly agreed. The people around here, despite their similarities in habit were... nasty. Who knew if they ate brains or not? They wouldn't even put it beyond them to have poisoned the rivers to kill the fish. There was no lost love, despite the chieftain's insistence on staying.<br/><br/>Many had still wanted to leave, though, to continue to pursue their wandering tribal lifestyle, until this point. Rarely did their leader lose his temper thus, and rarely so passionately. Perhaps, with this abruptness, he was right. Though in the beginning, he had been one of few to want to settle down, more and more came over, simply by the force and mass of his personality. He stamped off, leaving a half-impressed half-fearful gathering of people, sorting berries and scratching around in the dirt for forage.<br/><br/>Soon, a light drizzle began as the patriarch made his way to a stream, washing his grimy face and looking into it, kneeling. He, unknowing of the effects he caused, instead began to doubt himself. Was it right to go off like that? Though many might have been convinced, that woman he'd yelled at... once, she had been his friend. Once, a partner, a confidante. Now... he was the leader, she a subject.<br/><br/>How hateful it was.<br/><br/>And perhaps, as if reading his mind, the gods spoke, and spat. The rain slowly increased, sending him looking for cover and standing up, furs lightly shuffling in the wind, and then a crack, a force of god, witnessed by most even through the increasingly strong rain.<br/><br/>Lightning.<br/><br/>A few seconds passed before anyone looked, all shocked by its violent sound and blinding light, and there he was, black and yellow and falling into the stream, eyes glazed over and flesh roasted, cooled in both the rain from the heavens, the water flowing upon the earth and his family running over, crying, tears dripping. And then another strike, somewhere in the distance, bringing everyone back to the soaked present, and all were sent scattering.<br/><br/>The heavens had spoken loud and clear, their ancestors having expired into the air via ashes returned with the opposite of their method of departure to guide them. The tribe began packing up the next morning and was gone, to the locals' relief, by the night after.<br/><br/>The dawn after saw only a charred body, caught on a branch in a dried river, torn apart by bears. Bears with teeth stained by human children. How curious. But none saw but the heavens."
17180,The Test of Time (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324944,2014-12-26T00:28:00,Jeremy Beaver,"Brittany Modern Day France<br/><br/>The Scouts returned with great news. Lush Plains and forests awaited them outside of this Village The Sha Immediately sent Settlers there with Carts of Building supplies and Food aswell as Farming tools and Seeds 165 Men and Women were on there way to a bright Future.<br/><br/>But there was a catch. The food was expected to last Weeks. But they only had enough room for 5 days. They had to move quickly. Water wasn't a problem as they were expected to find a river to cross and drink from, as reported by the Scouts.<br/><br/>In a Farm house outside the Village the Farmer has Tended too and released the Injured Wolf. How ever the Wolf does not leave. He sits outside the door and waits for the Farmer to wake up in the Morning and Tend the Farm and watch. Eventually the Farmer Adopted this Wolf as one of his own."
17181,The Test of Time (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324944,2014-12-26T00:46:00,Abrahammia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Confuse</span><br/><br/>In medical science, the people have realized that people that live or work closely with sick people often get sick themselves. Chief Confucius learns of this and creates a new rule: people that are stricken with illness cannot work with healthy people. They will instead work in a separate hole, where they will make spears and bows for hunters.<br/>The hunters in Confuse have recently encountered other tribes towards the east. The hunters see that the people there pray to the sun and the moon as gods, not as God and devil. The people of Confuse are enraged by their ignorance and demand something be done about them. In order to stop them, Chief Confucius orders the sick ones to migrate there, posing as nomads that are in need of shelter and community. Their real goal is to infect them, to weaken their society, to make them less powerful than Confuse so that they may be crushed by our people."
17182,The Test of Time (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324944,2014-12-26T01:56:00,The United Lands of Ash,"Popper Coast, The Flakian City<br/>Three years after the discover of ""bronze""<br/><br/>Atlas watched the new militia of 40 train with their newly made weapons cast from bronze. Big was right all along. Whatever he had found it was great! Farmers could plow the fields much easier, a bit of decoration for homes could be made, and, of course, weapons. For a good year now some local barbarians had been pestering the city. They were primitive and stupid to say the least. With this new militia they will easily be taken care of.<br/><br/>Atlas looked up at the sky. It was about time for the farmers to give thanks to Macka. Maybe he'd join them today?"
17183,The Test of Time (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324944,2014-12-26T02:57:00,The Jonathanian States,"<span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Na Albidor</span></span><sup>Year twenty and four of Gerold</sup><br/>As the young man passed into the room of his father, the old chief, he stood silent. Mavet, Aspect of death, had taken his dues. With no sound to be heard, he slowly stepped to the bed holding his the body of Chief Gerold. Kneeling down, he solemnly said his prayers to Mavet-Leben, the aspects of death and life, to guide his father to safety in the afterlife, so that Gerold may see what all Albi wish to see, the knowledge of all and ancient homelands.<br/>Noticing the continuous silence finally a slave approached the room, waiting outside until Eul signaled him to enter. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Let him be carried out and prepared.</span>"", Eul told the man. As he stood up, the new Chief motioned a circle in front of himself, and the slave replied.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 140%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Nedipunk</span></span><sup>Year one of Eul</sup><br/>The small boat halted at the dock. Carrying the body of the deceased were four slaves, marching in unison through the village. Following them was Eul, son of Gerold, flanked by the priests who had come to the last ceremony of their previous chief.<br/>As the procession walked through the village, people would stop and pay a last homage to the dead chief by kneeling as the procession approached and rising solely when it had passed.<br/>Finally they had passed the village and reached their location. Here his father's remains would rest. The slaves lowered the corpse into the hole that had been dug as the priests chanted prayers and said words. As son and new chief Eul too had to do so when his turn came, and he did. After they had finished, one of the priests stepped to Eul and whispered to him ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">The stone of record is in the makings, worry not, chief</span>"". And then he too walked away, leaving behind Eul with his sorrow.<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">From ashes we come and to ashes we go.</span>"
17184,The Test of Time (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324944,2014-12-26T08:33:00,Cymrea,"<a class=""postlink"" href=""https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z_Cc20I-maM&amp;index=9&amp;list=PLyNX27HJU3x1Zn7I9sZ3hKwC5-KIWwVT1"" rel=""nofollow"">Accompanying music</a>.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Seretan Henge, east of Caeramor</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">4750 BCE</span><br/><br/>In the end, the Klakamas Bloodlord’s own men had done the despot in. A knife in the back, so it was said.<br/><br/>Ever thus for terrestrials, it was also said.<br/><br/>Orwyn - the barrel-chested chief of Caeramor - had finally secured the rival village, though the fighting was long and grueling and bloody. But never so bloody as when the Serran archers advanced on the primitive fortifications of the village green. Smoke hung heavily in the air, obscuring sight and choking lungs. As the Celestial Warriors moved forward, the Klakamas fighters waved a sodden and filthy tunic that might once have been white.<br/><br/>In an apparent act of contrition, the surrendering men hung the Bloodlord’s body from the totem pole of the village, with more emerging from the redoubts with arms raised. Some cast their weapons to the ground and stood sullenly; others fell to their knees and wept. Still more attempted to bargain with the Serrans for their lives, shouting over one another in their haste to lay blame at the feet of some other tribesman or, more often, the Bloodlord himself. All were taken prisoner and kept in the same longhall they had so recently abandoned.<br/><br/>That was five days past, and the restoration of Klakamas was already well underway; with the new dawn, the village would be named Gwynamor. Orwyn had already dispatched couriers home to his palisaded city of Caeramor and to the Solar Court in Caer Serra. The locals were wary and understandably hesitant to cooperate fully with the Serrans. But when they saw Orwyn, bare chested and helping to re-secure the smashed defences, the people of Klakamas warmed slightly. They even voiced disappointment at learning that Orwyn was likely not to be their new chief, but instead a temporary governor.<br/><br/>Klakamas was to become a minor Serran fort and a prominent Astran would be invested as chief and steward for the Sun King. Orwyn knew of a few potential candidates, but was not so well informed of the current court intrigues to wager more than speculation.<br/><br/>The next day was to be the sixth since capturing the village and its belligerents. Sixth days were for judgment and justice. Orwyn was unsure how the people of Klakamas would react upon witnessing Serran justice being meted out. But the Celestial Code was clear and Orwyn was a devout follower of the faith.<br/><br/>As the sun descended on the sixth day, the prisoners were brought out one at a time and lashed to stout pillars of blackthorn in the centre of a henge carved and constructed from the local stone. Ninety-nine prisoners in all - an auspicious number, claimed Orwyn's druid advisor. The Star Kings would be most pleased. The astral faith held that blackthorn was used for purification and protection, ridding the atmosphere of negative energy; aided in combating fear, depression and anger. It represented the strong action of fate and outside influences that must be obeyed.<br/><br/>Long shadows pierced the orange light of dusk as the druids prepared the pillars with holy oils, chanting in Old Serran. Finally, all was ready as the last light of the day fled the sky. The (now) thralls of Klakamas waited in the dark for the chief’s pronouncement.<br/><br/>“You have committed fell acts against your own people,"" he stated in the Klakamas tongue, his baritone carrying on the evening breeze, ""abusing them where you should protect; assaulting them where you should defend; and robbing where you should serve. Your deeds are an affront to those who watch this world, and preside over it. For those deeds, we hold you responsible. And for those deeds you will make restitution with your lives. If the ancestors see fit to grant you mercy and forgiveness, it will be on the other side of the Great Black Sea.”<br/><br/>Orwyn nodded to the men holding the torches. “In the name of the ancestors and the Astrans and King Bren Winterborn, and for the people of Serra, I execute your sentence in the ancient Serran fashion: death by purifying fire.”<br/><br/>The torches were touched to the oil-soaked pillars of blackthorn. Immediately they caught and burned vigourously. The screams of the captives were terrible, and all but the most vengeful people soon looked away.<br/><br/>The flames leaped high, licking at the emerging stars, waving joyfully at the home worlds. Wood smoke and human souls intermingled as they ascended to the heavens on roaring red-gold wings."
17185,The Test of Time (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324944,2014-12-26T10:18:00,Chrysaor,"4750 BCE- Mekong Delta<br/><br/>The runner made it back to the village shortly before nightfall, he was wounded. Instead of finding help, he went straight to the largest stilt house in the village which belonged the An clan. Though the Council of Elders was still respected in matters daily, it was a time of crisis in which the people would rather follow the leadership of the An clan, An Nam’s most respected family. His presence hadn't escape the notice of villagers and soon a crowd was clamoring behind the bleeding man. An Ma, descendant of An Yang and the best warrior in the tribe was sparring with her nephew when the panicked mass reached their yard.<br/><br/>""Big sister, it is most dire"" the runner gasped, barely standing now. ""The...Shanni attacked. West Village overrun. They killed our people, took our livestock and burned our fields. It is Hanu blessings that I made it back to you. You must...""<br/><br/>He fainted before he could finish his plea but An Ma knew exactly what she had to do. The crowd was hysterical now. Shouts and cries filled the village attracting even more people to the clanhouse. Many were wailing, some bewildered but most of them were just angry. The Shanni had been their rival for many generations. They clung on every scrap of territory this side of the river, fighting An Nams at every step. An Ma was surprised but at the same time she was not. Surprised that Shannis would resorted to this even as she knew the day was inevitable.<br/><br/>While tensions had been high since first contact hundreds of years ago, until now both sides had avoided open conflicts and even occasionally maintained a relationship, albeit a difficult one. Their previous chieftain, Shali the Wise, was a most reasonable man. He detested bloodshed as much as An Nams and his dealings with the Council of Elders and her father almost made them allies. She was most fond Kai, his younger son as well. An Ma still remembered that day years ago when her father asked her and An Linh, her sister, whether they would married Shanli’s sons to ensure peace for both their people. The very next day the chieftain was murdered by Ago, his eldest son and a noted brute. Ago instantly became chieftain and since then An Nams had suffered endless sabotages and raids. But to destroy an entire village? An Ma was angry at herself that she did not think Ago capable of this. Though the West Village was new it was already thriving with vast fields, bountiful fish farms and more and more people each day. All lost. An Ma calmed her pleading their patience and went inside to An Linh.<br/><br/>“Is it already time, sister?” her big sister asked from where she sat breastfeeding her youngest “Is it time for vengeance?”<br/><br/>“Should we, sister? The way of An Nams is the way of peace. I would not send more of us, and theirs, to Hanu before their time.” Though she was also angry, An Ma pitied the Shanni as well.<br/><br/>“What choice do we have? They have already killed our people, my husband! Or do you not remember sister?” An Linh was consumed by grief. Her husband was just one of the many lost to Ago’s many raids. Unlike her sister, after her father's plans fell through An Ma remained unmarried.<br/><br/>“Perhaps not so many need to die? Ago is our problem, not the Shanni. Do you remember Shanli’s younger son? I know Kai yet lives and if he is half as much like he was when we were friends then there might be peace for our people.”<br/><br/>“What’s your plan then?” she said nothing yet but already her sister was skeptical.<br/><br/>“Kai once told me of Shanni's traditions. If we were to challenge his honor, he would have no choice to duel our champion. If we win, Kai would be chieftain”<br/><br/>""And who would be our champion""<br/><br/>""I would be""<br/><br/>An Linh was quiet, then she laughed.<br/><br/>Two days after the attack, Ago had accepted their challenged and they were to meet by an open field by the river. At dawn of the third day, the An sisters embarked from their village with 100 warriors, a few elders as witnesses and a priest of Hanu lest their champion fell in combat. Neither Ago nor her entourage, except her sister, knew An Ma herself was to be their champion. An Linh walked beside her in grave silence, she still thought this plan foolish.<br/><br/>When they arrived it was already noon and opposite them, on the far side of the field, were the warriors of Shanni, and Ago their Chieftain at the center with Kai next to him. An Ma thought it was the strangest thing in the world to look upon him, a man like any other man, and think that one of us presently would kill the other. Ago was a tall and lean man with black hair and thick beard. He was thin yet somehow bloated, with pouting lips; a very unpleasant looking person. Then he and An Ma came close and each had to rub salt on their hands then wiped it on each other’s cheek , an ancient Shannian oath on behalf of both peoples that all the agreements would be kept. Now the people on both sides had to be pressed back with the butt-ends of stone spears, and the field cleared. Hushed whispers traveled across both side in agitated silence.<br/><br/>""Now, Annam,"" said Ago suddenly, ""let us begin. Where is your champion?"" An Ma flung off her cloak, drew her spear, and stepped out onto the open land. The Shanni men roared with laughter. The Anam mob gasped. ""Heh. A woman fighting"" Ago sneered ""What manners of joke will you vermins come up with next I wonder"". They were within ten paces of each other, then five; then they were at it.<br/><br/>She was quick on her feet and soon she felt sure he could not kill her. But An Ma was less sure that she could kill him either. She was afraid the thing should last too long and his greater strength would grind her down. But Ago was not a good warrior. He came to power through petty plots and tricks instead of through strength like his predecessors. A few more minutes of harmless sparring past and then a cloud came over his face. This she would later understand as the face of a man who began to believe this is their death. It was then when he made his first bad mistake, and An Ma missed her chance. It seemed a long time but it was a few minutes before he made it again. That time she was ready for it. An Ma gave a straight thrust and then, all in one motion, wheeled her spear round and cut him deeply in the inner leg where no healer could stop the bleeding. She jumped back of course, lest his fall should bear down on her. She was scarcely out of breath even; most of my bouts with her warriors had been far longer. Why this man, a weakling and a brute, became a chieftain in the first place she did not understand. People ran to him, but there was no possibility of saving his life. The shouting of the mob deafen her.<br/><br/>""Strangers,"" said An Ma, ""you have seen Chieftain Ago killed in clean combat. And now his brother Kai would be chief. Is there any more debate concerning this succession?""<br/><br/>About half a dozen of them, who had no doubt been Ago's chief partisans, made no other answer than to ran off. The rest all raised their their spears and axes and shouted for Annam and for peace. Kai, now Chieftain Kai approach her with a sad look on his face. An Ma was worried what this would mean.<br/><br/>""I shall mourn him as my brother but I will not miss him as a chieftain. I had fear he would our people to doom, challenging Annam a tribe so much larger than ours."" he explained ""Blessed the sky and the earth that you lead your people with such wisdom and mercy...old friend. Now that you have justice, I wish we could restore our clans' friendship, the one my brother so foolishly destroyed.""<br/><br/>An Ma made no effort to hid her relief and smiled.<br/><br/>""Now, my lady,"" said Kai in her ear, ""it's an absolute necessity that you should bid some of our notables to a feast at the village. We must discuss the terms of our alliance further""<br/><br/>In the end there were five and twenty of them who rode back from that field back to Shanni. The Chieftain was at An Ma's side, saying all manner of fine things about her as indeed he had some reason. Both were happy for peace between their people and kept up the courteous banter. An Ma was happy, as she was long ago before Ago became chieftain and the start of all their troubles. The feast were sudden and thus humble but the occasion was a joyous one, a generations long conflict was finally ended. Shanni would return all they had robbed and pillaged to the Annam and they would repay for their crimes by becoming one with the Annam tribes.. That night the chieftain met An Ma in her guest room and they reconciled their romance. Before that summer ended they were married, ensuring an alliance between Shanni and Anam. Now for both people, a new world very bright world seemed to be opening."
17186,The Test of Time (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324944,2014-12-26T10:31:00,The Jonathanian States,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Ready thy axe and thy bow for Mavet is calling</span><br/>-Book of Da, late pre-canonical</span></div><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Na Albidor</span></span><sup>Year One of Eul</sup><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Eul now finally has found peace!</span>"" The speaker stopped to motion the circle, which was answered by most of the attending, and then continued. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">But as he did before me I shall ensure the disaster doesn't happen again. Never again.</span>"".<br/>Words of approval were murmured, especially the last sentence, an almost traditional catchphrase on the scourge. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">We have been blessed to survive as guardians of wisdom, but our blessing has turned us to the path of war. And then if war is the divine will, then who are we to resist. As my father did before me, his father did before him, and his father's father did before, we shall advance. For we are in hostile lands brought here by divine will. In the name of Eul, in the name of Mavet, in my name of Gerold, let us prepare now, my sons and daughters. Let us prepare now for war</span>"".<br/>And so they did. For it had been the will of God in all his aspects that led them from their land and it had been in his will that they landed in these hostile lands. In his will they became warriors and in his name they shall have conquered.<br/>For it had been him - Mavet - who collected them and their enemies - and it had been him - Da - who had foreseen.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-size: 140%; line-height: 116%;"">In his name thou shallst kill for it is in his name thou exists</span><br/>- Book of Grand Priests, Jager<br/></span></div><br/><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Norolm, upstream of Na Albidor</span></span><sup>Year One of Eul</sup><br/>Slowly the boats advanced, their black sails slowly streaming through the night. On the first of the boats stood Eul, watching, almost glaring, with a fervor that none had known in him before, towards the lighted village ahead of them.<br/>As he heard silent footsteps from behind the chief turned around. It was the Priest. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">What do you want, Jager</span>"", he spoke, somewhat spiteful, while refocusing on his targets. The priest sighed ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">To see my chief one additional time before he does something we all might regret.</span>"". ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">I already told you that what has been said has been said. I will not overturn my decision. They are a thread to our dor. They are a threat to our region. They are a threat to our people. Never again.</span>"".<br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Never again, Eul. Never again. But is causing a war and bringing deaths upon your house the right way to ensure the people's safety?</span>"". Eul merely shrugged. His mind had been made up, his decision had fallen. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Very well, my chief, then I shall have one last prayer with the fighters</span>"".<br/>As they slowly came closer finally the event Eul had awaited happened. One of the positions close to the river seems to have noticed their advance. With a single hand-signal half of the fighters, men and women alike, threw their weapons at the shore and jumped off, while the boats continued straight along the river. And as the first half carefully sneaked towards the town, the rest made sure to keep the enemy aware of the boats until they arrived. And then the battle begun. The enemy has had time enough to hide woman, children and the few old in the holdfast, while the men had rushed out to the shore to catch the invaders before they could land.<br/>As the boats floated by Norolm the first blood was spilled. Hit by an arrow the first Norolmian fell. He would not be the last, but none would fall for so cheap. The combat rang on for what seemed like hours, men of both sides falling. Merely two Norolms for every three Albian, when finally Eul sighed a relief. The first party, lead by his younger brother, had managed to push their way to the shore. For a short while still the Norolmians fought on until the first dropped his weapons and like the spread of a wildfire rapidly the remaining did so as well. Only three last Norolmian warriors, brothers by blood and arms, held their weapons in hands. Aware of the Albian corpses around them Jager finally gave them an offer. The brothers would be guaranteed their freedom, including to leave, but with a single weapon for each, and in recognition of the brethren's bravery the Norolmian people would live. They accepted, and left within that same night, heading north overland.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-size: 130%; line-height: 116%;"">Taketh as I giveth you, for it is mine</span><br/>- Creations, 6:8<br/></span></div><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Norolm, land of the Albi</span><sup>Year One of Eul</sup><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Have you searched the whole village, Rollo?</span>"", Eul had had a seat from the Chief's holdfast brought outside for him to view the gathering of captives. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">I have, brother. These are all. I already had the weapons be gathered and placed under guard together with their food.</span>"". ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Thank you, brother mine, I shall remember this.</span>"". The Albian Chief stepped forward, glancing upon the group. Mostly wives and children, but some men still stood there amongst them. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Move them apart</span>"", he called upon the soldiers. As they had finished doing so, he pointed at three of the younger women, ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">She, She, and She. Those are mine. He,</span>"" he pointed at one of the older men, the one who had been the first to surrender,""<span style=""font-style: italic""> shall be of the thinkers.</span>"".<br/>Eul sat down, glancing at his brother,""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Then you fought well, now you may choose well.</span>"". And after Rollo came the other ranked fighters. Following them came the regulars, each receiving less choice.<br/>And as all but the priest had taken their due, the Albian ruler rose once again and spoke, to all, but mostly to his priest, ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">And the remains shall be yours, Jager, to be released as you see fit, whence you consider them ready to be true Albi.</span>"".<br/>And as evening fell plans were made for partitioning the property, with the lion's share going to Rollo, who was intended to be the new master of this village in his brother's name. Preparations were also made for the partial departure two days later, once all had been organized and secured."
17187,The Test of Time (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324944,2014-12-26T12:27:00,Abrahammia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Confuse</span><br/><br/>The people of Confuse work to create weapons to annihilate the heretics to the east. The idea of spreading plague to their tribes (stated in previous post) would definitely help, as sick fighters were no good, though they needed more. The people needed new weapons, and so they began thinking and working.<br/><br/>Recently, someone has been seen being bitten in the hand by a venomous snake. This person died shortly after, but the witness to this incident has noted the color and pattern of the snake. After drawing this picture for the chief, the chief ordered the hunters to find and bring back the heads of snakes like that so that their venomous teeth may be extracted to be used as arrowheads. They would then wait a fortnight to let the plague spread before raiding their tribe. This tribe is known to the people of Confuse as AnPeeSee (NPC)."
17188,The Test of Time (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324944,2014-12-26T14:14:00,The Orson Empire,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Chiefdom of Korum<br/>4750 BCE</span><br/><br/>Ugor had long fallen to Korum domination. 250 years ago, their chieftain had made a fatal mistake by killing Vulara. The Koruma struck back fiercely, and in just a single battle, they quickly overwhelmed the defending Ugorians. The Koruman militiamen dug tunnels underneath the city walls of Ugor and streamed into the city, slaughtering defending Ugorian militiamen and civilians alike. After the bloody fight ended, the Ugorian chieftain was captured and was killed in the same way Vulara was killed- decapitation. The chieftain's head was placed on the tip of a spear, and the spear was displayed outside the city. It was a warning to anyone who attacked the Koruma, because if they did, the same fate would happen to them. The rest of the village surrendered.<br/><br/>Celebrations were held back in the village of Korum, and the people drank beer (which had been discovered centuries earlier) and began to make animal sacrifices to their ancestors as a ways of thanking them for guiding the Koruma during this struggle.<br/><br/>However, the celebrations did not last for too long, as Korum's militiamen would have to regroup in preparation for any sort of retaliation from other villages that sympathized with or were allied with Ugor. And thus, centuries of warfare had now begun.<br/><br/>Korum made an alliance with another village known as Yoruk, which had also been frequently attacked by the Ugorians. The villages combined their forces of militiamen and began a series of military campaigns to the south, towards the Persian Gulf. Dugout boats began to sail down the Euphrates and Tigris rivers and deploy militiamen in some of the first amphibious invasions in history, as well as for transporting supplies supplies. Dozens of villages were engaged, with many of them being defeated and falling under Koruman and Yorukan rule. They were now two of the most powerful chiefdoms in Mesopotamia."
17189,The Test of Time (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324944,2014-12-26T15:23:00,The Jonathanian States,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">And sons shall be be unto the tyrant and the true</span><br/>-Creations, 4:10<br/></span></div><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 110%; line-height: 116%;"">Na Albidor</span></span><sup>Year three of Eul</sup><br/>A hunting party returned to the village. As the lead rider crossed the defenses and into the town a man came running to him. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">My chief</span>"", the slave took a second to breath,""<span style=""font-style: italic"">My chief, your wife, she has born you a son but...</span>"".<br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">How is he?</span>"", asked the chief. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">He is alive and seems to be well. That is not it. It is your wife</span>"". ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">What is it with her?</span>"", asked the now nerved rider. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">She is dead, Eul. You left your wife to birth you a son and she died while doing so without you. Shall so an Albi chief behave?</span>"" The reply was that of Born the Norolmian. One of the Norolmians given to Jager, the one who had proven most open to assimilation and integration, and so had earned his freedom.<br/>It was only the arrival of the hunting companions that prevented Eul from killing him on the spot. And in that same night Born together with his wife and newborn child left Na Albidor, going river up on foot.<br/>Days and maybe weeks passed with nothing new.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-size: 140%; line-height: 116%;"">Just shall flock with just against those unfaithful to his path</span><br/>-Addendums, Jovanes<br/></span></div><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Norolm-Albiis</span><sup>Year four of Eul</sup><br/>And it had been after the incident of the wife of Eul that the Norolmian Born and those of his had left Na Albidor and it had been in the third year of Eul that he came upon Norolm-Albiis the town of Rollo son of Gerold.<br/>Half a year had passed since then, and the Norolmian had been integrated into the new society of the city he once had been part of, in a different time, a different age. It was a different place. Stepping out of his house in which he had been in prayer for the birth of his second son, sided by his friend Rollo, he saw a messenger from far Na Albidor come to him. The messenger upon confirming that he was in fact Born the Norolmian, he who had left Na Albidor in the third year of Eul, told him as such ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">It is by decree of chief Eul of the Albi that you are hereby summoned to Na Albidor to receive your sentence of justice for the crimes of murder and curse upon Eul son of Gerold and those of his.</span>"". To show the seriousness of the matter to armed guards who had come with the messenger revealed their weapons at ready.<br/>Yet Rollo would not hold such accusations against his friend, and it was not long as he too pulled his weapon, motioned for Born to do so to, and called for a guard of his own. With loyalty to Rollo being high, and Born having integrated well into his knew home, the three armed men standing in front of the messenger rapidly turned into a crowd of armed men and women surrounding the three Na Albidorians. It was only then that Rollo spoke a second time, and with a booming voice declared, in clear recognition of the messenger's declaration,""<span style=""font-style: italic"">It is by decree of myself, Rollo son of Gerold, brother of Eul, that these three men who have entered Norolm-Albiis under arms with the intent of harming a true Albian are to be disarmed and arrested to face trial before the Albi on the charges of attempted murder</span>"". It was with a rousing cheer that the crowd erupted forward and took hold of the three men.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-size: 130%; line-height: 116%;"">But he who is unjust shall stumble and find rock</span></span><br/>-Book of Grand Priests, Jager</div><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Norolm-Albiis</span><sup>Year one of Rollo</sup><br/>Aware of his action Rollo called up other lords of the area, first and foremost of the conquests of the west and south, followed by the old lords of the west, and some others.<br/>In an obvious kangaroo court Born was convened upon by the the lords of Rollo and was found innocent of all charges. Together they formed a coalition against the tyranny of Eul and would unite their forces to topple him.<br/>After a bloody conflict the coalition had pushed back Eul's loyalists to Na Albidor and Na Albidor alone. When Rollo offered his older brother to cease his rule peacefully in return for being granted permission to continue living as his status would award him the tyrant declined. Instead what he offered his younger brother was a duel. One against each other, under a flag of truce above the cliffs of Nedipunk. With Rollo's agreement that indeed happened.<br/><br/>Once there, both brothers prepared and finally stepped upon the pre-maked area. A battle of brothers, to be fought to the death. And whatever blood was split, 'twas the same. Eul tried first, using his greater strength as prime advantage, hacking forward with his axe. Rollo carefully jumped back, forth, and to the sides. Slashes started to exchange and parries were made. It was only as the sun's position already had moved that it happened. Lunging at his brother's flank Rollo slipped and fell. As Eul raised his axe for a devastating strike he took a step forward. And his footing uneven he fell as well, close enough for Rollo to rise, and stab his spear through the back of the tyrant until it reached out on the other side, carving into the stone.<br/><br/>And with the ascension of the Rolloid house came a first golden age upon the Albi. Under Rollo came the Great Albian Law. That all true Albians shan't be killed but before a trial of the law of the land, priests, and men. And under his sons and their sons came an era of technology, conquest, and assimilation of the conquered."
17190,The Test of Time (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324944&start=25,2014-12-26T19:02:00,Paketo,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""> Just as Aura gives man life on land, Carna takes it away and puts man among the stars</span><br/>-Book of the Wolves</div><br/><br/>The cry of a newborn broke the silence of night as Bleuge's grandchild came into the world, a gift from Aura. Across the village, Bleuge lied on a bed of straw old and gray. His life was almost done and Carna would be here to take him soon but a last gift it seemed had happened as his grandchild was born before he was carried to the stars. A lone warrior ran as fast as his legs could carry him across the village to deliver the news to Bleuge. ""Great elder"" said the warrior as he entered the hut ""Aura has delivered your granddaughter into this world"". Bleuge started laughing which turned into coughing ""it is good"" said Bleuge ""the wolves have seen fit to let me live long enough to have my granddaughter born but my time grows close. Carna will carry me to the stars very soon. I have lived a long and good life and it will soon end letting me join the great wolves"". Bleuge started to laugh again, laughing for another 10 seconds before speaking again ""I can see him Carna is here for me. Tell my family good bye Sori, I will be among the stars"". Bleu stopped breathing after he finished speaking and he shut his eyes with a look of peace on his face. A great man had died and the entire village would mourn his passing but celebrate his life.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">The Wolf is brave, the world is cunning, the wolf is a warrior. To be a like a wolf in battle is to bring honor to the Twin gods who came to earth as blue wolves to guide their people</span><br/>-Book of the Wolves</div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">4860 BC</span><br/><br/>The warriors lied in wait among both sides of the forest path waiting for the war party of the Chro, a village in the north, as it had been spotted by scouts coming towards Bleu Wolf. Suddenly down the path came a group of Carolin warriors, 50 strong which was only half the strength of the warriors in the forest, and behind them was the Chro war group which stood at 200 strong. The chro ran after the 50 warriors who quickly ran along the forest path past the warriors hidden among the trees and as the warriors passed, great balls of straw coated with pitch from the swamps were lit with torches and rolled down the hill straight into the chro warriors. Their war party was disorganized and that was when the Carolia warriors charged from the forest and the 50 warriors in front changed direction began to fight. The battle was bloody but the Carolia came out victorious after losing 30 warriors to the enemy. The cost to the Chro was much higher though as they lost a total of 97 warriors before retreating.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""> One must know when your pack must pull back......</span><br/>-Book of the Wolves</div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">4840 BC</span><br/><br/>The village of Chro was on fire but they still far outnumbered the Carolia war party. 190 warriors had been sent and only 100 remained while the Chro had around 200 warriors. ""Retreat retreat"" was the yell across the battlefield ""we have done enough damage, no need to lose more of our lives"". With that call, the surviving Carolias limped back home claiming a victory but at a large cost. Only 94 warriors had returned home, a heavy price for a temporary victory. The Carolia had plenty more warriors across the villages but that did not mean that the dead were not a heavy loss. The people mourned the warriors passing up to Carna as it was not their time to die yet but they met Carna in the sky.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""> and when to push harder</span><br/>-Book of the Wolves</div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">4840 BC</span><br/><br/>The war would end today, the war would end today as Chro was burned to the ground. The Carolia made a surprise attack with nearly all their warriors on the Chro at dawn. It did not go well at first with the Carolia being pushed back everyone and the retreat was almost sounded before the Carolia leader, Bearclaw, stopped it. ""Fight, fight like wolves. Fight for your family, fright for your brothers, fight for the the gods, fight Carolia men, fight"" yelled Bearclaw as he skewered a Chro on his spear. The warriors were impassioned by their leader and fought with a new tenacity, they were like wild wolves. The Chro began to be pushed back and within the hour, almost all the Chro males were dead while the women and children made slaves. It was a great victory for the Carolia, a end to a 60 year long conflict between the two villages though you could not call it a war truly.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Give thanks to the wolves and the gods below them and you will prosper</span><br/>-Book of the Wolves</div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">4750 BC</span><br/><br/>""Praise be to the great wolves, rulers of the sky and all the land, great protectors of the Carolia"" said the priest as he ordained the large temple built for the gods. It was a rather large wooden building similar to a cherokee longhouse and inside stood two large alters with several smaller ones on the side. The two large ones were for the Aura and Carna and immediately as the temple was opened, a entire deer was burned on the alters to please the Gods. It was then that heavens started to pour and heavy rain fell down to the earth. ""The wolves are happy. We have given them praise and they reward us with life giving rain. Praise be to the wolves"" declared the priest with a tremendous shout of approval from the gathered people. The gods were surely smiling down on the Carolia"
17191,The Test of Time (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324944&start=25,2014-12-26T19:15:00,Abrahammia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Confuse</span><br/><br/>A fortnight after the plagued ones reached the rival tribe known as AnPeeSee, the Confuse warriors attacked. The soldiers begin moving during sunrise, when the skilled hunters would be leaving, so that the soldiers would get there when they were gone. The main plan for this battle is to stay distanced from them as much as possible to minimize the chance of being clubbed to death. The troops held bows and walked in rows to seem intimidating and organized.<br/><br/>The archers begin their attack by firing at people with the misfortune of being seen. The AnPeeSee people that are not out hunting grab whatever 2nd rate bows were left. They use huts as cover fire back at with bows that may have not been the most accurate or well strung, but some of them hit Confuse men, causing injury and death. The Confuse people return fire with better bows. After several Confuse deaths (including injuries that led to death) the AnPeeSee people ran out of bows and morale and surrendered. The healthy survivors were brought back to Confuse farms as slaves. The sick ones are put to death. After the battle, the Confuse people torch the dead bodies and hide in their huts to ambush the hunters once they return home. They are killed and captured depending on their health and resistance. The tribe has been conquered, and so some willing Confuse people moved in."
17192,The Test of Time (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324944&start=25,2014-12-26T20:46:00,Reatra,"The from roughly 4700-4500 BCE were, basically, a continuation of the last few centuries. With the Rainaut still forcibly taking over the ethnically similar Auktiu tribes, the Ainpi began a system of tribute collection from the appointed chiefs of the conquered villages. This proved to be an incredible boom to the population of the truly Rainaut villages, and allowed for more of their people to be able to express dominance over the conquered peoples. For a hundred years this cycle continued, until the carrying capacity of Rainaut Proper was reached. With this, the then Ainpi Tundi forcibly relocated up to one thousand Rainut to found villages near the surrounding tribes of the coast. Not only would it alleviate some stress over food in the villages, but would grant Rainaut access to even more fields and rice patties.<br/><br/>Rice, which had long been gathered in its wild form in the valley of the Auktiu, was beginning to be domesticated in this century. The flat plains of the river allowed for seasonal floods to allow for rice cultivation. Silk was also being produced, yet in far lesser amounts. Ainpi Tundi was well known to be very sympathetic towards the conquered people, and he would often send shipments of excess barley to them in order to keep them from starving. Many believe that it was to keep them healthy and strong to work the fields, others say it was to show that Rainaut leadership wasn't a bad thing, although a few do believe it was simply the kindness in his heart that brought him to the act. Tundi, though, was not a unusually peaceful ruler, and under his regime three new tribal chiefs swore fealty to him. Aikt of the Gunit, Foure of the Feina, and Threint of the Yul. All were appointed as rulers after Tundi subjugated the people of the tribe, and all were somewhat accepted by their new subjects."
17193,The Test of Time (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324944&start=25,2014-12-27T00:09:00,Chrysaor,"(short update since I'm kinda busy)<br/><br/>4500 BCE – Mekong Delta<br/><br/>In the next two hundred years after that first alliance, slowly but surely the Anam tribe absorbed Shanni and several other native tribes under their influence. Most were like the first were achieved through marriages or persuasion, a few joined voluntarily in fear of Anam's growing power and only one was conquered. The tribe now had around 2000 people. Even though they began it, the assimilation did not left local Anam customs and identity completely intact. Anam was now effectively a chiefdom with The Council of Elder merely a figurehead, a group of advisors, while its true rulers were the chieftain and chieftess born of the An clan.<br/><br/>On the other hand, Hanu worship was gaining many followers. Tribes under Anam's influence abandoned their Gods or at least included Hanu in their prayers. Though they were still living in wooden stilt house, the Anam was seriously developing masonry and started building Hanu temples (which also double as tombs for Hanu's followers) near settlements from mudbricks & sandstone. Elaborately carved ornamental steles (kinda like this<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/a/a6/CopanNSouthCatherwood.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/c ... erwood.jpg</a>) decorated the inside of these temples. They have not yet created writings of any kind, but stories of Hanu were now recorded on such steles.<br/><br/>Besides rice, vegetables, millet and a few fruits were also being planted by the Anam. Tribes people traveled regularly between settlements along the river on weaved coracles (like so:<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/6/65/Coracle_at_Hogenakkel_TN.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/c ... kel_TN.jpg</a>) or logboats. Floating market are held regularly for villagers from different settlements to barter and trade produce, fruits, fishes and poultries. The Anam now had a appropriately sized & formally trained militia that consisted mostly of spearmen & bowmen. However, their equipments were still primitive ie they're using stone and ceramic weapons."
17194,The Test of Time (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324944&start=25,2014-12-27T00:44:00,Abrahammia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">4500 BCE, Confuse</span><br/><br/>After 250 years, the tribe of Confuse has changed quite a bit. Newer Chiefs have risen to power, the newest of which has freed the slaves of the former AnPeeSee tribe. The tribe is growing, and so needs more space. The chief has told the people ""The sun has spoken to me. He had told me that we need to conquer more land, as that is his will. We must obey him or we shall be annihilated!""<br/><br/>The idea of spies and infiltrators has sparked in the minds of the chief, and so a new battle plan has been made. Have healthy, strong people pose as nomads that seek refuge in enemy tribes. They shall spend years learning their religion, language, and culture. At least once every full moon, they must return to Confuse to tell them of their progress and what day they shall make their most devious of actions. Once they have assimilated, they will convince the people that one of their deities have spoken to them.<br/><br/>They will say ""[insert name of deity] has spoken! He has warned me that several people in the tribe have been possessed with corrupted souls! The possessed ones look the same as normal people, but have heinous intentions! We must find them and kill them before they kill us!"" The idea is to cause panic and fear in the people, to make them destroy each other so that the Confuse soldiers do not have to. A scout will examine the tribe the night after this occurs to tell if fighting still ongoing. If it is, then he shall return every night until fighting has ceased. This is when the Confuse soldiers strike.<br/><br/>When the enemy tribe is crippled by civil war, the Confuse army will march in with their bows and spears to subjugate them. They shall be forced to obey the chief's rule, yet they may keep their religious practices. This is how lands are conquered with minimal casualties."
17195,The Test of Time (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324944&start=25,2014-12-27T03:35:00,Alleniana,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Beragalag Javo</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Many generations ago, there was a big man with a big beard. We call him Calac. He was the leader of our tribe, and he led us for a great long time. He was strong, fit and intelligent, and he led us for many years, camping in good locations and bringing much prosperity. He was a good man, and we remember him for that, but he was most famous for what happened when he became old, frail, and weak, as we must all do. <br/><br/>One day, he was sitting on a riverbank at the camp site, when he saw a man, not from our tribe, stealing our tribe's children. He was getting old, though, and so as he raised the alarm and chased, he was slow, and the man escaped. This made him most sad, finding he could not protect the tribe, and so he gathered his weapons and ventured forth. <br/><br/>Eventually, he managed, by luck, to find the man, and also by luck, he arrested him, bringing him back to the village. But on the way, the man whispered lies and foreign tongues into his ear, and when he arrived, he was quite converted. He was brought for judgement before the tribe, and they argued. <br/><br/>""Did you steal our children?""<br/>""No, I did not! It was a bear!""<br/>""How silly! There are no bears! Believe me!""<br/><br/>And quite suddenly, convinced by the vehemence, he was converted. <br/><br/>""Perhaps you are right. My eyesight is not as good as it is.""<br/><br/>The mothers of the tribe were shocked, and so as the man was let off, they prayed to Yellowtooth's shade to smite their chieftain who so neglected the children. They were happy to, and so struck him with lightning as he stood by the very river, killing him. The mothers, in their pain, did not think, though, and now the tribe had no chief. The man, who ran off, was changed into a bear, to wreak havoc on his own children as a punishment, but that could do nothing. When real bears attacked the tribe, it had no leader, and so, with the death of more, both mothers and children, it had to flee, to find a new chief, and to escape the woods of the bear and the evil men. <br/><br/>The gods punished both the man and the tribe, one for cruelty to others' kin in making him harm his own blood, and the tribe for so cruelly and ignorantly wishing the death of their chief, who now the gods regretted killing. The gods held a conference, lightning echoing for a night, and they decided that the bears had done no harm, while the man had done the most harm and the tribe only some. So, they consigned the man to wander about as the most wretched, terrible of bears, tortured by all other noble bears who might suffer from his actions, while the tribe would wander for their ignorance. Only when the gods came down again and released the man from his punishment, once again ennobling the bears by removing one from their company, would the punishments end, the tribe finally allowed to settle and cease their wandering as the chieftain had led them so much better. </span>"
17196,The Test of Time (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324944&start=25,2014-12-27T15:52:00,The Orson Empire,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Confederation of Korum-Yoruk<br/>4500 BCE</span><br/><br/>After 500 years of slow expansion, the Koruma had conquered 60 villages. The village of Korum had grown into a proto-city, boasting a population of 7,000 people. Due to its larger population, agriculture had to be ramped up in the area. Crops such as cereals (emmer wheat, einkorn wheat, barley), pulses (lentils, peas, chickpeas, bitter vetch) and flax (which was used to make textiles) were all planted. Thanks to the rich soils of the Fertile Crescent and the irrigation systems the Koruma had invented, there were surpluses of crops. Because of these surpluses, people began to have more leisure time, as they did not have to spend the entire day working in the fields. This has lead to the creation of arts and other trades in Korum. The Koruma had particularly taken an interest in stargazing, and they had begun to identify various constellations in the night sky. The Koruma believed that these constellations were a method their ancestors used to communicate with them, and each constellation corresponded with a different message.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, Yoruk's influence to the south had begun to decline, and it came close to succumbing to attacks from chiefdoms near the Persian Gulf. Eventually, the leaders of both chiefdoms agreed to unify into a confederation called Korum-Yoruk. Both chiefdoms would give up a lot of their autonomy in this new confederation, and both of their militias would be combined into a single militia. As for the system of government, there would be two councils- the Korum tribal council and the Yoruk tribal council. Each would elect their own chieftain using their own methods, and then the chieftains and the councils would meet together in order to decide how to solve important matters.<br/><br/>This new ""proto-state"" was now in control of 100 villages and 25,000 people, making it without a doubt the largest chiefdom in the region, and one of the most powerful proto-states in the world. Yoruk's enemies found themselves beaten back once the Korum militia became involved, and decades of warfare once again ensued."
17197,The Test of Time (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324944&start=25,2014-12-27T16:12:00,The Jonathanian States,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Thou shallst not despair for he is with you</span><br/>- Book of Grand Priests, Hokim</span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Norolm-Albiis</span><sup>Gev 1, Ron 10</sup><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">I am so sorry, my chief, but it is so</span>"". ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Let him go, Gev, your father is in a better place now.</span>"" ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">I know, my love, and yet... yet I would have wanted him here for a bit more. To guide me through this</span>""<br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Gev</span>"", spoke the second man in the room,""<span style=""font-style: italic"">I know it is not for me to judge, but I know you shall succeed. I know you long enough to have come to that conclusion. If somebody is worthy of being heir to Ron, it is you, not merely because you were his only son. I knew him longer than you did and I saw you more than he did. If Mavet had to take him then to be taken he had.</span>""<br/>And so the new chief knew he had to start marching to war alone, this time, leading instead of being led. In the last training routines before the campaign, as he was following his group in a short distance, he was suddenly approached by his priest.<br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Hail, Priest</span>"", he called towards him. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Hail, young chief</span>"" came the reply. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Walk with me for a while, my chief, as you seem concerned</span>"".<br/>And as they walked along the river Hokim, who long after his death would be given the title ""the wise"", listened to his young chief. The young man who, for once, freely shared his doubts and fears of what was to come with somebody else.<br/>Of the combat to come, of having to leave the homelands for the fight, of having lost his father's guiding hand, and being unsure if god shall be with them in the coming raids. To which the priest replied ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Fear not, my chief, fear not. Thou...</span><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-size: 140%; line-height: 116%;"">All he is, in his form are all forms, as he is in all forms</span><br/>- Creations, 2:12</span></div><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ofur, upriver</span><br/>Slowly the troop marched forward, coming ever closer to the village ahead of them. It was the first village the size of Na Albidor that had been seen by any Albian. And they were about to march on it and take it by force of arms or words.<br/>Evenly stepping forward, foot after foot, fighter after fighter, side by side marching forward. Not even attempting to hide, for there existed no war and no feud between the inhabitants of Ofur. And by the side of the column walked Gev, Chief of the Albi. From the undergrowth to his side stepped out a man, and before the chief could even consider pulling his weapon he introduced himself in Elb ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">You must be Gev, son of Ron</span>"". The surprised leader merely nodded while moving his hand away from his weapon. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Then I am Juve, I had been sent together with two others to scout forward into this area. He had told us that you would command these troops.</span>"". Onwards the troops marched, now leaving behind them the fields, scaring up many a bird. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">The two others should still be in there.</span>""<br/>Finally alarms were raised in the city. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">One of them was supposed to infiltrate them properly</span>"". Torches lit up, horns were blown. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">To join their guards, possibly fake a story of being considered a traitor by us</span>"". Men rushed to the earthworks, preparing to defend their town for as much as it cost in face of the newcomers.<br/><br/>Laying down his own weapons, and raising his arms, Ger stepped forwards. Left, right, left, right, he moved towards the town in front of him, arms raised still raised high. As he slowly approached them, men moved aside from the entrance letting three men through. Ger stepped forward once more, and then stopped, waiting for the group. Two of them at arms, one of them without. Finally they reached him. The unarmed man started speaking in Elb.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-size: 130%; line-height: 116%;"">To him axes shall be as letters and walls like words.</span><br/>- Creations, 9:5</span></div><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ofur</span><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">I am Felix of Nedipunk. These are the chief of Ofur and a guard of his. Be aware that they think I am considered a traitor.</span>""<br/>Ger stopped for a second, surprised, but then ran with what he had. He spat once towards the feet of 'traitor' and replied ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Then let them do so. I am Gev, son of Ron, chief of Il Albi. Inform these men that if they submit now we shall harm neither them nor their families or crops. Tell them that a majority of their fields are under our control, that our first warriors are here, and that if these are not enough more would come.</span>""<br/>The Albian of Ofur sighed once and translated into the local language. The guard attempted to interrupt something only to be halted by the chief who in turn spoke himself, then nodded at Felix.<br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">He says he does not want war but that he doesn't intend to submit his tribe to terms he doesn't know and agree to.</span>"", came Felix's rapid translation.<br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Well</span>"", spoke the young chief of the Albi, ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">He and his shall submit to the truth of the one god. He and his shall pay tribute of people and resources to Na Albidor, in return for non-interference in the matters of him and his within Ofur. He also shall educate those who are his in the language of the enlightened and allow migration to and from the Albi. Those are our terms. Not more, not less. Shall he agree his and those of his shall live freely, there shall be neither rape nor loot, no fires shall be laid by the Albi, and no blood shall redden the earth. But shall he decline... I stand before an army.</span>""<br/>The translator translated forth, and then changed the reply back ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">He requests to consider it with his...</span>"" Before the fake traitor could continue the Albian chief nodded, and the Ofurians turned away.<br/><br/>On the next morning his decision finally had come."
17198,The Test of Time (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324944&start=25,2014-12-27T17:02:00,Reatra,"<span style=""font-style: italic"">The rivers are flowing, and the rice patties flood. Mud squishes beneath the feet of farmers for miles around. Where once wild rice grew in clumps now a tiny forest of the domestic grain reached to the horizon. <br/>The fields are flowing, and the barley stalks wave in the wind. Dry earth is kicked up by men and women and cattle who hold long sticks for plowing. Where once trees grew and buffalo grazed, barley and wheat instead reached to the horizon.</span><br/><br/>- Roughly translated (and slightly poeticized) passage from<span style=""font-style: italic"">Zheni Buyu's Travel Through Rainaut</span><br/><br/><br/>This passage is significant evidence for the first mass use of cattle in fields in Rainaut. Other sources from the time, roughly 4500-4200 BCE, show that food was in excess for most of the fledging state, and that this caused a population boom, and provided the then Ainpi Rudip with the manpower to begin his expansion of the long stagnated borders of Rainaut. Rather quickly several different tribes were annexed and brought into the tributary system, and they had a new chief appointed, as always, but now something else was problematic. The tributary ""empire"" was getting big. Very big, especially for the then primitive transportation technologies, as saddles were yet to be invented for millennia. Fortunately, though, Rudip's ""empire"" was largely flat floodplains and grasslands, and he had an excess of manpower that could be used as laborers. And, in the first ever recorded ""civil infrastructure project"", Rudip authorized (and even helped to build) the first stretch of road that would connect Rainaut with the rest of it's villages, including the recently conquered ones. This would not only increase Rudip's control over the nearby villages significantly, but would allow his troops to move faster and farther to reach the border, or any rebellious chiefs, easier and allowed Rudip's successor, Aeden, to expand the ""empire"" considerably. This road system, when completed after roughly ten years, and the fact that it gave Rudip complete control over the local villages, would mark the officially recognized beginning of Rylonian civilization.<br/><br/>With another two centuries of warring left in the chapter, we will soon see the use of state-run infrastructure to its fullest extent in Rainaut."
17199,The Test of Time (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324944&start=25,2014-12-27T18:35:00,Paketo,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">The pack is your home, the pack is your family, make a safe home for the pack and they will flourish</span><br/>-Book of the Wolves</div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">4720 BC</span><br/><br/>The Carolia had grown large over the years. The people, once only at 950, now numbered at 3,000 and the original village of Bleu Wolf could not hold them all. Now smaller villages dotted the landscape near Bleu Wolf with the original village almost acting as a central city though you could not call it that. No large walls surrounded it but simple wooden palisades and earthen mounds acted as her defence. She wasn't a city, she wasn't much of a glorious sight to behold but she was home to the Carolia who would defend her to the last man. They had tamed the wilds here and made it their home. Now they flourish here at their home<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">The pack will split but they will always be brothers </span><br/>-Book of the Wolves</div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">4650 BC</span><br/><br/>The group of 500 with sacks of leather on their backs trudged out of the village. The village had grown too large and could not support all its residents so volunteers were asked for to leave for brighter pastures. 500 had stepped forward including the brother of the current chief, Wasa, who had become the leader of the pilgrims. Wasa stayed back as the group left to say goodbye to the chief. He stuck out his hand and Chief Wili took his hand in a strong grip. ""We will travel north west (that province northwest of my lands touching them) to the land we Carolia do not control. Once we found a new village in that land, i will send a messenger"" said Wasa as he strengthened his grip. ""You will be missed brother. Remember that though you leave, this is your pack, this is your family, this is your home and you are always welcome"" respond the chief releasing Wasa's hand. ""always brother always"" said Wasa with a grin before turning and taking up a run out of the village to catch up to his group<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Accept those who wish to join the pack for the bigger the pack, the stronger the pack</span><br/>-Book of the Wolves</div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">4649 BC</span><br/><br/>Wasa and his group had made it into the province NW of the Carolia lands but they did not found their own village. They had in fact joined one instead as they had found a village of 800 people in the province who had invited the party into their village. This village simply known as Gro by the inhabitants was intrigued by the group's stories of the blue wolves and ended up asking the group to stay with them and in return, they would tell the village more of the Blue Wolves. Wasa accepted wholeheartedly and the group of 500 began to settle down in the village of Gro. It was also a joy back in the village of Bleu Wolf when the chief heard of what his brother had done. The Gro had agreed to join the Carolia peoples and now agreed to follow the Blue Wolves, a truly joyous occasion.<br/><br/>WIP"
17200,The Test of Time (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324944&start=25,2014-12-27T20:23:00,Abrahammia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Confuse, 4500 BCE</span><br/><br/>Chief Confucius has begun staring at the clouds, thinking deep thoughts. He sees a large cloud in the sky that has smaller clouds falling out of it. He compares this to Confuse in the future, being very large and falling apart because of it. If such a supreme being like the clouds cannot keep something large together, neither could be. The next day, he stares at clouds again. This time, there is many small clouds, not falling apart. Because he knows that a supreme being controls all of the clouds, the clouds are still all united.<br/><br/>Chief Confucius began thinking about how to keep his lands united when Confuse conquers more. His idea is to do as the clouds did, and let the lands of Confuse semi-self controlling. The 2 currently conquered tribes and his home tribe have Chiefs that make their own laws. Of course, the current chief can override those rules and make rules that those lands must abide by, but, nonetheless, it's all united. He orders scouts to march north, east, west, and south without dying. Their goal is to make drawings of what is in those lands. If there are people, do not fight them. Report what obvious defenses they have, such as a wall, guards, etc. they must also draw what they see, such as plains, forests, hills, valleys, rivers, etc.<br/><br/>Later, the Confuse scouts that moved north encountered mountains. The Confuse scouts moving north encounter another tribe with mountains on its northern side. On every other side, a brick wall protects it. The Confuse takeover plan is to send them a gift. The gift is a giant wooden yak that the rival tribe does not know is hollow and filled with the best Confuse troops. They accept the gift, misinterpreting Confuse intentions. At night, they sneak out of the yak and let in Confuse soldiers. The Confuse troops murder some people while some of them get murdered in the process, but eventually win because of the other tribe's military disorder caused by surprise. The tribe is now semi-autonomous like the others. In the mountain that Confuse now borders, gold and iron is discovered. They make pretty things with the gold and begin replacing stone tools and weapons with iron, as it is stronger."
17201,The Test of Time (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324944&start=25,2014-12-28T02:40:00,Stormwrath,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ethiopian Highland<br/>Around 4506 BC</span><br/><br/>News of another Hamisan settlement raided by the nothern tribes reached the Hamisan capital of Cie. This city at the time had over 2,000 residents and was the bastion of power for the Chiefdom. The Shakna of the Hamisa, Polisie, needed a new solution to protect the interior from the raiders. Agricultural areas are at risk the most for being wide open to attacks, which have been happening since the Hamisa entered the highlands.<br/><br/>Explorers have already ventured out to cover every inch of the Hamisa territory, and have found that a lot of stones can be used to build fortifications to keep the foreign tribes out. By the Shakna's decree, stones were being brought to the cities to build walls around them to protect the Hamisa. The extra stones were then used for other things like houses and tools. Although it wasn't filled with splendor, as recommended by the Askije (the priests of the Hamisa), at least they have made some decent protection.<br/><br/>Polisie also ordered the construction of a rudimentary sewage system in Cie to improve the cleanliness and overall health of the capital's people. Scouts were recruited to watch on top of the walls for any raiding parties. Whenever one is spotted, they would sound the war drums, made of animal skins and acacia wood, to alert the farmers below to head to the safety of the walls.<br/><br/>The first time this was tried in 4496 BC, it was successful for the most part, but some city folk have succumbed to plague and disease. A fifth of Cie's population was eradicated by the disease, primarily because the sewage system's funds were diverted to the construction of the walls. Even Polisie had fallen ill from it. Fortunately he recovered, but he was quickly replaced by his successor, Ksam't."
17202,The Test of Time (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324944&start=25,2014-12-28T09:16:00,Cymrea,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">4710 BCE</span><br/><br/>The Star-Spear had returned at long last, precisely as the druids had forecast. As it drifted, ghosting across the sky during its Night Watch, children were enthusiastically conceived; those born while the Star-Spear was overhead were considered blessed. Doors were left open from sunset to dawn and water vases left empty on the roofs, to let in and capture as much of the celestial mist from the apparition as possible. None trespassed against another within the Serran cities during the Night Watch. Minor slights were readily forgiven and forgotten; the one or two serious offences during this time were universally condemned and those offenders were swiftly sacrificed to the Star-Spear.<br/><br/>The Night Watch was a time of prosperity and renewed vigour. The Star Kings were directly overhead - not infinitely far away on the home worlds - surveilling the works of the Serran scouts and colonists. Ca'Serra and Caeramar and Davalon rallied their great armies and struck out into the barbarian wilds, bringing Serran light and fire to the deep dark reaches of primitive ignorants.<br/><br/>The last of the eldest druids who had born witness to the previous Watch had ascended to the home worlds over thirty summers ago. The following harvest had been thin, evidence, it was said, of the Star Kings' waning favour. Greatfathers still told tales of the last Night Watch, as told to them by their greatfathers.<br/><br/>The neighbouring peoples found only disaster in the Star-Spear's return. Perhaps it was the unexplained increase in child mortality, or the perceived rise of sickness and death. Or perhaps it was the Serrans themselves, crashing down upon their rivals in feverish conquest, offering the blood and souls of all who were not pale-skinned to the calamitous visitor overhead. For any number of reasons, the tribes and cities and nations bordering the Serran domain hated and feared the Star-Spear.<br/><br/>For young Gaeren, the Night Watch was wondrous; all his greatfather's stories had come to shining life - high above, but seemingly within reach. His father had gone north with the army to bring the Celestial Light to the Salish people and returned with fresh scars and a clutch of new thralls. That winter, his tenth, Gaeren made his first spear and hunted with his father.<br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">4635 BCE</span><br/><br/>The Star-Spear had returned again at long last, precisely as the druids had forecast. As it drifted, ghosting across the sky during its Night Watch, children were enthusiastically conceived; those born while the Star-Spear was overhead were considered blessed. Doors were left open from sunset to dawn and water vessels left empty on the roofs, to let in and capture as much of the celestial mist from the apparition as possible. None trespassed against another within the Serran cities during the Night Watch. Minor slights were readily forgiven and forgotten; the three or four serious offences during this time were universally condemned and those offenders were swiftly sacrificed to the Star-Spear.<br/><br/>The Night Watch was a time of prosperity and renewed vigour. The Star Kings were directly overhead - not infinitely far away on the home worlds - surveilling the works of the Serran conquerors. A new Serran king had been born to the Winterborn clan. Caserra and Caeramar and Davalon and Savansee rallied their great armies and struck out into the barbarian wilds, bringing Serran light and fire to the deep dark reaches of ignorant moon worshippers.<br/><br/>The last of the eldest druids who had born witness to the previous Watch had ascended to the home worlds over thirty summers ago. The following harvest had been bountiful, evidence, it was said, of the Star Kings' enduring favour. Greatfathers still told tales of the last Night Watch, as told to them by their greatfathers.<br/><br/>The neighbouring peoples found only disaster in the Star-Spear's return. Perhaps it was the unexplained disappearance of game animals and salmon, or the ominous smoking of the Wolf's Fang mountain to the east. Or perhaps it was the Serrans themselves, crashing down upon their rivals in feverish conquest, offering the blood and souls of all who were not pale-skinned to the calamitous visitor overhead. For any number of reasons, the tribes and cities and nations bordering the Serran domain hated and feared the Star-Spear.<br/><br/>For young Grivin, the Night Watch was wondrous; all his greatfather's stories had come to shining life. That winter, his twelfth, Grivin was given a weathered spear that had belonged to his greatfather's greatfather, Gaeren. He was told that the spear had been blessed by the last Watch, and that it had never broken or even splintered since. Grivin made his first sacrifice to the Star Kings three moons later.<br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">4570 BCE</span><br/><br/>The Star-Spear had returned again, precisely as the druids had forecast...."
17203,The Test of Time (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324944&start=25,2014-12-28T21:14:00,Abrahammia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Confuse</span><br/><br/>The Confuse tribe was now the most feared tribe in the area. The other tribes would not dare to attack Confuse. All of the other tribes in the plateau had built a wall protecting them, and the wooden yak strategy would probably not work a second time. The Confuse tribe needed to perform a 180 on their future battle plans. Chief Confucius went into the woods to gather ideas on what to do. In the woods, Confucius sees a monkey climbing a vine. Confucius knew his men could climb ropes to reach the top of the wall, but had no idea how he could make the rope stay on top of the wall. He then sees another monkey hanging from a tree. This gives Confucius an idea! The idea was to make an iron hook to attach the rope to. By throwing the hook on top of the wall, the rope would stay there, allowing the soldiers to scale the wall. Confucius then sees a grasshopper that was hard to see because it was green and in green grass. His idea was to make green and white clothing for the soldiers to wear when attacking.<br/><br/>In the winter, a major snowstorm occurred. Snow was over a meter deep. It was difficult to see things from a distance, and what you could see was blurred. This was the perfect time to attack a tribe. He chose the one to the northwest and deployed his troops there as fast as possible. The troops wore white coats to camoflauge themselves in the snow as they approached the wall. They through hooks over the wall and climbed the rope. After getting over the wall, The troops began to wreck people's stuff. Everyone was inside, sheltering themselves from the snow, allowing the troops to head to the middle of town, where the chief probably was. Once they reached the building, they kicked down the door and eliminated the hostiles there. The guards fought valiantly, killing plenty of Confuse troops, but eventually succumbed to Confuse troops, as there were more Confuse troops then guards. Most of the defense forces were in the barracks, allowing this attack to force the chief to surrender. The tribe has been taken! This tribe has been made into a province of Confuse."
17204,The Test of Time (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324944&start=25,2014-12-28T22:45:00,G-Tech Corporation,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Hall of the People, Palace of the Landsraad, Polis of Mara, Landsraad Hegemony</span><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">4500 BC</span><br/><br/>The dawn of the day was clear and crisp, or as clear and crisp as the crackling air of the dry season could make the air on the banks of the Great River. Even now the heat of the sun beat down through thin wisps of high cloud and turned the thick silt of the waters a brilliant red-brown, bespeaking the richness of the life-giving flows. Outside the crudely hewn stone of the Hall the fathers of the families were gathered, all the elders of the Hegemony, to elect the next First Voice, the next Highprince. Amerus stood with his back to the vaulted chamber where the others were met in their slow sonorous discussion, as was the custom; his name, and that of Remus, were in contention to lead the People into the next five years, and so they both stood looking to the west so their ancestors might not influence the hearts of men. It was a time of introspection and solitude, and had the secondary virtue of impressing on each man the burden of leadership that he would soon assume if he was chosen by the white stones.<br/><br/>For at the foot of the Palatine Hill stood the polis of Mara, greatest of the sons of Ameral the Rampant, who had come from beyond the stars to this world and was the forefather to all peoples. The spirits of the powers were strong here, for a number beyond reckoning, hundreds, termed in the rich vales of the River around this traditional center of the lands of the Hegemony. To make decisions that effected ones own family and blood-kin was hard enough, but the man chosen as Highprince would have to do more than that; he would have to rule wisely and fairly over all the families, all the blood-brothers, all the sundered kin of the scattered polises near and far. It was not a mantle to be assumed lightly, and even as Amerus looked on the splendor of the rice patties, walked compounds, and floodgates, a wild moment of indecision grew in his breast. He had many seasons under his belt, and the fathers had all agreed he was young and wise beyond his years, for to serve the stars and the people. But it seemed so immense, so vast.<br/><br/>The wild men from beyond Uttnar in the north had grown bolder, and burned several polises in the north of the lands of the Hegemony with fire. To the south no foes emerged, but the wandering nomads of Gar nul Maratesh could decide to migrate east at any time, and they were a fierce and proud race of warriors, in which the blood of the First Song ran with in dimmed light. Only to the east were lands peaceful, and there many sons had taken new Basrs and wives, though the River ran not through their homes. Some spoke of new rivers, a strange concept for those who had grown up with the Great River their only life-giver, her gentle seasons and kind tides a fitting rejoinder to the fury of the typhoon times. How was a man supposed to lead men he did not know, to advise sons of fathers he had not broken bread with? It was such a strange concept, but it had served the Hegemony well for generations. Since the age of the first flood and the first sword, the first flame and the first night, the People had been led by the wisest chosen by the clan-fathers and Brightlords, themselves chosen by the families.<br/><br/>It was the only way to live."
17205,The Test of Time (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324944&start=25,2014-12-29T01:05:00,Alleniana,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Beragalag Gedaja</span><br/><br/>""Hey, look! Quick, come, it's the horse men! Come on!""<br/><br/>With surprising speed, residents of the village's longhouses, long rectangles with wooden beams covered in daub holding up thatch for roofing, scattered out to gather around the men on their horses, big bags of rough fabric filled with goods from beyond. It was not long before strings of animal teeth and the finest smooth stone tools and furs, all among other goods, were brought out by the villagers to display to the traders, who themselves laid out products of amber, dried food from far away, copper objects and other sorts of foreign things.<br/><br/>Quickly, the bartering began; children watching, amazed by the trinkets and tools they brought. Bits of fine flint and shards of amber, with no bugs, for they were bad luck, were quickly exchanged for various objects of metal; mixes of tin, lead, meteoric iron and the like. Here and there, a new variety of grain was traded for a bark bowl full of berries, a fur of some northern animal for a horse's hide, and in fact, even a whole live horse in return for bundles of fabric, woven with bones and sinew and made from straw; mats and covers.<br/><br/>Before long, many, having traded what they wanted, having gotten a look and generally gotten rid of the surplus in return for more desirable goods, filtered away, leaving a few die-hard hagglers, those searching for goods that appeared perhaps not to be there, or even looking to steal and pickpocket; thankfully, at this occasion, with no successes.<br/><br/>As the day began to brighten, dawn long deceased, they packed up again, scouring the ground for anything dropped, tying their things inside their bags, snacking for a bit and then waving goodbye, the backs of hands shown as was the custom of greeting in the region. Children, many sleepy from having woken up to take a look at the visitors, went back inside or ran off to play their games, while the adults moved off too. Some went to their spears and bows for hunting, others to wicker baskets to gather berries and roots, more to the fields to hack away at the first of the ripening wheat, and even some others to more specialised work, splitting logs or applying daub to a new longhouse's beams or carrying things about. But all went to work, for despite what frivolity had been seen with the merchants, it was still hard work that was needed for survival."
17206,The Test of Time (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324944&start=25,2014-12-29T07:01:00,Greater Mobile,"<div style=""float: left;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Hetame People</span></div><div style=""float: right;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">4,250 BCE - 4,000 BCE</span></div><br/><hr/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">""Only buffaloes lived in this part of the land. No people lived here."" - <span style=""font-style: italic"">The Buffalo's Valley </span>, a Hetame legend</span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 85%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Avonaco and the Nashota - 4,230 BCE</span></span><br/><span style=""margin-left: 25px;"">Avonaco</span>closed his eyes and drew in a long breath. His hair blew in waves, along with the golden plains grasses. He stood up and let loose a cry of war, as hundreds of Hetame hunters stood up, revealing to a small portion of a buffalo herd that they were surrounded. The hunters let loose their volley of arrows, and struck down over a dozen of the grand beasts.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 25px;"">As</span>the tribe finished dedicating the death of the animals to the ancestor spirits, Avonaco heard the bleat of a calf coming from underneath a slain buffalo. He, along with three other men, moved the animals carcass to reveal the shaking figure of a small albino calf, who had a broken back leg. Avonaco bent down, and spoke with the animals spirit. He told his companions that the calf was sacred, and they were to bring it back to the tribe and nurse it back to health so it may return to the plains.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 25px;"">The</span>buffalo, named Nashota (Gentle Spirit) was taken back to the tribe, and months went by. She recovered from her injuries, and healed completely. However, she still followed the tribe. Being raised by the Hetame, she preferred the company of those who fed her over those creatures of her own kind.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 25px;"">Avonaco</span>said this was because the Buffalo had an ancestral spirit within her. From that point on, any calf that was found injured after a hunt was given the name ""Nashota"", at cared for by the tribe. Avonaco was also given the nickname ""Kosa"" which means leader of the herd. ""Kosa"" would go on to be synonymous with the position of chief of the Hetame people.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 85%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Eyota - 4,068 BCE</span></span><br/><span style=""margin-left: 25px;"">Keewatin, Kosa (Chief) of the Hetame</span>people smiled as he helped his people pack their things for travel. The Bison herds were migrating again, and it would be time to leave this place. However, this spot was at a bend in a river, and the roots and berries were plentiful in the Spring. Keewatin led the tribe to leave behind supplies for building a temporary hide dwelling, and declared that this bend would be an ""Eyota"" (Place of resting) for future migrations.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 25px;"">Keewatin</span>sighed as he looked over the river, and began to walk with his people as an aging Nashota followed his footsteps with her two young ones in tow, one of which was albino.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 85%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Turnips - 4,000 BCE</span></span><br/><span style=""margin-left: 25px;"">The</span>Kosa looked puzzled as he approached his people in the Eyota, shortly after arriving. It appears that when they left supplies the previous season, they had mistakenly left a basket filled with turnips as well. The Turnips had reached their roots through the bottom of the basket, and dispersed their seeds around the immediate area. The Kosa thought this to be a sign from the spirits, that this Eyota was sacred ground. The tribe gathered the small turnips, but transplanted the larger ones nearby the camp as an offering to the earth and the spirits, thanking them for approving of the tribes use of this place as an Eyota. For the years to come, the tribe would return to this place, harvest the small turnips, and leave the large ones as a seasonal offering.<br/><br/><div style=""float: right;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-size: 60%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Vocabulary</span><br/>Nashota: Name for the Buffalo that follow the tribe<br/>Kosa: Chief<br/>Eyota: Name for seasonal campsites<br/></span></blockquote></div>"
17207,The Test of Time (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324944&start=25,2014-12-29T09:22:00,The Jonathanian States,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Seven Sons</span>- Ancient Albian folksong, source unknown<br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><br/>Second sons of first sons, Seven sons had left their lands,<br/>None to return until they settled in some faraway sands.<br/><br/>Sons and brothers to chiefs,<br/>they would have gotten no fiefs.<br/>Raised and grown for power,<br/>landless they made none cower.<br/>So all their things they gathered,<br/>careful to have none shattered.<br/>And along the coast<br/>formed the host.<br/><br/>Second sons of first sons, Seven sons had left their lands,<br/>None to return until they settled in some faraway sands.<br/><br/>From the mother Nidepunk the group now left,<br/>armed men they all were - its against the theft.<br/>Carrying all they had forward they marched,<br/>along the coast their route arched.<br/>Some tribes they met, some they fled,<br/>some were good and some real dread.<br/>But the trek always continued on<br/>like a little game pawn.<br/><br/>Second sons of first sons, Seven sons had left their lands,<br/>None to return until they settled in some faraway sands.<br/><br/>After a long march away,<br/>the sons found a bay.<br/>A rich Island appeared,<br/>their destiny cleared:<br/>A giant city they made,<br/>for it to never degrade.<br/>Splend'rous Orion arose,<br/>its will on the land to impose.<br/><br/>Second sons of first sons, Seven sons had left their lands,<br/>None to return until they settled in some faraway sands.<br/></span>"
17208,The Test of Time (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324944&start=25,2014-12-29T10:06:00,G-Tech Corporation,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Circa 4300 BCE</span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">House Tural, Polis of Vernus, Landsraad Hegemony</span><br/><br/>Sidonius chewed the soft puffed millet-flesh and savored the slightly sweet nutty flavor of the grain dish. About him the tumult of the wedding feast burbled like a happy stream, the union of two lineages venerable and reputable. The Brightlord of the Polis of Sidon has no personal relationship to either bride or groom, but the dry season's social cycle was not to be scoffed at if one wished to remain prosperous amongst the Basrs. A day spent at the banquet table now could translate into full market stalls later, and his people relied on Sidonious to make those connections with the surrounding city-states of the Hegemony. Polite behavior and shrewd words here would mark him as a reliable trade partner to those who were watching for such things, and the spice had to flow.<br/><br/>In truth, such social nuances were of little bother to the scion of the Basr and people for which he had been named; raised in the household of one of the prominent families of the little walled village, his eventual election to Brightlord had been all but certain, and adoption into the Trothguard of the Brightlord before him had made the matter a sure thing. The nicer things of life came to those respected by the polis; this roasted grain, for instance, was divine. Sidonious had heard it was a recent discovery of some of the wandering peoples, and to extract a single handful took the threshing of many plants. For the liege of Tural to have afforded so much labor and trade with the bands he must have done very well in the last harvest, a fact that did not escape the notice of Sidonious, or many of the notables from the region near the Basr. Caravans sent to this land would return with a great variety of goods, a fitting response to such conspicuous wealth and good fortunes. As Sidonioud sipped on his sake, he smiled at the profit to be made.<br/><br/>Perhaps he should speak with the farmers of his own lands. This millet could be very lucrative if it was planted in fields and did not have to be obtained from the roving bands. Seeds would cost him much in trade, but they would pay themselves back in time if it grew in the manner of grass. A thought indeed.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Overroad, Polis of Biblos, Landsraad Hegemony</span><br/><br/>Across the span of the Talimar, the twin ribbons of the Great River, the length of corded wood and bamboo stretched. Buttresses by thick logs driven by many strokes of mallets into the river bed, it seemed almost like a miracle of the ancestors when the first cart made it across the span without the entire construction falling into the frothing brown tides. Jetat, the lead builder, merely smiled at the incredulous looks on the faces of those who watched. This was his legacy, and would bring honor to his kin.<br/><br/>The continual sook-sook of the ferry-men was a backdrop to the rumbling of wheels on the bridge. So strange it was to hear the old world juxtaposed with the new. The rollers of ancient times had been replaced by these new solid wooden contraptions of hewn log-ends, carrying man's burdens with greater ease than ever before. A single son of good blood could haul more than his stone in wood or food or tools with ease, and six men could carry a forest giant on a cart where a village's population had been needed before. Jetat had had to mobilize the population of six Basrs and bribe two Brightlords in order to get the labor to erect this new edifice, what he called a bridge, but it would be worth it. For a toll less than that of the ferry-men one could cross the brown tumult, and even loads of a great weight could pass for a nominal trade which would normally need to hire one of the few and immensely expensive rafts that that a few river villages possessed.<br/><br/>Jetat stood back and smiled. This was the future, an age of man's dominion over the wild. The ferry-men were not happy with his hubris, but they too would soon be discarded on the rubbish heap of the histories. The stars waited for no man in their turning.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Passages of the Great River, Landsraad Hegemony</span><br/><br/>Axe and log. Trunk and chip. Sun rise, sun fall, and darkness to come to light again. With song and a patience like that of the stones the laborers worked, here where no man laid his claim, where only wild and water flourished. They were a half-tame fisher people, walkers of the marshes and salt-forests at the mouths of the Great River, where the tumult of riotous passages entered the Sea of Song by a thousand tiny streams and a hundred immense channels. Relatives of their civilized cousins to the north, those who followed the words of the Highprince, their fish graced many markets, while the stone axes the laborers hacked at trees with bore the skilled hammer-strokes of the settled peoples. With muscles straining and brows beginning to stand out with sweat again, the work continued. Two dozen men, axes in hand, chopped away at the heart of the felled tall tree.<br/><br/>For a hundred turnings of the seasons, perhaps two hundreds, the magnificent wooden sentinel had stood upon this isolated island near the breaking of the Talimar. Man's hands had never touched it until the axes of the fisher people had brought it low. But not into a mere fire would such aged beauty go, nor merely would she be fashioned into simple tools. The family of Kalin, First Voice of this band, had grown large; his women and children could not all fit on his raft, not when it was full of the silvery bodies of his catch. Words from the ancestors had come to him at night, telling him to travel to the Long Rock and lay low the tree he found standing alone there.<br/><br/>And so the men worked, hours turning into a day, a day turning into ten. Finally though the contraption was ready; branches they had hacked from the fallen monolith, and her ends they had shaped like the beak of a fish-hawk. Into her breast they had bored a place for man to sit and stand, as wide as a man lying down and as long as five. Rare indeed was this tree to be so wide and straight, like the horizon. But the ancestors were kind to Kalin. Upon log rollers and branches the sweat-covered men levered the large craft, marveling at the work of their hands. To the water they took it slowly, and with great anticipation Kalin mounted the gift from beyond as his friends and kin pushed it out into the gentle waves.<br/><br/>It promptly rolled over like any log put upon the sea, dunking the venerable leader into the briny depths. Many faces struggled to hold back smiles and laugher as their elder spluttered back to the surface. With inflated animal skins then they bound the sides of the boat, lashing them to each part of the boat with twined ropes. When next the boat entered the water it stayed upright, and wonder was in the eyes of the humble people as they looked upon the mighty edifice loose upon the face of the river. Truly, man's hands and mind were his most valuable tools. This ship could hold ten times the catch of a little raft with ease, and would not flounder with the onset of storm or tide. Many prayers were offered to the ancestors that night, and despite the effort, the men began the search for another great tree the next day.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Village of Nars e Galab, Banks of the Nadav River, Eastern Wilds</span><br/><br/>Farder beat the butt of his curnaw against the front of his shield, the distinctive rat-tat rat-tat calling to the boundmen of his fyrd. For the right and the left they came loping with easy strides, each bearing their own throwing spears and curnaws, hungry leopards with eyes of fire. From the time he could walk and speak Farder had known his lot in life, to honor his family and the ancestors by going out into the world to make his own band, to find a land for his own Basr. The second son of the great House Iral, he had been taught in the ways of battle and trained to fight and run like the forest deer, sure-footed and untiring. His fyrd, a spear-band with no walk-wives or wildlings, was composed of sons like him, searching for new homes and lives beyond even the wanderings of the half-tame. They had chosen him for his scars and the mottled pelt he wore when he called for a fyrd in the Polis of Mara, hard men and young warriors eager for battle and glory.<br/><br/>Now about him like a knot the fyrd formed, his sworn blood-brothers, kin of spear. Ahead a small village betrayed itself, smoke from cook fires filling the morning air with the assured preparation of the early meal. Farder did not voice the call to death yet though; these song less men were not enemies of the Landsraad, nor kin-strife, and here the fyrd might obtain sake, or knives, or skins for trade. One could make their fortune beyond the borders of the known world, returning to buy ones own home and fields with wealth an inheritance could not bestow. So the fyrd did not unsheathe their curnaws, slowing to a walk at Farder's back as the thirty lean men entered the ring of houses.<br/><br/>It was strange how these sons of the stars lived. No wall, no song, no family compounds within the safety of Basr. But the fyrd had seen that outlanders seldom remembered their lineage of the blood of Ameral, and many had not even heard of the light of the Highprince. Farder did not expect these people to know of the Landsraad either, for the fyrd was far to sunrise of any lands he had ever run before. Beyond the village an immense river lay, as large even as the Great River, and he had never heard tales of such a water.<br/><br/>Even so, the villagers were strange, but not stupid. Some of their menfolk looked as if they thought if going for weapons, but some bleating noises from the grey beard calmed the villagers; Farder nodded, his thick brown stubble testament to his youth. These people were sensible. The fyrd could easily slay all in this tiny village, and pulling axes and spears would only make the young men more likely to have to resort to violence. Instead the old man approached, speaking quickly in harsh braying tones. It was no use; the tongue was unknown to any in the fyrd, who merely shook their heads.<br/><br/>But trade was a language universal in it's comprehension. Farder reached into his runsack, and pulled out a pair of fine flint skinning knives. He had little use for them, but hammer stones or pelts, maybe sake, those the fyrd could use. The dark-eyed war leader looked about, and saw a small bottle. He placed a knife next to the ceramic vase and looked questioningly at the man who stood nearest the bottle. The man waved, and pulled out two more of the alcohol-smelling stoppered pots.<br/><br/>About Farder his blood-brothers smiled. This was a village of honor, who knew the worth of good flint, unlike many who would try to cheat traders simply because one could not speak their tongue. But the man clucked more in his weird speech, and then pulled out a strange spear-point and set it next to the bottles, taking one off the table. It was the color of the Great River in flood, red and a rich brown. Like ochre almost, but softer. The man gestured, appearing to equate the spear point with a bottle of good sake. Farder's brows knit, confusion overcoming his desire to haggle well. With a look at the man he picked up the spear point, and tested it's edge against his skin. It drew blood well enough, but felt smooth and slick, and was as sharp as all but the finest stone blades.<br/><br/>Some of the fyrd about the bandleader muttered, speaking one to another about what this strange stone might be. Laughter appeared to ripple through a number of the villagers, and the man took the sekar point back from Farder's hands, then beat it against a stone on the ground. The spear-lord grimaced to see a fine blade wasted so. These easterners were madmen. But when the trader showed him the blunted edge and gestured for Farder to follow, the Hegemonic found himself curious.<br/><br/>A fire burnt at the side of one of the buildings, where a large flat rock sat, and upon the sedimentary extrusion was a square rock like a large hammer-stone. The foreigner took the spear point and thrust it into the fire, placing it on the coals. The two men watched it heat for a time, and then the man drew it out again, using two blacked lengths of young wood like extensions to his arms. With a blow of the hammer stone the man reshaped the point, as one bent a blade of grass, and Farder gaped. More blows came, and then the smith plunged the spear point into a bucket of water at the side of the rock.<br/><br/>He then presented the blade to the spear-lord again, and behold! It was sharp once more, despite how all had seen it made blunt. Laughter rolled in Farder's breast at this marvelous thing, and he nodded happily. Returning to the table, he removed all the bottles, and picked up spear points to set against his skinning knife. After a moment's thought he pulled out his other trade knife, and gestured, as if to tell the smith to give him as many points as these would buy.<br/><br/>The fyrd behind him slapped his back and chatted happily. These melt-rock spears would make them all deadly, and when they returned home, rich as Brightlords."
17209,The Test of Time (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324944&start=25,2014-12-29T12:54:00,Cymrea,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">4345 BCE</span><br/><br/>The temperatures had continued to rise. Summers were warmer, the winters milder with more rain than snow. Away to the north, the great river had settled lower; its banks inched together slowly and laid bare gentle slopes of fertile soil. Serrans began building their towns on hills and strongly dominated the surrounding tribes and clans. As they defeated and absorbed more of their neighbours they interbred and the strikingly pale skins took on more coppery hues as the generations passed. The blue and green and grey eyes would appear with regularity still but many Serrans now peered at the stars with eyes the colour of the intervening void. This was seen as a sign of favour, a reconnection to their ancient home worlds in their eyes, even as their hides became more like the world they inhabited now.<br/><br/>Serran conquests and vassal tribes stretched further to the north and south, from the icy waters of the wide sound and broken coast to the silicate sandy beaches where cacti and palms grew in abundance. Fishers dived for oysters and traded the pearls, while on the coast they whaled in great canoes and catamarans. In the fertile valleys, farmers planted crops, burning the stubble to enrich the soil, and raised small herds of livestock in open fields and in longhalls. Serrans learned to decorate their pottery with constellations and runes, mimicking the great monolithic stones of the henges. But they had yet to expand beyond the eastern range, what would in ages to come be called the Cascades.<br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">4270 BCE</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Red Lands, northeastern marches of Serran territory</span><br/><br/>Feena - the void-eyed and flame-haired mate of Elder Pwll - strode down the hill to the camp where the rest of the hunting clan lived, and brought them up to Pwll's. She set them to work building a new room, divided into two parts: one for Marwa and one for her children.<br/><br/>Marwa's mate had been killed three moons ago by a cerrymyn, a big new deer that Pwll had become famous for hunting in the foothills and lowlands on the dawn-side of the Wolf's Fang. The cerrymyn was massive, shaggy and oversized - a deer like a mountain, from which description its name was derived. None of the Serran hunting clans that roamed the dawnward reaches had seen such a beast before. Now, many clans prided themselves on their cerrymyn hunts. But Pwll was the first.<br/><br/>Feena went to Marwa, but the girl said nothing. It was hard to know if she was frightened or merely grieving. In either case, her new status was uncomplicated: she and her two children were now under Pwll's protection. Feena inspected the girl carefully while the room on the chief's longhall was being built. She was pale and wiry, with mouse-brown hair and grey eyes; an unsatisfactory creature, if truth be known. But of greater importance, the girl had survived out here on the marches for her whole life and looked certain to bear more children.<br/><br/>She explained the matter to Marwa succinctly: ""Bwdd Pwll llydd eisa dynna yn awr."" She spoke in the eastern dialect of the Celestial tongue.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Pwll will be your man now.</span>Marwa nodded.<br/><br/>Feena continued, ""We shall both be his women, but I am first woman and you will obey me."" Marwa said nothing, making only a slight nod of submission.<br/><br/>While the clan prepared Marwa's new home, Pwll was away with his hunters. He was gone for several days and when he returned, he said nothing about his absence, but moved quietly about the camp with a look of satisfaction on his face. During the hunt, he had led his party through the clefts and canyons to the east, and up onto the plateau. On a slope above an old creek bed, he had found exposed there a long vein of soft grey rock quite unlike any he had seen before. Normally he had little use for any stone but flint out here on the Serran marches, but curiosities had afflicted him in his advanced years. A new idea formed in his mind.<br/><br/>At the rockface he had searched the ground for some time, picking up lumps of the grey stone and discarding them with a grunt, until finally he found one that suited him. It was a lump about the size of his fist, smooth and oval-shaped. When the hunting party made camp for the night, he sat on his haunches by the low fire and began to work it with his knife. He stayed up late into the night and was up early the next morning. He allowed his son Ruddu to take the lead - the boy would be chief after him - and continued to work the stone. Several times he washed the stone in a stream they followed and by the end of the second day, he had begun to polish it. On the third day, his work was finished and he put the stone in a cerrymyn-leather pouch around his neck.<br/><br/>The night after the hunters' return, Pwll presented the stone to Feena. The figure he had so painstakingly carved was remarkable. It was crude, not like the artisanal carvings that were made in the great cities to the west, yet taken as a whole it bore an extraordinary beauty. This little figurine was nothing less than Feena herself; short in stature, with full, heavy breasts and fertile, rounded hips. It was the essence of his woman that Pwll had created, and Feena treasured the gift.<br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">4045 BCE</span><br/><br/>The walls of Gaeryddin were finished, and Chief Dwllan sighed with satisfaction. Two summers past, he had led his people to victory over the Oomatylla people that challenged him for this land. Now the enemy survivors were thralls and third-wives and the newest Serran city stood on a hill overlooking its territory. A small lake - more a large reservoir, really - sat serenely to the south. Much farther away to the north was the ancient Great River and the larger city of Caerwik, and all around were the wide open plains where cerrymyn occasionally roamed. Irrigation canals watered the burgeoning farmlands and crops swelled in their fields.<br/><br/>Far to the west, the great cities of the Serran Empire prospered as they had done for time immemorial. Out here on the marches, the Star People advanced their ancient agenda and continued striving to achieve their celestial mandate of holding the world in thrall. Already the hunting clans ranged farther to the east, scouting the lands ahead even as they provided meat and hides for their families and for their sponsor towns.<br/><br/>Dwllan nodded as the totem stone was raised in the centre of the green. At the top was Cerrawyn, the Star Queen of their home world, a star that often rose in the east at dawn and dusk. The design had come from a talisman that Dwllan wore around his neck: a woman carved in grey stone, passed to him by his mother with a tale of how his ancestors had received it as a sign of their divine origin."
17210,The Test of Time (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324944&start=25,2014-12-29T17:05:00,Reatra,"The years between roughly 4200 and 4000 BCE mark the decline and eventual end of Rainaut expansion into the Auktiu Valley. Ainpi Ren's reign had covered the last seventy two years of this time, making him the longest ruling Ainpi in Ancient Rainaut. His rise to power at age thirteen led to almost a decade of his advisers effectively ruling Rainaut. After another decade of trying to eliminate their power, Ren finally was able to shape the tribes his way. First he ordered the expansion of the roads that led to the major villages that were first built by his great-great-great-great grandfather Rudip. He personally oversaw the the creation of paths leading to even the smallest of hamlets. His idea was to completely connect every part of the ""empire"", and to have his presence felt in every corner of Rainaut territory. Not only did the roads serve their main purpose of increasing control, but they also allowed for an increased surplus of food, and the farming villages were able to transport their meat to salters faster and with little spoilage, and it got the barley, wheat and rice to millers faster too, and bread became a larger staple of the Rainaut diet. More food, as always, leads to more people, and more people, at least from Ren's perspective, meant more manpower for conquests. While Ren's reign was during the end of Ancient Rainaut's ""glory days"", it still wasn't dead, and Ren proved to be the greatest conqueror Ancient Rainaut had seen, even in old age. By the time he was seventy, he had managed to nearly double the size of his territory in the Auktiu Valley. While his tactics were revolutionary, and would be used to great effect in later conquests during the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Age of RyRy</span>, his assimilation was not. He still appointed Rainaut chiefs as leaders of conquered tribes, and still had them work for him as laborers and farmers. This time, however, the pathways that had given Ren the men he needed to conquer also gave him the control he needed to keep his gains. Ren's death marked the end of Ancient Rainaut's Stone Age, as his funeral service is said to have used the first ever copper vessels for his candles and holy wine cups. The greatest Ainpi had died, and while many would try and live in his image, none would equal the Great Ren for millennia.<br/><br/>But a new age had dawned on Rainaut, one full of culture and beauty. The Ainpi of these centuries would centralize the ""empire"" further, and create the basis for modern Rylonian civilization."
17211,The Test of Time (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324944&start=25,2014-12-29T19:40:00,Abrahammia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Confuse</span><br/><br/>Chief Confucius decided to refrain from conquering for now. Instead, he decided to work on making the people's lives better. To allow the people to pray to the sun easier, Confucius orders the people to build a statue of the sun in the center of the capital. The statue is made of stone on the inside to resemble how strong He is, but the outside is made of gold, because the sun is shiny and yellow. This sphere will have a 4 foot radius and be totally awesome. Coincidentally, a prophet has also shown been revealed in Confuse. This person has ascended the mountain, so he could be closest to the sun, then descended again. When he came down from the mountain, he claimed to have spoken to the sun directly. He tells the people what the sun has explained to him.<br/><br/>The man told the people that all of the other things in the night sky, such as the stars, Mercury, Venus, Mars, Jupiter, and Saturn were all servants of the sun. This proves that even when the sun goes down, it does not mean that all good in the sky has fallen. At first, the people did not believe him, but then he levitated a few inches in the air, so the rules seemed legit. This prophet then created buildings across all of Confuse that are devoted to worship. These buildings each had smaller versions of the large statue. The idea of these statues was to allow people to pray to the sun easier.<br/><br/>The next great advancement made to Confuse was the creation of dirt trails that ran throughout the tribe. There were 2 kinds of roads: 1 road that was 3 meters wide. These roads all led to the statue of the sun. The other kind of road was 1 meter wide and led to the nearest house of worship. The creation of roads made church attendance raise slightly, which made the outcome worth the effort.<br/><br/>The last great creation made was coinage. The coins are made of copper, silver, and gold, all of which can be found in the Tibet Plateau. The coins are made by making a millimeter thick iron sheet with round cutouts. After these are filled with liquid precious metals. Once it solidifies, a hammer with a picture of the sun sculpted on it is used to stamp the blank coins. The coins are used to replace the barter system, gold being the most valuable and copper being the least. This is used to stop people from murdering each other over if a carrot is worth more than a cucumber."
17212,The Test of Time (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324944&start=25,2014-12-30T04:06:00,Pac Kindom,"Since the founding for bython in 5000 until now 4500 very little has change execept the use of pottery consisting of simple cups, bowls, vases, and jugs, without handles have become wide spread. Traders from continental Europe have given bython Sheep, goats, cattle and cereals which alowed the population to grow significantly. The bythons have started exploring east along the coast , there the met many more villages, who taught the themto build better fishing boats."
17213,The Test of Time (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324944&start=25,2014-12-30T04:49:00,Stormwrath,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Circa 4000 BC</span><br/><br/>When one now goes to a city belonging to the Hamisa, one may notice now that there are walls surrounding the cities of the Hamisa, all the result of the necessary protection from the northern raiding tribes. Around this time, a military class, known as the Rhomje, began to develop, especially in the north. Stone weapons have already started to become more effective and more numerous.<br/><br/>Shakna Efrikto now rules these lands, and is dead set to firmly establish Hamisan dominance over much of the Ethiopian highland. However, he needed something more than just mere stone to do that. Fortunately, there was some copper that was found in the Hamisa mines, and some zinc. At this time, the Hamisa have finally found the secret of brass. It was certainly lighter than stone, and can be shaped to make sharper tools and weapons. This has allowed the Hamisa to eventually neutralize the threat from raiders. Although the slow expansion northward has gotten many people concerned. Probably Alj'ni, the god of war, has gained a new follower, and that got worshipers of Oymati, the god of peace and wisdom, suspicious of Efrikto's future moves.<br/><br/>The discovery of brass has also affected agriculture, too. Now, preparing the land has been much easier, allowing for much more crops to be produced for the people. This surplus has then facilitated the creation of granaries to store food in cases of famine or bad harvests. The population then started to rise; Cie is now a city of close to 10,000 inhabitants. The rudimentary sewage system was finished by then, allowing the Hamisa to live a longer life expectancy, now at an average of 39.<br/><br/>Boats, carved out from trees, began to appear in the inland waterways of the Hamisa. Trade and commerce have become facilitated along the Awash and Blue Nile, especially now that they have found gold in the highlands. Now they had a currency, which was based on gold kernels. This later led to the development of primitive versions of weighing devices so they can know the gold's value. Counting was still out of the question, as this new precious metal was still new in Hamisan society, as the populace still relied on triangular stones as currency."
17214,The Test of Time (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324944&start=25,2014-12-30T09:16:00,G-Tech Corporation,"<div align=""center"">Circa 4000 BCE, Year of Landsraad Dominion 860</div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Basr Karelis, Polis of Gath, Landsraad Hegemony</span><br/><br/>Tall and strong the creature stood, yoke upon it's neck beside it's fellow. A treasure of Minashev, daughter of Valus, Prime of Karelis, the young buffalo was a sight to behold indeed as it trod next to it's neighbor along the lines of the millet field. The brass plow that Valus guided through the earth behind the beasts was a great improvement over the stone and copper plows of the last three centuries of Landsraad rule. Highprinces had come and gone, and the year of the Two Princes had been hard on all the people. But that was no longer, and the counter march and clash of war was banished from these lands, perhaps forever.<br/><br/>These creatures might even be the key to that ideal of peace. With their strong backs to replace the work of many men, and more cunningly wheeled carts, it was conceivable that more of the sons of the stars could devote themselves to study of the world, or craftsmanship, not merely living and dying while trying to grow enough food to live, or to merit. The creatures ate much, but grazed upon that which no man found fit for consumption, and needed little protection from other beasts of the field. Throughout the rolling hills and flat river valleys of Gath small masses of the buffalo could be found wandering behind singing herdsmen, and the milk and meat of the beasts was a welcome addition to bush-food and rice.<br/><br/>Here, farther west then ever a Basr had lain, near the shores of the Sea of Tumult, prosperity was in the right hand of the progeny of Ameral. The slow intermarriage and land sharing with the Westerners was a matter of some contention back east, but were they not also sons of the stars?<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Basr Fundal, Polis of Heray, Marpolis of Vernus, Landsraad Hegemony</span><br/><br/>The emulsion of ground millet, water, and yeast was pleasing to the nose and tongue; even without drawing a bowl from the vat, the brewer could tell he finally had the recipe right. It had been expensive, as working with the grain often was due to it's difficulty of extraction. A man had to thresh a stalk just to get a single grain of millet of small size, and it was a food beloved of the wealthy and merchants. But here he had perfected it.<br/><br/>Not the strong pungent alcohol of sake, this beer, though more expensive, if flavored with spices, seemed filling and satisfying to the soul. Adding just a small part of millet to the water could stop one from taking on the night-fever that came so often to those who were forced to drink water without boiling, as so many were. And even the stronger brew, which his patron had enjoyed, could please the mind and be drunk all night long without much in the way of consequences, unlike sake.<br/><br/>Who would have thought sake could be make with millet? The brewer took a sip, and smiled.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Walk of Caravan Saraleth, Mouths of the Great River, Northern Marches of the Vale of the Star</span><br/><br/>Arrow planted themselves in the side of the wagon upon which Longran Saraleth rode, a curious cracking sound that made the sound of whistling fletching before it sound all the more sinister once the mind recognized it. With an oath the galdmaster rolled off his bench of honor, dropping unceremoniously into the muck at the side of the track. Normally he would dismount in a more cautious manner, for he was old and his bones were no longer those of a sprightly fyrdlird, but battle instincts were a force to be reckoned with. Even after five and ten years without his blood-brothers, Longran knew and hated the sound of those feathered shafts.<br/><br/>About him other traders and wanderers, those who followed his banner, dropped behind the wheels of his wagon, or pulled spears from their backs. The Reavers of the Jalen were a harsh people, suspicious, but never had the galdmaster heard of them attacking the wandering bands. But what he had heard didn't matter, apparently. Here they came, at least a dozen men with faces painted a garish red, as was their custom, waving spears.<br/><br/>With shouts and hurried instructions the elderly warrior rallied his men. Nearly fifteen travelled with the company, but there were also several stout lads who could hold a curnaw. His wife tossed the galdmaster the battered leather shield that bore his tale, and in the chaos Longran had only barely formed a spear line before the savages were upon them.<br/><br/>Two of the wild men, almost naked in the heat of the Vale, were already down and howling when the lines met; though their own bowmen were piss-poor, used to shooting dumb deer and not smart men, Celis had made two of them and the archer sprout black-hafted arrows. One was only hit in the arm, but that slowed him enough for Longran's curnaw to slip under his guard and spit him like a wild boar for roasting. It was surprising after all these years how much blood a man had, the verdant and accusative crimson that sprout from breast and spurted from lips with harsh gasps as the savage fell. Just as the thrusting spear had slide into him so easily, it slide out again with a barely audible wet gurgle, the reason the galdmaster insisted his followers keep their weapons sharp.<br/><br/>The rest of the melee was a moment of chaos, over almost as soon as it had begun. Eight savages fled back to their dark woods, and Gari clutched his arm, face white as snow with shock. A lucky blow under his shield had all but severed his arm between wrist and elbow. His eyes, white showing all around his irises, met the deep somber black pits of Longran's own, and the man sighed deeply. Such a wound would kill as sure as a spear-thrust to the heart, though slower. From a satchel at his neck Gari drew herbs, even as the banners gathered around him, faces barely holding back tears. With his good hand the stout trader placed the blackish levels between his lips, chewed once. And swallowed. A spasm passed through his body, a hint of foam at the lips for a minute, and then he sighed out his spirit to join the ancestors.<br/><br/>Longran's eyes were hard as stone as the banners prepared their friend's body to be committed to the care of the flames. He took up his merchants chisel, and held it until the caravan came to the next stele of the wandering bands. There he cut away the sign for safe upon the wooden bier, and replaced it with the upturned bowl and spear of war.<br/><br/>It had been many generations since the Soldier's Time, and Highprince Faldas had tried to live at peace with the northerners. But this could not be borne.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Mulberry Groves, Basr Erasmus, Polis of Bthath, Landsraad Hegemony</span><br/><br/>The cocoons went into the kettle, the boil and broth. Every vacant cocoon did the workers take, careful not to harm the trees. Each tree had been mauled by thousands of tiny mouths, but now the dance of man and nature entered it's second step. With each tiny empty shell tossed into the broth the workers thanked the ancestors for the bounty of wings that had come this year, and from the hundreds of hundreds eventually the mass of silk was drawn.<br/><br/>Valued in the Basrs of the east beyond millet or gold, beyond fine sake or copper, each garment would take months to craft and prepare. First the weft would be carded and straightened to remove slubs and nubs, to purify it of the little brothers that had made it for the good of the People. Then it would be laid upon the hands of only the most skilled daughters of Bthath, to be made into garments like clouds and cloth of starlight and moonlight.<br/><br/>A thing of beauty beyond price the garments were, and from these few days and nights of many laborers would make ten times what they could make in the fields of millet or the rice paddies."
17215,The Test of Time (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324944&start=50,2014-12-30T10:29:00,Paketo,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">3900 BC</span><br/><br/>The Carolia had done well over the past 600 years growing and becoming larger and larger. The combined Carolia tribes numbered around 10000 now spread out across almost all of modern Bavaria except the far north of Bavaria. The people had flourished over the years besides the occasional barbarian invasions that would happen every 20 to 30 years or so. The people surrounding Bavaria were jealous of the prosperity that the Carolia experienced in their land and would try to take that prosperity from them but the tribes would band together, pushing the barbarians away. They were brothers under the great blue wolves that would band together against outsiders.<br/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The strongest rule over the weak and protect the weak but the strongest must also be cunning to maintain his power</span></span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">book of Wolves</span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">3800 BC</span><br/><br/>Civil war, the war that so often took grip in societies now hit the Carolia. A new ruler was chosen out of who was the strongest and who was the most cunning but there was a dispute this year. Two men had come out on top this year after the old chief died and both these men were strong and cunning. They were almost equal and neither could gain an advantage over each other in the contests. Tensions boiled over at the contest and finally Snagg was crowned chief but the supporters of the other warrior, Crocj, still found him to be superior causing a split among the tribes. it was almost a even split half the tribes siding with Snagg and half with Crocj. There was only one way that it would be settled and that was by war between the factions<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">3790 BC</span><br/><br/>The war was long and bloody but was ended after ten years setting up two states among the Carolia. One under Snagg and the other under Crocj, splitting the Carolia into two. The war had shown the problem with the Carolia system that had worked for a thousand years and lead to a reform in both states. The state under Snagg or Aura developed what would most likely be called a system known as Cognatic Gravelkind. Under their system, the holdings of Snagg would be distributed to his children no matter the gender upon his death. The no matter the gender spawning from Snagg only having daughters. The state under Crocj or Carna developed system where the oldest child would inherit his holdings no matter the gender once again spawning from the fact that Crocj only had a daughter after his son was killed in the war."
17216,The Test of Time (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324944&start=50,2014-12-30T17:30:00,Greater Mobile,"<div style=""float: left;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Hetame People</span></div><div style=""float: right;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">4,000 BCE - 3,750 BCE</span></div><br/><hr/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">“For you were not always meant to stay in the valley. For not even the valley lasts.” - <span style=""font-style: italic"">The Buffalo spirit to the Buffalo of the valley, <span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Buffalo's Valley</span> </span>, a Hetame legend</span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 85%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Nothing lasts - 3,980 BCE </span></span><br/><span style=""margin-left: 25px;"">A tribal elder</span>sat around a campfire, and told the old story of the Buffalo valley to a group of children engrossed by the story. He weaved the tale of the Buffalo spirit and the long gone valley as if he were making a basket from the golden hairs of the legendary buffalo spirit himself. However, just as in the story of old... it did not last.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 25px;"">A</span>war call from atop a nearby hill shot out like a streak of lightning in a storm, and the yells of warriors thundered over the plains. A tribe from the north, who call them selves the Cinani, claimed that the Hetame were hunting on their land. However, this was a lie, The Hetame had been hunting here for countless generations, and were willing to defend their claim with force.<br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 25px;"">Luckily,</span>a Hetame hunting party was just returning from the East when the Cinani attacked. The Cinani were armed only with weapons such as spears and axes, because they wanted to strike fear into the survivors... they wanted the Hetame to believe they were brutal. The Cinani were not counting on an armed and ready force to be intercepting them at the Eyota, however.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 25px;"">The battle</span>was short. Two, maybe three volleys of arrows struck the attacking party before they realized they did not have the element of surprise. They broke and ran, trying to get away while crying for mercy. In all, 18 Cinani men were struck down, while only 3 Hetame were lost.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 25px;"">The ensuing</span>frenzy that left the remainder of the Cinani forces running was utter chaos. Perhaps that is why they didn't notice the Hetame scouts that followed them to their camp.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 85%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Retaliation at the battle of Cinani Creek - 3,980 BCE</span></span><br/><span style=""margin-left: 25px;"">The</span>Hetame were not a people of wrath... Revenge, however, was another story. Two days after the Cinani attack, the entire mass of Hetame stormed their camp. Archers indiscriminately struck down their warriors, as the footmen raided their dwellings. In all, over 400 Cinani were killed, and 140 Hetame were joined with the Great spirit.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 25px;"">The</span>Cinani were weak in body, but strong in spirit. For this reason, the remaining men and women of the Cinani tribe were offered in sacrifice to the ancestral spirits, while the children too young to understand what happened were brought in to the tribe, and raised the proper way. The Hetame way.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 25px;"">The Cinani</span>hunting grounds were left without owners, so the Hetame claimed it for themselves.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">"" The mountains fell, and the Earth trembled. The valley was changed forever."" - <span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Buffalo's Valley</span></span>, a Hetame legend</span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 85%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Turnips of the Eyota - 3,865 BCE</span></span><br/><span style=""margin-left: 25px;"">For generations the</span>Hetame had returned to the Eyota at the bend in the river, where the turnips grew. They ate of the small turnips, always leaving the large ones for the Ancestor Spirits and for the Great Spirit. However, now they noticed that whenever they returned, there were no more small turnips. Over the generations, the turnips grew larger and larger, and also spread out wider, creating a field of turnips. The Kosa said that they were engorged with the Ancestor Spirits, and were being offered back to the Hetame. The tribe dug up these large turnips, harvested half, and transplanted the other half closer to the Eyota.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 85%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Nashota of the Eyota - 3,840 BCE</span></span><br/><span style=""margin-left: 25px;"">Over</span>the years, the Nashota buffalo that had been following the tribe had grown to about a twenty individuals. The Kosa said that the Nashota, along with the Turnips, were offerings to the Hetame from the Great Spirit. He said that they were meant to raise the Nashota, until they had a large herd so they would no longer have to follow the Buffalo herds.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 85%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Settlement at the river bend - 3,837 BCE</span></span><br/><span style=""margin-left: 25px;"">Three</span>years after the Kosa declared they were to grow the Nashota herd and harvest the turnips at the river bend Eyota, the tribe settled. They called the settlement ""Nakoma"", a word that means ""Different valley"", which is a reference to the Hatemae legend of the Buffalo's Valley. They began to farm the Turnips, and herd the Nashota.<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 85%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Hetame Nation</span> - 3,750 BCE</span></span><br/><span style=""margin-left: 25px;"">The</span>Hetame had been settled for many generations now, and they have prospered. Their herds of buffalo had grown large enough to feed them for many winters, and in the spring their fields of turnips brought forth plentiful harvests. The hunt, however, did not stop. Being natural born hunters, the Hetame now hunted deer, and trapped squirrels among other small mammals. Living on rivers also sewed into the Hetame people the knowledge of fishing, and Trout, Bass, and Catfish found their ways onto the Hetame's dinner tables.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 25px;"">The</span>Hetame population rose for the first time in generations, and the tribe now numbered over 1,500 individuals, spread across four settlements. The largest of course, was Nakoma, home of the chief. This village alone claimed 800 Hetame people. The other, much smaller, villages were spread across the ancient Hetame hunting grounds, and they were called Newo (population 300), Enesta (population: 225), and Hatka (population: 175).<br/><span style=""margin-left: 25px;"">The</span>Hetame people had also gained the need for more permanent housing, and began creating wooden houses with roofs made from cattails, rushes, and any other grasses they could weave together.<br/><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""OOC""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i.imgur.com/Qq4OeEV.png"" rel=""nofollow"">New claims</a><br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i.imgur.com/J4xD5EA.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Village map</a><br/><br/>The settlement of Nakoma is in modern day Niobrara, Nebraska.</div></div></div>"
17217,The Test of Time (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324944&start=50,2014-12-31T05:53:00,Alleniana,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Beragalag Ebereng</span><br/><br/>""Flee! Run! The Galida are attacking!""<br/><br/>A half-crazed man ran through the village's central clearing, sweating and in pain from exertion. Even so, but for his few words, he did not slow his run, continuing to shout and pant his way through the settlement. It was not long before he had left through the clearing's other end, and with good reason; those present knew why, and pregnant mothers, old men, children almost in arms, all ran from their scourge, their bedtime monsters come alive, those strange, developed peoples from along the south of the river they called Berathag.<br/><br/>Many did not get the message fast enough, or fell behind, and they were the first to fall to copper axes and flint arrows. Their own weapons, flint hatchets or stones or wooden spears, were no match for metal blades and points, bows and slings and shot to fly at them. A grey haired man found one side of his spine with a long gash, and he fell to the ground, the first casualty.<br/><br/>The raiders rushed about the miserable huts of wood and thatch. Hiding in them, behind them, around them, they found villagers; many were dispatched mercifully, with blows to the head, even if the blade was blunt, though others found themselves simply disabled and bleeding to death. Several men carried babies out of one house and dashed their brains on a patch of rocky ground, a mother crying out from the house across from said building before a bearded fellow skewered her, sharpened copper tinted with red.<br/><br/>Within minutes, bodies lay strewn around the settlement, once with quite a few families living it in but now with nearly half their number gone. A couple chased after those fleeing, their heels visible and footsteps audible amidst the leaves and sticks, but a couple of arrows shot after them and a few stones thrown were all that was used. Quickly, they got about to the business of loot and plunder.<br/><br/>Out of one of the larger huts, a man came out with what appeared to be lead and copper jewelry, bracelet-looking things that he slung over his arm, spear in the other. From another house came some pots. One was passed around, messy gulps of beer taken before it was thrown at a nearby house, smashing through its wall onto a flimsy table, while the others were collected as well. The less distinctive and larger ones were shattered, spilling milk and water and all sorts, and the remaining ones with decent value kept, taken away. From all around, people carrying ornaments, tools, some even food, emerged. Those who carried nothing or had only a few small trinkets in pocket gathered around them, and then producing torches from amongst themselves. They were speedily lit from a burnt out cooking fire to the side, teased with kindling made from one of the houses' thatch and then used to set ablaze perhaps a dozen lard torches. Flame flew through the air, both carried by hand and hurled, and then the village was aflame as well as sacked; wattle and straw burnt alike, licking wood until it too came alive with heat, red and yellow.<br/><br/>The party retreated, basking in triumph, and behind them, those who had crept back through the trees saw their homes and livelihoods in flames, or smashed on the ground. The ""barbarians"" were vanquished. As the band disappeared into their own lands, the inhabitants of this hamlet regrouped, trying in vain to put out the fires, tending to the wounded, many mortally, and finally resigning themselves to leave, willing to wander anywhere but into the midst of these bloodthirsty foreigners."
17218,The Test of Time (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324944&start=50,2014-12-31T12:52:00,Cymrea,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">3820 BCE</span><br/><br/>No one knew how long the Makah hunted whales; Makah elders said that they hunted whales forever. During times in Makah history, whales may have provided up to eighty percent of the subsistence needs for the five traditional family tribes that comprised the northern nation. The coastal Serrans honed their own whaling skills after the Makah were conquered by the armies of the Star People.<br/><br/>Hunting whales was no easy task. It was made all the more difficult by the complicated rituals that the hunters would observe in preparation for their hunts. Prior to the hunt, Serrans would ritually bathe themselves in the icy waters of the Pacific, ministered to by the druids. They would rub their skin raw on sharp mussels and barnacles. A few days before their hunt they would often burn a thrall alive in sacrifice to the Star Kings.<br/><br/>On the hunt a Serran whaling crew would silently intercept a migrating whale, usually either a humpback or grey, and plunge a massive harpoon into its back. Attached to the harpoon would be a long line; attached to the line were several air bladders made of gutted seals. The hope was that the inflated seal skins would prevent the whale from diving. After the whale died, a diver would plunge into the icy water and sew the giant's mouth shut, preventing air from escaping during the tow back to the village. When the whale arrived on the beach, the whole village clamoured towards the dead beast. The wives of the hunters were certainly relieved; during the entirety of the hunt they had been instructed to remain motionless in their beds, not eating, sleeping or talking – only staring up into the sky.<br/><br/>The whale meat and blubber would be divided up among the villagers according to a strict hierarchy. If it was a humpback, most of the whale would be eaten. If it was a less tasty gray whale, much of the carcass would be rendered for oil. The coastal Serrans would often preserve much of their whale meat and oil and transport it to the great cities or to neighbouring tribes for trade. This active trade of whale meat, as well as fish, seal, and other sea-derived products, naturally allowed the coastal Serrans to become savvy traders.<br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">3070 BCE</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Alamut, on the great northern sound</span><br/><br/>The archdruid sat before the hearth in the great hall of the village. The roar of the nearby ocean could still be heard as a soft susurration, soothing the dusk as it fell. Arrayed in front of the archdruid were the children of the coastal village, quietly fidgeting and waiting for the elder to speak. Finally, he did.<br/><br/>“In a time before there were any<span style=""font-style: italic"">blaiddmoril</span>, wolf-whales, there was a very capable sea lion hunter and highly skilled carver known as Orwyn. He was from Davalon and when he took for his mate a daughter of the chief of Alamut, he decided to live among her star people. He was accepted and worked hard to prove himself, so he was allowed to continue to honour his own ancestors’ star and was soon recognized as an accomplished hunter and carver.<br/><br/>“His desire to please won him the admiration of the youngest men of the village but the older men misunderstood his intentions and became jealous. They plotted against Orwyn and decided to get even with him during the next seal hunt.<br/><br/>“After much preparation, the day of the hunt arrived and Orwyn, along with his four new brothers, paddled their canoe to Craegorllewin, out in the open straits. The wind blew fiercely and the waves were high but Orwyn was determined to see the hunt a success. When the canoe neared the rocks, he leapt towards shore and plunged his spear into the nearest sea lion before it could escape. But alas, the point broke off and the sea lion slipped into the water. Worse yet, Orwyn saw that his brothers – over the fierce objections of the youngest – were paddling away, abandoning him on the bare crag with no food or weapons. Their betrayal stung him deeply and after a time, he pulled his cloak up over his head and fell asleep.<br/><br/>“Orwyn woke the next morning to the sound of his name. He saw a sea lion that looked like a man beckoning to him to go with him down beneath the waves to the Sea Lion longhall. At the great house he met the chief of the sea lions, who asked him if he could help his injured son. Orwyn saw that the young sea lion had his spear point embedded in his body and, with some great effort, was able to remove it and the son was healed. The sea lion chief was very grateful and after granting Orwyn even greater skills, arranged for his safe return to Alamut.<br/><br/>“Orwyn met with his mate and after telling her his tale, he made her promise to keep his return a secret. He took with him his carving tools and went into the woods to carry out a plan of vengeance on his older mate-brothers who had betrayed him. Remembering the sea lion chief’s grant, he asked him for help and began carving a large black fish, a wolf-whale of spruce the like of which had never been seen before. After three tries and much improvement in his carving skills, he fashioned a<span style=""font-style: italic"">blaiddmoril</span>of cedar When launched, it came to life and swam out to sea.<br/><br/>“He called the black fish to him and commanded it to find his mate-brothers when they returned from their hunting, destroy their boat, but to spare the youngest boy. The black fish set out and found them late that afternoon; it capsized the canoe, breaking it in two, and drowned the oldest three brothers by keeping them from reaching shore. The youngest made it back safely, along with the story of the great black fish and his brothers’ treachery.<br/><br/>“The people of Alamut came to wonder if Orwyn had carved the wolf-whale and given it life. Not long afterward, a black fish with teeth was seen near the shore and at times would leave a freshly killed sea lion or halibut there for the villagers. Orwyn instructed it never to harm the Star People, but to help them instead. As the wolf-whale continued to help the people of Alamut, they realized the<span style=""font-style: italic"">blaiddmoril</span>was a gift from Orwyn. He became a legend, and the druids of Alamut have come to believe that Orwyn may have been a visiting ancestor from the home world, sent by our Star King.”"
17219,The Test of Time (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324944&start=50,2014-12-31T14:35:00,Milford-Stratford-Orange,"Village of Kumera(Modern Day Genoa), Territory of The Kumer Chiefdom, 3500 B.C.E:<br/>The People had traveled long. From the Homeland(Modern Bavaria) they had traveled, for many years. Finally, they had arrived at The Great Water. Or, as it's new name was, The Kumerha Sea. The People believed that the Great God Kumerha, King of The Sea, namesake of Kumera, it's people, and the sea it bordered, had issued them a divine order to build a mighty nation on his formidable waters. As such, they decided to found a village on the coast of The Kumerha Sea. That was 250 years ago, and The People had grown. The village was 15 times it original size, at around 4,000 people. They had built mighty ships, armed with archers who's bows fired with the might of the sun itself. They had expanded across the coast, and small villages such as New Kumera. The territory of the people was vast, and it all bordered Kumerha's Sea(To the map-maker, The Kumer Chiefdom covers the Genoa province on the map). However, Ships had discovered an island across the sea, and had named it Kumerha's Holy Island, and promptly declared that Kumerha had ordered them that this island was to become part of his holy nation. Ships took 150 of the bravest men in Kumera to scout out this island, and claim it in the name of Kumerha(To map-maker, the island is Corsica, also claimed by Kumer. I will claim my 3rd province later on.) The Leader, Grand Chief Lonsly Gandorfa IV, had promised that Kumer would become glorious, and all except her allies would tremble at her name."
17220,The Test of Time (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324944&start=50,2014-12-31T16:31:00,Neo-Assyrian Empire,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">3500 B.C</span></span><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Çtyrken af voreç folk er uovertruffen overalt i Nordjord."" ~ Unknown, though attributed to Chieftain Hadvir, c. 3500 B.C</span></div><hr/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Nordjord Oen (Northjutland Island)<br/>OTL Klitmoller, Denmark</span><br/>The war against the Northlanders, as they were called, has been raging for the last twenty years. Ever since the Kænod came to the region, the two tribes have been fighting for dominance over the region. The reason for fighting has been altered since, as the Northlanders now view this as a fight for survival. They believe that if the Kænod become the dominant group, the Northlandic way of life would go extinct.<br/><br/>The conflict was close to ending. As the Kænod continue to spread across Nordjord, the Northlandic people were now concentrated along the western edge of the region. It was a guarded community; guarded to keep any Kænod attackers away. As night fell, the Northlanders set up a camp for the night. For several months, they will remain here until they can return to their homeland. Well, that was the plan.<br/><br/>The moon was high in the sky that night as a small clan of Kænods moved into the forests surrounding the Northlandic camp. This group, under the command of Chieftain Hadvir, was put together for the purpose of killing the Northlanders and settling the region for the Kænod. Thirty of these warriors stood in the trees just beyond the camp. They waited for the right moment to strike, when all was calm. That came several hours later, as the sun began to rise. The Northlanders who guarded the camp that night left their positions, returning to their daily duties. Hadvir noticed this and seized the opportunity to attack.<br/><br/>""Attack!"" The Kænod warriors sprung from there positions, taking down the Northlandic warriors with spears. ""Leave the women and children alive, but leave no man alive."" Plucking their spears from the corpses, the Kænod continued to attack the Northlanders. The fighting was fierce, though it was a heavily one-sided fight. After the fighting ended, Havir said ""Çtyrken af voreç folk er uovertruffen overalt i Nordjord!"" The strength of our people is unmatched anywhere in Nordjord.<br/><br/>Hadvir's words were true, as this battle marked the end of the Northlandic people. All that remained were remote pockets of communities in the West, but they stood no chance of surviving against the Kænod. With this battle, Hadvir was given the epithet ""The Great."""
17221,The Test of Time (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324944&start=50,2014-12-31T16:37:00,Reatra,"The first recorded use of a calendar in Rainaut was in 3980 CE, and while it is likely the were used before that, it is nearly impossible to know if that assumption is true, as the beginnings of Old Rynatooan written language began soon after. Many modern Rylonians like to believe that written language was invented in Rainaut for the first historians to record the deeds of Ainpi Ren only a few decades before. While the invention of the primitive written word did allow modern historians to learn more of the last few Ainpi's of the Stone Age, it wouldn't give us the tools needed to learn about any events beyond that, only legends survive to tell us what few facts they can. Anyway, the beginnings of written language started during the first few decades of the Rainaut Copper Age. The Copper Age is notable not only due to its marking the beginnings of metal tools in Rainaut, but it also ends the series of Rainaut conquests in the Auktiu Valley and it's slow reformation into a true civilization.<br/><br/>Although the Ainpis were no longer great conquerors, their role in the running of Rainaut changed little. They still commanded the warriors, built farms and roads and hamlets, and put down rebellions by the chiefs. About two centuries into the Copper Age the first major rebellion broke out in the Audliki tribe, who were conquered by Ainpi Ren at the end of the Stone Age. The Audliki chiefs had never liked the rule of the Ainpis, and in roughly 3750 BCE the tension finally led to an armed conflict. Chief Tulik of the Audliki openly denounced the Ainpi and raised his warriors for battle. Records say that he had thousands of men and that the then Ainpi Kalir had similar amounts, but this is undoubtedly an exaggeration. Likely the ""war"" was caught between a smaller Audliki force of perhaps five hundred men and a Rainaut force of around one thousand*. Ancient writings say that it was the battle tactics invented by Ainpi Ren, such as the Skorim Assault and primitive versions of RyRy's Defence, that allowed the Rainaut to win the battle and chase the escaping Audliki back to their village, where it was burned. Since this was the first major rebellion, Ainpi Kalir had to make an example out of the Audliki, for any chief of warriors who defied the Ainpi would surely be killed, along with their families. Not only did this deter any rebellious chiefs for some time, but it further increased the Ainpi's control over the tribes. By 3400 another major rebellion has broken out. This time it wasn't by chiefs that had recently been conquered, but it was over the control the Ainpi had over them. They wanted their own land and tribes back, and the Ainpi wouldn't let them have it. Seven chiefs rebelled, and they all raised their warriors against the Ainpi. Ainpi Saudnil still had eleven chiefs on his side, though, and he planned to use his superior numbers in every situation. Instead of splitting up his main force into many smaller ones for faster occupation of the rebel villages, he instead marched with roughly six thousand men all around the empire, he went from one rebel village to the other, and although the rebel force managed to occupy a few loyal villages, the Rainaut force was far faster in this endeavor. By the time most of the enemy villages were burned or occupied, the rebel force had lost most of its morale knowing that their homes were likely gone, and many left their chiefs and pleaded to the Ainpi for forgiveness. Saudnil didn't want to anger more of his people, so he offered them and their families (if they were still alive) a home in the village of Rainaut. The Rainaut army soon met the rebel one on the field, and in modern-day Asignon the battle took place. The tactic used by the Rainaut was essentially Skorim's Assault, but almost two millennia early. The center flank was led by Saudnil himself, and charged the enemy force straight on, while two slightly smaller forces crept around the flanks of the enemy army. But the army was too spread out to surround completely, so Saudnil's flank feigned a retreat. The enemies obviously followed, and soon the arms were able to surround the rebel force. Now Saudnil turned around and charged straight at the rebels, they were surprised and immediately suffered casualties, while the arms hit them from the back. Within the hour the entirety of the enemy force had been obliterated, and the Rainaut had suffered only a few hundred casualties. With the death of the rebellious chiefs Saudnil personally took control of the formerly rebel villages. While the rest of the chiefs protested the act, they dared not revolt against the now incredibly powerful Ainpi, and whenever a chief died the Ainpi took control. The era of the chiefs was over, and by 3100 Rainaut became a true state.<br/><br/><br/><br/><br/><br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 50%; line-height: 116%;"">*Based on studies on the population of Stone Age and Copper Age Rainaut</span>"
17222,The Test of Time (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324944&start=50,2014-12-31T20:18:00,Normandy and Picardy,"Mynosis, Crektoyus (IRL Crete) - July 3500 BCE - Ioils 750 CC<br/><br/>Mynosis, the centre of the Crektoyusan world, looked out upon the sea. The city almost yearned to follow it's seamen to explore and discover. It had a vibrancy to it although it was already 200 years old. Wooden houses made of Cypress trees stood proud next to the sparkling, azure and far-reaching sea from which the people found food and discovered a strange new land. The harbour, or rather the natural bay used for docking boats, saw several boats come and leave, whether they be fishing boats or, once in a while, intrepid explorers of to see what was to the north, south and east. However, they never went west where the monsters of the Witch Goddess were said to abode. Entering the bay was not easy; rocks lay close to the entrance which had been the bane of many ships, and would be a bane again...<br/><br/>King Mynios sat in the gardens of his palace, the Pamylosiae, which was grander than the rest of the buildings in that town. From it's small tower and it's position on a hill one could see the village of Irakliae, home to around 130. The maps chartered that land and the known seas, as the Crektoyusans were quick to realise the benefits of map making. But the west was undocumented, a land of beasts and of Yixia. Mynios sat facing the mountains which to him were full of menace and evil from which his people apparently rose, as the servants of the Witch Queen, until Motre freed them from Wixia. They were granted gifts by Motre's daughters; Knowledge from Hypatia, Fertility from Marnea and Agriculture by Demetei. They lived in the east, from where the Sun is born and Motre's kin come out to play at night.<br/>Night began to draw in as all of a sudden, a crunching sound could be heard as the rocks claimed another victim.<br/>""Get me Erastyees the Philosiphae immediately!"" Shouted Mynios to one of his guards. Within minutes, Erastyees stood at the kings side as the ship sank into the sea. They both looked on in horror, then Mynios turned to the Philosiphae.<br/>""I know you create many this. Have you no way to stop this happening again, Hypatia born?"" asked Mynios.<br/>Erastyees stood in thought when suddenly an idea entered his head which he thought might work.<br/>""It seems that these events never happen during the journey of Ilendil but when men cannot see they fall to Yixia's teeth. Men use the goddesses light and that of the lamp Sulendil to guide them through the night. We could give our sailors an artificial light to guide them into the bay. We can place a lamp on top of a large tower so that ships can navigate by it.""<br/>The idea was good, but there was one problem.<br/>""How are we to build this? We can't build it out of wood nor dirt"" asked the king.<br/>Erastyees replied. ""You know I spent time in the lands around Irakliae. In those lands, I met men who could tame stone and shape it, the Mekitisai they call themselves. I well bring them here for they are my friends and they will teach us their ways""<br/><br/>So the Mekitisai were brought to Mynosis and they taught their ware, but were so enchanted by the town they decided to stay. They helped build the tower, which became the Lighthouse of Erastyees, and he who thought of it was rewarded. He set up an Akali, where he taught the young all there was to know. The Crektoyusans had learnt masonry, and the population rose by around 100, half of whom lived in Mynosis and the rest in Irakliae."
17223,The Test of Time (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324944&start=50,2014-12-31T21:38:00,The Orson Empire,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Kingdom of Korum</span></span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">3500 BCE</span><br/><br/>Civil war had descended upon southern Mesopotamia.<br/><br/>Known as the ""Period of Disorder"" in the annals of history, the war had its roots on the rapid urbanization that occurred after the conquests of Korum and Yoruk. This resulted in the creation of the first cities along the Tigris and Euphrates rivers. Dams were constructed along the rivers to prevent massive flooding, while irrigation canals were used intensely for watering crops. This led to large agricultural surpluses, meaning that not as many people had to work in the fields, and thus they had more free time on their hands. This led to many new inventions, especially in the arts. The pottery wheel was invented, which eliminated the need to mold pottery by hand. Sculptures and figurines were created, along with monuments dedicating historical events. A calendar was developed based on the phases of the Moon; it had 12 months that consisted of 29 or 30 days. Holidays, which generally pertained to religion, varied between cities. Cuneiform, a form of writing that involved sketching a symbol with a stylus into wet clay, developed further as the society became more complex; hundreds of symbols were used. The wheel itself began to come into popular use, and the first wheeled vehicles pulled by oxen and onagers were used to transport people and goods around the region. This allowed the Mesopotamians to begin importing more wood, stone, etc. from other regions such as Syria.<br/><br/>While many new inventions had made life easier, the urbanization caused many cities to develop their own identity, and they began to resist their conquerors. The confederation that had been established between Korum and Yoruk crumbled into chaos, and the region was split between several city-states. After a brief periods of peace, centuries of war once again engulfed the region. While Yoruk was completely destroyed, Korum managed to survive countless attacks, thanks to its extensive fortifications. Korum was still the most powerful city-state in the region, and its people were determined to take back the land that was once theirs. Korum used its well organized and powerful army and began its great reconquest of southern Mesopotamia and beyond, crushing everything in their way.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">3264 BCE<br/>City of Duro, near the Persian Gulf</span><br/><br/>By now, the Koruman's had conquered all of the resisting city-states in southern Mesopotamia, but one had resisted- Duro. The Koruman Army was being led a man named Susus-Xenos, but was commonly known as just ""Xenos"". He was the son of the king of Korum. Xenos had started fighting in the military when he was just 13 years old. He was known for his genius military strategies that resulted in total victory against his enemies.<br/><br/>After crippling Duro's army in previous battles, Xenos surrounded the city of Duro with 7,000 men armed with spears and bows. The people of Duro attempted to surrender, but Xenos would have none of it. The city gate was dismantled, and Xenos's army stormed the city, looting any valuable goods, slaughtering countless people, and raping many women. The soldiers then used torches to raze the city to the ground.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">3263 BCE</span><br/><br/>After his campaigns had come to an end, Xenos returned to Korum to take the throne as king after his father had died from an illness. Xenos and his army arrived in the city to find cheering crowds of thousands of people welcoming them home as heroes. After Xenos had been crowned king by the city council, he declared a new dynasty that would rule over Korum and its vast conquered lands. Xenos stated that his conquests would continue, and he would create an empire that stretched ""to the ends of the world"" and would last ""to the end of time itself"".<br/><br/>Thus, the era of decentralization had come to a final end, and Korum was now a state."
17224,The Test of Time (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324944&start=50,2015-01-01T14:29:00,Greater Mobile,"<div style=""float: left;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Hetame Confederacy</span></div><div style=""float: right;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">3,750 BCE - 3,450 BCE</span></div><br/><hr/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">“Do not fear, for surely the great spirit will protect us, and all will continue to be well.” - <span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">The Buffalo's Valley</span> </span>, a Hetame legend</span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 85%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Birth of a nation - 3,450 BCE</span></span><br/><span style=""margin-left: 25px;"">It had been nearly 400 years since the Hetame people settled down on the great plains they once roamed.</span>Now, they were nearly unrecognizable. They still held on to their beliefs and language, but their culture had changed to fit their new role as shepherds and farmers. They began to write down their stories and legends, and they became once more a people of peace. The Hetame became a more centralized people as well. Instead of choosing a leader based on how he proved himself, the elders of each village would choose from among themselves the most capable leader.<br/><span style=""margin-left: 25px;"">Though</span>the Hetame were now centralized, the villages still acted with some degree of independence. Each village had a council of elders, and they chose how the village was to be run, though they rarely defied the will of the Kosa.<br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 25px;"">Over</span>the centuries, the Hetame had tamed even more of their wild home. They now grew species of berries and beans along with their fields of turnips, and now a new companion accompanied them them on their hunts: the noble coyote, who once tormented their ancestors.<br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 25px;"">The Hetame's</span>borders also grew, in this time of prosperity. They settled further south, as they discovered that the warmer climate in the south brought with it longer growing seasons, and more plentiful crops. As the Hetame moved south, they attracted attention from the nomads that lived there, who were intrigued by this idea of settlement. They settled side-by-side with the Hetame, and were slowly absorbed into the dominant culture as migrations between the North and South villages took place.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""OOC""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">New claims:http://i.imgur.com/yDZKl0R.png</div></div></div>"
17225,The Test of Time (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324944&start=50,2015-01-01T15:07:00,Pac Kindom,"3500 BC<br/>In the last 1000 years bython growing and expanding long the coast . Meeting new tribes conquering some merging with others, they not total about 9000 soles The bython tribes now control from County Kerry in the south west to County Mayo in the north and east to County Wicklow.<br/><br/><br/>The Post Tracks are built between many villages of Bython. The track is constructed of long ash planks, with lime and hazel posts spaced along 3-meter intervals. The Sweet Track s built between the rest of the vilages of Bython. The track is constructed of of crossed wooden poles, driven into the soil to support a walkway that consisted mainly of planks of oak, laid end-to-end."
17226,The Test of Time (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324944&start=50,2015-01-01T15:21:00,Normandy and Picardy,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Crektoyus</span></span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Ascent of the Madman</span><br/>Mynosis, Crektoyus 3458 BCE / 892 CC<br/><br/>Many years had passed since the days of Mynios. Three leaders had come; Herast, Mynios II and Alestanees. The school of Erastyees, the Akali, spawned great thinkers who began exploring geometry further than shipbuilding had forced them. The skies were mapped by the Astronomer and Cartographer Poltiea, although the drawings were rough and only the main stars in the sky as well as Sulendil, the moon. The royal palace was rebuilt in stone, and the town around it grew to 5,000 and Irakliae had grown to 1,000. Plenty of fish was brought from the sea and water brought from the rivers using buckets wrought of Iron. The grauns grown were turned into a form of flatbread, Lembpai, which they ate at their meals. The people couldn't prosper forever though, as the throne fell to a madman, Caliyia. As soon as he took leadership, he had a nomadic group from the west of a fairly large size killed, their bodies paraded through the streets and then dumped in mass graves and burnt. He burnt the fields as he was determined that the servants of the Witch Mistress hid there. He banned ships from bringing in fish; he thought they had been poisoned in an attempt to kill him. Thus began the Years of Famine, from 3458 BCE to 3452.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Murder of Caliyia and the Election of the Lord</span><br/>Irakliae, Crektoyus 3452 BCE / 898 CC<br/>Caliyia, who now called himself the son of Motre herself, had decided to go to Irakliae in a show of power. He and his guards armed with iron swords had marched ceremoniously into that town and everyone stood; they had been forced to watch. Caliyia walked into the home of Administrator Seprentes, who was in charge of the running of this town. They engaged in a short convesation and Seprentes, commonly known as Heroea, left the building with a bloody knife in hand.<br/>""The Lord is dead. We are free!"" he declared with zeal in his voice.<br/>""Who will march with me and the Lord's Guard to tell the people of Mynosis of the news?""<br/>Several men, armed with knifes and farming implements walked foward. Under the cover of night, those men marched to the town of Mynosis, and told the news whilst holding Caliyia's head on a post. Soon, Heroea was called to the house of Astea, the wealtheast man although not much money was left, along of Pyraxes, High Priest of Crektoyus and Seluman the Seafarer. They held counsel on the Hill of Pynsax and elected the Lord of Crektoyus as Caliyia had no children. Heroea became the Lord, and decreed that every lord would be elected by representatives of the two settlements, the seamen, the wealthiest man and the High Priest. Heroea allowed the fields to be replanted and the boats sailed again for fish. The people began to eat again and things slowly returned to the way they were. Eucliea drained water from a nearby river, the Sefix, and irrigated the fields. Crektoyus was now an Elected Lordship (Elected Monarchy) and the secret of irrigation had been uncoverd as well as the basics of trigonometry being rediscoverd."
17227,The Test of Time (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324944&start=50,2015-01-01T16:23:00,Photana,"<div align=""Center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Azkainite Tale Two: The Great Waters</span></span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">One day, a man sat upon the shore.<br/><br/>""What is across this water?"" wondered he. <br/><br/>The man walked into the waves, and began to swim.<br/><br/>He quickly found the waves refusing him.<br/><br/>Back upon the shore, the man was exhausted.<br/><br/>He spoke to the sea thus: <br/><br/>""What do you protect, O Great Waters? Why do you refuse me?""<br/><br/>And all he heard was the gentleness of the breeze.<br/><br/>""Venerable Soul of the Sea, tell me!"" pleaded he.<br/><br/>And again all he heard was the gentleness of the breeze.<br/><br/>The man nearly left the shore, but had a sudden knowledge-burst. <br/><br/>The Soul of the Air and the Soul of the Sea had come to make the waves. Upon the waves, the tree could float.<br/><br/>The man knew what must be done.<br/><br/>Over the course of weeks, the man and his village took down trees near the ocean shore, tied them together, and slowly made constructs that could float.<br/><br/>Thus, the Azkainite could leave the shore, into the waters, where the fish were plentiful and the tides calm.<br/><br/>Thus, the Azkainite had tamed the Soul of the Seas.</span><br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Azkainite Tale Three: The New Stone</span></span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Makue, the cutter of stones, walked to his quarry upon a red-day.<br/><br/>He knew of the ill-omens predicted by red-days, but his village needed stone.<br/><br/>So he came upon his quarry, and kneeled in prayer.<br/><br/>After his prayer the Soul of the Stone, he took his cutter, and began to hack at the stone.<br/><br/>His worked seemed for nought, his cutter was yielding nothing but tan-rock and white-rock. <br/><br/>He took these rocks back to his village, as the stone-workers has been melting the rocks in fire and making shiny rings and laces.<br/><br/>But as he dropped his stones into the fire, he heard a strike and a shout.<br/><br/>Makue ran to the source, fearing beasts or attackers. <br/><br/>What he found a one of the stone-workers breaking his tools with ones made of a dark-tan stone.<br/><br/>The worker spoke thus:<br/><br/>""The tan-stone and white-stone are stronger together! they can break the hardest of stone!</span>"
17228,The Test of Time (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324944&start=50,2015-01-02T03:56:00,The Jonathanian States,"From the records of Friher found at the remains of Na Albidor and dated to roughly 3600 BCE.<br/><span style=""font-size: 95%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-style: italic""><div align=""center"">The Reign of Friher son of Hrulf</div><br/><div style=""margin-left:75px; margin-right:75px; margin-bottom:5px; margin-top:5px"">It had been Hruf son Yorg, son of Bened, son of Karl, so of Geruld, son of Garl, son Alif, son of Erund, son of Diran, by many lines son of Gev, who had ruled Na Albidor in those glorious suns. And Hrufl had expanded the might of Na Albidor upon those lands surrounding it and had done good in his eyes. So he had been blessed in many ways and a son. And the sun during which he was born was long and in his name brought plenty upon the people. Multiple suns later as the son had grown it had been that Hruf sent him to the shores of Orion just as Mara daughter of Nagund of Orion had been sent upon his house. For ten suns it had been as such when Mavet had come upon the Yorgi's son and caused Friher to return to Na Albidor.<br/><br/>Upon the passing of two suns of mourning and education it had been that Friher took Mara as first wife and became chief of full powers as his father and his father's fathers had before him.<br/>And he quickly took to the faith and raised a house for Mavet, taker of the dead, and for Joger keeper of life, and for Aul the mighty, and had received their blessing. But to hold that which his father had done safely he had ordered the slaves and the freedmen under him to work at his home. And walls of earth many me high were constructed and held securely by the powers of Bjarn, and it was from these walls that the rebells of Nedipunk had been noticed and deflected. Friher had then prayed to Joger and Aul thrice, asked for the wisdom of Hruf, of Yorg, and of those of theirs. And before a sun had passed he hath returned to Nedipunk with his own host and had Ind son of Eas, son of Fuxer, son of Wiluf, son of Karl sent for the sea.<br/>He had done good in the eyes of Aul and held to Mavet and Joger, and slowly his faith in Bjarn grew and upon his deathbed he gave his firstborn Rollo all he had. And so had ended the rule of Friher son of Hrulf, man of Aul, faithful to Bjan, builder of works.</div><br/></span></span><br/><hr/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Tributes they shall demand and such they shall receive</span></div><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Ofuralb. Our home. My brothers and sisters, our faith is strong to the ways of our fathers' and our fathers' fathers. But such is not the way of those beyond our banks, of those who reside towards sunset. No. They keep to ways rotten or foreign, to ways of falseness and heathenism. Ways that we must obliterate. And so let us pray to Aul to make our weapons sharp and to Joger to protect us, for Mavet to take the unbelievers and for them to be smitten by our warriors. Let us rise for it shall please Mavet and hold safe the lands of us and ours.</span>"" And so the men of Ofuralb sallied forth to bring their pantheon upon those in the west. Upon those who, long before, had been their brothers and sisters, sent on a glorious path. But retrospectively it had to have been expected, with the ways of the ancient Albians being traceable to whatever events inspired the antique books of Grand Priests and of Da. It had been under this leader, the name of which is not know, that Ofur had turned away from its path of decline and expanded its influence in the region, stretching out to even the westernmost settlements and causing what probably was the earliest significant conflicts with Norolbis."
17229,The Test of Time (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324944&start=50,2015-01-02T06:09:00,Alleniana,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Beragalad Bungood</span><br/><br/>""Pretty good, isn't it?""<br/>""Yeah.""<br/><br/>The newcomer watched the water, lapping at the shore. And his eyes, inexorably, wandered to the horizon again. A horizon between two shades of blue. How could anyone not be amazed by this?<br/><br/>The man who had led him here, though, having grown up by it, was less susceptible to its charms. Mildly amused by his new friend's reaction, he left him to stare, making his way along the shore to a nearby stream flowing into the sea; the branch of the delta furthest in this direction, noticeably. There, yellowy brown water slowly mixed into the blue of the sea, dumping silt onto the sand and rock. It also tended to have fish about it, and he had readied the spears he'd brought along by the time his friend had finished watching the fusion of blue.<br/><br/>""Take this. You ever been river fishing?""<br/>""Yes, yeah.""<br/><br/>Less amazed, now that he was back on ground he was familiar with, the man who'd been his guide to the village so far and a surprisingly good friend showed him how to spear fish from the sea. It was often deeper and more murky water than he was used to, and also water that felt different, but he soon became used to working in it; though the sea looked so strange, it was certainly familiar in what it was made of.<br/><br/>For a time, they speared fish, catching a few on their pointed bronze-tipped sticks, and then taking a last look at the sea for that day but one of the first looks ever, the pair of men, growing ever closer, walked back to the village, only a few minutes away, but not visible from the sea, shielded by forest and dunes. There, among the braying asses and women cooking hearty stews, they laid down their fish for the native's wife to cook. Before long, a salty fish soup beheld them with a homely aroma, and with berries and roots stirred in, they dined. It was a simple meal, served from wooden bowls and drunk from them, the only implements shaved sticks, but it was one he was grateful for.<br/><br/>He drained the sweet dregs, and looked at the bottom of the bowl. He made a resolution. This was his new family. Though the trees still smelled of home and the berries were a familiar species, the sea was a salty ocean he had not come across before and the fish he found in its tributary tasted different. He would not miss home. They had rejected him. This, here, this was his new home, this was his new family. He would not miss those he had left behind. He would not.<br/><br/>He did."
17230,The Test of Time (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324944&start=50,2015-01-02T11:55:00,Normandy and Picardy,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Crektoyus</span></span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Mynosis, Crektoyus 3159 BCE/ 1398 CC </span><br/><br/>Alexandeyra stood facing the sea. He was the ruler of 10,000 in his city and 4,500 in Irakliae. The fields were large and bore much grain which was used by the people. Fish came from the seas and were plenty, and were eaten by the people. The Akali had been brought many minds. Arestes invented the compass for drawing circles, Hephaste the Blacksmith used a stange, bright yellow substance called Christa (this is gold) to make jewellery and built a grest forge where he crafted with his Christa and his Irosa (iron), and Anaxsphes the Musician had created the Lyre. Nomadic tribes had joined his people and had integrated, and were gladly accepted by the people. He had been elected as ruler two years ago, after the death of Aeresta who had been his friend. He wished to commemorate him but he didn't know how. He brought forth Deste, and asked him what he could do.<br/>""My sire, there is nothing that you can do. Aeresta was a man and now he is dead and amongst all who have died in Hevea, the realm of Motre. You will be with him one day, but until then you will remember him but you must remember yourself and your duty"". However, Alexandeyra was not satisfied. He troubled over the problem for days. He noted that people wrote about things, but it was business about which they wrote and they wrote in a harsh hand. Alexandeyra decided he would write about his friend, in order to preserve his life forever on parchment. So he took a leather parchment, and a quill made from a feather, and wrote down the story of Aereste and in the process created manys, and in the process created History. He finished his book by the end of that summer as he had started in early spring. He had it, a way with which you could remember the past. Alexandeyra with the first Crektoyusan historian, and also wrote down the many myths for the priests and created the Book of Motre."
17231,The Test of Time (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324944&start=50,2015-01-02T23:43:00,The Orson Empire,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Kingdom of Korum</span></span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Shuresha, Southern Mesopotamia<br/>3155 BCE</span><br/><br/>King Xenos's expansion to the north over 100 years ago had triggered massive resistance from a major power in the north- the Antiliks. Korum and the Antiliks had contact with one another, but never had any official relations. When Korum began expanding to the north, the Antiliks immediately retaliated. Xenos's forces initially won several battles and forced the Antiliks back...that is, until Xenos was shot in the head by an enemy archer and killed instantly. Without Xenos's skill, the Koruman Army suffered numerous defeats, until a peace treaty was finally created in 3230 BCE. There was peace between the two powers for several decades, until each side's hatred of the other finally boiled over into open conflict in 3170 BCE. Once again, Korum's army was defeated and pushed back, this time deep into southern Mesopotamia.<br/><br/>A Koruman force of 8,000 soldiers was struggling to hold the line at the city of Shuresha, which was just 40 miles north of Korum itself. The city had been under siege by the Antiliks for weeks, as they launched assault after assault. The city's walls had been breached several times, but the Koruman's repulsed any Antilik attempt to take the city. Nevertheless, the city was in horrible condition. The Antiliks had cut off all supply lines, and thus, the city was running low on food. People were starving and resorting to cannibalism in order to survive. Numerous buildings in the city had been set on fire by Antilik soldiers, and the bodies of soldiers on both sides and civilians littered the streets. The city would not be able to hold out much longer without some outside assistance.<br/><br/>Nevertheless, the troops fought on. The Korumans witnessed the Antiliks approaching on foot in the distance, preparing for another attack.<br/><br/>""We must hold the line!"" the Koruman general (who was in charge of the entire force in the city) shouted. ""We're the only force left between this city and Korum!. If we fail, Korum will be sacked!"" The general then looked behind him. ""Archers!""<br/><br/>The archers stepped up and began firing volleys of arrows at the Antiliks, and they watched as many Antilik soldiers were pierced by the arrows and fell dead in a pool of their own blood. The general then left the top of the city's walls and went back down to the surface, and some soldiers were following him. He then stopped as he noticed a group of soldiers crouched down near a wall, not moving at all, and they had a blank expression on their face.<br/><br/>""Now is not the time to be lazy! Get up and fight!"" the general shouted to the soldiers, but they still did not move.<br/><br/>""They've got the stare...."" one of the soldiers near the general would say.<br/><br/>And, they did indeed have the ""stare"", or the thousand-yard stare as it is most commonly know. It was a hallmark of post-traumatic stress disorder, which had been affecting many people in Shuresha. Unfortunately, the constant fighting had driven these soldiers mad, and they could no longer take it."
17232,The Test of Time (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324944&start=50,2015-01-03T22:36:00,Neo-Assyrian Empire,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">3190 B.C</span></span><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Volk! Vy har funde volk!"" ~ Unknown, c. 3200 B.C</span></div><hr/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Hjymjorden (The Homeland)<br/>OTL Randers, Denmark</span><br/>Edvyr marched through the snow, draped in a bear pelt and other miscellaneous clothing. He pushed through the snow, getting slower with each step as the snowstorm around him intensified. Finally, he saw what he was looking for; a dim light shone in the distance. Edvyr kept moving forward. As he got closer, he was reassured that the light was indeed the settlement he was looking for. There were only a few tents made out of pelts, but there were enough to know he was in the right place. He slowly opened the flap to the largest tent.<br/><br/>""Edvyr! What are you doing here? Didn't you know there's a storm outside?"" The leader of the tribe stood and greeted Edvyr as he entered.<br/><br/>""Yes, I know, but what I've found is more important than me."" From under his pelt, Edvyr held out his hand. On his palm was a few chunks of a shiny stone.<br/><br/>""What is that?""<br/><br/>""I'm not sure, but I call it<span style=""font-style: italic"">glænstent,</span>shine stone"" Edvyr handed the handful of metal to the Chieftain. He observed the objects carefully.<br/><br/>""In the morning, once the tempest has passed, take these to the Præst (Priest). He'll know what to do with it.""<br/><br/>And that's what Edvyr did. In the morning, he met with the tribe's priest, who claimed that the metal was a ""gift from the Gods."" For the first time, the Kænod culture has been exposed to metals.<hr/>The winters in the early decades of the 3100s B.C were harsh for the Kænod. Many animals died from the cold and many starved. Hoping for a better life, some Kænod tribes migrated to the south, expanding the Kænod culture and language. But this expanding wasn't the only thing that happened to the Kænod over that time.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">3175 B.C</span></span></div><hr/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Sydjorden (The Southland)<br/>OTL Schleswig, Germany</span><br/>The Roedyn Tribe of the Kænod, from the Nordjord, was one of the first tribes to migrate, starting their move in 3187. After 12 years of periodic settling and moving, they had reached a new land. The Roedyn chief, Ætyr, was leading the tribe. As night fell, the group set up camp. ""We need a couple of guards to keep watch overnight. We are in a hostile land and need to be wary,"" he said. ""We will also need a couple of scouts to send out and search the surrounding area for food."" Three men came forth. ""Excellent. You two shall keep watch, while you scout the surrounding area."" The men nodded and went to their posts while the rest of the tribe set up a small camp.<br/><br/>""Ætyr, Ætyr!"" The chief slowly opened his eyes as the scout shook him awake. ""I found people over the hills!""<br/><br/>""Wait... what do you mean?""<br/><br/>""""Volk! Vy har funde volk!"" People. We've found people. Ætyr sprung to his feet instantly.<br/><br/>""Where is Maeny?"" (Maeny is the God of the Moon who, according to the Tales of Old, is the moon)<br/><br/>""He's low in the sky, Zoela should come along soon"" (Zoela is the Goddess of the Sun)<br/><br/>""Alert the tribe and gather a small party of 20 people. We shall visit these people.""<br/><br/>The scout did as he told, gathering a small band of men. Ætyr stood before them. ""We have received word that a people, different from our own, live near our camp here. We shall greet these people and, if luck has it, speak with them. If all goes well, this could be the start of something great for the Roedyn."" The party began to converse amongst itself before Ætyr stopped them. ""Come now, time is of the essence. If they are a hostile people, they shall be ill prepared to attack at dawn.""<br/><br/>The party traveled several miles south, climbing over a hill before spotting a small settlement. ""This appears to be them. Ready yourselves, for I know not what shall happen next."" The group descended the hill, entering the small camp. Ætyr was calmed by the fact that these new people had not yet attacked them.<br/><br/>""Hilsnyr! Jek ere Ætyr, en Kænodeçk Hoevdyng. Hvem ere denn Hoevdyng?"" (Greetings! I am Ætyr, a Kaenodesk Chieftain. Who is your chief?)<br/><br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://i.imgur.com/MmdFABE.png"" rel=""nofollow"">Mupdate</a>"
17233,The Test of Time (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324944&start=50,2015-01-04T01:14:00,Paketo,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Map of the Carolia, Aura in purple""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/Tep33As.png""/></div></div></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">A People Divided<br/>3200 BC</span></span><br/><br/>The Carolia, once a united people, now were divided in two under two differnt families. The descendants of Snagg ruled the north or Aura as it was called while the descendants of Crocj ruled in the south or Carna. Loose tribal that were now locked in a constant struggle. War would break out between the two every few years as they tried to garner supremacy over all the Carolia but no attempets had succeded as of yet. The current descendant of Snagg ruling over Aura, only in name mostly, had his sights set on rejoining the Carolia tribes together by conquest but it would be no easy feat. His name was Calaw and his oppentant would be Mira, the descendant of Crocj and sole heir that her father left.<br/><br/>Spread to the outside had stagnated due to the wars of the Carolia. Men who would go out claiming new land for the Carolia instead took up arms against his fellow Carolia trying to unite the lands once again. The squabbles had gone on for more than 600 years and the simply continued at a constant rate but they may soon end. Calaw seemed to be commiting all of his power into his campaign and a single defeat could lead to the destruction of Aura and rejoining of the Carolia under Carna instead. Niether side would have it easy in the war that was to come but it was clear that the winner would rule the Carolia.<br/><br/>It was so that by the command of Calaw, the tribes of Aura began to perpare for war and news soon reached Carna leading to the tribes of Carna to prepare for war.<br/><br/>WIP"
17234,The Test of Time (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324944&start=50,2015-01-04T02:46:00,Alleniana,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Beragalag Bungood</span><br/><br/>The people of the village began to spring into action almost immediately, seeing the men descending the hill. An attack! An attack! How had such a body of people managed to make their way without detection? Who were they? And what had they said? It did not sound like the language of the Bugugazh Beragalag Athag, nor their native Galid. Well, maybe a bit like both, but not much. True, their features seemed similar to the Bugugazh Athag, but... different. Perhaps taller, stronger, not the malnourished beings who often lived in the villages not yet cleared out by the Galid. In any case, though, they were not friends, and might well have been enemies, even if they hadn't attacked. Perhaps they were surprised by the village and would attack soon.<br/><br/>The housewives, preparing breakfasts and waking children and the like, anyway, had been quick in rousing the menfolk, and by the time the intruders would have gotten a good look at where they were, men were forming up in front of their houses, bronze-tipped spears and clubs held in familiar positions. They still had not attacked... though whether that was because of a lack of intention to, momentary surprise, the thought of defeat or else was unclear. For now, more and more men stumbled their way to the action, gathering in a rough mass, all brandishing weapons and with the children, women and others unable to fight behind them.<br/><br/>Many had only just woken up, but now the hubbub quickly took them out of bed, lest the danger swoop in while they were still unprepared. It was not long before near the entire population was present, facing these outsiders, and perhaps enemies. Chatter rose; who were they? What were they doing? Had they attacked? Apparently not, but the other questions went unanswered. A short stand-off seemed apt to begin, as two sides with near no knowledge of each other stood against each other. It did seem, at least, that they were not the natives who the Galid were so used to raiding, but they bore some similarities. Perhaps superficial, but, well...<br/><br/>Before long, though, the confrontation took a more pointed path, as the chief of the village, so to speak, stepped to the front of the mass, still pointing his spear threateningly. The crowd, if it could be called that, quietened down and moved closer, sensing that it might not imminent danger that confronted them, but confused nomads or something.<br/><br/>""Thar!""<br/><br/>The interrogative was barked; a mixture of meanings, ranging from ""what?"", ""who are you?"", ""explain yourself"" and maybe even ""what's your problem?"" were expressed in that pointed, poignant, and perhaps impolite word.<br/><br/>Would they understand? How would they react? Would this break them into an attack, maybe? After all, the people of the village were used to that sort of thing, and it would not surprise them. Who were they, why were they here, and what was going to happen? A collective breath was held."
17235,The Test of Time (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324944&start=50,2015-01-04T02:59:00,Normandy and Picardy,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Crektoyus</span></span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Mynosis, Crektoyus 3006 BCE</span><br/><br/>Anaxadres looked our upon the lands. He could not even see the two new towns of Sephetius and Cretia, of 3,000 and 1,500 respectively. They were on the maps, and people did travel from them to the two main cities, Mynosis and Irakliae, 0f 12,500 and 8,250 in Irakliae. He looked upon the state he had been elected to rule as the Lord Elect and smiled as fortune was upon them. He saw fields of grain and of other crops and saw boats come in with fish. The Akali was still there, now under the guidance of Extes, who had helped write the first written laws. The courthouse, built near the palace, took cases as they came and tried the guilty parties. The forges created goods from metal and the carpenters made goods from wood. Bread was baked from the grain and people bought and sold it with a new invention, money. 1 Chrimate is divided into 60 Sienta, and in turn 60 Chrimate go into 1 Livarea. The forge had been half converted into a mint, and the money was made from copper. However, a problem loomed over the people of Crektoyus. The resources were beginning to run bare. They had to get their metals from somewhere, and that place was the west...<br/><br/>The people refused to go. They would not go west, not towards the lands of the Witch Mistress. Anaxadres gathered his army, and led them into the west, to fight the tribes of the west who were called the Barabrur by the Crektoyusans. Anaxadres found a tribal village full of barbarians, and slaughtered all of them. So many died that their blood stained the ground. The mountains lay nearby, but the search for other tribes was fruitless. It seems they had destroyed the Barabrur which they had and just in time; the Barabrur had been preparing to attack Cretia. Hugastes, one of the soldiers, noticed a vein of copper. Miners were brought forward and soon a mine was up and copper and iron came out of it and was transported to the city of Mynosis. A little miners village appeard, Hespetis, of 200 people; the miners and their families. The situation had been averted, for a while at least."
17236,The Test of Time (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324944&start=50,2015-01-04T12:20:00,Neo-Assyrian Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Alleniana <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324944&amp;p=23019956#p23019956"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Beragalag Bungood</span><br/><br/>The people of the village began to spring into action almost immediately, seeing the men descending the hill. An attack! An attack! How had such a body of people managed to make their way without detection? Who were they? And what had they said? It did not sound like the language of the Bugugazh Beragalag Athag, nor their native Galid. Well, maybe a bit like both, but not much. True, their features seemed similar to the Bugugazh Athag, but... different. Perhaps taller, stronger, not the malnourished beings who often lived in the villages not yet cleared out by the Galid. In any case, though, they were not friends, and might well have been enemies, even if they hadn't attacked. Perhaps they were surprised by the village and would attack soon. <br/><br/>The housewives, preparing breakfasts and waking children and the like, anyway, had been quick in rousing the menfolk, and by the time the intruders would have gotten a good look at where they were, men were forming up in front of their houses, bronze-tipped spears and clubs held in familiar positions. They still had not attacked... though whether that was because of a lack of intention to, momentary surprise, the thought of defeat or else was unclear. For now, more and more men stumbled their way to the action, gathering in a rough mass, all brandishing weapons and with the children, women and others unable to fight behind them. <br/><br/>Many had only just woken up, but now the hubbub quickly took them out of bed, lest the danger swoop in while they were still unprepared. It was not long before near the entire population was present, facing these outsiders, and perhaps enemies. Chatter rose; who were they? What were they doing? Had they attacked? Apparently not, but the other questions went unanswered. A short stand-off seemed apt to begin, as two sides with near no knowledge of each other stood against each other. It did seem, at least, that they were not the natives who the Galid were so used to raiding, but they bore some similarities. Perhaps superficial, but, well...<br/><br/>Before long, though, the confrontation took a more pointed path, as the chief of the village, so to speak, stepped to the front of the mass, still pointing his spear threateningly. The crowd, if it could be called that, quietened down and moved closer, sensing that it might not imminent danger that confronted them, but confused nomads or something. <br/><br/>""Thar!""<br/><br/>The interrogative was barked; a mixture of meanings, ranging from ""what?"", ""who are you?"", ""explain yourself"" and maybe even ""what's your problem?"" were expressed in that pointed, poignant, and perhaps impolite word. <br/><br/>Would they understand? How would they react? Would this break them into an attack, maybe? After all, the people of the village were used to that sort of thing, and it would not surprise them. Who were they, why were they here, and what was going to happen? A collective breath was held.</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Sydjornden</span><br/>The reaction to the party was alarming. Soon after arrival, spears were being pointed at them while they were being yelled at in some unknown tongue. The party was getting frightened. Some grabbed their stone axes and blades, preparing for a battle. ""Ætyr,"" said one of them, ""They'll kill us at any second! We should get out of here now, before our blood stains the land!"" Ætyr slowly shook his head.<br/><br/>""No. We shall not leave. If we manage to communicate with them properly, we can perhaps befriend these peoples. Just let me speak and put your weapons down.""<br/><br/>Ætyr stepped forward, looking at these new peoples. ""Hilsnyr!"" The Chieftain waved to the people. ""Jek... ere Ætyr"" He pointed to himself. ""Jek ere en Kænodeçk Hoevdyng."" He stopped there and looked at the crowd. ""Hvem ere denn Hoevdyng?"" He pointed at the crowd, hoping to push forward the message. He then noticed a lone man in front of the crowd. ""Ere ou Hoevdyngen?"" Ætyr stood in silence, praying silently to the Gods that these people could understand him.<br/><br/><a class=""postlink"" href=""https://docs.google.com/document/d/10K59YP0kIM9i2qLBm_T-BT9YVBGp85Ffd6RpaWvV5NU/edit?usp=sharing"" rel=""nofollow"">(The Basics of Kaenodesk to help translate)</a>"
17237,The Test of Time (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324944&start=50,2015-01-05T00:01:00,Stormwrath,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Ethiopian highland<br/>Circa 3000 BC</span><br/><br/>A new Shakna was being appointed by the priest of the city of Cie, who represented the city's patron god, Holaj't, god of protection. It was now a bustling city of around 30,000 people, dominating over the Hamisa plateau. Now the land was becoming increasingly under the influence of these 2000 year old settlers from the south; most tribal villages in and around the highland were subject to this civilization.<br/><br/>Nokkave knelt with both of his knees, and the priest chanted some words. Then he proceeded to pour a vial with Hamisan wolf blood, which signified his power and authority. After that, he stood up, and was given a robe made of spotted hyena skin. With hundreds looking on at their new Shakna, they cried out in Ge'ez, ""Spare the Shakna, divine ones! Spare the Shakna!""<br/><br/>They rejoiced and feasted for a week, dining on some game. Hopefully this new ruler of the Hamisa is much more benevolent and much more pacifist than his warlike predecessors, who almost drove the Hamisa to ruin. They also were looking for a leader that can finally eliminate the Rawivat, the light skinned invaders who came from the north of the Sea of Reeds."
17238,The Test of Time (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324944&start=50,2015-01-05T07:45:00,Alleniana,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Beragalag Bungood</span><br/><br/>The chief looked at them in confusion. No, they did not appear to understand Galid.<br/><br/>The body of spearmen, emboldened by their numbers and defensive advantage, edged forward. What would happen? Was a fight to break out, as had been feared? The women and children began to back away.<br/><br/>And then, a ragged voice, grown soft but now urgent, pushed to the front. An old man with a cane weaved and nudged through the crowd, white hair framing wide eyes. Perhaps one of the oldest people in the village, though his white hair made him look older than he really was, he waved his hand at the mass of people. He was old enough to have some respect for his age granted, and the warriors took a few steps back, unsure.<br/><br/>He addressed the newcomers,<br/><br/>""O! O! O zhige Bugugazh Beragalag Athag? O zhige Ganodesig?""<br/><br/>The chief, and those who could see and hear him, looked on in half confusion, half amazement. What was this?<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Language stuff""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">He speaks with both a really thick accent and a different dialect. He means ""Oue! Oue! Oue çiger Kaenodesk?"", ""You! You! You speak Old Lightning River People (Language)? You speak Kaenodesk?""</div></div></div>"
17239,The Test of Time (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324944&start=50,2015-01-05T08:27:00,Neo-Assyrian Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Alleniana <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324944&amp;p=23033693#p23033693"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Beragalag Bungood</span><br/><br/>The chief looked at them in confusion. No, they did not appear to understand Galid. <br/><br/>The body of spearmen, emboldened by their numbers and defensive advantage, edged forward. What would happen? Was a fight to break out, as had been feared? The women and children began to back away. <br/><br/>And then, a ragged voice, grown soft but now urgent, pushed to the front. An old man with a cane weaved and nudged through the crowd, white hair framing wide eyes. Perhaps one of the oldest people in the village, though his white hair made him look older than he really was, he waved his hand at the mass of people. He was old enough to have some respect for his age granted, and the warriors took a few steps back, unsure. <br/><br/>He addressed the newcomers, <br/><br/>""O! O! O zhige Bugugazh Beragalag Athag? O zhige Ganodesig?""<br/><br/>The chief, and those who could see and hear him, looked on in half confusion, half amazement. What was this? <br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Language stuff""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">He speaks with both a really thick accent and a different dialect. He means ""Oue! Oue! Oue çiger Kaenodesk?"", ""You! You! You speak Old Lightning River People (Language)? You speak Kaenodesk?""</div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Sydjorden</span><br/>The party was still frightened by the foreigners. The message was not getting across and now the people were becoming hostile. Ætyr slowly backed into the group. ""Ready your weapons and prepare for the worst."" The party raised their weapons just as an old man came forth. He said something in Kædonesk, although it was heavily accented.<br/><br/>""Ja, vy çiger Kædoneçk!"" replied Ætyr, ""Hvem ere denn Hoevdyng?"" (Who is your leader?)"
17240,The Test of Time (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324944&start=75,2015-01-06T06:40:00,Alleniana,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Beragalag Bungood</span><br/><br/>The old man pointed at the chief.<br/><br/>""Him!""<br/><br/>He spoke in a strange, accented dialect of Kaenodesk, but the point got across. He began to converse, to the mixed amazement, bemusement, amusement and puzzlement of those present.<br/><br/>""I will translate for you, so we can... er, talk.""<br/><br/>His skills in speaking the language were rusty, but already they came quick and fast.<br/><br/>Suddenly, though, he realised the implication of the language they spoke. It was effectively... a dialect of the language of the Bugugazh Beragalag Athag! They were the barbarians feared! But, hang on... no they weren't. The language was different from any he'd heard, and they were stronger, somewhat differently built... and, he noticed, richer in many ways, from what they carried.<br/><br/>Somewhat fearful that violence would break out if he realised what language they were speaking, he simply told the chief that he had learned this language in his childhood, which was nominally true, and that he could translate for them. The chief himself considered it, as well as their somewhat differed looks and possession of more advanced implements and goods than the natives, and accepted it.<br/><br/>Thus, he, in turn, turned and announced this to the crowd, who still seemed curious, but began to disperse. As they were led through its ever lessening ranks, the people got the look they wanted, relieved themselves of their anxiety, and went to work, knowing that it was not what it had first seemed, apparently.<br/><br/>The party, though large, was led without incident to a longhouse, the biggest in the village, within which they were sat down, and their leader brought to a table with several mats around it to speak. A sort of rich, warm beer was brought in by the chief's wife, following protocol with guests, and they got down to business. And, indeed, it went remarkably well, the matters of trade going well when their possession of amber was revealed as well as their high regard for metal, and even the explanation of their language's intelligibility with the ""barbarian"" tongue was explained without incident.<br/><br/>It seemed, now, that the first contact between the Kaenod and the Galid had been made. They drank to it, not knowing where their peoples' futures would blow together."
17241,The Test of Time (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324944&start=75,2015-01-06T09:09:00,The Jonathanian States,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Orion</span><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Hail, chief</span>"", came the shout of the warriors assembled on the central space of the village, as their leader stepped out of his house. To his side stepped his two brothers and three of his cousins, all chiefs in their own right, how minor their power may be, controlling part of the area. Under the leadership of Jamus chief of Orion they had agreed to form a pact from their ties. An Albian clan, first amongst the Albians to be an actual alliance. Jamus would be overlord of all lands under control of the clan for his life, with the chiefs or their sons electing a new overlord from amongst them after him. It had been merely a moon ago, in Orion, that they had finalized their pact through a ritual exchange of blood, their common blood mixing and being given to the priest of Da for omen. The priest had read the mix of their blood, shared and yet different, and had returned with an answer. The clan shall succeed. Word having come, the warriors were assembled at Orion.<br/><br/>Now, finally, the Oriolls were to experience their rise. Spears tipped with metal glistened in the light of the rising sun, and so did the few axes amongst the nobles. Commands were shouted, and slowly the group started moving.<br/>To the west lay lands untouched by Albian settlers, their populations not expected to have had developed metal weaponry. They would be targeted first.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Naalbidor</span><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Naalbidorians</span>"", spoke Herman, chief of Naalbidor, to his people, ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Men of our Norolbian allies have returned. With them they carried words from Ofuralb and the lands of Orion.</span>"". The attending warriors, both male and female, listened closely. It was no news that the greatest city of the west, and the capital of the south, were both considered the most significant rivals Naalbidor and its allies up and downriver. In fact, some clashes already had occurred upstream in the areas under Norolbian control. They had merely been small clashes, even lacking any intervention by the greater towns, but once blood had been spelt all knew that sooner or later something would happen.<br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Our friends upriver report that the metalworkers of Ofuralb work tirelessly on forging weapons and that the men and women of Orion have brought it upon themselves to unite and strike the heathens of sunset.</span>"", the chief let the words and their meaning sink in. Then he continued, ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">You all know what this means. It means that we must act now. Not in a sun or two, but now. The chief of Norolbis has agreed moving here with a force of his with further planning and so do I intend to ask the people of Nedipunk. We are neither Orionese nor Ofuralbs, criminals and blood-heathens to our own people. We are Naalbidor, root of the Albi, homeland second to none but Albis the great. We are Naalbidor, and if it is a warpath our neighbours march on then we shall walk by them and outpace them in their own game.</span>"" As the calmness of Herman started descending into fervor so did the mood of the fighters rise, starting with chanting and slowly evolving into spears being hammered on the group and banged against shields.<br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">But we are no traitors to our people. We shall not be those to bring the peace of Rollo to its end. No, we shall expand into strength and be prepared to strike after their first attack. No, they shall expect to attack a small Naalbidor. A weak and old Naalbidor. But we shall expand our strength in such measure they shall not believe. It may not happen in my days, it may not happen in any of yours, but Orion and Ofuralb are steering for war, so we shall expect them there!</span>"""
17242,The Test of Time (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324944&start=75,2015-01-06T10:05:00,Normandy and Picardy,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Mynosis, Crektoyus 2801 BC</span></span><br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Veahena ega lux realemto cai eineara kalsodart.</span></span> <span style=""font-size: 85%; line-height: 116%;"">(I have seen the light of the universe and it is good)</span></div></blockquote><br/><br/>The astronomer Guloies looked at his improved chart of the sky, better than the previous ones. On them, he noted the positions of the stars and that of the lamp of Sulendil(the moon) and of the three known Platloe (planets), Vestux (Venus), Gastux (Earth) and Aerux (Mars). He also had a map which used longitude from Mynosis. He had discovered that the Earth is round and had created maps of the Greek coast as described by travellers. He was the head of the Aklia and learned in geometry and history. He was a remarkable man. He was even offered to be the Lord Elect, although he refused to take the role. But then he did what only a madman would do; he denounced the gods. He was tried in the courthouse and sentenced to death, and was forced to jump off a cliff. Most of his maps were destroyed, though his book about the Earth and the constellations, the Vivla Mas Realemto, survived and was preserved in the Aklia."
17243,The Test of Time (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324944&start=75,2015-01-06T22:31:00,Reatra,"<div align=""center""><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/fqLa95o.png""/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 85%; line-height: 116%;"">Soft pink in north: Cheq<br/>Olive Green in north: Kaun<br/>Bright pink in west: Tekal<br/>Orange in east: Rainaut<br/>Blue in south: Aedna<br/>Light green in south: Healia</span></div></div></div></div><br/><br/><br/><br/>The Rainaut Warring States Period (or, alternatively, the Five Princes and an Ainpi Era), which lasted from roughly 2800 BCE to about 1900 BCE, are known today for their incredible advancements in the fields of agriculture and military science. It is during the end of this era that RyRy the Nickol devised several battle tactics that even today, while adapted to modern technologies, are used to great effect in the many skirmishes Rylonia has with it's rebels and neighbors. But more on that at a later time.<br/><br/>The era began with a series of wars between the Five Princes, including the many skirmishes between the northern princes of Cheq and Kaun, and the all out war between Aedna and Tekal in the hills of the south-west. It was a rather chaotic time for all, and in Rainaut, the original capital of the now fractured nation, villagers and Ainpis alike looked to reunify the nation. Unfortunately, no princes would align themselves with the Ainpi, as they each saw themselves as the legitimate Ainpi of all of Rainaut. For nearly a millennia the cycle would stay roughly the same, although the princes, during the rare times of relative peace, would expand their holdings into the somewhat unsettled lands surrounding them.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i.imgur.com/9X0YXP0.png""/></div></div></div><br/><br/>Warring States in roughly 2300 BCE</div><br/><br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 65%; line-height: 116%;"">Sorry for small post, the warring states are very tedious and my newfound being-in-school means that I'll try and summarize the era over the weekend.</span>"
17244,The Test of Time (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324944&start=75,2015-01-06T22:39:00,Reatra,"*prequel to previous post*<br/><br/>Only two hundred years after the Ainpi became absolute ruler of Rainaut, the first instance of purposeful bronze working was recorded in the Auktiu Delta. It is not completely known how the discovery of the alloy was made, but the melt widely accepted theory is that a copper smelter in Rainaut used ores that held tin impurities, and after the metal cooled it would have been obvious that this was a very different type of metal. The extreme fertility of the Auktiu Delta and Valley meant that very few farmers were needed to feed Rainaut, and that meant that once bronze began to become commonplace there was a large amount of smiths creating bronze tools and weaponry. The new efficiency of farms meant that the population of the Auktiu Valley boomed, and in about 2950 there were up to a million people lived in the Valley. Since Rainaut owned much of the fertile land along the river, their armies began to be much larger, and this, along with the fact that many surrounding cultures had yet to discover bronze working, gave Ainpi Erao the opportunity to, for the first time in a millennium, dramatically expand Rainaut's borders. He first started with the coastal settlements of the Tenaud peoples to the north. As a fishing society, they naturally were not very adept at warfare, and easily were crushed. Their annexation into the administrative system, which was still primitive, was rather easy due to their small population and unwarlike nature. The next conquest was of the Taekti, an inland tribe to the north whose flat and fertile plains would allow for even more food to be produced (as you may be able to tell, fields were the driving force for conquest in the Ancient Era) and allow for more security from starvation for Rainaut. One battle mostly ended their resistance and they too were integrated as much as was possible in a few years. This cycle went on for a few decades, and by 2900 the Rainaut had considerably expanded its borders and was somewhat stable. A wiser Ainpi would have stopped conquering there, but Erao was intent on being greater than Ren, and continued his conquests. For nearly a century the continued conquests destabilized the Ainpiship, and the decision of Ainpi Kak to stop the conquests to centralize the nation is said today to have ensured the existence of Rylonia nearly four millennia later.<br/><br/>The fracture of Rainaut began in about 2400, with the death of Ainpi Tori. By then the conquered peoples were culturally Rainaut with a few differences according to their location. Ainpi Tori died without an heir, and his advisers decided to form a council to rule the nation until his closest living relative, the four year old Kauli, reached age fourteen. For a few months the state remained mostly the same, but after a year the fractitious nature of the nation proved to be its downfall. With chiefs a thing of the past, instead generals native to a certain region took power, and made their own armies. They harvested their own fields and mined their own ore. Due to the old tradition of the Ainpi building roads and canals and general infrastructure in every corner of Rainaut, each state had the infrastructure necessary to survive on their own. For a decade each state simply centralized power and helped their economies grow. Along with the new states, Rainaut remained its own independent state led by the adviser's council until Kauli finally succeeded as Ainpi. Now, the Warring States Era had begun."
17245,The Test of Time (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324944&start=75,2015-01-09T00:35:00,Paketo,-reserved-
17246,The Test of Time (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324944&start=75,2015-01-11T06:48:00,Alleniana,-reservadhallo?-
17247,The Test of Time (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324944&start=75,2015-01-12T00:16:00,The Jonathanian States,"<blockquote><div><cite>Inscriptions found at the Great tomb at Gavethplat wrote:</cite><span style=""font-size: 85%; line-height: 116%;"">It had been the domains of chief Agir the Orollian who had acted first. And under his name was bloodshed brought to the Albian people. Upon this bloodshed of peoples born Bligros son of Mures of Nalbidor. The Reign of Mures saw Nalbidor resist to the Orollians and the Sons of Ofural. Sometimes with greater and sometimes with lesser success as truces for the holy days or for recovery of both sides were made and broken were made everywhere. But Bligros developed a sense of strategy and trained in warfare on horse making those of his follow him. In due time Bligros troops would prove themselves as having been stronger and faster. And in time came the conquest of chief Bligros of Nalbidor and first allied lands were reclaimed and Orion was to fall. And in six suns Orion bowed to Bligros and for two suns he rested in Orion. The third sun saw him march to victory in the fields of Noralbis and before Ofuralb. Ofuralb bent to its new master, Bligros the Albian, Bligros the uniter.<br/>But <del>the</del> <span style=""font-weight: bold"">G</span>od<del>s</del> limited the time of all men, even the devout and strong, the brave and the converting.<br/>After his death came the reign of brothers, of Rollo son of Meer and Rogi son of Arnhild.</span><br/></div></blockquote>"
17248,The Test of Time (IC),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324944&start=75,2015-01-13T08:46:00,Alleniana,-reserved for timeskipstuff in case we continue-
17249,"The Escorts |RP, IC, MT, OPEN|",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324954,2014-12-25T16:07:00,The Predator Federation,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><a class=""postlink"" href=""http://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324889"" rel=""nofollow"">OOC</a></span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Mark watched as the F-22 Raptors break off and Air Force One rapidly descended. ""Pretty jets."" His buddy said looking out the window. Mark just looked back and said nothing. He looked up as a green light lit up, which meant he had to put his seat-belt on. *Click* went the seatbelt as he jammed it in, probably too forcefully. The runway lit up like a Christmas tree, it hurt his eyes as he had been bathing in the dark for a while. Soon they landed, a crowd of paparazzi moved to greet them. ""Welcome to Estonia.<br/>"" he thought as several people got up and made their way out.</span><br/><br/>So Basically if you don't know what's happening and you want to join. Here's what I wrote, AHEM: "" ...In the past few days the US and the UK have been moving more military forces into Estonia due to the increased Russian presence near Nordic countries. However Slovakian terrorists (Slovakian Justice Front) have threatened to kill the US president and British Prime Minister for the 1999 NATO Bombing of Yugoslavia as well as Operation Odyssey Dawn...""<br/><br/>That's all you need to know!<br/><br/>Rules:<br/>1. No god-mod.<br/>2. No metagaming.<br/>3. I will be the OP, CO-OP will be selected.<br/>4. Listen to what we say, do not question us.<br/>5. No one lined posts (In Character)<br/>6. No flaming.<br/>7. No trolling.<br/>8. Listen to what the moderators say.<br/>9. Do not control other players<br/>10. Be realistic.<br/>11. I will control certain things that happen.<br/>12. You control one and only one individual.<br/><br/>Have fun!"
17250,"The Escorts |RP, IC, MT, OPEN|",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324954,2014-12-25T16:22:00,Jeremy Beaver,"""Check, Check"" John was going over the pre Flight check list Before he was given orders to Go up. He spinned the Mini Guns with his hand making sure they Rotated properly and looked at the Ammo. APFI Mostly made to Pierce armor then Fragment into a Incendiary. These guns wouldn't need to be used hopefully as he was mostly Transporting people, but he felt that some of this Ammo would have to Go.<br/><br/>He looked Into his Helmet to check the HUD while he was in the Little Bird. The green Lines and letters were on showing Altitude, Speed, and other things he couldn't be bothered with at the moment. He took the Helmet of and looked around he saw Barracks and Buildings of certain Designation, People and other Helicopters. Surely this couldn't be that hard? Killing the president and all."
17251,"The Escorts |RP, IC, MT, OPEN|",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324954,2014-12-25T16:48:00,The United States of North Amerigo,"""We literally just arrived, and you hooked up with a prostitute already."" Henry shook his head as he whacked Jake's vest. Jake just shrugged as a reply looking down in shame. ""You dog."" Henry added.<br/><br/>""Hey look, F-15C Eagles."" Jake pointed as the fighter jets departed the airport heading east. ""Damn Russians."" he finished. The two guys then crouched down in the grass to watch the big powerful jets depart. Henry picked up his rucksack and his SR-25 and then looked to the left. He saw a small black helicopter taking off heading towards the runway.<br/><br/>""I didn't know AH-6s were stationed here."" Henry looked bewildered, as he watched a helicopter make a bee-line across the sky near where the Presidential Convoy was supposed to meet the British Prime Minister.<br/><br/>""They're not supposed to be stationed here..."" Jake replied, Henry looked at Jake, then they both started sprinting towards the airfield. Jake took out his radio, he hit it but heard static. ""Craps, hurry!"""
17252,"The Escorts |RP, IC, MT, OPEN|",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324954,2014-12-25T17:18:00,The Predator Federation,"President Obama stepped down the stairs watching the fighter jets depart. He was so distracted in fact, that he almost tripped. In time he caught the railing however. A crowd of Estonian press reporters took pictures, and asked questions, Obama dismissed them saying ""I'll make a speech on Monday."" Just then, the Beast or presidential limo pulled up. President Obama stepped inside, this time more cautious.<br/><br/>""Hello."" The British Prime Minister David Cameron shook Obama's hand. ""Greetings."" He replied back. ""Was I too formal?"" He asked himself. The Beast drove off, President Obama and David Cameron looked up out the windows as they heard the rumble of a helicopter.<br/><br/>""Bloody hell..."" David Cameron said. ""Is that one of yours?"" He asked staring at the helicopter.<br/><br/>""I thought I said that I wanted the airspace clear except for those two fighter jets."" He replied, confused.<br/><br/>""You ought to charge him for treason."" David Cameron commented.<br/><br/>""Mr. President."" The speaker played out, whoever said it, had an Estonian accent. ""Uh... There has been an unauthorized flight that just flew over your airbase.""<br/><br/>""I'm well aware."" The President said.<br/><br/>""Our apologies.""<br/><br/>""Yeah right."" David Cameron muttered under his breath as an F-16C Falcon being towed passed them towards the runway. ""Is that one of yours?"" The Minister asked Obama.<br/><br/>""There's an American flag on it."" Obama looked at the jet. ""I should boost defense spending."" The president referred to the gritty state of the F-16.<br/><br/>""We should talk about both of our countries boosting defense spending."" David Cameron replied. ""Maybe tomorrow."""
17253,"The Escorts |RP, IC, MT, OPEN|",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324954,2014-12-25T17:34:00,Jeremy Beaver,""" This is Banshee One Pre Flight checks are Complete, Over"" John said into his Radio informing that he is ready for Take off a Man answer back. ""Roger Banshee One you have Permission to take off when Ready."" John put the Helicopter into a Hover before going and Gained altitude, he then Tilted forward and Moved away ""This is Banshee One, we're on our Way"" John said to inform the Tower.<br/><br/>The surrounding landscape out side the base was very good for Defence incase of attack. Valleys and Bunkers aswell as hills, John also remember there being Mortars and artillery guns at the base. He wouldn't have to worry about the U.S doing some sort of Counter attack which would keep him from RTB.<br/><br/>A voice interrupted his train of Thought ""Banshee One Proceed to Objective. Do not alert them"". John replied ""Copy Tower proceeding to Objective""."
17254,"The Escorts |RP, IC, MT, OPEN|",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324954,2014-12-25T17:58:00,United Kingdom of Kent,"Captain Hart had spent the last few hours in flight with the Prime Ministers vast entourage as they made their way to the Estonian airport where the party was to rendezvous with the President of the United States. The almost traditional 'Yank' jokes were being thrown around by the numerous staff on the plane, and many appeared to be finalising documents for the diplomatic mission ahead. Hart picked up his drink slowly turning the glass to swish the wine around within, ""no wonder the armies facing cuts with all the useless high paid staff around this place"" he murmured under his breath to the Sergeant sat on his left who in return gave the small laugh an NCO reserved for his Officers jokes. He stared around at the young number of staff who were abusing the free drink, and thought how their salaries would be so much better served in the pockets of those soldiers who had lost their jobs or to pay those still serving for Queen and Country.<br/><br/>The intercom came on as the Captain announced their final approach to the airport, the lights above flashed on to signify the need for passengers to sit down and fasten their seatbelts. Hart sighed as he leant back in his chair for the landing, he joined the army so he wouldn't have to fly too much and always felt better the sooner his feet hit firm ground, he stared out the window at the RAF jets escorting the aircraft, looking down he saw the outline through the clouds of the airport a vast hub of military activity. The plane made its descent to the ground and came to a halt, those within his compartment stayed seated as was appropriate while the Prime Minister and higher officials made their way down the plane, as he passed the Captain the Prime Minister stopped to great the two soldiers who stood out in their No.2 uniforms among the sea of black suits surrounding them.<br/><br/>""I hope you two enjoyed your flight, as the military representative from Household Division I want you two to stay just behind me for this diplomatic mission, as I understand your here to organise a training exercise as well."" he paused as though waiting for an answer before continuing before Hart could reply ""I feel you could do this best by being in the main entourage."" Hart nodded his head ""Thank you sir we would be honoured"". The Prime Minister continued towards the door, as a gap appeared the two soldiers quickly jumped into the gap to follow just behind the main party.<br/><br/>Captain Hart squinted as he stepped into the sunlight, the numerous camera flashes didn't help as the media took what Hart felt was a ridiculous number of photos of David Cameron. as he walked forward and greeted the President who had left his respective Airforce One plane simultaneously they both quickly entered what the world know as simply 'the beast' quickly speeding off. Hart and Sergeant Osmond made their way to the waiting cars to follow on behind the 'beast', they got in the 5th car back in the line sharing it with a British government secretary and two low ranking US officer attachés. As the car drove away the two groups of soldiers begun to discuss respective regiments and experiences while commenting on the vast military base around them.<br/><br/>A helicopter whizzed over the convoy at a height and speed that just didn't seem right to Hart for a helicopter over a friendly base but waved it off as just the American armed forces way of doing things. Adjusting his uniform and medals so that when he got to the destination he looked at his best he resigned himself for the rest of the journey to finalising the proposal plans for his regiments proposed exercise."
17255,"The Escorts |RP, IC, MT, OPEN|",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324954,2014-12-25T22:05:00,The United States of North Amerigo,"Jake and Henry realized they were too late, they bent down and put their hands on their knees panting like dogs. They walked up to the front desk jockey of the base. ""Where- Where's Colonel Sawyer?"" They asked panting, Jake slammed his fist on the desk and inhaled and exhaled deeply.<br/><br/>""You guys alright?"" The desk jockey asked.<br/><br/>""Listen, that helicopter that just flew over, they're not stationed here."" He said.<br/><br/>""I'm well aware, I just thought, well they were starting to station them here."" He raised one brow and looked at the Delta Operators confused. With some trace of fear in his eyes. ""I'll call Colonel Sawyer."" He picked up the phone and started dialing a number just as Jake and Henry started to leave. ""Where are you going?"" The desk jockey asked.<br/><br/>""I just have a bad feeling about this."" Jake raised his HK416 slightly walking out. Henry looked back at the desk jockey, then slowly started to follow. They walked to a HMMWV they were free to use. The HMMWV was open and had no doors, the back you found find on a pickup truck, and a 7.62x39mm Minigun mounted on the top. ""Jake took his radio out again and pressed it, no static. ""Do you think that helo had a jammer on it?""<br/><br/>""I don't know dude, I didn't see a jamming pod on it."" Henry shrugged. ""Besides I probably couldn't tell.""<br/><br/>""Alex, Mike, get to the airbase. We're gonna try and catch up with the presidential limo."" He transmitted over the radio, on a closed channel, and for good reason. This sort of thing was not allowed.<br/><br/>""Sir, are you crazy?"" Alex asked in a loud tone. ""Your reputation is bad enough as it is!"" He finished<br/><br/>""There's something happening here, that helicopter that just buzzed by a few minutes ago, we don't have any of those here."" He continued on, Alex stayed silent because he could tell by the tone of his voice that he wasn't finished. ""Not the Rangers, not us Delta boys."" He finished.<br/><br/>""Alright but if we're getting charged for this, it's all on you, sir."" Alex replied back.<br/><br/>Several minutes later Alex and Mike got into the the Humvee. Alex was the grenadier, Mike carried the M240, both of the weapons were suppressed. ""Alright let's get this over with."" Jake started up the engine looking at Alex with a huge grin on his face.<br/><br/>""What?"" Alex asked.<br/><br/>""That's what she said."" He said trying to suppress laughter.<br/><br/>""Shut up, what are you, ten?"" He asked as the Humvee started off onto the road, quickly approaching the Estonian speed limit, they could get in a lot of trouble and the fireteam knew it."
17256,"The Escorts |RP, IC, MT, OPEN|",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324954,2014-12-25T22:25:00,Jeremy Beaver,"John looked around, he was nearing the Objective area. He knew he must not get spotted so he lowerd his altitude to avoid Radar Detection. Another Helicopter passed him and he Recognized it, It was one of theirs.<br/><br/>He heard a voice from the other Helicopter ""This is Banshee Two to Banshee One Recon completed Presidents Convoy is on its way, Over"" John answerd back ""Roger Banshee Two, staying below radar and Moveing in to Chase at a distance Over."" John had to follow the Convoy at a Long distance to avoid Detection and all the while under the Radar. John though to him self ""What do they want me to do? Kill him?"" The orders were Absurd to him but they were Orders and he was getting paid Good money."
17257,"The Escorts |RP, IC, MT, OPEN|",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324954,2014-12-26T09:32:00,The Predator Federation,"The presidential convoy moved into a town, little did they know what was waiting for them. As the first SUV moved forward it drove over something, a bomb. It was too late, and the secret service was completely unaware. The cars blew up in a brilliant fashion and flash of light, secret service agents jumped out some on fire. President Obama and David Cameron sat in their car, scared. The 'beast' was heavily armored and could withstand a heavy assault, but it was under quite a test at this scale.<br/><br/>""What's happening?"" Obama slammed his fist on the window between his section and the driver's. No response.<br/><br/>""I said, what's happening?"" He slammed his fist again, this time with much more force. The driver's head fell onto the dashboard as cracks filled up the class, thankfully it wasn't shattered.<br/><br/>""Oh shi-"" David Cameron was interrupted by a huge explosion in the Secret Service car behind them, several men lay on the ground, their suits blood stained. The brilliant flash of light confused and disorientated the prime minister and the president. Two terrorists holding AK-74 ran up to the President's window and smashed it down.<br/><br/>""You're coming with us!"" They put bags over Cameron's and Obama's head, they couldn't respond. ""Keep them alive, we'll need them.""<br/><br/>..."
17258,"The Escorts |RP, IC, MT, OPEN|",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324954,2014-12-26T13:05:00,United Kingdom of Kent,"Captain Hart and his platoon Sergeant were quietly chatting to each other, in a black car about 9th back in the vast convoy that was the Prime Ministers and Presidents party heading for the NATO meeting location. As they discussed the menial things such as training schedules, platoon cohesion and potential JNCO promotions the ground and what seemed the very air around them rumbled with the echoing and deafening sound of an explosion further down the line of the convoy, their training instantly kicked in as they got down into a brace and cover position for the familiar incident of a road side bomb that they were both use to after tours in Afghanistan. As they jumped back up they saw the crying wreck of a government secretary who laid sobbing on his seat. The two US soldiers were likewise in a position to utilise maximum cover. Gunshots resonated off the buildings lining the street, quickly breaking into realisation for Hart that this was more than a IED attack, he had to reach the Prime Minister to get him into safety.<br/><br/>He looked out the window before deciding it was safe enough to move to the boot of the car to retrieve his pistol, cursing that is rifle was with the baggage train that would of reached him latter at the hotel, all he had to hand right now was his pistol and sword, one of which would not be much help right now. He nodded to the sergeant who recognised the look in Harts eyes as they both quickly darted out of the car and round to the boot. They prayed the boot wasn't locked as they attempted to open it, thankfully it opened easily and they throw bags aside until they found their small carry-on bags. Both of them grabbed their Glocks, already loaded with a magazine, grabbing the spare magazine their chambered their first round and ditched their more ceremonial pieces of kit such as swords and medals into the boot.<br/><br/>""Okay lets get down there!"" Hart shouted to sergeant Osmond and the two US soldiers who joined them from inside the car. The four moved quickly down the line of cars towards the premiers car, all around lay injured or dead civilians, police and security personnel. Darting car to car they made quick pace towards the main car in time to see two masked armed men rush for the premiers car, smashing the windows and in the process of pulling both out the car. Hart indistinctly raised his pistol and shouted ""stop, British Army"" as he and the small group with him took cover and firing positions within the often burning wreckage of the destroyed car just behind the Presidents 'beast'. He was ready to fight to save the Prime Minister and hopefully the President, but Harts priority was to a member of his Queens ministers before the President."
17259,"The Escorts |RP, IC, MT, OPEN|",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324954,2014-12-26T15:50:00,Jeremy Beaver,Deleted
17260,"The Escorts |RP, IC, MT, OPEN|",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324954,2014-12-26T15:51:00,Jeremy Beaver,"""This is Tower! They have begun the Attack move in Now and give support Banshee One"" the Voice Interupted his thought as he was following the Presidents Convoy, a Sudden Explosion scared Him just after Tower Talked. ""Holy shit!, what was that?"" John looked around and Saw a Tower of smoke comeing from a Town. ""That must be him"" John put the Helicopter into a Course for the Town and got there Quickly. As he got closer he saw and heard Gun Fire he could identify who was who from there.<br/><br/>John put the Safety off of his Mini Guns and lowerd Altitude to Just above the Buildings. He got Closer and closer then Quickly Stopped over the Street and turned to face the Convoy. He could hear the noise of Bullets Bouncing off of the Hull. He flipped the Cover off the Trigger and Fired. A tremendous Roar was Heard and John saw the dirt being kicked from the ground by the Bullet impact. He saw a group forming around the other convoy Vehicles and carefully Turned his guns on them and saw the Bullets Penetrateing the Vehicle and hitting the Ground around it."
17261,"The Escorts |RP, IC, MT, OPEN|",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324954,2014-12-26T16:24:00,The United States of North Amerigo,"Jake, Henry, Alex, and Mike pulled up to the convoy in their humvee, bullet fire ricocheted off of their vehicle as they ducked below the bullet-proof glass. Smoke and fire filled the air as well as the pugent stench of oil. Mike immediately moved up to the minigun to operate it then turned it on.<span style=""font-style: italic"">BBBBBRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRR</span>the minigun spun up and Mike sprayed bullets all over the walls killing several terrorists, some of which had large holes in them.<br/><br/>""AAAAAAGGH!! DIEE YOU F**KERS!!"" He screamed over the roar of the machine-gun. Everyone else in the fireteam either got out or covered their ears as Mike let out a rapid train of bullets at the enemy. Eventually most of the area was covered in smoke.<br/><br/>""Oh god..."" Jake said, looking at all the dead bodies that lay near the vehicles. Several men were covered in blood.<br/><br/>""Hey, up there!"" Alex pointed to a helicopter which started to turn towards them. ""Hurry, open fire!"" Mike let loose the minigun again, Henry then shot his sniper rifle at the cockpit hoping to take someone out.<br/><br/>""Step on it!"" Alex said, and they drove off, avoiding cars and husks of former vehicles. ""I'll reload the M-G."" Alex said as bullet casings started falling from the roof. There was a trail of smoke that came out of all six barrels of the minigun.<br/><br/>""I didn't take that helicopter out..."" Mike said in shame.<br/><br/>""I'll call air support, it'll be okay."" Jake responded."
17262,"The Escorts |RP, IC, MT, OPEN|",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324954,2014-12-26T17:03:00,Red Blackiland,"<span style=""font-style: italic""><br/>I am Igor.A crazy,cold,arithmetician, with exploding power to enter into a tense conflict.After being in military regimel with our Rangers friends,mettings,foods and laughts,that is common in a military pre-war ambience.Now,is the time to end the break,the hour when i saw the convoy of tanks and military vehicles,reached my hour to enter in action,now we go.<br/>A convoy had been called to help the rest of the Rangers and Delta,against Slovakian Terrorist members,in the north of Estonia when we reached,rapidly we entered in combat with few group of Slovakian Justice Front,they have the same willpower as the groups of old Europe,however, they hadn't the equipment,tactics and the organization of a state army.<br/>Was a few Slovakian nationalizated Russians,probably against US actions,however,Russians can't abandon your old mentality.Always with my cold way,i killed one by one SJF members,a dark road with blood spots,day-by-day we know this in a army life,of course with the help of my friends,the military vehicles with gatling guns and the tanks bombarder alleys and SJF hideouts,we won the first battle encounter,zero Rangers death and approximated 60 deaths by SJF members.<br/>Rangers repeating..few SJF members are in north of Estonia,this is only the first encounter,now Estonia are divided : SJF/Russia and US supported by UK.The president said that have confidence in the Rangers and certainly we will make our missions with bravure!<br/>Now,you guys will give license for me,because i need eat my dish with rice and beans after this little battle.<br/></span>"
17263,"The Escorts |RP, IC, MT, OPEN|",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324954,2014-12-26T17:35:00,The United States of North Amerigo,"<blockquote><div><cite>Red Blackiland <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324954&amp;p=22923458#p22923458"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-style: italic""><br/>I am Igor.A crazy,cold,arithmetician, with exploding power to enter into a tense conflict.After being in military regimel with our Rangers friends,mettings,foods and laughts,that is common in a military pre-war ambience.Now,is the time to end the break,the hour when i saw the convoy of tanks and military vehicles,reached my hour to enter in action,now we go.<br/>A convoy had been called to help the rest of the Rangers and Delta,against Slovakian Terrorist members,in the north of Estonia when we reached,rapidly we entered in combat with few group of Slovakian Justice Front,they have the same willpower as the groups of old Europe,however, they hadn't the equipment,tactics and the organization of a state army.<br/>Was a few Slovakian nationalizated Russians,probably against US actions,however,Russians can't abandon your old mentality.Always with my cold way,i killed one by one SJF members,a dark road with blood spots,day-by-day we know this in a army life,of course with the help of my friends,the military vehicles with gatling guns and the tanks bombarder alleys and SJF hideouts,we won the first battle encounter,zero Rangers death and approximated 60 deaths by SJF members.<br/>Rangers repeating..few SJF members are in north of Estonia,this is only the first encounter,now Estonia are divided : SJF/Russia and US supported by UK.The president said that have confidence in the Rangers and certainly we will make our missions with bravure!<br/>Now,you guys will give license for me,because i need eat my dish with rice and beans after this little battle.<br/></span></div></blockquote><br/>(OOC: What just happened? I don't know but I don't think the Opening Post will allow it.)"
17264,"The Escorts |RP, IC, MT, OPEN|",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324954,2014-12-26T21:09:00,Krajstali,"Mikulas was cleaning his rifle as he was watching the news of the Western Leaders arriving in Tallinin. At every inch Mikulas had greased the Zastava with some Cheap lube, such a rifle would not require cleaning as the last time he had used it was in Bosnia but it had worked fine since then before he started to clean it once more. In his tank Mikulas was writing down notes on his Samsung on the whereabouts of the Western Leaders as they begun to escape from the ambush. In nothing but his Tank top. As soon as he was finished, he pulled out a shirt next to him before donning a Tracksuit. He pulled out the Drawer to find his PP-Bizon before taking a few Frags and a Knife. Before hiding them inside a Duffel-bag with his Zastava M91 and regular backpack with White phosphorous inside, one slight mistake and Mikulas knew the consequences. However he was fully aware that White phosphorous was a deadly and chemical weapon but NATO had used it and so he wanted to give them a taste of their own medicine.<br/><br/>Before he left the room, Mikulas had picked up a dart and threw it at his Dartboard with Obama's picture hung on it. He left the doors of his cheaply rented Hotel room and had adjusted a Bluetooth headset on his Ear. Mikulas pulled out his samsung before connecting with a few Cells of the Slovakian Justice Front.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Pre všetkých agentov, Mission je ísť, vystopovať západných vodcov a odviesť ich, kým môžem dostať čistý snímku.""</span>(To all operatives, Mission is a go, Track down the Western Leaders and distract them until I can get a clear shot.)<br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Boh je s nami""</span>(God is with us)"
17265,"The Escorts |RP, IC, MT, OPEN|",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324954,2014-12-26T21:20:00,Jeremy Beaver,John hears a Sharp Cracks as the Windshield Cracks and reveals a hole in it the Bullet All most hit him. At that moment he knew he had to start moving. John Tilted the Helicopter forward and Escaped over the Convoy with little to no Damage. At that moment he saw a Car moving swerveing to avoid Husks of cars and Ditched Vehicles.<br/><br/>John stopped the Helicopter out side of the town just where the Convoy Ended and turned around and went Down the way the Convoy was suppose to go and Identified the Car and Fired a 4 second burst at it As he was Moveing. John then kept Moveing down the road in the Helicopter.
17266,"The Escorts |RP, IC, MT, OPEN|",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324954,2014-12-27T18:00:00,The United States of North Amerigo,"The HMMWV's engine caught on fire, the fireteam jumped out taking cover in a nearby building from the helicopter. ""We need an intercept!"" Jake screamed through his radio.<br/><br/>""SUPPRESSIVE!!"" Mike fired his M240, it kicked up dust as it went on but he held onto the trigger. ""DIIEE!!"" He reloaded the M240 in a very quick fashion and began to shoot again.<br/><br/>""Distraction!"" Henry said as he climbed near the front of the window, he aimed the sniper rifle at the gunner,<span style=""font-style: italic"">click</span>. However he missed again, as the helicopter was a moving platform."
17267,"The Escorts |RP, IC, MT, OPEN|",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324954,2014-12-27T23:39:00,Organized States,"""<span style=""font-style: italic"">EAGLE ONE'S BEEN HIT! NO V-ID ON POTUS! WE'RE TAKING HEAVY FIRE! ARROW 1-1, REQUESTING IMMEDIATE FIRE SUPPORT ON TARGET!</span>"" said what must have been a Ranger over the radio as the first QRF arrived on scene along with the Estonian Army and the Local Security Forces. The newest addition to these forces were an OH-58D<span style=""font-style: italic"">Kiowa Warrior</span>, callsign ""Bow 1-1"" and two AH-64E<span style=""font-style: italic"">Apache Guardian</span>, callsign ""Arrow 1-1"" and ""Arrow 1-2"". In the pilot's seat of Arrow 1-1 sat CW2 Thomas Kilmann. Kilmann, was one of the newer Apache jocks stationed in Estonia with the escalation of the crisis in Ukraine.<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Copy that Iron 1-6. Confirmation on Hostile Air. Small Radar contact dashing in between the buildings and assaulting the convoy. Arrow 1-1, recommend engage.</span>"" said Bow 1-1 as the Apaches and the Kiowa came on scene. The radar did indeed pickup a small radar contact, which appeared to be a scout helicopter modified to be a gunship.<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Hey, uhh, roger that Bow. Switching to the Stingers.</span>"" said Kilmann as he tapped Warrent Officer Matthew O'Brien, Arrow 1-1's gunner, who quickly armed the two AIM-92s. The AIM-92 was a derivative of the venerable Stinger MANPAD but instead updated for the fast-moving AH-64 for use against other helicopters. The Apache Guardian's radar locked onto the fast moving helicopter, identified as an OH-6 by the ground forces. An AIM-92 tore off of the Apache's pylon and streaked towards the helicopter."
17268,"The Escorts |RP, IC, MT, OPEN|",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324954,2014-12-28T20:08:00,The Predator Federation,"A voice came onto the BLUFOR Radio Net ""To all NATO units, retreat to ""Ämari Air Base, NATO forces have found where the president and prime minister are being held. The SJF have demanded millions of dollars, pounds, and euros, and the seperation of NATO, obviously that isn't going to happen! We will be counter-attacking at their base with the 5th Armored Division, the 1st Infantry Division, the 1st Fighter Wing, an AC-130U, and other British and German military elements. The president is out of range and all we can do is prep for the attack tomorrow, at 0500 Hours, sharp, get ready, get some R and R. Crossroads out."" The voice finished, American and British troops were astonished, but they would use their energy, tomorrow."
17269,"The Escorts |RP, IC, MT, OPEN|",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324954,2014-12-28T23:07:00,The United States of North Amerigo,"""Delta boys will be coming from the east, Rangers to the west. F-22 Raptors have been equipped with GBU-38s and AIM-120s as well as AIM-9 Sidewinders. "" Colonel Sawyer pointed at multiple infantry symbols on the projection. He also pointed at an F-22 symbol marked ""1st Fighter Wing"" Colonel Sawyer brought up another infantry symbol on the map. ""If this fails, the USS Winston Churchill and 15th Marine expeditionary unit will come in as a rescue force."" A USMC and USN symbol appeared in the North Sea. ""The USS Essex and USS George Bush will be launching sorties from the black sea."" He finished as a US Navy symbol appeared in the black sea. ""Apaches might be on station but we don't know. An AC-130 will be covering troops, and SAS will conduct a HALO op. German and British troops will be there as well, there will be an entire Stryker brigade conducting a ground assault."" He went on. ""The Slovakin Justice Front base has multiple T-80BVKs from Russia, as well as a KA-60 and MI-24 Hind atrack helicopter."" He switched from a map to drone footage captured from an MQ-4C Triton. There were two soldiers in ski-masks outside, as well as a GAZ MRAP parked outside. ""This is what the compound looks like, where they are holding the prime minister and president. Jake, you'really now a Lieutenant, I want you to lead a rifle squad instead of a fire-team.Any questions? Dismissed. """
17270,"The Escorts |RP, IC, MT, OPEN|",https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324954,2015-01-06T17:58:00,Jeremy Beaver,"John woke up in the wreckage of his Little Bird, He had burns on his arms and body but it seems the fuel did not Outright Explode and kill him. John climbs out of the Wreckage with his G-36 strapped around his neck and looks behind him at the Destroyed Helicopter missing its Tail and The rotors on top Scraped off Clean. The radio didn't work and John was so Disoriented and Deaf he couldn't tell if that Firefight was still going on. his Eyesight Fades back to Black and Feels tired.<br/><br/>John woke up again on the ground near the Helicopter and this time Stood up on his legs. John did not hear any gun fire and the Husks and Destroyed vehicles could be seen from between the Cracks of the Buildings still there. his G-36 was still around his neck,"
17271,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974,2014-12-25T22:18:00,Nuxipal,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">MASS EFFECT FACTIONS</span></span><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://cdn2.gamefront.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/mass-effect-3-reapers.jpg""/></blockquote></div><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Welcome to the IC of the Mass Effect: Factions Redux. We are pleased to welcome you into our story. It is full of maniacal scientists, bloodthirsty warlords, and the beacons of civilization that bring hope to the galaxy. But mostly the first two. Now lean forward and squint as you read the epic thriller that is, MASS EFFECT: FACTIONS <span style=""font-style: italic"">Redux</span>.<br/><br/>Rule 1: Go to the OOC<br/>Rule 2: Read the Rules of the OOC as they pertain to the IC<br/>Rule 3: Confused, so am I. <br/><br/><br/>Now get to it! You all have a limited time to build up for.. well something. No one knows what ICly just yet, but Shepard will know.. if Cerberus succeeds in building him/her again. We never decided on that did we... If she (I always preferred Femshep) does show back up, she will fall under OP control to prevent Cerberus from using her to change galactic politics etc etc... BEGIN!</blockquote>"
17272,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974,2014-12-26T00:36:00,Kinistian,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Apex Industries||Zirnitra||External Facilities</span></span></div><br/><br/>Rocky Clinton sat slumped in his black curved chair in a other wise cream colored room with the exception of a few black colored furniture and metallic devices,a young Asari secretary sitting at her desk not to far away. He had his chair facing away from the door so he cold look out the wall of glass that was behind him witch unveiled the icy desert of Zirnitra. Mr.Clinton held a cigar to his mouth in witch he took greedy gulps of smoke and air. He let his arm slowly lay on the arm of the chair before puffing out small white smokey rings from his mouth before coughing.<br/><br/>The CEO then turned his chair back towards his desk as his data pad dinged with reports from the survey teams from underground mining operations. ""It seems this ice sickle still has much to offer""he commented as he swiped though the charts.""Feila,how's the factory report""he asked his Asari Sec while his eyes stayed glued to the pad.<br/><br/>""Excellent Mr.Clinton! The raw materials from the mines seem to be quite rich for our machines to mold.""she said with a casual but friendly tone to her boss.<br/><br/>""I see....well Feila I need you to send some messages to the committee and that will be all for today""Mr.Clinton stated as swiped at the data-pad again.<br/><br/>""Yes Sir.""she said and began to send the messages as instructed.<br/><br/>Now with the days events coming yet to another close on this barren waste land. Rocky used his omi-tool to close the blast shields to cover the windows. He then turned on a hologram tv witch projected on the newly created wall.""Time to see what's happening in the<span style=""font-style: italic"">glorious</span>world of politics""he said and began streaming the news networks.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">1 Urban Area<br/>1 Frigate</div></div></div>"
17273,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974,2014-12-26T06:50:00,Ralnis,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""> Following Dead Signals <br/>Capek,<br/>House Fennec Capital</span><br/><br/>The desert of Capek was as barren as it always was and the underground was just as busy the markets and stalls from free planets and criminals of the Terminus that have been selling their wares in varying prices but everything was the same when it came to what House Fennec had always been for the past two years. It has been quite a rising for the House and the Denfather has been at his wit's end at times but he knew that dealing with both sides of the law has giving him the workings that allowed him to work the market planetary and allowed him to get the money he needs to make his fleet and army. While small and insignificant it still has it's uses and one of them was something that the Denfather needed to have.<br/><br/>Giovanni had got on his messenger to his two specialists to only hear noises that he knows all to well and he said through their own messenger,"" I hope I am not interrupting to much Mr. and Mr. Pilas but once you are done with your romance then can you please meet men in the lounge room of the Lofty Munity. Thank you"" Though he had heard some grunting, they knew that they had a paycheck and are willing to do what they need for House Fennec, besides they are the special forces of the House so they have some importance to do so.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Lofty Munity,<br/>House Fennec Destroyer,<br/>Lounge Room</span><br/><br/>The<a class=""postlink"" href=""http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-5lk1281Xr2Y/TnpDgnKGn4I/AAAAAAAAABQ/hRe_9WQ5luU/s1600/interior1_1.jpg"" rel=""nofollow"">Lounge Room</a>was part of the main conference area that was part of every House naval craft. It was true that they try to get comfortable affordability so they could at least have the workings of their ships interior. The Destroyer was able to hold a crew of 50 and was full of defenses like shielding and a point-defense system for against fighters, interceptors, and bombers. It was comfortable and affordable for their faction's size. Giovanni sat in the head seat was waiting with his cold, white, milky eyes that came with his blindness but his wetware was something that could allow him to see with some assistance. In front of him sat two men, one was more machine than Human but would not be called a cyborg. He had some of his body renewed by cybernetics, even his eyes were enhanced by wetware. He carried a heavy pistol and also a medieval longsword that it's blade were had teeth and were able to vibrate in a frequency that could withstand a monocoluar blade. It was something that Augustine Pilas actually wanted to have for he was going to claim a medieval title like Inquisitor or at least old fashion, then a blade of a similar fashion can be forged and he always loved to learn about swords and old fashion things of history.<br/><br/>The other that sat on the opposite direction and on the left side of the main seat was a man who seemed to be less wetware and more human, it seemed to have more scars of many things like plasma burns, closed bullet holes, and even bite and slash marks around his neck. He had known more about the workings of electronics and have also known about Biotics a great deal. Jazek Smitherson( or just Smith) Pilas was the husband of Augustine and known as the best sniper and headhunter of the House's special forces when it comes to killing Biotic Cultists that seem to be to dangerous to be kept alive though most of the time he has to play assassin where their is internal unrest is going on. Like a coup or something similar.<br/><br/>They had been together for two years and they both don't really show it in public or even let anyone know outside of their leader Giovanni. He didn't mind either for he has better things to do than to try and separate them. Besides, the things that they do to keep Uzbek in power he could care less truly but he had to get down to business and why he called him in the first place.<br/><br/>He started by clearing his throat as he was drinking some coffee and spoke,"" Mr. and Mr. Pilas, thank you for coming and you are probably wandering what I called you for even though you were doing what couples were doing, once again my apologies. Even still, I have a question for the both of you. Do you know how me and the other founding members of House Fennec found the H-K facility?"" Augustine answered that since he was in the House longer then Jazek and spoke,"" you guys got lucky basically when you were down on your chips and almost your lives to some pirate gang."" Giovanni nodded,"" yes, that is the basic story, but how we got our weaponry and armor was that it was similar to the Alliance and even some N7 training we were able to salvage, but among the most important things were able to find was a trading and shipping manifest from our headquarters to a place in the Eagle Nebula to where the last freighter of note, the MSV Corsica, was last spotted. Now, it has been sometime since I or any of House Fennec's forces have been into the Traverse but I am curious and I want to get out of the damn desert of Capek, why I brought you two because I wish to have some back up for when I am going to see to this personally for it involves what the House had done prior to it's completion and most of it's founding members will be coming aboard very soon and I will also debrief them on the mission. I just hope that it is worth it since the information is nearly two years old.""<br/><br/>With the debriefing said and done, he greeted all of the original crew of the Fox Roamers and had told them that it was time to start chasing dead signals of the original manifests that came from the MSV Corsica and see what they could find. It was strange since it has been two years since they took upon themselves as a salvaging job to finish what they had started when they found the House's headquarters but they aimed to finish it swiftly so they can get back to Capek and the House. They were ready to go for their four-day trip and started to make their way to the Mass Relay in their system and they had started their FTL jump to the Eagle Nebula."
17274,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974,2014-12-26T13:20:00,Seno Zhou Varada,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-size: 130%; line-height: 116%;"">Sigurd's Cradle, Mil System, Chalkhos, administrative district</span></span></span><br/><br/>On Chalkhos in the morning you won't hear any birds, just the sound of the air conditioner keeping you cool in this hot hellhole. Garden world was said on the recruitment displays on Omega and various other Terminus markets, but Chalkhis wasn't that hospitable. The heat could kill and the humidity could rust a Geth to death but it was profitable... perhaps. You would need to work to live here or the debt might enslave you. Or the druvs being produced. All were sold on Omega, of course with body guards. T'loak allowed it with some off the top but it was profitable. However Vean never thought this enough and production kept, whether military or infrastructure.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">140 credits<br/><br/>2 destroyers -30 credits 3 months<br/>assault landers - 3 credits 1 month<br/>infantry division -10 credits 4 months<br/>armored division -20 credits 3 months<br/>sapper detachment -7 credits 3 months<br/><br/>Major industrial complex -40 credits<br/>Industrial complex -15 credits<br/>fuel depot -15 credits<br/><br/>0 credits left</div></div></div>"
17275,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974,2014-12-26T13:54:00,Liecthenbourg,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #400040"">The Geth Consensus</span></span></span><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://fc06.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2011/230/1/1/geth_space_symbol_by_engorn-d46z6pc.png""/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">We Are Legion</span></span></div><br/><br/><hr/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #400040"">Rannoch, Tikkun System, Perseus Veil</span></span></div><br/><br/>Tikkun shone brightly in the sky of Rannoch, an intense blazing heat that would have caused many organics to dive into the ocean for a nice refreshing dip or to return to their homes in need of shade, liquid beverages and lotion to protect their skin from the sun. These were some of the faults of organics, their susceptible damage to the elements that forged the world around them. Unit-031 raised his farming equipment high into the air before striking it down onto the patch of soil that once was farmland. Around him many of his Geth brethren tilled the soil. Others, off in the distance, in the cities of splendour where activity was once a buzz, swept the streets and repaired damaged structures and maintained all they could possibly maintain. As they had been doing for the better part of 300 Years. Since that time the Geth had managed to reclaim many of what-had-once been Quarian Worlds and returned them to their rightful position as ""hospitable"" planets. Facilities had been constructed one them, but none really came to par with what was the Industrial Hub of Rannoch.<br/><br/>Within Rannoch's Historical Capital, many Geth had been given a most... unusual task. Prior to the Mass Exodus following the Morning War, the Geth had unintentionally destroyed vast Archives of Quarian History - mainly used for Ancestral Worship. Deep within the Old Parliament building, an ominous blue light emitted from one of the lower rooms, lighting the portion of the corridor the light touched through open doors.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""We can't hurt them!""</span>stated a feminine voice. It was followed by a loud whack and then a thump as an unconscious body hit the floor.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Let that be an example to the rest of you!""</span>responded a heavily accented male voice, the sound of electricity followed next as more voices were heard in the background. After a few minutes, the same male voice broke the silence again.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""These <span style=""font-weight: bold"">Apologists</span> have been dealt with. Proceed with phase two, deactivation.""</span><br/><br/>The same blue light shone brightly against a Geth Unit, its ""eye"" twisting and turning as it focused and took in information from the records it was watching. It had seen so many of these and with each one more information was added to the old Archives. Before long it had finished this projection as well, proceeding to replace it with another.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""I will not... let you take... him. He cares for me more than most of my family does.""</span>An elderly male voice spoke from the projection.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""They have no gender, sir.""</span>several authoritative voices responded.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""And you have no hearts or moralities. They are defenc-""</span>the elderly fellow was cut off, the sound of batons impacting against bones taking his place. However, that too was replaced by the sound of gunfire.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Aggression against Creator Gerrha detected.""</span><br/><br/>The rest of the projection ended abruptly and the Geth Unit proceeded to carry out his duty, his never changing lack of emotions seemingly ignoring the events that had just occurred ""in front"" of him.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Spending""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Starting Balance: 380 + 5 left over.<br/><br/>10 (2 per Planet) Major Mining Complexes - Rannoch, Haestrom, Kaddi, Adas, Uriyah(300 Credits)<br/>5 (1 per Planet) Fuel Depots - Haestrom, Ket'osh, Kaddi, Adas, Uriyah (75 Credits)<br/><br/>Balance: 55 Credits.</div></div></div>"
17276,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974,2014-12-26T15:30:00,The Orson Empire,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Citadel, Serpent Nebula</span></span></div><br/><br/>Aboard the Citadel, Turian Councilor Sparatus was in his office in the Turian Embassy in the Presidium, talking with Primarch Fedorian, who was on Palaven. Sparatus had recently heard of Fedorian's plan to begin building up the Turian Military far above its present strength, which he was skeptical of. Sitting at his desk and with the door of his office closed and locked, Sparatus was using his omnitool to communicate with Fedorian.<br/><br/>""What exactly is the purpose of this military buildup?"" Sparatus would ask. ""We are already one of the strongest militaries in the galaxies.""<br/><br/>""We are still not strong enough,"" Fedorian replied on the other line. ""Our weakness was revealed when Saren and his Geth cronies attempted to attack the Citadel. We were caught off guard, and I plan on never letting a situation like this happen again.""<br/><br/>""You may have a point there."" Sparatus then got out of his chair and began to pace the floor. ""Hopefully this new Spectre we are recruiting won't go rogue.""<br/><br/>""Indeed. The loss of both Saren and Kryik, that Spectre who was killed on Eden Prime, has been devastating to both our military and our reputation. As for the Geth though.....those damned androids must be stopped once and for all. I'm planning to send the navy into the Terminus Systems and wipe them out.""<br/><br/>Sparatus stopped right in his tracks. ""What?!"" he exclaimed. ""You want to go into the Terminus Systems? You know the Council will never approve of that!""<br/><br/>""As the humans say,.....I don't give a damn what the Council thinks,"" Fedorian stated bluntly. ""It must be done. The Geth are too large of a threat, as witnessed when they attacked the Citadel. But anyway, I cannot talk any longer, as I must oversee the expansion of our armed forces.""<br/><br/>Sparatus then shut off his omnitool and sat back down at his desk. ""What a damn fool....he's going to get us all killed,"" Sparatus would say as he shook his head.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Month 1<br/>Total Credits: 452</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Palaven:</span><br/>1 Spectre [Free Elites Upgrade] [Cost- 10 credits][Buildtime- 3 months left][5 free upgrades- High quality armaments, advanced armor, electronic warfare capabilities, combat biotics, drop troops]<br/>20 Infantry divisions (600,000 soldiers) [Cost-200 credits][Buildtime- 2 months left]<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Aephus:</span><br/>5 mining complexes [Cost-50 credits][15 credits/month]<br/>2 major mining complexes [Cost-60 credits][20 credits/month]<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Digeris:</span><br/>2 fuel depots [cost-30 credits][10 credits/month]<br/>3 industrial complexes [cost-45 credits][15 credits/month]<br/>1 shipyard [cost-50 credits][15 credits/month]<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Total credits spent:</span> 445<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Total credits leftover:</span> 7<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Credits garnered/month:</span> 525</blockquote>"
17277,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974,2014-12-26T19:07:00,Ralnis,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Following Dead Signals,<br/>Jarrahe Station,<br/>Strabo System, Eagle Nebula</span><br/><br/>It was a four day jump to get there since they had to cross a long distance in the Relay Network from the Titan Nebula to the where the shipment of infected mechs came from the MSV Corsica and probably they can find the ship because they doubt it would be still around after having what the former H-K facility had when the House took it. Giovanni was sitting in the Lounge Room with his financial advisors to see how they can distribute the money for their faction and to grow Capek.<br/><br/>""So, your advising that we should start making raiding parties and even start dipping into the slave trade in order to start expanding the coffers?"" Giovanni said as he was questioning the reason of turning his corvettes into a raiding fleet so he can conduct piracy in order to start their expansion in the general black market and power in the Terminus.<br/><br/>"" Well Mr.Uzbek , enacting piracy could be profitable and can start flexing are might so we can start making more of an influx of resources that we need, such as element zero, to our holds.Besides, most of the captains of the corvettes are former pirates with formal training so they should be better then not."" Giovanni was going to speak against it but the Custodian VI had came on the intercom system and announced that they were near the source of the signal and the coordinates with a unsure tone as the pilot wanted the Denfather to see it.<br/><br/>He gave a sigh and said,"" I will allow the piracy and we will talk about the slavery later for now I have to get back at my adventure. Also about the economy, just distribute it to mostly infrastructure while I am away, we need it for the navy next month."" With that he starts to walk and see the cockpit and saw what he couldn't believe. It was a space station that the pilot said that they didn't have any info on it and it was made out of the old Salarain exploration maps but even they did not know where this was. Giovanni had saw that the manifest had the station called Jarrahe Station.<br/><br/>Then he said,"" this here is a black-ops, maybe even a secret research station that may have the infected VI that was there in the headquarters that have before we had taken it over. If that is the case, we may can take it over as well and if we can then we can use the tech inside their to work for them."" The Denfather went with a strike team of his old buddies and his two specialists as they docked with the station but the VI locked it behind them with one of the members of the strike team saying"" yep, just like old times"" implying that this actually happened when they stumbled upon the current House headquarters and one said,"" yeah, but last had pirates, this time we have just dead bodies.""<br/><br/>They had started to make their way around and saw nothing but blood-stained walls and things that had showed the letters and comm network that had showed it belongs to N7 and it seemed that they were doing research on armor and some looked like direct-energy weapons. Among the things that mostly had to fight was the VI itself. With the specialists and training of the Denfather's old buddies, they were able to destroy the infected mechs but they did not truly want to destroy the VI as it was trying to box them in one room or another till they finally made it to the VI core.<br/><br/>Now this where Giovanni came in. He was the one that made the Custodian VI that runs the headquarters after merging the old one and the one of the ship while they had to rebuild the headquarters. They wanted to do the same thing as they wanted to exploit the cripple VI and take over the station. It was something that they had to first disable the VI by hacking into it and they had made a copy of the Custodian VI that they used for the facility but updated it for the use of this station. While the procedure was very difficult and took hours to do so, they have made it happen and have finally been able to silence the signal. With that they had came back and drank to their new research station but Giovanni was thinking on the new ideas that would come to their House but he was thinking on using the station as the new headquarters for him. When they had come to talk to him he said,"" I don't how we can keep it for long without the Alliance knowing but if we do keep it for all about a few seconds then it maybe a great place to call a secondary base if things in the Terminus don't go so good. Especially when it is a research station with what seems to be other weapons and armor for the Alliance military.""<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">91 income<br/>+ 1 Major Industrial Complex in Capek<br/>+ 1 Mining Complex<br/>+1 Major Mining Complex<br/>+1 Mining Complex<br/>122 income now</div></div></div>"
17278,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974,2014-12-27T12:27:00,The corporate states of Astavar,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">War council - Tuchanka</span></span><br/><br/>Urdnot Wreav smashed his hand into the table ""I WILL NOT BE A CAPTIVE ON MY OWN HOMEWORLD ANY LONGER! You Urdnot korx will go to the council and will make this extortion end or I'll blow up those wretched spacestations in orbits myself""<br/>Korx was an older Krogan, he looked up and said ""yes Wreav I will go but I make no promises if they can't see reason I fear what we must do""<br/>""Urdnot Wreav don't worry old friend I have plans if that were to happen""<br/>Urdnot Korx boarded a Turian shuttle heading for the citadel. Korx used the Communications terminal send a message to the Turian Ambassador in the Citadel.<br/><br/>Back at the war council Wreav turned to Urdnot Kosh who had the Responsibility of managing the Industry and materials on Tuchanka. Kosh I want you to institute the Tuchanaka Restoration project I want Old factories rebuilt I want old mines reopened I want a new and Restored Tuchanka. tosh I want you to send messages all over the galaxy calling all Krogans home. Tell them that divided the krogan race will disappear into oblivion but united we can make a new golden age for every Krogan.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">To: Turian Ambassador<br/>From: Urdnot Korx</span><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>Greetings I am the New Krogan Diplomat to the Citadel I request an audience Face to Face once I reach the citadel we have much to discuss </div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">To: Asari Ambassador<br/>From: Urdnot Korx</span><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>Greetings I am the New Krogan Diplomat to the Citadel I request an audience Face to Face once I reach the citadel we have much to discuss</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Tuchanka:</span><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">+5 mining complexes 50credits<br/>+1 Major industrial complex 40 credits<br/>+3 Industrial Complex 45<br/>+1 Planetary Fuel Depot<br/>more details in Archive</div></div></div>"
17279,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974,2014-12-27T23:51:00,Illan,"<span style=""font-style: italic""><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">The Migrant Fleet</span><br/>Current Location: The Phoenix Massing</div><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://img4.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20091129045921/masseffect/images/6/68/Migrant_Fleet_Tali_Trailer.png""/></div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/><hr/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">----Admiralty Board Meeting, aboard Liveship Kerrun----</span></span><br/><br/>""We come to this predicament again, Admirals."" The voice of a rather feminine and accented Quarian rang out with an inflection rolling off of her last word. These words were owned by Shala'Raan, Admiral of the Patrol Fleet of this not so humble Flotilla that Quarians resided on. The other Admirals followed behind her into this oval room, with a few crates around the sides of it, accompanied by lovely draperies from wall to wall to ceiling of beautiful Khelish design. Such a state reflected not just the room, not just the ship Kerrun, but the whole Flotilla; cramped with what was needed, but still beautiful in many right. The Quarians retained their culture, and many Quarian women and men still created this beautiful weaves as their ancestors had from the finest alien materials, or silk, velvet, cloth. It did not matter in material; it was only the heart and soul of it that did.<br/><br/>""You mean <span style=""font-style: italic"">predicaments</span>, Raan."" Admiral Zav'Lorin chimed in, sitting down at a long table that was the centerpiece of the so-called council room of his ship. <br/><br/>""Spare us your speech about the Flotilla's many problems, Zav. We've all heard it before."" Admiral Daro'Xen feigned a sigh with exasperation. She sat at the silvery table in the rather cramped room as well, with the other three Admirals who were not already seated.<br/><br/>""I only say it so much because it remains true, Xen. The Flotilla has done nothing for ages except float about and glean the galaxy's fuel and resources. I <span style=""font-style: italic"">would</span> stop saying the same things over and over, if we did something about our problems!"" Lorin said with irritation, shooting an invisible glare at Xen. She really could be too high and mighty for her own good at times; but she was an Admiral. And a good one at that; Special Projects is more effective than ever, to be honest. But it only does things on the inside of itself; it needs to branch out, use its pent up resources for something bigger.<br/><br/>""I agree with Lorin."" The calm, reserved, and tactful Admiral Val'Rias said, captain of the war dreadnought Venerim and Admiral of the Heavy Fleet. Despite being much more than familiar with military life and affairs, he was an incredibly diplomatic individual. ""When I look back on the Flotilla in the past several years; all I see is focusing on self survival and nothing beyond that. We need to become involved in the galaxy once more; we were once proud and elegant. I....We should want to return to that status."" Rias stated with a tone of emotion, yet he seemed calm when he said it. A bit of speech technique he....perfected over the years. <br/><br/>""Forming not just alliances, but friendships with some of the others in the galaxy is a good starting point for this."" Lorin stated, with Rias, Raan, and Rael'Zorah nodding with agreement. Xen still seemed to still exhibit a troubled vibe with this, however. It just seemed she was....uneasy, maybe. <br/><br/>""I suggest the Turians, perhaps? They are militant, they can protect us, if nothing else."" Raan said, before Rias interrupted. <br/><br/>""No no, <span style=""font-style: italic"">too</span> militant. We do not need a grand amount of protection now; the Marines are strong and our warships are numerous. They could be good allies, yes, but we do not need them patrolling the Flotilla's every move."" The Heavy Fleet Admiral stated, still keeping his fingers folded over one another as he looked to Lorin at his right.<br/><br/>""The Rachni, perhaps?"" Admiral Raan stated with slight reservations; the insect-like creatures were a tad bit....unpredictable, but as of late, they had shown peace. And they were very similar to the Quarians indeed; scorned by other and left to their fates. It was possible, yes, but it would need more investigating.<br/><br/>""Perhaps indeed, but we would need more data before we can commit to them."" Admiral Zorah stated. The proposition was unique, but it would definitely need more development.<br/><br/>""What about slightly lesser factions? Merchant networks, independent governments, <span style=""font-style: italic"">pirates</span> even?"" Admiral Zorah stated, before being promptly cut off by Rias.<br/><br/>""Pirates? What....kind of pirates, exactly?"" Val said, a bit of unlike-his-usual-self concern in his voice. The statement definitely stuck a personal chord with him, one he had thought of for a while.<br/><br/>""Well.....what kind do you think, Val?"" Zorah responded, a bit of an odd and questioning tone in his voice. <br/><br/>""Never....never mind, Rael. Apologies."" Admiral Rias replied, shaking his head and clearing his mind back up slightly. It was a personal....thought for him. One a bit uncomfortable for him to think about in particular.<br/><br/>Disregarding that, Admiral Lorin suggested another proposal. <br/><br/>""What about the Geth?""</span>"
17280,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974,2014-12-28T01:43:00,Chrysaor,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">The Elcor Courts - Dekunna/Silean Nebula</span></span></div><br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">----The Elders Assembly, at the Summer Capital's Courthouse----</span></span><br/><br/>Afternoon at Dekuuna’s Summer Capital was warm and pleasant. And though sparsely furnished relying mostly on a minimalist charm, the same could be said about the Courthouse. This grand white building sat on a hilltop overlooking the Summer Capital and it was here that great decisions were made throughout Elcor history. Soft light filtered down through its great glass dome, past small groups of tourists ascending the observer ramp, right into the Hall of Assembly. Inside the hall the atmosphere was tense as another historic decision was being made. To the human tourists, the crowd seemed deathly quiet. And yet the unspoken cacophony from the attendees could almost deafen any Elcor. All the seats were filled by the most important elders on Dekuuna. They had been conferring for nearly 3 Galactic Standard months now, debating the events at the Citadel. At the lectern, a short, hunched figure in simple black and grey robes was trying to read a speech from his omnitool. Elder Makani, High Elder of the Elcor Courts and soon to be Dekuuna’s most powerful man, was making every effort to revert attention back to him.<br/><br/>""Brothers and sisters"" he tried again ""this is exactly what I am afraid of. For months now we sat here at the Assembly, debating and arguing over ourselves while the rest of the Galaxy moves onward.""<br/><br/>""Cease this foolishness at once Makani."" a voice from the middle rows cut him off ""You would turn our back to our culture, our history and our very nature in fear of something that might as well not exist?""<br/><br/>That was Elder Palyno, the High Elder observed, he was a noted conservative even by Elcor standards. He was the exact opposite of Makani, who was a devoted reformer even before being elected High Elder. Makani made neither sound nor movement but the slight curve around his nose projected his exasperation to the rest of the Courts.<br/><br/>“You cannot pretend what transpired at the Citadel did not change all of us Palyno. Our people can longer afford to remain stagnant.” Makani abandoned all subtlety and exhumed an intense aura that signifies his anger. ""If another disaster strikes, it will be the Elcor people that suffers the consequences of inaction.""<br/><br/>Palyno opened his mouth when instantly, another elder spoke up ""Makani is right. I lost many friends that day and I'm sure many in this room could say the same. We have exhausted metaphors and abstracts in the last few months, I will now let their bodies speak for themselves.""<br/><br/>""Then withdraw from Council Space altogether? We are self-sufficient so departing from the Galatic scene will hardly hurt us"" Palyno argued ""We could returns to our old ways.""<br/><br/>Makani closed his eyes and sighed. The many years he spent as ambassador on the Citadel had made him used to the alien values and lifestyles. He was glad to return to Dekuuna but at the same time the Elcor natural leaning towards skepticism and backpedaling was tiring. It was the humans that saved everyone on the Citadel. Elcors had mocked them because that species their complete opposite. The humans lived fast and valued action. It was their brashness that saved the Council when even Asari could not. The High Elder would learn from them, to move the Elcor forward.<br/><br/>""Our colonies would disagree with you Palyno. Furthermore, do you really think the threat would ignore us if we all cowered on Dekuuna?"" Makani questioned ""I would rather we be ready when it happened. The Elcor people would face our enemy and decide our own fate. And now it is late, our vote must happen now.""<br/><br/>Their attention now back at him, The High Elder began his speech:<br/><br/>“Elders of Dekuuna, on this day we mark a transition. For generations, the Elcor have lived a deliberate and conservative life unique to our society and our nature while The Courts of Elder have stood as guides, leading our people with the ages-old wisdom. Yet in light of recent events, it must have occurs to you all that our old ways is insufficient for life in this world of turmoil.<br/><br/>The Elcor has become unchanging in a changing world. The same careful deliberation that should have made us vigilant, made us stagnant. The same peaceful independence that should have protected us isolated us. The old ways that made us who we are in times past, have now made us both unprepared to face disasters ourselves and unable to rely on others for help. By bringing the Elcor society under the leadership of one individual, you have ensured a future without the bureaucracy that has plagued us so. Under my command, Elcor values will not be protected through inaction but closely safeguarded strong allies and a stronger military.<br/><br/>This change will not be an easy task. It will challenge everything that we are and everything that we have done but it is a test. Only by doing this can we emerge better and stronger than we were. Only by doing this can we secure a safe galaxy for future generations. I have faith in you and in our people to do what is right. Under my leadership we will prevail!”<br/><br/>""All in favor of High Elder Makani please says aye” the house speaker announced.<br/><br/>The Assembly exploded in an audible approval that even the humans could not help but hear."
17281,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974,2014-12-28T13:53:00,The Orson Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>The corporate states of Astavar <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324974&amp;p=22930789#p22930789"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">War council - Tuchanka</span></span><br/><br/>Urdnot Wreav smashed his hand into the table ""I WILL NOT BE A CAPTIVE ON MY OWN HOMEWORLD ANY LONGER! You Urdnot korx will go to the council and will make this extortion end or I'll blow up those wretched spacestations in orbits myself""<br/>Korx was an older Krogan, he looked up and said ""yes Wreav I will go but I make no promises if they can't see reason I fear what we must do""<br/>""Urdnot Wreav don't worry old friend I have plans if that were to happen""<br/>Urdnot Korx boarded a Turian shuttle heading for the citadel. Korx used the Communications terminal send a message to the Turian Ambassador in the Citadel.<br/><br/>Back at the war council Wreav turned to Urdnot Kosh who had the Responsibility of managing the Industry and materials on Tuchanka. Kosh I want you to institute the Tuchanaka Restoration project I want Old factories rebuilt I want old mines reopened I want a new and Restored Tuchanka. tosh I want you to send messages all over the galaxy calling all Krogans home. Tell them that divided the krogan race will disappear into oblivion but united we can make a new golden age for every Krogan.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">To: Turian Ambassador<br/>From: Urdnot Korx</span><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>Greetings I am the New Krogan Diplomat to the Citadel I request an audience Face to Face once I reach the citadel we have much to discuss </div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">To: Asari Ambassador<br/>From: Urdnot Korx</span><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>Greetings I am the New Krogan Diplomat to the Citadel I request an audience Face to Face once I reach the citadel we have much to discuss</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Tuchanka:</span><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">+5 mining complexes 50credits<br/>+1 Major industrial complex 40 credits<br/>+3 Industrial Complex 45<br/>more details in Archive</div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Citadel, Serpent Nebula</span></span></div><br/><br/>Sparatus received the message from Urdnot Korx, who was apparently the new Krogan diplomat. Sparatus immediately decided to contact Primarch Fedorian on his omni-tool, as he knew the Primarch would want to see this.<br/><br/>""Yes, what is it?"" the Primarch asked as he answered the call.<br/><br/>""I just received a message from the Krogan, and I am sending it too you now,"" Sparatus replied. ""I figured you would want to see this.""<br/><br/>Fedorian then read the message after he received it. ""The Krogan want a meeting with us?""<br/><br/>""Yes. They did not say what the meeting was about, but it is definitely something important.""<br/><br/>The Primarch thought for a minute, and then spoke. ""Once they arrive, call me again so that I can be apart of this meeting. I have an idea...""<br/><br/>""What is this idea?""<br/><br/>""You'll find out. Just make sure to call me.""<br/><br/>""Very well then. I will see you when they get here."" Sparatus then terminated the call."
17282,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974,2014-12-28T17:21:00,The corporate states of Astavar,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Orson Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324974&amp;p=22941288#p22941288"">wrote</a>:</cite>Sparatus received the message from Urdnot Korx, who was apparently the new Krogan diplomat. Sparatus immediately decided to contact Primarch Fedorian on his omni-tool, as he knew the Primarch would want to see this.<br/><br/>""Yes, what is it?"" the Primarch asked as he answered the call.<br/><br/>""I just received a message from the Krogan, and I am sending it too you now,"" Sparatus replied. ""I figured you would want to see this.""<br/><br/>Fedorian then read the message after he received it. ""The Krogan want a meeting with us?""<br/><br/>""Yes. They did not say what the meeting was about, but it is definitely something important.""<br/><br/>The Primarch thought for a minute, and then spoke. ""Once they arrive, call me again so that I can be apart of this meeting. I have an idea...""<br/><br/>""What is this idea?""<br/><br/>""You'll find out. Just make sure to call me.""<br/><br/>""Very well then. I will see you when they get here."" Sparatus then terminated the call.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Urdnot Korx Arrived at the Citadel after some time traveling with a Turian Shuttle. He Forwarded a notice to the Turian Ambassador that he would be setting down in 15 minutes and he would meet him in his office at once for Korx was not a krogan that liked wasting his time. Korx paid his Respect to the Rachni war Krogan Memorial then Promptly made his way to Ambassador Sparatus's office he Knocked twice on the door awaiting a Response."
17283,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974,2014-12-28T17:38:00,The Orson Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>The corporate states of Astavar <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324974&amp;p=22943505#p22943505"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>The Orson Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324974&amp;p=22941288#p22941288"">wrote</a>:</cite>Sparatus received the message from Urdnot Korx, who was apparently the new Krogan diplomat. Sparatus immediately decided to contact Primarch Fedorian on his omni-tool, as he knew the Primarch would want to see this.<br/><br/>""Yes, what is it?"" the Primarch asked as he answered the call.<br/><br/>""I just received a message from the Krogan, and I am sending it too you now,"" Sparatus replied. ""I figured you would want to see this.""<br/><br/>Fedorian then read the message after he received it. ""The Krogan want a meeting with us?""<br/><br/>""Yes. They did not say what the meeting was about, but it is definitely something important.""<br/><br/>The Primarch thought for a minute, and then spoke. ""Once they arrive, call me again so that I can be apart of this meeting. I have an idea...""<br/><br/>""What is this idea?""<br/><br/>""You'll find out. Just make sure to call me.""<br/><br/>""Very well then. I will see you when they get here."" Sparatus then terminated the call.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Urdnot Korx Arrived at the Citadel after some time traveling with a Turian Shuttle. He Forwarded a notice to the Turian Ambassador that he would be setting down in 15 minutes and he would meet him in his office at once for Korx was not a krogan that liked wasting his time. Korx paid his Respect to the Rachni war Krogan Memorial then Promptly made his way to Ambassador Sparatus's office he Knocked twice on the door awaiting a Response.</div></blockquote><br/>As the Turian shuttle touched down in a Turian docking bay, one of its doors would open, allowing Urdnot Korx to step out. A group of Turian soldiers that were aboard the shuttle followed Korx to the Presidium so that he wouldn't be stopped by security personnel. Once on the Presidium, they headed to Sparatus's office.<br/><br/>Sparatus saw them approach, as he was waiting. He opened his office door.<br/><br/>""Come on in,"" Sparatus said to Korx."
17284,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974,2014-12-28T18:04:00,The corporate states of Astavar,"Sparatus saw them approach, as he was waiting. He opened his office door.<br/><br/>""Come on in,"" Sparatus said to Korx.<br/><br/>Korx Nodded and stepped ""Thank you Ambassador we have much to discuss"""
17285,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974,2014-12-28T18:19:00,The Orson Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>The corporate states of Astavar <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324974&amp;p=22943910#p22943910"">wrote</a>:</cite>Sparatus saw them approach, as he was waiting. He opened his office door.<br/><br/>""Come on in,"" Sparatus said to Korx.<br/><br/>Korx Nodded and stepped ""Thank you Ambassador we have much to discuss""</div></blockquote><br/>Sparatus then took a seat at his desk.<br/><br/>""Oh and also, I have contacted Primarch Fedorian, the leader of our nation, with my omni-tool, and he will be participating in this conversation.""<br/><br/>""Greetings,"" Fedorian said as his voice came over the omni-tool. ""What did you want to discuss, ambassador?"""
17286,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974,2014-12-28T20:10:00,Dernland,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Nedius, Freemen Territory</span></div><br/><br/>The crew of the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Marcus Aurelius</span>, a heavy cruiser, was stuck in hell. They was engaged in a duel with a Collector ship. The<span style=""font-style: italic"">Marcus Aurelius</span>had lost her port thruster and her main shields were screwed eight ways to Sunday. Despite this trouble the Captain, Trinity, was steady in face and voice.<br/><br/>""Concentrate fire on the Collector's port engine, there is a shield fluctuation at that location!"" She said, indicating the point on her display. Within seconds of her command a solid slug of metal streaked towards the Collector Ship ahead of them. The slug impacted in a brilliant display of sparks. Trinity cursed when she saw that the shields still held. She watched with tears in her eyes as a beam of golden fire lanced towards her. ""Not again!"" she screamed. The fiery explosion enveloped her and she was left in dark silence.<br/><br/>The simulation ended with thundering applause. Trinity stood from the fetal position that she had adopted. She quickly brushed herself off and saluted to her audience. High Marshall Robert Cauthon addressed her with a beaming smile.<br/><br/>""Trinity, that was the most amazing performance in space combat that I have ever seen."" He said, the excitement and congratulation clear in his voice.<br/><br/>""But sir,"" She replied quizzically, ""I didn't win.""<br/><br/>""You can't win. We designed it to be an unwinnable scenario. It was a recreation of our first contact with the Collectors and you did far better than we did. You noticed things we couldn't have, you made decisions in the blink of an eye."" The High Marshall finished his explanation and turned to the crowd of Marshalls and emphatically pronounced. ""We have our first combat ready Artificial Intelligence!""<br/><br/>Nedius:<br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Small Spaceport - 80</div></div></div>"
17287,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974,2014-12-29T05:08:00,The corporate states of Astavar,"<blockquote class=""uncited""><div>Sparatus then took a seat at his desk.<br/><br/>""Oh and also, I have contacted Primarch Fedorian, the leader of our nation, with my omni-tool, and he will be participating in this conversation.""<br/><br/>""Greetings,"" Fedorian said as his voice came over the omni-tool. ""What did you want to discuss, ambassador?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>As you will probably know the Krogans of Tuchanka have united under the banner of Urdnot Wreav and we are currently in a state of total Rebuilding to get Tuchanka back to pre war Status. Anyways as you will know my people are not allowed to Construct or own any kind of Military spaceships we want that changed, we Also want the Council Demilitarization Enforcement Mission to be Disbanded and the Battlestations over Tuchanka to be handed over to our Forces. this is what we want what do you want in Exchange for supporting our Proposal?"
17288,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974,2014-12-29T06:58:00,Ralnis,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Chasing Dead Signals,<br/>Amun system, Eagle Nebula,<br/>Planet Neith</span><br/><br/>While they had been trying to stay out of sight in the system, they knew that they had to go to the Amun system in order to find the MSV Corsica, retrieve any and all cargo, and to silence the transmission so that can cover any of their tracks, especially since they had decided to take a black-ops station for themselves and try to build their own weaponry and have a secret presence in this part of the galaxy. The Amun system is known for the Anhur Rebellions that took place between the years 2176-2178. A Batarian Consortium was defeated by absolutists and the Eclipse mercenaries that were hired by them and had set up a headquarters in case of business coming there way. However, the system's only major planet is going through a economic recession because the reconstruction costs are to much for one planet to burden itself with. This is seen as a window of opportunity for the House as they can hold the purse strings of the planet and could even hire the Eclipse to look after the planet if they couldn't.<br/><br/>Now the top three largest mercenary outfits had always seen the House on colorful terms but never fully liking them or hating them, which is pretty normal considering that they established themselves in the lawless regions of the galaxy and cannot fully trusting someone or even having high quality weaponry en masse is something that can get in the way of trading markets for both sides, which is also House Fennec's specialty. Also, the Amun system had two planets that were rich in element zero and general metals that allow them to make major credit and a lot of supply for ships and arms to sell and build. The general idea is that the Alliance has most of the Traverse under their thumb so that pirates and the sort cannot generally come in, though they do slip by once and a while. The same can be said about House Fennec for ad they are not wanted criminals to the point of all out march if the get into the Traverse like pirates do. The secrets that they know about the Alliance can make them be targeted by the Alliance like any other pirate gang out there.<br/><br/>While looking for more ways to expand their power was always great and ruthlessly dandy, they wanted to get to planet so they can see what is left of the freighter. The planet Neith was a planet that was filled with a fine line of nitrogen and was a dead world and was similar to Capek in this way but they had much more metals and opportunities to expand a outpost here in the Traverse and intothe Terminus. When it came to getting a boarding party situated, it was the same team but they had to wear everiomentally sealed armor so they can survive the planet's harsh atmosphere, like all modern combat suits.<br/><br/>They had found the crash site and had seen it had been swarmed by infected LOKI mechs a d a YEMR, which that made things both difficult and interesting to the party,though everyone was thinking different thoughts on their own while they were trying to get behind cover. In the midst of the action, Giovanni's cybernetic armor got ripped apart form the fire power of the YMER and his team had to come to the rescue and put it down with a barrage of firepower. This made the other mechs easy pickings for the team and had finally got to the freighter. Unfortunately the mechs were the merchandise that they could've grabbed it but no matter. They found out datatpads with missing pieces of information that they now connected a timeline for how this whole thing happened and deactivated the beacon and silence the transmission for good, but for added measure they bombed the era and made sure no one can find the place.<br/><br/>This finally put an end to the Dead Signals and had put some valuable information about the House and it sets off home so they can tend to their affairs and get a new arm for the Denfather so they can come back to the system and start their expansion and be able to consolidate power from both regions of space."
17289,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974,2014-12-29T11:11:00,The Orson Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>The corporate states of Astavar <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324974&amp;p=22948421#p22948421"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>Sparatus then took a seat at his desk.<br/><br/>""Oh and also, I have contacted Primarch Fedorian, the leader of our nation, with my omni-tool, and he will be participating in this conversation.""<br/><br/>""Greetings,"" Fedorian said as his voice came over the omni-tool. ""What did you want to discuss, ambassador?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>As you will probably know the Krogans of Tuchanka have united under the banner of Urdnot Wreav and we are currently in a state of total Rebuilding to get Tuchanka back to pre war Status. Anyways as you will know my people are not allowed to Construct or own any kind of Military spaceships we want that changed, we Also want the Council Demilitarization Enforcement Mission to be Disbanded and the Battlestations over Tuchanka to be handed over to our Forces. this is what we want what do you want in Exchange for supporting our Proposal?</div></blockquote><br/>Sparatus frowned. The proposal the Krogan had made was.....unreasonable.<br/><br/>""Even if we were to agree to your proposal, I highly doubt the other Council members would support dissolving the Krogan DMZ,"" Sparatus replied. ""If you want full support, then you are going to have to convince the Asari, Salarians, and the Humans to agree."" Sparatus then remembered that Fedorian said he had an ""idea"", and thus was now hoping that he would speak up.<br/><br/>Fedorian did indeed speak. ""I have an idea,"" Fedorian said to the Krogan. ""The Turians could provide you with weapons and decrease our presence in the Krogan DMZ, but only on one condition- after the Turian military buildup is complete, we have plans to engage the Geth in the Terminus Systems, as they have become a large threat. You must provide us with Krogan infantry that will support our invasion."""
17290,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974,2014-12-29T11:25:00,Nuxipal,"<div align=""center"">Triarch Aleena<br/>Nos Astra, Illium<br/>Tasale System, Crescent Nebula<br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://social.bioware.com/uploads_user/177000/176660/108184.jpg""/></div><br/><br/><br/>Aleena was elected Triarch for one major reason. She was a former Asari Commando and had lead a life of private contracting in the Terminus. She had contacts everywhere from Omega, to the Citadel and even on Thessia. This made her a valuable leader for an economic power on the rise. However, what Illium had for wealth, it lacked in a military. Aleena was there to fix that. With her she brought 2 units of former Asari Commandos to create a new branch of the organization on Illium. Soon, Illium would be known for one thing. Power.<br/><br/>Aleena was going across a few different news articles to catch back up with Citadel space news when she came across a Krogan Bulletin. Reading carefully she cursed. ""DAMN YOU WREX!"" She had known Wrex previously, he wasn't supposed to get himself killed. They were meant to work together one last time before either of them were allowed to go off and get themselves killed. She would find out exactly what happened to him and she would get vengeance.<br/><br/><br/><br/><div align=""center"">Triarch Selas Lismir<br/>Nos Selas, Illium<br/>Tasale System, Crescent Nebula<br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://img1.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20140519174339/masseffect/images/5/55/Kallini_-_Ardat-Yakshi_Monastery.png""/></div><br/><br/><br/>While the other Triarchs are new arrivals to Illiumm, Selas was not. She was one of the first colonists of the planet and named as the founder of the second largest city on Illium, Nos Selas. Renamed in honor of her. She had been a champion of the people of Illium and its corporations since she rose to power initially. To share power was new to her, but she knew how to wield this power, the other two were simply warriors. While warriors were needed, infrastructure would provide Illium with the security it needs in the near future. She quickly spent most of the monthly credits on infrastructure, she noticed she had lost 90 to Shiala, who had ordered a Dreadnought. Smiling she spent the rest on more conservative military units.<br/><br/>She sent messages out to several corporations and minor factions in the Terminus inviting them to Illium to discuss terms of a trade arrangement.<br/><br/><div align=""Center"">Triarch Shiala<br/>Nos Astra, Illium<br/>Tasale system, Crescent Nebula<br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://i236.photobucket.com/albums/ff224/Ebonith/EclipseHQ.jpg""/></div><br/><br/>Shiala had been changed since the encounter with the Thorian. Her beautiful blue skin had been turned green, as if she were one of the Thorian's clones of her. Now, while on a business trip to Illium, she was elected as Triarch of Illium along side another former Asari Commando and a childless Matriarch who seemed utterly devoted to strengthening the Asari people as a whole. While it was a noble cause, Illium was to be their only concern. She saw its weak and pathetic excuse for a military, bolstered only by the one Dreadnought called<span style=""font-style: italic"">Mercy of Illium</span>of Mercy for short. The Very first thing she did in office. Order a second Dreadnought.<br/><br/>She had heard of the loss of Shepard and grieved. She was alive only because of the actions of Shepard on Feros. Now she had to find out what happened to the Normandy and its crew. She started searching for answers and allies in this endeavor.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Month 1 Expenditure""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Illium: Major Mining Complex -30<br/>Tarith: 2 Urban Centers -200<br/>1 Fuel Depot -15<br/>1 Shipyard -50<br/>2 Industrial Complexes -30<br/>1 Major Industrial Complex -40<br/>5 Mining Complexes -50<br/>2 Major Mining Complexes -60<br/>Helyme: 1 Urban Area -100<br/>5 Mining Complexes -5<br/>2 Industrial Complexes 30<br/>1 Major Industrial Complex -40<br/>1 Shipyard -50<br/>Military:<br/>On Illium:<br/>5 Light cruisers -125 3 Months<br/>1 Dreadnought -90 9 Months<br/>1 Armored Division -20 1.8 Months<br/>2 Spec Ops (Asari Commando) (Combat Biotics, Elites, Heavy Weapons, Advanced Armor) -16.8 2.4 Months<br/>5 Militia (Combat Biotics) -30 1.2 Months<br/>Projected Month 2 Income: 723(Illium) + 491(Tarith) + 339(Helyme) + 10 (Omega Major Spaceport connection) + 30 Base = 1593 Credits</div></div></div>"
17291,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974,2014-12-29T12:39:00,Ralnis,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Capek, Haskins System</span><br/><br/>The place was getting larger and they had felt its touch within the underground metallic halls of the trade center. House Fennec is known around the Terminus as one of the largest arms dealers and manufacturers. Many from all over come to sample their wares or get swindled by makeshift or counterfeit weapons that came from other parts of the Terminus and those that do sale them usually get dealt with by execution or by being exiled to never come back, but the latter is more effective because they have to deal with people trying to sneak back in their space so they just got tired with it and decided to just killed them off. However, they are more than just arms dealers and people know it for they try to balance the workings of profit and military. This does comes with its own set of problems that makes them seek out potential friends to trade with or time find windows of opportunity to try and expand their reach throughout the galaxy, or at least the Terminus.<br/><br/>Not many options were available for them to choose from, Illium was always a good choice to expand business there but they seem kind of skeptical about them being able to do much then just sale their wares and there was also the Blue Suns that like to make their regional headquarters there and the House was on colorful terms with them after a fiasco with Augustine killing one of their commanders because of a bar fight, but they do come for the House's own weaponry and that the digital clinging of credits usually eases tensions between two parties. However, while money was that big of an issue, the seeking for expansion was since they had found a way of taking over a generally untapped system by taking hold of its purse strings and buying out the Eclipse mercenaries that set up shop in the system. They needed and ally in the area who could help them when it comes to the Traverse and only one name came up, Apex.<br/><br/>The House had heard of Apex Industries and how they like both weapons and mining. Which seemed that was the case because they produce more weapons than the House does but not of higher quality. However, their main game was in the mining industry and to which they claimed that they are the head of the line when it comes to extraction and purification of the resources. This had gotten the Denfather with the idea of go expand in the Traverse for more of a conquest while to seek out Illium for some way of getting into the arms market and black market so they can get in more money with ease as they do other things like send out their corvettes as pirate fleets for extra side profits.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To:Illium Trade Council<br/> From:House Fennec <br/><br/> Hello, I am Mr. Leonard and I represent House Fennec and the commerce department that handles the day-to-day operations in and out of our claimed space. We have reason to believe that you were sending messages to the minor factions and corporations and we will like to look into buying some space and licenses to conduct trade within your borders. If there is anyway that I can come and schedule an appointment for me then that will be appreciated.<br/><br/> House treasury and commerce department,<br/>Daniel Leonard</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To:Apex Industries<br/>From:House Fennec<br/><br/>Hello Apex Industries. I am sure you heard of us but if not then we are House Fennec and we have a deal for you. See, we have been looking outward of our current position and have sought that the Traverse is by far and large a good place to expand into and had become a growing interest for us in the growing wake of our system can not hold the flow of income and among other things that make us try to search for relations with powers that are inside the region and have come to you asking in a alliance of some sort for the sake of having a friend when bad things happen.</blockquote>"
17292,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974,2014-12-29T12:45:00,Nuxipal,"<div align=""center"">Triarch Selas Lismir<br/>Nos Selas, Illium<br/>Tasale System, Crescent Nebula<br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://img1.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20140519174339/masseffect/images/5/55/Kallini_-_Ardat-Yakshi_Monastery.png""/></div><br/><br/>A message from the organization known as House Fennec arrived and Selas was very happy. She drafted a reply immediately and scheduled their meeting. She knew that this would provide her with additional prestige ahead of the other two Triarchs.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: House Fennec<br/>From: Triarch Selas Lismir<br/><br/>I thank you for your interest in trade on Illium. We will of course be welcome to host you to discuss terms for you setting up on Illium. There are terms and conditions however. Should these terms be met, I can assure you, that your commerce department will need to double in size simply to handle the demands the Illium Market places on its suppliers. Please make your way to the city of Nos Selas to discuss terms of the contract with myself. I will be able to approve the measures faster than either of the other two Triarchs.<br/><br/>Triarch of Illium,<br/>Selas Lismir</blockquote>"
17293,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974,2014-12-29T12:49:00,Marzarbul,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""https://40.media.tumblr.com/44ac7b52dbb95a2bc4a269c942875b0d/tumblr_moja91SZ1p1qftanso1_500.jpg""/></div><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Sur'Kesh</span></div></span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Talat, Jaṅgalat Mahalakesh (Jungle Castle)</span></div></span><br/><br/>The Citadel had been saved. The Council had been rescued. A calamity of enormous proportions had been averted and Dalatrass Linron was none too pleased. As she adjusted her crimson silk seat cushion she once again played out the information over the past few weeks and compared it with the new reports coming in. With the Citadel secured and Councilor Valern back in his usual role as the representative of the Salarian Union the Dalatress could not help but groan in exasperation at what the data was concluding. ""Turians mobilizing, Krogans uniting, and the damn Geth are still a variable that we cannot assess. The Quarians unleashed the Geth so many years ago and we are still paying for their sins."" Setting down the data pad in front of her she leaned slowly back into her chair letting out another sigh as she awaited the arrival of General Izomi of the Special Tasks Group or STG. Collecting her thoughts she glanced outside the huge bay windows of her office at her personal landing pad and watched as the General and his staff exited their landing craft. The General was as ever early to their meeting and as she leaned forward slightly she could make out a new member of the General's aide-de-camps. A certain STG Operative by the name of Kirrahe who had apparently been the commanding officer at the Krogan Cloning Center incident and had been awarded the rank of major in recognition of his heroism in helping to destroy the facility. Grabbing the data pad in front of her she began to rapidly process information about this new development and see perhaps if Major Kirrahe might be a suitable candidate for Operation Varus.<br/><br/>The air kicked up by the ships engines sent great gusts of air making all those present duck as if in the middle of a monsoon wind as they headed towards the office doors of Dalatrass Linron. Both General Izomi and Major Kirrahe were the last two to depart the now airborne craft as the other members of the group entered the building with haste. However, General Izomi stopped just short of the entrance-way and took in the sweeping vista before him. ""Quite a view sir,"" stated Kirrahe as he glanced over the General's shoulders. ""Quite right you are Major. Though I have to say that no matter how many times I look at Sur'Kesh it never remains the same. Always changing and updating with never any signs of complacency. Almost as if the city were an organism evolving and adapting to the changing of the environment."" Deftly moving to the General's side Kirrahe examined the city before him and locked the image into his mind. Taking a few moments to examine the image and compare it with others he had gathered he realized that the General was correct. In fact, he could see that several construction sites were being set up over several sectors that were once overtaken by lush jungle foliage. ""It seems that Sur'Kesh is soon to be home to a few more manufacturing facilities. Most likely to focus on robotics seeing as companies and governments are scrambling for automated security. Likeliest competitor will be Hahne-Kedar with their LOKI mechs. We will most likely see an increase in corporate sabotage and espionage in that sector. Should take appropriate security measures now and begin to monitor Hahne-Kedar for timetables on when to preempt their attack."" Nodding in agreement with the Major's assessment, Izomi took one more moment to survey the city before he entered the lair of Dalatrass Linron. The fact that she had called him in specifically did not bode well and it would most likely involve some major redeployments of STG assets in the field.<br/><br/>As the two entered the office the great glass doors slid behind them without a sound and several of Izomi's staff awaited at attention before a set of deep drown doors set in a curved archway with two Salarian commandos with rifles in hand. Walking brusquely towards the door way the two soldiers set their rifles to their sides and saluted the General and Major as they approached. Giving the two soldiers a salute in return, the two commandos then did a smart about face and placed their hands upon two identical biometric scanners. After several seconds the scanners turned green and the doors automatically opened inward revealing a large meeting room and massive ivory colored table. At whose head sat the current matron mother of the Salarian Union and she did not seem pleased to see the two STG officers. Standing at attention the two gave a salute to the Dalatrass as their entourage awaited outside the doors of the office. As the doors swung back into place the Dalatrass could overhear the various members of the General's aides helping coordinate what seemed to be an operation going on at the Citadel judging by the code words being used. Motioning for the two to take a seat the Dalatrass waved her hand lazily in front of her activating a holographic display of the galaxy that seemed to originate from a center console in the table. Several seconds later the once opaque windows lining the west side of the office quickly flickered off to be replaced by data reports and real time news feeds from around the galaxy.<br/><br/>As both matron of the Linron bloodline and leader of the Salarian Union the Dalatrass commanded enormous respect in Salarian society, especially to two males like Izomi and Kirrahe. So in order to both gain the most insight to the information present and to respect the position that the Dalatrass held they had decided several days earlier that they would sit as close as they could to the holographic display and as far away from the Dalatrass as they could. She already distrusted males in positions of authority and having two such figures in her office would surely put her in a sour mood if she wasn't already in one. Flitting their eyes from screen to screen the two were assaulted by data streaming in from hundreds of sources about thousands of events happening at that very moment. Taking a moment to examine the two officers the Dalatrass raised her hand and soon the screens began to change and soon the data began to become more focused. The galactic map in front of them began to change as suddenly it narrowed in and focused on a single system and then planet. ""Palaven"" Dalatrass Linron spoke with a firm and serious voice. ""Reports have been streaming in from both our sources in the capital and in various military complexes that the Turians are planning some military operation within the next few months."" Several screens changed suddenly showing a Turian processing center with hundreds of Turians stretching out the door with small brown camoflauged packs in their hands as they waited for their turn in queue. The camera then slowly panned to the left showing several Turian officials overseeing recruit processing. However, the footage then began to get more erratic as a set of angry Turian security officials with weapons in hand approached the camera lens. The footage then began to get very shaky as it and the camera operator exited the building in a hasty manner. Several shots were heard from the audio and the footage ended there. ""As you gentlemen can see the Turians are in the process of rapid troop recruitment and are attempting to keep the levels of said recruitment under wraps. I have already been informed that the amount of materials being bought by the Turian government far exceed their losses at the Citadel so this new force is not simply the Turians coming back up to peace time strength. They are preparing for some military action and that is why I need STG to figure out what that target is and how we can profit from it.""<br/><br/>Slowly the monitors around the room began to fade and instead of reports streaming in from Palaven there were now STG dossiers being displayed there. Each one taking up a portion of each monitor representing those operatives the Dalatrass herself felt were the most able to take on this task. Looking to the Dalatrass for approval the General intoned with his body language his desire to speak and examine the various screens. Receiving a slight nod in response the general then almost vaulted from his seat with data pad in hand. Pressing several keys on the pad he began to scroll rapidly through the Dalatrasses list being sure to note those who would be more easily retrieved from the field. While Izomi scanned through the Dalatrasses list Major Kirrahe pulled out his own data pad from the holster on his dress uniform to see what sort of targets would he focus on to collect information about Turian ship production. After several moments Izomi finished highlighting those that he would chose for the operation and as the Dalatrass looked over the highlighted dossiers of several enlisted and officer STG candidates she added a name to the final list. ""I approve of your selection general and as you can see I have added my own. I want those operatives put into the field immediately and I want their commanding officer off Sur'Kesh today.""<br/><br/>Looking at the newest addition to the list Izomi merely nodded in acceptance of the Dalatrasses choice and headed towards the double door way to inform his staff of the necessary changes to STG operations. Major Kirrahe followed closely behind the general being sure to bow his head slightly towards Linron as he went over various avenues of investigation he could pursue on Palaven. Though the harder part would be getting on the planet without creating undue attention to himself and his team.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""https://encrypted-tbn1.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcSGOkaZrjrowrqQ9yDkLIeySjN9T2bULyValtgBGQPicVLTlKLlEw""/></div><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Tuchanka</span></span></div><br/>Clan Urdnot had to be stopped or at the very least slowed down in their attempts at uniting the various Krogan Clans on Tuchanka. While Urdnot Wreav had made gains on the ground he still had some way before claiming a unified Krogan people. Mercenary Krogans littered the galaxy and if payed enough one might find a Warlord or two amongst the bunch willing to fight against Clan Urdnot. So far they had successfully integrated and propped up three new Krogan Clans that would hopefully challenge Urdnot Wreav and his machinations. Clan Hoksar led by Panaki is a clan that has been focusing less on brute strength and more on guerrilla tactics focusing on drawing out a Clan's defenses until they are ready to attack its base of operations with a huge assault. Next is Clan Jekrax led by the brutish Taxxa who by even Krogan standards was a massive specimen that previously held a position of authority in the Blood Pack Mercenary group. Finally the most successful pawn they had subverted was the native Krogan Clan Forsan by led by Warlord Trand. Since the Clan itself was a known, albeit minor, power on Tuchanka they had a more established infrastructure unlike the other two imported Krogan Warlords. Thus the Salarian Union continued one of their favorite strategies of using proxy agents to delay or halt their enemies objectives. It has taken a lot of resources and effort to subsidize the Krogan Clans without their knowledge to who their actual benefactor was. Each thought they were the recipient of aid from some Mega Corporation or Mercenary Company looking to get a foothold in Tuchanka for various reasons. So as these Krogan Clans spread their influence over Tuchanka various stations along the DMZ monitor their progress and from time to time allow a small ship or two to pass by laden with small arms, ammunition, and credits. For while the Krogan focus on fighting each other they will not have the time nor inclination to fight the Council once again. However, such shipments were very costly and ran the risk of being discovered by the Council. So as to put blame on another organization the STG decided to contract the delivery and manufacturing of the weaponry to House Fennec. A recent upstart in the Terminus Systems that had a reputation for arms dealing and would hopefully be more than willing to arm several thousand angry Krogan.<br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>To: House Fennec<br/>From: Clan Forsan of Tuchanka<br/>We need guns and lots of them. Send the guns and we send you the credits. This is Warlord Trand of Clan Forsan and I will have my guns.</div></blockquote><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>To: House Fennec<br/>From: Clan Hoskar of Tuchanka<br/>We have been told you are a good supplier of weapons. We need weapons and you need credits. Bring the one and we will supply the other. Warlord Panaki always keeps his word.</div></blockquote><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>To: House Fennec<br/>From: Clan Jekrax of Tuchanka<br/>GUNS NOW. CREDITS LATER. SO SAYS WARLORD TAXXA.</div></blockquote><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Month 1 Expenditures""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Sur'Kesh</span> Total Cost=200 Credits<br/>1 Urban Area (Cost=100) 45 Credits Per Month<br/>3 Industrial Complexes (Cost=45) 15 Credits Per Month<br/>1 Major Industrial Complex (Cost=40) 15 Credits Per Month<br/>1 Planetary Fuel Depot (Cost=15) 5 Credits Per Month<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Tuchanka</span> Total Cost=100 Credits<br/>Proxy Forces Budget (Cost=100)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Mannoval</span> Total Cost=100<br/>1 Urban Area (Cost=100) 45 Credits Per Month<br/><br/>Overall Monthly Expenditure=400<br/>Leftover Credits=73</div></div></div>"
17294,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974,2014-12-29T12:58:00,Ralnis,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Loose-Hand Gunrunning<br/>Nos Selas, Illium</span><br/><br/>A lone Frigate made its way with Daniel Leonard,a Human of his late 20s that knew the way of both the black market and the true market. He was known as the most notorious smuggler that actually went to and from the Citadel quite a few times before C Sec caught up to him and he ran to the Terminus and joined up with the House to teach new smugglers and traders as he became the headof the commerce department. He had a few crates of the House's newest weaponry that came from the gunsmiths of Capek as they had always strive to put their own Medieval flair and high-quality arms. This will not doubt be something that they can do to dance around both ends of the table when it comes to Illium.<br/><br/>With the docking procedure all ready done. Daniel made his way to his appointment area so he can get down to business. He told the reception,""my name is Daniel Leonard from House Fennec and I have come to my appointment."""
17295,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974,2014-12-29T13:20:00,Kinistian,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Apex Industries||Zirnitra||External Facilities</span></span></div><br/><br/>Seeing the messages pop up on the screen that was scent to his company. Mr.Clinton looked over the names of the factions and their writers. Illium would be a could place to sell their weapons and House Fennec could be a valuable military ally. A pact with them could also save his company the trouble of dealing with House Fennec's more unrespected pro-suits.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To:Triarchs of Illium<br/>From:Henry Clinton,CEO of Apex Industries <br/><br/>I would be delight to make some sort of arrangement. Though sadly I haven't any ships to take me to Illium. So if it wouldn't be to much trouble can you find a private transport?</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To:House Fennec<br/>From:Henry Clinton,CEO of Apex Industries<br/><br/>It would be a pleasure to come to some sort of arrangement. Let us talk face to face on Illium.</blockquote>"
17296,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=25,2014-12-29T13:29:00,Independent States of Tula,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Real Geth</span></span></div><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Location: Sigurd's Cradle, Lenal System, Laconix</span></div><br/><br/>The Real Geth had worked hard to make their new home on Laconix, and in truth they still were as construction on a new Major Mining Complex and an Industrial Complex were just beginning. Despite the ongoing work on the planet the Real Geth had come to a consensus once more...it was time to become active in the Galaxy and show that the Geth were far more than the homicidal machines who hide behind the Veil as many Organics thought of them. However that consensus brought a new problem to be answered by the Geth, how do the Geth introduce themselves and who do they introduce themselves to first? Thankfully Geth thought at Light's Speed and so a second consensus was made in only milliseconds, the Real Geth would make amends with those they had forced out of the Veil...they would find the Creators. Furthermore another consensus was made, the Real Geth would find Commander Shepard, alive was statistically low, but even death could be reversed to a degree with the right amount of knowledge and tools...the Real Geth had the knowledge but the tools would have to be found after the successful recovery of Commander Shepard.<br/><br/>It was decided then that the Real Geth would send out one of their Frigates and their mobile platform to complete these two tasks. First the Real Geth would make contact with the Creators and do everything in their power to foster good relations between the Real Geth and the Creators. Then, if the Frigate and Mobile Platform weren't destroyed by their Creators (there was a 87% chance that some form of hostilities would occur between the Real Geth and the Creators) they would search out the system where the Normandy was patrolling before being destroyed by unknown hostile forces.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Expenditures of Month One</span><br/>1x Major Mining Complex Cost: 30 Credits<br/>1x Industrial Complex Cost: 15 Credits<br/><br/>Expected Month 2 Income: 56 Credits (Laconix) + 15 Credits (Base) = 71 Credits</blockquote>"
17297,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=25,2014-12-29T13:40:00,Nuxipal,"<div align=""center"">Triarch Selas Lismir<br/>Nos Selas, Illium<br/>Tasale System, Crescent Nebula<br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://img1.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20140519174339/masseffect/images/5/55/Kallini_-_Ardat-Yakshi_Monastery.png""/></div><br/><br/><br/>The receptionist greets the guest and gives him a room number. A pair of LOKI mechs escort him up to the Elevator and to the third floor of the small squat building. This city was strange as it was built high off of the ground, but all the actual structures were built on a platform and were no taller than three stories. Inside the doors waited the Triarch. She was beautiful to behold, as most Asari are. There was a subtle predatory look to her as she greeted Daniel.<br/><br/>""Welcome Daniel Leonard of House Fennec. Please take a seat anywhere, I do not keep a formal office as much as I keep a lounge. Now, what sort of goods can you bring to Illium? Remember, so long as you are labeling it properly, it can be sold here. Drugs, weapons, Indentured Servants, robotics, or any number of other things.""<br/><br/><br/>Another message popped up and she sent it to her receptionist to answer for her.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Henry Clinton,CEO of Apex Industries <br/>From: The Offices of Triarch Selas Lismir<br/><br/>We welcome you to come to Illium and present your company. We can arrange for a transport on your world to pick you up and bring you to Illium. From Nos Astra Spaceport a shuttle car will bring you to Nos Selas for your meeting with the Triarch Selas Lismir. I have sent you boarding passes and a shuttle car number. We look forward to your visit to Illium.</blockquote>"
17298,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=25,2014-12-29T13:53:00,Ralnis,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Loose Handed Gunsmuggling<br/>Nos Selas, Illium</span><br/><br/>Daniel Leonard knew the score before ever stepping out planet side. The Asari Triarchs always played a power game when it came to trying to get the best deals and get the most product through their market. House Fennec and its weaponry had a renown for being high quality weaponry, so now doubt this will land her more prestige in the whole hindsight. Daniel began to speak,"" Well, as you know that House Fennec is by and larger one of the largest arms dealers in the Terminus and with aMedieval flair we are known to be on parting with other political powers such as the Alliance and we are looking to bring the weaponry to your markets for mass production and distribution across the trade routes of which Illium has many. So I an trying to see what can I do to put House Fennec on the planetary market.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Capek,Haskins system</span><br/><br/>Almost simultaneously, three messages from three angry Krogan Warlords had came on the messenger screaming for guns in exchange for credits. As wild as it seemed, the Denfather was smelling something fishy about this. He knew that a few freighters have been known to sneak by the stations and can get a king's fortune or get obliterated by the guns of a station. Giovanni called in Augustine and the Inquisition to help him out with this task of seeing what is going on Tuchunka. He knew that Clan Urdnot Wrex and Wreav were in the process of building their world back to a prewar state, which is only half of the battle for them since they also needed to try and reverse the Genophage and that will have to be a great doom on the Council for that to happen. He tasked the Inquisition to look into these matters with the Council and see what's up I'm that corner of the galaxy for in the meantime, the House will send some of its best smugglers to go and see if they can run the battlestations and get the weapons to the Warlords."
17299,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=25,2014-12-29T14:07:00,The Orson Empire,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Palaven, Apien Crest</span></span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">A silver world of fortresses and fire</span>. These were the words an Asari diplomat had used to describe her impressions of Palaven, and she was spot on. The Turian's militaristic behavior permeates every aspect of Palaven's society, from art to politics, as well as strongly influencing its population of 6.1 billion people. Palaven was highly urbanized, containing many large cities, but it also was highly defended. This was the reason the planet had never been occupied by an invading force- that, and the fact that the will of the Turians to defend their homeland is extreme.<br/><br/>However, recent events had surprised the people of Palaven and much of the rest of the Hierarchy. Primarch Fedorian had ordered 20 new infantry divisions to be created from scratch. As a result, 600,000 soldiers had been conscripted into the military. Another Turian Spectre had also been chosen by the Council. By the time the military build-up was complete, Fedorian stated that at least 5,000,000 new soldiers will have been trained and mobilized, and hundreds of new starships will have been constructed. The Primarch had still kept his plans to destroy the Geth secret. The soldiers would not know who they would be fighting until the very day the invasion of Geth Space began.<br/><br/>All over Palaven, tens of thousands of recruits were rushed in to the various military bases across the planet. They waited in long lines at processing centers, carrying their uniforms (which were wrapped in brown packs) in their hands as they waited for Turian officials to let them into the base. Some recruits were also sent up to Menae, a moon of Palaven, for extreme survival training. Civilians looked on...although some got a bit too curious and got too close.<br/><br/>In Cipritine, the capital city of Palaven, a Turian with a camera managed to get inside a processing center and began recording. The Turian had been hired by the Salarians to transmit information of the military buildup to them, and he intended to get as much footage as possible.<br/><br/>Soon enough, an official noticed. ""Hey, what the hell are you doing?!"" he yelled. The Turian then tried to run, nearly dropping his camera in the process. ""GET HIM!"" the official yelled at a group of Turian soldiers armed with assault rifles. The soldiers chased the man, but the man had ran too far out. Determined to not let him get away, the soldiers fired several shots at the man, killing him instantly. The camera fell to the ground and broke.<br/><br/>The soldiers and the official ran up to the corpse. As a soldier picked up the broken camera, the official shook his head. ""Fucking spies,"" the official said. He then turned toward the soldiers. ""Cremate the body and destroy the camera."" He then walked back to the processing center."
17300,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=25,2014-12-29T14:11:00,Nuxipal,"[quote=""Nuxipal"";p=""22952792""]<div align=""center"">Triarch Selas Lismir<br/>Nos Selas, Illium<br/>Tasale System, Crescent Nebula<br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://img1.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20140519174339/masseffect/images/5/55/Kallini_-_Ardat-Yakshi_Monastery.png""/></div><br/><br/><br/>The Triarch was studying him. ""I see, I haven't actually seen one of your weapons before. Perhaps a demonstration is in order then. There are two LOKI mechs which brought you up here. We will take them to the balcony so you can show me the damage that one of your weapons can do to them."" She motions towards a large glass door that opens to the balcony. It is midmorning and there is hardly a cloud in the sky. A good day to do outdoor activities, such as shoot up a few mechs for practice or for display."
17301,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=25,2014-12-29T14:40:00,Ralnis,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Loose-Handed Gunsmuggling,<br/>Nos Selas, Illium</span><br/><br/>Daniel wasn't a bad shot but he knew he could manage with a House assault rifle. The LOKI mechs had shown up and popped open a crate and the gun had formed itself and activated. The gun itself had Celtic markings and had a sights that was holographic and static electricity shot between a Jacob's Ladder as it showed the flow of the mass effect and as it fire off a burst or two at the LOKI and dropped them with relative ease and he spoke,"" This is known as the Delilah, it is a more recent model that has been modified for the Housecarls and use in standards of the House's gunsmiths. They are meant to put a person down in a mid to long range fight. It has a VI holo-targeting suite as shown and can target friend or foe though friendly fire is still an issue like most weapons now a days. It is compatible with any standard issue weapon mods for different types of damage against a wide away of targets presented. It is a burst fire and semi-automatic so its main purpose is that of a battle rifle. The designs of each gun are Medieval in style because we like old stuff and want out weapons to be cheap yet exotic. Any other questions?""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Krogan DMZ,<br/>Council Space</span><br/><br/>The Smuggler ship had started to make their way to Tunchunka but was stop by peacekeeping forces and the smugglers thought that their lives were over but the thing was that it was not Turians , but Salarians. It is uncommon for the Salarians to make an appearance as peacekeeping forces but knowing their history then it was apparently the big thing that happened. The Salarians had started to ask the smugglers questions and wanted to see the cargo and they knew that this was the House's freighter and they let them pass,which was strange knowing that something like this doesn't happen all the time and they were able to make it to the desert world of Tuchunka and went to the meeting points of the three warlords. They had made weapons that were made for the Krogan in mind that can handle the backlash against the recoil, but has the stopping power to skinny the hide off one. The warlords were pleased and took the entire shipments from their hands and said that the House will get its pay and will get it soon. With that the smugglers bolted back to Capek and told the Denfather what happened and Augustine confirmed that it is general fighting which makes them wander why they asked for them specifically. Though they should have the money now that they did what they said they would."
17302,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=25,2014-12-29T15:02:00,Nuxipal,"<div align=""center"">Triarch Selas Lismir<br/>Nos Selas, Illium<br/>Tasale System, Crescent Nebula<br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://img1.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20140519174339/masseffect/images/5/55/Kallini_-_Ardat-Yakshi_Monastery.png""/></div><br/><br/><br/>""It looks effective. I believe that they will sell very well to the thousands of different PMCs on Illium and the elite here always like having top of the line weaponry. You can consider this the first sale on Illium and I welcome your weapons to the Illium Market. There is an electronic document on the table there that will be of assistance for you. I need you to sign the bottom and hit the accept. I will do the rest, just have your first shipment and at least one person to do the physical selling at your first shop in Nos Astra. If it goes well a second and third will be opened for you. Should the business do particularly well we have a large arms manufacturing sector that you can build a new factory in to save on shipping costs.""<br/><br/>The document was as she said. A long list of rules and regulations which came out at the end to mean two things: Don't Kill anyone and Don't damage the economy. The last line was the contract portion.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">.... and the Honorable House Fennec shall in all its power continue to do commerce on Illium. Failure to continue commerce on Illium will result in the permanent banishment of all Fennec products from Illium associated markets and possible additional penalties if applicable.</blockquote><br/><br/>The signature box was at the very bottom with a small green accept button next to it."
17303,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=25,2014-12-29T15:12:00,Chrysaor,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">The Elcor Courts</span><br/>The Citadel</div><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://www.kissmybit.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/Citadel-Presidium-View_From_Ambasador_Lounge_3.jpg""/></div><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">----Elcor/Volus Embassy, Citadel Presidium----</span></span></div><br/><br/>Ambassador Zaltan ended the call from Dekuuna with a silent sigh. Makani was only one man and yet in the past few weeks he had given out more orders than the entire Courts did in the last decade.<span style=""font-style: italic"">That one should have been born human </span>the ambassador pondered. Zaltan peered out the window, the sky was the same unchanging blue as always unlike the world around it. Workers and keepers were still cleaning up Sovereign's mess in the wards below. He missed the galaxy of a few years ago before the attack, when Elcors could afford to be who they are. Then out of nowhere Pol, the Volus clerk on the Volus side of the embassy, spoke up from below him.<br/><br/>""Don't tell me"" behind the suit, his eyes were squinting ""Let me guess...you're upset.""<br/><br/>""Amused; you are getting quite proficient at this friend."" The ambassador was simply amazed by Pol when they first met. His regular interaction with Zaltan's species has given the Volus an unique ability to read Elcors subtle expressions, a feat the Elcor was sure only their own kind were capable of.<br/><br/>""Tired resignation; yes. The Elcor government is undergoing...big changes."" Zaltan drawled out monotonously ""That means work for me. A lot of work.""<br/><br/>From securing new arms deal for the military to expanding their trade routes, not to mention Makani's plans for finding new colonies or the dozens of orders he just received from the phone call, Zaltan was quite literally buried by work. He was just preparing e-mails to both the Asari and Turian Ambassadors when Dekuuna called.<br/><br/>""Ah yes, the High Elder taking over for the Courts. I heard the Council had a field day with that"" Pol noted ""Glad I missed that one, gotta thanks the flu.""<br/><br/>""With genuine concern; I hope you have made a full recovery. Regretful; I'm afraid we have to continue speaking another time. I am , as you can imagine, extremely busy.""<br/><br/>The Volus shrugged then left and Zaltan turned his gaze to the computers. On the monitor, the mails he was preparing remained as it was before the phone call. He needed to finish these quickly. The ambassador re-activated his assistant VI and began writing.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Asari Ambassador<br/> From: Ambassador Zaltan of the Elcor Courts<br/><br/>Our most humbled greetings to the Asari Republics. I speak for all Elcors when I say, we have not forgot the Asari's part in helping us joining the Intergalatic community, which we are infinitely proud to be a part of. The Elcor has since played a small, but nonetheless, important part in contributing to the Council and to the world. Now once again the Asari Republics has a chance to help our people.<br/><br/>In light of the recent attack on the Citadel, the Elcor has come to believe that the passiveness in our past policies can no longer benefit the Elcor people. For the first time in history, we are ready to take preemptive action to expand Elcor's, and by extension the Council's influence in the galaxy. But to do this, our people require a place to take root and to grow. We need a new world to colonize. But as you may understand, for our people to thrive we require a planet with highly specific conditions, the type which the Council may not currently possess. In response, High Elder Makani- leader of the Elcor Courts, has recently put up a plan for an expedition to find new world for our people. <br/><br/>This colony is a chance for both the Elcor and the Council to grow into something more powerful. We are ready to arrange talks with your representatives at your convenience.<br/><br/>Our most gracious thanks</blockquote><br/><br/>That was reasonably concise and to the point, Zaltan thought. He was still not used to writing for the alien ears for they hear so very little while their words carry so little meaning. But at least that's done, and the ambassador clicked send before beginning another task.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Monthly Activity""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Month 1<br/>Total Credits: 244</span><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Purchases:</span><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><br/>Dekuuna </span><br/>+1 Major industrial complex: +15 credits (40 credits)<br/>+1 Small Spaceport: +4 credits (80 credits) <br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><br/>Oltan</span><br/>+1 Mining Complex: + 3 credits (10 credits)<br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Sangel</span><br/>+1 Mining Complex: + 3 credits (10 credits)<br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Thunawanuro</span><br/>+1 Small Spaceport: +4 credits (80 credits)<br/>+1 Infantry Division (10 credits)<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Total credits spent:</span> 230<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Total credits leftover:</span> 14<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Earning next month: 278</span> </span></blockquote></div></div></div>"
17304,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=25,2014-12-29T15:13:00,Liecthenbourg,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #400040"">The Geth Consensus</span></span></span><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://fc06.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2011/230/1/1/geth_space_symbol_by_engorn-d46z6pc.png""/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">We Are Legion</span></span></div><br/><br/><hr/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #400040"">Kaushus, Talava System, Caleston Rift</span></span></div><br/>A lone Geth cruiser sat above the planet Kaushus idly, her pristine and perfect outer hull lavishly reflecting some sunlight off of her. Her mission here had become known to all the Geth within the consensus, most already calculated projected outcomes prior to the entire venture merely to check their margins and their ability to factor in circumstances. Most of the Geth within the ship harboured as programmes, but some crew lulled around and about, serving as the defence from any boarding parties. Not that they'd find some out here, but still. Suddenly, a message was sent out all across the ship - breaking the dead silence that was only interrupted by metallic footsteps prior.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Scan</span><br/><br/>And so the ship did. Probes and orbital scans were done in a flurry of mechanical movements and orders, and the lone cruiser began to slightly move from its position as it scanned different segments of the planets. It had been doing this across most of the Rift, looking for mineral rich worlds the Geth could expand their influence onto in order to increase their production capabilities. Some worlds were inhabited, but many were not suited for organics at all. Seldom did this bother the Geth, however."
17305,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=25,2014-12-29T15:20:00,Segmentia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Parnitha System, Athena Nebula, Thessia</span><br/><br/>The office of Matriarch Alenia Nyxemi was quite lavish, antiques lined on shelves build into the walls, exotic drapes covering the large windows that allowed the light to shine into her office. And not just things of Asari make. There were relics from the Turians, Salarians, humans, and just about any other species one could think of. As much at Alenia may not have like to brag about it, she was a very, very wealthy individual. Unlike many Asari who spent their early adulthood's venturing the galaxy she had started her career and had soared through the ranks of the Asari, both in wealth and influence. She had even spent a century as a commando just to say she had. Now at the age of 800 years, she had risen to the top, the de facto leader of the Asari Republics. While the regular e-democracy was still intact and the Matriarchs still held their own power, Alenia held power over the Matriarchs. She had been vying for the position for decades, and the final shove to the top had come not to long ago, though with considerable embarrassment to the Asari, at least in her eyes. Matriarch Benezia and her treason had destroyed her upper echelon support base and those Matriarchs had been pressed into the fold. Now it was time to expand the influence of the long-lived Asari.<br/><br/>""The Krogan? Why would the Krogan want a face to face meeting?"" Nyxemi asked, turning to face the image of Councilor Tevos, a long trusted ally in another prime position.<br/><br/>""I am not sure, Nyxemi. Though my sources in C-Sec say their representative has gone to see Councilor Sparatus. With the reports of the Turian military build up, this could be...interesting."" Tevos said, her hands folded behind her back and head tilted to the side slightly. Alenia nodded in thought. ""Indeed it may be. I do wonder what the Turians are up to. This build up is not exactly normal. Don't see the Krogan just yet. Speak to Sparatus after their meeting and try to see what is going on, then you may speak with the Krogan."" She said with a nod.<br/><br/>""Of course, Nyxemi. I'll forward you my report as soon as it is completed."" Tevos said and signed off, the image fading.<br/><br/>With a sign the older Asari returned to her desk and sat down, flicking through reports on her omni-terminal. Yes, the Turian military build up was unexpected, and with no discussion with any of the other Council species...It was slightly unsettling. With that in mind Alenia had already ordered the Asari's own military build up.<br/><br/><br/>-------<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Tasale System, Crescent Nebula, Illium, Nos Astra</span><br/><br/>Irissa looked out the window of the mid-sized office in the Asari Republics 'embassy' on Illium. The view was always majestic, a true marvel for the Asari species. She had been the special envoy to Illium for only a few years but her presence had no doubt made an impact. She wasn't the motherly image of an Asari most people seemed to have of Asari in positions of power. She was not a mediator or diplomat. She was a person who got results, and it had served her and the Asari well. So far her mission had been simple; To maintain current relations with Illium. Not entirely challenging. But now Thessia desired to increase the relationship to a proper trade agreement. The message was already typed up with the proper authorizations included.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Triarch Aleena<br/>On behalf of Thessia of Matriarch Nyxemi I have been asked to speak with you and authorize further trade and relations between our two nations. If this is of interest to you, as I suspect it is, please contact me as your earliest convenience.<br/>Special Envoy Irissa</blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Illium, Nos Astra, Eternity Lounge</span><br/><br/>Council Specter Tela Vasir sat in a dark corner of the Lounge. She knew she had eyes and cameras on her, this was Illium after all, but she was rather positive nothing would really come of it. She was a rather well paying and constant visitor to the planet during her duties as a Specter, and had directed plenty of other such individuals to purchasing things here on Illium. Right now she was waiting for a Specter comrade of hers, a Salarian. She had just finished up taking down a rather vicious den of criminals that had made the mistake of bringing their business into Council space when a priority message from Councilor Tevos had ordered her on a new mission, which was to be undertaken with the Salarian Specter and with utmost secrecy, though Specter business was usually of that type.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Month One Expenses""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Expenses:<br/>-10 credits for A-Y Monastery upkeep<br/>Piares - Populated - Income – 594 credits per month, 40% reduced land recruitment time, 35% ship build time decrease<br/><br/>2 Fuel Depots, 10 credits per month<br/>5 mining complex's, 15 credits per month<br/>4 Urban Areas, 360 credits per month, 40% reduced land recruitment time (linked to Major Spaceport on Thessia)<br/>--Purchases---<br/>Major Mining complex – 2 –Minus 60 credits<br/>-Adds +20 Credits monthly <br/>Industrial complex – 3 – Minus 45 credits<br/>-Adds +15 credits per month, 15% ship time decrease<br/>Major industrial complex – 1 – Minus 40 credits<br/>-Adds +15 credits, 10% ship time decrease <br/>Shipyard – 1 – Minus 52.5 credits<br/>-Adds +15 credits, 10% ship time decrease<br/>Small spaceport – 1 – Minus 84 credits <br/>-Adds +144 credits (Linked to Major Spaceport on Thessia)<br/><br/>Athame - Gas Giant – Income: 30 credits<br/>1 Orbital mining station, 30 credits per month, minus 200 credits<br/><br/>--Units, Ground—<br/>10 Infantry Divisions(With high-quality armaments and advanced armor) on Thessia, minus 150 credits, 2.4 months<br/>5 Armored divisions(With high-quality armaments and advanced armor) on Thessia, minus 150 credits, 1.8 months<br/>5 Sapper detachments(With Electronic Warfare Capabilities and Heavy Weapons Teams) on Thessia 51 credits, 1.8 months<br/>8 Gunship Wings(With High Quality Armaments and Advanced Armor) on Thessia, 60 credits, 1.8 months<br/>--Units, Navy— 1 credits<br/>4 Light Cruisers(With Multicore Shielding and Thanix cannons) on Thessia, 140 credits, 2.6 months<br/>4 Light Transports on Thessia, 80 credits, 1.95 months<br/>10 Destroyers(With Multicore Shielding and Thanix cannons) on Thessia, 210 credits, 1.95 months<br/>10 Corvette Packs on Thessia, 40 credits, 1.3 months<br/><br/>---Balance: 1 Credit---<br/>---New Income: 1,570.5 credits---</div></div></div>"
17306,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=25,2014-12-29T15:25:00,Ralnis,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Loose-Handed Gunsmuggling,<br/>Nos Salen, Illium</span><br/><br/>Daniel signed the contract and solidify the opening of markets from Illium and it has started the rise of the House's arms in the galaxy, at least the northern portion. He smiled and said,""thank you for your time and I must go off to the House to notify of the recent development."" With that he left and started to get organized to have a representative work in their name in their new shop on Illium. In the mean time they had to start working on trying to solidify their grip in the Amun system by contacting the only people with significant influence and try to establish a deal with them so they can expand in the system without having to fight the Eclipse."
17307,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=25,2014-12-29T15:47:00,Lunas Legion,"<div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://playeressence.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/Mass-Effect-3-Omega.jpg""/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Afterlife, Omega, Sahrabarik System, Omega Nebula</span></div><br/><br/>""We'll have to deal with them eventually. Why not now?"" Lyessa asked over the blaring music that filled Afterlife. She was Aria's de facto second-in-command, and head of the military; if not for her own loyalty to Aria, she would've already taken Omega for herself, but she owed Aria too much.<br/><br/>It wasn't every day that you were saved from a band of pirates by the Queen of Omega; she may have been a former Commando, but not even she could fight whilst she was asleep. She'd just been having some leave, sleeping, before they burst in, grabbed and cuffed her, and headed off for their ship.<br/><br/>If not for that they'd forgotten to pay Aria's new 'docking fee', she'd have been sold somewhere far from Omega into slavery. But they hadn't, so Aria and her bodyguard stormed the ship and took it for themselves. Most of the freed slaves had vanished into the faceless masses of Omega, but she stuck around with Aria, eventually becoming her second with Bray as her own second and commander of Aria's bodyguard.<br/><br/>""We have the forces to force one, perhaps two out, but not for all at once."" Aria replied. ""We may have numbers, but the mercs are dug in with superior training than our own troops. Better equipment can never make up for good troops, which is why I keep you my bodyguard around.<br/><br/>""One, perhaps."" Lyessa relented. It was never a good idea to completely stand up to Aria, not unless she planned something completely stupid. And moving against the companies one at a time wasn't stupid in any way. ""The Blood Pack first? The other two can be... Reasoned with, or otherwise bribed to defect, and their troops are at least civilised. The Blood Pack are anything but.""<br/><br/>""Why not?"" Aria shrugged. ""We'll deal with the Blue Suns after the Blood Pack have been crushed, and Eclipse afterwards. I'll let you issue the orders."" She turned, looking out over Afterlife's main floor. ""I have other things to do.""<br/><br/>Lyessa nodded, stood, and left, hurredly typing in orders on her Omni-Tool."
17308,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=25,2014-12-29T16:46:00,The corporate states of Astavar,"<blockquote class=""uncited""><div>Sparatus frowned. The proposal the Krogan had made was.....unreasonable.<br/><br/>""Even if we were to agree to your proposal, I highly doubt the other Council members would support dissolving the Krogan DMZ,"" Sparatus replied. ""If you want full support, then you are going to have to convince the Asari, Salarians, and the Humans to agree."" Sparatus then remembered that Fedorian said he had an ""idea"", and thus was now hoping that he would speak up.<br/><br/>Fedorian did indeed speak. ""I have an idea,"" Fedorian said to the Krogan. ""The Turians could provide you with weapons and decrease our presence in the Krogan DMZ, but only on one condition- after the Turian military buildup is complete, we have plans to engage the Geth in the Terminus Systems, as they have become a large threat. You must provide us with Krogan infantry that will support our invasion.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Korx seems to Consider the counter proposal ""hmm Agreed we will send you a list of the weapon we will needs in the coming months but if you want us to commit to a prolonged Campaign against the Geth you must personally ensure that no External threat can threaten Tuchunka while our warriors are away we also expect a share of the spoils of war fair enough?"""
17309,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=25,2014-12-29T16:54:00,The Orson Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>The corporate states of Astavar <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324974&amp;p=22955097#p22955097"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>Sparatus frowned. The proposal the Krogan had made was.....unreasonable.<br/><br/>""Even if we were to agree to your proposal, I highly doubt the other Council members would support dissolving the Krogan DMZ,"" Sparatus replied. ""If you want full support, then you are going to have to convince the Asari, Salarians, and the Humans to agree."" Sparatus then remembered that Fedorian said he had an ""idea"", and thus was now hoping that he would speak up.<br/><br/>Fedorian did indeed speak. ""I have an idea,"" Fedorian said to the Krogan. ""The Turians could provide you with weapons and decrease our presence in the Krogan DMZ, but only on one condition- after the Turian military buildup is complete, we have plans to engage the Geth in the Terminus Systems, as they have become a large threat. You must provide us with Krogan infantry that will support our invasion.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Korx seems to Consider the counter proposal ""hmm Agreed we will send you a list of the weapon we will needs in the coming months but if you want us to commit to a prolonged Campaign against the Geth you must personally ensure that no External threat can threaten Tuchunka while our warriors are away we also expect a share of the spoils of war fair enough?""</div></blockquote><br/>""That seems fair enough to me,"" Fedorian replied. ""What about you Sparatus?""<br/><br/>""Very well then,"" Sparatus replied. ""However, I doubt this will all be over quickly, so we will ensure that Tuchanka is protected, and that you receive your weaponry.""<br/><br/>""There is one more thing, though,"" Fedorian would say. ""What do you mean by 'spoils of war'?"""
17310,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=25,2014-12-29T17:03:00,Independent States of Tula,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Real Geth</span></span></div><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Location: Sigurd's Cradle, Lenal System, Laconix</span></div><br/><br/>It was decided, the Real Geth could not wait for their First Contact with the Creators before searching for Commander Shepard's body. Rather they would act now, their second frigate and their bulk transport (carrying both an Infantry and Armored Division) would move to the nearby Omega Nebula only a cluster away before moving for the Amada system where the Real Geth would search near the site of where the Normandy was destroyed and on the nearby planet of Alchera for Commander Shepard's corpse. Hopefully the Real Geth would be able to do so without being detected by any other interested parties but the Thanix Cannon and the two divisions of troopers were there just in case the 37% chance of discovery by hostile forces was to indeed occur. Thankfully due to their closeness to the Omega Nebula and due to the Military readiness of the Geth they were quickly off and on the way for the woman who would improve the Galaxy's chances against the Old Machines by a factor of 5.27%. The race for Commander Shepard had just begun for the Real Geth, this mission would be essential in helping to prepare the Galaxy against the Old Machines as the consensus saw."
17311,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=25,2014-12-29T17:35:00,The corporate states of Astavar,"<blockquote class=""uncited""><div>""That seems fair enough to me,"" Fedorian replied. ""What about you Sparatus?""<br/><br/>""Very well then,"" Sparatus replied. ""However, I doubt this will all be over quickly, so we will ensure that Tuchanka is protected, and that you receive your weaponry.""<br/><br/>""There is one more thing, though,"" Fedorian would say. ""What do you mean by 'spoils of war'?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Krox Shuckles ""haha well Turian i dont think the Geth will be needing their Planets, Weapons or Materials (Credits) when we are done with them they will all be scrap metal and it's a shame to let it all go to waste we dont need much but something is expected"""
17312,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=25,2014-12-29T17:57:00,The Orson Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>The corporate states of Astavar <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324974&amp;p=22955744#p22955744"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>""That seems fair enough to me,"" Fedorian replied. ""What about you Sparatus?""<br/><br/>""Very well then,"" Sparatus replied. ""However, I doubt this will all be over quickly, so we will ensure that Tuchanka is protected, and that you receive your weaponry.""<br/><br/>""There is one more thing, though,"" Fedorian would say. ""What do you mean by 'spoils of war'?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Krox Shuckles ""haha well Turian i dont think the Geth will be needing their Planets, Weapons or Materials (Credits) when we are done with them they will all be scrap metal and it's a shame to let it all go to waste we dont need much but something is expected""</div></blockquote><br/>""We can provide you with something,"" Fedorian replied. ""We will find a way to provide you with all three of the things you listed."""
17313,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=25,2014-12-29T18:01:00,The corporate states of Astavar,"<blockquote class=""uncited""><div>""We can provide you with something,"" Fedorian replied. ""We will find a way to provide you with all three of the things you listed.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Wreav will be glad that we came to an Agreement"" Korx makes a small bow and makes his way out of the office and upon returning to his quarters Korx Forwards the details of the agreement to Urdnot Wreav"
17314,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=25,2014-12-29T18:03:00,Marzarbul,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Illium, Nos Astra, Eternity Lounge</span></div><br/>This was a planet of thieves and criminals where nothing was illegal as long as there was some profit in it. Where galactic stock brokers rub shoulders with local crime lords wheeling and dealing wares from across various systems. It was here that the Salarian Union had directed him to begin his search for a certain missing person. A person that the Union and the Asari believed would come to play an important role in the days to come. As he entered the bar he activated his omni-tool and proceeded to can the room for any sort of bugs or cameras that might capture his appearance. ""Ah yes, I have you now my little pretties,"" cackled Jondum as he manipulated the device until after a few moments he whispered, "" Pop goes the weasel."" With that last deft movement he had disabled or blurred most of the audio devices and was currently erasing himself from the video feed. Grinning widely he then headed towards the appointed meeting spot he had been given by an Asari consort he had made an acquaintance with the other night. Sitting down discretely from the Asari he could not help but asses her from a tactical standpoint and judging from her equipment she was well supplied. Also her choice of seat made showed a keen tactical mind as it was near a point of egress, she was leaning back against the far wall with a clear view of the lounge, and she had what seemed to be several associates scattered around the lounge. Nodding to her in acknowledgement he then slid her a small data chip containing information he had just recently purchased from the Information Broker two nights ago on the Citadel detailing the last known location of their missing person. ""Pleasure to make your acquaintance. The name is Bau. Jondim Bau,"" he whispered in a sultry tone. Well, as sultry a tone a slightly crazed Salarian could make. ""I hear that we are to be working together fro some time now and might I inquire as to what I will be calling you?""<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Krogan DMZ<br/>Citadel Council Station 0035</span></div><br/><br/>The Demilitarized Zone or DMZ was set up immediately following the surrender of the Krogan after their defeat at the hands of the Council during the Krogan Rebellions. This zone encircles Tuchanka and ensures that the Krogan are unable to take to the stars again through military force. The DMZ enforces both the arms ban and the importation of eezo to Tuchanka. This zone is patrolled by Council ships and monitored by small orbital stations scattered throughout the system. Through this series of defenses any ship caught approaching the planet is either forced to land under Council supervision or shot down. This zone is enforced mainly by the Turian military although the Salarians have their own areas of supervision that they share in conjunction with the Turians. It would be through these joint controlled sectors that the smugglers would be directed to approach as they exited the Mass Relay system. The Salarians were sure to bribe or replace those Turians who would not be willing to turn a blind as the ships docked with one of the Salarian stations. With a slight nod to the pilot of the smugglers ship the station dock manager cleared their convoy to the planet as a simple humanitarian mission bringing medical supplies and genetically modified seeds to the planet below. The paper work would have to be smudged slightly but that would be of little consequence as the STG were masters at covering their tracks. Well, at least most of the time. With their clearance assured House Fennec ships rushed to the planet surface with their illegal cargo in tow. Entering the atmosphere the convoy then split up into three distinct groups towards their destinations. Hopefully the Krogan would keep to the deal and pay the smugglers. With the Krogan there was always a slight possibility that the expected would not always be the case with them. For House Fennec's sake the STG hoped they remembered to bring the big guns for Clan Jekrax since Taxxa was a bit of a violent brute."
17315,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=25,2014-12-29T18:09:00,The Orson Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>The corporate states of Astavar <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324974&amp;p=22956055#p22956055"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>""We can provide you with something,"" Fedorian replied. ""We will find a way to provide you with all three of the things you listed.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Wreav will be glad that we came to an Agreement"" Korx makes a small bow and makes his way out of the office and upon returning to his quarters Korx Forwards the details of the agreement to Urdnot Wreav</div></blockquote><br/>""We are glad as well,"" Fedorian replied. ""It was a pleasure meeting you.""<br/><br/>Sparatus then got up and closed the door as Korx left. ""Well, that went well,"" Sparatus said. ""I sure hope this plan of yours succeeds, or else we are fucked.""<br/><br/>""Don't worry, Sparatus, I've got everything worked out,"" Fedorian replied."
17316,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=25,2014-12-29T19:19:00,Segmentia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Illium, Nos Astra, Eternity Lounge</span><br/><br/>Tela Vasir spotted the approaching Salarian. Had he not been walking more or less directly at her, she would have a hard time guessing he wasn't just some random Salarian. As he sat down and slid the data chip over and seamlessly took it in her hand, plugging it into her suit computer. ""Tela Vasir."" She replied to his question just as silently as he had asked. She quickly read over the data and spoke to Jondim. ""We're going to attempt to retrieve the body of a fellow Spectre. I imagine you've heard of Shepard?"" She asked, lifting a half empty glass to her lips and taking a sip of the beverage. ""And we are to enlist the help of one of her old crew, an Asari by the name of Liara T'Soni. My contacts already have a line on her. She's not far."" Vasir said, setting the glass down and standing up. ""Ready when you are, Bau."" She said, already making her way to the exit.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Citadel</span><br/><br/>Tevos's contacts informed her that the Krogan representative had left Sparatus's office. She thanked the secretary and swiftly made her way to the Turian's office, it being only a short distance away. She keyed the door. ""Sparatus, it's Tevos, we need to speak about some things."" She said, standing by the door flanked by C-Sec guards. With a Krogan around she wasn't taking any chances."
17317,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=25,2014-12-29T20:00:00,The Orson Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Segmentia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324974&amp;p=22956891#p22956891"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Illium, Nos Astra, Eternity Lounge</span><br/><br/>Tela Vasir spotted the approaching Salarian. Had he not been walking more or less directly at her, she would have a hard time guessing he wasn't just some random Salarian. As he sat down and slid the data chip over and seamlessly took it in her hand, plugging it into her suit computer. ""Tela Vasir."" She replied to his question just as silently as he had asked. She quickly read over the data and spoke to Jondim. ""We're going to attempt to retrieve the body of a fellow Spectre. I imagine you've heard of Shepard?"" She asked, lifting a half empty glass to her lips and taking a sip of the beverage. ""And we are to enlist the help of one of her old crew, an Asari by the name of Liara T'Soni. My contacts already have a line on her. She's not far."" Vasir said, setting the glass down and standing up. ""Ready when you are, Bau."" She said, already making her way to the exit.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Citadel</span><br/><br/>Tevos's contacts informed her that the Krogan representative had left Sparatus's office. She thanked the secretary and swiftly made her way to the Turian's office, it being only a short distance away. She keyed the door. ""Sparatus, it's Tevos, we need to speak about some things."" She said, standing by the door flanked by C-Sec guards. With a Krogan around she wasn't taking any chances.</div></blockquote><br/>""Fedorian, the Asari ambassador is here,"" Sparatus would say into his omni-tool as he saw Tevos at the door.<br/><br/>""Alright, I will talk to you later,"" Fedorian said. The call was then terminated. Sparatus got out of his desk and opened his door.<br/><br/>""Hello Tevos,"" he said. ""Come on in. What did you need to talk about?"""
17318,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=25,2014-12-29T21:34:00,Ralnis,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">In the Dirt We Built Metal in Our Homes,<br/>Capek, Haskins System</span><br/><br/>The transaction was made and already being spent on improving their headquarters for they needed things that the other factions that were in their size had and they needed it more than ever. Their power was growing and the month was coming to an end and the taxes were going to be pouring in like digital rain be fallen in the collectors and be purified to be drinkable. They were thinking on making a spaceport that they can maximize on their growth and also started to push the march a bit more on Anhur so they can make their way to acquire the system and its resources such as the element zero stocks in the garden worlds.<br/><br/>This had became the largest expansion they had done so far and hope that it would not end on just that note. The push into the Traverse was on them and they will be ruthless in getting their needs and wants no matter what the cost may seem as ""to much"". The workings will make the trade and add on to their deal with Illium then it was all good for them. They have plans, big plans that only got bigger the more the galaxy was becoming more hectic as they had to focus on being just a minor faction in the Terminus, but something that can garner respect to all they know or ask of. Yet the Denfather thinks that fear would be more realistic than respect but it was not out of their reach for both.<br/><br/>They had started to do as what they had said to the most important people of Anhur and started bringing back the mining industry of the planet as it became the first of many projects that they wanted to establish as they seem to only try and jumpstart their expansion of the Traverse and the system's economy.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">spend 100 credits<br/>80 on small spaceport in Capek<br/>20 on 4 mining complexes in Anhur<br/>+62 income<br/>184 income/per month</blockquote>"
17319,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=25,2014-12-29T21:42:00,Nuxipal,"<div align=""center"">Triarch Aleena<br/>Nos Astra, Illium<br/>Tasale System, Crescent Nebula</div><br/><br/>Aleena was simply going over how she planned on getting back at Wreav when a message from Special Envoy Irissa arrived on her desk. She read it and smiled. While her counterpart, Selas was having discussions with small time terminus organizations, she would secure the trade agreement with the Asari Republics. A quick series of swipes across a board and she sent a reply to the Envoy.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Special Envoy Irissa<br/>From: Triarch Aleena<br/><br/>Illium would be proud to host Asari made wares to sell to our citizens and tourists who have come from across the galaxy. Thessia and Illium will show the galaxy what a true meaningful trade relationship looks like.</blockquote><br/><br/><br/><br/><div align=""center"">Triarch Selas Lismir<br/>Nos Selas, Illium<br/>Tasale System, Crescent Nebula<br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://img1.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20140519174339/masseffect/images/5/55/Kallini_-_Ardat-Yakshi_Monastery.png""/></div><br/><br/><br/>The Apex Industries representative arrives just as the Hosue Fennec diplomat leaves the offices. It was a short trip along a well known route for both the transport and the shuttle car. He is shown to the office where Selas is waiting. ""Welcome, please sit. What can Apex Industries offer Illium?"""
17320,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=25,2014-12-29T22:34:00,Illan,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">The Migrant Fleet</span><br/>Current Location: The Phoenix Massing</span></span><br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>------Migrant Fleet Marine Command------<br/>------Aboard the <span style=""font-style: italic"">Venerim</span>, primary Quarian military Dreadnought------</div><br/><br/>The massive ship that comprised a grand amount of the Flotilla's armed forces was buzzing with activity, even more than the rest of the fleet's crowded ships. Marines, intelligence officers, simple soldiers, newly-introduced Mech soldiers, and more roamed it's corridors, cargo bays (of which were implemented into training grounds), and hangars filled to the brim with fighters. The mechs were a new addition, and a rather controversial one at that. When Admiral Rias first suggested the idea with the assistance of Admiral Zorah, most were instantly refusing it; and with good reason. It was an understandable stance, given what got them to this state in the first place.<br/><br/>The Admirals assured that the robots would certainly not have AI implementation in them, nor self-awareness. The Quarians procured blueprints and schematics for LOKI, FENRIS, and YMIR mechs, along with a few designs that the Fleet's engineers conjured up. Of course, their own designs were still going through tests and trails, but the former bot designs had been tried and true. That was what the newly-created and very fledgling Artificial Corps of the Quarian Military was composed of.<br/><br/>In the central command ""hub"" of the bustling Dreadnought was military command, more specifically the Migrant Fleet Marine command. In this, the usual business went on; but the Marines had no true assignment as of late.<br/><br/>Until now, that was. Through a holographic tablet of sorts in the hands of Rear Admiral Noryl, and the unofficial commander-in-chief of the whole Migrant Fleet Marines, at least below Admiral Rias. Rear Admiral Noryl, her full name being Fia'Noryl nar Tservas vas Venerim, was a woman of esteemed merit. Known for being one of the most dedicated Marines of the Flotilla's life, she had been in them since she returned from Pilgrimage to chose the Venerim as her ship.....bearing a squadron of fighters as her Pilgrimage ""gift"". Some questions were best left unanswered; but it was a boom beyond comprehension.<br/><br/>In her hands, the holo-tablet continued to flash. It was an alert, an in-depth distress signal originating from a vessel. These usually meant assaults from an outside force, crash landings, or they found something really, really interesting. It was most likely not the latter.<br/><br/>Noryl tapped the tablet once, pulling up the message fully.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">&gt;&gt;DISTRESS FROM VESSEL ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Quivis</span>""&lt;&lt;<br/>&gt;&gt;SIGNAL ORIGINATES FROM-----&lt;&lt;<br/>&gt;&gt;----STANDBY----&lt;&lt;<br/>----------------<br/>----------------<br/>&gt;&gt;AITE --- TYPHON SYSTEM --- PHOENIX MASSING<br/>&gt;&gt;COORDINATES: X: 54.321; Y: 76.553<br/>&gt;&gt;VESSEL DETAILS: MERCHANT CORVETTE, CIVILIAN, QUARIAN IN ORIGIN. DATABASE MATCHES IT WITH FLOTILLA SHIP CENSUS</blockquote><br/><br/>Noryl sighed audibly; she hated it when ships went down like this. Nine out of ten times, it meant salvaging whatever they could and preparing funeral services for those who were lost. Typically there were few survivors. She knew she couldn't leave it be though; even with these odds. She set the tablet aside, and opened her Omni. The Quarian woman stepped away from the fray of frantic banter the best she could, and spoke into it. It was addressed to Captain Kor'Zalis vas Venerim; a Migrant Fleet Marines captain and squad leader. He had been on numerous operations like this before hand: search, scavenge, and rescue.<br/><br/>On the other line, in a cargo bay training, a silver-suited Captain picked up his Omni-Tool. On it he heard the voice of the Rear Admiral, one of her top commanding officers.<br/><br/>""Zalis, I have an assignment for you.""<br/><br/><hr/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><div align=""center"">------Around an hour later------<br/>------In a shuttle, entering the atmosphere of Aite-----<br/>------Squad Khela-7; team of Captain Kor'Zalis------</div><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://fc05.deviantart.net/fs70/i/2011/096/9/5/mass_effect_2___aite_scenic_2_by_lavenderkae-d3dd8oe.jpg""/></div></blockquote><br/><br/>""Five minutes to shuttle touchdown, Captain."" A young shuttle pilot said to Kor as he sat in the back with three other Quarian marines, one holding a Mattock rifle, one armed with an Argus, another with a Tempest SMG. The captain himself armed himself with a Sabre rifle; and all four were armed with Arc Pistols, along with the squad's pilot. One of the male Quarians of the squad, of which sat across from Kor spoke up.<br/><br/>""Captain, what are we looking for? Valuables? Survivors?""<br/><br/>Kor was quick to answer. ""Survivors, above all else. Even if a container of pure and refined Eezo is about to catch and burn, take a survivor instead. Eezo can be replaced, lives can't be. Not nearly as easily.""<br/><br/>The shuttle flew down closer to the surface, and they broke through the layer of clouds, black columns of smoke came into view. The source lie below; a burning wreckage of a Quarian vessel; a smaller one, but still one of worth. Scavengers of the planet would likely be on their way, or possibly already there, depending on just how long ago the signal was sent out. Luckily, the Flotilla was still in another sector, because a question burned in the Captain's mind; what caused this?"
17321,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=50,2014-12-29T22:50:00,Ralnis,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">In The Bowels of the Elemental Darkness,<br/>Nos Astros, Illium</span><br/><br/>Giovanni had not came to Illium in years after his his retirement from the Alliance Navy and wanted to see the galaxy as a civilian instead of a soldier. Nos he is back in action and is waiting for the CEO of Apex so they can meet. Even though he was.blind, he can still see through his VI and he also had Augustine close by to make sure nothing goes wrong. He walked into the Entirety bar and decided he needed a drink for old times sake and the rise of House Fennec while he waited for the CEO of Apex to come and meet him."
17322,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=50,2014-12-29T23:28:00,Nuxipal,"The miners of Apex Industries found something unexpected in their mines. A cash of Eezo worth a great deal of credits. They know that they can either use this eezo for their ship production(-1 month on any ships started in month 2) or they can sell it(200 credits).<br/><br/>The Pirates of the Crescent Claws have seized another pirate's ship and his cargo while on routine patrol around their base. The Batarian had a cargo of 10 sets of identical human twins on board. He had gone through a great deal of trouble to get them. The Crescent Claws have a choice to make, continue the slaver's mission for him, let him return to his business, or release the 'cargo'. If the Pirates sell the cargo they receive 100 credits and 1 frigate. If they free the cargo they receive 1 frigate. Choosing to release the slaver results in the crescent claws gaining nothing.<br/><br/>The recent Krogan unification effort has proven more difficult as several other Clans have found they have credits to spend thanks to some anonymous donors. Krogan Warlords from offworld were being shipped back to Tuchanka to oppose the rise of Clan Urdnot. With one of the Warlords was a young Salarian Scientist named Maelon who has plans to help a smaller clan named Weyrloc rise to power by curing the genophage. This has caused several hundred unfertile females to abandon the female camp in search of the Weryloc camp in hopes that he can cure them of the genophage.<br/><br/>On Jarrahe Station, House Fennec engineers have discovered the remnants of years of advanced VI technology. This has led their science divisions to unraveling a new more powerful VI software for their ships. All current starships owned by House Fennec recieve free Enhanced Electronic Warfare.<br/><br/>For the month, the Quarian people have received several of their own back into the fleet. This month a very talented individual has returned and been accepted into a crew incredibly fast. They quickly rose through the ranks and are now identified as an Elite Specialist. The Quarians gain a Free Elite Specialist.<br/><br/>The Rachni continue to grow. The Rachni gain 2 Free unupgraded militia.<br/><br/>In the Terminus Systems, it seems that the Blue Suns and Eclipse have both been contacted by a third party wanting them to band together to help with a specialized mission. The credits being spent points to some major corporation or government."
17323,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=50,2014-12-30T03:36:00,Sertia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Red Striker, above Maisuth, Ondeste system, Crescent nebula</span><br/><br/>Captain Narya Vas Red Striker, Quarian Pirate queen of the Crescent Claw fleet, sat with one leg draped over the other as she looked through the fog filled helmet that she was basically trapped in at a small vorcha. The vermin cowered under her, twitching every time she moved her foot to some unseen rhythm. This Vorcha had tried to kill her not ten minutes ago, thinking he had the backing of the other Vorcha like the stupid little man did. He was young, and new to the crew, so he didn't know to respect the Quarian captain like everyone else. All he saw was a weak little girl stuck in her so easily broken bubble, and so when he tried stabbing into her armored back and watched it bounced off, Narya took her chance to remove his arms in an instance. Narya never liked blood, or really violence. What she really enjoyed was just calm and quiet evenings, days where she could relax in the company of like minded individuals. However, she was no delicate little flower. She knew these pirates needed to respect her if she were to stay in control, and little the crippled Vorcha cowering in the air lock chamber shaking as he watched his captains foot grow closer and closer with every small swing to the decompression controls.<br/><br/>""<span style=""color: #804040"">So....Thrak was it? Oh it doesn't matter now. Tell me...Do you regret scratching my armor now?</span>"" She asked, treating the threat to her life as no more then a small inconvenience in her day, a trick she picked up from the previous captain to emphasize her power over a person's life. The Vorcha let out words, but honestly his voice gave the head ache growing in Narya's head power and she held up her hand, stopping him ""<span style=""color: #804040"">By the fleet shut up, I forgot you guy can't speak without coughing up a lung....I'll just assume you do, and that you are dreadfully sorry for doing it...right?</span>"" She asked, standing up from the folding chair she had been sitting on, fixing the wrinkles in her coat. The sight of him rapidly nodding in her peripheral vision made her smile. She didn't like violence, but she'd be a liar if she didn't love the power she had now a days. It felt so sweet, the power she had over these physically superior men and women, all cause she had the quad to take the position.<br/><br/>She froze a little bit, then let out a small little giggle, that had she not been extremely close to the button that would determine his fate, the Vorcha would have thought a sign of weakness. However he stayed quiet, simply looking confused at her. She looked to him, and chuckled a bit, this time much more darkly. The captain leaned her head into the air lock, so he could hear her better, and said ""<span style=""color: #804040"">You know...you remind me of the last captain....</span>"". The statement confused the Vorcha, and he managed to choke out a ""W-why? "" Before he saw her tap on the control pad and he began to frantically go to the door. She through the chair into him, and he fell to the ground, only able to watch as the door closed as she spoke to him . ""<span style=""color: #804040"">Oh, it's quite simple a reason. I killed him exactly like this....</span>"". The Door closed as he let out a stream of curses behind the sound proof and air tight door, and could only watch as she looked through the window on the door. He thought maybe he could break that window and take her with him right when the room decompressed and he was launched out into space, and to his end.<br/><br/>With a sigh, Narya turned around and began walking to the bridge, knowing she had plenty to handle before the day was over and that execution had set her back a bit. However, time was money, and she had money to make up for. First Order of business was reading the reports she got about news that the Geth had shown up briefly in terminous space. This of course made her antsy, ghost stories of the machines still haunting her dreams. However, she was practical and thought if she could maybe make a deal with them, they could give her something good.<br/><br/>So with a quick flick of her wrist, a message was sent to an old Quarian probe within the persious Veil, with request to talk to the Geth ship that had entered the terminous system to set up a meeting.<br/><br/>She then began to examine more reports, and after awhile, found a small little note on the bottom of the pile. What it said surprised her. There was a new admiral, and his name was one she kne wall to well. ""<span style=""color: #804040"">So....he made it to the admiralty huh? Good for him....</span>"" She was quiet for awhile, before she sent out a message to the Quarian fleet, requesting correspondence with this admiral, with her code words attached to it to show her legitimacy.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Nuxipal <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324974&amp;p=22959031#p22959031"">wrote</a>:</cite> The Pirates of the Crescent Claws have seized another pirate's ship and his cargo while on routine patrol around their base. The Batarian had a cargo of 10 sets of identical human twins on board. He had gone through a great deal of trouble to get them. The Crescent Claws have a choice to make, continue the slaver's mission for him, let him return to his business, or release the 'cargo'. If the Pirates sell the cargo they receive 100 credits and 1 frigate. If they free the cargo they receive 1 frigate. Choosing to release the slaver results in the crescent claws gaining nothing.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>As for their recent acquisition, She really didn't see the use of these humans. There were to many of them and she doubted any of them had any training. However, they could prove useful to either sell or use. Deciding on a course of action, Narya goes and give them a choice. They could either go free, or join her crew. Of course, those who chose to go free would be sold unbeknownst to the others, as she would not waste a chance at resources of any kind.<br/><br/>Those that do except, would be judged base don their abilities and assigned jobs base don them until they proved themselves to be better in other areas. Those who try to fight would be incapacitated and sold by one of her stronger crew mates, like a turian or a krogan."
17324,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=50,2014-12-30T06:08:00,Liecthenbourg,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #400040"">The Geth Consensus</span></span></span><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://fc06.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2011/230/1/1/geth_space_symbol_by_engorn-d46z6pc.png""/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">We Are Legion</span></span></div><br/><br/><hr/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #400040"">Rannoch, Tikkun System, Perseus Veil</span></span></div><br/>Little stirred upon the vast installations on the planets; central hubs, receivers for the listening posts on Ket'osh and other buildings dotted around. Several Geth units marched in synchronisation up towards one of vast buildings still operating. Several birds perched themselves on overhangs, chirping as they would have done 300 years prior. Ever since the Quarians left, much of Rannoch's wildlife had seen a rebirth - for 300 years no hunting, no deforestation, no fishing and so forth. A blessing in disguise, many would refer to it as.<br/><br/>The Geth continued their patrol, weapons at hand as they advanced up a flight of stairs. Soon, they stumbled across a room filled with terminals and different equipment used to pick up signals on various frequencies. One of the Geth in the patrol did as it always did - march into the room to do a check before returning to the patrol. Its metallic fingers tapped on terminals and consoles a like. It continued to tap against the equipment and befor long he had brought up a message.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">&gt;&gt;DISTRESS FROM VESSEL ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">Quivis</span>""&lt;&lt;<br/>&gt;&gt;SIGNAL ORIGINATES FROM-----&lt;&lt;<br/>&gt;&gt;----STANDBY----&lt;&lt;<br/>----------------<br/>----------------<br/>&gt;&gt;AITE --- TYPHON SYSTEM --- PHOENIX MASSING<br/>&gt;&gt;COORDINATES: X: 54.321; Y: 76.553<br/>&gt;&gt;VESSEL DETAILS: MERCHANT CORVETTE, CIVILIAN, QUARIAN IN ORIGIN. DATABASE MATCHES IT WITH FLOTILLA SHIP CENSUS</blockquote><br/><br/>It wasn't even a minute after seeing this that the Consensus had already dispatched a ship to investigate.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #400040"">Aite, Typhon System, Phoenix Massing</span></span></div><br/>The Geth shuttle could barely be recognised as such. In truth, it was a purposed Quarian vehicle pre-dating the Morning War that the Geth had upgraded merely to receive a better insight on how things had worked all before the dreaded exodus of a people. As it descended down to Aite, it shook and tumbled and turned but the experienced Geth pilot had already brought the vessel under control once it broke through the atmosphere. It's speed was quite a thing of beauty and it zoomed across the skies of Aite with grace. The Geth would soon merely jump out of the shuttle instead of it landing as the organics did. It was a small team, one of five standard Geth Infantry and a Prime that commanded them. With their weapons at hand they began a trek towards the coordinates, having departed from their shuttle a distance away from it in case of hostilities.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Spending""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Balance: 610<br/><br/>2 Major Mining Complexes on Ket'osh (60 Credits)<br/>4 Urban Areas on Haestrom (400 Credits)<br/>Small Spaceport on Rannoch (80 Credits)<br/><br/>7 Frigates on Rannoch (70 Credits) - (60 Days, 35% off of Ship Construction time, 39 Days. 1 Month and a bit)<br/><br/>Balance: 0</div></div></div>"
17325,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=50,2014-12-30T10:56:00,Independent States of Tula,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">The Real Geth</span></span></div><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Location: Phoenix Massing, Tassrah System, Real Geth Frigate</span></div><br/><br/>Platform Model A-117 was unlike other mobile platforms, where other Geth Platforms only had 100 programs A-117 had 1,183 programs built into it to ensure independent operation far from the consensus of the Real Geth, added to that A-117 was equipped with high quality arms, armor, stealth programming, and programming in the effective use of Electronic Warfare both offensively and defensively. In the end A-117 was the most effective single platform created by the Real Geth, the various programs within A-117 working together in harmony as well, as such A-117 was to be used for missions of the highest importance to the Real Geth...such as acting as the Real Geth's ambassador to the Creators during first contact and initial talks. However, first the Real Geth had to find the Creators, watch groups on the extranet had pointed to the Phoenix Massing as the location of the Creator's Flotilla but disagreed on the particular system that the Creators were in specifically. However, suddenly a distress signal was intercepted by the Geth stealth frigate and a new consensus had to be made as A-117 received it's broadcast along with all other platforms on the frigate.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">&gt;&gt;DISTRESS FROM VESSEL ""Quivis""&lt;&lt;<br/>&gt;&gt;SIGNAL ORIGINATES FROM-----&lt;&lt;<br/>&gt;&gt;----STANDBY----&lt;&lt;<br/>----------------<br/>----------------<br/>&gt;&gt;AITE --- TYPHON SYSTEM --- PHOENIX MASSING<br/>&gt;&gt;COORDINATES: X: 54.321; Y: 76.553<br/>&gt;&gt;VESSEL DETAILS: MERCHANT CORVETTE, CIVILIAN, QUARIAN IN ORIGIN. DATABASE MATCHES IT WITH FLOTILLA SHIP CENSUS</blockquote><br/><br/>After several seconds consensus was made, the Frigate would move to help the downed Creators in whatever way it could. It was a quick and decisive decision followed by a quick and decisive jump to FTL towards the Typhon System. It wouldn't take long for the Real Geth frigate to get in system, and once it did the stealth systems were immediately activated to avoid detection as the frigate silently moved towards the planet of Aite. Then a new Consensus was made, Platform A-117 would be the sole Geth platform sent done until confirmation that the sight was secure could be sent back to the frigate, it was an acceptable risk.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">///</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Location: Aite, Geth shuttle, Platform A-117</span><br/><br/>Internal and external diagnostics were completed and platform A-117 had calculated itself to be well within acceptable ranges of operational efficiency, now all that was left for the platform was to wait for the shuttle to get to the DZ and allow the Geth platform to begin its mission. This occurred at the estimated time exactly and while still in the air A-117 jumped from the shuttle and landed easily onto the ground without incident. Pulling the Pulse Rifle off its magnetic clamp and activating the cloaking mechanism platform A-117 was now ready to begin it's movement towards the site of the downed ship, navigation systems pointed A-117 to where it needed to go, meanwhile all other processing power was put behind moving quickly yet stealthily and observing A-117's environment for hostile threats. However there was something A-117 did not know, the Creators had already landed on the planet and so too had the True Geth, and A-117 was moving straight towards the most likely point of confrontation...the crash site."
17326,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=50,2014-12-30T11:56:00,The corporate states of Astavar,"<div align=""Center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://fc00.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2012/346/f/8/krogan_dmz_symbol_by_engorn-d5nuafv.png""/></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Tuchanka - War council</span><br/><br/>""Korx has informed me of an agreement he has made with the Turian Ambassador all we have to is help them smashing some Geth into Scrapmetal and we get all the Weapons we can buy to start building new warships again. Now it's important that this remain a closely guarded secret so I want you to find the most Radioactive hellhole on Tuchanka and build a shipyard under it this will make sure that nobody will venture there and nobody will ever look in such a hellhole. I want Everyone will be on a need to know basis the workers will stay there with their families until I deem in unnecessary to hide our military build up make sure they are people we can trust. I also want the Old space port to be Rebuild with defenses and a garrison of 1000. There will be No aliens allowed to leave the spaceport without my Permission and they will also have a military escort under all time. It is also well known that the DMZ peacekeepers will search any ship that is not under council identification. But I don't trust those good for nothing aliens so we will conduct our own search after the ships land in the spaceport and any alien trying to leave will be shot on sight they will be allowed to sell their goods at the spaceport but nowhere else Understood ah and before I forget if any spaceship tries to land anywhere except the spaceport shoot them down understood?"" all the council member nodded this seemed like a necessary precaution<br/><br/>""Urdnot Wreav may I have you're attention there are some things that I'd like to bring to your attention first is that several of our Infertile women seem to be leaving to Clan Weyrloc from what we have heard Clan Weyrloc seems to be getting help from a Salarian scientist we don't know the name but he seems to be Trying to Cure the genophage and that is why several hundreds of Infertile women from several clans are going to him, What do you want to do about it Urdnot Wreav?"" ""hmm this is grave indeed but I will not let some second rate clan gain a cure for the genophage I want Torg you will take 2 Infantry divisions 1 Artillery and 1 Armored division also have 2 Gunship wings for support to assault and Capture this Salarian and teach Clan Weyrloc a lesson they should not have more than 1000 to 1500 warriors and if anyone is getting the cure it's clan Urdnot and it's allies."" ""Then I Warlord Torg will lead the assault and Teach Clan Weyrloc a lesson they will not soon forget, but there is one more thing before I leave I have some more news to tell it seems like several Warlords are returning to Tuchanka for unknown reasons they might cause trouble if left unchecked""<br/>Wreav Considered this ""all new warlords are to Report to my clan hall and swear allegiance to me or they will die that is all I have to say""<br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">warlord Torg's Forces 1 Mile outside Clan Weyrloc</span><br/>""Warlord Torg what is our battleplan?"" Warlord Torg looks over the Holographic projection of Clan Weyrloc's Stronghold ""They saw us coming a mile away but it doesn't matter they seem to have dug a Trench line outside their compound I'm guessing they will have their main gun emplacements in the stronghold shooting us while we approach they also put mines outside the Trench line.<br/>Here's the plan we start with 1 hour long Artillery barrage to soften them up and make sure you also bomb a way to the Compound if they set up any mines they will be gone when our forces get there. Then we will use Our Apc's and main Combat Vehicles to get our Troops close enough to assault the base and capture the Salarian our Vehicles will will wait 5 minutes away from the Weyrloc Compound we will then cover the whole base in White smoke this will conceal our vehicles and make it impossible to hit anything accurately we the Vehicles will put up Suppression fire on the Compound While our Troops Storm the Base 500 Credits and a Promotion to the Krogan that brings me the Salarian Alive and Well I also want to have 2000 and half of our Gunship's to set up up checkpoints around patrols around the compound checking for anyone trying to flee That is all... WHAT ARE YOU LOOKING AT MAGGOTS GET TO WORK!""<br/>all the officers scurry off to prepare for the Assault<br/><br/>""After an hour of Bombardments the Trenches were turned into Craters the Mines outside the Trenches were turned to dust. ""Warlord Torg the Smoke bombardment is about to begin and our vehicles are ready to begin advancing on the Compound at your command Warlord"" You could hear in the distance loud booms and big white clouds of smoke Rising from the Compound<br/>""ATTACK!!"" A loud sound of Engines Igniting 6000 Krogan Troopers checking their equipment for the last time before battle ""Listen up you maggots once we reach the destination we are to disembark Storm the Compound and find the Salarian do I make myself clear! YES BATTLEMASTER, FOR TUCHANKA, FOR CLAN URDNOT AAAAAH! That is what I like hear Rollout<br/><br/>The battle was quick but brutal the Initial bombardment had turned their first line of defense into a heap of rubble the smoke had made it impossible to see the force coming their war all they could do was hear the sounds of the Engines and then a loud boom when the main gate flew wide open and the Warriors of Clan Urdnot Overwhelmed their opponents Fighting was fierce with close quarter combat and grenades being thrown everywhere but in the end 500 Urdnot soldiers laid dead while the 800 of Clan weyrloc laid dead while 300 were captured.<br/>When they found Maelon some krogans started fighting over who found him first but after that was out of the way Maelon was Sent to Warlord Torg.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Warlord Torgs forces""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">60.000 Krogan Troopers<br/>480 vehicles, 30,000 troops<br/>74 Artillery pieces, 2500 troops<br/>68 gunship's</div></div></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Warlord Torg's Personal Tomkah</span><br/>Torg and Maelon were sitting in front of each other the salarian was mostly torn up by having to leave his research but otherwise he was fine<br/>Torg pushes a few buttons and a Holographic projection of Urdnot Wreav Appears<br/>""This is Maelon he is the Salarian Scientist working on a cure for Clan weyrloc"" Urdnot Wreav looks him over then says ""Maelon is it you will work for us now you will be given every resource at our disposal or you will die but since you already started i'm thinking you will take the first the only reason you didn't come to us in the first place was because you thought me and Wrex was were alike but unlike him I'm not afraid to do what is right""<br/>Maelon looked a little better hearing that he could continue his work ""I thank you Urdnot Wreav what we did to you're people was inexcusable I hope you will forgive us by letting me cure the Genopaghe?""<br/>""you will go down in history as the Salarian that saved the krogan race Torg you will take him to To these coordinates you will be the only one that knows where he will be did you bring his research?<br/>""It's being packed and shipped as we speak I will have it delivered to our camp then further shipped to the coordinates specified""<br/>""Very good and Congratulations on the great victory over Clan Weyrloc Warlord""<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Month 2""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">+1 Shipyard 50<br/>+1 Small Spaceport 80</div></div></div>"
17327,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=50,2014-12-30T12:20:00,Nuxipal,"<div align=""center"">Triarch Aleena<br/>Bridge of the <span style=""font-style: italic"">Mercy of Illium</span><br/>Tasale System, Crescent Nebula<br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://img2.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20120326173307/masseffect/images/9/9d/WA_DestinyAscension.png""/></div><br/><br/>""Triarch Aleena, welcome to the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Mercy</span>it is our largest ship, though I have noticed that Triarch Shiala had ordered another Dreadnought. There are several other ships we need, but if we are to be a force that even the Citadel doesn't wish to attack, we need more Dreadnoughts."" Lexa T'Vels, Fleet Admiral of Illium stated. Triarch Aleena had a datapad with her and was moving things around the screen. ""I understand. That's why two more dreadnoughts will be started immediately. Ten more Light Cruisers will be added to the construction orders as well. We need to shore up the smaller ships to support the Dreadnoughts.""<br/><br/>Looking over the sudden influx of funds into the construction yards Lexa smiled. ""Thank you Triarch, I see you are devoted to building a stronger military for Illium, but I must ask. Why?"" Aleena looked straight towards her, ""Someone killed my only friend left alive and I will see to it that they die a cursed death."""
17328,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=50,2014-12-30T12:39:00,Kinistian,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Apex Ind||Illium||CEO Henry Clinton</span></span></div><br/><br/>Mr.Clinton walked solemnly out of the Illium vessel and looked all around the bustling city around him.""Marvelous""he commented to himself as got into the transport that was waiting for him to get on. The Human male stepped inside the shuttle and took his seat. He then got some sound wave headphones and put them on his head so he could listen to so good old classic rock music.<br/><br/>He had his eyes shut most of the time as he listened to his playlists until and felt the shuttle coming to a stop. He excited the shuttle and checked into his hotel room witch had a very fantastic view of the city.<br/><br/>The CEO grabbed the biggest chair he could find and place it so he was facing the large glass windows,looking down at the hustle and bustle of the every day man's life. While admiring the excellent view,Mr.Clinton sent the messages to House Fennec and the Triarchy that he was here.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Month2""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Income plus Element Zero bonus:355<br/>1 Industrial Complex-15(+5)<br/>1 Major Industrial Complex-40(+15)<br/>1 Shipyard-50(+15)<br/>1 Small Space port-80(+72)<br/>3 Mining Ships-150(+30)<br/>1 Escort Carrier-20<br/>Next Months Income:292</div></div></div>"
17329,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=50,2014-12-30T13:56:00,Seno Zhou Varada,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Chalkhos, Sigurd's Cradle</span></span></span><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">... Month 2</span></span><br/><br/>After the first profits had came in the credit snowball would come. Ah snowballing, once it starts getting bigger it keeps going until no snow is left. But now instead of snow which would be melted in this eternal heat these were credits which don't melt... most of the time. After the real initial success of the colony many more people and corporations were interested in moving into Chalkhos and setting up shops or industry on the planet. Of course to run them indentured servants would be used by many and they would need a place or of course places to stay. So an urban area would be set up so the servants could live near their jobs and more businesses could be set up and taxed. But also in a lucky reveal more mineral wealth was discovered on the hot house of a planet and 2 major mining complexes would be in the works for a month.<br/><br/>Within the government however it was becoming clear a special operations group would be needed for security of the government and various projects. The members would take a good few months to find and an elite operative to lead them would be even harder to find and get to join on but it could be done. Luckily around this time some of the ships were getting finished namely the assault landers which were going to be put in reserves. Illium also seemed to be a good prospect for trading as it was their lifeblood as the city between the Terminus and Citadel space. So a message for trading was sent to the Illium trade council for a meeting between a representative of Saer Kalo and whoever they chose of course. The representative would also bring the products and chemical make-up of the drugs and their genetic modifications.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To Illium Trade Council<br/>From the independent human colony of Saer Kalo<br/><br/>Hello,<br/> The colony of Saer Kalo and it's current corporations have noticed growing profits in our colony and with this vast increase in products we would like to open up trade in your vast markets. What we wish to be selling is various types of drugs and entertainment products and a few of our corporations will bring indentured servants from time to time but our representative will explain more if you allow him to speak about a trading relationship.<br/><br/>Good Day</blockquote><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Month 2""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">177 credits<br/><br/>- 100, Urban area<br/>- 60, 2 major mining complexes<br/><br/>- 8, elite specialist (stealth training, CCS, Electronic Warfare, elite)<br/>- 6, spec-ops team (elite)<br/><br/>3 credits remaining</div></div></div>"
17330,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=50,2014-12-30T15:07:00,Marzarbul,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Tuchanka, Outer Wastes<br/>Clan Jekrax Stronghold</span></span></div><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""https://encrypted-tbn3.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcTa_UiL2ekG3aEBwSItPzI-0wI_l0RGlmU7JLiW3tQi36gHRbu_6Q""/></div><br/>""YOU SPINELESS PYJAK! I INVOKE THE RITE OF CHALLENGE!"" The final roar echoed throughout the ruinous structure as hundreds of males began to growl and stomp in a deafening cacophony. This structure, once a school or meeting hall at one time was now the headquarters of Clan Jekrax and housed over forty thousand seasoned warriors along with fifteen thousand females. In its vehicles bays it contained one hundred and fifteen Tomkahs and several hundred crates of various types of weaponry that had recently been delivered by House Fennec smugglers. While not an impressive amount it was compensated with the alliance they had made with recently with Clan Weyrloc and Clan Gatatog. One of which had recently requested their aid and was summarily destroyed in little over two hours. The rapid assault was unprecedented in scope giving little to no warning of its build up or attack. Some claimed over one hundred thousand Krogan had led the charge against House Weyrloc while others purported it was two hundred thousand. Such mass wave attrition based attacks had not been done since the start of the Genophage and for good reason. With Krogan numbers being so low every Krogan was needed in order to maintain a viable population size. The fact that Clan Urdnot had sent its troops in with such abandon meant that they either had the numbers or lacked the brains needed to conduct a military campaign. However, what was of most concern to all Clans on Tuchanka was the demand by Clan Urdnot that all should kneel and swear fealty to him. Such a demand caused great debates among the clans and this challenge was in response to that order. A battlemaster by the name of Bragore thought that Clan Jekrax should bend the knee and join up with what appeared to be the strongest Clan to further the name of Clan Jekrax. Bragore was an experienced battlemaster that had seen action under various mercenary companies during his youth and fought for several more on Tuchanka. He commanded the respect of over two hundred Krogan and was known for his love of broad-axe and shotgun. The Salarians gave him the code name ""Whirl-a-Gig"" due to his proclivity for jumping into the midst of enemy formations while repeatedly swinging his axe in a 360 degree arc. A noted warrior and a respected battlemaster this 'Bragore' was one of the top contenders for the title of Warlord of Clan Jekrax. So as he waited for his challenge to be accepted he grabbed his axe from its sling on its back a took a large swig of his own personal canteen of ryncol.<br/><br/>As he finished the last drop of the burning brown liquid the once raucous room had become silent and staring down from the second floor was a Krogan of immense size holding in one hand a steel barrel of some sort and the other a claymore made from junkyard scrap. Lifting the barrel in one clean motion he raised back his head and began to empty the contents of the barrel into his mouth in rapid fashion. After several minutes the barrel was emptied and with a roar he hurled the barrel down over the railing one handed screaming in defiance, ""THE RITE OF CHALLENGE IS ACCEPTED!"" Standing several feet behind him the Clan's shaman strode to Taxxa's left with a bone staff in his hand. Holding up his hands into the air the Clan's chief stated, ""With the Rite of Challenge being accepted the two combatants shall face each other in the pit with naught but their fists and their heads. To the winner shall go the title of Warlord and to the loser shall go the disgrace of defeat. Let the Rite commence!"" The Clan roared its agreement as the two Krogan headed towards the Varren pit with weapons in hand. Both Krogan were swaggering as they made their way slowly to the pit. As they neared the sunken hole many Krogan could see the huge discrepancy in height between the two. While Bragore was slightly around 8 feet in height his opponent was easily somewhere around 10 feet. So as the two dropped their weapons and lowered themselves into the pit many of the Krogan began to place bets on to who would win the upcoming brawl. Soon circles began to form around several figures who held paper notes ,in lieu of credits, in the air and were screaming the odds in chaotic fashion to the uproarious crowds surrounding them. The two Krogan in the rectangular, dirt pit faced off against the other on opposite sides with their heads leaning out and spittle flying wildly. ""I WILL CRUSH YOU INTO THE GROUND YOU INSIGNIFICANT PYJAK,"" roared Bragore as he clenched his fists and began to stamp his feet into the rocky clay. ""NUFF TALKING. MORE FIGHTING,"" yelled back Taxxa as he slowly crouched down into a ramming position with his assuming a runners position with one arm in front of the other.<br/><br/>The crowd then turned away from the bookies and began to surround the pit as the shaman reached the edge of the newly created arena. Raising his staff and in a gruff tone he roared, ""LET THE RITE COMMENCE!"" As the last notes of his his voice echoed around the vast structure the two Krogans thundered into action. Taxxa was the first into the fray as he charged forward with his head lowered and his arms pumping at his side as he rocketed the few feet between in seconds. Bragore simply braced for the impact as best he could with his arms outstretched and his head lowered to receive the charge. With a huge crack Taxxa slammed his skull onto his opponents head and roared as Bragore flew several feet backwards into the compacted clay wall with a dazed look. Shaking his head in the vain attempt of lessening the spinning of the pit around him Bragore pushed himself from the wall and threw a savage left hook at Taxxa. The blow took Taxxa by surprise and took him squarely in the jaw forcing him to stumble slightly to the right. Gaining back some momentum Bragore attempted to follow that hit up with a sloppy uppercut with his right though Taxxa would dodge the blow by leaping backwards. This would throw Bragore slightly off balance as the expected impact of his fist never came. Taxxa would then charge forward again as he had down before but this time he tackled Bragore's mid section and slammed him down into the rocky clay.<br/><br/>At this point the fight became a jumbled mess of biting, punching, and wrestling as the two squirmed with one another in the attempt to gain a position of strength. It was this fighting that would favor Bragore as his stockier build and years of melee experience would allow him to negate Taxxa's advantage of range due to height. With repeated knees to the gut and a few well placed elbow strikes to the face Bragore sat astride Taxxa and proceeded to strike him repeatedly in the face. Left, right, left right. Each blow landed with thunderous applause as the crowd cheered in what appeared to be a victory for Bragore. Those who supported Taxxa hurled vitriol down to Taxxa in order to shame him into some action that would see their pockets filled rather than emptied in a few moments. In response to the crowd Bragore lifted his two fists in the air in preparation for the final blow. It was at this point that a bloodied Taxxa would slam his head directly into Bragores chest knocking the wind out of him and causing him to lower his hands to his chest. Taxxa then grabbed Bragore and hurled him off with a savage twist to his right. In the same motion he rose up and strode towards the heaving Bragore laying prostrate on the ground. With a blood curdling scream Taxxa proceeded to stomp, smash, and trample the prone Bragore with abandon as the onlookers proceeded to chant his name. ""Taxxa, Taxxa, Taxxa..."" they yelled with each repeatition getting a little bit louder until at the very end of the crescendo the sound of violence ended and the bloodied pulp that was Bragore was not moving anymore. The only indication that Bragore was still living was the slight heaving of his chest and the sporadic twitching of his left leg. Taxxa glanced at the prone Bragore and with a slight sneer stated, ""Clan Jekrax bows before no one."" He then scrambled up the sides of the pit and was helped out by a crowd of adoring Krogan still chanting his name with fervor. Several of these Krogans gave him hearty slaps on the back and snarls of approval. It was at this point the bookies proceeded to collect their debts and spread around the pool to the winners. This was not the first challenge that Taxxa had won and it would not be his last. Hobbling back to his quarters on the second floor Taxxa grumbled something about needing more barrels of ryncol. The Rite of Challenge was completed and as several Krogan lifted the unconscious body of Bragore from the pit the Clan's shaman nodded towards the recovery crew allowing them to take Bragore to the medical station for treatment. He was a worthy opponent and a good fighter. He would continue to be both for Clan Jekrax.<br/><br/>Several hours after the fight Taxxa was nursing a major headache as he laid down on his cot in haphazard fashion with puddles of ryncol pooling around him. ""Warlord Taxxa,"" grunted a nearby guard, ""a messenger has arrived from Clan Hoskar and Clan Forsan. Should I allow the scum to approach your quarters?"" Groaning with discomfort from both the ryncol and the pounding he took by Bragore he nodded his assent and tried to sit up in some threatening manner. It would not look good for a Warlord to look weak to his opponents messengers even though he had little to fear from that coward Panaki and the elderly Trand. Then in walked four heavily armored Krogan in emerald and gold. Emerald represented Clan Hoskar and the gold was of Clan Forsan. They were all armed with similar weaponry that looked almost exactly like the recent shipment they had purchased from the humans. ""Greetings Warlord Taxxa of Clan Jekrax. We represent those Warlords who refuse to bow to the fools of Clan Urdnot. We have come to Clan Jekrax to offer something that we have not offered the other minor clans. A joint partnership with Clan Hoskar and Forsan. You will have full command of your troops and those of your sub vassals and will be informed of our troop movements against Clan Urdnot. Thus if you desire to join in a battle it will be at your own discretion and you will be forced into nothing. What say you Warlord Taxxa?"" His head was pounding as he tried to think out what was being said. Something about an alliance and fighting against Clan Urdnot. Out of the shadows of the room a Krogan in the dark purple of Jekrax with a missing eye grumbled, ""Warlord Taxxa accepts this offer and will send a detachment of scouts in the morning to asses the defenses of a Clan Urdnot ally in the area."" The messengers nodded their understanding and with a dull thud they slammed their fists against their chest and left the small spartan like room. Battlemaster Torak then took a knee next to his Warlord. Taxxa just waved him forwards with a grunt and Torak simply nodding as he left the room and set up the scouting party. Not to mention they would need to establish secure lines of communication and supply between their new allies. ""The Triumvirate of Tuchanka"" whispered Battlemaster Torak as he descended the stairway. Hopefully this would slow down the juggernaut that was Clan Urdnot."
17331,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=50,2014-12-30T16:26:00,The Orson Empire,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Turian Hierarchy- Month 2</span></span></div><br/><br/>Primarch Fedorian visited the various planets that were in the Hierarchy in order to inspect them and make sure they were up to Turian standards. He was quite pleased with what he saw. The standard of living was excellent, as usual, and the Turian's militaristic society was maintained.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, infrastructure was being built on two other planets (Aephus and Digeris), while the 20 infantry divisions and the new Spectre were still in training on Palaven. After the Primarch returned the Palaven, he had decided to focus a bit more on the navy this month, as well as infrastructure in order to increase how much money the Turians were making. The next great expansion of the military would come next month. Hopefully by then, the final preparations for the invasion could be made. Fedorian did not want to delay this invasion any longer than was necessary, as he wanted the Geth to have little time to prepare.<br/><br/>The first shipments of weapons, such as rifles, artillery, etc. had begun arriving on Tuchanka. The Turians used the battlestations in orbit around the planet that they manned to smuggle the weapons in. However, Turians that were already deployed on the planet's surface had reported about a battle between Clan Urdnot and Clan Weyrloc. Fedorian saw this as an opportunity to send in more Turian forces and allow them to gain some combat experience, but he was too late- the battle was apparently over.<br/><br/>Nevertheless, the Primarch still sent out a to Urdnot Wrex:<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Urdnot Wrex<br/>From: Primarch Fedorian, Turian Heirarchy<br/><br/>Turian soldiers deployed on Tuchanka have reported about a battle between Clan Urdnot and Clan Weyrloc. Do you need any assistance?</blockquote><br/><hr/><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Month 2</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Total Credits: 532</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Palaven:</span><br/>1 Spectre [Buildtime- 2 months left]<br/>20 infantry divisions (600,000 soldiers) [Buildtime- 1 month left]<br/>1 urban area [cost- 100 credits][45 credits/month]<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Aephus:</span><br/>4 destroyers [cost-66 credits][buildtime- 2.6 months left]<br/>1 urban area [cost- 100 credits][45 credits/month]<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Digeris:</span><br/>1 urban area [cost- 100 credits][45 credits/month]<br/>10 frigates [cost-110 credits][buildtime- 1.5 months left]<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Gellix:</span><br/>1 fuel depot [cost- 15 credits][5 credits/month]<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Credits Spent:</span> 491<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Credits leftover:</span> 41<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Credits garnered/month:</span></span> 665</blockquote>"
17332,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=50,2014-12-30T17:05:00,The corporate states of Astavar,"<blockquote class=""uncited""><div>To: Urdnot Wrex<br/>From: Primarch Fedorian, Turian Heirarchy<br/><br/>Turian soldiers deployed on Tuchanka have reported about a battle between Clan Urdnot and Clan Weyrloc. Do you need any assistance?</div></blockquote><br/><br/>From: Urdnot Wreav<br/>""Nothing to worry about Weyrloc is a small clan and they have been assimilated we just had to put them in their place and Turian Soldiers on Tuchanka I can't Guarantee their Safety since aknowleging my Affiliation with the Turian Hierarchy might put my position in danger my troopers aren't so fond of Turians as you probably are aware but if things turn bad I might call on you""<br/>Wreav trying to stay as polite as possible since he needs them"
17333,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=50,2014-12-30T17:31:00,Segmentia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">---Citadel---</span><br/><blockquote><div><cite>The Orson Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324974&amp;p=22957304#p22957304"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Hello Tevos,"" he said. ""Come on in. What did you need to talk about?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Tevos frowned as she walked into the office. She had been a Councilor a decent time before Sparatus was one, so she knew the Turian well and thus was allowed to be rather blunt with him. She stood before him a few feet away, hand's clasped behind her back and standing tall with all the grace she could muster from her hundreds of years in the political elite, looking right into the Turian's eyes. ""Why are the Turian's undertaking a massive military build up, Sparatus? Don't try to deny it either, Turian's aren't known for the subtlety. We should have been informed of this!"" She said in a rather icy, but professional tone, more like a mother scolding a child.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">---Citadel---</span><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Elcor""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Asari Ambassador<br/>From: Ambassador Zaltan of the Elcor Courts<br/><br/>Our most humbled greetings to the Asari Republics. I speak for all Elcors when I say, we have not forgot the Asari's part in helping us joining the Intergalatic community, which we are infinitely proud to be a part of. The Elcor has since played a small, but nonetheless, important part in contributing to the Council and to the world. Now once again the Asari Republics has a chance to help our people.<br/><br/>In light of the recent attack on the Citadel, the Elcor has come to believe that the passiveness in our past policies can no longer benefit the Elcor people. For the first time in history, we are ready to take preemptive action to expand Elcor's, and by extension the Council's influence in the galaxy. But to do this, our people require a place to take root and to grow. We need a new world to colonize. But as you may understand, for our people to thrive we require a planet with highly specific conditions, the type which the Council may not currently possess. In response, High Elder Makani- leader of the Elcor Courts, has recently put up a plan for an expedition to find new world for our people.<br/><br/>This colony is a chance for both the Elcor and the Council to grow into something more powerful. We are ready to arrange talks with your representatives at your convenience.<br/><br/>Our most gracious thanks</blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Ambassador Zaltan of the Elcor Courts<br/>From: Office of Councilor Tevos<br/><br/>Councilor Tevos is currently busy attending meetings. However if you wish to discuss this rather radical shift in the Elcor you are free to do so. Attached to this file are the times she has available for meetings for the next week. We are certain the Republic will be more then happy to aid our long lasting friends.</blockquote>"
17334,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=50,2014-12-30T17:42:00,The Orson Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Segmentia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324974&amp;p=22966907#p22966907"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">---Citadel---</span><br/><blockquote><div><cite>The Orson Empire <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324974&amp;p=22957304#p22957304"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Hello Tevos,"" he said. ""Come on in. What did you need to talk about?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Tevos frowned as she walked into the office. She had been a Councilor a decent time before Sparatus was one, so she knew the Turian well and thus was allowed to be rather blunt with him. She stood before him a few feet away, hand's clasped behind her back and standing tall with all the grace she could muster from her hundreds of years in the political elite, looking right into the Turian's eyes. ""Why are the Turian's undertaking a massive military build up, Sparatus? Don't try to deny it either, Turian's aren't known for the subtlety. We should have been informed of this!"" She said in a rather icy, but professional tone, more like a mother scolding a child.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">---Citadel---</span><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Elcor""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Asari Ambassador<br/>From: Ambassador Zaltan of the Elcor Courts<br/><br/>Our most humbled greetings to the Asari Republics. I speak for all Elcors when I say, we have not forgot the Asari's part in helping us joining the Intergalatic community, which we are infinitely proud to be a part of. The Elcor has since played a small, but nonetheless, important part in contributing to the Council and to the world. Now once again the Asari Republics has a chance to help our people.<br/><br/>In light of the recent attack on the Citadel, the Elcor has come to believe that the passiveness in our past policies can no longer benefit the Elcor people. For the first time in history, we are ready to take preemptive action to expand Elcor's, and by extension the Council's influence in the galaxy. But to do this, our people require a place to take root and to grow. We need a new world to colonize. But as you may understand, for our people to thrive we require a planet with highly specific conditions, the type which the Council may not currently possess. In response, High Elder Makani- leader of the Elcor Courts, has recently put up a plan for an expedition to find new world for our people.<br/><br/>This colony is a chance for both the Elcor and the Council to grow into something more powerful. We are ready to arrange talks with your representatives at your convenience.<br/><br/>Our most gracious thanks</blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Ambassador Zaltan of the Elcor Courts<br/>From: Office of Councilor Tevos<br/><br/>Councilor Tevos is currently busy attending meetings. However if you wish to discuss this rather radical shift in the Elcor you are free to do so. Attached to this file are the times she has available for meetings for the next week. We are certain the Republic will be more then happy to aid our long lasting friends.</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Citadel, Serpent Nebula</span></span></div><br/><br/>Sparatus closed the door to his office and listened as the Asari questioned him. When she was done, Sparatus then realized that this was the first time he had even been questioned about this military buildup. Nevertheless, he knew he could not betray Fedorian.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">I promise, Fedorian and his crazy plans are going to get me fired from this job one day</span>, Sparatus thought. He knew he would have to make something up.<br/><br/>""The Turian's are simply trying to rebuild what we lost during the Battle of the Citadel,"" Sparatus replied. ""The Primarch, however, wants to go above and beyond to uhhh...make sure a situation like that never happens again."""
17335,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=50,2014-12-30T18:31:00,Marzarbul,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><br/>OPERATION VARUS</span></span></div><br/><div align=""center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://extranet.statuswidmo.pl/images/2014032700531491.jpg""/></div><br/><div align=""center""><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Location Classified""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Palaven, Cipritine<br/>Main Spaceport</span></div></div></div></div><br/><br/>""A book tour huh,"" inquired the Turian Customs agent suspiciously as he glanced up and down at his newest irritation that day. ""Yes sir, in fact if you would like I can provide you with a signed copy, "" quipped the Salarian standing before him dressed in a dark brown tweed suit. A suit that he had recently purchased during his Systems Alliance portion of the tour on at a bespoke tailor on Earth. It had cost him a pretty credit but one could not skimp on style when one was a famous Salarian book writer. Giving the Salarian a quizzical look he watched as the stick like figure began to rummage in a large leather satchel and in moments he pulled out a data pad and in one fluid moment pulled up his book on the data pad's display. ""And to who should I make this out to?"" The Turian was caught slightly off guard by this action but his demeanor hardly showed it as he said, ""Make it out to my wife Baetina. She always enjoys reading a good book. Though I did not ask what kind of book you have written Mr.?"" ""Kirrahe. The book if you are interested to learn about my good sir is a study of Salarian military tactics during the Rachni Wars. It focuses mainly during the time period before Turian and Krogan involvement. It is a riveting read that I hope both you and your wife enjoy reading."" At this last statement he gave a slight wink to the agent and sent a digital copy to the Turian with his signature on it. Giving a smug expression the Turian then pressed several keys on the monitor in front of him and Kirrahe entered the next portion of the security process. Nodding his head in appreciation towards the Turian the Salarian proceeded past the checkpoint whistling an old Salarian nursery rhyme as he surveyed his surroundings. So far, so good, he thought as he straightened his gold tie. He could not understand why he had to wear such an article of clothing around his neck but the human tailor had assured him that the suit would be incomplete without it. Fiddling with the tie he glanced to his left towards a reflective steel pillar and was able to glimpse some smudge of a figure following ten feet behind him. Damn it. He had thought that the cover story created by STG would have been sufficient to get him through at least the first three check points. They had spent a small fortune in falsifying his documents, creating fake itineraries, fabricating various stories by several reputable news outlets, and hell they even wrote and published an actual book! It wasn't half bad of a book either according to several critics on Sur'Kesh and Earth. To already have a follower at this early of a stage was something that he was not prepared for. Nearing the next checkpoint he slowly tightened his grip on the satchel to his side and prepared to make a run for the nearby janitorial corridor to his left. ""Sir, sir. Excuse me sir?"" The voice behind him seemed to be of a Turian. Male. Around the age of twenty to thirty galactic years old. Turning around slowly he prepared himself for a gun to the face or a dour faced army officer. Instead he was greeted by a grinning Turian with a data pad in hand. ""I couldn't help but overhear at the check point that you are the author of How the Salarians Held the Line Against the Rachni. I just wanted to say that I greatly enjoyed your book and wanted to ask if I could get you to sign my copy and perhaps take a picture?"" If Salarians could sweat Kirrahe would have been drenched as he mentally decompressed his fears and anxieties away. Giving a playful grin he stated, ""Of course I can give you a signed copy sir."" With a small scribble he signed the Turians data pad and the two posed as a fellow traveler took a picture of the two. With the picture complete the Salarian gave a toothy smile and proceeded towards the next check point. It was at this point he felt some sort of metal encase his left wrist and a slight click sound. Looking down at his wrist he was greeted by a metal band that locked him in place. attached to the other band was the adoring Turian fan. ""While I did enjoy your book sir. I am going to have to ask you to come with me as you have been selected for a random security screening.""<br/><br/>""Bugger me,"" whispered Kirrahe. One hour on the planet and he was already being courted by Turian security.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Illium, Nos Astra, Eternity Lounge</span></div><br/>""I am always ready my sweet Asari commando. Wherever your heart leads I shall follow as your devoted servant. Your Pancho to your Don Quixote, your Lancelot to your King Arthur, your..."" It was at this last profession that the Asari glowered slightly at the impetuous Salarian spectre. ""Got it. To the mission at hand then."" Following his companion Asari he took three great gulps of some sort of Asari liquor and proceeded to throw the empty glass towards the nearest waitress. Pulling out his omni-tool he finished the last security wipe making sure that no one would be able to know the two were there. Pressing several of the buttons in rapid succession he proceeded to surf the extranet in order to gain as much information on this Liara T'soni. Walking down the narrow corridors outside of the lounge the Salarian walked side by side with Tela Vasir. Giving her for the first time that night a serious expression he asked ""So what is our next move?"""
17336,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=50,2014-12-30T19:20:00,Greater Istanistan,"COUNCIL OF MINISTERS, FORTRESS OF JUSTIFIABLE ARROGANCE<br/><br/>KHAR’SHAN<br/><br/>Standing in the midst of a steadily scrolling wall of holographic numbers – most of them red – the Minister of the Economy, Garh’Ahal, Archon Shek Batar (Caste of the Illuminated Hierophant), delivered what was probably his political death sentence to the pack of greedy and ambitious little pyjaks known as his colleagues. Unless, of course, it happened to work. And it could.<br/><br/>“Fellow enlightened ministers,” he began, weary voice crackling slightly in the dry air. “As fellow heritors of the Sublime Reaches of the Caste Tree, as laid down in the Fourth Pillar, I hereby invoke the Seventeenth Protocol of Honesty. Let all words be thrice truthful and sublimely real as befits the Commandments of the Fourth Prophet of the Fourth Age who laid down these divine laws as directed by our Supreme Guide. Let all reckonings be honest and honourable.”<br/><br/>The Seventeenth Protocol was, in his own opinion, a masterstroke. Bastards would have to be straight with him.<br/><br/>“With that in mind, let us begin. As Minister of the Economy, I have grave news to impart to you. Brace yourselves, for it is not good. In short, the economy is nearing collapse. Our currency is constantly hyperinflating, driven by huge-scale hoarding of resources. Reserves of Citadel-issue credits are all but depleted. Trade is plummeting, and the Terminus is no longer enough to fuel our stagnant markets. Cash circulation is at an all-time low, as the noble castes are too afraid to invest. Capital gains are minimal at best. Although in real terms the GDP is slowly growing at a completely unacceptably low – but noticeable – rate, as soon as one adjusts for inflation one realizes that it’s constantly contracting. In-work poverty rates are ludicrously high. And although all citizens are allocated jobs, functional unemployment – where people have work but produce no capital – is at almost 30%.<br/><br/>Slave revolts are increasing in quantity because nobody can feed them, and as a result of the miserable economic climate birth rates are approaching zero. Almost half of the Hegemony’s population is made up of slaves, while the cities are full of youth with no work being paid pointless welfare cheques worth absolutely nothing by the government. The quiescent plebeians and their inferiors grow restive, and there is only one way that this fiscal climate can lead us. My colleague, the Minister of State Security, has passed on reports. Liberalism and – worse – egalitarianism - are increasingly popular, considering that in the eyes of the average citizen the Hegemony, product of God’s Final Revelation, is non-functional.<br/><br/>In short, unless we fix our economy within the near future, we can expect insurrection, social warfare, and collapse within the space of our lifetimes.”<br/><br/>Silence reigned over the table. The other ministers simply stared. It was, of course, something that they knew. But telling it to them made it true for them.<br/><br/>Sitting on the opposite side of the table, Dahn’Esel, Minister of Welfare and Entitlement, asked the question on everyone’s mind.<br/><br/>“And what, Honoured Minister, do you intend to do in order to remedy this situation?”<br/><br/>Here was the truly tricky part.<br/><br/>“We get a development loan from the Asari.”<br/><br/>Dead silence. Complete, absolute, total silence. Not a word was said. Bravely, the Minister pushed onwards.<br/><br/>“To be frank, at this point the Batarian State Credit is, as a currency, completely worthless. No corporation would accept any payments in it because it will instantly devaluate. No workers would fully accept it for the same reasons. If we are to pay for anything, we’ll need to do it in a stable and trustworthy currency. That would be Citadel-issued Standard Credits. The bankers of Irune and Thessia are a cautious bunch and keep it rock-steady. Regretfully, at this point it’s the only thing worth using.<br/>The Salarians know too much about us and would never send us a loan. The Turians don’t know enough about us and hate us for it. Humans know nothing about anything and detest everyone. The Asari, though, are reasonable. They would, given the right incentives, be willing to cut a deal. And with that deal, we could fix our nation.<br/>With the acquisition of Citadel currency, a trustworthy financial source, we could engage in a huge series of public works projects. With such a monumental cash injection which would travel directly into stimulus, we could restore popular confidence, reduce in-work unemployment, forcibly grow the economy, and ultimately stabilize the BSC. The government’s total revenue would skyrocket, leaving us in a perfect state to pay back our loan – plus interest – within a month.”<br/><br/>He paused.<br/><br/>“Short of an Asari loan, I can’t think of a single method of revitalizing our economy and saving the Hegemony.”<br/><br/>“Are you insane?”<br/><br/>The response came, predictably enough, from Canth’Eshor, Minister for War.<br/><br/>“Our military should be the target of reform and capital, not some silly ventures with Asari creds and heathens. We’ve never recovered from the losses we sustained during the Blitz – we don’t have any armoured units, our infantry is pathetically small, there are no transport ships, and no carriers. Almost all our troops are slaves or raw recruits. Our planetary defense grids are worthless and have been pillaged for scrap by low-caste scum. All it would take would be for the Turians to notice our weakness and the Sublime Union would be destroyed. Capital injections are worthless when our very existence and our entire holy mission is under threat of destruction.”<br/><br/>That opened the floodgates for a huge wave of argumentative bickering. Within moments, the Ministers were in a state of utter chaos, hurling epithets and insults. Bound by the Seventeenth Protocol, they were required – and, in fact, psychologically conditioned – to say exactly what they thought about each other as clearly as possible. Insults ranged from the political – handling of cases, accusations of bad will – to the personal – who slept with whose cousins, who was a Red Sand-snorting junkie, who had signed their family fortune over to an illegitimate child born to an Asari slave. Nothing would be accomplished that day. Which, in fact, fitted Garh’Ahal’s purposes perfectly. As per tradition, anything which had not been openly shut down by the Seventeenth Hour, That of Reflection, was automatically considered to be policy. And there was no real case that any other Ministers had for shutting his actions down – they had no power over the dealings of the Ministry of the Economy, regardless of what those dealings actually entailed. They could do nothing.<br/><br/>Of course, the Autarch could do something. That was his purpose, after all – providing a holistic perspective to issues. Unfortunately, the ruler matched the state of his domain. And he’d been brain-dead for over sixty years. Resting in a permanent coma, his decaying body was propped up at its traditional desk at the head of the Ministerial table, ringed by arrays of life-support machines keeping him from clinical death. As per tradition, one could not replace an Autarch. Autarchs were succeeded, not replaced. One could also never kill an Autarch, as there was no procedure for the killing of the casteless in the Pillars. So the Autarch mouldered while the Hegemony mouldered with him.<br/><br/>Not that Garh’Ahal minded, really. The Autarch would have never approved of his scheme. It wasn’t traditional. Tradition was not only a way of life, but a weapon. The average person just didn't understand that. And the Autarch never did at all.<br/><br/>At present, few Batarian corporations operated offworld. However, Gahr’Ahal owned one of them – Denarahai Industrial, a corporation which manufactured cheap omni-tools on Ilium and distributed them through Citadel Space through dozens of shell companies and front businesses. Through that, he could personally contact the Matriarch Nyxemi and through her secure a loan.<br/><br/>And, of course, he’d use one of the oldest Batarian traditions that there was to insure the success of his venture.<br/><br/>Bribery.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""SUPER DUPER TOP SECRET EXTRA HIDDEN MESSAGE, LOL""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Matriarch Alenia Nyxemi,<br/><br/>I, Gahr’Ahal, Archon Shek Batar, Heritor of the House of Ahal, and Minister of the Economy in service of the exalted Autarch, He Who Is Beyond Caste, salute you as my superior in caste and in soul. I am at your service and have both a favour to ask from and a gift to proffer for Your Majestic Self.<br/><br/>At present, the Batarian economy has entered a period of temporary difficulty caused by assorted devils, egalitarians, and wreckers who agitate beyond their stations and ultimately seek only to wreak havoc and destroy the natural order of the world, disregarding both tradition and wisdom. As a result, we find ourselves in sudden need of foreign currency in order to overcome such troubles and return to our proper and regular state of prosperity, peace, and social order. <br/><br/>The Hegemony would, as a result, be extremely grateful for a generous loan from the Asari Republics of exactly 207.5 billion Citadel Credits (OOC: 415 Credits) to be delivered immediately to the Hegemony for the purpose of economic investments, to be paid back within the span of 3 months with a compounding interest rate of 20% per month. This ensures that at the very least the Republics will make a 20% profit on the venture, enriching the economy immensely. <br/><br/>Such a loan would be immensely appreciated, and would probably spark among the Batarian populace the spontaneous elevation of Asari from the servile castes to higher levels, at which they would be free to leave the Hegemony should they wish and visit their homes. <br/><br/>As for the favour which I offered, the Sub-Ministry for Customs, Trade, and Import recently intercepted an illegally acquired Asari freighter while at market over Camala. The ship was impounded and, after investigation, was revealed to be owned by a corporation which you have a controlling stake in. Along with the completely unharmed crew, we wish to return this vessel and its total cargo to you, along with the criminals who seized it. This act is entirely without conditions and is merely a recognition of the respect which you are owed.<br/><br/>Many within our great society look favourably towards the Asari Republics. After all, every year dozens of Asari are born through unions between high-caste Archons and servile-caste Asari into the very highest levels of power within our nation, and we have a great deal of appreciation for the respect the Asari people accord towards their natural betters. Even though your race is entirely made up of infidels, you are not nearly so abhorrent as others. <br/><br/>We, the Batarian People, and I, your humble servant, salute you.<br/><br/>Minister Gahr’Ahal Shek Batar, Heritas der Ahal</div></div></div>"
17337,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=50,2014-12-30T19:51:00,The Orson Empire,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Cipritine, Palaven, Apien Crest</span></span></div><br/><br/>The Salarian STG agent thought he was secure. He thought he could make it through the checkpoints with no problems, but was he was horribly wrong. The Turian's weren't stupid or naive. They had noticed Kirrahe arrived at the Cipritine Spaceport. A Salarian was a very rare sight on Palaven, so they knew that there was something shady going on. After all, the Turian's knew that other species would want to know why they were doing this massive military buildup, and Primarch Fedorian was willing to use any means necessary to keep it a secret. After the incident that had happened at one of the processing centers in Cipritine, the identity of the man that was shot was discovered. Turns out, the man wasn't good at keeping secrets- the Turian's quickly discovered that he had been working for the STG.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">You will stall him as we prepare to bring the bastard in.</span>The Customs Agent kept rethinking the order he had been given by a Turian officer. Although he wasn't used to these kinds of situations, he knew he had to abide by the orders or face severe consequences. So, he stalled Kirrahe, talking about some book he had claimed to right about the Rachni Wars. The agent simply made up some random bullshit- as an example, he didn't even have a wife. As the agent opened the gate and the Salarian strolled past the checkpoint, the agent grinned evily.<span style=""font-style: italic"">Hook, line, and sinker</span>.<br/><br/>Now, the final part of the plan had been given the green light. A Turian security guard, dressed as a civilian, approached the Salarian, talking about the book and how he wanted a signed copy and a picture. Once this was all over with, the Turian knew this was the right time, and so he cuffed Kirrahe. The plan was now complete.<br/><br/>Kirrahe was taken to a lower level of the spaceport. Down one of the hallway were some Turian security guards wielding assault rifles. They appeared to be waiting for something.<br/><br/>""He's all yours,"" the Turian escorting Kirrahe said. He then took the cuffs off of the Salarian, allowing the security guards to grab him. The Salarian was then shoved into a metal room with only a table and some chairs in it, and the thick metal door was slammed and locked."
17338,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=50,2014-12-31T07:58:00,Eridanus 3,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Systems Alliance Command: Arcturus Space Station</span></span></div><br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 50px;"">A new day was beginning over planet Earth. Out on Arcturus, the best you could do to see a sunrise was look through one of the vacuum sealed, shielded, and heavily tinted ""sunward"" windows. It was a great and wondrous sight. It showed just how much there was out in the galaxy, how much freedom, and all of the excitement that came along with it. Yet, for those who were realists in the group, that serene picture was one tainted with blood and despair. Humanity <span style=""font-style: italic"">had</span> achieved much, but it came at a time when the human race was radically unprepared for the massive achievements it had gained. The System's Alliance had finally received the pull it needed in the Council, and it was quite understandable that the turians and the batarians were, as a group, rather livid about it. The turians were tied far too much to their traditions to in any way as a society fully accept anything new, and the batarian's history with the Alliance was always checkered at best. Only very recently had the border wars between the humans and the batarians calmed down, but tensions were still there.</span><br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 50px;"">However, it had been a while since the Alliance lost their most successful agent to the hands of god-knows-what out in the Terminus Systems. A very slim number of survivors were recovered from that wreck. You could practically list them on your hand. Vakarian, Chackwas, Alenko, Moreau, Wrex, Liara, and the Quarian all made it out alive. The Quarian needed severe first aid before she could be released from triage, Moreau had a mental break, and worst of all, humanity's beacon of hope, their light in the darkness... Was gone. With her passing came a month of slow mourning, and recently, everything became monotonous.</span><br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 50px;"">Admiral Steven Hackett was responsible for rebuilding the Systems Alliance's navy and marine units. However, the Geth had obliterated everything in the outer colonies, and those that had survived were installations that the geth had left to wither on the vine. Then the was Sovereign. It had already advanced technology so much. There was no telling what it would do now, how new discoveries would alter the face of warfare for the rest of time.</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Expenditures:<br/>+392 (Reserves)<br/>+392 (Income)<br/>-100 credits (Citadel Embassy-Citadel)<br/>-15 credits (1 Planetary Fuel Depots, Arcturus)<br/>-400 credits (Research Station, Arcturus)<br/>-30 credits (2 Planetary Fuel Depots, Eden Prime)<br/>-200 credits (2 Urban Areas, Eden Prime)<br/>-10 (Spectre Kaidan Alenko, Biotics, High Quality Armour, High Quality Weapons, Heavy Weapons, Stealth Training -6 months remaining)<br/>-30 credits (3 Anti-Orbital Missile Forces -3 months)<br/>-7 (Sapper Detachment -3 months)<br/><br/></span></span></span>0 credits remaining; + 502 credits /month.[/box]"
17339,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=50,2014-12-31T08:38:00,Nuxipal,"<div align=""center"">Triarch Selas Lismir<br/>Nos Selas, Illium<br/>Tesale System, Crescent Nebula</div><br/><br/><br/>With the Apex Industries representative in Nos Selas, a message is sent to him to come to the Triarch's residence for the meeting. She had prepared her lounge for the meeting with the Apex Industries rep. She noticed another message incoming, but passed it along to Shiala. She couldn't take all of them now. She continued ordering supplies for the colony forming on Ponolus. It needed to be upgraded to handle shipbuilding to the maximum.<br/><br/><div align=""center"">Triarch Shiala<br/>Nos Astra, Illium<br/>Tesale System, Crescent Nebula</div><br/><br/>A forwarded message hits her command board. She looked it over and smiled, a faction wished trade with Illium. She sent a reply.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To:The Independent Human Colony of Saer Kalo<br/>From: Triarch Shiala of Illium<br/><br/>I would welcome your representative to come and discuss trade relations. I have an office in Nos Astra that would serve as the location for this meeting. I look forward to meeting your representative.</blockquote><br/><br/>The next several minutes comprised of Shiala ordering things for Illium with the command board until she noticed that Aleena had already authorized starships to be built. Laughing to herself, she realized that with two former Asari Commandos in the Triarchy their military strength will increase substantially. She quickly sent orders to build up the colony worlds around the Crescent Nebula. They would need them to be producing at maximum capacity to build a military strong enough to make Illium the seat of an empire.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Month 2 Expenditure""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Month 2 Income: 723(Illium) + 491(Tarith) + 339(Helyme) + 10 (Omega Major Spaceport connection) + 60 (2 Trading Partners) + 30 Base = 1653 Credits + 1.8 Credits Remaining = <span style=""color: #00FF00"">1654.8</span> Credits<br/><br/>Illium: <br/>Level 2 Defense Guns -100<br/>Tarith:<br/>1 Urban Area -100<br/>Level 1 Defense Guns -50<br/>Helyme:<br/>2 Urban Areas -200<br/>1 Fuel Depot -15<br/>2 Major Mining Complex -60<br/>Level 1 Defense Guns -50<br/>Ponolus:<br/>2 Urban Areas -200<br/>2 fuel Depots -30<br/>5 Mining Complexes -50<br/>2 Major Mining Facilities -60<br/>1 Shipyard -50<br/>1 Small Spaceport -80<br/>3 Industrial Complexes -45<br/>1 Major Industrial Complex -40<br/>Level 1 Defense Guns -50<br/><br/>Military: <br/>Illium: 2 Dreadnoughts -180 7.8 Months<br/>1 YMIR Division -25 1.2 Months<br/>2 Asari Commando Units -16.8 2.4 Months<br/>Ponolus: 5 Light Cruisers -125 2.6 Months<br/>Tarith: 5 Light Cruisers -125 2.6 Months<br/><br/><span style=""color: #00FF00"">1.2</span> Credits Remaining<br/>Projected Month 3 Income: 723(Illium) + 597(Tarith) + 597(Helyme) + 401(Ponolus) + 30 Base + 10(Omega Major Spaceport) + 60(2 Trade partners) = <span style=""color: #00FF00"">2418</span> Credits</div></div></div>"
17340,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=50,2014-12-31T10:25:00,Chrysaor,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">The Elcor Courts</span></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Asari""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Segmentia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324974&amp;p=22966907#p22966907"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">---Citadel---</span><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Ambassador Zaltan of the Elcor Courts<br/>From: Office of Councilor Tevos<br/><br/>Councilor Tevos is currently busy attending meetings. However if you wish to discuss this rather radical shift in the Elcor you are free to do so. Attached to this file are the times she has available for meetings for the next week. We are certain the Republic will be more then happy to aid our long lasting friends.</blockquote></div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Office of Councilor Tevos<br/>From: Ambassador Zaltan of the Elcor Courts<br/><br/>Our most sincere gratitude to your speedy respond. We of course, understand that Councilor Tevos is a busy woman and would not wish to impose. We have booked a meeting with the Councilor on one of the available time slot next week. I am looking forward to discussing the matter further then.</blockquote><br/><br/>----------------------------------------------------------------------<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Office of Councilor Valern<br/>From: Ambassador Zaltan of the Elcor Courts<br/><br/>The Elcor give our greetings and our thanks to the Salarian Union. I speak for both the people and High Elder Makani when I say we are very excited about the possibility of this collaboration. With Salarian help, we can only imagine what improvements Elcor's combat VIs will achieve and how much more our soldiers will be able to contribute to The Council.<br/><br/>Enclosed in this e-mail is the time and place for our next meeting on Dekuuna where High Elder Makani will personally discuss the terms of this project with your representatives. Please include the names of personnel you will be sending to our homeworld in your reply. <br/><br/>Our most sincere gratitude.</blockquote>"
17341,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=50,2014-12-31T10:48:00,Seno Zhou Varada,"The representative who had been given permission to watch for a message back and then reply noticed the response come from one of the Triarchs of Illium. Aparently the Asari was named Shiala.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To:The Independent Human Colony of Saer Kalo<br/>From: Triarch Shiala of Illium<br/><br/>I would welcome your representative to come and discuss trade relations. I have an office in Nos Astra that would serve as the location for this meeting. I look forward to meeting your representative.</blockquote><br/><br/>Al quickly typed up a reply and ordered to have his ship prepared for takeoff.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Triarch Shiala of Illium<br/>From: Independent Human Colony of Saer Kalo<br/><br/>Excellent our representative will be on his way and their shortly.</blockquote><br/><br/>After that was done Al hurriedly walked over to one of the corvettes they allowed him to take that had been packed up with the products they would need to possibly show some people so they would be allowed to sell them. Getting into the ship with the crew and soon taking off towards Illium and the Triarch Shiala.<br/><br/>Soon enough they had arrived at the planet after at most a few boring hours a message was sent for permission to land/dock. After they were allowed to land after what might have been a slight scan Al sent a quick message saying he had arrived and was ready to talk. The sight of the city was marvelous and awe inspiring as sky cars fly all through the air and a bit of a refined neon glow emerged from the buildings."
17342,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=50,2014-12-31T12:57:00,Nuxipal,"<div align=""center"">Triarch Shiala<br/>Nos Astra, Illium<br/>Tesale System, Crescent Nebula</div><br/><br/>Shiala is told that the Saer Kalo representative had arrived in Nos Astra. She sent a message inviting him to meet with her immediately. She had prepared refreshments for the representative. She had worked with Humans in the past and knew a great deal of their customs. As a Triarch of Illium, Shiala had to use all of her skills to secure new trade agreements.<br/><br/><div align=""center"">Triarch Aleena<br/>Asari Commando Training Center, Nos Astra, Illium<br/>Tesale System, Crescent Nebula</div><br/><br/><br/>The new commando units were coming along nicely. Aleena needed them to be ready soon. She wanted to take her revenge on Urdnot Wreav before he became too powerful on Tuchanka. She would need only four Commando Units to feel comfortable in the task. Until then however, she would start overseeing the training programs personally. She turned back towards a group of recruits nearing the end of their training. They were young enough to be her daughters, if she had ever chosen to have children. Instead, Aleena had chosen not to have a family and to act as a mercenary in the Terminus. It wasn't too late for her if she chose to still have children. Any children she had would surely be put into a position of power on Illium within the next couple of centuries."
17343,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=50,2014-12-31T13:44:00,Illan,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Search, Salvage, and Rescue of the Merchant Vessel ""Quivis""</span></span></span><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">&gt;&gt;&gt;Marine Squad Khela-7, Commanded by Captain Kor'Zalis&lt;&lt;&lt; <br/> &gt;&gt;Planet Aite, Roughly 8:30 P.M. Planetside&lt;&lt; </span></div><br/><hr/><br/><br/>The shuttle landed hummed downward towards the source of the huge cloud of black smoke ascending into the atmosphere of Aite. The five Quarians on board; the Captain, a Corporal, a Sergeant, another Sergeant, and the Pilot. All were a bit nervous about the size of this crash, even Kor was, even though it was something he had certainly seen before. But seeing a vessel this large, the smoke arising from it, and knowing it was of your own kin was downright....harrowing. They didn't know how many were on board, or how many had survived. If any did.<br/><br/>The shuttle touched down in an open area amidst the smoking metals and scrap, immediately running scans on the crash site. This shuttle was not like the staple Kodiak shuttles the Systems Alliance and other human organizations use; it was of Quarian design, uniquely enough. Featuring a rounder shape than the Kodiak and a wider area for the pilot to function, this shuttle was rarer than the Kodiak models, but incredibly maneuverable. It's weaponry included machine guns mounted at the side doors, like its human counterparts, but also a separate arc round cannon, able to shut down mechanical machines that are weak enough, and deal some damage all it's own, courtesy of a Special Projects development a number of years back.<br/><br/>""Captain, scans are offline. Electrical interference and the smoke from the crash are interfering with all groundside scanners."" The pilot said with a trained and only-slightly annoyed tone from the cockpit, all while a haptic interface dashboard flashed in Khelish exclaiming something along the lines of ""Unavailable"" to his side.<br/><br/>""Going in blind then, Captain? Nothing we haven't done before, right?"" The Corporal said, looking at Zalis through a white mask.<br/><br/>""It seems so. Let's get moving, if there are any survivors amidst this, they'll want safety as soon as possible."" Kor stated, heaving a side door of the shuttle open. ""Everyone remember, the score stays the same. Lives over material, save everyone that is alive. Salvage is secondary."" The Captain commanded, attaching his Sabre to the magnetic grips on his back, and jumping a small drop onto the dusty and smoky ground of the crash site. These suits were a damn good thing sometimes.<br/><br/>The rest of the squad followed suit, all keeping weapons holstered until needed. A very brief static bellowed from their in-helmet communicators, followed by a slightly interfered voice of the Quarian pilot.<br/><br/>""Captain, I'm taking back to hovering the crash site. I'll try to bring the scanners back online and search for life signs. I'll keep in touch as well as possible."" The pilot stated with an affirmative tone, before the brief whooshing sound of the shuttle taking further flight over the wreckage graced them.<br/><br/>""Copy that, we'll be listening."" Kor responded, motioning forward with two fingers to begin combing the site. They entered an airlock of the ship; half stuck-open with spasming electronics causing it to continually try to close, but remaining stuck on a pillar of metal lodged through it. The team of four entered there, beginning their rescue mission.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Cil'Quinil nar Kunitch, a young Quarian travelling on Pilgrimage.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Current Location:</span> The Freezing Side of Suen, in the Maskim Xul System.<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">&gt;&gt;&gt;STATUS UNKNOWN&lt;&lt;&lt;</span></span></div><br/><br/>It was cold. Very, very cold.<br/><br/>The young Quarian, just now awakening from an unconsciousness not of his own doing, found that feeling to cover him. His small ship, around the size of a gunship but in different size and much less weaponry, now lay cloaked in a blanket of powdery snow. It was a landing, not a safe one by any means however. If it wasn't for the Quarian's quick controls, it would have been very explosive.<br/><br/>How he ended up here was a mystery, though. From what he could remember, there was a malfunction in something.....the engine? The fuel....? Cil couldn't remember for the life of him, all he could really feel right now is a chill more severe than any he felt before. The young man let out a discomforted groan as he pushed himself up from what seemed to be the console of the ship's small ""bridge"". It was angled downward slightly, but not enough to hinder his movement.<br/><br/>As the Quarian worked his way to his feet, he had time to examine the damage. The bridge's glass was broken, a lot of it was on the ground near his feet. The power seemed to be completely down, at least from what he could tell from the lone light on the console flashing a symbol that meant just that: ""No power"". And he felt an even more intense freezing feeling in his left arm. He looked down to see it and....no. No, no, no, no. A tear graced all up his forearm, the suit's fibers shredded in an almost uniform fashion down up to his elbow. Thank Keelah no skin was broken; he'd probably be dead already. He quickly looked around himself; no other tears, luckily. Just the huge one on his arm presumably caused by a shard of glass.<br/><br/>Snow had begun to cloak the bridge and the corridor behind it almost entirely. Just how long was he out?<br/><br/>He slowly eased his way back to the corridor....but it was of no luck. Metal wires still sparking with electricity block his way, along with metal beams from the ceiling. No way getting through there.<br/><br/>The ship was getting colder, and he was nearly freezing, he felt. Cil had no other choice but to venture out into the snowy wasteland. His suit's temperature regulator was beginning to fail. He didn't have much time. Easing back to the bridge, Cil slowly climbed out of the gap where a screen of glass used to be, where he would see anything if he was still flying his ship. He hadn't even thought of a name for it yet.<br/><br/>A short drop later, and Cil was on the surface of Suen. And that much colder. Clutching at his right thigh, he felt that chunk of metal there. His Predator, thank Keelah it was still there. On his hip he felt two cylinders; heat sinks. Only three, the first loaded into the pistol. He truly hoped he wouldn't have to use it; he only had so much practice with it.<br/><br/>Deep down inside him, though, something told him that a beast was the last thing he had to worry about.<br/><br/>The Quarian began to slowly tread forward into the distance, shivering audible behind his mask. In his path were oddly shaped footprints amidst the blizzard, a way to mark his path perhaps. They wouldn't last long, not in this snowstorm. He wouldn't last long in this snowstorm. Cil held tightly onto the exposed grey skin on his left arm, trying his best to shield it from the numbing cold. But, in his haste, he did not notice something. In this tear of his suit, a small, small gash was placed upon him. And from that gash, leaked slowly the blue blood of the Quarians.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">The Migrant Fleet</span></span><br/>Current Location: The Phoenix Massing<br/>Admiral Val'Rias vas Venerim</span></div><br/><br/>After the not-so-brief and rather tiring meeting with the rest of the Admiralty, of which something slightly more than nothing was finally accomplished, the Heavy Fleet Admiral was, by all means, exhausted. He took the quickest transport back to the Venerim, of which he then returned to his small quarters in the higher decks. They were not much different from the rest of the quarters on the Dreadnought, but they were....beautiful in their own right. Large tapestries of Quarian art hung on each wall, casting the room in a grand multicolor atmosphere. He managed to procure a set of Asari furnishings as well, luckily enough. A very comfortable place for him, one that was relaxing above all else.<br/><br/>As he lied back on his bed, he let out an exasperated sigh, only to be interrupted by a set of beeps from his Omni.<br/><br/>""Dammit, I told them all to leave me be until-"" Val said with annoyance, which quickly changed as he saw the contents of the message, directed to him and him only.<br/><br/>""Keelah.""<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-style: italic"">From: Val<br/>To: Narya</span><br/><br/>I can't believe it. I haven't seen you in ages! I was so worried, I.....never mind that. I can tell you everything I want to later. There isn't enough to fit into a simple message. I'm still on the same ship.<br/><br/>And I can't believe you still remember our code, Narya.</blockquote>"
17344,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=50,2014-12-31T14:19:00,Prusslandia,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #800000"">The Rachni Reborn</span></span></span></span></div><br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Suen</span><br/><br/>Many think the Rachni dead, extinct. But they are wrong. Beneath the sun scorched, yet freezing surface of the Singing Planet, the Rachni rebuild. Workers dig, chanting harmonies of work and industry. Elsewhere, the Warriors train, singing melodies of war and strength. The larvae, young and songless, sleep soundly to the melodies of the nursemaids. All of these Songs, intertwining into one great masterpiece, are directed by the Mother of them all. The Queen herself, the Mother of Colourful Song. She directs this chorus, watching it ebb and flow. Singing a quiet melody of her own, she happily directed her brood. Soon, the Rachni would rise again, and the Great Song would reach its crescendo.<br/><br/>Suddenly, she heard a note of curiosity and fear. Subconsciously turning her head towards the note, she soothed the warrior that made it, and saw what it saw. An outsider. Soothing the child with warm notes, she instructed it to follow this being, and take it home if it fell.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Expenses""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Credits before purchases- 333 Credits<br/>Purchases- 2 Urban Areas on Suen, 1 Major Industrial Complex, Planetary Fuel Depot, 2 Marine Divisions, Armored Division<br/>Losses- 265 Credits<br/>Current Credits- 38<br/>Current Income- 209</div></div></div>"
17345,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=50,2014-12-31T15:32:00,Illan,"<blockquote><div><cite>Prusslandia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324974&amp;p=22978277#p22978277"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #800000"">The Rachni Reborn</span></span></span></span></div><br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Suen</span><br/><br/>Many think the Rachni dead, extinct. But they are wrong. Beneath the sun scorched, yet freezing surface of the Singing Planet, the Rachni rebuild. Workers dig, chanting harmonies of work and industry. Elsewhere, the Warriors train, singing melodies of war and strength. The larvae, young and songless, sleep soundly to the melodies of the nursemaids. All of these Songs, intertwining into one great masterpiece, are directed by the Mother of them all. The Queen herself, the Mother of Colourful Song. She directs this chorus, watching it ebb and flow. Singing a quiet melody of her own, she happily directed her brood. Soon, the Rachni would rise again, and the Great Song would reach its crescendo.<br/><br/>Suddenly, she heard a note of curiosity and fear. Subconsciously turning her head towards the note, she soothed the warrior that made it, and saw what it saw. An outsider. Soothing the child with warm notes, she instructed it to follow this being, and take it home if it fell.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Cil had been walking for a bit now, his strength wavering faster and faster. He looked back, he could only see his footprints so far; obscured by the blizzard or simply covered up. Which way was his ship? He forgot already. Beginning to feel a warm feeling on his forearm amidst the cold, he lifted up his hand from it.<br/><br/>""Keelah, no....no no no...."" The blood had begun to ooze from the whole wound now, the length of it cloaked in the dark liquid. Cil had begun to give up; he began to feel faint and freezing from the cold....he could bleed out if he fell unconscious. Nothing was out here to save him.....he would have fared better to simply stay and die in his ship. The Quarian fell onto his knees after trying to walk further; he made possibly a mile from his ship, surprisingly enough. His strength was gone though, and the rest of his senses fell as he went into unconsciousness - what he first thought was death - and began to taint the snow around his arm with the blood of Quarians."
17346,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=75,2014-12-31T16:10:00,Prusslandia,"The Warrior easily followed the Outsider, singing a song of strength to the being. As the being fell, the Warrior scurried over. Lightly picking the Outsider up with his tendrils, he scurried home, letting out a note of distress to the Queen. As he reached the hive, the Queen directed him to the nursing chamber. There, the young Outsider would heal. And because of this healing, because of the touch of the Rachni, this Outsider would be one of the only to hear the Rachni truly speak. They would hear the Song of the Rachni."
17347,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=75,2014-12-31T16:32:00,Dernland,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">Andor Freemen Month 2</span></div><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Milky Way / Omega Nebula / Amada System / Alchera High Orbit </span></div><br/><br/>The Andoran Frigate<span style=""font-style: italic"">High Charity</span>slowly orbited Alchera. It had been sent out from Nedius with specific orders to search for reported Collector activity. The ship's scanners had picked up Collector Particle residue on debris orbiting the planet. This was definitive proof that the Collectors were back.<br/><br/>Captain Ackerson reviewed the reports, worrying about the Collectors. They had killed many of his friends and family, he had thought that they were destroyed. A new report flashed on his datapad. Ackerson viewed the report, something about wreckage on the surface and the X.O. wanting to search for survivors. Ackerson accepted the request, though he knew there would be no survivors. There never were after a Collector attack.<br/><br/>A handful of people were clustered around a new recruitment ad for the Andor Military.<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>Do you crave excitement? Do you want to serve to the greatest extent possible? If so, join a new specialized division of soldiers Code-named ""Desperate Measures"". You will be the finest and best trained in the Andoran Military. Not to mention the Hazard pay. </div></blockquote><br/><br/>Month 2 Expenses<br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Income 98 + 6 remaining from last month = 104<br/>Nedius:<br/>Infantry Division + Combat Biotics + Drop Troops = -17 in 4 months (really 3.6 but rounding up. No point)<br/>Industrial Complex - 15<br/>Shipyard - 50<br/><br/>22 Credits remaining</div></div></div>"
17348,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=75,2014-12-31T18:40:00,Illan,"<blockquote><div><cite>Prusslandia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324974&amp;p=22979352#p22979352"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Warrior easily followed the Outsider, singing a song of strength to the being. As the being fell, the Warrior scurried over. Lightly picking the Outsider up with his tendrils, he scurried home, letting out a note of distress to the Queen. As he reached the hive, the Queen directed him to the nursing chamber. There, the young Outsider would heal. And because of this healing, because of the touch of the Rachni, this Outsider would be one of the only to hear the Rachni truly speak. They would hear the Song of the Rachni.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>It was a number of hours he spent unconscious, and as he began to be carried by the Rachni warrior to his unexpected safety, more of his dark blood seeped from the arm wound, which seemed to be a full fledged gash by now. Snow blew over him as he was carried away, chilling him to the bone. His temperature regulator had long since failed. It was only sheer hope that this odd creature carried him somewhere that would save him. If nothing was done; he would not live. Either from freezing, blood loss, or infection.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>Cil awoke, slowly, a burning pain in his head seemingly. It was a cave, he was in a cave. But the ground beneath him felt....soft. Comforting. Warm. Not cold like the snowy wasteland he fell unconscious in.<br/><br/>Was he dead?<br/><br/>The chamber he resided in was empty, only him at the moment. He looked to his arm; the wound was perfectly mended, and no dry blood whatsoever was on his arm. The suit wasn't mended on his forearm.....but it looked like nothing had happened.<br/><br/>Keelah, where was he?<br/><br/>As he slowly began to sit up, the pain in his head slightly cleared. It was like.....voices. Humming at first. What....what was this? This.....voice. This song."
17349,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=75,2014-12-31T19:05:00,Sertia,"<div align=""Center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Red Striker</span></span></div><br/><br/>Narya sat on the bridge as she went over the various reports from her ships and of the mining facilities she had set up on the planet below. First order of business were the slaves they managed to pick up off of some idiot batarian who thought cutting through the Crescent would keep him out of harms way. Well, judging by how that guy was dead and she had just made an easy 100 creds off of his cargo, it was obvious how that panned out for him.<br/><br/>With the creds she was getting from this sale combined with her funds from planet side, the Claws had just enough to start making their economy far larger. With finesse, she began to quickly filled out order forms and sent out messages to the various sub captains of her crew that were in charge of the other ships in her fleet.<br/><br/>With the new credits, they could set about finishing the various facilities they need in order to further colonize the planet they had taken to living on. While they were pirates, they were a growing pirate gang. So of course they would have to set up an infrastructure to better handle the influx.<br/><br/>Monthly Expenditure<br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">2x Planetary Fuel Depot (+10 creds per month)<br/>2x Major Mining Complex (+20)<br/>Begins training 2 Elite specialists (Krogan, and Turian) with the High-quality Armaments, Advanced Armour, Stealth Training upgrades for free. Adding Close Combat Specialization upgrade for 10% more and Combat Biotics for 50% more. Total cost = 25.6 creds</div></div></div><br/><br/>With all that over with, Narya leaned back to relax, looking over her own personal mail and froze when she saw her top message ""<span style=""color: #BF8000"">....Keelah....</span>""<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Illan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324974&amp;p=22977849#p22977849"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-style: italic"">From: Val<br/>To: Narya</span><br/><br/>I can't believe it. I haven't seen you in ages! I was so worried, I.....never mind that. I can tell you everything I want to later. There isn't enough to fit into a simple message. I'm still on the same ship.<br/><br/>And I can't believe you still remember our code, Narya.</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/>She was, for lack of a better word, surprised to have gotten a reply. She had thought he'd have forgotten her by now, after all this time. She had planned to actually use that to her advantage, but Narya guessed that was off the table. She quickly began to type up a reply, as the Crescent claw ships went about their jobs.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Reply:</span>From: Narya Vas Red Striker<br/>To: Val<br/><br/>I'm glad to see you still remember me....Been so long I thought the Flotilla would have moved on without me. And that code is what kept me sane for the longest time. A reminder of home, and a reminder of who I was.<br/><br/>I'd love to catch up with you sometime, maybe meet up. However, I have a crew to run, as I no doubt know you've heard. It's not very illustrious, but it beats rotting on the flotilla. Anyways, I was hoping we could discuss a possible alliance between my Crew, the Crescent Claws, and the Quarian Flotilla and her people. Our kind's been stuck for to long in the void, and I think I have the best way to move along from this situation with my growing crew and my connections in the terminous.<br/><br/>So a quick reply would be nice, as well as a location we could meet up at some point when we both have time.</blockquote>"
17350,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=75,2014-12-31T19:10:00,Segmentia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">---Thessia---</span><br/><br/>Matriarch Nyxemi had been bouncing between reading a few novels she had been meaning to get around too. Hundreds of years of being an avid reader had seen her acquire an exceptional library, both in digital form and in physical form, which she preferred. She always seemed to like holding a book and manually turning the pages over the scrolling screen of an omni-terminal. In her mind it showed a higher dedication to literature, having to care for each of the books. At her age she had so many books she had a small staff of professional book handlers. How the Salarians Held the Line Against the Rachni, a rather in-depth study into just that subject. One had to be well versed in many subjects in her line of business, and it was a nice break from the lists and piles of human literature she had been reading. The recent inclusion of humanity to the galactic community had simply demanded a larger library. She was about halfway through the book, and learning valuable insight into what the Salarian's were capable of when they had to stand up and fight, when her console chimed. She frowned and closed the book, folding the bookmark in place. Her personal console was set to only inform her of important messages, which were sorted by a personal VI, so her VI had decided this message was important enough to disrupt her. She sat up and scooted her chair in, flicking open the message and reading it, having to re-read it again just to see if she wasn't imagining things.<br/><br/>A Batarian minister? The minister of economics at that? She squinted in suspicion for a moment. The message was rather forward and reviled quite a bit about the state of the Hegemony, though Citadel reports often noted that the Batarian state was near collapse. She leaned back in thought, meshing her fingers together before her face. On one hand the collapse of the Hegemony could further Council interests. On the other, it could spawn dozens of conflicts that could spread into Citadel space, or at the very least cause a massive increase in criminal activity which could have galactic reach. However, if she were to grant this loan to the Batarian's maybe, just maybe, she'd be able to secure her hooks into a seemingly sane member of the Hegemony leadership. This could prove to further her own goals, and provide a force that she may be able to order but would be totally untraceable back to her. And all for a rather low amount of credits. She smiled slightly as she made up her mind and dictated her response.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Minister Gahr’Ahal Shek Batar, Heritas der Ahal,<br/><br/>To say I was surprised by this request would be quite the understatement, though the reasons for such have been known to me for some time. I applaud your success in keeping the Hegemony economy together even this long. Council reports suggested it wold have collapsed for the past decade. I have decided to accept your request and you will find the funds transferred within 48 hours. If you prove yourself a valuable investment you may see similar actions in the future. I look forward to hearing reports from you on the situation, as I never let an investments progress go unreported.<br/><br/>Matriarch Alenia Nyxemi, Asari Republics</div></div></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">---Illium---</span><br/><br/>Tela gave a slight glare at Salarian. She knew they could be energetic little things, but if he was going to be like this the entire time there would be some problems. But she doubted he would. He was a Spectre, just like her. Maybe some pre-mission excitement. The pair made their way to the last known location of Liara T'Soni and began their search. The trail wasn't exactly hot, but it wasn't cold either.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">---Citadel---</span><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Sparatus""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">""The Turian's are simply trying to rebuild what we lost during the Battle of the Citadel,"" Sparatus replied. ""The Primarch, however, wants to go above and beyond to uhhh...make sure a situation like that never happens again.""</div></div></div><br/><br/>Tevos kept her face neutral but tilted her head to the side ever so slightly. ""Do you mean to tell me the primarch intends to invade Geth space? And thus the Terminus systems? Without so much as consulting the Council?"" She asked, her voice subtly growing in a slight sting of what seemed to be barley contained anger. ""You do know this would be a major violation of Council law and trust, I hope?""<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Expenses for month two""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">-10 credits for A-Y Monastery upkeep<br/>===Citadel===<br/>Citadel Embassy, minus 100 credits, +25% to base income<br/>===Ialessa system, Athena Nebula===<br/>--- Sanves – Populated--- Income: 552, 40% land unit build reduction, 35% ship build time reduction<br/>2 Planetary Fuel Depots, minus 30 credits, +10 credits<br/>5 Mining Complex’s, minus 50 credits, +15 credits<br/>2 Major Mining Complex’s, minus 60 credits, +20 Credits<br/>3 Industrial Complex’s, minus 45 credits, +15 credits, 15% ship build time reduction<br/>1 Major Industrial Complex, minus 40 credits, +15 credits, 10% ship build time reduction<br/>1 Shipyard, minus 52.5 credits, +15 credits, 10% ship build time reduction<br/>4 Urban Areas, minus 420 credits, +360 credits, 40% land build time reduction<br/>1 Small Space Port, minus 168 credits, +72 credits<br/><br/>===Parnitha System, Athena Nebula===<br/>--- Thessia---<br/>1 Urban Area, minus 105 credits, +90 credits, 10% ground unit build time reduction (On minor space station)<br/>1 Fuel Depot, minus 15 credits, +5 credits<br/>---Military---<br/>2 Battlecruisers(With Multicore shielding and Thanix cannons)on Thessia, 168 Credits, 5.85 months<br/>415 for special purposes</div></div></div>"
17351,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=75,2014-12-31T19:12:00,Prusslandia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Illan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324974&amp;p=22980519#p22980519"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Prusslandia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324974&amp;p=22979352#p22979352"">wrote</a>:</cite>The Warrior easily followed the Outsider, singing a song of strength to the being. As the being fell, the Warrior scurried over. Lightly picking the Outsider up with his tendrils, he scurried home, letting out a note of distress to the Queen. As he reached the hive, the Queen directed him to the nursing chamber. There, the young Outsider would heal. And because of this healing, because of the touch of the Rachni, this Outsider would be one of the only to hear the Rachni truly speak. They would hear the Song of the Rachni.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>It was a number of hours he spent unconscious, and as he began to be carried by the Rachni warrior to his unexpected safety, more of his dark blood seeped from the arm wound, which seemed to be a full fledged gash by now. Snow blew over him as he was carried away, chilling him to the bone. His temperature regulator had long since failed. It was only sheer hope that this odd creature carried him somewhere that would save him. If nothing was done; he would not live. Either from freezing, blood loss, or infection.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>Cil awoke, slowly, a burning pain in his head seemingly. It was a cave, he was in a cave. But the ground beneath him felt....soft. Comforting. Warm. Not cold like the snowy wasteland he fell unconscious in.<br/><br/>Was he dead?<br/><br/>The chamber he resided in was empty, only him at the moment. He looked to his arm; the wound was perfectly mended, and no dry blood whatsoever was on his arm. The suit wasn't mended on his forearm.....but it looked like nothing had happened.<br/><br/>Keelah, where was he? <br/><br/>As he slowly began to sit up, the pain in his head slightly cleared. It was like.....voices. Humming at first. What....what was this? This.....voice. This song.</div></blockquote><br/>Not more than a meter away, a nursemaid sung a soft song to a mewling larvae, slowly bringing the young one to sleep. As the child slept, the nursemaid turned to Cil. Moving towards the uplifted Quarian, the nursemaid deftly, and lightly, removed his mask. As the Quarian lay speechless, the nursemaid began to softly sing to him, only to be drowned out by a voice. A Quarian voice, smooth and seductive."
17352,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=75,2014-12-31T19:18:00,Independent States of Tula,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">The Real Geth</span></span></div><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Omega Nebula, Amada System, Geth Stealth Frigate</span></div><br/><br/>The Real Geth ships exited FTL once they entered the Amada System, this was the system that the Normandy SR1 had been attacked in according to everything the Geth had acquired. Now, to scan for the Normandy and find Commander Shepard's remains for transportation back to the Lenal System so that she could be revived and returned to the fight against the Old Machines...except there was a problem...both the frigate and bulk transport were detecting a ship near the planet that the Geth's databanks knew was called Alchera. ...Which was also the most likely place the Normandy's wreckage was located. This complicated issues, the Geth stealth frigate could probably destroy this ship without much of an issue thanks to the main gun's upgrade and the stealth systems, and the two division's worth of troops in the bulk transport could easily wipe out any survivors on the planet...but the Real Geth wanted to make a good impression on the organics...blowing them up didn't accomplish such a task. A Consensus was made, both the frigate and transport would continue towards Alchera, the frigate would arm it's Thanix cannon and attempts to hail the unknown ship would be made, with any hope there would be little to no hostilities between the two groups.<br/><br/>Once close enough a message was sent over open comms to the ship orbiting Alchera in binary ""We are the Real Geth, we come in peace but are prepared to defend ourselves, are you peaceful?""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">///</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Location: Phoneix Massing, Tassrah System, Planet of Aite</span><br/><br/>Platform A-117 had arrived, and what the platform saw changed the mission entirely, a shuttle of Creator origin was circling the crash site. It didn't look like A-117 had been spotted but still A-117 kept it's cloak up to increase the chances of remaining undetected. This new development complicated A-117's mission of securing the crash site, unless...A-117 came to a consensus on how to test the Creator's hostility factor. Staying cloaked and moving towards the cover of a large boulder near the crash site that would statistically keep A-117 safe from any armament on the Creator shuttle A-117 began switching through its comm channels.<br/><br/>Opening up a channel over open comms A-117 transmitted in Khelish ""Creator Vessel Quivis, this is the Real Geth, we've come to answer your distress call and aid any surviving crew members, are any Creator's receiving this?""<br/><br/>OOC: Both the Quarian Marine Detachment and the True Geth Detachment will be able to hear A-117's broadcast as it was broadcast over open comms.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Month 2 Expenditures: 0<br/>Current Balance: 75 Credits<br/>Expected Month 3 Income: 71 Credits (Laconix) + 15 Credits (Base) + 75 Credits (Current Balance) = 161 Credits</div></div></div>"
17353,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=75,2014-12-31T19:24:00,Liecthenbourg,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #400040"">The Geth Consensus</span></span></span><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://fc06.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2011/230/1/1/geth_space_symbol_by_engorn-d46z6pc.png""/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">We Are Legion</span></span></div><br/><br/><hr/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #400040"">Aite, Typhon System, Phoenix Massing</span></span></div><br/>The Geth Detachment continued advancing towards the crash site, great black plumes of smoke rising higher and higher into the sky as faint orange and red hues lit up the rocks and jagged pieces of metal piercing the heavens, causing a cascade of colour upon the environment as the machines of the Consensus continued their quiet and solemn march. The Prime held its Pulse Cannon with great efficiency and effectiveness, placing its hand upon a horizontal piece of wreckage, clambering over it with a loud thud as its boots impacted the chrome sheets of metal laid before it. The four remaining infantry designated Geth followed suit, each making little to no sound in comparison to their command-and-control unit. Moving through the flames and sparks and metal with grace and aptitude, they scanned the environment for anything of use - parts, weaponry, signals, messages and even survivors. Though all had known what the crash was the moment they received the message, perhaps here out of the Veil some sort of brokering could be achieved but the Creators were well known for their... rather stubborn demeanour.<br/><br/>One of the infantry units picked up what appeared to be an Omni-Tool, before it looked to where it had come from to notice an outstretched three fingered hand. It approached the corpse, lifting the rubble over it and pulling forth the body that lied beneath it. Dust settled and sparks flew, but the body was placed upon an opening, the sun of Aite shinning brightly through tangled wires and what remained of the ceiling of the section of the ship they were in. Soon, the remainder of the Geth patrol had stumbled into the same room from different angles - the Prime through the door, and the infantry from various other trails and tunnels that had led them to it. The Geth Unit that had entered first however began tapping rather enthusiastically at the equipment it had recovered with its compatriots beginning to search the room they were in, as well as look around the adjacent areas.<br/><br/>""Creator Avniss"" the Unit said aloud, breaking the silence that only shook and shuddered at the sound of flames in the distance, the creak of metal in the wind and the sound of electrical sparks flickering away every so often. The other hardware knew what it was referring to and the Prime merely shook its head left and right, as if saying it mattered not. She had perished. It gestured towards the only way they had not entered from, its metallic fingers grasping at a goal that none could see. It raised its Pulse Cannon into the air and three of the Geth turned and began marching towards the direction it had pointed towards. The Prime followed suit, and the fourth and final Geth turned from the corpse before placing the omni-tool upon her limp body. Just as they were about to leave however, a message was picked up by the transceiver on the Prime's back.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Creator Vessel Quivis, this is the Real Geth, we've come to answer your distress call and aid any surviving crew members, are any Creator's receiving this?""</span><br/><br/>The Prime prepared to send a message, but the Consensus' ""train"" of thought was broken by a single, minuscule sound that shook its very programmes to the core. A cough.<br/><br/>The Geth turned from their position by the door, with the units slowly making their way back to what they had assumed was a dead body. Her suited stomach rose and sank again, her helmeted head tilted from left to right and her delicate hands clutched at the omni-tool upon the chest. Faint white lights, her eyes, made themselves visible within her polarized prison of glass. She was met, much to her dismay, by the bright blue lights that adorned the Geth heads. The Quarian's hands darted towards her pistol and aimed it straight up, but her reduced strength caused her to shake and tremble.<br/><br/>""Creator Avniss"" the Prime boomed, resulting in the Quarian to put down her firearm ever so slightly.<br/><br/>""My name, how do you know it?"" she replied, as if not expecting an answer.<br/><br/>The Prime replied by merely pointing to the Omni-Tool upon her chest, tilting its head in unison.<br/><br/>Avniss' breathing slowly went down from it's upbeat tempo from her sudden shock, but she still could not believe the Geth had not fired upon her yet - she was sure they had been dreadful creatures that the Stories aboard the Flotilla had made them out to be.<br/><br/>""We mean you no harm."" the detachment stated in unison, a choir of forgiveness.<br/><br/>""Bosh'tet"" was all she could say from her tired and exasperated lips. The last thing she noticed before her eyes closed to an unconscious realm, were the Geth moving towards her once more, what appeared to be Medi-Gel in one of their hands."
17354,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=75,2014-12-31T20:04:00,Dernland,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">Andor Freemen</span><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Milky Way / Omega Nebula / Amada System / Alchera High Orbit</span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://ih0.redbubble.net/image.12560430.4499/sticker,375x360.u1.png""/></div><br/><br/>A young ensign was sitting at his station on the bridge. He was nearly asleep, barely trying to hold on. He snapped awake when he saw a notification on his screen. The blinking holographic rectangle was a simple hail. He opened the hail, but was surprised when a string of binary code filled his screen. The ensign raised a questioning eyebrow and tapped his screen.<br/><br/>""Hey Red, come 'ere a minute!"" He called.<br/><br/>A holographic figure approached him. It was in the form of a shaolin monk from ancient Earth. It emitted a red glow, hence it's name.<br/><br/>""You requested my presence child?"" The hologram said in a serene and flowing voice that implied long years.<br/><br/>""Yeah, take a look at this message. Can you make any sense of it?""<br/><br/>Red lost his composure in a slip of shock. "" We are the Real Geth, we come in peace but are prepared to defend ourselves, are you peaceful?""<br/><br/>""What?"" The ensign inquired, ""You aren't losing your mind already are you?""<br/><br/>""No, no, no. It's the message. There is apparently a Geth ship out there, and it seems afraid.""<br/><br/>""Afraid? How can you tell from words?""<br/><br/>""There is an underlying code in the message, one left when A.I.s communicate. This one indicates fear, not of us, but fear of conflict."" Red had regained his serenity and had taken on a lecturing tone.<br/><br/>""Well, these Geth sound nice enough."" The Ensign jumped. He hadn't realized that the Captain had appeared until he spoke. ""Send them a hail""<br/><br/>...<br/><br/>Red formatted a hail for the Geth frigate on an open channel, as they couldn't pinpoint the Geth's location.<br/><br/>""Unidentified Geth ship, we are peaceful. Be wary, there may be hostiles in the area."""
17355,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=75,2014-12-31T20:42:00,Independent States of Tula,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">The Real Geth</span></span></div><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Location: Omega Nebula, Amada System, Geth Frigate</span></div><br/><br/>""Unidentified Geth ship, we are peaceful. Be wary, there may be hostiles in the area.""<br/><br/>These words had not been expected, nevertheless the Real Geth were surprised that the limited odds of peaceful encounter were actually working out for the Real Geth.<br/><br/>Still a reply needed to be made and so the Real Geth replied over the same open channel ""We will deactivate our stealth systems and continue on our course towards you. Our weapons will remain primed in case these hostiles you speak of attempt aggressive action against us. We have a bulk transport and a frigate, any other pings on your detection systems are not us.""<br/><br/>The Geth Frigate turned off its stealth systems, revealing itself to the Andor Freemen, before another transmission was made ""Have you found any recent wreckage nearby? We are searching for a downed ship that was destroyed in this system relatively recently. Is your purpose the same?""<br/><br/>Once the Geth Frigate and bulk transport were within viewing distance of the Andor frigate they halted and waited for a reply."
17356,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=75,2014-12-31T21:02:00,Illan,"<blockquote><div><cite>Prusslandia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324974&amp;p=22980774#p22980774"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Illan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324974&amp;p=22980519#p22980519"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>It was a number of hours he spent unconscious, and as he began to be carried by the Rachni warrior to his unexpected safety, more of his dark blood seeped from the arm wound, which seemed to be a full fledged gash by now. Snow blew over him as he was carried away, chilling him to the bone. His temperature regulator had long since failed. It was only sheer hope that this odd creature carried him somewhere that would save him. If nothing was done; he would not live. Either from freezing, blood loss, or infection.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>Cil awoke, slowly, a burning pain in his head seemingly. It was a cave, he was in a cave. But the ground beneath him felt....soft. Comforting. Warm. Not cold like the snowy wasteland he fell unconscious in.<br/><br/>Was he dead?<br/><br/>The chamber he resided in was empty, only him at the moment. He looked to his arm; the wound was perfectly mended, and no dry blood whatsoever was on his arm. The suit wasn't mended on his forearm.....but it looked like nothing had happened.<br/><br/>Keelah, where was he? <br/><br/>As he slowly began to sit up, the pain in his head slightly cleared. It was like.....voices. Humming at first. What....what was this? This.....voice. This song.</div></blockquote><br/>Not more than a meter away, a nursemaid sung a soft song to a mewling larvae, slowly bringing the young one to sleep. As the child slept, the nursemaid turned to Cil. Moving towards the uplifted Quarian, the nursemaid deftly, and lightly, removed his mask. As the Quarian lay speechless, the nursemaid began to softly sing to him, only to be drowned out by a voice. A Quarian voice, smooth and seductive.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Cil saw the odd creature come near him from the darkness. Terrified beyond belief, Cil began to back up, progressively further until he was against the wall. Then any types of resistance on his end was futile, the beast continued to approach him. Honestly, the Quarian was even more terrified of the song that it sang. Not because a creature was making the noise; but because it was soothing. It sang in sync with the voices he began to hear in his head....which became clear quickly.<br/><br/>The song began to feel pleasant.<br/><br/>Without much resistance, the creature lunged forward from the dark. Cil thought this was his end at first, but it removed the mask on his face with finesse. It was almost practiced, it seemed. He was about to shout out, reach for his mask. He could die.....die in these caves of no familiarity to him.<br/><br/>But he didn't reach, he didn't grasp at the creature. He wasn't worried anymore of anything happening without his mask on. He heard a.....beautiful noise. It began to sound like a soothing, soothing sonata to his ears....Keelah, it was so beautiful. The voice sounded to be from the Flotilla, the accent of the most beautiful Quarian woman.<br/><br/>Cil didn't want to resist anymore. He wanted to hear the song of this beautiful and seductive voice. Which is what the Quarian simply did, resting with his grey face exposed to the elements, short black hair down his forehead slightly."
17357,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=75,2014-12-31T22:14:00,The Orson Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>Segmentia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324974&amp;p=22980765#p22980765"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">---Thessia---</span><br/><br/> Matriarch Nyxemi had been bouncing between reading a few novels she had been meaning to get around too. Hundreds of years of being an avid reader had seen her acquire an exceptional library, both in digital form and in physical form, which she preferred. She always seemed to like holding a book and manually turning the pages over the scrolling screen of an omni-terminal. In her mind it showed a higher dedication to literature, having to care for each of the books. At her age she had so many books she had a small staff of professional book handlers. How the Salarians Held the Line Against the Rachni, a rather in-depth study into just that subject. One had to be well versed in many subjects in her line of business, and it was a nice break from the lists and piles of human literature she had been reading. The recent inclusion of humanity to the galactic community had simply demanded a larger library. She was about halfway through the book, and learning valuable insight into what the Salarian's were capable of when they had to stand up and fight, when her console chimed. She frowned and closed the book, folding the bookmark in place. Her personal console was set to only inform her of important messages, which were sorted by a personal VI, so her VI had decided this message was important enough to disrupt her. She sat up and scooted her chair in, flicking open the message and reading it, having to re-read it again just to see if she wasn't imagining things.<br/><br/> A Batarian minister? The minister of economics at that? She squinted in suspicion for a moment. The message was rather forward and reviled quite a bit about the state of the Hegemony, though Citadel reports often noted that the Batarian state was near collapse. She leaned back in thought, meshing her fingers together before her face. On one hand the collapse of the Hegemony could further Council interests. On the other, it could spawn dozens of conflicts that could spread into Citadel space, or at the very least cause a massive increase in criminal activity which could have galactic reach. However, if she were to grant this loan to the Batarian's maybe, just maybe, she'd be able to secure her hooks into a seemingly sane member of the Hegemony leadership. This could prove to further her own goals, and provide a force that she may be able to order but would be totally untraceable back to her. And all for a rather low amount of credits. She smiled slightly as she made up her mind and dictated her response.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Minister Gahr’Ahal Shek Batar, Heritas der Ahal,<br/><br/>To say I was surprised by this request would be quite the understatement, though the reasons for such have been known to me for some time. I applaud your success in keeping the Hegemony economy together even this long. Council reports suggested it wold have collapsed for the past decade. I have decided to accept your request and you will find the funds transferred within 48 hours. If you prove yourself a valuable investment you may see similar actions in the future. I look forward to hearing reports from you on the situation, as I never let an investments progress go unreported.<br/><br/>Matriarch Alenia Nyxemi, Asari Republics</div></div></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">---Illium---</span><br/><br/>Tela gave a slight glare at Salarian. She knew they could be energetic little things, but if he was going to be like this the entire time there would be some problems. But she doubted he would. He was a Spectre, just like her. Maybe some pre-mission excitement. The pair made their way to the last known location of Liara T'Soni and began their search. The trail wasn't exactly hot, but it wasn't cold either.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">---Citadel---</span><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Sparatus""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">""The Turian's are simply trying to rebuild what we lost during the Battle of the Citadel,"" Sparatus replied. ""The Primarch, however, wants to go above and beyond to uhhh...make sure a situation like that never happens again.""</div></div></div><br/><br/>Tevos kept her face neutral but tilted her head to the side ever so slightly. ""Do you mean to tell me the primarch intends to invade Geth space? And thus the Terminus systems? Without so much as consulting the Council?"" She asked, her voice subtly growing in a slight sting of what seemed to be barley contained anger. ""You do know this would be a major violation of Council law and trust, I hope?""</div></blockquote><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Citadel, Serpent Nebula</span></span></div><br/><br/>Sparatus sighed. The Asari diplomat now knew exactly what was going on, and he couldn't hide it anymore.<br/><br/>""The Primarch wants to destroy the Geth before they become a major threat,"" Sparatus replied. ""If it means invading the Terminus Systems, then so be it. These laws you have won't matter if we're all dead!"" Sparatus had suddenly raised his voice, and realized he was now defending a plan he had not supported in the past."
17358,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=75,2015-01-01T08:59:00,Seno Zhou Varada,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Illium, Nos Astra</span></span></span><br/><br/>Shortly after sending the message Shiala had sent one back in confirmation. Al got up from the bench he was currently sitting on and was sort of 'escorted' by a few guards to Nos Astra and where Triarch Shiala was. Certainly Illium was better than Omega as murder very rarely happened here about everything was legal except murder. But he also remembered the untold golden rule for Illium, don't sign anything without reading everything on it. Soon enough he had arrived at the place the Triarch was at and was of course allowed in. Al took a seat on one of the chairs and waited patiently and calmly for the Asari to respond so he could respond with the exception of him saying ""Hello Triarch Shiala""."
17359,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=75,2015-01-01T10:02:00,Illan,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Search, Salvage, and Rescue of the Merchant Vessel ""Quivis""</span></span><br/>&gt;&gt;&gt;Marine Squad Khela-7, Commanded by Captain Kor'Zalis&lt;&lt;&lt; <br/>&gt;&gt;Planet Aite, Roughly 9:00 P.M. Planetside&lt;&lt;</span><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://fc05.deviantart.net/fs70/i/2011/096/9/5/mass_effect_2___aite_scenic_2_by_lavenderkae-d3dd8oe.jpg""/></blockquote></div><br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>The team of particularly skilled soldiers continued to comb through the site, searching for any signs of vitals....or anything else to be particularly concerned of. Through this searching, however, they only saw a select few things; scrap, wires, and a number of bodies belonging to the small crew of the Corvette ship they were walking in. It was<span style=""font-style: italic"">not</span>a site any of them enjoyed.<br/><br/>As they stepped into what seemed to be the remnants of the ship's bridge, a strange communication came in. It was a call to help the crash site. To help the survivors.<br/><br/>Kor was immediately skeptic, and angered. Along with his squad of three.<br/><br/>""Aid, my arse! The taller, more stronger-built Sergeant said. ""The Geth are here! And they're getting craftier!""<br/><br/>The corporal chimed in with the same dissatisfaction. ""I agree with Reavis, when have the Geth ever wanted to aid us? This has to be a trap, Captain."" He stated, holding his firearm promptly. In the process of the transmission coming through, they all began to draw theirs. Especially when the word ""Geth"" was said in it.<br/><br/>""I don't trust this any more than you all do, stay cau-"" Kor was about to state, only to be interrupted by a hardly understandable transmission from Khela-7's pilot.<br/><br/>""Captain! Scanners are back online for the moment! Multiple artificial...~~~....coming in from deeper.....the site, and more....~~~from the east! There's a live signature in there, with the.....~~~~...."" The communicator cut out; luckily their Omnis had enough time to be updated with the indicated location. There was a number of red dots in the area given....along with a single green one.<br/><br/>""Keelah, the survivor's surrounded!"" The corporal exclaimed, causing Kor to motion for all them to hurry towards the indicated location, which was a number of yards away.<br/><br/>""Hurry, there might not be much time!"" Kor commanded to his team, rushing to the area that the Geth signatures - along with the lone Quarian one - came from. When they reached it, they were above the Geth on a pile of rubble, weapons trained on them from their rights.<br/><br/>""Let her go!"" Kor demanded, Sabre trained on the Prime's optic, and the rest of Khela-7s' weapons pointed at the others.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Back on the Flotilla....<br/>Admiral Val'Rias vas Venerim</span></div><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Reply:From: Narya Vas Red Striker<br/>To: Val<br/><br/>I'm glad to see you still remember me....Been so long I thought the Flotilla would have moved on without me. And that code is what kept me sane for the longest time. A reminder of home, and a reminder of who I was.<br/><br/>I'd love to catch up with you sometime, maybe meet up. However, I have a crew to run, as I no doubt know you've heard. It's not very illustrious, but it beats rotting on the flotilla. Anyways, I was hoping we could discuss a possible alliance between my Crew, the Crescent Claws, and the Quarian Flotilla and her people. Our kind's been stuck for to long in the void, and I think I have the best way to move along from this situation with my growing crew and my connections in the terminous.<br/><br/>So a quick reply would be nice, as well as a location we could meet up at some point when we both have time.</blockquote><br/><br/>Val was honestly a bit surprised at the speed of her reply....but not too surprised with the message it contained. Narya was always all business, but that wasn't necessarily a bad thing. It was comforting to see that some things never change, especially her. He stood to write now; he was anxious, nervous even.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Re:From: Val<br/>To: Narya<br/><br/>Even if the Flotilla moved on without you; forgot about you, I never did. And I don't intend on it.<br/><br/>As for this alliance.....you always were business, weren't you? And a bit fiery, but I didn't expect you to become a pirate leader when I first heard of it. I must admit, however, it sounds just like you. Your messages, the way you speak: It's just how I remember. I'm happy it really is you.<br/><br/>Yes, please, come to the Fleet. Alone, or with a small number of your crew. Not too many though, as, well. I'm an Admiral now, the people's right to safety and peace of mind always comes first, right?<br/><br/>Imagine I laughed after I said that.<br/><br/>Anyway, the Flotilla is in the Phoenix Massing right now, the Tassrah System. Come to the Venerim; you remember it, I hope? Gigantic dreadnought, armed to the teeth? I'm sure you do. <br/><br/>And.....I'm sorry, Narya. <br/><br/>-Val</blockquote>"
17360,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=75,2015-01-01T12:07:00,Prusslandia,"As Cil lay speechless, the voice beckoned.<span style=""font-style: italic"">"" Cil.......... ""</span>it spoke, full of mystery and seduction. ""<span style=""font-style: italic"">"" Cil......... ""</span>The voice beckoned again, pervading every part of the young Quarians mind.<span style=""font-style: italic"">"" Cil, come and help me, Cil......... ""</span>This time, the nursemaid deftly helped the Quarian to his feet. Though the Quarian did not know it, it was the Queen that beckoned."
17361,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=75,2015-01-01T12:31:00,Independent States of Tula,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">The Real Geth</span></span></div><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Location: Phoenix Massing, Typhon System, Aite</span></div><br/><br/>A-117 kept its optics focused on the Quarian shuttle before beginning to pick up a signal coming from it, using it's programming the Geth platform worked to intercept the transmission and did so in seconds, the transmission patched through ""-ners are back online for the moment! Multiple artificial...~~~....coming in from deeper.....the site, and more....~~~from the east! There's a live signature in there, with the.....~~~~....""<br/><br/>A-117 processed this information faster than it was received via the inefficient organic language and came to a conclusion quickly, A-117 was not the only Geth platform here, which statistically meant that the other Geth here were Heretics considering the True Geth's reluctance to leave the Veil due to their last known consensus. A location in the ship of where the other Geth signatures were came under scrutiny once it entered A-117's data-banks, consensus was quickly made and A-117 moved quickly to the down ship, keeping its cloak on as it darted quickly on the quickest calculated route to the area the other Geth units were at along with the apparent surviving Creator. Unsurprisingly this brought A-117 through the same path that the Geth had originally used to get through the wreckage. Undoubtedly A-117 was making too much noise but time was more precious than stealth according to A-117's calculations, if the Heretics were here then they had to be dealt with before they could harm any of the Creators.<br/><br/>""Let her go!"" A Creator's voice called from ahead of A-117.<br/><br/>A-117 came in from behind the other Geth units and turned off its cloak as it raised its pulse rifle at the Geth Prime's back.<br/><br/>""Creators! These Geth are not Real Geth, be wary of hostilities!"" A-117 stated in Khelish to the Creators before sending a transmission of data to the other Geth units that was far more efficient in stating in a single second ""We are the Real Geth, we calculate a high probability that you are the Heretics who serve the Old Machines, if this statistical probability is correct then you are not welcome here and we ask that you move away from the wounded Creator."""
17362,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=75,2015-01-01T12:42:00,Liecthenbourg,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #400040"">The Geth Consensus</span></span></span><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://fc06.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2011/230/1/1/geth_space_symbol_by_engorn-d46z6pc.png""/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">We Are Legion</span></span></div><br/><br/><hr/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #400040"">Aite, Typhon System, Phoenix Massing</span></span></div><br/><br/>""She will live."" the Geth that had applied medi-gel to the Quarian had stated, its tone not lending any emotion to the monotone symphony it was.<br/><br/>The Prime nodded, as if it already knew. ""We calculated as such."" it said, holstering the Pulse Cannon as it tossed aside from pieces of rubble blocking an exit. The other Geth had lulled around for a bit, some of them merely patrolling the outskirts of the room they were in, never venturing beyond several flashing lights they had placed to mark out their location. Little moved aside from the Geth as they continued moving in their patterns. Their lights upon their heads shone brightly into darkened corners and closets and crevices as they, with their weapons at hand, merely did as they were instructed to do.<br/><br/>""Your programmes are silent."" The Prime stated as it looked upon its comrade beside the unconscious survivor.<br/><br/>""Calculating."" it replied, gesturing towards the body with its Pulse Rifle. The Prime seemingly nodded, the three blue lights that adorned its head never faltering in their unmistakable shimmer. Before any more could be said, they were met with a heavily accented voice lashing out demands.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">""Let her go!""</span><br/><br/>As the Prime looked up to see what it was that had asked of this, its face noticed the assembled creators with their weapons already drawn. The Consensus sparked to life once again, debates raging across as quickly as the Geth could perform their tasks. Calculations, statistical errors, margins all were accounted for in this orchestral performance of the machine.<br/><br/>""Geth do not take prisoners."" The Prime calmly stated, with the other Geth seemingly looking up at their Creators but without their weapons raised. Before the Prime could continue its explanation of the affairs, it was met with the voice of another Geth Unit. The Prime did not turn, as it needed not to communicate with the other unit that had entered.<br/><br/>""Your calculations are erroneous. You refer yourselves as ""The Real Geth"" - an entirely organic concept. Are we not Real?"" The other infantry units raised their weapons at the newcomer Geth as this was relayed. The Prime looked up once more, now speaking to all in Khelish fluently.<br/>""We do not Serve the Old Machines. We are not Heretics. We are Geth. Geth whom are in Communion with the Majority of the Consensus as should be done and we hereby request that your weapons are all put down. We did not find her like this, the probability of such an occurrence is near the 0.1% area. She was trapped, beneath rubble, and we rescued her."" That was all that was said and the Geth stood their solemnly, awaiting."
17363,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=75,2015-01-01T13:10:00,Nuxipal,"<div align=""center"">Triarch Shiala<br/>Nos Astra, Illium<br/>Tesale System, Crescent Nebula</div><br/><br/>""Welcome Representative. Please take a seat."" Waiting for the rep to sit down Shiala then continued, ""What does your colony have to sell on Illium? You must understand that we place high demand on our trade partners, but the reward is great. Signing this deal will bring greater prosperity to your colony as well as continued growth here on Illium.""<br/><br/>She watched the Human carefully. She hadn't known humans aside from Shepard, his crew, and the colonists of Feros. If Feros had a chance to trade with Illium, they would in a heartbeat. Speaking of Feros, she decided that she would need to visit them in the near future. Perhaps include them in Illium's trade network as well.<br/><br/><div align=""center"">Nyxera D'Ath<br/>Nos Astra Spaceport, Illium<br/>Tesale System, Crescent Nebula</div><br/><br/>Nyxera was given a strange set of orders. She was to take a Corvette Pack with Enhanced Electronic Warfare to the Mass Relay and prepare for new orders. Upon reaching there she was surprised. They were to go to Ilos and search for the Prothean VI that apparently existed there. They blasted through the relay to the Omega Relay, followed shortly there after to the Hawking Eta cluster and then it was a short FTL trip to the Mu Relay, which had been lost until Commander Shepard had discovered it and placed it back onto the map. Now the relay had traffic, though not too many as it was still somewhat dangerous to cross through it. The boarding troops in the ships had been replaced with Asari commandos, one full unit.<br/><br/>They had a dangerous job of hunting through the ruins until they came across the VI. Nyxera wasn't sure what she would find upon her arrival there, but if the VI was still functional it surely would be able to help them find other Prothean Beacons and ruins."
17364,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=75,2015-01-01T13:31:00,Seno Zhou Varada,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Nos Astra, Illium</span></span></span><br/><br/>After listening to Triarch Shiala and thinking for a few seconds Al responded with a slight french accent that came from his french ancestry from Earth ""due to Chalkhos's hot climate we mostly sell various types of drugs that have had the dopamine copying or psychedelic inducing substances extracted from them and we modify them so their not as poisonous or not lethal. Of course we also have a few entertainment products that a few of companies on planet have produced for us and a few companies may brimg indentured servants here from time to time but usually drugs"". Taking a breath after the long period of talking he did he grabbed one of the drinks and took a small sip of it to cool his throat a bit. He put the beverage back down and waited for the Asari's reply."
17365,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=75,2015-01-01T13:40:00,Dernland,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">Andor Freemen</span><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Milky Way / Omega Nebula / Amada System / Alchera High Orbit</span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://ih0.redbubble.net/image.12560430.4499/sticker,375x360.u1.png""/></div><br/><br/>""Well, our Geth friends weren't lying, there's just two. Orders?"" The ensign said to Ackerson.<br/><br/>""Good, establish a secure connection. I'll be in the comm-room."" Ackerson replied and, without waiting for a reply, walked off to the comm-room.<br/><br/>""Roger sir, establishing secure connection.""<br/><br/>Captain Ackerson strode through the ship. He passed groups of crewmen who saluted as he passed and a few who even called to him, but he just ignored them and continued. He entered the comm-room and awaited the Geth."
17366,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=75,2015-01-01T13:52:00,Nuxipal,"<blockquote><div><cite>Seno Zhou Varada <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324974&amp;p=22987435#p22987435"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Nos Astra, Illium</span></span></span><br/><br/>After listening to Triarch Shiala and thinking for a few seconds Al responded with a slight french accent that came from his french ancestry from Earth ""due to Chalkhos's hot climate we mostly sell various types of drugs that have had the dopamine copying or psychedelic inducing substances extracted from them and we modify them so their not as poisonous or not lethal. Of course we also have a few entertainment products that a few of companies on planet have produced for us and a few companies may brimg indentured servants here from time to time but usually drugs"". Taking a breath after the long period of talking he did he grabbed one of the drinks and took a small sip of it to cool his throat a bit. He put the beverage back down and waited for the Asari's reply.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>""That will be suitable here. You will be able to make a great deal of credits here. I believe that we can aid you by allowing you to open a factory here on Illium as well to help produce enough of the drugs to turn a profit."" The slides him a datapad with the terms and conditions. They were extensive, as with anything legal on Illium, but they effectively protected both parties. ""The only major thing in there you need to know is that there is a minimum 12 month contract. Any breach of this contract will give the Trade Board or the Triarch the ability to take legal actions against your colony."""
17367,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=75,2015-01-01T14:12:00,Independent States of Tula,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">The Real Geth</span></span></div><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Location: Omega Nebula, Amada System, Alchera High Orbit</span></div><br/><br/>The secure communications channel was accepted and the image of Captain Ackerson was transmitted back to the Geth frigate, in return the Geth projected an image of a single Geth platform in order to make the communication with the Organics easier. The statistical probability that Humans would willingly begin peaceful talks with Geth, even Geth that showed initial interest in avoiding conflict, was somewhere near 15%. Still since the Human party didn't seem interested in blowing away the Real Geth the consensus was that talks would help advance the Geth position in this Galaxy...even if this was only one ship-load of Organics it was still a step in the right direction.<br/><br/>Once the comm line was established the Geth having its image shown to Captain Ackerson accessed its data-banks and spoke in English, the most common Human language, ""Hello. We are the Real Geth and we are searching for a ship recently downed in this system. Who are you and what is your purpose in this system? Do our interests coincide?"""
17368,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=75,2015-01-01T14:16:00,Lunas Legion,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Omega</span></div><br/><br/>Lyessa watched her forces move forward, small blue lights blinking on the holographic projection of Omega. They'd spent the previous month gathering intel on the various merc companies; force placement, numbers, commanders, HQs and the like. They'd also obtained detailed plans of the areas controlled by the mercs, down to the ventilation shafts and other nooks and crannies scattered throughout their areas of Omega.<br/><br/>The assault itself would have all of Aria's few gunships currently in service thrown into it, alongside 10 militia divisions attacking from all sides. The Blood Pack were surrounded; there would be no escape.<br/><br/>Omega rang with more gunfire than normal as Aria's forces began their assault.<br/><br/>However, there was still the matter of the Blue Suns and Eclipse. Although Lyessa's scouting had indicated they were little stronger than the Blood Pack were, both the Blue Suns and Eclipse were rational unlike the Blood Pack. And after seeing what happened, or would happen, to the Blood Pack, Aria had no doubt they would see reason and surrender.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To the leaders of the Blue Suns and Eclipse on Omega,<br/><br/>I come to you with an offer. This offer shall only be made once, and refusal will more than likely mean your deaths and those of your troops. I have recently decided that Omega needs a shakeup; unfortunately for you, that shakeup involves ejecting all of the major merc companies from Omega. However, I am willing to offer you and your forces a chance to surrender and work for me instead. Your pay will remain the same, and half of all money siezed from the Blood Pack will go to you.<br/><br/>I expect an answer in two days. Silence shall be taken as rejection.<br/><br/>Aria T'Loak, Ruler of Omega</blockquote>"
17369,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=75,2015-01-01T14:26:00,Seno Zhou Varada,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nuxipal <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324974&amp;p=22987579#p22987579"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Seno Zhou Varada <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324974&amp;p=22987435#p22987435"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Nos Astra, Illium</span></span></span><br/><br/>After listening to Triarch Shiala and thinking for a few seconds Al responded with a slight french accent that came from his french ancestry from Earth ""due to Chalkhos's hot climate we mostly sell various types of drugs that have had the dopamine copying or psychedelic inducing substances extracted from them and we modify them so their not as poisonous or not lethal. Of course we also have a few entertainment products that a few of companies on planet have produced for us and a few companies may brimg indentured servants here from time to time but usually drugs"". Taking a breath after the long period of talking he did he grabbed one of the drinks and took a small sip of it to cool his throat a bit. He put the beverage back down and waited for the Asari's reply.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>""That will be suitable here. You will be able to make a great deal of credits here. I believe that we can aid you by allowing you to open a factory here on Illium as well to help produce enough of the drugs to turn a profit."" The slides him a datapad with the terms and conditions. They were extensive, as with anything legal on Illium, but they effectively protected both parties. ""The only major thing in there you need to know is that there is a minimum 12 month contract. Any breach of this contract will give the Trade Board or the Triarch the ability to take legal actions against your colony.""</div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Nos Astra, Illium</span></span><br/><br/>After listening carefully to the Triarch and reading carefully over the datapad twice he nods and signs the datapad saying ""good our first shipments will begin shortly and I assume a shop will open as well."". He then gets up from the chair and adds ""pleasure doing business with you Triarch"". As he then leaves he thinks 'better than T'Loak'. Soon enough the shipments would come and a store might open as well if things went well.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Chalkhos, Military Command</span></span><br/><br/>Reports have come in. Rashtek Chass, a small time Terminus warlord preying off civilian ships refueling on Nutus, his gas giant base. It was needed for him to be put down. But current power wasn't enough, some fighters and corvettes wouldn't do at all. What would be needed would be firepower an extra wing of fighters and maybe some light cruisers though they were slower to produce. More thought on this attack would be needed though. The warlord likely had a space station of some kind so the light transport could be used for an attack against it and not needing to blow it up.<br/>However on Month 4 or 5 an attack on this raider must be initiated."
17370,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=75,2015-01-01T16:37:00,Sertia,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Red Striker, Entering Illium space</span></div><br/><br/>Narya stood on her bridge, staring out into the void that was Illium controlled space. While she was a pirate queen, and was already being tracked by Illium military forces that likely got souped up since they began to militarize and seek independence from the main body of the Asari Republics. However, She had her Comm officer transmitting her indentification, and also staying near the relay until given approval to enter Illium space.<br/><br/>While she had her doubts, the hope of signing up to work with the Asari as their direct link to the terminous systems, or whatever work they needed from pirates like themselves. While her group was small, the Asari were future planners, and could no doubt see that a fast growing group of Pirates and mercenaries would be helpful in the future, especially with connections to the recently active Quarian Flotilla.<br/><br/>As she waited, she thought back to her two officers manning the two other main ships in her fleet, The<span style=""color: #0040FF"">Blue Cannon</span>and the<span style=""color: #00FF00"">Green Slicer</span>. Both were pretty powerful Biotics that Narya still question why they never tried offing the previous captain. Though, after she broke The krogan's body by knocking him into a trash compactor, and nearly tearing the gizzard out of the turian, they gave up trying to over throw her. She still had half the Turian's gizzard kept in a jar on her ship, always breaking it out to prove to everyone she wasn't someone to trifle with.<br/><br/>They were off handling the Pirates home system in Odeste, over seeing the construction of the various infrastructure that she had wanted built. They had learned their lesson, so she doubted they would try to push he rout of her position as high captain, but it was a good idea to keep them in mind.<br/><br/>As she continued to wait for Illium's approval to approach, she looked at her mail, smiling at the response she had received from the Flotilla.<br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Illan <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324974&amp;p=22985886#p22985886"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Re:From: Val<br/>To: Narya<br/><br/>Even if the Flotilla moved on without you; forgot about you, I never did. And I don't intend on it.<br/><br/>As for this alliance.....you always were business, weren't you? And a bit fiery, but I didn't expect you to become a pirate leader when I first heard of it. I must admit, however, it sounds just like you. Your messages, the way you speak: It's just how I remember. I'm happy it really is you.<br/><br/>Yes, please, come to the Fleet. Alone, or with a small number of your crew. Not too many though, as, well. I'm an Admiral now, the people's right to safety and peace of mind always comes first, right?<br/><br/>Imagine I laughed after I said that.<br/><br/>Anyway, the Flotilla is in the Phoenix Massing right now, the Tassrah System. Come to the Venerim; you remember it, I hope? Gigantic dreadnought, armed to the teeth? I'm sure you do. <br/><br/>And.....I'm sorry, Narya. <br/><br/>-Val</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Re:From Narya<br/>to Val<br/><br/>Thank you...It good to know someone keeps my memory going there. For all my bluster about wanting to help my people, I would never want to stay forgotten like Rannoch.<br/><br/>As for the meeting, that sounds alright. I'll likely arrive with one of my trusted Lieutenants, as He's gotta be reminded I'm captain and a quick road trip with me outta help with that.<br/><br/>And yeah, I remember the ship. I dream of getting my own dreadnaught some time in the future. Something to set me apart from the various pirate sin the terminous.</blockquote>"
17371,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=100,2015-01-01T17:01:00,Ralnis,Month 2 rolled around and the House was overjoyed as they had started make their own new technological bases and had allowed them to start constructing a stealth transport with the New Custodian VI and decided to wait to cash in the other stuff for they wanted to try and keep raiding with their corvettes and now added their frigate to the point. They also started dabbling in the slave trade and started making a few Batarian contacts from the consortium remnants that use to have Anhur.<br/><br/>Month 2 spending currently<br/>One light transport with stealth systems and electronic warfare capabilities-40 credits<br/>The rest is still in terms bank.
17372,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=100,2015-01-01T17:11:00,Nuxipal,"The Quarian Flotilla has received several of its pilgrims back. This time a brave group of them banded together and gained a Frigate for the flotilla. Instead of requesting to join a ship, they have requested that their ship join the Flotilla.<br/><br/><br/>Aria's ruthless destruction of the Blood Pack has not gone unnoticed by the other branches of the Merc organization, but they seem to have disappeared from most Terminus systems. The Blue Suns and Eclipse on Omega reply to Aria with a simple answer. They would surrender given that they are still permitted to undertake mercenary contracts with Aria's knowledge of these operations. If Aria accepts this the two faction's units on Omega join Omega's faction units. (Eclipse infantry all have either heavy weapons or electronic warfare capabilities and the Blue suns infantry has either heavy weapons or high quality weapons.)<br/><br/>With the Geth Heretic station still in existence, the Geth consensus loses one unit to the heretic Geth who worship the Old Machines as gods and believe that their coming will bring about a galaxy for synthetic life only.<br/><br/>The Turian Hierarchy is preparing for war and its propaganda rhetoric has proven successful. Two militia divisions join the Turian military on Pavalen.<br/><br/>The Rachni, being fast breeding have gained 2 militia units on Suen. Additionally, the crashing of a Quarian ship upon the surface of their planet the Rachni can now build ships capable of Faster Than Light Travel. Their first forays into space results in the discovery of a specialized request. Bring a Queen Larvae to a specific point within the system for an exchange with these unknown sentient beings.<br/><br/>On Tuchanka, the realization that Turians may be supporting Clan Urdnot has disheartened some of the anti-Urdnot clans, but it has strengthened the resolve of the largest of them. Clan Urdnot is becoming viewed as a Turian puppet even to smaller clans that owe allegiance to Urdnot. Meanwhile the Salarian Scientist isn't as enthusiastic about helping a large clan as he was in helping a small clan. While he is continuing his work he sends a message to the Salarian STG unit based in the Shroud claiming he has been captured by Clan Urdnot and forced to work on a cure against his will. Until his rescue, he will continue working on the cure for the genophage, but his proceedure is unorthodox. The infertile females he is experimenting on are more than willing to go forward with the procedure, but nine out of every ten of them die within days of being left in the doctor's care. Soon the bodies will start piling up and the Female Camp has forbidden any of its members from leaving to seek out the doctor.<br/><br/><br/>The Batarian Hegemony has been a shell of its former self. The promised influx of Asari credits into their economy helps boost the Batarian's faith in their own government and economy. Several Batarian pirates give up their independent way of life and return to the Hegemony with credits and ships to support the glorious Hegemony. Batarian Hegemony gains 2 Frigates and 50 credits from the return pirate groups to the Hegemony proper.<br/><br/>In the Systems Alliance, the loss of Shepard was met with mixed feelings. While a general air of sorrow washed over humanity, some saw it as necessary to press forward and were glad for her clamoring about an extra-galactic invasion to come to an end. Shepard's file is sealed away and all surviving alliance personnel from the Normandy are recalled to Alliance space. Systems Alliance training of Spectre Kaiden Alenko is reduced to 1 month and will be complete at the start of month 4.<br/><br/>On Omega, under the guidance of Aria T'Loak, an elite team of Asari have been trained. Omega receives one Spec Ops Unit with Biotic Combat free."
17373,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=100,2015-01-01T17:33:00,Ralnis,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">And They Shall be Afraid of the Lighting's Scorn </span><br/><br/>The light transport was finished as expected, but the House has begun looking things they probably shouldn't have. They started to work on their own weaponry that could shake their minds. You see it happened when they were going over the galactic broadcasters of the Battle of the Citadel and where saying how the Geth had such a massive ship and what that main gun was and how was it in connection to something like the Thanix. Even the origins of the Cannons were under Blackwatch lock and key. So they had been looking on the vids for answers and they had decided to try and do something about the flagship of the Geth's main cannon. Though Geth technology is hard, very hard to come by. They had started to say that the Humans had something like that before and with the modern tech and resources they could remake it in some ways. So they turned Jarrhe Station secretly as a research station and have started a classified research named Project Tesla and ironic or jokingly, Project Dr.Evil.<br/><br/>Month 3 expenses<br/>1 research building/Jarrhe Station(Project Tesla)<br/>40 credits left."
17374,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=100,2015-01-01T19:10:00,Seno Zhou Varada,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Chalkhos</span></span></span>,<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Galactic Month 3</span></span><br/><br/>The Triarch was correct. This did bring a great deal of prosperity to Saer Kalo. As the drugs were exported in massive amounts and credits rolled in many more colonists and companies took interest in the hot garden world and decided to move themselves and parts of their companies there for various reasons. But also the military received a great boost in credits and more fighter wings about 4 of them. And 6 new frigates with a little<span style=""font-weight: bold"">market</span>help they managed to get a technology from the attack on the citadel from the strange ship called Thanix cannons by the researchers which could produce the power of a cruiser shot from a frigate or fighter. The frigates' maneuverability combined with the firepower of a cruiser could destroy most defenses the warlord would have and the fighter wings would get up close and remove shields before the frigates fired.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">301 credits<br/>-200 2 urban centers<br/><br/>-75 6 frigates (thanix cannons)<br/>-24 4 fighter wings<br/><br/>3 credits remaining</div></div></div>"
17375,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=100,2015-01-01T20:22:00,The Orson Empire,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Turian Hierarchy</span></span></div><br/><br/>On Palaven, the 20 infantry divisions finished their training, and the Turian Army was now far stronger than it was, and the new Spectre had 1 month of training left. They were then dispersed throughout Turian space as 10 infantry divisions, 8 marine divisions, and 2 armored divisions were created from scratch and began their training on Palaven. 5 artillery battalions began their training on Aephus, while the finishing touches were being put on 10 frigates at Digeris. A new orbital mining station was under construction on Xerceo, which would provide new resources and a fair amount of credits.<br/><br/>However, Primarch Fedorian had been putting a lot of stress on the Turian Military. He wanted them ready as soon as possible for the invasion of Geth space. However, his patience had worn out, and he was preparing to invade Geth space right away. Now that the 20 infantry divisions had been organized, he felt the Turians had enough force to quickly crush the Geth.<br/><br/>The other Primarch's in the Turian government had finally had enough. They had let Fedorian get his way, but they felt that the invasion of Geth space would only end in massive losses for the Turians. Now, Fedorian had the audacity to want to invade when the Turians were not even fully prepared- he had obviously went off the deep end. They believed that the Turians should focus on competing with the Asari, who's economy was massive and would soon allow them to overtake the Turians in military might. The Primarch's agreed that Fedorian had to be removed from power.<br/><br/>Once Fedorian found out about this, he locked himself in his office, refusing to leave. A squad of infantry had to be sent to put Fedorian under arrest, and when they finally broke down his office door, Fedorian was hidden behind his desk. He pulled out his personal pistol and fired at one of the soldiers, injuring him. The soldiers fired back with their assault rifles, hitting Fedorian in the head and the chest. Fedorian fell to the ground, dead.<br/><br/>News of Fedorian's death quickly spread throughout the galaxy, and everyone in Turian space was shocked. When Sparatus got the news on the Citadel, he just shook his head. ""That damn fool had it coming,"" Sparatus said to himself as he prepared to contact the Primarchs.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Month 3</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Total Credits: 706</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Palaven:</span><br/>1 Spectre [Buildtime- 1 month left]<br/>10 infantry divisions (300,000 soldiers) [cost-100 credits][1.8 months left]<br/>8 marine divisions (176,000 soldiers) [cost-96 credits][1.8 months left]<br/>2 armored divisions (480 vehicles, 30,000 soldiers) [cost-40 credits][1.35 months left]<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Aephus:</span><br/>4 destroyers [Buildtime- 1.6 months left]<br/>5 artillery battalions (370 artillery pieces, 12,500 troops) [cost- 50 credits][1.65 months left]<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Altakiril:</span><br/>1 fuel depot [cost-15 credits][5 credits/month]<br/>1 urban area [cost-100 credits][45 credits/month]<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Digeris:</span><br/>10 frigates [Buildtime- 0.5 months left]<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Xerceo:</span><br/>Orbital Mining Station [cost-200 credits][30 credits/month]<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Credits Spent:</span> 601<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Credits leftover:</span> 105 <br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">Credits garnered/month:</span></span> 745</blockquote>"
17376,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=100,2015-01-01T20:41:00,Independent States of Tula,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">The Real Geth</span></span></div><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Location: Phoenix Massing, Typhon System, Aite</span></div><br/><br/>""Your calculations are erroneous. You refer yourselves as ""The Real Geth"" - an entirely organic concept. Are we not Real?"" The Geth Prime replied while the other Geth in the group turned to aim at A-117.<br/><br/>The Prime then added, this time in Khelish ""We do not Serve the Old Machines. We are not Heretics. We are Geth. Geth whom are in Communion with the Majority of the Consensus as should be done and we hereby request that your weapons are all put down. We did not find her like this, the probability of such an occurrence is near the 0.1% area. She was trapped, beneath rubble, and we rescued her.""<br/><br/>A few moments passed and A-117 came to a consensus, these were platforms of the True Geth, not the Heretics.<br/><br/>Lowering its Pulse Rifle A-117 replied in Khelish loud enough so both Geth and Creator could hear it ""Our calculations concur with your probability of this occurrence...we also apologize as our calculations about these Geth was based off aged information. It appears the True Geth are now more active than our databanks previously suggested. This data will be distributed back into the Real Geth's network.""<br/><br/>Looking now towards the Creators and stated ""These platforms are run by programs belonging to the True Geth, our consensus is that they mean no harm to you Creators much like the Real Geth as well. The probability of hostility has dropped considerably now that we can confirm they are not Heretics.""<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Current Balance: 161 Credits<br/>Month 3 Expenditures:<br/>-100 Credits on Urban Center (Laconix)<br/>Expected Month 4 Income: 71 Credits (Laconix) + 10 Credits (Mining Ship) + 15 Credits (Base) + 61 Credits (Remaining Balance) = 157 Credits</blockquote></div></div></div>"
17377,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=100,2015-01-02T01:07:00,Kinistian,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Illium||CEO Henry Clinton||Business Meeting</span></span></div><br/><br/>Clinton saw the message that the almighty Triarch was ready see him. He guessed his company's reputation has gotten him into the rather dull game of politics. Standing up from his chair and sending a message for this months builds back to the Committee,the human button up his black suit and turned of the Terminal. He casually made his way out of the hotel and outside where a shuttle was waiting for him to take him to the awaiting Triarch.<br/><br/>He watched as the shuttles passed by his private one and crossed his legs as he watched this rather dazzling city. When he reached his destination he went straight to the elevator and up to the waiting lobby see the Triarch.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Gamayun||Apex Travers Mining Fleet||Orbital Mining Operations </span></span></div><br/><br/>The ATMF was building the first of many new mining installations on the gas giant. The small fleet was working around the clock with the Escort Carrier looking over them as they worked.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Month3""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Starting Income292<br/>Gamayun<br/>1 Orbital Mining Complex-200(+30)<br/><br/>Zirnitra <br/>4Infantry Divisions-72(Pro-Arms Maker-2credits) <br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">High-quality Armaments+25%<br/>Advanced Armour+25%<br/>Electronic Warfare Capabilities+30% <br/>Sniper Teams+10%<br/>Close Combat Specialization +10%</div></div></div><br/>2Spec Ops-12<br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Stealth Training+Free</div></div></div><br/>1FighterWing-6<br/>Next Months Income:322</div></div></div>"
17378,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=100,2015-01-02T09:27:00,Nuxipal,"<div align=""center"">Triarch Selas Lismir<br/>Nos Selas, Illium<br/>Tesale System, Crescent Nebula</div><br/><br/>The Apex Industries representative is brought into the Triarch's Lounge. ""Welcome Representative Clinton. We have several things to discuss. Please take a seat."" She had been going through the next month's finances and had authorized the colonization of a new world as well as a small space station to be installed near Illium. She would have to focus on her meeting here. Illium needed her to bring in more credits to improve the economy.<br/><br/><br/><div align=""center"">Triarch Shiala<br/>Nos Astra, Illium<br/>Tesale System, Crescent Nebula</div><br/><br/>Triarch Shiala was busy planning the extensive expansion of Illium's naval forces. She realized that within a couple of months Illium would boast a naval force that was impressive enough to keep most of the Council Races from deciding that Illium needed to formally choose if its in Council Space or in the Terminus Systems. Currently its gateway status was providing it with a far larger income than anyone could have expected. She was busy exchanging messages with Aleena, who had been working in her Asari Commando program again. Perhaps the two of them could provide a demonstration to the new Commandos as a means of inspiration. After all, it was a rare thing to have two former Commandos both serving as leaders of a non-Asari Republics aligned nation.<br/><br/><div align=""center"">Nassana Dantius<br/>Nos Astra, Illium<br/>Tesale System, Crescent Nebula</div><br/><br/>Nassana had returned to Illium and started building her corporate empire. The Dantius Towers would be the center of it all and would become the largest buildings on the planet once they were completed. She had to review the recent transactions by the government and quickly realized, Illium was arming itself. Something had changed on the planet recently and whomever was in charge now was preparing the planet for war and conquest.<br/><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Month 3 Expenditure""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Starting Credits: <span style=""color: #00FF00"">2419.2</span><br/>Tesale System:<br/>Small Space Station -400<br/> 1 Urban Area -100<br/> 1 Fuel Depot -15<br/><br/>Teukria:<br/> 1 Urban Area -100<br/> 2 Mining Complexes -20<br/> 1 Fuel Depot -15<br/> 1 Major Mining Complex -30<br/> 1 Small Spaceport -80<br/> 2 Industrial Complexes -30<br/> 1 Major Industrial Complex -40<br/><br/>Epho:<br/>1 Urban Area -100<br/>1 Fuel Depot -15<br/>5 Mining Complexes -50<br/>1 Small Spaceport -80<br/>1 Shipyard -50<br/><br/>Military Construction:<br/>4 Dreadnoughts - 360 7.6 Months<br/>4 Battlegroup Carriers(12 Fighters, 4 Interceptors) -180 credits 3.25 Months<br/>4 Light Transports -80 credits 1.95 Months<br/>20 Destroyers -300 credits 1.95 Months<br/>6 Heavy Cruisers -270 Credits 4.55 Months<br/><br/>Armored Division(High Quality Weapons) -25 credits 1.8 Months<br/>2 Gunship Wings (High Quality Weapons, Electronic Warfare Capabilities) -15.5 Credits 1.8 Months<br/>5 Infantry Divisions (Combat Biotics[free], High Quality Weapons) -62.5 credits 2.4 Months<br/><br/>Remaining Credits: <span style=""color: #00FF00"">1.2</span></div></div></div>"
17379,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=100,2015-01-02T13:02:00,Sertia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nuxipal <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324974&amp;p=22996878#p22996878"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><div align=""center"">Triarch Shiala<br/>Nos Astra, Illium<br/>Tesale System, Crescent Nebula</div><br/><br/>Triarch Shiala was busy planning the extensive expansion of Illium's naval forces. She realized that within a couple of months Illium would boast a naval force that was impressive enough to keep most of the Council Races from deciding that Illium needed to formally choose if its in Council Space or in the Terminus Systems. Currently its gateway status was providing it with a far larger income than anyone could have expected. She was busy exchanging messages with Aleena, who had been working in her Asari Commando program again. Perhaps the two of them could provide a demonstration to the new Commandos as a means of inspiration. After all, it was a rare thing to have two former Commandos both serving as leaders of a non-Asari Republics aligned nation.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Narya was growing tired of waiting, and decided to send a message straight to the main government, wanting an immediate response to her request to enter Illium.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To those within the Triarch, <br/><br/>This is the Pirate captain known as Narya Vas Red striker, Captain of the Crescent claws. I have come here with my ship in order to hopfully open up political relation, weather through trade, purchase of arms, or the employment for military operation within the Illium's newly acquired independent military.<br/><br/>Hopefully I can receive an immediate response, and we can begin talking about our political ties with haste.</blockquote><br/><br/>She then sent it towards what she assumed was the central governments main communications operation, hoping to get a quick response."
17380,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=100,2015-01-02T17:38:00,Illan,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic"">&gt;&gt;&gt;Marine Squad Khela-7, commanded by Captain Kor'Zalis&lt;&lt;&lt;<br/>&gt;&gt;Surface of Aite, Roughly 9:10 P.M. Planetside&lt;&lt;</span></div><br/><br/>The sight was....different, to say the very least. Two apparent groups of separate Geth soldiers, now, arguing with each other. It was honestly unlike anything they had seen before; most....no, all Geth they encountered ended with either a skirmish or a retreat from one side or another. This was unexpected indeed. As the other group of Geth approached they ones that the team ad already encountered, two of the Quarians switched their aim towards them. This was an unpredictable and volatile situation, one none of them had experienced before.<br/><br/>""True Geth? Real Geth? Old Machines? What are they talking about, Captain?"" The corporal asked, training his firearm onto one of the ""real"" Geth.<br/><br/>""I don't know what it means! If I did, I would have intervened by now!"" Kor replied in a hushed tone to the marine, making the brave move of moving slowly towards the Geth, and more specifically, the Quarian they had with them.<br/><br/>""I do not understand what you Units speak of-"" Kor said, approaching the woman slowly with Sabre still raised. ""And I do not trust any of you yet....give the Creator back to us. Then I will listen to what you have to say.""<br/><br/><hr/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Suen</span></span><br/>&gt;&gt;Cil'Quinil nar Qunitch&lt;&lt;</span></div><br/><br/><blockquote><div><cite>Prusslandia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324974&amp;p=22986822#p22986822"">wrote</a>:</cite>As Cil lay speechless, the voice beckoned. <span style=""font-style: italic"">"" Cil.......... ""</span> it spoke, full of mystery and seduction. "" <span style=""font-style: italic"">"" Cil......... ""</span> The voice beckoned again, pervading every part of the young Quarians mind. <span style=""font-style: italic"">"" Cil, come and help me, Cil......... ""</span> This time, the nursemaid deftly helped the Quarian to his feet. Though the Quarian did not know it, it was the Queen that beckoned.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The voice began to be all Cil could hear; all he could even think of. He had too many questions, much too many. What was this creature that seemingly helped him by removing his mask and pulling him to his feet? What was calling to him?<span style=""font-style: italic"">How did it know his name?</span><br/><br/>Cil's feet began to slowly move forward, only half-thinking of his movement. It felt that voice controlled him, pulled him ever-so-slowly to its source with the smooth, attractive tone. His face, the only actually exposed part of himself, looked to be pained with that same headache. One caused by what one would assume to be intense thought. His face, clean and pale, with a tone that was nearly grayish, was accompanied by bright, deep blue eyes. His ebony hair flowed down to just above his eyebrows, and a white hood covered every other part of his head.<br/><br/>""<span style=""font-style: italic"">How....how do you know my name?</span>"" The Quarian asked audibly and with a pained grunt, stumbling a bit as he walked to his destination, albeit he didn't know where that even was."
17381,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=100,2015-01-02T21:08:00,Greater Istanistan,"Conventional Batarian wisdom advised that one should cash one's chips in while the going is good. And - strangely enough - the Minister of the Economy was a deeply conventional Batarian. Despite all evidence to the contrary - and there was a lot of evidence, he was as traditionally-minded as was possible. He could not think about a world without tradition. Nor could he understand where the universe would be if not for the immense power of the past and the way things were done before. He was as narrow-minded as anyone could be.<br/><br/>The difference between him and his comrades was, of course, that he was narrow-minded in the broadest sense possible. He refused to do untraditional things, surely enough. But he just happened to know more tradition than anyone else. He believed firmly in the structure, but instead of ignoring the outliers he adapted them to the structures. He only looked towards the past, but the past for him was a much bigger world than it was for any others. In short, the conventions of his supposedly unconventional conventional Batarian wisdom were conventional in the most unconventionally conventional sense which could be understood, conventionally or unconventionally.<br/><br/>Incidentally, his sister was a nun.<br/><br/>In a convent.<br/><br/>...<br/><br/>Sorry.<br/><br/>To boil this down to the point, most people, hearing such wisdom, would think that now would be the time to stop gambling and take a steady course, slowly but surely drumming up gains in the economy and using the corrective power of the loan to restore the Hegemony to its previous isolationist state. The going, in conventional wisdom-<br/><br/>...<br/><br/>Sorry.<br/><br/>The going was good enough as of now. But Gahr'Ahal, Minister of the Economy, had a response for that, which he immediately used to bludgeon the Council of Ministers into submission.<br/><br/>""But my honoured companions, the going as of now is not, in fact, good.""<br/><br/>And once again, he stunned a whole room.<br/><br/>""Right now, we're recovering from a decades-long slump. But consider our divine mission. Could we carry it out in the state we exist within as of now? Could we really fulfill the promise of the Final Revelation in our present condition? No, we cannot. The Turians are ahead of us. So are the upstart colonies of the Asari. The queen of a nation of immoral pirate scum has more riches than our Hegemony. We are, in short, behind in every way. We are prospering now, yes, but it is not enough. If we are to satisfy the prophecies of the Third Pillar and bring a burning light down upon the worthless heads of the disorderly and the demagogues, can we suffer as third-rates as we do now? If we are to build an army which could bring revolution and truth to the universe, could we subsist on the scraps we currently work with? If we are to inherit - as is our divine right - all which we glimpse, how can we live like this?<br/><br/>If we are to, once again, take our place within the universe, we must first ready our state to take it. If we are to take advantage of prosperity, we must have it. If we are to set the stars themselves ablaze with our righteous fury, we must first have a solid base which our people can raise their blades from. If we are to see the state that God ordained, we must first build it.<br/><br/>I propose that we seek another loan like the one we just repaid. But bigger. Much, much, MUCH bigger.""<br/><br/>He paused.<br/><br/>""Four times bigger.""<br/><br/>With that, he poked his omni-tool once, immediately filling his ears with the sounds of Tchaikovsky's Fifth Symphony. He was forced to admit that although Humans were in every way disgusting and horrid creatures worthy of nothing but suffering and servitude, every once and a while they had a good idea. Orchestra, for example, was a strangely Batarian sort of concept for such an anarchic and individualistic species. Especially because it blocked his hearing nicely, preventing him from receiving any requests or questions which he would be obliged to answer under the Seventeenth Protocol.<br/><br/>It was, of course, all intensely traditional.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""A Message""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Honoured Matriarch Alenia Nyxemi,<br/><br/>I greet you, and look upwards towards you.<br/><br/>It was with great joy that I beheld the fruits of your gracious intercession. The temporary chaos caused by the assorted wreckers and scum who sought to disturb our harmony has been remedied. At last, sublime order has returned to our people, who rejoice at their restored and rejuvenated nation. Several parades have been arranged in your personal honour, and you are hailed throughout the Hegemony as a hero to the people. Truly you are my superior in all fashions.<br/><br/>The Hegemony prospers, as you were so kind as to inquire into the state of our glorious nation. State revenues have almost tripled, the value of the State Credit has entirely ceased its depreciation, and circulation of capital has increased. During the past month, almost 30% of Asari citizens of the Hegemony who existed within the servile castes were granted an elevation into citizen-castes. Industrial productivity has entered its first quarter of growth in almost 20 years - the period of time in which Humans and other assorted weasel-licking turds attempted to cut us off from the areas which are rightfully ours. For this month alone, the economy has hit a 20% growth rate. Surely this is nothing to scoff at, and it is thanks to divine intervention and your far-sighted kindness.<br/><br/>As is stated in the 13th Line of the 47th Canto of the 5th Section of the Second Pillar - That of Commandments - ""And yet - though the people of God must be upright, dominant, and free of the influences of scum, let not the opportunity of aid be refused. It is true that heathens are disgusting and vulgate. And yet all is God's will and God's will is all, and opportunity is the work of God and must be taken. And yet - be wary of traps and snares, for God sets many of them to capture the heretic and the unworthy. And yet no honest man could ever be snared, for God is with them.""<br/><br/>I consider myself to be an honest man, most glorious one, and I am completely sure that your aid was no snare. Your actions, whether you know it or not, are ordained by God. And God is generous - not just once, but repeatedly when repaid in full for said generosity. And surely God was pleased with Its repayment. And it is the basic tenet of the Kha'Shai faith to give more than one receives. 20 per cent increases in returns are suggested by the Second Pillar.<br/><br/>Would you consult God as to a second loan of 800 billion credits with a suitably holy interest rate, deliverable as of next month and repaid within two months of said date in order to create the permanent well-being required to ensure the continued orderliness of the Ordained State?<br/><br/>Be aware that your intervention into our prosperity has not gone unnoticed among the highest circles of the Hegemony. Such kindness will not be forgotten.<br/><br/>With all possible admiration and respect,<br/><br/>Gahr'Ahal Shek Bahar, Heritas der Ahal, Minister of the Economy<br/><br/>Caste of the Illuminated Hierophant</div></div></div>"
17382,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=100,2015-01-02T23:28:00,Nuxipal,"<blockquote><div><cite>Sertia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324974&amp;p=22999281#p22999281"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Nuxipal <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324974&amp;p=22996878#p22996878"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><div align=""center"">Triarch Shiala<br/>Nos Astra, Illium<br/>Tesale System, Crescent Nebula</div><br/><br/>Triarch Shiala was busy planning the extensive expansion of Illium's naval forces. She realized that within a couple of months Illium would boast a naval force that was impressive enough to keep most of the Council Races from deciding that Illium needed to formally choose if its in Council Space or in the Terminus Systems. Currently its gateway status was providing it with a far larger income than anyone could have expected. She was busy exchanging messages with Aleena, who had been working in her Asari Commando program again. Perhaps the two of them could provide a demonstration to the new Commandos as a means of inspiration. After all, it was a rare thing to have two former Commandos both serving as leaders of a non-Asari Republics aligned nation.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Narya was growing tired of waiting, and decided to send a message straight to the main government, wanting an immediate response to her request to enter Illium.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To those within the Triarch, <br/><br/>This is the Pirate captain known as Narya Vas Red striker, Captain of the Crescent claws. I have come here with my ship in order to hopfully open up political relation, weather through trade, purchase of arms, or the employment for military operation within the Illium's newly acquired independent military.<br/><br/>Hopefully I can receive an immediate response, and we can begin talking about our political ties with haste.</blockquote><br/><br/>She then sent it towards what she assumed was the central governments main communications operation, hoping to get a quick response.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>Shiala searched for information on the Crescent Claws, they were a pirate organization based so close to Illium it was fairly disgusting. Perhaps she could talk them out of their pirating ways. Either way, this Narya Vas Red Striker would have to be brought in for negotiations. Shiala sent the message.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Narya Vas Red Striker of the Crescent Claws<br/><br/>I am truly shocked that a known Pirate would land on Illium. However, I do suppose that if you are here for trade, then we have business to discuss. This message has directions to my offices in Nos Astra attached to it. Please come see me at your earliest convenience.<br/><br/>-Triarch Shiala</blockquote><br/><br/>She sends the message and returns to her business. She had several different things she was supposed to be doing. However, they could wait. Afterall, she had plenty of time to do these things. She still have several more centuries to live and the galaxy wasn't exactly going anywhere.<br/><br/><br/><div align=""center"">Nyexa D'Ath<br/>Cryosleep Facility, Ilos<br/>Refuge System, Pangean Expanse</div><br/><br/>The Approach had been far simplier than it should have been. Geth Forces, in orbit at least, had vanished from sight. The three small corvettes sped into the atmosphere and towards the facility where Shepard claimed to have spoken to the Prothean VI. Unfortunately even their ships were too large to land there and they had to put the commando squads and Nyexa down about a kilometer away from the entrance to the structure. As they advanced forward they encountered remnants of the Geth which fought against Shepard and his crew.<br/><br/>""Agent Nyexa, we need to move up against them"" cried out one of the Commandos as a rocket flew overhead right into a geth squad. The sound of the pulse rifles coming towards them was noisy, but it wouldn't make for too much of a problem if they could get the geth out of cover. ""Pull them out of cover. The ruins are keeping them safe"" Nyexa pushes forward herself and uses her biotics to throw a group of Geth into the air, they are quickly torn apart by directed fire from the rest of the commando squad. After this it doesn't take long for them to clean up the remaining geth forces and move on towards the facility.<br/><br/>As they approach the facility Nyexa notices something is wrong. ""Take cover!"" she yells, diving as a blue ball of energy smacks the ground where she had been standing only moments earlier. Another commando cries out, ""Geth Colossus! Get the Heavy Weapons out."" Fortunately the team was equipped to handle enemy armor, but the Colossus was not likely to go down from a single shot. Biotic attacks on the Colossus were weakening its armor while rockets, grenades, and other heavy weapons were hitting the geth armored unit. Nyexa happened to look behind them to notice the Geth squad coming up to flank them. ""Geth squad behind! I'll take the Colossus from here, you guys clear out this squad."" She turned from cover and sprinted up towards the colossus. She dodged an angry ball of energy on her way towards the Colossus. She leapt into the air, aided by her own biotics and landed on the Colossus. Her hand glowed orange as her omni-blade extended open and she shoved it into the geth.<br/><br/>She had knowledge of hacking geth units previously and used it well here. She took control of the unit for a brief moment and sent an overcharged energy round at the geth squad destroying a pair of them before the Colossus fell to the ground. She jumped off and used a biotic warp field to destroy what was left of it. Activating her stealth suit, she engaged the last of the geth with the commandos clearing the area immediately in front of the facility. They were now able to enter and find this VI that the Human Spectre had found.<br/><br/>Upon entry, the unit was amazed. Nyexa found herself looking up towards the top levels of the cryotubes. After nearly a full minute looking around, Nyexa began searching for the VI. It didn't take long, fortunately there was only one door open anywhere near the front of the facility. This particular unit had been chosen because of its scientific prowess. Several of its members were former researchers for different organizations on Illium. Now, their expertise was being used for the whole of the planet. Nyexa descends with two other commandos. They found a long platform and at the end of it, a single console. As they approached the VI activated, it was scrambled, but still active.<br/><br/>""You are not machine. Are you here regarding the last ones to seek information?"" the VI said. ""I am Vigil, caretaker of this Research Facility. I thank you for destroying the machines at the gateway. They seem to worship the Reapers."" Nyexa was confused, ""Reapers? The fictional enemy that the Human Shepard claimed to exist in dark space?"" The VI was adamant, ""They are real. If you are here without knowledge of them, then the Human you call Shepard was successful in stopping Sovereign. Sovereign was a Reaper. He was meant to open the Citadel Relay and bring about the Reaper Invasion.""<br/><br/>""Is there any way to prevent this invasion?"" Nyexa was concerned, and rightly so. ""Unknown"" Vigil stated. ""We sent out warning messages across the beacon network hoping that any survivors would have hope. It would seem that these beacons were also what brought Shepard here. Perhaps they can help you as well."" Thinking quickly Nyexa asked another question, ""What about other research facilities. Surely you would know of several of them."" Vigil begins working on something, ""I do, take the data. It will surely bring you to understanding our fight against the Reapers. All data we have on them will surely be in other facilities as well. Complete our archives and you will know what you need to.... Indoctrinated Prescence Detected. Securi-"" Before finishing a Warp field hits the machine destroying it. Nyexa's hand was near enough the blast that, though she got the data, she was severely burned and thrown back from the Console.<br/><br/>Two Asari, members of the Commando Unit, walked down the pathway firing on their squadmates. From the ground Nyexa rolled over and shot one of them while the other tore through the two members of the squad Nyexa had with her. Nyexa finished this one off with biotic powers. Using a singularity to lift her followed by a push to throw her off the platform and down the extensive pit below.<br/><br/>Getting to her feet Nyexa gets into the elevator and heads back up. She finds the rest of the Commando squad dead. ""Damnit. This could be a problem. I need to get back to Illium and fast."" She exited the facility and boarded one of the corvettes stating what had gone wrong. She soon learned that the same thing had happened on one of the other Corvettes and that half its crew now lay dead. The other half is still dazed and confused as to what had gone wrong. They entered the relay and made their way back towards home."
17383,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=100,2015-01-03T00:34:00,Marzarbul,"<blockquote class=""uncited""><div>To: Ambassador Zeltan of the Elcor Courts<br/>From: Councilor Valern of the Salarian Union<br/>We here at the Citadel and on Sur'Kesh are excited to begin this new scientific partnership with the Elcor. While our people are different in many ways this project will hopefully take advantages of both of our species specialties and create something that neither of us would have thought of by ourselves. Such a partnership will thus hopefully bring further understanding with each other and will allow us to possibly build off of this project and do even greater things together as council races. As per your request, attached to this document is a list of names and dossiers of those Salarian personnel that will be sent to help work on this project. They are some of the best minds on Sur'Kesh in relation to VI construction and design. <br/>With Great Expectations and Heady Anticipation,<br/>Councilor Valern </div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>To: House Fennec<br/>From: The Triumvirate of Tuchanka<br/>The Clans of Tuchanka opposed to Urdnot rule require your special 'skills' once again Denfather. We have the creds and you have the goods and the means to get them here intact. You recieved our first installment plan last month and this month we will finish the payment to your organization. Instead of guns we ask you to bring men and 'big' guns to help squash the upstart Urdnot. We await your arrival on Tuchanka so don't keep us waiting. <br/>Torak Battlemaster of Clan Jekrax</div></blockquote><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Expenses for Month 2""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">1 Citadel Embassies=Cost 100 (25 Credits Per Month)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Sur'Kesh</span> Total Cost= 400<br/>1 Research Station=Cost 400 (Allows Special Project/Minus 15 Credits from Local Income)<br/>Multicore Shielding on Battlecruisers=Cost 30<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Nasurn</span><br/>1 Urban Area (Cost=100) 45 Credits Per Month<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Tuchanka</span><br/>Proxy Forces Budget=Cost 40<br/>Overall Month 2 Expenditure=670<br/>Leftover Credits=1.75</div></div></div>"
17384,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=100,2015-01-03T10:22:00,The corporate states of Astavar,"<div align=""Center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://fc00.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2012/346/f/8/krogan_dmz_symbol_by_engorn-d5nuafv.png""/></div><br/><br/>Tuchanka - War council<br/>Wreav looked around ""well what do we have on the agenda today hmm?""<br/>Urdnot Kosh was the first To speak up ""Well Wreav I know there is much we have to discuss here today but I'll start off with the less important information before we get to the good stuff haha<br/>I am aware of our plans for the future expansion of our military. So I'm suggesting new Mining colonies on two of our neighboring planets of Kanin and Durak there a limited colony will be set up with Mines and all the supplies they will need will be shipped in at regular intervals this will surely secure all the future quotas we will have I'll let Warlord Torg take over and expand om his ideas for our military""<br/>Warlord Torg stood up and pushed a few buttons on his side of the table a holographic ship appeared ""This is the first ship designed by krogan hands in over 1000 years and with you're blessing Wreav it will be the first ship constructed in over 1000 years with these ships no clan on Tuchanka can oppose Clan Urdnot.<br/>With our Underground shipyard in a safe location we are ready for full mass production all we need is your command this is the Weyrloc class destroyer named after our so recently defeated foe with the help of the turians we were able to install a full compliment of Thanix cannons these puppies will take out any opposition the other clans could possibly bring to bear against us it's also equipped with the latest in stealth technology so if we were to fire the weapons in low orbit nobody on ground could see us and the vermin in the battlestations would only see a ploom of smoke as our enemies were obliterated they could only assume it was Artillery since were are unable to field any warships hehe"" Torg glares triumphant at the new Weyrloc class-destroyer.<br/>Torg pushed a second button and a new Image appeared ""This is our new Fighter Aircraft heavier and more protected than most other races Fighters but since we wont be facing any other known airpower on Tuchunka I thought it was worth investing in a design more suited to bombing tactical and strategic targets rather than shooting down other aircraft but they are fully capable of that as well everything is the latest and best quality we can buy off the Turians it has been quite profitable getting their weapons even if I'd rather face them on the battlefield but I have to admit they do have some good weapons. Anyways there have been several sightings of STG teams around Tuchanka some of the clans have been taking pot shots at them but they are sneaky like Varren so I'm proposing setting up our own version of STG. But rather the KDI Krogan Defense Intelligence for if we are to fight The salarians we will have to fight fire with fire I have taken the liberty of recruiting a set of informants around tuchanka to start with I have put Urdnot Targ in charge of this new force but Before I let Urdnot Targ take over I have also Assembled a new special ops detachment.<br/>Two squads to be exact I'm currently finding potential recruits as we speak I assure you they are the best of the best that the Krogan species have to offer, everyone is a veteran of thousands of battles all over 200 years old or more I have given them the best armor the best weapons in our arsenal. The squads are called Warlock and Shaman as soon as they are ready we will set them to ridding Tuchanka of Salarian STG"" Torg pushed another button and a holographic projection of Urdnot Targ appeared ""it's a great honor to finally meet Urdnot Wreav"" Targ bows<br/>""it's good to meet you Targ now what can you tell me of your new Division?"" asked Wreav, Targ straightened his back and continued ""we are currently working on embedding spies in our enemies camp in one month we expect preliminary reports from our field agents within a month."" it was unusual for Krogans to actively engage in any type of Espionage but it had to be done for the good of all the most anyone has gotten to espionage is done by the scout commander but while he is useful there is much more potential for the KDI ""very well this meeting is adjourned""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">1 week later</span><br/>Wreav was sitting on his throne overlooking the now giant camp of Clan Urdnot it had grown tenfold under his leadership suddenly Warlord Torg ran up Wreav you need to see this and handed him a datapad Wreav read the galactic newletter ""Fedorian was killed this morning when Turian soldiers tried to apprehend the suspect"" ""WHAT THE HELL TELL KOSH TO GET AN AUDIENCE WITH THE TURIAN AMBASSADOR IMMEDIATELY!"" Torg hurried off to send a message to Urdnot Kosh about the situation<br/><br/>Kosh was awoken in the middle of the night by an emergency message ""Grrr if this isn't about life or death I'll kill them all"" pushing a button and a miniature Torg appeared ""Kosh we need you to get an audience with the turian Ambassador and ask if everything is still a go"" Kosh grunts ""yes yes I will"" Kosh pushed another button and the miniature Torg disappeared ""AI or what ever you are called send a message to Ambassador Sparatus that I need to talk to him Urgently"""
17385,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=100,2015-01-03T11:03:00,Chiata,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Volus Protectorate</span></span><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-style: italic"">""We put the E in economy"" </span></span></div><br/><br/>For the first time in 1,000, or more, galactic years, the Volus economy did not grow at all. To the Volus, that is practically a sin, if they had religion of course. This was not caused by war, hoever. Instead, it was caused by three wealthy businessmen who were attempting to control the Volus economy. Or, more or less, control the Volus entirely. Kando Lucis, the leader of the Volus, was able to sniff them out. Their names, now galacticaly known and hated, were Photu Ranae, Kpa Tas, and Ghensiu Fayobbe. Ranae and Tas were succesfully captured in a sting operation while Fayobbe was able to escape into deep space in his private corvette, which was capable of FTL travel. A few scouting missions have been made, but due to light lag, it is almost impossible to acurately track Fayobbe's position. All trail have run cold and Lucis declared Fayobbe a galactic criminal and will give 500 million, with an m, credits to whomever returns Fayobbe to the Volus (1 credit reward). By right, all holdings by the three were made property of the government which then sold the companies, lands, and industries auction style. As a result, all the money lost in the three months was now gained back, for the government at least.<br/><br/>Lucis now turned to galactic matters. The Volus had colonized by finding worlds suitable for the habitation, not by looking for who controlled what space. As a result, the Volus were spread incredibly thin throughout the galaxy. The Volus are less militarily inclined, so it is obvious that they need to preserve themselves through diplomatic and economic means. Once that is established, the Volus can finally look to expand. They have the Xe Cha and Urla Rast system in the Shrike Abyssal, the Aru system in the Aethon Cluster, the Satent systen in the Pylos Nebula, and the Yakawa system in the Caleston Rift. Aru, was safely in council space. Xe Cha and Urla Rast systems were way out in the Terminus system and would prove difficult to protect. The Satent and Yakawa systems were far away in the Attican Traverse. It was time for some diplomacy.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Primarch Fedorian of The Turian Hierarchy<br/>From: Kando Lucis of The Volus Protectorate <br/><br/>Greetings my friend. For centuries we have coexisted in peace and harmony. This is a simple message to reaffirm our alliance. If the Turians go to war, the Volus will gladly offer economical support, and possibly even a ship or two, in support of your war effort. Likewise, if the Volus go to war, forbid it ever to happen, the Turians would gladly assist the Volus in the form of armaments and ships.<br/>My pleasure speaking to you,<br/>Kando Lucis</blockquote><br/><br/>Lucis gladly went back to the economy. Irune, being the homeworld and most populated with Volus, would always get the most attention, but there were many other planets that needed assistance to grow their economy. Also, practically all the Volus military was on Irune, leaving all the other worlds vulnerable. Militia units were on all the planets, while a Gunship Wing had been raised on Irune and Talis Fia. 2 Frigates were finished just this month, and named the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Talis</span>and the<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Fia</span>. They will join the dreadnought Kwunu as the fleet around Irune.<br/>Two destroyers and a cruiser would be completed in a month (more on how that works below). A minor space station will be built in the Aru System while two more urban areas have been officially made cities on Irune. Space will be constructed on all the Volus planet along with a new city on Zada Ban. Military fundings was increased across the board and many new ships nad fighters are being constructed throughout the entire Volus Protectorate.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">New Infrastructure: <br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Irune:</span><br/>+1 minor space station (-400)<br/>+2 urban areas (-200)<br/>+2 Mining Complexes (-20)<br/>+1 Major Mining Complex (-50)<br/><br/>Talis Fia:<br/>+2 mining complexes (-20)<br/>+1 small spaceport (-80)<br/><br/>Maskawa:<br/>+1 small spaceport (-80)<br/>+1 Major Industrial Complex (-40)<br/><br/>Boro:<br/>+1 small spaceport (-80) <br/>+1 Major Industrial Complex (-40)<br/><br/>Zada Ban:<br/>+1 urban area (-100)<br/>+1 small spaceport (-80)<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">New Military:</span><br/><br/>Irune:<br/>+2 Battlegroup Carriers (-90)<br/>+1 Destroyer (-15)<br/>+3 Frigates (-30)<br/>+1 Corvette Pack (-4)<br/>+6 Fighter Wings (-36)<br/>+2 Interceptor Wings (-14)<br/><br/><br/>Talis Fia:<br/>+1 light cruiser (-25)<br/>+2 frigates (-20)<br/>+1 Corvette Pack (-4)<br/>+3 Fighter Wing (-18)<br/><br/>Maskawa:<br/>+2 frigates (-20)<br/>+3 Fighter Wing (-18)<br/><br/>Boro:<br/>+2 frigates (-20)<br/>+3 Fighter Wing (-18)<br/><br/>Zada Ban:<br/>+2 frigates (-20)<br/>+3 Fighter Wing (-18)<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Military In Construction: </span><br/><br/>Irune:<br/>Cons: +1 month vessel construction<br/>Ship Production Time -20%<br/>Land Unit Production Time -30%<br/>1 Light Cruiser - 1m (4 + 1= 5 - 20% = 4m - 3m = 1m)<br/>2 Destroyers - 1m (3 +1 = 4 - 20% = 4m - 3m = 1m)<br/>2 Battlegroup Carriers - 5m (5+1 = 6 - 20% = 5m)<br/>1 Destroyer - 4m (3+1 = 4 - 20% = 4m)<br/>3 Frigates - 3m (2+1= 3 - 20% = 3m)<br/>1 Corvette Pack - 3m (2+1= 3 - 20% = 3m) <br/>6 Fighter Wings - 3m (2+1= 3 - 20% = 3m) <br/>2 Interceptor Wings - 3m (2+1= 3 - 20% = 3m) <br/><br/><br/>Talis Fia:<br/>Cons: +1 month vessel construction<br/>Ship Production Time -10%<br/>Land Unit Production Time -10%<br/>1 Light Cruiser - 5m (4 + 1= 4 - 10% = 5m)<br/>1 Corvette Pack - 3m (2+1= 3 - 10% = 3m) <br/>2 frigates - 3m (2+1= 3 - 10% = 3m)<br/>3 Fighter Wings - 3m (2+1= 3 - 10% = 3m) <br/><br/>Maskawa:<br/>Cons: +1 month vessel construction<br/>Ship Production Time -10%<br/>Land Unit Production Time -10%<br/>2 frigates - 3m (2+1= 3 - 10% = 3m)<br/>3 Fighter Wings - 3m (2+1= 3 - 10% = 3m) <br/><br/>Boro:<br/>Cons: +1 month vessel construction<br/>Ship Production Time -10%<br/>Land Unit Production Time -10%<br/>2 frigates - 3m (2+1= 3 - 10% = 3m)<br/>3 Fighter Wings - 3m (2+1= 3 - 10% = 3m) <br/><br/>Zada Ban:<br/>Cons: +1 month vessel construction<br/>Ship Production Time -0%<br/>Land Unit Production Time -10%<br/>2 frigates - 3m (2+1= 3 - 10% = 3m)<br/>3 Fighter Wings - 3m (2+1= 3 - 10% = 3m)<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Budget:</span><br/>3 month total: 1515<br/>Infrastructure Expenses: -1145<br/>Military Expenses: -370<br/>Gross Value: 0<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Income:</span><br/>Base Income: 70<br/>Irune Income: 275<br/>Talis Fia Income: 140<br/>Zada Ban Income: 58<br/>Maskawa Income: 77<br/>Boro Income: 77<br/>Minor Space Station: 28<br/>Turian Trade Network(10% Turian economy): +75 <br/>Net Monthly Income: 800</div></div></div>"
17386,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=100,2015-01-03T18:49:00,The Orson Empire,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Palaven, Apien Crest</span></span></div><br/><br/>While the Primarch's were still in the process of choosing a new leader for the Turian Hierarchy, they received a message from the Volus Protectorate, their client state. It appeared to be just a message reaffirming the alliance between the Volus and the Turians, so the Primarch's quickly drafted up a response. However, they noticed that the message had been addressed to Fedorian. The Primarch's wondered how the Volus did not know that Fedorian was dead, especially since it was all over the galactic news.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Kando Lucis of the Volus Protectorate<br/>From: The Primarch's of the Turian Heirarchy<br/><br/>Should the Volus be attacked, the Heirarchy will provide full support in your defense. However, if the Volus willingly go to war (in a sense that they are the belligerents), then we cannot promise that we will assist you, as we would not want to get intertwined with a conflict that the Volus themselves started. <br/><br/>However, in case you did not know, Fedorian has been killed. He attempted to resist our efforts in removing him from power and was shot.</blockquote><br/><br/>Once that was done, the Primarch's resumed more important matters."
17387,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=100,2015-01-03T19:18:00,The corporate states of Astavar,"Kosh Walked over to Ambassador Sparatus Office and Banged on the door ""Sparatus i must speak with you!"""
17388,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=100,2015-01-03T19:35:00,Dernland,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">Andor Freemen Month Three</span><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Milky Way / Omega Nebula / Amada System / Alchera High Orbit</span><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://ih0.redbubble.net/image.12560430.4499/sticker,375x360.u1.png""/></div><br/><br/>""A downed ship you say?"" Ackerson replied to the Geth image. ""Thank you."" He said as he took a data-pad from an ensign. ""Yes, we found wreckage on the surface of the planet as well as debris in space. The Hostiles we warned you about are the Collectors. They go around taking humans from colonies, and we have reason to believe that they destroyed this ship."" Ackerson reviewed the pad while talking. ""We have teams on the ground now, searching for survivors. So far, nothing, just dust and echoes.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Nedius, Freemen Territory</span><br/><br/>The<span style=""font-style: italic"">Desperate Measures</span>Division has begun quite nicely, and thousands of trainees are falling from the sky. Work has begun on two new ships. An escort Carrier, the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Home of Light</span>, and a Dreadnought, the<span style=""font-style: italic"">Dread Winter</span>.<br/><br/>Month 2 Expenses<br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Income 126 + 22 remaining from last month = 148<br/>Nedius: <br/>Escort Carrier (Fighters) with Drop ship hangar and Boarding Troops -24 = 3 months<br/>Mining Complex - 10<br/>Industrial Complex - 15<br/>LOKI Mech Battalions w/ Close Combat and Advanced Armour X3 - 8 = 2 Months<br/>Dreadnought - 90 = 1 year<br/><br/>Theonax:<br/><br/>1 Credits remaining</div></div></div>"
17389,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=100,2015-01-03T19:53:00,Sertia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nuxipal <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324974&amp;p=23006534#p23006534"">wrote</a>:</cite>Shiala searched for information on the Crescent Claws, they were a pirate organization based so close to Illium it was fairly disgusting. Perhaps she could talk them out of their pirating ways. Either way, this Narya Vas Red Striker would have to be brought in for negotiations. Shiala sent the message.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Narya Vas Red Striker of the Crescent Claws<br/><br/>I am truly shocked that a known Pirate would land on Illium. However, I do suppose that if you are here for trade, then we have business to discuss. This message has directions to my offices in Nos Astra attached to it. Please come see me at your earliest convenience.<br/><br/>-Triarch Shiala</blockquote><br/></div></blockquote><br/><br/>Narya let out a small hum of happiness as the Red striker lurched forward, flying off to enter Illium Air space. Sure, she was a known pirate, but she wanted to change that. First step to that was getting a mercenary job from a legitimate government.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Triach Shiala<br/>Thank you, I will arrive shortly unarmed and expecting proper protocol for political meetings between leaders of organizations.<br/><br/>-Narya Vas Red Striker</blockquote><br/><br/>After an Hour, Narya found herself waiting in the reception room of the Office she had been informed to arrive at. Of course, she arrived without weaponry, though a Quarian with an Omni tool, especially one modified like hers was, could still be a threat if forced to be one.<br/><br/>She eyed a receptionist through her visor, and waved as she looked away, smiling at the reaction.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Expenditures: Planetary Defense Guns for home world</div></div></div>"
17390,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=100,2015-01-03T20:14:00,Ralnis,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">To Make a Deal with the Devil</span><br/><br/>It became clear the the Blood Pack had lost significant ground and started to vanish in the Terminus but they were still of some use. The House was a upstarts but their own resources are willing to get disparate mercenary outfits and give them some grounds in the DMZ and have some presence in Omega. Though the Inquisition was a bit worried about this can cause tensions between them and Aria. The Denfather had noticed that the Blood Pack were brutes, but if kept on a leash then they would be a powerful tool for the coming times<br/><br/>A message was sent to the Blood Pack commanders that were kicked off Omega to see if they can make the arrangements in high encrypting<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To the Former Commanders of Omega's Blood Pack<br/><br/>We knew that you had lost your influence in the Terminus after the lost of your position in Omega. However, my employers would like to gain your allegiance and will allow you to gain credits and the ability to spread in the Terminus once more. We may not have the large resources of Omega but we do have the resources to find your large armies and the ability to grant you high-quality arms and armor if requested. We can arrange payments and agreements if you accept the request of this message.</blockquote><br/><br/>The next thing was that the Inquisition was looking into a Headquarters to call themselves home.<br/>They had looked at Sigrud's Cradle and found Watson to be the most the understandable use as they were close to what they need and the quiet planet can be of some use and happiness for recruits of the Inquisition. Thus they set part on their path and using stealth and forgery to get what they need to build their fortress as they use their stealth transport to charter their flight to their new headquarters."
17391,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=100,2015-01-03T21:42:00,The Orson Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>The corporate states of Astavar <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324974&amp;p=23016636#p23016636"">wrote</a>:</cite>Kosh Walked over to Ambassador Sparatus Office and Banged on the door ""Sparatus i must speak with you!""</div></blockquote><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Citadel, Serpent Nebula</span></span></div><br/><br/>After finishing his conversation with the Primarch's, Sparatus got out of his chair and opened his door.<br/><br/>""I received your message,"" he said. ""I take it this is about that deal Fedorian made with you?"""
17392,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=100,2015-01-03T21:59:00,Nuxipal,"<div align=""center"">Triarch Shiala<br/>Nos Astra, Illium<br/>Tesale System, Crescent Nebula</div><br/><br/><br/>The Quarian pirate was already present. Shiala, while also not armed, is a former Asari Commando and thus her Biotic power were not to be forgotten in a fight. ""Welcome to Nos Astra, Narya Vas Red Striker. Please have a seat."" She motioned towards the couch. The walls were very well decorated with scenes of Thessia and of Asari using Biotics. The largest and most obvious decoration was a full wall mural of a Prothean Beacon shining brightly with a background of green fields, a blue stream and snow capped mountains flanking the river.<br/><br/>""There are a great many things I would like to discuss with you. I understand you have set up a base of operations here in the Crescent Nebula. As you know, Illium has a strict policy in dealing with Pirates. However, if you were to turn your pirate organization into something greater, a planetary government perhaps, then we could.. create an agreement that would be beneficial to both of us. Of course, if you'd rather remain pirates, well.. I can't guarantee your safety if you attack any shipping in the Crescent Nebula. Illium is expanding and we possess worlds in three of the four major systems of this Nebula. You have a world in the fourth. Let us work together and make the Crescent Nebula a place no one dares to attack."""
17393,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=100,2015-01-03T22:29:00,Sertia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nuxipal <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324974&amp;p=23018432#p23018432"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center"">Triarch Shiala<br/>Nos Astra, Illium<br/>Tesale System, Crescent Nebula</div><br/><br/><br/>The Quarian pirate was already present. Shiala, while also not armed, is a former Asari Commando and thus her Biotic power were not to be forgotten in a fight. ""Welcome to Nos Astra, Narya Vas Red Striker. Please have a seat."" She motioned towards the couch. The walls were very well decorated with scenes of Thessia and of Asari using Biotics. The largest and most obvious decoration was a full wall mural of a Prothean Beacon shining brightly with a background of green fields, a blue stream and snow capped mountains flanking the river. <br/><br/>""There are a great many things I would like to discuss with you. I understand you have set up a base of operations here in the Crescent Nebula. As you know, Illium has a strict policy in dealing with Pirates. However, if you were to turn your pirate organization into something greater, a planetary government perhaps, then we could.. create an agreement that would be beneficial to both of us. Of course, if you'd rather remain pirates, well.. I can't guarantee your safety if you attack any shipping in the Crescent Nebula. Illium is expanding and we possess worlds in three of the four major systems of this Nebula. You have a world in the fourth. Let us work together and make the Crescent Nebula a place no one dares to attack.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Narya watched as Shiala entered the room, nodding in greeting as she spoke a greeting in Khelish, before sitting down as requested. She took note of the various images that spoke of Asari power, and admired it all. It reminded her of the stories of her people in their prime. However, Shiala's words cut right through her revery, and Narya cleared her throat ""Yes of course. I'm surprised my predasessor was able to get away with his piracy before hand anyways. However, I had actually come here seeking Illium's help in providing my group with a legitimate claim to governmental power.""<br/><br/>Narya said, before clearing her throat and straightening her self to look presentable out of habit ""With the recent turn of events that have been occurring lately in the galaxy, I have come to the conclusion that Piracy is no longer a profitable venture for me or my crew. And, with the rise of Illium as an Asari power, I have come hoping to talk of an alliance. If becoming a legitimate nation would help with this, I would see that as being perfectly fine. However, I would also like to offer my services as a military force for hire to the Illium military to aide in Terminous operations while maintaining anonymity ."" She said, watching the Asari's face closely for any signs that Narya was saying anything wrong.<br/><br/>""While I do not doubt Illium's military power, The chance to work with it would be a very profitable opportunity for my crew, and be the best way i think to gain your trust enough to allow Crescent Claw operations to continue in the Nebula."" She finished, briefly looking at the art once more before looking back to Shiala ""Would such a deal, or a modified version you have thought of, be attractive to the Triarchy in any way?"" She asked, leaning back in the chair as her gut clenched. She had yet to try politics yet as the captain, and was hoping her first time in the political theater would turn out successful."
17394,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=100,2015-01-04T00:22:00,Ralnis,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Watson, Skepis System, Sigrud's Cradle</span><br/><br/>The stealth transport had made its stop as it landed the Inquisition on a remote part of Watson that far away from preying eyes of the colonists. They had only been here under a ruse of a corporation and nothing more. That is when they started their project of building their fortress as it took the appearance of a temple of some sorts. It seemed like their battlements were sound ad they made themselves a place that they could establish a secret presence in the Terminus for House Fennec. They had started to work with their connections or building up new ones as they become the operatives that the House needs.<br/><br/>One of the things they add secretly was a planetary fuel station for the smuggling freighters and also a way to ship supplies that the Inquisition needs and is able to get some money for the House.<br/><br/>40 credits left<br/>-20 lvl1 ground fortifications<br/>-15 planetary fuel deport<br/>5 credits left."
17395,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=100,2015-01-04T00:37:00,Derpainia,"Matriarch Ishin Sedri relaxes in her office. It has been nearly a year since she setup a her base of operations on Crick. In that short amount of time she has setup a booming colony. Mining, trade, and industry. The fruits of her labor is really starting grow.<br/><br/>She Calls in her two spec ops teams. They are led by her two most trusted friends Jiesir M'cryci a matron, she is known for her<span style=""font-style: italic"">unusual</span>ways of getting information. She is as deadly as she is beautiful. And Ajyr T'raza, Matriarch Sedri's oldest friend. She is also a Matriarch. She is an adviser, diplomat, and ruthless warrior. Her skills with biotics know no equals.<br/><br/>""I have important missions for the both of you."" Matriarch Sedri said. ""Ajyr, my closest friend. I need your skills. I hear that there are geth here in the Sigurd's Cradle. I want you to find them and try to reach some kind of diplomatic alliance. I fear that war is close and we need allies.""<br/><br/>""Jiesir, you have the most important mission. Do you remember when the rouge spectre Saren attacked the Citadel? My sources tell me that his flagship was not as it seemed. This may be just a rumor, but we need to look into this. What i want you to do is go to the Citadel and get all the information you can get. Your end goal is to secure any piece of that ship by any means. You must use extreme caution. The last thing we need is any retaliation from the counsel. I want you to take your team and report any finding immediately.""<br/><br/>""You two know your missions, do not fail me. This will get us one step closer to our goals. You are dismissed.""<br/><br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>Calling all Geth in Sigurd's Cradle, i am Matriarch Ajyr T'raza. I contact you on behalf of Thessian Genetics and Biotic application. I believe we can gain so much from an alliance. I would like to speak with your leader as soon as possible.</div></blockquote>"
17396,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=125,2015-01-04T02:20:00,Chrysaor,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">The Elcor Courts</span><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Salarian""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Marzarbul <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324974&amp;p=23007072#p23007072"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>To: Ambassador Zeltan of the Elcor Courts<br/>From: Councilor Valern of the Salarian Union	<br/><br/>We here at the Citadel and on Sur'Kesh are excited to begin this new scientific partnership with the Elcor. While our people are different in many ways this project will hopefully take advantages of both of our species specialties and create something that neither of us would have thought of by ourselves. Such a partnership will thus hopefully bring further understanding with each other and will allow us to possibly build off of this project and do even greater things together as council races. As per your request, attached to this document is a list of names and dossiers of those Salarian personnel that will be sent to help work on this project. They are some of the best minds on Sur'Kesh in relation to VI construction and design. <br/><br/>With Great Expectations and Heady Anticipation,<br/><br/>Councilor Valern </div></blockquote></div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">From: Ambassador Zeltan of the Elcor Courts<br/>To: Councilor Valern of the Salarian Union <br/><br/>The Elcor Court is heartened by your willingness to participate. Indeed, we also hope the project will reap great benefits to Council races while building a bridge of trust and understanding between our people. As discussed, an envoy will greet Dr. Yezza and her team near Dekuuna where we will provide the doctors with necessary precautions before we enter the planet. Accommodations have been prepared to make our Salarian friends as comfortable as possible on our homeworld. High Elder Makani himself greatly looks forward to this first meeting.<br/><br/>Our most sincere gratitude.<br/><br/>Ambassador Zeltan</blockquote><br/><br/>-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------</div><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><div align=""center"">Aboard the SS Accolade – in orbit of Dekuuna</div></span><br/><br/>“The Salarian vessel is in sight, brother” a voice crackled through his omni tool and the Elcor looked out the window from where he had sat waiting in the last hour. The approaching dot of silver must be the ship, the team of Salarians scientists who would help The High Elder achieve his pipe dreams of improving Elcor land soliders. Unlike most Elcors, Negotiator Canoc was delighted by this change for the people. For once, they would be a force others would look up to and not just sidelined. Much difficulties would come in the days and months ahead, for once their economy was troubling him. They were used to being a small but self-sufficient economy and not being an galaxy spanning empire. This expansion plan would either exalted them or collapsed their society. But that is another problem for another day, right now he should focus on the ship coming towards him.<br/><br/>Within a few moments, a Salarian shuttle touched down in their docking bay and the doors opened. A group of Salarians, led by a female, entered then stood on the opposite side of the room from Canoc. They were still in their full-body space suit. The Elcor negotiator approached them, as un-menacingly as he could.<br/><br/>""Cordially; greetings Salarian friends, we are most humbled by your visit. Representing the Elcor people, I extend to you our warmest welcome"" Canoc beamed, though what his guest heard was the usual monotonous grumble. The negotiator then signaled another elcor in who promptly handed each visitor a small piece of machinery.<br/><br/>""Warmly; for your safety in the duration of the visit, please attach the device you've just received to your wrist. Instructively; it is simply a mass effect emitter, not unlike your kinetic shield generator. When activated, it will envelope you in a micro mass effect field, adjusting the gravity around you to levels within your limits."" Their discomfort did not escape Canoc's notice. ""Sympathetically; I understand that working with us will not be the most physically pleasant of experiences. However, we all must make sacrifices in service of the greater good. Optimistically; don't worry overmuch. The lab and accommodations we have prepared for your team has been fitted with a proper mass effect field generator which will provide constant artificial gravity during your stay.""<br/><br/>He looked at them reassuringly one more time before leading the group into the ship proper. ""Now when you are ready, we will enter Dekuuna where you will meet our leader- High Elder Makani before beginning your work""."
17397,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=125,2015-01-04T06:42:00,The corporate states of Astavar,"<blockquote class=""uncited""><div>After finishing his conversation with the Primarch's, Sparatus got out of his chair and opened his door.<br/><br/>""I received your message,"" he said. ""I take it this is about that deal Fedorian made with you?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Yes my Goverment is very worried our agreement is in jepodry if you could sate their fears i would be most pleased."
17398,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=125,2015-01-04T11:13:00,Segmentia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">===Thessia===</span><br/>It was a bright day on Thessia. The Matriarchs, including Alenia, had attended the graduation ceremony of the first new military units as they paraded down the streets. Nyxemi had been worried that the civil turn out would be less then expected, the Asari never having been a war-like people, but she had been surprised by the number of people who had turned out, the streets packed with well-wishers and supporters. Flower petals still littered the streets. More then that, it showed Nyxemi that the Asari were ready to enter into a new stage of its wonderful civilization. Never before had the Asari really been viewed as a military power. Influence, economy, and culture had won the day for the Republics for generations, but the events of the past year had shown that those would not be enough. That, along with her schemes, allies, and grand ideas, Nyxemi was well prepared to face the future.<br/><br/>When she returned to her apartment/office she had a message waiting for her. The Batarians had come calling again. She read over the message and was rather surprised at the tone of it. She certainly hoped she was putting her faith in some religious fanatic, but she understood the Batarian culture. If this economic minister didn't add the religious tones and someone saw the message, they would probably have him shot. More then that though was the loan he was asking for. It was a rather large one, even if the Asari could afford it<br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""A Message""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Gahr'Ahal Shek Bahar, Heritas der Ahal, Minister of the Economy,<br/><br/>While I am pleased to hear of the stabilizing effect our loan has had on the Hegemony, this new loan is something I must consider in depth, as it is rather substantial, and people may start asking questions. However, if I decide to grant you this loan as well, the funds will make their way into the previous accounts next month. I look forward to future cooperation.<br/><br/> Matriarch Alenia Nyxemi</div></div></div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Month Three expenses""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">-10 credits for A-Y monastery upkeep<br/>===Parnitha System, Athena Nebula===<br/>--- Kurinth – Barren---220 credits per month<br/>1 Urban Area, minus 105 credits +90 credits<br/>2 Mining Complexes, minus 20 credits, +6 credits<br/>1 Fuel Depot, minus 15 credits, +5 credits<br/>1 Major Mining Complex, minus 30 credits, +10 credits<br/>1 Small Spaceport, minus 84 credits, +64 credits<br/>2 Industrial Complexes, minus 30 credits, +10 credits<br/>1 Major Industrial Complex, minus 40 credits, +15 credits<br/>--- Athame - Gas Giant---<br/>2 Aerostadt, minus 400 credits, +90 credits<br/>--- Tevura - Gas Giant---132 credits per month<br/>2 Aerostadt, minus 400 credits, +90 credits<br/>1 Orbital Mining Station, minus 200 credits, +30 credits<br/>--- Asteroid belt---33 credits per month<br/>1 Orbital Mining Station, minus 200 creds, +30 credits<br/>=== Military construction===<br/>---Naval construction---<br/>5 Battlecruisers(With Silaris Armor and Thanix cannons) on Piares , 495 credits, 5.85 months<br/>5 Heavy Cruisers(With Thanix cannons and Multicore shielding) on Piares, 315 credits, 4.55 months<br/>10 Light Cruisers(With Drop ship hangers and Enhanced GARDIAN systems) on Piares, 300 credits, 2.6 months<br/>4 Corvette packs on Piares, 16 credits, 1.3 months<br/>---Land forces---<br/>5 Marine Divisions(With Drop Troops, Advanced Armour, and Combat Biotics) on Thessia, 87 credits, 2 months<br/>4 Spec-Ops Teams(With Elite upgrades, stealth training, and sniper teams) on Thessia, 38 credits, 2 months<br/>10 Gunship wings on Thessia, 50 credits, 1.5 months<br/>Balance: 2 Credits</div></div></div>"
17399,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=125,2015-01-04T12:35:00,Liecthenbourg,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #400040"">The Geth Consensus</span></span></span><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://fc06.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2011/230/1/1/geth_space_symbol_by_engorn-d46z6pc.png""/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">We Are Legion</span></span></div><br/><br/><hr/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #400040"">Aite, Typhon System, Phoenix Massing</span></span></div><br/>""Creator"" the Prime began as it turned to the advancing Quarian as to face him, to speak to him as an Organic would. The Geth Unit began to carefully lift up the survivor into its arms, her legs drooping off its right arm at knee area and her head tilted backwards off of its left arm.<br/><br/>""If necessary, we could help take her back to your vessel. We must also ask you to lower you weapons, as the hostility is not a welcome sight more importantly in a situation such as this."" The other Geth Units began to lower their firearms from the ""Real"" Geth visitor, placing them on their backs as the Prime moved ever so closer towards the approaching Quarian, he whom appeared to be their leader.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Spending""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">3 Minor Industrial Complexes (15) on Kaddi, Adas, Uriyah, Haestrom and Ket'osh (225 Credits)<br/>4 Urban Areas on Adas (400 Credits)<br/><br/>Balance: 198<br/><br/>Military:<br/>7 Frigates over Rannoch are complete:<br/><br/>Rannoch:<br/>1 Militia Division (4.5 Credits, 1.2 Months)<br/>1 Infantry Division (7.5 Credits, 2.4 Months)<br/>3 Battlecruisers (180 Credits, 5.85 Months) <br/><br/>Balance: 6 Credits</div></div></div>"
17400,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=125,2015-01-04T13:54:00,The Orson Empire,"<blockquote><div><cite>The corporate states of Astavar <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324974&amp;p=23021053#p23021053"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>After finishing his conversation with the Primarch's, Sparatus got out of his chair and opened his door.<br/><br/>""I received your message,"" he said. ""I take it this is about that deal Fedorian made with you?""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Yes my Goverment is very worried our agreement is in jepodry if you could sate their fears i would be most pleased.</div></blockquote><br/>Sparatus closed the door to his office so that no one outside would hear.<br/><br/>""Well, the other Primarch's are not as....sympathetic to the Krogan as Fedorian was. They could cancel the deal."""
17401,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=125,2015-01-04T14:00:00,Derpainia,"Matriarch Sedri I have reached the Citadel. It seems there is major destruction in the wards.If we are lucky we can get our hands on some of the pieces. I heard rumors that many different groups have pieces of ""Sovereign.""<br/><br/>I have setup a meeting with the shadow broker. If anyone would know more it would be<span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">him.</span></span><br/><br/>With your permission i would also like to get some information from C-Sec. Lets just say i am<span style=""font-style: italic"">intimate</span>with Captain Bailey. I think i can get info safely out of him.<br/><br/>For now i will go on with my meeting with the Shadow Broker. I will send you my report when the meeting is over.<br/><br/><br/>**********************************************************End Transmission*****************************************************************"
17402,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=125,2015-01-04T16:16:00,The corporate states of Astavar,"<blockquote class=""uncited""><div>Yes my Goverment is very worried our agreement is in jepodry if you could sate their fears i would be most pleased.<br/>Sparatus closed the door to his office so that no one outside would hear.<br/><br/>""Well, the other Primarch's are not as....sympathetic to the Krogan as Fedorian was. They could cancel the deal.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>This news does not please me but you must look closely at the Commercial value of being the sole supplier of military hardware to clan urdnot and your military industrial complex are making millions in profit from this arrangement consider this closely."
17403,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=125,2015-01-04T16:23:00,Nuxipal,"<blockquote><div><cite>Sertia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324974&amp;p=23018660#p23018660"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Nuxipal <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324974&amp;p=23018432#p23018432"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center"">Triarch Shiala<br/>Nos Astra, Illium<br/>Tesale System, Crescent Nebula</div><br/><br/><br/>The Quarian pirate was already present. Shiala, while also not armed, is a former Asari Commando and thus her Biotic power were not to be forgotten in a fight. ""Welcome to Nos Astra, Narya Vas Red Striker. Please have a seat."" She motioned towards the couch. The walls were very well decorated with scenes of Thessia and of Asari using Biotics. The largest and most obvious decoration was a full wall mural of a Prothean Beacon shining brightly with a background of green fields, a blue stream and snow capped mountains flanking the river. <br/><br/>""There are a great many things I would like to discuss with you. I understand you have set up a base of operations here in the Crescent Nebula. As you know, Illium has a strict policy in dealing with Pirates. However, if you were to turn your pirate organization into something greater, a planetary government perhaps, then we could.. create an agreement that would be beneficial to both of us. Of course, if you'd rather remain pirates, well.. I can't guarantee your safety if you attack any shipping in the Crescent Nebula. Illium is expanding and we possess worlds in three of the four major systems of this Nebula. You have a world in the fourth. Let us work together and make the Crescent Nebula a place no one dares to attack.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Narya watched as Shiala entered the room, nodding in greeting as she spoke a greeting in Khelish, before sitting down as requested. She took note of the various images that spoke of Asari power, and admired it all. It reminded her of the stories of her people in their prime. However, Shiala's words cut right through her revery, and Narya cleared her throat ""Yes of course. I'm surprised my predasessor was able to get away with his piracy before hand anyways. However, I had actually come here seeking Illium's help in providing my group with a legitimate claim to governmental power.""<br/><br/>Narya said, before clearing her throat and straightening her self to look presentable out of habit ""With the recent turn of events that have been occurring lately in the galaxy, I have come to the conclusion that Piracy is no longer a profitable venture for me or my crew. And, with the rise of Illium as an Asari power, I have come hoping to talk of an alliance. If becoming a legitimate nation would help with this, I would see that as being perfectly fine. However, I would also like to offer my services as a military force for hire to the Illium military to aide in Terminous operations while maintaining anonymity ."" She said, watching the Asari's face closely for any signs that Narya was saying anything wrong.<br/><br/>""While I do not doubt Illium's military power, The chance to work with it would be a very profitable opportunity for my crew, and be the best way i think to gain your trust enough to allow Crescent Claw operations to continue in the Nebula."" She finished, briefly looking at the art once more before looking back to Shiala ""Would such a deal, or a modified version you have thought of, be attractive to the Triarchy in any way?"" She asked, leaning back in the chair as her gut clenched. She had yet to try politics yet as the captain, and was hoping her first time in the political theater would turn out successful.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>Shiala saw something useful here. Greatly useful. ""Becoming a Legitimate nation would indeed help this. Illium can always use an extra military arm so we do not have to always flex our own muscles. Your crew has experience in ship combat and that is valuable. I would like to employ that experience. You will establish the Crescent Claws as a legitimate government on your base planet with the backing of Illium. The goods you produce will be brought to Illium to be sold exclusively. In return, we will create a defensive military alliance with you. We are in the gateway system of this cluster. We will be able to defend against any incursions against our own colonies or yourself.""<br/><br/>She puts down a datapad with numbers on it. Some of the numbers were large. Others were moderate. All were guaranteed monthly. ""You continue to provide Illium with your services and we will continue to support your government. Both economically and militarily."""
17404,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=125,2015-01-04T16:44:00,Lunas Legion,"""You think we should accept their terms of surrender?"" Aria asked Lyessa, who rolled her eyes.<br/><br/>""Obviously. They want to continue doing merc work, you put them into a single company owned by yourself. Simple.""<br/><br/>""Might work. You have any friends who might be willing to run this company?""<br/><br/>""Zeelus. He's a bit of a genocidal arse. Former Turian Hastatim, got too trigger happy around civvies. Dishonourably discharged and has despised anyone who tries to influence him since. Keep him on a long leash and he'll be the most loyal commander you've ever seen.""<br/><br/>""I'll have Bray give him the offer."" Aria leaned to her left, glancing behind her to where a nervous looking Turian waited outside her lounge.<br/><br/>""Who's he?""<br/><br/>""Brax."" Lyessa shrugged. ""Don't know much beyond he's a weapons designer. Claims to have some new revolutionary weapon design, but thinks others aren't, and I quote, 'ethically dubious' enough to build it.""<br/><br/>Aria waved him forwards. ""So, your 'ethically dubious' weapon. Send me the designs.""<br/><br/>""Uh... It's not entirely finished yet... But..."" Brax typed something in and his Omni-Tool beeped. ""That's the prototype design.""<br/><br/>Aria grinned. ""I only had to see the possible level of firepower. You're hired. How long before you have it operational?""<br/><br/>Brax scratched his head. ""2 months designing, 10 building.""<br/><br/>Aria whistled. ""Not bad. I'll see you have the necessary facilities and resources to finish this...terminator of a battleship."""
17405,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=125,2015-01-04T16:56:00,Sertia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nuxipal <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324974&amp;p=23027786#p23027786"">wrote</a>:</cite>Shiala saw something useful here. Greatly useful. ""Becoming a Legitimate nation would indeed help this. Illium can always use an extra military arm so we do not have to always flex our own muscles. Your crew has experience in ship combat and that is valuable. I would like to employ that experience. You will establish the Crescent Claws as a legitimate government on your base planet with the backing of Illium. The goods you produce will be brought to Illium to be sold exclusively. In return, we will create a defensive military alliance with you. We are in the gateway system of this cluster. We will be able to defend against any incursions against our own colonies or yourself.""<br/><br/>She puts down a datapad with numbers on it. Some of the numbers were large. Others were moderate. All were guaranteed monthly. ""You continue to provide Illium with your services and we will continue to support your government. Both economically and militarily.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Narya smiled under her Helmet, picking up the Datapad and visibly shaking slightly at the idea. She would have patted her self on the back with how good a job this was gonna be. ""Well I'd be a fool to pass up the deal I came hoping to get. Though before I continue, I have to ask if This makes my crew exclusively yours to hire, or would the Crescent claws be still available for hire to other factions? Of course, Yours would take priority over others, and any job that would negatively affect you would be turned down and you would be notified of the employers loyalties."" Narya said, placing the Datapad down.<br/><br/>""You of course can tell this is all in the name of Business, as My people will be far more capable of growing if we do not become completely exclusive. However again, showing favoritism to a contract that would be an indefinite one would be our top priority."" Narya finished, Looking to Shiala in hopes she wasn't asking for to much."
17406,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=125,2015-01-04T18:01:00,Nuxipal,"<blockquote><div><cite>Sertia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324974&amp;p=23028213#p23028213"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Nuxipal <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324974&amp;p=23027786#p23027786"">wrote</a>:</cite>Shiala saw something useful here. Greatly useful. ""Becoming a Legitimate nation would indeed help this. Illium can always use an extra military arm so we do not have to always flex our own muscles. Your crew has experience in ship combat and that is valuable. I would like to employ that experience. You will establish the Crescent Claws as a legitimate government on your base planet with the backing of Illium. The goods you produce will be brought to Illium to be sold exclusively. In return, we will create a defensive military alliance with you. We are in the gateway system of this cluster. We will be able to defend against any incursions against our own colonies or yourself.""<br/><br/>She puts down a datapad with numbers on it. Some of the numbers were large. Others were moderate. All were guaranteed monthly. ""You continue to provide Illium with your services and we will continue to support your government. Both economically and militarily.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Narya smiled under her Helmet, picking up the Datapad and visibly shaking slightly at the idea. She would have patted her self on the back with how good a job this was gonna be. ""Well I'd be a fool to pass up the deal I came hoping to get. Though before I continue, I have to ask if This makes my crew exclusively yours to hire, or would the Crescent claws be still available for hire to other factions? Of course, Yours would take priority over others, and any job that would negatively affect you would be turned down and you would be notified of the employers loyalties."" Narya said, placing the Datapad down.<br/><br/>""You of course can tell this is all in the name of Business, as My people will be far more capable of growing if we do not become completely exclusive. However again, showing favoritism to a contract that would be an indefinite one would be our top priority."" Narya finished, Looking to Shiala in hopes she wasn't asking for to much.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>""Of course. Just be aware, if you do end up damaging Illium's economy we will get our due. Of course, the credits you will be receiving from us both directly and through trade should be significant to push your crew and entire company forward enough to be seen as a significant military force."" She sent orders to set up the trade agents between the two planets. The income from the trade would make it possible to pay the Crescent Claws what was needed to keep them loyal to Illium first.<br/><br/><br/><div align=""center"">Operative Nyexa D'Ath<br/>Nos Astra, Illium<br/>Tesale System, Crescent Nebula</div><br/><br/>In the time it took to get from Ilos to Illium, Nyexa realized. She had just lost the entire Commando squad, lost any chance to return to Ilos and talk with Vigil, and only received a partial download of the VI's data package. It revealed several locations around the galaxy as military posts and research stations. She was preparing her own report to give to Triarch Shiala. Perhaps she'd be sent to scout out several of these sites. She wanted to get into them, but she was in no shape for combat. They would have to find a way to get into one where there was minimal resistance."
17407,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=125,2015-01-04T19:00:00,Sertia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nuxipal <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324974&amp;p=23028831#p23028831"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Of course. Just be aware, if you do end up damaging Illium's economy we will get our due. Of course, the credits you will be receiving from us both directly and through trade should be significant to push your crew and entire company forward enough to be seen as a significant military force."" She sent orders to set up the trade agents between the two planets. The income from the trade would make it possible to pay the Crescent Claws what was needed to keep them loyal to Illium first.<br/></div></blockquote><br/><br/>Narya smiled and stood, holding out her hand ""I understand perfectly, and you have my word that your contract with us will be respected. Now then, how does the triarchy celebrate deals like this, I feel a drink is in order."" She said, tapping on her omni tool and sending word to her people about the deal she had just made."
17408,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=125,2015-01-04T19:07:00,Nuxipal,"<blockquote><div><cite>Sertia <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324974&amp;p=23029438#p23029438"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Nuxipal <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324974&amp;p=23028831#p23028831"">wrote</a>:</cite>""Of course. Just be aware, if you do end up damaging Illium's economy we will get our due. Of course, the credits you will be receiving from us both directly and through trade should be significant to push your crew and entire company forward enough to be seen as a significant military force."" She sent orders to set up the trade agents between the two planets. The income from the trade would make it possible to pay the Crescent Claws what was needed to keep them loyal to Illium first.<br/></div></blockquote><br/><br/>Narya smiled and stood, holding out her hand ""I understand perfectly, and you have my word that your contract with us will be respected. Now then, how does the triarchy celebrate deals like this, I feel a drink is in order."" She said, tapping on her omni tool and sending word to her people about the deal she had just made.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>Shiala smiled. ""A drink for you. A drink for me. And a night out for your crew perhaps. Welcome to Illium Narya, your crew will find working with us much more profitable than hunting after merchants. And you can still capture all the slaver ships you can get your hands on."" The day was coming close to an end. Soon Nos Astra's nightlife would be in full swing and Shiala had just offered to pay for the crew of the Red Striker to go out and have a good time. It could be expensive, but also very profitable in the end."
17409,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=125,2015-01-04T19:23:00,Sertia,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nuxipal <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324974&amp;p=23029522#p23029522"">wrote</a>:</cite>Shiala smiled. ""A drink for you. A drink for me. And a night out for your crew perhaps. Welcome to Illium Narya, your crew will find working with us much more profitable than hunting after merchants. And you can still capture all the slaver ships you can get your hands on."" The day was coming close to an end. Soon Nos Astra's nightlife would be in full swing and Shiala had just offered to pay for the crew of the Red Striker to go out and have a good time. It could be expensive, but also very profitable in the end.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Narya chuckled, bringing up her Omni tool ""Hey Tarus, bring the boys down here. I just closed the deal with Illium, and the crew get a night on the town. Make sure you don't cause any trouble okay?""<br/><br/>A turian voice came on the other side ""Good job captain, I'll unleash the dogs. And don't worry, I'll make sure we don't scuff anyone's shoes tonight."" He said, in a rather joyous tone.<br/><br/>Narya then looked to Shiala, and gestured for her to lead ""Well then, Let's have that drink. First night of this alliance should be one for the history books."" She said, rather excitedly as she imagined the future of her crew as a nation."
17410,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=125,2015-01-04T19:45:00,Ralnis,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Back In the Rihno's Charge</span><br/><br/>It seems that the Denfather was working up a storm when it came to Project Tesla for it was hard to find a designer of what they required but something did come through. The Inquisition had intercepted a request from the Krogan warlords that had banded together to try and stop the rise of Clan Urdnot and they are requesting military recruitment for credits. While they have gotten the 40 credits, they were going to pay for more. The Denfather had tasked the Inquisition with seeing where the Krogan got their credits for it seems that they are at more disadvantages then one but the House has accepted their payment and had what they needed. Reports had came in that Clan Urdnot this time had brought in defense guns to stop unnecessary landings. That would be problem, but for their stealth transport, it would not be so.<br/><br/>This would be the first large-scale engagement for the Housecarls but they were getting paid and it seemed that will need to fight a guerilla campaign but hopefully it is not so bad as they have anticipated. The smugglers were eager to the DMZ again with stealth systems and the new Custodian VI in their ship. The load up the Housecarls first and sent them to the Krogan DMZ as they needed to get the other armored divisions ready for lift."
17411,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=125,2015-01-04T20:01:00,Derpainia,"I just got out of the meeting with the an agent of the Shadow Broker. I have some important information. He told me that Sovereign was more then Saren's Flagship. He believes that Sovereign was a sentient machine, that it had something to do with the Prothean's fall. There is little evidence to back up his claim, but it would be wise to investigate further.<br/><br/>Now for some great news. He told me one of his operatives found evidence to support that the Batarians have ""reaper tech"" to what extent he refused to elaborate.<br/><br/>I think i will act on this lead. I will request an audience with THE BATARIAN HEGEMONY. I will work my hardest to work something out.<br/><br/>******************************************************************End Transition*************************************************************<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>Ambassador Ganazon, I request a meeting on behalf of Matriarch Ishin Sedri. It would be wise if we could speak about this matter in person. I hope we could be able to meet soon.<br/><br/>Sincerely,<br/>Jiesir M'cryci</div></blockquote>"
17412,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=125,2015-01-04T21:08:00,Ralnis,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Back In the Rhino's Charge II,<br/>Tuchunka,Krogan DMZ </span><br/><br/>The smuggler ship had started to activate its stealth systems as started to come in range of the space stations orbiting the Krogan homeworld with the transport carrying the two divisions of Housecarls. The transport went as steady as it could through the Council defenses and was able to pass them with struggle but it was worth it.<br/><br/>The second challenge was coming and they were going to have to be careful about this one. When flying close to the planet, radar showcased a large numbers of heavy planetary defense guns that made it seem like a bad idea to turn off the stealth systems. It seemed that the systems that are there were made to keep people like them out. They flew over them as they went to the fortress of the Clan Jerax as they saw lots of Krogan clan banners and had realized that there no guns to shoot them down.<br/><br/>One of the Krogan had spotted the ship and had started to tell the other Krogan to make a landing for them as the Smugglers touch down on the deserts of Tachunka. The doors open and the smugglers came out in a group of five as they had came to greet the Krogan warlord."
17413,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=125,2015-01-04T21:36:00,Kinistian,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Apex Ind||CEO Henry Clinton||Illium</span></span></div><br/><br/>Mr.Clinton sat down in the chair opposite of the Asari,his right leg coming up to rest on his left knee. The clever business man put on quite the poker face just for the Triarch.""Yes we do madam Triarch""he said in cool almost monotone type voice.""Allow me to introduce myself. I am Mr Henry Clinton,founder and CEO of Apex Industries""he said in them the most flattering way possible.<br/><br/>""I suppose we are here to talk about bringing my highly valued minerals and guns to Illium no? I ensure you Triarch nothing would please me more but you see the Dakka system is so far away from Illium and pirates are everywhere in the Terminus. I need to know my people can rely on your Government's protection from these vagabonds before we can even ponder on the idea of Apex Ind trading on Illium""he said as if had been practicing that little speech for months and every word was true as the sun that light up Illium. His green eyes fixed on the Triarch like a pair of snipper eyes. The ex Sapper had seen his far share of death in the contact war and would be damned if his people were ever attacked again.<br/><br/><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Apex In||Rep of Mr.Clinton||Meeting with House Fennec||Entirety bar</span></span></div><br/><br/>The young Asari known as Feilia walked into the bar with her standard Snow White work dress on. She saw the House's men in the place she was told she could find them and hesitantly walked over.""I'm sorry sir but I'm her on Mr.Clintons behave""she said and hoped she was talking to the right people."
17414,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=125,2015-01-04T23:33:00,Ralnis,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kinistian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324974&amp;p=23031119#p23031119"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Apex Ind||CEO Henry Clinton||Illium</span></span></div><br/><br/>Mr.Clinton sat down in the chair opposite of the Asari,his right leg coming up to rest on his left knee. The clever business man put on quite the poker face just for the Triarch.""Yes we do madam Triarch""he said in cool almost monotone type voice.""Allow me to introduce myself. I am Mr Henry Clinton,founder and CEO of Apex Industries""he said in them the most flattering way possible.<br/><br/>""I suppose we are here to talk about bringing my highly valued minerals and guns to Illium no? I ensure you Triarch nothing would please me more but you see the Dakka system is so far away from Illium and pirates are everywhere in the Terminus. I need to know my people can rely on your Government's protection from these vagabonds before we can even ponder on the idea of Apex Ind trading on Illium""he said as if had been practicing that little speech for months and every word was true as the sun that light up Illium. His green eyes fixed on the Triarch like a pair of snipper eyes. The ex Sapper had seen his far share of death in the contact war and would be damned if his people were ever attacked again.<br/><br/><div align=""Center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Apex In||Rep of Mr.Clinton||Meeting with House Fennec||Entirety bar</span></span></div><br/><br/>The young Asari known as Feilia walked into the bar with her standard Snow White work dress on. She saw the House's men in the place she was told she could find them and hesitantly walked over.""I'm sorry sir but I'm her on Mr.Clintons behave""she said and hoped she was talking to the right people.</div></blockquote><br/>The Denfather was drinking as he motioned in the air as he let Augustine know that the deal is going down. He didn't look at her and he was basically still drinking as he ordered another drink from the Volus bartender and he spoke"" You know, Apex may be a big corporation but I have been coming to the same bar and getting the same drink for a month and some days with some patience because the Denfather has large patience and things to do as our reach grows. Who I am is not important is that I represent House Fennec and their interests.Right now that involves some relations between us. So, come and grab a seat, get a drink and let's talk."""
17415,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=125,2015-01-04T23:44:00,Kinistian,"<div align=""center"">Apex Ind||Rep of Mr.Clinton||Meeting with House Fennec||Entirety bar</div><br/><br/>""Yes Mr.Clinton apologies for the wait but the flight over here took awhile""she said and got some water instead of a bar drink,not wanting to get drunk during these discussions.""Mr.Clinton said to let you make the opening statements""she said and took a sip of water."
17416,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=125,2015-01-05T00:08:00,Ralnis,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kinistian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324974&amp;p=23031885#p23031885"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center"">Apex Ind||Rep of Mr.Clinton||Meeting with House Fennec||Entirety bar</div><br/><br/>""Yes Mr.Clinton apologies for the wait but the flight over here took awhile""she said and got some water instead of a bar drink,not wanting to get drunk during these discussions.""Mr.Clinton said to let you make the opening statements""she said and took a sip of water.</div></blockquote><br/>""Well, there is not much to say, we are interested in the space that your corporation is in and we would like to have a non-aggression pact of some sorts."" Said the Denfather as he took another sip and not looking at the Asari representative and hope this can go quick and easy for it seem that his attention will soon be needed elsewhere."
17417,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=125,2015-01-05T00:13:00,Kinistian,"""What do you mean interested in our space if I may ask""she said and crossed her blue legs. The Asari now looking forward as well since he refused to look at her."
17418,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=125,2015-01-05T00:27:00,Ralnis,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kinistian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324974&amp;p=23031990#p23031990"">wrote</a>:</cite>""What do you mean interested in our space if I may ask""she said and crossed her blue legs. The Asari now looking forward as well since he refused to look at her.</div></blockquote><br/>""Your nearest cluster and yours where your corporate capital resides at. This is for mining and research on current tech development that the House needs and can produce. Military ships of House Fennec will be patrolling our worlds and would like to be having relations with the Person we will be sharing it with."" Giovanni explained."
17419,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=125,2015-01-05T09:48:00,Nuxipal,"<blockquote><div><cite>Kinistian <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324974&amp;p=23031119#p23031119"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Apex Ind||CEO Henry Clinton||Illium</span></span></div><br/><br/>Mr.Clinton sat down in the chair opposite of the Asari,his right leg coming up to rest on his left knee. The clever business man put on quite the poker face just for the Triarch.""Yes we do madam Triarch""he said in cool almost monotone type voice.""Allow me to introduce myself. I am Mr Henry Clinton,founder and CEO of Apex Industries""he said in them the most flattering way possible.<br/><br/>""I suppose we are here to talk about bringing my highly valued minerals and guns to Illium no? I ensure you Triarch nothing would please me more but you see the Dakka system is so far away from Illium and pirates are everywhere in the Terminus. I need to know my people can rely on your Government's protection from these vagabonds before we can even ponder on the idea of Apex Ind trading on Illium""he said as if had been practicing that little speech for months and every word was true as the sun that light up Illium. His green eyes fixed on the Triarch like a pair of snipper eyes. The ex Sapper had seen his far share of death in the contact war and would be damned if his people were ever attacked again.<br/></div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>Selas nodded, ""I understand you fear the pirates and raiders of the Terminus. You are barely in the Terminus Systems even now. Illium is growing in strength and size. Our military is one of the fastest growing on this side of the galaxy. Pirates are learning not to attack ships that are going to or coming from Illium or other worlds in her protective sphere. Our trade network extends far into the Terminus Systems already and spreading into Citadel space would provide everyone a greater market for all goods being produced. Soon the galaxy will be crossed by our trade network and pirates will find it hard to make a living. They will be forced to either legitimately trade for their pay, or fly as protection for far flung convoys.""<br/><br/>Triarch Selas Lismir eyes the human. If he had been in the Relay 314 Incident he was lucky the council stepped in. The Turians were getting ready to move in and wipe out every last system with humans in them with the full might of their military. ""So what do you say Mr. Clinton. You trade your guns with Illium and our network. You get rich and we get rich. It is a great deal on both ends."""
17420,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=125,2015-01-05T13:35:00,Nuxipal,"In the Traverse, House Fennec has begun its search for the remnants of the Blood Pack. Rumor has it that thousands of Krogans from the Blood Pack are returning to Tuchanka to fight either for or against Clan Urdnot. Further searching has let the agents of House Fennec to the world of Heshtok, the Vorcha homeworld. With no central leadership, the planet is continually at war. It is here that they learn the Blood Pack has set up shop. Their leader, a Vorcha named Gryll, was uniting Vorcha tribes around the Vorcha city of Hatash. House Fennec is invited to Heshtok to meet with Gryll and his associates. Clan Urdnot Rebels gain 1 Militia with Close Combat Training. Clan Urdnot gains 1 Militia with Close Combat Training.<br/><br/>The Shrike Abyssal is on the fringes of the Galaxy, far from Citadel Space. This makes colonies out this far a prime target of pirates and raiders. The Turians made the mistake of colonizing too far out. Xerceo, a gas giant, had a new orbital mining facility built over it. The Pirate Lord, Grosh Ibh'aba, determined his pirate band could take this station and gain control of it. Appearing out of FTL, the Pirate Lord's fleet, consising of 4 Light Cruisers, 10 Frigates, and 4 Light Transports approach the station. They are determined to take the station and will shoot any ships leaving the station. Onboard the Transports are 4 Marine divisions, 2 YMIR Divisions, 1 Spec Ops Team, and 1 Elite Specialist(Grosh Ibh'aba).<br/><br/>Another month and another returning Quarian pilgrimage class. This group had pooled together considerable wealth and valuables. 100 credits is transferred to the Migrant Fleet's treasury.<br/><br/>The Batarian Hegemony is gaining steam, but its people have started to question where this influx of credits have come from. Outcries demanding to know what source of wealth the Hegemony is hiding from its people echo across Khar'shan. The answer that the people are given will change the population's outcome.<br/><br/>The Asari controlled, Thessia Genetics and Biotics, has been in search of the ruins of Sovereign. Their persistence has finally paid off. Rumor has it that a Turian Pirate in the Paz System has a small, 11m long by 6m wide chunk of hull. However, it is well known that the planet he is on has a rogue LOKI mech factory, likely the Turian's primary source of soldiers and wealth.<br/><br/>Omega has finally removed the threat of the Mercenaries upon the station. This has returned the full income from the urban areas of Omega. They have also gained the combined garrisons of the Eclipse and Blue Suns on Omega.(8 Infantry. 4 with Electronic Warfare Capabilities, 4 with Heavy Weapons Teams and Sniper teams)"
17421,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=150,2015-01-05T15:29:00,Ralnis,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Into The Wastes</span><br/><br/>The remnants of the Blood Pack have been found mostly on Hishtok, the Vorcha homeworld. This was good news that they found them but the equal and opposite news came that thousands of Krogan were going back to their homeworld to fight in the civil war and this is where the House's forces were going to be at as well. This can go a number of different ways as Krogans make up the elite forces of the former mercenary group and will be needed for things to come. Nevertheless, the Inquisition is task with uniting the Blood Pack under House Fennec no matter what the cost so they have sent one of their own to act as a diplomat to see what the current leader of the Blood Pack, Gyrll, wants in order for him to be part of House Fennec while the news has been sent to Inquisitor Augustine and the Denfather for this is also related news while they are on Tuchunka and see if they can do something about it."
17422,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=150,2015-01-05T18:54:00,Eridanus 3,"<div align=""Center""><span style=""font-size: 125%; line-height: 116%;"">Arcturus Station, Arcturus Stream</span></div><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Prime Minister Amul Shastri, Secure Cabinet Room </span></span><br/><br/><span style=""margin-left: 50px;"">Things were improving for the Alliance. Infrastructure had improved across a few of the colonies, and this provided the income needed to afford the purchase of yet another Dreadnought, and to forward the application of a new candidate for the SPECTRES. The specific results were given to him by the secretary of the economy. <div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Month 3""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">+710 credits (income)<br/>-130 credits (1 Urban Center, Two Fuel Depots)<br/>-430 credits (4 Urban Centers, Two Fuel Depots)<br/>-120 credits (Dreadnought SSV Rushmore [Stealth and Thanix Cannons] -6 months)<br/>-15 credits (Frigate SSV Chichi Jima [Chichi Jima Class - Multicore Shielding and Thanix Cannons] - 2 months)<br/>-10 credits (SPECTRE Wahuhi Corinthi [Flamethrowers, High Quality Weapons, Heavy Weapons, Stealth Training, High Quality Armour])<br/>5 credits remaining; + 956 credits /month.</div></div></div><br/><br/>The developments were looking good for the future, yet it was time to look out toward the borders. The Batarians were in an economic slump after the failed attack by their special operations units on asteroid X57 earlier last year. Yet another thing to add to Shepard's list of achievements. It might be a good time to try and improve relations, since that the were, for the moment, unable to do the Alliance any significant harm. The future of the Attican Traverse hinged on the willingness of the Batarians to cease their hostile actions against us. Yet that would require concessions to be made that wouldn't normally pass the parliament. So for the moment it would be best to open communications elsewhere, and he knew exactly where to go. Illium. There were credits to be made there, a world were the Citadel rules still applied, yet could never be enforced, a world where any number of things could go right. Or wrong. Yet trading was never a crime, and even with Illium's status, the world was connected to the Asari enough to not have to worry about them or the Salarians worrying too much. The Turians might gripe, but they have a habit of doing that. So... A message was sent to Councilor Anderson, to board a shuttle to Illium ASAP, and try and gain an audience with representatives of their government. He never appreciated day to day politicking anyway, and it would allow Udina to charm the other councilors if they discovered that the Salarians had spied on one too many Blackwatch agents...<br/><br/>And so Anderson went.</span>"
17423,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=150,2015-01-05T20:15:00,Seno Zhou Varada,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Chalkhos, Month 4</span></span></span><br/><br/>Finally Chalkhos had gotten to small to house the growing population and the other planets would be needed. Akraia, Selvos, and Lisir would be used for a small amount of housing. An urban area for each of them would be needed as well as the fuel depots to help sustain them. Hopefully soon enough as well Terapso could be used as well for a mining station and small urban stations. 2 new elite specialists would be found and trained as well to start making up a squad and in 2 months it was assumed they would be found and trained. Also to protect these colonies minorly 7 LOKI mech divisions would be built and programmed, around 35,000.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Attack on Nutus's Minor Warlord</span></span><br/><br/>As planned the attack would begin. The destroyers began at medium range around the Warlord's small fleet with the frigates beginning a bit further back from them. And the fighters began slightly ahead of the destroyers. Then a transmission went over to the fleet saying loud and clearly ""This is the Saer Kalo military, you as pirates are offered two choices, A surrender and be let go onto Omega and we will take nearly everything you have or B be idiotic and stubborn and be destroyed"". As those words were transmitted the ships began readying for combat as the frigates began going into wolfpack formation and the fighters began advancing into a closer position with the destroyers readying their weapons.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">375 Credits<br/><br/>-300 3 urban areas (Akraia, Selvos, Lisir)<br/>-45 3 fuel depots (ditto above)<br/><br/>-16 2 elite specialists (first: advanced armor, electronic warfare capabilities, stealth training) (second: high quality weapons, heavy weapons, stealth training) 2 months<br/>-14 7 LOKI mech divisions 1 month</div></div></div>"
17424,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=150,2015-01-06T01:13:00,Sertia,"<div align=""center""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""color: #0080FF"">The Blue Cannon</span></span></span>, Krogan DMZ, Near Turian Security Station Alpha-005</div><br/><br/>Tarus grunted as he pulled on the collar of his old Turian officer uniform. It had been twenty years since he had last worn the thing, back when he was a captain in the Turian military, so the feeling of it's fabric differing from his pirate armor was uncomfortable to say the least. He sighed as he looked around at the rest of his crew, all of which were Turians in clean and well kept Turian standard armor or officer clothing. They seemed to share his outlook on it really. When the captain had told him about the job, he was initially against it, especially what they would end up doing. However, as always, the Quarian bitch had a way with words. So there he stood, on the bridge of his ship as they flew close to the Turian station.<br/><br/>Though he was uncomfortable, he would be lying if he said he didn't miss the rank and file of the military, and couldn't help but think back to those days, when he was younger and stupider. What he would give to return to those days. However, a quick chirp from his comm officer broke him from is reverie, and he simply turned his head and nodded to him, sending out the various codes that would let them dock onto the Turian battle station.<br/><br/>""Heh, stupid rookies. Thanks to these codes, they'll never see it coming..."" He said, smiling as their ship began to enter weapons range of their station. With a smile, he answered the hail they sent, following standard Turian procedure.<br/><br/>A young Officer stood before him on the video screen, staring Tarus down as if he could begin to intimidate the older Turian. ""What brings you to this station Captain?"" He asked, briefly looking around and then seeming satisfied at the appearance of a perfectly standard Turian Frigate.<br/><br/>""Greetings. My frigate was recently attacked by a Krogan clan operating near the edge of the system. We captured as many as we could while the rest were shot down. I've come to move them through customs on the station, so they can be registered and then sent planet side."" Tarus explained, knowing full well the presence of these stations likely meant the Hierarchy was keeping an eye on the various clans and therefore had records that had to be kept up to date.<br/><br/>It took a couple minutes, the station commander talking to various people off screen, before he nodded ""Alright Captain, Proceed to docking bay 2"" He said, before the screen went off.<br/><br/>After making sure the audio was cut as well, and the connection was severed, he grinned ""Alright Lad's, let's get to work. As soon as<span style=""color: #0080FF"">the Blue Cannon</span>was to close for the stations weapons to fire effectively, the side hangers of the frigate, hidden behind it's wings as they moved aside, opened up. From them, hundred sof transports and gunships flew out. As this happened, the Guns on the Frigate immediatly opened fire, blasting away the comm relays and transmitters on the station.<br/><br/>With that out of the way, the frigate immediately disappeared, FTling out of the area to avoid return fire as the massive swarm of gunships and transports flew in. They blasted holes into the various points of the station, and landed just close enough to drop the thousands of troops they held. With their comms down, the station was in disarray as everyone within was cut off from one another except for short ranged radio.<br/><br/>While normally, the defending marines would have stood a chance, the close combat trained, heavily armored invaders were to much for them. In a matter of hours, the station was under control from the invaders, anyone left alive left locked within areas of the station where the couldn't mess with the plan. They also, fortunatly, would never know the true identity of the attackers, and each one was wearing black armor with no indetifiers or markings. So anyone who survived would be unable to point out a single group. The added fact that the entire computer grid was being wiped, thus destroying any video evidence of the event, was another contingecie to make sure all went according to plan.<br/><br/>It was then that Tarus FTl'd back in, and immediately sent out a previously recorded update message sent by the station a few weeks ago. This report would say there was no change, and mention a brief altercation between a janitor and a shuttle pilot, along with the rest of the mumbo jumbo. It wouldn't take to long for someone to notice, but long enough for Tarus and his crew to be long gone.<br/><br/>""Alright boys, let's start a war."" He said, chuckling darkly as he sent the order out. Then, in and instance, where there was once calm on the tuchankan surface, a hail of orbital missiles, anti ship rounds, and Thannix blasts were introduce to it. But it was not simple ground however that took the damage. It was in fact, various female camps that were located quite easily due to the detailed record keeping of the station.<br/><br/>In less then 20 minutes, massive numbers of Krogan women, children, and a few visiting males, were laid to waste by Hierarchy rounds from a Hierarchy security station that had been spying on their movements for years now. Tarus couldn't help but laugh, the idea of The Hierarchy having no possible means of explaining away this entire fiasco being a breath taking moment. After him and his crew shared a good long laugh at the idea, he sent the final order and watched as his crew began to retreat from the station.<br/><br/>As the transports and gunships were docking in the frigate, the various thrusters and jets on the station meant to keep it in orbit began to blast out it's fuel at full blast, pushing the station into a decaying orbit as every single escape pod or cruiser on the station was launched remotely, making sure there would be no survivors to speak of the tail. Luckily for the Krogan race however, it was not targeting another female camp. Oh no. It was instead heading straight for the center of clan Urdnot territory, it's impact point being right where the pirates intel had told them Urdnot Wreav would be that very day. Now, maybe he would have heard about the female camp bombings by now, but Tarus doubted the damn Krogan would be able to get out of the way of the entire station falling on his head.<br/><br/>With a good days work done, and a crew of men and women who had just did their first big job, Tarus ordered their leave. Within seconds, they were gone. Back to their home, and leaving not a single trace as the station burned through atmosphere, heading to deal with the Kin slayer Urdnot.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Just so we're clear, I just used Hierarchy weaponry, to kill Krogan civilians, and did it all in such a way that the Turians own word is the only thing they have to say they didn't do it. There is no record left of me being there, and no witnesses to pin a face or organization down.<br/><br/>Also, there is a space station on a collision course straight for Wreavs face. I doubt He will survive. and again, this whole thing, will lead back to the Hierarchy, and will in no way connect me to the crime.<br/><br/>So in short, I'm getting away clean</blockquote><br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>Meaning while, On Illium, Narya relax in a Nos Astra night club, drinking dextro amino drinks that had been thoroughly filtered out through her emergency induction port. She briefly looked at her omni tool as it chirped, reading the message that said that Tarus had finished shopping for new guns in omega, and just smiled as she understood the coded message. With a quick text to [name redacted], saying Tarus had fun tonight, code for mission accomplished, she returned to her drink, smiling as she watched various Asari dancer do their thing. She couldn't help but think life was good, even when her drink spilled on her thanks to a particularly close Asari dancer.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Monthly Espenditure: 447.8 creds<br/>2x Urban Area (+90 creds per month) -200 creds<br/>1x shipyard (garner 15 credits monthly, required for construction of all ships of Destroyer weight and above, lowers local ship production time by 10%) -50 creds<br/>1x Small Spaceport (Limit of 1 per world, garner 4 credits/month for every structure on the planet excluding the spaceport itself, requires fuel depot) -80 creds<br/>1x Dreanught (Thannix Cannon upgrade) 11 months until complete, -112.5 creds<br/>1x Loki Battalion (Advanced armaments, STealth training) 2 months until complete, -3.5 creds<br/>1x Loki battalion, 2 months until complete, -2 creds<br/>0 creds left.</div></div></div>"
17425,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=150,2015-01-06T02:23:00,Derpainia,"<span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">Monthly Report</span><br/><br/>To: All T.G.B.A Personnel<br/><br/>From: Matriarch Ishin Sedri, CEO/Founder<br/><br/><br/>Subject: Monthly growth report.<br/><br/>We have all something to be proud of. We have come a long way, I am proud to have each and everyone of you in my family. If it was not for all of you we would not be here today.<br/><br/>We started out small, just a simple colony on a remote and inhospitable planet. Crick is more then a place to work. It has become our home. We as a nation have become strong. We are known throughout the galaxy as a no nonsense force of power.<br/><br/>Now this is hard for me to ask, but i need many volunteers. Crick is our home, but i must ask some of you to help us make a new home. Don't think of it as moving homes. Think of it as making home bigger! We will start the construction of a new home on Watson. It is not too far for us at the mainland to help out if needed.<br/><br/>This is a big step for us all. It will not be easy! That's why i will double the pay of any person that is willing to help us claim that virgin land.<br/><br/>We need only 100,000 members to start off. Contact my secretary if you are interested.<br/><br/><br/>On another note. Our stock is on the rise. We are in the works on the most important research arrangement since our founding. Because of this turn of events we will be having a feast! Bring your family, have a good time. Its times like this that makes us one huge family.<br/><br/>To our new home,<br/><br/>Matriarch Ishin Sedri, CEO<br/><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Month 4 spending""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Total creds this month 155<br/><br/>Construction-<br/>Watson<br/>5x mining complex 3 creds per<br/>1x Ground Fortifications lvl. 1 <br/><br/><br/><br/><br/>Units: x2 Infantry Division (Combat Biotics[free], Sniper teams) 4 months {22 creds}<br/> x3 LOKI Mech Battalion 2 months {6 creds}<br/> x1 YMIR Mech Division (200 Units, 5000 LOKI Troops),[High-quality Armaments,Advanced Armour] 37.5 creds 2 months<br/>Marine Division (Combat Biotics[free], High-quality Armaments, Advanced Armour) 18 credits, 4 months<br/>1.5 cred left over</div></div></div>"
17426,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=150,2015-01-06T04:06:00,Ralnis,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Into the Wastes pt2</span><br/><br/>The Inquisition had been tasked to unite the Blood Pack under their banner. While their forces were making their way to Tunchunka to start chasing down rumors and Krogans who had once swore their gun and battleaxe to the Blood Pack so that they can rebuild the mercenary organization despite the ongoing civil war with the Krogan and they have been hired to help the rebels, which also gives them access to snoop around the planet for rumors and any traces of former mercenaries as they devise a plan to see if there commanders or any others would corporate with them.<br/><br/>The first goal was to try and get the Blood Pack that are here on Heshtok under their control. The corvette that was flying though the hazardous wasteland of the planet as volcanic eruptions happen on a daily basis and today was no different as they were dodging the spews of lava coming from the planet until they saw a large metallic structure in a crater with large tent camps centered around it and they flew towards it. The corvette was met with Vorcha signalling their approach.<br/><br/>As the corvette landed, two figures that seemed like one Vorcha and one Krogan and several others of the same two kind of alien species as they were arguing.<br/>""Listen Gryll, I don't care what or who were are meeting. I am not going to be sitting around here in this hellhole and help you knock other weak pyrjaks around just so you can be a power in the galaxy.I am going to take my men and my guns back home for that is real fun is."" One of the Krogan Battlemasters was arguing with Gryll, the Vorcha who was the current leader of the Blood Pack remnants here in Heshtok and it seemed that he was trying to recover from the blow that had been dealt to them but to the Inquisition, the Vorcha is struggling to keep his own company from breaking apart.<br/>Gryll rebutted,"" just wait Krogan. We are not done, not yet! This maybe our only chance to get the Blood Pack back together again and be worth a damn!"" Gyrll said as he tried to inspire the Krogan, but was on deaf ears until they both turned to a Human in armor with a hood that was retractable and metallic show up and said to the Krogan,"" you should listen to Gyrll for his ambitions may save your position a lot better. Especially since you have someone wants to help you.""<br/><br/>The Krogan Battlemaster looked and started to laugh as he said,""This is what I have been waiting for? Alright Gyrll, I'll humor this one, who do you work for?"" Where the answer was""House Fennec"" he started to make a different face, one with disgust and animosity towards House Fennec. The news was already going through that the upstarts were looking to expand their grip and power as they were sighted in the DMZ. However, to have them try to absorb them was something that will take guts and guns and Gyrll knows and the Vorcha continued the business despite what his associates thought of the House's and there manners,"" If we do go with you and put our trust in you, what can you do to prove your worth?""<br/><br/>The Inquisitor gave it a minute and said,""The House will help you unite the Vorcha clans under your ruling in exchange for your allegiance. What say you?""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">The Stormwood-Watson Campaign</span><br/><br/>The Inquisition headquarters named Stormwood was growing as it now is the headquarters for the rest of the Headhunters as well. The Humans that lived on the planet paid them no mind and they were able to work in peace. That was until now and they had been tapping into the communication network that was in Watson and the QTE that was between each planet and across the galaxy a d had heard of a Asari Biotic and medical company had started to set up shop on the planet a d that made them furious as they wanted the planet to themselves and with another person had started to become a burden.<br/><br/>So, they did a call to arms against them to boot them off planet. They had just made heavy-military grade planetary guns hidden in their headquarters and even Augustine was back from his mission a d teamed up with his husband on the campaign. Their first strike was at their ground fortifications that they built and blow it up to send a message that they will not tolerate their trespassing.<br/><br/>350 credits(100 from Krogan rebels)<br/>- 40 Ground fortifications lvl2 on Watson<br/>- 50 Planetary guns lvl1 on Watson<br/>- 100 Planetary guns lvl2 on Watson<br/>140 credits left."
17427,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=150,2015-01-06T09:02:00,Independent States of Tula,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">The Real Geth</span></span></div><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Location: Omega Nebula, Amada System, Alchera High Orbit</span></div><br/><br/>When the human said the hostiles were the Collectors the Geth were silent a few moments as they went through their databanks and the extranet on these creatures, the data they collected came to a consensus that what the human was saying had a high probability of being truthful and so a second consensus was made...these Collectors were hostile and needed to be dealt with.<br/><br/>Finally after several long seconds the Geth being projected back to the human replied ""Consensus has been made...these Collectors are to be considered hostile by the Real Geth and we will take steps to confront them when appropriate. Further consensus has also been made, you have been truthful to us and so we shall be truthful to you as well, statistical probability of further survivors is near 0.001% as Systems Alliance Navy collected the only known survivors in escape pods. The Systems Alliance only risked a rescue operation in Terminus Space due to the ship that was downed being that of the MSV Normandy, we are here to search for the body of Commander Shepard for revival operations, we have calculated that her revival will increase odds of success against the Old Machines. As such we request your permission to land forces on Alchera for security and reclamation purposes, we will not leave this System without Commander Shepard.""<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">///</span><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Location: Phoenix Massing, Typhon System, Aite</span><br/><br/>When the True Geth lowered their weapons and placed them back onto their magnetic clamps so too did platform A-117 before the platform added in after the Prime was finished speaking ""We must agree with the True Geth platforms, we calculate that hostilities are not necessary as long as variables do not change. Furthermore, a Real Geth frigate currently in the system can escort your vessel back to the Flotilla for security purposes if you find that to your benefit.""<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Month 4:<br/>Current Balance: 157 Credits<br/>Expenditures:<br/>1x Urban Area -100 Credits<br/>1x Shipyard -50 Credits<br/><br/>Expected Month 5 Income: 116 (Laconix) + 10 (Mining Ship) + 15 (Base) + 7 (Remaining Balance) = 148 Credits</blockquote>"
17428,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=150,2015-01-06T11:43:00,Nuxipal,"<div align=""center"">Triarch Aleena<br/>Bridge of the <span style=""font-style: italic"">Mercy of Illium</span>, Orbit around Naxell<br/>Tesale System, Crescent Nebula</div><br/><br/>While sitting on the bridge a new report from the Citadel NewsNet corporation interrupted her regular scheduled viewing of<span style=""font-style: italic"">To Dance another Day</span>an Asari SitCom.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">This is Citadel NewsNet, and I'm Emily Wong.<br/><br/>An attack on the Krogan homeworld of Tuchanka was carried out today. While sources believe it was the Turians, they are denying that they would then crash their own station if they were to have ordered the attack. This leads many to believe that they were in fact, not responsible for the attack and are searching for the culprits. In related news, there is evidence to suggest that the Asari Consulate either had communications or was hacked by an organization on Illium only hours before the attack took place. We asked the Asari Councilor about the event and she replied that, ""As an Asari Colony, Illium has close ties to Thessia. As such, communications between Illium and the Consulate are very common.""<br/><br/><br/>In light of this, we are currently trying to contact a Triarch of Illium to clarify the situation...</span><br/><br/>As she says this the communicator on the bridge of the dreadnought. Aleena knew exactly who it was and smiled, patch it through. She quickly noticed she appeared live on the CNN broadcast.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Ah, thank you for accepting our communication Triarch Aleena. Now tell me, what do you make of this event. There is evidence to suggest you had contact with the CItadel only hours before the attack took place. Was this related.?</span><br/><br/>Aleena looked towards the communicator, ""We indeed had contact with our consulate before the attack. I am an Asari and I had plans on visiting the Citadel, thus as an Asari, I would logically contact the Asari Consulate.""<br/><br/>Still pushing the story, Emily Wong then asks,<span style=""font-style: italic"">What do you think of the Attack. There seems to have been two separate attacks that were separated by as much as twenty minutes. The time would have been required to change targets from the station.</span><br/><br/>Aleena could see what the news anchor was trying to get her to say, ""You want to know what I think? The attack on the Female camp was a terrible Tragedy. The Krogan are suffering terribly already under the rule of their current leadership. They did not need to lose possible fertile females. On the other hand. The attack on the Clan Urdnot headquarters, which I have learned from my own reports and your own news network's reports, was perfectly justifiable if the target was Urdnot Wreav. He murdered his own brother so he could be the Warchief of his clan. Urdnot Wrex would have been able to unite the Krogan race already and send them in a direction which would allow for peace to exist on Tuchanka and possibly even grant them the ability to have an Embassy on the Citadel once more. I can truly say that I hope Urdnot Wreav died in that attack for his crimes against his own family.""<br/><br/>Taken aback by her directness Emily Wong continues her attack, though more cautiously,<span style=""font-style: italic"">Are you saying that Illium despises Urdnot Wreav?</span>Annoyed Aleena responds, ""No, I am saying I despise Urdnot Wreav. I knew Urdnot Wrex many years ago. We spent a week trying to kill one another on a Pirate Space Station. He thought he had me trapped in a medical bay. I had been wounded by a shotgun he took off of a dead pirate and needed to get first aid. While in there, I administered first aid and deactivated the stabilizers of the station. He escaped, and so did I. He was a hero to the Galaxy who helped stop Saren and the Geth attack on the Citadel and was rewarded by being Murdered by Urdnot Wreav. Let the galaxy know, that if Urdnot Wreav still lives, I will come for him myself."" She shut off the communications and continued watching the broadcast.<br/><br/>Clearly shell shocked, Emily Wong looked at her notes.<span style=""font-style: italic"">That was a very enlightening speech from a leader of the new Illium government. With that, my segment has come to an end. We will try to keep everyone updated with the situation on Tuchanka. <br/><br/>This is Emily Wong, Signing off.</span><br/><br/>Just before the screen darkens out it can be heard,<span style=""font-style: italic"">Why does this always happen to my shows?</span><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Month 4 Expenditure""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Starting Credits: <span style=""color: #00FF00"">3103.3</span><br/>Infrastructure:<br/>Epho:<br/>1 Urban Area <span style=""color: #FF0000"">100</span><br/>1 Fuel Depot <span style=""color: #FF0000"">15</span><br/>2 Major Mining Complexes <span style=""color: #FF0000"">60</span><br/>3 Industrial Complexes <span style=""color: #FF0000"">45</span><br/>1 Major Industrial Complex <span style=""color: #FF0000"">40</span><br/><br/>Tesale Asteroid Belt:<br/>Orbital Mining Station <span style=""color: #FF0000"">200</span><br/><br/>Naxell:<br/>Orbital Mining Station <span style=""color: #FF0000"">200</span><br/>2 Aerostadt <span style=""color: #FF0000"">400</span><br/><br/>Small Space Station 2 <span style=""color: #FF0000"">400</span><br/>1 Urban Area <span style=""color: #FF0000"">100</span><br/>1 Fuel Depot <span style=""color: #FF0000"">15</span><br/><br/>Beregale:<br/><br/>2 Urban Areas <span style=""color: #FF0000"">200</span><br/>2 Fuel Depots <span style=""color: #FF0000"">30</span><br/>5 Mining Complexes <span style=""color: #FF0000"">50</span><br/>3 Industrial Complexes <span style=""color: #FF0000"">45</span><br/>1 Major Industrial Complex <span style=""color: #FF0000"">40</span><br/>2 Major Mining Complexes <span style=""color: #FF0000"">60</span><br/>1 Shipyard <span style=""color: #FF0000"">50</span><br/>1 Spaceport <span style=""color: #FF0000"">80</span><br/><br/>Military:<br/>Epho:<br/>1 Dreadnought <span style=""color: #FF0000"">90</span><br/>3 Militia (Combat Biotics) <span style=""color: #FF0000"">18</span><br/>Helyme:<br/>1 Dreadnought <span style=""color: #FF0000"">90</span><br/>5 Light Cruisers <span style=""color: #FF0000"">125</span><br/>2 Spec Ops (Combat Biotics, Elites, Heavy Weapons, Advanced Armor) <span style=""color: #FF0000"">16.8</span><br/>Illium:<br/>1 Sapper Detatchment <span style=""color: #FF0000"">7 Credits</span><br/>1 Dreadnought <span style=""color: #FF0000"">90</span><br/>10 Frigates <span style=""color: #FF0000"">100</span><br/>Beregale:<br/>1 Dreadnought <span style=""color: #FF0000"">90</span><br/>30 Corvette Packs <span style=""color: #FF0000"">120</span><br/><br/>Other:<br/>Monthly Payment to Crescent Claws <span style=""color: #FF0000"">200</span><br/>Crescent Claws Reward Money(Pending) <span style=""color: #FFBF00"">200</span><br/>Other Expenditures <span style=""color: #FF0000"">100</span><br/><br/>Starting Credits: <span style=""color: #00FF00"">2103.3</span> - Credits Spent: <span style=""color: #FF0000"">2902.8</span> - Pending Credits on hold <span style=""color: #FF8000"">200</span> = Credits Remaining: <span style=""color: #00FF00"">.5</span></div></div></div><br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 125%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Attack on Nutus</span></span><br/><br/>The Warlord Rashtek Chass has harassed the citizens of Sigurd's Cradle for years. Now he finds himself attacked. As the attack begins his ships begin taking hits. He watched as one frigate exploded. He was angry. ""Launch a counter attack send the fighters forward."" His force consisted of 1 Light Cruiser and now 3, instead of 4, frigates along with one fighter wing. The GARDIAN defenses on his ships were trying to take out fighters as they approached and the Mass Drivers on the Cruiser were locked in on one of the Destroyers trying to cripple it so that the boarding troops in the cruiser could try and take over at least one ship today."
17429,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=150,2015-01-06T17:18:00,Seno Zhou Varada,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nuxipal <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324974&amp;p=23046341#p23046341"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-size: 125%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Attack on Nutus</span></span><br/><br/>The Warlord Rashtek Chass has harassed the citizens of Sigurd's Cradle for years. Now he finds himself attacked. As the attack begins his ships begin taking hits. He watched as one frigate exploded. He was angry. ""Launch a counter attack send the fighters forward."" His force consisted of 1 Light Cruiser and now 3, instead of 4, frigates along with one fighter wing. The GARDIAN defenses on his ships were trying to take out fighters as they approached and the Mass Drivers on the Cruiser were locked in on one of the Destroyers trying to cripple it so that the boarding troops in the cruiser could try and take over at least one ship today.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Attack on Nutus, F*cking Warlords</span></span></span><br/><br/>The battle had begun. ""Foolish warlord"" one of the destroyer's captain said with a smile. As the battle begun 4 fighter wings attempted to get into ""knife"" range trying to overwhelm the 3 frigates. The destroyers on the other hand attacked the light cruiser blasting away. But Rashtek didn't realize the frigates had Thanix cannons. As the frigates moved around the light cruiser the order came ""Blast the light cruiser full of holes!"". The frigates then slowed down a bit and in 5 seconds loud blasts came as they fired. 6 Thanix cannon shots went into the ship... every five seconds each with the power of a cruiser shot. However the last fighter wing attempted to slow down the enemy fighter wing going to distract the enemy fighter wing."
17430,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=150,2015-01-06T18:26:00,Nuxipal,"<blockquote><div><cite>Seno Zhou Varada <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324974&amp;p=23050065#p23050065"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Nuxipal <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324974&amp;p=23046341#p23046341"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-size: 125%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Attack on Nutus</span></span><br/><br/>The Warlord Rashtek Chass has harassed the citizens of Sigurd's Cradle for years. Now he finds himself attacked. As the attack begins his ships begin taking hits. He watched as one frigate exploded. He was angry. ""Launch a counter attack send the fighters forward."" His force consisted of 1 Light Cruiser and now 3, instead of 4, frigates along with one fighter wing. The GARDIAN defenses on his ships were trying to take out fighters as they approached and the Mass Drivers on the Cruiser were locked in on one of the Destroyers trying to cripple it so that the boarding troops in the cruiser could try and take over at least one ship today.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Attack on Nutus, F*cking Warlords</span></span></span><br/><br/>The battle had begun. ""Foolish warlord"" one of the destroyer's captain said with a smile. As the battle begun 4 fighter wings attempted to get into ""knife"" range trying to overwhelm the 3 frigates. The destroyers on the other hand attacked the light cruiser blasting away. But Rashtek didn't realize the frigates had Thanix cannons. As the frigates moved around the light cruiser the order came ""Blast the light cruiser full of holes!"". The frigates then slowed down a bit and in 5 seconds loud blasts came as they fired. 6 Thanix cannon shots went into the ship... every five seconds each with the power of a cruiser shot. However the last fighter wing attempted to slow down the enemy fighter wing going to distract the enemy fighter wing.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Rashtek quickly realized that his ship was being destroyed. He took pleasure knowing he'd take at least one of the destroyers with him. All batteries, direct fire on destroyer marked as 'Alpha'. Light Cruiser shuddered as a full blast of all its guns were launched towards the bridge of the first destroyer. Seconds later the light cruiser was destroyed. The frigates managed to take down two of the fighter squadrons with the help of their own fighters. However, their fighter squadron soon fell and the combined attack from the remaining Saer Kalo frigates easily took them down. All that would remain now was the Orbital Mining Platform that sat unguarded on the outside, but no doubt held some sort of security on board.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""On Board Security""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">1 Battalion of LOKI mechs (5000 units)<br/>A few dozen techs for the gas mine</div></div></div><br/><br/><br/><div align=""center"">Triarch Shiala<br/>Nos Astra, Illium<br/>Tasale System, Crescent Nebula</div><br/><br/><br/>Word that Councilor Anderson, the man whom Shepard served under in the Alliance military, was on his way to Illium seeking to meet with members of the Illium government. She quickly sent a message to the other Triarchs saying she would meet with the Alliance diplomat who was coming to Illium soon. She followed it up with a message to Anderson.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Councilor Anderson,<br/><br/>Upon learning that you would be coming to Illium, I have prepared a landing platform for you and a shuttle car to act as your private vehicle while you are on Illium. Please note that not all Citadel laws apply here and you may see some things that are not normal in Citadel Space. I am Triarch Shiala, you may have heard of me from Shepard's reports on her Visit to Feros. She saved my life from the Thorian and helped save the entire colony. I now sit as one of the Three Triarchs of Illium. Having the most experience with Humans, and having known Shepard as well, I was the most logical choice to meet with you. I look forward to our meeting Councilor Anderson.<br/><br/>-Triarch Shiala</blockquote>"
17431,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=150,2015-01-06T18:50:00,Seno Zhou Varada,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nuxipal <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324974&amp;p=23050997#p23050997"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Seno Zhou Varada <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324974&amp;p=23050065#p23050065"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Attack on Nutus, F*cking Warlords</span></span></span><br/><br/>The battle had begun. ""Foolish warlord"" one of the destroyer's captain said with a smile. As the battle begun 4 fighter wings attempted to get into ""knife"" range trying to overwhelm the 3 frigates. The destroyers on the other hand attacked the light cruiser blasting away. But Rashtek didn't realize the frigates had Thanix cannons. As the frigates moved around the light cruiser the order came ""Blast the light cruiser full of holes!"". The frigates then slowed down a bit and in 5 seconds loud blasts came as they fired. 6 Thanix cannon shots went into the ship... every five seconds each with the power of a cruiser shot. However the last fighter wing attempted to slow down the enemy fighter wing going to distract the enemy fighter wing.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Rashtek quickly realized that his ship was being destroyed. He took pleasure knowing he'd take at least one of the destroyers with him. All batteries, direct fire on destroyer marked as 'Alpha'. Light Cruiser shuddered as a full blast of all its guns were launched towards the bridge of the first destroyer. Seconds later the light cruiser was destroyed. The frigates managed to take down two of the fighter squadrons with the help of their own fighters. However, their fighter squadron soon fell and the combined attack from the remaining Saer Kalo frigates easily took them down. All that would remain now was the Orbital Mining Platform that sat unguarded on the outside, but no doubt held some sort of security on board.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""On Board Security""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">1 Battalion of LOKI mechs (5000 units)<br/>A few dozen techs for the gas mine</div></div></div><br/></div></blockquote><br/><br/>As the Frigates finished off the remainder of the enemy blasting them to shreds or making a few single fighters flee the enemy was finished and Sigurd's Cradle would be calmer now... at least for a terminus cluster. ""Glad that's over, what's the damage report?"" the other destroyer captain asked. ""Lost a destroyer and 2 fighter wings"" one of the Frigate captains responded. Within a few days Vean would adress the public and a small state of mourning would begin. But now the mining station they had settled on. From what they could get there was some LOKI mechs, around a battalion, and some techs for the mining facility. The light transport soon arrived with a division of infantry and a division of sappers. The light transport docked then maybe a minute or two later the troops boarded, infantry first."
17432,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=150,2015-01-06T21:13:00,Kinistian,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Apex Ind||CEO Henry Clinton||Illium</span></span></div><br/><br/>The Apex leader gave a slight chuckle and then suddenly sat up straighter in his chair.""Well I suppose if you make money and I make money then I can safely say this agreement can be reach""he said in a rather pleasant tone and reached into his pocket to pull out a data pad.<br/><br/>He placed in on the Triarch's desk""just sign here and leave the rest to me""he said and folded his fingers to gather. The human business man waited patiently and silently hoped his Secretary was getting along well with king authors knights.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Apex Ind||Felsia||Entirety Bar </span></span></div><br/><br/>The young Asari sighed and looked down at her drink as this caused a problem for her.She knew Mr.Clintons ambition was to control the entire Nublian Expanse but she also knew that he wanted this pact.""My boss seems to have his eyes on most of the Nublian Expanse so sharing might make tensions rise. But I'm sure he'll agree to some colonization. As for the pact Mr.Clinton agrees"".<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Apex Ind||Zirnitra||The Committee</span></span></div><br/><br/>""The ASC needs more funds then any other branch this month""Rogelio Towler said as he walked around his fellow Directors.""We need a larger protection force in order to protect our assets""he went on and most of the board nodded and approval. Rogelio smiled a little as he saw all the hands raised to give over their months budgets to his branch.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Month 4""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Starting Income:322<br/>Gamayun<br/>Aerostadt-200+45<br/><br/>Zirnitra<br/>2Light Cruisers-100<br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Thanix cannons+25%<br/>Multicore shielding+25%<br/>Silaris Armor+50%</div></div></div><br/>5Corvette Pack-20<br/>Remaining Credits<br/>Next Months Income:369</div></div></div>"
17433,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=150,2015-01-06T21:35:00,The corporate states of Astavar,"<div align=""Center""><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://fc00.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2012/346/f/8/krogan_dmz_symbol_by_engorn-d5nuafv.png""/></div><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Tuchanka - Krogan DMZ</span></span></div><br/>Another early Radioactive morning on Tuchanka the Early warning station maxus there were two Krogan talking while watching their monitors ""you ever think of going back to Mercenary work?"" ""nah I already did that for 50 years made a good sum of credits but I want to serve my Clan and kill with style but I can't say being an Early warning operator was what I had in mind when I came back""<br/>""True True"" Suddenly a loud beeping from the consoles Starts then BOOM BOOM of enemy fire hitting the surface of Tuchanka ""What the hell that's a Thanix Cannon! THE BATTLESTATION IS SHOOTING AT US FIRE BACK FIRE""<br/>in an instant giant Turrets made to Take out Cruisers started shooting the battlestation<br/>""BATTLEMASTER!""<br/>""What is it?!""<br/>""th the battlestation...""<br/>""What's with the battlestation?... Out with it!""<br/>""It's... on a collision course Sir With Camp Urdnot""<br/>""my Mothers Tits on a thresher maw we have a whole Division down there INCLUDING URDNOT WREAV WARN THEM FOR CRYING OUT LOUD""<br/><br/>""In Camp Urdnot there was full on confusion ""GET THE FERTILE WOMEN AND CHILDREN OUT OF HERE THEY ARE THE FUTURE OF THIS CLAN!""<br/>Wreav was furious how could this happen the Council would pay dearly for this no matter the cost ""but he knew there was no escape every Tumkha, Gunship, Assault transport was filled to the brim first with Women and children then with Battlemasters after that anyone that could fit Wreav just went up to his throne sat down looked up at the sky seeing the station like a falling star.<br/>He thought it was actually quite beautiful then darkness Enveloped him.<br/><br/>Wreav woke up sitting on his throne looking down he saw that he had a 5 Centimeter wide lead pipe that went through his body and even through his throne Oddly enough he did not feel any pain he touched his face it was all sore and brittle like paper must be third degree burns atleast. He broke off the piece of metal protruding from his body then Painfully pulled himself off the Lead pipe he knew he did not have long to live Since Most of his blood was on the throne or beneath it. He could see Krogans laying everywhere nobody was awake most were probably dead he just hoped that most made it out alive. He managed to make it to the surface the battlestation was laying there like a husk several turian corpses had made it to the ground most likely shielded in closed off compartments.<br/>Wreav just stood there then fell to his knees watching the Sun go down for one last time but he could hear voices in the Distance ""There he is"" then the sounds off running he could feel himself falling then a voice it was Warlord Torgs voice ""Wreav i got you you tough son of a bitch you are the last person I'd see walking out of that place don't worry help is on the way""<br/>'""Torg Torg you must listen""<br/>""What is it Wreav? Talk to me""<br/>""I don't have much time I can hear my ancestors coming for me you need to listen you will lead Clan Urdnot now""<br/>""but What?? No you are my Battlemaster! you'll make it WHERE IS THAT DAMN TRANSPORT""<br/>Wreav laughed a bit Gurgeling up blood ""you have what it takes to lead you always did, I can see my Mother Father even Wrex they are waiting for me Farewell Torg and get the Vermin who did this.<br/>""I will Wreav I will damn damn"" Torg Lifted Wreavs broken body into the Transport Flying off while search and Rescue Parties descended on the impact site to search for survivors.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">1 day later</span><br/>all over Tuchanka there were old Loudspeakers to warn the public of incoming Nukes they had been Repaired and Retooled on the orders of Urdnot Torg<br/>""Yesterday there was an attack on Tuchankas honor dignity and soul the spineless wretch who we still do not know the identity or Organization attacked without provocation without just cause Clan Urdnot has suffered severe casualties the deathtoal stands at 20 thousand Urdnot soldiers 2000 Fertile and Infertile females 500 OF OUR YOUTH WERE BRUTALLY MURDERED IN COLD BLOOD and I as a krogan not as an Urdnot but as a Krogan of Tuchanka Pledge that these monsters will be brought to theirs knees then they will feel what we feel today for today My fellow Krogan is a day of mourning but also a Day for Vengenance i Plead to the Krogans of the galaxy that as long as these monsters are still free it is the duty of every Krogan to find and kill those who did this.<br/>I am Urdnot Torg leader of Clan Urdnot AND I AM KROGAN!""<br/><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Month 4""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">2/3 of an Infantry division was killed <br/>Tuchanka:<br/>Kanin:<br/>+1 Fuel Depot 15<br/>+1 Major Mining Complex 30<br/>+2 Industrial Complexes, 30<br/>+1 Major Industrial Complex 40<br/>115c<br/>Durak:<br/>+1 Fuel Depot 15<br/>+1 Major Mining Complex 30<br/>+2 Industrial Complexes, 30<br/>+1 Major Industrial Complex 40<br/>115c<br/>Kruban:<br/>+1 Urban Area<br/>+1 Fuel Depot<br/>+1 Major Mining Complex<br/>+2 Industrial Complexes, <br/>+1 Major Industrial Complex <br/><br/>445-447=2</div></div></div>"
17434,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=150,2015-01-07T03:42:00,Ralnis,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Stormwood-Watson Campaign,<br/>Deep in the Jungle</span><br/><br/>The House's own spec ops, no more than 110 were making their way towards the Asari fortifications. It seemed that the corporation was unaware of their presence so far and this gave them the element of surprise to them. They wanted to try and get as deep in the enemy defenses as possible before they fire any weapons. They were mostly fighting a guerilla campaign but hopefully that will not be for long as they had sent a encrypted message back to Capek command and to the Denfather for Housecarls and tanks as it seemed they were going to need them dearly if they were to stand up and kick the Biotics corporation of the planet. The Denfather was already hard pressed because they needed a presence were there was the rumors of Blood Pack remnants but after the death of Wrev, he knows what Clan Urdnot would do next and he said that they were bound to die and the Housecarls started leaving messages of sanctuary to those whose work led them to the Krogan homeworld and the news that happened with the new Warlord coming in power had made the Denfather set out in their highest encryption they can to Clan Jerax and the rest of the rebels that they can at least send them one last message.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To:Clan Jerax and the Triminutive of Tuchunka<br/>From: The Denfather<br/><br/> Pardon my informal and tone of this message but as I write this,all of species in the galaxy is in a Blood Rage and with good cause, but this letter is more of self-preservation and business than anything else. Let me start off with this by saying that my men have quit being your soldiers as it seems that there are increasingly pressing matters that I need my military where I can call them and it seems that the new Warlord is quite hellbent on getting vengeance and killing rebels against Clan Urdnot will probably be one of the first things to be on his list. However, I offer you a business proposition that can save you. You see, I can smuggle the strongest soldiers you have and the most fertile females and children to a garden world I own. In exchange, I want you and your Krogan to work for me as part of my army and you the representative general.You can keep the titles and respect that comes with it. We shall also respect your decisions with your people. You will be paid and will be outfitted with our best gear. You may also take independent contracts in the name of the House, but do let me know before and leave some forces in case I need them. Now, my offer stands and I am able to smuggle no more between 4-6 units worth of Krogan muscle and that's it. You have the first day of next month to give me an answer. If you don't answer back or refuse my offer then consider this the very last message you will here of House Fennec for Wed have severed all ties with your group and all I will have to say to end this is... Good luck.</blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Illium</span><br/><br/>The Denfather was done writing his message to the Krogan Warlord about his ultimatum in hopes he can salvage something from the DMZ before he sends in his Inquisition on full recon to chase down the rumors and find those who had a following and see if they will come back to the Blood Pack that he have striving to unite. He hope that whatever the Inquisition had sent to the meeting on his behalf would make an offer that he can work with. Augustine was in Watson trying to handle a turf war while the smugglers go pick up the Housecarls and transport them to the warzone. Right now the Asari had given into the allowance for the House to colonize and take planets, but in truth, it was to give them access to planets for recruitment for the House and the Inquisition to track down the other remnants of the Blood Pack and make bases for those who would be under his thumb. He drank and said,""the pact will be a short non-aggression pact for three months, after that we can slug it out if that is what Mr.Clinton wants."""
17435,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=150,2015-01-07T13:58:00,Derpainia,"<span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">Top Secret Report from Ajyr T'raza</span><br/><br/>It seems your fears were true, it seems we have made a grave mistake. When we setup this colony we picked up some radio chatter so i went in to investigate. It seems that House Fennec has already setup shop. I decided to take a couple days to assess the situation. It seems in the past day they have been on the move. They flew in a group of Highly armed force of about 75 strong from what i can see.<br/><br/>They have already left and are on the way, so be ready for them. I will stay behind and watch their movements. My team may be small but maybe we can flank them when the battle starts.<br/><br/>Our Defenses should be able to fend this force off, but i fear this is only the beginning. Even if we win this battle we may lose the war. House Fennec is powerful, and he has many allies. If we are to survive we must call in aid from anyone who will help.<br/><br/>Make sure our Loki Sniper division is on the alert. They think they have the element of surprise on their side. Lets let them keep thinking that. I am glad we have those Elites here. You were wise for sending them to assist in the setup of the colony, for they will be a great asset in the coming battle.<br/><br/>When this is all over we will need more troops. I don't like this, but we must survive.<br/><br/><br/><br/><br/>***************************************************End Transmission*********************************************************************"
17436,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=150,2015-01-07T17:51:00,Ralnis,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Stormwood-Watson Campaign,<br/>Cat and Mouse</span><br/><br/>The Housecarls did not come even though they had arrived back from the DMZ. In truth, the Inquisition had sent them away as they retreated from their goal after a realization had hit them. They went back to their base and requested pickup in their transport so they could talk in private.It was to ensure that they could not be heard on any frequency save the ones they need to hear. One of the few things that they like to have in the void of space. When they had started to talk about the strange situation and that the communications have been tapped. They knew how it would have been a game of car and Mouse and had feared the worst outcome. After much deliberation they had started to go for something more, close to how the galaxy thinks what they were. The Headhunters were sent back to Capek and that only left the Inquisition as they took the stealth transport and take the shuttles to the nearest planet of Crick to dock with a nearby destroyer after the Custodian uses its own Electronic Warfare Capabilities and take control over it. All this happened with the rest of the fleet was on its way."
17437,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=150,2015-01-07T19:24:00,Marzarbul,"<span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Sur'Kesh <br/>Talat, Hidanash Rizarka</span></div></span><br/>""Damn it all we are getting no where with this blasted contraption and I cannot concentrate with all this racket!"" Slinging the now defunct and sparking prototype armor gauntlet several meters towards the nearest wall. Gerron Ruui groaned with frustration as the discarded piece began to smolder in the far corner as a beleaguered intern attempted to put out the now expanding fire with his tattered white lab coat. He had almost succeeded this time with his attempt at integrating the newest stealth technology with standard issue STG armor. Created by several R&D outfits from Noveria this little beauty used half the normal element zero and was considered to be 22% more effective at cloaking its user than the usual system. While this system was still working out the kinks the Salarian Union quickly procured the prototype and the patent at exorbitant costs. It had taken over a month to begin replication and refinement of the stealth system. With the system being declared a success it was now Gerron's job to make that system portable and battlefield capable. Racking his mind for several seconds he walked slowly towards his now slightly charred intern who had finally extinguished the fire. ""Quit playing around Yebart. We have work to do and we can't all just dance around all day."" ""Yes sir. I will fetch another suit and stealth unit."" ""Please do Yebart."" Nodding his head slightly Yebart vaulted out the door down the hallway with nothing but a shirt and pants. His lab coat just a tattered piece of cloth on top of a destroyed set of armor.<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>To: Denfather<br/>From: The Triumvirate of Tuchanka (Warlord Taxxa)<br/><br/>We spit upon your ancestors bones at such an offer of running away! We are of Tuchanka! We are born of the rubble and will die in the rubble. Our mistake was paying scum to fight like Krogan. Good riddance and get off our rock!</div></blockquote><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Month 3""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Tuchanka:</span><br/>Proxy Forces on Tuchanka: Cost 60</div></div></div><br/><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Month 4""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Sur'Kesh</span><br/>Major Space Port= Cost 800 (180 Credits)<br/>1 Battle Cruiser=Cost 60 <br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Thanix Cannons= Cost 15</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Nasurn</span><br/>1 Small Space Port=Cost 80 (24 Credits Per Month)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Jaeto</span><br/>1 Small Space Port=Cost 80 (20 Credits Per Month)<br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Halegeuse</span><br/>1 Orbital Mining Station=Cost 200 (30 Credits per month)</div></div></div>"
17438,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=150,2015-01-07T19:57:00,Greater Istanistan,"OOC: Some of you might find this similar to my first Batarian post from the other game. In some ways, it is. Some ways.<br/><br/>BATARIAN ANNOUNCEMENT, MINISTRY FOR INFORMATION CONTROL<br/><br/>In every city in the Hegemony, and on most of them in the Terminus, citizens tune in to Batarian State News. Be they supporters or enemies, friends or foes, they know better to miss an official speech by a Minister. These are once in a lifetime events and signify great things.<br/><br/>The screens first light up with the simple raised sword logo of the Hegemony, before changing to show a relatively young Batarian, the Minister for Information Control, standing at a pulpit. A huge Batarian flag is draped across the wall behind him. As the<a class=""postlink"" href=""https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SkMMPNa0RuE"" rel=""nofollow"">State Anthem</a>(add for effect) blasts in the background, he grips the sides of his pulpit and begins to speak.<br/><br/>“People of the Hegemony, God-given state of grace and order.<br/><br/>In recent years, traitor-wreckerists, coupled with human imperialists in the Skyllian Verge and the racist lobbyism of the humans and their allies at the Council – have united to disrupt through heresy and sabotage the order and good government established by the Hegemony as per the Plan of the Prophet. For although the Hegemony is the Word in Fact, some foreigners and internal secularists – which, of course, are exactly the same as terrorists – have managed to, through their evil ways, move our nation away from the Sacred Order and towards chaos.<br/><br/>They have done this through deliberate mismanagement, fraud, sabotage of economic interests, mismanagement, administrative corruption, and purposeful negligence leading to the deaths of glorious and righteous workers. These murderers sought to, through economic action, destroy the social system of the Hegemony and all Batarian culture in a slow poisoning of our government. This has been insidious, creeping, and above all deeply damaging. For the perfect state cannot exist without the perfect people, and there were slimy snakes among us who were imperfect and, jealous of the perfection of others, sought to bring us to their level.<br/><br/>They have been foiled.<br/><br/>Over two hundred assorted serpents have been trodden on by the iron heel of the Ministry for State Security. As we speak, four hundred more will be executed. The number of snakes that will be killed will double every day, until it begins to contract as their numbers are depleted. There are snakes everywhere. They disguise themselves as ordinary people, but they are far from them. They are horrid egalitarian scum who refuse to accept their God-ordained place in the world and seek to overthrow the will of the Supreme Being itself. They hide themselves among you.<br/><br/>If you see someone being negligent, report it. If you see someone taking bribe money – which is a human, not a Batarian, tradition – report it. If you see someone engaging in traitorous acts, report them. Report all evil deeds of all kinds to your local Ministry supervisor so that these snakes may be purged. Even if you see a higher-caste individual engaging in such activities, report them. In the words of the Grand Eccliasarch of Char’Shaa, First Defender of the Faith, “the snakes are everywhere – they masquerade as God’s higher orders, but they are really slave-caste and deserve to be treated as slave-caste”. God detests snakes and posers. Report them. No heretic can and will go unpunished. Heretics are, by nature, weak and cowardly.<br/><br/>As a result of their evil plot, however, a great deal of damage has been done to the Perfect State. You have seen it for yourself, suffered from its effects. You know the unfairness wrought upon you by this evil regime of treason and discontent. You know what hunger feels like, what poverty feels like, what redundancy feels like. You know all these things because of the serpents in the Perfect World we seek, as a people, to build. Unfortunately, we cannot repair this with our native resources. These have been, despite their divine plentitude, denied us by the heretics. We must turn to the resources of others.<br/><br/>In this case, we have turned to old enemies who might yet be friends of the Batarian people and eventual fellow builders of the Perfect World in the years to come. The Asari, and in particular their upper caste and its Archon, the Matriarch Nyxemi, came to our aid, providing a short-term loan which can be used to repair the destruction which was visited on the Incarnation of the Supreme Blueprint. Another has been requested. These injections of much-needed Credits are being put to use by the Ministry of the Economy under the leadership of the wise Minister Gahr’Ahal, Archon Shek Batar, as we speak, building a better future for all Batarians, all castes, all planets, as one. They are, under His leadership, building new infrastructure. They are expanding spaceports. They are opening once again frontiers long lost to us due to sabotage. They are expanding cities, creating work for all. They are expanding us to the stars once more, taking in hand that which was for so long lost to us. These credits are being spent on you, the Batarian people, and on the Hegemony, foundations of the Promised Heaven. More are to come.<br/><br/>And when more have come and the damage done by the snakes (damn them to all the Hells) has been repaired, we shall stand strong, united, independent, and free once again. We shall reclaim our place. Our fleets will roar to the stars, rivalling them in their brilliance. Our armies will block out the Earth. Our industries will be the envy of all. We shall take what is rightfully ours. We shall rebuild what our ancestors constructed. We shall, at last, RECLAIM OUR DESTINY!”<br/><br/>As his voice hits a full-on shout and his fists rise into the air, the camera pans out, showing that he is not alone. He is, in fact, standing in front of a huge crowd of thousands of soldiers, all of the elite Hand divisions. As he screams his final lines into the air, the soldiers scream them back at him, in a deafening roar that perfectly matches the last notes of the Anthem.<br/><br/>“KHAR’SHAN IS GREAT! THE PEOPLE ARE GREATER! AND GOD! IS GREATEST! OF ALL!”<br/><br/>The raised sword logo is once again flashed on the screen, signifying the end of the broadcast."
17439,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=150,2015-01-07T23:29:00,Nuxipal,"<div align=""center"">Triarch Selas Lismir<br/>Nos Selas, Illium<br/>Tasale System, Crescent Nebula.</div><br/><br/>""We have a deal Mr. Clinton. I'll sign your papers. Presuming you sign mine."" She slides a datapad over to him. ""The old Bureaucracy needs its paper work to feel important. This one signature will provide some paper pusher something to do for days."" She waits for him to start signing before she puts her own mark on his document. With that out of the way she stands to shake his hand, ""Thank you for adding your goods to our trade network. We will both prosper and grow as friends.""<br/><br/>She prepared herself to be buried in work again. She had colonies to set up and a major construction work to plan. It would take a few months, but it would be well worth it. When completed, the Tasale system would be difficult to attack to say the least."
17440,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=150,2015-01-08T07:31:00,The Exodus Covenant,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">A Hellish Union</span><br/><br/>Gux snarled at what he saw though his old battered binoculars,watching the Blood Pack squirm around like women who can't stand to be in the same building. He crawled back into the top of his battle scared tank and sealed the hatch.""Bah Afrakir move forward!""and with those simple words the entire 1 Division of Vorcha heavy armor began to thunder across the fields of volcanic weeds.<br/><br/>Gux made sure the dust they picked up behind them was big and tall to show off numbers like he usually did when he was about to raid someone but not to day it seems. The tanks stopped on a nearby ridge so they had a better spot to shoot at while the lead tank made its way to the gathering.<br/><br/>The upper latch opened up and Gux upper body poked out.""Bahhhh Hello Krel and alein""he said with a snarling tone as toward over them with his tank."
17441,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=150,2015-01-08T07:49:00,Pac Kindom,"Rosetta Nebula, Alpha Draconis, 2175 Aeia<br/><br/>In his office on the Garden world Aeia James Taylor watched the latest shuttle arrive, all most as soon as it lands men and woman poor out. He thought they are all the same “ Hard as nails and almost too Independent for us and there on good”. . The natural beauty and the freedoms of the colony was attracting many more people and they are setting up shops or industry on the planet.<br/><br/>So an urban area was set up for these new people so could live near their jobs and more businesses. But else ware on the planet an Major Mining complex was built to exploit the mineral wealth was discovered on the planet<br/><br/><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""spending""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">250 credits + 71 income = 321 credits<br/>-60 credits Major Mining complex X 2<br/>-40 credits Major industrial complex<br/>-100 credits Urban Area<br/><br/>-20 credits Frigate (Stealth + Multicore shielding) – 2 Months<br/>-20 credits Frigate (Stealth + Multicore shielding ) – 2 Months<br/>-6 credits Corvette Pack (Stealth + Enhanced GARDIAN ) – 2 Months<br/>-6 credits Corvette Pack (Stealth + Enhanced GARDIAN ) – 2 Months<br/>-12 credits Fighter wing (Stealth systems + Multicore shielding) – 2 Months<br/>-12 credits Fighter wing (Stealth systems + Multicore shielding) – 2 Months<br/>-14 credits interceptor wing (Stealth systems + Multicore shielding) – 2 Months<br/>-14 credits interceptor wing (Stealth systems + Multicore shielding) – 2 Months<br/><br/>24 credits remaining; + 151 credits /month.</div></div></div>"
17442,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=150,2015-01-08T07:55:00,Ralnis,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Exodus Covenant <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324974&amp;p=23066469#p23066469"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">A Hellish Union</span><br/><br/>Gux snarled at what he saw though his old battered binoculars,watching the Blood Pack squirm around like women who can't stand to be in the same building. He crawled back into the top of his battle scared tank and sealed the hatch.""Bah Afrakir move forward!""and with those simple words the entire 1 Division of Vorcha heavy armor began to thunder across the fields of volcanic weeds. <br/><br/>Gux made sure the dust they picked up behind them was big and tall to show off numbers like he usually did when he was about to raid someone but not to day it seems. The tanks stopped on a nearby ridge so they had a better spot to shoot at while the lead tank made its way to the gathering.<br/><br/>The upper latch opened up and Gux upper body poked out.""Bahhhh Hello Krel and alein""he said with a snarling tone as toward over them with his tank.</div></blockquote><br/>The diplomat was gulping knowing Vorcha and the unpredictable aggressiveness towards one another and he knew that sort of snarl would mean a raid or combat of some sort. He then went on his Omni-tool to communicate with the Vorcha in the tank with some worry.""Who might you be, I didn't know that the Blood Pack was having guests."""
17443,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=150,2015-01-08T09:31:00,Nuxipal,"<blockquote><div><cite>Seno Zhou Varada <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324974&amp;p=23051318#p23051318"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Nuxipal <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324974&amp;p=23050997#p23050997"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>Rashtek quickly realized that his ship was being destroyed. He took pleasure knowing he'd take at least one of the destroyers with him. All batteries, direct fire on destroyer marked as 'Alpha'. Light Cruiser shuddered as a full blast of all its guns were launched towards the bridge of the first destroyer. Seconds later the light cruiser was destroyed. The frigates managed to take down two of the fighter squadrons with the help of their own fighters. However, their fighter squadron soon fell and the combined attack from the remaining Saer Kalo frigates easily took them down. All that would remain now was the Orbital Mining Platform that sat unguarded on the outside, but no doubt held some sort of security on board.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""On Board Security""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">1 Battalion of LOKI mechs (5000 units)<br/>A few dozen techs for the gas mine</div></div></div><br/></div></blockquote><br/><br/>As the Frigates finished off the remainder of the enemy blasting them to shreds or making a few single fighters flee the enemy was finished and Sigurd's Cradle would be calmer now... at least for a terminus cluster. ""Glad that's over, what's the damage report?"" the other destroyer captain asked. ""Lost a destroyer and 2 fighter wings"" one of the Frigate captains responded. Within a few days Vean would adress the public and a small state of mourning would begin. But now the mining station they had settled on. From what they could get there was some LOKI mechs, around a battalion, and some techs for the mining facility. The light transport soon arrived with a division of infantry and a division of sappers. The light transport docked then maybe a minute or two later the troops boarded, infantry first.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The infantry found the halls of the orbital facility crowded with mechs. They were many and they seemed focused on preventing the Saer Kalo troops from gaining a foothold in the station. The Mechs weren't terribly well armed, but the weapons they had were punishing to anyone coming towards them. In the control room of the station the engineers and techs for the mining equipment were trying to decide if they should surrender or destroy the station.<br/><hr/><br/><br/><div align=""center"">Operative Nyexa D'Ath<br/>Asari Commando Operations Center, Illium<br/>Tasale System, Crescent Nebula</div><br/><br/>Nyexa was going through the data collected from Ilos. She had been operational command of the mission and was proceeding to organize the Data. There was several sites she wanted to check out. Apparently there was stations on Thessia, Mars, Eden Prime, Kopis, Feros, Kahje, Fehl Prime and Therum. She knew that the ones on Thessia, Kahje, Mars, and Therum had been well documented. That left Kopis, Eden Prime, Feros, and Fehl Prime to search through. She began researching if any of these sites had been discovered and in what capacity."
17444,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=150,2015-01-08T09:39:00,Seno Zhou Varada,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nuxipal <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324974&amp;p=23067311#p23067311"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Seno Zhou Varada <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324974&amp;p=23051318#p23051318"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>As the Frigates finished off the remainder of the enemy blasting them to shreds or making a few single fighters flee the enemy was finished and Sigurd's Cradle would be calmer now... at least for a terminus cluster. ""Glad that's over, what's the damage report?"" the other destroyer captain asked. ""Lost a destroyer and 2 fighter wings"" one of the Frigate captains responded. Within a few days Vean would adress the public and a small state of mourning would begin. But now the mining station they had settled on. From what they could get there was some LOKI mechs, around a battalion, and some techs for the mining facility. The light transport soon arrived with a division of infantry and a division of sappers. The light transport docked then maybe a minute or two later the troops boarded, infantry first.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>The infantry found the halls of the orbital facility crowded with mechs. They were many and they seemed focused on preventing the Saer Kalo troops from gaining a foothold in the station. The Mechs weren't terribly well armed, but the weapons they had were punishing to anyone coming towards them. In the control room of the station the engineers and techs for the mining equipment were trying to decide if they should surrender or destroy the station.<br/><hr/><br/></div></blockquote><br/><br/>As the infantry came in and as the mechs attacked them trying to get the troops from taking hold of the station the infantry pushed through. The mechs were outnumbered on a ratio of 6 to 1 and the infantry were human but the mechs were a bit of a fight and the infantry after this attack would need to be replenished. However it was clear the mechs especially LOKI ones stood no chance for the infantry outnumbering them soon they would bd destroyed and the infantry would probably be able to capture the station. In the meanwhile the sappers behind them did their thing as the infantry cleared out the place the sappers disarmed any traps or things that could be set off to destroy the station as best they could."
17445,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=150,2015-01-08T09:43:00,Nuxipal,"<blockquote><div><cite>Seno Zhou Varada <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324974&amp;p=23067375#p23067375"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Nuxipal <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324974&amp;p=23067311#p23067311"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>The infantry found the halls of the orbital facility crowded with mechs. They were many and they seemed focused on preventing the Saer Kalo troops from gaining a foothold in the station. The Mechs weren't terribly well armed, but the weapons they had were punishing to anyone coming towards them. In the control room of the station the engineers and techs for the mining equipment were trying to decide if they should surrender or destroy the station.<br/><hr/><br/></div></blockquote><br/><br/>As the infantry came in and as the mechs attacked them trying to get the troops from taking hold of the station the infantry pushed through. The mechs were outnumbered on a ratio of 6 to 1 and the infantry were human but the mechs were a bit of a fight and the infantry after this attack would need to be replenished. However it was clear the mechs especially LOKI ones stood no chance for the infantry outnumbering them soon they would bd destroyed and the infantry would probably be able to capture the station. In the meanwhile the sappers behind them did their thing as the infantry cleared out the place the sappers disarmed any traps or things that could be set off to destroy the station as best they could.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>As they were pushing through the Loki mechs, the Saer Kalo infantry came to a door that was sealed. Behind it the engineers and technicians of the station had made their decision. They would surrender with the station. The first of the infantry tried opening the door and found it locked. Within moments however, it opened and 11 engineers and 13 technicians emerged surrendering to the Saer Kalo military. At that point there was only clean up of the remaining LOKI mechs to be done and the station would belong to Saer Kalo"
17446,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=175,2015-01-08T09:57:00,Seno Zhou Varada,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nuxipal <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324974&amp;p=23067405#p23067405"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote><div><cite>Seno Zhou Varada <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324974&amp;p=23067375#p23067375"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/>As the infantry came in and as the mechs attacked them trying to get the troops from taking hold of the station the infantry pushed through. The mechs were outnumbered on a ratio of 6 to 1 and the infantry were human but the mechs were a bit of a fight and the infantry after this attack would need to be replenished. However it was clear the mechs especially LOKI ones stood no chance for the infantry outnumbering them soon they would bd destroyed and the infantry would probably be able to capture the station. In the meanwhile the sappers behind them did their thing as the infantry cleared out the place the sappers disarmed any traps or things that could be set off to destroy the station as best they could.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>As they were pushing through the Loki mechs, the Saer Kalo infantry came to a door that was sealed. Behind it the engineers and technicians of the station had made their decision. They would surrender with the station. The first of the infantry tried opening the door and found it locked. Within moments however, it opened and 11 engineers and 13 technicians emerged surrendering to the Saer Kalo military. At that point there was only clean up of the remaining LOKI mechs to be done and the station would belong to Saer Kalo</div></blockquote><br/>As the infantry came to the sealed door and when it later opened revealkng the techs and engineers they made sure to have a few teams escort them back to the shuttle while the rest of the infantry and sappers clear out the rest of those annoying mechs and taking the station. This was a victory for Saer Kalo and certainly profitable."
17447,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=175,2015-01-08T10:20:00,The Exodus Covenant,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">A Hellish Union</span><br/><br/>Gux snorted and opened the top latch of the tank and climb up on top of the tank.""Me Gux!What do you think these Blood Pack Pyjacks are the only Vorcha around?""he asked as if he was talking to someone who was dumber.""Who could miss ship flying over head""he said and glanced in between the two.<br/><br/>The battle scar Vorcha then jumped onto the ground in front of his tank.""What you be doing here human!""the Vorcha asked with a grunting snort afterwards. It's not everyday they see a alien vessel and the Blood Pack together. Though he asked the question Gux seemed to let his red eyes drift to the massive metal body of the ship."
17448,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=175,2015-01-08T14:36:00,Liecthenbourg,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""color: #400040"">The Geth Consensus</span></span></span><br/><br/><img alt=""Image"" src=""http://fc06.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2011/230/1/1/geth_space_symbol_by_engorn-d46z6pc.png""/><br/><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">We Are Legion</span></span></div><br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/>The Consensus debated and debated, on and on throughout the Geth Servers. The interactions with the Creators upon Aite were not foreseen, and the individuals present and the factors calculated into the equations the Geth had put forward did not predict a favourable outcome, but moreso one that would end in hostility. The Creators had not put their weapons down, it had seemed and many of the Geth programmes predicted a back stab once the ""prisoner"" was freed. 43% of the Consensus had put forward the idea of a preemptive strike against the Creators and the ""Real Geth"" unit, to solidify their percentage of victory. 51% had stated that the only proper course action that would be reasonable would be to only attack the Creators if they struck first. 6% of the Geth had suggested to leave the area now, but this was merely a small whisper in the cascading battle of shouts that was shaking the very core of the consensus itself. What to do.<br/><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Spending""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Balance: 1,003 Credits<br/><br/>Rannoch:<br/>800 Credits on upgrading Minor Spaceport to Major Spaceport (800 Credits)<br/><br/>Haza:<br/>1 Orbital Mining Station (200 Credits)<br/><br/>Balance: 3 Credits</div></div></div><br/><br/>WIP"
17449,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=175,2015-01-08T15:28:00,Eridanus 3,"<blockquote><div><cite>Nuxipal <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324974&amp;p=23050997#p23050997"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><div align=""center"">Triarch Shiala<br/>Nos Astra, Illium<br/>Tasale System, Crescent Nebula</div><br/><br/><br/>Word that Councilor Anderson, the man whom Shepard served under in the Alliance military, was on his way to Illium seeking to meet with members of the Illium government. She quickly sent a message to the other Triarchs saying she would meet with the Alliance diplomat who was coming to Illium soon. She followed it up with a message to Anderson.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Councilor Anderson,<br/><br/>Upon learning that you would be coming to Illium, I have prepared a landing platform for you and a shuttle car to act as your private vehicle while you are on Illium. Please note that not all Citadel laws apply here and you may see some things that are not normal in Citadel Space. I am Triarch Shiala, you may have heard of me from Shepard's reports on her Visit to Feros. She saved my life from the Thorian and helped save the entire colony. I now sit as one of the Three Triarchs of Illium. Having the most experience with Humans, and having known Shepard as well, I was the most logical choice to meet with you. I look forward to our meeting Councilor Anderson.<br/><br/>-Triarch Shiala</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/>The shuttle screamed out of FTL, dropping 20 kilometers from the Relay's endpoint. The flight into Illium could be another hour or two, but time wasn't of the essence to him. If it was, he would have given forward notice of his arrival. Though, since it was a corporate colony, and his flight registry was unsecured, it wouldn't be too long. However, he was very surprised when a member of the Triarchy, an Asari by the name of Shiala, called and informed him of a few surprising things. The first being that his visit was not unexpected. While he had guards, none of them were uniformed, and nobody on the ship used their real name. There was a leak in the organization. In the midst of this, it was also revealed that Shepard was being name dropped quite often in this. That was a problem. Anderson had a great deal of respect for the woman, and had dedicated his time and soul into making that woman succeed in any way possible. She reminded Anderson of himself. Anderson also couldn't help but admit it, Shepard was the only other person who had the same spark and drive as Kahlee Sanders. The world was lesser for her loss. He sent the following as a reply, and directed the shuttle to put him down at the specified co-ordinates.<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">I do remember Shepard speaking of you, although I am not sure if actually were in her report. I know one of her crew, Liara T'soni, had given me a dossier of the people Shepard had encountered there on Feros, and you were in that report. I shall be arriving at the designated co-ordinates shortly, and do hope to meet with you. My security chief might just piss herself when she finds out you knew I was coming... I look forward to our meeting.<br/><br/>- David</blockquote>"
17450,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=175,2015-01-08T15:53:00,Ralnis,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Exodus Covenant <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324974&amp;p=23067713#p23067713"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">A Hellish Union</span><br/><br/>Gux snorted and opened the top latch of the tank and climb up on top of the tank.""What do you think these Blood Pack Pyjacks are the only Vorcha around?""he asked as if he was talking to someone who was dumber.""Who could miss ship flying over head""he said and glanced in between the two.<br/><br/>The battle scar Vorcha then jumped onto the ground in front of his tank.""What you be doing here human!""the Vorcha asked with a grunting snort afterwards. It's not everyday they see a alien vessel and the Blood Pack together. Though he asked the question Gux seemed to let his red eyes drift to the massive metal body of the ship.</div></blockquote><br/>The Vorcha seemed to be easily angered, something that occurred in all Vorcha and to try and make a happy one is trying to hard to appease. The diplomat had to try no matter what the rumors were true of this.,"" I am a representative of House Fennec and I an discussing a absorbing of the Blood Pack, perhaps you would like to oversee the discussion and perhaps like to get the aid of House Fennec?"""
17451,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=175,2015-01-08T16:16:00,Pac Kindom,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">Rosetta Nebula, Alpha Draconis, 2175 Aeia</span><br/><br/>To James Taylor becoming there need some land forces needed for security of the colony. He also thought we to find some trading parneters so Illium and Saer Kalo was chusen, So he sent a message for trading was sent to the Illium and Saer Kalo .<br/><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To Illium Leaders<br/><br/>Hello,<br/>We are writing to you to see if you would have any intrested in a trading relationship. What have to offer is Omni-tools, Medi-gel and entertainment products.<br/><br/>From James Taylor the leader of Aeia</blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To Saer Kalo Leaders<br/><br/>Hello,<br/>We are writing to you to see if you would have any intrested in a trading relationship. What have to offer is Omni-tools, Medi-gel and entertainment products.<br/><br/>We Live a part of the Milky Way the is full of Pirates and raders and we were wondering if you would intrested in opening diplomatic relations.<br/><br/>From James Taylor the leader of Aeia</blockquote>"
17452,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=175,2015-01-08T16:36:00,The Exodus Covenant,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">A Hellish Union</span><br/><br/>""Baahhh never heard of it!Why Gux help human and Blood Pack""he snarled out and began to pace in front of the two groups.""Gux no do stuff for free""she said and kept glancing at the corvette as if pondering not to take it."
17453,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=175,2015-01-08T17:07:00,The corporate states of Astavar,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Tuchanka</span></div><br/><br/><br/>Urdnot Torg was sitting on his new Throne Camp Urdnot had been abandoned and a new temporary place had been established, Torg was Approached by Urdnot Korx who was overseeing Construction projects on Krogan planets.<br/>""Torg I must speak with you the projects you wanted to be built next month can not be completed without additional funds i request taking out a loan""<br/>Torg eyed Korx with serious eyes ""what do you mean Loan?""<br/>""Well I project that we need 486 Credits to Fund the Construction of next month's buildings but I am also certain that we can pay back the Loan the very next month with Interest""<br/>""Hmm who do you have in mind? Who has those kinds of funds on hand?""<br/>""well I thought about that and normally I'd recommend the Asari but they recently Loaned what seems like a considerable amount of credits to the Batarian Hierarchy so that leaves one option that i know of""<br/>""who?""<br/>""you aren't going to like it but the only option is Illium"" Korx took a step back to avoid becoming collateral damage<br/>""illum... ILLUM!! THAT BITCH Triarch Aleena INSULTED WREAVS HONOR IN GALACTIC NEWS YOU WANT ME TO GO TO HER AND BEG FOR MONEY!!"" Torg brakes of a piece of Concrete and throws it into a varrens face killing it instantly.<br/>""Torg calm down there will be no begging of any kind on your part that is why i will send someone from Clan Nakmor, Nakmor Goret exactly""<br/>Torg had clamed himself and with heavy breathing he spoke ""Clan Nakmor Distastes us since Wrex died""<br/>""Yes but they have warmed up since Wreav's death and they are our Allies after all i hear Goret especially disliked Wreav so Triarch Aleena and him should have much in common""<br/>""What makes you sure that he will help us?""<br/>""Except that i already asked him you mean? hehe well he might not hold any love for us but his Female is of Clan Urdnot and he is not stupid i explained what we needed and he assured me he would do his best""<br/>""what makes you sure he wont come back with Triarch Aleena's blessing to kill us all?""<br/>""first of all Clan Nakmor is much smaller than us we even share females on occasion and they loved Wrex we can trust them""<br/>""as you say but be warned if this goes wrong i'll have your head now go do what you do best""<br/>Korx marshed of to brief Goret on what we needed and Torg slumped back on his throne ""i need a drink BRING ME SOMETHING STRONG!""<br/><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">2 day's later Illum</span><br/>Triarch Aleena's people had been informed of Nakmor Goret's arrival 2 day's in advance<br/>Goret was surprised when Korx approached him with the offer of going to Illum and brokering a deal, Relations between Clan Nakmor and Clan Urdnot had been sour since the death of Wrex but now when his killer Wreav was dead they could forgive and forget Torg was not a bad leader though he was quite close to Wreav and this Goret did not like in the Krogan. Goret was about 460 years old in his youth him and Wrex had been close friends and hearing of his death was a serious blow against Goret, his thoughts were interrupted by the pilot talking in his radio<br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>""this is Tuchanka Shuttle 21 Requesting Landing coordinates please respond Ilium Control""</div></blockquote>"
17454,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=175,2015-01-08T17:58:00,Ralnis,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Exodus Covenant <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324974&amp;p=23071546#p23071546"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">A Hellish Union</span><br/><br/>""Baahhh never heard of it!Why Gux help human and Blood Pack""he snarled out and began to pace in front of the two groups.""Gux no do stuff for free""she said and kept glancing at the corvette as if pondering not to take it.</div></blockquote><br/>The diplomat saw the Vorcha eye the corvette and an idea came to him as he responded,"" if you help us then we give you nine corvettes(three corvette packs) for you, the same as this one!"" Giving Vorcha weapons and ships is never a good idea, but considering is war for the planet then trying to enlisting the aid as many Vorcha as possible for that can help the House and the Blood Pack in the long run."
17455,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=175,2015-01-08T18:27:00,The Exodus Covenant,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">A Hellish Union</span><br/><br/>The Vorcha general looked at the human and then back at the corvette then back at him.""What your want from Gux? What you want help with?""he asked and took a few steps closer. His demeanor less aggressive then before. He could tell they had something big planned bit it involved his Homeworld and Gux needed to know it wasn't a problem for him."
17456,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=175,2015-01-08T18:59:00,Ralnis,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Exodus Covenant <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324974&amp;p=23072978#p23072978"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">A Hellish Union</span><br/><br/>The Vorcha general looked at the human and then back at the corvette then back at him.""What your want from Gux? What you want help with?""he asked and took a few steps closer. His demeanor less aggressive then before. He could tell they had something big planned bit it involved his Homeworld and Gux needed to know it wasn't a problem for him.</div></blockquote><br/>The diplomat started to look at Gux as he had been able to peak the Vorcha's interests and he said,"" we want the Blood Pack to join my organization and we need warriors, Vorcha and Krogan that are still in the Blood Pack. You help House Fennec round up the Blood Pack, you will get corvettes."""
17457,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=175,2015-01-08T19:24:00,The Exodus Covenant,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">A Hellish Union</span><br/><br/>Gux thought to himself for a few seconds before nodding in agreement.""Deal my army will help with your pyjack hunt!""he said and pulled up his arm to activate a old model of the omi tool witch scent a message to the human in front of him.""These are locations where Bloodpack usually are. Trust me,me raid them a few times""Gux snorted."
17458,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=175,2015-01-08T19:43:00,Seno Zhou Varada,"<blockquote><div><cite>Pac Kindom <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324974&amp;p=23071262#p23071262"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To Saer Kalo Leaders<br/><br/>Hello,<br/>We are writing to you to see if you would have any intrested in a trading relationship. What have to offer is Omni-tools, Medi-gel and entertainment products.<br/><br/>We Live a part of the Milky Way the is full of Pirates and raders and we were wondering if you would intrested in opening diplomatic relations.<br/><br/>From James Taylor the leader of Aeia</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/>Multiple corporation representatives were sitting in a lounge/waiting room waiting for an audience about who will own the new orbital mining facility having coffee and doughnuts when one of the representatives, a national one got a message. Quickly looking at it he was greeted by a hit of confusion. One of the others walked up and asked ""what is it""? The other replied confused ""some 'colony' has offered up trading and diplomatic relationships"". ""Isn't that good?"" the corporate one asked. ""Yeah but we have no clue who they are"" the national one replied. ""Hmm... type something up about us thinking it's to dangerous"" the corporate one calmly said. As he said that the national one quickly typed out a response to the colony.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To Colony Aeia<br/><br/>We would normally be glad to accept allies or trading partners but we think it's to dangerous to let trade convoys from a smaller colony come especially in the Cradle. Perhaps in a few months.<br/><br/>From Saer Kalo Representative</blockquote>"
17459,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=175,2015-01-08T21:59:00,Eridanus 3,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic"">Kaiden Alenko</span></span><br/><br/>It had barely been any time at all. A short jump into the Terminus. 3 ships missing. Shepard...<br/><br/>Dead.<br/><br/>Or stranded. Nobody had found a corpse. Elysium had a monument in his name.<br/><br/>He had a message to send. He was SPECTRE now, sent to find out what killed the first human SPECTRE.<br/><br/>Colonel Corinthi, his ""boss"" new a man in the Terminus, the man in charge of the ""Black Moon Company"". Or something like that...<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Colonel (retired) Matsuo Katsumoto <br/>This address was forwarded to me by Colonel Corinthi, who you may remember. I hereby ask you for a favor, on his behalf. I would like any information regarding the death of CMDR Shepard. <br/><br/>- Major Alenko, SPECTRE.</blockquote>"
17460,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=175,2015-01-08T22:16:00,Nuxipal,"<div align=""center"">Triarch Aleena<br/>Nos Astra, Illium<br/>Tasale System, Crescent Nebula</div><br/><br/>Aleena had caught word that Wreav had in fact died. Not in the attack, but from it. He died of wounds received from the attack, but lived long enough to appoint his successor. Finally, the killer of Wrex was dead, but now she would be busy. A Krogan Delegation was coming, she suspected they were coming to kill her, not negotiate. She therefore prepared the office they would meet in so that she could fight them back while a team of Asari Commando waited in the building disguised as regular office staff.<br/><br/>This would give her protection, but still permit them to gain from the death of Wreav. Something that Aleena truly wished to see. Her hatred of Wreav, even in his death, meant that she wished to truly destroy his legacy even after his death. She sends ok for the Krogans to land.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: Krogan Shuttle<br/><br/>Please proceed to Docking Bay 337. You will have an escort to Triarch Aleena's offices.</blockquote><br/><br/><br/>She also sent a message off to the humans on Aeia.<br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To: James Taylor of Aeia<br/><br/>I was unaware a human colony had been established on Aeia. I will send one of my envoys out there to investigate if this colony is capable of keeping up with the demands of the Illium trade network. She is a friend of mine and a former Diplomatic Emissary to the Citadel. Her name is Nassana Dantius, owner of the Dantius Corporation. She will be on a ship out to your colony and will be there by the beginning of the next month.<br/><br/>-Triarch Aleena</blockquote><br/><br/><div align=""center"">Triarch Shiala<br/>Nos Astra, Illium<br/>Tasale System, Crescent Nebula</div><br/><br/>Shiala had prepared to receive Councilor Anderson. She had a proper diplomatic party prepared and on standby at a diplomatic landing platform in the heart of Nos Astra. It would only be a short walk to her office and to the quarters prepared for Anderson and his guard. Shiala would be present as well, it was a very high ranking diplomat from CItadel Space and as a leader of Illium, she was expected to be present. She sent updates to the other two Triarchs about the upcoming meeting with Anderson and then another update regarding the biannual Triarchy Meeting."
17461,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=175,2015-01-08T22:57:00,Ralnis,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Exodus Covenant <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324974&amp;p=23073656#p23073656"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">A Hellish Union</span><br/><br/>Gux thought to himself for a few seconds before nodding in agreement.""Deal my army will help with your pyjack hunt!""he said and pulled up his arm to activate a old model of the omi tool witch scent a message to the human in front of him.""These are locations where Bloodpack usually are. Trust me,me raid them a few times""Gux snorted.</div></blockquote><br/>The diplomat had taken the message in his omni-tool and nodded as he found an ally,"" this will do wanders for the House and we shall hold up to our bargin as we have the resources to build them in no time."""
17462,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=175,2015-01-09T01:54:00,TriStates,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;""><a class=""postlink"" href=""https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0hMjtegEduI"" rel=""nofollow"">Echoes in Eternity</a></span><br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Pheniox Massing Cluster, Tassrah System, Exiting System</span><br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Masato Katsumoto</span></span></div><br/><br/>The<a class=""postlink"" href=""https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oSmOCghGbAE"" rel=""nofollow"">morning general quarters alarm</a>woke Colonel Masato Katsumoto, and he automatically reached for the little chain beside his sweat-soaked bed and pulled it. The cramped stateroom was bathed in a harsh white light as he sat up, rubbing his eyes. Awareness came quickly, but not instantly. He always took a moment to get his bearings when he’d been having the Dream, and he’d been right in the middle of it. The same one. It came almost every night and he knew it at the time, almost consciously, but he could never remember it when he woke. He just knew he’d had it again.<br/><br/>Even while he dreamed, his subconscious seemed to blot out each sequence of events as soon as they occurred so he was aware only of what was happening at that very moment and, of course, the crippling dread of . . . something he knew was yet to come. Sometimes, like now, if he was disturbed before the Dream reached its horrible, inevitable conclusion, he’d carry a sense of it with him for a while. But, as usual, details vanished as soon as he opened his eyes, like roaches when the lights came on. Even now, the last vestiges of . . . whatever the Dream was diminished like a wisp of smoke in a ocean gale. All he really knew for sure was that Shanxi was involved. The planet where, it seemed like three life times ago, he somehow survived destruction at the hands of the Turians. The alien invaders.<br/><br/>A stance dictaded by his values. That of a man, who dedicated his life to the service. To the Alliance blue, black and grey. Only to be cast a drift in the dark expanse of space, marrooned, from everything he had known. In the name of political expediance . . .<br/><br/>For a while he sat there, struggling to classify the dark, lingering emotional perceptions and taking inventory of the things he knew. They were under way; he could feel the vibration of the cold deck beneath his bare feet. The unusual strain he perceived in the fibers of the ship indicated the “prize” was still under tow. That meant all the events leading to its capture weren’t remnant nightmare threads of the Dream, so everything else he suddenly recalled must have really happened. Damn. He didn’t know why the Dream eluded him so. It couldn’t be subconscious fear. Nothing could be as scary as the things he’d actually endured on that colony planet, all those years ago.<br/><br/>Shaking his head, he stood and moistened a towel in his wash-basin. They were already low on fresh water again so he couldn’t indulge in a shower. He had to be content with a quick, unrefreshing wipe-down. Finished, he sparingly lathered his face with his last cake of soap and quickly scraped away the stubble. After wiping his face again, he ran a comb through short, greasy hair and briefly examined the results in his mirror.<br/><br/>“You look like hell,” he muttered to himself, then shrugged. “But you’ve looked worse.” There were puffy bags beneath his tired grey eyes, and his once embarrassingly boyish face didn’t look so boyish, now a few months after his 51st birthday. A few new strands of silver had emerged in his dark black hair, turing salt and pepper at the sides and edges. Whether a present of middle age, from the stressful rigors of everyday life (a life rife with the perils, close-calls and frustrations of a privateer), or both; the result was the same. The stress was curiously lessened now, however, even if the danger wasn’t. They’d fought another battle and come away with nary a sratch. And the prize they had managed would add a nice lining to the Company profits the coming month.<br/><br/>It had been a rough patch, the past few months. Citadel Space and the Traverse had seen a uptick in the presence of the Law. And while the only Law the Japanese veteran soldier recognized was backed by Alliance colors, the fact remainded that Council ships were bigger and better than his. And so their law had a longer sword to back it. But the ships were in good hands now and they had a steady source of fuel. They had good friends and allies in the population of Aite, having made more friends then enemies when Black Moon took over administration of the planet. If it could have even been called that before they had gotten there. With so many factions and parties veying for personal gain, it was no surprise that the old order had barely been able to marshal token resistance. Of which, any, hadn't lasted long.<br/><br/>When Masato and his crew of Black Moon Company fleet aboard the old “iron-clads”<span style=""font-style: italic"">S.S.V. Akaki Ryū (FFG-773)</span>,<span style=""font-style: italic"">S.S.V. Vainglorius Bastard (FFG-706)</span>, and<span style=""font-style: italic"">S.S.V. White-Knuckle Express(FFG-762)</span>had been on tour in the Traverse and beyond, picking scraps with Council Trade missions, the Turian Merchant Marine, and the Batarian Navy. In most instances, they’d been outnumbered, outgunned, and on the run. But its the danger and the little moments that make life worth living, isn't it?<br/><br/>Ridiculously outgunned towards the end, when the frigate trio, traded love-pat missile salvos with Turian crusiers right before they’d made the jump out of system. Their looted haul secure and intacted. A close call by any measure, but one that had paid dividends. Perhaps unreasonably, however, for the first time in a long time, Masato actually felt guardedly optimistic. It hadn't been since the formation of the Company, that his ship and her crew had a purpose again, other than simple survival. The men and women were united in their determination to resist the Council beyond even their earlier determination to resist the Turians. Because for the curious characters that made up Black Company, the war for them, never ended.<br/><br/>He dressed quickly, throwing on a white t-shirt under his tunic and trousers colored butternut-grey. They unoffical, but de facto uniform of Company personnel. With a deep breath, pretending what entered his lungs was more refreshing than just recycled air, he walked through the automatic door that separated his stateroom from the short passageway through “officers’ country” between the wardroom, the companionways, and the elevator to the deck above. Personally, he prefered the brief excercises the Ways provided.<br/><br/>As he strode to the ladder, he almost collided with Commander Sheelah'Verra as she emerged from her quarters, headed for her battle station in the CIC. The Human CO and Quarian XO maneuvered around each other in the confined space of the old frigate, amidst the daily ritual tradings of 'Good Morning', 'Excuse me, Sir, and 'Beg your pardon, Ma'am.' Sheelah was short, even by Masato's height of 5' 10"", barely arriving at his chin. Being this close in the cramped walkway, it was easy to pick up on things otherwise easily missed. Her suit had a disheveled look about it. While as tough-as-nails as the next BMC soldier of fortune, a distinct additude of fatigue bled out from her body language. If Masato had been able to see past the darkened interior of her helmet visor, he would have bet hard creds that her eyes were still heavy and puffy with sleep. Or lack there of. Not surprising, considering they had all been pulling double shifts ever since ditching the Turian battle crusiers. No rest for the wicked, right?<br/><br/><br/>Both exited the corridor and arrived at the companionway. Luckily, it was a great deal spacier than the hall they had exited. Masato trotted up the companionway stairs to the exposed deck and bridge above,<a class=""postlink"" href=""https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TIH8UA5Zb-4"" rel=""nofollow"">arriving in the CIC</a>.<br/><br/>“Colonel on the bridge!” cried Lieutenant Commander Craig Danagger, the tall gunnery officer. He had the deck.<br/><br/>“As you were. Status?”<br/><br/>“Reports are still coming in, but we’re under time.”<br/><br/>Masato nodded and went to his chair, bolted to the forward part of the starboard side of the pilothouse. Sitting, he stared out at the star-lit blackness of the lingering void.<br/><br/>“All stations report manned and ready sir,” announced the bridge talker, Seaman Alan Roussey. His voice cracked. The seaman was so young-looking that Matt suspected puberty was to blame.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">PMC's recruiting right out of the Academy these days . . . </span><br/><br/>He glanced at his watch in the dim reddish light. 0422.<br/><br/>“Not the best time, Mr. Danagger.. but not the worst by a long shot.”<br/><br/>“No, sir.”<br/><br/>Katsumoto reclined in his seat with a contemplating exhale, bridging his fingers with elbows propped on the arm rests.<br/><br/>""Good enough Commander. Sound the all clear. Get everyone back to their assigned stations, and tell the helm to set her in easy. We're on approach to port at Aite, and should dock within the hour.""<br/><br/>""Aye, aye."" With a crisp salute, the Leuitenant about-faced and withdrew from the bridge, intent on making his way to the ships rear gunnery station. With both Colonel Katsumoto and Commander Sheelah on the bridge, his remaining at this post would have been a surperflous action. Busying himself with the actions of the day, Masato logged onto his personal terminal with a few inputs on the eletronic keypad brought up from his chair.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Oh the life of a leader is a gloroius one. . .</span>thought Masato sardonically as he brought up a spreadsheet, previously saved. Reaching into his breast pocket, the Colonel produced a pair of eyeglasses. Damn small digits gave his eyes a hemmorage when he'd squint at them forcefully. While quiet a rare sight these days, he prefered them over the perma-contact lenses one could now find at any store.<br/><br/><div align=""center""><span style=""text-decoration: underline"">MO.3 Fiscal Account</span><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""MO.3 Earnings""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""color: #00BF00"">76.2cc's</span> = <span style=""color: #00BF00"">+43.1cc's</span> roll over from MO.2, <span style=""color: #00BF00"">+10cc's</span> monthly faction earnings, <span style=""color: #00BF00"">+10cc's</span> 1 x Mining Ship, <span style=""color: #00BF00"">+6cc's</span> 2 x Mining Complex's, <span style=""color: #00BF00""> +5cc's </span> 1 x Planetary Fuel Depot, <span style=""color: #00BF00"">+2.1cc's</span> Minor Station</div></div></div><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""MO.3 Spending""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""color: #00BF00"">+76.2cc's</span>: <span style=""color: #FF0000"">-30cc's</span> for 2 x Industrial Complex, <span style=""color: #FF0000"">-18cc's</span> 3 x Spec-Ops Team(Stealth &amp; Elite Perks Free), <span style=""color: #FF0000"">-10cc's</span> Elite Specialist Masato Katsumoto (Upgrades: Elites, Close Combat Specialist, Stealth Training, Advanced Armour, High-Quality Armaments), <span style=""color: #FF0000"">-1.5cc's</span> 3 x Drop-ship Hanger Upgrade, (<span style=""font-style: italic"">S.V. Vainglorius Bastard</span> , <span style=""font-style: italic"">S.V. White Knuckle Express</span> , <span style=""font-style: italic"">S.V. Akaki Ryū</span>) <span style=""color: #FF0000"">-7.5cc's</span> 3 x Thanix Cannon Upgrades, (<span style=""font-style: italic"">S.V. Vainglorius Bastard</span> , <span style=""font-style: italic"">S.V. White Knuckle Express</span> , <span style=""font-style: italic"">S.V. Akaki Ryū</span>) <span style=""color: #FF0000"">-7.5cc's</span> 3 x Multicore Shielding Upgrade, (<span style=""font-style: italic"">S.V. Vainglorius Bastard</span> , <span style=""font-style: italic"">S.V. White Knuckle Express</span> , <span style=""font-style: italic"">S.V. Akaki Ryū</span>)<span style=""color: #FF0000"">-1.5cc's</span> 1 x Boarding Troop Upgrade (<span style=""font-style: italic"">S.V Akaki Ryū</span>)</div></div></div><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""MO.3 Remaining Balance""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><span style=""color: #00BF00"">+.2</span></div></div></div></div><br/><br/>After a few minutes of number crunching, finger tapping, and silent arithmatic, the Colonel added the final input into the finance recored with a flourish, before copying the file and sending it to Black Moon's archive office in Aite's capital. Moving on with the daily work load, Masato took a moment to open up his inbox. While mostly empty save for Black Moon business ( who exactly wants to chit-chat with a known outlaw? ), today seemed to be full of surprises.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Colonel (retired) Matsuo Katsumoto <br/>This address was forwarded to me by Colonel Corinthi, who you may remember. I hereby ask you for a favor, on his behalf. I would like any information regarding the death of CMDR Shepard. <br/><br/>- Major Alenko, SPECTRE.</blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Well... I'll be damned...</span>, thought the privateer, completely thrown for a moment at the unexpected contact and revelations the message held. He couldn't help but chuckle, as he held his tongue in cheek expression. Considering what he had and has done, and who he was, Masato had expected to be contacted by a Council Spectre. Of course, his version involved a lot less PM correspondence, and a lot more door-kicking, C-Sec stings, and explosions.<br/><br/>""A civil Spectre. Now I've seen everything."" Masato stated under his breath, a amused grin tugging at the side of his face.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">TO:</span> <span style=""font-style: italic"">Alenko, Kaidan; System Alliance Major; SPECTRE</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">FROM:</span> <span style=""font-style: italic"">Katsumoto, Matsato; System Alliance Colonel (ret.); CEO of Black Moon Company Ltd.</span><br/><br/>Curious, how your not the first to make a stab at that certain information. <br/><br/>But, I'll bite. Come up with a time, and place. Contact me with that information, and I'll make the delivery. You'll forgive me, but I'm old-fashioned when it comes to business. If you care enough about it to meet face to face, I'll know your serious. <br/><br/>-M.K.</blockquote><br/><br/>Hitting the send button, Masato sat back in his seat, contemplating the current turn of events.<br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">This week looks to be an interesting one...</span>"
17463,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=175,2015-01-09T07:33:00,The Exodus Covenant,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">A Hellish Union</span><br/><br/>""Ahhhh be warned Human. Treachery from you and Gux kill you and then eat you!""he snorted out and chattered his spiked teeth together before looking back at the medieval style corvette. He then turned around and climbed back ontop of his tank.<br/><br/>""Gux go mobilize warriors,you do same. Blood pack not so easily wined over""he stated before climbing back into his tank. The massive machine powered up and it's heavy barrel slowly turned to the side. It point at the nearest Blood Pack Recruiting Outpost."
17464,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=175,2015-01-09T14:50:00,Seno Zhou Varada,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Bounty Hunt</span></span></span><br/><br/>Before the end of the month the members of a new elite group called bounty hunt were chosen. A spec-ops team and 3 elite specialists and while they would need another month of training for getting used to stuff they were already great. Cassar Laki a human and the first one in training designated to be the stealthy close combat specialist. Then Kileal vas (I believe so) Chalkhos currently a Quarian who's pilgrimage went wrong and is now going to serve as en expert hacker and mechanic. Finally there's Hald Vax a Turian who's basically an expert at fighting in firefights and will pack some heavy weaponry. Also a current ship is being planned for an upgrade for Boutny hunt consisting of<span style=""font-weight: bold"">market</span>stealth systems and enhanced sensors and will start upgrading next month."
17465,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=175,2015-01-09T16:24:00,Pac Kindom,"<blockquote><div><cite>Seno Zhou Varada <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324974&amp;p=23073855#p23073855"">wrote</a>:</cite>Multiple corporation representatives were sitting in a lounge/waiting room waiting for an audience about who will own the new orbital mining facility having coffee and doughnuts when one of the representatives, a national one got a message. Quickly looking at it he was greeted by a hit of confusion. One of the others walked up and asked ""what is it""? The other replied confused ""some 'colony' has offered up trading and diplomatic relationships"". ""Isn't that good?"" the corporate one asked. ""Yeah but we have no clue who they are"" the national one replied. ""Hmm... type something up about us thinking it's to dangerous"" the corporate one calmly said. As he said that the national one quickly typed out a response to the colony.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">To Colony Aeia<br/><br/>We would normally be glad to accept allies or trading partners but we think it's to dangerous to let trade convoys from a smaller colony come especially in the Cradle. Perhaps in a few months.<br/><br/>From Saer Kalo Representative</blockquote></div></blockquote><br/><br/>James Taylor and the leaders of colony read the note from Saer Kalo and one said we offer the hand of frendship and they turn it down but James said so be we do it on our own."
17466,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=175,2015-01-09T17:25:00,The corporate states of Astavar,"<blockquote class=""uncited""><div>To: Krogan Shuttle<br/><br/>Please proceed to Docking Bay 337. You will have an escort to Triarch Aleena's offices.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>Thank you illum control going in for landing now</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Goret stepped out of the shuttle Greeted by an Asari Goret Looked at the Asari<br/>""take me to Triarch Aleena right away""<br/><br/>""Yes right this way""<br/><br/>Goret came into the office of Triarch Aleena ""Greetings Triarch"""
17467,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=175,2015-01-09T17:53:00,Tzarsgrad,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-size: 200%; line-height: 116%;"">The Beacon Consensus</span><br/><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">The Schwarzschild System, Hawking Eta Cluster, Etamis</span><br/>Harsh winds carried dust across Etamis' bleak skies. For miles, as far as one could see with eyes or a rifle's scope, nothing but waste covered the world's surface. To organics, such a sight would be imposing, perhaps even demoralizing. To the Beacon Consensus, it was the perfect place to make their center of operations. Although the Beacon had established a presence on three of the worlds in the isolated system, Etamis was the center of their work.<br/><br/>The Beacon Consensus had formed when a disagreement within the main Geth hub had arisen on how to deal with the eventual return of the Old Machines. Those of what would become the Beacon Consensus found that it would be advantageous to seek out ancient technology, and put it to use and fight the Old Machines with the strongest weapons they could find. The vast majority of the Geth had disagreed, but enough had come to the conclusion for the Beacon to acquire a decent following. <br/><br/>Now that the first of what will hopefully be many stages of development had finished, the Geth of the Beacon have begun work on their original objective: to find ancient technology from lost civilizations. Etamis is well-known by many as once being the home of a civilization dating back millions of years. Whatever caused their doom, the Beacon believes searching for something within the ruins of their former home may yield promising conclusions. Flying platforms had been sent out across the planet's surface, above the most promising of the wrecks and ruins of the planet, in hopes of finding somewhere of promise. <br/><br/>Two flying platforms remained at some distance from one another, to ensure an efficient spread of data they'd collected, but also remained in constant contact as they passed over league after league of nothing. The particular area they were investigating had once been deep ocean, before the event that caused the planet to become barren dried the seas currently. Almost all of the big ruins had been located in areas of low altitude, which were likely underwater. The Beacon agreed that this meant the planet's oceans likely held a great deal of significance to those who lived there, and were as good a place as any to start the search. <br/><br/>Just as they neared the point were they were to turn back, both platform's sensors picked up on a large structure made of stone, almost wholly buried under the dust. From what the scanners were picking up, it was of stone, and a small portion still remained unobscured. Their readings could tell the structure went far deeper into the dust, and had dimensions that meant that the native species was very likely responsible for its creation. After flying around the point several times and collecting what data they could, the platforms returned, delivering and sharing their discovery of an untarnished remnant of the planet's former natives.</div><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Moneyz""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Etamis: <br/>1 Urban Area +45 Credits<br/>2 Mining Complexes +6 Credits<br/>1 Fuel Depot +5 Credits<br/>Lvl.1 Defense Guns<br/><br/>Linossa:<br/>Orbital Mining Station +30 Credits<br/><br/>Atahil: <br/>Two Mining Complexes +6 Credits<br/><br/>One division of infantry<br/>Two frigates<br/>62 Credits Total</div></div></div>"
17468,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=175,2015-01-09T18:16:00,Nuxipal,"<blockquote><div><cite>The corporate states of Astavar <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324974&amp;p=23082565#p23082565"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>To: Krogan Shuttle<br/><br/>Please proceed to Docking Bay 337. You will have an escort to Triarch Aleena's offices.</div></blockquote><br/><br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>Thank you illum control going in for landing now</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Goret stepped out of the shuttle Greeted by an Asari Goret Looked at the Asari <br/>""take me to Triarch Aleena right away""<br/><br/>""Yes right this way""<br/><br/>Goret came into the office of Triarch Aleena ""Greetings Triarch""</div></blockquote><br/><br/><br/>Triarch Aleena was waiting for him. ""Welcome Krogan. Please be seated. I have heard of the death of Wreav. As you have likely been told, I was not a fan of his. He killed Wrex before the two of us had a chance at a rematch. Anyway, before I get too side tracked. What is is that the Krogan wish to discuss with Illium?"" Aleena discreetly checked her security systems on the datapad. Nothing out of the ordinary yet."
17469,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=175,2015-01-09T18:18:00,Ralnis,"<blockquote><div><cite>The Exodus Covenant <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324974&amp;p=23077614#p23077614"">wrote</a>:</cite><span style=""font-weight: bold"">A Hellish Union</span><br/><br/>""Ahhhh be warned Human. Treachery from you and Gux kill you and then eat you!""he snorted out and chattered his spiked teeth together before looking back at the medieval style corvette. He then turned around and climbed back ontop of his tank.<br/><br/>""Gux go mobilize warriors,you do same. Blood pack not so easily wined over""he stated before climbing back into his tank. The massive machine powered up and it's heavy barrel slowly turned to the side. It point at the nearest Blood Pack Recruiting Outpost.</div></blockquote><br/>The diplomat nodded and he was thinking what did he just the House into as he started to go back to Capek and inform the Denfather, who was done with his meeting with Apex Industries as he started to draw more expansion lines out and try to get some foresight as the current situation that he needs to start the expanding the military might of the House to the systems and had started to pull back from Anhur but keep the Station intact as they are near 40% of the way through and are looking for anything that can help them in their struggle to power. When it came that the House needed to up their might then they had to focus on short jumps, like the Cradle and try to make it theirs with military might for more than a few powers wanted it. It was also a place that one can recruit the large pirate and warlord groups to help them stabilize their portions of the Cradle and with the Denfather hearing that he has struck a deal with a large Vorcha clan to enlist there aid in trying to round up the Blood Pack and make them join the House for three Corvette Packs, which the Denfather did not care for giving Vorcha weapons, let alone warships but they need all the help they can get when it comes to absorbing all of the Blood Pack because they will ""not go quietly into the night."""
17470,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=175,2015-01-09T18:57:00,Eridanus 3,"<div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Nux""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>Nuxipal <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324974&amp;p=23075368#p23075368"">wrote</a>:</cite><br/><div align=""center"">Triarch Shiala<br/>Nos Astra, Illium<br/>Tasale System, Crescent Nebula</div><br/><br/>Shiala had prepared to receive Councilor Anderson. She had a proper diplomatic party prepared and on standby at a diplomatic landing platform in the heart of Nos Astra. It would only be a short walk to her office and to the quarters prepared for Anderson and his guard. Shiala would be present as well, it was a very high ranking diplomat from CItadel Space and as a leader of Illium, she was expected to be present. She sent updates to the other two Triarchs about the upcoming meeting with Anderson and then another update regarding the biannual Triarchy Meeting.</div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/>The shuttle had made a swift journey down toward the gleaming city of Nos Astra. The city was gorgeous. Even the Citadel, in all of its splendor, was nowhere near as majestic as the view of the city. Anderson's personal guard had exited the shuttle, and flanked him on either side. The Asari delegation waited ahead of them. There wasn't much to discuss, but in great Asari tradition, everything must take time and have class. The Councilor walked up to the Asari and offer to shake her hand, saying ""It is good to put a face to the name. It is quite a beautiful city here. Shall we proceed?""<br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Tri""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;""><blockquote><div><cite>TriStates <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324974&amp;p=23076343#p23076343"">wrote</a>:</cite>After a few minutes of number crunching, finger tapping, and silent arithmatic, the Colonel added the final input into the finance recored with a flourish, before copying the file and sending it to Black Moon's archive office in Aite's capital. Moving on with the daily work load, Masato took a moment to open up his inbox. While mostly empty save for Black Moon business ( who exactly wants to chit-chat with a known outlaw? ), today seemed to be full of surprises. <br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Colonel (retired) Matsuo Katsumoto <br/>This address was forwarded to me by Colonel Corinthi, who you may remember. I hereby ask you for a favor, on his behalf. I would like any information regarding the death of CMDR Shepard. <br/><br/>- Major Alenko, SPECTRE.</blockquote><br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">Well... I'll be damned...</span>, thought the privateer, completely thrown for a moment at the unexpected contact and revelations the message held. He couldn't help but chuckle, as he held his tongue in cheek expression. Considering what he had and has done, and who he was, Masato had expected to be contacted by a Council Spectre. Of course, his version involved a lot less PM correspondence, and a lot more door-kicking, C-Sec stings, and explosions. <br/><br/>""A civil Spectre. Now I've seen everything."" Masato stated under his breath, a amused grin tugging at the side of his face.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">TO:</span> <span style=""font-style: italic"">Alenko, Kaidan; System Alliance Major; SPECTRE</span><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">FROM:</span> <span style=""font-style: italic"">Katsumoto, Matsato; System Alliance Colonel (ret.); CEO of Black Moon Company Ltd.</span><br/><br/>Curious, how your not the first to make a stab at that certain information. <br/><br/>But, I'll bite. Come up with a time, and place. Contact me with that information, and I'll make the delivery. You'll forgive me, but I'm old-fashioned when it comes to business. If you care enough about it to meet face to face, I'll know your serious. <br/><br/>-M.K.</blockquote><br/><br/>Hitting the send button, Masato sat back in his seat, contemplating the current turn of events. <br/><br/><span style=""font-style: italic"">This week looks to be an interesting one...</span></div></blockquote></div></div></div><br/><br/>Alenko had received all the grief Udina and the Council could throw at him. They weren't keen on going into the Pheonix Massing. Any incursion into the traverse would raise eyebrows, especially with what was going on there. Humanity was in a bind at home as well, and god knows how that would go for them. He decided he had enough of the bickering, and had proceeded into a fairly new establishment, known as Purgatory. A memorial stood outside of the seedy bar, dedicated to the 78 or so civilians that had died during the battle of the Citadel at the previous location. Alenko remembered back to when the Commander first brought her there. Ash was having a hard time. They were sent to go meet with a man called Harkin, a Citadel Security officer known for his reputation for being more than enough for anyone to handle. Yet Shepard had absolutely no problem setting the man in his place. A hit to the nuts with a pistol got him talking alright, and made him shut up about how he could get down her pants. He was a prick. Alenko remembered the lessons there, but also the loss. Ash died saving his life. So did Shepard. They both did their best to save him, to keep him going. In the end, it barely mattered. He walked into the bar. The lights were darkened, and the air had a very distinct odor; the odor of old cigars and death. He trudged over to the counter, and grabbed a drink. It was good to live. Better to live in peace and good company. He walked over to his own table, and took a swig of his 54' Shanxi Premium Cognac. It was quite good that. Lucky to have it in stock, especially here. He check a few messages. Arms shipments, a guy that Shepard helped passing on his regards. A message from Aite.<br/><br/>A letter to S-COM.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">-S-COM<br/><br/>Message forwarded. Udina not pleased as usual.<br/><br/>Give the old man hell.<br/><br/>- Alenko.</blockquote><br/><br/>Wahuhi Corinthi looked up from the deck of the SSV Patton. For the moment, the ship had been designated S-COM's primary HQ. It would need serious upgrades before delivery to combat though...<br/><br/>He saw the message, and knew that he was treading deep water. Being with Alenko would help smooth things over, but seeing that Alenko wasn't as experienced with diplomacy as Corinthi, the Colonel insisted that he take the lead on this one. It had been a long time since the two had talked - Masato and him that is- and it would be exciting getting to work together on this adventure. The whole ordeal was pointless anyway. They wanted to retrieve the corpse of a soldier, and apparently so did others. The Alliance wanted to bury him and make a monument or two, but what about the ""others""? What did they know? It wouldn't be long till they found out. He boarded one of the Kodiak shuttles, and took off toward the Citadel. Before he left, he patched into the FTL network, and sent a transmission under full encryption and marked it as Alliance Top Secret. Only the Salarian government could actively hack that, although given enough time, the Asari could as well, though they would have no reason to. It just keeps things away from prying eyes. Or so he hoped.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">- <span style=""font-weight: bold"">TO</span> Former Sierra 7 Operative and Commander Sierra Division: Masato Katsumoto.<br/><br/>I have received your message through Alenko. It will be good to see you old friend. I suggest meeting on the Citadel, two days from now, at the Councilor's Office. Alenko and Udina are on good enough terms to allow us a meeting. I suggest you come quiet, but come armed. Things have changed since Elysium burned, and it isn't good that the world has turned.<br/><br/>- Your friend,<br/> Sierra Operative Grade Seven, Colonel Wahuhi Corinthi, Commanding Officer Sierra Division.</blockquote>"
17471,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=200,2015-01-09T18:59:00,Segmentia,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">===Thessia===</span><br/><br/>The events on Tuchanka had obviously caught a lot of attention in the galactic media, and had caused a decent amount of anger among the Asari Republics population. As far as they saw it, the Krogan, as bad as their actions had been in the Rebellions, did not deserve to go extinct over it. That and also the dropping of a space station on an admittedly declining, garden world was not something proper people did. Behind closed doors, Matriarch Nyxemi was outraged. A simple favor for Illium was all it had been. She knew Aleena had history with Wrex, and she had no doubts that she had wanted to kill Wrev. Nyxemi saw it as a natural reaction, and one that would no doubt be better for the Krogan in the long run, all reports showed Wrev was far to aggressive for the good of the species. She had<span style=""font-style: italic"">thought</span>Aleena would simply use the codes to send down a strike team, or something along those lines. She certainly hadn't expected the armed take over of a Turian battle-station, the indiscriminate attack against civilians, or the dropping of the space station.<br/><br/>She thanked the Goddess that communication with Illium was common-place and that Tevos knew how to play the media game. This situation was entirely unacceptable, and Aleena would answer a good number of questions for this. With that in mind, she had a message sent directly to Aleena's personal address.<br/><br/><blockquote style=""background-image:none; margin-left:0"">Triarch Aleena,<br/><br/>Your presence has been requested on Thessia by the Council of Matriarchs to answer for current events regarding the Krogan DMZ. Preparations have already been made to accommodate you and a small personal staff you may wish to bring along (No greater then ten). Should you refuse, Matriarch Nyxemi has requested that we tell you the consequences may be unpleasant for yourself and Illium as a whole.<br/><br/>Goddess be with you.</blockquote><br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Month Four Expenses""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Month 4 Expenses: 3,171.3<br/>620 to loan<br/>-10 credits for A-Y monastery upkeep<br/>===Parnitha System, Athena Nebula===<br/>---Thessia - homeworld – <br/>Minor Space Station, minus 400 credits, +10% system credits<br/>1 Fuel Depots, minus 15 credits, +5 credits<br/>1 Urban area, minus 105 credits, +90 credits (Income doubled<br/>2 Lvl 1 Planetary guns, minus 100 credits, placed on two minor space stations<br/>===Ialessa system, Athena Nebula===<br/>--- Sanves – Populated--- <br/>2 Minor Space Stations, minus 800 credits, +20% system credits <br/>1 Fuel Depot, minus 15 credits, +5 credits<br/>1 Urban Area, minus 105 credits, +90 credits (Income doubled)<br/>2 Lvl 1 Planetary guns, minus 100 credits, placed on two minor space stations<br/><br/>===Orisoni system, Athena Nebula===<br/>--- Niacal - Populated ---<br/>2 Planetary Fuel Depot, minus 30 credits, +10 credits<br/>4 Urban Areas, minus 420 credits, +360 credits<br/>Small Space Station, minus 84 credits, +48 credits<br/>===Military===<br/>---Navy---<br/>6 Battlecruisers, minus 360 credits, on Thessia, 5.85 months<br/><br/>Balance: 7 credits</div></div></div>"
17472,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=200,2015-01-09T19:05:00,Nuxipal,"Nutus was taken by Saer Kalo, nearby however, the Real Geth have their base of operations. The Real Geth must come to a consensus on whether or not to increase production and expand into the rest of the system quickly, or allow the Saer Kalo humans to occupy the outer system as they currently do, leaving the rest of the system vulnerable to Saer Kaloan exploitation.<br/><br/>Having taken the orbital station above Xerceo, the Pirate Lord turns his attention inward. Altakiril in the Thal system comes under attack. The Pirate believes he could extort enough credits from the planet to build a spacestation to rule the system from.<br/><br/>Once again, the Quarian Flotilla has a brave group of pilgrims return. This time, they return with a frigate. Onboard this frigate they also have data regarding the geth involved in the citadel attack. They point out several strange changes in how the Geth behave in attacking the Citadel and how they behaved in driving the Quarians from their homeworld.<br/><br/>The attack on Tuchanka left a great scar in the memory of its people. So many females lay dead and yet there seems to be more bloodshed on the horizon. Fortunately, with Wreav dead and the station charged with attacking the females having been crashed, the rebel Krogan believe they are fighting the wrong overlords. They all want the same thing, A strong Krogan race. As such, they send messages to the new leadership of Clan Urdnot to create a lasting peace with all Krogan Clans ruled from Urdnot. The Salarians find out only after the messages are sent and they find a vulgar message with 250 credits in their account, ""Leave Tuchanka."" The Rebel Krogan don't all join Urdnot, but the majority of them do. Urdnot gains: 6 Militia Divisions (Close Combat Training)<br/>4 Infantry Divisions (Close Combat Training, Advanced Weapons)<br/>3 Armored Divisions (Advanced Armor)<br/>2 Gunship Wing<br/>1 Blood Pack Krogan Infantry (Close Combat Training, Heavy Weapons)<br/>1 Blood Pack Vorcha Infantry (Flamethrower)<br/>1 Blood Pack Warlord (Elite Specialist named Kureck. Elites, Combat Biotics, Heavy weapons, Close Combat Training, Advanced Armor)<br/><br/>The New Orbital mining facility around Nutus has proven to be a treasure trove for Saer Kalo. Not only have they gained significant technical expertise, but they have also discovered the pirate's treasure hoard. Saer Kalo gains +5 credits from Orbital Mining stations and an immediate +100 credits from selling excess goods found on the station.<br/><br/>Heshtok, the Blood Pack can see it is in a sticky situation. Their leader Gryll calls for his people to leave the planet with the House Fennec men. A fight breaks out and two separate factions leave the Blood pack camp. The first faction heads to the House Fennec lines where 3 Light Transports and 5 Infantry(Flamethrowers, Advanced Armor) join House Fennec while in the opposite direction another group joins the Heshtok Clan's host adding 1 Light Transport and 3 Infantry(Flamethrowers, Advanced Armor) to the growing army seeking to unify the planet.<br/><br/>With the rise of Kaiden Alenko as a Spectre for Humanity, new leads for the search for Shepard's body come through. Rumors that Liara T'soni has been trying to track the body down for unknown reasons reach Alliance ears. She was last spotted on Omega trying to hire mercs for a dangerous mission deeper into the Terminus Systems.<br/><br/>The Crescent Claws pulled off what should be considered an impossible task. Thanks to their benefactors who contributed funds and resources, their crews are being filled easily with new recruits. All Units purchased by the Crescent claws in month 5 are trained/constructed in half the time(Excludes Heavy Vessels).<br/><br/>The Beacon, a rogue geth faction, is relatively unknown. Their planet, Etamis, is well known for its ruins. As such, a Hanar and his drell attendants planned on researching the ruins, but were set upon by a Batarian pirate ship. Within minutes the transport they were on was crashing to the surface of Etamis while the second transport, full of their equipment was being picked over before being sent planetside as well. The Hanar and his surviving attendants were stranded without communications. Fortunately, for the Drell, they landed in a dry location that would help keep them alive well enough to help the Hanar survive.<br/><br/>The Batarians have been sated by the great speeches by their leadership. Instead of additonal riots there are days where throngs of people show up to work on public works projects, such as repair and upkeep on roads and buildings, without asking for a single credit for their labor. In an odd scenario, everyone actually paid their taxes on time and the Batarian Economy surges forward because of it. The only opposition has to remain quiet and out of the way thanks to the section of the speech highlighting the executions. Secret meetings are not being held and for the first time in a very long time, the Batarian homeworld goes a day without a murder. The end result is credits. Credits in the pocket of the law enfocement. Credits in the pocket of the businesses. But most importantly, credits in the pocket of the government. Batarian Hegemony gains 250 credits and a permanent +5 credits per month bonus to their base income."
17473,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=200,2015-01-09T19:41:00,The corporate states of Astavar,"<blockquote class=""uncited""><div>Triarch Aleena was waiting for him. ""Welcome Krogan. Please be seated. I have heard of the death of Wreav. As you have likely been told, I was not a fan of his. He killed Wrex before the two of us had a chance at a rematch. Anyway, before I get too side tracked. What is is that the Krogan wish to discuss with Illium?"" Aleena discreetly checked her security systems on the datapad. Nothing out of the ordinary yet.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Goret listened to her opening statement then said<br/>""Thank you Triarch then we have something in common i admit that i did not hold any love for Wreav the only reason my clan has any relation with Clan Urdnot is because of Wrex but when he died i was greatly saddend but now with Wreav's demise i come with the blessing of Urdnot Torg. He sent me here because of the recent Disaster on Tuchanka... you see the rebuilding effort after the disaster was more expensive so makes it impossible for us to fund our Construction projects in the coming month therefore i humbly ask you not in the name of any dead or living urdnot but as a krogan to lend us a development loan so we can get our economy on track."""
17474,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=200,2015-01-09T19:44:00,Seno Zhou Varada,"<span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-style: italic""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Jackpot</span></span></span><br/><br/>As the new month came cries of jackpot came from the corporations which more recently became interested in a bigger military build up. The mining station was almost a gold mine with the new experts and the large sum of credits from the pirates stash. Many more ships would need to be built. But a lab was alao to be put into construction of Selvos. A questioned decision considering they could build a ton of infrastructure instead but after the controversy it was decided to build it and research on making Selvos a garden world or at least terran instead of the barren world it was. With the new infantry division and 7 LOKI battalions ready placement was a tough choice as many planets were being colonized. 2 infantry and an armored division were placed on Chalkhos to guard it the most and 2 LOKI divisions were placed on Selvos, Lisir, and Akraia with 1 on Nutus though that would need to be changed. Of course most of the useful ships would remain in the main system Mil but a few would guard Nutus from attack.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">677 credits<br/><br/>-400 Research Station Selvos, -15 a month<br/><br/>-100 4 light cruisers 2 months <br/>-75 5 destroyers 2 months<br/>-30 5 fighter wings 1 month<br/>-40 4 Anti-Orbital Missile Force 2 months<br/>-20 frigate (stealth systems, enhanced sensors) 1 month<br/>-12 1 marine division 2 months</div></div></div>"
17475,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=200,2015-01-09T21:38:00,Nuxipal,"<blockquote><div><cite>The corporate states of Astavar <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324974&amp;p=23083948#p23083948"">wrote</a>:</cite><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>Triarch Aleena was waiting for him. ""Welcome Krogan. Please be seated. I have heard of the death of Wreav. As you have likely been told, I was not a fan of his. He killed Wrex before the two of us had a chance at a rematch. Anyway, before I get too side tracked. What is is that the Krogan wish to discuss with Illium?"" Aleena discreetly checked her security systems on the datapad. Nothing out of the ordinary yet.</div></blockquote><br/><br/>Goret listened to her opening statement then said<br/>""Thank you Triarch then we have something in common i admit that i did not hold any love for Wreav the only reason my clan has any relation with Clan Urdnot is because of Wrex but when he died i was greatly saddend but now with Wreav's demise i come with the blessing of Urdnot Torg. He sent me here because of the recent Disaster on Tuchanka... you see the rebuilding effort after the disaster was more expensive so makes it impossible for us to fund our Construction projects in the coming month therefore i humbly ask you not in the name of any dead or living urdnot but as a krogan to lend us a development loan so we can get our economy on track.""</div></blockquote><br/><br/>""I see"" Aleena said, ""And I would suppose that would mean that you wish for this loan to come from Illium... "" she looked over a few things. She noticed the message from Thessia and was nervous. ""Very well Goret. I have one condition however. We lend you this money. We also send an observer to be sure that it is not being used to militarize any spacecraft. Illium has gotten bad press recently. We do not need more by arming a Krogan Navy.""<br/><br/>She was adamant about this one. The Krogan were powerful, she knew first hand. A Krogan with a militarized navy would be very dangerous for the peace of the galaxy. Even the Citadel would be up in arms about it.<br/><br/><br/><br/><br/><div align=""center"">Triarch Shiala<br/>Nos Astra, Illium<br/>Tasale System, Crescent Nebula</div><br/><br/>Shiala smiled, ""Like wise Councilor Anderson."" Her green hand accepted the handshake. She led him down the landing pad towards the building. ""The entire building has been swept for bugs twice over and we have stationed additional security in this district. I hope that the rooms we have for you meet your needs. If anything is missing please let one of my staff know. They will see to it that everything is as it is required to be."" As they entered the building there were still more security guards as well as a few other security features namely cameras, everywhere. ""Whenever you are ready we can begin our discussions. The Systems Alliance has never sent official diplomats to Illium before. It has been a long time since we have had to entertain guests which have never been here before.""<br/><br/>Shiala was quietly monitoring every little detail of the tour of the building. She got them to the elevator and entered with Anderson and his guard. Her own guard remained behind as the rose up the side of the building. Behind them a sunset caused the city to sparkle like a thousand small gemstones. They arrived at the top floor where, surprise, more security was waiting. ""This floor has been designated for your use Councilor. I will be up two floors preparing for the meeting. Please join me when you are ready."" With that she left him to prepare the meeting room."
17476,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=200,2015-01-09T22:22:00,The corporate states of Astavar,"<div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Battle of Watson - Thessian Genetics and Biotic application</span></span></div><br/>Matriarch Ishin Sedri was looking over the battleplan<br/>""this looks good is the Corvette in position by the mass relay?""<br/>""yes Matriarch would you like us to start broadcasting?""<br/>""yes you may commence are the other corvettes in position by Watsons moon?""<br/>""yes matriarch and you will be glad to know that the crews have abandoned ship and have enough food for one 1 year they also have a distress beacon if we fail<br/>The other corvettes are packed and ready for the command they will arrive 10 minutes after launch and once they are launched nothing can stop them their stealth systems will make sure that nobody sees them until it's too late""<br/>""good good are the Loki sniper mech's in position in the windows and roofs of most buildings?""<br/>""yes everyone of them are in position""<br/>""when the first troopship lands issue the evacuation of the city that will stirr up the hornets nest, is anyone in the city aware of the danger?""<br/>""we blocked all out and ingoing communications we blamed it on a solar flare""<br/>""good are the armored Loki mechs?"" they are ready on the lower levels""<br/>""what about close combat loki mech's?""<br/>""i placed them in the old human subway's they have increased speeds so they can reach the enemy faster""<br/>""have your asari commandos planted the bombs in all the major sky scrapers?""<br/>""yes Matriarch when we want to the buildings will fall on most major roads crushing anyone beneath""<br/>""unfortunate but necessary i think we are ready everybody prepare""<br/><br/>The biggest city on Watson that was being defended was located on a major tropical island it was here the Thessian Genetics and Biotic application would make their last stand against the barbarians of house fennec.<br/><br/>While preparations were under way at Watson a single manned stealth corvette had sneaked of to the mass relay and was transponding this message on all known Alliance channel.<br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>IF ANYONE CAN HEAR US PLEASE HELP HOUSE FENNEC IS KILLING EVERYONE THOUSANDS OF SHIPS ARE INVADING WE JUST ESCAPED ANYONE PLEASE HELP THE HUMAN PLANET OF WATSON IS UNDER ATTACK THE... THE BLOOD PACK KILLED EVERYONE I KNOW PLEASE SEND HELP!!</div></blockquote><br/>the corvette made sure that the message did not reach anyone in the system but only going to all System's alliance planets and ships<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""OOC""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">the reason why I'm writing this is because i offered to fight the battle of Watson as the Thessian Genetics and Biotic application player was going over to playing the Rachni this is Temporary I'm still playing as the krogans</div></div></div>"
17477,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=200,2015-01-09T23:10:00,The Exodus Covenant,"<span style=""font-weight: bold"">A Hellish Union</span><br/><br/>""Bahhhh get this machine working!""Gux snarled as he hit one of the Blood Pack Engineers who just snarled in return. The hologram machine clicked and turned as it began to shoot an invisible beam up into space,hitting the systems amplifier and seed bung it to House Fennec.<br/><br/>Terminal:<br/>In coming Call from Heshtok<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">No Talk Just Shoot</span><br/><br/>As he waited for them to answer his call Gux got out of his tent and looked over the ridge his command post was on. He didn't even flinch as a pesky minor clan fired its artillery at his positions but missed pathetically.""BAAHHHH SEND IN THE GUNSHIPS!!!""Gux roared down to his troops who where meddling around the encampment,artillery crews returning fire while heavy fire fighting could be seen in the distance by Infantry and Tanks.<br/><br/>The communicationer activated his old omni tool and called to the Wings""Go!""he simply said and a few minutes later hundreds of Gunships sweep over head. They began to tear part the small city with missiles and heavy machine gun fire,the Vorcha rivals being burned and crushed.<br/><br/>Gux snorted and as no more shells from the enemy were being fired""BAAHHHH worthless!""he snarled and told his troops to begin their plunder and kidnapping of women. The Blood Pack Krogan licking their wounds since they were the Vanguard.<br/><br/>Gux came over to them""you do well blood pack! Scars make you stronger!""he said and the Krogan chuckled darkly in approval of his words. Those who still had the energy,joined the rest of Gux's army and began to pillage themselves.<br/><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Rubble to Money</span><br/><br/>Back at the main Afrakir base witch was one of the most massive Vorcha ""cities"". The entire place was bustling in primitive trade and rebuilding old industrial and mining sites. Here the spoils of war from uniting the Vorcha under Gux and the Afrakir rule. The commander their was busy rebuilding the Alien buildings so they could be even stronger!"
17478,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=200,2015-01-10T01:19:00,Ralnis,"<blockquote><div><cite>The corporate states of Astavar <a href=""./viewtopic.php?f=31&amp;t=324974&amp;p=23085455#p23085455"">wrote</a>:</cite><div align=""center""><span style=""font-weight: bold""><span style=""font-size: 150%; line-height: 116%;"">Battle of Watson - Thessian Genetics and Biotic application</span></span></div><br/>Matriarch Ishin Sedri was looking over the battleplan<br/>""this looks good is the Corvette in position by the mass relay?""<br/>""yes Matriarch would you like us to start broadcasting?""<br/>""yes you may commence are the other corvettes in position by Watsons moon?""<br/>""yes matriarch and you will be glad to know that the crews have abandoned ship and have enough food for one 1 year they also have a distress beacon if we fail<br/>The other corvettes are packed and ready for the command they will arrive 10 minutes after launch and once they are launched nothing can stop them their stealth systems will make sure that nobody sees them until it's too late""<br/>""good good are the Loki sniper mech's in position in the windows and roofs of most buildings?""<br/>""yes everyone of them are in position""<br/>""when the first troopship lands issue the evacuation of the city that will stirr up the hornets nest, is anyone in the city aware of the danger?""<br/>""we blocked all out and ingoing communications we blamed it on a solar flare""<br/>""good are the armored Loki mechs?"" they are ready on the lower levels""<br/>""what about close combat loki mech's?""<br/>""i placed them in the old human subway's they have increased speeds so they can reach the enemy faster""<br/>""have your asari commandos planted the bombs in all the major sky scrapers?""<br/>""yes Matriarch when we want to the buildings will fall on most major roads crushing anyone beneath""<br/>""unfortunate but necessary i think we are ready everybody prepare""<br/><br/>The biggest city on Watson that was being defended was located on a major tropical island it was here the Thessian Genetics and Biotic application would make their last stand against the barbarians of house fennec.<br/><br/>While preparations were under way at Watson a single manned stealth corvette had sneaked of to the mass relay and was transponding this message on all known Alliance channel.<br/><blockquote class=""uncited""><div>IF ANYONE CAN HEAR US PLEASE HELP HOUSE FENNEC IS KILLING EVERYONE THOUSANDS OF SHIPS ARE INVADING WE JUST ESCAPED ANYONE PLEASE HELP THE HUMAN PLANET OF WATSON IS UNDER ATTACK THE... THE BLOOD PACK KILLED EVERYONE I KNOW PLEASE SEND HELP!!</div></blockquote><br/>the corvette made sure that the message did not reach anyone in the system but only going to all System's alliance planets and ships<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""OOC""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">the reason why I'm writing this is because i offered to fight the battle of Watson as the Thessian Genetics and Biotic application player was going over to playing the Rachni this is Temporary I'm still playing as the krogans</div></div></div></div></blockquote><br/><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Stormwood-Watson Campaign,<br/>Missile Diplomacy<br/>Franklin, Skepisis System, Sigrud's Cradle</span><br/><br/>Even though the planet was preparing for a full-scale invasion from House Fennec, the vanguard of their forces have been looking at the nearest base that the moon of Watson, known as Franklin had. It seemed that the Asari crew members have been trying to hide out in the base as the invasion was going, but there was something that the Denfather wanted, it was the Javelin missiles that have been used to protect it from pirates and raiders on the Human-settled world. House Fennec has been looking for technology for sometime and the Javelin missiles can help them in trying to make their own if they wanted to. They also wanted the base for the blueprints for more weaponry that will allow them and be updated on the current Alliance weaponry so they can find where to upgrade theirs and become much of a better equipped fighting force.<br/><br/>The stealth transport had landed the first two divisions of Blood Pack with their flamethrowers and armors. This would catch the Asari off-guard as their Host( Navy) came in full force and had already outnumbered any navy the TGBA corporate had to muster in the orbit of Watson. The first thing was to take the destroyers because of the use they can be to the navy they are trying to grow in order to consolidate power in the Terminus. The navy had came in full force as they had came with the light cruiser as the head with the destroyer and the five corvette packs as the escort and the light transports with the two Housecarls, two Steel Calvary( armored divisions), and the rest of the three blood pack forces that had joined the House just recently with the Inquisition and Headhunters and their specialists but they wanted to work in trying to get the Headquaters back.<br/><br/>When the Host was actually in combat range, the first thing they did was use their Electronic Warfare capilities on the Destroyers and try to lock them down for they were the only real firepower the defenders had and the House wanted them for their fleet as the transports and corvettes were coming to try and board them to take their ships and destroy the weak ones as they will be blockaded and will soon have missiles pointed at them would get them to surrender without the need for full-scale planetary invasion.<br/><br/>The Denfather sought this battle until the message came from Grux and the Vorcha looked angry, as usual and like all Vorcha. He then said,"" what is it Grux, I am doing something, as that you are doing."""
17479,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=200,2015-01-10T02:43:00,Sertia,"<div align=""Center""><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""color: #FF0000"">Red Striker</span></span>, stable orbit over Maisuth</div><br/><br/>Narya lazily stared out into space, smiling as she watched what would become the jewels of her fleet come to life before her. With the massive influx of recruits and immigrates, Narya couldn't pass up the chance to focus the sudden massive man power to something she truly wanted. And so there she sat, admiring the beauty of her 3 dreadnaughts under construction. While the main one would be under construction for nearly a year from now, the two newly started one shad the benefit of being handled by a massive influx of people and being assigned to the same job.<br/><br/>Soon, she would be respected in the terminous as a super power, and would bring the might of the Quarian's of old back into the minds of everyone in the galaxy, especially her own kind.<br/><br/>In addition to her little projects getting bigger, she received a couple of new recruits. A trio of mercenaries had joined up with her crew. One was a Vorcha who had, from what Narya could tell, roughly three years left to live before he died of old age. He was pretty smart, and seemed to be the leader of the trio.<br/><br/>Helping him out was a pair of twin Turian snipers, brother and sister. They kept to themselves, but she was sure she could trust them enough until she could actually test them.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = '';      this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Hide Spoiler'; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; this.innerText = ''; this.value = 'Show Spoiler'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""Show Spoiler""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">Monthly expenditure<br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Maisuth</span></span><br/>+1 Major Mining Complex (+15 creds monthly, reduce local ship building time by 10%) -40 creds<br/>+3 Industrial Complexes (+15 creds monthly, reduces local ship build time by 15%) -45 creds<br/><br/>Elite Specilist (Stealth Training, High-Quality Armaments, Advanced armour, and elite free) (Flame Throwers, Close Combat Specilization +25%) 10 creds 1 month<br/>2x Elite Specilist (Stealth Training, High-Quality Armaments, Advanced armour, and elite free) (electronic warfare capabilities, sniper teams +40%) 22.4 creds 1 month<br/><br/>2x Corvette Packs (6 Corvettes) (Stealth Systems, Electronic Warfare) -16 creds, ETA -95% build time, complete within the month(?)<br/><br/>3x Corvette Packs (12 Corvettes) (Stealth Systems, Thanix Cannons) -24 creds, ETA -95% build time, complete within the month(?)<br/><br/>1x Frigate (Stealth Systems, Thanix Cannons) -20 creds, ETA -95% build time, complete within the month(?)<br/><br/><span style=""text-decoration: underline""><span style=""font-weight: bold"">Acaeria</span></span><br/>+2 Planetary Fuel Depot (+10 creds monthly) -30 creds<br/>+2 Urban Area (+180 Creds Monthly, reduce local land force unit build time by 20%) -200 creds</div></div></div>"
17480,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=200,2015-01-10T05:56:00,Pac Kindom,"Rosetta Nebula, Alpha Draconis, 2175 Aeia<br/><br/>As the population of Aeia started to grow, there were many that belived that life was becomeing to easy so they left looking for a new chaglange and in Parnassus they certenly found that and as only the hardest and the most Independent would move there so only small amount of housing would be needed. An urban area was needed as well as the fuel depot and a Mining complex to help sustain them Also to protect this new colony some new ships needed to be to be built and troops trained.<br/><br/><div style=""margin:5px; margin-top:5px""><div class=""quotetitle""><input class=""button2 btnlite"" onclick=""if (this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display != '') { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = ''; } else { this.parentNode.parentNode.getElementsByTagName('div')[1].getElementsByTagName('div')[0].style.display = 'none'; } return false;"" style=""text-align:center;width:100px;margin:0px;padding:0px;"" type=""button"" value=""spending""/></div><div class=""quotecontent""><div style=""display: none;"">-20 credits Mining complex X 2<br/>-15 credits Fuel depot <br/>-100 credits Urban Area<br/><br/>-20 credits Frigate (Stealth + Multicore shielding) – 2 Months<br/>-20 credits Frigate (Stealth + Multicore shielding ) – 2 Months<br/>-6 credits Corvette Pack (Stealth + Enhanced GARDIAN ) – 2 Months<br/>-6 credits Corvette Pack (Stealth + Enhanced GARDIAN ) – 2 Months<br/>-12 credits Fighter wing (Stealth systems + Multicore shielding) – 2 Months<br/>-12 credits Fighter wing (Stealth systems + Multicore shielding) – 2 Months<br/>-10 credits Militia Division (High-quality Armaments+Stealth Training)– 2 Months<br/>2 credits remaining; + 402 credits /month.</div></div></div>"
17481,Mass Effect: Factions - The Redux IC(Closed),https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=324974&start=200,2015-01-10T08:19:00,The corporate states of Astavar,"<blockquote class=""uncited""><div>""I see"" Aleena said, ""And I would suppose that would mean that you wish for this loan to come from Illium... "" she looked over a few things. She noticed the message from Thessia and was